UMASS/AMHERST n i 312066 0333 3154 6 Wf r^ O ^t-^: Ha ■ ^ V ■*tf>%... LIBRARY OF THE MASSACHUSETTS AGRICULTURAL COLLEGE NO.. ^fl-.3.1_3 _ DATE,_g..-:iao 3. souHCE__CoJiGge...£urig.S... v.lS ■.:\ :y ■ This book may be kept out TWO WEEKS only, and is subject to a fine of TWO CENTS a day thereafter. It will be due on the day indicated below. The ^i AMKRICANJi^ M(. FLORIST. A WEEKLY JOURNAL FOR THE TRADE. -© VOLUME XYIII. « ■ CHICAGO: AMERICAN FLORIST COMPANY. 10O2. The American Florist. #- 'vor^uadtB ^c-viir. -» -» Kebruary 1. 1902, to July 26, 1902. lUnatratlons are indicated by an * *Adiantum cuneatum S08 * Adiamia cirrbosa 684 Advertising, seed and plant 210 Allentown, Pa 547 Alliance, 0 450 American art industries 814 American Association of Nursery- men 760, 826 American Carnation Society 6 — 'Convention, the Indianapolis... 109 — Criticism of growers' methods, an essay 114 —Department of registration.. 12, 39 164, 204, 366, 644. — 'Exhibition, view of the Ill — "Injeanny," a poem 116 —Medals, the S. A. F 39 — *Menu pages 118 —President's address Ill — 'President-elect C. W. Ward 109 —Report of the judges 112 —Secretary's report 112 —Sterilized soil for stem rot, an essay. .115 — Those present 113 — 'Three prominent figures 113 ^Treasurer's report 112 —"Vice-President Henry Daille- douze 1^3 American Rose Society f —Best garden roses, an essay by R. Huey 237 —Hybrid stocks, an essay by W. Van Fleet 235 —Medals for novelties 871 New roses, an essay by E. G. Hill. 238 —Preliminary premium list 42 —President Newbolds address 234 Programme of March meeting — 174 — 'Society's medal, the 233 — 'Third annual meeting 833 American Seed Trade Association 586, 620, 728, 758, 794. —'At Minneapolis 81B —•Minneapolis convention, the — 824 —•Stokes, Walter P 854 •Anderson & Co., Red Oak, la., establishment of 746 Ants, white 9M Aquatics, notes on 361, 641,715,872 Araucaria cuttings, time to root.... 434 Araucariaescelsa, propagating. ...2 0 Areca lutescens 876 Asheville 845 •Asheville, child of the mountains. 929 Asheville, fares to 644, 932 Asheville, impn-ssions of a trip to.. 464 •Asheville, •■Laud of the Sky" 899 Asheville, plant exhibits at 648 Asheville, the convention city 675 Asheville, to 818, 904 •Asparagus, a new 260 •Asparagus Comorensis 684 'Asparagus house of Wm. Elliott.. 480 Asparagus, houses for 12, 434 Association of New England Park Superintendents 828 • Aster lajvigatus as u pot plant 251 •Aster plants, white grubs attack- ing ™ Aster troubles 482 Asters for early cutting 48 Augusta, Ga 4M Aurora. Ill 272 B Baltimore 68. 90, 163, 323, 732, 878 •Barry, William C 236 'Barteldes, Fred. W.. at Minneap- olis 814 •Bay trees and palms, the importa- tion of 812 Bean and pea crops, Alichigan 910 Beetle, fighting the elm leaf 264 •Before and after 784 'Begonia Buisson Rose 644 Begonia Gloire de Lorraine .230 359, 514 Begonia leaves, d iseased 688, 752 •Begonia Perle Lorraine 645 •Begonia Turnford Hall 246 'Begonias, two new 645 Bellevue, Pa 384 'Biitmore house, home of the Van- derbilts 899 "Bodock," which never rots 44, 82 Boston. .10, 47, 80, 120, 162, 201, 253, 323 363, 399. 434, 468, 512, 588, 613, 660, 687 719, 749, 783, 817. 846, 900, 930. Boston as it appears to a Philadel- phian 713 •Boston parks, spraying apparatus used in 576 Boston, rose show at 812 Boston, spring exhibition at. .318, *359 Botanists, meeting of American — 876 Bowling Green, Ky 624 Bradford, Pa 456, 768 "Brass band introduction." the — 168 British exhibitions, the greatest of. 779 Brooklyn Horticultural Society .748, 870 Bryn Mawr, Pa 918 •Budlong family, three generations of the 54 J Buettner, Emil 234 'Buettner's, mignonette and lilac at 3 Buffalo.. ..62, 132, 228, 264, 448, 624, 676 704, 751, 838, 847, 875. 903, 948. Bulb crop, the Bermuda 658 Bulb mites, hot water cure for 372 Bulb prices, French 64 'Burbank's Shasta daisy 245 Business end of horticulture, the. . . 2 'Burpee. W. Atlee, at Minneaiiolis.824 'Cactus bedding 506 'California (loral design, a 196 California, labor shortatie in 694 California, waiitsconvention in 614 •Callas in California, a Held of 643 Callas, the rot of 471 Camden, N. J 314 Canadian Horticultural Society 938 Canna Mrs. Kate Gray 12 Carnation :.-- —•Adonis 110 —•Alba 112 --•Challenger 117 — 'Cressbrook 158 —•Empire State 688 — 'Emiuircr 1.56 — •Estelie 167 — 'Faber, Miss Louise 870 —•Gold Nugget 167 — 'Goodenough 117 — 'Lawson, Mrs 166 —•Nelson, Mrs. E. A 116 —•Sylvia 117 -•Wild Rose 110 Carnation deal, another big 467 Carnation exhibition, the Toronto. 318 Carnation grower, a little sermon for the 245 'Carnation house of Dunkley Floral Company 464 Carnations: — —Adonis, Craig's house of £00 — As pot plants 39 Australia, in 40 Best, the E80 California, growing in 606 Calyxes, causes of split 40 — Commercial cultivation of 6 —•Crane, at Joliet, 111., a house of. 843 — Cromwell, results at 844 —Cuttings, rooting 156 —Dangers of early planting 90O —Early benching 842 — 'Fenn, Harry, house of 114 — Field culture, details of €06 —Field planting, preparations for. .43 — For summer bloom 199 —•Hill, Flora, a house of 870 —Ideal, the 156 —'In decorative work 156 — In Minnesota — Indoor summer culture, varieties lor 580 —Keeping qualities of 8,42, 74 —New, at Indianapolis 154 —New, in California 75 — 'New, some of the 1 17 —New varieties, the 73 —Packing and handling 74 — Seasonable treatment 9 —Season's successes, the.. 577, 606, 641 683. — Soil, preparation of the 843 Temperatures for various sorts. 40, 683 — Trouble with boughten plants — 471 —Wet weather, lessons of the 870 —White Cloud, success with 199 — Woloott, Governor 9 Catalpa as an economic tree, the... 796 Cattleya, a popular 170 'Cattleya house of Dr. Schifrmann.78l •Central Park, Now "York, view in.. 577 'Chambers, John 2 Champaign, 111 94 Cheshire, Conn 180 Chicago. II, 46, 81. 119, 162, 202, 254, 322 364, 398. 433, 469, 612, 516, 578, 612, 650 686, 720. 748, 781, 815, 846, 874, 902, Chicago, Easter plants in 357 Chicago exhibition, the 510 Chicago, no fakirs in 164 Chicago parks, roses in 609 Chicagu to Asheville 876, 904 Chicago to Minneapolis 824 Chrysanthemum exhibition, the American 876 •Clematis indivisa 688 Cleveland... 14, 58, 96, 122, 184, 203, '268 399, 436, 496, 513, 647. 690, 614, 674, 721 761, 786, 817, 856, 875. 903. •Climbing plant, an unappreciated .684 Coal strike versus the llorists, the.. 811 •Coleus tbyrsoideus 251 Colorado Springs, Col 264 Columbus, 0...47, 142, 166. 308, 382, 444 478, 556, 620, 708, 728, 787, 847, 892. Coming exhibitions 722, 873 'Comley's house of rhododendroni. 41 Concerning puppy dogs 324 Connecticut park, roses in a 777 Coronation of Edward VII 685 Cross between bean and pea, alleged 372 •Cucumbers, a crop of 930 Cut flowers, the production of 160 Cycas, treatment for 788 'Cyclamen, a well grown 545 •Cymbidium rhodocheilum 810 'Cypripedium blooms from England 6 •Cypripediumexul X Latbamianum 4 Chrysanthemum Society of Amer- ica 120,548 Chrysanthemums: — -Benching young stock 682 -Best early and late 204 -Best, the 644 From a commercial standpoint. ..320 — From cuttings to cut blooms 644 — Pookett, Nellie, experlnce with... 78 —Propagating 429, 543 -Outdoor 77, 161,241) — Seasonable treatment, notes on... 813 -Specimen plants 4'29, 64s, H13, H98 Cincinnati ..•24, O'l HI. 174,216, 25S, 344 382, 414, 114, 491, IthH, 6S8, 634, 094, 780 762, 7K(, 836, 864, 8St4, 916. Dahlias for cut flowers 610 Dahlias, planting out 610 Dallas, Tex 28, 286, 412, 564, 800 'Daisies, Michaelmas 251 'Daisy, Burbank's Shasta 2idatum 647 •PoTto Rican matting, pot covered with 161 Practices of nurserymen 432 Practices of wholesale plantsmen..471 •Primula obconica grandiHora 43 •Primula steljata 42 •Primulas for the greenhouse and home 42 •Private establishment, a 608 Proats. retailers' 426 Propagating bench, building a 818 Providence. R. I... .24. 140, 3!K), 4C8, 486 538, 666, 734, 787, 8;8, 934. •Providence retail<*rB express dis- approbation 266 Publications, some recent 928 Pueblo, Col 136 Puppy dogs, concerning 324 Bainfall in June, the 848 Retail flower store, the 745 Retailera" prollta 426 •Rhododendron show, an historical 747 Rhododendrons, forcing for Easter.SOl •Rhododendrons, James Comley's bouse of 41 'Rhododendrons on the mountain. 845 Rhododendrona. pruning hardy 614 Rhododendrons, to improve 2C Rhubarb, forcing 83 •Rice A Co., workshop of 198 •Richardson's cucumber houae, Mrs. 930 Richmond, Ind 298 Rlverton, N. J 310 Rochester, N. Y 288 336 Roots from sewer pipe, to remove.. 478 Rose;— — *American Heauty 45 Rose house, building and piping a. 13 Rose show, the coronat on 872 Roses: — — American Beauty and Robert Scott 204 American Beauty for Easter 256 American Beauty, forcing 463 •American Beauty, Lydecker's house of 237 Ames, Mrs. Oliver, in England.. .320 -Baldnin...48, 76, 118. 157, 188, 358, 400 -Bedding 157 Benching young stock 780 -Best garden. 237 •Bride. Lydecker's house of 237 -Care of young stock 608 — Diseased - 13 —Dissemination of new 193 —•Fairy, a new 464 —•Forcing, a new 6 -Forcing hybrid perpetual 12 —Garden, care of the 777 —Grafting on Manetti 157 -Growing successfully 506 —Healthy Beauties but no bloom. . 256 —Hybrid stocks lor propagation — 235 — In a Connecticut park 777 —In Chicago parks 509 — *Liberty, Asmus' house of 2£8 — *Llberty, the much di6cussed...,239 —New 236 -Perkins, Dorothy 912 —Pest, a 762 SlUL'S or snails, to destroy 580 Smilax and as)>aragus 841 Society of American Florists: — —Department of registration.. .164, 238 324, 614. 652, 876. — Executive committee, meeting of the 247 — Xew members of the 752 —Rates to Asheville 933 State vice-presidents 48, 164 —Trade ei hibition 652 Soft coal, the use of 818 Solauums. cutting back .580 •Souden, James 196 South Carolina, Lilium Harrisii in. 938 •Southland, the S. A. F. and the.675,844 Specialists for stock seed growing.. Spider, look out for the red 940 Spirasas for forcing, shrubby 646 Spraying for San Jose scale 9'- •Spraying outlit for florists 576 Spring exhibition at Boston. ..318, *3o9 Trees, the age of 374 Trend of the times 470 •Trussel. Geo 76 Tuberose bu lilets 932 Utica, K. Y. Value of meadow- muck, the 842 ♦Van Bochove .V Bro., establish- ment of 242 •Ventilator sash, a new 468 •Viburnum plicatum, forcing with ether 321 •Villa Donner, Hamburg, Germany. 429 Violet foliage, injured 12 ♦Violet, the Dorsett 361 •Violets. M'm. Sims' house of 242 Violets turning yellow, foliage of... 580 W •Spring exhibition at Philadelphia. 360 ! walks, garden 442 """•Ward.C.W 109 Warning 614 Warren, O 100, 532 Washiiigton....32, 47, 106. 14'2, 190, 228 284, 334, 365, 414, 490, 534, 566, 590, 626 702, 764, 800, 886, 890. Washington to Asheville 904 lis *vVater proof creiie paper, kentia in 160 S •Saddle for derby winner, a floral. 816 •3. A. P. and the southland 575, 814 Salt Lake City 878 Salzer Seed Company sued 694 San Francisco. . .32. 70, 104. 144, 3C6, 3>2 413, 490, 626. 591, 695, 728, 770, 786, 838 Santa Anna, Cal 686 San Jose scale, spraying for 927 •Savannah, florists of 516 •Schiffmann's orchid houses 781 Scranlon, Pa 138, 290 Seasonable plant notes 153, 897 Seattle, Wash 4:4,786 Seed and plant advertising 210 Seed company incorporated 7i8 Seed contract, the government 18 Seed contracts, government 440 Seed crops, California 658 Seed crops, European 794, 938 Seed crops, French 6 8 Seed crops, Michigan 910 Seed crops, Nebraska 883, 910, 938 Seed distribution, plan of I Seed growing, siiecialists for stock. 37 Seed firms of Rochester 694 Seed peas 1 Seed turchasea, investigating gov- ernment 69 Seed trade, state of the 262, 373, 440 Seed work in the U. S. Department of A griculture 882 Sewer pipe, to remove roots from... 478 Sewickley, Pa 678 •Shamrock, the 198 Shamrock, the American 366 Shejiherd Co., Theodosia B 554 •Side hill greenhouses at Flusliing.513 ♦Siebrecht family, four generations of the 872 ♦Silver cup, the MoCullough 153 Springfield, 111 850 Springfleld, Mass.. .30, 1C6, 186, 314, 36.5 446, 654, 742, 798, 860. Sprowle, James 476 Stem rot, sterilized soil for 11.5 Sterilization, methods and reaults of 194 Sterilization of soil 256, 425 Sterilization to prevent diseases. . St. Joseph, Mo 4)4 St. Louis... 50, 119, 182,218,258,376, 420 435, 480, 513. 562, 613, 664, 706, 785, 816 f51, 875, 903. St. Louis, floriculture at 204 St. Louis World's Fair, the 714 •Stokes, Walter P 851 Store of: — •Berlermann Bros., Indianapolis. 431 •Rice .V Co., Philadelphia, Pa... .199 •Small* Sons, New York £97 •Walker A- McLean, Youngstown, Ohio 78 — *Wienhoeber, Ernst, Chicago. ...394 Storm, a destructive 172 St. Paul. . . 148, 174, 332, 418, 628, 722, 785 860, 916. Street stands, the 580 Successful rose growing 606 Summer advertising 876 Supplement: — — •Church deccration by Siebrecht A Son opp 153 -•Dinner table decoration by Sie- brecht* Son opp 153 Sweet pea and its failings *1E4, 243 Sweet pea seed, siiecialists fcr gr swing 37 Syracuse, N. Y 34, 102, :?18, 402, 484 566, 628, 832, 890. Waterbury, Conn 547 Wearing off the green 23J •Wedding decoration at Parker House, Boston 607 Weeds, killing 617 West Hoboken, N. J 3r4 Westerly, R. 1 592, 685 Western Seedsmen's Association, the. .854 .873 264 .354 .471 Tarrytown Horticultural Society... 214 422. Tarrytown, N. Y 547,781 •Taylor. Frederic W 714 •Thomiison, J. D 486 ♦Thome's aide hill greenhouse 543 •Tobacco dust, fumigating with 318 Toronto.. 32, 46, 94, 1'28, 180, 3!6,304, 340 876, 416, 464, 48S, E36, E96, 622, 668, 7,59 830, 847. 920. Toronto carnation show, the 318 Trade statistics 8 Trade, the F.aster 393, 430 Trees and shrubs 66, 172 Trees and shrubs for the lawu 1E8 •Trees of Milwaukee, the , — 715 Western wedding decoration, a... Wharf examination at New York. Wheeling, W. Va Wholesale plantsmen, practices of.. Wholesale Seedsmen's League, the. 854 Will build greenhouses 876 Wilmington. Del 284 •Window display of John Coombs. .609 Window glass situation, the 92^ With the growers: — — *Budlong. J. A.. Chicago, III 54- — *Han8en. Christ. St. Paul, Minn. .163 —•Haskell Avenue Floral Co., Dal- las, Tex 5 — Lakeview Rose Gardens, .fames- town, N. Y 189 —May & Co. . St. Paul, Minn 5 —Minneapolis Floral Co , Minne- apolis 321 — ♦Reinberg, Peter, Chicago, 111.... 45 —Will & Son, Minneapolis 648 — Zweifel, N., Milwaukee, Wis 814 •Wolf, John. Oiitabllshment of 575 Woodlice or sow bugs 366 Worcester. Mass. .26, 176, 320. 310. 323 450, 916. Writers, to 321 Youngstown, <> 3(8 ♦Zeller, Char'.eF. America is "ths Praw of the UessbI; there may be mare camfart Mmidships, but we are the &rst ta touch Unknawn Seas.' Vol. XVIII. CHICAQO AND NEW YORK, FEBRUARY i, 1902. No. 713. flHilE i^JSSiilDiiM! IFlL@lSli€T Copyright 1902, by American Florist Company. Entered as Second-Class Mail Matter. Published btkky Sattjbdat bt AMERICAN FLORIST COMPANY, 334 Dearborn St., Chicago. Baatern Offlca: 79 Milk 5t., Boston. Subscription, (1.00 a year. To Europe, 13.00. Subscriptions accepted only from the trade. SOCIETY OF AMERICAN FLORISTS AND ORNAMENTAL HORTICULTURISTS. OFFiciiRS — John Burton Philadelphia, Pa., president; J. W. C. Deabe, Asheville. N. C, vice- president; Wm. J. Stewart, 79 Milk Street, Boston, Mass., secretary; H. B. Beattt, Oil City, Pa., treasurer. The eighteenth annual meeting will be held at Asheville, N. C, August, 1902. AMERICAN ROSE SOCIETY. Annual meeting at New York, March ] 1-13. 1903, Leonard Barron, 136 Liberty St., New York, secretary. THE AMERICAN CARNATION SOCIETY. Annual convention at Indianapolis, February, 19 and 20, 1902. AI.BBBT M. Hsbb, Lancaster, Pa., secretary. CHRYSANTHEMUM SOCIETY OF AMERICA. Annual meeting at Asheville, N. C, August, 1902. Edwin Lonsdale, Chestnut Hill, Pa., Sec'y. THIS ISSUE 40 PAGES WITH COVER. CONTENTS. Seasonable notes on Kaster plants 1 John Chambers (portrait) 2 A house of mignonette (iilus.J 2 The business end of horticulturn 2 Lilacs at Kmil Buettner's (illus.) 3 Cypnpedium blooms from I-^ngland (illus.) 5 With the growers— Haskell Avenue Floral Co., Dallas, (illus.) 5 — L. L. May & Co., St. Paul 5 The American Carnation Society 6 A new forcing rose (illus.) 6 Commercial cultivation of the carnation 6 (Sloxinia crassifolia grandiliora (illus.) 8 Trade statistics 8 Carnitions— Keeping quality 8 — Details of seasonable treatment 9 — Carnation Governor Wolcott 9 Pennsylvania Horticultural Society 9 With Indiana growers 9 New York 10 Boston 10 Chicago 11 Philadelphia 11 Canna Mrs. Kate Gray 12 Forcing hydrangeas and roses 13 Trouble with flcus 12 Building and piping a rose house 13 Cleveland 14 The seed trade 18 The nursery trade 20 — To improve rhododendrons 20 Our pastimes (illus.) 22 Cincinnati 24 Lowell, Mass 28 San Francisco 32 Syracuse, N. Y 84 Seasonable Notes on Easter Plants. The preparation of Easter stock is nat- urally one the most important parts of the work of the plant grower at this sea- son, the trade of that festal time in flow- ering plants being by far the greatest for any one occasion of the year. But so much has been said about this portion of the work by various authoritative writers in the past that to old hands at the busi- ness it seems almost likeuseless repetition to discuss it at any length. The reason ofiered for referring to the matter is found in the fact that each season pro- duces some beginners in the trade who naturally look tor information to the trade journals, and to ask questions regarding trade matters that are not quite clear to them. The first point of importance, and one that should be kept well in mind from this time forward, is that Lent begins on February 12 and con- sequently Easter falls on March 30, a sufficiently early date to require fairly steady forcing for any glow subjects that one may have to handle. When forcing Lilium longiflorum manj growers nrefer to have the buds in sight on Ash Wednesday, and this rule is espe- cially applicable when preparing for an early Easter, for there may be many dull days in February and March, and if there area few plants that move along too fast it is an easy matter to remove them to a cooler house in order to retard the flowers. Since there has been so much difficulty with diseased lily bulbs of late years, the practice of potting them up in 4-inch pots and afterward shifting the plants into their blooming pots has been much used, this method economizing space during the early part of the season, and also giving a chance to weed out the diseased plants before the final potting. It is also a convenient plan when it is desired to make up some large specimen plants in 8-inch or lOinch pots. The plants, hav- ing been grown in small pots, may be grouped much better in the large pot without disturbing the roots. The repotted lilies require a little judg- ment in the matter ot watering, as at that period it is quite easy to get them sodden, and thus to check their root action to some extent. In fact, during dull weather it is better to be a little sparing with the water on these plants, provided they are not allowed to get very dry, but after the buds are showing, plenty of water will be needed and also some liquid manure at intervals of a few days. Lilium longiflorum, and also its relative, L. Harristi, will bear hard forcing after the buds are up, but under such treatment they require a good deal of moisture, and any neglect in this particular is likely to be shown in tipped leaves, a condition that takes much from their value among a critical trade. A good Easter lily in a 6 inch pot should be about thirty inches high, have clean, dark foliage down to the pot, and carry five to six flowers. Stock of this description seldom fails to find a ready market, a plant of this size being much more salable than those of larger size, and carrying flowers enough to make a paying crop. Another hint in regard to the Easter lily business is that they should be neatly staked and tied and the pots thoroughly scrubbed before they are sent into the store, for a lily in a dirty, slippery pot is an abomination to a care- ful retailer and far from attractive to his customers. Hydrangeas for Easter should be mov- ing along nicely now, for it should be remembered that these plants ought to have fully twelve weeks to bring their flowers to perfection, and many an unfor- tunate grower has had the disheartening experience ot watching the trusses on his hydrangeas still remaining green while the days of Easter week were gliding swiftly by, and the profits of that bench or house were vanishingwith equal rapid2 ity. Those hydrangeas also remind us of the fat boy depicted by Dickens, inas- much that they are always hungry and thirsty, and especially is this the case after the flowers are showing, when liquid manure should be given freely. A steady night temperature of 65° is about right for these plants when brought into heat at the right time, and if they can be brought into bloom in time to give them a week in a cool house to harden them off before being sold, the plants will be much more satisfactory to the buyer. Azaleas do not require much forcing in order to bring them in safely at Easter, and next to the lilies are the greatest favorites with the public, though these plants are so often neglected in the mat- ter of watering that it is not unusual to see many of them in a sadly bedraggled condition by Easter Monday, a condition that should not appear in that short space ot time if the purchasers of these plants would only appreciate how much water such a mass of flowers will evapor- ate in twenty-four hours. The circulars giving information about the treatment of house plants that are being distrib- uted by many retail florists are decidedly beneficial to the trade in general, for the The American Florist. Feb. 1, greater snccess the amateur gardener enjoys the greater will be the temptation to make further experiments, and with the natural result of increasing the sales of the neighboring florist. Cy tisus, or genista, does not attract the same attention that this beautiful plant used to do a few years ago, and a whole house of it is a little out of the ordinary except in the largest cities, but for all this it is a good plant for certain purposes, and no other of the same color is quite so graceful and effective in an Easter decora- tion as the cytisus, even though the flowers may drop rapidly in a dry room. Crimson Rambler and other pot roses are always in demand at Easter, and one should always give them time enough in the forcing process, from twelve to four- teen weeks from the dormant condition to the opening flowers being enough in most cases. About half the period from the time the plants are brought into heat they should be forced quite gently, and the flowers will be much better if the night temperature does not exceed 60° at any time, for too much heat will only give a weak growth and flowers of little substance. During all these forcing operations green aphis must be guarded against, for at such time this pest spreads very rapidly, and it is a good practice to keep some chopped tobacco stems among the plants and also to vaporize some tobacco extract in the greenhouse at least once a week. W. H. Taplin. John Chambers. John Chambers was born in Canter- bury, County of Kent, England, and was educated at Sheldwich and Faversham Grammar Schools. In June, 1861, he was sent to learn the gardening and florists' business under Mr. Langley, then head gardener for Earl Sondes. After serving three years here, he went to Hugh Low & Co., of Upper Clapton, for one year, after which he drifted back to his native county, and was employed at Bel- mont Park for three years, during the last two years as foreman. He spent a year in the landscape department of B. S. Williams & Son, of Upper Holloway and then secured a position as gardener at Hartsholme Hall, Lincoln, where he remained until 1871. Then he decided to try his fortunes in Canada, and landed in Toronto, where he secured employment with late ez-Alderman Jas. Fleming, for whom he was foreman for over six years. In 1878 Mr. Chambers was appointed by the City Council of Toronto to take charge of and lay out the new Exhibition Park. So well was this work done that In the spring of 1 884, he was appointed by the Council as superintendent of all Toronto public parks. At this time there was practic- ally no park system in Toronto, only several pieces of ground owned by the city. He took hold of these and in his comprehensive way gradually worked them up to their present splendid condi- tion. Other pieces of ground around the city, which were almost waste, he con- verted into flower gardens and play grounds. Since then High Park and Riverdale Park have been added and are in progress of development. At Exhibi- tion Park, where Mr. Chambcri resides, there is a fine collection of orchids, nepen- thes and stove plants, and many old favorites, which are no longer to be seen in the trade, are found here. The perfec- tion of these plants proves him to be a thorough practical gardener, as well as a man of great organizing power, and not least remarkable is his ability to have so much work executed with the appropriation which the city grants. He has probably done more for the interests of horticulture than any other man in his vicinity. On the formation of the Toronto Florists' and Sardeners' Club he was elected president, and re elected for two years following, after which he has always been on the executive com- mittee, until December 17, 1901, when he was again elected president by acclama- tion. Of the other local societies Inter- ested in horticulture he is honorary director of the Industrial Board, was the first president of the Horticultural Society, and is second vice-president of the Electrol District Society. H. G. D. A House of Mignonette. The illustration opposite is reproduced from a photograph of a house of mig- nonette, taken January 10, at Emil Buettner's establishment. Park Ridge, III. The picture conveys but a faint idea of the high quality of the plants, which are from seed of a strain carefully selected JOHN CHAMBERS. (President Toronto Florists' Club.) by Rudolph Asmus, of New Durham, N. J., for a number of years past. The spikes are from eighteen to twenty-four inches high. Mr. IJuettner sows the seed in 3-inch pots during the latter part of July, thinning out the plants until only two of the strongest remain in each not. From the pots the plants are transferred to the benches about September 15, placing them eight by twelve inches apart. When they commence to grow in the benches, the top of each plant is pinched out to induce branching. The soil employed is a stiff loam prepared like that for roses. Iowa Florists Organize. Florists representing fifteen counties in Iowa recently met at Chariton and organized the Southwestern Iowa Flor- ists' Association. There was a general discussion on trade topics and the follow- ing oilicers were elected-: President. ]. F, Wilcox, Council Blufls; financial secre. tary, C. G. Anderson, Red Oak; corres ponding secretary, I. C. Hon, Crestpn Des Moines is the next place of meeting. The Business End of Hoiticulture. [An address by Patrick 0*Mara, of New York^ be/ore the Massachusetts Hoiticullural Society, Boston . January 2S, l<)0^.\ LADIES AND GENTLEMEN :-When our good friend. Mr. Low, invited me to read a paper on some subject conn**cted with liorticulture, I explained, as I did once before, tliai. while being gr.-itf^fiil for the honor. 1 was at a loss to kr.ow upon what lines I could prepare .a paper worthy of the attention of this society, second, as it is, to none in the woilij I solicited his advice, and the advice (( the committee through him, and was fur- ther comp imented by the assurance that anythmg 1 should prepare would in ail likelihood be satisfactory to them. Be- ing thus, so to spealv, at mv wits' end, I chose "The Business End of Horticul- ture" as a title for such observations as I might offer you. I will stick to the text as closely as possible, but at the very outset the temp- tation to wander is irresistible. Some may ask if I consider the end of hor- ticulture to be business. This prompts me io observe that I am not bold enough to prophesy the end of horticulture. It also prompts me to observe that since coining the title, I have been industri- ously engaged in a mental quest for the business end of it: but up to the present moment I have not run down any end that looks most like it, or tied a knot in it. The quest for the business end of a bee or a mule would be a simpler matter. An acquaintance of mine in the trade once sagely remarked in my he.tring that in his opinion any fojl could grjw good plants, but that it required a man of great wisdom to sell them. It lODked to him as if he had discovered the business end for certain, i may remark pa.-en- thetically that the gentleman referred to was a grand and gloomy failure in both departments; he is a fair sample of the know-it-all. There is a story told to the effect that a young man who was ambitious to .succeed in business once ob- tained the ear of the late Commodore Vanderbilt and sought his advice. He is reported to have asked him if the secret of success in business was knowl- edge, or was it some fortunate inspira- tion? The gruff old Commodore tersely replieci: "No, mv young friend: not in- spiration; perspiration, sir, perspiration," And it may be truly said that if the business joint of horticulture is anywhere in particular, it is at the elbow, and it • should be well greased. Eternal vigilance is the price of much that we have and hold: it is particularly the price the successful horticulturist must pay. The "art that doth mend nature" is not one for the dilettante: It is one for the sober, steady, persevering, painstaking, intelligent worker. The cry goe^ up from many who fail: "I have no luck with my stuff, like so and so." That wail is even heard from the pro- fessional florist, who ought to know bet- ter. If he watched Messrs. So-and-So he would discover that they arc men who study cause and effect and have the sense to apply as well as the energy to exe- cute. 'They may, perchance, be unable to prepare" an exh.austive treatise on the structural formation of plants or give an analysis of the soil, their methods may be rule of thumb ones, their school may l)e, and undoubtedly in ninety and nine c.nsi-s out of a hundred It is, an em- ph-linl one: bnt they obtain gratifying rcsulls, and that's the main point. Doe- tors' children are not always the health- iest. If there Is any calling, trade or pro- fession which requires keen discrimina- tion, quick perception. Intuitive grasp and prompt tlcclslon in a greater degree than nnotlicr. it is the horticulturists'. He is dealing with the forces of nature, bis chargps are mute .and oannot an- nounce whf'n somelhing has gone wrong. He must sec It; he must do more than that, he must know, if he is to be suc- cessful, what is, likely to Injure them, and see that such Is avoided. i\n ounce of prevention Is worth a ton of cure In horlli-ullure. Locking the stable door after the horse Is stolen is mlghtv poor satlsfacli'n. Thi se random remarks. 1 trust, will be found to have some pointed reference to the "business end" of hor- ticulture. , ^ . My experience In the trade has been exclusively along the lines of commer- cial norlcullure. so that nccesHnrlly my obscrvatlnna will be mainly conflned to matters less or more Intlmiitely -o')- tgos. The American Florist. MIGNONETTE AT EMIL BUETTNER'8, PARK RIDQE, ILL., JANUARY 10, 1902. nected therewith. I've enjoyed the ad- vantage of some experiences with other branches. I've rubbed elbows with that interesting personage Itnown officially as the "Ornamental Horticulturist," or, as one of my more learned and editorial friends would have him dubbed, the "Ornamentative Horticulturist." A lew years ago he was, I suppose, the artist who made striped elephants with a fluffy tail and planted them on the lawn, who made butterflies and ships, birds and beasts, biped and quadruped, who had wheels in his head and got rid of them by expressing himself in wonderful con- volutions, rings eccentric and concentric, all in plants that outrivaled Joseph's wonderful coat of many colors. The pity of it is for one of the business ends of horticulture that his tribe did not keep on increasing. I am reminded of a story in connection with that branch of gardening. An itin- erant disciple of the "art that doth mend nature" was called in to lay out some beds on a modest lawn. His "art" had not risen above a round, square and star-shaped bed, so when his whilom employer expressed a desire to supple- ment them with an oval bed he looked embarrassed; he was not quite sure what an oval bed was. It was explained to him that it ■n'as egg-shaped, and he understood. When the owner came around the following day and looked at the oval he was disappointed; it was overweighted at one end. He reproached the "artist" concerning it, and a great light broke in upon him when he was told by him: "Sure,' sir, you told me to make it egg-shaped; and isn't an egg bigger at one end than the other?" There is some humor even in horticulture. A prospective purchaser went into one of the seed shops not a thousand miles from here, where garden and farm im- plements were displayed, and asltcd a young clerk if he sold whiffletrees. He was gravely informed that tney .lid not keep them there, but he would inquire of the nursery department. Another pur- chaser, who was giving an order and soliciting advice from a clerk as to quan- tities of seed wanted for certain numbers of plants, finally ordered a pound of raf- fia. The clerk, thinking he was ordering too much of it, gravely asked him how many plants of it he wanted to raise. A tree agent some years ago astonished the home office with the quantities of tree paeonias he was selling. Upon investi- gation it developed that he was recom- mending them as shade trees, which had in the summer the wonderful flowers shown in the picture book which he car- ried. There are incidents connected with the business end of horticulture and they do much to relieve the tedium of the day and hour. Now let us consider where the busmess end— or, rather, ends— of horticulture are to be located. First in importance is the seedsman. Even here there is to be found differences; all do not travel on the same road. There is the box trado^ for instance, a separate ind distinct branch. Long before a town can sup- port a seed store the box makes it ap- pearance. The druggist, the general storekeeper, the jeweler, the grocer, al- most any shopkeeper, will be the dis- tributing agent for the seeds. The growth of this branch of the trade is something marvelous. In one generation we have seen one firm expand from a little shop, which barely paid the living expenses of the founders, into a great institution which ranks high among the finest commercial houses in the counti^y. So systematized is this particular tranch that the seed box follows close upon the heels of the settler into the most remote quarters. Not many years ago I was in a thirty-day-old town, seventy miles from the nearest railroad station, yet the seed box was there before me. An- other branch of the trade was repre- sented among the first settlers there, viz., the seed grower. So we see that two branches of horticulture are found in the forefi;ont of the developing line. The seed grower is a horticulturist who does not figure very prominently in horticultural essays, and yet he is an important factor. Many people' believe that the large seed houses liave one "big farm where they grow all their seeds. That would be impracticable,- for the reason that different seedj5 can be bet- ter grown in different localities. Peas and beans can be better grown in north- ern than southern localities. California will produce better seeds of many kinds than any other part of the country. Por- tions of Nebraska produce the best seeds of vine crops to be found in the country. Long Island seems to be the ideal place for cabbage seed production. Portions of Connecticut are unrivaled for the quality of onion seed produced. North- ern New York and Maine are unexcelled for potatoes. The great northwest has exceptional possibflities as a seed pro- ducing country. Europe still supplies its quota of seeds and bulbs, but with the vast extent of territory over which floats the American flag, with the wide range of temperature, the rich soil, and the energy and intelligence of the men en- gaged in horticulture, there is every rea- son to believe that in the near future we will not only produce all we need our- selves, but we will be able to control the markets of the world in seed production. The seed grower for the most part is a contractor who takes the stock sup- plied by the seedsman and delivers the entire product. His work is supervised by the seedsman, who inspects the grow- ing crop and carefully "rogues," that is, destroys any plants which are not up to type, which, in other words, show a reversion to an inferior type. It often happens that an improvement will be apparent in individual plants and these are carefully markeJ, the seed product kept separate and sown the following season. This Is the source of many of the improved varieties. It is obvious that the greater the amount of care be- stowed on inspection, the greater the intelligence brought to bear upon it, the better in proportion must be the result. It is upon this care and intelligence that reputation is based; hence the difference in stocks sold. The seed grower is often a hybridizer, and to the patient work of these men we owe many of the im- proved varieties now in existence. The greatest vehicle, unquestionably, for developing horticulture is the catalogue of the seedsman, the nurseryman and the florist. The first i,s beyond doub- the most important in its effects and might be called the center from which the busi- ness ends radiate, the millions of cata- logues distributed annually are an in- spiration to the recipients and to the hundreds of thousands who are influ- enced by seeing their neighbors engaged in horticultural work. Great is the re- sponsibility of the catalogue firms and great is the labor involved. It is un- deniably the most trying of all the business ends of horticulture. The men engaged in it must be ever on fhe watch for new and improved varieties; they must lead and not follow popular opin- ion; but yet they must be cautious not to get too far in advance. They must be ready to explain why crops fail, they must be able to advise remedies, they must be entomologists, pathologists, be up in soil chemistry, and, when the great extent of the country is considered, it is readily understood that the task is not an easy one. They must be ready to tell when and what to plant or sow in farm or garden from Puget Sound to Florida keys, from Aroostook to San Diego. They must be able to tell the dear old lady what is the matter with her sick fjeranium or LILACS AT EMIL BUETTNER'S, PARK RIDQE, ILL., JANUARY 10, 1902. 4 The American Florist. Feb. /, her debilitated begoma. Tliey must be prepared to havo tneir honesty impugned whenever a cierit makes a mistaue and sends the wrong variety. They must be prepared very often for the same con- tingency when irom causes entirely be- yond their control' crops fail, plants die or seeds do not germmate. To be suc- cessful, the catalogue man must be not only resourceful in business methods, enterprising in developing and introduc- ing varieties of merit, but he must be optimistic, he must be al.'le to communi- cate his optimism to bis customers, he must be liberal in his dealings, be ev.^r patient, be a natural diplomat, and, above all things, be scrupulously careful to send out only the best obtainable. What is said of the seedsman is also applicable in a great measure to the nur- seryman. The details of his business are hardly as numerous, however, con- sequently not as trying. His business is in a larger degree localized, which tends to simplify it. With San Jose scale, peach yellows and other troubles inci- dent to his stock and the legis.ative etiort to control them, he is not witn- out troubles ot his own. The nursery- man, too, must be up in the "ologies," even more so perhaps than the seeds- man. He must De a fair lawyer, as well, and be an e.-ipert ia transportation mat- ters. The lithographer and the tree agent are powerful agents to the nurseryman. The latter, armed with his book of plates, wends his way over the face of me land, in many cates revi.ed and thrust out, treated little better tnan the hobo. His book is sneered at, and, whiie u may be a tritle highly colored, and the size of the pictured floweis and iruits may be a little exaggerated, yet a long experience has shown that such are the best htted to tempt the wavering into purchasing something which will really be a benent to them. It is a case where the end justifies the means, if tneie ever was one. Many a garden would be given over to weeds which now supper. s a few fruit trees and small fruits, many a porch and dooryard would be as bare of living ornament as the proverbia. "Job's turkey" was of flesh and feather, were it not for the tree agent and his book. That business end of horticulture is not "one grand sweet song" for the men engaged in it; the emoluments aris- ing from It will not make them pluto- crats. Be patient with them, then, if not for themselves, at least for the good they accomplish. The good they do lives after them; the evil is cut down and cast into exterior darkness. The grower lor the catalogue, firms is another ot the business enas of horti- culture; that is, the man who grows plants in quantity on contract or who grows them on speculation to sell in large quantities. His field embraces green- house plants, fruit plants, hardy out- door plants, shrubs, roOcS and bulbs, it is a safe business on the whole, but is not capable of great developmerit, like the catalogue trade. It is generally fol- lowed and taken up by men who have some land, but little worKing capital, and the profits are as a rule very meager. Because of the limited capital wuh which it can be entered, prov'.a.eQ the land is already secured, a great many of the smaller nuiserymen, norists, and even farmers, have entered it ot late years, and it may be sately said to be a well-plowed field at the present time. Because of the fact that these men are not In touch jflth the retail market they grow many tilings for wnich there Is not ready sale, failing to ijbtain buy- ers for these at remunerative pric.os, they are frequently taken up at a sacrihce and pushed by catalogue men, to the detriment of better things. I think it may be accepted as an axiom that the successful catalogue business man must be a bona fide producer, either under his own direct control or by the contract system. This applies to plants more than seeds or bulbs, which can be treated as merchandise. The ^expense of cata- logues, advertising, packing and grow- ing hardly admit ot developing a large business by buying plants and selling again; besides, tlLere is always the trade grower who has a surplus of something Inferior to offer at a tempting price, and it Is well to beware of the "great penny- wopth " The 'business end of horUculture rep- resented by the cut flower grower is per- hlpa the simplest, In a business sense, Si' any In that the skill of the grower Is the paramount Issue. His product s sold for what It Is worth on sight. Al- though the market takes exasperating tumbles, he has little, if anything, to do with it. He is saved the nerve wear incident to bargaining, planning how to get rid of his product, how to get his money Sfter he has sold, and the many and vexatious problems incident to bar- ter and sale. I speak of the grower who supplies the large cities and consigns to a commission house. Of course he is constantly consigning the commission man to a place warmer than his hottest greenhouse, but that is his privilege, and the commission hnan gets accus- tomed to it, s'o no one is much hurt. The market is cut out for him. The rose grower has the great triology of Beauiy. Bride and Bridesmaid. The carnation grower has a little more vexed problem as to the varieties he will grow, but it is plain sailing for the violet grower. CYPRIPEDIUM EXUL X LATHAMIANUM. (See "Cypripediuni Blooms from England.") The various committees of the leading trade societies settle many a problem for the carnationist and chrysanthemum grower, but they like to nibble at the new things so as not to be caught nap- ping. This gives them a chance to grum- ble once in a while but It makes life In- teresting for them. There is always some- thing new coming up in roses, too, to vex the grower. If the man who gets hold of the new one first has a reputation and can succeed in growing it well it Is an easy, matter for him to get a jnarket for the plants and so turn an honest pen- ny. . But business instinct counts just as heavily in growing cut llowers as in the other business ends of horticulture. It was business Instinct which years ago Inlluenced one of our leading growers of roses to discard every flower which did not come up to his standard. Tliat policy made his reputation and was the founda- tion of his success. It worked both ways; It concentrated his efforts on producing something up to that standard and main- taining It, while it made his reputation. It did more; It elevated the standard and really made two classes of growers In all lines of cut flower growing, the one which alms at "fancy" flowers and which embraces all the high class estab- lishments, the other which does the best he can and takes things as they come. I've been among growers of violets and have seen llowers discarded for slight Imperfections of color which tho unobservant eye would scarcely de- tect. I've seen roses discarded which a few years ago would be sent to the mar- ket for what they would bring. A walk through the wholesale districts In any of the large cities will reveal to the observer stocks of roses, carnations, violets, and so forth, which seem to be different va- rieties although the same, the difference being in the growing mainly, but also in the care with which the cutting, keeping and packing are done. It is one of the most pleasant branches of horticulture and one of the most remunerative for the capital invested. It has developed fastest of. all during recent years and although the constant cry gois up that it does not pay, it continues to develop. The demand for flowers is con- stantly growing and the laws of demand and supply are inexorable. The dally press devotes more attention to It than to any other branch and this has a great deal to do with its development. That advertisement acts also as a corrective, inasmuch as it attracts to the trade pjo- ple with capital seeking investment wne e there is a certain proiit. No one flower has been boomed more in recent years in the daily press than the violet. The ease with which it can be grown and the attractive profits resulting from its cul- ture have been alluringly set forth by writers In the daily press who never grew a violet and knew nothing about the subject. The result has been that many people, particularly women with a pen- chant for flower growing and a desire to earn "pin money," have gone Into the business by the hundreds. Their usual method— following the directions of the dally newspaper horticultural teacher— is to procure sashes and a few hundred plants. The certain result is failure, for they cannot compete with the professional grower who is well equipped with knowledge and has an establishment suit- ed to the purpose. The almost unvarying result Is failure for these enthuslast.o tyros; but they are a disturbing element to the trade. They produce some floweis of a low grade, which come in at a time when the crop is most plentiful. They also disturb the equanimity of the pro- fessional grower by their eager appeals for advice. They disturb the seedsman and general florist in the same way. but they do not disturb th-e equanimity of the daily newspaper, for that institution and the young man or young woman who wrote the articles which were the cause of a.l the turmoil are too busy following up the political fortunes of rival politi- cians, interviewing actresses and society leaders, dilating on the fluctuations ot copper or "nipper" stcck, exploiting tl.e carters of aspiring pugilists, levelhng in the mire of the latest scandal, pictuilng the horrors ot the freshest murder, re- porting horse shows and horse races, thrilling the dear public witli prognosti- cations of Impending wars, and so the florist is left to reap the troubled after- math while the newspaper goes on to fresher fields. The business end 'of horticulture repre- sented by the shopkeeper in the large cities is a branch unto itself. It's con- nection with the producing branches is a very slender ore and seems to be grow- ing more attenuated. Why this sliould be does not appear on the surface to most of us. The fact remains, however, that as ii class they hold aloof from the trade or- ganizations, when it would seem that their interests would be conserved by affiliating with them. Tlie comblnatiuii of all branches ot trade hortlcultuilsls In one organization should inuie to the benefit of all. The smaller cities are gen- erally represented In the shopkeeplng by the man who Is himself a grower and whose wife or daughters "tend store" and make up floral designs. The great shopkeepers in tlic large cities are "artLfts" and indulge In fads. They, In some cases, drop their first names, like the ladies tailors and milliners. Hut tho development of that branch has been wonderful. Glass delivery wagons, with gold mounted har- ness and something suspiciously like a crest embossed thereon, have become the sign manual of tho successful Ih.r.il art- ist In tho largo cities. Tho .Lddition of "ribbons and laces to set off tlio faces" of pretty flowers seems a nalural accom- paniment to the style of business; but it seems Inconsistent with the prevailing "natural" style of flower arrangement, it l3 positively painful to see flowering plants swathed In ribbons and paper or tied up with bow knots like a poodle dog, igo2. The American Florist, THE ESTABLISHMENT OF THE HASKELL AVENUE FLORAL COMPANY, DALLAS, TEX. and it is to be hoped the "artists" will abandon it or their patrons get tired of it very soon. In horticulture as in everything: else the men who originate either methods or va- rieties are the men who shape the busi- ness, ends and all. The men who hybri- dize, the men who investigate, the men who do the thinking, are the men who supply the motive power for the whole. The originators of the new varieties of fruits, flowers and vegetables have not only conferred a benefit on the people at large but have made it possible for the .e-rower to continue in a profitable busi- ness. The man who first propagated roses in summer and began a special business of mailing them showed tlie wav to doz- ens of successful imitators. The man who developed the idea of the shallow bench and annual planting of roses for out flowers was in his way a Columbus. The man"who first used large glass and light frames in greenhouses made it pos- sible to produce the quality of flowers in evidence today. The man who built big greenhouses to grow lettuce, toma- toes, cucumbers, and so forth, made a great forward stride. The men who started the first trade journal made an imnortanf innovation. The business ends of horticulture are many and various and I trust enough has been said about Ihem in this paper to show to those who may not have con- sidered the matters covered, that -they are interesting and important, at least to those engaged in them. Cypripedium Blooms from England. Oq January 22 we received three cypri- pedium blooms by mail, from Alfred Dimmock, the American representative of F. Sander & Co. The flowers were mailed at the home address of the firm, St. Albans, Eng., January 9, and arrived in perfect condition, as may be imagined from the illustration of C. exul X Lathamianum herewith, reproduced from a photograph taken the day of arrival. The other two flowers, C. Calypso, Oak- wood variety, and C. Leeanum delicatnm, arrived in equally good condition. The base of the stem, in each case, was placed in a little damp sphagnum and wrapped in thin rubber securely tied with raffia. The flowers were then placed ia an extra strong cardboard box, the vacant spaces being securely filled wiih small pieces and wads of dry tissue paper. WITH THE GROWERS. HASKELL AVENUE FLORAL CO., DALLAS. There are in Texas no more progressive nor up-to-date establishments than the Haskell Avenue Floral Company. In lact, it would be difficult to find a more enterprising business house in any northern city, although the south is not usually credited with push and energy equal to that characteristic ol the north- ern craftsmen. The business was started about five years ago, as the Texas Seed and Floral Co., but recently the greenhouse end was divorced from the retail store and seed business. Its proprietor is Seth Miller, one of the solid business men of Dallas, and the superintendent is F. W. Beach, formerly of Richmond, Ind. Within the past year the glass area was doubled and a new range of six large houses is planned for the approaching spring. At present there are twelve houses with an area of 35,000 square feet and the new addition will bring this up to 54,000 feet. They also have 5,000 feet of storage frames, in which there are at present dormant 2-inch roses, 200,000 of which will be planted out in the spring. At present about 15,000 feet of glass is devoted to cut flowers, carnations, roses and violets principally, with smilax and some other specialties. The rest of the place is used for roses and plairts, of which large quantities are needed for an extensive catalogue and mail trade. The packing shed, 22x132, is one of the features of the place, beingequipped with every known device to facilitate packing and routing the shipments. The plant is heated by three hot water boilers and one of the ieatures of the construction is that the posts, bench legs and all wood which comes in contact with the soil is bodock, which never rots. The posts are set in cement. A water works system is being put in to irrigate the ten-acre field on which much stock is grown in summer. There will be a stand- pipe fifteen feet in diameter and sixty feet high. Three-inch pipes will lead to all parts of the grounds and a gasoline engine will pump the water from a deep well to the standpipe. L. L. MAY & CO., ST. PAUL, MINN. Under the superintendence of Frank Gustafson everything in and about the L. L. May & Company greenhouse prem- ises at St. Paul is flourishing in a marked degree. In the line ol roses they grow Lib- erty, Golden Gate, Bridesmaid, Bride and a few Lady Dorothea. Liberty is as profit- able as Meteor, though not quite so prolific a bloomer. All the flowers are sr.lable, there being no "bull heads," as is common with the Meteor. As an all around variety Golden Gate is the most profitable, it being always in bloom and commanding a fair price in the market. Dorothea is becoming quite popular and it is predicted here that it will be a general favorite when its good qualities become more widely known. Nearly all rose stock is grafted on Manetti. This not only produces stronger plants and better bloom but it is perfectly free from club root, with which own root stock has been troubled in the past. The carnations are this season cer- tainly the finest ever grown on the place. Mrs. Lawson, though planted late, is now throwing up numerous long, stiff stems and producing blooms which aver- age three to four inches in diameter. In red Crane and America are grown, the former being the favorite. Bradt and its red sport are both doing remarkably well. In pink there is cjuite a number of sorts, the favorites being Marquis, Mrs. Joost, Melba and Triumph. White Cloud is the standard white, with Flora Hill a good second. Armazindy does remark- ably well here. A large stock of choice Boston ferns, Adiantum cuneatum, A. Capillus- Veneris A. imbricatum and other good varieties is on hand, as well as a fine lot of Aspara- gus plumosus nanus and A. Sprengeri. They are pottingofi alotofseedlingferns for fern dishes, there being about 12,000 in the lot. The spores for these came from Germany and proved to be an exceptionally good lot. In bulbous stock this firm annually 6 The American Florist. Feb. /, forces from 30,000 to 50,000 Romans, 15,000 Paper Whites, 50,000 lily of the valley, 20,000 daffodils, 15,000 tulips, 5,000 to 10,000 Dutch hyacinths, and 10,000 Harrisii and longiflorums. They also grow large quantities of bedding stock and now have 20,000 geraniums potted up, besides thousands of other plants. They handle from 50,000 to 75,000 pansy plants each season. Almost the entire output of this estab- lishment is sold at retail, the firm doing, in addition to a large city trade, a large shipping business in the northwest. Felix. ♦-•-♦^ The American Carnation Society. We are in receipt of the announcement and schedule of premiums for the eleventh annual meeting of the American Carna- tion Society, to be held at Indianapolis, February 19 and 20. The meeting will take place at the German House. Copies of the schedule and full particulars may be had from the secretary, A. M. Herr, Lancaster, Pa. It is announced that this year, for the first time, the society will have vases of its own, sufficient to provide for all exhibitors. Papers will be read by C. W. Ward, Queens, N. Y.; Wallace R. Pierson, Cromwell, Conn., and E. G. Gillett, Cin- cinnati, 0. The question of incorporat- ing the society, and of " feviiihg the by-laws will be considered. The premiums offered are very liberal. There are eight first prizes of $12 and second prizes of $6 offered for vases of 100 blooms, and similar prizes of $6 and $3 for vases of fifty blooms. Eight first prizes of $3, and second prizes of $1.50 are ofiered for vases of twenty-five blooms, introductions of 1901, we takeit, although the specifications are not as definite as might be wished. Special premiums are offered for Prosperity, Dorothv and Ethel Crocker varieties, and $50 divided into two premiums, for fifty blooms of any variety not yet in commerce. Vari- ous cups and vases are offered, among which is noted a cup valued at $25 for twenty vases of not more than twenty- five blooms each. A requirement of ten vases in this class would seem better, both in view of the value of the trophy, and of the fact that few growers can stage twenty varieties. The Lawson gold, silver and bronze medals for 100 blooms, one variety, are offered again, and the S. A. F. silver and bronze medals are ofiered for unintrodnced seedlings. There is no specified number of blooms required in competition for the S. A. F. medals. A definite, reasonable number should be required, as the judges may be in a quandary if it becomes necessary to pass upon one superlative bloom in com- petition with a vase of twenty-five not quite so good. A reduced rate of a fare and one-third on the certificate plan has been obtained and a large attendance is assured. SCALE OF POINTS F to 100 second-hand cold frames '* in good condition. Give size, condition and lowest cash price. Address Hamilton A Pliimmer, Eewanee, II!. T\7'AN CED— An all-around reliable florist; must '" grow roses and carnations. Single German preferred. State wages, with board. References. Apply to Otto Battmann, Florist, Manistee, Mich. T\/'AN TED- -Single man, one accustomed to bed- *' ding and propagating on a large commer- cial establishment; one who is willing to learn and advance himself. $?.t 00 per month and board. Address II, care American Florist. WANTED— An all-around, experienced gar- dener and florist, for private place. Must be wi ling to work; of good habits. Single man preferred. References required. Address A. C. LORiNG, 1013 Guaranty Loan BIdg., Minneapolis, Minn. WANTED— Agreeable partner with $3,0CO to $10 000 or more. Wish to enlarge my plant (a well pstabhshpd trade). If you have the price, write and give full particulars, and I will tell you the rest. Address Hustler, care American Florist. Chicago. WANTED — &.n A No. 1 man of uoquestioned character and ability, for position in retail store; must be a flrst-class salesman and strictly up-to-date in decorating and designing. Address with references, Retailer, care American Florist, CQicago. "P'OR SALE— 5000 feet second hand boiler tubes -*- suitable for heating pipes in greenhouses. KR0E3CHELL Bk09. Co., 4o Erie St., Cbicago, "pOR SALE OR RENT — Greenhouses, 4000 sq, J- feet of glass, ground and dwelling. Good market on electric farsand railroad. Easy terms. Address M T, care American Florist. FOR SALE— Well established florist business, l-2,0ns1ennientB solicited. FRANK GARLAND, ""S^:, ., Cut Flowers SPECIAL ATTENTION fl* ¥T TtT TVT ^ffi GIVEN TO HARDY OUT •■^ M3t ^-m-X:^ ^St 55-57 WABASH AVENUE, Telephone Central 3384 CHICA.OO. Wbol^ale power/larKjfe Boiei, Beauty, CHiOAeo, Jan. 31. 36-inch stems 30 '■ 24 " 20 " 15 " 12 6.00 5.00 4.00 3 00 2.00 1.50 6to8 " "per 100 6. 00(38. CO Bride, Bridesmaid 5.00@10.00 " Meteor 6.00® 8.00 Perle 4 OC® 8.00 GoldenGate 5.00@1Q.0Q Carnations 1 50® 4.00 Violets 75® 1 25 Lily ot the valley 2.00® 3.00 Callas, per doz 1 .6O@2.0O Romans, Paper Whites 2 CO® 4.00 Adlantum 1 009 1 60 Commonfecns per 1,000 $150 .30 Qalax leaves, per 1000 tl.OO .15 Smilax per dozen 1.50® 2. CO Lily Of The Valley. Finest brand for early forcing 91.50 per IQO. $12 per 1000, case of 260C, 129.00. Fancy Cat Valley in Large Quantities. H. IV. B^UIV®, 1409-14011 W. Madison Street, CHICAGO. ILL Mention the American Florist when writing to advertisers on this page. E. H. Hunt, WHOLESALE. Cut flowers THE "OLD RELIABLE," 76 Wabash Ave. CHICAGO. GEO. REINBERG, '^Grr.'r.f Cut Flowers Choice American Beauties. We will take care of your orders St reasonable prices. Prompt atfention. B1 Wabash Ava., CHICAQO, ILL. PETER REINBERG, Grower and Wholesaler of Cot Flowers. eOO.OOO PBBT OP QLA88. Headquarters for Amerioan Beautf. 81 Wabash Ave., • CHICA60, ILL JOHN MUNO, Wholesale Grower and Shipper of Gut Flowers Kootn 221. 51 Wabash Ave., CHICAGO. Telephonb Central 3598. All telegraph sad telephone orders given prompt attention. Poehlmann Bros. Co. Wholesale Growers of S'ejlersln Cut FlOWCrS All telegraph and telephone orders given prompt attention. 03-o/ Gbeenhocses: Randolph Street, Morton Grove, 111. CHICAQO, ILL. Always mention the American Flo list when writin? to advertisers. 16 The American Florist. Feb. I, Choice CATTLEYAS SLt SO oents. SAMUEL S. PENNOCK, Wholesale Florist, I6IMS LUDLOW ST., PHILtDELPHIA, P«. GEO. A. SUTHERLAND, n 34 Hawley St., BOSTON. Telephone 1270 Mala. BEST BOSTON FLOWERS. AU Supplies, An entire floor Devoted to Stock and Manu- facturing. Distributing Agent for United States for the wonderful LETTER, unequalled for design work. Script, any color, 3Vbc a letter. Block letters, Wvi each. The most elaborate design work to order in a few minutes. General Aoents; H. BAYERSDORFER & CO., Philadelphia. REED & KELLER, New York City. SpeciaT AmeHcarSeauty, CITY HALL CUT FLOWER MARKET CA.I«I«ATIOI«!S» WELCH BROS.. PROPS. Lily of the Valley, Violets. fs^'^c^o/s^SIkr. ■'«^«''"- "«"■ The best market for Growers who can ship good Cut Flower stock. J. K. Z(LLEN, 106 West 28th Street, iiriif vflDV PITV Telephone 167 Madison Sq. HtiV lUnKbllT. N. F. McCarthy & go. 84 nawley St., BOSTON, ARE RECEIVING ELEGANT ROSES ALL VARIETIES. DON'T YOU WANT SOME? > «4l 734 and lf>4 (viaiii. Geo. M. Moss, WHOLESALE FLORIST, 32 South 17th Street, PHILADELPHIA, PA. Long Distance Thone 1-41-26 D. Consignments of Roses. Carnations. Violets solicited. N. Y. GUT FLOWER EXCHANGE 404-412 E. 34th St. Near Ferry. Open lor Cut Flower tjalea at 6 o'clock Every Alornlng; DESIRABLE WALL SPACE TO RENT FOR ADVERTISING. JOHN DONALDSON, Secretary. Whol^jale flower/arKjfe Boston, Jan. 29. Roaei, Beauty, extra 35 " " medium 12 " " culls 6 " Bride, Bridesmaid. Meteor. 4 " extra 8 Carnations 1 " fancy 3 Lily of the valley 3 Violets Harrisii lilies. Frees 1, Narcissus Paper While 1 . Yellow 2. Roman hyacinths Tulips , 2 Callas 8 Adiantum Smilaj 10 Philadeuhla, Jan. 29. Rosea, Tea 5 " " extra 10, " Beauty, extra 50 " " flrats 30 Queen of Edgely, extra " ' " firsts.... Carnations 1 Lily or the valley 4 Asparagus 25 Smilax 12 Bottalo, Jan. 30. Roses, Beauty 7 " Bride, Bridesmaid, Meteor 6 Carnations 1 Violets Lily of the valley 3 Smilax IB Adiantum 1 .oo@iio.oo ,00@20.00 .00® 8.00 .00® 6.00 ,00@10.00 50® 2,00 .00© 4 00 .00® 4.0U .30® .60 00@12.5') ,OCi.' l.SO ,0C® 1,50 00® 4.00 .75® 1.50 00® 3 00 .C0@10.00 .50® 1.00 .00®12.00 .00® 8.00 ,00@12.00 .00@65.00 .00@40.00 76.00 2i,00 .00® 4,00 .00® 5.00 .00@60.00 53@15.00 00® 35. 00 .00@15.00 ,50® 3 50 .50® 1..''.0 .00® 4.00 .00® 20. 00 .00® 1.50 6ive Us a Trial. We Can Please You Roses, Carnations and all kinds of Seasonable Flowers in stock. WM E If ACTIIil! Wholesale Com- finii Ti nHOIIIIIIf mission Florist. 481 Washington St., Buffalo. N. Y. Dealer in Florists' Supplies luid Wire Designs. Open Dav end NiRht. The New York Cut Flower Company offers to Growers and Con- signors the most satisfac- tory wholesale market in New York. DAILY RFPORTS. WEEKLY PAYMENTS. The best line of customers. A GOOD OPENING NOW for growers of Bride and Bridesmaid Roses of choice quality. SALESROOMS {^|S«^«[«-ef «;•:»«•' Teleph'^nes: 2239 Madison Sq. 2034 Madison Sq. T. A. MILLANG, Manaqeb. Cut Harrisii Lilies. I am growing the largest batch of lilies in New England. Have over 50,000 Harrisii besides plenty of Japans for Easter. Can supply blooms all the time from now till spring. Can fill orders for any quantityat an hour's notice. H. N. EATON, •Phone Connection. SO. SUDBURY, MASS. EUGENEBERNHEIMER Wholesale Florist, Philadelphia. Phone 14360 A. 1GU4 l.udlow ^t., CONSIGNMENTS OF ROSES SOLICITED. YOUNG & NUGENT Wholesale Florists. PRICE LIST TO APPLICANTS. 42 West 28th Street, NEW YORK. Telephone 2065 Madison Square Roses, Carnations, Valley, Orchids, Novelties. Ath ship"iiie the llnest in the New York miirket igo2. The American Florist. 17 TOP GRADE Carnations BEAUTIES, BRIDES, BRIDESIMAIOS, METEORS, LIBERTIES. JCvlly of tJa-e 'Valley. JOHN I. RAYNOR, 49 West 28th Street, NEW YORK. TnlephonA Vo. 199S Mndtson Sqaare. George Saltford, WHOLESALE DEALER AND SPECIALIST IN \rroivE>ars Consignments solicited from good growers of VIOLETS, Shipping orders attended to promptly. Telephone 2230 Madison Square. Walter r. Sheridan, Wholesale Florist, Telephone 902 Uadlson Square. 39 West 28th St., NEW YORK. Telephone Nos. 2239 and 2034 Madison Square. MOORE, HENTZ & NASH Wholesale Commission Florists, 65 and 57 West 26th St., NEW YORK CITY. Adjoining New York Cut Flower Co. salesroom. Finest Salesroom in the Trade. Inspection Invited. Ail business, selling or shipping, strictly commission. I u/uni ccai r WILLIAM GHORMLEY, pnuuiooinu WnlJI PAllI r RECEIVER AND SHIPPER OF FRESH CUT FLOWERS. DAILY STOCK Of Alt Ij 11 ill|l| | U U I U ll ■■■'*'""*'■■"■■ THE CHOICEST VARIETIES FROM BEST GROWERS WHO SHIP TO NEW YORK. W Wllllll I W W I W II ORCHIDS, ROSES, CARNATIONS, VALLEY. Largest receiver of VIOLETS in America Tslaphono 2200 Madison Square, 57 WEST 28th STREET, NEW YORK CITY. i JOHN YOUNG Special American Beauties, Surpassing Carnations, Violets, Lily of the Valley, Orchids, and all Seasonable Flowers. 51 West 28th St., NEW TOBK. Tel. 1905 Madison Sq. THE RECOCNIZED HEADQUARTERS IN NEW YORK CITY FOR Violets and Carnations GROWERS and BUYERS make a note of this. It will be to your advantage. WM. H. GUNTHER, 30 West 29th St., New York. Telephone 551 Madison Square. FRANK MILLANG, CUT FLOWERS, WHOLESALE COiHIMISSION, 408 E. 34th Street, Cut Flower Exchange. NEW YORK. Telephone S99 Madigon Square. ESTABLISHED 1872, JOHN J. PERKINS, COMMISSION FLORIST, Solicits Consignments or Shipping Orders. Satisfaction given in both. Write lor Terms. 115 West 30th St., New York. POPULAR WITn TMK TR'\DE. Therefore a profitable place to send your Flowers. M. a. HART'S, 48 West SOth St., New Y ork City. Telephone 325 Madison Square. Choice Carnations. Selected Roses. Traendly&Schenck NEV YORK CITY, 38 W. 28th Street, Cut Flower Exchange. New Telephone No. 798 Jk 798 Madison Sq. Wbol^ale flower/arl^fe Nsw YOKK, Jaa. 29 Boses, Beauty, select 40.00@60.00 " " medium 10.00@30.00 " " ouUs 1.00@3.00 " Bridesmaid, Bride, Meteor 2 0[@ 6 00 " " " extra. 8 00@15.00 " Liberty 2.00® 5.00 " Liberty special 8.no@20.00 Carnations 1.50® 2.50 Carnations, specialties 4 00® 5.00 Violets 30® 75 Lily of the valley 1.50® 2.5') " " special 3.00® 4 00 Roman hyacinths 75@ l.BO Paper White narcissi, Freesia 1 .0C@ 1.60 Yellow narcissi 2. CO® 3 00 Callas 10,00 Sweet Peas 1 .00 Tulips, single 2 00® 3.00 •' double 4 0C(« 5 00 Lilac, per bunch 1.00 darrisii lilies 10 . 0C@ 15 .00 Cattleyas 10.00@40.00 Mignonette 2.(0® 6.00 Smilai 10.00®13.00 Asparagus 25 . 00@50. 00 " Sprengeri, per doz. bun. 2.00®3.00 Adiantum 75@1 CO GHAS. MILLANG, 50 W. 29th St , -NEW YORK. FORD BROS. Receivers and Shippers of FRESH FLOWERS. Best Violets in New York market. Ill West 30th St.. NEW YORK. Telephone 157 Madison Square. Julius Lang B3 Weal BOtb Street, NEW YORK. Refbesents the Best Gbowers of ROSES, CARNATIONS, VALLEY. Telbphokk 280 Madison SQCjaaE. ALEX. J. GUTTIIIAN, Wholesale Commission Florist, A full supply dally of the choicest New York and New Jersey FLOWERS. 62 W. 29th Street, NEW YORK CITY. Telephone 1738 Madison Square. LIMPRECHT FLORIST SUPPLY COMPANY. WHOLESALE Commission FLORISTS and FLORISTS' SUPPLIES. Also all klads of Greeas for Decoratloaa. 119 West 30th Street, IVFU/ VnOk Telephone 1438 Madison Square. l»l-»» IUK». ConslgnmentB Solicited. fl. w. immm, Wholesale Commission Florist, BEST FIOWEKS SHIPPED AT LOWEST NEW YOKK PRICES. 18 Boarum Place, Brooklyn, N. Y. Telephone 939 Main. Now in Season : FREESIAS, DAFFODILS, TULIPS, LILAC. SWEET PEAS and ACACIA. EDW. C. HORAN. 47 WEST 28th ST., Tel. 421 Madison Square, NEW YORK. CUT FLOWERS AI WHOLESALE. All Roses, Violets 18 The American Florist. Feb. /, The gEEb Imxs^. AMERICAN SEED TRADE ASSOCIATION. J. E. NoRTHRUP, Pres.; S. F. Leonard, Vloe- Pres.; S. F. WiLLiRD, Wethersfleld, Conn., Seo'y and Treas. Twentieth annual convention. Twin Cities, Minn., June, 1902. Cane seed appears to be in brisk demand. VisiTBD Chicago:— A. T. Boddington, New York; A.J.Brown, Grand Rapids, Mich.; A. Haven, South Haven, Mich.; C. H. Coy, Boston. Sturgeon Bay, Wis.— A deal was closed last week whereby a new seed warehouse 40x100 feet, for the Goodwin, Harries Co., is to be constructed. It is reported that a prominent Michi- gan pea grower has sold to a large seed house in the same state a part of his pea seed stock, the consideration being $20,000 cash. The sharp frosts of December cut the growing plants of callas and freesias in southern California, but both are now making good growth and probably are not seriously hurt, thoughthe lattermay suffer some. More anxiety is felt at pres- ent as to the effects of the drought on these two crops. If the rains do not come within two weeks, the conditions will be serious. Waterloo, Neb — C. H. Coy, of Mel- rose, Mass., son of E. L. Coy, the origin- ator of the Beauty of Hebron potato, has entered the firm of Chauncey P. Coy & Son, which has purchased a tract of land along the Union Pacific tracks at Valley, two and one half miles west of Waterloo, upon which a cleaning ware- house and picking rooms for seed corn vrill be built in spring. C H. Coy will be particularly identified with this estab- lishment, which is to be conducted entirely separate from the Waterloo busi- ness. Santa Clara, Cal. Articles of incorporation of J. M. Kim- berlin & Company were filed in the ofiice of the county clerk, January 14. The board of directors is composed of J- M. Kimberlin, Katherine E. Kimberlin, Imogene T. Roadhouse, O. B. Kimberlin, May V. Rankin, C. R. Kimberlin, L. M. Kimberlin, H. V. Kimberlin and Mary A. Sanders. The capital stock is fixed at $100,000, all of which has been sub- scribed. J. M. Kimberlin has subscribed 9,430 shares of the parvalueof $10 each, and Katherine E. Kimberlin has sub- scribed 500 shares, the other directors subscribing ten shares each. Mr. and Mrs. J. M. Kimberlin cele- brated their golden wedding January 8. J. M. Kimberlin has had a slight stroke of paralysis. Seed Peas. A writer in the Gardeners' Chronicle in explaining the short crop of this sea- son says: "Early peas for seed are always grown on light land to preserve their precocity, and it was the light lands which suffered so severely from the drought. To sow early peas in heavy land is to throw the stock back in the point of earliness and also to increase the height of the growth. Early peas rapidly deteriorate in regard to these particulars when grown on retarding land." He further says: "Some new peas show a tendency to improve tinder cultivation, and perhaps more particu- larly some of the varieties bearing the name Laxton. Gradus is a case in point, and it is found to be showing improvement as a cropping pea — as a seed merchant said the other day: 'Gra- dus is working up a constitution of its own.' This might be said of all crosses made by Laxton; the main aim has been to produce dark green pods. Whether rightly or wrongly, superior flavor is associated in the minds of many with a deep green pod; and in order to produce the desired color, probably some amount of breeding in-and-in has had to be resorted to to secure this end, hence some constitutional debility. Green podded peas no doubt have the prefer- ence In the estimation of the market dealer. Other peas than Gradus are doubtless going through the same course of improvement by cultivation, while some rapidly fall away and are lost." Washington. The Henry Phillips Seed and Implement Company has been awarded two supple- mentary seed contracts since receiving the original. The last contract awarded is lor some 10,000 packages of lawn grass seed, which will be filled at the Toledo, Ohio, warehouses of the com- pany. A large force is employed on the original contract and the work is going along satisfactorily under the direction of B. T. Galloway, chief of the bureau of plant industry. James Morrison has charge of the distribution and, with several assistants, looks after the interests of the government. About 1 300,000 packages, each containing five kinds of seeds, have already been distributed. Samples of all the seeds are tested at the seed laboratory of the department, which is in charge of A. T- Pieters. The contractors have been relieved of packing cotton, tobacco, forage crops and grass seeds, which are handled by the department force under the bureau of plant industry and distributed with due regard to the requirements of the different states. A pamphlet giving cultural directions is enclosed with each lot of seeds. Ten machines have been installed by the Brown Bag-Filling Machine Co., of Fitchburg, Mass. All the machinery is operated by electric motors. Thos. T. Wade, who has retired from the floral business, is now in the employ of the department, having charge of the seed mailing. W. T. Phillips is superintending the packing for the contractors. G. Catalogues Received. Wm. Elliott & Sons, New York, whole- sale and retail seeds; Weeher& Don, New York, seeds and plants; Kroeschell Bros. Co., Chicago, boilers; William Swayne, Kennett Square. Pa., plants; Arthur Cowee, Berlin, N. Y., gladioli; W. S. Nichol, Barrington Center, R. I., carna- tions; Schlegel & Fottler Co., Boston, Mass., wholesale and retail seeds; T. W. Wood & Sons, Richmond, Va., seeds; Alexander Seed Co., Augusta, Ga., seeds; W. Atlee Burpee & Co., Philadelphia, Pa., seeds; Barteldes & Co., Denver, Colo., seeds; J. M. Thorburn & Co., New York, seeds; The Conard & Jones Co., West Grove, Pa., plants and seeds; R. & J. Farquhar & Co., Boston, Mass., seeds; James Vick's Sons, Rochester, N. \'., seeds; E. Hippard, Youngstown, C, ventilators; E Smith & Sons, Geneva, N Y., fruits, trees and shrubs; Henry F. Michell, Philadelphia, Pa., wholesale and retail seeds; Friedr. C. Pomrencke, Altona, Hamburg, Germany, seeds. Plymouth, Pa. — Wm. G. Nelson is building another house 16x132, taking advantage of the decline in the price of glass. He hopes to have the new house completed and ready for stock for springy NEW CROP ASTER, SALVIA and MAMMOTH VERBENA. ' Per Trade Pkt. PerOz. .A.STB;ie— Queen of tlie Market, mixed (hi oz.) $ .16 $ .fO " *' white, blue, rose and crimson [m o'/..) .20 .60 " Victoria, pink, blue, white and scarlet 20 1.00 " " mixed 2J .75 " Semple's Branching, all the separate shades mixed (M oz ) .20 .75 mixed («oz.) .2i) .60 " Comet or Plume, all the separate shades 20 1.00 " " " mixed ■ 15 .75 " Imported Pseony- Flowered, all separate shades 20 1.25 mixed 20 1.00 »AJL,^VI.A. ®I»j:,E;i«I>B;iWS-(Soarlet Sage) 20 I.OO Clara Bedman or Bonfire. -H oz. 40c. 2.00 Silver Spot '» oz. 50c. 3.00 ■VEI«:^'B1V.A.— J. .V S. Mammoth Mixed (ISoOseeds) .23 I.OO SWEET JE»E A.e*- Choice. large-flowerinK, mixed, oz. 6o; '4 lb. lOj; lb. 30c; 5 lbs. $l.2>. JOHNSON & STOKES, 217-219 Market Stroet, Philadelphia, Pa. ASPARAGUS SEED. tiealthy vigorous seed. Our stock is entirely free from the rust so prevalent in the North and West. We are headquarters for this seed and can quote special low prices in large lots. We can also offer OKRA, MUSTARD, COLLARDS, and other Southern Spe- cialties to advantage. Write for prices. T. W. Wood & Sons SEEDSMEN, RICHMOND, VA. OpCnP ASTER, large white Hranchlng, HOC oz.; uLLUO St'Uiple'sBranchiDg.shi!!! pink. OOo oz. ; Tall, all colors, choice mixed. 50c oz. RICINUS, choice mixture, 5Cc lb. SWEET PEAS, choice iiixd. 25c lb. Peas and Ricinus hv expri'ss onlv. Cash with order. MRS ISRAEL FRANTZ. BuntlUellvery No. 1. Sprliinlliild, O. EXTRA CHOICE FLOWER SEEDS.:! LlHt free on lippllfiitloii, ( i FRED. ROEMER. Seed Grower, ' OiUMllhiliiirK;, ti«Tin»ny. i i TELEGBAFH CODE or THl AM. SEED TRADE ASSOCIATION •a.oo. In altbar itlS or BaxI ble oorer. iUiDRiSB obdibi to AMERICAN FLORIST CO.. CHICASO. tgo2. The American Florist. 19 DREER'S SUMMER FLOWERING BULBS. TUBEROUS ROOTED BEGONIAS-Single Flowered. White, Crimson, Scarlet, Pink, White and Yellow, 40o perdoz.; J3per lOO; ISSperlOOO Choicest singles in mixture, 3Sc par doz.; 12.50 per JOO; $23 per lOOO. TUBEROUS ROOTED BEGONIAS-Double Flowering. Scarlet, Rose, White and Yellow, 65c per doz.; $5 per 100: $40 per 1000. Choicest doubles in mixture, 50c per doz; $4 per 100; $35 per lOCO. NEW FRILLED TUBEROUS BEGONIAS. A grand new variety Iringed like a single Petunia, choicest mixture, 25c each, $2.50 per -. doz.; »20per 100. BEDDING TUBEROUS BEGONIA^ DUKE ZEPPELIN This is the intensely bright scarlet small double flowered that attracted so much atten- tion at the Pan-American Exhibition last summer. Fine strong bulbs, 20c each; 82 per doz.; $15 per 100. GLOXINIA CRASSIFOLIA GRANDIFLORA. A choice selected strain, strong, well matured bulbs, Red, White and Blue in separate colors or in choicest mixture, 5Cc. per doz.; $4 per 100; $35.00 per 1000. FANCY LEAVED CALADIUMS. A choice collection of 25 varieties, $1.25 per doz.; $10 per 100. Choice Mixed Varieties, $1 per doz.; $8 per 100. TIGRIDIAS. Conohiflora, Grandiflora Alba, Pavonia Grandiflota, 33c per doz.; $2 per lOO; $15 per 1000 MONTBRETIAS. Six choice varieties, 25c per doz.; $1.75 per lOO; $12.50 per 1000. HENRY A. DREER. FRILLED TUBEROUS BEQCNIA. T14 CHESTNUT ST.. ^f-ase mrntion the American Fin*t5t i/'hen ivrittng PHILADELPHIA. PA. SEED POTATOES. Ai. Sutton's. Ash-leaf, Sharpe's Selected. Ash-leaf, Myatt's. Ash- leaf, Rivers' Royal Ash-leaf, Veitch's. Abundance. Aurora. Beauty of Hebron, Pink. Beauty of Hebron, White. British Lion. Bruce. Burmah Beautv British Queen. Boston Q. Q. Champion. Cigarette. Conquer t. Challenge. Colossal. Drone. Devonian. Duke of Albany, Sharpe's. Duke of York. Duchess of Teci Sharpe's. QUOTATIONS Denbigh Castle, Sharpe's Eightyfold. E*irly Rose. Early Peter, Sharpe's. Elberon. Empress Queen. Express, Sharpe's. Flourball, or Snowball. Farmer's Glory. Future Fame. Carton. Goldfinder. Good Hope. Hammersmith Early. Harbinger, Sutton's. Her Majesty. Ideal, Sutton's. Imperator. TO THE TRADE ON Jeanie Deans. Klondyke. Lady Fife. Main Crop. Magnum Bonum. Ninetyfold, Sutton's. Omega, Sharpe's. Paragon, Sharpe's. Perfection, Sutton's. Puritan. Regent. Ringleader. Ruby Qupen. Reading Hero. Reading Giant. Reading Russet. Redskin Flourball. Schoolmaster. APPLICATIOV. Sandrineham Kidney. Satisfaction. Sir John Llewellyn. Snowflake. Snowdrop. Snowdrift. Saxonia. Sirdar. Sleaford Hero, Sharpe's. Supreme, Sutton's. Triumph, Sutton's. TJp-to-Date. Victoria, Paterson's. Victor, Sharpe"s(Yel'w Fleah) White Elephant. Windsor Castle. York Regent. Etc., Etc., Etc., Etc. CHARLES SHARPE & CO., LTD , SLEAFORD. ENGLAND. ESTABLISHED 1802 SEEDS have been the standard of excellence for a hundred years, and were awarded the GOLD MEDAL both at the Paris Exposition of 19 0 and Pan-American 19:jl. Our Wholesale Price List of Flower Seeds, etc , for Florists, will be mailed on application, and our Trade Price List of Vegetable and Flower Seeds to seed dealers. J.M.THORBURN&CO. (Late of IS John Street) S6 CORTLANDT STREET. NEW YORi B.W.DIRKEN, Oudenbosch, Holland. ORNAMENTAL AND FOREST TREES A SPECIALTY. Conifers, Evergreens, Hollies, Etc jt jt jt Prices on Application. NEW CROP SEEDS!! Asparagus Sprengeri, lOO seed, 40c; 1000, $3 00. Aster Daybreak, finest pink, true stock, yi-oz., 40c ; oz , $2.50. Aster Semple's branching, white, pink,lavender, crimson, purple, 5^-oz.25;oz. JlSO. Aster Vick's branching, pure white, j^-oz., 25c; oz., $1.25. Aster Queen of the Market, white, rose, dark blue, i^-oz., 20c; oz., 75c. Salvia Splendens, Ji-oz , 25c; oz., $1.50. Smilax, per oz., 35c; lb., $3.50. Verbena Mammoth, finest mixed, ^-oz , 25c; oz , $t 00. Other seasonable seeds, also a full line of rooted cuttings of Carnations, Chrysanthemums, Roses, vigorous stock grown by the Lake View Rose Gardens, are fully described in our trade list. ^ WALTER MOTT SEED & BULB CO., JAMESTOWN, N. Y. r ▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼' ELECTROS... ijS. for Catalogue Purposes. WE have a large assortment of strictly high-class halftones of which we can supply electros suitable for catalogue illustration. If you need anything in this way, state y^our re- quirements and we will submit proofs of the illustrations in stock Price for cash onty 15 cents per square Inch. ♦ THE AMERICAN FLORIST CO., 324 Dearborn St.. CHICAGO. I I huiile:-obuwi«, fiite, clean stock; grown cool. Write for Price Lilt. J. B. HEISSj The Exotic nurseries. DAYTON. OHIO. BOBBINK & ATKINS, Plant and Bulb Merchants, RlTHERrORD, N. J. PTease mention the American FUyrisi when wriling* 20 The a merican Florist. Feb. /, The IJ^ursbry TRaEiE. AM. ASSOCIATION OF NURSERYMEN. R. C. Bebckmanb, Pres.; R. J. Coe, Vioe-Pres. jSOBSE C. Seaseb. Rochester. N. Y., Seo'y. Twenty-seventh annual convention, Milwaukee, Wis., June, 1902. Parry's Pomona Nurseries, Parry, N. J., made an assignment January 10 to Joseph L. Thomas. At the forty-seventh annual meeting of the Western New York Horticultural Society, at Rochester, January 22 and 23, the Barry gold medals for new Iruits were presented to Chas. G. Hooker and John Charlton & Sons. One result of the agitation on account of the presence of the San Jose scale in the neighborhood of Worcester, Mass., has been the placing of a large supply of whaleoil soap in Horticultural Hall for the use of the public and the appropria- tion of $1,000 by the Horticultural Society to be used )or the purpose of checking the rayages of the pest. To Improve Rhododendrons. Ed. Am. Florist:— Some years ago I transplanted from a neaiby swamp a lot of wild rhododendrons, probably R. maximum which have thrived wonder- fully. The clumps are so luxuriant that thousands of small seedlings are in sight. If I could only get gorgeous colors they would be a fine sight. Can they be hybridized with the brilliant colored Nepaul species, R. arboreum, or grafted? If so, please to tell me ho w I should go to work. What kind of wood should be used and what kind of graft? What time of year should it be done. M. T. In answer to your letter of inquiry about Rhododendron maximum and its improvement by crossing with other species, they can possibly be improved and made as brilliant as the Catawbiense variety, but the process is a slow one and will require years of patient labor, and many failures will come before the end is obtained. There are, I believe, a few hybrids of R. maximum, but not many. Why it has not been used as much as Catawbiense I cannot say, unless that it blooms much later than the other species. Charles Sander, of Prof. Sar- gent's, has been working on it for several years, but I believe his crosses have not yet bloomed. I have a few three years old, but none has bloomed as yet. The proper way to go to work about hybridizing would be to pot up some good blooming plants of R. maximum and start them under glass three or four weeks ahead of the otner species, so as to have them both in bloom at the same time. Maximum being the one used for the mother plant, should have all the sta- mens removed as fast as the fiowersopen and before the pollen opens. It should then be covered with gauze so that it will not beimpregnated withanyotherspecies than the one desired. If thereis no other species or variety near, this would be unnecessary. As soon as the stigma is ready for the pollen, take the pollen of the plant to be used as the pollen parent and cover the stigma by dusting it over with a camel's hair brush or otherwise. Be sure this is done when the air of the house is dry and warm, so as to help scatter the pollen grains. Be sure the pollen docs not get wet or the result will be unsatisfactory. Be sure and make a record ofthe varieties used for future refer- ence. When the seed is ripe prepare some well drained pans or pots and fill them with light, sandy, peaty soil. Having pressed firmly and watered with a fine rose, sow the seeds on the surface and cover with the slightest possible cover of earth. Over this put sphagnum moss or paper. To keep the soil moist very careful watering is necessary, as the seeds, being so small, are easily displaced. I, myself, usually fill up the pans orboxes as I have described, cover the whole with fine chopped sphagnum, and sow the seeds of this class of plants on the sphagnum. This way requires no covering and they are less liable to damp off than when sown on the surface of the soil. The pots should then be placed in a warm house, 60° to 65°. If everything is all right the plants should appear in a few weeks. As soon as the first rough leaf appears the young plants should be pricked off in well drained pans or boxes, using the same kind of soil as in the seed pans. As soon as pricked off water with a fine rose to settle the earth around them. Grow them on as rapidly as possible and as the plants begin to touch each other trans- plant into fresh pans, using a little coarse soil each time. Keep the air ofthe house they are grown in moist and warm. If they have been properly attended to, by the first of September the plants should be from an inch to one and one-half inches high. Then more air should be given the plants and less moisture. Gradually hardened off, remove them to an open frame or a cool house. Winter the first season in a cool pit or cellar and the following spring plant out in a well prepared bed, where they can be shaded if necessary during extreme weather. A syringing every evening during hot weather this first season will greatly help them. After that ordinary culture will be sufficient. Rhododendron maximum makes a good stock to graft other rhododendrons on. For grafting the stocks should be potted in spring and plunged outside in beds of soil on coal ashes. This keeps the roots much cooler than if exposed on the surface. The plants can be grafted in close frames in the house from August to September and from December to March. Side or veneer grafts are usually used. The best wood to use is the new, half ripened growth for summer grafting and the same ripened growths for winter. After grafting the plants are laid on their sides in a close frame and kept very close for the first two weeks. After that a little air can be given each day. From six to eight weeks is the time required for the graft to get well knit. As soon as the grafts knit the plants can be set in the body of the house and grown on as other plants. At the approach of cold weather they can be stored in cold pits or cellars until planting time, when they can be planted out and treated the same as the other young plants. Plants with wood about as thick as a lead pencil are best for grafting but somewhat larger can be used. Jackson Dawson. Dover, Del.— John Parsons, for many years in charge of the decorative planting on the Delaware division of the Pennsyl- vania railroad, died January 24, aged 65 years. Nazareth, Pa. — George R. Geiger is in the midst of a season of prosperity and is planning to increase his facilities for next season by the addition of 7,000 feet of glass to his range. Brighton, Mass.— W. H. Elliott, the well known rose and asparagus grower, has by far the largest greenhouse in the country well along loward completion. The dimensions are 54x800 feet. New York.— Henry W. Gibbons has severed his connection with the firm at Bloomsburg, Pa., which bore his name, and will continue in business on his own account at his old address, 136 Liberty street, St. Louis, Mo. — Charles Connon, an old-time florist of this city, resident of Webster Grove, died January 25 and was buried on the 28th inst. A large delega- tion, representing the St. Louis Florists' Club attended the funeral. Choicest Fruit and Ornamental Trees. Shrubs, Plants, Bulbs, Seedj. 40 Acres Hardy Roses. 44 Qreenhouses of Palms, Everblooming Roses. Ficus, Ferns, Etc. Correspoodenca solicited. Catalogue Free. 47 Years, looo Acres. THE STORRS & HARRISON CO., Painesville. O. Park Architects and Dealers will find whatever they want in the Holland Nurseries, DeBilt near Utrecht SPECIALTIES ARE : Conifers. Evergreens, .Hardy Shrubs, Lilacs, Ornamental Trees, Fruit Trees in different forms, Azaleas, Rhododendron Ponticum and Hybridum. Please send list of your wants and write for general catalogue. We will make you special offers. Write to GROENEWEGEN & ZOON, l>e liilt. ii»ar Utrerht, Uollund. rA Send to THE MOON For j Trees, Shrubs, Vines Your I and Small Fruits. Descriptive illiistnited ChIiUobuo l''ri c. THB WM. H. MOON CO- Morrisville, Pa. Fruit Trees* Small PrultSf Ornamental Trees, Evergreens »"a Shrubs* Shade Trees* Hardy Roses* Hardy Plants, cumbers,'"- . I'"-|iMi..« ii>"New Hardy Yel- low Rose, Colden Sun o-'-^'i J"-) "...i beuuiiiiii New Cut leaved Elder. DeHiTlptln- Ttihilogiie (IMitliui tllni) with onloro.l IliUHlrailou of ilic li.w Itu-.!.- iiiul l-:i.Jfr .m rfqiii-.t- Ellwanger & Barry nu llnpc NurHorlcH* ROCUEBTER, M.T. KHtalillHhrtl over GO jOErt* Moatloo tbl* publlMtloD. fi^i^t^^K-^-: '^XSIfl^- GRAPE VINES Cnrrant«, (Sooflchrrrlrii, ISIack- ^ Ix-rrlcs, KfiH|il>rrrlrH, N t r a w- lif^rrlra. Vr\rv J, 1st, FKKK. .S(-inl 3o HMnp fitr lllintrm.'.l tlpsorlinivi' ratnloR. T. S. HUBBARD CO. Fredonia, N. Y. igo2. The American Florist. 21 New Crop Flower Seeds for Present Sowing. ASPARAGUS SPREN6ERI-Ne\v seed. ICO ieeds, 30o; 1000 seeds, $2.U0. ASPARAGUS DECUMBENS-100 seeds. «l.25. BRANCHING, or SEMPLE ASTER. White, M oz., 25c; oz., 80o; trade pkt., 2'c, Purpla, % oz., 25c: oz., 85c; trade pkt, Ifc. Lavender, % oz.. 30c; oz., SMO; trade pkt , 25c. Aed, M oz., 25c; oz., $1.(0: trade pkt., 10c. fink (Daybreak), M oz., 2dc; oz., $1 00; trade pkt., 10c. One trade packet of each of the above five colors for 50c.. Branching Aster, mixed, oz., 85c; M oz., 25c: trade ukt. . Re. ASTER, Queen of tha Earliest. — White, the earliest of all. Trade pkt , 10c; Ji oz., 3l'c. THE "CARLSON" ASTER.-White, pink, laven- der, each, trade pkt., ^iSc. eROWALLIA Speclosa Mafor. Trade pkt.. 25c. CANDYTUFT, New Giant Hyacinth-Flowered.— This improved new strain is far superior to that well-known kind. Empress, heretofore the beat of its class. The flower-heads are of immense size, six inches long and about three inches across, resembling a Dutch Hyacinth. They are pure white, and furnish excellent maierial lor cutting. Oz. 30c; pkt., 10c. CENTAUREA Candiditslma (Dusty Miller), 1000 seeds, 25c; oz., 81.00. Gymnocarpa. Traae pkt., 10c; oz., 4Uc. VAIGHAN'S INTERNATIONAL PANSILS. THB WORLD'S BEST. This is a combina'ion of as many separate colors, types, blendiDgs and unique kinds as can be found in the world. It has been made up and sold by us for twelve years; it Is the best general mixture i Oz., 60c; trade Pkt., 25c. .40 2.50 2.00 1.00 1.25 1.75 1.00 1.00 SWEET PEAS. TEN PER CEMT DISCOUNT FOR CASH WITH ORDER AMOUNTINa TO TWO DOLLARS OR OVER. Mlb. $ .10 10 10 KATHERiNE fRACY 10 30 40 lb. BUNCHE FERRY, extra early COUNTESS OF RADNOR EMILY HENDERSON NAVY BLUE, oz. 10c MONT BLANC, oz. ISc .25 .30 .30 .25 1.00 1.50 CHICAGO 84-86 Randolph St. VAUGHAN'S SEED STORE .. NEW YORK Barclay Street. BEGONIfl GLOIRE DE LORRAII^E, 2X^-Inch pots, $15.00 per 100. Write for prices on large lots. Stock guaranteed absolutely free from disease. THOMAS ROLAND, Nahant, Mass. SPECIALTIES In Best Varieties Prices Low. Send for List. WOOD BROTHERS, Fistikill. N. Y. Crimson Rambler Roses $J0, $12 and $J5 per 100. Field-grown plants, just the kind for forcing. The Conard & iones Co, west Grove. Pa. ROSESj from 3-inch pots, CARNATIONS, for all deuvery, CHRYSANTHEMUMS, SMILAX. VIOLETS. Roses Brid^^s Maids and Golr'.er. , Gales. 2'/i-iDch stock in dnd conditiou. $2.*25 ^er 100, Ji8 per 1000. Ready for dtiivery Feb. 15. West View Floral Co. Knigiititown, Ind THease mention the A merican Floftst ivhe-n writing There Are Buyers For all kinds of good stock advertised in THE MERICIN FLORIST CANNAS Dormant" roots, 2. 3 or m b r e eyes. Chas. Henderson. Burhank," .Vustria 118.00 per 10 0: $!.(.0 per 100. Paul Marquandt, Mme. Crozy, A. Buuvier, Q,ueen Charlotte. Mme. IJorchard, 820 per lOOU; $2.5U per lOj. Duke of Marlboro. Black Prince, new, J3per 100. Martha Washington, true pink. new. »4 per 100. Other kinds cheap. Cash please. SHBLLROAD QREENHOUSE CO., QRANae P. O., B*LTIMORb, MD, VINCA VARIEGATA Rooted cuttings, well root- ed, $1 per 10j;»7.5iJperlotO. FORGET-ME-NOT, irui' winter llowenng. out of 2i4-in. pois, $2.uu per ino; JIp.i 0 piT lOOO. J. C. SCHMIDT, Bristol, Pa. Rhododendrons "in." Choice plants .6 to 10 in.. Too per 10; $i 00 per 100 •' 12 to 18-in.. JI.5' per 10; 1150perl00 Special prices on lar;^e lots. Cash witD first order. J. N. PRITCHARD, Elk Park, N. C. 500,000 VERBENAS. 60 finest named varieties, including our NEW MAMMOTH WHITE. "MRS. McKINLEY." The finest white verbena grown; perfectly healthy; free from disease. Rooted cuttings, 60c per 100; $5 00 per 1000. Plants, $3.50 per lOO; $20.(0 per 1000. Our list is the choice of millions of seedlings. Send for circular. J. L. DILLON, BLOOMSBURG. Pa. Boston Ferns Fine, strong, youoe plants, $3.00 per 100; $27.50 per [000. Extra strona plants from 3 inch pots, JH.OO p;r 100; $76.00 per lOOJ. Edwin Lonsdale, ^rsTnTHin. Pa. Dahlias Mrs. Winters THE WORLD'S BEST WHITE DAHLIA. Novelties and Stand- ard varieties. ISyrs'. experience and have failed of no prize competed for. See my catalogue before placing your order. Also fine field-grown Hollyhocks at $-2. .50 per 100. Cannas, P;vonias and Hardy Plants. Cheap mix- tures are dear; get the best. W. W. WILMORE, The Dahlia Specialist, Box 382. DENVER. COLO. Cyclamens PERSICUM SPLENDENS GIGANTEUM. finest strain in the world, in four colors, line planis in bud and bloom, from 3!4-inch pots. $1.00 per doz , $8.00 per 100; from 4-inch pots, $10 00 per 10'. seediingsof same now ready, transplanted from flats, $3.00 per 100, $25 p-r 10.0. PAUL MADER, East Stroudsburg, Pa. Please mpufin-n thp A mencan Floyist -ujhen 7ir>~itinZ' SHIPPING UBELS s -Cut Flowers Printed in two colors on gummed paper; your card, etc., In black and leaf adopted by the S. A. F. in red. Very attractive. Price per 500, $2.85; per 1000, t4.5a Send tor samples UfCIRO or litis UAf, POSTPAID, SI.2JI. American Florist Co., CHICAGO. 22 The American Florist. Eeb. I, Our pasTiMEs, AnnouncementB ol coming contests or other events of interest to our bowling, shooting and cycling readers are solicited and will be given place in this column. Address all correspondence for this department to Wm. J. Stewart, 79 Milk St., Boston, Mass.; Robt. Kift, 1725 Chestnut St., Philadelphia, Pa.; or to the American Florist Co., 324 Dearborn St., Chicago, 111. At New York. Monday evening saw a full dozen enthusiasts on the bowling alleys and no less than eight games were rolled before they had had enough. Scores were varied, some phenomenally big, some phenomenally little, but all who were there had a good time. At Uiica. The following is the score made by the members of the Utica Florists' Bowling Club on the evening of January 26: Player 1st 2d 3d 4th Av Baker ..119 174 156 139 147 Wilcox 116 16'i 121 137 13.5 Death 136 116 134 88 119 McGowan HI 94 IIU 133 112 Williams 91 106 134 111 110 McLane 93 103 li8 120 106 S. Chicago Visits Milwaukee. A party of eighteen Chicago florists, members of the bowling club and their friends, visited Milwaukee on Saturday evening, January 25, and had a rousing time, as they always do in the Cream City. The bowling was at the Plankin- ton House and after the smoke of battle had cleared away it was found that the hosts had graciously refrained from piling up too large scores to incommode their guests. Everybody then marched to the annual Brewers' Ball, with music by the "Landerbach band" playing "There'll be a Hot Time," and there was. Following is the score made on the alleys: MILWAUKEE. CHICAGO. PollTvorth 15) 161 Asmus 139 179 Kennedy 131 136 Degnan 178 166 Zweifel 160 128 Hauswirth 189 144 Edlefnen 154 147 Balluff 188 182 llolton 1.50 175 Hunt 163 127 Klokner Ii6 144 Lambros 17.i 141 Ilunkel 156 161 Schmii/. 131 147 Sylvester 182 163 Winterson 162 19J Total 1238 1215 Total. .13;0 1276 At Chicago. The following is the record of the regu- lar Tuesday night contest on Chicago alleys. January 28: All Stars 1st 2d 3d T'l Chas. lialluff 134 159 187 480 Clifford Pruner 134 129 1^3 416 Wa ter Kreitlinj,' 152 101 140 39i .T.A.Evans 92 121 89 302 G.L.Grant 129 132 114 405 Total 641 612 713 1996 Wholxsalebs 1st 2d 3d T'l Jos. Foersti'r 192 165 181 .538 Ed. Benthey Ill 141 181 433 H CoBtswO'tn 1.52 135 108 395 Jno. Sterrett 157 1.57 141 4.55 E. F. WinUTson.. 141 180 165 48i Total 753 778 we 2307 RETAiLsns 1st 2d ?d T'l P. .1. llauswirUi 21-! 157 147 516 .1. HuBljiier 179 150 148 4!7 .John Lambros 165 118 165 4 6 Ed. llauswinh 151 15! 139 442 Geo.Asmus U9 168 1K| 488 Total 810 743 78)2369 Gbowebs 1st 2d 3d T'l Geo. .Stollery 171 160 172 518 i-ri-d. Stollery 175 155 1.59 489 F. Matte 166 162 119 4!7 <'ha» lluuhes 155 165 162 48> C. Schafer 136 167 143 446 Total 803 809 785 2397 CHICAGO AND MILWAUKEE FLORISTS EN MASQUE FOR THE BREWERS BALL. At Denver. Following are the scores rolled by the Denver Florists' Club, January, 21, 1902: Plaver. 1st 2d 3d Av Phil Scott 187 154 157 166 Chas.Mauff 109 148 189 149 John Berrv 163 136 141 147 X.O.Benson 166 126 137 143 RobertKurih 122 123 139 128 .T.A.Valentine 107 111 140 119 EmilGlauber 112 126 111 113 Chas. Theiss 130 91 111 112 The following is the score rolled Tues- day evening, January 28. Plaver 1st 2d 3d Av A. E.'Mauff 147 201 183 177 N. A. Benson 147 149 156 151 .Tc.hn lifrrv 148 1(8 143 150 L. .1. Hfviiolds 11 176 148 Robert kurth 139 146 1.59 148 .T, A. Valentine 120 176 139 145 Chas. Theiss 116 126 170 137 PhilSuott 137 133 135 Fred. Watson 139 106 108 118 EmilGlauber 118 127 105 117 Beu. Boldt 81 111 104 10() F. W. At Jamestown, N. Y. The bowlers rolled the first of their series of "trophy" matches January 23, the rose growers winning out by the fol- lowing score: CARNATION GROWERQ. Player Ist 2d 3d T'l Cap. rtermon 152 152 13) 424 J. L\don 102 112 131 348 A. Wasson 119 111 120 :«) J. Eiden 81 81 134 296 A. Scott 142 125 160 4'27 F. Guntoi 101 105 i:i9 315 Total 697 686 817 2-200 ROSE SBOWEKS. Player 1st 2d 3d T'l Capt. B ooks IC3 140 146 :!89 Wm. Coyne 113 177 165 455 C. GuntOQ 114 147 131 895 E. Bowver 103 167 139 409 M. McCue 143 121 126 ;f90 S CirUon 169 101 9! 362 Total 715 853 80 J 2400 w. Toronto. SBVBRB WINTER WE4.THBR MAKHS AN IMPRESSION ONTRADB. — SUP PLIES SHORT EXCEPT VIOLBTS AND CARMATIONS. — AT THE CLUE), — VABIOUS NOTHS The prevailing cold weather ia having its effect on trade, but as this sort of temperature does not produce roses in quantity they are still in demand at top notch priccp. Carnations are plentiful and good and bulbous stock is cominj; in heavily. Asparajjus plomosus is the scarce article. Violet day was almost a failure and large quantities were l^'ft over. The heaviest snowstorm tor twenty-five years raged all day aiul traffic was suspended. This storm caused considerable damage to the greenhouses in this vicinity. One hoase at Lampton collapsed and in many others the bars were sprung so much that they had to be propped up. Installation night at the club brought out the largest attendance we have had for many a day. Our new president, Jno. Chambers, manipulated the gavel with a master hand and business, mostly pertaining to a spring show to be held about Easter, went through with aruih. Walter Muston was presented wi:h a silver water service which, by his well selected words and happy countenance, we knew was appreciated. After the usual routine cards were indulged in and the refreshments under Geo. Mills' direc- tion proved most palatable. On January 27 Lancelot Dunn, a florist of St. Catharines, died at his home, of pneumonia, after a short illness. Deceased was born in Newcastleon-Tyne and came to this country in 1861. He was 53 years of age and leaves a wife, two sons and five daughters. The secretary of the Horticultural Society has sent notices that an informal carnation meeting will be held at Dale's, Brampton, on February 4. Those who intend visiting are requested to bring a few blooms to compare notes. Jno H. Dunlop has a sport of Lawson carnation, a beautiful shade of pink, a little darker than Morning Glory, with all the growing habits of the parent flower. H. G. D. Jgggggggggggggggggggfe Circulation which Circulates The actual paid circulation of the American Florist is, we believe, the largest in its class. The contents are of real present value and are preserved for reference. Advertisers who use regularly our columns estab- lish permanent business with the best trade in the United States. 5gggggggggggggggggggggg3S» jgo2. The American Florist. 23 Everything For Florists. GUT FLOWERS, SUPPLIES, SEEDS, BULBS AND ALL REQUISITES. Just Received, fine lot of JAPANESE FERN BALLS, '^^^^^^^'iggf * * Send for Complete Catalogue. McKELLAR & WINTERSON 454749 Wabash Ave. CH ICAGO. Telephone Main 1129. KENNICOTT BROS. COMPANY Wholesale Commission Florists and Dealers in ail Kinds of Florists' Supplies. 42 and 44 E. Randolph St., -^^^^CHlCaOO. American Beauties. Carnations. Vailey. LEO. NIESSEN, Wholesale Florist. N.W. Cor. FiM& 13th St„ Philadelphia. COMMISSIONS CARRIED OUT in LONDON or any part of Great Britain. Messrs. WILLS & SEGAR will attend to any commission from American florists for the supply of Cut Flowers, Binhday Flowers, Bouquets, High Class Floral Designs, etc., to their clients who may be traveling in England. U/ll I C 9. CCRAD Court Florists to His niLLO Ob OLUnn, majesty, The King. ROYAL EXOTIC Nursery. Telesbams, Onslow Crescent, South Kensington, Flosculo, London. LONDON. ENGLAND. CARNATIONS All well rooted; roust get them out of sand; down goes the price. Now is >our rhance to get strong rooted cuttings to make good plants for next summer. QUEEN LOUISE, 14.00 per lOJ; $35 per lOCO. PLOEA HILL 1 DAYBREAK CRANE I J, o- ,gp. crockeI.::::;:::::: :::: i »!«■<» p" 'c<»- LIPPINCOTT MACEO J ^e^" Write for price list on large orders. Cash with order. MERCER FLORAL CO., Trenton, N.J. ,.If yonr.. Business Methods are right yon can make a profit on an adTert<«eiTiM,t >.•»■•. PREPARE FOR THE GREAT NEW YORK FLOWER SHOW October 30 to November 6, at the MADISON SQUARE GARDEN. CHRYSANTHENIJIVI SCHEDULE. Three bush plants, distinct $100.00 One specimen pink, bush plant 25.00 " white, bush plant 25.00 " yellow, bush plant 25.00 To be grown in pots not to exceed 14 inches, not less than one inch oT stem to show above surface. One standard, any color, length of stem not less than three feet six inches 25.ro One plant grafted with different varietiPB. . 25.00 Group of Chrysanthemum plants covering JGO square feet, foliage plants to be used for border effect $50 $25 Twenty- five single stem plants, assorted. 15 10 CUT BLOOMS, White. 12Timolhy Eaton $8 J4 12 Merza 8 4 12 Mrs Henry Robinson 8 4 12 Mrs. H. H. Weeks 8 4 12 Any other While 8 4 PINK. 12 Mrs. Barclay 8 4 12 Viviand-Morel 8 4 12 Mrs. Combi'S 8 4 12Mr8. Perrin 8 4 8 4 YELLOW. 12 Colonel D. Appleton $8 12 Mrtjor Bon nation 8 12 Jeannie Falconer 8 12 Mme Carnot 8 12 Any other Yellow 8 CRIMSON. 12 George W. Childs B 12 Malcolm L.amond 8 12 Mrs. A. J Drexel % 12 Tom Carringlon 8 12 Anv other Crimson 8 12 Bronze any variety 8 12 Blush Pink 8 25 White any variety 15 25 Yellow any variety 15 25 Pink any variety 15 25 Crimson any variety 15 12 Any other Color 15 Collection of Ostrich Plume varieties 10 Collection of Anemone varieties 10 Collection of Pompon varieties 10 Twenty blooms in one Vase arranged for effect, Palms, Ferns or other foliage may be used 15 Thirty-six blooms, 6 varieties, 6 of each. . . 25 Sixty blooms, 6 of each, Silver Cup, value $50. 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 )0 10 10 10 10 5 5 a 12 Any other Pink. The New York Florists' Club will pav SlOO 00 for the best plan of the floor space of the Madison Square Garden, showing novelty of design. Plans not accepted, to be returned. All plans submitted to include approximate cost of material suggested. Ground plan can be obtained on application. Full Schedule of premiums mailed on application JOHN YOUNG, Secretary, 51 West 28th Street, NEW YORK. 24: The American Florist. Feb. I, Cincinaali. TEADB BRISK AND GOOD STOCK CLEANED DP WELL. — NOTES OF VARIOUS MATTERS OF LOCAL INTBREST. Business at the present writing is all that can be asked. There is a nice lot of stock coming in, meeting a ready demand. Roses sell from S4 to $12 and there are none left after the day's business is over. Fancy carnations seem to be moving a little better this week than last and sell at from $3 to $5. Nice lily ol the valley and tulips are also being ofiered in quan- tity. Violets are moving a little better than at last report and also Romans and narcissi. Harrisii and calla lilies are coming in more abundantly and sell at sight. A smooth individual came into the store ot A. Sunderbruch's Sons one day last week and passed himself off as Mr. Bates, a well-to-do resident of one of our suburbs. He ordered two dozen roses for $4 and had them sent to the residence of Mr. Bates, tenderingacheck for $15 in payment for same. Mr. Foster accepted the check and gave $11 in change. Has carnation rust made its appear- ance again? The writer has seen a lot of carnations from one of our crack grow- ers which were literally covered with rust. It is the first I have seen for two years. Hardesty & Company have a grand lot of Harrisii lilies and they seem to be selling well. Mr. Oats of this firm leaves for Lexington this week to look after his other interests. Julius Baer had a swell window last week, of azaleas and poinsettias, with leucothoe sprays hung about the window in Kift's holders. D. The Mrs. E. A. Nelson Bids fair to become the COMMERCIAL STANDARD pink carnation. It is a bealthy grower, a free and continuous bloomer and it is sure to thrive wherever grown. Providence, R. I. BUSINESS ON THE UP GRADE.— BULBOUS STOCK IN OVER- SUPPLY.— NOTES HERE AND THERE. We have come to the turn in the lane, and business is now improving after a slack period of nearly a month. Roses, carnations and violets find ready sale, only bulbous flowers being a glut. Not only has cut flower trade improved but also the demand for design work. The weather has been especially mild and clear. J. Wood is reported anxious to discon- tinue his present stand and locate on Westminster street. Local growers are planning to raise more loost carnations next season. G. O. Westcott has been very sick. His friends wish him a quick recovery. F. Macrae is sending in some good Princess ot Wales violets. Hofiman is first in with tulips. M. M. LOOMIS, Cal. — A. Mil ting has disposed of his interest in the Mitting Floral Com- pany to L. D. Clapp, who will conduct the business under the name of the Loomis Floral Company. ~ TJHE NEW YORK GUT FLOWER CO. O Ty T^ B^ f^^^ DESIRABLE WALL SPACE FOR ADVERTISING PURPOSES. J. A. MlLLANO, Mi;R. 65-57 West 26lh S'reel. New York. FINE STOCK— 500 2-in. Maidenhiilr FnrnB left, $3.50 per 100. &00Serrulata,2-ln., |3 per 100. Both lots for 1(2.'). Speak quick or you will lose a Har- galn. Mammotti Verbenas.Ir. c, no rust hern. flOc per too — named colors. Primula obconicaAlb.-i and Rosea (mixed) 2c eacti. N. 0. Caswell, Delavan, III. The following letter from Messrs, Robert Craig it Son speaks for itself; Philadelphia, Pa., Jan. 6th, 1902. S. S. Skidelsky. D^ar Sir:— We are much pleased with the "JIrs- Nelson" Carnation, of which you sent us plants for trial last spring; it has a flne constitution and is an abundant bloomer. Th<* blooms are of good size and the color very desirable. It has good, long, stiff stem?. -We think it will be a standard variety. Yours truly, ROBERT CRAIG * SON. Per Dozen, $2 50; 25, $3.50; 50, $6.00; 100, $10; 1000, $80. 250 go at 1,000 rate. Send for descriptive circular. For Sci^le :By VAUGHAN'S SEED STORE, New York and Chicago. H. F. MICHELL, Philadelphia. H. A. DREER, Philadelphia. ROBERT CRAIG & SON, Philadelphia. E. G. HILL CO., Richmond, Ind. A. N. PIERSON, Cromwell, Conn. J. D. THOMPSON CARNATION CO., Joliet, III. ALBERT M. HERR, Lancaster, Pa. CINCINNATI CUT FLOWER CO., Cincinnati, Ohio. WM. F. KASTING, Buffalo, N. Y. C. A. KUEHN, St. Louis, Mo. S. A. BAUR, Erie, Pa. J. GAMMAGE & SONS, London, Ontario, Agents for Canada. S. S. SKIDELSKY, E. A. NELSON, 708 N. 16th Street, PHILADELPHIA, PA. 3503 N. Senate Ave., INDIANAPOLIS, IND. Mrs. Palmer Largest, best formed, most proliQc and as good a color as aDy scarlet ever introduced. $12.00 per 110, $10 .CO per lODO. Chicot Extra large white, beautifully atriped in mid- winter, extremely fragrant, finest constitution . More profitable tban any standard variety on our place last season, and is doing even better now. $6.10 per 100; $i0.00 per lOOO. Mrs. Higinbofham We have all the orders we can flU until March 15tb. Same price as Palmer. Elegant Stock. NOW READY TO SHIP. Per 100 Per 1000 BON HOMME, white $4.00 $30.00 WBITECLODD, " 2.no 1.5.00 FLORA HILL, " 20O 15.00 NORWAY, " 6.00 50.00 HOOSIERMAID, •■ 4.00 30.C0 LAWSON, pink 4 CO 35.00 MARQUIS. " ^ 2.B0 20.00 SUNBKAM, " 300 35.00 IRENE, " 4.00 30.00 CROCKER, " 2.00 15.00 .luOST. " 2.011 15.00 MORNING GLOR'^, pink 3.09 25.00 G. LORD " 2.00 15U0 CRANE, scarlet 2.00 1.5.00 ROOSEVELT, crimson 000 50.00 MACEO, " 2.O0 15.00 GOMEZ, " 2.0O 1500 BRADT, variegated 2.60 20.00 NYDIA. " S.OO 25.00 OLVMPIA, " 2.50 20.00 GOLD NUGGET, yellow 3.10 26.00 PROSPERITY, from 3011 6.00 45 00 All new varieties at introducer's prices. Chicago Carflatioo Co. JOLIET. ILL. When writing to any of tlie adver- tisers on this page please mention the American Florist. O0LX>J3.a.1:ions.. • ROOTED CUrriNGb. Per lOOPerlOCO QUEEN LOUISE fS.OO |40.00 LORNA 5.00 40 00 G. H CRANE 2 00 12.S0 MORNING GLORY 2 00 IS.OO ROOSEVELT 6 00 ETHEL CROCKER 1.50 12.50 GENEVIEVE LORD 1.50 12 50 DOROTHY 5.00 40.00 PROSPEKITY 6.00 50.00 MRS. E. A. NELSON tO.OO 80.00 CRESSBROOK 10.00 75.00 My stock is in the bes'. or condition. Estimates given on large orders. Albert M. Herr, Lancaster, Pa. Rooted Cuttings LAWSON »3.f 0 per ICO 125.00 per ICOO BRADT 2.00 " 18.00 LORD 2.C0 " i;.50 MACEO 2.'0 " IStO GOMEZ 20J •' 1800 " NORWAY 4.00 GOODENODGH 3.C0 OLYMPIA 200 HENRY HESSION.Fiatbush. Brooklyn. N.Y. CARNATIONS Owing to the dry atmosphere and high altitude diseases common to carnations are unknown with UB. It will pny >ou to try some of our plants the cominp season. We have all the Uading varieties. Write for prices on rooted cuttings. Salt Lake Floral Co.. Salt lake City, Utah. CARNATION CLTTINOS. Prosperity, 16 00 per 100; Norway, S5.00 per 100; Estolle. $4.5il pnr 10'; Lawson, $4.10 per ICO: Kim City. Marquis. Glacier, Joost. J2 00 per 100; Soott, ICIdoraoo, Arnjazindy, Victor. CrockPr, Lord, E austou. Amcr'ca, Hill. Dana and McGowan, 11.50 per Id). lO^press prepaid on al orders of 83 00 or over. O R HERRON, CLEAN. N. Y. Palms and Ferns WALTER RETZER & CO., ao45-59 No. Halsted St., CMICAQO. PUOA* tner'.wn the American flox ,st wnen wrtiinji. igo2. The American Florist. 25 ♦♦♦»♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦ »♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦•<►♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦•••*•« ♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦ Get the I ROOTED CARNATION j I CUTTINGS rr,T;.: I ^♦♦♦♦♦♦♦» ♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦ »♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦ ' ♦ I i^OMeornj^oarioivs oi^ loos. Per loo 1000 GOV. WOLCOTT, (Fisher), white $10 $80 E^QUIRER, (Witterstaetterj, light pink 12 100 MRS. E. A. NELSON, (Nelson), glistening pink, $2.50 per dozen 10 80 J. M.MANLEY, (Cottage Qar.), orangescarlet 12 100 Per 100 Per looo PROSPERITY, variegated $6.00 $50.00 MRS. Q. n. BRADT, variegated 3.00 25.00 NORWAY, white 6.00 50.00 LORNA, white 5.00 40.00 WHITE CLOUD, white 2.00 15.00 MRS. T. W. LAWSON, pink 4.50 40.00 MRS. FRANCES JOOST, pink 2.00 12.50 IRENE, pink 5.00 40.00 Per 100 1000 H. FENN, (Cottage Gardens), crimson $12 $100 VIOLA ALLEN, (Cottage Qar.), variegated... 12 100 VIOLANIA, (Cottage Gardens), variegated 12 CRESSBROOK, (Warburton), bright pink 10 80 GAIETY, (Hillj, variegated 10 75 Per 100 nORNING GLORY, light pink $3.00 HARQUIS, light pink 3.00 MERHAID, light pink 3 00 GOV ROOSEVELT, crimson 6.00 GEN. MACEO, crimson 2.00 ESTELLE, scarlet 6 00 G. H. CRANE, scarlet 2.50 GOLDEN BEAUTY, yellow 8.00 ELDORADO, yellow 2.50 Per 1000 $25.00 25.00 25.00 50.00 15-00 50.00 20 00 75.00 20.00 All of our cuttings are well rooted and free fr^m disease. Let \i% figure on vour wmts. Discounts on laige quantities BLOOMS SHIPPED FROM GREENHOUSES TO ALL POINTS ON SHO.^P NOTICE. SEND IN YOUR ORDERS. Upon application, we will mail our catalogue. J. D. THOMPSON CARNATION CO. WINNER OF THE PRESIDEN T McKLNLEY PRIZE at the Kansas City Show. Dorothy (First on introduction of J 90 J at Kansas City), is certainly proving our claim for it as a producer, and consequently a money maker for the grower. It commands the highest price. Our stock is large and in grand shape. No order is too large or too small for us to T B ■ I ■ I J *'''• ^^'^^ ^" ^*"'' ^^^-^ f" ^^^- ^"'* ^°' P""* °° ""ooted cuttings of Norway, White lir9VP nlPtimnnn Inn ^^'^^^t Hoosier Maid, Lawson, Crane, America, Genevieve Lord and Marquis. Also T. Carnation 5"!5^ Eaton and Fitzwygram Chrysanthemums. Well Rooted and Healthy. Per 100 Per 1009 PROSPERITY, white overlaid with pink ^6 00 $50 CO GOV. ROOSEVELT, crimson... 6.C0 SO.Oi' QUEEN LOUISE, white 4.00 40.00 bON HOMME RICHARD, white 4.00 30 CO IRENE, pink 4 00 30 00 TRIUMPH, pink 2.00 15 00 WHITE CLOUD, white 2.00 15.00 THOS. W. L*WSON, pink 4.rO 35.00 MARQUIS, pink 2 50 20.CO G. H CR\NE, scarlet 2.00 15.00 AMERICA, scarlet 2 00 15 OO MRS. BRADT, variegated 2 50 20 00 GUARDIAN ANGEL 1.75 15.00 MICHAEL WINANDY, DEVON AVE. AND NORTH ROBEY. CHICAGO. CARNATIONS Send for prices on rooted cut- tings, ready now and later. Oeo. H^xxoools die Sozi GRAND HAVEN. MICH. Carnation Cuttings Perfectly Healthy. Propagated From Choice Stock. NOW RE4DY. Queen Louise. Per 100 PROSPERITY $610 MRS. THOS. LAWSON 4.(J0 GOV. ROOSEVELT 6 00 HOOSIER MAID 4.00 IRENE 4.00 NORWAY 4.00 EGYPT 4.00 MRS. BEBTRVM LIPPINCOTT.. 3.00 MORNING GLORY 2.00 MARQUIS 2.60 MRS. G. M. BRADP 3.00 CHICAGO 3.00 MACEO 2.00 BDTTERCDP 4.00 The Best White Commercial Carnation, $5 00 per Hundred; $40.00 per Thousand. Per 1000 Per 100 Per 1000 $50.00 GOMEZ $3.00 35.00 CROCKER 1.50 $12.50 60.00 GENEVIEVE LORD 1.50 12.50 G. H. CRANE 200 15.00 VICTOR 2.00 WM. SCOTT 1.50 12.50 DAYBREAK 1.50 18.80 25.00 ELDORADO 1.50 12.50 15.00 .IDBILEE 150 12.50 20.00 FLORA HILL 1.50 12.50 TRIUMPH 1.50 12.60 PORTIA 1.50 12.60 WHITE CLOUD 1.50 12.50 "ORIOLE" J. L. DILLON, Bloomsbur^, Fa. New Scarlet Carnation Sure to become the Standard Scarlet Carnation for florists to grow. The freest and earliest scarlet in cultivation; is always in bloom and a healthy grower. Orders booked now for February delivery. Price $1.50 per dozen; $10.00 per 100 ; $75.00 per 1000. AWARDED GOLD MEDAL AT THE PAN-AMERICAN EXPOSITION. John B. Goetz, Saginaw, sS Mich, 26 The American Florist. Feb. Worcester, Mass. STEADY TRADE —FASHION OF WEARING FLOWERS AGAIN IN VOGUE. — PLANTS SELLING WELL. — NOTES. The decorations at the Charity Ball held here last week were the most elaborate that ever graced Mechanics Hall. The color scheme was entirely green and white. All of the prominent florists had a hand in the decorations. The good old custom of wearing flowers, which has been in decadence for some time, seems to have been revived and all the storemen report a large sale of violets, roses and lily of the valley for this ball. Trade in general has continued to hold steady and prices show no disposition to weaken for first-class stock. Good roses have been a little on the short side and fancy carnations meet with a ready demand. Lily of the valley is plentiful now and we are daily receiving good Campemelle and Trumpet majornarcissi Violets, both double and single, are plenti- fiil and of fine quality. The weekly talks held every Thursday by the Horticultural Society are being well patronized by the members and public and a very fine schedule of lectures has been arranged. Pots of azaleas, cyclamens, freesias and hyacinths find a ready sale in limited quantities and there is a steady call for palms, ferns and other foliage plants. H. F. A. Lange is on his annual trip to North Carolina for recreation and hunt- ing. A. H. L. Lenox, Mass. HORTICULTDKAL SOCIETY HOLDS AN INTERESTING AND WELL ATTENDED MEETING. A regular meeting of the Lenox Horti- cultural Society was held on January ) 8. Officers present were, A. Loveless, presi- dent, in the chair; E. Jenkins, vice-presi- dent; J. Martin, secretary, and F. Heere- mans, assistant secretarv, together with twenty-nine members. Four new mem- bers were elected. A vase of the new rose, Mrs. Oliver Ames, from J. N. May, was exhibited and the committee awarded a vote of thanks to Mr. May, regretting that the flowers arrived in such poor condition that it was impossible to form a definite opinion as to their merits. The society was pleased to welcome one of its old non-resident members, W. A. Manda, who was given a hearty recep- tion, and listened to with interest, on the subject of plant collecting. Messrs. Love- less and Jenkins, who recently paid a visit to the Waban Rose Conservatories, gave an enthusiastic account of the sights there. F. H. Dayton, O.— Wm. Kiefaber, C. E. Pease and W. G. Matthews have organ- ized a stock company to go into carna- tion growing. CARNATIONS Rooted Cuttings. Lawsoo, $3 03 per JCO; White Cloud.Flora Hill, John Young, Armazindy, Daybreak, Ethel Crocks r, Genevieve Lord, (iold Nug- get, America, Jubilee, Argyle, Melba and Gen. Gomez, $1.50 p I^IvA^Pf^S. 2W--I1. pol3. Per iro Per 1000 BRIDESMAID 83.00 J25.C0 BRIDe ,3.00 2i.0O K AISERIN 3.0O 26.00 2^-in. pots. Per 100 Per iroO PERLB J3.00 S25.00 QOLDEN GATE 3.00 25.00 METEOR 3.00 26.00 Qoliieii Gate i«t 100, $I..50 per lOfO, J12.59 Perle per 100, 1.5)0; per 1000, 12.50 ROOTED ROSE CUTTINGS Bridesmaid per 100, $1.50; per 1000. $12.50 Bride per 100, 1.50; per lOUO, 12.M Meteor perl.O, l..=>0; ])pr lOOD, 12.50 All Plants and Rooted Cuttings sold under express conditions that if not satisfactory when received they are to be returned immedi- ately, when maney will be refunded. PeterReinberg,51WabashAve.,CMcago ' POOTEP CUTTINGS Per ICO Per lOCO MRS. POTTER PALMER $12.00 ,$,00.00 MRS. HIGINBOTHAM 12.00 lOi .00 PROSPERITY 6.(J0 60.00 QDEEN LOOISE 5.' 0 40.00 NORWAY 500 40 00 IRENE 403 36.00 MRS. LAWSON 4.00 35 00 MARQDIS 1.25 10.00 G.H. CRANE 1.25 10.00 FLORA HILL 1.25 10.00 ieOS£>JS. Per 100 Per lOCO M ETEOR Jl 50 $12 00 PERLE 1.60 12.00 BRIDE 1,50 12.00 Per 100 Per lOro MRS. JOOST $1.00 $7,5) WHITRCLOUD 1.25 lO.dO EVANSTON 1.00 760 MRS. INE l.fO 750 WM. SCOTT l.CO 7.51 GENEVIEVE LORD 1.25 10.10 ETHEL CROCKER 1.25 lO.OO GUARDIAN ANUEL 1.25 lO.CO ARGYiE 1.00 7.50 AiMERICA 1.25 lu.OO Per lOO Per 1000 BRIDESMAID $1.50 $12.00 GOLDEN GATE 1.50 I2.0O I^OSB^ r^I^A^K^I^JS from 2%-in. pots. Per ICO Per lOOO METEOR ,113 00 $ 5 00 PERLE 3.00 25.0IJ BKIDE 300 25.00 Per lOrtPerlOCO BRIDESMAID $H.0O $2!),(0 GOl.DENGATE 3 00 J5.00 K4ISERIN 35J 30 CO The above named stock is clean, well rooted and free from disease. GEO. REINBERQ, Ve^e!" CHICAGO. fDF^^RDOnK Tl^® ^^^^'"■"S Pink Carnation vliLOOUI\UUIia for everybody to grow. Baltimore, Feb. 21, 1901, it scored 94 Points, the highest of any seedling. Cressbrook has never shown disease of any kind and is an extra free bloomer. Size ot flowers under ordinary culture, 3 to 3% inches. Orders will be delivered in rotation on and after Jan. 1, 19J2, at the following prices: i? P'^nts I 1.50 I 2S0 plants $25.00 25 plants 3.00 -^ , . ,„ r 50 plants : 5.00 "00 plants 37.50 100 plants 10.00 I 1000 plants 75.00 C. WARBURTON, FALL RIVER, MASS. Cressbrook may be seen growing at THE E. G. HILL GO'S.. Richmonil. Ind.. and at WM. NICHOLSON'S. Framingham. Mass. Successful Growers are Wanted To know that they can dispose of all their surplus stock by adver- tising in the American Florist. TRY IT NOW. §8 The American Florist. Feb. /, Lowell, Mass. JANUARY BUSINESS NOT HEAVY BUT PROS- PECTS GOOD.— STOCK EXCELLENT AND SELLING WELL. — FLORIST SUES A COr- PER MAGNATE. January business has not been what we could call brisk. There has been plenty of funeral work but in more than one case it was requested that there should be no flowers, which is not at all pleasant to read when stock is accumu- lating. The rose supply is better than it has been for a long time, better heads and stronger stems, and prices range from $1 50 to $3 per dozen for Brides and Bridesmaids. Meteors of late have been poor. Perle and Sunset sell well. Car- nations are plentiful and some very fine blooms are to be seen. A great many "kicks" have been registered during the past month, on account of carnations going to sleep. Customers buy good fresh stock one day and telephone the next that they are asleep. Violets are now as good as one could wish and bulb- ous stock is fairly abundant. Greens are in good supply. Patten & Co. , of Te wks- bury, have fine Asparagus Sprengeri. E. N. Price & Sons, of Waverley, are sending extra lilies and mignonette. Plants are in great demand and Boston fern short of requirements. One thing that is interesting the local florists at present is that one of them has brought suit against a wealthy "copper king" for a flower bill of $300, which the latter says is excessive. A M. Dallas, Tex. We are having an extremely dry spell here and the dust has been terrible for the last few weeks. Water is very scarce and we hope rain will come soon. The Texas Seed and Floral Company is set- tled down in its new store, comer of Elm and Ervay streets. They have the largest and best arranged seed store in the south. Space 25x100 is devoted to the retail department and 50x100 two stories in the rear is devoted to the wholesale seed department, where they have a switch for unloading cars. They have also bought out the Southern Floral Com- pany and are growing a large stock of plants for catalogue trade. Roses will be the specialty and these will be grown both for the wholesale and retail trade. They have over 10,000 American Beauties in the field now beside a large stock of other varieties. Carnations and other stock are being grown under glass for their store trade. Dallas is rapidly coming to the front as a plant and cut flower center. South. Creston, Ia.— E. H. Stahl has sold a half interest in his business and the firm is now McGregor Bros. & Stahl. CARNATIONS Rooted Cotlings of all the new 1902 and best standard varieties. Send for price list. WILLIAM SWAYNE. BOX 226. KENNETT SQUARE, PA. CARNATIONS NOVELTIES FOR 1902. J. H. MANUBY, SCARI-ET, HARRY FENN, hakvard ckimson, VIOLA ALLEN, varieoateo. Send for Descriptive Cutalogue. THE COTTAGE GARDENS, Queens, N. Y. Please mention the American Florist when wtiling. iiT laBWggHiWBgaSSgggWBWMKSiCWgiWKiWaWWB^^ IVORY or WHITE Golden Gate. The easiest, freest bloomer and most profitable white rose to grow. 20,000 plants out of 2-inch pots. February, March and April delivery. $6.00 PER IOO5 S27.50 PER 500j $50.00 PER 1000. Our stock of Ivory, or White Golden Gate, Was Purchased from the American Rose Co., of Washington, D. C, last February and March, and is guaranteed to be true stock. If they or their Agents make any statement to the contrary it is an untruth. I W. A. HAMMOND, WSSBg3SSS\ 107 East Broad Street, VA.. ftARNATION Cuttings ^^ Selected Stock, 400,000 Now Ready. Per 100 Per 1000 IVIRS.T. W. LiWSON «40U J3&C0 SUNBKAM 3.00 25 00 BOS H(J MM I? RICHARD 3 00 25.00 G. H. ^■RA^E 2.00 15.00 AMERICA 2.00 15.00 ETHKL CROCKER 2.0O 15.00 GENEVIEVE LORD 1.50 12.50 FLORA HILL 1.60 12.60 Per II 0 Per 1000 WHITE CLODD J1.50 JCBILKE 1.50 MAYOR PINGREE ,.... 1.60 GUCIKR l.EO MRS. P. JOOST l.BO GEN. GOMEZ 1.60 TRiriMPH 150 DAYBREAK 1.60 tl260 12.60 12 60 12.60 12.60 12.60 12.50 12.60 Term8:-CASH OR SATISFACTORY REFERBNCB. Address H. W. BUCKBEE. ROCKFORD, ILL. | Forest Citv Greenhouses. Rockford Seed Farms. ^ ROOTED CUTTINGS Roses and Carnations. ALL THE LATEST VARIETIES. ■Write for I»rlo©ei. HOLTON & HUNKEL CO., Milwaukee, Wis. NEW CARNATION RUBY KING Just what we ha^e al! been lookiui; for. A dazzliDi; cerise; much more so than Tidal Wave. Always in bloom, strictly non-cropper. No disease —anybody can grow It. Average flowers 3 inches; stem very slifT and wiry; fine keeper; can be planterl quito close. Flowers fringed and IiiRh built, resembling Flora Hill. On'y a very limited number will be sent out this year, itl.2.'; per do?.. by mail; $H.u0 per 100. LAMPRECHT BROS., ASHLAND, O. Please ntentton the American Florist when wriitng. ROOTED CUniNGS OUR SPECIALTY-esranlumi from 2"4-incu pols. DanR'il,$3.5u per lUO; tii-M piT 1000. Vtrbtnu, nil standard named kinds, 60a per 100; {5.U0 per 1000. Haliolrops, H named varieties, ti OU per 100; $H.OO per 1000. Ptiunlat, 24 vnrletles, tl 2.S per ICO. Salvla(,5varieties, tl OOpi'rIOO. Agaratumi, ft varieties, (We per 100. Colsua, 34 vaneiies, 6uc per 100; 15.00 per 1000. Mytium, tl.OO pur 100. Favarlaw, $100 per 100. Express prepaid on all Rooted CuttinKS. Satisfaction guaranteed. Cash with order. Write— 8. D. BRANT. CLAY CENTIR, KAN. Ptease menlion the American Florist when writing. VERBENA KING Rooted Cuttings now ready. Express prepaid. 100 lOVO Verbenas, uameil.t .00i5.00 Daisies, white and yellow 1.00 8.00 Heliotrope, 12 var. 1.00 8.00 Ageratum, bestvur. .60 5.00 Ariernanthera, red and yellow 60 5.00 Salvias, 4 bestvars. named, Rooted Cuttings 1.00 H.05 That cash or C. O. D. C. Humleld, Clay Center, Kas. Orchids I # Arrived tn due condition Cattleya Dowiana. Trlohopllifts in variety, Wttrscewicze;la Aro- nmtfca and \V. discolor, l*egcatorea Certua, OdontoKlosstim (Erstedii Ma]us, O. Krumerii jind O. Schlleoerlanum. LAGER & HURRELL, summit, w. j. Orchid Qrow«ra and Importers. Please mention the American Fiortst when writtng. igo2. The American Florist. 29 Carnations. ROOTED CUTTINGS. All the very best stock, healthy and well rooted. Early orders will be furnished from saod: later orders from cuttings transplanted into flats at aame rate. Stock marked * now ready in flats. Per 100 Per lOflO Qeneral Maoeo % 1.75 % 15.00 Mrs. P. Joost 1.75 15.00 White Cloud 1.75 15.00 Wm. Soott 1.75 15.00 FloraHill 1.75 15.00 America 3.00 15.00 Daybreak 1.75 15.00 Ethel Crocker 1.75 15.00 G.H.Crane 2.50 20.00 Triumph 2.00 18.00 Guardian Angel 1.75 15.00 *Genevieve Lord 3.50 20.00 •Marquis 2.50 20.C0 Mrs. G. M. Bradt 3.00 25.00 Chicaeo 3.00 30.00 Gold Nugget 3.50 30.CO •Morning Glory 3.00 25.00 Irene 6.00 40 00 t/orna 5.00 40.00 *Mr8. T. W. Lawson 5.00 40.00 ♦Queen Louise 5.00 45.00 ♦NORWAY, Best white 5.00 45.00 ♦Prosperity 6.00 60.00 Governor Roosevelt 6.00 50.00 ♦ESTELLE, Grand scarlet 600 50 01 Dorothy 6.00 50.00 Cressbrook 10.00 75.00 Enquirer 12.00 100.00 Mrs. Potter Palmer 12.01 lOO.OO Mrs. Higinbotham 12.00 100.00 Mrs. E. A. Nelson 10.00 80.00 We have the finest stock of ESTELLE and NORWAY in the Country and can supply in large quantities. CANNAS. strong, Dormant, Two Eyed Roots. Per 100 Per 1000 AUemania $3 00 t35.00 Burbank 3.00 35 00 Eip Crampbell 3.00 2.^.00 Florence Vaughan 4.00 35.00 Mile. Berat 3 00 25.00 Paul Marquant 3.00 25.00 Pres Carnot 2.50 20.00 Mixed all colors 1.75 10.00 Largest stock in United States of other choice cannas true to name. Write for prices. VAUSHAN'S SEED STORE, NEW YORK: CHICAGO: 14 Barclay St. 84-86 RandoiDh St. Greenhouses, Western Springs, III. CARNATIONS Well rooted, cean, healthy stock. Early struck cuttings make best plants. 100 lono Maoeo $2 00 $17.50 Bradt 2.00 17.n0 Glacier 200 White Cloud 1.50 Flora Hill... 1.50 Joost 1.50 E. HRYSaNTHEMUMS ^^ NOTE SHOW SCHEDULE OF NEW YORK FLORISTS' CLUB IN THIS PAPER, PAGE 23. We can supply Varieties for all Entries, incluiing the Ostrich Plume, Anemone and Pompon Sections. We have the Largest Collection in America. Complete descriptive catalogue on application. N>TH*N SMITH & SON, ADBHW, JIICH. 30 W. 29 them in all sizes, 2^ 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8 and 10-in. They are Beauties. Order a sample lot. You will want more of them. CEO, a. KUHL, Pekin, ill. CYCLAMENS, 4-inch, J8.00 per 100. Azaleas, best sorts, 10 to 12-inch, $30.00 per 10}. Calceolaiias, ay-inch, $3.03 per lOO; 200 for $5.00. Cinerarias from London Prize Show Flowers, 3-incti, $3.00 per 100: 4-inoh, $6.00 per 100. WHinON & SONS, City and Green Sts., Utica, N. Y. i FOR PALMS, FERNS, Fern Balls, Perpetuated Gycas Leaves and P ants, ADDRESS THE ' GEO. WITTBOLD CO. 1657 Buckingham PI., Chicago. Please mention the A mencan Florist luhen wrilhie^. ROOTED CUTTING LIST. NOW READY FOR SHIPMENT. Per 100 Per 1000 Ivy Geraniums, 12 varieties $1.60 $13.00 Roses, Bride and Maid 1.25 11.00 Marguerites 75 6.00 Heliotrope, 4 varieties 60 5.00 English Ivy 2.00 18.00 German Ivy 60 5.00 Pyrethrum, double white l.OO 8.00 Vlnca variegata 1.00 8.00 Geraniums, 5 best bedders 1.25 10.50 Mme. Pollock 2.00 18.00 " Happy Thought 2.00 18.00 " Rose, Lemon, Nutmeg, Ac. 2.00 18.00 " Mme. Salleroi 1.00 8.00 Achyrantbes, 4 vaiieties 1.00 8.00 Salvia, 4 varieties 60 5 60 Ageratum, 6 varieties 60 5.00 Alternanthera 4 varieties 75 600 Fuchsias, 3 varieties 1.25 10.00 Abutllons, 12 varieties 2.00 18.00 Petunias, double, 05 vars. named 1.50 12.00 ^B'~AI1 the above sold on the positive guarantee of refunded. Per lOO Per 1000 Petunias, double, not named $1.25 $10.00 Coleus, 75 varieties, named 75 6.00 " not named 60 5.00 " Verschaffeltii, red 60 4.50 " '■ golden 60 4.50 " Golden Bedder 60 4.50 " Brilliancy 8 00 RnCtnn FprnS strong, bushy, well grown UUaiUII I CI IIS stock for immediate ship- ment. Per 100 Per 1000 2ii-inch pots $2.60 $22.00 2H-inch pots 2.00 28.00 3 -inch pots 6.00 55.00 4 -inch pots 15.00 140.00 5 -inch pots 25 00 PTERIS TREMULA, 2«-inch pots, per 100, $2 00; 2%-in. pots, per liO, $3.00; 3-in. pots, per ICO, $5. For list of varieties see American Florist of Nov. 9. If wanted by mail add 15c per 100. Sam- ples by mail 25c. its being first-class, if not, your money at once JOHN IRVINE & SONS, Bay City, Mich. Boston Ferns. 2^-inch, 3c; 3-inch, 8:; 6 inch, 3Sci 8 and 9inch, Jl.OO. Nephrolepis Wittboldii, strong, 4-incb, 25c; 5-inch, SOc; 6-incb, 75c. Cycas Revoluta, 50c to 75c. Asparagus P. Nanus, 2^-inch, $3 5o a lOO. BEGONIAS— A. Guttata. Thurstonii, 2>^-in. 40c a doz., large plants, ready for 4s, 5c. Starr and Feastii, 5c. Russelia Multiflora, 2)^-in.4c;40cadcz. Vlnca Major, 2-in., strong, 3c. CASH PLEASE. A. J. BALDWIN. NEWARK O. FOR 1902 "J. D. Elsele," eingle, pure wine red. A zonale of most brilliant and new coloring, a splendid bedder, producing an abundance of large trusses. 'Mames Davidsoo/' single, lavender lilac, a color which has never befo-ebeen approached, shows almost a distinct blue color eveoings. Trusses very large, a fine novelty. 35c each; $3.00 per dozen. Novelties of former years, assorted and labeled, at 16.00 per 100. Cash please. HENRY EICHHOLZ. Waynesboro, Pa. ^ROBT. CRAIG & SON, Roses, Palms New Geraniums and Novelties in Decorative Plants, i Market and 49th Sts., Philadelphia, Pa. Please meni;on the A merican Florist when writing. Geraniums An assortment of twenly varieties, aU good sellers and all correctly labeled. Rooted cut- tings at $12 50 per JOOO. Not less than 25 of one sott will be given in the same order. JEAN VIAUD and M. De CASTEL- LANE, two exceptionally fine novcltiesfrom 2-inch pots, at $5 per JOO or $30 per 1000. Alheft M. Herr, Lancaster, Pa. AUGUST ROLKER&SONS Book orders now for spring delivery. Araucarlas, Palms, Ficus, Roses, Lilies, Bay a-d Box Trees, General Nursery Stock. WIUTK FOE PRICES. 63 DBY 8TRBBT, NEW TORK. JOSEPH HEACOCK, Wyncote, Pa., Grower of FINE PALMS. For Price List see American Florist Oct. 19, page 403. A SPECIALTY Boston Ferns. Cut from bench at |25 and $S per 100. KENTIAS. CYCLAMENS, ASPARAGUS PLUMOSUS NANUS. FICUS. Very fine stock. L. H. Foster, 'sle'e"? Dorchester, Mass. 32 The American Florist. Feb. /, Sin Francisco. HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY VOTES TO ASSIST IN A SPRING EXHIBITION— TRADE NOW ON SATISFACTORY LEVEL. At a recent meeting of the Pacific Coast Horticultural Society it was decided to if possible hold a spring show in co-oper- ation with the California State Floral Society and divide profits if there are any. As the younger society has all the nurserymen and florists and growers of San Francisco and vicinity as memberB, the older society should be only too glad to make any kind of fair arrangement to secure this aid. The ioUowing gentle- men were appointed on the exhibition committee: H. Plath, Wm. Eldred, F. Cleis, Jos. Thompson, Thos. Munroe, W. Bagge and C. Abraham. It was also decided to change one meeting night to the first Siturday of each month to give parties outside the city a chance to attend, the other meeting being the third Monday as usual, a considerable increase in membership being expected through this move. Basmesswas somewhat quiet jnst after the first of the year but trade has been picking up lately and all good stock is now readily taken up. Most items are rather scarce and prices are back at the level mentioned bcfjre Christmas and can be called good. Golden Gate. Washington. SOCIAL activity MAKES GOOD BUSINESS. — AN EXCELLENT WIMTBR FLOWERI.VG PLANT. Thompson's magnifica, the crimson celosia, makes a fine winter flowering plant, from cuttings in summer and grown in a light, temperate house. They last for a long time. At this writing I have some in 4-inch pots about ten inches high in good shape and the crimson plumes are very attractive. President and Mrs. Roosevelt have set the pace for entertaining this winter and every bodv is on the move tokeepnpwith them, j' H. Small & Sons had the deco- rations tor the bachelors' cotillion and for the seventeenth annual banquet of the Gridiron Club. P. G. Greenfield, Mass — C. A. Jacobs has opened a retail store in the Lamberton building. Tarrytown, N Y.— On Wednesday evening, January 22, occurred the annual dinner of the Tarrytown Horticultural Society, which was a most successful affair in every respect. There were a number of visitors present from New York city and Poughkeepsie who helped out on the oratory and songs. F. R. Piereon, C. W. Ward, Peter Fisher and C. Warburton contributed a handsome dis- play of carnation blooms. WORTH RAISING PANSIES No mori' smull plants for sala for the present. CHRISTIAN SOLTAU. 190 Crant Avenue, JERSEY CITY, N. J. You can take Newark A New York R. R. or West Side Avenue Trolley. PANSIES. 60c. per 100. JS.OO per lODO. OB^ Fit A.I?«f lU^^MS 16 Viir. fine 2/j-in. pots, »:t.0O prT 100. CASH. JOS. H. CUNNINGHAM, Delaware, 0. Awarded the only flnt- olaii Certillcata ol Msrit by the Society of Amer- ican Florlitiat Bolton - Aug. 21,1890, (or Stand- ard Flower Poti ifHILLDIN ONC Island (tty HILADELPHIA Traveling Representative, U. CUTLER RYERSON, f08 Third Ave. Newark, N. J. SPECIAL ROOTED OUTTINGS GERANIUMS. NOVELTIES: Thos. Meehan, semi-double dark pink: Levi P. Morton, semi-double maroon; Dutch- ess ol Orleans, single oriole: Ernest Kellway, semi- double crimson; J. J. Harrison, semi-double scarlet, and Snow Drift, semi-double white; all winners, $2 50 per 100; $22.S0 per 1000. STANDARDS: S. A Nutt, E. G. Hill, Beaute Poitevlne, N'rances Perkins. Mme. Jaulin, Mrne Bruant. LaFayorite and Mme. J. M. Garr, $2.00 per 100; $18.00 per 1000. DOUBLE FRINGED PETUNIAS Our superb collection consisting of twelve novelties selected from Henderson's and Dreer's latest sets. Extra Strong Rooted CuttiDps. $1.00 per 100; 810.00 per 1000; 845 per 5000. Henderson's celebrated Sea Foam, $t.50. per 100. Send for our special Geranium List. Cash with Order. Satisfaction Guaranteed. Tne W T. Buckley Plant Co., Springfield. III. Faxon's Mammotl) VERBENAS. My seed is saved from an elegant collection of named varieties, and produces very large flowers of the riehestand most brilliant co'ors; tf^is, my best mixture, will produce healthy plants, and is exactly what vou want— order to-dav. OUNCE. $2; Ks OUNCE. $1; JOUNCE. 59 CENTS. By mail; postage paid. M.B FAXON, ilrir Boston, Mass. FLOWER SEED SPECIALIST. Seed PANSIES Plants THE JENNINGS STRAIN. First-class in every resoect; Medium size from cold frames; Finest Mixed, 84 per ICOO; per 100 by mail 75o. Seed, finest mixed, 81 oer packet; $5 per ounce, saved in October from finest stock. Cash with Order E. B, JENNINGS. Uck Boi 264. Southport, Conn. Grower of the Finest Pansies. THOSE RED POTS "STANDARDS" PULL SIZE AND WIDE BOTTOMS. BDLB PANS AND AZALEA POTS. DETROIT FLOWER POT M'F'Y, HARRY BAL8UCY, DETROIT. MICH.. 4BO Hawnrd lit. Red Standard Pots. OORREOT SIZE. SUPERIOR QUALITY. Write (or prloe liit. 6. HENNEGKE CO.. ""^^I^-^""' Always mention the American Flo- rist when writing to advertisers. Boston Florist Letter Go. MANUFACTURERS OP FLORISTS' LETTERS. Thif. TTooden box nicely stained and var- nlBhed, 18x30x13 made In two gectlong. one for each size letter, given away with first order of 500 letters. Block Letters, VA or 2-inch size, per 100. J2.00. Script Letters, $4. Fastener with each letter or word. Used hy leadin? florists everywhere and for sale by all wholesale florists and supply dealers. N. F. McCarthy, Treas. and Manager, 84 Hawlev St.. BOSTON. MASS. D. 0. Gunninotidm Glass Go., .PITTSBURG, PA. Tank Window Glass. Hot-House Glass fl Specialtu. We now have on sale a fumigating material whlofa kills MEALY BUG and all other tzreenhouse pi'sts. Eastern Chemical Co., Boston, Mass. Invalid Applianca Co., GGLUHBU ^lInT TUBS onln ol ■■ dlnct. Sheep Manure. In natural statt*. 81.00 uer ton, in car loud IntH, f. o. D. cars. Eirkland, 111. Also DRIED UNPULVeRIZED —write for prices. MONTANA FERTILIZER CO., Elgin, III. FlivASi; mention the Ami;rican Florist every time you write to an advertiser. tgd2. The American Florist. 33 TO KILL ALL Greenhouse Bugs USE ti NICOTICIDE ?? Clean and harmless as f umigant or Spray. Ask your seedsman for it or write to The Tobacco Warehousing and Trading Co., 1000 Magnolia Ave.. Louisville, Ky. Tin Foil I°i Florists SPECIAL SHADES. SPECIAL DESIGNS. PLAIN OR COLORED. Vrite to-day for samples and prices. THE PALEN COMPANY, Inc.. . KINGSTON. N. Y. Western Representatives: J. HOWARD JONES k ' X SONS. 34 Wabash Ave., Chicago, III. < m TT^^^T^W ^^ When you LABELS) \z V^\ Labels, be sure you get the Best, Lightest and Cheapest. Made of a metal that will not corrode, break, rust or letters fade. Can be read in 100 years from now. Samples free and prices quoted on application. Ad- dress W. G. Young, 323 Brown St., Dayton, 0. Fresh Tobacco Stems. Bales of 300 pounds, $J.50. Cash With Obdbr. W. C. BECKERT, Alleglieny, Pa. SiGMUND GeUER importer and Mir. ol Florists' Supplies Complete stock — New Qoodi— New Illustrated Cataloeue Now Ready. Send for it. 108 W. 28th St., near 6th Ave., NEW YORK. A. HERRMANN, Cape Flowers, ^^ oolobb; Cycas Leaves, Metal Designs, "^ All Florists' Supplies. Send for Piloei. '•«-4it Raat S4th at.. MKW VOXK. THE AMERICAN FLORIST'S COLOR CHART PRICE IB CENTS POSTPAID. AMERICAN FLORIST CO.. 322 DMrborn St. Chleago ♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦»»♦♦♦♦»♦»♦ ♦♦♦♦♦♦♦»»»»»»»»4 ♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦ < |^^^'T^I4^E' Special Inducement in Cycas Leaves and I^\^ M M\>L^ Wheat Sheaves. Of these goods we are the , Largest Importers; therefore in a posi- tion to give you the very best value, in quality and quantity, to be obtained. A trial order will convince you of their Superiority over all others. Send for prices and state quantity wanted. Importers and Manufacturers Leading Florists' Supply House. M. RICE & CO., 918 Filbert St., Philadelphia, Pa. Catalogue for the askin; Mailing and Cut Flower Boxes a specialty with us. The Mailing Packages are used by the largest shippers of plants and bulbs, take less postage and are water-proof. Our Cut Flower Boxes are mois- ture-proof and are used by all retail florists. These boxes are shipped knocked down flat. Write for prices. The Dijfton Paper Nofeltif Co. DAYTON, O. A Shipment from Bayersdotfer & Co. represents a wise invest- ment. Baskets, Jardinieres, Pot Covers, Fern- eries, Vases, Doves, Sheaves,' Inscriptions, Cycas Wreaths and Leaves. These are only a fraction of the list of useful Florists' Supplies we carry. The quality is the BEST and the price is RIGHT. Send for Complete Cata'ogue. H. Bayersdorfer & Co., 50-56 No. Fourth St., Philadelphia, Pa. ESTABUSHED 1866 EMIL^STEFFEItS>» sua.™ ftSTEFFENS. woSTEfTEKSBROS % \mm The most convenient way of applyin^an insecticide ever yet devised. No pan5 required -No heating of jrons-No trouble-Cannot injure the most sensitive blooms-Very effective.. Price 60^^v List and SAMPLES FREE. SWAHN'S POTTERY MF'Q CO., P.O. 80x78. MINNEAPOLIS, MINN. Please mention the American Florist when writing. tgo2. The American Florist. SS Order Your Boiler Now WE MAKE SPECIAL DISCOUNTS THIS MONTH. ■F YOU want a boiler next season we will book your order now, build the boiler and have it ready for you when you want it. You need not pay for boiler until it is delivered. These Boilers are made of CITEEL PLATE, therefore will not cause trouble and expense on account of cracking of sections, repaciting, etc., which hap- pens so frequently with cast iron boilers. KROESCHELL BROS, CO. ^— CHICAGO^ ILL. 45 ERIE STREET, Is Far More DuRABiE Than PINE. CYPRESS rCjYPRESSi S^SH BARS UP TO 32 FEETOR LONGER. GREENHOUSE AND OTHER BUILDrNG MATERIAL, MEN FURNISHED TO SUPERINTEND ERECTION WHEN DESXRED. S|end for our CircuTarls. THEA-T-S+earr^ lumbep (o., fjE^ONSET. 30ST0N. MASS ^aie^fx^^javjryyy^yjr^yj^yyy^^xyyjrjr.fXfjrjixexiix. ! FOR INSURANCE AGAINST DAMAGE BY HAIL, Address John G. Esler, Sec*y F. H. A. SADDLE RIVBR. N. il. SHORT-ROOF GREENHOUSES. (P»««"ted.) WRITE FOR CATALOGUE Mannfacturerg of California Ked Cedar and Louisiana Cypress Oreenliouse Material. GEO.!. GARLAND'S New Pattern VALLEY GUTTER. Send for Circulars. DES PLAINES, ILL. GEO. M. GARLAND, GREENHOUSE ARCHITECT AND BUILDER. STEAM AND HOT WATER HEATING. Gu:f Cypress Greenhouse Lumber, 134 to 138 |V. I P* l A # \X ^N P^ i^ Cast Iron Gutters. LIBERTY ST., IN t. W I Vj K l\ , ■903 Edition CATALOaUE— 5 Cents Postage. Henry W. Gibbons, Iron Columns and Purlins. TELL THEM WHERE YOU SAV THE AD. 36 The American Florist. Feb. t, Index to Advertisen. Advertising r&tei 12 AUenJK 16 American Rose Co.. It Amling E C 15 Asohmann Godfrey.. 31 Baldwin AJ 31 BannerJL&Co 3) Bassett & Wash- bum 15 26 BaurSAlfred I Bayersdorfer H .4 Co. 33 Beckert W C 33 Benthey & Co 15 Bernheimer Eugene. 16 Berning HG 14 Bindekunst Die — II Bobbink & Atkins.. 19 BostonCo-operative Growers Ex 14 Boston Letter Co.... 32 Brant SD 28 BrodJohn 27 Bruns H N 15 BuckbeeHW 28 Buckley W T Plant Co.... 32 BudlongJA 15 29 BunyardH A 30 Burpee W A &Co.. II Caldwell the Woods- man Co 30 Carmody J D 36 CappsFW 30 CaswpUX 0 24 Chadborn MfgCo...III Chicago Carnation Co 24 Chicago House Wkg Co 36 III CincinCutFlowerCo. 14 Clucas&Boddington II Conard &, Jones Co. . 21 Conley Foil Co 33 Cottage Gardens 28 Craig Robt &Son... 31 Crow! Fern Co 30 Cunningham DO.. Glass Co 32 Cunningham Jos H. . 32 Dailledouze Bros 26 Davis Bros 31 Dayton Paper Nov- elty Co 33 Deamud J B 14 DesMoines Plant Co. 31 Detroit Flower Pot Mty 32 Dietsch A & Co 35 Diller Caskey & Co. Ill Dillon JL 21 25 Dirken B W 19 Dorner F A Sons Co I DreerH A 19 36 Dunne & Co 33 East'n Chemical Co 3ri Eaton HN 16 Eichholz Henry 31 EiseleC 31 KUis Frank M 14 Ellwanger*•♦•♦♦•♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦ "DORIC" HEATER. gnnnnmmTTmTmTmTmTmmTTfmTmmnmmTmTfmmTmnmfTmmTmmmTnmc PROTECT Your Plants From Freezing in Cold | Weather by getting a --, t LEHMAN WAGON HEATER ICn nnn *^ ^^®- Recommended by all florists who luUiUUll have them In use. Coat of heating from Fuel is but ONE-HALF CENT AN HOUR. Write for circular or price list to-day. LEHMAN BROS., JAS. W. ERRINGER, = MANUFACTURERS. 10 Bond St., NEW YORK. General Western Sales Agent, 287 Wabash Ave.. CHICAQO. EimuAiitituuutiiiuiiiiUiiimtiuuuumiiiimiiumiitutimiiiiiiiiiAiiimmuiimmUia Please mention theAmettcan yiortst when wfiiin£- fm l^wm§m llnL^iiiir Hmerica is "tba Prow of the JIbssbI; thera may be mars comfort Rmiiships, but tjib are the Srst to touch Ualcnawn teas." Vol. XVIII. CHICAQO AND NEW YORK, FEBRUARY 8, 1902. No. 714. fihiiE ^msm^m fiumssr Sevbntkehth Yeab. Copyright 1903, by American Florist Company. Entered aa Second-Class Mail Matter. PUBLISHID BVBBY SATUBDAT BT AMERICAN FLORIST COMPANY, 334 Dearborn St., Chicago. Baitorn Offlco: 79 Milk St., Boston. Subscription, $1.00 a year. To Europe, 13.00. Subscriptions accepted only from the trade. SOCIETY OF AMERICAN FLORISTS AND ORNAMENTAL HORTICULTURISTS. OrFiCBES — John Burton Philadelphia, Pa., president; J. W. C. Deake, Asheville, N. C, vice- president; Wm. J. Stewart, 79 Milk Street, Boston, Mass., secretary; H. B. Bkattt, Oil City, Pa., treasurer. The eighteenth annual meeting will be held at Aaheville, N. C, August, 1902. AMERICAN ROSE SOCIETY. Annual meeting at New York, March 11-13. 1902, Leonabd Babeon, 136 Liberty St., New York, secretary. THE AMERICAN CARNATION SOCIETY. Annual convention at Indianapolis, February, 19 and 30, 1903. Albebt M. Hbbb, Lancaster, Fa., secretary. CHRYSANTHEMUM SOCIETY OF AMERICA. Annual meeting at Asheville, N. 0., Aug^ist, 1902. Edwin Lonsdale, Chestnut Hill, Pa., Sec'y. THIS ISSUE 40 PACES WITH COVER. CONTENTS. Specialists for stock seed growing 37 Cutting, packing and shipping flowers 38 The American Carnation Society 39 Indianapolis (map) 39 Carnations — Aa pot plants 39 —Causes of split calyxes 49 Banquet at New Haven 41 Banquet at Orange. N. J 41 American Rose Society 42 Primulas tor the greenhouse and home (illus.)..42 Keeping l >iality of carnations 43 Floricult'. ral opportunities 43 Flore cas.^e' covers (illus.) 41 Plar for iiree 'lOuses 4( Wita the .-r : ters— P. Reinberg, Chicago,(illus )4.t Chicago 47 New York 47 Boston 47 Society of An. Tican Florists 48 The rose i:<:Muin 48 Obituary — Thomas J. Winters 48 — James Comley (portal t) 48 — Charles Connon (portrait) 49 The seed trade 54 Farm rs' institute for Philadelphia county. .t1 The nursery trade 58 Our pastimes 58 Philadelphia .58 Cleveland 60 Buffalo 63 Cincinnati 64 Kalamazoo 66 Baltimore 68 San Francisco 70 Specialists for'Stock]Seed Growing. Now that Mr. Eckford's catalogue for 1902 puts in its appearance it suggests a very pertinent message for the season. I ask myself how it is that year after year on such a limited piece of ground he can get the same uniiorm result, and gladden the eye of any visitor with such a display ot culinary and sweet peas. Every one sees at Wem the same green forest of trials of culinary peas, a num- berless list of sorts, and each row show- ing its own characteristics at their best — thrifty growth, ambitiously podded, the science of the thing standing right out to prove a progressively intelligent work. While the sweet pea problem is difierent from the culinary, since a longer season of bloom is the aim, and blossoms rather than podding qualities are the criterion, still at Wem each in its way produces year after year the results that intelli- gent labor has a right to expect. Mr. Eckford has no such cataclysm of utter failure to paralyze his ambition as we have had in this country. But then, he has his great success with his own well accli- mated seed. And I am tempted to warn my English and Scotch friends not to risk their chances on the seductive tempta- tions that have beguiled us to our ruin. There is no reason why we could not have a hundred Eckfords in this country in all parts of our diversified territory, emulat- ing him, competing with him, laying foundation each year for better work the next. And there is every reason why we should now go to work intelligently and bring this desirable and possible thing to pass. And if the difficulties are mastered on the sweet pea it will insure a new era for the whole field of floricul- ture. The greatest discouragement we have in American floriculture is just this which is illustrated by the collapse of the sweet pea. It has brought us face to face with one of the Sinaitic command- ments of natural law. By violating this law we have brought the inevitable upon ourselves. Just a word of preachment on this law. Nature has distributed its fauna and flora over the earth according to the principle of adaptation. Everything in its native place has a wonderful tenacity of life, and survives in spite of the struggle that nature imposes upon it. We marvel at the vitality of the seed of every wild plant. So, too, this native plant and seed will by virtue of this tenacity of life bear transplanting to other climes and conditions to a considerable extent. As long as we have this primitive quality of tenacity of life and hardihood in our favor we can with many plants almost ignore the question of locality and climate. A few years ago the sweet pea had this quality. But what have we been doing? We have been developing it right away from this primitive quality. Worse than that, we demand that nature shall allow us to select our locality where the flower can be developed to the high- est possible quality of blossom, and then select another locality six thousand miles away where the conditions are most favorable for producing a large crop of seed. We demand that nature shall consent to the widest distribution of this seed to a hundred difi'erent local and climatic conditions, not only in America but across the seas. By this time we have developed the life of the plant away from its native hardihood into a delicacy of constitution least able to bear this globe-trotting nervous strain. All the symptoms I have been able to discover of latein this flower have been of this sort. We get a denuded root, a belated bloom, a battle for even a short season of florescence, half the vines succumbing to the first sultry day, or even the first efl'ort to throw out buds, and soon the aphis or the red spider take entire possession. The blossoms at best are but a travesty of their true type, and a disgrace to their name. No self respect- ing man can work under these conditions. Really the problem is in our own hands. Mr. Eckford has done his part grandly. The seed growers have done all they could . The necessities of the trade excul- pate them from all blame. But the fact remains that we have temporarily lost the bloom, a fact which should stimulate rather than discourage us. Just now I have lost my theology, too, and am too busy trying to crawl out from the wreck and get a new start, to do any thing at present in sweet peas; but it is as plain as daylight what needs to be done to recover this flower at its best. If Mr. Eckford can establish and hold his seed stock so that at Wem it will give him results of an assured kind from year to year, the same intelligent work will duplicate his success in every part of America. Let any interested party fling ofi"the temptation of cheap seed, getting, of course, the best seed the market afibrds to start with, and then settling down for a determined efibrt to establish a local character in his own seed stock, such as will produce a normal root, and the qualities of vigor that are necessary for successful culture. It will require patience to get even a few of the best sorts 38 The Americax Florist. Feb. 8, started on the up-grade towards the desired result. I should expect but little result the first year, to make selections from for the second year's planting. But I should begin with all the best colors, using American grown seed to start with, and persistently re-selecting and planting the strongest product of each year. I think that the ratio of progress will be faster alter two or three years. The desired result will not be attained till a normal, old-fashioned, fibrous root is regained. At present nobody is getting anything but a denuded root. Nature will give back to us all that we have lost, under certain limitations. Any man who has an acre of ground, and is willing to put four to ten years' labor on the experi- ment, using of course scientific methods for preparation of soil and culture, would at least get a strain of seed that he and his neighbors could depend upon. And even if there could be put back the vigor that our trade stock had ten years ago it would be good news to the floral world. My idea would be to have strong sweet pea seed stock localized in as many different states as possible. And if we can thus localize good American strains, then we can carry the flower up in qual- ity, and hold it up, and still get uniform results from year to year. This does not mean cheap seed, but it does mean that those who want to grow this flower will have some available source of supply of such stock as will give them results such as Mr. Eckford's home grown seed give him. It is time we saw the folly of vio- lating nature's! law of adaptation. We cannot expect these highly developed floral products to adjust their sensitive quality to such violent exactions as we have made onto them. The more highly developed they are the more they will resent change of location and climate. If I were a big seed jobber or wholesale grower I should select only a moderately favorable locaUty, and put some intelli- gent man onto this experiment. I say a moderately favorable locality, for if the root strength is put back into the stock in such locality, the seed growers could grow from this a trade stock that would adjust itself to a pretty wide range of territory. A few people are still getting what they call sweet peas from their annual planting, but it is so much like a game of chance that we cannot generalize on the scattered cases. Now is the time for a renascent genera- tion of real floral enthusiasts, and the freer they are from sordid commercial motives the better. And the lower down they begin in the solution of the problem the better and the more merit. And ■while the further northward one selected the locality for regenerating the sweet pea the easier the apparent success would be, I doubt if it would help us very much here in Massachusetts, or anywhere along the 4-2nd latitude. We have got to have the whole category of strong qualities put back into this flovirer before we can enthuse on it again in this region. This means that somebody must localize for us a seed stock of the sweet pea, and restore to it such a basis of inherent vigor that we shall have a foundation not only to do our summer's work on, but so that we can compete with Mr. Eckford in building up the finest grandi- flora type of each color. Whatuseis it for us to plant seed of Miss Wilmot when we cannot at present grow even the old origi- nal Orange Prince? Nothing but a thorougly localized seed stock can give ut a basis to work on that will have any warrant of success In it. No kind of spe- cious apology for the present situation is going to help us one iota. No suggestions about fungus or parasite are of any account. There is a law of nature, fol- lowing which we shall find a normal basis of natural health to work on. I do not mean to say that we can hybridize and develop a flower up to the highest notch of nervous beauty and expect it will have all the hardihood of a Dutch maiden, but the only way to get enough constitution to build a high development on is to localize the particular strain we are at work on. Even though it be a fact that the introduction of blood from another strain or locality may have a tendency to improve the stock, yet the foundation stock must be thoroughly localized in order to reduce to a minimum the uncertainties of our work. Our chances of stumbling on success in high grade THE LATE CHARLES CONNON. (See {age 49.) floriculture are all the while lessening. And our enthusiasm will be very evanes- cent unless we can have a science that will have some guarantee of uniform results. I believe the great law of adap- tation will do just this for us, If we will go to work persistently on a strain of sweet pea seed stock, and localize it. I have said enough for once. The iiuestion branches out in many directions, accord- ing as trade interests and amateur enthu- siasm are affected. I notice that Mr. Eckford confined his new introductions to three sorts this sea- son. They are Jeanie Gordon, bright rose shading into cream; Gracie Green- wood, soft cream, shaded pink, deeping at edge; Lord Rosebery, rosy magenta. The 100-page report of the Crystal Palace celebration of 1900 seems now to be in print and is offered in Mr. Eckford's catalogue. He makes a valuable color classification of all the recognized sorts. W. T. HUTCHINS. Austin, Minn. — A. N. Kinsman & Com- pany have bought glass and other mate- rial for two houses of 5000 square feet area to be built in the spring. Lawrence, Mass.— A. H. Wagland is fitting up a first-class florists' store at the corner of Broadway and Whitman street, and contemplates building three greenhouses on the adjoining grounds. Cutting, Packing and Shipping Flowers. \A paper read bejore the f'tortsis' Club oj Phila- delphia^ February 4, by George M. Mos$.\ Under the head of cut flowers, as the term implies, we must necessarily include everything from the choicest of orchids down to the common "green goods." Almost anyone could clip off a string of smilax, or pick adiantum, but it takes a man with some knowledge of the finer flowers to cut them properly. In my few remarks I am not going to lay the law down to each and every grower as to just how he shall, or shall not, cut his flowers, but will merely give my personal views, as I see them from day to day, which, however, may differ very widely from those of the experienced grower of the present day. First, we must take the weather into consideration and cut the different varie- ties of flowers accordingly. Take, for instance, the rose. In cold weather it should not be cut as close as it should in warm weather, as it will open very little until put in a warm room, while in warmer weather it will blow open very quickly if not cut tight. The grade of really first-class roses as they leave the greenhouse is frequently lowered before they reach the commission man, simply on account of bad judgment in cutting and packing. The carnation is another flower that needs our attention. Don't leave it on the plant until it Is fully developed. It may look very pretty in your greenhouse, but that doesn't bring you in dollars and cents. Cut it before it reaches the state of perfection, so familiar to us all, and give the retailer a chance to display it in his show windows "before it begins to lose its natural beauty," where the flower buying public may admire it. This is where you must look for your revenue in the first place. The violet is another flower that demands our special attention. Three or four years ago it was very difficult to find a really good bunch of violets, while by persistent hammering at the growers the commission man is enabled to offer some magnificent bunches of the Prin- cess of Wales and Lady Campbell varie- ties. The same rule should apply to all other varieties of cut flowers. After the flowers are cut, the greatest care should be used in handling them before shipping to mar- ket. The stems should be stood in water for a few hours, so that the flowers may have a chance to harden sufficiently to stand shipment. Vaults or cool rooms are a good place to keep them, provided they are not too damp and are well ven- tilated. After the flowers are ready for ship- ment the greatest care should be taken in the packing. Right here is where many a first-class flower Is spoiled and the grower cannot understand why they are graded as seconds or thirds. Some of the growers should see their consign- ments opened. If they could there would possibly be fewer kicks registered with the poor commission man. It would be worth one's while to visit some wholesale establishment and inspect the various consignments as they arrive in the course of a day. Some of our more up-to-date growers have taken advantage of the times and pack their flowers in suitable boxes, using wax paper or tissue paper to protect them, while many still cling to the newspapers and soap box. It goes without saying that the former are the more successful and are the ones who are building new houses each year. tgo2. The American Florist. 39 Some consignments arrive in good con- dition, showing that the grower fully recognizes their worth and handles them accordingly, while others come out of the boxes in horrible condition, shomng that the sole aim was to get them into any old box, and catch the first train. To these growers I would suggest that they invest in some suitable shipping boxes, also some tissue or wax paper. They need not buy the expensive grades of paper, as used by the retailer, and then get up an hour earlier in the morning. Then possibly there would be less second- class and third-class flowers on the market and much better prices would be realized from the consignments. Another grevious mistake some growers make is packing from 1,000 to 15,000 carnations in one box. What is to become of those at the bottom? The drippings of the top ones must go some- where and naturally they go to the bot- tom of the box, where most likely the white flowers are. One can no doubt imagine in what condition they arrive at their destination. Then the grower wants to know why his carnations are marked second-class, while those from his neighbor, which were no better, apparently, when shipped, are all firsts. Possibly this same neighbor is keeping up to the times and knows how to take care of his flowers. One or two tiers, according to the depth of the box, will reUeve the pressure and the bottom flowers will come out as good as those occupying the top berth. After the flowers arrive at the various commission houses they should be graded ; careful handling raises the grade to the highest possible point, and display to the best advantage to thereby attract the retail buyer's eye. There is more than likely to be some poor ones in every ship- ment. If so, keep them out of sight, unless they are called for especially. As a general rule the retailer will not look at that kind of stock, but what a howl he makes when it is sold to the street merchants. What are we going to do with it? If the gro wer sends that kind of stufif to the wholesaler, it must be moved and the street seller Is the only outlet. At times when there is a general scarcity of flowers, the retailer is glad to get what at other times he turns up his nose at, and don't ask you if they are fresh when he sees you take them out of the box. There are two classes of buyers, the local and out of town. The former selects his own stock and always gets the best (at least he thinks he does), while the latter has to rely on the honesty and ability of the commission man. Perfect harmony should prevail between the grower and the commission man that the latter may know just what to expect from each and every shipper. By work- ing together each will derive much ben- efit. American Carnation Society. RATES TO INDIANAPOLIS. The trade papers are full of invitations for the delegates to the carnation con- vention to stop enroute and just by way of a little caution it might be well to state that to secure the rate of a fare and one-third no stop-ofl privileges are allowed unless they can be arranged with the local ticket agent for the trip going. This is one serious disadvantage for us carnation men, as we like to make all sorts of stops right in the growing sea- son, but if we expect to get and hold this fare and one-third it will not do for many THE CITY OF INDIANAPOLIS, ITS PUBLIC BUILDINGS AND HOTELS. 1 Grand. 4 Lorrette. 7 Oneida. 3 English. s Circle Park. 8 Lorraine. 3 Denison. 6 Spencer. 9 Occidental. parties to buy their tickets in any other way, for if we are one short of the necessary 100 we will not get the rate. Albert M. Herh. s. a. f. medals. Intending competitors for these will please note that they are not to be given unless the judges consider the variety worthy, and the judges would hardly consider an exhibit of less than a dozen blooms as worthy of the medal; in fact, as suggested by the American Florist, there should not be less than twenty-five for fair competition. It was an oversight of the writer not to specify such a num- ber instead of giving it as received. Albert M. Herr, Sec'y. DBPARTMENT OFREGISTRATION. Dailledouze Brothers, Flatbush, N. Y., register AUce Roosevelt, color clear shell pink, of the Daybreak order, stem stiffest we know of, size three inches, calyx never splits, form nice and even, foliage good and broad, good grower and constant bloomer with no surplus grass. Albert M. Herr, Sec'y. AN INVITATION. For the accommodation of visitors to the convention at Indianapolis and who are expecting to go as far as Chicago, James Hartshorne,of the Chicago Carna- tion Company, intends running a special car on the Rock Island road from Chi- cago, to stop at their greenhouses at Toliet, and return. All those who are likely to accept this invitation, please send a postal notifying him what hour and day would best suit their ■ con- venience, so that his arrangements may be made not to conflict with any of their own plans. Watch for him at Indianap- olis, and he will notify you as to the arrangements he has made. CARNATIONS. CARNATIONS AS POT PLANTS. It seems to me very strange that the American Carnation Society has never made any sort of an effort to bring out the carnation as a pot plant. It may be that the society is so dazzled by what has been accomplished in the develop- ment of the carnation as a cut flower that it believes such to be the flower's only mission. But it is not so, I am very sure. Well grown flowering plants of all kinds are running a neck to neck race with cut flowers, but I do not think either will distance the other, because the demand for both is increasing each year. This brings me to what I know can be done. Of the thousands of seedlings now being raised annually there are scores which have fine compact habit of growth, with foliage the color of blueberries, flowers borne on short stems, and buds carried in clusters of from three to five and about 40 The American Florist. Feb. 8, two or three ioches in diameter. Many of the flowers are of the finest colors. Now, what happens to them? Why, down they go to oblivion, when, if they were rightly tended and properly grown, I do not see why pot plants with twenty or more trusses of flowers, each truss five or SIX inches in diameter, shonld not be produced and retail for at least $1 50. This is a modest estimate in any case, and it may be that some of the crack growers could produce plants good enough to sell for twice $1 50. However, 1 am not predicting. Looking backward, I have in my mind's eye the dear old La Purite. Snowden, my old Meteor, that I brought with me when I came across the pond; and my Isabel and Beatrice, that were great pot plants in their time. Perhaps some suggestions as to how they should be grown would be of value. This is how, or about how, I would grow them. Take the plants up from the open ground any time they are ready and drop them into 9-inch shallow pots, such as we use now-a-days for azaleas, and so forth. Make the soil firm and feed well. See that the drainage is good. Don't botch the potting. The one plant in a pot business has been knocked into smithereens; instance the five or six plants in a pot of palms and other things. If it is legitimate with such things, why not with carnations, geraniums or any other plants? Well, supposing one wants to show carnations in pots at the exhibitions next November or wants them for use at Christmas or Easter, select well rooted plants now and place them in 2Vi-inch pots. Keep them cool and let them grow •tocky. In the early May select a sunny place outdoors, on well drained soil, and set the plants eighteen inches apart each way. Take a piece of V2 inch or 1-inch board ten inches square and place it five inches below thesurface of the soil. Then take plain roofing paper and cut into strips five inches wide and two feet long. Dip these in thick lime wash and let them dry. Then make them into cylinders, which will be abouteight inchesindiame- ter,and place them on the boards sunken in the ground. Fill these improvised pots with the best soil you have, and plant in each circle six of the carnation plants, one in the center and five around it, making the soil very firm. Fill in around the paper pot with the general soil of the field and make that firm. As the plants develop pull out — do not cut — the center of each plant and select four or five of the strongest growths as they appear. Pull out all the grass except the selected shoots. Don't let the outside plants interfere; with the center one, or vice versa. Take off a few of the largest leaves, so as to balance the whole, and don't be afraid to put a little labor in their treatment, for they will repay you. You can gauge the time it takes for the development of the flowers, and if you have the right sorts you will pick out the center buds and let the side shoots develop— and there you'll be. John Thorpe. causes of split calyxbs. Bursted calyxes seem to be giving an unusual amount of trouble this season, and of all the aggravating things that happen to carnations this is perhaps the worst, as it is usually the very finest flowers that are subject to it. Some varieties are especially subject to this trouble and where it is a part and parcel of the natural habit of the variety we can expect from twenty-five to fifty per cent bursted flowers with the very best treatment and must figure on these in estimating the value of the variety in question. Some of these varieties pro- duce such magnificent flowers that fifty per cent of the cut being good makes them worth growing, as seconds can often be made use of. Varieties not subject to this trouble will under certain conditions burst quite badly and by hunting for the cause the remedy can be found. The one condition that will produce bursted flowers in the greatest quantity is a low temperature, or sudden changes of temperature. Per- haps the best average temperature for all carnations is 50° at night and 60° to 70° during the day. Some will stand 10° lower without bursting and some want 5° to 10° more heat. Now is the time to note these diflerences and remember them when planting next winter. When a night fireman is employed he THE LATE JAMES COMLEY. (See page 48.) can make three or four trips through the houses each night and see that the proper temperature is maintained by turning ofi' or turning on a pipe or two as may be demanded. Where automatic ventilation is used this constant watching can be dispensed with, but where neither of these two conveniences is at hand the grower has to work under adverse con- ditions and needseveryadjunctavailable. With a night fireman I have found it a good investment to purchase a dozen registering thermometers at a cost of $2.50 each. They are a satisfaction to me and keep the night man attending to his duties, as he knows the thermometers will record any failure or inattention during the night. The thermometers register the highest and lowest point reached in the house during the night and are thoroughly reliable. This regis- tration will often be a surprise to some growers and very olten will explain the bursting of calyxes by showing that the house has at some time during the night fallen as low as 40° or lower. Where the proper temperature is main- tained one will have to look }or other causes and the next greatest trouble will be found in over-feeding, a fault found in many cases, as the demand for large flowers leads many growersto make this error, and it has to be a pretty strong calyx that will stand it. Over watering will also produce split calyxes, as the plant cells are unduly expanded by the excessive moisture and often when the soil is too full of water the temperature of the soil is much lower than that of the house. This adds to the trouble, especially so in dark weather. A careful attention to these points will in most cases overcome the difficulty and the fault is well worth overcoming, as split calyxes make quite a rednction in the grower's receipts. Albert M. Hbrr. temperatures for variods sorts. Ed. Am. Florist :— Please indicate night and day temperatures best suited to the fol lowing carnations: White Cloud, Flora Hill, Norway, Peru, Bone Homme Richard, Mrs. Joost, Dorothy, Lawson, Crane, Maceo, Prosperity and Irene. Western Grower. This is one of the most important sub- jects connected with carnation growing and to get the best possible results from the plants an even and regular tempera- ture must at all times be maintained. I have found Mrs. Thos. Lawson, Flora Hill and Prosperity to give best results in a night temperature of 54° to 56°. White Cloud is a variety that is very sus- ceptible to thrip and red spider and must therefore be grown in a temperature of not more than 50° at night. Peru, on account of its scant petalage and rather weak stems, does best when given the same treatment. Mrs. F. Joost, G.H. Crane and Gen. Maceo require a night temper- ature of 52° to 54°. We are growing about 2,000 plants of Bon Homme Richard and it has done admirably to date. I find that it does its best at 54° to 56° at night. Dorothy, Norway and Irene we have not grown. Referring to day temperature, we give all of our carnations a temperature of 58° to 60° on dull days, with a small crack of ventilation. To maintain this it is sometimes necessary to keep a little steam running through one of the pipes. When the weather is fine and bright we aim to get all the iresh air onto our plants that we can without causing a draught. On such days the temperature sometimes runs up to 70°, but this will do no harm providing there is plenty of ventilation. As the sun goes off" the glass it will be necessary to watch the ventila- tors closely, also do not allow the tem- perature to fall too low belore putting on steam, but aim to have the thermo- meters register the proper night temper- ature by the time the sun has left the house. Chas. W.Johnson. CARNATIONS IN AUSTRALIA. The following particulars, from a well known firm ol Australian growers, appear in an Antipodean contemporary: •'We believe that the American carna- tion will enjoy a considerable measure of popularity in Australia when their quali- ties are known. We may say that we unsuccessfally tried to import a small shipment of the best perpetual carnation in ICngland from Charles Turner, of Slough. They arrived two weeks ago, half being rotten, the other hall just showing faint signs of life, expiring sparks evidently, for they've 'gone home' now, and our two dozen dead plants cost us 'J" odd to land here. Same thing happened last year, and we are now giving up trying to import perpetaals. The borders being of hardier constitution will carry with far less risk, but carna- tion lovers here in Australia won't look igo2. The American Florist. 41 THE LATE JAMES COMLEY IN THE MIDST OF HIS FAMOUS RHODODENDRONS. (SEE PAGE 48.) at border!, lo it's little use importing them. We note that in Victoria and New South Wales the phrase 'annual carnation' is used in place of the English phrase 'border,' and this may be more understandable to the outside public, though there is a chance of confusing it ■with the 'Margaret,' which is often grown as an 'annual.' "It seems certain to us that the Austra- lian tree carnation is rapidly being improved, and that if as great improve- ments take place in the next ten years as in the past ten we shall have something in front of us worth living for." Banquet at New Haven. The first banquet of the reorganized New Haven Horticultural Society, held at the Tontine Hotel on Tuesday evening, February 4, was an unqualified success in every particular, a credit to the society and a generous endorsement of the well- directed efforts of the prime movers in the resuscitation of the body which had been so long inactive. Fifty gentlemen were present and did full justice to a well- served repast, while an excellent orches- tra played, and then listened to the flow of oratory that was let loose until mid- night struck. Toastmaster J, N. Cham- pion read a number of letters from guests unable to come and gave some interesting facts in connection with the early history of the society, which was organized in 1830, and made hopeful predictions for future usefulness under new guidance and the influence of young blood. W- J. Stewart, ot Boston, extended congratulations and, bespeaking the prosperity of the organization, warned against dissentions and those who so often, in newly formed societies, hinder and discourage development by opposi- tion, fault-finding or personal animosi- ties. Referring to the remarkable career of the Massachusetts society he advised an imitation of the policy of that body in acquiring and holding real estate which would appreciate in value and thus furnish the needed foundation for financial strength. J. F. Huss, of Hartford, brought best wishes from the Hartford Florists' Club and told of its success, also the good progress made by the Lenox Horticult- ural Society. He made an enthusiastic reference to the growing public apprecia- tion of fine gardening and the splendid opportunities for developing this in the laying out of herbaceous borders and high-class shrubbery plantations. Mr. Keith, superintendent of the Bridge- port park system, told some of his side- splitting stories in his inimitable manner. Of the local speakers were John Doughty, who presented an optimistic view ot the future, the present occasion being evidence that the right men actuated by the right spirit are at the helm, and relegated grum- blers to the rear; Mr. Ferrier, who agreed that grumblers are bad but maintained that kickers are good and healthy for any society, a good squabble occasion- ally furnishing incentive for all to pull together when it was over; Mr. Gar- diner, to whom much credit is due for the awakened interest, who spoke of the value of regular exhibitions; Mr. Carpen- ter, an amateur, who applauded the har- monious spirit manifested; Mr. Thomp- son and Mr. Woodward, each of whom had a good fund of stories, and Mr. Grove, who made a spirited protest against the retail florists of New Haven for ignoring the home growers and going to other markets for theirplants, remind- ing his hearers that a good grower must be intelligent but pertinently inquiring "What's theuseof being intelligent unless you are paid for being intelligent?" His assertion that money counts was loudly applauried. Messrs. Ferrier, Morton and Handy- side sang several songs very acceptably. Tbe banquet hall was prettily decorated, E. J. Morse contributing carnations and smilax, F. G.Horn tulips and carnations, John Doughty a fine specimen Lorraiae begonia and J. N. Champion palms. Banquet at Orange, N. J. The seventh annual dinner ot the New Jersey Floricultural S iciety, at Orange, Wednesday evening, February 5, was one of the best in history. Nearly half a hun- dred were present. President John Hayes presided and John N May acted as toast- master. Dr. Ward, of the State Horti- cultural Society was the first speakrr and extended good wishes. He recounted the history of his society and its objects and complained of the small state appro- priation therefor. Wm J Stewart, of Boston, next responded for the S A. F. He told of the motives back of its organi- zation, the spirit of union which was its inception and the spirit of progress, which is its guiding influence. He con- trasted the typical horticultural litera- ture at the time ot the society's founda- 42 The American Florist. Feb. S, tion and to-day, crediting the society with being the main incentive for the progress made. Mr. Totty ,of the Morris County Society, responded for sister societies and Henry Bird for florists past and present. Mr. Bird drew an impressive parallel between old and new conditions of culture, green- house construction and so forth and pre- dicted more and more systematizing and and specialization in the floriculture of the future. Mr. O'Mara spoke to the toast to the seedsmen in his customary witty manner, occasioning much laughter and applause. Touching the question ot a national flower he said the seedsmen would never favor the sunflower or any- thing else the seed of which ia worth 10 cents a quart; rather choose something which brings "a dollar a pinch." He said for himself he favored the potato blossom as something representing the economics and heroics of American life but was afraid the A. P. A. would object. Seriously, he recommended the aquilegia. He paid his compliments to the national government for its performances in the seed business and quoted approvingly George Watson's recent scintillations in the American Florist. "Our pastimes" was the toast responded to by J. A. Shaw, who also read original verses illustrating the beauties of the Oranges. Dr. Kitchen described some recent experiments in soil chemistry and J. B. Davis was as gallant as ever in his response for the ladies, telling of their increasing importance in floriculture and describing the provision made for their education at Cornell University. S. S. Butterfield, Henry Bird , George Smith and Peter Duff all con- tributed to the musical part of the exercises and Mr. May received a vocifer- ous vote of thanks as an ideal toast- master. American Rose Society. The secretary of the American Rose Society has prepared the preliminary premium list of special prizes for the exhi- bition in connection with the meeting at New York on March 11 to 13. Most important is the Stoeckel prize for six vases, six varieties, twenty-five blooms of each, first money being $50, second $30 and third $20. The executive com- mittee prize is tor a display of roses in pots and the trophy is a silver cup valued at $100. The American Rose Company offers $25 for twenty-five blooms of Golden Gate and Mrs. Thos. Newbold offers a like sum for fifty blooms ot Lib- erty. The president's prize of $25 is for three vases, two of which shall be for Bride and Bridesmaid and the third not American Beauty, twenty-five blooms ot each. H. A. Siebrecht offers a cup valued at $150 for a display ot hybrid perpetual rose plants in not less than 8-inch pots. This trophy is only to be held one year. The Sturgis silver medal is for the best vase of Lamarque and theS.A.F. medals are offered for the best new roses of American origin. Novelties will be given the society's certificate. The secretary reports that members are paying their subscriptions rapidly, but he wishes to increase the list. No election to membership is necessary, the mere sending of $3 to Leonard Barron, 136 Liberty street. New York, constituting one a member. Elaborate plans are being made for the literary part of the session at B;rkeley Lyceum theatre. Samuel Parsons, Dr. Van Fleet, Jas. Wood, Dr. Hney and Dr. Halsted are among those who will speak. Primulas for the Greenhouse and Home. That primulas have a well merited value for greenhouse culture all must acknowledge. Many in the past have made them subjects of their skill, and we to-day are enjoying the advantages of improved varieties and new forms par- ticularly suitable for greenhouse culture and exhibiting many features with which the past generations were unfamiliar. Apart from their value as plants for the home they afford cut flowers which are by no means to be despised, and their season of flowering renders them almost indispensable to the gardener and florist. The comparative simplicity of their culture is alike advantageoustothe ama- PniMULA STELLfTA, GROWN BYTF. CANNING GARDENER TO S. T. BODINE. teur and florist. Certain rules in their management are necessary, however, and considering that the object in view is to have well established plants by autumn it will be evident that sowing the seed early is advisable, March and April being the better months. Another advantage derived from early sowing is in having the seedlings sufficiently advanced to withstand the early summer heat. Good and ample drainage with well cleaned pots is essential, also soil light and rich in texture, which should consist of three parti turfy loam, one part leaf mold or peat, one part sand and a reasonable proportion of cow manure or other good fertilizer. Their subsequent treatment consists of potting on as required, and plenty of light, avoiding full sunshine. Careful watering and an occasional moistening of their foliage will keep them growing. A convenient frame or greenhouse where these conditions are readily applied is admirable, and by autumn excellent plants in 4 inch, 5-inch or 6inch pots will result. These form the most salient features of primrose culture. Certain individual requirements, however, are necessary for their winter treatment, the more important being the constant stir- ring of the soil on the surface of the pots, a temperature of about 50° by night, judicious care in watering and airing and, as spring advances, a light shading not only prevents the flowers from bleach- ing but increases the longevity and use- fulness of the plants. Primula Sinensis, the Chinese primrose, has perhaps received more general culti- vation than any other variety. As a greenhouse plant It is desirable, but one of its principal charms is its adaptability to massing the plants together !n one receptacle. Three plants from 5-inch pots placed in a 10-inch pan, or smaller plants from later sowings, are excellent for the home. Sphagnum serves as an excellent medium if placed firmly around the young plants. Primula stellata: As a grower of this variety from its introduction, I consider it well merits a place In a collection. The improved forms with larger flowerscover- ing a wide range of colors makes it far more desirable than when it first appeared. The habit of growth— tall, with frequent whorls of flowers — lends a certain grace which many admire. Primula Forbesii, the babyprimrose, is certainly a grand acquisition. Thrip seems to be its natural enemy during the summer months, but frequent applica- tions of nickotecn will hold it in check until the cool weather, when it amply repays for the trouble. It is excellent in pots or pans for the home and one of the daintiest vases for parlor decoration can be arranged with the flowers, which last a long time. Should any plants remain as spring approaches equally satisfactory results may be produced by dividing them into small portions, potting off into small pots and thus avoiding the process of seed sowing, which is tedious and some- times unreliable. Primula obconica in its improved form, with large and fringed flowers in white, lilac and pink of varying intensity, makes excellent plants forthe greenhouse and home, and also furnishes an abund- ance of fragrant cut flowers. If large plants are deiired they can be grown a a second year by plunging the pots in a shaded position during the summer, hut for general purposes plants from seed are more satisfactory. Primula floribunda, when grown In ig02. The American Florist. 43 pans, is suitable for home decoration. In small pots the plants add interest to a collection when arranged on shelves near the glass, where they flower a con- siderable time. Primula verticillata should be grown by all lovers of these useful plants, its long tubular flowers and mealy foliage being very attractive. A damp, stagnant atmosphere is to be avoided with this variety to obtain the best results. Primula Auricula one can hardly expect to grow as in Europe, but it is sufficiently interesting to deserve some considera- tion. The plants are grown from year to year and during the summer and autumn they are given sufficient water to keep their somewhat fleshy roots healthy. Repot in early winter, when they com- mence to grow. It may be mentioned that all varieties when well established are benefited by occasional applications of manure water or fertihzer. Francis Canning. Keeping Quality of Cirnations. I am glad to see the wholesalers get- ting stirred up on the carnation matter. We retailers have been kicking and scold- ing and complaining for a long time about sleepy and split carnations, and little attention has been paid to our tales of woe. It is enough to make a man cuss his grandmother to receive a box of carnations in the morning, look- ing drowsy when unpacked, and ready to be put to bed by the middle of the afternoon. There is something wrong with the carnations; they do not keep and an irre- parable injury will be done to the flower trade unless some remedy is found. Where, in former days, our customers could keep carnations nearly a week, they say they will not now last for twenty-four hours. Some have quit buy- ing them entirely, going back to roses. What is the matter, anyway? Various have been the theories advanced, some evidently practical, others not so. I, too, have my theory. I believe the growers let them get over-ripe before cutting. Such is the rage for a big crop of big flowers with long stems that will bring a big price that they are left on the plants too long before cutting, and are three and four days old when the stores get them on their counters for sale, over- ripe, sleepy and ready to close up. It seems as if every grower who sends to the wholesale markets is forcing his plants at the highest temperature, to bring on big crops, which, when marketed are soft and flabby, with no substance, hence do not last long, stems two feet or more long, so slim and slender that they cannot hold op the flowers, too heavy for the support, so soft that if you look right hard at them they will break ofi. Don't put the blame on the retailer's cooler, not mine at least, for it is a good one, eight feet high, the same width, and three feet deep, kept clean, and ventilated by the doors being opened many times every day, putting stock out and in. Over-ripe stock will go to sleep in it or on the counter, or in my window, which is cool. My remedy may not be the best and only, but I think it would be well for all growers to cut their flowers before fully matured and keep theminacool cellar or other storage room twelve hours before sending to market. Keeping the houses cooler would produce a less number of flowers but of finer quality and lasting. There would not be so many thousands to %^ ^fe'A" PRIMULA OBOONICA GRANDIFLORA. unload onto the fakirs at prices ruinous to the growers, but more good stock lor the retail stores. I believe most of the country retailers — in cities and towns away from the large cities— do not want items thirty and thirty six inches long, but rather stout ones eighteen to twenty- four inches long, holding up a good-sized flower, not bursted or overgrown. The growers who will recognize the wants of a large number of retailers for solid flowers, will be the ones to reap the benefits. The matter is entirely in the hands of the growers, who can and will produce carnations that will not become drowsy as soon as put on the retailer's counter. Senex. Floricultural Oppor'unities. From a paper under this caption, read by J. B. Davis, of Orange, N. J., at a recent meeting of students in the horti- cultural department of Cornell Univer- sity, we take the following paragraphs: Within a few days a statement has been made by our government, the result of careful inquiry, that there existed 6,159 establishments engaged in floricul- ture as a business, and it has seemed to me that we might profitably spend the time to-night in a brief survey of the fac- tors which go to make up this occupa- tion. The most important man to-day in floriculture is the grower— not he who simply works a contracted area under glass in the growing of a few flowers, but the man who brings intelligence and preparation, united with his best eflforts to this end. Quite near my home in New Jersey we have a few men who have merited attention not only as growers but as originators. Ernst Asmus, who introduced the Liberty rose, has an extensive plant in Hoboken; W. A. Manda, of South Orange, has named and introduced many new plants. His prep- aration for this work commenced at the bench and he raised himself by his own eflorc to the position that he fills to-day. John N. May, of Summit, within a few months has given us the new rose, Mrs. Ames. Mr. May, I am told, commenced in a small way at the bottom of the lad- der and worked his way up to his high position among the growers of our country. And there is last year's presi- dent of the Society of American Florists who a while ago told us at Orange of the little shock-headed Irish boy who bagan with washing the pots and after- wards was set at weeding at Peter Hen- derson's greenhouses in Jersey City and is to-day a member of that firm. Among growers but occupying a place of far different requirement, is the private gardener whose eff"ort is given to some wealthy family. Men in such positions 44 The American Florist. Feb.S, command from $40 to $100 per month, with perhaps a small house and privi- leges. Many stand prominently before the floral world because of their skill as growers. Ano ther representative gro wer is the man engaged in our public parks. A few years ago he was considered as a laborer and paid as one, but to-day he is upon a par with the grower elsewhere and receiving $75 per month. The preparation of all these men for- merly was at least three years before the bench before they were considered com- petent to bear the name of grower. To-day expectation is directed to the out-put of just such schools as we have here, where something far more thorough is imparted and with a purpose for fitting men for a still higher vocation, that of landscape gardener. If you will glance at the "want column" of our trade papers to-day you will find how fre- quently this is set forth, the demand for growers who also areequipped with this acquirement. Among men who have filled the posi- tion of landscape gardener in a public capacity was Wm. McMillan, who raised himself from a private gardener to the position of superintendent of the Bufialo parks, by his own eflorts, and subie- quently became superintendent of the parks of Essex county, N. J. His succes- sor, Wra. Manning, had preparation as manager of a large private estate. The demand to-day is not only for a more systematic but for a more scientific train- ing, but the artistic quality must be born In the man and comes with a sincere love of nature. To-day no occupation offers so promising a future to young men who, with a taste for this work, will bring also the preparation now required. Fioral Casket Covers. There has been some demand for flow- ers arranged to look like a mat, to lay over the foot of a casket. The wire worker has been employed in most cases call for such pieces seems out of harmony with the general trend of floral fashions but of course we want to supply such designs when ordered. I find the one here illustrated, of carnations and Aspar- agus Sprengeri, the most satisfactory. It is made by laying strands of the asparagus diagonally across a table, hanging down on either side, arranging the pointed ends to hang down and join- ing the item ends with a small piece of wire. Then lay another series of aspara- gus strings crossing the first series. Wire these together where they cross, making a mesh of three inches. You then have a green mat that is pliable and easily han- dled. It is an easy matter to decorate this in various ways with flowers. If an entire pall is wanted, slender strings of smilax used in the same way are prefer- able, as it is more limp and will fold more gracefully. Sometimes we carry a wreath from one side, which is easily extended more or less by use of vines, wiring the flowers on. C. B. W. Plan for Greenhouses. Ed. Am. Florist: — I am planning to build a range of connected houses, 50x100, each house being sixteen feet eight inches wide from center to center of the supports for the iron gutters. The outside walls are eight feet high, the ridges fourteen feet, and each house con- tains four benches thirty-five inches wide and two walks thirty inches wide. The plan contemplates a center post, branch- ing about three-quarters of the way up, one arm running to each side, forming almost a right-angle connection with the sashbars. Would the roof be substanti- ally supported by the branching center posts and the gutter posts ? Could the branches of the center posts be utilized to carry the purlins, the headers for the ventilator sash and the shafting to operate the ventilators? If so, what size of pipe should be used for the main column and its branches? Should the FLORAI. MAT. to make something stiff and cumbersome for employing tinfoil, moss, toothpicks, and so forth, on which the florist wastes a number of flowers and much patience and is constrained only by a florist's modesty from labeling it: "This Is amat, no matter what It may resemble." The ventilators be opposite or alternate, it being proposed to ventilate about half the length on each side? What size should the ventilators be? Should they be hinged to the ridge or the header? Would you recommend any dificrence In the length of the spans, shorter to south, or vice versa? Hot water being used for heating, would three 2 inch pipes under each bench be sufficient to heat the range for rose growing? The location is the Dis- trict of Columbia. Would the circtflation be effective if a 4inch main entered at the northeast corner, proceeded to the west end and thence along the end of the house, constantly on the up grade, feed- ing all the pipes as it passed? The 2-inch pipes would all run down hill to the east end of the range, where they would join another 4-inch pipe returning, still down grade, to the boiler at the northeast comer. Would this be a good style of house for rose growing? J. W. The system of posts described vrill answer, provided the posts in the outside walls vrill not give under the side pres- sure. The vertical posts should be lU- inch and the oblique braces should be 1-inch. The smaller size will answer for the purlins, which can be carried by the branching pipes. Whether the ventilat- ing shafting can also be attached to these braces will depend upon the kind of ventilating machine used. It can be done vrith the Carmody and the Moninger machines, but it will be better to support the shafting for the Challenge and Stand- ard machines by means of brackets fast- ened to the sash bars, although the shaft- ing for these machines can be carried on the braces if desired. The ventilators should be about 72x30 inches and arranged alternately, with the hiags at the ridge. For this style of house the dimension proposed will answer very well. The only change that suggests itself is to slightly reduce the height. The plan shows all the beds, except the two outside ones, to be double, or nearly six feet wide. This is rather too much for roses and unless the beds are divided lengthwise It would be better to reduce the width to four feet, with the outside beds thirty inches. By cutting down the width of the walks to from twenty to twenty-four inches, having at least one walk in each house of the greater width, the bench room will not be materially lessened. If no mains pass through the houses, ten 2-inch pipes will answer for the middle house and eleven or twelve for the others. A 4-inch pipe is not large enough to supply the three houses. It should be at least 5-inch. A better way would be to run a 4 inch flow, or two 3-inch, through each house. They would take the place of three 2-incb returns. L. R. Taft. "Bodock, Which Never Rots." Bodock, the wood mentioned on page 5 of this journal, issue of I'ebruary 1, as the material used for posts by the Haskell .\ venue Floral Company, Dallas, Tex., is what is known at the north as osage or mock orange. The tree is given as Madura aurantiaca by Nicholson but Bailey puts it undtr the head of Toxylon. F. W. Beach, superintendent of the Has- kell Avenue Floral Company, says that it does not seem to be generally known that this wood is particularly valuable for its quality of resisting decay when in the ground. Posts in the ground for years show no sign of decay. Says Mr. Beach: "Bodock is hard to get, but when you do get it, you have something which will stay with you. We have just closed a deal with a mill man in the southern part of Texas, for 200 of these bodock potts for our new houses. They are sawed 4x4 inches and nine feet long and are to cost a trifle over $1.50 each." igo2. The American Florist. 45 WITH THE GROWERS. PBTBR REINBBRG, CHICAGO, ILL. If Peter Fisher, past master in the art of hybridizing, could see the sheet of bloom presented by the three houses of Mrs. Lawson carnation at the establish- ment of Peter Reinberg, it would afford him gratification certainly worth the trip from Indianapolis to Chicago, for it goes without saying that this Bay State wizard ot the camel's hair brush will be on hand at the carnation society's meet- ing this month. Certainly there can be no complaint against Mrs. Lawson for lack of freedom of bloom, for there are few varieties on the mammoth Reinberg place which will g^ve as many flowers per plant as will this largest of the pinks. The only possible ob- jection to its behavior here is that the stems have not yet attained a length of more than fifteen to eighteen inches, which is just a little short of the pres- ent day requirement for a strictly fancy carnation. Next to Mrs. Law- son, the most popular pink on the place is Guardian Angel, the sport from A r m a- zindy. Next season it will be grown very extensively, displacing Mrs. Joost. The sport possesses all the good attributes of Arma- zindy, including free- dom of bloom and length and strength of stem. It has been, probably, the most profitable sort on the place this winter. Mrs. Joost has been largely grown but is regarded as inferior to the sport in many qualities other than that of keeping. There is one section of ten short houses given to Mrs. Leopold Ine, the sport from Tidal Wave. This is almost the color of G. H. Crane and is now in its third year hene. It was planted by the tens of thousands, be- cause of its freedom of bloom. The plants were rather small when benched, and it was rather late in producing its usual quantity of bloom, but now there is a literal forest of buds and the plants are blooming at a rate which insures the variety a permanent place, although next year it may not De planted so heav- ily. The flower is somewhat under the size required for a fancy bloom, but it has excellent form and the stems are good, although not very long. During the latter part of January, when Mrs. Lawson was selling at about $3 per hundred, Mrs. Ine was bringing $1.50, with an occasional bunch being sold at $2. Even in view of the splendid cut afforded by Mrs. Lawson, Mrs. Ine was the more profitable at those prices. Evanston is likely to give way to Mrs. Ine next year. Cerise Queen will have no showing. G. H. Crane is doing very well, much better than in some nearby establish- ments. It is giving a fairly continuous crop and there is very little stem rot. Matt. Weber is the genius in charge here. The Marquis is giving a very fine crop now, but was rather late in getting down to business, as America has also been. There is not a thing on the place which affords greater delight to the average visitor than the benches of Prosperity. It seems, to look at these plants, that the variety must be one of the most sat- isfactory, if not the very best, on the list. These plants are strong, clean, healthy, with many flowering shoots, and appear- ances of giving excellent cuts, flowers of remarkable proportions on long and heavy stems, although they are not A VASE OF BEAUTIES GROWN BY PETER REINBERQ, CHICAGO.^ strong enough to hold the flowers erect. But they say that the development of the buds is so exasperatingly slow that, even at the seeming high price at which the flowers sell, the crop is not a profitable one. Or possibly It would be more accu- rate to say that it is not so profitable as would be the crop from some standard sort occupying the same space. Pros- perity is a great keeper. There are acres of white carnations in the Reinberg place but there is not one which is completely satisfactory. Mr. Reinberg recently had an order for rooted cuttings for a new grower who told him to send what he thought was the best white. He sent Flora Hill and White Cloud, but neither quite fills the bill, and Norway is not fulfilling its early promise. It will, however, be planted more extensively next year and given a more thorough test. Bon Homme Richard is doing nicely, but the flowers are not so large as were the blooms exhibited by the originator last season. Neither are the stems so long, but they carry the flower nicely, and the bloom is well formed. It shows a trace of pink, not as much as in Armazindy, and it shows less and less as the flower attains perfection. In one of the houses there are a few plants of Estelle and it will be benched more largely next year, as the color is very fine and the flowers large, though not well formed, to many tastes. Most of the new sorts for 1902 will be given a trial next year, but in general the plant- ing of carnations vrill be reduced to make " room for more roses. Liberty has been so profitable a crop that the plantation of it will be more than doubled next year, making upward of 25.000 plants. This year they had a good crop in early fall and another just right for Christmas. At pres- ent the crop is off, but there is a promise for a heavy yield toward spring. The grafted stock has been in all respects superior to the plants on their own roots. The grafted plants started away earlier, have given longer and heav- ier stems and larger and better blooms, although probably yieldingno more flow- ers, but bringing rather more money. There are now 10,000 Manetti stocks potted up for grafting for next season. Another of the in- creases next year will be on Sunrise, which Mr. Reinberg thinks one of the most pleas- ing novelties He has done well this season on Mme. Chatenay and it will have larger place next year. There is now a splendid crop of Brides and Brides- maids coming on and the quality of the stock has been excel- lent all season. Mr. Reinberg is fortunate in having the services of two very expert rose growers, the Collins brothers, one of whom is foreman of the place. Through the larger part of the range American Beauty occupies the center benches, with teas on the outside benches. The success with Beauties this season has been rather greater than ever before, the crops being good as to quantity and superior as to quality. The stock throughout looks very clean and strong, and the cut has been fairly regular, although in January considerably below what they would like to have had it. There is an excellent prospect for spring the plants being full of good strong breaks and no blind wood. In previous years this establishment has been affected with an unknown white worm of infinitesimal proportions which has been found in the Beauty buds and has caused the loss of thousands of dollars. Mr. Reinberg was never able to 46 The American Florist. Feb. 8. secure authoritative information as to this pest, but in his own mind he came to the conclusion, after exploding numer- ous theories, that it came from the thrips, ■with which he and every other Beauty grower has had to contend. He started out early in the season to do battle with it, and has waged successful warfare, w^ith insecticide known as "black death," of which he has used several hundred pounds, the cost being only 3 cents per pound by the barrel. This is a very fine black powder, principally used as an anti- dote for potato bugs, but injurious to all insect life. It is applied by dusting the plants and alternated with frequent applications of diluted Paris green has proven very effective. There is not a trace of the worm in the place this win- ter. "Black death" is an arsenical prepa- ration, the same as Paris green, but it has the advantage that it does not harm the foliage. In the propagating department they have already rooted and potted hundreds of thousands of cuttings for next year's supply. The houses here required for propagating are more than the space given to cut flowers in many a good sized establishment, for the demand for the next season will approximate about a quarter of a million plants, and the wholesale trade in cuttings and plants will aggregate many hundreds of thou- sands more. For several years Mr. Reinberg has declared each fall that he was through building, but he has always been able to change his mind before spring It is another chapter of the same old story this year. When he started in at New Castle he said there would be no more building at the Chicago place, but now he has determined to add five Garland gutter houses, 26x265, covering the only vacant piece of ground in the sixteen acres which he has in the home place. Think of it! Sixteen acres of greenhouses for cut flowers! Six solid city blocks on Robey street! Toronto. CLUB HOLDS HIGHLY SUCCESSFUL ANNUAL BANQUET. — BUSINESS GOOD AND STOCK PLENTIFUL, EXCEPT ROSES. Business has braced up considerably, several large weddings and funerals using up all available stock. Roses con- tinue scarce, the demand being so heavy from outside points that most orders are only partly filled. What roses there are are mostly good. This is particu- larly true of Bridesmaids and Brides. Meteors are cut before they have prop- erly developed and Beauties are only medium. Other lines are mostly plenti- ful, especially carnations, which continue of excellent quality. Nearly all bulbous stock is on the market and Harrisii are coming in more freely. Violets are very plentiful and of exceedingly fine quality. The banquet given by the Florists' Club at Webb's dining parlors was well attended. The tables and room were most beautifullv decorated by Mr. Col- lins and Mr. Goodier. At the officers' table was a large center mound of choice orchids, and on the other tables the dec- oration consisted of rare specimen plants and cut flowers. Mr. Chambers had the chair. Sister societies were responded to by President Saunders, of the Elect- oral District Society, and President Tyrell, of the Horticultural Society. Other guests were Mr. MacHutchinson, of New York; Wm. Fendley and Ed. Dale, of Brampton, and Mr. Webster, of Hamilton. H. G. D. Chicago. WEBK COMES IN WITH A HEAVY DEMAND. — ROSE SITUATION SOMEWHAT EASIER BUT I'RICES DO NOT SAG.— CARNATIONS PLENTIFUL AND WHITE IN GREATEST DEMAND. — PLENTY OF BULBOUS STOCK. — RETAILERS DOING WELL. — THE GREEKS TO GO. — BIGHBH RENTALS ASKED. — LARGE PARTY FOR CARNATION MEETING. — VARIOUS LOCAL DOINGS. Last week closed with very dull busi- ness, but Monday brought a rush the like of which has not been seen in recent experiences. It was mostly out-of-town business, but the local retailers seem to be doing a very good business at present in the way of weddings and funeral work and small dinner decorations. There has not been much counter trade for the rea- son that the weather has been so cold that the shoppers could not be on the streets with comfort. While the demand for roses has increased, the receipts have also shown a gain in spite of the severe cold, and prices are remaining steady. There is a tale going the rounds of the market about a grower's rose cut aver- aging 18 cents last week, but there is doubtless a good deal of enthusiasm mixed into the narrative somewhere, for 10 cents to 12 cents is about the top price on ordinarily good shipping stock. One of the features of the market situa- tion is that roses are averaging much better quality than at any time hereto- fore this season. Better stock could hardly be asked for, considering the mar- ket supplies in general. The same thing may be said of carnations, and on these prices are running up to $3 and $4 per hundred for extra, fancy stock. Whites are moving rapidly and some dealers report them decidedly short of the demand, but there are plenty of pink and red everywhere, so many that they hang fire in the cold weather. There is bulb- ous stock in all the wholesale houses, including everything from callas, Har- risii, freesias, tulips, Romans, Paper Whites and daflodils to the finest lily of the valley the market has seen in a long time. A man can get pretty nearly any- thing he wants in the line of valley at a very reasonable price. The spikes from the freshly imported pips are very good, although somewhat deficient in foliage, and there arc still good supplies from cold storage. The biggest valley ever seen on the market is that from Klehms' Nurseries, from home grown pips, but this is only bringing $4 to $5 per hun- dred. There are all kinds of violets in abundant supply, but only the very best are moving at any kind of a pace. It takes moderate weather and the street salesman to move the low grade of vio- lets, Smilax is very plentiful, but there is little adiantum to be had. There is much perturbation in the mar- ket over the action of the city authorities in ordering the street salesmen to discon- tinue business. Even those of the gentry who have stands within the three-foot line from the buildings have been ordered to quit by February 15. The effect of this move on market conditions cannot be observed as yet, for street men can do little business in zero weather, but the big producers and wholesalers are fearful of the results when the spring rose cut comes on. In the meantime the Greeks are looking for vacant stores in the neighborhood of certain down retailers who have been active in pressing this matter with the city authorities. In the wholesale markets they are beginning to think about leases again, and the general tendency of rents is upward. Amling has just renewed for a good term at a slight advance, but the Kennicotts' talk of moving unless the landlord recedes from his demand for a practically doubled rental. The property owners in the neighborhood have the idea that Mar- shall Field's splendid new building, now Hearing completion, will greatly enhance real estate values in the neighborhood. E. P. Winterson has received a letter from William Billingsley, of Indianapolis, urging that the Chicago party at the carnation meeting make its arrange- ments to remain for the banquet, which will be given by the Indianapolis com- mittee on the evening of Thursday, Feb- ruary 20. Mr. Winterson is figuring on a party of twenty-five from Chicago, leaving here at 8:40 p. m. February 18. Peter Reinberg is one of those who will attend. At the meeting of the executive com- mittee of the Horticultural Society of Chicago, February 6, three committees were appointed, onetorecommend work- ing committees for the next exhibition, one on location and another to revise and get out the premium list at once. The prospects are favorable for securing the new hall which is to be added to the Art Institute the coming summer, for the next show. E. C. Amling calls attention to the fact that on February 12 and 22, Lincoln's and Washington's birthdays, there will be but two mail deliveries in the business district, leaving the postoffice at 8 a. m. and 10 a. m. After the later hour it will be impossible to secure mail even by going to the postoffice. Out of town buvers should bear this in mind. Fire in the Sanford Building. Randolph street, February 7, put Kennicott Bros, and E. C Amling to considerable incon- venience through the accumulation of water in their basement stores and offices. The city council has given a permit for a sixteen -story building at the comer of State and Monroe streets, so that A. Lange will likely have to seek new quar- ters after all this spring. As a rule the wholesalers report better business in January than a year ago, largely due to good prices during the latter part of the month. Henry Wittbold, of the George Witt- bold Co., has the sympathy of the trade in the death of his wife, who was laid at rest on Monday. E. Asmus & Co., doing business as florists at Evanston and Kenmore ave- nues have been incorporated with a cap- ital of $2,500. Weber Brothers are sending J. A. Bud- long some of the finest Bride and Brides- maid roses ever seen in this market. John Sterrett, of McKellar & Winter- son's, is recovering from an illness whidl threatened pneumonia. Klehms' Novelty tulips are beginning to come in, and they arc good for so early in the season. Visitors: H. M. Jensen, McHenry, III.; A. Warlmont, Aurora, III.; J. R. Falken- stein, Naperville, 111.; H. J. Millatt, Kan- sas City, Mo. Newport, R. I. The members of the Newport Horticul- tural Society gave their eighth annual ball at Masonic Hall, February 4. The attendance was not as large as in former years, but enough couples were present to make dancing comfortable; and while the ball probably was not a financial success, it certainly was one socially. The following committees had charge: J. K. Sullivan, floor director; Col. Her- bert Bliss, assistant; Colin Robertson, jgo2. The American Florist. 47 John Alexander, Luther Fulton, Tom Fieldhouse, John H. Sullivan, J. H. Bar- ney, Jr., aids. Reception Committee— A.K. McMahon, B. F. TannSr, James Boyd, Alexander Fraser and John Bluck. Committee of Arrangements— Richard Gardner, Charles D. Stark, Louis Ziegler, William F. Smith and Andrew S. Meikle. J. J. B. New York. !WBBK PROVES DISAPPOINTING IN A TRADE WAY. — ROSES EQUAL TO ALL RBQUIRE- MENTS.— BBArTY THE ONLY SHORTAGE. — PLENTY OF OTHER ITEMS. — VALLEY IN OVERSUPPLY.— VARIOUS TRADE AND PER- SONAL DOINGS. There is a very general complaint of -dull business this week among the whole- sale flower marts, and the inactivity in the retail stores, usually so lively the week preceding Ash Wednesday, suf- ficiently indicates the reason for the com- plaint. It was expected, and with rea- son, that this week would develop a good, steady demand, but it has failed for once. The store windows are filled with fine azaleas, ericas and other bloom- ing plants, but the sales in this line are also light at present. Roses have dropped a few points in value since last report, and a further decline may be looked for in the near future. This is not so appli- cable to American Beauty, which is in light supply, and does not accumulate as yet. Carnations remain about at a standstill, with no noticeable change in supply, quality or demand since last week. Violets show no improvement. Sales of these in quantity are made at verv low figures to unload. Bulbous stock is now becoming unwieldy. The number of growers of this specialty seems to have increased, and all the old concerns are cutting heavily. Lily of the valley is very abundant, prices having been cut nearly in half, and to clear it out daily is an impossibility. Sweet peas ■are now sufficiently plentiful to be listed in regular daily stock. There are two ways to bunch sweet peas. The grower who cuts a few sprays and tips of foliage with the tendrils and puts them among his flowers gets enough more every time to pay for it. The clumsy manner in which some really nice blooms are bunched is enough to make one feel sad. David Clarke's Sons are preparing to remove in the near future to a very spacious store which is being fitted up for them in the big new Stokes building on Broadway, near Seventy-second street. John Scallen's is another old- time estab- lishment that is about to be demolished. Mr. Scallen will remove on May 1 to tem- porary quarters until the new store on the old site is ready. J. H. Small & Sons have been large buyers this week in this market for •flowers which they have been sending to Washington for the Hay-Whitney wed- ding. Wm. Sampson has rented space from Moore, Hentz & Nash at the New York Cut Flower Company's rooms for a wholesale stand. The Misses Phelps-Stokes have given ^3,000 to the New York Botanical Gar- den for the investigation and preserva- tion of native plants. The annual ball of the Brooklyn Florists' Club is announced to take place at Turn Hall, 351 Atlantic avenue, on March 17. Albert Wadley is reported to be stead- ily improving now. Boston. TRADE TAKES ON NEW ACTIVITY. — BEAU- TIES POOR —CARNATIONS DOING WELL. —EXTRA QUALITY FLOWERING PLANTS ARE VERY ABUNDANT. — NOTES OF PER- SONAL AND OTHER INTEREST. After a little period of slackness, busi- ness has picked up somewhat this week. Out-of-town as well as local dealers seem to feel the improvement, judging by the increased call on the wholesalers for shipping orders. Roses have not come on as fast as was anticipated and this favors a more healthy market and more stable values. American Beauty is decidedly ofl crop generally. The blooms coming in are mainly from side shoots and stunted wood, the blooms averaging inferior. Carnation growers are happier than they were. This week prices are better and there is no difficulty in finding a market for all the good material that comes in. Bulbous flowers multiply rapidly now and, although of nice grade generally, move sluggishly, no fancy prices being obtainable at present on any grade. Plants of extra good quality are more abundant in the store windows than ever before at this season. Azaleas are espec- ially fine and make a striking diiplay. There is no end of daffodils and other flowering bulbs in pans and among the prettiest things are Lady Hume Camp- bell violets well furnished with bloom. W. D. Philbrick, for many years a vio- let grower at Newton Center, died on January 24, aged 67 years. J. L. Heilbrun has opened a store on Mason street under the title of Ye Colo- nial Florist. H. H. Hunnewell, now over 90 years of age, is in feeble health. Visitor: Chas. Loechner, representing Suzuki & lida. New York. Washington. WEATHER UNUSUALLY SEVERE.— SMALLS USE NEW ROSES IN A HANDSOME DEC- ORATION. J. H. Small & Sons had the decorations for the Westinghouse dinner and cotillion, last Friday night. The large mansion was tastefully decorated. The boutton- ieres were made of dendrobiums and lily of the valley. The rose used for the cor- sage bouquets for the first time in Wash- ington was a beautiful shell pink. No. 19, and known in New York as Mrs. Westinghouse, grown by Benjamin Dor- rance, Dorranceton, Pa. For the same decoration some of John N. May's new rose, Mrs. Oliver Ames, were also used, making a fine contrast. The American Rose Company supplied their Ivory rose in large quantity for the lavish white rose decorations at the wedding of Miss Helen Hay, daughter of the Secretary of State, to Payne Whit- ney, February 6. It was quite a coin- dence that Henry Clews, Jr., one of the ushers, is the son of Mrs. Henry Clews of New York, who subscribed the $50 prize to the American Rose Society forthe best fifty white roses, and which was won by the American Rose Company with their Ivory at the Waldorf-Astoria, New York, last March. Last Tuesday we had the first heavy snow this winter, followed for nearly a week by rain, sleet and cloudy weather, making it very trying for the cut flower growers, as well as the store people. The heavy snow and ice did considerable damage to some greenhouses. F. H. Kramer sustained a loss of about $50 by the ice sliding from one house and breaking much glass on the opposite house. The American Rose Company last week shipped 10,000 strong plants of Ivory rose to their general agent, Edwin Lonsdale, preparatory to distribution April 1. P. G. Indianapolis. PLANS WELL UNDER WAY FOR THE CAR- NATION MEETING.— THE COMMITTEES.— THE PROSPECTS BRIGHT. The representatives of the Florists' Association of Indiana held a final meet- ing before the carnation convention on the evening of February 4. The time was devoted to completing arrangements for the convention and everything may be said to be fairly well under way. The reception committee wishes to impress upon the visitors their request that Robert McKeand, 132 E. Market street, be notified of their time of arrival. Mr. Mr. McKeand's assistants on the recep- tion committee are F. B. Alley, Adolph Baur, Fred. Huckriede and W. W. Coles. The committee on entertainment is com- posed of E. G. Hill, of Richmond; J. A.E. Haugh, of Anderson, and William Bil- lingsley, Ed. Bertenmann, and Herman Junge, of Indianapolis. They are plan- ning a banquet for the visitors on the evening of February 20 and expect to make it a most elaborate affair. It is now thought that the attendance will be 200 or more from outside the state and it is figured that the exhibition will be the best in the history of the society. Both the meetings and the flower show^ are to be held in the German House, the west half of that building having been engaged for the two days. Ed.Bertermann is working out a scheme of elaborate floral decorations, in which the exhibits of carnations will find a handsome setting. The committee in charge of the exhibition is J. S. Stuart, Fred Lemon, E. A. Nelson, John Bertermann and John Hartje. There are reports of exhibits coming from New^ England and from as far west as Colorado. H. J. Columbus, O. TRADE FAIR BUT RETAIL PRICES ON ROSES TOO LOW FOR PROFIT. — A VARIETY OF JOTTINGS. Business is very good, with prices sat- isfactory on all stock but roses, the best of these selling mostly at$1.50 perdozen, rarely at $2, which is too low lor the dealer who has to pay from $10 to $12 per hundred for good stock. Hyacinths, dafibdils and tulips are coming in heavily but so far there has been no surplus. Lilies are scarce as yet, although a few have made their appearance. Geo. L. Miller, of Newark, O., stopped here on his way home from Cleveland. It was plain to be seen that George ran against something valuable while in the northern part of the state but it is too soon for him to make it known. The cold wave of this week was accom- panied as usual with a lot of telephone calls as to the treatment for frozen house plants. S. S. Skidelsky and Ernest Ashley, of Philadelphia, were among the callers this week. J. R. Hellenthal has a house of fine Ramblers promising well for Easter. Carl. Champlin, Minn. — Irving Kimball is preparing to erect a range of houses cov- ering 100x400 square feet. The date at which your subscription expires is shown on the address label on your paper. Our aim is to merit prompt renewal. 48 The American Florist. Feb. 8, Seventeenth Year, SubBcription, $1.00 a year. To Europe, $2.00. Subscriptions accepted only from those in the trade. Advertisements on all except cover pages, 10 Cents a Line, Agate; $1.00 per inch. Cash with Order. No Special Position Guaranteed. Discounts are allowed, only on consecutive inser- tions, as follows — 6 times, 5 per cent; 13 times 10 per cent; 26 times, 20 per cent; 52 times, 30 per cent. cover space sold only on yearly contract at 11.00 per inch, net, in the case of the two front pages, regular discounts ap- plying only to the back pages. The Advertising Department of the American Florist is for Florists, Seedsmen and Nurserymen and dealers in wares pertaining to those lines (w/y. Orders for less than one-half inch space not accepted. Advertisements must reach us by Wednesday to lecure insertion in the issue for the following Saturday. Address AMERICAN FLORIST CO., Chicago. Pmces on window glass have stiffened somewhat as a result of a ten per cent advance in the wages of workmen. Thb Kansas City flower show of 1902 will be held November 3 to 8, with F. J. Taggart general manager and John Thorpe superintendent. Thb week has cut into the coal piles amazingly, for zero weather and high winds have prevailed over the greater portion of the country. Wholesale plant trade is reported generally dull for the past two weeks, due to the severe cold, making shipments more or less hazardous. The manufacturers of greenhouse build- ing materials say that they have never experienced anything like the rush of orders which is on at present. Thb American Rose Society wisely sends out with its prize schedule a sub- stantial printed tag to be used on ship- ments of plants, flowers, etc., intended to reach the official in charge of the exhibits. Society of American Florists. The various state delegations at the Buftalo convention having failed to express any choice for their respective representatives, President John Burton has appointed the following named gen- tlemen to ser^-e as state vice-presidents for theyear 1902, and they have accepted: California, H. H. Lilienthal, San Francisco. Colorado, J. A. A'alentine, Denver. District of Columbia, Peter Bissett, Washington. Florida, E. N. Reasoner, Oneco. Illinois, (north), Edgar Sanders, Chicago. Illinois (south), Geo. A. Kuhl, Pekin. Indiana. Geo. B. Wiegand, Indianapolis. Iowa, W. A. Harkett, Duduque. Kentucky, A. R. Baumer, Louisville. Maine, Hans Nielson, AVoodfords. Maryland, Chas. L. Seybold, Baltimore. Massachusetts (east) .7. A. Pettigrew, Boston. Massachusetts (west), H. P. Wookey, Stock- bridge. Michigan, Robt. FlowiTday, Detroit. New Hampshire, Bernard Morris. Portsmouth. Missouri, Chas. Juengel, St. Louis. Nebraska, Lewis Henderson, Omaha. New Jerst-y, Jos. B. Davis, Oringe. New York (east) A. H. Langjabr, Brooklyn. New York (west) Thos. MansHeld, Lockport. North Carolina, Jas. M. Lamb, Fayettcville. Ohio (north), Lewis Ullrich, TilTin. Ohio (south), A. Sunderbruch, Cincinnati. Pennsylvaiii:! (east), Geo. C. Watson, Philadel- phia. Pennsylvania (west), Wm. Loew, Allegheny. Rhode Island, Louis J. Reuter. Westerly. Vermont, 3eo. H. Mass., Woodstock. Virginia, F. A. Whelan, Mt Virnon. Wisconsin, C. C. Pollworth, Milwiiukee. West Virginia, Gustav Obermeyer, I'arkers- burh. Canada, H. H. Groft, Slmooe, Ont. Wm. J. Stewart, Sec'y. The Rose Balduin. It is reported that a re-investigation of the Balduin-Helen Gould case will be made. Peter Lambert, of Trier, Germany, writing under date of January 20, 1902, to one of his correspondents in this coun- try, says: "I can say to-day that Helen Gould is another rose than my Balduin." Kind Words Never Die. Ed. Am. Florist:— Eaclosed find $1 for renewal of our subscription. We cannot think of doing without the Florist. It contains so many useful and seasonable hints to keep the craft up to date in a progressive and aggressive age. Salinbville Floral Co. Salineville, 0. Indianapolis Hotels. The following are the hotels which the Indianapolis reception committee recom- mends to those who will attend the approaching convention of the American Carnation Society: EUROPEAN PLAN. Lorraine, single, per day % .75 to 81. (X) " double, per day 1. 00 to 1.60 Oneida, per day 50 to 100 Lorette, per day 50 to 1.00 Denison, per day 1.00 to 3.00 AUESICAN PLAN. Spencer, per day $2.00 Circle Park, per day 1.60 Lorette. per day 1.50 English, per day $2.00 to 2.50 Denison, per day 2.(J0 to 5.C0 Grand, perday 2.00 to 4.00 Greenhouse Btiilding. Dunkirk, N. Y. — F. B. Kinner, one house. East Mansfield, Mass. — Vickery Bros., one house. Plymouth, Pa — Wm. G. Nelson, house 16x132. Helena, Mont. — Mattie Miller, three houses 20x80. Champlin, Minn. — Irving Kimball, range of houses. Austin, Minn. — A. N. Kinsman & Co., two houses. Rockland, Mass. — W. B. Arnold, two houses 25x100. Mt. Holly, N. J. — R. Beyer, one house, Doylestown, Pa. — B. K. Hedrick, one house. Williamsport, Pa.— Pennsylvania Rail- road Company, one plant house. Berlin, Conn. — A. A. Welden, one house. Lawrence, Mass. — A. H. Wayland, three houses. Louisiana Purchase Exposition. Frederic William Taylor, chief of agri- culture, and acting chief of horticulture and floriculture at the Louisiana Pur- chase Exposition, was among our vis- itors this week and expressed himself as highly pleased with the present outlook for the World's Fair at St. Louis. He is at present looking over the field for mate- rial and suggestions which will contrib- ute toward making the displays in his departments the most representative and complete which have been brought together to date. Mr. Taylor's past experiences in a similar capacity must necessarily be of substantial service to him in his present position, but he is quite willing and anxious to receive prac- tical pointers from men in the trade who are competent to advise with regard to the necessities of the occasion. All cor- respondence on this subject should be addressed to Frederic W. Taylor, World's Fair, St. Louis. Asters For Early Cutting. Ed. Am. Florist: — Please tell me what are the best asters in the several colors, white, pink, lavender, red and Daybreak, to grow outdoors for cut flowers for the wholesale market? What is the best time to sow the seed and what soil is best adapted to their requirements? A. L. S. The earliest of all asters for market purposes is the Queen of the Market, which is sold in about six or seven dis- tinct colors. The early Parisian is earlier still, but produces very few flowers and is not very profitable, except for forcing under glass. Early asters for outdoor growing ought to be sown at once to get good, strong plants to set out early in May in Boston latitude. If the ground has been in cultivation for some years a liberal application of slaked lime will be very beneficial in warding oft the rot to which asters in old soil are very liable. Light land is preferable to that of a heavy texture, especially for early varie- ties. Last year we made a trial of Cali- fornia and imported aster seed and we were quite surprised at the results, the California plants being more vigorous and comparatively free from disease, with no signs of the chlorosis (or the yel- lows) which is so prevalent in late asters oftheSemple class, owing probably to the seed being more mature and raised in a dryer climate. But more care will have to be used by Californiagrowers in select- ing the plants for seed as the flowers were far inferior in quality to those from plants from European grown seed and the colors were badly mixed. Denys Zirngiebel. OBITUARY. THOMAS y. WINTERS. Thomas J. Winters, of Harrisburg, Pa., florist tor the Pennsylvania Rail- road Company for the past quarter of a century, died January 31, from cancer of the stomach. Mr. Winters was well known along the line of the middle divi- sion of the Pennsylvania railroad, where he laid out the flower beds and kept in order the gardens about the stations. Deceased was aged about 6-t years, a member of the S. A. F., and is survived by a wife and seven children. JAMES COMLEY. The news of the death of this eminent gardener comes with a terrible shock to a host of sympathizing friends. While walking among the beautiful trees on the Hayes eetate, at Lexington, Mass., which had been under his care for so many years, he was stricken with apoplexy and expired instantly. Thus is removed a central figure in Boston horticulture, one of the renowned coterie of expert gar- deners who have wielded a powerful influence in their profession for nearly half century and have helped make the exhibitions of the Massachusetts Horti- cultural Society famous all over the country. Mr. Comley had charge of Oakmount, the extensive estate of F. B. Hayes, from the time it was laid out until after the death of the younger Mr. Hayes, when it was disposed of. He gathered there a great variety of rare and beautiful trees and the rhododendron collection under his supervision grew to be one of the finest in America and the annual show of these grand flowers became noted far and wide. As manager of this estate it igo2. The American Florist. 49 devolved upon him to arraage and con- duct the entertainment given by Mrs. Hayes to the Society of American Florists at the time of the Boston convention in 1890. How well he performed this duty the 800 visitors on that happy occasion know. This was but one ot very many events when Mr. Comley's rare qualifica- tions as a host were demonstrated. At his own home there was at all times a hearty welcome for the craft and whether the party was small or large his bounty was always equal to the occasion. Mr. Comley came to this country from England at the age of 20 years, with the advantage of an apprenticeship under John Spencer, on the estate of the Mar- quis of Lansdowne. He had an especial fondness for rare and new things and with the instinct of the true gardener loved a plant for itself rather than for its money value. He was lavish in his dis- plays at the weekly exhibitions of the Massachusetts Horticultural Society and at the close of the show the flowers were bestowed on all comers as long as they held out. Since the closing of Oakmount he has devoted his time to a small range of greenhouses as a commercial venture but during the past year infirmities have crowded upon him, the most serious being the almost total loss of sight, and he has felt keenly his inability to partici- pate in the social activities of his old associates. His age was 67 years. His mother is still alive in England. Heleaves awidow, two daughters and four sons, all of the sons being engaged in floricultural pur- suits. The funeral on Monday, February 3, was attended by about thirty gentle- men from the Society of American Flo- rists, Massachusetts Horticultural Soci- ety, Horticultural Club and Gardeners' and Florists' Club of Boston, the two latter contributing superb floral tokens. CHARLES CONNON. Charles Connon, of Webster Grove, Mo., who died January 25, was born in Edinburgh, Scotland, more than seventy- five years ago and learned the gardening craft under the careful parental eye. His father was a minister of the gospel, besides being a nurserymen, and from him his son derived that love for the church which has borne so marked an influence on his whole life. He came to America fifty years ago and for forty-five years has resided in the vincinty of St. Louis, most of the time at Webster Grove. He was one of the oldest florists in his section of the country and was most highly esteemed by all his fellow craftsmen. Some twelve years ago he sufiered a severe illness, with pneumonia, from the after effects of which he never fully recovered. It was on January 17 that he contracted a severe cold which added to the other complications and brought on the end, despite the very best of medical attention. SITUATIONS. WANTS, TOR SALE. AdvertisemeutB under this head will be inserted &t the rate of ten cents a line (six words) each insertion. Cash must accompany order. Plant adVB. not admitted under this head. Every paid subscriber to the Ambrigam Flobist for the year 1902 is entitled to a flve-Une want ADV. (situations only) free, to be used at any time during the year. SITUATION WANTED~By a rose, carnation, violet and plant grower; 25 years' experience. References furnished. B P, care Am. Florist. SITUATION WANTED— By a young man, as helper in general greenhouse work, especially roses; 5 years' experience. Address M H A, care American Florist. SITUATION WANTED — By good all-around florist, single man; flrst-class plantsman and propagator; 2.5 years" experience, both commer- cial and private. R, care American Florist. SITUATION WANTED— By a seedsman, in a first-class seed store. Have a catalogue list of 60,000 live farmers' names and addresses. Ad- dress II, care American Florist. SITUATION WANTED— By single man, Ger- man; 15 years' experience in greenhouse work; able to take charge; private or commercial place. Best of references. Address R J, 12H Kossuth St., Union Hill. N. Y. SITDATiON WANTED— As foreman by a prac- tical grower of roses, carnations, 'mums and other stock; 26 years' experience; capable of man- aging a large place. Correspondence solicited. Florist, 139 X. Clark St., Chicago. SITUATION Wanted— As foreman by a prac- tical grower of roses, carnations, chrysanthe- mums, violets, palms and other plants; German; 30 years' experience; good references. Can take charge alter March 1st. Address F D, care Wm. F. Hennig, Blue Island, 111. SITUATION WANTED— By florist and land- scape gardener; 16 years' experience in green- houses, vegetables and lawn; wants to take charge of private place where a good and steady man is wanted; age 31. Opun for engagement March 1st. Good references; married, no children. Address V V", care American Florist, Chicago. SITUATION WANTED— By up-to-date carna- tion grower, by March 1st, in first-class estab- lishment; two last years foreman on one of the best known carnation establishments in the east. Distance no objection, but good wages expected. For references as to ability and character please refer to Mr. Peter Fisher, Ellis, Mass. Address J. E. Jensen, Box 16, Ellis, Mass. CjlTUATION WANTED-By a first-class grower ^ of roses, American Beauty especially, carna- tions, 'mums and general forcing stock; also ferns and palms, except orchids; 40 years old; 26 years' experience; married, four children; 5 years as foreman for one of the leading florists in Wash- ington. D. C. Like to take charge of good sized plant soon. Reason Tor change, is unhealthy climate. Best wages expected. Best references. Address J S S, Postoftlce, Alexandria, Va. ANTED AT ONCE— Good all-around green- house man. C. H. Fkey, 1133 0 St., Lincoln, Neb. w- w- w W' ANTED— Young man for general greenhouse work. State wages wanted with board. Cole Bbothbbs, Peoria, III, .4NTED— Assistant for general greenhouae work. State wages. Address Chicago, care American Florist. ANTED— Man for general greenhouse work, two helpers for rose sections. J. F. Wilcox, Council Bluffs, Iowa. ■WANTED—.^ flrst-class orchid, fern and palm *' grower. Address Box 985, Postollice, Minneapolis, Minn. Y\/ ANTED— Young man to learn the greenhouse *' business of growing roses and carnations. Apply to John L. Wtland, De Haven, Pa. AT^ANTED— Man to take care of a smajl con- *' servatory in connection with retail store. C. A. Samuelson, 3129 Michigan Aye., Chicago. WANTED— A single man to grow roses and carnations and to lork after things in gen- eral at times. State wages with boari and room. Address C, care American Florist. TXjrANTED- An A No. 1 man of unquestioned ' ' ohar.acter and ability, for position in retail store; must be a first-class salesman and strictly up-to-date in decorating and designing. Address with references, Rktailbk, care American Florist, Chicago. XjiOR .SALE OR RENT — Greenhouses, 40OO sq. J- feet of glass, ground and dwelling. Rood market, on electric cars and railroad. Easy terms. Address M T, care American Florist. "POR SALE-$300 swell florist store, handsomely J- decorated, elegant fixtures, cheap rent; easy terms to practical florist wanting business in a good location. Address C M M, care American Florist. XjiOR SALE— Well established florist business, -•- 12,(X)0 feet of glass, well stocked, steam heat, several acres of ground; no competition; about lOO miles from Chicago. Address Indiana, care American Florist. XjiOR SALE-17,0C0 feet of glaes, nearly new, -L splendid carnation and rose soil, 15 acres, house and barn, near city of 80,000, 28 miles from Philadelphia. Inquire of Leo. Niessen, 13th and Filbert Sts., Phila ■pOR SALE— \ bargain— Pine greenhouse prop- -L eriy at Atglen, Pa., 47 miles from Philadel- phia, on main line of Penna. R. R., containing about 8 acres; fine 12-room double dwelling, barn and 6 greenhouses, well stocked with carnations and violets. Price $6000. Address J. B. K. MoClube & Co , 18 South 40th £t., Philadelphia, Pa. FOR SALE. Dwelling and greenhouses (no stock), cen- trally located in city of 45CO. Long estab- lished, paying business. No competition; 3200 feet of glass. Cause, death of owner. Address MRS. MARY BEZNER, Executrix JER8EVYILLE, ILL. $300 Per Month. Do you want it? If so, buy me out NOW, at your own price. Good reasons. 15,000 feet. It costs you a postal card to have particulars. C. S. riTZSIIVIMONS, Lansing, IVIich. A Good Chance for Easter. One of the nicest llower stores in New York City for sale; 5 years in present loca- tion. Average business, |300.00 per week. Good reasons for selling at once. Address WESTWOOD, 489 Columbus Ave., New York. TleA Great BARGAIN 20 miles from Grand Central depot, N. Y. city, on line of New York & New Haven R. R., Florist Establishment consisting of 4 acres ot rich land, dwelling house, 10 greenhouses, steam heated, boiler house, 3 steam boilers, pumps, all complete. Must be sold at once; easy terms. For further par- ticulars address Siebrecht & Son. 409 5lh Ave., N. Y. FOR SALE OLOE8TABLISHED FLORIST BUSINESS 4^t acres of ground, 9 greenhouses, several cold frames, 6-room house, barn, etc. 30 minutes from N. Y. city. Largo cemetery opposite. Trolley cars pass place. M years in present lo- cation. Entire property and business, includ- ing large stock for spring trade. Call and inspect. Mrs. C. M. Hulchinson, Elizabeth N. J. B E it known to our pa- trons and friends that FICK&FABER have entirely removed to San Mateo, Cal. All communications should be sent to that place. K you want to get the want you want to get, you want to get your want ad into the AMERICAN FLORIST m m m m m Try it now. Every advertisement represents a genuine want. .M It pays to answer them. Jt jt Jt i iti vi Hi 50 The American Florist. Feb. 8, St. Louis. CHANGEABLE WEATHER KEEPS GROWERS ON THE ALERT. — ROSES SCARCE, BDT OTHER STOCK PLENTIFUL. — BULBOUS MATERIAL MOVING WELL. — VARIOUS NOTES. The weather ia very severe of late and has made a wonderful change in the market. The temperature and winds have been very changeable and have caught severalgrowers half asleep. There are very few good roses to behad, except when they are sent from a distant point. It has been that way for the last two weeks. There are not near enough roses sent in to supply the demand, although good prices are received. And Beauties, too, are hard to get. Carnations are the leading flower in these rose shortage weeks, and even in these there is a short- age of white. Some very fine White Cloud, Marquis and Mrs. Lawson are to be had at $4. Lily of the valley is quite plentiful, but some very fine stock is to fee had at $6. Violets are coming in quite lively of late, but not any more than can be used. Tulips arebeginning to cut quite a figure and a large number are tised daily, especially the white, and luckily there are more of these sent in than of any other. February 13 is the next meeting of the St. Louis Florists' Club and the annual carnation show will be held in Odd Fel- lows' Hall on Olive street. Some very fine flowers are expected and several good papers are promised. Home grow- ers are asked especially to exhibit their good blooms of any variety. The retail trade is very good of late and all report brisk business. Geo.Wald- bart is getting in some exceptionally fine roses, and is also having quite a run on plants, especially azaleas. Charles L. Connon is also having good business. John Burke reports good trade at both stores, but his time is principally taken up bv decorations and funeral work. R.J. M. Lincoln, Mass.— Charles Hunt is build- ing a greenhouse. Orange, N. J. — Samuel Glascow, assist- ant to John Hayes on the O. D. Munn place, was accidentally asphyxiated by gas Monday. He was a most promising young man. Wauwatosa, Wis.— a. Klokner, of Mil- waukee, has purchased the land 195x227 at the southeast comer of Seventh and Vliet streets for $3,200 and will erect a range of greenhouses. OHOIOB> LILY Of the VALLEY in large quantiiies, the finest that is grown, $4 and $5 per 100. JOHN WOLF. SAVANNAH, QA. ICE BROTHERS Wholesal* Florists and Supplies. Receivers and Shippers of Fresh Cut Flowers. Consignments Soliciteil. 188 N. Stxth 8t., MlnneapollB, Minn. ...GEO. M. KELLOGG... Largest Grower of... in the West. Give us itn order and we will please you. Our Greenhouses at PLEASANT HILL. MO. Our Store, 906 Grand Ave., KANSAS CITY, MO. |^"LONO UlBTAHf E 'PHONE AT EITHER PLACE. Cut Flowers Roses, Beauty, extra long stems $6.00 " 30-inoh •• 5 00 24 " " 4.00 20 " ■' 3.00 15 " " 2.00 Sliort " 1.00 Bride, Bridesmaids 6.00@10.00 Meteor 6.00@10.tl0 Perle 4.00® 8.00 GoidenGate 6.00@10.00 Carnations 1.00@ 2.00 fancy 2.00@ 3.00 Violets, double 1.00 single 50® 75 Lily of the valley 2.00® 4 00 Adiantum 75® 1.25 Common Ferns per 1000, 11.60 .25 Smilax per dozen, |I.25@»2.0O Asparagus .per dozen, 7.50@10.00 Narcissus 2.00© 3.00 Roman Hyacinths 2.O0@ 3.00 Lil. Harrisii 20.00 Callas 12.50@15.a0 J. B. DEAMUD, GALAX LEAVES. Green or Bronze, I5c per 100; $1,00 per lOCO. LEUCOTHOE SPRAYS, 75c per 100. QUALITY COUNTS— No. 1, 15 lbs., $2.50; No. 2, 20 lbs., 13.25; No. 3, 28 lbs., J3.50; No. 4, 35 lbs.. H; No. 5, 40 lbs., 15; No. 8, 50 lbs., 16. We are the Northern Representatives of CALDWELL THE WOODSMAN CO. CATTLEYAS, $6.00 per dozen. WHOLESALE CUT FLOWERS 51 Wabash Ave., CHICAGO. RWWWMWWMWWWMMMMMWW««MWWMM«W«MMMMWMWWM«MWWMMWWWfl»WW« ,00® 1 00® 3 75® I 0C@ 3 4 75® 1 00018 05 Wbol^ale flower/\arKj^ MiLWAUKSE, Feb. 6. Bcsss, Beauty, )ong,per doz. 3.00® 5.00 med. " 1 50® 2.C0 " " short " .50® 1.00 Liberty 6.00@10 " Bride, Bridesmaid 6.00® 8 " Meteor 6.00® 8 " GoidenGate 6.00® 8 Perle 5.00® 8 Oarnationi, ordinary 1 " (anoy 2. Violets Romans, Paper Whites 2, Lily of the valley Adiantum Smllax 15. Asparagus Common ferns PiTTBBnBB, Feb. 6. Soiei, Beauty, specials 40.0C@50 " " extras 25.00@35 No. 1 10.00@30 " " No. 2 3 00® 6 ■> Bride, Bridesmaid 3 00@12 " Meteor 6.00@12 Oarnations, ordinary 1.00® 2 " fancy 3.00® 5 Lily of the vaUey 2.00® 4 Violets 30® I, Harrisii lilies 10.00®20 Romans 1.00® 3, Paper Whites 2.00® 3. Tulips 3.00® 4. Bmilax 8.00@12, Adiantum 1.00® 1. Asparagus 50.00@75, " Sprengeri 2.00® 4, Qalax, green and bronze per 1000 $1.25 CEJonraATi, Feb . 6. Boiei, Beauty 25.00®SO. " Bride i 6.00® 8, " Bridesmaid 6.00® 8. " Meteor 6.80® 8. " Perle 4.00® 6, Oarnations 2.00® 5. Violets 2.00® 3 Harrisii lilies 15. Lily of the valley 4.00® 5. Romans 8.00® 4. Paper Whites 3.00© 4. Asparagus 50. Bmilax 16. Adiantum cuneatum 1 . Galax leaves Oommon ferns OO 00 .00 .00 .00 .50 .00 .00 OD 00 00 00 00 St. Lome, Feb. 6. Roses, Beauty, short stem 8.00@15.00 •• longstems 20.00®60.00 Bride, Bridesmaid 6.00®10.00 Meteor 4.00® s. 00 " GoidenGate 6.00@10.00 Oarnations, ordinary 1.50® 2.00 choice 2..W@ 4.00 Violets 75® 1.00 Stevla 1.00 Sweet peas 60® 1.00 CttUas 10.0l@16.C0 Lily of the valley 3.00® 4.00 Romans 2 COW 3 00 Narcissi 2.60('« 3.00 Preosia 1,60(."3.00 Smilax 12..'i0@16.00 Asparagus Sprengeri 1.00® 1.60 " Plumosus 1.00® 1.50 Galax .16 Frank M. Ellis, WHOLESALE ELORIST, 1316 Pine Street, ST. LOUIS, MO. CONSIGNMENTS SOLICITED. H.G.BERNING Wholesale florist (322 Pine St., ST. LOUIS> MO. C. A. KUEHN. Wholesale Florist, IISZ PINE STREET. ^ «T. LOUiS, HO. i^A complete line of Wire DeRlKns. Ltd WHOLESALE FLORISTS. —Pittsburg, Pa. The Cincinnati Cut Flower Co., t^^&to. WHOLESALE FLORISTS. Consignments Solicited, Special Attention Given to Shipping Orderi. Cut Flower Exchange, WM. I>ILOER. Manairer, WHOLESALE COMMISSION. Full line of FIoriBts' Supplirs iind Ih'coratlona. Special attention to sbippinj; ordi-rs. 26 Miami Avenue, DEThOIT, MICH. Desirable Advertising Space ....To Rent '"' VAr.""- BOSTON FLOWER MARKET Effective. Profitable. Address GEO. CARTWRIGHT, Secretary, I Park St., BOSTON. igo2. The American Florist. 51 E.C.Amling The Largest, Best Equipped and Most Centrally Located Wholesale Cut Flower House in Chicago. 32-34-36 Randolph St. CHICAGO. L. D. Phones 1999 and 1977. PRICE LIST. BEAUTIFS. Stems, 36 inches, per doz., $6.00 " 30 " " 5i» " 24 ■' " 4.00 " 20 " " 300 " IB " " 2.00 • 12 •' " l.SO •■ 6 to 8 in. per 100, $8.00 8 00 Brides " E.OOIOOO Maids " 4.0010.00 Meteors " 4.00 8 00 Golden Gate " 4.0010.00 Carnations " 1.50 2.00 " large fancies " S.HO 4.00 Mignonette perdoz., .35 .50 Violets, double per 100, .75 1.25 " single " .61 .75 Valley, select " 2.00 3.00 Callas perdoz., 1.50 2.00 Romans per 100, 2.00 3 00 Tulips " 3.00 4.00 Paper Whites " 3.00 4 OJ Asparagus piumosus, per string, .50 .60 " Sprengeri, per 100, 3 00 4.00 Ferns, per 1000, $1.50; " .20 Galax, " 1.00; " .15 Leucothoe sprays — " .75 Adiantum " JlOO 1.50 Smilax per doz. ,1.23 1.50 Prices subject to change without notice J. a BUD LONG Boses and Carnations A Specialty., 37-39 Randolph Street, CHICAGO. WHOLESALE 6R0WER of CUT FLOWERS A. L. RANDALL, WHOLESALE FLORIST, Send for weekly price list and special quotations on 1000 lots. OHIO^^OO. WEILAKD AND RISCH CHICAOO'S RELIABLE Wholesale Growers and Shippers of CUT FLOWERS. 59 Wabash Ave., Chicago. BSND FOR WEBKLT PRICB LIST. WHOLESALE FLORISTS Bassett&Washburn 76 & 78 Wabash Ave., CniCAGO. Wholesale Dealers and AaaA Cl^kiaaAVM Growers of ||Ul rlOWClS GREENHOUSES: HINSDALE. ILL. Please mention the American Florist when ■writing. Benthey&Co. F. F. BENTHEY, Manager, Wholesale Commission Florists 31-35 Randolph St., CHICAGO. l^nConsignments solicited FRANK GARLAND, "^ot^l o. Cut Flowers Wbol^ale power/arKgfe Roiei, Beauty, Ghioaso, Feb. 7. 36-inch stems 30 24 20 16 12 6to8 6.00 5.00 4.00 3.00 2.00 1.50 per 100 6.00@8.00 E. H. Hunt, WHOLESALE. Cut flowers THE "OLD RELIABLE," 76 Wabash Ave., CHICAGO. Vtolesafe Grower of I^KIilV® SPECIAL ATTENTION GIVEN TO HARDY OUT 55-57 WABASH AVENUE, Telephone Central 3284. CHCICA.QO. Mention the American Florist when writing to advertisers on this page. Bride, Bridesmaid 5.00@10.00 " Meteor 5.00® 8.00 " Perle 4 00® 8.00 " GoldenGate 5.00®10.00 Carnations 1.50® 4.00 Violets 75® 1.25 Lily of the valley 2.00® 3.00 Callas, per doz 1.50@2.00 Romans, Paper Whites 2.00® 4.00 Adiantum 1.00® 1.60 Commonferns per 1,000 $1.60 .20 Galax leaves, per 1000 $1.00 .15 Smilax per dozen 1.60® 2.0O Lily Of The Valley. Finest brand for early forcing $1.50 per 100. $12 per 1000, case of 2600, $29.00. Fancy Cut Valley in Large Quantities. 1409-14011 W. Madison Street, CniCAOO, ILL GEO. REINBERG, Cut Flowers Cboioe American Beauties. We will take oare of your orders at reasonable prices. Prompt attention. 51 Wabash Ave., CHICACO, ILL. PETER REINBERG, Grower and Wholesaler of Cot Flowers. 000.000 FKET OP GLASS. Headquarters for Amerioan Beauty. 5! Wabash Ave., - CHICAaO, ILL. JOHN MUNO, Wholesale Grower and Shipper of Room 221, 51 Wabash Ave., CHICAGO. Telephone Central 3598. All telegraph aad telephone orders given prompt attention. Poehlmann Bros. Co. Wholesale Growers of S'eiersin Cut FlOWCfS All telegraph and telephone orders -_ given prompt attention. oI)-o/ Qbeenhouses: Randolph Street, Morton Grove, 111. CHICAGO, ILL. please mention ike American Florist when ivriting. Gut Flowers If You Have Stock To Sell... the beat way to make that tact knovn to the trade li by regtilar ...The American Florist. adTcrtliing la OWe It a trial. 52 The American Florist. Feb. S, Choice CATTLEYAS a.t ^O oents. SAMUEL S. PENNOCK, Wholesale Florist, ISIMI LUOlOW ST., PHIUDELPHIA. Pt. GEO. A. SUTHERLAND, 34 Hawley St., BOSTON. Telephone 1370 Main. BEST BOSTON FLOWERS. AU SuppUes. An entire floor Devoted to Stock and Manu- facturing. Distributing Agent for United States for the wonderful LETTER, unequalled for design work. Script, any color, 3V^ a letter. Block letters, Wx each. Tlie most elaborate design work to order in a few minutes. Geheiuli. Asentb: H. BAYERSDORFER & CO., Philadelphia. REED & KELLER. New York City. SPECIALTIES THIS WEEK: Special American Beauty, Lily of tiie Valley, Violets. CITY HALL GUT FLOWER MARKET WELCH BROS., Props. ?^%'L''r^.n^I^ft^2h^ Boston, Mass, 15 PROVINCE STREET, z^^^^^== The best market for Growers who can ship good Cut Flower stock. J. K. aLLEN, 106 West 28th Street, uriii ynnu niTV Telephone 167 MadiBon Sq. Htll lUnlVbllli N. F. McCarthy & go. 84 Hawley St., BOSTON, ARE RECEIVING ELEGANT ROSES ALL VARIETIES. DON'T YOU WANT SOME? Tel. 734 and 64 Main. Geo. M. Moss, WHOLESALE FLORIST, 32 South 17th Street, PHILADELPHIA, PA. Long Distance 'Phone 1-41-26 D. Consignments of Roses, Carnations, Violets solicited. N.Y. GUT FLOWER EXCHANGE 404-412 E. 34tli St. Near Ferry. Open for Cut Flower Sales at 6 o'clock Every Alornlng DESIRABLE WALL SPACE TO RENT FOR ADVERTISING. JOHN DONALDSON, Secretary. Wbol^ale [lower/\arK?fe BosTOH, Feb. 5. Roaei, Beauty, extra 35.00@60.00 " " medium 12.00@20.00 culls 6.00® 8.00 " Bride, Bridesmaid, Meteor. 4.00® 6.00 " extra 8.no®10,00 Carnations 1 50® 2 00 fancy 3.00® i 00 Lily of the vaiiey 2.00® 3.00 Violets 30® .60 Harrisii lilies 8 00®12.50 Frecsiil l.O0(« 1.60 Narcissus Paper White 1 .00® 1 .50 Yellow 2.00® 4.00 Roman hyacinths 75® 1.50 Tulips. 2 00® 3.00 Callas 8 .00@10. 00 idiantum 50® 1.00 Smilax 10.00@12.00 Philadelphia, Feb. 5. Eoses, Tea 5.00® 8.00 " extra 10.00@12.00 Beauty, extra 50.00@65.00 firsts 30.00®40.00 Queen of Edgely, extra 75,00 " firsts.... 2^,00 Carnations 1.00® 3.00 Lily 01 the valley 4.00® 5.00 Asparagus 25.00®50.00 Smilax 13 5D®1B.OO BCI-FALO, Pjb. 6. Roses, Beauty 7.00@35.00 Bride, Bridesmaid, Meteor 6.00@15.00 Carnations l.BO® 1 00 Violets 50@ 1.00 Lily of the valley 3.00® 4.00 Smilax 15.00®20.00 Adiantum 1.00® l.BO Give Us a Trial. We Can Please You. Roses, Carnations and all kinds of Seasonable Flowers in stocli. WH E VACTIUIS Wholesale Com- nnii Ti nndlllllli mission Florist, 481 Washington St., Buffalo, N. Y. Dealer in Florists' Supplius iinil Wlro Designs. Open Oar and NiKht. riarketing For Flowers is a pleasure if done at the headquarters of the The New York Cut Flower Company Here is the choicest stock of the most eminent growers, fresh every morning and in full variety. Goods selected and shipped to any part of the country. Always room for growers looking for an outlet for good cut flower stock. DAILY RFPORTS. WEEKLY PAYMENTS. SUESROOMS{^|*VoRrc?T%'!**' Telephones; 2239 Madison Sq. 2U3'> Madison Sq. J. A. MILLANG, Manasxb. Gut Harrisii Lilies. I am growing the largest batch of lilies in New England. Have over 50,000 Harrisii besides plenty of Japans for Raster. Can supply blooms all the time from now till spring. Can fill orders tor any quantityat an hour's notice. H. N. EATON, 'Phone Connection. SO. SUDBURY, MASS. EUGENE BERNHEIMER Wholesale Florist, rrUr,: t. Philadelphia. CONSIGNMENTS OF ROSES SOLICITED. YOUNG & NUGENT Wholesale Florists. PRICE LIST TO APPLICANTS, 42 West 28tli Street, NEW YORK. Telephone 2065 Madison Square Roses, Carnations, Valley, Orchids, Novelties. Are sblppiuK the tl nest in the New York market igo2. The American Florist. 53 TOP GRADE BEAUTIES, BRIDES, BRIDESIMAIDS, Carnations rs^f JOHN I. RAYNOR, '""^^^l^Sk^. Telephone No. 1998 Madison Square. George Saltford, WHOLESALE DEALER AND SPECIALIST IN Consignments solicited from good growers of VIOLETS* Shipping orders attended to promptly. Telephone 2230 Madison Square. Walter F. Sheridan, Wholesale Florist, Telephone 902 Uadlsoii Bqaare. 39 West 28th St., NEW YORK. Telephone Nos. 2239 and 2034 Madison Square. MOORE, HENTZ & NASH Wholesale Commission Florists, 65 and 57 West 26th St., NEW YORK CITY. Adjoining New York Cut Flower Co. salesroom. Finest Salesroom in the Trade. Inspection Invited. Ail business, selling or shipping, strictly commisBion. uiuni ccAi r WILLIAM GHORMLEY, nnuMioomy ^ WHIJI rAllI r RECEIVER AND SHIPPER OF fRESH CtT FLOWERS. DAILY STOCK OF ALL ljll|ff||l| I UU I U ll H RECEIVER AND SHIPPER OF FRESH CtT FLOWERS. DAILY STOCK OF ALL THE CHOICEST VARiniES FROM BEST GROWERS WHO SHIP TO NEW YORK. ORCHIDS, ROSES, CARNATIONS, VALLEY. Largest receiver of VIOLETS in America Talaphona 2200 Madison Squara, 67 WEST 28th STREET, NEW YORK CITY. JOHN YOUNG Special American Beauties, Surpassing Carnations, Violets, Lily of the Valley, Orchids, and all Seasonable Flowers. SI West 28th St., NEW TOSK. Tel. 1905 Madison Sq. THE RECOGNIZED HEADQUARTERS IN NEW YORK CITY FOR Violets and Carnations GROWERS and BUYERS make a note of this. It will be to your advantage. WM. H. GUNTHER, 80 West 29tli St., New York. Telephone 551 Madison Square. FRANK MILLANG. CUT FLOWERS, WHOLESALE COMMISSION, 408 E. 34th Street, «ut Flower Exchange. NEW YORK. Telephone 299 MadlBon Square. ESTABLISHED 1872. JOHN J. PERKINS, COMMISSION FLORIST, SollcHt Conslgnmantt or Shipping Orders. Satisfaction given in both. Write (or Ternii. 115 West 30th St., New York. POPULAR WITH THE TRADE. Therefore a profitable place to send your Flowers. M. a. HART'S, 48 West 30th St., New York City. Telephone 325 Madison Square. Choice Carnations. Selected Roses. Traendly&Schenck NEV YORK QTY, 38 W. 28th Street, Cut Flower Exchange. New Telephone No. 7S8 it 799 Madison Sq. Wbol^ale pbwer/larKjfe Nbw Y obk, Feb. 5. Roses, Beauty, select 40.00@60.00 " " medium 10.00@30.00 " " culls 1.00® 3.00 " Bridesmaid, Bride, Meteor 2.O0@ 6 00 " " " extra.. 8.0O@12.0O " Liberty 2.00® 5.00 " Liberty special 8.00@20.00 Carnations 1.50® 2.50 Carnations, specialties 4.00® 5.00 Violets 30® .75 Lily ot the valley 1.50® 3.0O Roman hyacinths 75® 1.00 Paper White narcissi, Preesia 1.00® 1.50 Yellow narcissi 1.50® 3.0D Callas 10.00 Sweet Peas 1 .00 Tulips, single 2 00® 3.00 double 3.00© 4.00 Lilac, per bunch 1.00 Harrisii lilies 10.00@15.00 Cattleyas 10.00@40. 00 Mignonette , 2. CO® 6.00 Smilax 10.00®12.00 AiparaKua 25.00@50.00 " Sprengeri, per doz, bun. 2.00@3.00 Adiantum 75@1.C0 GHAS. MILLANG, 50 W. 29th St., -NEW YORK. FORD BROS. Receivers and Shippers of FRESH FLOWERS. Best Violets in New York market. Ill West 30th St.. NEW YORK. Telephone 157 Madison Square. Julius Lang S8 West aotb Street. NEW TORK. RSFBESENTB TEE BEST QBOWEBS OF ROSES, CARNATIONS, VALLEY. MADISOH SQUiiBB. Telbphoke I ALEX. J. GUTTMAN, Wholesale Commission Florist, A full supply daily of the cholccBt New York and New Jersey FLOWERS. 02 W. 29th Street, NEW YORK CITY. Telephone 1738 Madison Square. LIMPRECHT FLORIST SUPPLY COMPANY. WHOLESALE Commission FLORISTS and FLORISTS' SUPPLIES. Also all Usds of Greess for Decoratloss. IIS West 30th Street. NFI/V VADK Telephone 1438 MadlBon gqnare. nil-fT lUHB. Conslg^nments Solicited. fl. H. LflNGJflHR, Wholesale Commission Florist, BEST EXOWERS SHIPPED AT L.O'WEST NEW TORK PRICES. 19 Boerum Place, Brooklyn, N. Y. Telephonk 939 Main. Now in Season : FREESIAS, DAFFODILS. TULIPS, LILAC, SWEET PEAS and ACACIA. EDW. c. horan; 47 WEST 28TH ST.; Tel. 421 Madison Square, NEW YORK. Cyj FLOWERS AI WHOLESALE. All Roses, Violets 54 The American Florist. Feb. 8^ The ^eed Tr^^ib. AMERICAN SEED TRADE ASSOCIATION. J. E. NoRTHRUT, Pres.; S. F. Leonard, Vloe- Pres.; S. F. Wu-lard, Wethersfleld, Conn., Seo'y and Treas. Twentieth annual convention. Twin Cities, Minn., June, 1902. Visited Chicago: George A. Tilton, of A. Tilton & Son, Cleveland, Ohio. Visited Nbw York: E. M. Parm?lee, of the J. H. Allan Seed Co., Picton, Ont. C. S. Clark, of Wakeman, Ohio, will soon build an addition to his seed com warehouse. C. P. Beaslan and wife, of San Jose, Cal., are registered at the Waldorf Asto- ria hotel, New York. The first large contingent of Dutch bulb drummers arrived at New York, February 5, on the S. S. Statendam. Visited St. Louis: A. J. Brown, Grand Rapids; A. Haven, South Haven, Mich.; Joseph Rolker, New York; Wm. Trillow and A. Ringier, Chicago. At Racine, Wisconsin, this year 2,000 acres of cabbage will be grown in a dis- trict seven miles square. The seed is mostly sold by men who buy the cabbage crop when matured in the fall. French Bulb Prices. The French bulb prices just being fixed for the 1902 crop show an advance to the growers of from five to eight francs on leading items. The greatest percent- age of increase is shown in the price of narcissi. It is believed by most dealers that the growers' syndicate will main- tain the schedule as it did last season. During the past ten years white Roman hyacinths, twelve to fifteen centimeter size, have three seasons been above present rates, two times ten or twelve francs higher and once about three francs higher. During the other seven years the prices have been from fifteen to thirty francs lower than for 1902, one year selling as low as forty francs. Farmers' Institute for Philadelphia County. The programme for the Philadelphia County Farmers' Insitute, which has just been completed, is something of a depart- ure from the usual wheat, corn and potato programme of the ordinary farmers' institue as now conducted. James Boyd, of Haverford, will give a talk on "The Best Old- Fashioned Flowers for theHome Garden," asubjecton which he is an enthusiast, as any onecan attest who has ever had the pleasure of see- ing Mr. Boyd's fine collection at Haver- ford. Joseph Meehan's subject is "The Best Shrubs and Trees for aSuburbanLawn." Mr. Meehan is a brother of the late Pro- fessor Thomas Meehan and is a famous nurserymen and botanist, like his cele- brated relative. No one living is a better authority than Mr. Meehan on the sub- ject chosen for him. Jno. B. Lewis, the Philadelphia city forester, will give a timely talk on "How and When to Abate the Caterpillar Pest." During winter, when the trees are bare, much can be done to clear ofl nests of coming generations of worms, and Mr. Lewis will tell how best to go about it. "The Mushroom as a Profitable Winter Crop" has been assigned to Joseph Kift, Jr., of West Chester, a grower of this toothsome esculent who has had great success during the past few seasons, and who has introduced several new ideas in mushroom house construction of a prac- tical and up-to-date character. The leading feature of the afternoon session will be the appearance of Secre- retary of Agriculture Hamilton and Dairy and Food Commissioner Cope. Mr. Hamilton will answer the question, "What is the Department of Agriculture doing for its important sub-divisions of horticulture, floriculture and forestry?" Mr. Cope will stand up and tell "The Truth about Oleo!" Both gentlemen have live and timely topics and every- body will be interested. Other speakers are Hon. Thomas J. Phillips, "Commercial Fertilizers and their Uses;" Dr. M. E. Conard, "The Importance of Dairy Hygiene;" Prof. Wells W. Cooke, "Care and Feeding of Dairy Stock;" Calvin Cooper, "The Sprayer a Help to Fruit Growers;'' S. R. Dow^ning. "Improvement of the Soil." James Cheston, Jr., the famous poultry and pet stock amateur, whose farm at Chestnut Hill is popularly supposed to be fenced with blue ribbons and where gold medals hang on every tree, is booked for a talk on "The Educative Value of Poultry Shows." Lewis M. Haupt, civil engineer, will give an illustrated lecture on good roads. The Institute will be held at Horticul- tural Hall, Broad and Locust streets, February 19, afternoon session com- mencing at 2 p. m., evening session com- mencing at 7:30 p.m. Edwin Lonsdale,, chairman of the committee for Philadel- phia county, will preside, and questions for the speakers to answer may be mailed to George C. Watson, Juniper and Wal- nut streets, who will also furnish com- plete programme of the exercises to any one desiring same. The meeting is one of the department's regular course and is held under the auspices of the Florists' Club of Philadelphia and the Pennsyl- vania Horticultural Society, free to the public, everybody welcome. G. C. Watson. Grand Rapids, Mich.— C. W. Scott,, representing Vaughan's Seed Store, was a visitor this week. Newark, N. J — W. S. Manning, super- intendent of the Essex county parks, is ill with appendicitis. Utica, N. Y. — W. A. Rowlands has let the contract for two more large green- houses to be added to his plant. Bristol, N. H.— Smith D. Fellows sold his range of 12,000 feet of glass to his brother, Leslie H. Fellows, who has removed and will re-errect them at Hyde Park, Mass. SPECIAL OFFER JAPANESE FERN BALLS. LILIUM AURATUM AND DOUBLE PAEONIAS. JAPANESE FERN BALLS Fresh importation, 6 in. diam- eter, eacb ■,^^c; $"ir>0 per 00 per 1(10 DOUBLE PAEONIA CHINENSIS. We have just received aconsigoment of exceptionally fine P:<>onia Chioensis. The roots average tliree to four strong eyes, and the mixture comprises all the colors blended in a satisfactory proportion. I'er dozen. .$1.00; per 100. .$7.00. SOW JOHNSON & STOKES KINGLY COLLECTION PANSY if you wish to increase your Pansy sales. The most popu- lar and etfective strain 'in the trade. Halt trade packet (1000 seeds), 3nc; trade packet (3J0u seeds), 50c; 600D seeds, $1.00; ounce, $5,00 JOHNSON & STOKES, 217 and 219 Market Street. PHILADELPHIA, PA. Pearl or Cat-Tail MILLET SEED Large quantity of choice new crop seed just received. Prices quoted on request. We can also supply TEOSINTE, BEGGAR WEED, JAPAN CLOVER, BERMUDA GRASS SEED, and all other Southern Specialties to best advantage. Write for prices, stating quantities desired. T. W.Wood & Sons SEEDSMEN, RICHMOND, VA. ESTABLISHED 1802 TtlORBURN'S SEEDS have been the standard of excellence for a hundred years, and were awarded the GOLD MEDAL both at the Paris Exposition of I9„0 and Pan-Araerioan 1901. Our Wholesale Price List of I'lower Seeds, etc,, for Florists, will be mailed on application, and our Trade Price List of Vegetable and Flower Seeds to seed dealers, J.M.THORBURN&CO. (lat« ol IS John Street) 36 CORTLANDT STREET. NEW VOM Francis Brill, SPECIALIST IN GabbageiGauliflowerSeed HEMPSTEAD. Long Island. N. Y. GOLD MEDAL GLADIOLI Groft's Hybrid (iliidioli Uecoived the Gold Medal and Thirteen First Awanisatthe Pan-Araencan Exposition. I have the Littestand tuily Complete Collection of GROFF'S HYBRIDS in the United State.s, ami control over Seventy-five per cent, of all Stock Grown and Introduced by Mr. GrolT. Write for catilogue. ARTHUR COWEE. GLADIOLUS SPECIALIST, MEADOWVALE FARM. BERLIN. N. Y. TKLEGBAFH CODE 0» THl AM. SEED TRADE ASSOCIATION inetthtritiaortluibieooTar, A.DDBM0 ordibi TO AMERICAN FLORIST CO.. CHICAGO. :go2. The American Florist. 55 Kennicott Bros. Co. WHOLESALE COMMISSION FLORISTS FLORISTS' SUPPLIES. AND DEALERS IN ALL KINDS OF W|E arc supplying all comers for roses, even in these times of great scarcity in the rose market. ^^ Qualities are excellent. Carnations were never ^"^^^ better. Whatever you want, you can. get it here. Specialties : Klehms' Novelty Tulip and Lily of the Val- ley from home grown pips, the biggest valley ever grown. 42-44 Randolph St., CHICAGO. CARNATION CUTTINGS. We are in a position to supply strictly clear, healthy, well rooted Carnation Cuttings. All the novel- ties and standard sorts. Whatever your wants, let us quote prices before you place an order. We can inter- est you. Also on ROSES and Violet Plants Remember that when it comes to Wire Woric wc can discount any list you ever saw, our own included. Write. nreer^s Palms ! *^ For RETAILING and DECORATING. G-OLD MEDAL— Fan- American Exposition 1901 SILVER COP— BufiFilo Florists' Club 1901 CERTIFICATE OP MERIT— Society of American Florists 1901 The following sizes and varieties will be found of exceptionally good value. "MIKADO" FERN BALL start a number of them now. They sell like ' Hot cakes" when in leaf. We are headquarters for Selected Balls. See front cover for prices. Vaughan's Seed Store 84-86 Randolph St., CHICAGO. 14 Barclay Street, NEW YORK. please mention the a mencan Florist when iifyiUn^ ASPARAGUS PLUMOSUS, 2]/i, 3 and 4-inch. SPRENGERI. ^%, 3 and 4-inch, extra nice stock. GERANIUMS, 2^ and 3-incb, red, white, pink and salmon. Write GEO. A. KUHL. PEKIN. ILL. 1000 POINSETTIAS Strong dormant stock, at $6.00 per 100. Cash with Order. CHAS. FRUEH & SONS.'^a'K' ^iease mention the American Florist when wriUrur. AREOA LUTEBCENS. Inch Inches Per pots. high. d-z. 3 2 plants in a pot... 13 to 15.. $1.33 4....3 " " ...15 to 18.. 3.1,0 Each .3 " " ...38 to 30. $1.00 .3 " •' ...30to36.. 2.60 Per 100 $10.00 35.00 Doz. $i2.ca 30.00 KENTIA BELMOREANA. Inches Per high. doz. 5 leaves 10tol3..$35U 5 to 6 ■• 15 .. 4E0 Each. .34 to 38. .$1.35 .38 to 30.. l.BO .30 to 32.. 3.00 .34 to 36.. 3.60 .36 .. 4.00 Per ICO $20.00 35.00 Doz. $15.00 18 00 3100 30.00 48,00 in a pot, well-furnished. 3i4 feet fine plants, $4.00 each, $48.00 doz. KENTIA FORSTERIANA. Inches Per high. doz. 5 leaves 13to 15..$3.50 .6 to6 " 15 to 18.. 450 .5to6 " 18to3J.. 6.00 .6 6....5 to6 6....5 to6 7. 8... .6 .6 .38 to 3). .30 .30 to 33.. .30 to 36.. .42 .42 to 48. Each. 1.00 1.25 1.50 3.00 3.60 .00 KENTIA BELMOREANA. to 3 plants in a pot, 3^ to 4 feet high, $4 00 each, $48.00 doz. Per 110 $30. oa 35.00 50.00 Doz. $13 00 15.00 18.00 24.C0 30.00 36.00- Inch iDches pots, high. 6 — 34 to 28 bushy, stocky, plants. 7....36to28.... " 8....38 to3i.... 8....30to36.... PHOENIX CANARIENSI8. Inch Feet Each ..$1.25 .. 1.75 ..3 00 ..3 50 tubs. high. Each 12... .3^4 to 4. ...bushy, stocky plants .$6.00 13. ...4 to 4^.... " •' 7.50 For the most complete list of Palms and Decorative Stock, as well as all seasonable Plorlats' Stock, see our current Wholesale List. HENRY A. DREER, 714 CHESTNUT ST , PHILADELPHIA, PA. 56 The American Florist. Feb. 8, The (v[ur5BRy T^atjE. AM. ASSOCIATION OF NURSERYMEN. R. C. BERCKMAN8, Pres.; R. J. Cob, Vice-Pres. OsoBes C. Seabeb. Rochester. N. Y., Seo'y. Twenty-seventh annual convention, Milwaukee, Wis., June, 1902. The Midland Nursery Co.,Des Moines, la., lias been incoroorated by 0. H. Rob- inson, W. C. BallaVd and W. E. Chapin, with $25,000 capital stock. It is the purpose to largely extend the business. Notes of the Parks. The South Parks Board of Chicago has accepted sites tor about a dozen small parks, largely in the neighborhoods where workingmen make their homes, which will be acquired and developed at an expense of about $600,000. The West Park Board has voted to issue bonds for a million dollars for the purpose of acquiring sites for small parks. This project has the support of the peo- ple but recent increases in salaries and the addition ot names to tbe pay roll has brought much newspaper censure upon the board. Wm. Cooke has been elected general superintendent. Walter Hubbard of Meriden, Conn., has donated to the city a tract of land on both sides of Harbor Brook, known as Brookside, and at his own expense built roads, walks and bridges, and oth- erwise beautified it. Mr. Hubbard has in the past been a very generous donor of park reservations for Meriden. Hub- bard Park, which was largely a gift from this public- spirited gentleman contains about 1,000 acres. The Appalachian Mountain Club and Massachusetts Forestry Association are raising by subscription a fund of between $2,000 and $3,000 for the purpose of pur- chasing the giant pines in Carlisle and the ten acres of ground on which they stand and opening the tract for visitors. These treei are estimated to be over two centuries old and are the finest specimens now left of the original growth of white pine which once covered New England. Trees and Shrubs. Considering the advanced season and severe weather behind us, a number of tender plants can still be saved from injury by frost if attended to immediately. The changeable weather of late winter and early spring does more damage to a majority of plants than all the cold of winter, and it is, therefore, during March and part o( April that protection in the way of straw, leaves, canvas or boards is needed more than at any other time. Indeed, early covering will often attract mice to this warm abode, which will feed on the plants and do more damage than winter cold. The right time to cover up is as soon as the ground is frozen solid. Tender plants in a sunny situation are more liable to be damaged by frost than if protected from the noonday sun. Often a board to keep off the direct sun is 2 11 the protection needed. This is especially so with evergreen plants. A heavy mulch around the tree or shrub to keep the frost away from its roots is also very beneficial, particularly to such species as hold on to their foliage during winter. Here the constant evaporation, increas- ing with the rise of the sun, needs con- tinuous support in the way of water absorbed by the roots and through the laws of radiation transmitted to the leaves. This will explain why it is bene- ficial to keep the frost away from the roots of evergreens, especially in their early age, when their roots have not pen- etrated the soil to such depth as to be free from frost. Nature offers protection to its children in the way of undergrowth, leaves or in the pine and spruce forests, a thick layer of needles that frost rarely pene- trates. This will account for the fact that plants transplanted from the woods will winter kill in the exposed border. This I have found to be the case with the beautiful cardinal flower. Lobelia cardi- nalis. But is this any wonder? At the present writing there is 12° to 18° of frost on open lands and none in the woods. Tree pruning can be carried on dur- ing nice weather. Trees in vyhich the sap commences to run early as, lor instance, soft maples, should be attended to immediately. Many object to tree pruning during the winter months, claim- ing the impossibility of detecting dead wood. This is all bosh. The experienced gardener never misses a dry limb. But the amount ol bad pruning done perhaps tends to show that there is a scarcity of the latter. The pruning of shrubbery is better left until spring or midsummer, according to the varieties that need pruning. The winter months are the proper time for fighting some of our worst enemies in the way of insects. Egg masses and cocoons can be found in the crevices of the bark of old trees or hanging to the limbs. On small places hand picking is the most satisfactory remedy. Where they are out of reach a simple appliance by which to exterminate them is found in tying a rag at the end of a long pole. This rag is dipped in creosote and applied to the egg masses. Where the oyster shell bark louse is present, give the infested part a good wash of kerosene emulsion Jambs Jensen- Madison, Wis.— Fred. Rentschler having plans drawn for a new residence to cost $5,000. Anoka, Mdjn.— D. O. Pratt is pushing the work of construction on three green- houses each 300 feet long. Atlanta, Ga.— The Lambert Floral Co. has sold the name "Lambert" to Lambert Bros, and applied for change of charter to Atlanta Floral Co. Helena, Mont.— Mrs. Mattie Miller is making haste in the erection of a new greenhouse 20x80 for spring bedding plants. Two other houses of the same size are then to be added and all three given to carnations next season. Rhododendron Maximum IKalmia Latifolia The two best native Evergreen Shrubs for out-of-door ornamentatioa. Furnished by car load lots or in smaller quantities. Send for prices, also Special Rhododendron circulars. VINCA MINOR— 10,00D 3-iDch clumps for sale cheat). Fine lot of general nursery stock. EASTERN NURSERIES, m- m. Pawson. Hgr. Jamaica Plain, Mass. Choicest Fruit and Ornamental Trees. Shrubs, Plants, Bulbs, Seeds. 40 Acres Hardy Roses. 44 Qreenfaouses of Palms, Everbloomin^ Roses, Ficus, Ferns, Etc. Correspondenoo solicited. Catalogue Free. 47 Years. 1000 Acres. THE STORRS & HARRISON CO., Palnesvllle, O. IMPORT FREIGHT AGENTS DELAWARE, LACKAWANNA AND WESTERN RAILROAD CO., AT NEW YORK, N. Y. Publishers of Vandegrift's United States Tariff. ENERGY. ECONOMY. DISPATCH. F. B, Vandegiift & Go. CUSTOMS BROKERS AND FORWARDERS. FOREIGN EXPRESS, EXPORT AND INSURANCE BROKERS. A. E. C. CODE USED. NEW YORK: CHICACO: OITice: 61; Beaver St. Ofllce: 315 Dearborn St. Tel. 928 liroail. Tel. Harrison X40. Cable Atldress: Vanfjrift. r Agenit and Corretpondenit Throughout the World. B.W. DIRKEN, Oudonboseh, Holland. ORNAMENTAL AND FOREST TREES A SPECIALTY. Conifers, Evergreens, Hollies, Etc. jt j^ j^ Prices on Application. Send to THE MOON For j Trees, Shrubs, Vines Your I and Small Fruits. Descriptive Illustriited Catalosuo Free. THB WM, H. MOON OO. MorrlBvMIe, Pa. Please mention Ike American Florist when writing: Park Architects and Dealers will find whatever thev want in the Holland Nurseries, DeBilt near Utrecht XJ[OIvIv.A.NX>. SPECIALTIES ARE : Conifers. Everereens, Hardy Shrubs, Lilacs, Ornamental Trees, Fruit Trees in different forms, Azaleas, Rliododendron Ponticum and Hybridum. Please send list of your wants and write for general catalogue. We will make you special offers. Write to GROENEWEGEN & ZOON, De Bllt, near Utrecht, Holland. ithododendrons "in." Choice plants. .6 to 10 in., 75c per 10; S5 00 per 100 " 12 to is-in., $1.51 per 10; 12.50 per 100 Special prices on Iftr^e lota. Caah with tlrat order. Unndodendron L^^avcs inr festociniD^^s, 5(Jc per 1000 J. N. PRITCHARD, Elk Park, N. C. There Are Buyers P\ir Jill kinds of i^ood stock advtTt.iscd in.. THE AMERICAN FLORIST igo2. The American Florist. 57 We Can Show Them All "Where They Get Offl" f&SHi'^ m ESULTS are what You ''Get Off" at count. Poor Results and "Little Doing." GOOD RESULTS and you ride in Automobiles when- ever You say "GO." Profitable Easter Saks result from HUNT'S "CATCHY NOVELTIES" and here's the Place to ''Get Olf," as there is no place in America where a Finer Line of Baskets, Cords, Mattings, Crepe Papers, etc., is shown. Would you like to look over this line ? Send to us for our Portfolio of Colored Photographs exactly reproducing:, in natural colors, a line of our Best Baslcets, Hampers, Ferneries, Fiat Dishes, Center Pieces, Wheelbarrows, Automo- biles, Vases, Pot Covers, etc., also a colored plate of our Ribbon Bows showing: many new and novel Ideas in the Correct Colors. Send for this portfolio, look it over and you will g:ain many new ideas. If you see anything: you want — order it, and we will take care of you nicely — if not, its all ri8:ht any way — then return the Book to us by Express. Hunt pays the bill both ways. We will also send a pad of Porto Rican Matting samples, of Plain and Fancy Patterns. Plain Porto Rican M'tting $2.00 per doz. Fancy Pono Rican Matting 3 00 per doz. Crepe Machet Waterproof Paper 25 per roll. Hunt's Speciil Gauze Cords, No. 5 1.25 per doz. Hunt's Spscial Gauze Cords, No. 3 J 00 per doz EMJ IJ -__«.^T6-T8 Wabaih Iv, • n* nuni CHICAGO. Dahlias Mrs winters THE WORLD'S BEST WHITE DAHLIA. Novelties ard Stand . ard varieties. ISvrs'. experience and have failed of no prize competed tor. See my catalogue before placing your order. Also fine field-grown Hollyhocks at $3.50 per 100. -Cannas, Pffionias and Hardy Plants. Cheap mix- tures are dear; get the best. «. W. WILMORE, The Dahlia Specialist, Box 382, DENVER. COLO. 500,000 VERBENAS. 60 finest named varieties, including our NEW MAMMOTH WHITE. "MRS. McKINLEY." The finest white verbena grown ; perfectly healthy; free from disease. Rooted cuttings. 60c per 100; $5 00 per 1000. Plants, 82.50 per 100; $30.1 0 per 1000. Our list is the choice of millions of seedlings. Send for circular. J. L. DILLON. BLOOM8BURG. Pa. A.iv:\i:s HOME-OBOWN, FINK, CLEAN STOCK; GROWN COOI,. Write lor Price List The Exotic Huraeries. J. B. HEISS. DAYTON. OHIO. Crimson Rambler Roses $J0, $12 and $J5 per JOO. Field-grown plants, just the kind for forcing. The Conard & Jones Co, West Grove, Pa. NEW CROP SEEDS!! ASTER DAYBREAK, finest pink, true stock '4-oz., Mo oz., $3 50 ASTER SeMPLE'SBRANCHINQ, white, pink, lavender, crimson, purple " 35c " l.BO ASTER ViCK'S BRANCHIN1, pure white " 3ic " 1.35 ASTER QUEBN OF THE MARKET, white, rose, dark blue " 30o " .75 SALVIA SPLENDENS " 3ie " 1.50 SMILAX oz.,3to lb, 3.60 VERBENA MAMiWOTH. finest mixed 's-oz . 3ic oz , 1.00 ASTER, PAEONV PERFECTION, pink, crimson, light-blue, dark blue, td. pkt, 25c ■■ 1.50 ASTER, PABONY PERFECTION, finest mixed " 3Jc " 135 Other seasonable seeds, also a full line of rooted cuttings of Carnations, Chrysanthemums, Roses, vigorous stock grown by the Lake View Rose Gardens, are fully described in our trade list. WALTER MOTT SEED & BULB GO., JAMESTOWN, N. Y. BOSTON FERNS READY FOR EASTER. We have the largest stock in the west, in 4, 5. 6. 7, 8 and 10-inch; two last sizes are fine specimen plants. You will want some for Easter. WRITE GEO. A. KUHLs PEKIN. ILL. Rooted cuttings, well root- ' ed,$l per 100;»7.50 per 1000. FOROET-ME-NOT, trup winter flowering, out of 2)4- in. pots, $2.00 per inO; $15.C0 per 1000. J. C. SCHMIDT, Bristol, Pa. BEGONIfl GLOIRE DE LORRAINE, 2X-)nch pots, $15.00 per 100. Write for prices on large lots. Stock guaranteed absolutely free from disease. THOMAS ROLAND, Nahant, Mass. SPECIALTIES HOSES, from 3-lnoh pots. . |»^e# CARNATIONS, (or aU deUvery, '" "*>»' CHRYSANTHEMUMS, XT strlt^ile-a SMILAX, VIOLETS. Tariciicai Prices Low. Send for List. WOOD BROTHERS. Fishkill. N. Y. SUCCESSFUL SELLERS are the successful grower* who advertise iajtjtjfjtjtjtjtj^ -THE AMERICAN FLORIST. 58 The American Florist. Feb. s. Our f asTiMES. Announcements of coming contests or other events of Interest to our bowling, shooting and oyoling readers are solicited and will be given place m this column. Address all correspondence for this department to Wm. J. Stewart, 79 Milk St., Boston, Mass.; Robt. Kift, 1725 Chestnut St., Philadelphia, Pa.; or to the American Florist Co., 324 Dearborn St., Chicago, 111. The employesofHitchings&Company have made all arrangements for their fourth annual reception to be held at Elks' Hall, York and, Henderson streets, Jersey City, N. ]., on the eve of the anni- versary of Lincoln's birthday, February 11. A good time is assured to all their friends and acquaintances who find it convenient to attend. At Jamestown, N. Y. The rose growers took the carnation men into camp again on the evening of Jantiary 30, when they rolled the follow- ing score: CAENATIOK QBOWEBS. Player lat 2d 3d 4th T'l Cap. Hermon 110 161 135 175 582 A. Wasson 143 138 146 185 613 A.Scott 158 147 135 107 547 J. Lydon 120 97 104 116 437 &, Carlson Ill 105 106 89 411 Total 612 648 627 672 2589 ROSE GROWERS. Player 1st 2d 3d 4th T'l Capt. Brooks 136 149 142 139 666 Wm. Coyne 157 167 146 173 643 M. McCue 96 178 152 155 581 C. Gunton 147 86 133 146 .513 E. Bowyer 152 115 127 175 569 Total 688 695 700 788 2871 w. Handicap Bowling Tournament. On Lincoln's birthday, February 12, the Florists' Club of Philadelphia announces a handicap bowling tourna- ment open to members only, in celebra- tion of its team having won the cham- pionship of Philadelphia in the academy tournament. The prize money won by the team has been doubled by the club and eight individual trophies are now offered. The tournament will commence at two p. m. and continue during the afternoon and evening. Light refresh- ments will be served. The following are the entries, with the handicap allowed to each figured on records for six months: Player H'd'p. Player H'd'p. Johnson scnitch Baker 19 Mooney 3 Wutson 19 Dunham 5 Gibson )9 Harris 7 Graham 20 Moore 8 Reibenaok 30 Moss 8 Holmes 20 Kuestner 10 llurton 20 Connor 13 Craig 23 Starr 12 Sweet 33 Allen 12 Hallowell, W 33 Kift 12 Lciivnr 23 Archer 13 Dunlap 31 Westcott 14 Gill 34 Eimerman 16 McElroy 2(i Pontes 18 Falck 23 Bonsall 17 p'arrell 36 Bust 18 Kocnij? ;15 Adelberger 18 Hanna 45 Anderson 18 IliiUowcll, C 50 The committee having the tou.-nament in charge, George M. Moss, George C. Watson and John W. Dunham, has made the following special rules: 1. — One other member must \>f' bowling \vhrn the game is rolled and fandidalc must declare his intention that ilie game is for jirize befufe ho commences. 3. — Any Florists' Cluh member not also a mem- ber of the bowling club or the teams that com- peted at the academ,v must jjay an entry fee of 50 cents to the committee before commencing the game. 8. — All games to be run olT under the rules c,r the American Howling < 'oni-'ri-ss. William Falck has been appointed official scorer. G. C. Watson. At New York. F. W. Lentr, secretary of the bowling club, has not been able to participate in the game since he has had a "game leg" as the result of a collision with a trolley car. There were but four members pres- ent February 3 and Mr. Taylor was allowed from twenty to fifty pins from the other crack bowlers, because he is not in their class. But he surprised them a few times by beating them out and the scores were as follows: Player. 1st 2d 3d 4th 5th 6th Theilmann 183 134 140 199 150 2C3 Smith 161 185 152 178 155 119 Hafner 122 157 161 134 101 151 Taylor 109 117 133 133 86 148 At Chicago. The following is the record of the games rolled on Chicago alleys, Tuesday even- ing, February 4: All Stars 1st 2d 3d T'l Chas. Hunt 163 135 114 411 Chas. Ballufl 178 134 170 483 Ed. Hauswirth 118 175 135 418 Chas Hughes 125 134 116 375 Total 583 578 525 1686 Retailers 1st 2d 3d T'l P. J. Hauswirth 194 146 174 514 J. Heubner 159 119 157 435 JohnLambros 166 127 153 4)6 Geo.Asmus 174 186 123 483 Total 693 578 607 1878 Growers 1st 2d 3d T'l Geo. Stollery 149 191 194 534 Fred. Stollery 176 139 179 494 Walter Kreitling ...138 166 111 415 F. Matte 146 168 157 471 Total 609 661 6411914 Wholesalbrs 1st 2d 3d T'l Jos. Foerster 169 206 191 565 L. Coatsworth 167 114 139 420 Ed. Benthey 133 166 169 468 E. F. Winterson 176 193 167 536 Total 645 678 666 1989 Philadelphia. TRADE LIVELY AND THE DEMAND FOR GOOD FLOWERS HARD TO SATISFY. — PRICES AT A HIGH LEVEL.— CLUB HOLDS AN ANI- MATED SESSION. — NOTES OF VARIOUS DOINGS. Things have been moving along lively the past week, there having been a goodly number of dinners and other social func- tions that have kept the surplus from accumulating and made a demand for all first-class stock that was hard to fill. The dull weather, of which we have had a surfeit of late, has made the stock scarce and prices are well up. Select Beauties are bringing $8 per dozen while $15 is asked for the best teas. Carna- tions are in good supply and the quality is all right. Prices range from $1.50 to $6, the latter for a few of the extras. Violets are in good shape and sell fairly well. Lily of the valley is plentiful at from $3 to $4. The new crop is in better form and the leaves are more in evidence. The February meeting of the Florists' Club was a rather windy affair. There has not been so much eloquence let loose for many a long day. Geo. Moss read a very practical paper on how to pack, cut and ship cut flowers. This appears in another column of this paper and should be read by most cut flower shippers. There were two severe wind storms, one over the acceptance of a supplementary report of the Helen Gould rose committee and the other as to whether the bowling club should be given charge of the selec- tion of a team to represent the club at Asheville next August. The Bowline; Club gets the honor and while the club accepted the supplementary report of the committee on the Helen Gould rose, they did not care a picayune whether it was published or not, and so voted. Htigh Graham had the decorations for the dinner of the millionaires last Wednes- day. It was a magnificent affair, with the flowers in keeping with the occasion. Cattleyas, lily of the valley and acacias were the principal kinds used. B. Stahl had the decorations for the German- American ball at the Academy of Music Monday. They were quite elab- orate and very much admired. K. Shelby^tlle, Ind. — Charles Werner & Son, wholesale confectioners and tobac- conists, are building a range of com- mercial greenhouses. WoosTER, 0. — The large greenhouses- of C. Z. Yoder, northeast of town, were wrecked by fire January 27, entail- ing a heavy loss. Norwich, Conn.— As the result of a disagreement about working on Sunday, Peter Long, 55 years old, shot Mrs^ Abraham Plant, who employed him a» gardener. The wound is not dangerous. THE NEW YORK CUT FLOWER GO. DESIRABLE WALL SPACE FOR ADVERTISING PURPOSES. J. A. MiLLANG. MOR. Mpii/ VnPl/ 65-57 West 26th Street. !'»'" lUIK. RAFFIA TolZll VAUGHAN'S SEED STORE, CHICAGO NEW VORK. CINERARIAS for EASTER 3-inch and 4-inch stock. Fine. Place your order now for SMI LAX, 2;^-inch. Wiite GEO. A. KUHL, PEKIN, ILL. "gIranIUmsT Double Grant, Bruanti, Alphoiise Riccard, J.J. Harrison, Mme. Thibau',, John Doyle, Beaute Poitevine, Mme. Jaulin, Gloire de I-'rance, La Favorite. S. A. Xutt. Kelwiiv. Frances Perkins, etc., labeled, from 2K-inoh pots, $3 per 100; *26 per 1000. Mixed, my selection, $! BU per 100; $2* per lOOO. PAUL MADCR, Cast Stroudsburg, Pa. EXTRA CHOICE FLOWER SEEDS. r,lst fr«-e on appllf-ittion. FRED. ROEMER. Seed Grower, '> .. .. (Jiu>iirf;, (>eriiian7. > ► I ElECTROS... 4' for Catalogue Purposes, % WK have a large assortment of strictly hlKh-class halftones of which we can supply electros suttable for catalogue Illustration. If you need anything In this way, state your re- quirements and wo will submit [Toofi of the illustralions in stock Price for cash only 16 cents per square Inch. THE AMERICAN FLORIST CO., 324 Dearborn St.. CHICAGO. igo2. The American Florist. 59 Everything For Florists. GUT FLOWERS, SUPPLIES, SEEDS, BULBS AND ALL REQUISITES. Just Received, fine lot of JAPANESE FEBN BALLS, ^^aS^p^^'iSSf Send for Complete Catalogue. McKELLAR&WINTERSON 45=4749 Wabash Ave. C H I C AGO. Telephone Main 1129. American Beauties. Carnations. Valley. LEO. NIESSEN, Wholesale Florist. N.W.Cor.FIM&ISthSt., Philadelphia. COMMISSIONS CARRIED OUT IN LONDON or any part of Great Britain. Messrs. WILLS & SEGAR will attend to any commission from American florists for the supply of Cut Flowers, Biriliday Flowers, Bouquets, High Class Floral Designs, etc., to ^eir clients who may be traveling in England. Ufll I C 9. VCRAD Court Florists to HIa nlLLO & OLUAnt majesty. The King. ROYAL EXOTIC NURSEHY. Teleobams. Onslow Crescent, South Kensington, Flosculo, London. LONDON, ENGLAND. CARNATIONS All well rooted; must get them out of sand; down ^oes the price. Now is your chance to get strong rooted cuttings to make good plants for next summer. QUEEN LOUISE, $4.00 per 100; $35 per 1000. FLORA HILL ■) DAYBREAK cRocKEi;::;:;'::::;;:::: \ wo-oopencoo. Cash LIPPINCOTT. MACEO ^^Write for price list on large orders, with, order. MERCER FLORAL CO.. Trenton, N.J. Boston Ferns Fine, strong, young plants, $3.00 per JOO; $27.50 per JOOO. Edwin Lonsdale, ^relTn^H ill. Pa. ,.If jonr., Business Methods are right jon can make a profit on an adrertlienient here. Faxon's Mammotli VERBENAS. My seed is saved from an elegant collection of named varieties, and produces very large flowers of the richest and most brilliant colors; this, my best mixture, will produce healthy plants, and is exactly what vou want—order to-day. OUNCE. $2: ^ OUNCE. $1: BOUNCE. 50 CENTS. By mail; postage paid. M.B. FAXON, iiref Boston, Mass. FLOWER SEED SPECIALIST. 100,000 Pansies. The Jennings' Strain, extra flne plants, all transplanted, many are fringed andcurled, strong plants, $4.uO per 1000, express; 75o per luO mail. Large plants. $1.00 per 100, by express only. Steele the finest. Grown in ooolhouses. Seed, ifl.ljO pir pkt. Cash. E. B, JENNINGS. Lack Box 264, Soirthport, Conn. Grower of the Finest Pansies. GET THE NEW ASPARAGUS GOMORENSiS. It grows much faster than any other variety. Strong plants from 3-inch pots, $10.00 per 100. 2^-in. pots, 5.00 per 100. C. EISELE. nth & Jefferson Sts., PHILA. PANSIES. 50e. per 100. $3.00 per 1000. 16 var. flne 2!4-in. pots, $3.00 per 100. Cash. JOS. H. CUNNINGHAM, Delaware, 0. CYCLAMENS, 4-inch, J8.0O per 100. Azaleas, best sorts, 10 to 12-inch, $30.CO per lOO. Calceolarias 2Ji-lnch, $3.00 per lOO; 200 for $5.00. Cinerarias from London Prize Show Flowers, 3-inoh, $3 00 per 100: 4-inch, $6.00 per 100. WHITTON & SONS. City and Green Sts., Utica. N. Y. A good adv. In a good paper will bring good returns. CANNAS Dormant Roots, I to 3 eyes. Per 100 Per 1000 Africa $6.00 Allemania 2 50 $3J.00 Alphoase Bouvier 3.00 Alsace 4.0O Asia 5.00 Austria 300 15.00 Beaute dePoitevine 3 59 Black Beauty 13.U0 Burbank 2.50 30.00 Captain Dragon 6 00 Chas. Henderson 1.50 Chevalier Besson 4 00 Comte de Houchaud 4.00 Crimson Bedder 3.50 Egandale 4 00 Kxplorateur Crampbel 4.C0 Fair Persian 4.00 Florence Vaughan 4.00 Golden Bedder 3 00 G. St. Hilaire 3.50 Italia 1.50 13.00 .1. T. Lovett 3 50 La France 4 OJ Leonard Vaughan 6.00 M.Laforcade 3 00 Mile. Berrat 4.C0 Mme. Crozy 4.00 Mme. Molia 4.00 Mme. Monteflore 3.00 IS. 00 Mme. Sallier 6.00 MomingStar 3 00 15. CO Papa 4.00 I'aul Marquant 3 53 Philadelphia 5 00 Queen Charlotte 3 50 Robus'a 3.0O 15.00 Rose Unique 4 01 Secretu ly Chabanne 4.00 Souv. de Antoine Crozy 5. CO Mixed, all colors 1.00 8 00 Fot up Cannas now. Ask tor our Special Spring; Catalogue. This ofler is made subject to stock being unsold upon receipt of order. BOBBINK & ATKINS, RUTHERFORD, N. J. Please mention ihe American Florist when wrilint!. ROOTED CUniNGS OUR SPECIALTY-Geranlumt from 3!<(-incti pots, named, $2.5U per 100; $32.00 per 1000. VtrbenaSi all standard named kinds, 60a per 100; $5.00 per 1000. Holiotropi, 14 named varieties, $1 00 per 100; $8.00 per 1000. Petunias, 24 varieties, $1 2.S perlOO. Salvias, 5 varieties, $1.00 per 100. Ageratumt, 5 varieties, 60c per 100. Coleus, 34 varieties, 6Uc per 100; $5.00 per 1000. Alystum, tl.OO per 100. Feverfew, $1.00 per 100. Express prepaid on all Rooted Cuttings. Satisfaction guaranteed. Cash with order. Write — S. D. BRANT, CLAY CENTER, KAN. Please mention the American Florist when writing. 60 The American Florist. Feb. 8, Cleveland. TRADE ACTIVE THE PAST WEEK. — SCAR- CITY OF ROSES MAKES A MARKET FOE ALL BULBOUS FLOWERS. — THE PREVAIL- ING PRICES, — THEATRE TRADE NOTICE- ABLE FOR ITS ABSENCE. Business for the past week has been very encouraging, quite a contrast to the preceeding period. Cut flowers and blooming plants sold in a very satisfac- tory manner and there was quite a demand for palms and Boston ferns. The scarcity of roses has proven very advantageousfor the disposal of bulbous stock, there being a demand sufficient to keep down any surplus, which is very gratifying considering the large (quantity coming into market. But it is feared these conditions will not last long with Lent so close at hand. While the Lenten season does not cut so much of a figure in the flower trade as it did in former years, yet there is a certain stagnation of the business for the first week or so which generally creates a glut, especially in the bulb line. Von Sions are coming in fine now and sell well at $4 per hund- red. Tulips bring $3 and $4, Romans $2 and $3, Paper Whites $3, and some extra fine Golden Spur $4. Lily of the valley is good at $3 and $4. Callas are very scarce and good ones readily bring $2 per dozen. Roses range from $5 to $12, with a few extra fine ones at $15. Carnations are very fine, the price being $2 to $3 for common and $5 for fancies. There is one feature of the cut flower business in this city which is noticeable by its absence, and that is the theatre trade. It is customary in the eastern cities and towns, and in the west for that matter, for the patrons of the theatres to show their appreciation of the work of the actors by presenting them with bunches and baskets of flowers over the footlights. Sometimes an actress will receive as many as a dozen bunches of an evening. Here it is a thing unknown. The writer has to hear of the first bunch bemg passed over the footlights. The dealers say it is not the custom, a fact which is very much to be deplored, as it often adds a good many dollars to the coffers of the florists. Some one ought to start the ball rolling and perhaps the fad would be taken up. G. M. Naumann intends exhibiting his seedling carnation, Louise Nanmann, at Indianapolis. It is a cross between Tidal Wave and Scott, dark pink in color. He does not claim it is a fancy, but says it will produce a great many more flowers than Scott, has a stifier stem and does not burst its calyx. Echo. Racine, Wis. — January was a big month lor local people and A.]. Fidler says the prospects are bright. Azaleas are selling well and the prices of cut flowers are high. M.OOO. All the best Sorts. CANNAS DAHLIAS. 00 bestsorts. GERANIUMS. :2-mch, IK per 1000. GLADIOLUSa immfJDse stock of Grofl's Hybrids and various other stmina, mixtures and named. Get our special low tlgures. C. BET8CHER. CANAL DOVER. O. CANNAS: liouvler Fli ri, :i or more , eyes. ,Mme. * C r o z y, A . . Crimson liedder, Si. Houchaud, Queen Charlotte. 1'. MarquaT-t, etc., %'l CO oor lOU; Uuke of M.'irlborouiili. Black I'rini'e, new, tS.OOper 100 Finest mixture cif all colors, $1.00 per lOO. FOR EASTER! CINERARIAS, lien.iry * C^nncll's Prize Strains. :! in.. *:i.5U per lOO. &TOCKS, Qer- m.in dwarf, wall (lower-leaved, blue, white, red, each kind. i;-in., %'ISK per 100. Cosh please, Shellroad Greenhouse Co., Grange, Baltimare, Md. The Mrs. E. A. Nelson Bids fair to become the COMMERCIAL STANDARD pink carnation. It is a healthy grower, a free and continuous bloomer and it is sure to thrive wherever grown. The following letter from Messrs. Robert Ccaig <& Son speaks for itself: Philadelphia, Pa., Jan. 6th, 1902. S. S, Sridelsky. Dear Sir: — We are much pleased with the "Mrs. Nelson" Carnation, of wbicb you sent us plants for trial last spring; it has a fine constitution and is an abundant bloomer. The blooms are of good size and the color very desirable. It has good, long, stiff stem*. • We think it will be a standard variety. Yours truly, ROBERT CRAIG A SON. Per Dozen, $2 50; 25, $3.50; 50, $6.00: 100, $10; 1000, $80. 250 go at J, 000 rate. Send for descriptive circular. ALBERT M. HERR, Lancaster, Pa. CINCINNATI CUT FLOWER CO., Cincinnati. Ohio. WM. F. KASTING, Buffalo, N. Y. C. A. KUEHN, St. Louis, Mo. S. A. BAUR, Erie, Pa. J. GAMMAGE & SONS, London, Ontario, Agents for Canada. E.A.NELSON. 3503 N. Senate Ave., INDIANAPOLIS, 1ND. VAUGHANS SEED STORE, New York and Chicago. H. F. MICHELL, Philadelphia. H. A. DREER, Philadelphia. ROBERT CRAIG & SON, Philadelphia. E. G. HILL CO., Richmond, Ind. A. N. PIERSON, Cromwell, Conn. J. D. THOMPSON CARNATION CO., Joliet.Ill. S. S. SKIDELSKY. 708 N. 16th Street, PHILADELPHIA, PA. Mrs. Palmer Largest, best formed, most prolific and as good a color as any scarlet ever introduced. $12.00 per lOO, $10-'.00 per lOUO. Chicot Extra large white, beautifully striped in mid- winter, extremely fragrant, finest constitution. More profitable tban any standard variety on our place last season, and is doing even better now. $6.1.0 per 100; $JO.0O per lOOO. Mrs. Higinbotham We have all the orders we can fill until March 15th. Same price as Palmer. Elegant Stock. NOW READY TO SHIP. Per 100 Per 1000 BON HOMME, white $4,1)0 $30,00 WHITECLOUD, " 2.00 16.00 FLORA HILL, " 200 15.00 NORWAY, ■' 6.00 59.00 HOOSIERMAID, '■ 4.00 30.00 LAWSON, pink 4, CO 3S.00 MARQUIS. • 2.60 20,00 SUNBEAM, ■■ 300 26.00 IRENE, " 4.00 30.00 CROCKER, •' 2,00 16.00 .lOOST, '• 2.0IJ 15.00 MORNING GLORY, pink 3,09 25.00 G. LORD ■' 2.00 15 UO CRANE, scarlet 2.00 15.00 ROOSEVELT, crimson ti 00 60.00 MACEO, " 2.O0 15,00 GOMEZ, " 2.00 15.00 BRADT, varleKated 2.50 20.00 NYDIA, " 3,00 25.00 OLYMPIA. " 2.50 20.00 GOLDNOGGET, yellow 8,00 25,00 PROSPERITY, from soil 6,00 46.00 All new varieties at introducer's prices. Chicago Carnaticm Co. JOLtET. ILL. Asparagus Plumosus. 2/,-lnch, 83.00 per 100. H.'^HILLS, ELKHART, IND. O a.im.a.t;iorLS • • • ROOTED CUTTINGS. Per 100 PerlOOO QUEEN LOUISE J5.00 J40.00 LORNA 5.00 40 00 G.H.CRANE 2 00 12.50 MORNING GLORY 2 00 IS.OO ROOSEVELT 6.00 ETHEL CROCKER 1.50 12.50 GENEVIEVE LORD 1.50 12 SO DOROTHY 5.00 40.00 PROSPERITY 6.00 50.00 MRS. E. A. NELSON lO.OO 80.00 CRESSBROOK 10.00 75.00 My stock is in the best or condition. Estimates given on large orders. Albert M. Herr, Lancaster, Pa. Rool6d GutlinQS LAWSON J3.C0per 100 J25,00 per 1009 BRADT 2,00 " 18.00 " LORD 2.C0 " 12.60 MACEO 2.(0 " 1800 GOMEZ 200 '• 1800 NORWAY 4.00 GOOHENOUGH 3.0O OLYMPIA 2.00 HENRY HESSION.Flalbusli. Brooklyn, N.Y. CARNATIONS OwinK to the dry atmosphere and high altitude diseases common to carnations are unknown with us. It will pay you to try some of our plants the coming season. We have all the leading varieties. Write for prices on rooted cuttings. Salt Lake Floral Co., Salt Lake City, Utah. CARNATION CITTINGS. Prosperity, |«,00 per 100; Norway, $.5.00 per 100; Estc'llB. $4.50 per lOJ; Lawson, J4,(0 per ICO; Elm City. Marquis, Glacier, Joost, I2.0O pi'r 100; Scott, I'^ldoraoo, Armazindy, Vit-tor, Crocker, Lord, ICvanston, Amer'ca, Hill, Dana and MoQowan, 81,50 per ICO, l-:ipress prepaid on all orders of J.S,00 or over, D R. HERRON. OLEAN. N. Y. Palms and Ferns WALTER RETZER & CO., •Write «c>r l^rloesi. ao45-59 No. Halsted St., CHICAQO. Pleaie mer'.ion Ihe Ameriean Florist viken uirittr^g. igo2. The American Florist. 61 ►♦♦♦»♦♦♦♦♦»♦♦•♦♦♦»♦»♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦•♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦< Get the ROOTED CARNATION CUTTINGS Cheap Cuttings are Dear at any Price. I^OMiOI^XJOaDIOIV® oir> lOOS. I ♦ ♦ X ♦ : X I Per loo looo QOV. WOLCOTT, (Fisher), white $io $80 E^QU1RER, (Witterstaetter), light pink 12 100 JVIR6. E. A. NELSON, (Nelson), glistening pink, $2.50 per dozen 10 80 J. H. MANLEY, (Cottage Qar.), orange scarlet 12 100 Per 100 Per 1000 PROSPERITY, variegated $6.00 $50.00 MRS. Q n. BRADT, variegated 3.00 25.00 NORWAY, white 6.00 50.00 LORNA, white 5.00 40.00 WHITE CLOUD, white 2.00 15.00 MRS. T. W. LAWSON, pink 4.50 40.00 MRS, FRANCES JOOST, pink 2.00 12.50 IRENE, pink 5.00 40.00 Per 100 1000 H. FENN, (Cottage Gardens), crimson $12 $100 VIOLA ALLEN, (Cottage Gar.), variegated... 12 100 VIOLANIA, (Cottage Gardens), variegated 12 CRESSBROOK, (Warburton), bright pink 10 80 GAIETY, (Hill), variegated 10 75 Per 100 P«r looo HORNING GLORY, light pink $3.00 $25.00 HARQUIS, light pink 3.00 25.00 MERHAID, light pink 3.00 25.00 GOV. ROOSEVELT, crimson 6.00 50.00 QEN. MACEO, crimson 2.00 15.00 ESTELLE, scarlet 6.00 50.00 Q. H. CRANE, scarlet 2.50 20 00 GOLDEN BEAUTY, yellow 8.00 75.00 ELDORADO, yellow a.50 20.00 AH of our cu'.tines are well rooted and free from disease. Let us fieure on your wants. Discounts on large quantities BLOOMS SHIPPED FROM GREENHOUSES TO ALL POINTS ON SHORT NOTICE. SEND IN YOUR ORDERS. Upon application, we will mail our catalogue. J. D. THOMPSON CARNATION CO. JOIvIE>a^, ILvIvlIVOI®, ^♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦4 Carnation 5*?^ E. T. Grave, Richmond, Ind WINNER OF THE PRESIDENT McKINLEY PRIZE at the Kansas City Show. Dorothy (First on introduction of J90J at Kansas City), is certainly proving our claim for it as a producer, and consequently a money maker for the grower. It commands the highest price. Our stock is large and in grand shape. No order is too large or too small for us to fill. $5.00 per JOO; $40.00 per 1000. Write for prices on rooted cuttings of Norway, White Cloud, Hoosier Maid, Lawson, Crane, America, Genevieve Lord and Marquis. Also T. Eaton and Fitzwygram Chrysanthemums. Well Rooted and Healthy. Per 100 Per 1000 PROSPERITY, white overlaid with pink f6 00 $50.00 GOV. ROOSEVELT, crimson... 6.00 50.00 QUEEN LOUISE, white 4.00 40.00 BON HOMME RICHARD, white 4.00 30 00 IRENE, pink 4.00 30.00 TRIUMPH, pink 2.00 15 00 WHITE CLOUD, white 2.00 15.00 THOS. W. LAWSON, pink 4.C0 35.00 MARQUIS, pink 2.50 20.00 G. H. CRANE, scarlet 2.00 15.00 AMERICA, scarlet 2.00 15 OO MRS. BRADT, variegated 2,50 20.00 GUARDIAN ANGEL 1.75 15.00 MICHAEL WINANDY, CHICAGO. DEVON AVE. AND NORTH ROBEY CARNATIONS AJiX Send for prices on rooted cut- tings, ready now and later. GRAND HAVEN. MICH. Carnation Cuttings Perfectly Healthy. Propagated From Choice Stock. NOW READY. Queen Louise. Per 100 PROSPERITY S6.00 MRS. THOS. LAWSON 4.00 GOV. ROOSEVELT 6 00 HOOSIER MAID 4.00 IRENE 4.00 NORWAY 4.00 EQY PT 4.00 MRS. BERTRAM LIPPINCOTT.. 3.00 MORNING GLORY 2.00 MARQUIS 2.60 MRS. G. M. BRADT 3.00 CHICAGO 3.00 MACEO 2.00 BUTTERCUP 4.00 The Best White Commercial Carnation, per Hundred; $40.00 per Thousand. Per 1000 S50.00 35.00 60.00 25.00 15.00 20.00 Per lOO GOMEZ $2.00 CROCKER 1 50 GENEVIEVE LORD 1.60 G. H. CRANE 2.00 VICTOR 2.00 WM. SCOTT 1.60 DAYBREAK 1.50 ELDORADO 1.50 JUBILEE 1.50 FLORA HILL 1.50 TRIUMPH 1.60 PORTIA 1.50 WHITE CLOUD 1.50 $5 00 Per 1000 $12.60 12.50 15.00 12.60 12.50 1250 12.60 12.50 12.50 12.50 12.50 J. L. DILLON, Bloomsburg, Fa. "ORIOLE" New Scarlet Carnation Sure to become the Standard Scarlet Carnation for florists to grow. The freest and earhest scarlet in cultivation; is always in bloom and a healthy grower. Orders booked now for February delivery. Price $1.50 per dozen; $10.00 per 100 ; $75.00 per 1000. AWARDED GOLD MEDAL AT THE PAN-AMERICAN EXPOSITION. John B. Goetz, Saginaw, ^r.! Mich. 62 The American I^lorist. Feb. 8, Buffalo. FIRE BEINGS A HBAVY LOSS TO SMILEY. — EAKLY MOEOTNG BLAZE IN HIGH WIND. — COLD HURTS TRANSIENT TRADB. — KOSES SCABCE. — NOTES. About 3:30 o'clock on the morning of February 3, fire broke out in the green- houses of S. B. Smiley, at Lancaster, and almost entirely destroyed the plant. A very heavy snow had fallen during the previous day and the flames burned -fiercely, fanned by a high wind. Thefire- men did splendid work and were able to save a portion of the range, but the mid- dle of the plant, the greenhouses around -the boiler shed, were destroyed with their contents. So rapidly did the fire spread that the night man, who had a room in the erreenhouses, had to get out through a window. The loss is about $8,000, with insurance of $5,000 on the build- ings. All the spring stock is lost and all -the plants in course of preparation for Easter. Mr. Smiley had one house of fine smilax and succeeded in cutting some of that before the fire reached it. He has secured a greenhouse from Mrs. Dr. James which will help him out on spring mate- rial and will rebuild the plant as soon as possible. The continued cold weather and severe storms of the past week have interfered with store trade, but there have been a number of decorations for receptions and balls which have helped to keep the florists busy. There has not been very much funeral work. Stock isnot in over- supply, except bulbous material. Good roses are very scarce, but carnations are plentiful and very good. There is always a demand for them. Mayor Knight is reported as having determined to reappoint none of the pres- ent members of the park board and this will let out Commissioner Kasting, but both he and Wm. Scott are mentioned for the appointment and as there is no politics in it, either would be a good man for the place. F. G. Lewis, of Lockport, is at Mt. Clemens, Mich., for his health. Mr. and Mrs. J. H. Rebstock have gone to New York city. W. A. Bbantford, Ont. — It is about a quar- ter of a century since J. B. Hay opened a seed store here. In 1879 he was obliged to arrange a compromise with creditors on liabilities of .$4,000, at 60 per cent discount, and now finds it necessary to make an assignment. Pittsburg, Pa, — We understand that Hitchings & Co., of New York, have just completed a range of orchid houses for Dr. Shafer that are the admiration of all who see them. Some other fine conser- vatories are in course of construction and several new contracts have been awarded to eastern builders recently. CARNATIONS Rooted Cuttings. Lawson, $3 00 per JCO; White Cloud, Flora Hill, John Young, Armazindy, Daybreak, Ethel Crocker, Geoevieve Lord, Gold Nug- get, America, Jubilee, Argyle, Melba and Gen. Gomez, $1.50 p^r JOO. Alternantheras, Coleus, Double Sweet Alyssum, Ageratum, Fuchsias, 60c fer JOO. VINCAS. Abulllon foliage var. trailing, $1 00 per 100. HILLSDALE. I MICHIGAN. Rooted Cuttings "' 'SBl All Clean, Healthy Stock, Grown Cool. CARNATIONS. PINK VARIETIES. Per 100 Per 1000 MRS. LAWSON $4.00 J35.0O MARQUIS 3.00 25.00 MORNING GLORY 3.00 25.00 ETHEL CROCKER 2.00 12.S0 MRS. F. JOOST 1.50 12.50 WHITE VARIETIES. NORWAY 5.00 40.00 WHITE CLOUD 1.50 12.50 FLORA HILL 1.50 12.50 RED VARIETIES. Per 100 Per 1000 RED MRS. BRADT $2.60 »20.00 G. H. CRANE 2.00 17.50 AMERICA 2.00 15.00 VARIEGATED VARIETIES. PROSPERITY 6.00 50.00 MRS. BRADT 2.50 20.00 MAROON VARIETIES. GEN. MACEO 1.50 12.50 YELLOW VARIETIES. GOLD NUGGET 3.00 25.00 ROSES. BRIDES, BRIDESMAIDS, METEORS $1.50 per lOO; 812.50 per 1000 PERLES 2.00 " 15.00 Orders for leas than 25 of one variety charged extra. All plants shipped from Hinsdale. Bassett & Washburn, Greenhouses: Hinsdale, III. Store: 76 Wabash Ave., CHICAGO. Carnation "Floriana" We believe this to be the best Pink Carnation introduced to date. The color is an exquisite rosy pink with no trace of purple, just the color we have been looking for; looks like the coming pink carnation as it is a steady bloomer and good twelve months in the year. Has a stiff stem, perfect calyx, and is a good free grower. Flower about three inches, of good shape, bHng well built up. This variety was disseminated Spring of J90J to a small extent by the originators, Messrs. FiUow & Banks. We have the pleasure to handle the stock of originators. Price for Rooted Cuttings— ;S16 per lOO, 5o at lOO rate; ^50 per 1000, 500 at 1000 rate. Less than 50, 8 cents each. DAILLEDOUZE BROTHERS FLORISTS, Flatbush, Brooklyn, N. Y. Carnation and Chrysanthemum SPECIALISTS. "cASsATloKrClJTTnV^ Well Rooted, Clean Healthy Stock. Hillsdale Floral Park Per 100 Per 1000 PROSPERITY $3.00 $45.00 NORWAY 5.(J0 4,5.00 LAWSON 400 35.00 CRANE 1.50 Il.OO AMERICA 1.60 11.00 Per 100 Per 1000 FLORA HILL J1.50 $11.00 WHITE CLOUD 150 11.00 TRIUMPH 1.50 11.00 SPORT {Guardian Angel) 1.50 11.00 MARQUIS l.BO 11.00 QUEEN LOUISE, 14.60 per 100; $40.00 per lOOO. All Rooted Cuttings sold under express conditions that II not satisfactory when received they are to be returned Immediately, when money will be refunded. WIETOR BROS., '\^1^ DRr^iVK^ar». 2^-^. pots. Per ICO Per 1000 BRIDESMAID «.r00 125.00 BRIDH 3.00 25.00 KAISERIN 3.00 25.03 2i<-in. pots. Per 100 Per ICOO PERLE $3.00 $2.5.00 QOLDEM QATB 3.00 25.00 METBOR 3.00 25.00 BOOTED ROSE CUTTINGS. Per 103 Per iroO BRIDESMAID $t..50 $(' 50 BRIDE 1.50 13.60 METEOR 1.60 13.50 Per 100 Per ICOO UOLDEN GATE .$1.60 ,J13.50 PERLE 1.50 12.50 All Plants and Rooted Cuttings sold under express conditions that if not satisfactory when received they are to be returned immedi" ately, when money will be refunded. ■^iVjrlte for pr-loes oxx Xet.rse> qu^xitltles. PeterReinberg,51WabashAve.,Cliicago pOOTEP CUTTINGS 0.^i«k:a.^io:n:s. Per ICO Per lOOO MRS. POTTER PALMER $12.00 $100.00 MRS. HIGINBOTHAM 12.00 100.00 PROSPERITY 5.C0 40.00 QDEEN LODISE 5.' 0 40.00 NORWAY 500 40.00 IRENE 40D 3.5.00 MRS. LAWSON 3.00 25 00 MARQUIS 1.25 10.00 G.H.CRANE 1.35 10.00 FLORA HILL 1.25 10.00 I^OISOiS. Per 100 Per 1000 METEOR $150 $12 50 PERLE 1.50 12.50 BRIDE 1.50 12.60 Per 100 MRS. JOOST $1.00 WHITR CLOUD 1.25 EVANSTON 1.00 MRS. INE 1.25 WM. SOOTT 1.00 GENEVIEVE LORD 1.25 ETHEL CROCKER 1.35 GUARDIAN ANGEL 1.25 ARGYLE 1.00 AMERICA 1.25 PerlOO BRIDESMAID $1.60 GOLDEN GATE 1.60 Per 1000 $7.59 10. 00 7.50 10.00 7.50 10.00 10.00 10.00 7.50 10.00 Per 1000 $12.60 12.50 I^OSE> r»r^ A. JVX^S from 2y2-in. pots. •) •) •) % % % •:> •i •) •J A % Per ICO Per 1000 METEOR $3 00 $.5 00 PERLE 3.00 25.00 BRIDE 300 25.00 Per 100 Per lOOO BRIDESMAID $3.00 $2.5.C0 GOLDEN GATE 3 00 25.00 KAISERIN 350 30.00 The above named stock is clean, well rooted and free from disease. GEO. REINBERQ,VE*Nr CHICAGO, i fDF^^RDnOK "^^^ ^^'"■"S; Pink Carnation l/l\L001ll\UUIla for everybody to grow. Baltimore, Feb. 21, 1901, it scored 94 Points, the highest of any seedling. Cressbrook has never shown disease of any kind and is an extra free bloomer. Size of flowers under ordinary culture, 3 to Zyi inches. Orders will be delivered in rotation on and after Jan. 1, 1932, at the following prices: i? plants I i.SO I 250 plants «2S.OO 2S plants 3.00 ,^ , . 'z', SO plants S.OO 500 plants 37.50 100 plants 10.00 I 1000 plants 75.00 C. WARBURTON, FALL RIVER, MASS. Cressbrook may be seen growing at THE E. 6. HILL GO'S.. Richmonil. Ind.. and at WM. NICHOLSON'S, Framingham. Mass. Please mention the American Florist to our advertisers. 64 The American Florist. Feb. 8, Ciacinnali. BUSINESS CONTINUES BRISK AND EOSBS SHORT OF REQUIREMENTS. — A LARGE PASTY FOE CARNATION EXPEDITION. — VARIOUS NOTES. Trade holds up well, with flowers of all kinds, except roses, to fill orders with. Good roses are scarce and sell at sight. Harrisii lilies and lilies of the valley are more plentiful and meet with a good demand. George & Allan are sending in a nice lot of tulips and daffodils, which sell fairly well, while their Romans and narcissi receive first call. Violets are also more plentiful and seem to be moving briskly. Smilai and adiantum are also more abundant. There are enough car- nations to fill orderi, and a few to spare. It is funeral work, more than anything else, that is keeping the atoremen busy, consequently the demand seems to be for pink and white flowers. Some of the boys are talking of stop- ping at New Castle on their way to the carnation meeting at Indianapolis next week, to have a look at the rose growing establishments of that city, going from New Castle to Indianapolis and then to Lafayette to view the Dorner establish- ment. They have been promised a rate of $7 for the round trip, which is yerv cheap, and quite a number have signified their intention of participating. The writer saw a fine lot of poinsettias the past week at the Cincinnati Cut Flower Company's. The bracts meas- ured sixteen to eighteen inches in diame- ter, with stems five feet long. Gus. Meier, of Hyde Park, was the grower. We wonder what Charley Jones does with all the baby primroses he buys? Charley is always bulling the market on this flower. Will Murphy does not get into the city ver>' often, as he is busy rooting the Estelle carnation. C. C. Murphy is sending in a big cut of carnation blooms this winter. D. BBSBasHiBasiHBsaKasiaasissaaBHB; Los Angeles, Cal.—E. Rust has opened a nursery stand on Broadway. Gustav Brose is very ill of penumonia. The Coming Scarlet Carnation, Challenger, Absolutely the best and most free flowering Scarlet Carnation ever introduced, large size, splendid color, never bursts, flowers early and all the time. Certificate R. I. Florists' Club; R. I, Hort. Society. Price for strong well rooted cuttings ready now, dozen, $2.00j twenty-five, $3; 50. $5; 100, $10; 1000, $75. William Hoffman, Florist. Pawlucket. R. I. CARNATIONS Rooted Cuttings of all the new 1902 and best standard varieties. Send for price list. WILLIAM SWAYNE. BOX 226. KENNETT SQUARE, PA. CARNATIONS NOVELTIES FOR 1902. O. H. MANUEY, SCARLET, HARRY FENN, harvard crimbon, VIOLA ALLEN, varieoated. Send for Deactiptive CutaloKue. THE COTTAGE GARDENS, Queens, N. Y. |\/r|DV O"" WHITE 1 Y \JV^ I Golden Gate. The easiest, freest bloomer and most profitable wliite rose to grow. 20,000 plants oat of 2-inch pots. February, March and April delivery. S6.00 PER 100; $27.50 PER 500; $50.00 PER 1000. Our stock of Ivory, or White Golden Gate, Was Purchased from the American Rose Co., of Washington, D. C, last February and March, and is guaranteed to be true stock. If they or their Agents make any statement to the contrary it is an untruth. WA UAMIinMn 107 East Broad street, ■ Ri nRmniuiiiii i«icni!kioi«i3, va. I ROOTED CUTTINGS | I Roses and Carnations.) I ALL THE LATEST VARIETIES. I % Write «or E>rloe(S. g I HOLTON & HUNKEL CO., Milwaukee, Wis. | AMERICAN GRAFTED BRIDES Beauty Roses, and bridesmaids First nrop now ready. Strong plants from -'Vi-in. pol3, $6 00 per 100; $50 00 per 1000. Our young plants of American Beauty are exceptionally fine this year, and we extend a cor- dial Invitation to intending planters to inspect our stock. Orders booked now for Spring delivery and will be filled in rotation. We still have a few thousand unsold. ^Ve graft sound flowering wood on Dickson's disbudded Manetti sto^k. Price $12 per lOOfrom S^-inch pots. Order now. ROBERT SCOTT <&. SON. SH'RON HILL. DEL. CO.. P«. NEW CARNATION RUBY KING Just what we ha^e all been looking for. A dazzling cerise; much more so than Tidal Wave. Always in bloom, strictly non-cropper. No disease —anybody can grow it. Averatre flowers 3 inches; stem very stiff and wiry; fine keeper; can be planted quite close. Flowers fringed and high built, resembling Flora Hill. On'y a very limited number will be sent out this year. $1.25 per doz. by mail; $8.(10 per 100. LAMPRECHT BROS., ASHLftHD, O. VERBENA KING Rooted Cuttings now ready. Express prepaid. 100 lOUO Verbenas, named.} .60$5.00 Daisies, white and yellow 1.00 8.00 Heliotrope. 12 var. 1.00 6.00 Ageratum,be8tviir. .60 B.OO Alternanthera, red and yellow 60 b.OO Salvias. 4 bestvars. named, Rooted Cuttings 1.00 H.03 That cash or C. O. U. C. Humleld, Clay Center, Kai. Please mention the American Florist every time you write to an advertiser. Orchids ! ^ Arrived in fine coaditioti Cattteya Dowiana. Trichopilias In variety, Waracewicze'la aro- matlca and W. discolor, Pescatorea cerina, OdontoKlossum CErstedii Majus, O. Krumerii and O. SohlieDerianum. LAGER & HURRELL, summit, n. j. Orchid Qrowers and Importerf. Fleasr mention the American Fionst when writing. TMf COMMER. CIAI SC4RLET CARNATION. Reports are e o o d . ^' o u shoulil sto'-k up on this variety. Mnrch and April delivery, *6.B^%»^^% Maids. KaiserinSjPerles, ^^ ^^ *^ ^^ ^^ Beauties Liberty, Gold- en Gate, La France, Belle Siebrecht. Have them in rooted cuttings and 2x2i4-in. pots. Write us your wants and see what we can do for you. Send $1.00 for samples. BEO. t. KUHL, PEKIN, ILL. THE GRANDEST NEW FORCING ROSE Souvenir de Pierre Nolling The Best, The rinest, The IVIost free Blooming BY THE RAISERS of all Forcing ROSES, color deep yellow; will be distributed for the first time April, J 902 SOUPERT & NOTTING, ROSE GROWERS. Net price, $80.00 per JOO; $J.OO each. Vrite for lithographs. 0fmmTfmTmfnnmfTmmmmniTmm»mTmfTmmfTmmfmmTmmTTmTTmm»TnTg New Rose for 1902. MRS. OLIVER AMES. For description, prices, etc., see advertisement in this paper January 4th, J902. What the leading Retail Florists of the different cities say of this Rose: Mr. W. J. Palmer, of Buffalo, writes under date of Nov. 28: DEAR SIR:— The beautiful Mrs. Oliver Ames roses received in perfect condition and are very much admired by my customors; just as I have heard you say, the pub- 1 c want something besides Bride, Bridesmaid, Meteor or even Beauty. Each of my customers who saw it remarked something good about it. Accept my thanks for the beautiful roses. Yours truly, W. J. PALMER. f JOHN N. MAY, Summit, N. J. aitiiimuumiuiiumiiiitiiiiiiiiiiititiittiniiiiiiimmmnntuiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiinHmip Am.Beauties ROOTED OOTTINGS $25.00 PER 1000. This stock is free from spot, thoroughly rooted and first class in every res ect. If not satisfactory or just as represented by ua you can return same at once. J. A. BUDLONG, 37 and 39 Randolph St., CHICaGO, ILL, NEW CARNATIONS Doz. 100 1000 CRESSBROOK S1.50 $10.00 $75.00 MRS. E. A NELSON 2.00 10.00 80.00 FAIR MAID 2.00 10.00 75.00 GAIETY 1.50 lO.OO 75.00 J. H. MANLEY 2.00 12.00 100.00 HARRY FENN 2.00 12.00 100.00 VIOLA ALLEN 2.00 12.00 100.00 NORWAY 6.00 50.00 PLORIANA. 6.00 50.C0 Chrysanthemums. We offer all of the new varieties of 1902; also the Dest of 1901. A large number of last year's nov- elties and leading standard varieties ready now, from 214-iiich pots. Send for List. Correspondence solicited. H. WEBER & SONS, OAKLAND, MD. please mention the A mertcan Florist when v/riting. California Carnations. Our cuttings are rooted without Are heat and are strong, hardy and well rooted. They are 80 far superior in every way to cuttings rooted by fire heat that they should not be mentioned in the same connection. We guarantee safe arrival and satisfaction. Per 100 Per 1000 QUEEN LODISE, white $4.00 $30.00 MERMAID, fine salmon pink 3.00 20.00 G. H. CRANE, scarlet 1.50 12.00 MRS. F. JOOST, fine pink... l.CO 8 00 Giant of California Pansy Plants, 50c per ICO; $■2.60 per 1,000. Giant of California, transplanted plants, $5 per 1000— 100 sent at 1000 rates. TERMS CASH WITH ORDER. THE LOOMIS FLORAL CO., LOOMIS, CALIFORNIA. Please mention the A merican florist when writing. 66 The American Florist. Feb. S, Kalamazoo Mich. STEADY season's BUSINESS. — ROSES SCARCE EXCEPT BEAUTIES. — CARNATIONS OF EXCELLENT QUALITY.— WITH THE GROW- ERS. Trade conditions here have been steady. Carnations are not quite so plentifal as they were but there is still enough to go around. The quality is excellent. Most of the high grade varieties are grown here and the latest disseminated are also on trial. Roses are rather scarce, as they are off crop with the exception of Beauties. These are very plentiful and good but prices are considerably lower than at this season last year. Violets are good and very plentiful. The dark varieties seem to be the only ones the buyers will look at. Wholesale prices are 50 cents to 75 cents per hun- dred. The supply of greens, such as asparagus, smilax and adiantnm, is abundant. Lilies are looking well. The batches that are being grown for Easter trade are just at about the right stage and look strong and healthy. Barring accident they will be as fine a lot as any one could wish to see. The percentage of disease this year is very small. The Kalamazoo Nursery and Floral Company has relinquished its charter and been absorbed by the Michigan Cen- tral Nursery Company. At a recent meeting of the stockholders a directorate was appointed with Chas. A. Maion as manager. The Dunkley Floral Company's houses which are under the management of M. F. Kyle, are looking well and show every evidence of being in the care of a skilltul and up-to-date grower. The Van Bochove Brothers have had great success with their new range of carnation houses. Their Beauty houses have also done excellently. Sam. Batson, who grows carnations eiclusiveljr, is having some very fine cuts, his Armazindy being particularly good. Nemo. Minneapolis. TRADE BRISK AND ROSES STILL SCARCE. — CARNATIONS BRINGING GOOD PRICES.— PERSONAL NOTES. There still remains a scarcity of tea roses, with a good demand, also for car- nations, which are commanding a price up to $4 per hundred for the choicest. Romans are showing on the market again. Daffodils and tulips are being brought in but the stems are too short as yet, and the prices are not high. Smilax, for the last two weeks, has been in great call and the surplus stock which was on hand cleaned up rapidly. The Wm. Donaldson Company has had its hands foil, with decorations, the last week and "Jim" and Ralph have been on the jump. C. F. Rice was one of theunluckly ones, recently suffering an illness of a few days, but is now up and around once more. C. F. R. Danvers, Mass— H. B. Learnard and W. A. Shirley have formed a partnership and opened business in a new greenhouse on Chester street, close by Walnut Grove Cemetery. nr|ir||nrn you can K^t ourStacdard Brands IlLmLnlDCn of Wild Smilax and otbRr Greeni from such pf^ople as J. B. Daamud, Chloage. H. Baytraderttr S Co., Phlla. L. J Kreihovtr, N. Y. City. Van Sted Co., IndlanapolU. Ed. Held, Philadelphia. J. M. MoCullough'i Sons, Cincinnati, 0. Michigan Cut Tlowar Exchanga, Detroit, MIoh. or direct Iroui us. A Fdll Supply Conbtantlt on Hand. Caldwell The Woodsman Co., Evergreen, Ala. I^HRYSaNTHEMUMS ^^ NOTE SHOW SCHEOULE OF NEW YORK FLORISTS' CLUB IN THIS PAPER, JANUARY 25 AND FEBRUARY I. We can supply Varieties for all Entries, indujingf the Ostrich Plume, Snemone and Pompon Sections. We have the Largest Collection In America. Complete descriptive catalogfue on application. NATHAN SMITH & SON, ADRIAN, MICH. 30 W. 29th Street the evergreen SPECIALISTS OF N. Y CITY. Galax Leaves The'kemn^^^^^ FANCY or DAGGER FERNS $1.25 per 1000. GALAX, green or bronzn, 75o per 1000. Laurel festoonins, 4c, 5c and 6c per yd. Once used, always used for decorating. SPHAGNUM MOSS, etc., etc. CROWL PBRN:C0., Telegraph Office New Salera, Mass. O. Mllllnsrton, Mau. FAMCY DAGGER HARDY GUT FERNS Fo'lowing Prices after February 1st: In 1,003 lots $1.25 per 1000 In B.OOOlots 1.20 InlO.OOOlots 1.10 InaS.OOOlots 100 L. B. BRAQUE, Hinsdale, Mass Hinsdale, ninsdale, Fern Co. FANCY & DAGGtR FERNS Mow at $1.30 per 1000. Laurel Festooning:. $4 per 100 yards. I muoAkc iBiiKV Spba^Dum moss, 50c per bbl. All orders by mail "r dispatch promptly atti'oded to. Ciish with JiU orders. THOS. COLLINS, HIntdala, Mass. Galax LeaveSjEtc. ' Per 1000 Choice Bronze and Green, medium size % .50 Choice Bronze and Green, large size 55 Choice LeuGOthoe Sprays 3.00 Choice Fancy and Dagger Perns 75 C^hoici' Tihii(]o^-inch, 3c; 3-inch, 8c; 6 inch, 35c; 8 and 9-inch, |1.00. Nephrolepis Wittboldil, strong, 4-inch, 2Sc; 5-inch, SOc; 6-inch, 75c. Cycas Revoluta, 50c to 75c. Asparagus P. Nanus, 2>^-inch, $3.50 a too. BEGONIAS— A. Guttata. Thurstonii, 2^-in. 40c a doz,, large plants, ready for 4s, 5c. Starr and Feastii, 5c. Russelia Multiflora, 2;^in.4c;40cadoz. Vinca Major, 2-in., strong, 3c. CASH PLEASE. A. J. BALDWIN, NEWARK. O. roR 1902 New Geraniums "J. D. Blsele/* single, pure wine red. A zonale of moat brilliant and new coloring, a splendid bedder, producing an abundance ol large trusses. "James Davidson," single, lavender lilac, a color which has never befo*e been approached, shows almost a distinct blue color eveuings. Trusses very large, a fine novelty. 35c each; $3.00 per dozen. Novelties of former years, assorted and labeled, at fte.UO per 100. Cash please. HENRY EICHHOLZ, Waynesboro, Pa. ^ROBT. CRAIG & SON, Roses, Palms and Novelties in Decorative Plants, Market and 49th Sts., Philadelphia, Pa. Please mention the American Florist when writing. Geraniums An assortment of twenty varieties, all good sellers and all correctly labeled. Rooted cut- tings at $ J2 50 per JOOO. Not less than 25 of one sort will be given in the same order. JEAN VIAUD and M. De CASTEL- LANE, two exceptionally fine novelties from 2-inch pots, at $5 per 100 or $30 per JOOO, Albert M. Herr, Lancaster, Pa. For Fall Delivery, in beat sorts, inoluding the beautiful new Haerenaia^a, from amall plants to large specimena. KENTIAS and other palms, for spring and fall, in medium and extra large aizes; all well grown by H AERENS BROS , Somergem, Belgium. Address their Sole Agents, August Rolker & Sons, 52 Dey Street. NEW YORK. JOSEPH HEACOCK. Wynoote, Pa., Grower of FINE PALMS. For Price List see American Florist Oct. 19, page 403. A SPECIALTY Boston Ferns. Cut from bench at |25 and tS per 100. KENTIAS, CYCLAMENS. ASPARAGUS PLUMOSUS NANUS, FICUS. Very fine stock. L. H. Foster, *&, Dorchester, Mass. 68 The American Florist. Feb. 8, Lowell, Mass. WBATHER UNFAVORABLE FOR THE GREEN- HOrSE INDUSTRY. — PATTEN GETS A BADGE. — VARIOUS NOTES. The vreather of late has been very severe and on Sunday night, February 2, the storm was so heavy that it broke a great deal of glass for the growers, caus- ing considerable loss. Business has been steady the past week, with quite a little going on in the way of social work. There has been a noticeably heavy demand for red roses, which are in light supply. Liberty and Helen Gould- Balduin have the preference. Some very good freesias are to be seen and tulips are coming along. They sell fairly well. There is a plenty of all greens except adiantum, which is very scarce. On January 28 the Lowell lodge of Elks presented Geo. W. Patten with a handsome gold badge of the order as a testimonial of their esteem. He is Dis- trict Deputy Grand Exalted Ruler for the state of Massachusetts and Past Exalted Ruler of Lowell Lodge No. 87. The recipient was taken completely by sur- prise but expressed his thanks in a very neat speech. It will be remembered that last fall Mr. Patten suffered a stroke of paralysis from which he is slowly but surely recovering. Wm. Whittet failed of the appointment as superintendent of parks, the "powers that \>t" having conferred the office upon a drygoods clerk. H. B. Green has one house filled with fern balls which are in good shape and selling briskly at from $1 to $1.50 each. A. M. Baltimore. ANNUAL CARNATION SHOW AN ASSURED SUCCESS.— MANY EXHIBITS PROMISED. At the meeting of the Gardeners' Club January 27 the members perfected the preliminary arrangements for the annual carnation show, which will be held in the rooms of the club. Royal Arcanum build- ing, Saratoga street near Liberty, on the afternoon and evening of February 24. About 10,000 blooms will be staged, according to present roseate opinion. The following local florists will send exhibits: Isaac H. Moss, John Rider, Lehr Bros., Frederick Bender, William Christie, Robert L. Graham, Fred. G. Burger, Woodfall Bros., Chas. E. Akehurst, John Cook, Edwin A. Seidewitzand Halli- day Bros. Amateur exhibitors will be Charles M, Wagner, gardener to Mr. Diffenderfer; E. Holden, gardener to Mrs. Robert Gar- rett; E. C.Price, gardener to Mrs. T. Harrison Garrett. Out-of town exhibitors will be Robert Craig & Son, Philadelphia; E. G. Hill Co., Richmond, lad; C. W. Ward, Oueens, L. 1 ; John N. May, Summit, N.J. Other exhibitors will enter later. John Cook, Jr., Charles M. Wagnerand Mack Richmond compose the show com- mittee, and a long list of society ladies has been named as patronesses. Patsrson, N.J. The greenhouses of F. D. Vreeland are now known as those of the Cedar Cliff Rose Company. The greenhouses on the Notch road owned by Mrs. A. B. Murray and run by A. Nelson for several seasons, have been taken down and sold. Mrs. Murray says she has had all the experience she cares for as a rose grower. The place was known as the Clear View Greenhouses. Silk City. /"BLACK DEATH" (POWDER) To Eat Thereof is to Die. BUG KILLER AND FERTILIZER. Three years of unprecedented success wherever introauced all over the United States has proved "BLACK DEATH" to be a cheap and absolute jamiMM) annihilator of all insects, bugs or beetles that prey on foliage or flowers. See what Peter Reinberg says on page 45-6 of this paper. Other strong indorsements sent on receipt of postal card. Western Sales Agency. 2t5 Franklin St., Chicago. S. D. STRYKER, Sole Agent. HANDLfD BY SEEDSMEN. THE KINNEY PUMP. For applying Liquid Manure it iias noequai! Sent prepaid for $2.00. dress Tiie HOSE CONNECTION CO/'Tr- yEns Flower Pots. LIGHT, COMPACT, UNBREAKABLE, UNEQUALLED. You can buy these of your nearest dealer. fU/ Riril a Cnn Mill and Main Office: . W. DIIU (X 3Uli, EAST WALPOLE, MASS. NEW YORK: I20 Liberty St. CHICAGO: 1434 Monadnock Bldg. We now have on sale a fumigating material which kills MEALY BUG and all other greenhouse pests. Eastern Chemical Co., Boston, Mass. REED & KELLER, 122 & 119 W. 25th St., NEW YORK, N. Y. MANUFACTURERS OF FLORISTS' WIRE DESIGNS. IMPORTERS AND DEALERS IN FLORISTS' SUPPLIES. Galax Leaves and all Dero" tive Qreeni. HEADQCABTEBS FOR HORTICULTURAL SUPPLIES Of iCvery Description. When you can't get what you want anywhere else, send here, we will send it to you. "If It's used In Horticulture, we have It." DUNNE &CO-.64W.80UiSt^N>w Yortr. Telephone Call. 1700 Madiinn Square. SHIPPING LABELS s -Cut Flowers Printed to two colors on gummed f)aper: your card, etc., In black and eaf adopted by the S. A. F. In red. Very attractive. Price per 600, IU.85; per 1000, tiUi. Bend tor samples lucnio or tkis uaf, postpaid, $i.2A. American Florist Co., i^^^ CHICAOO. Boston Florist Letter Go. MANUFACTURERS OF FLORISTS' LETTERS. This Tvooden box nicely stained and var- niahedt 18x30xl!2 made la txvo sections, one for eacli sizd letter, given away witli first order of 600 letters. Block Letters, IH or 2-inch size, per 100. 12.00. Script Letters, $4. Fastener with each letter or word. Used by leadinz florists everywhere and for sale by all wholesale florists and supply dealers. N. F. McCarthy, Treas. and Manager, 84 Hawlev St., BOSTON, MASS. TIN FOIL PUIn, Fancy, Printed & Mounted. Maaafactured by The Conley Foil Co. 531 to 641 West 36th St, iPIB-W ATOMIC. D. 0. Gunninoiiaiii Glass CO., .PITTSBURG. PA. Tank Window Glass. Hot-House Glass ft SpeGlaltu. BEST AND Ct)iapist| .ILL-ROUNf kSbCTICiDl wm tk* ll«-««i Please mention the American Florist, igo2. The American Florist. 69 TO KILL ALL Greenhouse Bugs USE a NICOTICIDE Clean and harmless as Fumigant or Spray. Ask your seedsman for it or write to The Tobacco Warehousing and Trading Co., 1000 Magnolia Ave.. Louisville, Ky Tin Foil !e Florists SPECIAL SHADES. SPECIAL DESIGNS. PLAIN OR COLORED. Write to-day for samples and prices. THE PALEN COMPANY, Inc., KINGSTON, N. Y. Western Repreientativei: J. HOWARD JONES h ' SONS, 34 Wabash Ave., Chicago, III. •m nr^»^T-W C^ When you LABELS ^"/, '^^\ Labels, be sure you get the Best, Lightest and Cheapest. Made of a metal that will not corrode, break, rust or letters fade. Can be read in 100 years from now. Samples free and prices quoted on application. Ad- dress W. 6. Young. 323 Brown St., Dayton, 0. Fresh Tobacco Stems. Bales of 300 pounds, $t.50. Cash With Okdeb. W. C. BECKERT, Allegiieny. Pa. SiGMUND GEUER Importer and Mir. ol Florists' Supplies Complete Stock — New Qoods —New Illaitnted Catflloeue Now Ready. Send for it. 108 W. 28th St., near 6th Ave , NEW YORK, A. HERRMANN, Cape Flowers, AiiooLOBB; Cycas Leaves, Metal Designs, ^n> All Florists' Sgpplles. Send tor Prloei. 4C4.4II Kaat S4tl1 at.. HKW VOMK. THE AMERICAN FLORIST'S COLOR CHART PRICE !• CENTS POSTPAID. AMERICAN FLORIST CO., 322 DMrborn St. Chicago Easter Your order for EASTER NOVELTIES should be placed without any delay, as our New Impor- tations of Plan* Baskets, Chip Ribbon, Birch Bark Crosses, Porto Rican Mats, Water-proof Crepe Paper (all kinds); also Cords and Tassels have just arrived. In order to secure the Very Latest and Best EASTER GOODS, your prompt attention will avoid disappointment, and give best satisfaction. Catalogue for the asking. For all Up-to-Date Florists' Supplies, send to the Leading Florists' Supply House. Importers and Manufacturers M.RIGE&CO., 918 Fiibert St., Phiiadelphia, Pa. Mailing and Cut Flower Boxes a specialty with as. The Mailing Packages are used by the largest shippers of plants and bulbs, take less postage and are water-proof. Our Cut Flower Boxes are mois- ture-proof and are used by all retail florists. These boxes are shipped knocked down flat. Write for prices. The Dayton Paper Novelty Co. DAYTON, O. ii .Just Issued New Series. SAMPLE NEWSPAPER of ARTISTIC ARRANGEMENT" By J. OLBERTZ, Erfurt, Germany. Superior m3de;s for all customers; contains 90 patterns of madern art floral arrange- ment, printed on the finest cardbaard. Size of the art sheets, 8}4^10}4 inches. Catalogue in tlie English Language. Elegant portfolio, gold stamped, with colored picture, containing loose sheets, $2.25. Edition de luxe, $2.75. Volumes I and II together: Portfolio, |4.35; Album, J5.30. Post free on receipt of price. A^^ ^^ • J from Bayersdorfer & Co. represents a wise invest- ^^fc Mil B J M W B ^? I H * meat. Baskets, Jardinieres, Pot Covers, Fern- *^ eries, Vases, Doves, Sheaves,' Inscriptions, Cycas Wreaths and Leaves. These are only a fraction of the list of useful Florists' Supplies we carry. The quality is the BEST and the price is RIGHT. Send for Complete Catalogue. H. Bayersdorfer & Co., 50-56 No. Fourth St., Philadelphia, Pa. »■* r DOCS NOT INJURE THE MOST SENSITIK 1 ' PLANTS- ENDORSED BY PROHINEMT FLO^tlSTS-^ USED FOR FUMItATION OR SPRAYINC INDOORS OR OUT- 200 LBS. or TOBACCO III ONE PINT or mKOMM I SOLD BY SEEOSMEN CIRCULAR fREE-i ' 5KABCURA DIPCO.CtllCAGO. ' W^'^^^mi j^uicKLY Does iT»^y Invalid Appliance Co., colunbuIlInt tubs order of .a dbact. PAOTORT ANO OFP ISO-*«0 WODMM •▼.. • I»UJ«EJ Sheep Manure. In natural state, $1.00 per ton, in car load lots, f. o. d. cars, Eirkland, 111. Also DRIED UNPULVERIZED — write for prices. MONTANA FERTILIZER CO., Elgin, III. PLEASE MENTION US TO OUR ADVERTISERS. 70 The American Florist. Feb. 8, San Francisco. STOCK IN GBNEHAL SHORT OF THE DEMAND. — UNFAVORABLE WBATHER THE CAUSE. — NEW CARNATIONS APPROVED — GROWERS TO COMPETE WITH THE CHINA- MEN. Continual cold weather since the begin- ning of December, with only two small showers of rain, has made stock very scarce. Especially is this felt by the smaller dealers, who rely a good deal on outdoor material, of which, with the exception of violets, very little is to be seen, and that of the poorest quality. Violets are also very poor in general and prices are low accordingly. Indoor stock is good but not enough to go around, and prices are verv near the same as at New Year's. Beauties bring from $2 to $4.50 per dozen, teas from 75 cents to $1 50 per dozen, and carnations from 25 cents to $1 for Hobarts. Bulbous stock is cheap. Mr. Clack, of Menlo Park, reports that the shipping business is very good and that he could easily sell more if it was to be had. The stock in his houses, some sixteen in number, is in the best of condition. Especially may this be said of the carnations, of which he has eight houses. All the leading varieties are grown here. Among others are Lawson, Scott, Hill and Portia. Of the newer varieties he thinks most of Dorothy as a producer and intends to stock at least two large houses with it for next year. At least one house of Estelle will be planted next season, which, by the way, seems to do well with everybody around San Francisco, and will be the leading scarlet next season. Goertyhain's are busily engaged build- ing a large house 20x200 for chrysantha- mums and carnations. Their stock is a little late this season, but healthy and strong. They will supply San Francisco with asters next season; some 50,000 will be planted. This will send John Chinaman back to railroading and shrimp fishing. Sweet peas will also be grown here by the acre to make the Chinese shiver. Golden Gate. Lenox, Mass. A well attended meeting of the Lenox Horticultural Society was held February 1. Three new members were elected. Wm. Tricker, of Riverton, N. J., read an exceedingly interesting paper on aquatic plants, for which a very hearty vote of thanks was accorded. The annual ball of the society took place on January 28 and was a great success, upwards of 300 persons being present. Credit is due George Thompson and his co-workers for the able manner in which all the arrange- ments for the ball were carried to such a successful issue. . F. H. WRITE AE irnUR 1521-23 N. LBAVITTt ■ li KUIIni OHIOAQO. ILL.. ST. rOB PBICSB 07 Standard Pots whloh for itrengtb and poroilty combined are the beit on the market. REP POTS SAMPLE POT AND PRICE LIST ON APPLICATION. C. C. POLLWORTH CO., {Jl^**"'" Ptease mtntton the American Florist when wriltng. RIPLEY'S No. 7 SPRAYING & WHITEWASH OUTFIT Sold under a guarantee to be as represented. Capacity 60 to 75 Gallons per hour; reduced toafine mist. All working parts of pump made of best Red Brass. Has standard Oak Barrel, with heavy Galvanized Hoops. 36inch round edge iron wheel, so as not to cut lawns. Rigged to be shoved by hand or pulled by horse. It is designed to meet the demands of City and Suburban Residents, Parks, Cemeteries, Spray- ing Orchards. Fine for Whitewashing Build- ings, etc. Net cash price No. 7 Outfit equipped with 5 feet best hose and 6 feet extension rod; one double Vermorel and one Calla long dis- tance nozzle, same as shown in cut, $21.50. Rigged for horse, $22.50. Mail 5 cents in stamps and receive copy of our 1902 Sprayer and Breeders' Supply Catalogue. Ripley Hardware Co. Manufacturer of Sprayers, BOX 19. GRAFTON. ILL. olaii Csrlillcate or Merit by the Society of Amer- ioan Floriitiat Boiton- Aug. 21, 1890, tor.Staiid- ard Flower Poti. ONG Island (iTv Philadelphia Traveling Representative, U. CUTLER RYERSON, 108 Third Ave. Newafl(, N. J. THOSE RED POTS "STANDARDS" FXILL'SIZE AND WIDE BOTTOMS. BULB PANS AND AZALEA POTS. DETROIT FLOWER POT M'F'Y, HARRY BALSUEY, Reo. DETROIT. MICH.. 4BO Haward St. Red Standard Pots. CORRECT SIZE. SUPERIOR QUALITY. Write for prloe lilt. 6. fJENNECKE CO.. "■'^^I^!^^^' Standard POX^ Flower... t VJ I \D If your greenhouses cire within 500 milet of the Capitol, write us, we can save you money W. H. ERNEST. 28tli ind iM Streatt. WASHINQTON. D. C GEO. KELLER & SON, manufaotuhkus of FLOWER POTS. Before buying write .jr prloes. 361-363 iferndon Street, near Wrlghtwood Ave , CHICAQO. ILL. American riorlst Advts. 3lb 1:1:1^ IPreade. STAB. "«llillilliliiliii,iiii,i.iliiiililiil«lllilllUWl"' Please mention the American Florist when wnTtnk- KELLER BR05., „„^_^ 213 15-17-19-21-23 Pearl St., NORRISTOWN. PA. Manufacturers of Standard Flower Potfl, red In color, equal to the best on the market; are 16 miles from Philadelphia, best of railroad connec- tions. U'e give HDccal attention to mail orders and make special sizes to order in quantities. k postal will brlDg prices and discounts Ph'asr mention the /< neriran Florist irhrn Tt'riting' FLOWER POTS STANDARO POTSsPc^»rv List and SAMPLES FREE. SWAHN'S POTTERY MF'G CO., P. 0. Box 78. MINNEAPOLIS. MINN. fUate mention the American Florist when writing. igo2. The American Florist. 71 KROESGHELL BROS. GO. xnxz'Et.o'vsizs Greenhouse Boiler, 45 Erie St, CHICAOO. "^ Boilers made of ttie best of material, aheU, firebox theets and beads of steel, water space all arotmd (tront. sides and back). Write for Infonnatloiu CyPRE^S Is Far M0|RE Durable Than PINEJ rCYPRESSi SASH BARS UPT0 32 FEET_OR LONGER. GREENHOUSE AND OTHER BUILDING MATERIAL,! MEN FURNISHED TO SUPERINTEND ERECTION WHEN DESIRED. ^end for our CirculaHs. THEAJ"•S+ea^^5!umbe)^ (o., Neponset. Boston, Mass. aALYANIZED WIRE-^Sc'^"' Fifty car loads ofnew galvanized wire, in short lengths. Never was used. Comes from 6 to 10 gange. Put up 100 lbs. to a coil and only one size wire to each bundle. . Prices range from $1.40 to S1.90 per \ 100 pounds. I Our Free Catalofoe Nfc 47 for the I asking. We handle all klJids of sup- ' plies from Sheriff's and Receiver's Sale. Cbicag:o House Wrecking: Co, UtA 35tbaalIniDSta.,CUcigCh ! FOR INSURANCE AGAINST DAMAGE BY HAIL, Address John G. Esler, Sec'y F.H.A. SADDLE RIVER, N. d. %tfitiltiitiitlllflt CLE = 1 T IS just as essential in building to get Ife^o^S good material, as it is to plant house- \, yp ^ with good stock. »t S A P You cannot get a good cut of flowers from poor plants, neither can you build a substant- ial house from poor material. We have made greenhouse construction a special study. You are welcome to the benefit of our wide experience. Get our estimate. We can serve you better than your local mill. iiitoI15BlackhawkSt uniLAUU lit. SE-LLIMG AGE.NT5 FOR GARLAMD IFEON GUTTERS. ■•' ilifllVf !Vfi9l!flif% c3rE>T ouic x>xcioe;s GREENHOUSE SASH AND MATERIAL! Our Facilities are Unexcelled. 15 Years' Experience. FOLEY MANFG. CO.. X Factory and Lumber Yard, Office 471 W. 22nd Street, t 474 to 498 W. 21st Place. CHIOA.OO. ! IIATDrn QAQH of every description. Those of Red ■ ■yyiULLT OnOII Cedar are the best. Write for prices. GREENHOUSE MATERIAL Cal. Red Cedar and Loalslana Cypress. BEST aiUDES, PERFECT WORKMAIVSHIP. A. DIETSGH & CO, B^a^eiS'lv. CHIGIGO, ILL. GARLAND'S IRON GUTTtK GEO. M. GARLAND, Oes plaines. III. john c. uoninger co., chicago, seli.ixg agents. HALF RATE TO TORONTO. February 23, 24 and 25, the Wabash Road will sell excursion tickets from Chicago to Toronto and return, at one fare (f 12.40) for the round trip. This is on account of the convention of the Students' Volunteer Movement for foreign missions. Tickets will be good to leave Toronto returning until March 5, inclusive. Write for time- cards. Ticket Office, 97 Adams Street. Always mention the American Flo- rist when writing to advertisers. STANDARD FLOWER POTS \ Packed in small crates, easy to handle. Pots Price per crate 1500 2-iD., in crate, $4.88 15U0 ZH " 5.26 60 8 1500 2V4 " 6.00 48 9 1000 3 " 5.00 48 10 800 3% " 5.80 24 11 500 4 " 4.50 24 12 320 5 " 4.51 12 14 144 6 " 3.16 6 16 Seed pans, same price as pots. list of Cylinders for Cut Flowers. „ kets, Lawn Vases, etc. 10 per cent off for cash with order. HILFINQER BROS' POTTERY, OR... FORT EDWARD, N. V. AUGOST RoLKBB & SoN9, New York Agents, 62 Dby Stbbst, New Yobk City. Pots Price per crate 120 7-in., in crate, $4.20 aoo aao 4.80 3.60 " 4.80 4.80 4.50 Send for price Hanging Bas- 72 The American Florist. Feb. 8, lodex to Advertixen. Advertising rates — 18 Allen J K 62 American Rose Co. I K Amling EC 51 Asohmann Godfrey.. 67 Baldwin A J 67 Banner J L & Co 66 Bassett & Wash- burn 51 62 BaurSAlfred I Bayersdorfer H & Co. 69 Beckert W C 69 Benthey & Co 51 Bemheizner Eugene . 52 Bernlng H G 50 Betscber E 61 Bird F \V & Sod 68 Bobbink & Atkins., i.9 BostonCo-operative Growers Ex 50 Boston Letter Co 68 Brague L B 66 Brant SD 69 Brill Francis 6t BrodJohn 63 Bruns H N 51 Buckley W T Plant Co 67 BudlongJA 51 65 Bunyard HA 66 Burpee WA&Co.. II Caldwell the Woods- man Co 66 Carmody JD 72 ChadbornMfgCo...III Chicago Carnation Co 60 Chicago HouseWkg Co 71 72 III CincinCutFlowerCo. 50 Cluoas&Boddington II Collins Tlios 66 Conard & Jones Co. . 57 Conley FoilCo 68 Cottage Gardens 64 Cowee Arthur 54 Craig Robt & Son... 67 Crowl Fern Co 66 Cunningham DO.. Glass Co 68 Cunningham Jos H. . 59 Dailledouze Bros 62 Davis Bros 67 Dayton Paper Nov- elty Co 69 Deamud J B 50 DesMoinesPlftntCo. 67 Detroit Flower Pot Mfy 70 Dietsoh A & Co 71 Diller Caskey & Co. Ill DiUon JL 57 61 Dirken B W 56 Dorner F & Sons Co I DieerH A 55 73 Dunne & Co 08 East'n Chemical Co 68 Eastern Nurseries... 56 EatonHN 52 Elohholz Henry 67 EiseleC 69 Ellis Frank M 50 Emmans Geo M 67 Ernest W H 70 Faxon M B 59 Fisher Peter 63 Foley MtgCo 71 Ford Bros 53 Foster Lucius H 67 Frueli Chas * Sons. 55 Gardeners Chronicle II Gardening Co II Garland Frank 51 Garland Geo M 71 Geller Sigmund 69 Ghormley Wm 53 Giblin & Co 72 Goetz John B 61 Grave E T 61 Groenewegen & Zoon 56 Guardian Angel Flo. 63 Gunther Wm H 63 Gurney Heater Co. . . 27 Guttman Alex J 53 Hail Ass'n 71 Hammond WA 64 Hancock G & Son . . . 61 Harrison Walter H.. II HartM A 53 Heacook Joseph 67 Heiss JB 57 Hennecke C Co 70 Herendeen Mfg Co .IV Herr Albert M 60 67 Herrmann A ))9 Herron Dana R 60 Hession Henry 60 Hews A H & Co 70 Hilflnger Bros 71 Hill The E G Co I Hills H "60 Hillsdale Floral Pk.. 62 Hippard E Ill Hitchings* Co IV Hoffman William... 61 Holton&Hunkel Co. 61 Hooker H M Co Ill Horan Edw C 53 Hort Adv II Horticultural Trade Journal Co II Hose Conneot'n Co.. 68 Humfeld C 64 Hunt EH 51 67 Invalid Appl'oe Co.. 69 Irvine John* Sons. . 67 Jacobs S & Sons .... Ill Jennings E B 59 Johnson & Stokes. . . 54 Kasting W P 53 Keller Bros 70 Keller Geo & Son. . Kellogg Geo M. Kennicott Bros Go... 55 Kentucky Tobacco Product Co 68 KervanCoThe 68 Kift Joseph & Son.. II King Fred J 65 Kohr A F 7i) Kreshover L J 66 Kroeschell Bros Co . . 71 Kuehn C A 50 KuhlGeo A a .55 57 58 64 65 Lager & Hurrell 64 Lamprecht Bros .... 64 Lang Julius 53 Langjahr AH 53 Lehman Bros 72 Limprecht Florist Supply Co .53 LooklandLumCo. 71 IV LongD B IV Lonsdale Edwin. .59 I Loomis Floral Co . . . 65 Lord & BurnhamCo IV Loven Ed S 66 Lucas J & Co Ill MaderPaul .58 May John N P5 McCarthy N P & Co. 5i McCullough's Sons II MoKellar&Wintrson P9 Mercer Floral Co .59 MiohiganCut Flow- er Ex 50 Millang Chas 53 Millang Frank 63 MoUer's Zeltung .... 11 Moninger JCCo 71 Montana Fert'zerCo. 69 Moon Wm H Go M Moore, Hentz & Nash 53 Moss Geo M . 52 Mott Seed & Bulb Co .57 Muno John 51 Murphy Wm 64 Nelson E A 80 N Y Cut Flower Co. 52 .5K N Y Cut Flower Ex.. 5> Niessen Leo 59 Boilers OP HIOH » QRADB..*'" For GREENHOUSES. See Our Catalogue.. f.»in and B^t Water. 6lblln&Co.. Utlca.N.Y, Holds Class Firmly See the Point IB- PBERLESS Glazltifr J'olntii are thcbr No rlRhli or leftu. Bdx of I.OOOiiolnti 76 all. pottpAld. HENBY A. DREER, 714 CheitDDt St., Phil*., Pk, Olbertz J 69 PalenCoThe 69 Pennock Sam'l S 52 Perkins John J 53 Pittsburg Cut Flo Co 50 PoehlmannBrosCo. 51 Pollworth C CCo ... 70 Pritchard J N 66 66 QuackerCityMaoh Co72 Randall A L 51 Raynor J 1 53 Reed & Keller 68 Re^an Print House. II Reinberg Geo 51 63 Reinberg Peter... 51 63 Retzer Walter* Co. 60 Rice Bros -50 Rice MA Co 69 Rippley Hardware Co 70 Robinson H M & Co . 68 Roemer Fred 58 Roland Thomas 57 Rolker A & Sons 67 Salt Lake Floral Co. 60 Saltford Geo 53 SchlUo Adam IV SchmidtJC 57 Scott RobtA Son.... 64 Sheridan W F 53 Siebrecht & Son .... I Situations & Wants. 49 Shellroad Greenh's.. 60 Skabcura Dip Co ... . 69 Skidelaky SS 60 Smith W ATCo.... I Smith Nath & Son... 66 Soupert & Netting.. 65 Spangler E J & Co-. II Sprague Smith Co. . Ill Stearns Lumber Co.. 71 Storrs&HarrisonCo . . 56 Strvker S U 88 Sutherland G A 52 Swahn Pot Mfg Co. . 70 Swayne Win 61 Thorburn J M *Co.. 54 Thompson J U Car- nation Co 61 Tobacco Warehouae- ing & Trading Co. 69 Traendly & Schenck .53 Vick's Sons Jas II VandegriftFB&Co... .56 Vaugban's Seed Store .55 58 65 I Vesey W J & M S . . . 65 Vredenburg A Co.. II Wsban Rose Cons., I Wabash R R 71 WarburtonC 63 Watson Geo C II Weathered's Sons Thos 72 Weber H & Sons 65 Weeber & Don II Weiland A Risch. ... 61 Welch Bros 53 Whilldin Pot Co 70 Whitnall C B II Whitton &Sons .59 Wietor Bros 63 WilksS Mfg Co.... Ill Wills & Segar 59 Wilmore W \V 57 Winandy Michael. .. 61 Wittbold Geo Co 67 Wolf A Q & Bro . . IV Wolf John 51 Wood Bros 57 Wood TWA Sons. . . 54 Woodfall Bros 63 Young Jno 53 Young W G 69 Young A Nugent 52 WROUGHT IRON PIPE _ Good condition, used short time only} new threads and couplings; for Steam, Gas or Water i sises from H to 12 inch diameter. Onr price per foot on V Inch is Write for free catalogue No. 47, 3c on 1 inch 3> or more, there is consterna- tion, and fault is found with part of the flowers, a reduction on the bill being asked, so that in the end the average cost will be somewhere near what the customer expected to pay. igo2. The American Florist. 75 I do not know a grower or a commis- sion man who does not exercise the greatest care in the selection of stock for shipping. It would be folly for him to do otherwise. Of course I know that there are growers, especially the smaller ones, who, for ten days or more before holi- days, do not send in any stock unless hard pressed. This is certainly pickled stock when it reaches the wholesale market, but it is Invariably sold to city buyers at low prices. I do not think it is ever knowingly shipped. Perionally, I believe in holding back carnations by leaving them on the plants two or three days longer than usual, so that there will be an extra supply with which to meet the extra demand at holidays. Something must naturally be done to meet it, and I do not think that if this holding back is properly attended to it will lessen the keeping quality of shipping stock. Of course, there are exceptions to all rules, and there are a few varieties of carnations that will not keep ten hours after being cut. These varieties are known, and should not be shipped, much less planted by up-to-date growers. But wholesalers, in times of scarcity, will take chances on these varieties, and often pay for them, as they should. On a recent Sunday our Mr George Rein- berg cut two each of Crane, Joost, Law- son, Hill, White Cloud, E vanston. Marquis and Irene, and placed them in a vase in his home without change of water. The third day Joost, White Cloud and Mar- quis were asleep. The next day Lawson, Irene and Evanston were closed up, and then Flora Hill, but not until Saturday did Crane begin to show age. This should convince anyone that carnations, properly handled, should reach any des- tination in salable condition. But they dont, and why not? I will give my opinion. The general method of packing cannot be improved upon. I have packed flow- ers for twenty years, and in that time have seen a great many methods followed, but it does not seem to me that it makes much difiierence as to keeping, whether carnations are placed carefully in layers with waxed paper between each layer, or whether they are Backed in bunches of twenty-five, just as they come from the growers, regardless of order. In fact, some buyers prefer this method of pack- ing, and I think it would be worth while to give it a general trial. I think that our greatest trouble hinges with the express messenger who has the care of the boxes on the cars. In cold weather he is afraid they will freeze, in which case he is held responsible by the company and must pay the loss. To avoid this, when he receives flowers, up against the steam coils they go, no mat- ter to him if they cook, for that cannot be charged up against him. This is the rea- son that in late years so very little stock is reported frozen in severe weather, and if a shipment is lost, and the fault traced down, we are told that a new man was on the run that trip; old men get wise. The train reaches its destination at mid- night or early morning, and the box of flowers is taken to the depot office, where it is set beside a red hot stove. What can the result be? Upon opening the box the carnations are asleep, or ready to close up as soon as put in water. Both shippers and buyers will notice that when the weather is moderate and little steam is required there are few or no complaints. Get a carnation chilled, and then have it heated up, as in the case before stated, and it cannot but go to sleep. I say that the best remedy for WREATH, PRINCIPALLY GLOXINIAS AND FOLIAGE. sleepy carnations is to teach the express messenger to keep the flower box a foot or so above the floor of the car and away from the stove or steam pipes. Then the flowers will arrive in good shape, for the box is wrapped to prevent freezing if ordinary caie is taken. O. W. Frhse. NEW CARNATIONS IN CALIFORNIA. Probably no city in the United States is to-day supplied with finer carnation blooms than is San Francisco, Cal. The writer recently paid a visit to the metrop- olis of the Pacific Coast and was very much surprised at the excellence of the stock in the florists' windows, and espe- cially those shown by John H. Sievers & Co. "Sievers' carnations" are well known on the Pacific Coast, but not so well known in the eastern states as they ought to be. For a number of years Sie- vers & Company have been hybridizing and producing new carnations, but only a few of these have found their way into public channels, yet a few of them are well known and highly esteemed in the eastern states. Of the many new varieties of merit now in the hands of this firm, probably none gives greater promise than Hannah Hobart. This is really a remarkable flower, never less than four inches, and frequently four and one-half inches across. This is getting pretty close to Uncle John's ideal. In color it is a shade deeper than Lawson, but the petal arrangement is quite diflerent. In this respect it most resembles the old Jubilee, but of course the color is diflerent. I saw two large houses of it at Sievers', and the sight is one long to be remembered, hundreds of blooms in sight and not a poor one in the lot, and everyone the exact counterpart of the other, no bursted calyxes, but every flower supported on a twenty-four-inch stem, and standing up like soldiers. Mr. Sievers has been grow- ing this variety about five years, but as yet it is not disseminated except, I believe, to one or two eastern men on trial. There is certainly no carnation of its color that can equal it; it knocks Lawson into a "cocked hat," and aver- ages all the time an inch larger. Another remarkable variety, and one which I believe will become a universal favorite, is A. B. Spreckles. In color it is a bright scarlet, very double, and every petal deeply fimbriated, of immense size, being very little behind Hobart in diam- eter, but the quality that will commend it to the public is its odor. It has the finest and fullest old-clove perfiime; one smell lasts half a day, and one bloom will perfume a room. The petal arrange- ment is about perfect, and the stem, calyx and general habit of the plant all that can be desired. I want you eastern fel- lows to keep your eye on Spreckles. Another good one not yet out, but which has been grown by Mr. Sievers for some time, is Mrs. McKinley. In color this a deep rose-pink, averaging three and one-half inches in diameter. It has not quite such a fine stem as the two former, but is a fine seller and free bloomer. It is bound to become a favorite with the public. R. Raymond is an improved Daybreak, and the finest carnation of its color. It averages three and one-half inches, is carried on afinestem, never bursts and is a remarkable keeper. It has the peculiar habit of requiring three to four days on the plant to perfect itself even af^er it seems to be developed. Jenny Gifiard !s a fine free carnation, rose-pink, fringed, and carried on a strong stem twenty-four to thirty inches long, is not a cropper, but always in bloom. The greenhouses where these fine car- nations are grown are within the city limits of San Francisco, and cars run within a couple of blocks of the houses. The houses are mostly three-quarter span, facing the south, and are almost wholly devoted to carnations. Not only are their own fine productions grown, but quite a good deal of space is devoted to the newer eastern varieties. Here may be seen a fine house of Lawson, grown, perhaps, as well as Peter Fisher ever saw them, but a bunch of Lawson placed alongside a bunch of Hobart gives as T6 The American Florist. Feb. 15, great a contrast as would a bnoch of Portia beside a bnuch of Crane. This, you know, is the home of Ethel Crocker, and if some of our eastern brethren could see Crocker as here grown, they would feel like giving it a lair trial. John Hinkle, sent out by this firm some two or three years ago, is, in San Francisco, one of the most profitable and satisfactory varieties grown. It is not as well known in the east as it ought to be. In color it is like Roosevelt, but in size it puts this variety in the shade about an inch. It has remarkable stems, never bursts, and as the foreman, Thomas E. Hooper, remarked, "you can always cut a handful." I think this variety is at present overlooked. One of the most remarkable fancy car- nations is here grown very profitably. How does "buff with pink stripes" meet your fancy? This is the color of Iris Miller. I am told it is a really good sel- ler and very productive. Louise Sievers is the newest thing in yellow, a bloom of good size, three inches and over. It is clear lemon yellow with delicate pink pencilings, yet hardly enough of the latter to dull the yellow ground. It was showing fine crop when I saw it. This is a color always in demand, but few yellow tarnations seem to have a long reign. There are many other good things in new carnations to be seen at the Sievers place, some of which give great promise but which are not as yet suiBciently tried on the home ground. The newer eastern kinds are not neglected; 2,000 Lawsons were looking fine, and Mr. Hooper thinks well of it. The stems were better and longer than are usually seen on this var- iety. About a dozen houses are devoted to carnations, all of which were in the pink of condition, in fact, the finest grown car- nations I have ever seen. The man behind the bat in this game of carnation growing at the establishment of John H. Sievers & Company is Thomas E. Hooper. Mr. Hooper is a compara- tively young man, and a true western one. He commenced as errand boy for the old firm of Miller & Sievers and has worked his way up to his present posi- tion. It is the skilful hand of Mr. Hooper that does all the hybridizing; in fact no other man knows the parentage of the many notable new carnations now in his care. I asked Mr. Hooper it he had any objections to giving his cultural methods to the public, and he replied "none in the world," and as they are so radically opposed to most methods in vogue I gladly give them here. The natural soil here is a sandy loam, of a somewhat yellow color. To ten loads of this soil Mr. Hooper adds two loads of old cow manure and two loads of sand. "The carnation likes sand," says Hooper. The plants are benched about August 1. No top dres- sing is ever used. The soil is never culti- vated nor scratched, but is hand weeded as often as necessary. No feed or stimu- lant of any kind is ever used before February, and then nothing but liquid. Three pounds of nitrate of soda to 500 gallons of water is the fertilizer here used. One man does all the watering and he certainly has his practice reduced to a science. Syringing overhead is never practiced except to reduce spider. Airing is strictly attended to. I was_ at the greenhouses early in the morning and though no sun was shining yet the ven- tilators were open about three inches. This may have been on all night, but I did not ask. The whole place reflects the greatest credit on the grower, as the stock was fine. Some space is here given to orchids, palms and pelargoniums. I noted a splendid batch ot Cocos Weddelliana, from seed, in 3-inch pots plunged in sand. In the propagating houses, which are all north-side, were thousands of rooted and being rooted, carnations, all of which looked in the pink of condition. I noted that none of the cuttings were shorn, but retained all the foliage. Mr. Hooper thinks he gets a stronger plant in this way. It is a practice with the firm of Sievers & Company never to send out a carna- tion till they have a better one. I can- GEORGE TRUSSEL. (President-elect, Montreal G.irdeners' and Florists' Club.) not say that I commend the practice. I have had a peep at the "better one" in the present case. It is a scarlet sport of Hannah Hobart, as large as the parent, and finer in every way. Coastman. The Rose Balduin. The note appearing on page 48 of the American Florist to the effect that Peter Lambert, of Trier, Germany, said on January 20, 1902, that "I can say to- day that Helen Gould is another rose than my Balduin," should not be allowed to pass by unnoticed. The idea that Mr. Lambert apparently wishes to convey is that Helen Gould and Balduin are dis- tinct from each other. Last autnmn during the agitation about the rose in question, and about that time having received a catalogue from Mr. Lambert, and noticing both Balduin and Helen Gould therein, I wrote to him stating that there is a belief in America that these roses are identical, and further asked if he would kindly throw some light upon the subject. No reply was received. The pedigree of Balduin as given in said catalogue is as follows: Chas. Darwin X Mile. Marie Van Hontte. The latter tea rose will be remembered as having been renamed "Gem" some years ago by a firm located at that time at Morton, Delaware Co., Pa. Helen Gould's parent- age is given as Kaiserin Augusta Vic- toria X Mme. Caroline Testout. The latter information was originally furn- ished by a journeyman florist hunting work, who stated he had worked for John Cook, of Baltimore, and Jennings Bros., Gluey, Pa., and who also claimed that he owned two plants ot a rose which he described as Liberty, but for the purposes of identification was known as Red Kaiserin. A liberal purchase price was offered for said two plants, which was accepted; but when the journeyman put in his claim for them where he had left them, namely, at the last establishment where he had worked, the proprietors thereof refused to give them up, and the journeyman returned empty-handed. He, however, imparted the information where plants in Germany could be bought under the name ot Red Kaiserin. Plants were ordered and in due course received, and a fond hope was entertained that they would prove to be Liberty. Liberty was still at this time in the hands ot the originators, Alex. Dickson & Sons, Ireland, or their authorized agents in America, Robert Scott & Son, Philadelphia, and E. A. Asmus, WestHoboken, N. J. The latter, when on a visit to the greenhouses where Red Kaiserin (Balduin) was being grown, pronounced it the same variety that he had tried or was trying for win- ter forcing under the provisional name of Columbia. Sometime during the experimental stages the fact became known that Balduin was not Liberty. A flower ot the true Liberty was secured and forwardedto Trier, Germany, whence advice was received to the effect that plants could be furnished which would produce flowers ot the geniune Liberty. Orders for plants were again forwarded — whether by cable I forget — and in due time arrived in America, which, after being grown for some time in this climate turned out to be Grass an Tep- litz. All the above incidents came out during the investigation of the committee appointed by the Florists' Club ot Phila- delphia, and are herewith given for what they may be worth. It perhaps would have been more in accordance with the opin- ions of some experts if the whole matter had either been referred to the Society of American Florists or the American Rose Society; but when a member of any organ- ized chartered body makes a motion, which is duly seconded and carried, to have a committee appointed to investi- gate a matter which may be in dispute and which is likely to prove of general interest, such a committee sees its duty and does it to the best of its ability, and that is the aspect of the case under con- sideration. The committee looked in every direction where any ot the members thereof thought information was likely to be gained upon the subject, with the result as is now known. Again referring to the note on page 48. There was no re investigation of the sub- ject contemplated, as was indicated therein, but a supplementary report was made, which contained additionalinform- ation received by the committee, and a motion was made at the last meeting of the Florists' Club of Philadelphia asking the privilege of making a supplementary report, which was granted, and ou a postal card to have particulars. C. S. riTZSIMMONS, Lansing. Mich. FOR SALE-A SNAP Good reasons for selling. Write at once. A range of 8,000 ft. and in first-class condi- tion, on outskirts of large city. Address or inquire of C. F. RICE, 128 N. 6th St., MINNEAPOLIS, MINN. I!IU Great BARGAIN 20 miles from Grand Central depot, N. Y. city, on line of New York & New Haven R. R , Florist Establishment consisting of 4 acres o[ rich land, dwelling house, 10 greenhouseB, steam heated, boiler house, 3 steam boilers, pumps, all conaplete. Must be sold at once; easy terms. For further car- ticulars address Srebrecht & Son, 409 5th Ave., N. Y. FOR SALE OLDgESTABLISHED FLORIST BUSINESS 4^a acres of ground, 9 greenhouses, several cold frames, 6-room house, barn, etc. 30 minutes from N. Y. city. Largo cemetery opposite. Trolley cars pass place. 36 years in present lo- cation. Entire property and business, includ- ing large stock for spring trade. Call and inspect. Mrs. G. M. Hutchinson, Elizabeth N. J. E it known to our pa- trons and friends that B FICK&FABER have entirely removed to San Mateo, Cal. All communications should be sent to that place. ^ If you want to get the want jj§ you want to get, you want % to get your want ad into the AMERICAN IF L O R I S T Try it now. Every advertisement represents ■* It pays Jit J* j^ a genuine want. .^ It pays ^ to answer them. ,M 84 The American Florist. Feb. I5> Pittsburg. SEVERE WEATHER SURRODNDS FLOWER AND PLANT TRADE WITH DIFFICOLTIES. — MANY NEW PRIVATE GREENHOUSES. Two cold waves in succession, with the thermometer registering zero, is what Pittsburgers have had to contend with the past two weeks, and several of the small growers had difficalty in keeping the frost out of the houses, as was also the ease with some of the private con- servatories where gas is used. The enormous quantity consumed in dwellings made the supply weak. Retailers report a fair business for last week, azaleas, narcissi, Romans and lily of the valley being plentiful, with a medium supply of Harrisii. Randolph & McClements had some good decorations, also several orders for funeral work. George W. Oliver, the publisher, has just completed a large greenhouse for general stock, built by a local firm but heated bv Hitchings. Mr. Oliver's brother, at Sewickly, is also building a range of houses. Lord & Burnham have the contract. Mr. Lincoln, of Amberson avenue, is having an addition put to his houses, one a growing house and a lean-to for propagating. Hitchings has the contract for the heating. When finished this will make a pretty and complete range. Mr. Park's conservatory is near com- pletion. In the center of the palm house is a raised electric fountain, the first of its kind put up in Pittsburg. A. Wood, of McKeesport, is closing his conservatories and his plant collection is for sale. D- D. Lincoln, Neb. Since last report we have had very bad weather, the past three weeks being very cold, not warming up enough on many days to clear the glass of ice. Notwith- standing this there has been a good sup- ply of stock and demand enough to use it all up; in fact, some days we had to go through the houses and pick odds and ends for funeral work, ot which there has been much. Primula obconica, cycla- mens and freesias are liked by customers in made up work. Every one is happy, with no complaints except to the coal man. C. H. F. LoOMis, Cal.— The Loomis Floral Company is not successor to the Mitting Floral Company, but a new and separate concern. OHOIOB? LILY of the VALLEY in large quantities, the finest that is grown, $4 and $5 per JOO- JOHK WOLF. SAVANNAH, OA. ICE BROTHERS Wholesal* Florists and Suppllas. Rteeivert and Shippers of Freth Cut Flowers. Consignments Solicited. 188 N. sixth 8t., Mlnneapollg, Minn. ...GEO. M. KELLOGG... '■"^"Sl.Tewe.i: Cut Flowers Give u9 an order and we will please you. Our Greenhouses at PLEASANT HILL, MO. Our Store, 906 Grand Ave., KANSAS CITY, MO. ^^LONQ UISTANCB rBONE AT EITIIEU PLACS. CATTLEYAS Roses, Beauty, extra long stems $4.00 24 to 30- in. long stems 3.00 20 ■' ■• 2.50 15 " " 2.00 Short " 1.00 Bride. Bridesmaids e.OOfgt Meteor 6.00® Golden Gate 5 C0( 1.00 Callas 10 0.® 15.(0 Lily of the valley 3.00(a) 4.00 Romans 2 C0(") 3 00 Narcissi 2.6C(n) 3 00 ■]'ulii)s :!.00(" 4,ilJ Smilax 10.00® 15. UO Asparagus Sprengeri 1.00® 1.50 " Plumosus 1.00® 1.50 Qalax .15 Frank M. Ellis, WHOLESALE flORIST, 1316 Pine Street, ST. LOUIS, MO. CONSIGNMENTS SOLICITED. H.G.BERNING Wholesale riorlst 1322 Pine St., ST. LOUIS, MO. C. A. KUEHN, Wholesale Florist, mZ PINB STREET. Wm ST. LOUIS, HO. I^A complete line of 'Wire Designs. Ltd WHOLESALE FLORISTS. — Pittsburg, Pa. The Cincinnati Gut Flower Co., t^l^,X\ WHOLESALE FLORISTS. CoDsignments Solicited. Special Attention Given to Shipping Orders, ivi:ioraoA.Jv Cut Flower Exchange, WM. DILGER* Mann^er. WHOLESALE COMMISSION. Full line of Florists' Supplips and Uocoratlons. Special attention to shipping orders, 26 Miami Avenue, DETKOIT, MICH. Oesirable Advertising Space ....To Rent °- VAr- BOSTON FLOWER MARKET Effective. Profitable. Address QEO. CARTWRIGHT. Secreliry. 1 Park St., BOSTON. igo2. The a mer i ca n Fl orist. 85 "^""^N FRIDAY, February 7, the building next door was destroyed by fire and the ■ I accumulitlon of water in our store put us out of business for a couple of days, except for counter room kindly placed at our disposal by C. M. Dick- ■^^ inson, manager for E. H. Hunt's. We beg the indulgence of those who may , have been inconvenienced by our mishap and assure everyone that we are now in the best possible shape to handle all orders. With increased supplies of Roses, we are able to announce a reduction in prices all along the line and ask orders upon the assurance that stock is of excellent quality throughout. E.C.Amling The Largfest, Best Equipped and Most Centrally Located Wholesale Cut Flower House in Chicago. 32-34-36 Randolph St. CHICAGO. L. D. PHONES 1999 AND 1977. PRICE LIST. BEAUTIES. Stems, ?6 inches, per doz, .. 3,1 ,. .. 24 " " 20 " " 15 " " 12 " ■• 6 to 8 in. per 100,1 Brides " Maids " Meteors " Golden Gate " Carnations " '• large atd rancies " Mignonette per doz., .3S .50 Violets, double per 100, .7) 1.25 single " Valley, select '* Callas per doz. Romans perlOO, Tulips •■ Paper Whites ** Freesias " Asparagus plumosus, per stg, .50 .60 Sprengeri, per 100, 3 00 4.00 Ferns, per 1000, $2.00; ■■ .25 Galax, " 1.00; " .15 Leucothoe sprays " .75 Adiantum " 11.00 1.50 Smilax per doz. ,1.23 1.50 Prices subject to change without notice $5.00 4.00 300 2.00 1.50 1 JO $6.00 8 00 E.OO 8 00 4.00 8 00 3.00 6 00 4.00 8 00 1.00 1.50 2.00 3 00 .60 .75 2.00 3.00 1.25 1.50 2,00 3 00 3.00 4.00 2.00 3 00 2.00 3.00 J.aBUDLONG fioses and Carnations A Specialty. 37-39 Randolph Street, CH]C AGO. WHOLESALE GROWER of CUT FLOWERS A. L. RANDALL. WHOLESALE FLORIST, Send for weekly price list and special quotations on 1000 lots. WEILAKD AND RISCH CHICAGO'S RELIABLE Wholesale Growen and Shippers ol CUT FLOWERS. 59 Wabash Ave., Chicago. SEND FOB WEBKLT PBICB LIST. WHOLESALE FLORISTS Bassett& Washburn 76 & 78 Wabash Ave., CHICAGO. '^"'•"""t/r, Cut Flowers GREENHOUSES: HINSDALE, ILL. Benthey4&Co. F. r. BENTHEY, Manager, Wholesale Commission Florists 31-35 Bandolph St. CHICAGO. IVConsiennients solicited FRANK GARLAND, Wbolesale Qrower Of Cut Flowers SPECIAL ATTENTION TTTT^TiyTtT' *B -QIVEN TO HARDY CUT -"^ .■V.^^-i:^ '^ 55-57 WABASH AVENUE, ' Telephone Central 3284. CXIIO.A.OO. Wbol^aie [fower/\arK5fe CmoAeo, Feb. 14. Boiei, Beauty, 36-inch atemi 30 24 20 IS 12 BtoS 5.00 4.00 3.00 2 00 1.50 1.00 per 100 6.00@8.00 00® 8.00 00@ 6.00 00® 6.00 00® 8,00 00@ 3.00 75® 1.25 00® 3.00 Bride, Bridesmaid 4 " Meteor 3 " Perle 3 " GoldenGate 4 Carnations i Violets Lily of the valley 2 Callas, per doz 1.25@1.50 Tulips 3.C0@ 4. CO Romans, Paper Whites 2.00(3> 3,00 Adlantum 1 00® 1 60 Commonferns per 1,000 j2 00 .25 Qalax leaves, per 1000 $1.00 .15 Smilax per dozen 1.25® 1.50 For EASTER Forcing Fine, select LILY OF THE VALLEY PIPS, $1.50 per 100; $12.50 per 1000; $30 per case of 2500. FANCY CUT VALLEY always on hand at market price. H. IV. BRUIVS, 1409-I4n W. Madison Street, CIIICAGO, ILL nease mention the A rmrtcan Florist when Zi/riting. E. H. Hunt» WIIOLESALE Cut flowers THE "OLD RELIABLE," 76 Wabash Ave., CHICAGO. GEO. REINBERG, '^ir'e'ro. Cut Flowers Choice American Beauties. We will take oare of your orders at reasonable prices. Prompt attention. 61 Wabash Ave., CHICAGO, ILL. PETER REINBERG, Grower and Wholesaler of Cot Flowers. 000.000 PBET OP QLASS. Headquarters for American Beauty. 81 Wabash Ave., ■ CHICA60, ILL JOHN MUNO, Wholesale Grower and Shipper of Gut Flowers Boom 221, 51 Wabash Ave., CHICAGO. Tblephonb Central 3598. All telegraph aad telephone orders given prompt attention. Poehlmann Bros. Co. Wholesaie Growers of .« Cut Flowers and Dealers All telegraph and telephone orders ^_ given prompt attention. 35-37 Greenhouses: Randolph Street. Morton Grove, III. CHICAaO, ILL. Mention the American Florist when writing to advertisers on this page. 86 The American Florist. Feb. iSy Choice CATTLEYAS ELt SO oents. SAMUEL S. PENNOCK, Wholesale Florist, ISI2-li LUDIOW ST., PHIUDELPHIA, P«. GEO. A. SUTNERLAND, 34 Hawley St., BOSTON. Telephone 1370 Blain. BEST BOSTON FLO'WBRS. All SuppUes. An entire floor Devoted to Stock and Manu- facturiog. Distributing Agent for United States for the wonderful SPECIALTIES THIS WEEK: Special American Beauty, Lily of the Valley, Violets. LETTER, unequalled for design work. Script, any color, V/ac a letter. Block letters, IMic each. The most elaborate design work to order in a few minutes. General Asentb: H. BAYERSDORFER & CO.. Philadelphia. REED & KELLER. New York City. CITY HALL GUT FLOWER MARKET WELCH BROS., Props. 9 CHAPMAN PLACE. 15 PROVINCE STREET. Boston, Mass. Nffif The best market for Growers who can ship good Cut Flower stock. J. K. SLLEN, 106 West 28th Street, uriii vnau niTV Telephone 167 Madison Sq. Btll lUnKullli N. F. MCCARTHY & GO. 84 Hawley St., BOSTON, ARE RECEIVING ELEGANT ROSES- ALL VARIETIES. DON'T YOU WANT SOME? Tel. 734 and 64 Blaio. Geo. M. Moss, WHOLESALE FLORIST, 32 South 17th Street. PHILADELPHIA, PA. Long Distance 'Phone 1-41-26 D. Consignments of Roses, Carnalions, Violets solicited. N.Y. GUT FLOWER EXCHANGE 404-412 E. 34th St. Near Ferry. Open tor Cut Flower Sales at 6 o'clock Every morning: DESIRABLE WALL SPACE TO RENT FOR ADVERTISING. JOHN DONALDSON, Secretary. Wbol^ale power/arKgfe BosTOH, Feb. 13. Roses, Beauty, extra 35.0O(aH0.O0 medium 12.00@20.00 culls 6.00® 8.00 " Bride, Bridesmaid, Meteor. 4.00® 6.00 extra 8.00@IO.00 Carnations 1 60® 2 00 fancy 3.00® i 00 Lily of the valley 2.00® 3.00 Violets 30® .60 Harriaii lilies 8 0C@12.50 Freesia l.OtTai l.fO Narcissus Paper White 1 .0C@ 1 50 Yellow 2.0C@ 4.00 Roman hyacinths 75® 1 . 50 Tulips 2 CO® 3.00 Callas 8.C0@10.00 Adiantum 50® 1.00 Smilax 10.00@12.00 FaiLASBLFHIA, Feb. 13 Roses, Tea 5.00® 8.00 " " extra 10.00@12.00 " Beauty, extra 50.00@65.00 firsts 30.00@40.00 " Queen of Edgely, extra 15.00 '■ " firsts.... 2^.00 Carnations 100® 3.00 Lily of the valley 4.00® 5.00 Aiparaeus 25.00@60.00 Smilax 12.60@16.00 BuiPAlo, Feb. 13. Roses, Beauty 7.00@35.00 " Bride, Bridesmaid, Meteor 6.00@15.00 Carnations 1.60® 4 00 Violets 50@ 1.00 Lily of the vaUey S.OO® 4.00 Smilax 15.00@20.00 Adiantum 1.00® 1.50 Give Us a Trial. We Can Please You. Roses, Carnations and all kinds of Seasonable Flowers in stock. UfU C VICTIMR Wholesale Com- finii ■■ nHOIIIIUi mission Florist, 181 Washington St , Buffalo. N. Y. Dealer in Florists' Supplies and Wire Designs. Open Day and NiRht. narketing For Flowers is a pleasure if done at the headquarters of the The New York Cut Flower Company Here is the choicest stock of the most eminent growers, fresh every morning and in full variety. Goods selected and shipped to any part of the country. Always room for growers looking for an outlet for good cut flower stock. DAILY RFPORTS. WEEKLY PAYMENTS. SALESROOMS {SI* »7o]SrcfT*;':"' Telephones: 2239 Madison Sq. 2034 Madison Sq. A. MILLANG, MANAaSB. Gut Harrisii Lilies. I am grovying the largest batch of lilies in New England. Have over 50,000 Harrisii besides plenty of Japans for Easter. Can supply blooms all the time from now till spring. Can fill orders for any quantityat an hour's notice. H. N. EATON, 'Phone Connection. SO. SUDBURY, IMASS. EUGENEBERNHEIMER Wholesale Florist, Philadelphia. Phone 14809 A. 1604 Ludlow t!t., CONSIGNMENTS OF ROSES SOLICITED. YOUNG & NUGENT Wholesale Florists. PRICE LIST TO APPLICANTS 42 West 28fh Street, NEW YORK. Telephone 2065 Madison Sq uare Roses, Carnations, Valley, Orchids, Novelties. Are shipplnK the tlnest in the New York market igo2. The American Florist. 87 TOP GRADE BEAUTIES, BRIDES, BRIDESMAIDS, Carnations ass r^lly o< -tlxe 'Valle^r. JOHN I. RAYNOR, 49 West 28th Street, NEW YORK. Telephone No. 1998 Madison Sqnsre. George Saltford, WHOLESALE DEALER AND SPECIALIST IN so ■Wfcist sotii St., :NEj>^r "voieic. Consignments solicited from good growers of VIOLETS, Shipping orders attended to promptly. Telephone 2230 Madiaon Square* Walter F. Sheridan, Wholesale Florist, Telephone 802 Uadlson Square. 39 West 28th St., NEW YORK. Telephone Noa. 2239 and 2034 Madiaon Square. MOORE, HENTZ & NASH Wholesale Commission Florists, 65 and 57 West 26th St., NEW YORK CITY. Adjoining New York Cut Flower Co. salesroom. Finest Salesroom in the Trade, Inspection Invited. Ail business, selling or shipping, strictly commission. ^ wuni F^m p WILLIAM GHORMLEY, „«„„,«„.„„ « nnijl rAlll r receiver and shipper or fresh cut flowers, daily stock of ALL IllJIfllfflluullJll > ** *' the choicest varieties from best growers who ship to new YORK. WWIIIIIIIWWI Wll 6 ORCHIDS, ROSES, CARNATIONS, VALLEY. H Largest receiver of VIOLETS in America ^ Talaphone 2200 Madison Squara, B7 WEST 28th STREET, NEW YORK CITY. JOHN YOUNG Special American Beauties, Surpassing Carnations, Vioiets, Lily of the Valley, Orchids, and all Seasonable Flowers. 61 West 28tli St., NEW TORE. Tel. 1905 Madison Sq. THE KECOCNIZED HEADQUARTERS IN NEW YORK CITY FOR Violets and Carnations GROWERS and BUYERS make a note of this. It will be to your advantage. WM. H. GUNTHER. 80 West 29th St., New York. Telephone 551 Madison Square. FRANK MILLANG, CUT FLOWERS, WHOLESALE COMiHISSION, 408 E. 34th Street, iCttt Flower Exchange, NEW YORK. Telephone S99 Madison Square. B8TABLI8HED 1872. JOHN J. PERKINS, COMMISSION FLORIST, Solicits Consignments or Shipping Orders. Satisfaction given In both. Write lor Terms. 115 West 30lh St., New York. POPULAR WlTri THE TRADE. Therefore a profitable place to send your Flowers. M. a. HART'S, 48 West 30th St., New York City. Telephone 325 Madison Square. Choice Carnations. Selected Roses. Traendly & Schenck NEW YORK CITY, 38 W. 28th Street, Cut Flower Exchange. New Telephone No. 798 & 799 Madison Sq. FORD BROS. Receivers and Shippers of FRESH FLOWERS. Best Violets in New York market. Ill West 30th St.. NEW YORK. Telephone 157 Madison Square. Whol^ale ftoffer/\arK^ Julius Lang Nbw 'Voek, Feb. 12 Roses, Beauty, select 40.00@60.00 " " medium in.00®30.00 " " culls 1.00® 3.00 " Bridesmaid, Bride, Meteor 2.0:@ 6 00 " " " extra.. 8.00@12.00 Liberty 3.00® 5.00 " Liberty special 8.00@20.00 Carnations I.5D@ 2 50 CaraatioDS, specialties 4.00® 5.00 Violets 30® 75 Lily of the valley 1.60® 3.00 Roman hyacinths 75@ 1.00 Paper White narcissi, Freesia l.OO® 1.60 \ellow nar.:issi 1.53® 3.00 Callas 10.00 Sweet Heas 1. 00 Tulips, single 3 00® 3.00 double 3.O0@ 4.00 Lilac, per bunch 1.00 Uarrisu lilies 10.00@15.00 Cattleyas 10. 00@40.00 Mignonette 3.C0@ 6.00 Smilax 10.00®13.00 AiparaKUi 35. 00@50.00 " Sprengeri, per doz. bun. 3.00@3.00 Adiantum 75@1.C0 GHAS. MILLANG, 50 W. 29th St , -NEW YORK. 58 West BOtb Street, NEW YORK. Refbesentb thb Best Qbowebs os* ROSES, CARNATIONS, VALLEY. Tblsfhohb 380 Madison S«c£bs. ALEX. J. GUTTMAN, Wholesale Commission Florist, A full supply dally of the choicest New York and New Jersey FLOWERS. 62 W. 29th Street, NEW YORK CITY. Telephone 1738 Madiaon Square. LIMPRECHT FLORIST SUPPLY COMPANY. WHOLESALE Commission FLORISTS and FLORISTS' SUPPLIES. AI>o all Mads of Greeaa for Decoratloaa. 119 West sotti Street. jUFW VHIIK Telephone U33 Madiaon Square. liLn lUNa. Oonalgriuneiite Solicited. fl. fl. LflNGJflHR. Wholesale Commission Florist, BEST CXOWERS SHIPPED AT IiOIFEST NEW YOKK PRICES. 19 Boarum Place, Brooklyn, N. Y. Telephohb 939 Main. Now in Season: ■FREESIAS, DAFFODILS, TULIPS, CILAC. ^WEET PEAS Rnd ACACIA. EDW. C. HORAN. cyj 47 WEST 28th ST.. NEW YORK. FLOWERS AI WHOLESALE. Tel. 421 Madison Square, All Roses, Violets 88 The American Florist. Feb. 15^- The gEE£) TRaE)B. AMERICAN SEED TRADE ASSOCIATION. J. E. NoRTHEur, Pres.; S. F. Leonard, Vloe- Pres.; S. F. Willabd, Wethersfleld, Conn., Seo'y and Treas. Twentieth annual oonvention, Twin Cities, Minn., June, 1902. Visiting New York: D. M. Ferrv, Detroit. Fred Batchbler, oi Utica, N. Y., died February 5. An inch and a halt of rain has fallen in Southern California. Visited St. Louis: Fred. H. Hunter, of the Cox Seed Co., San Francisco. Wm. F. Dreer, of Philadelphia is spending the winter at Pasadena, Cal. The widow of George S. Haskell, pioneer seedsman of Rockford, III., died in Europe last October. W. B. Hayt, formerly with the Cleve- land Seed Company, is now with the Jerome B. Rice Seed Company. W. Atlbe Bdrpeb is the first name on the new list of directors of the Associa- tion of American Advertisers. Onion set prices are easier, yellows $1.40 to $1 50, whites and reds $1.75 to $1.85 per bushel in good sized lots. Albx. Rodgbrs, of Chicago, has the sympathy of the trade in the loss of his •wife. Her death occurred last week. She had been in the hospital for some weeks. The Israel Seeded String Co., of Wichita, Kans , is placing on the market a seed planting device in which seeds are wrapped in a long string of tissue paper for planting in the home garden. VisiTBD Chicago: Wm. Ewing, Mon- treal, Can.; D. I. Bushnell, St. Louis; Herbert A. Clark, Milford, Conn., Frank C. Woodbury, Orange, Conn., en route to the canntrs' convention at Milwaukee. Dutch bulb prices, compared with last year, are reported as likely to run as fol- lows: Hyacinths cheaper; Von Sion nar - cissi about the same, others lower; tulips, forcing sorts, ten to fifteen per cent higher, red highest. Quite a number of seedsmen have attended the meeting of the Canners' Association at Milwaukee this week. W. R. Roach, representing Jerome B. Rice&Co., of Cambridge, N. Y., was a prominent figure in the affairs of the meeting. The executive committee of the Ameri- can Saed Trade Association will meet in Chicago to-day (Saturday), Albert McCulIough, chairman, W. S. Gilbreath, Chicago; S. F. Willard, Wethersiield, Conn.; Mel. L. Webster, Independence, la.; H. W. Johnson, I'hiladelphia; M. S. Griffith, Baltimore. Philadelphia. ASH WEDNESDAY COMBS AFTER A WEEK OF UNUSUAL ACTIVITY.— SPLENDID STOCK IN MOST LINES — LIBEBTIBS ARE HABDTO GET.— BULBOUS STOCK VERY PLENTI- FUL.—GREENS TAKEN AT SIGHT.— MANY BLOOMING PLANTS. The season has wound up with a sort of a rush, there having been a good demand for all kinds ol flowers and a particular scramble for Beauties. A great many social functions werecrowded into the week before Lent, but with a litt'e pushing they were all handled in a creditable manner, at least as far as the floral part was concerned. Everything seems now to be at its best. Bridesmaids and Brides being particularly fine. Seldom have we seen better Bridesmaids than the extras or double extras, as they are called, that are now to be seen in some of the stores. There are some fine Liberties, but the Scott greenhouses are a bit shy just now, as it is grafting time with them and the buds have to sufler, or rather the fellows who want them must, so that next year's supply may be obtained. Carnations are also at their finest, all the principal kinds being in good supply and of a grade that a few years ago would have been prize winners at the shows. Violets seem to move fairly well, although the supply is quite large. Lily of the valley is crowding in pretty fast and some of it gets a little soft, or at least the price does, before it is moved. Boulbous stoek is, or has been, a little too plentiful, tulips and narcissi beinp sent in the last week as if there was no future for them. Some good freesias have been seen and have met with a ready sale. There has been a great scarcity of greens. It seems as if there are always enough buyers about the commission houses to use up a box of green as soon as it is opened. Adiantum is particularly scarce. With such a demand as has been shown this winter growers should certainly plant more of this stock. Perhaps Brother Elliott, of Boston, might be persuaded to open a branch here. He would find no market here to send it to and would have to carry it around from store to store, in the slow old Philadelphia way, just as he did when he was here some twenty years- ago. Great quantities of blooming plants are now coming in and all ia first-class- shape. Harris has rhododendrons flow- ered very well, also genistas and azaleas. All bulbous stock is also sent in pans and these, with Primula obconica and cinera- rias about make up the assortment. Daniel Long, with his plant ulsters, was in town last week. These quick coverings look like a very good thing and' should be given a trial, at least, by all decorators. Myers & Samtman are about to erect a large addition to their plant, which will, increase its capacity about fifty per cent.^ K. Minneapolis. TRADE NOT ACTIVE BUT ROSES MUCBD SHORT OF THE DEMAND. — VIOLETS ALSO SHORTENING UP. Trade has been rather quiet the last seven days, fxcf pt for a few decorations and funerals, the call being mostly for light colored flowers. Thereis an unpre- cedented scarcity of tea roses and it seems impossible to secure them, while carnations are in ample supply. Romans, dafiodils and tulips are plentiful, with & fair demand. Violets have shortened up and the present outlook is for a shortage for Valentine's day, which causes much' demand for them. C. F. R. Special Offer Sweet Peas LARGE America, cardinal and white. Black Knight, deep maroon. Blushing Beauty, pink. Bridi:\ pure white. Coquette, yellow and lavender. Countess oC Radnor, lavendiT. Dorothy Tennant, rosy miuve. Duke of Sutherland, marjon. Golden Gate, lavender. -FLOWERIfVG VARIETIES AT 30o. PER POUND. (By mail 8 cents per pound udditioDal.) Emil}' Henderson, white. Primrose, primrose yellow. Extra Early Blanche Ferry, rose Prince of Wales, liplit pink. and white. Priooe Edward of York, scarlet. Johnson >i Jt J< Prices on Application. GRAPE VINES Cnrrantt, Gooaeberrlca, Dlack- ^ Ix'rrlr*, IlnsplirrrlrH, StraM'- l>rrrt«B. Prlco I,lNt FUKK. ^^p^(l 3o atainr) for lllimtrftieil do«crl[it,lT« r ftUlog. T. S. HUBBARD CO. Fredonia, N. Y. jgo2. The American Florist. 91 Kennicott Bros. Co. WHOLESALE COMMISSION FLORISTS FLORISTS' SUPPLIES, AND DEALERS IN ALL KINDS OF w E are supplying all comers for roses, even in the times of greatest scarcity in the rose market. Qualities are excellent. Carnations were never better. Whatever you want, you can get it here. Specialties : Klehms' Novelty Tulip and Lily of the Val- ley from home grown pips, the biggest valley ever grown. 42-44 Randolph St., CHIC160. The Mrs. E. A. Nelson Bids fair to become the COMMERCIAL STANDARD pink carnation. It is a healthy grower, a free and continuous bloomer and it is sure to ihrive wherever grown. The following 1 3tter from Messrs. Robert Craig & Son speaks for itself: Philadelphia, Pa., Jan. 6tli, 1902. ' S. S. SKn3EL9KT. Dear Sir: — We are much pleased with the "Mrs. Nelson*' Carnation, of which you sent us plants for trial last spring; it has a fine constitution and is an abundant bloomer. The blooms are of good size and the color very des rabl'^. It has goad, long, stiff stems. 'We think it will be « standard variety. Yours truly, ROBERT CBilG & SON. Per Dozen, $2 50; 25, $3.50; 50, $6.00; 100, $10; 1000, $80. 250 go at 1,000 rate. Send for descriptive circular. VAUGHAN'S SEED STORE, New York and Chicago. H. F. MICHELL, Philadelphia. H. A. DREER, Philadelphia. ROBERT CRAIG & SON, Philadelphia. E. G. HILL CO., Riclimond, Ind. A. N. PIERSON, Cromwell, C^nn. J. D. THOMPSON CARNATION CO., Joliet, 111. ALBERT M. HERR, Lancaster, Pa. CINCINNATI CUT FLOWER CO., Cincinnati, Ohio. WM. F. KASTING, Buffalo, N. Y. C. A. KUEHN, St. Louis, Mo. S. A. BAUR, Erie, Pa. J. GAMMAGE & SONS, London, Ontario, Agents for Canada. S. S SKIDELSKY. E. A. NELSON, 708 N. 16th Street, PHILADELPHIA, PA. 3503 N. Senate Ave., INDIANAPOLIS, IND. ^arnation Cutfings... Well rooted, from clean, healthy stock, cool grown. ROOSEVELT PROSPERITY NORWAY Per 100 1 i}5.00 5.00 4 50 erlOOO $50.00 49.00 40.00 LAWSOX 4 OO 35 00 LORNA EGYPT 3.50 3.00 3).O0 25 00 MORNING GLORY 2.51 20.00 CRANE Per ICO Per 1000 GENEVIEVE LORD.... WHITE CLOUD 1.50 12.50 1.50 13 5D TRIUMPH 1 50 12 50 MME. CHAPMAN I 25 1000 FLORA HILL PERU 1.25 10.00 125 10.03 WE SOLICir YOUR O.tDERS AND WILL GUtRANFEE SATISFACTION. GRAND RAPIDS VIOLET CO., Grand Rapids, Mich. Successful Growers ^ Know that they can dispose of all their Surplus Stock by advertising in the American Florist. TRY IT NOW.^ji CARNATION CUTTINGS. We are in a position to sop- ply strictly clean, healthy, well rooted Carnation Cuttings. All the novelties and standard sorts. Whatever your wants, let us quote prices before you place an order. We can inter- est you. Also on ROSES and Violet Plants LADY CAMPBELL violets, sand rooted cuttings, $8 per 1000. SW4NLEY WHITE violets, sand rooted cuttings, $J0 per JCOO. LADY CAMPBELL plants from 2-in. pots, $25 per ) OOO. SWANLEY WHITE plants from 2-in. pots, $30 per 1000. Remember that when it comes to Wire Work we can discount any list you ever saw, our own included. Write. KENNICOTT BROS. GO. WHOLESALE COMMISSION FLORISTS. 42-44 Randolph St , Chicago, NEWCARNSTIONS Doz. 100 1000 CRESSBROOK $1.50 $10.00 $75.00 MRS. E. A NELSON 2.00 10 00 80.00 FAIR MAID 2.0J 10.00 75.00 GAIETY 1.50 10.00 75.00 J. H.M*NLEY 2.00 12.00 100.00 HARRY FENN 2.00 1200 100.00 VIOLA ALLEN 200 12.00 ICO 00 NORWAY 600 50.00 FLORIANA 6.00 50.CO Chrysanthemums. We oflFer all of the new varieties of 1902; also the De«t of 1901. A large number of last year's nov- elties and leading standard varieties ready now, from 2!^-inch pots. Send for List. Correspondence solicited. H. WEBEB, & SONS, OAKLAND, MD. ^^^^^. . ^ THE COMMER. twTkl I k cut SCARLET P^^ I P^l I P CARNATION. ^■%# I ^BMlhilH Reports are good. You should stock up on this variety. March and April delivery, $3.'j0 per lOi ; $50.00 per luCO. "wivi. ivnjier»H['K', STATION F. CINCINNATI, O. 92 The American Florist. Feb. 15^ Our pasTiMEs. Announcements of coming contests or other events of interest to our bowLing, shootHig and OToling readers are solicited and will be given place in this column. Address all correspondence for this department to Wm. J. Stewart, 79 Milk St., Boston, Mass.; Robt. Kift, 1725 Chestnut St., Philadelphia, Pa.; or to the American Florist Co., 324 Dearborn St., Cbioago, 111. Plans are being made for a bowling contest at the carnation meeting. At Flalbush. At the bowling alleys on Thursday evening, February 6, the following scores were perpetrated: K. Dailleouze. .157 1.59 H. Dailledouze.146 138 Riley )58 1.53 Schmulz Ill 145 P. Daillpdouze.122 167 Wocker 115 107 C. Zeller 94 125 A. Zeller 144 18? Raynor 108 155 Stewart 85 95 At Djnver. The following is the latest record made on Denver alleys: Player. Ist 2d 3d Av A. E.Mauff Ill 16.1 220 175 N. A. Benson 169 143 20S 173 C. Mauff 174 173 145 164 John Berry 176 128 144 149 Robert Kurth 179 126 125 143 J.A.Valentine 108 lf6 149 138 Chas. Theiss 113 1,53 131 132 Emil Glauber 90 127 132 113 J-B. At New York. The old regulars are getting down to work again, as the appended scores will show, and Asheville looms op only six months away. Plaver Ist 2d 3d Thielmann 189 164 209 Burns 149 1S6 146 Traendly 181 153 175 Siebreoht 15) 173 165 Roehrs 173 172 135 Hatner 149 13? 163 Butterfleld 143 148 193 At Jamestown, N. Y. The following scores were made by the employes of the Lakeview Rose Gardens at their weekly roll, February 6: CARNATION GROTVERB. Player 1st 2d 3d 4th T'l James L5 don 120 76 148 144 488 Wm. lii'nnett 81 59 73 60 273 J. Eidens 80 94 122 U9 426 A. bcott 170 86 121 128 512 J.Keley 129 143 128 135 533 Total 589 458 692 694 2233 ROSB SBOWERe. Player 1st 2d 3d 4th T'l Wm. Coyne 132 123 148 153 .554 M. McCue 128 131 123 165 537 Ed. Bojer 100 96 1S3 117 436 Jas. B'ooks 103 128 132 146 619 C. Qunton 121 130 103 108 462 Total 584 608 627 679 2498 A. S. At Philadelphia. For the first time in three years a team representing the Florist's Bowling Club has been defeated in this city. This humiliation was at the hands of the ten-man team of the Century Wheel- men. The match was played on the Tuxedo alleys, at Fortieth and Lancas- ter avenue. These are one of the finest sets ot alleys in the country, having just been completed by the Brunswick-Balke people in their best style and are first- class in every respect. All the new alleys now being built are very fast and the surface is kept constantly polished, so that when one gets used to them the pins fall easier than on a flat surface such as is found on our club alleys. However, we do not want to take any glory from the victors, as the}- bowled in great form and had to break a record to win. The teams were divided into squads of five men each. The First Century team put up 1067 in the first game, which for five men comes pretty near to being the record for the country. Who has heard of a higher game? It is the record for this city, at any rate, and there was a hilarious time when it was made. The Florists' first team was only able to make 875. This looked like a big lead and as the second squad was also defeated by twenty-eight points it seemed a sure thing for the Centurians. This proved to be the case, for while the Florists rolled a great up hill game, win- ning the two remaining games, which would have given them the match had it been games instead of total pins, they had to be content with the knowledge that they had taken part in agreatgame and with the hope oi turning the tables the next time they get the chance. Starkey covered himself with glory, having the honor of being high man, with a total of 605. His games were 204, 200 and 201. This is a great ten-pin record, to be made under pressure. The score follows: Florists. 1st 2d 3d Tl Mosi 159 208 2-;a 585 Mooiiev 141 202 131 474 Dunham 175 lii9 222 156 Hassard 213 194 195 6"2 .Johnson 187 184 \1i 543 Team total 875 94S 940 2760 Century 1037 846 925 2828 Florists. Ist 2d 3d T'l Allen 1.54 183 184 501 Connor 203 114 lf8 485 Starkey 204 200 201 605 Rofiers' \iX 153 176 4.50 N.Moore 160 139 149 448 Team total 842 769 878 2483 Century 870 846 805 i515 Last Wednesday was a gala night on the club alleys, there being a handicap tournament open to members ot the bowling club. The prize won at the last Academy tournament was turned into a number of smaller trophies, which brought out the devotees in great num- bers. There was considerable talk about the handicap, many bowlers thinking they should have had more, but it was found that the committee had done its work fairly. Johnson was at scratch with 174 and all handicaps were based upon this less twenty per cent. Follow- ing are the scores: Player Score H'd'p. T'l. CraiR 198 22 220 Turney 173 3) 203 Sweet.' 176 22 198 Hallowell, W 176 23 193 Falck 161 3) 194 Allen 180 12 193 Hanna 144 45 18ii Watson 169 19 188 Kift 172 12 U4 Cox 147 35 182 .Johnson 181 scratch 181 Dunlap 166 31 180 Dunham 175 5 180 Archrr 166 13 179 Moore 170 8 178 Moss 169 8 177 Baxter 131 47 168 Connor 164 12 166 Politcs 149 18 165 Adelberger 14i 18 163 Honsall". 145 17 163 Holme* i;i5 2J 1.55 We.stcott 139 14 l."i3 Rust i;!5 18 1.-.3 Mooney 148 3 151 lirowh 116 :j5 15 1 Leayer r37 23 l.-iO Gdl 133 34 117 Starr 1:14 12 14B Kuestncr i:!5 10 H.^ Gibsou 1'34 19 11:1 Eiinerman 1'36 10 143 Koeiii!,- 81 .50 131 George Craig won the first prize, a silk umbrella; Wm. Turney second prize, a pair of solid gold link sleeve buttons; W. M. Sweet, third, a decanter and sit of glassfs; W. Hallowell, fourth, a hand- somely decorated vase; Wm. Falck, fifth, a silver plated pocket knife; D Allen, sixth, handsome stein; M. Hanna, seventh, majolica vase; G. C. Watson, eighth, a smoking set. K. At Chicago. The following is the score made by the Chicago bowlers on the evening of Tues- day, February 11: Wholesalers 1st 2d 3d T'l Jos. Focrster 141 178 148 465- L. Coatsworth 132 144 130 406- John Sterrett 138 148 113 399' E. F. Winterson 193 134 113 440 Total 604 604 502 1710 Growers 1st 2d 3d T'l Geo. StoUery 191 191 161 516 F. Matte 137 164 126 417 Chas Hughes 163 158 131 45J * red. StoUery 169 193 151 512 Total 663 695 669 1927 All Stars 1st 2d 3d T'l G L Grunt Iv7 1:5 137 409 Wa ter Kreitling 139 112 95 346 Chas. Hunt 131 102 153 379 G o. H. Peiser 144 93 14 1 :!76 C. W. Seott 16! 15J 1.50 463: Total 698 611 6(5 1972 Retailers 1st 2d Pd T'l P. J. Hauswirth 181 178 163 521 J. Heubner 1.53 149 149 451 John Lambros 13J 186 137 ^56 Ed. Hauswirth 125 162 17J 457 Geo. Asmus 234 169 245 638 Total 815 814 864 2523. On Thursday evening, February 13, a team from the Chicago Florists' Bowl- ing Club went to La Grange upon invi- tation to play three games with the FerndaUs, a team composed of those connected with Vanghan's greenhouses at Western Springs. Following is the score: ferndale. I'laver 1st 2cl :^d T'l Daly 201 143 214 .547 Kauini 166 161 115 442 Wilson 161 145 111 407 Ambrose 168 180 151 499 Matdal 185 15J 188 523 Total 871 778 769 2418- CHICAGO. Player 1st 2d 3d T'l .lop. Foerater 203 118 186 507 P. J. llauswirlh Wl 136 185 488 K, F. Winterson 176 190 180 .548 Chas. Bslluir 170 211 164 .545- Geo. .\smus 199 193 166 .560 Total 890 850 8812021. Erib, Pa.— John Y. Laver reports a very prosperous season. He has a city store at 705 State street and has a range 100x125 known as the Lakeside Green- houses on East Sixth street. Send to THE MOON Compcmy For ( Trees, Shrubs, Vine* Your) and Small Fruits. Descriptive Illustrated Catalopue Free. THE WM. H. MOON CO. Morrisvllle, Pa- i AMERICAN FLORIST ADS ALWAYS DO BLSINESS Week dtiys and every ilay, (5 Sundays Hud ht)lid»,\s, tj ALL OVER THE COUNTRY^ I AT HOME AND ABROAD. igo2. The American Florist. 93 The Kansas City Flower Show Of 1 90 1 was the greatest success ever known in Flower Show history. The Kansas City Flower Show was built in less than 60 days, in the face of statements of people posted in flower shows that it would take two years to build it. The Kansas City Flower Show broke every record in every way. It kept every promise, it offered the biggest premiums, it paid every award dollar for dollar, and it paid them all the day the show closed. It had paid admission of over 52,000. It gave every visitor more than his money's worth. It didn't have a protest filed. The exhibitors who were here in J 90 J all voluntarily promised to be here in 1902. THERE'S MONEY IN IT Go For It!! Uncle John Thorpe, who was in a greater measure than any other man responsible for the success of the Show last year, will be the Superintendent in J 902. F. J. Taggart, a member of the Board of Directors of Convention Hall, who was Director General last year, will be **D. G." this year. A thousand promi- nent business men who backed this show with their time, money and influence last year, will push it along this year. The dates of the Flower Show this year will be Nov. 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8. The 1902 premiums will be bigger — the show will be bigger and better — the interest deeper. Schedule in a short time. F. J. TAGGART, Director General. JOHN THORPE, Superintendent. THERE'S GLORY IN IT Grow For it!! 94 The American Florist. Feb. 15, Toronto. GOOD SHOWING OF CARNATIONS AT BBAMP- TON. — MANY VISITORS. — TRADE SHOWS A GAIN. — GOOD STOCK MOVING WELL. — NOTES OF VARYING INTEREST. At the carnation meeting of the Cana- dian Horticoltural Society, held at the Dale Estate, Brampton, it was demon- strated that this section is surely getting to be a carnation center. The attend- ance was beyond expectations and the Stock shown was a credit to the exhib- itors. Many of last season's new varie- ties were shown with the standard sorts and a few Canadian seedlings. Some of the best varieties were Prosperity, Lorna, Lawson, Marquis, Queen Louise, Rooievelt, Norway, Glacier and Morning dory. After the growers had commented on the good qualities of their favorite varieties, a visit was paid to the adjoin- ing greenhouses. The sell feeding boilers were inspected and everythingwas found in excellent condition. Afterleaving there visits were paid to the Wm. Fendley and R. Jennings establishments and stock was found to be looking exceedingly well. Through the courtesy of the Dale Estate and Wm. Fendley luncheon and tea were served all the visitors at the Brampton Hotel. Visitors were: Jno. H. Dunlop, Walter Muston, Geo. Mills, Wm. Jay, Sr., Jas. Goodier, Toronto; Wm. Gammage, London; Jno. Wells, Gait; Thos. Ivey, Brantford; J. Gilchrist, Guelph; M. Her, Berlin, and others. A decided improvement has been noted the past week. American B;auties are a little more plentiful, and although the supply of teas is fair the increased demand keeps them at a premium. Liberty and Morgan are very scarce. Carnations continue in good supply. Dunlop showed a good vase of Prosperity on Saturday, which sold readily at $1.50 per dozen, a high price with us at this season. This variety has been adjudged unprofitable by the growers in this vicinity, large plants and no flowers. Bulbous stock is plentiful and moving well, but greens are very scarce. Orchids have again made their _ appearance. Cattleya Triana;, cymbidiums, oncidiums and some other salable varieties are being cut byManton Brothers. The coal question is causing consider- able anxiety to large growers who did not lay in their winter's supply. Green- house coal is not to be had and the price on the better grades is soaring skyward. Canada is likely to be well represented at Indianapolis, although more would go could stopover be obtained on the cheap rate. H. G. D. Champaign, III. The Illinois Central Railroad is build- ing three greenhouses here, each 21x100, for plant growing, the purpose being to beautify the station grounds along the line. The greenhouses will be in charge of J. Porte, chief gardener of the system, and there will be a good sized nursery lor hardy plants. The company appro- priated $5,000 to start the work and from $50 to $150 will be spent at each station next spring. It is the experience of the cjmpany that, on other divisions of the road, as soon as the station grounds were nicely planted the adjacent property owners soon followed suit and trains were soon paising through most attractive surrounding!. CARNATION CUTTINGS WELL ROOTED, HEILTHY STOCK, READY NOW. Per 100 PPr UOJ HiaiNBOTH\M 113.03 $lDJ.i.O MRS. POTTER PALMER 13 00 lOlOO PROSPBRirY 4,00 3000 NORWAY 600 40.00 IRBNB 3.00 ai.O) LAWSON 300 25.00 BON HOMME RICHARD 3 00 25.00 H003IBRMAIO 3ro 25.00 CRANE 135 10.00 THE MARQUIS 1.25 lO.CO QBNEVieva LORD 125 10.00 ARQYLE 100 750 GUARDIAN ANQEL 125 10.00 Per 100 Per 1000 PRANCES JOOST t 1.00 CERISE QUEEN 1.00 ETHEL CROCKER 1.25 TRIUMPH 1.33 FLORA HILL 1.25 WHITE CLOUD 1.25 PERU l.CO AMERICA 1.50 MRS. L. INB 1.50 MRS. BRADT 1.75 ARMAZINDV 1.25 MORNINI QLORV 1.75 E V ANSTON 1.00 t 7. BO 7.50 10.00 10.00 10.00 10.00 7.50 12.50 12.50 15.00 10.00 15 00 7.50 i^osE> p»i^A.ivars. 3W-in. pots. Per IfO Per 1000 I 2^-iD. pots. Per 100 Per 1000 BRIDESMAID $3.00 125.00 I PERLE S3.00 $26.00 BRIDB 3.no 2i.00 i QOLDEN QATB 3.00 25.00 KAISERIN 3.00 25.03 | METBOR 3.00 25.00 ROOTED ROSE CUTTINGS. Per lOD Per ICOD BRIDESMAID $1.50 $1?.60 BRIOB 1.50 13.60 METEOR 1.60 13.50 Per ICO Per ICOO UOLDENGATE $1.50 PERLE 1.50 $12.60 12.50 All Plants and Rooted Cuttings sold under express conditions that if not satisfactory when received they are to bs returned immedi- ately, when money will be refunded. "Write for prloes 013. l^re© cj.»j.^«:it:itl^s. PeterReinberg,51 Wabash Ave.,Cliicago "If you are still looking Tor a PROFITABLE" HIGH GRADE White Carnation Don't fail to call and see, or investigate the Gov. Wolcott. Orders booked now will be filled in strict rota- tion, commencing Jan. 1st, 1902, and as fast thereafter as siock is ready. Rooted Cuttings from sand, 810 per lOO; 840 per 500; 883 per 1000. Send P. O. Money Orders on Norwood, Mass. Peter Fisher, Ellis, Mass. PffinK^ mention the A tnenrnn Plnt-ist when Tvriitnz- Oci.ima.t:ions.. • ROOTED CUTTINGS. Per 100 Per 1000 QUEEN LOUISE fS.OO J40.00 LORNA 5.00 40 00 G.H.CRANE 2 00 12.50 MORNING GLORY 2 00 15.00 ROOSEVELT 6 00 ETHEL CROCKER 1.50 12.50 GENEVIEVE LORD 1.50 12 50 DOROTHY 5.00 40.00 PROSPERITY 6.00 50.00 MRS. E. A. NELSON 10.00 80.00 CRESSBROOK lO.oo 75.00 My stock is in the best of condition. Estimatps piven on large orders. Albert M. Herr, Lancaster, Pa. A NEW WHITE Well Rooted and Healthy. Per 100 Per 1000 PROSPERITY, white overlaid with pink f6.C0 |50.C0 GOV. ROOSEVELT, crimson... 6.00 50.00 QUEEN LOUISE, white 4.00 40.00 bON HOMME RICHARD, white 4.00 30 CO IRENE, pink 4 00 30 00 TRIUMPH, pink 2 CO 15 00 WHITE CLOUD, white 2.00 15.00 THOS. W. LAWSON, pink 4. no 35 00 MARQUIS, pink 2 50 20.00 G. H CR\NE, scarlet 2 00 15.00 AMERICA, scarlet 200 1500 MRS. BRADT, variegated 2 50 20 00 GUARDIAN ANGEL 1.75 15.00 MICHAEL WINANDY, DEVON AVE. AND NORTH ROBEY. CHICAGO. SYLVIA Norfolk, Va. — Among the suflerers by the great fire of January .31, was Lloyd xjoarioK^® oi^ loos. Per lOo looo aOV. WOLCOTT, (Fisher), white $io $80 E^Q^JIRER, (Witterstaetter), light pink 12 100 MR5. E. A. NELSON, (Nelson), glistening pink, $3.50 per dozen 10 80 J. H.MANLEV, (Cottage Oar.), orange scarlet 12 100 Per 100 Per lOOO PROSPERITY, variegated $6.00 $50.00 MRS. Q. n. BRADT, variegated 300 25.00 NORWAY, white 6.00 50.00 LORNA, white 5.00 40.00 WHITE CLOUD, white 3 00 15.00 MRS. T. W. LAWSON, pink 4.50 40.00 MRS. FRANCES JOOST, pink 2.00 12.50 IRENE, pink 5.00 40.00 Per 100 1000 H. FENN, (CoUage Gardens), crimson $12 $100 VIOLA ALLEN, (Cottage Gar.), variegated. .12 100 VIOLANIA, (Cottage Gardens), variegated la CRESSBROOK, (Warburton), bright pink 10 80 GAIETY, (Hill;, variegated 10 75 Per 100 Per looo nORNING GLORY, light pink $3.00 $25.00 riARQUIS, light pink 3.00 25.00 MERHAID, light pink 3.00 25.00 GOV. ROOSEVELT, crimson 6.00 50.00 GEN. MACEO, crimson 2.00 15.00 ESTELLE, scarlet 6.00 50.00 G. H. CRANE, scarlet 2.50 20 00 GOLDEN BEAUTY, yellow 8.00 75.00 ELDORADO, yellow a.50 20.00 All of our cuttings are well rooted and free from disease. Let us fieure on your wants. Discounts on large quantities. BLOOMS SHIPPED FROM GREENHOUSES TO ALL POINTS ON SHORT NOTICE. SEND IN YOUR ORDERS. Upon application, we will mail our catalogue. J. D. THOMPSON CARNATION CO. WINNER OF THE PRESIDENT McKlNLEY PRIZE at the Kansas City Show. Dorothy (First on introduction of J90I at Kansas City), is certainly proving our claim for it as a producer, and consequently a money maker for the grower. It commands the highest price. Our stock is large and in grand shape. No order is too large or too small for us to fill. $5.00 per 100; $40.00 per 1000. Write for prices on rooted cuttings of Norway, White Cloud, Hoosier Maid, Lawson, Crane, America, Genevieve Lord and Marquis. Also T. Eaton and Fitzwygram Chrysanthemums. Carnation ^ E. T. Grave, Richmond, Ind California Carnations. Our cuttings are rooted without fire heat and are strong, hardy and well rooted. They are so far superior in every way to cuttings rooted by fire heat that they should not be mentioned in the same connection. We guarantee safe arrival and satisfaction. Per 100 Per ICOO QUEEN LOOISE, white $4.C0 $30.00 MERMAID, fine salmon pink 3 00 SCOO G. H. CRANE, scarlet 1.60 12.10 MRS. P. JOOST, fine pink... 1.(0 8 00 Giant of California Pansy Plants, 50c per IfO; $2.50 per 1,(00. Giant cf California, transplanted plants, $5 per ICOC— 100 sent at 1000 rates. TERMS CASH WITH ORDER. THE LOOMIS FLORAL CO., LOOWHS, CaLIFOBMIA ▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼ WV^vJ ELECTROS... 4. ^ for Catalogue Purposes. WE have a large assortment of strictly high-class halftones of which we can supply electros suitable for catalogue illustration. If you need anything in this way, state youT re- quirements and we will submit f roofs of the illustrations in stock Price for cash only 15 cents per square Inch. THE AMERICAN FLORIST CO.* 324 Dearborn St.. CHICAGO. Carnation Queen Louise. Per 100 PROSPERITY $6.00 MRS. THOS. LAWSON 4.00 GOV. ROOSEVELT 6 00 HOOSIER MAID 4.00 IRENE. 4.00 NORWAY 4.00 EGYPT 4.00 MRS. BERTRVM LIPPINCOTT.. 3.00 MORNING GLORY 2.00 MARQUIS 2.S0 MRS. G. M. BRADT 3.00 CHICAGO 3.00 MACEO 2.00 BDTTEECDP 4.00 ^% I I ■ Perfectly Healthy. ■ ■■■■A|M jy^Cropagated From uuiiingSK&v. The Best White Commercial Carnation, $5 00 per Hundred; $40.00 per Thousand. it 1000 Per 100 Per 1000 $50.00 GOMEZ $2.00 35.00 CROCKER 1 Rfl «I!>Rfi 60.00 GENEVIEVE LORD 1.50 12.50 G. H. CRANE 2.00 15.00 VICTOR 2.00 WM. SCOTT 1.50 12.50 DAYBREAK 150 12 50 25.00 ELDORADO 1.60 12 50 15.00 JDBILEE 150 12 50 20.00 FLORA HILL 1.50 12 50 TRIUMPH 1.50 12.60 PORTIA 1.50 12.50 WHITE CLOUD 1 1.50 12.50 J. L. DILLON, Bloomsburg, Fa. New Scarlet 440Dlfll F'* Carnation Vrl%lVrL^L. Sure to become the Standard Scarlet Carnation for florists to grow. The freest and earliest scarlet in cultivation; is always in bloom and a healthy grower. Orders booked now for February delivery. Price $1.50 per dozen; $10.00 per 100 ; $75.00 per 1000. AWARDED GOLD MEDAL AT THE PAN-AMERICAN EXPOSITION. John B. Goetz, Saginaw, ^".! Mich. -96 The American Florist. Feb. 15, C'eveland. -CLUB HOLDS AN INTERESTING SESSION. — RODTES AND RATES DISCUSSED. — PARTY FOR INDIANAPOLIS. — TRAVELER DIS- COURSES ON LILY OF THE VALLEY. — A TRIO OF CRAFTSMEN GO AVISITING. The regular meeting of the Florists' Club held Monday eveQing,]Februar}' 10, was very well attended. The club had as its guests Chas. Gibson, general ticket agent for the Lake Shore and Big Four railways, and Jas. McHutchinson, of -New York At the request of the club the former gentleman gave information as to the routes and rates for those intending to attend the carnation con- vention. As the majority wish to take in various points ot interest along the route, such as Cincinnati, Richmond and -New Castle, it was deemed advisable to recommend the purchase of a milage ticket, as no stop-over is allowed on the regular iare and one-third ticket. The party, which will number, in all proba- bility, about twelve, will leave Cleveland from the Union depot, Sunday evening at 7 p. m., arriving at Cincinnati next morning. Mr. McHutchinson gave a very intesesting talk on lily of the valley culture in this country and in Europe. In Australia, where the gentleman hails from, it is impossible to get valley to fiower wiih any degree of success, owing to the intense heat. Even indoors, where conditions are made as favorable as possible it is found impossible to flower it successfully. Herman Hart and G. W. "Smith had each a vase of carnations on exhibition. Hart's was a mixed vase of standard varieties, and Smith showed his pet seedling. Each vase was fine. Fred Aul was present for the first time since his recent illness and received a hearty welcome. Beno Hart leaves the hospital this week after being confined therein for almost nine weeks. He is regaining health and strength steadily, • and hopes he will soon be able to attend the meetings. The writer, accompanied by Herman Hart and Adam Graham, paid a visit recently to Mentor and Painesville to look up the suburban members of the cratt. A call was made on Carl Hagenbnrger, who was absent, doing a decoration in Painesville. A great variety of geraniums and carnations are grown here, prin- cipally for the wholesale shipping trade. The new range of modern, iron gutter houses Mr. Hagenburger is going to erect this spring will be devoted to carnations. John Merkel's place was the next one to receive a call and the genial proprietor was found busy at the potting bench. A look through the houses discloses every- thing in fine shape. A large batch of Crim- son Ramblers were as fine as anything we had ever seen and just about right for Easter. Two houses of Brides and Brides- maids are showing up well, also a batch of cyclamens, which would be hard to beat, in 6-inch pots. Rubbers and palms galore were to be seen. Mr. Merkel also grows a great many carnation cuttings for shipping trade. His seedling carnation, No. 16, is looking fine. It is a well shaped pink flower, about the shade o( Joost, and measures three to three and one-half inches in diameter. The only drawback is a rather weak stem for such a heavy flower. If this is overcome it will prove a valuable acquisition. Our next visit was to the nurseries of the Storrs & Harrison Company, but as it would take up too much space to enumerate all the interesting things we saw there, this must be reserved for a ■future edition. Echo. Carnations. ROOTED CUTTINGS. Ail the very best stock, healthy and well rooted. Early orders will be furnished from sand: later orders from cuttings transplanted into flats at &ume rate. Stock marked * now ready in flats. General Maceo Mrs. F. Joost White Cloud Wm. Scott CO Flora Hill SE America ^"^ Daybreak ^^ Kthel Crocker rv G. H. Crane ^ Triumph Guardian An^el QC ♦Genevieve Lord C3 * Marquis L^ Mrs. G. M. Bradt , Chicago ^Z Gold Nugpet SS *Morning Glory ^^ Irene ^^ Lorna "^ *Mrs. T. W. Lawson ^^ *Queen Louise ^^ ♦NORWAY, Best white ^ ♦Prosperity -^ Governor Roosevelt -^ ♦ESTELLE, Grand scarlet Dorothy ^"^ Cressbrook gg Enquirer ■ ■ f Mrs. Potter Palmer ^^ Mrs. Higinbotham Mrs. E. A. Nelson We havB the finest stock of ESTELLE and NORWAY in the Country and can supply in large quantities. CANNAS. strong, Dormant, Two Eyed Roots. Per 100 Per 1000 AUemania $3 00 J25.00 Burbank 3.0O 25 00 Exp. Crampbell 3.00 25.00 Florence Vaughan 4.00 35.00 Mile. Berat 3.00 2500 Paul Marquant 3.00 2.5.00 Pres. Carnot 2.50 20.00 Mixed all colors 1.75 10.00 Largest stock in United States of other choice cannas true to name. Write for prices. VAUGHAN'S SEED STORE, NEW YORK: CHICAGO: 14 Barclay St. 84-86 RandoiDh 8t. Greenhouses. Western Springs, III. The Coming Scarlet Carnation, Challenger, Absolutely the best and most free flowering Scarlet Carnation ever introduced, large size, splendid color, never bursts, (lowers early and all the time. Certificate R. I. Florists' Club; R. I. Hort. Society. Price for strong well rooted cuttings ready now, dozen, $2.00; twenty-five, $3; 50, $5; JOO, $J0; JOOO, $75. William Hoffman, Florist, Pawlucket. R. I. CARNATIONS Rooted Cuttings of all the new 1902 and best standard varieties. Send for price list. WILLIAM SWAYNE. BOX 226. KENNETT SQUARE, PA. CARNATIONS NOVELTIES FOR 1902. J. H. M AN UEY, SCARLET, HARRY FENN, hahvard crimson, VIOLA ALLEN, varieoated. Send for Descriptive Cataloijiie. THE COTTAGE GARDENS, Queens, N. Y. NEXT WEEK February 22. __ Carnation Number Fully illustrated Complete Report of the Indianapolis Meeting of the Carnation Society A number of especial interest to all growers and handlers of Carnations (and -K'/io isii't interested hi the carnation'.'' ) Send Advertisements Big advs, little advs. All kinds of advs, NOW American Florist Company, 324 Dearborn St., CHICAGO. igo2. The American Florist. 97 ROOTED CUTTINGS of Carnations and Roses. All Clean, Healthy Stock, Grown Cool. CARNATIONS. PINK VARIETIES. Per 100 Per 1000 MRS. LAWSON S4.C0 $3i.00 MARQOIS 3.00 25.00 MORNING GLORY S.OO 2i.i'0 ETHEL CROCKER 2.00 12.60 MRS. F. JOOST l.tO 12.60 WHITE VARIETIES. KORWAY 5.00 40.00 WBITE CLOUD 1.50 12.50 FLORA HILL 1.50 12.50 RED VARIETIES. RED MRS. BRADr 2.F0 20.00 ■G. H. CRANE 2.00 17 50 AMERICA 2.00 15.00 VARIEGATED VARIETIES. PROSPERITY 6.00 50 00 MRS. BRADT 2.60 20.00 MAROON VARIETIES. GEN. MACEO 1.60 12.50 YELLOW VARIETIES. GOLD NUGGET 3.00 25.00 K03ES. BRIDES.BRIDESMAIDS.METEORS 1.60 13.50 PERLES 2.00 16.00 Orders for leas than 25 of one variety charged extra. All plants shipped from Hinsdale. Basseft & Washburn, STORE: OREENHOUSeS: HINSDALE, ILL. 76 WABASH AVE CHICAGO. Per 1000 Ethel Crocker 112.60 White Cloud 12 60 Peru 9.00 Crane 1250 Mrs, Bradt 12.60 Chicago 12.60 America 12.60 Helen Keller 12.60 Mrs. Ine 12 50 Portia 9.00 RootedCiiltin^s;:^, ROSES AND CARNATIONS. Clean stock, well rooted, free from diseases. Satisfaction guaranteed. Per lOOO Mrs. Lawson |3^.00 Egypt 25.00 Hoosier Maid 25.C0 The Marquis 13 60 Genevieve Lord... 12.60 'Guardian Angel. . . 12.60 Frances Joost 12.60 Evanston 12.60 Melba 12.50 Scott 12.60 XZO(SB<9. Per 1000 I Per 1000 Maids $12 50 Golden Gates $12 50 Brides 12.00 | LaFrance 12.60 rose; -^L,A.virc^. Pe- 1000 I Per 1000 Maids $25.00 Golden Gate $25.00 Brides 25.00 I LaFrance 25.00 JOHN BROD, Niles Center, III. CHICAGO OFFICE. S'lS W North Avenue. CARNATIONS Rooted Cuttings. LawsoD, $3 00 per ICO; White Cloud, Flora Hill, John Youog, Armazindy, Daybreak, Ethel Crocker, Genevieve Lord, Gold Nug- IgeX, America, Jubilee, Argyle, Melba and Gen. Gomez, $1.50 pir 100. Altemantheras, Coleus, Double Sweet Alyssom, Ageratum, Fuchsias, 60c per JOO. VINCAS. Abutilon foliage var. trailing, $J 00 per JOO. Hillsdale Floral Park, rc'H%'- GARNATIONS For Summer Blooming, MRS. FISHER now ready, in 2-inch. Also have CEANE, CEOCKEE, JOOST, SCOTT, MAEY WOOD, HOOSIEE MAID and McGOWAN. Write GEO. A. KUHL. PEKIN. ILL. S^'S^^^'SX*) ROOTED CUTTINGS I Per iCO Per lOCO MRS. POTTER PALMER $12.00 $100.00 MES. HIGINBOTHAM 12.00 100.00 PEOSPERITY 5.C0 40.00 QUEEN LOUISE 5.i0 40.00 NORWAY 5 00 40 00 lEENE 40D S.'i.OO MES. LAWSON 3.00 25 00 MARQUIS 1.25 10.00 G.H.CRANE 1.25 10.00 FLORA HILL 1.25 10.00 I^OSE>jS. Per 100 Per 1000 M ETEOE $1.50 $12 60 PEELE 1.50 12.60 BEIDE 1.50 12.60 Per 100 Per 1000 MES. JOOST $1.00 $7.53 WHITE CLOUD 1.25 lO.OO EVANSTON 1.00 7.50 MRS. INE 1.25 lO.OO WM. SCOTT 1.00 7.50 GENEVIEVE LOED 1.26 10.00 ETHELCEOCKER 1.25 10.00 GUAEDIAN ANGEL 1.25 10.00 ARGYLE l.OO 7.50 AMERICA 1.25 lU.OO Per lOO Per 1000 BRIDESMAID $1.50 $12.60 GOLDEN GATE 1.50 12.60 :R0{SE> I»r^.A.:X^aDS from 2y2-in. pots. Per 100 Per lOOO METEOR $300 $ 5 00 PERLE 3.00 2S.0I) BEIDE 300 25.00 Per 100 Per lOOO BRIDESMAID $j.00 $.'5.C0 GOLDEN GATE 3 00 S5.00 KAISERIN - 353 30.00 The above named stock is clean, well rooted and free from disease. GEO. REINBERQ^VErE?" CHICAGO. r D F ^ ^ R D n n K The coming Pmk Carnation ul\L001ll\Ul/lia for everybody io grow. Baltimore, Feb. 21, 19D1, it scored 94 Points, the highest of any seedling. Cressbrook has never shown disease of any kind and is an extra free bloomer. Size ot flowers under ordinary culture, 3 to Z]^ inches. Orders will be delivered in rotation on and after Jan. t, 1902, at the following prices: 12 plants % 1.50 25 plants 3.00 50 plants 5.00 100 plants 10.00 250 plants $25.00 500 plants 37 SO 1000 plants 75.00 C. WARBURTON, FALL RIVER, MASS. Cressbrook may be seen growing at THE E. B. HILL GO'S.. Richmonil. Ind., and at WM. NICHOLSON'S, Fraitiingham. Mass. Well Rooted, Clean Healthy Stock. Per 100 Per 1000 PROSPERITY $a.0O $45.00 NORWAY 5.(10 45.00 LAWSON 400 35.00 CRANE 1.60 11.00 AMERICA 1.50 11.00 Per 100 Per 1000 FLORA HILL $1.60 $11.00 WHITE CLOUD 150 11.00 TRIUMPH 1.60 11.00 SPORT (Guardian Angel) 1.50 11.00 MARQUIS 1.60 11.00 QUEEN LOUISE, $4.60 per 100; $10.00 per 1000. All Rooted Cuttings sold under express conditions that II not satisfactory when received they are to be returned Immediately, when money will be refunded. WIETOR BROS., 'Ay^^ir CHICAQG. Carnation Floriana We believe this to be the best pink carnation introduced to date, was disseminated in the spring of I90I by originators, Messrs. Fillow & Banks. Price, $6.00 per JOO; $50.00 per lOOO. 50 at 1 00 rate, 500 at lOOO rate. Less than 50, 8c each. nitll I CnnilTC DDRO Camatlon and chrysanthemum specialists, UHlLLtUUUIt DnUoi futbush. Brooklyn, n.y, SUCCESSFUL SELLERS Me the successful growers who advertise injtjljt jijt.>tjljt -THE AMERICAN FLORIST. 98 The American Florist. Feb. 15, Dttrolt. CLDB HOLDS A SESSION FOR THE LADIES.— GOOD PARTY FOB CARNATION MEETING. —INVITATION TO BE EXTENTED. — VARI- OUS NOTES. Very little of a businesj nature was transacted at the club meeting last week. It was "ladies' night" and over twenty ot them, and abouttwenty-five membere, braved the cold and met at the club par- lors for the entertainment provided for them. After a short business session, Prof. W. W. Tracy gave a little talk on "Har- mony and Contrast in the Effective Arrangement of Flowers" which was both instructive and interesting to all present, which was followed with rtcitations and a musical programme, with refreshments, which was mnch enjoyed until a late hour. A party of about fifteen will attend the carnation meeting at Indianapolis, leav- ing Detroit via the Wabash at 7:40 a. m., Tuesday, February 18, arriving at Indi- anapolis at 3:30 p. m. the same day. President Rackham will, in the name of the Detroit Florists' Club, extend an invitation to the society to hold its next meeting in this city, and when the voting is going on the Detroit boys will all be on the inside of the hall and thus avert a repetition of the Bufialo incident. A healthy condition of trade is noted among the retailers. Festivities of vari- ous kinds are frequent, which added to the extraordinary amount ot funeral work, easily uses up the supply of all available stock. Roses are at times quite scarce and though violets are fine and quite plentiful the demand for them is very brisk and leaves no surplus. John Carey, of Mt. Clemens, being situated far from Clinton river, is obliged to haul water from that source for his roses, which are showing an improve- ment since he stopped the use of the injuri- ous citv water. James Taylor is about to build a house 20x150 feet for chrysan- themums, using double itrength glass 16x16. J. A. Btiscoe is about to remove his Wildemere Gardens Nursery stock from its present location on the boulevard to Woodward avenue, jast outside the city limits, where an increased acreage will be devoted to his rapidly growing busi- ness. Cbas. A. Kaichen, of the Lake View Floral Co., was married last week. Visitors: Henry Smith and Eli Cross, Grand Rapids; S. S. Skidelsky, Philadel- phia; C. W. Scott, Chicago, J. F. S. Lafayette, Ind.— Herman Roth is mak- ing preparations for extensive improve- ments in his range of glass on North Grant street this spring. Newport, K. I. — Mr. Chadbom, invfntorof the automatic ventilator, and Robert Farquhar, of Boston, were in town this week. Mr. Farquhar's illus- trated lectures given here in the past are highly thought of and an efJort is now being made by the Horticultural Society to have him come here to deliver his lec- ture on Japan and Hawaii. Also Rooted Ciittins-'s. Kosei— Meteors. Hrides, MBids, Ktt'seriQH, Perles, Am. lieHulles, Libcrly, Golden Gat", La Franoi". Belle Siebrccht. We believe in shifting Vounf; Koses. All stock oirpred in 2!4-in vnts has been stiilted from 2- in. and 19 eiiual to most stock advertised as 3-in. and when we tend it out is well established. The above are now ready to (ro out and— as we need room— we will make special prices in quantity. Send us a list ot what you want and we will i.'ni- you our dKures. Seni .$1.00 for samples. Write GEO. A. KUHL. PEKIN. ILL. THE GRANDEST NEW FORCING ROSE Souvenir de Pierre Ming The Best, The finest, The Most Tree Blooming of all Forcing ROSES, color deep yellow; will be distributed for the first time April, 1902 BY THE RAISERS I SOUPERT & NOTTING, ROSE GROWERS. Net pric«, $80.00 per 100; $J.OO each. Write for lithographs. The Three Grandest New Roses PERLE VON GODESBERG °' "" °" "" $4.00 each; 10 for $30.00 FRAl PETER LAMBERT l^^^S^^^T.i WILHELM HARTMANN $30.00 IMPROVED PAPA GONTIER, $1.00 each; 100 for $70.00 All three are the finest forcine and cutting Roses and will give highest satisfaction to growers and retailers. All orders will receive best attention. P. LAMBERT, TRIER, GERMANY. PUase ^tftttion the American Fln-ft^f vrh^n imitme ROOTED CUTTINGS $25.00 PER 1000. This stock is free from spot, thoroughly rootfd and first c ass in every resject. If not sutisructory or just as represented by us you can return same at ont-./, J. A. BUDLONG, 37 and 39 Randolph St.. CHICaOO, ILL. Ain.Beauties Wild Rose A Beautiful Shade of Light Pinl(. A HEALTHF GROWER AN IDBAl. PLANT Contlnuotis Bloomer. S1.50 per 12, SlO per 100 S85 per 1000. The Most Profitable Light Pink Carnation Ever Introduced Walter S. Nichol. Banington, R. I. CARNATIONS ROOTED CUTTINGS. FTIIEL r!RO Ldwson, $I.CO; Mar' anythioi^ we have handled Wo exhibited the roses lo our customers and they were very much admirod. We have no doubt from what we have seen of this Rose that it has a great future in store. Again thanking you for your courtesy in sending them, we remain. Yours very truly, (Signed) J. H. SMALL, Jb. JOHN N. MAY, Summit, N. J. I VODV or WHITE ■ Y \JI^ 1 Golden Gate. The easiest, freest bloomer and most profitable white rose to grow. 20,000 plants out of 2-inch pots. February, March and April delivery. $6.00 PER IOO5 $27.50 PER 500; $50.00 PER 1000. Our Stock of Ivory, or White Golden Gate, Was Purchased from the American Rose Co., of Washington, D. C, last February and March, and is guaranteed to be true stock. If they or their Agents make any statement to the contrary it is an untrutii. W. A. HAMMOND, - ^IS'SilSSb. --. \ I ROOTED CUTTINGS | Roses and Carnations. ALL THE LATEST VARIETIES. "Write for Prloes. I HOLTON & HUNKEL CO., Milwaukee, Wis. I AMERICAN gRUFJf 0 BRIDES Beauty Roses, and bridesmaids First crop now ready. Strong plants from 3J4-in. pots, $6.00 per 100; $50 00 per 1000. Our young plants of American Beauty are pxceptionally fine this year, and we extend a cor- d'al Invitation to intending planters to inspect our stock. Orders booked now for Spring delivery and will be filled in rotation. Please mention the American Florist when writing:. We still have a few thoasanIO PER 1000 GALAX, green or bronze, 75o per 1000. Laurel festooning. 4o, 5o and 6o per yd. Once used, always used for decorating. SPHAGMJM MOSS, etc. CROWL PBRN CO., Telegraph Offloe New Salera, Mass. P. O. MllllngtoD, Mass. HARDY GUT FERNS NO POOR FERNS TO DISPOSE OF, A No. 1 Fancy and Dag^-er Ferns at $1 ia per lOOO. M^sa, Laural, Bouquet. Evergreen, Festci>n- ing, Hemloi'k and Sprucj Houghs at prices that arc just right. H.J. SMITH, Hinsilale, Mass. Galax Leaves,EtC: Choice Bronze and Green, medium size % .50 Choice Hronze and Green, large aixe 55 Choice Leucothot; Spriiya 3.00 Choice Fancy and Dagger Ferns 75 Choico Khcid'HlendroQ Leaves 50 UhododHndron Leaves for ff8toonin«8,5Co perlOOO Largest dealer on earr.h. Cash with Qrst order. J. N. PRITCHARD. ELK PARK, N. C. Galax ^LeuGOthoes. Selected, Bright and Brilliant. Wholesale Trade Solicited J. L. BANNER & CO., Montezuma, N. G. Please mention the American Florist ivhen writing. 50 LB. CASE 35 LB. CASE 25 LB. CASE Galax — Qalix — Qalox — Brilliant bronze or green, assorted sizes. $1.00 ptr 1000. Leucothoe Sprays, $1.00 par 100 Fancy Fern, 1.60 per 1000 Dagger Fern, 1.25 per 1000 SMALL GREEN GAUX FOR VIOLETS, SI .00 Pir 1000. Laurel Roping, 6 ett., 8 ett. and 10 ets. per yard. All other green goods in season. WRITE. TELEPHONE OR TELEGRAPH. HARRY A. BINYARD, 38 West 28th Street, ^TO8-'799Mad.Sq. NEW YORK CITY. L. J. KRESHOVER. (Successor), 110-112 W. 27th Street, NEW YORK. Phone 597 Madison Square. HEADQUARTERS FOR Green Goods Where you never get dis- appointed. We always have the stock on hand and of the best quality. FANCY and T'oT>'n « DAGGER * Ci I1S>| $1.50 per 1000. Discount on large orders. BRILLIANT BRONZE AND GREEN GALAX. 75c per 1100 in 5uOU lois. Satisfaction guaranteed. SELECTED SOUTHERN WILD SMILAX, S4 and |7 per case. Also LAUREL FESTOONING, good and full, 4c, 5c and 6c per yard. ^i^Orders by Mail. Telephone or Telegraph promptly attended to. HENRY M. ROBINSON & CO, 32-34-36 Cou't Sq.. BOBTOW. MASS. Hinsdale, Hinsdale, fern Co. FANCr & DACGtR FERNS Now at ^\M per 1000. Laurel I'\'itoonin?, $t per 100 yards. SiiViaiJcnum moBS. 5l'c ^ler bbl. All orders by mail or dispatch promptly atloTided lo. Cash \vith all orders. TMOS. COLLINS, HInidalt. Mats. SELECTED FRESH Qalax Leaves. shipped direct to the retail llorists at .'iOo per 1000, in case lots of 10,000, assorted sizes or as wanted, yuality guarantei^d FlRSl'-CLASS. ED. S. LOVEN. LINVILLE, N. C. :an net our standard Brands of Wild Smilax and other Greent from siirli pi'oolc aa J. B. Dtamud, Chloagt. H. Bayfndorltr I Co., Phlla. L. J Krashovtr, N. T. City. Van Saad Co., Indianapolis. Ed. Rcid, Phlladalphla. J. M. MoCullough't Sons, Cincinnati, 0. Michigan Cut Flowor Eichango. Datrolt, Mich. K'T iHrt-ct Iruiu us. A Full SrrrLY toNhTANTLY on IIanh. Caldwell The Woodsman Co., Evergreen, Ala. Please mention the American Florist every time you write to an advertiser. REMEMBER igo2. The American Florist. 101 Dahlias MrsWinters THE WORLD'S BEST WHITE DAHLIA. Novelties acd Stand- ard varieties. I8vrs'. experience and have failed of no pr.ze competed for. See my catalogue before placing your order. Also fine field-grown Hollyhocks at $?.5J per 10 ■. Cannas, Pa^onias and Hardy Plants. Cteap mix- tures are dear; get the best. W. W. WILMORE, The Dahlia Specialist, BOX 382. DENVgR. COLO. VERBENA KING Rooted Cuttings now ready. Express prepaid. lOO lOUO Verbenas, named,} .60 $5.00 Daisies, wliite and yellow 1.00 8.00 Heliotrope, 12 var. 1.00 6.00 Ageratum,Deatvar. .60 5.0O Alternanthera, red and yellow 60 b.OO Salvias, 4 best vars. named. Rooted Cu'tings 1.00 8.O0 That cash or C. O. D. C. Humfeld, Clay Center. Kas. CANNASM= Bouvier, Phila., Crimson liedder, M. Bouchaud, Queen Charlotte. P. Marqua^t. etc., $3 CO per lOU; Uuke ot Marlborough. Black Prince, new, $3.00 per 100 Finest, mixture ot all colors, $1.00 per lOO. FOR EASTER! CINERARIAS, lienaty & Cinnell's Prize Strains, 3 in.. $3.5U per lOO. STOCKS. Ger- man dwarf, wall flower-leaved, blue, white, red, each kind. 3-iD., $3 00 per UO Cash please. Shellroad Greenhouse Co.. Grange, Baltimore, Md. 500,000 VERBENAS. 60 finest named varieties, including our NEW MAMMOTH AHITE. "MRS. McKINLEY." The finest white verbena grown ; perfectly healthy; free from disease. Rooted cuttings. 6Cc per 100; $5 00 per 1000. Plants. $2.50 per 100; $30.( 0 per 1000. Our list is the choice of millions of seedlings. Send for circular. J. L. DILLON, BlOOMSBURG. Pa. HOME-QBOWN, FINE, CLSAN STOCK; OBOfTN COOI.. Write tor Price Lift. J. B. HEISSj rAe Exotic Nurseries, DAYTON. OHIO. GERZ^NIUMS. Double GraQt,.Bruanti, Alphonse Rkcard, J. J. Harrison, Mme. Thibau-, Jotin Doyle, Beaute Poitevine, Mme. Jaulin, Gloire de France, La Favorite. S. A. Nutt, Kelway, Fraroes Perkins, etc., labeled, from 3y4-inch pots. $3 per 110; $25 pet 1000. Mixed, my selection, $i 5U per 100; $30 per 1000. PAUL MADER, East Stroudsburg, Pa. PANSIES. 50c. per 100. $3.00 per 1000. 16 var. fine 2K-in. pots, $3.00 per 100. Cash. JOS. H. CUNNINGHAM, Delaware. 0. Boston Ferns Fine, strong, young plants, $3.00 per 100; $27.50 per JOOO. Edwin Lonsdale, ^"h^rnrm,,. Pa. nreer^s Palms! *"^ For RETAILING and DECORATING. GOIiD BIEDAIi — Fan-American Exposition 1901 SILVER CUP— Buffalo Florists' Club 1901 CERTIFICATE OF MERIT— Society of American Florists 1901 The following sizes and varieties will be found of exceptionally good value. Please mention the Amebucan Florist every time you write to an advertiser. ARECA LUTE8CEN8. Inch Inches Per Per pots. high. doz. lOO 3 — 2 plants in a pot... 13 to 15.. If 1.35 $10.00 4. ...3 " " ...15 to 18.. 3.(j0 35.00 Each Doz. ...28 to 30. ,$1.00 $13.C0 ...30 to 36., 2.60 30.00 KENTIA BELMOREANA. Inches Per Per high. doz. 100 5 leaves 10tol3..$350 $30.00 6 to 6 •' 15 ..4 60 35.00 Each. Doz. " 34 to 38. .$1.35 $15,00 " 38 to 30.. l.BO 1800 6 to 7 " 30 to 33.. 3.00 3100 6to7 " .34 to36.. 3.60 30.00 7 " 36 .. 4.00 48.00 4 plants in a pot, well-furnished. 3i4 feet high, fine plants, $4.00 each, $48.00 doz. KENTIA FORSTERIANA. Inch Inches Per pots, high. doz. 3.... 5 leaves 13 to 15.. $2.50 4....5to6 " 15 to 18.. 450 5....5to6 " I8to3J..6.00 Each. .6 .5 to 6 .5 to 6 .6 .0 Inch pots, KENTIA BELMOREANA. PHOE It ches high. .24 to 38 busbv, stocky, plants.. .36to38.... "" .38to3J.... " " .30to36.... " 28to3).,$1.00 3l) .. 1.25 30 to 33.. 1.50 30 to 36.. 3.00 42 .. 2.50 6 " 43 to 48.. 3.00 3 to 3 plants in a pot, 3V4 to 4 feet high ,$4 00 each, $48.00 doz. Per 110 $20.00 33.00 60.00 Doz. $1200 15.00 18.00 34.10 30.00 38.00 NIX CANARIENSI8. Inch Feet tubs. high. Each 13,.. 3!4 to 4.... bushy, stocky plants .$6 00 13,..,4 to4/j.... " ■' 7.60 Each ..$1.35 ., 1.75 ..3 00 .. 3 50 For tbe most complete list of Palms and Decorative Stocl<, as well as all seasonable Florists' Stock, see our current Wliolesale List. HENRY A. DREER. 714 CHESTNUT ST. PHIL ADELPHI A. P A. 30 W. 29th Street the evergreen SPECIALISTS OF N. Y. CITY. Galax Leaves ThekervanCo Rooted cutting's, well root- ed,$1 per I0U;J7.o0perluC0. F0R6ET-ME-N0T, true winter flowering, out of 2V4-in . pots, $3.U0 per 100; $15.10 per 1000. J. C. SCHMIDT. Bristol, Pa. GLOIRE DE LORRAINE, 2X-lnch pots, $15.00 per 100. Write for prices on large lots. Stock guaranteed absolutely free from disease. THOMAS ROUND, Nahant. Mass. SPECIALTIES BEGONlfl ROSESj from 3-lnch pots. CARNATIONS, for all deuvery, CHRYSANTHEMUMS, SMILAX, VIOLETS. Prices Low. Send for List. 1 WOOD BROTHERS, Fishkill, N. Y. In Best Varieties Boston Ferns FOR EASTER We have the larg- est stock in the _ _ _ _ _ _ West in all sixes; aUo fine specimen plants. S^nd for sample order. Asparagus Pluinosus and Spreoperi, Cinprarias, Geraniums, red, pink, white and salmon, also Rose Geraniums; PeIar*;ouiums. Petunias. "'Lc. etc. Write us you wants, GEO. A. KUHL, PEKIN, ILL. please menh'nn. the American Flori&t when ^mlme^. SHIPPING LABELS '^ -CBt Flowers Printed in two colors on gummed {>aper; yout card, etc., in black and eaJ adopted ty the S. A. F. in red. Very attractive. Price per 500, $2.85; per 1000, $4.60. Bend lor samples ■UCIVO or THIS LEAF, POSTPAID. $1.25. American Florist Co., .CHICAGO. 102 The American Florist. Feb. TS, Syracuse, N. Y. SEVERE WBATHEK INTEBFERES WITH THE PLANT TRADE.— CUT FLOWERS MOVING FAIRLY WELL.— BULBOUS STOCK —VARI- OUS NOTES. During the week just past, Syracuse has been in the grasp of the worst bliz- zard she has experienced in years. The cut flower trade has kept up well in spite of this, but the plant trade has fallen off. A Bcarciety of stock has been felt by some of the florists, due to the weather. Tulips, daffodils and lilies of the valley have a good market, and Easter lilies are just beginning to come in. Daffodils are pop- ular for center pieces and bring $1 per dozen. American Beauties bring $5 to $15 and camations75 cents to $1.50 per dozen at retail. The outlook is excellent in the seed business, the farmers having received good prices for their products last year. They are consequently preparing to buy seeds of all kinds. The heaviest trade will be on onion and alfalfa seeds, these crops having been particularly success- ful. P. R. Quinlan & Company have had a unique display of primroses in their win- dow, using about 300. W. S. Wheadon, of Quinlan's, did the decorating at the Alhambra for the Commandery ball. Knights Templar, Monday night. Palms were mostly used. David Campbell, formerly gardener for Maj. Alexander Davis, has entered upon his duties as superintendent of parks of Syracuse, and has several plans for the ornamentation and improvement of the public beauty spots as soon as the snow is off. , . „ . Henry Burt, in addition to his florist trade, is an extensive market gardener, and is preparing for a large business this season. A. J B. Peoria, 111. Henry Baer, who was for a number of years in the employ of J. C. Murray, is preparing to go into business as a carna- tion grower for the wholesale market. He has placed an order with A. Dietsch & Company, Chicago, for four 200 foot sections of their patented short-roof con- struction and as soon as the building season opens he will begin the erection of what is to be a thoroughly modern plant. The boiler house will be entirely apart from the greenhouses and only connected with them by a glass passageway. East Greenwich, R. I.— On the morn- ing of February 3, the residence and three of the five greenhouses of Wra M. Crompton were destroyed by fire, the loss being estimated at $6,000. The fire is thought to have oiiginated from the heating apparatus of the greenhouse. 0rchid5l #~ Our stock of Orchids is the Ooest that can be pitxluced— no need of orossiiie the "pond" to get them. We have also fine dbrous Peu'., live Sphagnum and round and squan' Orchid Baskets in all sizes. LAGER & HURRELL, "ummit. n. j. Orcbid Qrowers and Importers. ROOTED CUTTINGS OUR SPECMLTY-Oeranlumt from 2'4-incti pots, named, $^.6J per lUO; «:;i.00 per 1000. V*rtatna>, all standard named kinds, eOc per 100; J5.00 per 1000. Hallotropt, 14 named varieiles. %\ 00 per lOO; «H.0O per lUOO. Ptiunlu, 24 vurleties, $1 2F> perlCO Salvlit,.'^vari«tie.s.(1.0Up<.'rlOO. Agtratumt, B varieties, tSOo per 100. C«ltu>, 34 varieties, 6oo per 100; 15.00 per 1000. Alyiium, IIUO per lOO. F*vit1m», ll.OO per 100. Express prepaid on all Rooted CJuttinKS. Satisfaction guaranteed. Cash with order. Write — S. D. BRANT. CLAY CENTER, KAN. GARDENIAS WANTED Growers in the South or elsewhere who can arrange to supply Cut Blooms of Gardenias regu- larly, please write, with particulars, to W. J. S., Eastern Office American Florist, 79 Milk St., Boston, IVfass. SHASTA DAISY EVERYBODY ADMIRES THE LATEST FLORAL WONDER. While as the snow which forever caps SHASTA'S LOFTY PEAK. Reckless in its profusion of bloom. Hardy and happy everywhere. The people's flower. FOR CIRCULARS ADDRESS Burbank's Experiment Farms SANTA ROSA, CALIFORNIA. OR ANY PROMINENT SEEDSMAN OR FLORIST. Faxon's Mammoth VERBENAS. My seed is saved from an elegant collection of named varieties, and produces very large flowers of the richest and most brilliant colors; tnis, my best mixture, will produce healthy plants, and is exactly what vou want— order to-day. OUNCE. $2; Vi OUNCE. $1; JOUNCE. 50 CENTS. By mail; postage paid. M.BFAXON.iiref Boston, Mass. FLOWER SEED SPECIALIST. 100,000 Pansies. The Jennings' Strain, oxtra fine plan's, all transplanted, many are fringed and curled, strong plants, $(.iO per lOOO, express; 75c per luO mail. Large plants. $1.00 per 100, by express only. StocK the finest. Grown in cool houses. Seid. !fl.iO p'T pkt. Cash. E. B. JENNINGS, Look Box 264, Southport, Cona. Grower of the Finest Panaies. CET THE NEW ASPARAGUS COMORENSIS. It grows much faster than any other variety. Strong plants from 3-inch pots, $1000 per 100. 2y,-\n. pots. 5.00 per 100. C. EISELE. Illh & Jefrerson Sts.. PHILA CYCLAMENS, 4-lnch, 18.00 per 100. Azaleas, best sorts, 10 to 12-Inch, {30.10 per lOn. Calceolarias, 2M-lnoh, $.3.00 per lOO; 20O for $5.00. Cinerarias from London Prize Show Flowers, 3-inoh, $3.00 per 100; 4-lnoh, $6.00 per 100. WHITTON k SONS, City and Green Sll., Utica, N. Y. CANNAS Dormant Roots, I to 3 eyes. Per too Per 1000 Africa $6.00 Allemania 3.60 $30.00 Alphonse Bouvier 3.00 Alsace 4.00 Asia 6.00 Austria 2.00 16.00 Beaiite dePoitevine 3 50 Black Beauty 12.U0 Burbank 2.50 20.00 Captain Dragon 6.00 ('has. Henderson 1.60 Chevalier Besson 4 00 Cointe de Bouchaud 4.00 Crimson Bedder .S.60 Kgandale 4 00 Exploratpur Crampbel 4.00 P:ilr Persian 4.00 Florence Vaughan 4.00 Golden Bedder 3 00 G. .St. Hilaire 3.!)0 Italia 1.60 12.00 J. T. Lovett 3.60 La France 4 00 Leonard Vaughan 6.00 M.Laforcade 3 00 Mile. Berr.it 4.C0 Mme. Crozy 4.00 Mme. Molin 4. 00 Mme. Montoflore 2.00 l.'S.OO Mme. SalUer 6.00 MorningStar 2 00 16.00 Papa 4.00 Paul Mariiuant 2.50 Phllacieliilila B.UO Qu(u!n Charlotte 3.60 Kobusta 3.00 16.00 Rose llnlque 4,00 Secretory Chabanne 4.0() Souv. lie Antoine Crozy 5.C0 Miieil, all colors l.Oo 8.00 Pot up Oannnn now, AbIc lor our Special Spring C'atHl(»Ku«. This oHer is made subject to stock being unsold upon receipt ol order. BOBBINK & ATKINS, RUTHERFORD, N. J. igo2. The American Florist. 103 SPECIAL ROOTED CUTTINGS GERANIUMS. NOVELTIES: Thos. Meehan, semi-double dark pink: Levi P. IMorton. semi double maroon; Dutch- ess of Orleans, single oriole: Ernest Kellway, semi- double crimson; J. J. Harrison, semi-double scarlet, and Snow Drift, semi-double white; all winners, J2 50 per 100; $32.50 per 1000. STANDARDS: S. A Nutt, E. Q. Hill, Beaute Poitevine, Prances Perkios, Mme. Jaulin, Mme. Bruant LaFavorite and Mme. J. M. Garr, $2.00 per 100; $18.00 per 1000. DOUBLE FRINGED PETUNIAS Our superb collection consisting of twelve novelties selected from Henderson's and Dreer's latest sets. Extra Strong Rooted Cuttings, $1.00 per 100; JO 00 per 1000; «40 per 5000. Henderson's celebrated Sea Foam, J1.50 per 100. Send for our special Geranium List. Cash with Order. Satisfaction Guaranteed. The W T. Buckley Plant Co., Springfield III. A FEW GOOD THINGS YOU WANT. KENTIA BELMOREANA and FORSTERIANA, spec- ial price to reduce stock. 3i^-in., 81: 3-in., 1!io; 4-in., 3So; P-in., SJot 6-in,, $1.00. 3, 4, 5-in ARECA LUTESCENS, 3 and 3 plants to a pot, same price. These areexoi'llent lot of clean, cool grown plants. BOSTON FERNS. 4c. 8c, 15c. 30c and BOc each. DRACAENA INDIVISA, 3, 4. 6-in., 6c, ICc, 35c each. CHINESE PRIMULA and CINERARIA fine plants, to close out 3 and 4-in., 4o and 6c each GLADIOLUS BULKS, sood mixture, $1.00 per 100. GERANIUMS, 3-in., Bonnat, double and single Grant, La Favorite, S. A. Nutt, Atkinson, Salleroi, $3.00 per 100; Poitevine, McBur^ey, Kleber, John Doyle, Pauline, Ricoard, Mrs. E. Q. Hill, Perkins, $4.00 oer ino. CARNATIONS, rooted cuttings, Scott, McGowan, Portia, $1.00 per 100; E. Crocker G. Lord. Mar- quis, $1.50 per ICO; Prosperity, Lawson, Queen Louise, Floriana. $5.00 per 100; Kittaling, white sport from Daj break. $3."0per lOO. ASPARAGUS SPRENGERI. 3-inch, $3.00 per 100; Plumosus, 3-inch, >iii.(i\i per 100. Cash or C. O. D. GEO M. EM MAWS, NEWTON. TSt J. GERANIUMS. Mme. Salleroi, rooted cuttings. 80c per 100; 87.50 per 1000. 2or2!4-inch Mme. Salleroi. $1.50 per 100; $14.00 per ICOO. S/a-inch S. A. Nu't, $2 25 per 100; 4-inch S. A. Nutt, $6 00 per 100. 4-in. Golden Dawn, double, best yellow, shade of red. $6.00 per 100. 5-inch Peter Burnett, double clear flesh pink, healthy, full of points for cuttngs, $1.50 per doz. ; $10.00 per lOO. Stock plants from bench, strong, healthy plants, at least 10 points fnr cuttings on each plant, to make room, $1.50 per doz.; $10 per 100. I nffiino Dl^nfc ^^^^^ ^^^^ h^^. Grand Rapids, LcnUUC ridlllO Boston, Big Boston and other varieties. 15c per 100; $1.00 per lOOO. Express paid on lettuce plants. Cash. Des Moines Plant Co., 38th St., DES MOINES, IOWA. Geraniums An assortment of twenty varieties, all good sellers and all correctly labeled. Rooted cut- tings at $ J2 50 per 1000. Not less than 25 of one sort will be given in the same order. JEAN VIAUD and M. De CASTEL- LANE, two exceptionally fine noveltiesfrom 2-incli pots, at $5 per tOO or $30 per JOOO. Albert M. Herr, Lancaster, Pa. FOR 1902 New Geraniums *'J. D. Elsele," single, pure wine red. A zonale of most brilliant and new coloring, a splendid bedder, producing an abundance of Targe trusses. **James Davidson," single, lavender lilac, a color which has never before been approached, shows almost a distinct blue color eveoings. Trusses very large, a fine novelty. 35c each; $3.00 per dozen. Novelties of former years, assorted and labeled, at $6.00 per 100. Cash please. HENRY EICHHOLZ, Waynesboro, Pa. $i; 6-in., .$9. ; 6-in. ; 6-in. $3; 6-in. $18. ARECA LUTESCENS, per do?,.— 4-in., $3; 5-in.. KENTIA BELMOREANA, per doz.^-in , $4; 6-ii KENTIA FORSTERIANA, per doz.— 1-in., $4: 5-in., LATANIA BORB 'NICA, per doz.— 1-in., $3; 5-in., 7 in., *|i': S-in., ^>A FICUS ELASTICA, 6-in., *9 per doz ARALIA SIEBOLOII. 5-in.,.flperdoz ; «-in., .$6 per do/.. PANDAMUS VEITCHM, per dnz — 5-in., .S12; 6-in ,$,8; 8 in ,$16. NEPHROLEPIS BOSTONIENSIS, runners. *iO oer lono; 2 in . $t per IOC; 8-in., *I5 per doz. NEPHROLEPIS WITTBOlDII, fine sppcimens from H-in. pots, $15 per doz. ASPARAGUS PLUMOSUS NANUS, frorn seed bench, $25 per 1000; 2 in.. *l per lOU: 3 in., $8 per 103. FERNS FOR DISHES, Etc., $4 per 100. FERN BALLS, well furnished with leaves, $5 per doz. TheGEO.WITTBOLDCO. 1657 Buckingham PI., Chicago. ROOTED CUTTING LIST NOW READY POR Per 100 Per 1000 Marguerites $ .75 $ 6.00 Heliotrope, 4 varieties 60 5.0O English Ivy 2.00 18.00 Pyrethrum, double white 1. 00 8.00 Acbyrantties. 4 varieties 1.00 8.00 Salvia, 4 varieties 60 5.60 Ageratum, 6 varieties 60 5.00 Alternanthera 4 varieties 75 6 00 fuchsias, 3 varieties 1.25 10.00 Abutilons, 12 varieties 2.00 18.00 Coleus, 75 varieties, named 75 6.00 not named 60 5.00 " Versohaffeltii, red 60 4.50 golden 60 4.50 SHIPMENT. Per 100 Per 1000 Coleup, Golden Bedder 60 4.50 *' Urilliancy 8 00 RnCtfln FprnC strong, bushy, well grown UUSIUII I CI IIS stock for immediate ship- ment. Per 100 Per 1000 2X-inoh pots $2.50 »22.00 2!4-inch pots 3.0O 28.00 3 -inch pots 6.00 55.00 PTERIS TREMULA, 2^-inch pots, per 100, J2.00; 2H-in. pots, per luO, $3.00; 3-in. pots, per lOO, $5. For list of varieties see American Florist of Nov. 9. If wanted by mail add 15o per 100. Sam- ples by mail 25c. "All the above sold on the positive guarantee of their being flrst-class, if not, your money at once refunded. JOHN IRVINE & SONS, Bay City, Mich. AT A BARGAIN, Kentia Forsteriana I will clean them out to make room for Hy- drangeas, at astonishingly low prices. Plants from 5^ to 6-inch pots, 30 inches high, 7£c; 35 Inches, only $1.00 each. Hurry up and get them now, as these prices are open only for a few weeks. Azaleas Deutsche Perle and Simon Mardner, in bnd and bloom, 5-in. pots. 4Uc. Dracaena Bruanti, 6-in. pots, 25 inches high, floe bushy plaats, only 50c; worth double that. Cash with order please. GODFREY A5CHMANN, 1012 Ontario St., Phila.. Pa. Please mention the American Florist when writing ^ROBT. CRAIG & SON, Roses, Palms and Novelties in Decorative Plants, i Market and 49th Sts., Philadelphia, Pa. ; JOSEPH HEACOCK, Wynoote, Pa., Grower of FINE PALMS. For Price List see American Florist Oct. 19, page 403. A SPECIALTY Boston Ferns. Cut from bench at |25 and $S per 100, KENTIAS, CYCLAMENS, ASPARAGUS PLUMOSUS NANUS, FICUS. Very fine stock. L. H. Foster, ^le'el" Dorchester, Mass. p. MAJOR and NANA, Alternantheras strong: rooted ruttiag:s, 50 cts, per 100, or W4.00 per 1000. DAVIS BROS., MORRISON, ILL. California, We have some choice Hybrid Carnattoa Seed from Lawson, Crane, Marquis, Cloud and Maceo, 100 seeds 25c. New Giant of California Pansy seeds, very largj f,owers, trade packet 25c! J oz. $4 Giant of Cali- fornia Pansy Plants, ready to transplant, $2.50 per JOOO. HITTING FLORAL COMPANY, LOOMIS, CALIFORNIA. GHRYSflNTHEMUMS are our SPECIALTY. We also offer a complete list of Carnations, Gannas, Pelargoniums, Etc. Send for Catalogue. Nathan Smith & Son, H drain, Mich. HAERENS BROS. SOMERGEM. BELGIUM. Azalea Indica for Fall Delivery, in best sorts, includ- ing tbe beautiful new Haerensia-a, from small plants to large specimens. KENTIAS and other palms, for spring and fall, in medium and extra large sizes; all well grown. Address Sole Agents, August Rolker & Sons, 62 De, Street, NEW YORK. -in , 3ci 3-in., 8c; 6 in., 8 and 9-inch, $1.00. Nephrolepis Wiltboldli, strong, 4-inch, 25c; 5-inch, 50c; 6-inch, 7Sc. Russelia Multiflora, 2;^-in, 4c; 40c a doz. Vinca Major, 2 in., strong, 3c. Cash please, A. J. BALDWIN. NEWARK. O. Please mention the American Florist when writing. Boston Fern 35^ 104 The American Florist. Feb. 13, San Francisco. HAINS BRING PBOMISBOF LARGER SUPPLIES AND MUCH BETTER BUSINESS. — CHEAP GLASS ENCOURAGES BUILDING. — SHOW ASSUBED. The long continued drought is at last broken and the much wanted rains have set in for good, making the prospects for business very bright. Not that there are any complaints of poor business; on the contrary it is as good aa could be wished, but stock is exceedingly scarce, which shows that with continued cold weather there is room for many more greenhouses Since glass has made a big drop here lately, there will be plenty of growers to take advantage of it. Prices for cut- flowers are still the same aa at previous reports. Bulbous stock is now plentiful and good prices are realized. Tulips bring up to 50 cents per dozen and nar- cissi 50 cents per hundred. Adiantura cuneatnm is still very scarce and wild maidenhair takes its place. The committees ot our two horticul- tural societies have held a meeting and reached an agreement as to a comliined flowershow to be heldinthe beginning of May. The exhibition will be held in the Ferry building and will be the largest and best ever held on the coast. A long list of prizes has been made up and will be pablished as soon as complete. Golden Gate. London, Ont.— Mrs. F. Dicks, wife of the well known florist at Askin, is dead. Brockton. Mass. — A proposition to purchase the property known as the Goddard lot, comprising eight acres, for a public park is receiving enthusiastic public support. The land is situated in the heart of the residential section of the city. YouNGSTOwN, 0.— E. Hippard reports an unusual demand for catalogues and quotations. He has already booked orders for 5,000 feet of his duplex iron gutters, to be delivered in April and May. The ventilator business this year is expected to beat all records. Causperleptlia 'T'HE most effective combined Fung^icide and Insecticide up to date. Try it. Price per quart, 75c; 1-2 gallon, $J.25; gallon, $2.00. Walter Mott Seed & Bulb Go. 108-110 E. Second St., Jamestown, N. Y. We now have on sale a fumigatinK material which kills MEALY BUG and all other t^reenhouse pests. Eastern Chomical Co., Boston, Mass. HEADQCABTKRS FOR HORTICULTURAL SUPPLIES Of Cvery Description. When you can't get what you want anywhere else, Bend here, we will send it to you. "If it'sused In Horticulture, we have It." DUNNE 6u CO..64W.80tliSt., N«w Ytit. Telephone Gall, 1700 Madiion Square. Boston Florist Letter Go. MANUFACTURERS OF FLORISTS' LETTERS. ThU Tvooden box nicely stained and var- nished. 18x30x12 made in two sectiong, one for eacli siza letter, given away witli first order of 500 letters. Block Letters, IH or 2-lnch size, per 100, $2.00. Script Letters, $4. Fastener with eacli letter or word. Used by leadinz florists everywhere atid for sale by all wholesale florists and supply dealers, N. F. McCarthy, Treas. and Manager, 84 Hawlev St.. BOSTON. MASS. TIN FOIL Plain, Fancy, Printed & Mounted. AXanafactured by The Gonley Foil Go, 6S1 to 641 West ^Stb St., FRUIT AND FLOWER PLATES Seed Packets and Supplies of all kinds tor NURSERYMEN, FLORISTS and SEEDSMEN sbnd for price list. stock Cuts, lOo per sq^uare inch. Engraving by %i\ processes. Printing and Lithographing. [Uuitrated Catalogues a specialty. VREDENBURB & CO., Rochester, H. Y. W^^:S: Adjustable Vase Holders No. 1.— Brass, nickel, 4 feet long, 0 olaipt to each rod. Price complete (with green or wnite tum- bleri) 12.25. Price complete (with green or white Bomncopia vaiei) tS.BO. No. 2.— Heavy 4 ft. rod braised and nickeled, with three olaipi (or 5 to S- Inch pots, each, 11.75. Eift'i patent rubber capped Flowbb Tvbbs, IM-inch diameter, per 100, IX.50. lOSEPH KIFT k SON. I72B Chulnut St.. Phlli.. Pa. AdjustablePlantStands THE BEST ON THE MARKET. I stand SI. 50; 3 Stands $4 00: 6 Stands S7 50; 12 Stands $14 00 vet NEED IHIM l\ YOUR BUSINESS. C. B. WniTNALL, IV1ILWALKEC, WIS. He.au mention the American Florist when writing. I™ Regan Printing House g. CATALOGUES 87-91 Plymotjth Place, ^>.3t CHICAGO j*» GARDENING l^li li the paper to recommend to yoar ouitomeri, the leading hortloultural journal In America for amateun. . . . •t.OO Par Year. Sample Copies Free. 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It contains MOKK AD VEltTISIOM KNTS, MORK ILLUSTRATIONS imd MOKH NKWS than any of Its contemponiries. Rend by tho whole or the British trade and all the best I'iuropean bouses every week. Annual subscription, 75 cents. Spei-.imen copy post free. Published weekly. N rlloultural Trad. Journal Co., Padlham, Lanei., Eng. igo2. The American Florist. 105 TO KILL ALL Greenhouse Bugs USE u NICOTICIDE yy Clean and harmless as Fumigant or Spray. Ask your seedsman for it or write to The Tobacco Warehousing and Trading Co., 1000 Magnolia Ave., Louisville, Ky Tin Foil M Fiorists SPECIAL SHADES. SPECIAL DESIGNS. PLAIN OR COLORED. 'W^rite to-day for samples and prices. THE PALEN COMPANY, Inc., KINGSTON. N. Y. Weitern Representatives: J. HOWARD JONES h * SONS, 34 Wabash Ave., Chicago, III. LABELS ^ When youbuy Tree aud Pot I L a b e I s, be sure you get the Best, Lightest aud Chearest. Madeofa metal that will not corrode, break, rust or letterj fade. Can be read in 100 years from now. Samples free and prices quoied on application. P ain Metal babels to scratch any name you want. %l per 10:0. Address ^W. G-. ^K'OUIVGt, 323 BROWN ST.. DAYTON. O. Fresh Tobacco Stems. Bales of 300 pounds, $(.50. Cash With Obdbr. W. G. BEGKERT, Allegiieny, Pa. Please mention the American Florist when writing. SiGMUND GELLER Importer and Mir. ol Florists' Supplies Complete Stock — New Qoods —New Illnitrated Cataloeue Now Ready. Send for It. 108 W. 28th St., near 6th Ave., NEW YORK, A. HERRMANN. Cape Flowers, *"• oolobb; Cycas Leaves, Metal Designs, uR> All Florists' Sopplies. Und tor Prloei. «««.4I» !(■■« «4th St.. •mr voKK. THE AMERICAN FLORIST'S COLOR CHART PRICE IS CENTS POSTPAID. 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'HI0 The Dayton Paper NoTelty Go. '^-^-k^-^ DAYTON, O. Pleaie mention Ambbioan Flobist when ordering. _Just Issued New Series. it SAMPLE NEWSPAPER of ARTISTIC ARRANGEMENT" By J. OLBERTZ, Erfurt, Germany. Superior mide's for all customers; contains 90 patterns of modern art floral arrange- ment, printed on the finest cardbaard. Size of the art sheets, 8;^xlO^ inches. Catalogue in the English Language. Elegant portfolio, gold stamped, with colorea picture, containing loose sheets, $2.25. Edition de luxe, $2.75. Volumes I and 11 together: PortfoHo, $4.35; Album, 15.30. Post free on receipt of price. from Baycrsdorfer & Co. represents a wise invest- ment. Baskets, Jardinieres, Pot Covers, Fern- eries, Vases, Doves, Sheaves, Inscriptions, Cycas Wreaths and Leaves. These are only a fraction of the list of useful Florists' Supplies we carry. The quaUty is the BEST and the price is RIGHT. Send for Complete Catalogue. H. Bayersdorfer & Co., 50-56 No. Fourth St., Philadelphia, Pa. ESTABUSHED 1866 EMILSTEFFEMS> sua.™ N.STEFFENS. ""STEFFENSBROS Invalid Appliance Co., HANUTACTUBDn OV COLUMBIA PLANT TUBS 0 J^mt maeirmaa doesn't I Piease mention the American Florist when wrtitng. Sheep Manure. In natural state, 81.00 per ton, in oar load lots, f. o. b. cars, Kirkland, 111. Also DRIED UNPULVERIZED — write for prices. MONTANA FERTILIZER CO., Elgin, III. Please mention the American Florist when writing. 106 The American Florist. Feb. /J, Washington. ELABOHATE DECORATION FOR A WEDDING. —COLD MAKES PLANT MOVING DIFFICULT. Trade has been very good, notwith- standing the continued cold weather, which has added to the difficulty of handling large plants for decorations at receptions and weddings. J. H. Small & Sons had the Hay-Whitney wedding decorations, which were the grandest and most elaborate ever seen in Washing- ton. The house was handsomely dressed with palms, large white lilacs and a num- ber of large vases of extra fine Bride roses. The Church of the Covenant, w^here the ceremony took place, was dec- orated with large palms, southern smilax and about 7,000 Harrisii and longi- florum lilies. The bride carried an Eng- lish shower-bouquet of white orchids and roses. George E. Smith, whose greenhouses are out on the Bowen road, died January 28, o< pneumonia. He was 43 years of age. P. G. Springfield, Mass. TRADE BBISK, STOCK PLENTIFUL, BUT LITTLE GOING TO WASTE —VARIOUS ITEMS. There has been a good demand the past two weeks for stock of all kinds, roses, carnations and violets being the leaders, bulbous stock moving slowly, except LaReine tulips, which can be used for most any work. February 7 the Charity Ball created a brisk demand for violets, which were plentiful but none going to waste. Lilacs, spiraea, rhododendrons and lilies look promising for Easter. The latter, I am sorry to say, are badly diseased again this year and quite a num- ber are being thrown out. Fairfield ia showing some fine cycla- mens, adiantums and palms in his State street store. Schlatter & Son say business is good in plants, of which they have a good stock at their greenhouses. L. D. Robinson reports business good and stock coming along nicely for Easter. A. B. Grand Rapids, Mich. — The Grand Rapids Violet Company has done «o well on Beauties this year that violets will be largely replaced by this flower next sea- son. Greens Farms, Conn.— Geo. Whitehead is busily engaged in rebuilding the green- houses recently destroyed by fire and hopes to have everything in complete running order again soon. Huron, 0.— J. P. Esch is temporarily out of business, his greenhouses having been destroyed by fire on January 12. He is spending the winter in Florida but will come home to rebuild as soon as spring opens. yEns Flower Potsi LIGHT. COMPACT, UNBREAKABLE. UNEQUALLED. You can buy these of vour nearest dealer. f . W. Bird & Son,' EA^s'^'^rL^otE^Ks. NEW VORK: 120 Liberty St. CHICAGO: 1434 Monadnook BIdg. WRITE Ac irnUD 1521-23 N. LBAVITT I ■ Fi KUnni 0H10AG0. ILL.. TOB PBIOES OT Standard Pots wbioh for itrength and poroiity oomblned are the belt on toe market. Awarded the onlv flnt- olaiiCertiflcateot Merit by the Society at Amer- ioan Florlitiat Boiton Aug. 21, 1890, (or Stand- ard Flower Poti. [ONG Island (iTY 'HILADELPHIA Traveling RepresentatWe, U. CUTLER RYERSON, 108 Third Ave. Newark, N. J. D. 0. Gunninotiam Glass CO., -PITTSBURG, PA. Tank Window Glass. flot-tiouse Glass fl SpeGlalty. THOSE RED POTS "STANDARDS" FULL SIZE AND WIDE BOTTOMS. BULB PANS AND AZALEA POTS. DETROIT FLOWER POT M'F'Y, HARRY BAL8LEY, ReD> DETROIT. MICH., 4SO Haward St. Red Standard Pots. OORREOT SIZE. SUPERIOR QUALITY. Write for price lilt, G. flENNEGKE GO., "■'•^I^'^^^- Standard POX^ Flower... V VJ \ \3 If your greenhouses are within GOO milet of the Capitol, write us, we can save you money W. H. ERNEST. 28th and M Streeto, WASHINGTON. D. a GEO. KELLER & SON, MANUPACTUKEKa OF FLOWER POTS. Before baying write ,jc prices, 361-363 Herndon Street, Bear Wrightwood Ave., CHICAOO. ILL. RED POTS SAMPLE POT AND PRICE LIST ON APPLICATION. 0. C. POILWORTH CO., JJ^waukee, WIS. American riorlst Advts. STANDARD FLOWER POTS ! Packed in small crates, easy to handle. Pots Price per crate 1500 2-in., in crate, " 15U0 2M 1500 IV, 1000 3 800 3W 500 4 3205 144 6 5.25 6.00 5.00 5.80 4.50 4 51 3.16 Pots Price per orate 120 7-in., in orate, $4.20 60 8 48 9 48 10 24 11 24 12 12 14 16 Seed pans, same price as pots, list of Cylinders tor Cut Flowers. 3.00 aao 4.80 3.60 " 4.80 " 4.80 4.50 Send for price Hanging Bas- kets, Lawn Vases, eto. 10 per cent off for cash with order. HILFINQER BROS' POTTERY, OR.... FORT BDWARD, N. Y. August Rolkbr A Sons, New York Agents, 62 Dkt Stbbet. New Yobk City. KELLER BROS., ^ 313 lR.17.lQ.21-g3 Pearl St., NORRISTOWN, PA. Manufacturers of Standard Flower Pots, red in color, equal to the best on the market; are 16 miles from Philadelphia, best of railroad connec- tions. We give special attention to mail orders and make special sizes to order in quantities. ^ postal will bring prices and discounts FLOWER POTS STANDARD POTS»pc<^.^rv List and SAMPLES FREE. SWAHN'S POTTERY MF'G CO., P.O. Box 78. MINNEAPOLIS. MINN. ALL Nurserymen, Seedsmen and Florlsti wishing to do business with Europe should send (or tbt "Horticultural Advertiser." TbU la the British Trade Paper, belnR read weekly by all the Horticultural traders; it Is also taken by over 1000 of the l>eBt Continental houses. AnnaU subsorlptloD to cover cost of postage 75o. Mon«y orders payable at Lowdham, Notts. Address EDITORS OF THE "H. A." ChUweU Nurseries. LOWDHAM. Notti. Englind. Always mention the American Flo- rist when writing to advertisers. igo2. The American Florist. 107 KROESGHELL BROS. CO. Greenhouse Boiler, 45 Erie St, CHICAGO. *" Boilers xdade of the best of material, ebell, firebox tbeeta and heads of eteel. water space alt aroand (front. Bides and baok). Write for information. CYPRESS Is Far Mope Durable Than PINE. CYPRESSi SASH BARS UPTb32 FEETOR LONGER. C7REENHOUSE AND OTHER BUILDING MATERIAL, MEN FURNISHED TO SUPERINTEND ERECTION WHEN DESXRED. S[end for our Circularjs. jTHEAj-S+earrv^ [umbep (0., J^EPOj^sET. Boston. Mass. txfyyxffyXfVyy»v>XfXJVXiry. [•yj/^X'OXiaxryxiSaxioeiaoi GILVANIZED WIRE-J AT BARGAIN MVIhW ■«■■■»■•» ■•■•.— "PRICES. Fifty car loads of new galvanized wire, in short lengths. ■ Never was used. Comes from 6 to 10 gauge. Put up 100 lbs. to a coil and only one size wire to each bundle. Prices range from *1.40 to $1.90 per i"'oor?r°e''e"c.talo=,.eIlo. 47 for the ia>;kinK We handle all kinds of sup- ' pliesfron Sheriff's and Receivcr-» Sale. Chicago House Wrecking Co, West 35Ui and Iron Sta. , Chicago. ! FOR INSURANCE AGAINST DAMAGE BY HAIL, Address John G. Ester, Sec*y F. H. A. SADDLE RIVER. N. d. ^IfltiltiltiitiitittJ TT FTER you have tried "Cheap Ma- JJ^ terial" and find that it is not cheap, \i | FR£ft\\/ "TRY OURS." t^;*i^!lPWV\vVi Our material costs a little more than that furnished by planing mills, but it lasts much longer, as those who have tried both will certify. Our large list of satisfied customers is our strong- est endorsement. If you want good material at proper prices, get ours. Estimates cheerfully furnished. >^ &NIN6K^,,, Z I11toII5BLACKHAWKSt TcWlChCol. StULinC AGE.NT3 FOR ^^ GAF&LAND IRON GUTTERS. •* View of a piece of ground 40 ft. respectively 41 ft 6 in. in width, covered by one roof (old style), and alec by three sections of our Patent "Short-Roof" Construction. Compare headrocra over benches and number of supports. SHORT-ROOF GREENHOUSES. (Patented.) WRITE FOR CATALOGUE A.. i>iE>ar®on: «& oo., p^tei^te^^ Maiiufacturers of California RAd Ced«r and liOuislana Cypress Greenbouse Material. GtE^I" OUIS Pf^IOE&S GREENHOUSE SASH AND MATERIAL. I Our FacllitleB are Unexcelled IS Years' Experience. FOLEY MANFG. CO.. 2 Factory and Lumber Yard, Office 471 W. 22nd Street, 2 474 to 498 W. 21st Place. c;mc5A.oo- ! GARLAND'S IRON GUTTER GARLAND, OEs Plaines. III. JOHN C. MONINGER CO., CHICAGO, SELUNG AGENTS. 108 The American Florist. Feb. IS, lades, to Advertlsen. Advertising ratei — 82 AUenJK 88 American RoselCo.I IC Amling E C 85 Asohmann Godfrey. K3 Baldwin A J 103 Banner J L &Co... 100 Bassett & Wasb- burn 85 97 Baur S Alfred I Bayersdorfer H & Co Vb Beokert W C 105 Benthey & Co 85 Bembeimer Eugene . 88 Berning H G 84 Bird F W & Son.... Ii6 Bobbink & Atkins. 102 BoatonCo-operative Growers Ex 84 Boston Letter Go. . . 104 UragueL B 100 Brant SD 102 Brill Francis 89 Brod John 97 Bruns fl N 85 Buckley W T Plant Co 103 BudlongJA 85 98 BunyardH A 100 Butbank Luther — 113 Burpee W A ♦»♦•♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦ piTmmmTmTmnmimmTnnTmmTTm?mmTmmTTmTTmmnm»mmTmmmnmng PROTECT Your Plants From Freezing in Cold Weather by getting a LEHMAN WAGON HEATER I en nnn in use. Recommended by all florists who luUiUUU bave them in use. Cost of heatlnK from Fuel Is but ONE-HALF CENT AN HOUR. Write tot circular or price list to-day. LEHMAN BROS., MANUFACTURERS. 10 Bond St., NEW YORK. JAS. W. ERRINGER. General Western Sales Agent, 297 Wabash Ave., CHICAQO. Ritiuiiiiiiinitiiiimiiiiiiiiiiiiimiuiimimiiiuiimiiiiuiaitiiiiiuiitiuimmituuuuud Please mention the A men'can Ftorist when iv*itin£. zmmn '^oBOfT Emerioa. is "tbs Praw af the UbsseI; tberB may be mare camfart RmidsMps, but wb ars thB irst to taucb Unknown Seas. Vol. XVIII. CHICAGO AND NEW YORK, FEBRUARY 22, 1902. No. 716. Sevbntkenth Ybab. CopyriEht 1902, by Amerioan Florist Company. Entered as Second-Class Mail Matter. PXTBUBHXD KVIBT SATTIKDAT BT AMERICAN FLORIST COMPANY, 334 DMrbom 5t., Chlcaco. Butcrn Otflca: 79 Milk St., Boston. Subscription, 11.00 a year. To Europe, 12.00. Subscriptions accepted only from the trade. SOCIETY OF AMERICAN FLORISTS AND ORNAMENTAL HORTICULTURISTS. OrFicERs — John Burton. Pbiladelphia, Pa., president J. W. C. Deakb, Asbeville, N. C, vice- presideni, Wm. J. Stewart, 79 Milk Street, Boston, Mass., secretary; H. B. Bbattt, Oil City, Pa., treasurer. The eighteenth annual meeting will be held at Asheyille, N. C, August, 1902. AMERICAN ROSE SOCIETY. Annual meeting at New York, March 11-13. 1902, Leonabb Babbon, 136 Liberty St., New York, secretary. THE AMERICAN CARNATION SOCIETY. Annual convention at Indianapolis, February, 19 and 20, 1902. Albebt M. Hebb, Lancaster, Pa. , secretary. CHRYSANTHEMUM SOCIETY OF AMERICA. Annual meeting at Asheville, N. C, August, 1902. Edwin Lonsdale, Chestnut Hill, Pa., Sec'y. THIS ISSUE 48 PAGES WITH COVER. CONTENTS. American Carnation Society 109 — Eleventh annual meetine (ill us.) ICO —President-elect C W. Ward (portrait) 109 —President's add i' as Ill -Secretary's report 112 —Treasurer's report 113 -Report or judges 113 — Prominent participants (portraits) 113 — Those prose nt 113 — Criticism of growers' methods 114 —Sterilized soil for stem-rot 115 — "Injeanny" 116 — Some of the new carnations (illus.) 117 'I'he Balduin coniroversy 118 Chicago 118 St. Louis 1 19 Chrysanthemum Society of America 120 Philadelphia 130 Boston 120 Obituary 131 Cleveland 132 The seed trade 136 New York 136 The nursery trade 138 Toronto 1-38 Our pastimes 13U Buffalo 132 Lowell, Mass 134 Pueblo. Co'o 136 Scranton, Pa 138 Providence. R.I 140 Columbus, O 142 San Francisco 144 Los Angeles 148 Nashville 159 AMERICAN CARNATION SOCIETY. ELEVENTH ANNUAL MEETING, INDIANAPOLIS, IND., FEB. J9 and 20, J902. The eleventh annual meeting of the American Carnation Society, held at Indianapolis, February 19 and 20, must be recorded as by far the most suc- cessful in the history ol the organization. The Society of Indiana Florists, under the auspices of -which the meeting was held, made excellent preparations for it. The German House proved to be an ideal place for the exhibition and meetings. PRESJDENT-ELECT C. W. WARD. It is true, perhaps, that had all the oar- nations sent to Indianapolis for exhibi- tion and competition been staged, the hall would have been pretty well crowded, but those exhibitors whose stock arrived late placed only a few of their carnations on the tables. It was again most unfortunate that the exhibits of some of the leading growers were detained on the way, owing to storms and other causes. Among those thus delayed were Peter Fisher, of Ellis, Mass.; Wm. Nicholson, Framingham, Mass.; Chicago Carnation Company, Joliet, 111., and during the meeting a message was received from John N. May, Summit, N. J., to the effect that his exhibits could not be shipped on account of the storm. It is probable that many others from the east would have attended but for the storm which raged early in the week. We failed to notice a single representative from Philadelphia, no doubt due to this cause. The Boston delegation was held up at Cleveland for sixteen hours and that from Buflalo did not arrive until late in the afternoon of the opening day. With the exception of these drawbacks, however, the meeting was the most suc- cessful of the kind ever held. The exhibits generally were of higher quality than heretofore and the unusually large and representative attendance of persons in the trade afforded ample evidence of the deep mterest which is taken in the afiairs of this society. The exhibition hall was handsomely decorated and well arranged for the convenience of exhibitors and the public. The wild smilax used in decorative work was generously donated for the occasion by Caldwell, the Woods- man Company, of Evergreen, Ala. Promptly at 1 o'clock on the opening day the entries were closed and soon after the judges were at work on the various classes. In the evening the hall was open to the general public, but though no admission fee was asked, those outside the trade who wished to see the display had to present one of the admission tickets which were freely distributed by the members of the local society. The hall was filled by such -visi- tors in the evening, also on the follo-wing day. It was understood that the largest ship- mentofflowersmadeforthe occasion was that ofBassett & Washbnm, of Chicago, but although this firm was a heavy prize-winner, the greater part of the shipment was donated to the flower booth for the benefit of the local society. The greatest interest, perhaps, centered in the award of the Lawson gold medal, for the best 100 blooms of any variety, and the S. A. F. silver and bronze medals, for the best unintroduced seedlings. The Lawson medal and the S. A. F. silver medal were awarded to the E. G. Hill Company, of Richmond, Ind.,for Adonis, and the S. A, F. bronze medal awarded to 110 The American Florist. Feb. 22, Richard Witterstaetter, for his seedling No. 723. It should be stated here that the E. G. Hill Company generously requested the permission of the society to transfer the Lawson medal to Richard Witter- staetter, of Cincinnati, O., the originator of Adonis, and this action was heartily endorsed. A full list of the awards will be found elsewhere in this issue. In the absence of President Wm. G. Bertermann, unhappily due to ill-health, Vice-President Fred H. Lemon called the meeting to order for the opening session, February 19, at 11:15 a. m. The prin- cipal business of this meeting was the selection of judges, which resulted as fol- lows: On certificates— C. W. Ward, Queens, N. Y ; Adam Graham, Cleveland, O.; Emil Buettner, Chicago, Ills. On classes A, B and C — Eugene Dailledouze, Flatbush, N. Y.; Paul M. Pierson, Scar- borough, N. Y.; W. N. Rudd, Mt. Green- wood, 111. On special premiums — Ernst Asmns, West Hoboken,N.J.; Fred Burki, Bellevue, Pa ; A. Herrington, Madison, N. J. There was some discussion with reference to placing in competition ship- ments of stock which arrived late, but the society decided to adhere to the rules and close the entries at 1 o'clock. At the afternoon session, called to order at 2:15 o'clock. Mayor Bookwalter cordially welcomed the visitors and humorously presented them with the freedom of the city. Mrs. Vesey, of Fort Wayne, spoke for Indiana, and C. W. Ward responded in suitable terms. Vice- President Lemon then read the address of President Bertermann, and after a few remarks, J. S. Sttiart and Lewis Ullrich were appointed to forward a suitable reply. The reports of the secretary and treasurer followed and were adopted. There was some discussion in regard to retaining the society's badge, but it was ultimately decided to continue it. E. G. Gillett's paper, "Criticism of Growers' Methods," was next read and the dis- cussion of same deferred. The report of the committee on incorporation w^as then presented, but the vote on the matter was postponed until the following day. At the evening session there was some discussion of Mr. Gillett's paper and that on "Sterilized Soil for Stem-rot" was read by Wallace R. Pierson. In reply to queries brought out by this paper, it was stated that there was a marked dififer- ence in the flowers produced on sterilized and unsterilized soil, in favor of the former, that sterilizing would deprive the soil of all bacteria and red spider and that the cost of sterilizing soil for a house 16x300 feet would be about $25. The report of the judges was adopted as read. The next business was the nomination of officers and place of meeting for next year. Brooklyn was nominated for the place of meeting, the Detroit representa- tives, who had been making some effort to secure it for their city, withdrawing in favor of the former. C. W. Ward, Queens, N. Y., was nominated for presi- dent; Henry Dailledouze, Flatbush, N. Y., vice-president; Albert M. Herr, Lancas- ter, Pa., secretary; Fred. Domer, Jr., Lafayette, Ind., treasurer. The morning session of February 20 proved to be the concluding one of the HILL'S VASE OF CARNATION ADONIS. meeting. Brooklyn was chosen as the place of meeting next year and the officers nominated the previous day elected. The judges, in their report, made certain recommendations, which were concurred in by the society and referred to the executive committee for action. Wm. Scott, Wm. Nicholson and Wm. K. Partridge were appointed to prepare a premium list for next year. C. W. Ward lead the discussion on sub-watering in a humorous manner. He expressed his willingness to answer any questions on the subject, and in reply to one member, said that sub-watering would be profit- able to the ordinary grower if the man had capital enough and brainsenough to run it. Replying to another query, he eave the cost of sub-watering at from $1 50 to $3 per running foot, according to the brains and experience used in building the benches, adding that it required all the brains that could be got into one cranium. It was his opinion that a great advantage was gained from sub- watering and he briefly described the plans and material used in the construction of his benches, which are familiar to our readers, generally. Under the same con- ditions sub-watering proved to be one- third better in quantity and one-fourth better in quality than surface watering and the stems obtained under sub-water- ing are from four to six inches longer. One of his experiments consisted of tak- ing a group of the poorest plants and a group of the best, in which the poorest, under the sub-watering system, soon excelled the best treated by surface watering. He claimed that the bricks used in sub-watering were beneficial to theextent that they held the heat and moisture longer than any wooden trough and that by this method the soil does not become so hard as in surface watering. He concluded by stating that his experiments in this line had extended over a period of three years, and that while he was not yet able to give out anything definite with regard to the success of sub-watering, he was well pleased with the results thus far achieved. The discussion here turned on the arti- ficial fertilizers used by Mr. Ward. In this connection he stated that he had used phosphoric acid, nitrate of soda and potash in the ratio of ten, twenty and thirty, dissolved in water, one-half to one ounce to the gallon. This solution was used in the benches about once a week He also stated that he had used these ingredients in different proportions with nearly the same results, but stated that his experiments in this direction had been interrupted by being called from his place of business and that he did not care to leave the work in the hands of some- one else. Replying to a question with regard to the value of manure as com- pared with artificial fertilizers, he stated that there was practically no diflerence. In some localities, however, he thought it would be advantageous to use the manure for the reason that it can be pur- chased cheaper. The subject of incorporation was again taken up and it was resolved to at once file articles of incorporation under the laws of the state of New York. In order to do this, it was necessary to increase the executive committee to nine, bv add- ing the otlicers and two new names. The two new names added to the list were those of Judge Vesey and Eugene Daille- douze. It was further resolved that the articles of incorporation and by-laws be printed and a copy forwarded to each member of the society at least thirty days before the next annual meeting. igo2. The American Florist. Ill GENERAL VIEW OF THE EXHIBITION HALL, CARNATION CONVENTION, INDIANAPOLIS, FEBRUARY 19 AND 20, 1902. J. S. Stuart brought up the question of adopting the carnation as the national doral emblem of the United States of America. The society voted for its adop- tion and a committee, consisting of J. S. Stuart, E. G. Gillett and E. G. Hill was appointed to promote its claims. The meeting then adjourned. The banquet tendered the visitors by the Society of Indiana Florists at the Grand Hotel on the evening of February liO was a very elaborate and tasteful aflair. Considerably over 200 persons participated and there were many ladies present. When the cofiee had been ser\'ed, Toastmaster Hill called upon J. A. E. Haugh, who responded to the toast, "The Indiana Florists;" William Scott spoke for "The Society of American Florists"; Fred H. Lemon, "The American Carnation Society;" J. A. Valentine had "A Message from the Rockies"; C. W. Ward, "Fellowship of Florists;" L. E. Marquiiee, "The Carnation of the Future"; A. Herrington, "The Chrysan- themum"; John Thorpe, "Kansas City Flower Show"; E. G. Gillett, "Indiana"; J. D. Carmody, "As Usual." E. G. Hill spoke with much feeling on the absence of President Bertermann, stating that he had supervised most of the arrangements for the entire meeting, but was at the last moment compelled to seek a more genial climate on account of his poor health. The festivities continued until about 2 a. m. It was unfortunate that many had to leave on the early trains, and thus missed a rich feast of eloquence. Convention Notes. The Philadelphia contingent was rep- resented only by John Walker, now at at Youngstown, O., who has really been away from Philadelphia nearly two years. The boys were greatly missed. A number of the western delegates remained over Friday and Saturday, and visited the big growers at various Indiana points. The Old Guard made but a wavering line, with Craig, May, Lonsdale, Burton, Kift and Stewart absent. As usual, there was considerable inter- change of good ideas after and between the society meetings. The excellent bowling alleys at the Ger- man House were much appreciated by the visitors. Fritz Bahr and Anton Then made fun enough for all the crowd all the time. Judge Vesey has a quiet way of doing things that is very eflective. The Hoosiers have cut out a stifl pace for the Brooklynites. The chrysanthemum society is look- ing up. We'll come again, "Injeanny," soon. President's Address. President Wm. G. Bertermann was unable to be present, being in New Mexico for his health, bnthe prepared an address to the society, which was read by Vice-President Fred. H. Lemon. It was as follows: Again we are assembled, this being the eleventh annual meeting of this progres- sive society. As there is much business of importance before us to be taken care of, your president will confine himself to a few thoughts as they have occurred to him. The Indiana boys are happy to have you all with them in the great carnation belt, in the region where the best blood of the carnation of to-day originated. When you met with us some years ago, a start had been made; but that meeting helped to make our growers further pro- gressive in the line of new seedlings and new varieties worthy of trial by anyone. Since then carnations have grown right along in quality, and it is wonderful how the public has gradually taken up the demand for strictly fine flowers. How- ever, carnation flowers of all kinds, depending on the location, are in favor with everybody. While at times the immense glut on the principal markets is somewhat discouraging, however, these times are of short duration; and a remedy — who will find it ? Speaking of strictly first-class, fine flowers, they are with us, but is it not a mistake to also bring up the prices to a fabulous sum during favorable times? While the retailer wants the best, and is willing to pay a top price, however, there should be a limit. This society and florists' clubs all over the country have done much to popu- larize the divine flower in holding free exhibitions, special exhibitions, and so forth, and much more can be done in that direction. A noticeable fact and one of satisfaction, were the select and splendid displays of carnation blooms at several of the fall exhibitions. Was it the favor- able weather during previous months, or are carnation plants taking a firmerhold than formerly ? Right here let us consider varieties doing well in one section of the country while in another they are nearly a failure. Could a division be made, trials fixed at diflerent points ? There is much growing demand for summer carnation flowers. Some grow- ers should satisfy the demands of retailers in this respect. Some experiments with incandescent lights for growing carna- tions at night have been made success- fully, but would it justify the means to grow under artificial lights in times of scarcity of cut blooms ? The Society of Indiana Florists, during last fall's great chrysanthemum show and floral festival, adopted resolutions recommending that the carnation be 112 The American Florist. Feb. 22, adopted by this society as the national flower. A grand speech p;iven by the Hon. John L. Griffith, of Indianapolis, during one evening of the exhibition, showed the public to be in full sympathy with the movement. There is very much in favor of such a move; everything is in favor of our divine flower being placed on the national pedestal. A free discussion is desired, and everyone should be pre- pared to say something when the time comes. While you are deliberating over the many interests of our sturdy young society, do not lorget the sociabilities. Many are against too much sociability, but your president, for one, would like to see everyone enjoy himself on his short vacation from home. The boys of Indiana will give you both work and play. Sfcretary's Report. Your secretary reports having issued the proceedings in due time, the prelim- inary premium list in July, the regular premium list in January and several cir- culars during the year, all of which have been mailed to every paid up member of the society, no one ever being omitted. The question of the permanent fund involves considerable begging on the part of the secretary and is something of a nuisance. If we could decide on a cer- tain amount, raise it, and be done with it, outside of the life membership money, it would be better all around. The interest from this money should be placed in the working fund of the society, as our expenses are increasing every year and the annual dues of $2 from some 200 members do not reach far in paying a stenographer, the printing of the reports, the expenses of the exhibition and one hundred and one little items. We have been helped out considerably by the advertising in the premium list and the members should patronize these adver- tisers whenever possible. Our badges and recognition cards, as now conducted, are an annual expense of some $30. The society should take into consideration the benefits derived and decide if we shall continue as we ha^e started. The labels are rather crude afiairs, being the result of some of your secre- tary's economizing. We should have a neat, uniform label, easily attached, and furnish them to intending exhibitors in such numbers as they may need and let the exhibitor have the names printed or type-written on. If entries were made in good time this could easily be attended to byyour secre- tary, but at this date, February 13. there are three entries in the hands of your secretary and only one of these gives the tames wanted for labels, the others do not. February 15 is given in the premium list as the latest day for entries to reach the secretary. The same CARNATION ALBA. notice was inserted in the circular sent with your badge and in each of the trade papers so that there is no excuse for piling up all the work on your secretary for the last two days before the meeting and expecting to have it properly attended to. All entries received on February 16 and 17 that do not show by the post- mark on the envelope that they were mailed in time to reach me February l.'> will be charged $1 for each entry, accord- ing to rules and if the society thinks this too stringent they can rescind this rule and reimburse those who have paid. Interest in the society is steadily on the increase and our membership is growing in a good, healthy manner, so that we can congratulate ourselves on the stand- ing of our society to-day. Treasurer's Report. RECEIPTS. Balance Feb. IS, 1901 $ 115.0:! Dues, etc CL'S 55 Permanent fund, Feb. 18, l'.)01 000 CO Receipts, permanent fund 750.00 Total $2,393.58 EXPENDITURES. Premiums, printing,w but leptle wit. Most oft you'll find the melon that's tin- lar^es' in the store. Has, where the aweetes' part should be, jes' a big holler core. An jes' to show thi- reasons why us Hoosiers air so sure That our's about the only state, I'll now upon this lloor Give you some fac's to think about, an' then 1 bet you'll say VS you could only pull up stakes, you'd come right bere and stay. igo2. The American Florist. 117 CARNATION GOODENOUGH. CARNATION CHALLENGER. CARNATION SYLVIA. THREE OF THE SEASON'S SEEDLING OFFERINGS BY EASTERN CARNATION GROWERS. A lerllR sile on ev'ry side, yields bountous craps each fall. An happear homes cannot be foun' onlhistures- chual ball. Eaob kouDty seat's a hustlin' town, with faclrys rushed pellmell. An not a spot but you can hear a jangUn' enjine bell. An' we air proud as proud can be of many a fav- rite son, Who'se made by some gr^;it deed, a name good nuff fer anyone. An' Morton, Colfax, Hendricks, air honored o'er the Ian* Hut first of all is Harrison in this immortal ban'. Jes' eive .Tim Riley pen an' ink an' set him down to write, True nater's pitcher then you'll see put down in black an' white. You'll smell the blossom's fragrunce, see the rus- lin' or the pines, An' hear the bees a hummin' in the sprawlin" ponbiu vines. An' Where's another Wallace, with a book like his Ben Hur? A chap sets down to read it, by gum, he cannot stir. Booth Tarkintun, an' Egglestun, air churist by all ban's. With Thompson, he who writthe book "Ole Alice of Vinsans." To bring this balky dunky leetle nearer to his cart, I'll tech now on a subjec' lying cIo0® 3.00 Violets 50® .7.1 Sweet peas 50® .7ri Callas 10 0,@15.C0 Lily of the valley 3.00® 4.00 Romans 1 .'50(.') 2.50 Narcissi 2.60(''> 3.00 Tulips 3.00m i.OO Smilax I0.00®15.00 Aiparagua Sprengeri 1.00@ 1.50 •■ PlumosuB 1.00® 1.60 Frank M. Ellis, WHOLESALE riORIST. 1316 Pine Street, ST. LOUIS, MO. CONSIGNMENTS SOLICITED. H.G.BERNING Wholesale riorist 1322 Pine St., ST. LOUlS> MO. C. A. KUEHN, Wholesale Florist, IISS PINE STRBET. ^ ST. LOUIS, HO. VA complete line of Wire Dealpia. Pittsburg Cut Flower Go."' WHOLESALE FLORISTS. — Pittsburg, Pa. The Cincinnati Gut Flower Co., -----6. WHOLESALE FLORISTS. Consignments Solicited. Special Attention Given to Shipping Orders. Cut Flower Exchange, WM. UILGBK, Managrer, WHOLESALE COMMISSION. Full liut* of Florists' SuppUfs and Decorations. Special attention to shipping orders. 26 Miami Avenue. DETKOIT, MICH. RICE BROTHERS Whotesal* Florists and Supplias. Reoalvert and Shippart of Freth Cut Flowar*. Contlgnmantt Solloittd. 138 N. sixth St., HlnDenpolls, MIdd. FUaie mention the A merican J'toritt when writing igo2. The American Florist. 123 Wc Concentrate Our Efforts upon handling cut flowers as they shoold be handled; upon giving our customers the best service to be had anywhere. It stands to reason that we can give better satisfaction to cut flower buyers than can houses where cut flowers are only a side line to stocks of other florists' supplies. E.C.Amling The Largest, Best Equipped and Most Centrally Located Wholesale Cut Flower House in Chicago. 32-34-36 Randolph St. CHICAGO. L. D. PHONES 1999 AND 1977. PRICE LIST. BEAUTIES. Stems, 36 inches, per doz., $5.00 " 30 " " 4.0O " 24 " " 3 00 " 20 " " 2.00 " 15 " " l.SO " 12 " " 1 DO " 6 to 8 in. pet 100, J4.00 6.00 Brides " E.OO 8.00 Maids " 4.00 800 Meteors " 3.00 6.00 GoldenGate " 4.00 8 00 Carnations " 1.00 l.SO " large and fancies " 2.00 3.00 Mignonette perdoz., .35 .50 Callas perdoz., 1.25 1.50 Violets, double per 100, .75 1.25 single " .50 .75 Valley, select " 2.00 3.00 Romans per 100, 2.00 3.00 Tulips " 3.00 4.00 Daffodils " 3.00 Paper Whites " 2.00 3 OO Freesias " 2.00 3.00 Asparagus plumosus, per stg, .50 .60 Sprengeri, per 100, 3.00 4.00 Ferns, per 1000, J2.00; " .25 Galax, " 1.00; " .15 Leucothoe sprays.... " .75 Adiantum " 11.00 1.50 Smilax per doz., 1.25 1.50 Prices subject to change without notice J. H. BUDLONG Soses and Carnations A Specialty.. 37-39 Randolph Street, CHICAGO. WHOLESALE 6R0WER of CUT FLOWERS WEILAMD AND Risen CHICAOO'S RELIABLE Wholesale Groweri and Shippers ol OUT FLOWERS. 59 Wabash Ave., Chicago. BBHO FOR WIBKIT PEIOB LIST. WHOLESALE FLORISTS Bassett&Washburn 76 & 78 Wabash Ave., CHICAGO. Cut Flowers : HINSDALE. ILL. Hboleaale Dealers and Growers o( GREENHOUSES Benthey&Co. F. F. BENTHEY. Manager, Wholesale Commission Florists 81-35 Randolph St., CHICAGO. CVConsliniiiients solicited FRANK GARLAND, '"•r::,.. Cut Flowers SPECIAL ATTENTION 13Vf3^ 1» T^ SB OIVEN TO HARDY CUT -"^ M3f.M.^..L:^ 1^ 69-57 WABASH AVENUE, Telephone Central 3284. CEXIO.A.OO. A. L. Randall, WHOLESALE riORIST, 4 Washington Strast, CHICAGO Send for weekly price list and special quotations on 1000 lots. Wbol^aie pbwer/larl^fe Roiei, Beauty, CHiOAeo, Feb. 21 36-inch atemi 24 20 15 12 6to8 5.0O 4.00 3.00 2.00 1.60 1.00 'per 100 4.00@6.00 Bride, Bridesmaid 4.00@ 8.00 " Meteor 3.00® 6.00 " Perle 3 00® 6.00 " QoldenGate 4.00® 8.00 Carnations 1.00® 3.00 Violets 75® 1.26 Lily of the valley 2.00® 3.00 Callas, perdoz 1.2S@1.50 Tulips 3.00® 4.00 Romans, Paper Whites 2.00(g» 3.00 A.diantum 1 00@ 1 50 Common ferns per 1,000 12 00 ,25 Galax leaves, per 1000 (1.00 .15 Smilax per dozen 1.25® 1.50 For EASTER Forcing Fine, select LILY OF THE VALLEY PIPS, $1.50 per 100; $12.50 per 1000; $30 per case of 2500. FANCY CUT VALLEY always on hand at market price. 1409-1411 W. Madison Street, CHICAGO, ILL t^ase mention the A mencan Florist when writing. oh:oiob> LILY of the VALLEY in large quantilies^ the finest that is grown, $4 and $5 per JOO. JOHN WOLF, SAVANNAH, QA. Mease mention (he American Florist when writing E. H. Hunt, WltOLESALE. Cut flowers THE "OLD RELIABLE," 76 Wabash Ave., CHICAGO. BED. REINBERG, '^^lo^ Cut Flowers Choice American Beautiei. We will take oare of your orders at reasonable prices. Prompt attention. B1 Wabash Ava., CHIGAaO, ILL. PETER REINBERG, Grower and Wholesaler of Cat Flowers. eOO.OOO PKET OP QLA88. Headquarters for American Beauty. 51 Wabash Ave., • CHICA80, ILL JOHN MUNO, Wholesale Grower and Shipper of Koom 221. 51 Wabash Ave., CHICAGO. Tblephone Centbal 3598. All telegraph aad teleplione orders given prompt attention. Gut Flowers Poehlmann Bros. Co. Wholesale Growers of and Dealers in Cut Flowers All telegraph and telephone orders given prompt attention. o5-o7 Obeenbouses: Randolph Street, Morton Grove, III. CHICAQO. ILL. Mention the American Florist when writing to advertisers on this page. 124 The American Florist. Feb. 22, PLANTS FOR EASTER »> NOVELTIES IN RIBBONS SAMUEL S. PENNOCK, Wholesale Florist, Ilil2-IB lUDLOW ST., PHIUOELPHU. P«. GEO. A. SUTHERLAND, 34 Hawley St., BOSTON. Telephone 1270 Slain. BEST BOSTON FLOWERS. AU SuppUes, An entire floor Devoted to Stock and Manu- facturing. Distributing Agent for United States for tlie wonderful LETTER, unequalled for design work. Script, any color, ZVtf, a letter. Block letters, \V» each. The most elaborate design work to order in a few minutes. Gensral AeENTe: H. BAYERSDORFER & CO.. Philitfalphls. REED h KELLER. New York Cit>. SPECIALTIES THIS WEEK: Special American Beauty, Lily of the Valley, Violets. CITY HALL GUT FLOWER MARKET WELCH BROS.. Props. Boston, Mass. 9 CHAPMAN PLACE. 15 PROVINCE STREET. ^as The best market for Growers who can ship good Cot Flower stock. J. K. SLLEN, 106 West 28th Street, urii/ vnDV PITV Telephone 167 Madison Sq. HCIY lUnKbllli N. F. McCarthy & go. 84 Hawley St., BOSTON, ARE RECEIVING ELEGANT ROSES ALL VARIETIES. DON'T YOU WANT SOME? Tel 734 and 64 Mala. Geo. M. Moss, WHOLESALE FLORIST, 32 South 17th Street, PHILADELPHIA, PA. Long Distance 'Phone 1-41-26 D. Consignments of Roses, Carnations. Violets solicited. N.Y. GUT FLOWER EXCHANGE 404>4I2 E. 34th St. Near Ferry. Open for Cat Flower Sales at 6 o'clock Every Alomingf DESIRABLE WALL SPACE TO RENT FOR ADVERTISING. JOHN DONALDSON, Secretary. Wbol^ale power/arKjfe BOBTON, Feb. 19. Boies, Beauty, extra 35.00@60.00 medium 12.00@20.00 " " culls 6.00® 8.00 " Bride, Bridesmaid, Meteor. 4.00@ 6.00 extra 8.00@IO.00 Carnations 1 50@ 2 00 fancy 3.00® » 00 Lily of the valley 2.00® 3.00 Violets 30® .60 Harrisii lilies 8 00@12.50 Freesia l.O0(CaSF»A.TCH. F. B. VANDEGRIFT & CO., Publishers of Vandegrift's United States Tariff. Customs Brokers and Forwarders. Foreign Express, Export and Insurance Brokers. JUFW Vnni^ OHice, 66 Beaver Street j A. B. C Code Used I CVUV kc.(\ Office. 315 Dearborn St- riLH I UHll Telephone. 9i8 Broad. | Cable Address. Vangrift. I tllltAUU I'bone, Harrison 840. Rhododendron Maximum iKalmia Latifolia The two best native Evergreen Shrubs for out-of-door ornatnentatioa. Furnished by car load lots or in smiller quantities. Send for prices, also Special Rhododendron circulars. VINCA MINOR— 10,000 3-iDch clumps for sale cheai. Fine lot of general nursery stock. EASTERIS NURSERIES^ m. m. Pawson. Mgr. Jamaica Plain, Mass. Park Architects and Dealers will find whatever they want in the Holland Nurseries, DeBilt near Utrecht SPECIALTIES ABE : Conifers. Evergreens, Hardy Shrubs, Lilacs, Omamentai Trees, Fruit Trees in different forms, Azaleas, Rhododendron Pontictim and Hybridum. Please send list of your w^ants and write for general catalogue. We will make you special offers. Write to GROENEWEGEN & ZOON, De Bllt, near Otrecht, Holland. B.W. DIRKEN, Oudenbosch, Holland. ORNAMENTAL AND FOREST TREES A SPECIALTY. Conifers, Evergreens, Hollies, Etc. j^ j^ j^ Prices on Application. ROOTED CUTTINSS OUR SPECIALTY Vtrbtnii, M slundard iuiiihmI kinds, 60ij per 100: Jft.UO |wr 1000. Hdlotropt, 14 niinifd vaneties, Jl 00 iier 100; *H.0O per 1000. Pclunlai, 24 varieties, $1 2F> per iro. Salvias, 5 varieties, Kl. 00 per 100. Agiratums,^ varie- ties, fiOo per 100. Coitus, 34 varleues. 6uo per 100; 15.00 per 1000. Atyssum, (I.OO per 100. Express prepaid on all Rooted Cuttines. Satisfactiou guaranteed. Cash with order. Write — 8. D. BKANT, CLAY CENTER, KAN. Send to THE MOON For j Trees, Shrubs, Vines Your j and Small Fruits. Descriptive Illustrated Catalogue Free, THE WM. H. MOON CO. MorrisvlMe, Pa. Riiododenijrons "Mtn." Choice plants.. 6 to 10 in., TBc per 10; $fi 00 per 100 " 12 to IH-in., 81.5'> per 10; 12.f>0 per lOO Special prices on large lota Cash with llrat ordor. Khododeudrnn Leavos Tor festooniDt^s. 60c per 1000 J. N. PRITCHARD, Elk Park, N. C. AZALEAS. 10 to 12-in.. 40 cents each; larec nliints, .W cents. CYCLAIMENS. 4-in., $8 per 1(0: CYCLA- MENS, .".-in , il.fO |..r di/.^n. CINERARIAS. 4-iu., ■ts PIT lllf; CINER«RIAS. ."i-in , $1 .^0 per do7.cn. CRIMSON RAMBLER ROSES. 2 to 3-rt., 60 lo 75oents r:ic,h. HARRISII LILY PLANTS. 10 cents per bud 08C0NICA PRIMROSES. 4-in., $1.00 per dozen. All the above ur*- t^n^iriiiitee.l ri^ht for Easter. WHITTON &. SONS. Cllv and r.reRn Sts.. Utica. N. Y. Always do bu iness, Wetk days and everyday Sundays and holiday;, All over the country. At home and abroid. American florists ^^ Ads igo2. The American Florist. 129 WE TOOK SIX PRIZES at the NATIONAL CARNATION SHOW at IN- DIANAPOLIS 1st prize for best 100 Red. prize for best J 00 Lawson. prize for best J 00 Yellow. 2nil prize for best J 00 Prosperity, prize for best 100 Maceo. prize for best J 00 Mrs.Bradt. Our Carnations were pitted against all the prominent gfrowers of the country and we feel very proud of our success. When wanting: fancy stock buy direct of the growers and get the freshest and choicest stock in the West. Basseft & Washburn, store 76 Wabash Ave., Chicago. Greenhouses, Hinsdale, 111. COMMISSIONS CARRIED OUT in LONDON or any part of Great Britain. Messrs. WILLS & SEGAR will attend to -any commission from American florists for the supply of Cut Flowers, Birihday Flowers, Bouquets, High Class Floral Designs, etc., to their clients who may be traveling in England. Wll I C ff. CCRAD Court Florists to His nILLO 06 OLUMni majesty, The King. ROYAL EXOTIC Nursery, TiLEOBAUs, Onslow Crescent, South Kensington, FLo«cin.o London. LONDON, ENGLAND. The Coming Scarlet Carnation, CHALLENGER Absolutely the best and most free flowering Scarlet Carnation ever introduced, large size, splendid color, never bur&ts,llowers early and all the time. Certificate R. L Florists' Club; R. L Hort. Society. Price for strong well rooted cuttings ready now, dozen, $2.00; ■twenty-five, $3; 50, $5; 100, $J0; 1000, $75. Willlani Hoffman, Florist. Pawlucket, R. I. CARNATIONS Rooted Cuttings of all the new 1902 and best standard varieties. Send for price list. WILLIAM SWAYNE. BOX 226. KENNETT SQUARE, PA. Kennicoff Bros. Co. WHOLESALE COMMISSION FLORISTS FLORISTS' SUPPLIES. AND DEALERS IN ALL KINDS OF w E are supplying all comers for roses, even in the times of greatest scarcity in the rose market. Qualities are excellent. Carnations were never better. Whatever you want, you can get it here. Specialties : Klehms' Novelty Tulip and Lily of the Val- ley from home grown pips, the biggest valley ever grown. 42-44 Randolph St., CHICAGO. '■mUiiiimi-iii'tiiimiiiUtmi'ititiiiiii^ ROBT. CRAIG & SON, Roses, Palms and Novelties in Decorative Plants, i Market and 49th Sts., Philadelphia, Pa. RAFFIA VAUGHAN'S SEED STORE, NATURAL COLORED. CHICAGO NEW YORK. Please mention the American Florist to our advertisers. 130 The American Florist. Feb. 22y Our pasTiMEs. A^Dnouncements of coming coQtests or other events of interest to oar bowling, shooting and OToling readers are solicited and will be given place in this column. Address all correspondence for this department to Wm. J. Stewart, 79 Milk St., Boston, Mass.; Eobt. Kift, 1725 Chestnut St., Philadelphia, Pa.; or to the American Florist Co.. 3:!4 Dearborn St., Ohioago, 111. At New York. Monday, February 17, was one of the stormiest days experienced here in ten years, but there were three of theregnlars who braved the trip to the bowling alleys and they were helped out by a new recruit, no less a personage than Mr. William Bogart. Ten games were reeled ofi, of which the following are samples: Mansfield 194 191 1S9 Hafner 156 157 184 Lang 2i4 205 216 Bogart 212 96 73 At Flalbtish. The following is the record made on Flatbush alleys on Thursday evening, February 20: Plaver l«t 2d 3d H. DaiMedouze 135 120 124 P. Dailledouze 121 143 98 Wocker. 155 151 168 Schmutz 173 147 144 Woerner 120 139 122 C. Zeller 94 85 87 Riley 190 179 165 Eaynor 101 139 1(2 Stewart 121 1S8 9S Butterfleld 335 167 163 A.Zeller 187 119 110 At Newport. On the evening of February 12 five Newport gardeners were defeated by a team of Newport artillery officers. It was a return match, the gardeners hav- ing won out in the first contest. Follow- ing is the score: GABDENER9. 1st 2d 3d T'l Gardner 113 109 91 313 Stark 99 117 126 342 Smith 1(7 133 112 352 Doe 73 119 141 327 Patterson 123 107 122 352 Total 5'5 .579 ii92 1686 Artillerymen 620 607 688 1913 At Chicago. On Tuesday evening, Febrnarv 18, several familiar faces were missed from the bowling alleys, owing to their wear- ers being en route to Indianapolis with them. Following is the score: All Stafb 1st 2d 3d T'l Chas. Ha luir 141 144 180 465 C.A.Hunt 140 128 119 387 ,)ohn DRKoan 149 148 153 450 Geo. Pieser 112 134 246 Total 430 532 688 1548 Wholesalebs 1st 2d 8d T'l Jos. Foerster 182 149 169 .500 Chas. Hughes 127 155 142 4!4 .John Sterrett 168 171 126 46i Winterson 99 166 265 Total 477 574 6(3 1654 Gbowers 1st 2d 3d T'l Geo. Stollerv 147 180 190 517 Fred. Stollery 169 1.59 214 542 .T. P. SinniT 97 118 67 282 (J. Schafer 147 149 129 425 Total 660 806 600 1766 Retailers 1st 2<1 8d T'l John Lumbros 193 123 205 5>l Kd. KodiTs i;f9 148 128 4i5 Ed. Hauswirth 117 180 172 469 Geo.Asmus 144 168 154 406 Total 593 619 (159 1871 There is a match game on for the Star alleys next Monday night, E.G. Benthev against P. J. Hauswirth, ten games, total pins to connt. At Jamesto-wn, N. Y. The bowling club ot the employes of the Lakeview Rose Gardens has been permanently organized by the election of the following officers: President, W. N. Coyne; treasurer, M. McCne; secretary, Jas. Lydens; corresponding secretary, Alex. Scott; manager, Jas. Brooks. The management of the firm will give a suit- able trophy for competition and it is likely that a bowling alley will be erected at the greenhouses this summer, in con- junction with the clubroom and library At present two teams composed of rose p;rowers and carnation growers are roll- ing a series of games. The following is the score made February 13: ROSE eBOWEBS. Player Ist 2d 8d T'l Wm. Coyne 163 153 116 4(2 M. MoCue 135 112 117 364 C. Gunton 102 152 153 407 Ed. Boyer 114 108 137 3,59 Jas. B-ooks 109 117 89 315 Fred. Connors 123 114 8i 322 CarlCarson 86 117 111 314 Total 832 843 808 2483 CABNATION eBOWEBB. Player Ist 2d 8d T'l J. Doxie 116 90 m 292 J. Lvdens 125 141 13t 400 C. Hennon 133 1(2 120 35-1 J. Eidens 114 114 93 321 A. Soott 129 141 140 410 Wm. Bennett 109 60 79 248 F. Gunton Ill 93 149 353 Total 837 741 801 237B A. S. At Philadelphia. The bowlers give the pin boys butlittle rest these days, as the matinee and even- ing performances are generally well attended. The associate members are the most constant, having more time at their command. There is a record slate which contains the highest scores of the day, week, month and year, and also the highest single game on record for the alleys and the best triple, or three game totals. No game that does not pass the double century mark finds a place on the board and these are often changed sev- eral times a day. William Gibson has been presented by some of his friends, who know his fondness for the game, with a miniature set of ten pins. It is said that "Billy" practices on these at home and as a consequence a new coat of plaster has been found necessary. On Monday, February 17, the Florists defeated the Century Wheelmen, teams of five, in their regular schedule in the Bawling League tourney. It was a great contest, for the defeated team averaged 538 pins per man and the victors 565. The total of 2824 is very nearly up to the record for this city. The winning puts the Florists well in the lead and practically assures them of the cham- pionship. K. WHOLESALE PRICE LIST of Cut Flowers. BEAUTIES. Stems, 36 lacties, per doz., |4.00 " 30 " " 3.S0 " 24 " " 3.00 " 20 " " 200 15 " " 1.50 12 " " 1.00 " 6to8in. per 100, 16 00 8.00 Per 100 BRIDES and MAIDS ...fS 00 to >8.00 METEORS 4.00 to 8.00 GOLDEN BATE 4 fo to 8.00 PERLE 3 00 to 6.00 CARNATIONS i.OO to i.SO " fancies... 2 00 to 3.00 VIOLETS, double 40 to 1.00 single 50 to .75 MieNONETTE.perdoz. .35 to .50 DALLAS, per doz I.2S to 1.50 HARRISII, per 100 10 00 to 12 50 VALLEY 2.00 to 3.00 " Special 4.00 TULIPS 3.00 to 4.00 DAFFODILS 2.00 to 3 00 ROMANS 2 00 to 3.00 PAPER WHITES 200 to 3.00 FREESIAS 2.00 to 3.00 ASPARAGUS PLUMO- SUS, per string 65 to .75 ASPARAGUS SPREN- GERI. PT 100 3 00 to 4.00 ADIANTUM 1.00 to 1.50 SMILAX, per doz , l.7S LEUCOTHOE, per too.. .75 GALAX, per 1000, $1.00 .15 FERNS, per looo, |2.00 .25 KENNICOTT BROS. CO. WHOLESALE COMMISSION FLORISTS, 42-44 Randolpti St., Chicago. W^ ^^^ — . -^ — • Brides, Muida and Qoldm ■CiiCfeAQ Gatps. 2^ inob stock in fine ■^^'**'^-'^^ condition. *J.25 per 100; $18 per 1000. Ueady for delivery. West View Floral Co., Knightstown, Ind. Ptease wtfntton the A mrrtcan h'lnrist tvhm wrt/ing' SWEET PEAS, VALLEY, VIOLETS, CARNATIONS, HARRISII, CALLAS, TULIPS and any other kind of flowers. Hor^Toiv «S8 xixjivk:e>i^ co., 457 Milwaukee St., Milwaukee, Wis. Pteasf mention the A mfrican tloriit when ■writxng. JC/02. The American Florist. 131 Four New Carnations for 1902 Sales limited to 25,000 of each variety. Orders filled in rotation as received and booked. SLBA A white never showing any trace of color, largest size and perfect form. Stella White penciled pink. Comes into flower early and shows a mass of buds and bloom throug:hout the entire season. This is, undoubtedly, the most satisfactory of all the variegated carnations where large flow- ers in quantity are wanted at all times. Dorothy Whitney The best commercial yellow we have ever grown. It gives quantity, of the best form and strong stems all through the season. Apollo The brightest scarlet in the com- mercial class. It is much brighter than Crane, of equal size bloom and better stems. Early and very free. $12.00 per 100; $27.50 per 250; $55 00 per 500; $100 00 per 1000. 250 of each of above four varieties for $100.00. The Cottage Garden Novelties J. It. MANIEY, a large early and free scarlet. VIOLA ALLEN, white edged and splashed rose pink. HARRY f ENN, new Harvard crimson. VIOLANIA, sport of Bradt with less markings. PRICE— $12.00 per 100; $27.50 per 250; $55.00 per 500; $100 00 per JOOO. OTHER 1902 NOVELTIES. GAIETY, (Hill), white striped scarlet. $10.00 per J 00; $75.00 per 1000. CRESSBROOK, (Warburton), pink. $10.00 per 100; $75.00 per 1000. MRS. E. A. NELSON, (Nelson), pink. $10.00 per 100; $80.00 per 1000. We can supply good stock of the J 901 introductions— Lorna, Roosevelt, Norway, Golden Beauty, Novelty, Dorothy, Prosperity, Mermaid, Irene and Egypt. Also the good standard varieties—Morning Glory, Lawson, Mar- quis, Crane, White Cloud, Bradt, Glacier, Maceo, Joost and others. We ship only the best stock. If you have not already received our price list, send for it at once. F. Dorner & Sons Co. 132 The American Florist. Feb. 22, Buffalo. BUSINESS SUFFICIENT TO USE DP STOCK. — AZALEAS SELL WELL.— CARNATION CON- VENTION VISITORS. Trade is fair, but the supply of stock is equal to all demands. Camalions are of unusually fine quality and bulbous stock is good. Well flowered azaleas are plenti- ful and are meeting with ready sale. Since the beginning of Lent there has been the usual decrease in the number of parties and receptions, but otherwise business is about as usual. Among those going to the Indianap- olis carnation meeting were W. F. Kast- ing and family, J. F. Cowell, W. J. Palmer, D. B. Long and Wm. Scott. C. F. Guenther, of Hamburg, and T. J. Tot- ten and his son, of Saratoga, also joined the party here. S. B. Smiley, at Lancaster, has made a •atisfactory adjustment of his fire loss and will shortly begin rebuilding opera- tions. Visitors: Paul Berkowitz. Philadelphia; John A. Smith, of the Walter Mott Seed & Bulb Company, Jamestown, N. Y,; Winifred Rolker, New York; A. Zirkmann, with Sigmund Geller, New York, and E. R. Frev, Rochester. W. A. Ames, Ia. — The new laboratory build- ing of the horticultural department, Iowa State College, will be formally opened this (Saturday) evening. DoRRANCETON, PA.-Benjamin Dorrance has given the American Rose Society $50 in plate for a trophy to be given for roses exhibited at the March show, grown outside of a radius of 150 miles of New Y'ork. Not less than five varieties are called for and not less than twenty-five of a kind. ESSTER PLANTS This rare chance to all is open for only a few weeks, so be lively with your orders. The best of all Indica Azaleas, Mdme. Van Der Cruyssen. is a very scarce art cle ttiis season. I was lucky in my purchases in Belgium, and now offer for Eister blooming about 1500 of this variety at special low prices. 5-in. pobs, full of buds, nice littie plants, 40 cents each; fine specimen plants in6-in. pots, 75 cents to SI. 00 each; 7-in.pots, 81 25 to$l.5Ueach; extra large specimens in 9, 10 and 11-in. pots, per- fect jewels, full of buds, the finest crowns you ever saw at $?.00 to $4.00 each, all last fall's im- portation. All other varieties of Azalea tndica, 6-in. pots, 50 cents, 60 cents, 75 cents to $1.00 each; 7-in. pots $1 2a each. Azalea Mollis, fine plants, bushy, 20 to 25 buds, onlv 3b cents each. Cash with order please On account of saving express charges, please state whether to ship in pots or without pots. I carry an immense stock of Easter flowering plants: Cinerarias by the thousand; yellow and white Daisies, Spiraea Floribunda and S- Compacta. Hydrangea Otaksa, Begonias, Lilium Harrisii. Tournesol Tulips. Hyacinths, Daffodils, Von Sions. Watch this advertisement for prices. GODFREY ASCHMANN, Wholesale firoweraud Importer of Pot IMants, 1012 Ontario Street, Philadelphia, Pa. NEW CARNATIONS, doz. lOo looo CRESSliR(->OK $1.50 JIO.OO «7o.OO ENQOIKEK 3.00 12.00 100.00 MKS. E. A NELSON 2.00 10 00 80.00 FAIR MAID 2.01) 10.00 75.00 GAIETY 1.60 lOOO 75.00 J. H. MANLEY 2.00 12.00 100.00 HAREY FENN 2.00 12.00 100.00 VIOLA ALLEN 2.00 12.00 lOOOO NORWAY 6.00 50.00 FLORIANA 6.00 50.00 ALJiA e.W 13.00 STELLA 2.50 12.C0 DOROTHY WHITNEY 2.50 12.00 APOLLO 2.50 12.00 Also other new and standard varieties. CHKY8&NTHBIUCM8. We otTer all of the new varieties of 1902; also tlie Dest of 1901. A large number of last year's nov- «ltie8 and leading standard varieties ready now. from 2'/^-inrh pots. Send for List. Uorrespoudeiice solicited. H. W£B£R & SONS, OAKLAND, MD. Please mention the American Florist when writing. Per 100 ASPARAGUS PLUMOSUS. 3Kj-in M.OO ASPARAGUS SP ENGERI. strong, 3>i-in 2 00 ASPARAGUS SPRENGERI. strong. H-ln 3.00 CARNATIONS strong plants, 3»4-in. pots. Prosperity ll.CO Lorna 4.O0 Queen Louise 3.50 California Gold 2 60 Ethel Croolier 2.B0 G. H. Crane 2.00 Joost 2.00 White Cloud 2 00 CANNAS, all the standard varieties, strong roots 2.50 GERANIUMS. Jean Viaud 5.00 Marquis de Castelain 5.O0 In variety, best bedding scrts 3.C0 ROSE GERANIUMS, strong 2.50 MOONFLOWER, Ipomcea Grandiflora 3.C0 Per 100 PRIMULA FORBESI S.OO HELIOTROPES, six varieties 2.00 SELAGINELLA. Emiliana 2.00 FUCHSIAS, in good assortment of varieties, 2i^-in. pots 2.50 PALMS. Areca Luteacens, 2H-in. pots, ^ UOO ).00 per 4.00 Areca Lutesoens, 3-in. pots 8.00 Areca Lutescens, 4-in. pots,, 3 plants in a pot 20.00 Kentia Belmoreana, 2!4-in. pots 7 00 Kentia Belmoreana, 3in. pots 15 00 Latania Borbonica. 2i4-in. pols 3.00 Latania Borbonica, 3-in. pot, %U> per 1000 5 00 Pandanus Ulilis, 2i4-in. pots 6.00 Pandanus U til is, 4 in. pots 15.00 Pandanus Veitchii,4-in. pots, $6.00 perdoz. SPIRAEAS, Nana Compacta. Aslilboides, Floribunda and Japonica at 3.50 AZALEA MOLLIS, fine tor Easter 85.00 TUBEROUS ROOTED BEGONIAS, single, sepa- rate colors S.00 TUBEROUS ROOTED BEGONIAS, doubl\ sepa- rate colors 6.00 GLOXINIAS 4.00 The StorrsA Harrison Co. PAINESVILLE, OHIO. Cape Jessamines ...Wanted... Growers in the South or elsewhere who can arrange to supply Cut Blooms of Cape Jessamines regularly, please write, with particulars, to W. J. S., Eastern Office American Florist, 79 Milk St., Boston, Mass. I ^arnation Cuttings... Well rooted, from clean, healthy stock, cool grown. Per 100 I'er 1000 ROOSEVELT $6.00 S50.00 PROSPERITY 5.00 45.00 NORWAY 4.60 40.00 LAWSON.... 4.00 35.00 LORNA 3.50 30.00 EGYPT 3.0O 25.00 MORNING GLORY 2.50 20.00 Per ICO Per 1000 CRANIO $2.ti0 $17.60 GIONEVIKVE LOUD 1.60 I2.S0 WHITE CLOUD 1.50 I2..=.0 TRIDMPH 1.50 12.60 MME. CHAl'.MAN 1.25 10.00 FLORA HILL 1.25 10.00 PflRU 1.2.1 laoo WE SOLICIT YOUR ORDERS AND WILL GUARANTEE SATISFACTION. GRAND RAPIDS VIOLET CO., Grand Rapids, Mich. Please mention the American Florist to advertisers. ROOTED CUTTINGS Kstollc, $5.0n; Lawson, S4.0O; Marquis ami Kim r»r^A.:N:T® from ay^-in. pots. % Per 100 Per 1000 METEOR $3 00 «;5 00 PERLE 3.00 2.'i.0i BRIDE 3.00 25.00 The above named stock is clean, well rooted and free from disease Per 100 Per 1000 BRIDESMAID $3.00 $25 00 GOLLiENGATE 3 00 2,5.00 K A ISEl! IN 3.00 25 00 GEO. REINBERG, 51 WABASH AVENUE, CHICAQO.S Carnation Cuttings Perfectly Healthy. Propagated From .holce Stock. NOW RC4DY. Queen Louise. Per 100 PROSPERITY $6 00 MRS. THOS. LAWSON 4.00 GOV. ROOSEVELT 8 00 HOOSIER MAID 4.00 IRENE 4.00 NORWAY 4.00 EGYPT 4.00 MRS. BKRTRiM LIPPINCOPT.. 3.00 MARQUIS 2.50 MRS. G. M. BRADr 3.00 CHICAGO ; 8.00 MACEO 2.00 BUTTERCUP 4.00 The Best White Commercial Carnation, $5.00 per Hundred; $40.00 per Thousand. Per 1000 Per 100 Per 1000 $50.00 GOMEZ $200 35.00 CROCKER 150 112.60 GENbVIEVE LORD 1.50 12.50 Q. II. CRANE 200 15.00 VICTOR 2.00 WM. SCOTT 1.50 DAVIIUIOAK 1.60 ELIM)K\UO 1.60 .lOHlLIOR 150 FLORA HILL 1.50 TRIUMPH 1.50 PORTIA 60.00 26.00 20.00 1.60 WHITE CLOUD 1.50 12.60 12.50 12 50 12.60 12.60 12.60 12.60 12.60 J. L. DILLON, Bloomsburg, Fa. igo2. The American Florist. 137 Get the j ROOTED CARNATION PIITTIIIGC Cheap Cuttings are UU I I I II II W Dear at any Price. L ■^^AAA.^A.A. AAA^AAAA. ^AAAAAAA AAA ir«arK»oi>xjoaDio]v® ob^ loos. Per lOO looo GOV. WOLCOTT, (Fisher), white $io $80 BNQUIRER, (Witterstaetter), light pink 12 100 MRS. E. A. NELSON, (Nelson), glistening pink, $3.50 per dozen 10 80 J. H.MANLEY, (Cottage Qar.), orange scarlet 12 100 Per 100 Per looo PROSPERITY, variegated $6.00 $50.00 MRS. a. n. BRADT, variegated 3.00 25.00 NORWAY, white 6.00 50.00 LORNA, white 5.00 40.00 WHITE CLOUD, white 2.00 15.00 MRS.T. W. LAWSON, pink 4.50 40.00 MRS. FRANCES JOOST, pink 2.00 12.50 IRENE, pink 5.00 40.00 Per 100 1000 H. FENN, (Cottage Gardens), crimson $12 $100 VIOLA ALLEN, (Cottage Gar.), variegated... 12 100 VIOLANIA, (Cottage Gardens), variegated 13 CRESSBROOK, ( Warburton) , bright pink 10 80 GAIETY, (Hill), variegated 10 75 Per 100 P»r 1000 nORNING GLORY, light pink $3 00 $25.00 HARQUIS, light pink 3.00 25.00 MERHAID, light pink 3 00 25.00 GOV. ROOSEVELT, crimson 6.00 50.00 GEN. MACEO. crimson 2.00 15.00 ESTELLE, scarlet 6.00 50.00 G. H. CRANE, scarlet 2.50 20 00 GOLDEN BEAUTY, yellow 8.00 75.00 ELDORADO, yellow 2.50 20.00 All of our cuttings are well rooted and free from disease. Let us fieure on your wants. Discounts on large quantities. BLOOMS SHIPPED FROM GREENHOUSES TO ALL POINTS ON SHORT NOTICE. SEND IN YOUR ORDERS. Upon application, we will mail our catalogue. J. D. THOMPSON CARNATION CO. ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦- ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ! X X Carnation ??f WINNER OF THE PRESIDENT MciClNLEY PRIZE at the Kansas City Show. Dorothy (First on introduction of 190J at Kansas City), is certainly proving oar claim for it as a producer, and consequently a money maker for the grower. It commands the highest price. Our stock is large and in grand shape. No order is too large or too small for us to E Ri I 111 ^'"'* $5.00 per JOO; $40.00 per 1000. Write for prices on rooted cuttings of Norway, White T RrQUO Rinlininnn Inn Cloud, Hoosler Maid, Lawson, Crane, America, Genevieve Lord and Marquis. Ako T. ■ I I UiaiCf niblllllUnUf IIIU Eaton and Fitzwygram chrysanthemums. California Carnations. Oar cuttings are rooted without Are heat and are strong, haidy and well rooted. They are 80 far superior in every way to cuttinga rooted by Are heat that they should not be mentioned in the same connection. We guarantee safe arrival and satisfaction. Per 100 Per 1(100 QUEEN LOOISE, white |4.no $50.00 MERMAID, fine salmon pink 3 00 20.00 G. H. CRANE, scarlet 1.50 12.00 MRS. P. JOOST, fine pink... l.tJO 8 00 Giant of Calirornia Pansy Plants, 50c per ICO: $2.50 per l.COO. Giant of California, transplanted plants, $5 per 1000—100 sent at 1000 rates. TERMS CASH WITH ORDER. THE LOOMIS FLORAL CO., LOOMIS, CALIFORNIA. ELECTROS... ijS. For Catalogue Purposes. W= 7"E have a large assortment of strictly high-class halftones of which we can supply electros suitable for catalogue illustration. If you need anything in this way, state your re- quirements and we will submit proofs of the illustrations in stock Price (or cash only 16 cents per square Inch. ♦ THE AMERICAN FLORIST CO., ^ 324 Dearborn St., CHICAGO. fDF^^RDnnk The coming Pink Carnation V K L O O U K U U n ■ f or evervbody to grow. Baltimore, Feb. 21, 1901, it scored 94 Points, the highest of any seedling. Cressbrook has never shown disease of any kind and is an extra free bloomer. Size of flowers under ordinary culture, 3 to Zyi inches. Orders will be delivered in rotation on and after Jan. 1, 1902, at the following prices: 12 plants { 1.50 I 250 plants .„•. «25.00 ?^S-11:::::::::::::::=^^^^^^ '^ ^^'p-'^ 37.50 100 plants 10.00 I 1000 P'ants 75.00 C. WARBURTON3 FALL RIVER3 MASS. Cressbrook may be seen growing at THE E, 6. HILL CO'S., Richmond. Ind., ud at WM, HICHOISOK'S. Franilngtn, Mass. CARNATION LAWSON ROOTED CUTTINGS. No. 1 clean, healthy stock, $3.00 per 100; $>>5.00 per 1000, Cash. Send for sam- ple. Money returned if not as represented. AViU exchange for Palms, Fuchsias, Basket and Vase plants— anything I can use. State wbat you have to exchange. FREO J. KING. OTTAWA, ILL. Crimson Rambler Climbing Ciothilde Soupert. Ramblers, 3 to 4^ ft., well branched. .$10 per 100 2Hto3ft., " •• ... 8 per 100 Wi to2'/2 ft., '• " ... 6 per lOO Soupert, strong field-grown plants 15 per ICO The Conard & Jones Co, we^t Grove, Pa. ROSES 5O,000 Booted CARNATION CUTTINGS to dispose of yet; all well rooted and free from disease. Per 100 Per lOOO Queen Louise $5,011 $40.00 Flora Hill, Daybreak 1.2.T 10.00 Crane, America. Crocker 1.50 12.00 Lippincott. Melba 125 10.00 Lizzie McGowan 1.25 10.00 White Cloud 1.50 12.00 5000 BRIDESMAID ROSES, in 2!^-inch pots, $2.00 per 100; $W 00 per lOOO. Special prices on large orders. Cash with order. MERCER FLORAL CO.. 138 The American Florist. Feb. 22y ScrantoD, Pa. LOCAL FIRM PUTS UP ONE OF THE BEST DECORATIONS ON RECORD-. — OTHER DEAL- ERS REPORT TRADE GOOD. — VARIOUS NOTES OF INTEREST. The greatest event of the season, by all odds, was the golden ■wedding anni- versary of Hon. and Mrs. William Con- nell. Marvin & Muir had the decoration in charge and it was one of the most elaborate, artistic and costly pieces of work ever attempted in this section. A huge umbrella of lilies of the valley and Perle roses, the latter predominating, under which the venerable couple received, was snspended from the ceiling at one of the bow-windows. Thousands of lilies of the valley, roses and asparagus fringed the tall pier glasses, mantels and every available nook and comer. Ropes of wild smilax festooned from the chande- lier almost hid the ceiling in a green can- opy. Yellow ribbon made up in all sorts of rosettes and bows added to the gen- eral eflect. The Turkish room was deco- rated in red, with ferns for a background. Poinsettias, both cut and in pots, were used in profusion and with splendid eflect. The library presented a study in green, the mahogany paneling being almost hidden behind hundreds of flow- ers, while the decorations of the dining room were especially elaborate. Aspara- gus, smilax and palms were used, while the centerpiece on the table was a mass of the finest orchids obtainable, arranged in a way to do credit to the most renowned decorators. Harrisii and palms were used for the staircase, the balustrade being concealed by green roping and wild smilax. The annex erected for the occasion, adjoining and inclosing the Clay avenue porch, was especially attractive. The walls and ceiling were covered over with golden cloth. Over this was woven a veil of smilax and dotted here and there were roses, carnations and chrysanthemums. Myriads of electric lights throughout lent a special charm to the whole effect. At. T. B. McClintock's things, as usual, are in fine shape. His carnations and roses are exceptionally good. Mr. Mc- Clintock intends growing largely the best carnations of recent introduction. The Scranton Florists' Supply Com- pany has removed to larger quarters where, with increased facilities, they expect to do a large business. W. H. Davis has remodeled his green- houses and is growing fine stock in con- sf quence. His carnations this season are all that could be desired. Geo. R. Clark has no complaints to make. Trade has been brisk all along the line and the outlook promises well. NoMis. RocKFORD, III. — H. W. Buckbee had his left leg broken and one elbow injured in a fall down the elevator shaft in his store February 12. Hewas sadlymissed at Indianapolis by his many trieads, but his representative, C. W. Johnson, was on hand with some fine exhibits. Mr. Buckbee is progressing favorably. 30 000 Y0UN6 ROSES i^flJ^i^^p^^?; Also Rooted (;ultini,;s. KohE4— Meteors, Brides, Maids, Kaiserins, Perles, Am. Heauttcs, Liberty, Golden Gat**, La Kranc. Belle Siebrecht. We believe in shifting Young Roses, All stock offered tn 2Vli-in pots has been shifted from 2- in. and is equal to most stock advertised as 3-In. and when we send It out is well established. The above are now ready to (lo out and— as we need room — we wUl make special prices in ijuantity. Send us u list of what ynu want and we will [five you our dgures. SeD0D MRS. POT I'ER PALMER 1200 MRS HIGINBOTHAM ]2'0 MBS. E. A. NELSON lo!o3 strong, Dormant, Two Eyed Roots. iTn^vTAVT. Per 100 Per 1000 ALLEMANIA SI CO BURBANK SCO EXP. CRAMPBELL 300 FLORENCE VAUGHAN 4 CO MDLLE. HERAT 300 PXULMARQUANT SOD PRES. CARNOT 2 50 MIXED, ALL COLORS ; i'75 Largest stock in Uuited States of other choice cannas true to name" Write for prices. Per lono $15.00 15.00 1 5. CO 15.00 15 00 1500 1500 15.00 211.00 18.00 15.00 15.00 17.50 aroo 30.00 31.CO 25 00 40.00 40.00 45.00 40,00 50 00 50.00 50.00 50.ro 75.00 ico.oo 100 00 ino.oo 80.00 S25 00 25.C0 25.00 35.011 25.00 ts.co 20.00 10.00 GREENHOUSES: WESTERN SPRINGS, ILL. VAUGHAN'S SEED STORE, fti^^T.r^;: ll^To'^.'!'''- Ivory or White Golden Gate. The Best White Rose $6.00 PER 100. 27.50 PER 500. 50.00 PER 1000 Ready Now W. A. Hammond 107 E. Broad St., Richmond, Va. Roses! Roses! American Biauties, Brides, Maids, Perles, Kiiserin, LaFrance, Wootton, Belle Siebrecht and Golden Gate, in 2 and 2^-in. pots; also Rooted Cuttings ready now. This is strong, healthy stock from 2 and 3 eyed cuttings. Write for prices. Send $t.00 for samples. J. C. MURRAY, 403 Main St., Peoria, III. Carnation Floriana We believe this to be the best pink carnation introduced to date, was disseminated in the spring of I90I by originators, Messrs. Fillow & Banks. Price, $6.00 per 100; $50.00 per lOOO. 50 at 00 rate, 5C0 at lOOO rate. Less than 50, 8c each. null I CnnilTC DDRO carnation and Ctirysanthemum specialists, UHILLC uUUI t DnliOi flatbush. Brooklyn, n. y. AMERICAN BEAUTY ROSES. First crop now ready. Strong plants from 3;4-in. pots, $6.00 per 100; $50 00 per 1000. Our young plants of American Beauty are exceptionally fine this year, and we extend a cord'al Invitation to intending planters to inspect our stoolj. Orders booked now lor Spring delivery and will be filled in rotation. ROBT. SCOTT & SON, Sharon Hill, Del. Co., Pa. American Beauties From 2x3-in. Rose Pots, $6.00 per 100; $50.00 par 1000. JOSEPH HEACOCK, WYNCOTE, near Philadelphia, PA. Am Roaiitioe'^^^l^iHyj'^^^ fftllll DvdlllllSw $25.00'' PER 1000. ^ ™ ™ ™ ■ ^^ -^ — ■— — — K H -^ -^ ,j,[jj3 jijjjg^ jji jj|,g j|.^|^ ^p^j.^ thoroughly rooted and first c'ass in every resnect. If not satisfactory or just as represented by us you can return same at once. J. A. BUDLONG, 37 and 39 Randolph St., GHIOAGO, ILL 140 The American Florist. Feb. 22, Providence, R. I. BUSINESS CONTINUES TO USB UP SUPPLIES IN MOST LINES — PKICES, — VARIOUS NOTES. Business continues fairly good, and Valentine's trade was particularly satis- factory in cut flowers, although not as good as last season. Nevertheless, the growers seem to keep sold right np, this condition being due probably to a less cnt than last year. Carnations bring $1.50 and $2, roses $5 to $8, with violets over-plentifal at from 30 cents to 50 cents per hundred. Tulips and daffo- dils bring $2 to $3 but hyacinths and narcissi hold fire at anything above $2. Probabilities are in favor of an easy- toned market for Easter, there being no reason to fear an unusual shortage. At the recent Orion Club concert only three bouquets were handed to the solo- ists. What can be done to increase the use of flowers at these concerts? The Shepard Company and the Bos- ton Store still hang on to their flower departments, but it's a good thing they don't need the money. T. J. Johnston has tiled his show win- dow, and Johnston Brothers contem- plate making a change in their display space. L. Williams is busy building tenements near his greenhouses. Almy still markets quantities of smilai and azaleas. Mrs. P. F, Conley is marketing good myosotis. Mr. Westcott has recovered from the grippe. M. M. Grand Island, Neb. TRADE GOOD AND EVERYBODY HAPPY. — GROWERS DOING WELL. We are having real winter weather here, lor four weeks or more, which has kept the coal bin empty. But trade has been good, so we can stand it. Funeral work has been plentiful the last few days, which took a good many flowers. Brews- ter & Williams have had good success with the stock planted in their new houses last year. They have in 1,500 carnations, all the leading varieties, from which they had picked to February 15 5,400 blooms. The plants were small when housed. In roses they have one house with 1,600 plants, from which they have cut 6.250 buds They will add another house 18x116 this summer, which will give them four of this size besides about 500 feet in hot bed sashes. Ed. BEGONIfl Rootf^d cuttinj-'3, well root- ' ud.S) per 100; 17.50 per lUCO. FORfiET-ME-NOT, true winter flowering, out of 2^4- in. pots, $"J.(X) per inO; J15.C0 per 1000. J. C. SCHMIDT. Bristol. Pa. GLOIRE DE LORRAINE, 2X->nch pots, $15.00 per 100. Write for priors on large lots. Stock guaranteed absolutely free from disease. THOMAS ROLAND, Nahant, Mass. SPECIALTIES ROSES, from 3-inoh pots. . R«»c# CARNATIONS, for all delivery, '" "^^' CHRYSANTHEMUMS, Va..!»#!»«i SMILAX. VIOLETS. YariCIICS Prices Low. Send for List. WOOD BROTHERS, Fishkill, N. Y. nreer^s Palms ! *-^ For RETAILING and DECORATING. GOLD MEDAL— Fan- American Exposition 1901 SILVER cap— Buffalo Florists' Club 1901 CERTIFICATE OF MERIT— Society of American Florists 1901 The lollowlng sizes and varieties will be found of exceptionally good value. ARECA LUTE8CEN8. Inch Inches Per Pef pots. high. d'z. too 3. ...2 plants in a pot. .12 to 15.. $1.25 $10.00 4. ...3 •• •■ ...15 to 18.. 3.10 2J.C0 Each Doz. " " ...28 te30. $1.00 »12.(0 •' ...30 to 36.. 2.60 30.00 ENTIA BELMOREANA. Inches Per Per hieh. doz. ICO leaves 10 to 12. .$3.50 $20.00 ■' 15 .. 4E0 33.00 Each. Doz. " 24 to28..JI 25 $1500 " 28lo30.. 160 1800 6lo7 " 30 to 32.. 2.00 2100 6to7 " 34to36..3.fi0 30.00 7 " 36 ..4 00 48 CO 4 plants in a pot, well-furnished. 3^ feet high, fine plants, $4.00 each, $48.00 doz. KENTIA FORSTERIANA. KBNTIA BELMOREANA. Inch Inches Per pots. biKb. doz. 3. ...5 leaves 12 to 15. .$2.50 4....Bto6 " 15tO 18.. 450 5....5to6 " I8to2J.. 6.00 Each. .28 to 31.. $1.00 .30 .. 1.25 .30 to 35, .30 to 36 .42 .42 to 1.50 2 00 2.60 3.00 Per 110 $20 00 3VC0 60.00 Doz. $1200 15C0 '8 00 24 10 30.00 33.00 2 to 3 plants in a pot, 3^ to 4 feet high, $4.00 each, $48.00 doz. Inch pots, PHOENIX Inches high. Each .24 to 28 bushy, stocky, plants $1.25 7....26 to28.... " " 1.75 8....28 to3l.... " " 200 8....30to36.... ■• " 250 For the most complete list of Palms and Deorative Stock, as well as all seasonable Florists' Stock, see our current Wholesale List. CANARIEN8I8. Inch Feet tubs. high. Each 12 . . 3!4 to 4 . . . .bushy, stocky plants $8.00 13. ...4 to4H.... " •' 7.60 HENRYA. DREER. 714 CHESTNUT ST PHILADELPHIA, PA. Galax Leaves Thekyvanco 30 W. 29th Street the eversreeh SPECIALISTS OF N. Y, CITY. Dahlias M's Winters THE WORLD'S BEST WHITE DAHLIA. Novelties and stand- ard varieties. ISvra'. experience and have failed of no prize competed for. See my catalogue before placinn your order. Also fine field-grown Hollyhocks at $"?.5J p«r !0'. Cannas, Pmonias and Hardy Plants. Cheap mix- tures are dear; get the best. W. W. WILMORE, The Dahlia Specialist, Box 382. DENVER. COLO. Boston Fernsiom also fluf! sppcimen plants. S nd for sample order. AsparaKus Pluinosus and Sprcjajjeri, Uliierarias, Geraniums, red, piuk, white and salmon; also Hose Geraniums; Pelargoniums, Petunias, etc., etc. VVrite us you wants. GEO. A. KUHL, PEKIN, ILL. Piease mention the A merican florist when v/rtting. Faxon's Mammotli VERBENAS. My seed Is saved from an elegant colleotion of named varieties, and produces very large flowers of the richest and most brilliant co'ors; tnis, my best mixture, will produce healthy plants, and is exactly what you want — order to-day. OUNCE. $2; Vi OUNCE. $1; >-i OUNCE. 60 CENTS. Uy mail; postage paid. M.B FAXON, ilir Boston, Mass. FLOWER SEED SPECIALIST. 100,000 Pansies. The .Ii'Duiiigs' Strain, i-xtra fine plants, all tnvnsplantc^d, many are fringed and curled, strong plants, $l.iiO per 1000, express; IX-yc per luO mall. Largo plants. $1.00 per 100, by express only. Stock the flnest. Grown in coolhoust's. Seetl. %\xii j"T pkt. Cash. ■. B. JINNINQS^ Uek Ux 164. Stvttip«rt. C«n. Grower of the Fineat PaDsiei. igo2. The American Florist. 141 CANNAS Dormant Roots, I to 3 eyes. Per 100 Per 1000 Africa $600 Allemania 3 50 $30.00 Alphonse Bouvier 3.00 Alsace 4.00 Asia BOO Austria 300 15.00 BeautedePoitevine 3 50 Black Beauty 13.U0 Butbank 3.50 30.00 Captain Dragon 6 00 Chas. Henderson 1-50 Chevalier Besson 4 00 Coujte de Bouchaud 4.00 Crimson Bedder 3.50 Egandale 400 Kxplorat^ur Crampbel 4.C0 Far Persian 4.00 Florence Vaughan 4.00 Golden Bedder 3 00 G. St. Hilaire 3.50 Italia 1.50 13.00 J. T. Lovett 3.50 La France 4 OJ Leonard Vaughan 6.00 M Laforoade 3 00 Mile. Berrat 4.C0 Mme. Orozy 4.0a Mme. Molin 4.(J0 Mme. Monteflore 3.00 15.00 Mme Sallier B.OO MorningStar 300 15.00 Papa 4.U0 Paul Marquant 3 59 Philadelphia B.tJO Queen Charlotte 3 50 Kobusta 3.00 15.00 Eose Unique 4.00 Secretary Chabanne 4.00 Souv. de Antoine Crozy 5. CO Mixed, all colors 1.00 8.00 Pot up Csnnaa now. Ask tor onr Special Spilng catalogue This offer is made subject to stock being unsold upon receipt of order. BOBBINK & ATKINS, RUTHERFORD. N. J. Hohenzollern Asters, pure white, delicate rose and crimson, new (Roemer's) last year novelty. Grandest Aster to date. Mammoth size, 7 inches across, double to the center; finest colors. Plants branching, strong stems 18 to 30 inches long, re- sembling a large Japanese chrysanthemum, un- surpassed for cutting or bedding plants, 60 cents per 100; $5.00 per 1000. Queen of the Market, white, pink, scsrlet and mi^ed. Ostiich Feather Aster, white, pink, crimson, extra fine; upright branchin^: asters, outer petals recurved, center petals incurved. Pure White Dayb-eak. pink, fljry scarlet and lavender. Late Brant^hing or Semple's, white, rose, pink, iavender, red and mixed. All the atove are the beat money makers for florists, true to name, assorted to suit. Strong healthy plants from seed bed, 40 cents per 100; 13.00 per 1000. L6ttllC6 rlSntSi plants, 15 cents' per ICO; $1.00 per 100'. All the above express prepaid for cash with order. DES MOINES PLANT CO., 38th St., Pes Moines, Iowa. Geraniums An assortment of twenty varieties, all good sellers and all correctly labeled. Rooted cut- tings at $ J2 50 per JOOO. Not less than 25 of one sort will be given in the same order. JEAN VIAUD and M. De CASTEL- LANE, two exceptionally fine noveltiesfrom 2-inch pots, at $5 per JOG or $30 per JOOO. Albert M. Herr, Lancaster, Pa- Orchids 1 ♦ Our stock of Orchids ia the finest that oan be ptodaced — do need of crossing the 'pond" to get them. We have also fine fibrous Pta^., live Sphagnum and round and square Orchid Baskets in all sizes. LAGER & HURRELL, summit, n. j. Orchid Orower* end Importer!. i ARECA LUTESCENS. per doz -4-in., $3; 5-in. $5; 6-in., 19. KENTIA BELMOREANA, per doz.^in , 84; 5-ln., $9; 6-in., $18. KENTIA FORSTERIANA, per doz.— 4-in., $4; 5-in., $9; 6-in., $15. LATANIA BORBINICA. per doz.— 4-in., $3; 5-in., $5; 6-in., $9; 7 in.. $1"; s-in., $24. FICUS ELASTICA, «-in.,*9 per doz. ARALIA SIEBOLDII, 5-in.,$4 perdoz.; 6-in., $6 per doz. PANDANUS VEITCHII, per doz— 5-ln., $12; 6-in., $18; 8-in.,$36. NEPHROLEPIS BOSTONIENSIS. runners, ,$30 per lOnO; 2 in, $4 per 100; 8-in., $15 per doz. NEPHROLEPIS WITIBOLDII, fine specimens from 8-in. pots, $15 per doz. ASPARAGUS PLUMOSUS NANUS, from seed bench, $25 per lOOO; 8-in., $4 per 100; 3 In., $8 per 100. FERNS FOR DISHES, Etc., $4 per 100. FERN BALLS, well furnished with leaves, $5 per doi. TheGEO-WITTBOLDGO. 1657 Buckingham PI., Chicago. >♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦< SHASTA DAISY EVERYBODY ADMIRES THE LATEST FLORAL WONDER. White as the snow which forever caps SHASTA'S LOFTY PEAK. Reckless in its profusion of bloom. Hardy and happy everywhere. The people's flower. FOR CIRCULARS ADDRESS Burbank'sExperimentFarms SANTA ROSA, CALIFORNIA. OR ANY PROMINENT SEEDSMAN OR FLORIST. >♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦« Per 100 Ageratum Princess Pauline $2 50 Begonias in variety 4.00 Chrysanthemums, fine sorts 3.00 Coleus, 20 sorts 2.5'J " Rooted Cuttings (Ready March 1st) $6.rOperlO0O 100 Centaurea Gym. (Ready in March) 2.5i Feverfew Little Gem 2.50 Geraniums, leading sorts, splendid stock, $25.0j per 1030 3 00 Geraniums, Rose and Mt. Snow 3.00 Ivy Leaf, Souv. de Chas. Turner. 3.00 Heliotrope 3.00 Hydrangea Hortensis, extra strong. 4-in pots IS.fO 3-in. pots lP.no Lobelia 2.50 Verbenas, very fine, rooted cuttings ready March Ist, $5.00 per 1000 0.75 W. L. Smith, Aurora, III. California, We have some choice Hybrid Carnation Seed from Lawson, Crane, Marquis, Cloud and Maceo, (00 seeds 25c. New Giant of California Pansy seeds, very large flbw^ers, trade packet 25c; J oz. $4 Giant of Cali- fornia Pansy Plants, ready to transplant, $2.50 per JOOO. HITTING FLORAL COMPANY, LOOMIS, CALIFORNIA. GHRYSftNTHEMUMS are our SPECIALTY. We also Oder a complete list of Carnations, Cannas, Pelargoniums, Etc. .Send for Catalogue. Nathan Smith & Son, A drain, Mich. CANNAS; 3, 3 or more eyes, Mme. _ ___ _ ._ Crozy, A. Bouvier, Phila., Crimson Bedder, M. Bouchaud, Queen Charlotte, P. Marquant. etc., $2.00 oer lOU; Duke of Marlborough. Black Prince, new. $3.00 per 100. Finest mixture of all colors, $1.00 per lOO. FOR EASTER! CINERARIAS. Benary A Cinnell'B Prize Strains, 3 in.. $3.5U ptr 100. bTOCKS. Ger- man dwarf, wall flower-leaved, blue, white, red, each kind, 2-iD., $3.00 per KO Cash please. Shellroad Greenhouse Co., Grange. Baltimore, Md. 500,000 VERBENAS. 60 finest named varieties, including our NEW MAMMOTH WHITE, **MRS. McKINLEY." The finest white verbena grown ; perfectly healthy; free from disease, Rooted cuttings, 6Uc per 100; $5 00 per 1000. Plants. $2.50 per 100; $20.tO per 1000. Our list is the choice of millions of seedlings. Send for circular. J. L. DILLON. BlOOMSBURG, PA. HOME-GROWN, FINE, CLEAN STOCK; GROWN COOL. Write lor Price Lilt. J. B. HEISSj The Exotic Nurseries, DAYTON, OHIO. Please mention the American Florist when wrilinx. GER3NIUIV1S. Double Grant, Bruanti, Alphonse Riccard, J. J. Harrison, Mme. Thibau", John Doyle, Beaute Poitevine, Mme. Jaulin. Glotre de France. La Favorite. S. A. Nutt, Kelway, Prances Perkins, etc., labeled, from 2^-inch pots. $3 per 1 CO; $25 per 1000. Mixed, my selection, $2.50 per 100; $20 per 1000. PAIJL MADER, East Stroudsburg, Pa. Asparagus Plumosus. 2H-inch,$3.00 per 100. H. HILLS, ELKHART, IND. Please mention the A meruan Fuynst when wrtttng. 142 The American Florist. Feb. 22, Columbus, O. DUTCH BULB DRDMMEBS FIND THEIR STOCK DOING WBLL.-TR ADE EXCELLENT. — VARIOUS DOINGS. H. Van Teylingen, of Van Zanten & Company, and Wm. Van Lewen, of Beer- horst & Van Lewen, were the first arri- vals in Columbus representing Holland bulb growers. They were able to quote lower prices on hyacinths this season, compared with 1901, but tulips of most standard varieties have advanced. The Dutch stock imported last summer and now in bloom is of better quality than has been seen for years. It has been a great help since roses are so very scarce. However, the roses are doing much bet- ter of late, and a good crop is expected for Easter. The largest Valentine's day trade ever known was experienced this season. All kinds of flowers were in demand, with violets taking the lead. The Underwood Brothers have had a good opportunity to test their new heat- ing system, consisting of two large boilers placed on the level, doing away with gravity and using in its stead a device automatically pumping the con- densed steam into the boilers, causing the return pipe to be as free as the flow pipe from condensed steam. The stock on this place looks fine, with the excep- tion of Bermuda lilies, which, like those of most growers, are very dis- couraging. Afl^eck Bros., who have been doing a strictly wholesale business, have decided to establish a retail trade, depending on that wonderful telephone to bring in orders. Maurice Evans & Son are again to the front with a fine lot of verbenas. They are equal to the finest strain in the countr:v. Carl. Washington, D. C. Z. D. Blackistone has his window dec- orated for the meeting of the Daughters of the American Revolution, the main feature being a large wheel with thirteen spokes and thirteen stars, representing the original states. Chris. Schellhorn has been cutting a number of fine roses, such as Meteor, Liberty, Brideimaid, Bride and Golden Gate. Although Lent has begun there are still some dinners and receptions going on. P. G. Westerly, R. I.— W. W. Foster is about to erect a range of four houses here for carnation growing. Mr. Foster is a brother-in-law of S. S. Pennock, the Philadelphia wholesaler. SPECIAL ROOTED CUTTINGS GERANIUMS- NOVELTIES: Thos. Meehan. semi-double dark pink: Levi P. Morton, aemi double maroon; Dutch- ess of Orleans, single oriole: Ernest Kellway. semi- double crimson; J. J. Harrison, semi-double scarlet. and Snow Drift, semi-douhle white; all winners. 12.50 per ICO; J32.60 per 1000. STANDARDS: S. A Nutt, E. G. Hill, Beaute Poitevlnn, K'rances I'erkiua, Mme. .Taulin, Mme, Bruant LaFavurite and Mme. J. M. Garr, $2.00 per 100; tlKOO per 1000. DOUBLE FRINGED PETUNIAS Our superb collection consiatinR of twelve novelties selected from Henderson's and Dreer's latest sets. Extra Strong Rooted Cuttings, SI. 00 per 100; J» 00 per 1000; |4'J per 6000. Henderson's celebrated Sea Koam, Jl-.'iO per 100. Send for our special Geranium List. Cisii WITH OiiDEit. Satisfaction GuAiiANTKKi), The W. T. Buckley Plant Co,, Springfield, III. ROOTED CUTTING LIST NOW READY POR Per 100 Per 1000 Marguerites $ .75 $ 6.00 Heliotrope, 4 varieties 60 B.OO English Ivy 2.00 18.00 Pyrethrum, double white 1.00 8.0O Achyrantbes. 4 varieties 1.00 8.00 Salvia, 4 varieties 60 5.50 Ageratum, 6 varieties 60 5.00 Atternanthera 4 varieties 75 6 00 Fuchsias, 3 varieties 1.25 lO.OO Abutilons, 12 varieties 2.00 18.00 Coleus, 75 varieties, named 75 6.00 " not named 60 5.00 " Verschaffeltii, red 60 4,50 " " golden 60 4.50 Coleu? SHIPMENT. Per 100 Per 1000 Golden Bedder 60 4.60 Brilliancy 800 Rnctnn FornC strong, bushy, well grown UUOIUII I CI Ua stock for immediate ship- ment. Per 100 Per 1000 2S<-inch pots »2.50 t22.00 214-inch pots 3.00 28.00 3 -inch pots 6.00 55.00 PTERIS TREMULA, 2M-inch pots, per 100, $2.00: V/i-m. pots, per aO, $3.00; 3-in. pots, per 100, 15. For list of varieties see American Florist of Nov. 9. If wanted by mail add 15c per 100. Sam- ples by mail 25c. "All the above sold on the positive guarantee of their being first-class, if not, your money at once refunded. JOHN IRVINE & SONS, Bay City, Mich. f"AMCV DAGGI^R HARDY GUT FERNS Following Prices after February 1st: In LOOT lots $1.25 per 1000 In SOOOlots 1.20 InlO.OOOlots 1.10 In25,00i)lot8 100 L. B. BRAGUE, Hinsdale, Mass FANCY OR crcr^MC *»i.ss! DAGGER ~Cm>IO PER 1000 GALAX, green or bronze, 75c per 1000. Laurel festooning, 4c, 5o and 60 per yd. Once used, always used for decorating. SPHAGNUM MOSS, etc. »,^_^^"_:;.;^ Telegraph Office New Salem, Mass. CROWUFBRN^CO.. P. O. MllllnetoD, Mass. Galax Leaves,Etc. Choice Bronze and Green, medium size $ .50 Choice Bronze and Green, large size 55 Choice Leucothoe Sprays 3.00 Choice Fancy and Dagger Ferns 75 Choice Rhoflodendroii Leaves 50 Rhododendron Leaves for festooniDgs.SOc perlOOO Largest dealer on earth. Cash with first order. J. N. ►'RITCHARD. ELK PARK, N. C. Galax^LeuGotlioes. Selected, Bright and Brilliant. Wholesale Trade Solicited J. L. BANNER & CO.. Montezuma. N. C, A SPECIALTY Boston Ferns. Cut from bench at $25 and |5 per 100. KENTIAS, CYCLAMENS, ASPARAGUS PLUMOSUS NANUS, FICUS. Very flno stock. L. H. Foster, "slee"" Dorchester, Mass. Alternanlheras A nTna" " Ktrougr ro<»te ■■■« S4«h at.. ««w voBir. Mention the American Florist when writing to advertisers on this page. ♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦•♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦•♦•♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦I Your order for EASTER NOVELTIES should be placed without any delay, as our New Impor- tations of Plan' Baskets, Chip Ribbon, Birch Bark Crosses, Porto Rican Mats, Water-proof Crepe Paper (all kinds); also Cords and Tassels have just arrived. In order to secure the Very Latest and Best EASTER GOODS, your prompt attention will avoid disappointment, and give best satisfaction. Catalogue for the asking. For all Up-to-Date Florists' Supplies, send to the Easter Leading Florists' Supply House. Importers and Manufacturers M. RICE & CO., 918 Filbert St., Philadelphia, Pa. A.A.A.A.AAAAJ Mailing and Gut Flower Boxes a specialty with ua. The Mailing Packages are used by the largest shippers of plants and bulbs, take less postage and are water-proof. Our Cut Flower Boxes are mois- ture-proof and are used by all retail florists. These boxes are shipped knocked down flat. Write for prices. The Dijfton Paper Novelty Co. DAYTON, O. «i .\i\^^ Issued New Series. SAMPLE NEWSPAPER of ARTISTIC ARRANGEMENT" By J. OLBERTZ, Erfurt, Germany. Superior models for all customers; contains 90 patterns of modern art floral arrange- ment, printed on the finest cardboard. Size of the art sheets, 8^xiO>^ inches. Catalogue in the English Language. Elegant portfolio, gold stamped, with colorea picture, containing loose sheets, |2.2S. Edition de luxe, $2.75. Volumes I and II together: Portfolio, |4.35; Album, IS.30. Post free on receipt of price. from Baycrsdoffer & Co. represents a wise invest- ment. Baskets, Jardinieres, Pot Covers, Fern- erics, Vases, Doves, Sheaves, Inscriptions, Cycas These are only a fraction of the list of useful Florists' Supplies we Send for Complete Catalogue. A Shipment Wreaths and Leaves. carry. The quality is the BEST and the price is RIGHT H« Bayersdorfer & Co., 50-56 No. Fourth St., Philadelphia, Pa. SiGMUND GeLLEE Importer ind Mir. ol Florists' Supplies Complete Stock — New Qoodt —New Illnstmted Catalogue Now Ready. Send for It. 108 W. 28th St., near 6th Ave., NEW YORK, Please mention the American Florist when writing. W^ Invalid Appliance Co., golumbiaTm^nt tubs ^p^^^^JBi "tiMklod Uul never (ill apart." ^M^^^ II voursctdsmandofsn't handle them, order of a3 direct. B'M 'tjJUaJE^M F«CTOHY AND OFFICE: 150-100 VEDDER ST., - CHICAGO. ■ fiiease mention the A merican ^orist when writing. LABELS! When vou buy Tree and Pot Labels, be sure you get the Best, Lightest and Cheairest. Madeof a metal that will not corrode, break, rust or letters fade. Can be read in 100 years from now. Samples free and prices quoted on application. Plain Metal Labels to scratch any name you want, $2 per lOGO. Address -W. G-. ^VOtriVO, 323 BROWN ST.. DAYTON. O. Please mention the American Florist when wrttins' Fresh Tobacco Stems. Bales of 300 pounds, $1.50. Cash With Okdbb. W. C. BEGKERT, Allegheny, Pa. Please mention the American Florist when wrMng^ 144 The American Florist. Feb. 32, San Francisco. BUSINESS CONTINUES VERY SATISFACTORY. — GOOD CARNATIONS IN GRBAT DEMAND. — A GOOD GROWER.— NBW STORE. Business for the last week continuei to be of the best and stock, especially in the line of carnations, is exceedingly short. All fancy carnations are bringing $1 per dozen. The best Lawson fetch 75 cents, and 50 cents is the price for all standard varieties except Scott, Portia and Hill, ■which bring only 35 cents per dozen. Tulips are coining in more freely and bring from 25 cents to 75 cents per dozen. Roses are of very good quality and prices are fair. A trip to Alameda, to Galloway's, always proves delightful, as this place is known for its excellent stock ot carna- tions. There are only two houses, 30x150, on this place, but a good many more dollars are made here than on many places double the size. They intend to add another large house this summer, also for carnations. Antonini & Lyon is a new firm at 211 Sutter street. Mr. Antonini was form- erly a partner at 205 Sutter street, Can- epf & Pagoni having bought his share. Mr. Lyon bought out Mrs. Labhard on Kearny street and then opened the stere on Sutter street. Alex. Mann, Jr., the Polk street florist. Is receiving the congratulations of his friends, a baby girl having arrived at his home this week. Goldbn Gate. Louisville, Ky. The florists of Louisville have con- cluded to take a hand in the matter of a Coliseum for the city, and have written a letter to the Commercial Club commit- tee, strongly advocating the erection of such a building. The florists desire such a structure for a flower show and musi- cal festival annually, and have appointed a committee to confer with the other Coliseum committees. The committee of florists consists of Messrs. Henry Nanz, E. G. Reimers, J. E. Marret, F. Walker, Charles Reimers and Jacob Schnlz. Sooth Bend, Ind.— The South Bend Floral Company, recently incorporated, will make a specialty of carnations for the wholesale market. Baltimoeb, Md. — It has been decided to hold the annual banquet of the Gar- deners' Club on March 10. John N. May, of Summit, N. ].; John Burton, president of the Society of American Florists; Rob- ert Craig, of Philadelphia, and Alex. Scott, of Philadelphia, will be the invited guests. ABUUBO liurbank, Henderson, Mme. ISBMNBN Crozy, F Vau^han, P. M.r- w^l«l»^*» quant, L.E. Bally, A. ISoiivier, .7. C Vaugban, Ezandale.Souv. de Antolne Crozy, In variety, started, $:i,.50 per 100. ALTERNANTHERAS c:. 6o'c.°postpaid: Pot plants, red, yellow, pink, $2,00 per 100. BnCTflU rCDll 3!4-inch, 3g; 3-incb, »c; HUdlUN rCnII 8 incb,$l.n0. WIttboldll, strong, 4-in., 25c; S-in., .lOo; 6-ln., 75o. large bnnch phmts (or 10-in. pots, $1.00. BegODlas. flowering, in variety. 2!/4-in., 2V4c. Ruisella Multlflora and Blegantlaslina,'J>4-in.4c. VInca Malor, strong, fine runners. 2-in., 3o. Cash. t. J. BUDWIII, MtWMK, 0. AUGUST ROLKER& SONS Hoolc orders now for spring delivery. Araucarlas, Palms, FIcus, Roses, Lilies, Bay and Box Trees, Seneral Nursery Stock. WRITE FOR PRICES. ea DET STREET, NBW YORK. Rubber Bands for Carnation Calyx Good Carnations sell; flowers with bursted calyx dcn't. Put bands on your split blooms, it will increase their value. 25c an oz.; 4 oz., 85c; $3.00 a pound. 2,000 bands to the ounce; 30,000 to the pound. Postage one cent extra for each ounce. Send for our Wholesale Catalogue of Seeds, Bulbs and Florists' Supplies. HENRY F. MIGHELL, 1018 Market St., Philadelphia. a BLACK DEATH ?? (POWD«?R) TO EAT THEREOF IS TO DIE. BUG KILLER and FERTILIZER. Three years of unprecedented success wherever intro- duced all over the United States has proved "BLACK DEA.TH" to be a cheap and absolute annihilator of all iasec's, bugs or beetles that prey on vegetation, foliafie and flowers. See what Peter Reiuberg said in this paper, P^eb. 8. Other strong indorsements sent on receipt of postal card. Wes ern Sales Agency, 335 Fraaklln St., Chicago. HANDLED BY SEEDSMEN. S. D. STRVKEK, A^ent. New Geraniums FOR 1902 "J. D. Elsele,** single, pure wine red. Azonale of most brilliant and new coloring, a splendid bedder, producing an abundance of large trusses. "James Davidson,'* single, lavender lilac, a color which has never before been approached, shows almost a distinct blue color evenings. Trusses very large, a fine novelty. 85c each; $3.00 per dozen. Novelties of former years, assorted and labeled, at 86.00 per 100. CYCLAMEN GIGANTEUM SEEDLINGS from the very best German Strain obtainable. Tr.insplanted, $3.50 per 100; not transphrnted, $1.75 per 100. Cash please. HENRY EICHHOLZ, Waynesboro, Pa. A FEW GOOD THINGS YOU WANT. KENTIA BELMOREANA and FORSTERIANA, spec- ial price to reduce stociv. 2V4-in., 813: 3-in.. 15c: 4-in. 25o: B-in., 50o; 6-in.. .$1.00. 3, 4, 5-in. ARECA LUTESCENS, 3 and 3 plants to a pot, same price. These are esr-ellent lot of clean, cool grown plants. BOSTON FERNS. 4c. 8c, l5o, 30c and 60c each. DRACAENA INDIVISA, 3, 4, 6-in., 6c, 10c, 35c each. CHINESE PRIMULA and CINERARIA, fine plants, to close out. 3 and 4-in., 4c and 6c each. GLADIOLUS BULBS, eood mixture, $1.00 per 100. GERANIUMS, 2-in., Bonnat, double and glnt^le Grant, La Favorite, S. A. Nutt, Atkinson, Salleroi, $3,00 per 100; Poltevine, M. Barny, Kleber, John Doyle, Jaulin, Riccard, Mrs. E. G. Hill, Perkins, $4.00 per 100. CARNATIONS, rooted cuttings, Scott, MoGowan, I'ortia, $1.U0 per 100; B. Crocker. Q. Lord. Mar- quis, $1.50 per ICO; Prosperity, Lawson, Queen Louise, Floriana, $5.00 per 100; Kittatinny, white sport from Daybreak. $;?.00per 100. ASPARAGUS SPRENGERI, 3-inoh, $3.00 per 100; Plumosus, 3-inch, $8.00 per 100. Cash or C. O. 1). GEO. M. EMMANS, NEWTON. N. J. WE NOW OFFKR "Chemicals" for making LIQUID COMPOST. Dry po\vd*;rsalI S'llubl*^ in water, cnnipo.sts t',o3t less than ' iC pr-r gal. (.'orrespoDdencr- invitfd. EASTERN CHEMICAL COMPANY, 620 Atlantic Ave., Boston. Tobacco Dust The pure article, fine or courp<- as wanted. TiQ lbs., $1.00; 200-lb. barrel, $3.00. Sampit fm. Moniy rttumtd H not tatltfaolory. Edgar A. Murray, 136 Ash St.,Detrolt,Mlch. Please mention the American flomt when wrrttng. t'W(1>^«-Wi-*-f»'*1t-M-y>jft#-«*a NIKOTEEM Jit costs 4 cents for each coo feet of •9 FLOOR SPACE «v DOES NOT INJURE THE MOST SENSITIVE | PIANTJ- ENDORSED BY PROMINENT nO, . . . •t>0O Per Year. Sample Copies Free. Liberal terms to florists who take snbsorlptlons. THE 6ARDENIN6 CO. "'"q" bkq- CHICAGO. please mention the American Florist when wrUing* RIPLEY'S No. 7 SPRAYING & WHITEWASH OUTFIT Sold under a guarantee to be as represented. Capacity 60 to 75 Gallons per hour; reduced to a fine mist. All working parts of pump made of best Red Brass. Has standard Oak Barrel, with heavy Galvanized Hoops. 36-inch round edge iron wheel, so as not to cut lawns. Rigged to be shoved by hand or pulled by horse. It is designed to meet the demands of City and Suburban Residents, Parks, Cemeteries, Spray- ing Orchards. Fine for Whitewashing Build- ings, etc. Net cash price No. 7 Outfit equipped with 5 feet best hose and 6 feet extension rod; one double Vermorel and one Calla long dis- tance nozzle, same as shown in cut, $21.60. Rigged for horse, 922.B0. Mail 5 cents in stamps and receive copy of our 1902 Sprayer and Breeders' Supply Catalogue. Ripley Hardware Co. Manufacturer of Sprayers, BOX 19. GRAFTON. ILL. A New Trade Journal..... The cheapest and best advertising medium in the Trade is the new "Horticultural Advertiser of America," reaching over 5O0O leading nurserymen, seedsmen, florists and dealers every week. Rates only 50c per inch, front page 75c. cash with order. Every advertisement indexed. The first issue on March 1st will be of especial value to adver- tisers. Send orders now for best space. WALTER H. HARRISON, LA MOTT, PA. Mention the American Florist when writing to advertisers on this page. TheHorticulM Trade Journal THE LARGEST, BRIGHTEST AND BEST Horticultural Trade paper in thfi British Isles. It contains MORE ADVERTISEMENTS, MORE ILLUSTRATIONS and MORE NEWS than any of Its contemporaries. Read by the whole of the British trade and all the best European houses every week. Annual subscription, 75 cents. Specimen copy post free. Published weekly. Norlloultural Trad* Journal Co., Padlham, Lanoi., Eng. AIiL Nareerymen, Seedsmen and Florlati wlahing K to do bnslneia with Europe sboold lend tor tha "Horticultural Advertiser." Tbta ts the British Trade Paper, being read weekl; by all the Hortioaltoral traders; it Is also taken by over 1000 of the best Continental houses. Annnu •nbsorlptlon to cover cost of postage 76o. Monay orders payable at Lowdbam, Notts. Address KDITORS OF THE "H. A." ChilwaU Nuraarle*. LOWDHAM. Nott*. England. ftease mention theAmtrican Florist when writing. 146 The American Florist. Feb. 22, Minneapolis. TRADE VERY ACTIVE BDT LENT LIKELY TO MAKE SOME IMPRESSION.— VARIODS NOTES. Last week's business was exceedingly good and there were a large number of decorations, which made the call for greens heavy. But Lent's arrival will quiet this somewhat. Tea roses, espec- ially Meteors and Liberties, have been a ■hortage for the last month and the dark weather does not hasten them any. Bridesmaids and Brides are not overly plentiful, but just about meet demands. Beauties, too, are scarce and in order to secure them early orders have to be placed. DaflFodUs, Romans and Paper Whites are in goodly supply, but the call uses them up nicely. Valentine's day made violets the popular flower, but from reports the trade wa§ not what was expected and prepared for. Hans Rosachen, formerally of the East Side Floral Co., has purchased a small tract of land on the East Side and will erect a range in the spring. Rice Brothers report good business the last week but not as rushing as the pre- ceeding one, mostly because of the short- age of roses. Frank Kindler, of St. Cloud, has been spending the week in the Twin Cities on business, and calling on the trade in general. Lily of the valley is very fine but does not realize more than $3 per hundred. C. F. R. Omaha. nnSINESS STEADILY BRISK.— GOOD STOCK PLENTIFUL. — BOWLERS PLAN A PICNIC. Business has been good and steady and prices have kept up well. Never before were so many parties and teas as this season and the purchasers are more free in buying than in former years. Stock never was better than this season and, in fact, poor stock cannot be found. Some growers cut their buds too close, which will make them poor. Potted plants are selling well, azaleas especially, and well grown cinerarias. Cyclamens are not moving as well, although the plants are up to former years. Bulb- ous stock sells well, better than ever. Valentine's day is getting to be a Christ- mas on a small scale. Violets, American Beauties and carnations are the favored flowers for valentines, with a few flower- ing plants. February 9 the Nebraska Florists' Society held its monthly meeting and February 27 was set as the date for a florists' bowling picnic. The "South- siders" will play the "Northsiders" for a cash prize and after the bowling there will be a supper. Grippe. KELLER BR05., _ 213 15-17-13.21-23 Pearl St., NORRISTOWN. PA. Manufacturers of Standard Flower Pots, red in color, equal to the beat on the market; are 16 miles from Philadelphia, best of railroad connec- tions. We give special attention to mall orders and make special sizes to order in quantities. A postal will bring prices and discounts Please mention the American Florist when writing FLOWER POTS STANDARD PDTSspc^a.v List and SAMPLES FREE. SWAHN'S POTTERY MF'G CO., P.O. Box 78. MINNEAPOLIS. MINN. iHeau mention the American Floriil when writing. I .(Awarded the onlv fl»t- 'y olaiiCertifleatsol Merit 1 by the Society of Amer- ^> loan FloTiitiat Boiton- s ]i.ug. 21, I8»0, (ocStand- jard Flower Pott. PiiLLD][N [ONG Island (nv HILADELPHIA Traveling Representative, U. CUTLER RYERSON, 108 Third Ave. Newirk. N. J. THOSE RED POTS "STANDARDS" FULL SIZE AND WIDE BOTTOMS. BULB PANS AND AZALEA POTS. DETROIT FLOWER POT M'F'Y. HARRY BAL8LEY, ReD> DETROIT. MICH., 490 Haward St. Red Standard Pots. OORREOT SIZE. SUPERIOR QUALITY. Write for price li»t. 6. HENNEGKE 60.. ""-y.^.'^^^' Standard OnXSL Flower... ■ v^ i O If your greenbouses are within 600 inltet of the Capitol, write us, we can save you money W. H. ERNEST. 28th ind M Streett. WASHINGTON, D. C. GEO. KELLER & SON, MANUTACTCRERB OP FLDWER PDTS. Before bnylng write .jr prices, 361-363 Herndon Street, near Wrightwood Ave., CHICAGO. ILL. RED POTS SAMPLE POT AND PRICE LIST ON APPLICATION. C. C. POUWORTH CO.. jl',^'^^"'^" siissiii Flower Pots. LIGHT, COMPACT, UNBREAKABLE. UNEQUALLED. You can buy these of your nearest dealer. fU/ Riril Si Cnn MIII and Main Otnce: . Tf. OIIU a OUII, EAST WALPOLE, MASS. NEW YORK: CHICAGO: 120 Liberty St. 1434 MonadnooK Bldg. WRITE AF If nun 1521-23 N. LIAVITTST.^ . r. KUIilli OHIOAQO. ILL.. TOB PBiose or Standard Pots wblob for'itrength and porosity oombloed are the beit oa tbe market. American riorlst Advts. •HEWS^v k<^ATALoG^?^ STANDARD FLOWER POTS ! Packed in small crates, easy to handle. Pots Price per crate 1500 2-in., in crate, $4.88 1500 iH " 5.25 60 8 1500 2H " 6.00 48 9 1000 3 " 6.00 48 10 800 Zy, " 5.80 24 11 500 4 " 4.50 24 12 320 5 " 4 51 12 14 144 6 " 3.16 6 16 Seed pans, same price as pots, list of Cylinders for Cut Flowers. Pots Price per crate 120 7-in., in crate, J4.20 3.00 aeo 4.80 3 60 4.80 " 4.80 4.80 Send for price Hanging Bas- 10 per cent off for cash kets. Lawn Vases, etc. with order. HILFINQER BROS' POTTERY, OR.... FORT BDWARD, N. Y. AuoiTBT RoLKBR A SoNs, New York Agents, 52 Dkt Stbbet, Nbw York Crry. Gardeners' Chronicle. A Weekly Illustrated Journal. Established 1841. The GARDENERS' CHRONICLE has been poii oTBii Sixty Years the Leadino Journal ot Its class. It has achieved this position because, while specially devoting itself to supplying the daily requirements of gardeners of all classes, the Infor- mation furnished is of such general and perma- nent value that the GARDENERS' CHRONICLE is looked up to as the standard authouitt on the subjects of which it treats. Subscription to the United States, $4. '.20 per vear. Remittances to be made payable to H. G. COVE. Of pick: — 41 Wellington St. Covent Garden. London, England. Deutsche Gartner Zeitung The most widely oiroulated German gardeniof; Journal, treating of all departments of horticulture and floriculture. Numerous eminent oorreipon- dents in all parts of tbe world. An advertising medium of tbe bl^hest class. Moller's DeutHobe Gartner Zeitung is published weekly and rloblv Illustrated. Subscription 98.00 per annum, including postage. Sample copies free. LUDWIG MOLLER, ERFURT ••nnaay igo2. The American Florist. 147 A COMMON SENSE GUTTER fully protected liy patents. Made of the I«:st and most durable material; will last a life time. Why build the expensive steel green houses with wood sash tars, when you can build much neater houses .lust as durable with the same wood sash bars with the DUPLEX GDTTERS, and will cost you less than one-fourth the money? The DUPLEX GUTTERS ARE THE ONLY DRIP PROOF GUTTERS MADE. They are the neatest, with less shade; they will not cause any MILDEW on account o£ a steady drip in cold weather; no DRIP whatever from the underside or any part of the gutter; positively no BROKEN GLASS from walking in the gutter or from any other cause if they are put up as directed. The getting of the gutter i's very simple and can be done by any ordinary workman, not necessarily a mechanic. Catalogue free. THE STANDARD VENTILATING MACHINERY. Since I have sold my t^reenhouse business, I am devotinc my entire time to the manufacture ol the Ventilating Machinery and the Duplex Gutters. Every machine is set uji and thoroughly tested and put in smooth running order before leaving the shop. I also oversee the getting out the gutterp. I havp preatly improved the Standard machine and am sure that there is no machine as simple and durable. I will replace all broken raris that are caused by opf-r- ating in ten years. There is no wear out to them; they will last for many rebuilding of houses. AH dangerous parts are made of malleable iron and steel. Catalogue free. E. HIPPARD, YOUNGSTOWN. O. REDUCTION IN WINDOW fiLASS. WE CAN SAVE YOU MONEY. TRY US FOB POTTY, TOO. Write JOHN LUCAS & CO., 320 Race St., Phila. KROESCHELL BROS. CO. Greenhouse Boiler, 45 Erie St., CHICAGO. Boilers made of the beet of material, shell, firebox «heeta and heads of steel, water space all aroand IE>^SCH «& OO., Faie«*tee« Alanafacturers ot California Red Cedar an j Louialana Cypress Greenhouse Material. \citm SM tSltilliltiiiiitilt| POSSIBLY you have heard of Cy- LBsoLuliw/ press material that failed to last. \ | f R^^l^ Such Cypress invariably is furn- Hgw^tJ^ ished by parties who have no knowledge of \— i--^ the peculiar requirements of greenhouse material. We have made greenhouse construction a special study. Our lumber is selectid with the greatest of care, our material is guaranteed perfect and strictly up-to- date. Write us, when next you want material. imtoIisblackhawkSt UniLAUU ILl. SLLLmC AGE.NT5 FOR GARLAhD IRON GUTTERS. •* i9l!fl!ffi9liV9lf% C^^ET OUI« l=»»«ICKa* I GREENHOUSE SASH AND MATERIAL. I Our Facilities are Unexcelled 19 Years* Experience. FOLEY MANFG. CO., Factory and Lumber Yard, Offica 471 W. 22nd Straat, 474 to 498 W. 21tt Placa. > III0.^1S(>. Successful Growers are Wanted To know that they can dispose of all their surplus stock by adver- tising in the American Florist. TRY IT NOW. igo2. The American Florist. 149 M%^Kyrrv^tk^rii%^ra5^KyL^fiS^(Is^(Lv'5 RENDLE'S Greenhouse Construction NOW BEING ERECTED FOR HOWARD QOULD, ESQ , SANDS POINT, L. HE above cut represents a prespectivc view of the range of Conservatories and Greenhouses now being erected by me for HOWARD GOULD, Esq., at Sands Point, Long Island, which will cover over 20,000 square feet of ground and is probably the largest private range of greenhouses in the country. All the greenhouses are absolutely fireproof, no wood at all being used except for the doors. The roof, sides and ends are to be glazed on the "Paradigm" System of Glass Roofing, an illustrated catalogue of 40 pages descriptive of same sent free on application. "^ ^^^^g ''ilirlliiniil' m^W^^^§, SOUTHEAST VIEW OF ABOVE RANGE. Horticultural Buildings of every description erected. Arthur E* Rendle, Horticultural Architect and Builder TELEPHONE 1094 JOHN. 116 Nassau St., New York. ^^^m^eoem^e^^^^^eoo^me^m^^m^^^s^ee^mop mm 150 The American Florist. Feb. 22, Nashville. JOYS BUY THE CURREY PLANT FROM THE TRUSTEE IN BANKRUPTCY. — TRADE CON- TINUES GOOD. — VARIOUS NOTES. I'or the past month the trustee, A. W. Akers, has been engaged In closing out the stock in bankruptcy o< Currey & Co. A large number of plants were sold to private parties but the bulk of the stock and the entire plant, comprising over an acre of glass with the contents of the greenhouses and the lots upon which they were built, were closed out to the Joy & Son Co. The old and well known firm of Currey & Company was the pioneer in the business here, having been established in 1875. It now passes out of existence. Joy & Son will for the pres- ent run the plant, at least until after Raster, and will then determine what they will do In the future. The severe weather and heavy snows for the past few weeks have had the effect of shortening stock on roses and violets. Dealers had very good sales on Valen- tine's day, but were short on violets. The Lenten season has very little effect upon the flower trade, as a rule, in this city, for while there are no great occa- sions or very large call for flowers, there is a steady small demand. Some very fine carnations are coming in now, and Geny Brothers are showing a very fine white, large in size and perfect in form. It is rumored that a well known department store will shortly open a cut flower department. M. C. Dorris. Racine, Wis — The city is going into the florist business, erecting a greenhouse in the cemetery. It is not at present con- templated to fell plants to lot owners, only to avoid buying them for the ceme- tery beds. Waynesboro. Pa. — Henry Eichholz will vacate the old Witterhouse greenhouses, built in 1891, on October 1, and will remove this summer to his new place, purchased two years ago, eight modern structures, one 31x150, one 12x150 and six 10x60. The place is beautifully located, overlooking the Cumberland valley, with the Blue Mountain chain as a background. Geraniums and novelties in carnations, roses and chrysanthemums will, as heretofore, be the stock grown. W^WJOWCiW.i CYPRESS Is Far McJre Durable Than PINE. rCYPRESSi SASH BARS UP TO 32 FEE.T_OR LONGER. GREENHOUSE AND OTHER BUILDING MATERIAL, MEN FURNISHED TO SUPERINTEND ERECTION WHEN DESIRED. Send for our Circulars. THEA-TS+eAm^ lymbe;^ C9" fjEPONSET, BOSTONJ^^ASS. IT BARCtm "PRICES. GALVANIZED WIRE 1 llty lur lomlB of II. w tMlvanizi ■! '"l"-' '""'"''. ''.'.'il'il'r', ^-si^^B^ Nf VI' r wii'H ii.si'il. ( I iiin'H 1 1 iiiii w L'l -"^'"^ 1^,,.. IMt up lIHin.-.. t...ilC-ollllIlcl 1,11 IV "Hf hl/.ti win' I" cuili I III ml If. Irk.-, rung" '">" «'•<" '" *'•'"' ''"■ ' "',','„r"rr"''." '<»<»l'«t°'' ""• ■' ^ ""■ ^"" ,"vZm vVi, i.ui..ii."II1<'"»»ii"-.<:'''"«»- The Highest award at the New York Carnation Show was given to a man who has forty-three (43) of our AUTOMATIC VENTILATORS OUR VENTILATORS are at work in the Central Park Conservatories. Prevents Mildew Operates to perfictloR In catch) weather. Commercial growers use them largely The Automatic Ventilator does Its own thinking. Saves all labor. Improves the growth of plants. Especially good for Roses. Wllllastallfi- tlme and soon pay for themselves. The Automatic Ventilator ventilates as necessity requires. The Chadborn Patent Aatomatic Ventilator For Greenhoases, and also Temperature Regulator for Radiators. One of our Washington, D. C, pitrons says, uadir date of Jan. 8, 1902, "I hav< the finest carnations in Washington." They are equally good for roses. MANUFACTURED BV THE CHADBORN MFC. CO. Broadway and High St., Newburg, N. Y. Our llluitrated Catalogue, Prices. Etc., i( yourt lor the asking. WE VENTIUTED THE NORTH CONSERVATORY AT THE PAN-AMERICAN EXPOSITION AND TOOK THE COED Ml DAL Please mention the A merican Flortst when ivrttine- igo2. The American Florist. 151 Lord b Burnham Co. ESTABLISHED 1856. HORTICULTURai ARCHITECTS AND BUILDERS AND MflNUFACTURERS OF HEATING AND VENTILATING APPARATUS. Plans and estimates furnished on application for Heating and Ventilating Apparatus erected complete or for material only. Catalogue of Patent Iron Greenhouse Construction mailed on receipt of five cents postage. z c z > 00 m n H ►—I O z > r a: o H > m ?o Dd o n m 5C Specially adapted to large ranges. Will heat up to 19,000 feet of glass. L4R0E HEATING SUREACt, PERrECT COMBUSTION, niGIIEST ECONOMY, MODERATE COST. Also Heaters for smaUer work. Catalogue of Greenhouse Heating and Ventilating Apparatus mailed from New York office on receipt of five cents postage. ESTIMATES ElRNIStlED FOR CYPRESS GREENtlOUSE MATERIAL. NEW YORK OFFICE, St. James Bldg , Broadway and 26th St. GENERAL OFFICE AND WORKS, Irvlngton-on-Hudson, N. Y. lllltnH!lnit!M(M|inHPIMtNHMMIIIIII IIMIIIIMIffll •■■■■■■•■■■■■■■■■■UllllllllllMIIIHIIIIHIIIIMIIIIIIillllllHIIIIIIIIIIIII IIIMIIilllllllllllllllllliniHIIMllt 152 The American Florist. Feb. 22, lodez to Advertiien. AdTertlilng rates. . . 120 Allen JK 124 American Rose Co. If Amling EC 123 Asohmann Godfrey. 132 Baldwin A J 141 Banner J L A Co... 14i Bassett & Wash- burn 133 129 133 BaurS Alfred I Bayersdorfer H & Co 143 Beokert W C 143 Benthey & Co 123 Bernheimer Kugene 124 BerningH G 123 Bird F W & Son. ... 146 Bobbink & Atkins. 141 BostonCo-operative Growers Ex 122 Boston Letter Co. . . 143 Urague L B 112 Brant S D 128 Brill Francis 126 Brod John 133 Bruns H N 133 Buckley W T Plant Co 142 BudloneJA 133 139 Bunyard H A 142 ISu'bank Luther.... 141 Burpee W A Qurney Heater Co.. Guttman Alex J ... . Hail Ass'n Hammond W A Hancock G 8l Son . . Harrison Walter H. Hart M A Heacook Joseph Heiss J B Hennecke CCo Herendeen Mfg Co Eerr Albert M.. 135 Herrmann A Herron Dana R Hews A HA Co.... Hilflnger Eros Hill The EG Co HjIIs H Hillsdale Floral Pk. Hippard E Hitchings A Co .III Hoffman William.. HoltonAHunKel Co Hooker H M Co Horan Edw C Hort Adv Horticultural Trade Journal Co Hose Connect'n Co, Humfeld C Hunt E H 123 Invalid Appl'ceCo. Irvine John A Sons. Jacobs S A Sons Jennings E B Johnson A Stokes . . Kasting W F Keller Bros Keller Geo A Son. . . Kellogg Geo M Kennicott Bros Co.. 139 130 Kentucky Tobacco Product Co KervanCo The Kift Joseph A Son.. King Fred J Kohr A F Kreshover L J Kroeschell Bros Co. Kuehn C A KuhlGeoA133 133 138 Lager A Hurreli — Lukeview Rose Gar. Laiubers P Lang Julius Langjahr AH LocklandLumCc 153 LongD B Lonsdale Edwin Loorais Floral Co . . Lord A BurnnamCo 151 Lucas J A Co Mader Paul May John N McCarthy N F A Co McCullough's Sons McKellarAWintrson Mercer Floral Co, Michell Henry F — MicbiganCut Flow- er Ex Millang Chas Millang Frank Muting Floral Co.. Holler's Zeitung.... Moninger J CCo — Moon Wm HCo.... Moore G P Moore, Hentz A Nash Moss Geo M MottSeed A Bulb Co Muno John Murray Edgar A — Murray J C Nelson E A N Y Cut Flower Co. N Y Cut Flower Ex. Niohol Walters.... N lessen Leo 153 125 147 139 135 115 12> 139 141 146 IV 141 141 132 146 116 I 141 133 147 IV 129 130 153 135 145 U5 II 135 136 143 HJ 153 HO 127 131 146 116 1 5 134 144 140 145 137 146 142 147 13; 140 Ml 1.14 138 135 125 IV IV 138 13? IV 147 111 138 124 137 137 137 144 122 1-25 125 141 li6 147 128 132 135 131 141 133 U4 139 135 131 134 133 124 Boilers OP HIGH . aRADB.."** For GREENHOUSES. See Our Catalogue.. (■Sam and Hot Water. 6lblln&Co.. UtlcaJ.Y, : Holds Class I Firmly < See the Point IS" \ PEERLESS 4 Olazlnie I'uliitK ftri- thetx-iu < No rlKhri nr l.'ft". K -x ol ^ 1,000 |>"luU 16 Otn. pr)ilpAlrl. 1 nEI«IITA.DnEER, I 714 Ohr*tnat Ht., rhtlK., Pa. ^..j^ SSI^t Olbertz J 143 Pennook Sam'lS. .. 134 Perkins John J 135 Pittsburg Cut Flo Co 123 Poehlmann Bros Co. 133 134 Pollworth C C Co. . . 146 Pritohard J N...128 142 QuakerCityMachCo 153 Randall A L 123 Raynor J 1 135 K;ed A Keller 147 Regan Print House. 1 15 ReinbergGeo....l23 136 Reinherg Peter. 133 135 R.ndle Arthur E... 149 Rice Bros 122 Rice MA Co 143 Ripley H'dware Co. 145 Robinson H M A Co 143 Roemer Fred II Roland Thomas.... 140 Rolker A A Sons.... 141 Salt Lake Floral Co 133 Saltford Geo 13j Schlllo Adam IV Schmidt J C 140 Scott Roht A Son,.. 139 Shellroad Greenh's. 141 Sheridan W F 13i Siebrecht A Son I Situations A Wants 131 Skabcura Dip Co. . . 144 Smith Nath A Son.. 141 Smith W A TCo.... I Smith W L 141 Soupert A Netting.. 138 Spangler E J A Co.. II Sprague Smith Co.. 153 Stearns Lumber Co. 150 Stone Chas D A Co. 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IV Wolf John 133 Wood Bros 140 WoodT W A Sons.. 136 Woodfall Bros 135 Young Jno 135 Young W G 143 Young A Nugent ... 13) WROUGHT IRON PIPE ^ Good condition, used short time only; new threads and couplings; for Steam, Gas or Water: sizes from M to 12 inch diameter. Our price per foot on % inch is 3c i on i inch 3Kc. Write for free catalogue No. 4i ' CHICAGO HOUSE WRECKING CO., Yi. 8&lh and Iron Sts., OIICAGO. Always mention the American Flo- rist when writing to advertisers. GOOD A GENERATION AGO ! Good Today S Good Always! The WEATHERED BOILER and the prlnoiples on whlob it U GonBtruoted have stood the test of years. If you want a reliable heater, there are none as good as the WEATHERED. Endorsed by hundreds of Flo- rists. Send for descriptive list. Tiios. W. Weathered's Sons, 48 MARION 8T^ NEW YORK CITY. Sprague Smith Go. PIATE AND WINDOW GUSS Greenhouse Glass a Specialty 205 Raadolpfe Street, CHICAGO. OX^.^ 3 A I 7 o M Mmerica is "the Prow of the UessbI; Uiete may be mors comfort Rmidsbips, but wo are the Srst to touch Unknown Seas," Vol. XVIII. CHICAQO AND NEW YORK, MARCH i, 1902. No. 717. f LHliE SkmSm^BM lFlL@M@T Sevbntbbmth Year. Copyright 1903, by American Florist Company, Entered as Seoond-Clasa UaU Matter. Published bvbbt Sattjbdat bt AMERICAN FLORIST COMPANY, 334 Dtarbom 5t., Chlcaeo. Butero Ofllc*: 79 Milk St., Bixton. Subscription, tl.OO a year. To Europe, IZ.OO. Subscriptions accepted only from the trade. SOCIETY OF AMERICAN FLORISTS AND ORNAMENTAL HORTICULTURISTS. OmcBRB — John Burton. Philadelphia, Pa., presideni J. W. C. Deake, Asheville, N. C, vice- presideni, Wm. J. Stewart, 79 Milk Street, Boston, Mass., secretary; H. B. Beattt, Oil City, Pa., treasurer. The eighteenth annual meeting will be held at Asheville, N. C, August, 1903. THE AMERICAN CARNATION SOCIETY. Annual convention at Brooklyn, N. Y., Feb- ruary, 1903. Albert M. Hebb, Lancaster, Pa., secretary. AMERICAN ROSE SOCIETY. Annual meeting at New York, March 11-lS, 1902, Leomarii Babbom, 136 Liberty St., New York, secretary. CHRYSANTHEMUM SOCIETY OF AMERICA. Annual meeting at Asheville, N. 0., August, 1902. Edwin Lonsdale, Chestnut Hill, Pa., Sec'y. THIS ISSUE 44 PAGES WITH COVER. CONTENTS. Seasonable plant notes 153 The sweet pea and its failings (illus ) 154 Carnations (illus.) 155 — Now varieties at Indianapolis 155 — Tlie ideal carnation 156 — Rootinp carnation cuttings 156 Roses — About bedding roses 157 — Grafting on Manetti 157 'I he Balduin controversy 157 The "brass band introduction." 158 Trees and shrubs for the lawn 158 With the growers— Christ. Hansen, St. Paul... 160 The production of cut flowers 160 Aids to the plant salesman (illus.) 161 German irises for forcing 161 Outdoor chrysanthemums 161 Boston 162 Chicago 163 Philadelphia 163 Baltimore 163 Chrysanthemum Society of America 164 No fakirs in Chicago 164 Size of boiler. 164 A valuable fire extinguisher 164 Obituary 164 The seed trade 170 New York 170 The nursery trade 173 Our pastimes 174 Cincinnati 174 Detroit 178 Toronto 180 St. Louis 183 Cleveland 184 Louisville, Ky 186 Seasonable Plant Notes. Lack of space is a common complaint at this season of the year from the fact that the Easter stock is occupying a great deal of room in the majority of florists' places and, this crop being one of the most important of the year, it does not pay to skimp it. As the taste of the plant buying public advances, the demand is for better and still better stock, and in order to meet this demand space must be had at the right time for the best development of the plants. It has been often noted that plant prices do not seem to advance in propor- HENRY DAILLEDOUZE. Vice-President American Carnation Society. tion with the advance in quality of the stock produced by the leading growers, and there is doubtless much truth in such a statement, but nevertheless the grower of good stock has a much better chance in the market during a dull period than the producer of low grade plants. The higher grades of cut flowers bring better prices than the average cut, and it would seem only reasonable that the same role should apply to the plant trade. It may be remembered, how^ever, that we cannot yet import cut flowers as rea-Jily as this is done with many lines of plants, and, to that extent, at least, the grower of cut flowers has some advantage over his brother who handles plants only. But to return to the work of the sea- son, we find that the present time is one of the best of the year for the propaga- tion of many plants, and during this month the propagating beds should not be idle, even though one has to build shelves in order to find accommodation for the product of the propagating beds. Many foliage plants root very readily at this time, among these being crotons, acalyphas, dracsenas, ficuses and others, the process of rooting progressing very rapidly during the period when we have steady bottom heat and not too strong sunshine. Of course the cutting beds or frames are likely to dry out much more rapidly w^ith the strong firing that is so frequently required in midwinter, but this only necessitates a little more watchfulness on the part of the operator, and should be attended to just as soon as the house warms up in the morning, or at about 9 a. m. The chief secret in the successful root- ing of cuttings is to maintain moisture enough to keep the cuttings plump and stiff without getting the rooting medium so wet as to encourage the decay of the cuttings and at the same time to give sufficient ventilation to keep the air pure and sweet and thus to avoid the spread of funerus. Pure, fresh air is one of the best disinfectants known, and if one can keep up a sufficient supply of this cheap- est of remedies there will be but little to fear from wandering bacteria. Some growers find a little difficulty with cuttings of the variegated acalyphas damping ofl, but this is perhaps due to some extent to using cuttings that are rather too hard, the better method being to bring the stock plants into the warm- est greenhouse at about the holidays, giving them a shift if the plants are starved, and they will then start freely in a very short time, producing an abundance of short and soft young shoots that form the very be!st material for cuttings. These cuttings will root rapidly in a night temperature of 65° to 70° and will also grow on rapidly into useful stock when kept under similar con- ditions and given plenty of light and moisture, for it should be borne in mind that acalyphas are naturally tropical subjects. It will be remembered by propagators that the soft young tip of the common 154 The American Florist. Mar. /, verbena will root in about three days, I while a hard shoot from the same plant may take two weeks in the rooting pro- cess, and much the same rule applies to the variegated acalyphas, except that the latter plant usually occupies ten to twelve days in rooting anyway. Another notable example of the value of selection in attempting the propaga- tion of plants that are a little "miffy" about rooting is found in the case of that very pretty greenhouse shrub, Coprosma Baueri variegata, a plant that roots with reasonable facility when the cut- tings are very young and soft. For example, the short side growths from a plant that has been brought into heat, while hard cuttings will almost invari- ably damp off promptly, or else abso- lutely refuse to form roots. The same rule will apply to a much more common subject, namely, Lippia (Aloysia) citrio- dora, the lemon verbena, a plant that roots very readily from soft cuttings, but hesitates decidedly if the wood be hard. It is also a wise plan never to allow cuttings to remain in the sand or what- ever medium may be used on the propa- gating bench after they are fairly rooted, for but little nourishment can be had from such a source, and the young plant may get stunted by such treatment, besides the loss of time in filling up the space with a new lot of cuttings. The rooted cutting business has grown to large proportions withmanygrowers, but at the prices quoted for much of this stock it certainly would not pay to occupy bench room with it after the cut- tings were once rooted, and in conse- quence the crop is moved off rapidly and a new lot follows just as soon as they can be put in. Plants that may be used in filling vases and window boxes form no small item in the stock of many florists, for not only considerable variety is admissable in such cases, but also a considerable quantity, for in both vases and boxes for the win- dow or porch it is a prime requirement that an immediate effect be produced, the customer naturally objecting to having to wait "while it grows." The window box, if well filled, is perhaps more satii- factory than some of the vases, and especially those made of metal, for while the latter may be unique in design and perhaps artistic in outline, yet they do not provide ideal conditions for plant growing, unless it maybe for the growth of century plants or Arizona cacti. But the window box is more often made of wood and, being square sided, provides more root room for the plants therein, and in addition to this does not bake the roots so rapidly. Some of our large hotels and apartment houses use up quite a goodly quantity of plants in this kind of decoration, the winter filling of the boxes being managed with hardy evergreens, and as soon as the weather permits the evergreens are removed and their places occupied with spring flowers, hyacinths, daffodils, pansies and the like, and these in turn giving place to summer flowers, vines and foliage, the material used depending largely on the taste of the decorator and the location and exposure of the building. W. H. Taplin. Parkehville, Pa.— William Booth will close out his business and on March 1 return to his former home at Trenton, N.J. New Castle, Ind.— L. A. Jennings is making arrangements to replace his pres- ent range of greenhouses with new And thoroughly modern structure?, The Sweet Pea and Its Failings. As Mr. Hutchins intimates, in his arti- cle on sweet pea troubles, issue of Feb- ruary 5, page 37, that he is more liberal — has learned to say agnosco in many cases now where formerly he believed he had absolute knowledge in matters of theology — he will pardon me if 1 suggest that honest seekers after truth should be equally humble in opinions as to undis- covered laws of nature. I think, how- ever, that the vast majority of the read- ers of the American Florist will agree with me that it has been demonstrated that the failure with sweet peas in cer- tain sections has had nothing whatever to do with the locality in which the seed was raised. In fact, it I recollect rightly, Mr. Hutchins himself admitted as much the last time we had the pleasure of a visit from him at Fordhook. If Mr. Hutchins were right in the supposition SWEET PEAS AT VICTORIA. B. C. that the sweet pea had deteriorated by being grown in large areas for seed he certainly should be able to bring forth some evidence that in the same place where the regular brands of commercial seed failed there is success from Eckford- grown seed, which gave such admirable satisfaction a few years ago and which is produced of the same grade, in the same place and under the same expert culture as it was formerly. This to my mind is a complete answer to the whole question as to the trouble being with the seed. I must entirely differ with Mr. Hutchins in his statement that "We have been developing it right away from this primi- tive quality." We have been doiag no such thing. The fact is, as every seed grower will tell you, the quality and vitality of seed is much better in seasons of full crops than when the seed is small. Compare the vitality of Long island grown cabbage seed, crop of I'.iul, with the vitality of seed produced on a year when the crops are large. Consequently growing sweet peas in sections where they bloom most profusely and seed freely must tend to strengthen their vigor rather than to weaken it. As a matter of fact, .Vmerican dealers are annually exporting increased quantities of sweet pea seed to the most critical houses in England. Several of these orders come from houses who admit plainly in placing same that they could get English-grown- seed for less money but they prefer our American-grown seed. If 1 were at lib- erty to mention the names of several of these firms, even Mr. Hutchins would recognize the fact that they knew as much about the general seed businessaud were as anxious to please their customers with first-class sreds as can be Henry Eck'ord himself Further than this we have repeatedly sold seed of our new race of Cupids to Henry Eckford direct. Any- one upon consulting his catalogue will see how enthusiastically he speaks of the dwarf Cupids and of their wonderful free- dom of bloom. Notwithstanding that there have been other sections where the extreme dry weather, aphis, or othercauses have con- tributed to the failure of sweet peas for several years, as has been the case around Springfield, Mass , yet our demand for seed has shown a steady increase and we receive constantly most enthusiastic let- ters as to the grand success of ourcustom- ers, both amateurs and florists. Fre- quently these customers mail us photo- graphs of their vines. I send with this arti- cle a photograph (reproduced herewith) which has just arrived from Jas. A. Bland, of Victoria, British Columbia, which he writes us was taken on September 17. You will see by tbis photo that the sweet pea vines are at least ten feet high. Furthermore, I can honestly say that not even at Henry Eckford's own grounds in Shropshire have I ever seen better sweet peas, nor in fact as strong a growth of vine, as I had the pleasure of seeing last August in my native province of New Brunswick and in Nova Scotia. The vines for almost their entire length of seven to ten feet were covered with bloom of brilliant colors and immense size. In fact I felt quite proud when in the major- ity of cases I was told by my friends that they were grown from Burpee's seeds, either obtained direct from Philadelphia or through local merchants. Last July our Mr. Earl visited Buffalo at the time of the sweet pea exhibit at the Pan- American and he states that the flowers w^hich composed our exhibit and the other flowers shown there were magnifi- cent— of as high a standard as he had ever seen in Springfield. The flowers for our exhibit weregrown by R. E.iBoettger, of Eergertsville. N. Y. If Mr. Hutchins would write either to Mr. Boettger or to the sweet pea enthusiasts in the vicinity of Avoca. N. Y., they would gladly tell him doubtless of the complete success they had with the "regular commercial seeds" supplied by American seedsmen. The suggested theory of having difler- ent sweet pea stocks localized in diflerent states as a remedy for failures in certain sections seems to me, with all due defer- ence to Mr Hutchins, simply ridiculous. It is a known fact that Mr. Eckford's novelties the year they are sent out give comparatively a weak growth of vines and sometimes fail to germinate satisfac- torily. The seed grown in America, either along the Atlantic or Pacific coasts, shows stronger vitality and a much greater vigor in growth. The use of planting such a grand new variety as Miss Willniott was amply demonstrated by the blooms exhibited by Mr. Larrowe of Cohocton, N. Y., at the Pan-American. I regret extremely that Mr. Hutchins bas become "side-tracked" on the unten- igGS. The American Florist. 155 able theory to which he now seems to cling. I am quite sure that with his keen power ot observation if he would only devote bis energies in trying to find what is the trouble with local conditions where sweet peas fail we all might hope for gome solution of this annoying problem. W. Atlbb Burpee. In regard to the localization of the sweet pea, as advocated by Mr. Hutch- ins, I wonld say that I do not think the facts show that the cause of the failure of the plants is in the seed. Crossing rnay have done something to weaken and high cultivation, to secure size of flower and length of stem, more; but the sweet pea still has vitality enough to stand any rational treatment. I am inclined to assign the cause of failure to the use of too much and too strong fertilizers in the ground, to too close planting and too much water in the earlier stages of growth. And it also seems to me that there should be a rigid investigation for Eome insect or fungus disease that is at work. As near as I can learn, whatever the caase Is, it is gradually enlarging its area. I must confess that I can see no decrease in the vitality or root growth on my own grounds, either in my own seed or in Eckford's or California stocks. There has always been the necessity to plant the Eckford's in frames to germi- nate, but after once started they would make a good growth. One thing I have noticed is that where my plantings are thinnest the vitality is the greatest, and frequently they will produce bloom after a full crop of seed has been picked. ThequestioD,itseemstome,is for sweet pea lovers to be contented with a little less size of flower and length of stem, to avoid forcing too much in the early growth, depend more on mulch and less on water. There is just one thing more that I can- not agree with and that is planting on a south exposure, where they will get the full sun all day. My own experience, even in this cooler climate, is that shade during the hottest part of the day always gives larger and more robust vines, with increased length of stem and size of flowers. I am not fully satisfied that the use of wire as a support does not have something to do with the matter. If I were so situated I should certainly carry on some experiments to see If there are not local conditions which cause the failures. In the meantime, let those who have done anything in the line of growing and sowing their own seeds report their results, and also let those who make a success as well as those who fail compare notes and see if the cause cannot be fer- reted out. I believe it is universally admitted that where a plant grows to the greatest per- fection there is the place to grow the seed. S. T. Walker. Forest Grove, Ore. CARNATIONS. NEW VARIETIES AT INDIANAPOLIS. There was much of interest to the car- nation grower in the new varieties staged at Indianapolis. Practically all of the new sorts were shown and there was ample opportunity for the comparison of the novelties with the best of the older varieties. Among the season's novelties and undisseminated sorts, I noted the following: yohn Hartje, of Indianapolis, showed four seedlings under number. No. 1431 CARNATIONS IN DECORATIVE WORK. (From a photograph supplied by C. W. Ward). is a well formed flower, deeper in color than Mrs. La wson, of good size and with good stem. No. 1453 is a striking white, above the average in size and well built up in the center. No. 1420 is also a very good white and No. 1421 is a good pink, after the style and color of Ethel Crocker. E. A. Nelson, of Indianapolis, showed the widely heralded pink seedling named after his wife and it was closely scruti- nized by every grower present. A few plants of it have been tried by many of the best growers throughoutthe country and with uniformly good results. The flowers on exhibition seemed to merit the good opinions expressed. R. Witterstaetter, of Cincinnati, exhib- ited Enquirer in extra fine shape and coming well up to the best vase on exhibition. From the same exhibitor there was a promising white marked No. 723 A. L. E. Marquisee, of Syracuse, staged his new white. Empire State, a handsome flower of great size, with good stifl stem, excellent form and clear color. C. Warburton, of Fall River, Mass., showed Cressbrook in fine shape, giving much promise as a useful variety. It is deep pink in color and has a fine stem. The E. G. Hill Company, of Richmond, had without doubt the best vase of blooms on exhibition, in Adonis, the winner of the Lawson and S. A. F. medals. The color is a bright scarlet, not seen in any other carnation, the size is large and the stem long and strong. They also showed Gaiety, a flower after the style of Mrs. Bradt, equally large, but the variegation is more decided, giving it a striking efiect. Peter Fisher's exhibits were delayed on the way from Ellis, Mass., but his Gov. Wolcott still showed up in fine shape and had many admirers. It may be described as a white Mrs. Lawson, size and stems fully up to that variety. His Enchantress is a beautiful, even Daybreak pink, pro- nounced by many the best of its color in sight. It has good stem, excellent size and fine form. Mr. Fisher also showed Mrs. M. A. Patten, a seedling after the Mrs. Bradt style, but the markings are not so prominent. It has the requisites of size, form and stem. Emil Buettner, of Park Ridge, 111., brought No. 99, a seedling deeper in color than Daybreak, well up in size, on stifi stems and showing good form. G. M. Nanmann, of Cleveland, staged 156 The American Florist. Mar. I, WITTERSTAETTER'S ENQUIRER. BASSETT & WASHBURN'S MRS. LAWSON. PRIZE-WINNING VASES OF CARNATIONS AT THE INDIANAPOLIS EXHIBITION. Louise Naumann, a pink after the stjle of Wm. Scott, but not up to present day requirements. J. B. Goetz, of Saginaw, Mich., showed Oriole, a good scarlet as regards color, but not large enough to warrant the statement that it is an advance over existing varieties. Boehringer Bros., of Bay City, Mich., brought Daybreak Perfection, so far as flower goes, an improvement over that variety, but a little soft. E. T. Grave, of Richmond, Ind., showed CamasUiaflora, a white showing up in every respect to good advantage in com- parison with other sorts on exhibition. If other growers can do this sort as well as it is grown by the originator, it should prove a winner. F. Domer & Sons Company, of Lafayette, Ind., had a fine display of seedlings and also showed their novelties for this season. Dorothy Whitney is a fine yellow. Alba a grand large white, and Stella a variegated sort after the style of Mrs. Bradt, with large size and good stem. But the best of them all seems to be Apollo, a very promising scarlet. The Chicago Carnation Company, of Joliet, 111., staged their novelties for this season, together with No. 101, a fine, well formed white afterthestyle of White Cloud, but a big advance on that variety. They also showed the famous crimson, Harlo warden, which will be heard from later. Mrs. Higinbotham and Mrs. Potter Palmer are very well known and as staged gained many admirers. Baur & Smith, of Indianapolis, put up a fine display of seedlings. C. W. Johnson. THE IDEAL CARNATION. In his responie to the toast "Carna- tions of the Future" at the banquet at Indianapolis, L, E. Marquisee said in part: What ii the ideal carnation, the carna- tion of the future? First, it must be healthy, strong and vigorons. This goes without saying and needs no argument. We want no weaklings, no varieties ot deficient vitality, for they cannot pro- duce the resutes we require. Second, it must have the "upright habit," as it is called, producing only flowering shoots and no surplus grass. "Grassy" carna- tions, producing unnecessary foliage instead of and at the expense of flowers are back numbers. Our bench room is too valuable to tolerate such stufi'. The carnation of the future must there- fore be free. It must also be early and continuous. We cannot afford to wait till the season is half over before obtain- ing our results. "Croppers" are to be discarded. By the way, we need a good white now to flower by the first or mid- dle uf September to fill the gap between the time asters are gone and the present white carnations come into flower. Who will produce it? The carnation of the future must have strong stems, not necessarily as stifi"as a poker, holding the flower at the top like a wad of cotton on a stick. A slight droop, just enough for grace, is not only not objectionable, but desirable. Stems eighteen to twenty-four inches long are sufficient for all practical commercial pur- poses. Stems three feet long are espe- cially adapted for exhibition purposes. The carnation ot the future must have size. The little buttons of former days will no longer answer. Three to three and a half inches make a good average commercial size. The general utility of carnations much larger than this might be questioned. The color must be pure of its shade, if white, a pure white; if pink, a-true pink, whether light, medium or dark, nnmixed with the purplish or magenta shades. In scarlet it must be a rich, deep, intense scarlet. At present Adonis will answer. The form mustbebeautilul and shapely and while not so regular as to suggest the idea of stiffneas it must be sufficiently so to represent the characteristic circular form. It must be fine petaled rather than coarse, many petaled rather than few, well built up in the center rather than flat, serrated, though not too deeply, rather than plain. It must have substance and be a good keeper and shipper. It must be fragrant. A beautiful car- nation without fragrance is like a land- scape without sunlight, music without expression, oratory without feeling, a beautiful face with no soul behind it. ROOTING CARNATION CUTTINGS. Ed. Am. Fi.orist:— In the past we have bought our carnation cuttings, but we would like to try rooting our own stock. Will you please to tell us how to pro- ceed. A. P. C. Select cuttings from good healthy plants such as are producing good flow- ers and take them from the base of the flowering branch. They can be either cut or pulled, the only important part being to have good wood, that is, one or two joints below the tip of the cutting, so that it is hard enough to stand han- dling. Pull a few of the lower leaves off the cutting or rather pinch them olT, as the cuttings should not be barked or skinned in any manner. They will root equally well if cut off" clean at the bottom or left just as they are taken from the plant. Use any good, clean sand that will root other stock and keep them care- fully shaded and sj ringed until they have started to root; then they can be gradu- ally given light and air in abundance. The shading can be any material handy that will keep out the sun and keep off all currents of air from the young cut- tings. I find a medium grade of muslin the best shading and easiest managed if nailed on lath so that it can be rolled up easily. Syringe in the morning and if very hot the shading can be syringed once during the day. Keep the sand igo2. The American Florist. 157 ■ t? •''^* ^■^^^^^^^n' 1 - BASSETT & WASHBURN'S GOLD NUQGET. PETERSONS ESTELLE, Cn PRIZE-WINNING VASES OF CARNATIONS AT THE INDIANAPOLIS EXHIBITION. from 45° to 50° and the top temperature about the same; 45° is the best, although it takes a little longer to get them rooted. As soon us well rooted, pot or plant them. Albert M. Herr. ROSES. ABOUT BBDDING ROSES. Ed. Am. Florist: — Which varieties of the hybrid tea roses give the greatest amount of bloom when bedded outside, and what would be the fair average life of the plants when they must be taken up in the fall and stored in a cool cellar dur- ing winter? F. C. C. Kaiserin Augusta Victoria, Baldnin, Robert Scott, Grns an Teplitz, Souvenir du President Camot and La France are prob- ably the best of the hybrid tea class for summer blooming in the open ground. As to the average life of roses when they have to be lifted in the fall and stored in a cool cellar, unless they are better cared for than is general under such circumstances, aboQt one year will be the average life of them. Instead of placing them in a cool cellar for the winter lift them carefully in the fall and heel into a cold frame made of rough boards, sunken eighteen to twenty-four inches in the ground, and when the plants are all replanted in the frame fill the balance of the space above the tops with dry leaves to the level of the ground. Over this, as soon as cold weather sets in, shelter should be placed to keep off snow and rains. As soon as the weather will permit the removal of the covering in the spring, gradually expose the plants to sun and air for two or three weeks, in which time they will make new roots and be ready to start into active growth as soon as planted in their summer quarters. I have seen not only hybrid teas but teas carried over very successfully for several years with not over five per cent loss with above treatment. John N. May. GRAFTING ON MANBTTI. Most of the growers have commenced their grafting by this time, but those who have not should not delay. A few sug- gestions at this time might prove valua- ble to some of our fellow rose growers. All of the Manetti stocks should be potted up by this time. I should advise anyone who has any grafting to do to pot all the Manetti stocks before graft- ing and not to graft before they have started a little. I generally begin by picking out those which have the eyes just starting to swell, and in this way those which start slowly will be left until the last and will have had time enough to develop a flow of sap. I think the best plan is to set the stocks under the bench in some cool house, say a carnation house, for instance, one where the temperature is below 50°. Leave them there until you see the eyes swelling, and then use only those that have started. I think by starting them slowly in this way it gives the best results, as they form new roots, which will be their main dependence when they are called upon for a sudden flow of sap, which must not cease after they aire first united with the scion. In starting them in this way there is less chance for the Manetti to remain dormant for even a little time after it is united with the scion, which is growing. If the scion is placed on a Manetti stock which does not have a flow of sap from the very first, you will either lose the graft altogether or it will be liable to make a weak plant, one which will not unite firmly and will be liable to break away at some future time. After the grafted stock is placed in the case, take especial care to keep the tem- perature at its proper height and have the case quite damp at all times. When they have been in the case a short time the stock is liable to send up young shoots, which should becut back as soon as they appear. Take good care to keep down fungus. This can be warded against by syringing with lime water quite freely. Between each new and old batch of grafts it is a good idea to use a liberal supply of air-slaked lime In the bottom of thecase. This helps to sweeten it wonderfully. After the stocks have been in the case about eighteen days they should be united enough to permit giving them a little air. This must be determined by examining the union. Give only a crack of air at first and increase very gradually until they are hardened enough to be taken out into a house where a rose tem- perature is maintained day and night. A temperature a trifle higher than the rose temperature, say 65° at night to 75° in the daytime, is much better for a week or two, but this is not always possible. They will need constant attention now. All the Manetti shoots should be kept cut off, the binding around the union should be cut wherever it is pinching, and they should be syringed on all bright days to keep red spider down. As soon as they need repotting they should be shifted into new pots, with a good, rich soil. If they are watched carefully from now on and the mildew is kept in check, when the time comes for planting you should have good stock free from spider and fly. Attend carefully to the disbudding and keep your plants stocky and free from blind wood; then they will be ready for their winter's work. R. I. The Balduin Controversy. Ed. Am. Florist:— The committee on Balduin rose feels it necessary to make brief comment on Myers & Samtman's letter recently submitted to it. Myers & Samtman state "we all know that one could not call a cut rose Columbia and the bush on which it grew Balduin;" this refers to Ernst Asmus having sold the cut blooms under the name of Col- umbia; but Mr. Asmus' record is quite 158 The American Florist. Mar. /, clear. He received the rose from Mr. Cook as an unnamed seedling and, wishing to market the cut blooms as Columbia, asked permission irora Mr. Cook to so have the plant named. Mr. Cook could not give this permis- sion as the rose had not been named and it required the raiser's (Mr. Peter Lambert) consent to name it. In the meantime the provisional name of Colnmbia was used on the cut flower Invoices for market purposes only, and when the plant was eventually named Baldnin by Mr. Lambert, Mr. .\smu8 sold his stock of it to Peter Henderson & Co., under its correct name. Myers & Samtman say further: "This committee reports that we sold Columbia twelve months after this time as our 'new rose' as they put it." The expression "new rose" is not the committee's; it is taken verbatim from the contract which is signed by both parties, Messrs. Myers & Simtman and The Dingee & Conard Company. Myers & Samtman are in error when they say: "At the time of our contract with The Dingee & Conard Company we did not know of any other stock of the rose, excepting what was in the hands of the New York party mentioned above (A'mus). As a matter of fact Myers & Samiman knew in the spring or summer prf vious to the time they sold the rose to The Dingee & Conard Company as their "new rust" that they bad shipped a Ptock of it io Hill & Co., Richmond, Ind , lahtlcd tither Bilduin or Columbia, and they also knew that Jennings & Co., Olnev, Pa., had a stock uf it. They were also awaie that several western firms haditinthfir catalogues, as had Peter Henderson & Co., which latter fact_ was brought prominently to the notice of Mvers & Samtman. The committee in its first report, gave a hi'-tory of the rose as far as they could, at that time, ascertain the facts, and Mr. Myers, of Myers & Samtman, was asked by the chairman of the committee, Mr. Lonsdale, to attend a meeting of the committee, but he did not do so. He did, however, give in writing his opinion "that Balduin, Red Kaiserin, Columbia and Helen Gould are one and the same." In regard to Messrs. Myers & Samt- man's aspersion on the integrity of the committee, the members of said commit- tee are quite willing to be judged by their records of the case. Signed, Edwin Lonsdalb. Alex. B. Scott. ROBBKT Chaig. The "Btiss Band Introduction." Two weeks ago there appeared in The Florists' Exchange a statement from Myers & Samtman which they claimed was their side of the case in the Balduin rose controversy. Among other things they said, referring to the importance of the varietj : "So much was made of it that the correspondent of the American Flobist made a special trip from Phila- delphia to write up these roses, and it iraa heralded in the columns of that journal with a brass band introduction in connection with Liberty. " As a mat- ter of fact I, the scribe referred to, hap- pened to be in New York the night before this visit, helpiogthePhiladelphiaten-pin delegation win a prize atthe tournament of the New York Gardenerb' Association. The next day I took a run over to see Mr. Asmus and his greenhouses. While there I made a note of a few things that interested me and wrote them up at my leisure for publication, as I though they would be interesting to those at a dis- stance who were not able to see person- ally what this up-to-date and very suc- cessful rose grower was doing. Now as to the "brass band introduction," out of an article of about twelve hundred words Igave this rose a mention of just twenty- nine, as follows : "His own new rose. Columbia, is the most prolific Mr. Asmus has ever grown, he having cut twenty- five blooms per plant in a period of only two months." Nothing very brassy about that. I am sure that if the variety had impressed me I should have said more about it. Regarding the supplementary report of the committee of the Florists' Club of for the business and a certain pride that this city with its numerous horticultural establishmenta and its skillful growers and florists should be kept to the fore and receive the recognition they deserve. .As to Mr. Watson's accusations and other murmurings, I have nothing to say. I stand on my record and he can rest on his if he likes it. Robbrt Kift. THE M'CULLOUGH SILVER CUP. Aviardi'il to Win. K. Partridge last week at the Indianapol s estiibition of tlie -Vmerican Car- nation Sooiet\'. Philadelphia, the first finding of the com- mittee placed some of the parties con- cerned in rather a bad light. The horti- cultural press of the country took the matter up and in some cases they were badly censured. One of the accused firms thereupon asked for a further hearing from the committee, which was accorded them, and in this way they made it appear that they were not to blame. When the first report was received and accepted, additional ' type- written copies were furnished the difierent reporters present. In view of the fact that the supplementary report showed that an apparent injustice had been done this firm by the wide publicity j^iven the first report, I moved that this latter be given to the trade papers also for publication, so that if through any previous action of the club the firm had suflfered, it was as little as the club could do to see that it was furnished for publication. After a breezy di.scussion of at least half an hour, a vote was taken and out of some forty members present 1 was the only one who voted in the affirmative and 1 therefore said in my report of the meeting that the club did not care a pic- ayune and I say so yet, Mr. Watson to the contrary notwithstanding. I am sorry that Mr. Watson does not like my reporting. I will endeavor not to let it interefere with my daily avoca- tion. My connection with the paper, extending over a period of some fifteen years, has been entirely owing to my love Trees and i>lirubs for the Lawn. VA paper bv Joseph Meehan. read before the Farmers* Institiie at Philadelphia, February tg 1102. \ Acting on the suggestion that a great many persons are interested in trees and shrubs and their proper arrangement ona lawn, and that a few notes on the subject would certainly be interesting, it gave me pleasure to promise to prepare a few notes on this topic to be read before you to-day. A very great deal of the pler.sare antic- ipated by those who purchase a new place and have it planted will never be realized if the proper trees and shrubs are not selected and placed where they should be. Tbisis the reason for the employment of a competent person to plan the plant- ing. A great many of those who own grounds are, doubtless.as well able to plan as ttose employed, having in mind a taste- ful and appropriate arrangement of the trees and shrubs, but to know the char- acter of the subjects, whether tall grow- ing or not, bushy or slim, of tapering or rounded outline, and the season of flower- ing, with many another point to be thought of, are matters only those entirely familiar with trees and shrubs know. It is this knowledge, combined with good taste, the succeisful landscape gardener possesses. As will be understood from the fore- going remarks, what trees and shrubs to plant depends entirely on the situation. A tree of rounded outline is usually quite out of place near a tall building, as it often is when in close proximity to a group of tall trees. Taste comes In here, and those who possess it can quickly tell looking on a place where trees have developed which, if any, are not in their right positions. You will, therefore, see how very difficult it would be to give advice what trees and shrubs to plant and where, unless to suit a particular place. Had I a place large enough and of such a character as to permit of it, there are a number of trees I would not like to be without, of which the follow- ing are a portion: Norway maple, sugar maple, horse chestnut, cut-leaved birch, paper birch, catalpa, Japanese double flowering cherry, Judas tree, blood beech, Kentucky coflee, koelreuteria, larch, sweet gum, tulip tree. Magnolia Fraseri, Magnolia tripetala, paulownia, moan- tain ash, oaks, linden, salisburia, decidu- ous cypress, Sophorajaponica and .Vmeri- can elm. In the above list there are those oi pyramidal growth and those making a rounded outline, some valued lor their white bark as, for instance, the two birches, and others, such as the blood beech, sweet gum and sugar maple, for beautiful foliage at some season of the year, while chiefly for flowering there are thecatalpa, horsechestnut, flowering cherry,Judas tree, kcclreuteria, magnolias and others. And among small trees I would surely want the lapanese blood-leaved maple, flowering peaches, aralias, dogwoods, Magnolia Soulangeana, double flower- ing crabs, rose acacia and snowdrop tree. No doubt there are many other lovely sorts you will think of not men- rgo2. The American Florist. 159 tioned above, as I do, but I am only aamiog a few of a great many. Among weeping, or drooping trees, for which there is often a place for one or more, there come to mind Japanese weep- irg cherry, Teas's mulberry, Kilmarnock willow, weeping willow, elm and dog- wood. Before parting withthesubject of trees, I would again refer to the difficulty of making choice of sorts, for the reasons given, but I may say that if limited to a single tree for shade, I would probably name the Norway mapli ; lor white bark, paper birch; for flowers, Magnolia Fra- seri, and for autumn foliage, sugar maple. And among what I have named small trees, I would select for its flower- ing, Magnolia Soulangeana. Coming now to shrubs, it is in place to say that suburban grounds can be made eipecially interesting by a liberal use of them. Ot smaller growth than trees, a great variety can be used, giving, one after the other, flowers from early spring until frosts come Keeping the seasons in mind, the following varieties are named, though not without many a pang for favorites omitted: Flower- irg almonds, azaleas, callicarpa, sweet shiub, verbena shrub, clethra, Cornus alba, flowering hawthorns, Desmodium penduliflorum, deutzias, Exochorda grandiflora, golden bell, althseas, hydrangea, corchorus, the mock orange, deciduous hollv, Japanese roie, Pyius arbutifolia, Pjius Japonica, Japanese Judas, sptije'is, snowberrifs, lilac, Vacci- niom corjmbosura, Japanese snowball, ebaste shrub, weigelias and purple plum. Among shrubs, the greater number flower in early spring, and but few there are who will question the desirability of this The severity of our winters makes us all long for spring, and pre- pares us to enjoy the beauties the flowering .shrubs present. There is the golden bell, with its buds half expanded before frosts are over, impatient to greet us with its wands of yellow floweis; and closely following it are the Japanese Judas, the flowering almonds and troops ol others impatient to glorify one's grounds. And then the dear old lilac, without which no planting is com plete, reminding everyone of us of our childhood's days. No one really feels that spring is here till the lilac is in bloom, and we would hasten its coming: Reach out bronze buds to feel the sun's soft kisses ! Already red the cufant flaunts her Howers. But you, dear Lilac, are the joy one misses In'every breath of spring's long longed for hours. In the list of shrubs presented several have been named not so much for their beauty of flowers as for ornamental char- acteristics in autumn chiefly in the way of bright berries or brilliant foliage, though there are some that flower nicely at that time. I have seen Spiraea Anthony Wat- erer in better display in late autumn than at any other season of the year. The verbena shrub, caryopteris; the clethra and the chaste shrub, vitex, are all late flowering. The berry bearing kinds are represented by the callicarpa, hawthorns, deciduous holly, Fyrus arbut- ifolia, Japanese rose and snowberries. Were I limited to selecting a half dozen from the above list, I confess it would be no easy task, but it would probably be these: Golden bell, Japanese snowball, Spiraea Van Houttei, lilac, weigelia and hvdrangea. It is now time to make mention of some desirable large growing evergreens, and the following sorts are hardy and beaatiful. Hemlock, Douglas, Norway, oriental and Colorado blue spruces, cedar CARNATION CRESSBROOK. of Lebanon, Lawson's cypress, concolor and Nordman fir, and the following pines, Austrian, Scotch, Himalayan, red, pitch and white. And among those of lesser size the various arbor-vitaes, including the golden and RoUinson's, Euonymns J aponicus, holly, j uniper, yew, retinosporas, yuccas and, of course, laurels and rhododendrons. Among the evergreens mentioned there are several native kinds which have been very much overlooked. I am thinking particularly of those from Colorado, the Douglas and the Colorado blue spruce, the concolor fir and Pinus ponderosa, all hardy and beautiful. Then among native pines there are none better fitted for our use than the red, the pitch and the white. The red, which is the Pinus reoinosa of the Michigan forests, resem- bles the Austrian in its heavy style of growth, hut instead of the harsh needles of the Austrian it possesses soft ones, a most desirable feature for a lawn tree. Though conscious that I am taking up much ot your time, I am tempted to go a little further and touch on a most impor- tant subject, the proper management of the trees and shrubs we may plant. In our state, especially in the vicinity of Philadelphia, as a rule it makes but little difi'erence whether we plant in spring or autumn. There are a few subjects we know it is useless to plant in autumn, magnolias, tulip and poplar, for example, and there are other things. But whether spring or autumn, do it early. Proceed with spring planting as soon as the frost is out of the ground and the soil dry enough to work nicely. Start with deciduous ones and finish with evergreens. With the closing ot the month of September, start again. The order of planting may be reversed, setting evergreens first and ending with deciduous sorts. There is great gain in this early autumn planting. The soil is warm and usually moist, and the combination of heat and moisture entices out fresh fibers, and when winter comes the trees and shrubs are well established, and none are lost. This is no theory but facts, which have been demonstrated many times. Referring to the soil being warm and moist in autumn, should it not be moist, after filling in about hall the soil about a freshly planted tree and ramming it hard, pour in a quantity of water, filling 160 The American Florist. Mar. /, in the remainder of the soil when the water has thoroughly soaked away. As a rule, in autumn planting, a watering as above advised is good practice. On the subject of pruning a good deal could be said, as it seems a some- thing but little understood. When set- ting a tree or ghrub it is necessary to prune should there be a partial loss of roots, which there is usually. The cut- ting away of some of the top equalizes the loss of roots, enabling the latter to sustain the remainder of the branches. It does not matter what part of the top is cut away, so there is a lessening of the whole. It may be a thinning out of branches only, or a shortening in of same, or a cutting away entirely of some of the lower ones, but in whatever shape the pruning is done, keep steadily in view the forming of a shapely tree or bush. Cut away any bruised roots, leaving a clean, smooth surface, as at these extrem- ities the new fibers come. Summer is by far the best time to prune trees, yet win- ter is nearly always selected for the work. If we pinch out the top of a growing shoot the side buds burst into growth at once, giving two, three or four shoots in the place of the one, and in this way bushiness is had in a very short time. But when the shoot is dormant, as it is in winter, a cutting away of its top is an invitation to it to make another leader, stronger than ever. Many an overgrown tree, now an eyesore to its owner, would have been a source of pleasure to him had summer pruning been followed instead of that of winter. The same rule applies to shrubs that has been suggested for trees, but it must not be forgotten that nearly all shrubs flower from shoots of the previous season's growth, hence care to preserve a sufficient number of them must be exercised. I must surely bring these notes to an end, as I spoke of doing awhile ago, but before doing so would like to speak of the pleasure to be derived from a lawn or garden, no matter how small it be. I think those brought up among trees and Bowers are better than those without them, and keep up remembrances of their old homes, to their betterment. Those of us whose shadows are now falling towards the east and who had such sur- roundings can look back with a deal of pleasure to the happiness bom of our association with trees and flowers, and can join with the poet who says: Thus mfmorv draws from ilelight era it dies An essence that breiithcs nt it miiny a year. Thus bright to mv soul, as 'twas then to njy eyes. Is that bower on the banlcs of the calm Bende- ineer. WITH THE GROWERS. CHRIST. HANSEN, ST. PAUL, MINN. Christ. Hansen always has something interesting to show the visitor. His specialties are rosea and carnations. In the former he grows Bride, Bridesmaid, Golden Gate, f^iberty. Meteor and Beauty. Brides and Bridesmaids have always done well with him and can always be relied upon to produce good flowers and plenty of them. Golden Gate, which has been so profitable with many growers, is very disappointing here and not worth growing. Liberty has done splendidly and is now showing strong canes and plenty of buds. Meteor is a sure and profitable sort to grow but is hardly as remunerative as Liberty owing to bullheads in dark weather. This season, however, has been very favorable for this variety. American Beauties are not profitable and do not seem to take kindly to his soil and treat- ment, too many deformed buds and blind wood resulting. In growing roses he has tried nearly all of the latest methods but finds grafted stock carried over two seasons and planted in benches about as good as any, although solid beds seem to do well and produce good flowers. He uses only grafted stock and will hereafter carry over all plants two years before throw- ing them out. As to fertilizers, he uses well rotted cow manure and liquid manure. For the distribution of the lat- ter he has a large tank on the top of his highest house, forcing its contents to all the houses by an attachment to the city KENTJA IN WATERPROOF CREPE PAPER. water pipes and applying it to the benches by the watering hose. In carnations Mr. Hansen grows nearly all the leading sorts, including Crane, White Cloud, Lawson, Flora Hill, Mrs. Joost, Mrs. Bradt, Daybreak and Armazindy, but the bright particular star in this galaxy of varieties is the Guardian Angel, cerise pink, a shade lighter than Mrs. Lawson. This sort thrives exceedingly well here, produces abundantly and sells readily. Mr. Hansen had a house planted to violets, Marie Louise and the single, Princess of Wales. The Marie Louise rapidly developed club root and have been abandoned, while Princess of Wales planted in the same bench is looking very fine and producing fine large blooms. All are planted in the same soil and have had the same care and treatment. Although roses and carnations are his leaders he grows a large number of Bos- ton ferns. Asparagus Sprengeri and Asparagus plnmosus. The stock of these is very fine, a bench of Bostons being particularly choice. He also has a fine lot of Araucaria excelsa and Araucaria excelsa glauca purchased last spring and grown on since then. These arc in the very pink of condition and the best I have ever seen. His Harriaii and longi- florum lilies are looking fairly well though the lily disease has made severe inroads on the former. One batch of fine longiflorums with two to three stems and eight to twelve buds was noticed. A few thousand geraniums and other bedding plants complete the list of stock grown here. The houses, thirteen in all, contain about 35,000 square feet of glass. Mr. Hansen is a Dane, having come to this country about fifteen years ago. His present business was establishsd in the fall of 1888 and then consisted of one small house. By industry, perseverance and thrift he has gradually built up his present plant, which is one of the largest in his city. Starting with but a small capital he has amassed a modest fortune and is still on the youthful side of fifty years. Felix. The Production of Cut Flowers. M paper by K. E. Carlson, read before the Hart- ford, Conn., florists' Club, February il, it)02.\ Once in awhile one may hear complaint about the market being flooded with cut flowers. That may be the case and a fact to some extent in certain localities and in some really dull seasons, but as a whole, after investigating the matter, one will find the facts etherwise. Anyone visiting a large establishment where thousands, not to say millions, of cut flowers are grown, may ask: "What are they going to do with all those flow- ers?" In answer to this it may be said that it is only a handful in the market and, when shipped to their various des- tinations, will disappear so quickly in many niches and comers that one is apt to think there were not so very many of them after all. In every large city there is, of course, a heavy supply of cut flowers handled by the florists. Take the New York flowermar- ket, for instance, where loads of flowers are bought and sold every morning. To any one unfamiliar with the trade it seems an ocean of flowers and one is rather sceptic whether it is possible to dispose of such immense daily receipts. Well, jutt watch the dealings for awhile, and loads after loads will be seen diiap- pearing to every part of the city. Now, this does not mean that there exists any overproduction but rather tends to show that there is a great demand. Notwithstanding the enor- mous quantities of flowers which are raised annually all over the countrj' it does not seem to be difficult for the florists to dispose of their goods, and at comparatively fair prices. The fact is cut flowers have long ago become a necessity and will remain so in the future. We all know that flowers are indispens- able on many occasions, such as weddings, dinners, banqueta, funerals and so forth, and a display, more or less, has always to be provided for. With this steadily increasing demand it is not likely that there will ever be overproduction. Now it is not merely aa a necessity that cut flowers are grown and used so exten- sively throughout the country. The public is learning to love flowers, so to say, and simultaneously encourag- ing the florists to widen and develop their akill and knowledge in order to pro- duce better flowers. As time is advanc- ing a much finer quality is called for and any florist who succeeds In raising first- class flowers will surely be rewarded for his eff'orts. Nowadays hardly anything but the very best will do and, as a mat- ter of fact, quality instead of quantity is sought after. It is therefore most unlikely that there will ever be overpro- duction in the market. Nature herself, while producing an abundance of fine flowers, ia in some instances rather scant, especially as to rare and choice ones. Consequently we will leara from her that in order to obtain fine quality, large quantity is not likely to follow. Hence we will understand igo2. The American Florist, 161 that while endeavoring to develop and improve the flowers to their very best, the number of blooms will practically decrease. According to this there need not beany fear of the market being flooded, and while the population of the conntry is growing, the consumption of choice cut flowers will surely increase, or_ at least the production and consumption will always remain about the same. Aids to the Plant Salesman. In the past few seasons there has been a very noticeable increase in the use of such florists' supplies as hampers, baskets, boxes, ribbons and so forth; indeed, so general has the use of this material become that the term "requisites" is no misnomer. It has been found that a fancy box enhances the value of a bunch of violets much more than the cost of the receptacle and so, too, has experience shown that a plant, particularly at holid ay time,Christ- mas or Easter, tastefully dressed in a pot cover and ribbons is not only worth more money but is more easily salable than the same plant unadorned with these furnishings. Crepe paper has grown to have a tremendous sale for pot coverings but it is open to the great objection of quickly soiling unless the utmost care is used in watering the plant. To overcome this, waterproof crepe paper is now oflfered by most of the supply houses. It has all the merits of the older article and may be splashed with utter disregard, for it is impervious to moisture. One of the most generally useful of the later introductions is Porto Rican mat- ting, which is a peculiar loosely woven fabric which comes in sheets of conveni- ent size, in serviceable plain colors and an endless variety of bright patterns. It did not take well when first offered but now that the retailers are finding out how greatly it improves the selling qual- ities of most of the plants it is coming to be largely used. The illustrations here- with show the character and use of both these articles. They are from photo- graphs of plants standing on the sample case at E. H. Hunt's Chicago. German Irises for Forcing. Ed. Am. Flobist:— You will oblige by requesting your well informed corres- pondent, "I. B. K." to give the names of the best varieties of German iris for forc- ing. His recent article on forcing irises was a good one. These plants are grow- ing in favor, for their long, stifif stems and showy blooms render them valuable. Many of them bloom for Decoration day. Onlv the well grown two-year-old roots of the German iris bloom satisfactorily. In forcing the weak shoots should be trimmed out. E. H. A. The forcing of so-called German irises was tried many years ago by quite a number of florists in different parts of the country, among them myself, and although a few of these may still be at it in a limited way for all I know, most of them have found it to be an unprofitable operation. I do not want to discourage this correspondent by any means, only ) to caution him, because there are diffi- culties in shipping or even delivering the flowers in perfect shape, and this is a most serious drawback to their popu- larity as a winter flower. Of course the stems can be, and often are cut and shipped safely before any of the flowers | are fully opened, for they will develop PANDANUS WITH POT COVERED WITH PORTO RICAN MATTING. when placed in" water, the same as gladioli, and last for a long time, but delivering the easily bruised, delicate flowers seems to be the most serious difficulty, especially in freezing weather, and the prices obtained are seldom satisfactory to the grower, nor can the retailer charge a very big price for them except on special occasions. We do not now force any German irises and have not done anything in that line for some years past. Before naming the varieties which we found best adapted for the purpose I will say that the most suitable stock for forcing is obtained by dividing old clumps into three-eyed pieces, planting them out and encouraging the plants for two sea- sons to make vigorous growth before pot- ting or boxing. Then they should be grown one more season in these pots or boxes. All the earlier varieties may be used , though I can recommend especially the following: For a dark glossy purple none is better than the old I. atropurpurea (not atroviolacea). It is a very large flower, a splendid color and decidedly free flow- ering. For a light blue Celeste does well and the grand, I. pallida Dalmatica stands unsurpassed in my opinion for size, shape and coloring. For white and very pale lavender lilac, Florentina and Florentina alba are as good as any, per- haps superior and more acceptable on account of their fragrance. Bridesmaid is also a good lavender, with white reticulated falls. Victorine has white standards blotched and tipped with dark purplish blue, the falls being violet pur- ple, veined with white. For a light primrose yellow I should select the free blooming I. flavescens, the falls of which are veined faintly with reddish purple. The deep golden yellow standards of Samson may not be as large as those of other varieties of yellow, but they are so bright and showy that I prefer this variety to the larger flowers. It is an old, free flowering variety and does not grow very tall. The falls are bright pur- plish red, veined yellow. Nearly all catalogues describe the falls as ' 'crimson, ' ' but I should hesitate to mention that color here. Iris aurea is a pure, deep yellow, both standards and falls being of the same color. It is by far the best yellow we have, but it is late and, being very rare, is too high priced for the pur- pose. Many different varieties are offered under this name in this country as well as in Europe. I know from experi- ence, for I had serious trouble in obtain- ing the true I. aurea, as I knew it. We forced it successfully some years ago, though it came in after most of the other varieties or species had almost finished their blooming. I purposely mention only a few names here. If I gave a long list of varieties, which I might do, for we have tried our whole collec- tion, there would be difficulty in selecting. J. B. K. Outdoor Chrysanthemums. Many lovers of the queen of autumn have no greenhouse in which to culti- vate this flower, but may obtain very good results by selecting the very early blooming varieties, in addition to those already named by recent corre- spondents, such as Brutus, bright sunset red; Jos. H. Cook, soft pink; Belle of Castlewood, blush; Elvena, bright pink; Harry Hurrell, clear yellow; Lady Fitz- wygram, white; ¥ellow Fitzwygram, Marlon Henderson, pale yellow; Nemesis, 162 The American Florist. Mar. /, blush pink; Soliel d'Octobre, pale yellow, and Sunrise, deep but clear terra cotta. Plant them out as soon as all danger of frost is past, in ordinary garden soil without any fertilizer whatever. Pinch back to make them form nice, compact bushes with from ten to fifteen shoots to each. By the end of July these should be lightly staked to support them in case of heavy rains or rough winds and as soon as they set their buds, which will gener- ally be by the middle of August, pinch out the first crown bud and select the next most prominent bud to be the flower. All the other lateral buds, as they show, should be carefully picked off. This will induce the remaining bud to develop to a good size and be ready to open at the earliest date before frost damages them. In addition to the above list may be classed all the early blooming pompons. These, if treated somewhat as above produce very nice flowers and combine almost every shade of color known in chrysanthemums and in addition have the merit of not being damaged by light frost; in fact, many of them will develop nice flowers after quite hard frost. For those not so favorably situated as regards climate, a sunken frame twenty- four or thirty inches deep, made of rough boards and built up twelve or fourteen inches above the ground level, so that the whole thing is, say, three feet or a Httle more in depth may be serviceable. In this plant the early, large blooming varieties as above, alio wing room enough for each plant to develop. Disbud as for the open air. Then if rough, stormy weather or severe frosts prevail about the time they are beginning to open their flowers they can be protected by placing shutters or a piece of thin canvas over the frame. With a little extra care and attention fine exhibition blooms can be produced in such a very cheap structure. To get these, of course a less number of flowers on each plant should be left and each flower should be carefully supported by a stake to prevent damage and give it a straight stem with well developed foliage. There are quite a number of the second early, large flowering varieties that can be bloomed very nicely in a frame similar to the above, but for a start it might be well to confine experiment to the very earliest sorts. John N. May. Boston. STOCKS INCRBASE AND TRADE SHOWS NO GAIN— PRICES ON THE DECLINE. — STOCK GOOD EXCEPT WHITE CARNATIONS.— VIOLETS CHEAPER THAN EVER BEFORE. — A VARIETY OF PERSONAL AND BUSINESS DOINGS. The market has experienced quite a change since last week, prices falling rapidly on almost every item in the cut flower list and the incoming shipments being very heavy notwithstanding the stormy weather that has prevailed most of the time. All varieties of roses are more plentiful, the drop in value amount- ing to fully twenty-five per cent on most grades. Carnations are also on the down grade as to rates but are of excel- lent quality, excepting in the case of the white varieties, which run very poor and the standard white carnation is still a missing quantity in this market. In this connection it is appropriate to mention an old favorite, seldom seen now. Storm King, which Jas. E. Beach, of Bridge- port, Conn., is sending to Welch Brothers in excellent shape. Violets go at "any old price." Never before have they been so plentiful or so cheap and it takes the active efforts of the sidewalk vendors to keep the surplus down. The bulb flower market is also overstocked, even lily of the valley being in the deluge, and any price offered is acceptable to the growers, the quality, however, being very good. Of lilies there are not too many and prices are fairly well maintained. Sweet peas begin to cut quite a figure now and are very good. Charles J. Dawson, who has been con- nected with the Essex County, N. J., parks for some time has resigned his posi- tion there to devote his time exclusively to the interests of the Eastern Nurseries, at Jamaica Plain, Mass., an enterprise in which he holds the main interest. High class hardy garden shrubs and trees will be a specialty. The annual flower trade exhibition of the Co-operative Growers' Association will be held at the Park street market on Saturday, March 8. Substantial pre- miums are offered for carnations, violets and so forth, and deserving novelties will be suitably recognized. Recent visitors include C. B. Weathered, F. Darrow, representing Aug. Rhotert, New York; A. J. Brown, Grand Raoids, Mich., and A. T. Boddington, New York. Also Messrs. S. J. Renter and C. Warbnr- ton on their way home from the Indian- apolis carnation meeting. Ed. Hatch entertained a bunch of his convivial friends, as usual, at Wenham on Washington's birthday. They found the windmill revolving with old time velocity. James Delay, of 220 Boylston street, went into bankruptcy February 19 owing $1,840 81, with assets of $125 in fixtures and $569 in accounts. Chicago. MARKET OVERSTOCKED BY BRIGHT DAYS AND THE CLOSING OF THE STATE STREET OUTLET. — CARNATIONS THE HEAVIEST GLUT BUT EVERYTHING SUFFERS — PRO- DUCERS OF LOW GRADE MATERIAL GET- TING THE WORST END OF THE DEAL — SPECULATION AS TO THE LILY CROP. — MAN CANNOT LIVE WITHOUT STOMACH. —DOINGS OF MANY ORGANIZATIONS.— VARIOUS ITEMS OF GENERAL INTEREST. The warm sun of the past ten days has brought out the buds at such an accel- erated pace that the market is now well supplied with everything and it is only now and then that there is an item which is not in over-supply. Carnations have become a heavy glut. Whites con- tinue to move fairly well, because a large portion of the retail business is funeral work, but of reds and pinks there are quantities of the lower grades going to waste. Of roses there are adequate supplies in every line except the better grades of American Beauty and of these the cut is increasing every day. There are so many violet* in hand that only the growers of highest reputation stand any show, and ofbulbous material there is more than the local storekeepers can be induced to take away. The high grade carnations and the best roses, and most of them average good, are fairly well consumed by the shipping demand, but the shipping trade does not need violets or bulbous stock in quantity, liven callas and Harrisii are standing around. Whatever may be the opinion as to the ultimate results of disqualifying the street salesmen, it is certain that at the present moment the market is sufl'er- ing by their absence. With the fine weather of the past week the Greeks would have been able to move everything which has been coming into the market at as high prices as they are ever able to realize. This would produce an even greater effect on the market than could be measured by the mere sum in dollars and cents which they pay for their stock, for it would give a tone to the market which it always lacks when there are such quantities of material obstructing the wholesale channels. With the low grade fakirs' material out of the way, every- thing else would have an added value. There are those who argue that in the end the absence of the street fakir will have an elevating tendency in our trade, that it will result in the producer of first- class stock getting the big end of the business and will improve the average quality of the material sent to this market. However this may be it is pretty tough on the man who is not at present producing strictly fancy stock and the consensus of opinion among the wholesalers is that this was a pretty good old world before the city council took a hand in the game of rnnning the flower business. Incidentally, it may be mentioned that in the past week business has not been as good with the down- town retailers as it was in the first half of February, when the street salesmen were still working. There are those who say that the presence of the street men has an invigorating influence on down-town retail trade. Who knows but that this may be the case? Early last spring Paul Kruger received a great deal of newspaper publicity through a successful surgical operation whereby his stomach, which was badly affected by cancer, was entirely removed. After the operation he rapidly gained strength and was even able to do some work in the Graceland Cemetery green- houses, where he had been employed for some years. The intestines apparently did all of the digestive work usually per- formed by the stomach. Of late, how- ever, be has failed rapidly and died on February IS. There is already considerable specula- tion as to the prospect for lilies for Easter. There is an abundance of Har- risii now on the market, but the growers are nearly all complaining of more dis- ease than at any time in the past two or three years. Some of the principal pro- ducers say they have thrown out large proportions of their bulbs and in other cases some of them say that their stock is remaining very short and will be of litt le value for cut flowers, if it is ready in time for Easter. This is the era of organization. The Greeks bfgan it some months ajjo; the retailersgot togethertwo weekssince and at a second meeting at the Palmer House February 27 perfected a permanent asso- ciation with J. C. Schubert and "Joe" Craig at the head. On the same after- noon the wholesalers held a preliminary meeting, every house but one being rep- resented, and decided to have a little society of their own. They will meet again next week to perfect the plans. There is again considerable complaint that carnations are not keeping. Even those growers who have the best reputa- tion for their stock are receiving com- plaints that goods shipped out in perfect order are sleepy upon arrival at their destination. Another complaint is that with a great many of the varieties, notably Mrs. Bradt, the calj'xes are splitting badly. The Florists' Club held a slimly attended meeting on Wednesday evening, the plant exhibits being four exceedingly well grown cinerarias brought by Chas J. igo2. The American Florist. 163 Stromback. They were awarded a prize, which was donated again to the club. Jas. Hartshornesho wed a fine vase of Mrs. Potter Palmer carnations. The second Wednesday in March will be the rose meeting. At a meeting of the executive committee of the Horticultural Society of Chicago, February 27, the movement to join issues with the Chrysanthemum Society of America in the matter of exhibition next fall was endorsed and satisfactory progress reported in arrangements pend- ing with a view to securing new hall of the Art Institute for same. John Degnan, for many years with Vaughan's Seed Store, has taken an interest in the firm of McKellar & Win- terson, which will hereafter be known as McKellar & Winterson Company. It is the plan to branch out into the retail seed business, carrying a general line of bulbs, shrubs and so forth. Albert F. Amling, at Maywood, is building a range of Dietsch patent short- span greenhouses 105x125, in which he will grow Asparagus plumosus and Asparagus Sprengeri. Greens will be his principal crop next year, for he is already a large producer of smilax. The town has been full of visitors this week, most of the eastern growers who were at the Indianapolis carnation meet- ing coming on to Chicago to see the famous producing estabhshments in this vicinity. Anthonv G. Then, son of Anton Then, who on February 1, started work on John N. Maj's place, Summit, N. J., reports that he is getting along very well and likes his surroundings exceedingly. Frank Garland has a big cut of bulb- ous stock on and in general the quality is unusually high, but he says it is not moving as fast at present as he might wish. The visible supply cut ferns seems to be shortening up and wholesalers have advanced the rate to $2 per thousand. Kennicott Bros. Company says that the stock now in this market averages better grade than it ever did before. E. C. Amling is figuring that Easter will beat all records for supplies are likely to be large. J. B. Deamud will handle a fine line of paeonias in pots for Eastc and is now showing samples. Visitors: Mrs. Chas. Eickholt, Gal- veston, Tex.; Paul Berkowitz, Philadel- phia. Philadelphia. HEAVY STORM DOES GREAT DAMAGE TO ^ TREES AND CUTS OFF TELEGRAPHIC AND i, TELEPHONIC COMMDNICATION. — TRADE ^ SOMEWHAT DEMORALIZED. — PRICES AND OTHER NOTES. This portion of the country has been visited the past week by one of the most devastating storms on record. In a few hours the finest trees, those that had grown and ornamented the lawns, parks and driveways of this city and adjoining country until they became fixtures of the landscapes, were verv badly damaged if not entirely ruined. While there existed one or two degrees of frost, afallingsnow turned to rain and soon loaded the trees with a coating of ice which became so heavy that in many cases not only the branches but the main trunk was snapped oflF, as the trees were also subjected to the additional strain of a strong wind. Many valuable orchards are a total loss and it will take years of careful training and replanting to replace them. The appearance of any collection of trees the day after the storm was as if a cyclone had just swept by and stripped the trunks bare. Telegraph, telephone, trol- ley wires and trees were mixed in helpless confusion and the city was completely cut off from outside communication except by railroad for three days and telephone connections in the city are not straightened out even now. This state of affairs had its effect on business, which has been none too good since Lent set in, and there has been very little doing this week. Prices are a trifle weaker but not to the extent that might be expected, considering the situation. Beauties range down from $7.50 per dozen; select teas still bring $10 to $12 per hundred and carnations $3 to $4'. These, of course, are top prices for small quantities. Zim- mer is now sending in some very fine Princess of Wales violets; 50 cents per hundred is the price. Doubles are also plentiful and some fine flowers are offered as low as 50 cents per hundred. Bulbous stock sells slowly at from $2 to $4 per hundred. There is a good assortment of blooming stock, which makes very attractive window decorations. Pen- nock Brothers made a fine display the past week with well flowered genistas in brass vases, the window being filled with these and orange-yellow tulips. Chas. H. Fox, who has conducted a •uccessful business at Twenty-first street and Columbia avenue for a number of years, will sell out to go more extensively into the hotel business at Atlantic City, which has also engaged his attention the last two or three years. Meehan & Gracey have purchased the establishment of Mrs. John Plender, on Twenty-ninth street near Girard avenue, and will continue the business under the above firm name. K. Baltimore. ANNUAL LOCAL CARNATION SHOW A GREAT SUCCESS.— MUCH GOOD STOCK SHOWN.— THE JUDGES AND PREMIUM WINNERS. — NOTES OF INTEREST HERE AND THERE. The Gardeners' Club made a great suc- cess of the carnation show Monday, February 24-. The display was excellent and the attendance of both club members and general public very large. One of the novelties shown was a dark red seed- ling by John Cook, which he named Prince Henry, in honor of the distin- guished Prussian who visited the city that day. In addition to the thousands of carnations shown there were good exhibits of roses and some pot plants, including cinerarias, cyclamens, begonias and orchids. Some of the patronesses were invited to judge the display but declined the responsibility and the task fell to Wm. Eraser, Richard Vincent and Wm. McRoberts. In the classes for cut carnation blooms they awarded four firsts, a second and a third to I. H. Moss; three firsts and two seconds to Halliday Bros ; three firsts and a second to Erd- man Bros ; two firsts to C. R. Diffenderf- fer; two firsts to H. Weber & Sons; one first, one second and two thirds to Lehr Bros ; one first to John Cook and seconds to John Rider, J. A. Gary and M. Duck- stein. Moss was first for roses, Wm. Madsen second. Ruxton Floral Com- pany was first for Liberty and Cook for Baltimore. The premiums for cinerarias and cyclamens went to C. R. Diffenderffer, and Mrs. Robt. Garrett. The latter showed fine orchids. Certificates were given to John Cook lor unnamed seedling carnations, to Woodfall Bros., for Car- nation Sylvia, to J. A." Gary for vase of roses, to Ruxton Floral Company for Golden Gate roses, to John Cook forseed- ling from American Beauty, to I. H. Moss for Begonia maculata, to John Cook for specimen Primula obconica, and to F. G. Bauer for mignonette. Special mention was given to K. Vincent, Jr., & Sons for twenty-five varieties of cobus, to Cook Brothers for geraniums and hyacinths, to C. R. Difienderffer for ferns and to I. H. Moss lor bay trees. E. A. Seidewitz was given first prize for Primula obcon- ica and for a design of tulips, jonquils and daisies. A special premium was awarded to F. G. Berger for a funeral piece of freesias and Bridesmaid roses. R. Vincent, Jr., & Sons, of White Marsh, will go into the bedding plant business more heavily than ever. They will have the contract to supply the plants for the flowerbeds of the Pennsylvania railroad system south of Philadelphia. This firm already has the most extensive plant in this vicinity. The cinerarias and Harrisii and longi- florum lilies have never been as fine as they are this year at Patterson Park, and if everything is favorable a free public spring show will be given at the Casino. The sleet and rainstorm of Friday, February 21, has done considerable dam- age to shade and ornamental trees in both city parks and in the suburbs. The Golden Gate and Liberty roses exhibited by Messrs. Cook, Moss and Fraser have been exceptionally good. Boiler and Piping. Ed. Am. Florist:— I am planning to build five 200 foot greenhouses, four of them twenty feet wide and one ten feet. The houses are connected, equal span, running north and south, with out- side walls five and one-half feet high made with two and one-half feet of brick and the balance glass. The sash bars are twelve feet on the wide houses. How many Hi-inch low pressure steam pipes will be required in each house to main- tain 60° when the temperature outside is down to 15° below zero? Would it be advisable to put the boiler at one end of the range and run a 2y2-inch flow to the other end, using the li4-inch pipes as returns? Or would it be better to put the boiler in the center and run the flows only half as far? The lay of the land makes the former course seem more eco- nomical. Elmer. The boiler can be at either the end or the center of the range, as will be most convenient. If it is located as the end of the houses, and there is plenty of room to secure a good fall for the return, it would be well to connect the flow pipe with the coils at the end nearest the boiler, using a 2-iuch pipe in each house to bring back the condensed water. If this is done twelve IJ/i inch pipes will be needed in the coils in each oi the wide houses and six in the narrow house. The houses having an exposed wall should have an extra pipe. If the 21,4 inch flow is carried through each of the houses it will take the place of one pipe in the coils. L. R. Taft. In the February number of Sunset, pub- lished at San Francisco, Cal., there is an appreciative, illustcated account of Luther Burbank and his work. Montreal, Que.— In March 1901 a city water pipe burst in the street in front of Mrs. L. H. Goulet's flower store, undermining the foundations. The courts have just given her judgment against the city for $777.28 and costs. 164 The American Florist. Mar. t, Setenteentb Year. SubBoription, $1.00 & year. To Europe, $2.00. Subscriptions accepted only from those in the trade. Advertisements on all except cover pages, 10 Cents a Line, Agate; $1.00 per inch. Cash with Order. No Special Position Guaranteed. Discounts are allowed, only on consecutive inser- tions, as follows— 6 times, 5 per cent; 13 times 10 per cent; 28 times. 20 per cent; 52 times, 30 per cent, cover space sold only on yearly contract at tl.OO per inch, net, in the case of the two front pages, regular discounts ap- plying only to the back pages. The Advertising Department of the American Florist is for Florists, Seedsmen and Nurserymen and dealers in wares pertaining to those lines ow/y. Orders for lest than one-halt inch space not accepted. Advertisements must reach us by Wednesday to secure insertion in the issue for the following Saturday. Address AMERICAN FLORIST CO., Chicago. It is evident that the new vases of the American Carnation Society were not selected with a view to displaying the flowers to the best advantage from an artistic standpoint. The hail campaign for 1902 opened at Sherman, Texas, February 19. Mrs. H. O. Hannah of that town met with a small loss but was insured in the Florists' Hail Association. The mailing label on your paper shows when your subscription expires; when you send your renewal note that the date changes within two weeks; it will serve as your receipt. A MEETING of the executive committee of the Society of American Florists will be held at Asheville, N. C, next week. This will aflford J. D. Carmody an advance opportunity to commune with the stars and tickle the angels' feet, and no doubt, for a time at least, he will for- get his "kontrapshuns" and the internal regions. The Chrysanthemum Society of America. The tentative arrangements made at Indianapolis between the Chrysanthe- mum Society of America and the Horti- cultural Society of Chicago were formally ratified by the latter society on February 27, and it thereby practically becomes an accomplished fact that the first annual exhibition of the former society will be held in Chicago early in November in connection with the fall exhibition of the Horticultural Society. We understand that the local society practically guaran- tees all expenses, including the general list of premiums. John F. Cowell, of Buflalo, and Emil Buettner, of Park Ridge, Chicago, have been asked to act as judges of the joint exhibition. Society of American Florists. In the list of state vice-presidents recently furnished to the press, the name of Theodore Wirth, of Hartford, Conn., was inadvertently omitted. Mr. Wirth is superintendent of the park system of the city of Hartford and the S. F. A. interests of Connecticut are safe in his care. DEPARTMENT OF PLANT'bEGISTRATION. Henry Kichholz, Waynesboro, Pa , registers the following geraniums: J. D. Eisele, single zonal, color wine red; Jas. Davidson, single zonal, color true lilac, the first approach to a blue geranium; Jupiter, Mars type, scarlet; Venus, Mars type, pale salmon. Wm. J. Stewart, Sec'y. Better Every Day, Ed. Am. Florist:— I am sending you another dollar herewith. Have been a subscriber since the first issue of your paper and like it better every number I receive. fos. McGregor. Darby, Pa. American Carnation Society. DEPARTMENT OF REGISTRATION. The Chicago Carnation Company, Joliet, Ills., registers Her Majesty, origi- nating with them and grown four sea- sons as No. 56; flowers purest ivory white, very large and uniform, at no time even in midwinter measuring less than three inches in diameter; beautiful form, calyx never bursts, stems strong, from twenty-four to twenty-eight inches long; as a producer it has no equal, destined to become the white for summer cutting as it produces freely and evenly from July 1 to same date the following year. Albert M. Hehr, Sec'y. No Fakirs in Chicago. The wholesale men and the growers of Chicago are just having their first experience of the efiects of the "no fakir" order recently issued by the city council. A canvass of the wholesale district reveals a condition which may be likened to that of Vesuvius just before eruption. Words more forcible than polite are to be heard everywhere among the wholesalers and, today, there is quite a contingent of growers In town who are saying what they think of the situation in a tone of voice which does not permit of any misunderstanding of the subject on the part of all within a block of the Rialto. The situation after a week of the "no fakir" conditions, as reported by the wholesalers is that about one-third to one-half of the common stock remains unsold, while there is no appreciable gain in the purchases by the retailers. The present conditions, so they saj, are such that the growers cannot do business and the commission men are, of course, in much the same fix. If the present state of affairs continues there is every likeli- hood of the establishment of cheap retail annexes to various wholesale houses by and with, not only the consent, but the hearty approval of the growers, and then there will be trouble. Size of Boiler. Ed. Am. Florist:— What size of hot water boiler will be required in Ontario to heat a range of four cut flower houses 15x120, without partition walls. The boiler I have in mind is a common hori- zontal tubular affair. What size of tubes should I use, 2-inch or 3-inch, and how many. The boilerwill be under the store and besides the greenhouses will have to operate five or six small radiators. B.B. Ontario is a large province and has quite a range in its minimum tempera- tures, so that what would answer in one place might not be sufficient in another. Where the temperature does not drop lower than 20° below zero athirty horse- power boiler, with sixteen square feet of grate surface, would be large enough to maintain an average temperature of G0° in the different houses, and if the grate surface is Increased to eighteen 8(iuare feet it would suffice for a temperature of 30° below zero. It is presumed that by "tubes" the heating pipes arc referred to. If wrought-lron pipe is used, it would be well to put in 2' i-inch pipe for the flows and 2-inch for the returns, but with boiler tubes as pipes they could be 3 inch. For a temperature of 60° three 2i2-inch flows and six 2-inch returns would answer for carnations, and four flows and eight returns should be used for roses. For sections where the tempera- ture drops to 30° below zero, it would be well to add one return pipe in the outside houses. If 3-inch boiler tubes are used nine or ten will answer for roses and eight for carnations in each house. L. R. Taft. A Valuable Fire Extinguisher. Ed. Am. Florist:— There is a prepara- tion which is put up in a dry powder in pasteboard tubes, for extinguishing fires. It is very effective, but its price is pro- hibitive and from the private circulars to agents a large part of the cost is profit. Now can't you give us a formula for this purpose? It would be inestimable in its value, if at hand in the greenhouses con- stantly, c. In regard to the common fire extinguish- ers which are employed, I will say that they are based upon the action of sul- phuric acid upon carbonate or bicarbon- ate of soda. Apparatus of this kind requires that the sulphuric acid be kept in a separate vessel, which by immersion or breaking in some way allows the acid to come in contact with the soda which is in aqueous solution. Dry powders used for fire extinguishers are usually'composed of chloride of ammo- nia, or sal ammoniac. Since action depends upon the volatilization of the salt by heat, producing an atmosphere which excludes the oxygen and thus pre- vents combustion, such extinguishers are of no use in an incipient conflagration and are of very little value in checking one when already under way. In addition to the above dry mixture, bicarbonate of soda has also been rec- ommended and, curiously enough, a mix- ture which is composed of thirty-six parts of sulphur, fifty-nine parts of salt- peter, four of powdered coal and one of oxide of iron. It is hard to say how such an inflammable substance as this could be of much use in extinguishing a fire, except by the production of large quan- tities of sulphuric acid, which would exclude the oxygen from other combusti- ble matter. There is no form of solid fire extinguisher which can be recom- mended with any degree of certainty. H. W. Wiley. OBITUARY. MAURICE EVANS. The sudden death of Maurice livans, Sunday, February 23, was a great shock to his family and many friends in Colum- bus, O., and no doubt will be to many who will receive their first information through this note. The fact that he was overtaken by death while in the act of going up stairs to visit his sick and aged wife seems to makeit theharder forthose remaining. Mr. Evans was born in Carno, North Wales, March 2, 1821. At the age of 23 he came to this country, after serving full time as an apprentice in the manufacturing of wagons. His great love for flowers caused him to pay atten- tion to their culture rather than follow his trade. He soon drifted into commer- cial floriculture. Mr. Evans gained quite a reputation .-is a grower, not only of flowers but of fine fruit as well. He J902. The American Florist. 165 raised one of the finest strains ol verbenas in the country, was able to show as fine home-grown lily of the valley as could be seen among the best imported, his roses were second to none in his city and his success as a grower of palms and fancy ferns is known to many. The green- houses as well as the grounds about his residence, where he lived for fifty years, were perfection in neatness. On his grounds could be found a variety of the finest fruit trees grown in this section of the country and in the summer time stately palms with their leaves spreading over beds of crotons and fancy vases helped decorate his beautiful front lawn. As a judge he was one of the most reliable in our prolession. Mr. Evans was a christian, an upright citizen, true to his friends, and a noble husband and father. He leaves a wife, two daughters and two sons and several grandchildren who have the heartfelt sympathy of all who knew bim. Carl. SITUATIONS. WANTS, FOR SALE. Advertisements under this head will be inserted at the rate of ten cents a line (six words) each insertion. Cash must acoompany order. Plant advs. not admitted under this head. Every paid subscriber to the American Florist for the year 1902 is entitled to a five-line want ADV. (situations only) free, to be used at any time during the year. SITDATION WANTED— By an experienced flo- rist as foreman or to take charge of commer- cial place. References as to ability and character. Apply S A, care American Floris'. SITUATION WANTED— As manager or fore- man by an up-to-date arower of roses, carna- tions, decorative and bedding plants; 32 year's experience; sober and reliable; married. Address M S, care American Floriat. SITUATION WANTED— By landscape gardener and florist, up-to-date in all horticultural departments. Gocd manager, German, age 36, married; first-class referencps. Address G H, care American Florist. SITUATION WANTED— As foreman in com- mercial place to take full charge; 3 J years' practical experience in growing roses, cut flowers and plants. First-class references. Address Grower, care American Florist. SITUATION WANTED— As working foreman by practical florist as grower of roses, carna- tlon?, violets, 'mums and general stock, 35 years* experience; age 49; single; English. G H M. care Jas P. Boyle, Flcrls^ Lyons, N. Y. SITDATION WANTED — By a German gar- dener, 38 years old, thoroughly experienced iu greenhouse work. Two years in this country. Or would accept position in a private place. Address Paul Trzewik, St. Cloud, Minn. SITUATION WANTED— As foreman or man- ager of commercial place. Expert florist, with thorough knowledge of the business. Rosei, car- nations, 'mums and violets a specialty. W-E B, care Mrs. Williams, 427 E. 63rd St., N. Y. SITUATION WANTED— By a sober, industrious young man, age 26, where there is a chance to learn decorating a ad design work. Have had several years experience in pot culture, r jse and carnation growing. W S V D, Pullman. Wash. SITUATION WANTED — By married man, 31 years of age, sober, exnerienced and hustler, with good references, all-around cut flower grower, 5 years as foreman, in flrst-c'ass place with good wages. Address CO F, care American Florist. SITUATION WANTED— As loreman by thor- oughly practical florist. Good decorator, designer, etc. Grower of No. 1 roses, carnations and 'mums. First-class commercial or private position Good wages expected. Address G. Foreman, care P. O., Canton, O. SITUATION WANTED — Landscape gardenfr and florist, 26 years' expert- nee in lawu. greenhouses, vegetables and fruit; have bad charge of private places in Germany, Holland, England, Japan and 14 years in thiscomtry. 1 want to take charge of private place where a good man is wanted and pood wages r re paid. Open for engagement March 15. Married, age 39, no children, German. State wages when answering'. Address Bos 131, PomptonLake, N. J. W SITUATION WANTED— By expert rose grower up-to-date; competent to take entire charge of an establishment where fancy roses are in demand. To suitable parties the greatest satis- faetiou assured; referenees es changed. Please address with ti-rras and partioulars. Beauty Grower, 93 WfUs street, Chicago. ANTED— Competent rose grower. Send full particulars to J. M. Gasser Co., Euclid Ave., Clevehiod, O. WANTED — Florist, general greenhouse work; state wages. F. Reu, 2789 No. 40th Ave., Chicago. ■V\/"ANTED — Second-hand glass, suitable for ' ' sasb, 10 inches between bars. W. P. Raneon, Junction City, Kan. WANTED— A young man with some experience in greenhouse work. State wages with board. M. I. O'Brien, Siaron, Pa. T\/'ANTED — A good and steady man on carna- '* tions and bedding plants. Winnemac Av. and Leavilt St., near Rose Hill. III. VyANTED— First-class decorator and designer; '~ must be of getlemanly appearance and good address. C. A. Samvelson. 3139 Michigan Ave., Chicago. TV^ANTED— Yourg man for llorist business; '" German, preferred; store work; references required. Woodford Floral Exchange, 3028 Columbia av., Philadelphia. TT/'ANTED- Young man to assist in general '' greenhouse work. State experience and wages wanted with board and room. Address John B. Goetz, Saginaw, W. S., Mich. WANTED — By April flrst, a good all-around fl->rist to take charge of 12,000 feet of glass. Must be sober aod a good worker. References required. Address Van Aken Bros., Coldwater, Mich. TT/'ANrED— jood opening for a smart, energetic ^" young man, with su^all capital and some experience in ihe florist and market garden line. Write for particulars to D. S. Hersey, 1745 N. Market St., Wichita, Kan. T\^ANTED— Young man with some esperienne '• for general greenhouse worv, commercial place. State age, experience, where Is st employed and wages per month with board. Address. Geo. S. Belding, Middletowu. N. Y. TT/ANTED- A flrst-class self-competent grower *" of roses, carnations, 'mums an I general spring stock. Single man with experience in Colorado preferred. Reference required. Wages $50 and room. G. Fleischer, Pueblo, Colo. T\/'ANTED— At once, a first-class grower of "" roses, carnations, and other stock for cut flowers. Must be temperate and iodustrious and furnish references None but A 1 man need applv. State wages. Address 807 Ave. D, Rochester, N. Y. T/yANTfiD-By March I.^th an all-around flo- *" rist, who can take charge when necessary. Must be sober and a good worker, and understand his business in all its branches. Also second man who has experience. State wages without board. Apply to Carl Beers, Bangor, Me. F OR SALE — Dwelling and greenhouses (no stock), centrally located in city of 4,600. Long established, paying business. No competi' tion; 3,200 feet of glass. Cause, death of owner. Mrs. Mart Bezner, Ex . Jerseyville, 111. "piOR SALE— Fine florist and garden business; -L good running order; 8,000 feet of glass well stocked; 10 acres best soil. Live town of 13.005. Fuel cheap, surrounded by mining towns. Good reason for selling. Full particulars by mail. PiTTSBUKG Floral Co., Pittsburg, Kan. IfOR SALE— At a bargain. 9 greenhouses, well -■- stocked with roses,, carnations, lilies, palms, ferns and general stock for soring sales. OfiBce, work shed . steam heat; have block of land, 8-roora house, barn; 13 blocks from business center; street cars pass the door. Address Mrs. Geo. \Valdbaubb, 1317 N. Michigan Ave., Saginaw City, Mich. FOR SALE OLO0E8TABLI8HED FLORIST BUSINESS \% acres of ground, 9 greenhouses, several cold frames, 6-room house, barn. etc. 30 minutes from N. Y. city. Large cemetery opposite. Trolley cars pass place, 36 years in present lo- cation. Entire property and business, includ- ing large stock for spring trade. Call and inspect. Mrs. G. M. Hutchinson, Elizabeth, N. J. Tf'OR SALE— Four small greenhouses with dwell- -L ing, in city of 30,000. For particulars, address T W R, care American Florist, Chicago. FOR SALE— Mapleton greenhouses, two large greenhouses, each luOxIS, containing 5,0 0 feet of glass, in good repair, with all modern improvements, and ampl aground, situated ^ mile from a thriving town, convenient to two railroads, and stocked with roses, carnations, etc. Dwell- ing house included. Possession given Oct. 1. Address Mrs. S. J. Nitterhoube, Waynesboro, Franklin Co., Pa. NOTICE. I have 4 500 square fei't of glass; this city needs .50,000 square feet of glass; tlie trade has outgrown my capacity for handling it. and I am going 1o retire. Any party or parties who are desirous of eolarging the business and take it up where I leave ofT, I will give iliem all information needed. None but parties meaning business need answer. W. J. MIllER, 403 E. Water St., Pontiac, III. Prosperous up-to-date Retail Florist Bas- ness, complete, established 12 years; can show handsome profits. Engaged in another enterprise reason for celling. For full par- ticulars address CHARLES H. FOX, 21st and Columbia Ave., Philadelphia, Pa. $300 Per Month. Do you want it? If so, buy me out NOW, at your own price. Good reasons. 15,000 feet. It costs you a postal card to have particulars. C. S. riTZSIMMONS, Lansing, Mich. mWi ll\l MISHROOMS Owing to building of larger plant will sell present plant capacity 50 lbs. daily, for $1000. Should clear $3,O0J yearly. Koom for additional beds. Rare opportunity. Demand exceeds supply. If inexperienced will teach business. H. B. HAYDEN, Western Springs, III. ^SEeA Great BARGAIN 20 miles from Grand Central depot, N. Y. city, on line of New Yort & New Haven R. R., Florist Establishment consisting of 4 acres of rich land, dwelling house, 10 greenhouses, steam heated, boiler house, 3 steam boilers, pumps, all complete. Must be sold at once; easy terms. For further par- ticulars address Srebrechl & Son. 409 5th Ave., N. Y. HIGH GRADE BUSINESSOPENING If you are a thoroughly competent and practical nurseryman or florist, or are cap- able of handling the commercial part of the business, and are able to take corporate interest in established company three to five thousand dollars, with proportionate voice in management, you can secure such an interest in as good a proposition as is on the Pacific coast. Give definite information, experience, etc., or no attention. Address, "Business," care American Florist. If you want to get the want you want to get, you want to get youf want aa into the AMERICAN! FLORIST" Try it now. Every advertisement represents a genuine want. ^ It pays to answer them. jX jt jt 166 The American Florist. Mar. 7, Columbus, O. APPRECIATIVE PARTY GOES TO CARNATION MEETING AND VISITS NEAR-BY POINTS OF INTEREST. George L. Miller, Ed. Underwood, J. R. Hellenthal, Joe Hellenthal, James McKellar, Sherman Stephens, and Albert Knopf composed the party from Colnm- bus, arriving at Indianapolis last week Tuesday in a happy mood to do the car- nation convention and take in all the sights, including those of New Castle and Richmond. The courtesy shown visiting members at these places was highly appreciated. While every one was well entertained, there was no time lost with sports and side issues, generally of no particular value to the average craits- man. The trip to New Castle was made by our party on Thursday and to Rich- mond Friday morning. After leaving Richmond some of our party started for Dayton, where they were well taken care of by J. B. Heiss. Sherman Stephens and J. R Hellenthal, however, made a bee line for Columbns, claiming they were anxious to get home and tell how it was to all the members of the craft who stayed at home. While our party were stopping at the Denison in Indianapolis, we were favored with a Welsh solo by John Evans, of Richmond. The extra effort of rendering the beautiful music from Mozart unfortunately strained his voice so that he could not speak above a whisper the next day. Cael. SrWMyWtfVWMWWMMMVWMWtfWMVWMWWWMMVM^MVWMMW^^WVVWWMVWMWU CATTLEYAS $6.00 per Dozen. New Haven, Conn. The meeting of the New Haven County Horticultural Society on the evening of February 18 was attended by about fifty members and was characterized by much harmony and enthusiasm. As now planned, the exhibition of next fall, under the auspices of the society, will be the finest attempt of the kind ever made In this city. At the next meeting of the society, on March 4, further details of event will be worked out. A paper on the "Difficulty of Horticulture" was read by Wm. Ferrier, gardener for Eli Whit- ney. Bakerstown, Pa.— The Pittsburg Rose and Carnation Company, Fred. Burki, president, has 35,000 feet of glass and 210 acres of land finely situated for the building up of a splendid producing busi- SEVENTH ANNIAL Carnation®ExliMion OF THE BOSTON CO-OPERATIVE fLOWER - GROWERS' ASSOCIATION Will be held at the FLOWER MARKET, PARK ST., BOSTON MARCH 8. 1902. For information and circulars apply to GEORGE CARTWRIGHT, Sec'y. Wm. Nioholbon, 1 r-„™„i.t„„ » Pkter Fisher, \ <-ommittee of Geo. Cabtwbisht, J Arrangements. Pteise mention the American Florist when writing. Roses, Beauty, estra long stems $4.00 24 to 30- in. long steins 3.00 20 " •' 2.50 15 '• " 2.00 Short " 1.00 Bride. Bridesmaids 6.00@ 8.00 Meteor 6.00® 8.00 Golden Gate 5 00(<« 8.00 Carnations 1. 00® 2.00 fancy 2.00® 3.00 Violets, double 1.00 single BO® 75 Lily of the valley 2.00® 4 00 Adiantum 75® 1.25 Common Ferns per 1000, (2.00 .25 Smilax per dozen, II. BO Asparagus .per dozen, 7.50®10.00 Narcissus 2.00® 3.00 Roman Hyacinths 2.O0® 3 00 Lil. Harrisii I5.00fa!20 00 Callas 12.50@15.00 Tulips, all kinds 3 00® 4.00 Tulips, Muri lo, fancy 5.00(ai 6.00 Galax Leaves. Green or Bronze, I5c per 100; $1,00 per 1000. Leucothoe Sprays. 75c per 100. Wild Smilax. QUALITY COUNTS— No. 1. 15 lbs., 12.50; No. 2, 20 lbs., 13.25; No. 3, 25 lbs., $3.60; No. 4, 35 lbs., }4; No. 5, 40 lbs., (5; No. 6, 50 lbs., $6. We are the Northern Representatives of CALDWELL THE WOODSMAN CO. WHOLESALE CUT ELOWERS Wabash Ave.. CHICAGO. J. B. DEAMUD, ?," Wiiol^ale pi)wer/\ark^ MtLWAUKSS, Feb. 27. Boses, Beauty, long, per doz. 3.00® 5.00 " " med. " 1.60® 2.00 " " ihort " .50® 1.00 " Liberty 6.00@I0.00 " Bride, Bridesmaid 6.00® 8.00 " Meteor 6.00® 8.00 " Golden Gate 6 00® 8.00 " Pefle 5.00® 8.00 OarnatlODi, ordinary 1.00® 1.50 " fancy 2.00® 3.59 Violets 50® .75 Lily of the valley 4.00 Daffodils 3.00® 4 00 Freeias 3.00 Tulips 2.0C@ 3.0O Adiantum 75(0) 1.00 Smilax 18.00@20 00 Aiparagus 65.00 Common ferns .25 PiTTBBTJRO, Feb. 27, Roiei, Beauty, specials 40.0C®5O.0O extras 20.00®30.00 No. 1 10.00@15.00 " No. 2 3 00® 6.00 " Bride, Brideimald 3 00®12.00 " Meteor 3.00® 4.00 Oarnations, ordinary 1.00® 2.00 fancy 8.00® 5.00 Lily of the valley 2.00® 4.00 Violets 30® 1.50 Harrisii lilies 10.0U@15.00 Romans, Paper Whites 1.00® 3.00 Tulips 2.00® 4.00 Bmilai 8.00@12.50 Adiantum 1.00® 1.50 *.iparagui 50.00@75.00 CraoimiATi, Feb. 27. Boiei, Beauty 30.00@10.00 " Bride 4.00® 6.00 " Bridesmaid 4.00® 6.00 " Meteor 4.00® 8,00 " Perle 3 00® 4.00 Oarnationi 1.51® 3.00 Violets 50® 1.00 Harrisii lilies 15,00 Lilv of the valley 3,00® 4,00 Daifodils 3.00 Tulips :!.C0(iil 5,00 Romans, Paper Whites :.',00@ 4,00 Aiparagui 50,00 Bmllai 16. CO Adiantum cuneatum 1.00 Oommon ferni .20 St. Lotne, Feb. 2". Roses, Beauty, short stem 1.00®12.50 " " longstems 15.00®40.00 ■■ Bride, Bridesmaid 4.00® 6.00 " Meteor 3,00® 6,00 " Golden Gate 4,00® 6,00 Oarnationi, ordinary 1.50 ohoioe 2.00® 3.00 Violets 40® .75 Sweet peas 40® ,50 Callas 8,0u@I0,00 Lily of the valley 3,00® 4.00 Romans 1 SOW 2..'iO Narcissi 2.B0(i) 3.00 Tulips 2.0Ow; 3.00 Bmllax 10.00(5)15,00 Aiparagui Sprengerl 1,00® 1,50 •' Plumoiui 1.00(9 1.60 Frank M. Ellis, WHOLESALE riORIST. 1316 Pine Street, ST. LOUIS, MO. CONSIGNMENTS SOLICITED. H.G.BERNING Wholesale riorlst 1322 Pine St., ST. LOUIS, MO. C. A. KUEHN, Wholesale Florist, nSZ PINE STREET. ^ ST. LOUIS, MO. tr&. complete line of Wire Designs. Pittsburg Gut Flower Go. Ltd WHOLESALE FLORISTS. ■^ Pittsburg, Pa^ The Cincinnati Cut Flower Co., t^l^lCX WHOLESALE FLORISTS. ConslgDinents Solicited. Special Attention Qiven to Shipping Orders. Cut Flower ExchangOt WM. IHLOKK, Manager, WHOLESALE COMMISSION. Pull line of Florists' Supplies and Decoration!, Special attention to shipping orders. 26 Miami Avenue. DETROIT, MICH. RICE BROTHERS WholoMla Florists and Suppllss. R«o*lvtrt and Shipper* of Frath Cut Flowsrs.^ Condgntntnt* Sollottad. 188 N. sixth St., MtnneapoUa, Hlim. igo2. The American Florist. 167 Supplies Increasing TRA.de is fairly brisk but supplies are increasing under the influence of bright, warm days, and we can fill all orders ; if there's anything you want, let us know. Good qualities. Right prices. E.C.Amling The Largest, Best Equipped and Most Centrally- Located Wholesale Cot Flower House in Chicago. 32-34-36 Randolph St. CHICAGO. L. O. PHONES 1999 AND 1977. PRICE LIST. BEAUTIES. Stems, 30 to 36 in., per doz., $4.00 " 24 " ■' 3.00 " 30 " " 3.00 " 15 " " 1.60 " 12 " " 100 " 6 to 8 in. per 100, 14.00 6.00 Brides " 4.00 8.00 Maids " 4.00 8.00 Meteors " 3.00 6.00 Golden Gate " 3.00 6.00 Carnations " t.OO 1.50 " large fancies " 2.00 3.00 Mignonette per doz., .3i .60 Callas per doz., 1.25 1.50 Violets, double per 100, .7.5 1. 00 single " .50 .60 Sweet Peas " 1.00 1.50 Valley, select " 2.00 3.00 Romans " 3.00 3.00 Tulips " 2.00 4.00 Daffodils " 3.00 3.00 Paper Whites " 3.00 3.00 Freesias " 2.00 3.00 Asparagus plumosus, per stg, .50 .60 " Sprengeri, per 100, 3 00 4.00 Ferns, per 1000, 12.00; " .25 Galax, " 1.00; " .15 Leucothoe sprays.... " .75 Adiantum " $1.00 1.50 Smilax perdoz.,1.60 2.00 Prices subject to change without notice J.aBUDLONG Boses and Carnations A Specialty. 37-39 Randolph Street, CHjCAGO. WHOLESALE 6R0WER of CUT FLOWERS WEILAMD AND-RiSCM CHICAQO'S RELIABLE Growers OUT I Wabash FLOWERS, BEND FOR TTEEKLT PRICK LIST. WHOLESALE FLORISTS Bassett&Wasltburn 76 & 78 Wabash Ave., CHICAGO. wholesale Dealers and Q^^ \\^^^X% GREENHOUSES: HINSDALE, ILL. Ben they & Co. F. r. BENTHEY, Manaser, 31-35 Randolph St., CHICAGO. ^Consignments solicited FRANK GARLAND, "''-'•.. Cut Flowers Grower < SPECrAL ATTENTION -I3^"n^^I»1^r «! GIVEN TO HARDY OUT -"^ M2fMX..L:^ l^» S5>57 WABASH AVENUE, Telephone Central 3284. OXIIO.A.OO. A. L. Randall, WHOLESALE fLORIST. 4 Washington Straet, CHICAGO Send for weekly price list and sjwcial quotations on 1000 lots. Wbol^ale flower/\arK5fe Chioaso, Feb. 28. Roiei, Beauty, 30 to 36-inch stems 34 20 15 12 6 to 8 4. DO 3.00 2.00 1.50 1.00 'per 100 4.00@6.00 E. H. Hunt, WHOLESALE. Cut flowers THE "OLD RELIABLE," Bride, Bridesmaid 4.00@ 8.00 " Meteor 3.00® 6.00 " Perle 3 00@ 6.00 " QoldenGate 3 00@ 6.00 Carnations 1.00® 3.00 Violets 75® 1 OJ Lily of the valley 2.00® 3.00 Callas, per doz 1.25®1.50 Tulips 3.00® 4. CO Romans, Paper Whites 2.00® 3.00 Adiantum l.OOa 1.60 Commonferns per 1,000 (2 00 .23 Qalax leaves, per 1000 (1.00. .16 Smilax per dozen 1.25@ 1,60 For EASTER Forcing Fine, select LILY OF THE VALLEY PIPS, $1.50 per 100; $12.50 per 1000; $30 per case of 2500. FANCY CUT VALLEY always on hand at market price. 1409-1411 W. Madison Street, CniCAGO, ILL Hiease mention ihe American Florist when -writing. LILY of the VALLEY in large quantities, the finest that is grown, $4 and $5 per JOG. JOHN WOLF, SAVANNAH, OA. Please mention the American FloriU when writing 76 Wabash Ave., CHICAGO. BEO. REINBERQ, '^^tr.x Cut Flowers Choice American Beauties. We will take care of your orders at reasonable prices. Prompt attention. B1 Wabash Ave., CHICAGO, ILL. PETER REINBERG, Grower and Wholesaler of Cot Flowers. OOO.OOO PBET OP GLASS. Headquarters for Amerloan Beautjr. / 51 Wabash Ave., - CHICAGO, ILL JOHN MUNO, "stCTs Cut Flowers "oo"' 22'. 51 Wabash Ave., CHICA60. Tklkphonb Central 3598. All telegraph aad telephone orders given prompt attention. Poehlmann Bros. Co. Wholesale Growers of Cut Flowers ■Rd Dealers In All telegraph and telephone orders given prompt attention. 35-37 Grskkhouseb: Randolph Street, Morton Grove, 111. CHICAQO, ILL. Mention the American Florist when writing to advertisers on this page. 168 The American Florist. Mar. I, PLANTS FOR EASTER *nd NOVELTIES IN RIBBONS SAMUEL S. PENNOCK, Wholesale Florist, IEI2'II LUDLOW ST., PHILADELPHIA, PA. GEO. A. SUTHERLAND, %^ 34 Hawley St., BOSTON. Telephone 1370 Main. BEST BOSTON FLO'WBRS. AU Supplies. An entire floor Devoted to Stock and Manu- facturing. Distributing Agent for United States for tlie wonderful LETTER, unequalled for design work. Script, any color, 3Hc a letter. Block letters, IVac each. The most elaborate design work to order in a few minutes. General Aoents: H. BAYERSDORFER & CO., Philadelphii. REED & KELLER. New York City. SPECIALTIES THIS WEEK: Special American Bea Lily of the Valley, Violets ut CITY HALL CUT FLOWER MARKET WELCH BROS., Props. Boston, Mass. 9 CHAPMAN PLACE, 15 PROVINCE STREET. The bjst market for Growers who cna ship g:ooi Cot Flower stock. J. K. SLLEN, 106 West 28th Street, yrui vflDV PITV Telephone 167 Mudlson Sq. NlII lUnKullli N. F. MCCARTHY & GO. 84 Hawley St., BOSTON, ARE RECEIVING ELEGANT ROSES ALL VARIETIES. DON'T YOU WANTSOME? Tel. 734 and 64 Haln. Geo. M. Moss, WHOLESALE FLORIST, 32 South 17th Street, PHILADELPHIA, PA. Long Distance 'Phone 1-41-28 D. Consignments ol Roses, Carnations, Violet« lolicited. N. Y. GUT FLOWER EXCHANGE 404-412 E. 34th St. Near Ferry. Open for Cnt Flower Bales at 6 o'clock Every Morning DEBIRABLE WALL SPACE TO RENT FOR ADVERTISING. JOHN DONALDSON, Secretary. Wbol^ale power/arKjfe Boston, Feb. 36. Roiei, Beauty, extra 2j.00@.^0.00 medium I2.00@2O.0O " " culls 6.00® 8.00 " Bride, Bridesmaid, Meteor. ■: 00® 6.00 " extra 8.00®10.00 Carnations 1 00® 1.50 " fancy 3.00® 1.00 Lily of the valley 2.00® 3.00 Violets 30® .60 Harrisii lilies 8 00@12.00 Freesia I.00(a» 1.50 Narcissus Paper White 1.00® 1.55 Yellow 1.51® 3.00 Roman hyacinths 75® 1.50 Tulips 2.00® 3.00 Callas 8.00@10.00 A.diantum 50® 1.00 Smilax 12.00®16.00 Phii,u>si,fhia, Feb. 26. Boies, Tea 5.00® 8.00 " " extra 10.00®13.00 " Beauty, extra 50.00®65.00 " firsts...; 30.00®40.00 " Queen of Edgely, extra 76.00 firsts.... 25.00 Carnations 1.00® 3.00 LUyof the valley 4.00® 5.00 Asparagus 26.00®60.00 Smilax 12.5D@1B.00 BniPALO, Feb. 27. Roses, Beauty 7.00®35.00 " Bride, Bridesmaid, Meteor 6.00@16.00 Carnations 1.50® 4.00 Violets 50® 1.00 Lily of the vaUey 3.00® 4.00 Smilax 1B.OO@20.00 Adlantum 1.00® l.KO Give Us a Trial. We Can Please You. Roses, Carnations and all kinds of Seasonable Flowers In stock. Wholesale Com- mission Florist, WM. F. KASTING, 481 Washington St., Buffalo. N. V. Dealer in Florists' Supplies and Wire Designs. Open Dar and Night. Gut Harrisii Lilies. I am growing the largest batch of lilies in New England. Have over 50,000 Harrisii besides plenty of Japans for Easter. Can supply blooms all the time from now till spring. Can fill orders for any quantityat an hour's notice. H. N. EATON, 'Phone Connection. SO. SUDBURY, MASS. MARKETING lor flowers is a pleasure it done at the Headquarters of the NEW YORK GUT FLOWER GO. Here is tin' choifiMt sto'-k- of the mos^ t'miDt'nt growers, frfsh '-very mornioti ani.1 in full variety. GooiJs seh'cii'd aiid shlpppii 'o anv partI{SF»A.TCH[. F. B. VANDEGRIFT & CO., Publishers of Vandegriffs United Stales Tariff. Customs Brokers ani Forwarders Foreign Express, Export and Insurance Brokers. MFU/ VnDK O"'":^- 66 Beave' street I ABC lode Us d I puiP *r.ft O^ice. 315 Dearborn St IlLTT ■Unit Teieplioue.H 8 BrotU. | Cable Address. Vangnft. I l/niUflUll I'bdoe, Harrison 840 Rhododendron Maximum iKalmia Latifolia The tsvo best native Evergreen Shrubs for out-of-door ornamentation. Furnished by car load lots or in smaller quantities. Send for prices, also Special Rhododendron circu'ars. VIMCA MINOR— 10,000 3-inch clumps for sale cheao. Fine lot of general nursery stock. EASTERN NURSERIES, m. m. Pawson. Mar. Jamaica Plain, Mass. SHADE TREES, Etc. penoo looo Su^';l^ Maple 10 tu 1-2 ft., $25 Sug:ir Maple 8 to 9 ft., 10 Sugar Maple 6 to 7ft., 7 $60 SuK.ir Maple 4 to 5ft., 5 -11 Sugar Maple 3 to 4f'.., 3 2.t Sugar Maple li^toij^rt., 2 15 Tulip Pi,plar (Lirkdendron)... fttolOft., 20 Tulip Poplar (Liriodendron)... 6 lo 8 ft., 15 American Elm 10 to 12 ft., 20 .Vmerican Kim 8 lo 9ft., 12 American Beech 4 to 6 ft., 5 40 Dogwood (C. Florida; S to 7 11., 25 White Day Lilv (F. Alba), crowns 5 Yellow Day Lily (Ilemero-allis), three fine varieiiHS, earliest, rapdium and latest, $2.50 1(1 $3 per U 0, $15 to $20 per lOOO. Eulalia Grai"ti" line u.. New Hardy Yel- low Rose, Golden Sun (><''fti J'^o und bcButiiui New Cut leaved Elder. p<.s,-ri|.tivo rmiilogiio (Fditi.^11 l;ini) wUhcoIorod iUuMlra(i<>:i or llm inw Itoac niid l:i Ut kii rcqilost. Ellwanger & Barry Ml, Iloi». NurMrUs, ROCHESTER, IS.Y. KHlnlillHlirUuvcrnOyonr*. Mcnifon ihlo publication. GRAPEVINES ^^ Cnrrauts, CSooNcberrlcii, Black- Ix-rrlea, HiiHpbrrrlrN, S t r a ^T - ' brrrlm. Trlco J.lst FIIEE. Seiul aaiikmp f.ir illuBtrntciI ilcucrlpiivo cntalog. T. S. HUBBARD CO. Fredonia, N. Y. B.W. DIRKEN, Oudanbosch, Holland. ORNAMENTAL AND FOREST TREES A SPECIALTY. Conifers, Evergreens, Hollies, Etc. M Jt jt Prices on Application. ■igo2. The American Florist. 173 FLORISTS' FLOWER SEEDS VSUGHXN'S ASTERS. TYPE OF THE FLOWER OF VAUGHAN'S NEW UPRIGHT BRANCHING ASTER. Trade CENTAUREA Candidlssima (Dusty Mill. -r), 1000 seeds Gymnocarpa Imperialis, mixed, all the following sorts.. Alba, pure white Aritiida, liloc Favorita. brilliant rose Graziosa, dark lilac S pie ' deos, dark purple .' Variabilis, white, fading to rose COBCA Scandens, purple lb $3 i 0 DAISY, Burbank's New Shasta Daisy LOBELIA, rystal Palace Compacta 's oz., 13.5 j.. Bedding Queen M oz., 5 c; Speciosa, d..rk flowers and foliage; for hanging baskets MAURANDYA, mi.ved K oz,, SOc. ; Barclavana, purple io SWEET PEAS. Our Sweet Pea Seed was raised by the most careful grower and is equal to the best in the country, ^e invite comparison. kt. Oz. 3i l.M 10 40 10 K'l 10 S5 10 70 10 70 10 70 10 70 10 70 in 'a 25 1.=i l.'JS •ih l.SO 10 5 ' 15 1.00 Any of the following, per oz„ 3c , rxcpt wheie noted. Blanche Burpee, very lar^re white Blanche Ferry, piuk and white " '* extra early, 10 days earlier California, ver> sole ■■baybreak" ujnk.. « Lb, . 10 . 10 . 10 10 Lb. 25 S5 25 30 30 25 30 25 33 31 Captain 0) Ihe Blues, Durplish mauve 10 Countess, Ihe New, iilear lavender 10 Countess of Fowls, orange sulTused with purple 10 Countess of Radnor, delicate lavender 10 Earliest of AII.'S days earlier than E?. Early Blanche Ferry 15 Emily Henderson, white, early and f:ee 10 Her Majesty, beautiful rose, large 10 Hon.F.Bouverie, standard coral link, wings slightly lighter 10 30 Katherine Tracy, soft but brilliant pink 10 25 Lady Grisel Hamilton, best of all lavender sorts 15 40 lady Mary Currie, bright orange pink 10 31 Mrs. Eckford, delicate primroie yellow 10 30 Navy Blue, :i new, deep \io'et-blue 15 50 Prima Donna, soft pint 10 25 Prince of Wales, new, bright rcse self 15 40 Sadie Burpee, new white, white- seeded 15 30 " ■■ " black seeded 15 30 Salopian, th.- bos* of all reddon 134 128 108 ,368 J. Eidens 144 124 65 333 W.Bennett 116 92 92 300 S. Kaser 121 93 116 330 C. Hennon les 121 110 399 Total 9:8 783 704 2398 ROSE eBOWERS. Player 1st 2d 3d T'l Wm. Coyne 141 143 1.54 4 8 M. MoCue 131 147 li5 413 C. Gunton 137 147 110 S94 J. B ooks 116 150 10) 366 Ed. Bowyer 129 91 104 324 F.Connors 77 131 106 317 •C. Carlson 88 133 19 278 Total 817 945 758 2520 A. S. At Chicago. The following is the record made by Chicago bowlers on the evening of Feb- ruary 25: All Stars 1st 2d 3d T'l Chas. Bailuff 157 178 192 537 Ed. Enders 134 174 150 4.58 Walter Kreitling ..170 125 148 443 Chas. Hughes 159 S50 309 W. F. Kasting 141 hi C.A.Hunt 137 1(5 112 354 Total 757 732 743 2233 Wholesalbes 1st 2d 3d T'l Jos. Foerster 154 163 213 hW C. W.Soott 121 124 168 413 C. H. Fisk 149 igi 144 474 John Sterrett 168 159 173 .500 E. F. Winterson 168 131 136 435 Total 760 758 834 23.52 Retailers 1st 2d 3d T'l P. .J. Hauswirlh 190 194 178 .559 J. Hui-bccr 118 116 127 361 John Lambros 182 169 151 5 3 Ed. Hauswirth 143 168 137 443 Geo.Asmus 166 184 139 489 Total 804 821 729 2354 Gbowbrs 1st 2d 3d T'l Ceo. Stollery 195 149 150 494 F. Matte 165 137 155 4.57 J. P. Sinner 173 160 138 470 C. Schafcr 10.i 156 164 425 Fred. StoUery 195 188 167 540 Total 8:^2 790 764 2389 In the ten-game match between E. C. Benthey and P. J. Hauswirth Monday evening, the total scores were 1G48 and 1584 respectively. ••»-• Mankato, Minn. — H. Lorenzhas rented his place to Niel Nielsen. SnEnoYGAN, Wis.— J. E. Matthewson is figuring on acquiring additional real estate and building 5,000 feet more glass. Cincinnati. PEBSONAL OPINIONS OF THE STOCK SHOWN AT THE CARNATION MEETING. — TRADE FAIR AND STOCK PLENTIFUL.— GROWER HAS TROUBLES. — VARIOUS NOTES. Your scribe was one of a party of florists from this city who took the trip to Indianapolis and I want to give my candid opinion of some of the varieties on exhibition. In my estimation the best vase in the hall was Enquirer. The public in general, from the exclamations heard, admired this variety more than anything else staged. And what a beautiful rich color at night under the artificial light. What a pity the calyx of this variety bursts so badly. It was my good fortune to return home on the same train with Frank Deller, the young man employed by Richard Witterstaetter and who has charge of growing Enquirer. He informed me that for such a large flower this variety is an exception- ally free bloomer. The vase of Lawson, from Bassett & Washburn, was well done, and no doubt the Lawson has come to stay. The new variet3', Mrs. E. A. Nelson, will be an acquisition and looks like a magnified Scott on a good, stift stem. Cressbrook, as seen here, is another that will bear watching. Adonis will be the scarlet ol the future, and Messrs. Hill and Craig made a ten strike when they captured this variety. Mrs. Potter Palmer, from the Chicago Carna- tion Company, looks to be a good thing. We must not overlook Estelle, which to-day is one of the best scarlets from a financial standpoint. If we could all grow the red Bradt, Chicago, like Bas- sett & Washburn this variety would also do for a large red. In the class of white Lorna and White Cloud appear to be the top-notchers. If everybody could grow Norway like Wm. Jackson, gar- dener to Mr. Procter, we would want no better white. Gov. Walcott is undoubt- edly all right, but it is pretty hard to judge a flower when it has been on the road for three days. The same may be said of Empire State. Olympiaand Mrs. Bradt still hold forth as the best varie- gated. There is not much demand for such varieties as Prosperity, Roosevelt, Maceo or Gomez in this part of the country, and this seems to be the uni- versal opinion of all the florists at the meeting that 1 came in contact with. The show taken as a whole was one ot which the American Carnation Society may justly feel proud. The hospitality of the Indianapolis craftsmen was unbounded. Trade is all that can be expected. There is plenty of stock, and good stock at that. J. A. Peterson had a large wedding decoration Wednesday, which consumed an enormous amount of flowers. Hardesty & Company had the decorations for the golden jubilee of the Scottish Rite Masons, which were very elaborate. George Murphy is having his share of trouble this winter. Beside having the stock in one of his greenhouses frozen, two of his children have been very sick and at death's door for nearly a week. Mr. Murphy has the sympathy of all the florists in this vicinity, and we all hope for the speedy recover}- of his little ones. S. M. Harbison, of Danville, Ky.; Messrs. Graham, Kennedy, Hart, Wil- liams and Pentecost, of Cleveland; E. G. Asmus, of New Jersey, and Pierson, of New York, were in the city the past week, en route to the meeting of the American Carnation Society. Thos. Windram, of Cold Springs, Ky., has the sympathy of the craft in the death of his lather, which occurred very suddenly on February 24. Mr. Wind- ram had reached the advanced age of 89 years. Max Rudolph, Gus Adrian and Wm. A. Mann are on the sick list. D. St. Paul. TRADE KEEPS UP WELL AND A LARGE SUP- PLY OF MATERIAL IS ALL CONSUMED. — GOOD VIOLETS. Lent has had but little effect so far on trade and sales keep up well. Stock is fairly abundant but not over-plentiful and nothing goes to waste. Warm, bright weather has brought Easter stock along in good shape and from present indications there will be a full supply of good stock for that occasion. Lilies will be somewhat scarce. Some that prom- ised well early in the season are coming blind. Funeral flowers have been in great demand and shipping trade has been exceptionally good. E. F. Lemke is cutting some exception- ally fine Princess of Wales violets. This variety seems to thrive here under any and all conditions, oroduces fine long- stemmed blooms, early and late in the season, and is, I predict, destined to sup- plant all other varieties now in cultiva- tion. Feli.x. Programme for Rose Meeting. The folio wing is the programme, subject to modification, for the joint session of the American Rose Society, Ameriian Insti- tute and Horticultural Society of New York, at the Berkeley Lvceum Theatre, New York, Wednesday, March 12, 1902: 2:00 p. ra. — Address of Wi.':eome, Dr. Murphy, president AuuTioan Institute. 2:15— Response, ..For ihe American Rose Society. For Hortli'ultural Societv o( New York," G. T. Po\\ell, vice-president. 2:30— Recitation, "The Rose." S. B. P. 3;45— Address, under .luspecies of Horticultural Society of Kew York, "Old Time Roses." S. B. Parsons. 3:10— Song. 3:30— Papers prfsented by the Am. EnseSociejy: Best Garden Roses Dr. R. Huoy. Hybrid Rose Slocks .... Dr. W. van Fleet. Key to ihe Ga'den C assifleation ot Roses, L. Barron. New Roses Genera 1 Discussion. Recitation (illustrated uitli stereopticon elTects) "Flora's Choice," S. Pnrsons. 4:15 — The Rose in Picture. Colored photographic stereopticon slides eihiliited bv Cornelius van Brunt. SoDg. ''The Last Rose of Siiraraer " Adjournment will Ije taken at 5 o'elock pre- cisely, for the regular annual meeting of the .VmericanRose Societv. Sander's Sens in Partnership. F. Sander, of St. Albans, Eng., and Bruges, Belgium, has taken bis three sons into partnership and assumed the title of Sander & Sons. Victoria, B. C— Thomas Woodward has found this an excellent season. SHIPPING UBELS sl' "Cut Flowers Printed in two colors on gummed paper; your card, etc, In black and leaf adopted by the &. ^. P. In rod. Very attractive. Price per BOO, $2.85; per 1000, W.6a Send for samples lUCTRO Of IHIS IXAT. POSTPAID. SI.2S. American Florist Co., CHICAOO. jgo2. The American Florist. 175 ANNOUNCEMENT. We beg to announce that MR. JOHN DEQNAN, who for the past eighteen years has been connected with the Seed, Bulb and Plant business, has associated himself with our firm, which will hereafter be known as McKELLAR & WINTERSON CO. MR. DEQNAN'S long experience in the Seed, Bulb and other branches of the business will give our customers assurance of our ability in handling their business satisfactorily on these lines, and we respectfully solicit the opportunity of supplying your wants. We intend handling a full line of Seeds, Bulbs, Plants, Shrubs and everything the market demands in this line, and together with our already complete line of Cut Flowers and Supplies places us in a position to take care of your requirements on all lines. Our combined efforts to supply everything required by the trade gives us many advantages over smaller concerns. We save you money on express and freight charges and are able to execute orders on all lines promptly, having the stock of goods right at our command, and save you the middleman's profits. Easter Specialties. RIBBONS FOR EASTER. Some of the colors we supply are American Beauty, Brides- maid, Meteor, Lavender, White, Cream, Purple, Green, Yellow, Orange, Lilac, Pink, Violet, Black, and all the different shades of leading colors. Send us your order now. You cannot dupli- cate this quality of Ribbon for less than 20 per cent higher prices elsewhere. SILVER BIRCH BARK WARE. Handle Baskets— Sin., $11.00 per doz ; 9-in , $13.00 per doz. Nick of the Woods— l3-in. hi^h, $18 00; l5-in. high, $20.00; Canoes— 9-in., $4 20; 12-in., $5 70; l5-in., $7 80. Logs— 6-in., $2 00; 9-in.. $3 00; 12-in., $4 OO; iS-in., $5.00; 18-in., f6.uO; 21-in., $7 03; 24-in,, |S 00. Shoe— 6in., $5.00; 10-in , $10.00; 14-in., $15.00; IS-in., $20.00. Pot Wrappers— 4-in., $1 00; 5-in., $1.50; 6-in, t2 05; 7-in., $2.75; S-in., $3.75. Lined Double Pot Cov- ers—4-in., $2 40; Sin.. $3.0D; 6-in., $4.00; 7.in., $5.0C ; 8-in., $6.00. Write for full price list. Xo. 2 No. 5 No. 7 No. 9 No. 13 No. 16 No. 22 No. 30 No. 40 No. 60 25c 50c 65c 75c $100 $1.15 $1.25 $1.50 $1.85 $?.25 We can supply Satin, Gauze or Taffeta Ribbons at above pi ices. Our Stock of supplies consists of a large assortment of Flower and Plant Baskets, Silk Cords, Porto Rican Matting, Artificial Plants and Flowers, Wheat Sheaves, Doves, Sphagnum Moss, Bouquet Pins, Cvcas Leave?, Cycas Wreaths, Moss Wreaths, and everything required by the up-to date florist. HEADQUAQUARTERS FOR CUT FLOWERS OF ALL KINDS. Send for our Special Easter List. McKELLAR & WINTERSON 45=4749 Wabash Ave. CHICAGO. Telephone Main 1129. WE ARE IN THE MARKET FOR GLADIOLUS, DAHLIAS and CLEMATIS. Springfield Seed Co. , Springfield, Mo. ^m§b. RAWSON^S Arlioetoii Tested Seeds for the Florist Catalogues Mailed Free. W. W. RAWSON & CO.. Seedsmen, 12 and 13 Faneuil Hall Square, BOSTON. Francis Brill, SPECIALIST IN CabbageiCauliflowerSeed HEMPSTEAD. Long Island. N. Y. RAFFIA VAUGHAN'S SEED STORE, NATURAL COLORED. CHICAGO NEW YORK. BURPE&S SEEDS Philadelphia. Wholesale Price List for Florists and Market Gardeners. GLADIOLUS BULBS Forcing or Garden. Nothing better for the money. Young;, vigorous 2-year- old American Hybrids, light colors, $10.00 per 1000. FORCING GLADIOLUS MAY A fine light variety— nothing bettor— can be used in design vrork, $1 50 per 100; $12.00 per 1000. WE ARE GROWERS. GUSHMAN GLADIOLUS GO., Sylvania. Ohio. On hand for Immediate delivery. Cycas Stems, Lilium Auratum, LlllUin AlbUin in finest quality. SUZUKI & IIDA. 31 Barclay Street. NEW YORK. American riorlst Advts. 3(b 'tXa.e ITrnde. ESTABLISHED 1802 SEEDS have been the standard of excellence for a hundred years, and were awarded the GOLD MEDAL both at the Paris Exposition of 19^0 and Pan-American 1901. Our Wholesale Price List of Flower Seeds, etc., for Florists, will be mailed on application, and our Trade Price List of Vegetable and Flower Seeds to seed dealers. J.M.THORBURN&CO. (Ijitc ol IS John Street) 36 CORTLANDT STREET. NEW VORi 176 The a mer i ca n F l orist. Mar. I, Worcester, Mass, TSADB HOLDS DP WELL AND STOCK IS PLENTIFUL.— CAKNATIONS OF SUPERIOR QUALITY. — NOTES OF VARIETIES. — LIB- ERTY DOES WELL. As yet Lent bas not made much difier- ence in trade in general and, although cuts are heavy there is no alarming sur- plus. The quality of the flowers that we are now getting is extra fine, especially so in carnations. Marquis is being done very well and is the best selling variety in this vicinity, scoring on the other vari- eties on account of its fragrance, a point which the hybridizers doinot make enough of. Lawson is splendid and still holds its reputation as the high priced beauty. In white Lorna is queen, but we are only getting it in limited quantities. White Cloud, Flora Hill and Peru are what we deperd on for quantity. Morning Glory and Daybreak are runningneck andneck. Daybreak is still as good as any of its color. Roosevelt, Maceo and Gomez are the standard crimson and Crane is the best scarlet we have yet found. In roses Liberty has more than equalled its last year's reputation and is now in the Bride and Bridesmaid class. These three, with the addition of Perle, are the standard roses, Beauty not being grown in this vicinity. Easter crops are looking fine and the percentage of diseased lilies is not very large compared to other reports. Violets are more popular than ever tor street wear. A. H. L. Marietta, O. A. C. Ludicke, formerly in business at Parkersburg, W. Va., is now grower tor J. W. Smith, who has a fine business here. He grows a general stock for a retail trade. His roses, carnations and Easter lilies are in splendid shape. The funeral of Mrs. Childs, recently, used up all the cut flowers in town and Mr. Smith sent a nice order to Chicago tor supplies. The stock arrived in fine shape. Mrs. Norval Kaiger has a nice little place and everything is looking well. Anton S:hoepen is cutting some nice roses and carnations. Schramm Brothers have a snug range of houses. L. Adroba, III. — The Natural Guano Cornpany suffered a considerable loss by fire in their fertilizer works February 22, but will at once rebuild. GOLD MEDAL GLADIOLI Groff'8 Hybrid Gladioli Received the Gold Medal and Thirteen First Awards at the Pan-American Ex position. I have the Latest and only Complete Collection of GROFF'8 HYBRIDS in the United States, and control over Seventy-flve per cent, of all Stock Grown and Introduced by Mr. Groff. Write for catilogue. ARTHUR COWEE. GLADIOLUS SPECIALIST, MEADOWVALE FARM, BERLIN. N. Y. ROOTED CUTTINGS Estcllc, $5.on; Liwson, ,$1.(0; Marquis and Elm Oity. $3.00; Crocker and Lord, $I.CO per 100. Other varieties on application. Genistas, bushy plants for Easter, 6-in, pots, Ji.sO per doz. DANA R. HEBRON, OLEAN, N. Y. CARNATIONS Illooiuing, MRS. FISHER now ready, in 2-inch. Also have CRANE, CROCKER, .JOOST, SCOTT, MARY WOOD, IIOOSIER MAID and McOOWAN. Write GEO. A. KUHL. PEKIN. ILL. SWEET PEAS, VALLEY, VIOLETS, CARNATIONS, HARRISII, CALLA5, TULIPS and any other kind of flowers. 457 Milwaukee St., Milwaukee, Wis. s w E E T P E A S W E E T PEA FRESH STOCK, 1902. Oz. Lb. Blanche Burpee, pure white 5 .30 Blanche Ferry, pink and white .5 .25 Lady G. Hamilton, azure blue.. .5 .40 Salopian, brilliant scarlet 5 .25 Mont Blanc 20 1.50 Earliest of All 5 .40 Lovely 5 .30 McCullough's Premier Mixed. . .5 .35 MUSHROOM SPAWN. English Mill- track, Iresh stock, $7 per 100 lbs. CUT FLOWERS AT WHOLESALE. J. M. MCCULLOUGH'S SONS 316 & 318 Walnut St. Cincinnati. 0. W E E T PEA S W E E T P E A S Park Architects and Dealers will find whatever they want in the Holland Nurseries, DeBilt near Utrecht SPECIALTIES ABE : Conifers. Evergreens, Hardy Shrubs, Lilacs, Ornamental Trees, Fruit Trees in different forms. Azaleas, Rhododendron Ponticum and Hybridum. Please send list of your wants and write for general catalogue. We will make you special offers. Wriie to GROENEWEGEN & ZOOIN, Oe Kilt, near Ctrecht, Holland. ■ROBT. CRAIG & SON, Roses, Palms and Novelties in Decorative Plants i Market and 49th Sts., Philadelphia, Pa, IN BUD and BLOOM Xow ready, the best varieties iu red and scarlet GERANIUMS (mostly John Doyle). Doiililf iintl sinfjle mixed, in 3-in. pots, need shirting. 50 per oent in bud iind bloom, llowers strong and brilliant, foliage nk'i'ly zoned, S4 per 100; "quaotities, mors or less, siiino rates. These are floe plants, clean, healthy and stroDtr, grown in a sunny house hutlt for geraui- ums. G. M MOORE. OCEAN City, N J, ROOTED CUTTINGS OUR SPECIALTY- Vtrbenai. •11 standard named kinds, t!Uc per 100; $5.U0 |»ur 1000. Hellotrop*, H named vurieiies. »1 00 per 100; $H.00 per 1000. PMunias, 24 varieties, $1 2F> per ICO. Salvias, B varieties, ^1 00 per 100. Ageratumt,^ varie- ties. tWc per 100. Coleut, 34 varleiies, Guc per 100; $5.00 per 1000. Alyttum, 81.00 per 100. Express prepaid on all Rooted Cuttings. Satisfaction guaranteed. Cash with order. Write — 8. D. BRANT. CLAV CENTER. KAN. TELEGRAPH CODE OP THH AM. SEED TRADE ASSOCIATION • B.OC7, In eltber itlfforflexlbleooTer. addbiss oBniEUTO AMERICAN FLORIST CO., CHICAQO. WHOLESALE PRIC[ LIST of Cut Flowers. BEAUTIES. Stems, 36 inches, per doz •■ 30 " 24 ' 20 " „ 15 .. .. ,2 " " 6 to Sin. per 100, 16 00 BRIDES and MAIDS J4.00 3.50 3.00 2 00 1.50 ■ 1.00 800 Per ICO fi5 00 to 18 00 METEORS 4.00 to SCO GOLDEN BATE 4.(0 to 8.C0 PERLE 3 00 to 6.00 CARNATIONS i.OO to i.50 fancies... 2 00 to 3.00 VIOLETS, double 40 to 100 single 50 to .75 MIGNOMETTE.perdoz. .35 to .50 l;ALLAS per doz 1.25 to 1.50 HARRISII, per 100 10.00 tO 12 50 VALLEY 2.00 to 3.00 '■ Special 4.00 TULIPS 3 00 to 4.00 DAFFODILS 2.00 to 3 00 ROMANS 200 to 300 PAPER WHITES 200 to 3.00 FREESIAS 200to 3.00 ASPARAGUS PLUMO- SUS, cer string 65 to .75 ASPARAGUS SPREN- GERI. ptr 100 3 00 to 4.00 ADIANTUM 1.00 to 1.50 SMILAX, perdoz 1.75 LEUCOTHOE, per 100.. .75 GALAX, per 1000, $1.00 .15 FERNS, per 1000, |2.00 .25 KENNIGOTT BROS. GO. WHOLESALE COIVIMISSION FLORISTS. 42-44 Randolph St., Chicago. ii rides, Maids and (tolden Gates. 2Viinch stock in (Ine comlilion. f'-S.^ per 100; *IH U'eady for delivery. Roses per 1000. West View Floral Co., KnIgMstown, Pifa^e tmnttonth^Amrncan f-'lnrtst when writing- igo2. The American Florist. 177 Get the 1 ROOTED CARNATION pllTTiyCC Cheap Cuttings are UU I I lllUv Dear at any Price. L A AAA AAAA AAAAAAAAd f ▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼ ▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼ ^ .J, i:N^aM^oi>ij:oaMoiv® OI^ lOOS. Per loo looo aOV. WOLCOTT, (Fisher), white $io $80 ENQUIRER, (Witterstaetter;, light pink 12 100 MRS. E. A. NELSON, (Nelson), glistening pinl<, $2.50 per dozen 10 80 J. H.MANLEY,(Cottageaar.), orangescarlet 12 100 Per 100 Per looo PROSPERITY, variegated $6.00 $50 00 MRS. O. n, BRADT, variegated 3.00 25.00 NORWAY, white 6.00 50.00 LORNA, white 5.00 40.00 WHITE CLOUD, white a. 00 15.00 MRS. T. W. LAWSON, pink 4.50 40.00 MRS. FRANCES JOOST, pink 2.00 12.50 IRENE, pink 5.00 40.00 Per 100 iooo H. FENN, (Cottage Qardens), crimson $12 $100 VIOLA ALLEN, (Cottage Qar.), variegated... 12 100 VIOLANIA, (Cottage Gardens), variegated 12 CRESSBROOK, (Warburton), bright pink 10 80 QAIETY, (Hill), variegated 10 75 Per 100 Per 1000 nORNINQ QLORY, light pink $3.00 $25.00 HARQUIS, light pink 3.00 25.00 MERHAID, light pink 3.00 35.00 GOV ROOSEVELT, crimson 6.00 50.00 QEN. MACEO, crimson 2.00 15.00 ESTELLE, scarlet 6.00 50.00 Q. H. CRANE, scarlet 2.50 20 00 GOLDEN BEAUTY, yellow 8.00 75.00 ELDORADO, yellow a.50 20.00 All of our cuttings are well rooted and free from disease. Let us fieure on your want?. Discounts on large quantities BLOOMS SHIPPED FROM GREENHOUSES TO ALL POINTS ON SHORT NOTICE. SEND IN YOUR ORDERS. Upon application, we will mail our catalogue. J. D. THOMPSON CARNATION CO. The GUARDIAN AN6EL FLORIST, Chicago. PRICB LIST ot Rooted Carnation CultlnKS. NBW AND STANDARD VARIETIBS. The Guardian Angel is the best commercial pink carnation in the market to-day. It is a good keeper; its growth is strong and vigorous; it never bursts and is never otf crop. Received 1st prize at Horticultural Exposition and first-class Certificate of Chicago Florists' Club for best pink. Rooted cuttings, $3.00 per 100, $16.00 per 1000. NEW VARIETIES Per lOO Per 1000 PROSPERITY, white overlaid with pink I6.C0 150.00 QUEEN LOUISE, white 5.00 40.00 BON HOMME RICHARD, white.... 6.03 40.00 IRENE, pink 5.00 40.00 GENERAL LIST FLORA HILL, white 1.25 10.00 WHITE CLOUD, white 1.25 10.00 MRS. LAWSON, pink 4.00 35.00 MARQUIS, pink 1.50 12.00 ESTELLE, scarlet 6 00 50.00 G. H. CRANE, scarlet 2.00 15.00 MRS. BRADT, variegated 2.50 20.00 ARM AZINDY, variegated 1.35 10.00 THE GUARDIAN ANOEX FI.ORI8T, 401 Devon Avenne, Sta. Y. CHICAGO. 50,000 Booted CARNATION CUTTINGS to dispose of yet; all well rooted and free from disease. Per 100 Per 1000 QueenLouise $5,00 $40.00 Flora Hill, Daybreak 1.25 10.00 Crane, America, Crocker 1.50 12.00 Lippincott. Melba 1.25 10.00 Lizzie McGowan 1.25 10.00 White Cloud 1.50 12.OO 5000 BRIDESMAID ROSES, in 2H-inoh pots, $2.00 per 100; SM.CO per 1000. Special prices on large orders. Cash with order. MERCER FLORAL CO.. TieBIVTOIV, IW. J. ♦♦♦♦♦♦♦»♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦»••♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦ NOVELTIES for 1902 Standard Varieties. Yellow GOLDEN BEAUTY: -r^i^roreriJSg DOROTHY WHITNEY::::,Kp^lfiiSS Crimson. UADDV CCmi 12.C0per 100 nAnni rcNn loo.ooper looo 6.00 per lOO 50.CO per 1000 GOV. ROOSEVELT:::: Pink. MRS. E. A. NELSON: CRESSBROOK:::::::::: 10.00 per 100 75 00 per 1000 10.00 per 100 75 00 per 1000 Mno. LAnoUN :::::::::::: 40.00 per looo MORNING GLORY::::::.: 2l|?^]iJ?J WM. ouUIl::::::::::::::.": 12:50 per 1000 Whifes. ALBA::::::::::::::::::-:: LORNA::::::::::::::::::- NORWAY::::::::.:.:.::::: QUEEN LOUISE::::::::: % LIZZIE McGOWAN :::::: ^^^. 12 00 per 103 lOO.CO per 1000 6.00 per 100 50.00 per 1000 6 00 per 100 50.00 per 1030 5.00 per lOO 40.03 per 10O3 100 IOOO Variegated. VIOLA ALLEN STELLA::::::::::::::;::::: VIOLANIA GAIETY ::::::::::::::::: PROSPERITY::::::::::::: MRS. G. M. BRADT... Scarlet. JUoi n. MAnLtT:::::::::ioD:ooper 1000 MRS. POTTER PALMER CHALLENGER:::::::::::::: APOLLO:::::::::::::::::::::: t 1200 per 100 100.00 per IOOO 12.0)per 100 100.00 per IOOO 12.00 per 100 lO.OO per 100 75.00 per 1000 e.OOper 100 50.00 per 1000 3.00 per 100 These prices are for strong rooted cuttings. 12.C0 per 100 100.00 per 1000 10.00 per 100 75.00 per 1000 12.C0per lOO 100.00 per 1000 selected The COTTAGE GARDENS I QUEENS, L. 1. t ♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦»♦♦»♦♦♦♦♦♦»•♦♦»»♦♦»»♦♦♦»»♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦} CARNATION GITTINGS. Marquis, Crane, Maceo, Bradt, Norway and Prosperity. Wliat have you to exchange for them. FRED J. KING, OTTAWA, ILL. ■^ ^V ^"^ ■"*- ^"^ Crimson Rambler |igl 1^1^ 1"^.!*% Climbing Clothilde Ramblers, 3 to 4V4 ft 2H to 3 ft Soupert. well branched.. .$10 per 100 8 per 100 ajiroait., ■■ •• ... s perioo 1^4 to2!4ft., " " ... 6 per 100 Soupert, strong field-grown plants 15 per 100 The Conard & Jones Co, west Grove, Pa. 178 The American Florist. Mar. /, Detroit. TRADE CONTINUES ACTIVE BUT STOCK IS IN GOOD SUPPLY. — BEAUTIES ABOUT THE ONLY SHORTAGE — PLEASURABLE TRIP. The Lenten season is having no appre- ciable effect upon trade, which keeps active in spite of the absence of the usual quota of gay events. The exceptionally fine weather is largely responsible for the favorable condition, it being the incentive to the lovers of flowers to seek the great variety of plants which the early spring days bring. Violets are fine, plentiful, and very much in demand. Beauties have been scarce and not much relief is yet in sight, most growers sup- plying this market beingentirely off crop. There is a better supply of Bridesmaids, Brides and Meteors and of good quality, while the supply of carnations is at present a little in excess of the demand. Bulbous flowers are now quite plentiful and of uniformly excellent quality. There was no meeting of the club last week as the president, vice-president, secretary and other members were absent from the city attending the carnation meeting at Indianapolis. They enjoyed the trip very much and were quite pleased with the proceedings and the grand exhibition of carnations. The side trips to Richmond and New Castle will long be remembered for the great pleasure and especial interest they afforded. The appreciation of Mr. Hill's generous entertainment of the party at his place was manifested by every one present. Geo. A. Rackham, Wm. Dilger, Rob't Klagge, Jno. Carey, Philip Breitmeyer and J. F. Sullivan returned home Friday night, the rest of the party returning Saturday evening. Chas. Kaichen has retired from the Lake View Floral Company. The firm has given up the operation of the leased greenhouses at Brighton, Mich. Miss Gehrke is still in charge of the retail store in the city. Louis Schulte, who for some time was in poor health, died of consumption February 18 and was buried in Mt. Elliot Cemetery. Gus. Knoch, ot Woodmere, has the extensive decoration of the big depart- ment store opening of Pardridge & Black- well Avery Rackham left Sunday night for Summit, N. J., where he will enter the employ of Jno. N. May. J. F. Sullivan will attend the meeting of the directors of the S. A. F. at Ashe- ville, N. C, March 4. Miss Anna J. Schulte has the flower booth at the automobile show at Light Guard Armory. Visitors: Rob't Greenlaw, Boston; Jas. McHutchinson, New York; M. Van Zan- ten, Holland; Wm. Dykes, New York; Geo. A. Heinl, Toledo; Paul Berkowitz, Philadelphia; Dan'l B. Long, Buffalo. J. F. S. ELECTROS^ 4 il o For Catalogue Purposes. % WE have a large assortment of strictly high-class halftones of which we can supply electros suitable for catalogue Illustration. If you need anything in this way, state your re- quirements and we will submit f roofs of the illustrations in stock Price for cash only 16 cents per square Inch. THE AMERICAN FLORIST CO., 324 Dearborn St.. CHICAGO. 0TmimTmmTTmmTTmTmmTTmTmmTTTmmmmnmTTmfTmmnmmmmiTmmna I TiieSBHsalianal New Bise tar 1902. I MRS. OLIVER AMES. E For description, prices, etc , see advertisement P in this Paper, January 4th issue. E What the leading Retail Florists of the different cities say of this Rose: e J- H. Small & Sons, New Torh City, under ^ate of Dec. 6tli, write: E DEAR MR. MAY:— R.'garding the rose Mrs. Oliver Ames, of which we have fe bad cut blooms from you, we desire to say that we think very highly of it. The E shade of color is most delightful; nothing better could be desired in stem or foliage E and as to its keeping qualities we can hardly say enough. Those we had from you fc Dec. 1st are still good. Yours very truly, J. H. SMALL & SONS. I Chrysanthemums E Some New European varieties of sterling merit, the stock of which 3 c WE control for the American Market, and also all the cream of last \ fe year's new European varieties, and all the new American varieties of | I this season's introduction; for those contemplating growing for the 3 c shows next fall the above will prove winners I CARNATIONS. I All the NEW and STANDARD Varieties | My Catalogue fully describing the above will be mailed to those not having received it, by sending a postal card to I JOHN N. MAY, SUMMIT, N. J. I f^itiiHiniiiiiimmtiiiiitmtitiiiiiiiiUiimtiiitiiuuiiuiiituiiiiimitHiititimniuiiiiuin? THE GRANDEST NEW FORCING ROSE Souvenir de Pierre Ming The Best, The rinest, The Most free Blooming BY THE RAISERS of all Forcing ROSES, color deep yellow; will be distributed for the first time April, J 902 SOUPERT & NOTTING. ROSE GROWERS. x^iJ:x::i^A(i:boui p^r^ivivars. 2W-'n. pots. Per lOO Per 1000 BRIDESMAID $3.00 $25.00 BRIDH 3.00 25.00 KAISERIN 3.00 25.03 2V4-in. pots. Per 100 PERLE $3.03 GOLDEN GATE 3.00 Per lOOO $25.00 25.00 ROOTED ROSE CUTTINGS. Per ICO Per ICOO UOLDENQATE $160 PERLE 1.50 $1260 12.50 Per 100 Per 1C03 BRIDESMAID $160 $r;.50 BRIDE 1.60 13.60 AH Plants and Rooted Cuttings sold under express conditions that if not satisfactory when received they are to bs returned immedi- ately, when money will be refunded. ■Write eor prloes oia l^x*g;e qtji.^x:i.t:lt:les. Peter Reinberg,51 Wabash Ave.,Chicago I ^arnation Cuttings... Well rooted, from clean, tiealthy stock, cool grown. Per 100 Per 1000 ROOSEVELT $6.00 $50.00 PROSPERITY 6.00 45.00 NORWAY 4.50 40.00 LAWSON 4.00 35.00 LORNA 3.50 30.00 EGYPT 3.00 25.00 MORNING GLORY 2.50 20.00 WE SOLICIT YOUR ORDERS AND Per 100 Per 1000 CRANE $2.00 $17.60 GENEVIEVE LORD 1.60 12.50 WHITE CLOUD 1.50 12.50 TRIUMPH 1.50 12.50 MME. CHAPMAN 1.26 10.00 FLORA HILL 1.25 10.00 PERU 1.25 10.00 WILL GUARANTEE SATISFACTION. GRAND RAPIDS VIOLET CO., Grand Rapids, Mich. BilBBBBKBa CRESSBROOK. Tlie coining 9'mk Carnation for everybody to grow. Baltimore, Feb. 21, 1901, it scored 94 Points, the highest of any seedling. Cressbrook has never shown disease of any kind and is an extra free bloomer. Size of flowers under ordinary culture, 3 to 3^ inches. Orders will be delivered in rotation on and after Jan. 1, 1902, at the following prices: 12 plants $ 1.50 2S plants 3.00 50 plants 5.00 100 plants 10.00 250 plants $25.00 500 plants 37.50 1000 plants 75.00 "ORIOLE" C. WARBURTON. FALL RIVER, MASS. Cressbrook may be seen growing at THE E. 6. HILL GO'S.. Richmond. Ind., and at WM. NICHOLSON'S. Framlngtiam. Mass. New Scarlet Carnation Sure to become the Standard Scarlet Carnation for florists to grow. The freest and earliest scarlet in cultivation; is always in bloom and a healthy grower. Orders booked now for February delivery. Price $1.50 per dozen; $10.00 per 100 ; $75.00 per 1000. AWARDED QOLD MEDAL AT THE PAN-AMERICAN EXPOSITION. John B. Goetz, Saginaw, sir.! Mich. Pleaif mention the American Floriit when -.vtiling. tgo2. The American Florist. 181 Mrs Palmer Certificated at Indianapolis and elsewhere. Largest, best formed, most proUBo and as Rood a color as any scarlet ever introduced. $13.00 per 100, $100.00 per 1000. Mrs. Higinbotham Certificated at Indianapolis and' elsewhere. We can still book orders for a tew more thousand of ttiis sterling variety, the beat of all light pinks. $12.00 per 100; $t0O.CO per 1000. Chicot Estra large white, beautifully striped in mid- winter, extremely fragrant, finest oonstitution. More profitable than any standard variety on our place last season, and is doing even better now. $6.10 per 100; $50.00 per lOOO. Elegant Stock. NOW READY TO SHIP. Per 100 Per BON HOMME, white S4.U0 1000 30.00 WHITECLOUD, " 2.0O 15.00 FLORAHILL, " 200 IS.nO NORWAY, " 5.00 4).00 HOOSIERMAID, " 4.00 30.r0 LAWSON, pink 4 CO 30.00 MARQUIS. •• 2.50 20.00 SUNBKAM, " 300 25.00 IRENE, " 4.00 30.00 CROCKER, " 2.00 15.00 JODST. " 2.00 15.00 MORNING GLOR 7, pink 3.00 35.00 G. LORD " 2.00 1500 CRANE, scarlet , 2.00 15.00 ROOSEVELT, crimson 600 50.00 MACEO, " 2.O0 15.00 GOMEZ, " 2.0O 15.00 BRADT, variegated 2.50 20.00 NYDIA. " 3.00 25.00 OLYMPIA, " , 2.50 20.00 GOLD NDGGET, yellow 3.C0 25.00 PROSPERITY, from soil 5.00 4000 All new varieties at introducer's prices. Chicago Carnation Co. JOLIET. ILL. CARNATIONS Cressbrook (Pink), Mrs. Palmer(Scarlet), Mrs Higinbotham (Pink), Mrs. Nelsor (Pink) , Oriole (Scarlet), Alba (Large White), Stella (Variegated), Dorothy Whitney (Commer- cial Yellow) and Apollo (Scarlet) at in- troducers' prices. Per 100 Estelle, Best Scarlet »S.O0 . Norway, Large White 5.00 . Prosperity, Fancy 6 00 . Queen Louise, White 5.00 . Dorothy, Productive Pink ... 5.00 . Morning Glory, Lt. Pink 2.S0 . Marquis, Largest Pink 2.50 . Fine stock of rooted cuttings of above and twenty-five other kinds. Get our prices on what you need. Per lOOO . >40.00 . 45 00 . 45.00 . 45.00 ,. 45.00 . 20 00 . 20.00 GEO. HANCOCK & SON, GRAND HAVEN. MICH. WANTED, 300 Hermosa Roses in 2 or 2V4-inoh pots. Inhn Rriict ^'^ w- mound st., JUIIII DlUdl, COLUMBUS, OHIO. I pOOTED CUTTINGS Per ICO Per lOCO MRS. POTTER PALMER $12.00 $100.00 MRS. HIGINBOTHAM 12.00 100.00 PROSPERITY 4.0O 30.00 NORWAY SOO 4000 IRENE 3.00 2.i.00 MRS. LAWSON 3.00 26 00 MARQUIS 1.25 10.00 G.H.CRANE 1.35 10.00 FLORAHILL 1.25 10.00 Per 100 Per 1000 MRS. JOOST $1.00 $6.00 WHITE CLODD 1.25 10.00 EVANSTON 1.00 6 00 MRS. INE 1.25 1000 WM. SCOTT 1.00 6.00 GENEVIEVK LORD 1.25 10.00 ETHELCROCKER 1.25 10.00 GUARDIAN ANGEL 1.25 10.00 ARGYLE '1.00 6.00 AMERICA 1.25 10.00 K»OSE>JS. fSOIS£>^. Per 100 Per 1000 METEOR $150 $12 50 PERLE 1.60 12.50 BRIDE 1.50 12.60 BRIDESMAID... GOLDEN GATE. Per lOO Per 1000 ....$1.50 $12.50 .... 1.50 12.60 I. ieOSE> I»r^iV:N:X» from 2y2-in. pots. Per ICO Per lOOO Per 100 Per lOOO METEOR $300 $5 00 BRIDESMAID $3.00 $25 CO PERLE 3.00 25.01) GOLDENGATE 3 00 !i6.00 BRIDE 300 25.00 KAISERIN 3.00 25 00 The above named stock is clean, well rooted and free from disease, GEO. REINBERQ, Ve^e!" CHICAGO. •} •J •J •i •J •) •J •) •J •J •J •J •J •) •J •) •J •J •J •) •J •J •) •J •J •J •J •J •J •J •) •i •J •J •) » k/tt/«/«/«^/«/« Orders taken for a limited amount of the following: f BRIDES, Rooted Cuttings f 1 50 per lOD; H2.50 per 1033 • MAIDS, " " 1 50 " 12.50 • METEOR, " " 1.50 " 12 50 ^ AMERICAN BEAUTY, 2>^-inch pots f6.00 per 100 « All cuttings to be rooted to order and wood taken from highest 0 grade, strong stock. \ SOUTH PARK FLORAL GO., NEW CASTLE, IND. \ CASvATllON^fwiQS Well Rooted, Clean Healthy Stock. Per 100 Per 1000 PROSPERITY $5.00 $3V00 NORWAY 4.(10 3i.O0 LAWSON 3.E0 30.00 CRANE l.BO 900 AMERICA 1.50 SI.OO Per'lOO Per 1000 FLORA HILL $1.50 $ 9 00 ' WHITE CLOOD 150 9.0O TRIUMPH 1.50 9.00 SPORT (Guardian Angel) 1.50 9.00 MARQUIS l.BO 9.00 QUEEN LOUISE, $4.50 per 100; $40.00 per lODO. All Rooted Cuttings sold under express condition that II not satisfactory when received they are to be returned Immediately, when money will be refunded. WIETOR BROS., "a^e'n'LI^!" CHICAGO. The Three Grandest New Roses PERLE VON G0DESBERG«.7Srm;j FRAl PETER LAMBERT r3'5.^r'?."f?'?3o., IMPROVED PAPA GONTIER, $1.00 each; 100 for $70.00 WILHELM HARTMANN All three are the finest forcing and cutting Roses and will give highest satisfaction to growers and retailers. AH orders will receive best attention. P. LAMBERT. TRIER. GERMANY. PLEASE MENTION US TO OUR ADVERTISERS. 182 The American Florist. Mar. /, St. Lou's. SUN HAS INVIGORATING EFFECT ON PRO- DCCnON. — CUTS INCREASED. — PRICES FALL. — STOCK IN MARKET. — VARIOUS NOTES OF LOCAL INTEREST. The bright and warm weather that we have been haviiig of late is beginning to tell on the market, as the supply of all stock is on the increase and prices are falling. The best roses still bring as high as $8 but other grades are to be had at $3. Some very fine Brides and Brides- maids are to be seen and also a few American Beauties. These are still in very limited supply but prices are reason- able. Some very fancy carnations are being sent in. This market does not seem to be very good for double violets, as very few are sold and these at low prices. Californias have taken their place entirely. These are plentiful and the prices are falling fast. Some very fine sweet peas are bringing from 40 cents to 50 cents per hundred. Bulbous stock, with the exception of Dutch hya- cinths, which bring $.3 and $5, is sold at from $1.50 to $2. Von Sions were some- what of a drug on the market last week. Geo. E. Kessler, the landscape architect of the World's Fair, is back from a two months' trip through Europe and the work of removing and transplanting the large trees will soon begin. His assistant ha* been here some time and has all the trees marked as to their value and the position they are to go to. The contract of moving the large trees has been let to a Detroit firm. E H. Michel had averyfioe decoration at the Columbia Club last week. One quite novel idea was serving strawberries in calla lilies. The pistil was removed and the flower cut short and placed in a small pot with a calla leaf back of it. A. Jablonsky intends to give up his retail store atWellston and work entirely at the. greenhouses. R. J. M. Pennsylvania Horticultural Society. The regular meeting of the Pennsylvania Horticultural Society was held at Horti- sultnral Hall, Philadelphia, on February 18. The final arrangements for the spring show, March 18, were completed, some $500 in cash premiums being pro- vided. The presence of a good orchestra and plenty of advertising ought to make it a success. The exhibits in competition were Primula obconica, cyclamens and hothouse tomatoes, all well grown. The Samuel Bodine prizes for best pair of Primula obonica went to John Thatcher and Ernest Wankler; for best pair of cyclamens to Wm Fowler and Oeo. Robert- son. The Henry F. Michell prizes for hot- house tomatoes went to Robert Forrest and John McCleary. Francis Canning. CARNATIONS Well rooted, c'ean, healthy stock. Early struck cuttings make best plants. lOO Roosevelt. ...«6. 00 Prosperity... 6.00 Lorna 6.00 Norway 5.C0 Irene 5 00 Lawaon 4.00 Marquis 2.&0 M. Glory 2 50 Gomez 2 00 Bradt 2.00 Glacier 2.00 1000 ISO. 00 60 00 50 (JO 40 00 40.00 35.00 20.00 20.00 17.50 17. .50 17.50 Maceo White Cloud Flora Hill. .Toost E. Crocker Ameri<:a.. G. Lord Triumph.. Scott Daybreak . lOO lOCO 12,00 $17..50 1..50 12 60 1.60 L.i-O I. .50 1.50 1.25 1.25 1.00 1.00 12 SO 12..W 12.50 12.50 lO.UO lU.OO 8.00 8.00 250 at 1000 rates; 25 at 100 rates. Cash or CO. D. W. J. & M. S. VESEY, rt. Wayne, Ind. Please mention the American Florist when writing. Carnaiion Cuttings Perfectly Healthy. Propagated From Choice Stock. NOW READY. Queen Louise. Per 100 PROSPERITY $6.00 MRS. THOS. LAWSON 4.00 GOV. ROOSEVELT 6 00 HOOSIER MAID 4.00 IRENE 4.00 NORWAY 4.00 EGYPT 4.00 MRS. BERTRAM LIPPINCOTT.. 3.00 MARQUIS 8.60 MRS. G. M. BRADT 3.00 CHICAGO 3.00 MACEO 2.00 BUTTERCUP 4.00 The Best White Commercial Carnation, $5.00 per Hundred; $40.00 per Thousand. Per 1000 Per 100 Per 1000 150.00 GOMEZ 12.00 35.00 CROCKER 150 tl2.eO 50.00 GENEVIEVE LORD 1.60 12.60 Q. H. CRANE 2.00 16.00 VICTOR 2.00 WM. SCOTT 1.50 12.50 DAYBREAK 1.60 12.50 25.00 ELDORADO 1.60 12.60 20.00 JUBILEE 1.60 12.50 FLORA HILL 1.50 12.60 TRIUMPH 1.60 12.60 PORTIA 1.50 12.60 WHITE CLOUD 1.50 12.60 J. L. DILLON, Bloomsbur^, Fa. CARNATION CUTTINGS. We arc in a position to sup- ply strictly clean, healthy, well rootedCarnation Cuttings. All the novelties and standard sorts. Whatever your wants, let us quote prices before you place an order. We can inter- est you. Also on Violet Plants LADY CAMPBELL violets, sand rooted cuttings, $8 per 1000, SW4NLEV WHITE violets, sand rooted cuttings, $J0 per lOOO. LADY CAMPBELL plants from 2-in. potf, $25 per )000. SWANLEY W HITE plants from 2-in. pots, $30 per J 000. Remember that when it comes to Wire Work we can Discount Any list you ever saw. Our Own included. Write. KENNIGOTT BROS. CO. WHOLESALE COMMISSION FLORISTS. 4244 Randolph St , Chicago. It is not much trouble to mention the AuBsiCAN Plokist whcn correiponding with an advertlKr, HEADQUARTERS'o^EASTERPLANIS BLOOMING EA8TER WEEK I have the largest stock Id Philadelphia; 7 larfre houses and some hot beds, are crowded with them. Secure your supply by ordering now. AZALEA INDICA As I am agent for a targe concern in Belgium and being a large importer of these choice Easter plants, I can sell you these direct at flrsi hand and not through a middleman. Mme. Van der Cruyssen is a rare article this Easter. I was fortun- ate enough to get all this variety in Belgium I wanted and can offer you plants at the following prices: 5-in. pots, 40o to 50c; 6-iu. pots, very bushy and targe, fins shape, 75c to $I.O0; speci- mens 7 and 8-in, pots, $l.'i5 and $1.60 each; extra choice specimens, very large, can't be beat, 9 and 10- in. Dots, $3 50, $1.00, $5.00 each. Other varieties of Azaleas, such as Bernard Andre Alba, (white), also other white, Princess of India, Prof. Woltprs, and other varieties of my own selectioD, 6-in. pots, &0c, 60c, 75o, $1.00 each; larger plants from $1.25 to $1.50 each. Also 5-in. pots. 40c each. Cineraria — I have an immense quantity, best colors, 5*4 and 6-in. itots, $3.00 to |4.tO per do/. Spiraea Compacta and Florlbunda. perfect jewels, 5H and 6-in. pots. $3.00 to $4.10 per doz Hydrangea Otal^sa, 6-ln. pots. $3.00 to 84 00 per doz.; 7-in. pots, 60c, 753 ana 11.00 each. Begonia. Pres. Carnot, Metallica and other good varieiies, 5H and 6-in. pots. 83.00 to $4.00 per doz. Begonia Vernon, very dne, red, large, 4-in. pots, $1.5j per doz. Other good mixed varieties, 4-in. pots, sl.20 per doz. Daisies, (white). Marguerite. 6H and 6-in. pots, very bushy, $3.00 to $4.00 per doz. Yellow Daisies. 5|^ and 6-in. pots, $3 to $4 per doz. Lilium Harrlsii. raised from Henry F. Micbcli's selected 7-9 bulbs, ($100per lOOO) fine plants, e-iu. pots, from 5 to 10 buds to a plant at the r.te of ICc p r bud. No Lilies sold by themselves— other plants must accompany the order. Dracaena Bruanti, 6-in. pots, 25 Inches high, very fine, 6oc. Dracaena Indivisa, (imported), very large for decoration, 7- in. pots, 75c to $l.(X) each. Hyacinths, my own importation, raised from ttie tliit'St named bulbs, all colors, 4-iD. pots, $10 a luO. Tournesol Tulips. (dou1>Ie red and yellow striped), 3 in a pot, $I.5U per do/., pots. Belle Alliance, (sin<;le), scariet striped. 3 in a pot, $l.75-adoz pots. Daffodils, (Von Sion), 3 in a 5-in. pot, $1.50 to $1.75 jier doz. pots. Azalea Mollis, 6~in. pots, 50c each. CasD with order i>tease. Money can be st>nt safely by postotlU'.e or express money order or bank draft. All goods shipped at purchaser's risk. A few of many references: Henry F. Michell, 1018 Market St., Philadelphia. Thos. Logan, head gardener to \V. L. Elkios, Jr. Ashbourne, Pa. (ieo. Busier, head gardener of the Girard Col- le-^e. Philadelphia, Pa. Wm. Kleinheit /, head gardener to P. A. B. Widener, Ksq., Ogontz. Pa. GODFREY ASCHMANN, Wholesale Croweraud Importer of Pot Plants, 1012 Ontario Street, Philadelphia, Pa. 30 000 Y0UN6 ROSES i^i'-iii^r^^p^^S; Also Rooted Cuttings. Kohes— Meteors, Brides, Maids. Kfiiserins, Perles, Am. Beauties. Liberty, Golden (Jat''. La France. Belle Slebrecht. Wo believe in shifting Young Roses. All stock offered tn 2M-in. pots has been shifted from 2-in. and is equal to most stock advertised as 8-ln. and when we send It out is well established. Tbo above are now ready to go out and— as we need room— we will make special prices In quantity. Send us a list of what vou w/int and wti will give you our ilgures. Henil $1.00 for samples. Writ*' GEO. A. KUHL. PEKIN. ILL. Ptease mention the American Florist when writing. igo2. The American Florist. 183 ROOTED CUTTINGS Of Carnations and Roses. An Clean, Healthy Stock, Qrown Cool. CARNATIONS. PINK VARIETIES. Per 100 Per 1000 MRS. LAWSOX J4.00 $3rOO MARQUIS 3.00 25.00 MORNING GLORY 8.00 2H.i'0 ETHEL CROCKER 2.00 12.50 MRS. F. JOOST 1.60 12.50 WHITE VARIETIES. NORWAY 5.00 40.00 WBITE CLOUD 1.60 12.50 FLORA HILL 1.50 12.50 RED VARIETIES. RED MRS. BRADT 2.fO 20.00 G. H. CRANE 2.(10 17 50 AMERICA 2.00 16.00 VARIEGATED VARIETIES. PROSPERITY 6.00 50 00 MRS. BRADT 2.50 20.00 MAROON VARIETIES. GEN. MACEO 1.50 12.50 YELLOW VARIETIES. GOLD NUGGET 3.00 25.00 KOSES. BRIDES.BRIDESMAIDS.METEORS 1.50 12.50 PERLES 2.00 15.00 Orderd for less than 25 of ODe variety charged extra. All plants shipped from Hinsdale. Basseft & Washburn, STORE: 76 WABASH AVE GREENHOU8B8; PlllOlfSfl HINSDALE. ILL. UHlwAUUl COMMISSIONS CARRIED OOT ik LONOON or any part of Great Britain. Messrs. WILLS & SEGAR will attend to any commission from American florists for the supply of Cut Flowers, Birthday Flowers, Bouquets, High Class Floral Designs, etc., to their clients who may be traveling in England. WILLS & SEGAR, S'.1.1t^:thtKV„."." ROYAL EXOTIC Nursery, TsLBeBAus, Onslow Crescent, South Kensington, Plosculo, LoiTDON. LONDON, ENGLAND. The Coming Scarlet Carnation, Absolutely the best and most free flowering Scarlet Carnation ever introduced, large size, splendid color, never bursts, Mowers early and all the time. Certificate R. L Florists' Club; R. L Hort. Society. Price for strong well rooted cuttings ready now, dozen, $2.00; twenty-five, $3; 50. $5; JOG. $10; JOOO, $75, Wjlljani Hoffman. Florist. Pawlucket. R. I. CARNATIONS Rooted Cuttings of all the new 1902 and best standard varieties. &nd for price list. WILLIAM SWAYNE. BOX 226, KENNETT SQUARE. PA. CARNATIONS ROOTED CUTTINGS. EHR'^^^^OCIKEK $10.00 per lOOO HOOSIER MAID $2).00 per 1000 W rite for prices on other leading varieties. POEHLMANN BROS. COMPANY, MORTON CROVE, ILL. flaiu mention the American FlariU when writing. CARNATION CUTTINGS, ROSE CUTTINGS Here you have them. Strong, clean, true to name and right In every respect. Per 100 Per 1000 Mrs. Lawson $4 00 $35.00 Marquis 2.50 20 00 Genevieve Lord 2.00 15.00 Ethel Crocker 2 00 15.00 Flora Hill 1 50 12.50 Gen Gomez 2 50 20 00 Mabel 3.00 25 00 Roosevelt 6.00 50.00 Mrs Jas. Dean 2 00 15.00 Mrs. F, Joost 2.00 15.00 Genesee 1 25 10.00 M. Wood 2 00 15.00 Per 100 Per 1000 J. Young $2.50 $20 00 White Clond 2.00 15.00 Gov. Griggs 2 00 15 00 Albertini 2 00 15 00 Eldorado 1.50 12 50 Victor 1.50 12 50 Triumph 1.50 12 50 Daybreak 150 12 50 Armazindy 150 12 50 Iris Miller 1.25 10.00 Wm Scott 1.25 10 00 Portia 1.00 8.00 ROSE CUTTINGS, EVERY PLSNT SELECTED. Brides, Maids, Meteors and Golden Gates, |1.50 per lOO, $12.50 per lOOO. Roses in 2>^-in. pots; stock and prices right. We are headquarters for Chrysan- themum cuttings. Let us know your wants. Lakeview Rose Gardens, jamestown, n.y. "11 you are still looking for a PROFITABLE" HIGH GRADE White Carnation Don't fail to call and see, or investigate the Gov. Wolcott. Orders booked now will be filled in strict rota- tion, commencing Jan. Ist, 1902, and as fast thereafter as stock is ready. Rooted Cuttings from sand, $10 per 100; $40 per 600; $80 per lOOO. Send P. O. Money Orders on Norwood, Mass. Peter Fisher, Ellis, Mass. Oa.i*xxa.1:ions.« • ROOTED CUTTINGS. PerlOOPerlOCO QUEEN LOUISE f;5.00 LORNA 5.00 G. H CRANE 2 00 MORNING GLORY 2 00 ROOSEVELT 6 00 ETHEL CROCKER 1.50 GENEVIEVE LORD 1.50 DOROTHY 5.00 PROSPERITY 6.C0 MRS. E. A. NELSO.N 10.00 CRESSBROOK 10.00 My stock is in the best of condition Estimates given on large orders. Albert M. Herr, Lancaster, Pa. Wild Rose $40.00 40 00 12.50 15.00 12 50 12 50 40.00 50.00 80.00 75.00 The Most Profitable Light Pinii Carnation Ever Introduced A Beautiful Shade of Light Pinl(. A HEALTHS GROWER AN IDBAt. PLANT Coniinu us Bloomer. $1.50 per 12. SlO per 100 SS5 per 1000. Walter S. Nichol, Barrington R. I. CVI III A A NEW WHITE O I LVIA CARNATION. As a free and conlinu- oua bloomer it beats anything we have ever grown; flowers average 2 V4 to3 inches indiameter. Rooted cuttings now readv, $-^ per 100; J75 per 1000. WOODFALL BROS., Glen Burnie.Md. Please mention the A merican Florist when writing. Well Rooted and Healthy. Per 100 Per 1000 PROSPERITY, white overlaid with pink f6.00 |50 CO GOV. ROOSEVELT, crimson... 6.C0 50.0n QUEEN LOUISE, white 4.00 40.00 bON HOMME RICH \RD, white 4.00 30 CO IRENE, pink 4 00 30 00 TRIUMPH, pink 2 00 15 00 WHITE CLOUD, white 2.00 15.00 THOS. W. L.AWSON, pink 4.ro 35 00 MARQUIS, pink 2 50 20,C0 G. H CR*NE, scarlet 2.00 15.00 AMERICA, scarlet 2 00 15 00 MRS. BRADT, variegated 2 50 20 00 GUARDIAN ANGEL 1.75 15.00 MICHAEL WINANDr, CHICAGO. DEVON AVE. AND NORTH ROBEY. THE MRS. L A. bids fair to become the Commercial standard pink carnation. It is an early, free and continuous bloomer and it is sure to do well wherever grown. Orders booked now for delivery latter part of March. For prices, see AM. Florist, Feb. i5. E. A. NELSON, 3503 N. Senate Ave., INDIANAPOLIS, IKD. California Caraations. Our cuttings are rooted without Are heat and are strong, hardy and weil rooted. They are so far superior in every way to cuttinea rooted by flre heat that they should not be mentioned in the same connection. We guarantee safe arrival and satisfaction. Per 100 Per 1000 QDEEN LOOISE, white $4.00 $30.00 MERMAID, fine salmon pink 3 00 20.00 G. H. CEANE, scarlet 1.50 12.00 MRS. F. JOOST, fine pink... 1.10 8 00 Giant of California Pansy Plants, 50c per ICO: $2.50 per 1, COO. Giant ct California, transplanted plants, $5 per 1000—100 sent at 1000 rates. TERMS CASH WITH ORDER. THE LOOMIS FLORAL CO., LOOMIS, CALIFORNIA. "^lease mention the American Florist when writinjr. 184 The American Florist. Mar. /, CleveUod. VISITORS TO INDIANAPOLIS AND VICINITY HAVE A PLEASURABLE AND PBOFITABLB TRIP. — DISEASE IN THE LILY BULBS — MEETING OF THE CLUB. — TRADE FAIR — STOCK PLENTIFUL. The Cleveland visitors to the carna- tion convention have all returned from their round of sight-seeing and are unan- imous in saying it was a week well spent, proving both profitable and enjoyable. The thanks of the party are extended to their florist friends of Indianapolis for the royal manner in which they were entertained. All hail to the "Injeanny" boys, their hospitality will long be remembered. What a grand convention it was. Such a magnificant display of carnations was never seen before. The stayat-homes missed a treat. It does one good to attend such gatherings, to meet so many familiar faces and to hear opinions expressed by the leading lights of the craft, from which a valuable store of information can be gleaned. Quite a number of the "old guard" were conspic- uous by their absence. What was the matter with the City of Brotherly Love? The home of the first "President of Pinks" was without representation. Just think of it, a city with nearly a mil- lion and a half people without a repre- sentative! Poor, old Philadelphia, wake up, and don't get into the Rip Van Winkle class. The outlook for Easter stock seems promising, the bright weather having helped to push along hydrangeas, lilies and other backward stock. Ramblers promise to be very good, far in advance of former years. Quite a number of dis- eased lilies are to be seen. Longiflorums seem to be worse than Harrisii. It is becoming a serious question, this lily business. One hardly knows what to buy. The agents all promise healthy bulbs, free from disease. But my candid opinion is they don't know what they are talking about. They have got to take the word of the Japs for it, and they, too, are getting "foxy." Itisclaimed by some that strictly healthy bulbs are being sent to this country from the Azore Islands, but as the bulb industry on the Islands is in its infancy, little can be said about it. Business ior the past week has been rather slow. As predicted some time ago, a glut of bulbous stock has devel- oped. Roses are becoming more plenti- ful, quality fine. Smilax is a drug but asparagus is not over plentiful. Single violets are cominginlarge quantities and sell well. There is no oversupply of car- nations yet, good stock selling fairly well. The regular meeting of the Florists' Club was held on Monday evening last, over twenty members being present. D. Livingston was elected a member. Isaac Kennedy gave an account of what he saw and heard at the carnation conven- tion and other places of interest visited. Echo. Nhola, Ia.— J. W. Miller has found business so good that he is increasing his producing capacity fifty per cent. Boston Ferns Fine, strong, young plants, $3.00 per JOG; $27.50 per 1000. Edwin Lonsdale, '^'';.s3t'Hi„. Pa. nreer^s Palms! *^ For RETAILING and DECORATING. GOLD MED All— Fan- American Ezpasition 1901 SILVER cap— Buffalo Florists' Club 1901 CERTIFICATE OF ME EIT- Society of American Florists 1901 The following sizes and varieties will be found of exceptionally good value. ARECA LUTE8CEN8. Inch potB. 3 2 plants in a pot. 4.. ..3 Inches Per high. d"z. .12 to 15..$I.2i .15 to 18.. 3.1.0 KPNTIA BELMOREAINA. Per ino $1000 25.t0 Each Doz. .28 to 30. $1 00 $12.(0 .30 to 36. 2.50 33.00 KENTIA BELMOREANA. Inches Per Per high. doz. lOO 5 leaves 10tol2..$2S0 $2^00 5 to 6 ■' 15 ..4 60 33.00 Eflch. Doi. 24to28..$l35 $15.00 28 to .SO.. l.BO 18 00 6to7 " 30 to 32.. 2.00 2100 6to7 " 34to35..2.E0 30.00 7 " 36 .. 400 48t0 4 plants in a pot, well-furnished. 3Vi feet high, flne plants. $4.00 each, $48.00 doz. KENTIA FOR8TERIANA. Inch Inches Per I'er pots. high. doz. 110 3. ...5 leaves 12to 15..$3.60 $3000 4....Bto8 " 15tol8..450 3V0O .5to6 " 18to2J.. 6.00 50.00 Each. Doz. 28to3)..$1.00 $1300 30 .. 1.25 I50O 30to 35.. 1.50 1800 30 to 36.. 2.00 34 CO " 42 .. 2.50 30.00 " 42 to 48.. 3.00 36.00 to 3 plants in a pot, 3^ to 4 feet high, $4.00 each, $48.00 doz. 6. ...5 to6 6....5to6 7.. ..6 Inch pots, 6.. 7.. PHOENIX CANARIENSI8. Inch Feet Inches high. Each .24 to 38 busby, stocky, plants $1.25 .26to38.... " " 1. 75 .38to3>.... " " 200 8....30to36.... " " 250 For the most complete list of Palms and Decuratlve Stock, as well as all seasonable Florists' Stock, see our current Wholesale List. tubs. high. 13....3!4 to4. 13....4 to4!^. Each .bushy, stocky plants $6.00 . " " 7.60 HENRY A. DREER. 714 CHESTNUT ST PHILADELPHIA, PA. Galax Leaves The ke/van Co 30 W. 29th street the evergreen SPECIALISTS OF N. Y. CITY. FOR EASTER We have the larg- est stock in the West in all sizes; Boston Ferns alao fine Bpecimen plants. Send for sample order. Asparagus Pluinosus and Sprcngeri, Cinerarias, Geraniums, red, pink, white and salmon; alao Rose Geraniums; Pelareoniuma, Petunias, etc., etc. Write us you wants, GEO. A. KUHL. PEKIN. ILL. 100,000 Pansies. The Jonninps' Strain, extra Qne plants, all transplanted, many are (ringed and curled, stron>; plants, $100 per 1000, nxpress; 75c per luO mail. Large plants. $I.W per 100, by express only. Stock the finest. Grown in cool houses. Seed, $1.10 pi-r pkt. Cash. ■. B, JENNINGS^ Look Boi 264. Sonthport, Coim. Grower of tht^ Finest Pansins. ^IfTPALMS for EASTER DECORATIONS PalmH from 10 to 15 feet high, 8 to IS feet spread, at one half their value. Address. F. J. ULBRIGHT, Vil Anniston, Ala. Rooted i-uttint:s. well root- ed. $1 pur 100; $7.50 per luCO. rORGET-ME-NOT, trui' winter flowiTinK, nut of 2H- in. liots, t'J.uU 1II.T inO; $15.tO prr lOlKl. J. C. SCHMIDT, Bristol, Pa. BEGONIfl GLOIRE DE L0RR4IKE, 2>^-lnch pots, $15.00 per 100. Write for prices on lar^'e lots. Stotik guaranteed absolutely free Troni disease. THQM4S ROUND, IMatiant. Mass. SPECIALTIES In Best Varieties ROSESj from 3-inch pots. CARNATIONS, for all delivery, CHRYSANTHEMUMS, SMILAX. VIOLETS. PriwB Low. Send for List. WOOD BROTHERS, Fishkill, N. Y. Piea^e mention thr American Florist when writing. igo2. The American Florist. 185 CANNAS Dormant Roots, I to 3 eyes. Per too Per 1000 Africa S6.00 AUemftuia 3 60 $2J.00 AlphonseBouvier 3.00 Alsace *™ Asia fiW Austria 300 15.00 Beaute de Poitevine 3 50 Blaoli Beauty IS.' 0 Burbank 259 30.00 Captain Dragon 6 00 Chas. Henderson 1 .50 Chevalier Besson 4 00 Cointe de Bouchaud 4.0O Crimson Bedder 3.50 Egandale 4 00 Kxplorateur Crampbel 4.(0 Fair Persian 4.0U Florence Vauphan 4.00 GoldenBeddtr 300 G. St. Hilaire 3.50 Italia 1.50 13.00 J. T. Lovett 3S0 La France 4 0) Leonard Vaughan 8.00 M.Latoroade 3 00 Mile. Berrat 4.fO Mme. Crozy 4.0il Mme. Molin 4.U0 Mme. Monteflore 3.00 15.00 Mme. Sallier «.00 MorningStar 300 15.00 Papa 4.U0 Paul Marquaut 3.53 Philadelphia 5U0 Queen Charlotte 3 50 Robusta 3.00 15.00 Rose Unique 4.00 Secretary Chabanne 4.00 Souv. de Antoine Crozy 5.C0 Mixed, all colors 1.00 8.00 Pot up Cannsg now. Ask tor oar Special Spring Oatatogue. This Oder is made subject to stock being unsold upon receipt of order. BOBBINK & ATKINS, RUTHERFORD^ N. J. Hohenzollern Asters, pure white, delicate rose and crimson, new (Roemer's) last year novelty. Grandest Aster to date. Mammoth size, 7 inches across, double to the center; finest colors. Plants branching, strong stems 18 to 20 inches long, re- sembling a large Japanese chrysanthemum, un- surpassed for cutting or bedding plants, 60 cents per 100; $5.00 per 1000. Queen of the Market, white, pint, scarlet and mixed. Ostrich Feather Aster, white, pink, crimson, extra fine; upright branching asters, outer petals recurved, center petals incurved. Pure White Daybreak, pink, fliry scarlet and lavender. Late Branching or Semple*s, white, rose, pink, lavender, red and mixed. All the above are the best money makers for florists, true to name, assorted to suit. Strong healthv plants from seed bed, 40 cents per 100; 13.00 per 1000. I ottllDO Plante ^"^^^^ Rapids, healthy LtfUUUC rldlUOi plants, 15 cents per 100; $1.00 per 100'. All the above express prepaid for cash with order. DES MOINES PLANT CO., 38th St., Pes Moines, Iowa. Geraniums An assortment of twenty varieties, all good sellers and all correctly labeled. Rooted cut- tings at $ J2 50 per 1000, Not less than 25 of one sort will be given in the same order. JEAN VIAUD and M. De CASTEL- LANE, two exceptionally fine noveltiesfrom 2-inch pots, at $5 per JOO or $30 per 1000. Albert M. Herr, Lancaster, Pa. Rooted Cuttings. Alternanthera. strong, red and yellow, 50c per 100. Coleus. 35 sorts, 75c per 100. Ageratum, Princess Pauline, 50c per 100. Feverfew. 65e per 100. Single Salmon Geraniums. 50c per 100. 2-inch stock for cuttings. Coleus, 25 sorts, Jl.OO per 100. RANDOLPH BROS.P Delavan, III. fUase mention the American Florist when writing. ARECA LUTESCENS. per doz.— 4-in., $3; 5-in. $5; 6-in., $9. KENTIA BELMOREANA, per doz.^in., $4: 5-in., $9; 6-in., $18. KENTIA FORSTERIANA, per doz.— 4-in., $4; 5-in., J9; 6-ln., $15. LATANIA BORBONICA, per doz.— 4-in., $3; 6-in., $3; 6-in., $9; 7 in.. $10; 8-in., %li. FICUS ELASTICA. 6-in.,$9 per doz. ARALIA SIEB0LDI1. 5-in.,$4 per doz.; 6-in., $6 ppr doz. PANOANUS VEITCHII, per doz— 6-ln., $12; 6-in., $18; Sin ,$36. NEPHROLEPIS BOSTONIENSIS, runners, $30 per 1000; 2-in.,$4 per 100; 8-in., $15 per doz. NEPHROLEPIS WITIBOLDII, fine specimens from 8-in. pots, $15 per doz. ASPARAGUS PLUMOSUS NANUS, from seed bench, $25 per lOOO; 2-in., $t per 100: 3 m., $8 per 100. FERNS FOR DISHES, Etc.. $4 per 100. FERN BALLS, well furnished with leaves, $5 per doz. TheGEO-WITTBOLDCO. 1657 Buckingham Pi., Cliicago. >♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦< SHASTA DAISY EVERYBODY ADMIRES THE LATEST FLORAL WONDER. \ ♦ White as the snow which forever caps SHASTA'S LOFTY PEAK. Reckless t in its profusion of bloom. Hardy and happy everywhere. The people's flower. ^ FOR CIRCULARS ADDRESS ♦ Burbank'sCxperimentFarms ; SANTA ROSA, CALIFORNIA. \ OR ANY PROMINENT SEEDSMAN OR FLORIST. X Dahlias Mrs. Winters THE WORLD'S BEST WHITE DAHLIA. Novelties acd stand- ard varieties. ISvrs*. experience and have failed of no prize competed for. See my catalogue before placing your order. Also fine field-grown Hollyhocks at $2.50 per 100. Cannas, Pteonias and Hardy Plants. Cheap mix- tures are dear; get the best. W. W. WILMORE, The Dahlia Specialist, BOX 382. DENVER. COLO, California, We have some choice Hybrid Carnation Seed from La'wson, Crane, Marquis, Cloud and Maceo, JOO seeds 25c. New Giant of California Pansy seeds, very large flowers, trade packet 25c; J oj. $4 Giant of Cali- fornia Pansy Plants, ready to transplant, $2.50 per JCOO. MITTING FLORAL COMPANY, Looms, CALIFORNIA. GHRYSflNTHEMUMS are our SPECIALTY. We also offer a complete list of Carnations, Cannas, Pelargoniums, Etc. Send for Catalogue. Nathan Smith & Son, Adrain, Mich. CANNASi 2, 3 or more eyes, Mme. _ _ _ _ Crozy, A. Bouvier, Phila., Crimson Bedder, M. Boucbaud, Queen Charlotte, P. Marquart, etc., $3.C0 tier lOU; Duke of Marlborough. Black Prince, new, $3.00 per lOO. Finest mixture of all colors, $1.00 per 100. FOR EASTERl CINERARIAS. Benary A C*nnell'8 Prize Strains, 3 in., $8.5U per 100. STOCKS, Ger- man dwarf, wall flower-leaved, blue, white, red, each kind, 3-in., $3.00 per 100. Cash please. Shellroad Greenhouse Co., Grange, Baltimore, Md. 500,000 VERBENAS. 60 finest named varieties, including our NEW MAMMOTH WHITE, "MRS. McKINLEY." The finest white verbena grown; perfectly healthy; free from disease. Rooted cuttings. 6Uo per 100; $5 00 per 1000. Plants, $2.60 per JOO; $20.( 0 per 1000. Our list is the choice of millions of seedlings. Send for circular. J. L. DILLON, BlOOMSBURG, Pa. HOME-GROWN, FINE, CLEAN STOCK; GBOWN COOI,. Write lor Price Liit. J. B. HEISS. The Exotic Murseries. DAYTON, OHIO. Please mention the American Florist when wrtftn^ GERANIUMS. Double Grant, Bruanti, Alphonse Riccard, J.J Harrison, Mme. Thibau'-, John Dovle, Beaute Poitevine, Mme. Jaulin, Qloire de France. La Favorite, S. A. Nutt, Kelway, Frances Perkins, etc., labeled, from 2^-inch pots, $3 per lOO; $35 per 1000. Mixed, my selection, $2.50 per 100; $20 per 1000. PAUL MADER, East Stroudsburp, Pa. Alternantheras strong rooted cnttlDgs, 50 cts per 100. or «4.00 per 1000. DAVIS BROS , MORRISON, ILL. Hease mepiion the American Florist when writing. P. MAJOR and A. NANA 186 The American Florist. Mar. I, Louisville, Ky. RAYNOR PREPARES FOR THE ERECTION OF THE FINEST RANGE IN THE SOOTH. — DETAILS OF THE PLAN. Chas. Raynor has bought the entire plant of the Anchorajie Rose Company, consisting of 32,000 feet of f(lass. He ■will remove the greenhonses to his forty- acre place called Rose View, where he will erect an up-to-date range in every respect. He will use the Garland iron gutter system and, when completed, will have a solid block of 54,000 feet of glass, built in the most substantial manner. The walls of the houses are to be of con- crete and the benches of hollow tiles. A new feature will be a subway through the center and under the block of houses, where the boiler rooms, ice cellars, engine room and coal bins will be located, and where there will be a wagoo-way so that wagons may drive through from one side to the other. The great convenience of such an arrangement is easy to see. The bottom of the subway will be in solid limestone. The rose houses will be heated by a 100 horse-power boiler and the car- nation houses by a fifty horse-power boiler. The glass used is 18x20, double strength. F. Walker & Company, New Albany, Ind., have purchased the glass to erect a rose house 22x300 and will commence as soon as spring opens. H. G. W. Springfield, Mass. TRADE TAKES ON RENEWED ACTIVIIY AFTER A BRIBE LULL.— GOOD STOCK IN MANY LINES.— NOTES. For the first few days in Lent business was poor but now cut flowers of all kinds are in good demand. Funeral work has been exceptionally good and has kept stock from going to waste. All the florists' stores are. showing good stock of flowering plants, cut roses, daf- fodils, tulips and treesias and carnations which are far ahead of former years and sell at from 60 cents to $ 1 per dozen. Callas are plentiful, good and find ready sale. These were not grown here a few years ago, but owing to the Harrisii and longi- flomms being so badly diseased, were taken up again. All stock looks promis- ing for Easter and I think will be on just right. Adams & Sons are busy working up a good stock of bedding plants, which look well, and for which they have a good demand. A. B. HAERENS BROS. '""?£'& Azalea Indica for Fall Delivery, in best sorts, includ- \nz tbe beautiful new Haerensiana, from small plants to lar^e specimens. KENTIAS and other fialms, for spnng and fall, in medium and extra arge sizes; all well grown. Address Sole Agents, August Rolker & Sons, 52 Dey Street. NEW YORK. Orchids! ^ Our Illustrated and Descriptive Cata- logue of Orchids is now ready and may be bad upon application. LAGER & HURRELL, summit, k- j. Orclild Qroweri and Importer!. Boston Ferns for Easter, $50, $25 and A SPECIALTY $20 per 100. Excellent Kentias, 6 in , 3 ft., $1.00 each. Asp. Plum. Nanus, 4-in , $1 25 per doz. R. C. Coleus, mixed, 50c per 100; Ver. and G. B , 75c. per 105. L. n. rOSTER, 45 King St., Dorchester, Mass. CARNATIONS, PALM$,Etc. strong plants, 3!-i-in. pots. Per 100 Prosperity t4.iiO Lorna 4. 00 Qupen Louise 350 California Gold 3 60 Ethel CrDoker 2.fO G. H. Crane 2.OO Joost 2.00 White Cloud ' 2.00 GERANIUMS. Jean Viaud 5.00 Marquis de Custellaine ?.00 In vari*>tv, best bedding S' rts 3.(0 ROSE GERANIUMS, strong 3.S0 CANNAS, all tbe standard varieties, strong roots 3 50 MOONFLOWER. 'pomuja Grandiflora 3r0 PRIMULA FORBESI 3 00 HELIOTROPES, sis varieties 2.0n SELAGINELLA Eiiliana 2.00 FUCHSIAS, in good assortment of varie- ties. 254-iD- pots 3.50 Areca Lutescens, 314-in. pots, Perl'O $3'.0O per IfOO $1.00 Areca Lutescens, 3-iD. pots 8.00 Areca Lutescens, 4-in. pots., 3 plants in & . pot 20.00 Kentia Belmoreana, 3^-in. pots TOO Kentia Bel nioreana. 3 in. pots 15 01 Latania Borbonica, 3H-in. prt.s 3.0O Latania Borbonica. 3 in. pot, $tO per 1000 5 00 Pandanus TTtilis, 2^-in. pots 6.00 I'andanus Utilis, 4 in pots 1.^00 Pandanus Veitchii,4-in. pots, $6.00 perdoz. Per 100 ASPARAfiUS PLUMOSUS. 3H-in .ft.OO ASPARAGUS SPRENGERI. stront.'.3M-in.. 200 ASPARAGUS SPRENGERI, strong. 3-in 8.00 SPIRAEAS. Nana Compacta Aslilboides, Florit^unda and .Taponica at 3.50 AZALFA MOLLIS, fine for Easter Sj.OO TUBEROUS ROOTED BEGONIAS, single, separate colors 3 00 TUBEROUS ROOTED BEGONIAS. doubK, separate colors 6,00 GLOXINIAS 4.0O MStorrs& Harrison Co. PAINESVILLE, OHIO. ROOTED CUTTING LIST NOW READY POR Per 100 Per 1000 SHIPMENT. Marguerites $.75 $ 6.00 Heliotrope, 4 varieties 60 6.0O English Ivy 2.00 18.00 Pyrethrum, double white 1.00 8.00 Acbyranthes, 4 varieties 1.00 8.00 Salvia, 4 varieties 60 5.50 Ageratum, 6 varieties 60 S.OO Alternanthera. 4 varieties 75 6 00 Fuchsias, 3 varieties 1.26 10.00 Abutllons, 12 varieties 2.00 18.00 Coleus, 75 varieties, named 76 6.00 " not named 60 5.00 Versohaffeltii, red 60 4.50 " golden 60 4.50 Per 100 Per 1000 Coleus, Golden Bedder 90 4.60 " Brilliancy 8 00 RnCtOn FprnC strong, bushy, well grown UUSIUII I CI US stock tor Immediate ship- ment. Per 100 Per 1000 2J<-inch pots $2.60 t^.OO 2H-lnch pots 3.00 28.00 3 -inch pots 6.00 ».00 PTERIS TREMULA, 3M-inch pots, per 100, 12.00; 2>4-in. pots, per 100, $3.00; 3-in. pots, per 100, IS. For list of varieties see American Florist of Nov. 9. If wanted by mail add 15o per 100. Sam- ples by mail 25c. "All the above sold on the positive guarantee of their being flrst-class, if not, your money at onoe refunded. JOHN IRVINE & SONS, Bay City, Mich. GERANIUMS Per 100 16 fine varieties, 2}^-inch pots J3,00 16 fine varieties, 3-inch pots 4 00 200 Pelargoniums mixed, 2^-in. pots 3 00 150 Asparagus Plumosus 2-inch pots.. 3.oo 500 Asparagus Sprengerl, 2-inch pots 2.00 Coleus, 13 varieties, 2-inch pots 2.00 VInca Var., 2- inch pots 2.50 Pansy Plants, from seed beds, 1000, |3 .50 CASH OR C. 0. D. J. H. CUNNINGHAM, Delaware. 0. VERBENA KING Rooted Cuttings now ready. Express prepaid. 100 lOUO Verbenas, named, $ .6016.00 Daisies, white and yellow 1. 00 8.00 Heliotrope, 12 var. 1.00 6.00 Smilax. strong pit 1.50 Salvias, 4 bestvars. named. Rooted Cuttings 1.00 8.0D Big Boston and Plumosus in 4 inch pots, write. That cash or C. O. D. C. Hutnleld, Clay Center. Kai. Pkase mention the A merican floriit when writing. FOR 1902 New Geraniums "J. D. Blaele," single, pure wine red. A /.onale of most brilliant and new coloring, a splendid bedder, producing an abundance of large trusses. "James Davidson," single, lavender lilac, a color which has never twfore been approached, shows almost a distinct blue color evenings. Trusses very large, a One novelty. S5o each; 13.00 per dozen. Novelties of former years, assorted and laf>eled, at 16.00 per 100. GYCUMEN GIGANTEUM SEEDLINGS froin the very best German strain obtainable. Transplanted, $2.50 per 100; not transplanted, $1.75 per 100. Cash please. HENRY EICHHOLZ, Waynesboro, Pa. ftease mention the American Florist when writing- AZALEAS.IO to 12-in.. 40 cents each; large plants, .50 cents. CYCLAMENS. 4-in., $8 per ICO; CYCLA- MENS, ."i-in , n.M pir ,lozen. CINERARIAS, 4-in.. .la per 100; CINERARIAS. .''>-in., ,$l r,0 per dozen. HARRISII LILY PLANTS, 10 cents per bud. OBCON- ICA PRIMROSES. 4-li... Jl.OO per dozen All the aliove are Kiianinteeil right for Easter. PANSIES, large trnnspinnled plants, 60o per 100; $3 per ItiOO. WHITTON & BON8. Comar CHy and traan tia., UTIOA. N. Y. Ptease mention the American Florist when ivriting. igo2. The American Florist. 187 SPECIAL ROOTED CUTTINBS GERANIUMS- NOVELTIES; Thos. Meehan, semi-double dark pink: Levi P. Morton, semi-double maroon; Dutch- ess ol Orleans, siugle oriole: Ernest Kellway, semi- double crimson; J. J. Harrison, semi-double scarlet, and Snow Drift, semi-double white; all winners. 12 60 per 100; 122.50 per 1000. STANDARDS; S. A. Nutt, E. G. Hill, Beaute Poitevine, H^rances Perkios. Mme. Jaulin, Mme. Bruant. LaFavorite and Mme. J. M. Garr, $2.00 per 100; $18.00 per 1000. DOUBLE FRINGED PETUNIAS Our superb collection consisting of twelve novelties selected from Henderson's and Dreer's latest sets. Extra Strong Rooted Cuttings, $1.00 per 100; §9 00 per 1000; $4t) per 5000. Henderson's celebrated Sea Foam, $1.50 per 100. Send for our special Gteranium List. Cash witb Order. Satisfaction Guaranteed. Tne W T. Buckley Plant Co., Springfield. Hi. A FEW GOOD THINGS YOU WANT. KENTIA BELMOREANA and FORSTERiANA. spec- ial price to reduce stock. 2^-in., 81: 3-in., 15c: 4-in. 2w: t-io., 5fc 6-in . $1.00. 3, 4, 5-in ARECA LUTESCENS, 2 and 3 ptanis to a pot, same price. These are excllent lot of clean cool grown plants. BOSTON FERNS. 4o, 8c. i5o, 3ac and 6O0 each. DRACAENA INDIVISA, 3, 4 .l-in.. 6c. Ifc, 2dc ORch. CHINESE PRIMULA and CINERARIA fine plants, to close out 3 and 4-in., 4c and 6c each GLADIOLUS BULItS, eood mixture, $I.CO per 1%. GERANIUMS, 2-in., Bonnat, dcubje and single Graut, La Favorit-, s. A. Nut^, Atkinson, Salleroi, $3.C0 per lOO; PoHovine, M. Baroy, Kleber, John Doyle, Jaulin, Riccard, Mrs. E. G. Bill, Perkins, $4.00 per 1(10. CARNATIONS, rooted cuttings, Scott McGowan, Portia. $1.(jO per 100; E. Crocker G. L'-rd. Mar- quis. $1.50 per IfO; Prosp. rity. Lawson, Queen Louise, Floriana. $5.00 per 100; Kittatlnny, white sport from Dajbreak. $3, 00 per 100. ASPARAGUS SPRENGERI, 2-incb, $3.00 per 100; Plumosus, 3-inch, $8.0u per lOO. Cash or C. O. D. GEO. M. EM MANS, NEWTON. N J. B irbank, Henderson, Mme. Crozy, P Vaughan, P. Mi-r- quant, L. E. Bally, A. Bouvier, J. C. Vaughan, E'andale,Souv. de Antoine Crozy in variety, started, $2 .50 oer 100. ALTcRNAnTHERAS c:.6oc,°poltp4id! Pot plants, red. yellow, pink, $3 00 per 100. BOSTON FERN f^(^S^%^. '-"'''■ '"■• Wlttboldll, strong, 4-in., 2jc: 5-in., 50c; 6-in.^ 75c. large bench plants for 10-in. pots, $1.00. Begonias, flowering, in viriety, 2!4-in , 2Ho. Raisella Multlflora and Bieganti8stma,2^-in.4c. Vinca Major, strong, fine runners, 2-in., 3c. Cash. k. J. BtLDWIII, HEWtRK, 0. OANNAS FANCY OH CTCDMO ~Cr^l>IO PER 1000 D.GGeR ^'-^^ GALAX, green or bronze, 75o per 1000. Laurel festooning. 4c. 5c and 6c per yd. Once used, always used for decorating. SPHAGNDM MOSS, etc. '■♦tSB'-ir— '-tX2J Telegraph Office New Salem, Mass. CROWL PERN CO.. P. O. Mllllngton. Masa. DtUCUDCD y°'^ <^^° get our standard Brands nLniLniDLII of Wlld Smilax and other Greens from such people as J, B. Diamud, Chlcan. H. Baytrtdortir ( Co.. Phlla. L. J. Kruhover, N. T. City. Van Sitd Co., Indianapolis. Ed. Rold, Phlladolphla. J. M. MeCullough's Sons, Cbielnnatl, 0. Mlchlgaii Cut Flower Exehanaa, Dotrolt, Mloh. or direct from us. A Full Sttpplt Cokstahtlt on Hand. Caldwell The Woodsman Co. . Evergreen. Ala. Galax Leaves.Etc. ^ " Per 1000 Choice Bronze and Green, medium size ( .50 Choice Bronze and Green, large size 55 Choice Leucothoe Sprays 3.00 Choice Fancy and Dagger Ferns 75 Choice Rhododendron Leaves 50 Rhododendron Leaves for festoonings, 50o per 1000 Largest dealer on earth. Cash with first order. J. N. PRITCHARD, ELK PARK, N. C. HUNT'S GAUZE RIBBONS, "PHANTOM BRAND/' No 3, 35c; No 5, 40c; No 7, 63c; No. 9, 75c; No. 12. 85c; N). 16, glOO; No 22, $120; N ). 40, $140; N ). 60. $1 60; Nj 80. $180; No. 100, S2 00. Nos. 3 and 5. all shades— Green, Red, Am Beauty, etc. Nos 3 to 16 in White, Pink and Lavender. Nos 3 to lOO in f White and Pink. Prices and Qualify very interesting. ; Hunt^s Novel Mattings 2 Fancy Patterns and striking color combinations, $3.00 per dozen Plain Patterns* in coarse and fine weave'! 2.00 per dozen Send for pad of samples and s l^ct just what you want. IE. H. hint, Importer i 76-78 Wabash Ave., CHICAGO. HEADQUARTERS FOR Green Goods Where you never get dis- appointed. We always have the stock on hand and of the best quality. FANCY and TVaivti e DAGGER *Ciril.S, $1,50 per 1000. Discount on large orders. BRILLIANI BRONZE AND GREEN GALAX. 75c per lOOO in 5U00 lots. Satisfaction guaranteed. SELECTED SOUTHERN WILD SMILAX, U and 17 per case. Also LAUREL FESTOONING, good and full, 4c, 5o and 6c per yard. ^^Orders by Mail. Telephone or Telegraph promptly attended to. HENRY M. ROBINSON & CO, 32-34-36 Cou-t Sq.. BOSTON. MASS. IRON RESERVOIR VASES- Lawn Settees Manafactured by McDonald Rros. COLUMBUS, 0. The Largest Manufacturers of these Goods in America. Send for Catalogue Gardeners' Chronicle. A Weekly Illustrated Journal. Established 1841. The GARDENERS' CHRONICLE has been for OVBB Sixty Years the Leading Journal of Its class. It has achieved this position because, while specially devoting itself to supplying the daily requirements of gardeners of all classes, the infor- mation furnished is of such general and perma- nent value that the GARDENERS' CHRONICLE is looked up to as the standard authority on the subjects of which it treats. Subscription to the United States, $4 20 per year. Remittances to be made payable to H. G. COVE. Ophce: — 41 Wellington St., Covent Garden, London, England. 60 LB. CASE SS.OO 35 LB. CASE 4.60 26 LB. CASE 3.60 Galax — Galix — Qalox — Brilliant bronze or green, assorted sizes, SI.OO ptr 1000. Laueothoe Sprays, $1.00 par 100 Fancy Farn, 1.60 par 1000 Daggar Farn, 1.25 par 1000 SMAU 6REEN GALAX FOR VIOLETS, SI. 00 par 1000. Laurel Roping, 6 eft., 8 cts. and 10 cts. per yard. All other green goods in season. WRITE. TELEPHONE OR TELEGRAPH. HARRY A. BINYARD, 38 West 28th Street, Phone, 798-799 Mad. Sq. NEW YORK CITY. L. J. KRESHOVER. (Successor), 110-112 W. 27th street, NEW YORK. Phone 597 Madison Square. •mmmmmmmmfmssmmmmmm FAMCY DAGGER HARnY GUT FERNS rollowing Prices after February 1st: In 1,003 lots $1.25 per 1000 In BOOOlots 1.20 •• In 10,000 lots i.io " In25,0001ot8 1,00 L. B. BRAQUE, Hinsdale, Mass. Please mention the American Florist when wriiing. 188 The American Florist. Mar. I, Minneapolis. BRIGHT WEATHER BRINGS ON CROPS RAP- IDLY. — EVERYTHING PLENTIFUL BUT VIOLETS.— NOTES. The bright, snnny days are making a great sarplus of carnations, and tea roses are coming in by the thousands. This, with the lull in business caused by Lent, will cause prices to take a most decided drop. Bnlboas stock is plentiful, although a brisk demand for Romans has shortened them up somewhat. Vio- lets are scarce, as a good many are throwing them out to plant other stock. Decorations have been few this week, with nothing doing except a heavy funeral trade, making white flowers in demand. The growers now are com- mencing to give more attention to their Harrisii lilies, and from the general out- look everything is promising. Wild smi- lax from the south is quite an expensive article by the time it reaches this market, as the express companies charge on gross weight instead of billing through at the net weight the invoices state. A. T. Shotwell, of Shotwell & Graver, Fargo, N. D.,has been in the city looking after Easter novelties. C. P. R. Pate^son, N. J. NOTHING DOING SINCE THE BIG FIRE.— ALL ENERGIES DEVOTED TO PREPARATIONS FOR REBDILDING.— NOTES. Since the great fire which destroyed almost the whole of the business section of Paterson on February 8, there has been little doing save clearing away the ruins and making preparations for rebuilding. Mrs. A. B. Murray, who formerly conducted the Clear View Green- houses, had a building on the main street burned to the ground. She sold the lot this week tor $100,000. Ed. Sceery was the only florist who suffered by the fire. He lost the front of his store and his stock was badly wrecked. He went to work at once and has the place all fixed up in better shape than ever. He lost about 300 palms and Boston ferns with no insurance, but his stock was insured. While the fire was raging Mr. Sceery had some pieces to make for a funeral. He got some of his stock out and made up the designs in a nearby store, while the firemen were pouring water into his place. Silk City. Bloomington, III — W. T. Hempstead reports a very favorable season, with prospects for a particularly active spring business. Gheensburg, Pa. — The greenhouses of Jos. Thomas, north of town, narrowly escaped destruction by fire on the night of February 20. The night watchman did quick work with the hose and averted ■erious loss. WE NOW OPPBR 44 Chemicals" for making LIQUID COMPOST. Dry powdersall soluble in wator. composts cost less than ' ic p sua™ tlSTEFFEHS "OSTErrEHSBROS n BLACK DEATH ?? (POWDFR) TO EAT THEREOF IS TO DIE. BUG KILLER and FERTILIZER. Three years of imprecedeuted success wherever intro- duced all over the United Slates has proved "BLACK DEA.TH" to be a obeap and absolute annlbilator of all insects, bugs or beetles that prey on vegetation, foliage and flowers. See what Peter Reinberg said in this paper, Feb. 8. Other strong indorsements sent on receipt of postal card. Western Sales Ag:ency» ^35 Franklin St.. Chicago. HANDlfl H, Cnn Mill and Main Office: . n. Diru a sun, east walpole, mass. NEW VORK: 120 Liberty St. CHICAGO: 1434 Monadnook BIdg. WRITE Ac VnUD 1S21-23 N. LIAVITTST,. • Ti KUNni OHIOAQO. ILL.. roB PBioEB or Standard Pots which for'itrength and poroiity oomblned »re the belt on the market Awarded the only flrit- olaii Certificate 01 Merit by the Society of A B er- ioan Floriittat Boiton Aug. 21, 18B0, for.Stand- ard Flower Poti. ifelLLDlN ONG Island (Tty HILADELPHIA Traveling Representative, U. CUTLER RYERSON, 108 Third Ave. Newark. N. J. STANDARD FLOWER POTS ! Packed in small crates, easy to handle. Pots Price per crate Pots Price per crate 1500 2-in., in crate, $4.88 120 7 in., in orate, $4 20 1500 VA •' 5.25 60 8 " 3.00 1500 2V4 " 6-00 48 9 " 3.60 1000 3 " 6.00 48 10 " 4 80 800 3W " 5.80 24 11 " 3 60 500 4 " 4.50 24 12 " 4.80 320 5 " 4 51 12 14 " 4.80 144 6 " 3.16 6 16 " 4.50 Seed pans, same price as pots. Send for price list of cfylinders for Cut Flowers. Hanging Bas- kets, Lawn Vases, etc. 10 per cent off for cash with order. HILFINGER BROS' POTTERY, OR ... FORT BDWARD, N Y. AuaosT RoLKEB A Sons, New York Agents, 52 Dby Stebbt, Nbw Yobk City. PJOTICB TO I^I.OI«I®TS. If you ;ire looking for We have them. Write for |)rices. Ciin ship on three ilirect Railronds. G0LESBUR6 POTTERY CO., Golesburg, la. Please menixon the American Florist when writing Rod Standard Pots. OORREOT SIZE. SUPERIOR QUALITY. Write for price lilt. MILWAUKBB, WIS. 6. fiENNEGKE 60., Standard POX^ Flower... ■ V^ * O If your greenhouses are within 600 milet of the Capitol, write us, we can save you money W. H. ERNEST. 28th and M StreeU. WASHINGTON, D. C. GEO. KELLER & SON, MANlTFACTrRERS OP FLOWER POTS. Heforc buyine write for prii'i-s. 361-363 Herndon Street. near Wru^htwdod Ave., CHICAGO^ ILL. RED POTS SAMPLE POT AND PRICE LIST ON APPLICATION. C. C. POLLWORTH CO., Klk**"'" .U your.. Business Methods are right yon can make a proflt on an adTcrtbement here. '§TAB.l7^ •HEWS^< i(l-.I.Cnr ' "^ fRE' WHY NOT BUT RED P0T5 OF US? [Standard Sizei Quality— No Better. Carefully Packed in Small Crates. Easy to Handle. Price List Free. Syracuse Pottery Co., Syrarus**, N. Y. best pot in Ithe market. FLOWER POTS STANDARD POTS A SPECIALTY List and SAMPLES FREE. SWAHN'S POTTERY MF'G CO., P. 0. Box 78. MINNEAPOLIS. MINN. Please meni:on the American Florist when wfiting. KELLER BROS. ^21315-17-19-21-23 Pearl St., NORRISTOWN, PA. Manufacturers of Standard Flower Pots, red In color, equal to the best on the market; are 16 miles from Philadelphia, best of railroad connec- tions. We give special attention to mail ordert and make gpeciaf sizes to order in quantltiet. A postal will bring prices and discounts. THOSE RED POTS "STANDARDS" FULL SIZE AND WIDE BOTTOMS. BULB PANS AND AZALEA POTS. DETROIT FLOWER POT M'F'Y, HARRY BAL8LEY, OITROIT. MICH.. R.D. 490 Haward St. Hease mention lAe American Florist wheK wriUng. igo2. The American Florist. 191 A New Trade Journal, The cheapest and best advertisine; medium in the Trade is the new "Horticultural Advertiser of America,'" reachine over 5O0O leading nurserymen, seedsmen, florists and dealers every week. Rates only fiOc per inch, front page 75c. cash with order. Every advertisement indexed. The first issue on March 1st will be of especial value to adver- tisers. Send orders now for best space. WALTER H. HARRISON, LA MOTT, PA. ALL Nurserymen, Seodsraenand Florists wishing to do business with Europ*' should send for the "Horticultural Advertiser." Tbis is th»i IJritish Trade Paper, beinj^' read weekly by all the Horticultural iradiTs; it is also taken by over 1000 of the best cootineiital housps. Annual subscription tu covt-r n-ost of postage 7.5c. Money ordi.*rs payable at Lowdham, Notts. Address EDITORS OF THE "H. A." Chilwell Nurseries. LOWDHAM. Notts, England. AmPPlPAfl '^^^V^ ^^ business, /IlllClltail Week days and everyday r ions iS S"°<^V^ ^°^ holidays, ^^ Ari« All over the country, " 'r niUo At home and abroad. The Highest award at the New York Carnation Show was given to a man who has forty-three (43) of our AUTOMATIC VENTILATORS OUR VENTILATORS are at work in the Central Park Conservatories. Prevents Mildew Operates to perfection In oitchy feather. Commercial growers use them largely. The Automatic Ventilator does Its own thinking. Safes all labor. Improves the growth of plants. Especially good for Roses. Will last a life- time and soon pay for themsjiires. The Automatic Ventilator ventilates as necessity requires. The Chadborn Patent Antomatic Ventilator Tor Oreenhooses, and also Temperature Regulator for Radiators. One of our Washington, D. C, pitrons says, under date of Jan. 8, 1902, "I have the finest carnations in Washington." They are equally good for roses. MANUFACTURED BY THE CHADBORN MFG. CO. Broadway and High St., Newburg, N. Y. Our Illustrated Catalogue, Prices, Etc., is yours for the asking. WE VENTIUTED THE NORTH CONSERVATORY AT THE PAN-AMERICAN EXPOSITION AND TOOK THE GOLD MEDAL FRUIT AND FLOWER PLATES Seed Packets and Supplies of all kinds lor NURSERYMEN, FLORISTS and SEEDSMEN SBND FOR PRICE LIST. Stock Cuts, lOo per square inch. Engraving by t,\\ processes. Printing and Lithographing, illustrated Catalogues a specialty. VREDENBURS & CO.. Rochester, N. Y. Adjustable Vase Holders No. 1.— Brass, nickel, 4 feet long, 0 clasps to each rod. Price complete (with green or white tum- blers) I2.2B. Price complete (with green or white oornnoopia vases) I2.B0. No. 2.— Heavy 4 ft. rod brassed and nickeled, with three clasps for S to S- Inoh pots, each, 11.75. EUt's patent rubber capped Flowxb Tvbis, IM-lnoh diameter, per 100, tl.60. lOSEPH KIFT ft SON. 1726 Chestnut SL. Phlla.. Pa. AdjustablePlantStands THE BEST ON THE MARKET. I Stand £1.50; 3 Stands $4 00: 6 Stands %7 50; 12 Stands $14 00. YOU NEED IHLM \\ YOUR BUSINESS. C. B. WHITNAll, MILWAUKEE, WIS. TheHortJcultural Trade Journal THE LARGEST, BRiGHTEST AND BEST Horticultural Trade paper in the British Isles. It contains MORE ADVERTISEMENTS, MORE ILLUSTRATIONS and MORE NEWS than any of Its contemporaries. Read by the whole of the British trade and all the best European houses every week. Annual subscription, 76 cents. Specimen copy post free. Published weekly. HortlcuHural Trada Journal Co., Padlham, Lanes., Eng. I™ Regan Printing House tS CATALOGUES 87-9t Plymooth Place, jt^^ CHICAGO jtjtjt GARDENING For Amateur and Professional Gardeners. The Leading American Joornal of Uorti- cultare Foreign Subscriptions $2.50 per year. Sample Copies Free. THE GARDENING CO. ^iJfoVo^iM.Tu.s.A. 192 The American Florist. Mar. Index to Advertiser*. Advertising rates. .. 164 Allen JK.: 168 American Bose Co . I 11 Amling E C 167 Aschmann Godfrey. 183 Baldwin A J 187 Bassett & Wash- burn 167 183 BaurS Alfred I Bayersdorfer H & Co 189 Beokert W C 189 Benthey & Co 167 Bernheimer Eugene 16j Berninp H G 166 Bird F W & Son....' 190 Bobbink & Atkins. 18o BostonCo- operative Growers Ex 166 Boston Letter Co... 189 Urague L B 187 Brant S D 176 Brill Francis 175 Brod John 18J Bruna H N 167 Brust John 181 Buckley W T Plant Co 187 BudloneJA 167 179 Bunyard HA 187 Burbank Luther 185 Burpee W A I■i^^■tlela Seed Co. 175 Stearns Lumber Co. Ill Steffens Erail 188 Stone Chas D & Co. II StorrsAHarrisonCo. 186 Stryker S D 188 Sutherland G A KiS Suzuki A lida 175 Swahn Pot Mfg Co. 190 Swayne Wm 183 Syracuse Pottery Co 190 Teas E Y .".... 173 Thompson J D Car- nation Co 177 Thorburn J M ACo. 175 Tobacco Warehouse- ing A Trading Co 189 Traendly A Schenck 169 lllbri,-ht F.I 18t ■V'andegriltFBACo.. 173 Vauehan's Seed Store ....170 173 175 179 I Vesey W JAM S.. 183 Viok's Sons Jas.. .. II Vredenburg ACo.. 191 Waban Rose Cons.. I Warburton C 180 Watson Geo C II Weathered's Sons Thos 193 Weber H A Sons.... 180 Weeber A Don II Weiland A Rlsch. . . 167 Welch Bros 168 West View Flo. Co. 176 Whilldin Pot Co.... 190 Whitnall C B 191 Whitton A Sons.... 186 Wietor Bros 181 WilksS Mfg Co.... 191 WillsASegar 183 WiloDoreW W 185 Winandy Michael.. 183 Wittbold QeoCo. ... 185 Wolf A Q A Bro . . IV WoltJohn 167 Wood Bros 184 Wood TWA Sons. . 170 Woodfall Bros 183 Young Jno 169 Young W G 189 Young A Nugent .. . 169 WROUGHT IRON PIPE ^ Good condition, used short time only; new threads and couplings; for Steam, Gas or Water; sizes from H to 12 inch diameter. Oar price per foot on % inch is 3c, on 1 inch 3>iic. Write fnr free catalogue No. *i - CHICAGO HOUSE WRECKING CO., .-^^ W. 36lh unci iron Sl»., CIIU'ACO. ^B^^ Please mention Ihe A met ican Florist when writing GOOD A GENERATION AGO *. Good Todav! Good Always! The WEATHERED BOILER and the principles on wbloh It is construoted have stood the test of yetirg. If you want a reliable heater, there are none as good eb the WEATHERED. Endorsed by hundreds of Flo- rists. Send for descriptive list. Thos. W. Weathered's Sons, 48 MARION ST., NEW YORK CIH. Sprague Smith Co. PLATE AND WINDOW PUSS Greenhouse Glass a Specialty 205 RMdolpk BtTMt, CHICAGO. AND QUU CYPRESS MATERIAL HOTBED SASH. S. JACOBS & SONS. Catalogues and eati- 186&~1373 Flushing Ave., mates furnished. Brooklyn. N, Y. LVANS' IMPROVED V£MmAnMC\ APPAJtAFUS \ -WRITt fOR ILLUSrRATE-D >.A7fll.0CUC gifAKf/t c/rrmcHUfwoMtt. .«--C.*-*^<»- RICHMOND. INft HEATER. Take Notice, Please. I Ye greenhouse owners please take note of the following S advantages offered by the * "Doric" Heater \ Deep, round firepot, with no dead corners; heating sur- faces so arranged as to get the full benefit of the lire : burns any kind of fuel, hard or soft coal, coke or wood; requires no brick setting. Is extremely durable. Does just what a heater ought to do most economically. Don't change or purchase until you examine the "Doric" Heater. GURNEY HEAKR mrC CO., 74 FRANKLIN 8T . BOSTON. 111 FIFTH AVE . NEW YORK CITY. Western Selling Agents. lAMES B. CLOW & SONS, 222-224 Lake St., Cliicago, III. »♦♦♦»♦»♦♦♦»»♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦•»♦♦♦♦»»♦»♦♦♦♦♦♦*♦♦♦♦ GREENHOUSE GLASS I OUM^ S9>EG MALTY* \ LARGE STOCK. ^^ ^ «. «> ^ PROMPT SHIPMENT.^ \n^^ Porelinsced Oil Putty.R)ints,Bnnlie3It(. I3S WRITE rO«. LATEST PRICES. X£ONIA MAGNIFICA. P/EONIA MODELE DE PERFECTION. THREE P/EONIA8 USEFUL TO THE GROWERS FOR OUT FLOWERS. P>EONIA POTTSJI ALBA. adapts itaell to varying conditions, flow- ering equally well in a cool house, palm house or the dwelling. Its natural and evenly branching habit gives it the appearance of having much care bestowed upon its training, and for the greenhouse or window it leaves little to be desired for lasting qualities and freedom of bloom. The flowers are dark pink, almost purple, and disposed in loose panicles on every growth, the season of flowering being from December to March. The feature of its cultivation is root- ing the cuttings in spring, potting into 3-inch pots and planting in the garden, about two feet apart, to be lifted in the autumn and potted into their flowering pots. But being a plant of rapid growth the final size desired must be determined at planting time. Practical experience has shown that spring planting will pro- duce plants large enough for 12-inch or 14-inch pots, but for plants that can be accommodated in 6-inch or 7-inch pots planting out should be deferred until June or July. This, with an occasional hoeing, will give more satisfactory plants than can be secured by pot culture throughout. The question of soil is not important but when established in their flowering pots, manure water is decidedly benefi- cial. This plant possesses many features of merit for the gardener or local florist, its appearance being at once striking and its management as described compara- tively easy. Francis Canning. Boston. TRADE INACTIVE AND STREET MEN MOVING MDCH OF THE RECEIPTS. — GOOD PLANTS SHOWN AT HORTICULTURAL HALL. — NICE WINDOW DISPLAY.— VARIOUS DOINGS OF INTEREST. A very dull and lifeless flower market exists here at the present time; prices have gone all to pieces and it is next to impossible to find a sale for much of the material which is coming in daily. The street men are happy in the opportunity to secure good stock at their own figures and in the warm weather which permits them to expose the goods on their stands, and if it were not for their help the returns for the growers would be far worse than they are. All kinds of mate- rial are abundant but bulbous stock and violets are the most heavily overstocked. At Horticultural Hall, last Saturday James Garthley, gardener for H. H. Rog- ers, showed for the first time in this country Saxifraga sarmentosa tricolor superba and received therefor a silver medal. The plant resembles the well- PERISTROPHE (jUSTICIa) SPEOIOSA. known S. sarmentosa in form but the foliage has a heavier, moie wax-like texture and the coloring of red and white is exceedingly fine, giving the same eflFect as a tricolor geranium, f. E. Rothwell received a certificate of meritfor Cypripe- dium Edmund Rothwell (C. Sallieri Hyeannm X C. Hookerse) and H. H. Hunnewell a silver medal for Odonto- glossum Midgleyanum. Ed. McMulkin has been giving his fellow retail florists an object lesson in window display. Recently his immense show window has been a veritable "sym- phony in yellow." Dafiodils, genistas, tulips, acacias, primroses, yellow pansies and carnations with a judicious use of ribbon and lace of corresponding color were made use of in large quantities, with gorgeous results. At the meeting of the Horticultural Club last week Fred. L. Harris was elected an honorary member. Unfortun- ately, Mr. Harris is at present in very poor health and hisconditionfor the past few weeks is quite serious. The hearing before the legislative com- mittee on metropolitan afiairs, on the question o< placing Boston Common and public grounds under the care of the park commission, will be held at the State House on March 24. Fred. R. Mathigon and W. J. Stewart started on Sunday for Asheville, N. C, to attend the annual meeting of the execu- tive committee of the S. A. F. The executive committeeof theAssocia- tion of New England Park Superintend- ents will meet at the Ouincy House, Bos- ton, on March 27. ~ New York. MARKET IN A SADLY OVERLOADED STATE. —LITTLE RETAIL DEMAND AND GREEKS MASTERS OF THE SITUATION. — TROY FAMILY HAS A TRYING EXPERIENCE. — VARIOUS NOTES. Things are in a most discouraging con- dition this week, from the standpoint of the grower and the wholesale dealer. The daily receipts in all lines of cut flowers are tremendous and the whole- salers are hard pressed to find an outlet for it. Those retailers who are so fortunate as to have any demand just now are in luck and should make money, for they can buy goods at any price they like to offer, and the Greeks are supremely happy, as they realize that they are practically masters of the situation. The quantity of violets coming In is unprecedented, amounting to many 202 The American Florist. Mar. 8, hundreds ol crates daily. The violet growers are belligerent regarding the prices realized but, nevertheless, are very generally inclined to ascertain the price of greenhouse glass with a view to further building this season. J. H. Troy, with his wife and little boy, had a narrow escape on the night after the big snow storm while returning to New Rochelle from Mamaroneck, where they had been visiting some friends. Their sleigh became stuck in a drift and the horse broke away, leaving the party in the deep snow half a mile from the nearest house, to which Mr. Troy had to find his way for assistance. On his return the sleigh was found completely buried in the snow but Mrs. Troy and the little fellow were all right, although it took some days to recover from the effects of the exposure. George Shubert is bringing in some pretty little novelties in the form of tiny ferns in 1 inch flower pots. They sell at sight. Visitors: . H. H. Battles, Philadelphia; Dr. Little, Glens Falls, and F. R. Mathi- son, Boston. The latter in company with Alex. Wallace and Secretary Stewart has gone to the S. A. F. executive meet- ing at Asheville. Chicago. MAHKET EXPERIENCES A PRONODNCED CHANGE FOR THE BETTER. — CUTS REDUCED AND DEMAND INCREASES. — STOCKS WELL CLEANED DP. — PROS- PECTS FOR BASTEH. — NOT VERY MANY FLOWERING PLANTS. — WHOLESALERS ORGANIZE. — THE GREEKS ARE RENTING STORES.— DOINGS OF THE GROWERS.— A VARIETY OF PERSONAL NOTES OF INTEREST. With the change to cool weather stocks shortened up very considerably, the decrease in receipts being particularly noticeable in carnations. At the same time business received a lively impetus through the advent of Prince Henry in the west, and first-class stock has bten well cleaned up this week. The shipping trade has been excellent and local busi- ness good, particularly on Monday, when Prince Henry decorations cleaned up everything which was to be found in the market. There were three very fine dis- plays made for the royal visitor. One was at the First Regiment Armory for a reception and sangerfest on Monday evening. Mrs. Hilmers did the floral part of the work. Forthegreatballgivenat the Auditorium Monday evening, Hauswirth did the banquet room and Friedman the ball room. The work in the supper hall was particularly elaborate, and these may be classed as among the finest decorations ever put up in Chicago. Wienhoeber had the order for the Germania Club decoration for the luncheon given to Prince Henry on Tuesday afternoon and it was a most lavish and well executed affair. Wien- hoeber also made the wreath which Prince Henry laid at the foot of the monument to Abraham Lincoln at Lincoln Park. During the Prince's visit to this city Mrs. Chas. Eickholf, of Galveston, Texas, whose brother is a member of the German Reichstag, was in town and sent the Prince a very handsome laurel wreath. Thecal! for funeral flowers has also been heavy this week and has kept white stock in particularly good demand. There have been large receipts of bulbous material of all classes and Bridesmaid rosea have been a little slow, also lower grade violets, but in general the week has seen a fair market for every- thing of good quality, the only material aflording concern to the wholesalers being the cheaper carnations, which are in fair demand in outside cities but which are very difficult to ship satisfactorily. The consensus of opinion is that there will be very good supplies for Easter, although of course it will be somewhat difficult to so distribute the stock that every one will get just what he wants unless orders are in early. There will be better supplies of carnations than in a number of years past and large quanti- ties of bulbous stock. Tea roses promise to be in fair crop, but even now Beauties are under the demand and there will hardly be enough of them to meet requirements at Easter. The general report is that lilies will be a shortage, not only in Chicago but throughout the country. Sam Pearce is almost the only local grower who reports good success and such growers as Emil Bnettner say that they think lilies ought to run easily 15 cents to 20 cents per white bud for what would be called good stock. In other respects the Easter price-lists are likely to follow very closely those of last year. There is no great variety in the plant stock available for Easter. There are not many lilies but plenty of azaleas, cinerarias, cyclamens and so forth and a few hydrangeas. Ramblers and rhododen- drons. The Chicago Wholesale Cut Flower Association was regularly organized last Tuesday afternoon by the election of F. F. Benthey, chairman; John P. Risch, secre- tary, and E. C. Amling, treasurer. E. B. Pieser and Leonard Kill were appointed to secure a place for the meetings, which will be held regularly every Tuesday afternoon, until further notice. Practi- cally all of the wholesalers are included and many plans are under consideration for the advancement of the interests of the producing end of the business. There are many points upon which concerted action will redound to the profit of the grower and the selling agent and these matters it is proposed to consider in this new organization. The street fakirs are being rigoroush' excluded from the streets but a great many of them hpve already secured locations where they can do business. Several of them have rented very nice stores on short time leases and are handling quite a bit of stock, but in general they want better goods than they handled from their sidewalk baskets. Hugh VfcMichael, who has been grower at the Morton Grove Greenhouses for some time, is en route to Scotland for a three months' visit. He has made a con- tract with Weiland & Risch to return to Chicago June 1 and take charge of the rose growing department of their busi- ness. He is one of the best growers for the Chicago market. Benthey & Co. are at work with the material for their new greenhouses at New Castle. They propose to ruih the building as soon as they can get into the ground and have the new houses planted with Beauties early in May. Kennicott Bros. Company sold the United States government a largeinvoice of violet plants this week for shipment to the Agricultural Department's violet experiment farm near Washington. Bassett & Washburn say there is a constantly growing demand for Pros- perity. It is a splendid shipper. They are selling it now at 8 cents in compari- son with Mrs. Lawson at 3 cents. Jules Tetlow, gardener at the Douglas Monument Park for many years, died February 28. The Guardian Angel Orphan Asylum is building five sections of the Dietsch patent short-roof construction, each bouse being 280 feet long. O. F. Kohl, H. C. Kohl and M. H. Seely have incorporated to do business and give information with regard to freight rates. Mr. and Mrs. 0. P. Bassett are expected home from Palm Beach, Florida, early next week. John Degan,of the McKellar & Winter- son Company, is in New York this week. There is a fine display of cinerarias at the Lincoln Park conservatories. Visitors: Wm. Dittman, New Castle, Ind.; E. F. Lempke, St. Paul, Minn. Philadelphia. CLUB DISCUSSES THE INTRODUCTION OF NEW ROSES. — THE DIFFICULTIES AND THE ETHICS. — GROWERS SAY OPERATION IS EXPENSIVE. — BUSINESS IS POOR BECAUSE OF UNFAVORABLE WEATHER. — BUYERS MAKE PRICES.— VARIOUS NOTES. The committee on essays is to be con- gratulated for the treat with which they served the club at its March meeting, last Tuesday night. In answer to their request John May was present with a vase of his beautiful new rose, Mrs. Oliver Ames, and very valuable papers were sent by Messrs. E. G. Hill, Ernst Asmus and Alexander Scott, for which they received the thanks of the club. The subject was: "Which is the best way to disseminate a new rose that is likely to prove valuable for cut flowers in the winter season?" Mr. May spoke of the expense and difficulties that con- fronted the introducer of a new variety. At least one large house must be filled with the plants to show what it will do and to provide a good lot of cut flowers for exhibition purposes. This has to be run at a loss for one or two years, as if the roses are sold they can be propagated. It should have all the newspaper notoriety it can get. When the time advertised for sending it out arrives a large stock of young plants up to the standard of other kinds should be ready, as nothing is so disappointing to prospective buvers as to receive poor stock or be put off from time to time with excuses. Robert Craig spoke of the introduction of the American Beauty. He said its history was like a romance. A few men went down to Washington in answer to an invitation from Mr. Fields, accom- panied by a few flowers, and were so much pleased with the rose that they bought all the stock at once. In dis- cussing the papers of Messrs. Hill, Asmus and Scott the idea of protecting the introducer of a new variety by some sort of legislation was favorably thought of, if it is feasible. Mr. Battles thought that a new rose could be registered with the secretary of the national society and members of the same held to their honor not to ofler it for sale for a specified time, or if so to be read out of the societv. Mr. Craig liked Mr. Battles' idea and he referred to the moral sentiment which became an unwritten law and thought a plan might be oerfected that would be eflective. Mr Durfee sent a telegram which read: "^'ou are holding a symposium which means feast, while to send out a new rose means famine." It was agreed by those present that it was a well spent evening; may there be many more. Business has been very poor the past week, caused mainly b^- the weather, which has been wretched. Nearly all flowers are now held at buyers' prices. igo2. The American Florist. 203 Special lots of flowers have been sold at very low prices, such as $10 per thousand for dafifodils. Roses are plentiful, extra Beauties going at $6 per dozen and select teas at $10 per hundred. Carna- tions hold up well, $1.50 to $4 being the price. Violets, best doubles, are 50 cents, sweet peas $1 to $1.50 per hundred; my of the valley is $2 to $4, daffodils $2 to $3 and tulips $3 to $4. B. Eschner, of M. Rice & Company, who was called home on account of the death of Mr. Rice's mother, is off on his route again. He reports a good trade. Jacob Becker, who has been very ill, is now, we are glad to say, on the road to recovery. K. Cleveland. TRADE SHOWS AN IMPROVEMENT OVER PRECEDING WEEK. — STOCK SHORTENS UP. — A VIOLENT WIND STORM — STOCK IN GOOD SHAPE FOR EASTER.— JOTTINGS. Business for the past week has shown a decided improvement over the previous one. Several large funerals have called for a good deal of floral work and colder weather has set in, which will have a ten- dency to shorten supplies. Roses and bulb- ous stock have been a decided drug on the market. Carnations were not quite so bad. A violent wind storm passed over Cleveland on the morning of February 27, doing considerable damage to the treei in the parks and some damage to greenhouse property, quite a number having glass blown out and in some cases ventilators uplifted and turned over. Those on the East End suffered most, the west siders not catching the full violence of the storm. The show window of Smith & Fetters' store was broken and a show case damaged. The contents of the store did not suffer to any extent. Adam Graham has a fine lot of hybrid roses which will be about right for Easter. He grows quite a variety of the eld stand-bys, such as Baroness Roths- child, Bonstetten, Eugene Furst, Brunner, Magna Charta and a number of other good sorts, including a selection of the hardy tea varieties. The Magna Charta will average from twelve to twenty flowers per plant. His loss is about forty per cent in lilies. The bedding stock looks fine, house after house of geraniums in 3-inch pots in the pink of condition. It was quite a treat to hear an Impromptu speech by the junior member of the firm, A. H. Graham, on the diver- gence of methods as applied to floricul- ture at the present time. It will be in order to endeavor to have him exploit his views in the shape of an eassy before the club in the near future. A call upon a few of the growers found things in a fairly satisfactory shape for Easter. Rambler roses seem to take the lead as an Easter plant, nearly every grower having a bunch of more or less magnitude, all in good shape and just right for Easter. The same cannot be said of lilies, which, from present indica- tions, promise to be a scarce commodity. The miserable grade of bulbs is in nine cases out of ten to blame. It is very provoking when time and space are given to an article which turns out a fizzle in the end. Casper Aul has the best grown ciner- arias I have seen for some time, nice stocky plants covered with flowers. His stock of azaleas for Easter is good. Much space is devoted to bedding stock, which is in good shape. Mr. Aul is think- ing seriously of adding to his glass area and installing a steam heating plant. G. M. Naumann is cutting some extra fine Princess of Wales violets, which so far have found a ready market. He grows quite a variety of pot roses, which are in fine shape and will be all right for Easter. Some good spirasas were in evi- dence. Mrs. S. E. Lyman, of Coe Ridge, O., owner of the Essex Greenhouses, met with a serious accident last week. While ascending the steps to her house she slipped and fell, breaking her arm and receiving severe internal injuries S. N. Pentecost has a nice lot of Ramb- lers, well trained and well flowered. He, in common with the rest, has good cause to "kick" over the lily trouble. Herman A. Hart was confined to the house for the whole week following his trip to the carnation convention. Visitors: Robt. George, Palnesville, 0.; Ed. Fancourt, representing S. S. Pennock, Philadelphia, Pa. Echo. Indian apolis. SOCIETY HOLDS LIVELY MEETING. — DISCUS- SIONS OF THE CARNATION SHOW.— A BAL- ANCE LEFT IN THE TBEASURY.— OTHER NOTES OF INTEREST. A fair number assembled at a very early hour for themeetingof the State Florists' Society, held March 4. The "boys" evi- dently turned up so early to discussgreen- house building with their friends. Much interest was taken by all present. The meeting opened with a report by Henry Rieman, chairman of the finance com- mittee in charge of the carnation conven- tion matters. Mr. Rieman in former meetings wore the worried expression of the man who has to make both ends meet, but this time he was beaming with satisfaction and said: "Gentlemen, 1 have the pleasure to announce that we were able to carry out our programme to a dot and without a single hitch; also that we have quite a balance on hand for a future occasion." The details of the report were drowned by the boys' cheering. After the report was heard President Haugh discharged the various commit- tees, thanking them for their good work A. Baur read a paper on the carnation exhibit. He said that he considered the exhibition the finest ever held In the world, and he says it swelled his Hoosier pride to notice that one-third at least of the varieties originated in this state. The progress made in carnation culture, the speaker remarked, was made in regard to stem, habit and form, rather than in size of flower. Three and one- half inch carnations were known to exist ten years ago as well as to-day. The show he thinks was a grand thing for the florist trade, as many of the thousands of visitors we had at the hall bought their first flowers there. Mr. Baur suggested that smoking should be prohibited in the exhibition hall as well as in the packing place. The speaker remarked that smoke in a surprisingly short time will kill the fragrance of a flower. A bunch of very fragrant flowers which left his place in a very few hours had changed their fra- grance for the odor of smoke in the exhi- bition hall. In the discussion which followed, Messrs. Haugh and Hartje contradicted him in regard to tobacco smoke, claim- ing that the fragrance very soon leaves flowers after they are cut, and that a man, after being at the exhibition for any length of time, will become insensible to the fragrance of the flowers. The dis- cussion showed that the great Lawson is gaining in popularity. ^ The secretary was instructed to express the thanks of the association to a num- ber of contributors for the kind sup- port they gave the carnation show. Mrs. Larsen has sold her place, and it is now rented by a Mr. Edwards. John Heidenreich is in the market for a new boiler. Irvin Bertermann has been on the sick list. H. J. Meetings of Florists' Clubs. The accompanying list gives the cities in which there are active florists' clubs. Following the name of the club is the place of meeting, the day of meeting, the hour and the name and address of the secretary: Baltimore, Md.— Gardeners' Club of Balti- more, Royal Arcanum building, 18 W. Saratoga street. Second and fourth Mondays of each month, at 8 p. m. John J. Perry, Sec'y, Gay and Eager streets. Boston, Mass.— Gardeners' and Florists* Club of Boston, Horticultural Hall. Meets second Tuesday of each month. W. E- Fischer, Sec'y, 18 Union Terrace, Jamaica Plain, Mass. Brockton, Mass. — Brockton Gardeners' and Florists' Club, store of W. W. Hathaway, Times Building. First and third Tuesday of each month, at 8 p. m. W. W. Hathaway, Sec'y, Brockton, Mass. BirFFADO, N. Y.— Buffalo Florists' Club, 481 Washington street. Second Wednesday of each month, at 8 p. m. Wm. Legg, Sec y, 1440 Dela- ware avenue, Buffalo. CHICAGO, ILL.— Chicago Florists' Club, Handel Hall, 40 Randolph street. Second and fourth Wednesday of each mouth, at 8 p. m. George Wienhoeber, Sec'y, 413 Elm street, Chicago. CiNCDmATi, O.— Cincinnati Florists' Society, Jatjez Elliott Flower Market. Second Saturday of each month, at 8 p. m. Geo. S. Bartlett, Sec'y, 113 East Second street. Cleveland, O. — Cleveland Florists' Club, Progress Hall, 244 Detroit street. Second and fourth Mondays of each month, at 8 p. m. Isaac Kennedy, Sec'y, Woodcliffe, Lake avenue, Cleveland, Denver, Col.— Denver Floral Club, 323 Charles Block. Second and fourth Friday In each month, at 8 p. m. F. T. Rushmore, Sec'y, 2316 Franklin street. Des Moines, Ia.— Des Moines Florists' Club, at various florists' establishments. Last Monday in each month, at 8 p. m. J. T. D. Fulmer, Sec'y 702 Walnut street, Des Moines. Detroit, Mich.— Detroit Florists' Club, Cowie Building, Farran and Gratiot avenue. First and third Wednesday of each month, at 8 p. m. J. F Sullivan, Sec'y, 214 Wooilward avenue. Indianapolis, Ind. — State Florists' Association of Indiana. Commercial Club rooms, India- napolis. First Tuesday of each month, at 8 p. m. R. A. McKeand, Sec'y, Garfield Park, Indianapolis. MILWAUKEE, Wis.— Milwaukee Florists' Bowl- ing Club, Planklnton House. Thursday evenings, at 8 p. m. C C. Pollworth, Sec'y, 137 Oneida street. New York, N. Y.— New York Florists' Club, Elk's Hall, 19 West Twenty-seventh street. Second Monday of each month, at 7:30p. m. John Young, Sec'y, 51 West Twenty-eighth street. New York. Omaha, Neb. — Nebraska and Iowa Florists' Society, Fuller's Hall, Fourteenth and Douglas streets. Second Thursday in each month at 8 p. m. Louis Henderson, Sec'y, 1519 Famam street, Omaha. Philadelphia, Pa.— Florists' Club of Philadel- phia, Horticultural Hall, Broad street above Spruce. First Tuesday of each month, at 8 p. m. Edwin Lonsdale, Sec'y, Wyndmoor, Philadelphia, Pa. PiTTSBURO, PA.— Pittsburg and Allegheny Flo- rists' and Gardeners' Club, at rooms of Pittsburg Cut Flower Co. , 504 Liberty street. Second Thurs- day of each month, at 8 p. m. T. P. Langhans, Sec'y, 504 Liberty street, Pittsburg. Providence, R. I. — Florists' and Gardener's Club of Rhode Island. 96 Westminster street. Providence. Second Thursday in each month, at 8 p. m. Alexander Rennie, Sec'y, 41 Washing- ton street, Providence. RICHMOND, Ind— Richmond Florists' Club, Commercial Club rooms. First and third Fridays of each month. H. C. Chessmann, Sec'y. St. Louis, Mo.— St. Louis Florists' Club, Odd Fellows Hall No. 2, Ninth and Olive streets. Second Thursday of each month, at 3 p. m. Emil Schray, Sec'y, 4101 Pennsylvania avenue, St. Louis. Toronto, Ont.— Toronto Gardeners' and Flo- rists' Association, St. George's Hall, Elm street. Third Tuesday of each month, at 8 p. m. W. C. Jay, Sec'y. 438 Spadina avenue. Utica N. Y.— Utica Florists' Club, 183 Genesee street. First Thursday of each month, at 8 p. m. J. C. Spence', secretary. West Hobokbn, N. J.— North Hudson Florists' Club, store ot H. C. SteinhoS, Hudson boulevard. West Hoboken. First Tuesday of each month, at 8 p. m. Geo. F. Bogge Sec'y 616 Washington street, Hoboken. 204 The American Florist. Mar. 8, f LHilE /AlS!lii>i!©M) IFl!=@l!3t!@ir Seventeenth Year. Subscription, $1.00 a year. To Europe, $2.00. SuDscriptions accepted only from those in the trade. Advertisements on all except cover pages, 10 Cents a Line, Agate; $1.00 per inch. Cash with Order. No Special Position Guaranteed. Discounts are allowed, only on consecutive inser- tions, as follows— 6 tiroes, 5 per cent; 13 times 10 per cent; 26 times, 20 per cent; 52 times, 30 per cent. cover space sold only on yearly contract at 11.00 per inch, net, in the case of the two front pages, regular discounts ap- plying only to the back pages. The Advertising Department of the Ambbican fLOBiBT is for Florists, Seedsmen and Nurserymen tnd dealers in wares pertaining to those lines ont^. Orders for less than one-hall inch space not accepted. Advertisements must reach us by Wednesdaj; to secure insertion in the issue for the following Saturday. Address AMERICAN FLORIST CO., Chicago. The Lenten season appears to be mak- ing small impression on the cut flower trade. The winter resorts of Florida are to the Philadelphia flower market what New Orleans is to Chicago. Our annual Special SpringNnmber will be issued next week. It will be a particu- larly strong advertising medium. Let us have your "copy" early. It may not be amiss to mention that the amateur floriculturist would achieve better results did he not exhaust all his enthusiasm in buying the seeds. Much Practical Help. Ed. Am. Florist :— Enclosed is our renewal of subscription. We simply could not do without your paper, finding in it so many helpful articles and getting so much practical information from each number. Cloverlbaf Greenhouses. Cheshire, Conn. American Carnation Society. DEPARTMEKT OF REGISTRATION. Frederick A. Blake, Rochdale, Mass., registers Bonnie Bride, a pure white of good size, form and calyx. G. M. Naumann, Cleveland, registers Louise Naumann, a deep pink similar in color to its parent. Tidal Wave. It is the result of a cross between Hill, Scott and Tidal Wave, has never bursted a calyx, is a continuous, early and free bloomer, making no surplus growth and is a clean healthy grower. Albert M. Herr, Sec'y. Most Economical Fuel. Ed. Am. Florist:— Being located in Wisconsin, which is the cheaper, hard coal at $7 a ton or soft coal at $5, to heat a greenhouse 16x60 with hot water? How much soft coal will it take to pro- duce the heat of a ton of hard coal? W. L. S. For a small plant it will always be most satisfactory if hard coal is used, and even though the house were several times as large hard coal would be found worth twice as much as a good grade of soft coal, after making allowance for the increased care needed by it, to say nothing of the less satisfactory results. Under large boilers, some of the better grades of soft coal will give nearly if not quite as good results as hard coal, so far as the number of pounds of steam per pound of coal are concerned. L. R. Taft. Most Economical Steam Pressure. Ed. Am. Florist:— In heating green- houses with steam which is preferable, high pressure or low pressure boiler? Would the grading of the pipes be the same in either case? J. E. M. It is always best to carry the steam under low pressure in the coils, and where the boiler is small it will be best to have only a low boiler pressure. In large boilers, and especially if there are a num- ber of houses to be heated, it will give better results if the boiler pressure is from forty to sixty pounds, with the pressure in the coils at five pounds, more or less. The arrangement of the pipes would be the same in both cases. L. R. Taft. Floriculture at St. Louis. Frederic W. Taylor, Acting Chief of the Department of Horticulture of the Loui- siana Purchase Exposition, is addressing the following letter to all florists: This Department desires to hear from the Horists of the counivy as to what they wish to to individ- uully in the way of exliibits at the St. Louis World's Pair. One spocial reason why this iutormalion is necessary ai this time is t.li:it the pro]iur rt-quest for the necessary amount of space mav 1)8 u ade and the preliminary pl.-ins ai-ranged so that as nearly as possible all' exhibitors may have just what iliey wish in the way of area and location. It you have your mind made uji as to what \i>u desire dome, will you kiudly fill out the application blank lam sendinz you returning to n,e atonce. Should you not have your mind made up on the subject, will you not write me stating in an entirely informal way what you would do should ail the conditions be favorable. I think that it is freely admitted that one of the greatest attractions of the Pan American Exposi- tion was its outside flower show. It seems to me entirely reasonable to feel that the best thing ever done in the world should be worked out along that line of exhibits in St. Louis. Will you do your part toward this by favoring this olllce with an early reply indicating not only what you would like to do if conditions are favoraKe, but what mayoecurto you as improvements wnich might be made in that feature. Forcing for Easter Bloom. Ed. Am. Florist:— Last fall I bought some rhododendrons of the forcing var- ieties. I have them in a cold frame out- side, well set with buds. When should they be brought into the greenhouse to bloom for Easter, and at what tempera- ture should they be kept? I also have some Azalea MolHs which I should Uke to flower for Easter. How should I handle them? E. E. The time is rather short for forcing rhododendrons for Easter, and it it to be hoped that "E. E." will have brought the plants in question into heat before this query appears in print. Five to six weeks is not too much time to allow for forcing rhododendrons, the flowers hav- ing more substance and consequently lasting much better when the plants have not been forced too hard. But under the circumstances the best thing to do would be to place the plants in a light greenhouse, where a night temperature of 60° to 65° is maintained, and to syringe them thoroughly twice a day until the buds show color. This is rather a high temperature for rhododendrons of the hardy section and better results may be expected when the plants have been allowed a longer time in a temperature of 50° to 55°. Azalea Mollis does not require so long a period of forcing to bring them into flower, and it is quite likely that these may be brought in sat- isfactorily. A night temperature of 60° and similar treatment in regard to syring- ing to that suggested for the rhododen- drons ought to bring the azales on fast enough to allow a few days in a cold house to harden them ofT before Easter. W. H. Taplin. Best Early and Late Chrysanthemums. Ed. Am. Florist: — Please name the ten best early blooming chrysanthemums of the various colors, also five to ten of the best late bloomers. C. W. E. For the best ten earlies I would select the following: Lady Fitzwygram, white; Marquis de Montmort, pink; Yellow Fitzwygram, yellow; Monrovia, yellow; Ivory, white; Pink Ivory, pink; Glory of Pacific, pink; Soleil d' Octobre, yellow; Yellow Oneen, yellow, and Robert Halli- day. The first four are extra early. The best late bloomers are Mrs. Jerome Jones, Yanoma and W. H. Chadwick, white; Mrs. S. T. Murdock. Superba and Laven- der Queen, pink; Yellow Jones, Golden Wedding and W. H. Lincoln, yellow; Intensity, crimson. C. W. Johnson. To Bum Texas Oil. Ed. Am. Florist:— I am contemplating the use of oil for fuel, under an eighty- five horsepower steam boiler twenty feet long, tour feet in diameter. What will be the cost of equipping the boiler for oil? Coal is $3 per ton and very poor. Will there be an economy in the use of oil in New Mtxico. I am heating two houses 20x100 and one 20x40, ten feet to ridge. There is 1400 feet of I'i-lnch pipe in the large houses and 120 feet of 2-inch pipe in the small house. Fuel is at present costing $20 per month on the average. J. S. B. The cost need not be large, being merely for a tank for storing the oil, piping and valves for carrying oil and steam to be burned and the burner itself. If some of the more simple burners are used and the tank holds no more than five barrels the cost should not be more than $25. The relative value of the oil and coal would be determined by the cost of the oil and the quality of the coal. Oil at 75 cents per barrel is as cheap as a good grade of coal at $3 per ton. If the statement is understood there are less than 700 square feet of radiation in the three houses. For this a fifteen horse- power boiler would be ample, and where fuel is expensive the cost of a small boiler would soon be repaid by the saving in fuel as compared with the expense of run- ning an eighty-five horse-power boiler. Considering the amount of radiation in the houses, the fuel bill is high. L. R. Taft. American Beauty and Robert Scott. Ed. Am. Florist: — I have a bench of Robert Scott roses that have not made much growth since the plants were benched in September. The soil was composted some time before, and was composed of eight parts sod, four parts cow manure and one part sand and lime. I have strived to keep the dav temper- ature about 70° to 75° and at night 60° to 65°. The foliage is apparently healthy and of good color. Please advise me what to do in order to get good growth and bloom. All the other roses in the same house are doing well, with the exception of American Beauty. The latter are sending up long shoots of nearly all blind wood and produce no blooms. How can this he overcome? Any information on this subject through your paper will be favorably accepted. SUIISCRIDBK. To grow Robert Scott successfully with a night temperature of 60° to 65° is, I think, out of the question. Wearegrow- ing several benches of it and find 58° at igo2. The American Florist. 205 night the most heat we can aflFord to give it. The greatest trouble with this beautiful rose is that it will persist in producing buds on every shoot, no matter how small or weak it may be, and the only way to get a fair length of stem to the flowers is to pick off all the buds from the short stems and induce them to make a second growth from where the bud is pinched out. Robert Scott will be more appreciated as a perpetual summer blooming variety than for forcing in winter. Regarding the American Beauty pro- ducing very long shoots nearly all blind, this may be expected from such high night temperature. Reduce this to a maiimnm of 60° at night and give all the air reasonable during the day to harden the growths a little and as the sun gains power they will set buds more freely. John N. May. OBITUARY. THOMAS WELFEB. Thomas Welfer, Sr., of Pittsburg, aged 72, died February 24-, after an illness of three months. He was born in Germany, and came to this country fifty-five years ago, settling in Harrisburg. From there he moved to Pittsburg in 1870, and since that time had been in the florist business. He is survived by Mrs. Welfer, five sons, George, Thomas, William, John and Frank —and three daughters— Miss Kate, Mrs. William Hasley and Mrs. John Sutch. Catalogues Received. The Goulds Manufacturing Company, Seneca Falls, N. Y , sprayers and pumps; D. M. Andrews, Boulder, Col., wild flow- ers; The Acme Chemical Company, Ltd., Tonbridge, Lancashire, England, weed killer; Geo. C. Watson, Philadelphia, seeds; W. Atlee Burpee & Co., Philadel- phia, prize supplement; George B. Moul- der, Smith's Grove, Ky., water lilies; Rennie & Pino, Providence, R. I., whole- sale and retail seeds; Wilhelm Pfitzer, Stuttgart, Germany, seeds and plants; American Blower Company, Detroit, Mich., steam traps; Texas Seed and Flo- ral Company, Dallas, Texas, seeds, plants and bulbs; The Storrs & Harrison Com- pany, Painesville, 0., seeds, plants and trees; John H. Sievers & Co., San Fran- cisco, Cal., carnations; John N. May, Summit, N. J., plants; Frederick W. Kel- sey, New York, trees and shrubs; Web- ster's Nursery, Centralia, 111., trees, plants, seeds, etc.; J. D. Thompson Car- nation Co., Joliet. 111., carnations; Jno. D. Imlay, Zanesville, 0 , seeds and plants; Kohler "& Rudel, Windischleuba-AIten- burg, Germany, wholesale and retail seeds and plants; Vaughan's Seed Store, Chicago, seeds, plants and bulbs; F. San- der & Co., St. Albans, England, orchids; V. Lemoine & Son, Nancy, France, plants; Herbert A. Jackson, Portland, Me., trees and shrubs; T. S. Hubbard Company, Fredonia, N. Y., grape vines and fruit plants; Mrs. Theodosia B. Shep- herd, Ventura-by-the-Sea, Cal., seeds, plants and bulbs; Frank S. Piatt, New Haven, Conn., seeds; California Rose Company, Los Angeles, Cal., roses; T. R. Watson,' Plymouth, Mass., trees and shrubs; Puget Sound Nursery and Seed Co., Seattle, Wash., seeds, plants, bulbs and trees; Plant Seed Company, St. Louis, Mo., seeds; Bobbink & Atkins, Rutherford, N. J. , plants. SITUATIONS, WANTS, TOR SALE. Advertisements under this head will be inserted at the rate of ten cents a line (six words) each insertion. Cash must acoompany order. Plant advs. not admitted under this head. Every paid subscriber to the Ambrican Florist for the year 1902 is entitled to a flve-Une waHT ADV. (situations only) free, to be used at any time during the year. SITUATION WANTED— By experienced single florist and gardener, commercial or private place. Address Competent, Am. Florist. SITUATION WANTED— By German 35 years of age; 19 years' txperience. First-class worker; sobi r. F C, cate American Florist. SITUATION WANTED— By young man, a£e 22, three vears' experience in gnneral greenhouse work. Bostri'ftTences. C. Davis, Belleville, Out. SITUATION WANTED— As foreman or to take ^ '-haTge. Roses, carnations, violets and chrya- anihemums a epecialty. Ready to start March 15. Marri.d; no <*hildi'''n: best reference. Address G L, c;i re American Florist. SITUATION WANTED— As working foreman by practical floiist as grower of roses, carna- tionp, violets, 'mums and gpueral stock, 35 years' experience; age 49; single; Eoelish. G H M. care Jas P. Boyle, Flons', Lyons, N. Y. SITUATION WANTED— By sober industrious young man, 28 years of age; mftrried; 12 jears' experience in cut flowers, ferns, palms and general stork. Best of n^ferences. Northern states preferred. -T A, car-^ American Florist. SITUATION WANTED— By practical llorist and gardener, competent to takt- charge of gentle- man's country place; greenliouses, fruits, vegeta- bles etc. Eightyears on last place; good reference. German; married. Gabdenek, Box 171, Atiica, N. Y. SITUATION WANTED— As foreman by thor- oughly practical florist. Good decorator, designer, etc. Grower of No. 1 roses, carnations and 'mums. First-class commercial or private position. Good wages expected. Address G. Foreman, care P. O. , Canton, O. SITUATION WANTED— As manager or fore- man in an up-to-date place, mid..le age, mar- ried, A. No 1 grower of ro e3 and general stock. The carnation blooms which I grew this season measureil from 3 to 3V4 inches in diameter; good propa-i-itor, designer and decorator, in faet welt up in all branches. Reas'-n for change, place is to be sold. Reference tirst-class. Stale wages. Address B A, care American Florist. ANTED -Second-hacd glass, suitable for sash, 10 inches between bars. W. P. RANfcON, Jun.ticn City, Kan. W' W ANTED— One or two good makers-up, eithe male or ft'male Address American Rose Co , Washington, 1). C. WANTED— Single, experienced youne man to grow greenhouse pliints. AVages $15.00 and beard. T. Lee. Del Monte, Cal. WANTED— A young man with some experience in greenhouse work. State wages with board. M. I. O'Brien. Sharon, Pa. WANTED— Young man with some knowledge of rose growing and greenhouse work. State wages wanted with hoard. R. care Am. Florist. WANTED— First-class decorator and designer: must be of geuilemanly appearance and good address. C. A. Samuelson. 2129 Michigan Ave., Chicago. WANTED— Good truck gardener; married man preferred; permanent p'aca f. r good man. Give references when writing. Addrf^ss FoRKFST's Garden, Washington, Pa. WANTED— Two experienced clerks for Peed store. Must be good counttr u en. Send references stating salary expected and full par- ticulars. B, care American Florist. WANTED — Young man wiih some experience for general greenhouse wor.<, commercial place. Stale age, experience, where Is st employed and wages per month wiih board. Address. GhO. S. Belding, Middletown. N. Y. WANTED— A tt an who understands carnations, 'mums and general greenhouse work. State particulars and wages expected without l)Oflrd. N. ZWEIFEL, Hth St., and Groeling Ave., Milwaukee, Wis. WANTED— Exceptionally expert rose grower for large private establiEhment. U. m l.OO. 3 Also small Green Galax for Violets. I WILD SIV1ILAX, fiO lb. case. $8.00. $1.50. 251b. case 35 lb. case, *3.53. 3 PALM LEAVES, »1. 50 and $?.0I) per lOJ. E a FERN, Fancy, $J.O0 per lOOO. t 3 FERN, Dagger, $1.25 perlOOO. E I L. J. KRESHOVER. | 3 110-112 W. 27th Street, NEW YORK. E I HARRy A. BUNYARD, Mgr., | 3 38 West 28th Street, NEW YORK. E a Telephone, 798-799 Madison Sq. E arfTTTTiTTnnnni»i»nf»i»iTiiiTni»iTniTTT!T»fit HEADQUARTERS FOR Green Goods Where you never ^et dis- appointed. We always have thj stock on hand anl oT the best quality. FANCY and Xlot^Tl e DAGGER JC ex lis, $1.50 per 1000. Discount on large orders. BRILLIANT BRONZE AND GREEN GALAX. 75c per 1000 ID b'jW loLS. Satisfaction guaranteed. SELECTED SOUTHERN WILD SWILAX, S4 and |7 per case. Also LAUREL FESTOONING, good and full, 4c, 5c and 6c per yard. ^T'Orders by Mail. Telephone or Telegraph promptly attended to. HENRY M. ROBINSON & CO , 32-34-36 Cou-t Sq.. BOSTON, MASS. OHOXOBJ LILY Of the VALLEY in large quantities, the finest that is grown, $4 and $5 per lOD. JOHN WOLF, SAVANNAH, QA. Please menttonlhe American Florist wnen writmg. CATTLEYAS $6.00 per Dozen, Roses, Beauty, extra long stems ^.00 24 to 30- in. long stems 3.00 20 " ■■ 2.50 15 " " 2.00 " Short " 1.00 Bride. Bridesmaids 6.003 8 00 Meteor 6.00@ 8.00 Golden Gate 5 CO® 8 00 Carnations 1.00® 2.00 fancy 2.00® 3.00 Violets, double l.OO single 60® 75 Lily of the valley 2.00® 4 00 Adiantum 75® 1 25 Common Ferns per 1000, 12.00 .25 Smilax per dozen, 11,50 Asparagus .per dozen, 7.50@10.00 Narcissus 2.00® 3 00 Roman Hyacinths 2.0 & 3 00 Lil. Harrlsii 15.00(gi20 00 Callas 12.50@15.OO Tulips, all kinds 3 00® 4.00 Tulips, Muri lo, fancy S.OOfei 6.00 Galax Leaves. Green or Bronze, I5c per 100; $1.00 per 1000. Leucothoe Sprays. 75c per 100. Wild Smilax. QUALITY COUNTS— No. 1, 15 lbs., I2.50; No. 2, 20 lbs., 13.25; No. 3, 25 lbs., »3.60: No. 4, 35 lbs., J4; No. 5, 40 lbs., »5; No. 6, 50 lbs., 18. We are the Northern Representatires of CALDWELL THE WOODSMAN CO. WHOLESALE CUT ELOWERS 51 Wabash Ave., CHICAGO. J. B. DEAMUD, Whol^ale ftower/\arK^ MlLWAUKIE, M:ir. 6. Bosss, Beauty, long.per doz. 3.00® 5.00 " " med. " 1.60® 2.00 " " ihort " .50® 1.00 Liberty 6.00®10.00 " Bride, Bridesmaid 6.00® 8.00 " Meteor 6.00® 8.00 " Qolden Qate 6.00® 8.00 " Perle 6.00® 6.00 Oarnationi, ordinary l.OO® 1 50 " fancy 2.00® 2 51 Violets 60® .75 Lily of the valley 4.00 Daffodils 3.00® 4 no Freesias 2.00 Tulips 2.O0® 3.00 Adiantum 75(4 1.00 SmUax '. 18.00@20 00 Atparagni 05.00 Common ferns .25 PiTTBBUBO, Mar. 6. Roiei, Beauty, specials 40. 0C@6O . 00 extraa 20.00030.00 " " No. 1 10.00@15.00 " " No. 2 3.00® 6.00 •' Bride, Brideimaid 3 00@12 00 Meteor 3.00® 4 00 Oaraatloni 1.00® 4.00 Lily of the vaUey 2.00® 4 00 Violets 20® 75 Harrisii lilies 10 00® I. ^i 00 Romans, Paper Whites 1.00® 3.0O Tulips 2.00® 4.00 Sweet Peas l.OCi"' 1 50 SmUai 8.00®12.50 Adiantum 1 00® 1.50 Aiparagtti 60.00®75.00 CiHonniATi, M:ir. 6 Boiei, Beauty 20.00@41.00 " Bride 4.00® 6.00 " Bridesmaid 4.00® 6.00 " Meteor 4 00® 8.00 " Perle 3 00® 4 00 Oarnationi 1 si® 3.0O Violets 50® 1 00 Harrisii lilies 15.00 Lilv of the valley 3.00® 4 00 Daffodils 3.00 Tulips a.COfS! 5.00 Romans, Paper Whites 3.00® 4. UO Asparagus 60.00 BmUai 15. CO Adiantum cuneatum 1.00 Common ferns .20 St. Loma. Mur, 6. Roses, Beauty, short stem t.00@13.50 " " longstems l.i.OU@40.00 " Bride, Bridesmaid 3 00® 6.00 Meteor 3.0O® 6.00 " Golden Gate 3.00® 6.00 Oarnationi, ordinary 100'" 1.25 " choice 1.30:9 2.00 Violets 26^ .75 Sweet peas 2.5® ..51 Callas 6.0.@10.10 Lily of the valley 2.no(a) 4.00 Romans 1 .50M 2. 50 Narcissi 2.b0('« 3 00 Tulips 2.00W 3.O0 limllai IO.0O®15 00 Asparagus Sprengeri 1.00® 1.60 " Plumosui l.OO® 1.60 Frank M. Ellis, WHOLESALE flORIST, 1316 Pine Street, ST. LOUIS, MO. CONSIGNMENTS SOLICITED. H.G.BERNING Wholesale riorlst (322 Pine St., ST. LOUIS, MO. C. A. KUEHN, Wholesale Florist, lias PINE STREET, ^ «T. LOUIS, HO. fTA. complete line of Wire Desirna, .Ltd WHOLESALE FLORISTS. ■^ PIMsburg, Pa. The Cincinnati Cut Flower Co., tm&X\ WHOLESALE FLORISTS. CoDsigDments Solicited. Special Attention Given to Stiipplng Orders. Cut Flower Exchange, WM. DILGER, Manager, WHOLESALE COMMISSION. Full line of Florists' Supplies and Decorations. Special attention to shipping orders. 26 Miami Avenue, DETFtOIT, MICH. RICE BROTHERS WHOLESALE FLORIBTS and FLORAL SUPPLIES. Receivers and Shippers ol Fresh Cut Flowers. Speoiul Blteiiliim lo shippiue unlers. .\ com- nlele liiii' ..r Florists' Tiei.,ls. Send for |irk-9 list. Prompt rdttirns on nil eoiisiL'tinjeiiis, 128 N. Sixth St. MINNEAPOLIS, MINN. igo2. The American Florist. 20T ONLY THREE MORE WEEKS TO EASTER It is time you were thinking of your Cut Flower Supply for Easter, the busiest period of all the year. It is undisputed that we have the best facilities in Chicago for meeting all wants in Cut Flowers. But you needn't take our word for it. Try us now. Then we'll surely get your Easter order; we'll earn it by pleasing you. EX.Amling The Largest, Best Equipped and Most Centrally Located Wholesale Cut Flower House in Chicago. 32-34-36 Randolph St. L. D. PHONES CENTRAL 1999 AND 1977, CHICAGO. PRICE LIST. BEAUTIES. Stems, 30 to 36 in., per doz., $4 00 " 34 " '■ 3 00 " 20 " " 2 00 " 15 " " 1.50 " 12 " " 1 JO " 6 to 8 in. per 100,14.00 6.00 Brides " 4.00 8 00 Maids " 4.00 8 00 Meteors " 3.00 6,00 Golden Gate " 3.00 6 00 Carnations per 1 GO I.iiO a.no " large fancies " 3.C0 4 00 Mignonette per doz., .3i .50 Callaa per doz., 1.25 L.'iO Violets, double per 100, .7> 1.00 single " .50 .60 Sweet Peas " 100 1.60 Va, ley, select " 3.00 4,00 Romans " 2,00 3.00 Tulips " 2.00 4.00 Daffodils " 2.00 3.00 Paper Whites " 2.00 3 00 Freesias " 2.00 3.00 Asparagus plumosus, per Btg, .50 .60 Sprenperi, per lOU, 3 00 4.00 Ferns, per ICOO, $3.00; " .25 Galax, " 1.00; " .15 Leucothce sprays.... *' 1.00 Adiantum " $1.00 1.60 Smilax per doz., 1.50 2.C0 I Prices subject to change without notice J.A.BUDLONG Roses and Carnations A Specialty, c 37-39 Randolph Street, CHICAGO. WHOLESALE GROWER of CUT FLOWERS WEILAHD AND RISCM CHICASO'S RELIABLE Wholesale Growers and Shippers ol CUT FLOWERS. 59 Wabash Ave., Chicago. BEKD TOB WSEKLT FBIGS LIBT. WHOLESALE FLORISTS Bassett&Washburn 76 & 78 Wabash Ave., CHICAGO. Wbolesale Dealers and A..! ClibauikMi* Growers of |f ||l T 1011619 GREENHOUSES: HINSDALE, ILL. Benthey&Co. F. P. BENTHEV, .Manager, Wholesale Commission Florists 31-35 Randolph St.. CHICAGO. l^nConsl^ments solicited FRANK GARLAND, of Cut Flowers Wbol^ale power/\arK?fe Wbolesale Qrower SPECIAL ATTENTION "DSf^l^'IVSi GIVEN TO HARDY CUT -"^ Ja^.K:».X.-». K^ S5'57 WABASH AVENUE, Telephone Central 3284. CHIICA.QO. A. L Randall, WHOLESALE flORIST. 4 Washington Straet, CHICAGO Send for weakly price list and 8]»ecial quotations on 1000 lota. Chzcaso, Mar 7. Roiei, Beauty, 3) to 36-moh stems 24 •■ 20 " " " 15 " 12 " 6to8 " "per 100 4 Bride, Bridesmaid 4 " Meteor ,...3 " Perle 3 " GoldenQate 3 Carnations 1 . Violets Lily of the valley 2. Callas, per doz 1.25@1.50 Tulips 3 Romans, Paper Whites 2 Adiantum 1 Common ferns per 1,000 12 00 Qalax leaves, per 1000 $1.00 Smilaz per dozen 1.25@ 1.50 4 00 300 2 00 1.50 1.00 00@6.00 00@ 8 00 00@ 6.00 00@ 6.00 00@ 6.00 00@ 3.00 76® 1 OJ 00® 4.00 ,00® 4. CO 00® 3.00 00® 1 60 .25 .16 For EASTER Forcing Fine, select LILY OF THE VALLEY PIPS, $1.50 per 100; $12.50 per 1000; $30 per case of 2500. FANCY CUT VALLEY always on hand at market price. H. IV. BRUIV®, I409-I4II W. Madison Street, CIIICAGO, ILL. f^ase mention ihe A rmrtcan Florist when writing. Retailers brant &noe, -,, -, Forest Glen, Chicago, AttfilltlOII ^^^^ Specialists, careful ^"*"*'*'" selectors and packers of Roses, would like 3 more fKSt-class retail florist customers. Have pleased patrons nine years straight. Can and will please you Please mention the A -nerican Florist when writinfr , E. H. Hunt, WHOLESALE Cut flowers THE "OLD RELIABLE," 76 Wabash Ave. CHICAGO. 6E0. REINBERG, 'n'r's:?r.f Cut Flowers Choice American Beauties. We will take care of your orders st reasonable prices. Prompt attention. B1 Wabash Avo., CHICABO, ILL. PETER REINBERG, Grower and Wholesaler of Cat Flowers. eOO^OOO PIET OP QLA8S. Headquarters for American Beauty. 51 Wabash Ave., • CHICABO. ILL JOHN MUNO, Wholesale Grower and Shipper of Cut Flowers Boom 221, 51 Wabash Ave., OHICAeO. Telephone Centbal 3598. All telegraph aad telephone orders given prompt attention. Poehlmaiin Bros. Co. Wholesale Growers of and Dealers in Cut Flowers All telegraph and telephone orders given prompt attention. oO-o/ Obeenhoubes: Randolph Street, Morton Grove, III. CHICAaO, ILL. Mention the American Florist when writing to advertisers on this page. 208 The American Florist, Mar. 8, PLANTS FOR EASTER NOVELTIES IN RIBBONS SAMUEL S. PENNOCK, Wholesale Florist, I6IMS lUDLOW ST.. PHILtDELPHIA, P«. GEO. A. SUTHERLAND, 34 Hawley St., BOSTON. Telephone 1 370 Blaln. BEST BOSTON FLOATERS. AU Supplies. An entire floor Devoted to Stock and Manu- facturing. Distributing Agent for United States for the wonderful LETTER, unequalled for design work. Script, any color, 3V4c a letter. Block letters, IV3C each. The most elaborate design work to order in a few minutes. General Agents : H. BAYERSDORFER & CO.. Philadelphia. REED 81 KELLER. New York City. SpeciaT American'seauty, CITY HALL CUT FLOWER MARKET 9 CHAPMAN PLACE. BOStOH, MaSS. WELCH BROS., Props. Lily of the Valley, Violets* j's'^prov^Jnce street. The best market for Growers who cna ship good Cut Flower stock. J. K. SLLEN, 106 West 28th Street, ur\u unOI/ niTV Telephone 167 Madison S<|. BtTI TUnKUMl. N. F. McCarthy & go. 84 Hawlcy St., BOSTON, ARE RECEIVING ELEGANT ROSES ALL VARIETIES. DON'T YOU WANTSOME? Tel. 734 and Gl Main. Geo. M. Moss, WHOLESALE FLORIST, 32 South 17th Street, PHILADELPHIA, PA. Long Distance 'Phone 1-41-26 D. Consignments ol Roses, Carnations, Violets solicited. N.Y. GUT FLOWER EXCHANGE 404-412 E. 34th St. Near Ferry. Open (or Cat Flower Sales at G o'clock Bvery Olomin^ OE8IRABLE WALL SPACE TO RENT FOR ADVERTISING. JOHN DONALDSON, Secretary. Wbol^ale flower/arkjfe Boston, M:ir. 0. Roiet, Beauty, extra 3j.00@.=i0.00 " " medium 12.00@20.00 " " culls 6.00® S.OO " Bride, Bridesmaid, Meteor. 2 00® 6.00 " extra 8.00@10.00 Carnations 1 OOffl 1 50 fancy 3.00® J 00 Lily of the valley 2.00® 3.00 Violets 30® 60 Harrisii lilies 8 0C@13.00 Freesia 1.0(@ l.SO Narcissus Paper White l.W® 1 59 Yellow 1.5"® 3 00 Roman hyacinths 75® 1 51 Tulips 2 CO® 3 00 Callas 8.C0@10.00 Adiantum 60® 1.00 Smilax 12.00@I6.00 Philasblphu, Jlar 5. Roses, Tea 6.00® 8.00 " extra 10.00@12.00 " Beauty, extra 50.00@65.00 firsts 30.00@40.00 Queen of Edgely, extra 76.00 firsts .... 25 00 Carnations 1.00® 3.00 Lily of the valley 4.00® 5.00 Asparagus 25.00@60.00 Smilax 12.50@1B.OO BniTALO, .Mar. 6. Roses, Beauty 7.00@S.'i.0O " Bride, Bridesmaid, Meteor 6.00®12 50 Carnations 1.60@ 4 00 Violets 60® 1.00 Lily of the valley 3.00® 4.00 Smilax 16.00@20.00 Adiantum 1.00® 1.60 6ive Us a Trial. We Can Please You i''i/fi^vii.<'a!/te>#^ Roses, Carnations and all kinds of Seasonable Flowers in stock. Wholesale Com- mission Florist, 481 Washinston St.. Buffalo. N. V. Dealer in Florists' Supplies and Wire Designs. Open Day and NiRht. WM. F. KISTING, Gut Harrisii Lilies. I am growing the largest batch of lilies in New England. Have over 50,000 Harrisii besides plenty of Japans for Easter. Can supply blooms all the time from now till spring. Can fill orders for any quantityat an hour's notice. H. N. EATON, 'Phone Connection. SO. SUDBURY, MASS. MARKETING lor flowers is a pleasure 11 done at the Headquarters ol he NEW YORK CUT FLOWER GO. Here is the choici'St stock of the mo.^» emirent growers, frosh every nioroiDs and in full variety. Goods selecifd and shipped to any part of tfie cout'lry. Always room fcr growers looking foran outlet fiT good cut IIoutT s1.i.-k. DAILY REPORTS. WEEKLY PAYMENTS. SUISROOMS{»|*Vo:rc?T%':*' Telephones: t a lyrTr r abj/- 2239 Madison Sq. J. A. IV1U,LAIN«J, 2034 Madison Sq. Manahkb EUGENE BERNHEIMER Wholesale Florist, Philadelphia. Phone 14260 A, 1604 Ludlow St., CONSIGNMENTS OF ROSES SOLICITED. AMERICAN nORIST ADS ALWAYS DO BISINESS Week days and every day, Sundays and holidays, ALL OVER THE COINTRY^ AT HOME AND ABROAD. American Beauties. Carnations. Valley. LEO. NIESSEN, Wholesale Florist. N.W.Cor.Fllb8rt&,l3thSt., PililadelphJa. igo2. The a mer ican Fl o r j s t. 209 Note the Smile of Satisfaction U/hon ^^^ consignor reads his returns Prnm Vlllull the buyer opens a box of flowers Fl Ulll I fill y I DlVilAD WHOI.ESAI.E commis- wunn It nAinuii) sion fi.orist. 49 W. 28tli St , NEW YORK, Telephone 1998 Madison Square YOUNG & NUGENT WHOLESALE FLORISTS J|Ew"VoAKf""*' Are shipping the finest Roses, Carnattons, Valley, Orchids, Novelties, in the New York Market. , p^i^^ ^^^ ,„ Applicants. TELEPHONE 20eB MAOISON SQUAffE. Walter r. Sheridan, Wholesale Florist, Talephone 802 Uadlsou Sciaare. 39 West 28th St., NEW YORK. Telephone Nos. 2239 and 2034 Madison Square. MOORE, HENTZ & NASH Wholesale Commission Florists, 65 and 57 West 26th St., NEW YORK CITY. Adjoining New York Cut Flower Co. salesroom. Finest Salesroom in the Trade. Inspection Invited. All business, selling or shipping, strictly commission. wuni c^ai c "'LLIAM GHORMLEY, nniiuioQinii nnijl rAUl r RtCtlVtB and shipper of fresh cut noWERS. DAILY STOCK Of ALL ||ll III III I UU I U ll *' *' IHE CHOICEST VARIETIES FROM BEST GROWERS WHO SHIP TO NEW YORK. WW 111 111 I WW I W II ORCHIDS, ROSES, CARNATIONS, VALLEY. Largest receiver of VIOLETS in America Talaphone 2200 Madison Squara, 67 WEST 28th STREET, NEW YORK CITY. JOHN YOUNG Special American Beauties, Surpassing Carnations, Violets, Lily of the Valley, Orchids, and all Seasonable Flowers. Bl West 28th St., NEW TOKK. Tel. 1905 Madison Sq. THE KECOCNIZED HEADQUARTERS IN NEW YORK CITY FOR Violets and Carnations GROWERS and BUYERS make a note of this. It will be to your advantage. WIVI. H. GUNTHER, 80 West 29tli St., New York. Telephone 551 Madison Square. FRANK MILLANG, CUT FLOWERS, WHOLESALE COMMISSION, 408 E. 34th Street, Cut Flower Exchange. NEW YORK. Telephone S99 Madison Square. ESTABLISHED 1872. JOHN J. PERKINS, COMMISSION FLORIST, Solicits Consignments or Shipping Orders. Satisfaction given in both. Write for Terms. 115 West 30th St., New York. POPULAR WITH THE TRADE. Therefore a profitable place to send your Flowers. M. a. HART'S, 48 West 30th St., New Y ork City. Telephone 325 Madison Square. Choice Carnations. Seiecteil Roses. Traendly & Schenck NEV YORK CITY, 38 W. 28th Street, Cut flower Exchange. New Telephone No. 798 Clara Bedman or Bonfire >4-oz., .50 2.00 SiiverSpot 'a oz., .5) 3.0O Verbenas— J. v^ S. Mammoth iLixed (1200 seeds) large trade pkt.. 2Co; oz.. $1.00. Fresh Smilax Seed— Oz., 25c; lb. *;..=iO. Johnson & Stokes, 217-219 Market St. PHILADELPHIA. PA. On liand for ImmedTate delivery. Gycas Stems, Lilium Auratum, LlllUin AlbUin in rmest quality. SUZUKI &. IIDA. 31 Barcley Street. NEW YORK. The Famous Forage Crop and Soil Improvers. CoW'Peas. WE AKB HEADQUARTERS for those nnd all fiouthorn specialties, inoliidiriK Soja Beans, Velvet Beans, Pearl orCat- tail Millet, Teosinte Bermuda Grass, Ensilage Corn, Spanish Pea- nuts, Chufas, Sorghums, etc. * Write for prices, and our interesting Catalogue giving full Information about these crops. T. W. WOOD & SONS, - Richmond, Va. EXTRA CHOICE FLOWER SEEDS. ^ I XAnt free on application. i II FRED. ROEMER. Seed Grower, II .... OuiMllinlxirg, (jiennany. Please mention the American Florist when wttting. ESTABLISHED 1802 SEEDS have been the standard of excellence for a hundred years, and were awarded the GOLD MEDAL both at the Paris Exposition of lO.O and Pan-American 19^,1. Our Wholesale Price List of Flower Seeds, etc., for Florists, will be mailed on application, and our Trade Price List of Vegetable and Flower Seeds to seed dealers, J.IVI.THORBURN&Ca (Late of IS John StrttO S6 CORTLANDT STREET. NEW VOfOI s w E E T P E A S W E E T PEA FRESH STOCK, 1902. Oz. Lb. Illnnche Burpee, pure white 5 .30 Blanche Ferri*'. pink and white .5 .25 Lady G Harailton, azure blue.. .5 .40 Salonian, brilliant scarlet 5 .23 Mont lllano 20 l.bO Earliest of All B .4ii Lovely B .30 McCuIIoukIi's Premier Mixed.. .5 .36 MUSHROOM SPAWN, Knglish Mlll- traok, Iresh stock, $r \,^'t 100 Ihs. CUT FLOWERS AT WHOLESALE. J.M.McGULLOUGH'SSONS 316 a 318 Walnut St.. CIncinnali. 0. W E E T PEA S W E E T P E A S Please mention the American Florist to our advertisers. igo2. The American Florist. 211 From All Parts. Am. Florist Co.— It is remark- able the amount of orders my two- inch ad. brought me from the Special Number of your paper. Orders came pouring in from all parts of the United States. The American Florist is O. K. W. W. COLES. It Is the Best. Editor Am. Florist— Enclosed find $1 for which please renew my subscription to the American Florist. It is the best paper going. The last Special Spring Number alone was worth the year's subscription. JOHN RODGERS. IT PAYS BEST. ED. AM. FLORIST:— My advertisement in your paper is paying better than in any other paper and bjtter than it ever did bifore. J. N. PR(TCHA.RD, Elk Park. N. C. MR. ADVERTISER: You know the excellence of tlie special issues which are a feature of this journal. You know that it covers the trade, that its readers await these special numbers with keen anticipation, that they are highly prized, kept for months, read and re-read. That's what makes their par- ticular advertising value. The Spring Number for 1902, containing a full report of the American Rose Society's meeting and exhibition at New York, and many special features, will be issued next week, March 15. It will be in every way equal to the best of our splendid special issues. That's enough said. Advertising copy to be in time must reach us by noon on Thursday, March 13. It's to everyone's advantage if you are early. Very truly yours, AMERICAN FLORIST CO. 324 Dearborn St., Chicago, 111. Please Mail Your Adv. Now. 212 The American Florist. Mar. 8. The (Nursery Ts^hde. AM. ASSOCIATION OF NURSERYMEN. R. C. Berckmanb, Pres.; R. J. CoE, Vice-Pres. GsoBes C. Skaseb, Rochester, N. Y., Sec'y. Twenty-seventh annual convention, Milwaukee, Wis., June, 1902. The PbcEaix Nursery Company, of Delavan, Wis., has acquired from F. K. Phoenix the land which has previously been leased for the business of the corpor- ation. G. B. Brackett, pomologist of the U. S Department of Agriculture, says that the Yello w Newton apple is one of the best for export but that it is adapted to only a limited area of our country. Knodle Brothebs., Irving, 111 , say that spring prospects are only fair, the last dry season preventing many from planting thecomingspring. Theybelieve the tendency to be toward overproduc- tion and low prices, a great drawback to the nursery business. Parks of the United Stites. In the report on park census for 1901, just issued by the American Park and Outdoor Art Association, we find the following particulars with reference to the parks of the United States: "Fifty years ago no municipality in the United States had purchased an acre of land for park purposes. Bat by last year's reports from all but eleven of the cities of over 50,000 population, there are 2,360 parks and squares.enumerated, and while the areas given are not as com- plete as the names, the total areas as given amount to 59,7 17 acres at a valua- tion of $531,571,947.00. The yearly expenses for construction purposes were $4,555,213 00 and for maintenance, $4,849,150.00. "We have not completed the reports for cities under 50,000 population, but it is probably within the facts when it is stated that the cities of the United States have 75,000 acres of land in parks and expend $11,000,000 annually in their improve- ment and maintenance. Taken alone these figures are large, yet it is only a small proportion of the cities' expenses. We are living in an age where 'million' is a common word, and are just learning to get used to 'billion.' When we consider that it takes $500,000,000 to run our cities, the $11,000,000 for parks is a small per cent, onlyabout two per cent." New York Horticulturists M;et. The thirteenth annual meeting of the Central New York Horticultural Society was held at Syracuse, February 28 The following officers were re-elected: Presi- dent, Samuel T. Betts; vice-presidents, Rev. William Beauchamp, Co'. A. C. Chase, J. William Smith, L. E Mar- qaisee, E. A. Powell and A. D. Perry; sec- retary, N. H. Chapman; treasurer, David Campbell; members of the executive com- mittee, F. H. Ebeling and John T. Rob- erts; delegates to the rose show to be held in New York on March 11, Samuel T. Betts and David Campbell; alternates. Col. A. C. Chase and J. William Smith. All the elections were unanimous. President S. T. Betts in opening the meeting stated that the society was planning for a chrysanthemum show in 1902 and it looks now as if the project would be a success. The programme for the evening consisted of readings and recitations by Mrs. Evelyn Benedict Ayres, professor in Syracuse University, and addresses upon subjects of interest to growers of flowers. The rooms were tastily decorated with flowers and fruits. Among the decorations were many of a humorous nature, including beribboned beets, carrots, bunches of onions and other vegetables. The president announced that during the next two months the society would hold fortnightly meetings. He also spoke of the usual custom of the society sending a gift of flowers to Mrs. Olive Cleveland, of Lafayette, who was 101 years old last Friday. John T. Roberts, who represented the society at the recent convention of the New York State Fruit Growers' Associa- tion, gave a report, stating that New York state was coming to be the great- est apple growing state in the Union. A. J. B. Lafaykttb, N. J —J. Franklin Buck- ster, nurseryman, has sold out to George Moorehouse. Webster, Mass — F. E Reide will have charge of the laying out and planting of the grounds and gardens at B;aconPark during the coming summer. Import Freight Agents Delaware. Lackawanna .t Western RiiirjaJ Co. at Xi'iv Vork, N. Y. BJPfBRG^TT. :^COPrOIVI'V. I>i;SF»A.TC5H[, F. B. VANDEGRIFT & CO., Publishers of Vandegrift's United Stales Tariff. Customs Brokers and Forwarders. Foreign Express, Export and Insurance Brokers. MFU/ VnDk Ofice, 66 Beaver street I A. B. C rode Used I pmp.i-n Office. 315 Dearborn St. IlLfT I UKR Telephone, 9:8 Broad. | Cable Address, Vangrift. I tllltAUll I'hone, Harrison 84U. Rhododendron Maximum I Kalmia Latifolia The two best native Evergreen Shrubs for out-of-door ornamentation. Furnished by car load lots or in smiller quantities. Send for prices, also Special Rhododendron circulars. VINCA MINOR— 10,000 3-inch clumps for sale cheao. Fine lot of general nursery stock. EASTERN NURSERIES, m- m. Pawson. wqr Jamaica Plain, Mass. Park Architects and Dealers will find whatever they want in the Holland Nurseries, DeBiltnear Utrecht SPECIALTIES ARE : Conifers. Evergreens, Hardy Shrubs, Lilacs i Ornamental Trees, Fruit Trees in different forms. Azaleas, Rhododendron Ponticum and Hybridum. Please send list of your wants and write for general catalogue. We will make you special offers. Wriie to GROENEWEGEN & ZOON, Oe Bllt, near Utrecht, Holland. Send to THE MOON For j Trees, Shrubs, Vines Yourl and Small Fruits. Descriptive Illustrated Catalogue Free. THE \WM. H. MOON GO. MorrisvMIe, Pa- Rhododendrons "Mtn." Choice plants. .6 to 10 in., 75c per 10; $5 00 per 100 " 12 to 18-in., H.51 per 10; 12.50 per 100 Special prices on large lots Cash with ttrst order. Rhododendron Leaves for festooninKS, 50cperl000 J. N. PRITCH4RD, Elk Park, N. C. B.W.DIRKEN, Oudonboseh, Holland. ORNAMENTAL AND FOREST TREES A SPECIALTY. Conifers, Evergreens, Hollies, Etc. jt jt jt Prices on Application. ■^ ^., .•^ .*., Urides, Maids and Golden ■Cfll^f^^ Gates. 2M inch stock In line ■•■'^'~'^-'*^ condition. $.'.» per 100; IIS per 1000. Ready for delivery. West View Floral Co., Knlghtstown, Ind. Please nuntion the American Florist when writing- Mrs. Palmer Certiliciited a^ Indianapolis, Montreal, St. Louis Chicago. Kansas City. Absolutely the best s?arlet caroation ever intro- duced. $11.00 per 100; $100.00 per 1000. Mrs. Higinbotham Certiflca*ed at Icdianapolis, Ch'cago, Karsns City, St Louis. rromifi's to become the staudani lisht pink; will stand in the sanie position as did D;nbreak, ten yi-ars agj. $12.00 per 100; $10L'.00 per 1000. Chicot Larse white faintly slrip°d in midwinter; ex- tremely fraprant: linest constitution; more profit- able tuan duy s andnrd on our pUce last season and is doins e\eu better now. $!j.00 per 100' .$.50.00 per ICOO. Other fancy Varieties Some of which may be had from soil Per 100 l>r 1000 LAWSI5N'. Dink J3c0 tin 00 BON HOMME, white 3.00 25 00 .TOOST pink 1.5J 10.00 MACEO. crimson 1.50 10.00 PROSPERITY, varCLMled 4.00 30 00 HOOSIER MAID, white 3.00 25.00 WHITECLOUD. • 1.60 10.00 Gi>V. ROOSEVELT, orimson BOO 45.00 IRENE, pink 8.00 26.00 MARQUIS," 203 16.00 ESTDI.LE, scarlet 6.00 4V0O CRANE, •• 2.00 15.00 .SUNHKAM, l-t pink 8 00 28.00 G. LORD, pink 1.60 12 60 URADT. va'iettated 2.C0 15.00 AVnNDAI.E 2,00 16.00 NORWAY 6.00 IJ.OO Chicago Caroation Co. JOLIET. ILL. -igo2. The American Florist. 213 FLORISTS' FLOWER SEEDS srl^'-(l&.fe>«L vauGHSN's asters. Kwli C' ^\¥}iXm%mf IY iJlm^ "the CARLSON" an Imnroved P:pon.v-Flowered Aster, much liked hi the ~nJ * f 'v lil u^ihWl* V B Vi/S ^AVm i^hiooKo market. White, pink or laveiider, each, trade pkt, 250, Hoz. $1.30. N ! iSiUor PJ mW \, E, A\W/Jr f kU r-Jfl^-n Trade pkt Yi oz. oz. BRANCHING OR SEMPLE, White pound, ,$8.00; 10 25 $.75 , X ». wm'msiwiwm.svtjmtk'Cir- t.,. ■-.jiKacKW &, ■' " Ro e pink . 10 ,»0 1,00 Pl^^^J^'lt vWlAW ^Sm^!it1^^mmMtimu*^^^\-^^!^ '' " Lavender pound, $12,00 10 30 1.(0 ^H jrf%^ ^ !M »r///JlmnB5mfe1^^,^ff^ " " ^ed lo ss 1,20 i^V^^v,^ J ,A|m^^£;WjWpgfi^j|^^»^ " •• Purple 10 30 1,00 ' r l^'*^^^L^/Y#^^nlHlHB^Es. "W^^^^ " Daybreak pink - ... 10 25 .75 ■^ ^ , 11.^ *^^nffl'MR2^pi*iJ'l1BK^^>^^S^^feL '■ " Jlixed pound, $6.00 10 2U .50 V ■•'111 i^ " " " Scarlet J- Each 10 20 .50 'Jf-'t4itt>S^^S^^^^ •' " " LiRht blue ^^^ '■ '■ " Dark blue J r^fe, ■■ '■ Mixed 10 15 .50 "^^ ALYSSUM, Utile Gem, ertra fine strain., .pound, $2.30 10 25 n ASPARAGUS PIUMOSUS NANUS, 103 seeds, ,$I,00; 250 seeds, $2,0:; 10:0 sce.U, $T..T . SPRENGERI, 100 seeds, 50c: 1000 seeds, $3.00; 5W0 seeds, $8.50. \\ ritH lor prices on larger lots on above two kinds. TYPE OF THE FLOWER OF ^AUl.HA^ s NESV I PBIUHT BRANCUING ASTEB SWEET PEAS. Our Sweet Pea Seed was raised by the most careful grower and is equal to the best in the country. We tnvite comparison. Any o' the following, per oz„ 5c., except where noted. y Lb. Lb, 5 Lbs. Blanche Burpee, very larse white lu 25 $1.00 Blanche Ferry, pink- and white 10 25 100 " " extra early, 10 diiys earlier 10 25 l.CO California, very soft "Daybreak" pink 10 30 Captain of the Bluei, purplish mauve 10 30 1.35 Countoos, the New, clear lave "der 10 25 1.00 Countess of Powls, oranse sutTused with purple 10 30 Countess of Radnor, delicRt 4 lavender II 25 1,00 Earliest of All, 'S days earlier than E«, Early Blanche Ferry 15 3) 1,50 Emily Henderson, white, early and f:ee ". 10 3) HerMajesty, bt-autiful rose, large 10 t5 100 Hon. F.Bouvorie,slanlard coral pink, wingsslijjbtly lighter 10 30 Katharine Tracy, soft but brilliant pink 10 25 1.10 Lady Grisel Hamilton, best of all lavender sorts 15 40 Lady Mary Currie, bright orange pink 10 31 1.95 Mrs. Eckford, deiicite primroie yellow 10 30 1.3j Navy Blue, :i new, deep vio'et-blue 15 50 Prima Donna, soft pini' 10 25 I.IO Prince of Wales, new, bright rcse self 15 40 165 Sadie Buroee, new white, white- seeded 15 30 " " '• " black seed d 15 30 Salopian, the b'St of all red- lU 25 1.10 VAUGHAN'S FLORISTS' MIXTURE.— This mixture, which is made up by our- selves from .epariie colors carefully i-ro lortioned of ihe best cut- flower sorts and colors, is bound to give satisfaction, li lb , IJc; lb , 3Cc.; 5 lbs,. $1 25 10 lh«. $• 2i. NEW SWEET PEA-MONT BLANC— O?., 15:.; H lb., 4-c.; lb , $1 25; 2 lbs., $2.25; 5 lbs., 85 OJ. BELLIS OR DOUBLE DAISY, Vaughan's Mammoth Mixture. 1-16 oz., 45c: Td. pkt. 2ic. White, 1-16 oz., 4Uc;Td, pkt. 25c. " '■ " Pink, Trade pkt. 25o. CANDYTUFT, New filant Hyacinth-Flowered. This improved new strain is far superior to Empress, The llower-heads are of immense size, six inches long and about three inches across, resemblini; a Dutch Hya-.-nth. They arr) pure white, and furnish excellent material for cutting. Pound, $3.50; trade pkt., lOo; oz., 3.'c. Trade pkt. Oz. CENTAUREA Imperialis, mixed, all the following sorts 10 6) Alba, pure w bite 10 85 " " Armlda, lilac 10 70 " " Favorita, brilliant rose 10 70 " " Grazi'sa, dark lilac 10 70 " " Sple dens, dark purple 10 70 Variabilis, while, fading to rose 10 70 COB/EAScandens, purole lb$3(0, 10 25 DAISY, Burbank's New Shasta Daisy 25 LOBELIA, Crystal Palace Compacts !80z.,25}.: 15 1.25 Bedding Queen H oz., 5.o.; .2,i l.SQ Speciosa, d -rk flowers and foliage; for hanging baskets 10 5) MAURANDYA, niLsed ^oz, 30o.; 15 1.00 IiarclttVd,na. purple 35 "VAUGHAN'S BEST" MIXTURE OF LARGE FLOWERING PETUNIAS. This mixture is made up by O'lrselves and includes all the best sorts and colors of the Large flowering and Fringed sorts and tbe unsurpassed Super- bissima varieties with their delir*atety veined throats in various colors, and their truly raammolh flowers We are possitive that no other Petunia Mixture can produce flowers with at wide a range of colors as our Vaughan's Beit. Trade packet, 1 000 seeds, SOc; 3 packets for $1 .25. PHLOX DRUMMONOI. Tiade Pkt. Oz Grandiflora. Sieiiata Splendens, white, scarlet, pink, crimson, s'rined each $ ,10 $ ,6D Large Flowering, finest mixed 10 .f.O SALVIA .iul«"OH,.s OiHra Bedcian (Boifire) 25 2. "Drooping Spikes," one of the best H oz,, 90a; .15 2.00 St. Louis oesi 01 all 25 SMILAX, new crop lb., $3.00 .10 .30 "VAUGHAN'S BEST" MIXTURE OF VERBENAS. This mixture contains all that is choice and desirable in \'erbeu.is. We feel perfectly safe in stating that this mixture of Verbenas will eclipse ev-.ry other strain offered by any other house. Oz. $!0); ii Oz. SOc; trade Put., 26c, Trade pkt., Kc: Vi-oz., 25;; oz,, 50c; 2-ozs., 7ec; H lb,, $1.25. NASTURTIUM. ^z. «-lb. lb. "ifAUGHAN'S SPECIAL" Mixture of Tall Nasturliums $ .10 $ .iO $ .70 MME. GUNTHEX'S HYBRIDS, irue lU u.s. $ ..35. . . .10 .20 .60 "VAUGHAN'S SPECIAL" Mixture of Dwarf Nasturtiums 10 .30 .70 FOR OTHER FLOWER SEEDS SEE OUR "BOOK FOR FLORISTS." FRBE ON APPLICATION. MIGNONETTE, TRUE MACHET. i^^ 10 per cent. Special Cash Discount on orders over $2.00 for Flower Seeds if the cash is enclosed. _^ VAUGHSN'S SEED STORE, NEW YORK, 14 Barclay Street. GREENHOUSE - 84-86 Randolph Street, CHICAGO. WESTERN SPRINGS, ILLINOIS GOLD MEDAL GLADIOLI Groff's Hybrid Gladioli Received the Gold Medal and Thirteen First Awards at the Pan-American EsDosition. I have the Latest and only Complete Collection of QROFF'8 HYBRIDS in the United States, and control over Seventy-five per cebt. of all Stock Grown and Introduced by Mr. Groff. Write for catilogue. ARTHUR COWEE, GLA')IOLUS SPECIALIST. MEftDOWVALE FARM. BERLIN, N. Y. American riorist Advts. jfc tine Trc^de. Tne largest Hard-heading, Fine Grained, Smallest Hearted, Distinct Rounl, Late Cabbage known. Gardeners will do well to give it a trial. Mr. J. M. Lupton. the noted cabbage specialist says: It is eatirely distinct and kee^js over llie winter becier ciiaa any otlier liind. Paclcet, lOc; Oz., 57c; 1-4 Pound, $1.50: Pdund, $3.50, poitpaid. Catalogue free for asking. NEW LATE CABBAGE ^^HOUSER." H. L. HOLMES. Seedsman HARRISBURB, PA. Successful Growers are Wanted To know that they can dispose of all their surplus stock byadver- tising in the American Florist. TRY IT NOW. 214 The American Florist. Mar. 8, Our Pastimes. AnnouDcements of coming contests or other •vents of interest to our bowling, shooting and oroling readers are solicited and will be given place In this column. Address all correspondence for this department to Wm. J. Stewart, 79 Milk St., Boston, Mass.; Eobt. Kift, 1725 Chestnut St., Philadelphia, Pa.; or to the American Florist Co., 324 Dearborn St., Chicago, 111. At Chicago. The following is the record made by Chicago bowlers on the evening of Tues- day, March 4. Some especially jjood ■cores were made in the first game, Fred. StoUery rolling 210 and E. F. Winterson 237: All Stabb 1st 2d 3d T'l Chas. Ba luff 148 16i 14J 448 C.A.Hunt 93 94 11! 299 Clifford Pruner Ii3 131 139 393 C. W. Scott 132 140 146 418 C.H.Fisk 115 13D 129 361 Total 609 647 666 1922 - Retallebb l3t 2d Sd T'l P. J. Hiuswirlh 137 177 167 481 W. KrcitlinK HI 120 132 393 John Lambros 189 168 13ii 435 Ed. Hauswirth 115 121 1(9 348 Geo.Asmus 172 13i 132 439 Total 694 724 678 2(95 Gbowers 1st 2d 3d T'l Geo. StoUery 147 182 144 473 F. Matte 127 151 147 4i5 J. P. Sinner 199 112 161 472 C. Schafer 167 164 138 469 Fred. StoUery 210 15i US 510 Total 850 761 738 2349 Wholesalbes 1st 2d 3d T'l Jos. Foerster 155 181 147 483 Ed. Benlhey 119 190 156 495 Chas. Hughes 146 131 130 407 John Sterrett 125 1«2 138 425 E. F. Winterson 237 169 124 53U Total 812 833 695 2310 At Jamestown, N. Y. The following are the scores made by the contending teams of the Lake View Rose Gardens, February 27, the carna- tionisti winning two of the three games rolled: CABNATION GBOWEB8. Player 1st 2d 8d Tl W.Bennett 119 79 114 312 A. Scott 125 182 137 444 C. Hennon .105 139 166 410 J.L\don 116 94 135 345 J. Eidens 146 79 146 371 S. Kaser 93 87 80 260 t Total 7C4 66J 778 2142 BOSE eBOWERS. Player 1st 2d 3d T'l Wm. Coyne 109 119 1C4 :-3! M. McCue 98 115 144 3S7 Ed. Bowjer 124 104 100 338 J. Books 124 119 113 35J F.Connors 1!7 93 110 :-30 C.Carlson 135 100 102 337 Total 717 65J 673 2040 A. S. At Omaha. The Omaha florists had their annual bowling contest February 27, chosing sides by lot. The prize was a fine mirror donated by a local glass company and raffled ofi afterwards. Mr. Donaghue threw the lucky number. Individual prizes were won by Mr. Swoboda for mak- ing the most strikes and the highest average. The trophies included cash, cigars and two tons of coal. Mr. Hess won a box of cigars and a knife by mak- ing the most spares. Mr. Raber won a knife by making the lowest score. One team was made up by Messrs. Swoboda, Ringier, Zimmer, Henderson, Ellsworth, Faulkner, Jr., Goedicke, Bath, Kaberand Peterson, and its score was 1,146 and 1,246, a total of 2,392. The other team Included Hadkinson,Sandford, Faulkner, Sr., Adams, Wilcox, Hess, Tauchnilz, Flotb. Donaghue and Sorensen. They made 1,208 and 1,247, a total of 2,455. Grippe. At New York. The following is the ing on New York alley noon, March 3: Flavor 1st Traeridly 137 Lang 15? Th elmann I' 5 Siebrecht 131 Sh.iw 127 Smith 178 Burns 154 O'.Mara 119 Tavlor Ill Ha'fner 155 Mansfield 169 Elliott 166 record of the bowl- s on Monday after- 2d 3d 4th .Sth 6th i:« 119 113 186 151 171 170 191 161 210 192 147 169 IBtS i:i() 125 151 1911 100 1H1 llli 134 150 1-25 140 IfK 145 1.50 169 VXl i;« 150 1.54 1-2K 13:^ 132 112 99 99 > 161 137 131 145 19J 144 144 173 169 91 116 14U lOJ Tarrytown Hcrticultiifal Society. The regular monthly meeting of the Tarrytown Horticultural Society was held on February 27, President Wm. Scott in the chair. M. C. Beardsley, of White Plains, was elected to member- ship. Dr. Horace Enos and C. J. Quimby, of White Plains, and Peter McDonald, of Irvington, were proposed. Francis Gibson exhibited a vase of Bride and Bridesmaid roses, fifty Lady Hume Campbell violets and plants in bloom of Lady Campbell violets, all of which received honorable mention. F. R. Pierson & Company offered a silver cup 'value $25' to be competed for at the November show for the best twenty, four blooms of eight varieties of chrysanthemums, three of each, chosen from the following varieties: Merza, H. \. Jones, Lady Roberts, Mme. Deis, Kate Broomhead, Miss Alice Bvron.Mrs. Barklev, Nellie Pockett, Mrs.' Elmer D. Smith,' Col. D. Appleton, A.J. Balfour, Mrs. Coombes, Florence Molyneux and Mrs. Tranter. An amendment to the by-laws was proposed and adopted providing for honorary membership and life member- ship. F. R. Pierson was unanimously elected the first life member of the society and A. L. Don, of New York, was elected the first honorary member. The execu- tive committee was empowered to incor- porate the society. The essay written by James Donald, entitled "The Friends and Enemies of Our Gardens, Farms and Forests," was read by Vice-President David McFarland, it being impossible for Mr. Donald to be present. H.J. R. Send vour advertisement now for the Special Namber next week. SWEET PEAS, VALLEY, VIOLETS, CARNATIONS, HARRISII, CALLAS, TULIPS and any other kind of flowers. 457 Milwaukee St., Milwaukee, Wis. CARNATIONS. Rooted Cuttings for latter March and April delivery. 110 luOO QUEEN LOUISE $4.00 $^5.00 LOBNA 50J 40.C0 G.H.CRANE 1.50 12.00 ESTELLR 5.00 ROOSEVF.LT 6.C0 MORNING GLilRY 2.00 16,00 ETHKL CROCKER 1.25 10.00 GENEVIKVK LORD 1. 00 7.50 DOR(JTFlY 500 40.10 PROSPKRITY 4 00 30 0') CRESSBROdK 10.00 75 00 GERANIUMS. Rooted Cuttings, March and April delivery. A eent^ral assortment, staodard anil fancy sorts, single and doub'e, all ol them (jootl. My selec- tion of varieties, all correctly Ja'.eleU at $1.50 per 100; .tia 6'J per 10.0. lean Viaud, (rooted cuttings,) .$3.00 tier 100. M. de Castelaine, (rooted cuttings,) $5.00 rer ICO. BONE MEAL. The very best brand in Ihft market for llorists' U8e, iiive me a tri:il order. 203 lb. bag, ;i;3 5^; pL'r ton, %ZlhX A liiile bigher Id price tban some, a threat deal better in results. ALBERT M.HERR. LANCASTER. PA. CARNATIONS P'or Summer llloominKt MRS. FISHER now ready, in 3-inch. Also have CRANE, CROCKER, .lOOST, SCOTT, MARY WOOD, HOOSIKK MAID and McGOWAN. Write GEO. A. KUHL. PEKIN. ILL. CARNATIONS Cressbrook (Pink), Mrs. Palmer (Scarlet), MrsHiginbotham (Pink), Mrs. Nelson (Pink), Oriole (Scarlet), Alba (Large White), Stella (Variegated), Dorothy Whitney (CoiBmer- cial Yellow) and Apollo (Scarlet) at in- troducers' prices. Per 100 Per ICOO Estelle, Best Scarlet tS.ou ... >40.00 Norway, Large White 5.00 ... 45 00 Prosperity, Fancy 600 ... 45.00 Queen Louise, White 5.00 ... 45 00 Dorothy, Productive Pink ... 5.00 ... 45.00 Morning Glory, Lt. Pink 2.!0 ... 2 i 00 Marquis, Largtst Pink 2 50 ... 2000 Fine stock of rooted cuttings of above ard twenty-five other kinds. Get our piices on what you need. GEO. HANCOCK & SON, GRAND HAVEN. MICH. ROOTED CUTTINGS Estcllc. $1.0"; L"W9on. $I.CO; Marquis and Elra t ity. $J.OO; Crocker nnd Loni, $1.00 per 100. Olber varietlts on application. Qenistns, bushy plants for Easter, 0-in. pots, $f E)0 per do/.. DANA K. HEBRON, OLEAN. N. Y. 1902. The American Florist. 215 Kennicott Bros. Co* SENDINYOIR ^ ^ EASTER ORDER NOW Wholesale Commission Florists. 42-44 East Randolph St Chicago, 111. 1000 Bolts EASTER RIBBONS We have just received a large Imoortation of Staple and Fancy Ribbons for Easter trade, including Gauze, Satin, Taffetas, Fancy and Baby Ribbons. This stock we are oflfering at unusually low prices and will fill orders at the following low prices as long as stock lasts. Can supply all colors at the following prices: 1000 Bolts No. of BoU BEST SATIN, Special Brand.. CAUSE RIBBONS FANCY SATIN STRIPED.. BEST TAFFETA 2 25c 30: 25 c 5 50c 50c 50c 7 65c 75c 65c 9 75c $100 75c 12 $1.00 J. 15 100 I.OJ 16 $J.J5 1.25 1.15 22 $1.25 J 50 125 40 $1.50 1.50 60 $2.0) J. 75 1.50 80 $2.00 2.00 BABY RIBBON, per spool, 45c; 6 spools, $2 50; 12 spools, $4 80, all colors. VIOLET TIES, No. 1, per doz., $1.00: No. 2, per doz , $1.10; No. 3, per doz., $1.25; No. 4, per doz., $1.50. SILK CORDS, Plain, No. 5. per doz., 50c; No. 6, per doz , 75c; No. 7, per doz., $1.00; No. 8, per doz , $1 50. SILK CORDS, Plaited, No. 9, per doz., $2.00; No. 10, per doz., $2.50. Extra heavy. CREPE PAPER, all colors, per roll, 10c; per doz., $1.00. CREPE PAPER, waterproof, all colors, per roll, 25c; doz., $3. CREPE PAPER POT COVERS, No. 1, per doz., $1.00; No, 2, per doz., $1.25; No. 3, psr doz., $1.50. No. 4, per doz., $2-.- COLORED TISSUE PAPER, all colors, per ream, $1.00. WIRED TOOTHPICKS, per box of 1,000, $1.50. In adition to above Easter goods our stock comprises a complete line ot Fancy Baskets for both niants and flowers; Pot Covers, Plant Stands, Cut Flower Vases, Fern Dishes, Silver Birch Bark Ware, Doves, Wheat Sheaves, Jardinieres, etc., etc. HEADQUARTERS FOR CUT FLOWERS OF ALL KINDS. !®°°Send for prices on anything you may require; we are always pleased to quote prices on your needs."©! Special Bargains in Seeds, Bulbs, Plants, Fern Balls and all seasonable sttck. McKellar&WintersonCo. 45-47-49 Wabash Ave., CHICAGO. 216 The American Florist. Mar. 8, Cmcinnali. GROWERS HAVE HUNDREDS OF THOUSANDS OF BULBS TO FORCE — BUSINESS RATHER SLICK. — MACK HAS GOOD STOCK. George & Allan's Walnut Hills place contains about 12,000 feet of glass and is devoted to pot and bedding plants. The immense amount of stock on hand shows the eSects of good treatment. At Hyde Park this firm has about 45,000 feet of glass which is devoted to roses. Beauties, Meteors, Brides, Bridesmaids and Perles, all in good shape. They also have five housei of Harrisii lilies, about 10,000 plants, in 5 inch pots, which will be nicely in bloom for Easter. They have just put in 17,500 lily o< the valley for the Easter trade and the visitor can see bulbs in every direction. This firm all told forces annually 500,000 bulbs, but this year they purchased about 600,- 000, the majority of which stock is han- dled by the Cincinnati Cut Flower Com- pany. Business has fallen ofi somewhat in the last week and stock has been accumulat- ing accordingly. The flowers received, however, are very good, with entirely too much bulbous stock, which it is impossible to dispose of, especially tulips and dafiFodils. Good roses, carnations and lilies, both Harrisii and callas, move better than anything else. Violets seem to be a glut and the writer last week saw 1000 violets sold for $1.50. But this week we are to have the celebration of the one hundredth anniversary of the incorporation of Cincinnati as a city and we can look forward to a large quantity of flowers being used for this occasion. Ernst Mack, on Enright avenue, believes in neatness, for a customer who sees a neat and tidy place puts more con- fidence in the owner. Being opposite a cemetery, naturally Mr. Mack grows blooming and bedding plants, his stock of which is in the best possible condition, especially a house of American Beauty and Hermosa roses in pots, which will be fine for Easter. Charles Jones has had his Fourth street store remodeled, taking out the entire front and putting in a plate of glass 7x9 feet. I understand Mr. Jones will now manage his Fourth street store and his sister-in-law will look after the Walnut Hills Floral Bazaar. Julius Baer hadaswell windowthepast week, arranged in yellow and purple. The flowers used were double Von Sions and violets, with purple ribbons and baskets. R. G. CARNATIONS, STRONG, CLEAN STOCK. LAWSON $4 00 per 100 MARQUIS 4 00 ARMAZINDY 1 50 PROSPERITY 6 00 CRANE 2 00 ESTELLE 5 00 JOOST 2 00 WHITE CLOUD.... 1 50 MACEO 2 00 " R. €• Verbenas, 18 Vaiieties, 60c per 100. Complete Line Of Bedding Plants. LET US PR CE YOUR WANTS. L J, STUPPY, St, Joseph, Mo. CARNATION CUTTINGS Well Rooted, Clean Healthy Stock. Per 100 Per 1000 PROSPERITY 85,00 JSi.OO NORWAY 4.00 35.00 LAWSON 3.E0 30.00 CRANE 1.60 SOD AMERICA l.&O il.OO Per 100 Per 1000 FLORA HILL $1.60 $9.00 WHITE CLODD 1 50 S' 00 TRIUMPH 1.50 y.OO SPORT (Guardian Angel) 1.50 9.00 MARQUIS 1.60 9.00 QUEEN LOUISE, »4.50 per 100; JIO.OO per 1030. All Rooted Cuttings sold under express condition that II not satisfactory when received they are to be returned immediately, when money will be refanded. WIETOR BROS., 'a^e^I^e!" CHICAGO. tymy'%y%ym^%/%^%/m Orders tiken for a limited amount of the following: BRIDES, Rooted Cuttings $1 50 per lODj |t2.50 per lOOD MAIDS, " " 1 50 " 12.50 METEOR, " " l.SO " 12 50 AM. BEAUFY, 2>^-inch pots... 6 00 " 50,00 All cuttings to be rooted to order and wood taken from highest grade, strong stock. I SOUTH PARK FLORAL CO., NEW CASTLE, IND. ^^^^%^%/%,^'%/%/%^%/%^%/%,^^m^^%'^'m^%^i %^%'^^m^^ ROOTED CUTTINGS Of Carnations and Roses. All Clean, Healthy Stock, Grown Cool. CARNATIONS. PINK VARIETIES. Per 100 Per 1000 MRS. LAWSON J4.C0 »3i.0O MARQUIS 3.00 25.00 MORNING GLORY 3.00 SJ.PO ETHEL CROCKER 2,00 12,50 MRS. F. JOOST 1.60 12,60 WHITE VARIETIES. NORWAY 5.00 40.00 WHITE CLOUD 1,60 12.5') FLORA HILL 1.50 12.50 RED VARIETIES. RED MRS, BRADT 2.S0 20,00 G, H, CRANE 2.00 17 50 AMERICA 2.00 15.00 VARIEGATEI VARIETIES. PROSPERITY 6.00 FOOO MRS, BRADT 2.50 20,00 MAROON VARIETIES. GEN. MACEO 1,50 12.50 YELLOW VARIETIES. GOLD NUGGET 3,00 25,00 ROSES. BRIDES.BRIDESMAIDS, METEORS 1,60 12,50 PERLES 2,00 15,00 Orders for less than 25 of one variety charged extra. All plants shipped from Hinsdale. Bassett & Washburn, STORE GREENHOU8I8: HINSDALE. ILL 76 WABASH AVE CHICAGO. CARNSTION MARY WOOD Rooted cultinzs from soil, good strong plants, $1.50 per 100. A. R. KNOWLES, Bloomington. III. A|||Apjr>Dn Always do business, /tlllt/l ILQII Week days and everyday florists Sundays and holidays, I Ho All over the country, "V "*>* /lUo At home and abroad. ROOTED CUTTINGS. Strong Healthy Stock. The following at $12.00 per JOOj $100 0) per JOOO: Viola Allen, Slella, Albi, Jos. H. Manley, Mrs. Potter Palmer, Apollo, Harry Fenn, Dorothy Whitoey. The following at $10.00 per 100; $75.00 per 10^0: Golden Beauty, Challenger; Mrs, E. A. Nilson, Cressbrook, Gaiety. The following at $6 00 pjr JOO; $50.00 pir 1000: Gov. Roosevelt, Prosperity, Lorna, Norway. Queen Louise, $5 per 100; $40 per JOOO. Mrs. Lawson,$4.50 per 100; $40 per 1000. Morning Glory and Mrs. G. M. Biadt, $3 00 per ICO; $25.00 per lOCO, Lizzie McGowan and Wm. Scott, $1 50 per 100; $12 00 per 1000. THE COTTAGE GARDENS QUEENS L. I., N. Y. CARNATIONS Well rooted. c>an, healthy stoclc. Early struck cuttings make best plants. 100 lOOO Roosevelt. ...MOO $50,00 Prosperity,,. 8,00 60 OO Lorna 6,00 6010 Norway 5,10 40 00 Irene.." 6 00 40 00 Lawson 4,00 ;«,00 Marquis 2.60 •-• 1,00 M, Glory L- 50 2n.ofl Gome-/, 2 00 17,50 Bradt 2.00 W.W Glacier 2 00 17 60 Maceo White Cloud Klora Hill... JOOBt E. Crocker,. America 0. Lord Triumph Scott Daybreak . . . lOO 1000 t2 00 117,50 1.50 12,60 1,60 1,60 1,50 1.60 1,25 1,26 1.00 1.00 12.60 12,60 12.50 12.60 10,00 10.00 8.00 8.00 2,50 at 1000 rail's; 25 at 100 rates. Cash or C, O. D. W. J. & M. S. VESEY, ft. Wayne, Ind. Flease mention the A merican Fiornt when 7vrtting, igo2. The American Florist. 21T >♦♦♦♦♦#♦»♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦•♦»»*♦< >♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦« Get the ROOTED CARNATION CUTTINGS Cheap Cuttings are Dear at any Price. iKariioi3u^oa:'io]v® oi^ loos. I Per loo looo GOV. WOLCOTT, (Fisher), white $io $»o ENQUIRER, (Witterstaetterj, light pink 12 100 MRS. E. A. NELSON, (Nelson), glistening pink. $2.50 per dozen 10 80 J. H.MANLEY, (Cottage Qar.), orangescarlet 12 100 Per 100 Per lOOO PROSPERITY, variegated $6.00 $50 00 MRS. Q. n. BRADT, variegated 3.00 25.00 NORWAY, white 6.00 50.00 LORNA, white 5.00 40.00 WHITE CLOUD, white 2 00 15.00 MRS. T. W. LAWSON, pink 4.50 40.00 JWRS. FRANCES JOOST, pink 2.00 12.50 IRENE, pink 5.00 40.00 Per 100 1000 H. FENN, (Cottage Qardensi, crimson $12 $ioo VIOLA ALLEN, iCottage Gar.), variegated ...12 100 VIOLANIA, (Cottage Gardens), variegated 12 CRESSBROOK, (Warburton), bright pink 10 80 GAIETY, (Mill), variegated 10 75 Per 100 P«r looo HORNING GLORY, light pink $3 00 $25.00 HARQUIS, light pink 3.00 25.00 MERHAID, light pink 3 00 25.00 GOV. ROOSEVELT, crimson 6.00 50.00 GEN. MACEO, crimson 2.00 15.00 ESTELLE, scarlet 6.00 50.00 G. H. CRANE, scarlet 2.50 20 00 GOLDEN BEAUTY, yellow 8.00 75.00 ELDORADO, yellow a.50 20.00 All of our cuttings are well rooted and free from disease. Let us fieure on your wants. Discounts on large quantities. BLOOMS SHIPPED FROM GREENHOUSES TO ALL POINTS ON SHORT NOTICE. SEND IN YOUR ORDERS. Upon application, we will mail our catalogue. J. D. THOMPSON CARNATION CO. The GUARDIAN ANGEL FLORIST, Chicago. PRICE LIST of Rooted Carnation Cuitlngs. NEW AND STANDARD VARIETIES. The Guardian Angel ia the best commercial pink carnation in the market to-day. It is a good keeper; lis growth is strong and vigorous: it never bursts and is never otf crop. Received 1st prize at Horticultural Esposltion and first-class Certificate of Chicago Florists' Club for best pink. Rooted cuttings, $2.00 per 100, $15.00 per 1000. NEW VARIETIES Penoopenooo PROSPERITY, white overlaid with pink J6.C0 JSC.OO QUEE.V LOUISE, ""^hite 5 00 4000 BON HOMME RICHARD, white.... 6 0) 40.00 IRENE, pink 5.00 40,00 GENERAL LIST FLORA HFLL, white I.2j lOOO WHITE CLODD, wLite 1.25 10.00 MRS. LAWSON, pink 4.0U 35.00 MARQUIS, pink 1.50 13.ro ESTELLE, scarlet 6 00 50 00 G. H. CRANE, scarlet 2.00 15.00 M=IS. BRADT. variegated 3.50 20.00 ARMAZINDY, variegated 1.35 10.00 THE OUARDIAIf AMGBI. FLORIST, 401 Devon Avenne, Sta T. CHICAGO. 50,000 Booted CARNATION CUTTINGS to dispose of yet; all well rooted and free from disease. Per lOO Per 1000 Queen Louise $5 00 $40.00 Flora Hill, Daybreak 1.25 10.00 Crane. America, Crocker 1.50 12.00 Lippinoott, Melba 1.25 10.00 Lizzie McGowan 1.25 10.00 White Cloud 1.50 12.03 5000 BRIDESMAID ROSES, in 2Vi-incb pots, $3.C0 per 100; $JulO[,er 1000. Special prices on large orders. Cash with order. MERCER FLORAL CO-, TieBSnjTOI*, JV. J. pOOTEP CUTTINGS •:> •) •J •) •J t •) •) •> •) •) oj\.FtivA.arioivjs. Per irOPerlOCO MRS. POTTER PALMER.. ...-$13.00 $100.00 MRS. HIGINBOTHAM .... 12.00 100.00 PROSPERITY .... 4 CO 30.00 NORWAY 5 00 40 00 IRENE 3.00 2i.00 MRS. LAWSON MARQUIS G. H. CRANE FLORA HILL 3.00 1.25 1.25 1.23 25 00 10.00 10.00 10.00 K^OSE^^. METEOR Per 100 Per 1000 $1 50 «15? ."in PERLE 1.50 12.60 BRIDE 1 50 12.50 Per 100 Per 1000 MRS. JOOST 11.00 WHITE CLOUD 1.25 EV ANSTON 1 .00 MRS. INE 1.25 WM. SOOTT 1.00 GENEVIEVE LORD 1.25 ETHEL CROCKER 1.35 GUARDIAN ANGEL 1.35 ARGYLE 1.00 AMERICA 1.35 Per 100 Per 1000 BRIDESMAID $1.50 $12.60 GOLDEN GATE 1.50 12.50 $6.00 10.00 600 10 00 6.00 10.00 10.00 10.00 6.00 10.00 K^OSB> r»r^AP5:T50 CO GOV. ROOSEVELT, crimson... 6.C0 50.00 QUEEN LOUISE, white 4.00 40.00 bON HOMME RICH \RD, white 4.00 30 00 IRENE, pink 4 00 30.00 1 RIUMPH, pink 2 00 15 00 WHITE CLOUD, white 2.00 15.00 THOS. W. LAWSON, pink 4.00 35.00 MARQUIS, pink 2 50 20.00 G. H CRANE, scarlet 2.00 15.00 AMERICA, scarlet 2.00 15 00 MRS. BRADT, variegated 2 50 20.00 GUARDIAN ANGEL 1.75 15.00 MICHAEL WINANDY, DEVON AVE. AND nUIPim NORTH ROBEY, UnluAUUl Please mention the American Florist when writings igo2. The American Florist. 219 ROOTED CARNATION CUTTINGS. ZtX:tS. You don't have to buy SCO to have KO fit to plant out, when planting time comes. For every 100 we send, you have lOI when ready to pla ■We have the finest and largest stock of NORWAY and ESTELLE in the country. Stock marked ( * ;, now ready in flats. ^^"Send us a list of your wants for special prices on large lots. Per ICO FLORA HILL $1.75 'GENERAL MACEO 1 75 »MRS. F. JOOST 1 7i * WHITE CLOUD 1.75 *WM SCOTT 1.75 ♦AMERICA 1 75 UVY BREAK 1 7.i ETHELCROCKER 1.75 •Q. H CRANE 2.50 * TRI OM PH 2.00 GUARDIAN ANGEL 1 75 ♦GENEVIEVE LORD 2.00 *MARyUIS 2.00 *.VIRS. G. M. BRADT 2.50 ♦CHICAGO 3.50 GOLD NUGGET 3 50 ♦MORNINGGLORY 3.00 LORNA 5.00 ♦MRS. T. W. LiWSON 5.10 QUEEN LOUISE 5.00 ♦.SORWAY 4f0 PROSPERITY 6.03 ♦GOVERNOR ROOSEVELT. 6.00 ESTEL LE 6.00 DOROTHY 6.0U CRE^SBROOK 10.ro KNQUIRER 12.00 MRS. POT I'ER PALMER 12.00 MRS HIGINBOTHAM 12.ro MRS. E. A. NELSON..... 10.00 Per lOCO $15.00 15.00 15.C0 15.00 1500 15.00 1500 15.00 20.00 18.00 15.00 15.00 17.50 21.00 30.00 31.00 25 OO 40.00 40.00 45.00 40.00 60 00 50.00 50.00 60. CO 75.00 100.00 100 00 100.00 80.00 Ci%L:ivivA.s strong, Dormant, Two Eyed Roots. Per 100 Per 1000 ALLEMANIA $3.00 $25 00 BURBANK 3.00 2.1.00 EXP. CR.iMPBELL 3.00 25.00 FLORENCE VAUGHAN 4.00 35.0B MDLLE. HERAT 3 00 25 00 P\ULMARQUANT 3.00 25.C0 PRES. CARNOT g.50 2C.0O MIXED, ALL COLORS 1.75 10.00 Largest stock in United States of other choice cannas true to name. Write for prices. GREENHOUSES: WESTERN SPRINGS, ILL. VaUGHAN'S SEED STORE, «^-«« ''*'"'°''" ^" °"'«^*^° 14 BARCLAY ST., NEWYORK. Ivory or White Golden Gate. The Best White Rose $6 00 PER 100. 27.50 PER 500. 50 00 PER 1000 Ready Now. W. A. Hammond 107 E. Broad St., Richmond, Va. RosesI Roses! American B;auties, Brides, Maids, Petles, Kaiserin, LaFrance, Wootton, Belle Siebrecht and Golden Gate, in 2 and 2>^-in.pots; also Rooted Cuttings ready now. This is strong, healthy stock from 2 and 3 eyed cuttings. Write for prices. Send Jl.OO for samples. J. C. MURRAY, 403 Main St., Peoria, III. Carnation Floriana We believe this to be the best pink carnation introduced to date, was disseminated in the spring of I90I by originators, Messrs. Fillow & Banks. Price, $6.00 per JOO; $50.00 per lOOO. 50 at J 00 rate, 500 at lOOO rate. Less than 50, 8c each. nJIIIICnnilTC DOnO Camatlon and chrysanthemum specialists, UMILLLUUULt DIlUOiFUTBUSH, BROOKLYN, N.Y, AMERICAN BEAUTY ROSES. First crop now ready. Strong plants from 3^-in. pots, $6 CO per 100; $50 00 per 1000. Our young plants of American Beauty are exceptionally fine this year, and we extend a cord al Invitation to intending planters to inspect our stock. Orders booked now for Spring delivery and will be filled in rotation. ROBT. SCOTT & SON, Sharon Hill, Del. Co., Pa. American Beauties From 2x3-in. Rose Pots, $6 00 par 100; $50.00 per 1000. JOSEPH HEACOCK, WYNCOTE, near Philadelphia, PA. Am Roftiilioe'^^^^^RL.^!lP'^^^ f&llllDISdUllISS $25.0oVe"r 1000. ^ ^ ■ ■ ■ ■ ^^ ■^^ ^^m, ^^m ■ ■ ■^^ -^^ ^tjjg g(_Q^.j^ jg f^^g f jQjjj gpQ^^ thoroughly rooted and first c'asg in every respect. If not satisfactory or just as represented by us you can return same at once. J. A. BUDLONG, 37 and 39 Randolph St., CHICAGO, ILL. 220 The American Florist. Mar. 8, Worc«sUr, MiSS. PLANT GK0WEB9 ALARMED AT LOOSELY DHAWN LEGISLATIVE ACT. — KBOUIKES FUMIGATION OF ALL PLANTS. The florists and nurserymen in this vicinity are considerably stirred up about a bill which has been brought before the state legislature and which reads as fol- lows: An ACT TO PROVIDE FOB THE TROTECTION OF TRBES, PLANTS AND SHKrBS FROM INJl'RIOL'S INSECTS. Be it ENACTED BY THE SENATE AND BOUSE OF UEPREShNTATlVES IN GENERAL LOVRT ASSEMBLED, AND BY THE AUTHORITY OF THE SAME. AS FOLLOWS: Seclion 1. It shall be the duty of all nursery- men and Other persons who raise or sell trees, plants or shrubs tofumigate, byihe use ot hydro- cyanic acid or otter known and approved insecti- cide, anv trees, plants or shrubs raised or imported', or sold or otherwise disposed ot by them, before the same are removed from the pr; m- ises upon which they were rais' d. or from the premises upon which they were kept at the time when they were sold or otherwise disposed of, or from the place in which they were kept after being impcned. Section 2. In the case ot trees, plants orshrubs imported from foreign statesorcountries, the said fumigation need Lot be performtd, provided that the said trees, plants or shrubs so imporied were accompanied by a certificate s'gned by a duly authorized person to the effect i hat such plants, trees, or shrubs had Ijeen fumigated properly .ind sufficiently b fere they wen- exports d. Section j. Whoever, being a nurseryman or dealer in trees, pl.mts or shrubs, peniiits any tree, plant or shrub sold cr otherwise disposed of bv him to be removed from the premises aioresaid without having been fumigated as aforesaid, either by him or before imporlation as afoii'said, shall be subject to a penalty of not less than twenty-flve nor more than two hurdred dollars for each rlTence. Section 4. This set shall take effect upon Us passage. This mea'ure was brought up by vari- ous committees in different parts of the state to assist is fighting the San Jose scale. It seems to have been drawn up in awaj'tbat.at the least, is very impractic- able. The way the bill reads, according to my interpretation, any dealer who sells a plant from greenhouse or field, whether an apple tree or an aster seed- ling, mu6t have it lumigated by hydro- cyanic gas or "some other known and approved insecticide," whatever that means, before he can deliver it to his cus- tomer, or be subject to a heavy fine. I would advise all florists to bring the matter before their representatives at the general court, as it would be a seri- ous matter if it should become a law. A. H. L. HoLYOKE, Mass.— O. D. Allyn has been appointed city forester to succeed D. H. Newton, who has resigned on account of ill health. NEW CARNATIONS. dZ ico iooo CRESSBROOK $1.50 $1000 $75.00 ENQUIRER 3.00 12.00 100.00 FAIR MAID 2.0D 10.00 7.5.00 GAIETY 1.50 laOO 75.00 J. H.MaNLEY 2.C0 12.00 lOOOO HARRY FENN 2.00 12.00 100.00 VIOLA ALLEN 200 12.00 ICO OO NORWAY 6.00 50.00 FLORIANA 6.00 50.CO ALBA 250 13.00 STELLA 250 12.r0 DOROTHY WHITNEY 2.5) 12.00 APOLLO 2.50 li.UO Also other new and standard varieties. CHRTSaiMTHEIVIUIUS. We offer all of the new varieties of 1902; also the Best of 1901. A large number of last year's nov- elties and leading standard varieties ready now, from 2V^-inch pets. Send for List. Correspondence solicited. H. WEBER & SONS, OAKLAITD, MD. NOTICE. Before placing orders for Rooted Carna- tion and Rose Cuttings and 2>^-inch Rose Plants, write your wants to JOHN BROD, rRT^H't^E. Chicago, III. CARNATION CUTTINGS All the new and standard varieties. Our stock is in fine shape and all c Per lOO Per K03 HiaiNBOTHAM 112.00 SlOJ.tO MRS. POTTER PALMBR 12 00 lOD.OO PROSPERITY 4.00 3000 NORWAY 500 40.00 IRENE 3.00 25.00 LAWSON 300 2500 BON HOMME RICHARD 3 00 25 00 HOOSIERMAID 3.r0 25.00 CRANB 125 10.00 THE MARQUIS 1.25 lO.CO QBNEVIEVB LORD 1.25 10 00 AROYLE 100 760 GUARDIAN ANGEL 125 10.00 free from rust and all other diseases. uttings are well rooted when sent out. Per PRANCES JOIST I CERISE QUEEN ETHEL CROCKER TRIUMPH FLORA HILL WHITE CLOUD PERU AMERICA MRS. L. INB MRS. BRADT ARMA2INDY EVANsTON 100 1.00 1.00 L25 1.25 1.25 1.25 l.OO 1.50 1.50 1.75 1.25 1.00 Per 1000 t 7.50 7.60 10.00 10.00 10.00 10.00- 7.50 12.50 12.B0 16.00 10.00 7.60 iiosE> i*ivA.K:ars. 2V<-in. pots. Per ICO Per 1000 BRIDESMAID $3.00 125.00 BRIDB 3.00 25.00 KAISERIN 3.00 25.0D 2i4-in. pots. Per 100 Per ICOO PERLE $3.00 $25.00 QOLDEN GATE 3.00 25.00 ROOTED ROSE CUTTINGS. Per 100 Per ICOO UOLDENGATE $160 $12.50 PERLE 1.50 12.50' Per 100 Per KOO BRIDESMAID $1.60 $1 > 50 BRIDE 1.50 12.E0 All Plants and Rooted Cuttings sold under express conditions that If not satisfactory when received they are to bs returned immedi- ately, when money will be refunded. 'Write for pr*lc»e!9 on Xet.r^ei qtji.^r^tl1;l^s> PeterReinberg,5IWabasliAve.,Chicago • •• ^arnation Cuttings IStBHS Well rooted, from clean, healthy stock, cool grown. Per 100 Per IOOO ROOSEVELT $6.00 $50 00 PROSPERITY 5.00 45.00 NORWAY 460 40.00 LAWSON 4.C0 35.00 LORNA 3.50 31.00 EGYPT 3.C0 25.00 MORNING GLORY 2.50 20.00 Per ICO Per lOCO CR AN E $2.l0 GENEVIEVE LORD 1.60 WHITE CLOCD 1.50 TRIDMPH 1.50 MME. CHAP.MAN 1.25 FLORA HILL 1.25 PERU 1.25 $17.60 12.50 1'2.50 12.50 10.00 10.00 1000 WE SOLICIT YOUR ORDERS AND WILL GUHRANIEE SATISFACTION. GRAND RAPIDS VIOLET CO., Grand Rapids, Mich. CRESSBROOK. The coming Pink Carnation for evervbodv to grow. Baltimore, Feb. 21, 1901, it scored 94 Points, the highest of any seedling. Cressbrook has never shown disease of any kind and is an extra free bloomer. Size of flowers under ordinary culture, 3 to 3% inches. Orders will be delivered in rotation on and after Jan. 1, 1932, at the following prices: 12 plants $ 1.50 I 250 plants $25.00 s^Kt ::::::::::::::::::::::::::: 5x0 ^"''p'-'^ ^^^o 100 plants 10.00 I lOOO plants 75.00 C. WARBURTON, FALL RIVER, MASS. Cressbrook may be seen growing at THE E. G. HILL GO'S., Richmond, Ind., and at WM. NICHOLSON'S, Framlngham, Mass. New Scarlet Carnation "ORIOLE" Sure to become the Standard Scarlet Carnation for florists to grow. The freest and earliest scarlet in cultivation; is always in bloom and a healthy grower. Orders booked now for February delivery. Price $1.50 per dozen; $10.00 per 100 ; $75.00 per 1000. AWARDED BOLD MEDAL AT THE PAN-AMERICAN EXPOSITION. John B. Goetz, Saginaw, It l^ich. Pieaie mention the A merican Floriit when wriling. igo2. The American Florist. 221 Dreer's Special Offer of AZALEAS & DECORATIVE PLANTS FOR EASTER. •mm w We are curryiD^ a large stock of Azaleas in prime #m ^M '^^ I ^^22 £^ condition for Easter Flowering of nearly all the ^■^^ M .mm m ^^Wm ^^ prominpnt varieties and can still ioclude ten per ^» ^fc*" ^«» » ^^ ^"^ *"^ QgQt of Mme. Van d*-r Cruyssea if desired. As these plants can be shipped wiihoiit risk of damage while in bud, we wish to impress the ImportaDce of early orders. We will not be responsible lor injuries arising from late shipments w hen the buds are developed. Bushy Crowns, 10 to 12 inches in diam ter $5.00 per doz. $4''. 00 per 100 Bushy Crowns, 12 to 14 inches in diameter 6.00perdoz. 500)perIG0 Bushy Crowos. 13 to 15 ioches in diameter 9,00 per doz. 70.00 per 100 A fine lot of specimen plants of Mme Van der Cruyssen of good value at $!.00. $2.50 and $3.00 each. f^ A I li/l ^^ *^ur Palm-stocks have never been in better condition. Clean, r^r^L.lVIO Thrifty, of Good Color and Excellent Value. 3-1 nch pots, 4-inch pots, 6-inch pots, 7-inch pots, 8-inch pots. ARECA LUTESCENS. Per Doz. 2 plants in a pot, 12 to 15 Inches high, $ 1.25 15 to 18 28 to 30 30 30 to 36 3.00 Each . 1.00 . 1.50 . 2.50 3- inch pots, 4-inch pots, 6-inch pots, 6-inch pots, 7 inch pots, 7-inch pots, 8-inch pots, KENTIA BELMOREANA. Each. Per Doz. 5 leaves, 12 to 15 inches high. Sto6 6 6 6 to 7 6 to 7 7 .(1.25 . 1.50 . 2.O0 . 2.50 4.00 ( 2.50 4.50 15.00 18.00 24.00 30.00 48.00 Per 100 % 10.00 20. OC Doz. 12.00 18.00 30.00 Per 100 S20.00 35.00 15 to 18 24 to 28 28 to 30 30 to 32 34 to 36 36 8-inch pots, 3 to 4 plants in a pot, well furnished. ZV, feet high, $4.00 each 5-inch pots, 4 plants in a pot, well furnished. 15 in. high, 60c each. PHOENIX CANARIENSIS. 7-inch pots, 26 to 28 inches high, bushy stock v plants, each $1.75 8- inch pots, 28 to 3) " " " •' 2.C0 8-inch pots, 30 to 36 " " •' " 2.50 12-inch tubs, 3yj to 4 feet high ' " " 6.00 U-inoh tubs, 4 to 4^ " " " " 7.50 KENTIA 3-inch pots, 4-inch pots, 5-inch pots, 6-inch pots, 6-inch pots, 6-inch pots, 7-inch pots, 8-inch pots, 8-inch pots, 9-inch pots. 8-inch pots, 5 to 6 5 to 6 5 to 6 6 6 6 to 7 6 to 7 6 to 7 6 to 7 FORSTERIANA- Each. Per Doz. 5 leaves, 12 to 15 inches high 15 to 18 18 to 20 28 to 30 30 to 32 34 to 36 36 42 42 to 48 48 $1.00 1.23 l.BO 2.00 2.50 , 3. on 4.00 400 3-inch pots 6-inch pots, 6-inch pots, 3 plants in a pot, 42 to 48 inches high LATANIA BORBONICA. } 2.50 4.60 6.01) 12.00 15.00 18.00 24.00 30.00 36.00 4S00 48.00 Per 100 S20.00 36.00 50.00 5 to 6 leaves, 10 to 13 incli'-s high... $1.00 per doz.. $ 8.00 per 100 5 to 6 leaves. 14 to 16 inches high $6.00 per doz., $50.00 por 100 18 to 20 AUCUBA JAPONICA. -uu per aoz. . 3) o.uu per iuu SD.OO per doz., $50.00 por 100 5^9.00 per doz., .1;75.0D per 100 6-inoh pots, bushy plants, 12 inches high, each, 25cts., doz J2.60 7-inch pots, " 15 to 18 inches high, each, 40cts., doz $4.50 BOXWOOD. Standard or Tree Sbaped, stems 24 to 28 inches high, crowns 15 to 18 inches in diam., each. .ftl.OO Pyramid Shaped, 3 feet high, 15 Inches in diameter at base, each $2.00 FICUS ELASTICA. 4-inch pots, 10 to 12 inches high $4.00 per doz., $30.00 per 100 6 inch pots, 24 inches high $7.50 " $60.00 PANDANUS UTILIS. Fine plants, 3-inch pots per doz., $1.00; per 100, $8.00 4-inch pots " 2.00; " IB.OO " 6-inch pots each, OOcts. ; per doz, 7.00 PANDANUS VEITCHIi Fine plants, 6-inch pots each $1.00; per doz, $12.00 FERNS FOR FERN DISHES. We carry at all times a large stock of Ferns suitable for lilling T'orn Dishes, etc., which can be supplied in choice mixture of our selection. 2Ji-incb pots $^00 per 100; »25.00 per lOCO 3-iDha are invited to visit my placo and inspect slock. GODFREY ASCHMANN, \\'hole8alo (i rower and Importer nf Pot Plants. 1012 Ontario Street, Philadelphia, Pa. Boston Ferns Fine, strong, young plants, $3.00 pit 100: $27.50 per JOOO. Edwin Lonsdale, *;".*'eruTHm. po. igo2. The American Florist. 223 Per 100 Per 1000 $12.00 SIOO.OO 30.00 35.00 Per doz. S15.00 18.00 24.fO 30.00 36.00 JOSEPH HEAGOCK, Wyncote, Pa. Kentia Fcrsteriana (Made Up Plants.) 8-in. pot, 4 plants in pot, 36-in. high, each, $3. A FEW GOOD THINGS YOU WANT. KENTIA BELMOREANA and FORSTERIANA. spec- ial price to reduce stock. 3^-in., 8c: 3-in.. 15c: 4-in. 3io: s-in., 50o:6-in., $1.00. 3, 4, 5-in ARECA LUTESCENS, 3 and 3 plants to a pot, same price. These are excellent lot of clean, cool grown plants. BOSTON FERNS. 4o. 8c, 15c, SOo and 60c each. DRACAENA INDIVISA, 3,4, 6-in., 6c, ICc, 35c each, CHINESE PRIMULA and CINERARIA fine plants, to close out. 3 and 4-in., 4c and 6c each. GLADIOLUS BULBS, eood mixture, $1,00 per 100. GERANIUMS, 2-in., Bonnat, double and single Grant, La Favorite, S. A. Nutt, Atkinson, Salleroi, $3.00 per 100; Poitevine, M. Barny, Kleber, John Doyle, Jaulin, Riccard, Mrs. E. G. Hill, Perkins, $4.00 per 100. CARNATIONS, rooted cuttings, Scott, McGowan, Portia, $1.00 per 100; E. Crocker G. Lord. Mar- quis, $1.50 per ICO: Prosperity, Lawsou, Queen Louise, Floriana, $5.00 per 100; Kittatinny, white sport from Daybreak, $3.00 per 100. ASPARAGUS SPRENGERI, 3-inch, $3.00 per 100; Plumosus, 3-inch, $8.00 per 100. Cash or C. O. D. GEO. M. EMUANS, TTEWTOIT, N. J. CANNAS liurbank, Henderson, Mme. Crozy, P- Vaughan, P. Mur- quant. L. E. Bally, A. Bouvier, J. C. Vaughan, E^andale, Souv. de Antoine Crozy in variety, started, $2 50 per 100. ALTERNANTHERAS c;. 60c,''postpaid: Pot plants, red, yellow, pink, $2 00 per 100. BOSTON FERN f^^S^^. '-"-''' '" Wlttboldll, strong, 4-in., 23c; 5-in., 50c; 6-in., 75d. large bench plants for 10-in. pots, $1.00. Begootas. flowering, in variety, 3Vi-in., 2^c. Ru«selia Multlflora and Blegantlssima|2V4-in.4c. Vlnca Malor, strong, fine runners, 2-in., 3c. Cash. A. J. BALDWIN, NEWARK, 0. FAXON'S T'^^ 10USE' PANSIES. The best mixture in cultivatioo, flowers very large, thick and velvety; of superb colors and markings. The perfection of form and texture. In Trade Packets at $1.00 each. M. B. FAXON, Lock Box 1528, BOSTON, MASS. CorreBpondence solicited. BARGAINS. READ THIS, FOR HERE IS WHAT YOU WANT AND WE WANT ROOM. Qeranlums, composed or S. A. Nutt, La Pilot, Richard Brett. Frances Perkins, Beaute Poitevine, Dble. Gen. Grant, Bruanti, Ruy Bias, Gloire de France, Gentaurean, Alph. Riccard, Margaret de Leyas, .Tas. Gaar, Wunder, Granville, La Favorite, Mme. Bruant, and several other varieties in 2^1 in. pots, also Rose Geraniums, and want shifting at once, at $2.60 per lOU; $20.00 per 1600 Special prices in lots of 5000 or more. 500 at 1000 rate. Coleus, in variety, 3y-in. pots, $1 50 per 100; rooted cuttings 61o. rer 100; $5.00 per 1000. Verschaffeltil and Queen, 70c. per 100; $6.00 per lOOO. Anthemls Shower of Qold. R C, $1.50 per 10. Ageratum, in variety, 2y-in. pots, $3.00 per lOO; rooted cuttings, 60c. per 100. Fuchsias, in variety, 25i-in pots, $3.00 per 100; rooted cuttings, #1.35 per 100. Heliotrope, in variety, 2i4-in. pots, $3.00 per 100; rooted cuttings, $1.00 per lOO. Salvia, in variety, 3H-in. pols, 12.00 per 100; rooted cuttings, 75c. per 100. Var. Vincas. 2!<(-in. pots, $2.00 per ICO; rooted cuttings, fine, $1 00 per 100: 4-in. pots, $6 00 per lOO. Feverfew, from soil, 81.50 per lOO. Bnglish Ivy, from soil, $3.00 per 100. Cash with the order. J E. FELTHOUSEN, Schenectady, N Y. FOR EASTER We have the larg- est stock in the West in all sizes; Boston Ferns alao fine specimen plants. S^nd for sample order. Asparagus Plumosus and Sprenperi, Cinerarias, Geraniums, red, pink, white and salmon; also Rose Geraniums; Pelargoniums, Petunias, etc., etc. Write us you wants. GEO. A, KUHL. PEKIN, ILL. 100,000 Pansies. The Jennings' Strain, extra fine plants, all transplanted, many are fringed and curled, strong plants, $1.00 per 1000, express; 75c per luO mail. Large plants $1.00 per 100, by express only. Stock the finest. Grown in coolhouses. Seed. Sl.uO per pkt. Cash. E. B. JENNINGS, Uek Box 264, Sootliport, Conn. Grower of the Finest Pansies. Piease mention the American J^lorisi when writing. HEADOIARTERS GERANIUM NOVELTIES: Thos. Meehan, semi- double dark pink; Levi P. Morton, semi-double maroon; Dutchess of Orleans, single oriole: Ernest Kellway. semi-doubie crimson; J. J. Harrison, semi- double scarlet, and Snow Drift, semi-double white: all winners. Extra strong rooted cuttings, $2.00 per 100; 820.00 per 1000. STANDARDS: S. A Nutt. E. G. Hill, Beaute Poitevine, Pran''e8 Perkios, Alphonse Riccard, Mme. Bruant, Mme. Jaulin, Athlete, LaFavorite, J M. Gaar, extra strong rooted cuttings, $1.75 per 100; $16.00 per 1000. DOUBLE FRINGED PETUNIAS Our superb collection consisting of twelve novelties selected from Henderson's and Dreer's latest sets. Extra Strong Rooted Cuttings, $1.00 per 100; $9.00 per 1000; $40 per 5000. Henderson's celebrated Sea Foam, $1.50 per 100. Send for our special Geranium List. Cash with Order. Satisfaction Guaranteed. Tne W. T. Buckley Plant Co., Springfield, III. BEGONIfl GLOIRE DE LORRAINE, 2j^-lnch pots, $15.00 per 100. Write for prices on large lots. Stock guaranteed absolutely free from disease. THOMAS ROLAND, Nahant, Mass. SPECIALTIES ROSES, from 3-inch pots. . |««»e# CARNATIONS, for all deUvery, in iJcai CHRYSANTHEMUMS. Va..i«»#i«»c SMILAX, VIOLETS. YariCllCM Prices Low. Send for List. WOOD BROTHERS, Fishkill, N. Y. Please mention the American Florist when writing. 224 The American Florist. Mar. 4-in. pots 2.50 Areca Lutescens, 21^-in. pots, Per 100 $30.00 per ICOO $1.00 Areca Lutescens, 3-in. pots 8.00 Areca Lutescens, 4-in. pots., 3 plants in a pot 20.00 Kentia Belmoreana, 3^-in. pots 7 00 Kentia Belmoreana, 3 in. pots 15 OO Latania Borbonica, 2V(-iD. pnts 3.00 Latania Borbonica, Sin. pot, $40 per 1000 ,'> 00 Pandanus Utilis, 2!4-in. rots 5.O0 Pandanus Utilis, 4 in pots I.'i.OO Pandanus Veitchii,4-in. pots, $6.00 perdoz. Per 100 ASPARAGUS PLUMOSUS. 3!4-in $4.00 ASPARAGUS SPRENGERI. btront;.2l4-in.. .. 20O ASPARAGUS SPRENGERI. strong. 3-in 3.00 SPIRAEAS. Nana Coinpacta. Aslilboides, Fluri'Mioda and Japonica at 3.50 AZALEA MOLLIS, fine for Enster 3.-. 00 TUBEROUS ROOTED BEGONIAS, single, separate colors 3.00 TUBEROUS ROOTED BEGONIAS. doubl>, separile colors fl.Oi) GLOXINIAS 4.C0 Hi Storrs& Harrison Co. PAINESVILLE, OHIO. f^^^^^^^ ««^k^i^k^M ROOTED CUTTING LIST NOW READY POR Per 100 Per 1000 Marguerites $ .75 $ 6.00 Heliotrope, 4 varieties 60 5.00 English Ivy 2.00 18.00 Pyrethrum, double white l.OO 8.0O Achyrantbes, 4 varieties 1.00 8.00 Salvia, 4 varieties 60 5.60 Ageratum, 6 varieties 60 5.00 Afternanthera. 4 varieties 75 6.00 Fuchsias, 3 varieties 1.25 10.00 Abutilona, 12 varieties 2.00 18.00 Coleus, 75 varieties, named 75 6.00 not named 60 5.00 Versohafleltii, red 60 4.50 golden 60 4.50 SHIPMENT. Per 100 Per 1000 Coleus, Golden Bedder 60 4.50 Brilliancy 8 00 Rnctnn FprnC strong, bushy, well grown UUStUII ■ CI 119 stock for immediate ship- ment. Per 100 Per 1000 2H-inch pots 12.60 122.00 2V4-inch pots 3.00 28.00 3 -inch pots 6.00 55.00 PTERIS TREMULA, 2M-inch pots, per 100, ja.OO; 2H-ii'. pots, per 100, $3.00; 3-in. pots, per 100, 15, For list of varieties see American Florist of Nov. 9. If wanted by mail add 16o per 100. Sam- ples by mail 25c. "All the above sold on the positive guarantee of their being first-class, if not, your money at once refunded. JOHN IRVINE & SONS, Bay City, Mich. WE CARRY The Largest and most Complete Stock of DAHLIAS in the World. lOnO HAUI I AC Admiral Schley. Eureka. IdUZ UHriLIHO Gold Standard, Black Bird. Pink Dandy. Leone. Prolusion, Alba Superoa, Gaillardia, ludah mti.I Olympia. All sterling \ Mi-Tl<':in v:i rietirs. 9nih PontlirU Coll*-''.tinn or lOOl contains u ZUill UClllUiy suptrb new American dahlias. Send for our up-to-date dahlia catalogue. .\lso special list of flit flower dahlias. W. p. Peacock, sp^ed^ifst, Atco, N. J. VERBENA KING Rooted Cuttings now ready Express prepaid. 100 lOuO Verbenas, nami-it.J 60 $5.00 Daisies, white and yellow 1.00 8.00 Heliotrope, 12var, 1.00 6.00 Smilax, strong pit 1.50 Salvias, 4 bestvars. named. Rooted Cu'tlngs 1.00 8.01 Big Boston and Plumoiui in 4 inch pots, write. That cash or C. O. U. C. Humleld, Clay Center. Ka(. Ptease mention the American t'loriit whe*t •!t>*-iting. FOR 1902 New Geraniums *'J. D. Blsele," single, pure wine r^'d. A /.ouale of most brilliant and new colorinR, a splendid bedder, producinc an abundance of larpe trusses. "Jamej Davidson/* single, lavender lilac, a color which has never before been approached, shows almost a distinct blue color eveoioKS. Trusses very large, a fine novelty. 35o each; $3.00 per dozen. Novelties of former years, assorted and labeled, at $6.00 per 100. CYCLAMEN GIGANTEUM SEEDLINGS from the very best Gerninn Strain obtainable. Transplanted^ $2.50 per 100; not tranBplunted, $1.75 per 100. Cash please. HENRY EICHHOLZ, Waynesboro, Pa. Please mention the American Florist zi'hen -ttiting. AZALEAS. 10 to rj-in,. 40iM'nts each; largo plants, ,■•,0 cents. CrCLAMENS. -l-in., $H per ICO; CYCLA- MENS, fi-in , %\.fO per dozen. CINERARIAS. 4-iu., $8 per W; CINERARIAS, .'viii, $1..W per dozen. HARRISII LILY PLANTS, 10 cents per bud. OBCON- ICA PRIMROSES, 4-in., $1.00 per do/en. All the above ar.^ ^iiarantepil rlttht for Easter. PANSIES, larjie trapHpltinted plants, BOc per 100; $3 per 1000. WHITTON & 80N8. Comtr CKy and Qr*tn SK., UTIOA. N. Y. Ptetise mcKtion the American F/ortst ivhen U'titing. igo2. The American Florist. 225 CANNAS Dormant Roots, I to 3 eyes. Per 100 Per 1000 Africa $6.00 AUemania 3.60 $30.00 Alphonse Bouvler 3.00 Alsace 4.00 Asia 5.00 Austria 2.00 15.00 Beaute de Poitevine 3 50 Black Beauty 13.00 Burbank 350 30.00 Captain Dragon 6-00 Chas. Henderson 1.50 Chevalier Besson 4 00 Comte de Bouchaud 4.00 Crimson Bedder 3.50 Egandale 4 00 Kiplorate ur Crampbel 4.00 Fair Persian 4.00 Florence Vaughan 4.00 Golden Bedder 3 00 G. St. Hilaire 3.50 Italia 1.60 13.00 J. T. Lovett 3.50 La France 4 OJ Leonard Vaughan 6.00 M. Laforcade 3.00 Mile. Berrat 4.C0 Mme. Crozy 4.00 Mme. Molin 4.00 Mme. Monteflore 3.00 15.00 Mme. Sallier 6.00 MorningStar 300 15.00 Papa 4.00 Paul Marquant 3.50 Philadelphia 5.00 Queen Charlotte 3.50 Robusta 3.00 15.00 Rose Unique 4.00 Secretary Chabanne 4.00 Souv. de Antoine Crozy 5.00 Mixed, all colors 1.00 8.00 Pot up Cannas now. Ask tor oar Special Spring catalogue. This offer is made subject to itock being unsold upon receipt of order. BOBBINK & ATKINS, RUTHERFORD, N, J. HobenzoUern Asters, pure white, delicate rose and crimson, new (Roemer's) last year novelty. Grandest Aster to date. Mammoth size, 7 inches across, double to the center; finest colors. Plants branching, strong stems 18 to 20 inches long, re- sembling a large Japanese chrysanthemum, un- surpassed for cutting or bedding plants, 60 cents per 100; $5.00 per lOOO. Queen of the Market, white, pint, scarlet and miied. Ostrich Feather Aster, white, pink, crimson, extra fine; upright branching asters, outer petals recurved, center getals incurved. Pure White Daybreak, pink, ^ry scarlet and lavender. Late Branching or Semple's, white, rose, pink, lavender, red and mixed. All the above are the best money makers for florists, true to name, assorted to suit. Strong healthy plants from seed bed, 40 cents per 100; »3.00 per 1000. L6tlUC6 rlBntSi plants, 15 cents' per 100; $1.00 per 100'. All the above express prepaid for cash with order. DES MOINES PLANT CO., 38th St., Pes Moines, Iowa. GERANIUMS Per ICO 16 fine varieties, 2}^-inch pots f 3 00 16 fine varieties, 3-inch pots 4 00 200 Pelargoniums mixed, 2;^-in. pots 3 00 500 Asparagus Sprengerl, 2-inch pots 2.00 Coleus, 15 varieties, 2-inch pols 2.00 Vinca Var., 2-inch pots 2.50 Pansy Plants, from seed beds,iO0O,$3 .50 CASH OR C. 0. D. J. H. CUNNINGHAM, Delaware. 0. Rooted Cuttings. A'tprnanthera. strong, red and yellow, 50c per 100. Coleus. 25 sorts, 5:o per 100. Ageratum, PriDcess Pauline, 50c per 100. Salvia. 4 sorts, 65c per 100. Single Salmon Geraniums, 50c per 100. 2-inch stock for cuttings, Coleus, 25 sorts, $1.00 per 100. RANDOLPH BROS., Dalavan, III. ARECA LUTESCENS, per doz.^-in., $3; 5-in. $5; 6-in., $9. KENTIA BELMOREANA, per doz.^-in , $4; 5-in., $9; 6-in., $18. KENTIA FORSTERIANA, per doz.— 4-in., $4; 5-in., $9; 6-in., $15. LATANIA BORBONICA, per doz.— 4-in., $3; B-in., $5; 6-in., $9; 7 ill.. *l": 8-in., $!4. FICUS ELASTICA, 6-in., $9 per doz. ARALIA SIEBOLDII. 6-in., $4 perdoz. ; 6-in., $6 per doz. PANDANUS VEITCHII, per doz —5-in., $12; 6-in., $18; 8-in ,$36. NEPHROLEPIS BOSTONIENSIS. runners, $30 per 1000; 2-in , $1 per 10(; 8-in., $15 per doz. NEPHROLEPIS WITIBOLDII, fine specimens from H-in. pots, $15 per doz. ASPARAGUS PLUMOSUS NANUS, Jrom seed bench, $25 per 1000; 3-in., $1 per 100: 3 in., $8 per 100. FERNS FOR DISHES, Etc.. $4 per 100. FERN BALLS, well furnished with leaves, $5 per doz. ThBGEO.WITTBOLDCO. 1657 Buckingham PI., Chicago. SHASTA DAISY EVERYBODY ADMIRES THE LATEST FLORAL WONDER. White as the snow which forever caps SHASTA'S LOFTY PEAK. Reckless in its profusion of bloom. Hardy and happy everywhere. The people's flower. FOR CIRCULARS ADDRESS Burbank'sExperiment Farms SANTA ROSA, CALIFORNIA. OR ANY PROMINENT SEEDSMAN OR FLORIST. Dahlias Mrs,Winters THE WORLD'S BEST WHITE DAHLIA. Novelties and Stand ■ ardvarieties. 18vrs'. experience and have failed of no prize competed for. See my catalogue before placing your order. Also fine field-grown Hollyhocks at $J.5J per 10'. Cannas, Pajonias and Hardy Plants. Cheap mix- tures are dear; get the best. W. W. WILMORE, The Dahlia Specialist, Box 382, DENVER. COLO. California, We have some choice Hybrid Carnation Seed from Lawson, Crane, Marquis, Cloud and Maceo, 100 seeds 25c. New Giant of California Pansy seeds, very large f owers, trade packet 25c; J oz $4 Giant of Cali- fornia Pansy Plants, ready to transplant, $2.50 per JCOO. HITTING FLORAL COMPANY, Looms, CALIFORNIA. GHRYSflNTHEMUMS are our SPECIALTY. We also offer a complete list of Carnations, Cannas, Pelargoniums, JStc. Send for Catalogue. Nathan Smith & Son, Adrain, IMIch. 3, 3 or more eyes, Mme. _ _ ___ _. - . Crozy, A. Bouvier, Phila., Crimson Bedder, M. Bouchaud, CANNAS; Queen Charlotte, P. Marquant. etc., $3.00 per lOU; Duke of Marlborough. Black Prince, new, $3.00 per 100. Finest mixture of all colors, $1.00 per 100. FOR EASTER! CINERARIAS, Benary A C^nnell's Prize Strains, 3 in.. $3.5U per 100. STOCKS. Ger- man dwarf, wall flower-leaved, blue, white, red, each kind. 2-in., $2.00 per IDO. Cash please. Shellroad Greenhouse Co., Grange, Baltimore. Md. 500,000 VERBENAS. 60 finest named varieties, including our NEW ^^MAMMOTm WHITE. "MRS. McKINLEY." The finest white verbena grown ; perfectly healthy; ;^ free from disease. Rooted cuttings. 60c per 100; $5 00 per 1000. Plants, $2.50 per 100; $20.i 0 JT^ per 1000. Our list is the choice of millions of seedlings. Send for circular. cj. L, DILLON, BlOOMSBUBG. PaT" HUUE-GBOWN, FIMB, CLEAN STOCK; GROWN COOL. Write lor Price Lilt. J. B. HEISS. The Exotic Huraeriea, DAYTON, OHIO. Please mentj on the American Flurist when zvrti'tJix GERANIUMS. Double Grant, Bruanti, Alphonse Ricoard. J .1 Harrison, Mme. Thibau-, John Dovle, Beauie Poitevine, Mme. Jaulin, Glotre de France. La Favorite, S. A. Nutt, Kelway, Frances Perkins, etc., labeled, from 314-inch pots, $3 per HO; %'A per 1000. Mixed, my selection, $J.6u per 100; $2J per 1000. PAUL MAOER, Cast Stroudsburg, Pa. Alternantheras p. MAJOR ard A. NANA Strong: rooted ca«ting8, 50 ctg per 100, or S4.00 per 1000. DAVIS BROS., MORRISON, ILL. Please mew'.ionthe American floriit when u/rttin^. 226 The American Florist. Mar. 8, Toronto. TRADE EXCELLENT.— STOCK PLENTIFUL BUT PRICES HOLD WELL. — OFFICIiL PARTY VISITS DONLOP. — PLACE IN FINE ARRAY.— SOCIETY MEETS. Trade has braced up a little the past week, but is still erratic. Roses continue good and plentiful, and although the demand has fallen off somewhat, the prices are still well maintained. Bulbous stock keeps moving nicely. Violets are very plentilul and large quantities can be had at bargain prices. The bright days which we have experienced lately have given us a splendid outlook for Easter and though there is still the cry that lilies will be scarce, from the quantities I have seen around the different houses there will be plenty for all. Genistas, rhododendrons, lilacs, Crimson Ramblers, hybrid and moss roses are well advanced and if the weather is at all favorable all will be ready in good time. While en route to Niagara Falls to wel- come Prince Henry, the Countess of Minto and party honored T- H. Dunlop with a visit, intelligence of which had been tile- graphed by Comptroller Guis--. Her Excellencv is well versed in horticulture and was much interested The visit could not have been more opportune, as everything was in prime condition. The Countess of Grev, who was with the party, left an order for Prosperity, Mrs. Lawson, Governor Roosevelt, Olympia and some of the other newer carnations, which she will introduce into England in April. . The Toronto Horticultural Society held the first of its monthly meetings in St. George's Hall on March 4. The meet- ing was well attended and a very credit- able exhibitionof plants was made. Some nice orchids were shown by Geo. Mills. There was also on view a silver challenge cup which will be given at the carnation meeting for best vase ot carnations. St. Patrick's Day has created an extra demand for oxalis the last few vears. H. G. D. StSSIp'"' FERNS %Vr^i?oo GALAX, green or bronze, 75o per ICOO. Laurel festooning. 4o, 5c and 6o per yd. Once used, — - always used for decorating. SPHAGNUM MOSS, etc. RIPPLEY'S No. 7 SPRAYING & WHITEWASH OUTFIT Telegraph Office New Salera, Mass. CROWL PERN CO.. P. O. MllllDgtoo. Mb»». CLEAN, DRY TOBACCO STEMS BARREL.BD. Having bought all stems iiKule in several iurge factories, will have more than we need for our own use and will be able to quote reasonable fig- ures. If you r<;quire any write us for prices. Frank Shearer & Son, Br,gh;Xo.N:Y. WILD SMILAX. "(^^{^ pounds, t!.00. Daffodils and .lunquils per lOO, *1.C0; per KOO, Jk 00. F. & S. LEE, Marion, Ala. ■Id Sold under a guarantee to be as represented. Capacity 60 to 75 Gallons per hour; reduced toafine mist, All working parts of pump made of best Red Brass, Has standard Oak Barrel, with heavy Galvanized Hoops. 36inch round edgeiron wheel, so as not to cut lawns. Rigged to be shoved by hand or pulled by horse. It is designed to meet the demands of City and Suburban Residents, Parks, Cemeteries, Spray- ing Orchards. Fine for Whitewashing Build- ings, etc. Net cash price No. 7 Outfit equipped with 5 feet best hose and 6 feet extension rod; one double Vermorel and one Calla long dis- tance nozzle, same as shown in cut, $21.50. Rigged for horse, $22.B0. Mail 5 cents in stamps and receive copy of our 1902 Sprayer and Breeders' Supply Catalogue. Rippley Hardware Co. Manufacturer of Sprayers, BOX 19. GRAFTON. ILL. Galax Leaves ThekervanCo. 30 W. 29ih street the evergreen SPECIALISTS OF N. Y. CITY. FANCY DAGGER HARDY GUT FERNS Following Prices after February 1st: In 1,000 lots $1.2.5 per 1000 In BOOOlots 1.20 InlO.OOOlots 1.10 In25,0001ots 1.00 L. B. BRAQUE, Hinsdale, Mass Please n 'ntion the American Florist when wrtttne. DCIICIIDCD yo" can get our Standard Brands IILlllLniDLn of Wild Smilax and other Greeni from such people as J. B. Dtamuit, Chleago. H. Bay«r(dorf«r S Co., Phlta. L. J. Kmhover, N. Y. CKy. Vail Scad Co., Indianapolis. Ed. Raid, Philadalphla. J. M. McCullough't Sons, Cincinnati, 0. MIchlflan Cut Flower Exchange, DctraK, Mich. or direct from us. A Fni.L SurpLT Conbtantlt on Hand. Caldwell The Woodsman Co., Evergreen, Ala. Galax Leaves,Etc. Choice Bronze and Green, medium size 8 .50 Choice Bronze and Green, large size 55 Choice Leucothoe Sprays 3.00 Choice Fancy and Dagger Perns 76 Choice Rhododendron Leaves 50 Rhododendron Leaves for festoonings.SOo per 1000 Largest dealer on earth. Cash with first order. J. N. PRITCHARD, ELK PARK, N. C. WE NOW OFFER "Chemicals" for making LIQUID COMPOST. Dry powders all soluble in wiitor. composts coat leaa than Ho per gal. Correapondencn invited. EASTERN CHEMICAL COMPANY, 620 Atlantic Ave., Boston. Tobacco Dust The pure article, fine or coari^e as wanted. .50 lbs., $1.00; 200-lb. barrel, $3.00. Sample traa. Monay lotumad It not satlslaotory. Edgar A. Murray, 136 Ash St.,Detroit,Mlch Please mention the American Florist when writing. CYPRESS Is FarMo|re Durable Than pine rCjYPRESSi , SlASH BARS ^ UPTb32 FEETOR LONGER. (Greenhouse AND OTHER BUILDING MATERIAL, MEN FURNISHED TO SUPERINTEND ERECTION WHEN DESmED. Send for our Circularls. THEA.T•S+eA^^5 lumbeH C9" fjEPO^SET, 30ST0N.MaSS NIKOTEEN IT COST< 4 CENT5 FOR EACH 600 FEET OFt -^ FLOOR SPACE C- DOES NOT INJURE THE MOST SENSITIVE 501D BY SEtBSMtN CIRCULAR F SKABCURA DIPCO.CniCACO. Causperleptha TTHE most effective combined Fungicide and Insecticide op to date. Try it. Price per quart, 75c: t-2 gallon, $1.25; gallon, $2.00. Walter Mott Seed & Bulb Go. 108-110 E. Stoond St., Jamtttown, N. Y. :go2. The American Florist. 227 TO KILL ALL Greenhouse Bugs USE u NICOTICIDE Clean and harmless as Fumigant or Spray. Ask your seedsman for it or write to The Tobacco Warehousing and Trading Co., 1000 Magnolia Ave., Louisville, Ky Boston Florist Letter Go. MANUFACTURERS OP FLORISTS' LETTERS. Thl*! ■u'ooden box nicely stained and var- nislied, 18x30x13 made in t\70 sections, one for eacii eizj *etter, given away witli first order of 600 letters. Block Letters, IH or 2-lnch size, per 100, $2.00. Script Letters, $4. Fastener with each letter or word. Used by leadin? florists everywhere and for sale by all wholesale florists and supply dealers. N. F. McCarthy, Treas. and Managef, 84 Hawley St., BOSTON, MASS. TIN FOIL Plain, Fancy, Printed & Mounted, Slanafactared by Tlie Conley Foil Co. 631 to 641 West 36tli St , HEADQDABTER8 FOB HORTICULTURAL SUPPLIES Of Every Description. When you can't get what you want anywhere else, send here, we will send it to you. "If it's used In Horticulture, we have It." DU N N E & CO. J 64 W. 30tt St.. Ntw Ytit. Telephone Gall, 1700 Madiion Square. A. HERRMANN, Cape Flowers, au-colobs; Cycas Leaves, Metal Designs, Ai°> All Florists' Sapplies. Send tor Piloei. «««.4lt ■■•! S4th at.. MKW VOBK- Mention the American Florist when writing to advertisers on this page. ^▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼w ▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼ w \ Your order for EASTER NOVELTIES should be placed without any delay, as our New Impor- tations of Plant Baskets, Chip Ribbon, Birch Bark Crosses, Porto Rican Mats, Water-proof Crepe Paper (all kinds) ; also Cords and Tassels have just arrived. In order to secure the Very Latest and Best EASTER GOODS, your prompt attention will avoid disappointment, and give best satisfaction. Catalogue for the asking. For all Up-to-Date Florists' Supplies, send to the Easter Leading Florists Supply House. M. RICE & CO., Importers and Manufacturers 918 Filbert St., Philadelphia, Pa. A.A.A.A.AAA.A.AAAAAA.A.A AAA.AA.AAAAA.AAAAAA AA.AAA.A..^A .^AA.^AA.*..». .A A. A. A. J ▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼ VVV ▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼ ^T^rW^r^rWWW WWWW^W^^ ▼▼V" " kk .Just Issued New Series. SAMPLE NEWSPAPER of ARTISTIC ARRANGEMENT" By J. OLBERTZ, Erfurt, Germany. Superior models for all customers; contains 90 patterns of modern art floral arrange ment, printed on the finest cardboard. Size of the art sheets, S^^xlO^ inches. Catalogue in the English Language. Elegant portfolio, gold stamped, with colored picture, containing loose sheets, |2.25. Edition de luxe, J2,7S. Volumes I and II together: Portfolio, $4.35; Album, |S,30. Post free on receipt of price. A^^ W • ^^ ^ from Bayersdorfer & Co, represents a wise invest- VjUMPlMMdlT ™^"'* Baskets, Jardinieres, Pot Covers, Fern- eries, Vases, Doves, Sheaves, Inscriptions, Cycas Wreaths and Leaves. These are only a fraction of the list of useful Florists' Supplies we carry. The quality is the BEST and the price is RIGHT. Send for Complete Catalogue. H. Bayersdorfer & Co., 50-56 No. Fourth St., Philadelphia, Pa. a BLACK DEATH jy (POW/DCB) TO UT THEREOF IS TO DIE. BUG KILLER and FERTILIZER. Three years of unprecedented success wherever intro- duced all over the United states has proved "BLACK DEATH" to be acbeap and absolute anoibilator of all iusec s, bugs or beetles that prey oa vegetation, foliage and flowers. See what Peter Reioberg said in this paper, Feb. 8. Other strong indorsements sent on receipt of postal card. Western Sales Agency, S36 Franklin St., Chicago. HANDT.KD BY SEEDSMEN. S. D. STKYKEK, Agent SiGMUND GELLEB Importer and MIr. oi Florists' Supplies Complete stock — New Qcoda— New Illo.tmted Cataloeue Now Ready. Send for it. 108 W. 28th St., near 6th Ave., NEW YORK, Please mention the A merican Florist when writing. Invalid Appliance Go., COLUMBIA PLANT TUBS "Tfae kind (hit d< rr Ull apart." d'c hiuidk tbtm. REED & KELLER, 122 & 119 W, 25th St., NEW YORK, N. Y. MANUFACTURERS OF FLORISTS' WIRE DESIGNS. IMPORTERS AND DEALERS IN FLORISTS' SUPPLIES. GalaxQLeaves'and all Decorative Greens. LABELS Whenyoubuy Tree aod Pot Labels, be sure you get the Best, Lightest and Chear est. Madeof a metal that will not corrode, break, rust or letters fade. Can be read in 100 years from now. Samples free and prices quoted on application. Plain Metal Labels to scratch any nnme you want, %l per lOtO Address "W, 0-. '^OXJ.^^G,^ 323 BROWN ST.. DAYTON« O. Please mention the American Florist wfiert wnttntf Fresh Tobacco Stems. Bales of 300 pounds, $J.50. Cash With Ordkk W. C. BECKERT, Allegheny, Pa. PURE SHEEP MANURE In natural state makes the 1 best LIQUID fertilizer. $1.00 per jbbl., f. o. b cars, Kirkland, 111 Write for prices on car load lots; also on Dried, Unpulverized and Pulverized, MONTANA FERTILIZER CO., Elgin, III. PUa&e mention the American Florist when writing. 228 The American Florist. Mar. 8, Buffalo. TRADB UNCERTAIN AND MOST STOCK IN OVBESUPPLV. — NOTES OF LOCAL INTER- EST. Trade is quiet, excepting for bargains oficred by different stores to coax buyers. Funeral work has been fair but that, ot course, is not steady business. Supply in all flowers is more than equal to the demand. Lilies and all bulbous stock, are plentiful, the only scarce flowers seem- ing to be Bride roses. Bridesmaids and others are in profusion. Fine carnations are coming in. The few fine days last week brought out flowers in abundance. On some roads the delays have been great, owing to the washouts, which interfered with both shipping and receiv- ing stock. We are grieved to announce the death of Mrs. Fred. Wise, wife of one of the firm of Wise Bros., East Aurora, which occurred last week. Among her friends in East Aurora she was very warmly esteemed. S. B. Smiley has about arranged his loses and will start rebuilding at once. Mr. and Mrs. W. F. Kasting have returned from Indianapolis and Ctiicago. Visitor: J. A. Valentine, of the Park Floral Company, Denver, Col , for whom Phil. Scott works. W. A. Washington. BDSINESS CONTINUES FAIR DESPITE THE UNPLEASANT WEATHER. — NOTES OF INTEREST. Trade is fairly good considering the unpleasant weather we have had. Roses, carnations, violets and sweet neas are coming in plentifully. J. R. Freeman made a fine crescent wreath on an easel, of cattleyas, dendrobiums, lily of the valley and Bridesmaid roses, lor Prince Henrv to place on the tomb of George Washington on his visit to Mount Ver- non, February 28 Senator Perkins, ot California, gave a dinner at the Metropolitan Club March 1. The decorations were done by the American Rose Company, using exclu- sively Miss Alice Roosevelt rose. John H. Ley has a fine lot of gen- istas in bloom and they seem to h^ in demand. P- G Used all ovr the United States. SOD CRUSHER and Pulverizer They will save you the amount they cost you in one week. No. 1, $10; No. 2, $15; No. 3, »2S. Send for catalogue and testimonials. Slid only by WM.r.KASTING 481 Washington St. BUFFALO. N. Y WRITE AF IfnUR 1S21-23 N. LBAVITTl I li KUnili OHIOAQO. ILL., rOB PBIOEB OT Standard Pots wbloh foritrength and poroiity combined are tfae beat od the market. THE AMERICAN FLORIST'S COLOR CHART PRICK IS CENTS POSTPAID. AMERICAN FLORIST CO., 322 Daarborn It. ChlNgo Awarded theonlv flrit- ol&iiCartiflcateol Merit by the Society of A B er- toao Flonstiftt BoitoD Auk. 21 1890, for stand - ard Flower Poii sil"n)ARD> ONC Island C'TY HILADELPHIA Traveling Representative, U. CUTLER RYERSON, 108 Third Ave. Newarli, N. J. STANDARD FLOWER POTS ! Packed in small crates, easy to handle. Pots Price per crate 1500 2-in., in crate. Pots Price per crate 15U0 2H " 5.28 1500 2V4 " 6-(W 1000 3 " 6.00 800 31,4 " 5.80 600 4 " 4.60 320 5 " 4 51 144 6 " 3.16 Seed pans, same price as pots, list of Cylinders for Cut Flowers. 120 7 ; 60 8 48 9 48 10 24 11 24 12 12 14 6 16 in crate $4 20 3.00 3.60 4.80 3 60 " 4.80 " 4.80 4.50 Send for price Hanf^ing Bas- kets, La'wn Vases, etc. 10 per cent off for cash with order. HILFINQER BROS' POTTERY, OR ... FORT EDWARD, N Y. AcansT Rolkbb ••"" AMERICAN FLORIST COMPANY, 324 Dearborn Street, CHICAGO. The Highest award at the New York Carnation Show was given to a man who has forty-three (43) of our AUTOMATIC VENTILATORS OUR VENTILATORS are at work in the Central Park Conservatories. Prevents yiidew Operates to perfection In catchy weather. Commercial growers use them largely. The Automatic Ventilator does Its own thinking. Saves all labor. Improves the growth ef plants. Especially good for Roses. Will last a life- time and soon pay for themselves. The Automatic Ventilator ventilates as necessity requires. The Chadborn Patent Antomatic Yeotflator for Greenhouses, and also Temperature Regulator for Radiators. One of our Washington. D. C, patrons says, under date of Jan. 8, 1902, "I have the finest carnations in Washington." They are equally good for roses. MANUFACTURED BY THE CHADBORN MFG. CO. Broadway and High St., Newburg, N. Y. Our llluitrated Catalogue, Price(. Elc, it youn lor the aiklng. WE VENTIUTED THE NORTH CONSERVATORY AT THE PAN-AMERICAN EXPOSITION AND TOOK THE GOLD MEDAL FRUIT AND FLOWER PLATES Seed Packets and Supplies ol all kinds lor NURSERYMEN, FLORISTS and SEEDSMEN SBND FOR PRICB LIST, Stock Cuts, lOo per square inch. Engraving by all processes. Printing and Lithographing. Illustrated Catalogues a specialty. VREDENBURG & CO., Rochester, N. Y. Adjustable Vase Holders No. 1.— Brass, nickel, 4 feet long, 8 clasps to each rod. Price complete (with green or white tum- blers) t2.25. Price complete (with green or white oornncopla vases) $2.60. No. 2. — Heavy 4 ft. rod brassed and nickeled, with three clasps for 6 to 0- Inoh pots, each, 11.75. Klft's patent rubber capped Flowib TiTBBa, IM-lnch diameter, per 100, |8.N. lOSEPH KIFT ft SON. I72S ChMtnul 81.. Phlla.. Pa. AdjustablePlantStands THE BEST ON THE MARKET. I stand $1.50: 3 Stands S4.00: 6 Stands £7 90; 12 Stands SI4. 00. YOU NEED THtM IN YOUR BUSINESS. C. B. WHITNALL, MILWAIKEE, WIS. TheHorticultural Trade Journal THE LARGEST, BR>GnTEST AND BEST Horticultural Trade paper in the British Islea. It contains MORE ADVERTISEMENTS. MORE ILLUSTRATIONS and MORE NEWS than any of its contemporaries. Read by the whole of the British trade and all the best European bouses every week. Annual subscription, 75 cents. Specimen copy post free. Published weekly. Korlloullural Tradt Journal Co., Padlham, Lanea., Cng. I™ Regan Printing House s«»"" CATALOGUES f LORISTS' ^"'"'■W^***'** 87-9J Plymouth Place, jt jt J* CHICAGOj* J* GARDENING Tor Amuteur hiuI Trofessionftl GanhinriM. The lifHdlng Aiuerl<'un Journul of Horti- niltiin- I'"tiri'itiii SnhHt-riplions $L'.r»1) per yciir. Siilllp!)' Cnpit'S I'"rf<'. THE GARDENING CO. ghr^'aVoVnV.Ta.s.A. igo2. The American Florist. 231 RENDLE'S Greenhouse Construction NOW BEING ERECTED FOR HOWARD GOULD, ESQ., SANDS POINT, L. I. TlHE above cut represents a perspective view of the range of Conservatories and Greenhouses now being erected by me for HOWARD GOULD, Esq., at Sands I^S^' Point, Long Island, which will cover over 20,000 square feet of ground and is ' probably the largest private range of greenhouses in the country. All the greenhouses are absolutely fireproof, no wood at all being used except for the doors. The roof, sides and ends are to be glazed on the "Paradigm" System of Glass Roofing, an illustrated catalogue of 40 pages descriptive of same sent free on application. SOUTHEAST VIEW OF ABOVE RANGE. Horticultural Buildings of every description erected. Arthur E. Rendle, Horticultural Architect and Builder TELEPHONE 1094 JOHN. 116 Nassau St., New York. m^m 232 The American Florist. Mar. c?, kidex to Advertliert. Advertising^ rates... -04 Allen J K 208 American B:ower Co IV American Rose Co. I I[ Amling E C 207 Asohmann Godfrey. 222 Baldwin A J 223 Bassett Sl Wash- burn 207 216 Baur S Alfred I Bayersdorfer H & Co 227 Beokert W C 237 Benthey & Co 207 Bemheimer Eugene 208 Berning H G 206 Bird F \V & Son. . . . 228 Bobbink <& Atkins. 225 Boston Letter Co... 227 Brague L B 226 Brant A; Noe 207 Brant ti D 221 Brod John 220 Bruns H N 207 Buckley W T Plant Co 223 BudlongJA 207 219 Bunyard HA 2a6 Burbank Luther 225 Burpee WA&Co.. II Butz W T * F P.... 222 Caldwell the Woods- man Co 226 Carmody J D 229 ChadbornMfgCo.. 230 Chicago Carnation Co 212 Chicago House Wkg Co 233 lU IV CinoinCutFlowerCo 2C6 Clucas«*L:Boddington II Conard & Jones Co. 317 Conley Foil Co 227 Cottage Gardens. .. . 2|6 Cowee Arthur al3 Craig Robt&Son.. 224 Crowl Fern Co 224 Cunningham DO.. Glass Co Ill Cunningham Jos U. 225 UalUedouze Bros... . 219 Uavia Bros 225 ueamud J B 2i,6 DesMoines Plant Co 2.^5 Detroit Flower Pot Mfy 2:8 Dietsch A <9 Diller Caskey & Co. 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The subject assigned to me is an inter- esting as well as a problematic one with which to deal from the standpoint of the American rose grower. Unconsciously, perhaps, every new can- didate is measured and gauged by one of three sorts, American Beauty, Bride or Bridesmaid. Of each new comer it is asked, "Is it as good as Bride or Brides- maid or Beauty?" While we shall, in the future, undoubt- edly have as fine sorts in varying colors, it is not my good fortune to chronicle the advent of any such in this paper, though attempts at producing them are pro- ceeding in many places and we hope that the coveted yellow or red Bridesmaid may soon make its appearance. It is announced that there are to be added to our list this coming year a yellow and a pink Kaiserin; we shall be glad to welcome them and hope that they may be distinct enough to hold their places. One or two recent sorts, similarly described, have lacked the necessary qualities to give them permanence. Bessie Brown has many points that go to make up a valuable rose. While it is probably the grandest variety of Carnot color, it sometimes comes with crimped petals, which somewhat detracts from its beauty. Mrs. Mawley is certainly a fine tea rose of enormous size and produces a very large quantity of buds, but with us it often comes soft in texture and brings too many short stems. The EngUsh gold medal rose, Mildred Grant, is most beautiful and, whilst per- haps it has too great an infusion of the H. P. blood in its veins to force In winter, it should prove a fine rose for pot and garden culture. Lady Battersea is a lovely cherry crimson colored tea from Mr. George Paul. This we hoped would prove a valuable forcing variet3', but regret to say that it refuses to move into growth during three of the principal winter months. We had hoped for better things from it. Mrs. Oliver Ames should prove of value wherever Mme. Cusin prospers. It is a very fine shipping variety anil wonder- fully productive ai seen growing at Mr. May's place. It is a charming color and its delicate shadings lend beauty to a cluster of the variety. All those who succeed with Golden Gate will want Ivory. It is an ideal forcing rose and will doubtless secure a pl.acc for itself alongside of the Bride, which is saying a great deal. It is very prolific and of good constitution, and the quantity of flowers produced will com- mend it. Its sparsity of foliage is held against it by some, but the same objec- tion holds against Golden Gate. igol The a a/er/ca n Fl orist. 23 7 ^^v^ W W -^Sll^h^V ■^ ■ -^^^ i^^^^M-' .•^v ^- - " '^-".l--!S;^^^^"-i.^?---'' ^^^ ^X- ""^'^'^ ', .■^. :■•;.•*■■$' . Y^ .4.X'"'^-' '^'<:^'* ^^ .^'^ -v '-:>• -a% ■ .1 AMERICAN BEAUTY ROSE HOUSE OF T. W. LYDECKER, ENGLEWOOD, N. J. Dachess of Portland, Lady Beanclerc, Mamie Boadicea, Mrs. R B. Cant. Tbese charming British roses we have seen bearing their beautiful ilowers, but whether they will force in winter is questionable. However, they are each and everyone charmingly beautiful and will doubtless supplant many of the hybrid perpetuals which are now grown in onr gardens. No more finely shaped flowers than the above varieties produce can be found in any class of rose, and among their chief merits are large size and continuity of bloom. Out of over eighty varieties imported during the last eighteen months the fol- lowing commend themselves as being worthy of growing; Prince de Bulgaria, a fine salmon- tinted hybrid; Andre Rafly, in the way of Prince Camille de Rohan, but freer in bloom; Mme. J.Favre(H.T.); Due de Mortemart (H. T.); Miss Agnes C. Sherman (tea); Pharisaer (H. T.); Mina Barbanson; I^a Tosca (H. T); Mile. Viger (H. T.); Marquis de Quer- hoent (tea), a promising sort; Mme. E. Perrin (H. T.); Franco-Russe, a fine apricot yellow tea. I think the above named will surely prove interesting and worthy additions to the garden, or for growing in pots. We hope another year to chronicle the advent of some new American seedling roses, t ut they had best be exhibited ere much is said concerning them. The Best Garden Roses. BY DR. R. HUET. Climatic conditions must necessarily modify the selection of a list of the best garden roses. The personal experience of the writer is confined to the vicinity of Philadelphia, and what is here noted will apply especially to that locality, where the temperature rarely falls below 10° Fah. A variation of a few degrees is of no consequence in the cultivation of the hybrid perpetual class. But with teas, hybrid teas, noisettes and Bour- bons, this variation frequently means success or failure, as few of these varie- ties will endure long-continued exposure to low temperatures. In the portions of the United States where the winters are severe, the most popular class is the hybrid perpetual, as this is the only one able to resist extremely low temperatures without pro- tection; but wherever the winters are moderately mild, as in eastern New York, New Jersey and Pennsylvania, the hybrid teas are becoming deservedly pop- ular, as they live out of doors all winter and bloom all summer. I believe that the rose of the near future isthehjbrid tea class, for the roses of this cross in cultivation have given and are giving great satisfaction to the culti- vators, especially to amateurs who are growing th m as garden roses and who can certainly cut from a moderate collec- tion a vase of these roses every day from May until November. It is to be noted, however, that all hybrid teas are not continuous bloom- ers; for instance, the beautiful Gloire Lyonnaise and glorious Her Majesty, which should be listed in this class, as it has tea blood, its parentage being Mabel Morrison, crossed with Canary tea; this rose is successfully grown as far south as Florida. HYBBID PERPETUAL ROSES. Jiimes D. Paul. .Jeanoii* Dickson. .John liopper, Lady Heli'n Sl'-wart, Mahfl Morrison, Mme. Giit)riel Luizet Mairna Lh«rta. Margarel Dickson, Marie Bauiuann, Marie Verdier, Merveilli' de Lyon, Mrs. .Tolio Luing, .Mrs. >liarman Crawford, Paul Ncvron. Pnde of'Walthani, Prince Arthur, Prince Gimill.'de Rohan. RosslvQ. Rev. .7. B. M. ('aram, S. M Rodocanachi. Ulrich Brunner, Whi'e Baroness, ier Oliljo. Al Tred ( 'olonih, Alfred K. Williams, Annie Wood, liirone.s Roths-hild, Captiiin Haj ward, ("aroiine d'ArJen, Charles Lefebvre, Clio, Oounfi'38 of Oxford, Dinsmore, Dr. Andrv, Duke of T-.dinburtrh, Duke of Tei'k, Dupuy .Tacnain, Etienoe Leve . l-^uteiiie Verdier, Fisher Holmes, Francnia Miche'oo, Gen. .Tac"i'ii'T3inot, Giant of Battles. llBinri li S'-huliheis, •lames Hrownlow, Xav HYBRID teas: CONTINUOUS ROSES. Antoine Rivoire, Augustine Guinoiseau. Balduin, Bessie Brown, Captain Christy, Caroline Testout, Dacht'js of Albany, Gladys Harkness, Grass an Teolitz, Kaiserin A. Victoria, Kiilarney, Lady Clanmorris, La Fraoi'e, Miss E. Richardson, Mrs.GrantfB. Siebrecht). Reioe M. Henriette, Souv. Pr.sidentCarnot, Souv. Mme, E. Verdier, Viscountess Folkestone. MOSS BOSKS. CJomtesEi' de Murinais. Crimson Globe, Laneii, Blanche Moreau, Princess Adelaide (the old pink). CLIMBING R0SE8. j Crimson Rambler, Celine Forestier, Cheshunt Hybrid, Reine M. Henriftte, Gloire de Dijon, Micropliylla;, pink and white. The finest climbing rose in cultivation for this climate is undoubtedly Reine Marie Henriette. Budded it makes a luxuriant growth of several canes ten or twelve feet long, and blooms continu- ously from May until hard freezing weather sets in. The color is a very good BRIDE ROSE HOUSE OF T. W. LYDECKER, ENQLEWOOD, N. J. 238 The American Florist. Mar. ij, cherry red, buds long and pointed, open- ing up rather loose, with delightful tea fragrance. This is altogether a charm- ing and satisfactory rose. HYBRID SWEET BRIERS. There are sixteen of the Lord Penzance hybrid sweet briers, all worthy of a place in a large collection. Green Mantle is especially attractive. HYBRID WICHDRAIiNA. Only two are known to the writer, but they are a very promising class. Jersey Queen and Gardenia are good, the latter especially. All the roses named will live out in this climate without much protection. A top dressing of three inches of well decom- posed manure and in extreme cases an additional covering of leaves held in place by evergreen boughs or com stalks, will winter nearly all safely. But in order to increase the collection by add- ing the tea class, provision must be made for giving these additional protection. A charming effect may be obtained by planting in a bed six feet in width, the rows one foot from the edge and two feet apart, and the bed of any desired length, or any multiple of three feet. A sectional frame made from tongued and grooved white pine fencing, two and a half feet in height at the back and, two feet in front facing east or southeast, and fastened together with hooks and eyes or screws, the whole covered with ordinary cold frame sash (3x6 feet), will preserve the tender varieties through a severe winter. The sash should be freely opened when the temperature is above 30°, and air admitted during the day when it is 10° or 15° lower. Always close before sunset and open as soon as the sun shines each morning. Opening side to keep the plant! in a healthy con- dition. The writer has a number of teas that have been grown successfully in such a bed for many years. They give hundreds of fine blooms from May until November, and remain so vigorous that many of the new shoots are half an inch in diameter. TEA SCENTED ROSES. Alphonst' Karr, Comtesse Riz-i du Pare Duches-e de Brabant. Etoile de Lyon, Franresca Kruser Hon. Edith Gitrord, Isabella Sprunt, Madame Lambard. Maman Cochet, Marie Van Hoiitte, I'apa Uontier, Salrano, Souvenir d'un . The Queen, .Vmi, White Maman Cochet. The foregoing lists are the result of some twenty-five years of carefal obser- vation and are the selection from several hundred difierent kinds, many of which have been- discarded as worthless. It is not to be supposed that these lists include all the desirable roses for this climate. There must be many good roses that will do well under favorable conditions, of which the writer has no personal knowl- edge, but each one named above has been thoroughly tested and found wor- thy of cultivation. Much of the charm of growing ro.ses is derived from the accurate knowledge of each variety by name; yet few amateurs ever accomplish this, chiefly because the labels have been lost or misplaced and not infrequently a plant becomes known to the cultivator by a name belonging to a neighboring specimen, whose label has been misplaced and replaced on the wrong plant. To obviate this a record should be made in a book kept for the purpose, with a chart for each bed. This should be done as soon as the plants have been set out, before the labels become detached. HOUSE OF LIBERTY ROSE GROWN BY ERNST ASIVIU8, WE8T HOBOKEN, N. J. the sash to keep the plants cool and pre- vent growth is just as essential as cover ing to protect from cold, if abundance of flowers is desired. A few days' neglect in opening the sash when the tempera- ture is above .30° will destroy most of the buds for the coming June, as they will be forced out, and one cold night will kill them. Protect from rains or snows and do not water. Sufficient moisture reaches the roots from the out- I would urge upon each member of this society a more thorough familiarity with the name, habits and appearance of every rose he cultivates, that he may be able to assist beginners, who find it very difficult to obtain accurate information of this sort. How many gardeners can tell us correctly the name of a rose with which we are unfamiliar and which we would liUe to procure? If we are going to encourage the cultivation of the rose (and that is the purpose of this society) we must be able to give each other much more accurate and truthfal information than can be obtained from the dealers' catalogues. I would also suggest that each member of the society report to the secretary yearly, the name, habit of growth, pecu- liarities and hardiness of each new variety tested during the .year, and that these be published in the bulletin. William C. Barry. Eminent among the American horti- culturists of to-day stands William Craw- ford Barry, of Rochester, N. V.; his life has been devoted to the work and few men have succeeded in mastering so thoroughly all the many branches of the profession. In young manhood he was sent to Europe to finish his education. Among other things he acquired the fluent use of both French and German. Returning home, Mr. Barry took up the details of the work in the great nursery with which he has been since identified and mastered the minuta of each depart- ment, one by one. He knows his busi- ness from the bottom up. He was admitted to partnership in the firm ol Ellwanger & Barry in 1870. While there is no plant, tree or shrub in the wonder- ful collection on the grounds with which he is not thoroughly familiar, roses have received his particular attention for many years. Mr. Barry is in the prime of life and his energies have found play in many enterprises outside of the nur- sery business. A splendid presiding ofiScer, it was but natural that he should become president of the Western New York Horticultural Society, a post he has held for a dozen years. He is also president of the Eastern Nurserymen's Association and was a prime mover in the reorganization of the American Rose Society, becoming its first president. Mr. Barry was a member of the board of con- trol of the New York State Experiment Station, and for three years its president. He has been for eight years a member of the Rochester Park Commission and has found the time for important business connections in his city, being a member of the Board of Trustees of the Rochester Chamber of Commerce, vice-president of the Flour City National Bank and ot the Rochester Trust and Safe Deposit Com- pany, also a director of the Roches- ter Electri: Railroad Company, and the Rochester and Suburban Railroad Com- pany. He is now treasurer of the Ell- wanger & Barrv Company, and ol the Ellwanger & Barry Realty Co. While he has but once held public office, having been elected supervisor in 1S73, his name has frequently been mentioned for the position of Mayor of Rochester. Society of American Florists. DEPARTMENT OF PLANT REC.ISTRATION. The E. G. Hill Company, Richmond, Ind., registers Carnation SethLow;color bright scarlet, growth robust, free bloomer, stems stiff and strong, calyx good. Wm. J. Stewart, Sec'y. A Lifelong Friend. Ed. Am. Florist: — Enclosed is another dollar. Ceitainly your paper cannot be spared on this place. It has been a regular visitor at my establishment ever since the paper was started and it will stay with me until I am able to retire, and then I will have itill more time to read it. Newark, N.J. John G. Muller. NEW ROSE MISS ALICE ROOSEVELT. LORRAINE BEQONIA TURNFORD HALL. igo2. The American Florist. 239 THE LIBERTY ROSE. JNO. N. MAY, SUMMIT, N. ). The Liberty rose with us is a first-class rizzle. GEORGE & ALLAN, CINCINNATI, O. We have only one plant of Liberty and that is one too many, according to onr idea of it. Our neighbors grow them and they feel awfully sore about if. Probably our soil does not suit them, or we may not know the way to grow them in this district. For an experiment we planted one Liberty, one Beauty, one Meteor, one Bride, one Bridesmaid and one Perle at the end of our Bride and Bridesmaid house. All did well with the exception of the Liberty, and that's about the size of a good 3-inch pot plant at present. BASSETT & WASHBURN, CHICAGO. We find Liberty to be in great demand and in order to carry a complete stock ol flowers a grower must plant it. Our experience with it this season is that we can produce more and better blooms than a year ago and we think as the needs of the plant become better known that Liberty will gradually take the place of Meteor. It will also push the American Beauty at certain times of the year. We cut Liberty with stems four feet long and blooms fully as large as any Beauty last May and June. They sold at better prices than the extra long- stemmed Beauties. JAS. SOUDEN, MINNEAPOLIS, MINN. I have had many inquiries regarding the way we grow Liberty roses and must say that we have been very successful. Our mode of treatment may be different from others, and here it is: We have juit finished grafting our Lib- erties for next season. The Manetti being very slow to start, caused us to be a little late. However, they are taking nicely. After we take them out of the grafting case we keep them in a tempera- tore of 60° to 65° at night. Through the day, if the sun shines, we shade rather heavily and do not ventilate for a few days, until they get used to their new quarters. In about nine or twelve days, according to the progress they make, we repot into 3inch, and in about five or six weeks into 4 inch. Then, about the middle of May, if they have made a nice growth, I give them what I call a partial rest, by standing them outdoors, or better still, keep them In a nice, light, airy house, where we can watch them closely, but water and syringe them enough to keep the wood solid and leaves from falling ofi I keep them in that dormant condition until about the first of Tuljt when we clean out and replant. But, before we start to plant I shade the housealittle and keep them shaded until the eyes have swelled considerably. I think, by giving them the partial rest, that they are not so inclined to become dormant in the middle of winter when flowers are very scarce. Our soil is a rather light, sandy loam; water passes through it very freely. At time of planting I use one-fourth cow manure; then, after the first crop of weeds has come and gone, I give them a small top dressing of well rooted cow manure to keep the hot, burning sun away from the roots. It also holds the moisture and does away with the neces- sity of watering so heavily. Now a little about grafted stock and own root stock handled in that way: THE WIDELY DI80U88ED LIBERTY ROSE. This season we have had one-third grafted stock and two-thirds on its own roots. The grafted stock has produced the most flowers to the plant, on stems running all the way from nine to eighteen inches. Own root stock has produced more long stems but not half the flowers. They have also been inclined to go to rest during the latter part of January and February, so the coming season I am going to use mostly grafted stock. CHAS H. RONEY, JAMESTOWN, N. Y. Recent results with the Liberty rose have been very gratifying. Last year we grew Liberty in a temperature of 58°, as advised by the introducer, but toward midwinter it came to a standstill with us. I then raised the temperature to 60°, the results being very much more desir- able. We then came to the conclusion that they would be better with a still higher temperature, and this season I have car- ried from 62° to 65° with gratifying results. Next season I intend to plant my stock of Liberty and carry it at a Meteor temperature and shall be much mistaken if the results are not better than this season. We carried over our last year's plants of Liberty, lifting them and transplanting them to another house. They have done much better than the young plants and I am inclined to think, from our experi- ence, that the two-year-old plants are the best. From them we have cut all of our select and fancy flowers, splendid buds on four-foot stems. It is onr inten- tention to carry these plants another season, making three years for them. We are far from being discouraged with Liberty and expect to plant it quite largely another season. The beds in which we have grown them this year could hardly be called solid, in the sense of the word that some growers use the term. Our beds are built on the ground, and made with a lOinch plank for sides, in which we place three inches of stone for the bottom and drainage. On top of this we put a good, tough sod, grass side down, leaving about five inches for prepared soil. We claim that this mode of planting gives a better finish to the flower, and they are not so inclined to be soft. HARRY SIMPSON, EDGBLY, PA. I give my opinion about Liberty rose with the understanding that I do not place myself as an authority on the subject, as there are others whom I consider better at growing the Liberty than myself. Furthermore I do not wish to give this rose a black eye, as the introducers are personal friends, but I may without doing the rose or its sponsors any harm, give my experience with it, We are 240 The American Florist. Mar. 75, growing this season about 7,000 Liberty, part of which I have grown in Meteor temperature, which is with me 66° to 70° at night, and part of them have been run 56° to 60°. Both lots have done fairly well, are at present writing in good condition and apparently full of buds, with length of stems up to three feet. It is a rose that seems to require a high temperature and plenty of nutrition to keep it growing, otherwise it will attain a stunted look and put out but few buds, and these lew have very short stems. A peculiarity I find about Liberty is this, that when you look over a house of same, you imagine that the cut of the house must be enormous when in reality the cut is just about one-half the amount of our general teas and less than half of Meteor, so that from a money making standpoint we must get double the price for Liberty to let us out. Can we doit? Then, taking into consideration that in the three or four hot months, when Meteor is in its glory, the Liberty is off color and cannot be used, making it more disappointing. I must add that I am very sorry, as I like the rose, but we poor growers cannot afford to grow a rose just because we like it. Every var- iety must pay its way, otherwise we are obliged to drop it. What we want today is an all year red rose that will produce as well as Meteor and flourish in a temperature of 60". However, we will try the Liberty another season, on benches, as up to date we have grown them in beds. Possibly we will get more bloom that way. liENST G. ASMUS, WEST HOBOKBN, N.J. We could not get along very well with- out Liberty, and I am growing as many as ever, about eight or nine houses of it, and expect to increase on that next sea- son. Liberty is the only rose in the New York market that approaches the Beauty Liberty has so far given me the most excellent results. I plant them in good, rich loam, or rather sod, mixed with about one-third of old cow manure, giving them at all times a liberal amount of water. Keep all young buds, as soon as they are about the size of small peas, well nipped out, but be sure when nipping out the buds to nip them with about two or three leaves, according to the thickness of shoots. Liberty is a persistent bloomer and if yon only nip the bud alone it will throw other small buds, instead of good flower- ing wood. By no means allow the plants to get checked or hard. Do not allow them to flower before they have attained a good height, say three or four feet or more, which one can get only by keeping the buds oft before the wood gets hard. This, I find, is the only secret to growing Liberty. If my advice on this point is strictly followed I do not think anybody need have any fear of Liberty not grow- ing. Be careful about the details, such as watering and ventilation. They require about the same temperature as Brides and Bridesmaids, but can stand a little more water. I give mine a night tem- perature of 58° to 60° with a 10° increase on bright, sunny days. Up to last year they have been almost black spot proof with me, but the one house I had last year showed me that they are like most all hybrid teas, subject to that dread disease. If attacked, be careful thatevery spotted leaf is removed, and do it at once. As soon as you see a few spots, do not wait until the whole plant is infected; then it will be too late to check it. I find carbonate of copper, dissolved in ammonia and about one gill to a watering can of water, a preventive, but not a cure. It is used by syringing two or three times a week. In conclusion, I would say, do not look VIOLET HOUSE OF WM. SIM, GLIFTONDALE, MASS. in price, being only a trifle below them. At Christmas time the best Liberty com- manded as high a price ai the best Beau- ties. I am succeeding with it now, the same as when I first put it on the market. Liberty is not an easy rose to grow by any means. The least oversight in its treatment, given below, will cause it to be checked, and then good-bye to your Liberty crop for the season. I give here- with the methods I use and under which for real good colored Liberties before the weather gets cold. I have never had good blooms before November and you will get them a good deal finer in December and January, when Liberty is at its best. S. ALFRED BADE, ERIE, TA. "Give us Liberty or give us death" was the cry of the advertiser not long ago, when this grand new rose was placed on the market, and judging by the appear- ance of most of the stock seen at various florists' establishments, the latter alter- native seems to have carried the day in spite of the many good intentions of rose growers of more or less prominence. What is the trouble with Liberty? Who said it would replace Meteor? Liberty has troubles of its own. Meteor can take care of itself and will probably be grown when Liberty is forgotten, even though Meteor has some faults. How do we account for the many failures in growing the Liberty rose? Perhaps the main reason is that we have been trying to grow it like a tea rose, making no allowance for the fact that it leally belongs to the hybrid tea section and, as such, must have its season of rest or trouble is sure to follow. To grow Liberty successfully we should start with grafted plants from 3-lnch or 4-inch pots planted in the benches about June 15. Keep it growing withoutcheck until November 1. Keep ofTallbnds until that time. When disbudding cut back the shoots to good solid eyes. This will induce the plant to make good growth and prepare it for its flowering period later on. Many failures in growing Lib- erty can be traced to improper disbud- ding. Some disbud by just nipping ofi" the buds with the fingers; this only results in the plant sending oat a lot of weak growth, which in a short time makes more inferior buds and takes the strength of the plant long before it is able to bear the strain. During its growing season Liberty can stand a good lot of water. This makes It necessary that the benches should be well drained, otherwise trouble is sure to follow. Black spot should be guarded against during the fall and winter months; in other words keep the temperature even at from 60° to 62° at night with 10° higher in the day time. Otherwise treat it the same as a tea rose. Those who remember the old W. F. Bennett rose of some ten years ago and studied its peculi- arities will find much the same fault in the Liberty rose, with the exception that Liberty holds its color better and is a stronger and more erect grower. I believe much the better success can be had with the Liberty by carrying the plants over the second, third and fourth years; in fact, there is no reason why it could not be kept going year after year for ten years if treated as we treat early hybrid roses for Christmas blooming. The following treatment has been found very successful: Dry the plants off, beginning about July 15, and ripen off until Septem- ber 1, allowing the plants to get dry enough to lose all leaves. In order to do this properly they should have plenty of ventilation day and night. By September 1 they should be cut back to within ten to twelve inches from the soil and all weak shoots cut out entirely, leaving only from three to five of the strongest on the plants and these cut back well into the solid, ripened growth. Clean oft the beds thoroughly. Water the beds lightly for the first week, gradu- ally increasing until the soil is in good fertile condition. Give the beds a light top-dressing one-half inch deep spread evenly on the bed, of one-third manure, well rotted, and two-thirds soil. From this time on treat the plants just as you treat hybrid roses that you want to get into crop for the holidays. The only diflerence will be you will get the Liberty into bloom about December 1 .ind will have a succession of bloom all winter long, with very little Interruption until you must dry them off for the next ica- igo2. The American Florisi. 241 ESTABLISHMENT OF Q. VAN BOCHOVE & BRO., KALAMAZOO, MICH. son, when yon go through the same pro- cess again. Treated in this manner I believe we have in Liberty one of our very finest forcing roses and, above all, it brings in the best returns when roses are worth their weight in gold, as it were, during the months of December, January and February. Liberty is not a rose for the small grower. I believe it will always hold its place with the larger growers, who are willing to give it the treatment that it requires to bring it to perfection. When given its proper culture few roses will yield better financial return, but with indifferent treatment itis not worth house room. BY O0R COBRBSPONDBNT "K. I." This grand rose has given some trouble since its introduction, but this only goes to prove that it will be of much value to all who will grow it successfully. It is a too valuable addition to our list of winter roses to be discarded without giv- ing it a fair chance. It is not as donble as the Bride or Bridesmaid and consequently makes a finer formed flower when it is open. The color is all that can be asked for, it being a very fiery red, and has a beautiful gloss which gives it the finishing touch. When grown as it should be it will send out a great amount of bottom shoots which reach up to a surprising height. When these buds are cut you will be able to get a nice, long stem and still leave enough eyes on the plant to furnish still other strong breaks, which always make good flowers on Liberty when they come from near the base of the plant. To grow Liberty successfully we mast start at the time we begin to work up our stock and treat it separately. Do not try to handle it with Bride, Brides- maid or Golden Gate without giving to it the amount of care it deserves. The Bride may be treated as the Bitdesmaid, or vice versa, but treat the Liberty as the Liberty. This is especially applicable in temperature and watering. I should say now, before I go further, that as a rose on its own roots it does not give the satisfaction that it does when grafted. I saw Liberty growing the first winter after its introduction at three of our best rose establishments of the east, and at all three of these places it could easily be seen that it was far bet- ter grafted than on own roots. When yon are getting ready for graft- ing, care should be taken to select eyes which have not started at all and which are from strong wood rather than from any brush which may be on the plants. It is a good plan to leave one or two extra eyes, besides those which should be left for the next break, when you cut a flower. Then when you are ready to graft you can look over the plants and select strong, healthy eyes for your next year's stock. After they are put in the case they will need to be taken care of the same as other roses, but they nearly always require a trifle longer time in the case. It is best to look them over when they begin to callus, and to remove those far enough advanced to a part of the case where you can give them a little air and leave the others in the heat until they do start. Look them over carefully and treat them in this way and you will get a better strike than as it you handled the whole batch as one plant. After you have them out of the case and hardened to the full amount of sun- shine and air, watch them carefullv to keep down spider and black spot. For- tunately for us, this rose is not troubled with mildew, but if you become careless you will find the evil of black spot to work against. You will soon have some disbudding to do on these young plants, and right now is the time when you will be liable to do wrong if you treat them the same as you have your Brides or Bridesmaids. When you disbud Liberty always pinch back to an eye which has a good leaf on it. Yon will notice many shoots with a long tip on which are only a few small tips or leaves. These eyes seldom make a good break, they will often send out a small shoot about one inch in length, with a bud on it which is of no use whatever. The best way is to pinch back quite low down and in this way avoid short stems and brush. Keep them in good condition in the pots, do not let them get pot bound, give them good drainage, and if you disbud them as they should be you will have nice, strong, stocky plants to bench. The greatest drawback to this rose is the fact that it requires a high temper- ature. To grow it well it should be run at 62° to G4° at night and 68° to 70° in the day time, with air on. I have seen it grown with Brides and Bridesmaids with the temperature at 58° to- 60°, but they were not as good as those grown in the higher temperature. If you try to grow them at this low temperature you will need to watch them very carefully , because if they get too dry or the tempeature should bappen to drop any lower on some cold night you will be liable to send them to sleep and they will be useless for the rest of the winter, until the sun gets strong again. Watch them carefully during the winter. Do not let them get dry, as they will receive a check very easily. Rather water them often and little, as you will encourage black spot if you let them get very wet and a dark spell of weather comes along. I think it better to plant them on raised benches when you can, as, with a pipe under the bench, you can manage them better in regard to water- ing. When the sun begins to get strong in the spring a mulch of well rotted cow manure spread on the soil will help to stimulate new growth. In conclusion I should say that under the management of a careful man, one who will watch the result of each watering, this rose will not prove as difficult to handle as it seemed it would the first year. It is care and not secret processes which will grow it as it should be grown. 242 The American Florist. Mar. 15, A House of Violets. The illustration on page 2\Q) is a reproduction of a photograph of a house of violets grown by Wm. Sim, at Clifton- dale, Mass. The house is 20x200 and contains 2,600 plants of Princess of Wales. The plants were benched the third week in November, following a crop of chrysanthemums, each plant being given one square foot of bench room. The photograph was taken Jan- uary 29. The yield from date of bench- ing to March 1 was 213,000 first-class blooms. The house runs from north-east to south-west and the crop promises to hold out untU after Easter. A Michigan Establishment. The Illustration on the preceding page shows G. Van Bochove& Brother's green- house plant. Up-to-date and modern in all its appointments, the Van Bochove plant is of but comparatively recent growth and development. It is the same oldstoryofan enterprise in embryo, grad- ually expanding under the periistent care of two progressive young men, until we see a range of eighteen well equipped houses, including over 65,000 feet ot glasi. Roses and carnations constitute their specialties and, as may be seen from the illustration, there are no houses better adapted for that purpose. The stock produced is invariably of a high grade, commanding the best prices in the whole- sale market. Two houses are devoted to American Beauties, the demand being iuch that a third one maybe built for the purpose. A fine and spacious office, equipped with all the modem conveniences, both useful and ornamental, including a type writing machine and a damsel manipu- lating it, lends a sort of charm to the general e&ect of the place. Nomis. Cave-Grown Mushrooms. Many attempts have been made_ to grow mushrooms in worked-out mines or caves, but only with occasional suc- cess, owing to the unfavorable influence Plaster Company. These mines have been worked tor years, the gypsum being blasted out by dynamite, removed in mule cars and ground up in the large mills of the concern, to find its way into the various products of the company. The result is huge caverns some fifty to sixty feet below the surface of the ground, some eight acres of them, varying from six to eight feet high, totally dark, damp and about 56° temperature all the year around. It aflords ideal conditions for mushroom growing. The mushroom industry had its start here in a peculiar way. In the early days of the concern Chas. H. Root, the man- ager, caused to be put into the mines a quantity of horse manure which was placed In heaps where it was allowed to heat up for the purpose of putting therein sticks of frozen dynamite to be thawed out before being used for blasting the gypsum rock. Finally the heat all left the heaps and they were allowed to remain in the mines, where, due to the right temperature, moisture, and so forth, the manure turned partially into natural spawn. While walking near one ot these heaps Mr. Root discovered something white thereon and, upon investigation, to his surprise, found a mushroom measuring eighteen inches in circumference and weighing fourteen ounces. Of course the mushrooms do not usually grow as large as this; how- ever they are usually from three to five inches in diameter when picked for ship- ment. This discovery led to an investigation of mushrooms and their culture, with successful results. An expert mushroom grower was employed by the concern and the business of growing mushrooms for the market established. Manure is pur- chased by the company in nearby towns in carload lots and after being removed from the cars is cured by turning over and over until it is of the right tempera- ture, when it is loaded into mule cars and taken into the mine. Here the manure is promptly made up into beds sixteen feet long and four feet wide and about ten inches in depth, where it is allowed to remain until the temperature commences MUSHROOM BEDS IN A NEW YORK GYPSUM MINE. three-fourths of an inch of loam or virgin soil taken from immediately beneath the grass on some fertile pasture. In about six to eight weeks' time alter this operation splendid mushrooms will appear on the surface of the bed, as may be seen in the accompanying illustrations reproduced from flash-light photographs taken in the interior of the mine. A bed thus brought into bearing will produce mushrooms for two or three months. These beds are constantly being put in and the crop is therefore a continuous one. The mnshroomi are picked in the afternoon every twenty- four hours, packed in five and ten-pound baskets, lined and covered with paraffine paper and shipped by express to the leading hotels, restaurants and markets, arriving there in the early morning of the follow- ing day. The price realized varies according to the demand and the season, but usually ranges from not less than 50 cents a pound to $1.25 a pound. Mr. Root credits much of the remarkable success achieved to the use of the spawn natural to the place. The Sweet Pea and Its Failings. The plan Mr. Hutchins suggests (or developing a resistent stock of sweet peas is a very good one, and we think he would be the proper person to undertake such work. Selection along these lines is a system commonly practiced bj' seed growers and, while it frequently takes many years to develop anything definite, it is not an expensive operation, simply requiring care and watchfulness. Whatever the cause might be ot some failures, a strong sturdy stock would be a good thing to develop. We might state that we are working along these lines here, and we trust that the sweet pea will soon be as popular as ever in the vicinity of Springfield, Mass. Lbster L. Morse. of various chemical constituents of the soil. But at Wheatland, near Mumford, Monroe county, N. Y., the exact condi- tions re(iuired are found in the gypsum mines ot the Consolidated Wheatland to fall, when the spawn is put in about two inches below the upper surface of the beds, in very small pieces, about one foot apart each way, and the whole mass is then covered with from one-half to Out of the Ginger Jar. Well, children, here it is, Sunday morn- ing and mid-March; another hard week'i work just over our heads and the pros- pect of a few minutes gossip with you furnishing relief and refreshment. Although you might not think It, the cares ot business are serious to me, as to all of you, and it is a relief and refresh- ment to relax once in a while and try to look on the cheerful side of things. A merry lieart goes all the w:iy, A sad ono tires in a mile, O. Therefore my Easter budget from the Banks of the Delaware must try to be as optimistic as if there existed no such presence as Dull Care. That, for my own sake, as well as for yours. What's been going on down this way ? Well, one thing that has impressed me much lately — during all the blizzards and thaws and floods we have had — is that the time of the boys is almost equally taken up damming the gullies and damn- ing the lilies, and both seem to be e(|oally futile. I met George Anderson on the comer the other day and asked him what this thing was — anyway— this "longi- florum disease." George is a close obser- ver and I thought he might have a wrinkle, as he has less trouble with his lilies than most. "Man," said he, "that's easy. Did you you ever see a pug-dog running along the street on three legs?" "Of course." "What makes it do it?" "Don't know— natural I suppose." igo2. The America Ar Florist. 243 MUSHROOMS GROWN IN A NEW YORK QYPSUM MINE. "Yes, but its also becanse it's tail is curled up so tight. Yes sir, its a fact. Those pug-dogs have their skins so tight by tail curling that it actually compels them to rise up behind." "But what's that got to do with the lily trouble?" "Well, that's just the way the lilies kink up." "Yes, but what causes it?" "Oh, as to that, its just natural to all lilies— unless you know how to handle them." And that was about all the satisiaction I got out of "Stand Siccar." Whatever guess I may have myself about this lily trouble is as liable to be wrong as right, so I will keep it to myself until it becomes more matured. What the fellow with a twenty-five or fifty per cent loss wants is comfort- warm comfort, not cold comfort — a plausible guess does not fill his pocket. When in that frame of mind it is well to reflect: 1. That the trouble is almost uni- versal, and that you are no worse ofl than yourneighbor. 2. That the proportion between sup- ply and demand has thereby changed and prices on what you have ought to go up enough to make up for the deficiency in the crop. 3. That it is your business to pull yourself or yourselves together and see to it that they do go up. And put some dynpmite, some force, some backbone into that resolve, for it wont happen unless you all agree and then stick to it. My firm belief is that if every thing were dead easy, if there were no insects, no bacteria, no microbes, no wicked bulb merchants, no north winds, no trouble at all to fight, then the greenhouse man would be out of a job. The more skill a thing takes to grow the better the reward. So thank your stars, children, that it still takes some skill to grow some things. An old friend of mine asked me the other day, "What's the matter with you Phila- delphia people? What are you making such a fuss over that Balduin rose for, any- way? I know it, and would 'nt give a gowpenfu' o' glaur for it." I told him that wasn't the point. All that was desired was to find out the correct name of the rose. The trouble with the committee was that they found out too much. They found out not only what the correct name was but also who was responsible for the wrong one. For one, I'm glad there was a fuss. The air needed clearing. There will be no more skulduggery in nomenclature for some time to come. Besides that, look what a jolly fight it was while it lasted! The principle involved was worth fight- ing for and to be purged of a fraud makes every honest man feel good. We all recognize that very cold weather at Easter is a serious condition for the retailer. What is it likely to be March 30, 1902? A small "crumb of comfort" is here given in the way of a record of that day for the past twelve years. This inlormation was hunted up by Mr. Battles and I pass it along for your bene- fit; SEAE. BIGHE8T. L0WB8T 1890 46° 34° 1891 59° 39° 1892 53° 33° U93 51° 28° 1891 50° 31° 1895 51° 36° 1896 6G° 45° 1897 65° 40° 1898 55° 41° 1899 54° 38° 19uO 41° 33° 1901 51° 32° During these twelve March thirties pleasant weather prevailed except in one instance (1900). The record for that one was "cool , raw and disagreeable.wlth rain all day. " Among others these records will be pleasant reading to my friend Robert Kift. You know how I love to please him, and I suppose you know we had a little tilt a week or two ago. What astonished me was Robert's lack of humility when found fault with. Just swelled out his chest and went and did it again. If it was'nt that I'm a much better looking fellow than he is I'd really feel like hitting back. And then there's my record — no I don't mean my record — I have no record — but there's my brain power. I'm just simply bursting with brain-power, but I keep it so well hidden that people, girls especi- ally, have been known to call me Big Idiot. But I just pity them, lor don't I know all the time what's inside. And although I have no record, I honestly believe I have a very fine pedigree; but unfortunately my great grandfather got mislaid somehow and I cannot trace myself back to William the Conquerer, although I believe I go that far and farther. If you were a seedsman how would you like to have this sort of thing fired at you? The seed catalogues are piliDg up on our table again. Steer clear of »11 who do not advertise in tlie regular way, unless you positively know that they are all right. This country is l>ecoming one vast weed bed and the unscrupulous seedsmen are largely to be blamed for it. Grass seed, timothy and clover are especially apt to bring us foul seeds. With every bag of the stuff there should be an iron-clad guarantee as to putity. I mean to have it, too. What rubbish! Anyone who has stood back of the counter and shown samples of grass seeds to the farmer as I have for the past twenty- five years can tell you different. If there be anyone to blame it is the farmer himself, for a very large per- centage of them deliberately select weedy samples just because of the price. And yet writers like the one I quote — and he appears in that staid and reliable monthly the Farm Journal, at that — will tell you it's the seedsman's fault, just as if seed could be machined and re-machined and the cost of It remain the same. There has been no time within my experience when farmers could not get their seeds absolutely clean. Red Top might be cited as an exception, as we did not have the proper machinery until about a dozen years ago. The seedsman is like any MUSHROOM QROWINQ SIXTY FEET UNDER QROUND. 244 The American Florist. Mar. /J, other merchant, he has to keep qualities to suit all his patrons. The remedy for the selling of low-priced seeds it to edu- cate the farmer. The seedsman will respond mighty quick, and glad to do it. But there are some farmers, I am sorry to say, who would require Oliver Wendell Holmes' plan to reform them — begin with their grandfather. Or give them the choice of selecting their own parents— and then they wouldn't befarmers at all, but the sons of millionaires. That reminds me that there's another notion going the rounds of late — nature study for children. The idea is to start the child of six studying botany and entomology and ornithology and zoology and geology and goodness — or badness- knows how many other 'ologies. As if the poor creature did not have trouble enough in its early years with the "three R's!' The fact is the common school curriculum is far too crowded now and the scholars have no time to lay thoronghly the foundation with the three R's. Have you ever taken a boy of fifteen into your office and found that he could spell half decent? I never have. Isn't the common sense plan of teaching the essentials thoroughly first, the best one? As it is now the child gets a whole lot of stuff and nothing thorough in any of it. And yet sensible people like Hdwin Lonsdale and Prof. Hamilton and a whole lot more like them are loud in their advocacy of "nature study" for the common school. Am I so dumb or are they mistaken? Another knotty point the Philadelphia boys have started in to wrestle with is the patenting of novelties. The trouble broke out here with Edwin Lonsdale and has been in full blast all along the line for some weeks. Lonsdale is getting to be a AN EIGHT-MONTHS OLD BRANCHING RUBBER. regular Don Quixote. First he went cari-ering afternaturestudy; then Frauds in Nomenclature loomed up, and with the assistance of two other gallant knights that (5iant was unhorsed; now comes Protection to Papas of New I'lants. This latter is a difficult damsel to deal with and if the Duke succeeds finally in leading the Dulcinea to safety there will be loud acclaim. I am not ((uite sure who is the Sancho Panza at present, unless it be H. H. Battles; but he won't stay long in the light. lie hastoo many (Uants of his own to fight. Apropos to the visit of Prince Henry — would the followingchorus which 1 heard sung in the club room the other night be coniidered a case of lese majeste: Mist to the roll of the big: base drum. Now is tlie time when the Uutcli will come, The Amsterdam l»utc.h, The Ixotterdam Uuicli, 'I'he Allentown l>uLch. And all shiik"' hands with the Pennsvlv.-inia l)ut.-h. Theu liTe's to the Irish. 'l'he>'r« not very mncli. I!ut, iliey'reu hiank bight hitter than the blank, blank hutch. llip, hip hooray for the Irish! And it wasn't only the voices of "Dan" Allen and "Benny Leader" and "Jack" Dunham — irreverent and graceless Ameri- cans with Irish leanings, but I could also distinguish the lovely basso of "Doc" Kuestner and the embryo tenor of Char- ley Eimerman, familiarly known as the "Little Wonder" and the "Little Cor- poral." People of sense, like Commodore Westcott and yours truly, did not join in on this kind of thing. We consider it infra, dig. Besides our vocal talents have always lain dormant and we couldn't sing to save our lives. That story of Gurney Hill's about the Irish being too green to burn in the lower regions is a large draft on the imagination. What with ditties like the foregoing and "Pat" O'Mara's dig at the A. P. A.'s and the potato for a national flower, it looks to me very like as if the Irish were ripe for the burning. Well, children, paper's done, and I must stop for the nonce. I hope none of you will take any of my poor attempts at a joke seriously, but like loyal members of the family lau^h even is you don't seethe point And I trust I've putin something for Job to have a growl at. It would be too bad if not a stickful for him should appear among my chatter. Let us all try to keep our ends up! George C. Watson. The Modern Ficus Elastica. There is no one plant, perhaps, that has .Li;rown as fast into popular lavor as the "rubber." In every collection of house plants there is almost sure to be found one or more specimens. It's beautiful, glossy ureen leaves, coupled with the sturdy growth and its freedom from dis- ease makes it an ideal house plant. The great and increasing quantities which have been produced and sold in the past five years shows ademand that the most sanguine grower of ten years ago would have deemed Impossible. Modern methods of icrowing have helped the growers to keep pace with the demand and incidentally by economical methods in propagation and handling large quantities to help along its popu- larity by lower prices. The variety moat favored is F. elastica var. Belgica. This form is largely grown in Belgium, hence the name. Large (|uantities of rooted cuttings are annually imported early in the spring and grown on lor the fall and winter sales. The young plants origi- nating in this country from branch or single eye cuttings, however, constitute by far the greater part of the stock grown. While the straightsingle-stemmed plant from twenty-four to thirty-six inches high in a Ginch pot is still in good demand, the branching form, low and bushy, with from three to six branches, in the same sized pot, is much favored. Robert Craig & Son, of Philadelphia, have made a specialty of plants of this form the past few years and the accom- panying illustration is from a photo- graph of a plant from their stock. This specimen was a cutting taken in Feb- ruary, 1901. In about two months the center was taken out, when every side bud started. During the month ol May the plants were plunged in hops over a bed of manure. This bottom heat induced a quick root growth, followed by a pushing out of shoots or branches. About the last of June the stock was plunged in soil outside, under a tem- porary shelter of muslin, which was removed about the first of August. The plants seemed to be always on the jump and were by autumn healthful specimens of branched rubbers, fac-similies in mina- ture of their more aristocratic and two- year-old parents. The plant here pic- tured has six branches, which rise about thirty inches above the pot, with about the same spread. Such an interest and pride is taken in these plants by the owners, that an amusing controversy was started in one of the Philadelphia daily papers the past summer by a householder referring with pride to a specimen which he declared was the finest in the city. This called forth dozens of replies and offers of money to back up the opinions of others who were willing to place their plants in competition. K. I Another of the accompanying illustra- tions shows a branched ficus grown in igo2. The American Florist. 245 eleven months by C. H. Knnznian, Louis- ville, Ky. It is in an S inch pot, stands twenty-eight inches high and is naturally branched, not having been topped. The other illustration is of a nine- months- old Felf-branching plant grown by Fritz H. Dressel, of Weeha wken, N. J. — Ed.] Burbank's Shasta Daisy. The latest novelty from Luther Bur- bank's experimental gardens at Santa Rosa, Cal., is the Shasta daisy, which Prof. L. H, Bailey says promises to at once take rank as one of the very best garden flowers. The plant is very hardy and not particular as to soil or treat- ment. It blooms for several months, nearly all the year around in California. The flower is large, fully three inches in diameter, and has three or more rows of petals of remarkable whiteness, on stiff, wiry stems of great length. The plant is botanically classified as Chrysanthemum Leucanthemum hybridum. It was pro- duced by crossing the weedy but free flowering American species with the European and Japanese species, followed by a long period of rigid selection. The accompanying illustration shows the Shasta daisy, about one-half natural size, with one of its parents. Mr. Bur- bank has several new and distinct forms of the daisy, some perfectly double and some with well defined colors in the petals, but these are not yet ready to send out. A Little Sermoo For the Carnation Grower. The carnation convention has come and gone, and those of us who were fortunate enough to be there have had time to "boil down" in our own minds what we saw and heard, and lay our plans for next year. What a pity every man in the country who grows carna- tions could not have been present. What a shaking up it would give some of the fellows who are going placidly along in the old rut, year after 3^ear, growing the same old antediluvian varieties in the same old haphazard, hit and miss man- ner. Some people won't read and won't listen to what is told to them. If they could all go and see— just once! I verily believe that if they could all be gathered together next year at Brooklyn, could see one exhibition, and hear the talk both at the regular sessions and among the little knots of kiadred spirits who gather together and "talk shop" between whiles, the "crap" crop of the country would be reduced ten per cent. The tremendous amount of bad stock produced each year is more due to the growers not knowing how bad it is, than to their inability to produce better. Another quality quite commonly found in the make-up of the contented "crap" grower is an aversion to paying money for stock. He won't touch a new thing until he can trade something for it — that is, until it is no longer a new thing. One would, of course, certainly not wish to go on record as advising the general run of growers to go heavily into the first year novelties, but by the second year everyone who has his wits about him, and reads and listens carefully, can spot the winners and buy at least a few hun- dreds of some variety to advantage. Time was when having good reports of a novelty sent out by a hybridizer with a reputation, one could safely buy 500 or 1,000, and with sales of cuttings, together with fancy prices for flowers, do very well. Sad to relate, except in SHASTA DAISY, ONE HALF DIAMETER, AND ONE OF ITS PARENTS. unusual cases, that is not to be depended on now. The big fellows have taken to cutting prices so, of late years, that there is nothing in the cutting business for the smaller grower. To return to the convention and the things there seen, one wonders why so many growers ship overdone flowers for competition. There were numerous cases of this kind at Indianapolis. One could note several vases of what would have been prize-winning stock, save that they were a little too old. Then, too, there was a sprinkling of seedlings which the visitor passed with a pitying smile, say- ing nothing, small, washy-colored, weak stemmed, worthless rubbish, often in no way so good as long ago discarded varie- ties. There is, probably, hardly agrower of 500 carnation plants in America who has not one or more seedlings or a pod or two of seed. When one thinks of this fact in connection with the fact that cer- tain growers annually raise several thou- sand seedlings each, it should not be hard to realize that a carnation must be, to-day, phenomenally good to be any good at all. Tastes differ about color and about form, and a medium sized flower if eitra- good in other respects can still be used; but there is one point on which there can be no dispute; that is the stem. All growers are practically agreed upon what constitutes a good stem. It must be rigid enough to hold the flower erect. Heretofore we havegrownsome varieties defective in stem simply because there were no better of their color to be had. We have now reached the point where this is no longer necessary, and it can be asserted that, barring accidents or phe- nomenal departures from existing types, no variety with a defective stem will ever again receive a certificate. Every seedling grower must take this fact to heart. If the stem of any seedling is not stiff enough at all times, under rea- sonably favorable conditions, to carry the flower fairly erect — "rous mit it" — throw it away— get the temptation removed. The variety which has to be "coddled" to make it hold up its head will not do. No matter how fine the color and form, no matter how large the flower, or how fragrant, the dissem- ination of a weak-stemmed carnation can only result in damage to the reputa- tion of the raiser which it will take years to live down. Of course there is always the chance that by further crossing, the stem deftet can be removed, but in general, it will be best to keep the weak-stemmed varieties out of all crosses. And now, lastly, having produced a seedling with a good stem and enough other good qualities to warrant its dis- semination, there is one duty so obvious and BO necessary for the raiser's own credit that one wonders why it is so often neglected. The public must be told, and told truly, all about the variety and its little peculiarities. For instance, we are told in midwinter this year, by the raiser of a carnation which was widely distrib- uted last spring that if not grown on the dry side and the temperature at all times 246 The American Florist. Mar. ^i. kept at or above 54° the flowers will come streaked. Another tells us that his variety will not stand nitrogenous food. In the case of another- prominent intro- duction experiment has shown that a temperature of about 56° is necessary for best results. Now everyone knows that the usual night temperature is about 50°. Many growers habitually run their houses lower than that, and many houses are not piped so that an average of over 50° can be maintained. Now why, in the name of all that Is reasonable and right should we not have known the above facts a year ago, and not have been led to invest in stock which requires treatment which we cannot give it? W. N. RODD. Outdoor Chrysanthemums. I have read with much interest the notes of Mr. May on this subject in the Florist of March 1, and I now feel some timidity in daring to dissent from the opinion of snch an authority. For what little I may know of the bench culture of roses I have to thank Mr. May. What I may know of the outdoor culture of chrysanthemums I have from quite as good authority, good old, costly, cold- blooded experience. Had I been grow- ing chrysanthemums for bread and butter I would now be penning these lines with a quill from my own wings, perhaps. If anyone has spent more money and hard labor than I have trying to grow chrysanthemums out of doors I would not concede him to be more foolish, only to have more staying qualities. The Irish method is the one I found success with; that is, the way to grow chrysan- themums out of doors is to put a house over them. In other words, I am under- taking to tell yon how to do something that cannot be done, except partially. In the first place, early planting is all wrong in Alabama. June planting is good; July planting is better. There are nineteen kinds of pests that will attack your plants from the first warm weather to July. What chance has a man to fight this array of enemies in the open air? No need to take up your time with any more reasons. I planted in July and had Modesto seven inches in diameter with four-foot stems. The fishing is too good down here to put In three months fighting insects when you get better flowers from July planting. Good drainage, no matter how it is obtained, rich soil and plenty of water handy, are what you must have to start with. Plant late and grow quickly. Stake as you would a bench of roses. Use wire stakes; anything else will harbor insects. Build a light frame over your beds and strip it with sash bars, spaced to suit your glass, lapped and tacked down firmly enough to prevent FUNERAL WREATH BY HENRY MORRIS, SYRACUSE, N. Y. wind from blowing it off. The outside of your frame should be three feet from the ground. A strip of yard- wide sheet- ing tacked around this will give ample protection against wind, cold and dust. On warm days raise this curtain and let the plants have fresh air. Have your plants so arranged that you can spray the late ones until they show color. Never undertake to spray plants showing color. Mulch deeply with cow manure and bone meal when the first buds appear, and water freely. After the glass is put on, which should be when first buds show color, fumigate once a week by vaporizing strong tobacco juice. \'arieties are purely a matter of taste, but you will get the best results from those that open quickly, as Golden Gate. This, in brief, is how I have succeeded; every other conceivable way is how I have failed. When I covered my plants ready to bloom with an opaque substance the weather always got cloudy, and a few dark days "done" me. When I covered with sheeting I always had a beating rain after a dusty spell when my flowers were the most promising, especially the white ones. If I did not cover them at all a long dry spell meant thrips. Then good-by opening flowers. Rain on an opening flower and then a good warm sunshine? Well, chrysanthemums are best raw. In my lifetime I have never known September and October to pass without one good hard blow, and I have never found any system of tying up to withstand it. I could go on and enumerate dozens of other troubles equally essential to failure, so I am now convinced that chrysanthe- mums bloomed otherwise than under glass are disappointing. I know some- one will jump up and say they have raised chrysanthemums out of doors. Yes, and so have I, but they were only good for a high shelf at a country wedding. I do not think thatMr. May has accumulated his comfort to old age by selling chrysan- themums raised out of doors. Now a word as to varieties. The early ones are disappointing at best and would necessitate putting on the glass too soon. Robinson, Bassett and Marion Hender- son are aboutas early asyou want them. As I said above, varieties are a matter of taste, only the quick openers are the best for us down here. The very late ones give the best results. I have had Yanoma at New Year's that were perfect " peaches." Try a few plants of Dailledouze with all of the top bunch of buds left to bloom. The tffectis immense. Leave some crowns and some terminals on your Warren and Carnot. The contrast is fascinating. A spray of Weeks is fit for a (|ueen bride. A dear little Ivory at my lady's throat is fetching. I never had a fine lot of Jones but that someone wanted them in a funeral piece. Speaking of funeral work, Fisher's Torch or Mrs. Drexel tied with ribbon to match are not bad. And so I might go through the list. But do not ask them to bloom out in the weather and be perfect. F. P. Davis. Rochford's Lorraine Sport. The illustration facing page 2.'!'J shows a plant of Begonia Gloire de Lorraine, Turnford Hall variety, recently given an award of merit by the Royal Horticult- ural Society of Great Britain. The i)lant was exhibited by Mr. Rochford, son of the late Thomas Rochford. It has large white flowers, just tinted with rose, and a correspondent says it is "likely to chase igol The American Florist. 247 Begonia Caledonia out of the field alto- gether," as it isof much Btronger growth, and more free flowering. Grand plants were shown in 5inch and 6-inch pots. Wreath of Leucothoe and Violets. The illustration on the opposite page shows a funeral wreath made recently by Henry Morris, of Syracuse. It was three feet in diameter and one section was of leucothoe leaves, with a little magnolia foliage mixed in. The other side was made of violets and palm leaves and the ribbon was violet. A Weeping Lantana. The accompanying illustration is from a photograph of a weeping lantana which had served all summer as a hang- ing basket and later had spent two weeks as a decorative plant in the parlor. It has certainly lost some of its bloom in moving about, but it will give an idea as to how this beautiful plant can be utilized. The cuttings were struck January 25, 1901, and the young plants were kept growing on in pots until March 25, when loui of them were potted in an ordinary hanging basket and given a place near the glass. The soil used was a common garden loam, with a small quantity of bone meal and horn shavings mixed thoroughly through it. By June 1 the basket was full of bloom and was sus- pended on the veranda, care being taken to give it plenty of water and turn the basket around so that the sun might have an opportunity to reach all sides. The plants bloomed more or less all summer and in the autumn the basket was taken indoors and returned to its customary place, near the glass. In a short time the lantana had taken on full bloom again and the basket was removed to the parlor, the wires simply being removed and the basket placed on a small table. If careful attention is given to watering, the plants will keep on blooming for a con- siderable time. The lantana is of a graceful, drooping habit and the flowers are of a most deli- cate color, brilliant rosy lilac. A cluster of flowers is produced at each leaf axil. In my estimation the plant cannot be too highly recommended. D. Society of American Florists. MBETING OF THE EXECUTIYB COMMITTEE. The executive committee met at Ashe- viUe, N. C, on Tuesday and Wednesday, March 4 and 5. All the members of the committee were present with the excep- tion of ex-President O'Mara and Messrs. E. Buettner and R. JVitterstaetter. Many communications of importance were read by the secretary, several of these being from nursery and florist firms in southern territory ex pressing approval of the plan to hold a convention in the south and promising co-operation. The secretary's report indicated a pros- perous condition in all departments of the society's work. The treasurer's report showed a larger balance on hand than has ever been before in the society's history, the amount on hand January 1, in the general fund, being $2,111 11, and in the permanent fund $1,574.68. The vouchers were examined, approved and found correct by a sub-committee of the board. The new auditorium which is to be headquarters for the convention was visited and found to be admirably adapted for the purpose, and it has A WEEPING LANTANA. been secured for the society's use for the week of August 17-23. Owing to the fact that there is no florists' organization in that section to whom the work could be delegated, the business of arranging for the trade exhibition was placed in the hands of the secretary, with instructions that the charge for exhibition space shall be reduced this year twenty per cent below the schedule of last year. It is expected that there will be a large and varied display, especially of the products of southern horticultural industry. The subject of southern productions for northern consumption in commercial hor- ticultural lines will furnish the theme for much of the discussion before the society during the convention meetings. It was decided that a president's recep- tion should take place in the same manner as heretofore, and arrangements will be made for an illustrated lecture on one evening. An inspection of the facilities for the sporting members of the society was made and it was found that there are at present two sets of bowling alleys and two more are to be built this spring, so that there need be no solicitude regard- ing accommodations on this line. It is also expected that the members fond of trap shooting will be given an oppor- tunity to test their skill in competition with some of the local celebrities. Messrs. Robert Halliday and A. B. Cartledge, with one other member to be chosen later, have been appointed by President Burton a committee to take charge of the sporting events. In accordance with the vote passed at the convention in Buffalo last year, the secretary was instructed to send a cir- cular letter to bulb growers throughout the country, asking that they make a display of their products at this conven- tion, and making the stipulation that all such growers shall have free exhibi- tion space for the display of one dozen each ot such varieties as they may desire to show, the bulbs thus contributed to be the property ot the society, to be used for testing purposes as to their forcing qualities during the following seaion, and a report thereon to be made the next year. Asubcommitteehavin^jbeen appointed to consider the matterof the distribution of S. A.F. medals through other societies, made the following report, which, after full consideration, was adopted: Your oomniittee on the distribution of medals by the S. A. P. through floricultural organizations, appointed to mal^e re'iommendations regarding the donation of such medals and the manner of awarding same, beg to submit the following for the coQsideratioa of the executive cooimlttee: First. — Your committee having in mind the widespread interest and keen competition in sbv- eral slates created by the offering of medals by theS. A. P. and the consequent benefits to horti- culture thereby engendered, would recommend the continuance of their distribution. Second. — Your committee would recommend that one silver and one bronze medal be offered by this eociety to be awarded for new and meri- torious plants or flowers of American origin exhibited at a regular public exhibition: said medals not to be awarded unless the plants and flowers exhibited nre entirely worthy of such award, through the following organizations: Chrysanthemum Society of America, American Carnation Society, American Rose Society. Massachusetts Horticultural Society. Pennsylvania Horticultural Society, Horticultural Society of Chicago, Newport (R. I.) Horticultural Society, Society of Indiana Florists, New Jersey I'^loricultural Society, New Orleans Horticultural Society, New Haven Horticultural Society, New York Florists' Club. Cincinnati Florists' Society, Baltimore Ganeners' and Florists' Club, and such other organizations as the executive committee in th«ir juderaent may designate. Further, that the medals already offered to such of the foregoiog societies by the S. A. P. fop the purposes named above, and which on account of local circumstances have not yet been awarded shall not form part ot the distribution contem- plated herein, and shall be at the disposal of such societies until awarded; provided, however, that two medals of equal value shall not be awarded through any one society in one year. Third.— An exhibit or exhibits competing for these medals may be shown at any regular public exhibition held by any of the foregoing specified floricultural organizaiions, but no plant or flower having won the society's medal three times shall be eligible to compete ag.ain for a similar medal. Fourth.— The othcial report of the details ot said awards with the name and description of the plants or flowers to which said melals shall have b».en awarded shall be furnished to the secretary of the S. A. F. for the purpose of record. The question of the identity of the rose known as Helen Gould came up for dis- cussion, and after a full expression of views by the members a vote was passed as follows: Whebeas, the matter of the synonymy of the imported rose Balduin, which rose has been known and sold variously as Ba'duin, Columbia, Red Kaiserin and Helen Gould, having come to 24^ The American Florist. Mar. -^5. the attention ofth» executive crinmiitee of the S. A. F. through Uie secr^-tary. in his laudable endeavor to have his published record of new intioduotions correct, the correspondence as had by hira with' several interested parties having been presented to that committee, and Whereas, the communications published in the trade papers upon this subject convince the executive committee that the matter of synonymy of said rose Batduin has been definitely settled by a committee of the Florists' Club of Philadelphia appointed to investigate same, be it Resolved, that the executive committee, while deprecating the action which made neces ary the work of the said committee of the Florists' Club of Philadelphia, compliments that committee on their exhaustive labors which have resulted in establishing said synonymy, and while apprecia- ting the estimable service rendered by said com- mitte of the Florists' Club of Philadelphia to the trade and the public at large, the executive com- mittee consider that no further action in the premises is necessary on their part. Resolved, that a copy of these resolutions be forwarded to the Florists' Club of Philadelphia and also published in the technical press of the country. The committee -would recommend the re- establishment of the nomenclature committee of the S. A. F., to whom all matters of similar import in future be referred. It was decided that -when the selection of the next convention place shall come before the society the polls thall remain open for at least one hour for the con- venience of those desiring to express their preference. A commanication regarding the pro- posed United States laves in reference to the Inspection and fumigation of nursery stock vras referred to the legislative com- mittee of the society. In compliance vyith an invitation from the secretary of the Horticultural Society of Nev7 York, ex-President O'Mara veas appointed a delegate to represent the S A. F. at the Plant Breeding Conference which is to be held in New York city this year. The president reappointed the present legislative committee, «lso the present incumbents of the office ot botanist, entomologist and pathologist. It was announced by Vice-President Deake that it was the purpose of the local people to entertain the visitors next August with a drive through Biltmore and a ride to Overlook Park. At the latter place, which is 3,000 feet above the sea level, an old-fashioned water melon eating will be on the programme. Season tickets for each member of the executive committee admitting to the rose exhibition in New York city were received from Secretary Barron and a vote of thanks accorded therefor. A sub-committee, appointed for that purpose, presented the following final resolutions, which were unanimously adopted: We, the members of the executive committee of the S. A. F., in meeting assembled, desire to express our thanks to the Asheviiie Board of Trade, to the Idlewild Floral Company, to the Elks Lodge of Asheviiie, the Biltmore Estate. Messrs. Branch & Young, proprietors of Swan- nanoa Hotel, for the unbounded hospitality and many courtesies shown us during our stay in this city, also to the daily press of Asheviiie for the liberal notice given our proceedings. Wm. J. Stewart, Sec'y. LOCAL HOSPITALITIES. The members of the executive com- mittee were tendered a banquet at the Swannanoa Hotel on the evening of Wednesday, March 5, by th; Idlewild Floral Company. It was a very enjoy- able affair, the dinner being served in a style reflecting great c-edit on the pro- prietors of the Swannanoa and the after- dinner speeches being full of enthusias^i. Mr. Barnard, who said he had come as the representative of McCloud, the elo- quent, who would have been on hand had it been possible, on behalf of the city of Ashe-viUe promised to turn over the keys DEFORMED EASTER LILY. of the city to the convention of August and that the citizens would do every- thing in their power for the coinfort of the visitors. President John Burton, speaking for the S. A F , pleaded inability 1o fully express his feelings. He said that the society in selecting Asheviiie as its next meeting place had in mind the double object of conferring some benefit on its southern breathrrn and of reaping benefit itsell by seeing what nature has done for that beautiful country. President John Nichols, of the Board of Trade, eloquently seconded Mr. Barn- ard's welcome and paid a high tribute to the impiring objects lor which the S. A. F. exists and the noble mission of the flowers. He was followed by J. D. Carmody, who proceeded to convulse his audience with a series of stories direct from the neighborhood of Posey County and hoped that the snow storm then in progress would not be attributed to the arrival of the northern visitors. Messrs. Halliday, Sullivan and Cartledge then rendered a trio entitled "I'd like to be excused" and Alex. Wallace, after a few ■words expressing appreciation of the courtrsies extended, sang "I love the lasses" with bis customary success. F. R. Mathison made a most eloquent speech and aroused much enthusiasm as he dilated on the grand horticultural possibilities of the south. He told of the many goods being imported from foreign countries which the south should pro- duce and sell to northern florists, adding pointedly, "We want your way-bills." He referred to what arboriculture and gardening had done for communities, raising the value ofreal estate and making homes better and happier, and reminded his southern friends of the riches they were overlooking in not doing more lor the horticultural embellishment of their homes. He told of his experience with imported grafted and budded rose stock could see no reason why a great and profitable business in these goods could not be done by southern growers. Secretary Stewart spoke next in endorsement of what Mr. Mathison had said and Treasurer Beatty followed with a very pleasing tribute to the elevating influence of a love for flowers which, with the S. A. F., is the ruling motive. The followingtelegram came as the dinner was in progress: "Horticul- tural Club of Boston sends greetings hoping the enactments of this meeting shall be the keystone to the future pros- perity of the society. 'Signed," M. H. Norton, treasurer." After the close of the bancjuet the visitors were escorted by the proprietor of the Swannanoa Hotel to the Elks' rooms where as the guests of the lodge they received unlimited hospitalitv. Songs of the south and songs of the north alternated in vociferous chorus and many friendships were developed that will be again cemented next August. The Elks are "jolly good fellows." On Thursday the visitors were treated to a carriage ride by the Asheviiie Board of Trade. Vanderbilt's great estate at Biltmore was visited in the forenoon and the beauties of this famous place fully enjoyed by all. A warm greeting was extended by Robert Bottomly, the gardener, who escorted the visitors through the conservatories and was especially pleased to meet some of his old Boston friends. In the afternoon the Idlewild greenhouses and Overlook Park ■were visited. Vice-President Deake left nothing undone for the happiness and comfort of his guests. igo2. The a mer /can Fl grist. 249 Deformed Easter Lilies. .Many complaints have been heard this season regarding the behavior of Japanese longiflorura lihes. The disappointment and loss to forcers from the failure of a large proportion of the bulbs to produce salable plants and flovsrers is a very serious matter, not only to the forcers themselves lut to the importers and dealers from whom the bulbs are pro- cured and who, individually and collect- ively, have to suffer the consequences of blame for conditions which they are expected to foresee and guard against. So far as we have been able to learn, the trouble complained of is not the disease which, a few years ago, was so prevalent in the Bermuda-grown stock as to almost entirely ruin the Bermuda lily business. That disease, while not entirely absent in the Japanese stock, is so little in evidence that it is causing no uneasiness, at least for the present. Our two illustrations show the trouble in question much more clearly than any description we can give. Id one pot are three bulbs, each of apparently equal quality and vigor at time of planting. The result is one good plant and two worthless ones. The other photograph shows a single plant with the stunted growth and curly foliage which is all too familiar to the eye of the Easter lily torcer, and which, so far as practical results go, might as well be thrown into the dump heap at once, for all that can be had from it if it ever gets to blooming is the twisted and deformed buds so plainly show^n on one of the plants in the other picture. A superficial examination of the roots shows no differ- ence between the imperfect and the healthy plants. Tests to many of the most experienced growers disclose some very significant figures as to the aggregate losses this year, the proportion of bad bulbs running all the way from fifteen to nearly fifty per cent. One grower acknowledges having thrown away already filteen thousand of the worst out ot fifty-five thousand plants. The photographs reproduced herewith were taken in his houses since and are good evidence that he has many more to dis- pose of in a similar manner. He states that his stock was purchased from six different dealers and the results from the various invoices differ but slightly. Another grower whose loss is over fourteen hundred out ot four thousand bulbs says that the bulbs were all of the high-priced multiflora variety and were exceedingly handsome. They were received ia early October and kept in a cool store-room until well rooted. Not only is it impossible to find any imper- fections in the bulbs but it is often some two or three months after potting that the trouble begins to manifest itself, and thus, in addition to the cost of the bulbs, the grower loses the labor and room occupied up to that time. Naturally the growers are earnestly seeking a way whereby they may escape a like infliction in future years. It is generally known that the English govern- ment has had an expert in Bermuda for some time past and the influence of his advice and assistance to the planters there is seen in the greatly improved quality of the bulbs brought from Bermuda the past season. The propor- tion of diseased bulbs has been very small as compared with other years, and it is evident that the Bermuda growers have learned the lesson that good stock cannot be grown on impoverished land and that if they put a bad bulb into the ground they will get a bad bulb out of it. One of the largest bulb forcers for the DEFOHMEO EASTER LILIES. New York market has been experiment- ing with Japanese stock grown in Ber- muda, but finds he can do nothing with it, for although this stock does elegantly in the Bermuda fields yet nothing can be done with it for early forcing here, it taking till May or June to get into flower. As to the cause of the Japan longi- florum malady, theories are about as numerous as are the growers. The explanation given by B. Suzuki, of the Yokhama Nurseries, however, seems reasonable and, with his extensive knowledge of the subject, should be the correct one. Mr. Suzuki attributes the whole trouble to the practice of digging the bulbs before they are luUy matured, to satisfy the demand for early shipments. He says that no trouble has ever been experienced with the lilies in the fields and no evidence of weakness found in the bulbs when shipped. If the American trade would be satisfied to receive their stock a little later he isconfident that the difficulty would disappear. Naturally a dry season is more tavorable to early ripening. Last summer was wet and, unfortunately, there were four or five days of heavy rain just at the time of digging. In order to comply with the demands it was found necessary to cut the green stems from the bulbs instead of waiting, as formerly, as sound judg- ment would dictate, until the stems had died down, and this practice has been getting more general each season for the past four or five years. In support ot Mr. Suzuki's opinion that late-harvested bulbs would give more certain results in Easter forcing, several large growers have acknowleged that there is no advantage in handling the very early stock. H. C. Steinho^ of West Hoboken, has some longiflorums that will be in full flower for Easter which were not potted until after Christ- mas and points to two other lots, one planted in September and the other in October, which cannot be told apart. 250 The American Florist. Mar. /5, A New Asparagus. The plant here illustrated is one of anew variety of asparagus, the progeny of a plant which appeared five years ago in a batch of 200 seedlings. It was the only plant in the lot devoid of a tendency to climb. It only grows six inches high. The seed was taken from a plant of Asparagus tenuissimus and growing near it were plants of A. deflexus and A. plnmosus. I think it will prove a valu- able plant for fern dishes, as it propagates readily, both by division and cnttings. Last year at Philadelphialt wasawarded a first-class certificate of merit and at Boston it was given honorable mention. Wm. Thatcher. The Spring Season and the Grower. The spring work of the plant grower is a large subject, so large that but a few phases of it may be considered in a short article, for the duties of the grower seem t o multiply with great rapidity as the days grow longer and the increasing sun- light stirs up the plants to renewed eflort. In addition to this there is the Easter rush to be considered and the effect that the business of that period will have upon the routine work of the place, for even the best regulated establishments sometimes become irregular when prac- tically the whole force have to hustle to get out orders on time. Extra help may perhaps be had, but even so the inexperience of the new hands may complicate matters to come extent, and although a moat important and profitable part of the year's trade is included in Easter week, it is also a time of much anxiety to the managing end of the business, and there is a feeling of relief when the last load of plants leaves the panliing shed that can only be likened to that of a boy when the last day of school arrives before the long vacation. But the growers' vacation by no means begins with the conclusion of the Easter trade, time and space both being too precious at this season to permit of any waste of either, and one of the first duties is to get together the left-overs and to set up the remaining stock so that all avail- able space may be at once put to good use. As to just what profit per square foot should be realized each year from green- house space is still quite an open question and would vary greatly with the locality and value of property that may be used for this purpose, but all will agree that the man who produces the greatest num- ber of crops of good quality from a given space each year is the most likely to come out a winner at the end of the year, pro- vided that his crops are adapted to his market. To the grower who handles a general stock of plants, the bedding plant trade is the next matter of importance after Easter is past and no time should be lost in spreading out and potting on all stock of this character that may need more room, for a trade can be built up for good, stocky, well furnished geraniums, heliotropes, fuchsias, verbenas and other old favorites, even though there may be someone else who oflers rooted cuttings and thumb-pot stock at ruinously low figures. Memorial day finds a market for many such plants among the thou- sands of flower lovers who may not be able to aflord to buy a large Crimson Rambler rose or a hydrangea for ceme- tery decoration. Flowering plants appeal to the public in the springtime, and a very attractive display may be made with cinerarias, Chinese and hardy primroses, pans filled with English daisies or with pansies, while our old friends, the mignonette and sweet alyssum, find many purchasers when well grown in pots or pans. By well grown is meant not only with a quantity of flowers just opening but also with sturdy and deep colored foliage that indicates a continu- ance of growth and flower for some time to come. The Chinese primroses are very showy and also last for a considerable time in bloom when grown in a cool and well ventilated greenhouse, one of the requi- sites for their successful culture being a rather open soil, it being remembered that in Western China in the one locality * , fc"?"''^^^Wj %>A' t^-' B^^ H^ ^^■^ «-'^9iHi ^^E^i^- \ A NEW DWARF ASPARAGUS. in which the original species has been found growing wild, the Chinese prim- rose grows on ledges of rock where no soil is found except a sprinkling of disin- tegrated rock and the decayed vegetable matter from preceding years of growth, and that in such an apparently uninvit- ing location these primroses grow and multiply and flower most abundantly. Primula obconica is now quite largely grown among winter and spring flower- ing plants, and, like its relative, P. Sinen- sis, has been greatly improved by selec- tion and careful cultivation, and has also shown much variation in color. Of the hardy primroses, the common English primrose, P. vulgaris, and the cowslip, P. officinalis, are among the most popu- lar and have also produced many varie- ties under cultivation, some of the latter being quite distinct in color and size of flower, while others have produced double or semi-double flowers. Another of the nearly hardy primroses, and one of the most showy of the genus, is the Japanese primrose, P. Japonica, a strong growing species with large dark green leaves and flower spikes that on a strong plant will grow eighteen inches to two feet in height and produce successive whorls of large flowers of dark crimson color. This species is also readily raised from seeds, the latter germinating quite quickly when sown as soon as they are ripe and treated as one would the seeds of the Chinese primrose. The seeds of all primulas are very imall and consequently should be sown in fine and well prepared soil and watered very carefully in order to prevent washing out the seeds or drowning the seedlings. As soon as the seedlings are large enough to be handled conveniently they should be pricked out into flats and protected from the full sunshine, and in due course of time may be potted off into small pots It is advisable to continue to protect the young primulas by means of some light shading material throughout the heat of summer, and to shift them on into larger pots before they become stunted, a good ijlooming size being grown in 5-inch and 6inch pots. The Abyssinian primrose, P. verticil- lata, was also grown to some extent in this country from twenty to twenty-five years ago, and a very interesting and pretty plant it is, the long and tlightly toothed lanceolate leaves being covered with white, mealy powder, and the flower spikes rising to about one loot in height and carrying whorls of bright yel- low tubular flowers. This plant seems to have dropped out of sight to a great extent of late years, and would probably be hailed as a valuable novelty by many people were it re-introduced with a proper florish of trumpets as the "wonderful silver primrose, the favorite flower of the King of Abyssinia" or something of that character. But putting levity aside, the Abyssinian primrose is a charming little plant, being both sweet scented and attractive in appearance, and is worthy of wider distribution. The cinerarias are now coming into bloom and makeabrave showing among the cheaper grade of flowering plants for the spring, the great variety in coloring and the abundance of their flowers giving them favor everywhere. These same cinerarias are gross feeders, owing to the large and succulent growth there is to be supported, and as the flowers are form- ing it is good practice to keep them well supplied with moisture in the form of liquid fertilizers. Green aphis is also very likely to appear on both primroses and cinerarias at this season, and as neither of these plants stand fumigating with tobacco stems very well it is a better method to apply the nicotine by the milder plan of spreading tobacco sttms among the plants. A dusting with snofi will accomplish the same end, but as some of this preparation may remain on the foliage the use of the stems is more cleanly. Once again there is a loud murmur from various growers that the Easter lily bulbs are defective, and great losses have ensued, the worst case of which I have heard being a loss of about eighty percent of the bulbs that were planted on the part of a large grower, and is not only a very discouraging, but is also a serious loss from a financial point of view. Another thought that strikes the average observer is the great number of different forms in growth and habit that appear among a houseful of Easter lilies nowadays, some plants many flowered, some few flowered, some broad leaved, others narrow, some dark stemmed and others light, and thus onward ad inlini- tum, until one cannot help harboring the suspicion that the enterprising foreigner has watered his stock, so to speak, with many seedling lilies instead of continuing the slower process of propagating known forms by means of scales, even though the said foreigner may be well aware that seedling lilies are extremelv vari- able. W. H. Taplin. One of Many. Ed .\m. Florist:— We find yours avcry valuable paper and would be lost with- out it. Enclosed it another dollar. Adgate & Son. Warren, O. fgo2. The American Florist. 251 ASTER L/EVIQATUS AS A POT PLANT. OOLEUS THYRSOIDEUS IN 4-INCH POTS. AN OLD SUBJECT AND A NEW CLAIMANT FOR POPULAR FAVOR. Coleus Thyrsoideus. The accompanying illustration is from a photograph of a group of 4inch pot plants of the new Coleus thyrsoideus. _ It will serve to show what can be done with this plant in a short time. The plants photographed were propagated early in October and were allowed to grow to a single stem. If these had been potted up three, lour or five to a pot they should have made handsome specimens. J. D. ElSELE. Michaelmas Daisies in Pots. There are many distinct species of asters which are included as Michaelmas daisies but, though the original species is very pretty, there are not many that are showv enough to command much attention for florist's work. Even those which might prove usefal have gener- ally been grown under conditions which do not admit of the fullest development of their natural beauty, but during the last few years many very pretty garden varieties have been added and there appears to be plenty of scope tor further improvement in these useful autumn flowering plants. This fact is now recog- nized by some of the best English growers, who are looking for (resh sub- jects with which to experiment. During the past season asters were a most prominent feature in all hardy- plant exhibits and not the least interest- ing was the large collection of plants, representing about 150 species and var- ieties which were grown in pots by an English nurseryman. Of course there were many which proved of little value as pot plants, but from the lot a selection could be made of varieties which may be strongly recommended for florists' work. From the dwarf, bushy, compact varie- ties to those of a tall, branching habit, they give a good variety and are well adapted for general decorations or for the cool conservatory. Though quite hardy the flowers open better under glass after we get cold or wet weather. The following is a good selection for pot culture. Many more might be added, but those named have all proved of great merit. Those of the A. Novae-Belgii sec- tion keep op a succession of flowers longer than others and also give a good variety of colors. The varieties are: Irene, Perle Lyonnaise, Arcturus, St. Patrick, R. Parker nanus, W. Marshall, Cottage Maid, Florence, Nancy, Calliope, Maidens Blush, Janus, Decorus, White Spray, Minerva and Formosissim a. Good sorts of the A. Novs-Anglise section are Precocite, Mrs. J. F. Raynor, W. Bow- man and Perchellus. Other good sorts are Tradescantia, Coombe Fishacre, pan- iculatus blandus and leevigatus. For pot culture plants with single stems, or at most two stems, should be selected. They may be potted into the flowering pots early in the season. Good loam, stable manure and a good sprink- ling of crushed bone should be used and the potting should be 6rm. leaving plenty of room ior watering. A good size is 8-inch or 10-inch pots. Plunged in the ground and given plenty of water they will give very little trouble. Alter they are well established manure may be used ireelv. The earliest come into flower early in September and a succession may be kept up nearly to Christmas. A. H. The California privet, Ligustrum ovali- folium, is enjoving steadily increasing popularity as a hedge plant and many nurseries report large demand for it. Commercial Orchids. YRead by James Goodier, of Toronto^ before the Canadian Horticultural Association.'\ There are some 6,000 species and var- ieties of orchids knovro to cultivation, but out of this member two dozen dis- tinct kinds are about all the ordinary florist could hope to get profit from. A number of these could be grown in the least useful space in his houses, although to secure the best results they should be grown in a house by themselves. Cattleyas, when well grown, come easily first as being the most profitable. About seven varieties are all that are required to give a succession of flowers for most of the year. Success depends entirely on a healthy and vigorous root action, and this is only attained by close attention to the ripening of the bulbs and careful watering. Proficiency in this respect is gained solely by practical experience; theory is of little use in orchid growing. The first cattleya that was introduced was Cattleya labiata. This variety throws out its flowers in late summer and fall. Cattleya Percivaliana gener- ally comes next in season, but if not kept pretty warm in winter it has a tendency to rot its flowers in the sheath. Cattleya TrianEE, C. Mendelii, C. Mossis, C. Gas- kelliana and C. gigas all will follow more or less in rotation. Any florist hav- ing a few hundred of each of the above varieties should have no difficulty in producing flowers the year around. The first five cattleyas named rtquire about the same treatment. They like a plentilul supply of water at the roots when making their growths or bulbs, but as soon as the bulbs are completely made up, they must be rested by gradu- ally withholding water altogether from 252 The American Florist. Mar. ^5> them, until such time as the bolbs are noticed to be slightly shriveled. Then each plant should receive a good soaking at the root and no more water till they appear to shrivel again. A man accus- tomed to cattleyas can tell at a glance when walking through a house which plants need water and which do not, without looking at the soil in the pots stall. In the course of a few weeks the bloom will be seen to be pushing up in the sheath. Then the plants should receive more water until the flowers drop or are cut, after which they will require the same treatment they got before commenc- ing to bloom for some time; then they w^ill start to make the bulbs for their coming season's flowers. Cattleya Gaskelliana and C. gigas are somewhat difierent from the above vari- ties, for they commence to flower before the new bulbs are completed, but by the time the bloom is over the bulb is ripe and the plants will take a rest of six months or more before commencing to grow again. This ripening and resting thoroughly is the means of producing flowers, and also a greater number in each sheath, besides keeping the plants in bet- ter health, and will often prevent what is called second growth. But should these appear it is better to ignore them altogether; just treat the plants as though they were not there at all, for if these growths are encouraged they will soon play the plants out. Under such treatment as I have here described I have had as many as eight large blooms from one sheath of Cat- tleya gigas and often six from C. Gas- kelliana, and these from plants that had been under cultivation in the same green- houses for upwards of ten years. Now, I have been told that we fellows from the old country keep cattleyas much too dry, but I have experimented more than once (besides witnessing the performances of others) by giving them a plentiful sup- ply of water from the hose at all times, and found that they made very good growth in summer but never seemed to flower freely, and in a year or two they deteriorated so much that the dump was the best place for them. Some growers have great success grow- ing cattleyas on boards, others in baskets or cribs, but for the general florist pots or pans are the best, because they can be kept under better control and are more easily handled, besides always being ready for sale when a customer comes along. The material for potting varies according to the grower's fancy, for some growers prefer leaf soil alone, others sphagnum moss, and some use peat and moss mixed together. I find three parts peat to one of moss answers very well. In potting raise the base of the plant a little above the rim of the pot. Always use as small a pot or pan as possible, and pot rather firmly. Always try to get the leads to face one vvay, for then, as the leads grow over the side of the pot and the plant needs repot- ting, the useless back bulbs can be cut off and it can be put back into the same size of pot, so avoiding over-potting, which cannot be helped if one lead runs one way and the other in the opposite direc- tion. Some varieties want potting just before they flower, others after they have flowered, but the best and safest time to pot, if it is needed, is as the young roots are pushing from the base of the new bulbs If work's too pressing when a plant needs attention, and the roots get too long, it is better to let it go for that season, for If any attempt is made to bury the roots that have been exposed to the air they will surely die, and the plant will receive a check. Potting or dis- turbing at the root too often must be avoided, for, if a plant is well potted, it should continue in good condition two or even three years. Most cattleyas have a tendency to roam over the side of the pot. If they should get too long it is as well to cut ofl the back portion and lay the stems on damp moss. A nice lot of young plants may be raised in this manner, if it is needful. To establish newly imported plants the best way is to place them in pots filled with crocks and charcoal. Driveinasmall stake, tie the bulbs neatly to it and give them lots of water. Soon roots will begin to run through the crocks; then is the time to place some good peat and moss firmly on the top of the crocks. If this were done earlier the material would get sour with the quantity of water that is often needed to plump up imported cattleyas. Lselias seem to like much the same treatment as cattleyas, but require more moss to root into. Leelia purpurata is a fine, bold flower. It makes its growth in the fall and early winter months, but usually comes into flow^er for the June weddings. Laslia autumnalis flowers about the chrysanthemum season and, like Ljelia anceps, with its fine, long stems, cannot be beaten for cut flower work. These two latter varieties do best in baskets hung from the roof of the house. In their growing season they like to be syringed pretty freely, but after the flower is cut they take a long rest and the moisture in the house is usually enough to keep them going. There are quite a number of the cypri- pedium family that are suitable for the florist, but six varieties are about all he will need. Cypiipedium insigne, C. Spicerianum, C. Leeanum, C. Harrisia- num, C. barbatum and C. villosum are all pretty common and of easy culture. Being terrestrial they do best grown in pots. The potting compost should con- sist of good, fibrous loam, peat and moss. The bases of the growths are better placed below the rims of the pots; and in watering use the same judgment as when watering a palm; avoid giving too much or the soil will sour, thus caus- ing the roots to rot. But they must not be allowed to ever get too dry, for they have no bulbs to store anything away in for a dry period, like a cattleya. They flower best when pot bound. Cymbidium Lo wiannm and Cymbidium eburneum also do best under the same treatment as cypripediums, and their great lasting qualities should give them a place. Ccelogyne cristata is all right as a white flower, but it fails to last long when cut. It is a plant that takeswater copiously when growing, and not so much when its bulbs are completed. Vanda coerulea, one of the few blue orchids we have, is a grand thing and seems to do well under cultivation. It should be placed in a pot of crocks and charcoal, with a layer of moss on the top, and if it gets the syringe among the stems and roots every day duriug sum- mer it will thrive and flower well. Lycaste Skinnerii is fine as a pot plant and does well for decorations when in bloom, its lasting qualities are so great, but it appears to bruise very easily. It succeeds well in good peat and very little moBS, but in winter must be kept dry or it will soon be ruined by a disease called black spot. Oncidium varicosum and Oncidium tigrinum, with their beautiful and taking yellow flowers, seem to be of quite easy culture They do the best grown outside during summer, behind a north wall, on a slat stage with a light canvas shade to protect them from the sun. Inthe winter they should be grown among the catt- leyas and kept quite dry at the root. Odontoglossum crispum and O. Pesca- torei do well under the same treatment in summer as oncidiums, but should be wintered in a fern house, and must not be allowed to get too dry at the root. A mixture of fibrous peat and moss with a little charcoal suits these cool orchids best. Of the dendrobes perhaps Dendrobiura PhaliEnopsis is the best for the florist. It succeeds well hung on the roof, grown in- very small pots or pans with a little peat' and moss, and should seldom be dis- turbed at the root. The frtqueat use of the syringe will give it all the water it requires during the summer. In the winter it needs a very long rest, and must be hung in some dry, sunny place. In the spring, when it commences to grow, it should havealittle mofs pricked in among the roots, which will help it for the season. It flowers freely from both old and young bulbs. Dendrobium formosum with its white, cattleya-like flower, is very useful for designs and requires the same treatment as D. Phalsnopsis, but it degenerates very much under cultivation and must be periodically renewed. The good old Dendrobium nobile is still among the first for buttonhole work, but in this country it is seldom seen to perfection. The heavy firing for so many weeks in winter seems to play havoc with it. Endeavor to keep the roots healthy or it will be a sure failure. It makes good growth in either pots or baskets, and seems to like peat and moss mixed with charcoal and broken crocks to root into. To flower the plants successfully the bulbs must be well ripened by wintering them in some cool, dry, sunny place. Should the florist go in for raising cro- tons and draceenas or other stove plants, I advise him to try a few plants of Den- drobium Phaltenopsis, for in such a tem- perature as these plants desire this den- drobium thrives finely. The plants do well grown in baskets hung on the roof. The baskets should be filled with crocks and charcoal and a layer of sphagnum moss on the top; avoid watering overhead or they will soon rot ofl" at the collar, but they need to be kept wet at the root while growing or flowering, after which they are better on the dry side, only enough water being given to keep the leaves plump. When the new leal first appears, which will be about the month of May, the plants should have all the old moss picked out from them and the dirt washed well out of the crocks with the hose. .\ little fresh moss is placed around them and they are then all right for the summer, but on no account should they be disturbed till the young or new leaf makes an appearance. Give D. Pha- tenopsisa night temperatureof 70°, with lots of moisture. Give no air in the day- time till the thermometer stands at 00° and they will pay as well as any orchid grown, with perhaps the least trouble. The house best suited for orchids is an even span roof with top and bottom ven- tilators There should be an open lath or slat stage in the center of the house, built in the shape of steps or tiers, and just high enough to sf e each plant com- fortably from the path. Cattleyas do far better on a stage of this description than igo2. The American Florist. 253 be open a full week before being cut, for then they are better developed, better colored, they stand better, ship better, and give better satisfaction generally. A WREATH OF SPRING FLOWERS. they do if hung from the roof near the glass. The summer seems to be too hot to grow them in this manner with satis- faction in this country. Around the side of the house an open slat stage should be built, which is suitable for cypripediums, etc. In winter time, when there is heavy firing, the house should be damped with the hose twice a day, between the pots and under benches, but in summer time, when the fire is out, once a day is usually enough. The best time to use the hose is in the afternoon, between three and four o'clock. A night temperature at all times from 60° to 65° is right. In giving air make the most use of the bottom ventilators. Never open both top and bottom ventilators at the same time, for if this is done the moisture is driven out at the top, and this moisture is what is w^anted for success in orchid growing. The top ventilators may be used with advantage at night during summer, as it is a good plan to give a chink of air from the top an hour or two after the house is closed in the afternoon. This may be lelt on till morning. Avoid theuse of cement pathsor floors. Thereis nothing better than ashes. Now, the obstacles the florist will have to contend with will be many before he will be able to make a financial success of the venture. It will take a large amount of capital to 611 a 100-foot house. To secure a first-class professional grower will be found another difficulty, although there are very few florists looking for a position who will admit that they do not understand orchids. Yet I see no reason why ninety -five per cent of each of the species I have here written about should not do well in this American cli- mate, and increase in size year by year. If what I have attempted to describe is followed, the returns from such a house ought to be equal to the same space devoted to any other class of plants and be a good source of income without any additional outlay lor years after the first expense. The great time the flowers will last on the plants in good condition is much in their favor, for they can be left till the demand arises for them. If the retail florists knew where orchid flowers are always on hand they would be able to dispose of a greater number than they do as it now is. Most orchids want to Boston. ASSOCIATION OF GROWERS HOLDS HIGHLY SUCCESSFUL CARNATION EXHIBITION. — BXHIBITORS AND PRIZB WINNERS-TRADE FAIBLY ACTIVE — PROSPECTS FOR A VERT BUSY EASTER. — EDGAR HAS NOVEL- TIES.— PIERCES EMPLOY LABOR SAVING DEVICES. — VARIOUS NOTES OF LOCAL DOINGS. The annual exhibition of the Co- opera- tive Flower Growers' Association, which was held at the Park Street Market on Saturday, March 8, brought out a superb display of carnations, among which were all the important novelties of the New England growers for this season. Among the largest exhibitors Jwas Peter Fisher, whose Enchantress, which took a first prize; Gov. Wolcott, which took a second prize, and Mrs. M. A. Patten, were the only three seedlings scoring enough points to entitle them to a certificate. The »core was: Enchant- ress, light pink, 97 points; Wolcott, white, 96 points, and Mrs. Patten, striped, 95 points. As a light pink, Enchantress was simply unapproachable. Mrs. Lawson, as shown by M. A. Pat- ten, was of a quality never excelled and seldom equalled. Mr. Patten also showed Gov. Wolcott, Morning Glory, Lorna and Gov. Roosevelt, each of the latter three taking a first prize, and Mar- quis, which took a second prize. Wm. Nicholson showed Floriana and a fine collection of standard varieties. Geo. E. Buxton won first with his Mrs. Bradt andG. H Crane, and also showed Lawson and Marquis in good shape. L. E. Small was second on Crane and E. Cartwright on Flora Hill. Other exhibitors of stand- ard varieties were Paul E. Rich we gen, S.J. Goddard, J. H. Leach & Son and Coolidge Bros Among the new things, C. Warbnrton's Cressbrook, showed up well. S. Littltfield showed Goodenough, white; A. Roper, Fair Maid, light pink, also a scarlet and a striped seedling; M. L. Tirrell, Liberty, cerise; Geo. Heming- way, King Philip, deep cerise; Mrs. Geo. Butterfirld, Vesuvius, scarlet; W. S. Nichol, Wild Rose; Sam. Wheeler, a white and cerise seedling; T. H. Newman, a white seedlinfi; J. H. Leach & Son, a pick and a light pink seed- ling, and C. Cummings, a pink seed- ling. Norris F. Comley made a display cif violets, unprecedtntf dly good, which brought him first prize on Imperial. Mr. Sim was also a large exhibitor of violets, winning second prize with La France. John R. Comlev, E. F. McGrady, G. W. Ayer, J. S. Philbrick and J. S. Smiley were well represented in the violet dis- plays, the latter taking second with Campbell. Robert Montgomery received first prize for Bride roses. E N Pierce showed mignonette and S. J. Goddard antirrhinums. L. H. Foster exhibited his improved form of Boston fern in fine shape. Among the visitors were T- A. Valentine, Denver, Col.; Judge Hoitt and G. E. Buxton, Nashua, N. H.; A. H. Lange, Worcester; C. Warburton, Fall River; E. O. Orpet, So. Lancaster; A. Jahn, New Bedford. Trade reports from this vicinity, tak- ing the entire field of plant growers, flower growers and retailers, indicate that business throughout New England is holding its own and that in most lines aggregate sales are fully up to the record of corresponding date in recent years. 254 The American Florist. Mar. /J, The promise is bright for a spring trade of enormous volume and there is no doubt expressed as to the results of the special Easter demand in either plants or cut flowers, although in the lattei line it is generally accepted that comparatively lov7 prices will prevail. The decrease in the values of most cut flower stock dur- ing the present month, as indicated in our price quotations, is quite heavy but, isin the main, legitimate and shows only the natural result of the advancing sea- son and the consequent acceleration of the product. During the stormy days of last week general buying was very light, but the visit of Prince Benry of Prussia gave a lively impetus to local trade in the finer lines of flowers and helped out on the situation generally, besides afford- ing our ambitions retailers an opportu- nity to exploit the flower trade publicly, which is alwavs a good thing for busi- ness if done conscientiously and with some regard for .the truth. This week, with better weather, the buying is well distributed and most of the stock coming into the market finds a buyer of some kind. Those growers who make Easter plant growing a specialty confess to have already accepted about all the orders they can safely undertake to fill and are disposed to hold back Irom solic- iting any more Easter business for the present. E. N. Pierce & Sons have in operation a sort of cable car system whereby lilies and other plants are taken from the benches and loaded on wagons with great rapidity. Each house in their range opens into a lorg, straight shed, through the entire lengtti of which runs a flat car propelled by a cable worked by steam power. Through the center of each house is a track on which runs a small hand car on which plants are placed as removed from the bench and transferred to the door where ihe large car takes up each load as ready and delivers all at the wagon shed at the end of the long shed, where there are facilities for loading six teams at the same time. Among novelties at W. W. Edgar's is Astilbe Gladstone. This recent introduc- tion is a very graceful plant, a remark- ably precocious forcer and well worthy of wide cultivation as an Easter specialty. Mr. Edgar has discovered among his seedling ferns a green form of Pteris Mayii which is much superior to the common little crested variety. Metro- sideros is in full bloom three weeks ahead of last year, when it was brought into flower for Easter only with much diffi- culty Mr. E Igar's exjilanation of this variation in its behavior is that the hot summer and consequent early ripening of the wood last yearmadethe plants better subjects for forcing. Anderson & Williams are still in the advance guard of the lucky rose growers of this section. Their Bride and Brides- maid roses have the faculty of coming in right at the time when other growers are ofl crop. They have just completed the tjing down of several large beds of Kaiserin roses for summer blooming. On March 8 J. Woodward Manning gave a lecture, illustrated with fine sterc- opticon views, at the Town Hall, Arling- ton, on the care and the valui" of shrubs and trees on the highway. W. W. Raw- son presided. The American Park a':d Outdoor Art Association will hold its annual conven- tion at Boston next August. A very comprehenoive programme of lectures and essays is in preparation M 'srs. M. H. Norton, F. R. Mathison, W. W. Edgar, P, Welch and W.J.Stew- art have gone to New York to attend the meeting and exhibition of the American Rose Society. At the monthly meeting of the Garden- ers' and Florists' Club of Boston on Tuesday evening, March 11, W.N. Craig, of North Easton, gave an interesting talk. Henry Penn is branching out and has now opened a conveniently located flower store at 43 Bromfield street. Chicago. TBADE ACTIVE —GOOD DEMAND FROM OnT- SIDB — STOCK WELL CLEANED DP AT FAIR PRICES. — PROSPECTS FOR EASTER. — WHOLESALERS ADOPT UNIFORM PRICE LIST — CLUB MEETING — THE WITTBOLDS BEGIN UPON A FINE NEW ESTABLISHMENT. — LILIES EXPECTED TO BE SCARCE. — VARIOUS NOTES OF INTEREST. Business has been excellent in this market this week, although the local retailers have not been particularly busy. There has been an excellent demand from outside, and the daily receipts have been well cleaned up in almost all lines. There has been a good demand for American Beauty, the call exceeding the supply except with regard to long-stemmed stock. Most of the cut seems to be either very long or very short. There is a prospect of a good supply of long for Easter, with hardly any medium lengths, and these are always the ones most in demand. The receipts of Brides and Bridesmaids have increased somewhat, but growers say that the plants are generally going off crop and that there is no prospect of an extrmely large cut for Easter, even should the weather be favorable,and several contingencies might serve to reduce the supply materially. The demand has continued for white stock, and Bride roses have shared popu- larity with white carnations. "The receipts of carnations are not particu- larly heavy at present, but there are large qtiantities of colored stock which drag a little. With bright weather in the ten days preceding Easter, there should be all the carnations the market requires for that event. During the past two weeks there has been a good demand from outside sources for large lots of carnations at cheap prices, which has served as an outlet for a good deal of material which the street fakir has handled in the past. Bulbous stock in general is doing as well as one could reasonably expect. Tulips and daffodils seem to have a little the better of the demand. There are still large quantities of lily of the valle}' available, and calla lilies are in extra supply. In greens there seems to be enough of everything except adiantum, although the visible supply of ferns has been so reduced that the whole- salers are quoting $2.50 per thousand this week and will make it $3 for Easter. The attraction at the Florists' Club meeting, March 12, was a splendid vase of the new rose, Ivory, from the American Rose Company, Washington, D. C. Anton Then exhibited two pans of Jap- anese longiflorum lilies. The plants were dwarf but attractive and received the two customary premiums, The same exhibitor had on view some seedling car- nations, among them a rather interest- ing raal-formed variety, a seedling from the white Bradt, in which it is charac- teristic that two flowers develop on the same stem, one above the other, after the manner of arrangement of the flower cluster^ in hoscin hose polyanthus, but closertogether. August Jurgens exhibited wrll grown Mr specimen and some badiv delormrd samples of Japanese longi- florums, his loss in which has been about eighty-five per cent. In the plants that turned out good Mr. Jurgens found that the narrow-leaved variety produced the best stems and flowers. The broad- leaved variety produced dwarf plants in which the somewhat deformed flowers stand up almost straight. The George Wittbold Company has let the contracts for the erection of its new range at Edgewood, on the St. Paul R. R., eleven miles from Chicago, where they have recently purchased thirty acres of land. As a beginning three houses will be erected, 27x300, with a boiler shed 25x54 of brick and stone, with quarters for the employes in the second story. A six-room cottage is also going up for the occupancy of Otto Wittbold, who will have charge of the new place. There will be a side track to the boiler house and nearly half a mile of roads are being made. It is proposed to have everything In the most modern shape and consider- able money is being invested for the pur- pose of growing stock to large sizes. Incidental to this enlargement of the Wittbold business, the capital stock of the companv is being increased from $48,000 to $75,000. The Wholesalers' Association had a meeting Tuesday to which a committee of the Retailers' Protective Association came with the request that the whole- salers confine their sales to those in the trade. The matter was taken under advisement. It was the opinion of the meeting that the association members should publish a uniform price list. It will be found in this issue. It is official. What slight variations may be found in the lists in the advertisements of the members are due to the advertisements being already in type when the associa- tion's action was taken, too late to reset the ads. C. A. Samuelson is having frequent calls for table centerpieces of Prosperity carnation. He finds it appreciated for its unusual coloring, large size and splendid keeping qualities. The new houses which Albert Amling is about to erect for asparagus growing will be twelve feet to the gutter, and it will be one of the most remarkable ranges of its kind when completed. John Zeck, of J. A. IJudlong's, was laid up with a sprained ankle last week and is now hobbling about on crutches, with a prospect of needing their assistance for some little time to come. Henry Payne, at Hinsdale, will replace roses with asparagus next year and his output will consist almost exclusively of greens. Asparagus plumosus, Sprengeri, adiantum and smilax. Flint Kennicott, president of the Kennlcott Brothers Company, has been confined to his home for the past few days by inflammatory rheumatism. Vaughan's Seed Store has been hand- somely redecorated, the seed cases re-arranged and some new ones added for the season's business. W. N. Rudd has been appointed local manager of the coming exhibition of the Chrysanthemum Society of America. Frank Garland says that Cottage Maid tulip is the one item of bulb stock which is "hanging fire" this season. Louis Gresenz of Bassett& Washburn, is building a three-story stone and brick flat on the north side. Bassett & Washburn shipped a nice lot of carnations to Ti)ronto Wednesday for the club show there. Visitor: Chas. Siebrecht, of Winona, Minr.; B Bjchner, of M. Rice & Co., Philadelphia. jgo2. The American Florist. 255 New York. cLtDB holds an interesting session.— plumb resigns show management. — good carnations shown. — cut flower business lags a little. — no heavy crops in sight.— a batch of personal and trade doings. The monthly meeting of the Florists' Club was held at the Elks Hall on Mon- day evening, March 10. The session was devoted mainly to committee reports and other routine work and adjournment came earlier than is generally the case. The resignation of Wm. Plumb as man- ager for the Madison Square exhibition because of the state of his health was the principal item of the meeting. Mr. O'Mara, as chairman of the exhibition committee, discussed the emergency caused by the unexpected event and explained that it had been thought wise to now separate the proposed trade dis- play from the horticultural section and place the work ot arranging therefor in the hands of someone who would under- take the job on the basis of a percentage of the proceeds from the sale of space. As the matter of a proposed joint partici- pation in the exhibition by the National Sculptors' Society is progressing favor- ably it was deemed best to defer for the present the selection of a general man- ■ager. The beefsteak dinner committee reported sufficient receipts to cover all expenses and were dnly thanked and dis- charged. On the table was a vase of Governor Wolcott carnations from Peter Fisher, Ellis, Mass., which was greatly admired and to which the committee awarded 87 points, and the club gave a special vote of thanks. A box of Carna- tion Mrs. Potter Palmer, from the Chi- cago Carnation Company, intended for this meeting did not arrive in season. Messrs. M. H. Norton, P. Welsh and W. W. Edgar, of Boston, beingpresent, were each called upon for a few words and Messrs. Wallace and Stewart rehearsed for the benefit of the club their experi- ences at Asheville the previous week, dwelling upon the good-fellowship and hospitality shown by everyone with whom they had come in contact in the south. Cut flower business is very light this week and aggregate sales will be con- siderably less than for last week, not- withstanding the weather is much more advantageous for shoppers. It has been the rule in previous years that sales would fall oflf two or three weeks before both Christmas and Easter, so the present situation is not unexpected and it is not likely that there will be any appreciable revival until the actual Easter demand begins to develop. It is fortunate that in roses, at least, there is no excessive crop on; neither is there any great overstock in sight for the immediate future. The rose show has used up a certain percent- age of the very fancy blooms but they are not seriously missed as it seems to be the experience of retailers generally that buyers are disposed to pass over the extra grade stock in favor of the medium quality in the Bride and Bridesmaid classes. The occasion of the dinner to Prince Henry by Mr. and Mrs. Cornelius Van- derbilt gave J. H. Small & Sons an oppor- tunity to display their taste in the floral decorations, which were very choice but not ostentatious. The decorations of the drawing room consisted of various choice roses, orchids, etc., in vases, and in the dining room red camellias were the only flowers made use of. August Millang has leased the sales- rooms which the New York Cut Flower Exchange has occupied for many years, and will continue it as a market in the same manner as heretofore, after the removal of the old association to their new salesrooms on Twenty-sixth street. John H. Taylor gave the Boston visit- ors at the New York Florists' Club a ride in his automobile. It is said that Alex. Burns is looking up the price of these strenuous vehicles and will soon be the purchaser of one. It is planned to have part of the block between Eighth and Ninth streets facing Fourth avenue made into a public park. There will be a suburban station at this point. The estimated cost of the prop- erty is $600,000. Daly Brothers have bought the A. B. Murray place at Paterson, N. J., and will takedown and remove the houses to Granton, where they will be re-erected and added to the large range of glass already there. On Tuesday a section of ceiling at the salesroom of the New York Cut Flower Company fell down, but fortunately nobody was hurt. A lot of azaleas belonging to H. C. Steinhofi were ruined. The market florists had their spring meeting for the rental of space at Clinton market on Tuesday evening, and the usual representation of plant growers was present and secured space. Charles Schenck, of Traendly & Schenck, ii suffering from a serious case of blood poisoning. Philadelphia. WEATHER STILL AGAINST RETAIL BUSI- NESS AND ALSO RETARDS PRODUCTION — GROWERS PUSHING BACKWARD STOCK. — LILIES A SHORTAGE. — LOCAL ROSE GROW- ERS MAKE A HIT — VARIOUS NOTES. There has been little, if any, improve- ment in the situation the past week. The weather has been wretched, first snow then rain, then more rain, and while this state of afi'airs was hard on the growers and kept the supply down, it also made it hard to sell the few flow- ers that were carried in stock. Prices have weakened a trifle on the best grades, while the lower qualities can be had at the buyers' price, if any considerable quantity is wanted. Prices range as follows: Beauties specials $6 per dozen; teas $8 to $10 per hundred; carnations $2.50 to $3 per hundred; violets 50 cents per hundred for doubl'SS. Eisen- hart is sending in some fine Lady Camp- bell. Bulbous stock is still plentiful; $2 to $3 is the price, with even lower fig- ures on large lots. All hands are looking foiward to Easter with anxious eyes. This is the critical period for the grower and house after house can be seen in which the thermometer registers away up and it fairly takes one's breath away on entering, the atmosphere is so stifling. Hydrangeas and lilies are the principal laggards. So many lilies have been thrown out the past season that even at 12 cents, the price most growers are asking for the flowers, it is a question whether many of them will come out whole on this important item of their stock. Some of the rose growers of this neigh- borhood had a tussle with their New York brethren at the exhibition of the American Rose Society in the Berkeley Lyceum this week and, as usual, came ofi victorious. A vase valued at $250 and $50 in cash for fifty roses is some- thing worth having, and Mr. Fahren- wold is to be congratulated on his suc- cess. Mr. Mortensonalso wears a seven by nine smile, as his vase of Liberty dis- tanced all the others, and there was some pretty fancy stock against him. A few of "the boys" paid a flying visit to Baltimore last Monday to have a friendly match at tenpins It doesn't matter about the result, only we must say that a more whole-souled set of fel- lows does not exist anywhere. From the time one arrives until duty calls and he is reluctantly obliged to depart it is one continual round of hospitality. The Baltimore boys are certainly all right. Harris has commenced the delivery of his shamrocks. They are certainly fine, showy plants and those in the shamrock- shaped pots should make a hit. K. Cincinnati. BUSINESS SHOWS LITTLE CHANGE.— SOMB OF THE PECULIARITIES. — CLUB DISCON- TINUES ITS EXHIBITIONS.— A NEW WHITB CARNATION. Trade conditions remain about the same as at last report, with an abund- ance of bulbous stock on hand, a great deal of which finds its way to the barrel. It is a very strange thing with violets. One day there are not nearly enough to go around and the next there are plenty of them left over after the day's business is done. At present writing there are a fine lot of Princess of Wales on the mar- ket. Considering the great amount of roses and carnations received, they are cleaned up pretty well every day, partic- ularly Bride and Perle roses and white carnations, which no doubt we can attribute to an unusually large amount of funeral work. Some extra choice Bridesmaid roses are coming in from Carl Schweitzer, which find a ready sale. His Marquis and Flora Hill car- nations are also very good. This is Carl's first season of growing cut flow- ors and he is well satisfied with results. At a meeting of the Florists' Society Saturday night it was decided to discon- tinue the monthly exhibitions, owing to a lack of interest on the part of a major- ity of the members. The work of arrang- ing for the exhibits has always rested on a certain few, who devoted their time and money to the cause and are getting tired of it and want other parties to take hold now and continue the exhibits next season. Upon motion of J. W. Rogers the chair appointed Ben. George a committee of one to procure a photo ot the late Edwin Hoflmeister and have the same enlarged to hang in the clubroom of the society. J. A. Peterson and Julius Schu- man have resigned as members o lie society. C. C. Murphy has sold the entire stock of his white seedling carnation to Wm. Murphy, who will disseminate the same in another year. This seedling, a cross between McGowan and Bridesmaid, is the best white carnation received by the Cincinnati Cut Flower Company for the past two seasons, being a large double white on a good stiff stem, and the writer has to see the first bursted calyx. Will Murphy says he has 30,000 plants to put out as soon as the weather per- mits. Ed. Foster, with Sunderbruch's Sons, received an order last week from Mexico for a bouquet of ninety American Beauty roses to be sent to a lady in this city who was celebrating her ninetieth birthday anniversary. It was a hummer and all one man wanted to do to carry it. All the growers are expecting to do a large Easter business and are getting their stock In shape accordingly. D. ii56 The American Florist. Mar. /5^ Seventeenth Year. Subscription, $1.00 ft year. To Europe, S2.00. Subscriptions accepted only from those in the trade. Advertisements on all except cover pages, 10 Cents a Line, Agate; $1.00 per inch. Cash with Order. No Special Position Guaranteed. Discounts are allowed, only on consecutive inser- tions, as follows — 6 times, 5 per cent; 13 times 10 per cent; 26 times, 20 per cent; 52 times. 30 per cent, cover space sold only on yearly contract at 11.00 per inch, net, in the case of the two front pages, regular discounts ap- plying only to the back pages. The Advertising Department of the Ahbbican FiiOBisT is for Florists, Seedsmen and Nurserymen and dealers in wares pertaining to those lines on/y. Orders lor less than one- half inch space not accepted. Advertisements must reach us by Wednesday to secure insertion in the issue for the following Saturday. Address AMERICAN FLORIST CO., Chicago. THIS ISSUE 94 PAGES WITH COVERS. CONTENTS. The American Rose Society 233 — Third annual meeting (ilius.) 233 — The society's medal (illus.) 233 ^Vice-president Emil Buettner (p)rtrait) 234 —President F. E. Sewbokl's address 2?4 — Hybtid stocks for rose propagation 235 — New roses 235 — The best garden roses 237 —Rose homes of T. W. Lvdecker (illus.) 237 William C. Barry (portrait) 238 Rose Miss Alice Roosevelt (illus.) op 238 Lorraine Beeonia Turnford Hall (illus.) op 239 The Liberty rose (illus.) 239 — Jno. N. May, Summit.N. J 239 — Bassett & Washburn. Chicago 239 — Jas Souden. Minneapolis. Minn 239 — Cbas. H. Roney, Jamestown, N. Y 239 — Harry Simpson. Edgely, Pa 239 — E. G. Asm us, "West Ho'boken, N. .J 240 — S. Alfred Baur, Erie, Pa 240 — By our correspondent "R. I." 241 A house of violets (illus.) 242 A Michigan establishment (illus.) 242 Cave-grown mushrooms (illus.) 242 The swe»t pea and its lailnjs 24i Out of the ginger jar 242 The modern Ficus elastica (illus.) 241 Burbank's Shasta daisy (illus.) 245 A li'tle sermon for the carnation grower 245 Outdoor chrysanthemums 246 Roch ford's Lorraire sport (illus.) 246 Wreath of leucotboe and violets (illus.) 247 A weeping Ian tana (illus.) 247 Society of American Florists 247 Deformea Easter lilies (illus.) 249 A new asparagus (illus.) 2 JO The spring seaoon of the grower 2^0 Coleus thyrsoiUeus (illus.) £51 Michaelmas daisies in pots (illus.) 2-t1 Commercial orchids 251 A wreath of spring flowers (illus.) 253 Boston 2^3 Chicago 251 New York 255 Philadelphia 2.55 Cincionati 255 Chicago market rates 256 Sterilization of soil 2,56 Beauties for Easter 2)6 Healthy Beauties but no blooms 256 ArrangemcDt of piping 2.^6 Greenhouse building 2.57 St. Louis 2.58 The seed trade 263 The nursery trade 264 — Wharf examination at New York 264 —Fighting the elm-leaf beetle 264 Colorado Springs, Colo 264 Buffalo 264 Our pastimeb- At New York £66 — At Jamestown, N. Y 266 — At Cti icago 266 Providence retailers express disapprobation... .266 Cleveland 286 Aurora, III 270 Lafayette, Ind 2S0 Lowell, Mass 282 Marietta. <) 2ft2 Wilmington, Del 284 Dallas, Tex 286 Rochester. N. Y 288 Scran ton, Pa iiio Lenox, Mats 291 Detroit 296 Richmond, ltd 2i'8 New Castle, I nd 298 West Jloboken, N. J 3ij4 Toronto 304 San Francisco 306 Columbus, 0 308 Kiverlon. N. J 3iii Sprlngdeld, Mass ,')I4 The Philadelphia spring show is to be held March 18 to 20. The expected advance in window glass has not yet materialized, but the ten- dency is toward stifier prices. The design makers who have used gauze ribbon say that it 5s a most desirable addition to the list of supplies. The State Horticultural Society of Wisconsin has asked the state World's Fair Commission for an appropriation of $2,500 with which to make an exhibit at the St. Louis exposition. The latest is an automobile hothouse constructed lor Baron de Rothschild for transferring plants from his country place to his residence in Paris, a trip which took two days by wagon. One grower of early-delivered and late- delivered lily bulbs says that he has prac- tically the same result with each. Does he know positively that the bulbs which he received were dog late in Japan? Even the lots received in this country by deal- ers are sometimes held until the close of the season, when they are sold out cheap as "surplus stock." Carefnl investiga- tion of all these cases, with exact inlor- mation regarding each, is really needed that right general conclusions may be established. A Necessity. Ed. Am. Florist: — I am sending a dollar; please renew my subscription. Your paper is one of the items that an up-to-date florist cannot do without. Anacostia, D. C. A. B. Garden. Chicago Market Rates. The Chicago Wholesale Cut Flower Association has adopted a price list for Easter, it being the opinion of the mem- bers that their lists should be uniform, since they all endeavor to sell "at the market." The official list appears on page 27 7 of this issue. Such slight vari- ations as may be found in the lists of the several members are due to their being already in type when the association took action, too late to permit of re-set- ting all the advertisements. Sterilization of Soil. In a recent report of a paper read by Prof. George E Stone I note the above subject is treated of again. The Profes- sor's remarks are very interesting, but the florist should note that be is talking from the standpoint of the lettuce grower— that is, the man who farms under glass. It will be noted that the professor says; "In some cases freezing or drying the soil is effectual but it is not easy to Ireezethe soil in the greenhouse without removing it," etc. This may well apply to the lettuce grower who uses the same soil year after year, simply with the addition of manure, but the florist who commonly removes and renews the soil each year should not be misled by experiments made under different conditions. Careful experiments have demonstrated that the eel worm which is so destruc- tive to roses, is killed, both adult and fggs, by thorough freezing. It would seem, therefore, that the florist who commonly composts bis soil outs.ide, the fall before use, could destroy this pest by so arranging the pile that frost would penetrate to every part of it. The writer, without having positive knowledge, is inclined to believe that contamination commonly takes place from the soil in pots in which the youDR^ roses are grown. If such is the case it becomes a question how much good ster- ilization of the main body of the soil will do. In the meantime it behoves the florist not to be led into this extra expense by results of experiments made under different conditions and for other crops. B. Beauties for Easter. Ed Am Florist:— Will you kindly tell me whether a house of Beauties cut back about a week before Christmas can be brought in for Easter? They were dried off and gradually run down to 32°. The shoots were about a half-inch to one- inch and a half in length in mid- February. Would it be a good plan to pick off the shoots? What temperature would be needed to get them in? H. A. D. These Beauties, cut back as above described, would not produce long- stemmed flowers for Easter in the time given. It would be better to take off the buds of the short stems now being pro- duced aud save all the healthy loliage possible. This will help the plants ta more active root action, which, in turn, will make the plants push up more vig- orous shoots, particularly from the base. These will produce good flowers with (air length of stem. (Gradually increase the temperature to normal and water as required. John N. May. Healthy Beauties But No Bloom. Ed. Am. Florist:— Will you kindly inform me through your paper why a bench of American Beauty roses witb perfectly healthy ioliage and roots, free from spot and spider, should fail to pro- duce firstclais flowers? The tempera- ture has on several occasions been dowa to 50°. Should this make such a differ- ence? C. T. M. There is nothing strange about the action of these American Beauties, as with so much cloudy weather as we have had the past winter they are very apt to produce long, blind shoots or more strictly speaking fail to set buds on sucb shoots till they are very long. The only remedy is to tie them down at the bot- toms, turning the tops upstraightagain. and wait until they will set buds, which will be as soon as the sun gets more power and the days are clear and bright to make the wood firmer. The low tem- perature has nothing to do with their failure to set buds, though of course aa nearly an even night temperature as pos- sible is preferable for nearly all roses, forced in winter. John N. May. Arrangement of Piping. Ed. Am. Florist:— I have two attached houses, one 20x90 and ten feet to the ridge, the other 18x100 and eleven and one-halt feet high. The land slopes to the northeast and the houses are built with a fall of eight inches. The boiler is one having nine sections connected on the top by a 0 inch pipe or header. It is placed on the highest part of the land, so that the header of the boiler is about nine inches higher than the top of the gutter between the houses. Two \ inch pipes rise from the header for four feet and enter each house just above the middle of the doorway, where there is a -l-inch tee pipe, the tee being the width of the door t'raraes. The 2-inch flows branch olV at right angles to the tee, orcross piece, and drop alongside the door frame for four ig02. The American Florist. 257 feet ten inches, then along the edge of the house till they reach the sides, where they follow the slope of the gutter. At the boiler end of the houses the upper flow pipe is more than one foot below the header and the other is four inches lower. Each of the outside flows has three 1 ',2 inch returns and the inside flows have two iy2-inch returns, all carried on the sides. Both houses are piped alike. I would like to know if it is piped prop- erly. I am told that it is the woik of an expert but I don't think I am getting the heat I ought to for the quantity of coal used, as I can hardly keep the houses above -10° in zero weather. Would I get better results it I carried the flows along the purlins, allowing a fall of about eighteen inches, and let the returns remain on the sides? Would it give me still bet- ter results if 1 lowered the boiler, say three feet, and carried out the above plan? I find I can raise the flow pipes in one house about eighteen inches. Would it make any difierence in the temperature of the houses if I piped one with a down- w^ard flow and the other with an upward flow and would it be advisable? F. M. The temperature desired is not stated but for 60° in mild weather or 55° when it drops to zero the amount of radiation is ample, if, as is understood, there are two 2-inch flows and ten IVi-inch returns in each house. Raising the flow pipes as proposed would aid the circulation, but unless a closed system is used would hardly keep it above 50° in zero weather. If the boiler could also be lowered three feet as proposed, it would give even bet- ter results, provided this is enough to bring the lower end of the returns above the header on the heater. Running the pipes down hill is preferred, with the pipe to the expansion tank connected to the highest point of the flows. L. R. Taft. Greenhouse Building. Pneblo, Col.— G. Fleischer, three houses 20x65. Alameda, Cal. — Galloway's, one carna- tion house. Grand Island, Neb. — Brewster & Wil- liams, house 18x116 Westerly, R. I.— W. W. Foster, four houses. Greenwood, Mass. — R. L. Pitman, one house. Manchester, N. H.— A. G. Hood, range of houses. Dighton, Mass.— Chas. S. Chase, house 20x55. Wickford, R. I.— Peter S. Byrnes, one house. Edwardsville, III. — J. F. Ammann, range of houses. Redondo, Cal — Redondo Floral Com- pany, range of 15.000 feet. Danville, 111. — W. J. Anker, house 20x84. San Francisco, Cal — Kessell & Baal- horn, four houses 16x120. Colorado Springs, Cal. — Wm. Clark, house 30x400. Riverton, N. J.— H. A. Dreer, twelve houses. Victoria, B. C.— Thomas Woodward, two houses 20x175. New Albany, Ind — F Walker & Com- pany, rose house 22x300. Cortland. N. Y.— Hopkins Greenhouses, range of 17,500 feet. Louisville, Ky.— Chas. Raynor, range of houses. Oskaloosa, la — W. E. Kemble, range of houses. Whitman, Mass.— R. E. Moir, two bouses. Chicago, 111.— Geo. Wittbold Company, three houses 27x300. Guardian Angel Orphan Asylum, range of houses. SITUATIONS, WANTS, TOR SALE. AdTertisementB under this head will be inserted at the rate of ten oents a line (six words) each insertion. Cash must accompany order. Plant advB. not admitted under this nead. Every paid subscriber to the Ambbican Flobibt for the year 1902 is entitled to a five-line want ADV. (situations only) free, to be used at any time during the year. SITUATION WANTED— Expert grower wants position as foreman. Highest testimonials. Address J S, care American Florist. SITUATION WANTED— Hy experienced single florist and gardener, commercial or private place. Address Competent, Am. Florist. SITUATION WANTED— By a grower, successful in Beauties; married, middle :xge; life experi- ence; references. K H A, care American Florist. SITUATION WANTED— By sober, industrious grower of cut flowers, bedding plants, etc. Address with oiTers to W. Smith, General delivery, Troy, N. Y. SITUATION WANTED— By a good grower of roses, carnationa and general stock .German, age 38. single; capable to lake full charge. Good desiy:ner. Florist, Strasburg, Va. SITUATION WANTED— By experienced florist who desires to take charge of private place. Best references; age 28; married. State wages please. N N, care Lander's Holel, Chestnut Hill. Pa. SITUATION WANTED by retail florist with long exjerience: good salesman, designerand decorator; sober, industrious and reliable; refer- ences, Address Julius A. Schnapp, 2220 Indiana Ave., Cnicago, 111, SITUATION WANTED— by good grower of cut flowers, etc. Age 34; long experience in all all branches of horticulture; to take charge or as foreman. References as to ability and character; western states preferred, iddress H K, American Florist. SITUATION WANTED— Ab manager or fore- man. Married; 38 years of age. Roses, Beauties, a specialty; carnations, 'mums; expert florist on general stock: English and American experience. W E B, 427 E. 63rd St., N. Y., care of Mrs. Williams. SITUATION WANTED— As foreman by thor- oughly practical florist. Good decorator, designer, etc. Grower of No. 1 roses, carnations and 'mums. First-class commercial or private position. Good wages expected. Address G. Foreman, care P. O., Canton, O. SITUATION WANTED-By landscape gardener. German, 28, single; good grower of cut flowers and pot plants. Understands how to do the work in a practical manner; would like to get a posi- tion in a private place. Best references from commercial places and landscape architect as an honest, sober, industrious and faithful worker. North-middle states preferred. Address Landscape, care American Florist. SITUATION WANTED-By first-class man of good appearance a"d address: successful grower of palms, ferns, roses, carnations, 'mums acd general bedding stock, also artistic designer and declarator: life experience in the business; perfectly capable of managing; wants a position where a good man is wanted and appreciated. Wages, $15.00 per week, or will run place which will guarantee to do that amount on shares. 50, care American Florist. WANTED— A good all-around florist. Give references. Frank Otto, Winnetka, 111. ANTED — A gardener for general greenhouse work. Address 5339 Morgan Si., Chicago. W W ANTED— Young man wiih experience fnr florist store. J. M. Ga«ser. Cleveland, O. WANTED— Competent florist for section fore- man; maraed or single. Address F. BuRKi. Bellevue, Pa. WANTED — Second-hand glass, suitable for sash, 10 inchfis between bars. W. P. RANtsON, Jun tu n City, Kan. WANTED— Two men for general greenhouse work and two helpers for rose sections. •L F. Wilcox. Council Bluffs, Iowa. WANTED— A young man with some experience in greenhouse work. State wages with board. M. I. O'Brien, Stiaron, Pa. TIT'ANTED- Young man with some knowledge ^^ of rose growing and greenhouse work. Stale wages wanted with board. R. care Am. Florist. T^ANTED— Good all-around greenhouse man, * " Must be solder and industrious, steady posi- tion for right party. Address Garfield Park Flower Co., Chicago. T^ANTED^Man of experience for greenhouse '" and vegetable growing; 3 houses and one acre commercial. State wages with board and room. Jno. Nichols, Box 354. Scottdale, Pa. "WANTED- All-around florist; also to be suc- ^^ cesbful propagator. Full charge to the right man. State age and reference: $30 per month board and room. C. Humfeld, Clay Center, Kan. T/C7ANTED— A single man. a hustler for grcn- ^^ house work and so-all garden. Wages $2 J per month with board and room. Address Jno. B. Dinser, "65 Grand River Av., Detroit, Micb. "^/^ANTED— Experienced rose grower, on or ^^ before April I. State whether married or single, and give references. Address tbe Essbx Greenhouses, North Olmsted P. O., Cuyahoga Co., Ohio. T^ANTED — Exceptionally expert rose grower ' ' ^ for large private establishment. Only those of highest reputation and best references from noted rose growers need apply. State wages required. W H, care American Florist. ■WANTED AT ONCE— A florist and gardener; ~" married man with small lamily preferred. State wages, including board and house rent. Must understand growing roses, 'mums and car- nations. Jno." Corbett, Mt. Sterling. Ky. Tl/'ANTED- Man with 2 or 3 years' experience • ' in growing carnations and roses. Must be strictly sober and fair salesman. Steady employ- ment; $20 first 4 months and $35 and board after that if satisfaction is given. Wanted by the 15th of April. C. F. Van Meter, Monticello, Iowa. FOR SALE— A profitable and growing florist business for sale at a very low price, wi'.h or without real estate. A great bargain. Address for particulars. Alma S. Pattsrson, Fort Scott, Kan. FOR SALE— In Ravenswood, Chicago, fine plant of greenhouses. 20,000 feet of glass, good house, 6 rooms and bathroom. All in good run- ning order. Within one block of thrte lines of electric cars. A bargain. Address Chas. E. Nablund, 1829 Lincoln Av., Chicago. FOR SALE— *n old established florist business in Baltimore city, consisting of dwelling, greenhouses and cold frames fully equipped. Several large cemeteries a.ljacent. Entire prop- ertv and business including large stock for spring trade is for sale. Death of former owner cause of sale. Address N. Rufus Gill tt Sons, 215 St. Paul street, Baltimore, Md. Wantflri at flnPO working foreman, single, IIQIIIOU Qi UMuGi must be a first class car- nation grower and propagator. Also a firht-class designerand maker- up, of good address and capa- ble of waiting on customers AUoa working fore- man for fern and asparagus growing esta>ili8h- ment, single man preferred. Don't answer this unless you can furnish best oC references as to industry, sobriety, honesty and com oetence. Good wages and steady employment for the right men. Enclose references. PETER FISHER, Ellis. Mass. $300 Per Month. Do you want it? If so, buy me out NOW, at your own price. Good reasons. 15,000 feet. It costs you a postal card to have particulars. C. S. riTZSIMMONS, Lansing, Mich. If you want to get the want you 'want to get, you ^i^ant to get your want ad into tbe AMERICAN |F L O R I ST| Try it now. Every advertisement represents a genuine want. 1.00 SmUai 18.00^30 00 A-sparagus 65.00 Common ferns .25 PiTTBBTJRO, Mar. 13. Boiei, Beauty, specials 40.0C®50.00 extras 20.00030.00 " " No. 1 10.00@15.00 " " No. 2 3.00® 6.00 " Bride. Bridesmaid 3 00®12 00 " Meteor 2,00® 4 00 OarnatiOQS 1.00® 4.0O Lily of the valley 2.00® 4.00 Violets 20® .75 Harrisii lilies 6 Ou@15.00 Romans, Paper Whites 1.00® 3.00 Tulips 3.00® 5,00 Sweet Peas l.OCi"- 1.50 dmuax 12 .50015.00 Adlantum 1 00® 1.50 i.iparagui 50.00®75.00 CraomNATi, Mar. 13. Boies, Beauty 20.00@40.00 " Bride 4.00® 6.00 " Bridesmaid 4.003 6.00 " Meteor 4,00® 8.00 " Perle 3 no® 4 00 Oarnationi 1 51® 3.00 Violets 50® I CO Harrisii lilies 15.00 Lllv of the valley 3,0C@ 4 (lO Daffodils 3.00 Tulips 3.f0@ 5.U0 Romans, Paper Whites 3.0u(a» 4.00 Asparagus 50.00 Smilax 16. CO Adiantum cuneatum 1.00 Oommon ferns .20 St. Louis, Mar. 13 Roses, Beauty, short stem 4.00®12.50 " " long stems 15.0U®.|0,00 " Bride, Bridesmaid 4.U0@ 6.00 " Meteor 3.00® 6.00 " Golden Gate 4.00® 6.00 Oarnatlons, ordinary 1.50 " ohoioe 2.00® 3,00 Violets 4U® .75 Sweet peas 25® .50 Callas 10 0.@12 50 Lily of the valley 3. IK)® 4.11O Romans 1 .50® 2.50 Narcissi 2.60® 3 00 Tulips 2.00® 3.00 Smilax 1000®15 00 Asparagus Sprengeri I 00® 1 50 " Plumosus 1.00® 1 50 Easter Flowers. Lilies, Roses, Carnations, Violets, Tulips and Daffodils. JflCQ. ROSES The usual supply of Fine Quality all right and no roast on prices. Try a box from M. A. HART, 48 West 30th Street, NEW YORK. Frank M. Ellis, WHOLESALE ELORIST, 1316 Pine Street, ST. LOUIS, MO. CONSIONMIENTS SOLICITED. H.G.BERNING Wholesale florist 1322 Pine St., ST. LOUIS, MO. C. A. KUEHN. Wholesale Florist, UZZ PINE STREET. — LOUIS, HO. I^A complete line of Wire Deslgriu. ,Ltd WHOLESALE FLORISTS. ■ Pittsburg, Pa. The Cincinnati Gut Flower Co., --S--. WHOLESALE FLORISTS. Consiganients Solicited. Special Attention Given to Shippine Orders. Gut Flower Exchange, WM. DILGEK, Manager, WHOLESALE COINMISSION. Full line of Florists' Supplies and Decorations, Special attention to shipping orders. 26 Miami Avenue, DETKOIT, MICH. American Always do business, Week days and everyday ri 0 r i S t S Sundays and holidays, » • All over the country, yfi 'V AUo At home and abroad. HEADQUARTERS FDR. Green Goods Where you never pet dis- appointea. We always have the stock od hand and of the best quality. FANCY and VoTV'TI e DAGGER * r I'lorists' iiiM'.ls. Send for priou list. l*roni]'t retut-QS mi :ill i-ousiu'nnn'iit.s. 128 N. Sixth «t. MINNEAPOLIS, MINN. (*if.i',r mention the A nirr^rnn fr/n*-t\i when 7irthne ohoioe; LILY of the VALLEY in large quantities, the finest that is grown, $4 and $5 per )00. JOHN WOLF, SAVANNAH, QA. -^risr mrntion tfit American /•'ionst wfun u/riUng. igo2. The American Florist. 259 Current Price List. E.C.Amling The Largest, Best Equipped and Most Centrally Located Wholesale Cut Flower House in Chicago. 32-34-36 Randolph St. CHICAGO. L. D. PHONES CENTRAL 1999 AND 1977. See our Special Easter Advertisement on page 263 of tiiis issue. BEAUTIES. Stems, 30 to 36 in., per doz., J4.00 " 24 " " 3 00 " 20 " " 2.00 " 15 " " 1.50 " 12 " " 1 DO " 6 to 8 in. per 100,14.00 6.00 Brides " 4.00 8.00 Maids " 4.00 8.00 Meteors " 3.00 6.00 Golden Gate " 3.00 6.00 Carnations per 100 1.3.5 2.00 " large fancies " 3.00 Mignonette perdoz., .3i .50 Callas per doz., 1.25 1.60 Violets per 100, .75 1.00 Sweet Peas " 1.00 1.50 Valley, select " 3.00 4.00 Romans " 3.00 Tulips ■' 2.00 4.00 Daffodils " 2.00 3.00 Paper Whites " 2.00 3 00 Freesias " 2.00 3.00 Asparagus plumosus, per stg, .50 .60 Spreneeri, per lOU, 3 00 4.00 Ferns, per lOOO, $2.50; " .25 Galax, " 1.25; " .15 Leucothoe sprays " 1.00 Adiantum " $1.00 1.50 Smilax per doz. ,1. 50 2.00 Prices subject to change without notice J. A. BUDLONG Boses and Carnations A Specialty.. 37-39 Randolph Street. CHICAGO. WHOLESALE GROWER of CUT FLOWERS WEILAND'=^^^RISCH CHICAQO'S RELIABLE Wholesale Growers and Shippers of CUT FLOWERS, 59 Wabash Ave., Chicago, SEHD FOB WBBKiT PRICE LIST. WHOLESALE FLORISTS Bassett&Washburn 76 & 78 Wabash Ave., CHICAGO. Cut Flowers Wholesale Dealers and Growers of GREENHOUSES HINSDALE, ILL. Benthey&Co. F. e. BENTHEY, Manager, Wholesale Gommission Florists 31-35 Randolph St. CHICAGO. 0nCoDsignment3 solicited FRAHK GARLAND, 01 Cut Flowers Wholesale Grower SPECIAL ATTENTION TT* "IT TTT TVT 'B GIVEN TO HARDY OUT ■*-' -■V-».'^.i-^>- '^* 55-57 WABASH AVENUE, Telephone Central 3284. OXIICJ\.00. A. L. Randall, WHOLESALE flORIST. 4 Washington Strael, CHICAGO Send for weekly price list and special quotations on 1000 lots. Always mention the American Flo- rist when writing to advertisers. Wbol^aie power/\arK5fe Rosei, Beauty, Chioaso, Mar. 14. 39 to 36-inoh stems 24 " " 20 15 " 12 " 6to8 " "per 100 4 Bride, Bridesmaid 4. " Meteor 3.i " Perle 3 " Golden Gate 3 Carnations 1 Violets Lily of the valley 3 Callas, perdoz 1.25@1.50 Tulips 3 Romans, Paper Whites 2, Adiantum. 1 Common ferns per 1,000 12 50 Galax leaves, per 1000 jl.OO Smilax per dozen 1.25® 1.50 4.00 3.00 2 00 1.50 1.00 00® 6. 00 00® 8.00 00® 6.00 00® 6.00 00® 6.00 00® 3.00 75® i.oa 00® 4.00 00® 4. CO 00® 3.00 00® l.^o ,30 .15 LILY of the VALLEY FOB. EASTER. The finest quality in unlimited quantities. Fine Valley Pips for Forcing. Write for Prices. H. IV. :bbcxjivs, 1409-1411 W. Madison Si., CHICAGO. Retailers BRMT &NOE, _,, ,, Forest Glen, Chicago, Attfintlllll ^°^^ Specialists, careful nilVIIIIWII selectors and packers of Roses, would like 3 more first-class retail florist customers. Have pleased patrons nine years straight. Can and will please you. TELEGRAPH CODE OP THB AM. SEED TRADE ASSOCIATION In either itUlorflexlbleooTer. asdbibs OBDiBaTo AMERICAN FLORIST CO.. CHICAGO. E. H. Hunt, WHOLESALE. Cut flowers THE "OLD RELIABLE," 76 Wabash Ave., CHICAGO. GEO. REINBER6, Vboleule Grower of Cut Flowers Choice American Beauties. We will take care of your orders at reasonable prices. Prompt attention, 51 Wabash Ave., CHICAGO, ILL. PETER REINBERG, Grower and Wholesaler of Cat nowers. 000,000 PBBT OP QLA88. Headquarters for Amerloan Beauty. 51 Wabash Ave., - CHICA60, ILL. JOHN MUNO, Wholesale Grower and Shipper of Booni 221. 51 Wabash Ave., CHICAGO. Telephone Central 3598. All telegraph aae telephone orders given prompt atteiition. Peehlmann Bros. Co. Cut Flowers Wholesale Growers of and Dealers in Cut Flowers All telegraph and telephone orders given prompt attention. 35-37 Gbeenhouses: Randolph Slreet, Morton Grove, 111. CHICAQO, ILL. AftlPPifAfl •^1^'^ys <^° business, /IIIICI Itail Week days and everyday I lOnSXS Sundays and holidays, ^ A> Art« ^" °^" ""^ coMx^tty, "V 'tT rtUo At home and abroad. ,260 The American Florist. Mar. IS, PLANTS FOR EASTER >h> NOVELTIES IN RIBBONS SAMUEL S. PENNOCK, Wholesale Florist, iei7'll lUDlOW ST.. PHILIIIELI>HI«. PI. GEO. A. SUTHERLAND, 34 Hawley St., BOSTON. Telephone 1270 Main. BEST BOSTON FLOWERS. AU Supplies. An entire floor Devoted to Stock and Manu- facturing, Distributing Agent for United States for the wonderful LETTER, unequalled for design work. Script, any color, 3V^ a letter. Block letters, IMic each. The most elaborate design work to order in a fe^^r minutes. Gbneral AegNTs: H. 8AYERSD0RFER & CO.. Philadelphia. REED & KELLER. New York City. SPECIALTIES THIS WEEK: Special American Beauty, Lily of the Valley, Violets. CITY HALL GUT FLOWER MARKET WELCH BROS., Props. 9 CHAPMAN PLACE. 15 PROVINCE STREET. Boston, Mass. FOR Easter< I shall have a splendid assortment of every va- riety of flowers needed by the retail trade, at prices that defy compe- tition. WRITE ME ABOUT IT. ^ J. K. ALLEN, 106 West 28th Street, uriii vnDV PITV Telephone 167 Madison Sq. BClY lUnKbllli N. F. McCarthy & go. 84 Hawley St., BOSTON, ARE RECEIVING ELEGANT ROSES ALL VARIETIES. DON'T YOU WANTSOME? Tel. 734 and 64 Mala. Geo. M. Moss, WHOLESALE FLORIST, 32 South 17th Street, PHILADELPHIA, PA. Long Distance 'Phone 1-41-26 D. Consignments of Roses. Carnations, Violets solicited. N. Y. GUT FLOWER EXCHANGE 404-412 E. 34th St. Near Ferry. Open for Cat Flower Sales at 6 o'clock Every Olomlng: OEBIRABLE WALL 8PACE TO RENT FOR ADVERTISING. JOHN DONALDSON, Secretary. Wbol^ale power/\arK^ Boston, M;ir. 13 Roies, Beauty, extra " " medium " " culls " Bride, Bridesmaid. Meteor. " extra Carnations " fancy Lily of the valley Violets Harrisii lilies Freesia Narcissus Paper While. Yellow Roman hyacinths . Tulips Callas &.diantum. Smilaz Philadelphia, Mar Yl Roses, Tea 5. " " extra 10. " Beauty, extra 50 Brats 30. " Queen of Edgely, extra " ' " firsts .... Carnations I Lily ol the valley 4 Asparagus 25 Smilax 13 BUFTALO, Mar. 13. Roses, Beauty 7, " Bride, Bridesmaid, Meteor 6. Carnations 1 . •Violets Lily of the valley 3. Smilax 15. Adiantum 1 . OOg.SO.OO ,00(3)20.00 .00® 8.00 00® 6.00 ,oo®io.oo 00® 1 50 .00® \ 00 ,U0® 3.00 .30® .60 0C®12.00 OCfot l.SO ,nc® 1 50 50® 3.00 ,75® 1.50 CO® 3 00 .CO@I0.0O ,50® l.OO ,00®16.00 ,00® 8.00 00@12.00 ,00® 65. 00 ,00@40.00 76.00 2S,00 .00® 3.00 .00® 5.00 .00®50.00 50@16.0O ,00@3^.00 ,00@12.50 ,50@ 4 00 ,50® 1.00 ,00® 4.00 ,00® 20. 00 ,00® 1.50 Give Us a Trial. We Can Piease You. Roses, Carnations and all kinds of Seasonable Flowers In stock. Uf II F If ACTIIIft Wholesale Com- nnii ri IVHdIlllUi mission Florist. 08I Washington 8t , Buffalo, N. Y. Dealer In Florists' Supplies and Wire Designs. Open Dar and Night. Gut Harrisii Lilies. I am growing the largest batch of lilies in New England. Have over 50,000 Harrisii besides plenty of Japans for Easter. Can supply blooms all the time from now till spring. Can fill orders for any quantityat an hour's notice. H. N. EATON, 'Phone Connection. SO. SUDBURY, MASS. MARKETING lor flowers is a pleasure il done at the Headquarters ol ihe NEW YORK GUT FLOWER GO. Here is the choiceat stofk oT Ihe mos^. emirent growers, fresh every raorninf^ and in full variety. Goods aelected and shipped lo any part of tfie country. Always room for growers looking for an outlet for good cut llower stock. DAILY REPORTS. WEEKLY PAV MENT8. SALESROOMS {SI* VoBrcfT^;*:**' ''^i^i'^^.. S,. J- A. MILLANG, 2034 Madison Sq. Manaacb EUGENE BERNHEIMER Wholesale Florist, Philadelphia. Phooe 14269 A. 1604 Lndlow St., CONSIGNMENTS OF ROSES SOLICITED. AMERICA!^ riORIST ADS ALWAYS DO BUSINESS Week days and every day, Sundays and holidays, ALL OVER THE COUNTRY^ AT HOME AND ABROAD. American Beauties. Carnations. Valley. LEO. NIESSEN, Wholesale Florist, N.W.Gor. Filbert & 13th St., PhJIadelpiiJa. i<)02 The American Florist. 261 Note the Smile of Satisfaction U/hon ^^^ consignor reads his returns Crnm lllliill the buyer opens a box of flowers fl Ulll WHOLESALE COMMIS- SIOX FLORIST. JOHN I. RAYNOR, 49W. 28lhSt,NEWY0RK, Telephone 1998 Madison Square YOUNG & NUGENT WHOLESALE FLORISTS *n^ew"'york^''"'" Are shipping the hnest Roses, Carnations, Valley, Orchids. Novelties, in the New York Mamet. -Price List to Applicants. TELEPHONE ZOBB MAOISON SQUARE. Walter \. Sheridan, Wholesale Florist, Telapbone 903 UadlBon SqTure. 39 West 28th St., NEW TOBK. Telephone Noa. 2239 and 2034 Madison Square. MOORE, HENTZ & NASH Wholesale Commission Tlorists, 65 and 57 West 26th St., NEW YORK CITY. Adjoining New York Cut Flower Co. salesroom. Finest Salesroom in the Trade. Inspection Invited. Ail business, selling or shipping, strictly commiSBlon. I wuni F^jii p WILLIAM GHORMLEY,p-|.|.,„„,-„ nnijl r^fll r RECEIVER AND SHIPPER OF FRESH CtT fLOWERS. DAILY STOCK OF ALl ll|J|l| l|| I UU I U ll THE CHOICEST VARIETIES FROM BEST GROWERS WHO SHIP TO NEW YORK. Will 111 I WW I W 1 1 ORCHIDS, ROSES, CARNATIONS, VALLEY. Largest receiver of VIOLETS in America Talsphon* 2200 Madison Square, B7 WEST 28lh STREET, NEW YORK CITY. JOHN YOUNG Special American Beauties, Surpassing Carnations, Violets, Lily of the Valley, Orchids, and all Seasonable Flowers. SI West 28th St., NXW TOBK. Tel. 1905 Madison Sq. THE RECOGNIZED HEADQUARTEKS IN NEW YORK CITY FOR Choice Carnations. iieieGteil Roses. Traendly&Sciiencit NEV YORK QTY, 38 W. 28th Street, Cut Flower Exchange. New Telephone No. 798 eoial Offer S^?^E>E>^ I*E>A.®. 25 Large Flowering Varieties, at 10c per 1-4 lb.; 30c per lb.; 5 lbs., $1.25. (By mail, 8c. per pound additional.) AMERICA, cardinal and white HL.\('K KNIGHT, deep maroon BLUSHING BEAUTY, pink BRIDE, pure white COQUETTE, yellow and lavender iJOUNTfSS OP RADNOR. Dorothy Tennant, rosy mauve Duke o"l Sutherland, maroon EXTRA EARLY BLANCHE FEHRY, rose and white EMILY HENDERSON, white GOLDEN GATE, lavender JOHNSON .t STOKES' GIANT MIXED KATHERINE TRACY, pink LADY MARY CURRIE, pink and lilac LADY NINA BALFOUR, mauve MARS, crimson scarlet ORIENTAL, oranp' salmon PRIMROSE, iirimrose ^'Cilow PRINCE EDWARD OF YORK. scarlet PRINCb: OF WALES, littht pink QUEEN VICTORIA, primrose and purple ROYAL ROUE, pink SALOPIAN, scarlet SENSATION, white Stella Morse, primrose and pink JOHNSON & STOKES, 217 and 219 Market Street, PHILADELPniA, PA. S W E E T P E A S W E E T PEA FRESH STOCK, 1902. O2. Lb. Blanche Burpee, pure white 5 .30 Blanche Ferr^. pink and white .5 .'.Ja Lady G. Hamilton, azure blue.. .5 .40 Salopian, brilliant scarlet 5 .iio Mont Blano 20 1.60 Earliest of All 6 .40 Lovely 5 .30 McCuUouph's Premier Mixed. . .5 .35 MUSHROOM SPAWN, English Mill- track, fresh stock, $7 per 100 lbs. CUT FLOWERS AT WHOLESALE. J.M.McGULLOUGH'SSONS 316 a 318 Walnut St., Cmcinnati, 0. W E E T PEA S W E E T P E A S f* 'X\ The Famous Cow^Peas. 3H" WE ARE nEADQUARTERS for these nnd all Soil t hern special tii'S, Int'liidinif Sofa Beans, Velvet Beans, Pearl or Cat-tail Millet, Teoslnte Bermuda Grass, Hn.tllage Corn, Spanish Pea- nuts, Chufas, Sor}?hutns, etc. <■ Writf f<»r pri(M'S,iim!<)ur iiitcrostlng Catalogue giving full Information about these crops. T. W. WOOD & SONS. - Richmond, Va. igo2. The a mer i ca n Fi. o r j s t. 263 AMLINO EASTER ORDER. wants your There are many reasons why he ought to have it. Price List for Easier. BEAUTIES. Per doz. Stems, 30 to 40 inches $5.00 $6.00 " 24 " 4.00 20 " 3.00 15 " 2.00 12 " 150 S " 1.00 Short stem .75 KOSES. Per 100 Brides and Maids $6.00— $8.00 Meteors 6.00— 8.00 Golden Gate 6 00— 8.00 Perles 6.00— S.OO Roses, our selection 3 00— 5.00 CARNATIONS. Per 100 Standard sorts 3.00— 4.00 Fancys 5 00— 6.00 MISCELLANEOUS. Harrisii, Select..per 100, $18.00— $20.00 " Seconds..per 100, 10,00—12 50 Callas per doz., 1 50— 2.00 Valley per 100, 3.00— 4.00 Paper Whites " 3.00— 4.00 Daffodils " 3.00— 4.00 Tulips " 3.00— 5.00 Romans " 3.00— 4.00 Freesias " 3 00—4 00 Marguerites " ,75— 1.00 Violets " 1.00 Mignonette per doz., $ .50 $ .75 DECORATIVE. Asparagus per string, $ ,50—$ .75 Galax, 1000, 1 25; per 100, .15 FERNS, finest in town, 1000, $3, " ,30 Leucothoe spravs, " 1.00 Adiantum .".... " 1.00— 1 50 Smilax " 15,00—18.00 Subject to change without notice. Store open from 7 a m. to 9 p m daily. Sunday and holidays closed at noon O YOU EVER put two and two together ? The results are often interesting. Just after Christmas there was great "to do" about pickeled stock. You remember it; the trade papers were full of it. Read the reports from a man who divided his order: From Am. Florist, Jan 7, 1902. Ed. Am. Florist:— It is absolutely necessary to hold back some of the cut before each holiday to meet in- creased demands. But at the same time I hive b;cn caught every year. This year I had a shipment from one of the leading growsrs, C. O.D. $26'^, on which I didnotrealize$200 because hilf the stock was too old. But what is the use of kicking. St. Paul, Minn. A. S Swanson. From a Business Letter, Jan. 12, 1902. £. C. Amiing, Dear Sir: — Please a crept inclosed check for $500 on ac- count. At the same time allow me to compliment yju on the way you filled our Cliristmas orde'. I must say the gocds were all "O.K.," first-class. Am only kicking myself for not hav- ing had more of my stuff come frcm you. We Wire well pleased. My wife said evf ry flower was perfect. St. Paul, Minn. A. S. Swanson. Were YOU satisfied with your Christ- mas supplies ? Come to us for Easter and you'll get what you want, as you want it and when you want it. Our facilities are perfect and our crops are on. Let us have your order now. EX. Amiing The Largest, Best Equipped and Most Centrally Located Wholfsale Cut Flower House in Chicago. 32-34-36 Randolph St. L. D. TELEPHONES Central 1999 and 1977. CHICAGO. 264 The American Florist. Mar. 15, The l^luRSERY T^^i^e. AM. ASSOCIATION OF NURSERYMEN. E. C. BERCKMAN8, Pres.; R. J. Coe, Vioe-Pres. UBOBeE C. Sbageb. Rochester, N. Y., Seo'y. Twenty-seventh annual convention, Milwaukee, Wis., June, 1902. Wm. a. Peterson, of Chicago, is on a trip to the Twin Cities and Duluth. The nurseries of Hontsville, Ala., have completed their shipments to selling head- quarters at St. Louis. The Huntsville Wholesale Nurseries and the Alabama Nurseries shipped more than twenty cars each. J. L. Bddd says that the Soulard and Gros Pomier apples are distinct in tree, fruit and season. The former was brought from near St. Louis to Galena, 111., by the late James G. Soulard and by him distributed about 1876. Wharf Examination at New York. Frederick W.Kelsey's eflorts to impress upon the New York customs authorities the lack of necessity for, and delays resulting from, carting incoming nursery stock to Public Stores for examination, have at last borne fruit. In his last letter Mr. Kelsey showed the collector that the method resulted in a delay in no case of less than three days, and generally nine or ten, with consequent material loss to importers and loss to the port of New York, importers preferring to make entry at other ports. In reply Collector R. G. Bid well says: Referring to vour communit-ation of the 20th ultimo relative to a return to the former method of wliarf csaminaiion of nursery stoek, it gives me pleasure to state that ihe Appraiser concurs in the suggostion and in future wharf examination only will be made. Fighting the Elm-Leaf Beetle. Referring to the elm-leaf beetle and its threatened ravages during the coming season, J. A. Pettigrew says: "The grav- ity of the situation behooves everyone interested in city trees to be on the alert and prepared to meet this pest in the coming spring, by spraying each elm tree in the infested districts as soon as the leaves appear, or at latest as soon as eggs are found; these are yellow in color, and are laid in clusters on the under side of the leaves. Usually one application is sufficient if done before the eggs hatch out. Newly-hatched larvae are easily killed by giving them poisoned foliage to feed upon. Should spraying have been neglected or improperly done the larvae may be destroyed as they descend the trees to pupate, by spraying them with a preparation of kerosene and water, in the proportion of one of the former to five of the latter, firstemulsifjingthe kerosene in whale-oil soap. Spraying machines can be obtained ranging in price from .$5 or $6 for a bucket pump to $20 for one on a fifty-gallon barrel, mounted on wheels. Arsenical preparations can also be pur- chased ready for use." Colorado Springs, Col. TRADE HOLDS UP WELL THROUGH LENT.— PREPARATIONS FOR EASTER.— DOINGS OK THE GROWERS AND OTHERS. Trade conditions in this city are very good at this time, with a good supply of rosei, carnations and violets. Potted stock ii being put into the show houses and the lilies that are too previous help greatly to make an attractive display. Wm. Clark, who visited Indianapolis, brought back a collection of blooms of the new carnations and put them on exhibition. They attracted a great deal of attention. A new house 30x400 will be built next month by Wm. Clark, on his north end property, which is now devoted to grow- ing shrubs and perennials, where he will put in a heavy stock of the new varieties of carnations selected while east last month. Bedding stock of all kinds is looking fine and from the present indications the amount grown this year will exceed by far the output of any previous year. W. H. Evans has built five new houses adjoining the Crump place and is grow- ing carnations and vegetables. We have no bowling records to send in as "Ed" Johnston and "Billy" Dunman are the whole club here. J. Baffalo. CLUB HOLDS ITS ANNUAL BANQUET AND ELECTION. — THE STATE OF TRADE.- GROWER CHANGES VIEW POINT. — NOTES On March 6 the election and banquet of the Buffalo Florists' Club was held at the Raleigh Hotel. While the attendance was not as large as it should have been. it was a very successful gathering. The toasts were good and the menu was all right. The new officers are: President, Jas. Braik; vice-president, F. G. Lewis; secretary, Wm. Legg; treasurer, Chas. Keitich; financial secretary, E. C. Bruec- ker; trustees, Wm. Scott, J. F. Cowell and W. F. Kasting. Trade has been as usual, with fair weather and ordinary supply. Good windows are to be seen all along Main street. Store openings are on for this week and next and call for the use of many palms and spring stock. The park department in the estimates for next year has asked for a sufficient sum to give Assistant Superintendent Braik, of Delaware Park, and Superin- tendent Cowell, of South Park, a chance to do what is really needed. C. H. Keitsch has started a store on Main street and is doing nicely, but he admits that things look somewhat dif- ferently to him now that he views them from the standpoint of the seller, not the grower. J. H. Rebstock is recovering from the injury received recently in a runaway on Delaware avenue. W. A. Import Freight Agents Delaware, Lackawanna & Western Railroad Co. at New York, N. Y. BJIVBJieO^S'. EJCOIVOIM'S'. I>l«SI»A.TOH, F. B. VANDEGRIFT & CO., Publishers i>f Vandefjriffs United States Tariff. Customs Brokers and Forwarders. Foreign Express, Export and Insurance Brokers. MFUJ Vnni^ Office, 66 Beaver street I A. 6. C. Code Used I pu|pj|/>n OHice, 3)5 Dearborn St. IlLn I UHI\ Telephone. 9iS Broad. | Cable Address. Vangrift. I LIIIl/AUU I'bone, Harrison 840. Rhododendron Maximum IKalmia Latifolia The two best native Evergreen Shrubs for out-of-door ornamentation. Furnished by car load lots or in smaller quantities. Send for prices, also Special Rhododendron circulars. VINCA MINOR— 10,000 3-inch clumps for sale cheao. Fine lot of general nursery stock. EASTERN NURSERIES, m. m. pawson. wgr. Jamaica Plain, Mass. in nnn Fin, SoarUt, Bed, White. Willow- I U ) U U U leaved, English and Turkey, 4 to 10 feet. 100,000 Norway, Sugar, Sycamore and Silver Leaved, all sizes. Cataloi^ue on application. Send eslimato of wants for prices. THE WM. H. MOON CO.. Glenwood Nurssries, MORRISVILLE. PA. arH:E>E>s I have 2i,000 Shade Trees, all kinds and sizes. 10.000 Ever- ( reens all si/esand kiDd<). Shrubs, all kinds. 4, GOO Hydran- geas, 3 to 4 feet. 10,0(0 Hardy Koses, X\ stroDU own roots. Plenty Rurahlers. 2'',000 California rrivet,2 to 4 leet. l-'ine GoldoQ Oaks. Good stock Kruit Trees, ( 'limbing Vini.'s, etc. Rliododendmns and Hardy Azaleas, :i to 3^ feet. STEPHEN ORANE. Prop. Norwich Nurseries, NORWICH, CONN. NEW STRAWBERRIES. It don't pay to grow anything but the best. Mrs. Mark Hanna, a GIANT amont; large herrloa. Mark Hanna has yii-ldod over two hundrtd Send for wholesale list. bushels to the acre at one pi'-king. MaRK T. THOMPSON, Originator, Rio Vista, Va. B.W.DIRKEN, Oudanboseh, Holland. ORNAMENTAL AND FOREST TREES A SPECIALTY. Conifers, Evergreens, Hollies, Etc. Jt Jf Jf Prices on Application. GRAPEVINES rnrranta* GooseberricH, Black* ^ berries, Raspherrleii, K t r a ^r - berries. Price lAnt PI«KE, BcDd 3o Biamp for tlln^lrRUd dfscrlpiivo cnUlon. T. S. HUBBARD CO. Fredonia, N. Y. Park Architects and Dealers will find whatever they want in the Holland Nurseries, DeBllt near Utrecht SPECIALTIES ARE : Conifers. Evergwns, Hardy Shrubs, Lilacs, Ornamental Trees, Fruit Trees in different forms. Azaleas, Rhododendron Ponticum and Hybridum. Please send list of your wants and write for general catalogue. We will make you special offers. Write to GROENEWEGEN & ZOON, De But. near Dtrecht, Holland. 1902. The American Florist. 265 WRITE, TELEGRAPH, TELEPHONE— WE DO THE REST. U o S r H O > or > u Q Z < z o O z o o z < u O Z o KfNNICOTTBROSXO. WHOLESALE COMMISSION FLORISTS FLORIST'S SUPPLIES. AND DEALERS IN ALL KINDS OF 42 and 44 East Randolph St. CHICTIGO, ILL. Give Us Your Easter Order IVO\?V and rest assured of getting what you want. We have a record for filling orders when others fail. E>o.«»tor' I^J?ioo Xvi^st Subject to Change Without Notice PACKING AND DELIVERY AT COST. Per Dozen. Am. Beauties, 30 to 40-inch % 5 00 to $ 6 00 Am. Beauties, 24 Am. Beauties, 20 Am. Beauties, IS Am. Beauties, 12 Am. Beauties, 8 Am. Beauties, Short., 4 00 3 00 2 00 1 50 1 00 75 Price per Hundred. Meteors 6 00 to 8 00 Brides, Maids, select 6 00 to 8 00 Meteors, Brides, Maids, good average.... 5 00 to 6 00 Perles, extra select 6 00 to SCO Roses, our selection 3 00 to 5 00 Price per Hundred. Carnations, special fancy varieties J5 00 to J6 00 Carnations, good average 3 00 to Violets 75 to Valley, our specialty— the best 3 00 to Smilax 15 00 to Harrsii, select 18 00 to seconds 10 00 to Tulips, single and double 3 00 to Daffodils, single and double 3 Goto Adiantum i 00 to Asparagus per string, 50c to 75c Galax per M, %\ 00 to %\ 50 Common Ferns per M, $3 00 4 00 1 00 4 00 18 00 20 00 12 50 5 00 4 CO 1 50 We Represent more Glass than any other House in Chicago. 266 The American Florist. Mar. 75, Our pasTiMEs. Announcementft of coming conteatfl or other events of interest to our bowling, shooting and cycling readers are solicited and will be given place in this column. Address all correspondence for this department to Wm. J. Stewart, 79 Milk St., Boston, Mass.; Robt. Kift, 1725 Chestnut St., Philadelphia, Pa.; or to the American Florist Co.. 324 Dearborn St., Chicago, 111. At New York, On Monday afternoon, preceding the evening meeting of the Florists' Club, the bowler* had a good time on the alleys. Their scores weie as follows: Player 1st 2d 3d Hafner 171 1.55 137 Lang... 176 182 183 Traendly 135 126 168 Butterfleld ISO 1.52 131 Siebrecht US 162 Thielmann HO 167 193 At Jamestown, N. Y. Following is the score made by the local bowlers March 6: ROSE GROWERS. Player 1st 2d 3d T'l Wm. Coyne 128 173 123 424 M. MoCue 163 153 120 426 J.Brooks 141 101 123 365 Ed. Bowyer 112 124 1S9 365 C.Carlson... Ill 88 133 332 W. Whitcomb 137 87 112 336 Total 782 726 740 2248 CARNATION GROWERS. Player 1st Sd 3d T'l J.Ljdon 110 160 121 391 CHennon 102 157 135 394 S. Kaser 132 lOl 89 322 J. Eidens 92 121 119 33J W.Bennett 83 94 105 283 A.Scott 106 126 144 376 Total 625 759 713 2097 A. S. At Chicago. There were no remarkable scores made by the Chicago bowlers, March 11, the high man failing to achieve over 200. Following is the record: ATI STARS 1st 2d 3d T'l Chas Blflufl H8 142 128 418 ^i^Ender™""-".--.::::.::::::::'!!! m % ie W Kreitling '90 1»8 '"^ *'« aL Gran?.'.::V.:.... 132 138 146 _415 rjotal '15 *'^ 635 1966 ■RuiTittBRS 1st 2d 3d T'l flH?^^"^-:::-::::::::::;!!? JS 111 ^l ISir- ::::::::::::la^ 1^^ li Z geolsmus.^;:::::.... i^ i^ 'j^^ Total "1 '^ 733 2226 WnnrVaAIltRS ISt 2d 3d T'l ToY F,^rstr 190 189 1" ^36 r W S 133 H7 128 408 Tnlm Ste?rett 1« l^-* 1«9 '^50 Chas Hughes 13' 130 121 388 EF.'vv?nterson: :.:::: 135 151 _169_455 Total '42 731 7642237 Growers 1st 2d 3d T'l Ppo StJ^le?v 1« 171 140 457 F Matte 1« l''« "" ■'<6 TP Sinner 120 13' '^^ 435 CSchafer 1« 198 1'8 BOO feed Stou4ryV. :;•.■.: IW 170 184 _551 Total '31 855 803 2389 -•-•-» Cleveland. CLUn HOLDS A VERY INTEBBSTING SESSION. —GOOD CARNATIONS BRING UP DISCUS- SION AS TO AWARDING CBRTIFICATES.— STREET FAKIR JUDGED INDISPENSABLE.— NOTES. The regular meeting of the Florists' Club was held last Monday evening and for attendance and subjects discussed was the best one we have had for some time, about twenty-five members being present. A vase of magnificent blooms of Mrs. Potter Palmer was exhibited by the Chicago Carnation Company. It was admired by all and the members were unanimous in voting it honorable mention. There was quite a discussion on awarding certificates of merit to mer- itorious seedlings, but the majority were adverse to awarding certificates to car- nations judged by artificial light, as it is impossible to determine their true color by that means. The matter of the exclu- sion of the street fakir was put forward by Mr. Brinker, and discussed pro and con. The consensus of opinion seemed to favor the retention of this type of mer- chant in large cities and his expulsion in smaller towns. In cities like Chicago and New York the street fakir is indispensable. A. Graham gave quite a lengthy discourse on the novelties in the carnation line seen during his trip west. The boys gave B. Hart a hearty welcome after being absent from the club twelve weeks with typhoid fever, also James Wilson, whom we are glad to see has returned the weekly attendance. Wm. Smith is sending in some fine Brides and Bridesmaids. The discovery of alkali and gas last summer in the water used in his houses solved the prob- lem oi the partial failures of the past, and his plants are the picture of health. Business the past week has been very good, prices remaining about the same. Out of town shipping is very brisk, the wholesale houses being cleaned up every day. Hydrangeas are going to be very scarce for Easter. Echo. Ed. A Dollar Each. Am. Florist: — Enclosed find cash for another year, for the Florist is "dirt cheap" at the price. I would not miss some of the special numbers for a dollar each. A. D. Brown. Adams, Mass. TESTtMONIAI.. VWEPJ^AR, we ijellevi •1,-; o.rselves to repre8-=n( tne majority of .Plo'ristB in t.'.e i'rovldenoe Ccniunlty, do ne.-eby declare tiie tjeieral eentinent of the flo..or trade to he, »i/. : let That the Products of '•'holenale Grovers of ."lov/era be sold to iezltunate flowfr stores, the ovmare of which s'ores by the result of exarflon depend uj'on the sale of sue! flovrere for their livelihood. V.na Tha". the seli.;'i'; of ='lo./ers at "^'holesale Prices to stores that do not hanijle floaers legit '.natel^ Is a silort slchted policy ol the individual ;3roiifer. and bound to react lipon nln In a general *my In time, ard That »« declare such stores that handle other gooae and depend upon other goods t.har flowers to earn tl-iea a profit and livelihood, to be llligjnate flower e-ores and not reooi lenrta'de to the Wholesale Grovver of Fleers 4th. "'9 hereby set our aisapproval upon the nethod of any Oi*oweror .Oealer wMoh lo^ern the etandord and effi- clsnoT of 0 .r '^.■slnees, and we express our willing- ness to «ithdraw our entire sipport fron S'Ujh Rroiver or :)ealer In the local njarXe ' «h08e itethod tends in tha*i directlofj. We attest cur sincerity l>y our liaree. PROVIDENCE RETAILERS EXPRESS DISAPPROBATION OF GROWERS' METHODS. igo2. The American Florist. .AT. RHYNOR'S THE ORDER BOOK IS NOW OPEN FOR EASTER ORDERS AND the Easter orders will be filled, as osoal, with the choicest product of the most noted g^rowers of flowers for the New York market, n :: n :: n n :: :: Largest receipts in New York wholesale district of American Beauty, Bride, Bridesmaid, Meteor and Liberty R.oses. Hig^h-grade Lawson, Crane, Prosperity, Marquis, Scott, Nor= way and other popular varieties of Car- nations. :: :: :: :: :: :: :: :: :: :: :: BULBOUS MATERIAL IN ENORMOUS SUPPLY. Lily of the Valley, Daffodils, single and double; Hyacinths and Tulips, double and single, in all varieties. Lilies — Harrisii and Longi- florum. Sweet Peas, Asparagus, Smilax, Big Mignonette, Big Violets. Everything big but the prices. :: :: :: :: :: :: :: :: :: :: .5* J* .3* .3* .^ .^ .5* .5* «^ .5^ .5* .5* J* «^ <^ «^ .2* .^ .5* <^ .^ .5* .^ Florists requiring the above or other cut flower specialties will find it to their advantage to send a list of their wants promptly and get a quotation on tame. None but good stock sent out. «3^ J* «^ (^^ .5* .3* .3* .3* ^* .^ t3* .3^ <3^ ^^ .^ .3* .5* .3* <3* .3* «^ .3* .^ The name of RAYNOR on a box of flowers always means that the contents are irood and the packing: carefully done. i « JOHN 1. RAYNOR WHOLESALE FLORIST, 49 West 28tll St., NEW YORK CITY 268 The American Florist. Mar. 15, In Quantity. TILIPS Double Pink. Send Us Your ORDERS J.B.Deamu(l Wholesale Cut flowers 51 Wabash Ave. Chicago. For Prices see page 277, as adopted by Chicago Whole- sale Cut flower Association. We shall have the very finest lot of Roses, Carnations Lilies, Tulips, and other Stock for Easter. r Easter ^\r% Our Supply, as Usual, Will be Large and of Good Quality, BEAUTIES, CARNATIONS, HARRISII, BRIDES, VIOLETS, CALLA5, MAIDS, FERNS, NARCISSUS, METEORS, ADIANTUM, VON SION, PERLES, ASPARAGUS, TULIPS, In fact ALL SEASONABLE Stock. Early orders will receive the best attention. Send for our quotations which will be mailed on the 20th inst. Established ^ J878 J- 76 Wabash Ave , Chicago. Long Olstanco 'Phono Central 1751. u NOTE— We have 700,000 Ferns in cold storage in excellent condition; can supply to the satisfaction of our customers. ^ igo2. The American Florist. 269 "Not Made By a Trust" What? A. L. Randall's Prices. I have for several seasons made the market on Cut Flowers according to 'Supply and demand," by which I think all active trade of this nature should be regulated. I am still doing business at the old stand. Let me hear from you. A. L RANDALL, 4 Washington Street, CHICAGO. To Growers: Our weekly "returns" show what we are doing for yoU. A. L. R. Good Easter Lilies. ar*Trrr*iT*-*Bi ■ Wl rmmV^E ARE receiving and can ship for Easter or earlier, the same high grade of Lilies that has given so much satisfaction to those who have bought from us during the last three years. All are guaranteed longiflorums. In prices we are prepared to meet competition. Price the same in pots or as cut blooms. Careful packing. Send orders at once. You will buy cheaper than by waiting till the last moment. All other seasonable cut flower stock to suit every demand. Watch for announcement of our opening Spring Plant Auction Sale, which will take place on April 4th. Wholesale Cut flower and m p |U^r<^*>^l*^,C i^^ Supply Dealers. iNl.r •IVICtarthy&tO. Horticultural Auctioneers. §4 Hawley St., Boston, Mass. I 270 The American Florist. Mar. 13, GEORGE REINBERG WHOLESALE GROWER OF CUT FLOWERS When other houses fail to fill your orders try us. We will not fail. Give us your orders and see if we don't give you better satisfaction. Buy from the producer and get Fresh Stock, the best and cheapest. 51 Wabash Avenue, Telephone Central 1937. CHICAGO, ILL. EASTER WHOLESALE PRICE LIST OF CUT FLOWERS. (See page 277) BEST BRIDES AND MAIDS $6.00 to .$8.00 per 100 GOOD '• " " 5.00 " 6.00 PERLES 6.00 " 8.00 METEORS 6 00" 8.00 ROSES, OUR SELECTION 3.00 " 5.00 AM. BEAUTIES, 36 to 40 inch. 5.00 " 6.00 per doz. 24 " 4 00 " 20 " 3.00 15 " 2.00 12 " 1.50 8 " 1.00 Short .75 HARRISII, Select 18.00 " 20.00 per 100 Seconds 10.00 " 12.50 CARNATIONS, fancj 3.00" 6.00 SMILAX $15.00 to $18 FERNS, ADIANTUM 1.00 COMMON GALAX LEAVES 1 00 LILY OF THE VALLEY 3.00 ROMAN HYACLNTHS 3.00 VIOLETS 60 PAPER WHITE ASPARAGUS 50 LEUCOTHE SPRAYS TULIPS 3.00 DAFFODILS 3.00 FREESIA 3.00 Place your order early for Easter and mike sure of your supply. Orders cannot always be filled when received FOR EASTER... American Beauties, finest grades, Brides, Bridesmaids Meteors, Lilies, Callas, Lily of the Valley, Headquarters for Choice Carnations and Best Violets. Order Now.. Walter F.Sheridan, 39 W. 28th St., NEW YORK New Geraniums FOR 1902 **J. D. Blsele,** Bingle, pure wine red. A zonale of most brilliaDt and new coloring, a splendid bedder, producini; an abundance of large trusses. ■*Jame5 Davldsoa," single, lavender lilac, a color which has never before been approached, shows almost a distinct blue color eveoings. Trusses very large, a fine novelty. S5c each; $3.00 per do/.en. Novelties of former years, assorted and labeled, at 16.00 per 100. HENRY EICHHOlZ.W3>nBStoo, Pa. A I ROOTED CUTTINGS CARNATIONS, M'Gowaii. Win, Srotl, liny |jr.»k iind Flora Hill at .1;|.00 pur 100. AGERATUM, whit>: and blue, dwnrf. tbe hest beddint: v.arioties, 75c per 100. Mrin-. Sallcroi Geraniums from a>4-iD. poLs, extn Htroni;, fi.h'J p-in., 50o;6-in., $1.00. 3, •!, S-ln ARECA LUTESCENS. 3 and 3 plants to a pot, same price. These areexcellent lot of clean, cool grown plants. BOSTON FERNS, ■tc, 8o, l5o, 30c and 60c each. DRACAENA INDIVISA, 3, 4, 5-in.. 6c, lOc, -ibc each, CHINESE PRIMULA and CINERARIA fine plants. to close- out, 3 and 4-in., 4c and 6c each. GLADIOLUS BULBS, good mixture, $1.00 per 100. GERANIUMS, 2'in., lionnat, double and single Grant, La Pavoriut. S. A. Nutt, Atkinson, Sslleroi, $3.C0 pcT 100; 3-iiicli, $.\ll() piT 1(11); I'oltevino, M. Harov. Kleber, John L)n>le, Jaulln, Kicoard, Mrs. 10. 0. Hill, Perkins, $4.00 per lUO. CARNATIONS, rooted cuttings Scott. McGoiran, I'ortia, ll.uO per 100; IC. Crocker G. Lord, Mtr- quis, $1.60 per KO; Prosperity, Lawson. Queen Louise, Klorlana, $!>.00 per 100: KIttatinny, white sport from Daybreak, $3.00 pi'r 100. ASPARAGUS SPRENGERI, 3-1 Plumosus, 3-inoh, $8.00 per 100. ASPARAGUS SPRENGERI, 3-Inch. $;<.00 per 100; Cash or C. O. U. GEO. M. EMMANS, Newton, N. J. igo2. The American Florist. 271 PRICE- LIST WnOLESME GirOWER5 AND SHIPPERS OF nch pots, $15.00 per 100. Write for prices on large lots. Stoclf guaranteed absolutely free from disease. THOMAS ROLAND, Nahant, Mass. 274 The American Florist. Mar. 15, A Full Line of Selected Easter Plants. Longiflorum Lilies^ Azaleas^ Crimson Ramblers^ Spiraeas^ Hydrangeas^ Genistas, Lilacs and Heather. All up-to-date florists must have these things for their Easter sales. They can be packed and shipped in perfect order direct from the greenhouses. No better specimens have ever been offered. Cut Flowers. Lilies, Roses, Carnations, Bulbous Flowers of all kinds and Violets by the million. Now is the time to order. Prices ready. WM. QHORMLEY, WHOLESALE COMMISSION DEALER IN CUT FLOWERS AND CHOICE POT PLANTS. Telephone, 2200 Madison Sq. 57 West 28th Street, NEW YORK. WIETOR BROS. GROWERS AND WHOLESALERS OF CUT FLOWERS. 51 WABASH AVE., CHICAGO. Easter Price List. Well Rooted, Clean and Healthy. Per 100 Per 1000 PROSPERITY $5.00 $35.00 QUEEN LOUISE 4 50 40.00 NORWAY 4.00 .S5.00 LAWSON 3.50 30.00 CRANE 1.50 9.00 AMERICA 1.50 9.00 FLORA HILL 1.50 9 00 WHITE CLOUD 1.50 9.00 TRIUMPH 1.50 9.00 SPORT (Guardian Angel) 1.50 9,00 MARQUIS 1.50 9.00 AM. BEAUTY, extra long, per doz $5.00 to $6,00 24-in, stem, " 4.00 20 " " 3.00 15 " " 2.00 12 " " 1.50 8 '• " 1.00 Short .75 METEOR per 100, $G.00 to $8.00 BRIDESMAID " 6.00 to 8.00 BRIDE " 6.00 to 8.00 PERLE " 6.00 to 8.00 CARNATIONS " 3.00 to 4.00 fancy " 5.00 to 6.00 HARRISII LILIES " 10.00 to 20.00 All other stock at lowest market prices. No charge for packing, subject to change without notice. All Rooted Cuttings sold under express condition that if not satisfactory when received they are to be returned immediately, when money will be refunded. igo2. The American Florist. 275 FINE BEAUTIES SELECT ROSES, A No. i. ^ CHOICE CARNATIONS, ^ all the standard sorts. EASTER LILIES bulb stock. VIOLETS, VALLEY. ASPARAGUS. ADIANTUM. SMI LAX. m^^S^"^"^ FERNS. ^ ^^^^ SL ^^^ kV^ tS^* Special attention given to '^L ^S^ VO^ shipping orders. We can fill ^k 0 H^'^ (^0^^ your orders when others fail. When 4^ ^J^ yo" f^i^ to g^t satisfaction elsewhere, just rS^ give us a trial. You'll find our service prompt. tj^ Remember we make no charge for ''P. & D.'' Store open from 7:30 a. m. to 6:00 p. m. Sundays and holidays to 12:00 m. 500,000 VIOLETS. The Choicest of the Hudson River Product* AND EVERYTHING ELSE IN LIKE QUANTITY AND QUALITY FOR THE EASTER TRADE. Ford's Easter shipments have always given satisfaction. The stock shipped is from the most skillfol growers and strict attention is given to correct and careful filling of orders. We have Lilies, Tulips, Hyacinths, Callas, Daffodils, Roses, Fancy Carnations, Lily of the Valley, Sweet Peas and Asparagus in full supply, and those giving orders in advance will be given benefit of favorable prices. FORD BROTHERS, 1 1 1 West 30th Street, NEW YORK. 276 The American Florist. Mar. 75, PROTECT YOURSELF! against disappointment by placing your orders now for Easter Week. Let us know NOW what you want and we will take good care of you. LILIES In pots and cut flowers. Theyare tine, but don't wait until the last moment. CARNATIONS Name your colors now and you will be accom- modated. Stock A 1 in quality. ROSES The best in the country. All varieties. Ameri- can Beauty, Bride, Bridesmaid. VIOLETS are good and low in price. Lily of the Valley, Daffodils, Tulips and miscellaneous bulb stock in abundance. PRICE LISTS READY NOW WELCH BROTHERS 15 Province Street, Boston, Mass. CITY HALL FLOWER MARKET MWOTMWWWWfflWW Cut Flowers for Easter ARE PREPARED to furnish a large and extra quality line of stock for Easter. Although Lilies are reported scarce all over the country, we are able to offer a large quantity of fine blooms. Send your order early and you will not be disappointed. Benthey & Co. GROWERS AND WHOLESALE FLORISTS, QREENHOUSES: New Castle, Ind. 35 Randolph Street, PRICES FOR EASTER WEEK. Easter Lilies, select $18. " seooniU 10. Am. Beauties, 30 to 40-incb..$i 24 '■ .. ai " .. IB " .. 12 " .. 8 '• .. Short Per I IV (K> to $20 IXI (XI to 12.50 Per lioz. 5.00 to 10.00 ■1.00 3.00 2.00 1.60 1.00 .76 Per 100 00 to 8.00 Brides, Bridesmaids \ Meteor, Gates, Perles f Seconds 3.0O to S.OO Curnations, fancy 5,00 to 6,00 " average quality .TCO to 4,00 Tulips, single .1.00 to 4 00 " double 4C0to B.OO Narcissus, Romans 3.00 to 4,00 Valley 3,lxno 4.00 Daffodils, double and single 3,00 to 4,00 Dutch Hyacinths 4,00 to 6,00 Mignonette 2 00 to 4,00 Smilai 15.00 to 18,00 Adlantum 1.00 to 1.60 Common Ferns, per 1000, 13,00 ^ \& \lx ^ 2^>2^>«2^>*2^^i2^>i2^^^ 278 The American Florist. Mar. i§, WE ONLY HANDLE THE STOCK WE GROW AND BY BEING SPECIMLI STS in the following items it is evident that we can serve you better than those handling general lines o( all kinds of stock. American Beauties. '^« i>»ve planted 50,000 plants =^===^=^^ in new houses built especially to grow Beauties. Brides, Bridesmaids, Liberty, Meteors and Perles, ^^^====^^^^=^^= 100,000 plants and they are fine. Fancy Carnations, ^^^ Lawson, Prosperity, Loma, =^ Norway, Marquis, Morning Glory, Crane, America, White Cloud, Gold Nugget, Joo«t and Hill, 75,000 plants. This is the finest stock of all fancies in this country. EASTER LILIES, Dutch Hyacinths, Fancy Tulips, = both Single and Double, All Colors. Very large double DAFFODILS. QreenS. ^^ have 6,000 Asparagus Plumosus, 6,000 Spren- gerl, 12,000 Smilax and three ho«ses of Maiden- hair Ferns. Buy Your Flowers Direct from the grower, and ^=^=^^^^^^=^=^^= thereby get better and fresher stock and save the rehandlinj; charges of the middlemen. BKSSETT St iA^KSHBURN Greenhouses, Hinsdale, III. L. D. Phone, Hinsdale 10. Store, 76 and 78 Wabash Ave., Chicago, L. D. Phone, Central 1457. Kerens a Cash Buyer I want offers from growers of good Lilies^ Roses, Carnations or other desirable Easter Flowers in quantity* I have customers for the goods if quality and prices are right. Step up quick with your invoices* CHARLES MILLANG Tel. 1304, Madison Sq. - - - 50 W. 29th St., New York. igo2. The American Florist. 279 Shipping Easter f Flovwers ^^- ^^- ^( ^1 ^1 I : : is a business you cannot fool with. Knowing that more good flowers are spoiled through inexperienced packing than from any other cause we take especial pains in this feature of our business, which explains why our Easter shipping trade was doul)led last year. I'his will be an- other BIG Easter and at the prices we are quoting you can use a big lot of flowers and make a big profit on them. We have the kind your customers want. The best Longiflorums in the country. Every flower salable. A- tremendous line of bulb stock and violets and no advance in prices. We have a rose bargain for the early applicant. We are ready and IT'S UP TO YOU TRAENDLY A SCHENCK 38 W. 28th Street, TelBphones 798 and 799 Madison Siy. NEW YORK. 50 000 CANNAS start now. suong J\J,V\J\) l/rtllll«a roots, two eyes and more, $4.00 per ICO. Mme. Crozy, Florence Vaughan, Philadelphia, Paul Bruant, Golden Moon, Alsace, white. Dake of Marlborough, Alphonse Bouvier, Queen Charlotte. Alba Rosea. Italia, Martha Washington, $8 00 per 100. Pink Rosemawr, $8.00 per 100. Maiden's Blush, pink, $6.00 i)er 100. President McKinley, $6.00 per 100. Chas. Hender- son, Burbank, Austria and Robusta Perfecta, bronze, 83.00 per 100. Fine mixtures for massing, $1.80 per 100. E;:tra Sne two year old Crimton Rambler for pot- tins at once, 3 to 4- ft., 15c; medium 2 year old, 10c. Santolina Incana, stock plants, 4-iu.. 6c; rooted cuttings, $2 00 per 100. Swainsonia alba. 2^-in., $2.00 per 100. Rooted cuttings of Carnations: Ethel Crocker, Mrs. F. Joost, Genevieve Lord and Mack Richmond, red, $2.00 per 100; Wni. Scott, $I.Ci0 per 100. Fall runners of California Violots, $1.00 per luO: Princess of Wales, $I.EO per 100; Lady Hume Campbell, $1.50 per I(X). Herbaceous Paeonias, all colors, unnamed, EO for $3 00; KhI for $.').00 Clem- aiis Paniculata, l year, $1.00 per lOo; 2 year, $6.00 per UK.t. Clematis Jackmani, Henryi and Mme. .Vndri, $2.-50 per dozen. Cash Please. BENJ. CONNELL. WEST CROVE. PA. California, We have some choice Hybrid Carnation Seed from Law^on, Crane, Marquis, Cloud and Maceo, J 00 seeds 25c. New Giant of California Pansy seeds, very large flowers, trade packet 25c; 1 oz. $4. Giant of Cali- fornia Pansy Plants, ready to transplant, $2.50 per 1000. HITTING FLORAL COMPANY, Looms, CALIFORNIA. THE AMERICAN FLORIST'S COLOR CHART PRICE I* CENTS POSTPAID. AMERICAN FLORIST CO.. 322 Durborn St. Chicago CANNASi 3 or more eyes, Mme. _Crozy, A. Bouvier, Phila., Crimson Bedder, M. Bouohaud, Queen Charlotte, P. Marquart, etc., $2.00 per 100; Duke of Marlborough, Black Prince, new, $3.00 per lOO. Finest mixture of all colors, $1.00 per 100. FOR EASTER! CINERARIAS, Benary & C, The Cottage Garden Novelties. J. H. Manley -a large early and free scarlet. Viola Allen white edged aod splashed rose pink. Harry Fenn new Harvard crimson. Violania — sport of Bradt with less markings. Price— $12.00 per 100; $27.50 per 250; $55.00 per 500: $100 per 1,000. Other 1902 Novelties. Gaiety — (Hill), white striped scarlet. $10.00 per JOO; $75.00 per J,000. Cressbrook — (Warburton), pink. $10.00 per 100; $75.00 per 1,000. Mrs. E. A. Nelson (Nelson), pink. $10.00 per 100; $80.00 per 1,000. We can supply good stock of the J90t introductions — Lorna, Roosevelt, Norway, Golden Beauty, Novelty, Dorothy, Prosoerity, Mermaid, Irene and Egypt. Also the good standard varie- ties— Morning Glory, Lawson, Marquis, Crane, White Cloud, Bradt, Glacier, Maceo, Joost and others. WE SHIP ONLY THE BEST STOCK. IF YOU HAVE NOT ALREADY RECEIVED OUR PRICE LIST, SEND FOR IT AT ONCE. f F. DORNER & SONS GO. Lafayette, Ind. | The GUARD! AN ANGEL FLORIST, Chicaso. PRICB LIST of Rooted Carnation Cuttings. NEW AND STANDARD VARIETIES. The Guardian Angel is the best commercial pink carnation in the market to-day. It is a good keeper; its growth is strong and vigorous; it never bursts and is never otf crop. Received Ist prize at Horticultural Exposition and flrst-class Certificate of Chicago Florists' Club for best pink. Rooted cuttings, $3.00 per 100. $15.00 per 1000. NEW VARIETIES Penooperiooo PROSPERITY, white overlaid with pink J6.C0 150.00 QUEEN LOUISE, white 5.00 40 00 BON HOMME RICHARD, white.... 6.03 40.00 IRENE, pink 5.00 40.00 GENERAL LIST FLORA HILL, white 1.25 10.00 WHITE CLOUD, white 1.25 10.00 MRS. LAWSON, pink 4.00 35.00 MARQUIS, pink 1.60 12.C0 E3TELLE, scarlet 6 00 50 00 G. H. CRANE, scarlet 2.00 15.00 MttS. BRADT, variegated 3.50 20.00 ARMAZINDY, variegated 1.35 10.00 THE GUARDIAJi AJf GEL, FLORIST, 401 Devon Avenne, Sta. T. CBICAGO. 5O,000 Booted CARNATION CUTTINGS to dispose of yet; all well rooted and free from disease. Per 100 Per 1000 Queen Louise $5.00 $40.00 Flora Hill, Daybreak 1.25 10.00 Crane, America, Crocker 1.60 12.00 Lippincott, Melba 1.25 10.00 Lizzie McGowan 1.25 10.00 White Cloud 1.60 12.00 5000 BRIDESMAID ROSES, tn 2Vi-inch pots, $2.00 per 100; $20.00 per 1000. Special prices on large orders. Cash with order. MERCER FLORAL CO.. NEW CARNATIONS. ChrysantheniMnis. Doz. lOO UOO CRESSBROOK $1.60 $10.00 $75.00 ENQUIRER 3.00 12.00 100.00 FAIR MAID 2.00 10.00 75.00 GAIETY 1.60 10.00 75.00 J. H. MANLEY 2.C0 12.00 100.00 HARRY FENN 3.00 12.00 100.00 VIOLA ALLEN 2.00 12.00 100.00 NORWAY 6.00 50.00 FLORIANA 6.00 50.00 ALBA 2.50 13.00 STELLA 250 13.C0 DOROTHY WHITNEY 'i.m 12.00 APOLLO 2.50 12.00 Also other new and standard varieties. We offer all of the new varieties of 1902; also the best of 1901. A large number of last year's novelties and leading standard varieties ready now, from 2>^-inch pots. Send for list. Correspondence solicited. H. WEBER & SONS, OAKLAND, MARYLAND. California Carnations. Our cuttings are rooted without Are heat and are strong, hardy and well rooted. They are so far superior in every way to cuttings rooted by fire heat that they should not be mentioned in the same connection. We guarantee safe arrival and satisfaction. Per 100 Per 1000 QUEEN LODISE, white $4.00 $30.00 MERMAID, fine salmon pink 3.00 20.00 G. H. CRANE, scarlet 1.50 12.00 MRS. F. JOOST, fine pink. . . l.OO 8.00 Giant of California Pansy Plants, 60o per 100; $2.50 per 1,000. Giant of California, transplanted plants, $5 per 1000—100 sent at 1000 rates. TERMS CASH WITH ORDER. THE LOOMIS FLORAL CO., LOOMIS, CALIFORNIA. THE • \j% rl« bids fair to become the Commercial standard pink carnation. It is an early, free and continuous bloomer and it is sure to do well wherever grown. Orders booked now for delivery latter part of Marcli. For prices, see Am. Florist, Feb. 15. E. A. NELSON, 3503 N. Senate Ave-, INDIANAPOLIS, IND 282 The American Florist. Mar. IS, Lowell, Mass. GOOD WEATHER MAKES BUSINESS GOOD.— PLENTY OF STOCK IN NEARLY ALL LINES. — LOCAL GROWERS SHOW AT BOSTON. The weather continues to hold fine, and we hope it will continue until after Easter. About the only shortage that ■was noticed last week was red roses. Perhaps it was due to the fact that the Prince was being entertained in Boston. Business is In a fairlygood way; at times it is rather brisk. One good thing, how- ever, is that there is plenty o< good stock available at a moments notice. At the present time violets are to be had at any old price, but then this will soon change, as Easter is nearing. Tewksbury was well represented at the carnation show held in the Boston Flower Market Saturday, March 8. M. A. Patten took many first prizes. Louis Small showed some Marquis that were of fine quality and A. C. Roper had a fine vase of his seedling carnation, Fair- maid. T. J. McManamon was elected town treasurer for the town of Dracut on March 3, his opponent having held the oflice for over twenty-six years. Patten has a good way of telling cus- tomers when Easter comes. Every box or package sent out contains a little card neatly printed. A. M. Marietta, O. GROWER HAS EXTRA QUALITY SWEET PEAS. — HIGH WATER MAKES TROUBLE. — OTHER NOTES. J. W. Smith has his window decorated with spirjea, lilac and hyacinths. His houses at Williamstown, W. Va., which are in charge of his brother. Dr. Charles H. Smith, are in fine shape and he is cutting some choice carnations and fine sweet peas of bright color, the latter with twelve-inch stems. High water struck town on March 3 and a heavy storm left ten inches of snow behind, but it quickly melted under the influence of bright sun and added to the flood. Stock is plentifnl, such as violets, sweet peas, carnations and bulbons flowers, and are In fine condition, but good roses are scarce. Mrs. Norval Kiger has a splendid lot of Easter lilies, averaging thirty inches in height. I^. Cressbrook (pink). Oriole (scarlet), Mrs. Nelson (pink), $1.50 per doz.; $10 per 100. Mrs. Palmer (scarlet), Mrs. Higinbotham (salmon pink), Alba (large white), Stella (variegated), Dorothy Whitney (yellow), Apollo (scarlet), $2.C0 per doz.; $12.00 per 100, Per 100 Per lOOO Estelle, Best Scarlet »5.00 ... $40.00 Norway, Urge White 5.00 ... 45 00 Prosperity, Fancy 6 00 ... 45.00 Queen Louise, White 5.00 ... 45.00 Dorothy, Productive Pink... 5.00 ... 45.00 Morning Glory, Lt. Pink 2.50 ... 20 00 Marquis, Largest Pink 2.50 ... 20.00 Fine stock of rooted cuttings of above and twenty-five other kinds. Get our prices on what you need. GEO. HANCOCK & SON, GRAND HAVEN, MIOH. "lease mcnlion IhrAmfrican Floriil when writinx. ®*i ?® pOOTED CUTTINGS Per ICO Pit lOOO MRS. POTTER PALMER $13.00 $100.00 MRS. HIGINBOTHAM 12.00 100.00 PROSPERITY 4.00 30.00 NORWAY 500 40,00 IRENE 3.00 25.00 MRS. LAWSON 3.00 25 00 MARQUIS 1.25 10.00 G.H.CRANE 1.35 10.00 FLORA HILL 1.25 10.00 I^OISE>». Per 100 Per 1000 METEOR $1.50 J12.50 PERLE 1.50 12.50 BRIDE 1.50 12.60 Per 100 Per 1000 MRS. JOOST 11.00 $6.00 WHITE CLOUD 1.25 10.00 EVANSTON 1.00 6 00 MRS. INE 1.25 1000 WM. SCOTT 1.00 6.00 GENEVIEVE LORD 1.25 10.00 ETHEL CROCKER 1.25 10.00 GUARDIAN ANGEL 1.25 lO.CO ARGYLE 1.00 6.00 AMERICA 1.25 10.00 Per 100 Per 1000 BRIDESMAID $1.60 $12.60 GOLDEN GATE 1.50 12.50 ieo{SE> r*r^iv:N:^s '■•om 2y2-in. pots. Per 100 Per lOOO METEOR $3.00 $15,00 PERLE 3.0O 2.5.00 BRIDE 3.00 2.5.00 The above named stock is clean, well rooted and free from disease. Per 100 Per 1000 BRIDESMAID $3.00 $25 CO GOLDEN GATE 3 00 25.00 KAISERIN 3.00 £5 CO GEO. REINBERQ, VeZ'" CHICAGO. ROOTED CUTTINGS of Carnations and Roses. All Clean, Healthy Stock, Qrown Cool. CARNATIONS. PINK VARIETIES. Per 100 Per 1000 MRS. LAWSON $4.00 $35.00 MARQDIS 3.00 25.00 MORNING GLORY S.OO 25.00 ETHEL CROCKER 2.00 12.60 MRS. F. JOOST 1.60 12.60 WHITE VARIETIES. NORWAY 5.00 40.00 WHITE CLOUD 1.50 13.50 FLORA HILL 1.60 12.50 RED VARIETIES. RED MRS. BRADT 2.50 20.00 G. H. CRANE 2.00 17.50 AMERICA 2.00 15.00 VARIEGATEO VARIETIES. PROSPERITY 6.00 60.00 MRS. BRADT 2.50 20.00 MAROON VARIETIES. GEN. MACEO 1.60 12.50 YELLOW VARIETIES. GOLD NUGGET 3.00 25.00 ROSES. BRIDES.BRIDESMAIDS.METEORS 1.60 12.50 PERLES 2.00 15.00 Orders for less than 25 of one variety charged extra. All plants shipped from Hinsdale. Bassett & Washburn, STORE: 76 WABASH AVE. CHICAGO. GREENHOUSES: HINSDALE. ILL. Crimson Rambler Climbing Clothilda Soupert. ROSES Ramblers, 3 to 4M ft., well branched.. .$10 per 100 2!4to3ft., " " ... 8 per 100 IV, to2V's ft., " " ... 0 per lOO Soupert, strong flold-grown plants 15 per 100 The Conard & Jones Co, west Grove, Pa. A NEW WHITE CARNATION. As ft fr<'« ami coiitiDu- OU8 bloomer it beats uiiythin^' we have ever g^rown; Ilowers averaKe 2H to3 inches iridiamcter. Rooted cuttings now ready, $8 per 100; $7fj per 1000. WOODFAlLBROS.,GlenBurnie,M(l. Please mention the American Florist every time you write to an advertiser. SYLVIA Mrs. Palmer Certilicated at Indianapolis, Montreal, St. Louis Chicago, Kansas City. Absolutely the best scarlet carnation ever intro- duced. $1100 por 100; $100.00 per 1000. Mrs. Higinbotham Certificated at Indianapolis, Chfcago, Kansas City, St. Louis. Promieos to become the standard liEbt pink; will stand in the sanio position as did Da\break, ten years ago. $12.00 per 100; $100.00 per 1000. Chicot Lareo white faintly striped in midwinter; ex- treme]\ fragrant; Mnest constitution; more prollt- abU^ than any stanr^nrd on our pUce last si'ason and is doing" even better now. $6.00 per 100; $.50.C0 per ICOO. Other rancy Varieties Some of whicii may be had from soil. Per 100 1 LAWSON, pink »3.C0 BON HOMME, white 3.00 .lOOST. pinl< 1.5U MACEO. crimson 1.50 PROSPERITY, viir eL'.'iteil 4.00 HOOSllCR MAIU, white S.OO WHITECLOUl>. •■ l.BO GOV. ROOSEVELT, crimson 5.00 IRENE, pink 3.00 MARQUIS, •• 2.O0 ESTl : I . I,E, scarlet 6.00 URANE, •■ 2.00 SUNBEAM, l.t. pink 3 00 Q. LORD, pink l.bO BRADT. vurie(!iited 2.C0 A VON DALE S.OO NORWAY 5.00 'erlOOO »25.00 25.00 10.00 10.00 30 00 25. CO 10.00 45.00 26.00 16.00 45.00 15.00 25.00 12 60 15.00 16.00 4J.0O Chicago Caraation Co. JOLIET. ILL. You will benetit the American Flo- rist by mentioning it every time you write an advertiser in these columns igo2. The American Florist. 283 THE SENSATIONAL NEW ROSE FOR 1902 MRS. OLIVER AMES This grand rose is a sport from Mrs. Pierpont Morgan and possesses the same vigorous habit, fine glossy foliage of deep green, erect, stout stem and even more free flowering qualities. The flowers are very full and large, averaging 4 inches in diameter when in perfection. The color is a lovely soft blush with a little deeper shading in the center and on the edges of the petals, and a delicate tint of yellow at the base of the petals, making it the most beautiful of all the delicate colored roses ever offered; its keeping qualities are unsurpassed. In short it is the ideal rose in size, color, form, stem, foliage and free flowering qualities. It has taken five large Silver Medals, namely: — At the New York Show, Oct. 30th, 1901; Newport, Rhode Island, Show, Nov. 5, igoi; Orange, New Jersey, Show, Nov. 12, 1901; Philadelphia, Pa., Show, Nov. 13, 1901; New York Florists' Club, Dec. gth, 1901; and a Gold Medal at the Kansas City Show, Nov. i8th, 1901. Also Certificates of Merit at Tarrytown, New York; Poughkeepsie, New York; Chicago, Illinois; American Institute, New York; Chestnut Hill, Pennsylvania, and Madison, New Jersey. P RICE S STRONG PLANTS FROM 2>2-INCH POTS, OWN ROOTS: I plant . . . . $ .7S 12 ^1 . . . . . 7.50 25 " . . . . 12.50 50 '' . . . . . 17.50 100 " . . . . 30.00 2SO " . . . . . 62.50 500 " . . . . 110.00 1,000 " . . . . . 200.00 GRAFTED PLANTS FROM 2>^3-INCH POTS: I plant . . . . • $ 1 .00 12 " . . . . . 9.00 25 " . . . . 15.00 50 " . . . . . 25.00 100 " . . . . 40.00 250 I' . . . . . 87.50 500 " . . . . . 160.00 1,000 " . . . . . 300.00 Extra strong plants from 3-incli pots, 5 cents each ailditional. Extra strong plants from 3-inch pnts, 5 cents each- additional, PLANTS READY FOR DELIVERY ON AND AFTER APRIL 1, 1902 What the leading retail florists of the dififerent cities say of this rose MR. PHILIP BREITMEYER, of Detroit, Michigan, saw it growing here on October 30th, and was so pleased with it that he declared empathically it was the most beautiful of all light-colored roses he had ever seen, and that it would supplant all such varieties as Golden Gate, Mme. Watteville, etc. MR. H. H. BATTLES, of loS South 12th St., Philadelphia, Pa., writes under date of Nov. 23, 1901 : "Dear Mr. May: — The Mrs. Oliver Ames is beautiful. We have given it the place of honor in our shop and shall take much pleasure in showing it to others. I was unfortunate in not seeing it at our late show, but heard it spoken of in very com- plimentary terms. Yours very truly, H. H. Battles. W. J. PALMER, of Buffalo, writes under date of Nov. MR. 28th : 'Dear Sir: — The beautiful Mrs. Oliver Ames roses received in perfect condition and are very much admired by my customers; just as I have heard you say, the public want some- thing besides Bride, Bridesmaid, Meteor or even Beauty. Each of my customers who saw it remarked something good about it. Accept my thanks for the beautiful roses. Yours truly, W. J. Palmer. J. H. SMALL & SONS, Washington, D. C, under date of Dec. 2nd, 1901, write: Dear Mr. May: — We beg to acknowledge the receipt of the box of Mrs. Oliver Ames roses which arrived on Wednes- day, November 27th. They were in perfect condition when w'e received them and we iiave kept two or three of them until to-day, which proves that their quality as a keeper is unsur- passed by anything we have handled. We exhibited the roses to our customers and they were very much admired. We have no doubt from what we have seen of this rose that it has a great future in store. Again thanking you for your courtesy in send- ing them, we remain. Yours very truly, J. H. S.mall, Jr. HALLIDAY BROS., Baltimore, Md., write under date of Dec. 5th : My Dear Mr. May: — Mrs. Oliver Ames arrived in perfect condition and have attracted a great deal of attention in our window to-day. I am sure it will till a long needed want in the rose line, being so distinct in color from all others. Yours very truly, Robert Hallidav. J. H. SMALL & SONS., New York City, under date of Dec. 6th, write : Dear Sir: — Regarding the rose, Mrs. Oliver Ames, of which we have had cut blooms from you, we desire to say that we think very highly of it. The shade of color is most de- lightful, nothing better could be desired in stem or foliage and as to its keeping qualities we can hardly say enough. Those we had from you December ist are still good. Yours very truly, J. H. Small & Sons. ALEX. McCONNELL, New York, under date of Dec. i6th writes : Dear Sir: — I consider your new rose, Mrs. Oliver Ames, a very valuable acquisition to our collection of roses ; the delicate pink tint of the bloom and fine foliage, gives the new introduction a decided distinctive character. A strong grower with excellent keeping qualities, so desirable to the retail florist. Yours very truly, Ale.xander McConnell. WM. E. DOYLE, Boston, Mass., writes under date of Dec. 27th, 1901 : Dear Sir: — Regarding the Mrs. Oliver Ames you sent me, I will say that I think very favorably of them ; desira- ble in color, buds of good size and lasting qualities excellent ; they arrived in perfect condition ; I gave them I think an excel- lent test. I have no doubt that it will sell well. Yours very truly, Wm. E. Dovle. Order at once if you wish to secure the early prepared stock. JOHN N. MAY, SUMMIT, new JERSEY 284 The American Florist. Mar. 75. Wilmington, Del. PROSPECTS FOR A BUSY SEASON. — CHANGES AND DOINGS AMONG THE GROWERS. — VAR- IOUS NOTES. Easter is close at band and we are all hustling to get our lilies in, and, weather permitting, expect to have a good week of trade. There are a few changes to be made this year. Our old friend, Robert Lockerbie, is to take Mr. Edward's place at Claymout, the latter retiring. W. H. Vance will remove his entire plant nearer the city, having close shipping connec- tions. Florist McKeown has gone west, and Carson Boyd has bought Chas. Sparks' place of business. Simons Brothers will erect more glass this year. Carnations have done well this winter, especially Joost, Crane and Lippincott. We also think well of Morning Glory and Dorothy, for pink; Estelle and Mack Richmond for red, Loma and Queen Louise for white. Some think that Nor- way is all right, but it has two faults, partly pink and a certain quantity of deformed flowers. We still grow the old standbys, Hill and McGowan. Wm. Potter has a promising pair of seed- lings, a white and a pink. He is going to build a new greenhouse. Mr. Baylis has a variegated sport of Hill, and a white sport of Bradt. W. H. V. Washington, D. C. Trade has been quite active the past week. With most of the retail florists it does not look like mid-Lent, with a number of dinners, teas and receptions. The Westinghouse dinner and reception given in honor of Earl Gray was the most elaborate event of the week, pink roses and lily of the valley being used exclu- sively In the decorations by J. H. Small & Sons. P. G. Aledo, 111. — Charles McChesney, formerly of Burlington, la., has bought real estate for a greenhouse establishment, beginning work shortly upon a residence and two greenhouses 14x60, WANTED. ONE=YEAR=OLD LIBERTIES state quantity and price. Price must be low on account of risks of recuperation. . . . JOHN H. TAYLOR, Bayside, N. Y. Roses! Roses! American Beauties, Brides, Maids, Petles, Kaiserin, LaFrance, Wootton, Belle Siebrecht and Golden Gate, in 2 and 2;^-in.pots; also Rooted Cuttings ready now. This is strong, healthy stock from 2 and 3 eyed cuttings. Write for prices. Send |1.00 for samples. J. G. MURRAY, 403 Main St., Peoria, III. PleaiC wuntion the American Florist when writin[- THE GRANDEST NEW FORCING ROSE Souvenir de Pierre Ming The Best, The rinest, The Most Free Blooming BY THE RAISERS of all Forcing ROSES, color deep yellow; will be distributed for the first time April/ J 902 SOUPERT & NOTTING. ROSE GROWERS. Net price, $80.00 per JOO; $1.00 each. Write for lithographs. ? Orders taken for a limited amount of the following: BRIDES, Rooted Cuttings fl 50 per lOD; |12.50 per 1000 MAIDS, " " 1 SO " 12.50 METEOR, " " 1.50 " 12 50 AM. BEAUIY, 2^-\nch pots... 6.00 " 50.00 " All cuttings to be rooted to order and wood taken from highest grade, strong stock. ^ SOUTH PARK FLORAL CO., NEW CASTLE, INO. . TO CLOSE OUT 10,000 Rose Plants IN 2 1-2 INCH >POTS. BRIDES, 'MAIDS, METEDRS. As good stock as was ever oflfered, clean and healthy.... $2.50 per 100; $20,00 per 1,000. JOHN MUNO, 51 Wabash Ava., CHICAGO. I OFFER FOR SALE The Stock ot a Ntw Rose That is a "Sport" of Souv President Carnot, beautiful yellow color. It is fixed and comes true as 1 have had it since the year Carnot was introduced S. L. HARPER, Ptease mention the American Florist when 7vritin£. TtlE Finest Floral Novelty Of the Age. NEW urn ROSE SOLEIL D'OR (J. Pernet Duchcr, 1900). Colors: Orange-yellow, Nasturtium- red, Golden-Yellow, Brightrose. Characteristics: Floriferous, robust, hardy, highly fragrant. Flowers: Large, full, globular, in- curved center. Fine plants from pols $25.00 per 100. ELLWANGER& BARRY, "tt.''^' Mount Hope Nurtariei. Establishid 1840. Most complete collection of hardy fruits, deciduous and evergreen trees and shrubs, roics, herbaceous and climbinfr plants in .\nierica. Lowest prices com- patible with the highest cultivation. Iijscriptlve illustrated catalogue on application. igo2. The American Florist. 285 $ 1 75.00—$ 1 75.00—$ 1 75.00—$ 1 75.00—$ 1 75.00 OFFERED AS THE AMERICAN ROSE CO. PRIZES A T MADISON SQUARE GARDEN OCTOBER 30 TO NOVEMBER 6, 1902 For the Best 50 Blooms o! Ivory THE NEW YORK FLORISTS' CLUB HAVE ACCEPTED OUR OFFER TO BE COMPETED FOR AT THEIR GREAT FLOWER SHOW, AS FOLLOWS: For fifty cut blooms of our Ivory, the true While Sporl of Golden Gale: First Prize, One Hundred Dollars; Second Prize, Fifty Dollars; Third Prize, Twenty-Five Dollars. The roses must be exhibited by the grower thereof, and must be cut from plants purchased by said grower from us. No exhibitor to receive more than one prize. WE HAVE MADE A SIMILAR OFFER TO HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY OF CHICAGO You must grow strong stock to secure these prizes, and we are ready to sell it to you at once. Our young plants from soil that were pricked off from the cutting bench early in January are in fine order for shipment, and will cost you much less for expressage than pot-grown plants, and may prove superior to even grafted stock. Remember you are bound to make money growing Ivory, because it is a White Sport of Golden Gate and Golden Gate is a very profitable rose for forcing. Notice these low prices for a new rose that originated with us, and is now sold as plants for the first time : ROOTED CUTTINGS FROM SAND = $50.00 per 1,000 ROOTED CUTTINGS FROM SOIL = $80.00 per 1.000 NOW MAKING NICE TOP GROWTH. Quality guaranteed because the stock has been propagated from 40,000 blooming plants. IMMEDIATE DELIVERY. SAMPLE PLANT MAILED ON RECEIPT OF TEN CENTS We will have the Miss Alice Roosevelt for next year's introduction CORRESPOND WITH OR WITH EDWIN LONSDALE, AMERICAN ROSE CO., General Agent, Wyndmoor, Philadelphia, Pa. Washington, D. C. List of Authorized Agents furnished on application 286 The American Florist. Mar. r^, Dallas, Tex. TRADE BETTER THAN USUAL AT THE SEA- SON.—SPRING WORK ON IN EARNEST. — NEED OF RAIN. Trade is reported as above the average for this season of the yearand "the boys" all seem to be on the happy side of life. Lang has had a good share of the deco- rations of late, and says he has no "kick" coming. Mrs. Holtkamp and daughter are still doing their share of business; some elegant funeral work was furnished for out of town customers by these ladies the past week that was hard to excel. They have a well earned reputation in this line of work. The Haskell Avenue Floral Company is head over heels in work now. The ship- ping season is on in good earnest. They will have a good line of Easter stock, but they do not have half enough carnations for the demand although the cut Is large, but with the new range they will have a much larger output another season. It is very dry in the northern part of the state and especially at Dallas we need rain. The ground is all ready for planting roses and carnations, but it Is too dry. We could use some of that sur- plus the Pennsylvania boys are having just now. Lone Star. Minneapolis, SCARCITY OF FANCY STOCK. — LITTLE CHANGE IN MARKET CONDITIONS. — VARI- OUS NOTES. There was no decided change in busi- ness last week, excepting that Easter's near approach gives the retailers as well as the growers something to keep them busy and from the outlook there will be a nice lot of azaleas, Harrisii, cyclamens, spiraeas and so forth to decorate the show windows and to take the eye of the care- ful purchaser. There was a rather brisk demand for Meteors and Beauties last week, but fancy stock seemed a scarcity. Bri'iesmaids and Brides were in quanti- ties enough, but the quality was not fancy, and plenty of second grade stock is to be had at any price. Carnations are in abundant supply but good prices are realized and they move rapidly. Tulips and daffodils are in full swing. Romans and narcissi are scarce and in good demand. There are not many complaints of lilies being backward or diseased this year, although a few cases are reported. C. F. R. FOR EARLY PLANTING SPLENDID STOCK 31/. Inch Bridesmaids, $5 00 per 100; $45.00 per 1,000. Rooted Cuttings, Brides and Bridesmaids $1 .''.0 per 100. ALBERT F. AMLINB, Majwooil, III, ROOTED CUTTINGS 2>^-inch. Brides $15.00 per lOOO Bridesmaids $15.00 per 1000 Good clean stock. C. S. fOOTE, Downers Orove, III. roR SALE Carnations 8000 Hill, 4000 Cranf , rooted cuttings, extra fine. Grower going into roses. Will sell at $8.00 per JOOO. Write to A. L. RANDALL, 4 Wathlngton St., ChioaBO. ROBERTCRAIG&SON Market and 49th Streets, PHILADELPHIA, PA. OUR EASTER SPECIALTIES CRIMSON RAMBLERS. We have them in quantity and they are in superb condition; the clusters of bloom are of fine color and very profuse. PRICES— ?1, 50, $2 00, g3.00, $4.00 and $5.00 each. All excellent value. A very large stock of the most desirable sorts; never had them better. We can certainly please our customers in Azaleas this Easter. Also Lilies, Tulips, Hyacinths, Lilacs, Rhodo- dendrons, Acacias, Dwarf Cherries, our usual fine stock. SEND FOR PRICE LIST. It will Pay you to Call and Look our Stock Over. "It you are still looking for a PROFITABLE" HIGH GRADE White Carnation Don't fail to call and see, or investigate the Gov. Wolcott. Orders booked now will be filled in strict rota- tion, commencing Jan. 1st, 1902, and as fast thereafter as stock is ready. Rooted Cuttings from sand, JIO per 100; $40 per 600; $80 per 1000. Send P. O. Money Orders on Norwood, Mass. Peter Fisher, Ellis, Mass. CARNATIONS Rooted Cuttings of all the new 1902 and best standard varieties. Send for price list. WILLIAM SWAYNE. BOX 226. KENNETT SQUARE, PA. CARNATION CUTTINGS AND BLOOMS. J. D. THOMPSON CARNATION CO. JOLIET, ILLINOIS. Well Rooted and Healthy. Per 100 Per 1000 PROSPERITY, white overlaid with pink J6.00 |50 CO GOV. ROOSEVELT, crimson... 6.00 50.00 QUEEN LOUISE, white 4.00 40.00 BON HOMME RICH.\RD, white 4.00 30 CO IRENE, pink 4 00 30.00 TRIUMPH, pink 2 00 IS 00 WHITE CLOUD, white 2.00 15.00 THOS. W. LAWSON, pink 4.00 35.00 MARQUIS, pink 2 50 20.00 G. H CRANE, scarlet 2.00 15.00 AMERICA, scarlet 2.00 15 00 MRS. BRADT, variegated 2 50 20.00 GUARDIAN ANGEL 1.75 15.00 MICHAEL WIHANOY, DEVON AVE. AND NORTH ROBEY. CHICIGO. NOTICE. Before placing orders for Rooted Carna- tion and Rose Cuttings and 2;^-inch Rose Plants, write your wants to JOHN BROD, 349 WEST NORTH AVE. Chicago, III, Successful Growers <¥ Know that they can dispose of all their Surplus Stock by advertising In the American Florist. TRY IT NOW.j»j« jgo2. The American Florist. 287 51 Wabash Ave. CHICAGO, ILL. LARGEST GROWER OF CUT FLOWERS IN THE WORLD. For Easter Prices see List on page 277 of this issue. CARNATION CITTINGS. All the new and standard varieties, free from rust and all other diseases. Our stock is in fine shape and all cuttings are well rooted when sent out. Per 100 Per 1000 HIGINBOTHAM $12.00 $100 00 MRS. POTTER PALMER 12.00 100.00 PROSPERITY 4.00 30.00 NORWAY 5.00 40.00 IRENE 3.00 25.00 LAWSON 3.00 25.00 BON HOMME RICHARD 3.00 25.00 HOOSIER MAID 3.00 25.00 CRANE 1.25 10.00 THE MARQUIS 1.25 10.00 GENEVIEVE LORD 1.25 10.00 ARGYLE 1.00 7.50 GUARDIAN ANGEL 1,25 10.00 ROOTED ROSE CUTTINGS. Per 100 Per 1000 BRIDESMAID $1.50 $12.50 BRIDE 1.50 12.50 GOLDEN GATE 1.50 12 50 PERLE 1.50 12 50 Per 100 Per 1000 FRANCES JOOST $1.00 $ 7.50 CERISE QUEEN 1.00 7.50 ETHEL CROCKER 1.25 10.00 TRIUMPH 1.25 10.00 FLORA HILL 1.25 10.00 WHITE CLOUD 125 10.00 PERU 1.00 7.50 AMERICA 1.50 12.50 MRS. L. INE 1.50 12.50 MRS. BRADT 1.75 15.00 ARMAZINDY 1.25 10.00 EVANSTON 1.00 7.50 2 1-2 INCH ROSE PLANTS. Per 100 Per 1000 BRIDESMAID $3.00 $25 00 BRIDE 3 00 25.00 K.\ISERIN 3.00 25 00 PERLE 3.00 25 00 GOLDEN GATE 3.00 25.00 All Plants and Rooted Cutting's sold under express conditions that if not satisfactory when received they are to be returned immediately, when money will be refunded. Write for prices on large quantities. Peter Reinberg, "cSr, ni." 288 The American Florist. Mar. 75, Rochester, N. Y. WELL KNOWN FIRM OF DBCORATOBS PUTS UP A GARDEN IN A BALL ROOM —FRUIT TREES IN BLOOM.— TRADE HOLDING UP WELL. — GOOD PLANTS FOR EASTER. A most unique affair was a midwinter lawn party, held in the spacious hall of the Eureka Club a few days ago. Moss- green carpets covered the floor, the trunk of a large tree was placed in the center of the hall and long, stout branches, thickly covered with cherry-blossom, were fastened to the trunk. The tree had a spread of thirty feet one way and thirty- five feet the other when finished. Along the walls, smaller trees or branches of cherries, apples, Japan quince, spirseas, philadelphus,forsythiaand so forth were placed. The green was southern smllai fastened to the branches. Quite a num- ber of rose bushes In flower were also used here and there along the sides and in the corners of the hall were clumps of evergreens. Tulips, hyacinths and daffo- dils were freely used. Interspersed among the branches of the large tree, as well as in the side shrubberies were hundreds of Chinese lanterns, into which incandescent lights had been dropped. Dancing under a full sized blooming cherry tree to the orchestra, hidden on the stage behind the flowering shrubs in February, was a rare treat to all participants. The dining hall was lavishly trimmed and decorated with tulips, hyacinths, daffodils and so forth, y. B. Kellar Sons furnished the decoration, as they did a former one, in which they transformed the same premises into a barnyard, with cow, horse, donkey, chickens and geese visible in enclo- sures, and with all sorts of farm utensils introduced among the other decorations. Up to date Lent has not materially afiitcted the flower and plant trade here. Prices for cut flowers are only a trifle lower than they were a month ago, although stock is quite plentiful. Flower- ing plants from the modest primrose, hyacinth and cineraria up to Lilium longi- florum, azaleas and rhododendrons in all sizes move freely at very fair prices. There are stUl some excellent, well- flowered cyclamens in 6-inch to 8-inch pots to be seen around and I am told that even at Easter some of these large plants, which are single bulbs, one year old, will be in the market. An occasional wedding, an anniversary, a family gathering or some sort of a party or celebration always calls for flowers and a more or less elabo- rate decoration to give the florist some- thing to do. J. B. K. Danville, III. — Wm. J. Anker is build- ing a flower store 18x20, a greenhouse 20x84 and a boiler and potting shed 10x30 to replace the structures sold last August to R. L. Burgoyne. WE GARRY The Largest and most Complete Stock of DAHLIAS in the World. lOnO HAUMAC Admiral Schley, Eureka. lOUZ UAnLIAo Gold standard, Black Bird. Pink Dandy, Leone, Profusion, Alba Superba, GaillardJa. Judah :in''. 6oTpostpaid: Pot plants, red. yellow, pink, *3.00 per 100. BOSTON FERN s1n:.r$..^co:^-'"°^-«^^ Begonias. MowprinK, in v«rifty, 2!4-in-. 3^c. RussellaMultlflora and Ble^cantlsBlma 2H-iD.4c. VInca Malor, strong, Ilirn runiHTs, :2-in., 3o. Ca.sh. A. J. BALDWIN, NEWARK, OHIO. When corrcflponding with adTcrtlter, mentloii the Aubkicar Florist. FOR SALE Four large specimen plants. UTANIA BOR- BONICft, height and sjiread twelvo feet, in 3l>x30.^33-iD.coaiir boxes in pood condition. 10 large gre^n and variegated ALOES. 10 large variegated YUCCAS, Can be sent by freitilit about May 1st. JOHN RALPH, Saratoga Springs, N. Y. MAMERICAN FLORIST Price List of Bound Volumes. N. B. — The volumes commence in August. Vol. I.— 1885-86 $5.00 II.— 1886-87 5.00 III.— 1887-88 3.00 IV.— 1888-89 3.00 v.— 1889-90 3.00 VI.— 1890-91 3.00 VII.— 1891-92 3.00 " VIII— 1892-93 3.50 IX— 1893-9-t 3.50 X.— 1894-95 3.50 XI.— 1895-96 3.50 " XII.— 1896-97 3.50 " XIII.— 1897-98 3.50 " XIV.— 1898-99 3.50 " XV.— 1899-1900 3.50 Full Set 43.50 Twelve volumes, IV toXVinclusive 30.00 Any six of the last ten volumes 17 50 Later volumes, each 3 50 These volumes are all substantially bound In half leather, with gold lettering and mjrbled edges. 4MERIC\N flORIST COMPANY, Xl% Dearborn Street, Chicago. American riorist Ads Alwiiys do bu.sitips, woek days ftnd evory day, Sund&vs and holidays, all over tbu country, at homu and abroad. igo2. The American Florist. ^89 FLORISTS' j^n^ FLOWER SEEDS VSUGHSN'S ASTERS. "THE CARLSON" an iraoroved Pa'ony-Flowered Aster, much liked in the Chicago market. While, pink or lavender, each, trade pkt, 25c, Koz. $1.20. Trade pkt \i oz. oz. BRANCHING OR SEMPLE, White pound, $8.00; 10 25 $.75 Ro'e pink 10 SO 1.00 Lavender, pound, 112.00 10 30 1.00 Red 10 35 1.20 Purple 10 30 1.00 " " Daybreak pink 10 25 .75 " Mixed pound, $6.00 10 20 .50 VAUGHAN'S NEW UPRIGHT WHITE BRANCHING, lb.. $12.ro 10 30 1.00 VAUGHAN'S NEW UPRIGHT PINK BRANCHING, lb.. $12.00 10 30 1.00 QUEEN OF THE MARKET, Whit, i Pink I Scarlet i Each 10 20 .50 " " Light blue 1 " Dark blue J " Mixed 10 15 .50 ALY8SUM, Lllll* G»m, extra fine strain., .pound, $2.50 10 25 g ASPARAGUS PLUMOSUS NANUS. 10) seeds, $1.00; 250 seeds, $2.00; lOOO seeds. $7.5'. SPRCNGERI, 100 seeds, 50c: lOOD seeds, $2.00; BOOO seeds, $8.50. Write for prices on larger lots on above two kinds. TYPE OF THE FLOWER OP VAUGHAN S NEW UPRIGHT BRANCHING A8TFR SWEET PEAS. Our Sweet Pea Seed was raised by the most careful grower and is equal to the best in the country. We invite comparison. Any of the following, per oz„ 5c., except where noted. \i Lb. Lb. Blinohe BurpeB, very large white 10 25 Blanch* Ferry, pink and white 10 25 " " ixtri eirly, 10 days earlier 10 25 CalHomla, very soft "Daybreak" pink 10 30 Captain ot Iha Bluet, purplish mauve 10 30 Csnntau, the New, clear lavender 10 25 Ceuntese of Powit, orange suffused with purple 10 30 Ceuntest of Radnor, delicate lavender 10 25 Earliest ef All,'8 days earlier than Kx. Early Blanche Ferry 15 30 Emily Henderson, white, early and free 10 30 HerMajetty, beautiful rose, large 10 25 Hon. F.Bouverle, standard coral pink, wings slightly lighter 10 30 Katherlne Tracy, soft but brilliant pink 10 Lady Gritel Hamilton, best ot all lavender sorts 15 25 40 3J 5 Lbs. $1.00 100 1.00 1.25 l.OU 1.00 1.50 100 1.10 1.25 1.3i Lady Mary Currie, bright orange pink 10 Mrs. Eckford, delicate primrose yellow 10 30 Navy Blue, a new, deep violet-blue 15 50 Prima Donna, soft pink 10 25 1.10 Prince of Wales, new, bright rose self 15 40 1.65 Sadie Bumee, new white, white-seeded 15 30 " " " " black-seeded 15 30 Salopian, the b»st of all reds 10 25 1.10 VAUGHAN'S FLORISTS' MIXTURE.— This mixture, which is made up by our- selves from separate colors carefully prooortioned, of the best cut- flower sorts and colors, is bound to give satisfaction. % lb., lOc; lb , SCc; 5 lbs. 8125 10 lbs.. $! 25. NEW SWEET PEA-MdNTBLANC— Oz., 15o.; M. lb., 4Cc.; lb , $1 25; 2 lbs., $2.25; 5 lbs., 15 00. BELUS OR DOUBLE DAISY, Vaughsn's Mammoth Mixture, 1-16 oz., 45c; Td. pkt. 25c. White, 1-16 oz., 40c;Td. pkt. 25c. " " " " " Pink, Trade pkt. 25c. CANDYTUFT. New Giant Hyacinth-Flowered. This improved new strain is far superior to Empress. The flower-heads are of immense size, six inches long and about three inches across, resembling a Dutch Hyacinth. They are pure white, and furnish excellent material for cutting. Pound, $2.50; trade pkt., lOc; oz., 30c. Trade pkt. Oz. CENTAUREA Imperialis, mixed, all the following sorts 10 60 Alba, pure white lo 85 " " Armida, lilac lo '• '* Favorita, brilliant rose lO *' " Graziosa, dark lilac lo " " Splerdens, dark purple 10 " " Variabilis, while, fading to rose 10 COB/EA Scandens, purple lb $3.00; 10 DAISY, Burbank's New Shasta Daisy 25 LOBELIA, Crystal Palace Compacta ^s oz., 2.5c.; 15 Bedding Queen M oz., 50c.; 25 Speclosa, dark llowers and foliage; for hanging baskets 10 MAURANDYA, mixed H oz., 30c.; 15 Barclavana, purple 25 "VAUGHAN'S BEST" MIXTURE OF URGE FLOWEHING PETUNIAS. This mixture is made up by ourselves and includes all the best sorts and colors of the Large flowering and Fringed sorts and the unsurpassed Super- bissima varieties with their delicately veined throats in various colors, and their truly mammoth flowers We are Dossitive that no other Petunia Mixture can produce flowers with at wide a range of colors as our Vaughan't Beit. Trade packet, 1000 teedt, SOc; 3 packett lor $1.26. PHLOX DRUMMONDI. Trade Pkt. Grandiflora, Stellata Splendens, white, scarlet, pink, crimson, siriped each % Large Flowering, finest mixed SALVIA Solendens. Clara Bedcian (Bonfire) "Draoplng Splket," one of the best M oz. , 50c ; St. Louit, best of all SMILAX, new crop lb., $3.00 "VAUGHAN'S BEST" MIXTURE OF VERBENAS. This mixture contains ■^ all that is choice and desirable in Verbenas. We feel perfectly safe in stating that this mixture of Verbenas will eclipse every other strain offered by any other house. Oz. $2.00; M Oz., SOc; trade Pkt., 26c. 70 70 70 70 70 25 1.25 1.60 50 1.00 Oz .10 % .60 .10 .60 .25 2.2,=- .15 2.00 .25 .10 .30 MIGNONETTE, TRUE MACHET. NASTURTIUM. Trade 2-ozs., pkt., 75c; ICc; %-oz., H lb., $1.25. "VAUGHAN'S SPECIAL" Mixture Of Tall Natturtiumt MME. GUNTHER'S HYBRIDS, true 10 lbs.. $i.25.. . "VAUGHAN'S SPECIAL" Mixture of Dwarf Natturtiumt 10 .20 25]; oz., SOc; Oz. K-lb. lb. .10 $ .20 $ .70 .10 .20 .60 .70 FOR OTHER FLOWER SBBOS SEE OUR "BOOK FOR FLORISTS." FREE ON APPLICATION. |^~ 10 per cent. Special Cash Discount on orders over S2.00 for Flower Seeds if the cash is enclosed. _^ VAUGHAN'S SEED STORE, NEW YORK, 14 Barclay Street. 84-86 Randolph Street, CHICAGO. GREENHOUSES: WESTERN SPRINGS, ILLINOIS. ,„ AMERICAN FLORIST ADS ALWAYS DO BUSINESS Week days and every day, Sundays and holidays, ALL OVER THE COINTRY^ AT HOME AND ABROAD. ROOTED CUniNGS OUR SPECULTY— Verbenat, all standard named kinds, 60o per 100; JS.UO per 1000. Hallotrape, 14 named varieties. $1 00 per 100; $8.00 per 1000. Petunlat, 24 varieties, $1 25 per ICO. Salvlat, 5 varieties, $1.00 per 100. Ageratumt,5 varie- ties, 60c per 100. lioloui, 34 variedes, Ouc per 100; $5.00 per 1000. Alyttum, 11. UO per 100. Express prepaid on all Rooted Cuttings. Satisfaction guaranteed. Cash with order. Write— S. D. BRANT, CLAY CENTER, KAN. STOCKS. Ten Weeks, out of 2:4- in. $2.fO per 100; $15 per lOCO. Salvias. 2H-lnoh, $2.00 per 100. Giant Alyssum, 2>i(-iQch, $M0 per 100. Sweet Williams, 1 year old plants. 82.00 per lOO- $15. ro per 1000. Forget-Me-Not, 2H-inch, in bloom. $1.50 per 100. Vinca Variegata, rooted cuttings, $1.00 per 100. J. C. SCHMIDT, Bristol, Pa. H^^Iaw I AAm.tf»^ 30 W. 29th Street THE EVERGREEN halaX Leaves TheKervanCo. sphmlstsof N. Y. CITY. 290 The American Florist. Mar. IS, Scrantoo, Pa. WYOMING VALLEY FLOODED. — LARGE GROWEBS SUFFER L0SSE9.-WELL KNOWN PLACES SUBMERGED.— WATERS REACH HIGHEST LEVEL EVER KNOWN. The florists in Wyoming valley in Penn- svlvania have suflered much loss by water during the recent floods. This beantiful valley has been one sheet of water. This historic ground is noted for its level stretches of land, dotted here and there with its little clusters of homes scattered in between the larger cities of Pittston and Wilkeabarre. On a bright, sunny day one can see, glistening like diamonds on the landscape, the various greenhouses, flourishing on the rich soil of the valley. Down upon all this came the waters of the Susquehanna, swollen to many times their natural volume by the tiny cascade, the larger streams and the melting snow and ice, which all along its way had been adding to it, and all this augmented by a severe rain storm. The whirling, rushing waters, with huge cakes of ice, brought destruction with them, as they descended upon the valley. The ice blocked below Wilkesbarre, caus- ing this immense amount of water to spread over all this level ground, reach- ing at some points a width of three miles. The average width of the river is about a quarter of a mile. The height reached was thirty-one feet above low water mark. Of the principal greenhouses In this sec- tion are E. E. Fancourt's, which are situ- ated on a little higher elevation, and so fortunately escaped the spread of the water. B. P. Dorrance was not so for- tunate, as his boilers are on a bank con- siderably below his greenhouses. The water got into these and prevented his firing for three days, and florists know what this means at this time of the year, so near Easter. Mr. Marvin has been the greatest sufierer of these three large places. He is on the opposite side of the river from Fancourt and Dorrance and on lower land. Some of his small houses were covered to the ridge, and, of course all of his benches were covered with water, and the only way of reaching the greenhouses was by boat, as the water was six feet above the level. We under- stand that he is pumping water out of his boiler pit to-day, the water having receded, it being nearly a week since the flood came. Such a misfortune would dishearten most any man, but Mr. Mar- vin, having stemmed the severe stroke of a cyclone some years ago, will ride diffi- culties under his feet and push ahead to greater success. I learn that Davies and Weiss, of Bloomsbnrg, and S. G. Bryfogle, of the same place, were nearly submerged. These severe strokes to florists on the lowlands should be an everlasting lesson to these and all who contemplate build- ing to build their glass castles high enough in the air to be above high water mark. Scrantonian. SHIPPING UBELS :°-' -.Cut Flowers Printed In two colors on gummed Eaper; your card, etc.. In black and mf adopted by the S. ^. P. In red. Very attractive. Price per 500, J2.85; per 1000, (4.ea Send tor samples nconto or nas ieat, postpaid. $1.20. American Florist Co., CHICAGO. ESTABLISHED 1802 'S SEEDS A Few Left Per 100 1000 LILIUM SPECIOSUM MELPOMENE, large size, 9 to ll-inohes $8.50 $80.00 LILIUM AURATUM, large size, 9toll-inches 8.00 75.00 J.M.THORBURN&CO. (Ler 100 lbs. Liberal dis- count on large orders. 100 1000 Asparagus Sprengeri $ .25 $'2.00 Asparaqus Plumosus Nanus 8i 8.00 Latania Borbonica 3,000, $3.C0, .40 2.50 Livislona RolunOilolia 2.r>0 17.00 Livistona Sinensis (due March) 75 6.00 SEND FOR OUR SEED LIST. H. H. BERBER & CO., 47 Barclay St., NEW YORK. 2.5.00 Doz. 100 $ .50 t4.00 .40 .15 .80 .85 .40 .75 .85 1.25 .60 .75 .e5 4.00 6,50 S.OO .5.00 6.00 8.50 3.50 5.00 6.00 8.01) 6.00 Established 1878. P. O. Box 1850. igo2. The American Florist. 291 August Rolker & Sons INIPORTKRS AND BXPORTKRS. Agents for leading European Growers of Nursery and Fruit Stocks, Palms, Azaleas, Bay Trees, Roses, Lilacs, Seeds and Bulbs, Etc. Importers of Raffia, Bermuda, Japan, French, German, Dutch and other Bulbs. NBW YORK, 52 DEY ST. Our business is to save you money by procuring the best obtainable stock at reasonable cost. We do not claim that our prices always look the cheapest, but we do claim to q,ive. you your money's worth every time. Wrice for our quotations before buying next season's wants. Catalogues mailed to the trade only. Betscher's SPECIALTIES. Slidiolui Augusta, very white, nearly pare. Per 100 1000 best florists' $5.00 J40.00 Brtnchleyentit, brilliant scarlet 6.00 Gfoffs Hybrids, an exceptionally select stock o£ this new strain 2.50 20.00 Bulblets,;5 bushels. 330,000 small bulbs, special prices Pseriess Strain, an exceptionally flne strain of selected stock embracing every type 3.00 20 00 Prgmier Strain, a very good strain, full of !0 percent light shades 1.00 600 Clilldsli Strain, select stock 3 00 20 00 Lamoinai Strain, select stock 2 00 15.00 seedlings l.to 10.(XI Extra white and light, white and light reds, pinks, various species Cannas, Black Beauty, Kate Gray, Luray, Inglewood, Marlborough. Trianwria. etc., etc.. JIO.W) per 1000 and up. Write for list Daiillas, Win. Agnew, Bruton, Snow Clad, Queen Victoria, etc ,^.0O G. D. Alexis, A. D. Llvoni, etc 8.00 MadairaViots l.EO loou Oxalis, named sorts l.(X> Geraniums, J. A. Doyle, Salleroi, Hapoy 'Iboughc, J. M. Oaar, Mme. Jaulin, etc. , !!-in. stock 20.00 Begonias, flowering sorts 30.00 Haageana, very fine 40.00 Asparagus, P. Nanus, flne, 2-in 30.00 Smiiaz, big stock, 2-in 12.50 Fuclisias, Petunias, etc., 2-in 20.00 Special oiler, lOO bushels Gladiolus Bulbluts, 1,000,000 small planting bulbs. Write for prices. C. BETSCHER, SPECIAL OFFER. Cfirsnilimo ^^^- Gen. Grant, Bruanti, Alphonse UBIdlllUInd Biccard, J. J. Harrison, Mme. Tbi- baut, Beaute Poittvine, Mme. Jaulin, Gloire de France, Frances Perkins, La Favorite, S. A. Nutt, etc.; labeled, stroop, well-grown plants. from "ZVz- In. pots. 8^00 ].er 100; $35.t6 per 1000. Mixed, mv selection, $2.50 per 100; $20.00 per 1000. pAMMAA I^ormant Roots, 3-3 eyes; Chas. Hender- UollllOo son, i.'hicuso, Papa Canna. Queen Char- lotte, Florence Vaughan, $2.00 per lOu; $15.C0 per 1000. Mixed, all colors, $1.50 per luO; -■? lO.Ou perllOO. Cyclamen Persicum Splendens Giganteum Finest strain in the world, in four true colors, now ready, transplanted from flats (seedlings), $3.00 per 100; $.'5.C0 per 1000. Chinese Primroses wU's' fn°"burS.d bloom, from 3-in. pots, to close out, $2.60 per ICO. ~ " ~ In good mixture only, from 214- in. pots, $4.00 per 100. PAUL MADER, East Stroudsburg, Pa. Please mention the A merzca n FloriU wfien writing Begonia Rex tcaflct iK ^""^ 1 %^ ^^^~-'^ f\ '■' 1 Glads" TRADE \ , MARK PARK BELLE GLADIOLUS INTRODICTION OrfER, $1.00 Each, One-third Discount. to DA.'K'S QSiXJ^. The PARK BELLE is a pure illuminated pink, coming exactly true. 'Stem very strong. Only bed- der; Extra good for cut flower work; spike full— 2)4 feet — does not blow down. Flowers 2H inches, double row; shows full. Send for illustration. Honorable mention at Buffalo S. A. F. Diploma at Pan-American. Our Leaflet Parl< (Florists') Mixture. $10.00 per 1,000 No. 1 Bulbs. 26 per cent discounL This offer is made to florists for trial and only 1,000 can be allowed on any order. Cash with order at above rates. Mictiigan Seed Co,. South Haven, Micli. Before placing your Order for Fall Bulbs, write us for Prices. WALTER MOTT SEED & BULB CO. 108-110 E. SECOND ST., JAMESTOWN. N. Y. NEW LATE CABBAGE "HOUSER." Ttie largest Hara-heading, fine Grained, Smallest Hearted, Distinct Round, Late Cabbage Jcnown. Girdeners will do well to give it a trial. Mr. J. M. Lupton, the noted cabbage specialist says: It is entirely distinct and keeps over the winter better than any other kind. Pacltet, tOc; Oz., 50c; 1-4 Pound, $1.50; Pound, $5.60, postpaid. Catalogue free for asking. H. L. HOLMES, Seedsman. HARRiSBURG, PA. If You Have Stock To Sell... the best w«j to m«ke that tact known to the trade li b j regular adyertlilng In ^^^^^^^ ...The American Florist. 292 The American Florist. Mar. 75, Grafted Roses Extra Selected No. i Stock $15 per 100; $i3o per 1000. BRIDES, BRIDESMAIDS, KAISERINS and CARNOTS. W. H. ELLIOTT, BRIGHTON, MASS. CARNATIONS. Rooted Cuttings for latter March and April delivery. 100 luoo QUEEN LOUISE S4.00 $35.00 CORNA 500 40.00 G.H.CRANE 1.50 12.00 ESTELLE 5.00 ROOSEVELT 6.00 MORNING GLORY 2.00 15 00 ETHELCROCKER 1.25 10.00 GENEVIEVE LORD 1.00 7.50 DOROTHY 500 40.C0 PROSPERITY 400 30.00 CRICSSBROOK 10.00 75.00 GERANIUMS. Rooted Cuttings, March and April delivery. A Beneral assortment, standard antl fancy sorts, single and double, all of them good. My selec- tion of varieties, all correctly liibeled at $1.50 per 100; $12.50 per 1000. Jean Viaud. (rooted cuttings,) $3.00 per 100. M. de Castelaine, (rooted cuttings,) $5.00 per 100. BONE MEAL. The very best brand in the market for lloriats' use, give me a trial order. 203 lb. bag, $3 50; per ton, $32 50. A little higher in price than some, a "Teat deal better in results. ALBERT M.HERR. LANCASTER PA. CHRYSANTHEMUMS l\T strong plants, 2;i-in. i)ots, $3.00 ]ier 100: $!.'S.00 per lOOO, of White Itonnaffon, ('h:idwicb. < 'nilds, Rii-man. At $2.00 per 100; $15.00 per 100', .Ma.M.r Itonnaflon, Yello\v .Jones, I'errin, Ivor/, .lerorne Jones, Robinson, Lager, Maud lican. from 2V4-io. pots, Jlridesmaid, $2.60 per ICO; $-22.B0 per lOOO. liride, $3.50 jut 100; $2^.50 per 1000. Cash with order. PAUL FISCHEfl, Wood Rldgi, Birgin County, N. J. Alternantheras I rr " strong rooted cuttings, CO ctH per 100, or W4.00 per 1000. DAVIS BROS . MORRISON, ILL. PUase mertwn the American Florist when wtiltng. a»BW5iw^Ki»^a5a»a«awai ^arnation Cuttings Well rooted, from clean, healthy stock, cool grown. Per 100 l>er 1000 $50.00 45.00 40.00 ROOSEVELT $8.00 PROSPERITY 5.00 NORWAY 4.50 LAWSON 4.00 35.00 LORNA 3.60 30.00 EGYPT 3.00 25.00 MORNING GLORY 2.50 20.00 WE SOLICIT YOUR ORDERS AND Per too Per 1000 CRANE $3.00 J17.B0 GENEVIEVE LORD 1.50 12.50 WHITE CLOUD 1.50 12.50 TRIUMPH 1.60 12.60 MME. CHAPMAN 1.26 10.00 FLORA HILL 1.25 10.00 PERU 1.25 10.00 WILL GUARANTEE SATISFACTION, GRAND RAPIDS VIOLET CO., Grand Rapids, Mich. KSSB^^iSeraHSSSB WELL GROWN ROSES. Beautiful Young Stock, break- ing at every eye. Will make Large Plants Early. Per 100 Per 1000 BRIDESMAIDS, BRIDES, 2x3 ros.- pots $2.50 $22.60 BRIDESMAIDS, BRIDES, Hooted Cuttings 1.50 12.00 METEORS. GOLDEN GATES, Rooted Cuttings l.BO 12.00 I'ERLES, KAISERINS, Rooled Cuttings 2.00 16.00 ALL SELECT TWO-EYE CUTTINGS. CARNATIONS. W. H. GULLETT & SONS, Marc|ui8, 1'nini', .Toost, Jubilue, Flora Hill, A.rmuzindy, |1.' lOO: Soott, $1.00. Write for price on large ordiTS. Lincoln, III. CARNATIONS •'°°™ Froni c'eun, healthy stook Per lnO The Marquis $2.50 Mrs. P. .loost 3.00 America 2.00 .Jubilee 2.00 Meieor 2.00 Hill 2.00 i;. (Jroc-.k.'.r L.'jO Shamrock Rooted Cuttings, t2.00 )>it 100 imstpnid K\ prcsa paid cm all orders aiiiouulini; to 300 cut - tings and over. LLEWELLYN, Florist, Olean, N. Y. CUTTINGS. No stem rot Per 100 C. A.Dana $1.50 Victor 1 60 G. Lord 1.60 Morello 1.60 L. McGowan 1..W I'^isher l..^• Wm. ScotI 1.60 AC Cnnil '^^ I'.astcr is over vou will begin to HO OUUII tliink of Hoses. \Ve liave 40000 to .'lO.OOO in 2 \ 2H, 'iVt \ 3 and 3-ln. We believe In stiiriiug Young Hoses often. .\11 stock uttered in 2^-in. I'Ots has bF«n stiifted from 2-in. and is equal to most stock advertised as 3 in., and when we senil it out is well est:ibll.slied. Meteord, Miilds, Krldes, ISeries, La I*'rance, W'ool.tons, I'rea. Cirnot.. Itelle Siebreotit Kulaerin, Golden Gate, Libeily and Am. Ileautles, are the varieties we grow. S'^nd $1.00 for Baniples of \ariotiea you want and write GEO. A. KUHL, Pekin, ill. igo2. The American Florist. 293 IMPORTED BULBS for Florists' Forcing for the Coming Season. Oar arrangements for higli grade bulbs of Lilium Harrisii, French Romans, Paper White Qrandifiora, Callas, Japan Longi= florum, London Market Valley, and picked bulbs of all Dutch Hyacinths, Tulips, Nar= cissus and Spiraea are unexcelled. Bulbs secured from us will be subject to careful inspection and approval on arrival, and if in any way unsatisfactory, will be made good at once. By combining your order for a full line of this stock with us, you get each in season and all at the closest cost for high grade stock. Economy in carload freight shipments and large importa- tions supply half our profits. Write for Prices before closing any forcing stock orders. Vaughan's Seed Store, 84^86 Ll^p^k NEW YORK: 14 Barclay St. =SEED PACKETS LITHOGRAPHED ^^^IN COLORS We carry in stock eight hundred varieties of Flower and Vegetable Designs for Seed Packets, and issue a catalogue in colors. BRETT LITHOGRAPHING CO. Art Lithographers. Establislied 1844. 409=411=413 Pearl Street, NEW YORK, U. S. A. 294 The American Florist. Mar. /J, Lenoz, Mass. HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY HOLDS INTER- ESTING MEETING. — FINE DISPLAY OF CAR- NATIONS.— OTHER GOOD EXHIBITS. The March meeting of the Lenox Horti- cultural Society was well attended. A very successtul exhibition of carnations was held, White Cloud, G. H. Crane and Marquis being exceptionally fine in the competitive classes. New varieties staged in splendid condition from C. W. Ward, Queens, were Golden Beauty, Harry Fenn and J. H. Manley. From Peter Fisher, Ellis, Mass., came a grand vase of the new white, Governor Wolcott. A very fine collection of hybrid roses was shown by Mr. Lund berg, who also staged two fine plants of cuphea. Another interest- ing exhibit was six vases of Gerbera Jamesoni, shown by F. Brunton, Stock- bridge, for Mr. Herrington, of Madison, N. y. A magniBcent bunch of 300 Princess of Wales violets from J. Dallas was greatly admired. Following is the list of awards: Carnations, White Cloud, Marquis and G. H. Crane, first, J. W. Ferguson. First-class certificate to Peter Fisher for Governor Wolcott. Diploma to C. W. Ward for Golden Beauty, J. H. Manley. and a vote of thanks for Harry Fenn. Vote o{ thanks to J. Dallas for Mrs. G. M. Bradt, Ethel Crocker, Chicago and New York. Vote of thanks to Mr. Philcocks for Goodenongh and Lily Dean. Vote of thanks to Mr. Loveless for Prosperity. Diploma to A. Herring- ton for Gerbera Jamesoni. Diploma to Mr. Lundbergforcollectionof cut blooms of hybrid roses, and vote of thanks for Cuphea hyssopifolia. Vote of thanks to J. Dallas for violets. The society heard with regret that Mr. Herrington, who had arranged to deliver an illustrated lecture on hardy flowers, was prevented from doing so by sick- ness. F. H. Mobile, Ala. — A recent pretty wed- ding here was that of Miss Corinne, daughter of Col. Franklin P. Davis, and Wallace Fraser, of Brimingham. The home of the bride was handsomely deco- rated for the event. Golden Gate roses being the principal flower used. FANCY OH CC^MO *1.S« DAGGER ~CmMO PER 1000 GALAX, green or bronze, 75c per 1000. Laurel festooning, 4c, 5c and 6c per yd. Once used, ~ ~ r always used for decorating. L SPHAGNUM MOSS, etc. CROWL PBRN CO., Telegraph Office New Salem, Ma P. O. MllllagtoD, Mu5. DCUCUDCD yo" <^''° get our standard Brands nCnlLinDLn of Wild Smilax and other Greens froin such people as i. B. Oumud, Chicago. H. Bayartderlar C Co., Phlla. L. J. Krathovar, N. Y. City. Vail Saad Co., Indlanapalls. Ed. Raid, Phlladalphla. J. M. McCullough'a Sons, Cincinnati, 0. Michigan Cut Flowar Exohanga, Datrolt, MIoh. or direct from us. A Full Supflt Constantly on Hand. Caldwell The Woodsman Co., Evergreen, Ala. Galax Leaves,Etc. Choice Bronze and Green, medium flize % .50 Cholc« Bronze and Green, large size 65 Choice Leucothoe Sprays 3.00 Choice Fancy and Dagger Ferns 76 Choice KhfirJodendron Leaves 50 Ehodoilendron Leaves for ffBtoouiugs,60c per 1000 Largest dealer on earth. Cash with first order. L J. N. PRITCHARD, ELK PARK, N. C. GLADIOLUS BLLBS Forcing or Garden. Nothing better for the monev. Young, vigorous 2-year- old American Hybrids, light colors, $10.00 per 1000. FORCING GLADIOLUS MAY A fine light variety— nothing ballar— :an be used ia design work, $1 50 p:r 100; $12.00 per lOOO. 3,000 Mixed Iris Ksmpferl, $25.00 per 1,000. We can load a car of Sir Walter Raleigh and Rural New Yorker Seed Potatoet. Pine smooth stock. Write for prices. WE ARE GROWERS. CUSHMAN GLADIOLUS CO., Sylvania, Ohio. 200,000 EVERGREEN and SHADE TREES Oriental Planes, PIN Slljar Maples Oaks Norway, Sycamore, Silver (or Soft) and other Maples, etc. MAGNOLIAS and other Ornamental Nursery Stock. NEW SHELLBARK New C.italotiue, Nfw Prices. CHAS California Privet, standards, hedge plants and specimens, the largest size of the latter for sale in America. "HORNOR'S SPECIAL." B. HORNOR £ SON, MT. HOLLY, N. J, Clematis. strong field-grown, 2 and 3 year plants of following kinds, 25c and 30c each; |3.00 and |4.00 per dozen. JackmanI, Henryi, Star of India. Superba, Duchess, Gipsy, lawsoniana, Kermesina, and otiiers. HD Dn^EQ from 4-inch pots, own roots, ■ \t nilOCO $1.U0doz.;$1Uper1tj0:l2kinds. Dinsmore, Mme. Masson, Paul Neyron, Malmaison, A. Mouton, La France, B;lle Normande, Victor Verdier, Gen. Jacq., Emp. of India, Hermosa, Mont Carmel. Queens Scarlet, best bedder, fS.OO per lOO. PAFHNIA^ Choice named collection. rnLUilinOi Distinct named kinds and colors. $1.50 per doz ; $10 per ICO. F. A. BALLER, Bloomington, III. Clematis 3ir4-in. pots. Strong plants ready for repotting, $7.00 per 100; $65.0.J per 1000. Jackmani, Henryi, Duchess of Eilinburgli (double white). Ramona, Lawsoniana. Baronne Vcillanl (pinl^). Also strong;, field grown plants of all above sons, except llenrvi, $17.00 per 100. CHARLES LITTLE, '°° "Torh'e^y^.e^V;.. v. Ask for our SPRING TRADE LIST Of WOODY and HERBACEOUS PLANTS We mal4-in W.OO ASPARAGUS SPRENGERI, strong, 2V4-in. .. . 2 00 ASPARAGUS SPRENGERI, strong. 3-in 3.00 SPIRAEAS, Nana Compacta. Astilboides, Flurihunda and Japonica at 3.60 AZALFA MOLLIS, ane for Esster 36.00 TUBEROUS ROOTED BEGONIAS, single. separate colors 3.00 TUBEROUS ROOTED BEGONIAS, double. separate colors ft. 00 GLOXINIAS 4.00 IMStorrsA Harrison Co. PAINESVILLE, OHIO. 9 ROOTED CUTTING LIST NOW Marguerites $ .75 Heliotrope, 4 varieties 60 English Ivy 2.00 Pyrethrum, double white 1.00 Achyranthes, 4 varieties 1.00 Salvia, 4 varieties 60 Ageratum, 6 varieties 60 Alternanthera, 4 varieties 75 Fuchsias, 3 varieties 1.25 Abutilons, 12 varieties 2.00 Coleus, 75 varieties, named 75 *' not named 60 " Verschaffeltii, red 60 golden 60 READY POR Per 100 Per 1000 $ 6.00 6.0O 18.00 8.00 8.00 5,50 5.0O 600 10.00 18.00 6.00 5.00 4.50 4.50 Coleus SHIPMENT. Per 100 Per 1000 Golden Bedder 60 4.50 Brilliancy 8 00 Rnctnn FprnC strong, bushy, well grown DUMUII I CI US stock for immediate ship- ment. Per 100 Per 1000 2X-inchpot3 12.50 122.00 2H-inoh pots 3.00 28.00 3 -inch pots 6.00 55.00 PTERIS TREMULA, 2M-inch pots, per 100, 12.00: 2V4-in. pots, per 100, $3.00; 3-in. pots, per 100, tS. For list of varieties see Amebican Florist ot Nov. 9. If wanted by mail add 15o per 100. Sam- ples by mail 25c. PHDVCJiMTHFMIIMC ^^- "■ Lincoln. Jerome .Tones, Golden Wedding. Philadelphia, Ivory, vllKIOrtll I IH-ITIUI»I3 Thornden. Pros. Smith, Minnie Wanamaker, Louis IJoehmer, Maud Dean. Viviand-Morel, Bajor Bonnaffou, G. W, Childs. Eooted oQttings, grand alull, $1.55 per 100; $10.00 per 1000. ^^AU the above sold on the positive guarantee of their being first-class, if not, your money at once refunded, JOHI\l IRVINE & $OI\l$, Bay City, Mich. i A Discount of 10 'o on Wittboldii Ferns I FOR 30 DAYS ONLY. 2>^-incli, $5.00; 3-incl], $8.00; 4-mch, $12.00; 5-incli, $20.00 per 100, Bench plants, $3.00 per 100. Good for lo-inch pots, 50 cts. each. THESE ARE JUST WHAT YOU WANT FOR EASTER. A. J. BALDWIN, Newark, Ohio. CASH PLEASR. A SPECIALTY Boston Ferns for Easter, _ . $50. $25 and $20 per 100. Excellent Kentias, 6in., 3 ft., $1.00 each. Asp. Plum. Nanus, 4-jo., $J 25 per doz. R. C. Coleus, mixed, 50c per JOO; Ver. and G. B , 75c. per JOD. I. It. FOSTER, 45 King St., Dorchester, Mass. f^ease mention t/te American Florist when wriUng. Geraniums Red, white, pink, salmon, rose, ivy and pelarf^oniums, in 2Vi and 3.in., ready for shift; write GEO. A. KUHL, Pekin, III. JPItoie mtHft'on the American Florisl whin writtng, Ip6S. The American Florist. 297 Cannas! Cannas! Cannas! We Offer all fhe Standard Sorts Fine Growing Plants in pots at 50c per Doz.; $4 per 100. %:ll' ik Doz. Geraniums, all the leading varieties of double and single flowers, 3i4-in. .50 Grevitlea Robusta. line basKet and vase plants, 2^-inch pots 30 Hibiscus. 12 leading sorts 50 Hardy Shrubs. Weigelias, Spirieas, Snowballs, Hydrangeas, Calycanthus, Lilacs, .Mtb^as, Deutzias, Pyrus, field-grown plants 75 Lantanas. best bedding, dwarf kinds 50 Ponderosa Lemon is a grand pot plant and the largest of all lemons 2H- inch pots 60 " 3-inch pots, 10 to 12 inches high 1.25 " 4-inch pots, 12 tol5 inches high 1.75 " 5-inoh pots, 16 to 20 inches high 2.25 " 8-inch pots, 2J4 to 3 feet 75c each. 6.00 Moon Flowers, Order these now, as you always need them later .ind cannot get them 50 Marguerite Daisies, best sorts, white aod yellow, 2Vi-inch pots 50 Primula Forbesi, (Baby Primrose) fine 2^-inch pots 40 Roses. We have an immense stock of three million plants, all the standard varieties. Teas and Hybrid Teas, 214-iuch pots 50 Hybrid Perpetuals. standard sorts, 2^-inch pots 50 New Fancy Rose, Helen Gould, (Balduin) we have a grand lot of this fine rose, 2^- inch pots 75 Swainsonia, white and pink. 2!4-inch pots 5 J Violets, standard sorts, double white and purple and single purple, 2^-in. pots 40 The GOOD & REESE CO., Springfield, Ohio. THE LARGEST ROSE GROWERS IN THE WORLD. ICO 3.C0 2.00 300 ICOO 25.00 17 50 27.50 .5.00 3.00 25 CO 5.00 40.00 3.00 3.00 2.50 2.5.00 20.00 3.00 3..50 25.00 30.00 5.00 3.00 45.0D 8.5.00 3.00 25.00 Azaleas in bud for Easter, 9 to 12 in. Doz. in diameter $3.50 Azalea Mollis. 15 to 3i buds 2 50 Ampelopsis Veitchii, field-grown, 5 ft. long 1.50 Alyssum, Giant (lowpring, 2^-inoh pots .30 Araucaria Excelsa, 3 tiers, 12 in. high, 6O0 each 5.00 Araucaria Excelsa, 4 tiers, 16 in. high, 750 each 7.50 Araucaria Excelsa, 5 tiers, 20 in. high, $1.00 each 9.50 Asoaragus Sorengeri, 3!4-in.. fine plants .50 Asparagus Plumosus, extra fine 50 Browallia Gigantea, fine for bedding, baskets and vases, 2»4-inch 50 Begonia Rex, 25 Ifading sorts, 2Vi-in. .50 Clematis, large flowering Jackmani and other strong 2-year old 3.50 Cyclamen Persicum Giganteum, fine 3Mi inch stock 50 Chrysanthemums, all the best varieties, 3>4-inch pots 40 Cycas Revoluta, fine plants, 6 to 8 leaves, $1.50 each. Cycas Revoluta, fins plants, 10 to 13 leaves. $2.25 each. Coleus, all the leading sorts, best bed- ders, 2!4-inoh pots 30 Carnations, a choice assortment, 2H-in. .50 Caladium Esculentum, fine bulbs, 3 in. diameter .50 Caladium Esculentum, strong bulbs, 4 to 5 inches m diameter 1.00 Caladiums, Fancy, the best you have ever seen in 10 Iwst sorts 1.25 Cyperus Alternifolius,(Dmbrella Plant) 2^-inch pots 35 Camellias, fine plants, 18 inches high, all leading sorts 5.00 Camellias, fine plants, 24 inches high.. 6.50 Boston Ferns, fine 2Vi-inch stock .50 Fuchsias, a ^rand collection, both double and single varieties 50 100 1000 $ 2.50 $22.50 3.00 27.50 3.00 4.00 25.00 3.00 25.00 2.50 20.00 2.00 3.00 18.00 27.00 4.00 6.50 9.00 2.50 20.00 40.00 60.00 3.50 22.50 3.00 33.00 ROOTED CUTTINGS Estelle, $3.00; L«wson, $».C0; Marquis and Elm City, $2.00; Crocker and Lord, $1.00 per 100. Other varieties 00 application. Genistas, bushy plants for Easter, 6-in. pots, $4.50 per doz. DAITA B. HEBBOSr, OLEAN', N. Y. • •• L-lLlL^C^ ••• Will probably be scarce with vou and you will want some fine BOSTON FERNS for Decorative Plants. Write GEO. A. KUHL. PEKIN^ ILL.. tor them in 5, 6 and 7-in., also Specimen Plants in 8 and 10-ln. Pansy and Vegetable Plants. Cabbage, Lettuce and Pansy plants ready after April 1. Tomato, Pepper, Celery and Cauliflower ready May 1. These are stocky transplanted plants from best seed obtainable; hardened off in cold frames. For prices write FRANK SHEARER & SON., Gardeners, BINCHAMTON, N. Y. 298 The American Florist. Mar. i£. Richmond, Ind, HILL PLACE IN FINE SHAPE AND BVEEY- ONB BUSY. — BIG SEASON IN ALL LINES. — GRAVES HAS SPLENDID CARNATIONS. Things seldom looked better at E. G. Hill's, nor have they enjoyed a heavier trade in years. The demand for carna- tion cuttings has been unprecedented, such varieties as Dorothy, Glacier, Avon- dale, Lawson, Loma and Estelle having been distributed in great quantities. Caliiornia draws heavily for these favor- ites and even England ii awakening to the fact that the American carnation is without a peer. The center of attraction to the visitor just now is Adonis. To speak of its merits would be simply a repetition of what has been written about it time and again. Nelson and Cressbrook are two pinks which have come to stay, although Dorothy and Lawson still hold their own. Chrysan- themum plants are selling well, the best varieties of recent introduction being much in demand. Timothy Eaton seems to be the universal favorite, while Col. Appleton beads the list of yellows. Ger- aniums, as usual, are being shipped in large quantities and the new ones, some of which bid fair to become stand- ards, are equally in demand. Two addi- tional houses of large size will be built in the early spring. A call at the Graves place proved more than of passing interest. There I saw Dorothy in all its glory, both quantity and quality. White Cloud is grown to perfection and America could not possi- bly be improved upon. President McKInl.-y, the new carnation for 1903, fully deserves the illustrious name. It is an ideal flower, possessing all the merits required by the average grower. Chessman & Shepman have things in fine condition, both roses and carnations promising to come in heavy crop for Easter They report a good business all along the line. News. New Ca&tle, lod. NEWS OF ANOTHER ROSE PRODUCING ESTAB- LISHMENT.—DITMAN TO BUILD. The Courier of March 6 publishes the following: "William Ditman has severed his connection with the South Park Floral Company and will go into busi- ness for himself. Tuesday he purchased ■ii lots in South Park upon which he will erect his range. The lots are well located. One fronts on Four- teenth street, two on South Park avenue and three on Fair street. Mr. Ditman will build two houses at first. They will be 200 feet long and he will devote them to the culture of roses. 'Billy' will undoubtedly meet with much success in his new venture as he is one of the best florists in the business. He has a thor- ough knowledge ot the business and will produce some prizewinners." Chrysanthemums Klne stock ot all the l.est commercial varietlei, atronc rooted cuttioES now readj. Monrovia, Kobt Ilelliday, 4o.: Tiinoihy Eaton, 3o;(iolden Beuuty, Nftllle Pockett. l>«veDiler Queen, Coloni-l Apiileion, Feeilu fJhampsaur, tsiipcrl.a. 2c.; Whlli- Uonnallon, .1. K. Shmv, October Sunshine F. H lla.ves, Mrs. 10. I). Smith, l^o ; .Major Honnafroii white anil olnk Clorv of Pacitlc, Evangeline. Golden WedilinR. Mrs. .Munlock, Wiilleroo. Helen Bloodgood, Adula, etc., Ic. 60J in 10 to 20 vari- eties, my selection.. ^lO.OO. Fine 2!.(-lnch plants of nil above varieties at double price of rooteil cuttings, rush with order. Gunnar Teilmann, Marion, Ind, Asparagus Sprengeri. \\ c have a Bne lot of strong plants which h;ive been grown cool and drv. Thesi- are now startine into active Rrowih and can be divided to make 4 to 6 plants. Such divided plants are stron-sr and more satisfactory than seedlings. ^1,00 to .-fS.OO per 100, according to size. CINERARIAS. iToiii the best strains. A\ ell shaped plants in bud iind bloom for Easter Sales. From 4-in. pots i<8.00 per 100; 5-in. pots, IIOOO per lOJ. Nephrolepis Gordata Gompacta and Nephrolepis Cordifolia. This is eiceplionally strong 3-in. pot sMck and a lurgain. *4.05 per lUO BEGONIA REX. The best standard varieties, ^5.00 per 103. NATHAN SMITH & SON. Adrian, Mich. Per 100 Ageratum Princess Pauline $2.50 Alyssum, double and 'J'om Thumb 2.50 " variega'ed 3.00 Alternanthera.two varieties 3.00 Begonias in variety 4.00 Ch rysanthemums, fine sorts 3.0D L'oleus, 20 sorts 2.50 Rooted I uttings, 16.00 per 1000 .... \.oa i-'entaureaGymnocarpa 2.50 Feverfew Little Gem 2.50 Geraniums, leading sorts, splendid stock, $25 00 per 1000 3.O0 3-inch 5.00 " 4- inch 10.00 Geraniums, Rose and Jlount of Snow 3.00 Ivv Leaf, Souv. de C'has. Turner 3.00 " Bronze 4.00 " Mme. Pollock 60O " Happy Thought 5.00 Heliotrope 300 Hydrangea Hortensis, extra strong, 4-inoh ..! 15.00 , ^ ■' '■ " •■ 3-ineh... 10.00 Lobelia 3 50 Lemon Verbenas 4 co Marguerites, yellow and white 3.0O -Moon Vines (white) 4 00 Nerium, double pink and white 3^00 Pelargonium, Victor 5.00 " Mme. Thlbaut 8.00 Pansies, from finest seed, J20.00 per lOCO 2.50 Ivy, German 2.6O •■ English strong 4.00 Dracffina Indivisa, B-in., $3.00 per doz.: 6 in.. $4.00 per doz Vinca Jlajor 3.00 Verbenas, very flne 2.50 rooted cuttings, $5.01) per 1000..... .75 E.\tra large stojky plants, some showing buds, of Odier, Cassier, Bugnot and Irnn.irdraii, Mi.\ture, $)..50 jier 1000 nARNATlflN^ Rooted Cuttings, clean. Unniini lUnOi heaUliy stock and well- rooted, of Law.son, $2.75 per 100; $».C0 iier 1000. PANSIES. Bradt Per 100 SI. 85 Jubilee.... " l.io Hill " no Meteor.... " 1.10 Egypt .... " 2.B0 GERANIUMS, SKi-in , bedders, t'.rM per lOO Maceo.. Scott Crocker. . Marquis . ter 100 $1.75 .75 1.25 1.25 in 7.5 varieties, all $3.00 per 100. good Ivy Geranium, 2^-in.. named varieties, $3.50 per 100 Sweet Aly^s^lnl, Ubl, 2H-in., $?.00 per lOO ALTERNANTHERAS, 60c per 103, $5.03 per 1000. Daisy Etoiled'.Or (ni-w), $3.00 per 100. Agathina Codestis (Blue Daisy), $3.C0 per lOO. PELARGONIUMS, in 20 diifurent colors, 2!/n-in $3.00 per 100, 3 in., $5.00 per 100; 4-in., $12.00 per 100. Fred Dnrner, ever blooming, 2V4-in., $10.00 per 100. BEGONIA, New Double Sempirllorens, Boule dc Nei^e, Gloiic du Moutet, Triomphe de Lorraine, Emile Galli and others, 2H-in , $4.00 per 100 These Prices caned all others made. HENRY ERNST &. SON, Washington, Mo. Latania Borbonica We have an extra fine stock of tliij valuable Pa'm to offer from 3-in. pots, showing one character leaf, at $4,00 per JOO. This is a bargain. Also a fine lot of Cannas. Write for prices. .^ o» ^ W. W. COLES, Kokomo, Ind. Pteaie mention the American Florist when writing. Princess of Wales VIOLET. The most popular variety in this section and the most profit- able. I have grown this variety in quantity for the last four years and I find it sells better than any other variety, double or single, and for better prices. I have the largest and finest stock in the country, and I am now booking orders for Strong Young Plants, April and May delivery at $2.00 per lOO; $15.00 per i.ooo; 500 at 1,000 rates. WILLIAM Sm, Cliftondale, Mass. Pot Plants AND CUTTINGS. Per 100 400 Hydrangeas 3V4-iii. pots, vari- eties, Thos. Hogg and Otaksa ... .$5.00 ClirysanthemumB, 2in. pot», early, midsummer and late varieties, per 1000, .$15.00 2.00 Double Petunias, strong, 3 in. pot plants, $.'i.00 per 100; 2-in 2.00 Rooted Cutting.o, varieties. Pink Beauty, large double white, and a few other fine sorts 1.00 Alternantheras, four varieties; per 1000, ,$4- 00 50 Cash. C. G. NANZ. I0D7 WALNUT ST. OWENSBORD, KY. igo2. The American Florist. 290 SIEBRECHT (/SON'S SPECIAL OFFER OF PLANTS FOR MARCH AND APRIL . . . Largest and grandest stock in the country. Home Grown and Not Imported. Compare our stock before ordering. If you can- not visit our nurseries, send a sample order, and we know you will place your entire order with us. Also remember we are Head= quarters for Bay Trees, Box Trees, Aucubas and Large Specimens. EVERGREENS OUR SPRING AND SUMMER CATALOGUE ARECA LITESCENS (Bushy and Compact). 2-inL-li pot, 1 Plant, 6 to 8 inches high $ 5.0U per 100 3 •' •' 2 Plants, 12 to 15 " " . . . 9.00 4 " "3 '• 15 to 18 " " 23.50 5 ■' "3 " 18 to 24 " " 7.5.00 6 '■ •■ 3 " 20 to 30 " " 90.00 7 " "3 " 30 to 36 " " 18.00 dozen 8 " "3 " 3 feet, strong 2.25 each Specimen Plants, 8 and 9-ineh pots, extra strong and bushy, $3.50 to 17.50 each. KENTIA BELMOREANA (Queen of Palms). 2.}-inch pots 10 to 12 inches high. For grow- ing on and Fern Dish Centers $10.00 per 100 3-inch pots 10 to IH inches high 4 " •' ]6tol8 " " 5 " " 20 to 24 •' " 5 " '■ 24 to 26 " " 6 " " 26 to 28 '■ " 6 " '■ 28 to 30 " " 7 " " 30 to 33 " " 7 " " 34to36 '• " 8 " " 36 to 38 " " 8 to 9-ineh pots heavy and very fine. . .$5.00 to 7.50 Large specimens. Price on application. We can supply to 22 feet high. KENTIA BELMOREANA (Bush Plants). 4-iuch pot, :! to 5 in pot, 15 to 18 inches high . . .$ 9.00 dozen 5 ' '■ 18 to 20 " '• .... 12.00 •' 7 ' ■• 24 to 30 " " .... 2.50 each 18.00 32.50 '■ •■ 9.00 per dozen 12.00 " '■ 14.00 '• " 16.00 " 1.80 each 2.25 " 3.75 " KENTIA FORSTERIANA. 3-inch pots, 5 to 6 leaves, 12 to 15 inches high. 5 to 6 5 to 6 5 to 6 6 6 to 7 0 to 7 16 to 18 20 to 23 24 to 30 32 to 38 36 to 40 43 to 48 .$2.30 dozen . 4.25 " . 6.00 '■ . 9.00 " . 1.40 each . 3,00 ■' . 3.80 " READY. KENTIA WENDLANDIANA. 4-inch pots, strong, 15 to 18 inches high $ 6.00 per dozen 5 ■• '• •' ' 18 to 20 " •' 10.00 BOIGAINVILL/EA SPECTABILIS. The large flowering variety. Strong plants from 3J-inch pots $3.00 per dozen CARYOTA LRENS. 2i-inch pot, grand stock $7.00 per 100 LIVISTONA ROTINDIFOLIA. Miniature Fan Palm. 8-inch pots, fine stock $15.00 per 100 5 " " " " strong 6.00 dozen 1.00 each Large Specimens, $1.50 to $3.50 each. LATANIA BORBONICA (Fan Palm). 4-inch pots, 12 to 15 inches high $25.00 per 100 5 " " 15 to 18 " " 35.00 6 '■ " 18 to 20 " " 8.00 dozen 8, 9 and 10-inch pots, large specimens, $3.50 to |7.50 each. CANNAS (started). In iO best named varieties $4.00 per 100; $35.00 per 1,000 CHRYSANTHEMUMS. Best named varieties, for cut flowers. Rooted cuttings trans- planted from flats *3.00 per 100; $25.00 per 1,000 DAHLIAS (started). Roots (notcuttings^ in 25 of the best varieties for cut flowers, $7.50 per 100; $70.00 per 1,000 BOXWOOD TREES AND BISHES. Standard and Pyramid forms. Standard forms $1.50 to $7.50 each Pyramids $1.50, $2.50 to $6.00 each Rose Hill Nurseries, New Rochelle, N.Y. soo The American Florist. Mar. /^, OCNCRAL LIST Or HERBACCOIS PLANTS. Field-grown Per 100. Achillea, The Pearl, p $3 00 Achillea filipendula, p 3 00 Achillea roseum, p ?Ra Adonis vernalis. fg 4 GO Agrostemma coronarla, fg 4 00 Agrostemma Flos Jovis, fg 4 00 Anemone sylvestris, p ^R2 Anemone Japonica rubra, p 3 00 Anemone, J. "Whirlwind." 2-in 3 00 Anemone Penn. 2-in. pots 3 00 ABclepias pulchra, p 6 00 Ascleplas tuberosa, p 3 00 Apois tuberosa. p 3 00 Armerla maritima, p 3 00 Arabls alpina. p 3 00 Artemisia arbrotanum, p 3 00 Astilbe Japonica, fg 4 00 Alyssum sasatlle, 2-In. pots 3 00 Anthemls Kelwayii, p 3 00 Aqullegia vulgaris, fg 4 00 Aqullegia " white, fg 4 00 Aquilegia coerulea. fg 4 00 Aqullegia Vervaeneana, fg 8 00 Aquilegia chrysantha. fg 4 00 Aquilegia glandulosa, fg 8 00 Aquilegia Canadensis 8 00 Aletris farinosa, fg 3 00 Aralla hlspida, fg 8 00 Arenaria squarrosa, fg 6 00 Asarum Canadense, fg 8 00 Asplenlum ebeneum, fg 4 00 Aster Novae- Anglae, p 3 00 Aster grandiflorus, p 3 00 Aster alplnus, p 3 00 Aster pyramidalls, p 3 00 Aster pyramidalls, fg 4 00 Aster linarlifolius, fg 6 00 Aster longlfollus. fg 10 00 Aster patens, fg 6 00 Aster puniceus. fg 10 00 Aster spectabilis, fg 6 00 Aster Tradescanti. fg 6 00 Aster Tatarlcus. fg 6 00 Bocconia cordata, f g 4 00 Boltonia asteroldes, fg 6 00 Baptlsla tinctorla. f g 6 00 Calla palustrls. fg 8 00 Caltha palustrls. fg 6 00 Caryopteris Mastacanthus, p 3 00 Clematis Davldlana, p 3 00 Clematis paniculate, p 3 00 Campanula pyramidalls, fg 4 00 Campanula pyramidalls. 2-in. blue 3 00 Campanula pyramidalls. 2-in. white 3 00 Campanula Medium, fg 4 00 Campanula compacta, 2-in. pots 3 00 Coreopsis lanceolata, p 3 00 Coreopsis grandlflora. p 3 00 Chrysanthemum, hardy, fg 4 00 Chrysanthemum inodorum. fg 4 00 Chrysanthemum uUglnosum, fg., 4 00 Dentarla lacinata. fg 6 00 Dlcentra Canadensis, fg 5 00 Dlcentra spectabilis. fg 5 00 Drosera filif ormls, f g 4 00 Delphinium azureum, fg 4 00 Delphinium Sinensis, fg 4 00 Delphinium nudlcaule. 2-in. pots 3 00 Dianthus barbatua. fg 4 00 Dianthus Her Majesty, fg 4 00 Dianthus May. fg 4 00 Digitalis monstrosa, fg 4 00 Digitalis grandlflora, 2-In. pots 3 00 Digitalis spotted, fg 4 00 Epilobium angustlfollum, fg 8 00 stock indicated by figures, I. g.; pot- grown, 3>^< Per 100. Eryngium VIrglnlcum. fg 6 00 Eupatorium purpureum, fg 6 00 Eupatorium ageratoldea, fg 6 00 Eulalia Japonica. fg 4 00 Eulalia Japonica, Var. fg 4 00 Eulalia zebrina, f g 4 00 Eulalia graciillma. fg 4 00 Euphorbia coroUata, p 3 00 Funkla lanclfolia, fg 4 00 Funkia Sieholdil, var, p 4 00 Funkla coerulea. p 3 00 Gentiana Saponaria. fg 8 00 Gerardla flava. fg 6 00 Glilenia trifollata. fg 10 00 Gratlola aurea. fg 6 00 GalUardla grandlflora, p 3 00 Geranium Ibericum. p 3 00 Geranium maculatum. p 3 00 Geura astro-sangulneum. fg 4 00 Heleuium autumnale. fg 4 00 Helianthus angustifoUus. fg 6 00 Helianthus stromusus. f g 6 00 Helianthus Soliel d'Or, 2-in. pots 6 00 Helianthus multiflorus, 2-In. pots 3 00 Hellopsls Pitcherianus, fg 4 00 Helonlas bullata, fg 6 >00 Hemerocallis flava, fg 4 00 Hemerocalls Sieholdil. fg 4 00 Hepatica acutiloba. fg 6 00 Heuchera Americana, fg 4 00 Hibiscus Crimson Eye, fg 4 00 Hibiscus coccineus, p 3 00 Hibiscus Kose Pink, fg 6 00 Hollyhocks, 4 colors, fg 4 00 Houstonia coerulea, fg 6 00 Hypericum angulosum. fg 6 00 Iberls sempervirens, 2-in. pots 3 00 Ipomoea pandurata, fg 12 00 Iris Germanica, p 3 00 Iris pumila, p 3 00 Iris Siberica, p 3 00 Iris Kaempferi, fg 4 00 Dancing Lion, purple, very large and double. Sky-against-the-clouds, white, very large and fine. Glorious, maroon and white, variegated. Crane, white and blue, large and fine. Hollyhock, blue, shaded purple. Fairy, bright blue. Columbia, violet, very large and double. Admiration, maroon, spotted lighter, very grand. Surprise, violet, bright and clear. Sawo-Watshil, pure white, large and fine. Yum Yum. purplish blue. Kasui-no-iro, light blue, very handsome. Snow Cloud, double white, large and beautiful. Spotted Fawn, light purple, with white spots. Midnight, violet, very large and double. Koko-no-iro, light purple, large and dou- ble. Tora-odorl. variegated blue, large flower. Data Dogu, bright purple, very large and attractive. Per 100. Lavandula vera, p $3 00 Lychnis Chalcedonica, fg 4 00 Lobelia cardlnalls, p 3 00 Lobelia syphilitica, fg 6 00 Llnum perenne. p 3 00 Lathyrus latlfoHus. p 3 00 Llatrls gramiuifolia. fg 4 00 ins., by p. Per 100. Liatrls splcata. fg 5 00 Lliium Phlladelphicum, fg, each 35 Luplnus perennis, fg 8 00 Lyslmachia clliata, fg 8 00 Ly thrum Sallcarla, fg 8 00 Matricaria, fg 4 00 Mitchella repens, fg 3 00 Mundara dldyma. fg 4 00 Myosotis palustris. p .' 3 00 Oenothera Fraserii, p 3 00 Oenothera f rutlcosa, f g 4 00 Papaver bracteatum, 2-in. pots 3 00 Platycodon grandiflorum, p 3 00 Platycodoa grandiflorum 3 00 Platycodon Mariesil. p 3 00 Paeonles. red. pink, rose, fg 9 00 Pardanthus Sinensis, fg 3 00 Pentstemon. assorted, fg 4 00 Pentstemon barbatus, f g 4 00 Phlos subulata alba, p 3 00 Phlox subulata rosea, p 3 00 Phlox, herbaceous, fg 4 00 Alceste. fine pluk, red center. Aurora Boreale, orange, with purple center. Caran d'Ache. carmine. Epopee, violet, with red center. Hector, pink, very large and fine. J. H. Slocum, rose pink, crimson eye. Jules Jouy. lilac, with white center. Mme. P. Langler, bright red. vermilion center. Premier Minister, white, with deep rose center. Terre Neuve. lilac, violet center. Queen, pure white. Nothing can sur- pass It. Klchard Wallace, white, with violet center. Per 100. Physostegia Virginlana, fg $4 00 Pyrethrum roseum, fg 4 00 Plumbago Larpentae, p 8 DO Pyrolo rotundifolia, fg 4 00 Rudbeckia Golden Glow, fg 4 00 Rudbeckla Newmanli 3 QO Salvia pratensls, fg. 4 00 Statice latlfolia. fg 4 00 Tritoma grandlflora. p 3 00 Tradescantla Vlrglnlca. p 3 00 Trillium grandiflorum. p 3 0(t Valeriana, fg 4 00 Veronica officinalis, p 3 00 Y^ucca filamentosa, f g. , small 3 00 Yucca filamentosa, fg., large 8 00 SHRUBBERY. Berberls vulgaris, fg $6 00 California privet. 2 ft., fg 3 00 Calycanthus floridus, fg 6 00 Deutzia, Pride of Rochester, fg 5 00 Forsythia vlrldlsslma. fg 6 00 Hydrangea pantlculata grandlflora, fg.. small 4 00 Hydrangea panlculata grandlflora, fg., large 12 00 Kerria Japonica, fg 6 00 RlbGS (flowering currants), fg 6 00 Sambucus aurea, fg 6 00 Spiraea Thijnbergll. fg 6 00 Spiraea Anthony Waterer. p 3 00 Single plants sold at 100 rates, when not less than 100 are taken. Under this amount rates win bo doubled. Not less than 500 plants sold at 1,000 rates. EDWARD B. JACKSON, Stamford, Conn. Dahlias Mrs.lMinters THE WORLDS BEST WHITE OAHUA. Novelties and stand- ard varieties. iSvra'. experience and have failed of no prize competed for. See my catalogue before placing your order. Also fine field-grown Hollyhocks at $2.50 per 10'. GannaB, P;i:onia8 and Hardy Plants. Cheap mix- tures are dear; f;et the best. W. W. WILMORE, The Dahlia Specialist, BOX 382, DENVER. COLO. For Sale...> A GREAT BARGAIN.- 75 Cyprii)e(lium ID8i^fne Btrony blooming pluntH, grown in 7 to 10 in. pots in line condition. Write for price ttl 00 '.'R. W. T. & F. p. BUTZ, New Castle, Pa. HUHE-OROWN, FINK, CLEAN STOCK; GROWN COOL. Write lor Pries LItt. J, Q. HEIS8* The Exotic Nurseries. DAYTON, OHIO. ►♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦»♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦< ' ELECTROS... 4^ for Catalogue Purposes. WE have a large assortment of strictly high-class halftones of which we can supply electros suitable for catalogue Illustration. It you need anything In this way, state your re- quirements and we will submit [-rooff of the illustrations in stock Price tor caih only IE cents per iquara Inch. THE AMERICAN riORIST CO., .324 Dearborn St., CHICAQO. »♦♦♦♦♦♦» GERANIUMS Per 100 16 line varieties, 25^-inch pots f3.00 16 fine varieties, 3-inch pots 4 00 500 Asparagus SprenBerl,2-ineh pots 2.00 Coleus, IS varieties, 2-inch pots 2.00 Verbenas, 2-inch pots 200 VInca Var., 2 inch pots 2.S0 Pansy Plants, froin seed beds, 1000,$3 .50 CASH OR C. O. D. J. H. CUNNIhGHAM. Delaware. 0. Rooted Cuttings. Ageraliim. True Blue and nt*arl> v\hlte. C'lphca. Colons, 10 varieties; Swaln8t>iiia. Heliol rope, Sal ■ via, white au.l yellow Dainie-, iH.iHi per l(«i; »«.0(i per UKK). Rosis— Hrldes, Maids, Meteors, l\:2!\ per lUO. Vinca V«r., iM.SSpprUHi. Cash with order. Well rooted. La Roche, Collingdale, Pa. tgo2. The American Florist. 301 mamuitititiiiiiiitimitimiiim. I O r I We have a splendid stock of Nephrolepis Witt- boldii in 8-inch fern pans, at from $12 to $18 per dozen. Plants from 2 to 3 feet high and in prime shape for Easter sales. Smaller sizes for growing on. The fronds are of great value for cutting purposes. Variety ARECA LUTESCENS 4-inch. 5 " ., 6 " . KENTU BELM0REMIA..4 " ..B " .. ..6 " .. KENTUF0RSTERUNA..4 " ..5 ■■ ., ..6 " ., UTANIA BORBONICA .4 " ...5 '■ ., FICUSEUSTICA. er doz. .t 3.00 . 5 00 . 9.00 . 4.00 . 9.00 . 18.00 . 4.00 . 9.00 . 15.00 . 3 00 . .5.00 . 900 . 10.00 . 2*.0O . 9 00 Vflrietv Per ARAUA SIEBOLDII 5 inch % 6 " FERN BALIS, well started BOSTON FERNS 2-inch per 100, Sl.OO '■ ........^ " ^ll^m^.l! .."" !!l^^m^^^'".'.!!^l" " runners per 1000, $30.00 PANDANUS VEITCHII .5-inch • ...6 " ASPARAGUS PLUMOSUS NANUS. . . 2-inch per 100, $4.00 •• ...3 " " 8.00 " " from seed bed .... $23.00 per 1000 doz. ! 4.00 6.00 5.00 3 00 5.00 15 00 12.00 18.00 36.00 Send for our new illustrated descriptive catalogue. The GEO. WITTBOLD CO. Geraniums in Bloom Xutt. Poitevine, Eiccard, Grant. Bruant, Dovle. in bloom. 3-iu. pots $3.00; 2V4-in. pots, $2 50 per 100. Pelargoniums in 2Hi-ln . pots, $3.30 per lOO. These are A 1 plants. G. P. MOORE, OCEAN CITr, N. J. 100,000 Pansies. The Jennings' Strain, extra fine plants, all transplanted, many are fringed andcurled, strong plants, $4.00 per 1000, express; 75c per luO mail. Large plants. $1.00 per 100, by express only. Stock the finest Grown in coolhouses. Seed. $1.1jO per pkt. Cash. E. B. JENNINQS> Lock Box 264, Sonthport. Com. Grower of the Finest Pansies. FAXON'S h''o"J31;. pansies. The best mixture in cultivation, flowers very large, thiok and velvety; of superb colors and markings. The perfection of form and texture. In Trade Packets at $1.00 each. M. B. FAXON, Lock Box 1528. BOSTON, MASS. Correspondence solicited. QUCCESSFUL SELLERS. are the successful growers who advertise in THE AMERICAN FLORIST. 302 The American Florist. Mar. /J. (ggggggggggggggggggggggggggggggggggggggggggggggggggggggSSSSgSggSggS^: JOSEPH HEACOCK ^ ^^^^^a^ ^la^ ^ ■ ^^ ~^^r~ ~^^ /^r ^ "^A ThRv ar(> hnmR-ari OFFERS THE FOLLOWING They are home-grown, strong and healthy, free from Insects and disease, and are of unusual good value at prices quoted. ARECA LUTESCENS. Per doz. Per 100 Per 1000 2-inoh pot, 1 plant in pot, 10 to 12 inches high $1.C0 J 5.00 H5.00 3 plants 3 " 3 " 10 15 20 to 22 24 to 26 30 to 36 12 to 45 i.OO 2.5.0O 9.00 75.00 12.00 100.09 Each. Per doz. (2.50 $30.00 5.C0 KENTIA BELMOREANA. Per doz. Per 100 Per 1000 2H-inch pot, 3 to 4 leaves, 8 inches high $1.60 $12.00 1100.00 4 to 5 4 to 5 5 to 6 5 to 6 6 6 to 7 6 to 7 9 to 10 inches high. 10 to 12 15 " . 18 21 26 to 28 30 to 32 2.50 3.00 4.50 6.00 20.00 26.00 35.00 50 00 Each. Ppr doz. . $1.25 $15 00 I8.0O 33.00 1.50 3.00 2i4-inch pot. 4 leaves, 4 " 4 to 5 leaves, 5 to 6 •' 6 6 to 7 " 6 " 7 " KENTIA FORSTERIANA. Per doz. 8 inches high $1.50 12 15 30 28 to 32 30 to 36 36 to 42 42 2.50 4.50 Each. $1.25 1.50 2.C0 2.60 3.00 Per 100 Per 1000 $12.00 $100.00 20.00 36.00 Per doz. $16.00 18.00 24.ro 30.00 36.00 Kentia Fcrsteriana (Made Up Plants.) 8-in. pot, 4 plants in pot, 36-in. high, each, $3. JOSEPH HEACOCK, Wyncote, Pa. FOR PLANTS AND TREES II Made in 5 sizes of the best of Cypress. THE TUB THAT LASTS FOREVER" Manufactured Handled by leading Seedsmen and Florists Everywhere. Get your order in now for Spring trade. ^ THE INVALID APPLIANCE CO., lSO=lCiO XTedder St., ^ OmOA.00 igo2. The American Florist. 303 EASTER STOCK BOSTON FERNS. In paus, grown the way > ou like them, full, bushy, ooj pact stock, ready for your coumer trtde. Each Doz. 13-inch pans $4.00 $40.00 10-inoh pans 3.00 30,00 9-inoh pans 2.00 3D.0O 8-inch pans 1.50 I5.C0 7-incli pans 1.00 10.00 6-inch pans 75 8.C0 5-inch pans 50 5.00 4-ineh pots 2.50 3-inch pots ISO 3>4-inch pots .60 ASPARAGUS PLUIHOSUS NANUS. Fine bushy stock in large qu.intitv Doz. 100 5-inch pots J4.00 $30.00 4-inoh pots 2.00 15.00 3-inoh pots 1.00 8.00 $70.00 3!4-inoh pots 60 5.00 40.00 ARAUCARIA EXCELSA. A Big Bargain. 5-ineh pots, 18 to 30 inches high, 4 to 6 ^vho^]s, each, 75c; dozen, $9 00. 100 $60.00 40.00 20.CO 10.00 5 00 lOOD PANDANUS VEITCHII, Very fine colored. 5-inch pots each, $1.00 6- inch pots " 1.50 7-inch pots " 2.00 8-inch pots " 2..50 FICUS ELASTIOA (Rubber Plant). 7-inch pots. 36 inches high, very fine stock, $9.00 per dozen. PHCENIX CANARIENSIS. Fine bushv plants, 8-inch pots, 36 inches high, each, $3.50; dozen. !34 00. LATANIA BORBONICA. Fine stock. 5-inoh pots per dozen, $4 01 6-inch pots " 5.00 8-inch pots, line specimens each, 1.75 KENTIA BELMOREANA. 6-incl], 5 to 6 leaves, 38 to 30 inches high, dozen, $18.00. KENTIA FORSTERIANA. 7-inch. 5 to 6 leaves. 36 to 40 inches high, each, $2 CO. Mnny other sizes in Kentias. See our Book for Florists. GENISTAS. 5 and 6-iiich pots, fine bushy plants, full of buds and flowers, per dozen. $6.00. CRIMSON RAMBLER ROSES. 7 .ind 8-inch pots, in fine shape and Uower for Easter sales, $3.00 to ^^5.00 e:ich. HYDRANGEAS. 7-inch pots, in bud and flower, bushy stock, per dozen, J8.00. GERANIUM JEAN VIAUD. The linest of all iijeraniums. Handsome bushy plants in 5 inch pots, showing from 2 to 4 flower spikes per dozen, $6 00 3-inch pots per 100, 8.00 2J-"[-iLrh pots per 100, 5.00 SPIR>€A JAPONIC*, COMPACTA and GLADSTONE, 6-inch ]ians, Hno bushy stock, will be in tlower for Easter, per dozen, ^4.0X RHODODENDRONS In flower, assorted sizes, in white, pink and lavender colors, %\ 50 to $3 00 each, according to size of plant. ROOTED CARNATION CUTTINGS. "^'""'^"^ "" They are the Cheapest. You don't have to buy 20O to have 100 fit to plant out, when planting time comes. For every 100 we send, you have 101 when ready to plant. We have the finest and largest stock of NORWAY and ESTELLE in the country. r,.__,. , I /i\ ,.. ;_i3_t_ *-sEr=o I I;.,, ^t «... r — .. :.,! Stock marked ( * ), now ready in flats Per iro Per 1000 Flora Hill $1.75 $1.5.C0 ♦General Maceo 1.75 15.00 »Mrs. F. .Toost 1.75 15.00 ♦White Cloud 1.75 15.00 *Win. Scott 1.75 15.00 ♦America 1.75 15 00 Daybreak 1.75 15 00 Ethel Crocker 175 15.00 *Q. H. Crane 3.50 31.00 ♦Triumph 2.00 18.00 Guardian Angel 1.75 15.00 ♦Genevieve Lord 2.C0 15 00 ♦Marquis 3.0O 17.51 ♦Mrs. G. M. Bradt 3.5) 20.00 ♦Chicago 3.5a 30.00 GREENHOUSES: WESTERN SPRINGS, ILL. |^~Send us a list of your wants for special prices on large lots. Per ICO Per 1000 Gold Nugget 3 50 30.00 ♦Morning 31ory 3.00 25 00 Lorna 5.00 40.09 ♦Mrs. T. W. Lawson 5 03 40.CO Queen Louise 5.00 45.00 ♦Norway 4.50 40.00 Prosp.Titv 6.00 50.C0 ♦Governor Roosevelt 6.C0 50.00 Estelle 6.00 50.01 Dorothy 6.00 50 00 Cre3slifook 10.00 75.00 Enquirer 13 OO 100.00 Mrs. Potter Palmer 13.00 ICO.OO Mrs. Higinbotham 12.00 100.01 Mrs. E. A. Nelson 10.00 80.00 VaUGHAN'S SEED STORE, CANNAS. strong, Dormant, Two Eyed Roots. Per 100 Per lOOO Allemania $3.00 $25.00 Burcank 3.0O 25.00 Exp. Crampbell 3.00 3.5.00 Florence Vaughan 4.00 35.00 Mdlle. Berat 3.00 Si.OO Paul Marquant 3.00 25.00 Pres. Carnot 3.50 20.00 Mixed all colors 1.75 lO.OO Largest stock in United States of other choice cannas true to name. Write for prices. 84-86 RANDOLPH ST.. CHICAGO. 14 BARCLAY ST.. NEW YORK. 100,000 GIANT PANSIES Ut'st strain, strong plants, all tninsplanted and grown cool, 50c per 100; $4.00 per lOCO. Express prepaid. ASTERS, Hohenzollern, pure white, delicate roseandred (Roemer's). lastyearuovelty. grandest aster to date. Mammoth size. 7 inches across, double to center, resembling a large Japanese chrysanthemum, unsurpassed for cutting or bed- ding, plants branching, with stronir stems 18 to 20 inches long, 7Jc per IOC; $6.00 per luUO. Queen of the Market, white, red, pink and mi^ed. Florists' Upright Branching, outer petals re- curved, center petals incurved, superb cut flower, pure white, daj'breik pink, fiery scarlet and lavender. L&te Branching or Semple's, white, rose pink, lavender, red and raised. All the above are the best money makers for florists, strong, healthy plants, assorted tD suit, EOc per 100; $4.00 per 1000. Express prepaid for cash with order. DES MOINES PLANT CO., 38th St.j Des Moines, Iowa. ROOTED CUTTINGS Per 100 Per 1000 Coleus $ .60 $5.00 Geraniums 1.50 12.50 Carnations, 25 Taiieties, send for list Mme Salleroi Geranium 1.25 Pettmia, Mrs. Edwards, best bedding, double 1.50 Alternanthera, from flats, fall struck, perfect plants 1.00 8.00 Baby Primrose 1.50 CENTRAL MICHIGAN NURSERY, KALAMAZOO, MICH. 30,000 BLOOMING PLANTS FOR EASTER. . . dc- 1500 Crimson Ramblers, unique signs, extra fine, $1.00 to $25.00. 1000 Hydrangeas, the finest in the market, $1.00 to $5.00. 10,000 Lilium Longiflorum, 12c per bloom. 2000 Davallian Fern Balls, 75c to $2.00. Also a large assortment of Hyacinths In pans, $12.00 per doz. Azaleas, 75c to $10.00 each. Hybrid Roses, $5.00 per doz. and up. Genistas, $4.00 to $12.00 per doz. Spirteas, $4.00 per doz. and up. Rhododendrons, $1.00 to $5 00 each. Also a large assortment of Palms and other ornamental plants. Cash with order. HERMAN G. STEINHOFF, WEST HOBOKEN, N. J. : FOR INSURANCE AGAINST DAMAGE BY HAIL, Address John G. Esler, Sec*y F.H. A. SADDLE RIVER. N. J. We have ready for immediate delivery strong, thoroughly estab- lished plants from 2 1-4 and 2 1-2 inch pots, accoruing to vigor of variety, in the following kinds: Mme. Buchner, Countess d'Har- court, Rene Bazin, Mme. Rozain, Eulalia, $3.50 per 100. Beaute Poitevine, Mme. Lau- dry, Richelieu, Mme. Chas. Molin, Mme Barney, Comtesse de Castris, S. A. Nutt, Marvel, Mme. Ph. Labrie, Mme. Desbordes, Valmore, Marie Fournier, |4.00 per 100. Alphonse Riccard, John Doyle, $4.50 per 100. Jean Viaud, Mme. Charrotte, $5.00 per 100. Pasteur, $S.OO per 100. Le Soliel, $10.00 per 100. THE COTTAGE GARDENS, QUEENS. L. I. Successful Growers are Wanted To know that they can dispose of all their surplus stock by adver- .tising in the American Florist. TRY IT NOV. 304 The American Florist. Mar. i^, West Hoboken, N. J. AYELL KNOWN GROWER ADOPTS NOVEL BDT SUCCESSFUL MEANS OF OVERCOMING SMOKE NUISANCE. For a long time E. G. Asmus has been put to much discomfort and no incon- siderable loss by the clouds of smoke belched from the chimneys of the Peer- less Rubber Company, of New Durham, N. J., the works being in proximity to the greenhouses. The smoke was not only annoying but clouded the glass, obscured the light and reduced the crops of the houses to a greater or less degree. Mr. Asmus remonstrated ineffectually with the management of the rubber works, being told that there was no feasible remedy for the difficulty. Shortly after, he read of the installation by Bassett & Washburn, at Hinsdale, 111., of a number of Jones under-feed stokers and of the resulting economy of fuel as well as con- sumption of smoke. Mr. Asmus posted himself as to these stokers, examining their working upon his recent visit to the west, and again presented the matter to the offenders, but they were still obdu- rate and he began suit fordamages. Now the rubber factory has installed two of the mechanical stokers and the smoke pall is materially lessened. The balance of the battery of nine huge boilers will be equipped as rapidly as possible and then Mr. Asmus can breath freely again. Per- haps his experience may be useful to other florists whose glass is clouded by the smoke from near-by factories. Toronto. DECREASED DEMAND BRINGS DECLINE IN PRICES.— GOOD STOCK. — GREENS SCARCE. — VARIOUS NOTES. The Lenten season has caused a drop in prices and tea roses are now quoted at $10 per hundred. Stock is in elegant shape and that sent to the rose exhibi- tion by Danlop will certainly be heard from. Bulbous flowers continue plenti- ful, but keep moving nicely. Asparagus, maidenhair and smilax are exceptionally scarce and very little is in sight for Easter. This cry is heard annually and there would undoubtedly be money in it for one who would go into greens exten- sively. A meeting of the executive committee was held at Jay's for the arrangement of the prize list for the fall show, but with only a few changes and additions the schedule remains about the same as last year. ' Chas. Tidy, "Ned" Dale and H.G.Dille- muth have gone to attend the rose society meeting at New York. H. G. D. dTdpTTuc read this, for here is what DAnUAIIlOi YOU WANT AND WE WANT ROOM. Qeranlumd, composed of S. A. Nutt, La Pilot, Richard Brett. Frances Perkins, Beaute Poilovine, Dblc. Gen. Grant, Bruanti, Euy Bias, Glolre de I'rance, Centaurean, Alph. Riooard, Margiiret de Leyas, Jas. Gaar, Wunder, Granville, La Favorite, Mme. Bruant, and several other varieties in iH in. pots, also Rose Geraniums, and want shifting at once, at $3.60 per 100; $-20.00 per 1600. Special prices in lots of 5000 or more. 500 ut 1000 rate. Coleus, in varietv, :i:iBiBaBBB««W»«aaa8^^ *n>i»t»»ltM"""""""""""""""""*""""""""""""""""""*"""""""""* EUREKA yy WEED KILLER. A SOLUBLE POWDER. NO LEAKAGE or DANGER. EASILY APPLIED. Positively clears all paths and drives of weeds without disturbing the gravel; lasting efifects. $1.00 Tin Sufficlant for 100 Square Yards. Sole Agents for llie V. S, lui.I Cana.ia. 84-86 Randolph St.. CHICAGO. 14 Barclay Street. NEW YORK. I VAUGHAN'S SEED STORE, Cheapest and Best Flower Stakes ever Offered HARD WOOD FLOWER STAKES LOUIS A. SHARE, Manufacturer, 1918 BARTH AVE., INDIANAPOLIS, IND. 3 Ft, Plain f2 CO Plain Creosoted End... 2 25 Green Creosoted End.. 3 00 .iVi Ft. 4 Ft. Per THOUSAND $2 25 %2 50 not 2 50 2 7.^ 3 25 3 50 Per HUNDRED. HEADQIARTERS GERANIUM NOVELTIES: Thos. Meehan, semi- double dark pink; Levi P. Morton, semi-double maroon; Dutchess of Orleani, sint^ie oriole; Ernest Kellway, semi-double crimson; J. J. Harrison, semt- double scarlet, and Snow Drift, semi-double while; all winners. Kstra strong rooted cuttings, 12.00 per 100; J20.00 per 1000. STANDARDS: S. A. Nutt, E. G. Hill, Beaute Poitevine, Prances Perkins, Alphonse Riccard, Mme, Bruant, Mme. .Jaulin, Athlete, LaFavorite, J. M. Gaar, extra stroni; rooted cuttings, $1,75 per 100; «16,00 per 1000. DOUBLE FRINGED PETUNIAS Our superb collection cnu.sislint: of twelve novelties Bolected from Henderson's uud Dreer's latest sets. Extra Strong Rooted Cuttings, $1.00 per 100; J9.00 per 1000; $40 per 5000. Hendnraon's celebrated Sea Foam, J1.50 per 100. Send for our special Qeranium List. Caho with Ordeh. SATiHF'AfTiftN Guaranteed. TheW.T. Buckley Plant Co., Springfield. III. Pleasi; mention the American Florist every time you write to an advertiser. CENTRAL FREIGHT RATE ASSOCIATION. 324-326 Dearborn St., Chicago. lEcorpor;ited, Capital Stock $100,000.00. A BUREAU OF INFORMATION On Railroad, Sioam- boat and Steitnisbip 'rniusponntion. We are Traffic Managers for Many Shippers. Minimum Charge $2.00 Per Month. Wi- audit and :idjust all claims arising from over<-hftrKis in rales. VALUABLE INFORMATION Will be furnished regard in t: all transportatl All Florists' Snpplles. 8«nd (or P^ioei '•4-4i> ■•■< »««h «t.. aiwMr veoK^ Mention the American Florist when writing to advertisers on this page. F ▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼ ▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼ Your order for EASTER NOVELTIES should be placed without any delay.as ourNew Impor- tations of Plan' Baskets, Chip Ribbon, Birch Bark Crosses, Porto Rican Mats, Water-proof Crepe Paper (all kinds); also Cords and Tassels have just arrived. In order to secure the Very Latest and Best EASTER GOODS, your prompt attention will avoid disappointment, and give best satisfaction. Catalogue for the asking. For all Up-to-Date Florists' Supplies, send to the Easter Leading Florists Supply House. M.RIGE&GO., Importers and 1 1 Manufacturers 918 Filbert St., Philadelphia, Pa. "GALVANIZED" WIRE • FLOWER • STAKES. ....ANY LENGTH OR SIZE DESIRED.... JohnA.Roebling'sSonsCo. ITl X^&I^CG: St., CHIOA.OO. WRITE US. LOWEST PRICES. ESTABUSHED 1666 EMIL^STEFFEMS> SUCC.™ tlSTEFFEMS "•OSTEFFEIISBROS a BLACK DEATH ;; (POWDER) TO EAT THEREOF IS TO DIE. BUG KILLER and FERTILIZER. Three years of unprecedented success wherever intro- duced all over the United States has proved "BLACK DEATH" to be a cheap and absolute annihilator ol all insec's, bugs or beetles that prey on vegetation, foliage and flowers. Ste what Peter Reinberg said in this paper, Feb. 8. Other strong indorsements sent on receipt of postal card. Western Sales Ageacy, 335 Franklin St.. Chioago. HANDLED BY SEEDSMEN. S. P. STRYKEK, Agent. OROIMP MOLES- HOW TO CATCH THEM. After 40 years gardening I three years ago discovered how to catch moles without traps, poison or loss of time. I catch every one that comes on my place. If yon have moles in your garden, lawn, park or cemetery for One Dollar I will mail you instructions how to catch every last one of them. E. McNALLY, G^Sr"," Anciiorage, Ky. PURE SHEEP MANURE In natural state makes the ,best LIQUID fertilizer. $1.00 per IbbL, f. o. b cars, Kirkland, 111 Write for prices on car load lots; also on Dried, Unpulverized and Pulverized. MONTANA FERTILIZER CO., Elgin, III. Always mention the American Flo- rist when writing to advertisers. For Easter WHEN YOU ARE CROWDED FOR ROOM USE THE Perfect Flower Pot Is used for lifting plants out of jardin- ieres, also for hanging up plants for decora- tions on walls, etc. Will sustain a weight of 100 lbs. No. 1 win fit from 2 to Mnch potH. per doz. 30c: No. 2 will at from oto 8-ln. pots, per doz. 40c; No. 3 will at from S to 12-ln. pots, per doz. 50c. Postage 10 cents extra per dozen; sam- ple pair 10c. postpaid. W,C.KRICK,i.'.l.'.'.,.BroiiHyii,H.Y. GARDENING For Amateur and Professional Gardeners. The Leading American Journal of Horti- culture Foreign Subscriptions $2.50 per year. Sample Copies Free. THE GARDENING CO. gSfc°aVo7i'i?.7S' s.a. 308 The American Florist. Mar. 15, Columbus, O. GOOD WINDOW DECORATIONS BELIEVED A PROFITABLE INVESTMENT. — GRDMPF HAS GOOD SBEDLING. — NOTES OF DOINGS OF VARIOUS GROWERS. A run over to Logan and a call on H. Grumpf revealed the fact that there is a good seedling carnation largely grown by this old timer and never introduced. It is of the Scott type but is said to be a better grower and more profuse bloomer. Mr. Grumpf's place looks fine, as does that of his friendly opponent, Mr. Voris, who is growing carnations, principally. Mr. Voris shifts his carnations to a 3-inch pot before planting out. The store windows on High street, those of E. M. Krauss, J. R. Hellenthal, C. A. Roth and the Livingston Seed Com- pany, with their decorations of azaleas and bulbous stock, are fine at this season of the year. They all take pride in mak- ing a show and are also convinced that a well decorated window is a profitable Investment. Howard Affleck has returned from a trip to Richmond and other points of interest, taking notes and getting some new stock for next season. This firm is now growing nothing except roses, but contemplates taking up the carnation again, growing fancy varieties. It is generally predicted that bedding stock will be in better shape for spring planting this season, as Easter comes so early, giving the growers plenty of time after the Easter rush to look after spring stock. Gravett & Son, of Lancaster, are still having a fine cut of carnations, doing White Cloud exceptionally well. While the Gravetts do a snug wholesale busi- ness, they also have a large retail trade. Carl. Hubbard, 0.— Judge Gillmer has made an order allowing E. C. Gething, assig- nee, to sell the effects of Hood & Cox, florists, for two-thirds the appraised value, which will more than cover the firm's indebtedness. IRON RESERVOIR VASES AND Lawn Settees Manufactured by McDonald Bros. COLUMBUS, 0. The Largemt Manufacturers of these Goods in America. Send for Catalogue WRITE Ac irnUD 1S21-23 N. LIAVITTI ■ Ti KUnn« OHIOAQO. ILL.. 8T. rOB FBIOZB OV Standard Pots which for itrength and poroilty oomblned are the beit on toe market i»joTio» TO i^ivOiMienrei. If you ure lookinj^ for Red Pots We hiive thorn. Write tor prices. Can ship on three dtreit Kailroads. COLESBURG PJTTERY CO., Golesburg, la. Awarded the only flnt- olaii Certificate of Merit by the Soolety o( A H er- ioan Floriitiat Bolton Aug. 21, 1880, for.Stand- ard Flower Foti. IWhilldin Jersey Qty PNG Island (rnr 'HlLADELPHlA Traveling Representative, U. CUTLER RYERSON, 108 Third Ave. Newark, N.J. Pots Price per 3rate Pots 1500 2-in., in crate, III4.SS 120 7-in 1500 2M b.2b 60 8 1500 2W 6.00 48 9 1000 3 b.OO 48 10 800 3H 5.80 24 11 500 4 4.bO 24 12 3205 4 51 12 14 144 6 3.16 6 16 Seed pans. same price as pots. list of Cyl inders lor Cut Flowers. STANDARD FLOWER POTS ! Packed in small crates, easy to handle. " " ' Pots Price per crate ' ' , in crate, $4.20 3.00 3.60 " 4,80 3.60 " 4.80 4.80 4.50 Send tor price Hanging Bas- kets, Lawn Vases, etc. 10 per cent off for cash with order. HILFINGER BROS' POTTERY, OR ... FORT EDWARD. N. Y. AuensT RoLKKB & Sons, New York Agents, 52 Dbt Stbbet, Nbw York City. nmi" Flower Pots. LIGHT, COMPACT, UNBREAKABLE, UNEQUALLED. You can buy these ot your nearest dealer. f W Rirri Si Cnn MIII and Main office: I . n. Ull U OC OUII, EAST WALPOLE, MASS. NEW YORK: CHICAGO: 120 Liberty 8t. 1434 Monatmook BIdg. Red Standard Pots. OORREOT SIZE. SUPERIOR QUALITY. Write tor price lilt. 6. HENIHE6KE 60.. ""-^I^-^^^- Standard POX^ Flower... \ VJ \ \J If your greeahouses are within 600 milet of the Capitol, write us, we can save you money W. H. ERNEST. 28th and M Street*. WASHINGTON, D. C. GEO. KELLER & SON, MANUFACTURERS OP FLOWER POTS. IJefore buying writi; for prices. 361-363 Herndon Street, near Wrightwood Ave., CHICAGO. ILL. RED POTS SAMPLE POT AND PRICE LIST ON APPLICATION. C. C. POLLWORTH CO.. JJIk**"'*" .11 your.. Business Methods are right yon can make a prolt on an adyerdiement here. WHY NOT BUT RED P0T5 OF US? [Standard Sizei Quality— No Better. Carefully Packed In Small Crates. Easy to Handle. Price List Free. Syracuse Pottery Co., Syracuee, N. T. [BEST POT IN THE aiARKET FLOWER POTS STANOARO POTSsp.^.LTv List and SAMPLES FREE. SWAHN'S POTTERY MF'G CO., P.O. Box 78. MINNEAPOLIS. MINN. Please mention ike American Florist when writing. KELLER BROS. 213-15-17-19-21-23 Pearl St.. ~NORRISTOWN, PA. Manufacturers or Standard Flower Pots, red In color, equal to the beet on the market; are 16 miles from Philadelphia, best of railroad connec- tions. We give special attention to mail orders and make special sizes to order in quantltlei. A postal will bring prices and discounts. THOSE RED POTS "STANDARDS" FULL SIZE AND WIDE BOTTOMS. BULB PANS AND AZALEA POTS. DETROIT FLOWER POT M'F'Y, HARRY BALSLEY, «>«TltOIT, MICH.. Rap. 400 Haward St igo2. The American Florist. 309 ^BHom^^^^^ffl^^^m^^^m^me^^^^^m^^^^mp THE m Regan Printing House 87-91 Plymouth Place Chicago^ m Catalogues AND Pamphlets. Newspapers AND Miagazines. Printers Ai Book Manufacturers PUBLISHERS OF THE LIFE OF WM. McKINLEY, BY RT. REV. BISHOP FALLOWS. ONE OF THE MOST COMPLETE PLANTS IN THE COUNTRY FOR THE MANUFACTURE OF ALL KINDS OF BOOKS. UNDER ONE ROOF AND ONE MANAGEMENT. J. J. Ji Jk Jt. j. Qive us your copy and we will turn you out the com= plete work Long Distance Telephone HARRISON 85 SEND FOR ESTIMATES. m 310 The American Florist, Mar. 15, Worcester, Mass. CONDITIONS FAVORABLE FOH EASTER BUSI- NESS.— STOCK SHOWING THE EFFECT OF FINE WEATHER. — VARIOUS ITEMS. The weather is generally warm and bright and just what we need to get Easter stock into condition. From pres- ent indications lilies will not be very plen- tiful this year. The daily receipts oi flow- ers are also showing the effect of plenty of sunshine, both in the increased qnan- tity and improved quality. Although there has been nothing of especial interest to record since Lent commenced, trade has held up fairly well and stock keeps moving in a gratifying manner. Bulbous stock, which usually starts to pile up at this time of the year, is not being brought to town in overwhelming quantity, many of the growers having materially reduced their bulb orders. General stock was never better, the quality of roses, car- nations, violets and valley being espe- cially fine. Lange is cutting some fine snapdragons which are very popular with flower buyers on account of their keeping qualities and its delicate fra- grance. A. H. L. Riverton, N. J. DBEER CORPORATION TO BUILD BIG HANGE OP NEW STYLE HOUSES.-TWELYE STRUC- TURES WITHOUT PARTITION. The Henry A. Dreer Company has placed an order lor a large addition, covering 25,000 square feet ofground, to their already extensive plant. The style oi house adopted is the Dietsch patent short-roof construction and the material is to be turned out and shipped east by A. Dietsch & Company, of Chicago. One of the principal errands which took Mr. Eisele west recently was to take a look at this new style of construction. He visited Michael Winandy, at Rogers Park, Chicago, who has the only range of these houses which have had a practical test, and was well pleased with the style of construction, providing, as it does, for the most complete ventilation, at the same time doing away with the high peak of the wide houses. The addition which Mr. Eisele has decided upon will consist of twelve of the two-bench houses, each 150 feet long. They will be built without partition walls and it will be practically one large house, the gutters being supported on iron posts and raised well above the benches. Lowell, Mass. — We are in receipt of a photograph showing handsome and well grown seedling cyclamen in 7inch pot, but unfortunately the picture was so badly damaged in transit as to be unfit for reproduction. The plant was grown by Frank Sladen, gardener to Geo. W. Fifield. "Fumigation Methods" BY PROF. JOHNSON. Every Grower needs Cf AA •his book Price vPI-W AMERICAN TLORIST COMPANY, 324 Dearborn Street, CHICAGO. SPRAGIE SMITH CO., Greenhouse Glass. LET US ESTIMATE ON YOUR REQUIREMENTS. 205 Randolph St., CHICAGO. ANNOUNCEMENT. Having purchased the machinery and material of the Henry W. Gibbons Co., we shall continue the business started by them, adding more machinery and increasing our facilities. Our descriptive circular will be ready about April 1st, and will contain valuable information for every florist. Our aim is to plan and build greenhouses that will be durable, practical and at a low cost. We have something new to offer. Send for our circular if you are going to build. DILLON'S GREENHOUSE MFG. CO., The Art ...of Floral Arrangement The only special newspaper in the world for floral arrangement. 200 ILLUSTRATIONS ANNUALLY. Specimen number free. Subscription, $2.40 yearly. BINDEKUNST-VERLAG J. OLBERTZ. ERFURT, 6ERMANY. (( WE NOW OFFER Chemicals ?» for making LIQUID OOMPOST. Dry powders all soluble in water. Lintn posts cost less than 3aC per gal. Correspondence invited. EASTERN CHEMICAL COMPANY, 620 Atlantic Ave., Boston. The Best mill .* '*'"'■ Foley Manufacturing Co. 474-498 West 21st Place. Oliioag:o, 111. A BUNCH OF AMERICAN BEAUTIES. KROESGHELL BROS. GO. Greenhouse Boiler, 45 Erie St., CEICAOO. ■ BoUera made of tbe beat of material, abell, flreboz Ibeetfl and heads of steel, water space all around CCroat, aides and back). Write for mformatlon. 11 GREkNHOdSES. \ 11 M/^£RIALFURNISMD \ 0 I AND ^^\ |[ llME'^ TO SUPERINTEND I ; ERBCTION JFDESi/RED.l! CYPR'ESS SASH/BARS \ ANY LEN&TH UPTO 3 2 FT,c(r L0,NGER.J( Th e A-T'S^^ea rn5 Jy m b ej- (b.,I \ N CROHS ET, B 0 STO N, M /S S . o x. MA' •♦♦♦♦♦♦♦^•-♦♦♦^^^♦♦♦♦♦^ \ Please mention (Ae American Florist when writing. Clear Gulf Cypress GREENHOUSE MATERIAL. Hot-Bed and Ventilator Sash. SIB A An A A OAMO Manufacturers and . UAuUDO ft OUnOi Greenhouse Builders, 1365 to 1373 Flushing Avenue, Estimaies Cheerfully Furnished. BROOKLYN. N. Y. FRUIT AND FLOWER PLATES Seed Packets and Supplies of all kinds tor NURSERYMEN, FLORISTS and SEEDSMEN SBND FOR PRICE LIST. Stock Cuts, lOo per sq^uare inch. Engraving by ill processes. Printing and Lithograpbing. [Uusirated Catalogues a specialty. VREDENBURG & CO., Rochester, N. Y. Pia^4^ Adjustabis Vase Holders , No. 1,— Brass, nickel, 4 feet long, 8 clasps to each rod. Price complete (with green or white tum- blers) 12.25. Price complete (with green or white oornuoopla vaies) $2.60. No. 2.— Heayy 4 ft. rod brassed and nickeled, with three clasps for 5 to 8- tnob pots, each, $1.75. Elft'i patent rubber capped Fi.owxB TuBia, IM-lnch diameter, per 100, IS.N. lOSEPH KIFT h. SON. I72B Chotinut St, Phlla.. Pa. GALVANIZED WIRE-'. AT BARGAIN ."PRICES. Fifty car loads of now galvanized wire, in short lengths, Never was used. Comes from 6 to 1 1 pauge. Put up 100 lbs. to a coil and only one size wire to each bundle. Prices raoge from »1.40 to »1.90 per On" Free Cit.losne No. 47 for the (a'skine We handle all kinds of sup ' plies tro„ Sheriff's andBecei.er'sSale. Chicago Honse Wrecking Co. WMt 35th and Iron Sta. , Clijcago. TheHorticultural Trade Journal THE LARGEST, BRiGHTEST AND BEST Horticultural Trade paper in the British Isles. It contains MORK ADVERTISEMENTS, MORE ILLUSTRATIONS and MORE NEWS than any of Its contemporaries. Read by the whole of the British trade and all the best European houses every week. Annual subscription, 75 cents. Specimen copy post free. Published weekly. Honioullural Trad* Journal Co., Padlham, Lanoi., Eog. American Florist Ads. always do business, Every day in the week, all over the country, At Home and Abroad. ^ ^ ^ r^ 312 The American Florist. Mar. IS, W OEPRRTURE,* ''VENTILaTING f\PPL)8NCE. Best and Cheapest on arth. Ml PICTER. Hi dideldidel He tune mi fiddle and play you a song of spring robbins are Robbin an flies are flying while we hear the jay Bird Sing. Dread winter is dead, Jack frost has fled and happy are we today, so bring out the plow we'le start it now With a song so merry and gay. An now we hev got the Boys tew work you Florists hed better look over the greenhouses an see wat you need in the line uv BILERS an HINGES an VENTILATIN KONTRAPSHINS, an dont make the mistak uv byin sum old stile thing kaws it is wat yer father used, when you kin get sumthing new thats better fur less muny. Send tew me fur a Kat-a-log Wat tels awl about em. Mi name iz J. I>. Ci\.I^]?^Or>Y^, an i live in :^A?'A.I«'«S^Vir*I^:R, I^J^I>., whitch iz klose to F»o«©y BCovanty. Wilks Heaters I ....BEST FOR.... Small Greenhouses, Etc. Self-Feeding Magazine. Simple, Strong, Durable. EXPANSiONTAHKS. (Sexid. for Cc»t:^los:- S. Wilks Mfg. Co. 53 S. Clinton Street, CHICAGO, ILL. igo2. The American Florist. 313 ESTABLISHEa 1868. INCORPORATED 189* n John C. IVIoninger Co. All Heart Cypress Greenhouse Construction Lumber. Our material is guaranteed to be strictly first=class, absolutely free of sap and defects. We carry constantly a large and complete stock of open-air dried lumber. This with our unexcelled facilities for manufacturing enables us to make prompt shipments. On Hot Bed 3ash, we are Leaders. Our Sash are strong and well made, tenons are White Leaded. Standard Sizes carried in stock. . Our long experience, large and extensive trade places us in a position to furnish strictly up=to=date material. If you contemplate building it will pay you to get our plans and estimates. OUR RECORD FOR 1901. — Material Furnished for over 1,200,000 Square Feet of Glass. SELLING AQENT5 FOR GARLAND GUTTER. F^r 4,^«r;.t!:s. John C. IVIoninger & Co. Lumber Yard, 3 J -4 1 Smith Ave. CHIOA.OO, IX^Iv. High Grade Heaters (ALL OAST IRON.) In o ir STANDARD BOILERS the castings con- taining water have numerous shallow chambers that hang over the fire and immediat- ly receive all heat and allow none to pass wasted to the chimney. The Boiler contains only three cored castings and is quickly erected. m WATER CASTINGS Are exposed to outside air, but protected by cast iron asbestos lined casing which effectually prevents the radiation of the heat and causes the water chambers to be entirely surrounded by the heat. SIMPLICITY OF OPERATION WITH ENORMOUS EFFICIENCY IS THE CLAIM WE MAKE FOR THIS BOILER. P. B. MAGRANE, Florst, Lynn, Mass.. says: "Your Standard Hot \Yater Boiler No. 32 is all that >ou recommend it to be. It does the work for mp nicely that other boilers have failed to do. It beats a greenh'use 80x18 and also a large two-story barn and makes them quite comfortable in the coldest weather. ^^ I highly recommend it to any one as a first-class i^g heater both from point of efficiency and economy." We make a special price on the first Boiler '^ going to a place where we have none in use. ^ Our Catalogue B contains informa- tion valuable 10 Florists and will be sent with prices on application. GIBLIN&CO., 314 The American Florist. Mar. 75; Camden, N. J. BRIGHT OUTLOOK FORBASTER BUSINESS.— BULBOUS STOCK AND GOOD PLANTS IN EVIDBNCE. The prospects for a good Easter trade are -very flattering. The growers in this vicinity are doing their utmost to make the festival a success. The severe and inclement weather has handicapped out- door trimming and lifting bulbs. The violent wind storm has made sad havoc of the trees in the parks and lawns here- abouts. The job was done in a very short time, but not as esthetic and shapely as ii done by pruning hook and saw. Modesty stood aghast in behold- ing the nude appearance of the trees in their tattered undress. Hyacinths, tulips, narcissi, spirseas and cinerarias are in evidence at fair prices. There is q uite an inquiry for violets, but wanted at fakirs' prices. Two notable funerals recently required large quantities of funeral flowers. Indications point to the extinction of the Harrisii lily at an early date. C. W. T. Springfield, Mass. DARK WEATHER CUTS DOWN SUPPLIES. — PLANTS IN GOOD SHAPE FOR EASTER. The weather has been very cloudy these two weeks, and from reports lilies, roses and carnations are going to be scarce for Easter. Potted azaleas, lilacs, spir- a;a8, Ramblers, hyacinths and rhododen- drons will be enough to supply the demand. Business is good, there being a good call for cut flowers of all kinds. Design work is quite brisk, quite a num- ber being shipped to outside points. Violets are plentiful and good, A few single violets are to be seen and sell on sight. W. Wilkinson, who has been engaged with L. D. Robinson, has gone to take charge of R. W. Day's private place in Agawan. J. Brundrett resigning to take charge of a place in Westerly, R. I. A. B. Ormsby Ventilating Apparatus Under Ormsby Patent ii6^g. For Greenhouses. Monitor Roofs, etc. It is the lightest, strongeHS neatest, quickest and most effective device ever put upon the market. Manu- lactured and for sale by M. D. VAUGHN, Office. 413 Atlantic Ave., Boston, Mass. The Highest award at the New York Carnation Show was given to a man who has forty-three (43) of our AUTOMATIC VENTILATORS OUR VENTILATORS are at work in the Central Park Conservatories. Prevents Mildew Operates to perfectloi In catch) weather. Gomnierclal growers use them largely. The Autonatic Ventilator does Its own thinking. Saves all labor. InproTos the growth tf plants. Especially good for Roses. Wllllast a life- time and sooi pay for themsjlres. The Autonatic VentUator ventilates as necessity requires. The Chadborn Patent Aotomatic Ventilator Tor Greenhouses, and also Temperature Regulator for Radiators. One of our W^ashington, D. C, patrons says, under date of Jan. 8, 1902, "I have the finest carnations in Washington." They are equally good for roses. MANUFACTURED BY THE CHADBORN [VIFG. CO. Broadway and High St., Newburg, N. Y. Our Illustrated Catalogue, Pricet, Etc., it yourt lor the aiklng. WE VENTiUTCD THE NORTH CONSERVATORY AT THE PAN-AMERI(j^N EXPOSITION AND TOOK THE GOLD MEDAL LUMBER and MATERIAL FROM THE BUFFALO EXPOSITION. We purc'titised the buildintrs and rrotiprty formorly owned hy the exposition and niiw offer Tor sale 33,000.000 feet of fine seasoned lumber. Thousands of Sash. Windows and Doors. En- gines. Boilers, Pumps and Machinery in general. Mile upon mile of Iron Pipe, Electrical appa- ratus of various kinds. Fire Apparatus. Iron Beams, Trusses, Columns. Benches, Builders* Hardware and thonsandsof other items too numerous to nn'ntion. All of the al)ove ■will be in- elutlrd in our Exposition Catalogue, mailed on application. OUR PRICES WILL ASTONISH YOU CHICAGO HOUSE WRECKING CO., Pan-American Dept. No. 76, BUFFALO, N. Y. D. 0. Giinninoiiaiii Glass Co., -PITTSBURG, PA. Tank Window Glass. Hol-House Glass fl Speclaltu. Please mention the A merican Florist when writing;. ^^Standard The lightest running, moat rapid and powerful ventilat- ing raaohlnory in the market. Duplex Gutters, Minin of wroiii^ht. or eiistiron with Bi^ir udjUHtin^ HtiHh bar clips. The onlv Drip Proof Metal Gutter offered to the Public. Send for my cata- logue free. E. Hippard, Youngstown, 0. Hease tnent ion tfu American Florist when wtHinjr igo2. The American Florist. 315 ^MMMWJMiWiiMVMMMiiMiWMMWiMMiMM)MMN!MMM^ (ur Challenge Rol- ler Bearing Appa- ratus complete on a greenhouse. Our Large Liner, for heavy duty. Our Adjustable Arm. Our No. 3 Hanger. --The-- Evans Improved Challene^e Roller Bearing Ventilating Apparatus. WRITE FOR CATALOGUE. MANUFACTURED BY QUAKER CITY MACHINE CO., Richmond, Ind. ■^WWMMWWSMWNWWWWMWMMWMMWMWffWWWWMMWMWMWMWMWWMamWftWM^ TESTIMONIALS OF NINETY-SEVEN LEADING GROWERS SHOW THAT THE GARLAND IRON GUTTERS 90,000 FEET CONTAIN ALL THE VALUABLE POINTS OF MERIT CLAIMED FOR THEM. Have been put to practical test since I first advocated their use as an economizer. I am not offering to the public an article leased on theoretical ideas; neither do I aim to duplicate sham gutters which are gotten up for the purpose of getting your money without value received, but I can show houses which have been up 13 years, and anyone who is inclined to persuasion by theoretical argument, as is set forth by people who would mislead them, should in- vestigate more fully. Owing to the increased demand for my gutter and cast iron posts I have enlarged my foundry so that I will be able to fill orders promptly. My gutter is fully protected by patents, and if you buy the original, complications cannot arise. GEO. M. GARLAND, PATENTEE AND MANUFACTURER. DESPLAINES, ILL. J. C. MONINGER CO., CHICAGO, SELLING AGENTS. J 316 The American Florist. Mar. T£, kidez to AdvertiBcn. Advertising rates. .. 256 AUenJK 2M AmericanB!owerCo IV American Rose Co . ; 2851 I' Amling Albert F . . . S86 imling EC 269 263 Asohmann Godfrey. 280 Baldwin A J 288 296 Bailer FA 294 Bftssett & Wash- burn 259 278 282 RaurS Alfred I Bausman D H • ■>06 Bayersdorter H V A 310 Faxon MB 3'j1 Kelthouscn J E 304 Fisih.r Paul 292 Kisher Peter 2«6 Foley M'gCo 311 FtowCS 286 (ford Bros 361 375 Poster Lucius H.... 296 Gardeners Chronicle 31u Gardening Co 307 Garland Frank 259 Garland Geo M :il5 Qeller Sigmund 310 Qhormley Wm...261 274 Giblln Jk Co 813 Good A Reese Co... 297 Grand Kupida Vio- let Co 292 GrlswoldMrs 373 270 392 . 258 Groenewegen&Zoon 264 Guardian Ansel Flo 281 GuUett Vi II & Sons 293 Gunther Wm H .... 261 Qurney Heater Co. . 316 Guttman Alex J — 331 HailAss'n 303 Hammond W A.... 373 Hancock G &Son.. 283 HarperSL 284 Hart M A 258 261 Heacock Joseph 273 303 HeinlJohn G II Heiss J B 30O Hennecke CCo 308 Herendeen Mfg Co. IV Herr Albert M 293 Herrmann A 307 HerronDana R 297 Hews A H &Co.... 308 Hilflnger Bros 308 Hill The E G Co I Hippard E 310 314 Hitchings &. Co. 4th special cover IV HolmesH L 291 Holton&Hunkel Co 372 Hooker H M Co 316 Horan Edw 0 261 HornorChasB&Son. 394 Hort Adv 306 Horticultural Trade Journal Co 311 Hose Connent'n Co. II Hubbard T S Co . . . . 364 Humfeld C 271 Hunt E H 259 368 Invalid Appl'oeOo. 303 Irvine John A Sons. 296 Jacob A Allison.... 310 Jacobs S & Sons 311 316 Jackson hdw B .... 300 Jennings EB 301 Jessamine Gardens. 296 Johnson & Stokes.. 263 Kasting W F 260 Keller Bros 308 Keller Geo & Son. . . 308 Kellogg Geo M 361 Kennicott Bros Co.. 265 380 Kervan Co The 289 Kift Joseph & Son.. 311 Kohr A F 308 Kreshover L J 288 Krick WC 307 Kroesohell Bros Co. 31 1 Kuehn C A 2.58 KuhlGeoA...392 296 297 Lager & Hurrell.... 295 Lang Julius 261 Langjahr AH 261 LaRocheM F 300 Little Chas 294 Livingston Seed Co II LocklandLumCo — 314 Long (J 290 LongDB II Lonsdale Edwin 280 I Loomis Floral Co. . . 281 Lord & BurnhamCo 3Qd special cover IV Llewellyn 292 Lucas J & Co Ill Mader Paul 391 May John N 283 McCarthy N F & Co 260 269 McCuUouzh's Sons 262 McDonald Bros 308 McKeller & Winter- son Co 273 McMorranE &Co.. 306 McNally E 307 Mercer Floral Co. . . 281 MiohiganCut Flow- er Ex 258 Michig.in Seed Co.. 291 Millang Chas... 261 278 Millang Frank 2J1 Mitting Floral Co.. 279 MoUer's Zeltung.... IH Monlnger J CCo... 313 Montana Fertilizer Co 307 Moon Wm H Co.... 261 Moore G P 301 Moore, Hentz & Nash 261 Moss GeoM 260 MottSeed ABulbCosSl Muno John 260 284 Murray.! C 2«l Nan/, CO 298 Nelson E A 281 N Y Cut Flower Co. 280 N Y Cut Flower Ex. 260 Nlessen Leo 260 Olbertz J 310 Osiuan * (Jo 11 Pea.;ock W P 288 Pennook Sam'l S. . 3fli) Perkins John J 361 Pinnhurst Nursi'rli'S 294 Poehlmann Bros Co. 259 PittsburgCutFloCo 258 PoUworth C C Co. . . 308 Pritchard JN 294 Purnell \V Z 294 QuakerCityMachCo 315 Ralph John 288 Randall A L £.59 269 286 Randolph Bros 295 Eawson W W & Co. II Raynor JI 261 267 Regan Print House. 309 Reinberg Geo 359 270 282 Reinberg Peter.. 259 287 Rice Bros 25g Rice M A Co 307 Rippley Hd'\yare Co 306 Robinson H M A Co 258 Roebling's John A Sons * Co 307 Roemer Fred II Roland Thomas 373 Rolker A A Sons.... 391 Schillo Adam IV Schmidt J C 289 Scott Robt A Son... 371 Share Louis A 304 Shearer F ASon.... 297 ShellroadGreenh'8. 279 Sheridan W F...361 2^0 Siebrecht ASon..299 I Sim Wm £98 Situations A Wants 2i7 Skabcura Dip Co. . . 306 Smith Nath A Son.. 298 Smith WL 298 Smith W ATCo.... I Soupert A Netting.. 284 So Park Floral Co.. 284 Spangler E J A Co.. II Sprague Smith Co. . 310 Stearns Lumber Co. 311 SteiuholT H C 303 StetTensEmil 307 Storrs AHarrisonCo . 296 StrykerS D 307 Sutherland Q A. 260 271 Suzuki A lida 290 Swahn Pot Mfg Co. 308 Swayne Wm 286 Syracuse Pottery Co 308 Taylor John H 284 TeasE Y 294 Teilmann Gunnar.. 298 Thompson J D Car- nation Co 286 Thompson Mark.... 364 Thorburn J M ACo. 290 Tobacco Warehouse- ing A Trading Co 307 Traendly A Schenck 261 279 Turnley C W 295 Under Feed Stoker Co. ..3rd special cover VandegrirtFBACo.. 264 Vaughn M D 314 Vaughan's Seed Store 262 389 290 293 303 304 I II Vick's Sons Jas .... II Vredenburg ACo.. 311 Wa ban Rose Cons.. I Walker Fred 270 Warburton C 33 Watson Geo C II Weathered's Sons Thos 316 Weber H A Sons.... 281 Weeber A Don II Weiland A Ri8cb259 271 Welch Bros 260 2:6 West View Flo Co.. 280 Whilldin Pot Co.... 308 Whitnall C B 306 Whltton A Sons.... 295 Wietor Bros 274 WilksS MfgCo.... 313 WilmoreW W 30o Winandy Michael.. 386 ' Wlttbold Geo Co.... 301 Wolf A Q A Bro . . IV Wolf John 3.58 Wood Bros 273 Wood TWA Sons. . 263 Woodfall Bros 283 Young Jno 361 Young W G 310 Young A Nugent... 2C1 Cataloeue Illustrations. We lell Blectroi of the fine Uluitra- tloni niedlnthe Ambrican Plorist at 16 cti. per iqnare Inch, Send lilt of yoar needi to THE AMERICAN FLORIST CO, GOOD A GENERATION AGO ! Good Today! Good Always! The WEATHERED BOILER and the prlnoiplea on which it is conBtructed have stood the test of years. If you want a reliable heater, there are none as ^ood as the WEATHERED. Endorsed by hundreds of Flo- rists. Send for desoriptive list. Thos. W. Weathered's Sons, 4< MAmON ST,, NEW YORK CITY. Holds Class Firmly See the Point «»■ PEERLESS Glftzlnftr Points are the beat. No rights or lefta. Box oT 1,000 poinU 76 Ota. poitpafd. HENRY A, DREER, 714 ChPitnat St., Pfcll.,, Pa. AND etnj CYPRESS MATERIAL HOTBED SASH. Catalogues and esti- mates furnlBhed. S. JACOBS & SONS, 1S66-1873 Flushing Ave., Brooklyn. N, Y. WROUGHT IRON PIPE Good condition, used short time only; new threads and couplings; for Steam, Ga8 or Water; sizes from H to 12 inch diameter. Our price per foot on Vlo-'hlfl 3c i on 1 inch 3M^ W. 861h nnd Ir.m Sts., CHICAGO. DORIC HEATER Crops Grown With "Ourncy" Heaters cost less than other crops because "Gurncy" Heaters wea' longer than others, besides returning ttie maximum of hea^ from the fuel consumed. How can you expect to compete with those who gru\v crops cheaper than vou do? Tli"-r<''8 just one way to do it: PUT IN A "UURNBY" nEATBR. Send for latest catalogue right awav. GIRNEY HEATER MEG. CO. 74. FRANKLIN ST,. BOSTON, 111 FIFTH AVE.. NEW YORK OITY. Western Selling Agents. lAMES B. CLOW & SONS, 222-224 Lake St., Chicago, III. 1^/ • ■■. • ^a • B^ • I GREENHOUSl GLASS I I OUK SPECIALTY. I LRRCC SracK<' «■ ^ ^ ,:> PROMPT SHIPMENT. I I -n^ Porelinsced Oil Putty.Pjinfolruslies Itt «g^ Write tor. latest prices. ^ Please mention the American Florist when wriling HmErici is "tbs Praw nf ths JIbssbI; tbBre may ie mnrB cnmfart Hmidsbips, but wb rtb tbs Brst to touch Unknown Seas," Vol. XVIII. CHICAQO AND NEW YORK, MARCH 22, 1902. No. 720. IpLHiii IMmmmsm lFik@iMST Sbtentbknth Year. Copyright 1902, by American Florist Company. Entered as Seoond-Class Mail Matter. PUBLIBHKD BVKBY SATtTBDAT BY AMERICAN FLORIST COMPANY, 334 Dearborn St.. ChlcaKO. Baitern Otflc*: 79 Milk St., Boston. Subscription, $1.00 a year. To Europe, 12.00. Subscriptions accepted only from the trade. SOCIETY OF AMERICAN FLORISTS AND ORNAMENTAL HORTICULTURISTS. Ofticebs — JoHK Burton, Philadelphia, Pa., presiden J. W. C. Deake, Asheville, N. C, vice- presideni, Wm. J. Stewart, 79 Milk Street, Boston, Mass., secretary; H. B. Bbattt, Oil City, Pa., treasurer. The eighteenth annual meeting will be held at Asheville, N. C, August, 1902. THE AMERICAN CARNATION SOCIETY. Annual convention at Brooklyn, N. Y., Feb- ruary, 1903. Albert M. Uebr, Lancaster, Fa., secretary. AMERICAN ROSE SOCIETY. Leonard Babbon, 136 Liberty St., New York, secretary. CHRYSANTHEMUM SOCIETY OF AMERICA. Annual meeting at Asheville, N. C, August, 1902. Edwin Lonsdale, Chestnut Hill, Pa., Sec'y. THIS ISSUE 44 PAGES WITH COVER. CONTENTS. The Easter lily trouble 317 Tobacco dust fumigating pan (iUus.) 318 Philadelphia Easter stock 318 Spring exhibition at Boston 318 The Toronto carnation show 318 The effect of ether in^forjing plants (illus.) 319 Rose Mrs. Oliver Ames in England 320 Chrysanthemums — From a commercial stand- point 320 With the growers — Minneapolis Flaral Co.. Minneafolis 321 Chicago 332 New York 322 Philadelphia 3;'2 Boston 323 Baltimore 323 Pittsburg 323 Greenhouse building 324 Society of American Florists 324 Concerning puppy dogs 324 Obituary 324 The seed trade 3J0 —Plan of seea distribution 330 The nursery trade 33J St. Paul 3J2 Our pastimes — At New York 334 —At Chicago 334 —At rlatbush 334 Rochester, N. Y 338 Montreal 338 Toronto 340 Cincinnati 344 Minneapolis 34tJ Syracuse N Y 348 Lowell. Mass 350 Nan Francisco 352 Wheeling, W. Va 354 The Easter Lily Trouble. C. H. KONEY, JAMESTOWN, N. Y. In regard to the lily tro ubles complained of in Philadelphia, we find it general through the country this season, of Japan longiflorum. We concur in what Mr. Michell says, that in the great eagerness of most growers to have lilies early lies a good deal of their trouble. We have noticed in the past two years that the "Japs" have not allowed the bulbs to mature and ripen properly. It can be readily traced to a small stem that still remains in the bulb when received and shows it has been cut out with some sharp instrument and that the bulbs do not have that bright golden yellow appearance that a well ripened bulb will have. I have found that all bulbs that have made a start, being bought a few weeks later, have all done well and pro- duced good plants and well developed flowers. The bulbs with no vitality we have thrown away after we find they do not start, in a week or twoafterpotting. If our growers will be satisfied with December for delivery of Japanese stock and not hurry shipment and give the bulbs time to properly ripen I think the loss would be reduced to a minimum. I have always insisted on getting my bulbs on the last shipment, but confess I do not know whether this has always been done, but I do know that the later bulbs will outgrow the earlier shipments and that there is no trouble in getting them in for Easter even when this festival is at its earliest date. A. N. PIEESON, CROMWELL, CONN. I have read the article on "Lily Troubles in Philadelphia" and find that the experi- ences of those whom it quotes hamonize fully with my own. I bought about 42,000 Japan longiflorum bulbs and, while I do not find many diseased ones among them, I do find a mixture of several varieties, each requiring a different temperature to bring it into bloom at the same time as the others. But this is not the worst of it. Between twenty-five and thirty per cent of the lilies have to be thrown out after growing them about two months because of their inferior quality. They are curled up and twisted and the sooner they are discovered and destroyed the better it is for the rest. They are utterly worthless, for even il you allowed them to bloom, the flower would be as imperfect as the stem, and of course unsalable. This defect cannot be laid to any one importer, as I bought my bulbs from several of the leading houses in this country, with exactly the same result. Those bought for multiflora were mixed in the same way. The same is true of the Bermuda lilies of late years. Last year I bought 3 7,000 Harrisii. These were potted and grown until about eight inches high. Then enought of them were planted out to fill two houses. It was expected that they would be in bloom, onehousefor Thanks- giving and the other for Christmas. We did cut some at these times and have been cutting from these two houses ever since. About one-third have not flowered yet and I am confident will not be in bloom by Memorial day, although all have been treated exactly alike. A good many of these bulbs are mixed Japan longiflorum, that have probably spent one or two seasons in Bermuda and then been newly christened Harrisii. A few years ago I bedded out lilies in this way and had the whole house in perfect bloom at one time. But after my experience this year I shall not bed any more Harrisii lilies. If there is any truth in the old saying that "Misery loves company," it may be comforting to our Philadelphia friends to know that the "lily troubles" are not confined to their city alone. ANTON THEN, CHICAGO, ILL. My longiflorum lilies this season started good and strong. I thought I would have the best lilies this time, but in four to six weeks after we brought them into the house about one-third commenced to curl up, and we began to work with the wheelbarrow and the pile outside grew to be a nice ornament. You all know what this means. One of my shippers told me last year that we growers don't put the bulbs deep enough in the ground when first potted. This year I started them in 6-inch pots two inches deep and plunged them outside until rooted. They were handled with the best of care, but I found the same trouble and lost 1,500 out of 3,500 bulbs. Now I wonder what is next. My idea is that the bulbs are taken up before they are ripe and, second, that lilies grown on the same land for many years are getting like potatoes, no good. Third, I think over-production is a cause; fourth, if the growers will demand better stock and not pay for poor bulbs (it prices were again as high for good bulbs it will save time, labor and space) we soon will have better lilies for Easter, without having the headache for two or three months previous. 318 The American Florist. Mar. 22, Tobacco Dost Fumigating Pan. The accompanying illustration is from a photograph of a pan which we are using for fumigating with tobacco dust. It is by far the most effective method we have ever tried, also easy to manage and inexpensive. Take an ordinary "dripping pan" 8x12 inches, cut the bot- tom out, leaving a margin of the same of one inch. Fold the piece so cut out to form a "leg," to tilt the pan, and rivet it on. Take fine wire netting, folding the four sides to give it strength, and insert in place of the bottom which has been cut out, letting it rest on the shoulders which were left. Fill about one-half full with tobacco dust. Put a little kerosene oil at lowest point of pan to ignite the dust. It will not flame but will smoulder for several hours and will eflectually dispose of the aphis. Eight pans to a house 18x100 are suffi- cient. The dust costs about 50 cents per 100 pounds and that quantity will fumigate twenty to 25,000 feet of glass two to three times. The writer is indebted to Chas. H. Allen for this method of fumigating. L. E. Marquiseb. [Philadelphia Easter Stock. A tour among the growers of Easter stock just now is a great pleasure; in fact it is inspiring. He must indeed be of a very phlegmatic temperament whose nature is not stirred as he passes from one house of well grown plants to another, which, just bursting into bloom, shows the perfection of the "art which doth mend nature." The features of this stock may be said to be Robt. Scott & Son's house of Crim- son Ramblers. The first sight of this gorgeous mass of bloom fairly takes one's breath away. They are individu- ally and collectively the finest I haveever seen. A very "creamy" lot of lilies are also to be seen here. They carry more flowers to the single stem than the great majority seen this season. W. K. Harris' house of bougainvillea is perhaps the second feature in this grand display. This is another breath sus- pender, as one hesitates for words to do Jt justice. Why don't others undertake this plant? It should be a money maker everywhere. Mr. Harris is also in it with his hydrangeas, which are as near right in color, both pink and blue form, and flowering condition as it is possible to get them. His blue ones at $15 are stunners. The azaleas are also gilt edged and in good variety, the Vander Cruys- sens being of beautiful color. A house of deutzias, two of spireeas, a lot of bulbous stock and a fine lot of valley in poti and pans, and we must mention some choice rhododendrons and lilacs, and a house of genistas, which are grown better here than anywhere else in the country. Robert Craig & Son have perhaps the greatest variety of well grown stock to be seen anywhere. Although a great many lilies were thrown out, yet thousands of very fine planti are seen, just right for the season. Azaleas are the strong point here; house after house of the choicest stock is to be seen, each if anything hand- somer than the other and seemingly right to the hour in point of time. Two large houses of Ramblers are also in great shape but nearly all marked sold Spiraeas here are also well flowered, many of them the new Gladstone. Messrs. Craig & Son are also very strong on bulbous stock and have thousands of tulips and hyacinths in pots and pans, which are almost worth a journey to see. Double flowering cherries, acacias and hybrid roses about make up the assort- ment, which is fully up to the standard of former years. Hugh Graham has a fine lot of lilies, very well grown, and azaleas in quan- tity, also some extra quality hyacinths. H. A. Dreer confines his Easter assort- ment to azaleas, of which they have an elegant stock, all cf last fall's importa tion. George Anderson has his usual fine stock of lilies, now all sold. J. W. Col- flesh is strong in lilies and azaleas, which with daisies, hydrangeas and cinerarias and a line of bulbous stock make up the assortment. Jacob Becker has his usual lot of choice azaleas and a fine batch of lilies. James Cole has a nice lot of azaleas, lilies, geraniums, heliotrope and cinera- rias. George Carpenter has a nice batch of healthy, well flowered lilies and hydrangeas. Julius Koehler has a good PAN FOR FUMIGATING WITH TOBACCO DUST. assortment of lilies, azaleas, daisies and bulbous stock. Westcott Brothers are well prepared with lilies, hydrangeas, cinerarias, daisies, spirsas and a great stock of hyacinths. Harry Faust has a nice Eastc- assortment of lilies, azaleas, genistas and bulbous stock The Flora- croft Greenhouses, at Moorestown, have lilies, hydrangeas. Ramblers and hybrid roses, a scarce article this season. Sam'l Bunting is very strong in lilies and has a large lot in single and double plants. He has also a large lot of bulb- ous stock. Taking the stock of the various growers collectively we have never seen a finer assortment and all look forward to a great business, for all the choice stock has been sold for weeks and at present the con- ditions are favorable to a complete sweep. K. Spring Exhibition at Boston. The spring exhibition of the Massa- chusetts Horticultural Society opened Wednesday noon with the large exhibi- tion hall well filled with multi-colored groups, spring flowering bulbs and other brilliant material, the view looking from the loggia being gorgeous in the extreme, lacking only a necessary setting of green background, for which no provision had been made, and which was afforded only in the groups of Farquhar and T. S. Bailey, both of which were effectively arranged. The most extensive exhibitors were Ewell, bulbs; Bussey Institution, bulbs forced shrubs, herbaceous and wild flow- ers; Mrs.Cheney, Lorraine begonia»,cycla- mensand cinerarias; G. T. Fabyan andC. H. Souther, cyclamens; Botanic Garden, obconicas, lachenalias, cyclamens and violets notforcompetition; Mrg. Gardner, bulbi and primroses; Dr. Weld, ericaiand hard-wooded plants. The most sensa- tional feature was Pierson's Nephrolepis Piersoni, which received the rare distinc- tion of a gold medal. It was pronounced the most notable introduction in decora- tive ferns since Adiantum Farleyense. Wm. McAllister, gardener to Mrs. J. C. Whitney, showed Dendrobium nobile carrying over 1,300 flowers and was awarded a silver medal. The cyclamens, always grand in this show, were the best ever seen here. Cinerarias were fully up to the past averages. The bulbous material was uniform and good, Ewell's display being particularly varied and comprehensive. L. H. Foster received a certificate for Nephrolepis Fosterianna. Cut blooms were shown in the small hall. Notable displays of orchids came from W. P. Windsor, Peter Murray, gar- dener, and J. E. Rothwell, E. Johansen, gardener, the first named receiving a silver gilt medal and the second a silver medal. A fine collection forty named hybrid perpetual roses came from Col. Col. Chas. Pfaff, Geo. Melvin, gardener. Helen Gould-Balduin and Liberty in excellent form were shown by the Waban Conservatories and Bride and Brides- maid came from J. Pritchard. Premiums were awarded as follows: For specimen azalea, to Dr. Weld; for Lorraine begonia, to Mrs. Cheney; for ericas, to Dr. Weld; for specimen orchid, to Mrs. Whitton, W. P. Winsor and Mrs. Gardner; for specimen stove plant, to Mrs. Gardner and Dr. Weld; for hard- wooded greenhouse plant, to Dr. Weld; for forced shrubs, to the Bussey Institu- tion and Mrs. Gardner; for primroses, to Dr. Weld and Mrs. Gardner; for poly- anthuses, to Mrs. Gardner; for cycla- mens, to Mrs. Cheney and C. H. Souther; for cyclamens in 7-inch pots, to Geo. F. Fabyan and Mrs. Cheney; for specimen cyclamen, to C. H. Souther and Mrs. Cheney; for six cinerarias, toE. J. Mit- ton, Mrs. Cheney, Mrs. Gardner and Dr. Weld; for three specimen cinerarias, to Mrs. Cheney and Mrs. Gardner; for speci- men cineraria to Mrs. Gardner, E. J. Mitton and Mrs. Cheney; for hyacinths, two firsts to Dr. Weld, to E. S. Converse one first, to Mrs. Gardner one first and three seconds, to the Bussey Institution one first and three seconds; for tulips to Warren Ewell one first, one second and a third, to Dr. Weld one second and to E. S. Converse one second; for narcissi and jonquils, to Dr. Weld three firsts and one second, to Ewell two firsts and one second; for lily of the valley, to Bussey Institution, Ewell and Peter B. Bradley; for crocuses, to Bussey Institution and Ewell; for ixias and tritomas, to Dr. Weld; for Roman hyacinths, to Weld, Ewell and Bussey Institution; for gen- eral bulb display, to Bussey Institution and Ewell; tor cut roses all prizes for per- petuals to Col. Chas. Pfaff; for Bride and Bridesmaid to John Pritchard; for Lib- erty to Waban Conservatories. On carnations, which were a feature of the second day, M. A. Patten was (irst for Marquis, Lorna, Bradt, Lawson and Roosevelt, second for Morning Glory and Wolcott. Peter P. Bradley was first and second for vase of 100 blooms. The weather was rainy^ and disagree- able during the first two days. The Toronto Carnation Show. The third annual carnation show of the Toronto Gardeners' and Florists' Association was held in the Pavilion of the Horticultural Gardens, on March 13, and both from the nnmber and quality igo2. The American Florist. 319 of the blooms shown this meeting was certainly the most successful of its kind yet held in this vicinity. This meeting is practically a carnation meeting of Can- ada, and it is as much looked forward to as the one which is held by our brothers across the line. The weather was very favorable, and nearly all shipments which arrived from a distance came in very good condition. A very large number of people inspected the display, and the result cannot be other than beneficial in giving the carna- tion one of the first places in the florist basiness. Something over 5,000 blooms were shown, many of which were the new varieties. The best was Adonis, shown by the E. G. Hill Company, of Indiania, and was awarded the challenge cap, which was ofiered by the horticul- tural society. L. E. Marquisee, with Empire State, was second, and the Dale estate, with Gov. Roosevelt, was third. The Chicago Carnation Company sent a nice vase of Mrs. Potter Palmer, which is a fine bright red and worthy of praise. R. Witterstatter sent a nice lot of Enquirer, which were fine blooms but a little ofi' color. Domer's exhibit arrived sleepy, but Bassett & Washburn put up a particularly good exhibit. C. Warburton showed Cressbrook, which was a very nice pink with good stem. J. Gammage & Son, of London, put up a nice table of carnations. R. Jennings, of Brampton, showed some nice Beauty roses and carnations. The Dale estate, Brampton, showed Loma, which was very good. Wm. Fendley had a good display of carna- tions and violets. Among the local exhibitors, T. H. Dun- lop had the largest exhibit of carnations in the hall, having several tables filled with the newer varieties In splendid shape. His vase of Lawson were very fine flowers but a little off color. Mr. Dunlop also received special mention ior his exhibit of azaleas and rhododendrons. The Toronto Floral Company showed a fine vase of mixed carnations, and Man- ton Brothers showed a nice exhibit of orchids. W. Lawrence had a good exhibit of carnations, lilies and roses, and Jay & Son had a fine display of mixed plants and good carnations. Exhibition Park had a fine collection of flowering plants, and Horticultural Gardens a fine exhibition of plants. The judges were D. G. Manton and F. Dicks, of London. The visitors vrere Messrs. Gammage and Dicks, of London; Webster and Brown, of Hamilton; Fendley, Jennings, Webb and Watkins, of Brampton, and Ewing, of Berlin. H. G. D. The Effect of Ether in Forcing Plants. In Lejardia, M. Albert Maumene sum- marizes the results of experiments under the above heading at the experiment station at Dresden, the gist of which we give herewith: In the early forcing of shrubs no one can neglect the advantages resulting from the use of ether. The commercial man must take into account that certain species can not only be brought into flower earlier and thus bring an advanced price, but that they occupy the houses a much shorter time and thus the expense of growing is greatly reduced. It is stated by the author, as a proved fact, that the saving in the time required in the house will more than cover the additional expense of the process, having the advanced price obtained by being first in the market as a net profit. EFFECT OF ETHER IN FORCING PLANTS. Etherized plant of Lilac Marie Legraye in bloom. Experiments with the lilac, the varie- ties used being Marie Legraye, Charles X and Leon Simon, showed the flowers fully expanded in eighteen days afcer being brought into the houses, Marie Legraye being even earlier than this. In the forcing of shrubs for a very early date, while those not treated have flowered only poorly, the treated plants have produced much better flowers, eight to ten days earlier. Etherized plants are even found to force at a much lower tem- perature than those not so treated. In addition to the lilacs, Azalea mollis and the viburnums responded readily to the treatment; Prunus triloba was more rebellious; while the flowers of Deutzia gracilis were spoiled. Lily of the valley, etherized and placed In heat (about 75°) on November 21, flowered forty per cent, while those not etherized flowered only two per cent. For much later forcing theethering process does not seem advis- able. In treating roses so marked a suc- cess has not been shown, although the flowers were earlier. Cut branches of Azalea mollis flowered in twenty-three days, while branches not so treated were twelve days late. Viburnum plicatum, etherized and placed in heat December 2, was in full flower on the 14th, while the plants not etherized flowered very poorly a long time later. Azalea mollis treated November 26 and brought into the house November 28, was covered with flowers on December 20, although the untreated plants were only poorly flowered in early January. As the normal flowering sea- son approaches, the action of ether becomes less and less marked, so that its use is especially indicated for the months of November and December. The application of this process requires, of course, considerable care. The vapor of ether is very inflammable and the work must be done in the absence of fire and artificial light. The box or apart- ment in which the plants are treated must be absolutely tight, as the vapor will otherwise escape, for they must be in an evenly etherized atmosphere about forty-eight hours. Arrangements must also be made for rapid and complete ven- tilation when the exposure has been suffi- ciently long. The article from which we condense this account is accompanied by illustrations of the subjects, treated and untreated. With the lilac, Marie Legraye, and Viburnum plicatum tomentosum, the flowers and foliage on treated plants were fully expanded while the buds on those not treated were just beginning to 320 The American Florist. Mar. 22, swell. It is worthy of note that the lilac foliage on the treated plants was developed with the flowers and was yig- orons and of good color, instead of weak and pale, as usually occurs in early forcing. We are indebted to Professor Ledien, of Dresden, for the photographs from which the accompanying illustrations were pre- pared. Some of the pictures appeared in Lejardin first, however. Rose Mrs. Oliver Ames in England. With the rose of to-day, as seen on the exhibition tables, we are afraid there is an ever growing tendency towards deli- cacy and some of the most handsome forms in cultivation are too evanescent to be of use for cut purposes. That one of the varieties shown at a recent meet- ing of the R. H. S. committees at the Drill Hall, Westminster, was not lacking in the power of endurance was demon- strated by the fact of it having with- stood a fourteen days' journey before being put on the show board. It was sent by John May, Summit, N.J., U. S. A. A grand bunch of it was shown and greatly admired, and their durability commented on by all. The blooms were large and deep. The prevailing color was shsll pink, giving place in the center to salmon-pink, and on the outside to bufl- pink. Some of the color may have been lost in the long journey, but it was still charming. The beauty of the blooms was greatly enhanced by the crimped and waved margins of the otherwise shell-like petals. The foliage, like the blooms, was in good condition and exhibited every evidence that the general habit of the plant was very vigorous. To crown all, the blooms were carried well up on stiff stems, so much favored and lightly so by the American growers, and possessed a pleasing fragrance. Roses are largely cultivated in the United States for winter work, and for this purpose they are grown upon benches under glass and forced for the sake of cut flowers. That the variety is well adapted for this purpose there cannot be a doubt. — Gar- deninfr World. CHRYSANTHEMUMS. FROM THE COMMERCIAL STANDPOINT. Chrysanthemums for commercial pur- poses should be classed in three different sections, those which produce for the open market the highest grade of bloom; sec- ond, the cheaper grade of stock grown for the open market, the principal use for this class of stock being as a "fill-up," pushing it along with all possible speed and getting it out of the way in as short a time as nature will allow; third, the varieties of the grower who caters direct to his patrons and consequently has a wider field, he being in a position to be able to grow a larger assortment of the different forms, many of which are the most beautiful and artistic but too deli- cate for the rough handling in the com- mercial market. In dealing with section one, when we aim to produce high grade blooms, the first businesi in order ii to select the proper sorts to grow, and to do this and to make any money on them, we want only such varieties as will come near pro- ducing 100 per cent perfect flowers which will stand the wear and tear of getting them to market and give satisfaction to the buyer afterwards. The following is a list of varieties most suitable for this purpose: Yellow: Soleil de Octobre, Major Bon- naffon, Col. D. Appleton, Yellow Mrs. J. Jones and Golden Wedding. White: Ivory, Mrs. Henry Robinson, Mrs. Jerome Jones, W. H. Chadwick and Y'anoma. Pink: Viviand-Morel, Lavender Queen and Superba. Other colors: Chas. Davis and Geo. W. Childs. These should be rooted between March 20 and April 1, potted into 2 inch pots and given a 'ight place with a night temperature of about 50°. Alter they take hold of the soil it will be a very little while before they will need a shift. Attend to this at once, so as not to let them become root bound. Pot into 3-inch pots, giving them a little space between each plant when setting them on the bench to prevent their becoming drawn. It will be necessary to watch closely to see that the plants do not suffer for the want of water. This size pot will carry them along to plant- EFFECT OF ETHER IN FORCING PLANTS. Non-etherized plant of Lilac M:irie Legi':i3e before forcing commenced. ing out time, which should be soon after the first of June, alter the usual work has been done in getting the house and benches ready. Always make sure of four and one- half feet head room for Ivory, Mrs. J. Jones, Yellow Jonesand Soleil de Octobre. The other varieties will need a foot more. Choose a good, live, rich soil. Fresh soil that has been stacked over winter is the proper thing, with the lumps broken up, so it can be bandied, but not so fine as ii it had been silted. A little of the fibr- ous turf mixed through the soil for the roots to work on I have found to be quite beneficial. Add about one part of cow manure combined with a sprinkling of horse manure to three parts of soil. After the benches are filled for kin a good dress- ing of bone meal, making the beds as firm as possible, setting the plant* about eight inches apart each way. Syringe several times a day at the start to pre- vent wilting, after which they delight in a damping down two or three times a dav and must be watered when occasion requires it and given all the light and air the house will allow. The general routine of the work for a time after planting is to free the beds of any weeds that appear, keep all side shoots picked out and the plants free from aphis. After the plants have taken a good hold of the soil give the beds a light dressing of air-slaked lime and when the roots are found to be pushing up through the top of the soil a light dressing of well-rotted manure will be necessary, but after this has been put on do not allow it to become caked, but loosen it up every little while, being careful not to disturb the young roots too much. In taking the buds on this early planted stock great care will have to be exercised or failure will result, therefoie all side shoots or buds that appear along in July must be removed as soon as large enough to handle. By so doing yon give the plants a show to mature and throw the right bud at the proper time, which in most cases will be about August 20. After the buds are taken the suckers from the bottom will begin to give trouble and should be removed as soon as large enough. When the buds have com- menced to form apply a weak form of liquid manure and gradually increase the strength as the buds expand, letting down again as they begin to show color. After this keep all stems tied up and give particular attention to the ventilation at this time to prevent draughts should a cold, wet spell come on. Stock for the second grade can be prop- agated at the end of April, during May or in the first part of June, potted up as soon as rooted and planted out on the benches between June 15 and July 15, or a little latter will do no harm for late varieties. In selecting varieties for this section we can add to the list chosen for the first section, all the well known early varieties, such as Lady Fitzwygram, Y'ellow Fitzwygram, Glory of Pacific, and such midseason and late varieties as Mrs. Perrin, Niveus, Mrs. Murdock, Mutual Friend, Xeno and W. H. Lincoln. To produce stock suitable for this trade the plants can be set close together but 1 would not advise setting them closer than five inches each way, and also after the plants take hold of the soil the tops can be taken out and the plants run to two or three blooms as you wish. With late struck stock some varieties will grow straight ahead and not form any bud until about September 1. It is per- fectly safe to select this bud for the bloom and in most cases it will make the best flower. Any florist, who grows for retail, will display mighty good taste by adding some pompon varieties to his list, also some anemones, both of which should be grown naturally, with very little if any disbudding. The plumed section should also come in for recogni- tion here and will prove a bigattraction. There are also several distinct varieties such as lora, Mrs. F. A. Constable, Nyanza, Chito, Mrs. A. J. Drexel and several more mighty pretty things that do not find favor with the retail florists of large cities but could be used to good advantage by the man who grows to sell from the greenhouse. C. W. Johnson. Birmingham, Ala.— There is bad blood between the two leading florists of this city and on March 15 they engaged in a game of fisticull j in the street, but were separated by their friends before any harm was done. igo2. The American Florist. 321 A- EFFECT OF ETHER IN FORCING PLANTS. Viburnum plicHtum tomentosum; very bad grower early in season; both plants etherized November 14, tlouering January 1. WITH THE GROWERS. MINNEAPOLIS FLORAL CO., MINNEAPOLIS. A visit to the modern ■wholesale pro- ducing establishment of the Minneapolis Floral Company is most interesting. This is one of the largest places in the state, as well as one of the newest. John Monson, formerly superintendent for the C. A. Smith Company, is manager and part owner, Mr. Moulton,one of the suc- cessiul bankers of the state, owning the principal interest in the concern. The main plant consists of eighteen houses containing 75,000 Eqnare feet of glass. Five small sash houses contain about 5,000 feet additional. Their spe- cialties are roses and carnations, while a general line of plants and bulbs are also grown. In roses Meteor, Bride, Bridesmaid, Sunset, Liberty, Beauty and Queen of Edgely are grown. Meteor does well here. It is planted in a mixture of gravel and clay loam and fertilized very spar- ingly. Mr. Monson says he has always had best results with this sort by starv- ing it. Liberty has done fairly well but is not considered profitable, as it comes into full crop only two or three times each season, the balance of the season producing only short-stemmed blossoms which do not sell well. Bride and Brides- maid do well and, with Meteor, are the most profitable sorts to grow. The house of Beauties is a forest of growth hut the plants were benched too closely and have not thrown as many long- stemmed blooms as they would have if planted otherwise. Queen of Edgely is a most beautiful bright pink variety but as grown here lacks substance and will never take the place of Beauty, if it equals it. Sunset is still grown to good advantage, though not as profitable as some other sorts. A few plants of the old favorite Perle des Jardins are very strong and vigorous. A nice stodk of young plants of the Helen Gould is being grown for another sea- son's benching. While a goodly number of grafted roses are being grown, Mr. Monson is an ardent believer in own-root stock. Quite at variance with most of the prominent growers, he claims to grow stronger, more prolific plants from rooted cuttings than from grafted stock, and the stock seen in his houses would seem to verify his theory. Clubrootisalmostunknown here. This he claims is due to keeping the plants in a root-bound, dried-out condition. The roses here are grown in connected houses with iron gutters, butted glass, short span to the south. The houses were built under Mr. Mon- son's personal supervision and according to his plans. In carnations the most pleasing, pro- lific and profitable sort grown is Pros- perity. The blooms are extra large and possessed of great keeping qualities. The stem, however, is not strong enough for its enormous load of bloom. Law- son, grown in the same house, has also done very well but throws fewer buds. This variety develops its buds very slowly, while Prosperity develops very rapidly. Nearly all of last year's novelties were tried here, with varying results. Lorna and Norway are both good whites. Marquis does very well. Crocker and Olympia are too shy bloomers to be retained. Bradt is profitable. Crane and Jubilee are both good reds but Estelle beats them in color. For Easter trade a fine lot of hydran- geas in bud and bloom are very showy and attractive. In addition to these choice plants a fine lot of azaleas, paeonias, hybrid roses and lilacs are being pushed along for Easter trade. Lilies were rather disappointing, so many of the bulbs being diseased. Bostons, Sprengeri, Asparagus pinmosus and palms at this establishment are all in fine shape. Violets were planted in the ground in early summer and sash houses built over them. Stock is looking fairly good. Next season another large addition and improved heating facilities will be completed. With ample resources, an ideal location and an enthusiastic, energetic, experienced manager, this firm is bound to push to the front and build up a most prosperous business. Fblix. To Writers. The following advice is taken from an English contemporary: "There is a man the printer loves, and he is wondrous wise; whene'er he writes the printer's man he dotteth all his i's. And when he's dotted all of them with carefulness and ease, he punctuates each paragraph and crosses all his t's. Upon one side alone he writes and never rolls his leaves; and from the man of ink a smile and mark 'insert' receives. And when a question he doth ask— taught wisely he hath been — he doth the goodly penny stamp, for postage back put in. And thus by taking little pains, at trifling care and cost, assures himself his manuscript will not be burned or lost. So let those who long to write take pattern by this man, with jet black ink and paper white, do just the best they can; and then the printer man shall know them as his friends, all through life's journey as they go, until that journey ends." • 1 ^ 1 / #Lti tJi . \ 1 & \m,' h\fi \ ' 1 ^t- WM ^7. ■ 4 :, Ay 1 '^1 m' " *>/ ' ' ■'•' / / 4 ■ -^ r \ /'/ r W X '. / '> , *' ^ fe ■■■'•• 1 EFFECT OF ETHER IN FORCINQ PLANTS. Viburum plicatum tomentosum; flowering plant etherized November H, flowering Jauuarv otliiT non-etherized plant died through being placed in heat loo eirly. The 322 The American Florist. Mar. 22, Chicago. WEEK A FAIRLV IIUSY ONE — SHIl'l'ING TRADE liRISK.— OCCASIONAL SIIORTAGbS DEVELOP — EASTER PROMISES TO CLEAK t)P EVBKYTHINi; IN SIGHT.— LEADING RETAILER SELLS HIS LEASE AND SECURES A NEW LOCATION.— SCHUHBET TO EE7IBE. — PLANS OF THE GROWERS. — VARIOUS PERSONAL AND TRADE NOTES OF INTER- EST. This has been a fairly active week in the local cut flower market, with good demand from outsidesourccs. Local trade Is beginning to pick up in good style and there is a prospect of very fine business before the city retailers for the next few weeks. They are all confident of a good Easter and are laying In such supplies of well-grown plants as are obtainable. For the past few days the shipping demand has been steady and has con- sumed the receipts fairly well, with occa- sional shortages. On Wednesday after- noon it was impossible to fill late orders for white carnations, although early in the day there had been liberal quantities in sight and of colored stock there was an abundance, in fact rather more than could be moved to advantage. Every indication points to a very large supply of carnations for Easter, also to good cuts of bulbous material, but in general the local houses are not hustling for orders which require first-class tea roses, the supply being too uncertain. The big growers are coming in with splendidcuts of long Beauties and anyone who has use for this material at from $5 to $6 a dozen can get what he wants in this market of as good a quality as he ever had the pleasure of handling. Bulbous stock in general is fairly plentiful except Harrisii. it is figured that the shortage of Easter lilies will make a market for other material and the wholesalers are all satisfied that they have a big Easter business right at hand. John Mangel has sold the lease on his store at the corner of State and Wash- ington streets to Otis Wilson & Com- panv, bankers, and will vacate May 1. He is said to have received $12,000 bonus for his contract. John C. Schu- bert will retire with the end of April and Mangel has made a lease upon the Schu- bert stand at the comer of Wabash and Monroe. H. C. Rowe, who has been with Schubert for some time, has made a lease upon a very nice store in the Windsor Clifton Hotel and will go into business lor himself at the end of his engagement with Mr. Schubert. A dozen blooms of Peter Fisher's new carnation Enchantress received byalocal firm, March 11, were still in good condi- tion a week later. This certainly speaks well for the keeping quality of the variety, which Mr. Fisher claims is better than Mrs. Lawson. Peter Reinberg agrees with those grow- ers who, in the last issue of this journal, said they think Liberty is a coming rose. He has 10,000 graited up on Manetti for this year's planting. Bassett & Wash- burn will also go in heavy on this rose next year. The Chicago Carnation Company is reported to have decided to go into roses, building at once a good sized range- for them. It is a move which will undoubt- edly add much strength to their already firm position in the trade. The Chicago Florists' Club will give its annual ball in the drill hall of the Masonic Temple on April 8. Tickets are on sale at the wholesale houses at $1 each. Wm. Dittman was in town this week and ordered the material for his new greenhouses, the cypress from Moninger and the glass from Rice. J. P. Rischsays that the Easter demand is assuming very fine proportions and that he thinks lilies will prove to be not the only shortage. Andrew Miller, of John Mangel's, who has been in ill health, will be home in a few days from a western recuperative trip. E. H. Hunt is showingsamples of some particularly nice hydrangeas, low plants with tremendous trusses of bloom. George Reinberg is getting ready to push his building operations as soon as the Easter rush is over. J. D. Thompson reports that his sales of carnation cuttings have been excellent thus far this season. John Degoan, of the McKellar & Win- terson Company, is at home from his eastern trip. John F. Cowell and Emil Buettner will officiate as judges at the coming fall exhi- bition. There are signs that the growers are pickling again. New York. MARKET QUIET.— LILIES AND CARNATIONS SHOW THE ONLY IMPROVEMENT. — BEAU- TIES NOT so STRONG AS WOULD BE LIKED. — SIEBRECHT HAS FRAGRANT CROPS.— GERTRUDE HYACINTH A GOOD THING.— VARIOUS NOTES. No change of any special interest has occurred in the cut flower business since last week's report. Trade is quiet gen- erally and except on carnations and lilies prices are unchanged, these two special- ties having stiffened up somewhat. The supply of carnations has shortened up, particularly the white varitties. This does not, however, indicate any scarcity for Easter but probably indicates the reverse. The market for American Beau- ties is not all that could be desired. They are more plentiful and with the decreased demand tend to weaken in price. Other varieties of roses are in moderate supplv- Bulbous stock is noticeably lighter in receipts. Tulips and daffodils sell much better than they did last week and leave no surplus. Violets are also decreased in volume and consequently are moved at better advantage. Orchid supply is light and the market for greens has improved. Some very good Jacqs have made their appearance. One can almost find the establishment of W. H. Siebrecht at Astoria, at present, by the perfume of hyacinths, lily of the valley and other fragrant things that abound there, without the use of eyes. Calling there the otherday we found that industrious gentleman busy clearing out the last of the bulb boxes from the big storage shed to make room for the lilies, which will be moved there as fast as they reach the proper point of development. There is, however, no great necessity for holding lilies back this year, either at Mr. Siebrecht's or elsewhere in this vicinity, for it will take all the time until Easter to get the greater part of the plants into bloom. Von Afche, who occupies the houses of Alex. Burns, at Woodside, has several houses of as handsome azaleas as are ever seen in this market but they are all sold. That is the plant growers' luck, something that doesn't come to the flower growers nowadays. Hyacinth growers should make a note of the single pink variety, Gertrude, which Mr. Von Ascbc grows in large numbers and which always brings the top price. A little tip- ping outward of the outside row of bulbs in the pan at the timeof plantingspreads the spikes nicely and brings the foliage well over the edge of the pan. Ernst Asmus has given to Hitchings & Companv the contract to erect a new house 54x400 feet at Closter. N. J. John DeWolf has resigned the position ol landscape architect of the Public Park department, and Sam'l Parsons. Jr., who has been superintendent of parks for a number of years, has been appointed his successor. Visitors: H. H. Battles, Philadelphia; C A. Leighton, Skowhegan, Me, Philadelphia. ANNUAL SPRING EXHIBITION BRINGS OUT A NICE LOT OF SEASONABLE PLANTS.— GOOD ROSES AND CARNATIONS SHOWN.— BUSINESS NOT HEAVY. — ALL THOUGHTS CENTERED ON EASTER. The spring exhibition of the Pennsyl- vania Horticultural Society opened last Tuesday afternoon. There was a nice display of bulbous stock, which might be said to be the feature of the show. Next in importance were Primula obconica and Cineraria stellata, of which there were several nice entries. H. A. Dreer had a table of rare plants in the center of the hall, in the middle of which was a well colored plant of Pandanus Sanderi John Westcott had his usual group of foliage and flowering plants. JohnGaynor had a group on the opposite side of the hall which contained a great variety of plants, most of which were in bloom. There were several entriesof lilies, mostly Harrisii. They were all tall and without a trace of disease. Edwin Lonsdale staged some nice plants of his light begonia, Gloire de Lorraine. They were very well flowered. The rose and carna- tion competition was held on Wednesday. John N. May had a fine vase of Mrs. Oliver Ames and Stephen Mortenson another of extra Liberty roses. There were three entries in the American Beauty class. Adolph Fahrenwold was first with a vase of twenty-five magnifi- cent blooms, while John Burton took second with roses that would in most cases have taken first. In the carnation classes Marquis won from Prince Henry, a flower of Daybreak color, with a good stem, exhibited by Hugh Graham. Robert Craig &. Son were easily first with a vase of fifty Adonis. The blooms were exceedingly fine and very much admired As compared withthefall show the hall had an empty look. Perhaps it is not practicable, but it certainly would add much to the appearance of the show, if the society would have the hall deco- rated and laid out according to some well planned scheme that would be attractive in itself, and at the same time make an appropriate setting for the exhibits. Business the past week, wit h the excep- tion of some anniversary dinners and St. Patrick's day celebrations, has been dull. Speaking of St. Patrick's day, we must refer to W. K. Harris' success with his house of shamrocks. Twenty thou- sand 2' -.•inch pots of these plants were sold in two places. All the large floiijts handled them in quantities. The ship- ping trade was also very large, as the novelty of the shamrock-shaped pot seemed to take the public fancy, and very few were left unsold. Prices of flowers are about the same as last week, although a good shipping demand has kept the stock from accumulating. Everybody Is busy getting ready for , the grand rush. Most of the large stores igo^. The American Florist. 323 have rented additional epacein adjoining buildings, which are classified as annexes. Charles Thomas has taken a large store a few doors from Pennock Brothers, on Chestnut street, which is filled with Easter stock. The success ot these ven- tures depends largely on the state of the weather. At present it is blowing great guns and it would seem as if such light structures as ereenhouses would be blown away. However, we hope for better weather next week. K. Boston. SLOW WEEK BOT HORIZON CLBAKS. — OVER- STOCK NOW DNDER CONTROL. — NO PROS- PECT FOR HIGH PRICES FOR BASTBR. — TRADE DOINGS OF MINOR IMPORTANCE. The past week has been a very slow one for the flower trade and has brought to the grower and wholesale dealer many problems hard to solve. The street fakir has had his innings and made the best of it, for the weather has been sufficiently mild for him to expose flowers during most of the day without any danger of injury from the cold or the heit. Violets have been his best hold and he has unloaded them by the tens of thousands for the puzzled dealers, but at hii own figu.-e. Yet, while there is no prospect of a better demand until close to Easter Sunday, it is evident to anyone versed in the ways of the flower business that the worst of the trouble is now over and that the overstock which has impeded all progress during mid-Lent need no longer give any great concern. Growers from now on will cut sparingly and ship only such material as must be shipped. All flowers that can be retarded will be retarded and in the meantime a better value may be obtained for the stock marketed. As to the Easter values, nobody seriously expects any material advance beyond the average prevailing price in an active market, excepting on a limited quantity of very fancy stock. George Melvin, gardener to Col. PfafF, received a certificate of merit for cul- tural skill displayed in an exceptionally fine specimen of Oncidlum Cavendishia- num shown at Horticultural Hall on Saturday, March 8. Mr. Warburton reminds us that his Cressbrook carnation scored 91 points at the Park street exhibition, an item which somehow did not get into our reg- ular report thereof. Chas. Ingram is sending to Welch Brothers the first samples of a crop of longiflorums of unexcelled quality. The announcement is out of the engage- ment of Harlan P. Kelsey to Miss Low, of Salem, Mass. Visitors: John P. Brown, Connersville, Ind., secretary of the International Society of Arboriculture; Martin Reu- kauf, representing H. Bayersdorfer & Company, Philadelphia; H. S. De Forest, ot Hitching! & Company, New York. Worcester, Mass. SOCIETIES HOLD ANNIVERSARY OBSERV- ANCES.—A FINE SPRING EXHIBITION.— VARIOUS NOTES. The Massachusetts Fruit Growers' Association held its eighth annual meet- ing in Horticultural Hall, March 12 and 13 and elected the following officers: President, A. G. Sharpe, of Richmond; vice-president, Jonathan Eames, of Sher- bum; secretary, C. A. Whitney, of Upton; treasurer, Ethan Brooks, of Springfield. The Worcester County Horticultural Society observed its sixty-second anni- versary March 12 with a reunion and banquet attended by more than 300 members and guests. Chas. W. Wood acted as toastmaster and among the speakers were President Hadwen, Mayor Fletcher, H. E. Van Deman, pomologist of the Pan- American Exposition; and Miss Louise K. Miller, of the Lewthorpe Horticultural College at Groton. After the banquet dancing was enjoyed till a late hour. The spring exhibition of the Horticult- ural Society was held March 13 and was the best spring show ever held in the hall. The competition was very keen and all the classes had many entries. Cyclamens and azaleas were especially fine and the quality of primulas, hyacinths, tulips, lilies, violets, Lorraine begonias and cinerarias was excellent. A fine lot of carnations was staged, including nearly all the 1901 novelties. Following are the first prize winners four prizes being awarded in each class: E. W. Breed on hyacinths. Primula Sinensis and azaleas; H. F. A. Lange on carnations and cut flowers; M. J. Whitt- all on Primula obconica; F. A. Blake on specimen azalea and his seedling carna- tion Bonnie Bride: Mrs. J. C. Whittn on cyclamens and L. C. Midgley on cineraria. Mrs. J. T. Whitins staged a fine lot of orchids. A. H. L. Baltimore. CLUB BANQUET PRECEDED BY A BOWLING MATCH. — BOSTONIAN ENTHUSIASTIC AS TO HORTICULTURAL POSSIBILITIES OF THE SOUTH.— OTHER MATTERS. The annual banquet of the Baltimore Gardeners' Club was held March 10, and among the guests were Messrs. Burton, Kift, Cartledge, Starkey, Watson and Gibson, of Philadelphia, and Mr. Mathi- son, of Boston. Some of the gentlemen mentioned had just returned from Ashe- ville, N. C. A bowling match preceded the banquet and the result was that Philadelphia was badly beaten, the score being Baltimore 2297 pins, Philadelphia 1995. Kift and Starkey made the best average for Philadelphia and Seybold and Lehr for Baltimore. The Baltimore team has been invited to play Philadel- phia a return match in the near future. F. R. Mathison, In responding to a toast at the banquet grew quite eloquent over the possibilities of North Carolina as a bulb and flower growing state, in which both Messrs. Burton and Cartledge con- cur. Mr. Mathison said the southern states are not taking full advantage of their wonderful resources and that there is a great opportunity to make North Carolina famous as a producer of flower- ing bulbs. Ninety per cent of the bulbs are now imported from the other side, costing millions of dollars annually, and all should be grown in the Carolinas. These states should not only grow enough to supply our demands, but even tbose of other countries. North Caro- lina lilies of the valley and tuberoses, too, are better than any the speaker had ever seen. Everybody is enthusiastic about the beautiful country around Ashevilleas a result of the trip and the great speeches made by our worthy president, Mr. Bur- ton, and Mr. Mathison. We hope to have a good delegation for onr next con- vention. The stores are profusely decorated and those of HalUday Bros., Seidewitz, Feast and Cook are very artistic. Roses are far from being plentiful and are com- manding a good price. Harrisii and longiflorum lilies are equally scarce, but other bulbous stock is plentiful. Seide- witz has done a good business with his fine stock of primroses and azaleas, as did Halliday Brothers with their fine carnations. The Lawsons of Halliday Brothers are now very superior in quality to what they were at first. I would advise our growers to look into the matter of herbaceous plants for spring, summer and fall bloom, for there is practically nothing in the line of cut flowers during the heated term. We cer- tainly have hundreds of excellent herba- ceous plants to select from. Pittsburg. STATE OF TRADE AND THE PROSPECT FOR NEXT WEBK. — GROWERS HAVE GOOD STOCK. — BATCH OF BREEZY COMMENTS. The condition of business during the past week was very unsatisfactory. Of course we expected little from the social events, but the absence of funeral work was very noticeable. Mr. Langhans, of the Pittsburg Cut Flower Company, states that there was a big increase in their out of town business. The activity in shipping orders was sufficient to give a fair week's business. This feature was most acceptable as the city stores have little need of cut flower stock. The con- dition of stock is fair, although the largest portion of the home and eastern roses leem to possess that limpid state ot transparency that clearly indicates that they had been retained too long on the plants. The finer varieties of carna- tions are holding their own in quality and prices. Sprengerii has Improved greatly within the past few weeks. It is reported that A. W. Smith, Charles Koenig and Mr. Burki will be fairly suc- cessful with their lilies and other bulbous stock. There seems to be a diflference of opinion regarding the supply of lilies. Some of the growers are bitterly disap- pointed over the condition of their stock, and the small bulbs seem to be bearing the brunt of the attack. J. B. Murdock has secured two very large orders for trees; about 800 is the quantity. Mr. Murdock states that the demand for nursery stock will be exceed- ingly great this year and his orders to date are such that he will have to go east to purchase stock of this character. Charles Crall, of Monongahela city, informs me that he intends to erect several new houses, and may extend some of the present ones. His plant is already very large, but he is progressive and in business for money. The Pittsburg and Allegheny Florists' Club held a social meeting last week. Euchre, bowling and lots of conversation and good feeling was the order of the evening. Thomas Nelson is shaping things for Easter. He always does a big business and his output of funerpl work in a year is something remarkable. Miss Maxwell, of Wilkinsburg, is thor- oughly satisfied with the outlook for Easter. She expects a large increase of business over last year. Mr. Dunlevy, of Scott township, is in a good humor over the outlook ot his stock for Easter. E. L. M. Salbm, Mass.— The Salem Flower Com- pany opened a new store on Essex street on March 1. New Orleans, La.— Henry Rehfeld, a florist, has been arrested for stealing plants from the Metairie Cemetery. It is charged that he has made a number of thefts and when detected he was carry- ing a basket with about $10.00 worth of stock. 324 The American Florist. Mar. 2^. Seventeenth Year, BubBoription, $1.00 a year. To Europe, $3.00. Subscriptions accepted only from those in the trade. Advertisements on ail except cover pages, 10 Cents a Line, Agate; $1.00 per inch. Cash with Order. No Special Position Guaranteed. Discounts are allowed, only on consecutive Inier- tions, as follows — 6 times, 5 per cent; 13 times 10 per cent; 26 times, 30 per cent; 53 times, 30 per cent, cover space sold only on yearly contract at 81.00 per inch, net, in the case of the two front pages, regular discounts ap- plying only to the back pages. The Advertising Department of the American Florist is for Florists, Seedsmen and Nurserymen and dealers in wares pertaining to those lines on/y. Order! lor less than one-hall inch space not accepted. Advertisements must reach us by Wednesday to secure insertion in the issue for the following Saturday. Address AMERICAN FLORIST CO., Chloago. Thb mailing label on your paper ihows when your subscription expires; when you send your renewal note that the date changes within two weeks; it will serve as your receipt. John Thorpe, who has just returned from Kansas City, says that next fall's show there will have a premium list of $7,500, with $1,000 for carnations, and many special prizes. Unique features are already being planned. Valuable. Ed. Am. Florist: — I enclose another year's subscription and one for a friend. I would not like to be without the paper; it contains so many valuable hints and reminders that every grower ought to have it. John Dahl. Highland Park, lU. Greenhouse Building. Thompson, Conn. — H. C. Coman, one house. Berlin, Conn. — W. H. Shumway, propa- gating house. Wayland, Mass. — D. Becker, one house. San Mateo, Cal.— Jno. O'Hearn, carna- tion house. Onondaga Valley, N. Y.— F. W. Ban- nister, house 10x100. Wheeling, W. Va.— Wheeling Floral Co., carnation house 23x150. St. Paul, Minn.— Holm & Oleen, three houses. Middletown, O.— Jos. Goldman, two houses. Closter, N. J. — Ernst Asmus, house 5ix4-00. Premiums at Chicago. The Horticultural Society of Chicago has issued its preliminary premium list for the exhibition next fall and it shows some notable changes over last year. In chrysanthemums, cut blooms, there are classes for six light yellow and dark yellow, and light pink and dark pink in which Bonnaffon and Viviand-Morel are the respective color standards. For best vase of 100 blooms there is a premium of $,'")0, and $35 for a vase of 100, no bloom to exceed four inches in diameter. There are liberal prizes for pompons and anemones, also classes ior seedlings in which Bonnaffon and Morel are again color standard. The best specimen plant gets an added premiumof $ir),asdoesthe best group in the classes for three and five specimens. For three standard geraniums the premiums are $50 and $35; for the best fifteen of one variety, $40 and $25. For fifty American Beauties i there is $40, $25 and $15; for seventy- five Liberty, $35 and $25; for 100 Golden Gate, Kaiserin, Bride and Bridesmaid, in each class, '$20 and $12. The rose classes for twelve and twenty-five blooms are dropped, those for forty blooms con- tinued as last year. There are thirteen classes for new carnations with premiums of $10 and $7, besides the usual classes for standard varieties. Once judging will suffice. Copies of the list may be had by addressing the secretary. Room 1002, 185 Dearborn street, Chicago. Society of American Florists. DEPARTMENT OF PLANT REGISTRATION. Messrs. Schmidt & Botley, Springfield, Ohio, who registered new Rose America on November 30, 1901, advise the secre- tary's office that they have learned that an old rose, introduced many years aeo under the name America, is still in existence and catalogued by some deal- ers._ They ask, therefore, to have the registration entry changed from America to Young America, by which name their new rose will hereafter be known. It is described as a hybrid tea, the result of Duke of Edinburgh X Meteor. Buds large, pointed; flowers large, double, fra- grant; color deep scarlet crimson; foliage large, dark, leathery. This voluntary action on the part of Messrs. Schmidt & Botley, after they had gone to considerable expense in cata- loging and advertising their new rose under the name first given should, and doubtless will, secure for them the com- mendation and gratitude of the entire trade. A. L. Thome, Flushing, N. Y. , registers Carnation White Layde, (Flora Hill X Mrs. Bradt); color clear ivory white; size three and one-quarter inches and over; stems long and stiff; calyx does not split; steady bloomer. Wm. J. Stewart, Sec'y. Concerning Puppy Do£s. Once upon a time there was a small dog with an exceedingly long and fluffy tail. Also the hair upon the other parts of his carcass was long and stiff and curly, so that it stood out from his body in such wise that he had the appearance of being "quite some" of a dog. Also he was possessed of quite a pHenomenal voice, insomuch that the chance passer- by was apt to be scared half out of his wits by the fearsomeness of his bark. Also he was of a quarrelsome disposition and a fierce appearance. Now for a long time this dog had suc- cessfully put to flight such small boys and such dogs, of not too large a size and not too belligerent an appearance, as passed by his domicile. And this con- tinued for so long a time and with so much success that the small dog of whom this story is told became very much puffed up and swelled in his head, to such an extCLt that he came really to believe that he was as much of a dog as he looked, and sounded, and acted to be; and thereby carae^about troublous times and the final downfall of the aforesaid dog, namely, he of the long and fluffy tail and the fierce bark and the quarrelsome disposition. Now it came about in this manner. Upon a day there ambled down the street, at the heels of his master, a dog of medium size, but to the close observer, somewhat large and broad of head. This stranger dog was apparently of a meek and retiring disposition, and to the foolish imagination of thefirst-mentioned dog, was an easj- mark; so he left the protection of the front fence, and, with his fiercest bark, flew savagely at the stranger dog. Alas and alack! The stranger dog consisted of about twenty- two pounds of bull terrier ginger. He wasn't very much of a barker, but had had experience in the past with several dif- ferent kinds of dogs. There is nothing more to chronicle, except one snap, one shake, then four and one-half pounds of dog with a long and fluffy tail and long and curly hair, lying by the wayside, barkless forevermore, while the bull terrier ambled on. Now the moral of this tale runs in this wise; that had this foolish little dog remained safely behind the front fence he might still be able to bark some more. How much more discrete are the actions of those who, safely sheltered under a non de plume, criticite the work of exhibi- tion judges who have endeavored to per- form their disagreeable task as fairly and as impartially as the ability was given them so to do. Terrier. OBITUARY. PAUL DUCRBT. Paul Ducret, who has conducted green- houses at Union Cemetery, Kansas City, since 1883, died March" 12, of appen- dicitis. He was ill only a few hours. Mr. Ducret was born at Geneva, Switzer- land, in 1850. In 1876 he made Kansas City his home, and a few years later began the culture of flowers. A wife and three children survive him. He was a Mason and took active part in the affairs of the Gruetli Verein, a branch of a Swiss patriotic society. JAMES SUTHERLAND. James Sutherland, Jr., of Athol, Mass , died on March 14, aged 52 years. Mr. Sutherland had been in failing health for more than a year. He learned his busi- ness as a gardener and florist in Scot- land, coming to this country when he was 25 years of age. Up to seven years ago he was in business in Winchendon. He sold out and removed to Athol, where he has been in business since. He leaves a wife, three sons and one daugh- ter, besides four brothers all in the florist businese, one of these being George A. Sutherland, the wholesaler, of Boston. Catalogues Received. Samuel C. Moon, Morrisville, Pa., trees and shrubs; Sutton & Sons, Read- ing, England, wholesale and retail seeds; Webster Bros., Hamilton, Ont., plants and shrubs; Henry Eckford, Wem, Shrop- shire, England, swict peas; Frantz De Laet, iContich, Belgium, cacti; P. S. Peterson & Son, Chicago, trees and shrubs; Pinehurst Nurseries, Pinehurst, N. C, plants and seeds; Phoenix Nursery Co., Delavan, Wis , trees and shrubs; Klehm's Nurseries, Arlington Heights, 111., trees and shrubs; Chas. B. Hornor & Son, Mt. Holly, N. |., trees and shrubs; N. L. Willett Drug Co., Augusta, Ga , seeds; Isaac Hicks & Son, Westbury Sta- tion, N. Y., trees; Ellwanger & Barry, Rochester, N. Y., trees and shrubs, A. B. Howard iS: Son, Belchertown, Mass., petunias; John H. Dunlop, Toronto, Ont., plants and cut flowers; Eager & Hurrell, Summit, N. J., orchids; Henry W. Gib- bons, New York, greenhouse building materials; W. W. Barnard & Company, Chicago, seeds; Livingston Seed Com- tgo2. The American Florist. 325 paaj, Columbus, 0., seeds; M. B. Faxon, Boston, Mass., pansies; Artnand Kerlec & Sons, New Orleans, La., seeds and plants; G. Herbert Haszard, Cbarlotte- town, Prince Edward Island, dahlias; Wm. H. Moon Company, Morrisville, Pa., trees, shrubs and plants; Osman & Company, London, England, florists' snppliei; L. Boehmer & Company. Yoko- hama, Japan, seeds and bulbs; Thomas Meehan & Sons, Germantown, Philadel- phia, Pa., trees and shrubs. Salt Laeb City, Utah.— There is a noticeable demand for daffodils and violets, which are being shipped in from the east. Less and less stock is being received from California, the western growers not seeming to know how to pack flowers properly for shipment. However, lilies still continue to come from California. SITIATIONS. WANTS, FOR SALE. AdvertisementB under this head will be inserted at the rate of ten cents a line (six words) each insertion. Cash must accompany order. Plant adva. not admitted under this head. Every paid subscriber to the Ambrican Floribt for the year 1902 is entitled to a flve-line want ADV. (situations only) free, to be used at any time during the year. SITUATION WANTED— By experienced rose and carnation grower. Bestreferenc s L N, cart! N. Nelson, Mankato, Minn. SITUATION WANTED— Expert grower wants position as foreman. Highest testimonials. Address J S, care American Florist. SITUATION \VANTED— By pood all-jirourd man. pood on roses. Minnesota or Wisconsin preferred. X, care American Florist. SITUATION WANTED— By experienced single florist and gardener, commercial or private place. Address Competent, Am. Florist. SITUATION WANTED— "Jardener, thoroughly practical in aU branches of floriculture and horticulture; long exper.ence. Address J P, care American Florist. SITUATION WANTED— By practical florist and gardener, competent to take charge of coun- try place; references; German; marrid. one child. Address Th H, care American Florist. SITUATION WANTED— By a thoroughly expe- '^ riencpd English gardener: will furnish first- chiss re erences as to ability, sobriety, eic. Ad- dress W. J Arsistrong, Oakland. N. .1. SITUATION WANTED— By landscape gardener and florist, 22 years' experience, No. 1 refer- ences, competent to take charge of first-class private place, State wages. Address N, care American Florist. SITUATION WANTED by retail florist with long exi crience: good salesman, designerand decorator; sober, industrious and reliable; refer- ences, Address Julius A. Schnapp, 2220 Indiana Ave., Cnicago, 111. SITUATION WANTED— By a Hollander as decorator and designer. An expert in making founta'us and any scenery in connection with floral decoration. Address S P W, cari- American Florist. SITUATION WANTED— By competent florist, landscy pe and v» getable gardener; gnod grower of cut flowers, palms, ferns and bed 'ing stock; German, age 31; references; central states preferred. \\ , care American Florist. SITUATION WANTED--By floriat and land- scape gardener, 18 years experience in green- houses, vegetables and lawns; would like to take charge ot private place. Best of references fur- nished as to ability. Married, no children. L, care American Florist. SITUATION WANTED— As manager or fore- man. Married; 38 years of age. Roses, Beauties, a specialty; carnations, 'mump; expert florist on general stock: English and American experience. W E B, 427 E. 63rd St., N. Y., care of Mrs. Williams. SITUATION WANTED— By experienced florist and gardener, also designer and decorator; married, no children; would 1 ike to take charge of private or coma ercial place; age 29, German; best of references. Address J A K, care American Florist. SITUATION WANTED— By a young man as foreman c r assistant on a private place; good grower (f roses, carnations, fruit aud general Slock. Thoroughly compctenl: temperate. Ref- erences will bear personal investigation. Addr-*8S Ki'ssELL Ai.HEUTSON, LoDg Island X. V. SITUATION WANTED— As foreman by thor- oughly practical florist. Good decorator, dpsigner, etc. Grower of No. 1 roses, carnations and 'mums. First-cla<>s commercial or private position. Good wages expected. Address G. Foreman, care P. O., Canton, O. SITUATION WANTED— As gardener on a private place, age 33: G rman. single; thor- oughly practical man In all brancies, lawn, greeutiouses, roses, shrubs, trees, and vegetable gardening; 18 years' experience beat of references. Address R M, cara American Florist. SITUATION WANTED— By thoroughly expe- rienced g ower of ferns, palms and general s'.ock, also roses and carnations First-class com- mercial place. Good re erences; age 28; sirgle: thirteen ^ ears' experience on large commercial places Address H. Hansen, 23" Mt Auburn street, E Watertown N. Y. SITUATION WANTED-By landscape gardener, German, 28, single; good grower of cut flowers and pot plants. Un-'erstands how to do the work in a practical manner; wouid like to get a posi- tion in a private place. Best ref-rences from commercial places and landscape architect as an honest, sober, industrious and faithful worker. North-middle states preferred. Address Landscape, care American Florist. SITUATION WANTED -As head gardener on *^ gentlemen's place. First class man with life experience in all the branches of horticulture; w lling to work and take charge of large place. Expert in growing bedding stock, cut flowers, la«d»cape work; handle labor to best advantage. High wages expected. Have charge at present of private place in Colorado. Open for engagement May; German, age 36; married; best references Private Gabdenbr. care American F1 rist. "ANTED— Fireman experiencf d in greenhouse work. C. S. FooTE, Downers Grove. Ill- W' WANTED— A good rose grower, one who has had experience with gr-^enhouse stock. C. S. FoOTE, Downers Grove, 111. WANTED— Two men for general greenhouse work and two helpers for rose sections. J. F. Wilcox. Council Bluffs, Iowa. WANTED— A man to work in the greenhouse, one with experience in carnations preferred, Address S C. care American Florist. WANTED— Good all-around florist; must under- stand his business; bedding plants u specialty. Sill Woodlawn avenue, Chicago. WANTED— A good all-around single man; also an assistant. Good wages and steady work. J. F. GiBBs, Wocdvilie, Allegheny Co., Pa. WANTED— Young man with some knowledge of rose growing and greenhouse work. State wages wanted with board. R. care Am. Florist. WANTED— Good all-around greenhouse fore- man, must be sober and industrious; mar- ried man preferred. Swain Nblbon A Sons, 275 N. Paulina street, Chicago. WANTED — Florist with some experience in growing stove plants; wages $10 per week. Address, with references. .1. A. Peterson, McHenry Ave., Westwood, Cincinnati, O. WANTED- If E. H. Smith, formerly of Ma- comb, 111., will send address to .5 9 E miles from Chicago on the Chicago, Rock Island & Pacific Ry. Six trains running to Chicago fvery morning, and product can be on the Chicago market at a very early hour of the day. This property consists of 6 acr s of land, 12 greenhouses having an area of 20,0C0 feet of g ass, with a stock of carnati ms, lilies, geraniums, Asparagus Sprengeri, Ast^aragiia plumosus. roses, petunias, pansies and other plants usually found in greenhouses. The greenhouses are steam heated, the heating apparatus being in good condition. The soil sur- rounding the greenhouses is unexcelled forraiiiog plants. Two neat cottages, also good barn and well with windmill are on the premises. If you are looking for an opening in the floral business you will certainly find a bargain in this place. Any furiher information desired can be obtained from the undersigned trustee. Terms of Sale — Fifteen per cent cash on day of sale, balance when sale is confirmed by the Court. GEORGE W. ANDERSON. Trustee, Morris, 111. 326 The American Florist. Mar. 22, fsr"*"""^ Green Goods Where you never get dis- appointea. We always , have the stock on hand and of the best quality. FANCY and TIail& A.diantum 1 00® 1 Uparagui 50.00®76 CraoimiATI, Mar. 20 Soiei, Beauty 20.00@4D " Bride 4.00® 6 " Bridesmaid 4.00® 6 " Meteor 4 " Perle 3 Oarnationi 1 Violets Harrisii lilies Lilv of the valley 3 Daffodils Tuhps 3 Romans, Paper Whites 3 iiparagui Bmllax Adiantum cuneatum Common ferns St. Louis, Mar 20. Roses, Beauty, short stem 5 »* '* long stems 15 " Bride, Bridesmaid 4 *' Meteor 3 " Golden Gate 4 Oarnations, ordinary " choice 2 Violets Sweet peas Callas 10. Lily of the valley 3. Romans 1 Narcissi 2. Tulips 2, Bmilai 12 Asparagus Sprengeri 1 . " PlnmoRuB \ no® 4 .t)@ 3. 50® 1 15, .0C@ 4 3 .CO® 5 ,00® 4. 60 IB. 1, .00®I2, .00® 40 .00® 6 .00® B .00® 6 I .00® 3 .40® .50® 0(l@15 00® 4 60® 2 60(a) 3 00fg> 4 .=>0®16 U0@ 1 on® 1 00 00 00 00 00 00 00 no 75 00 00 00 f() 5'J 00 50 00 00 00 00 00 00 00 00 .00 00 .00 .00 .00 .00 .CO ,00 .20 ,50 .00 .00 .00 .00 .60 .00 .75 .75 ..50 00 50 00 00 00 60 60 American Always do business, Week days and everyday florists Sundays and holidays, ^ ^ Art« All over the country. "V "•r illlO At home and abroad. ggggsg&gggg« The Most Important Thing To consider in buying Cut Easter Lilies is quality, not the price. Poor Easter Lilies are dear at any price. As in former years we will again have A No i Easter Lilies. It is still too early to set a price on Lilies, but you may be sure that we will bill them at the right price, as we do with everything. Of course you understand that we have every- thing in the flower line, such as Roses, American Beauties, Carnations, Valley, Violets (our violets are the finest grown), Smilax, DaflFodils. Tulips, Sweet Peas, Romans, Paper Whites, Asparagus, etc., etc. FIVOR us WITH YOUR EISTER OROER. HOLTON & HUNKEL CO., Milwaukee, Wis. ' Frank M. Ellis, WHOLESALE FLORIST, 1316 Pine Street, ST. LOUIS, MO. CONSIGNMENTS SOLICITED. H.G.BERNING Wholesale riorlst J322 Pine St., ST. LOUIS, MO. C. A. KUEHN, Wholesale Florist, fl22 PINE STREET. ■i «T. LOUIS, HO. I^A complete line of Wire Deilgna. .Ltd WHOLESALE FLORISTS. .^ Pittsburg, Pa. The Cincinnati Cut Flower Co., »-lS». WHOLESALE FLORISTS. CoDsigDmcnts Solicited. Special Attention Given to Shipping Orderi. Cut Flower Exchange, WU. DILGER, Manager, WHOLESALE COMMISSION. Full line of FlorlBts' SuppllPS and DeooratloDB. Special attentioD to sblppiDg orders. 26 Miami Avenue, DETROIT, MICH. Please mention the American Florist every time you write to an advertiser. ikkkkkkkikkkikuiiikkkkkuuuuuiiiiiiuuiiikine \MAlJ\7L or GREEN 7S cents per 1000, In iiOOO lots or over; single 1000, Si .00. Also small Green Galax for Violets. WILD SMILAX, 50 lb. case. $6.00. 35 lb. case, $160. 25 lb. case, $3.50. PALM LEAVES, $1.60 and $!.00 per 109. FERN, Fancy, $J.OO per 1000. FERN, Dagger, $1.25 per 1000. L. J. KRESHOVER. 110-112 W. 27th Street, NEW YORK CITY. Teleptione call. 597 Madisou Stjuare. HARRY A. BUNYARO, Mgr, 38 West 28th Street, NBW YORK. Telephone, 798-799 Madison Sq. RICE BROTHERS WHOLESALE FLORISTS and FLORAL SUPPLIES. Receivers and Shippers of Fresh Cut Flowers. Sopoinl Bltrntion to shippine rmhTfl. ,\ cnni- ph'lc line of Florists' nr.'ds. S'-iul for price list. Promi»t returns on all consif^niui-nts. 128 N. sixth St. MINNEAPOLIS, MINN OHOIOBJ LILY of the VALLEY in large quantities, the finest that is grown, $4 and $5 per JOO. JOHN WOLF. SAVANNAH, QA. Galax Leaves,Etc. ' Per 1000 Choice Bronze tind Grnen, medium size | .50 Cholo4? Hronxe and Green, large size 65 Choice Leucothoii Sprtiys 8.00 Choice Fancy and DagKer Ferns 76 Choic« Uhorlodi'ndfdn Leiivea 60 Khodo'lendron I^^Mivcs for ft'stoouiuKs, 50c per 1000 Lftri^est dealer on earth. Cash with first order. J. N. PRITCHARD, ELK PARK, N. C. Always mention the American Flo- BIST when vrriting to advertiwri. igo2. The American Florist. 327 Chicago Wholesale Cut Flower Assoeiation E. C. AMLING3 Wholesale Cut Flowers 32-34-36 Randolph Street, CHICAGO. BASSETT & WASHBURN. Wholesale Cut Flowers 76-78 Wabash Avenue, CHICAGO. BENTHEY&CO. Wholesale Cut Flowers 35 Randolph Street, CHICAGO. J. A. BUDLONG. Wholesale Cut Flowers 37-39 Randolph Street, CHICAGO. J. B. DEAMUD. Wholesale Cut flowers 51 Wabash Avenue, CHICAGO. E. H. HUNT. McKellar & Winierson Go. Wholesale Cut Flowers Wholesale Cut Flowers 76 Wabash Avenue, CHICAGO. EASTER PRICE LIST. (Adopted by the Association.) Per doz. BBAUTIBS, JO to 40 inch stem 15.00 to S8.C0 24 " •■ 4.00 20 '■ " 3.00 15 " " 2.00 12 " " 1.60 8 ■' " 1.00 short " .75 BRIDES, 1 Per 100. n *IDS, ( Special A Stock $9.0J to $10.00 MBTBORS, i Select 6.O0 to 8.00 QATBS, JGoodav.rage S.ODto B.OO PBRLES, fancy 6.00 to 8.00 5.00 LIBERTY, fine 10.00 to 15 00 ROSES, our selection 3 03 to 500 CARNATIONS, extra fancy 5.00 to 6.00 fancy, good average 3.00 to 4. CO VIOLETS 50 to 1,00 MIQNONETTE 3.0O to 4 00 Bulb Stock. EASTER LILIES, select $18.00 to $20.03 " " seconds 10.00 to 12.50 CALLAS 12 00 to 15 00 TULIPS, double 4.00 to 5.C0 " single, all colors 3.03 to 4.00 DAFFODILS, double, extra fine ... . 3.00 to 4.00 DUTCH HVACINTHS 4.C0 to 6.00 LILY OF THE VALLEY 3.00 to 4.00 Green Stock. ASPARAGUS Per string $ .50 to % .75 Sprays Per lOO 3.00 to 4. CO Sprengeri.... " 4.00 to 6.00 COMMON FERNS Per lOCC 3.00 '■ Ptr 100 .30 QALAX LEAVES Per 1000 1 00 to 1 50 SMILAX, extra heavy Per 100 15.00to 18.C0 LEUCOTHOB SPRAYS.... 1.00 ADIANTUM " l.COto 1.50 WILD SMI LAX Per case. No 1 15-lbs $2.50 3 25 No. 2, 20 lbs No. 3, S5-lbs 3 75 No. 4, 35-lbs 4 50 No. 5, 40- lbs 525 No. 6 50- lbs 6 00 FBANK OAKLAND KENNICOTT BROS. CO., Wholesale Cut Flowers Wholesale Cut Flowers 55-57 Wabash Avenue, CHICAGO. 42-44 Randolph Street, CHICAGO. 45-47-49 Wabash Avenue, CHICAGO. JOHN MUNO, Wholesale Cut Flowers 51 Wabash Avenue, CHICAGO. GEORGE REINBERG, Wholesale Cut Flowers 51 Wabash Avenue, CHICAGO. PETER REINBERG, Wholesale Cut Flowers 51 Wabash Avenue, CHICAGO. WEILAND & RISCH, Wholesale Cut riowers 59 Wabash Avenue, CHICAGO. WIETOR BROS., Wholesale Cut Flowers 51 Wabash Avenue, CHICAGO. 328 The American Florist. Mar. 22, PLANTS FOR EASTER »» NOVELTIES IN RIBBONS SAMUEL S. PENNOCK, Wholesale Florist, iei2-ll LUDIOW ST.. PHIIUEIPHIA, PA. GEO. A. SUTHERLAND, 34 Hawley St., BOSTON. Telephone 1370 Main. BEST BOSTON FLOWERS. AU SuppUes. An entire floor Devoted to Stock and Manu- facturing. Distributing Agent for United States for the wonderful LETTER, unequalled for design work. Script, any color, 3V^ a letter. Block letters, IV^ eacli. The most elaborate design work to order in a few minutes. General Asentb: H. BAYERSDORFER & CO., Philadelphia. REED & KELLER. New York City. SpeciaT AmericarBeauty, CITY HALL CUT FLOWER MARKET OARIVAO-IOIVS, WELCH BROS., Props. Lily of the Valley, Violets, ^^^V^^^y^'^Il^ll^T. Bostonjass, FOR • Easter- I shall have a splendid assortment of every va- riety of flowers needed by the retail trade, at prices that defy compe- tition. WRITE ME ABODT IT. ^ J. K. SLLEN, 106 West 28th Street, urui ynDV PITV Telephone 167 Madison Sq. lltH lUnKuilli N. F. McCarthy & go. 84 Hawley St., BOSTON, ARE RECEIVING ELEGANT ROSES ALL VARIETIES. DON'T YOU WANTSOME? Tel. 734 and 6* Mala. Geo. M. Moss, WHOLESALE FLORIST, 32 South 17th Street, PHILADELPHIA, PA. Long Distance *Phone 1-41-26 D. Consignments ol Roses, Carnations, Violets solicited. N.Y. GUT FLOWER EXCHANGE 404-412 E. 341h St. Near Ferry. Open for Cut Flower Sales at 6 o'clock Every Morning OEBIRABLE WALL SPACE TO RENT FOR ADVERTISING. JOHN DONALDSON, Secretary. Wbol^ale flower/arKgfe BOBTON, M.ir. 19. Boiei, Be&uty, extra 35.00@50.CI0 " " medium 12.00@20.00 " " culls 6.00® 8.00 " Bride, Bridesmaid, Meteor. 3.0O@ 6.00 " extra 8.00@10.00 Carnations 1.00® 2 03 " fancy 2.00® 2 50 Lily of the valley 2.00® 3.00 Violets 15® .50 Harrisii lilies 8.00@12.00 Freesia 1.00® 1.60 Narcissus Paper White 1.00@ 1.50 Yellow 1.50® 3.00 Roman hyacinths 75® 1.50 Tulips 2.00® 3.00 Callas 8.0O@10.00 Adiantum 50® 1.00 Smilax 12.00@16.00 PhiladkIjPHIA, Mar. 19. Eciei, Tea 5.00® 8.00 " extra 10.00@12.00 Beauty, extra 15.00@BO.OO " firsts 30.00@40.0O Queen of Edgely, extra 76.00 firsts.... 25.00 Carnations 1.00® 3.00 Lily of the valley 4.00® 5.00 Asparagus 25.00@B0.00 Smilax 12.50®16.00 BuiTALO, M.ar. 20. Roses, Beauty 7.00@36.00 " Bride, Bridesmaid, Meteor 6.00@13.50 Carnations 1.60@ 4 00 Violets 50® 1.00 Lily of the valley 3.00® 4.00 Smilax 15 .00@20 . 00 Adiantum 1.00@ 1.50 Give Us a Trial. We Can Please You Roses, Carnations and all kinds of Seasonable Flowers in stock. W II C VACTIIIft Wholesale Com- irnii ■• IVHdIllllli mission Florist, 481 Washington St., Buffalo, N. V. Dealer in Florists' SuppUes and Wire Designs. Open Dar and Night. Gut Harrisii Lilies. I am growing the largest batch of lilies in New England. Have over 50,000 Harrisii besides plenty of Japans for Easter. Can supply blooms all the time from now till spring. Can fill orders lor any quantity at an hour's notice. H. N. EATON, 'Phone Connection. SO. SUDBURY, MASS. MARKETING for flowers is a pleasure il done at the Headquarters of the NEW YORK GUT FLOWER GO. Here is the choicest stock of the most eminent growers, fresh every morning and in full variety. Goods selected and shipped to any part of Ih^ country. Always room for growers looking for an outlet for good cut I1o\n cr stork. DAILY REPORTS. WEEKLY PAYMENTS. B FM^O'WHJieei OFT AT^I^ K;ii«r>(». LEO. NIESSEN, Wholesale Florist. N.W.Gor. Filberts 13th St., PtlliadeiphJa. igo2. The American Florist. 329 Note the Smile of Satisfaction U/hon ^^^ consignor reads his returns rrnm nlliill the buyer opens a box of flowers rlUIII I nun I DlViinD WHOLESALE COMMIS- llUnll li nAlHUlf) SIOX FLORIST. ara 49 w. 28tii st., new york. YOUNG & NUGENT WHOLESALE FLORISTS Jj^Ew^voAKf""'" Are shipping the finest Roses, Carnations, Valley, Orchids, Novelties, in the New York Market. ^ __Price Ust to Applicants. TELEPHONE 2066 MADISON SQUARE, Walter f. Sheridan, Wholesale Florist, Telapbona 902 Madison Sqnaro. 39 West 28th St., NEW YORK. Telephone Nos. 2239 and 2034 Madison Square. MOORE, HENTZ & NASH Wholesale Commission Florists, 65 and 57 West 26tli St., NEW YORK CITY. Adjoining New York Cut Flower Co. salesroom. Finest Salesroom in the Trade. Inspection Invited. AU business, selling or shipping, strictly commission. uiuni coAi r WILLIAM GHORMLEY,nAui.,AAinu Wnill rAlll r receiver and shipper of fresh cut flowers, daily stock of all uUlffllilluulUll " ' '^ ^ ■■^Fl ■ ■■ ■■ jur rHnirrcT VAPimrc rnnu pfct nonivrDc u/un chid ti\ wriv vnpu ^^ ^^ ■■■■■■ ■ ^F ^F ■ ^0 ■ ■ \ ORCHIDS, ROSES, CARNATIONS, VALLEY. Largest receiver of VIOLETS in America 3 Talaphone 2200 Madison Square, 57 WEST 28th STREET, NEW YORK CITY. JOHN YOUNG Special American Beauties, Surpassing Carnations, Violets, Lily of the Valley, Orchids, and all Seasonable Flowers. 51 West 28t]i St., NEW 70BX. Tel. 1905 Madison Sq. THE RECOGNIZED HEADQUARTERS IN NEW YORK CITY FOR Violets and Carnations GROWERS and BUYERS make a note of this. It will be to your advantage. WWI. H. GUNTHER, SO West 29th St., New York. Telephone 551 Madison Square. FRANK MILLANG, CUT FLOWERS, WHOLESALE COMMISSION, 408 E. 34th Street, Cut Flower Exchange. NEW YORK. Telephone 299 Madison Sqnare. B8TABLI8HED 1872, JOHN J. PERKiNS, COMMISSION FLORIST, Solicits Consignments or Shipping Orders. Satisfaction given in both. Write lor Termi. 115 West 30th St., New York. POPULAR WITH THE TRADE. Therefore a profitable place to send your Flowers. M. 5. HART'S, 48 West 30th St., New York City. Telephone 325 Madison Square. Choice Carnations. iiBlected Rose$. Traendly & Sciienck NEV YORK CITY, 38 W. 28th Street, Cut Flower Exchange. New Telephone No. 798 & 799 Madison Sq. Wbol^^ale pbwer/larKjfe New Yobe, Mar. 19. Boses, Beauty, select 30.00@40.00 " " medium 5.00@20.00 " " culls 1.00® 3.00 " Bridesmaid, Bride, Meteor 2.O0@ 6.00 " " " extra.. 6.00@10.00 " Liberty 1.00® 4.00 " Liberty special 8.00®20.00 Carnations 1.00® 2.50 Carnations, specialties 5.00® 6.00 Violets 15.® .50 Lily of the Tfilley 1.50® 3.00 Roman hyacinths 76® 1 . 50 Paper White narcissi, Freesia l.OO® 1.50 Yellow narcissi l.OO® 2.00 Callas 4.00® 6.00 Sweet Peas 1,00 Tulips, single 1.00® 2.00 double 2.00® 4.00 Lilac, per bunch 1 .00 Harrisii lilies 6.00® 8.00 Cattleyas 10.00®40.00 Mignonette 1.00® 6.00 Smilax 10.00@15.00 Asparagus 25.00@50.00 " Sprengeri, per doz. bun. 2.00@3.00 Adiantum 75@1.0O GHAS. MILLANG, 50 W. 29th St., -NEW YORK. FORD BROS. Receivers and Shippers of FRESH FLOWERS. Best Violets in New York market. Ill WEST 30th ST., NEW YORK. Telephone 157 Madison Square. Julius Lang 53 West BOtk Street, NEW YORK. RSFBBBENTS THE BEST GBOWEBS Ot ROSES, CARNATIONS, VALLEY. TKLBPHOira 280 Madisok Sqc.«eb. ALEX. J. GUTTMAN, Wholesale Commission Florist, A full supply dally of the cholceat New York and New Jersey FLOWERS. S2 W. 29th Street, NEW YORK CITY. Telephone 1738 Madison Square. Wholesale Commission Florist, BEST FI.OWBKS SHIPPED AT tOWEST NEW YOKK PRICES. 19 Boerum Place, Breoklyn, N. Y. Tblephonb 939 Maik. ...GEO. M. KELLOGG... Largest Grower^of... Q^^ FlOWCrS Give us an order and we will please 3'ou. Our Greenhouses at PLEASANT HILL, MO. Our Store, 906 Grand Ave., KANSAS CITY, MO. ^^"LONG DISTANCE 'PHONE AT EITHER PLACE. Now in Season : FREESIAS, DAFFODILS. TULIPS LILAC. SWEET PEAS and ACACIA. EDW. C. HORAN. 47 WEST 28th ST.. .NEW YORK. Cyj FLOWERS AI WHOLESALE. TeL 421 Madlion Sqnare, All Roses, Violets 330 The American Florist. Mar. 22. The gEEQ TsaQB. AMERICAN SEED TRADE ASSOCIATION. J. E. NoETHKUP, Pres.; S. F. Leonard, Vice- Pres.; S. F. Willard, Wethersfleld, Conn., Seo'y and Treas. Twentieth annual oonvention, Twin Cities, Minn., June, 1902. The Wholesale Seedsmen's Leagrueheld a meeting in New York city March 19. H. W, Bdckbee, Rockford, 111., who had his leg and arm broken in falling down an elevator shaft some time ago, is improving slowly. The freesia crop prospects in Southern California are reported improved by recent rains; a larger proportion of small sized bulbs is expected. From Oconto, Wis., come reports from 2,000 to 2,500 acres planted to Alaska peas and it is expected $30,000 will be paid this fall to farmers for the crops of this variety. Visiting Washington:— Frank T. Emer- son, H. H. Harries, J. E. Northrup, and representatives of other seed houses. The Department of Agriculture is considering bids for the supply of seeds for the coming year. Bids closed March 21. Plan of Seed Distribution. The following is the full text of Prof. B. T. Galloway's approved recommenda- tions to the Secretary of Agriculture with regard to changes in the plan of free seed distribution: ^ \yASHrNaTON, D. C, February 28, 1902. Hon. James Wilson, Secretary of Agriculture, Sir:— I have the honor to submit herewith a statement setting: forth certain changes which, in our judgment, would increase the value and efBciency of the work connected with the pur- chase, propagation and distribution of seeds, plants, etc., by the Department. In order to make this statement as concise as possible I have con- densed the main points in the following para- graphs: 1. The work connectpd with the Seed and Plant Introduction and Congressioaal Seed Dis- tribution to be in charge of one officer who shall report directly to the Chief of the Bureau. The adoption of this plan will enable us to consider- ably facilitate the work, as under the present system there is an increasing division of labor which makes it difficult to expedite business at certain times. 2. The Seed and Plant Introduction work to be conducted in such a way as to concentrate effort on a comparatively few crops and to continue work on such crops until their success or failure commercially is fully established. The work will cover not only the introduction of rare seeds and plants from foreign countries, but their further propagation and dissemination after being brought here. It will also include the bringing together and publishing of papers on matters pertaining to the work, the keepingot all records, etc. Wherever it is practicable to do so the grow- ing and te&ting of seeds and plants introduced will be carried on in co operation with the Experiment Stations in the several states. The main object of this work is to build up new industries in the country, and for this reason the investigations will often lead into broad questions on various commercial matters. Thus, the intro- duction of macaroni wheat not only means suc- cessfully demonstrating that such wheat can be grown at a profit in certain sections of the coun- try, but that it will find a market after being pro- duced. Markets, therefore, must be created and manufacturers intf-rested to the end that they will take the wheat grown and be able to make a commercial success of the products produced therefrom. 3. The Congressional Seed Distribution proper 19 to be conducted so as to confine it as closely as possible to new, rare and special seedsand plants, and the building uj> of agriculture and horticult- ure by demonstration experiments with the seeds and plants distributed. For the present, and for convenience only, the work may be divided into two classes; (a) the distribution of special si?eds and plants such as forage crops, tobacco, cotton, sugar boets, cereals, etc., and (b) the distribution of miscellaneous vegetiible and flower seeds secured as hereafter described. In the handling of the special seeds and plants due attention will be paid to the requirements of different sections of the country, and the crops will be so selected as to improve the conditions of the districts into which the seeds and plants arc sent. A promising forage crop will be distributed in a section where knowledge of soil and climate indicate success and where the co-operation of a sufficient num- ber of farmers can be obtained to make the work- in a measure a demonstration experiment. The same plan can be followed with tobacco, cotton and the other special crops, particular attention being given to com^iaratively new things. In this connection the plant breeding work carried on by the Bureau can be brou-jht into service in the matter of introducing and distributing the things obtained as a result of the plant breeding work. A careful system of record keepiuiz will be established so that the benefit derived from the work can be followed. In the miscellaneous distribution of vegetable and flower seeds the work will be so conducted as to gradually introduce new, or little known things, dropping them after the first or second year and allowing the demand created for them (if demand there be) to be supplied by the trade. The seedsmen of the country are constantly on the lookout for new things, and every year there is offered to the public varieties of vegetables and flowers which may have advantages over the older sorts in a number of ways. Our work may be so carried on as to aid in disseminating these novelties and specialties, taking care, of course, that nothing is sent out without some good claim to value and to newness.. To determine this for ourselves, arrangements can be make with such of the State Experiment Stations as may be necessary to carry on co-operative tests of the varieties in advance of their distribution, thus making it possible to eliminate the things that give little promise of value. The novelties secured and sent out should, in our judgment, be distributed under the name of the introducer, first because credit of this kind should be given, and second for the reason that it will at once be a guarantee and a protection to the Department, for no reputable firm can afford to have anything go out that may injure its standing in the trade. It is believed that the best interests of the work will be subserved by adopting a different method of securing tbe miscellaneous seed. Instead of placing this whole matter in the hands of a con- tractor it is believed that better results will be obtained by the Department securing the seed in the open market and arranging through & con- tractor for its packeting, assembling aud other work connected therewith. To carry out this plan to the best advantage the country should be divided into districts according to climatic requirements, and certain assortments adapted to those districts should be distributed therein. Aside from the benefit derived from each district getting the things best suited to it, the plan will do away with the necessity of having to secure such large quantities of a "variety, thus enabling the Department to decrease the families and increase the number of varieties. As an adjunct to this work the Department will broaden its variety testing experiments to Include not only all the seed sent out. but such of Iho novelties and specialties offered by the trade in their cata- logues as it is practicable to si'cure in the open market. This work will not only be carried on in the gardens at Washington, but as already Indicated, a part will be done at certain of the State Experiment Stations as well. In the matter of vitality tests it is believed that better results will be obtained by doing away with arbitrary standards and adopting a plan whereby the requirements will represent the average condition of the particular kind of seed concerned in the open market. Thus, instead of requiring lettuce to have a vitality of 90 per cent or more, the variety in question should be required to show a vitality equal to samples of the same thing grown under as nearly the same conditions as possible and purchased in the open marAet. Believing that tbe foregoing plan, which touches only the main points, will materially advance the work, and trusting that the same mtets with your approval, I remain, Very respectfu ly, (Signed) B. T. Galloway, Chief of Bureau. Approved: (Signed) James Wilson. In ^m Murillo Tulips Double rink. J.B.Deamud WHOLESALE CUT FLOWERS. 51 Wabash Ave. CHICAGO. Prices as adopted by Chicago Wholesale Cut Flower Association. We shall have the very finest lot of Send Us Your RQses, GamatJons, Lilies, Tulips ORDERS and other Stock for Easter. New Crop Clematis Panlculala, Irailo pkt., 10c; o/,., BOc; per lb.. $.5. Centaurea Imperialis, mixed, trade pkt., 10c; oz.. 50c. separjite colors, td. pkt., 15c; oz., 70o. Asparagus Sprengeri, por 10 lbs. $1: 2b lbs., 13.25; 100 Iha,, *8; case 350 lbs. , ,$;5.00. Johnson & Stokes, 217 and 219 Market St , Philadelphia, Pa. Ttie largest Hard-heading, Fine Grained, Smallest Hearted, Distinct Round, Late Cabbage known. Gardeners will do well to give it a trial. Mr. J. lU. Lupton, the noted cabbage specialist says: It Is entirely distinct and keeps over the wdntiT better tlian any oilier kind. Packet, 10c: Oz., 50c; 1-4 Pound, $1.50: Pound, $5.50, poitpaid. Catftl'tgiio frre for askinj:, "HOUSER." H. L HOLMES, Seedsman. HARRISBURG, PA. NEW LATE CABBAGE 20,000 lbs., KLEIN-WANZLE- BENER SUGAR BEET SEED. $10.00 per lOO lbs. American Qermination test 98 per cent. P. o. b. Detroit or Windsor, WINDSOR FLOWER SEED CO. BOX 335. WINDSOR, ONTARIO. fUase mention the American Florist when writing. TELEGB.AFH CODE or THI AM. SEED TRADE ASSOCIATION In •itberitlfforflexlbleoorer. ▲ddribs obdibato AMERICAN FLORIST CO.. CHICAQO. igo2. The American Florist. 331 Long BEAUTIES (30-40 INCHES, SS.OO TO $6.00 PER DOZ.) We shall have large supplies of extra high grade Long Beauties for Easter and are in a position to say that we can fill orders of any size. State your requirements and we will do the rest. E. C. SMLING, The Largest, Best Equipped and Most Centrally Located Wholesale Cut Flower House in Chicago. 32-34-36 Randolph St. CHICSGO. L. D. PHONES CENTRAL 1999 AND 1977. J. A. BUD LONG Soses and Carnations A Specialty. 37-39 Randolph Street, CHICAGO. =-CUT FLOWERS JOHN MUNO, "s,;;:;s Cut Flowers "oom 221. 51 Wabash Ave., CHICAGO. Tklephoitk Centkal 3598. All telegraph ftsd telephone orders given prompt attentioQ, Bassett&Washburn 76 & 78 Wabash Ave., CHICAGO. Cut Flowers Wholesale Dealers and Growers of GREENHOUSES HINSDALE. ILL. Poehlmann Bros. Co. Wholesale Growers of Ki.r.i, Cut Flowers All telegraph and telephone orders given prompt attention. 35-37 Gebenhguses: Randolph Street, Morton Grove, 111. CHICAGO, ILL. A. L. Randall, WHOLESALE FLORIST. 4 Washington Street, CHICAGO Send for weekly price list and social quotations on 1000 lota. American Florist Advts. Wbolfjale power/\arK?fe Boiei, Beauty, Chioaso, Mar. 21. 30 to 36-inoh stemi 24 20 15 12 6to8 4.00 3.00 2.00 1.50 1.00 'per 100 4.00@6.00 Bride, Bridesmaid 4.00@ 8.00 " Meteor 3.00® 8.00 " Perle 3 00® 6.00 " GoldenGate 3.00® 8.00 Carnations 1.00® 4.00 Violets 75® 1.00 Lily of the valley 3.00® 4.00 Callas, per doz 1 .25@1 .50 Tulips 3.00® 4.00 Romans, Paper Whites 2.00(9 3.00 Adiantum 1.00® 1.50 Commonferns per 1,000 13 60 .30 Galax leaves, per lOOO tl.OO .15 Smilax per dozen 1.25® 1.50 "TAMCY DAGGER HARDY GUT FERNS At The Following Prices In 1,000 lots ; $1.50 per 1000 In 5,000Iots 1.40 In 10,000 lots 1.30 In25,0001ot8 1.25 " L. B. BRAGUE, Hinsdale, Mass. Always mention the American Flo- rist when writing to advertisers. E. H. Hunt, WHOLESALE. Cut flowers THE "OLD RELIABLE." 76 Wabash Ave., CHICAGO. LILYof the VALLEY FOR EASTER. The finest quality in unlimited quantities. Fine Valley Pips for Forcing. Write for Prices. 1409-141 1 W. Madison Si., CHICAGO. FRANK GARLAND, .. Cut Flowers Wholesale Grower SPECIAL ATTENTION -I3^"t^"■»■|Vr «i GIVEN TO HARDY CUT -"^ M2tXX.lJ^ ^St 55-57 WABASH AVENUE, Telephone Central 3284. CmCA.QO. DCUC|1DCD you can get our Standard Brands nLlnLnlDLn of Wild Smilax and other Greens from such people as J. B. Dumud, Chicago. H. Bayarsdorfar S Co., Phlla. L. J. Krathovar, N. T. CHy. Vail Saad Co., Indlanapolli. Ed. Raid, Philadelphia. J. M. McCullough'i Sons, Cincinnati, 0. Michigan Cut Flower Excliange, Oatroit, Mich. or direct from us. A Full Supply Constastlt on Hand. Gildwell The Woodsman Co. , Evergreen, Ala. American Florist Advts. Always Sell Stock. 332 The American Florist. Mar. 22. The (vluRSERY Tr^i^e. AM. ASSOCIATION OF NURSERYMEN. R. C. Berckmanb, Pres.; R. J. Coe, Vioe-Pres. GBOseE C SEAeEB, Rochester. N. Y., Sec'y. Twenty-seventh annual convention, Milwaukee, Wis., June, 1902. The Luke Brothers Company has been incorporated at Chicago with a capital stock of $25,000. The Utah Nursery Co., of Salt Lake City, is fighting: the condemnation pro- ceedings of the Rio Grande Western Rail- way, which seeks a right of way through its nursery grounds. It is reported that the zero weather of January, following a mild mid- winter, has resulted in a poor showing of buds of peaches, plums, cherries and even apples in Missouri, Tennessee and Georgia. St. Paul. THADE VARIABLE B OT GOOD ON THE WHOLE. — FINE PROSPECTS FOR EASTER. — OTHER NOTES. Trade has its ups and downs, up one day and down the next, though on the whole it has been most favorable. The weather, which has been extremely warm, changed suddenly cold on Satur- day and the mercury hovers near the zero mark, with a strong northwest wind blowing at a forty mile gate. There is a good supply of seasonable stock in the growers' hands for Easter and every indication points to extremely good sales. Lilies are fairly plentiful, with a good supply of spiraea, hydran- geas, roses, azaleas and so forth. Cut flowers will be in good supply and prices will be moderate unless severe weather should prevail. Holm & Olsen have purchased glass, intending to erect two or three green- houses the coming season. R. C. Seeger has opened a flower coun- ter in a department store here. Felix. Champaign, III. — Work is being pushed rapidly forward on the new I. C. R. R. greenhouses and they will soon be ready to be stocked with spring bedding plants. Milwaukee, Wis. — Robert W. Schenck, who came here from California, has pur- chased a tract of land on State street, near the cemetery and plans to erect a large range oi greenhouses. Clematis. strong field-grown, 2 and 3 year plants, 30c to 35c each; |4.00 per dozen. HD OnCCC from 4-inch potSj own roots, I r> nUOLO $l.uOdoz.:$lU per 100: 12 kinds. PAEONIAS, Cboicc named collection. Distinct named kinds and colors, $1.50 perdoz.;8I0 p<'r 100. r. A. BAILER. BLOOMINGTON. ILL Violets. I have rooted runners of my select strain of Marie Louise Violets at (4.00 per lOCO. Rooted runners of Imperial Violet, 11.00 per 100. John Bronner, 301 Beecher St., Syracuse. N.Y. Baby Primroses (PRIMULA FORBESI). Rooted Cuttings; 75c per 100, |6.00 per 1000; out of 4-in. pots in full bloom, $1.00 per doz. Cash please. HENRY EICnnOLZ, Waynesboro, Pa Import Freight Agents Delaware, Lackawanna & Western Railroad Co. at Npw York, N. Y. EDK^Bi^o^sr. :koon:o»j:^v"« i>i®¥»A.aro^, F. B. VANDEGRIFT & CO., Publishers of Vandegrift's United States Tariff. Customs Broiters and Forwarders. Foreign Express, Export and Insurance Brokers. MFU/ Vnni^ Onice, 66 Beaver street I A. B. C. Code Used I puir inn Office. 315 Dearborn St. Iltn lUHn Telephone, 928 Broftd. | Cable Address, Vangritt. I lilIll/AUU Phone, Harnson 840. Rhododendron Maximum IKalmia Latifolia The two best native Evergreen Shrubs for out-of-door ornamentation. Furnished by car load lots or in smaller quantities. Send for prices, also Special Rhododendron circulars. VINCA MINOR— 10,000 3-inch clumps for sale cheat). Fine lot of general nursery stock. EASTERN NURSERIES, m.m. Dawson. jugr. JamaicB Plain, Mass. lUjUUU leaved, EugUsli and Turkey, 4 to 10 feet. is^.A.F=i— e: 100,000 Norwey, Sugar, Sycamore and Silver Leaved, all sizes. Catalogue on application. Send estimate of wants for prices. THE WM. H. MOON CO., Slenwood Nursaries. MORRISVILLE. PA. It don't pay to f^row an\'thing but the best. Mrs. Mark Hanna, a GIAT^T among large berries. Mark Hanna has yielded over two hundred bushels to the acre at one picking. Send for wholesale list. MARK T. THOMPSON, Originafor, Rio Visfa, Va. NEW STRAWBERRIES. ESTABLISHED 1802 S SEEDS A Few Left Per 100 1000 LILIUM SPECtOSUM MELPOMENE, laree size. 9 to ll-inohes $8.50 $80.00 LILIUM AURATUM, large size, 9 toll-inches 8.00 75.00 J.MTHORBURN&CO. (Utc of ISJolin Stnct) S6 CORTLANDT STREET. NEW VOIOI SHADE TREES, Etc. Per 100 1000 Sulfur Maple 8 to 9 fl„ $10 Su5.'Hr Maple etc Vft., 7 $60 Su(;:ir Maple 4 to 5 ft., 5 40 Sugiir Maple 3 to 4ft., 3 25 Sugar Maple 114to2Wrt., 2 15 'I'ulijt Poplar (Liriodendron)... 6 to 8ft., 15 American Beech 4 to 6 ft., 5 40 While Uay Ijily (F. Alba), crowns 5 Hemerocallis Dumortiert, earliest 2.50 " Flava. miil-seoson 2.50 " ThiinberKii, latHSt 2.00 18 Double Tiper Lily, struug bulbs 2.50 RinglH " 2.00 18 EuIaliaGraclllima 2.0O 18 Linnieus Rhubarb, true, best, crowns 1 8 Madeira Vine, Ptront; 2 Wtll packed and in cars. Cash with order. E. T. TEAS, CENTKRVILLE, INI). B.W.DIRKEN, Oudsnbosch, Holland. ORNAMENTAL AND FOREST TREES A SPECIALTY. Conifers, Evergreens, Hollies, Etc. Jt %>! Ji Prices on Application. Pfease mention the American Ftonst when writing. Tuberose Bulbs MEDIUM SIZE. Sound, well cured, roots. 3 to 4-inch: At Chicago SS.OO per 1000 A< New VorK 4.50 Der lOOO VAUGHAN'S SEED STORE "^.l^^^- Park Architects and Dealers will find whatever they want in the Holland Nurseries, DeBiltnear Utrecht SPECIALTIES ARE: Conifers. Evergreens, Hardy Shrubs, Lilacs> Ornamental Trees, Fruit Trees in different forms. Azaleas, Rhododendron Ponticum and Hybridum. Please send list of your wants and write for general catalogue. We will make you special offers. Write to GROENEWEGEN & ZOON, l>e nut, near Utrecht, Hulland. RHODODENDRONS "MTN." Seedlings, $10.00 per IikiO. Choice plants. .0 to 10 In., 76o per 10; $500 per 100 " 12 to IH in., 11.60 per 10; 12.50 per 100 Special prices on larRo lots. Cash with llrst order. Uhndodendron Leaves for featoonlni^s, 60c per 1000 AZALEAS, Ycll.iw. Pink and Ked or Flaming, .st/i'S and prlci'S same as Hhudodi-ndrons. J.N. PRITOHARD. ELK PARK, N. O, igo2. The American Florist. 333 u c o >- (^ > •a e 03 O o Z o j2 o u o 0} 0^ z o WRITE, TELEGRAPH, TELEPHONE— WE DO THE REST. KENNICOTTBROS.CO. WHOLESALE COMMISSION FLORISTS AND DEALERS IN ALL KINDS or FLORISTS' SUPPLIES. 42 and 44 East Randolph St. CHICAGO, ILL. Give Us Your Easter Order IVO^W..... and rest assured of getting what you want. We have a record for filling orders when others fail. We Represent more Glass than any other House in Chicago. r H C o c rn o s -< O C 2 ra rn o o o H ra D n > 73 2 > -J O n 2 O 73 California, We have some choice Hybrid Carnation Seed from Lawson, Crane, Marquis, Cloud and Maceo, (00 seeds 25c. New Giant of California Pansy seeds, very large flowers, trade packet 25c; 1 oz. $4. Giant of Cali- fornia Pansy Plants, ready to transplant, $2.50 per JCOO. MITTING FLORAL COMPANY, Looms, CALIFORNIA. ••• IwlL'I^^S ••• Will probably be scarce with you and you will want some fine BOSTON FERNS tor Decorative Plants. Write GEO. A. KUHL. PEKIN. ILL.. for them in 5, 6 and 7-in., also Specimen Plants in Sand 10-in. LILIIM HARRISII. As reliable stock as is produced on the Island, raised, crop-rogued, inspected, and packed by a grower always on the ground. We offer this (V) brand of Harrisii as averaging the most reliable stock exported. Orders placed now can be supplied, late ones could not be filled last year and may not be this. Write for prices on 5 to 7, 7 to 9, and 9 to 11. White Roman Hyacinths. 12 ctms. and upward, being the whole crop above the 12 ctm. size, no 13 to 15 ctms. being taken out. 150,000 of this grade imported by us the past season proved very satisfactory and we offer 1903 crop of same, confident that this grade contains the best value possible for the price, which is made for early orders. Remember the size contains all the bulbs in the crop above 13 ctms. and up to 16 elms. Write lor prices. N. B.— Our usual percentage »f extra early deliv- eries will be made. CHICAGO. I New York. Vauglian's Seed Store PUase mention the A merican Florist when wyiting. 334 The American Florist. Mar. 22, Our pasTiMEs. Annoancements of comuig contests or other eventfl of Interest to our bowling, shooting and OTOllng readers are solicited and will be given place in this column. Address all correspondence for this department to Wm. J. Stewart, 79 Milk St., Boston, Mass.; Eobt. Kift, 1725 Chestnut St., Philadelphia, Pa.; or to the American Florist Co.. 324 Dearborn St., Chicago, 111. At New York. Followinst are the scores made by the New York bowlers last Monday: Player 1st 2d 3d 4th Lang 300 211 208 193 Haflher 159 156 163 141 Siebrecht 191 169 132 130 Mansfield 158 139 172 13i Smith 154 149 172 115 Elliott 166 118 136 93 Shaw 148 133 149 129 Traendly 141 150 147 120 Bunvard 175 149 167 133 Taylor 106 110 103 lOJ At Chicago. The contests Tuesday evening, March 18, were the last in the series of sixty games for which a sewing machine was ofiFered as a trophy. Joseph Foerster was the winner, having participated in fifty-six games with an average just a fraction under 172. Following is the score for the last session: All Stars. 1st 2d 3d T'l C. W. bcott 151 115 138 394 Kneip 110 96 124 330 J. Reardon 161 138 94 393 J.Wilson 130 107 123 360 Clifford Pruner 112 131 134 370 Total 664 580 6.3 1817 Kbtallers. 1st 2d 3d T'l P. J. Hauswirth 133 151 161 448 J. Huebner 157 105 135 397 E. Hauswirth 102 117 144 363 W. Kreitling 130 106 137 373 Geo. Asm us 178 156 126 460 Total 700 638 703 2011 Wholesalebs. 1st 2d 3d T'l Jos. Foerster 180 173 2C3 f56 Ed. Benthey 151 190 135 476 JohnSterrelt 159 131 134 426 Chas. Hugljes 118 128 145 391 E. F. Winterson 188 170 167 516 Total 796 794 774 2364 Growerb. 1st 2d 3d T'l Geo. Stollery 168 149 16! 479 F. Matti 148 157 157 482 J. P. Sinner 137 219 156 512 C. Schafer 169 144 132 445 Fred Stollery 153 184 156 493 Total ; 775 853 763 2391 At Fiatbtish. Thursday evening, March 13, the bowl- ing club had as visitors W. W. Edgar and W. J. Stewart, from Boston. The scores recorded were as follows: Player . 1st 2d 3d E. Dallledouze 151 154 Riley ,210 171 183 H. Dallledouze 130 147 P. Dallledouze 137 115 Edear 117 65 118 Rennle 78 111 Wocker 144 102 158 Schmutz 1.52 134 136 A. Zeller 134 151 121 Raynor 156 137 158 Stewart 93 85 134 Washington. GOOD PHOSPBCTS FOR NEXT WEEK'S TRADE. —EVERYONE HAS STOCK. Everybody is making preparations for the Easter trade. There will be plenty of Lilium longiflorum, hyacinths, tulips, hydrangeas, Crimion Rambler roses and lilacs, in the plant Hue, and roses, carna- tions and violets promise to be plentiful. A. Gude & Brother will have a fine stock. Two houses of Kaiserin Augusta Victo- ria will be in full blast by March 25. F. H. Kramer has a large batch of Lilium longiflorum in bloom, also a num- ber of Crimson Rambler roses. J. R. Freeman is cutting a fine lot of carnations, violets and roses, also lilies, narcissi, hyacinths and tulips. P. G. Beverly, Mass.— B. Larcom has leased a new store at the comer of Cabot and Liberty streets and will open on April 1 one of the best equipped establishments in this county. Retailers brmt & hoe, _,, ,, Forest Glen, Chicago, AttfilltlOn ^°^^ Specialists, careful ^tiwiitiwii selectors and packers of Roses, would like 3 more first-class retail florist customers. Have pleased patrons nine years straight. Can and will please you. PUase mention ihe American Flonsi when uniting. VIOLET Plants in Pots for Pillo^t:loxi. JAMES A. HAMMOND, "' ''S 'vZ.'""'' TELEPHONE 854 MADISON SQUARE. CUT SDIANTUM ANY QUANTITY, VERY FINE. $1.00 PER 100. All Kinds of Greens for Easter. Easter Flowers in full Assortment. Holton & Hunkel Co., Milwaukee, wis. Order BOOK OPEN NOW FOR ftLL GttOIGE Easter Stock, LONGIFLORUMS, BEST IN BOSTON MARKET. POT PLANTS OR CUT BLOOMS. SPECIAL VIOLETS, DAFFODILS, LILY of the VALLEY, TULIPS, CALLAS, CARNATIONS and ROSES. A FULL LINE of EASTER BASKETS. Geo.A.Sutherland^,r'Sas:: igo2. The American Florist, 335 EASTER ELOWERS p P L I E Ribbons, silk cordS A 8 T E —SEND YOUR ORDERS- DIRECT TO McKellar & Winterson Co. 4S-47-49 Wabash Ave. CHICAGO. F/\p Factor PpirDC klndly refer to official price I Ul LOolt/l I I Itvo listoftheC/i/ca^'o VK/jo/e= sale Cut Flower Association in this paper. ORDER DIRECT EROM US. Please mention ike A merican Florist when writing- Caladium BILBS (SOUND) Per 100 5 to7-inoh $ S.Oi rto9-iuch 4 50 ^ 9 to 13-inch S 00 13 inches and up 16.00 YAUGHAN'S SEED STORE, S^rv^o^RK. Please mention the A merican Florist when writing. VERBENA KING Rooted Cuttings now ready. Express prepaid. 100 1000 Verbenas, named,} .60 $5.00 Daisies* white and yellow 1.00 8.00 Heliotrope, 12 var. 1.00 6.00 Smilax, strong pit. 1.50 Salvias,4bestvars. named, Hooted Cuttings 1.00 8.00 Big Boston and Plumosut in 4- inch pots, write. That cash or C. O. D. C. Humleld, Clay Center, Kai. Please mention the American Florist when writinZ' Before placing your Order for Fall Bulbs, write us for Prices. WALTER MOn SEED & BULB CO. 108-110 E. SECOND ST., JAMESTOWN. N. Y. Seedlinga, 30c per 100; $2.50 per 1,000; 2.inch, $1 per 100; 3-irieh, strong, $3 per 100; 200 Asparagus Plumosus, 2y2-inch, $3 per 100, German Ivy, large plants, $1 per 100. Cash Please. MRS. 6RISW0L0, Worthington, Ohio. SPECIALTIES ROSES, from 3-inch pots. CARNATIONS, for all delivery, CHRYSANTHEMUMS, SMILAX, VIOLETS. Prices Low. Send for List. WOOD BROTHERS, Fishkill, N. Y. In Best Varieties 336 The American Florist. Mar. 22, Rochester. BUSIKBSS BBISK. — MANY SOCIAL AND MOR- TDAHY EVENTS CALL FOR GOOD MATER- IAL.— MANY AZALEAS GROWN. Flower trade for the past week was again rather brisk, owing perhaps to an unusually heavy demand for funeral work, though quite a number of dinner and luncheon decorations assisted materially in using up the better grade of stock. Retail prices for ordinary grades are lower than they have been at any time this winter, but select stock holds its own and is not over-plentiful. For the past three years we have had no whole- sale dealer here. The growers sell direct to the retailers and the latter are obliged to obtain a daily additional supply from out of town. Good roses, especially, are scarce in our vicinity. Easter stock looks very promising in nearly every establishment. Flowering plants of all description will be very plen- tiful. Looking over the immense stock of azaleas in different places, It seems quite impossible to dispose of one-half the quantity In a city like ours. A very fine lot of Primula obconica of bright colors and densely covered with flowers, in 7-inch pots, has made its appearance in the market. The E. R. Fry Company has moved to more commodious quarters further up the street, on the comer of East Main and Clinton avenue North. The new store is much lighter than the old stand and looks more cheerful with the abund- ant display of flowering plants exhibited in the windows. !• B. K. Lbnox, Mass. — Peter Fisher's Gov. Wolcott carnation was awarded a certi- ficate ot merit at the March 1 meeting of the horticultural society. On March 15 J. K. M. L. Farquhar delivered a lecture on "Darkest Russia." ROOTED CUTTINGS. Strong Healthy Stock. The following at $12.00 per >00; $100.09 per 1000: Viola Allen, Siclla, Alba, Jos. H. Manley, Mrs. Potter Palmer, Apollo, Harry Fenn, Dorothy Whitney. The following at $10.00 per JOO; $75.00 per lOOO: Golden Beauty, Challenger; Mrs E. A. Nelson, Crcssbrook, Gaiety. The following at $6.00 per JOO; $50.00 per 1000: Gov. Roosevelt, Prosperity, Lorna, Norway. Queen Louise, $5 per 100; $40 per JOOO. Mrs. Lawson,$4.50 per JOO; $40 per JOOO. Morning Glory and Mrs. G. M. Bradt, $3.00 per JCO; $25.00 per JOOO. Lizzie McGowan and Wm. Scott, $J.50 per 100; $J2 00 per JOOO. THE COTTAGE GARDENS, QUEENS, L. I., N. Y. For Exchange 500 good strong Rooted Cuttings Prosperity for same number Lawson. Address TLORIST, 232 State St., Naw Haven, Conn. CJfTmTmTmmmTTmmmnTmTmfmmTmTTmmTTmmmnmmmmmTmmTnTTnma The Sensational New 11(186 Itr 1902, I MRS. OLIVER AMES. For description, prices, etc., see Trade List. Henrv A. Traak, Editor ot "North Amerk-an." says in a letter dated Feb. 19th. 1902. 3 The bok ot roses arrived safely last Saturday afternoon. Please accept my thanks. To my 3 mind they are the realization of the ideal. Yours very truly. H. A. TRASK, Editor. 3 SI 00.00 IS OFFERED IN PRIZES for Cut Flowers of this Rose at Madison Square Show next fail. PUDVC AUTUCIIIIIIV Some new European varieties of sterling merit, the stock of which Unn I wAH I nCnlUHIu we control for the American Market, and also all the cream of last year's new European varieties, and all the New American varieties ot this season's intro- 3 duction; for those contemplating growing for the shows next fall the above will prove winners. 3 PADUATinUV Ail the New and standard Varieties. My catalogue describing the above 3 UAnllnl lUnd will be mailed to those not having received it, by sending a postal card to 3 JOHN H. MAY, Summit, N. J. I Well Rooted, Clean Healthy Stock. PROSPERITY NORWAY Per 100 Per lOQO $5.00 $35.00 4.00 35.00 FLORA HILL Per 100 Per 1000 ....$1.50 $9.00 WHITE CLOOD .... I 50 9.00 1, A WRON 3 50 30.00 TRIUMPH .... 1.50 9.00 CRANE 1.50 fl.OO SPORT (Guardian Angel) . MARQUIS .... 1.50 9.00 AMERICA 1.50 9.00 .... 1.50 9.00 QUEEN LOUISE, $4.60 per 100; $40.00 per lOOO. All Rooted Cuttings sold under express condition that if not satisfactory when received they are to be returned Immediately, when money will be refunded. WIETOR BROS., ^A^E^Nir CHICAGO. sreacCTi5«at»a<5»igi r»i:^.^iva>®. 2V4-in. pots. Per lOO Per 1000 BRIDESMAID $3.00 I25.0O BRIDE 3.00 25.00 KAISERIN 3.0O 25.00 2)4-in. pots. Per 100 Per lOOO PERLB $3.00 $25.00 GOLDEN GATE 3.00 25.00 BOOTED ROSE CUTTINGS. Per 100 Per ICOO BRIDESMAID $1.50 $13.50 BRIDE 1.60 12.50 Per 100 Per 1000 GOLDEN GATE $1.50 PERLB 1.50 $12.50 12.50 All Plants and Rooted Cuttings sold under express conditions that If not satisfactory when received they are to be returned Immedi- ately, when money will be refunded. PeterReinberg,5l Wabash AYe.,CMcago f f Orders taken for a limited amount of the following: BRIDES, Rooted Cuttings ft. 50 per lOO; |t2.S0 per 1000 MAIDS, " " 1 50 " 12.50 METEOR, " " 1.50 " 12.50 AM. BEAUTY, 2>^-inch pots... 6.00 " 50.00 " All cuttings to be rooted to order and wood taken from highest grade, strong stock. f SOUTH PARK FLORAL CO., NEW CASTLE, IND. AMERICAN BEAITY ROSES, First crop now ready. Strong plants from 2^-in. pots, $6.00 per 100; $50.00 per 1000. Our young plants of American Beauty are exceptionally fine this year, and we extend a cordial Invitation to intending planters to inspect our stock. Orders booked now for Spring delivery and will be filled in rotation. ROBT. SCOTT & SON, Sharon Hill, Del. Co., Pa Pfease mention the A merica n Florist when wriiinz- Am.Beauties ROOTED CITTINGS READY APRIL 1. S25.00 PER 1000. This Hto<:;k is free from spot, thorovighly rooted and first clnas in fvery n'specl. If not satisfactory or just as represented by us you can nHurn same at once. J. A. BUDLONG, 37 and 39 Randolph St., CHICAGO, ILL. SPLENDID STOCK llln^!l!'^L ai/olncb Bridesmaids, $5.00 per 100; $45.00 per 1,000. Rooted Cuttings, Brides and Ilridesmaids $1.50 per 100. Cash please. ALBERT F. AMIING, Vaywood, III. ROOTED 0UTTIN6S 2>^-inch. Brides |15.00 per tOCO bridesmaids >15.00 per lOOO Good clean stock. C. S. rOOTE, Downers Grove, III. igo2. The American Florist. 339 •I>»iB^E>JEe'®- SUMMER nOWERING BULBS We have fine stocks of the following, all of which are useful for store sales and for growing on for summer cut flowers. LILIESa Perdoz. 100 Auratum, 8 to 9-inch bulbs % 75 $5.00 9 toll " " 1 on "" '• 11 to 13 " •• 1.75 Krameri rose coir r 1.00 Spec, album, 8 to 9-inoh bulbs . .. .75 9to II •■ •• ... 1 00 " roseum, 8 to 9 '" '■ ... .75 9 to 11 " " ... 1.00 " rulrum, 8to9 " " ... .75 9 to II " " ... l.CO BEGONIAS. ing'e, in separate colors 40 mixture 35 Double, m separate colors 65 '* mixture 50 CALADIUMS. Esculentum 6 to ?-inch bulos 41 8 to 10 Formosissima. AMARYLLIS. Per doz. ,. $ .30 10 to 12 Per too $!.00 .9J 7 50 14.00 6.00 6.00 7.00 5.00 7.00 500 7.00 3.00 2.60 5.00 4.C0 3.00 5.00 7.00 GLADIOLUS. All selected first size bull>s. Per White and light shades mixed %\. Scarleiand crimson shades mixed 1. Yellow shades ■■ 2. Striped and variegated " 3. Pink " 1. New Giant (Childsii) " 2, Groff's Hybrids " 2. Ameiioan Hybrids, all colors 1, DAHLIAS. All strontr, field-grown roots. Doub'e Cactud, latest novelties, set of 14 3. 1901 •' '81 " 19O0 " " la 1 DecoTative varieties, " 20 1 Show " " 13 1 Fancy " " 12 l.i Quilled " "6 Pompon *' "12 1, Superb single, " " 10 100 loOO 75 15.00 OO g.SO SO 23.00 00 18.00 25 12.00 ,50 22 OD 75 25.00 .35 10.00 Per lOO no .1(1 15.00 8.00 8.00 8.00 8.00 8.09 8.00 8.00 GLOXINIAS. 5.(X) Superb mixed, per 1000, J „ ,. HYACINTHUS. Candioans (Cape Hyacinth) .EC Strong roots. ISMENE. MADEIRA VINES. Calathina 1 ..50 12.00 Biflora . Crocosmireflora. .. Six choice named sorts . MILLA. MONTBRETIAS. Per doz. .25 TIGRIDIAS. Conohiflora, Pavonia, Grandiflora alba 30 TUBEROSES. Perioo Double Pearl, selected bulbs 1.00 •' " second size bulbs 60 Per 100 3.50 1.00 1.75 Per 1000 9.00 5.00 HENRY A. DREER. 714 CHESTNUT ST., PHILADELPHIA, PA. Well Rooted and Healthy. Per 100 Per 1000 PROSPERITY, white overlaid with pink $6.00 $50.00 GOV. ROOSEVELT, crimson... 6.00 SO.on QUEEN LOUISE, white 4.00 40.00 BON HOMME RICHARD, white 4.00 30 tO IRENE, pink 4.00 30.00 TRIUMPH, pink 2.00 1500 WHITE CLOUD, white 2.00 15.00 THOS. W. LAWSON, pink 4.00 35.00 MARQUIS, pink 2.50 20.00 G. H. CRANE, scarlet 2.00 15.00 AMERICA, scarlet 2.00 15.00 MRS. BRADT, variegated 2.50 20.00 GUARDIAN ANGEL 1.75 15.00 MICHAEL WINANDY, CHICAGO. DEVON AVE. AND NORTH ROBEY. "If you are still looking for a PROFITABLE" HIGH GRADE White Carnation Don't fail to call and see, or investigate the Gov. Wolcoll. Orders booked now will be filled in strict rota- tion, commencing Jan. 1st, 1902, and as fast thereafter as stock is ready. Rooted Cuttings from sand, $10 per 100; $40 per 500; |80 per 1000. Send P. O. Money Orders on Norwood, Mass. Peter Fisher, Ellis, Mass. CARNATIONS Rooted Ctsttings of all the new 1902 and best standard varieties. Send for price list. WILLIAM SWAYNE. BOX 226. KENNETT SQUARE, PA. Imported Bulbs for Florists' Forcing for the Coming Season. Our irraogements for high grade bulbs of Lilium Harritii, French Romans, Paper White Grandiflora, Callas, Japan Longiflorum, London IMarlcet Valley, and picked bulbs of all Dutch Hyacinth*, Tulips, Narcissus and Spiraa are urn x- celled. Bulbs secured from us will be sub- ject to careful inspection and approval on arrival, and if in any way unsatis- factory, will be made good at once. By combining your order for a full line of this stock with us, you get each in season and all at the closest cost for high grade stock. Economy in car- load freight shipments and largi: importations supply half our profits. Write for Prices before closing any forcing stock orders. VAUGHAN'S SEED STORE 14 Barclay St., New York. 84-86 Randolph St., Chicago. Watch This Space FOR FUTURE BARGAINS. JOHJV BROr>, 349 We&t North Avenue, CHICAGO, ILL. Greenhouies, Niles Center, III. Fifty Thousand Rooted Rose Cuttings Brides, Maids, Perles, Golden Gates and Meteors, $1.25 per 100 ; $10.00 per 1000. Guaranteed good stock ormoney refunded. Fostoria Floral Co,, Fostoria, 0. SUCCESSFUL SELLERS are the luccessful growers who advertise in.»t JtJtJt,^ jCjt jt -THE AMERICAN FLORIST. 340 The American Florist. Mar. 22, Toronto. WBATHEK BRINGS STOCK ALONG AT A GOOD PACE. — ROSES OFF CROP. — VARI- OUS NOTES. The continuous bright weather has caused the laggards in the plant line to keep moving and from present indica- tions there will be plenty of flowering plants for all. Funeral work has caused general activity and stock has conse- quently shortened up considerably. Roses are a little ofi crop and unless we have very favorable weather from now on there will undoubtedly be a shortage for Easter. White carnations are scarce. Violets are showing the effect of warm weather but other stock is mostly improv- ing. Grobba & Wandrey are bringing in some nice pots of lily of the valley. These are planted in a special pot resembling a 6-inch pan and find ready sale. Thos. Plumb, who formerly had charge of the cut flower department at Simp- son's, has opened a store on Yonge street. Danlop's are showing a window of white lilac and Lawson carnations which is attracting considerable attention. H. G. D. Halifax, N. S.— James H. Harris was instantly killed on the railroad by the Montreal Express on Friday, February 28. Mr. Harris was a gentleman of ster- ling worth and enjoyed the confidence and esteem of his fellow-florists and fellow-townsmen in a degree such as few men are honored with. The funeral took place on Sunday, March 2. Deceased was a brother of Fred. L. Harris, of Wel- lesley, Mass. ^-L-..CARNATIONS Cressbrook (pink). Oriole (scarlet), Mrs. Nelson (pink), $1.50 per doz.; $10 per 100. Mrs. Palmer (scarlet), Mrs. Higinbotham (salmon pink), Alba (large white), Stella (variegated), Dorothy Whitney (yellow), Apollo (scarlet), $2.00 per doz.; $12.00 per 100. Per 100 Per 1000 Estelle, Best Scarlet $5.00 ... $40.00 Norway, Large White 5.00 ... 45.00 Prosperity, Fancy 6.00 ... 45.00 Queen Louise, White 5.00 ... 45.00 Dorothy, Productive Pink... 5.00 ... 45.00 Morning Glory, Lt. Pink 2.50 ... 20.00 Marquis, Largest Pink 2.50 ... 20.00 Fine stock of rooted cuttings of above and twenty-five other kinds. Get our prices on what you need. ®' GEO. HANCOCK & SON, GRAND HAVEN. MICH. 50,000 Rooted CARNATION CUTTINGS to dispose of yet; all well rooted and free from disease. Per 100 Per 1000 Queen Louise $5.00 $40.00 Flora Hill, Daybreak 1.26 lO.OO Crane, America. Crocker 1.60 12.00 Lippinoott. Melba 12.5 10.00 Lizzie McGowan 1.25 10.00 White Cloud 1,50 13.09 6000 BRIDESMAID ROSES, in 2V,-lnch pots, $2.00 per 100; $20,00 pi;r lOOO. Special prices on large orders. Cash with order. MERCER FLORAL CO.. TI*BlVTOI«, IV. J. ® pOOTED CUTTINGS Per 100 Per 1000 MRS. POTTER PALMER $12.00 $100.00 MRS. HIGINBOTHAM 12.00 lOO.OO PROSPERITY 4.00 30.00 NORWAY 500 40.00 IRENE 3.00 25.00 MRS. LAWSON 3.00 2500 MARQUIS 1.25 10.00 G.H.CRANE 1.25 10.00 FLORAHILL 1.25 10.00 I^OJS£>IS. Per 100 Per 1000 METEOR $1.50 $12.50 PERLE 1.50 12.50 BRIDE 1.50 12.50 Per 100 Per 1000 MRS. JOOST 11.00 $6.00 WHITE CLOUD 1.25 10.00 EVANSTON 1.00 6,00 MRS. IN E 1.25 1000 WM. SCOTT 1.00 6.00 GENEVIEVE LORD 1.25 10.00 ETHEL CROCKER 1.25 10.00 GUARDIAN ANGEL 1.25 10.00 ARGYLE 1.00 6.00 AMERICA 1.25 10.00 Per 100 Per 1000 BRIDESMAID $1.50 $12.60 GOLDEN GATE 1.60 12.50 :R0S£> I»I^A.»faDS from 2%-in. pots. Per 100 Per 1000 METEOR $3.00 $25.00 PERLE 3.00 2.5.00 BRIDE 3.00 25.00 The above named stock Is clean, well rooted and free from disease, Per 100 Per 1000 BRIDESMAID $3.00 $25.00 GOLDEN GATE 3.00 25.00 KAISERIN 3.00 250O GEO. REINBERQ, =Sr CHICAGO. ROOTED CUTTINGS of Carnations and Roses. AU Clean, Healthy Stock, arown Cool. CARNATIONS. PINK VARIETIES. Per 100 Per 1000 MRS. LAWSON $4.00 $35.00 MARQUIS 3.00 25.00 MORNING GLORY 3.00 2.5.00 ETHEL CROCKER 2.00 12.60 MRS. F. JOOST 1.50 12.50 WHITE VARIETIES. NORWAY 5.00 40.00 WHITE CLOUD 1.60 12.50 FLORAHILL 1.60 12.50 RED VARIETIES. RED MRS. BRADT 2.60 20.00 G. H. CRANE 2.00 17.60 AMERICA 2.00 15.00 VARIEGATED VARIETIES. PROSPERITY 6.00 60.00 MRS. BRADT 2.60 20.00 MAROON VARIETIES. GEN. MACEO 1.50 12.50 YELLOW VARIETIES. GOLD NUGGET 3.00 25.00 ROSES. BRIDES.BRIDESM AIDS, METEORS 1.60 12.60 PERLES 2.00 15.00 Orders for less than 25 of one variety charged extra. All plants shipped from Hinsdale. Bassett & Washburn, STORE: 76 WABASH AVE. GREENHOUSES: PlllOIISn HINSDALE. ILL. UlllwAUUl w^ ^^ g-y WT^ ^<^ Crimson Ramblar Ramblers, 3 to 4^4 ft., well branched.. .$10 per 100 ' 2V4to3ft., •• ... 8 per 100 " Wt to2>/2 ft, " " ... 6 per 100 Sou pert, strong field-grown plants 15 per lOO The Conard & Jones Co, West Grove, Pa. SYLVIA A NEW WHITE CARNATION. As a freeaud continu- ous bloomer It beats anything we havo ever grown: Howfrs ave rage 214 toSinohes indiumnter. Rooted cutlintis now ready, $H per 100: *7Ft ppr 1000. WOODFALL BROS.. GlenBurnle, Mil. Please mention the American Florist every time you write to an ad^ertieer. Mrs. Palmer Certificated at Indianapolis, Montreal, St. Louis Chicago. Kansas City. Absolutely the best scarlet carnation ever intro- duced. $12.00 per 100; $100.00 per 1000. Mrs. Higinbotham Certificated at Indianapolis, Chicago, Kansas City, St. Louis. Promises to become the standard Heht pink; will stand in the same position as did Daybreak, ten years ago. $12.00 per lOU; $101'.00 per 1000. Chicot Large white faintly striped in midwinter; ex- tremely fragrant; tinest constitution; more profit- able than rt.ny standard on our place last season and is doing even better now. $6.00 per 100; $50.C0 per 1000. Other rancy Varieties Some of which may be had from soil. Per 100 I'er 1000 LAWSON, pink- $3,00 »3fi.00 BON HOMME, white 3.00 S.'i.OO .lOOST. pink L.'iU 10.00 MACEO, crimson 1.50 10.00 PROSPERITY, variet;uted 4.00 30 00 HOOSIER MAID, white 3.00 26.C0 WHtTRCLODD, " l.BO 10.00 GOV. ROOSEVELT, crimson 5.00 45.00 IRENE, Dink 3.00 25.00 MARQ,U1S, " 2.00 16.00 ESTIOI.LE, scarlet B.OO 45.00 CKANE, " 2.00 15.00 SUNBEAM, l.t. pink 3 00 25.00 O. LORD.pink 1.60 12.50 BRA UT, variegated 3.0O 15.00 AVONDALE 2.00 15.00 NORWAY 5.00 40.00 Chicago Carflation Co. JOLIET. ILL. You will benefit the American Flo- rist by mentioning it every time you write an advertiser in these columns igo2. The American Florist. 341 CARNATION CUTTINGS We are not compelled to cut prices, as our cuttings are the best and sell at sight. We guarantee stock "Ai" or can be returned upon receipt and money will be refunded. INTRODUCTIONS OF 1902. Per 100 1000 60V. WOLCOTT, (Fisher), white, . . . $10 $80 STELLA, (Dorner), variegated, ... 12 100 MRS. E. A. NELSON, (Nelson), glistening pink, 10 80 Sa.SO PER DOZEN. J. H. MANLEY, (Cottage Gardens), orange scarlet 12 100 Per 100 1000 H. FENN, (Cottage Gardens), crimson . $12 $100 VIOLA ALLEN, (Cottage Gardens), variegated, 12 100 VIOLANIA, (Cottage Gardens), variegated, . 12 CRESSBROOK, (Warburton), bright pink, . 10 80 GAIETr, (Hill), variegated,. . . 10 75 FANCY CARNATIONS. PROSPERITY, variegated Per lOo $6.00 Per looo $50.00 MRS. Q. n. BRADT, variegated... 3-00 25-00 NORWAY, white 6.00 50.00 LORNA, white 5.00 40.00 WHITE CLOUD, white MRS. T. W. LAWSON, pink MRS. FRANCES JOOST, pink 3.00 450 3.00 I5-O0 40.00 12.50 IRENE, pink 5-00 40.00 Per 1000 $25.00 35.00 35.00 50.00 15-00 50.00 20. 00 75.00 20.00 Per 100 HORNING QLORY, light pink $3.00 HARQUIS, light pink 3.00 MERHAID, light pink 3.00 GOV. ROOSEVELT, crimson 6.00 QEN. MACEO, crimson 3.00 ESTELLE, scarlet 6.00 Q. H. CRANE, scarlet 2.50 QOLDEN BEAUTY, yellow 8.00 ELDORADO, yellow 3.50 All of our cuttings are well rooted and free from disease. Let us figure on your wants. Discounts on large quantities. BLOOMS SHIPPED FROM GREENHOUSES TO ALL POINTS ON SHORT NOTICE. SEND IN YOUR ORDERS. Upon application, we will mail our catalogue. J. D. Thompson Carnation Co., MENTION THE AMERICAN FLORIST. 342 The American Florist. Mar. 22, FLORISTS' FLOWER SEEDS VSUGHSN'S ASTERS. "THE CARLSON" an imoroved Pa?ODy-Flowered Aster, much liked i Ohicago market. White, pink or lavender, each, trade pkt, 25c, M oz. Trade pkt M oz. $8.00; ;.oo BRANCHING OR SEMPLE, White pound, ■' '■ Ro'e pink '* " Lavender pound, $12 Red " " Purple *' " Daybreak pink Mixed pound, $6.00 VAUGHAN'S NEW UPRIGHT WHITE BRANCHING, lb.. $I3.ro VAUGHAN'S NEW UPRIGHT PINK BRANCHING, lb.. $12.00 QUEEN OF THE MARKET, " Im. i Pink I Scarlet \ Each •' " " Light blue Dark blue Mixed ALYSSUM, Little Gem, extra Bnc strain., .pound, $2.50 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 25 30 30 33 30 25 20 30 30 n the $1.20. oz. $ .75 1.00 l.fO 1.20 1.01 .75 .50 1.00 1.00 .50 .50 SWEET PEAS. Our Sweet Pea Seed was raised by the most careful grower and is equal to the best in the country. We invite comparison. Any of the following, per oz., 5c., except where noted. M Lb. Blanche Burpee, very large white 10 Blanche Ferry, pink and white 10 " " extra early, 10 days earlier 10 California, ver>' soft -'Daybreak" pink 10 Caotain of the Bluoe, purplish mauve 10 10 10 10 IB 10 10 10 10 Lb. 25 25 25 30 30 25 30 6 Lbs. $1.00 1.00 1.00 ASPARAGUS PLUMDSUS NANUS, 10] seeds. $1.00; 250 seeds, $2.00; 10:o seeds, $7.5). SPRENGERI, 100 seeds, 50c; 1001 seeds, $2.00; snco seeds, $8.50. Write for prices on larger lots on above two kinds. CANDYTUFT, New Giant Hyacinth-Flowered. This improved new strain is far superior to Empress. The flower-heads are of immense size, six inches long and about three inches across, resembling a Dutch Hyacinth. They are pure white, and furnish excellent material for cutting. Pound, $2.50; trade pkt., lOo; oz., 30c. Trade pkt. CENTAUREA Imperialit, mised, all the following sorts 10 Alba, pure white 10 " " Armida, lilac 10 " " Pavorita, brilliant rose 10 " " Graziosa, dark lilac 10 " " Splendens, dark purple 10 '* " Variabilis, while, fading to rose 10 PHLOX DRUMMONDI. Grandiflora, Stellata Splendens, white, scarlet, pink, crimson, striped each 10 Large Flowering, fi nest mixed 10 g^r* 10 per cent. Special Cash Discount on orders over Oz, 60 86 70 70 70 70 70 60 50 Countess, the Hew, clear lavender. Countess of Fowls, orange sulTused with purple Countess of Radnor, delicate lavender Earliest of All, H days earlier than Ex. Early Blanche Ferry Emily Henderson, white, early and free Her Majesty, beautiful rose, large Hon. F. Bouverle, standard coral pink, wings slightly lighter Katherine Tracy, soft but brilliant pink Lady Grisel Hamilton, best of all lavender sorts 15 Lady Mary Currle, bright orange pink 10 Mrs. Eckford, delicate primrose yellow 10 Navy Blue, a new, deep violet-blue 15 Prima Donna, soft pink 10 Prince of Wales, new, bright rose self 15 Sadie Burpee, new white, white- seeded 15 " " *' " black-seeded 15 Salopian, the best of all reds 10 VAUGHAN'S FLORISTS' MIXTURE.— This mixture, which is made up by our selves from separate colors carefully prooortioned, of ihe best cut-flower sorts and colors, is bound to give satisfaction. J^ lb., lOc; lb , 3Cc; 5 lbs.. $1.25: 10 1bs..$>.2.=i. NEW SWEET PEA-MONT BLANC— Oz., 15o.; M lb., 4Cc.; lb , $1 25; 2 lbs., $2.25; 5 lbs., 15 00. Tr. pk. Oz. COBJEA Scandens, purple lb $3.C0; lu 25 DAISY, Burbank's New Shasta Daisy 25 SMILAX, new crop lb., $3,00 10 MIGNONETTE, TRUE MACHET. Trade pkt,, ICc: H-oz., 25o; oz., ' "-OZS., 7Ec; J<-lb., $1.25. 30 30 25 30 25 40 30 30 SO 25 40 30 30 25 1.00 1.50 1.00 1.10 1.25 1.35 1.10 1.65 1.10 30 50c; NASTURTIUM. "VAUGHAN'S SPECIAL" Mixture Of Tall Nasturtiums MME. GUNTHER'S HYBRIDS, true 10 ibs.. $5.25. . "VAUGHAN'S SPECIAL" Mixture of Dwarf Nasturtiums Oz. .10 .10 .10 M-lb. lb. $ .20 $ .70 .20 .60 .20 .70 FOR OTHER FLOWER SEEDS SEE OUR "BOOK FOR FLORISTS.' FREE ON APPLICATION. $2.00 for Flower Seeds if the cash is enclosed. ,J^ VAUGHSN'S SEED STORE, NEW YORK, 14 Barclay Street. 84-86 Randolph Street, CHICAGO. GREENHOUSES: WESTERN SPRINGS, ILLINOIS. The GUARDIAN ANGEL FLORIST, Chicago. PRICE LIST of Rooted Carnation Cuttings. NEW AND STANDARD VARIETIES. The Guardian Angel is the best commercial pink carnation in the market to-day. It is a good keeper; its growth is strong and vigorous; it never bursts and is never off crop. Received 1st Srize at Horticultural Exposition and flrst-class ertiflcate of Chicago Florists' Club for best pink. Eooted cuttings, $3.00 per 100, $15.00 per 1000. NEW VARIETIES Per lOO Per lOOO PROSPERITY, white overlaid with pink »6.0O 150.00 QUEEN LOUISE, white 5.00 4O00 BON HOMME RICHARD, white.,,. 6.0D 40.00 IRENE, pink 5.00 4000 GENERAL LIST FLORA HILL, white 1.35 lOOO WHITE CLOUD, white 1.25 lOOO MRS. LAWSON, pink 4.00 35.00 MARQUIS, pink 1.60 12.C0 ESTELLE, scarlet 6 00 6O0O G. H. CRANE, scarlet 2.00 15.00 MRS. BRADT, variegated 3.50 20.00 ARMAZINDY, variegated 1.35 lOOO THK GCAROIAJf AMOEI, FLORIST, 401 Devon Avenoe, Sta. T. CHICAGO. Plfose witniton ttir. A mgrtcan tloriit when wrtttnr- Well Grown BOSES. Beautiful Young Stock, breaking at every eye. Will make Large Plants Early luO 1000 Bridesmaids, Brides, 2x3 rose pots $2.50 $22.50 Bridesmaids, Brides, rooted cuttings 1.50 12.00 Meteors, (jolden Gates, rooted cuttings 1.50 12.00 Perle, rooted cuttings 2. i.'ioraHlU.Arinftzindy.ll 2.'i per 100; Scott, $1, Write for prices on large orders. W. H. GULLETT & SONS, LInooln, III. Fieau mention the American Florist when wrttinf 50,000 CANNAS START NOW. Strong roots, two eyes and more, $4,00 per ICO. Mme. Crozy, Florence Vaughan, Philadelphia, Paul Bruant, Golden Moon, Alsace, white. Duke of Marlborough, Alphonse Bouvier, Queen Charlotte, Alba Rosea, Italia, Martha Washington, 18 00 per 100. Pink Rosemawr, $8.00 per 100. Maiden's Blush, pink, $6.00 per 100. President MoKinley, $6.00 per 100. Chas. Hender- son, Burbank, Austria and Robusta Perfecta, bronze, $3.00 per 100. Fine mixtures for massing, $1.50 per 100. Extra fine two year old Crimson Rambler lor pot- tine at once, 3 to 4-ft., 15c; medium 2 year old, 10c. Santollna Incana, stock plants, 4-in., 6c; rooted cuttings, $2 00 per 100. Swalntonia alba. 2V4-in., $2.00 per 100. Rooted cuttings of Cainallonc Ethel Crocker, Mrs. F. Jooat, Genevieve Lord and Mack Richmond, red, $2.00 per 100; \Vm. Scott, $1.00 per 100. Fall runners of California Vlol«tt,$l. 00 per 100: Princess of Wales, $l.fcO per lOOt Lady Hume Campbell, $1.50 per 100. Horhacoout Paonlat, all colors, unnamed, EO for $3 00; 100 for {.''i.lX) Clom- atlt Panlculala, 1 year, $1.00 per 100; 2 year, $0.00 per 100. Clemaiia Jackmani, Ilenryi and Mme. Andre, $2..50 per dozen. Cash Please. BENJ. CONNELL, WEST GROVE, PA. Please metition the American Florist when -w^ilinz. BEGONIfl GLOIRE DE LORRAINE, 2X->nch pots, $15.00 per 100. Write for prices on large lots. Stock guaranteed absolutely free from disease, THOMAS ROUND, Nahant, Mass. 500,000 VERBENAS. 60 finest named varieties, including our NEW MAMMOTH WHITE, "MRS. McKINLEY." The Hneat white verbena Rrown; piTferAly heulthy; free from disease. Rooted cuttini^a, rtOc ptT 100; $5.00 per 1000. Plants, $2.60 per 100; $20.10 per 1000. Our list is the choice of millions of seedlings. Send for circular. J. L. DILLON. BLOOM8BURQ. PA. Piease n ention the American Florist when writing. CANNAS Dormant Roots, I to 3 eyes. Per 100 Per 1000 Africa $6.00 AUeraania 3.50 $20.00 Alphonse Bouvier 3.00 Alsace 4.00 Asia 5.00 Austria 2.00 15.00 Beaute dePoitevine 3 50 Black Beauty 12.00 Burbank 2.50 20.00 Captain Dragon 8.00 Chas. Henderson 1.50 Chevalier Besson 4.00 Comte de Bouchaud 4.00 Crimson Bedder 3.50 I'^Igaudale 4.00 Explorateur Crampbel 4.00 Fair Persian 4.00 Florence Vaughan 4.00 Golden Bedder 8.00 G. St. Hilaire 3.50 Italia 1.50 J. T. Lovett ^ .... 3.50 La Franco 4 00 Leonard Vaughan 6.00 M. Laforcade 8.00 Mile. Berrat 4.C0 Rime. Crozy 4.00 Mme. Molin 4.00 Mme. Montetlore 2.00 Mme. Sallier 6.00 Morning Star 2 00 15.00 Papa 4.00 Paul Maniuant 3.50 Philadelphia 6.00 Queen Charlotte 3.50 12.00 1.5.00 Robustft 3.00 Uose Unique y. 4.00 Secretary Chabanne .' 4.00 Souv. de Antoine Crozy 5.00 Mixed, all colors 1. 00 15.00 Pot up CanDftH novr* Spring Oatulogtie. 8.00 Ask tor oar Special This offer is made subject to stock being untold upon receipt of order. BOBBINK & ATKINS, RUTHERFORD. N. J. igo2. The American Florist. 343 Dreer's Special Offer of AZALEAS & DECORATIVE PLANTS FOR EASTER. ■mm M We are carrying a large stock of Azaleas in prime #m 'y 2> I ^^2S Ct condition for Easter Flowering of nearly all the ^^^ m .WM B ff*MM ^^ prominent varieties and can still include ten per ' ^^fc^^r^» -^^-m^-*.^ g^jjl. pj Mme. Van dcr Cruyssen if desired. As these plants can be shipped without risk of damage while in bud. we wish to impress the importance of early orders. We will not be responsible for injuries arising from late shipments when the buds are developed. Bushy Crowns, 10 to 12 inches in diameter $5.00 per doz. $4".00 per 100 Bushy Crowns, 12 to 14 inches in diameter 6.00 per doz. 50.00 per 100 Bushy Crowns. 13 to 15 inches in diameter 9.00 per doz. 70.00 per 100 A fine lot of specimen plants of Mme Van der Cruyssen of good value at $3.00, $2.50 and $3.00 each. ^3 A I |Vil^2 Our Palm-stocks have never been in better condition. Clean, r^MLIVIO Thrifty, of Good Color and Excellent Value. Per Doz. Per 100 3-incb pots. 2 plants in a pot, 12 to 15 inches high % 1.25 $ 10.00 4-lnoh pots, 3 " •• 15 to 18 " 3.00 20.0C . Each Doz. 6-inch pots, 3 " " 28to30 " 1.00 12.00 7-inch pots, 3 " " 30 " 1.50 18.00 8-inoh pots, 3 " " 30to36 " 2.50 KENTIA BELMOREANA. 30.00 Each. Per Doz. Per 100 3- inch pots. 5 leaves, 12 to 15 inches high t 2.50 $20.00 4-inch pots. 5to6 " 15tol8 " 4.50 35.00 6-inch pots, 6 " 24 to 28 " $1.25 15.00 6-inoh pots. 6 " 28 to 30 " 1.50 18.00 7- inch pots. 6 to 7 " 30 to 32 " 2.00 24.00 7-inoh pots. 6to7 " 34to36 " 2.50 30.00 8-inch pots, 7 " 36 " 4.00 48.00 8-lnoh pots, 3 to 4 plants in a pot. well furnished, 3V4 feet high, $4.00 each. 5-inch pots, 4 plants in a pot, well furnished, 15 in.ihigh, 60c each. PHOENIX CANARrENSIS. 7-inch pots. 26 to 28 inches high, bushy stocky plants, each ....11.75 8-inch pots, 28to30 " '■ " " .... 2.00 8-inch pots. 30 to 36 " " " " .... 2 50 6.00 14-inch tubs ,4to4y, " " " " .... 7.50 3-iDch pots, 4-inch pots, 5-inch pots, 6-lnch pots, 6-inch potB, 6-inch pots, 7-inch pots, 8-inch pots, 8-inch pots, 9-inch pots, 8-inch pots, KENTIA FORSTERIANA. Each. Per Doz. 12 to 15 inches high. , 15 to 18 18 to 20 28 to 30 " $1.00 5 leaves, 5 to 6 " 5 to 6 " 5 to 6 " 6 " 6 to 7 6 to 7 6 to 7 6 to 7 30 to 32 34 to 36 1.25 1.50 2.00 2.50 S.on 4. CO 4.00 $2.50 4.50 6.00 12.00 15.00 18.00 24.00 30.00 36.00 4S.0O 48.00 Per 100 $20.00 35.00 50.00 3-inch pots, 6- inch pots, 6-inch pots, 42 " 42 to 48 " 48 " 3 plants in a pot, 42 to 48 inches high . LATANIA BORBONICA. 5 to 6 leaves, 10 to 13 inches high. . . $1.00 per doz. , $ 8.00 per 100 5 to 6 leaves, 14 to 16 inches high $6.00 per doz., $50.00 per 100 6 " 18to20 " ....$9.00per doz., $75.00 per 100 AUCUBA JAPONICA. 6-inoh potis, bushy plants, 12 inches high, each, 25ots., doz 12.50 7-inch pots, " 15 to 18 inches high, each, 40ct8., doz $4.50 BOXWOOD. standard or Tree Shaped, stems 24 to 28 inches high, crowns 15 to 18 inches in diam., each. ..$1.00 Pyramid Shaped, 3 feet high, 15 inches in diameter at base, each $2.00 FICUS ELASTICA. 4-mch pots, 10 to 12 inches high $4.(10 per doz., $30.00 per 100 6-inch pots, 24 inches high $7,50 " $60.00 " PANDANUS UTILIS. Fine plants, 3-inch pots per doz. , $1.00; per 100, $8.00 " " 4-inch pots " 2.00; " 15.00 " " 6-inoh pots each, 60ct3. ; per doz, 7.00 PANDANUS VEITCHIi. Pine plants, 6-inch pots each $1.00; per doz, $12.00 FERNS FOR FERN DISHES. We carry at all times a large stock of Ferns suitable for filling Fern Dishes, etc., which can be supplied in choice mixture of our selection. 2!i-inch pots Jf.OO per 100; $25.00 per 1000 3-inch pots $6.0U " $50.00 " 250 will be supplied at 1000 rates. We are Headquarters for Water Lilies and all Aquatic Plants, Largest Stock and Best Assortment of Hardy Perennial Plants in the country. All are fully described and illustrated in our March to July Wholesale List which has just been distributed. HENRY A. DREER, 714 Chestnut Street, PHILADELPHIA, PA. Rooted Cuttings Alternanthera, Strong, red and yellow, 50c per lOO. RANDOLPH BROS., DELAVAN. ILL. American florist Ads Always do busines, week days and every day, Sundays and holidays, all over the country, at home and abroad. AZALEAS, 10 to 12-in,. 40 cents each; large plants, 50 cents. CYCLAMENS. 4-in., $8 per 100; CYCLA- MENS, 5-in., $1.60 per dozen. CINERARIAS, 4-in., $8 per 100; CINERARIAS, 5-in., $1.50 per dozen. HARRISII LILY PLANTS, 10 cents per bud. OBCON- ICA PRIMROSES, 4-in., $1.00 per dozen. All the above are guaranteed right for Easter. PANSIES, large transplanted plants, 50c per 100; $3 per ICJOO. WHITTON & SONS. Comer City and Green SUq UTICA. N. Y. PANSY PLANTS THE FAMOUS Diamond Strain of large flowered Pansies, over 60 varieties mixed Fine, stocky, hardy, open ground, well rooted, seed-bed plants good as transplanted; some in bud. By express. $3.50 per 1000; $3.00 per 500. Cash with order. L. W. COODELL, Pansy Park, Dwight, Mass. Please mention the A merican Florist when writing. Orchids ! ^ Our Illustrated and Descriptive Cata- logue of Orchids is now ready and may be had upon application. LAGER & HURRELL, s^mm". w- J- Orchid Qroweri and Importers. P. MAIOR and A. NANA Alternantheras strong: rooted cuttingrs. 60 cts. per 100. or )»4.00 per 1000. DAVIS BROS., MORRISON, ILL. Piease mep tion the American J^lorisi when writing. 344 The American Florist. Mar. 22, Cincinnati. TRADE ACTIVE AND SUPPLIES SHORT OF THB DEMAND.— PLBASANT PROSPECTS FOR NEXT WEEK.— VAEIOOS NOTES. Business is first-class, with not near enongli roses and carnations to fill orders. Bulbous stock, too, is moving better than at any time this season. The demand for flowers for St. Patrick's day was good. Our over-the-Rhine florists dyed a large number of carnations for this occasion, but the demand for green carnations was not extraordinary, con- sequently a good number were consigned to the barrel. The prospects for a big Easter business were never better and all the florists are busy getting stock ready. From present indications roses and car- nations will be scarce. There will be enough lilies and bulbous stock to meet all demands. Spring openings have been in order for the past two weeks and all the florists handling decorative plants have been busy accordingly. A. Sunderbruch]a Sons handled eight decorations of this kind last week. Jos. Goldman, of Middletown, was a caller this week. He reports business as very good and contemplates the erection of two new houses the coming summer. D. Baraboo, Wis —The residence o^ M. F. Foley was damaged $5,000 by fire March 5. The loss was covered by insur- ance. Davenport, Ia.— Mr. and Mrs. H. D. Campbell have welcomed a new flower into their home on Eastern Avenue in the shape of a ten-pound baby boy. CARNATIONS. Rooted Cuttings for latter March and April ''e''*'"?- QUEEN LODISE $4-00 $35.00 G H.CRANE 1.50 12.00 ESTELLE 5.0n ROOSEVELT 6.00 ETHEL CROCKER 1-35 10.00 GENEVIEVE LORD 1-00 7.50 DOROTHY 500 40.00 PROSPERITY 400 30.00 CRESSBROOK 10.00 .5.00 GERANIUMS. Rooted Cuttings, March and April delivery. A general assortment, standard and fancy sorts, single and double, all of them good. My selec- tion ot varieties, all correctly labeled at $1.50 per 100; $l2.ii0 per lOOO. Jean Viaud, (rooted cuttings,) $3.00 ner 100. M. de Castelaine. (rooted cuttings,) $5.00 per lOO. BONE MEAL. The very beat brand in the market for fiorists' use, eive me a trial order. 200 lb. bag, $3.50; per ton, $3'2 50. A little higher in price than some, a great deal better in results. ALBERT M.HERR. LANCASTER. PA. FANCY OR CCCaiVlQ *»1.«0 DAGGER r^Cr^l>IO PER 1000 PRINCESS PINE, 7o per lb. GALAX, green or bronze, 75o per 1000. Laurel festooning, 4o, 5c and 60 per yd. Once used, — — always used for decorating. SPHAGNUM MOSS, etc. CROWL PBRN CO., Telegraph Ofllce New Salera, Mass. O. Mllllneton, M*8<. ■Pm Brides, Maids and Golden ■kOS6S '^^'^^- 2Vi' inch stock J.n tine Carnation Cuttings Perfectly Healthy. Propagated From Choice Stock. NOW READY. Queen Louise. Per 100 PROSPERITY «6.0O MRS. THOS. LAWSON 4.00 GOV. ROOSEVELT 6 00 BOOSTER MAID 4.00 IRENE 4.00 NORWAY 4.00 EGYPT 4.00 MRS. BERTRAM LIPPINCOTT.. 3.00 MARQUIS 2.60 MRS. G. M. BRADT 3.00 CHICAGO 3.00 MACEO 2.00 BUTTERCUP 4.00 The Best White Commercial Carnation, per Htindred; $40.00 per Thousand. Per 1000 »50.00 35.00 50.00 28.00 20.00 Per 100 GOMEZ 12.00 CROCKER 150 GENEVIEVE LORD 1.50 G. H. CRANE 2.00 VICTOR 2.00 WM. SCOTT 1.60 DAYBREAK 1.50 ELDORADO 1.50 JUBILEE 1.50 FLORA HILL 1.50 TRIUMPH 1.50 PORTIA 1.50 WHITE CLOUD 1.50 $5.00 Per 1000 112.50 12.50 15.00 12.50 13.50 12.50 12.50 12.50 12.50 12.50 12.50 J. L. DILLON, Bloomsburgf, Fa. per 1000. condition. Ready for delivery. $i.25 per 100; «18 West View Floral Co., Knightstown, Ind. CARNATION CUniNGS. We are in a position to sop- ply strictly clean, healthy, well rootcdCarnation Cuttings. All the novelties and standard sorts. Whatever yoor wants, let us quote prices before you place an order. We can inter- est you. Also on Violet Plants LADY CAMPBELL violets, sand rooted cuttings, $8 per JOOO. SWAN LEY WniTE violets, sand rooted cuttings, $10 per JOOO. LADY CAMPBELL plants from 2-in. pots, $25 per )000. SWANLEY VIHITE plants from 2-in. pots, $30 per JOOO. Remember that when it comes to Wire Work we can Discount Any list you ever saw. Our Own included. Write. KE NNIGOTT BROS. CO. WHOLESALE COMMISSION FLORISTS. 42-44Ran(lolph St., Chicago. It Is not much trouble to mention the Ambeican Florist when corresponding with An advertlaer. HEADQUARTERS 'OLEASTER PLANTS BLOOMING EA8TER WEEK. I have the largest stock in Philadelphia; 7 large houses and some hot beds, are crowded with them. Secure your supply by ordering now. AZALEA INDICA As I am agent for a large concern in Belgium and being a large importer of these choice Easter plants, I can sell you these direct at first hand and not through a middleman. Mrae. Van der Cruyssen is arare article this Easter. I was fortun- ate enough to get all this variety in Belgium I wanted and can offer you plants at the following prices: 5-in. pots, 40c to 50c; 6-iu. pots, very bushy and large, fine shape, $1.00; specimens 7 and 8-in. pots, $1.25 and $1.50 each; extra choice specimens, very large, can't be beat, 9 and 10- in. pots, $3 50, $1.00, $5,00 each. Other varieties of Azaleas, such as Bernard Andre Alba, (white), also other white, Princess of India, Prof. Wolters, and other varieties ot my own selection, G-in. pots. 5(Jc, 60c, 75c, $1.00 each; Urger plants from $1.25 to $1.50 each. Also5-iu. pots, 40c each. Cineraria — I have an immense quantity, best colors, 5i4 and 6-in. pots. 83.00 to $4.10 per doz. Spirsea Compacta and Floribunda, perfect jewels, 5!/2 and 6-in. pots. $3.00 to $4.10 per doz Hydrangea Otaksa, 6-in. pots, $3.00 to 14.00 per do/.; 7-in. pots, 60c, 753 ana 81.00 each. Begonia, Prea. Carnot, Metallica and other good varieties, 5V^ and 6-in. pots, $3.00 to $4.00 per doz. Begonia Vernon, very fine, red, large, 4-in. pots, $1.5 J per doz. Other good mixed varieties, 4-in* pots. $1.20 per doz. Daisies, (white), Marguerite, 5^ and 6-in. pots, very bushy, $3.00 to $4.00 per doz. Yellow Daisies. 5^ and 6- in. pots, $3 to $4 per doz. Lillum Harrisii. raised from Henry F. Michell's selected 7-9 bulbs. ($100 per 1000) fine plants. 6-in. pots, from 5 to 10 buds to a plant at the r*te of 10c p r bud. No Lilies sold by themselves— other plants must accompany the order. Dracaena Bruanti, &-in. pots, 25 inches high, very fine, 60c. Oracsna Indlvisa, (imported), very large for decoration, 7-in. pots, 75c to$1.00eacn. Hyacinths, my own importation, raised from the finest named bulbs, all colors, 4-iD. pots, $10 a 100. Tournesol Tulips, (double red and yellow striped), 3 in a pot, $1.5U per doz. pots. Belle Alliance, (sinjxle) . scarlet striped, 3 In a pot, $1.75'a doz pots. Daffodils, (Von Sion), 3 in a 5-in. pot, $1.50 to $1.75 per doz. pots. Azalea Mollis, 6-in. pots, 50c each. Cash with order please. Money oan be sent safely by postollice or express money order or bank draft. All goods shipped at purchaser's risk. A few of many references: Henry F. Mic'hell. 1018 Market St., Philadelphia. Thos. Logan, head gardener to W. L. Elkins, Jr., Ashbourne, Pa. Geo. Huster. head gardener of the Glrard Col- lege, Philadelphia. Pa, Wm. Kleioheii z. head gardener to P. A. B Widener. Ksq., Ogontz, Pa. State whether Bhall ship plants in pots, or not. to save exi>re8s charges. Buyers cnming to Philadelpha are invited to visit my plaei' and inspect stock. GODFREY ASCHMANN, Wholesale Grower and Importer of Pot Plants, 1012 Ontario Street Philadelphia, Pa. Boston Ferns Fine, strong, young plants, $3.00 per lOOj $27.50 per JOOO. Edwin Lonsdale, ^CruTH,,,. Pa. jgo2. The American Florist. 345 ~oi!CE CRESSBROOK sua CRESSBROOK CUTTINGS are all sold for March delivery, but will have 40,000 for April delivery. Large well Rooted Cuttings that will make First-class Blooming plants for next season, as Cressbrook is a Strong and Quick Grower. We have one house that was planted out of the cutting bed in May last, from which we started to cut a full crop of blooms the \ 7th of November and will continue to do so through the season. Order early, as orders will be filled in strict rotation at the following PRICES--12 plants, $1.50; 25 plants, $3.00; 50 plants, $5.00; 100 plants, $10.00; 250 plants, $25.00; 500 plants, $37.50; JOOO plants, $75.00. ^ JOSEPH HEACOCK ^ nCCCnO TUC "■ — ^ -A. W "y^ /W ^I~>4 They are home-grown, strong and UrrfcnO Int W-^M Tm. I I^L/I !^^^ healthy, free from insects and __. . _..,.„^ ^ ^ ^ ^ ^^ ^ -^m. ^ ^ V disease, and are of unusual good FOLLOWING "^ -A^ -^k.-^L-^-A^'^"-^ »^. — ^ value at prices quoted. ARECA LUTESCENS. ^ „ ,^ „ .^ Per doz. Per 100 Per 1000 2-inoh pot, 1 plant in pot, 10 to 12 inches high 11.00 8 5.00 145.00 4 6 6 8 10 Splants " 15 " 3.00 25.00 3 " " 20to22 " 9.00 75.00 3 " " 24to26 " 12.00 100.00 Each. Per doz. 3 " ■' 30 to 36 " $2.50 130.00 3 " " 42to45 " 5.00 KENTIA BELMOREANA. ^ „ „„ „ ,„„„ Per doz. Per 100 Per 1000 2i4-inch pot, 3 to 4 leaves, 8 inches high J1.60 $12.00 tlOO.OO 3 " '• 4to5 " 9 to 10 inches high 2.50 20.00 3 '■ " 4to5 " 10tol2 " 3.00 25.00 4 " " 5to8 " 15 " 4.50 35.C0 4 " " 5to6 " 18 " 6.00 60.00 Each. Per doz. 6 ■• " 6 " 21 " SI. 28 81500 6 " " 6to7 " 26to28 " 1.50 18.00 8 " " 6to7 " 30to32 '■ 3.00 3S.0O KENTIA FORSTERIANA. Per doz. Per 100 Per 1000 214-inch pot, 4 leaves, 8 inches high 81.60 812.00 8100 00 3 •• " 4 " 12 " 2.50 20.00 4 " " 4to51eaves, 15 " 4.50 35.00 Each. Per doz. 6 " " 5to6 ■' 30 " 81.25 815.00 6 " •• 6 '■ 28 to 32 " 1.60 18.00 7 " " 6to7 " 30to36 " 2.C0 24.C0 7 " " 6 " 36to42 " 2.50 30.00 8 •• ■■ 7 " 42 ■• 3,00 36.00 JOSEPH HEACOCK, Wyncote, Pa. ggagggggggggggggggggggggsggsgggggggggggggsgggssgggggggggggggggggg 346 The American Florist. Mar. 22, Minneapo'is. BUSINESS FAIR BUT PRICES NOT HIGH.— LILIES SCARCE.— GREEKS FROM CHICAGO INVADE TOWN. Trade in a general way has been very good, but prices realized have been small. Carnations are plentiful and from $1 to $2 50 is the price. Meteors, Bridesmaids and Brides have been in good demand but the stock is of second quality mostly. Short-stemmed Beauties ate abund- ant but from twenty-four inches up they are limited. There is a plenty of bulbous stock, excepting Romans, on the market. There will be a shortage on Harrisii on account of Easter's early arrival and stock not being lar enough advanced to force in, while of other blooming plants there will be an abundance. From all indications business will be good. We have had very spring-like weather of late and a good many are afraid that cold weather Is yet to come. Rice Brothers are stocking more in sup- plies, and are carrying a full commercial line now. A good many of the Greeks of Chicago are in the city looking np the flower busi- ness. C. F. R. Allenton, Pa. — The greenhouse of Aaron Bauder was burned to the ground on the morning of March 6. Galena, III.— Ben. Vandervate says that he has the best stock of Easter lilies which it has ever been his fortune to possess, although the experience of some other growers has been disheartening. THE • Li r\« CANNAS bids fair to become the Commercial standard pink carnation. It is an early, free and continuous bloomer and it is sure to do well wherever grown. Orders booked now for delivery latter part of March. For prices, see Am. Florist, Feb. IS. E. A. NELSON, 3503 N. Senate Ave., INDIANAPOLIS, IND Hurbank, HeDderson, Mme. Crozy, F. Vaughan, P. Mwr- qnant, L. E. Bally, A. Bouvier, J. C. Vaughan, Eeandale, Souv. de Antolne Crozy. In variety, started, $2 50 per 100. ALTERNANTHERAS c:, 6o\,°postpaid: Pot plants, red. yellow, pink, $3 00 per 100. nnCTnil CCDU SVi-lncb, Sc; 3-incb, 8c; HUalUn rcnll 8-inch,$ioo. Begonias, nowiiring, in variety, 2V4-in,, 2V4o. RuHcIlaMultlfloraand Blegantlsslma 2>4-in.4c. VlDCa Major, strong, fine runners, 2-in., 3g. Cash. A. J. BALDWIN, NEWARK, OHIO. CHRYSANTHEMUMS \\T strong plants, 2>4-in. pots, $3.00 per 100: $35.00 per 1000, o( White Honnaffon, Chadwick. Coilds, Rieman. At $2.00 per 100; $15.00 per 100 ', Major Bonnaffon, Yellow .Tones. I'errin, Ivory, .Jerome Jones, KobluBon, Lager, .Maud Dean. rrom 2'/4-in. pots, Bridesmaid, $2.60 per 100; ,$23.60 per 1000. Bride, $2.60 per 100; $22.50 per 1000. Cash with order. PAUL FISCHn, Wood Rldgt. Iirgin County, N. J. Four large specimen plants, LATANIA BOR- BONICA, height and spread twelve feet, in 3ix30x30-in. cedar boxes In good condition. 10 large green and variegated ALOES. 10 large variegated YUCCAS, Can b* lent by freight about May Ist. JOHN RALPH, Saratoga Springs, N. Y. FOR SALE Now For Easter* Lakeview Special Offer We are offering an exceedingly fine line of Easter plants. LILIES in 6 in. pots, 3 to 9 flowers, $15.00 per 100, bod and bloom. Thoroughly hardened and in best possible condition for shipping. HYACINTHS, assorted colors, 4-in. pots, $1.50 per doz.; 6in. pans, 3 bulbs, $3.00 per doz. NARCISSUS. InVonSion and Trumpet Major, $3 00 per doz ; Golden Spur, $3.50 per doz. Well filled in 6-in. pans. TULIPS. All the best standard vari- eties, 6in. pots at $3 00 per doz. HYDRANGEAS in four sizes, strong and healthy, well flowered and highly colored, $1.00 to $2.50 each. CRIMSON RAMBLERS, the finest in the country. We have them in quantity and in superb condition. The clusters of bloom are of fine color and very profuse. In four sizes, from $1.00 to $3 00. RHODODENDRONS, extra fine plants with large trusses of flowers, thoroughly hardened for Easter shipping, in four sizes, from $1.00 to $3.00 each. AZALEAS, all the finest commercial varieties, from $1.00 to $7.00 each. Our Easter Plants are in fine condition. Send us your orders. We guarantee prompt service and good stock. No charge for packing. LAKEVIEW ROSE GARDENS, JAMESTOWN, N. Y. THE GRANDEST NEW FORCING ROSE Souvenir de Pierre Nollin^ The Best, The rinest, The IVIost free Blooming BY THE RAISERS of all Forcing ROSES, color deep yellow; will be distributed for the first time April, J 902 SOUPERT & NOTTING, ROSE GROWERS. Net price, $80.00 per JOG; $1.00 each. Write for lithographs. FAXON'S 'WHITE HOUSE' PANSIES. The best mixture in cultivation, flowers very large, thick and velvety; of superb colors and markings. The perfection of form and texture. In Trade Packets at tl.OO each. M. B. FAXON, Look Box 1528. BOSTON, MA88. Correapondence solicited. GeraDiuitis in Blooni Nutt, Poltevlne, Riccard, Grant, Uruant, Doyle, in bloom. 3-ln. pols $3.00; 2'^-Id. potg, S2 fiO per 100. Pdlargoniums In 24-ln. potB, $2.60 per 100. These are A 1 plants. G. P. MOORE, OCEAN CITIf. N. J. PUase mention the American Florist when turiting. Geraniums Red, white, pink, salmon, rose, ivy and pelargoniums, in 2V^ and 3-in., ready for shift; write GEO. A. KUHL, Pekin, III. 100,000 Pansies. 'I'iif .If'nuiiij^s" Strain, extm fine plunts, all trunsplanti'd, iiihdv are frinsod and curled, Btron^ plants, $4.00 per 1000. tapruas; 75o i>i;r luO mall. Lilfko plaots. 81.00 per 100, by express only. Stock the finest. Grown In cool houses. Seed, $1.U0 p>T pkt. Cash. ■. B. JINNINQS. Look Mi tM.SMttiptrt, Oaw. Qrower of the Finest Pansies. "fease mention the American Florist when writing. igo2. The American Florist. 347 EASTER STOCK BOSTON FERNS. In pans, grown the way you Uke them, full, bushy, con pact stock, ready for your counter trade. Each 13-inoh pans *4.00 lO-inch pans 3.00 9-iDch pans 2.00 8-inch pans 1.50 7-inch pans 1.00 6-inch pans 75 5-incb pans 50 4-inch pots 3-inoh pots Syi-inoh pots Doz. $40.00 30.00 20.00 ]5.(0 10.00 8.C0 5.00 2.50 1.50 .60 ASPARAGUS PLUMOSUS NANUS. Fine bushy stock 100 $60.00 40.00 20.00 10. OO 5 00 I large qu,antity. Doz. 100 1000 6-inoh pots »4.00 $30.00 4-inoh pots 2.00 15.00 3-inoh pots 1.00 8.00 $70.00 3i4 -inch pots 60 5.00 40.00 ARAUCARIA EXCELSA. A Big Bargain. 6-inoh pots, 18 to 30 inches high, 4 to 6 whorls, each, 75c; dozen, $9 00. PANDANUS VEITCHII, Very fine colored. 5-inch pots each, $1.00 6-inch pots " 1.50 7-incb pots " 2.00 8-incb pots " 3..50 FICUS ELASTICA (Rubber Plant). 7-incb pots, 36 inches high, very fine stock, $9.00 per dozen. PHOENIX CANARIENSIS. Fine bushv plants, 8-inch i)ots, 36 inches high, each, $3.50; dozen, 124 00. LATANIA BORBONICA. Fine stock. 5-inch pots per dozen, $4 01 6-inoh pots " 5.00 8-incb pots, fine specimens each, 1.75 KENTIA BELMOREANA. 6-lnoh, 5 to 6 leaves, 28 to 30 inches high, dozen, $18.C0. KENTIA FORSTERIANA. 7-incb. 5 to 6 leaves. 36 to 40 inches high, each, $•2. CO. Mnny other sizes in Eentias. See our Book for Florists. GENISTAS. 5 and 6-inoli pots, fine bushy plants, full of buds and (lowers, per dozen, $6.00. CRIMSON RAMBLER ROSES. 7 and 8-incb pots, in fine shape and flower for Easter sales, $3.00 to $5.00 each. HYDRANGEAS. 7-inch pots, in bud and flower, bushy stock, per dozen, $8.00. GERANIUM JEAN VIAUD. The finest of all geraniums. Handsome bushy plants in 5 inch pots, showing from 2 to 4 flower spikes per dozen, $6 00 3-iuch pots per 100, 8.00 2M-inch pots per 100, 5.00 SPIR/EA JAPONICA, COMPACTA and GLADSTONE, 6-inch pans, fine bushy stock, will be in flower for Easter, per dozen, $4.00. RHODODENDRONS In flower, assorted sizes, in white, pink and lavender colors, $1 50 to $3 00 each, according to size of plant. ROOTED CARNATION CUTTINGS. **'"'^'''''" They are the Cheapest. You don't have to buy 20O to have 100 fit to plant out, when planting time comes. For every 100 we send, you have 101 when ready to plant. We have the finest and largest stock of NORWAY and ESTELLE in the country. Stock marked ( * ), now ready in flats. ^^Send us a list of your wants for special prices on large lots. Per ICO Per lOOO Flora Hill $1.75 ♦General Maceo 1.76 ♦Mrs. F. Joost 1.75 ♦White Cloud 1.75 *Wm. Scott 1.75 ♦America 1.75 Daybreak 1.75 Ethel Crocker 1.75 ♦G. H. Crane 3.50 ♦Triumph 2.00 Guardian Angel 1.75 ♦Genevieve Lord 2. CO ♦Marquis 2,00 ♦Mrs. G. M. Bradt 3.5) ♦Chicago 3,50 GREENHOUSES: WESTERN SPRINGS, ILL. $15.C0 15.00 15.00 15.00 1500 15 00 15 00 15.00 31.00 1800 15.00 1500 1755 20,00 30.00 Per lOO Per 1000 Gold Nugget 3 60 30.00 ♦Morning jlory 3.00 25.00 Lorna 5.00 40.09 ♦Mrs. T. W. Lawson 5 01 40.(0 Queen Louise 5.00 45 00 ♦Norway 4..50 40.00 Prosperity 6.00 50.CO ♦Governor Roosevelt 6. CO 50.00 Estelle 6.00 50.00 Dorothy 6.00 50.00 Creasbrook 10.00 75.00 Enquirer 13 00 100.00 Mrs. Potter Palmer. 13.00 ICO.OO Mrs, Higinbotham 12.00 lOO.OJ Mrs. E. A, Nelson 10.00 80.00 CANNAS. strong, Dormant, Two Eyed Roots. Prr too Per 1000 AUemania $3.00 $25.C0 Burbank 3.0O 25.00 Exp. Crampbell 3,00 25.00 Florence Vaughan 4.00 35.00 Mdlle. Berat 3.00 3S.O0 Paul Marquant 3.00 25.00 Pres. Carnot 2.50 20.00 Mixed all colors 1.75 10.0] Largest stock in United States of other choice cannas true to name. Write for prices. VffUGHAN'S SEED STORE, f 84-86 RANDOLPH ST.. CHICAGO. 4 BARCLAY ST.. NEW YORK. 100,000 GIANT PANSIES Best strain, strong plants, all transplanted and grown cool, 50c per 100; $4.00 per lOCO. Express prepaid. AST£RS. Hohenzollern, pure white, delicate rose and red (Roemer's), last year novelty, grandest aster to date. Mammoth size, 7 inches across, double to center, resembling a large Japanese chrysanthemum, unsurpassed for cutting or bed- ding, plants branching, with strong stems 18 to 20 inches long, 7.Jc per lOG; $6.00 per luUO. Queen of the Market, white, red, pink and mi'ed. Florists' Upright Branching, outer petals re- curved, center petals incurved, superb cut flower, pure white, daybreak pink, fiery scarlet and lavender. Late Branching or Semple's, white, rose pink, lavender, red and mixed. All the above are the best money makers for florists, strong, healthy plants, assorted to suit, EOc per 100. $4.00 per 1000. Express prepaid for cash with order. DES MOINES PLANT CO., 38th St., Des Moines, Iowa. ROOTED CUTTINGS PerlOO Per 1000 Coleus $ .60 $5 00 Geraniums 1.50 12.50 Carnations, 25 Taiieties, send for list Mtne Salleroi Geranium 1,25 Petunia, Mrs. Edwards, best bedding, double 1.50 Altemanthera, from flats, fall struck, perfect plants 1.00 8.00 Baby Primrose 1,50 CENTRAL MICHIGAN NURSERY, KALAMAZOO, MICH. 30,000 BLOOMING PLANTS FOR EASTER. . . de- 1500 Crimson Ramblers, unique signs, extra fine, $1 00 to $25.00. 1000 Hydrangeas, the finest in the market, $1.00 to $5.00. 10,000 Lilium Longiflorum, 12c per bloom. 2000 Davallian Fern Balls, 75c to $2.00. Also a large assortment of Hyacinths In pans, $12.00 per doz. Azaleas, 75c to $10.00 each. Hybrid Roses, $5,00 per doz. and up. Genistas, $4.00 to $12.00 per doz. Spirseas, $4.00 per doz. and up. Rhododendrons, $1.00 to $5 00 each. Also a large assortment of Palms and other ornamental plants. Cash with order. HERMAN G. STEINHOFF, WEST HOBOKEN, N. J. ! FOR INSURANCE AGAINST DAMAGE BY HAIL, Address John G. Esler, Sec*y F. H. A. SADDLE RIVER. N. d. If you write to any advertiser anyw^here mention the paper in which you saw the ad. Both pubUsher and advertiser wiH like you better for it *P CnnU ^^ Easter is over you will begin lo Ho OUUn thinx of Roses. We have 40000 to ,50,000 in 2 X 2H. iVt .\- 3 and 3-iD. We believe in shifting Young Roses often. All stock offered in 2H-in. pots has been shifted from 2-in. and is equal to most stock advertised as 3 in., and when we send it out is well established. Meteors, Maids, Brides, Perles, La France. Woottons, Pres. Cirnot, Belle Siebrecht Kaiserio, Golden Gate, Liberty and Am, Beauties, are the varieties we grow. S^nd $1.00 for samples of varieties you want and write , CEO, a. KUHL, Pekin, III. iROBT. CRAIG & SON, I Roses, Palms '% and Novelties in Decorative Plants, I Market and 49tli Sts., Philadelphia, Pa. Please mention the American Florist when writmn- ROOTED CUTTINGS Estelle, $5.00; Lflwson, $4.C0; Marquis and Elm each. R.C.Coleus, mixed, El icents per KKi; \eraohaffeltii, G. Bedder. 75'cent8 per loX Draciena Indivisa, 6-in., $50(10 per 100. Geranium.s in blomn for Kastrr. I. n. rOSTER, 45 King St., Dorchester, Mass. COLEUS. Golden Bedder, Yellonr Queen, Klondyke, Verscbaffeltii and mixed. Rooted Cuttings and 2-incb stock. Write GEO. A. KUHL, Pekin, III. Geraniums, Caroations, Palms, Etc. CARNATIONS, 2K-in. pot plants. Per 100 Marquis $3.00 Ethel Crocker 2.E0 California Gold 2 50 Crane 2.0D Joost 2 00 Mary Wood 2.S0 White Cloud 2 00 GERANIUM?, S. A. Nutt, Mme. Barney, Richelieu, La Favorite, John Doyle, Mme. Charles violin and Beaute Poite- Tlne, $30.00 per ICOJ Jean Viaud 5 00 Marquis de Castellaine 6.00 Set of 4 New liruants tor 60 Sot of 8 New Doubles for 1.60 In good assortment, our choice of vari- eties, ifJ/.SO per 1000 ROSE GERANIUMS, strong 2.50 CANNAS, all the standard varieties, strong roots 2 50 MOONFLOWER. Tpomcea Grandiflora SCO PRIMULA FORBESI 3 00 HELIOTROPES, six varieties 2.00 SELAGINELLA Emiliana 2.00 Per 100 FUCHSIAS, in ^ood assortment of varie- ties. 2!l4-in. pota $3.50 Areca Lutescens, 2V4-in. pots, $3 l.OO per 1( 00 4.00 Areca Lutescens. 3-in. pots 8.00 Areca Lutescens, 4-in. pots., 3 plants in a pot 20.00 Kentia Belmoreana. 2>^-in. pots 7 00 Kentia Belmoreana, 3 -in. pots 15 03 Latania Borbonica, 2H-in. pots 3.00 Latania Borbonica, 3-in. pot, $10 per 1000 5 00 Pandanus Otilis, 2!4-in. pots 5.00 Pandanus Utllis. 4 in pots 15.00 Pandanus \'cit(:hii. 4-in. Dots, $6.00 perdo/.. ASPARAGUS PLUMOSUS. 2H-in 4 00 ASPARAGUS SPRENGERI, stront.',2>4-iD.. . . 200 ASPARAGUS SPRENGERI. strong. 3-in 8.00 SPIRAEAS, Nana Corapacta. Astilboides, B^lurihunda and .Japonica at 3.50 AZALFA MOLLIS, fine for Easter 36.00 TUBEROUS ROOTED BEGONIAS, single, separate colors 3.00 TUBEROUS ROOTED BEGONIAS, double, separate colors 6.00 GLOXINIAS 4.00 I^StorrsA Harrison Co. PAINESVILLE, OHIO. ^^^^^^h^^ i ARECA LUTESCENS, per doz.— 4-in., $3; 5-in. $5; 6-in., $9. KENTIA BELMOREANA, per doz.— J-in , $4; 5-in., $9; 6-in., $18. KENTIA FORSTERIANA, per doz.— 4-in., $4; 5-in., $9: 6-in., $15. LATANIA BORBONICA, per doz.— 4-in., $3; 5-in., $5; 6-in., $9; 7 in., $10; 8-in., $M. FICUS ELASTICA. 6-iu., $9 per doz. ARALIA SIEBOLDII. 5-in., Ilperdoz.; 6-in., $6 p<>r doz. PANDANUS VEITCHII, per doz.-5-in., $12; 6-in., $18; 8-in , $36. NEPHROLEPIS BOSTONIENSIS. runners, $iO per 1000: 2-in , $1 per 100; 8-in., $15 per doz. NEPHROLEPIS WITTBOLDII, tine specimens from 8-in. pots, $15 per doz. ASPARAGUS PLUMOSUS NANUS, from seed bench, $25 per 1000; 2-in., $1 per 100; 3 in., $8 per 103. FERNS FOR DISHES. Etc.. $4 per 100. FERN BALLS, well furnished with leaves, $5 per doz. TI)eGEO.WITTBOLDGO. 1657 Buckingham PI., Chicago. Chrysanthemums Fine stock of all the best commercial varieties. strong rooted cuttines now ready. Monrovia. Robt Halliday. 4c.: Timothy Eaton, 3c ; Golden Beauty, Nellie Poclcett, Lavenrler Queen, Fecdu Champsaur, Superbi. 2c.; White BnnnafTon, .T. K. Shaw, October Sunshine, F. B. Hayes, Mrs. K. I). Smith, ll^c; Major BonnafTon. white and pink Glory of Pacific. Evangeline, Golden Wed (ling, Mrs. Murdock, Walleroo, Helen Bloodgood, Adula. etc., Ic. 500 in 10 to 20 varieties, my sel'-cuon, $10.00. Pine 2^-inch plants of all above varieties at double price of rooted cuttings Cash with order. Gunnar Teilmann, Marion, Ind. SOMERGEM, ■ELGIUM. HAERENS BROS. Azalea Indica for Fall Delivery, in best sorts, includ- ing the beautiful new Haerensla^a. from small plants to targe specimens. KENTIAS and other palms, for spring and fall, in medium and extra large sizes; all well grown. Address Sole Agents, August Rolker & Sons, 62 Dey Street. NEW YORK. Latania Borbonica Wc have an extra fine stock of this valuable Pa'm to offer from 3-in. pots, showing one character leaf, at $4.00 per 100. This is a bargain. Also a fine lot of Cannas. Write for prices. o* v* j^ W. W. COLES, Kokomo, Ind. Ask for our SPRING TRADE LIST Of WOODY and HERBACEOUS PLANTS We make w Specially <>r ttU'ti stimbb uh Clf itiT'i Alnifolja, Cornus Florida. Gordonla Laslanthus, Hex Opn.-a. I. Glabra, Myri'-a, Pyrus Arbutifolla, Vinra, I'tr., eti-. PINEHURST NURSERIES. PINEnURST, N. C. Otto Katzenatein, Manager. PLACE YOUB NAME. and your apeolalties before the purchasing florists of the eutire oountry ttdvi apei by adTertising in SBNoAoyr.NoyN. THE AMERICAN FLOBIST. /^di. The American PlorisT. 849 GENERAL LIST Of HERBACEOUS PLANTS. Field-grown Per 100. Achillea, The Pearl, p ?3 00 Achillea filipendulii. p 3 00 Achillea roseum, p 3 00 Adonis vernalis, fg 4 00 Agrostemma coronaria. fg 4 00 Agrostemma Flos Jovls, fg 4 00 Anemone sylvestris, p 3 00 Anemone Japonica rubra, p 3 00 Anemone, J. "Whirlwind." 2-in 3 00 Anemone Penn, 2-in. pots 3 00 Asclepias pulchra, p 6 00 Asclepias tuberosa. p 3 00 Apois tuberosa, p 3 00 Armerla maritima, p 3 00 Arabis alpina, p 3 00 Artemisia arbrotanum, p 3 00 Astilbe Japonica, fg 4 00 Alyssum saxatile, 2-in. pots 3 00 Anthemis Kelwayil, p 3 00 Aquilegia vulgaris, fg 4 00 Aquilegia *' white, fg 4 00 Aquilegia coerulea, f g 4 00 Aquilegia Vervaeneana, fg 8 00 Aquilegia chrysantha, fg 4 00 Aquilegia glandulosa, fg 8 00 Aquilegia Canadensis 8 00 Aletrls farlnosa, fg 3 00 Aralla hispida, f g 8 00 Arenarla squarrosa, fg 6 00 Asarum Canadense, fg 8 00 Asplenlum ebeneum, fg 4 00 Aster Novae- Auglae, p 3 00 Aster grandiflorus, p 3 00 Aster alpinus, p 3 00 Aster pyramidalis, p 3 00 Aster pyramidalis, fg 4 00 Aster linarUfolius, fg 6 00 Aster longlfolius, fg 10 00 Aster patens, f g 6 00 Aster punlceus. fg 10 00 Aster Bpectabllls, fg 6 00 Aster Tradescantl. f g 6 00 Aster Tatarlcus, f g 6 00 Bocconia cordata, f g 4 00 Boltonia asteroides, fg 6 00 Baptisia tinctorla, fg 6 00 CaUa palnstrls. fg 8 00 Caltha palustris. fg 6 00 Caryopteris Mastacanthus, p 3 00 Clematis Davldlana, p 3 00 Clematis panlculata, p 3 00 Campanula pyramidalis, fg 4 00 Campanula pyramidalis, 2-ln. blue 3 00 Campanula pyramidalis, 2-in. white 3 00 Campanula Medium, fg 4 00 Campanula compacta, 2-ln. pots 3 00 Coreopsis lanceolata, p 3 00 Coreopsis grandlflora, p 3 00 Chrysanthemum, hardy, fg 4 00 Chrysanthemum Inodorum, fg 4 00 Chrysanthemum uliglnosum, fg 4 00 Dentarla laclnata, fg 6 00 Dicentra Canadensis, fg 6 00 Dicentra spectabills. fg 5 00 Drosera filiformls, fg 4 00 Delphinium azureum, fg 4 00 Delphinium Sinensis, fg 4 00 Delphinium nudlcaule. 2-ln. pots 3 00 Dianthus barbatus. fg 4 00 DIanthDS Her Majesty, fg 4 00 Dianthus May. fg 4 00 Digitalis monstrosa, fg 4 00 Digitalis grandiflora. 2-In. pots 3 00 DIgltaUs spotted, fg 4 00 Epilobium angustlfolium, fg 8 00 L.J stock indicated by figures, fl. g.; pot- grown, 3^- Per 100. Erynglum Vlrglnlcum. fg 6 00 Eupatorium purpureum. fg 6 00 Eupatorlum ageratoiden. fg 6 00 Eulalia Japonica, fg 4 00 Eulalia Japonica, Var. fg 4 00 Eulalia zebrlna, fg 4 00 Eulalia gracillima, fg 4 00 Euphorbia corollata, p 3 00 Funkia lanclfolia, fg 4 00 Funkia Sleboldii, var. p 4 00 Funkia coerulea. p 3 00 Gentlana Saponaria, fg 8 00 Gerardia Qava. fg 6 00 Glllenia trifoliata, fg 10 00 Gratiola aurea, fg 6 00 Gaillardla grandiflora, p 3 00 Geranium Ibericum, p 3 00 Geranium maeulatum, p 3 00 Geum astro-sanguineum, fg 4 00 Helenlum autumnale, fg 4 00 Helianthus angustifolius. fg 6 00 Hellanthus stromusus, fg 6 00 Helianthus Soiiel d'Or. 2-In. pots 6 00 Hellanthus multlflorus, 2-in, pots 3 00 Hellopsis Pltcherianus, fg 4 00 Helonias buUuta, fg 6 00 Hemerocallis flava. fg 4 00 Hemerocalis Sieboldii, fg 4 00 Hepatica acutiloba, fg 6 00 Heuchera Americana, fg 4 00 Hibiscus Crimson Eye, fg 4 00 Hibiscus coccineus, p 3 00 Hibiscus Rose Pink, fg 6 00 Hollyhocks, 4 colors, fg 4 00 Houstonla coerulea, fg 6 00 Hypericum angulosum, fg 6 00 Iberis sempervirens, 2-ln. pots 3 00 Ipomoea pandurata, fg 12 00 Iris Germanica, p 3 00 , Iris pumila, p 3 00 Iris Siberica. p 3 00 Iris Kaempferl, fg 4 00 Dancing Lion, purple, very large and double. Sky-against-the-clouds. white, very large and fine. Glorious, maroon and white, variegated. Crane, white and blue, large and flue. Hollyhock, blue, shaded purple. Fairy, bright blue. Columbia, violet, very large and double. Admiration, maroon, spotted lighter, very grand. Surprise, violet, bright and clear. Sawo-Watshil, pure white, large and fine. Yum Yum. purplish blue. Kasui-no-lro. light blue, very handsome. Snow Cloud, double white, large and beautiful. Spotted Fawn, light purple, with white spots. Midnight, violet, very large and double. Koko-no-iro, light purple, large and dou- ble. Tora-odorl, variegated blue, large flower. Data Dogu, bright purple, very large and attractive. Per 100. Lavandula vera, p $3 00 Lychnis Chalcedonica. fg 4 00 Lobelia cardinalls. p 3 00 Lobelia syphilitica, fg. 6 00 Linum perenne. p 3 00 Lathyrus latifolius. p 3 00 Llatris graminlfolia, fg 4 00 ins., by p. Per 100. Llatris splcata, fg 6 00 Lllium Philadelphicum, fg. each 35 Lupinus perennls. fg 8 00 Lysimachia cillata, fg 8 00 Ly thrum Salicaria. fg 8 00 Matricaria, fg 4 00 Mitchella repens, fg 3 00 Mondara didyma. fg 4 00 Myosotis palustris. p 3 00 Oenothera Fraserii, p 3 00 Oenothera f rutlcosa, fg 4 00 Papaver bracteatum, 2-in. pots 3 00 Platycodon grandiflorum, p 3 00 Platycodon grandiflorum 3 00 Platycodon Marlesii. p 3 00 Paeonies, red, pink, rose, fg 9 00 Pardanthus Sinensis, f g , 3 00 Pentstemon, assorted, f g 4 00 Pentstemon barbatus, fg 4 00 Phlox subulata alba, p 3 00 Phlox subulata rosea, p 3 00 Phlox, herbaceous, fg 4 00 Alceste, fine pink, red center. Aurora Boreale, orange, with purple center. Caran d'Ache, carmine. Epopee, violet, with red center. Hector, pink, very large and fine. J. H. Slocum, rose pink, crimson eye. Jules Jouy. lilac, with white center. Mme. P. Langier, bright red, vermilion center. Premier Minister, white, with deep rose' center. Terre Neuve. lilac, violet center. Queen, pure white. Nothing can sur- pass it. Richard Wallace, white, with violet center. Per 100. Pbysostegla Vlrginlana. fg $4 00 Pyrethrum roseum, fg 4 00 Plumbago Larpentae, p 8 00 Pyrolo rotundifolia, fg 4 00 Rudbeckia Golden Glow, fg 4 00 Rudbeckla Newmanii 3 00 Salvia pratensls, fg 4 00 Statice latifolia, fg 4 00 Tritoma grandiflora. p 3 00 Tradescantia Virginica, p 3 00 Trillium grandiflorum, p 3 00 Valeriana, fg 4 00 Veronica officinalis, p 3 00 Yucca fllamentosa, fg., small 3 00 Yucca fllamentosa, fg., large 8 00 SHRUBBERY. Berberls vulgaris, fg $6 00 California privet, 2 ft., fg 3 00 Calycanthus floridus. fg 6 00 Deutzla, Pride of Rochester, fg 5 00 Forsy thia vlrldlssima, fg 6 00 Hydrangea pantlculata grandiflora, fg.. small 4 00 Hydrangea panlculata grandiflora. fg., large 12 00 Kerria Japonica, fg 6 00 Ribes (flowering currants), fg 6 00 Sambucus aurea, fg 6 00 Spiraea Thunbergii. fg 6 00 Spiraea Anthony Waterer. p 3 00 Single plants sold at 100 rates, when not less than 100 are taken. Under this amount rates will be doubled. Not less than 500 plants sold at 1,000 rates. Cash with Order. EDWARD B. JACKSON, Stamford, Conn. Dahlias Mrs. Winters THE WORLD'S BEST WHITE DAHLIA. Novelties and Stand- ard varieties. ISyrs'. experience and have failed or no prize competed for. See my catalogue before placing your order. Also fine fleld-grown Hollyhocks at $2.50 per 100. Cannas, Paeonias and Hardy Plants. Cheap mix- tures are dear; gel the best. W. W. WILMORE, The Dahlia Speciali&t, Box 382. DENVER. GOLO. GHRYSftNTHEMUMS are our SPECIALTY. We also offer a complete list of Carnations, Cannas, Pelargoniums, Etc. Send for Catalogae. llBthaa Smith & Son, Adrain, Mich. Pot Plants AND CITTINGS. Per 100 400 Hydrangeas 3Vi-in. pots, vari- eties, Thos. Hogg and Otaksa ... $5.00 Chrysanthemums, 2-in. potB, early, midseason and late varieties, per 1000, $15.00 2.00 Prinlod list of varieties on applicatioD. Double Petunias, strong, 3 in. pot plants, $3.00 per 100; 2-iii 2.00 Rooted Cuttings, varieties. Pink Beauty, large double vrhite, and a few other fine sorts 1.00 Alternantheras, four varieties, R. C, per 1000, $4 00 50 Cash. C. G. NANZ. 1007 WALNUT ST. OWENSBORO, KY. GERANIUMS Per ICO 16 fine varieties, 2j^-inch pots >3.oo 16 fine varieties, 3-inch pots 4 00 500 Asparagus Sprengeri, 2-inch pots 2.00 Coleus, IS varieties, 2-iDch pots 2.00 Verbenas, 2-inch pots 200 Vinca Var., 2 inch pots 2.50 Pansy Plants, from seed beds,i000,|3 .50 CASH OR C. O. D. J. H. CUNNINGHAM, Delaware. 0. Rooted Cuttings. Ageratum, True Blue aod nearly white, Cuphes, Coleus, 10 varieties; Swainsonia, Heliotrope, Sal via, white and yellow Daisiee, $1.00 per 100; $8.fn per 1000. Roses— Brides, Maids, Meteors, II. as wx 100. Vinca Var., $1.26 per 100. Cash with order. Well rooted. La Roche, Coliingdale, Pa. §50 The American Florist. Ma y. Lowell, Miss. SPKING SEEMS AT HAND.— BUSINESS SATIS- FACTORY.—GOOD STOCK ON HANI> FOR BASTBE. — LILIES SCARCE. At the present time the indications are that we will have an early spring. The talips planted outdoors last fall are awakening Irom their winter sleep. The stores are having spring openings and are using many flowers in addition to plenty of palms. At the opening of the Bon Marche over 10,000 violets were given away. With the approach of Easter comes some tall thinking and planning about lilies, which are going to be scarce here this year. If the present reports are true about lilies no danger is feared about the department stores handling them. In the past they have always cut the price, which this year will be 25 cents per bud and everything counted. Business continues to be brisk, funeral work especially. With plenty of sun- shine flowers are coming in both good supply and quality. There was a very good demand for flowers on St. Patrick's day, there being a parade in town with 3,000 men in line, calling for plenty of bouquets, which necessitated some brisk hustling early in the morning. H. B. Green, up in the Highlands, has a lot of nice salable stock ready for the rush. Down in Tewksbury, Patten & Company show some of the finest carna- tions ever grown. To stand elevated at one end of their 350-foot house and look down to the otherend and seethe bloom, is a sight long to be remembered. At Small's they grow mignonette of excellent quality and carnations take no back seat. Tingley, with his immense supply of violets and callas, will make an impression where he starts to unload at Easter. McManamonmadeagoodSt. Patrick's display by filling his window with sham- rocks in small pots, which sold on sight. A. M. ROOTED CUTTING LIST Nbwport, R. I.— The men employed in the greenhouses of Carl Jurgens are on strike for a nine-hour working day. Mr. Jurgens says they can come back when- ever they get tired ot it. Davenport, Ia.— The local growers have had very fair success with their lilies this year and will have good stock for Easter. They also have plenty of callas and good showings of well- flowered plants, principally azaleas and hydrangeas. HOME-GKOWN, FINlli, CLEAN STOCK; OBOWN COOL,. Write lor Price Liit. J, B. HEISS. The Exotic Muraeries, DAYTON, OHIO. STOCKS. Ten Weeks, out ot 2;4 in.Si.'O ptr 100; $15 per 10:0. Salvias, :;M-lnoh, S'J.OO p«r 100. Giant Alyssum, 2!^-iDcti, $3.(0 per 100. Sweet Williams, 1 year old plants, 82 00 per 100; %\h.((l per 1000. Forget-Me-Not, a^-lncli, in bloom %\M por 100. Vinca Variegala, rootcil cutting's, $1 OJ i>tr lOO. J. C. SCHMIDT, Bristol, Pa. ROOTED CUTTINGS OUR SPECULTY-Vtrbenat. u.11 standard named kinds, 60o pi-r 100;J5.U0per 1000. Hellotrapt, 14 named varieties. $1 00 per 100; iK.OO per lOUO. Pelunlu, 24 varieties, tl 'ih per ICO. Sllvlu. f> varieties, tl.OO per 100. Agtratumi.^ varie- ties, eOc per 100. Celtiu, 34 varieties, eucper 100; 15.00 per 1000. WyitUBi, II. UO per lOO. Express prepaid on ail Rooted CultinKs. Satisfaction Kuaranteed. Casli with order, write— 8. D. BRANT, CLAV CENTER, KAN. NOW READY POR Per 100 Per lOOO Marguerites I .75 $ 6.00 Heliotrope, 4 varieties 60 6.00 Englishivy 2.00 18.00 Pyrethrum, double white 1.00 8.0O Aohyrantlies. 4 varieties 1.00 8.00 Salvia, 4 varieties 80 5.B0 Ageratum, 6 varieties 60 5.C0 Alternauthera, 4 varieties 75 6.00 Fuchsias, 3 varieties 1.25 10.00 Abutilons, 12 varieties 2.00 18.00 Coleus, 75 varieties, named 75 6.00 not named 60 B.OO Verschaflcltii, red 60 4.50 golden 60 4.50 CHRYSANTHEMIMS SHIPMENT. Per 100 Per lOOO Coleup, Golden Hedder 60 4.60 Brilliancy 800 Rnctnn Fpril« strong, bushy, well grown DU9IUII I CI US stock tor Immediate ship- ment. Per 100 Per 1000 25<-inch pots 12.50 122.00 2i4-lnch pots 3.00 28.00 3 -inch pots 6.00 66.00 PTERIS TREMULA, 2!<-inch pots, per 100, KOO; 2K-in. pots, per lOO, $3.00; 3-in. pots, per 100, 16. For list of varieties see American Florist of Nov. 9. If wanted by mail add 15c per 100. Sam- ples by mail 25c. W. H. Lincoln, Jerome Jones, Golden Wedding, Philadelphia, Ivory, Thornden. Pres. Smith, Minnie Wanamal:er, Louis Boehmer, Maud Dean, Viviand-Morel, Bajor Bonnaffou, G, W. Childs. Rooted cuttings, grand stulT, $1.25 per 100; $10.00 per 1000. "All the above sold on the positive guarantee of their being first-class, If not, your money at once refunded. JOHN IRVIME & SONS, Bay City, Mich. I A Discount Of 100 °o on Wittboldii Ferns' I FOR 30 DAYS ONLY. 1 2^-iticli, $5.00; 3-mch, $8.00; 4-incli, $12.00; I 5-iiicli, $20.00 per 100. Bencli plants, $3.00 1 per 100. Good for lo-inch pots, 50 cts. each. THESE ARE JUST WHAT YOU WANT FOR EASTER. A. J. BALDWIN, Newark, Ohio. HEADQliARTERS GERANIUM NOVELTIES: Thos. Meehan, semi- double dark pink; Levi P. Morton, semi-double maroon; Dutchess of Orleans, single oriole; Ernest Kellway, semi-double crimson; J. J. Harrison, semi- double scarlet, and Snow Drift, setni-double white: all winners. Extra strong rooted cuttings, $2.00 per 100; $20.00 per 1000. STANDARDS: S. A. Nutt, E. G. Hill, Beaute Poitevine, Frances Perkins, .\lphonse Ricoard, Mme. Bruant, Mme. Jaulin, Athlete, LaFavorite, J. M. Oaar, extra strong rooted cuttings, $1.75 per 100; $16.00 per 1000. DOUBLE FRINGED PETUNIAS Our superb collection consisting of twelve novelties selected from Henderson's and Dreer's latest sets. Extra Strong Rooted Cuttings, $1,00 per 100; $9.00 per 1000; $40 per 5000. Henderson's celebrated Sea Foam, $1.50 per 100. Send tor our special Geranium List. Cash with Order. Satibpaction GnABANTEED. TheW.T. Buckley Plant Co., Springfield. HI. SPECIAL OFFER. PAroniiimo '^^i- ^'en. Grant, Kruanti, Alpbonse UBl dniUniO liiccard. .1. J. Harrison, Mme. Tbi- baiit, lleiiute I'oitevine, Mme. Jaulin, Gloire de France, Frances Perkins. La Favorite, S. A. Nutt, etc.; labeled, strong, w?ll-grown plants. from 2\i- in. pots, $}.00 per lOO; $2,i.(0 per 1100. Mixed, my selection, $2.50 per 1(0; SJO.OO per 1000. Pannae Uormant Roots, 2-3 eyes; Chas. llender- UflllMuO son, Chicago, PapaCanna, (^ueen Char- lotte, l^orcnce Vau(,'han, $-3.00 per 100; Jil6.(0 per 1000. ,Mi.\ed,all colors, $1.50 per luG; $10.00 per lljCO. Cyclamen Perslcum Splendens Giganteum Finest strain In the world, in four true colors, now ready, transplanted from Hats (stedllngs), $3.00 per 100; $ li.cO per 1000. Chinese Primroses ^a-'i^etir frLT'L'^ bloom, from 3-ln. pets, to close out, $i.60 per 1(0. In gcod mixture only, from 2%- In. pots, $4.00 per lOd. >AUL MADER, East Stroudiburg, Pa. Please mention the American Florist when writing* Begonia Rex DAOnAlUC READ THIS, FOR HERE IS WHAT DAnuAindi YOU WANT AND WE WANT ROOM. Qeranlums, composed of S. A. Nutt, La Pilot, Richard Brett. Frances Perkins, Beaute Poitevine, Dble. Gen. Grant, Bruanti, Ruy Bias. Gloire de France, Centaurean, Alph. Riccard, Margaret de Leyas, Jas. Gaar, Wunder, Granville, La Favorite, Mme. Bruant, and several other varieties In 8>< in. pots, also Rose Geraniums, and want shifting at once, at $2.50 per 100; $20.00 per 1«00 Special prices in lots of 5000 or more, 500 at 1000 rate. Coleus, in variety, 3,1^-10. pots, $1 50 per ICO; rooted cuttings. 6Jo. rer 100; $5.00 per 1000. Verscbalfeltll and Queen, 70c. per 100; $6.00 per ICOO. Antbemls Shower of Oold. R C, $1.50 per 10. AKeratum, in variety, 2!i-in. pots, $3.00 per ICO; rooted cuttings, 60c. per I()o. Paclisiaa, in variety, 2M-in pots, $3.00 per 103; rooted cuttinfjs. $1.3i per 100. Heliotrope, in variety, iVt-'\-a. pots, $2.00 per 100; rooted cuttings, $1.00 per 100. Salvia, in variety, 2^-in. pots, $2.00 per 100; rooted cuttings, 76c. per 100. Var. Vincas. 2ii-in. pots, $2.00 per ICO; rooted cuttings, fine, $1 00 per 100: 4-in. pots, $6X0 per UO. Feverlew, from soil, $1.50 per 100. English Ivy, from soil, $':.00 per 100. Cash with the order. J E. FELTHOUSEN, Schenectady, N Y. A FEW GOOD THINGS YOU WANT. SPECIAL EASTER PRICES. KENTIA BELMOREANA and FORSTERIANA, spec- ial price to reduce stock, 2S4-in., 8c: 3-in., 16c: 4-in. 25c; 6-ln., 50c; 6-in., $1.00. 3, 4, 5-ln ARECA LUTESCENS, 2 and 3 plants to a pot, same price. These areeM-ellentlot of clean, cool grown plants. BOSTON FERNS, 4o, 8o, 15o, 30o and 60o each, DRACAENA INDIVISA, 3, 4, 5-ln,, 6i-. ICc, 25o each. CHINESE PRIMULA and CINERARIA, fine plants, to closf out, :l and 4-ln., lo and 6c each. GLADIOLUS BULBS, good mixture, $1.00 per 100. GERANIUMS, 2 in., llounat, double and single Grant, l^a Favorite, 8. A. Nutt, Atkinson, Salloroi, $:i.0O per 100; :i-iiu-li. .$.">.(W per 1(X1; Poitevine, M. Uarnv, Kleber, John Uoyle, Jaulin, Riccard, Mrs. E. O. Hill, Perkins, $1.00 per 100. CARNATIONS, rooted cuttings Scott, McGowan, Portia, $1.00 per 100; E. Crocker G. Lord. Mar- quis, $1.60 por ICO; Prosperity, Lawson, Queen Louise, Plorlana, $5.00 per 100; Klttatinny, white sport from Daybreak. $3.00 per 100. ASPARAGUS SPRENGERI. 2-inob. $3.00 per 100; PiumoBus, 3-inoh, $8.00 per 100. Cash or C. O, D. GEO, M. EMUANS, NEWTON, N. J. igo2. The American Florist. 351 STANDARD FLOWER POTS \ Paoked in small orates, easy to handle. Pots Price per orate 1500 2-in., in crate, $4.88 Pots Price per orate 120 7-in., In orate, $4.20 1600 2M " 5.25 60 8 " 3.00 1500 2!4 " 6.00 48 9 " S.60 1000 3 " 5.00 48 10 " 4.80 800 3W " 5.80 24 11 " 3.60 BOO 4 " 4.60 24 12 " 4.80 820 5 " 4 51 12 14 " 4.80 144 6 " 3.18 6 16 •' 4.50 Seed pans, same price as pots. Send for price list of cfylinders for Cut Flowers. Hanging Bas- kets, Lawn Vases, etc. 10 per cent off for cash with order. HILFINaER BROS' POTTERY, OR ... FORT IDWARD, N. Y. August Rolksb & Sons, New York Agents, 52 Det Stbbbt, New York Citt. NEPONSET PAPER Flower Pots. LIGHT, COMPACT, UNBREAKABLE. UNEQUALLED. You C4U buy these of your nearest dealer. fU/ Rirrl Si ^nn MIII and Main Oince: . TT. UIIU « OUII, EAST WALPOLE, MASS. NEW YORK: CHICAGO: 120 Liberty St. 1434 Monatmook Bidg. Red Standard Pots. OORREOT SIZE. SUPERIOR QUALITY. Write tor price Uit. 6. flENNEGKE 60., MILWAUKBB, WIS. Standard priXSl Flower... IC \J \ \3 If your greenhouses are within 600 milet of the Capitol, write us, we can save you money W. H. ERNEST. 28th and M Strasto. WASHINQTON, D. C GEO. KELLER & SON, MANUFACTURERS OF FLOWER POTS. Before buying write for prices. 361-363 Herndon Street, near Wrightwood Ave., CHICAGO^ ILL. RED POTS SAMPLE POT AND PRICE LIST ON APPLICATION. C. C. POILWORTH CO.. ili^""'"'<^^ WRITE AF If nUR 1521-23 N. LlAVITT ST.. I Ti KUnili OHIOAQO. ILL.. TOB PBICEB OT Standard Pots wbioh for itrength and poroiit; oomblned are the beit on the market. THOSE RED POTS "STANDARDS" FUliL SIZE AND WIDE BOTTOMS. BULB PANS AND AZALEA POTS. DETROIT FLOWER POT M'F'Y, HARRY BALSLEV, ItAD. DETROIT. MICH., «00 Hawnrrt «« ,.Ii yonr,, Business Methods are right yon can moke a prof t OB an adTcrtlMment here. Easter CARNATIONS Pay Have our Rubber Bands on Hand. So thit nine, not even the split flowers, be wasted. 25c an ounce; 4 ounces, 85c; $3.00 a pound. 2,000 bands to the ounce; 30,000 to the pound. Postage one cent extra for each ounce. Send for our Wholesale Seed Catalogue. HENRY F. MIGHELL, 1018 Market St., Philadelphia, Pa. itiniimuuauitiiitituuuuitumiimamiuumiiiiiimummimmtuiiumtiimtiiitinf EUREKA yy WEED KILLER. A SOLUBLE POWDER. | NO LEAKAGE or DANGER. E EASILY APPLIED. | PositlTely clears all paths and drives of weeds without disturbing the c gravel; lasting efiects. t 9100 Tin Sufficisnt for 10O Square Yards. p ^ IfllllSUSIi'C CCCn CTADE Sole Agents for the 84-86 Randolph St.. Chicago. E 3 mUlllinil 9 9CCII «IUIIC| n. S. audCanada. 14 Barclay Street. NEW YORK. E Awarded the only flrit- olutCertineatsolMsrll by the Sootety of Amet- loan Floilttiat Botoa Aug. 21, IBM, foi.Stuid- srd Flowat Potl. gi^|SLAND(iTY 'HILADELPHIA Traveling Representative, U. CUTLER RYERSON, 108 Third Ave. Newark, N.J. HEWS^< KkliUiiiBiiilniiiiiiiiin „iilMiiiiliy»liBl BRIP fATALoci^J, KELLER BROS. 213-15-17.19-21-23 Pearl St., NORRISTOWN, PA. Manufacturers of Standard Flower Pots, red in color, equal to the best on the market; are 16 miles from Philadelphia, best of railroad connec- tions. We give special attention to mail orders and make special sizes to order in quantities. A postal will bring prices and discounts. WHY NOT BUY RED POTS OF US 7 [Standard Size] Quality— No Better. Carefully Packed In Small Crates. Easy to Handle. Price List Free. Syracuse Pottery Co., Syracuse, N, Y. [ BB8T POT IN _ THE MABKBT FLOWERPOTS STANDAR[lTOTW.LTv List and SAMPLES FREE. SWAHN'S POTTERY MF'G CO., P. 0. Box 78. MINNEAPOLIS. MINN. Piease meni;on the American Florist when writing. Please mention the American Florist to advertis 352 The American Florist. Mar. 22, San Francisco. TRADE BRISK. — MANY WEDDING AND FUNERAL ORDERS. — MILLS HAS FINE STOCK IN PRIVATE GREENHOUSBS.— CLUB HEARS OF MORS PRIZES. — A VAR- IETY OF PERSONAL AND OTHER DOINGS. We cannot complain of business being poor, ior everyone ii rushed with wed- ding and funeral orders. Carnatione, especially since the wonderful improve- ments made by JohnH. Sievers, are more in demand than ever, notwithstanding the fact that the number of plants grown Is double that of last year. Roses are more plentiful, stock very good and prices the same. Lilies are coming in a little better and prices have raised to $3 50 to $5 per dozen cut and $6 in pots. Violets are too plentiful to be high priced and all bulbous stock moves at the same rate as at last report. At D. O. Mills' private nursery things are in grand shape and our growers have to produce something extra fine in Beau- ties, carnations and ferns to beat them. Beauties especially are in splendid form. Some Farleyense ferns measure nearly four feet across and are the picture of health. C. Beatty is head gardener of the place and Mr. Carboni has charge of the glass houses. Mr. Mills certainly can boast of having two of the best garden- ers in the state. At the last meeting of the Pacific Coast Horticultural Society, owing to the heavy storm, very few members were present and little business was done. Some important trade papers will be read at the next meeting. Committees on the flower show reported additional prizes ofiered (or the best seedling carna- tions, also a prize of $50 by the Cox Seed and Plant Company for the best display of cut flowers. At Schvcerins' things look well again after the heavy storm. They will have their usual good stock of tulips, hya- cinths, spirjeais and ferns for Easter, besides carnations and roses. Chas. Serveau has taken himself to his country home in Woodside for a little recreation and to get his full strength back for the hard work during Easter week. Henry Wigger, for some time gardener to Mr. Whitney, in San Mateo, has resigned his position and intends to take a rest for a month or two. H. Plath says that he will hardly have enough ferns ready for Easter but enough smilax to decorate half the churches here. Sweet peas will hardly be seen before the middle or end of April, owing to the long cold spell we had about Christmas time. O'Heam, of San Mateo, has let the contract for a large, modern carnation house to a firm of San Mateo contrac- tors. Mrs. Gonzales, of 9 Eddy street, has sold out her share in the store to her partner. Golden Gate. Erie, Pa.— S. Alfred Baur reports that trade has been excellent all through the season and that the Easter outlook is very good. ALL NurservniPn, S»i'ilsn)i!n and Klorists wisliing to do biislnc^H w itli Euro p.- shoul'I sfnd for the "Horticoltiiral Advertiser." This is the llritish Triide Paper, being read wcnkly by all the Horticultural traders; it ts also taken by over 1000 of the best cootincntal houses. Aomial subscription tf» cover rost of pcstago 75c. Money orders payiible at Lowdham, Notts. Address EDITORS OF THE "H. A." Chilwell Nurseries. LOWDHAM, Notts. England. --GALVANIZED-- WIRE • FLOWER • STAKES. ....ANY LENGTH OR SIZE DESIRED.... JOHN A. ROEBLING'SSONS CO. 1^1 lUake St., OIIIO.A.OO. WRITE US. LOWEST PRICES. Tobacco Dust... FOR FRUIT TREES Also Pure Bone Fertilizers, "Anchor Brand." Send for our free Circulars. The A. B. MAYER MFG. CO., St. Louis, Mo. Established 1863. 1022 North Twelf(h Street. ii BLACK DEATH 97 (POWDER) TO EAT THEREOF IS TO DIE. BUG KILLER and FERTILIZER. Three years of unprecedented success wherever intro- duced all over the United States has proved "BLACK DEATH" to be a cheap and absolute annihilator of all insects, bugs or beetles that prey on vegetation, foliage and flowers. See what Peter Reinberg said in this paper, Feb. 8. Other strong indorsements spnt on receipt of postal card. Western Sales Agrency, 335 Franklin St., Chlrag:o. HANDLED BY SEEDSMEN. S. D. STRYKER, Agent. Tobacco Dust The best and cheapest of in- secticides. Our supply is fresh, strong, clean and un- adulterated. Price, per 100 lbs., ^1.00; 1,000 lbs,, $7.50; ton, ;?14,00; sacks included and f. 0. b. cars here. T. W. WOOD & SONS, RICHMOND. VA. Tobacco Dust The pure article, fine or coarfe as wanted. .^0 lbs., $1.00; 200-lb. barrel, $3.00. SampI* fra*. Monay returned H not tatiilacloiy. Edgar A. Murray, 136 Ash St,, Detrolt.Mlch. BEST AND Cbiapistl *i.L-iieuN.r insecticioeI ••U«Bark*l.| /Jffi or Sue by Seedsmen. For Free Pamphlet Write to ITkeKHlsck] 'Tobacci I Proauct C«., THE AMERICAN FLORIST'S COLOR CHART PRICK I. CENTS POSTPAID. AMERICAN FLORIST CO., 322 Dearborn SI. Chloage t:x "a3._:i3;_:a^Ei,-j:3:: * I NIKOTEEN IT COST» 4 CENT5 FOR EACH 600 FEET OF|i -9 FLOOR SPACE C> J DOES NOT INJURE THE MOST SENSITIVE PLANTS- ENDORSED BY PROMIHEHTflO.IISTS-> ,., USED FOR FUHICATION OR SPRAYING INDOORS OR „ t,jl0UT - 200 LBS. OF TOBACCO IN ONE PINT 01 mKOlfCK |W< rm SOLD BY SEEDSMEN CIRCULAR TREE-iJn SKABCURA DIPCC.CniCAGO. . W^'^^i^m^ 1 * «^uicklyDoes it. ^F Deutsche Gartner Zeitung The most widely circulated German gardeninK Journal, treating; of all departments of hortioulture and floriculture. Numerous eminent correipon- dents in all parts of the world. An adTerttiing medium of the highest class. Moller's DeutHcne Gartner Zeitung is published weekly and richly Illustrated. Subscription $8.00 per annum, iQoluainK postage. Sample copies free. LUDWIG MOLLER, ERFURT Barmaay SiGMUND GELLER Importer ind Mir. ol Florists' Supplies Complete stock — New Qoode— New Illaetrated Catalogue Now Ready. Send for It. 108 W. 28th St., near 6th Ave.,INEW.VORK, igo2. The American Florist. 353 TO KILL ALL Greenhouse Bugs USE a NICOTICIDE Clean and harmless as Fumigant or Spray. Ask your seedsman for it or write to The Tobacco Warehousing and Trading Co., 1000 Magnolia Ave., Louisville, Ky Boston Florist Letter Go. IHANPFACTDBEBB OF FLORISTS' LETTERS. This -wooden box nicely stained and var- nished, 18x30x12 made In t-n^o sections, one for each size Jetter, given away with first order of 50O letters. Block Letters, 1^ or 2-inch size, per 100, $2.00. Script Letters, $4. Fastener with each letter or word. Used by leading florists everywhere and for sale by all wholesale florists and supply dealers. N. F, McCarthy, Trcas. and Manager, 84 Hawley St., BOSTON, MASS. TIN FOIL Plain, Fancy, Printed & Mounted, Mannfoctured by Tlie Conley Foil Co. 5%l to 541 West SStli St., HEADQUAKTEBS FOB HORTICULTURAL SUPPLIES Of Every Description. When you can't get what you want anywhere else, send here, we will send it to you. 'if it's used In Horticulture, we have It." DUNNE A*CO.«64W.80Ui8t., N»w Yort. Telephone Call, 1700 Madiion Square. A. HERRMANN, Cape Flowers, ^u. oolobb; Cycas Leaves, Metal Designs, ^n> All Florists' Supplies. Bend tor Filoei. 4««-4l» ■••« a«th at.. MVW VOBK. Mention the American Florist when writing to advertisers on this page. Easter Your order for EASTER NOVELTIES should be placed without any delay, as our New Impor- tations of Plan' Baskets, Chip Ribbon, Birch Bark Crosses, Porto Rican Mats, Water-proof Crepe Paper (all kinds) ; also Cords and Tassels have just arrived. In order to secure the Very Latest and Best EASTER GOODS, your promot attention will avoid disappointment, and give best satisfaction. Catalogue for the asking. For all Up-to-Date Florists' Supplies, send to the Leading Florists' Supply House. Imporfers and Manufacturers M.RIGE&GO., 918 Filbert St., Philadelphia, Pa. ▼▼▼▼▼▼ ▼▼▼▼▼▼▼ wv ▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼^ A Shipment from Bayersdorfer & Co. represents a wise invest- ment. Baskets. Jardinieres, Pot Covers, Fern- _ cries, Vases, Doves, Sheaves, Inscriptions. Cycas Wreaths and Leaves. These are only a fraction of the list of useful Florists' Supplies we carry. The quality is the BEST and the price is RIGHT. Send for Complete Catalogue. H. Bayersdorfer & Co., 50-56 No. Fourth St., Philadelphia, Pa. WE NOW OFFiCB "Chemicals" for making LIQUID COMPOST. Dry powders all soluble in water. Lompoats cost less than >ic per gal. Correspondence invited. EASTERN CHEMICAL COMPANY, 620 Atlanllc Ave.. Boston. ABELS. The Best and rheare.t EVER- LASTING METAL LABEL mad<'. Don't send out etc.. without being 1;,., ... ..., I properly named. Price quoted and sam lU^ pies on application. Plain labels 40c per 100; $2.C0 per ICKO, including steel marker. WILLIS Q. YOING, 323 Brown St.. Dayton. 0. Fresh Tobacco Stems. Bales of 300 pounds, $1.50. Cash With Obdeb W. C. BECKERT. Allegheny. Pa. FRUIT AND FLOWER PLATES Seed Packet, and Supplie. ol all kind, lor NURSERYMEN, FLORISTS and SEEDSMEN SEND FOR PRICE LIST. Stock Cuts, lOo per square inch. Engraving by &11 processes. Printing and Lithographing. [Uuitrated Catalogues a specialty. VREDENBUR6 & CO., Rochester, N. Y. Fiease mgfition the A merican Florist when ivritinz- No. 1.— Brasi, nickel, 4 feet long, ( olaipi to each rod. Price complete (with green or white tum- bler.) 12.25. Price complete (with green or white oornnoopia va.e.) 13.50. No. 2.— Heavy 4 ft. rod braised and nickeled, with three cla.p. (or 5 to fl- inch poti, each, tl.76. Kift'i patent rubber capped Flowsb Tubis, IM-lnoh diameter, per 100, li.BO, lOSEPH KIFT ft SON. I72S Che.lnul St.. Phila.. Pa. Adjustable Vase Holders Invalid Appliance Go., COLUMBIA PLANT TUBS please mention the American Florist when writing. CUTFLOWERBOm WATERPROOF. Corner Lock Style. The b St, strongest and neatest folding cut flower bos ever made. Cheap, durable, handy. To try them once is to use ihem always. DONT USE OLD STORE BOXES. If you have any doubt, send for samples, which speak for themselves. Size No. 1. 3x41/2x16. $1.75 per 10 ; SI.5.fo per 1000 " No. 2. 3x6x18.... 2.00 " 18.00 " No. 3. 4x8x18.... 2.40 •' 22.00 " No. 4. 3x6x20.... 2.75 " 2P.O0 " No. 5. 4x8x22.... 3.00 " 28,00 " " Nr. 6. 4x8x28.... 3.7.5 " 35.00 THE LIVINGSTON SEED CO. Box 103, COLUMBUS, O. REED & KELLER, 122 & 119 W. 25th St., NEW YORK, N. Y. MANUFACTURERS OF FLORISTS' WIRE DESIGMS. IMPORTERS AND DEALERS IN FLORISTS' SUPPLIES. Galax Leaves and all Decorative Greens. AdjustablePlantStands THE BEST ON THE MARKET. I Stand SI. 50; SStands S4.00: 6 Stands S7 50; 12 Stands SI4.0O TOU NEED IHEM \\ YOUR BUSINESS. C. B. WHITNALL. MILWAUKEE. WIS. PURE SHEEP MANURE In natural state makes the ibest LIQUID fertilizer. $1.00 per |bbl., f. o. b cars, Kirkland, 111 Write for prices on car load lots; also on Dried, Unpulverized and Pulverized. MONTANA FERTILIZER CO., Elgin, IN. QARDENINQ For Amateur and Professional Gardeners. The Leading: American Journal of Uorti- culture Foreign Subscriptions S2.50 per year. Sample Copies Free. THE GARDENING CO. ^gfcVo^i'irS.s.A. Always mention the American Flo rist when writing to advertisers. 354 The American Florist. Mar. 22, Wheiling, W. Va. GROWER HAS GOOD BASTER LILIES. — BOLB- OC9 STOCK DOING WELL. — IMPROVE- MENTS PLANNED FOR SDMMBR. — GROW- ERS LOSE BY RECENT FLOODS. Max L. Hess seems to have solved the problem, if a problem it be, of growing Hariisii. He has them once again in splendid condition and in time for his Easter trade. He has likewise a fine lot of bnlbons stock of all kinds, and from the number of orders already booked will in all likelihood have no reason for complaint. Business has been unusually brisk with him all through the season, decorative work of one sort or another having been especially in demand. A glance at his general stock shows that Mr. Hess has not cultivated the habit of letting things take care of themselves. A visit to the "Island" was in order. There I found L. A. Smith, as happy as the proverbial lark, regardless of the recent flood, which had caused him some slight loss and an unusual amount of labor. It is Mr. Smith's intention to build a warehouse especially adapted for storing plants in the event of a flood. Floods are by no means unusual in this section and the loss they entail is cer- tainly discouraging. But the florists invariably get over such "trifles," believ- ing in the golden rule, "Never give up." A call at the Wheeling Greenhouses proved interesting. Under the efficient management of the genial Mr. Dieckmann, things about the place are in fine condi- tion. Bulbous stock, such as hyacinths. Von Sions, lilies, and so forth, is grown in quantity and looks well. An additional carnation house about 23il50 may be added this spring to their plant. They likewise contemplate some extensive alterations and improvements about their store on Twelfth street. W. F. Zane & Son have likewise suf- fered because of the flood, but fortunately they succeeded in saving their plants and will have them in fine condition for spring sales. Mr. Zane intends rebuilding some of his houses during the coming summer. In addition to their plant trade, they have of late built up a fine business in cut flowers and design work. Franz Laupp, the veteran florist, reports a fine trade all along the line. While growing a general stock for his retail trade Mr. Laupp is forcing a large quantity of tulips, which find a ready sale with him. Nomis. Please mention the American florist when writing. « THE JENNINGS IRON GUTTER IMPROVE Use our Patent IRON BENCH FITTINGS and Roof Supports. IMPROVED VAPORIZING PANS For Tobacco Extracts, Etc. Send for Circulars. DLLER, CASKEY & CO., oENATNTe-^BRos.. 8. W. Cor. Sixth and Berk Sla.. PHILADELPHIA. _^^^_^_-^— Dillon^s Greenhouse Mfg. Co. M«.»r«TURER,oP GULF CYPRESS GREENHOUSE MATERIAL. BUILDERS AND DESIGNERS OF IRON AND WOOD GRCENtlOUSES. Wl6&l11 8IICI Hot WdlOr n63lin§|l andpbm^ifyouTre'gomg^oVuUd Manufactory and General Office, '^LiOOStlLe^'BXJ^G, PJ\.. VEMTIHTWa WPMitTUS. D. 0. Gunningtiam 6ia§§ Co., .PITTSBURG. PA. Tank Window Glass. flot-fious6 Glass fl Speclaitu. VALUABLE IRON GUTTER PATENTS I hereby offer for sale the Patents covering my Wrought Iron Gutter; also the Patents covering the Gutter advertised in last week's edition of the Ameeican Florist, Florists' Exchange, and the FloriHs" Review, by Geo. M. Garland. The increased business of the Standard Ventila- ting Machine demands my whole attention to its manufacture. But, as in the past I will give the gutter business its fullest share of attention until the patents are sold. Yours truly, E. HIPPARD, Youngstown. Ohio. Sprague Smith Co. PLATE AND WINDOW GLASS Greenhouse Glass a Specialty 209 Raadolpk Straat. CHICAGO. Boilers OP HIGH . QRADB..'*^ Fof GREENHOUSES. See Our Catalogue.. it^am and Hot Water. 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Annual convention at Brooklyn, N. Y. , Feb- ruary, 1903. Axbebt M. Hebb, Lancaster, Pa., secretary. CHRYSANTHEMUM SOCIETY OF AMERICA. Annual meeting at Asheville, N. C, August, 1902. Edwin Lonsdale, Chestnut Hill, Pa., Seo'y. AMERICAN ROSE SOCIETY. Leonabd Barbon, 136 Liberty St., New York, secretary. THIS ISSUE 40 PACES WITH COVER. CONTENTS. Easter plants in Chicago 357 Williim Paul (portrait) 358 The Rose Balduin 368 Boston spring show (illus.) 359 Be(;oniu Gloire de Lorraine 359 Fine hyacinths and geraniums (illus.) 360 The Philadelphia spring exhibition (illus.).... 360 The new single violet, Dorsett (illus.) 361 Notes on aquatics 381 Nephrolepis exaltata Piersoni (illus.) 362 Boston...... 363 Denver 363 Chicago 364 New York 364 Milwaukee 364 Detroit 365 Washington 365 Springfield. Mass 365 Minneapolis 365 The salvation of lily forcers 366 Obituary — James Peutland 366 Pittsburg 368 The seed trade 373 The nursery trade 374 —Moth traps 374 Kansas Ci y 374 Newark. 0 374 Our pa, times 376 Toronto 376 St. Louis 376 Youngstown, 0 378 Los Angeles, Cal 380 Cincinnati 382 Bcllevue, Pa 384 Nashville, Tcnn 386 Painesville, O 388 Providence, R. 1 390 Easter Plants in Chicago. The retail establishments in Chicago have been developing very rapidly in the last year or two and it would be difficult for any city in the Union to show hand- somer places than those in which the leading western retailers now do busi- ness. The stores of Wienhoeber, Samuel- son, Fleischman and Mangel may be mentioned as typical of the newer devel- ment and, whatever may have been the case in the past, there can be no doubt that this is a plant Easter. While few novelties are on view, the western store- keepers have never before gone in so heavily on blooming material and never before have they shown such choice stocks. While the azalea predominates, as it no doubt does in nine cities out of ten throughout the country, it is not by any means so much in evidence as to make the Easter stocks appear to lack variety. There are better Crimson Ram- blers than there ever were before, better rhododendrons, better hydrangeas, bet- ter spiraeas, better pans of bulbous male- rial, and, in fact, better stocks through- out the list, with the single exception of the item of Easter lilies. Chicago forcers have shared the experiences of all other growers of this specialty, the longiflo- rums proving, in general, unsatisfactory, although there are a few very good plants. In most instances the loss was heavy, but the last few days of warm, bright weather aided remarkably in get- ting the remaining plants into flower. However, as a general rule, the plants are short, the foliage is much too dense for a good lily and the flowers are both few in number and poor in quality, most of them having a crimped, discolored, dried-up appearance which makes them almost unsalable. One or two growers, notably the Garfield Park Flower Com- pany, and the Poehlmann Brothers Com- pany, have had some choice lilies which run eight or nine blooms or buds to the stalk, but the retailers much prefer good stock with three or four well developed flowers to the stalk. The season is certainly seeing unusual use of florists' supplies. There is at hand a greater variety of material than ever before and these plant embellishments are finding wide popularity. The only thing which seems to have dropped into disuse is the birch bark ware, it being generally regarded as too crude for the requirements of the Easter plant trade and cat flower business. Porto Rican matting easily takes the lead as a pot cover, although the finer grades of crepe paper are largely used. Many dec- orators are tieing ribbon bows into their plants, but those storekeepers who cater to the most critical trade are not doing this unless the customer asks it. There is a very large assortment of boxes, baskets and hampers of one sort or another for use with small plants and cut flowers. Most of these are light and airy in design and construction and the coloring is tasteful. All the retailers have filled large quantities of these for counter sales and find them very popular. Wienhoeber has made what is probably the finest showing of Easter plants ever seen in the west, his specialty being large azaleas. He imported plants much larger than the sizes usually handled by the commercial growers and has them beautifully in flower. The large speci- mens are nearly all Mme. Vander Cruys- sen, and better plants were never seen anywhere. Many of them are grown in Columbia plant tubs and are of the regu- lar form, with heads something like four feet across. The prices run up to $20 each. Wienhoeber also has a number of novelties among azlaeas, but he says that as a rule these fancy varieties are not dependable, that they are not free bloomers and that while success may be achieved one year, disappointment may follow for several seasons. He is show- ing some plants of the irregular, natural development and finds that they take better each season. He is using large quantities of Poito Rican matting on his plants and a very large proportion of cut flowers will go out in fancy baskets and hampers. Bulb pans are numerous here and are found to sell very well when properly dressed up. The good lilies came from Buettner's. Samuelson has added greatly to his facilities since last year by the erection of his conservatory, which afi'ords a fine opportunity for the proper display of a large line of blooming plants. He ii showing everything which the market afi'ords, from lilies, azaleas, hydrangeas, and so forth, including some good Crim- som Ramblers, down to the compara- tively cheap pans of blooming bulbs. While the stock is fine in every respect, it shows few novelties, such things being not to be had at home and Mr. Sam- uelson says that it does not to pay to bring them from the east. The window here is always the greatest attraction of the neighborhood. Itis Mr. Samuelson's pride and he has the art down to a nicety. Mr. Samuelson says that Porto Rican matting Is one of the best aids to the plant decorator and he finds that most 358 The American Florist. Mar. 29, of the holiday customers appreciate the line of novelties which he is showing, such as baskets and hampers of unique design, one of the best sellers being a birda-nest basket. The George Wittbold Company, at it* two stores, is showing a tremendous stock of Easter material, including the best acacias which the season affords, also some splendid rhododendrons and hydrangeas. They have a big stock of double tuUps in pans and also several hundred of lilies, hydrangeas, oranges, primulas and Crimson Ramblers. They report that nearly every buyer chooses to pay the alight additional cost to have the plant dresied with Porto Rican mat- ting, ribbon or crepe paper. The Asmus Floral Company Is just into its handsome new store and green- houses and has things in very good shape, with such stock as one would expect to find in a place in which Emil Buettner is the guiding spirit. They have a stock of very good lilies. While they have no basis of comparison, they have found the early Easter buying to be all that they could expect. Out on the west side, Halle was fortun- ate in picking up a nice lot of lilies, per- fect plants with fine flowers, and they have made a fine display in his window. At the Schiller place, further out on Mad- ison street, the usual large quantity of bulbous material, tulips, daffodils, hya- cinths, and so forth, is in evidence, besides a good stock of lilies and more preten- tious plants. John Mangel is handicapped in his Easter business this year by lack of room to make a plant display, although he has some very good material. His store is always one of the brightest spots on State street and on cut flowers he is mak- ing his usual fine showing. Last year he had an extra store next door for his lilies, azaleas and other plants, but this season he is restricted to his own quar- ters for this material. The Fleischman Floral Company has been making a very fine showing this week, although C. E. Young, the man- ager In charge, says that they have been handicapped to no small degree by their inability to secure the grade of lilies which they require. They have shown a nice assortment of blooming plants and have them all dressed up in pot covers of one sort or another, many of the azaleas being all but covered by crepe paper, which is also a prevailing fashion at "Moscow's," and have found that the cut flower buyers all want their purchases put up in some of the novel arrangements in the line of baskets and boxes. Friedman has been making an elabor- ate Easter showing, with the place filled to overflowing with flowering plants, the best of which were rhododendrons. He went east for a novelty and procured it in the shape of some profusely bloomed double flowering cherries, which make an attractive feature in his window, dressed in white imported crepe paper. Hauswirth is in temporary quarters this year and has no room for a large display of plants, buthassome very finely flowered Crimson Ramblers. Lange has his usual good showing, including some extra azaleas. John F. Kid well & Brother have large displays in both their Wentworth avenue and Forty-third street stores, largely bulbous material in pans, but including some well flowered hydrangeas and good azaleas, the latter being principally Mrae. Vander Cruyssen. Smythe, out on Michigan avenue, has had his store and conservatory filled with well flowered plants, running through the whole list from the bulb pans at low prices to the high grade hydran- geas, azaleas and Crimson Ramblers. He is sending out hardly anything in pots which has not the receptacle con- cealed in a basket or covering of some sort. William Paul. The story of the life work of William Paul is written in the rose gardens of the world. It is a worthy record of a life well spent, for this venerable rosarian has labored long and well for the improve- ment of the rose, of which there is at his place, Waltham Cross, Hertfordshire, England, one of the grandest collections in the world. Mr. Paul has spent half a ^^Za^ 52^. century in his rose garden, coming into the business in youth, succeeding his father, but In these later years turning over the details of the great nursery to his son, Arthur, who is himself skilled in the craft. Some of Mr. Paul's introduc- tions are Medea, Corinna, Enchantress, Waltham Climber, Duke of Edinburgh, Beauty of Waltham, Pride of Waltham, Star of Waltham, Princess Adelaide, Dutchess of Albany, Lord Bacon, R. D. Baxter, Brightness of Cheshunt, Brilliant, Cheshunt Scarlet, Princess Christian, Crimson Globe, Paul's Single Crimson and many more. Given to literary pur- suits and possessing one of the finest libraries of botanical works in all Eng- land it is but natural that he should write of his roses, and his book, "The Rose Garden," published in 1848, has reached its ninth edition. Much might be said of his various essays, read before horti- cultural and scientific societies, and of his many contributions to the press, but most of these, the important ones, arc embodied in "Contributions to Horti- cultural Literature, 1843-1892." Mr. Paul is a Fellow of the Linntean Society and one of the oldest Fellows of the Royal Horticultural Society. For many years he has been one of the principal exhibitors of roses at the British shows and his name has also been closely con- nected with the production and intro- duction of zonal pelargoniums, holly- hocks, phloxes, camellias and other flowers. The Rose Balduin. In the issue of this journal for February 15, page 76, it is stated that, as a member of the committee on investiga- tion of the rose heading these notes, the undersigned wrote to Mr. P. Lambert, Trier, Germany, who disseminated the Balduin, asking if he could throw any light upon the subject, because both Balduin and Helen Gould with diflerent pedigrees appear in his catalogue, but up to that time no reply had been received from him; but a postal had been received by Dingee & Conard Company on which was stated they were distinct. March 10, however, a letter, dated February 27, from Mr. Lambert was received, and is as follows: Mr. Edwin Lonsdale, WyndruoDf, ChestDut Hill, Phila., Pa. Dear Sib: — Concerning Helen Gould-Baldutn, I wrote some days after my postcard was sent to The Dingee it Conard Company a letter sayinti that this card was sent because some of my neighbors came to say that they have found some difference between th* two roses. I believe that Gould is nothing else but my Balduin. of which I had sent fifty plants and 200 budding eyes in 1898 to Myers & Samtman. Wyndmoor, Cnestnut Hill, Pa. Mr. -John Cook, Baltimore, Md. , received Balduin earlier. I requested The Dingee i^ Conard Company to show you this letter wherein 1 wrote that the roses must be identical. Trusting that this may serve to the matter, I remain, yours truly, P. Laubert. P. S. — Helen Gould was, when I got it, too weak to prove it exactly. I got it first as No. 19C0 and I found that it was Balduin. A year hiter I got Helen Gould, very small plants, and so we thought it different at drst. This letter, while it does not prove that Myers & Samtman are indirectly responsible for the renaming of the rose under consideration, indicates as much, and that is the most that can be said. Messrs. Myers & Samtman may or may not have been surprised when Mr. E. G. AsmuB, in company with Mr. A. B. Scott — one of the members of the com- mittee on investigation — recognized in their greenhouses the Balduin as Colum- bia, the variety he was at that time try- ing as a winter forcer under that pro- visional name, but which, after it had been discarded "as not being up to the mark as a forcing rose," as Mr. Asmus expressed the idea to the committee, was sold to Messrs. Peter Henderson & Com- pany "under its true name, the Balduin." Messrs. Myers & Samtman, in the Flo- rists' Exchange, innocently (!) state that "We all know that one could not call a cut rose Columbia and the bush on which it was grown Balduin." It would be interesting to know — and Messrs. Myeis & Samtman could tell us if they would— what was the name of the "bush" from which the cuttings were taken that were sold by them as "their new rose Colum- bia" to Dingee & Conard Company. As the signs go, it looks as though the latter firm had been persuaded that they were buying a seedling rose of American origin. for here among other things is what they say in their catalogue, as follows: "Among thousands of seedling plants Fate favored this variety (Helen Gould). When it was big enough to bloom we saw it. We were so taken with its beauty and valuable characteristics that we paid seven hundred and fifty dollars ($750) for the original stock. From the original plant the work of evolution began. From year to year its progeny increased as did our enthusiasm. We had judged it correctly," etc. Messrs. Myers & Samtman have had igo2. The American Florist. 359 A VIEW OF THE SPRING SHOW OF THE MASSACHUSETTS HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY. two communications in the Florists' Exchange, but in neither of which has that firm disputed a point that was made in either the original or in the sup- plementary reports of the committee, but have evaded the points at issue entirely. What the committee wants and what the readers of the trade papers want is more light upon the subject and less obscurity. Mr. F, P. Myers, senior member of the firm of Myers & Samtman, was consulted on three diflerent occa- sions, and three letters vrere shown to him during the investigation, one from Mr. John Cook, of Baltimore, the other from Ernst G. Asmus, West Hoboken, N. J.; both were dated November 11, 1901. These were shown to him in the Library Room at Horticultural Hall, Broad street, Philadelphia, a day or two after they were received and during the prog- ress of the flower show held by the Penn- sylvania Horticultural Society. Both these letters have appeared in the Florists' Exchange. Another letter which he read was from Mr. P. J. Lynch, vice-president and general manager of the Dingee & Conard Company, and is dated Novem- ber 26, 1901, and was read on the train on our way home from the Reading Ter- minal. Philadelphia, on Friday, Novem- ber 29, 1901, and with your permission will quote for the benefit of your readers an extract from said letter: Irrespective of what will be the final report of your comiuittee, I desire to emphasize this point, that in introducing HeUn Gould as a new rose we did to believing thoroughly in that tact, and we have as yet no evidence ihat it is not a new rose of American origin. We have exhausted our sup- ply of interrogations on this point with Myers & Samtman, from whom we bought the rose. They have refused to answer our questions as to whether or not they secured the rose in this coun- try or abroad. In this particular we are some- what handicapped, owing to their inability or disinclination, as the case may be, to give us information on this point. In order to maintain our integrity as disseminator! of new roses, and not old ones under new names, we believe that it will be sufficient for us to say that in the agree- ment entered into with Myers & Samtman, this rose was referred to as Columbia, an unregistered name used for the purpose of local identifioatii.n. Everything the committee has reported can be substantiated or corroborated, and I personally am very sorry that Myers & Samtman are making such strenuous efiorts to shirk their responsi- bility in the matter. Such practices are baneful and far-reaching in their influ- ences, and are liable to bring discredit and distrust upon a profession that ought to be entirely above reproach. Edwin Lonsdale. Begonia Gloire de Lorraine. yA paper read be/ore the New Haven County Horticultural Society, March ^, by John Doughty.} I have been asked to give some infor- mation regarding the culture of this charming new species of begonia. As all local growers are aware, it was practic- ally new to florists in New Haven last year; that is, it had been grown only by the few, and that I was one of the nov- ices makes me feel that I amnot qualified to speak so fully upon the subject as it deserves to be treated; however, I will readily impart my experience for the benefit of my fellow members of this society. At the outset I would say that I am indebted to Mr. Edwin Lonsdale, of Phil- adelphia, for the following information regarding Lorraine. He states: Begonia Gloire de Lorraine was the result of a cross between B. Socotrana and B. Dregei. It was sent out by Victor Lemoine & Son, o{ France. The first to have it in America, so far as known, was H. H. Hunnewell, Fred. Harris, gardener, and it was exhibited by him before the Massachusetts Horticultural Society, and received a silver medal, December 4, 1897. The first time it was noticed in American horticultural literature, was January 9, 1897, by the American Florist, and was mentioned therein by Mr. A. Hemsley, an English grower. It would appear from the foregoing that we growers of New Haven have held our reputation well as being a little behind, but as we have recently awakened and discovered this society so full of vigor, let us endeavor to keep time with the progress in horticulture. The specimen Lorraine I have placed before you this evening is one of the twelve that obtained first honors at our exhibition on November 6, 1901, and has been in flower since the end of September, or a little over five months. All our plants were grown in 5-incb pots and this plant before us was not placed in the S-inch pan before January 23, and I do not perceive that it is benefited but very slightly by the transfer, owing most probably to the lateness of the transfer. I find that their season for flowering is practically over by the end of February. As you will perceive there are but few more flowers thereon to expand, and the flowers are not so large and well formed as they were in midwinter. I have here before you rooted leat stalks with the young growth issuing from the soil. I find they root very readily from the leaf stalks, as well as young shoots two or three inches long. They require to remain in the sand m 360 The American Florist. Mar. 29^ which they are rooted for a considerable time, until they have formed minute tubers, very much resembling those of the dahlia but very irregular in outline, and when taken from the propagating sand are beautifully white. Those sufficiently advanced I have pricked out into flats, as it gives less trouble than potting singly, though as yon see I potted a few. Not having had further experience in this stage of their growth we will now assume we have just received our consignment of small plants from the wholesale growers, and that it is the month of July, when we received our plants. They were from 2inch pots and the plants themselves little larger than the money paid for them. I knew they were begonias, because I had been told so, therefore I treated them as such, plac- ing them in 2V2-inch pots and using a compost of three-fifths decayed manure and two-fifths loam, with a little sand. They were placed upon the greenhouse bench under slight shade until growth commenced, when they received more light. They were potted into S's-inch pots in August, and in September they were placed in 5 inch pots, in which they were sold. The compost lor the latter shift was about equal parts decayed manure and November, for I was perfectly satisfied by the way they were growing, and decided to let well enough alone. In con- clusion, I would say do not attempt forc- ing the growth; watch carefully the growth as it proceeds, taking care that it is being well solidified, for upon the growers' judgment all depends whether success or failure follows, bearing in mind these are the essential points, for to treat many species of plants one year as another is to count failure, the varying atmospheric conditions having a great influence upon vegetation in general. Lastly, I would say it is not the suc- cess of any one grower being expounded to others that will assure success unto them, any more than it is the failure of the unfortunate being expounded in like manner. I therefore ask anyone who has not succeeded in growing Lorraine well to expound the treatment that we may avoid the wrong and follow the right when we know it. Fine Hyacinths and Geraniums. The accompanying illustration from a photograph of hyacinths represents the first prize group of six pans exhibited at the spring show of the Pennsylvania Horticultural Society. In my opinion PRIZE HYACINTHS AT PHILADELPHIA SPRING SHOW. this was about as fine a lot of hyacinths as I have ever seen exhibited; the selec- tion of varieties was excellent and the care and attention given in their cultiva- tion very commendable. The only objec- tion that could be urged against this lot was that the suckers were left on the plants, which detracts from the beauty ol an exhibition hyacinth. The exhibitor was Francis Canning, gardener to Samuel T. Bodine, Villa Nova, Pa. The other illustration, a group of geraniums, is interesting because it shows what a good gardener can do with this plant if he only knows how to grow them and goes at it conscientiously. William Robertson, gardener to John W. Pepper, Jenkintown, Pa., was the exhibi- tor of these. He has shown us in the past many fine lots of geraniums, but none that were better than the one under consideration. This exhibit was quite a feature of the show and in addition to receiving the first prize, has, I believe, been recommended by the judges for a silver medal, which I consider is no more than jnst and proper. G. C. W. The Philadelphia Spring Exhibition. The Pennsylvania Horticultural Soci- ety's spring show proved quite a succes», although lacking much in large displays, and in spite of adverse conditions, such as a frosty opening day, and the recent severe storm. The attendance was very good, particularly in the evening, and made a pretty showing. The feature of the exhibition was the display of bulbs for prizes oSered by the seedsmen, which brought out strong competition and many well grown varieties, but thething of note was the new carnation, Adonis, from Robert Craig & Son, which won the president's prize, a cup valued at $50, for the best carnation not disseminated. It is certainly a grand variety, leading everything ifl red. The roses from the American Rose Company, Washington, including I?ory, Balduin and Alice Roosevelt, were ver? much admired. Mrs. Oliver Amei, from John N. May, looked even better than usual. Beauty, Liberty and Branner were well represented. The caroaiion display, while not large, was interesting, but Craig's Adonisseemedtobethecenter of attraction. H. A. Dreer staged a collection of plants surmounted by the now familiar Pandanui Sanderii. John Westcott and John Gaynor, gardener to John Wana- loam (not New Haven loam). I may here add that the manure used was from the horse bam. I never was a believer in cow manure for pot culture and I have yet to find its superiority over horse manure for any purpose save In a light sandy or gravely garden or field. During September and October the plants grew very rapidly, soon forming dense growth, and by the end of October were good salable plants. I do not find any more difficulty in growing Lorraine than any other begonia. No begonia will thrive in a stagnated soil or a stag- nated atmosphere; therefore the plants mult be carefully watered and ventilated, especially during the winter. Lorraine will bear more light than any begonia I know of under glass. My experience is that it is well suited in a night temper- ature ol about .'JS", and our house that they were flowering in was more fre- quently 50° at night, after cold weather set in. The plants did not receive liquid manure more than once, that at tbe end of - ^ V ,^^*#^;1^*.^1PKA mm^iKeiftstii^y-'-'' trr* liii" f'Pifr " tt^m r^imn b^^^-^iPKr-^ . . m^ ■|'^^« m^ *7. ^ J ■mS E^^«r- 4^ ♦ii %:^mk:^i & m^% ^VifJ^^n^R^H mS^ ^ ^ |; *f^ j ^Hi SIX PRIZE GERANIUMS AT PHILADELPHIA SPRING SHOW. igo2. The American Florist. 361 maker, had each very attractive groups, the one from Mr. Gaynor being well set ofi with an interesting collection of flow- ering plants. Geraniums from Wm. Robertson, gardener to J. W. Pepper, were well done and were really one of the features of the show. Amaryllises from John Thatcher were in the usual well furnished style. Mr. Thatcher is now working on a number of new seedlings which are being anxiously looked forward to. Robert Kift had a large bunch of cut Harrisii, and also had Easter baskets and window decorations. Rhododendrons, aza'eas, spiraeas, cinera- rias, genistas, roses, polyanthuses and pansies were all represented. A fine vase of Barberton daisy from A. Herrington, and a table of hardy plants in bloom, such as doronicnms, primulas and irises were also from Dreer. A full line of greenhouse vegetables were shown by John McCleary and Wm. Robertson. Two specimen ferns from Thomas Long, gardener to G. W. C. Drexel, Bryn Mawr, were grand and much admired. They were Goniophlebiumsubauriculatum and Adiantum decorum. Francis Canning. The New Single Violet Dorsett. P. H. Dorsett, of Garrett Park, Md., who has been very successful with vio- lets for the past eight years, has sold his place to David Bisset, late foreman for J, R. Freeman. Mr. Dorsett has made arrangements to disseminate his new violet, to which he has given close atten- tion for the past six years. This variety is a very valuable one, not only on account of its flowers but a'so for the very fine foliage, the yield of flowers and foliage being enormous. An average of eighty-one flowers have been picked from each plant thus far this season, and at the same time two fair sized houses of it have supplied enough leaves for all the other violet flowers picked, without in any way interfering with the health of the plants. The flowers have a deli- ciously delicate perfume, are rich, dark purple and sell as well as any o+her single variety. Nothing is known of the origin of this variety beyond that it was found growing in a semi-wild state in two gar- dens of the south, but in widely difierent localities. It is probably a hybrid between Viola odorata and one of the native species, probablv Viola papilion- acea. ' P. G. Notes on Aquatics. It ii most gratifying to note that with the onward march of prosperity, horti- culture keeps abreast of the times. There is an increasing demand for flowers, Slants and trees in all lines and for a igher grade of goods. There is, too, a very great demand for hardy plants, perennials, herbaceous plants, old-fash- ioned, or whatever these hardy plants may be called. The demand for this class of plants only confirms the fact that there is more care taken, more thought given to the home garden, where tender exotics are not considered indis- pensable to make a garden attractive and inviting. This demand will continue to grow with an ever increasing love of nature and nature's gardens and flowers. The home garden, of the cottage as well as the mansion, is receivinggreater atten- tion, and homes, too, witnout gardens are decorated with plants and flowers, not only at festivities of royalty, but on every-day occasions. Flowers also find their way to the sick chamber and hos- pital, carrying health, brightness, cheer- THE DORSETT VIOLET. fulness, pleasure and much more to the sick. Let us, and especially those that are sick and unable to visit nature's gar- dens, have more of them. It is a pleasure to note the increasing numbers of rural homes under construc- tion and the improvements ot old ones, the delights of country life and the ten- dency toward natural gardening. The landscape is not complete without water and where there is water surely there ought to be something in the way of water gardening, and where the garden is limited water gardening may be had in miniature. To a lover of flowers all are lovely, but all flowers have their sea- son, some sadly too short and others not in place at all times. But of water lilies it may be said none come too soon, none stay too late. They are with us as soon as winter's chilly blast is o'er, and they are still with us till winter comes again. Spring, long anticipated and delayed, is here again and preparations are made or being made for the season's planting, so 1 there is activity all along the line. While it is most gratifying to realize an ever increasing demand for aquatic plants it Is particularly noticeable that there is little change in this line in our public parks, certainly not the progress we might expect. There are different styles of water gardening and some fine examples are seen, and fine specimens of flowers, but where is there a model water garden to be seen today? Facili- ties plenty, material abundant, our pub- lic men are too much engrossed in busi- ness, politics or what not and too nig- gardly to make appropriation sufficient for an enterprising man to carry out any elaborate style of gardening. I know a case where a progressive superintendent has been working four or five years to construct a water garden and who has nearly accomplished his object but has no funds to purchase stock but would gladly exchange other stock that he may the sooner attain his desired and long looked for water garden. There may be others working under similar difficulties, but it ought not to be so. 362 The American Florist. Mar. 2g On the other hand many are construct- ing ponds, building aquatic honses, ponds or pools adjacent to buildings. These must conform to architectural designs and are consequently formal, stifl, unnatural, unsuitable in more ways than one; sometimes too deep, at other times too shallow, and in most cases too small. Yet under these conditions success is expected, however great the difficulty. It has been our desire, and we have endeavored to remedy this error in con- struction by inviting all persons intend- ing planting aquatics to write us giving particulars of the proposed pond and so forth, and we gladly offer practical sug- gestions as to construction, selection of plants and any other information, yet in most cases the pool or fountain basin or pond is made and all ready to plant and in many cases very inadequate for the plants intended to be grown. Water lilies or nymphaeas are very strong and attractive flowers, but there is a great difference between the hardy and tender varieties in growth, size of flower and foliage, and to the ordinary observer the largest flowers and the most attractive colors make the keenest impression. These are undoubtedly the tender or tropical varieties, and should these plants have a name attached to have more natural ponds and surround- ing and not attempt too much on a limited area, but select suitable varie- ties in each case and if certain varieties are desired see that adequate means art allowed for perfect development. The culture of these plants Is better understood to-day than ever before, and for those desirous of obtaining knowledge in this line there are books, pamphlets, cultural notes and so forth. To those who may propose growing these charm- ing and most fascinating flowers I would say devote all available space and if the space is limited to a few hundred square feet do not attempt to grow everything, but select suitable varieties that are most likely to give the beet results. Do not plant too soon. Hardy varieties may be planted as soon as vegetation Is quite active and flowering shrubs are in blos- som. They may also be planted any time during the growing season, right to the end of August, but at this late date they will only establish themselves, but will be In excellent condition to start quite early the following spring. Do not plant nelumbiums before warm, settled weather is assured, which is usually May, but no date can be stated for general guidance over so vast an area. Conditions must guide in all cases V i .^' ' ^^S MMI sJBSS. "" ^^W9V* lEI^Sflb^^HflEL^'*^ 4^F1C^^^ L '"3^ -c-'., --ft H ^ k FRONDS OF NEPHROLEPI8 EXALTATA PIER80NI. them it is very likely such varieties might be added to the list another season with- out consideration as to their fitness for the desired place or purpose. The trouble is that few of us realize what tropical vegetation is and do not give the plants a chance to grow or to develop their true character. Let all get closer to nature. and what is just right for one class of plants may be altogether wrong for another. Tender or tropical varieties should not be planted till early summer and the water is warm, the season vary- ing with locality from the middle of May to the first week in June. Wm, Thicker. Nephrolcpis Exaltata Picrsoni. We have on several occasions referred to a new nephrolepis which has been attracting considerable attention for some time past at the establishment of the F. R. Pierson Company, Tarrj-town, N. Y., and it affords ns Dleasure to pre- sent herewith an illustration of the fronds, although it must be confessed that the photograph from which the halftone is prepared does them but scant justice. Wc are indebted to Mr. Pierson for the following particulars regarding the plant. The fronds to which he refers arrived in excellent condition. They are very beautiful and quite distinct from anything we have seen in this line: "It originated with us here three years ago, and was a sport from the Boston fern, showing the tendency to divide the pinnae. The plant was carefully watched, and it has developed into this wonderful variation. As yoii will see from the fronds which I send, the pinnae of the main frond subdivides, making a perfect miniature frond and producing a most graceful and beautiful effect. The group of three fronds gives a very good idea of the mossiness of the fronds, but yon really would have to see a plant to appreciate the value of the variety. "Tiie fronds grow broad and heavy, and they increase in beauty as they develop. On accountof the weight of the foliage, the plant assumes a much more graceful appearance than the Boston fern, and owing to the fullness of the fronds, even small plants are well fur- nished, making much more symmetrical and beautiful plants than the Boston fern. The divided pinnae of the miniature side fronds keep growing constantly, and as they become developed they show a tendency to hang down, which greatly enhances the beauty of the plant. The fronds also show two distinct shades of green, the ends being of a lighter green, while the center and main part of the fronds show a dark, rich shade, produc- ing a very beautiful effect. Quite a num- ber of people have remarked upon the beauty of the plant on account of its showing the two shades of green. "It is exactly like the Boston fern in all its characteristics, so far as growth, hardiness and general adaptability are concerned — in fact, ai it is a sport from the Boston fern, it hat its free-grow- ing, hardy characteristics, but, as you will see, the Boston fern is not to be com- pared with it for eflect, as it is a distinct thing. As some one has expressed it, there is no fern like it in cultivation. Everyone who has seen it is charmed with it. It is one of those novelties that speaks for itself. It is a novelty of a life- time, we think. We consider it the most valuable novelty in the new plant line that has been introduced in many years, not only on account of its individuality and beauty, but on account of the fact that it appeals to everyone — people who grow house plants and florists who grow plants for sale, and it is a magnificent plant for greenhouse and conservatory decoration— in fact, it is a plant that appeals to everyone, and on that account we consider it the more valuable, because it should find a market wherever the Boston fern has been sold, and It will practically drive that variety out, as it is so much more beautiful. "We expect to send it out in the spring ofT.)03. I hope that the fronds which 1 send you by express will reach you in good shape, and if they do, they will give you a better idea of the plant and its value than any description that 1 can give you by letter." igo2. The American Florist. 363 It may be added that this striking new fern was awarded the Massachusetts Horticultural Society's gold medal last week. Boston. BASTBR WBEK FINDS EVERYONE WITH OCCUPATIOK FOR EVERY FACULTY.— PLANTS OUT OF GROWERS HANDS.— RETAILERS EXPECT BIG BUSINESS IN THAT LINE. — PROSPECTS GOOD FOR CUT FLOWER INDUSTRY. — ADVICE TO BULB FORCERS — LAST DAY OF SPRING SHOW. —VARIOUS NOTES. This is the week of all the weeks in the year when the commercial florist feels the necessity, every minute, of "ahead to contrive, a tongne to persuade and a hand to execute" and he is far behind the procession if he does not feel that he could find a steady job for ten heads with the regulationequipment of tongues and hands. On all sides the unmistak- able evidences of big business are seen even now, several days before Easter Saturday dawns. To buy a load of good plants in bloom is out of the question, so the plant growers tell us, sighing over the fact that they have not half a dozen more houses of Easter stock and mentally resolving that by the time next Easter comes around the half a dozen more houses will have materialized, no matter what the glass costs. The cut flower men are equally hopeful and indulging in visions of empty cellars and denuded plants. We hope that their anticipations will prove correct and their hopes be real- ized and there is a fair chance that they will be if the weather should be propiti- ous, for there does not seem to be a very unwieldy crop in sight. Should the last days of the week be like the beginning, gloriously bright and spring-like, then just look for the best and biggest Easter that ever made Boston florists happy. Of liUes.it is said by the enthusiasts, there are not enough to last beyond Thursday and they point in proof of their position to the thousands upon thousands of lihes thrown out as worthless, all of which, it is assumed, the market would have easily digested. But by the time these lines have reached their readers we shall know all about it. And now, while the subject is warm, make your bulb supply man give a guarantee that the lilies he sells you for next year shall have been allowed to stay in the ground until thoroughly ripened and absolve him from any criti- cism should he get them to you a month later than this year in consequence. Evi- dently in the matter of Easter lilies "haste makes waste," and very wasteful waste at that. No efl'ort is being made this year to separate the longiflorums from the Harrisii and a lily's value depends upon its perfection regardless of which section it belongs to. The middle of the week sees some very care worn-looking roses coming in to the wholesale mark- ets. Undoubtedly they have been in the "cooler" for some time. If this sort of material should be much in evidence at Easter it will be another straw on the back of the much-abused Easter flower trade. The third day of the spring exhibition brought out an unusually fine displav of violets from Norris F. Comley, Wm. Sim and Col. Pfafl. Mi. Comley's collection was very complete, taking first for Campbell, M. Louise, Neapolitan and second for Imperial and La France. Mr. Sim received first prize for Princess. Other awards not recorded in our report of last week were made, to Harvard Botanic Gardens certificate for Richardia J /■ ' g . -dt k/A ( ^ ^ ■ 1 I': -'2 k y w W^i -" liH f »-.. *. ii ' 1 Sk % li '^mm Ik ^ I <-, / 7 ^^m 1 \ i - i ' ' '. ^ ^ m NEPHROLEPI8 EXALTATA PIERSONJ. (Awarded gold medal at the spring exhibibitiou of the Massachusetts Horticultural Society.) Pentlandii; to W. P. Winsor, Peter Mur- ray, gardener, a certificate for the beau- tiful Ccelogyne pandurata; to M. H. Walsh honorable mention for rambler rosea Fairy Queen, La Fiemetta and Miss Simplicity, and to R. & j. Farqa- har & Co., honorable mention for Shiz- anthus Wiestoniensis. Miss E. J. Clark showed a fine vase of Prosperity and Olympia carnations, N. F. Comley a collection of camellia blooms, E. E. Riley hybrid primulas, and in the class for vase oflOOcarnations J.S.Bailey was first and Peter B. Bradley second. F. J. Rea showed a plant of CEnothera speciosa rosea. Lilies and azaleas were conspicu- ously absent. The cold weather at the time of opening the show may have been partially responsible. The attendance on Sunday was quite large. The first session of the hearing before the committee of Metropolitan affairs on the question of the consolidation of the public groundi department, with the park department, which took place on March 24, was attended by an immense throng, the largest committee room in the State House being filled to suffocation and hundreds besides were turned away because there was no room for them. George T. Powell, director of the school of practical horticulture at Briar- cliff Manor, N. Y. , delivered a lecture before the Twentieth Century Club on March 1 9, on "The relation of education to the future development of agriculture and country life." He advised a more general adop- tion of nature study in the public schools. Messrs. Bryan Lathrop and O. C. Simonds, of Chicago, are in Boston gathering information relative to the public play grounds. Chicago will spend two and a half million dollars on a sim- ilar system. On Thursday evening and Friday March 27 and 28 occurred the annual session of the executive committee of the Associa- tion of New England Park Superinten- dents. The visitors were the guests of the Horticultural Club of Boston, at the Quincy House, on Thursday evening. On Wednesday evening, March 19, Messrs. Jas. and John Farqnhar pre- sented their lecture on the Hawaiian Islands before the Houghton Horticul- tural Society at Lynn, the occasion being the annual dinner of that prosperous amateur organization. Wm. Scott, of Buffalo, was a visitor this week and his time was spent visiting some of the floral establishments in the suburbs which were then at their best, in their Easter dress, and the proprietors of which are among Mr. Scott's old and very warm friends. The opening spring sale at McCarthy's auction rooms will be held on Friday, April 4, at 9:30 a. m. A fine lot of orna- mental stock will be offered. Visitors, S. C. Nash, Clifton, N. J.; John Wilson, Burlington, Vt.; E. J. Harmon, Portland, Me.; Henry J. Haas, Newport, R.I. Denver. EASTER TRADE PROMISES TO BE BIG. — LARGE SUPPLIES IN THE PLANT LINE.— LIKELIHOOD OF FEW SHORTAGES IN CUT FLOWERS. Everything points to a good Easter trade. Stock in plants is not over abundant, still I think it will be a grand hustle to clean up the market. Good lilies are scarce, only about half as many as last year being in. Prices have advanced owing to this and $4 per dozen flowers and buds is being asked. Good Ramblers are to be seen, as well as hardy roses. Rhododendrons are good and will 364 The American Florist. Mar. 2g. probably take well. Not as many azaleas are noticed as last year, but the quality is good and will, I think, fetch better prices. Spirseas are plentiful, as is bulb- ous stock. I expect quite a trade will be done in made up baskets, which are pop- ular and seem to outsell everything else. In cut flowers the supply will fill all orders, with possibly the exception of Beauties and Liberties. Tea roses are good, both in quality and quantity. Car- nations also show up in good quantities with quality very good. Violets will have a good run and as there are plenty around there will be no worry about them. The weather looks favorable so far and nnless we have a very sudden change we will go through a hard but pleasant vreek. B. Chicago. EASTER WHOLESALE BUSINESS VERY LARGE BCT NOT MUCH AHEAD OF A YEAR AGO. — STOCK PROVES PLENTIFUL IN MOST LINES. — BIG CROPS AT HAND. — LAWSON CARNATION BADLY SPLIT. — A VARIETY OF LOCAL NOTES. Writing on Friday, in the midst of the Easter rush, it seems unlikely that the season's business will largely exceed that of the splendid Easter of a year ago, although all the shipping houses have their hands so full that it is not yet pos- sible to tell just where they are at. It is reported that a large inquiry has been made for cheap goods and that, while there are in the market many very large orders for high grade material, many of the buyers are setting their own prices and demanding nothing but good stock at lowest quoted figures. This, of course, operates to the distraction of the shipper and the close of the shipping business may see many of these orders unfilled, but there is every indication that in most lines there will be ample stock to meet reasonable requirements. The high price at which good lilies are held has operated to cut down the orders for this specialty to a point where it is probable that most of the demands can be satisfied. There may develop a shortage of first- class roses but, before the smoke has cleared away from the scene of action, it appears that there are carnations more than enough to meet requirements, although late buyingmayconsumeevery- thing in sight. Monday morning found a icarciety of material in the market, for it was a good shipping day, but Tuesday saw a glut, which was worse on Wednes- day, before the Easter shipping fairly began. Then things moved lively for a time. The receipts have been tremend- ouilv heavy in many lines, particularly long' Beauties and carnations. The cuts seem to be iust coming on with most of the growers and the favorable weather has operated to greatly increase the sup- ply. While business promises to be brisk immediately following Easter, with the usual large demand from all over the country for wedding material, the cuts for the next few weeks will be very heavy here and exacting indeed must be the requirements which cannot be met in this market. The usual meeting of the Florists' Club was held March 26, but owing to Tvaster trade preparations there was only a quorum present. The secretary was instructed not to notify members of the meeting of April 9 as that date immedi- ately follows the second grand annual entertainment and ball to be given under the auspices of the club at the Masonic Temple, April 8, so that the first April meeting will not take place. Charles Anderson has promised a paper for the second meeting, April 23. Weiland & Risch are growintr nearly five houses of the Mrs. Lawson carnation and are having a tremendous cut of as fine flowers as this variety ever produced, but they are finding the greatest fault of the sort to be its propensity to split the calyxes. They say that ftilly one-half and probably two-thirds of the blooms are split, despite their most careful eSorts at growing. On an active market the split stock moves at half the price of the perfect blooms, but on a dull market it will not go at all. The Chicago Carnation Company's new addition will amount to 40,000 feet of glass, the houses being detached and constructed with Garland's plates. E. E. Pieser says that the number of ferns this market consumed for Easter is something phenomenal, running into the many hundreds of thousands. Wittbolds have a number of plants of Dreer's new fern, Cibotium Schiedei, and think highly of it. The Kennicott Brothers Company sold 3,000 bunches of violets in one order Monday. The grower who pickled for Easter certainly got the worst of it. Visitors: John Boehner, Dayton, O.; F. A. Belt, Sterling, 111.; Thos. S. Pritchard, of A. Wiegand & Son, and A. Billingsly, of Indianapolis; E. G. Hill and J. A. Evans, of Richmond; Geo.Souster, Elgin, 111. New York. APPROACH OF EASTER BRINGS PERIOD OF QUIET. — BIG RUSH LOOKED FOR ON DAT PRECEDING FESTIVAL — RECEIPTS TOO HEAVY TO PERMIT OF ANY CONSIDER- ABLE INCREASE OF VALUES.— THE LILY SITUAUION. — VARIOUS NOTES. The proximity of Easter seems to make no appreciable impression on the cut flower market, unless it be that the dull- ness that usually precedes a holiday is as pronounced as ever and little excite- ment is looked for until Saturday, when, if the weather holds good, things ought to be pretty lively. Last Saturday, the day before Palm Snnday,8awa nice little spurt in business, which was brisk while it lasted, and very welcome to all con- cerned. There is no marked curtailment of shipments this week and receipts of flowers of all sorts, tulips excepted, are more than enough to supply all demands. Carnations, alone, have scored an advance in value over last week but they are by no means scarce. In roses the influence of the warm weather appears in the heavier receipts of Ameri- can Beauty, the liberal supply frustrating thus far any movement towards enhanc- ing the prices. Pink roses, as a rule, have a faded appearance. Without stronger proof it will be only fair to attribute this for the present to the weather rather than to any dis- position on the part of growers to hold them back for a rise in the market. It seems to be generally accepted that no advance of any account may be expected. Values on roses have held unusually well since New Year's. Of course there have been occasions when the prices were so small that even John- nie Weir had to put on glasses to see them, but these cases were not continu- ous for any length of time and nothing to compare with the slumps of recent years has been experienced. Brunners are not in heavy supply, although they are usually quite a factor in the Easter cut flower market, but Jacqs seem to be coming along fast and the quality is generally good. The story of the cut lily market will depend mainly on the disposition of the plants. If these are cleared out early there will no doubt be a livtly demand for blooms, but at present writing buyers seem in no haste to secure a supply and the feeling that there will not be enough to fill all requirements is not so strong as it was, though the product Is light in comparison with what it would have been had all the bulbs flowered. Indica- tions are for a lighter supply of violets than was anticipated, but the demand is very light also and low prices are sure to prevail. Lily of the valley is again over-plentiful. A cable dispatch from London on Mon- day, March 17, announced to Alfred Dimmock, Sander & Co.'s American rep- resentative, the sad news of the death of his little daughter, aged two years. This is the second one of Mr. Dimmock's children to die during his absence from home. Thos. W. Weathered's Sons have secured the contract to erect a fine car- nation house for Jos. Fuller, Leominster, Mass., size 32x200 feet. A. Herrmann has had his place fitted out completely with electric lights. Milwaukee. GENERALLY SATISFACTORY CONDITION OF TRADE SHOWN BY RECORDS OF COM- MISSION DEALERS. — TREND OF THE TIMES. — GROWER HAS A FINE RANGE. — A NOVEL DECORATION. The condition of the flower market is quite satisfactory, although of course there are always some grumblers. The general pulse of the flower trade is most easily gauged at a general commission house like that of Holton & Hnnkel, where growers from both local and out- side territory consign their output to supply the demand of all classes. The gross amount handled each week or month compared to the corresponding time of ayear or two years previous tells a very interesting story. But these market reports do not inform you that older established firms which attempt to supply their stores from greenhouses managed by themselves are being crowded. Within the past three years three have sold out their stores, one more makes the change this spring and one of the principal west-siders is thinking seri- ously of following suit. When a store- keeper can twice a day look over the output of many growers and take his pick at prices gauged to supply and demand, he can cater to the public better than if he is chained to the product of one establishment. No ordinaryconcern can grow well all that a retail store may re(|uire. A new feature here will be watched with interest. The C. C. Pollworth Com- pany is doing a general wholesale com- mission business and has put up one of the largest plants of the season, certainly the largest plant in this state growing roses exclusively. The place was completed too late in the fall to be (|uite up to time for winter stock but at present the new spring growth is making a beautiful showing. The plant consists of six houses, each 23x25G feet, filled with Bride, Rridesmal. Spucliil Htti'Mtit>n to shi[)piDir orders. A com plrlu lini' of Klrjrist"' iii'i'ils, Srnd lor price 111'.. Prompt relurub on nil corisiLMimiMiis. 128 N. Sixth St. MINNEAPOLIS. MINN. Galax Leaves,Etc. Choice Bronze und Oreen, medium size | .50 Choice BroD7.s and Green, large size 66 Choice Leucothoe Spruys 8.00 Choice Fancy and Dagger Ferns 75 Choice UhododendroQ Leaves 60 Ivho(loiInn5 firsts 20 Queen of Edgely, extra " '■ " firsts — Carnations 3 Lily of the valley 4 Asparagus 25 Smilax 12. BniTALO, Mar. 27. Roses, Beauty 7 " Bride, Bridesmaid, Meteor 6 Carnations 1 Violets Lily of the valley 3 Smilax 15 Adiantum 1 .00@60.00 .a0@25.00 .00® 8.00 .00® 8.00 .00®I6.00 00® 3 50 .00® B 00 .00® 4.00 .15® HO .00@12.00 ,00(" 3.00 .5C@ 2.00 50® 3.00 .00® 2.00 .00® 3.00 .00@10.00 .50® 1.00 .00® 20. 00 .00@10.00 .00®15.00 .00® 60. 00 .oo®4o.oa 76.00 25.00 .00® 8.00 .00® 5.00 00@50.00 00@16.00 00@35.00 00@13.50 50® 4 00 50® 1.00 00® 4.00 oo@20.oe 00® 1.60 Give Us a Trial. We Can Please You Roses, Carnations and all kinds of Seasonable Flowers In stock. WU r If ICTINR Wholesale Com- fffnii ■• IVHw I lllUi mission Florist, 481 Washington St . Buffalo. N. V. Dealer in Florists' Supplies and Wire Designs. Open Dav and Night. Gut Harrisii Lilies. I am growing the largest batch of lilies in New England. Have over 50,000 Harrisii besides plenty of Japans for Easter. Can supply blooms all the time from now till spring. Can fill orders lor any quantity at an hour's notice. H. N. EATON, 'Phone Connection. SO. SUDBURY, MASS. MARKETING for flowers is a pleasure if done at the Headquarters of ihe NEW YORK GUT FLOWER GO. Here is the choicest stc-k of the most omineut growers, fresh every morning and in full variety. Goods seleutpd and shipped to any part of the country. Always rooiu for growers looking for an outlet for good out Mowrr stork, DAILY REPORTS. WE* KLY PAYMENTS. CAi F«DnftM« / M * 07 West 26th St., SALESROOMS I ilEH, YORK CITY. Telephonbr; 2239 Madison Sq. 203* Madison Sq. A. MILLANG, Mamasvb. EUGENE BERNHEIMER Wholesale Florist, Philadelphia. Phone 14^69 A, 1604 Ladlow St., CONSIGNMENTS OF ROSES SOLICITED. AMERICAN nORIST ADS ALWAYS DO BISINESS Woek days and every day, Sundays and holidhya, ALL OVER THE COUNTRY^ AT NOME AND ABROAD. American Beauties. Carnations. Valley. LEO. NIESSEN, Wholesale Florist, N. W. Gor. Filbert &, 13th St., PiiJiadelphia. igol The a mer i ca n Fl orist. 371 Note the Smile ot Satistaction U/hon *''* consignor reads his returns Crnm If Hull the buyer opens a box of flowers rlUIII WHOLESALE COMnilS- SION FLORIST. JOHN I. RAYNOR, 49 W. 28tll St , NEW YORK. Telephone 1998 Madison Square YOUNG & NUGENT WHOLESALE FLORISTS IIew^Vork^""*' Are shipping the nnest Roses, Carnations, Valley, Orchids, Novelties, in the New York Mariet. -Price List to Applicants. TELEPHONE ZOOS MADISON SQUARE. Walter F. Sheridan, Wholesale Florist, Telephone 902 Madison S(inare. 39 West 28th St.. NEW YORK. Telephone Noa. 2239 and 2034 Madison Square. MOORE, HENTZ & NASH Wholesale Commission Florists, 65 and 57 West 26th St., NEW YORK CITY. Adjoining New York Cut Flower Co. salesroom. Finest Salesroom in the Trade. Inspection Invited. All business, selling or shipping, strictly commission. ufuni CCA! r WILLIAM GHORMLEY, pniiniiQeinij W nijl r All I I* RECEIVtR AND SHIPPER Of FRESH CtT FLOWERS. DAILY STOCK 0' ALL IjlJ III III I UU I U ll II IIUkbVflklB THE CHOICEST VARIETIES FROM BEST GROWERS WHO SHIP 10 NEW YORK. *•'*■ W*# W ORCHIDS, ROSES, CARNATIONS, VALLEY. Largest receiver of VIOLETS in America ^ Talsphona 2200 Madison Square, B7 WEST 28th STREET, NEW YORK CITY. I t JOHN YOUNG Special American Beauties, Surpassing Carnations, Violets, Lily of the Valley, Orchids, and all Seasonable Flowers. ftl Weit 28th St., NEW TOKK. Tel. 1905 Madison Sq. THE RECOGNIZED HEADQUARTERS IN NEW YORK CITV FOR Choice Carnations. Selected Roses. Traendly & Sclienck NEV YORK OTY, 38 W. 28th Street, Cut flower Exchange. New Telephone No. 798 Telbphonb 939 Madi. ...GEO. M. KELLOGG... Largest Grower^o,.. Q^^ FloWerS Give us an order and we will please you. Our Greenhouses at PLEASANT HILL. MO. Our Store. 906 Grand Ave.. KANSAS CITY, MO. ^^LONG DIBTANCE 'PHONE AT EITHER PLACE. Now in Season : FREESIAS, DAFFODILS. TULIPS LILAC. SWEET PEAS and ACACIA. EDW. C. HORAN. 4.7 WEST 28th ST.. NEW YORK. Cyj FLOWERS AI WHOLESALE. Tel. 421 M&diion Square, All Roses, Violets 372 The American Florist. Mar. 2g, The ^BEt) TMtiB. AMERICAN SEED TRADE ASSOCIATION. J. E. NOBTKRUT, Prea.; S. F. Leonard, Vice- PreB.; S. P. Willard, Wethersfleld, Conn., Seo'y ftnd Treas. Twentieth annual convention. Twin Cities, Uinn., June, 1902. Visited Chicago.— John Lewis Childs, Floral Park, N. y.,enroute to California. It is reported that English pea growers are soliciting contracts from American seedsmen. New York. — P.J. Van Heiningen is in the city tn the interests ot J. Van Reisen & Son, Haarlem, and P. Loef Az. & Co., Boskoop, Holland. A LIST of the "American Varieties of Peppers," by W. W. Tracy, has been issued by the Department ol Agriculture. It will be useful to seedsmen and growers. W. F. Jaggers, of Westhampton, Long Island, just returned from Bermuda, reports lilies looking very well, though late. StepheHS Bros ' stock showed most and earliest flowers at that time. La Crosse, Wis —One of the largest timber deals ever consummated here was closed March 22, when Henry A. Salzer purchased half a billion feet of standing timber located in the state of Oregon. Alfalfa is attracting constantly increasing attention as a fodder crop for the bottom lands in Iowa. Twenty pounds are sown to the acre and it should not be pastured the first season. After- ward two good crops can be grown each year. D. M. Ferry has purchased a twenty- acre tract ot land adjoining the athletic field of the University of Michigan and deeded it to the big Ann Arbor school. It it said to be one of the most valuable individual donations the University has ever received. Five sturdy Hollanders, who looked more like army officers than peaceful gardeners, but who claimed to be bulb growers, says the New York Sun, spent the latter part of a night in the police station for seeing New York by lamp- light. The judge next morning let them ofi with a reprimand. The State of Trade. Iowa Seed Company, Des Moines, la. — Advertising is bringing good returns this season. W. W. Rawson & Company, Boston. — So far we think our mail and counter trade shows a decided increase over that of last year. Livingston Seed Company, Columbns, O. — We were quite late with our cata- logue this season and they were nearly all mailed out at the same time. This fact, together with the very mild weather we have had for the past two weeks, has given us a rush of orders, just at this time. We have not had time to make any comparisons with previous years. Our impression, however, is that the sea- son, as a whole, will be a very successful one. L. L. May & Co., St. Paul.— Catalogue mail trade showed an increase lor Janu- ary of sixty per cent over last year, for February eight per cent increase and so far in March about twenty per cent. The extremely mild weather in March may account for part of the increase but this is partially offset at least by the smaller number of books sent out. At the pres- ent rate the season should show from twenty to twenty-five per cent increase in sales. It is too early to say much about counter sales in this section, as they do not begin until April. More Bid Lily Bulbs. "NO BOTS AT ALL." Seedsmen and bulb importers generally are well burdened with complaints on lilies forced the past winter. We have been favored with a copy of a quaint but forcible one, which we give verbatim below: I am not aatisfeit with *liem Bulbs you send me last Fall Special them Easter Lillie. I kan not get one in Blum the only a bot 3 lushes heih and m«-stU no Bota at all if the thos Blum, that bin about .Tuly. I Bald yoa for 35 eood Bulbt (Ber- muda Longi's) that would du me more good nau than 1000 from the oder one (Jap. Longi's) you dit send me 85 but the not worth a cent. I tell you if you dont macfc them Lillies good, what I mean if you dont send me a Box of Easter Lillia I not take a oder Bulb or Seed from you. Easter is time for a Florist wher hie oht tu raak of you Dollar na i I set hier with nothing, you know that I hop I hear from you so soon as pos- sible all I want to know yu send me a Box Llllles Of not. Baumgartnbb. Alleged Cross Between Bean and Pea. W. Smythe sends us two seeds of a dwarf bean (phaseolus), and one seed of an alleged cross between the bean and a pea (pisnm). We must not say that such a bi-generic cross is beyond the range of possibility, but the probabilities are that some oversight has occurred. In any case the supposed hybrid seed is very curious. The seeds of the bean are about 12 mill, long, 8 mill, wide, compressed from side to side, oblong, obtuse at both ends. slightly kidney-shaped, chestnut-brown, shining, with a white, oblong, roundish scar or hilum, about 4 mill, long, partly surrouHded by a black'sh ring. The alleged hybrid seed is 11 mill, long, 9 mill, lat., greenish-yellow, oblong-ovoid, obtuse at each end. neither flattened nor kidney-shaped. The hilum is white, oblong, not surrounded by a deeper- colored ring — Gardener's Chronicle. Hot Water Core for Bulb Mites. G. S. Saunders, in reporting upon the richardia corms sent to a meeting ol the Royal Horticultural Society's scientific committee, says that the corms were attacked hy one of the "bulb mites", probably Rhizoglphus echinopus; it is a very difficult pest to deal with. Water at a temperatuie of 115° Fah. will kill them. I should add four ounces of sul- phide of potassium to every quart of water and allow the bulbs to remain in the mixture for ten minutes or a qsarter of an hour. I do not imagine it would injure them in any way, the injury does not seem to have gone very far below the surface, so that it might be well to cut out the injured portion before putting them into the warm water. I should be very careful not to allow any of the earth in which such plants were grown to get upon the potting-bench, or any uncontaminated soil. — Gardener's Magazine. Floral Park, N. Y —Jerome J. Leahy, with J. R. Fuller & Co., has been seri- ously ill for several weeks. Double Eii-elsior Pearl, No. 3, 60e per lOO; 14.50 per lOOO. nUIUCCC nnilDI C DICnilllC Exceptionally ane routs, with S ana 4 string eyes, all UnlllCdC UIIUDLC rACUnlAa colors mixed, perdoz., $1; $d per 100; $55 per tlOJ. CYCAS STEMS, (SAGO PALM), 10 lbs., $1.00; 25 lbs., $2.00; 100 lbs., I8.0O. Johnson & Stokes. '" '" ''' Market St., Philadelphia, Pa. Import Freight Agents Delaware, Lackawanna & Western Railroad Co. at New VorK, N. Y. E^i^E^iso^v-. Ejooivoajne-.. r>is¥>.^aroK. F. B. VANDEGRIFT & CO,, Publishers of Vandegrift's United States Tariff. Customs Brokers and Forwarders. Foreign Express, Export and Insurance Brokers. MFU/ VnOI/ Oflice. 66 Beaver street I A. 6. C. Code Used I p||||>i/ The Nursery Tr^i^b. AM. ASSOCIATION OF NURSERYMEN. R. C. Berckmans, Pres.; R. J. CoE, Vicc-Pres. GsoBes C. Seabek. Rochester. N. Y., Seo'y. Twenty- Beventb annual convention, Milwaukee, Wia., June, 1902. Prof. T. L. Bcdd, formerly of the Iowa Agricultural College at Ames, is now at San Antonio, Tex. Irvin Ingeis, nurseryman, at La Fay- ette, III., is conducting a horticultural department in the News, published at Toulon, III. Among desirable lawn trees there are -few against which there is not a word to be said; one of these is the silver- leaved linden, Tiiia Europaea argentea. The Wichita Narsery Company, of Wichita, Kans., has booked an order for 10,000 fruit trees for the Pecos Valley Orchard Company, at Roswell, N. M. The greatest objection to the oak as a lawn or avenue tree is its reputed slow "growth, whichisalibel, for they keep pace with most other species. The demand is now well up to the supply. The Fremont County Fruit Growers' and Dealers' Association has been incor- porated at Canon City. Col., with cap- ital stock of $10,000. The president is John Dalziel and the secretary J. W.Work. The Age of Trees. It is stated in the Revue Horticole that a carefully conducted series of experi- ments has demonstrated that it is possi- ble to cause a branch of a tree or shrub to produce several rings in its wood in one season. It was found that checking the growth by pinching or shortening the branch resulted in the production of two rings in the wood instead oi one and that by careful timing of a repetition of the operation several rings could be pro- dncea in one season. As, however, the extra rings are produced only under spe- cial and abnormal conditions these vari- ations are not likely to occur commonly in nature and the method of determining the age of a large tree by counting the rings can be considered reasonablv accu- rate. New Eagland Park Superintendents. The executive eomraittee of the Asso- ciation of New England Park Superin- tendents met at Boston on Thursday, March 27, and stlected June 20 and 21 as the time of the next annual meeting of the society to be held at Boston. J. A. Pettigrew, H. E. Whiting and J. F. Shea were appointed a committee on arrangements. There were present Superintendents A. W. Smith, Portland; J. D. Fitts, Providence; Theodore Wirth, Hartford; W. H. Richardson, Concord, N. H.; H. E. Whiting, Cambridge; Wm. Jordan and G. E. Raymond, Portland park commissioners; also President J. A. Pettigrew, of Boston, and Secretary G. A. Parker, of Hartford. The party spent an enjojable evening as the guests at the dinner of the Boston Horticultural Club. Moth Traps. L. A. Goodman, secretary of the Mig- eouri State Horticultural Society, has rendered horticulture a substantial ser- vice in collecting and publishing the opinions of experts with regard to the moth traps placed upon the market and extravagantly lauded by the inventor some time ago. In a prefatory note Mr. Goodman says: "I have taken pains to get all the information possible on this subject so that there need be no further question as to its failure. Facts are what we want, and when our best scientists give us such an abundance of proof for their state- ments we should believe their conclusions. There seems to be no end to the proof here given that forthe orchardist or fruit grower, the moth traps are not only worthless, but really a detriment. We ought to learn from the experience of others and profit by it, and not go to the expense of all these experiments our- selves. I have given the names and words of our best entomologists, and the refutation of those who have either been misquoted or only partially quoted. We are sure that moth traps will not catch codling moth, curculios, gougers, flat or round-headed borers, peach borers, canker worm moth, and that they can never take the place of spraying. It is a waste of money to buy these 'traps,' and you should be convinced by the following list of names and experiments." Prof Lockhead, of the University of Ontario, Canada, states: "The inventor of this trap-lantern moth catcher boasts that he has sold over 40,000 during the past season. If all these were in opera- tion for four months, probably forty mil- lions of decidedly beneficial insects were captured and destroyed." Copies of the pamphlet can no doubt be had on application to Secretary L. A. Goodman, 4,000 Warwick boulevard, Kansas City, Mo. Kansas City. TRADE CONDITIONS VERY SATISFACTORY. — LENTEN SEASON A PROFITABLE ONE.— FINE PROSPECTS FOR AUTDMN SHOW. Trade conditions are very good here, there being an active demand through Lent, right up to the beginning of a splendid Easter business. Stock in general is looking good, but of course the local production of cut flowers is not anywhere equal to the demand and large supplies are being obtained from Chicago and other wholesale centers. In general, the experience of lily forcers here has been that of most of the other growers. A large propoiiiion of the bulbs failed to give the results which the growers had a right to expect. John Thorpe has been here from Chi- cago looking up flower show matters for November 3 to 10. He and Director General Taggart are very enthusiastic for the prospects of this year's show. Arrangements are being made whereby the cash premiums to be awarded will amount to $7,500 as against $-4-,30O last year. Mr. Thorpe says that all the growers from whom he has heard are with him in this matter, and that there will be no difficulty in getting all the exhibits necessary for the best show ever held in the country. Newark, O. GROWERS HAVE GOOD CDTS FOR EASTER BUT DEMAND PROMISES TO EXCEED StJP- PLY. — CATALOGUE AND WHOLESALE TRADE ALSO HEAVV. Although there is an abundance of stock in sight it is doubtful if it will suf- fice to go the rounds and Chicago is likely to be drawn upon, for carnations especially, for Easter. George L. Miller has his lilies in fine condition. His hya- cinths, tulips. Paper Whites and Von Sions are likewise choice. Carnations and roses look well, but there are not enough of either to meet the heavy demand. It is Mr. Miller's intention to increase his facilities for growing carnations. His catalogue or mail trade this season has been heavy, surpassinghismost sanguine expectations. Orders from Oklahoma, Indian Territory and New Mexico, as well as from nearer points, keep his staff quite busy. His wholesale trade has likewise increased in volume and, taken all in all, Mr. Miller. has all he can possi- bly attend to. At Baldwin's place things, as usual, look trim and well. Carnations and roses were never in finer condition and bulbous stock is all that could be desired. The Boston fern is one of Mr. Baldwin's specialties and these hegrows in quantity for the wholesale market, one of the largest houses on the place being given to their cultivation. Wittboldii is also grown in quantity and from the numer- ous inquiries and orders he is receiving, one may infer that this meritorious variety is becoming more »nd more pop- ular. Mr. Baldwin contemplates making some additions to his place this season. NOMIS. Marietta, O.— I. W. Smith reports Easter prospects fine. He has a good stock of lilies. Rhododendron Maximum IKalmia Latifolia The two best native Evergreen Shrubs for out-of-door ornamentation. Furnished by car load lots or in smaller quantities. Send for prices, also Special Rhododendron circulars. VINCA MINOR— 10,000 3-inch clumps for sale cheao. Fine lot of general nursery stock. EASTERN NURSERIES, m m Daw.on. wgr Jamaica Plain, Mass. Pin, Scarlet, Ked. White Willow- leaved, English and Tarkey, 4 to 10 feet. 10,000 100,000 Norway. Sugar, Svcamore and Silver Leaved, all sizes. ('ataloi.'ue ou appli'-'ation. ShuJ osiimHtc of wants for prices. THE WM. H. MOON CO.. Blenwood Nurssries. MORRISVILLE. PA. Ask for our SPRING TRADE LIST Of WOODY and HERBACEOUS PLANTS We make u Specially of such shrubs as Clethru Alnifoliii, Cornua Flornla. Gordonia Lasianlhus, Ilex Opai-a, I. Olabra. Myrica, Pyrus Arbutifolia. Vini-a, ftc, et'*. PINCnURST NURSERIES. PINEHURST, N. C. otto Katzenetein, Manager. Clematis. Stront; il'iUl-i^rowri, 2 and 3 year plants, 80o to S5a each; |I.OU per do/en. HP OnQCQ from 4-lnoh pots, own roots,, > r* nUOLO $t.uOdoz.:$luper1uO:l2kinds. PAEON'AS. (.'^oic«■ nnnn-d coiImMidii. Distioc.t- nanifd kindd iind colors, $I.f»0 i»er do/,,;|IO pfr 100. F. A. BULER, BLOOMINGTON, ILL jgo2. The American Florist. 375 Carnation Cuttings Violet Plants Wc arc in a position to supply strictly clean, healthy, well rooted Carnation Cuttings. AH the novelties and standard sorts. Whatever your wants, let us quote prices before you place an order. We can interest you. LADY C4MPBELL violets, sand rooted c's, $8 per 1000. SWANLEY WHITE violets, sand rooted c's, 10 per tCOO. LADY CAMPBELL plants from 2-in. pots, 25 per lOOO. SWANLEY V^niTE plants from 2-in. pots, 30 per tOOO. Remember that \^i|"^ WOTR ^^ "" Discount Any list you ever when it comes to »* v> TT V ^^^^ q^^ Own included. Write. KENNICOTT BROS. CO. WHOLESALE COMMISSION FLORISTS AND DEALERS IN ALL FLORISTS^ SUPPLIES K»anlUi""""ti"""""""""""""""g tjALAX. orGREEN | 75 rents per 1000, in 8000 lots or over; slngrla lOUU, Sl.OO. Also small Green Galax for Violets. & WILD SMILAX, I FO lb. case. SS-OC. 35 lb. case, $4.&l>. 2.S lb. case, $3.55. PALM LEAVES, SI. 50 and $1.03 per 100. FERN, Fancy, *>.00 per lOOO. FERN, Danger, $1.25 per 1000. L. J. KRESHOVER. 110-112 W. 27th Street, NEW YORK CITY. Telephone call, 597 Madison Square. HARRY A. BUNYARD, Mgr.. 38 West 28tll Street, NEW YORK. Telephone, 798-799 Madison Sq. SHADE TREES, Etc. Per lOO 1000' S-ugar llnple 8 to 9 ft., $10 Sugar Maple 6 to 7ft., 7 SCO- Sugar Maple 4to 5ft., 5 4n Sugar Maple 3to4ft., 3 25- Sugar Maple lHto2^rt., 2 15 'J'ulip Poplar (Liriodendron)... 6 io 8ft., 15 American Beech 4 to 6ft., 5 40 White Day Lily (F. Alba), crowns s Hemerocallis Dumortieri, earliest 2.50 Flava, mid-se)Son 2.53 Thunbergii, latest S.ro IS Doub'e Tiger Lily, strong bulbs 2.50 Single " 200 18 Eulalia GraciHima 2.0O IS- Linnaeus Rhubarb, true, best, crowns — 1 8 Madeira Vine, ftrong 2 Wtll packed and in oars. Cash with order. E. Y. TEAS, CENTEKVII,I,E, IND.. B.W.DIRKEN, Oudanbosch, Holland. ORNAMENTAL AND FOREST TREES A SPECIALTY. Conifers, Evergreens, Hollies, Etc Jt Jt Jit Prices on Application. Always do business, Week days and everyday riOriStS Sundays and holidays, ^ J^ Ari« AU over the country. "■r "V nUo At home and abroad. American 376 The American Florist. Mj.r. 2g, Our pasTiMEs. AnnouncementB of coming coatests or other eventa of Interest to our bowling, shooting and CTOline readers are solioited and will be given pl&oe in this column. Address all correspondence for this department to Wm. J. Stewart, 79 Milk St., Boston, Mass.; Kobt Kift, 1725 Chestnut St., Philadelphia, Pa.; or to the American Florist Co.. 324 Dearborn St., Ohioago, 111. At New York. The following are the scores made by -the New York bowlers last Monday, March 2\: Player Ist 2d 3d 4th Burns 197 104 180 191 Haffoer 172 188 163 163 Smith 178 174 181 136 Slebreeht 165 178 1'9 13S Lan(t 170 171 190 233 Elliott Ill 143 169 136 At Jamestown, N. Y. The following are the records of the local bowlers, made March 13 and March 20: BosARiANs. 1st 2d 3d T'l MoCue UO 124 179 453 Bowyer 124 118 144 386 Carlson 93 134 133 360 Coyne 157 157 161 475 Brooks HO 118 Hi 393 Whitcomb 181 76 1C9 306 Total 775 727 871 2J7J CARNATtONISTfi. ISt 2d Sd T'l Eidens 108 137 112 3B7 Doxev 134 166 15 4:5 Hennon HI 165 115 391 Kaser 100 121 127 351 Scott 117 118 110 345 Ljdon 115 116 150 381 Total 685 826 799 2810 RosARiAjts. Ist 2d 3d T'l <:oynp 170 148 140 458 McCue 116 149 141 4C6 Bowyer 146 177 157 480 Broks 144 132 116 392 Gunton 143 137 170 45iJ Whitcomb ICO 112 U9 321 Carlson 100 HI 116 327 Total 919 966 949 2834 Carnationisis. 1st 2d Sd T'l Lydon 140 121 13i 398 Eidens 169 169 163 481 Hennon 9i 141 165 414 Scott 90 124 122 336 Doxey IRO 137 17i 462 Bennett 131 101 77 3li Kaser 121 IIO 86 317 Total 902 893 913 2708 Toronto. EVERY INDICATION OF A RECORD EASTER. —PLANTS A HE PLBNTIFOL BUT CUT FLOWERS WILL BE SCARCE — LILIES AVAILABLE IN LARGE QUANTITIES. — VAR- IOUS NOTES. Not for many years has there been a better outlook for Easter than at pres- ■ent. The weather has been most favor- able and should it continue so we undoubtedly will have a record business. Flowering plants were never more plen- tiful than at present and from the quan- tities of lilies, il all are sold the growers will be fortunate indeed. Already quan- tities are qaoted at very low fi^ares and when the loss from disease is bgured in, there can be little margin. Some very good plants are seen about the different stores. Bougainvillea Sanderi, hydra- geas, both pink and pale blue; azaleas, rhododendrons, lilacs and most of the old favorite plants help to make the ■tores look gay. Crimson Ramblers are possibly the only variety that will be too late, and ol these there are hardly a half dozen in the city. The supply of roses will not be so plentiful. For the ^ast two weeks the demand has been so good that there was no chance to save up and no doubt this will make the market very short. Carnations are about the same and all good flowers will find ready sale. In bulbous stock there are enormous quantities everywhere and the prices have been cut up so badly that the good customers mostly fight shy of them. This condition is due to a few growers who would rather sell to depart- ment stores than give the retailer a chance. The regular monthly meeting of the Florists' and Gardeners' Association was held in St. George's Hall, the session being occupied with business and the rearrangement of the prize list for the chrysanthemum show which will take place the second week of November. After the usual business cards were indulged in and refreshments served. Some of the spiraeas have not done well this season, the foliage being very poor and turning brown at the edges, but some of the men are adept with the shears and thev soon look as trim as the Dutchmen's palms. H. G. D. St. Lo-jis. EVERY PROSPECT F0« A BIO BASTKR BD3I- NESS-FAVOBABLB'WEATHBR I'OR CROPS — CLUB HOLDS A HOSB SHOW. — KOTPS OP DOINGS WITH THE GROWERS ANPf'tllEBS — INSECTS INFEST MARY PLACES. The outlook at present is that there will be enough stock at bahd for Easter if the present good weather holds. Roses are coming in very fast, but are not of the best quality. The Easter prices are in the neighborhood of $8 to $10. Afew Beauties are to be had at from $1.50 to $6 per dozen, whilecarnations bringfrom $2.50 to $6 per hundred. There isquitea shortage at present in whites, in both roses and carnations, which is partly due to the large amount of funeral work. Vio- lets were coming in very slow for a time, as most of those planted in the houses have stopped blooming, but the last few days have been very warm here, so that plants in cold frames are coming on very last and several of the growers are strfk'ng it just right. Bulbous stock is looking nice for Easter and prices are lair. Mr. Gross, of Kirkwood, is cutting a splendid sweet pea which he calls Earliest of All White. It sells at $1.50 per hundred. The rose show which was held at the last meeting ot the club was not as good as the carnation show at the February meeting. J.F. Ammann.ofEdwardsville, exhibited as fine a vase of mixed roses as has ever been before the club. Mr. Hal- stead, of Belleville, had a very fine vase of carnations, which contained several of the leading varieties. Special notice was taken of his new white seedling, which is very fine. From the outlook of things it is hardly probable that a flower show will be held by the club this fall, but we will be ready to help anyone who wishes to undertake this work. A very interesting paper on roses was read by F.J.Fillmore. The St. Louis Carnation Company is sending in about 3,000 carnations daily, but they do not expect much increase for the Easter trade Last year they had a fall crop on for Easter but it will come about three weeks late this year. They have been sending in several thousand sweet peas, but this has dropped to the hundreds now and the plants are making good second growth. They had some peas in a very light house and some in one of their old houses, which is very dark. In the former they started to cut verj- early and have kept it up, but in the latter the vines have made good growth and very lew blooms. Wm. Winter has just finished planting his two fine new houses with sweet peas. His carnations are looking fine, especially his Ethel Crocker, Joost, Crane and Lord. The latter he has in solid beds, and some magnificent flowers is the result. He has some 20,000 young plants that are looking fine. Mr. Ude, Sr., will be the best off of any of the Kirkwood growers as far as vio- lets are concerned, as he has a large number in cold framts and thev will be in their height of blooming at Easter. The Gross Floral Company has a fine looking lot of carnations, especially Mrs. Lippincott and Prosperity. They are growing some of the finest sweet peas that have been seen in this city. Mr. Hutchins, at Kirkwood, is having quite a bit of trouble at present with aphis and thrip, but through it all he is turning out some very good blooms. Th'i Michel Plant and Bulb company ha* S?ri »ome fine calla lilies and Dutch h in pots, but all are sold, as is .)f the blooming stock. i inhardts' stock is reported as • fine. He expectstohaveabout :,...;.. ive per cent of his lilies in for i'i'lrolt or Windsor, WINDSOR FLOWER 8*KD CO. BOX 33S. WINDSOR. ONTARIO. Please menHon the A mfrican Florist when wriltng. jgc2^ The American Florist. 377 •I>ieE>E>:R'S' SUMMER nOWERING BULBS We have flue stocks of the foUowin and for growing on LILIESi Perdoz. 100 Auratum, 8 to9-inoh bulbs $75 $5.00 9 to U " " 1 on 750 11 tjl3 " " 1.75 14.00 Krameri rose oolcr l.fO 6.00 Sppo. album, 8 to 9-inoh bulbs ... .75 5.00 9to II •' •■ ... 1 OU 7.0O " roieum, 8to9 " '■ ... .75 5.C0 9 to 11 ■' '■ . 1.00 7.00 " ruVrum. 8 to 9 " " ... 75 5 00 9 to U " " .. l.CO 7.00 BEGONIAS. Single, in separate colors 40 3.00 mixture 35 2.50 Double, in sep urate colors 65 5.C0 mixture 50 4.C0 all of which are useful for store sales for summer cut flowers. CALADIUMS. Esculeutum. 6 to ?-inch bulbs. 8 to 10 10 to 13 .41 3.00 .65 KOO ,9J 7.00 GLADIOLUS. All selected first size bulbs. Per 100 IqOO White and light shades mixed $1.75 15. CO Scarle' and crimson shades mised 1.00 8.50 23.00 18.00 12.00 22 OJ 25.00 10 00 Yellow shades " .. 2.50 Striped and variegated " 2.00 Pink ■' 1.25 New Giant (Childsii) " 2 50 GrotT's Hjbrlds " 2.75 American Hybrid?, all colors 1.25 DAHLIAS. All stronz, fleld-erown roots. Per lOO Doub'e Cactus, latest novelties, set of 14 3.flO Formosissima. Superb mixed, CaodicanB (Ca Calathina... Strong roots, AMARYLLIS. GLOXINIAS. per 1000, $35.00 Per doz. Per 100 .. $ .30 $2.00 HYACINTHUS. pe Hyacinth) ISMENE. MADEIRA VINES. .fo .30 1.50 .SO 4.00 2.00 1?.00 2.00 1901 190J " Deco'ativi varieties, " Show Fancv " " Qailled " Pompon " Superb single, ** MILLA. 8 1.50 12 1.00 20 1.60 12 1.00 12 1.00 6 .EO 12 1.00 10 .85 15.00 8.00 8.00 8.00 800 8.0) 8.00 8.00 Per doz. Per 10) Biflora 35 2.50 MONTBRETIAS. Crocosmireflora 15 1.00 Six choice named sorts 25 1.75 TIGRIDIAS. Conchfloni, Pavonia, Grandillora alba 30 2.00 Per iro Per 1000 60 5.U0 TUBERO-ES. Double Pearl, second size bulbs HENRY A. DREER. 714 CHESTNUT ST., PHILADELPHIA, PA. FANCY OB CrC^MO *1.«0 DAGGER ~Cm>IO PER 1000 PRINCESS PINE, 7c per lb. GALAX, grten or bronze, 75o per 1000. Laurel «stjonin g, 4c, 5c and 6c per yd. Once used, always used for decorating. SPHAGNUM MOSS, etc. Telegraph Office New Salem, Mass. CROWL PBRN CO., P. O. MllllnKtoD, Masj. BEGONlfl GLOIRE DE LORRAINE, 2ji<-lnch pots, $15.00 per 100. "Write for prices on large lots. Stock guaranteed absolutely free from disease. TH0M4S ROUND, Nahant, Mass. 500,000 VERBENAS. 60 finest named varieties, including our NEW MAMMOTH WHITE. "MRS McKINlEY." The finest white verbena growu ; perfncily healthy; free from disease. Rooted cuttings. 6jc per 100; S5 00 per 1000. Plants. $2.50 per 100; J20.i 0 per 1000. Our list is the choice of millions of seedlings. Send tor circular. «i. L. DILLON, bloousburg. Pa. Crimson Rambler Climbing Clothilda Souperl. ROSES^, Ramblers, 3 to 4^^ ft., well branched 2H to 3 ft., '■ •■ __. , ^._ iyito2i4ft., " " ... 6 per 100 Soupert, strong field-grown plants 15 per 100 The Conard & Jones Co, West erove, Pa. . per 100 8 per lOU SYLVIA A NEW WHITE CARNATION. As a free and continu- ous bloomer it beats anything we have ever grown; flowers average 2H toSinchesindiameter. Rooted cuttings now ready, $8 per 100; «75 per 1000. WOODFALL BROS,, Glen Burnie,Md, ImpQrted Bulbs for Florists' Forcing for file Coming Season. Our arraogemeots for high grade bulbs cf Lilium Harrisii, French Romans, Paper White Granditlora, Callas, Japan Longiflorum, London Market Valley, aad picked bulbs of aU Dutch Hyacinths, Tulips, Narcissus and Spiraa areunex- cjUed. Bulbs secured from us will be sub- ject to careful inspection and approval on arrival, and if in any way unsatis- factory, will be made good at once. By combining your order for a full line of this stock with u°,you get each in season and all at the closest cost for high grade stock. Economy in car- load freight shipments and large importations supply half our profits. Write for Prices before closing any forcing stock orders. VAUGHAN'S SEED STORE, 1 4 Barclay St., New York. 84-S6 Randolph St., Chicago. ROOTED CUTTINGS 2>^-inch. Brides JtiS.OO rer 1000 Bridesmaids $15.00 per 1000 Good clean stock. C. S. rOOTE. Downers Grove, III. FOR EARLY PLANTING...... SPLEHDID STOCK SyzliJch Bridesmaids, $5.00 per 100; $45.00 per 1,000. Rooted Cnttings, Brides and Bridesmaids $1.50 per 100. Cash please. ALBERT F. AMLIN6, Maywood, III. PLACE YOUR NAME. and your specialties before the purchasing florists of the entire country by advertising iu __^_^ ^_ SENOAOMT.NO*,. THE AMERICAN FLOBIST. 378 The Amerjcan Florist. Mar. 2^, Youngstown, O. STORY OF A VISIT TO A POPULAR FIRM.— GOOD STOCK IS THE GRBBNBOUSBS AND A NICE BUSINESS AT THE STORE. — A PURCHASE TO ENXARGE FACILITIES. The writer recently dropped down to Youngstown to see how the ex-Philadel- pbians, Walker & McLean, are getting along and loand, as he expected, every- thing in good shape for a big Easter trade. On the strength of the increase of their business they have acquired more prop- erty, having recently purchased the green- bouses and ground lately owned by the firm ofHood & Cox, situated a few miles from Youngstown. The property con- sists of fifteen acres of land with four greenhouses, which were built last year and are practically new, about 10,000 feet in all. All the stock, consisting ol plants, implements, wagons, two horses and a cow, were included in the deal. It is their intention to tear down and re-erect the houses on their Crabb Creek grounds, which will add materially to iheir facilities. The "farm," as they call it, will in all probability be leased out to ti uckers or farmers. John Walker is erecting a modern dwelling for himself, a block or so away from the greenhouses, which will be very convenient. Heretofore he has resided inthecity. Theirstock generally isingood workingcondition. Whatare good ol their longifloruins are looking fine, about the right height with splendid large trumpets. Their loss has been between twenty-five and thirty per cent. A batch of candi- dums were a novelty to behold at this reason. Mr. Walker reckons they are a little out of the ordinary and may sell well. Several houses are devoted to palms, principally kentias and arecas, in all sizes from seed pans to 6-inch and 8 inch pots. Preparations are being pushed to handle a big line of spring bedding plants, there being quite a demand for that kind of stock. Thousands of carnations are grown, both for cut flowers and plants to sell. Quite a number of seedlings are being tested with varying degrees of success. There is one, a red variety, which prom- ises to be a good commercial sort if it holds out. ' A few Grevillea robusta are grown for decorative purposes, which the public seem to appreciate. A house of callas looks well and has been produc- ing a wonderful quantity of blooms. The store end is in the hands of the genial George McLean, who shows the Youngs- townites how to make a store window look pretty and to manipulate flowers in a way that comes from twenty-five years' experience. He handles a large line of garden and farm seeds as well. It was tough on George at first to get on the right side of the seed business but now he can quote the geneology of turn- ips and squash by the hour. A call upon Mr. Hippard found that gentleman busy with his iron gutter and ventilating apparatus. He says the out- look for a big business this year is very encouraging, orders coming in everyday. Echo. 100,000 Pansies. The .JconiiiES' Strain, fjxtra flnf^ planis. all transplanted, many are If inaed and curled, stroDi; plants, $4X0 per 1000, express; T.So per loO mall. Lar^e plants $1.1)0 per 100, by express only. Stock the fluest. Grown in cool houses. Sefd. $1.1 0 per pkt. Cash. ■ . B. JENNINQS. Uak loi 264, iavttipgrt. Cam. Grower of the Kinest PanHieH Always mention the American Flo- rist when writing to advertisers. LILIIM HARRI8II. As reliable stock as is produced od the Island, raised, crop-roputd. inspected, and packed by a grower always on the ground. We offer this (V) brand of Harrisii as averaging the most reliable stock exported. Orders plac^^-U now can be supplied, late ones could not be filled last year and may not be this. Write for prices on 5 to 7, 7 to 9, and 9 to 11. White Roman Hyacinths. 12 ctms. and upward, being the whole crop above the 12 ctm. size, no 13 to ISctms. being taken out. 159,CO0 of this grade imported by us the past season proved very satisfac'ory and we offer 19u2 crop of same, ccnddent that tfiis grade contains the best value possible for the price, which is made for early orders. Remember the. size contains all the bulbs in the crop above 12 ctms. and up to 16 otms. Write lor prices. N. B.— Our usual percentage of extra early deliv- eries will be made. Vauihan's Seed Store, s;:%% CARNATION CUTTINGS Well Rooted, Clean Healthy Stock. Per 100 Per lOOO PROSPERITY $6.00 J35.00 NORWAY 4.00 3i.0l) LA WSON 3 EG SO.OO CRANE I.ftO 90D AMERICA 1.50 9.00 Per 100 Per 1000 FLORA HILL $1.60 t 9.00 WHITE CLOOD 150 9.00 TRIUMPH l.SO 9.00 SPORT (Guardian Angel) 1.60 9.00 MARQUIS 1.60 9.00 QUEEN LOUISE, 14.60 per 100; JIO.OO per lOM. All Rooted Cuttings sold under express condition that if not satisfactory wben received they are to be returned Immediately, when money will be refunded. WIETORBROS., 51 WABASH AVENUE, CHICAGO. "Wtkoles^l^ CSro-^v^rs ofi Cut I'^lo-w-^r*. r D F ^ ^ R D n n K ^he commg Pink Carnation l^KLOOllllUUIIi for evervbodv to grow. Baltimore, Feb. 21, 1901, it scored 94 Points, the highest of any seedling. Cressbrook has never shown disease of any kind and is an extra free bloomer. Size of flowers under ordinary culture, 3 to Z}i inches. Orders will be delivered in rotation on and after Jan. i, 1932, at the following prices: 12 plants I 1.50 25 plants 3.00 50 plants S.OO 100 plants 10.00 250 plants |25.0O 500 plants 37.50 ICOO plants 75.00 C. WARBURTON, FALL RIVER, MASS. Cressbrook may be seen growing at THE E. G. HILL GO'S.. Richmond. Ind., and at WM. NICHOLSON'S, Framlngham, Mass. Seedlings, 30c per 100; .$2.50 per 1,000; 2inch. $1 per 100; 3-inch, strong, .$3 per 100; 200 Asparagus Plumosus, 2V'2inch, $3 per 100. German Ivy, large plants, $1 per 100. Cash Please. MRS. GRISWOLD, Worthington. Ohio. CARNATION CUTTINGS AND BLOOMS. J. D. THOMPSON CARNATION CO. JOLIET. ILLINOIS. Baby Primroses (PRIIMULA FORBESII. Rooted Cuttings; 75c per 100, $6 00 per 1000; out of 4-in. pots in full bloom, fl.COpe'doz Cash please. HENRY EICHNOLZ, Waynesboro. Pa. SPECIALTIES In Best Varieties ROSESj irom 3-inch pots. CARNATIONS, for all delivery, CHRYSANTHEMUMS. SMILAX, VIOLETS. Prices Low. Send for List. WOOD BROTHERS. Fishkill. N. Y. Watch This Space rOR FUTURE BARGAINS. jOHisr BRor>, 349 West North Avenue, CHICAGO, ILL. Greenhouies, Niles Center. Ill, ••• L-rlLIELC^ ••• will probably be Hcur-f with von anil you will wiint some ifnt' BOSTON FERNS for Decorative I'liints. Write GEO. A. KUHL. PEKIN. ILL.. for them In h, 6 und 7-in., uIbo Specimen riants in 8 and lO-tu. igc2. The American Florist. 379 FLORISTS' FLOWER SEEDS VSUGHSN'S ASTERS. "THE CARLSON" an imnroved Pivony-Klowered Aster, much liked in the OhiCMgo market. While, pinkor Uvetder, each, trade pkt,25c, H oz. $1.20, Trade pkt H oz. 8IUNCHIN6 OR SEMPLE, ^Vhlte pound, $8,00; 10 35 $ .75 Ko e pink 10 PO IOC Lavender pound, $12.00 10 30 1.1 C Red in 10 ., Purple ao 1.0 " " Pa \' break pink 10 25 .75 Mixed pound, $6.00 10 211 .50 VAUGHAN'S NEW UPRIGHT WHITE BRANCHING, lb.. $13. 0 1 1 30 l.OC VAUGHAN'S NEW UPRIGHT PINK BRANCHING, lb.. $12.00 10 3J l.t;0 qUEEN OF THE MARKET, \Vh I;h 1 I'ink 1 10 Searlet '■ Each 30 .,50 It i*i^A.:N^ar®. 2i<-iii. pots. Per ICO Per 1000 I BRIDESMAID $3.00 $25.00 i BRIDB 3.00 25.00 KAISERIN 3.0O 25.00 I 2i4-in. pots. Per 100 Per lOOO PERLE '.....$3.00 $25.00 aOLDBN OATB 3.00 25.00 BOOTED ROSE CUTTINGS. Per 100 Per K GO BRIDESMAID $1.50 $1'.60 BRIDB 1.80 12.60 Per 100 Per lOOO UOLOEM GATE $1.60 PERLE 1.50 $12.60 12.50 All Plants and Rooted Cuttings sold under express conditions that if not satisfactory when received they are to bs returned immedi- ately, when money will be refunded. Peter Reinberg,51 Wabash Ave.,Cliicago pOOTEP CUTTINGS o.A.:RN:A.aDioivs. Per ICO Per lOCO MRS. POTTER PALMER $12.00 $100.00 MRS. HIGINBOTHAM 12.00 lOO.OO PROSPERITY 4.00 30.00 NORWAY 600 40.00 IRENE 3.00 25.00 MRS. LAWSON 3.00 26 00 MARQUIS 1.25 10.00 G.H.CRANE 1.25 10.00 FLORA HILL 1.25 10.00 leosois. Per 100 Per 1000 METEOR $1,50 $12 60 PERLE 1.60 12.50 BRIDE 1.60 12.60 Per 100 MRS. .JOOST $1.00 WHITE CLOUD 1.26 EVANSTON 1.00 MRS. INE 1.25 WM. SCOTT 1.00 GENEVIEVE LORD 1.25 ETHEL CROCKER 1.26 GUARDIAN ANGEL 1.26 ARGYLE l.OO AMERICA 1.26 Per 100 Per 1000 BRIDESMAID $1.60 $12.60 GOLDEN GATE 1.60 12.60 PerlOOO $6.00 10.00 «.00 10 00 6.00 10.00 10.00 10.00 6.0O 10.00 liOSE^ I^IviVK^TrS from 2V2-in. pots. Per 100 PerlOOO METEOR $3 00 «S5.00 PERLE 3.0O 2S.00 BRIDE 3.00 25.00 Per 100 Per 1000 BRIDESMAID $3.00 $25.00 GOLliENGATE 3 08 2.5.00 KAISEKIN 3.00 S5 00 The above named stock is clean, well rooted and free from disease. % GEO. REINBERQ, 51 WABASH AVENUE, CHICAGO. tf^arnation Cuttings Well rooted, from clean, healthy stock, cool grown. Per 100 PerlOOO ROOSEVELT $(.50 $10.00 PROSPERITY 3.60 30.00 NORWAY 3.60 30.00 LAWSON 3.60 30.00 LORNA 3.60 30.00 MORNING GLORY 2.50 20.00 CRANE 1.60 13.60 • •• Per ICO Per 1000 EGYPT $1 OENRVIEVE LORD 1.26 WHITE (!LOL'D 1.86 TRlOMI-n 1.26 MME. CHAPMAN 1.25 KLORA HILL 1.25 PERU 1.25 VIOLETS— Imperial, Farqiihur, M;irU' I.ouistj. Liuly ('iiriiplioli iinson2-ln. pots. WE SOLICIT YOUR ORDERS AND WILL QUARANTEE SATISFACTION. II' WKHSDi GRAND RAPIDS VIOLET CO., Grand Rapids, Mich. igo2. The American Florist. 381 Come and Take Them at Your Own Price MAMMOTH invoice of ornamental Trees, Flowering Shrubs, Hardy Roses, Rhododen- drons, Azaleas, Clematises, Hydrangeas, Weigelas, Magnolias, Crimson Ramblers, etc., etc., at our opening sale 9:30 A. M. TRIDAY. APRIL 4, \ Big sales to follow. Special sale of Fancy Ever- greens about April J 5th. Fine illustrated Catalogue, mailed to applicants only. N. r. McCarthy & co. PUNT AUCTION BOOMS, 84 HAWLEY ST., BOSTON. ^-k-..CARNATIONS Cressbrook (pink), Oriole (scarlet), Mrs. Nelson (pink), $1.50 per doz.; $10 per 100. Mrs. Halmer (scarlet), Mrs. Higinbotham (salmon pink), Alba (large white), Stella (variegated), Dorothy Whitney (yellow), Apollo (scarlet), $2.C0 per doz.; $12.00 per 100. Per 100 Per ICOO Estelle, Best Scarlet iS.ou ... J40.00 Norway, Large Woite 5.00 ... 45 00 Prosperity, Fancy 6 00 ... 45.00 Queen Louise, White 5.00 ... 45.00 Dorothy, Hroductive Pink ... 5.00 ... 45.00 Morning Glory, Lt. Pink 2.50 ... 20.00 Marquis, Largest Pink 2.50 ... 20.00 Fine stock of rooted cuttings of above and twenty-five other kinds. Get our prices on what you need. GEO. HANCOCK & SON, GRAND HAVEN. MICH. 50,000 Booted CARNATION CUTTINGS to dispose of yet; all well rooted and free from disease. Per 100 Per 1000 QueenLouise $500 810.00 Flora Hill, Daybreak 1.2.1 10.00 Crane. America. Crocker l.SO 13.00 Lippinoott. Melba 1.25 10.00 Lizzie McGowan 1.25 10.00 ^\Tiite Cloud 1.50 12.00 5000 BRIDESMAID ROSES, in 2!4-inch pots, $2.G0 per 100; $30 00 per 1000. Special prices on large orders. Cash with order. MERCER FLORAL CO.. meBCJVTOPi, i«. J. VERBENA KING Rooted Cuttings now ready. Express prepaid. 100 lOUO Verbenas, named, $ .60*5.00 Daisies, white and yellow 1.00 8.00 Heliotrope. 12 var. 1.00 6.00 Smilax. strong pit 1.50 Salvias. 4 best vars. named, Rooted Cuttings 1.00 8.00 Big Boston and Plumotut in 4- inch pots, write. That cash or C. O. D. C. Humleld, Clay Center, Kai. tUase ^leniion (fie Armrican I-lorist whAyt tt>*^'hne- Mrs, Potter PALMER. Certificated at Indianapolis, Montreal, St. Louis Chicago, Kansas City. Absolutely the best scarlet carnation ever intro- duced. J12.00 per 100; $100.00 psr 1000. MRS. Higinbotham Certificated at Indianapolis, Chicago, Kansas City, St. Louis. Promises to become the standard light pink; will stand in the same position as did Daybreak, ten years ago. $12.00 per 100; $100.00 per 1000. CHICOT. Large white faintly strippd in midwinter; es- treraelj' fragrant; finest constitution; more profit- able than any standard on our place last season and is doinfr even better now. $6.90 per 100; $59.C0 per lOOO. Carnation Plants from Soil. Per 100 Per 1000 LAWSON t4C0 135.00 PROSPERITY 5.00 40 09 JOOST 1.5U 125D MACEO 1.50 12.60 CRANE 1.50 12.60 LORD 1.50 12.S0 ROOTED CUTTINGS. Per ICO Per 1000 ROOSEVELT $i.00 $45.00 LAWSO.V 40) 30.00 JOOST 150 lOOO PROSPERITY 4.00 30 00 AVONDALE 1.50 I2.E0 CRANE 1.50 10.00 Q. LORD l.&O 10.00 NORWAY 5.00 40.00 Q, LOUISE 5.00 40.C0 LORNA 5.00 45.00 CRESSBROOK, (C.Warburton). fine pink, $10 per 100; $80 per 1000. GAIETY. (Hill), variegated, $10 per 100; $75 per 1000. GOV. WOLOOTT, (Fisher), wliite, $10 per 100; $80 per 1000. Chicago Caroation Co. JOLIET. ILL. Queen Louise. Per 100 PROSPERITY J6.00 MRS. THOS. LAWSON 4.n0 GOV. ROOSEVELT 6 00 HOOSIER MAID 4.00 IRENE 4.00 NORWAY 4.00 EGYPT 4.00 MRS. BERTRAM LIPPINCOTT.. 3.0O MARQUIS 2.60 MRS. G. M. BRADT 3.00 CHICAGO 3.00 MACEO 2.00 BUTTERCUP 4.00 ^% ■ ■ ■ Perfectly Healthy. Cullingsiiiii;: The Best White Commercial Carnation, $5.00 per Hundred; $40.00 per Thousand. 5rl000 Per 108 Per 1000 »50.00 GOMEZ 12.00 3S.00 CROCKER r 50 »12Rft 50.00 GENU VIEVE LORD 1.50 , 12.50 G. H. CRANE 2.00 15.00 VICTOR 2.00 1=7:] WM. SCOTT 1.60 12.50 DAYBREAK 1.50 13 50 25.00 20.00 ELDORADO 1.50 12.50 JUBILEE 1.50 12.50 FLORA HILL 1.60 12.50 TRIUMPH l.BO 12.60 PORTIA 1.50 12.50 WHITE CLOUD 1.50 12.5(V J. L. DILLON, Bloomsburg, Fa. Please mention the American Florist when writings 382 The a mer i ca n F loris t. Mar. 2g. CiacinDati. BUSINESS HEAVY AND STOCK ABUNDANT. — WEATHER FAVORABLE. — BIG PROSPECTS FOR EASTER — AN AUCTION — NOTES Business is good and flowers plentiful. Fancy carnations arc about the only flowers that are a little scarce. Roses, owing to the warm weather, are coming in abundantly. Bulbous stock is plenti- ful and it will take a good deal of hustling to dispose of all that will come in for Easter. Easter prices went into •eSect on Monday and by this method the wholesalers are trying to prevent the amount of kicks that are usually in order about a day or two before and after Easter. The Walnut Hills Floral Bazaar has a fine display of blooming plants arranged very artistically with Porto Rican mat- ting and gauze ribbon. Charley Jones deserves credit for the arrangement and good taste shown in bringing out the diflerent colors. J. A. Peterson is holding an auction sale of plants this week, having an immense amount of hybrid roses in pots, bulbous stock in pans, azaleas and bas- kets containing mixed plants. The bid- ding was quite lively. Visitors: J. H. Sievers, San Francisco; Messrs. Draper and Clark, Greensburg, Ind.; Wm. G. Matthews, Dayton, O.; Miss Alice Barnes, Springfield, O. D. Columbus, O. EASTER FINDS STOCK IN EXCELLENT SHAPE. —GOOD LILIES.— CARNATIONS I.S HEAVY SUPPLY. Easter stock is all that could be asked, •except that roses are somewhat oft crop. Carnations are doing finely, with a large crop on everywhere, bnt indications are that they will all be taken up for Easter. Liliea are more plentiful than was expected. Harrisii are best; while longi- florum is on time it is disappointing in its number of flowers compared with Harrisii now showing an average of from five to nine flowers. Some good Harrisii were sold on our street market last week at 25 cents per good plant, but that fortunately does not regulate the market price. lu the face of the high price paid for Roman hyacinth bulbs last fall there is quite a glut of this stock now, one grower reporting a loss of 8,000 spikes last week on account of overstock. Colnmbus florists were all very busy this week. Carl. Ivory or White Golden Gate. Guaranteed TRUE STOCK Strong plants out of 2-in. pots. $6 00 PER 100. 27.50 PER 500. 50 00 PER 1000 W. A. Hammond 107 E. Broad St., Richmond. Va. THE GRANDEST NEW FORCING ROSE Souvenir de Pierre Nolling of all Forcing ROSES, color deep yellow; will be distributed for the first time April, J 902 The Best, The finest, The IVIost Tree Blooming BY THE RAISERS SOUPERT &, NOTTING, ROSE GROWERS. Net price, $80.00 per 100; $1.00 each. Write for lithographs. i Thi Sensational Nsw tee for 1902. MRS. OLIVER AMES. For description, prices, etc., see Trade List. Henry A. Trask. Editor of "North Americiin." says in a letter dated Feb. 19th. 1902. The box of roses arrived safely last Saturdav afternoon. Please accept mv thanks. To my 3 mind they are the realization of the ideal. Yours very truly, H. A. TBiSK, Editor. SI 00.00 IS OFFERED IN PRIZES lor Cut Flowers of this Rose at Madison Square Show next fall. PIIQYCAUTUEIIIIIIQ Some new European varieties of sterling merit, the stock of which 3 Unn I OMII I nCHIUnlu we control for the American Market, and also all the cream of 2 last year's new European varieties, and all the New American varieties of this season's intro- 3 duction; for those contemplating growing for tbe shows next fall the above will prove winners. 3 PADUATinUQ All the New and Standard Varieties. My catalogue describing the above Z Unillln I lUHO will be mailed to those not having receivad it, by sending a postal card to JOHN N. M\Y, Summit, N. J. ! a4mim iiiim Ilium \Aimii uum lium iium iium luum luuiu tiuuii luum uiiiUic ROSES DORMANT, Two years old. ot,r Ow/n Unnf C ""'" Rrowing. Best Hybrid Per- WWll IVUUia, petuals. Crimson Ramblers and Field Grown, Wosse. No l, .$8; No. lU, $6; GOOD CONDITION OU\RA.NTEED. W. F. HEIKES, Manager. 3019 NORTH No. 2. .$.3.50. WRITE FOR PRICE LIST. BROAD /VAY, ST. LOUIS, MO. Geraniums Red, white, pink, salmon, rose, ivy and pelargoniums, in 2V2 and 3-in., ready for shift; write GEO. A. KUHL, Pekin, III. THE FAMOUS Diamond Strain ol lur^e lluWeieU PANSY PLANTS PanRies, over BO varieties mixptl Finn b.o ky, bardy, open ground, wvll rooted, seed-bt*d pluiilH trooj Hs tr nsplanted; some in l)ud Hytitpresu. $3 5 I per l(M 0; $^.i 0 per 500. Cusli with orJiT. L.W. COODELL, Pansy Park, Dwlghl, Mas*. Please mention the American Florist when wrttxnz- Orchids ! ^ Our Illustrated and Descriptive Cata- logue of Orchids is now ready and may be had upon application. LAGER & HURRELL, summit, h. j. Orclild Qrowert and Importers. P. MAJOR and A. NANA Alternantheras Btronfc rooted ru'tlncH, 0Oo in 'per 100. or W4.00 per lOUO. DAVI8 BROS , MORRISON, ILL. f^a^t mer iwn the A merican Flofiit tunen turttir^. igo2. The American Florist. 383 EASTER STOCK BOSTON FERNS. In pans, grown the way you like them, full, bushy, coa pact stock, ready for your counter trade. Each 12-inch pans $4.00 10-inch pans 3.00 9-inch pans 2.00 8-lnch pans 1.50 7-inch pans 1.00 6-inch pans 75 5-inch pans 50 4-inch pots 3-inch pots 2H-inch pots ASPARAGUS PLUMOSUS NANUS. Fine bushy stock in large Do/. 5-inch pots $4.00 4-inch pots 2 00 3~inch pots 1.00 3i4-iuch pots 60 ;RAUCARC EXCELSA. A Big Bargain. 5-inch pots, 18 to 20 inches high, 4 to 6 whorls, each, 75c; dozen, $9 00. Doz. 100 S4O.0O 30.00 30.00 15.(0 10.00 8.0O J60.00 5.00 40.00 2.50 20.00 1.60 10.00 .60 5 00 quantity. 100 1000 $30.00 15.00 8.00 $70.00 5.00 40.00 PANDANUS VEITCHII, Very fine colored. 5-inch pots each, Jl.OO 6-inch potB " l.SO 7-inch pots " 2.00 8-inch pots " 3.50 FICUS ELASTICA (Rubber Plant). 7-inch pots, 36 inches high, very fine stock, $9.00 per dozen. PHCENIX CANARIENSIS. Fine bushy plants, 8-inch pots, 86 inches high, each, J3.60; dozen, J24 00. LATANIA BORBONICA. Fine stock. 5-inch pots per dozen, $4 01 6-inoh pots " 5.00 8-inch pots, fine specimens each, 1.75 KENTIA BELMOREANA. 6-inch, 5 to 6 leaves, 38 to 30 inches high, dozen, $18.C0. KENTIA FORSTERIANA. 7-inch. 5 to 6 leaves. 36 to 40 inches high, each, $3.00. Mnny other sizes in Rentias. See our Book for Florists. GENISTAS. 5 and 6-inch pots, fine bushy plants, full of buds and flowers, per dozen. $6.00. CRIMSON RAMBLER ROSES. 7 and 8-inch pots, in fiae shape and flower for Easter sales, $3.00 to $5.00 each. HYDRANGEAS. 7-inch pots, in bud aud flower, bushy stock, per dozen, $8.00. GERANIUM JEAN VIAUD. The finest of all geriniums. Handsome bushy plants in 5 inch pots, showing from 2 to 4 llower spikes per dozen, $6 00 3-inoh pots per 100, 8.00 2}f-iDCh pots per 100, 5.00 SPIR^A JAPONIC*, COMPACTA and GLADSTONE, 6-inch pans, fine bushy stock, will be in rtower for Easter, per dozen, $4.00. RHODODENDRONS In flower, assorted sizes, in white, pink and lavender colors, tl 50 to $3 00 each, according to size of plant. ROOTED CARNATION CUTTINGS. *^'"^''"''' They are the Cheapest. You don't have to buy 200 to have 100 fit to plant out, when planting time comes. For every 100 we send, you have 101 when ready to plant. We have the finest and largest stock of NORWAY and ESTELLE in the country. Stock marked ( * ) now ready in flats. Per iro Per lOOO Flora Hill $1.75 ♦General Maceo 1.76 *Mrs. F. Joost 1.7B *VVhite Cloud 1.75 *Wm. Scott 1.75 ♦America 1 .75 Daybreak 1.75 Ethel Crocker 1.75 *G. H. Crane 3.50 ♦Triumph 2.00 Guardian Angel 1.75 ♦Genevieve Lord 2 tO ♦Marquis 2.0O ♦Mrs. G. M. Bradt 2.5) ♦Chicago 3.50 GREENHOUSES: WESTERN SPRINGS, $15,C0 15.00 15.00 15.00 15.00 15 00 1500 15.00 31.00 18 00 15.00 15 00 17.50 20.00 30.00 end us a list of your wants for special prices on large lots. Per lOO Per 1000 Gold Nugget 350 30.00 ♦Morning jlory 3.00 25.00 Lorna 5.00 40.09 ♦Mrs. T. W. Lawson 5 OO 40.00 Queen Louise 5.00 45.00 ♦Norway 4.50 40.00 Prosperity 6.00 50.C0 ♦Governor Roosevelt 6.0O 50.00 Estelle 6.00 50.00 Dorothy 6.00 50.00 Cressbfook 10.00 75.00 Enquirer 13 00 100.00 Mrs. Potter Palmer 13.00 ICO.OO Mrs. Higinbotham 12.00 lOO.OO Mrs. E. A. Nelson 10.00 80.00 CANNAS. VaUGHAN'S SEED STORE, f strong, Dormant, Two Eyed Roots. Per lOO Per 1000 Allemania $3.00 $25.00 Beroank 3.0O 25.00 Exp. Crampbell S.OO 35.00 Florence Vaughan 4.00 35.00 Mdlle. Herat 3.O0 3i.O0 Paul Marquant 3.00 25.00 Pres. Carnot 3.50 20.00 Mixed all colors 1.75 lO.OD Largest stock in United States of other choice cannas true to name. Write for prices. 84-86 RANDOLPH ST.. CHICAGO. 4 BARCLAY ST., NEW YORK. CARNATIONS. Rooted Cuttings for latter March and April delivsry. lOO 1000 QUEEN LOTJISE $4.00 $35.00 G. U. CRANE 1.50 13.00 ESTELLE 5.00 ROOSEVELT 6.00 ETHEL CROCKER 1.25 10.00 GENEVIEVE LORD 1.00 7.50 DOROTnY 500 40.00 PROSPERITY 4.00 30.00 CBESSBROOK 10.00 75.00 GERANIUMS. Rooted Cuttings, March and April delivery. A general assortment, standard and fancy sorts, single and double, all of them good. My selec- tion of varieties, all correctly labeled at $1.50 per 100; $12,50 per lOOO. Jean Viaud. (rooted cuttings,) $3.00 per 100. M. de Castelaine, (rooted cuttings,) $5.00 per 100. BONE MEAL. The very best brand in the market for florists' use, ffive me a trial order. 2O0 lb. bag, $3 53; per ton, $33 50. A liitle higher in price tban some, a great deal better in results. ALBERT M.HERR. LANCASTER. PA. ABUUan Burbank, Henderson, Mme. uBIlllBd Crozv, F. Vaughan, P. M.-r- "■•■■■"■'' quant, L.E. Bally, A. Bouvier, J. C. Vaughan, E^andale, Souv. de Antoine Crozy in variety, started, $2 50 per 100. ALTcRNAnTHcnAS ci.ooc, postpaid! Pot plants, red. yellow, pink, $2.00 per 100. BOSTON FERN ^^sti^. '-'"''■ ''■• Begonias, flowering, in variety. 2Vi-in., 2i4c. RuBseliaMultlfloraand Blegantlsslma 2i4-in.4c. Vlnca Ma|or, strong, fine runners, 2-in., 3c. Cash. A. J. BALDWIN, NEWARK, OHIO, We've thousands of readers and htm- drcdi of advertisers. Bach helps the other. AQ Qnnil ^3 Easter ia over you will begin to Mo OUUn think of Roses. We have 40 000 to 50,OC0'in 2 X 2y^. 214 x 3 aod 3-in. We believe in shifting Young Rosea often. All stock offered in 2]>^-in. pots has been shifted from 2-in. and is equal to moat stock advertised as 3 in., and when we send it out is well established. Meteors, Maids, Brides, Perles. La France. Woottons, Pres. Cirnot, Belle Siebrecht Kaiserin, Golden Gate, Liberty and Am. Beauties, are the varieties we grow. Send $1.00 for samples of varieties you want and write GEO, a. KUHL, Pekin, 111. ROBT. CRAIG & SON, Roses, Palms and Novelties in Decorative Plants, Market and 49th Sts., Philadelphia, Pa. Mease mention the American Florist when writutK- ROOTED CUTTINGS Estelle, $5.00; Lawson, $4.C0; Marquis and Elm Oity, $3.00; Crocker and Lord, $1.00 per 100. Other varieties on application. Geniatas, bushy plants for Easter, 6-in, pots, $1.50 per doz. DAITA R. HERRON, OLEAX, N. T. FOR SALE Four large specimen plants, LATANIA BOR- BONICA, height and spread twelve feet, in 3Ui30x30-in.cedar boxes in good condition. 10 large green and variegated ALOES. 10 large variegated YUCCAS, Can be sent by freight about May 1st. JOHN RALPH, Saratoga Springs, N. Y. Please mention the A merican Florist when writing. 100,000 GIANT PANSIES Best strain. Strang plants, all transplanted and grown cool, 50o per 100; $4.00 per lOCO. Express prepaid. ASTERS, Hohcnzollern, pure white, delicate rose and red (Koemer's), last year novelty, grandest aster to date. Mammoth size, 7 inches across, double to center, resembling a large Japanese chrysanthemum, unsurpassed for cutting or bed- ding, plants branching, with strong stems 18 to 30 inches long, 7 o per lOl; $6.00 per lUUO. Queen of the Market, white, red, pink and mi'ed. Florists' Upright Branching, outer petals re- curved, center petals incurved, superb cut flower, pure white, daybreak pink, fiery scarlet and lavender. Late Branching or Semple's, white, rose pink, lavender, red and mixed. All the above are the best money makers for florists, strong, healthy plants, assorted to suit 60c per 100; $4.00 per 1000. Express prepaid for cash with order. DES MOINES PLANT CO., 38th St., Pes Moines, Iowa. ROOTED CUTTINGS Per 100 Per 1000 Coleus $ .60 $5.00 Geraniums 1.50 12.50 Carnations, 25 vaiieties, send for list Mme Salleroi Geranium 1.25 Petunia, Mrs. Edwards, best bedding, double 1.50 Alternanthera, from flats, fall struck, perfect plants 1.00 8.00 Baby Primrose 1,50 CENTRAL MICHIGAN NURSERY, KALAMAZOO, MICH. 384 The American Florist. Mar. 2g, Bellevue, Pa. BUEKI HAS FINB STOCK FOR EASTBR. — PIONEER WHOLESALE CUT FLOWER GROWER FOE WESTERN PENNSYLVANIA. What impresses the Tisitor apon first approaching Fred. Burki's place is its picturesque location. Situated upon an elevation overlooking the valley for a considerable distance, the thirty-six houses, over 100,000 feet of glass, cer- lainly present an imposing sight. Mr. Burki, I may state at the outset, is the pioneer grower for the wholesale cut flower market in this vicinity. Of the thirty-six houses ten are devoted to car- nations, ten to roses and sixteen to bulb- ous and miscellaneous stock. It would be needless to add that none but the best varieties of carnations are grown. In whites. White Cloud does especially well, with Flora Hill as a close second. In pinks, Lawson and Marquis vie with each other for the palm, both looking remarkably fine and yielding handsome returns. Scott and Frances Joost are still grown in quantity, the latter doing especially well. In scarlets Hector is practically the only one grown thus far, but next season will find Estelle, Crane and Mrs. Potter Palmer on the list, and Adonis as soon as stock can be procured. Prosperity does not pay for the room given it. With some florists its proves an adversity rather than prosperity. An addition to the pink varieties will be the Nelson. Mr. Burki has tested twenty- five plants and he finds it good. Nor Is he less successful with his roses and there will be a fine crop for Easter. Bulbous stock looks fine and lilies, both Harrisii and longiflorum, about 15,000 in number, are in no wise disappointing, the number of crippled or diseased plants being comparatively insignificent. That the lilies will sell goes without saying. Last season Mr. Burki built two mammoth houses at Bakerstown, about eighteen miles from Pittsburg, especially for American Beautv roses. Two addi- tional houses, each 30x450, will be built this spring. NoMls. California Carnations. Our cuttings are rooted without fire heat and are Btrong, hardy and well rooted. They are 80 far superior in every way to cuttinfca rooted by fire heat that they should not be mentioned in the same connection. We guarantee safe jirrival and satisfaction. Per 100 Per 1000 QUEEN LOOISE, white $4.00 $30.00 MERMAID, fine salmon pink 3 00 20.00 G. H. CRANE, scarlet 1.60 12.00 MRS. F. JOOST, fine pink... l.CO 8.00 Giant of California Pansy Plants, 50c per lOO; $2.50 per 1,000. Giant of California, transplanted plants, $5 per 1000—100 sent at 1000 rates. TERMS CASH WITH ORDER. THE LOOMIS FLORAL CO., LOOMIS, CALIFORNIA. OrJers booked now for mv new Fern '■MEPHROLEPIS FOSTERIANNA," Kentia*. any quantity, 6-in., 30-iu., $1 00 eaoh. R. C. Coleus, mixed, BO'cents per 100; Verschaffeltii, G Ueddor. TD-c-'nts per 103. Draciena Indiviaa, 6-in., $50 00 per liW. Geraniums in bloom for Kastcr. I. n. fOSTER. 45 King St, Dorchester. Mass. COLEUS. Golden Bedder, Yellow Queen, Klond>ke, Verschaffeltii and mixed. Rooted Cuttings and 2-inch stock. Write QEO. A. KUHL, Pekin, III. "^ease mention the American Florist when zt/ritine- Geraniums, Carnations, Palms, Etc. CARNATIONS, 2;4-in. pot plants. Per 100 Marquis $3.00 Ethel Crocker 2.60 California Gold 250 Crane 2.03 Joost 2 00 Mary Wood 2.50 White Cloud 8 00 GERANIUMS, S. A. Nutt, Mme. Barney, R'chelieu, La Favorite, John Doyle, Mme. Charle-i Molin and Beaute Poite- vme, $30.00 per 1003 Jean Viaud 5.00 Marquis de Castellaine 6.00 Set of 4 New liruants for 60 Set of 8 New Doubles for 1.50 In good assortment, our choice of vari- eties, $27.60 per 1000 ROSE GERANIUMS, strong 2.60 CANNAS, all the standard varieties, strong roots 2 50 MOONFLOWER. Tpomosa Grandiflora 3 00 PRIMULA FORBESI 3 00 HELIOTROPES, six varieties 2.00 SELAGINELLA Emiliana 2.00 Per 100 FUCHSIAS, in eood assortment of varie- ties. 2i4-in. pots $3.50 Areca Lutescens, 2V4-in. pots, $30.00 per ICOO 4.00 Areca Lutescens, 3-in. pots 8.00 Areca Lutescens, 4-in. pots., 3 plants in a .20. pot. 00 Kentia Belmoreana. 2i4-in. pots 7 00 Kentia Belraoreana, 3-in. pots .• 15 09 Latania Borbonica, 2^-in. pots 3.00 Latania Borbonica, 3. in. pot, $10 per 1000 5 00 Pandanus Utilis, 2!4-in. pots 5.00 Pandanus Utilis. 4- in. pots 15.00 Pandanus \'intchii. 4-in. pots, $6.00 per doz. ASPARAGUS PLUMOSUS. 2!4-in 4 00 ASPARAGUS SPRENGERI. 5tronj;,2!4-in... . 2 00 ASPARAGUS SPRENGERI, strong. 3-ln 3.00 SPIRAEAS. Nana Compacta, Astilboides, Florthunda and .Taponica at 3.50 AZALFA MOLLIS, fine tor Easter 36.00 TUBEROUS ROOTED BEGONIAS, single, separate colors 3.00 TUBEROUS ROOTED BEGONIAS, double, separate colors 6.00 GLOXINIAS 4.00 MStorrsA Harrison Co. PAINESVILLE, OHIO. #^^#^^^^^^%^k#%tf I ARECA LUTESCENS, per doz.— 4-in., $3; 5-in. $5; 6-in., $9. KENTIA BELMOREANA, per doz.— Jin., $4: 5-in., $9; 6-in., $18. KENTIA FORSTERIANA, per doz.— 1-in., $4; 5-in., $9; 6-in., $15. LATANIA BORBONICA, per doz.— 4-in., $3; 5-in., $5; 6-in., $9; 7 in.. $10; 8-in., $!4. FICUS ELASTICA, 6-in.,$9 perdoz. ARALIA SI EBOLDII. 5-in., $1 perdoz. ; 6-in., $6 p^r doz. PANDANUS VEITCHII, per doz,— 6-in.. $12; 6-in , $18; 8-in , $36. NEPHROLEPIS BOSTONIENSIS. runners. $iO per 1000; 2-in . $( per 100; 8-in., $15 per doz. NEPHROLEPIS WITTBOlDII, fine specimens from 8-in. pots, $15 per doz. ASPARAGUS PLUMOSUS NANUS, from seed bench, $25 per 1000; 2-in., $1 per 103: 3 in., $8 per lOD. FERNS FOR DISHES, Etc., $4 per 100. FERN BALLS, well furnished with leaves, $5 per doz. ThBGEO.WITTBOLDCO. 1657 Buckingham PI., Chicago. WELL GROWN Marquis, Jubilee, Flora Hill, $1.25 per 100; Scott, $1. ROSES Beautiful Young Stock, breaking at every eye. Will make Larg^ Plants Early 100 moo Bridesmaids, Brides, 2x3 rose pots. . . .$2.50 $J2.50 Maids, Brid"S, Gates, rooted cuttings 1.50 12.00 Perle, rooted cuttings 2.0D 15.00 All Select Two and Three-Eye Cuttings. Carnations. W. H. eULLETF & SONS, LInooln, III. A. W. SMITH'S MOON VINES, IPOMOEA NOCTIFL.ORA. Now roady. Earliest moon vine grown, llowers pure white, look like wax ard large as a saucer. 1 have a full supply of these vines, which are ever in great demand. 2H-in. pots. .$.5 00; 4-in. pots ready May 1, from $8.00 to IIO.CO per 100. GOUETREY ASCHAIANX, 101!! ONTARIO 8T. PHILADELPHIA. Gen. Grant, La i'avnrita, S. A. Nutt E, U. Hill and Fr.'iDces Perkins, 4-inch, in bud and bloom, ,$5 01 rer 100; $10.C0 per lOjO. FUCHSIAS, double .'ind single, 4-ln., $5 per 100. HELIOTROPE, 4-inc,li, $5.00 per ICO. PANSIES, the very best stniln, 50o per 100 by mall; $:*.0o per lOOO l)v express. MAMMOTH VERBENAS, 60c per Va bv mall; (4.50 |.ei- 1000 by express. WHITTON & SONS, City and Croon S«s., UTICA, N. Y. PUase ment:on the A mertcan Florist when wrttittg. BULBS AND PLANTS FOR FALL DELIVERY. We Tiook orders now; specini price Hat mailed to tlie trade ouly, on application. Address AUGUST ROLKER & SONS. 52 Dey Street, New York. BOBBINK & ATKINS, Plant and Bulb Merchants, RUTHERrORD, N. J. Pansy and Vegetable Plants. Cubbum-, Lettuce and I'linsy plants ready uftiT April 1. Tomato, Pfppcr. Celory and Caulillower ri'ady May L Thest- are stocky transplanted jilants from best seed obtainable; hardened olT in cold frames. l"'or prices write FRANK SHEARER & SON., Cardoners, BINCHAMTON, N. Y. ■^ liriilos. Maids and Golden Sfll^A^ Gates. iV, inch stock In tine ■•■'^''^^-'*-' conilltion. ».>.2fi per 100; »I8 per 1000. Ready for delivery. West View Floral Co., Knightstown, Ind. igo2. The American Florist. 385 GENERAL LIST'Or HERBACEOUS PLANTS. Field-grown Per 100. Achillea, The Pearl, p $3 00 Achillea fllipendula, p ^ 00 Achillea roseum, p 3 00 Adonis vernalia, fg 4 00 Agrostemma coronaria, fg 4 00 AgroBtemma Flos Jovls, fg 4 00 Anemone sylvestris, p 3 00 Anemone Japonica rubra, p 3 00 Anemone, J. "Whirlwind." 2-ln 3 00 Anemone Penn. 2-iD. pots 3 00 Ascleplas pulchra, p 6 00 Asclepias tuberosa, p 3 00 Apois tuberosa, p 3 00 Armerla maritima, p 3 00 Arabls alpina, p 3 00 Artemisia arbrotanum, p 3 00 Astllbe Japonica, f g 4 00 Alyssum saxatile, 2-in. pots 3 00 Anthemis Kel wayii, p 3 00 Aquilegia vulgaris, fg 4 00 Aquilegia '* white, fg 4 00 Aquilegia coerulea, fg 4 UO Aquilegia Vervaeneana. fg 8 00 Aquilegia chrysantha, fg 4 00 Aquilegia glandulosa, fg 8 00 Aquilegia Canadensis 8 00 Aletrls f arlnosa. f g 3 00 Aralla hisplda, f g 8 00 Arenaria squarrosa, fg 6 00 Asarum Canadense, fg 8 00 Asplenium ebeneum, fg 4 00 Aster Novae- Anglae, p 3 00 Aster grandiflorus, p 3 00 Aster alplnus, p 3 00 Aster pyramidalis, p 3 00 Aster pyramidalis, fg 4 00 Aster llnariif olius, f g 6 00 Aster longifolius, fg 10 00 Aster patens, fg 6 00 Aster puniceus, fg 10 00 Aster spectabilis, f g 6 00 Aster Tradescantl, fg 6 00 Aster Tataricus. fg 6 00 Bocconla cordata, fg 4 00 Boltonia asteroides, f g 6 00 Baptisla tinctorla. fg 6 00 Calla palDstris. fg 8 00 Caltha palustrls. fg 6 00 Caryopteris Mastacanthus, p 3 00 Clematis Davidlana, p 3 00 Clematis paniculata. p 3 00 Campanula pyramidalis. fg 4 00 Campanula pyramidalis. 2-in. blue 3 00 Campanula pyramidalis, 2-In. white 3 00 Campanula Medium, fg 4 00 Campanula compacta, 2-ln. pots 3 00 Coreopsis lanceolata, p 3 00 Coreopsis grandiflora, p 3 00 Chrysanthemum, hardy, fg 4 00 Chrysanthemum inodorum. fg 4 00 Chrysanthemum uliginosum, fg 4 00 Dentaria laclnata, fg 6 00 Dlcentra Canadensis, fg 5 00 Dicentra spectabilis, fg 6 00 Drosera flliformls, fg 4 00 Delphinium azureum, fg 4 00 Delphinium Sinensis, fg 4 00 Delphinium nudlcaule. 2-in. pots 3 00 Dianthus barbatns. fg 4 00 Dlanthns Her Majesty, fg 4 00 Dianthus May. f g 4 00 Digitalis monstrosa. fg 4 00 Digitalis grandiflora. 2-ln. pots 3 00 Dlgltalia spotted, fg 4 00 Epiloblum angustlfollum, fg 8 00 stock indicated by figures, f. g.; pot- grown, 3^- Per 100. Erynglum Virginicum. fg 6 00 Eupatorium purpureum, fg 6 00 Eupatorium ageratoldes, fg 6 00 Eulalia Japonica. fg 4 00 Eulalla Japonica, Var. fg 4 00 Eulalia zebrina. fg 4 00 Eulalla gracllllma. fg 4 00 Euphorbia coroUata. p 3 00 Funkia lanclfolla, fg 4 00 Funkla Sleboldii, var. p 4 00 Funkia coerulea, p 3 00 Gentlana Saponaria. fg 8 00 Gerardla flava. fg 6 00 Gillenla trlfollata. fg 10 00 Gratlola aurea. fg 6 00 Galllardia grandiflora. p 3 00 Geranium Iberlcum, p 3 00 Geranium macul.itum. p 3 00 Geum astro-sanguineum. fg 4 00 Helenlum autumnale. fg 4 00 Helianthus angustifolius. fg 6 00 Ilelianthus stromusus. fg 6 00 Helianthus SoUel d'Or. 2-in. pots 6 00 Helianthus multiflorus, 2-in. pots 3 00 Hellopsis Pltcherianus. fg 4 00 Helonlas bullata, fg 6 00 Hemerocallis flava. fg 4 On Hemerocalls Sleboldii, fg 4 on Hepatlca acntiloba, fg 6 '»■ Ileuchera Americana, fg 4 nii Hibiscus Crimson Bye. fg 4 "" Hibiscus coeclnens. p 3 <"' Hibiscus Rose Pink, fg 6 (ii) Hollyhocks, 4 colors, fg 4 00 Houstonia coerulea. fg 6 00 Hypericum angulosum. fg 6 00 Iberls eempervirens, 2-in. pots 3 00 Ipomoea pandurata, fg 12 00 Iris Germanica, p 3 00 Iris pumila. p 3 00 Iris Siberica. p 3 00 Iris Kaempferl, fg 4 00 Dancing Lion, purple, very large and double. Sky-agalnst-the-clouds, white, very large and fine. Glorious, maroon and white, variegated. Crane, white and blue, large and fine. Hollyhock, blue, shaded purple. Fairy, bright blue. Columbia, violet, very large and double. Admiration. maroon, spotted lighter, very grand. Surprise, violet, bright and clear. Sawo-Watshii, pure white, large and fine. Yum Yum, purplish blue. Kasul-no-iro, light blue, very handsome. Snow Cloud, double white, large and beautiful. Spotted Fawn, light purple, with white spots. Midnight, violet, very large and double. Koko-no-iro, light purple, large and dou- ble. Tora-odorl, variegated blue, large flower. Data Dogu. bright purple, very large and attractive. Per 100. Lavandula vera, p $3 00 Lychnis Chalcedonlca. fg 4 00 Lobelia cardinalis. p 3 00 Lobelia syphilitica, fg 6 00 LInum perenne, p 3 00 Lathyrus latifollus. p 3 00 Llatrls gramlnlfolia, fg 4 00 ins., by p. Per 100. Llatrls splcatfl . fg 5 00 Lllium Phlladelphicum, fg. each 35 Lupinus perennis. fg 8 00 Lysimachia clllata, fg 8 00 Ly thrum Salicaria, fg 8 00 Matricaria, fg 4 00 MItchella repens, fg 3 00 Mondara didy ma. fg 4 00 Myosotls palustris, p 3 00 Oenothera Fraserii, p 3 00 Oenothera frutlcosa. fg 4 00 Papaver bracteatum. 2-ln. pots 3 00 Platycodon grandiflorura, p 3 00 Platycodon grandiflorum 3 00 Platycodon Marlesii, p 3 00 Paeonies, red, pink, rose, fg 9 00 Pardanthus Sinensis, fg 3 00 Pentstemon, assorted, fg 4 00 Pentstemon barbatns, fg 4 00 Phlox subulata alba, p 3 00 Phlox subulata rosea, p 3 00 Phlox, herbaceous, fg 4 00 Alceste, fine pink, red center. Aurora Boreale, orange, with purple center. Caran d'Ache. carmine. Epopee, violet, with red center. Hector, pink, very large and fine. J. H. Slocum, rose pink, crimson eye. Jules Jouy, lilac, with white center. Mme. P. Langier, bright red, vermilion center. Premier Minister, white, with deep rose center. Terre Neuve, lilac, violet center. Queen, pure white. Nothing can sur- pass it. Richard Wallace, white, with violet center. Per 100. Physostegia Virglniana, fg $4 00 Pyrethrum roseum, fg 4 00 Plumbago Larpentae. p S 00 Pyrolo rotundifolia, fg 4 00 Rudbeckia Golden Glow, fg 4 00 Rudbeckla Newmanii 3 QO Salvia pratensis, fg 4 00 Statice latifolia. fg 4 00 Tritoma grandiflora, p 3 00 Tradescantla Virginica, p 3 00 Trillium grandiflorum, p 3 00 Valeriana, fg 4 00 Veronica officinalis, p 3 00 Yucca filamentosa, f g. , small 3 00 Yucca fllamentosa, fg., large 8 00 SHRUBBERY. Berberls vulgaris, fg $6 00 California privet, 2 ft., fg 3 00 Calycanthus floridus, fg 6 00 Deutzia. Pride of Rochester, fg 6 00 Forsythia virldissima, fg 6 00 Hydrangea pantlculata grandiflora, fg., small 4 00 Hydrangea paniculata grandiflora, fg., large 12 00 Kerria Japonica. fg 6 00 Ribes (flowering currants), fg 6 00 Sambucus aurea. fg 6 00 Spiraea Thunbergil, fg 6 00 Spiraea Anthony Waterer. p 3 00 Single plants sold at 100 rates, when not less than 100 are taken. Under this amount rates will be doubled. Not less than 500 plants sold at 1,000 rates. Cash with Order. EDWARD B. JACKSON, Stamford, Conn. Dahlias Mrs Winters THE WORLD'S BEST WHITE DAHLIA. Novelties and Stand- ardvarieties. 18vrs'. experience and have failed ot no prize competed lor. See my catalogue before placing your order. Also fine field-grown Hollyhocks at $2.50 per 100. Cannas, Pseonias and Hardy Plants. Cheap mix- tures are dear; get the best. W. W. WILMOREp The Dahlia Specialist, Box 382, DENVER. COLO, GHRYSftNTHEMUMS are our SPECIALTY. We also offer a complete list of Carnations, Cannas, Pelargoniums, Etc. Send for Catalogne. Nathan Smith & Son, Adrain, Mich. IMPATIENS THE QUEEN This variety we now offer for the first time, it being far ahead of any cheap bloom- icg house plant that ■we know of. A grand plant for out-of-town florists. Flowers J'i to JV2 inches in diameter, color a delicate satiny pink with bright car- mine eye, center of petals faintly tinged with white, wonderfully profuse and of the easiest culture. Price, 2-inch pot plants, $1.50 per doz.; $J0 00 per 100. CENTSAI. MICHIGAN NURSERY, Kalamazoo. Mich. Violets My Specially Good slrorg rooted runnersof Princeesof Wales and La France at $3 per 1000: $i5 per 10,(00; now ready. Also Trpe Violets in 2V^-in. pots and 8 to 12 inches high, ready May 1st, «t $5 per ICO. Orders booked now. Cash with order. FD.BOULON.SEACLIFF.L.I. GRABS & HUNTER, Grand Rapids, Mich. GERANIUMS Per ICO 16 fine varieties, 2J^-inch pots f3.00 16 fine varieties, 3-inch pots 4.00 500 Asparagus Sprengerl, 2-inch pots 2.00 Coieus, 15 varieties, 2-inch pots 2.00 Verbenas, 2-inch pots 200 Vinca Var, 2-inch pots 2.50 Pansy Plants, from seed beds, 1000, |3 .50 CASH OR C. O. D. J, U, CUNNINGHAM, Delawars, 0, VIOLETS Rooted cuttings of Marie Louise, Lady Campbell, Swanlev White and Imperial, 2}4-in. pots, $3.00 rer 100;" *?5 00 per 1000. CARNATIONS, rooted eutt'ngs. SKND FOE CATALOGUE. 386 The American Florist. Mar. 2g, Nashville, Tenn. WEATHER MOST FAVORABLE TO STOCK. — CHEAP TRADE BARRED FROM EASTBE COM PETITION. — BUSINESS IN GOOD HANDS. The weather for the past few weeks has been so favorable that there seems to be an abundance of flowers of all kinds, and the florists' windows are radiant with bloom. Some of the finest Bride and Bridesmaid roses ever produced for any market are being shown here now, Joy & Son showing some that are enor- mous in size, as well as perfect in shape. Violets have been somewhat more abundant, and splendid specimens ot car- nations are also grown. Dealers are looking forward to a splendid Easter trade. There is a fine lot of lilies on the market. The very early season cuts oS" the outdoor supply and the trade has nothing to fear from cheap competition. Since the retirement of Currey & Com- pany from business there is very much less competition, and the Joy & Son Company has matters pretty much its own way. The latter firm, which bought out Currey & Company, has torn down the greater part of the range of greenhouses, leaving only a few rose houses, which are at present producing very fine stock. As soon as the rose crop is oiff these, too, will be removed. Mrs. C. A. Bim, whose store is very near Joy & & Son, does a nice retail cut flower busi- ness but makes no effort at growing. Geny Brothers are enterprising young men, and have a beautiful store in the Lulane Hotel building. They are great successes with violets, carnations and chrysanthemums, which are their special- ties. They have a fine supply of Easter lilies. They grow no roses and handle very few palms. They have succeeded very well since opening an up-town store, and have been growers for many years. There are numerous small growers here but these can hardly be said to enter into competition in the general and regular trade. M. C. Dorris. COBTLAND, N. Y. — Messrs. Hopkins say that their season's addition will be about 5,000 feet of glass to their present range of 10,000 square feet. South Weymouth, Mass. — George HoUis has been raising seedling paeonias for some time and reports that he now has some promising varieties. SPECIAL April OFFER GERANIUMS. To reduce our stock of 100.000 piants at once, we will flu orders for the followiog strictly high grade varieties, true to name and lirBt-class in nvery respect: extra strong t( p cuttings, well rooted, ready for 2^-iDch pots, $1.50 por UO; $14.00 per 1000; In Variety— S. A- Nutt (best crimson btd- der), E. G. Hill, F. Perkins, Beaute Poitevine, Mme. Bruant, Dutchess of Orleans, La Favorite, J. M. Garr, Snow Drift, Thos. Meehan, Alphonse Riccard, L. P. Morton, Athlete, J. J. Harrison, E. Kelway. Mm*?. Jaulin. Double Fringed Petunias, our superb collection of ten novciltitiS, extra strong rooted cuttings, $1.00 per 100;89.0Jper lOOO. Smilax, stroDg seedlings ready for 2-inch pots, EOo per ICO; $4.00 per 1000. CABn WITH OIIDKU. TtieW.T. Buckley Plant Co., Springfield. III. All the best varie- I'Xtra fine plants. S. A. Nutt, Miirvi-I, Grant, ]■'. Perkins, Mine. .Inulin, La Kiivorite, Hill. etc;,, 2X- GERANIUMS -_-, $2.00 per 100; H-in. if:i.oj per lOiJ; 4-liicli In bud or bloom. $5 00 per 1(K). PANilES, extra line iilnnts from cold frame oominK in bud, $1.00 pfr ICO; mao per 1C00. VERBENAS, «ro per lOU; .f 1.60 per UOO. DOUBLE DAISIES, lurfi' iibints. 76.- per 100; $B.0J per ICOU. HILL TOP GREENHOUSES, 1S-te Cray Ave., UTICA, N. Y. ROOTED CUTTINC LIST NOW READY POR Per 100 Per 1000 MarguerlteB $ .75 % 6,00 Heliotrope, 4 varieties 60 English Ivy 2.00 Pyrethrum, double white l.OO Achyrantbes, 4 varieties 1.00 Salvia, 4 varieties 60 Ageratum, 6 varieties 60 Alternanthera. 4 varieties 75 Fuchsias, 3 varieties 1.25 Abutilons, 12 varieties 2.00 Coleus, 75 varieties, named 75 " not named 60 " Verschaffeltii, red 60 golden 60 5.00 18.00 8.0O 8.00 5.50 5.00 6.00 10.00 18.00 6.00 5.00 4.50 4.50 SHIPMENT. Per 100 Per 1000 Coleus, Golden Bedder 60 4.50 Brilliancy 8 00 RnCtnn FprnC strong, bushy, well grown UUaiUII I t-l lia stock for immediate ship- ment. Per 100 Per 1000 2X-inch pots 12.50 I22.0O 2i<-inch pots 3.0O 28.00 3 -Inch pots 6.00 55.00 PTERIS TREMULA, 2ii-inch pots, per 100,12.00; 2V4-in. pots, per lUO, $3.00; 3-in. pots, per 100, $5, For list of varieties see American Florist of Nov. 9. If wanted by mail add 15c per 100. Sam- ples by mail 25c. W. H. Lincoln, Jerome Jones, Golden Wedding, Philadelphia, Ivory, " ''* "■ lie Wanamaker, Louis ISoehmer, Maud Rooted cuttings, grand stuff, $1.25 per CnRYS4NTHEMlMS Dean, Viviand-Morel, Bajor BonnafFon, G. W. Childa. lOU; $10.00 per 1000. ^P~A1I the above sold on the positive guarantee of their being flrst-class, if not, your money at once refunded. JOH^ IRVINE & SOMS, Bay City, Mich. lADiscountof 50°oonWittbol(liiFerns I FOR 30 DAYS ONLY. 2^-incli, $5.00; 3-iiicli, $8.00; 4-inch, $12.00; 5-iiicli, $20 per 100. Bencli plants, $3 to $8 per 100. Good for lo-incli pots, 50 cts, each. THESE ARE JUST WHAT YOU WANT FOR EASTER. A. J. BALDWIN, Newark, Oliio. CASH PLEASE. We have ready for immediate delivery strong, thoroughly estab- lished plants from 2 1-4 and 2 1-2 inch pots, accoruing to vigor of variety, in the following kinds: Mme. Buchner, Countess d'Har- court, Rene Bazin, Mme. Rozain, Eulalia, $3.50 per 100. Beaute Poitevine, Mme. Lau- dry, Richelieu, Mme. Chas. Molin, Mme Barney, Comtesse de Castris, S. A. Nutt, Marvel, Mme. Ph. Labrie, Mme. Desbordes, Valmore, Marie Fournier, |4.00 per 100. Alphonse Riccard, John Doyle, 14.50 per 100. Jean Viaud, Mme. Charrotte, $5.00 per 100. Pasteur, $8.00 per 100. Le Soliel, $10.00 per 100. THE COTTAGE GARDENS, QUEENS. L. I. Please rention the American Flormt luhen wriUnf HOME-GROWN, riNE, CLEAN STOCK; OBOWN COOL. Write lor Price Lilt. J. B. HEISS. The Exotic Nurseries. DAYTON, OHIO. PUase mention the American FloriU when writing. GERANIUMS'TaV.'^d'Izr GERANIUMS — Dbl. Grant. Alphonse Riccard, Mme. Thihaut, Mme. Jaulin, Gloire de France, Frances Perkins, Beaute Poitevine, La Favorite, S. A. Nutt, etc., stronj^ well grown plants from 2!4-in. pots, labeled, $3.(0 per 110; $.'.5.00 per 1000. Mixed, my selection, $-2.00 per 100; $18 00 per 1000. Extra strong plants from 3-in. pots, in bud and bloom. $4.00 per UO; $;«.00 per lOUO. From 8H-in. pots. $9.00 per 103; $50.00 per lOlO pAUU AC (Dormant roots), 2 to 3 eyes, strong UHlllinO tubers, Florence VauRhan, Queen Charlotte, Chas. Henderson, $2,C0 per 100; $15.00 per 1000. Started from sandbed, $2.50 per 100; $J0.C0 per lOCO. Gyclamsn Perslcum Splendens Giganteum Finest strain in the world, in four true colors, now ready, transplanted from I\at8, 3 to 4 leaves, line plants. $3.0ii_per lOJ; $.'5 OD per 1000. Id good mixture only, from 2*-^- in. potB. $4.00 per 100. PAUL MADER, East Siroudsburg, \*m. Begonia Rex Splendid Slock VERBENAS $2.00 per 100 VERBENA CUIIINGS 5.00 per 1000 COLEUS 2.00 per 100 COLEUS CUniNGS 600 per 1000 GERANIUMS, fine sorts 3.00 per 100 ' PANSIES. grand strain 2 00 per 100 CENTAUREAS 2.50 per 100 STOCKS, white 2.00 per 100 SEND FOR LIST. W. L. SMITH, aURORA. ILL JOSEPH HEACOCK, Wyncote, Pa., Grower of Palms and Am. Beauty Roses. igo2. The American Florist. 387 DADCAIUV READ THIS, FOR HERE IS WHAT DAnDllinOi YOU WANT AND WE WANT ROOM. Qeranlums, composed of S. A. Nutt, La Pilot, Richard Brett. Frances Perkins, Beaute Poilevine, Dble. Qen. Grant, Bruanti, Ruy Bias. Gloire do France, Centaurean, Alph. Kiocard, Margaret de Leyas, Jas. Gaar, Wunder, Granville. La Favorite, Mme. BruaDt, and several other varieties in 2!< in. pots, also Rose Geraniums, and want shifting at once, at J2.50 per lOU; SiO.OO per 1800 Special prices in lots of 5000 or more. 500 at 1000 rate. Coleus, in variety, SM-in. pots, $1 50 per 100; rooted cuttings 610. per 100; $5.00 per 1000. Vergchaffeltil and Queen, 7Uc. per 100; S6.00 per ICOO. Anthemls Shower of Gold. R C, $1.50 per 10. AKeratum, in variety, 2i-.i-in. pots, $3.00 per lOO; rooted cuttings, 60c. per 100. Fuchsias, in variety, 2>i-in pots, $3.00 per lOO; rooted cuttinjj:s, 41.25 per lOU. Heliotrope, in variety, 2!4-in. pots, $2.00 per 100; rooted cuttings, $1.00 per lUO. Salvia, in variety, 3W-in. pots, $2.00 per 100; rooted cuttings, 76c. per 100. Var. Vincas. 2M-in. pots, $2.00 per ICO; rooted cuttings, ftne, $1 00 per 100: 4-in. pots, $8.00 per ICO. Feverfew, from soil. $1.50 per 100. English Ivy, from soil, $2.00 per 100. Cash with the order. J E. FELTHOUSEN. Schenectady, N Y. A FEW GOOD THINGS YOU WANT. SPECIAL EASTER PRICES. KENTIA BELMOREANA and FORSTERIANA, spec- ial price to reduce stock. 3i4-in., 8c: 3-in., 15c; 4-iH. 35c; S-in., 50o; 6-in., $1.00. 3, 4, 5-in. ARECA LUTESCENS. 3 and 3 plants to a pot. same price. These are excellent lot of clean, cool grown plants. BOSTON FERNS. 4c, 8o, 15o, 30o and 50c each. DRACAENA INDIVISA, 3, 4, B-in., 6c, 10c, 2dc each. CHINESE PRIMULA and CINERARIA, fine plants, to close out. 3 and 4-in., 4c and 6c each. GLADIOLUS BULBS, good mixture, $1,00 per 100. GERANIUMS, 2-in., Bonnat, double and single Grant, La Favorite, S. A. Nutt, Atkinson, Salleroi, $3.00 per 100; 3-inch, $5.00 per 100; Poitevine, M. Barnv. Kleber, John Doyle, Jaulin, Riccard, Mrs. E. G. Hill, Perkins, $4.00 per 100. CARNATIONS, rooted cuttings, Scott, McGowan, Portia, $1.00 per 100; E. Crocket G. Lord. Mar- quis, $1.50 per ICO; Prosperity, Lawson, Queen Louise, Floriana. $5.00 per 100; Kittatinny, white sport from Daybreak. $3.00 per 100. ASPARAGUS SPRENGERI, 3-inoh, $3.00 per 100; Plumosus, 3-inch, $8,00 per 100. Cash or C. O. D GEO. M. EMUANS, NEWTON, N. J. STOCKS. Ten Weeks, out of 1\-i- in. $2.co per 100; $15 per lo:o. Salvias. JLj-inch, $3.00 per 100. Giant Alyssum, 2M-inch, $2. CO per 100. Sweet Williams, 1 year old plants. i3.00 per 100; $15. CO oer 1000. Forget-Me-Not, 2!4-inch, in bloom. $1.50 per 100. Vinca Variegata, rooted cuttings, $1.0i) per 100. J. C. SCHMIDT, Bristol, Pa. ROOTED CUniNGS OUR SPECIALTY-Vtrbenil. all standard named kinds, 60c per 100; $5.00 per 1000. Hdlotrape, 14 named varieties. $1 00 per 100; $8.00 per 1000. Pitiinia*, 24 varieties, $1 25 per 100. Sahrlai, 5 varieties, $1.00 per 100. Agentumi,5 varie- ties, 60c per 100. Colau*, 34 varieties, 6uc per 100; 15.00 per 1000. Alyuum, 11.00 per 100. Express prepaid on all Rooted Cuttings. Satisfaction guaranteed. Cash with order. Write — 8. D. BRANT. CLAV CENTER. KAN. RED pots SAMPLE POT AND PRICE LIST ON APPLICATION. C. C. POllWORTH CO.. Kl^'^*"'^" WRITE AF IfnUD 1521-23 N. LBAVITXar.^ ■ ■■ KUnili OHIOAGO. ILL., rOB FBIOZB 07 Standard Pots whloh tor itrength and poroilty oomblned are the beit on the market THOSE RED POTS "STANDARDS" FULL SIZE AND WIDE BOTTOMS. BULB PANS AND AZALEA POTS. DETROIT FLOWER POT M'F'Y, HARRY BALSLEY, Rep. "EUREKA" WEED KILLER. I A SOLUBLE POWDER. NO LEAKAGE or DANGER. ____ EASILY APPLIED. Positively clears all patha and drives of weeds without disturbing the gravel; lasting effects. $1.00 Tin Suffielant for 100 Square Yards. lfaill*UBUIC CEEn CTADC Sole Ageats for the 84-86 Randolph St.. CHICAGO VAUUnAll O dCkU OlUlfCl U. S. andCunada. 14 Barclay Street, NEW YORK' ainTTTHTTTnnTTrTTTnTTnnnnftW>l>H»»H>wnnnTtTtnTT"""nTTTTTTIT"""WntTnwTTrtTTTT1t Awaraea cneoaiy oriv- olaia Csrtillcats ot Merit by the Society of Amer- ican Floriitiat Bolton Aug, 21, 1890, (or Stand- ard Flower Poti. HILLDIN jERSExtiT^ ONG Island (Tty Philadelphia Traveling Representative, U. CUTLER RYERSON, 108 Third Ave. Newark, N.J. fe^ «. STANDARD FLOWER POTS \ Packed in small crates, easy to handle. Pots Price perorate 1500 2-in., in crate, ' Bed Standard Pots. OORREOT SIZE. SUPERIOR QUALITY. Write (or price lilt. MILWAUKEE, WIS. 6. fiENNEGKE 60., DETROIT. MICH., 49a Haward St. Standard PnX^ Flower... ■ V^ * O If your greenhouses are within BOO miles of the Capitol, vnite us, w^e can save you money W. H. ERNEST. 28th and M Streato. WASHINGTON. D. & GEO. KELLER & SON, MANUFACTURERS OP FLOWER POTS. Before buying write for prices. 361-363 Herndon Street, near Wnghtwood Ave., CHICAGO. ILL. Please mention the American Florist every time you write to an advertiser. 15U0 2M 1500 2H lono 3 800 3V4 500 4 3205 1416 5.25 6.00 5.00 5.80 4.50 4 51 3.16 Pots Price per crate 120 7 in., in crate, $4.20 60 8 48 9 48 10 24 11 24 12 12 14 6 16 3.00 " 3.60 4.80 360 '• 4.80 " 4.80 " 4.50 Send for price Hanging Bas- Seed pans, same price as pots, list of Cylinders tor Cut Flowers. „ kets, Lawn Vases, etc. 10 per cent oCE for cash witti order. HILFINGER BROS' POTTERY, OR ... FORT EDWARD, N. Y. AnaosT Eolkbr k- Mention the American Rorist when wnting to advertisers on this page. ►♦♦♦♦♦♦»>♦♦♦»♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦» Your order for EASTER NOVELTIES should be placed without any delay, as our New Impor- tations of Plan* Baskets, Chip Ribbon, Birch Bark Crosses, Porto Rican Mats, Water-proof Crepe Paper (all kinds); also Cords and Tassels have just arrived. In order to secure the Very Latest and Best EASTER GOODS, your promot attention will avoid disappointment, and give best satisfaction. Catalogue for the asking. For all Up-to-Date Florists' Supplies, send to ths Easter Leading Florists' Supply House. Imporiers and Manufacturers M.RIGE&GO., 918 Filbert St., Philadelphia, Pa. A Shipment Wreaths and Leaves. These are only a carry. The quality is the BEST and the price is RIGHT, H. Bayersdorfer & Co., 50-56 No. Fourth St., Philadelphia, Pa. from Bayersdorfer & Co. represents a wise invest- ment. Baskets, Jardinieres, Pot [Covers, Fern- eries, Vases, Doves, Sheaves, Inscriptions, Cycas fraction of the list of useful Florists' Supplies we Send for Complete Cata'ogue. WE NOW OFFER 64 Chemicals'' for making LIQUID COMPOST. Dry powders all soluble lu water, composts cost less than 3^c per gal. Correspondence invited. EASTERN CHEMICAL COMPANY, 620 Atlantic Ave.. Boston. ABELS. The Best and Cheace.t EVER- LASTING METAL LABEL made. Don't send out etc.. without being Lyour trees, shrubs properly named. Price quoted and sam^ pies on .ipplicrttion. Plain labels 40c per 100; $2.10 per lOiO. including steel marker. WILLIS G, YOUNG, 323 Brown St., Dayton, 0. Fresh Tobacco Stems. Bales of 300 pounds, $(.50. Cash With Obder W. C. BECKERT, Allegheny. Pa. FRUIT AND FLOWER PLATES Seed Packeti and Suppliet of all kinds for NURSERYMEN, FLORISTS and SEEDSMEN SBND FOR PRICB LIST, Stock Cuts, lOo per sq^uare inch. Engraving by sU processes. Printing and Lithographing. 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The society is now in a prosperous condition. It is entirely free from debt and by the gen- erosity of a friend, lately deceased, it has an invested fund. It also has the dis- tinction, since the death of the distin- guished and venerable secretary of the Massachusetts Horticultural Society, of having the oldest secretary in point of age and continuous service of any like society in New England, C. W. Smith having served fourteen years and is now serving his fifteenth year. It also has a distinguished roll of members, embracing senators and representatives in congress, judges and governors, representatives of the legal, ministerial and medical frater- nity, president of and professors in col- leges, business men and teachers, together with some of the brightest florists in the state. The society has had an honorable career and has had great influence in cultivating the public taste for the beau- tiful in nature. 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X*:l fm, l^EmmM OnL@iD Mmsrica is "thB Prow of ths JIesseI; Uibtb maij he more cnmfart Amidships, but wb are the Rrst to tauch Unknown Ssas," Vol. XVIIl. CHICAQO AND NEW YORK. APRIL 5. ipoa. No. 723. flHiii Amsm®^m iFiL^iiiisT Skvkhtbenth Ybar. Copyright 1903, by American Florist Company Entered aa Seoond-Claaa Mail Matter. Published bvbbt Sattjbdat bt AMERICAN FLORIST COMPANY, 334 Daarbom St., Cblcago. Butcrn Offlca: 79 Milk St., Boston. Subaoription, $1.00 a year. To Europe, 12.00. Subacrlptions accepted only from the trade. SOCIETY OF AMERICAN FLORISTS AND ORNAMENTAL HORTICULTURISTS. OmcBBB — John Burton, Philadelphia, Pa., presiden J. W. C. Deake, Asheville, N. C., vioe- presideni, Wm. J. Stewart, 79 Milk Street, Boston, Mass., secretary; H. B. Bbattt, Oil City, Pa., treasurer. The eighteenth annual meeting will be held at Asheville, N. C, August, 19-22, 1902. THE AMERICAN CARNATION SOCIETY. Annual convention at Brooklyn, N. Y., Feb- ruary, 1903. Albsbt M. Hebb, Lancaster, Pa., secretary. CHRYSANTHEMUM SOCIETY OF AMERICA. Annual meeting at Asheville, N. 0., Auguat, 1902. Edwin Lonsdale, Chestnut Hill, Pa., Sec'y. AMERICAN ROSE SOCIETY. Lbonabd BAitBOH, 136 Libert; St., New York, secretary. THIS ISSUE 36 PAGES WITH COVER. CONTENTS. ThP Easter trade 393 Store of E. Wienhoeber, Chicago, at Eas'er (ilLua.) 394 A group of Easter plants (illus.) 395 Fakirs at Philadelphia (illus.) 396 New York 396 Store of J. H. Small tt Sons, New York, at Easter (illus.) 397 Chicago 398 Boston 399 Cleveland 399 Greenhouse building 401 More about the Ualduin controver y 400 Philadelphia 400 Syracuse X. Y 402 The seed trade 406 — English Nursery and Seed Trade Association 406 Slontreal 405 AuKUSta, Ga 4' 6 The nursery trade 408 Pittsburg 408 Providence, E. 1 408 Our pa- times 410 —At New York 410 TncUanapolis 410 Lowell, Mass 410 San Francisco 412 Cincinnati 414 Nashville, Tenn 414 Toronto 416 St. Paul 418 Detroit 420 St. Louis 420 Minneapolis 4-22 Tanytown, N. Y 422 The Easter Trade, A CAREFUL estimate of the business over the whole country would put the increase in Easter sales at twenty per cent above last year, althongb bad weather was a deterrent in many places. It is noticeable that the few shortages were purely local. There was enough stock in the country at large, both cut flowers andbloomingplants. The prosperous condition of the people afforded the opportunity for slightly increased prices as comoared with recent Easters, but that there is a sharply defined price line above which trade ceases to be active was again clearly demonstrated, particularly by the experience with lilies. As to blooming plants, more were sold than ever before, lilies leading as of old, but azaleas were well cleaned up, although the supply was very heavy. Medium oriced plants were most salable; only in large cities did the big specimens move well. But in the cities and the provinces, alike, bulbous material was slow until it became a ca^e of Hobson's choice. Violets were in excellent favor but it was the carnation which was most called for; the lily does best with the pot. The Beauty was the leader, but there were enough roses for all, if not locally, in wholesale market!, also practically every other item. It is worthv of note that those storekeepers who are in step with the times found a nice profit in the use of baskets, pot coverings and other accessories. A number of Easter reports are presented herewith: Brattleboro, Vt. — C. E. Allen says the Easter business was very satis- factory, with large supplies well cleaned up. Dubuque, Ia. — W. A. Harkett reports Easter a little ahead of last year, with increased call for medium priced flower- ing plants. RocKFORD, III — Easter was about as last year, with enough cut flowers, also enough plants except lilies. Everything sold well, says C. W. Johnson. New Albany, Ind. — Easter trade was the best on record; everything sold out clean by Saturday night. A Rasmussen says prices were better than last vear. Bridgeport, Conn. — There were plenty of flowering plants, plenty of violets and roses but a shortage in pinks. Horans estimate the increase in business at forty per cent. York, Pa.— Jacob Reeser says that the value of Easter sales was a little ahead ot last year, and so were prices, but he could have done much more had he had the stock. Waterville, Me. — H. R. Mitchell says there was enough stock in all lines and a good percentage of increase. The greatest demand was for lilies and less call for other potted plants. Dixon, III.— O. L. Baird says Eastc r made a new record even though there were no lilies. All flowering plants were cleaned up and all good cut flowers, including bulbous stock. Parkersbdrg, W. Va — The Easter plant sales broke all records and cut flowers were not behind. Gus Ober- meyer found lilies most salable. All stock was well cleaned out. Evansville, Ind.— There was a little shortage on roses and carnations, all cut flowers being cleaned up. Primulas and cinerarias are reported the least salable plants by J. H. Wade & Co. Hamilton, Ont — E. G. Brown says the business was about aa usual. There was a shortage in all lines of cut flowers, but enough plants except lilies. Bulbous stock was the last to move. Jackson, Miss — W. J. Brown finds cut flower trade on the increase; it was thirty per cent ahead of last Easter. Supplies have to come from Chicago. Roses and carnations are the best sellers. Lincoln, III.— W. H. Gullett & Sons say Easter trade was ten per cent ahead of last year, with plenty of everything. Lilies and pans of Dutch bulbs were most salable, carnations being the popular cut flower. 394 The American Florist. Aprils, Grand Island, Neb.— Supply was large but demand about cleaned it up and Brewster & Williams report ten per cent increase In sales. Carnations led the selling, bulbous stock hanging fire. New Brighton, Pa.— August Meyer says his Easter trade was fifty per cent heavier than a year ago He sold out on all blooming plants and on all cut flow- ers without fully satisfying the demand. Utica, N. Y.— Wm. Mathews saysthat poor stock was not wanted but that good bulbous material sold well and the only shortage was on carnations. Business increased about fifteen oer cent. Concord, N. H.— M. M. Colby says trade was from five to ten per cent heavier than last year, prices about as usual. White azaleas short. Cut flowers a little under demand. Lilies most called for. Chattanooga, Tenn. — Carnations were rather more in demand than any- thing else. Mrs. J, W. Crouch says there were enough plants but not enough cut flowers. Trade was fully forty per cent ahead ot last year. Liberty, Mo.— Paul Stark says Easter trade was the best on record. What it would have been had the weather not been cold and stormy, it is hard to tell. Everything sold well except hyacinths, of which many are left. Grand Rapids, Mich. — Crabb & Hunter say abundant supplies permitted a twenty-five per cent increase without big prices. There was some bulbous stock and a few azaleas left. Beauties were the only shortage. Lancaster, Pa. — Easter business increased ten per cent, largely accounted for by better prices. There was a short- age of stock all around. The best selling item was last year's carnation novelties, according to Albert M. Herr. ToPEKA, Kans.— James Hayes found Easter about as last year. Lilies were the shortage in plants, although spiraeas and cinerarias also sold briskly. Carna- tions were the cut flower shortage. Bulbous stock was almost a dead loss. Bloomington, III. — J. D. Robinson says stock was better in quality than last year, with enough of both cut flow- ers and plants. Trade showed little increase. Lilies headed plant sales and carnations were the popular cut flower. PiTTSFiELD, Mass.— John White says all good stock was disposed of readily, but poor material was leit over, there being sufficient of everything except pot lilies, and carnations and violets, to do a business twenty-five per cent larger than a year ago. Ouincy, III.— Gentemann Brothers say this city never experienced such demand for cut flowers and potted plants at Easter. Everything sold out at better prices than usual. The aggregate of sales was at least twentj per cent ahead of last year. New London, Conn. — There was enough stock in all departments and H. H. Appledorn estimates the increase at twenty-five per cent. There was a big call for lilies, and hyacinths in pots came next. Violets and carnations were the cut flowers wanted. Memphis, Tenn.— The Easter business here was about as last year, although better prices prevailed Lilies were the only shortage, both as cut flowers and plants. Crimson Ramblers and hydran- geas sold well, also tulips in pans, but spirceas were not salable. In cut flowers, tulips and daffodils moved slowest. The Memphis Floral Company ascribes the lack of increase in business to the bad weather which prevailed during the whole week, the trade coming the last two days. VIEW IN THE STORE OF E. WIENHOEBER, CHICAGO. Omaha. Neb.— Easter trade was good and on Saturday nearly all plants and cut flowers were cleaned up, but Sunday was disagreeable and little doing. S. B. Stewart estimates the increase as ten per cent, with prices a little higher than usual. There were about enough cut flowers, but more blooming plants might have been sold to advantage. Mitchell, S. D.— E. C. Newbury says that disagreeable weather kept trade down to about the level of last year; otherwise it would have been a record- breaker. There was enough stock in all lines, with good demand for blooming plants and none at all for palms and ferns. Lilies, carnations and roses were wanted, with no call for bulbous stock. Providencb, R. I.— W. E. Chappell notes many deterrent factors, including bad weather and all sorts of stores handling plants at low prices, but results were a little ahead of last year. Cut flowers were plentiful, but more plants could have been moved. Lawrence, Mass.— Sales were fifty per cent ahead of last year, with prices a little belter. There were enough cut flowers but a shortage on flowering plants. Azaleas were wanted but bulb- ous stock sold slowly except lily planti. Pinks and violets went well. Davenport, Ia. — There were enough cut flowers for Batter and enough of all plants except azaleas and Harrisii, of which a few more could have been used. Everything sold briskly and John T. Temple thinks the increase for the week about ten per cent over last year. Savannah, III — ^J. Y. Lambert says Easter business was fully two-fifths greater than last year, mostly on cut flowers. White carnations and callas were the best sellers. Lilies were an aggravation, at least those bought in wholesale markets, poor and high priced. Montgomery, Ala.— W. B. Paterson says trade is steadily increasing; it was fifty per cent ahead of last year, with enough plants and a shortage of cut flowers. Azaleas were least called for and in cut flowers bulbous stock was little wanted, carnations most in demand. Erie, Pa.— Easter of 1902 was the best we have ever had. Everyone cleaned out everything that was salable. S. Alfred Baur represents the increase to be twenty- five per cent. Supplies were ample, but well cleaned up. Azaleas and lilies took the lead in plants and all cut flowers sold well. Nashville, Tenn. — G?ny Brothers report an increase of thirty-five per cent, with large supplies in all lines, but every- thing well cleaned up. In plants, azaleas and lilies were wanted, in cut flowers, roses, carnations and violets, with bulb- ous stock doing fairly well, both in pots and cut. Peoria, III.— J. C. Murray says Easter busineES increases each year and this time it was nearly all spot cash, with better prices, especially on cut flowers. There was a shortage of lilies and all cut flow- ers sold out clean. All kinds of plants moved well, but bulbous stock was slow to move. Camden, N. J, — There was a good increase in the Easter business, C. W, Turnley estimating it at one-third. There were enough cat flowers, although all sold well, and enough plants with most dealers. Flowering material all sold briskly but decorative stock was not wanted. Portland, Me. — J. A. Dirwanger takes a pessimistic view of the situation. He thinks trade fell ofi" fifteen per cent and says that there was enough stock left over to supply such another Easter demand. Even lilies were over-stocked. He gives no explanation for this unexam- pled state of affairs. St. Paul, Minn.— Christ Hansen says Easter prices were rather better than a year ago and trade increased ten per cent. He says there were ample supplies of plants, except lilies, and enough roses, hut not enough carnations. Lilies were most in demand among plants, butcvery- thing moved ofi" well. jgo2. The American Florist. 395 A GROUP OF EASTER PLANTS IN THE STORE OF ERNST WIENHOEBER, CHICAGO. Galesborg, III.— Easter trade was very satisfactory, certainly larger than last year and probably heavier than ever betore. There vtere ample stocks of cut material, all home grown. Lilies were the only shortage among pot plants and I. L. Pillsbnry says there were roses and carnations left ansold. Lincoln, Neb. — Trade was excellent, possibly ten per cent ahead of a year ago. There were enough plants, except lilies, and enough cut floweri, except carna- tions. Everything sold out clean, daffo- dils and spirsas being the only items which dragged. Delivery was difficult because of high winds. Fall River, Mass. — Easter was about as last year. C. Warburton says lilies in pots 'were short of the demand, but that other bulbous plants were in over-supply. Supplies of cut flowers were about right. Lilies and azaleas lead the call for plants, and violets, lilies, roses and pinks were preferred of cut flowers. Aurora, III.— J. M. Smely says that more new faces were seen than at any previous holiday, people who bought their first flowers, and the old customers paid more cheerfully. The increase in sales was about fifteen per cent. The only shortage of plants was on lilies, which were greatly in demand, with azaleas next. Of cheaper plants, hya- cinths and double tulips lead. Carna- tions and roses were short of the require- ments. Cut tulips could not be moved. Jacksonville, III.— Jos. Heinl says that trade was one-fifth heavier than a year ago, with enough plants for the demand and some cut flowers to ship to the wholesale markets. Lilies and cin- erarias were most in demand among plants, and roses, lilies, violets and car- nations amon^ cut flowers. St. Joseph, Mo.— L. J. Stuppy says bulb pans, azaleas and plant baskets sold best. In general stock was enough to meet demands in both plants and cut flowers, violets and Beauties being about the only shortage. All good lilies sold, but the cripples were left. Trade increased considerably, probably thirty-five per cent. New Haven, Conn. — The Robert Veitch Company notices an increased demand for genistas, crocuses in pans, white and blush hyacinths and every- thing in white or light colors. Bright- colored material sold slowly. There was an over-supply of roses. Sales increased about one-fifth, but prices were lower, if anything. Olean, N. Y.— Easter was about as usual, with no increase in prices, enough of all plants and more cut flowers than the trade demanded. Mrs. F. H. John- son says that five florists are too many for so small a city, that one would do nicely and two could take care of all the business, but that with five there is too much price cutting in the scramble for trade. Nashua, N. H —August Gaedeke says the weather was all that could be desired and business all that could be attended to. The increase was thirty per cent, with about enough stock to go the rounds, "both plants and cut flowers. Genistas would not move, lilies. Ram- blers and azaleas wanted. Cut bulbous stock went slowly. ToEONTO, Ont.— J. H. Dunlop says the supply of plants was the best In'years but the increase in trade used up most of them. There was an over-supply of bulbous stock but a few nicely arranged hampers of red tulips sold well. Pot lilies were the best sellers. Hyacinths in any form were not wanted. Trade increased ten per cent. PoNTiAc. Ill — W. J. Miller says that last year he sold 600 carnation blooms at Easter and this year 1,200, but that does not fairly represent the business, for the general increase was not more than fifty per cent, with pricei probably ten per cent higher than last year. There was enough of everything except lilies, both cut and in pots. Harrisburg, Pa. — 0. Hanson says business increased twenty to twenty-five per cent, with prices a little better than last year, although there were enough cut flowers and some plants left over all around. Hyacinths and azaleas sold best of plants, tulips and lilies being in least demand. Violets were wanted, but carnations and roses went slow. 396 The American Florist, April 5, Bluira, N. Y. — Easter prices were a little better than a year ago and H. N. Hoffman says sales aggregated twenty per cent more. There was enough of everything in the plant line, also cut flowers, except violets, which were most in demand, roses being least salable. Hyacinths in pots were in especial demand, but all good plants sold. LiTTLB Rock, Ahk. — Trade was about as last year, with a shortage of cut flow- ers and enough blooming plants except lilies and azaleas, although everything well in flower sold. Carnations hung fire because loo high priced. Most of them came from Chicago and Tipton & Horst say that they had some Cranes billed at 8 cents which were asleep when received. Wichita, Kan.— Bad weather cut into the business, but W. H. Culp says the different florists report increases of from ten to thirty per cent. In general there were enough cut flowers, but they sold out clean and plants were plentiful except lilies, which were, therefore, higher. Bulbous stock had to be worked off in assortments and there was no call for palms and ferns. KoKOMO, Ind. — W. W. Coles says trade Is growing better every year. There is always a good demand for first-class stock and at fair prices. This year sales increased twenty per cent, with no better prices except on carnations. There were enough cut flowers, but not enough blooming plants. Easter lilies were most in demand, with roses and carnations leading the cut flowers. Denver, Col.— The Park Floral Com- pany says that Friday's snow storm interfered with trade, but that Easter business increased ten per cent over last year. There were ample supplies of blooming plants and enough cut flowers except Beauties. High grade roses and carnations were in heavy demand, but bulbous stock sold slowly. Azaleas and lilacs were the most popular plants. Birmingham. Ala. — There were enough plants for the Easter demand except good lilies, but on cut flowers the supply was very short. Most of the dealers here rely on Chicago for their cut flowers and the floods in Tennessee delayed shipments due to arrive here Saturday and Sunday, until Monday morning. Probably $600 to $700 represents the amount of stock which came too late. Lindsay has the best local supply, cutting over 1,500 car- nations and 800 roses for the Easter demand. Carnations lead and bulbous stock was least salable. Des Moines, Ia. — Easter business was about as last year in dollars and cents, prices rather lower. There were plenty of fair lilies, good azaleas and Dutch hya- cinths, with enough cut flowers for all demands. Everything sold well except baskets of assorted plants. There was no demand for lily of the valley or daffo- dils. W. L. Morris says better weather would have greatly improved the record. Fredbrictgn.N.B. —Weather was bad, but J. Bebblngton & Son say trade increased at least twenty-five per cent. Qualities were better than usual and prices higher. There were enough plants, also enough cut flowers obtained from wholesale centers. The carnation seemed to be decidedly the most popular flower, but lilies were required for church deco- ration. Some good tubs of Deutzia gra- cilis sold well. Hartfobd, Conn. — Fine weather early in the week made trade lively, but rain made delivery difficult. This is the way Geo. S. Osborne sums up the business: Increase in sales, forty per cent; prices on cut flowers much better, plants same as last year; lilies short, azaleas and lilacs about equal to demand; roses and carna- tions short, violets equal to demand, bulbous stock too plentiful; lilies and carnations the favorites. Dayton, 0. — Easter brought nearly one-third increase over last year's busi- ness. Choice material sold at an advance of from twenty to thirty per cent. Sup- plies werejust about equal to the demand, everything being well cleaned up, both plants and cut flowers. Lilies were about the only shortage. Fancy carna- tions and violets were most called for. J. B. Heiss says there was more pickled stock in evidence than usual and it sold very low. Fremont, Neb. — People seemed to want quality. Price was not so much considered as usual. Transient over-the- counter trade was the best ever known at Easter. Fine weather provided all the stock necessary and C. H. Green thinks business increased twenty-five per cent. Lilies were about one-third higher than usual and sold well, as did callaa and Dutch hvacinths, also rubbers, Bos- ton ferns and palms. In cut flowers fancy carnations were the strong leader. Dbtroit, Mich.— J. Breitmeyer's Sons say that trade was somewhat better than a year ago, with adequate supplies of everything and a surplus of bulbous stock. They found lilits. azaleas and hyacinths most salable among plants. They note an increase each year in the call for planted baskets and flowering plants, to the detriment of all cut stock except violets and lilies, the call for which seems to increase. Their violet sales this year ran 75,000. New York. STORY OF THE EASTHR TRADE — VOLUME OF BDSINESS EXCEEDS ALL RECORDS — PLANT SALES TAKE THE LEAD.— GOOD BLOOMING STOCK SHOWN EVERYWHERE. — GREAT QUANTITIES MOVED BDT SOME LEFT UNSOLD.— ALL ABOUT THE STOCK AND ITS USES. It is gratifying to be able to record the Easter trade for 1902 as by farthe great- est in New York's history. And yet, so extensive were the preparations made for it that Monday morning found the city dealers with a considerable amount of unsold stock on hand. There does not appear to have been any shortage in any staple lines, the main embarrassment in filling all orders and calls literally being the difficulty to secure enough messengers and teams when wanted. Undoubtedly the rain storm which set in on Friday afternoon and continued until Saturday noon affected seriously the aggregate of business done and had the beautiful weather of the days preceding and which prevailed Saturday evening and Sunday been uninterrupted, the amount of material left unsold would have been considerably reduced. It was a most disheartening prospect when Satur- day morning broke with the dismal sound of the east wind beating the rain against the windows and nothing more welcome ever happened than when the sunlight broke through the clouds in the early afternoon and released the much needed shoppers. Ed. Am. Flobiht:— The ao<-.omi)anying Illustration was clipped from the Philadelphia Record of March 25, and Is sui'li a faithful reproduction of a ramlllar scene \d Philadelphia at this season that I could not refrain from sending It to you. It telli lis own s'ory "f fakirs and cheap flowers. Tim wrller has seen hundreds of .just .such chiirae.ters lined Miong the curbstones on Market street, and their rivalry Is botli intense and amusing. OuvKR l>. Schock. igo2. The American Florist. 397 EASTER VIEW IN THE STORE OF J. H. SMALL & SONS, NEW YORK. This perversity in the conduct of the weather was much more serious In its efifects on the cut flower trade than upon the plant traflEc. The latter is now well intrenched as the main factor in the Easter business, the demand for flowers being comparatively insignificant. As for the fancy plant growers, their wor- ries had come to a close with the delivery of the stock during the early days of the week and the conditions of the situation in the city gave them little concern. The small plant growers, however, sufiered an unwelcome set-back and although they ihowed up bravely with their little forests of geraniums at the Canal street market in the splashing rain, long before daylight broke on Saturday morning, the fates were against them and their Easter Saturday, from which so much was expected, passed into history as a rank disappointment. Not much less was the case at the Thirty-lourth street flower market. Saturday morning should have been a big event here. The flowers ihowed up in abundance but buyers were almost as scarce as teeth in a hen's mouth. On this page there appears a view m one of the leading Broadway establish- ments. This is from a photograph made on Friday alternoon and furnishes an adequate idea of what the interior of a New York store looked like when ready for the Easter business of 1902. From the highest to the lowest, in the Broad- way palace and the squalid cellar or "hole-in-the-wall" alike, it was plants. plants on all sides. In all places of any pretension it was impossible to house the stock secured and each had one or more "annexes" in neighboring vacant stores where material was stored and cared for, either before or after selling. There is little to be said other than praise as regards the quality of the plant stock furnished. Some azaleas were in evidence that were too precocious and showed by their shedding bloom that they had seen better days. Crimson Ramblers, although some growers had them fine, were on an average inferior in quality and quantity of inflorescence; but in general it may truthfully be said that the great bulk of the plant material was ahead of that of past years and the decreased use of artificial adornment and the almost entire absence of tissue paper accessories may be credited in part to the fact that there were fewer imperfec- tions to be covered up. Azaleas held, as heretofore, a leading place. They were very fine and it was particularly pleasing to see a good pro- portion of the freely-branched specimens which are so much more beautiful than the squatty, flat-topped style which our Dutch supply men take so much pride in furnishing. As to varieties there was the usual assortment, special mention here being called lor only as regards the hand- some pink Haerensiana, which was introduced last year and which is now proven to be without a rival in its class. Lilies were better on the average, than we had reason to expect and it also transpired that there were enough of them, although at the middle of tue week there was a disposition to stiffen up prices all along the line in anticipation of a famine at the finish. The product of the bulb forcers was conspicuously good, hyacinths, daffodils and Hly of the valley leading and the potted violets were also uniformly excellent, although unfortunately no one has yet discovered a way toretain the sweetness in the flowers on a violet plant after being twenty-four hours in a flower store and the odor from a window full of stale specimens will extend for a block in every direction. Lady Hume Campbell is the variety universally grown for Easter potting. There was the usual number of genistas, lilacs, hydrangeas, rhododendrons, aca- cias, hybrid roses and other well-known Easter favorites, but their sale altogether would not equal in amount that of either lilies or azaleas. Bougainvillea, when seen in large specimens, was very showy and effective in store decoration but met rather scanty favor with the general buyer. Boronias, so extensively grown a few years since, were rarely seen. The use of fancy baskets and hampers filled vdth assorted plants showed no diminution In the establishments patron- ized by wealthy buyers and many of the combinations in these affairs were beau- tiful examples of taste in color effects. This was the way in which many of the pretty ericas and epacrises were disposed of. Combined with lily of the valley 398 The American Florist. April 5, orchids, Adiantum Farleyense, and such choice material, they appealed to every- one. Occasionally a cluster o) cut Law- son carnations or cattleyas was intro- duced among the planted material but there was very little of this done. Among the new aspirants for favor as Easter plants were seen Japanese cherries, cape jasmines, leptospermum and Schizanthus Weistoniensis. The latter is a very profuse-flowering little plant and as made up in masses in hampers at The Rosary met with much favor, its delicately-shaded white, pink and laven- der blooms being exceedingly pretty and having also good keeping qualities. The leptospermum bears an abundance of white, five-petaled flowers among a myrtle- like, dark green foliage and makes up very attractively In assorted baskets. Porto Rican matting in various colors was extensively used as a covering lor flower pots and in addition to the grades of ribbon generally in use a wide-meshed fish net material served efiectively as a tying material. As to the Easter cut flower trade, a very few words will suffice. There is but little left now of what was once a large and profitable business. The flower growers industriously held back their cut for a week, allowing but little to come in for several days except the stock that could not be safely retained any longer. The wholesalers put on extra help and kept open most of Friday night and all of Saturday night but the only wholesalers who found plenty to do were those who handled flowering plants — and there were several of these. A fair amount of shipping was done on Thurs- day and Friday. Saturday morning opened with enough American Beauties in stock from the previous day to supply a big Easter demand and mountains of everything else. On top of all this, van loads were arriving in the rain and the stock kept piling up while the retailers paid no attention whatever to the sub ject excepting to countermand or cut down the few advance orders they had previously given. The Greeks were wel- come buyers under such conditions and carried ofi'the Beauties by thousands but had little use for the other roses unless paid, almost, to take them out of the way. There were thousands upon thousands of Bridesmaids arriving at every wholesale establishment that had evidently not seen the light for a number of days, in all stages of bleachedness; carnations that folded their petals and went to slumber after being exposed an hour to the air, and many whose bursted calyxes told the story of the forcing they had been subjected to in order to "get them in for Easter;" violets and bulbous stock in equal profusion. Word came in from many of the violet growers increas- ing heavily the estimate of their after- noon shipments. With few orders and no indication of a cessation of the storm, persistent efl'orts were made to unload and no offer was refused. With the wel- come change in the weather at noon hope began to strengthen but the only line that rallied was the violets. They came in actually by hundreds of thousands but the buyers had a capacity for them all and they sold at fair prices, proportioned to their quality. Such a display of violets was never before seen on Broadway as were worn by the ladies in the great Easter Sunday promenade on Fifth avenue. Some wore bunches of 200 or 250 at their belts. Not one carnation, not more than a few dozen roses, were seen in similar use in the course of a two hours' saunter up and down the crowded avenue. Monday morning found the wholesale houses encumbered with roses enough, held over, to accommodate a big day's business and the wholesalers them- selves weary of limb and blue as indigo, while the refrigerators in the retail stores were well filled with the flowers left unsold. Lilies cleaned up fairly well all around. A. Rolker & Sons are moving into a new store at 31 Barclay street, one flight above Suzuki & lida. J. Blaauw, of Boskoop, Holland, arrived on the steamer Rotterdam, Monday, March 31. Vaughan's Seed Store reports a good run of down-town trade in Easter flow- ering plants. Visitors: A. E. Fancher, Binghamton; Sam. Goldring, Albany; R. E. Loeben, Gloversville; Carl. Jurgens, Jr., Newport, R. I ; A. N. Pierson, Cromwell, Conn. Cbica£o. DETAILS OF THE EASTER BUSINESS. — AGGREGATE SOMEWHAT AHEAD OF LAST YEAR.— ROSES THE ONLY SHORT ITEM.— LILIES PROVE MORE THAN EQUAL TO DEMANDS. — PRICE TOO HIGH. — RETAIL- ERS DO MOST BUSINESS WITH PLANTS — FORTtriTOUS CIRCUMSTANCES BRING LOSS TO SEVERAL HOUSES. In the opinion of those who make a conservative estimate of the Easter busi- ness the wholesale cut flower trade in this market increased ten to fifteen per cent, possibly a little more, over last year. There was a tremendous shipping demand and supplies in general were the largest in the history of the market. The height of the shipping period developed only one considerable shortage, that being on tea roses, on which a number of houses were compelled to cut their orders severely. The demand for choice stock cleanedi up all the good roses without difficulty, but at noon Sunday there were quantities of low grade Meteors on hand. On medium length Beauties there was a shortage, but of extra long stemmed stock supplies were large; however, they cleaned up pretty well. The looked-for scarcity of Easter lilies failed to develop, the close of business Saturday night find- ing several thousands still unsold in the market. This experience again demon- strates the folly of putting prices up to the point which deters the placing of early orders. The average out-of-town buyer, who has been procuring his lilies in past seasons at from 10 cents to 15 cents, could not use large quantities at from 18 cents to 20 cents and ordered very conservatively, with the result that a supply very much under that of last year proved more than ample to meet all requirements. The stock averaged fairly well in quality, although the stalks were not long. Carnations were in splendid shape, with the result that buying was heavy on this item and the receipts were cleaned up in excellent shape, when one considers that the cut was phenomenally large. Violets were in heavy supply and those of good quality were well cleaned up, but the lower grades dragged some- what and there was some loss in this item because of the unfavorable weather Sunday morning. The one thing which fared badly was bulbous material. The receipts probably totaled more than ever before in the history of this market and buying was not much heavier than usual, with the result that when the business approached a close there was scarcely a house in town which did not see the necessity of forcing sales on tulips and dafTodils.Even callas shared in this unde- sirable state of aSairs and valley is still a drug. In general, however, the whole- salers are well satisfied with the results for the season. There was little pickled stock. The retail trade was large, but there are varying reports. Most of the storekeepers had stocked up heavily with blooming plants and in several cases they found themselves with more than they could move to advantage. The result was that they sought to push this branch of the business to the exclusion of cut flowers, for which they had not placed many advance orders. The result was that it somewhat reduced the local buying in the wholesale market, bringing a measure of disappointment to those who had looked for something big from the city trade. The leading retailers report active sales on most lines of blooming plants, with lilies and azaleas in the lead. The smaller dealers did a big business with tulips, dafiodils and hyacinths in pots. Sunday morning's storm cut down the business usually done with Easter church goers. After the Easterruah there was aperiod of quiet reaching well up to the middle of the week. The last few days have been fairly active again. The oversupply of bulbous stock has been reduced some- what and roses are still in active demand. Carnations are moving well, but there are very large receipts and all require- ments can be met if needs are made known sufficiently early in the day. The Beauty cut is heavy with several of the big growers, but it is still averaging mostly long and prices are not high on this grade. There is a marked shorten- ing up in the available supply of smilax and those who need it for spring wed- dings are having to hustle, but C. A. Samuelson says that he is not looking for much locally in the way of April wed- dings. The society reporters on the lead- ing morning papers tell him that not for many years have there been so few spring weddings on their lists of coming events. On the Friday before Easter, Reinberg & Weiland delivered four cases of roses and carnations to the Adams Express Company at New Castle, Ind., and at about the same time the South Park Floral Company delivered twelve cases, containing 3,100 roses, many of them long Beauties, consigned to E. C. Amiing. The stock should have reached Chicago early Saturday morning but the agent failed to put it on the train and it lay in the depot all night, reaching its destina- tion after the Easter bnsinesi was prac- tically over. There has been consider- able complaint that the express company does not give satisfactory service at New Castle and this transaction means a loss to the company which will probably be large enough to wake it up to the neces- sities of the situation. The worst mishap connected with the Easter trade was one in which several of the shipping houses in this market had a share. All the stock sent out on Friday destined for Birmingham and other points in northern Alabama and Ten- nessee was caught in the floods which interrupted railway transportation on the L. & N. through the mountains of Tennessee, and failed to reach its destina- tion until Monday morning. It is prob- able that the stock detaintd aggregated somewhere in the vicinity of $1,000 and it is a loss which is attributable to no one's negligence. Stock shipped Thurs- day went through all right. The Florists' Club is making every preparation for the success of the annual ball at the Masonic Temple next Tuesday evening. An excellent programme has igo2. The American Florist. 399 been prepared, including, besides the terpischorean features, specialties by the mandolin club, Harry Brown, Hugh Wood, Hoerschler Brothers, Wm. Mack and the Misses Eaders, Lanf and Lund. The Kennicott Brothers Company says that they never before handled any- thing like the number of violets vrhich came to them for Easter. One of their growers, Eli Cross, of Grand Rapids, sent them 68,000 in oneday and 173,000 in the four days before Easter. There has been a fine display of Easter lilies at Lincoln Park this week, attract- ing many hundreds of visitors. Fifteen hundred bulbs were potted up last win- ter and the assistant head gardener, A.J. Smith, says he is fairly well pleased vrith the results. The Chicago Carnation Company is making preparations to open a thor- oughly up-to-date retail store at the cor- ner of Twenty-sixth street and Indiana avenue. Wietor Brothers have thrown out stock and are replanting roses in sixteen houses. This Is another firm which will go largely into Liberty this year. C. L. Washburn leaves to-day for North Carolina to join Mrs. Washburn, who is sojourning there for her health. Peter Reinberg filled an order last week for 25,000 violets and one yesterday for 25,000 carnations and 10,000 roses. Mrs. E. L. Horton, of Bassett & Wash- burn's, was taken ill during the Easter rush and is not yet on duty. The George Wittbold Company has potted up ten tons of cycas stems. Visitors: A. E. Lntey, Calumet, Mich.; W. A. Chalfant, Springfield, Mo.; Myer Heller, New Castle, Ind. Boston. EASTER BUSINESS SERIOUSLY INTERFERED WITH BY RAIN.— PLANT SALES HEAVY BUT ALL DEPARTMENTS SUFFER BY THE DOWNPODR.-CUT FLOWER MARKET FULL TO REPLETION AND NOBODY STIRRING. Boston's Easter was a big one. This statement is made with the full knowl- edge that had Saturday been a respect- able day as to weather Easter would have been much more of a comfort to many who, anticipating a big run, had made preparations which did not take into account the perverseness of the weather in March. Never before have preparations been made on such a mam- moth scale. The retailers were possessed of a wild desire to secure each a lew acres of flowering plants in advance and the plant growers had no objection to accom- modating them, the result being that the entire stock of available plant material was placed well in advance of the big event and the retail city stores were transformed into vast gardens of bril- liant color, many vacant stores being utilized to make room for the display. The confidence of the dealers was not misplaced, as it transpired, and the only reason why some establishments found their stands still occupied with unsold plants after it was all over was, unquestionably, the weather of Satur- day. It rained in sheets and gusts all day till evening and then it cleared up beautifully and Sunday was one of the most perfect days ever devoted to Easter festivity. As to the stock ofiered, the plants were of the usual sorts which have come to be regarded as appropriate and desirable for Easter business. There were lilies by the thousand. Crimson Ramblers, Lorraine begonias, lilacs, Jap- anese cherries, primulas, English and obconica; hydrangeas, acacias, genistas, heaths, paonias, wistarias, rhododen- drons, bulbous flowers, metrosideroses and most of all, azaleas in endless array and generally excellent grade. A word about the Crimson Ramblers: Most of those ofiered by the Boston growers were grown to bush form without any attempt at contortions in the form of crosses, baskets, peacocks,'harps or other abominations and in the matter of color and size of truss, etc., were superb. Mr. Wirth, of the Hartford Park Department, who chanced to be in town, commenting upon their beauty, said that he had found the new rambler, Dorothy Perkins, to be a good running mate for its older relative and well worthy a place in the Easter list. He also said that Heachera sanguinea would some time prove a wel- come addition^ to the standard list of Easter forcing plants. As to the cut flower end of the business the story might be different if it had not been for that same dose of weather. The wholesalers found the shipping trade excellent and the advance orders were gratify!ngly heavy. . But Saturday cast a gloom over the situation in more ways than one. Seeing the prospects, the fru- gal retailers recalled and cancelled their orders in many cases and 10 a. m. on Saturday saw the end of enthusiasm and the beginning of demoralization. To make matters worse the growers began to disgorge the accumulations of the week, which they had been storing up in the vain belief that the goods would be worth more on Saturday than on any other day of the week. Will they ever do it again? Oh, yes, they'll do it again annually for the next hundred years, probably. American Beauty was an omnipresent commodity and the high grade, long-stemmed stock was least called for. The medium stock had the preference on all sides. Other roses were abundant in all grades and had to be sold out at low values in the end. Carnations enjoyed a tremendous call, next in activity to the lilies, but there were more than enough for all. Violets were very successful, being in great demand up to Sunday noon. Bulb- ous stock had a varied experience. Lily of the valley of the cheaper grades was not salable, the best quality of fancy stock sell'Dg all right. Lilies sold well up to expectations. There was a scarcity of cut blooms which it was not possible to supply fully from the plants on hand because the latter bore a great many green buds which would have been sacri- ficed when sold in the cut state. On Mon- day morning the wholesalers were found to have a considerable quantity of cut flower stock left over, but under the cir- cumstances they, as well as most of the retailers, expressed themselves well sat- isfied with their Easter experience. M. A. Patten reminds us that his Gov. Wolcott, not Lorna, took first prize at the recent exhibition here. He says that Wolcott kept so good that it was not found necessary to replenish it during the four days, while Lorna and Marquis had gone quickly to sleep. On Easter Saturday, Ed. Welch, of Welch Brothers, had the pleasure of see- ing another twelve-pound son added to his numerous family. His friends have not forgotten to congratulate him early and often ever since. On Saturday, March 29, Miss H. T. Goessmann, of Amherst, delivered a lec- ture at Horticultural Hall on "Some Famous Gardens," Visitors: Chas. Loechner, A. Dim- mock and J. H. McHutchison, New York. Cleveland. NOTABLE FEATURES OF THE EASTER BUSI- NESS.—WHOLESALE TRADE IN CUT FLOW- ERS INCREASES.— LOCALLY PLANTS HAVE THE BEST OF THE DEMAND. Easter proved most remarkable in sev- eral respects; first for the general excel- lence of the stock; second, for the phe- nomenal amount of business done during the few hours of bright weather on Sat- urday afternoon; third for the unprece- dented demand for violets. A cold, driz- zling rain up to Saturday morning made the outlook dubious for good business but fortunately toward noon it cleared ofl and the rush came, to continue until midnight, when everything salable was cleaned up. Azaleas took the lead, with Crimson Ramblers and lilies second. Hydrangeas, spiraas and genistas did not sell quite so well. Bulbous stock went fairly well, but there were quanti- tiesleft unsold, principally white tulips- the colored ones sold best. While the out of town shipping trade in cut flowers exceeded that of former years fully thirty per cent, the local retail trade for same fell oS' twenty-five per cent except on violets, the demand for which was phenomenal, the supply beingentirely inadequate. Lilies retailed at from 25 cents to 30 cents per flower and bud plants with from three to five flowers having the call. Azaleas from the $1 50 to $3 size sold best. Ramblers ranged in price from $1 to $10, very few being dis- posed of at the later figure. Clevelanders do not take kindly to high priced goods- medium grades sell best. ' The J. M. Gasser Company had an elaborate ball decoration on Thursday at the Country Club, the table decora- tion being very unique. Eight of the tables had baskets for centerpieces, made ot Porto Rican straw and filled with Crimson Rambler roses. On the handle of each was fastened a large bowof green ribbon. The remaining eight tables had similar baskets filled with pink pelargo- niums. The ball room was festooned with southern smilax, with roses entwined, while palms and hnge vases of American Beauties filled the corners. The whole efifct was charming and reflects great credit upon the designer, Harry Jones, who is head decorator for the company! The Eaclid avenue florists all report good business. The J. M. Gasser Com- pany had a splendid lot of lilies, azaleas, spiraeas and exceptionally fine Ramblers which sold well. Smith & Fetters had a fine display of well grown plants which sold like hot cakes. James Eadie's two stores were crowded with buyers all Sat- urday afternoon and at 9 p. m. was sold out of everything. Farther out Euclid avenue Adam Graham & Son reported a rushing business, having sold out com- pletely. Their stock of hybrid roses was the best ever seen in Cleveland, especially Magna Charta, which averaged twenty flowers to the plant. On Saturday morning the Sherifi" street market was a great sight. As prizes were offered by the management for the most meritorious display everybody put forth his best efforts and a truly grand showing was the result. Fred.' Burger captured first prize. His display con- sisted chiefly of Crimson Ramblers and hybrid roses which were very fine. Jno. Mollenkopf was awarded second, the third prize going to G. M. Naumann. The craft has good cause to be thank- ful Easter came when it did, as the weather since has been most disagreeable, nothing but snow, rain and wind. Echo. 400 The American Florist. April 5, Seventeenth Year. Subscription, $1.00 a year. To Europe, $2.00. Subscriptions accepted only from those in the trade. Advertisements on all except cover pages, 10 Cents a Line, Agate; $1.00 per inch. Cash with Order. No Special Position Guaranteed. Discounts are allowed, only on consecutive inser- tions, as follows— 8 times, 5 per cent; 13 times 10 per cent; 26 times, 20 per cent; 52 times, 30 per cent, cover space sold only on yearly contract at 11.00 per inch, net, in the case of the two front pages, regular discounts ap- plying only to the back pages. The Advertising Department of the Ambbican Florist is for Florists, Seedsmen and Nurserymen and dealers in wares pertaining to those lines onl^. Orders for less than one-half Inch space not accepted. Advertisements must reach us by Wednesdaj^ to secure insertion in the issue for the following Saturday. Address AMERICAN FLORIST CO., Chicago. Now, then, let'8 get ready for a big season of spring planting. Profitble prices are essential, but prices cease to be profitable the moment they are put so high that stock does not move. A NOTEWORTHT feature of the Easter demand was the way Tiolets sold throughout the country. It affords much encouragement to the producers. Thb mailing label on your paper shows when your subscription expires; when you send your renewal note that the date changes within two weeks; it will serve as your receipt. Guiding Star. The American Florist is certainly a guiding star to the trade and no true florist should be without It. It is valu- able, instructive and beneficial to all who subscribe lor it. H. M. Shilling. Shillington, Pa. Greenhouse Building. St. Elmo. Tenn.— Hunt & Son, one house. Grand Rapids, Mich —Samuel Perry, vegetable house. Galesburg, 111.— I. L. Pillsbury, rose house. Bradford, Pa.— G R. Oliver, carnation house 32x125. Amesbury, Mass.— D. W. Worthen, one house. More About the Balduin Controversy. Ed. Am. Florist:— In your issue for March 29 is a letter from Edwin Lons- dale regarding the Rose Balduin. So much has been said on the matter that it seems like piling on the agony to con- tinue the argument, but it seems to me that lately the contributions on the sub- ject have drifted far away from the real crux of the situation. As it presents itself to me it Is this: The Dingee & Conard Company purchased a rose under the name of Columbia from Myers & Samtman in 1899; they distributed that rose under a number through the medium of their Success With Flowers in 1900; in 1001 they oSered it for sale under the name of Helen Gould. Myers & Samtman affirm that the Dingee & Conard Company were informed of the fact that a stock of the rose was in the hands of E. G. Aamus, and that state- ment I have not seen denied by the firm. It makes little difference to the people who bought the rose from the Dingee & Conard Company what was the source from which they got it; they had every right to look to them to protect their interests. More than a year had elapsed from the time they purchased the stock of the rose until they offered it as Helen Gould, yet nowhere in their correspond- ence as published have they made a state- ment that they took the precaution to protect their customers by investigating what had become of the other stock of the same rose which was in the country. If they had taken the slightest trouble, they could have found out, and it would have prevented them from issuing the rose under another name than the one which rightfully belonged to it. If they had stated in their catalogue that they purchased the rose from Myers & Samt- man as "their new rose" under the name of Columbia, it would have enlightened a great many people In the trade who knew all about that rose. They charged a high price for the rose under the name of Helen Gotxld, while it could be bought in the country at $6 per hundred, under its proper name, Balduin. This phase of the case, it seems to me, is the one which really interests the trade at large and really interests the people who paid their money for the rose under the belief that they were buying a new one, and that belief was founded upon the published statement of the Dingee & Conard Com- pany that the rose was a new variety. Anyone reading their advertisement would certainly believe that the variety was originated under their own eye and that they knew all about it, and yet, as ventilated, it is proven beyond dispute that such were not the facts in the case. Patrick O'Maha. Philadelphia. NO word of complaint as to eastbr BUSINESS. — PLANT GROWERS SOLD OCT CLEAN AND LARGE CUT FLOWER RECEIPTS MOVED BRISKLY.— MEETING OF THE CLUB. — ANOTHER DISCUSSION ON PIPE.— SOME GOOD EXHIBITS.- PENNOCK MAKES DEPARTURE. All the rosy predictions that had been made regarding the volume of busint ss for the Easter season just past seem to have been verified, as in most cases it has been a clean sweep. Wm. K. Harris, one of the largest growers, was completely cleaned out, there not being a wagon- load of blooming stock left on the place on Saturday evening. With Craig & Son it was almost as complete a clean up; scarcely anything grown for Easter was left. When one considers the great amount of stock grown by these two firms the demand that used it up so quickly seems wonderful. From all the other large and smaller growers much the same report is received; all did well and none of them had enough good stock and managed to work off their seconds without trouble. There was nothing particularly new offered; all the standard plants were to be seen, most of them in good form. Notwithstanding the dis- ease there was a good stock of very nice looking lilies which seemed to have taken on a new lease of life and surprised their owners with the way they came along the last two weeks. Those who were fortunate enough to have their lily plants ready and stored in a cool house for ten days before delivery sent in plants that gave the greatest satisfaction. Next to the lily the best sellers were the azaleas and Mme. Vander Cruyssen easily led in popular favor. Plants that retailed from $3 to $5, moved very quickly and there were very few for sale anywhere on Saturday when the grand rush came. The stores all did exceedingly well and an inventory of the stock remaining on Monday morning was hardly worth making. The weather was ideal all the week, until Friday, which turned out cold and rainy. Saturday was better but several very heavy showers in the afternoon put a stop to the rush for a while and must have been disastrous to the curbstone merchants, of whom there were a great number, and who appear to have done very welleven with this handi- cap. While there appeared a nice increase in the demand for plants, cut flowers seemed to lag a trifle, except violets, which were sold in great quantities, and the market entirely cleaned out on Satur- day evening. Extra choice carnations were oSered at $6 per hundred toward the last, which showed that the demand was not for them. All kindsof roses were in good supply, although a good ship- ping trade kept the stock moving. Beau- ties were quite plentiful. John Burton's new houses turned out 1,700 four-foot stemmed Beauties tor the week, which seems a phenomenal crop from this range of glass. There was a good demand for cut lilies. S. S. Pennock handled 5,000 flowers from one consignee on Friday and Saturday. Cut lilies ranged in price from $12 to $15, the majority going at $12. Taken altogether it was a very satisfactory Easter for all concerned. Right now is the time to start for next season by writing down the impressions, the good and bad features of the busi- ness, now fresh in the memory and which, when referred to early next season, will help both grower and retailer in planning and laying a foundation for the better handling of the increased business that is sure to come. There was a good attendance at the April meeting of the Florists' Club last Tuesday evening. Mr. Ford, of Ford & Kendig, large dealers in pipe and steam- fitters' supplies, was present and read a paper on the history of pipe making and a general talk on the subject followed. He said the great tendency of the times is to get everything as cheap as pos- sible and this reduces the quality and causes a lot of very inferior stock to be placed on the market. There was an exhibition of the new Philadelphia Rambler, an improvement on the Crim- son Rambler in that the flowers are a darker color and more double and the plant never mildews. Some beautiful new cannas were shown, which were cer- tainly decided novelties. They were all from the Conard & Jones Company, of West Grove. I must not forget to mention an Easter opening which is to continue each season at S. S Pennock's. Mr. Pennock has added plants to his stock and the week previous to Easter had specimens of all the plants arranged harmoniously and many of them decorated with mats and ribbons. He has every reason to be proud of his enterprise as his rooms were crowded each evening and much business resulted. An orchestra was present dur- ing the evenings and was much appre- ciated. John Smith, recently of Philadelphia, died suddenly in a hotel in New York March 29, of heart failure. The deceased was for several years foreman for Robert Craig & Son and afterward went into partnership withMr. Whitclyand carried on a retail business on Sixteenth street, below Chestnut, with greenhouses at Lansdownc, Pa. A wife and three chil- dren survive him. K. igo2. The American Florist. 401 SITUATIONS. WANTS, FOR SALE. Advertisements under this head will be inserted at the rate of ten cents a line (six words) each insertion. Cash must accompany order. Plant advs. not admitted under this Dead. Every paid subscriber to the American Plobist for the year 1902 is entitled to a flve-llne want ADV. (situations only) free, to be used at any time during the year. SITUATION WANTED— Aa Eardener and flo- ris', private place, married. Well up io all kinds fruits, vegetables, lawns, etc. Uest refer- ences. Addr. ss .T S, care American Florist SITUATION WANTED— As foreman in com- mercial place to take full charg». Have 20 years' experience as grower of cut flowers and plants; practical and reliable. Bfst of references. Grower, care American Florist. SITUATION WANTED— By young man, age 33; competent to take charge o( small place, or rose secti n; also de.igner and decorator. Want to work for honest party. Best of reTerences, Lavrids Neilsen, Mankato. Minn. SITUATION WANTED— By competent florist and gardener, also designer and decorator. First-class commercial or priv.ite position; mar- ried. \\ ill be at liberty April 15. Geo A. Hodgson, West Medway, Mass. SITUATION WANTED— As manager or foreman by a first-class grower of roses carnations, 'mums, violets and general s'ock. Am 39 years of age; married, no children. Have had life experi- ence in the florist business. References. Add ess W M, care American Florist. SITUATION WANTED— By experienced florist and gard -n-r, also designer and decorator; married, no children; would l.ke to take cr^arge of private or com i ercial place; age 29; German; best of references. Address J A K, care American Florist SITUATION WANTED— As foreman by thor- oughly practical florist. Good decorator, designer, etc. Grower of No. 1 roses, carnations and 'mums. First-class commercial or private position. Good wages expected. Address G. Foreman, care P. O., Canton, O. SITU ' TION WANTED— By a good grower of cut flowers, etc . age 33, long experience in all ■ branches of horticulture, to take charge, or as foreman. References as to ability and character. California or < Colorado preferred. Address J R C. 3 2 Central Ave., Minneapolis, Minn. SITUATION WANTED— By good all around fl rist age 33; single. Good grower of out flowers, palms, ferns and pot plants in general; Al references. Like to get position in place owner intends lo sell or rent. State full purticulars. A L, care Schiepan, 3455 State St., Chicago. SITUATION WANTED— By thorough, practical florist and grower of floe roses, carnations, 'mums, violets; 25 years' experii-n '.e. Good de- signer and decorator First-class commercial or private position. Best of refereno>-s. Pjease state highest wages. Address G. Florist, 1428 West 10th St., Canton, O. WANTED— Gord rose grower, section man, also good general grower. Address S. J. Rehter, Westerly, R. I. WANTED— Grower. Good wages paid, accord- ing to ability. Apply to Huntsman es and carna- tions. Married man preferred. State wages. Mt. Sterling Floral Co.. Mt. Sterling, Ky. WANTED— Florist lo work in greenhouses where general stock is grown Good wages to the right man. Address Butte Floral Co., Gregson Springs, Mont. WANTED~Man for general grepnhouse work Mus'. be good grower and steady. Wages $30 per month board an 1 roim. Leo. Kobopp. Wellington and W. Ravenswood Park, Chicago. WANTED AT ONCE— Good all-around florist, single; bedding plants and lettuce a specialty. State wages wanted. Address Thos. Gowanlock, 88 Stanton Av., Detroit, Mich. WANTED AT ONCE— A foreman or all-ar uud grower, no roses: grow cart ations, chrysan- themums, mi&ce laneoui bedding plants; good wages to good man. Daniel E Gorman, Williamsport, Pa. WANTED AT ONCK— A good designer and good salesman; must be of pleasing address, sober and leliable. None oth r nepd apply; when answering state experience with reference. E. J. Bolanz, Akron,0. WANTED— A flrst-c'ass B auty grower, mar- ried man preferred. W^ill pay good wages to right man If satisfactory will give full charge of establishment. " Jno. Muno, 51 Wabash Ave., C -icftgo. WANTED— Young man for general greenhouse work on commercial place; must be good on design work. Address, with references, age and salary, I R, care Eastern Office Am. Florist, 79 Milk St., Boston, Mass. WANTED— At once, experif-ncd man for gen- eral greenhouse work. Single man, German preferred. Wages, $30.00 per month with room and board. References required. Address J. A. Bi-^eiNGER, Lansing, Mich. WANTED— Al rose and carnatioo grower who understauds erafiiDg;a working manager; to the right man $75.00 per month will be paid. Address Owner, Station A, Lock Box No. 10, Cleveland, O. WANTED— Young man about 20 or 31 years old with two or three y ars' expcience in retail florist store; steady position to the right party. State salary expected and give references. Ad- dress S F, care American Florist. WANTED— Capabla young man for general greenhouse work. One with some experi- ence in greenhouse construction preferred. State age. experience and wag«s required, in first letter. EsTHBRViLLE GREENHOUSES, Estherville, Iowa. WANTED— A man at once who thoroughly understands roses, carnations, chrysanth-- raums and general sto -k. Must be sob r and industrious. State wages wanted, if married or single and age. Sunntsede Greenhouses, Owosso, Mich. WANTED — A good all-around man to take charge of 35,100 itet of glass. A good designer and a le to wait on customers. Must come well recommended. Single man preferred. Good wages paid for the right man. W. W. CoLEB, Kokomo, Ind. WANTED— Gardener to care for garden lawn and greenhouse cow and horse. Must be experienced «ndcapuble. Wages J30 per month with board and room. Address, giving nation- ality, age, esterience and refer nce.s. G. E. DiLEr, Palestine, Texas. FOR SALE— 6,0C0 feet of glass well stocked, house, etc. All O. K. and in good order. Bargain; terms easy; other business. Address Box 53, Decatur, lU. FOR RENT— Greenhouses and 14 acres of land with good dwelling and good water supply, without extra expense for rent. Enquire of T. H. Wright »& Co., Ft. Dodge, la. FOR SALE— A profiiable and growing florist business for sale at a very low price, wi h or without real estate. A great bargain. Address for particulars. Alma S. Pattbrbon, Fort Scott, Kan. IpOR SALE— Dwelling and greenhouses (no .stock) centrally located incity of 4.500. Long establ ' sht^d paying busine-s : no competition; 3,301' feet glass; cause, death of owner. Mrs. Mart Bezner, E ecutrix, Jerseyville, 111. FOR SALE— Prosperous up-to-date retail flor- ist business, complete, established 12 years; can show handsome profits. Engaged in another eni erprise reason for selling. Fur full pariiculara address Charles H FoS, 21st and Columbia Ave., Philadelphia, Pa. FOR S\LE— n od established florist business in Baltimore city consisiing of dwelling, greenhouses and cold frames fully equipped, several large cemeteries adjacent. Entire prop- erty and business including large stoctc for spring trade is for sale. Death of former owner cause of sale. Address N. Rufus Gill A Sons, 215 St. Paul street, Baltimore, Md. Wanted Greenhouse Manager. Salary $900 a year and house. We want a man of integrity and ability to take entire charge of our greenhouses. Must invest $500, with the same amount by ourselves, as working capital, THE ROSEB^NK CO., Cincinnati, Ohio. FOREMAN WANTED First class 'Mum. Rose and Carnation grower. 70.000 square feet of glass; good wages, steady place for comp*»tent man. Address, sending ref- erences, experience, ability and wages to Crabb & Hunter, Grand Rapids. Mich. At once, good general greenhouse men with experience on roses and carnations. Good wages. Apply with references. C. W. Johnson, bupt. Greenhouses, H. W. BUCK8EE, Rockford Seed Farms, Forest City Greenhouses, Rockford, 111. $300 Per Month. Do you want it? If so, buy me out NOW, at your own price. Good reasons. 15,000 feet. It costs >ou a postal card to have particulars. C. S. riTZSIMMONS. Lansing. Mich. For Sale at a Bargain Greenhouses, 25,000 square feet of glass, all in good condition and paying well; within 20 miles of Chicago. Owner is going to retire from business. Address F S, care American Florist. FOR SALE OLD ESTABLISHED FLORIST BUSINESS 4^ acres of ground, lOgreenbouses. several cold frames. 7 room house, barn, etc. 30 minutes from N. Y. city. Large cemetery opposite. Trolley cars pass place. 36 years in present location. Entire property and business, in- cluding large stock for spring trade. Call and inspect. Mrs. C M. Hutchinson, Elizabeth, N, J. ' American Elorist Ads Always do busines, week days and every day, Sundays and holidays, all over the country, at home and abroad. 402 The American Florist. Aprils, Syracuse, N. Y. • BYERY CIRCDMSTANCE FAVORABLE TO A BIG EASTER BDSINBSS.— PLANTS POPULAR BUT CUT FLOWERS SOLD WELL. — NOTES OF DOINGS OF THE DEALERS. All the conditions tending to make Easter profitable were present. The week was warm and bright, the result being that stock was plentiful and in good condition. All had splendid win- dow displays, and there was but little desirable stock left Monday morning. The churches had more elaborate decora- tions than in years, palms, lilies and other plants being most used. Thegreat- est demand was for lilies and potted plants, although cut flowers had a large sale. Lack of space in which to display stock and wait npin trade was the diffi- culty with which the florists had to con- tend. W. S. Wheadon, of P. R. Quinlan & Company, says it was the biggest Easter his firm has ever had. The stock was good and everyone seemed to be buying flowers. Mr. Wheadon had an elaborate display, the lilies and azaleas being the especial features. The walls of the store were solid masses of bloom. Henry Morris had twelve churches to decorate and was busy every minute. In his window were beautiiul baskets of ferns, lilies, azaleas, roses and carnations, masses of green forming the background. He reported that people wanted the best there was and price was no object. Henry Burt sold morelilies and hydran- geas than anything else. Hydrangeas are especially good this year. Lilies of the valley and sweet peas were in great demand. Mr. Burt used trained Ram- bler roses in his display. L. E Marquisfedid a thriving business in carnations. Peter Kay and Bannister Brothers also were well pleased with their Easter trade. A. I. B. LILY BULBS Rubrum. Auratum, Album, Giganteum, Single Tiger, Double Tiger, close rates. GladioluslSOO" NOVELTY. i:r..,'^^:i work and florists' window dectrations. Spikes 15 inches long, very strong erower. rich red color, three white spots on lower petal. Good substance lasting well after cutting. Successive plantings of this would secure fine window show the whole season. Per 100, $3.75. GLADIOLUS Mixture. L'o°rlent. Vaughan's Seed Store, ll New York, icago. "Fumigation Methods" BY PROF. JOHNSON. Every Grower needs CI AA this book Price l»vU AMERICAN FLORIST COMPANY, 324 0earborn Street, CHICAGO. Cut Adiantum Any Quantity, very fine, $1.00 per 100. Bulbous Flowers in larg^est assortment. CUT FLOWERS of all kinds. Holton & Hunkel Co. Adil^Araixili:©©, "Wis. The F. R. WILLIAMS CO. WHOLESALE FLORISTS, Brides, Maids, Meteors, Carnations, Cut Adiantum, Qalax, Common Ferns, and Florists' Supplies. Telephone Connections. OJ^B'VJSEv.^IVI^, OHIO. Wbol^ale flower/\arK5^ M11.WACKBB, Apr. 3. Bosea, Beanty, )ong,per doz. 3.00@ 5.00 " med. " 1.50® 2.00 " " short " .50® 1 00 Liberty 6.00@10.00 " Bride, Bridesmaid 4.00® 6 00 " Meteor 4.00® 6,00 " Golden Gate 6 00® 8.00 Petle 4.00® 6 00 Oarnations, ordinary 20] " (ancy 3.00® 4 00 Violets 1 . 00 Callas 12.50@15.00 Harrissi 15.0t.(3>l8 CO Lily of the valley 4.00 Daffodils 3.00® 4 00 Tulips 2.00® 3.00 Adiantum 75® 1.00 BmUax 18.00@30 00 Asparagus 65.00 Common ferns .25 PlTTSBURO, Apr. 3. Bosei, Beauty, specials 40.0C@50.00 " " extras 20.00@30.00 " " No. 1 10.00@15 OO " " No. 2 3 00® 6.00 " Bride. Bridesmaid 3 00@r2 00 " Meteor 6.00@I2 00 Oarnations 1.50® 4 OO Lily of the vaUey 2.00® 4.00 Violets 20® 75 Harrisii lilies 8 0U@12 00 Romans, Paper Whites 1.00® 3.00 Tulips 3.00® 5.00 Lilac per bunch, .76® 1 CO Sweet Peas l.OCca* 2.00 Smuax I5.0O®20 00 Adiantum 1 00® 1.60 Asparagus 50. 00® 75. 00 OraoiBBATI, Apr. 3. Boiei, Beauty 20.00@40.00 " Bride 4.00® 6.00 " Bridesmaid 4.00® 6.00 " Meteor 4.80® 8.00 " Perle 3.00® 4 00 Oarnations ,.••• 1'5^® ^-^ Violets , 50® 1 00 Harrisii lilies 15.00 Lllv of the valley 3.00® 4 00 Daffodils 3.00 Tulips 3. CO® 5.00 Romans, Paper Whites 3.00® 4.00 Asparagus 50.00 Bmilax 16.00 Adiantum cuneatum 1.00 Oommon ferns .20 St. LotJia, Apr. 3. Roses, fieauty, short stem 5.00®12.50 " " longstems 15.00®30 00 >> Bride, Bridesmaid n.OO® 8.00 " Meteor 4.00® 6.00 " Golden Gate 5.00® 8.00 Oarnations, ordinary 1.50® 2.50 " choice 3 00® 4.00 Violets 26® ..W Sweet peas 2.5® .50 Harrisii 12.50 Callas 10.0f@12 50 Lily of the valley 2 50(i» 3.00 Romans 2 00® 3 00 Narcissi 2.6(jw 3 00 Tulips 2.00(11) 3.00 Bmilax 15 00 Asparagus Sprengerl 1.00® 1.50 Plumosus 1.00® 1.50 Frank M. Ellis, WHOLESALE ELORIST, 1316 Pine Street, ST. LOUIS, MO. CONSIGNMENTS SOLICITED. H.G.BERNING Wholesale florfst 1322 Pine St., ST. LOUIS, MO, C. A. KUEHN. Wholesale Florist, 1122 PINE STREET. fc ST. LOUIS, MO. i^A complete line of Wire Desi^iu. Pittsburg Gut Flower Go. Ltd WHOLESALE FLORISTS. -Pittsburg, Pa. The Cincinnati Cut Flower Co., a^NJi-lSAVro. WHOLESALE FLORISTS. Consignments Solicited. Special Attention Given to Shipping Orders. Cut Flower Exchange, WM. DILGER, nianagrer. WHOLESALE COMMISSION. Pull line of Florists' Supplies and Decorations. Special attention to shipping; orders. 26 Miami Avenue, DEThOIT, MICH. ICE BROTHERS Rl WHOLESALE FLORISTS and FLORAL SUPPLIES. Receivers and Shippers ol Fresh Cut Flowers. Special iitlenlion Id abi|ipini! iirilers. A com pli'le line nf l'loii»ta' r cl». .Senil for price lis.. rr(>nii)(. returuM on all foiisi^^iiiiieiils. 128 N. Sixth St. MINNhAPOLIS, MINN. ptease mention the A merican Florist when writing. igo2. The American Florist. 403 Large Supplies OF ALL KINDS OF STOCK. We want your orders. Cots are heavy and wc have stock for all requirements. Our Beauties especially, are the finest the market has seen for some time and the prices are so reasonable everybody can afford to handle them. Everything else of first-class quality. Send in your orders. f2* t3^ «5^ t2^ J^ v^ *^^ t^' E.C.Amling The Largest, Best Equipped and Most Centrally Located Wholesale Cut Flower House in Chicago, 32-34-36 Randolph St. CHICAGO. PRICE LIST. BEAUTIES. 36-inch stems, per doz., $3 00 ai " " ' 2.00 20 " " " 150 16 " " " 1.00 13 ■• ■' " .75 «to8-in. •■ per ICO $4.00 6.C0 Per ItO Brides $4 00 6.00 Maids 4.(0 600 Meteors 4iu 6.00 Gates 4.(0 6 OJ Carnations 1.00 1.60 large and fantjifs 2 00 3.00 Callas perdoz., l.OU 1.2.i Sweet Peas 75 100 Violets 100 Tulips 2.00 4.UD Daffodils 2.C0 3.00 Vailey, select 3.00 Asparagus plumosus, per stg, .50 .75 " Sprengeri 4.00 Ferns per 1000, 13.00; .31 Galas " 1.23; .15 Leucothoe sprays 1.00 Adiantum 1.00 1.50 Smilax perdoz., 1.60 2.00 Prices subject to change without notice L. D. PHONES CENTRAL 1999 AND 1977. JABUDLONG lEoses and Carnations A Specialty.. 37-39 Randolph Street, CHICAGO. WHOLESALE GROWER of CUT FLOWERS WEI LAND AND RISCM CHICAQO'S RELIABLE Wholeaale Growers and Shippers ol CUT FLOWERS. 59 Wabash Ave., Chicago, WHOLESALE FLORISTS Benthey&Co. p. F. BENTHEY, Manasef, Wholesale Commission Florists 31-35 Randolph St.. CHICAGO. l^nConsi^ments Bolicited FRANK GARLAND, "*:™:,o,CutFlowers 8PE0IA1. ATTENTION TT^Tf Tg'l^T'ffl QIVEN TO HARDY CUT -"^ JV.^^.1-^ "^S S9-S7 WABASH AVENUE, Telephone Central 3284. OXIIO.A.OO« I^ease mention the A tnerican Florist when writing, GEO. REINBERG, "tJS.. Cut Flowers Choice American Beautlej. We win take care of your orders &t reasonable prices. Prompt attention. 61- Wabash Ave., CHICAfiO, ILL. PETER REINBERG, Grower and Wholesaler of Cat Flowers. eOO.OOO PBET OP QLASS. H.adquart.rs for Atnarloan Beauty. 61 Wabash Ave., CHICA80, ILL Please mention the American Florist when writing* Wbol^aie power/\arl^fe CmoAeo, Apr. 4. Roses, Beauty, 30 to 36-moh stems 3.00 24 " " 2.00 " 20 " " 1.50 " " 15 " " 1.00 " 12 " " .75 6to8 " "per 100 4.00® 6.00 Bride, Bridesmaid 5.00® 7.00 Meteor 5.00® 7.00 " Perle 4 00@ 6.00 " GoldenGate 5.00® 7.00 Carnations 1.25® 3 00 Violets 50® 1 00 Lily of the valley 2.00® 3.00 Harrisii S.OOglS.OO Callas, perdoz 1.25®. 150 Tulips 2.00® 4.00 Daffodils 2.00® 3 00 Adiantum 1.00® 1.60 Commonferns per 1,000 t2 50 .30 Galax leaves, per 10()0 tl.OO .15 Smllaz per dozen 1.50® 2.00 LILY of the VALLEY FOB EASTEB. The finest quality in unlimited quantities. Fine Valley Pips for Forcing. Write for Prices. 1409-141 1 W. Madison St., CHICAGO. LILY Of the VALLEY in large quantities, the finest that is grown, $4 and $5 per 100. JOHN WOLF S*VANM*H. OA. AiWAYS mention the American Flo- EiST when writing to advertisers. E. H. Hunt, WHOLESALE. Cut Flowers THE "OLD RELIABLE," 76 Wabash Ave., CHICAGO. JOHN MUNO, Wholesale Orowep P II* r|nil|nrA and Shipper of ym rlUllulu Boom 221. 5f Wabash Ave., CHICAGO. Tblephoite Central 3598. All telegraph aai telephone orders given prompt attention. Bassett&Washburn 76 & 78 Wabash Ave., CHICAGO. Wholesale Dealers and An A CImioiama Growers of ||Ul T lOWCI 9 GREENHOUSES: HINSDALE, ILL. Mease mention the American Florist when writing, Poehlmann Bros. Co. Wholesale Growers of s".Ji.,.i« Cut Flowers All telegraph and telephone orders _ given prompt attention, 35-37 Grbenhouses: Randolph Street. Morton Grove. III. CHICAGO, ILL. A. L. Randall, WHOLESALE flORIST. 4 Washington Street, CHICAGO. Send for weekly price list and special quotations on 1000 lots. tUase mention the American Floriit when writing. 404 The American Florist. April 5, Choice Beauties, SAMUEL S. PENNOCK, Wholesale Florist, Itl2-IIIIU0I0WST,PH'L10EI''HI».P«. GEO. A. SUTHERLAND, 34 Hawley St., BOSTON. Telephone 1270 Ualn. BEST BOSTON FLOWERS. AU SuppUes, An entire floor Devoted to Stock and Manu- facturing. Distributing Agent for United States for the wonderful LETTER, unequalled for dtsign work. Script, any color, 3V4c a letter. Block letters, IVgc each. The most elaborate design work to order in a few minutes. Gknerai, AesNTs: H. BAYERSDORFER & CO., Philadelphia. REED & KELLER. New Yorl< City. SPECIALTIES THIS WEEK: Special American Beauty, Lily of the Valley, Violets. CITY HALL CUT FLOWER MARKET WELCH BROS.. Props. 9 CHAPMAN PLACE. 15 PROVINCE STREET. Boston, Mass. ^^^ The best market for Growers who can ship good Cut Flower stock. J. K. SLLEN, 106 West 28th Street, uruf vnov niTV Telephone 167 Madison Sq. nCVV lUnK bill. N. F. McCarthy & go. 84 Hawley St., BOSTON, ARE RECEIVING ELEGANT ROSES ALL VARIETIES. DON'T YOU WANTSOME? Tel. 734 and 64 Main. Geo. M. Moss, WHOLESALE FLORIST, 82 South 17th Street, PHILADELPHIA, PA. Long Distance 'Phone 1-41-26 D. Comignmenls of Roses, Carnations, Violets solicited. N. Y. GUT FLOWER EXCHANGE 404-412 E. 34th St. Near Ferry. Open for Cut, Flower Sales at O o'clock Every Alomlng: DEBIRABLE WALL SPACE TO RENT FOR ADVERTISING. JOHN DONALDSON, Secretary. Wbol^ale power/arKjfe Boston, Apr. 2. Boiei, Beauty, extra 23.00@40.00 " " medium 10.00@15.00 " " culls 6.00® 8.00 " Bride, Bridesmaid, Meteor. 2 00@ 6.00 " eitra 8.00@10.00 Carnations 1 50@ 2 00 " fancy 3.00® 4 00 Lily of the valley 2.00® 4.00 Violets 40@ 50 Harrisii lilies 8 00@10 00 Astilbe 3.001'fi 3 00 Narcissus Paper White l.S(@ 2.00 Yellow L.'j-'® 3.00 Tulips l.CO@ 2.00 Callas 8.00@10.00 Adiantum 50® 1.00 Smilax 16.00@20.00' Phtladelphu, Apr. 2. Roies, Tea 6.00@10.00 " " extra 10.00@15.00 " Beauty, extra 35.00@B0.00 " " firsts 20.00@30.00 " Queen of Edgely, extra 75.00 firsts.... 25.00 Carnations 2.00® 6.00 Lily of the valley 4.00@ 5.00 Asparagus 25.00@50.00 Smilax 12.00®15.00 BnypALO, Apr. 3 Roses, Beauty 7.00®35.00 " Bride, Bridesmaid, Meteor 6.00@13.50 Carnations 1.50® 5.00 Violets 50® 1.00 Lily of the valley 3.00® 4.00 Smilax 16.00@20.00 Adiantum 1 .00® 1 .60 6ive Us a Trial. We Can Please You Roses, Carnations and all kinds of Seasonable Flowers in stock, WM F If ACTIIIIS Wholesale Com- nnii ■• nnOllllll, mission Florlst, 481 Washington 8t , Buffalo. N. Y. Dealer in Florists' Supplies iinii Wire Designs. Open Dar and Night. Gut Harrisii Lilies. I am growing the largest batch of lilies in New England. Have over 50,000 Harrisii besides plenty of Japans for Easter. Can supply blooms all the time from now till spring. Can fill orders lor any quantity at an hour's notice. H. N. EATON, 'Phone Connection. SO. SUDBURY, MASS. MARKETING for flowers is a pleasure il done at the Headquarters of he NEW YORK GUT FLOWER GO. Here is the choicest stor-k of the most eminent growers, fresh every morning and in full variety. Goods selected and shipped io any part of tne cout'try. Always room for growers looking for an outlet for good cut tlower stot-k. DAILY REPORTS. WE KLY PAVMENT8. SALESROOMS {SI'VoRrcfT^;"!*' "■I'^a^SXenS,. J.A.MILLANG, 2034 Madison Sq. Manaokb. EUGENE BERNHEIMER Wholesale Florist, Philadelphia. CONSIGNMENTS OF ROSES SOLICITED. Phone 14360 A, 1604 Ludlow St. AMERICAN FLORIST ADS ALWAYS DO BUSINESS Week days and every day, SuuduvN and holidays, ALL OVER THE COINTRY? AT HOME AND ABROAD. BEAUTIES Leo. Niessen, VALLEY N. W. Gor. Filbert and I3lh sts„ Pliiladelphia, igoi. The American Florist. 405 Note the Smile of Satisfaction U/hon ^^^ consignor reads his returns Prnm lIllCll the buyer opens a box of flowers rl Ulll WHOLESALE COMMIS- SION FLORIST. JOHN I. RAYNOR, 49 W, 28th St , NEW YORK, Telf*phone 1998 Madison Square YOUNG & NUGENT WHOLESALE FLORISTS ^^Ew^YORKf""'' Are shipping the finest Roses, Carnations, Valley, Orchids, Novelties, in the New York MarKet. p,,,^ U,^ j„ Applicants. TELEPHONE ZOOB MADISON SQUARE. Walter F. Sheridan, Wholesale Florist, Telephone 902 Madison Square. 39 West 28th St., NEW TOBK. Telephone Nos. 2239 and 2034 Madison Square. MOORE, HENTZ & NASH Wholesale Commission Florists, 65 and S7 West 26tli St., NEW YORK CITY. Adjoining New York Cut Flower Co. salesroom. Finest Salesroom in the Trade. Inspection Invited. All business, selling or shipping, strictly commissioiu wuni P^m c^'^^'^'''^ GHORMLEY, pn|y|||i|««ini| nnill rQllI r receiver and shipper or fresh cut flowers, daily stock or all uUlflm luullJll THE choicest VARIETIES FROM BEST GROWERS WHO SHIP TO NEW YORK. W WIf ■■■■ I W I Wll ORCHIDS, ROSES, CARNATIONS, VALLEY. Largest receiver of VIOLETS in America Talaphone 2200 Madison Squara, 67 WEST 28th STREET, NEW YORK CITY. JOHN YOUNG Special American Beauties, Surpassing Carnations, Violets, Lily of the Valley, Orchids, and all Seasonable Flowers. SI West 2Sth St., NEW TOBK. Tel. 1905 Madison Sq. THE RECOGNIZED HEADQUARTERS IN NEW YORK CITY FOR Violets and Carnations GROWERS and BUYERS make a note of this. It will be to your advantage. WIVI. H. GUNTHER. 30 West 29th St., New Tork. Telephone 551 Madison Square. FRANK MILLANG, CUT FLOWERS, WHOLESALE COMMISSION, 408 E. 34th Street, tax Flower Excliange. NEW YORK. Telephone !399 Afadlson Square. ESTABLISHED 1B72. JOHN J. PERKINS, COMMISSION FLORIST, Solicits Consignments or Shipping Orders. Satisfaction given In both. Write lor Termi. 115 West 30lh St., New York. POPULAR WITH THE TRADE. Therefore a profitable place to send your Flowers. M. a. HART'S, 48 West 30th St., New York City. Telephone 325 Madison Square. Choice Carnations. cielected Rose$. Traendly&Schenck NEV YORK CITY, 38 W. 28th Street, Cut Flower Exchange. New Telephone No. 788 & 799 Madison Sq. Wbol^ale pbwer/\arK?fe New 'Xobk, Apr. 2. Roses, Beauty, select 13 . 00@25 . 00 " " medium 4,00@10.00 " " culls 1.00® 2.00 " Bridesmaid, Bride, Meteor 1.0C@ 4 00 " " " eztra.. 6.00@10.00 " Liberty 1.00® 4 00 " Liberty special 6.00®l0.00 Jacq and Brunner 5.00e20 00 carnations 1 .00® 2 CD Carnations, specialties 3.0y^ FloWCrS Give us an order and we will please you. Our Greenhouses at PLEASANT HILL. MO. Our Store, 906 Grand Ave.. KANSAS CITY, MO. ^^"LONQ DISTANCE 'PHONE AT EITHSB PLACE. Now in Season : FREESIAS, DAFFODILS. TULIPS LILAC. SWEET PEAS and ACACIA. EDW. C. HORAN. cyj 47 WEST 28th ST.. NEW YORK. FLOWERS AI WHOLESALE. Tel. 421 Madiion Square. All Roses, Violets 406 The American Florist. April 5, The gEEE) Tmjdb. AMERICAN SEED TRADE ASSOCIATION. J. E. NoBTHRUT, Pres.; S. F. Leonard, Vioe- Pre«. ; S. P. Wiij.ari>, Wethersfleld, Conn., Sec'y and Treas. Twentieth annual convention, Twin Cities, Uiim., June, 1903. Visited New York: W. H. Dennison, Ellisburg, N. Y. There is a brisk demand lor Red Wethersfleld onion seed. A FEW small lots of Alaska peas are being oflered at lower rates. Visited Chicago: Jacques Conrtine, representing Union Horticole, Hyeres, France. The Salzers advertise that they dis- tribute about 125,000 pounds of onion seed annually. RocKFORD, III. — H. W. Buckbee is not recovering as fast as was expected from his recent injuries. Timothy seed sold at $6.90 per hun- dred pounds at Chicago March 27, the highest mark for thirty years. W. H. TiLTON, formerly with John Lewis Childi, Floral Park, N. Y., is now with Vaughan's Seed Store, New York. Mattitcck, L I , N. Y.— J. M. Lupton states that cabbage stocks for seeding are now being planted and that they are in very fine condition. The loss from rotting is very small and the cabbages look particularly bright and healthy. English Nursery and Seed Trade Association. The annual meeting of this association was held March 11, at the offices of the association, 30 Wood street, Cheapside, London, E C. The officers were re-elected as follows: President, N. N. Sherwood (Hurst & Sons); treasurer, W. J. Nut- ting (Nutting & Sons): secretary, J. P. Worrell, 30 Wood street, Cheapside, London, E. C. The asiociation now con- sists of 120 members in the United King- dom and 37 foreign members. The objects of the association are to collect and disseminate information beneficial to members, collection of debts, investiga- tion of bankruptcies and assignments, attending creditors' meetings, making trade inquiries and supplying status reports; members aftord to each other through the secretary mutual private information as to the financial position and extent of credit which may be given. Montreal. WEATHER FAVORABLE AND EASTER LEAVES EVERYONE SATISFIED WITH TRADE.— STOCK WELL CLEANED UP IN ALL LINES.— EXPRESSIONS OF RETAILERS. The mild and bright weather we enjoyed for the last week helped to bring stock in on time and very little was behind for Easte"-. Satisfaction is man- ifest everywhere. Although Saturday was a nasty day plants and cut flowers were disposed of very easily and the storekeepers all sold out. The plants leading in demand were lilies, spiraeas, lilies of the valley and hyacinths, with Ramblers following. In cut flowers roses, carnations, lilies of the valley and violets were the most looked for. The prices were about the same as last year. The stores in general were looking very gay on Good Friday, but it would he a task to decide which made the best show, J. Bennett. C. Campbell or S. S Bain. Harris & Hopton, besides their own. bought all the lilies available and had a good trade in tulips. Wilshire Brothers report only three plants left and were wishing to rest on Sunday, but funeral work had to be done. Miss I. Cairns was very busy. L. H. Goulet said it was a big day, especially on cut flowers. B. T Greaves had a great call for lilies, and his large crop of carnations ran short. Miss Murray had a splendid trade; her 500 western lilies went like hot cakes. Hall & Robinson disposed of all their general stock, including their beautiful Ramblers. T. Gorman did exceedingly well. P. McKenna & Son had the best stock on record, in quality as well as variety, and sold nearly out. Their lilies were the best in the city. E. Bourbonniere did flnely, especially on white flowers, and had quite a trade duringthe last week. CDeloremier found the greatest call for lily of the valley in pots or cut and his lilies and hyacinths were sold without trouble. John Eddy & Son had big trade and fine carnations. Harry Eddy, who opened a retail store on St. Catherine street for Easter, had his store filled and emptied it just as easy. He had splendid hydrangeas. C. Deryncks, who bought a place near Mount Royal Cemetery, is going to push a general stock business, and did well at Easter. G. V. Augusta, Ga. BIG INCREASE IN EASTER SALES AS COU- PARED WITH LAST YEAR. — PLANT BUSI- NESS OPENING BRISKLY. There was a material increase in the demand for cut flowers for Easter trade, the increase being at least twenty-five per cent over last year, but prices ruled about the same as last season. Supply was unequal to the demand, both for cut flowers and plants in bloom. White azaleas and Lilinm Harrisii were in greatest demand. Astilbe Japonica, cinerarias and cailas were slow sale. In cut flowers white carnations took the lead, Kaiserin and Bride rosts next, colored carnations. Bridesmaid, Golden Gate and American Beauties running a close third. Violets were not in demand as nearly every garden in this section poseeses a bed of this old favorite and this season they seem to outdo them- selves in blooming. Buyers are becoming more discriminating in quality every year and inferior stock cannot be palmed ofl on the purchaser. The demand for palms, decorative and bedding plants is opening briskly and promises to exceed that of any other year. This would indicate that our peo- ple are paying more attention to the adornment of their houses and grounds. L. A. B. aMj^:BE>ieos^E>ss! ^tr:BB>ieosE>s! Double Excelsior Pearl, No. 'I, : per 100; $4.50 per ICOO. AUIUCCC nnilDI C mCflHIlC Exceptionally flneroot^. with 3 and 4 ntr-'ng eyes, all blllilCdll UUUIfLC rACUNIAd colors mixed, per doz., $1; $« per lOU; $55 per lOOI). CYCAS STEMS) (SAGO PALM)* 101b5.,$l.O0;25ibs.,$2.00;lO01bs., Sg.CO. Johnson & Stokes. g.Vr.rs^.^ Philadelphia, Pa, Import Freight Agents Delaware. LacKawanna & Western Eailroad Co. at New York, N. Y. -^-Si^Bi^Bt^GTSr . BjooPfoadY'.. r>i«S¥>.^'ro^. F. B. VANDEGRIFT & CO., Publishers of Vandegrift's United States Tariff. Customs Brokers and Forwarders. Foreign Express, Export and Insurance Brokers. WFIl/ Vnni^ Office, 66 Beaver street I A. B. C. Code Used I fVnC KC.(\ IlLW lUHn Telephone, 9.8 Broad. | Cable Address, Vangrift. I l/Hll/ftUU Office. 315 Dearborn St. I'hone Harrison 840. Beans and Peas Crop 1901, Selected Stock. lOO Bush. Beans, Hirlv Red Valentine. 100 " ■■ Ex. i5arlv EefuRee. 100 " " Refugee or lOUO to 1. 10 " " Detroit Wax. 10 " ■' Wardwell's Wax. 30 " Peas, (crop 1900). Pride of the Market. WRITE FOR PRICES TO A.. AT. r». {SIV^iTDKI*, Florist and Seedsman, Ridgewood, New Jersey. Pttast mention tlie American Florist when writiny Caladium BILBS (SOUND; Per 100 .''. lii7-inoh $ .1.00 7lo9-inch 4 50 ^ 9 to 12-inch 8 00 12 inches and up 10.00 VAUGHAN'S SEED STORE, S^!v''y'o°rk. ESTABLISHED 1802 SEEDS A Few Left Per lOO 1000 L1LIUM SPECIOSUM MELPOMENE, laree size. 9 lo ll-iuijhes $8..')0 $80.00 LIL1UM AURATUM, lahob size, 9 to ll~liiches 8.00 75.00 J.M.THORBURN&CO. /\lN l \-,\Jf\\\^ 1 • 408 The American Florist. April 5, The (^luRSERY T^aEiE. AM. ASSOCIATION OF NURSERYMEN. K. C. Berckmans, Pres.; R. J. Cos, Vice-Prea. QsoBeE C. Seaseb, Rochester, N. Y., Seo'y. Twenty-seventh annual convention, Milwaukee, Wis., June, 1902. The condemnation proceedings of the Rio Grande Western Railway to secure a right of way through the grounds of the Utah Nursery, at Salt Lake, resulted in a judgment for $9,678.92. Ellwangbh & Barby, on March 22, received an order by cablegram for the shipment of 200 fruit trees to Corea. No varieties were specified and they sent an assortment, including apple, pear, cherry and peach trees. Pittsburg. BIG WIND BRINGS HEAVY LOSS TO FLO- BISTS.— GEEENHODSES COLLAPSE UNDER THE GALE. — MDCH BROKEN GLASS. — EASTER TRADE VERY SATISFACTORY. — VARIOUS NOTES. A wind of the velocity of sixty to sev- enty miles an hour struck Pittsburg Sunday afternoon, doing an immense amount of damage, many florists being included among the losers. The greatest sufferer was Fred. Burki, whose plant at Bellevue is located on an elevation. One range of six houses was completely crushed and 400 boxes of glass will be required to replace the structures. The loss is estimated at $9,000. The next sufferer was George Beckert, on Brighton road, a short distance northwest from Mr. Burki's place. This plant is reported almost a total wreck and the estimated loss more than $5,000. Poland Brothers in the same vicinity lost two houses, about $1,000. Henkle Brothers' place was damaged about $300 through the wind picking up hot bed sash and driv- ing them through the roofs of the green- houses. Breitenbaugh Brothers lost some glass, probably $200 worth, and John Bader is shaking hands with himself because he escaptd with about the same OSS. Mrs. E. A. Williams, Chas. Siebert, Blind Brothers and Chas. Koenig all lost broken glass and damaged stock. At Schenley Park there was a large crowd viewing the Easter display in Fhipps Conservatory when the storm struck and the crashing glassmade greatexcite- ment. Hail fell here, but it did not bring much loss to nearby florists. The trade in general is delighted with the results of the Easter business. The buying began early and continued stead- ily, giving an excellent opportunity to care for all customers and bringing the aggregate of sales a good deal ahead of many expectations. There was plenty of stock, but home-grown material was superior to that shipped in from the east, as it had evidently been pickled. Double violets had a remarkable run and were the principal shortage. There were big stocks of fine blooming plants of all kinds and all seemed to find a ready mar- ket. Many novelties were introduced, in the line o( baskets, boxes and pot wrap- pings and they took well. Crimson Ramblers in trellised baskets were also new. Thomai Ulam wat fortunate in secur- ing a vacant store-room near his for his plant display. Benj. Elliott sent some splendid Crimson Ramblers from his Cheiwick houses and Chas. Koenig had fine Harrisii, even if he did lose half his bulbs. Wm. Louch sent in splendid hydrangeas and rhododendrons. E. L. M. Providence, R. I BAD WEATHER CUTS INTO EASTER BUSI- NESS AND LEAVES STORES OVERSTOCKED ON PLANTS — VARIOUS NOTES OF THE week's DOINGS. Easter was preceded by almost ten days of fine weather, but Saturday's storm was disastrous. With a fair Sun- day following, however, matters were straightened out somewhat and with a short supply of cut flowers we enjoyed a rush. Stock was cleaned out well, except- ing bulbous material, which is always in surplus. Carnations were scarce and of medium grade. Roses were in good sup- plv, especially out of town stock, with prices from $5 to $12. Violets were plentiful and poor but were in great demand. There was no shortage on lilies or azaleas. Taken altogether, business was good and a little past last year's wet weather standard. AH are in the hole on plants. T. J. Johnston imported the finest axaleas from New York. T. O'Connor, as usual, closed his store early Saturday and added his energy to that of the greenhouse squad. Hazard, Kellar and Wood made creditable displays, although the great burden of loss in plants will fall upon the first gentleman and Mac- nair, the latter being heavily over- stocked. Hoffman, Crawshaw and the Rhode Island GreenhouBes led on azaleas, and the latter concern had a great array of quick selling hydrangeas. F. Macrea's lilies were leaders, and Almy's hyacinths were in good shape. Williams had the run on good geraniums. One discordant note was the selling of plants to the department stores, whose advertisements were pU calculated to reflect seriously upon the florists' price. M. M. RocKFOED, III.— H. O. Hinkley opened an Easter flower store on South Main I street and had a good trade. WE HAVt OIR ISUAL STOCK Or PINE AMERICAN BEAUTY PEANTS. JOHN BURTON. Chestnut Hill Phila. Pa. Rhododendron Maximum IKalmia Latifolia The two best native Evergreen Shrubs for out-of-door ornamentation. Furnished by car load lots or in smaller quantities. Send for prices, also Special Rhododendron circulars. VINCA MINOR— 10,000 3-inch clumps for sale cheao. Fine lot of general nursery stock. EASTERN NURSERIES, iiLM^DawsorUMsr. Jamaica Plain, Mass. Park Architects and Dealers will find whatever they want in the Holland Nurseries, DeBilt near Utrecht SPECIALTIES ABE : Conifers. Evergreens, Hardy Shrubs, Lilacs, Ornamental Trees, Fruit Trees in different forms, Azaleas, Rhododendron Ponticum and Hybridum. Please send list of your wants and write for general catalogue. We will make you special offers. W^rite to GROENEWEGEN & ZOON, De Bllt. near Ctrecht, Holland. Clematis. strong,' fi ►'Id- grown. 2 and 3 year plants, 30c to35o eiich; 11.00 per dozen. HD DflQCC from 4-inch pots, own roots, I r> nUOLO $l.uOdoz.:$luper1uO:l2kinds. PAEONIAS, Choice, named collection. Di8tiuct named kinds and colors, $1.50 perdo/..;|10 per 100. f. A. BAILER, BLOOMINGTON, ILL. RHODODENDRONS "MTN." Seedlings, IIO.OO per 1000. Choice plants. .6 to 10 in., 75c per 10; $5 00 per 100 ■• la to 18-in., 11.5" per 10; 12.B0 per 100 Special prices on large lota Cash with llrst order. Rhodod nrtron Leaves for (estoonint'S. hOoperlOOO AZALEAS, Yellow, Pink and lied or Flaming, sizes and prices same as Rhododendrnns. J N. PRITOHARO. ELK PARK. N. O. B.W. DIRKEN, Oudsnbosch, Holland. ORNAMENTAL AND FOREST TREES A SPECIALTY. Conifert, Evergreens, Hollies, Etc Jt ^ Jt Prices on Application. P. LOEF AZ. & GO. BOSKOOP. HOLLAND. SPECIALTIES Rhododfndrons, Azaleas, CIt- mails, Roses and all kinds of Forcing Plants. p. J. VAN HEININCEN, Representativa. J. VAN REISEN & SON, WHOLESALE BULB Q - OWERS Voorhout near Haarlem, Holland. P. J. Van HeininKen, Agent. Catalogue free on application. New York AddreDS, 136 WATKK ST., care Of MALTUS A WARE. IRISH JUNIPER TREES Kxtra heavy, 4 ft $:;o 03 jier 100 18 to 24 in .$8r0per lOd, fdO.OO per lOOO -■4 to 30 in 10 00 pur 100, 75 10 per 1000 30 to 36 in 12.00 i>er Mi. 100.00 per lOOO 2E0 of each size at 1000 rates. Itoxiug at cost. RUBBER PLANTS grown 'rom top cuttings. 12 in. plants, $8.50 per doz.; IK in. plants, $,'j.l,0 doz.; 20 lo 24 in. plants, $7 per doz. r|/\C fO Golden Gale, La France. Uride and Ifll^l ^ llriJesmald from 2 lu. pots, $3 per **v\ja-\J ID,,. |.^j |„.r ,1,^1) JO<%EPH HEINL. Jicksonvllle, III. SHADE TREES, Etc. ...001000 PutMT .Maple X to » ft., $10 Sugar Maple 0 to 7 fu, 7 $00 Sugar Maple 4 to 5 ft., B 40 .Sugar Maple 3 to 4 ft., 8 «5 White Day Lilv (V. Alba), crowns 6 l)oul)lo Tiger Lily, strong bulbs 2.S0 Singh 2.00 18 vVtll packed and in cars. Cash with order. K. Y. TK\8, CBNTiCRVII.LE. IND. Always mention the American Flo- rist when writing to adTcrtiters. igo2. The American Florist. 409 Violet Plants LADY CAMPBELL, sand rooted cuttings, $8 per 1000. SW4NLEY WHITE, sand rooted cuttings, 10 per ICOO. LADY CAMPBELL plants from 2-in. pots, 25 per J 000. SWANLEY WHITE plants from 2-in. pots, 30 per tOOO. Let us price your needs in Carnation Cuttings. Remember that \^if*f^ \^Oflc '^^'^^^ Discount Any list you ever when it comes to ^^i^^^b^b^^^^^m saw. Our Own included. W^rite. KENNICOTT BROS. CO. WHOLESALE COMMISSION FLORISTS AND DEALERS IN ALL FLORISTS' SUPPLIES. ^S=^^ I^andolplx St. -OHIO.^00. I lj/%L/%.^ or GREEN I 3 75 rents per 1000, In 2000 lots £ 3 or over; staiglH lOUO. S 1.00. E ^ Also small Green Galax for Violets. ^ I WILD SMI LAX, I a so lb. case. .$6.00. 35 lb. case, t 3 $4.50. 25 lb. case, $3.50. E a PALM LEAVES, Sl.50 and $2.00 per 100. C a FERN, Fancy, $i.00 per 1000. t 3 FERN, Dagger, $1.25 per 1000. P I L. J. KRESHOVER. | 3 110-112 W. 27th Street, NEW YORK CITY. E 3 Telephone call. 5b7 Madison Square. C I HARRy A. BUNYARO, Mgr., | 3 38 West 2Sth l^treet, NEW YORK. £ a Telephone, 798-799 Madison Sq. fe affTnnnniiiiiinnn»»nnnnnnni»nwf?niE COMMISSIONS CARRIED OUT in LONDON or any part of Great Britain. Messrs. WILLS & SEGAR will attend to any commission from American florists for the supply of Cut Flowers, Bir hday Flowers, Bouquets, High Class Floral Designs, etc., to their clients who may be traveling in England. WIIIC ff. CCRAD Court Plorl>t5 to His niLLO Ob OtUAlli majesty, The King. ROYAL EXOTIC Nursery, TZI.EOBAH3, Onslow Crescent, South Kensington, Flobcolo. London. LONDON, ENGLAND. FANCY OR CTCCaMO ^».«o DAGGER ~CmMO PER 1000 PRINCESS PINE, 7c per lb. GALAX, green or bronze, 75c per lOOO. Laurel estooning. 4c, 5c and 6c per yd. Once used, ~ ~ always used for decorating. SPHAGNUM MOSS, etc. Telegraph Office New Salem, Mass. CROWL FERN CO., P. O. MlUlngton, Mass. Please mention the American Floriit when Turiling. fi.(i.(i..(i.jii.». '■|»"«l"l' "''l'"l''U"l''n' M''i''M''i''it-ii'i|f'(ri(''i''(r'r'r'"'i''i' u''i'"i» u"i''ir 1.79 Diacounr, \o Whole- sale Dealers. Monroe. Ala. American Florist Advts. j^ IKe^o]3. ca.xi 3b t:la.e Orraide. HEADQUARTERS FOR Green Goods Where you never get dis- appointed. We always have the stock on hand and of the best quality. FANCY and Tloi«Tl e DAGGER * "i 119, $1.50 per 1000. Discount on large orders. BRILLIANT BRONZE AND GREEN GALAX. 75c per 1000 in 5uOU lots. Satisfaction guaranteed. SELECTED SOUTHERN WILD SMILAX, t4 and 17 per case. Also LAUREL FESTOONING, good and full, 4c, 5c and 6c per yard. ^^Orders by Mail, Telephone or Telegraph promptly attended to. HENRY M. ROBINSON & CO., 32-34-36 Cou't Sq., BOSTON, MASS. Partiatinne Rooted Cuttings. Maceo, 11.75; tiQI liailUIIS Hill, joostaLd Daybr.-ak, »1.50; Crocker, Keller, Webb, Cartledge, $1; Scotland McGowan, 9ijc per 00 ARNO S. CHASE, Cumberland Centre, Me. Mention the American Florist when writing to advertisers on this page. 410 The American Florist. April 5, Our Pastimes. AnuouQcementa of coming contests or other events of Interest to our bowling, shooting and oyoling readers are solicited and will be given place In this column. Address all correspondence for this department to Wm. J. Stewart, 79 Milk St., Boston, Mass.; Eobt. Kift, 1725 Chestnut St., Philadelphia, Pa.; or to the American Florist Co., 324 Dearborn St., Chicago, 111. At New York. Easter over, its cares and fatigues are soon forgotten by the light-hearted devo- tees of the bowling alley, and so on Mon- day evening the ctistotnary crowd was found at the old resort, full of the same old iin Lilies make a fine paying investment lor summer growiiii;. Tuberoses, Kx. Pearl. Hue stoi'lc, 100 lOOO 3000 8-4-liM-li $.60*5.00*9.00 READY-CYCAS REVOLUTA. Sterna % to 10 Iba. Same stock we have fur- nished Tor 20 years. Stems under '^ lbs., |w, 00 per 100 lbs.; ov»T 3 lbs , $8.00 per 100 lbs. LlfaDcil dis- count on liirge orders. 20 at 100 rate. GERMANIA GIANT. The Finest Silvery Pink in Existence. Best for Cut Flowers. Flowers 5 to 6 inches in iamete'. Stems stiff, very lootr. Sold in New York for 25 ffnts a dozen. (_'ertificaio of Merit at Madison Square Flower Show. Stock Limited. Stronrr field-grown clumps, each 23cenis: dozen. $?.50; 100 $15.00. JAPAN FERN BALLS. Grown for us one year in Japan. Have estab- lished root S)stem, force much quicker than frpslily made up stock. Extra bcJect long leaved stock, 7-9-iLch each, 30c.; dozen. $3.00; ItH), ^".M.OO FERN DESIGNS Beaulilul for Verandas and Store windows. <4V ^^^^^^^^^H^ Anchors. Crosses, 50o ^1 ^H ^1 each. $5 doz. ^■^^B ■ Turtles. Fish, Birds. ^■''■B ■ Frn^s.eOj each. $6.60 ^^^^H^^^^B Pa<;;odas. Chinese Lan- '^■PH^P^H^ Monkeys with ^^m w^ ^0 drum or swing, 86c each, $9 per doz. Full Rigged Ship, very fine, $1 each. |I0 per do?.. 3 of a Ijind at dozen rates. Iris Kaempferi— Fine for nut flowers. Doz. 100 Extra Large Dumps, Choice .Vssort- mcttt $1.25 laOO Japan IMaples. in all lino sorts.. 4.00 86.00 Japan Herbaceous Pieonias. Ileautlful. I'o clear out. Bargain, dozen 12.00 100 1000 Asparagus PI. Nanus $ .K5 17.50 Sorengeri .25 2.O0 Lalania BO'bonica S.COOat 15.00; .26 2.00 Livistona Sinensis 61 5.00 Rolundilolia 2.00 17.(0 Caryola Urens (I'isbt.'iil palm) l.tJO 7.00 SWEET PEA SEED. All l-'lcrlsls' favorit, sortj, lb., 25 cents; 'i' Ih., 10 cents; 5 lbs., Ifl.Od. Send for our Seed List, Address Established 1878. H. H. BERGER & CO., 47 Barclay St., New York. .igo2. Tii£ AnfERiCAN Florist. 411 ■i>i^B> Erie's- SUMMER nOWERINQ BULBS We have fine stocks of the foUowin', all of which are useful for store sales and for growing on for summer cut flowers. LILIES. Perdoz. Auratum, 8 to 9-inch bulbs $ 75 9to 11 " " 1011 11 tjl3 " •■ 1.75 Krameri rose col r IMO Spec. album, 8 lo 9-inch bulbs . . .75 9toll •' . 1 on roseum, 8 to 9 . .75 9toII ■' . 1.00 rubrum, 8 to 9 " " . . 75 9 to 11 " " . . l.CO BEGONIAS. Single, in separate colors 40 mixture 35 Double, in sepirate colors 65 mixture CALADIUMS. culeutum. 6 to 8-inch bulbs — StolO 10 to 13 50 .65 .9J 100 $5.00 7 50 14.00 6.00 B.OO 7. CO 5.(.0 7.01) 5 00 7.00 3.00 2.50 6.00 4.C0 3.00 5.00 7.00 GLADIOLUS. All selected first size bulbs. Per White and light shades mixed $1. Scarle and crimson shades mixed 1. Yeilow shades " 2. Striped and variegated " 2. Pink ■' 1. New Giant (Childsii) " 2 Groff's H>brids " 2. Ameiican Hybrids, all colors 1. DAHLIAS. All stron?, field-grown roots. Double Cactus, latest novelties, set of 14 3. 1901 •' "81 19O0 " " 12 1. " Decorative varieties, " 20 1. " Show •' •' 13 '. " Fancv " " 12 1. " Qailled " " 6 . " Pompon " " 12 1. Superb single, " " 10 . 100 loOO 75 15.C0 00 8.50 50 23.00 OO 18.00 25 12.00 60 22 00 75 25.00 .25 10.00 Per 100 15.00 8.00 i.OO ,00 8.00 00 8 00 8.00 8.00 8.00 Per doz. ,. $ .30 AMARYLLIS. Formosissima GLOXINIAS. Superb mixed, per 1000, $35.00 60 HYACINTHUS. Candicans (Cape Hyacinth) 30 ISMENE. Calathina 1.50 Per 100 $2.00 4.00 12.06 Strong roots. MADEIRA VINES. Biflora . Crocosmajflora Sis choice named sorts . IVIILLA. MONTBRETIAS. Per doz. 35 .25 TIGRIDIAS. Conchiflora, Pavonia, Grandifiora alba 30 TUBEROSES. Perino Double Pearl, second size bulbs 60 Per 100 2.50 1.00 1.75 2.00 Per 1000 5.00 HENRY A. DREER. 714 CHESTNUT ST., PHILADELPHIA, PA. LATE PRICES. CARNAT.ONS — Queen Louise, Estelle, Roosevelt and Prosperity for f4 00 per 100 G. H. Crane, Ethel Crocker and Genevieve Lord for ft CO per 100. GERANIUMS — A general assortment of new and standard varieties, all correctly labeled at $10.00 per 1000. A few thous- and mixed ones at J7 50 per lOOO. Jean Viaud and M. de Castelaine at $3 per 100. HARDY PHLOX— All the best varieties, labeled, in assortment of my own selection, at $12.50 per lOCO. Above are rooted cuttings, not trans- planted plants. Hardy Phlox, from 2-in. pots, $2 per 100. BONE MEAL. I have been using this Bone Meal for a number of years and nt ver have found any- thing as good. It is not chean in price; neither is it cheap in results. Put up in2C0 lb. bags only at $3.50 per bag or $32.50 per ton. ALBERT M HERR, Lancaster, Pa, THE • L« ii« bids fair to become the Commercial standard pink carnation. It is an early, free and continuous bloomer and it is sure to do well wherever grown. Orders booked now for delivery latter part of March. For prices, see Am. Florist, Feb. 15. E. A. NELSON, 3503 N Senate Ave., INDIANAPOLIS, IND Watch This Space FOR FUTURE BARGAINS. 349 West North Avenue. CHICAGO, ILL. Gre«nhoines. Niles Center, III. Imported Builis tor Florists' Forcing Send Us Your List for Pricing. Our arrangements for high grade bulbs of Liliutn Harrisii, French Romans, Paper White Grandifiora, Callas, Japan Longiflorum, London Market Valley,and picked bulbs of all Dutch Hyacinths, Tulips, Narcissus and Spiraa are unex- celled. Bulbs secured from us will be sub- ject to careful inspection and approval on arrival, and if in any '^ay unsatis- factory, will be made good at once. By combining your order for a full line of this stock with u-, you gei each in season and all at the closest cost for high grade stock. Economy in car- load freight shipments and large importations supply half our profits. Write for Prices before closing any forcing stock orders. VAUGHAN'SSEEDSrORE, 14 Barclay St., New York. 84-86 Randolph St., Chicago. Am.Beauties ROOTED CITTINGS READY APRIL 1. $25 00 PER 1000. This stock is free from spot, thoroughly rooted and first class in every res nect. If not satisfactory or j ust as represented by us you can return same at once, J. A. BUDLONG. 37 and 39 Randolph St.. CHICAGO, ILL. CARNATION CUTTINGS AND BLOOMS. J. D. THOMPSON CARNATION CO. JOLIET, ILLINOIS. SPECIALTIES ROSESj from 3-inch pots. CARNATIONS, for aU deUvery, CHRYSANTHEMUMS, SMILAX. VIOLETS. In Best Varieties Prices Low. Send for List. WOOD BROTHERS, Fishkill, N. Y. 412 The American Florist. April 5, San Francisco. BASTER BUSINESS HEAVIEST ON RBCORD. — PRICES BETTER THAN 0SUAL — COMPARE THEM WITH EASTERN RATES. — VARIOUS NOTES. Easter was the best in the history of the trade in this city. Business was almost double last year's record, not- withstanding the fact that prices were considerbly higher and lilies scarcer than eyer. A liberal supply of roses was to be had, but in the line of carnations more coald have been sold if they had been to be had. Pot plants were also in good demand, lilies being first, with azaleas a close second. Spirasas and tulips in pans, palms, lilies of the valley, primroses and Dutch hyacinths all sold well. Carna- tions brought from 35 cents to $1 a dozen, tea roses from 50 cents to $1.50. Beauties from $1 to $3, lilies $5 to $9 cut and $12 in pots, spiraeas $1 to $2.50 a plant, tulips 50 cents per dozen and violets $1 per dozen bunches, callas $1 25 per hundred and azaleas from $1 to $3 per plant. There is trouble about the joint flower show planned by the two local societies. Jealousies have arisen which threaten the success of the enterprise. Henry Pottet has leased his place to Max Berry, of New York, who will con- tinue on the latest eastern style. Golden Gate. Dallas, Tex. BUSINESS at EASTER BREAKS ALL REC- ORDS —CUT FLOWERS CLEANED OUT, THEN FLOWERING PLANTS. Easter trade in Dallas far surpassed everything in its history. The leading retail stores outside the flower trade all took on holiday dress and each tried to out-do the other. Many of the show windows of the dry goods and millinery stores were a grand sight with natural flowers and palms, with here and there a display of smilax among the Easter hats and summer goods. The flower stores were not in the least behind and all made a fine show. Cut flowers were in good supply but everything cleaned up long before closing time and late buyers had to take plants in bloom, which, too, were cleaned up by the eager purchasers, and at good prices. The church decorations were all good, and not a church but made some kind of an eflbrt at decoration. Lone Star. Cressbrook (oink), Oriole (scarlet), Mrs. Nelson (pink), $1.50 per doz.; $10 per 100. Mrs. Halmer (scarlet), Mrs. Higinbotham (salmon pink), Alba (large white), Stella (variegated). Dorothy Whitney (yellow), Apollo (scarlet), $2.00 per doz.; $12.00 per 100. Per 100 Per ICOO Estelle, Best Scarlet >5.ou ... »40.oo Norway, Large Wnite 5.00 ... 45 CO Prosperity, Fancy 6 00 ... 45.00 Queen Louise, White 5.00 ... 45 00 Dorothy, Productive Pink ... 5.00 ... 45.00 Morning Glory, Lt. Pink 2.50 ... 20 00 Marquis, Largest Pink 2.50 ... 20.00 Fine stock of rooted cuttings of above and twenty-five other kinds. Get our prices on what you need. GEO. HANCOCK & SON, GRAND HAVEN, MIOH. CARNATION CUTTINGS Well Rooted, Clean Healthy Stock. Per 100 Per 1000 45; fifl- iw^ no FT.OR'V HILL Per 100 Per 1000 ....$l.!>0 $0.00 WHITE CLODD .... 150 9.00 LA WSON 3 50 30 00 TRIUMPH .... 1.50 9.00 CRANE 1.50 900 SPORT (Guardian Angel). MARQUIS .... 1.50 9.00 AMERICA 1.50 9.00 .... 1.60 9.00 QUEEN LOUISE. 14.50 per 100; J40.00 per lOOO. All Rooted Cuttings sold under express condition that It not satUfactory when received they are to be returned Immediately, when money will be refunded. WIETOR BROS., 'a^e^n^u^e!" CHICAGO. fDF^^RDnnK ^1^^ ^^'"■"S '^'"'^ Carnation vKLoOllKUUIli for evervbodv to grow. Baltimore, Feb. 21, 1901, it scored 94 Points, the highest of any seedling. Cressbrook has never shown disease of any kind and is an extra free bloomer. Size of flowers under ordinary culture, 3 to Z]^ inches. Orders will be delivered in rotation on and after Jan. 1, 1902, at the following prices: 12 plants % 1.50 I 250 plants $25.00 25 Pl»nts 3.00 5 , J 37 50 SO plants 5.00 „„*^, ^ ,,^ 100 plants 10.00 1 1000 plants 75.00 C. WARBURTON, FALL RIVER, MASS. Cressbrook may be seen growing at THE E. 6. HILL GO'S., Richmond, Ind., and at WM. NICHOLSON'S, Framlngham, Mass. BWMaaassa^sasgsMagBasaaasiSBMiaaagaBisaaHwgggMw r^arnation Cuttings ^^^ Well rooted, from clean, healthy stock, cool grown. Per 100 Per 1000 ROOSEVELT $4.50 $10.00 PR'^SPERITY 3.50 30.00 NORWAY 350 31.00 LAWSON 3.50 30.00 LORNA 3.60 30.00 MOR«JING GLORY 2.50 20.00 CRANE 1.50 13.60 EGYPT GENEVIEVE LORD l.-.:5 WHITE CLOUD 1.26 TRIUMPH I MME. CHAPMAN 1.26 FLORA HILL 1.25 PERU 1.28 VIOLETS— Imperial, Farquhar. Marie Louise. Lady Campbell and Swanley Whilp. Write for pries on 2-in. pots. WE SOLICIT YOUR ORDERS AND WILL GUARANTEE SATISFACTION. I GRAND RAPIDS VIOLET CO., Grand Rapids, Mich. i 3 Weeks Only Pur 100 Per ICOO MERMAID, salmon i>inl: S3 00 $!6.r0 CRANE, scarlet. 1.50 1260 KVANSiON, red 1.35 1000 .JOO3T, pink 1.26 10.01 H LL, white 125 10 00 ARGYLE, pink l.tS lO.OJ AM ERICA, scarlet $1.J6 CROt 'K ER. pink 1.26 GKNEVIBVE LORD, pink I.8S WM. SIOTT, pink I.2S MARQUIS, lieht i ink I.2S WHITE CLOUD, white I.» Per 100 Per 1000 $10 00 10.00 10 10 10 00 10.00 10.(10 The above are all transplanted Rooted Cuttings. MITTING FLORAL CO., Loomis, Cal. Carnation Floriana Wc believe this to be the best pink carnation introduced to date, was disseminated in the spring; of J90I by origfinators, Messrs. Fillow & Banks. Price, $6.00 per 100; $50.00 per tOOO. 50 at lOO rate. 500 at JOOO rate. Less than 50, 8c each. nillirnnilTC DDHO Camafon and Chrif^anthaniuin specialists, UAILLtUUUlt DKUOi flatbush, Brooklyn, n.y. ig02. The American Florist. 413 ROOTED CUTTINGS. Strong Healthy Stock. The foUowing at $12.00 per JOO; $100.00 per JOOO: Viola Allen, Sella, Alba, Jos. H. Mantey, Mrs. Potter Palmer, Apollo, Harry Fenn, Dorothy Whitney. The following at $J0 00 per JOO; $75.00 per JO^O: Golden Beauty, Challenger; Mrs E. A. Nelson, Cressbrool<, Gaiety. The following at $6 CO per JOO; $50.00 per JOOO: Gov. Roosevelt, Prosperity, Lorna, Norway. Queen Louise, $5 per 100; $40 per JOOO. Mrs. Lawson,$4.50 per 100; $40 per JOOO. Morning Glory and Mrs. G. M. Btadt, $3.00 per Ji 0; $25.00 per lOCO. Lizzie McGowaa and Wm. Scott, $J.50 per JOO; $J2 00 per JOOO. THE COTTAGE GARDENS QUEENS L. I., N. Y. Well Rooted and Heaiihy. Per 100 Per 1000 PROSPERITY, white overlaid with pink ^6.00 J50.00 GOV. ROOSEVELT, crimson... 6.00 50.00 QUEEN LOUISE, white 4.0C 40.00 BON HOMME RICHARD, white 4.00 30 CO IRENE, pink 4 00 30.00 TRIUMPH, pink 2 00 IS 00 WHITE CLOUD, white 2.00 15.00 THOS. W. LAWSON, pink 4.00 35.00 MARQUIS, pink 2 50 20.00 G. H CRANE, scarlet 2.00 15.00 AMERICA, scarlet 2.00 15 00 MRS. BRADT, variegated 2 50 20,00 GUARDIAN ANGEL 1.75 15.00 MICHAEL WINAHDY, DEVON AVE. AND nuipinn NQWTH BOBgY bniuBUUl CARNATIONS Rooted Cuttings of all the new J902 and best standard varieties. Send for price list. WILLIAM SWAYNE. BOX 226. KENNETT SQUARE, PA. Fifosf mf-ntinn the A tneyrn-n Plnviat ivhen writinz- Do You WANT W^ ^^^ ^"^ ^T-^"^ of any kind? Look B^Ffl B^^^F^ ^^^ over our list in las^ J^L^^^F w^^ .^^"V^^ week's paper and ^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^ write us. Kow is "^^^■■■^^^^^^^^^^^■" the time to order Geraniums (red, whitR, pink, Salmon, Ivy, Pelargoniums and Rose and Mme. Salleroi), Salvias, Heliotrope, Petunias, Coleus, Fuchsias, Sprenceri, Plumosus, Boston Ferns, Begonias, etc , etc. Write GEO. A. KUHL. PEKIN. ILL. ROSES Brides &Dd Bridesmaids, 2H-in. pota at $15 per 10..0. Good cl an oiocK and well rooted. G. S. Foote, Downers Grove, III. Mrs. Potter PALMER. Certificated at Indianapolis, Montreal, St. Louis Chicago. Kaosas (Jity. Absolutely the best scarlet carnation ever intro- duced. $13.00 per 100; $100.00 per 1000. MRS. Higinbotham Certifloaied at Indianapolis, Chicago, Kansas City, St Louis. Promises to become the standard light pink; will stand In the same position as did Daybreak, ten years ago. $13.00 per lOU; $100.00 per 1000. CHICOT. Laree white faintly striped in midwinter; ex- tremely fragrant; finest constitution; more profit- able than any standard on our place last season and is doing even better now. $6.00 per 100; $50.C0 per 1000. YOUNG PLANTS. Per 100 PerlOOa C. H. CRANE, Extra from soil, $1.50 $12.60 JOOST, " " " l.EO 12.E0 NYDIA, 2.0O 15.00 HOOSIER MAID, " " " 1.50 ' PROSPERITY, " " " 4.00 30.00 NORWAY, " " " 5.C0 40.00 AVONDALE 150 12.60 CEN. GOMEZ 20O 15.00 CROCKER 1.60 ROOSEVELT 5.00 40.(10 CRESSBROOK, (C.Warburton).fine pink, $10 per 100; $80 per 1000. GAIETY. (Hill), variegated, $10 per 100; $75 per 1000. GOV. WOLOOTT, (Fisher), white, $10 per 100; $80 per 1000. Chicago Carflation Co. JOLIET^ ILL. pOOTEP CUTTINGS CA.RPIA.TIOI«S. Per 100 Per 1000 MRS. POTTER PALMER $12.00 $100.00 MRS. HIGINBOTHAM 12.00 100.00 PROSPERITY 4.00 30.00 NORWAY 500 40.00 IRENE 3.00 2.1.00 MRS. LAWSON 3.00 25 00 MARQUIS 1.25 10.00 G.H.CRANE 1.25 10.00 FLORA HILL 1.25 10.00 S»0»E>». Per 100 Per 1000 METEOR $1 50 $12 50 PERLE 1.60 12.50 BRIDE 1.50 12.60 Per 100 Per 1000 MRS. JOOST $1.00 $8.00 WHITE CLODD 1.25 10.00 EVANSTON 1.00 6 00 MRS. INE 1.25 1000 WM. SCOTT 1.00 6.00 GENEVIEVE LORD 1.25 10.00 ETHELCROCKER 1.25 10.00 GUARDIAN ANGEL 1.25 10.00 ARGYLE 1.00 6.00 AMERICA 1.25 10.00 Per 100 Per 1000 BRIDESMAID $1.60 $12.60 GOLDEN GATE 1.60 12.50 I20ISE> I^r^iVK:^^® from 2y2-in. pots. Per 100 Per 1000 METEOR $3 00 $i5 00 PERLE 3.00 26.01) BRIDE 3.00 25.00 Per 100 Per lOOO BRIDESMAID $3.00 $25 00 GOLDEN GATE 3O0 25.00 KAISERIN 3.00 25.00 The above named stock is clean, well rooted and free from disease. GEO. REINBERQ, SI WABASH AVENUE, CHICAGO. % Carnation Cuttings Perfectly Healthy. Propagated From Choice Stock, i < ISOW RtADY. Queen Louise. Per 100 PROSPERITY $6.00 MRS. THOS. LAWSON 4.00 GOV. ROOSEVELT 6 00 HOOSIER MAID 4.00 IRENE 4.00 NORWAY 4.00 EGYPT 4.00 MRS. BERTRAM LIPPINCOTT . . 3.00 MARQUIS 2.50 MRS. G. M. BRADT 3.00 CHICAGO 8.00 MACEO 2.00 BUTTERCUP 4.00 The Best White Commercial Carnation, $5.00 per Hundred; $40.00 per Thousand. Per 1000 $12.50 ;i2.50 15.00 ri2.5U E12.50 12.50 [12.60 U2.60 12.50 12.60 12.50 ;r 1000 $50.00 GOMEZ Per lOO $2.00 CROCKER 1.50 50.00 GENtVIEVE LORD G. H CRANE 1.60 2.00 VICTOR 2.00 WM SCOTT 1.50 1.60 25.00 ELDORA.DO 1.50 20 00 JUBILEE 1,60 FLORA HILL 1.50 TRIUMPH 1.60 PORTIA 1.50 WHITE CLOUD 1.50 J. Ii. DILLON, Bloomsburg, Fa. 414 The American Florist. April 5, Ciocianati. EYEHY BRANCH OF THE BUSINESS SATIS- FIED WITH THE N8T RESULTS FROM BASTEE TRADE.— PRICES NOT HIGH BUT SUPPLIES LARGE AND DEMAND HEAVY. Everyone is pleased with the amount ot Easter business. There were plenty of flovVers of all kinds with the exception of American Beauty roses and calla lilies. The prices realized were not as good as last Easter, but the volume of business done offset this; consequently the grow- ers and storemen came out about the same as last Easter, from a financial standpoint. The flower market was loaded with fine plants and the number of people who passed through the build- ing was immense. At times it was impossible to wait on customers so great was the jam. The fioripts who were for- tunate enough to have stands on the outside of the building did a better busi- ness than those on the inside. It was a pleasure to look at some of the windows of the flower stores, as our store men tried to outdo each other. Business has held up first rate since Easter and prices realized are about the same as last week, roses $4 to $8, carna- tions $2 to $6, callas $10, lilies $15, tulips $3 to $4, daffodils $3, valley, $3 to $4, violets 50 cents to $1 per hundred. George & Allan had an immense cut of flowers for Easter and it took six men four days to pack all the flowers for ship- ment. This firm did a tremendous busi- ness and I understand their receipts were between $3,000 and $4,000 for the week. D. Nashville, Tenn. GOOD WEATHER AND EXCELLENT STOCK MAKE EASTER BEST ON RECORD. An ideal day and a superb stock of flowers made this one of the most suc- cessful of Easters. Good Friday was characterized by a steady and continuous down-pour, with no promise of a let up, but Saturday the sun came out genial and warm, and the florist who had felt a few hours before that disappointment was snre to be his, came out as genial as the sun and prepared for a hard day's work. By noon the beautifully decorated win- dows began to show the draft that had been made upon them, and by night nearly everi^thing had been sold. There was an abundance of lilies, both plants and cut flowers, and plenty of roses. Prices were higher than last year. M. C. DORRIS. Ivory or White Golden Qaie. Guaranteed TRUE STOCK Strong plants out of 2-in. pots. $6 00 PER 100. 27 50 PER 500. 50 00 PER 1000. W. A. Hammond 107 L Broad St., Richmond, Va. THE GRANDEST NEW FORCING ROSE Souvenir de Pierre Nolling The Best, The rinest, The IVIost free Blooming BY THE RAISERS of all Forcing ROSES, color deep yellow; will be distributed for the first time April, 1902 SOUPERT & NOTTING, ROSE GROWERS. i:vU:x:E;ikj::BOUJRO, (E;u.x>ope). Net price, $80.00 per JOO; $1.00 each. Write for lithographs. omrmTfrmmiTTnmTnnmTmTmmmTnmmTmmTTmmTTmTTmmTTmmTTmmnTTT'a I Ths Sensational New Rose for 1902, I MRS. OLIVER AMES. I fe For description, prices, etc., see Trade List. t Henry A. Trask. Editor of "North American," says in a letter dated Feb. 19th, 1902. t The box of roses arrived safely last Saturday afternoin. Please accept mv thanks. To my ^ mind they are ihe realization of the ideal. Yours very truly, H. A. TR VSK. Editor. E $100.00 IS OFFERED IN PRIZES for Cut Flowers of this Rose at Madison Square C Show next fall. ^ PURYQ AUTUFIIIIII^ Some new European varieties of sterling merit, the stock of which C Unn I un^l I nCfflUlllu we control for the Americaa Market, and also all the cream of E last year's new European varieties, and all tho New American varieties of this season's intro- E duction; for those contemplating growing for the shows next fall the above will prove winners. ^ PARIIATinU^ A'' *^^ New and Standard Varieties. H7 catalogue describing; the above E UHnHH I lUHO win be mailed to those not having received it, by sending a postal card to I JOHN N. MAY, Summit, N. J. Biiimtu itiiiiu liiiiiu uiiim uititu umiu auuu uiiaa uimu ituuu utitm uniiit uiiiinr DORMANT, Two years old. our Own Poof's °^° growing. Best Hybrid Per- ^ •• '!^'^""-^' petnals. Crimson Ramblers and Field QrOWn, Mosse. No. 1, $8; No. IVi, $6; ' No. 2, $3.50. GOOD CONDITION OU^RANTEED. WRITE FOR PRICE LIST. W. F. HEIKES, Manager, 3019 NORTH BROAD IVAY, ST. LOUIS, MO. ROSES Boston Ferns Fine, strong, young plants, $3.00 per JOO; $27.50 per JOOO. Edwin Lonsdale, ^^^'eTnTmn. Pa. AmPPif/in Always do business, /IIIICl ItQII Week days and everyday florists Sundays and holidays, « . All over the country, ^r "V /lUo At home and abroad. Orchids ! ^ Our Illustrated and Descriptive Cata- logue of Orchids is now ready and may be had upon application. LAGER & HTTRRFTT stiMMiT. m. j. Orchid Qrowars and Importari. Alternantheras : rr "' StrunK rootetl ru-tln^R, OOo ts pur 100, or W4.00 per 1000. DAVIS BROS , MORRISON. ILL. Pltoit mewuon Ihe American Floritt when writing. jgo2. The American Florist. 415 Dreer's Offer of Hardy Vines and Climbers. >i^-. >^-j <^lemaiis/zanzcuia(a) '5** AMPELOPSIS VEITOHII. Per doz. Per 100 Strong 3-year old plants $1.25 $10.00 E\ tra select, 2-year old plants. ... 1.50 13 00 ARISTOLOCHIA SIPHO. SlroDi; long vines, extra heavy, per doz .$3.03 CLEMATIS PANICULATA. Per doz. Per 100. Per 1000 Strong one year old $.75 $6 00 $000 3.00 6.C0 i; 00 twi. three 1. 00 3.00 8(0 15.00 70.00 CLEMATIS LARBE FLOWERED VARIETIES. Strong two-year old plants of the following popular sorts. Bosko-^p S-edhng, Ducheas of Edinburgh, Fairy Qu-en, Gypsy Queen Henryi, Jaokma i M. Koster, Moje Baron V'^illard. Mme Van Houtte. Miao B ^teman, Slandishl, The Gem and The Pres dent, $3 00 per doz.; $35.00 per 100. HARDY ENGLISH IVIES. An extra fine lot of bu-hy plants in 4 in. pots, 3 tt. high, 3 to 6 shoots, $1 25 per dozen; $10 per 100. CLIMBING HYDRANGEA. SCHIZOPHRAGMA HYDRANGEOIDES-A limited lot of f xtra sirong plants e.stabli hed in tubs, 3 to 4 feet high, which will produce an immediate effect, 81.60 each. WISTARIA SINENSIS. Stronti 3 year old plants, Blue, $3. CO per dozen; White, $3.51) per dozen. A Few Leaders in HARDY PERENNIALS. For the most com lete list and largest stock offered in this country, see our current Tr^de Lint. With few exceptioos all the varieties offered below are suitable for cut-fiower purposes. Per doz Per 100 Anemone Japonica 2!^-inch pots, .75 $5.00 AlbaSH " *' Lady Ardilaun 2}-i '* " " Whirlwind ..2i4 " *' " Queen Charlotte 2!.^ " '* Asters, Hardy. 10 choice varieties, strong divisions 1.00 Boltonia Asteroldes, strong plants.. Boltonia Latisquama, ** '* .75 5,00 •75 BOO .75 5 00 .75 6.00 .00 8.(10 .75 6.00 .75 6.00 Per doz. Per 100 Caryopteris Mastacanthus, 3-inpot3 .75 6.00 Chrysantht-mum Hardy Pompon aj^- inch pots 50 Chrysanthemum Maximum Triumph, 3 -Inch pots 75 Chrysanihemum Maximum Piliformis, 3-inch pots 75 Clema'is DavlJiana, strong 1-jear-old cl mps 75 Clematis Recta, 2-year old plants I.LO Coreopsis Lanceo'ata GraudiUora stro- g 3-lnch pots 60 Coreopsis Lanceo.ata Grandiflora large clumps 75 Dictamnus Fraxinella, strong plants 1.00 Alba ■• " 1,85 Dielytra Spectabilis " roots .75 Euphorbia Coroilata 60 GaiUardia Grandiflora, strong 3-in. pots .75 4 • 1.00 Gypsophila Paniculata. s*rong l-yr-old .75 Heieuium Autumnale Superba strong divisions 1.00 Helenium Grandicephalum Striatum strong divisions 75 Helenium Hoopesi, strong divisions. .. 1.00 " Puniilum 3-in. pots 1.00 Helianthus Multiflorus (lore pleno, 2^-inch pots 75 Helianthus Multiflorus Maximus, 2J'i- inch pots 75 HeliopiisPitcher'anuB, strongdivisions .75 '• Sctiber Major " *' .75 Heuchera Sanguinea, 3-inch pots 1.00 Ins Ka^mpteri, 25 choice named vars. 1.25 " Germani-alO " '■ " .75 Physostegia Virginica 3-in. pots .75 Alba '■ " .75 Pyrethrum Uliginosum, strong plants 1 00 P-imula Veris Superba " " 1.25 Kudbeckia Golden Glow strong division .50 " Newmani " " .75 '.' Purpurea " plants 1.00 " Subtomentosa " " ,75 " Triloba. 3-inch pots 75 Salvia Azurea Grandiflora, strong plants 1.00 Scabiosa Caucasica strong plants 1.00 Alba " " 125 Stokesia Cvanea " " 1.35 Tritoma Pfitzeri " •' 1 00 Veronica Longifolia Subsessilis 2Ji- inch pots 75 4,C0 6.00 S.UO lO.CO (iOO 4.00 6.00 8.00 6.00 8.00 6 00 8.C0 8.C0 6.00 6.00 6.00 6 00 8.00 111.00 6.00 6.00 6.00 8.00 10.00 4.00 600 8.00 6 00 6.00 8.00 8.00 10.00 10.00 8.00 6.00 HENRY A. DREER, 714 Chestnut St., Philadelphia, Pa. FOR EARLY PLANTING BEGONlfl SPLENDID STOCK 3y2liich Bridesmai<3s, $5.00 per 100; $45 00 per 1,000. Rooted Cuttings, Brides and Bridesmaids $1.50 per 100. Cash please. ALBERT F. AMLING, Maywood, III. GLOIRE DE LORRAINE, 2X-lnch pots, $15.00 per 100. Write for prices on large lots. Stock guaranteed absolutely free from disease. THOMAS ROLAND, Naliant, Mass. Please wtention the American I^orist when tvriting. 500.000 VERBENAS. 60 finest named varieties, including our NEW MAMMOTH WHITE. "MRS. McKINlEY." The finest white verbena grown ; perfectly healthy; free from disease. Rooted cuttings, 6Uc per 100; $5 00 per 1000. Plants, $2.50 per 100; 820.10 per 1000. Our list is the choice of millions of seedlings. Send for circular. J. L. DILLON. BlOOMSBURG, Pa. v^ ^^ C^ ^"^ C^ Crimson Rambler Ramblers, 3 to 4i4 ft., well branched.. .$10 per IOO 2H to 3 ft., " " ... 8 per 100 lHto2V!ft., " " ... 6 per 100 Soupert, strong field-grown plants 15 per 100 The Conard & Jones Co, West Grove, Pa. PUase mention the American Florist when writing. CARNATION CUHINGS All the new and standard varieties, free from rust and all other diseases. Our stock is in fine shape and all cuttings are well rooted when sent oat. Per 100 Per 1000 HiaiNBOTHAM 112.00 $100.1,0 MRS POTTER PALMBR 12.00 lOO.OO PROSPERITY 4.00 30.00 NORWAY 5.00 40.00 IRENE 3.00 35.00 LAWSON 300 25,00 BON HOMMB RICHARD 3 00 25 00 HOOSIBRMAID 3.00 25.00 CRANE 1.25 10.00 THE MARQUIS 1.25 10.00 QENBVIBVB LORD 1.25 10 00 ARQYLB 1.00 7 50 GUARDIAN ANQEL 1.25 10.00 Per 100 Per 1000 PRANCES JOOST t 1.00 CERISE QUEEN 1.00 TRIUMPH 1.25 FLORA HILL 1.25 WHITE CLOUD 1.00 PERU 1.00 AMERICA 1.25 MRS. L. INE 1.50 MRS. BRADT 1.76 ARMAZINDY 1.25 BVANSTON 1.00 BSTELLB 5.00 % 7.60 7.50 10.00 10.00 8.00 7.50 10.00 12.50 15.00 10.00 7.50 40.00 :rose> I*I^A.:N:a^®. 2V4-in. pots. Per 100 Per 1000 BRIDESMAID 13.00 125.00 BRIDB 3.00 25.00 METEOR 300 26.00 2\«-in. pots. P«r 100 Per 1000 PERLB S3.00 $25.00 auLDBN QATB 3.00 25.00 LIBERTY 12.00 100.00 BOOTED ROSE CUTTINGS. Per 100 Per KOO BRIDESMAID $1.60 $1 >,50 BRIDB 1.50 13.50 Per 100 Per lOOO aOLDBNaATE $150 $13.60 PERLB 1.50 12.50 All Plants and Rooted Cuttings sold under express conditions that if not satisfactory when received they are to be returned immedi- ately, when money will be refunded. "Write £ox> prloes ori l^rg;e ciia.^J:m.-ti-tios. PeterReinberg,51WabasliAve.,CMcago Please Mention the A merican Florist when writing. 416 The a mer i ca n F l o r ist. Aprils, Toronto. CLOUDS C1.BAR AWAY FROM THE EASTER SKIES AND STOCK IS WELL CLEARED OUT.— AGGREGATE OF SALES A LITTLE AHEAD OF LAST YEAR.— CUT FLOWERS AND BLOOMING PLANTS ON EQUAL FOOT- ING. All the florists are rejoicing over the Easter business. Saturday morning brought rain and hearts were heavy, bnt towards noon the sun shone and the rush began. The aggregate of sales was about twelve per cent higher than last year. Probably never before at Easter has there been better stock. Roses, except Beauties, were plentiful and, though selects sold at $4 per dozen, most of the others went at $3. Carnations were not over-plentiful, but some splen- did fancies were seen. A few Prosperity realized $2 per dozen but the general price was $1.50 per dozen for selects and $1 for ordinary stock Lily of the valley was much in demand at $1 per dozen and violets sold at $3 per dozen. Bulbous stock was not much in demand, but lilies brought 25 cents each in the good stores. In plants we have never had a better var- iety and most of them sold at good prices. Crimson Ramblers were scarce but azaleas, lilacs, spiraeas, rho- dodendrons, hydrangeas and pot lilies all sold well. Genistas were not wanted. The stores never looked better. Dun- lop had a very pretty window of two speci- men Bougainvillea Sanderiana, a large vase of cymbidiums and lily of the val- ley. Tidy had some very select roses and plant baskets in his window, while his conservatory and store were well stocked with good plants. W. Jay & Son had a nice display of plants and cut flowers. Their greenhouse at the end of the store was a splendid sight. J Simmons and W.J.Lawrence had nice stock. Thos. Plumb's new store looked well and for the short time he has been in it, is making rapid progress. H. G. D. California Carnations. Our cuttings are rooted without fire heat and are strong, hardy and well rooted. They are so far superior in every way to cuttinea rooted by flre heat that they should not be mentioned in the same connection. We guarantee safe arrival and satisfaction. Per 100 Per 1000 QDEEN LOOISE, white $4.C0 $30.00 MERMAID, Bne salmon pink 3 00 2'i.00 G. H. CRANE, scarlet 1.50 I2.no MRS. F. JOOST, fine pink. . . l.HO 8 00 Giant of California Pansy Plants, 50o per 100: $2.50 per 1,^00. Giant of California, transplanted plants, $5 per lOOO— 100 sent at 1000 rates. TERMS CASH WITH ORDER. THE LOOMIS FLORAL CO., LOOMIS, OALIFORNIA. GERANIUMS All the best varie- ties, nxtra fine plants. S. A. Nutt, _ _ Miirvt^l. Grant, l'\ Perkln»,"Mme .Taiiliu, Lu Favor te. Uill.eto ,'iH- in., J2.00per 100. S-in. $:i.Oi per lOO; 4-inch In bud or bloom $d CO per 100 PAN lES, extra fine plants from cold frame cmninK in bud $1.00 ;jfir ItO; $8,110 per lOOii. VERBENAS, 6 c per lOu; $).50 per ItOO. DOUBLE DAISIES, la-i;i^ ])la"l9 7S,- per 100; $5.0D per ItOO. HILL TOP GREENHOUSES, 15-16 Cray Ave., UTICA, N. Y. Orders booked now tor mv new Fern, '•WEPHROLEP18 FOSTERIANNA," Kentia , any quantity, ft-in., 30-in.. $100 ouch. R.C Coleus, ml.ied.fOoents per 100; Vcrachaffcltli, G. Beddcr. 75cent8 per 101. Draoa-na Indivisa, 6-in., JiOOO per 100. Geraniums In bloom for Easter. L. n. FOSTER, 45 King St., Dorchester, Mass. We like to have yon tell oar advertisers that yoa read onr paper. Geraniums, Carnations, Palms, Etc. CARNATIONS, 3Ji-in. pot plants. Per 100 Mnrquis $3.00 Ethel Crocker 3.60 California Gold 3 50 Crane 3.03 Joost 300 Mary Wood 3.50 White Cloud 2.00 GERANIUM', S. A. Nutt, Mme. Barney, R chelieu, La Favorite, John Doyle, JIme. Charle- Slolin and Beaute Poite- vine, $30.0U per loOD Jean Viaud 5.00 Marquis de Castellaine 6.00 Set of 4 New liruants for 60 Set of 8 New Doubles for 1.50 In pood ass rtment. our choioe of vari- eties, $37.60 per 1000 ROSE GERANIUMS, strong 3.50 CANNAS, all the standard varieties, strong roots 3 50 PRIMULA FORBESI 3 00 HELIOTROPES, six varieties 3.00 SELAGINELLA Emiliana 2.00 Per 100 FUCHSIAS, in good assortment of varie- ties. 3i4-in. pots $2.50 Areca Lutescens, 2H-in. pots, $31.00 per 1' 00 4.00 Areca Lutescens, 3-in. pots ; .... 8.00 Areca Lutescens, 4-in. pote., 3 plants in a pot 20.00 Kentia Helmoreana, 3^-in. pots 7 00 Kentia Behnoreana. 3 in. pots 15 00 Latania Borbonica, 3H-iD. pots 3.00 Latania Borbonica, 3in. pot, $10 per 1000 5 00 Pandanus Utilis, 3V4-in. pots 5.00 Paodanus Utilis, 4 in pots 15.00 Panda n 11 s Vfilcbii, 4-in. Dots, $6.00 per doz. ASPARAGUS PLUMOSUS, 3V4-in 4 00 ASPARAGUS SPRENGERI, strong. SVi-in.... 200 ASPARAGUS SPRENGERI, strong. 3-in 3.00 SPIRAEAS, Nana Compacta. Astilboides, Klurj-^unda and Japonica at 3.50 AZALEA MOLLIS, fine for Easter 85.00 TUBERoUS ROOTED BEGONIAS, single, separate colors .. 3.00 TUBEROUS ROOTED BEGONIAS, double, separate colors 6.00 GLOXINIAS 4.00 mSiorrsA Harrison Co. PAINESVILLE, OHIO. ^^^^^^^^^%# ^^^^^^^9 ARECA LUTESCENS, per doz.— 4-in., $3; 5-in. $5; 6-in., $9. KENTIA BELMOREANA, per doz.^J-in , $4; 5-in., $9; 6-in., $18. KtiNTIA FORSTERIANA, per doz.— 4-in., $4; 6-in., $9; 6-in., $15. LATANIA BORB 'NICA, per doz.— 4-in., $3; 6-in., $5; 6-in., $9; 7 in $1 1; 8-in.,$;4. FICUS ELASTICA, 6-in.. $9 per doz. ARALIA SIEBOLDII, 5-in.. $4 perdoz.; 6-in., $6 pir doz. PANDAMUS VEITCHII. per doz —5-in.. $12; 6-in , $18; 8-in.,$36. NEPHROLEPIS BOSTONIENSIS, runners, $iO per lono; 2 in , $1 per lot; 8-m., $15 per doz. NEPHROLEPIS WITTBOlDII. fine spfcimens from 8-in. pots. $15 per doz. ASPARAGUS PLUMOSUS NANUS, from seed bench, $25 per 1000; 2 in., $1 per lOJ; 3 in.. $8 per lOD. FERNS FOR DISHES, Etc., $4 per 100. FERN BALLS, well furnished with leaves, $5 per doz. TheGEO-WITTBOLDCO. 1657 Buckingham PI., Chicago. ROSES WELL GROWN Beautiful Young Stock, breaking at every eye. Will make Large Plants Early ' 100 1000 Bridesmaids, Brides, 2x3 rose pots $2.50 $22.60 Maids, Bridrs, Gates, rooted cuttings 1.50 12.00 Perle. rooted cuttings 2.03 16.00 All Select Two and Three-Eye Cuttings. Parnafinnc Alarquis. Jubilee, Flora Hill, l^dl lldllUIIS. $1.25 per 100; Scott, $1. W. H. 6ULLETT & SONS, Linooln, III. A. W. SMITH'S MOON VINES, IPOMOEA NOCTIFL.ORA, Now ready. Eiirliest moon vine grown, flowers fure white, look like wax a' d large as a saucer, have a full supply of these vines, which are ever in great demand 2s4-in. pots. $5 00, 4-in. pots ready May 1, from $8.00 to $10.tO per 100. U'lUPRKV ASCHAI&NN, 1013 ONTARIO HT. PHILADELPHIA. Gen. Grant. La Kavorlts. 8. A. Nutt E (i. Hill and Frances Perkins, 4.tnch, in bud and bloom, $5 on pe- 100; $10.00 per 10 0. FUCHSItS. double and xingle, 4-ln., $3 per 100. HELIOTROPE, 4-lnch. $5.0U per IiO. PANblES, thc^ verv best strain, 60o per 100 by mail; *'*.fii p*r lOOn l>v express. MAMMOTH VERBENAS, "''■■ ner I'd by mall; 14.60 per lOOOby exi.r.'.ss WHITTON A SONS, City and Cratin Sta., UTICA, N. V. J^astmentionthe^meruanFlorislwHtn writing. Baby Primroses (PRIMULA FORBESI). Rooted Cuttings; 75c per 100, $6.00 per 1000; out of 4-in. pots in full bloom, Ji.OO pe' doz. Cash please. HENRY EICHHOLZ. Waynesboro. Pa. BOBBINK & ATKINS, Plant and Bulb Merchants, RUTHCRrORD, N. J. Pansy and Vegetable Plants. CHbbiiv:*', Lettuce and •*tinBy plants ready after April I. Tomato, Pepper, Celery ;ind (Jauhflower rnady May 1. Thesi' are stookv traosplanted plants from best seed obtiilnable; liardeDed olT in cold frames. For pr)cnn write FRANK SHEARER & SON., Cardsnora, BINCHAMTON, N. V. ■^ .-*. *^ -*. ^- Ifrldea, Maids and Goldan ■CO^f^^ Gates. 2% Inch Block In fine ■^*'*^'-"^ condition. $3.2Ii per 100; tl8 per 1000. Ready for delivery. West View Floral Co., Knlghtstown, Ind. igo2. The American Florist. 417 ROOTED CARNATION CUTTINGS. "X^XS^ You don't have to buy 20O to have lOO fit to plant out, when planting time comes. For every 100 we send, you have 101 when ready to plant. We have the finest and largest stock of NORWAY and ESTELLE in the country. Stock marked ( * ), now ready in flats. ^^"Send us a list of your wants for special prices on large lots. Flora Hill $1-75 ♦General Maoeo 1.75 ♦Mrs. F. .Joost 1.75 ♦ White Cloud 1.75 »Wm. Scott 1.75 ♦America 1.75 Daybreak 1.75 ♦ Ethel Crocker 1.75 ♦G. H. Crane 3.50 ♦Triumph 2.00 Guardian Angel 1.75 ♦Genevieve Lord 2. CO ♦Marquis 2.00 ♦Mrs. G. M. Bradt 3.50 ♦Chicago 3.50 Gold Nugget 3.60 ♦Morning 31ory 3.00 ♦Lorna 5.00 ♦Mrs. T. W. Lawson 5.0D ♦Queen Louise 5.00 ♦Norway 4.50 Prosperity 6.00 ♦Governor Roosevelt 6.0O ♦Estelle 6.00 GREENHOUSES: WESTERN SPRINGS, ILL. Per KO Per 1000 $15.00 15.00 15.00 15.00 15.00 15 00 15.00 15.00 30.00 18.00 16.00 15.00 17.50 20.00 30.00 30.00 25.00 40.00 40.C0 45.00 40.00 50. CO 50.00 50.00 Per lOO Per 1000 Dorothy 6.00 ♦Cressbrook 10.00 Enquirer 13 00 *Mrs. Potter Palmer 13.00 ♦Mrs. Higinbotham 12.00 Mrs. E. A. Nelson 10.00 50,00 75.00 100.00 ICO.OO 100.03 80.00 BOSTON FERNS. In pans, grown the way you like them, full, bushy, con pact stock, reaiiy for your counter CANNAS. strong, Dormant, Two Eyed Roots. Per lOO Per 1000 Allemania $3.00 $25.00 Burbank 3.0O 25.00 Exp. Crampbell 3.00 25.00 Florence Vaughan 4.00 35.00 Mdlle. Berat 3.O0 25.00 Paul Marquant 3.00 25.00 Pres. Carnot 2.50 20.00 Mixed all colors 1.75 10.03 Largest stock in United States of other choice cannas true to name. Write for prices. 100 $60.00 40.00 20.00 10.00 600 VaUGHAN'S SEED STORE, f^ trade. Each Doz. 13-inch pans $4.00 $40.00 10-inch pans 3.00 30.00 9-inch pans 2.0O 31.00 8inch pans 1.50 15.(0 7-inch pans 1.00 10.00 6-iDch pans 75 8.C0 5-iDch pans 50 5.00 4-inch pots 2.50 3-inch pots 1.50 3i4-inch pots .60 ASPARAGUS PLUMOSUS NANUS. Fine bushy^stock in large quantity. Doz. 100 1000 5-inch pots $4.00 $30.00 4-inch pots 2.00 15.00 3-inch pots 1.00 8.00 $70.00 3V4-iiich pots 60 5.00 40.00 ARAUCARIA EXCELSA. A Big Bargain. 5-inch pots, 18 to 30 inches high, 4 to 6 whorls, each, 75c; dozen, $9.00. FICUS ELASTICA (Rubber Plant). 7-inch pots, 36 inches high, very fine stock, $9.00 per dozen. PHCENIX CANARIENSIS. Fine bushy plants, 8-inch pots, 36 inches high, each, $3.60; dozen, 124.00. 84-83 RANDOLPH ST., CHICAGO. BARCLAY ST., NEW YORK. IMPATIENS THE QUEEN This variety we now offer for the first time, it being far ahead of any cheap bloom- ing house plant that we know of. A grand plant for out-of-town florists. Flowers 1% to IV4 inches in diameter, color a delicate satiny pink with bright car- mine eye, center of petals faintly tinged with white, wonderfully profuse and of the easiest culture. Price, 2mch pot plants, $J.50 per do?,; $J0 00 per JOG. CENTKAL MICHIGAN NTJIISEBY, Kalamazoo, Micli. r\ CIANT SWEET ALYSSUM $1 per 100; $8 per 1000. ^ ASTERS, \ icks best, separate col- ors, great big strong plants from soil, 60o per 100; $5.00 per lOOO. CANDYTUFT. from soil, 60c per UO; $4.G0 per lOOO. Express paid. C. Humfeld, Clay Center, Kas. What You want and where to Get it, BRIDE and BRIDESMAID ROSES. 3i^-in. pots, ex- tra fine, rtady for 3-in., $3.35 per 100; $30 per 1000. Dbl. Grant, S. A Nutt, Murkland and dbl. deep pink Geraniums, 3 in. pots, $5.00 per 100. AGERATUM, Germiin Ivy. Golden Bedder and assorted Coleus, 2-in. pots, $1.60 per lOX ALTERNANTHERA, 3 varieties, (red and yellow), 3-in. uots, *l.fO per 100. VINCA VARIEGATA. 2-in., $2.00 per 100. Rooted cuttings, ALTERNANTHERA. 55c per 100; 15 per 10;0. Golden Bedder. Verschaffeltii, Coleus, 6Cc per 100. Assorted Coleus. 55c per ICO. Case with Order. R.I.HART. HACKETTSTOWN, N. J. Burbank, Henderson, Mme. Crozy, F. Vaughan, P. Mi>r- quant, L. E. Bally, A. Bouvier, J. C. Vaughan, Eiandale, Souv. de Antoine Crozy in variety, started, $2.50 per 100. ALTtnNANTHtnAS c!, 60c,°postpaid.' Pot plants, red, yellow, pink, $3.00 per 100. BOSTON FERN l1nir$i.^c°o: ^^"^^' "^'^ Begonias, flowering, in variety, 3H-in., 2Hc. Ruuella Multlflora and Blegantl8glma.2^-in.4c. Vlnca Maior, strong, fine runners, 2-in., 3c. Cash. A. J. BALDWIN, NEWARK, OHIO. CANNAS Dahlias Mrs. Winters THE WORLD'S BEST WHITE DAHLIA. Novelties and Stand- ard varieties. 18yrs'. experience and have failed of no prize competed for. See my catalogue before placing your order. Also fine field-grown Hollyhocks at $2.50 per lOO. Cannas, Pceonias and Hardy Plants. Cheap mix- tures are dear; get the beat. W. W. WILMOREp The Dahlia Specialist, Box 382. DENVER. COLO. 100,000 Pansies. The Jennings' Strain, extra fine plants, all transplanted, many are fringed and curled, strong plants, $4.00 per lOW, express; 75c per luO mail. Large plants, $1.00 per 100. Fine cold frame plants in bud and bloom, now ready, $1.50 per 100; $7.50 per 500; $15-00 per ICOO, by express only. Stock the finest. Grown in cool houses. Cash. E. B. JENNINGS, Look Box 264, SouUiport, Com. Grower of the Finest Pansies. GHRYSflNTHEMUMS are our SPECIALTY. We also offer a complete list of Carnations, Cannas, Pelargoniums, Etc. Send for Catalogue. Nathan Smith & Son, Adrain, Mich. Violets My Specially Good sirorg rooted runners of Princess of Wales and La France at $3 per lOJO; $i5 per 10,tOO; now ready. Also Tree Violets in 2!4-in. pots and 8 to 12 inches high, ready May 1st, at $5 per lOO. Orders booked now. Cash with order. FD.BOULON^SEAOLIFF.L.I. ROOTED CUTTINGS Estelle, $5.00; Lawson, $4.00; Marquis and Elm City, $2.00; Crocket and Lord, $1.00 per 100. Other varieties on application. Genistas, bushy plants for Easter, 6-in. pots, S4.bO per doz. SANA B. HEBBOIT, OLEAN, N. T. 100,000 GIANT PANSIES Best strain, strong plants, all transplanted and grown cool, 50c per 100; $4.00 per lOCO. Express prepaid. ASTERS, Hohenzollern, pure white, delicate rose and red (Roemer's), last yearnovelty, grandest aster to date. Mammoth size, 7 inches across, double to center, resembling a large Japanese chrysanthemum, unsurpassed for cutting or bed- ding, plants branching, with strong stem's 18 to 30 inches long, 7Jo per lOO; $6.00 per 1000. Queen of the Market, white, red, pink and mi^ed. Florists' Upright Branching, outer petals re- curved, center petals incurved, superb cut flower, pure white, daybreak pink, flery scarlet and lavender. Late Branching or Semple's, white, rose pink, lavender, red and mixed. All the above are the best money makers for florists, strong, healthy plants, assorted tD suit lOc per 100; $4.00 per 1000. Express prepaid for cash with order. DES MOINES PUNT CO., 38th St., Des Moines, Iowa. BUCKBEE'S FANCY PANSY PLANTS. Extra fine stocky September plants, trans- planted and wintered in cold frames, now in bud and bloom,$1.50 per 100,$10per 1000. H. W. BUCKBEE^ Bocktord Seed Farms, __ Forest City Greenhouses, ROCKFORD, ILL. PANSIES.... Giant Trimardeau, 50c per 100 by mail; 13 per lOOO by exprtss. Giant Mme. Perret, $4 per lOOo; 60o per 100. Strong— win- tered in cold frames. J. P. FRYER, 102H UNION AVE CHICAGO, ILL. ROBT. CRAIG & SON, | Roses, Palms - and Novelties in Decorative Plants, Market and 49th Sts., Philadelphia, Pa. j Please mention the American Florist when writing. 418 The American Florist. April 5, St. Paul. PLANT TRADE TAKES THE LBAD AT BASTBR. — CDT FLOWER BDSINESS BIG BUT SBOWS NO INCRBASE. — VARIOUS NOTES. This was essentially a plant Easter and everything in that line sold, from the modest hyacinth at 25 cents per pot to azaleas at $15 each. But the lily is the queen of Easter plants and proved her right to the title by outselling all others, prices ranging np to $3 and $5 each. Hybrid roses and Crimson Ramblers also sold at sight. In cut flowers there was no appreciable increase in sales over last season, though there was a heavy demand for stock all the week. In roses Meteor and Liberty seemed to be in greatest demand, showing red to be as much of an Easter color as white was a few years ago. Carnations were good sellers, while violets were eagerly sought alter by all buyers. Murillo tulips well done were great sellers. In cut flowers the home supply was wholly inadequate. Large consignments were sent in from Chicago, Milwaukee, Joliet and Council Blnfis. One large consignment of carnations received by Holm & Olson was asleep when it arrived. While full reports are not yet in I think it safe to announce that this year's sales were fully fifteen per cent larger than last year. One department store handled cut flowers, or rather one florist did business through a department store, but sales were not encouraging. Felix. SPECIAL April OFFER GERANIUMS. To reduce our stock of 100,000 plants at once, we will fill orders for the following strictly high grade varieties, true to name and tlrst-class in every respect: extra strong t' p cuttings, well rooted, ready for 2H-inch pots, $1.50 per UO; $14.00 ner 1000; In Variety— S. A. Nutt (best crimson ted- der), E. G. Hill, F. Perkins, Beaute Poilevine, Mme. Bruant, Dutchess of Orleans, La Favorite, J. M. Garr, Snow Drift, Thos. Meehan, Alphonse Riocard, L. P. Morton, Athlete, J. J. Harrison, E. Kelway, Mme. Jaulin. Double Fringed Petunias, our superb collection of ten novelties, extra strong rooted cuttings, $1.00 per 100; $9.0) per 1030. Smilax, strong seedlings ready for 2-inoh pots, EOj per ICO; $4.00 per 1000. CASH WITH ORDEU. The W.T. Buckley Plant Co., Springfield. III. For Spring Potting. FERNS 100,000 Choicest Ferns, strong, in fliits. at Ic; $10 per lOOO by express, in ten sorts; sample 100 mailed tor $1.35. Safe arrival guaranteed Have sent (-very year, for several years, to California, Canada and all other states in perfei.'t condition. Plants fill a 3V4-inoh pot at once. Adiantum Pubescens. Pteris, Xephrodium, Lomaria, Lygo- dium, I'olystibhum, Anemia, etc.. etc. Also same sorts in 2ys-inch pots, fit to shift on, $3 per 100; $25perlC00. Boston Fern, stroni; 2V4-inch. $3 per 100; j)35 per 1000. Nephrolepis Philippensis, 2^-in. $3 per UO. Clematis Paniculala, seedlings, lO'J mailed $1; $5 per 1000 by express. JOHN H. LEY, eood Hope. Washington. P. C. VIOLET Plants 5C00 Marie Louise, eood heiiUIiy stock, price $1.35 per 109; $10.00 pi.T lOCO. Cauliflower Dwarf Erfurt, Transplanted from llatH. 7Bo Eur 100. CASH WITH ORDER. A. R. KNOWLES. Bloomington. III. JOSEPH HEACOCK, Wynoota, Pa., Grower of Palms and Am. Beauty Roses. ROOTED CUniNG LIST NOW READY POR Per 100 Per 1000 Marguerites % .75 % 6.00 Heliotrope, 4 varieties 60 &.00 English Ivy 2.00 18.00 Pyrethrum, double white 1.00 8.00 Achyrantbes, 4 varieties 1.00 8.00 Salvia, 4 varieties 60 &.B0 Ageratum, 6 varieties 60 5.00 Alternanthera, 4 varieties 75 6.00 Fuchsias, 3 varieties 1.25 10.00 Abutilons, 13 varieties 2.00 18.00 Coleus, 75 varieties, named 75 6.00 " not named 60 5.00 " Verschafleltii, red 60 4.50 golden 60 4.50 Coleus SHIPMENT. Per 100 Per 1000 Golden liedder 60 4.50 Brilliancy 8 00 Rnctnn FprnC strong, bushy, well grown DUaiUII I CI us stock for Immediate ship- ment. Per 100 Per 1000 2S<-inch pots 12.50 122.00 2H-inoh pots 3.00 28.00 3 -inch pots 6.00 55.00 PTERIS TREMULA, 2H-inoh pots, per 100, $2.00; V/%-'va. pots, per lOO, J3.00; 8-in. pots, per 100, »5. For list of varieties see American Florist of Nov. 9. If wanted by mail add 15c per 100. Sam- ples by mail 25o. rHDVC&MTHFMIIMC ^^- ^^- Lincoln, Jerome Jones, Golden Wedding, Philadelphia, Ivory, V>llnlonil IIILITIUIflO Thornden. Pres. Smith, Minnie Wanamaker, Louis Hoehmer, Maud Dean, Viviand-Morel, Bajor Bonnaffon, G. W. Childs, Mme. Bergmann, Glory of Pacidc, J. G. Whilldin. Rooted cuttings, grand stuff, $1.25 per lOO; $10.00 per 1000. ^^All the above sold on the positive guarantee of their being first-class, If not, your money at once refunded. Having to rebuild our greenhouses this season the following stock is 'n our way at the start. If you waot any speak quick: .\spiragus Plumosus, 3-year, from bed, fine clumps, $18.00 per 100. Kea- tias, 2H-inch, very fine, $6.00 per 100. Roses— Uirich'Brunner, 2-year old, pot grown, have just cut a crop of flowers from them. Can now be safely shaken out, grand stock either for next year's forcingor stock plants, own roots, $12.00 per 100. Paul Neyron, same as ab^ve. $12.00 p<-'r 100. Aspidistra Var. 4 inch, 15c each. Kentia Seedlings, from flats, 1-year, $3.50 per 100. Geranium Mrs. Pollock and Happy Thought,! and 2-year stock, plants from bench, $3.0J per 100. English Ivy, fall propagated, very fine, $1.2i per 100, $10.00 per 1,000. Polnsijttia. l-year dormant. $3.00 per 100. Cannus, dry roots, Bouvier. Vaughan, Egandale, Crozy, Burbank, $1.50 per 100. Dra(ja?na Indivisa, 5, 6 and 7-inoh pots, 20 to 36 inches high, perfect plants, assorted sizes, 8-3.00 per 100. JOHM IRVII^E & SOMS, Bay City, Mich, lADJscountof SO^oonWittboldiiFerns I FOR 30 DAYS ONLY. 23^-incli, $5.00; 3-incli, 5J58.oo; 4-mcli, $12.00; 5-inch, $20 per 100. Bencli plants, $3 to $8 per 100. Good for lo-inch pots, 50 cts. each. THESE ARE JUST WHAT YOU WANT FOR EASTER. A. J. BALDWIN, Newdrl(, Ohio. \ CASH PLEASE. GERANIUNIS Per 100 16 fine varieties, 2;^-inch pots J3.00 16 fine varieties, 3-inch pots 4.00 500 Asparagus Sprengerl, 2-inch pots 2.00 Coleus, tS varieties, 2-inch pots 2.00 Verbenas, 2-inch pots 200 Vinca Var, 2-inch pots 2.50 Large Pansy Plants i.5o CASH OR C. O. D. J. H. CUNNINGHAM, Delaware. 0. TO MAKE ROOM I OFFER 150 Kentia Belmoreana, 2M-iQ $5.00 per 100 400 " " 3-in 10.00 per 100 200 " " 4-in., 2d size 15 00 per ICO 100 Latania Borbonica, 3-in 5.00 per 1(0 lOOPandanus Ulilis, 3;.i-ln 4.00 per 100 75 ■■ •■ 8-in 8.00 per 100 400ScIaglnella Emmellana, IM-ux 3.00 per 10) All healthy stock. Cash with order. JOSEPH E. BONSALL, SALEM OHIO. VIOLETS Rooted cuttings of Mario Louise, Lady Campbell, Swaulev White and Imperial, 2X-in. pots, $3.00 per 100: t!.s 00 per lOOO. CARNATIONS, rooted cuttngs. SKND F()K CATALOGUE. CRABB & HUNTER, Grand Rapids, MIoh. Pieau mention the A meruan Florist when ivriiing. GERANIUMS TaV-'dSfiX!" GERANIUMS — Dbl. Grant. Alphonse R'coard, Mme. Thibaut, Mme. Jaulin, Oloire de France, Frances Perkins, Beaute Poitevlne, La Favorite, S. A. Nutt, etc., strong well Bro\vn i^lants from 2^-in. pots, labeled, $3.i 0 per flO; $.'.'>.00 per 1000. Mixed, my selection, $2.00 per 100; $18 00 per 1000. I'^xtra strong plants from 3-in. pots, in bud and bloom, $4.00 per ICO: $35.03 per lOuO. From 3>4-in. pots. $8.00 per lOD; $50.00 per 10 0. PANNAx (l^ormant roo's). 2 lo 3 eyes, strong UnnHHO tubers, Florence Vaughan, Queen Charlotte, Clias. Henderson, $2.ro per 100; $16.00 per 1000. Started from sandbed, $.'..50 per 100; $iO.0O per lOOO. Gyclamsn Perslcum Splendens Giganteum Finest strain in the world, in four true colors, now ready, transplanted from Hats. 3 to 4 leaves, line phints. $3,011 p.T lOD; $.'5 OO piT 1000. lin Day In good mixture only, from 2V4- lld nCA in. pots. $1.00 per 100. PAUL MADER, East Stroudsburo, Pa. HAERENS BROS. "'^Y^. Azalea Indica lor Fall Delivery, in best sorts, includ- iuK the beautiful new Uaerenslana, from small plants to hiTfi- specimens. KENTIAS and other palms, for spring and fall, in medium and extra large sizes; all well grown. Address Sole Agents, August Rolker & Sons, 31 Barclay Street. NEW YORK. UOHK-OROWN, FINE, CLEAN STOCK; GBUWN OOOL. Write for Prloe LItt. J. Q. HEIS8. T/ie exotic Kuraeriea, DAYTON, OHIO. Ptease mention the American Florist when writing igo2. The American Florist. 419 DADCAIM? READ THIS. FOR HERE IS WHAT DAnUAinOi YOU WANT AND WE WANT ROOM. Qeraniums, composed of S. A. Nutt, La Pilot. Richard Brett Frances Perkins, Bcaute Poilevine. Dble. uen. Grant, Bruanti. Ruy Bias. Gloire de France, Centaurean, Alph. Riccard. Margaret de Leyas. .Tas. Gaar. Wunder. Granville. La Favorite, Mme. Bruant. and several other varieties in 3M in. pots, also Rose Geraniums, and want shifting at once, at $2.60 per lOU; $20.00 per 1800 Special pri'-es in lots of .=S000 or more, 500 at 1000 rate. Coleus, in variety, 3)i-in. pots, $1 50 per 100; rooted cuttings 61o. per 100; $5.0U per 1000. Verschaifeltll and Queen, 70e. per 100; $6.00 per ICOO. Anthemis Shower of Gold, K C , Jl.SO per 10. Ajceratum, in variety, 2M-in. pots, $2.00 per 100; rooted cuttings. 60c. per 100. Fuchsias, in v.ariety, 2M-ln pots, $3.00 per 100; rooted cuttin;;:s, #1.35 per lOU. Heliotrope, in variety, iVi-ia. pots, $3.00 per 100; rooted cuttings, $1.00 per lOO. Salvia, in variety, 2!4-in. pots, 12.00 per lOO; rooted cuttings, 75c. per lOO. Var. VIncas, Zht-in. pots, $2.00 per 100; rooted cu'tings. flne, $1 00 per 100; 4-in. pots, $6.00 per ICO. Feverfew, from soil. $1.50 per 100. Eoglish Ivy, from soil, $3.00 per 100. Cash with the order. J E. FELTHOUSEN, Scheneclady, N. Y. A FEW GOOD THINGS YOU WANT. KENTIA BELMOREANA and FORSTERIANA, spec- ial price to reduce stock. 3^-in., 8c: 3-in., 15c; 4-in. 2ic; fi-in., 50o;6-in., $1.00. 3. 4. 5-in ARECA LUTESCENS, 3 and 3 plants to a pot, same price. These are excellent lot of clean, cool grown plants. BOSTON FERNS, 4o, 8c, 15o, 30c and 60o each. DRACAENA INDIVISA, 3, 4, 5-in., 6c, 10c, 2do each. GLADIOLUS BULBS, good mixture, $1.00 per 100. GERANIUMS, 2-iD., Bonnat, double and single Grant, La Favorite, S. A. Nutt, Atkinson, Salleroi, Poitevine, M. Baray. Kleber, John Doyle, Jaulin, Rir-oard. Mrs. E. G. Hill, Perkins. Per 100— 3-in., $3rO; 3-in.. $5.00. ASPARAGUS SPRENGERI, 3-inoh, $3.00 per 100; Plnraosus, 3-inch. $8.00 per 100. PANSIES, in bud and bloom, $1.00 per 100. ENGLISH IVY, 2-in., $3 00; 3-iD., $6.00 per 100. Verbena, Petunia. Smilax, Achyranthes. Lobelia, C ileus, Alternanthera, Tomato Plants, Camobell Violets, Aster, .\geratum. Heliotrope. Vinca Var., Giant Alyssum, Scarlet Sage Clara Bedman. 3 in., $2.00 per ICO; 3-in., $4.00 to $5.00 per 100. Send for wholesale lists. Cash or C. O. D. GEO. M. EMUANS, NEWTON, N. J. CHRYSANTHEMUMS. 47 varieties includine Eaton. Appleton, Gold- mine. Trophy. Golden Beauty. October Suoshine, Superba. Zeno. both Bounaffoos, Xmas, Cbad- wick, Robinson. Glessner, TJerj;manD. Perrin, Pennsylvania, Bassett, HurrelJ. Golden Wedding, Buettner, Mayflower, Niveus, J. Jones, Snow Queen, Sunstone. Ivory, Evangeline, Shrimptoo, Childs, Dean, Shaw, Morel, Halloek, Murdock, Lincoln, etc.. from 3i4-inch pots. Also Rooted Cuttings. Write for prices giving kinds and amount wauled. VERBENAS— 17 of the choicest kinds from ^^-in. pots. $:.00 per lOO. PETUMIAS— Double white. 2H-inch, $3.00 per 100. Rooted Cuttings $1.50 per 100. GIANT ALYSSUM and BLUE AGERATUM from pots ^Z.Qi per 100. Preserve this as it will not appear a ain. J. W, THOMPSON. Mt. Pieasant, Iowa. Chrysanthemums IZ'^ ""^^'it "z foi" ■^^^^^^■^^^■^■■^ lowing varieties: Merry Monarch, white and yellow; Willowbrook, Mme. BergmiU". J. H. Troy. J. E. Lager, Mrs. H.Robin- son, Pacific, Polly Rose, J. Shrimpton, Bonnaf- fon, M. Hend rson. Fl. Pullman, Ivory, pink and while; Murdock, F. B. Hajes, G. W. Childs, Pres. Smith, .J erome .Jones, $1.25 per lOD; $10.00 per 1000. Walter Molatsch, R. Halliday, Appleton. $2,00 per 100. Cash with order. C. F. NEIPP, AQUEDUCT, WOODHAVEN P. O , N. Y. STOCKS. Ten Weeks, out of 3;i in. .$2.00 per 100; $15 per lOOO. Salvias, ai^i-inch, $2.00 per 100. Giant Alyssum, 2M-inoh, $2. CO per 100. Sweet Williams, 1 year old plants. J3.00 per 100; $15. CO per lOOO. Forget-Me-Not, 3!4-inch, in bloom, $1.50 per 100. Vinca Variegata. rooted cuttings. $1.00 per 100. J. C. SCHMIDT, Bristol, Pa. ROOTED CUTTINGS OUR SPECIALTY-Vtriien*!. all standard named kinds, 60c per 100; $5.00 per 1000. Hdlotnpt, 14 named varieties. $1 00 per 100; $8.00 per 1000. Pttunlai, 34 varieties, $1 25 per 100. Salvias, 5 varieties, $1.00 per 100. Agaratainit,5 varie- ties, 60o per 100. Colaui, 34 varieuies, 60c per 100; $5.00 per 1000. Alyunm, $1.00 per lOO. Express prepaid on all Rooted Cuttings. Satisfaction guaranteed. Cash with order. Write — S. D. BRANT. CLAY CENTER, KAN. warded the only fliit- laiiCertilloatool Merit by the Society of Amer- ican Floilitiat Bottos Aag.21,1890,tai.Stanqdabtebs for HORTICULTURAL SUPPLIES Of Every Description. When you can't get what you want anywhere else, send here, we will send it to you. "If if 8 used In Horticulture, we have It." DUNNE A. CO., 64 W. 80th St^ NtwYort. Telephone Gall, 1700 Madlion Square. A. HERRMANN. Cape flowers, au. oolobb; Cycas Leaves, Metal Designs, ^^ All Florists' Sapplles. Bend fot Piioei. -4lt ■•■t S4th St.. MVW VORK. Mention the American Florist when writing to advertisers on this page. BASKETS, GYGAS LEAVES, WHEAT SHEAVES \ UP-TO-DATE, BEST IMPORTED. UNEXCELLED. Are indispensable to every well regulated Flower shoo. In order to have the Best, your orders should be placed with the LEADING FLORISTS' SUPPPLY HOUSE. Full line of Florists' Supplies always on hand. Catalogue for the asking. Leading Florists' Supply House. hnporfers and Manufacturers \ M.RIGE&GO., 918 Filbert St., Philadelphia, Pa. o A Shipment Wreaths and Leaves. These are only a carry. The quality is the BEST and the price is RIGHT, H. Bayersdorfer & Co., 50-56 No. Fourth St., Philadelphia, Pa. from Bayersdorfer & Co. represents a wise invest- ment. Baskets, Jardinieres, Pot Covers, Fern- eries, Vases, Doves, Sheaves, Inscriptions, Cycas These are only a fraction of the list of useful Florists' Supplies we Send for Complete Catalogue. WB NOW OFFER ?? ''Chemicals for making LIQUID COMPOST. Dry powders all soluble in water, compoats cost less than 3-^c per gal. Correspondence invited. EASTERN CHEMICAL COMPANY, 620 Atlantic Ave., Boston. ABELS. The Best and Cheapest EVER- LASTING METAL LABEL made. Don't send out etc, without being |:.„. I properly named. Price quoted and sam mmi pies on'application. Plain labels 40c per 100; $2.C0 per lOtO, including steel marker. WILLIS G. YOUNG, 323 Brown St., Dayton, 0. Fresh Tobacco Stems. Bales of 300 pounds, $J.50. Cash With Order W. C. BECKERT, Allegheny. Pa. FRUIT AND FLOWER PLATES Seed Packet, and Suppliet of all kind, for NURSERYMEN, FLORISTS and SEEDSMEN SEND FOR PRICB LIST. Stook Cuts, lOo per sq^uare inch. Engraving by ftll processes. Printing and Lithographing, (lluiirated Catalogues a specialty. VREDENBUR6 & CO., Rochester, N. Y. VUase witrntion thf American Florist when writing. Ho. 1.— Brass, nickel, 4 feet long, S olaips to each rod. Price complete (with green or white tum- blers) ,2. SB. Price complete (with green or white Qornncopia vases) 12.50. No. 2.— Heavy 4 ft. rod brassed and nickeled, with three claipi for 5 to fl- inch pots, each, tl.75. Eift's patent rubber capped Flowib TrrsBB, IM-lnoh diameter, per 100, IS.N. lOSEPH KIFT k SON. I7ZB Chestnut St. Phlla.. Pa. Adjustable Vase Holders Invalid Appliance Co., COLUMBIA PUNT TUBS "TTic kiad ihai otwtttU apan." 11 joor KcditDoi] donn't boodle Ihcm, please mention the American Florist when writings CUTFLOWERBOXES WATERPROOF Corner Look Style. The b St, strongest and neatest folding cut flower box ever made. Cheap, durable, handy. To try them once is to use ;hem always. DON'T USE OLD STORE BOXES. It you have any doubt, send for samples, which speak for themselves. Size No. 1. 3s4'/2Xl6-. $1.75 per 10 ; SlS.fO per 1000 " No. 2. 3x6x18.... 2.00 " 18.00 " No. 3. 4x8x18.... 2.40 " 22.00 " No. 4. 3x6x20.... 2.75 " 25.00 " No. 5. 4x8x32.... 3.00 " 28.00 " No. 6. 4x8x28.... 3.75 " 35.00 THE LIVINGSTON SEED CO. Box 103. COLUMBUS, O. SiGMUND GEUER Importer and Mfr. of Florists' Supplies Complete stock— New Qoodi— New lUnitrated Cataloeue Now Ready. Send for it. 108 W. 28th St., near 6th Ave. ,'NEW YORK. AdjustablePlantStands THE BEST ON THE MARKET. I stand SI. 50; 3 Stands S4. 00: 6 Stands S7.50; 12 Stands SI4. CO. YOU NEED THIM IN YOUR BUSINESS. C. B. WHITNALL. IVIILWAUKEE, WIS. REED & KELLER, 122 & 119 W. 25th St., NEW YORK, N. Y. MANUFACTURERS OF FLORISTS' WIRE DESIGNS. IMPORTERS AND DEALERS IN FLORISTS' SUPPLIES. Galax Leaves and all Decorative Greens. GARDENING For Amateur and Professional Gardeners. The Leading American Journal of Uorti- ciilture Foreign Subscriptions $2.50 per year. Sample Copies Free. THE GARDENING CO. gSrc°aVo?m.'rS.s.A. Always mention the American Flo- rist when writing to advertisers. 422 The American Florist. April 5 Minneapolis. TEADB HEAVY RIGHT THBODGH EASTER WEEK.— ROSES ALMOST THE ONLY SHORT- AGE.— GOOD WINDOW DISPLAYS. Easter week was exceedingly busy and tradepnrsued a rapid pace right through. Stock in general was good, although some pickled material was received and a few shipments were refused, as goods were old and useless, which is a very provoking matter to the consumer, espe- cially at the holidays. Roses were the scarcest article on the market, while car- nations seemrd about suflBcient to meet demand. Rosescommanded a maximum price of $9, tew being sold at less than $6 per hundred. Carnations brought from $3 to $5. Harriaii sold for 25 cents a flower. Other bulbons stock went read- ily, both in pots and as cut flowers. Violets were scarce and a tancy price was received. There was a good plant trade. Some of the prettiest window displays seen in this city for a long while were observed last week in the stores of Wm. Donaldson & Company, A. S. Swanson, E. Nagel & Company, Wessling, Menden- hall and a number of others. Some of the choicest blooming plants, lilies, azaleas, hybrid roses, rhododendrons and cinerarias were in each display and credit should be given those whose good taste was shown in the arrangement. C. F. R. Tanytown, N. Y. HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY HOLDS AN INTER ESTING SESSION. — FALL SHOW PLANNED. President Wm. Scott presided at the meeting of the Tarrytown Horticultutal Society, March 27. It was decided to incorporate the society. The fourth annual exhibition will be held November 11 to 13 and schedules were distributed. It was decided that a silver medal be offered for the best decorative plant not yet in commerce. Cooke & McCord donated $25 for a special prize. The exhibit of the evening was from Alex. E Hogg and consisted of fine vases of American Beauty, Golden Gate and Sunset roses, and several varieties of carnations. Honorable mention was awarded. A dozen honorary members were elected and the names of several more proposed. An essay on "Rose Culture Under Glass." was read by Percy Whit- ney and discussion followed. H.J.R. PUaie ntfntion the American Floriii when uniting %tllii«tlitiltiitiltj *' MT IS just as essential in building to get I good material, as it is to plant house with good stock. You cannot get a good cut of flowers from poor plants, neither can you build a substant- ial house from poor material. We have made greenhouse construction a special study. You are welcome to the benefit of our wide (M experience. Get our estimate, your local mill. We can serve you better than Jo^ i)NiNa*w. rcHic/ico 1I1toI15BLACKHAWKS SLLLinC AGELMTS FOR GARLAMD IRON GUTTERS ILl. Vlifli*fl9liVliVfi9% Use our Patent IRON BENCH FITTINGS and Roof Supports. M THE JENNINGS IRON GUTTER IMPROVEI IMPROVED VAPORIZING PANS For Tobacco EztTact8> Etc. Send for Clrcnlara. DILLER, GASKEY & CO., oHN^mGe V^oe.. S. W. Cor. Sixth and Berk Sts.. PHILADELPHIA. VENTILniNB APPARATUS. DILLON'S GREENHOUSE MFG. GO. 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IV Wolf John 403 Wood Bros 411 Wood TWA Sons. . 420 Young Jno 4 5 Young W G 421 YoungANugent... 405 Chester, Pa.— Carl Shaler was recently released from the Norristown asylum but acted so strangely ,altho ugh not violently, that he was sent back to the institution. -^NEW OEPftRTURt" ^VEMT)L/\TING f\PPLI8NCE? This is a funny looking thing but it will do the work easier and cost less than any other apparatus on earth or any other place. Send for a descriptive circular to J. D. CARMODY. Evansville, Ind. THE NEW SELF BALANCING CAST IRON... VENTILATOR One machine will ooen this ventilator on houses up to 1000 feet long. Send for circular. A. RASMUSSEN, NEW ALBANY, IND. GOOD A GENERATION AGO ! Good Today! Good Always! The WEATHERED BOILER and the principles on which it is constructed have stood the test of years. If you want a reliable heater, there are none as good as the WEATHERED. Endorsed by hundreds of Flo- rists. Send for descriptive list. Thos. W. Weathered's Sons, 4S MAmON ST., NEW YORK CITY. Holds Glass Firmly See the Point lO- PEERLESS Olftzlne Points are thebesU . N «* ' PROMPT SHIPMENT]: |/')^§rPorelinseedOilPolty.Pjinfo.BnislgEk:i j3^^ WRITE FOR. CATEST PRICES. ^ RmBrica is "ths Ptdw nf the I/bssbI; thETB may bs mare cnmfart JImidsbips, but wb btb thB £rst to touch Unknown Beas," Vol. XVIll. CHICAGO AND NEW YORK, APRIL 12, 190a. No. 723. fLHIlE /AlMf R]fm« IFlLPiBDST Sbtbhtkbhth Yeab. Copyright 1902, by American Florist Company, Entered as Second-Clasi Mail Matter. Pttblishbd bvibt Satxjbdat bt AMERICAN FLORIST COMPANY, 334 Dearborn St., ChlcaKO. Baitara Offlc*: 79 Milk St., Boston. Subioription, 11.00 a year. To Europe, 12.00. Subscriptions accepted only from the trade. SOCIETY OF AMERICAN FLORISTS AND ORNAMENTAL HORTICULTURISTS. OmcBBs — John Bubton, Philadelphia, Pa., presiden J. W. C. Deakb, AsheviUe, N. C, vice- president, Wm. J. Stbwabt, 79 Milk Street, Boston, Mass., secretary; H. B. Bbattt, Oil City, Pa., treasurer. The eighteenth annual meeting will be held at AsheviUe, N. C, August, 19 22, 1902. THE AMERICAN CARNATION SOCIETY. Annual convention at Brooklyn, N. Y., Feb- ruary, 1903. AXBBBT M. Hebb, Lancaster, Pa., secretary. CHRYSANTHEMUM SOCIETY OF AMERICA. Annual meeting at Asheville, N. C, August, 1902. Edwin Lonsdale, Chestnut Hill, Pa., Sec'y. AMERICAN ROSE SOCIETY. Annual meeting at call of executive committee, Lbonabd Babbon, 136 Liberty St., New York, secretary. THIS ISSUE 40 PAGES WITH COVER. CONTENTS. The sterilization of soil 425 Nephrolepis ejaltata "Anna Foster" (illua.).. .4i6 Retailers' proQt* 426 Lemoine's hybrid deutzias 427 A famous German garden (illus.) 327 Chrysanthemums— Propagating 429 —Specimen plants 429 Carnations— Preparat'on for field planting 435 Asparagus house of W. H. Elliott (illus.) 43J The Easter trade 430 Conservatory ot Bertermann Bros, (illus.) 431 The practices of uurs»rymen 432 Herbaceous plant notes 432 Chicago 433 New York 433 Time to root araucaria cuttings 434 Houses for asparagus (illus.) 434 Boston 434 Obituary — Samuel Davidson 435 St. Louis 415 Cleveland 436 The seed trade 440 Philadelphia 440 The nursery trade 412 —Garden walks 442 Our pastimes 444 Cincinnati 444 St. Joseph, Mo 444 Paterson, N. J 446 Buffalo 418 Alliance, 0 450 Pittsburg 432 Seattle, Wash 454 ETrudford, Pa 456 Los Angeles, Cal 458 The Sterilization of Soil. In the edition of the American Florist for March 15, I notice an article on ster- ilization by "B." Your correspondent is correct in stating that my paper and talk was "from the standpoint of the lettuce grower, /. e., the man who farms under glass." I fully agree with the writer in regard to what he says about going to unnecessary expense in the treatment or prevention of diseases when there are cheaper methods in vogue. I have known for many years that freezing will kill the parasitic nematode or eel worm (Hetero- dera radicicola, Mull.) when done thor- oughly, although I have seen instances where encumber growers had attempted to apply this remedy in their houses and failed because the treatment or freezing was probably not thorough enough when applied under glass. This led me to advo- cate a more absolute remedy, f/z., ster- ilization, especially in those instances where the soil is not changed and where the expense of renewal is considerable. It should be remembered that in the growing of such crops as lettuce and cucumbers the same soil generally remains in the house for years and is enriched with large amounts of manure after each crop. I know of instances where the same soil has beeij used for growing let- tuce for twenty years and the grower held the Idea, which I believe is correct, that it takes time to develop a good let- tnce soil. Since it isnotdesirablein every instance to remove the soil Iromahouse andfrteze it in order to kill eel worms it is practic- able to sterilize. A skilled lettuce and cucumber grower informed me what it cost him to remove the soil in his house to the depth of one foot and replace it with new, and from his figures I esti- mated that it cost him $37 50 per 1,000 cubic feet, aind I know of instances where the cost has exceeded this. The same grower sterilized his house by the rather clnmsy tile method three years ago for $16 per 1,000 cubic feet. This house had ground beds and was utilized for lettuce and cucumbers and steriliza- tion was for soil fungi and eel worms. With perforated iron pipe W. W. Raw- son, of Arlington, Mass., who has alarge experience in sterilizing, claims it cost him $50 to treat a house 40x300 feet, which would not be more than $4.16 per 1,000 cubic feet. Mr. Rawson sterilized for the drop and so forth. Both of these methods of sterilizing require considerable shoveling, which amoants to about seventy per cent of the cost of treatment. G. M. D. Sargent, however, makes use of a method which does not require any shoveling of the soil. His sterilizer is constructed in the form of a harrow with •'!4-inch perforated teeth one foot in length. This apparatus is about 4x8 feet in size and by loosening the soil with a fork it Is easily thrust into it. Mr. Sargent sterilized a honte 45x160 feet with two men in three days. Estimating the labor at $1 50 per day, together with the amount of coal burned, it would equal $2.60 per 1,000 cubic feet. This estimate includes the cost of labor, including a fireman, and the amount of coal burned is based ontheextra amount It required to heat the additional water employed in sterilizing, assuming the boiler is already in operation. Also 1,000 cubic feet of soil is deducted from this house, which is utilized for walks, etc. As a matter of fact the boiler required little more attention than when ordinarily employed for heating the house, as a constant supply of water and steam was maintained with no difficulty. This house had ground beds and was devoted to lettuce and the sterilization was for the purpose of eliminating soil fungi. Assuming that the work was done when the boiler was not in operation the expense would be at the rate of $3.46 per 1,000 cubic feet. I consider this estimate one of the low- est yet obtained as applied to a whole house. Where the soil is removed in a house every year, as is frequently the case in florists' establishments, then the method of freezing the soil as recom- mended by your correspondent would be the cheapest and most efficient remedy for eel worms in northern latitudes. Bnt since freezing iai's to kill various fungi, for the control ot which I have also rec- ommended sterilization, we cannot resort to the freezing method of treatment in every instance. In any method of treatment care should betaken in starting plants in uninfected soil, or the desired object would not be obtained, as your correspondent rightly infers. A great deal can begained in many instances by starting the plants in steril- ized soil and not attempting to treat the whole house. Such treatment accelerates germination and development of plants and is a prevention for certain kinds of damping off. The amount of soil needed for this purpose and the cost of treating the same would be in most cases insignificant. Some tobacco grow- ers in the Connecticut valley have adopted this practice in starting their seedlings. 426 The American Florist. April 13, We have no estimate of the cost of sterilizing soils ia benches but will quote a few obtained from lettuce and cucum- ber growers who have made use of different methods and appliances: Six houses, 36x300 feet were sterilized at the rate of $5.92 per 1,000 cubic feet; one house 40x30 feet at the rate of $8.33; one house 30x200 at the rate ot $11.86; one house 23x200 at the rate of $5.00, and one house 80x250 feet at the rate of $8.56. In the latter initance part of this soil was sterilized twice, which perhaps added one-fourth to the cost. AUof these houses were treated at a time when the green- house was not heated for crop produc- tion and the amount and cost of coal is included. The variation in the price per 1,000 cubic feet is due largely to the use ot different methods and appliances. The cost of treating the house 80x250 feet, was $150. In this instance soft coal was burned at $5 per ton and the cost of the same equaled sixty-six per cent of the total expense of treatment. The amount and cost of coal also varies with the methods used. Prom some reliable estimates which we have obtained we find that the cost of coal is from $1 35 to $2.83 per 1,000 cubic foot of soil when the boiler is used exclusively for steriliz- ing, and is not in use for heating the house. In the latter instance the cost would be less, as only the extra amount of coal burned would have to be taken into consideration. The writer is well aware that methods of treatment are sometimes utilized with- out regard to any particular purpose. Our aim has been to recommend this method of treatment only where we knew there is something to be gained. The thousands of healthy plants which we have seen growing in greenhouses, where before sterilization there was noth- ing but decay and loss, together with the amount of money which has been saved to the grower bv this process, is suflScient evidence of its practicability when applied for specific purposes. George E. Stone. The Foster Fern. Of the several new forms of the Boston fern now before the public, L. H. Foster, of Dorchester, Mass , has one of the most unusual. This is a sport of the Boston fern, discovered by Mr. Foster in Novem- ber, 1900, in a bench of the older variety, with which he has long been noted for his excellent success. The accompanying illustration is from a photograph of a plant in a 12 inch pot and will give a general idea of the habit of growth. The frond was illustrated in this journal in October, 1901. The spread of the p'ant shown in the present picture is over eight feet. The long, graceful fronds are described as unrolling indefinitely. The pinnae unwind as in the main frond and Mr. Foster says that he has not yet a plant which has reached its full develop- ment, although he has plants in which the older pinnae are over a foot in length, making the fronds over two feet wide, the plant concealing the pot entirely from view. Mr. Foster is preparing to introduce this novelty to the trade next fall and thinks that it can have no better endorsement than the praises it receives whenever a woman sees it. He joins with many others in the opinion that the ladies are the onei best qualified to judge and a new thing which meets with their instant approval he thinks is assured of commercial success. As a house plant this variety possesses all the attributes of its parent. Mr. Foster has bestowed upon it the name of Nephrolepis exal- tata, "Anna Foster." It was given a certificate of merit at the Boston Co-operative Flower Growers' exhibition March 8, and by the Massachusetts Horticultural Society at its spring exhibi- tion, March 19. Retailers' Profits. NEPHROLEPIS EXALTATA ANNA FOeTER" IN A 12-INOH POT. Misrepresentation and wrong concep- tions of the florist and his art, in the daily press and elsewhere, have done more damage to the industry generally than any other agency. Belore us lies a clipping from the Union, of Springfield, Mass., under date of March 25 in which the reporter, basing his conclusions on the erratic statements of some local florist, undertakes to scare the flower buyer from investing in Easter floral gifts by asserting that all material is scarce and prices will be advanced fifty per cent. That every sane florist who reads the screed knows it to be a lie does not help the situation; the mischief is done. Thus we find the florist his own worst enemy, furnishing the sensation- loving reporter with the means to do htm and his profession an irreparable injury. Equally culpable Is the grower who, dis- satisfied with the legitimate compensa- tions of his industry as realized through the best wholesale channels which the ingenuity and enterprise of the times have evolved, seeks to bring about a breach between the people who spend their money for flowers and the retail people whose interests are his own inter- ests. In this connection the following letter, received under date of April 1, 1902, will no doubt prove interesting: F,i>. Am. I''liii!ist: — I write you on a sub|e<',t whii'.h I think will interest you and tho trade In gen<-rtil. For vfarsfromtimi' to time it hiisbnen remarked thut the retail dealor bus ma■ "^'^^ ; IS p^B f\\iofiA_A p. " ji^^ fe .W. g<^' -• F ^^ aIV ?1'vfW W^?' •'^" '-/'i^ ^li ^^ esill hV**.-':^ f ?«.. , ' —^ A VIEW IN THE FAMOUS GROUNDS AT DONNER'S PARK, NEAR HAMBuRQ GERMANY. week, this centerpiece must have cost at least S2jO, od ao estimate of $10 per dozen, and that t&e man who furnished it must have made about $l!^0 on it. I said that it was impossible, to which, he replied: "No it is not, for I will tell you wbat these llo'ists do. This fr end of mine bought a doz-n .American Beauties and paid 810 for tnem, and th« husband of the lady who received them, who, it appears, grows roses for pleasure (and pain) happened to mett t e donor a few days after and told him it was lovely of hira to buy flowers for his wife but that he was 'sending coals to Newcastle,' as he grew roses himself, when the sender remarked: 'Had I known that in time I could have saved $10.' The gentleiaan grower for pleasure rem irked: -Oh, the robbers. They only paid me 8 cents apiece for tdem,' thus giving th*e huy^r at once the impression that he had actually been robbed." Now this little circumstance throws light upon the peculiar methods of some growers of whom we have representatives in this vicinity who from time to time come to town, and, meeting flower- buyers, tell them yarns about getting 6 cents for American Beauties but not stating the length of siem or other qualities and also forget to relate how they demand and get from 50 cents to 7.i cents for what a retail man has to sell again at a close margin. Charles Thorlet. Lsmoine's Hybrid Deutzias. There have been notes in this paper irom the originators, Lemoine & Sons, Nancy, France, covering this subject but it may interest some readers to have an account of the behavior of these deutzias as forcing plants in America. Last December one each of the follow- ing varieties -was potted, and came into bloom in the order given: D gracilis rosea started to bloom abont the fir.st •week in February, but D L'moinei Bonle de Neige was only just at its best at the beginning of the second week in March, and at that date D. gracilis rosea still carried some good flowers. D. gracilis rosea has the same habit as D. gracilis. It is free flowering, the exterior of the flowers light pink, interior slightly rose tinted. D, gracilis campanulata is a stronger grower than D. gracilis. Free flower- ing, the flowers are pure white, nearly half an inch in diameter and cup shaped. D. gracilis venusta is more upright in habit than D. gracilis. Very free flower- ing, the flowers are pure white, nearly as large as those of D. gracilis campanulata. The petals are extra broad, giving the flowers the appearance of miniature azaleas. D. discolor grandiflora is more upright in habit than D gracilis and very free flowering. The flowers are of good size, slightly tinted rose. D. Lemoinei compacta has sturdy, upright habit and is very free flowering. The flowers are pure white, the inflores- cences compact and rounded. D Lemoinei Boulede Neige is of upright habit and a much stronger grower than either D. Lemoinei or D. Lemoinei com- pacta. It is very free flowering, the flowers cream-white, inflorescences com- pact and rounded. Of the D. L:moinei hybrids, Boule de Neige is the best. Both the individual flowers and the inflorescences are larger than either D. Lemoinei or D. Lemonei compacta. Of the D. gracilis hybrids D. gracilis campanulata is the best, although D gracilis venustais very good. D. discolor grandiflora has the same peta- loid filaments to the stamens as D. dis- color purpurascens, but is not so distinct in color. D. Lemoinei, D. Lemoinei com- pacta and D. Lemoinei Boule de Neige are all hybrids of D. gracilis and D. par- viflora. D. gracilis rosea, D. gracilis venusta and D. gracilis campanulata, are all hybrids of D. gracilis and D. discolor purpnra=ceas. D. discolor grandiflora is a hjb id f D. discolor purpurascens and D. graLi.is. The shrubs used were two years old, from the ground. After potting, abont the first week in December, they were kept quite cool, under a greenhouse bench, for four weeks, then brought into a temperature of about 50° to 55° at night and 6(j° to 65° in the day. If they had been kept cooler as soon as they were in bloom they would have lasted, in good coodition, much longer. We have not fully tested their hardiness in the open ground, but I think there is not much doubt as to hardiness in this section, Massachusetts. D corymbiflora and D. discolor purpurascens were not hardy here. R. M. A Famous Germ in Garden. When the ocean traveler, bound for Hamburg, after entering the mouth of the river Elbe at Cuxhaven and passing BruDshausen, Hamburg's station for her big ocean greyhounds, follows the lines of the river banks with his eyes, he will notice that the aspect of the country gradually changes from the generally low, flat formation to a more interesting and cheerful character. At Blanksnese the shores draw io closer and the left bank rises to a natural elevation extend- ing all the way up to Hamburg. He discovers along the crest, amid masses of trees, stately mansions, with wide vine- clad piazzas. Spacious lawns dotted with splendid old specimen trees and clamps of shrubbery alternate with densely wooded sectioni. It is here thattheelite of Ham- burg have their beautiful homes. Here 4'28 The American Florist. April t$, are the old, well-known parks of Baur, Hesse and Wright, here is Ruecker-Jenisch of orchid fame, but the most imposiox of the many country Beats along the Elb- Chaussee is doubtless Bonnet's Park, the estate of Frau Etatsraetin Donner. To visit this park we enter through the main gate, on the Flottbecker Chaussee, and call on Garteninspector Theodor Reimers, the general superintendent. It is a stalwart horticulturist we meet, always ready to cordially receive those whom real interest and not mere idle curiosity induce to inspect the grounds. He leads us through his orchards, noted for their large collections of fancy fruit trees, grown in all forms and shapes. Here we see skillfnl and careful trimming and cultivating amply rewarded by heavy burdens of faultless fruit. We are shown some of the model graperies for which Hamburg has a world-wide reputation, and the herb and flower gar- den adjacent is another feature of inter- est. Dahlias with such an abundance of perfect flowers, from July until the frost sets in, command admiration, but also, by their whole appearance, give convinc- ing evidence that the climate on the banks of the Elbe is decidedly more favor- able to them than the summers on the shores of the Delaware and Hudson. After descending a steep, densely wooded declivity we reach the hothouse department. It is only the desire to keep within the limits of a single article that causes me to refrain from going into details as to the splendid collections of orchids, nepenthes, sarracenias, palms and rare stove plants. May it suffice to say that whenever Hamburg prepares her horticultural exhibitions, no dififer- ence if local, national, or international, it is always greeted with keen satisfac- tion when Mr. Reimers announces his intention to appear with the treasures of Donner's Park. As a matter of course he never leaves the field of honor without a due share of prizes. There are from eight to ten trained assistants employed in the numerous greenhouses and, needless to say, the rare opportunity for young gardeners to broaden their knowledge is a strong attraction to seek engagement and profit by the guidance of Mr. Riemers, who with pride tells us how many of his disci- ples occupy prominent positions all over Europe and even abroad. While engaged in an interesting talk with our host, we have taken the direction towards Villa Donner and are just crossing a creek con- necting two large ponds, when curiosity is aroused by a frail looking suspension ARTIFIOIAL WATERFALL AT DONNER 3 PARK, NEAR HAMBURQ., QERMANY. bridge on the opposite side. Here Mr. Reimers, omitting our inquiry, tumsinto a walk along the shady edge of the pond. From the small island yonder white swans take to the water and with mighty strokes plow over to investigate if there is prospect of getting the customary tribute, but as soon as the meanness of the strangers becomes evident, steer toward the remotest section, thoroughly disgusted. Walking around some trees at the next bend we hnd ourselves suddenly in front of the object of our former curiosity. Yet pond and bridge, while attracting a vis- itor to this section, only serve to make the waiting surprise complete. Stepping on the bridge our eyes dwell upon the most unexpected and for this reason not less bewitching scene. We gaze into a deep abyss. The walls of stalactite and crude stones are partly covered with moss and femi. Here and there we see a shrub or a dwarf tree, endeavoring to take a foothold between huge rocks, and over the ledge, from the pond above, several streams of clear water are rustling down into a large pool-like basin. There is an instant of utter amazement after which we turn to Mr. Reimers who has watched us with no little joy. "Yes, it is all arti- ficial work and entirely designed and executed by myself," and as we are walk- ing down to the base of this masterpiece of landscape art he begins to eulogize the liberality of Frau Etatsraetin Donner, which enabled him to carry out his plans. Villa Donner is a castle-like, gothic structure of considerable extent. With its wide, high terraces, facing the river Elbe and its elaborate, gothic flower parterre, the place outrivals many of the various princely residences of Germany. Speaking of the grounds at large, the thoughtful distribution of light and shade and the thoroughly artistic and fre- cjuently highly picturesque f irmation of the scenery is impressive. The age and consequently full effectiveness of the arboreseence further tend to make Don- nei's Park a true object of study for the landscape gardener. Hamburg in geteral is famed for its beautiful suburban homes. Harveate- hude, Uhlenhorst and, in fact, the whole section around the tussen Alster is noted for its model gardens. But fair as a view upon the swan-enlivened, glittering Alster sheet may be, it becomes insignifi- cant when compared with the grandeur of the lower Elbe. The old Hamburg patricians were well aware of the advan- tages of the location when settling on those elevated banks. Here, from a dis- tance just wide enough to make the noise unobtrusive, generations have enjoyed the grand, ever changing picture oflfered by the traffic on the channel to one of the world's first seaports. And again, those old, magnificent mansions, in their proud repose, environed by artis- tically moulded pleasure grounds have taught the world's travelers of the wealth and the refined and highly cultured taste of Hamburg's great financiers. The Elb- Chaussee certainly is one of those sec- tions the old Hansa city may be justly proud of. Richard Rothe. Lawrbnck, Mass.— A. H. Wagland has, removed the Halley greenhouses recently purchased by him to the corner of Broad- way and Whitman street. OuiNCV, Mich.— A. B. Cole has sold bis greenhouses and stock to Van Akcn Brothers, of Coldwater, and has made a year's contract with that firm for his services. The houses will be removed and re-erected at Coldwater. igo2. The American Florist. 429 VILLA DONNER AND THE FORMAL GARDEN, DONNER'S PARK, NEAR HAMBURG, GERMANY. CHRYSANTHEMUMS. PROPAGATING. All stock plants from which you intend taking cuttings for the coming season should be in a good light house and kept free from insects. Tobacco dust will keep down aphis, black or green. If your stock is in a house you do not fumi- gate, a light dusting of air-siaked lime once or twice a week will keep slugs or wood lice from eating the young shoots, if you are among the unfortunates who are troubled with these pests. Plants kept over in pots or those planted in boxes, from the beds last fall, are all right. With all decayed leaves and weeds cleaned off and put on a light bench plants stored closetogether in boxes over winter, will give a fine lot of cuttings. New varieties or ones you are short on should be rooted at once and planted out in a warm house as soon as well rooted in a 2-inch pot. In this way you can get up a good stock from a very lew plants, and the plants so treated will make good pot plants for commercial purposes after you have taken what cuttings you want. The time for taking cuttings depends a good deal on the varieties and purposes for which they are wanted. April 1 is right for exhibition flowers of most sorts. Short-jointed, hard-wooded varieties can be propagated a month earlier. Fitz- wygram, the earliest white and yellow wehave, should be propagated in March, as it is necessary to use the crown bud in July to get the best results. Other early varieties for commercial flowers can be put in the sand from April 1 to May 15, according to the growth of the different varieties and size of flowers wanted. Free growing midseason and late varie- ties can be started in June and July and will produce good flowers. Do not put in weak or unhealthy cut- tings. A good start is as necessary with the free growing chrysanthemum as with other plants. Chrysanthemums will root quickly in an ordinary propagating house at this season of the year. Finely sifted coal ashes make an excellent mate- rial for rooting chrysanthemums and will keep the cuttings in good shape longer than sand if you are pressed for time or room, which will delay potting off after the cuttings are rooted. Rednax. specimbn plants. Specimen chrysanthemums should now be in 6-inch or 7-inch pots. Ours are in "sixes." As to whether we shall repot them before making the final shift into the blooming size depends upon press of work, but if we were in the business of exhibiting we should certainly shift them. At any rate, if "twelves" are intended, it would be better to give them a month or so. In "sevens." If it were practical I would even advise another shift, into "nines," before the final one. Some of the best plants I have ever grown have been indifferent at this stage. They were intended originally for speci- mens, but, not being considered good enough when making the final selection, were potted into "nines," for decorative purposes. They made neat plants, and being scarce colors, we found it necessary to give them special attention, and they were transferred to larger pots even as late as August. They took hold quickly, and made fine specimens. Such as these almost always break well and hold their foliage better than those that have been longer in larger sized pots. Owing to their enormous vitality, and the ease with which they may be handled, most wonderful results have been attained by those who have time to give them special care. Very close pinching must be practiced from now onward. It is a mistake to let the shoots get long. A plant which breaks well now will be almost sure to make a good specimen. Sometimes at this stage certain varieties will make flower buds and it looks as if they would be useless, but later they will break away and if they be varieties of indis- pensable colors, we must persevere. As the days lengthen they will grow rapidly. Plenty of air and good light are essen- tial. Years ago I used to put my plants, at this time into a cold frame. I don't do so now, because I haven' t the convenience. When I did, I got short jointed, sturdy plants. They did not make as large specimens, and were dwarter. It is a good practice, and I advise it. We were driven to give it up on account of the chinch bug, and the "ants cow," a root aphis, which ants "farm." We had to give up growing Chineseasters about the same time for the same reason, but lately have not been troubled. We were very much pleased with a mixed lot of unusual varieties, grown last season for decorative purposes. They were grown in varying sizes, from 6-inch pots to 10-inch. They were not staked with a view to making trained specimens, some hardly staked at all and many were decidedly unsymmetrical. We had trained 430 The American Florist. April 12, specimens, too, and these were used singly or in separate groups where their regular outline had the best effect, but for grouping, blending of colors, in mass- Ing or with other plants, these untrained plants are unexcelled. All the types were represented, including the large Japanese form in well-known varietiei. Among these Petaluma, a chrome yellow, quilled variety was conspicuous. Heron's Plume with twisted flowers, like a bundle of white paper; Shavings, odd as its name implies; Mme. Rogers, the green chrys- anthemum; pompons, pompon anemones, large anemones, Chinese incurved and reflexed, and last, but not least, the Mizpahs, single flowered varieties in white, yellow and rose pink were all attractive. T. D. Hatfield. CARNATIONS. PREPARATION FOR FIELD PLANTING. The time for planting carnations will soon be here and, indeed, in some sections it is already at hand, as early planting has come to be regarded as essential to success. Whenever the ground is in good condi- tion and danger from severe irostl is over is the time to plant. If your plants have been properly hardened ofl there is no danger in a light frost, as the very slight injury they may receive is more than counterbalanced by the advantage gained from the early spring rains. Preparation of the. soil is largely a matter of local conditions. Where you have an abundance of room there is no method like that which might be known as the horse and harrow method. That is making the distance between the rows from twenty-four to thirty-six inches, so that a horse cultivator can be run between the rows as often as may be necessary during the summer. The best method of making the rows for planting is to throw them up six or eight inches Where room is limited the young stock can be planted in beds three feet wide, planting them 8x10 to 10x12. The latter distance is the best, as you can then run between them both ways with a hand cultivator, cultivation being the key note to get good plants in the field. Where it can be procured, there is noth- ing equal to stable manure as a fertilizer and it should be put on at the rate of from 100 to 200 tons per acre. Some saving can be made by applying it in the row, but this requires extra labor and you will want your field good and fertile for results, so that it Is best to make the application of manure over the whole field. To fertilize in the rows the best method is to furrow out the rows and then put in the manure. After this is done throw the soil back over the manure so that it Is ail inches above the level as previously stated. This does not put the young plants in immediate contact with the manure but as soon as the rootlets get started they will find the manure and the plants grow accordingly. When manure is not available the next best substitute is a good ground bone, known as bone meal. Do not use bone flower. It is quicker in results but will not last the plants for their term of out- door culture, whereas the bone meal will. This is best applied in the rows, forhorse cultivation, care being used that it is not put in so heavily as to injure the plants. It is this liability of injury from commer- cial fertilizers that makes the manure so much better and safer to use. In using bone meal be sure and use some that you have had previous experience with, so that you can apply it intelligently. Where the beds are used for planting the manure or bone meal, of course, has to be applied to the whole bed. Uader no conditions use prepared manures or phosphates for outdoor cult- ure. These will, under good conditions, give very good results, but with adverse VIEW IN A8PARAQUS HOUSE OF W. H. ELLIOTT. BRIGHTON. MASS. higher than the level of the field and then, when planting, level them down a couple of inches with a rake. Doing this right ahead of the planter gives a nice, moist soil in which to set the plants from six to eight inches apart in the rows, accord- ing to the variety. weather these fertilizers are often a decided detriment to healthy plant growth and therefore very unsafe to use. Where you have facilities for watering and thus in a measure control the moist- ure condltiojis of your soil, these manures can be used to good advantage, but ar« very dangerous in the hands of an inex- perienced man, so if you do use them be sure and use some preparation that you have had previous experience in handling. In plowing or digging your beds where practicable do it to a depth of ten or twelve inches but do not go into the sub- soil. It is better to have but lix inches of good soil than ten or twelve mixed with a poor subsoil. It should be well pulverized to its full depth so as to give the roots a nice, mellow soil, as the mechanical condition is often as impor- tant as the fertility. It is a good plan to prepare the soil as soon as you can get into the ground, so as to be ready for planting on the first good opportunity. I have found this to pay even when in some cases we had to do the work of preparation the second time. Plantine just at the right time is the watchword for Aoril. Albert M. Hbbr. THE EASTER TRADE. The following are a number of belated Easter trade reports: Malden, Mass. — E. A. Kelley found Easter one-fourth better than last year, prices excellent and enough stock. Car- nations were particularly in demand. Milwaukee, Wis.— J. M Foxsava that he found no scarcity of Easter lilies this season. They were not so much in demand as heretofore, except as pot plants. Victoria, B. C— The Easter business was about as last year. T- T. Higgins says the holiday supply is still under the demand and all stock was sold without fully meeting the call. Olean, N. Y. — Easter weather was disagreeable but W. C. Ross reports good business E. A. Llewellyn notes good prices. D. R. Herron cleaned up an enor- mous cut of carnations. Rochester, N. V. — Prices were rather lower than last year, because of abund- ant supply, but sales increased twentj per cent. J. B. Keller says more flower- ing plants and violets were sold than ever before. Vancouver, B. C— Easter was about as usual. Lilies were not ready and car- nations and roses were a'so scarce. Flowering plants sold well. James Pont says bulbous stock was the last to move. Dallas. Tbx. — The Texas Seed & Floral Company says Easter salei increased filty per cent, with plentv of stock. Plants sold well, eipecially lilies and azaleas. Lilies and carnations went best among cut flowers. Savannah, Ga. — The loss on liliei was half, so that supplies were short pt Easter. More flowering plants might have been sold. Azalea Indica Koing best and Azalea mollis not at all. There were enough carnations but more roses could have been sold. Toledo, O — Mrs. E. Suder says buai- ness was half again heavier than a year ago. There were enough plants and the home supply of cut flowers was made ample by shipments from wholesale cen-, tcra. Crimson Rambleraand hydrangeas did not seem to be wanted. Pou(;HKEErsiE, N. Y. — Easter sales were double those of last year, reports M.J. Lynch. Violets and fancy carna- tions were higher than a year ago. Lilies and azaleas were wanted but there were enough of other plants. Beauties igo2. The American Florist. 431 THE CONSERVATORY OF BERTERMANN BROTHERS, OF INDIANAPOLIS, AT EASTER. and violets were the popular cut flowers and the only shortage. Well grown flowering plants seemed to have the call. Jacksonville, Fla. — In connection with a good increase in Easter sales C. D. Mills notes a growing appreciation of and better demand for the best in flowers and plants, and a willingness to pay fair prices for them. There has been a big advance in the last five years. Fargo, N. D.— Shotwell & Graver had a very good Easter, with plenty ol roses and carnations but a shortage on lilies and other flowering plants. Shipping trade was bad because of floods, which cut oS some towns for a week. They had some shipments caught by the freshets. Bangoe, Me.— The weather spoiled the Easter business; Carl Beers says he never saw such unfavorable conditions. Lilies were fine and plentiful but there was nobody out to buy them. There was an overstock of everything. Of plants lilies were most popular, azaleas least so and ol cut flowers carnations went best, bulb- ous stock slowest. Oakland, Cal.— H. M. Sanborn says the lily crop was almost a failure and that the supplies of this item were sold out clean. He found the heaviest call for lilies in pots, azaleas and rhododendrons, but the plant supply was adequate. All cut flowers were in good demand and supplies short. Prices were somewhat above the usual Easter level and sales were thirty-five per cent heavier than last year. Reading, Pa.— Prices were better than a year ago but the aggregate of sales was about the same. There was enough of everything except the lily. Next in favor was the azalea and Hoskins & Giles note that it was the large plants which sold. Roses, carnations and vio- lets were in great demand. Nbw Obleans, La.— The Easter increase was about fifteen per cent but U. J. Vir- gin says prices were about as usual except on lilies, which sold at twenty-five per cent advance. There was enough of everything, all plants except lilies being slow sale Lilies also lead the cut flow- ers and Mr. Virgin found carnations least called for. Milwaukee, Wis.— There was more call for plants than for cut flowers, but the demand for the latter was heavy. Wm. Edlefsen says the business was immense, exceeding last year by twenty- five per cent. Prices were higher than usual, but there was enough stock. He found hyacinths and azaleas very popu- lar, and a big call for spring flowers. Wilmington, Del.— Prices were better than at last Easter and W. H. Vance thinks sales increased ten per cent. The shortage in cut flowers was caused by most of the growers shipping to Phila- delphia. The supply of blooming plants was about right for lilies but hyacinths were in over-supply. One grower rented a store for the week and, finding himself long on hyacinths, being somewhat of a humorist, put a sign in his window "Stuck," spelling the word with the plants, each letter a diflerent color. Car- nations vk-ere in greatest demand. The growers find their best market on the street at Easter. Butte, Mont.— Easter brought the greatest call for carnations in the history of the trade in Butte. Law Brothers sold 4,500 over the counter and did not have near enough. More than two- thirds the cut flo wer supplies were shipped in. There were enough plants except lilies and Harrisii and carnations were the only items higher than a year ago. Sales increased twenty-five per cent. Adrian, Mich. — Easter trade was twenty per cent in advance of a yearago, with ample supplies of plants and all cut flowers except carnations. Of plants the least demand was for cinerarias and the greatest for lilies. In cut flowers the least call was for bulbous stock and the greatest for carnations. Nathan Smith & Son find, by reference to last year's record, that the charge sales were in excess of cash sales, but this year it was reversed, from which they infer that the people have more ready money to invest in this class of goods. Morris, III.— The receiver for the Mor- ris Floral Company sold the plant at auction April 3, it being bid in by A. B. Hull for $4,606. Providence, R. I.— The daily press has it that Mrs. Wm. B. Bannigan. a widow reported to be worth $2,000,000, is to marry Timothy O'Connor the we known florist. 432 The American Florist. April 12, The Practices of Nurserymen. [A paper by H. J. Koehlir, read before the Hart- ford Florists' Ciub, March ir, igo2 J The only introductory remark I have to make is that I do not wish to be understood as saying that all nursery- men are frauds. I believe the stand- ard of integrity in the nursery business to be that of the commercial world in general. Likewise evil practices are to be met with among nurserymen as well as among other business men. It is hardly necessary to say that it should be the constant endeavor of all concerned to try to eliminate these evil practices. Any further moralizing on the matter I will leave to my hearers. The commonest form of fraud is, undoubtedly, the substitution of a dif- ferent kind of plant for the one called for. This applies to all kinds of stock, but particularly to fruit trees and to roses. Such substitutions are usually the cause of loss to the buyer far in excess of the price paid for the goods. The latter is comparativeh' a small item in the total. If a professional fruit grower has been so defrauded he has to wait some years before he discovers the truth. The result is, his labor, time and money spent tak- ing care of those trees is a total loss, in addition to their original cost. If an amateur has been the victim, his eager watching and nursing of his few pet roses and trees are followed by bitter disap- pointment. Near the close of the packing season, vyhen stock in a great many lines is apt to be exhausted, in some nurseries sub- stitutions are made in the most reckless manner. I have known an order for several hundred peach trees in six varie- ties to be filled out of a lot containing only two varieties. When the Bismarck apple first came on the American market the stock was all very small and light, say about three feet high. One firm which had quite a number of orders for it, but did not have the stock, picked out a lot of fourth class, stunted trees from its apple blocks, regardless of the kinds, and palmed them off on their customers as the real thing. A nurseryman once ordered several thousand roses from England to be delivered in time for the spring packing season. Among this lot were to be 1,500 Jacqs. On the strength of this he took an order for 800 Jacqs from a local firm to be supplied out ot the 1,500. When the English roses arrived it was found that only 100 Jacqshad been sentinstead of the 1,500, the balance having been made up of other kinds, all correctly named, however. This was a great dis- appointment to the importing nursery- man. Nevertheless he filled that order out of his English stock, by substitu- tions, of course. These English roses came done up in bundles ot ten, each bundle being labeled. Now in order to carry out this fraud successfully it would not have done simply to substitute Jacq labels on the original packages of the goods for this reason: It was found impossible to make up the 800 out of one kind, as there were not that many of any one kind in the whole importation. Had the 800 been made up of a halt dozen different kinds, and the packages left intact, even a person not an expert would have been very apt, in the handling, to have his suspicions aroused by the lack of uniformity in the appearance of the bundles, and so the imposition would have been discovered. To obviate this difficulty the bundles were all untied and then the roses were reticd into bundles of ten, each containing a pretty even mix- ture and bearing a Jacq label. Thus the bundles were given a uniform appear- ance, enough so at least, so that the deception proved a gratifying success — to the seller of the goods. Weeping trees are sometimes seen on the market which a year or two after planting mysteriously assume an upright habit of growth. Such trees are not weepers at all, but quite ordinary ones, whose branches have been artifici- ally forced to temporarily hold a droop- ing position by being tied down. Budded roses are often sent out for own root roses when the latter are distinctly called for in the order. I have heard of aspar- agus roots being sent out for clematis. There is quite a resemblance in the roots of these two plants. A longer list of instances of substi tution might be made, but I will now turn to other forms of imposition. Sometimes nurserymen will take orders for planting stock in the fall, which they know will not live if transplanted at that time, and which they are sure to be obliged to replace when the customer finds, the next season, that his plants are all dead. This is done in order to more quickly secure the cash than if the truth were told and the whole operation deferred until spring, and also to avoid the pos- sible danger of losing the customer entirely, who during the winter months might change his mind in regard to the matter and riot order the goods at all, some nurserymen holding to the idea that a, customer ought be nailed when- ever the chance offers, even if it be only once. In such cases the price charged for the goods is usually large enough so that there is still a margin of profit left after the dead plants have been replaced. Even if the transaction leaves the nur- seryman financially square only, it may have served its purpose, as the nursery- man has had the use of the money. Substitutions in such things as H. P. roses, fern- leaved and purple beeches, and so forth, whose identity is revealed the first summer after transplanting, are sometimes made with this same idea in view, that a prospective customer's good money should not be lost by owning up to the lack of such things. When the buyer comes back the next season and makes his kick, the matter is smoothed over by replacing the stock and telling him that it wasnotawilKul substitution, but the mistake of some careless or ignorant employe. Thus it is even pos- sible that a nurseryman might, through deception, acquire the name of being a pretty good kind of a fellow, since he has not only acknowledged his mistake but has also made it good. Nurserymen occasionally take orders for stock and then fail to deliver it. Cases have occurred where the reason lay in the fact that after the order had been taken an opportunity ofiered to dis- pose of the goods at higher prices than those at which the goods were originally promised to the first man. In a similar case I suspectedthe sellerof having taken an order with the idea that he would fill the order if he could, but that in any event he would prevent the other fellows from getting any part of the order for that season at least. Once in a while a customer who is look- ing for a certain kind of plant is induced to visit a nursery by being told that they have there just what he wants, and that he had better go and have a look at the stock, the fact being, however, that there is not a single plant of the kind on the place. Tliis is done nierely for the pur- pose of getting the man to the nursery. with the hope of selling him something else. The scheme does not always work out just that way, and the would-be customer's ire is sometimes aroused with dramatic results at having made a long journey in vain, but of course risks have to be taken now and then. While on the subject of frauds it may not be amiss to reler to the resourceful tree agent and his disappointed customer. The latter had bought a pear tree, sup- posedly a Bartlett, from the former. The first year it bore the buyer watched the developing fruit with great eagerness, but what washis disappointment when it proved to be not a Bartlett, but some- thing else. Of course, he had it in for the agent, and on his next trip around demanded of him an explanation. The tree agent, one of the tough-skinned, imperturable kind, calmly waited until the fury of his customer's wrath had expended itself, and then asked what the price was which he had charged, the matter having slipped his mind. The customer replied that it was 50 cents, whereupon the agent made the rejoinder that certainly no one could expect a 50- cent pear tree to have Bartlett pearl the first time it fruited. Herbaceous Plant Notes. Where the herbaceous plants have had a thorough cleaning during the fall or early winter months and the ground has been forked over at the time, the plants may be left alone for several weeks to come, excepting that thecovering, if such has been applied, should be removed at once. But where the fall work has been neglected for one reason or another, the sooner we can give them a good cleaning the better. After decayed and damaged leaves and old stems have been removed, some short manure should be forked in around the roots. This is especially needed in beds or borders which have not been disturbed for several years and are closely planted. The majorit3- of these plants are great feeders, requiring addi- tional nourishment as theclumps enlarge year after year. If the clumps are gifting too broad, or show signs of weakening in the center, then it is time to take them out to divide them, but don't cut them up too small. Generous pieces will usually bloom well the firstseason. Plants which send out long wiry, stems under ground, should have these unruly travellers removed when forking over the bed. For new plantations, spring is proba- bly the best time but planting should be done early, bclbre much growth is made. This is the time for vigorous new root formation and when planting is done properly, every plant will grow for us now; later the sun may get too strong, the ground may dry out and a percent- age of the young plants may then be lost. In borders always plant large patches of one species together; single plants, mi.xed up with others, are usually lost and make no show. Arrange as to height, but avoid being too formal in the arrange- ment. At least some of the plants near the front should be of medium height. Avoid sameness in foliage, habit and growth in neighboring groups. Have an eje to diversity in flowers as well at in, leaf Distribute early and late blooming species and varieticsequally overall parts of the beds or borders. Where herbaceous plants arc employed among or in front of shrubs, the growth of the latter may in some instances indicate that there is not enough room left for the perennials and then it is advisable to do away with part of these igo2. The American Florist, 433 or all of them, tor under crowded condi- tions we could not expect good results as to flowering or growth. Better haveless flowers of good quality than a lot of poor ones. For the florist, who grows these plants for cut flowers, rows planted in the field are most convenient and easil)' kept clean. Ample room is here allowed for spreading and frequent replanting is also avoided to some extent, at least with many of our hardy cut flowers this is the case. The various Japan anemones, all the irises, Dictamnus fraxinella, iberises, aethioneinas, anthericums, aquilegias, Stokesia cjanea. several of the spiraeas, platycodons, Clematis recta, the astilbes, many campanulas, dodocatheons, gypso- philas, the fibrous rooted aconitnms, hellebores, pyrethrums, Heuchera san- guinea, Inpinns, Omphalodes vema, p.-Eonias, the large flowering papavers, Scabiosa Caucasica, statices, trolliuses and ranunculuses may remain undis- turbed in the same place foragreatmany years. J. B. K. Chicago. MAKKET FULL OF SLUGGISH STOCK — EVERYTHING IN AMPLB SUPPLY AND MOST ITEMS SELLING SLOWLY. — GROW- ERS BEGIN TO GROWL. —BEAUTY MARKET IN A BAD WAY.— MANY FLOWERS AT THE COUNCIL MEETING —THE CLUB TRIPS THE LIGHT FANTASTIC. —STREET SALES- MEN NOW HAVE STORES. — MANGEL IN NEW QUARTERS. — DOINGS HERE AND THERE AMONG THE CRAFT. This has been a week of unusual and unwelcome quiet in the wholesale market. The local demand has been very light and shipping trade not what it usually is. There seem to be large supplies throughout the country, particularly on Beauty and tea roses, so that many out- lets are shut off. While almost all lines have been overstocked, and the growers complaining, the effects of the glut have perhaps been most manifest in the Beauty market. It is seldom that there is ade- quate supply of this item, but for the past two or three weeks the receipts of long- stemmed material have been greatly in excess of the requirements. The result is that big buyers have been permitted to clean up to the stock at what seems ridiculously low prices. Several sales are on record where lots of from 200 to 500 have been sold at from 10 cents to 15 cents per bud and $20 per hundred has been frequently taken on stock which a month ago was short of the supply at $-1 per dozen. While the receipts of Bride, Bridesmaid, Meteor and Golden Gate have been in excess of the requirements, they have been cleaned out fairly well, although at low average prices. The carnation receipts are heavy, and as a rule the stock is of extra quality, but it all hangs fire. However, the cuts are so heavy that the growers are getting a pretty good sum of money out of their houses. There seems to be no great over- supply of violets, although rates are low, and bulbous stock is not accumulating. John Mangel is in his new stand at the corner of Wabash and Monroe, succeed- ing John C. Schubert. This is the old Gallagher stand and Mangel will do credit to the traditions of the place. His first act was to fill the windows as lull as they would hold of the best cat flowers on the market. The annual entertainment and ball of the Chicago Florists' Club at the drill . hall in the Masonic Temple last Tuesday evening was one of the most successlull events of the kind on record. There was a large attendance, although the finan- cial outcome has not yet been determined, and the vaudeville programme, by pro- fessional talent, was thoroughly enjoyed, after which came the dancing The com- mittee to whom credit is due for their eflorts in behalf of the club was John Degnan, P. J. Hauswirth and Edw. Enders. The street salesmen are now nearly all under cover. Several of them have very neat little stores and the rest are raoidly getting placed. But their absence from the streets in times of abundance like these is an injury to the growers, for they are not able to handle the quantity of material they used on State street. The retailers are discovering a new phase of the situation, for their customers, who would not patronize the Greek at the curbstone, will go into his store to buy of him. Last Monday was installation night at the city council, the occasion for the annual display of flowers. As usual the "creations" were numerous and unique. Probably John Bnzweiler has the credit for the most notable design. It was a full fledged warrior six feet high, ot red carnations, made for Alderman Thomas Carey, of the Twenty-ninth ward, upon the order of his organization, known pop- ularly as Carey's Indians. Walter L. Tonner, son of John P. Ton- ner and for some time manager of his father's business, was married March 29, at Mont Clare, to Miss Louisa F. Clark. The home of the bride was handsomely decorated for the occasion and the ceremony was followed by a banquet to which many in the trade sat down. Mr. and Mrs. Tonner will reside at Galewood. Luke Collins, formerly foreman for Wietor Brothers and now in charge of a section at Peter Reinberg's, has leased the Eagle range of glass south of town and will start to growing forhis own account. E. C. Amling says that he expects the South Park Floral Company's Beauty cut to increase rather than decrease, but in general the supplies of this item will shortly be greatly reduced by replanting. The Art Floral Company was a heavy loser in a fire on Monday morning which destroyed the row of frame buildings in which their store was located, at 3907 Cottage Grove avenue. George Reinberg is getting busy with his building operations but he is going to take his mind ofl of it long enough to see to the planting out of the biggest field of carnations on record. Peter Reinberg is making a record with the size of the orders he is handling these. days. Yesterday he shipped 10,000 car- nations, 2,000 roses and 500 long Beau- ties to one buyer. J. A. Budlong is at work upon six new houses 27x200. They are considering adding three more of the same size this season. Lawrence Becker has opened a store at 1240 Bryn Mawr avenue, in Edgewater. J. D. Thompson, of Joliet, left for Bos- ton, April 10. Visitors: Geo. M. Kellogg, Pleasant Hill, Mo.; W. A. Hartman, South Haven, Mich. Mt. Clemens, Mich — Robert Klegge shipped more than 100,000 violets to Detroit, Chicago and other cities in the two days before Easter. San Francisco, Cal.— C. Ferrari & Son are building a new range of twelve houses, which increases their plant to about 100,000 feet of glass. New York. DEMAND VERY LIGHT AND SUPPLIES UNUSU- ALLY HEAVY.— BEAUTY STILL SELLING VERY LOW.— OTHER ROSE CROPS ON THE DECREASE. — CARNATIONS DO FAIRLY WELL.- VARIOUS NOTES. Business since Easter has been exceed- ingly depressed. Not for a very long time has it been so difficult to adequately express in words the tremendous conges- tion under which the flower market is staggering and the simple impossibility of giving any but the most vague idea as to the vast disproportion between sup- ply and demand. Ever since Easter Sun- day the so-called legitimate demand has been so infinitessimal that it has been scarcely felt and the Greeks have been by far the best customers in the wholesale markets. All roses are more than plenti- ful, but the dark and stormy weather now prevailing encourages the hope that the product will shorten up a little. Bride and Bridesmaid roses are falling off noticeably as to quality and mildew is beginning to make its appearance. American Beauty is still selling away down, with but few buyers, and lilies and callas are in the same predicament. Carnations hold their own in price much better than any other item on the list. Violets are in lighter supply than usual at this season and returns average up fairly well. Daflodils, tulips and freesia are all in moderate supply and generally clear out at some price. There is no sur- plus of smilax, adiantumorgood aspara- gus. Chas. H. Atkins, of Madison. N. J , will deliver a lecture on the hybridization and fertilization of orchids by insects, illustrated by drawings and charts, at the next regular meetingof the New York Florists' Club Monday evening, April 14. Sam Weisburg, who has been engaged in the flower business on Eighth avence for many years, fell down a hatchway Friday last and was instantly killed. W. D. Taylor was married on April 10 to Miss Jessie N. Elliott, daughter cf the late William Elliott. The couple are on a bridal trip to parts unknown. A. Herrmann has leased the floor on Thirty-fourth street to be vacated by the Flower Market on May 1 and will con- tinue it as a flower market. Beginning May 1 J. K. Allen's whole- sale store will be open for business at 5 o'clock in the morning. Miss Anna Clarke, daughter of Mar- shall Clarke, of David Clarke & Sons, died April 8. Mr. and Mrs. S. J. Rebstock of Williams- ville, N. Y., are in the city on their honey- moon. Muncie, Ind. The Carnes greenhouses will be moved from South Walnut street two blocks south on Albany street, were the plant will be enlarged and modernized. The Muncie Floral Company is build- ing a branch on Kilgore avenue, opposite the cemetery, and has also opened a store at 102 South Walnut street. Mrs. G. L. Miller, who bought the Myers greenhouses, has both places well stocked for spring. She will make some improvements in heating facilities this spring. Laconia, N. H,— C. p. Dow has leased and moved into a new store at 552 Main street. Waltham, Mass. — H. M. Sanderson has opened a retail office for the sale of plants and cut flowers in Central block. 434 The American Florist. April 12, Skvbnteenth Year. SubsoriptioD, $1.00 a ye&r. To Enrope, J2.00. Subscriptions accepted only from those in the trade. A-dvertisements on all except cover pages, 10 Cents a Line, Agate ; $1.00 per inch. Cash with Order. No Special Position Guaranteed. Discounts are allowed, only on consecutive inser- tions, as follows — 6 times, 5 per cent; 18 times 10 per cent; 26 times, 20 per cent; 52 times. 30 per cent. cover space sold only on yearly contract at 11.00 per inch, net, in the case of the two front pages, regular discounts ap- plying only to the back pages. The Advertising Department of the Amsbxgan Floeist is for l^lorists. Seedsmen and Nurserymen and dealers in wares pertaining to those lines on/y. Orders lor less than one-hall inch space not accepted. Advertisements must reach us by Wednesday to secure insertion in the issue for the following Saturday. Address AMERICAN FLORIST CO., Chle>ao. Window box material will soon be in demand; are you ready for it? Thb question of a horticultural hall for London, Eng., is again up for con- sideration. The kentia will be the popular palm when autumn comes again. Better look to a supply. Geo. M. Kellogg says that contribu- tions of flowers to the hospitals in times of plenty have proved to be the best local advertising he ever did. The National Window Glass Budget has ascertained that stocks of window glass are much below normal and thinks that fancy prices are shortly to go into efiect again. The demand for greenhouse help of all classes was never heavier. It is an excel- lent indication of prosperity in the trade, also a shadow of coming events in the line of production for next season. It has frequently been said that there are never too many Beauties in the cut flower markets. Perhaps not, when all grades are considered, but in the last few weeks the production of extra long stem- med, fancy stock has been phenomenal and In most markets the growers have been disappointed with the results. Correction. In the advertisement of H. H. Berger & Co., page 410 of our issue of April 5, single and double begonia tubers are listed as being one-halt inch in size when the size should have been from one to two inches. Excellent Results. Ed. Am. Florist;— I am sending a new advertisement to continue for a few weeki. I had excellent results from my former adv.; sold all rooted cuttings and could have filled other large orders if I only had the stock. J. C. Mdreay. Peoria, 111. Time to Root Araucaria Cuttings. Ed. Am. Florist;— I was much inter- ested in Mr. Taplin's recent note on the propagation of Araucaria excelsa, but there is one point which he unfortun- ately omitted and which strikes me as being important, it being the proper time at which the cuttings should be taken. I infer, however, that this would be in autumn, 'when the growth is mature and before the approach of severe freez- ing. Perhaps Mr. Taplin will kindly confirm this point. I would also highly esteem an article from his pen on the best methods of treatment for Adiantum cuneatnm. The space devoted to ques- tions and answers in the American Florist I regard as being exceedingly interesting and instructive and I, for one, would like to see it more generally used. W. C. B. The omission pointed outby "W.C.B." is a matter of some Importance in the propagation of araucariasfrom cuttings, though it was an unintentional omission on the part of the writer. The autumn is the best time to put in the cuttings of the plants in question, not only on account of the growth being in better condition at that period but also from the fact that the sun is becoming weaker, and in consequence the araucaria cut- tings may be kept plump and fresh in the propagating frame without watering too frequently during the extended time that is needed for the process of callusing. These cuttings behave much the same as those ol cryptomerias and retinosporas and, like the latter, are much easier to handle during the winter months than they are when put in during the spring. In a future issue, if the editor permits, I may offer some notes on Adiantum cuneatum. W. H. Taplin. Greenhouse Building. Seattle, Wash. — Malmo & Co., range of houses. Grand Rapids, Mich.— Eli Cross, one violet house. Alliance, O. — L. L. Lamborn, two houses. Pittsburg, Pa.— I. B. Murdoch & Co., two houses 30x400. Pleasant Hill, Mo —Geo. M. Kellogg, range of 50,000 feet. Bainbridge, N. Y.— y. L. Lindgren, one house. South Natick, Mass.— John Barr, two carnation houses. Philadelphia, Pa.— Geo. S. Mole, con- servatory. Tapleyville, Mass.— Dr. Baxton, one house. Houses For Asparagus. Ed. Am. Florist: — I have a piece of ground 105x125 which I intend to cover with glass the coming spring, to be entirely devoted to Asparagus plumosus nanus. I should like to be advised through your valuable paper as to the best style of houses for this purpose, also the best method ot preparing the beds. A. F. A. I should build four houses about twenty-five feet wide and, as it is very important to have the strings as long as possible, I would prefer to build the houses twenty-five feet high at the ridge and about eighteen teet at the gutters, which would give an opportunity of get- ting long strings. The outer walls and ends would need to be glass to within three feet ot the ground. I support all my houses on steam pipe, with walks overhead so that we can tie and train the asparagus. (See illustration on page 430 ) I make my ' beds four teet wide with two-foot walks between. This is a convenient width for stringing and training the asparagus. I would advise making the beds one and one-half to two feet deep, with about one-third manure and leaf mould added to the soil. Aspara- gus planted in this way will go lor a number of years without requiring to be renewed. W. H. Elliott. Boston. HORTICULTURAL SOCIBTY HAS AN E.\C1T- ING SESSION. — NEW CONSTITUTION PAILS OF ADOPTION. — TRADE VERY QflET. — SUPPLIES LARGE BUT QUALITIES OF THE BEST. — A VARIETY OF NOTES. — VISITORS. Saturday, April 5, will long be remem- bered by those who witnessed the great struggle at Horticultural Hall over the adoption of the proposed new method of administering the affairs of the Massa- chusetts Horticultural Societj'. It was the culmination of a series of skirmishes that have taken place during recent years between the progressive wing of this noted organization, comprising the wealthy amateurs allied with the florist, plant and landscape gardener section, and the conservative forces, comprising the market gardener and fruit faction allied with the present ofiirials and bene- ficiaries of the society. It was the most fiercely contested fight this dignified organization has ever had on its hands and the conservatives came off victori- ous, their opponents having a substan- tial majority but not the two-thirds vote necessary to secure the adoption of their new constitution. The purport of the obstruent and dilatory tactics which the opposition resorted to from the outset and the support given thereto by the presiding officer, who was far from impartial, was quickly comprehended by the supporters of the measure and the scene became one of pandemonium for nearly an hour and a halt. Many war- riors whose voices have rarely been heard In Horticultural Hall took part in the fray, on both sides, among them the veteran W. W. Rawson, president of the Market Gardeners' Association, who with his followers undoubtedly saved the day for the old wing. The result leaves little hope for the enjoyment, in the immediate future, of that harmony which is so essential to the welfare of the society and the responsibility of conducting the affairs of the corporation under the con- ditions imposed by the recent removal to the new building, by an unprogressive minority out of sympathy with its sur- roundings, places the victors in a posi- tion not altogether enviable. Business In the cut flower line has been very dull since Easter. Receipts of roses of all kinds are heavy and the quality is the best ever offered at this season. Lilies are plentiful and all bulbous stock is very hard to dispose of. Carnations are also abundant, the white ones selling better than the colored. Violets have been in excellent demand since Easter but are losing in ([uality as the season advances. Smilax is rather scarce. There has been a steady fall in values generally all through the week. At Horticultural Hall on Saturday, April .'), a silver gilt medal was awarded to E. O. Orpet, gardener to E. V. R. Thayer, for Lalio-Cattleya G. S. Ball. James Garthley, gardener to H. H. Rogers, received a certificate ot merit for superior culture of Cypripedium villoaum, the plant exhibited bearing twenty-six blooms. The auction sales are attended but lightly, thus far, and those wno devote an hour or two at McCarthy's mart on* Tuesdays or Fridays find little competi- tion and many bargains to snap up. Death has taken away the wife of Iv B. Clapp. Mrs. Clapp died on Sunday, April 6, after an illness of one month, during which she suffered greatly. Visitors: C. B. Weathered, New York; E. O. Orpet, So. Lancaster; Geo. McWil- tgo2. The American Florist, 435 Ham, Whitinsville; H. Thiemann, and Jos. Clark, Manchester; Timothy Mc- Carthy, Providence, R. I. OBITUARY. SAMUEL DAVIDSON. Samuel Davidson died atTroy, N. Y., on March 31, after a very brief illness with pneumonia, aged 61 years. Mr. Davidson vras bom at Armagh, Ireland, but has been about thirty years in this country, filling important positions as gardener with high skill. His first employment in America was with EU- wanger & Barry, Rochester, N. Y. After- wards he took charge as head gardener for the late F. W. Famam, Troy, N. Y., where he remained from 1873 to 1893, and then went to the estate of the late Nathan B. Warren, at Troy, where be continued in charge till Mr. Warren's death in 1898. He was an industrious, pEiinstaking and capable man, a repre- sentative gardener in every essential. St. Louis, STOCK COMBS IN WITH A RUSH. — MARKET OVERLOADED ON MANY LINES AND PRICES VAKIABLE. — FAKIRS FROM CHICAGO DO BIG BUSINESS. Stock is coming in quite plentifully of late, but there is still a shortage in white carnations. The bright weather that we are having is beginning to show on the amount and the quality of the stock that is sent in and as we are get- ting some ot Chicago'sstreet fakirsdown here some very good stock is sold on the street comers. Some have been discour- aged, as St. Louis prices were too highfor them, but Mr. Grafi, leader of the inva- ders, is willing to come up to our prices and do as the home fakirs are doing. He has a very good location at Sixth and Olive streets in one of the doorways of Plow's candy store and seems to be doing a big business. The prices for this week vary considerably, the best roses bring- ing as high as $8, while some go at $3. Some Golden Gate are coming in that are very fine. There seems to be more pink than any other color. Carnations are finding buyers at from $1.50 to $4 for fancy stock and $5 for Prosperity. Bulb- ous stock is going very slowly. Violets are coming in heavily. Mrs. H. G. Beming, who usually does the office work for her husband, was taken seriously ill just before Easter, but is now convalescent. Ostertag Brothers have had consider- able funeral work in the last week. The sale of dormant roses has been very large this year. R. J. M. Kbnt, O.— John Smith is adding to his lettuce growing facilities by the erection of a house 40x70. Grand Rapids, Mich.— Charles Chad- wick shipped his Easter carnation crop to Pittsburg this year. Evergreen, Ala. — E. A. Beaven, secre- eary of Caldwell the Woodsman Com- pany, has been elected secretary and treasurer of the United Produce Com- pany, a combination of the wholesale produce men of the city of Mobile for the purpose of handling the vegetable and fruit crop of the gulf coast. He will have headquarters at Mobile till September 1, when he will return to Evergreen and resume his duties with the Caldwell com- pany. SITUATIONS, WANTS, TOR SALE. Advertisements under this head wil] be inserted fit the rate of ten oents a line (six words) each insertion. Cash must aooompany order. Plant advs. not admitted under this head. Every paid subscriber to the Ahbbioan Florist (or the year 1902 is entitled to a flve-line want ADV. (situations only) free, to be used at any time during the year. SITDATION IWANTED ~ By good all-around florist and gardener. Give particulars W K 6S6 W. VanBuren St.. Chicago. SITDATION WANTED — By good all-ar und norist; 30 years' experience; single. Ai refer- ences. Address Rex care American Florist. ITDATION WAN'lED— By re.iable all-around florist: good designer; competent to tal^e charge; married. Best references. Please state terms. Address avondale. care American Florist, Chicago- S ITDATION WANTED— By a young man as greenhouse assistant; IH years' experience. Best of references from present employer. Please state wages when writing. Address T W H, care American Florist. CJITDATION WANTED-By competent florist ^_ and gardener, also designer and decorator. First-class commercial or private position; mar- ried. W ill be at liberty April 15. Geo a. Hodgson, West Medway, Mass. CJITDATION WANTED— By experienced florist; ^ grower of fine roses, carnatioiis, 'mums, violets; 25 years' experience. Good designer and decora- tor. Best references. State tiighest wages. G. Flobist. 1428 West 10th St., Canton, O. CJITDATION WANTED-By thorounhly expe- ^ rieoced grower; would take charge of com- mercial place or section in first-class rose or car- nation departments where good wages are paid. Address H H, care Am. Florist. SITUATION WANTED— As foreman by thor- oughly practical florist. Good decorator, designer, etc. Grower of No. 1 roses, carnations and 'mums. First-class commercial or private position. Good wages expected. Address G. FOKEMAH, care P. O. , Canton, O. C[ITD*TION WANTED-By a good grower of 'J out flowers, etc . age 33, long experience in all branches of horticulture, to take charge, or as foreman. References as to ability and character. California or Colorado preferred. Address J E C. 3i 2 Central Ave., Minneapolis, Minn. CJITDATION WANTED — By thorough flor st; ►-' growerof fine roses, carnations 'mums, violets and plants; German, age 33: long experience in all branches of horticulture. Want position to take charge or as foreman. (3ood references. Address with offers, H L S, 302 Central Ave., Minneapolis, Minn. Yy ANTED — Good rose grower, section man, also " ■ good general grower. Address S. J. Reutbr, Westerly, E. I. WANTED AT ONCE— Sober and willing men •' for greenhouse work; $!0 month. Apply to Otto Hansen, 1056 N. 62d Av., Chicago. TS/'ANTED— Good man for general greenhouse ' • work. Single or married. Steady employ- ment. ,J. M. Smelt, Aurora, 111. WANTED -One rose grower, two helpers for ' ' rose section and two for general greenhouse work. .J. P. Wilcox, Council Bluffs, Iowa. Xy-A-NTED- Good plant grower. Middle aged " or elderly man preferred. Permanent posi- tion. Address Ohio, care American Fltrist. T^ANTED- A steady man for general gre«n- ' ' house work. State wages expected without board. Give references AdJrcs C. LoiTiEiDQE, Peoria, 111. T^^ANTE D— Capable man lo take charge of 3000 " feet general stock— or »ill sell right. No competition. State experience and wages wanted. W. J. Olds, Union i.>ity, Pa. TU'ANTED— A good all-around florist to take " charge: must be sober, indu-trious and reliable. State wages wanted with board and room. References. Address A G, care American Florist. Vy ANTED— At once, experiencd man for gen- ' ' eral greenhouse work. Single man, German preferred. Wages, $30.00 per month with room and board. References required. Address J. A. BiriBiNOEB, Lansing, Mich. WANTED— Al rose and oarnatioo grower who " understands grafi log; a working manager- to the right man $75.00 per month will be paid ' Address Owner, Station A, Lock Box No, 10, Cleveland, O. WANTED— A reliable, sober, all-around green- house hand; a miin willing aud able to do all kinds of work, $10 per week. 15 minutes from Philadelphia, Address Henry ,T, Faust, Merion, Montg, Co,, Pa, XyANTED— To lease for not less than 3 years, * ' by a practical grower of 20 years' experi- ence, a place of from o.OCO to 15,000 feet of glass in good condition. West of Denver preferri-d. Ad- dress H C, care American Florist. T^ANTED— Capable young man for general " " greenhouse work. One with some experi- ence in greenhouse construction preferred. State age. experience and wages required, in first letter. EsTHBRViLLB GREENHOUSES, Esthervllle, Iowa. ■WANTED AT ONCE— A first-class rose, car- '" nation and violet grower. Dwelling close to greenhouses and good wages lo right man. Young married man preferred. Address, giving refer- ences, J, E. Freeman, 612 13th St. N, W., Washington, D, C, T^ANTED— Gardener to care for garden, lawn *' and greenhouse, cow and horse. Must be experien"ed and capable. Wages f30 per month with board and room. Address, giving nation- ality, age, exf erience and refer nces, G, E, DiLET, Palestine, Texas. IpOR SALE — Good second-hand greenhouse material, L, A, Wheelock, Ovid, Mich, "POR SALE— ^,000 feet of glass well stocked, -*- house, etc. All O, K. and In good order. Bargain; terms easy; other business. Address Box 53, Decatur. 111. FOR RENT— Greenhouses and 14 acres of land with good dwelling and good water supply, without extra expense for rent. Enquire of T. H. Wright & Co., Ft, Dodge, la, XfOR SALE— Twenty miles from Boston, five -*- acres level, fertile land, suitable for florist or market gardener. Five minutes from station. L, G, BissoNETTE, 1150 Columbus Ave. , Boston. XpOR SALE — Dwelling and greenhouses (no ^ stock) centrally located in city of 4,500. Long establishfd paying business: no competition; 3,201) feet glass; cause, death of owner. Mrs. Mart Bezner, EiCoutrix, Jerseyville, 111. TfOR SALE— At a bargain, greenhouses 26,000 .*- feet of glass, land and good dwelling house, barn, etc., in best of condition and well stocked; near Chicago; owner going into other business. Address H G. care American Florist, FOR SALE — Prosperous up-to-date retail flor- ist business, complete, established 12 years; can show hand>ome profits. Engaged in another enterprise reason for selling. For full particulars, address Charles H Pox, 21st and Columbia Ave,, Philadelphia, Pa. $300 Per Month. Do you want it? If so, buy me out NOW, at your own price. Good reasons. 15,000 feet. It costs you a postal card to have particulars. C. S. flTZSIMMONS, Lansing, Mich. For Sale at a Bargain Greenhouses, 25,000 square feet of glass, all in good condition and paying well; within 20 miles of Chicago. Owner is going to retire from business. Address F S, care American Florist. If you want to get the want you want to get, you want to get your want ad into the m AMERICAN! F L O R I S T| Try it now. Every advertisement represents a gentiine want. <^ It pays to answer them. Jt Jt jt :&&:ee&:egi&&&:g:&6:e6ee&:ee&i m ^ t 436 The American Florist. April 12, Cleveland. BAD WEATHER CUTS A HOLE IN BUSINESS SINCE EASTER. — DECORATIONS THE SAV- ING CLAUSE.— THE PRICES.— DOINGS OF RETAILERS AND GROWERS. The inclemency of the weather for the past week has interfered somewhat with local business, yet the storemen have no real cause to complain. Balls, weddings and other social functions have been quite numerous and good stock has been cleaned up pretty well. All the third- class stock goes to the street fakirs, who do a rushing business when the weather permits. Shipping trade has been lairly good. The roies and carnations coming into market are, as a rule, very fine and are bringing fair prices, $6 to $10 per hundred for teas, and a few specials bring $12. Carnations fetch from $2 to $4 per hundred, longiflorums $10 to $15, callas $12, lily of the valley, $3 to $-t. Lots of bulbous stock is on hand and sales lag somewhat. The best Murillo tulips bring $4 per hundred. The Grant-Wilson Company reports Easter trade as far exceeding their expec- tations. They are so well pleased with their new quarters on Prospect street that they have leased theadjoiningstore. The two stores will be connected, which will give them a total frontage of forty- four feet, with a depth of seventy-five feet, which will afiord ample room for the contemplated elaborate display. Their conservatory in the rear of the store is nearing completion. Leonard Utzinger has rebuilt his green- houses, which were destroyed some time ago by fire. It was a hard blow to him, coming at a time when it was impossible to replace the stockiest, which comprised principally carnations. However, he takes his loss philosophically and hopes soon to regain it. E. Hippard, of Youngstown, was a visitor in town last week and reports business booming. Echo. Grand Rapids, Mich.— Eli Cross will invest $800 of his violet money in a new house for increasing his output. College Point, N. Y.— A fire March 26, on the premises of Frank Zimmerman, destroyed about $500 worth of violets intended for Easter shipment to New York. Denver, Col.— The Denver Post in its issue of March 23 devoted one page of its colored supplement to roses, including Illustrations of such varieties as Queen of Edgely, Ivory, Mrs. Oliver Ames, Dean Hole and Miss Alice Roosevelt. LILY BULBS Rubrum. Auratum, Album, Giganteum, Single Tiger, Double Tiger, close rates. Gla(liolus"l900" XiOV£IlXX. for cut flower work and florists' window decorations. Spikes 15 Inches long, very strong grower, rich red color, three white spots on lower petal. Good substance lasting wi'Il atte^ cuttini;. Successive plantings of this would secure fine window show the whole season. Per 100, $3.76. eUDIOLUS Miitiirts Itt.... Vauehan's Seid Store, ISlp COMMISSIONS CARRIED OOT in LONOON or any part of Great Britain. Messrs. WILLS & SEGAR will attend to any conuuission from American florists for the supply of Cut Flowers, Birihday Flowers, Bouquets, High Class Floral Designs, etc., to their clients who may be traveling in England. Ufll IP 9. CCRAD Court Florists to HU nILLO & OCUAni majesty. The King. ROYAL EXOTIC Nursery. Tbleqbams, Onslow Crescent, South Kensington, Floscclo, London. LONDON. ENGLAND. Wbolfjale power/arK^ MILWADSLSE, Apr. 10. Roses, Beauty, long,per doz. 3.00@ 5.00 " " tned. " 1.60® 2.00 - " " short " .50® 1.00 " Liberty 6.00@10.00 '■ Bride, Bridesmaid 4.00® 6 00 " Meteor 4.00® 6.00 " Golden Gate 6.00® 8.00 " Perle 4.00® 6.00 Oarnationi, ordinary 2M " fanoy 3 00 Violets I -00 Callas 12 50 Harrissi 15.0C®18 00 Lily of the valley 4.00 Daffodils 3.00© 4.00 Tulips 2.00® 3.00 Adiantum 75® 1.00 Smilai 18.00@30 00 A-tparagui 65. 00 Common ferns .25 PrrrsBDBO, Apr. 10. Roiei, Beauty, specials 40.0C®50.00 extras 30.00®3n.00 No. 1 10.00@15.00 " " No. 2 3.00® 6.00 " Bride, Bridesmaid 3 00®12 00 " Meteor 6.00®13 00 Oarnationi 1.50® 4.0O Lily of the vaUey 2.00® 4.00 Violets 20® .75 Harrisii lilies 8 00@13 00 Romans, Paper Whites 1.00® 3.00 Tulips 3.00® 4.00 Lilac perbunch, .75(o) 1 CO Sweet Peas l.OOtn 2.00 Smilai 16.00®20.00 Adiantum 75® 1.00 AiparaKUi 50.00® 75. 00 ClHoiiraATi, Apr. 10. Koiei, Beauty 20.00@40.00 " Bride.. 4.00® 6.00 " Bridesmaid 4.00® 6.00 " Meteor 4.90® 8.00 • 1 Perle 3.00® 4.00 Oarnationi LSI® 3.0O Violets 50® 1.00 Harrisii lilies 15.00 Lilv of the valley 3.00® 4 00 Dafl'odils ^ 3-00 Tulips 3. CO® 5.00 Romans, Paper Whites 2.00® 4.00 Asparagui 50.00 Smilai 16.C0 Adiantum ouneatum 1.00 Common f erni .20 St. Louis, Apr. 10. Roses, Beauty, short stem 5.00@I2.50 " " longstems 16.00@30.00 " Bride, Bridesmaid 1.00® 6.00 Meteor 4.00® 6.00 " Golden Gate 4.00@ 6.00 Oarnationi, ordinary 1.50@ 2.00 oholoa 2.60@ 3.00 Violets 28® ..^0 Sweet peas ^®„- „ TTnrri^ii 12.50 Sallas .■:.';............. 10 0C@I2 50 Lily of the valley 3.00® 4.00 Romans 2 00® 3 00 Narcissi SSS'"; ? R2 Tulips 2.00® 8.00 Bmllax 15 00 Asparagus Sprengerl 1.00® 1.50 " Plumosui 1.00® 1.50 Watch This Space FOR FUTURE BARGAINS. JOHIV BROr>, 349 Weat North Avenue, CHICAGO, ILL. Greenhouies, Niles Center, III. E. H. Hunt, WHOLESALE Cut riowers THE •^LD RELIABLE." 76 Wabash Ave., CHICAGO. Frank M. Ellis, WHOLESALE FLORIST, 1316 Pine Street, ST. LOUIS, MO. CONSIGNMENTS 80I.ICITED. H.G.BERNING Wholesale florist (322 Pine St., ST. LOUIS, MO. C. A. KUEHN. Wholesale Florist, nSS PINE STREET. im «T. LOUIS, HO. iVA complete line of 'Wire Designs. I, Ltd WHOLESALE FLORISTS. ■ Pittsbarg, Pa. The Cincinnati Cut Flower Co., aaAVr-o. WHOLESALE FLORISTS. Consignments Solicited. Special Attention Given to Shipping Orden. Cut Flower Exchange, WM. DILOER, Managrer, WHOLESALE COMMISSION. Full line of Florists' Supplies and Decorations. Special attention to shipping ordtTS. 26 Miami Avenue. DEThOIT. MICH. RICE BROTHERS WHOLESALE FLORISTS and FLORAL SUPPLIES. Receivers and Shippers ol Fresh Cut Floweri. Speciiil Httfiitidu to shippinc "hUts. A com- plete line of Klorista' nreils. Srii.l for price list. Prompt returns on jiU conHii^iunetils. 128 N. Sixth St. MINNEAPOLIS, MINN. Galax Leaves,E% ' Per 1000 Choice HroQ7.e and Green, Giilax' $ .55 Choice Leucothoe Sprays 8.00 Choice Fancy and DajiKer Ferns 75 Hhododrndrnn Sprays. 10 to 20 leaves on each sprav. bright kIobsv ^jreun. $5.C0 per case of 1000— ITfi lbs. Leaves alone r>0o per UKK). Send for prices on plants, ('iish with first order. 1. NELSON PRITUHARD, ELK PARK, N. C. Pteasf mention the A me* ican Florist when ivrilxnjp . igo2. The American Florist. 437 Wc have been trying to say here just the word which will make you want TO BUY OF US If we have failed to interest you it is the fault of our advertising, not the fault of our business system or the goods we handle. We have perfect arrangements for handling your businesss and our supplies are large, par- ticularly on Beauties, Roses and Carnations. Let us hear from you. 9^^ 9^^ ^^^ 9^^ 9^^ 9^^ t^^ 9^^ E.C.Amling The Largest, Best Equipped and Most Centrally Located Wholesale Cut Flower House in Chicago. 32-34-36 Randolph St. CHICAGO. L. D. PHONES CENTRAL 1999 AND 1977. PRICE LIST. BEAUTIES. 30-36-inoh stems, perdoz., $3 CO 24 " •• ' 2.00 20 " " " 150 16 " " " 1.00 13 " •• " .75 6to8-in, •■ per ICO J<.00 5.00 Per ICO lirides $4 00 6.00 Maids 4.C0 6 00 Meteors 4 CO 6.00 Gates 4.(0 6.00 Carnations 1.00 1.50 " large and fancies 3 CO 3.00 Callas perdoz., 100 1.25 Sweet Peas 75 100 Violets 1.00 Tulips 2.0O 4.U0 Daffodils ....; ii... 2.C0 3.00 Valley, select .' 3.00 Asparagus plumosus, per stg, .50 .75 " Spreneeri 4.00 Ferns per 1000, I3.C0; .3) Galax " 1.35; .16 Leucothoe sprays 1.00 Adiantum 1.00 1.50 Smilax perdoz., 1.50 2.00 Prices subject to change without notice J. ft. BUD LONG Boses and Carnations A Specialty. 37-39 Randolph Street, CHICAGO. SKCUT FLOWERS WEILAND AND RISCM CHICAOO'S RELIABLE BSBD FOR WIBKIT FBICE LIST. WHOLESALE FLORISTS Benthey&Co. F. F. BENTHEY, Manager, Wholesale Commission Florists 31-35 Randolph St., CHICAGO. I^^Coniilenments solicited FRANK BARLAND, "■J^'r M Cut Flowers SPECIAL ATTENTION T^TT^T^IVr ^^ GIVEN TO HARDY OUT -"^ .MV-K^^^t ^S» S5-57 WABASH AVENUE, Telephone Central 3284. CXIIO.A.OO. FUase mention the A merican Florist when 'writing. 8E0. REINBERe, ^""tsta Cut Flowers Choice Amertcan Beantles. We will take care of yoor orders at reasonable prices. Prompt attention. B1 Wabash Ave., CHICAfiO, ILL. PETER REINBERC, Grower and Wholesaler of Cot Flowers. aOO.OOO PIBT OP QLA8S. R.adquart.rs for Am.rioan B.auty. 61 Wabash Ave., CHICABO, ILL f^ease mention ike American Flonsi when writing. Wbol|;ale power/arKgfe Chioabo, Apr. 11. Roiei, Beauty, 30 to 36-mch •terns 3.00 24 " " 2.00 20 " " 1.50 15 " " 1.00 12 " " .75 6to8 " "per 100 4.00® 5.00 " Bride, Bridesmaid 3.00® 6.00 " Meteor 3.00® 6.00 " Perle 3 00® 6.00 " GoldenQate 3 00® 6.00 Carnations 1.00® 3.00 Violets 60® 1 00 Lily of the valley 2.00® 3.00 Harrisii 8.00@13.00 Callas, perdoz 1.25®. 150 Tulips 2.00® 4.00 Daffodils 2.00© 3.00 Adiantum 1.00# l.BO Commonferns per 1,000 12 50 .30 Qalax leaves, per 1000 $1.00 .16 Smilax per dozen 1.50® 2.00 1409-1411 W. Madison St., CHICAGO. LILY of the VALLEY Only The Best. Cut and Pipa. OHOXoS LILY of the VALLEY in large quantities, the finest that is grown, $4 and $5 per J 00. JOHN WOLF. SAVANNAH, QA. AftlPPiPSn -^^^s-ys ^° business, /llllt;i Itail Week days and everyday r 1 0 r I S IS Sundays and holidays, M M Ari« AU over the country, 'V 'V iWiO At home and abroad. Wholesale Growers WIETOR RROS. .iCut Flowers All telegraph and telephone orders given prompt attention. 5J "Wabash Avenue, CHICAGO. JOHN MUNO, Got Flowers 51 Wabash Ave., CHICAGO. Telefhons Central 3598. AU telegraph aai telephone orders given prompt attention. Bassett&Wasliborn 76 & 78 Wabash Ave., CHICAGO. "''•"' Grorrst, Cut Flowers GREENHOUSES: HINSDALE, ILL. Please mention the American Florist when writing. Poehlmann Bros. Co. Wholesale Grower and Shipper of Room 221, Wholesale Growers of and Dealers .™ Cut Flowers All telegraph and telephone orders given prompt attention, 35-37 Greenhouses: Randolph Street. Morton Grove. III. CHICAQO, ILL. A. L Randall, WHOLESALE FLORIST, 4 Washington Stroet, CHICAGO. Send for weekly price list and s j»ecial quotations on 1000 lots. CARNATION CUTTINGS AND BLOOMS. J. D. THOMPSON CARMATION CO. JOLIET. ILLINOIS. tiease wuntionlhe American Florist wlun writinr. 438 The American Florist. April 12, SAMUEL S. PENNOCK, Wholesale Florist, 1612-18 LUDLOW ST., PH'LADELPHIA, PA. Liberties. GEO. A. SUTHERLAND, ^t 34 Hawley St., BOSTON. Telephone 1270 Main. BEST BOSTON FLOWERS. AU Supplies. An entire floor Devoted to Stock and Manu- facturing. Distributing Agent for United States fof the wonderful LETTER, unequalled for design work. Script, any color, 3V4k a letter. Block letters, IV^ each. The most elaborate design work to order m a few minutes. GlNBBAL ASENTB: H. BAYERSDORFER & CO.. Philadelphli. REED & KELLER. New York Citt. SPECIALTIES THIS WEEK: Special American Beauty, Lily of the Valley, Violets, GIFY HALL GUT FLOWER MARKET WELCH BROS.. Props. 9 CHAPMAN PLACE. 15 PROVINCE STREET. Boston, Mass. The best market for Growers who can ship good Cot Flower stock. J. K. ALLEN, 106 West 28th Street, urui vnDV PITV Telephone 167 Madison Sq. NlTI \\in\ III I I ■ N. F. McCarthy & go. 84 Hawley St., BOSTON, ARE RECEIVING ELEGANT ROSES ALL VARIETIES. DON'T YOU WANTSOME? Tel. 734 and 64 Main. Geo. M. Moss, WHOLESALE FLORIST, 82 South 17th street. PHILADELPHIA, PA. Long Distance 'Phone 1-41-26 D. Consignments ol Roses, Carnations. Violets solicited. N.Y. GUT FLOWER EXCHANGE 404-412 E. 34th St. Near Ferry. Open (or Cnt Flower Sales at 6 o'clock Kvery momlngr DEBIRABLE WALL SPACE TO RENT FOR ADVERTISING. JOHN DONALDSON, Secretary. Wbolf^ale power/arR^ BOBTON, Apr. 9. Boses, Beauty, extra 20.00@30.00 " " medium 6 00@15.00 " " cuUa 3.00® 4.00 " Bride, Bridesmaid, Meteor. 1.00® 4.00 " ertra 5.00®10.00 Sweet Peas 1 00 Uarnationa 1 -f 0® 2 00 fancy 3.50® 3 00 Lily of the valley 2.00® 3.00 Violets 30® .60 Lilies 6 00® 8 00 Narcissus l.OC® 3.00 Tulips 1.00® 2.00 Callas 6.00® 8.00 Adiantum 1-00 Asparagus 50.00 Smilax 12.00@16.00 Fhii.ai>elfeia, Apr. 9. Roses, Tea 6.00@10.00 " " extra 10.OO®15.00 " Beauty, extra 30.00@40.00 " " firsts 20.00@30.00 " Queen of Edgely, extra 75.00 '■ " firsts.... 25.00 Carnations 2.00® 4.00 LUyofthe valley 4.00® 5.00 Asparagus 25.00®50.00 BmUai 12.00®16.00 BuiTAlo, Apr. 10. Roses, Beauty 7.00@35.00 " Bride, Bridesmaid, Meteor 6.00@13.50 Carnations l.B0@ 5.00 Violets 50@ 1.00 Lily of the vaUey 3.00® 4.00 Smilax 15.00@20.00 Adiantum 1.00® 1.50 Give Us a Trial. We Can Please You. Roses, Carnations and all kinds of Seasonable Flowers in stocl(. lifU C If ICTIIifS Wholesale Com- nnis ■■ IVHtflinil, mission Florist, 181 Washington St.. Buffalo. N. V. Dealer in Florists' Supplies urn] Wire Designs. Open Day and Night. Gut Harrisii Lilies. I am growing the largest batch of lilies in New England. Have over 50,000 Harrisii besides plenty of Japans. Can supply blooms all the time. Can fiU orders for any quantity at an hour's notice. H. N. EATON, 'Phone Connection. SO. SUDBURY, MASS. MARKETING for flowers is a pleasure il done at the Headquarters of the NEW YORK GUT FLOWER GO. Here is the choicest stock of the most eminent growers, fresh every morning and in full variety. Goods seleuted and shipped to any part of the coui«try. Always room for growers looking for an outlet for good cut flower stock. DAILY REPORTS. WEEKLY PAYMENTS. SALESROOMS \^^^jg^ yORK CITY. ^^2'^?M^?son Sq. I. A. MILLANG, 2034 Madison Sq. Masaskb. EUGENE BERNHEIMER Wholesale Florist, Philadelphia. Phone 14269 A, 1604 Lndlow St., CONSIGNMENTS OF ROSES SOLICITED. 2geagggggggggg» AMERICAN nORIST ADS ALWAYS DO BUSINESS WtH'k days and every day, Sundays and holidays, AU OVER THE COINTRY^ AT HOME AND ABROAD. BEAUTIES Leo VALLEY ^^^' lessen, N. W. Gor. Filbert and I3tli sts./Piiiiadelpliia. igo2. The American Florist. 439 Note the Smile of Satisfaction U/hon ^^^ consignor reads his returns Crnm llllwll the buyer opens a box of flowers rlUIII the buyer opens a box of flowers WHOLESALE COMMIS- SION FLORIST. JOHN I. RAYNOR, 49 W. 28th St , NEW YORK, Telephone 1998 Madison Square YOUNG & NUGENT WHOLESALE FLORISTS tlEw^voRKf''"*' Are shipping the finest Roses, Carnatloos, Valley, Orchids, Novelties, in the New York Marnet. -Price Ust to Applicants. TELEPHONE 20S6 MAOISON SQUARE. Walter F. Sheridan, Wholesale Florist, Talepliona 802 Madison Bciaa,Te. 39 West 28th St., NEW TOBK. Telephone Nos. 2239 and 2034 Madison Square. MOORE, HENTZ & NASH Wholesale Commission Florists, 65 and 67 West 26th St., NEW YORK CITY. Adjoining New York Cut Flower Co. salesroom. Finest Salesroom in the Trade. Inspection Invited. All business, selling or shipping, stnotly oommission. wuni wAi r "ILUAM GHORMLEY,p„„m»«,.|, nnijl r A|ll r RECEIVER AND SHIPPER OF FRESH CUT FLOWERS. DAILY STOCK OF ALL UU III III I UU I Ull ■'"*'"*"■■■ THE CHOICEST VARIETIES FROM BEST GROWERS WHO SHIP 10 NEW YORK. W W IIIIII I WW I Mil ORCHIDS, ROSES, CARNATIONS, VALLEY. Largest receiver of VIOLETS in America T«l«phona 2200 Madison Square, B7 WEST 28th STREET, NEW YORK CITY. JOHN YOUNG Speolal AMerlcan Beauties, Sorpasslng Carnations, Violets, Lily of the Valley, Orchids, and all Seasonable Flowers. 81 West 28tli St., NEW YORK. Tel. 1906 Madison Sq. THE RECOGNIZED HEADQUAKTEKS IN NEW YORK CITY FOR Violets and Carnations GROWERS and BUYERS make a note of thia. It will be to your advantage. WM. H. GUNTHER. 30 West 29th St., New York. Telephone 551 Madison Square. FRANK MILLANG. CUT FLOWERS, WHOLESALE COMMISSION, 408 E. 34th Street, Cut Flower Exchange. NEW YORK. Telephone 299 Madison Square. ESTABLISHED 1872. JOHN J. PERKINS, COMMISSION FLORIST, Solicits Consignments or Shipping Orders. Satisfaction given In both. Write for Terms. 115 West 30lh St., New York. POPULAR WITH THE TRADE. Therefore a profitable place to send your Flowers. M. a. HART'S, 48 Wast 30th St., New York City. Telephone 325 Madison Square. Choice Carnations. Selected Roses. Traendly & Schenck NEV YORK aTY, 38 W. 28th Street, Cut Flower Exchange. New Telephone No. 798 A 799 Madison Sq. Wbol?5ale power/\arl^fe New 3foBK, Apr. 9. Roses, Beauty, select 10.00@20.00 " " medium 6.00® 8.00 " " ouUs 1.00® 3 00 " Bride, Bridesmaid 3.00® 8 00 " Jaoq. and Brunner 3.00@12 00 " Liberty 3.00®10.00 " Meteor, Golden Gate 2.00® 5.00 " All kinds, job lots 5i@2.00 Carnations 1 .00® 3 00 Carnations, fancy 3. On® 5.00 Violets 25® 60 Lily of the valley 3 00® 3.0O Daffodils Tulips 1.60® 2 00 Freesias Roman Hyacinths 75® 1.60 Callas,. Lilies 4.00® 5 00 SweetPeas.' 75® 1 OO Cattleyas 25. 00®35 . 00 Mignonette 1.00® 3.00 Smilax 12.00®20.00 Adiantum 76®1.00 Asparagus 35.00@50.00 " Sprengeri, perdoz. bun.. 2.00® 3.00 Lilac, per bunch.. 50® .75 CHAS. MILLANG, 50 W. 29tli St., -NEW YORK. FORD BROS. Receivers and Shippers of FBESH FLOWERS. Best Violets In New York market. Ill West 30th 8t.. NEW YORK. Telephone 157 Madison Square. Julius Lang U Wert aotk Stract, SEW TOBK. Bepbxsxbtb TEX BEST Qbowebs or ROSES, CARNATIONS, VALLEY. Telsfhoite 280 Masisoh Squ£Bi, ALEX. J. GUTTMAN, Wholesale Commission Florist, A full supply daily of the choicest New York and New Jersey FLOWERS. S2 W. 29th Street, NEW YORK CITY. Telephone 1788 Madison Square. ft. H. immm. Wholesale Commission Florist, BEST FtOWBRS SHIPPED AT LOWEST NEW YORK PRICES. 19 Boarum Place, Brooklyn, N. Y. Telephone 939 Main. ...GEO. M. KELL0G6.S. Largest Grower^ol.. Q^^ FlOWCrS Give us an order and we will please you. Our Greenhouses at PLEASANT HILL, MO. Our Store, 906 Grand Ave., KANSAS CITY, MO. ^^"lonq distance 'phone at either place. Now in Season: FREESIAS, DAFFODILS, TULIPS LILAC. SWEET PEAS and ACACIA. EDW. C. HORAN. 47 WEST 28th ST.. NEW YORK. Cyj FLOWERS AI WHOLESALE. Tel. 421 Madison Square, AH Roses, Violets 440 The American Florist. April 12, The gEED Trsdb. AMERICAN SEED TRADE ASSOCIATION. J. E. NoBTHBUP, Pres.; S. F. Lbobard, Vioe- Pres.; S. F. Wiixabd, Wethersfleld, Conn., Seo'y &nd Treas. Twentieth annual convention, Minneapolis, Minn., June 24-26, 1902. August Rolker & Sons, New York, are now located at 31 Barclay street. Visited Pittsburg: A. T. Bodding- ton, of Clucas & Boddington, New York. W. Atlee Burpee & Co., had_ the largest mail order day in their business Monday, March 24. Visited Chicago: Frank T. Bmerson, Waterloo, Neb.; B. P. Cornell, St. Loni», Mo.; C. Mertz, Brooklyn, N. Y. President J. E. Northbup announces that the twentieth annual convention of the American Seed Trade Association ■will be held at Minneapolis June 24, 25 and 26. The programme will soon be ready. J. L. BcDD says it Is only a matter of a •hort time when seedsmen will be grow- ing Dwarf Essex rape on irrigated farms in southern Texas. He says that the whole cabbage family thrives surprisingly under irrigation there and that Pearl millet also seeds freely in the vicinity of San Antonio and will soon be receiving the attention of seedsmen. The State of Trade. Texas Seed and Floral Co., Dallas, Tex. — "January 1 we moved into our new store, corner of Elm and Ervay streets. Our retail department is 25x100 feet and our warehouse and shipping department is 50x100, two stories high, with a switch in the rear where we load and unload cars. For the last three months we have done the largest trade since we have been in business." Government Seed Contracts. The contracts for the government seeds for the coming season have been let sub- ject to the proper appropriation being made by Congress for the payment of the same. Among the seed firms receiving a goodlv share of the orders were North- rup, King & Co., Minneapolis; Goodwin- Harries Co., Chicago; J. M. Thorburn & Co., New York; W. Atlee Burpee & Co., Philadelphia; Jerome B. Rice Co., Cam- bridge, N. Y ; F. W. Bolgiano, Washing- ton, D. C; T. W. Wood & Sons, Rich- mond, Va ; C. C. Morse & Co., Santa Clara, Cal., and smaller lots to other parties. As showing the tendency to make changes in the list, it will be noted that the contracts were let for 84.000 pounds of cucumber seed and but 6,000 pounds of onion seed. Philadelphia. GOOD TRADE KEEPS STOCK MOVING. — FEW PLANTS LEFT AFTER THE EASTER RUSH. — SPRING FLOWERS FROM THE SOUTH. — ALL ABOUT PRICES — MUCH BUILDING CONTEMPLATED. — VARIOUS NOTES. The more one hears about the Kaster trade the better everybody seems to be pleased with it. Scarcely anything is left and there was difficulty getting a lit- tle stock to supply the plant demand of the past week. Azaleas were not to be had, either in or out of bud, and aboat the only plants obtainable were a few ■pirseai and lilies. Snch a clean-up i very gratifying and plans fornext Easter are being laid even at this early date. There have been quite a few weddings and other events that required floral decorations and have kept the boys busy and kept the stock of flowers moving. A large out of town demand has kept the commission men busy, in many cases even into the night. Perhaps the most plentiful flower now is the southern daffodil. This is coming into the city in large quantities. The flowers are of good quality and seem to sell very well at from 50 cents to $1 and $2 per hun- dred. Prices have resumed their normal level; $4 to $5 per dozen buvs the special Beauties; the teas sell for $8 to $10 for the best. All the stock coming in is of very fine quality. Carnations are mov- ing lively at from $2 to $3 for the best ordinary, while the extras are held at $4 to $6. Violets are on the wane, although still much in demand. There is considerable building con- templated the coming summer. Robert Scott & Son will make quite large addi- tions. The H. A. Dreer Company will also erect a large block of glass to house azaleas and other dormant stock. The Floral Exchange is to build another large house at Edgely, a counterpart of the one erected a year ago and which has proved satisfactory in every respect. Their new rose, Queen of Edgely, has had a great run the past season and they intend to plant it largely for next year. Robert Craig & Son have purchased the block of ground adjoining their present property and which has been occupied by them for a long time. This will give them a full city block and should rapidly increase in value as build- ing operations are in full swing on all sides of them. ' K. Norwich, Conn.— C. F.Jennings, whose greenhouses were recently burned down, has not yet decided whether he will rebuild or not. Springfield, Mass.— On the evening of April 4, A. F. Stevens, of Wellesley, addressed the Amateur Horticultural Society upon "Hardy Roses and Their Culture." JOHNSON & STOKES' SPECIAL OFFER SWEET PEAS 25 OF THE FINEST NAMED VARIETIES, AT SS ot:« i>ep c>oi:i.xn.d. Per oz. 5c; \-i lb. 10c; 5 lbs. 31.00. (By mail " .. - . mauve and Admiration, pink primrose. Black Knight, deep maroon. Bride, pure white. Crown Jewel, violet rose. Captivation, magenta. Countess Cadogan. blue. Duke of Sutherland, maroon Dorothy Tennant, rosy mauve, Emily Henderson, white. Emily Eckford, heliotrope. Golden Gate, lavender. Gray Friar, purple and white. Katherine Tracy, pink. Lottie Hutchins. cream and pink Lady Skelmersdale. carmine and white. Lady Nina Balfour, mauve. cts. per pound additional.) LadyGrisel Hamilton, pale lavender. Lady Mary Currie, nink and lilac. Mikado, ce'-ihf' and whtio, Mrs- Gladstone, pink. Mrs. Dugdale, pink and primrose. Othello. ohoL-o'ate red. Prima Donna, deep pink. PrincA of Wales, rose. Royal Robe. pink. Eckford's Large Flowering, mixed, per bz., 53; % lb. lOo; lb. *5c; 5 lbs. $i.(Xf. Johnson & Stokes' Giant Hybrids, mixed, 10c per ^ lb.; 3Jc per lb.; 5 lbs. $!.■ 5. JOHNSON & STOKES, 217 219 Market St., Philadelphia, Pa. Import Freight Agents Delaware, Lackawanna &. Western Railroad Co. at New York, N. Y. ^k:gi20^^. B?ooN^oaj:^5r» i>ijse>.^'T'o^. F. B. VANDEGRIFT & COo, PubliBhera of Vandegrift's United States Tariff. Customs Brokers and Forwarders. Foreign Express, Export and Insurance Brokers. Onice, 31B Dearborn St. i*hone Harrison 840. MFU/ VADI/ Office, 66 Beaver Street I A. B. C. Code Used nun lUHR T-enhnne. 9 8 Brn».i I OalilB Address. Vanorifl. CHICAGO Beans and Peas Crop 1901, Selected Stock. ICO Bush. Beans, E»rly Rod Valentine. 100 ■■ ■• Ex. Early Refugee. 100 '• '• Rerugpe or 1000 to 1. 10 " ■' Detroit Wax. 10 " " Wardwell's Wax. 30 " Peas, (crop 1900), Pride of the Market. WRITE FOR PRICES TO iV. ^v. i>. tiaora«zlbl«ooT*r. addbiu OBDIBS TO AMERICAN FLORIST CO.. CHICAQO. igo2. The American Florist. 4A1L. BARGAINS For the Week APRIL 12th to 19th ONLY. CYCAS REVOLUTA, finest Ion? leaves. 10 lbs , $1.00; 100 lb3., S8.00; case of 330 lbs., SiOOO; H to 20 lbs. stems. Each Doz. AMARYLLIS Vittata, Gems, TxS-inoh, $.20 $2 00 " 8x10 " .30 3.00 Doz. 100 BEGONIAS, tuberous rooted, separate colors, 1 to 2 inch $ .33 $2.00 BEGONItS, tuberous rooted, double separate color.^, 1 10 2'inch 60 4.03 GLADIOLUS MAY. florists' favorite 25 1.60 $15 00 per 1000. Per 100 lOCO GLADIOLUS, American Hvbrid.otioicest \M 8 CO 2d size, .75 6 00 vphite and light, extra.... 1.60 12.00 Asparagus Plumosus Nanus Seed. Scarce, ILO seeds, 80o; 1000 seeds, $7.00. LATANIA BORBONICA, lOO seeds, 2Bo; 1000, $1.60. Send for our list of Seeds, etc. Look up adv. FLORISTS' CALENDAR FOR APRIL in issue April 5. Address H. H. BERGER A, CO. Established 1879. 47 Barolav St.. N. Y. LATE PRICES. CARNATIONS — Queen Louise, Estelle, Roosevelt and Prosperity for $4 00 per 100. G. H. Crane, Ethel Crocker and Genevieve Lord for |1 CO per 100. GERANIUMS — A general assortment of new and standard varieties, all correctly labeled at $10.00 per lOOO. A few thous- and mixed ones at |7.5o per 1000. Jean Viaud and M. de Castelaine at |3 per 100. HARDY PHLOX— All the best varieties, labeled, in assortment of my own selection, at $12.50 per lOCO. Above are rooted cuttings, not trans- planted plants. Hardy Phlox, from 2-in. pots, $2 per 100. BONE MEAL. I have been using this Bone Meal for a number of years and ntver have found any- thing as good. It is not cheap in price; neither is it cheap in results. Put up in 200 lb. bags only at $3.50 per bag or $32.50 per ton. ALBERT M HERB, Lancaster. Pa. Carnations & Roses AMERICAN BEAUTY From 2V4-iDch pots, $S.OO per 100; $5'>.00 per 1000. From 3-inoh pots, 7.60 per 100; $70.0J per ICOO. CARNATIONS FROM SOIL Wm. Scott $1.50 per 100; $12.50 per 1000 Norway 3.60 per lOO; 30.00 per lOOO Genevieve Lord 3.l0perU0; 25.00 per iroi Prosperity 4.00 per 100; 35.C0 per 1000 A. L.THORNE, FLUSHING, N.Y. I ELECTROS... ^ for Catalogue Purposes. WE have a large assortment of strictly high-olass halftones of which we can supply electros suitable for catalogue Illustration. If you need an^hing in this way, state your re- quirements and we will submit f roofi of the illustrations in stock Price lor eath only 15 cenu per square Inch. THE AMERICAN FLORIST CO., Imported Bulbs for Florists' Forcing Send Us Your List for Pricing. Our arrangements for high grade bulbs of Lllium Harrisll, French Romans, Paper White Grandidora, Callas, Japan Longifiorum, London Market Valley, and picked bulbs of all Dutch Hyacinths, Tulips, Narcissus and Spirsa are unex- celled. Bulbs secured from us will be sub- ject to careful inspection and approval on arrival, and if in any way unsatis- factory, will be made good at once. By combining your order for a full line of this stock with u',you get each in season and all at the closest cost for high grade stock. Economy in car- load freight shipments and large importations supply half our profits. Write for Prices before closing any farcing stock orders. VAUGHAN'SSEEDSFORE, 1 4 Barclay St., New York. 84-86 Randolph St., Chicago. WATER LILIES. ..324 Dearborn St., CHICAGO. HARDY AND TENDER NELUMBIUMS, VICTORIAS, Etc. Weare Headquarters for Water Lilies and Aquatic Plants of all Kinds. Intending planters will gain a long start and early blooms by procuring dormant tubers of the tender Nym- pha?.ns now. and starting same indoors, thus securing strong plants for plant- ing at proper season, and also save the expense of heavv express charges. We shall be pli-ased to furnish estimates and offer pr,actical suggestions to those inteodiig planting either large or small ponds. Sow now Seeds of Victorias, Nelumblumsand Nymphseas. HENRY A. DREER 714 Chestnut St., Philadelphia. Di^as0f ■mention, the Amertcan j'iunst when vrrthntr WE HAVE OIR USIAL STOCK OF FINE AM[RICAN BEAUTY PLANTS. JOHN BURTON, Chestnut Hill. Phila. Pa. Am Diiiiiiliiif^K^O™ CITTINOS AIII|OB3UTIbS S25.00 per 1000. M^M ■ ■ ■ ■ ^^W ^^ wH •■ ■ ■ ^^ ^^ This stock is free from spot, thoroughly rooted and first class io every respect. If not satisfactory or just as represented by us you can return same at once. J. 1. BUDLONG, 37 anil 39 Ranilelph St.. CHICieO. ILL. SPECIALTIES R03ES^ from 3-inch pots. . R^e* CARNATIONS, for aU deUvery, "' "^^' CHRYSANTHEMUMS, VaxSa^Sac SMiLAX. VIOLETS. vanciics Prices Low. Send for List. WOOD BROTHERS, Fishkill, N. Y. PANSIES. FAXON S HOUSE*' The best mixture in cixltivation, flowers very large, thick and velvety; of superb colors and markings. The perfection of form and texture. In Trade Packets at $1.00 each. M. B. FAXON, Lock Box 1528. BOSTON, MASS. CorreBpondence EoUcited. 442 The American Florist. April 12, The ^urbbry TR?J£>e. AM. ASSOCIATION OF NURSERYMEN. B. C. Berckmans, Pres.; R. J. Cos, Vice-Prea. GsoBSE C. Seasbb, Rochester. N. Y., Seo'y. Twenty-seventh annual convention, Milwaukee, Wis., June, 1903. In Maine the old apple orchards are filty-one per cent Baldwin, the new ones much less. Of the Angouleme, one of the largest of the good pears, Ellvyanger & Barry say that It attains its highest perfection worked on the quince. Prof. Wait, of the U. S. Department of Agriculture, has been at Alvin, Tex., Investigating pear blight, where the crop has been practically a failure for the past three years. The Texas Nwrsfery aad Floral Com- pany, of Sherman, Tex., has changed its name to the Texas Nursery Company and increased its capital stock from $10,000 to $20,000. Prof. F. A. Waugh, of the Vermont Agricultural College, recently delivered an address on "The Ben Davis and What it Stands For" before the Maine Pomo- loglcal Society. He said that he is aiji old friend of the Ben Davis but that he wouldn't advise a man to grow it except for the general market, where it would go on its looks and keeping properties. He said that the market can't be spoiled, for it is the Italian fruit stand that dis- poses of the Ben Davis and quality cuts no figure there. Garden Walks. Ed. Am. Florist:— What would make a good walk on clay soil? Most here have gravel, but the walks hold water like a dish, and the gravel sinks into the clay; on an incline, the walks wash out. Would mixing cement, sand and gravel for top layer be advisable? If so how deeply should it be put on? C. I should recommend cinders as a foun- dation and gravel (washed) on top, this to be thoroughly wet down and rolled until it forms a smooth surface. Of course, on an incline this will not stand, and if the grade is quite steep the only walk possible is one paved with cobble stone. Stones of the size of a fist or thereabouts do not make a very bad looking walk. Another way of constructing walks on a steep grade is to put in a few steps at Intervals to lessen the grade of the walk. Catch basins should be built near the steps, thereby preventing the water from rushing down the entire length of the walk. This again will necessitate drain tile to be laid as far as the grade is steep and washouts probable. The catch basins can be constructed from 6-inch or S-inch socket sewer pipe, using a tee for the bottom piece. The best cover is the so-called Bar strainer, which can be bought to fit into the socket or bell of the pipe. To use a layer of gravel, sand and cement on top of the walk is out of the «[uestion, as it would not stand in this latitude except if constructed on thesame principle as a cement sidewalk, but such a walk would be too slippery on a steep grade unless corrugated. Speaking of walks in general, they should only be placed where extreme necessity demands, intruding as little as possible upon the lawn. Comfort and cleanliness are the prime motives for the existence of garden walks and their value depends entirely upon their construction, which should be such as to render them dry and clean at all seasons of the year. In this respect nothing is better than cement or asphaltum. The latter is rarely seen butt think preferable in many ways if expense is of secondary considera- tion. Asphalt walks are easier to walk on and less obtrusive, on account of their dark color, in the landscape. Either of this class must be corrugated if built on inclines, or they will make walking impossible in freezing weather. Cement walks, when not built on dry sandy or gravelly land must have a foun- dation of not less than twelve inches of some porous material like cinders or screened coarse gravel. The concrete itself should be six inches thick, thoroughly mixed in the proportion of one part Port- land cement to seven of stone. The latter may consist of limestone, granite mac- adam or washed coarse gravel. A top finish of from one-half to one inch thick- ness, consisting of three parts stone or washed gravel to one part Portland cement worked to a smooth surface com- pletes the walk. But the construction of either asphalt or cement walks is better left to a contractor familiar with such work. Next in durability comes macadam walks. These are constructed of broken, limestone or granite. They should not be less than six inches thick and made of stone that will go through a one- inch mesh. After a thorough wetting down and rolling, a thin layer of limestone or granite screenings, or, which is cheaper and better, a little fine hill gravel is spread over the stone. This is again watered and rolled until a smooth and hard surface is obtained. A sprinkling of fine, clean lake gravel makes the walk softer to walk on and gives it a finished appearance. This class of walks will stand more or less washing, but are, as the above mentioned, also quite expen- sive. The cheapest and, for all purposes except on inclines, best walks are those built of cinders. They are dry all the year around, with a smooth and easy surface to walk on, and when covered with a thin layer of fine lake gravel have a pretty and natural appearance. But this latter covering is necessary or they will create dust in hot weather. That makes them not only undesirable but a nuisance. Where hill gravel is close at hand good walks can be constructed from this by screening it, using the coarser parts in the bottom and the finer on top. The thickness of such a walk depends entirely on the kind of subsoil, heavy clay demanding more drainage and therefore a heavier layer of the coarse material in the bottom. From six inches to ten inches should be sufii- cient, covering all circumstances. If the gravel contains vegetable matter it will be necessary to put a thin layer of fine washed gravel on top or the walk will become sticky in spring and fall. A thor- ough wetting and rolling is as necessary on this class of work as on those men- tioned before. Walks that are properly drained by porous material need very little of the usual top rounding, if any, but they must not under any circumstances be hollow in the center. To build walks entirely out of lake gravel is impossible except with some other material that acts as a binder. The coarser kinds are splendid for the bottom of the walks and the fine parts make the prettiest and most gar- den-like covering for any walks. In con- nection with asphalt and cement walks, 1 should have mentioned that on places where water is apt to stand during the winter months and the proper artificial drainage is impossible, they are a failure. Examples of this kind are to be found in Union Park, Chicago. Jambs Jensbn. San Antonio, Tex.— The P. D. Hanser & Sons Floral Company has been incor- porated with a capital stock of $50,000, the incorporators being Peter D., Frank H., William T., John H. and George P. Hauser. BMdodendron Maximum I Kalmia Latifolia The two best native Evergreen Sbrubs for out-of-door ornamentatioa. Furnished by car load lots or in smaller quantities. Send for prices, also Special Rhododendron circulars. VINCA MINOR— 10,000 3-inch clumps for sale cheai. Fine lot of general nursery stock. EASTERN NURSERIES, w: m. pawson. ug, Jamaica Plain, Mass. Clematis. strong fi-Id-grown, 2 and 3 year plants, 30c to35o each; |4.00 per dozen, HD DRQCQ from 4-inch pots, own roots, I r* nUoCO $l.u0doz.;$1uper1.0:12kinds. PAEONIAS, C>»oice named collection. Diatiuct named kinda and colors, $1.50 perdoz ; JIO por 100. r. A. BULER. BLOOMINGTON. ILL. RHODODENDRONS "MTN." Seedlings, JIO.OO per 100r> Choice plants. .6 to 10 In., 7Bo per 10; JS 00 per 100 " 12 to 18-in., 11.6" per 10; 12.50 per 100 Special prices on large lots Cash with tlrst order. Rhodod ndfon Leaves for festooDincs. 50c per 1000 AZALEAS, Yellow, Pink and Red or Flaming, sizes and pric(!S same as Rhododendrons. J N.PRITOHARD. ELK PARK. N.O. B.W. DIRKEN, Oudanbosch, Holland. ORNAMENTAL AND FOREST TREES A SPECIALTY. Conifers, Evergreens, Hollies, Etc J< Jt >*< Prices on Application. IRISH JUNIPER TREES Extr.'i hoavy, 4 tt JSIOOpcr !00 18 to24 in jsroper 10", JTO.OO per 1000 24 to 30 in 10 00 pi^r 100, '1^(0 per 1000 30 to 36 in 12.00 per lOo. lOO.OO per 1000 2£0 of eat'h fil^e at 1000 rates. Hoxin); at cost. RUBBER PLANTS prrown 'rom top cuttings. 12 in. plants, I3.B0 per doz.; 18 in. plants, $5.00 do/..; 20 to 24 in. plants, $7 per do/.. n/\CpO Golden Gate, La France, llride and Ml 1^1 ,^ liridosmaid from 2 in. pots, S3 per "*'*^"-'-' KH); $25 per 1000. JOSEPH HEINL, Jaoksonvllle, III. Ask for our SPRING TRADE LIST Of WOODY and HERBACEOUS PLANTS \Vc^ innlvo iL Specialty of surh HhruttH hs (Methni Aluifolia, CoruuH Kior da. Qordonia LaHianlhus, Ilex Opara, I. Glabra, Myrlca, PyruB Arbutifolia, Vinca. I'tc, etc. riNEnURST NURSERIES. PINEHURST, N. C. otto KatzenBtein, Munogsr, Always mention the American Flo- rist when writing to advertisers. igo2. The American Florist. 443 Roses, Roses. Brides, Maids, 2!^-in., $3 50 per 100. Perles and Golden Gate at 14.00 per 100. Wichuraiana at t3.00 per 100. Have a few hundred Kaiserin and Belle Siebrecht left at »4 00 per 100 This is strong healthy stock, from 2 to 3- «yed cuttings and has been repotted from 2-inch. Speciil prices in Large Lots. Send $1.00 for Samples. J. C. MURRAY, THE FLORIST, P£ORIA, ILLINOIS. NEW CARNATIONS strong from soil Cressbrook. $1.50 per doz., $I(] per 100, $75 per 1000. Fair M:ud, $2.00 per doz., $,0 per ICO, $75 per 1000. CHRYSANTHEMUMS Fini^ strong plants from 3V4-inch pots, ready now. Price per 100: R. Halliday $4.00 Major Bonnaflon;.. 3.C0 Pbiladelphia 5,00 Pennsylvania S.tO Modesto 3.C0 Nagcya 3 TO M. de Montmott.. .. 3.C0 Glorv of the Pacific 3.uO L.dv Harriett e.OO M»ud Dean 4.00 Xeno 3.ro Geo W. Childs 4.00 Intensity 4.00 T.Eaton $4.00 >"ellie Pockett 8.no Lady Roberts 8.C0 Mrs. E. u. Smith... B.CO Golden Beiutv 8.f0 Mrs. Chamberlain . 8.00 Mme. F. Bergmann 3 00 Willowbro k 3.C0 Merry Monarch 3i0 Polly Rose 3.00 G. S Kalb 3.C0 Ivory 3.0P Mrs. .T .Jones S.O* H. A. Parr 3.00 H. WEBER & SONS. Oakland, Md. FANCY OR CTC^MO *i.«o DAGGBR ~Cm>IO PER 1000 PRINCESS PINE, Sc per lb. GALAX, green or bronze, 75c per lOOO. Laurel festooniog, 4c, 5o and 6c per yd. Green or Sphag- num Moss. Send for prices on large orders . Telegraph Office Kew Salem, Mass. CROWL PERN CO.. P. 0. MllIlnstoD, Mass. Ptgase n ^ntion the A mfrican Florist when vrrttins- CARNATIONS Mrs. Frances Joost, Ethel Crocker, Lizzie Mc- Oowan. Mary Wo d, Ho sl^r Maid, Wm. Scott, Crane, etc.. in 2V4- n . ready for fie d. SMILAX. IV, in., extra stock. BOSTON FERNS. 2W. 3, 4 5 6, 7-ln, Write GEO, a. KUHL, Pekin, III. ROOTED GOTTINGS Estelle, S5.00; Lawson, $4.00; Marquis and Elm City, $2.00; Crocker and Lord, $1.00 per 100. Other varieties on application. DAHA K. HEBRON, OLEAN, N. T. PUoie mention the A merican Florist when wriCift^ 4« Fumigation Methods" BY PROr. JOHNSON. . Grower needs this book Price Every Grower needs CI AA AMERICAN FLORIST COMPANY, 324 Dearborn Street, CHICAGO. Cut Adiantum ^ Any Quantity, very fine, $1 00 per 100. Bulbous Flowers in Iarg:est assortment. CUT FLOWERS of all kinds. Helton & Hunkel Co. ',iJk.n.jk.ii.n..it.o«ellow), Apollo (scarlet), $2.00 per doz.; $12.00 per 100. Per 100 Per lOOO Estelle, Best Scarlet $5.00 ... J40.00 Norway, Large White 5.00 ... 45 00 Prosperity, Fancy 6 00 ... 45.00 Queen Louise, White 5.00 ... 45 00 Dorothy, Productive Pink... 5.00 ... 45.00 Morning Glory, Lt. Pink 2.50 ... 20 00 Marquis, Largest Pink 2.50 ... 20.00 Fine stock of rooted cuttings of above and twenty-five other kinds. Get our prices on what you need. GEO. HANCOCK & SON, -GRAND HAVEN, MIOH. Carnation Cuttings Perfectly Healthy. Propagated From Choice Stock. (NOW RtADY. Queen Louise. The Best White Commercial Carnation, $5.00 per Hundred; $40.00 per Thousand. Per 100 Per 1000 PROSPERITY $6.00 MRS. THOS. LAWSON 4.00 GOV. ROOSEVELT 6 00 HOOSIER MAID 4.00 IRENE 4.00 EGYPT 4.00 MARQUIS 8.S0 VICTOR 2.00 150.00 35.00 50.00 20.00 PerlOO Per 1000 GOMEZ 12.00 CROCKER 1.50 I12.B0 GENEVIEVE LORD 1.60 12.50 DAYBREAK 1.50 12.B0 ELDORADO 1.50 12.50 JDBILEE 1.50 12.60 PORTIA 1.50 12.60 J. L. DILLON, Bloomsburgr, Fa. Qarnation Cuttings ^^^ Well rooted, from clean, healthy stock, cool grown. ROOSEVELT Per 100 Per 1000 .4.50 $40.00 PRi^SPERITY 3.50 30.00 NORWAY 360 30.00 LAWSON 3.50 30.00 LORNA 3.B0 30.00 MORNING GLORY 2.50 20.00 CRANE 1.50 12.50 Per ICO Per 1000 EGYPT ; »1.75 J15.00 GEXEVIEVE LORD «i... I.li6 10.00 WHITE CLOUD 1.25 10.00 TRIUMPH 1.25 10.00 MME. CHAPMAN 1.86 0.00 FLORA HILL 1.25 B.OO PERU 1.25 9.00 VIOLETS— ItQperial, Farquhar. Marie Louise. Lady Campbell and Swanley White. Write for priu s on 2-in. pots. WE SOLICIT YOUR ORDERS AND WILL GUARANTEE SATISFACTION, GRAND RAPIDS VIOLET CO., Grand Rapids, Mich. fDF^^RDnnk ^^® ^^'"■"S Pink Carnation vKLOOlllXUUIIi for evervbodv to grow. Baltimore, Feb. 21, 1901, it scored 94 Points, the highest of any seedling. Cressbrook has never shown disease of any kind and is an extra free bloomer. Size of flowers under ordinary culture, 3 to 3>^ inches. Orders will be delivered in rotation on and after Jan. 1, 1902, at the following prices: 12 plants t 1.50 I 2S0 plants $25.00 ?oKnls::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::: \% 5°°p-'^ ".so 100 plants 10.00 I 1000 P'^nts 7S.00 C. WARBURTON, FALL RIVER, MASS. Cressbrook may be seen growing at THE E. G. HILL GO'S., Richmond, Ind., and at WM. NICHOLSON'S. Framlngham, Mass. 3 Weeks Only Per 100 Per ICOO MERMAID, salmon pink $300 $.'5.i'0 CRANE, scarlet 1..50 12.50 EVANSiON, red 1.25 10 00 .JOOsT, pink 125 lO.On H LL, white 125 10 00 ARGYLB, pink 1.2.5 10.03 Per lOO Per 1000 AMERICA, scarlet $l.'.5 CROCKER, pink 1.26 GENEVIEVE LORD, pink I.2B WM. SrOTT, pink 1.25 MARQUIS, lil/ht 1 ink 1.25 WHITE CLOUD, white 1.26 The above are all transplanted Rooted Cuttings. IV1ITTING FLORAL CO., Loomis, CaL Carnation Floriana We believe this to be the best pink carnation introduced to date, i was disseminated in the spring of I90J by originators, Messrs. Fillow & Banks. Price, $6.00 per JOO; $50.00 per JOOO. 50 at )00 rate, 500 at 1000 rate. Less than 50, 8c each. RAII I CnnilTE DOnO Camatlon and Chrysanthsinuin specialists, UAILLtUUULt DnUoi flatbush, Brooklyn, n.y. ftcate mention the American Florist when Tvrillitr. igo2. The American Florist. 447 ROSES ! ROSES ! We are headquarters for Roses. Our sales this year of rose plants will be upwards of 3,000,000, an easy amount to say, but not so easy to handle, get ready for sale and pack for ship- ment. We sell each year, more roses than any three firms in the world. Patrons who buy our roses, become permanent customers, for they grow and bloom. If you have never tried our stock, you had better begin now. Roses from 2 inch pots, your selection of varieties for 50 ceits per dozen; $!.5D per 100: and $22.50 per 1000. You can select 25 at tiundred rates, or 250 at thousand rates. Our selection of varieties, $2.25 per 100, or $20 00 pdr 1000. Augustine nulem America Alioe Si.siey Andre Schwartz Autome Verdier Anna OlU.'ier Agrii'pina Arch Duke Charles Beauty of S;aple(ord Bon SUeue Baltimore Belle Barbou Job Bridesmaid Bougere Christine de Koue Crown Princess Victoria Cloth Id -Sou ert Catherine Mermet Cornelia I'ooic Crimson Rambler Celine Forestier Claire Carnot Caroline Marniesse Cl.-tb of Gold Coquette de Lyon Coiutesse Riiadu Pare Climbing Meteor Mtlmaison " Wootton Bridesmaid " Mane Guillot Paul Neyron Duchess de Brabant Duchess of Edinb . rgh Dr. Grill Devoniensis Douglas Enfaut de Lyon Empress of China Empress Eugenie Francis Dubreuil General Tanas Golden Chain Gold o' Ophlr Gardeoia >» Golden Gate Gross an Teplitz Helene Henry j\r Stanley Isabella Sprunt .T. B. Varrone .Jersey Baau'y James Sjfunt Jules Finger La PriDce s Vera La Syliihide Louis Phillipe Louis Ri -hard Lamarque Mme. d« Vatry Mme. Hoste Mme. bli Lambert Mme. Welche Mme n. Defresne Mme. J. S hwartz Mme. P. Kruger Mme. Lambard Mme. Margottin Mme. C. Kuster Mme. de St. Joseph M nthly Cabbage Mary Washington Meteor Mo.ella Mai de Expo 'n Brussels Mme. Alfred de Rougem't Hybrid iir^i _u.;3 fl.Triumphe des Beaux Arts J La Reine "" ~ -- . .. Dinsraore Marchioness of Lome _ Mme. Alfred de Rougem't Hybrid Magna Cbarta «_Ji._tirj ~^Paul Keyron »_i GENERAL COLLECTION OF PLANTS. Order Now bifora tviiyUilnB It sold. All planU flam 2 1-2-Inch poU, unlatt etharwiM notad. 'All Fine Slack. Per Doz. Aloysia Cit-iodora (Lemon Verbena) 30 AcalypbiSanderi 50 Aspa'ragus Sprengeri, fine 50 Asparagus Piumosus, extra fine -50 Arauc*ria Escelsa, 4 tiers, 16 in. high,. ..each 75c Araucaria Escelsa, 5 li rs, 20 in. high, each $1.00 $9.00 Azalea Mollis, 15 to 25 buds 2 50 Ampelopsis Veit'hi. 2i4-inch pots 50 Ampelopsia Ve t-.hi, Bald grown, 5 feet 1.60 Abutilons, 10 best sorts 40 Abutil'tn Souv. de Bonne 50 Ageratum, Princess Pauline, Stella Gurney and WhiteCap 35 Alyssum, Giant flowered, double 30 Aoh Ilea The Pearl 40 Apios uberosa 30 Anemone Whirlwind 40 Anemone Queeu Ciarlotte, new pink 60 Amaryllis Formosi«sima 75 Begoi.ias, flowering, 10 sorts 40 Bouga Qviliea Qiganiea, new extra 50 Box, Ornamental, evergreen for borders 30 Crotona 60 Clematis, large flo Bering, 2-year 3.50 Camellia Japonica, fine plants, 18 in. to 2 feet 6.00 CallaRlchardia, Spotted Calla 40 C^ pe us, Umbrella Plant 30 Cyclamen Persicum Giganteum 50 Coleus, b St sorts 30 Caladium Esculentum, 3 inches in diameter 50 Ca'adium Esculentum, 4 to 5 inches in diameter.. 1.00 Cannas, started, Austria 30 Alphonse Bouvier 50 Alsace 40 bu'bank 40 Chas. Henderson 40 Egandale 50 Florence Vaughan 50 Itulia 30 Bronze Beauty 30 Mile. Berat 50 Paul JiArquant 30 Cupbea Llavae Tricolor 40 Cooperia Drummondil 25 Cactus, Queen of Night 40 Cinnamon Vine 3J Crinum, Milk and Wine Lily, fine bulbs 1.50 Crinum, Milk and Wire LUy, extra large 2..50 Dracana Indivisa 30 Daisies, Marguerite, white, yellow and blue 40 Eulalia Gracillima 40 Ficus E'astica, I:i to 15 inches 4.00 Ficus blastica, 18 inches 5.00 Ferns, Boston, fine plants 40 '' " in lots of 5,000 or over. . . Pteris Tremula 50 Pteris Wimsetti. fine for dishes 40 Feverfew, Little Gem 30 Fuchsias, leading sorts 50 Per 100 Per 1000 $ 2.0O $18 00 3.10 2.50 300 60.00 70 00 16.00 3.0O 11.00 2.00 3.00 2 50 2.00 2 50 2.00 2.10 3 CO 5.00 2.60 2.60 2.0O 4.00 25.00 45.C0 3.0U 3.00 300 2.00 3 00 6.00 2.00 3.00 3.00 3.00 3.00 4 00 3.S0 2.0O 2.00 3.00 2.00 2.50 1.50 2.50 2.00 10.00 16.U0 2.50 3.00 2.50 ■25.00 30.00 2.50 4.00 3.00 2.0J 3.00 20.i"0 25.00 18.0D 25.00 20.00 15.00 20.00 18 CO 25.00 20.00 20.00 15.00 20.00 25.00 15.00 25 00 25 CO 25.00 SO.OO 15.00 Ib.OO 25.00 15.00 20.00 25.C0 22.50 20,0 J 15.00 Per Doz. Genista Canariensis $ .60 GeraniumH, leauiag Eorts 50 Apple Scented 50 Pelargoniums, or Lady Mary Washington, 12 bes kinds... 1.00 Qrevillea Robusta 30 Gladioli, b^st mixture Hibiscus, 10 best sorts 40 Peachblow £0 Heliotrope, 6 best sorts 40 Hydrangea Otaksa EO Impatiens Sultani 30 Hmey suckles 40 Hova C rnosa, 3-incb pots 75 H lianthus. Hardy Sunflower 40 Jasmines, 6 beat kinds 50 Lilies, hardy, best kinds 1.(0 Lantanas, 10 best bloomers 40 Lemon P>ndrrosa. a grand plant, 2H-lQch pots.. .60 3-inoh pots, 12 inches high 1.2i 4-inoh pots, strong 1.60 5- inch lOts, strong, 20 inches high 2.0 J 8 inch pots, extra strong, 2)4 to 3 feet high 6.00 Linnm Trigynum 30 Madeira Vine Tubers 25 Maherniaor Hjney Bells 30 Matrimony Vine 50 Orangi-, Otaheite 60 Oringe, Otaheite, strong plants I.OO Oleanders. 2 sorts, oink and yellow FO Pasonias. be>*t assortment 1.50 Pinks. Hardy Scotch, best sorts 40 Primula forb-si, Baby Primrose 40 Privet, California, 2to2s4 feet 50 Plumbagos Lad y Larpent, hardy blue 40 Sanguinea, deep oink 50 Capensis Alba, white 50 Palms, young plants for growing on, 2V4-in. pots Livistona Sinensis, dwarf Jap. palm 40 Phcenix Canariensis 40 PhoeLix Recliiiata 50 Seaf orthia Elegans, 8 to 10 inches 60 Cbamsrops Es -elsa 40 Washingtonia Filifera 40 T atanla Borbonica 40 Rudbeekia Golden Glow 40 Ru.seiias, two new sr^rts 40 Swainionia, pink and white 40 Smilax 30 Spirasa Anthony Waterer, 2vi-inch 40 Spiraea Anhony Waterer, Held grown 60 Salvias, all colors 40 Sansevif-ra 7eylanica 40 Stephanotis Floribunda 40 Vinca Mainr Variega' a 40 Tri'oma. New Everbloomlng 75 Vinca Major Variegata. 3-incli, strong 1.01 Violets, double best sorts 50 Hardy Russian 40 Per ICO Per 1000 $ 3.60 3.00 390 7.0* 2.00 1.25 3.00 4.«0 2.00 3.00 2.50 3.U« 6.00 2.50 3.00 7.C0 3.00 5.00 8.00 11. JO 15.00 40.0'1 2.00 l.fO 2.00 3.00 3.00 8 00 3.50 10.00 3.00 2.i0 3.50 2.50 300 3.00 2.50 2. CO 3.00 400 2.S0 250 2.50 3.00 2.F0 2.50 2.00 2 60 4.10 3.50 2 50 2.50 2 50 6.00 6.50 3.. 0 2.E0 $65.00 I5.O0 10.00 25.00 35.0') 18.00 25.03 20.00 25.00 25.00 40.00 25.00 20.00 20 00 20.00 20.00 20.00 15.10 20.' 0 3S.0O 20.00 20 00 20.00 20.00 20.00 Our new trade list for April and Maj is no* ready. Write for it. THE GOOD & REESE CO., Springfield, 0. The Largttl Rose Grower* In the Worlil. 448 The American Florist. April 12, Buffalo. BAD WEATHBE CUTS INTO FLOWBR BUSI- NESS BUT EYBRYONE SEEMS SATISFIED. — VARIOUS NOTES. Friday and Saturday before Easter were disagreeable days, but the aggre- gate of Easter sales seems to have satis- fied everyone in the trade. The supply of stock was equal to the demand, unless it was on violets and Meteor roses. Lily plants were plentiful, despite the early cry of scarcity, and with few exceptions the old prices prevailed. Pans of hya- dntht, tulips and daffodils sold well and more expensive plants moved as briskly as could be expected, all except Rambler roses, which were not as salable as last year, nor as good in quality. The stores all made handsome window displays, Palmer, Anderson, Adams, the Rebstocks and Zimmerman making nice showings of plants and cut flowers. At the green- houses things looked equally vrell and good business was reported. The market men also had a big trade and Kasting says receipts were pretty well cleaned up. Chas. H. KeitBch, at his new store, reports good business. C. F. Christensen has been ill, but is now improving. J. B. Weise has been in Philadelphia on a business trip. Palmer was out with his automobile delivery again. W. A. Kewanee, 111. PROGRESSIVE FIRM PLANS EXTENSION OF ITS BUSINESS.— A NEW RANGE. Hamilton & Plummer have enjoyed a very prosperous season and are facing a Spring trade which promises to overtax their facilities. The result is that they have decided to practically double their equipment during the approaching sum- mer. They have secured five acres of land just outside the city and here will erect a range of four large modern houses, with heating plant and accessory build- ings. Here they will grow roses and a portion of the stock of miscellaneous plants. The old place in town will be devoted to carnations, palms and bed- ding stock and will be selling headquar- ters, with C. M. Hamilton doing the growing. F. W. Plummer will be in charge of the new range. It is proposed to largely extend the business, not only locally but by means of a wholesale trade in plants and rooted cuttings, and per- haps by forcing vegetables for local con- sumption. VioletPlants LADY CAMPBELL, sand rooted cuttings, »8 per 1000 LADY CAMPBELL plants from 2-in. pots, 3S per ICOO SWANLEY WHITE plants frc.in2-ln. pots, 30 per lOOO Write us (nr prices on Carnation Cuttings. Wire Work. We can dieoount any list you ever saw. Write ub. KENNICOTT BROS. CO. Wholesale CommUelon Florists and Dealers in all Florists' Supplies. 42-44 Randolph St. CHICAGO. Rose Plants for Sale GOOD CLEAN STOCK, WELL ESTABLISHED. Bridos, Bridesmaids, M.t.ors and Golden Gates, 2-in. rose pots, $30 per 1000; 3-in. rose pots, |4S per 1000; 4-in. rose pots, |60 per 1000. Chrysanthemum Rooted Cuttings. TIMOTHY EATON, $3 per lOO. The following varieties at $1.50 per 100. White, early, Fitzwygram, Kuno, W^ite Glory of the Pacific. White, midseason, Ivory, Snow Queen, Evangeline, Mrs. H. Robinson. White, late. Mrs. Jerome Jones. Pink, late, Mrs. Murdock. Red, Malcolm Lamond, Intensity. Bronze, Oakland. Greenhouses, HINSDALE, ILL. BASSETT & WASHBURN, Yellow, early, Yellow Fit/wygram, Maripn Henderson. Yellow, midseasoD. BonnalToD, Mrs. O. P. nassett. Yellow, late, Y'ellow Jerome Jones. Pink, early. Dp Montmort, J. K. Shaw, G.ory of the Paciflo. Pink, midseason, Xeno, Viviand-Morel, Pink Ivory. Store, 76 Wabash Ave., CHICAGO. New Chrysanthemum "CREMO >» FIRST-CLASS CERTIFICATE FROM C. S. A. The best early yellow Chrysinthemum to date; comes in with Glory of Pacific, from which it is a sport. A beautiful soft shade of yellow, the color being much more distinct than is usual with sports. It just fills a vacancy in yellow at that season. : PRICES FROM 2X-INCH POTS. 35c each; $3.00 per dozen; $20.00 per 100. wmvvm & SONS, Hudson Heights, l\i. J. ROSES Brides and Bridesmaids, 2^-iD. potsat$!5 per IOlO. Good clean stocK and welt rooted. C. S. Fcote, Downers Grove, III. CARNATIONS Rooted Cuttings of all the new 1902 and best standard varieties. Send for price list. WILLIAM SWAYNE. BOX 226. KENNETT SQUARE, PA. GERANIUM DRYDEN The finest bedder; silver medal at BufTalo last year. JG.OJ per ICO, 2»^-iDch pots; $3.C0 per ICO, rooted cuttings. Cash plnase. Henry Eichholz, Waynesboro, Pa. BOBBINK & ATKINS, Plant and Bulb Merchants, RITHERFORD, N. J. The American Florist Company's DIRECTORY oontains the nameg and addretses of the Floriiti, NurBerymen and Seedamen of the United Statei and Canada. PRICE. S2.00. We have ready for Immediate delivery strong, thoroughly estab- lished plants from 2 1-4 and 2 1-2 inch pots, according to vigor of variety, in the following kinds: Mme.Buchner, Countess d'Har- court, Rene Bazin, Mme. Rozain, Eulalia, $3.50 per 100. Beaute Poitevine, Mme. Lau- dry, Richelieu, Mme. Chas. Molin, Mme Barney, Comtesse de Castris, S. A. Nutt, Marvel, Mme. Ph. Labrie, Mme. Desbordes, Valmore, Marie Fournier, $4.00 per 100. Alphonse Riccard, John Doyle, $4.50 per 100. Jean Viaud, Mme. Charrotte, $5.00 per 100. Pasteur, $8.00 per 100. Le Soliel, $10.00 per 100. THE COTTAGE GARDENS, QUEENS. L. I. A. W. SMITH'S MOON VINES, IROMOEA NOCTIFL.ORA, Now ready. Karli<'st moou vino grown, (lowers ruro white, look like wax and large as a saucer. have H full supply of those vinos, which arc ever in groat demand ' L'V4-in. pots, ifT) 00; 4-ln. pots ready May 1, from *H.0O to $IO,C0 pur 100. OODFKUY A!SCHftIA.NN, 1013 ONTARIO HT. PHILADBLPHIA- igo2. The American Florist. 449 The New White That is Hard to Beat. Roo d $1.00 lor samples of varieties you want aod write GEO. A. KUHL, Pekin, III. V^ -«.---».-- Brides, Maids and Golden ICO^tTM Q^i^^- 3M inch stock in fine ■•'^"'^^^*^ condition. $2.25 per 100; 118 per 1000. Ready for delivery. West View Floral Co., Knlghtstown, Ind. CARNATION CUTTINGS All the new and standard varieties, free from rust and all other diseases. Our stock is in fine shape and all cuttings are well rooted when sent out. Per 100 Per 1003 HiaiNBOTHAM $12.00 $100.t.0 MRS POTTBR PALMER 12.00 lOO.OO PROSPBRirV ■ 4.00 30.00 NORWAY 500 40.00 IRENE 3.00 35.00 LAWSON 300 25.00 BON HOMMB RICHARD 3 00 25 00 HOOSIBRMAID 3.00 25.00 CRANE 1.25 10.00 THE MARQUIS 1.25 lO.CO QENEVIBVE LORD 1.25 10 00 ARQYLB 1.00 760 GUARDIAN ANQBL 1.25 10.00 PRANCB5 JOOST IV IZ^'l S CBRISBQUEEN i.oo 7 50 TRIUMPH 1.25 10.00 FLORA HILL 1.35 10.00 WHITE CLOUD i.oo 8.00 PERU i.co 7.50 AMERICA 1.25 10.00 MRS. L. INE 1.50 12.50 MRS. BRADT 1,75 15.00 ARMAZINDV 1.25 looo EVANSTON IM 7:50 ESTELLE 6.00 40 00 iiosE> i*i^A.ivars. 2V4-in. pots. Per 100 Per 1000 METEOR $300 $25.00 PERLE ^aoo 25.00 2i4-in. pots. aOLDEN QATB. LIBERTY Per 100 Per 1000 ....$3.00 $26.00 ....12.00 100.00 BOOTED ROSE CUTTINGS. Per 100 Per KOO UOLDEN QATB $1.60 $12.50 PERLE $1.50 $12.50 All Plants and Rooted Cuttings sold under express conditions that if not satisfactory when received they are to be returned immedi- ately, when money will be refunded. "Write for prJLoes ori l^x-gre qvi.An.t:lt:les. PeterRdnber§,51WabashAve.,Cliicago M Higinbolham The Great Light Pink ot the future; another fine batch ready to ship. $1'! per 100; $100.00 per 1000. Only a few more left ot the grand scarlet. Mrs. Potter PALMER. $12.00 per 100; SIOO.OO per 1000. CHICAGO CARNATION CO., JOLIET, ILL. CHICOT. The new free blooming White. Striped at times simili.ir to Armazindy. It is a fine thing as a Commercial Carnation; $6 per 100; $50 per ICOO. We Also Have stock of the following varieties which is bound to please you. Per 100 Per lOOO PROSPERITY, from soil $4.00 NORWAY, white from soil 5.00 G. H CRANE, scarlet, from soil 1.50 ROOSEVELT crimson 5.0O NYDIA, free variegated 2 00 GEN. GOMEZ, rnmson 2 00 GDARDUN ANGEL, pink 2.00 CROCKER, pinlj 2,00 AVONDALE, pink 2.00 IRENE 2 00 $30.00 40.00 12.50 40.00 15.00 15 00 15.00 15.00 15.00 18.00 Ptease mention the American Florist wken mritine pOOTEP CUTTINGS PROSPERITY.... IRENE MRS. LAWSON.. MARQUIS G. H.CRANE FLORA HILL.... Per 100 Per 1000 .$1.00 $30.00 3.00 ... 3.00 ... 1.25 ... 1.25 ... 1.25 25.00 25 00 10.00 10.00 10.00 Per 100 Per lOOO MRS. JOOST $1.00 $6.00 WHITECLOUD 1.25 10.00 WM. SCOTT 1,00 6.00 ETHEL CROCKER 1.25 10.00 GUARDIAN ANGEL 1.25 10.00 AMERICA 1.25 10.00 *iO{SB> 3F»IvA.I*5:^» from 2%-in. pots. METEOR PERLE BRIDE Per 100 Per 1000 .$3 00 $;5.00 3.00 25.00 3.00 25.00 BRIDESMAID.... GOLDEN GATE.. KAISERIN Per 100 Per 1000 ....$3.00 $25 00 .... 3.00 25.00 3.00 25.00 The above named stock Is clean, well rooted and free from disease GEO. REjNBERQ, 'VX'Nr CHICAGO. Heaic mention the A merican Florist when writing. • ■» 450 The American Florist. April 12, Worcester, Miss. PLANT SALES VERY HBAVY. — LILIES GREATLY IN THE LEAD AND NOT WANTED COT. — A FINE DECORATION. Although we had the usual rainy Saturday before Easter, trade on the whole was considerably better than last year. The demand for lilies was greater than ever before and was almost exclu- sively for plants in pots. Many thousand more could be handled, but several had inferior lilies left over. Azaleas were next in demand and plenty of good plants were available; the lighter colors were most popular. Ramblers were in good supply and sold well and the same can be said of cyclamens. Acacia pubescens was to be had in limited quantity and moved quickly. In cut flowers stock was plentiful but cleaned up well, although sales were rather slow in start- ing. Violets and valley were used almost exclusively for street wear and large quantities were disposed of. Lange had the Roy-Sparrell wedding, March 31, the largest of the Easter wed- dings. The church decorations were entirely of lilies and palms, and pink and white roses were used exclu- sively at the residence. H. F. A. Lange has returned after two months' hunting in North Carohna. A. H. L. Alliance, O. BUSINESS GOOD, BOTH AT EASTER AND SINCE.— LILIES SHOWED DISEASE. ly. L. Lambom reports Easter trade better than in any previous year, both in his store at Canton and in Alliance. Everything sold well. Roses, carnations and bulbous stock were his principal cut flowers. In plants, lilies, azaleas, ciner- arias, tulips, dafiodils, hyacinths in pots and pans all sold well. Azaleas brought from $2 to $2.50. He had the same trouble with lilies that everybody experi- enced all over the country. Those that were good averaged eight to eleven flow- ers on a "7 to 9" bulb. He had a fine rose crop for Easter, the credit being due to the grower, Harry T. Miller. Mr. Lambom has a plant of 30,000 feet of glass to which he intends building two additional houses each 100 feet long this summer. Mr. Weaver, o f Massilon, reports a very good Easter. He sold out of everything in the line of cut flowers and plants, real- izing very good prices. Trade has kept up very good in funeral work since Easter. Lerot. Ivory or While Golden Qate. Guaranteed TRUE STOCK Strong plants out of 2-in. pots. $6 00 PER 100. 27 50 PER 500. 50 00 PER 1000. W. A. Hammond 107 L Broad St., Richmond, Va. THE GRANDEST NEW FORCING ROSE Souvenir de Pierre Nolting The Best, The Finest, The IVIost Tree Blooming BY THE RAISERS of all Forcing ROSES, color deep yellow; will be distributed for the first time April, J 902 SOUPERT & NOTTING, ROSE GROWERS. i:yU:s::^A(iBOu:RO, (E;*ijroi>e). Net price, $80.00 per 100; $1.00 each. Write for lithographs. Cf!H?HI»!?l!!fHIHn?nHlfIff?lflH!!flHHMHfIMH!!!!T!MffHf!?tf!f!flf!flHHHMf!M?WTTT»nfT5 I TbuSmsalional New Rose for 1902, I MRS. OLIVER AMES. For description, prices, etc., see Trade List. Henry A. Trask, Editor of "North American," says in a letter dated Feb. 19th, 190J. The box of roses arrl^'Cd safely last Saturday afternoon. Please accept my thanks. To my 3 t mind they are the realization of the ideal. "Yours very truly, H. A. TRISK. Editor. 3 E S 100.00 IS OFFERED IN PRIZES lor Cut Flowers of Ihrs Rose at Madison Squara 3 C Show next fall. 2 ^ PUDYCAUTUFUIIIIC some new European varieties of sterling merit, the stock of which 5 ^ Unn I unal8. Crimson Raiibler» and Field UrOWn, Mosses No. 1, $8; No. IVi, $6; ROSES GOOD CONDITION OUARANTEED. No. 2, $3.50. WRITE FOR PRICE LIST. W. F. HEIKES, Managar. 3019 NORTH BROAD afAY, ST. LOUIS, MO. Boston Ferns Fine, strong, young plants, $3.00 per JOO; $27.50 per JOOO. Edwin Lonsdale, ^rsTnTH..,. ra. Gen. Grant, La Kavorlt^i, S. A. Nult E. O. Hill and Friincos Perkins, ■i-inch. In bud and bloom. J15.00 pe' 100; $10.rO per 10 0. FUCHSUS. double and single, 4-ln.. $5 per 100. HELIOTROPE. 4-inch, $5.00 per IIO. PANSIES, thci verv best strain, 50o per 100 by mail; »'<.ni' prr lOOii by express. MAMMOTH VERBENAS, "i^.- ner vn l,v mall- |4 60 per 1000 by .'M.rrss WHITTON A SONS, Catalogue Illustrations. We lell Electroi of the fine llltntra- tloni used In the Ambucah Plosiit at IS ctt. per iquare Inch. Send Ptease mrnl-on tnr w mrrtcan Florist wnen wttting. Alternantheras : rr "' strong routed ru'tlngs, 60o tn per 100. or III4.00 per lOOO. ' DAVI8 BROS . MORRISON. ILL. PUoit mention the American Florist when writing. THE AMERICAN FLORIST CO. fgo2. The American Florist. 451 Dreer's Offer of Hardy Vines and Climbers. {plemalit/ianzculai^ ^* AMPELOPSIS VEITCHII. ,„^ Per doz. Per 100 Strong 3-year old plants $1.28 $10.01) Extra select, 2- year old plants. ... 1.50 13 00 ARISTOLOOHIA SIPHO. StroDff long vines, oxlra heavy, per doz. .....$3.00 CLEMATIS PANICULATA. Per doz. Per 100. Per 1000 Strong one year old $.75 $6 00 $i0.00 •• two " 1.00 SCO 70.00 " three " 3.00 15.03 CLEMATIS LARGE FLOWERED VARIETIES. strong two-year old plants of the following popular sorts. Boskoop Seedling, Duchess of Edinburgh, Fairy Queen, Gypsy Queen, Henryi, Jackmabi, M. Koster, Mme Baron VeiUard, Mme Van Houtte, Miss Biteman, Standishl, The Gem and The President, $3.00 per doz.; $35.00 per 100. HARDY ENGLISH IVIES. An extra One lot of bushy plants in 4 in. pots, 3 ft. high, 3 to5shoot8,$l 35 per dozen; (10 per 100. CLIMBING HYDRANGEA. SCHIZOPHRAGMA HYDRANGEOIDES— A limited lot of extra strong plants established in tubs, 3 to 4 feet high, which will produce an immediate effect, 11.50 each. WISTARIA SINENSIS. strong 3-ycar old plants. Blue, $3.00 per dozen; White, $3.50 per dozen. A Few Leaders in HARDY PERENNIALS. For the most complete list and largest stock otfered in this country, see our current Trade List. With few exceptions all the varieties offered below are suitable for cut-flower purposes. Per doz Per 100 Anemone Japonica 3!^-inch pots, .75 $5.00 AlbaSH " " Lady Ardilaun 2J< '* " " Whirlwind 2)4 " " Queen Charlotte 21i " " Asters, Hardy, 10 choice varieties, strong divisions 1.00 BoTtonia Asteroides, strong plants.. Boltonia Latisquama, *' " .. .75 5.00 ■75 5.00 .75 500 .75 6.00 .Ot) 8.00 .75 6.00 .75 6.00 Per doz. Per 100 Caryopteris Mastacanthus, 3-inpots .75 6.00 Chrysanthemum Hardy Pompon 3;^- incb pots 50 3.0O Chrysantnemum Maximum Triumph, S-inch pots 75 6.C0 Chrysanthemum Maximum Piliformis, 3-inch pots 75 6.00 Clematis Daviiiana, strong 1-year-old clumps 75 6.C0 Clematis Recta, 2-year old plants 1.0 13.00 Coreopsis Lanceolata GraLditlora stroi g 3-inch pots 60 4 OO Coreopsis Lanceolata GrandiHora large clumps 75 6.O0 Dictamnus Fraxinella, strong plants l.OO 8.00 Alba " ■■ 1.S5 10.00 Dielytra Spectabilis " roots .75 fi 00 Euphorbia Corollata 60 4.00 Gaillardia Grandiflora, strong 3-in. pots .75 6.00 4 '■ 1.00 8.00 Gypsophila Paniculata, strong 1-yr-old .75 6.0O Helenium Autumnale Superba strong divisions 1.00 8.00 Helenium Grandicephalum Striatum strong divisions 75 6.00 Helenium Hoopesi, strong divisions. .. 1.00 8.00 " Pumilum 3-in. pots 1.00 8.C0 Helianthus Multiflorus Hore pleno, 2M-inoh pots 75 8.00 Helianthus Multiflorus Maximus, 2L4'-inch pots 75 6.00 HeliopsisPitcherianus, strong divisions .75 6.00 Soaber Major " " .75 6 00 Heuchera Sanguinea, 3-inch pots 1.00 8.00 Iris Ksmpferl, 25 choice named vars. 1.35 10.00 " Germanica 10 " " " .75 6.00 Physostegia Virginica 3-in, pots .75 6.00 Alba " '• .75 f.OO Pyrethrum Dliginosum, strong plants 1.00 8.C0 Primula Veris Superba " •' 1.35 10.00 Rudbeckia Golden Glow strong division .50 4.00 Kewmani " " .75 6 00 " Purpurea " plants 1.00 8.00 " Subtomentosa " " .75 6 OO " Triloba. 3-inch pots 75 6 00 Salvia Azurea Grandillora, strong plants 1.00 8.00 Soabiosa Caucasica strong plants l.OO 8.03 Alba " "135 10.00 Stokesia Cyanea " " 1.33 10.00 Tritoma Pfitzeri " " 1 00 8.00 Veronica liongifolia Subsessills ZM- inch pots 75 6.00 HENRY A. DREER, 714 Chestnut St., Philadelphia, Pa. FOR EARLY PLANTING SPLENDID STOCK • aVilnch Bridesmaids, $5.00 per 100; $45.00 per 1,000. Rooted Cattings, Brides and Bridesmaids $1.50 per 100. Cash please. ALBERT F. AMLING, Maywood, III. GLOIRE DE LORRAINE, BEGONIfl 2^-lnch pots, $15.00 per 100. Write for prices on large lots. Stock guaranteed absolutely free from disease, THOMAS ROLAND, Naiiant, Mass. Please mgntion the American Florist when writing. 500,000 VERBENAS. 60 finest named varieties, including our NEW MAMMOTH WHITE, "MRS. McKINLEY." The finest white verbena CTOwn ; perfectly healthy; free from disease. Rooted cuttings, 6Uc per 100; $5 00 per 1000. Plants, $2.50 per 100; $30.t0 per 1000. Our list is the choice of millions of seedlings. Send for circular. J. L. DILLON. BlOOMSBURG. PA. ■^ £^ ^-\ M^ funda and .laponica at 3. ,50 AZALFA MOLLIS, fine tor Enster 3..0O TUBEROUS ROOTED BEGONIAS, single, separate colors . 3.00 TUBEROUS ROOTED BEGONIAS, double, separate colors 6 01 GLOXINIAS 4.C0 ilStorrs& Harrison Co. PAINESVILLE, OHIO. With Leaves On... JAPANESE FERN BALLS. We have an immense stock of Fern Balls, well furnished with leaves, at $5.00 per dozen. Culls from $3.00 per dozen, up. The Geo. Wittbold Co., Chicago, III. FERNS & ICC, 090 (Choicest Ferns, strong, in fliits, at |i-; $10 per 1000 hv express, in ten sorts; sample 100 mailed for $1.2). Safe arrival guaranteed Have sent every year, for several >cars, to California. Canada and" all other states in perteot condition. PUnis nil a 2^4- inch pot at once, Adiantum Pubescens. Pteris, Nephrodium, Lomariii, I.ygo- dium Polvstichuin, Anemia, et*,.. etc. Alsobaroe sorts iu 2V4-ini-,h pots, 11; to shift on. $:) per ICO; $>5perlt00. Boston Fern, strong 2V4-inch, $3 per IOC; $25 per 1000. Nephrolepis Philippensis, 214-id, $3 per UO Clematis Paniculata, seedUngs, 100 mailed $1; $5 per 1000 by express. JOHN H. LEY, Good Hope, Washington. P. C. TO MAKE ROOM I OFFER 150 Kentia Belmoreana, 2M-in $5.00 per 100 400 " " 3-in lOOOperlOO 200 " " 4-ln., 2J size 15 00 per ICO 100 l.atanla Borbonica. 3-in 5(0 per KO ton Pandanus Utilis, 2i.i-ln 4.00 |«T 100 75 ■ •■ 8in 8,00 per 100 400 Sclaglnella Emmellana, 2"^-in 3.00 per 10) All healthy stock. Cash wiili order. JOSEPH E. BONSALL, SALEM, OHIO. Ptease mention the A merican Florist when it/riting. Cyclamen Giganteum Extra strong July Seedlings in separate colors: 2!^-inch pots, $4 00 per 100 ^ inch pots, 8.00 per 100 4-inch pots, 12.00 per 100 LEHNIG & WINNEFELD. HACKCNSACK. N J. ^ VIOLET Plants .%CU0 Miiri*' l.nuisf. Kood hciilthv ^^ock, prh-e $l.;i:) pt-r 103; $10.00 p4-inoh pots .60 ASPARAGUS PLUMOSUS NANUS. Fine bushy stock in large quantity. Do/., 100 ICOO 6-inoh pots $4 CO $30,00 4-Inch pots 20O 15 00 3-ine,h pots lOJ 8.00 $70.00 2S4-inch pots 60 5.0O 4J,00 ARAUCARIA EXCELSA. A Big Birgain. 5-inih pots, 18 to 20 inches high, 4 to 6 whorls, eaih.75c; dozen, $9.00 FICUS ELASTICA (Rubber Plant). 7-inch pots, 3t5 inches high, very fine st?ck, $9.00 per dozen. PHCENIX CANARIENSIS. Fine bushy plants, 8-inch pots, 36 inches high, each, J3 50; dozen, J24 00. 84-86 RANDOLPH ST.. CHICAGO. 14 BARCLAY ST., NEW YORK. IMPATIENS THE QUEEN This variety we now offer for the first time, it being far ahead of any cheap bloom- ing house plant that w^e know of. A grand plant for out-of-town florists. Flowers Wi to JVi inches in diameter, color a delicate satiny pink with bright car- mine eye, center of petals faintly tinged with white, wonderfully profuse and of the easiest culture Price, 2'inch pot plants, $1.50 per doz.; $10 00 per 100. CENTRAL MICHIGAN NURSERY, Kalamazoo Mich. CIANT SWEET ALYSSUM $1 per 100; $8 per ICOO. ASTERS, \ iok's best, separate col- ors, great big strong plants from Boil, 60c per 100; $5.00 per IOjO. CANDYTUFT. from soil, 50c per UO; $4 CO per lOOJ. Express paid, C- Humfeld, Clay Center, Kas. Whit You want and where to Get it. BRIDE and BRIDESMAID ROSES, 2H-in. pots, ex- tra fine, r ady tor 3-in., $3.25 per 100; $30 per lOCO. Dbl Grant,' S. A Nutt, Murkland and dbl. deep pick Gerariums. 3 in. pots, $\00 per 100. AGERATUM, German Ivy. Golden Bedder and assorted ijoleus. 9-in. pots, $1.50 per 10 '. ALTERNANTHERA, 2 varieties, (red and yellow), 2-in. pots, .f l.fO per 100. VINCA VARIEGATA, 2-in., %IM oer 10". Rooted cuttines, ALTERNANTHERA. 55c per 100; $5 per lOrO. Golden Bedder, Verschaffeltil, Coleus, 6Cc per 100. Asserted Coleus, 5-)C pEr ICO. Case with Order. R. I. HART. HACKETTSTOWN, N. J. Burbank, Henderson, Mme. Crozy, F, Vaughan, P. M. r- quant, L. E. Bally, A. Bouvier, J. C. Vaughan, E^andale, Souv. de Antoine Crozy, in variety, started, $2 50 per 100. ALTERNAflTnERAS ci, 6o'c,°poltp4id: Pot plants, red. yellow, pink, $2 00 per 100. BOSTON FERN l-1n;r$i,fo: ^-'■""'- ''■- Begoolas. flowering, in variety. 2H-in,, 2^0. RaigellaMultlfloraand Bleeantlsslms 3>4-in.4c. VInca Malor, strong, fine runners, 2-in., 3c. Cash. A. J. BALDWIN, NEWARK, OHIO. CANNAS Dahlias Mrs. Winters THE WORLD'S BEST WHITE DAHLIA. Novelties acd Stand- ardvarieties. ISvrs*. experience and have failed of no prize competed for. See my catalogue before placing your order. Also fine field-grown Hollyhocks at $2.50 per lOi. Cannas, Paeonias and Hardy Plants. Cheap mix- tures are dear; get the best. W. W. WILMORE, The Dahlia Specialist, BOX 382. DENVER. COLO. 100,000 Pansies. The Jennings' Strain, extra fine plants, all transplanted, many are fringed and curled, strong plants, $4.00 per 10(K), express; 75c per luO mail. Large plants. $1.00 per 100. Fine cold frame plants in bud and bloom, now ready. $1.50 per 100; $7.E0 per 500; $15 00 per ICOO, by exprt'ss only. Stock the finest. Grown in cool houses. Cash, E. B. JENNINGS^ Lock Box 264. Southport, Conn. Grower of the Finest Pansies. GHRYSftNTHEMUMS are our SPECIALTY. We also Oder a complete list of Carnations, Cannas, Pelargoniums, Etc. Send for Catalog^ae. Nathan Smith & Son. Adrain, Mich Violets My Specially Good stroDg rooted runners of Princess of \V;i!es and La France at $3 per 10 jO; $15 per 10,f 00; do*v ready. Also Trpe Violets in 2i4-in. pots and 8 ta 12 inches high, ready May 1st, at 85 per ICO. Orders booked now. Cash witli order. FD.BOULON.SEA CLIFF. L.I. JOSEPH HEACOCK, Wyncote, Pa., Grower of Palms and Am. Beauty Roses. 100,000 GIANT PANSIES Best strain, strong plants, all trunsplanted and grown cool, 50c per 100; $4.00 per lOLO. Express prepaid. ASTERS, HohenzoUern, pure white, delicate rose and red (Roenoer's), last year novelty, grandest aster to date. Mammoth size, 7 inches across, double to center, resembling a large Japanese chrysanthemum, unsurpassed for cutting or bed- ding, plants branching, with strong stems 18 to 30 inches long. 7 ic per lOl; $6.00 per lUUO. Queen of the Market, white, red, pink and mi*ed. Florists' Upright Branching, outer petals re- curved, center petals incurved, superb cut flower, pure white, daybreak pink, fiery scarlet and lavender. Late Branching or Semple's, white, rose pink, lavender, red and mixed. All the above are the best money makers for florists, strong, healthy plants, assorted ti suit, EOc per 100, $4.00 per 1000. Express prepaid for cash with order. DES MOINES PLANT CO., 38th St., Des Moines, Iowa. BUGKBEE'S FANCY PANSY PLANTS. Extra fine stocky September plants, trans planted and wintered in cold frames, now in bud and blocm,$1.50 per 100, $10 per 1000. H. W. BUCKBEE. Rockford Seed Farms, .,««■,■.«■,.» ... Forest City Greenhouses, ROCKFORD, ILL. PANSIES.... Giant Trimardeau, 5Cc per 100 bj mail; |3 per lODJ by expr, ss. Giant Mme- Perret, $4 per lOOU; 60c pi-r lOU. Stiujg— win- tered in coM frames. J. P. FRYER, 10«ll UNION AVE CHICAGO, II.I.. IROBT. CRAIG & SON, | I Roses, Palms I ^ and Novelties in Decorative Plants ^ I Market and 49lh Sts„ PhilaJefphia, Pa. ^ f^ease mention the American Florist when wnCi"s- 454 The American Florist. April 12, Toronto. TBADE ACTIVE. — ROSES PLENTIFUL. — CAR- NATIONS OFF CROP. — liULBOOS STOCK NEARING THE FINISH. — HORSE SHOW MAKES DEMAND. — VISITORS. Business is again on the jump. The first few days after Easter found stock very scarce, but now roses have come on in full crop and there are plenty to go around. Society is helping to uie up surplus stock. The horse show is on and creating a demand for flowers of the better grades. All stock is of good quality. Even Beauties have come around and some good on^-in.. 3 00 WAGNER PARK CONSERVATORIES, SIDNEY. OHIO. A good adv. In a good paper will bring good retnmi. ROOTED CUTTING LIST NOW Marguerites $ .75 Heliotrope, 4 varieties 60 English Ivy 2.00 Pyrethrum, double white LOO Achyranttes. 4 varieties 1.00 Salvia, 4 varietiea 60 Ageratum, 6 varieties 60 Artemanthera, 4 var^ties 75 Fuchsias, 3 varieties L25 Abutilons, 12 varieties 3.00 Coleus, 75 varieties, named 75 " not named 60 " Verschafleltii, red 60 READY POR Per 100 Per 1000 $ 6.00 5.00 18.00 8.00 8.00 5.50 6.0O 6.00 10.00 18.00 8.0O 5.00 4.50 4.50 SHIPMENT. Per 100 Per 1000 Coleus, Golden Bedder 60 4.50 " Brilliancy 8 00 Rn^tnn FPrn< strong, bushy, wen grown UU31UII ICIUa stock for immediate ship- ment. Per 100 Per 1000 2X-inch pota 12.50 122.00 2V4-inch pots 3.00 28.00 3 -inch pots 6.00 55.00 PTERIS TREMULA, 2M-inch pots, per 100, 12.00; 2M-in. pots, per lUO, $3.00; 3-in. pots, per 100, $5. For list of varieties see Auebican Flobibt of Nov. 9. If wanted by mail add 15o per ^00. Sam- ples by mail 25c. CHRYSANTHEMUMS golden 60 W. H. Lincoln, Jerome Jones, Golden Wedding, Philadelphia, Ivory, Thoroden, Pres. Smith, Minnie Wanamaker, Louis Boehmer, Maud Dean, Viviand-Morel, Bajor Bonnaffou. G. W. Childs, Mme. Beremann, Glory of Pacidc, J. G. Whilldin. Rooted cuttings, grand stuff, $1.25 per lOO; $10.00 per 1000. ^^AU the above sold on the positive guarantee of their being first-class, if not, your money at once refunded. Having to rebuild our greenhouses this season the following stock is 'n our way at the start. If you waot any speak quick: Asparagus Plumosus, 3-year, from bed, flue clumps, $18.00 per 100. Keu- tias, 2H-inch, very flne, $5.00 per 100. Roses— TJlrich Brunner, 2-year old, pot grown, have just out a crop of flowers from them. Can now be safely shaken out, grand stock Pifher for nent year's forciogor stock plants, own roots. $12.00 per 100. Paul Neyron, same as above. $12 00 pur 100. Aspidistra Var. 4 inch, 15c each. Kentia Seedlings, from flats, 1-year, $3.50 per ICO. Geranium Mrs. Pollock and Happy Thougat, 1 and 2-vear stock, plants from bench. $9.00 per 100. English Ivy, fall propagated, very fine, $1.2i per 100, $10.00 per 1,000. Poinsiittia. 1-jear dormant. $3.00 per 100. Cannu<(. dry roots, Bouvier. Vaui^^han, Egandale, Crozy, Burbank, $1.50 per 100. Drac;pna Indivisa, 5, 6 and 7-inch pots, 20 to 36 inches high, perfect plants, assorted sizes, $25.00 per 100. JQIIM IRVIME & SONS, Bay City, Mich. ADi$countof50°oonWittbol(iiiFerns| FOR 30 DAYS ONLY. 2^-incli, $5.00; 3-inch, $8.00; 4-inch, $12.00; 5-inch, $20 per 100. Bench plants, $3 to $8 per 100. Good for 8-inch pots, 50 cts. each. This is a rare chance to get a of this New Tern cheap stocli CASH PLEASE. A. J. BALDWIN, Newark, Ohio. Per 100 16 fine varieties, 2}^-inch pots {3.00 16 fine varieties, 3-inch pots 4 00 500 Asparagus Sprengerl, 2-inch pots 2.00 Coleus, 15 varieties, 2-ioch pots 2.00 Verbenas, 2-inch pots 200 Vinoa Var., 2inch pots 2.50 Large Pansy Plants i.SO CASH OR C. O. D. J, H. CUIININGHAIII, Diiawate, 0. Orchids ! ♦ Just arrived in fine condition, Cattleya GIgas, from "hybrid region." Write lor our illustrated and descriptive catalogue of orchids. LAGER & HURRELL, s«Jmmii, k j. Orcbid Qrowera and Importeri. Pteaie mention the A merican Florist when writing. GERANIUMS— Hbl. Gr.int, Al|ihoni.- RH-.u»r.l, Mme. Thibaut, Mme. Jaulin, Gloiro de Krance, Frances Perkins, Beaute Poitevine. La l''avorite, S. A. Nult, etc., stront^ well grown plants from 2!4-in. pots, labeled, JiS.fO per UO; $.'.5.00 per 1000. Mixed, my selection, $2,00 per 100; $18 «) per 1000. Extra strong plants from 3-in. pots, in bud and bloom, $4.00 per ICO; .$3S 00 per 1000. Krom i\i-\a. pots, $9.iHJ per 10); $50.00 per lOlO, PAMMA^ (Dormant roots). 2 to .1 eyes, stroDK UnlillMu tubers, Florence \'au>;ban. Queen Charlotte, Chas. Henderson, $3.l"0 ner lUO; $IB.fO per lOCO, Started from sandbed, J.'.SO per 100; Sffl.CO i.er 1000, Cyclamen Perslcum Splendens Giganteum Fiiifst strain In the world, in four true coiors, now ready. transplantPiJ from Mats. 3 to 4 leaves, tine plants. $3.00 per Kn; $.'5 03 piT 1000. Dflrrnnio Dav ^'^ t.'<^<>d niixlure only, from 'Z%- DogUllld nCA in. puts. $4.00 p«>r 100. PAUL MADER, East Stroudsburg, Pa. VIOLETS Rooted (luttlnya of Marie Louise, Lady Campbell. Sivanlev White and Imperial, 2X-m. pots,'$3.00 per 100: $'?.'■> 00 per 1000, CARNATIONS, rooted cutt'nRS, SKNU KOU CATALOGUE. CRA8B & HUNTER, Grand Rapids, MIoh. Pieaie mtnlton the A nurican Ftory^ ^hen u/ri/;r^. igo2. The American Florist. 455 SPECIAL April OFFER GERANIUMS. To reduce our stock of lOO.noO plants at onoe, we will fill orders for the followiDft strictly high grade varieties, true to name and flrst-class In every respect: extra strong t' p cuttings, well rooted, ready fo' 2H-inoh pots, $1.50 per 1 0; $14.C0 per 1000; In Va'iety-S. A. Nutt (best crimson b- d- der), E. G. Hill F. PerkinH, Beaute Poilevine, Mme. Bruant, Dutobeas of Orloans, La Favorite, J. M. Garr Snow Drift, Tbos. Meehan, Alphonse Rinoard, L. P. Morton, Athlete, J. J. Harrison, E. Kelway, Mme. Jaulin. Double Fringed Petunias. If you want Petunias, we have them and can supoiy any quantity. Ten novelties selected from Henderson's and Dreer's latest sets, plenty of wh'te, labeled. Extra stron? rooted cuit'nes. SPEC'AL PRICE, »1.00 per 100; $8.00 ptr lOOO. 500 at ICOD rate. Smilax, strorg seedlings ready for 2-incb pots, E03 per ICO; $4.00 per 1000. CASH WITH OBDKR. TheW.T. Buckley Plant Co., Springfield. III. DADRklllV READ THIS. FOR HERE IS WHAT DAnUiinai you want and we want ruom. Qeranlums, composed of S. A. Nutt, La Pilot, Richard Brett Frances Perkins, Beaute Poilevine, Dble. Gen. Grant, Bruanti, Ruy Bias. Gloire de France. Centaurean, Alph. Riccard, Margaret de Leyas, .Tas.Qaar, Wunder, Granville. La Pivorite, Mme. Bruant, and several other varieties in 2^ in. pots, also Rose Geraniums, and want shifting at onoe. at I2.B0 ner lOu; $J0.0O per 1800 Special prii^es in lots of 5000 or more. 500 at 1000 rate. Coleus, in variety, 2!<-in. pots, $1 60 per 100; rooted cuttings 61c. cer 100; $5.0U per 1000. Verschalfeltll and Queen, 7Uc. per 100; $6.00 per ICOO Anthemls Shower ot Qold. R C, $1.50 per 10. Azeratum, in variety, 2Ji-in. pots, $2 00 per lOO; rooted cuttings, 60o. per lOl). Pucbsias, in variety, 2H-iu pots, $3.00 per 100; rooted cuttings, tl.SS per 100. Heliotrope, in variety, 2V4-in. pots, $2.00 per 100; rooted cuttings. $1.00 per 100. Salvia, in variety, 2^-in. po's, $2.00 per 100; rooted cuttings, 7.nc. per 100. V«r. VIncas. 2J<-in. pots, $2.00 per lOO; rooted cuttings, fine, $1 00 per 100: 4-in. pots, $6.00 per lOO. Feverlew, from soil, $i.i)0 per 100 Bogllsh ivy, from soil, $a00 per 100. Cash with the order. J. E. FELTHOUSEN. Schenecfady, N Y. A FEW GOOD THINGS YOU WANT. KENTIA BELMOREANA and FORSTERIANA, spec- ial price to reduce stock. 2V4-in., 8j: 3-ln., I5o; 4-in. 2io; fi-in.,50o:6-in., $1.00. 3, 4, 5-in ARECA LUTESCENS, 2 and 3 plants to a pot, same price. These are excellent lot of clean, cool grown plants. BOSTON FERNS. 4c, 8c, 150, SOc and 50c each. DRACAENA INDIVISA, 3,4. 5-in., 6c, 10c, 25c each. GLADIOLUS BULBS, good mixture, $1.U0 per 100. GERANIUMS, 2-in., Bonnat, double and single Grant, La Favorite, S. A. Nutt, Atkinson, Salleroi, Poitevine. M. Barny, Kleber. John Doyle. Jaulin, Rii-oard. Mrs. E. G. Hill, Perkins. Per IOC— 2-in., $3 CO: 3-ln.. $5 00. ASPARAGUS SPRENGERI. 2-lnob, $3.00 per 100; Plnmosua. 3-inoh. $8.00 per 100. PALSIES, in bud and bloom. $1.C0 per 100. ENGLISH IVY, 2-in., $3 00; Sin., $6 00 per 100. Verbena. Petunia, Smilax, Achyranthes, Lobelia, Cileus, Aiteroanthera, Tomato Plants, Camnbeli Violets, Aster. Ageratum. H-liotrope. Vinca Var., Giant Alyssum, Scarlet Sage Clara Beiman. 2 in., $3.00 per ICO; 3-in., $4.00 to $5.00 per 100. Send for wholefale lists. Cash or C. O. D. GEO. U. ESUaANS, NEWTOIT. N J. STOCKS. Ten Weeks, out of 2M in. J.'.co per 100; $15 per lOOO. Salvias, 2!4-inch, Si.OO per 100. Giant Alyssum, 2M-iooh, $J CO per 100. Sweet Williams, 1 year old plants, $2.00 per 100; $15.(0 per 1000. Forget-Me-Not, 2!4-inch, in bloom. $1.50 p»r 100. Vinca Variegata, rooted cuttings, $1.0i) per 100. J. C. SCHMIDT, Bristol, Pa. Rooted Cuttings Our Specially. Htllotropi, 14 named varieties. $1 00 per 100; $8.00 ner luoo. Pitunlat, 24 varieties, $1 25 per ICO. Salvia*, 5 varieties. $1.00 per 100. Ao*ritunii,5 varie- ties, 60o per 100. Celaui, 34 varleiies, 6uo per 100; $5.00 per 1000. Mytsain, ll.UO pel 100. Express prepaid on all Rooted Cuttings. Satisfaction guaranteed. Cash with order. Write — 8. D. BRANT. CLAY CENTER, KAN. Awarded the only flrst- clasi Certificate of Merit by the Society of Amer- ican Florists at Boston Aug. 21. 1890, for Stand- ard Flower Pots. f/ttlLLDlN ERSEY loNG Island ([ty PHILADELPHIA Traveling Representative, U. CUTLER RYERSON, 108 Third Ave. Newark, N. J HEWS^f ftiiiiuliiiUliiiiloiiNiikiiikliiiliilllilllil* FATALoG^fi Red standard Pots. OORREOT SIZE. SUPERIOR QUALITY. Write for price liit. 6. flENNEGKE 60.. ""'^V.^!^^^- Standard priXSl Flower... ■ v^ * vJ If your greenhouses ore within 500 mile* of the Capitol, write us, we can save you money W. H. ERNEST. 28tli and M Straatf. WASHINGTON, D. C. GEO. KELLER & SON, MANUFACTURERS OP FLOWER POTS. Before buyine write for prices. 361-363 Herndon Street, near Wrightwood Ave., CHICAGO^ ILL. ! FOR INSURANCE AGAINST DAMAGE BY HAIL, Address John G. Esler, Sec*y F.H.A. SADDLE RIVER, N. d. AMERICAN FLORIST ADS I ALWAYS DO BISINESS Week days and every day, Sundays and holidays, ALL OVER THE COUNTRYj^ AT HOME AND ABROAD. gSSSSSSSSSSSSSSi STANDARD FLOWER POTS ! Packed in small crates, easy to handle. Pots Price per crate 120 7-in., in orate $4.20 3.0O 3.60 480 " 3 60 " 4.80 4.80 " 4.50 Send for price Hanging Baa- Vases, etc. 10 per cent off for cash 60 B 48 9 48 10 24 11 24 12 12 14 6 16 Pots Price per crate 1500 2-in., in orate, $4.88 15U0 2H " 5.25 1500 2% " 6.00 1000 3 " 5.00 800 3V4 " 5.80 500 4 " 4.50 320 5 " 4 51 144 6 " 3.16 Seed pans, same price as pots, list ot Cylinders for Cut Flowers, kets, Lawn " ' '" with order. HILFINQER BROS' POTTERY, OR ... FORT BDWARD, N. Y. ACSU8T BoLEEit & S0N8, New York Agents, S2 Det Strbbt. New York City. "^^^Fioweim LIGHT, COMPACT, UNBREAKABLE, UNEQUALLED. You can buy these of your nearest dealer. F W Rirri Si Kan MIII and Main Otnce: I . Tf . Ull U W OUII, EAST WALPOLE, MASS. NEW YORK: CHICAGO: 120 Liberty St. 1434 Monaonook Bidg. FLOWER POTS STANDARD POTS A SPECIALTY List and SAMPLES FREE. SWAHN'S POTTERY MF'G CO., P. 0. Box 78. MINNEAPOLIS. MINN. KELLER BROS. _2I3- 15-17-19-21-23 Pearl St., NORRISTOWN, PA. Manufacturers of Standard Flower Pots, red in color, equal to the best on the market; are 16 miles from Philadelphia, best of railroad connec- tions. We give special attention to mail orders and make apecial sizes to order in quantities. A. postal will bring prices and discounts. RED POTS SAMPLE POT AND PRICE LIST ON APPLICATION. C. C. POLLWORTH CO.. jtlk"*""" WRITE A. F. KOHR, '«t-gfo'iQ^5Xi:..'*^" FOB FBICBB OT Standard Pots whloh for itrength and poroiity combined are the beit on the market. THOSE RED POTS "STANDARDS" FULL SIZE AND WIDE BOTTOMS. BULB PANS AND AZALEA POTS. DETROIT FLOWER POT M'F'Y, HARRY BALSLEV. Rep. DETROIT, MICH., 490 Howard St. 456 The American Florist. April 12, Bradford, Pa. GOOD STOCK AT HAND FOR A SPLENDID EASTBR TRADE. — CRAFTSMEN PLANNING MANY IMPROVEMENTS. It IB conceded on all sides that Easter busineis proTed the heaviest In years. There was neither a scarcity nor an over- supply of stock. W. C. Rockwell reports clean sales all along the line. Bulbons stock, such as tulips and hyacinths grown in pans, took especially well, also roses and carnations. A novelty introduced this season is the neat little handle basket filled with violets and valley, which seemed to catch the popu- lar lancy. His Crimson Ramblers and azaleas wereeiceptionallv fine and found ready sale. As to violets, they were never in finer shape nor in larger quan- tity. G. R. Oliver had more than enough to keep him moving from early morning till late at night, both on Friday and Situr- day. But he braved the onslaught with the fortitude that he acquired on the battlefield some forty years ago in the defense of the Union. Since dispensing with the gun and musket Mr. Oliver has taken up the more congenial occupation of florist and has made a success of it, being a good all-around grower. His carnations, and especially the Marquis, were choice, while his bulbous stock, including lilies, could not possibly have been better. It is Mr. Oliver's intention to build an additional carnation house this spring to cover 32x125. A new shed 15x125 will also be built. Geo. L. Graham is glad the rush is over. Ifthereisany one variety of car- nation that Mr. Graham grows better than the other, that variety is the Law- son, the blooms measuring on the aver- age three and one-half inches, without a bursted calyx, being in crop practically all through the winter and yielding enough blooms to warrant discarding such varieties as Scott and Joost, gener- ally grown for quantity. In whites his Queen Louise takes the lead. Lizzie McGowan still behaves splendidly and pays well. Crane is the standard red, but Estelle and Mrs. Potter Palmer will he grown next season. Next to cat flowers Mr. Graham reports a good sale of blooming plants, such as azaleas and Ramblers; tulips and hyacinths grown in pans likewise sold well. Mr. Graham will rebuild and modernize four of his carnation houses this summer. And last, but not least, congratula- tions are in order, Mr. Oliver being the recepient upon the event of his rtcent matrimonial alliance. NOMIS. Belchertown, Mass.— a. B. Howard is meeting with great success in the intro- duction of his Star petunia, not only locally, but through leading catalogue houses. SHIPPINQ LIBELS fs ••••Cut Flowers Printed in two colors on gummed puper; your card, etc.. In black and leaf adopted by the S. j». F. In red. Very attractive. Price per 600,12.85; per 1000, t4.6a Send tor samples luonn) or xwa leat. postpaid, $1.25. American Florist Co., CHICAGO. "GALVANIZED" WIRE • FLOWER • STAKES. ....ANY LENGTH OR SIZE DESIRED.... JOHNA.ROEBLING'SSONSCO. 1^1 r,»iz:e St., omcA.00. WRITE US. LOWEST PRICES. i^^^m^^m^^m^m^^ i/«/«/«/».«/tt^ ? OUR NEW FOLDING Cut Flower Box 1 IS A PERFECT GEM. SEND FOR SAMPLE. ^ HOLTON&HUNKELCO. I •'•^•'1 MILWAUKEE. WIS. t MiAiiitiiimauitAiiiiiuuauitiiumAiiiiiAiiimmiiiiAiiiiiiiiUiiiiiimtiiiimtiiiiuuiiiiine EUREKA II WEED KILLER. A SOLUBLE POWDER. NO LEAKAGE or DANGER. EASILY APPLIED. Positively clears all paths and drives of weeds without disturbing the gravel; lasting effects. $1.00 Tin SuHiciant for 100 Square Yards. IfftllftUIU'C CCCn CTHDC Sole Ae^nts for tbc- 84-86 Randolph SI . CHICAGO. ■ nUUniln O aCCU dlUnC) U. S andCanuda. 14 Barclay street. NEW YORK sfiTmmmmTTmmtT»TmnT»nmTTiTmm»mmTmTTm»*mmimmT»mm?mmniTTnm ii BLACK DEATH >7 iPOWDERi TO EAT THEREOF IS TO DIE. BUG KILLER and FERTILIZER. Three years of unprecedented success wherever intro- duced all over the United states has proved "BLACK DEiTH" to be a cbeap and absolute annlhllator ot all Insec 3, bugs or beetles that prey on vegetation, follaRe and flowers. Ste what Peter Reinberg faid In this paper, Feb. 8. Other strong indorsements spnt on receipt of postal card. Western !j»lea Ageacy, 23S Franklin St.. Chlcaeo. HANDLED BY MEEDSMEN. S. D. STRVKER. Aggnt. Ormsby Ventilating Apparatus. Under Ortnsby Patent nO^g. Fcr Greenhouses, Monitor Roofs, eto. It is the iJEfhteat, BtroD[;eat, neatest, quickest nod most effective device ever put upon the market. Manu- factured and for sale by M. D. VAUGHN, Office, 413 Atlantic Ave., Boston, Mass. « WE NOW OFFER Chemicals ?» for making LIQUID COMPOST. Dry powdf-raall solublo in wiitrr. Lomposts cost less than i^,c pt-r gal. (^orrespoudcncp invited. EASTERN CHEMICAL COMPANY, 620 Atlantic Ave., Boston. American florist /Vdvts. ^( Rec&oSn all Causperleptha 'T'HE most effective combined Fungicide and Insecticide up to date. Try it. Price per quart, 75c; 1-2 gfallon, $1.25; gallon, $?.00. Walter Mott Seed & Bulb Co. 108-1 10 E. Seoond St., Jimtslown, N. Y. Tooth Picks P'T icm.ll.s.'i, postpaid. Sainplps friM'. A. E. JONES, 233 First Ave., Lorain. Ohio. igo2. The American Florist. 457 TO KILL ALL Greenhouse Bugs USE a NICOTICIDE Clean and harmless as Fumigant or Spray. Ask your seedsman for it or write to The Tobacco Warehousing and Trading Co., 1000 Magnolia Ave.. ■ Louisville, Ky. Boston Florist Lottor Go. MAOTTPACTUBEBS OP FLORISTS' LETTERS. This ■wooden box nicely stained and var- nished. 18x30x12 made in two sections, one for each size letter, given away with first order of 500 letters. Block Letters, 1!^ or 2-lnoh size, per 100, 12.00. Script Letters, $4. Fastener with each letter or word. Used by leadinz florists everywhere and for sale by all wholesale florists and supplf dealers. N. F. McCarthy, Treas. and Manager, 84 Hawley St.. BOSTON, MASS. TIN FOIL Plain, Fancy, Printed & Mounted, MannCactored by Tiie Conley Foil Co. esi to 641 West asth St., HEADQUABTEBS FOB HORTICULTURAL SUPPLIES Of Every Description. When you can't get what you want anywhere else, send here, we will send it to you. "If it's used In Hortloulture, we have It." DUNNE &CO.j64W.80tkSI..Nmr Y«ik. Telephone Call, 1700 Madison Square. A. Herrmann; Cape Flowers, alloolom; Cycas Leaves, Metal Designs, ^ All Florists' Sipplles. Bend tor Piloei, «*«.4it Kaat «4«h at.. HKW V0BH~ Mention the American Rorist when writing to advertisers on this page. \ BASKETS, CYCAS LEAVES, WHEAT SHEAVES ;; UP-TO-DATE, BEST IMPORTED. UNEXCELLED. Are indispensable to every well regulated Flower shoD. In order to have the Best, your orders should be placed with the LEADING FLORISTS' SUPPPLY HOUSE, ruli line of Florists' Supplies always on hand. Catalogue lor the asking. Leading Florists' Supply House. Mnipr 0 pn importers and I nlUL Ov UUif Manufacturers \ 918 Filbert St., Philadelphia, Pa. <► <► <► <> <► A Shipment from Bayersdorfer & Co. represents a wise invest- ment. Baskets, Jardinieres, Pot Covers, Fern- eries, Vases, Doves, Sheaves, Inscriptions, Cycas Wreaths and Leaves. These are only a fraction of the list of tiseful Florists' Supplies we carry. The quality is the BEST and the price is RIGHT. Send for Complete Catalogue. H. Bayersdorfer & Co., 50-56 No. Fourth St., Philadelphia, Pa. E5TA6USHCD 1666 EMIL^STEFFEMSv SUCC.™ flSTEFFENS "OSTEfFEItSBROS THE KINNEY PUMP. For applying Liquid Manure it has no equal! Sent prepaid for $2.00. d.^;s The HOSE CONNECTION CD.'*"^'"''- R. I. Fresh Tobacco Stems. Bales of 300 pounds, $1.50. Cash With Obdeb. W. C. BECKERT, Allegheny. Pa. W^^^± Adjustable Vase Holders Ko. 1.— Brass, nickel, 4 feet long, 8 olaips to each tod. Price complete (with green or white tum- blers) I2.2B. Price complete (with green or white oomuoopia vases) 12.60. No. 2.— Heavy 4 ft. rod brassed and nickeled, with three clasps for K to S- (noh poti, each, I1.7E. Klft's patent mbber capped Flowib Tubsb, IM-lnch diameter, per 100, II.H. tOSEPH KIFT t SON. 172S ChMtnut St.. Phlla.. Pa. fl^^l^(% Invalid Appliance Co., fl^^BRSVft^^B MANUFACTURERS OP BsH^^y^ COLUMBIA PLANT TUBS ■i^^^rafif ■ Tb. kilkd Ui« oiv« 1*11 mtmn." ^^^^W II jonr KcditnoD dorto't handle them. order ot u dir^t. ^pi! PACTORY ANO OFFICB; IBO-ieo vaODCN ST.. - CHIOAOO. IILavHOHl NO«TM S9S. CUTFLOWERBOXES WATERPROOF Corner Lock Style. The b"st, strongest and reatest folding cut flower bos ever made. Cheap, durable, handy. To try them once is to use ihem always. DON'T USE OLD STORE BOXES. If you have any doubt, send for samples, which speak for themselves. 3s4'Axl6. $1.75 per 10 ; $l5.f0 per 1000 3s6xl8.... 2.00 " 18.00 " 4x8sl8.... 2.40 " 22.00 " 3x6x20.... 3.75 " 25.00 4x8x22.... 3.00 " 28.00 " 4x8x28.... 3.75 " 35.00 Plcaic mention the A merican Florist when writing. Size No. 1. •• No. 2. " No. 3. " No. 4. " No. 5. " No. 6. THE LIVINGSTON SEED OO. Box 103, COLUMBUS. O. Please mention the A merican Florist when writing. SiGMUND GEUER Importsr and Mir. of Florists' Supplies Complete stock — New Qood*— New Illa.tmted Cataloeue Now Ready. Send for it. 108 W. 28th St., near 6th Ave.,INEW.YORK. AdjustablePlantStands THE BEST ON THE MARKET. I stand SI. SO; SStands S4.00: 6 Stands $7. SO; 12 Stands SI4. 00. YOU NEED THiM \\ YOUR BUSINESS. C. 6. WHITNALL, MILWAUKEE, WIS. Ptease r ention the American Florist when -writlny GARDENING For Amateur and Professional Gardeners. The Leading American Journal of Horti- culture Foreign Subscriptions 82.50 per year. Sample Copies Free. THE GARDENING CO. gSfoVoTm.TS.s.A. 458 The American Florist. April 12, Los Angeles, Cal. DEALERS SURPRISED AT EXTENT OF EASTER DEMAND — FAR AHEAD OF LAST YEAR. — VISITS TO HOMES OF HYBRIDIZERS. — FLOWER FESTIVAL NEAR. The Easter trade was exceedinglygood. The retail stores had prepared for a demand equal to that of a year ago, pre- suminx that quantity of flowers would be sufficient, but by noon on Saturday the morning's receipts had been sold and the growers were being telephoned for extra supplies. "Stnd everything you can cut and as soon as possible" was the general tenor of the messages. Ramblers •old at from $2 to $5 each, Harrisii in pots at $2 and cut at $1 per stem. Roses brought from $1.50 to $5 per dozen, car- nations 50 cents per dozen, valley $1 50 per dozen, tulips $1.50 per dozen, violets 25 centi per bunch and callas 50 cents per dozen. All in all, the Easter business was entirely satisfactory to all concerned. On a recent trip covering over 1,000 miles in thi» state your correspondent had the pleasure of seeing some of the wonderful new creations of Luther Bur- bank, at Santa Rosa; the finest carna- tions in the world at J. H. Sievers & Company's, San Francisco, and the great collection of useful and ornamental plants gathered from all parts of the world by Dr. Franceschi, at Santa Bar- bara. By the way, our old friend, W. H. Morse, of Santa Barbara, who produced the canna Mrs. Kate Gray, is at his old tricks and has some interesting novelties in asparagus, roaes and ferns. The next important event on the pro- gramme will be the Fiesta de las flores to be celebrated in connection with the biennial meeting of The Women's Parlia- ment to be held in this city in May. Daring this time it is anticipated the demand for flowers will be enormous. D. R W. St. Elmo, Tenn —Hunt & Son have had a prosperous season and are prepar- ing to erect a new greenhouse at the entrance to Forest Hill Cemetery. Toledo, O —Fire at 1 a. m March 28 destroyed one of F. A Imoberstag's boiler rooms and a rose house, with con- tents, a fine Easter crop of teas, 300 lilies and a lot of bulbous stock. The loss was about $2,000 without insur- ance. We like to have yon tell our advertlteri that yon read onr paper. •ATTENTION- I Red Cypress Greenhouse Material. We have the experience and ability to give von EXPERT ADVICE. Before building, write us. We use absolutely the very best grade of Air Dried RED CYPRESS Pro- duced, and guarantee our workmanship unexcelled. We have the largest capacity in the United States. I PAINT We have a specially prepared Paint for iron work and piping in Greenhouses— it is waterproof, very elastic, and will not crack or scale, and is absolutely indestructible; it will protect your iron work from Rust. It does not smell. Write for information. FOLEY MANUFACTURING CO. Offlce. 471 W. 22nd St. CHICAGO. ILL. Factory and Lumber Yard,^ 474-498 W. 21st Place. Use our Patent IRON BENCH FITTINGS and Roof Supports. VENTILATINa DILLER, CASKEY & CO., jenS Gre^os.. APPARATUS. JENNINGS'-- IRON CUTTER. IMPROVED VAPORIZING PANS For Tobacco Eztrsota, Etc. Bend for Olroolan. 8. W. Cor. Sixth and Berk Sts.. PHILADELPHIA. Bloomsburg, Pa, DILLON'S GREENHOUSE MFG. GO. ULVOFACrCBGRS OF HOT BED 8 18H, AtB DRIED GULP CTPBBSS 8A9H BABS AND OTHER OREENHODHK MATKRIAI,. BUILDERS of DURABLE and PRACTICAL Greenhouses at a LOW COST. Our descriptive circular will b« ready abiut April 15 h and will oontaiD valuable information for every Horist. Send for it. WE HAVE SOMETHING NEW TO OFFER. IRON RESERVOIR VASES ANo Lawn Settees Manafactured by McDonald Bros. COLUMBUS, 0. The Largest Manufacturers of these Qoods in America. Send for Catalogue D||V SECOND HAND Dtll STEAM PIPE and Save 50 per cent. Tel. 201-4 Richmond. JOSEPH MYERSON, 51-53 ATLANTIC AVE., BOSTON, MASS. t^ease mention the American FtnrisC when uirihne- RAFFIA VAUGHAN'S SEED STORE, NATURAL COLORED OHICAQO and NEW YORK. Pteaie mention the American FlortU when writing- Irons-No trouble-Cannot l^j imure the most jensitivf T/J] >kab Cilia Dip Co. > Sl . lull i-, -Chic iioo. "^ Pttjse mfntion the Amrr-ican Flnrtst U'hrn wrttinr- NEW TRADE PAPER *'H«rrlson*» Horticultural Advertiser of America" tn^nt free to 5,0(X* leadiiij; nurm'rymen, 8t eOiUif'n. florlstB. parks and deklom weekly. Low- •St ratal lu the trade. Only &0g per inch. Liberal dUcovnts. Tbt v«ry ra'dlura you want. Abao- lutaly limited to wbolttuale trade. Try It. WALTER n. HARRISON. LA MOTT, PA. PUase mention the American Floriit when writing' igo2. The American Florist. 459 D. 0. Gonninoliam Glass CO., .PITTSBURG, PA. Tank Window Glass. M-tious6 Glass fl Specialtu. VALUABLE IRON GUTTER PATENTS I hereby offer for sale the Patents covering my Wrought Iron Gutter; also the Patents covering the Gutter advertised in last week's edition of the Ambbican Florist. Florists' Exchange, and the Florins' Review, by Geo. M. Garland. The increased business of the Standard Ventila- ting Machine demands my whole attention to its manufacture. But. as in the past I will give the gutter business its fullest share of attention until the patents are sold. Yours truly, E. HIPPARD, Youngstown. Ohio. Sprague Smith Co. PUTE AND WINDOW GLASS Greenhouse Glass a Specialty lOSRaadoli* StrMt. CHICAGO. Boilers Fof GREENHOUSES. OP HIOH . QRADB..''* ^TBot Water. See Our Catalogue Giblln&Co., Utlca.N.Y, 1™ Regan Prhiting House S™ CATALOGUES flORISTS' 87-91 Plymooth Place, j»j»j» CHICAGO J»j»j» The Highest award at the New York Carnation Show was given to a man who has forty-three (43) of our AUTOMATIC VENTILATORS OUR VENTILATORS are at work in the Central Park Conservatories. Preyents Mlldiw Operitis to perfictloi In citchy f latbir. Commercial growers use them largely. The Automatic Ventilator does Its own thinking. Sam all labor. Improves the growth of plants. Especially good for Roses. Will last a life- time and soon pay for themsjlves. The Automatic Ventilator ventilates as necessity requires. The Chadborn Patent Aatomatic Ventilator Tor Greenhouses, and also Temperature Regulator for Radiators. One of our Washington. D. C, patrons says, under date of Jan. 8, 1902, "I Iiave tlie finest carnations in Washington," They are equally good for roses. MANUFACTURED BY THE CHADBORN MFG. CO. Broadway and High St., Newburg, N. Y. Our Illustrated Catalogue, Price*, Etc., it yours lor the asking. WE VENTIUTED THE NORTH CONSERVATORY AT THE PAN-AMERICAN EXPOSIHON AND TOOK THE GOLD MEOAl. LUMBER and MATERIAL FROM THE BUFFALO EXPOSITION. We purchased the tuildings and property formerly owned hy the exposition and now offer for sale 33,000,000 feet of fine seasoned lumber. Thousands of Sash. Windows and Doors, En- gines, Boilers. Pumps and Machinery in general. iMile upon mile of Iron Pipe, Electrical appa- ratus of various kinds. Fire Apparatus, Iron Beams, Trusses, Columns, Benches, Builders' Hardware and thousands of other items too numerous to mention. AH of the above will be in- cluded in our Exposition Catalogue, mailed on application. OUR PRICES WILL ASTONISH YOU CHICAGO HOUSE WRECKING CO., Pan-American Dept. No. 76. BUFFALO. N. Y. THE NEW SELF BALANCING CAST IRON... VENTILATOR One machine will ooen this ventilator on houses up to 1000 feet long. Send for circular. A. RASMUSSEN, NLW ALBANY, IND. AND eULF CYPRESS MATERIAL HOTBED SASH. Catalogues and esti- mates furnished. S. JACOBS a SONS. 1865-1273 Flushing Aye., Brooklyn. N, Y. This is a funny looking tiling but it will do the work easier and cost less than any other apparatus on earth or any other place. Send for a descriptive circular to J. D. CARMODY. Evansvlile, Ind. Please mention the American Florist when ti/rittng. 460 The American Florist. April 12, kidex to AdvertlMn. Advertising rates... 434 Allen JK 438 AinerloanB owerCo IV American Rose Co. I 11 Amling.Albert F... 451 imling E C 437 Aschmann Godfrey. 4(8 Baldwin A J 453 45« B:lller FA 412 Ijassett & Wash- burn 437 448 BaurS Alfred I Bayersdorfer H 441 Soupert A Notting.. 4 0 Spangler E J A Co . II Sprague Smith Co. . 4i9 Stearns T-umber Co. Ill Steffens Emil 457 StorrsAHarrisonCo. 452 Stryker S D 4i6 Suiherland G A.... 438 Swahn Pot Mfg Co. 4.55 Swayne Wm 418 Temple J T 451 Thompson J D Car- nation Co J37 Thorburn J M ACo. 440 Thome A L 441 Traendly A Schenck 439 Tobacco Warehouse- ing A Trading Co 457 VandegriftFBACo.. 440 \'an Heiningen P .1 444 Vauehan's Seed Store 4:6 410 441 449 4.53 456 458 I Vaiuhn MD 4.56 ViuK's Sons Jas.. .. II Wa ban Rose Cons. . I Wagner Park Cods. 454 Warburton C 416 Watson Geo C 11 Weathered'! Sons Thos ISO Weber H A Soi s . . . 443 Weeber A Don 11 Weiland A Risoh... 437 Welch Bros 438 West View Flo Co. . 449 Whilldin PotCo. ... 465 WhitnallCB 4>7 Whltton ASons.... 450 Wietor Bros «37 Wilks S MfpCo.... 459 Williams F R Co... 443 Wilmore W W 4.53 Wills A Senar 436 Winandy Michael.. 449 Wittbold Geo Co.... 432 Wolf A Q A Bro.. IV Wolf John 437 Wood Bros 441 Young Jno 439 Young A Nugent... 439 CHICAGO HOUSE WRECKING CO., W. aoth nnd Iron Bt»., CHirAdU. Please mention the American Florist. 600D I GENERITION IGO ! Good Today! Good Always! The WEATHERED BOILER and the prinoiplei on which It Ib coDstruoted have stood the test of years. If you want a reliable heater, there are none &b good as the WEATHERED. Endorsed by hundreds of Flo- rists. Send for descriptive list. Thos. W. Weathered's Sons, 48 MARION ST., NEW YORK CITY. Holds Glass Firmly See the Point 43~ PEERLESS QlAstny Points are thebciU No rights or leftB. Br>x of 1 .000 poJnu 75 eta. postpaid. HENHT A. DREER, 714 Cheattiiit fit., Plilra., Pa, "DORIC" HEATER. Profitable Greenhouses "Curney" f;:rei'nhouses are profliul.le uTL'-nboiises because they're operatenet N, Rider-Ericsson Engine Co. 692 Cmii; St.. Montoeal. P. Q. 40 Uc'irborn St.. rnirAno. Tmientc-Rey 71. Havana, Cuba. 40 N. 7th Si., l'Hii,Ai>Ki.riiiA. S. W. M'r''.hiiiit iiTid AliilciMi sts. )li>Nrii.fi r. 1^/ I I I * I GREENHOUSE GLASS ^ OVK SRECMJkLTY, i LHRGC STOCK ^^ ^ ^ ^^ PROMPT SHIPMENT I \n^ Purelinseed Oil Piilty.RiiDls,BnDlifiEt(.! I3S WRITE FOR. UATEST PRICES. X<:l Ptfase mention the /i merican Florist w/ien writing RmBrica is "the Prow af tbs JIessbI! Uietb may be mare camfart Rmidships, but we are the £rst ta tauob Unknnwn Seas." Vol. XVIII CHICAQO AND NEW YORK, APRIL 19. 1902. No. 724. TlHIli ^Ll»l!R?®m« lFlL©lR'J!S7 Sevbntbenth Year. Copyright 1902, by American Floriat Company. Entered as Seoond-Clasi Mail Matter. PUBLISHBD BVIEBT SATTIKDAT BT AMERICAN FLORIST COMPANY. 334 DMU-born 5t., Chlcaso. BuUrn Offlca: 79 Milk 5t., Boston. Subioription, 11.00 a year. To Europe, 12.00. Subscriptions accepted only from the trade. SOCIETY OF AMERICAN FLORISTS AND ORNAMENTAL HORTICULTURISTS. OmcBBS — John Burton Philadelphia, Pa., preaiden J. W. C. Dbake, Asheville, N. C, vioe- presideni., Wm. J. Stewabt, 79 Milk Street, Boston, Mass., secretary; H. B. Beattt, Oil City, Pa., treasurer. The eighteenth annual meeting will be held at Asheville, N. C, August, 19 22, 1902. THE AMERICAN CARNATION SOCIETY. Annual convention at Brooklyn, N. Y., Feb- ruary, 1903. Albebt M. Hebb, Lancaster, Pa., secretary. CHRYSANTHEMUM SOCIETY OF AMERICA. Annual meeting at Asheville, K. 0., August, 1902. Edwin Lonsdale, Chestnut Hill, Pa., Seo'y. AMERICAN ROSE SOCIETY. Annual meeting at call of executive committee, Lbonabd Babbom, VM Liberty St., Mew York, secretary. THIS ISSUE 48 PAGES WITH COVER. CONTENTS. Notes on palm growing 461 Aster troubles 462 A double lily (illus.) 462 A lew remarks about florists 463 American Beauty as a forcing rose 463 A new style greenhouse (illus.) 464 A new "fairy" rose (illus.) 464 Impresaious'of a trip to Asheville 4fi4 Another big catnation deal (illus. ). 467 Wreah by J. R. Freeman (illus.) 46? New York 467 A new ventilator (illus.) 468 Boston 468 Chicago 469 Philadelphia 469 Trend of the times 470 Practices of wholesale plantsmen 471 Montreal 47i The seed trade 476 The lily troubles 476 The nursery trade 478 — How to remove roots from sewer pipe 478 Our pa- times (illus ) 480 — Theodore Lange ( portrait) 480 Detroit. 482 Syracuse. N. Y 484 Pittsburg 486 Toronto 4fc8 San Francisco 490 Down "InjeanDy" way 492 Cincinnati , 494 Cleveland 496 Cost of greenhouses 498 Lowell, Mass 500 AcoU boiler 502 Notes oa Palm Growing, The experience of the past season in the palm trade, as in other branches of our business", brings to mind again the impression that has been noted from time to time, namely, that those buying plants and flowers are becoming better posted and more critical from year t© year, and that well grown and well pro- portioned plants are those that find the steadiest demand. To grow plants of this character requires a little patience, a good deal of attention and a consider- able amount of space, and when the latter item is taken into consideration, one frequently finds that the day of excessive profits is a matter of history rather than of everyday experience. Of course we hear occasionally of some fortunate retailer who has been able to sell for $300 some fine specimen palm for which he paid the meek and lowly grower the sum of $100, after much per- suasion, but even the retailer does not meet with those streaks of luck every day, for outside of our largest cities there is but a very limited demand for these large specimens. But there has been, for the past year at least, a comparative scarcity of large palms on the market, and apart from the item of original cost there is always some risk attached to the importation of these large plants, for one or two damaged leaves on such a plant may prevent its sale for a couple of years or more. The original prices placed on this stock in Europe sometimes seem very attractive to the inexperienced importer, but after having added nearly or quite fifty per cent to the cost in order to cover duties, freight and all other charges, one finds that an invoice of plants may not prove so profitable as they first appeared to be. Nevertheless the importation of palms and other plants will continue in greater or less quantity until such time as the American trade can supply all sizes and species that may be called for, a condi- tion that has not yet become apparent. But we are favored climatically for the production of fine foliage plants, just as we are for the production of superb roses and carnations, and it does not seem to be an extravagant idea to look forward to the time when we shall be able to fully supply our own markets with specimen palms, regardless of the most alluring offers of our brothers across the pond. In the line . of novelties adapted for commercial use there seems practically nothing to chronicle among palm notes, and as a matter of fact there have been comparatively few palms introduced within the past twenty- five years, the total list of iatroductions in this family during that period probably not exceed- ing 100 species, but including within the same time one of our best and most use- ful trade palms in the form of Kentia Belmoreana. The seeds of this palm, by the way, seem to be averaging somewhat better in quality of late years, perhaps in part owing to more care having been exercised in the gathering and packing of the seeds, and partly due to more improved methods in planting and after- attention on the part of cultivators. And it cannot be emphasized too strongly that all palm seeds should be planted as soon as they are received from the dealer, or one has not good ground for complaint in case of failure to germinate, for when the seeds are allowed to dry out and the germ becomes shrivelled, there remains but small chance for a crop of seedlings. Regarding kentia seeds in particular, those imported in the latter part of the summer or early in the autumn usually prove more satisfactory than those ofiered in the spring, though the per- centage of germination varies greatly even with those imported in the fall, ranging from twenty per cent to over seventy per cent in the experience of the writer, while some over-modest growers gently murmur that they have potted ofl ninety per cent from a crop of kentias, but we prefer to have an affidavit with such a statement. On the whole it seems to be the better policy on the part of a small grower of palms to purchase his stock of young plants from some specialist or large dealer rather than to have space indefinitely occupied with a lot of kentia seeds from which a strag- gling crop of seedlings may be had during possibly two years. The latter period may seem like an excessive time for the germination of kentia seeds, but it is correct in some instances, for in the lot in question some plants came up in about two months and the main crop was potted off within a year, but several thousand seeds that were sound at the time of potting off the main crop were replanted and ultimately germinated well, though the last of them occupied the full two years in doing so. Seeds of latanias and arecas are gener- ally received in the spring and, unless they have been dried out too much, will germinate quickly and generally give a good percentage of plants, provided the seeds have been properly cared for. Seeds 462 The American Florist. Api'il ig. of seaforthias, ptychospermas and caryotas germinate quickly and seldom fail if the seeds are fresh and kept warm and moist. A rather light and open soil is moat suitable for palm seeds in general, and the seeds should be coveted to a depth of half an inch in the case of small seeds like those of seaforthias or livistonas, while the larger seeds, of which th? kentiaa may be taken as an example, may be covered to a slightly greater depth. The seed pots or pans should be placed in a honse in which a steady bottom heat may be maintained, a bottom tempera- ture of 85° being high enough for all ordinary purposes, and the seeds shonld always be kept moist. In large establishments the potting ofl of seedling palms is largely a matter of convenience, the lack ot available space sometimes preventing the potting of the seedlings at the very beat time, but wherever it can be done the best practice will be found to be that of potting off a seedling palm soon after the first leaf is fully developed, or about the time the second leaf begins to BOsh up, for when the seedlings are allowed to remain crowded in the seed pots too long they will become drawn and weak. The grouping or making up of several palms in one pot or tub is a practice that is increasing, and there are several arguments in its favor, the first being that it is a proritable way to build up a bushy specimen in a short time, and in the second place that one may use up some lanky plants of indifferent quality by this means and still produce an attractive plant. Another argument is that many people desire a mass of green foliage rather than the perfectly graceful outline of a well grown kentia for example, and the reasonable claim of the decorator is that the compound plant or group of plants may lose two or three leaves and still be quite presentable, while the single specimen is seriously handicapped by the loss of a couple of leaves. But a conservative opinion may be offered that from an artistic point of view any fan-leaved palm is most beauti- ful when grown as a single specimen, while most of the pinnate- leaved palms may be grouped several in a pot without detracting from their natural beauty. W. H. Taplin. Aster Troubles. In an excellent bulletin on the troubles ot China asters, Ralph H. Smith of the staff of the Hatch Experiment Station, Massachusetts Agricultural College, Amherst, Mass., gives a summary of the conditions with cultural directions as follows: SUMMARY. "The very prevalent trouble in grow- ing China asters is due to a variety of causes. These are principally a stem rot disease or wilt, caused by a fungus, a peculiar abnormal growth the cause of which is not definitely known, and lice on the roots. Other troubles occur but are more obvious or not generally destructive. "The stem rot disease is characterized by a wilting and final dying of affected plants accompanied by a discoloration and rotting of the stem just at the surface of the ground. "The yellow disease appears as a spindling yellow growth of the branches and leaves and a peculiar abnormal development of the flowers. It seems to be due to a failure in the metabolism in the leaves. "Plants affected with root lice fail to grow and finally wilt and die. The roots are found to be covered with masses of small, bluish-colored plant lice. "The stem rot or wilt, although first showing itself at any time during the plant's growth, appears to be contracted only in the seed bed or pricking out flats. Both this disease and the root lice may be avoided by proper methods of cnltiva- SIDE VIEW OF DOUBLE LILY. tion. For the yellow disease no treat- ment is known. None of these troubles can be remedied after they have once appeared. "Asters are also affected by a true rust of the leaves, grubs which eat the roots, and insects which eat the leaves and flowers. CULTURAL DIRECTIONS. "Start your own plants. Seed planted as late as June 1 will give an abundance of bloom before frost. "Procure seed directly from a reliable seedsman. It costs no more and is much more liable to be fresh and true to name. "Sow the seed in the open ground at any time after the ground gets into good condition, In good soil where asters have never grown before. Fall sowing out of doors may alio be practiced. For very early flowering sow in cold frames or in the greenhouse, but this, especially the latter, is much more liable to produce stem rot. "Avoid at all times the use of soil where asters have grown before, especially where the stem rot or root lice have occurred. " Prepare the permanent bed by work- ing in a liberal dressing of barnyard manure during the previous fall and a light application of any good commercial fertilizer in the spring. If this is not practicable remember that as a general principle the richer the soil the better will be your asters. "Plant if possible in moderately moist soil. This will give better growth and less trouble from grub worms. "Beyond this it is believed that no treatment can avail for these troubles. Avoid especially damping ofl and root lice." A Double Lily. Ed. Am. Florist:— I send you to-day by mail two pictures of a Lilinm longt- florum monstrosity which appeared in our batch of "Japs" for Easter at the establishment of P. R. Quinlan & Com- pany, Syracuse, N. Y. There is nothing wonderful so far as growing the plant is concerned, but a perfect double flower is surely worthy of note and comment. Two views are shown, a side view of the flower on the plant and a front view of the single flower, so that there can be no question. It will be noticed that the other flowers on the plant were ordinary single blooms. The double one was a beautiful flower and rivaled the finest forms of the night blooming cereus. The photographs were taken by Harry Chism of L. E. Marquisee's. B. A Few Remarks About Florists. At a meeting of the Hartford Florists' Club held April 8, Theodore WIrth gave some very sensible advice to florists in a paper under the above caption. The paper in part is reproduced herewith. "I hope that none of my fellow crafts- men listening to what I herein say will take offense in my expressions if I am allowed to give unrestricted vent to my views, based upon personal observations made while visiting a great number of horticultural and floricultural establish- ments In various parts of the country, and I also hope that I will be able to prove the correctness of my theory, which is, that a large percentage of our florists are dead slow m some respects, and that against their own interest and welfare. "We have just passed Easter and the floral displays in the show-windows and stores of our florists have been of marvel- ous beauty, rich In color and life, and interesting, pleasing and harmonious in artistic tasteful arrangement. The stores were crowded with plants of all varieties, yet the number of plants on exhibition was a small one in comparison with the« stock needed to satisfy the demand of the public during such days. It seems to me that the natural thought of some of the buyers at such and other occasions will be that they might get a better and larger assortment of stock to select from by visiting the florists' greenhouses and that they would like to see the place tgo2. The American Florist. 463 where those beautiful flowers and plants are grown. "What a difference in appearance between the stylish, elegant, lavishly decorated store, and the disorderly, dirty, dilapidated, repulsive condition of the greenhouses and their surroundings. You have to walk between compost piles,heaps of old boxes, broken sashes, smashed flower pots; pilot your way between broken tools, piles of coal ashes and rub- bish heaps, and you have to jump across ditches and wagon rots, and if you hap- pen to get there on a rainy day you need rubber boots or the mud will run in over the tops of your shoes. Finally yon land safely in one of the houses and while there are fine flowering plants of all vari- eties in good condition and in abund- ance, your eye is detracted by_ the disor- derly condition of everything about them, heapi of sweepings, dead wood, rotten tobacco, broken pots, and other rubbish under the benches, everything is there to spoil the good effect which the plants and flowers would otherwise have made upon the visitor, had the surround- ings been what they should be and could be, orderly, neat and clean. "Whenever I enter one of those places, I think of the hired man out on the farm, who claimed that the dirtier the pigs were kept the fatter they would grow. Now brothers of the craft, there is in my opinion no tenable excuse lor the exist- ence and maintenance of such conditions. Why cannot the compost heaps be kept out of sight, behind some screening shrubbery, for instance, or away on some neighboring lot, even if a little distance from the potting shed? Why should we permit to have refuse and rubbish lay around our places ot business any more than we want it to around our living rooms and residences? Does it cost more labor to store tools and materials away in an orderly way, than to throw them in heaps in a half a dozen places? All it wants is a little system, and some grit to enforce rules, and order can be estab- lished where disorder now rules supreme. "Having thus done away with the objectionable features, now let us put in their places some things that will attract and please. Let us make use of ourfront yards and all their available spots to display our art in floral decoration. Let Hi show the public some of our plants to their best advantage. Let us keep our greenhouses clean, presentable and invit- ing, and keep the approaches to them as passable as the sidewalks of the city; in other words, let us give our establish- ments the dignity due our noble profes- sion. The result sure to follow will be that the public, appreciating these eflorts, will begin to patronize our places, that our home sales will increase. We will save labor in the handling of stock, which otherwise we would cart first to the stores, and that with the increase in trade alone would more than pay for the labor and money spent in such improve- ments. Indeed, where should we expect the people whom we want to buy our plants for the decoration ol their homes and gardens to go for information and object lessons, what to do and what to buy, but to our very places of business, and what do most of our places give them to-day to copy. Unsightly, disor- derly, dirty yards and comers, more repulsive in some instances than their most objectionable backyards. "Brother florists, I claim here is a great field for progressive action and commend- able development of our baiiness; let us all put the shoulder to the wheel and push out of the mud, on a clean, easy. FRONT VIEW OF A DOUBLE FLOWER OF LILIUM LONGrFLORUM. pleasant and attractive road. We will all benefit by it and give more satisfac- tion, pleasure and encouragement to our customers, whom we should treat and regard as our honored guests, worthy of our closest, courteous and most atten- tive consideration." American Beauty as a Forcing Rose. 1 A paper read before the St. Louis Florists^ Club April 10^ 1902, by /. F. Ammann, 0/ Edwardsville, III.] The American Beauty is certainly the most valuable if not the ideal forcing rose and I dare say there are more square feet of glass devoted to this rose than to any other one variety in this country. One gets a fair idea of the extent to which it is grown by visiting the vast rose farms in and near Chicago, at New Castle, Ind., and numerous other places where this grand rose is a specialty. My experience with American Beauty as a forcing rose has been very limited and I am, therefore, in no position to do justice to this most important subject. Nevertheliss I am always willing to give others the benefit of what little knowledge I have as best I can, for I believe information of this kind, and especially the discussions following, are among the best educators we have for our grand profession. The propagating and growing of young rose stock for planting was gone over and discussed at a previous meeting in an able essay by onrfriend F. J. Fillmore, who outlined what I believe to be the proper way to grow young American Beauty stock. I shall therefore begin my remarks in reference to stock that has just been planted in the benches for the winter's work, which should be as near June 1 as possible. Careful watering and frequent syringing during the hot days is an important part of the work. Staking and tieing must also be attended to. A light mulch in the fall is also very beneficial. But right here !■ where I want to call your attention to one of the most impor- tant features of our season's work, and. that is fumigating, for I believe the neg- lect of this has been the direct cause of my own failure, and the failure of others with Beauties this season. We saw no sign of green fly and therefore did not fumigate regularly. It was a great mis- take, and how dearly we paid for it later on in the season, trying to get rid of that small yet most dangerous insect known to the American Beauty rose, called the thrip. I believe I could write a book in telling of all the remedies and the numer- ous ways we tried to rid our Beauties of this little pest. But it was all in vain. They came to stay a whole season and I am satisfied they will stay it out. And the worst of it all is that they won't stop at any common tea rose or anything else as long as they have Beauties to feast on. At least they do not do near the damage on the tea varieties. Now about this early fumigating. We see now howcomparatively easy it would have been to get rid of this pest in the early fall. In the first place, we do not care to cut flowers for market; we want to leave all the wood on to get large plants for their winter's work, and then we find also that at that time of the year flowers are very low in' price and hardly worth shipping, so we could have smoked to our heart's content without doing any material damage to anything except the thrip or any other insects which we did not see at that time, for we did not take time to look. Just then no flowers were being damaged, or if there were a few we did not care, for they were so cheap. It was along in September and the fakirs were selling Beauties for 15 cents and 20 cents per dozen. We all know that if we want to see this little satan we must look for him. After hav- ing made all the attempts to murder him I have come to the conclusion that tobacco smoke is the best, and you may rest assured that this fall will not catch na napping, and I hope others will take heed of this and fumigate early and often. I have dwelt on this subject long enough to probably tire you, but I like to speak of it long and often so as to have it impressed on my own mind so strong that I will not forget it this fall. In growing the plants of this famous rose we have been very successful also in procuring a liberal amount of flowers, of which a fair proportion were long- stemmed. Our soil ii a light, sandy loam, 464 The American Florist. April ig. to which we add one-fifth well rotted cow manure and some bone meal. The American Beauty being a strong grower under good conditions is therefore a heavy feeder and we give liquid fertilizer as the days grow longer. Red spider mast be guarded against by syringing on all bright days during winter and two or three times a day during warm days. Black spot is a dangerous fungus and one which this rose, as well as most hybrid teas, are more or less subject to and must be kept in check by judicious watering and constantly picking off the diseased leaves. The temperature we like to have our Beauties at is 56° to 58°. The black spot, the green fly and the red spider must be guarded against at all times and if either should appear, by the use of energy and judicious work, all of these can be overcome. But the worst of all and the one thing I claim cannot be over- come without injury to the plants is the thrip. Gerbera Jamesoni. In a recent communication to the Gardeners' Chronicle, from South Africa, Peter Barr writes as follows concerning this plant: "It may interest your read- ers to know that it grows among magnetic stones; so powerfully magnetic are these stones, that running one of them along the edge of a table, a needle win as rapidly follow. Charles Ayres, the nurseryman, of Cape Town, who some years ago sent home so many Richardia Pentlandi, on returning from his excursion after the above plant, was asked by the magistrate of Barberton to accompany him to the spot where the A New Style Greenhouse. The accompanying illustration aflords a view in a carnation house built by the Dunkley Floral Company, Kalamazoo, Mich., being a reproduction from a recent photograph. The house was designed by the firm's manager, M. F. Kyle and erected in the place of the first two houses, built sixteen years ago, by the late Joseph Dunkley. The house is 125 feet in length, running east and west. The total width is twenty- five feet, but the roof is sectional, it being eight feet four inches from center to center of gut- ters. The walls are four feet high and from floor to gutters it is seven feet four inches, the gutters being supported on iron posts set in cement. The ridge is ten feet high. The house has proved very satisfactory and, the gutters being overhead, affords greater convenience ior operation and a most economical arrange- ments of benches, the new house having one more four-foot bench than had the two old ones. I Bat Guano. Hundreds of tons of bat guano have been discovered in a cave on a clifT over- looking what was once the bed of the Mississippi river, in Monroe county, Illi- nois, the market value of which is about $25 a ton. The discovery was made by George P. Boll, of No. 2615 St. Louis avenue, St. Louis, Mo., more than a year ago, since which time he has been experimenting with the value of this guano for fertiliz- ing, as compared with that of sea fowls found on the islands of the southern seas. CARNATION HOUSE OF DUNKLEY FLORAL CO., KALAMAZOO, MIOH. Gerbera Jamesoni grew, and he collected as many as his means of trans- port permitted, simply pulling up the plants, and stufllng then into sacks. After several days' journey they were none the worse, and after pulling the plants to pieces, he dispatched most of them to England, along with the collec- tion of bulbous plants, which form an item of hit world-wide business." Mr. Boll, a prospector, says this cave is on the property of George Kavanaugh, now five miles from the Mississippi river, near Glasgow City, III. The mouth of the cave is about twenty-five feet square and is almost 300 feet above the river level. Mr. Boll estimates that this guano deposit is more than .T,000 years old. Farmers in that section, he says, have told him that forty years ago the cave was filled with bats, the entrance guarded by rattlesnakes. The cave has been explored back 1,200 feet. The guano deposit is spread over its floor six to ei^ht feet deep. The roof of the cave is sixty feet high in places. The deposit is waxy and oily, and looks like coflee grounds. Some of it is yellow like clay. The cave is rich in saltpetre, and was discovered while Mr. Boll was prospecting for copper. It was at one time a gathering place for Indians. Shaw's Garden and florists of St. Louis are experimenting with the deposit dis- covered as a fertilizer for flowers, shrub- bery, gardens and lawns.— St. Louis Republic. [Numerous deposits of this kind exist in the United States, notablv in the val- ley of the Great Salt Lake, Utah, but their commercial value is, we believe, quite uncertain.— Ed. Am. Flohist ] A New "Fairy" Rose. At the last meeting of the State Flo- rists' Association of Indiana, William Hack, of Indianapolis exhibited three plants of a very pleasing seedling rose, one of which is shown in the accompany- ing illustration. It is in a 6inch pot and is one of the 100 plants which constitute his stock, the variety being a seedling of the Polyantha rose Miniature and now in its fourth year. The plant is of dwarf, compact habit, bearing very lew thorns. The foliage is dark green and deeply ser- rated. The flowers are borne m large trusses, are clear white, double and fra- grant, resembhng those of the Crimson Rambler in size and texture. The speci- mens shown warrant the conclusion that the variety will be an acquisition for Easter trade and, as Mr. Hack states that it is a free and continuous bloomer, it may also prove a good bedder. H. JURGB. Impressions of a Trip to Asheville. [An address by J, F. Sulhian, at a recent meet- ting 0/ the Detroit Florists' Club.] With the vision of flowers and the verdure of the trees which only the southern clime can produce in the month of March I left Detroit on a recent Mon- day for Asheville, N. C, to attend the meeting of the directors of the Society of American Florists. It was, indeed, with much anxiety and interest that I undertook that journey. Anxious to contribute my humble share in the work of the society and most deeply and keenly interested in the ulti- mate result of the selection of Asheville as a meeting place for our next conven- tion, and also interested personally to view with joy the "land of flowers" of which we hear so much and which it had never before been my pleasure to visit. I watched closely for the line of demarkation between the climate of the north and that of the south until dark- ness overtook me at Cincinnati on the Ohio river. I had heard that the waters of the Ohio were overflowing Its banks but darkness prevented me from seeing this extraordinary spectacle. The water at that time was rising two inches per hour and high water mark was moment- arily expected. Having passed through the celebrated blue grass region of Kentucky the moun- tainous region of that state was reached at daybreak and the scenery was grand every mile of the way. Before leaving the state and before reaching Harrfman Junction, just below the Tennessee line, we had passed through twenty-seven tunnels of various lengths, the longest of igo2. The American Florist. 465 which was, I believe, a quarter of a mile. Harriman Junction is the name of a little town of about 5,000 inhabitants at an altitude of 1,000 feet above the level of the sea and Is the junction ooint of the Southern Railway's line to Knoxville and Asheville, the main road continuing to Chattanoogaand New Orleans. About an hour's further ride brought me to Knoxville, Tenn., where to my pleasure and surprise I met our old friend_ J. D. Carmody, who, as yon all know, is one of the directors of the Society of American Florists and was alio on his way to Asheville. I had heard of numerous disastrous washouts on the road between Knoxville and Asheville before reaching the former place, but upon reaching that place it was learned definitely that the damages to the road were so great that traffic was entirely suspended and a force of 500 men was on the repairs. To reach Asheville the only course then open to us was to proceed by way of Chattanooga, Tenn.; Atlanta, Ga., and Spartanburg, S. C, and thence north to Asheville. Our train was not due to leave until 2 o'clock in the after- noon of that day, Tuesday. We there- fore had about five hours in which to see the points of interest in Knoxville. It was not long until we found two floral establishments, the stores of Charles W. Crouch and C.L. Banm.both of whom gave us a cordial greeting and, although we did not visit his green- houses, we learned that Mr. Crouch had quite an extensive range two miles from town, where further extensions of his plant are contemplated this summer. Mr. Baum has not been long in the busi- ness but is an ambitious, youthful fellow who did his utmost to make our stay in his town one of pleasure and interest. Knoxville is built on the sides of two mountains, separated by the Holston river, which is spanned by a magnificent iron bridge of recent construction, reach- ing from the side of one mountain to that of another, and Is about 200 feet above the water line. Numerous other bridges crossing the same stream were parts of many points of interest of this beautiful little town of 25,000 popula- tion so snugly situated between the rugged mountains. Quaint indeed are many of the buildings and characters to be seen here and from this point south the peculiarities of southern people, their customs and the general aspect of the country becomes distinctly defined and intensely interesting to people of the north. We left Knoxville to continue our journey 200 miles directly south to Atlanta, Ga., and from that point to Spartanburg, S. C, thence north to Ashe- ville, making a detour of 411 miles to reach the point of our destination. From the time we left Knoxville until w^e reached Atlanta, at about midnight, the rain was falling hard and to some ertent the views along the way were rendered less attractive, but nevertheless the diversity of the landscape was still interesting, dotted here and there with the humble southern cabin and occasion- ally the more pretentions mansion of the southern planter. It wasonr misfortune to pass Chattanooga during the night. This town of 35,000 Inhabitants is situated at an altitude of 7C0 feet above the level of the sea and abounds with historical points of interest con- nected with events of the Civil War. Here one of the national cemeteries con- tains the graves of over 12,000 soldiers. The famous battle fields at Mission 8EEDLINQ ROSE EXHIBITED AT INDIANAPOLIS BY WM. HACK. Ridge near here, Lookout Mountain and Chickamauga are famed the world over. Leaving Chattanooga and entering the state of Georgia our attention was centered upon the novel spectacle, to northerners, of vast cotton fields which extend to the end of one's vision on either side. Atlanta was reached about eleven o'clock at night and although this place is about 900 miles directly south from Detroit no appreciable difference in the climate was seen. This condition is accounted for by the fact that this winter was a most severely cold one in the whole south, while our latitude was favored with the mildest winterfor years. About midnight we resumed our journey to Spartanburg, S. C, without incident, where we arrived at 9 o'clock next morn- ing. This is a typical southern town of about 30,000 inhabitants. Here we again changed cars and having about one hour to wait we went to the leading hotel of the town where we had our breakfast, consisting of bacon, the cus- tomary meat of the south; fried eggs, corn cake and poor cofiee. From here we commenced the gradual ascent to the Blue Ridge and great Smoky range of mountains of North Carolina, where Asheville is situated, over 2,000 feet above the level of the sea. The anticipation of the most magnificent part of the trip is now intensified as we gradually approach the foot of the mountains. For a few miles after leav- ing Spartanburg the ascent is barely perceptible but as we traversed each mile It became more and more so till a place called Melrose was reached, where another engine was attached to our train to assist in climbing the steep grades that are now before us and here, too, begins scenes among the lofty mountains that are beautiful and mag- nificent beyond the power of pen to describe. The day was bright and clear, the air light and bracing, the blue sky above seemed to come nearer to us and com- pleted a picture of magnificence which cannot soon be forgotten. Oar progress was necessarily slow because of the steep grades we were now mounting. The turns and sharp curves in the track often would reveal to us the two engines ahead, pufiing and exerting all their power to pull the heavy train up the grade, which was every minute getting steeper and steeper, making us think as we got higher and higher that we would sure enough be able to "tickle the angels' feet." I was never much of an admirer of mountains but the scenes hereabout soon converted me and strange, indeed, must be the person who, going^through 466 The American Florist. April ig, th!i place, would not be OTer-awed by the beautifiil and impressive sighti he continually beholds. As the train wound around through the valleys we could occasionally see in the distance a moun- tain still higher than us and miles away covered with snow, while just about us and continually greeting us was beauti- ful green laurel that contrasted deeply with the dormant trees above. Picture if you can how charming it must be amid such scenes ^hen the verd- ure of the trees in spring or summer-time is added to it's present beauty and grandeur. Here, to the delight of everyone, can be seen the noble oak trees towering far above the train with the mistletoe in abundance in plain sight and, slow as the train goes, we part with regret with recurring beautiful sights. In this sparsely inhabited district can be seen the most unpretentious cabins imaginable on the sides of the mountains, which at once suggested the thought as to where and how the occupants obtain a livelihood. Mr. Carmody thought per- haps moonshine industries were relied upon. Occasionally we could see In a deep valley below us a little settlement with fertile fields adjoining, evidently given to the growing ot family vegetables and coin to supply the moonshine indus- tries. Finally, after a journey of about 1,200 miles, we reached Asheville at 3 o'clock in the afternoon and went at once to our headquarters at the Swannanoa Hotel were the executive committee was in session. On Wednesday evening a banquet was tendered us in the Swannanoa Hotel, at which Vice-president Deake presided, with two members of the local Board of Trade present. It was a very informal affair and the best of good humor and pleasantries prevailed, the spirits and customs of southern hospitalities being always present. At a late hour and after supper, Mr. Young, who is an Elk and proprietor of the Swannanoa Hotel, invited the whole party to_ Elks' Hall, where we were royally received by the local members. Mr. Carmody, I believe, was the only one of our party an Elk and it is only simple justice to these good Elks to say that never before in my life did I see a more hearty welcome and genuine good fellowship. On Thursday afternoon the Board of Trade provided open carriages for the entire party for a ride. After a drive through Asheville we were soon at the entrance of the Vanderbilt estate, Bilt- more. Not far from the entrance the palatial residence is built and stopping there a general view was taken of the country around and one's first thought is that it is no wonder this spot was selected as the abiding place of one with unlimited means. Looking off to the south could be seen Mispagh Mountain, said to be thirty miles away, intervened with numerous smaller mountains, val- leys, rivers and streams, making the whole a panorama of unexcelled beauty, grandeur and magnificence. The large conservatories, wherenothingwasspared in the construction and appointments, were soon entered. Here Robert Bot- tomly, who perhaps many of you know, at least by reputation, is in charge. He received us cordially and showed us through the place. We then resumed our journey through part of this estate of 9G,000 acres. It could be observed that much of the primi- tive condition of the ground is being maintained, although In some places a departure is made by building dams, channels, artificial lakes and streams. A vast arboretum is being planted with every species indigenous to that climate. It is yet only partly done and it will take many years to complete it. Of special interest to us all were the many groups of native rhododendrons in their season of blooming, along the many drives, where they are a sight of gorgeous splen- dor and beauty. Indeed, it would be a big undertaking to only partly describe the many scenes of interest on this vast and magnificent estate. Our return trip to the hotel was made through different beautiful drives of this Interesting little city of 15,000 inhabit- ants. On Friday afternoon Vice-presi- dent Deake took the party out to his J. D. THOMPSON. (Miinipul.itor of the new carnation Enchantress.) neat little greenhouse establishment, where a pleasant hour was spent, after which we proceeded up the mountain to Overlook Park, which was reached alter a most interesting ride of about a half hour by trolley car on a road most of which has been recently built, Mr. Deake says, purposely for the benefit of the Society of American Florists. Higher and higher we kept going, objects in the valley below appearing smaller and smaller. Near the top of the mountain we passed through a wooded district that for a time obstructed our view below, but, still ascending, we soon emerged and reached an observation platform over 3,000 feet above the level ot the sea and the sight that met our gaze there I shall never forget. I instinct- ively turned to the party and said: "I will go back to Detroit and with all the power that I can command I will try to persuade every member of our club to visit Asheville in August and If anyone hesitates, doubting the pleasure the visit will afford him, I will offer to pay his expenses there if, after retummg to Detroit, he Is not more than satisfied with the result of his trip." My descriptive powers fail utterly to properly and fully portray the immens- ity, the grandeur and truly magnificent and charmingly beautiful scenes here to behold. Looking down into the valley we saw large farms that appeared as small as gardens, with the trees of dimin- utive size, surrounding the cozy houses, with their bright tiled roofs, and up the sides of the mountains In the distance appear numerous hotels and summer palaces and miles still further beyond we see the snow capped mountains. Inspir- ing indeed is this magnificent spectacle which will never be effaced from mj' mem- ory and which I hope will be the privi- lege and pleasure of every member of our club to enjoy next August. As the Eastern members left for home I accompanied them the short distance from the Asheville depot to Biltmore, near where the propagating houses, cold frames and nursery grounds of the Van- derbilts are located. A Mr. Brown, a florist originally form Grand Rapids and who has lived in Asheville for the past few years and was familiar with the grounds and houses, showed me through them. Five large houses are given to the propagation of shrubbery and vines and at the time they were potting off over 100,000 hard-wood cuttings. The grounds immediately surrounding the bouses were planted closely with paeonias, phloxes and trees of all kinds in various degrees of development, which, as they reach the standard nursery size, are used to plant at different places throughout the estate. Leaving Asheville at night I was denied the further pleasure of seeing the great French Broad river along which the road from Asheville to Knoxvilleis built. But some of it I did see. It was peculiar as well as pleasing and beautiful almost along its entire length. The trees from either side lean over across the water as if in fond embrace. The water at most times is clear and running swiftly and the winds and turns it takes through the mountainous region make it one of the points ot interest to the southern trav- eler. Though physically weary I never tired of feasting my eyes upon the scenes along this most beautiful river. To describe the many other points ot Interest from here home would detain you too lon^, for they were many, but some conception of it can be had from the fact that although before leaving home I packed my grip with reading matter to while away the time, I can tell you hon- estly that the interest along the route was so great that I did not take a look in hand. And now, fellow members of the club, I want to make a plea for the Society of American Florists and say that, stripped of every other consideration but loyalty to the society, you sho'jld this year more particularly than at any other time give your cheerful support to it. Many of you are now members and all of you should be. We sometimes hear one say that the proceedings of the society are easily accessible through the columns of the trade journals and they regard the $3 dues of the society an unnecessary burden but please bear in mind that the very trade journal you so much esteem owes its very origin and growth to the society whose proceedings it conveys to its read- ers. The Amehican Florist was the pioneer of progressive trade literature and the willing exponent of the most advanced methods of growing plants and cut flowers and of the most Improved methods of greenhouse building and heat- ing, and its very existence and con- tinued usefulness to the trade is traoe- able to the Society of American Florists' good work. There is not a florist in this country whose trade is large or small but who has been benefited directly and indirectly by the Society of American Florists. Patrick O'Mara's success in securing from the great carriers of the country a igo2. The American Florist. 467 reduction of twenty per cent from mer- chandise rates for florists was only accomplisbed because the great Society of American Florists was behind him in his efforts and it compelled the express companies to recognize the value and influence of the florists' industry of this country. The accomplishment of this alone is sufficient to excite the admira- tion of every florist of the country, large or imall, and prompt him to give to the society his cheerful and generous support. If vou have not already done so send without delay the $3 dues to the sec- retary and join the ranks of the large delegation that I sincerely hope will and which I am very sure ought to go to Asheville, "The Land of the Sky" next August and then it can be truly said that the aims, purposes and achievements of the Society of American Florists are so valuable, praiseworthy and such a benefit to the craft that it can hold its meetings in either Asheville or any other remote part of the country and still make advances, maintain its numerical strength and use- fulness and enjoy the loyal support of its members for all time to come. Another Big Carnation D^al. We have been informed of the fact that another big carnation deal has been con- summated. As in the case of the Law- son, Peter Fisher, of Ellis, Mass., is a prominent figure in the transaction. The variety concerned this time is one of his seedlings. Enchantress, a beautiful light pink of the highest merit. The price paid for this new wonder is said to be much larger than that which Mr. Fisher actually received for the Lawson. The figure is $10,000 and it has been given by the J, D. Thompson Carnation Co , of Joliet, 111. It will be remembered that Mr. Thomp- son was the first to ofier anything like a sensational price for a new carnation, when he tendered Mr. Fisher $5,000 for the stock of Lawson. It is now well known that this price was not sufficiently large to induce Mr. Fisher to part with Lawson, and that another purchaser was found who gave a larger sum for the stock of this variety. Mr. Thompson, however, may be justly regarded as the creator of high prices for new carnations. Thua again does the west set pace for the rest of the country. Peter Fisher states that Enchantress is as free a bloomer as Lawson and supe- rior to that variety in every other respect. It blooms earlier than Lawson, giving a stem much longer and as stiff as in that variety. The blooms average three and one-half inches in diameter and fully expanded flowers sometimes meas- ure over four inches. The color is far deeper than Daybreak at its best, a beautiful shade oi light pink, somewhat darker toward the center. The blooms are produced on stifi stems two to three feet in length and the flower is held per- fectly erect. It is decidedly in the same class as Lawson, which is the pollen parent. The keeping and shipping qual- ities are exceptional. Seven blooms sent from Ellis to Buffalo and back, 1,000 miles, were kept five days, then repacked and sent to Indianapolis, 1,000 miles more, kept until the second day of the exhibition. In scoring it has been awarded ninety-eight points by expert judges. Some flowers of this new variety now on exhibition in Fleischman's Chicago store are attracting much attention. Fleischman handles the regular carnation blooms of the new proprietors of ^fv"^ ^4^ ^^ L. ^ ■** .^jj^ r ■h^v v^Lv? '.iHi^KTf -^ ^p' ^ li'M^ ^ ■'' -^«jir.w^ swK^Rir* 9L .' 'iLT^ <5 ^^^^'^^W'^^^ Ij^^«< 4 ^K: fc ^'"^F^r^^W- "^tlliV- 7 jMKnM. ^ ^mP ^1 ^ ^^■^'^.'i^W^Ii ^M m-^.^xa 2^«-. ;« l£m Srirl'Ar^^VKf^V^'Ov ^Wl. ^^B r^ ' ^"*t5 Jv^^B^ '^IS^'HK n .J^Hr? ^T tK .4-inch hemlock wel furn- ished with everything needed; is 2:0 feet long. 20 feet wide. Also fine 3-story dwelling house ana ell — 13 rooms heated with doc water and hot air — fine bath room with hot and cold water. One of the best locations in center of town. Good stable, stone cellar with cement bottom. Address S. W. P., P. O. Box 1 8, Billerica, Mass. Jj If you want to get the want ^ ^ you want to get, you want g W to get your want ad into the AMERICAN! FLORIST Try it now. Every advertisement represents a genuine want. <^ It pays to answer them. ^ jt jf 472 The American Florist. April ig, Montreal. CLUB AMENDS CONSTITUTION AND PLANS BUCHRE PARTY. — STOCK SCARCE. — PAR- TICULAR CALL FOE FUNERAL FLOWERS. — PERSONAL AND TRADE DOINGS. The last meeting of the Montreal Gar- deners' and Florists' Club was rather poorly attended, considering the import- ance of the business to be transacted. ■The constitution was amended so that now anv active member, upon the pay- ment of $25, shall be entitled to a life membership. Jno. Prescott spoke in favor of having a mixed euchre party in the near future, and another suggestion was that vie should hold a euchre party in the Chicagonian style. At the close of business William Hall read a paper upon his experience in carnation growing. It is the general opinion that the Provincial Government will grant us $250 a year to be used for our annual chrysanthemum show. Owing to the dark weather we have had for the last couple of weeks and to the brisk demand for cut flowers, mostly white, the supply is inadequate as to roses and carnations. The quaUty in general is fairly good and cut bulbous stock is easier than ever. The Mount Royal Cemetery will improve the landscaping of the entrance of the cemetery by removing the old greenhouses and replacing them with up to date ones. Hall & Robinson are adding 10,000 feet of glass to their growing establish- ment. They will erect one carnation house and one for miscellaneons stock. Jos. Bennett shakes hands with himself when he sees his fine lot of Schizanthus Wisetonensis and cinerarias. P. McKenna & Son are putting up a big rose house. G. V. Erie, Pa.— The S. Alfred Baur Com- pany has been incorporated with a capital of $100,000. Grand Rapids, Mich.— Samuel Perry, well known as a lettuce grower, is build- ing a big house for the forcing of aspara- gus. St. Cloud, Minn.— The Kindler Floral Company is adding a greenhouse 15x65 and a boiler room and pottingshed 8x15 feet. HoLYOKB, Mass— At the last meet- ing of the Horticultural Society, G. W. Thorniley, of Northampton, read a paper on "Popular Plants Suitable for House Culture." LILY BULBS Rubrum. Auratum, Album, Giganteum, Single Tiger, Double Tiger, close riiies. GladioluslSOO" JM O V £Il J^ X . for cut nower work and floriets' window decorations. Spikes 15 inches long, very strong grower, rich red color, three white spots on lower petal. Good substance lasting well after cutting. Successive plantings of this would secure fine window show the whole season. Per 100, $3.75. GLADIOLUS Mixtures Ll°rlent Vaughan's Seed Store, l^^Z Always mention the American Flo- rist when writing to advertisers. COMMISSIONS CARRIED OUT in LONDON or any part of Great Britain. Messrs. WILLS & SEGAR will attend to any commission from American florists for the supply of Cut Flowers, Birthday Flowers, Bouquets, High Class Floral Designs, etc., to their clients who may be traveling in England . Ufll I C 0 CCfAD Court Florists to tlU niLLo Ob OlUAiIi majesty. The King. ROYAL EXOTIC NURSEHY, Telegrams, Onslow Crescent. South Kensington, Flobculo, London. LONDON, ENGLAND. Wbol^ale power/arKjfe MrLWAUKKB, Apr. 17. Roses, Beauty, long, per doz. 3.00® 4.00 •■ " med. " 1.60® 2.00 " " short " .50® 1.00 " Liberty 6.0O@10.0O " Bride, Bridesmaid 4.00® 6.00 " Meteor 4.00® 6.00 " Golden Gate 6.00® 8.00 Perle 4.00® 6.00 Oarnationi, ordinary 1 0) " fancy 2 00 Callas 8. CO Harrisii 10 OO Lily of the valley 4.00 Daffodils 3.00® 4.00 Tulips 2.00® 3.00 Adiantum 75® 1.00 SmUai 18.00@30 00 A.iparagui 65.00 Common ferns .25 PiTTBBUBe, Apr. 17. Koiei, Beauty, specials 3J.0C@40.0O " " extras 20.00®2n.00 No. 1 10.00@15.00 " " No. 2 3.00® 6.00 " Bride, Bridesmaid 2 00®10 00 " Meteor 6.00@12 00 Oarnatlons 1.60® 4 00 Lily of the valley 2.00® 4.00 Violets 20® .75 Harrisii lilies 8.00@12 00 Pansies 50® 1.00 Daisies l.OCfe 2.0) Tulips 3.00® 4.00 Sweet Peas 76(» 1.50 (jmuax 15.00®20.00 A.diantum 75® 1 .00 liparagui 50.00®75.00 COIOIHNATI, Apr. 17. Koies, Beauty 20.00@40.00 " Bride 4.00® 6.00 " Bridesmaid 4.00® 6.00 " Meteor 4.90® 8.00 " Perle 3.00® 4 00 Oarnationi 1.51® 3.0O Violets 50® 1.00 Harrisii lilies 15.00 Lilv of the valley 3.00® 4.00 Daffodils 3.00 Tuhps 3. CO® 5.00 Romans, Paper Whites 2.00® 4.00 Asparagus 60.00 Smilax IB-CO Adiantum cuneatum 1.00 Common ferns .20 St. Lodib, .\pr. 17. Roses, Beauty, short stem 5.00®12.50 '• long stems Ift.OOSlH.OO " Bride, Bridesmaid 3.00® 5.00 Meteor 3.00® B. 00 " Golden Gate 4.00® 6.00 □srnatloni, ordinary 1.60® 2.00 " choice 2. BO® 3.00 Violets 26® ..50 Sweet peas 25® I.IO Harrisii 8 00@IO.OO Cailas « O.@10.O0 Lily of the valley 3.00® I.OO Romans I 0O@ 2.00 Narcissi 2.60(i" 3 00 Tulips 2.00® 3.00 Jmilai . 16 00 Asparagus Sprengerl 1.00® 1.60 " PlumoBUB 1.00® I 60 Watch This Space rOR FUTURE BARGAINS. jOHisr j3Ror>, 349 West North Avenue, CHICAGO, ILL. Greenhouies, Niles Center, III. Fitase n rntton Che American Florist when wrMng. E. H. Hunt, WHOLESALE. Cut flowers THE "OLD RELIABLE," 76 Wabash Ave., CHICAGO. Frank M. Ellis, WHOLESALE FLORIST, 1316 Pine Street, ST. LOUIS, MO. CONSIGNMENTS SOLICITED. H.G.BERNING Wholesale florist 1322 Pine St., ST. LOUIS, MO. C. A. KUEHN. Wholesale Florist, IISZ PINE STREET, — LOUIS, HO. iVA complete line of Wire Designs. Pittsburg Gut Flower Go. Ltd WHOLESALE FLORISTS. .^ Pittsburg, Pa. The Cincinnati Gut Flower Co., »JS». WHOLESALE FLORISTS. Consignments Solicited. Special Attention Given to Shipping Orders. Cut Flower Exchange, WM. DILOER, Mana^r, WHOLESALE COMMISSION. Full line of Florists' Supplies and Deoorattona. Special attention to ahtpping orders, 26 Miami Avenue, DETRDIT, MICH. RICE BROTHERS WHOLESALE FLORISTS and FLORAL SUPPLIES. Receivers and Shippers of Fresh Cut flowers. Special nttt'Tition to shipping onliTS. A t'.ora- ph'tc line of Florists' iicojs. Send for price list, Prompt returns on nil collsl^:umL'^ts. 128 N. Sixth St. MINNEAPOLIS, MINN. Galax Leaves,Etc. ' Pit lOOn Choice Hron/e and Green, Giilux $ 55 Choice Leucothoe Sprays 8.00 Choice Fancy and DanRer Ferns 75 Rhododendron Spr*yB, 10 to "20 icHveg on each spray, brltrht glossv ^i^ecn, $5.C0 per case of 1000— nr^ lbs. Leaves alone ftOc per 1000 Send lor prices on jilants. Cash with Hr.st ordiT. J. NELSON PRITCHARD, ELK PARK, N. C. Please mention the A merican FJoriit when wriiina igo2. The American Florist. 473 We want all flower buyers on our mail list for our weekly price list. Sond ub vour name and address. Our BISINESS GROWS by dint of careful attention to the requirements of cor customers. A satisfied customer means a steady customer and that's the kind of customer we try to make of every man who sends us a first order. Would you like to be one of our satisfied cus- tomers ? Write us about it to-day. (^W (^* ^* ^" ^^ ^* «^* *^* E.C.Amling The Largest, Best Equipped and Most Centrally Located Wholesale Cut Flower House in Chicago. 32-34-36 Randolph St. CHICAGO. PRICE LIST. BEAUTIES. 3O-30-inL".h stems, per doz., 24 •• 30 •■ 16 " li " " " 6 to 8-iD, " per lOO $3.00 2.00 150 1.00 $4.00 5.00 Per 100 L. D. PHONES CENTRAL 1999 AND 1977, Brides $4 00 6.00 Maids 4.00 6 00 Meteors 4,00 6.00 Gates 4.00 6,00 Carnations 1.25 1.50 large and fancies 3.00 3.00 Callas perdoz., l.OO 1.25 Sweet Peas 1 CO l.fO Violets 1.00 Valley, select 4.00 Asparagus plumosus, per stg, .50 .75 " Sprengeri 4.00 Perns per 1000, $2.60; .25 Galax. " 1.35; .15 Leucothoe sprays 1.00 Adiantum 1.00 1.50 Smilax perdoz.. 1.50 2.00 Prices subject to change without notice J.H.BUDL0NG Boses and Carnations A Specialtyoc 37-39 Randolph Street, CHICAGO. WHOLESALE 6R0WER of CUT FLOWERS WEILAND AND RISCH CHICAGO'S RELIABLE Wholuale Growert and Shippers ot OUT FLOWERS, 59 Wabash Ave., Chicago. esm) FOB TTSBKLT PBIOB LIST. WHOLESALE FLORISTS Benthey&Co. F. r. BENTHEY, Manaser, Wholesale Commission Florists 3W5 Randolph St.. CHICAGO. l^rConBlKnmenta solicited FRANK GARLAND, of Cut Flowers Wbolfjale power/arKjfe Wholesale Grower I^KI«P«^«S SPECIAL ATTENTION GIVEN TO HARDY CUT 55-57 WABASH AVENUE, Telephone Central 3284. CHtIOA.QO. Piease mention the A merica n Florist when vritinz- GEO. REINBERG, "tssr,.! Cut Flowers Choice Amerlcui Beauties. We will take care of your orders at reasonable prices. Prompt attention. 61 Wabaah Ave., CHICAGO, ILL. PETER REINBERG, Grower and Wholesaler of Cot Flowers, eOO.OOO PEET OP QLA8S. H.adquart.rs for Am.rioan Beautjr. 51 Wabaah Ave., ■ CHICAGO, ILL. Please mention the American Florist when writing- CHiOAeo, Apr. 18. Roiet, Beauty, 3 Ho 36-inch items 24 " 20 " " " 15 " 12 " 6 to 8 " " per 100 ' Bride, Bridesmaid " Meteor " Perle " GoldenOate Carnations Violets Lily of the valley Harrisii Callas, perdoz 1.00@1.25 Tulips Daffodils Adiantum Common ferns per 1,000 13 50 Galai leaves, per 1000 11.00 Smilaz per dozen 1.50@ 2.00 3.00 2.00 1 50 1.00 .75 4.00® 5.00 3 00® 6 00 3.00® 6.00 3 00® 6.00 3 00® 6.00 1.00® 3 00 .60® 1 OO 3.00® 4.00 8.OO@13.0O 3.00® 4.00 2.00 CHICAGO. JOHN MUNO, Gut Flowers 51 Wabash Ave., CHICAGO. Telephone Central 3598. All telegraph aad telephone orders given prompt attention. Bassett&Wasiiburn 76 & 78 Wabash Ave., CHICAGO. aiiolesale Dealers and A„A d^aaiAiiA Growers of but MOWeiS GREENHOUSES: HINSDALE. ILU. Please mention the American Florist when writing Poehlmann Bros. Co. Wholesale Growers of 5"e'aler.ln Cut FlOWCrS All telegraph and telephone orders __ __ given prompt attention. o5-o7 Greenhouses: Randolph Street, Morton Grove, 111. CHICAQO, ILL. A. L. Randall, WHOLESALE flORIST. 4 Washington Strset, CHICAGO Send for weekly price list and special quotations on 1000 lots. The American florist Company's DIBECTOBT contains the names and addresses of the Florists, Nurserymen and Seedsmen of the United States and Canada. PRICE. S2.00. 474 The American Florist. Ai)ril ig. SAMUEL S. PENNOCK, Wholesale^Florist, I6H-I8 LimOW ST., PHIUDELPKH, P>. GEO. A. SUTHERLAND, 34 Hawley St., BOSTON. Telephone 1370 aialn. BEST BOSTON FLOWERS. AU Supplies. An entire floor Devoted to Stock and Manu- facturing. Distributing Agent for United States for the wonderful Liberties. LETTER, unequalled for design work. Script, any color, ZVn: a letter. Block letUrs, JVic each. The most elaborate design work to order in a few minutes. General AesNTs; H. BAYERSOORFER & CO., Philadelphia REED & KELLER. New York City. SPECIALTIES THIS WEEK: Special American Beauty, Lily of the Valley, Violets. CITY HALL GUT FLOWER MARKET WELCH BROS., Props. 9 CHAPMAN PLACE. 15 PROVINCE STREET. Boston, Mass. The best market for Growers who can ship good Cot Flower stock. J. K. ALLEN, t06 West 28th Street, uriii vnDV OITV lone 167 Madison Sq. HtlY TUnK llllli Telepbo N. F. McCarthy & go. 84 Hawley St., BOSTON, ARE RECEIVING ELEGANT ROSES- ALL VARIETIES. DON'T YOU WANTSOME? Tel. 734 and 64 Mala. Geo. M. Moss, WHOLESALE FLORIST, 32 South 17th Street, PHILADELPHIA, PA. LoDg Distance 'Phone 1-41-26 D. Consignments of Roses, Carnations, Violets solicited. N.Y. GUT FLOWER EXCHANGE 404-412 E, 34th St. Near Ferry. Open for Cnt Flower Sales at 6 o'clock Every Aiomlng DESIRABLE WALL 8PACE TO RENT FOR ADVERTISING. JOHN DONALDSON, Secretary. Wbolgale flower/\arK?fe BOBTOH, Apr. 16. Roiei, Beauty, extra 20 " " medium 6 " " culls 2 " Bride, Bridesmaid, Meteor. 1 " extra 5. Swert Peas Carnations 1 - " fancy 3 Lily of the valley 2. Violets Lilies 6 Narcissus 1. Tulips, 1 Callas 6 A.diantull] .\sparagu8 Smilax 12 Philadblphla, Apr. 16 Roses, Tea 6 " extra 10 Beauty, extra 20 firsts 10 Queen of Edgely, extra '■ " firsts Carnations 2 Lily of the valley 4 Asparagus 25 Smilax 15, 00@30.00 00@15.00 00® 4.00 00® 4.00 oo@io.oo I 00 fO® 2.00 50® 3 00 no® 3.00 30® ,60 00® 8,00 GO® 2,00 00® 3.00 ,00® 8.00 1.00 .50. CO .00@I6.00 oo NEW LATE CABBAGE "HOUSER" The largest Hard-heading, Fine Grained, Smallest Hearted, Distinct Round, Late Cabbage known. Gar- deners will do well to give it a trial. Mr. J. M- Lupton, the noted cabbage specialist says: It is entirely- distinct and kei.'ps over the winter better than any other kind. Pkt 10c; 02. 50c: 1-4 lb. $1.60; pound $5.50, postpaid. Catalogue free for asking. H. L. HOLMES. Seedsman, Harrisburg, Pa. ESTABLISHED 1802 SEEDS A Few Left Per 100 1000 LILIUM SPECIOSUM MELPOMENE, large size, 9 to 11-inohes $8.50 $80.00 LILIUM AURATUM, large size, 9toll-iuches 8.00 75.00 J.IVI.THORBURN&CO. (\jt\t of IS John Str«t) S6 CORTLANDT STREET. NEW VOm TiEROSE BULBS. Medium size, about 3 to 4-inch, sound, dry and well cured bulbs EXCELSIOR FEABL i!4.25 per 1000, f. o. b. Colum- bus, as long as unsold. THE LIVINGSTON SEED CO. Box 103, COLUMBUS, OHIO. Gel Something \m Fern Wreaths are finer and showier for store windows and verandas than the Fern Balls. To introduce them we offer extra bar- gain. Each, 25c; Doz., #2.50; 100, |I8. Try Them. CYCAS HEVOLUTA, V4 lb. to 30 lb. siems; 10 lbs.. $1.0!;. 100 U.S., tS.UU; case of \m lbs.. $21.00. We Offer to CLEAR FOR SEASON Greatly Reduced. Doz. $ .30 .50 1.25 .40 100 1000- %-im 117.00 400 35.00 9.00 •i.r^ 2J.00 1. 00 8.00- 1.76 16.00 2.60 16.0) 30.PO 2.00 16.00 1.50 10.00 .7.'^ 6.00 BEGONIA, Single, separate colors Double " " .. CALADIUM, I'ancv named, choice GLOXINIA, Mixi«d GLADIOLI, \m. Ilyb. 60 per cent white and liglit 15 May. Florists' favorite 25 GroH't Hybrids 40 AMARYLLIS JOHNSONI 2 00 \'lttnta Ilvblid.s, QeinS 2.50 CANNAS, bi>»t nami'd 30 Mivfd 20 MONTBRETIAS, Finest grandillnra siTta 15 NEW DAHLIA GERMANIA 6IANT. Kinost silvt-ry pink. Ijurge llowers on long stIfT stems; sold tkt 25 cents a do/on through seiisoD iu New York Miirkct. CertiUciUi' of nuTit at Miidi- son S<|U!tre ilower show IltOl. StronR lield-nrown clumps, fui'li 25 l^ase mention the American Ftoriit when writing. igo2. The American Florist. 477 FLORISTS' FLOWER SEEDS VSUGHXN'S ASTERS. •*THE CARLSON" an imoroved Pceony-Flowered Aster, much liked in the Chicago market, BRANCHING OR SEMPLE, White, pink or lavender, each, trade pkt, 35o, hi oz. Trade pkt H oz. 30. 10 25 $ .75 10 30 I.OO 10 30 1.00 10 35 1.20 10 25 .70 10 20 .50 10 30 1.00 10 30 l.CO 10 20 .50 10 10 15 25 .50 White round, $8.00; Rose pink '* " Lavender pound, 812.00 Red " Daybreak pink Mixi'.l pound, $6.00 VAUGHAN'S NEW UPRIGHT WHITE BRANCHING, lb. $13.00 VAUGHAN'S NEW UPRIGHT PINK BRANCHING, lb.. $12.00 QUEEN OF THE MARKET, White 1 Pink I Scarlet j- Each •* " " Light blue 1 *• " " DaVk blue J " " " Mixed ALYSSUM, Little Gam, extra fine strain., .pound, $2.50 ASPARAGUS SPREN6ERI, 100 seeds. 50c; 1000 seeds, $2.00; 5000 seeds. Write for prii'cs on l.'irger lots. Trade pkt. CENTAUREA Imparialis, mixed, all the fallowing sorts 10 Alba, pure white 10 Aritiida, lilac 10 " " Pavorita, brilliant rose 10 " " Graziosa, dark lilac 10 " " Splendens, dark purple 10 " Variabilis, white, fading to rose 10 COBiEA Scandsns, purple IbJS.OO; 10 DAISY, Burbank's Naw Shasta Daisy 25 PHLOX DRUMMONDI. Grandiflora, Stellata Splendens, white, scarlet, pink, crimson, striped each 10 60 Lanie Flowarlng, Haest mixed 10 50 VAUGHAN'S INTERNATIONAL PRIMULA MIXTURE. This mixture is com- — posed of the most salable colors of single flowering Chinese Primulas, the best whites, pinks and reds, with a sprinkling of other colors, enough to give a large variety of colors, the most important shades predominating. We have taken special pains to make this mixture as complete as possible and unreservedly recom- mend it to everyone. Price for International Mixture, pkt. of 359 seeds, 50c; 5 pkts. 1250 seeds, $3.00; per 1-16 oz. $2.50. OBCONICA Grandiflora, mixed, 1- 16 oz. 85c; pkt. trade pkt. 25s. FORBESI, "Baby Primrose," flowers rosy lilac, free blooming, excellent for pots. The seedlings begin to bloom 3 months after sowing; 500 seeds 35c. ff:g~ 10 per cent. Special Cash Discount on orders over i.50. Oz. 60 85 70 70 70 70 70 25 SWEET PEAS. Our Sweet Pea Seed was raised by the most careful grower and is equal to the best in the country. We invite comparison. Any of the following, per oz., 3c., except where noted. M Lb. Blanche Burpee, very large white 10 Blanche Ferry, pink and white 10 •• " txtra early, 10 days earlier 10 California, very soft "Daybreak" pink 10 Captain el the Blues, purplish mauve 10 Countess, the New, clear lavender 10 Countess of Powls, orange suffused with purple 10 Countess of Radnor, delicate lavender 10 Earliest of All, 8 davs earlier than Ex. Early Blanche Ferry 15 Emily Henderson, white, early and free 10 Her Majesty, beautiful rose, large 10 Kathsrine Tracy, soft but brilliant pink 10 Lady Grisel Hamilton, best of all lavender sorts 15 Lady Mary Currle, bright orange pink 10 •Mrs. Eckford, delicate primrose yellow 10 ffavy Blue, a new, deep violet-blue 15 Prima Donna, soft pink 10 Prince of Wales, new, bright rose self 15 Sadie Buraee, new white, white- seeded 15 " " " " black-seeded 15 Salopian, the best of all reds 10 VAUGHAN'S FLORISTS' MIXTURE.— This mixture, which is made up by our- selves from separate colors carefully proportioned, of the best cut- flower sorts and colors, is bound to give satisfaction. ^ lb., lOc; lb., 30c.; 5 lbs.. $1.25 10 1ba..$!.25. NEW SWEET PEA-MONT BUNC— Oz., 15o.; « lb., 40c.; lb , $1 25; 2 lbs., $3.25; 5 lbs.. J5 00. Tr. pk. Oz. CANDYTUFT. New Giant Hyacinth-Floworad. This improved new strain is far superior to Empress. The flower-heads are of immense size, six inches long and about three inches across, resembling a Dutch Hyacinth. They are pure white, and furnish excellent material for cutting. Pound, $2..'iO; trade pkt., lOo; oz., 30c. MIGNONEnE, TRUE MACHET. Trade pkt., lOc: vS-oz., 255; — ' ^ ■ 2-ozs., 75c; Ji-lb., $1.25. Lb. 5 Lbs. 25 $1.00 25 1.00 25 1.00 30 30 1.25 25 1.00 30 25 1.00 30 1.50 30 25 l.CO 25 1.10 40 30 1.25 30 1.33 50 25 1.10 40 1.65 30 30 25 1.10 50c; NASTURTIUM. "VAUGHAN'S SPECIAL" Mixture of Tall Nasturtiums MME. GUNTHER'S HYBRIDS, true 10 lbs., $j.25 . "VAUGHAN'S SPECIAL" Mixture of Dwarf Nasturtiums. . . . Oz. M-lb. lb. .10 $ .20 $ .70 .10 .20 .60 .10 .20 .70 FOR OTHER FLOWER SEEDS SEE OUR "BOOK FOR FLORISTS.' FREE ON APPLICATION. $2.00 for Flower Seeds if the cash is enclosed. ,,^^ VAUGHSN'S SEED STORE, NEW YORK, 14 Barclay Street. 84-86 Randolph Street, CHICAGO. GREENHOUSES: WESTERN SPRINGS, ILLINOIS. HEADQUARTERS FOR Green Goods Where you never eet dis- appointed. We always have the stock on hand and of the best quality. FANCY and Vot^-n e DAGGER X Cilia, $1.50 per 1000. Discount on large orders. BRILLIANT BRONZE AND GREEN GALAX, 75c per 1000 in 5000 lotg. Satisfaction guaranteed. SELECTED SOUTHERN WILD SMILAX, S4 and S7 per case. Also LAUREL FESTOONING, good and full, 4c, 5c and 6c per yard. ^P~ Orders by Mail, Telephone or Telegraph promptly attended to. HENRY M. ROBINSON & CO., 32-34-36 Court Sq.. BOSTON, MASS. Please rmnfton the American Florist when writing' Beans and Peas Crop 1901, Selected Stock. :00 Bush. Beans, Early Red Valentine. 100 " ■■ Ex. Early Refugee. 100 " '• Refugee orlOOO to 1. 10 ■■ " Detroit Wax. 10 ■• ■• Wardwell's Wax. 30 " Peas, (crop 1900), Pride of tlie Market. WRITE FOR PRICES TO A.. AT. r>. {Siw'DiGie, Florist and Seedsman, RIdgewood, New Jersey. PUase mention the A merican Florist when writing. POOTEP CUTTINGS VVVVV9VV 9V vfvvfvvt' »• v »• V V V w VV V te f v'w tf w VV vV t^'VVWwWVWW® m m « W m Per ICO Per 1000 PROSPERITY $1.00 $30.00 IRENE 3.00 25.00 MRS. LAWSON 3.00 25 00 MARQDIS 1.25 10.00 Per 100 Per 1000 G.H.CRANE 1.25 10.00 FLORA HILL 1.25 10.00 MRS. JOOST 11.00 16.00 WHITE CLOUD 1.25 10.00 ieO®B> I»r^A.:N^'X^® from 2y2-in. pots. Per 100 Per 1000 METEOR $3,00 $?5 00 PERLE 3.00 25.011 BRIDE 3.00 25.00 Per 100 Per IQOO BRIDESMAID $3.00 $25.00 GOLDEN GATE 3,00 25.00 KAISERIN 3.00 2500 The above named stock Is clean, well rooted and free from disease. GEO. REINBERQ, 51 WABASH AVENUE, CHICAQO. Carnation Cuttings Perfectly Healthy. Propagated From Choice Stock. NOW READY. Queen Louise. PROSPERITY $6.00 MRS. THOS. LAWSON 4.00 GOV. ROOSEVELT 6 00 HOOSIER MAID 4.00 IRENE 4.00 EGYPT 4.00 MARQUIS 2.60 VICTOR 2.00 Per 100 Per 1000 The Best White Commercial Carnation, $5.00 per Hundred; $40.00 per Thousand. $60.00 35.00 60.00 20.00 Per 100 Per 1000 GOMEZ $2.00 CROCKER 1.50 112.60 GENEVIEVE LORD 1.50 12.50 DAYBREAK 1.50 12.50 ELDORADO 1.50 12.50 JUBILEE 1.50 12.50 PORTIA 1.50 12.50 J. Ii. DILLON, Bloomsburir, Fa. '478 The American Florist. April ig. The l^luRSERY T^aiiE. AH. ASSOCIATION OF NURSERYMEN. R. C. Berckmans, Pres.; R. J. CoE, Vioe-Pres. t3B0B8B C. Sbasbb. Rochester. N. Y., Sec'y. Tweniy-seventh annual convention, Milwaukee, Wis., June, 1902. Visited Chicago: L. Z. Endtz and M. J. Rosbergen, of Boskoop, Holland. In Rhode Island, the Greening apple of - that name is said to have a representa- tion of less than one per cent in the orchards of the state. C. E. Arnold, of Arnold, Me., advocates Ben Davis or Stark apples for Penobscot county. He says that if the day comes - when they are not wanted they can be top grafted. • The best and hardy variety of the pear Besi de la Motte is said to be that intro- duced by the late Henry Avery near Burlington, la., many years ago. It is a little later than Kiefier but the fruit is of better quality. Prof. J. L. Budd says that the Besi de la Motte grown in Ohio does not seem to be identical. Hemlock Lake, which furnishes the water supply for the city of Rochester, is to be beautified by the planting of a belt of evergreens around its shores. The city already owns about 1,000 acres of land around the lake. The first planting, the present spring, will comprise about 10,000 young white pine, Scotch pine, hemlock and balsam fir, and the work will be continued yearly until the lake is entirely sur- rounded by an evergreen forest. Besides adding to the beauty of the reservation, it is also claimed that the use of ever- greens exclusively under such conditions is conducive to the purity of the water, as the leaves do not get blown into the . water to decay there as is the case with forests of deciduous trees every autumn. Library of Park Literature. George A. Parker, superintendent of Keney Park, Hartford, Conn., has been collecting and compiling park reports and valuable park statistics for a num- ber of years and now possesses what is unquestionably the most extensive special library of this class of literature in the world. Mr. Parker is an enthusiast in this sort of work, which is indeed, a labor of love, his only object in getting together this vast amount of material being the ambition to preserve it in such a com- plete and practical shape that it shall be readily available for reference or educa- tional uses. The library, which is rapidly growing, now almost fills two large rooms. Everything is classified in the most systematic manner. Painstaking industry and a rare aptitude for such methodical work are plainly evident. Mr. Parker is chairman of the committee of the American Park and Outdoor Art Association on Park Census and is also secretary of the Association of New England Park Superintendents. How to Remove Roots From Sewer Pipe. There have been many questions asked by engineers and superintendents about how to get rid of stoppages in small sewers caused by roots and other foreign matter. Little or nothing has been writ- ten about how to remedy this trouble. About five years ago I accepted the posi- tion of superintendent for a suburban land improvement company,says Thomas Strouse in the Mutiicij>al Journal and Engineer, and during the first year I encountered quite a good deal of trouble with our sewers getting choked. The sewer line was laid with six-inch terra cotta pipe for about six miles in length, with but very few manholes, and each time it got choked we had to dig up the roads to find the trouble, which was gen- erally caused by roots growing in through the joints of the pipe. This digging was rather expensive, especially in the winter, our sewer being from five to fifteen feet deep. Besides it took quite a little time to open it. I consulted several engineers in refer- ence to some remedy to get rid of this trouble, but all suggested the only remedy would be to relay the sewer. To save this great expense I began to experiment, endeavoring to get some new tool which would clean out the sewer without dig- ging up the streets. I constructed man- holes every five or six hundred feet, then made the necessary tools to clean them out. These cost about fifty or sixty dol- lars for the complete set. I then had the whole line thoroughly cleaned which took four men about two weeks. By going over our line twice a year I find that we can keep the sewer in good condition. The device is simple and inexpensive and does the work very well. This same tool can be made to clean out any small sewer from four to ten inches in size. It is almost impossible to lay pipe with a cement joint that will keep out these very small fibrous roots. They are not any thicker than a needle when they enter, but when once in and fed by the sewerage, they grow quite rapidly until they fill the pipe up. Columbus, O. A BUNCH OF TRADE JOTTINGS OF VARYING LOCAL INTEREST. Siebert Brothers, who are building a nice range of modern houses on West Fifth avenue, have them ready for glazing. The carpenter work and painting is done and it will be but a short time when they will be ready for business. There is still some bulbous stock in the market and it is finding plenty of pur- chasers. Roses and carnations are also holding out well, the stock being in bet- ter condition now than at this time a year ago. Miss Hellenthal, who for several yeats conducted a cut flower store on South High street, has given up her np-to^n space and located temporarily at her lather's establishment on Moler road. John J. Dreher, formerly with Gus. Drobisch, is now superintendent of public parks, having been appointed by the mayor and council. , Miss Jones is cutting some fine sweet peas and reports other stock doing yery well. Carl. Pittsburg, Pa. — Chas. M. Schwab is building two conservatories and M'r. Westinghouse and Thomas Park, each ranges of conservatories. ' BiNGHAMTON, N. Y. — W. F. Schmeiske, formerly with B. Dorrance, at Dorrance- ton. Pa., has taken the position of fore- man in charge of the greenhouses of W. H. Graham. Los Angelbs, Cal. — Morris Goldens6n says that cut flowers were short of the demand at Easter but that he ha's not heard any complaint that there were nbt enough blooming plants. Des Moines, Ia. — W. L. Morris has leased a tract of land at Thirty-fifth and IngersoU avenue, on which he will erect a new range of greenhouses, necessitated by increasing business. Toledo, O. — George Bayer will enlarge his plant this season and has given an order to A. Dletsch & Co., Chicago, for four of their patent short-roofed houses 450 feet long. Three houses are to be fourteen feet wide and one fifteen feet four inches. It will be practically one house, the gutters and side walls seven feet high. The side walls will have four feet of glass and each side will have a line of ventila- tors, making six ventilators in a width of fifty- seven feet. Import Freight Agents Delaware, Lackawanna & Western Railroad Co. at New York, N. Y. Bji^Kieo'v. EjooPfOiwi'S'. r>isF>.^'X'oix. P. B. VANDEGRIFT & CO., Publishers of Vandegritt's United States Tariff. Customs Brokers and Forwarders. Foreign Express, Export and Insurance Brokers. MFU/ Vnni/ OHice, 66 Beaver Street t lltn lUHR HVlpphone. 9i8 Hrnad. I A. B. C. Code Used Cable Address. Vanorift. pHir mn OHice, 315 Dearborn St. UnibAUU I'honf. Harrison 840. Park Architects and Dealers will find whatever they want in the Holland Nurseries, DeBllt near Utrecht EIOI^r<.A.?SI>. SPECIALTIES ABE: Conifers. Evergreens, Hardy Shrubs, Lilacs. Ornamental Trees, Fruit Trees in different forms. Azaleas, Rhododendron Ponticum and Hybridum. Please send list of your wants and write for general catalogue. We will make you special offers. Write to GROENEWEGEN & ZOON, De Bllt, near Utrecht, Holland. Clematis. strong' llelil-LTown, 2 and 3 year plants, 30o to 85o (^ach ; 14.00 pt?r dozen. HD DDCCV from 4-Inch pels, own roots, . r. nUoLO $l.uOdoz.:$IU per 100: 12 kinds. PAEONIAS, (;hoic(; niimrd r.nllcctinn. UlstiDi-t nanipd kinds and color.<. Sl.riO piT .io/..; JIG piT lUO. F. A. BAUER, BLOOMINGTON, ILL. RHODODEDRONS.... rtAA Clumps ot Ivhodoilrndroii Maxi- -*"" mura. 6 to 8 ft. hiirh,Ht$-:5a do/. Prii'.es of smaller clumps and Kiilmlas ou application L. F. KINNEY, Kingston. R. I. RHODODENDRONS "MTN." Seedlings, $10.00 per lOOP Choice plants. .0 to lOln., 75o per 10; J5 00 per 100 " 12 to 18-ln., 11.50 per 10; 12.50 per 100 Speoial prices on larRe lots. Cash with first order. Rbododendroh Leaves for festoonini;s, SOoperlOOO AZALEAS, Yellow, Pink iind l!i>d or Flaraing, stzi'S and prices same as Rh()dodi'udrt)ns. J. N. PRITOHARD. ELK PARK. N. O. B.W. DIRKEN, Oudanbosch, Holland. ORNAMENTAL AND FOREST TREES A SPECIALTY. Conifers, Evergreens, Hollies, Etc. Jt Jf jt Prices on Application, igo2. The American Florist. 47'9 NOTICE OF REMOVAL ) Open for Cut Flower Sales at 6 o'clock every morning. ON and after May 1st, 1902, THE NEW YORK CUT FLOWER EXCHANGE, located for many years at the 34th Street Long Island F€;rry, will occupy new central and commodious quarters in the Coogan Building, corner of Sixth Ave. and West 26th Street. JOHN DONALDSON, Secretary. LATE PRICES. CARNATIONS — Queen Louise, Estelle, Roosevelt and Prosperity for $4.00 per 100. G. H. Crane, Ethel Crocker and Genevieve Lord for f 1 00 per ICO. GERANIUMS — A general assortment of new and standard varieties, all correctly labeled at $10.00 per 1000. A few thous- and mixed ones at 17.50 per 1000. Jean Viaud and M. de Castelaine at |3 per 100. HARDY PHLOX— All the best varieties, labeled, in assortment of my own selection, at $12.50 per lOOO. Above are rooted cuttings, not trans- planted plants. Hardy Phlox, from 2-in. pots, |2 per 100. BONE MEAL. I have been using this Bone Meal for a number of years and never have found any- thing as good. It is not cheap in pricej neither is it cheap in results. Put up in20O lb. bags only at $3.50 per bag or $32.50 per ton. ALBERT M. HERR, Lancaster, Pa, Carnations & Roses AMERICAN BEAUTY From 2!4-inch pots, $?.00 pet 100; foO.OO per 1000. From 3-lnch pots, 7.60 per 100; I70.0J per ICOO. CARNATIONS TRO^I SOIL $13.50 per 1000 30.05 per lOOO 25.00 per lOQi 35.00 per 1000 Wm. Scott $1.50 per 100 Norway 3.50 per ICO Genevieve Lord 3.(0 per ICO Prosperity 4,0 J per 100 A. LTHORNE, FLUSHING, N.Y. k^^^^^AA^^ Cut Adiantum % ^ Any Quantity, very fine, $J.OO per 100. Bulbous Flowers in largest assortment. CUT FLOWERS of all kinds. WW ♦ ♦ ♦ X X ♦ Holton & Hunkel Co. | IVJil^A^-axa.!*:©©, "^2Vi®i PUasp meniton the Amertcan Florist uihen ■umtin^ WE ARE HEADQUARTERS FOR f \ Cut Flowers, Seeds, Bulbs and All Florists' Supplies. [ I Get our quotations on your wants before ordering elsewhere. \ I McKellar £ Winterson Co. | 45-47-49 WABASH AVE.. CHICAGO. \ T bave a fine Stock of Sbade Trees of leading kinds, IH to 3 inches diameter, 30O "Wliite Birch and Purple IJeech. 7 to 10 feet; 10,000 bhrubs. fine Japan Snowballs and Hydrangeas. Evergreens, all Hinds and sizes; 35, COO California Privet, 2 lo 5 feet; lO.OOO Hardy Roses, own roots. Plenty Ramblers, Pears. Apples, Cherries, Quinces, pi-aches manv in bparine sizes; Rhododendrons :ind Hardy Azaleas. STEPHEN CRANE, Proprietor of Norwich Nurseries, NORWICH. CONN. 480 The American Florist. April U), Our pasTiMEs. Announcements ot coming contests or other events of Interest to our bowling, shooting and oyolin^ readers are solicited and will be given place in this column. Address all correspondence for this department to Wm. J. Stewart, 79 Milk St., Boston, Mass.; Robt. Kift, 1725 Chestnut St., Philadelphia, Pa.; or to the American Florist Co., 324 Dearborn St., Chicago, 111. Theodore Larg. Capt. Theodore Lang, whose portrait we present, is one of the most enthusias- tic members of the New York howling fraternity. His record score is 273, made about five years ago. His average in twenty-seven consecutive league games rolled this spring is 165. Mr. Lang chal- lenges any individual, a bona fide florist connected with any florists' bowling team, to roll for a purse of $25, best six out of eleven games, and he does not bar Philadelphia, even. At Flatbush. Last Thursday night was an unusually quiet one at the bowling alleys, there being but five members present. Louis Schmntz, who generally contributes so liberally to the merriment of these meet- ings, was laid up with a lively case of rheumatism. Below are the scores- Player Ist 2d 3d 4th n. Dailledouze 133 178 126 173 Riley 172 168 189 163 E Dailledouze 184 130 139 132 Wocker Ill 117 132 142 Paul Dailledouze 135 117 124 133 At New York. The New York Florists' Bowling Club met at the Arlington alleys on Monday afternoon, April 14-, the evening of that day being reserved for the regular meet- ing of the Florists' Club. The treasurer reported a revival in Interest as evidenced by the present very satisfactory balance in the treasury. Complimentary tickets for the tenth anniversary and ball of the Arlington Bowling League were dis- tributed to each member. The ball will take place on Wednesday evening, April 23, at Arlington Hall. Scores were recorded as follows: Player 1st ?d 3d 4th JIafner 177 155 190 166 Thiclmann 188 166 164 180 Burns 167 152 158 175 Siebrecht 177 149 157 157 Ilcrrington 143 98 120 99 Duckham 120 177 120 135 Butterflold 139 123 163 174 Traendly 100 99 97 .Stewart 1C9 111 116 At Jamestown, N. Y. The contest for the Broadhead cup closes May 15. There have been seven nights' play thus far and at the sixth session the rose growers were 283 pins ahead but at the last meeting they were beaten 233, as will be seen by the follow- ing score, and now the carnation men are only fifty pins to the bad: Carxationists. Ist 2d :ii T'l Eidens 167 114 138 4C9 Lydon \m 139 166 115 Kaser 112 121 111 314 Doxey 178 138 198 611 HenEon 200 136 143 478 Scott 135 111 130 ;i76 Totals 9C2 769 875 2536 RosARiANs. 1st 2d 8d Tl Coyne 130 leo 169 40H Brooks 101 134 113 347 McCue 176 116 137 429 C. Gunton 94 137 123 364 Whitoomb 90 108 115 313 Vanderhot 140 115 i:i7 392 Tola's 730 779 794 2313 A.S. St. Louis. CLUB HOLDS MONTHLY MEETING. — DIGESTS TWO ESSAYS — WHOLBSiLE MARKET SHOWS LITTLE CHANGE. — VARIOUS NOTES. The monthly meeting of the St. Louis Florists' Club was held April 10 and, although the attendance was not large, much interest was shown. The World's Fair business was finished uoand cleared ofl the slate. Two essays were read, one on the American Beauty rose by Fred. Ammann, ot Edwardsville, III., who is known as the "Perle King," the other by Rudolph J. Mohr on the early history and classification of the sweet pea. Mr. Ammann's paper provoked considerable THEODORE LANG. (Captain New York Florists' Bowling Club.) discussion. Very fine vases of roses and carnations were exhibited by Mr. Fill- more. His Marquis are especially good. The market is about the same as last week except that carnations are a little more plentiful, but roses and violets remain the same. Some bulbous stock is shortening up. Narcissus poeticus is com- ing in large qaantltifs but there is not a very large demand for them and such is also the case with the jonquils and calla lilies. Southern lilacs are coming up now and bring $3 to $4 per hundred sprays. James liurney is preparing to plant a rose garden at Tower Grove Park, mod- eled after the one at Washington Park, Chicago, it will cover an acre of ground and several thousand plants will be required. The beds will be irregular in shape and the walks will be sod. Henry Braun, formerly with C. C. Sanders, has started in business at 482 1 Faston avenue. It will be called the West End Flower Store. The F. \. Foster Floral Company has been incorporated with a capital stock of $2,000 by F. J. Foster, Maidie F. Foster and John B. Carroll. Andrew Peterson, of Paxton, 111., is in the city, visiting the growers and taking orders for his new geranium, A. H. Trego. Foster has opened a temporary flower store at Sixth and Olive streets. R. J. M. Mkriden, Conn.— Frank H. Lowe has opened a new place on Oak street. The Chicago Market When a buyer wants to be sure of get- ting his order filled he sends it to the Kennicott Bros. Co., for this house is the one which, with largest resources, is con- ceded to best reflect market conditions. Here stock is to be had If anywhere in this market and here, too, one is sure of the right treatment if supplies are large. No need to look tor price lists before ordering, for Kennicotts always bill everything at prevailing market rates at hour of shipment, regardless of quoted prices. It gives every out of town buyer just the same results as though he bought over the counter. Just at this time supplies are large in most lines. There are few items which cannot be supplied at short notice, but it is always best to get orders In as far as possible in advance of train time. That gives a chance to get the stock in from a grower if the day's buying has happened to run heavy on one item, as it often does, say on white carnations or any one of a dozen other things. Kennicott Bros. Co. has practically unlimited resources. With ample capital to carry on their business they are able to carry a big line of buyers and pay all growers every Monday morning. They represent more glass than any house west of New York, if not more than any other house in the country, and handle more flowers the season through. You can get here all the staples and all the season's specialties, both the first cut and the last. Pjconias in the spring are one of their specialties and they handle more of them than all the rest of Chicago put together. This house has been in the wholesale cut flower business for 22 years and with good stock, right prices, careful packing and prompt service, with every accom- modation to buyers, has built up the largest shipping trade in Chicago. With abundant supplies at hand, now is the time for new buyers. KENNICOTT BROS. CO. Wholesale Commltsion Florists and Dealers In all Florists' Supplies. 42-44 Randolpli St. CHICAGO. FLINT KENNICOTT. Pres. E. E. PIESER. Treu. G. H. PIESER. Secy. R. R. lAMPOLIS. Atty. HON. ROB I. HEDFIELD. Vice President. igo2. The American Florist. 481 CIT CARNATIONS. The splendid blooms we are cutting; at the present time beat anything we have ever had the pleasure of cutting before. Great big perfect flowers on strong 3-foot stems. OIR STOCK SHIPS and KEEPS The following select varieties are bred that way : Mrs. Potter Pal- mer, scarlet; Her Majesty, white; Roosevelt, crimson; Marshall Field and Prosperity, variegated; Higinbotham, Marquis and Lawson, pink. Try a shipment of these, we will guarantee you a genuine agreeable surprise. They are without doubt Balm for Sore Eyes. If you feel under the weather, they act as a tonic and fix you right up. If you cannot do business yourself, they will do it for you, as they sell on sight. We are also cutting a fine lot of the more medium grades, such as NORWAY, BON HONNE, BRADT, JOOST, MACEO, ESTELLE, etc. Write or wire your order in. Say about what price you wish to pay and we'll surely please you. We want you to see what we have got. Chicago Carnation Co., ''nllniis. FANCY or CCC3MO *l.eSO DAGGER rCrllMO PER 1000 PRINCESS PINE, 5c per lb. GALAX, green or bronze, 75c per 1000. Laurel festooning, 4c, 5c and 6c per yd. Green or Sphag- num Moss. Send for prices on large orders . CROWL PERN CO. Telegraph Office New Salera, Mass. P. O. Mllilngton, Mass. amuiiittimtmiiimiituiimimiiiiiiiiime 3 Vl/\L/*^ or GREEN fc 3 75 cents per 1000, In 3O00 lots C 5 or over; sliigie lOUO. !♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦< Per doz. Roses, Heauties, 31 to 40 inch stem $3.00 " 20 to 24 •• $3.00 to 2.50 " " 12 to 15 " lOOto 1.50 short 50 to .75 Per 100. Brides, Maidi, Meteors, Gates $5.00 to $7.00 Golden G.ates, special, fancy 8.00 to lO.CO Roses, our selection 3.00 Carnations, extra fancy 2.00 to 2.50 fancy, gooa average . . 1.50 Violets 60to 1.00 Mignonette 4.00 to 6.00 Easter Lilies, select lO.CO to 12.50 seconds 6 OO to 8.00 Tallas 10.00 to 12.C0 Tul.ps. double 4.00 single, all colors 3.00 Daffodils, double, extra fine 3 00 Lily of the Valley 3.00to 4.00 Asparagus Per s'rine, .EOto .75 Sprays Per 100, 3.00 to 3.0O Sprengeri " 3.00 to 6.0O Common Ferns r'er lUO J a 00 •■ Per 10) ,30 Galax Leaves Per ICOO 1.00 to 1.50 Smilax, extr^i heavy Per 100 15.00 to 18.00 Leucothoe Sprays " 1.00 Adiantum " I.OO We are receiving a very fine line of ROSES AND CARNATIONS As well as all other stock and are the only firm in Chicago carrying a stock of WILD SIVIILAX : always on hand. J. B. Deamud, 51 Wabash Ave , Cliicago. WILD SMILAX PER CASE. No. 1, )5-lbs $2 50 No. 4. 35-lbs .$4.50 No. 2, 30-lbs .S.25 No. .5, 40-lbs 5 25 No. 3, 35-lbs 3 75 No. 6, 50-lbs fi.CO Prices subject to change without notice. X X ♦ ♦ The F. R. WILLIAMS CO, WHOLESALE FLORISTS. Brides, Maids, Metears, Carnations. Gut Adiantum, Qaiax, Smilax, Hardy Farns and Florists' Supplies Telephone Connections. OH^EJ'VBJI^A.IVID, 0B:I0. If You Have Stock To Sell... the belt way to make that fact knovn to the trade ii by regular adTertlilng In Glre It a trial. ...The American Florist. 482 The American Florist. April igy Detroit. BUSINESS PRINCIPALLY FUNERAL WORK. — ROSES PLENTIFUL BUT CARNATIONS SCARCE. — A BACKWARD SEASON — CLUB MEETING. — VARIOUS TRADE DOINGS. Trade since Easter has maintained an even trend without incident. There has been a noticeable absence of wedding and other events calling for the extensive use of flowers, the greater part of the busi- ness being iuneral work. The weather has been constantly cold and unseason- able and little progress has been made in outside spring work but active prepara- tions for carnation planting are now to be seen at many places. Bulbous stock is fast disappearing, while the supply of roses is being daily increased and the quality improving. American Beauties, which were ior some time quite scarce, are now much more plentiful and selling well although at somewhat easier prices. Carnations continue scarce although the quality is generally fine. Violets are much improved by the continued cool weather and promise to be with us for quite awhile yet. The club meeting last Wednesday even- ing was well attended. E. H. Smith read a paper on the growing of plants for Easter. It was well received and an interesting discussion followed. John Dunn gave a report of his recent trip to Grand Rapids. At the next meeting, May 7. Eugene Oestreicher, of Mt. Clemens, will read a paper on "Troubles and Trials of the Florists' Emplove." The Painesville Floral Company is the latest addition to the retail stores here, located at 118 Michigan avenue. J. F. McHugh, the proprietor, has handled nursery stock in this vicinity lor the past twelve years. Miss Anna J. Schulte will remove from her present location on Woodward avenue to 59 Michigan avenue about May 1. Thos. F. Browne was last week elected supervisor of Greenfield township, where he resides. Visitors: Mr. Smith, of Smith & Fet- ters, Cleveland; Geo. A. Heinl, Toledo; Mr. Ford, of New York; J. A. Bissinger, Lansing, Mich. J. F. S. Louisville, Ky. Jacob Schulz rented a vacant store on a corner and had a grand display ol blooming plants and did a land oflBce business for Easter. He had the finest lot of plants of his own growing ever shown in the city. Louis Kirch and C. H. Kunzman, the carnation specialists, have had fine cuts of late and got good prices, especially at Easter. Nanz & Neuner report catalogue trade better than for the last ten years, and some very heavy orders are coming in F. Walker & Company have had a beautiful display of plants at their store and city conservatory. Wm. Mann, the calla specialist, has had a large supply, but none to whole- sale. Wood & Stubbs, a new seed firm here, are now running two large stores. H. G. W. Dayton, O. — John Fine received tidings April 10 of the sudden death of his aged father at College Hill, Cincinnati. Denver, Col — The Thiess Floral Com- pany has been incorporated by Frank 1'. Gegenbach, Charles J. Thiess and Sey- mour D. Van Meter. The capital stock is $5,000. WE HAVE OIR ISIAL STOCK Of fINE AMERICAN BEAITY PLANTS. JOHN BURTON, Chestnut Hill, Fliila. Fa. Am.Beaulies ROOTED CITTINOS $25.00 PER 1000. This stock is free from spot, thoroughly rooted and first class ia every respect. If not satisfactory or just as represented by us you caa rt-turn same at once. J. a. BUDLONG. 37 and 39 Randolph St., CHICAGO. ILL. NEW CARNATIONS strong from soil Cressbrook, $1.50 per doz., $10 per 100, $75 per 1000. Fair Maid, $2.00 per doz., $10 per 100, $75 per 1000. CHRYSANTHEMUMS Fine strong plants from SV^-inch pots. ready now. Price per 100; -■ "" E. Hallidav $«.00 Major Bonnaflon... 3.00 Philadelphia 5.00 Pennsylvania 6.00 Modesto 3.00 Nagoya 3 00 M. de Monttnort.... 3.00 Glorv of the Paoiflo 3.00 Ladv Harriett 6.00 M.I lid Dean 4.00 .\euo . 3.00 Geo. W. Childs 4.00 Intensity 4.0O Roses, Roses. Brides, Maids, 2}^-in., $3 50 per 100. Perles and Golden Gate at $4.00 per 100. Wichuraiana at $3.00 per 100. Have a few hundred Kaiserin and Belle Siebrecht left at |4.00 per 100. This is strong healthy stock, from 2 to 3- eyed cuttings and has been repotted from 2-inch. Special prices in Large Lots. Send $1.00 for Samples. J. C.MURRAY, THE FLORIST, PEORIA. ILLINOIS. IRISH JUNIPER TREES Extra heavy, 4 ft $20.05 per 100 18 to 24 ia $8.C0per 100, $60.00 per 1000 24 to 30 in lO.OOper 100, 75.00 per 1000 30 to 36 in 12.00 per 100, 100.00 per lOOO 250 of each size at 1000 rates. Boxing at cost. RUBBER PLANTS ROSES grown from top cuttings. 12 in. plants, $3.50 per doz.; 18 in. plants, $5.00 doz.; 20 to 24 in. plants, per doz. Golden Gate, La Prance, Bride and Bridesmaid from 2-in. pots, $3 per 100; $25 per 1000. JOSEPH HEINL, Jacksonville, ill. CANNAS... DORMANT OR STARTED, STRONG TtBERS. IMme. Crozy, Bhicl; i'rince. Marquaiult, Crimson Bedder, etc., $2.60 per 1(0. Austria, Burbank. Chas. Henderson, $-2.00 per 100: $18.00 per 1000. Green and red leaved mixture, $1.60 per 100. HOLLYHOCKS, fleld-grown, Charters, Allegheny Strains, finest colors, $i.50 per 100. DAHLIAS, fleld- grown. separate colors, named, best for cut flowers, $4 per 100 Cash PLE.isE. SHELLROA' GREEN- HOUSE CO.. Grange P. 0.. Baltimore Co., Mo. .\RE YOU INTERESTED IN American Beauties? We have now over 10,000 in sand and pots, up to 3-inch. Write us. GEO. A. KUHL. PEKIN. ILL. ASPARAGUS PLUMOSUS NANUS SEED. ABSOLUTELY FRESH $7.50 per 1000 S. S. SKIDELSKY. 708 N. 16th Street, PHILADELPHIA, PA. Ptt^ase ntfintion the j^m^ricati Florist tt/tift) t,.» jVinjp-. ROOTED CUTTINGS Estcllc, $5.00; Lawson, ,$4. CO; Marijuls au p»r^A.K:a>s. 2%-in. pots. Per 100 Per 1000 BRIDE $3.00 $25.00 METEOR 300 25.00 PERLE 3.00 25.00 2i4-in. pots. Per 100 Per ICOO aOLDBN GATE »3.00 $26.00 LIBERTY 12,00 IW.O* All Plants and Rooted Cuttings sold under express conditions that If not satisfactory when received they are to be returned immedi- ately, when money will be refunded. Wrlt:^ fox* pirloes oxi Xet.rsi^ cjiu^zitl'tl^s. PeterReinberg,51WabashAve.,Cliicago Rose Plants for Sale GOOD CLE4N STOCK, WELL ESTABLISHED. Brides, Bridesmaids. Meteors and Golden Gates, 2-in. rose pots, $30 per 1000; 3-in. rose pots, |45 per lOOU; 4-in. rose pots, $60 per 1000. CHRYSANTHCMIM '^°°^^° cuttings . TIRROTHY EATON, $3 per 100. The followlue: varieties at Si. 50 per 100: WHITE-Early. Fitzwygram, Kuno, \V ti Ite Glory of Pacific. WHITE-Mid-season. Ivory, Snow Queen, Evangeline. Mrs. H. Robinson. WHITE-Late. Mrs. Jfrome Jones. YELLOW- Early. Yellow Fitzwygram, Marion Henderson. YELLOW-Mid-season. BonnalTou, Mrs. O. P. Bassett. YELLOW-Late. Yellow .lerome .loupa. RED. Malcolm Lamomi, Intensity. PINK-Early. De Montmort. J. K. Shaw, Glory of Pacific. PINK— Mid-season. Xeno, Viviand-Morel, Pink Ivory. PINK-Lata. Mrs. Murdock. BRONZE. Oakland. Grienhouses, HINSDALe, ILL. BASSETT & WASHBURN, Stori, 76 Wabath Ave., CHICAGO. New Chrysanthemum "CREMO »i FIRST-CL&SS CEBTIFICATE FROM C. S. A. The best early yellow Chrysanthemum to date; comes in with Glory of Pacific, from which it is a sport. A beautiful soft shade of yellow, the color being much more distioct than is usual with sports. It just fills a vacancy in yellow at that season. PRICES FROM 2X-1NCH POTS. 35c each; $3.00 per dozen; $20.00 per 100. MCMILLAN & SONS, Hudson Heights, N. J. A. W. SMITH'S MOON VINES, IPOMOEA NOOTIFL.ORA, Now rfady. Earliest moon vine grown, (lowers pure white, look like wax ami large as a saucer. I have a full supply of these vines, which are ever in groat demand. 2>4-in. pots, $5.00; "l-in. pots ready May 1, from $8.00 to $10.C0 per 100. UOUFRBV ASCHMANN, lOia ONTARIO ST. PHILADBLPHIA. SURPLUS VINCA VARIEGATA VINES 400 4-inch pots, |S 00 per hundred. (No other ai/vs.) WM. A. CLARK & SON. Cash or C. O. U. 44 Boyd St.. Watertown, N Y. I go 2. The American Florist. 485 ROSES! ROSES! We are headquarters for Roses. Our sales this year of rose plants will be upwards of 3,000,000, an easy amount. to say, but not so easy to handle, get ready for sale and pack for ship- ment. We sell each year, more roses than any three firms in the world. Patrons who buy our roses, become permanent customers, for they grow and bloom. If you have never tried our stock, you had better begin now. Roses from 2-inch pots, your selection of varieties for 50 cents per dozen; $2.50 per 100: and $22.50 per 1000. You can select 25 at hundred rates, or 250 at thousand rates. Augustine Halem America Aline Sisley Andre Schwartz Antoine Verdier Anna Ollivier Agrippina Arch Duke Charles Beauty of Stapleford Bon Silene Baltimore Belle Burbou Job Bridesmaid Bougere Christine de Xoue Crown Princess Victoria clothildeSoupert Catherine Merraet Cornelia Ccok Crimson Rambler Celine Forestier Claire Carnot Caroline Marniesse Cloth of Gold Coquette de Lyon Comtesse Riiadu Pare Climbing Meteor Malmaison *' Wootton " Bridesmaid " Marie Guillot Paul Neyron Duchess de Brabant Duchess of Edinburgh Dr. Grill Devoniensis Douglas Enfant de Lyon Empress of China Empress Eugenie Francis Dubreuil General Tarlas Golden Chain Gold of Ophir Gardenia Golden Gate Our selection of varieties, Gruss an Teplitz Helene Henry M. Stanley Isabella Sprunt J. B. Varrone Jersey Beauty James Sprunt Jules Finger La Princess Vera La Sylohide Louis Phillipe Louis Richard Lamarque Mme. de Vatry Mme. Hoste Mrne. Eli Lambert Mme. Welche Mme. H. Defresne Mme. J. Schwartz Mme. F. Kruger Mme. Lambard Mme. Margottin Mme. C. K'uster $2.25' per 100. or $20 00 par 1000. Mme. de St. Joseph Monthly Cabbage Mary Washington Meteor Mosella Maid of Honor Malmaison Muriel Graham Mrs. Robert Garrett Mrs. Lovett Marquise de Vivens Monsieur Fartado Media Marie Guillot Papa Goitier Pink Soupert Princess Sagan President Carnot Psyche Pink Rambler Queen's Scarlet Queen of the Prairie Rainbow Russell's Cottage Reine Marie Henriette Snow flake Safrano Sombreuil Striped La France South Orange Perfection Solfaterre Sanguined Tennessee Belle The Queen The Bride Triomphe de Pernet pere Viscountess Folkstone White Bon Silene White La France White Rambler Wichuraiana Yellow Rambler Zelia Pradel ROSES from 2 1-2-inch pots 50 cents por dozen; $3.00 per 100; or $25.00 por 1000. Antoiue Rivoire Kaiserin A. Victoria Maman Cochet Souv. de Mme. E. Couvin White Maman Cochet Hermosa Mrs. Mawley Piern- Guillot Souv. de Wootton La France NEW ROSES from 2 1-2-lncli Pots. Doz. 100 Admiral Dewey % .60 $4.00 Bessie Brown 1. 00 6.00 Climbing Soupert 75 5.O0 Gladys Markness 75 6 00 Doz. 100 Helen Gould, new forcing rose $ .60 $100 Lady Mary Cory 60 4.00 Lady Clanmorris 75 6.00 Meta 60 6.00 Doz. 100 Mme. E. Duranthon $.60 $100 Rosaman Graveaux 6J 5 00 Wichuraiana, variegated foliage .75 5.0J HYBRID PERPETUAL ROSES. Fine strong plants from 2 1-2-in. pots for 60c per Doz.; $3.00 per 1O0; $27.50 per 1000. Ball of Snow Francois Levet Lady Helen Stewurt Mme. Chas. Wood Perfection des Blanches Coquette des Alpes GeneralJacqueminot Marchioness of Lome Mme. Masson, the beat red Roger Lambelin Duke of Edinburgh Gloire de Expo'n Brussels Mme. Alfred de Rougem't Hybrid Triomphe des Beaux Arts Dinsmorf_t La Reine Magna Charta Paul Neyron GENERAL COLLECTION OF PUNTS. Order Now bsfora Per Doz. Aloysia Citriodora (Lemon Verbena) 30 Acalypha Sanderi 50 Asparagus Sprengeri, fine 50 Asparagus Plumosus. extra fine 50 Araucaria Excelsa, 4 tiers, 16 in. high, ...each 75c Araucaria Excelsa, 5 tiers, 30 in. high, each $1.00 $9.00 Azalea Mollis. 15 to 25 buds 2.50 Ampelopsis Veitchi. 314-inch pots 50 Ampelopsis Veitchi, field grown, 5 feet 1.60 Abutilons, 10 best sorts 40 Abutilon Souv. de Bonne 50 Ageratum. Princess Pauline and White Cap 35 Alvssum, Giant flowered, double 30 Achillea The Pearl 40 Apios Tuberosa 30 Anemone Whirlwind 40 Anemone Queen Charlotte, new pink SO Amaryllis Formosissima 75 Begonias, flowering, 10 sorts 40 Bougainvillea Gigantea, new extra SO Box, Ornamental, evergreen for borders 30 Crotons 60 Clematis, large flowering, 2-year 3.50 Camellia Japbnica, fine plants, 18 in. to 2 feet 6.00 CallaRichardia, Spotted Calla 40 Cyperus, Umbrella Plant 30 C yclamen Persicum Giganteum ,50 Coleus, best sorts 30 Caladium Esculentum, 3 inches in diameter 50 Caladium Esculentum, 4 to 5 inches in diameter . . I. CO Cannas. started, Austria 30 Alphonse Bouvier EO Alsace 40 Hurbank 40 Chas. Henderson 40 Florence Vaughan 50 Ilalia 30 Bronze Beauty 30 M He. Berat ; 50 Paul Marquant 30 Cuphea Llavae Tricolor 40 Cooperia Drummondil 25 Cactus, Queen of Night 40 Cinnamon Vine... 30 Crinum, Milk and Wine Lily, fine bulbs 1.50 Crinum, Milk and Wine Lily, extra large 2.50 DracEena Indivisa 30 Daisies, Marguerite, white, yellow and blue 40 Eulalia GraciUima 40 Ficus Elastica, 12 to 15 inches 4.00 Ficus Elastica, 18 inches 5.0O Ferns. Boston, fine plants 40 inlots of 5,000 or over. . . Pteris Tremula 50 Pteris Wimsetti. fine for dishes 40 Feverfew, Little Gem 30 •viryUiIng It told Per 100 Per 1000 $2.00 $18 00 3.00 2.50 ao.co 300 25.00 60.00 70.00 16.00 3.C0 11.00 2.00 18,03 3.00 25 00 2 50 20.00 2.00 15.0IJ 2 50 20.00 2.00 20.0 18 CO 3 00 25.00 5.00 2.50 20.00 2.50 20.00 2,C0 15.00 4.00 25.00 45.00 3.00 3 00 21.C0 3 00 25 00 2.00 3 00 6.0U 2.00 15.00 3.03 3.00 25 00 3.00 25 00 3.C0 25 00 3.50 30.00 2.10 15.00 2.00 1600 3.00 25.00 2.00 15.00 2.50 1.50 2.50 2.00 10.00 16.00 2.50 20.00 3.00 25 CO 2.50 25.00 30.00 2.50 22.59 20 OD 4.00 3.C0 2.0J 15.00 All plantt from 2 1-2-Inch pott, unloit othorwlti noted. All FIno Stock. Per Doz. Per 100 Per 1000 Fuchsias, leadini; sorts $ .50 $ 3.00 Geraniums, Apple See Qted 50 3.00 Pelargoniums, or Lady Mary Washington, 12 best kinds 1 .00 Qrevillea Robusta 30 Gladioli, best mi.^ture Hibiscus. 10 best sorts 40 Peacbblow 50 Heliotrope, 6 best sorts 40 Hydrangea Otaksa EO Impatiens Sultaui 30 Honeysuckles 40 Hoya Carnosa, 3-inch pots 75 Jasmines, 6 best kinds 50 Lilies, hardy, best kinds l.OO Lan tanas, 10 best bloomers .. 40 Lemon Ponderosa, a grand plant, 214-inch pots.. .60 3-inch pots, 12 inches high 1.2i 4-inch pots, strong 1.50 5-inch pots, strong, 20 inches high 2.0J 8 inch pots, extra strong, 2!4 to 3 feet high 6.C0 Linum Trisynum 30 Madeira Vine Tubers : 25 Maherniaor Honey Bells 30 Matrimony Vine 50 Orange, Otaheite 60 Orange, Otaheite, strong plants 1.00 Oleanders. 2 sorts, pink and yellow 50 Pasonias. best assortment 1.50 Pinks, Hardy Scotch, best sorts 40 Primula Forbesi, Baby Primrose 40 Privet, California, 2to2>4 feet 60 Plumbagos. Lad y Larpent, hardy blue 40 Capensis Alba, white 50 Palms, young plants tor growing on, 2i4-in. pots Livistona Sinensis, dwarf Jap. palm 40 Phoenix Canariensis 40 Phcenix Reclinata 50 SeaXorthia Elegans, 8 to 10 inches 60 Chama^rops Excelsa 40 Washingtonia Filifera 40 Latania Borbonica 40 Rudbeckia Golden Glow 40 Russelius, two new sorts 40 Swainsonia, pink and white 40 Smilax 30 Spiraea Anthony Waterer, 2V4-inch 40 Spirsa Anthony Waterer, field grown 60 Salvias, all colors 40 Sanseviera Zeylanica 40 Stephanotis Floribunda 40 Vinca Major Variegai a 40 Tritoma, New Everblooming 75 Vinca Major Variegata, 3-inch, strong 1.00 Violets, double, best sorts 50 Hardy Russian 40 7.00 2.00 1.25 3.00 4.00 2.00 3.00 2.50 3.00 6.00 3.00 7.C0 3.00 5.00 8.00 ii.co 15.00 40.00 2.00 l.EO 2.00 3.00 3.00 8 00 3.50 10.00 3.00 2.50 3.50 2.50 3.00 2.50 2.00 3.00 4 00 2.60 250 2.50 3.00 2.50 2.50 2.00 2 60 4.00 2.50 2 50 2,50 350 6.00 6.50 3.00 2.E0 $65.00 15.00 10.00 25.00 35 03 18.00 25.03 20.00 25.00 25.00 40.00 25,00 20.00 20 00 20.00 20. CO 20.00 15.C0 20.fO 35.00 20.00 20.00 20.00 20,00 20.03 Our new trade list for April and May is now ready. Write for it. THE GOOD & REESE CO., SPRINGFIELD, 0. The Largest Rose Growers in the World- 486 The American Florist. April i^, Pittsburg. GOOD WEATHER BRINGS IMPROVEMBNT IN TRADE.— OPBEA MAKES SOCIAL ACTIVITY. — GOOD STOCK MUCH IN EVIDENCE. — CLUB HAS A SOCIAL.— PERSONaL MEN- TION. Our wish for good weather has been gratified and its effect on business has been what we expected. Stock is scarce. White flowers especially are in demand. Funeral work is the dominant factor in this week's business. There has been a great run on violets this week, due to the appearance of the Metropolitan Opera Company. This same leature is the cause for many luncheons and dinners during the week. The quality of stock of all kinds is very fine. The excellent color of the roses and their fine stems give great satisfaction. Carnations are scarce, white particularly so. Breitenstein & Flemm last Tuesday showed a window of the different shades of pink carnations, which was very attractive. The Pittsburg and Allegheny Florists' and Gardeners' Club held its monthly social meeting on Tuesday, April 15. at the new headquarters on Sixth avenue. The attendance was not as large as expected but those present had lots of fun. Wm. Lauch, of Knoxville, and Fred.M. Bissner, of Garrick, are displaying some fine geraniums. Very few have come into the market as yet. John M. Foss is delighted with his stock of hardy roses. He looks forward to a successful season in bedding plants. Ben. L Elliott, of Cheswick, is having great success with his house of Lawson carnations. George Elliott, of the Elliott nurseries, is doing a great business in his line. E. L. M. Providence; R. 1. THE HETAILEES DISCUSS METHODS OF MEETING DEPARTMENT STORE COMPETI- TION—VARIOUS NOTES. . The Florists' Club held an open meet- ing last week to consider the question of department store competition. A notice- able harmony of action was observed throughout the evening, and while all present could not conscientiously take sides against "outside competition," there was enough said and done to show that many had put on their "thinking caps" and would profit by the discussion. It is an old question but is provocative of much discussion, and when settled will be settled right. J. H. Cushing will give the flower busi- ness his entire attention next season. Business is satisfactory, stock being scarce, but enough to fill orders. The old Edgewood greenhouses have been torn down. M. M. "Fumigation Methods" BV PROr. JOH^SON. Every Grower needs CI AA this book Prlpe >!)••"« AMERICAN nORIST COMPANY, 324 Dearborn Street, CHICAGO. Imported Bulbs for Florists' Forcing Send Us Your List for Pricing. Ojr arrangements for high grade bulbs of Lilium Harrisii, French Romans, Paper White Grandiflora, Callas, Japan Longiflorum, London Market Valley, and picked bulbs of all Dutch Hyacinths, Tulips, Narcissus and Spiraa are unex- celled. Bulbs secured from us will be sub- ject to careful inspection and approval on arrival, and if in any way unsatis- factory, will be made good at once. By combining your order for a full line of this stock with us, you get each in season and all at the closest cost for high grade stock. Economy in car- load freight shipments and large importations supply half our profits. Write for Prices before closing any forcing stock orders. VAUGHAN'S SEED STORE, 1 4 Barclay St., New York. 84-86 Randolph St., Chicago. r D F ^ ^ R D n n K ^^® ^^'"■"S Pin^ carnation l/KLOOIIKUUIIa for evervbodv to grow. Baltimore, Feb. 21, 1901, it scored 94 Points, the highest of any seedling. Cressbrook has never shown disease of any kind and is an extra free bloomer. Size of flowers under ordinary culture, 3 to 3>^ inches. Orders will be delivered in rotation on and after Jan. 1, 1902, at the following prices: 12 plants $ 1.50 25 plants 3.00 50 plants 5.00 100 plants 10.00 250 plants $25.00 500 plants 37.50 1000 plants 75.00 C. WARBURTON, FALL RIVER. MASS. Cressbrook may be seen growing at THE E. 6. HILL GO'S., Richmond, Ind., and at WM. NICHOLSON'S, Framlngham, Mass. I r^arnation Cuttings. Well rooted, from clean, healthy stock, cool grown. Per 100 Per 1000 ROOSEVELT $1.50 JW.OO PROSPERITY 3.50 30.00 NORWAY 3.60 SO.OO LAWSON, 3.50 30.00 LORN A 3.60 30.00 MORNING GLORY. ...^ 8.50 20.00 CRANE l.BO 13.60 Per ICO Per 1000 EGYPT tl GENEVIEVE LORD 1.Z5 WHITE CLOUD 1.26 TRIUMPH 1.25 MME. CHAPMAN 1.25 FLORA HILL 1.25 PERU 1.25 VIOLETS— Imperial, Parquhar. Marie Louise. Lady Campbell and Swanley Whllr. Write for prises on 2-in. pots. WE SOLICIT YOUR ORDERS AND WILL GUARANTEE SATISFACTION, GRAND RAPIDS VIOLET CO., Grand Rapids, Mich. SPECIALTIES ROSES, from 3-inoh pots. . R«>a< CARNATIONS, for all delivery, '" "^»' CHRYSANTHEMUMS, \l awlt^*it>.a SMiLAX, VIOLETS. variciica Prices Low. Send for List. WOOD BROTHERS. Fishkill. N. Y. BOBBINK & ATKINS, Plant and Bulb Merchants, RlTHERrORD, N. J. CARNATIONS .Mrs. l'>;iDi-es .Too.st, Ethel Crocker, Lizzie Mc- O wan. iM!ir\ Wood, llousicr iMnid, Wm. Sootl, Crane, ctt;., In 'Z\^-\\\., read) for lli'ld. SMILAX, -'4 iu., exir:i stoi-k. BOSTON FERNS. -'H. 3. 4. 5 (1, 7 in. \\ril9 GEO. A. KUHL, Pekin, III. FAXON'S 'WHITE HOUSE' PANSIFS: The beat mixture in cultivation, llowers very large, thick atid velvety; of superb colors and markings. The perfection of form and texture. In Trade Pockets at $1.00 each. M. B. FAXON, Lock Box 1628. BOSTON, MASS. Corro«pondcnco BoUcltcd. ■jgo2. The American Florist. 487 Directory for 1902. Price $2.00 Postpaid, ready HE AMERICAN FLORIST COM- pany's Trade Directory for 1902, fully revised to date, with thousands oE new- names and changes of address, is now for distribution. It contains 418 pages, ? including complete lists of the Florists, Seeds- men and Nurserymen of the United States and Canada, arranged both by states and towns and all names alphabetically. Also lists of Private Gardeners, Firms which issue catalogues. Horti- cultural Supply Concerns, Parks, Cemeteries, Landscape Architects, Experiment Station Hor- ticulturists, Botanical Gardens, and much other conveniently indexed and invaluable trade infor- mation. Published by the American Florist Co. 324 Dearborn St., Chicago, lit., U.-S. A. I Contains 418 Pages. Now Ready 488 The American Florist. April ig^ Toronto. HOBSB SHOW MAKES BUSINESS FOR LEAD- ING DBCORATOHS.— CYMBIDIUMS SERVE FOB MANY JOBS. — VIOLET GROWER PROS- PERS.—CLDB TO BB "at home." The horse show, which is a greater success each year, was instromental in giving some of the florists the busiest week they have had lately. Many of the smaller stores report a poor week, but the many banquets and dinner parties used up quantities of good flowers, Amer- ican Beauty, lily of the yalley and violets being most asked for. Several orchid decorations were made, a lot of Cymbid- ium Lowianum having done service at four difierent dinners. When itgetsdown to this, that flowers can be used to good advantage three or four times over, they are certainly merchandise. Roses were never better than at present. They are also plentiful and were lowered to $8 per hundred this week. Carnations still experience a good demand and are conse- quentlv scarce. A few good Prosperity are around. Lily of the valley is scarce. Violets have seen their finish and sweet peas are very slow in coming in. Wm. Fendley, of Brampton, was a vis- itor, who expressed himself well pleased with the past season. He is the leading violet grower in this vicinity and they did so well for him this season that he has purchased fourteen acres of ground adjoining his present property and is making preparations to put up several new houses at once. Instead of the regular monthly meet- ing of the Florists' Club there will be an "at home" held in St. George's Hall on Monday, April 21. There will be a con- cert, after which will come dancing and refreshments. All members and friends are requested to try and make this even- ing a success. H. G. D. Davenport, Ia.— In November, 1899, Chas. Dannacher sold out to Otto Kling- biel, taking notes for a portion of the purchase price. Now be seeks the appoint- ment of a receiver, claiming that Mr. Klingbiel is preparing to build a place of his own and stock it out of the old prop- erty. FOR EARLY PLANTING SPLENDID STOCK SVi-lnch Bridesmaids, $5 00 per 100; $45.00 per 1,000. Brides and Maids, 2y2-in., $3.00 per 100; $25.00 per 1000. Cash please. ALBERT F. AMLING, Maywood, III. ROSES Brides and Bridesmaids, 2Vi-in. pots at $15 per lOuO. Good clean stocK and well rooted. C, S. Foote, Downers Grove, III, CARNATIONS Rooted Cuttings of all the new 1902 and best standard varieties. Send for price list. WILLIAM SWAYNE. BOX 226. KENNETT SQUARE, PA. GERANIUM DRYDEN The finest beddor; silver medal at ISufTalo last year. |6,0f) per lOfi, 2'/2-inoh pots; $3.00 per ICO, rooti-d cuttin(?B. Cttsh pinnae. Henry Eichholz, Waynesboro, Pa. The New White That is Hard to Beat. Rooted Cuttings from flats, A No. I. stuff. Per lOO, S4.50; per 1000, $40.00. Vaughan's Seed Store, CHICAGO NewYork Well Rooted and Healthy. Per 100 Per 1000 PROSPERITY, white overlaid with pink |6.00 J50.00 GOV. ROOSEVELT, crimson... 6.00 50.00 QUEEN LOUISE, white 4.00 40.00 BON HOMME RICHARD, white 4.00 30 00 IRENE, pink 4.00 30.00 TRIUMPH, pink 2.0O 15 00 WHITE CLOUD, white 2.00 15.00 THOS. W. LAWSON, pink 4.00 35.00 MARQUIS, pink 2 50 20.00 G. H. CRANE, scarlet 2.00 IS.OO AMERICA, scarlet 2.00 15.00 MRS. BRADT, variegated 2.50 20.00 GUARDIAN ANGEL 1.75 15.00 MICHAEL WINANDY, DEVON AVE. AND PUIPlfSn NORTH ROBEY. uniuRmii GROWN ""St^ BeautituI Young Stock, breaking at every eye. Will make Large Plants Early 100 1000 Bridesmaids, Brides, 2x3 rose pots .... $3.60 J22.50 Maids, Brides, Gatos, rooted cuttings 1.60 12.00 Perle, rooted cuttings 2.0D 15.00 All Select Two and Three-Eye Cuttings. Parnatinnc Marquis, Jubilee, Flora Hill, tidllidllUllaa $i.25perl00; Scott, $1. W. H. 6ULLETT & SONS, Lincoln, III. WANTED 600 ROSES. 200 Brides, 200 Bridesmaids, 200 Perles. Must be first-class stock, free from all defects; from 2^-inch pots. State price. Address OTTO BAUMANN, Manistao, Mich. JOSEPH HEACOCK, Wynoote, Pa., Grower of Palms and Am. Beauty Roses. CO CO s, igo2. The American Florist. 489 Dreer's Offer of Hardy Vines and Climbers. tTetJio-Tlese _ AMPELOPSIS VEITCHII. Per doz. Per lOD Strong 2-year old plants $1.25 $10.01 Extra select, 2-year old plants.... 1.50 13 00 ARISTOLOOHIA SIPHO. strong long vines, extra heavy, per doz $3.0D CLEMATIS PANICULATA. Per doz. Per 100. Per 1000 Strong one year old $.76 $6 00 $50.00 two three 1.00 3.00 SCO 15.03 70.00 3.0O 6.C0 6.00 6.00 13.00 4,00 CLEMATIS LARGE FLOWERED VARIETIES. Strong two-year old plants of the following popular sorts. Boskoop Seedhng, Ducheis of Edinburgti, B'airy Queen, Gypsy Queen, Henryi, Jackmaui. M. Koster, Mme Baron Veillard, Mme Van Houtte, Miss Biteman, Standishl, The Gem and The President, $3 00 per doz.; $25.00 per 100. HARDY ENGLISH IVIES. An extra fine lot of bushy plant! in 4- in. pots, 3 ft. high, 3 to 5 shoots, %\ 25 per dozen; 810 per 100. CLIMBING HYDRANGEA. SCHIZOPHRAGMA HYDRANGEOIDES-A limited lot of extra strong plants established in tubs, 3 to 4 feet high, which will produce an immediate effect, (1.50 each. WISTARIA SINENSIS. strong 3-year old plants. Blue, $3.00 per dozen; White, $3.50 per dozen. A Few Leaders in HARDY PERENNIALS. For the most complete list and largest stock offered in this country, see our current Trade List. With few exceptions all the varieties offered below are suitable for cut-flower purposes. Per doz Per 100 Anemone Japonica 3Ji-inch pots, .75 $5.00 Alba2)i ■• " .75 5 00 " Lady Ardilaun 2M " " ''5 5.00 " Whirlwind 31< " " .75 5 00 " Queen Charlotte 2M " " .75 6.00 Asters, Hard^, 10 choice varieties, strong divisions 1.01 8.0O Boltonia Asteroides, strong plants 75 6.00 Boltonia Latisquama, " *' 75 6.00 Per doz. Per 100 Caryopteris Mastacanlhus, Sin pots .75 6.00 Chrvsanthemum Hardy Pompon 2J-i- inch pots 50 Chrysantnemum Maximum Triumph, 3-inch pots 75 Chrysanthemum Maximum Filiformis, 3-inch pots 75 Clematis Davidiana, strong 1-year-old clumps 75 Clematis Recta, 2-year old plants 1.53 Coreopsis Lanceolata Gratidiflora strong 3-incb pots 60 Coreopsis Lanceolata Grandiflora large clumps 75 Dictamnus Fraxinella, strong plants 1.00 Alba " " 1.25 Dielytra Spectabilis " roots .75 Euphorbia Corollata 60 Gaillardia Gr.'indiflora, strong 3-in. pots .75 4 • 1.00 Gypsophila Paniculata, strong l-yr-old .75 Helenium Autumnale Superba strong divisions 1.00 Helenium Grandicephalum Striatum strong divisions 75 Helenium Hoopesi, strong divisions... 1.00 " Pumilum 3-in. pots 1.00 Helianthus Multiflorus llore pleno, 2J^-inch pots 75 Helianthus Multiflorus Masimus, 2'4-inch pots 75 Heliopsis Pitcherianus, strong divisions .75 Scaber Major " *' .7.5 Heuchera Sanguinea, 3-inch pots 1.00 Iris KEempIeri," 25 choice named vars. 1.25 " Germanica 10 ■' " " .75 Physostegia Virginica 3-in. pots .75 Alba " " .75 Pyrethrum Dliginosum, strong plants 1.00 Primula Veris Superba " " 1.25 Rudbeckia Golden Glow strong division .50 '* Newmani " " .75 " Purpurea " plants 1.00 " Subtomentosa " " .75 " Triloba. 3-inch pots 75 Salvia Azurea Grandiflora, strong plants 1.00 Scabiosa Caucasica strong plants l.OO Alba " " 1,25 Stokesia Cvanea " '* 1.35 Tritoma Pfitzeri " " 1 00 Veronica Longifolia Subsessilis 21^- inch pots 75 6.O0 8.00 lO.OO 600 4.00' 6.00 8.00 6.0(V 8.oa 6.00 8.0O 8.0O 6.00 6.00 6.00- 6 0O 8.00 lO.OO 6.00 6.00 6.00 8.0O 10.0» 4.00 600 8.0O 6 0O 6.00- 8.0O 8.03 10.00' 10.00 8.0O 6.00 HENRY A. DREER, 7[4 Chestnut St.. Philadelphia, Pa. ROOTED CARNATION CUTTINGS. T^Srif^icC: You don't have to buy 200 to have 100 fit to plant out, when planting time comes. For every 100 we send, you have 101 when ready to plant. We have the finest and largest stock of NORWAY and ESTELLE in the country. Stock marked ( * ), now ready in flats. ^^"Send us a list of your wants for special prices on 1; Per ino Per 1000 •General Maceo $1.75 $15.00 *Ethel Crocker 1.75 15.00 •G.H.Crane 2.50 3100 •Genevieve Lord 2.C0 15.00 •Marquis 2.00 1750 •Mrs. G. M. Bradt 2.50 20.00 •Chicago 3.50 30.00 •Morning 31ory 3.00 25.00 •Mrs. T. W. Lawson 5 00 40.00 •Queen Louise 5.00 45.00 •Norway 4.50 40.00 Prosperity 6.00 50.00 •Governor Roosevelt 6.00 50.00 •Estelle 6.00 50.00 •Cressbrook 10.00 75 00 Enquirer 12 00 100.00 •Mrs. Potter Palmer 12.00 lOO.OO •Mrs. Higinbotham 12.00 lOO.OD GREENHOUSES; WESTERN SPRINGS, ILL. BOSTON FERNS. [n pans, grown the way you like them, full, bushy, compact stock, ready for your counter trade. Each 12-inch pans $4.00 10-inch pans 3.00 9-inch pans 2.00 8-inch pans 1.50 7-inch pans 1.00 6-inch pans 75 5-inch pans 50 4-inch pots 3-inch pots 3>4-inch pots Started Plants of Cannas, H full line of ;ill the leaders. Write for prices. Doz. 100 $40.00 30 00 20.00 15.00 10.00 8.0O $60.00 5.00 40.00 2.50 20.00 1.50 10.00 .60 5,00 VaUGHAN'S SEED STORE,,' arge lots. ASPARAGUS PLUMOSUS NANUS. Fine bushy stock in large quantity. Doz. 100 " 1000 5-inch pots $4.00 $30.00 4-inch pots 2 00 15.00 3-inch pots 1.00 8.00 $70.00 2^ -inch pots 60 5.00 40.00 ARAUCARIA EXCELSA. A Big Bargain. 5-inch pots, 18 to 30 inches high, 4 to 6 whorls, each, 75c; dozen, $9.00. FICUS ELASTICA (Rubber Plant). 7-inch pots, 36 inches high, very fine stock, $9.00 per dozen. PHCENIX CANARIENSIS. Fine bushy plants, 8-inoh pots, 36 inches high, each, 13.50; dozen, 124 OO. 84-86 RANDOLPH ST.. CHICAGO. 4 BARCLAY ST.. NEW YORK. CEeowi>B;i> n>oi* hsoojiviv You want to buy Roses now, but are crowded for room. Why not place your order now with Ceo. A. Kuhl and have them grown into 3-in. for May or .June delivery. We believe in shifting Young Roses often. All stock offered in 2S4-in. has been shifted from 2-in. and is equal to most stock advertised as 3-in., and when we send it out is well established. Our varieties, Meteors. Brides, Maids, Peries. La France, Kaiserin, Woottons, Belle Siebrecht, Pres. Carnot. Golden Gate, .\m. Beauties, and Liberty. Write us at Pekin, III. ■^ .««..»-.,».—- Brides, Maids and Golden ICO^VT^ Gates. 2H-inch stock in fine "^^"■^^^^^^ condition. $2.25 per 100; $18 per 1000. Ready for delivery. West View Floral Co., Knlghtstown, Ind. Ftease mewtion the American Florist when turitin^. Carnation Floriana We believe this to be the best pink carnation introduced to date, was disseminated in the spring of J 90 1 by originators, Messrs. FiUow & Banks. Price, $6.00 per JOO; $50.00 per 1000. 50 at lOO rate, 500 at JOOO rate. Less than 50, 8c each. nJlll I CnnilTC DOnO carnation and chrysanthemum specialists, UAILLEUUUII: DnUOi flatbush, Brooklyn, n.y. fUase mention the American Florist when writinx- 490 The American Florist. April ig. San Francisco. GROWERS HOLD AN ENTBRTAfNING SESSION. — ESSAYS ARE INTERESTING. — INDEPEN- DENT MID-SUMMER SHOW PLANNED. — BUSINESS HOLDS FAIRLY ACTIVE. — AN ADDITION. The Pacific Coast Horticultural Society beld a very interesting meeting on the evening of April 5, there being fifty-five members present. A paper was read by John Atkinson, on conifers and their uses in this section. This was the second essay presented before the club, the first, on growing carnations for the San Fran- cisco market, having been read at a pre- vious session byC.H.Fick. Both papers were well received and will be followed by others. The committee on flower show reported that negotiations with the State Floral Society are off and was authorized to proceed with an independ- ent ihbw for August. Four new mem- bers were proposed and songs and story telling followed adjournment. Business since Easter is keeping up pretty well and stock is just equal to the demand. The prices are still up on car- nations biit roses have experienced a lit- tle drop and lilies are down to from $1.50 to $2.50 per dozen stalks. Some outdoor sweet peas are making their appearance and bring $3 per dozen bunches of fifty. Violets are getting scarcer and another week will very likely see the last of them for this season. H. Plath has invested in more land adjoining his already extensive nursery, on which will be erected four new houses 25x100 to be stocked with smilax, aspar- agus, ferns and palms. Among recent visitors was C. W. Scott, of Vaughan's, Chicago. Golden Gate. Washington, D, C. Trade has been fairly good since Easter and most of the florists are busy with decorations for weddings and receptions and with funeral work. Stock is quite plentiful in general. The violet supply has been a little ahead of the demand, but they are looking fine for this season. Roics are in ercellent condition. Carna- tions are not enough for the demand. The weather is cool and is retarding out- door work. P. G. Santa Ana, Cal.— P. H. Dorsett, of the U. S. Department of Agriculture, has removed from Garrett Park, Md., and will reside here permanently. Ivory or White Golden Gate. Guaranteed TRUE STOCK Strong plants out of 2-in. pots. $6.00 PER 100. 27.50 PER 500. 50.00 PER 1000, W.A.Hammond 107 E. Broad St., Richmond, Va. THE GRANDEST NEW FORCING ROSE Souvenir de Pierre Ming of all Forcing ROSES, color deep yellow; will be distributed for the first time April, 1902 The Best, The finest, The Most Tree Blooming BY THE RAISERS SOUPERT & NOTTING, ROSE GROWERS. Net price, $80.00 per JOO; $J.OO each. Write for lithographs. I The Sensational New Rose for 1902, I I MRS. OLIVER AMES. I \ For description, prices, etc, see Trade List. ■ 3 t Henry A. Trask. Editor of "North American," says in a letter dated Feb- I9th, 1902. d ^ The box of rosea arrived safely last Saturday afternoon. Please accept mv thanks. To my a t mind they are the realization of the ideal. Yours very truly, H. A. TRASK, Editor. 3 E $100.00 IS OFFERED IN PRIZES for Cut Flowers of this Rose at Madison Square 3 C Show next fall. 3 E nUDYCAIlTUCUIIIIQ some new European varieties of sterling merit, the stock of which 3 C Unn I unll I nCnlUlilu we control for the American Market, and also all the cream of 3 E last year's new European varieties, and all the New American varieties of this season's intro- 3 E duction; for those contemplating growing for the shows nest fall the above will prove winners. 3 £ n ADII ATinmC A" t''° ''b'*'^'*'' ^''■"i'^'''' ^3'''**'°^- I^yoktaloeue describin;; the above 3 E UHnilnl lUHO will be mailed to those not having received it. by sending a postal card lo 3 I JOHN N. MAY, Summit, N. J. 1 DORMANT, Two years old. our Own Rnnt, $6; ROSES GOOD CONDITION OUARANTEED. No. 2, $v3,50. WRITE FOR PRICE LIST. W. F. HEIKES, Manager. 3019 NORTH BROADWAY, ST. LOUIS, MO. Boston Ferns Fine, strong, young plants, $3.00 per JOO; $27.50 per JOOO. Edwin Lonsdale, ^CTnTm,.. ps. Gataloeue Illustrations. We •ell Electroi of the fine lllnstra- tioni niedlnthe Ambkican Plorht at 16 ct«. per iqnare Inch. Send llit of your needi to THE AMERICAN FLORIST CO. BiBDDIJVO JPlants. Per 100 Per 1000 Roses, liridcs and Maids, 2-ln tJ.OO $18.00 Geranluius, best var., Hand 4- in. .{3.50 to $T Drac.vna Indivisa, .l-lu 10.00 ITeiiotrope. ^iu 2.10 PctuDiR. lar^'c dbl. llowers. 2-in 2 00 Lobelia, C. 1>. C. and White Gem,2-ln. L.TO . A ly SB urn, 2-in i.BO Vnrbena, best strain, 2-in 1 60 ,Salvia Spiendens and lionflre. 2-in 2.00.... Smihix. from Hats, 2.^c; by mail 80 Asters, best strains, strong trauaplantDd .80 18.00 18.00 ICOO CASH OR I trauaplal O. O. 1). McAllister & co., Batavia, iii. Mention the American Florist when writing to advertisers on this page. igo2. The American Florist. 491 ''Don't Imitate the Crab T' He is slow and moves sideways. But step up lively to the front, man- fashion, and get your spring stock at a price that will make you happy. We are at the old auction stand 54 DET ST., NEW YORK, every Tuesday and Friday at U A. M. and there we stay till every plant is sold. Great variety in trees, shrubs, palms and bedding plants. 'Wnx. E>lllott S& Sons. ...LOOK... Over this list of items and send us 50c or $1.00 for San pies of what you may want. f Red, White, Fink, Salniou. GERANIUMS { Ivy, Rose. Polargonlum, I Mme. Sallerol. SMILAX, fine, 3-iach. SWEET ALTSSCM, Dwarf and tiarge. FEVERFEW. SAtVIA. AGERATUM. VINCAS. ENGLISH IVr. FUCHSIAS. SALVIA. LANTANAS. HIBISCUS. MARGUERITES. MOONVINES, etc. PETUNIAS. BEGONIAS. PANSIES. Etc., Etc. Write. CEO. A. KUHL, Pekin, III. California Carnations. Our cuttings are rooted without fire heat and are strong, hardy and well rooted. They are so far superior in every way to cuttiuea rooted by Are heat that they should not be mentioned in the same connection. We guarantee safe arrival and satisfaction. Per 100 Per 1000 QUEEN LOUISE, white $4.00 $30.00 MERMAID, fine salmon pink 3.00 20.00 G. H. CRANE, scarlet 1.50 12.00 MRS. F.JOOST, fine pink... l.OO 8.00 Giant of California Pansy Plants, 50c per 100; S3.50 per 1,000. Giant of California, transplanted plants, $5 per 1000—100 sent at 1000 rates. TERMS CASH WITH ORDER. THE LOOMIS FLORAL CO., LOOMIS, CALIFORNIA. What You want and where to Get it, BRIDE and BRIDESMAID ROSES, 2>4-in. pots, ex- tra fine, r. ady for 3-in., $3.25 per 100; $30 per 1000. Dbl Grant, S. A. Nutt, Murkland and dbl. deep pink Geraniums, 3 in. pots, $5.00 per 100. AGERATUM, German Ivy. Golden Bedder and assorted Coleus. 3-in. pots, $1.50 per 10 '. ALTERNANTHERA. 2 varieties, (red and yellow), 2-in. pots, $1.^0 per 100. VINCA VARIEGATA, 2-in., $2.00 ner 100. Rooted cuttings, ALTERNANTHERA, 55c per 100; •5 per loco. Golden Bedder, Verschaffeltii, Coleus, 60c per 100. Assorted Coleus. 5bc per ICO. Case with Order. R I. HART. HACKETTSTOWN, N. J. Dracaena Indivisa, ^m $io;5-in..':$WM Vinoas, 0-inch 10.00 Geraniums, mixed 4-inch $5.0C; 3-inch 3.00 Salvias 4-inoh $5.00; 3-inch 3.00 Begonias, Flowering, 3-inch ;100 Rex 6.00 Sweet Alyssum. 2V4-inch 2.00 Saxifraga, 3-inch 3.00 Cannas, 4-inch 5.00 3-ini;h :i(0 Pansies, fine, in bloom 2.00 100 Bellis Perennis 1.00 Spotted Calla, 5-inoh 20.00 J. S. BLOOM, RieoelsvMle. Pa. 'R08T. CRAIG & SON, \ Roses, Palms and Novelties in Decorative Plants, I Market and 49th Sts., Phlladelphfa, Pa, ^^■M»»w»MMMA«»Mim«JI)WWAWW»WMI Please mention the American Florist eTcry time you write to an advertiser. CASSIA FALCATA Not a nert' plant, but a good rare old one. Blooming equally profuse, it is a good companion plant for Salvia Splendens; color lemon yellow; extra fine for Park or Garden decoration. Can be kept overwinterin cool cellar. $I.SO per doz. $10 per 100. J. T.TEMPLF, DAVENPORT, lA. ivAi:s HOBtE-GBOWN, FINB, CLEAN STOCK; GBOWN COOI.. Write lor Price Liit. J. B. HEISS. The Exotic Murseries, DAYTON, OHIO. ASPARAGUS SPRENGERI, 3-iiich. 13.25 per 100. Good stock. DRACiENA INDIVISA, 2'4-inch, $2.25 per 100. Good stock, VINCA VARIEGATA, 254-inch, $3.C0 per 100. Good stock. VINCA GREEN, 2M-inch, $3 00 per 100. Good stock. HULL FLORAL CO.. MORRIS. ILL. Orders booked now for mv new Fern "NEPHROLEPIS FOSTERIANNA," Kentia-, any quantity, 6-in., 30-in., $1,00 each. R. C Coleus, mixed, EO cents per 100; Verschaffeltii, G. Bedder. 75oents per 101 Draoaana Indivisa, 6-in., $60 00 per 100. Geraniums in bloom lor Easter. I. n. rOSTER, 45 King St., Dorchester, Mass. Please mention the American Florist when ivriline-- BEGONIfl GLOIRE DE LORRAINE, 2X-lnch pots, $15.00 per 100. Write for prices on large lots. Stock guaranteed absolutely free from disease. THOMAS ROLAND, Nahant. Mass. 500,000 VERBENAS. 60 finest named varieties, including our NEW MAIVIMOTH WHITE, "MRS. McKINLEY." The finest white verbena grown; perfectly healthy; free from disease. Rooted cuttings, 60c per 100; $5 00 per lOOO. Plants. $2.50 per 100; $20.10 per 1000.. Our list is the choice of millions of seedlings. Send for circular. J. L. DILLON. BloomsburG. Pa. ■^ ^*V ^-^ ^^ C^ Crimson Rambler Ramblers, 3 to 4^4 ft., well branched.. .$10 per 100 2^4 to 3 ft., ■' •• ... 8 per 100 1V4 to2Hft., " " ... 6perI0O Soupert, strong fleld-grown plants 15 per 100 The Conard & Jones Co, West erove, Pa. Hease mention the American Florzst when writing. ROOTED CUTTINGS. Strong Healthy Stock. The foUowing at $12.00 per J 00; $100 01 per JOOO: Viola Allen, Stella, Alba, Jos. H. Manley, Mrs. Potter Palmer, Apollo, Harry Fenn, Dorothy Whitney. The following at $10 00 per JOO; $75.00 per JOOOi Golden Beauty, Challenger; Mrs E. A, Nelson, Cressbrook, Gaiety. The following at $6 00 per JOO; $50.CO per JOOO: Gov. Roosevelt, Prosperity, Lorna, Norway. Queen Louise, $5 per 100; $40 per 1000. Mrs. Lawson,$4,50 per JOO; $40 per JOOO. Morning Glory and Mrs. G, M. B adt, $3.00 per JOO; $25.00 per JOCO. Lizzie McGowan and Wm. Scott, $J 50 per JOO; $J2 00 per JOOO. THE COTTAGE GARDENS, QUEENS, L. I., N Y. Cyclamen Giganteum Extra strong July Seedlings in separate colors: 2K-inch pots, gi4 00 per 100 3 inch pots, 8.00 per 100 4-inch pots, 12.00 per 100 LEHNIG <&, WINNEFELD. HACKENSACK, N. J. Mitting Floral Go. LOOMIS, CAL. Wholesale Florists. TO MIKE ROOM I OFFER 150 Kentia Belmoreana, 2M-in $5.00 per 100 400 " '• 3-in lOOOperlOO 200 " " 4-in., 3d size 16 CO per IfO 100 Latania Borboniea. 3-in 5 00 per 1(0 lOOPandanus Utilis, 2K-in 4.00 per 100 ^5 " " 3-in S.OUperlOO ■100 Selaginella Emmellana, 2K-in 3.00 per 100 All healthy stock. Cash with order. JOSEPH E. BONSALL, SALEM, OHIO. Please mention the American Florist when writing. 492 The American Florist. April ig. Down "Injeanny" Way. The first "boomers" to arrive for the lodiana republican state convention came from New Castle yesterday, says the Indianapolis Journal, and they are here in the interests of Thomas B. Milli- kan, candidate for state treasurer. The delegation is headed by Myer Heller, president of the South Park Floral Com- pany, of Nevr Castle. The delegation brought with it a vase of magnificent American Beauty roses, which President Heller presented to the Colombia Club. The vase ocenpies a prominent place in the office of the club. "These are a Milli- kan ofiering," remarked Mr. Heller, pointing to the dozens of red beauties. The roses hang from five-foot stems and the odor from them gives the office a most delightful perfume. It seems that the soil in and about New Castle is par- ticularly adapted to the growth of roses. "We have got six acres of roses," said Mr. Heller, "and 75,000 growing plants. Forty-five thousand of these are Ameri- can Beauties. We clip perhaps 10,000 roses each day." The roses presented the Columbia Club are a duplicate of the bunch that drew the first prize at the Kansas City flower show some months ago, which was a national afiair. Mr. Heller started a modest little conserva- tory at New Castle seven years ago, and since then three other floral firms have come down from Chicago and settled there. Mr. Heller is just now experi- menting with a yellow rose, which he thinks will be perfect. "Did you ever realize," he said, "how few real yel- low roses can be found?" Heller is look- ing about for a name for his new rose, which he says will be as grand as the American Beauty in its general forma- tion. He will be pleased if some one will suggest a suitable name for the rose. The name American Lady has already been suggested, but the company has not yet decided to adopt it. Some one lug- gested the American Queen, having in mind Charles Dana Gibson's picture of the American society girl, but Mr. Heller savs there is already a rose of that name. f ffi VIOLET See American Florist, March 29, page 361. For texture, quality and stability of the leaf, for hunching flowers this violet is unt-qualcd. The flowers afi- medium size, of a rich dark violet color, and have a diliphtful delicate odor. The plants are vigorous, and under normal conditions are disease resistant. With good treatment will ^'uarantec 08 per cent of stock to grow. '^ Having purchased llie greenhouses and stock of Mr. P. 11. Dorsett at Garrett Park, Maryland. I am prepared to furnish rooted crowns, for immediate delivery, at SJ.CO per 100. or $10.00 per ICOO. Sand- rooted cuttings, for delivery after May 1, $6.00 per 100, $45.00 per 1000; 2W-inch pots, after Mayl, $7.00 per lOO. DAVID BISSET, BARRETT PARK, MP. PANSIES The Jennings Strain. Fine cold frani' plants in bud and bloom, -$1.50 per 100; $7 ."jO jier .WU. t 'ash \vlth order. ■. B. JENNINGS. Uok Bn Z64, Soiithport, Conn. Grower of the Finest Pansles. Violets My Specialty Good strong rooted runners of Princepsof Wales and La Francs at $3 per lOJO; $3J per 10,100; now ready. Also Tree Violets in 2!^-ln. pots and 8 tD 12 Inches high, ready May 1st, »t (5 per ICO. Orders booked now. Cash with order. FD.BOULON.SEAOLIFF.L.I. Geraniums, Carnations, Palms, Etc. CARNATIONS, 3M-in. pot plants. Per 100 Marquis $3.00 Ethel Crocker 2.60 California Gold 3.50 Crane 300 Joost 2.00 Mary Wood 3.50 White Cloud 2 00 GERANIUMS, S. A. Nutt, Mme. Barney, Richelieu, La Favorite, John Doyle, Mme. Charles Molin and Beaute Poite- vine, $30.00 per 1003 Jean Viaud 5.00 Marquis de Castellaine 6.00 Set of 4 New Hruants for 60 Set of 8 New Doubles for 1.60 In good assortment, our choice of vari- eties, $27.50 per 1000 ROSE GERANIUMS, strong 3.50 CANNAS, all the standard varieties, strong roots 3.50 PRIMULA FORBESI 3.0O H ELIOTROPES, six varieties 2.00 SELAGINELLA Emiliana 2 00 Per 100 FUCHSIAS, in good assortment of varie- ties. 2V4-in. pots $3.50 Areca Lutescens, 2H-in. pots, $30.00 per ICOO 4.00 Areca Lutescens, 3-in. pots ,. . 8.00 Areca Lutescens, 4-in. pots., 3 plants in a .20. pot. GO TCentia Belmoreana, 3H-in. pots 7 OO Kentia Belmoreana, 3-in. pots 15 00 Latania Borbonica, 2^-in. pots 3.00 Latania Borbouica, 3-in. pot, $tO per 1000 5 00 Pandanus Utilis, 2i4-in. pots 5.O0 Pandanus Utilis, 4-in. pots 15.00 Pandanus ^^'itchii,4-in. Dots, $6.00 perdoz. ASPARAGUS PLUMOSUS. 2^-in 4 00 ASPARAGUS SPRENGERI, strong, 2W-in... 2 00 ASPARAGUS SPRENGERI. strong. 3-in 3.00 SPIRAEAS, Nana Compacta, Astilboides, Floribunda and Japonica at 3.50 AZALEA MOLLIS, fine for Easter 35.00 TUBEROUS ROOTED BEGONIAS, single, separate colors 3.00 TUBEROUS ROOTED BEGONIAS, double, separate colors 6.00 GLOXINIAS 4.00 B|Storrs& Harrison Co. PAINESVILLE. OHIO. 100,000 GIANT PANSIES Best strain, strong plants, all transplanted and grown cool, 50c per 100; $4.00 per lOOO. E.xpress prepaid. ASTERS, Hohenzollern, pure white, delicate rose and red (Roeraer's), last year novelty, grandest aster to date. Mammoth size, 7 inches across, double to center, resembling a large .Japanese chrysanthemum, unsurpassed for cutting or bed- ding, plants branching, with strong stems 18 to 20 inches long, 7 lo per lOL; $6.00 per lUUO. Queen of the Market, white, red, pink and mi'ed. Florists' Upright Branching, outer petals re- curved, center petals incurved, superb cut flower, pure white, daybreik pink, fiery scarlet and lavender. Late Branching or Scrapie's, white, rose pink, lavender, red and mixed. All the above are the best money makers for florists, strong, healthy plants, assorted tj suit, tOc per 100, $4.00 per 1000. Express prepaid for cash with order. DES MOINES PLANT CO., 38th St., Des Moines, Iowa. For Spring Potting. 100,000 . Safe arrival guaranteed. Have sent ".'Very year, for several years, to California, Canada and all other states in perfect condition. Plants fill a 3^- inch pot at once. Adiantum Pubescens, Pteris, Nephrodium, Lomaria, L.\go- dium. Poljstichuni, Anemia, etc.. etc. Also same sorts in 2^-inch pots, fit to shift on. ffA per 100; $3S per ICOO. Boston Fern, strong 3y,- inch, $3 per 1(10; $3.5 per 1000. Nephroleois Philippensis, •iV,-\'a. $3 per 100. Clematis Paniculata, secjilngs, 100 mailed $1; $5 per 1000 by I'xpress. JOHN H. LEY, Good Hope, Washington, D.C. VIOLET Plants 5?(K) Miiric LouiS';, eood heiiltliv ^tock. price $l.:i.5 per lOO; $I0,0() v>-r lOtO. Cauliflower Dwarf Erfurt, Transplanted from flats. 75c cer 100. CASH WITH ORDER. A. R. KNOWLES. Bloomington. III. FERNS p. MAJOR and A. NANA Alternantheras strong ronteil cuttings, 60 cts. per ICO. ur $100 per 1000. I''ri>iii 2-lnch pots, $1 50 pi'r 110. DAVIB BROS., MORRISON. ILL. tuoie mention tHe American i'lonsl tv/un wnttng 3 Bargain For all Comers. Dutch Nursery Stock, Ro<:es, etc., Rhododendrons, Palms, Bc;d- ding Plants in bewildering Varie- ty, at the sign of the red tlig, 60 Vesey St. New York. Cleary k Co. Horticultural Auctioneers. FERNS. Mixed varieties, strong stock and I good assortment, in 2-inch pots, \ |3. 50 per lOO; |30 00 per lOCO. RFiVDI) BOOS *«»• ^'"^ strain, UL^HU unuj., DETROIT, MICH. Pttase mention the American Moris! when wriitnf igo2. The American Florist. 493 and All Kinds of BEDDING PLANTS AT PRICES THAT ARE RIQHT. Send for revised price list. All stock can be shipped on receipt of order. Long Distance Tolephone. GREENE & UNDERHILL, WSTERTOWNJNLY. QERANICMS FOR THE MONTH OF APRIL SPECIAL TRADE LIST Asparagus Comorensis. This new variety grows las er than Plumosusand mak'-a airings in hair llie time, foliuiie more graceful and lighttT in color, 2-in. 3507 doz.; $3 per 100. Size o( pots. Per doz. 100 Asp.iragus Plumosus 2 I .3.i J3.00 Asparagus Sprengeri 2 .25 2.00 Ageratum, dark :ind light blue. ...3 .50 4.00 Abutilon Savitzii 3 l.tO 7.C0 Bouvardias. single and double, white, pink, scarlet 2 .35 2.50 Bouvariia Humboldtii, jasmine llowering, sweet scented.. 2 .40 3.C0 Carnations, MoGowau, Flora Hiil, Crocker VA -40 3.00 Chrvsanthemums.beststand. var. 2^4 .40 3.(0 Cuphea Platycentra 2W -40 3.00 Clematis, large flowering varieties, strong plants 4.0) Clematis Paniculata, strong plants 4 1.50 10.00 Clematis Paniculata, strong plants 3 .75 5.00 Cobsea Scandens 3 .50 4 00 Dracaena Sanderiana 3 2.00 Dracxna Indivisa 5 3.00 Drac.Tna Se»'dlings from flats 1.00 Echeveria Glauca strong plants. ..4 l.CO 7.00 Echeveria Secunda Glauca, flats... 3. CO Feverfew, Little Gem 2i4 3 00 Geraniums, best bedding varieties 3 .59 4. (JO Geraniums, Mrs. Parker ■ .V-A -75 5.00 Geraniums, Mme Salleroi 2H ■•^' '^-OJ Glechomu, variegated German Ivv 2^ .3i 3.03 Hydrangea. Thos. Hogg "..2!4 .50 4 00 Ivy, hardy English strong plants. .4 1.50 10 00 Ivy, hardy English 3 .75 5.10 Lobelias, Emperor William, Pumila splendens and pure white 2i4 .35 SCO Lantana, Le Naine.bestdwarf var. 2i4 .3i 3.00 Petunia, double white 2'/» .35 3 CO Umbrella Plants 3 .'5 5.00 Violets, the Californ'a, La France and Princess of Wales .3* 3.00 Vinoas. variegated strong plants 4 1 00 7.00 Aster Plants. Queen of the ilarket, Semple's, from flats 1 .00 Chrysanthemums, R. C. from soil.. 1.50 C.EISELE.IIth and Jefferson Sts., Pniladelphia, Pa. Dahlias Mrs. Winters THE WORLD'S BEST WHITE DAHLIA. Novelties and Stand- ard varieties. 18vrs'. experience and have failed of no prize competed for. See my catalogue before placing your order. Also fine field-grown Hollyhocks at $3.50 per 10^'. Cannas, Pasonias and Hardy Plants. Cheap mix- tures are dear; get the best. W. W. WILMORE, The Dahlia Speciall&t, Box 382, DENVER. COLO. GIANT SWEET ALYSSUM $1 per 100; $3 per lOOO. ASTERS, \'ick's best, separate col- ors, great big strong plants from soil, 60c per 100; $.5.00 per lOOO. CANDYTUFT, from soil. 5nc per RO; $4. CO per 1001 Express paid. C. Humfeld, Clay Center. Kai. n SUM A A liurbank, Henderson, Mme. uSmiBd <^rozy, F. Vaughan, P. Urr- "■■•■•■■"• quant, L.E. Bally, A. Bouvier, J. C. Vaughan, Egandale, Souv. de Antoine Crozy in variety, started, $2 50 per 100. ALTbRnAnTHCnAS ci.eoc, postpaid^ Pot plants, red. yellow, pink, $2.00 per 100. BOSTON PERM i1nlh°'',i^o:^'°°^'^= Begonias, flowering, in variety. 2i4-in., 2i4c. Ru.gellaMultlflora and Blegantlsslma 2H-in.4c. Vinca Maior, strong, fine runners, 2-iu., 3c. Cash. A. J. BALDWIN, NEWARK. OHIO. lUase mention the^meruan J-lorui ai/ten w^itint^. GERANIUMS. PHALARIS ARUNDINACEA VAR. Jean Viand, Mme. Landry, Mme. Char- lotte and Hubert Charron, $5 per 100. Marvel, Due de Montemart, La Favorite, Wm. Pfitzer, Countess de Castiers and Mars, $3.00 per 100. BEGONIA Rex, a large collection of salable varieties from 2V2 and 3-inch pots. PELARGONIUMS. Strong stock from 2V2 and 3-inch pots, in bud and bloom, W. C. Boyes. Euclid, Bridegroom, Crimson King, Evening Star, Innocence, Joseph Leigh, Linda, Mrs. O. W. Childs and Prince George, $12 per 100. Mme. Thibaut, Robt. Green, Sandiford's Best, Sandiford's Wonder and Victor, $S per 100. FEVERFEW Matricaria, $2.50 per 100. NATHAN SMITH & SON. ADRIAN, MICH One of the most suitable plants for bor- dering Canna Beds, $4. per 100. RUDBECKIA Golden Glow, 2-inch pot9. $2 50 per 100. Newmanii, 2-inch pots, $3 00 per 100. HELIANTHUS Multiflorus Plenus, double, 2 inch pots, $2 50 per 100. Multiflorus Plenus, sin- gle, 2-inch pots, $2 50 per 100. Rigidus, $3.00 per 100. NEFHROLEFIS Cordata Compacta and Nephrolepis Cordifolia. This is exceptionally strong 3-in. pot stock, and a bargain, $4 per 100. RAMBLER ROSES. 2-yr.-old extra strong, .Sc each. 75 _vel- low, 75 pink and 75 white. With Leaves On... JAPANE8E FERN BALLS. We have an immense stock of Fern Balls, well furnished with leaves, at $5.00 per dozen. Culls from $3.00 per dozen, up. The Geo. Wittbold Co., Chicago, III. nni cue 1° -'""'^'^"'■'^t'^' 2-in.. ter 100,$!; UULCUO per 1000. $18. Rooted Cuttings per 100. 6Ui--; per ICOO. J5. It by mail add 10- per lOJ. NEPHROLEPIS WITTBOl-DM. Rooted Runners, per dozen $1.C0 3-inch pots, strong, per dozen 2.00 Large Plants from Bench, ready for 7-iach pots, each 1.00 Latania Borbonica Palms, 2-inch, ready for 3- inch, 100, $3.00; per lOCO 25.00 Grevillea Robus a, 3 -inch, per 100 5.00 Heliotrope in variety, named, per 100 2.00 Umbrella Plants, 2-inch, per 100 3.0] Chrysanthemums, Major Bonnaffon, 2-inch, "per 103 2.00 Ageratum, White Cap, 2-inoh, per 100 2.00 Aiyssum, double, 2-inch, per 103 2.00 Begonia, Albo Picta, (good for baskets or vases) 2-inch, per lUO, $3.00; 3-in. per 100, 5.00 Lobelia, 2 inch, per ICO 2.00 CANNAS, a large stock or r oted tubers ready for pots, bend for list and prices. Cash ortatis- factory reference. George L. Miller, Newark, O ULnHn I UniO Cvli Iran^ Perkins, Mme. .Jaulia, La Favor te. Hill, etc., 3^4- in., $2.00 per 100; 3-in. $3.00 per 100; 4-inch in bud or bloom, $5.00 per 100. PANalES, extra fine plants from cold frame coming in bud, $1.00 per ICO; $8.00 per 1000. VERBENAS, 6Cc per 100; $1.50 per ILOO. DOUBLE DAISIES, large plants. 76c per 100; $5.03 jer lOOO. ASPARAGUS SPRENGERI. seedlings from fluts ready for i otling, $1 per 100. Hill Top Greenhouses, 15-16 Gray Ave., Utica, N. Y. i^ase mention the A merican Florist when writing. A FEW GOOD THINSS YOU WANT. KENTIA BELMOREANA and FORSTERIANA, spec- ial price to reduce stock. 2^-in., 8c; 3-in., 15c; 4-in. 2Jo; 6-in., 50c; 6-in., $1.00. 3, 4, 5-in ARECA LUTESCENS, 3 and 3 plants to a pot, same price. These are excellent lot of clean, cool grown plants. BOSTON FERNS. 4o, 8c, 15o, 30c and 50c each. DRACAENA INDIVISA, 3,4, 5-in., 6c, IPc, 3dc each. GLADIOLUS BULBS, good mixture, $1.U0 per luu. GERANIUMS, 2-in., Bonnat, double and single Grant, La Favorite, S. A. Nutt, Atkinson, Salleroi, Poitevine, M. Barny. Kleber, John Doyle, Jaulin, Riocard, Mrs. E. G. Hill, Perkins. Per 100— 3-in., $3 00; 3-in.. $5.00. ASPARAGUS SPRENGERI, 2-inch, $3.00 per lOO; Plumosus, 3-inch. $8.00 per 100. PANSIES, in bud and bloom, $1.00 per IOC ENGLISH IVY, 2-in., $3 00; 3 -in., $6 00 per 100. Verbena, Petunia, Smilax, Achyranthes, Lobelia, < "^leu3, .Vlternanthera, Tomato Plants, Camobell Violets, Aster, Ageratum, Heliotrope, Vinca Var., Giant Aiyssum, Scarlet Sage Clara Hedman. 2 in., $2.00 per 100; 3-in., $4.00 to $5.00 per 100. Send for wholesale lists. Cash or C. O. D. GEO. U. EMUANS, NEWTOIT, N J. HAERENS BROS. SOMERGEM, BELGIUM. Azalea Indica for Fall Delivery, in best sorts, includ- ing the beautiful new Haerensiana, from small plants to large specimens. KENTIAS and other f)alms, for spring and fall, in medium and extra arge sizes; all well grown. Address Sole Agents, August Rolker & Sons, 31 Barclay Street, NEW YORK. 494 The American Florist. April ig, Ciacinoati. BUSINESS NOT DULL BUT STOCK IN SERIOUS OVER-SUPPLY.— MUCH OF THE RECEIPTS GO TO THE BARREL. — GOOD DESIGNS. — NOTES. We are now having a glut of flowers and prices are very low. The wholesale houses at times do not know what to do with all the stock coming in and vast quantities find their way to the barrel. It cannot be said that business is bad, but there is not near enough done to con- sume one-half of the flowers received. Last Saturday one of the finest cafes in this country was opened and nearly every florist made a design or two for the event. An open umbrella from Hardesty and an open fan from Gardner were two of the most conspicuous and best gotten up designs in the lot. Jacob Meier, of the Clifton Rose Com- pany, has iued Leopold Kleybolte for an accounting and Judge HoUister has appointed Albert Sunderbruch to act as receiver for the concern. Miss Ada Kresken hat been exception- ally busy of late with funeral work. Miss Kresken is one of the best flower workers in the city. D- Minneapolis. TRADE STEADY.— PLENTY OF GOOD STOCK - VIOLETS AND BULBOUS FLOWERS GONE — VARIOUS NOTES. Business has been steady, with a fair demand and plenty of first-class goods to fill orders. Roses and carnations are abundant, with fair prices for both, as the bulbous stock is more or less cut out, and the call is for teas and carnations. Violets are about out of the market, the stock being thrown out to make space for spring bedding material. A large consignment of Caladium esculentum and tuberose bulbs has recently been received from the south by Grinell, Collins & Company, wholesale commission merchants. C. F. Rice is away on a two weeks trip in the north woods, on a recreation tour. C. F. R. SPECIAL April OFFER GERANIUMS. To reduce our atook of 100,000 plants at once, we will fill orders for the following strictly high grade varieties, true to name and llrat-olass in every respect: extra strong ti p cuttings, well rooted, ready for 2y4-inch pots, $1.50 per UO; $14.(0 Der 1000; In Variety— S. A. Nutt (best crimson bid- der) E G. Hill, F. Perkins, Beaute Poitevine, Mme. Bruaot, Dutchess of Orleans, La Favorite, J M. Garr, Snow Drift, Thos. Meehan, Alphonso Riocard, L. P. Morton, Athlete, J. J. Harrison, E. Kelway, Mmi'. .Jaulin. Double Fringed Petunias. It you want Petunias, we have them and can supply any quantity. Ten novelties selected from IlpDdcrsou's and breer's lati'st sets, plenty of white labeled. Extra strong rooted cuttings. SPECIAL PRICE, $1.00 per 100; $8.00 per 1000. 5'JO at 1000 rate. Smilax, strong seedlings ready for 2-lnch pots, EOj per liO; $4.00 per 1000. CASH WITH OUDEU. Tne W. T. Buckley Plant Co., Springfield. 111. STOCKS. Ten Weeks, out of 2!4 in. $2.00 per 100; $15 per lOOO. balvlas. '.'fci-lnch, $2.00 per 100. Giant Alyssum, 3>i-inch, $2.00 per 100. Sweet Williams. I yeur old plant!, JS.OOper 100; »ir,,l() per lOQO. Forget-Me-Not, 2!^-incli, in bloom, $1.50 per 100. Vinca Variegata, rooted cuttings, $1.0U per 100. J. C. SCHMIDT, Bristol, Pa. Plant and Rooted Cutting List Marguerites $ .75 Heliotrope, 4 varieties 60 English Ivy 2.00 Achyrantbes, 4 varieties 1.00 NOW READY FOR SHIPMENT. Per 100 Per 1000 PTERIS TREMULA, 2M-inch pots, per 100, 12.00; $ 6.00 2>4-in. pots, per lUO, $3.00; 3-in. pots, per 100, |5. 6.00 For list of varieties see American Flobist of 18.00 Kov. 9. If wanted by mail add I5o per 100. Sam- 8.00 pies by mail 25o. rHDVCAMTHFIilllUC '^^- ^- Lincoln, Jerome Jones, Golden Wedding, Philadelphia, Ivory, ullHlonll I ilLITIUiTlo Thornden. Pres. Smith, Minnie Wanamaker, Louis Boehmer, Maud Dean, Viviand-Morel, Major Bonnaffon. G. W. Childs, Mme. Bergmann, Glory of I'acidc. J. G. Whilldin. Rooted cuttings, grand stuff, $1.25 per 100; $10.00 per 1000. ^g~All the above sold on the positive guarantee of their being first-class. If not, your money at once refunded. Having to rebuild our greenhouses this season the following stock is 'n our way at the start. If you waut any speak quick: Asparagus Plumosos, 3-year, from bed fine clumps, $18.00 per lOO. Kea- tias, 2!4-incn, very fine, $6.00 per 100. Roses— Olrich Brunner, 2-year old, pot grown, have just out a crop of flowers from them. Can now be safely shaken out, grand stock either for next year's foroingcr stock plants, own roots. $12.00 per 100. Paul Noyron. same as above, $12.00 per 100. Kentia Seedlings, from flats, 1-year, $3.50 per ICO. Geranium Mrs. Pollock and Happy Thougut, 1 and 2-year stock, Dlants from bench, $6.00 per 100. English Ivy, fall propagated, very flne, $l.2.i per lOJ, $10.00 per 1000. Poinsettia, l-year dormant, $3.00 per 100. Draca'na Indiviba, 5, 6 and 7-incn pots. 20 to 38 inches high, perfect plants, assorted sizes, $26.00 per 100 English Ivv, 4-inch, strong, $8,00 per 100. JOHM IRVINE & SOMS, Bay City, Mich. I A Discount of 50°oon Wittboldii Ferns ' I FOR 30 DAYS ONLY. 1 21/2 inch, $5.00; 3inch, $8.00; 4-inch, $12.00; 5-inch, $20.00 per 100. 5 Bench plants, $3 to $8 per 100. Good tor Sinch pots, 50 cts. each. 3 This is a rare chance to get a stock of this New Fern cheap. I CASH PLEASE A. J. BALDWIN, Newarl(, Oliio. DADRAIMQ READ THIS. FOR NEREIS WHAT DAnUlinOi YOU WANT AND WE WANT ROOM. Qeranlums, composed of S. A. Nutt, La Pilot, Richard Brett Frances Perkins, Beaute Poilevine, Uble. Gen. Grant, Bruanti, Ruy Bias, Gloire de France, Centaurean, Alph. Riccard, Margaret de Leyas, .Tas. Gaar, Wunder, Granville, La Favorite, Mme. Bruant, and several other varieties in 2^ in. pots, also Rose Geraniums, and want shifting at once, at $2.60 per lOo; $20.00 per 1600 Special prices in lots of 5000 or more. 500 at 1000 rate. Coleus, in variety, 3>i-in. pots, $1.50 per 100; rooted cuttings eic. per 100; $5.00 per 1000. Verscbaffeltll and Queen, 70c. per 100; $6.00 per ICOO. Antbemls Shower of Gold, R C, $1.50 per 10. AKeratum, in variety, 2!4-in. pots, $3.00 per lOO; rooted cuttings, 60c. per 100. Fuchsias, in variety, 2i,i-ln pots, $3.00 per 100; rooted cuttings, $1.35 per 100. tf eliotrope, in variety, 2!4-in. pots, $3.00 per 100; rooted cuttings, $1.00 per lOO. Salvia, in variety, 2^-in. pots, $2.00 per 100; rooted cuttings, 75c. per 100. Var. VIncas, ZM-in. pots, $3.00 per 100; rooted cuttings, flne, $1 00 per 100: 4-in. pots, $6.00 per ICO. Feverfew, from soil. $1.50 per 100. Bngllsb Ivy, from soil, $2.00 per 100. Cash with the order. J. E. FELTHOUSEN, Schenectady, N, Y. GERANIUMIS Per 100 16 fine varieties, 2^-inch pots f3.00 16 fine varieties, 3-inch pots 4 00 500 Asparagus Sprengerl, 2-inch pots 2.00 Coleus, IS varieties, 2-inch pots 2.00 Verbenas, 2-inch pots 200 Vinca Var., 2inch pots 2.50 Large Pansy Plants i.5o CASH OR C. O. D. J, H. CUNHIIIOHAM, Delawain, 0. Orchids 1 ^ ARRIVED IN FINE SHAPE direct from the forests: Cattleya Gigas, U. Dowiana, also a number of Dendrobiums iu \ arloiy. Wrilr lor our illustrated ami rliicri|>l he catalogue of Orchids LAGER & HURRELL, "''"*"'• >*■ J- Orchid Oroweri and importers. DAHLIAS strong seedling plants out of 2^-in. pots ready April l5th. Varieties: Cactus, Giant Single, Pompon and Double Fancy, these are from a very choice strain of seed, #4,00 per 100. Per 100 BEGONIA ERFDRDII, 2;^-in. pots |S.O0 VINCA MAJOR VAR., 2;^-in. pots 3.00 HOLLYHOCK, 4 var., 2>^in. pots 3 CO SELAOINELLA EMMELIANA, 2>^-in., 3.(0 WAGNER PARK CONSERVATORIES, SIDNEY. OHIO. GERANIUMS'rAl'Jnl-r GERANIUMS— I)bl. Grant, Alphonse Riccard, Mme. Thibaut, Mme. Jaulin, Gloire de France, Frances Perkins, Heaute Pi'itevine, La I-'avorite, S. A. Nutt, etc.. strong well grown plants from 8W-in. pots, labeled, $3.»0 per liO: $'.'5.00 per 1000. Mixed, my selection, $2.00 per 100; $18 00 per 1000. K\"tra strong planis from 3-in. pots, in bud and bloom, $4.00 per HO; $:i5.00 per lOtiO. From SHl-in. pots, $S.1K1 pi^r lOU; $50.00 per lOiO. niUulO (Dormant roots), 2 to a eyes, strong UHniinO tubers, Florence Vaughan, Queen Charlotte, Chas. Henderson, $3.C0 per lUO; $16.00 per 1000. Started from sandbed, $J.BO per 100; IM.CO per 1000. Cyclamen Perslcum Splendens Giganteum Finest strain In the world, in four true colors, now ready, transplanted from Mats, 3 to -1 leaves, line pInuYs, .f:i.Oii |ier lOO; $i5,00 per lOOO. flan-nnil Dov in good mixture only, from 2^- DcgUllld nBA in. pots, $4.00 per 100. PAUL MADER, East Stroudsburg, Pa. VIOLETS Rooted cuttings of Marie Louise, Lady Campbuli. Swaiilt'V White and Imperial, 2}4-in. pots, $,^.00 per 100: *;r, oo \«-t lOOO. CARNATIONS, rooted cuttings. si'.NI) Foit CATALOGUE. CRABB & HUNTER, Grand Rapids, MIoh. PUau mention tlu American Florist ui/ien writint. igo2. The American Florist. 495 WABASH VacaTION TRIPS. Do you expect to treat yourself to a vacation trip this sum- mer? If so, write for a copy of WABASn SUMMER TOUR BOOK giving a great variety of attract- ive tours with cost ot tickets and other valuable information. Write us about any trip you may have in mind. It's our busi- ness to help those who travel. C. S. CRANE, C. P. & T. A., St. Louis, Mo. F. A. PALMER, A. C. P. A., 97 Adams St., Chicago. fiardeners' Chronicle. A Weekly Illustrated Journal. Established 1841. The GARDENERS' CHRONICLE has been fob ov«R SiSTT Years the Leadisg Jodrnal o( its class. It has achieved this position because, while specially devoting itself to supplying the daily requirements of gardeners of all classes, the infor- mation furnished is of such general and perma- nent value that the GARDENERS' CHRONICLE is loolied up to as the stakdard authority on the subjects of which it treats. Subscription to the United States, $4 20 per year. Remittances to be made payable to H. G. COVE. Oppicb: — 41 Wellington St, Covent Garden, London. England. The Art ...of Floral Arrangement The only special newspaper in the world for floral arrangement. 200 ILLUSTRATIONS ANNUALLY. Specimen number free. Subscription, {2.40 yearly. BINDEKUNST-VERLAG J. OLBERTZ, ERFURT, GERMANY. WROUGHT IRON PIPE ^ ^ Good condition, used short time onlyj new threads and I'ouplingsi for Steam, Gas or Water: sizes from y, to 12 inch diameter. Our price per foot on % inch is 3c , on 1 inch 3Kc. Write tor free catalogue No. 47 , CHICAGO HOUSE WRECKING CO., W. 351h and Iron Sts., CHICAGO. NEW TRADE PAPER "Harrison's Horticultural Advertiser of America" sent free to &.OO1) leading nurserymen, seedsmen, florists, parks and dealers weekly. Low- est rates in the trade. Only 50c per inch. Liberal discounts. The very medium you want. Abso- lutely limited to wholesale trade. Try it. WALTER H. HARRISON, LA MOTT, PA. I™ Regan Printing House s™ "' CATALOGUES f lORISTS' ^"'"^■^v^'iy 87-91 Plymouth Plac«, J-J^J- CHICAGO j»j»> AWARDED THE ONLY FIRST CLASS CERTIFICATE OFMERIT BVTHESOCIETV OF AMERICA, FLORISTS AT BOSTON MAS AUC.2ISTI890 FOR STANDARD FLOWER POTS. i^ILLDIN JerseyQty PotteryGo |0NG Island (JTY Philadelphia Traveling Representative, U. CUTLER RYERSON, 108 Third Av«. Newark, N. J Red Standard Pots. OORREOT SIZE. SUPERIOR QUALITY. Write for price litt. 6. HENNEGKE 60.. MILWAUKEE, WIS. Standard PHT^ Flower... ■ v^ i vJ If your greenhouses are within 500 mile* of the Capitol, write us, we can save you money W. H. ERNEST. 28tli and M Street*. WASHINGTON. D. g GEO. KELLER & SON, MANUFACTURERS OP FLOWER POTS. Before buying write for prices. 361-363 Herndon Street, near Wrightwood Ave., CHICAGO. ILL. ! FOR INSURANCE AGAINST DAMAGE BY HAIL, Address John G. Esler, Sec*y F.H.A. SADDLE RIVER, N. J. AMERICAN fLORIST ADS | ALWAYS DO BISINESS Week days and every day, Sundays and holidays, AIL OVER THE COIIMTRY^ AT HOME AND ABROAD. STANDARD FLOWER POTS ! Paolied in small crates, easy to handle. Pots Price per crate 120 7-in., in crate, 14.20 3.0O 3.60 4.80 360 4.80 4.80 4.50 Send for price Hanging Bas- 60 8 48 9 48 10 24 11 24 12 12 14 16 Pots Price per crate 1500 2-iu., in crate, $4.88 ISOO 2M " 5.25 IW'O 2!4 " 6.00 1011 3 " 5.00 800 3V4 " 5.80 5ii0 ) " 4.50 320 5 " 4 51 144 6 " 3.16 Seed pans, same price as pots, list of Cylinders for Cut Flowers. _ kets. Lawn Vases, etc. 10 per cent off for cash with order. HILFINGER BROS' POTTERY, OR ,., FORT BDWARD. N. Y. AusnsT RoLKBE A Sons, New York Agents, S2 Det Stbebt. Nbw Yohk City •«;.m" Flower Pots. LIGHT, COMPACT. UNBREAKABLE, UNEQUALLED. You ci^ buy these of your nearest dealer. F W Rirrt & Cnn MMI and Main office: I. n. DIIU « OUII, EASTWALPOLE, NEW YORK: 120 Liberty St. MASS. CHIC4CO: 1434 Monao-nook BIdg. FLOWER POTS .A.XjXj BLI^XSS. STANDARD POTSsp.^*l. List and SAMPLES FREE. SWAHN'S POTTERY MF'G CO., P.O. Box 78. MINNEAPOLIS. MINN. KELLER BROS. ^ gia.iR.i7.iQ-2t.g3 Pearl St., NORRISTOWN. PA. Manufacturers of Standard Flower Pots, red in color, equal to the best on the market; are 16 miles from Philadelphia, best of railroad connec- tions. We give special attention to mail orders and make special sizes to order in quantities. A. postal win bring pricps and discounts. RED POTS SAMPLE POT AND PRICE LIST ON APPLICATION. C. C. POLLWORTH CO.. 5ll^«'*"'<" WRITE AF IfnUR 1521-23 N. LBAVITT ST.. ■ r. KUnni OHIOAGO. ILL.. roB PBicss ov Standard Pots wbloh for itrength and poroiity combined are the bett on the market ^ THOSE RED POTS "STANDARDS" FULL SIZE AND WIDE BOTTOMS. BULB PANS AND AZALEA POTS. DETROIT FLOWER POT M'F'Y, HARRY BALSLEY, Rep. DETROIT. MICH., 490 Howard St. 496 The American Florist. April li), Cleveland. VENEBABLB FLOHIST CELEBRATES WED- DING ANNIVERSAEY. — MANY CRAFTSMEN PHBSBNT— CARNATIONS IN THE FIBLD.— STATB OF TRADE. Mr. and Mr8. Martinet z, of Lake- wood, tendered a reception to a number of their florist friends and others Tuesday evening last, the occasion being their thirty-fifth wedding anniversary. Among those present were Mr. and Mrs. H. A. Hart, Mr. and Mrs. A. Graham, Mr. and Mrs. August Schmitt, Mr. and Mrs. Chas. Gibson and Dr. and Mrs. Hintzl- man. The conple were the recipients of hearty congratulations from their host of friends. Mr. Martinetz has the dis- tinction of being one ot the pioneer florists of Cleveland, having embarked in the business back in the early sixtiet, finally locating on the place he now occu- pies, the soil of which he found to be par- ticularly adapted for grape culture, which fact induced him after a time to relinquish his floral business and enter into the business of growing grapes on a large scale for the production of wine. The business prospered to such an extent that he can now boast of having one of the finest wine cellars in Ohio. In con- nection with his wine business he con- ducts a successful country road house. The advent ol good weather hascaused a number of the growers to start carna- tion planting. The J. M. Gasser Com- pany has almost finished planting a field of 100,000 plants. The planting season this year is about one week ahead of last year. Business has been steady the past week, no surplus of good stock on hand. Prices range about the same as at last report. Echo. DoLOTH, Minn. — W. W. Seekins was adjudged bankrupt April 7. A meeting of the creditors is called for April 22. Applbton, Wis — The Rogers Green- houses are to be enlarged by the addition of two houses, 23x125 and one 23x100, one for roses, the others for carnations. A Chicago firm has the order for the cypress. The Peerless Powder Blower Every Grower Should Have One. Lightens your Toil, Saves Time and Money. PATENTED. Otstrlbutes equally well Sulphur, Lime, Sluf Shot, Tobacco Dust, Paris Qreen, Etc. A Few Extracts' From Testimonials: "A great improvement over the bellows." — Emil Buettner, Park Ridge, 111. "We are much pleased with your Powder Blower."— John N. May, Summit, N. J. "Can sulphur u house 20x100 feet in less than three minutes."— Chas. Sohweigert, Niles Center, 111. "Its work is rapid and perfect; predict its uni- versal use."— Brant & Noc. Forest Glen, 111. "Best thlnK we ever had to apply sulphur in greenhouses." — Geo. Wittbold, Chicago. If your seedsman does not handle it, order direct. Price, $4.00 F. 0. B. Chicago. EDW. E. McMORRAN &. CO- MANUFACTURERS, 1B-21 N. CItntoa St., Chicago, III. "GALVANIZED" WIRE • FLOWER • STAKES. ....ANY LENGTH OR SIZE DESIRED.... IVX^nxjaf^otrured. toy JOHN A. ROEBLING'SSONS CO. 171 IvEikie St., 0H:IC.^00. WRITE US. LOWEST PRICES. anntiiiimmmtumiuumiiiiiimmmmtminituutimiuamtiiuituintaitiimiiiitiiie EUREKA n WEED KILLER. A SOLUBLE POWDER. NO LEAKAGE or DANGER. EASILY APPLIED. 3 Positively clears all paths and drives of weeds without disturbing the E a gravel; lasting effects. % $1.00 Tin Sufficient for 100 Square Yards. ^ UftlllSUAM'C CCCn CTflDE Sole Agents for the 84-86 Randolph St . Chicago. ». ^ inUUnAn 9 OCCU 9IUIlC| U. S. andCanada. 14 Barclay Street. NEW YORK. £ sfimmnmnnTmmTmTmTfTmmfmTmtmmTmnmiTmnTmmTrimfnTimTmmnmiK ti BLACK DEATH 99 (POWDER) TO ar THEREOF IS TO DIE. BUG KILLER and FERTILIZER. Three years ot unprecedented success wherever intro- duced all over the United States has proved "BLACK DEATH" to be a cheap and absolute annihilator of all insects, bugs or beetles that prey on vegetation, foliage and flowers. See what Peter Eeinberg said in this paper, Feb. 8. Other strong indorsements sent on receipt of postal card. AVestern Sales Agency, S35 Franklin St., Chicago. HANDLED BY SEEDSMEN. S. D. STRTKEB, Agent. •5;x.:5C3._^3: -:a3rj:;:!s::s;3;x:x:»", NIKOTEEM IT COST^ 4 CENTS FOR EACH 6O0 FEET OF ■^ FLOOR SPACE «. DOES NOT INJURE THE MOST SENSITIVE PLANTS- ENDORSED BY PROMINENT FlO;ilSTS- OUT - 200 LBS. OF TOBACCO IN ONE PINT OT DIKOKIII 1^ I 501C BY SttOSMEN CIRCULAR FREE-. L SKABCURA DIPCO.CniCAGO. . <^uicKiLY Does it. 'w VALUABLE IRON GUTTER PATENTS I hereby offer for sale the Patents covering my Wrought Iron Gutter; also the Patents covorinp the Gutter advertised In last week's edition of the American Fl<»iust, Florists' Exchange, and the Florists" TUwicw, by floo. M. Garland. The increased business of the Standard Ventila- ting Machine demands my wholi' attention to its manufacture. Hut, as In the past I will give the gutter business Its fullest share of attention until the patents are sold. Yours truly, E. HIPPARD, Youngstown. Ohio. American riorlst Advts. 3b 'tla.e frckd** ATTRACTIVE STEEL Park Settees and SWINGS. Will not rot or sag; extra wide base; nicely rounded and about as cheap as wood. Sprinjj;y, comfortable and won't brouk. Steel Swings. DON'T Bpoil your llix- lawn with a S3 ftulcd wood swing. Our now 8TEEL Swini: can be left out itll year ard is almost :v» t-HKAl'. Hfjiutirul Canopy. Richly Finished.^ I I. -K*-. V K nam el t'olors «N,«.X^O$Ml»> .^ Noiseless and 3 r ^ Si*ats ihis year. SntnpI4^ lit SpeclHl Frlre. D. H. BAUSMAN. BAUSMAN, LANCASTER CO., PA. Please men/ion the A merican Florist when wriltng. igo2. The American Florist. 497 TO KILL ALL Greenhouse Bugs USE u NICOTICIOr Clean and harmless as fumigant or Spray. Ask your seedsman for it or write to The Tobacco Warehousing and Trading Co., 1000 Magnolia Ave., Louisville, Ky Boston Florist Letter Go. MANTTFACTURBRS OP FLORISTS' LETTERS. Thifl Tvooden box nicely stained and Tar- nished, 18x30x12 made In t'n'o sections, one for each size letter, given away with first order of 600 letters. Block Letters, 1V4 or 2-lnch size, per 100, 12.00. Script Letters, $4. Fastener with eacli letter or word. Used by leadinz Sorists everywhere and for sale by all wholesale florists and suppV dealers. N. F. McCarthy, Treas. and Manager, 84 Hawtey St., BOSTON, MASS. TIN FOIL Plain, Fancy, Printed & Mounted, HanoCactnred by Tlie Coniey Foil Co. S31 to 641 West »6th St., KEADQUABTER8 FOB HORTICULTURAL SUPPLIES Of £Tery Description. When you can't get what you want anywhere else, send here, we will send it to you. "irit'8 used In Horticulture, we have It." DUNNE 6u CO. J 64 w. aotn st^ now York. Telephone Call. 1700 Madiion Square. A. HERRMANN, Cape flowers, ^^ oolobs; Cycas Leaves, Metal Designs, A«i> All Florists' Sapplies, Bend tor Pilaci, Mention the American Florist when wnting to advertisers on this page. BASKETS, CYCAS LEAVES, WHEAT SHEAVES UP-TO-DATE, BEST IMPORTED. UNEXCELLED. Are indispensable to every well regulated Flower shoo. In order to have the Bast, your orders should be placed with the LEADING FLORISTS' SUPPPLY HOUSE, l-ull line of Florists' Supplies always on hand. Catalogue for the asking. Importers and IVIanufacturers Leading Florists' Supply House. M. RICE & CO., 918 Filbert St., Philadelphia, Pa. ♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦»♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦< \/%^y%/%/%>%^/%/%^/%^%^^ \y%/%y%/^^ OUR NEW FOLDING Cut Flower Box IS A PERFECT GEM. SEND FOR SAMPLE. 1 HOLTON&HUNKELCO. \ MILWAUKEE. WIS. \ y%^%^%^^^,%^^\ A Shipment from Bayersdorfer & Co. represents a wise invest- ment. Baskets, Jardinieres, Pot Covers, Fern- eries, Vases, Doves, Sheaves, Inscriptions, Cycas Wreaths and Leaves. These are only a fraction of the list of useful Florists' Supplies we carry. The quality is the BEST and the price is RIGHT. Send for Complete Catalogue. H. Bayersdorfer & Co., 50-56 No. Fourth St., Philadelphia, Pa. REED & KELLER, 122 & 119 W. 25th St., NEW YORK, N. Y. MANUFACTURERS OF FLORISTS' WIRE DESIGNS. IMPORTERS AND DEALERS IN FLORISTS' SUPPLIES. Galax Leaves and all Decorative Greens. Fresh Tobacco Stems. Bales of 300 pounds, $).50. Cash With Obdbb. W. C. BECKERT, Alleglieny, Pa. PL^4^ Adjustable Vase Holders Ko. 1.— Brass, nlokef, 4 feet long, 8 olaipi to eaob rod. Price complete (with green or wnlte tum- bleri) 12.25. Price complete (with green or white eornucopia va«e«) 12.60. No. 2.— Heavy 4 It. rod trailed and niolzeled, with three claips for 5 to fl- inch poti, each, II. 7S. Elft'i patent rubber capped Flowkb Tttbbb, IM-lnoh diameter, per 100, II.N. tOSEPH KIFT a SON. 1725 Chettnut SL. Phili.. Pa. WE NOW OFFER Invalid Appliance Co., COLUMBIA PLANT TUBS Please mention the Antetican Florist when •writing;^ (( »» for making LIQUID COMPOST. Dry powders all soluble in water. Composts cost less than Mo per gal. Correspondence invited. EASTERN CHEMICAL COMPANY, 820 Atlantic Ave., Boston. SiGMUND GEUER Imporler and Mir. ol Florists' Supplies Complete Stock — New Qood. —New Illuttrated Catalogue Now Ready. Send for it. 108 W. 28th St., near 6th Ave. ,INEW YORK. AdjiistablePlantStands THE BEST ON THE MARKET. I Stand SI. SO; 3 Stands S4.00: 6 Stands S7.50; 12 Stands SI4 OO. YOU NEED THIM IN YOUR BUSINESS. C. B. WHITNALL, MILWAIKCC, WIS. Please irention the American Florist -when -wrxtin^ GARDENING For Amateur and Professional Gardeners. The L.eadin§: American .ioiirnal of Horti- culture Foreign Subscriptions $2.50 per year. Sample Copies Free. THE GARDENING GO. l^r^i^\r,^.s.^. Please mention the A merican Florist when writing. 498 The American Florist. April /p, Cost of Greenhouses. En. Am. Florist:— I propose to build a greenhouse plant of five houses 15x150 tor carnations and one 25x150, one half of which is to be used for bedding plants, and so forth, the other half, separated by a glass partition, to be used for palms. Will you please advise me as to the approximate cost of such a place com- plete, using "Dutch" roof construction and 31 L-inch or 4-inch floes for heating? It will "be a steam boiler with no dome, tapped for SVi-inch flows and returns, one main feed and one main return pipe for each house. The fire and heat goes nnder the belly of the boiler and back through the flues and np the stack. The whole will be bricked in. Will such a boiler be practical and economical and what will be the coat of same set up, hauling charges not included (second hand good condition)? Will a tubular boiler 16 feet by 4 feet be sufficient? I figure that I will need about 6,000 linear feet of 31/2 inch flues. The place will be built near Chicago and I expect to build it myself with the aid of my two growers and a greenhouse carpenter. Van. The plan which accompanied this letter showed five houses 15x150 feet and one house 25x150 feet. The houses would probably cost $5,000 to $6,000 exclusive of labor. The boiler described is of ample size and would answer well for heating the houses with hot water, which I infer is the method proposed. The amount of piping mentioned is approximately cor- rect. It will be best to use two flows and returns for the 25-foot house. The boiler should be tapped for two 5inch flows and two returns of the same size. One suitable for the purpose would prob- ably cost from $300 to $500, according to its condition when set np. L. R. Taft. Ballston Spa, N. Y.— Myron Paddock is planning the enlargement of his place this season. Lbnox, Mass.— At the April meeting of the Lenox Horticultural Society Robert Simpson, of Clifton, N. J., read an exceed- ingly interesting paper on rose growing. A fine vase ol American Beauty was shown by Mr. Butts, for Mr. Philcocks, and was awarded a diploma. r^^r^ifjrf^tiv^^WKi^Sfrffrrfx^MVrff^^^^y*, ClTPRE^S Is Far MO|Re Durable Than PINE pCJfPRESSi SASH BARS UPTO 32.FEE.T_0R LONGER.! (Greenhouse AND OTHER BUILDING MATERIAL, MEN FURNISHED TO SUPERINTEND ERECTION WHEN DESIRED. Send for our Circularjs. THEAXS+eAr^^ lymbe/ Co- fjEPQNSET. fiOSTON.t^ASS, ^i'jvw.^>v>-.>v»vy>y>yvrr>yrr>>vayay.'yy'.''fj>: EVANS' IMPROVED V£MmArmc\ APPAMAFUS \ WP TF- roR ILLU5rRATtO '.ATAlOCuC QUAKfit arr/acHMiwom. ^■^-..r^r'-r^ RICHMOND. INU RIPPLEY'S Spraying Mixtures undeniably constitute the best, simplest and most reliable form in which to buy spray nmterial. They are put up in cans and bottles, in the most concentrated form and need only to be mi.xed with water and they aie ready for use. As they are all liquid in form there can be no precipitation or settling to the bot- tom. They alwaj's remain in solution and there is no consequent danger of burning foliage and injuring plants, vines, trees, etc. Sold by dealers and agents. Use Rippley's Prepared 5praying Mixtures and Rippley's Spray Calendar and Alake a Suc- cess of Spraying^. Our Calendar tells when to spray and what solution to use on the various Trees, Plants, Vegetables, Cotton, Tobacco, etc (J^ Write at orn e f- r < ataktr of Spraying Mixtures. Spray- ers and Breeders Supplies. <.)rder early R!ppley Hardware Co., Boi 19 Grafton, III, J/jiitt'ac£wrcT8 of Sprayer n and llrctd^rt' Supphca. THE NEW CAST IRON VENTILATOR Patent Applied For. The Bash bein? perTectly balanced you can open the sash on houses up to lOCO feet long with one machine. No header bars. No hinges to rust. Will last a Htetime. The price is within the reach of all. Send tor descriptive circular. A. RASMUSSEN, NEW ALBANY, IND. Please mention the American Florist when writing. i^^Standard The lightest running, most rapid and powerful ventilat- ingmachinery in the market. Duplex Gutters, Made of wroughtorcastiron with Belf adjusting sash bar clipa. The only Drip Proof Metal Gutter oflered to the Public. Send for my cata- logue free. E. Hippard. Youngstown,iO. "^^ast mention the American Florist when writing GALVANIZED WIRE-Ror*'" rifty car loads ot new saWanlzed wire, InshortlontMiR. Never wasriHcd. ( nmew rroni o lu i Kauge. Put up 100 lbs. to a eo una only one »lzo wiru to luieli ''undle. r?lee«rongefroin»1.10to»l.»0 per |'"o„rf>o'';Val«l»..eTi„.47 rortl.o nsl- ne W.. luindl.-' lUl kln.ls ol my plioa trOB. Shcrlir-. onJ Rerol...r>. S.le. Chlcaco House Wrcrklng Co. w"l Kill ii«'l Iron B«- . Clilo«I». WIRED TOOTH PICKS $1 25 iicr JCUO. postpiiiil. Sauipl^-H frei'. A. E. JONES, 233 First Ave., LORAIN, OHIO. This is a funny looking tiling but it will do the worle easier and cost less than any other apparatus on earth or any other place. Send for a descriptive circular to J. D. OARMODY. Evangvllle, Ind. D. 0. Gunningtiaii] Glass CO., .PITTSBURG, P/^ Tank Window Glass. Hot-House Glass H Specialty. igo2. The American Florist. 499 RENDLE'S GREENHOUSE CONSTRUCTION HORTICILTURAL BUILDINGS Of EVERY DESCRIPTION ERECTED. NOW BEINQ EREOTED FOR HOWARD QOULD, ESQ., SANDS POINT, L. I. THE above cut represents a perspective view of the range of Conservatories and Greenhouses now being erected by me for H057ARD GOULD, Esq., at Smds Point, Loag Island, which'will cover over 20,000 square feet of ground and is probably the largest private range of greenhouses in the country. Arthur E* Rendle, Horticultural Archilect and Builder. iirNasTaTsfTSew York. SELLING GLASS FOR CONSERVATORIES AND GREENHOUSES ^.rn^T'^'' Superior Finish. Extra Strength. Reasonable Prices. Write JOHN LUCAS & CO., 320 Race St., Philadelphia, Pa. CLASS Try Lucas Putly. noon ) Hammond's Greenhouse White Paint'"«° UUull...( Twemlow's Old English Glazing Putty THINGS In use by some of the largest Florists in the United States. HAMMOND'S PAINT & SLUG SHOT WORKS, Write for prices. FISHKILLON- HUDSON, N. Y. KROESCHELL BROS. CO. GreenhousTloiler, 46 Erie St., CHICAOO. ^BoOanmi^ of tbe bat ot mftterlsl, ihell, firebox neeta kdA taeadi of iteel, water Kotxn all around CzroDt, (Idea and back). Write for [nfonaatlon. DILLON'S GREENHOUSE MFG. GO. U^NnFACTURERS OF HOT BED SASH, ATR DRIED GULF CTPBESS SASH BARS Blooiiisburg, Pa. AND OTHER GREENHOUSE MATERIAL. BUILDERS of DURABLE and PRACTICAL Greenhouses at a LOW COST. Our descriptive circular will be ready about April 15th and will contain valuable information for every florist. Send for it. WE HAVE SOMETHING NEW TO OFFER. LUMBER and MATERIAL FROM THE BUFFALO EXPOSITION. We purchased the buildings and property formerly owned by the exposition and now offer for sale 33,000,000 feet of fine seasoned lumber. Thousands of Sash, Windows and Doors. En- gines, Boilers. Pumps and Machinery in general. Mile upon mile of Iron Pipe, Electrical appa- ratus of various kinds. Fire Apparatus, Iron Beams, Trusses, Columns, Benches, Builders' Hardware and thousands of other items too numerous to mention. All of the above will be in- cluded in our Exposition Catalogue, mailed on application. OUR PRICES WILL ASTONISH YOU CHICAGO HOUSE WRECKING CO., Pan-American Dept. No. 76, BUFFALO. N. Y. Successful Growers are Wanted To know that they can dispose of all their surpltis stock by adver tising in the American Florist. TRY IT NOV. . 500 The American Florist. April ig, Lowell, Mass. TRADE RBASONAISLY SATISFATORY.— CAR- NATIONS ABODT THE ONLY SHORTAGE — LILIES GO AT CHEAP PRICBS. — VARIOUS NOTES "F LOCAL INTBRBST. Basiness has been pretty fair consider- ing that a holiday has just been passed and that there has not been any great amount of funeral work lately. The sup- ply of flowers is in good shape, except carnations, of which there is a scarcity, and the price continues to hold up. With roses it is another question. They can be bought at almost any price. Choice Brides and Bridesmaids can be had at from $6 to $8 per hundred, and for funeral work for from $2 to $3. Roses this winter have not sold as well as in former years. A few good Bmnners are coming in and sell quite well at $3 per dozen. Customers seem to have got tired of Meteors. Liberties have been scarce here this season. Pierson supplied us last year. Bulbous stock seems to be on the wane. Never was there a year when so much yellow was pushed out to customers as this. They ate complain- ing, saying they have seen enough to last them a long time. Lilies, if one can use a large quantity, sell as low as $3 per hun- dred, and in some cases find no buyers at that price. Frame violets are now com- ing in and are quite a change. May flowers from the wilds of New Hamp- shire have made their appearance and at 25 cents per bunch of thirty-five flowers the demand is greater than the supply at present. A. M. Lexington, Va. — H. P. Rhodes, fancy grocer and cut flower dealer, has made an assignment to D.E.Witt; assets $300; liabilities $600. sQaOQaQQQQQQQQQQQSaQQaQQQi HOT BED SASH, NOW READY. Delivered price anywhere on lots of one dozen or niore. Guaranteed in every way. THREE SIZES. 3 ft. X 6 ft 3 rows 10-in. glass 3 ft. 3-in. X 6 ft 4 rows 8-in. glass 4 ft. X 6 ft S rows 8-in. glass Clear Cypress ij^-inch thick, with- out paint or glass. RED CEDAR POSTS. All Heart Cypress Lumber for Greenhouses. Write r»r circulars, plani and estimates LOCKLAND LIMBER CO. LOCKLAND, O. •ATTENTION- I Red Cypress Greenhouse Material. We have the experience and ability to give vou EXPERT ADVICE. Before building, write us. We use absolutely the very best grade of Air Dried RED CYPRESS Pro- duced, and guarantee our workmanship unexcelled. We have the largest capacity in the United States. n ■ I ^IT We have a specially prepared Paint for iron work and piping in U A I M I Greenhouses— it is waterproof, very elastic, and will not crack or I fllll I scale, and is absolutely indestructible; it will protect your iron work from Rust. It does not smell. Write for information. FOLEY MANUFACTURING CO. Office, 471 W. 22nd St. CHICAGO. ILL. Factory and Lumber Yard. 474-498 W. 2tst Place. ijftj^^^^'' ^ ^^^Hv^B^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^Q^ SHORT-ROOF GREENHOUSES. '•'•■"-) WRITE FOR CATALOGUE Manafacturera ot California Red Cedar and Louisiana Cypress Greenhouse material. Clear Gulf CTFBESS ^ GREENHOUSE MATERIAL. Glass ^^'^ Boilers S. JICOBS & SONS, '^ ' AAi^ rV Eslimatos furnished for - :' VJ/ Erecting. t36Blo1373Fluihlns*vt, ■flOOKLYN, N Y. Send 4 cts. \or Boiler Catalogue. New Twin Section Boiler. GET OUR PRICES BEFORE ORDERING. Use our Patent IRON BENCH FITTINGS and Roof Supports. THE IMPROVLDi JENNINGS IRON GUTTER. IMPROVED VAPORIZING PANS VENTIUTINO For TolMtooo EztriMita, Etc. Send for Clronlara. -^— ^^— ^^— ^^ IILLER, CASKEY & CO., uEN^marVRoa.. APPARATUS. 8. W. Cor. Sixth and Berk Sta.. PHILADELPHIA. ■ —— tgos. The Americam Florist, 501 Hitchings Boilers, Hitchings Greenhouses, Embrace latest Improvements in Construction for Economical Management. IRON, STEEL AND CYPRESS STRUCTURAL MATERIAL FURNISHED, READY FOR ERECTION. PATENTED IRON, SELF=L0CK1NG SASH OPERATING APPARATUS. ^^^^Ha^:.^^^^^_ ..i^S^^S^^^L-v^kiiK^a. _^ . ^H . ,....-^1 1 M 1 1 1 1 yi 1 1 1 1 \m\mk\ 1 -T'-vilW |ii 'X T DESIGNED AND ERECTED BY HITCHINGS & CO., FOR E. J. BERWIND, ESQ.. AT NEWPORT. R. I. Our New Sectional Tubular Boiler. Heating Apparatus ERECTED IN Greenhouses, Conservatories AND OTHER BlILDINGS. Our Celebrated Corrugated Fire Box Boiler. Send 5c for Illustrated Catalogue, Hitchings & Co., 233 Mercer St., NEW YORK CITY. 502 The American Florist. April I g, A Coil Boiler. Ed. Am. Florist: — We are planning to bnlld a brick furnace inside of which there will be 150 feet of l^i-inch pipe for heat- ing water to heat a house 20x150 feet. We also wish to utilize the heat from the flue pipe. Do yon think such an appara- tus can be bnilt, and how? We have tried it on a small scale and find that one foot of pipe inside the furnace will heat fifty feet of pipe outside. A. P. C. Combination hot water and flue fur- naces are seldom satisfactory. If any- thing of the kind is to be used, it will be better to get a saddle boiler, such as is made by some leading makers. If a coil boiler is to be made, it will be more satisfactory if 100 feet of 2-inch pipe are nsed instead of 150 feet of li4-inch. L. R. Taft. A Qaestion of Piping. Ed. Am. Florist: — In writing to you at this time we ask advice with regard to heating a forcing house. We have a space of sixteen feet between two houses 100 feet long. We intend to take the walls away between the two houses after covering the space with glass. The pres- ent houses are 25x100 feet, amply heated to maintain a temperature of 55° when the weather is 10° below zero. The question is how many return pipes will be needed to give the same temperature in the new house. We have a hot water system and the new house will be close to the boilers. E. L. C. With ten 2'inch pipes there should be no difficulty in maintaining the desired temperature, while nine would give good results. L. R. T. RIPPLEY'S MPROVED 1902 COMPRESSED XIR SPRAYERS have fine Vermorcl Spray Nozzle; madcofheavy cfji>i>er and galva- ■ nized steel; has safety valve. Strongly riveted and double seamed. Cuarantced tobeas rep- resented and to tie tlie stroniicst sprayer manufactured. I-iDe for spraying- young orchards. Trees Ko feet hij,di by using extension pr.Ie. hxtermiiiatinc Inse. ts from vejietiMcs, spraying jjardcns, wash ngbuK^es. Finefor white- washing'bullilinjfs. etc. Made la twoaIieB.4Md6g»lluns. -inml.CJftiT. |D; 4 0ftl. cppcr. 17. nnobrw..,umpfltu«t 1 onout*lJ«. HolutionoMlljfcRltntcd. Wo »I«0 8elll»rgo orcUt'l ■prijfrs. 6 0»L n '^^''^-j*" ^' ^ O*'- Copper. »d.<>i. Hend lo-dny for our Hpr»yor kod D«ied«r8uppljC»t»log.^,;e„(, WanUd. ll)ppltyHd«.Co.,Boz 19.6raftODjll. I The Highest award at the New York Carnation Show was given to a man who has forty-three (43) of our Auto- matic Ventilators Our Ventilators are at work in the Central Park Conservatories, New York. Saves all labor. Improves the growth of plants. Especially good for Roses. Will last a life- time and soon pay for themselves. The Automatic Ventilator ventilates as necessity requires. THE GHADBORN PATENT AUTOMATIC VENTILATOR For Greenhouses, and also Temperature Regulator for Radiators. CHADBORN MFG. CO., NEWBURG, N. Y. Buffalo, N, Y., March 28, 1902. Gentlemen: — Your Automatic Ventilator was installed in one of my bouses in January. It has answered every purpose for which it is designed. In a large establishment it must be a great saving of labor; and it does its work accurately. Wishing you the success you deserve. 1 am Very truly yours, WILLIAM SCOTT. Prevents Mildew Operates to perfection In catchy weather. Commercial growers use them largely. The Automatic Ventilator does its own Manufactured by THE CHADBORN MFG. CO., groadwavan., ligh Streets. Newburg, N. Y. Our Illustrated Catalogue, Prices, Etc., it yours lor the asking, WE VENTIUTED THE NORTH CONSERVATORY AT THE PAN-AMERICAN EXPOSITION AND TOOK THE GOLD MEDAL. m tSlliltiltiiiillitt POSSIBLY you have heard of Cy- press material that failed to last. Such Cypress invariably is furn- ished by parties who have no knowledge of the peculiar requirements of greenhouse material. We have made greenhouse construction a special study. Our lumber is selected with the greatest of care, our material is guaranteed perfect and strictly up-to- date. Write us, when next you want material. ii1toI15BLAckhawkSt CniLAUl-/ iLi StLLinCi AGtNTi FOR Garlamd iron gutters. "^ ifHf HtHI»liil»% GARLAND'S IRON GUTTER No loe. No Breakage Of Glass. ^ Tills Qutter will save money In coit of construction. GARLANI DCS plaines. III. igo2. The American Florist. 503 THOS. W. WEATHERED'S SONS, HORTICULTURAL ARCHITECTS AND BUILDERS AND MANUFACTURERS OF HEATING AND VENTILATING APPARATUS. THE ABOVE ILLUSTRATES OUR IRON CONSTRUCTION WITH IRON CUTTER, MADE IN LENGTHS UP TO 25 FEET. FROM A PHOTOCRAPH OF THE CRESSBROOK CREENHOUSES, FALL RIVER, MASS. r.rr" ° THOS. W. WEATHERED'S SONS. 56 Marion St., New York. High Qrade Heaters (ALL CAST IRON.) In our STANDARD BOILERS the castings con- taining water have nuiierous shallow chambers that hang over the lire and imtnediiitely receive all beat and allow none to pass wasted to the chimney. The Boiler contaios only three cored castings and is quickly erected. NO WATER CASTINGS Are exposed to outside air, but protectpd by cast iron asbestos 1 ne i casing which efftctually prevents the radiation of the heat and causei the water chambera to be entirely surrounded by the heat. SIMPLICITY OF OPERATION WITH ENORMOUS EFFICIENCY IS THE CLAIM WE MAKE FOR THIS BOILER. P. B. MAGRANE, Florist, Lynn, Mass., says: "Your Standard Hot Water Boiler No. 32 is all that you recommend it to be. It does the work for me nicely that other boilers have failed to do. It heats a greenhouse 80x18 and also a large two-story barn and malces them quite comfortable in the coldest weather. I highly recommend it to any one as a first-class heater both from point of efficiency and economy." We make a special price on the first Boiler going to a place where we have none in use. Our Catalogue B contains informa- tion valuable to Florists and will be sent with prices on application. GIBLIN & CO., ^^."^t' 504 The American Florist. April rg. tndez to AdvertlKn. Advertising rates. . . 470 Allen JK 474 American Bower Co IV American Kose Co. I H Amling Albert F... 488 Amling E C 473 Ascbmann Godfrey. 484 Baldwin A J 493 494 Bailer FA 478 Bassett & Wash- burn 473 484 Beard Bros 492 «aarS Alfred I liaumann N Otto... 488 Uausman U H 496 Bayersdorfer H & Co 497 Beokert W C 497 Benthey & Co 473 BergerH H & Co... 476 Bemheimer Eugene 474 Bernlng H G 473 Bird FW A Son... 49.i liisset David 492 Bloom J S 491 Bobblnk & Atkini. 488 BonsalLJos E 491 Boston Letter Co... 497 Houlon Pd 492 Brod John 472 Bruns U N 473 Buckley W T Plant Co 494 BudlongJA 473 482 Bunyard HA 481 Burpee W A ACo.. H Burton John 48J carmody J I) 498 Chadborn MfgCo.. 602 Chicago Carnation Co 481 Chicago House Wkg Co 495 498 '499 IV CincinCutFlowerCo 472 Clark Wm A * Son 484 Cleary & Co 49i Clucas&Boddington II Collins Thos 481 Conard &, Jones Co. 491 Con ley Foil Co 497 Cottage Gardens. . . , 491 (rabb & Hunter.... 491 uraig Robt <)£Son.. 491 Crane Stephen 479 Crowl Fern Co 481 Cunningham DO.. Glass Co 498 Cunningham Job H. 494 Dailledouze Bros.... 489 Davis Bros 49^ Deamud J B 481 DesMoines Plant Co 492 Detroit Flower Pot Mfy 495 DietBoh A A Co.... 500 Diller Caskey A Co 6O0 Dillon JL 477 491 Dillon's Mfg Co 499 Dirken B W 478 Dorner F & Sons Co 1 DreerH A 489 504 Dunne & Co 497 East'n Chemical Co 497 Eichholz Henry 488 Eisele C 493 Elliott Wm & Sons. 491 Bllis Frank M 472 Eramans Geo M 493 Ernest W H 495 Fason M B 486 Felthousen J E 494 Foley Mfg Co 60J FooteCS 488 rord Bros 475 Foster Lucius H.... 491 Gardeners Chronicle 495 Gardening Co 497 Garland Frank 473 Garland Geo M b02 Geller Sigmund 497 Ghormley Wm 475 Giblin & Co .503 Good A Reese Co. . . 485 Grand Rapids Vio- let Co 486 Greune.tDnderhill. 493 GroenewegPuAZoon 478 Gullett W II A Sons 488 Qunther Wm H .... 476 Gurney Heatr;r Co.. 504 Guttman Alex J 475 Hail Ass'n 495 Hammond BcDj 499 Hammond W A 49U Hancock O A Son . 484 Harrison Waltei H. 495 Hart M A. 4T5 Hart B 1 491 Heaoook Joseph.... 488 Helkes W F 490 Ueinl Jo.s 482 UeUi J B 491 Henneoke C Co 495 Herendeen Mfg Co. IV Herr Albert M 479 Herrmann A 497 Herron Dana R 482 Hewi AH ACo.... 495 Hilflnger Bros 495 Hill The EG Co I HillTotGreenhouses 493 Hippard E 496 498 Hitohings A Co. 501 IV Holmes H L 476 HoltonAHunkel Co 479 497 Hooker H M Co 504 Horan Edw C 475 Hort Ady II Horticultural Trade Journal Co II HoBeConneot'n Co. II Hull Floral Co 491 Humfeld C 493 Hunt EH 472 Invalid Appl'oeCo. 497 Irvine John A SonB. 491 Israel Seeded String Co II Jacobs S A Sons . . . 500 Jennings EB 492 Johnson A Stokes . . 476 Jones A E 498 Kasting W F 474 Keller Bros 495 Keller Geo A Son. . . 495 Kellogg Geo M 475 Eennicott Bros Co 480 488 Kentucky Tobacco Product Co TI Kitt Joseph A Son.. 497 Kinney L F 478 Knowles A R 49i Kohr A F 495 Kreshover L J 481 Kroesohell Bros Co. 499 Kuehn C A 472 KuhlGeoA 482486489 491 Lager A Hurrell.... 494 Lang Julius 475 Langjahr AH 475 LehnigAWinnefeld 491 Ley John H 493 Livingston Seed Co 476 LooklandLumCo EOD 502 LongDB II Lonsdale Edwin. 490 I Loomis Floral Co. . . 491 Lord A BurnhamCn Ill IV Lucas J A Co 499 MaderPauI 494 May John N 490 McAlister ACo 491 McCarthy N F A Co 474 MoKellar A Winter- son Co 479 McMillan A Sons... 484 McMoran E E A Co 498 MiohiganCut Flow- er Ex 472 Millang Chas 475 Millang Frank 475 Miller Geo L 493 Mitting Floral Co.. 491 Moller's Zeitung .... II Moninger JCCo.... 502 Moore, Hentz A Nash 475 MosB Geo M 474 MottSeed A Bulb Co II Muno John 473 Murray JC 482 Myerson .Joseph — .^01 N 1 Cut Flower Co. 474 N Y Cut Flower Ei. 474 479 Niessen Leo 474 OlbertzJ 49) Pennook Sam'lS. .. 474 Perkins John J 475 Poehlmann Bros Co. 473 PittsburgCutFloCo 472 PollworthCC Co.. 495 Pritchard J Nelson 472 478 QuakerCityMaohCo 498 Randall A L 473 RasmussooAnders. . 498 Rttwson W W ACo. II Raynor Jl 475 Reed A Keller 497 Regan Prim House. 495 Reinberg Geo ... 473 477 Belnberg Peter.. 473 484 Leodle A E 499 Rice Bros 4<2 Rice M A Co 497 Rider Ericsson En- gine Co 504 Ripnley H'dwareCo 498 .502 RobinBon H M A Uo 477 Boebling's John A Sons A Co 496 Roemer Fred II Roland Thomas 491 Rolker A A Sons... 493 Sohlllo Adam IV Schmidt JO 494 Shellroad (Jrenh'ses 48J Sheridan W F 475 Siebrecht ASon I Situations A Wants 47i Skaboura Dip Co. . . 498 SkidelskySS 482 Smith Nath A Son.. 493 Smith W ATCo.... I Snyder A V D 477 Soupert A Notting. . 490 Spangler E J ACo . II Sprague Smith Co.. 5M Stearns Lumber Co. 498 StorrsAHarrisonCo. 492 StrykerS D 195 Sutherland G A.... 474 Swahn Pot Mfg Co. 495 Swayne Wm 488 Temple J T 483 Thompson J D Car- nation Co 483 Thorburn J M ACo. 476 Thome A L 479 Traendly A Sohenok 475 Tobacco Warehouse- ing A Trading Co 497 VandegrittFBACo.. 478 Vaughan's Seed Store 472 477 486 488 469 496 1 Tick's Sons Jas II Wsban Rose Cona.. I Wabash R R 495 Wagner Park Cons. 491 Warburton C 4S6 Watson Geo C II Weathered's Sons Thos f03 Weber H A Son. s ... 482 Weeber A Don II Weiland A Rissh... 473 Welch Bros 474 West View Flo Co.. 489 Whilldin Pot Co.... 495 WhitnallC B 497 Wietor Bros 173 Wilks S Mfg Co.... 498 Williams F R Co... 481 Wilmore W W 493 Wills A Segar 473 Wilson Misses II Winandy Michael.. 488 Wittbold Geo Co.... 493 Wolf A Q A Bro.. IV Wolf John 473 Wood Bros 486 Young Jno 475 Young A Nugent... 475 American florist Ads Always do busines, week days and every day, Sundays and holidays, ail over the country, at home and abroad. Sprague Smith Go. PUTE AND WINDOW GUSS Greenhouse Glass a Specialty 203 B«»ilol|i> »tr««t. CHICAGO. Dl IV SECOND HAND D'J ■ STEAM PIPE and Save 50 per cent. Tel. 201-4 Rinhmond. JOSEPH MYERSON, SI-93 ATLANTIC AVE. BOSTON, MASS. Holds Class Firmly See the Point JW PEERLESS I GIazIde PolntH are the best. No rights or lefta. B'lX o( I t.OOO poloti 76 otfl. poatp&ld. . rfENRTA.DREER. S71i Chntnat St., Pkllft., P^ 'DORIC" HEATER. Profitable Greenhouses "Gurney" t-'reenhouses are profiluble t^ft-nliouses because they're operated under the most ecoDomical couditions. "Ourncy" Heaters maintain an even heat with the least amount of care, burn a minimum amount of coal to maintain tb« desired tempera- ture, require no brick setting, and are without question the most efficient construc'ioos on the market. A host of nurserymen already use the "Gurney." If you're not on the list, send for catalogue and dnd out more about it. Curneys promote the greatest hothouse success. GURNEY HEATER MFG. CO. 74 FRANKLIN ST.. BOSTON. 111 FIFTH AVE., NEW YORK CITY. Western Selling Agents. JAMES B. CLOW & SONS. Franklin and Harrison Sts., Chicago. III. WATER. If you want water only when the wind blows a windmill will do your work and cost Jess money than our Rider and Ericsson Hot Air Pumps, but if you want water every day while your Ilowers are growing; and do not want your pump blown down when the wind blows too hard, uo pump in the world can equal ours. We have Eold about 20,000 of them during the past twenty-five years, which is proof that we are not making wild statements. Our Catalogue "A 3*' will tell you all about them. Write to near- est siore. Rider-Ericsson Engine Co. St., New York. St.. ItOSTON. itt St , Stdnf.t, N. 692 Craig St.. Montreal, P. Q. 40 l)i':irborn St.. Ciiicaoo. Teniente-Rey 71, Havana, Cuba. 40N. 7th Si., Pbiladelpuia. S. W. McTchiuil iLiid .\l:ikna St-i. HoMii.uLr. GREENHOUSE GLASS OUK SRBG MALTY* i LHRGC STOCK«^ »^ ^ ^ ^ PROMPT SHIPMENT. \ \m^ Porelinseed Oil Putty.PjinlsJnKtfiEttJ |3jC write roR, latest prices. M mm • mmm • asB a ■■■ • ^ib • ai^ • ■■■ • am • warn • ■■■ • wmm • mmm • ^tm a ^tm * waP Please mention the American Florist when writing > U R NAi.^'pbRS^""!^ ^TR APE. Mmerica is "the Prow of the JIbssbI; Uibtb may iB mars camfnrt Rmidships, but wb are tbs &rst to touch Unknown Seaa: Vol. XVIII. CHICAGO AND NEW YORK, APRIL 26, 190a. No. 725. f iHlli /AlMiEilDPM^ lFlL@y3l!@f Sbtbhtebhth Year. Copyright 1902, by American Florist Company. Entered ai Seoond-Claii MaU Matter. PrBLISHID ITBBY SATUBDAT BT AMERICAN FLORIST COMPANY, 334 DMrborn St., ChlcaKO. BaiUrn Otflc*: 79 Milk 5t.. Boaton. Subiorlptlon, 11.00 a year. To Europe, 12.00. Subfloriptions accepted only from the trade. SOCIETY OF AMERICAN FLORISTS AND ORNAMENTAL HORTICULTURISTS. OiTicBRs — John Burton, Philadelphia, Pa., presiden J. W. C. Dbakb, AsheviUe, N. C, vloe- presideni., Wm. J. Stbwabt, 79 Milk Street, Boston, Mass., secretary; H. B. Bbatty, Oil City, Pa., treasurer. The eighteenth annual meeting will be held at AsheviUe, N. C, August, 19 22, 1902. THE AMERICAN CARNATION SOCIETY. Annual convention at Brooklyn, N. Y., Feb- ruary, 1903. AI.BSBT M. Ubbb, Lancaster, Pa., •eoretary. CHRYSANTHEMUM SOCIETY OF AMERICA. Annual meeting at AsheviUe, N. C, August, 1902. Edwin Lonsdale, Chestnut Hill, Pa., Sec'y. AMERICAN ROSE SOCIETY. Annual meeting at call of executive committee, Lkonabd Babbon, 116 Liberty St., New York, secretary. THIS ISSUE 40 PAGES WITH COVER. CONTENTS. Mora about pipe 505 Cactus bedding (illus ) 506 Successful rose growing F06 Adiantum cuneatum (lUus.) 508 -V handsome window (illus.) 509 Roses in Chicago parks 509 Dendrobium nobile with 1,300 (lowers (illus )..5l0 The Chicago exhibition 510 Planting out dahlias.. - 510 Plants in design work (illus.) 511 New York 511 Chicago 512 Boston 512 Philadelphia 513 Cleveland 513 St. Louis 513 Size of flow pipe hl4 Greenhouse building 514 Size of boiler 5U Wants convention in Cali'ornia 514 Begonia Gloire de Lorraine 514 Blight in geraniums 514 The seed trade 62) A question of policy 520 Denver 530 The nursery trade 5*2 Our pastimes 5J4 Orange, >". J 524 San Francisco 526 St. Paul 628 Pittsburg 53U New Orleans 532 Washington 53 j Toronto 636 Providence 538 More About P.pe. [A paper by A. E. Ford, read before the Florists' Club of Philadelphia, April i, igo^.] Your genial secretary in extending his ofScial invitation was Itind enough to originate the title "More About Pipe," but failed to advise on what point you wished lor more information than you now possess. I am, therefore, led to con- jecture that you may possibly desire to have the benefit ol what knowledge I may have gained of both the manufac- ture and vending of wrought pipe, and will govern myself accordingly. The manufacture of wrought pipe, while being of special Interest to those who are identified with its production and sale, is of more than passing moment to Philadelphians, for the reason that it was in this city that the first machine- made pipe was manufactured in America, under patents secured from England, about the year 1835, an industry that afterwards had an enormous develop- ment and became a prominent feature in the business of this great industrial city Prior to the time stated, pipe had been made by hand in England and here and was necessarily very expensive, so that when gas was first introduced into Phila- delphia, old gun-barrels were used as a substitute until the supply became exhausted. With regard to the original makers of wrought pipe In this country there seems to be some uncertainty, the claim having been made by Samuel GriflBth, who had a furnace on the site of what is now 27 North Seventh street, and by Morris, Tasker & Morris, who were located at Third and Pear streets, where they car- ried on a toundry business and made a specialty of the manufacture of stoves, ranges, heaters, etc. It is no province of mine to endervor to establish as to which of these claims was correct, but as Mr. Griffith never reached a point much beyond his original venture, and Morris, Tasker & Company expanded to such an extent as to become at one time the abso- lute controllers of the pipe industry, I shall deal with that firm in making fur- ther comparisons. It is, of course, understood that all wrought pipe made and used at the time mentioned was iron and "butt welded," the commercial lengths being about twelve feet, and the gross product of this infant industry about ten tons per week. And In order to protect same in a meas- ure from foreign competition, it was decided to adopt a different standard of threads to be known as the "American gauge," which at this day necessitates our makers using the English threads on all pipe intended for export. From this small beginning has grown up one of the great industries of this country which gives us a practical illustration of our marvelous industrial growth, which does now and will still further in the future enable us to dominate the markets of the world. The present production of wrought tubular goods in America is not less than ,5,000 tons per day, a capacity which equals at least that of England and Germany combined. Where the original range of sizes was from 1,^-inch to 1-lnch we now manufac- ture from Va-inch to 30 inch, the larger sizes being "lap welded" instead of "butt welded." The growth has, of course, been gradual and much of it has been attained since the introduction of steel as a factor in pipe making, which was first done successfully in 1885 by F. J. Hearne, at Wheeling, W. Va., this gentle- man now being the President of the National Tube Company, which is one of the constituent companies of the United States Steel Corporation. This innova- tion you will readily understand was vigorously combatted by the makers ot iron pipe, but slowly but surely steel has forced its way until it is to-day more of a king in the industrial world than cotton ever was. I think, gentlemen, I have now reached the point which I understand was the subject of former discussion and possibly diflerences of opinion, and I wish to say that any sentiments which I may express simply represent my individual experi- ence and judgment. To my mind there is no question that iron pipe as originally made from "Al" quality of pig iron was for some purposes superior to the present soft steel article manufactured by the Bes- semer process, but u n fortunately .commer- cial conditions have made it Impossible to procure such pipe except at a price which would be practically prohibitive to the ordinary user, and we, therefore, have to choose between a so-called wrought iron pipe, which is manufactured largely from scrap iron, and which frequently con- tains a mixture of hard steel which unfits it for many uses, particularly when you have to cut it up, and a pipe of pure steel. In making this statement relative to iron pipe you will understand that I am making no charge of any unfairness on the part of the manufacturers, as it is absolutely necessary for them to bring the cost of their product down to a point where they can make such selling' prices 506 The American Florist. April 26, as will enable them to compete with the cheaper article. In other words, it has become a choice largely between good steel pipe and uncertain iron pipe, and my individual leaning is towards the formtr. Even il it were possible to get the kind of iron pipe "our fathers used," there would still be many uses for which steel would be preferable, particularly where tensile strength is to be considered. To more readily understand the differ- ences between iron and steel pipe, it might possibly be well to explain tersely the difference in their production. In making iron pipe originally a high grade of pig iron was used, same being "puddled" by hand labor into what is termed "muck bar." This is then piled into faggots, which in turn are rolled Into sheets of the proper diameter for each size, the term for which is "pipe skelp." This skelp is then brought to the welding furnaces and brought to a finished condition. The difierence in making steel pipe is, of course, in the processes previous to Its reaching the welding furnaces, where the work is practically the same. The steel question an open one. There is another point in this connection, which, while it may not specially interest the members of this club, is an important one to the users of wrought pipe, and that is the matter of electrolysis. While I have no special data on this subject, I have heard it stated, without contradiction, that wrought steel pipe will show less impair- ment from electrical action than wrought or cast iron pipe. In conclusion, gentlemen, I think that the efforts of the future will not be with a desire to make iron pipe to compete with steel at the expense of the quality of the former, but rather to so improve the quality of the steel product as to make it equal in every respect to the iron pipe which was formerly made under more favorable conditions than now exist, leaving iron pipe to occupy the same comparative position relative to steel pipe, as other iron products do to similar articles of steel. I am glad to have been with yon to-night, and if I have in any way con- tributed to your entertainment, or to your fund of information, the knowledge O^CTUS BEDDINQ IN FAIRMOUNT PARK, PHILADELPHIA. of that fact will be ample compensation. I thank you very much for your kind attention and courtesy, and am ready to submit to the ordeal which I have been informed is awaiting me. Cactus Bedding. The bedding which attracted the great- est attention in Fairmount Park, Phila- delphia last summer wan the cactus bedding at the east end of Horticultural Hall. There were four beds around a larger, nearly circular one in the center. The tall specimens were placed rather close together, but sufficiently far apart so that each retained its individuality. They were set in a mosaic of alternan- theras, echeveiias and sedums. Agaves and aloes were also used and gave a variety that added greatly to the general effect. The popularity of this bedding was such that the vicinity was so crowded on all fair davs, particularly on Sunday, that police officers were required to keep the people moving. K. Successful Rose Growing. U-I paper by Gusiave Emtl Anderson, read be/ore the Chicago Florists' Ctub, April z;, i^oj.] To grow good roses we must start with good yoang stock and good soil. The soil, I believe, should be prepared dur- ing the fall, put up in heaps, say about eighteen inches high, then six inches of cow manure and then another twelve to eight een inches of soil, with a layer of manure on top, then left during the winter until the frost is out, when it should be turned over and broken up. Then the soil is ready for use. When throwing out the old plants the benches should be cleaned oflf and a good coat of hot lime wash applied to the boards, unless tile is used in the benches. Then all dirt and rubbish should be cleaned from underneath the benches. Then we are ready for wheeling in the soil, which is quite a tiresome job (but we may live to see the automobile used for that purpose). The soil should be well chopped up when leveled off on the benches, and then comes the planting. The plants should be well watered in the morning, so that every plant is wet through; in case a few should be dry they should be set aside or dipped in a bucket of water. Then plant fifteen inches apart for Brides, Bridesmaids, Meteors, Golden process of to-day has simply changed the manufacture of the raw material from hand labortoamechanical manipulation of the original melting stock, the only difference being that the steel ingot is cast and consequently devoid of the fiber which you find in iron. The stetl pipe, owing to this process, has much more tensilestrengththaniron, and is, therefore, much more suitable for high pressure work. Iron pipe, when made as it should be, is undoubtedly more ductile than steel as made at pres- ent, but if, as claimed, there is at least two- thirds scrap placed in the puddling furnace, the result must be a bar which is hard and nnuniform, in consequence of which the skelp of which this pipe is madedois not possess the ductile and welding qualities which formerly distin- fiuished tte iron p'pe. I have not touched on the matter of coirosion because that becomes at times a matter largely of local conditions. I have seen cases where iron pipe did not give as good satisfaction as steel, and others where the reverse was the case, to that I think it is only fair to leave that CACTUS BEDS AT FAIRMOUNT PARK. PHILADELPHIA. igo2. The American Florist. 507 CACTUS BEDDING IN FRONT OF HORTICULTURAL HALL, FAIRMOUNT PARK, PHILADELPHIA, IN 1901. Gates and Kaiserins. Beauties require eighteen inches apart to give necessary air circulation around the plants throogh- out the season. Press the soil down firmly around the plants, and give a good watering but only around the plants, not watering the whole bed. After this syringe the plants one or two times a day, according to the weather. Water only when the plants are dry. In about two or three weeks the weeds are up and the grower must go over the benches and loosen the soil. The plants will now show good growth and will take a little more water, but water only around the plants for at least two months. Cut all buds off with two to three leaves. Now give a good watering all over the benches and get ready to stake and tie. By this time, if flowers are wanted, the buds can be left on but be careful in cutting the flowers not to cut the plants into the bones. Give all the air possible and the ventilators must be strictly attended to. Open the ventila- tors a little at a time and lower the same way; if opened the whole way at once and closed again in the same fashion mildew will soon appear. During hot weather the walks in the greenhouse should be dampened to keep the air moist around the plants. Fumi- gate on any cold, cloudy evening to keep down the aphis, but do not fumigate too heavily; open the ventilators about two or three hours after if the temperature is too high. Keep the soil worked up and attend to the tying. As soon as the nights get chilly make a little fire and turn on a steam pipe, putting a little sulphur on the pipe. Then be very care- ful about the ventilation. Do not close down the houses in order to save a few ■hovelfals of coal, but leave, a crack of air on all night. Do not dampen the walks any more and syringe only on bright sunny days. Examine the soil before watering and let the plants get on the dry side; then water thoroughly. Some growers cut out all the blind wood in the fall, but I think that It is wrong, as the days are getting shorter, with little or no sunshine, not much air can be given and the plants seem to lose part of their life. Therefore the wood should be left on the plants to help keep the roots active. As long as there is good root action there is life and growth. Those houses that were planted before June would stand a light mukhiog of well rotted cow manure about Septem- ber 1. Those planted later, I think, are better off with a scattering of bone meal about October 1. I do not believe in mulching with cow manure during the short days as the manure will keep the soil in a sour, soggy conditionfor several days after each wiatering. If manure water is obtainable, I think onre every two weeks is not too often to apply it if the plants are in a good, vigorous growth. Bone meal, wood ashes and lime are good during midwinter, but must be used with judgment. About the middle of January the days are beginning to get longer and brighter and a light mulching of manure can then be put on, unless manure water is used. Fumigating should be attended to every week. There is quite a difference of opinion about fumigating Brides and Bridesmaids. Some growers fumigate in the morning, as the Bridesmaids have a tendency to lose their color, but I think that is a big mistake, because I have found that the flowers cut right after the fumigating will keep that nasty odor of tobacco smoke for some time and the customers, as a rule, have a habit of put- ting the flowers up to theirnoses as soon as they get hold of them. They want the fragrance as well as the flower. 1 have found, by fumigating in the evening, when I watered, the buds being tight, that toward morning the smoke has dis- appeared and the flowers have gradually opened, the fragrance is there and they lose very little of their color. Another important thing is to have a good night fireman as soon as fire is needed. Many good rose houses get checked the first few cool nights, and it often takes a good while before they start out again. Many old growers who ought to know better let their rose houses drop down to between 4-0° and 50°, and I have seen the plants in the morning as wet from moisture as if they were being syringed, and yet I was told that it would do the plants good to get them hardened ofi. It will pay any grower to get a fireman that knows how to fire; not one who is a good coal shoveler, but one who knows how to keep a steady fire and an even tempera- ture in the houses. Most of the green- house firemen like to stuff the boiler as full of coal as they can and then lie down for awhile, and keep that up through the night, sometimes never to look into the houses. Such a man will damage the stock and burn coal for many times the amount that it would take to pay a good man who. knows how to fire and keep the temperature right in the houses and there would be less of sickly plants and crippled flowers. Creston, Ia. — The Creston Green- houses, I. C. Hon, manager, are being enlarged by the addition of two houses 20x80. 508 The American Florist. April 26, Adiastum Cuneatum. It has been suggested that some notes Relative to the culture of this very useful tern wonld be acceptable to some of the readers of the American Fi.oeist, and while such an article may not possess the merit of entire novelty, yet it is written in the hope that it may prove useful to various inquirers. To begin at the bottom of the subject, the spores or seeds shonld be the first consideration, and these should be secured as soon as possible if it is pro- posed to grow a stock for next winter. As a matter of fact, the spores should small panes of glass and also well shaded from the sun with papers or muslin. With proper care the seedlings will appear in two to three weeks, and at the end of six weeks to two months may be large enough to be separated into small patches and transplanted by the aid of a small flat stick to other pots or pans that have been prepared in much the same way as the original seed pots, and in which the transplanted patches of pro- tfaallia, as the young ferns in their first stage are termed, will have more space to develop. Some growers allow the young ferns ADIANTUM CUNEATUM AND A. CUNEATUM ROENBECKII. to remain in these pots after transplant- ing until they are large enough to be handled for potting, while others prefer to make a second transplanting before potting, the latter method being proba- bly more economical, though occupying more time. When large enough to be handled conveniently the seedlings are potted ofl' iato 2y2-inch pots, and to facilitate this operation the soil ased shonld be passed through a fine sieve, the young plants being set away in the greenhouse and watered without delay after potting, and shonld also be pro- tected from the sun and air by covering with papers for a week, it being also understood that at this stage of the pro- ceedings the greenhouse In which the plants are placed should also be shaded. From this time forward it is largely a matter of ordinary routine in regard to repotting before the plants get too macb starved, the shifts depending upon the use to which the plants are to be put, but care should be exercised in the water- ing of newly potted adiantams, for, while they should not be permitted to get very dry at any time, yet the soil should not be made too wet before the plants are established in it. In regard to soil this adiantum is not very particular, and a good loam enriched with about one-sixth of dry cow manure will be found satis- factory, for most ferns take to this fer- tilizer quite kindly provided it is not fresh and rank. Rubbed through a sieve with 1-inch mesh and mixed in about the proportions noted above it usually works very well. After the adiantums are established they will require an abundance of fresh air, and this should be regulated in accordance with the wind, airing freely all night throughout the warm weather and continuing the night ventilation until the weather becomes too cold to keep a night temperature of 60° to 62° with air on. During the summer shad- ing will be needed over the adiantums, but from November 1 to March 1 they will do without, and will keep In better have been sown earlier than this to get the best results, preferably about the beginning of January. The spores should be sown in pots or small pans, 6-inch pots being frequently used for this purpose, the pots having a good layer of coarse drainage material in the bottom, either crocks or cinders, and then being filled nearly to the top with finely sifted soil, a peaty mixture being frequently, though not necessarily, used for this operation, and the soil pressed down smoothly and firmly in the pots until the surface of the soil is about half an inch below the top of the pot. The pots are then thoroughly watered, and should be allowed to drain for a time before the spores are sown, this watering being intended to suffice until the spores are germinated, if possible. All future waterings of the seed pots shonld be done from the bottom by immersing the lower part of the pot in a bucket of water and keeping it there long enough to moisten the soil without appl3lng any water to the top. The spores should be evenly dusted over the surface of the soil, and from the fact that the spores are extremely fine and light it is advisable that this be done in a place that is reasonably free from draughts. The seed pots are then plunged in sand, ashes, or other moisture retain- ing substance in a warm greenhouse, or placed in a propagating frame If this is convenient, the pots being covered with ADIANTUM CUNEATUM. igo2. The American Florist. 500 WINDOW DISPLAY OF JOHN COOMBS, HARTFORD, CONN. condition for general use than when they are too heavily shaded. If it is desired to grow adiantams for cutting it is the better plan to plant them out on a bench rather than to grow them in pots, and a good method for such a crop would be as follows: Use a bench the iDottom of which is sufficiently open to aUow good drainage, and in a house that is reasonably free from drip. Fill the bench to a depth of six inches with similar soil to that suggested for pot culture, but using in the bottom of the bench some rough, fibrous soil such as chopped sod in order to keep the drainage open. Plant out strong and healthy 3-inch pot plants, placing them from one foot to fifteen inches apart, planting them firmly and watering in fairly well, but after this watering it is well not to water too freely until the plants begin to grow, for if the bed becomes soggy and sour the plants will not make a good start. Shade the house moderately and ven- tilate as recommended for the pot plants, and such a bed should give a good lot of fronds daring the following winter, and ought to continue to produce profitably for two or three years if given a good top- dressing of new soil each year, and also have all dead fronds and rubbish removed from time to time. There should not be much trouble from insects among the adiantums, the worst pest being the common snail, which has a most voracious appetite for young fern fronds. Pulverized camphor, or pul- verized moth balls sprinkled among the plants in moderate quantities will drive out most of the snails, and unless used in profusion will do no injury to the plants. Dreen aphis will sometimes appear on the young growth of the adiantums, but is rea'lily disposed of by the use of nicotine vapor carefully applied. For pot culture it is best to secure the true form of A. cuneatum if possible, for much of the stock sent out of late years as A. cuneatum is in reality the variety of this species named A Roenbeckii, the latter being less compact than the type, having smaller pinnae and producing a longer frond. For cut fronds it is per- haps immaterial which form is grown, but as a pot plant the true A. cuneatum is superior. The distinction between these two forms is shown with some degree of clearness in the accompanying illustration, in which the forms in ques- tion are exhibited side bv side, and while it is not so marked a difference as would be noticed in the habit of two plants of corresponding size set up together, yet the difference is quite worthy of note. W. H. Taplin. A Handsome Window. John Coombs has been attracting much attention to hisstoreat Hartford, Conn., by his fine windowdisplay.aphotograph of which is herewith reproduced. This is a view taken just after Easter, after the flowering _ plants had been well cleaned out. During Easter week, underneath the arches, each side was banked solid with lilies and beneath the center arch were azaleas^ making a very pretty effect and one which without doubt did much to stimulate trade. The leading retailers throughout the country are coming more and more to recognize the value of tasteful display in winning patronage. It is the man with the hand- some wagon and the profusely decorated shovr window who is getting the cream of the trade, for he is the one who is talked about by the people, and there is no such advertising for a retail business of any character as the voice of the peo- ple. But taste must dictate, for over- display is ostentation, which is not inviting, and the embellishment of the salesroom and show window must be In keeping with the capital of the concern; It should be just one step in advance of the development of the business. Roses In Chicago Parks. The past winter was a very favorable one for outdoor roses, notwithstanding that it was a long, cold one. Those in the rose garden on the Wooded Island in Jackson Park, Chicago, and in the new rose garden in Washington Park, have wintered splendidly. It was, indeed, a pleasure to find upon uncovering them this spring, the stems green to the tops. The covering was removed March 20, just before a severe cold spell, but they were not injured in the least, owing, no doubt, to tiieirdormant condition. Right here is a very important point which seems to me should always be kept in mind in caring for outdoor roses, or any other outdoor plants. It is not the extreme cold, but the sudden change from heat to cold which does all of the mischief The wood should have become thoroughly ripened before the covering is put on in the fall, and then covered with just enough leaves or manure to keep them from sadden changes of temperature, for if the roses become too warm the sap will begin to flow, and when the next cold snap comes great damage usually results. 510 The American Florist. April 26, I had not intended to refer at this time to the winter care of roses, but having in mind several failures resulting from this cause I think it might be a good thing to note for those who have had poor suc- cess in bringing their plants through the winter. Covering, pruning and water- ing are the three important factors. Without careful attention to these, I do not believe it possible for anyone to have even fair success in this vicinity with outdoor roses. Many persons who purchase and plant roses and other hardy plants are disappointed with results simply because they do not realize that in order to succeed, they must give them careful attention during the winter months. In tome eastern and southern states roses are as common as lilacs, while around Chicago they are looked upon by flower lovers as a luxury. This would not be so if our amateur growers would only remember that they must give their plants cultivation, care and attention. Otherwise the money and time extended in planting them is wasted, for are there not many hardy plants which certainly retjuire less attention than do the roses? On the other hand, when such beautiful and tender roses as Ulrich Brunner, Mrs. John Laing, John Hopper and even La France can be successfully wintered with a little work, it seems to me that almost anyone would be well repaid for the little inconvenience necessary to success. I do not believe that there will ever be a flower to take the place of the rose. When people who can aSord It will pay in the winter time from $3 to $15 for a dozen fine rose blooms there must be something about these flowers which elevates them in the estimation of most people, and I believe if the roses were as noted for the easy culture of flowers Chicago is a long way from the first. The JoUowing kinds of roses may be considered perfectly reliable and have stood the test of our Chicago winters for a number of years, with protection: Gloire de Margottin, Louis Van Houtte, Prince Camille de Rohan, Mme. Geo. Bruant, Mrs. John Laing, Ulrich Bmn- ner, Alfred Colomb, Marshall P. Wilder, Anne de Dietbach, Mabel Morrison, Baroness Rothschild, Gen. Jacqueminot, Earl of Dufferin, Grace Darling, Victor Verdier, Fisher Holmes, Pa:onia, Magna Charta, John Hopper, Mme. Plantier and La France. Dependable moss roses are Blanche Moreau, Crimson Globe, John Cranston, Conntesse de Murinais, Luxembourg, Henry Martin and Princess Adelaide. All of the forgoing kinds, and many more, may be seen at the new rose garden in Washington Park and all are expected to be in bloom by June 10. The Jackson Park rose garden does not contain quite as many varieties, but the plants are exceptionally fine this season. Edwin A. Kanst. The Chicago Exhibition. Preparations for the November exhibi- tion at Chicago are watched with inter- est, for it is to be a joint affair of the Chrysanthemum Society of America and the Horticultural Society of Chicago, the first step toward a national chrysanthe- mum exhibition. The showing of chrys- anthemums, both cut blooms and plants, will be under the auspices of the national body, the local society concerning itself with the miscellaneous plants, the carna- tion and rose displays, the floral arrange- ments and other features. For twenty- DENDROBIUM NOBILE WITH 1,300 FLOWERS. fGrown by Wm. McAllister, gardener to Mrs. J. C. Whitin, WhitlnsviUe, Mass. scarce in the summer as they are in the winter most people would not accept a substitute, and that those who can afiord it would buy them in preference to others. Chicago is called the Garden City and she deserves that name from thelove which all Chicagoans have for trees, plants and flowers — if it were not ■o how could she maintain her right to be called that name?— for of all the cities five blooms of chryianthemumi the pre- miums will be $15 and $12, there being two classes for yellow and two for pink, Major Bonnaffon and Viviand-Morel being used as color standards in the same fashion that Scott has been long used as the color line in classes for pink carnations. The same color division will apply to classes for six blooms, where the premiums are $3 and $2. In the classes for twelve blooms the premiums are $6 and $4. In all these classes only varieties certificated by the C. S. of A. subsequent to 1897 are admissible. There is a class for 100 blooms, one or more varieties and colors, arrangement as well as quality to count, in which the three premiums aggregate $130, and $75 ii set aside for vases of 100 blooms in which no flower ts to exceed four inches in diameter. There is liberal provision for anemone and pompon varieties and collections of I'rench and English sorts vrill be given classes. There are six classes for new varieties, exhibits to be eligible for certificates, also to the com- petition for the S. A. F. silver and bronze medals. The premiums for chrysanthe- mum plants already announced amount to $465. In miscellaneous plants $85 is ofiered for three standard geraniums, $65 for fifteen geraniums in not over 10 inch pots, $i0for the best collection of orchids, $60 for the best collection of ferns, $50 for six araucarias, $5C for three cosmos, $30 for five Gloire de I^orraine begonias, $140 for collection of stove plants and $60 for best display of flowering plants other than chrysanthemums, while the miscellaneous plant premiums aggregate $734. In roses the best fifty Beauties will receive $40, with $25 for second and $15 for third premiums. For seventy-five Liberty the two premiums amount to $00 and for 100 Golden Gate, Bride, Bridesmaid and Kaiserin the premiums are $32 in each class. There are also classes for forty blooms with premiums of $6 and $3 and a silver cup is oflered for a new rose. In carnations there are thirty-one classes with premiums of $4 and $2 and ten classes for 100 blooms with premiums of $10 and $7, besides classes for seedlings. There are many special premiums and others will be announced later. Those who wish copies of the preliminary pre- mium list can procure them by addressing the assistant secretary of the Horticult- ural Society. Edwin A. Kanst, 5700 Cot- tage Grove avenue, Chicago. Planting Out Dahlias. Dahlia roots can now be planted safely over the greater part of the country, although it is better not to plant too early. We always get mnch better results from roots planted between May 15 and June 1 than from those planted earlier. Where it is possible it is much better to make at least two plant- ings. The soil is of little importance, as dahlias, like corn or potatoes, will grow well anywhere if given suilicient nourish- ment and good culture. Of great impor- tance, however, is the condition of the soil. My preference is a good heavy sod, with no manure, except a little pure bone meal. Too much manure has always been the chief source of failure in growing dahlias, especially when planted early. If sod land is not available, any soil vrill answer, but it should be thoroughly prepared and a light dressing of bone meal applied. The objection to using land too rich is that the plants become overgrown and are soft, with the result of bla.sted buds and small or ond-sidcd flowers. The chief object in dahlia growing is to get fine flowers and lots of them. This we have always done by getting the bloom on small, well-grown plants and when the plants are once blooming well we feed igo2. The American Florist. 511 them heavily to produce the large, long- stemmed flowers. Selection of varieties is very important although not so much so as some years ago, because growers and dealers have become more interested and consequently better educated in dahlias. In ordering dahlias from any reliable house and ask- ing lor the best for any particular purpose, one is pretty sure to get what he wants. Roots tlint are wanted for later planting should be kept in a cool place sufficiently dry to keep them dormant. I would caution every one against planting too closely. The rows should not be closer than four feet and if the soil is rich, still farther apart. Eighteen inches to two feet apart in the rows, according to variety, is plenty close, while three to four feet is required on heavy soil if specimen plants are wanted. By planting too closely less flowers will be had than if planted the proper dis- tance, and the quality will suffer also. Dahlia plants raised from cuttings will in most cases give equally as good results as roots and in some cases much better. These can be set at any time after it is safe to plant out tomatoes and will require only the same good treatment necessary for all plants. It is best to divide large roots before planting but, whether this is done or not, too many shoots should not be allowed to remain. For best results not more than two shoots should be allowed from each root, while one is better. W. P. Peacock. Plants in Design Work. While the use of plants in filling bas- kets has received considerable attention oflale, there need be no alarm among cut flower producers that the practice will become general and result in injury to the cut flower interests. It should be the aim of every florist to produce efiects not only beautifal but which shall be reasonably durable, but too few of them realize the opportunities which the use of growing plants afford to endanger the usefulness of cut stock in floral pieces. Still there is a continually increasing use of small plants in such arrangements, not only in baskets and so forth, but in wreaths, pillows and the general run of funeral pieces. Such pieces are a novelty and take well, for one reason because the man who has begun to use plants, only through the demand made for something durable, is compelled to allow each plant to assert its individuality because he cannot chop them up. We are beginning to learn that when we cut up stock and use it in the ordinarv way, we not only render it more perishable but we fail to make it look natural. On the other hand, the arrangement of potted plants often leaves something to be desired. It needs the flnishing touch of a little cut stock. Small feins have been used for these arrangements, but not to the extent they should be and not as large in size as is advisable. There is usually a prejudice against old clamps of adiantum, but where they are divided and started in 3 inch and 4 inch pots they produce long- stemmed fronds as well as some shorter ones. Euonymus variegatus is as easily grown as English ivy, and with its long, drooping branches of white and green it is invaluable. These and other plants should be arranged for now, so as to receive their spring and early summer growth in the pots. Florists who have greenhouses canno ; afford to neglect this provision. WREATH LARGELY COMPOSED OF PLANTS FROM POTS. The accompanying illustration shows a wreath made in this way. The pots of adiantum and baby primrose were packed with moss, covering one-half, while the other half was of euony muses, with the large fronds of cibotium fas- tened in with rubber capped glass tubes filled with water. The camellias and lily of the valley and one spray of orchids (vanda«) were fastened on toothpicks, as was the Asparagus decumbens, which is a good keeper. The packing of these plants with moss is easily and quickly done and you will be surprised often to see how well they look before the finish- ing touches are put on. C. B. W. New York. HOT WAVE RESULTS IN PRECIPITATE DE- CLINE IN GRADES AND PRICES. — ROSES SUFFER WORST.— CARNATIONS DO BEST. — OUTDOOR BULBOUS STOCK PILES UP. — ARBUTUS IS WELCOMED. — OUTING COM- MITTEE HAS TICKETS REi DY.— VARIOUS NOTES OF LOCAL AND PEHSONAL DOINGS. The hot weather arrived at New York on schedule time and with the thermom- eter at 90° in the shade the effect on cut flower production and cut flower sales can be easily imagined. Roses vrent downward with a rush, downward in ((uality and downward in demand. Vio- lets went to pieces completely and bulb- ous material from outdoors came piling into the market. Cooler v/eather is already in sight at time of writing, with the prospect of a considerably reduced cut in greenhouse material. Carnations, on the whole, have been doing very well, and so has lily of the valley, but the out- door crop of the latter is now due and values will suffer, as usual. Lilies are still very plentiful. Sweet peas are com- ing in (|uite heavily and are selling lower. Trailing arbutus is a favorite stock with the street vendors just now, who are glad to take these favorite spring flowers instead of violets for corsage wear. The outing excursion committee announce that they will have tickets fo r sale on and after Monday, April 28, to members of the New York Florists' Club who propose going to Witzel's Point Grove on July 7. The steamer Isabel, which leaves the dock at foot of East Thirtjr first street, has been chartered. Louis Schmntz, who has been confined 512 The American Florist. April 26, to his castle in Flatbush for the past two months with a stubborn attack of rheumatism, is once more able to get out. Julius Roehrs is laid up at his home in Rutherford, the result of falline from a trolley car near his residence. His injury is not considered serious, however. Mrs. L. Wheeler, wife of the popular manager of Vaughan's Seed Store, has fully recovered from her recent illness. A. J. Gnttman is about to open a branch store at 49 Broad street, between Exchange Place and Beaver street. The Rider-Ericsson Company has removed from Cortlandt street to 35 Warren street. Alfred Gibbons, brother of Henry W. Gibbons, ia now with the Gilbert Elliott law firm. Young & Nugent have erected two attractive signs over their new extension. Chas. Loechner sailed for Europe April 22. on the Kaiser Wilhelm. Visitor: A. Fahrenwold, Roslyn, Pa. Chicago. LARGE SUPPLIES OF STOCK WELL CLEANED UP.— SHIPPING TRADE DEISK.— GREATEST ACTIVITY AT THE ENDS OF THE WEEKS. —HOT WEATHER MAKES FLOWERS SOFT.— SPRING FLOWERS IN FROM THE SOUTH.— LOCAL RETAILERS NOT VEEY nUSY.— FLEISCHMAN DENIES A RUMOR.— CLUB HOLDS INTERESTING SESSION — WASHBURN PRAISES ASHEYILLE TRIP.— DOINGS OF GROWERS AND RETAILERS. The market situation continues fairly satisfactory. While there have been large supplies of stock for the past two or three weeks, things have been cleaned up in pretty good shape right along. It has come to pass that the middle of the week is quiet, as regularly as the weeks come 'round, with increasing activity toward Saturday and decreasing demands with Tuesday. Shipping trade consumed everything in sight up to Mon- day and has been cleaning things out well in the last day or two. The extreme heat Monday and Tuesday caused a sur- plus of soft flowers, particularly roses, which popped open so quickly under the influence of the unexpected hot weather that the greenhouse men were unable to catch them in time. This wide open stock, of course, was moved with difii- cnlty, at very low prices if at all. Since the rain Tuesday night conditions have been more normal, although there are ■till large supplies of roses and colored carnations. The particular demand has been for white flowers, especially white carnations, and on these it has been impossible to supply all orders. Red and pink have been above the demand and selling very cheaply in large lots. There is not much bulbous stock in the market, except callas and Harrisii. Of these two latter items there have been more than the market could assimilate. Violets come along as usual, while the quality continues good in spite of the warm weather, and they are selling fairly well. There is an active demand for greens, but all calls are supplied, smilai having become more plentiful than last week. This commodity is so easily shipped from a distance that the report of scarcity in this market invariably means large receipts within the next two or three days. Local trade has not been particu- larly good since Easter and various causes are assigned, Samuelson attrib- uting it to the fact that fashionable peo- ple are leaving the city earlier and earlier each season; in fact it is noted that the houses of some of the best flower buyers in the city have been closed most of the time the last year. There was a good attendance at the Florists' Club meeting April 23. Routine business having been disposed of G. E. Anderson presented his paper on rose culture, which will be found elsewhere In this issue. In the discussion which fol- lowed Frank Benthey advocated aphis punk for fumigation in preference to tobacco stems, the latter having a ten- dency to bleach the flowers. Several speakers complained ol the short stems of Liberty, and President E. F. Winterson declared that lor a considerable time past the wholesalers had not been able to meet the demand for blooms of this vari- ety with good stems. George Collins, grower for Peter Reinberg, said Liberty is a grand rose and he will grow more of it next season. He prefers grafted plants. Benthey & Co. exhibited a fine vase of American Beauty roses, and vases of Golden Gate, Bride and Bridesmaid from Sinner Bros., were of high quality. The prizes of the evening ieere awarded the exhibitors in the order named. The Chicago Carnation Co. displayed a large vase of very handsome blooms of Mrs. Potter Palmer carnation. A vase of flowers of the Barberton daisy, Gerbera Jamesoni, from A. Hertington, Madison, N. T . attracted marked attention and many of those present predicted that the plant would prove a valuable acquisition. Fleischman has had a very handsome vase of Mrs. Potter Palmer carnation in his window this week, where it attracted much attention from fashionable ladies. In this connection a letter received from Joseph Fleischman, president of the cor- poration, may be of interest. He says: "Rumors have been circulated to the eflect that we intend discontinuing our business at 181 and 183 State street. I wish to contradict such rumors as being untrue. It certainly must be known by this time that the success of the business is without question and we hope to con- tinue to do business at the old stand for a long period." Albert Fuchs has taken out building permits for three big apartment houses on the north side, the estimated cost of which is $90,000. Since Mr. Fuchs' retirement from the florist business and his European trip he has been touring the country as manager for his wife, Fannie Reichter- Fuchs, the virtuoso, and it seems that music must have paid. C. L. Washburn and Mrs. Washburn reached home Tuesday evening from North Carolina. Mr. Washburn says that Asheville is certainly one of the most beautiful spots he has ever visited and that aside from every other consideration the scenery there will amply compensate one for attending the S. A. F. meeting next August. John Mangel is redecorating his new store in the height of modern fashion. He says that up to the time alterations were began trade was practically as heavy as it has recently been at his State street comer, and the rent in the new stand is so much less that it makes him smile at the contrast. Peter Reinberg shipped out 10,000 car- nations, 2,000 rotes and 300 long Beau- ties to one customer yeiterday, but this ia nothing unusual for them. Several times recently they have sent out 25.000 carnations, 10,000 roses and 500 long Beauties on one order. Henry Phillip is approaching the end of his first season as a rose grower, and has met with such excellent success that he is putting up two more houses 30x200 at hii place at Rogers Park, to be planted with Meteors. John Muno, hia father- in-law, sells his cut. H. C. Rowe, until recently with J. C. Schubert & Co., has opened a very neat store at .3."> Monroe street, almost across the street from Mangel, only a few doors from A. Lange and just around the corner from Fleischman. Charles P. Hughes has resigned his position at Deamud's and will now devote bis attention to the development of the home greenhouse business at Hills- dale, Mich. Frank Garland is planning to plant Norway carnation for best white next year. He says that his smilax house has been one of his best money makers this season. Wietor Brothers will plant a couple of houses with Ivory rose this year and have 5,000 young plants in fine shape and ready for the bench. The growers have all been busy plant- ing carnations since Tuesday evening's rain, although it was not quite as heavy as thev wished. The South Water street produce com- mission men are handling more or less spring flowers from the south, at so much a box. Kennicott Bros. Company says that the first arbutus was snapped up eagerly but that now only the choice stock moves well. Reinberg & Weiland are sending up a very nice cut of Beauties from New Castle these days. The McKellar & Winterson Company is receiving some fine double narcissi. Visitors: J. H. Sievers, San Francisco; L. C. Chapin, Lincoln, Neb. Boston. FLOWER BUYERS REFUSE TO PAY FOR FANCY GOODS.— MEDIUM GRADES LARGELY PREFERRED. — TOO MANY GOOD ROSES AND NO SURPLUS OF CHEAPER STOCK- SPRING MAKES ITS APPEARANCE IN THE PARKS. — EARLY BLOOMERS ARE OUT. — HIGHWAYMEN ARE ACTIVE.— VARIOUS NOTES. The most noticeable feature ol the present condition of the flower trade is the widespread discrimination in favor of the medium grades of roses as com- pared with the fancy selected stock. The large proportion of the latter on the market and the light demand therefor would seem to indicate that the rose growers are actually getting "ahead of the game" and that the cultural abilities of the commercial growers are outstrip- ping the intelligent appreciation of the common people. The demand in the aggregate is good and doubtless more money is being exchanged for flower pro- duct than ever before under correspond- ing circumstances, but, whether in local or out-of-town trade, it is very marked— this disproportionate demand for medium grade roses, and the curbstone peddlers go even further and display an insatiate appetite for the lowest grade goods, notably Meteor and Liberty, the color of which seems to be a winning card in the present frame of mind of the buyers. Carnations enjoy a normal demand and violets, although in imminent danger of annihilation by warm weather, are ttlll doing nicely. In bulbous material lily of the valley is the only item holding its own. Spring is coming on apace and with the earliest season for many years on their hands the nurserymen and seeds- men are making an unprecedented hustle. The parks and boulevards are beginning tgos. The American Florist. 613 to look very attractive already, lor- sythias, magnolias and Prnnus tomen- tosa being in full flower, and Pruniia pendata, Pyrus faponica and other early subjects are ready to burst into bloom. Mr. Pettigrew has made some very extensive plantations of English and American beeches, oaks and cedars. The general idea of the park planting is to have the borders pretty thickly wooded, leaving the meadows entirely open. For fringing the woodlands many comuses, red buds and sassafras have been used. Where oaks, beeches or other permanent trees have been planted they have been thickly interspersed with birches, etc., as "nurse trees." The public garden is ablaze with numerous gay beds of tulips, hyacinths, daffodils, daisies, pansies, etc., and the w^alks are crowded daily with admiring throngs. There appears to be an epidemic of rob- beries and assaults here at present. On Monday evening Joseph Gleason, of the Schlegel & Fottler Co., was sandbagged and badly hurt in front of the Northern Union Station. On Friday of last week Lawrence Cotter was "touched" for $132, and it is reported that Bert. Pierce, of Waverley, was also a recent victim. W. E. Doyle will do business, during the summer, only at his Boylston street store. The building on Tremont street in which he has been located for many years is to be torn down. In the fall he will open a fine establishment at the comer of Beacon street and Tremont place. G. C. Eldering, of W. J. Eldering&Son, formerly Eldering Bros., is in town inter- viewing the dealers on the subject of Dutch bulbs and incidentally making friends for the new firm by his suave manner. Lawrence Cotter has resigned his posi- tion at the Whitton place and will give his attention hereafter exclusively to the Galvin Greenhouses which he leased some months ago. W. A. Prosser rtjoices in the acquisi- tion of a son and heir. William, Jr., arrived April 17. John H. Cox has taken a position with Aitken & Co., at Springfield, Mass. Visitors: C. H. Jooaten, New York; Walter Mott, Jamestown, N. Y. Philadelphia. CUT FLOWER STOCK ABOUT AT THE AVER- AGE FOR THE SEASON. — HEAT INCREASES CUT AT EXPENSE OF QUALITY.— PRICES DROP A NOTCH.— GREEN GOODS FROM THE SOUTH. — TRADE STIMULATED BY SPRING WEDDINGS. — BULBS IN CITY PARKS.- PALM GROWERS BUSY. The stock of cut flowers now coming in is about the average of that generally seen at this season. Beauties are in full supply; in fact, there are more than the market will take handily and $3 per dozen is now the price of the specials, but anything like a quantity can be bought for much less. Bridesmaids and Brides range from $8 to $10 per hundred, but to get the better price the stock must be first class. Kaiserins are looking up and some very nice flowers have been seen the past week. Carnations are still fine, although the light pinks show the efiects of the strong sun and are commencing to bleach out a trifle. Prices hold well; $2.50 to $4 is the price for good stock. LawBon is now exceptionally fine, better than it has been all winter. Violets are almost over. What are coming in now are very sweet; 50 cents to 75 cents is the price. Valley is in good demand at from $3 to $4. A. Pennock, of Lans- downe, has a brand that is hard to beat. It stands stiff and erect until it is done for, while that of so many growers soon gets soft and wilts badly if exposed to a draft or in a warm room. Hartley, of Chestnut Hill, hai some nice snapdragon which adds variety and sells well at 50 cent! per dozen sprays. Business still keeps up, there being a good many wed- dings. The past few days have been unusually warm, the glass registering above 60° all night and getting well up above 80° through the day. This is a record-breaker for April in this locality. Some good Asparagus plumosus is now, shipped here from the south; in fact, from ae far down as Florida. So we are told by S. S. Pennock, who handles it. We see no reason why this business will not increase, and if It does it will settle the question of the green goods supply, as going over a lOOfoot house, picking one spray at a time, is not to be compared to a man with a sickle in a three-acre field. Smilai has been very scarce lately. Would not this grow outside as well? The present price is 20 cents to 25 cents for short strings. The public city squares have been resplendent the past week with their dis- plays of hyacinths and tulips. The blooms are certainly fine and attract great attention. H. F. Michell has sup- plied the bulbs the past few seasons and they are certainly a credit. Thete has been quite a movement in palms the past two weeks, all the large growers having shipped a great deal of stock. In some cases this has gone to fill up the spaces in the houses made by the sales of Easter stock. K. Cleveland. TRADE HOLDS UP IN SPITE OF COMPETI- TION OF CHEAP SALES. — FAKIRS MAY PROVE AN EDUCATOR.— STOCK GOOD BUT CARNATION CUT FALLING DOWN. — MUCH STOCK GOING INTO THE FIELDS.— SEEDS- MEN VERY BUSY. — NOTES. Business still maintains its old-time swing and everything is moving along nicely. While the demand is steady, a great many flowers, principally roses and carnations, and good ones, too, find their way into the street fakirs' hands. Yet, for all the grumbling one hears, no appre- ciable harm is done by these gentry, even if they do sell good roses six for a quar- ter. In fact, the writer is inclined to believe they are educators, like Wana- maker, of Philadelphia. When Wana- maker started to sell flowers a great howl went up from the Philadelphia store men. Wild claims were made that their business would be ruined, prices would be cut so it would be impossible to meet the ruinous competition. But, lo and behold, the Philadelpbians are selling more plants and cut flowers now than they ever did and getting just as good prices, if not better. It is just the same way in Cleveland. The more the street fakir sells the greater the demand in the stores. The people are becoming more and more educated to the love of flowers, and when they cannot get them on the streets they invariably patronize the stores. So, taking it all in all, the street fakir in time may prove a blessing in disguise. The quality of the stock coming into market is all that can be desired. Carnations are becoming a little scarce, owing, I suppose, to a good many florists making room for spring stock. Single violets are about over and the double ones coming in from other states are losing size and color. Out- door bulbous stock is becoming plentiful. Large quantities of single Von Sion and Golden Spar are coming in. Tulips will be with us in a few days. Carnation planting is under full swing now and if one may judge from the quan- tities being planted a large increase in the cut flower production may be looked for next season. The fine weather has itarted the building bee buzzing, and when one florist happens to meet another the first question is, "How many gera- niums will you have for Decoration day?" and the next one, "How many feet of glass are you going to put up this year?" And so it goes, from 3'ear to year, with the end not yet in sight. The seedsmen all report a great rush in the seed line. Nothing like it was ever known in Cleveland. Mr. Brinker, in his remarks before the Florists' Club recently, said some lines of seed were sold out entirely over a month ago. He claims it is all due to the prosperous condition of the people throughout the country and that farmers and truckers are making preparations for a record breaking season of prosperity. A most unique floral design was exe- cuted by one of our leading concerns this week. To the designer and the party ordering it, it proved a gratifying suc- cess, but to the uninitiated it was a mystery. It was a section of water pipe. Echo. St. Louis. TRADE shows LITTLE CHANGE. — STOCK PLENTIFUL AND PRICES VARIABLE. — BEAUTIES BRING GOOD FIGURE. — FINE SWEET PEAS.— BNGLEMANN BOTANICAL CLUB CONDUCTING A SEED DISTRIBUTION. — PRIZES FOR YOUNG GARDENERS. The market is very much the same as last week, except that stock is a little more plentiful. The prices vary some, roses running from $8 for the best down to $1, or even less when sold in large quantities. Some very fine American Beauties are coming in and bring as high as $3 to $4 per dozen, but considerable short stock is also to be had at a low figure. Pink carnations are more plen- tiful than other colors and there is just about enough white to supply the mar- ket. Violets are beginning to get shabby and will not last much longer. As roses and carnations are so cheap there is prac- tically no call for bulbous stock. Some very fine sweet peas are being sent in now by H. Ude, for which as high as $1 to $1 50 per hundred is received. Sweet peas are running very irregular in quality. The seed distribution that the Engel- mann Botanical Club has started is becoming quite an important adjunct towards beautifying the city. There has been sold to the school children some 30,000 packets of flower seed up to date and as many more are expected to be sold before May 15. The club has pre- pared an envelope with the names of sixteen difierent kinds of flowers that are easily grown and they ask 1 cent for this envelope and 2 cents a package for the seed. On the back of the envelopes are inttructions for planting a garden. The club expects to sell about 100,000 packets this year before the season closes. A number of diplomas will be given in the fall to the children who have kept their gardens the best and are to be signed by the mayor and Dr. Wm. Trelease, the honorary president of the club. Mrs. H. G. Beming ii back at her desk again and is looking considerably better than she has for some time. R. J. M. 514 The American Florist. April 26, f i!iili /AlSSiiilDliMi IFiL@i@(!@ir Seventeenth Year. Subscription, $1.00 a year. To Europe, 12.00. Subscriptions accepted only from those in the trade. Advertisements on aU except cover pages, 10 Cents a Line, Agate; $1.00 per inch. Cash with Order. No Special Position Guaranteed. Discounts are allowed, only on consecutive inter- tioni, as follows — 6 times, 5 per cent; 13 times 10 per cent; 26 times, 20 per cent; 52 times, 30 per cent. cover space sold only on yearly contract at 11.00 per inch, net, in the case of the two front pages, regular discounts ap- plying only to the back pages. The Advertising Department of the American Florist is for Florists, Seedsmen and Nurserymen and dealers in wares pertaining to those lines ont^. Orders for less than one-hall inch space not accepted. Advertisements must reach us by Wednesday to secure insertion in the issue for the following Saturday. Address AMERICAN FLORIST CO., Chle«BO. We are in receipt of a box of excellent arbotus ( Epigaea repens) from C. W. Sib- ley, Athol, Mass. The hail losses have not been heavy thus far this season, but last year the Hail Association met its heaviest claims in June. Some pansy blooms received from I. E. Cobum, Everett, Mass., are of high qnality, shovring great variety of color- ing. The Belgian window glass blowers are on strike, home production is not ahead of the demand, there are small reserve stocks and turther advances in prices are assured. The Best Out. Ed, Am. Florist;— Your style of set- ting up advs. is the beat out. Thanks for your attention. H. H. Bbrger cS: Co. New York. Another Double Lily. Ed. Am. Florist:— I noticed in the last issue of your paper a picture of a double longiBorum. We have the same thing at present on our place. It is a perfectly double flower, almost as large again as the ordinary bell. One can expect almost anything from the "Japs" this season. Isaac Kennedy. A Correctioa. Ed. Am. Florist:— I see that in print- ing my pajier in a recent issue you have given it the title "Practices of Nurierv- men." This conveys an impression which I did not intend. The title as I had it was "Various Fraudulent Practices I Have Encountered in the Nursery Trade." H. J. KOEHLER. Large Pipes for Steam. Ed. Am. Florist:— We are planning the erection of a three-quarter-span house, 17x140. east and west. We have on hand a lot of 3-inch pipe. Could it be used for steam, using one flow overhead, as necessitated by the fall, with the returns under the benchei? If it can be used, how many pipes will be needed? V-. OC A, Large pipe is less economical than the smaller sizes, but this might be more than counterbalanced by the saving in the coat of the piping. In addition to the flow pipe, two or three returns should be used, according to the temper- ature deiired. L. R. Taft. Size of Flow Pipe, Ed. Am. Florist: — How large a main flow pipe would be required to supply steam to a range of 30,000 square feet of glass, the boilers being 400 feet from the greenhouses and carrying five and ten poundi pressure respectively? A tem- perature of BO is required in zero weather. R. Ifusedatthe pressure named a 6inch main would be needed, but if the boilers are safe to carry forty or fifty pounds pressure a 4 inch main would answer. After reaching the houies the steam pres- sure could be reduced to from one to five pounds according to the weather. L. R. Taft. I Greenhotise Building. So. Sudbury, Mass. — H. H. Rogers, range of carnation houses. Baldwinsville, Mass.— W. P. Lund, cucumber house 20x130. Red Bank, N. J.— I. H. Becker, range of vegetable houses. Concord, X. H — Boiton & Maine Rail- road, propagating house. Media, Pa.— Miss Phoebe Baker, house 22x140. Phillipston, Mass.— Chas. H. Stewart, house 50 feet long. Weymouth, Mass.— John Streiferd, one house. Montrose, Mass. — N. F. McCarthy, house 40x500. Doylestown, Pa. — John Andre, two houses. Benton Harbor, Mich— Eldred, Sykes Company, three houses 14x50. Jamestown, N. Y. — Lakeviesv Rose Gar- dens, six 330 foot houses; one 250foot house. Size of Boiler. Ed. Am. Florist: — What size of boiler, how long and how wide, will be required to heat a range of four cut flower houses 15x120 in Ontario. How many tubes should the boiler contain? Should they be 2-inch or 3 inch? B. B. The data furnished is not sufBcient to admit of very close figuring as even though the length and width of the houses is given they might vary fifteen to twenty per cent in the amount of glass they contain. There might be an even greater difference in the heat required according to the kind of crop to be grown. However, it is aot likely that any of the houses will require more than 600 square feet of radiation and on that basis it would be safe to select a thirty horse- power boiler. This should have a length of ten feet and a diameter of three and one-half feet, and would contain about forty 3-inch flues. L. R. Taft. Wants Convention in California. H. H. Lilienthal, state vice-president of the Society of American Florists for California announces an increase in the membership of the organization since January 1. The aggregate increase in California for that time ii over 300 per cent. He has addressed an official circular letter to the leading growers and dealers throughout the state advising united action and closer co-operation among all engaged in the production and sale of horticultural commodities. The circular calls attention to the necessity of co-operation among raisers of flowers, plants and bulbs and refers to the work accomplished by the Society of American Florists in its eighteen years of existence. Mr. Lilienthal seeks to Induce the national organization to hold its annual convention in his state with the view of "giving greater prominence to California's generous endowments as a prolific seed, vine, fruit, floral and horticultural region." Begonia Gloire de Lorraine. Ed. Am. Florist:— We have good suc- cess with most flowering plants, such as cyclamens, cinerarias, genistas, primulas and begonias, but Begonia Gloire de Lor- raine does not seem to thrive with me. It is shy with wood but is fairly well flowered. Could you give me a hint or two as to soil, temperature and propaga- tion, whether cuttings or divisions? Would the muck from a peat bog and fine charcoal be good for them? B. Begonia Gloire de Lorraine "does not seem to thrive" during Februarj' and March, and even during April, with most people. Daring these months it makes little growth but an abundance of flow- ers. No nice young growth can be obtained for propagating until May and June. At this season the plants begin to grow from the' bottom and these young tops root very readily in May and Juoe and, under proper conditions, grow rap- idly through June, July, August, September and October. A cutting struck in June if kept shifted as required during the sum- mer will be a fine, bushy plant in a G inch pot by the first of November, at which time the plants begin to set buds and become one mass of flowers by the end of November and continue in this abundnt bloom through the holidays and up until the first of March. We use ordinary rose soil for them, with the addition ot one- eighth well-rotted leaf mould. We shade them slightly during the hot weather and givethem an abundance of air during the summer months. During the winter we keep them in a night temperature of about 60". We do not think muck from a peat bog good material for them, but charcoal eitherused as drainage ormixed in the soil would be all right. Robert Craig. Blight In Geraniums. Ed Am. Florist: — In the latter part of last summer my geraniums in two large beds were attacked by a blight, double and single Gen. Grant the worst, and S. A. Nntt considerably, so I had a poor lot of cuttings last fall, but they recovered nicely in the house. Now 1 have about 250 in 4 inch pots, very thrifty looking, but the blight is showing again on a few plants, which I have sep- arated from the rest. As I need the stock badly I am alarmed and would be very glad indeed to learn of a remedy. The temperature is 50° at night, with 10° to 15 ' higher in the daytime. The gerani- ums are in a corner of a 100 foot bouse, with carnations on the same bench. Scott and Crane are fine but Meteor, Mrs. Lawson and Armazindy make a poorer show. Therels also a little patch of Campbell violets in the house, just 100 plants, from which I picked from Novem- ber to M-'rch 1, 5,300 flowers, and the crop promises to continue well into the spring. I have not much experience at violet growing but I think this Is doing pretty well. J. C. The alllicted geraniums are attacked with a fungus growth, Judging by the description given. Geraniums in widely separated sections of the country have been affected with this same disease. It is the opinion of those having had this igo2. The American Florist. 515 trouble that the only way to get rid of it is to destroy all plants Infected and use new stock. I would advise the use of Bordeaux mixture as a trial if it is deemed best to attempt to clean the aflected plants. Personally 1 have little faith in anything being done to rid the plants of the disease. We have had stock shipped to us diseased as mentioned above but we always destroy or return the same to the shippers. E G. Hill. [The foregoing answer applies also to the query and samples forwarded by "G. T. W."— Ed.] SITIATIONS. WANTS. fOR SALE. Advertisements under this head will bo inserted at the rate of ten cents a line (six words) each insertion. Cash must accompany order. Plant advs. not admitted under this head. Every paid subscriber to the American Florist for the year 1903 is entitled to a five-line wakt ADV. (situations only) Iree, to be used :it any time during the year. SITUATION WANTED— By thoroughly exper- ienced rose and rarnation grower, capable of taking charge. Married, good references. Address • F. Mills, Menlo Park, Cal. SITUATION "WANTED— Steady, by sober in- dustrious man, 11 years in America, grower of cut flowers, plants, etc. Address, with offer, Will, care American Florist. SITUATION WANTED— As foreman by thor- oughly practical florist. Good decorator, designer, etc. Grower of No. 1 roses, carnations and 'mums. First-class commercial or private position. Good wages expected. Address G. Foreman, care P. O., Canton, O. SITUATION WANTED— By a competent florist; grower oC first-class roses, carnations, 'mums, violets and general greenhouse plants; 25 years' experience. Want position as foreman. Can manage men with success. Best of references; strictly temperate; expect good wages. Addresj C H W, care American Florist. ANTED— Florist for general greenhouse work. Good wages. Address Frank Beu, 2780 N. 40th Ave., Chicago. W W' ANTED^Young man to learn greenhouse business or one with slight experiencp. Gaskill's Greenhouses, Warren, Ohio. WANTED— One rose grower, two helpers for rose section and two for general greenhouse ■work. J. F. WiLcos, Council Bluffs, Iowa. WANTED— Rose and carnation grower and one good designer and decorator. State exper- ience and wages. W. A. Duke, Danville, 111. WANTED— Experienced assistant gardener for all-around work. State wages wanted with board. J. Geist, 84 Grove street, Melrose, Mass. WANTED— Capable man lo take charge of 3000 feet general stock — or will sell right. No competition. State experience and wages wanted. W. J. Olds, Union City, Pa. WANTED AT ONCE— Capable man for general greenhouse work. Must be experienced; $20 mouth with board. Steady place. In Illinois. W T A, care American Florist. WANTED— At once an experienced all-around florist; German preferred; $30 per month with board. Mrs. Chas. Dtjntze, 1989 Madison Ave , Memphis, Tenn. WANTED— Competent man for store, Good decorator and designer. Send references and state wages. Address Central Qreenhotises, Sandusky, O. WANTED— A good florist to grow roses, car- nations, 'mums and general stock. $1U 00 per month; board and room. State age and refer- ences. C. HuMFELD, Clay Center, Kans, WANTED — First-class rose grower to take charge of section. Best references required as to ability, character and sobriety. State wages expected when writing. J. Henrt Bartram. Box 5, Lansdowne, Pa. WANTED— A first-class Beauty grower, mar- ried man preferred. Will pay good wages to right man. If salisfactory will give full charge of establishment. Jno. Muno, 51 Wabash Ave., Chicago. WANTED— Rose and carnation grower, to take charge of :iO.0OJ feet of glass , Must be well recommended. State wages warned with board and washing, also age. Address John L. Wyi-AifD, De Haven, Pa. WANTED— A good man for my retail store. Must br a good sale;.man and designer and of pleasing address. Referenr^es wanted; iu answiTing state experience and wages expected. Address E.J. Bolanz, Akron. O. WANTED— To lease for not less than 3 years, by a practical grower of 20 years' experi- ence, a place of from 5,0CO to 15.000 feet of glass in good condition. AVest of Denver preferred. Ad- dress H C, care American Florist. WANTED AT ONCE— A first-class rose, car- nation and violet grower. Dwelling close to greenhouses and gr od wages lo right man. Young married man preferred. Address, giving refer- ences, J. R. Freeman, 612 I3th St. N. W., Washington, D. C. WANTED— Competent store man to take charge of a first-class store. Must have the very best of references as to ability and qualiflcationfl. Address, stating salary expected, The Grant-\Vil80n Floral Co., 480 Prospect St., Cleveland, O. WANTED— Gardener to care for garden, lawn and greenhouse, cow and horse. Must be experienced and capable. Wages $30 per month with board and room. Address, giving nation- ality, age, experience and references. G. E. DiLET, Palestine, Texas. WANTED— Greenhouse assistant, some experi- ence with beduing; wages $20 per month with board and room. Must be steady and relia- ble. A good place for right man. Answer at once with full particulars. Address H. LoRiN George. Pittsburg, Pa. WANTED— We have a good chance for a thor- ough, first-class grower who wants to enter business for himself, to take charge of a new range of glass devoted to growing roses, carna- tions and palms for the retail store. This will bear close investigation. Address G W, care American Florist. WANTED— Florist to take charge of 10.000 feet glass. Mus^ understand roses, carnations and general greenhouse stock. State wages expected and give references. This will lead to further advancement, as new block of houses are soon to be erected. Party must be able to come at once. Address The Grant-Wilson Floral Co , 606 Jenniogs Ave., Cleveland, O. OR SALE — Good second-hand greenhouse material. L. A. Whebi^ock, Ovid, Mich. , F FOR SALE—Prosperous. up- to-date, growing florist business; established Vl years. Address for particulars, Mrs. S. N. Alkire, Greenview, 111. FOR SALE— 6,000 feet of glass well stocked, house, etc. All O. K. and in good order. Bargain; terms easy; other business. Address Box 53, Decatur, 111. FOR RENT— Greenhouses and 14 acres of land with good dwelling and good water supply, without extra expense for rent. Enquire of T. H. Wright A Co., Ft. Dodge, la. FOR SALE— Twenty miles from Boston, five acres level, fertile land, suitable for florist or market gardener. Five minutes from station. L. G. BissoNETTE. 1150 Columbus Ave., Boston. FOR SALE— At a bargain, greenhouses, 25,000 feet of glass, land and good dwelling house, barn, etc., in best of condition and well stocked; near Chicago; owner going into other business. Address H G, care American Florist. FOR SALE— A well established up-to-date flor- ist and garden business in a wide awake west- ern city. This will pay you to investigate, if you are looking up a business for profit. Full partic- ulars. Address T. L. Eagle, Pittsburg, Kan. FOR SALE— 25,000 feet of glass; established 15 years, 8 miles from city hall, Chicago, dwell- ing house, barn, wagons, tools, etc., all complete and at a bargain. Right man could make price asked in one year. Address Chicago, care American Florist. FOR SALE— Greenhouses in full operation, mostly carnations; 12,000 feet oT glabS. near station inside of Chicago limit. Good soil, plenty of young stock for planting out. Must be sold at once — very cheap, address E H, care American Florist, Chicago. FOR SALE — Florist's business. Well estab- lished and doing a good retail business. Lo- cated in one of Chicago's wealthiest suburbs; 25,01j0 feet of glass well stocked for spring sales. For full particulars and price address E, care American Florist, Chicago. FOR RENT— A prosperous retail and wholesale business; new houses complete; 15,000 feet of glass. 16x24; one acre of laud, and dwelling; rent $60 per month; opposite Woodmere Cemetery gates; one mile from Detroit, Mich. Address ANTON Kaier, Woodmere P. O., Mich. WANTED FOR SiLE OR RENT— 6O0O feet of glas^. hot water heat; own water works; sale for all you can grow. Quick buyer can double price asKed for stock in sixty days; terms easy'; no triflers. For particulars Address J. G. Reynolds A- Son. 261 W. PuUeney s"reet. Corning N. Y. FOR SALE— Greenhouse property, situated within four miles of Boston Cut Flower Mar- ket, 5 minutes to R. R. Station and within lOO feet of iwo lines of electric cars. The property consists of 310)0 sq. 3t. of land and contains one house 27x185 feet; and one house 17x185 feet, 16x2 J glass; both heated by a 35 H. P. steam boiler. Also one house 22x100 feet, heated by hot water. All ihe houses are well stocked with car- nalionsrferns, draca?nas and a large assortment of bedding planis. About all the stock sold at retail. For information, :ipp'y to Geo. A. Sutherland. 34 llawley St.. Boston. A RARE OPPORTINITV FOR THE RIGHT MAN. Greenhouse I'Stablishtnent doing prosperous local retail tind wholesale businecs in thickly set- tled, wealthy comm unity. Owner forced by ill health to retire from active worir, will sell or lease, or arrange for profit sharing with compf tpnt man- ager. Address W. J. STEWART, 79 Milk Street, Boston, Mass. A first-class store man. The advertiser wishes to open a first class store in one of our largest and ^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^ most progressive cities, and would like to correspond with a competent florist who would like to invest a corresponding amount of capital. This is a No. 1 chauce for the right man. Address, stating qualifications and the amount of capital you would be able to invest' F C, care American Florist. $300 Per Month. Do you want it? If so, buy me out NOW, at your own price. Good reasons. 15,000 feet. It costs you a postal card to have particulars. C. S. riTZSIMMONS, Lansing, IVIich. For Sale at a Bargain Greenhouses, 25,000 square feet of glass, all in good condition and paying well; within 20 miles of Chicago. Owner is going to retire from business. Address F S, care American Florist. GREENHOUSE FOR SALE. Built for Carnations in summer of 1900 of best of Cv press, benches lJ-4'-inch hemlock wel furn- ished with everything needed; is 2 0 feet long, 20 feet wide. Also fine 2-s^ory dwelling house and ell — 12 rooms heated wth Doc. water and hot air — fine bath room with hot and cold water. One of the best locati* ns in center of town. .Good stable, stone cellar with cement botfom. Address 5. W. P., P. O. Box 1 8, Billerica, Mass. Business including two new greenhouses, 5i)xaf) feet, well I stocked with all kinds of plants. Houses are built in the latest and most improved styles. Store fixtures including an elegant soda fountain aud all pertaining to it. Stock of paims and L-on'ectionery. chairs and tables for icd cream parlor. Right in the heart of the business portion of c'ty. Established 5 years. Am the only one in the business here— population 40,000. Reasons for selling, I want to go west to friends. Write for particulars. L. O'Sullivan. West Superior, Wis. ■^ If you want to get the want jS ^ you want to get, you want ^ jj to get your want ad into the ^ JAMERICANJ If L o R I stI w © Try it now. ^ Every advertisement represents J^ a genuine want. .^ It pays ilji to answer them. ^ ^ ^ FOR SALE t 516 The American Florist. April 26, LILY BULBS Rubrum. Auratum, Album, Giganteum, Single Tiger, Double Tiger, ciose rates. Gla(liolus"l900" NOVELTY. lVL^^°:i work and florists' window decorations. Spikes 15 inchea long, very strong grower, rich red color, three white spots on lower petal. Good substance lasting well after cutting. Successive plantings of this would secure fine window show the whole season. Per 100, $3.75. GLADIOLUS Mixtures Vaughan's Seed Store, ^S' assortment. ew York, cago. Wbol^ale power/arKjfe MtLWAirsxB, Apr. 24. RoBes, Beauty, long.perdoz. 3.00® 4.00 " " med. " 1.60® 2.00 " " «hort " .50® 1.00 " Liberty 6.00@10.00 " Bride, Bridesmaid 4.00® 6.00 " Meteor 4.00® 6.00 " Golden Gate 4.00® 6.00 •' perle 4.00® 6.00 Oatnationi, ordinary 1.0) " fancy S 00 Callas 8.00 Harrisii 10 "0 Lily of the valley 4.00 Daflodlla 3.00® 4 00 Tulips 2.00@ 3. CO Adiantum 76«8 1.00 BmUai 18.00@20 00 Asparagus 65.00 Common ferns .35 PiTTSBDBe, Apr. 24. Boies, Beauty, speoials SO.OC@30. 00 " " extras lFi.OO®18.00 " " No. 1 6.00@10.00 No. 2 3 00® 4.00 " Bride. Bridesmaid 3 00@10 00 Meteor 3.00® 6,00 Carnations 1 0J@ 3.0O Lily of the vaUey 2.00® 3.00 Violets 20® .75 Harrisii lilies 8 00@13.00 Pansies 50® .75 Daisies 50® 1.0) Tulips. 3.00® 4.00 Sweet Peas 50® 1.00 Smilai 15.00®18.00 Adiantum 75® 1.00 Asparagus 3).U0®40.00 CraomNATi, Apr. 24. Boses, Beauty 20.00®40.00 •■ Bride 3.00® 5.00 Bridesmaid 3.00® 5.00 Meteor 3.00® 6.00 " Perle 3.00® 4.00 Oarnationi 1.51® 3.00 Harrisii lilies 10.00(!«12.50 Lilv of the valley 3.0U® 4.00 Daffodils 3-00 Tulips 3.00® 5.00 Romans, Paper Whites 2.00® 3.00 Asparagus 60.00 Bmilai 16.C0 Adiantum cuneatum 1 .00 Common ferns .20 St. LoniB, Apr. 24. Roses, Beauty, short stem 5,00@12.50 • ■ " longstems 15.0«@35.00 Bride, Bridesmaid 3.00® H.OO " Meteor 3.00® 5.00 Golden Gate 4.00® 6.00 Carnations, ordinary 1.50® 2.00 " choice 2.50® 3.00 Sweet peas 25® 1.00 Harrisii 6 00® 10. 00 Callas 6.00®l0.00 Lily of the valley 3.00® 4.00 Romans 1 00(S> 2.00 Narcissi 3.6C(»i 3.00 Tulips 2.00(0)3.00 Jonquils 85('j; .75 Bmilai ^^'^-^ Asparagus Sprengerl 1.00® 1.50 " Plumoaus 1.00® 1.50 You will benefit the American Flo- rist by mentioning it every time you write an advertiser in these columns COMMISSIONS CARRIED OUT in LONDON or any part of Great Britain. Messrs. WILLS & SEGAR will attend to any commission from American florists for the supply of Cut Flowers, Birthday Flowers, Bouquets, High Class Floral Designs, etc., to their clients who may be traveling in England. U/ll I C 9. VCR AD CoTt Florists to His TllLLo 06 OLUAIli majesty. The King. ROYAL EXOTIC NURSEHY, Teleqbaiis, Onslow Crescent, South Kensington, Flobcclo, London. LONDON, ENGLAND. Frank M. Ellis, WHOLESALE ELORIST, 1316 Pine Street, ST. LOUIS, MO. CONSIGNMENTS SOLICITED. H.G.BERNING Wholesale florist 1322 Pine St., ST. LOUIS, MO. C. A. KUEHN. Wholesale Florist, nSZ PINE STREET. ^ ST. LOUIS, HO. I^A complete line of Wire Deslgiu. .Ltd WHOLESALE FLORISTS. -Pittsburg, Pa. E. H. Hunt, WHOLESALE Cut flowers THE "OLD RELIABLE," 76 Wabash Ave., CHICAGO. The Cincinnati Gut Flower Co., --S5Vt6. WHOLESALE FLORISTS. Consignments Solicited. St>«cial Attention Given to Shipping Orders Cut Flower Exchange, WU. DII.GER, Managrer, WHOLESALE COMMISSION. Full line of Florists* Supplies and Decoratlona. Special attention to shipping orders. 26 Miami Avenue. DETROIT, MICH. RICE BROTHERS WHOLESALE FLORISTS and FLORAL SUPPLIES. Receivers and Shippers of Fresh Cut Flowers. Special attention to shipping orders. A com- plete line of Florists' needs. Send for price list. Prompt returns ou all consifjnments. 128 N. sixth St. MINNEAPOLIS, MINN. Watch This Space FOR FITLRE BARGAINS. JOHIV Bi«or>, 349 West North Avenue, CHICAGO, ILL. Greenhouies. Niles Center, III. f^ AM ■ ■ M "^^ We have a steady demand for good Smilax and would like regular consignments. The F. R. WILLIAMS CO, WHOLESALE FLORISTS. Telephone Connections. OryB>'VE5t,A.IVr>, OHIO. Per doz. Roses, Beauties, 3Ho4()inch stem $3.00 " 20 to 24 •• J2.00 to 2.60 12 to 15 '• 1. 00 to 1.50 " " short 50 to .75 Per 100. Brides, Maidj, Meteors, Gatc-8....$.'i.OO to J7.00 Goiden flutes, special, fancy 8.00 to lO.CO Roses, our selection 3.00 Carnations, <>xtr4 fancy 2.00 to 3.50 fancy, good average.. 1.50 Violets BOto l.OO MiKOonoltc 4.00to 6.00 Easter Lilies, select lO.CO to 12.60 seconds 6 00 to 8.00 Ciiilas 10.00 to 12.00 Tul .p8, double 4.00 sinele, all colors 3.00 DiilTorlils, double, extra fine 3 00 Lily of the Valley 3. CO to 4.00 Asparajj^us Per strinK, .50to .76 Sprays Per 100, 2.00 to 3.C0 Sprengerl " 3.00 to 6.00 Coiiiiiion Ferns I'er lUO'J 3 00 " Per 100 .30 Galax Leaves Per ICOO 1.03 to 1.50 Sniilax. extra heavy Per 100 16.09 to 18.00 Leiicothou Sprays " 1.00 Adiantum " 1.00 ►♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦« We are receiving a very fine line of ROSES AND CARNATIONS As well as ull oilier stock and are the only Arm ui rhicatjo carrying a stock of WILD SMILAX always on hand. J. B. Deamud, 51 WabBsh Ave, Chicago. WILD SMILAX PER CASE. No. 1, 15-lh3 %"..M No. 4, S6-lba »4..''>0 No. 2. 2l)-lbs .I.S.'i No. .^1. 40-lbs 6 25 No.3.25-lbs 376 No.8.50-lb« H.OO Prices 8ul),ii!ct to chann,- without notlcf . ►♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦»♦♦♦♦ igo2. The American Florist. 517 Give Us a Chance At your business, Wc are serving a great many cut flower buyers so satisfactorily that they send us all their business. But our facilities are so great that we can give equally good service to others. Why not try us? It's to your interest as well as ours. J'J'J-j^J'^J'J-^J-J- E.C.Amling The Largest, Best Equipped and Most Centrally Located Wholesale Cut Flower House in Chicago. 32-34-36 Randolph St. CHICAGO. PRICE LIST. BEAUTIES. 30-3a-inch stems, per doz.. $3.00 ai " " • 2.00 20 " ' ■' 1 50 16 " •' " 1,00 ]., .. .. ,. 75 6 to 8-in, " per 100 $4.00 5.00 Per iCO Brides $4 00 6.00 Maids 4.C0 6 00 Meteors 4 (.n 6.00 Gates 4.00 6 OJ Carnations I.2i 1.60 large and fancies 2 dO 3.00 Callas perdoz., 101 I.S-t Sweet Peas I.IO IfO Violets 1.00 Valley, select 4.00 Asparagus plomosus, per stg, .50 .75 '* Sprengeri 4.00 Perns per 1000, J2.S0; .25 Galax " 1.25; .15 Leucothoe sprays 1.00 Adiantum 1.00 1.50 Smilax perdoz., 1.60 2.00 Prices subject to change without notice L. D. PHONES CENTRAL 1999 AND 1977. J.H.BUDLONG Boses and Camatioiis A Specialty.. 37-39 Randolph Street, CHICAGO. WHOLESALE 6R0WER of CUT FLOWERS WEILAMD AND RISCM CHICAQO'S RELIABLE Wholesale Growers and Shippers ol CUT FLOWERS, 59 Wabash Ave., Chicago. BSKD FOB WKKKLT FBICE LIST. WHOLESALE FLORISTS Bent hey & Co. F. F. BENTHEY, Manager, Wholesale Commission Florists 3i-35 Randolph St., CHICAGO. I^FConslgnments solicited Bassett& Washburn 76 & 78 Wabash Ave., CHICAGO. Cut Flowers Wholesale Dealers and Growers of GREENHOUSES HINSDALE. ILL. Poehlmann Bros. Co. Wholesale Growers of nd DMiers ■a Cut Flowers All telegraph and telephone orders _ given prompt attention. 35"37 Gbbenhouses: Randolph Street. Morton Grove. 111. CHICAQO. ILL. A. L. Randall, WHOLESALE riORiST. 4 Washington Street, CHICAGO Send for weekly price list and social quotations on 1000 lots. When writing to any of the adver- tisers on this page please mention the American Florist Wbolf^ale power/\arKjfe Chicaso, Apr. 25. Roiei, Beauty, 30 to 36-moh itemi 3.00 24 " " 2.00 20 " " 1.50 " " 15 " " 1.00 " " 12 " " .75 6to8 " " per 100 4.00® 5.00 Bride, Bridesmaid 3.00@ 6.00 " Meteor 3.00® 6.00 " Perle 3.00® 6.00 " GoldenQate 3.00® 6.00 Carnations 1.00® 3.00 Violets 60® 1.00 Lily of the yalley 3.00® 4.00 Harrisii 8.00@12.00 Callas, perdoz 1.00@1.25 Tulips 2.00® 4.00 Daffodils 2.00(st 3.00 Adiantum 1.00® 1.60 Common f erni per 1,000 12 60 . 25 Qalax leaves, per 1000 tl.OO .15 Smilax per dozen 1.50® 2.00 CARNATION CUTTINGS AND BLOOMS. J. D. THOMPSON CARNATION CO. JOLIET. ILLINOIS. 1409-1411 W. Madison St., CHICAGO. LILYoftlie VALLEY Only The Bast. Cut and Pips. OHOIOBJ LILY of the VALLEY in large quantities, the finest tliat is grown, $4 and $5 per JOO. JOHN WOLF, SAVANNAH, OA. Piease mention the American Florist when writing. WIETOR BROS. •""■• ., Cut Flowers Growers ( All telegraph and telephone orders given prompt attention. 5J "Watash Avenue, CHICAGO. FRANK CARLAND, '"■S:..,Cut Flowers SPECIAL ATTENTION TTTT-TglVr *& GIVEN TO HARDY CUT •*-' -.-V-^-^-i-*- 1^ SS-S7 WABASH AVENUE, Telephone Central 3284. OXIIO.^00. Please mention the American Florist when -writinz. GEO. REINBERe. **sst« Cut Flowers Choice Amertcan Bcautlej. We will take care of your orders at reasonable prices. Prompt attention. B1 Wabash Ave., CHICAGO, ILL. PETER REINBERG, Grower and Wholesaler of Cat Flowers. eOO.OOO PKET OP QLA88. Readauartara for American Beauty. 51 Wabash Ave., CHICA60, ILL JOHN MUNO, Wholesale Grower and Shipper of Koom 221, 51 Wabash Ave., CHICAGO. Telkphonh Central 3598. All telegraph, a&tf telephone orders given prompt attention. Rouquet Green FRESH PICKED, JUST RECEIVED, Vaugiian's Seed Store, Ifn^c^'eo: /IIIICI Itail ^^t j^y3 ^„d everyday I lOl ISIS S"°'^^y^ '^°<^ b°i'<^y^> A «l o ^^ °^^'^ ^^^ country, 'V 'V flllo At home and abroad. Cut Flowers 518 The American Florist. April 26, SAMUEL S. PENNOCK, Wholesale Florist, 1612-18 LUPLOW ST., PHIUBELPHIA. P>. GEO. A. SUTHERLAND, t« 34 Hawley St., BOSTON. Telephone 1370 Main. BEST BOSTON FLOWERS. AU SuppUes. An entire floor Devoted to Stock and Manu- facturing. Distributing Agent for United States for the wonderful SPECIALTIES THIS WEEK: Special American Beauty, Lily of the Valley, Violets, Liberties. LETTER, unequalled for design work. Script, any color, 3V4c a letter. Block letters, XVx. each. The most elaborate design work to order in a few minutes. General Askntb: H. BAYERSDORFER & CO.. Philadelphia. REED & KELLER. New York City. CITY HALL GUT FLOWER MARKET WELCH BROS.. Props. g CHAPMAN PLACE. 15 PROVINCE STREET. Boston, Mass. The best market for Growers who can ship good Cot Flower stock. J. K. ALLEN, 106 West 28th Street, uriii ynay niTV Telephone 167 Madison Sq. HtlY lUnhljIlIi N. F. McCarthy & go. 84 Hawley St., BOSTON, ARE RECEIVING ELEGANT ROSES- ALL VARIETIES. DON'T YOU WANTSOME? Tel. 734 and 64 MbId. Geo. M. Moss, WHOLESALE FLORIST, 32 South 17th Street, PHILADELPHIA, PA. Long Distance 'Phone 1-41-26 D. Consignments of Roses, Carnations, Violets solicited. N.Y. GUT FLOWER EXCHANGE Coogan BIdg, 6th Ave. and W. 26th St., NewYorl<. Open lor Cnt Flower Sales at 6 o'clock Every Morning DEBIRABLE WALL SPACE TO RENT FOR ADVERTISING. JOHN DONALDSON, Secretary. Wbol^ale power/arK^ Boston, Apr. 23, Boiei, Beauty, extra 20. " " medium 6. " " cuUa 2, " Bride, Bridesmaid, Meteor. 1, " extra 5. Sweot Peas Oarnatious 1 ■ " fancy 2 Lily ol the valley 2. Violets Lilies ^ Narcissus 1. Tulips 1 Callas 6 Adlantum Asparagus Smilax 12 00@30, 00@15, 00® 4. 00@ 4 00@10, 1 CO® 2 ,50© 3 00® 3, 30® 00@ 8 DO® 2 00® 2 00® 8 1 50, Phtladklphia, Apr. 23. Roses, Tea 6. " extra 10. *' Beauty, extra 20. firsts 10. " Queen of Edgely, extra " *■ " firsts.... Carnations 2 Lily of the valley 4. Asparagus 25. Bmilax 15. BniTALO, Apr. 24. Roses, Beauty 7. " Bride, Bridesmaid, Meteor 6. Carnations 1 . Violets ". Lily of the valley 3. Smilax 16. Adlantum 1 . 00@10. 00@15. 00@30. 00@15. 40. 25. DO® 3, 00® 5. 00@50, 00@20. 00@35. 00®12. 60® 5. 60® 1. 00® 4. 00@20. 00® 1. Give Us a Trial. We Can Please You Roses, Carnations and all kinds of Seasonable Flowers In stock. WM. F. KASTING, Wholesale Com- mission Florist, 481 Washington St., Buffalo. N. Y. Dealer in Florists' Supplies and Wire Designs. Open Day end NiRht. SNIPPING LIBELS :°! ••••Cut Flowers Printed tn two colors on gummed {>aper; your card, eto., in black and e&f adopted by the S. A. F. in red. Very attractive. Price per 500.12.85; per 1000, (4.5a Send tor samples ■uciRo or ran t£AF, postpaid, si.25. American Florist Co., CHICAOO. MARKETING lor Towers is a pleasure if done at the Headquarters of the NEW YORK GUT FLOWER GO. Here is the clioicest stock of the most eminent growers, fresh every morning and in full variety. Goods selected and shipped to any part of the country. Always room for growers looking forao outlet for good cut lIo\\er stook. DAILY REPORTS. WEEKLY PAYMENTS. SAL CSnOOMS / 55 A 57 West 26th St., MLC5HU0IVli|||E^ YORK CITY. ''^i'^^SXon Sq. J. A. MILLANG, 2034 Madison Sq. MANAeEB. EUGENE BERNHEIMER Wholesale Florist, Phone 14269 A, 1604 Lndlow St., Philadelphia. CONSIGNMENTS OF ROSES SOLICITED. AMERICAN nORIST ADS ALWAYS DO BISINESS Week days and every day, Sundays and holidays, AU OVER THE COUNTRY^ AT HOME AND ABROAD. BEAUTIES j Leo. Niessen, N. W. Gor. Filbert and I3tli sts., Philadelpliia. igo2. The American Florist. 519 Note the Smile ot Satistaction U/hon ^^^ consignor reads his returns rrnm llllull the buyer opens a box of flowers rlUIII inUil I DAViinD WHOLESALE COMMIS- WUnil !■ nATHUlii SION FLORIST. 49 W. 28tliSt.,NEWY0RK. Telephone 1998 Madison Square YOUNG & NUGENT WHOLESALE FLORISTS |?Ew"YORKf' '"*' Are shipping the finest Roses, Carnations, Valley, Orchids, Novelties, in the New York Market. ^ p^^ ust to Applicants. TELEPHONE 2066 MADISON SQUARE. Walter f. Sheridan, Wholesale Florist, Telepbone 902 Madison Sqaate. 39 West 28th St., NEW TOBK. Telephone Noa. 2239 and 2034 Madiaon Square. MOORE, HENTZ & NASH Wholesale Commission Florists, 65 and S7 West 26lh St., NEW YORK CITY. Adjoining New York Cut Flower Co. salesroom. Finest Salesroom in the Trade. Inspection Invited. AU business, selling or shipping, strictly commission. i u/uni tu\ c "'LLIAM GHORMLEY, pnuuieomu « ■WflULCuHLC KECEIVER AND SHIPPER OF FRESH CtT aOWERS. DAILY STOCK OF ALL IjlJIfllffI I UU I Ull 13 ■■ llWkkWnkla THE CHOICEST VARIETIES FROM BEST GROWERS WHO SHIP TO NEW YORK. WIIIIII I WW I W II ORCHIDS, ROSES, CARNATIONS, VALLEY. Largest receiver of VIOLETS in America Talaphono 2200 Madison Square, 67 WEST 28th STREET, NEW YORK CITY. JOHN YOUNG Special American Beauties, Surpassing Carnations, Violets, Lliy of the Valley, Orchids, and all Seasonable Flowers. 61 Weat astli St., NEW YORK. Tel. 1906 Madison Sq. THE KECOCNIZED HEADQUARTERS IN NEW YORK CITY FOR Violets and Carnations SROWERS and BUYERS make a note o{ this. It will be to your advantage. WM. H. GUNTHER. 30 West 29tb. St., New York. Telephone 551 Madison Square. FRANK MILLANG. CUT FLOWERS, WHOLESALE COiMiHISSION, 408 E. 34th Street, Cut Flower Exchange. NEW YORK. Telephone 299 Hadlson Square. ■STABLI8HED 1872, JOHN J. PERKINS, COMMISSION FLORIST, Solicit* Contlgnments or Shipping Orders. Satisfaction given In both. Write lor Terms. 115 West 30lh St., New York, POPULAR WITH THE TRADE. Therefore a profitable place to send your Flowers. M. a. HART'S, 48 West 30th St., New York City. Telephone 325 Madison Square. Choice Carnations. Selected Roses. Traendly & Schenck NEW YORK CITY, 38 W. 28th Street, Cut Flower Exchange. New Telephone No. 798 & 799 Madison Sq. Wbol^ale [lower/\arH?fe Nbw Youk, Apr. 23. Roses, Beauty, seleot 15.00@25.00 " " medium 5.00@10.00 " " culls 1.00® 3.00 " Hride, Bridesmaid 3.00® 8.00 " Jacq. and Brunner 3.00@ 8.00 " Iviberty 3.00®10.00 " Meteor, Golden Gate S.OOfS S.OO All kinds, job lots 1.00® 2 00 Carnations 1.00® 3 00 Carnations, fancy 3.00® 6.00 Violets 25® 50 Lilv of the valley 3,00® 3.00 Daflodils Tulips 60® l.OO Hyacinths. ^ 1.00® 3.00 Callas, Lilies 3.00® 6.00 Sweet Peas 50® .75 Cattleyas 3).00@50.00 Mignonette 1.00® 3.00 Smilax 12.00®15.00 Adiantum 75@1.00 Asparagus 35.0a@60.00 " Snrengeri, perdoz. bun.. 2.00® 3.00 Lilac, per bunch 50® .75 GHAS. MILLANG, 50 W. 29tli St., -NEW YORK. FORD BROS. Receivers and Shippers of FRESH FLOWERS. Best Violets in New York market. Ill West 30th St.. NEW YORK. Telephone 157 Madison Square. Julius Lang Sa West aoth street. NEW YORK. RSPBESEKTB THE BEST GBOWEBB OT ROSES, CARNATIONS, VALLEY Telsfroite 280 Madison Squjsbi. ALEX. J. GUTTMAN, Wholesale Commission Florist, A full supply dally of the cholceat New York and New Jersey FLOWERS. a2 W. 29tn street, NEW YORK CITY. Telephone 17S8 Madison Square. fl. H, LflNGJflHR, Wholesale Commission Florist, BEST FliOWERS SHIPPED AT X.OWBST NEW YORK PRICES. 18 Boerum Place, Brooklyn, N. Y. Tblephonb 939 Main. ...GEO. M. KELLOGG... Urge,.Grower^oJf... Q^^ FloWCrS Give us an order and we will please you. Our Greenhouses at PLEASANT HILL, MO. Our Store. 906 Grand Ave.. KANSAS CITY, MO. ^^LONQ DISTANCE 'PHONE AT EITHER PLACE. Now in Season: FREESIAS, DAFFODILS, TULIPS LILAC. SWEET PEAS and ACACIA, EDW. c. horan; 47 WEST 28th ST.. .NEW YORK. Cyj FLOWERS AI WHOLESALE. Tel. 421 Madison Square, All Roses, Violets 520 The American Florist. April 26, The pEBD TsaEiB. AMERICAN SEED TRADE ASSOCIATION. J. E. NORTHBUP, Pres.; S. F. Leonard, Vice- Prei.; S. F. WnxABD, Wethersfleld, Conn., Soo'y and TreAS. Twentieth annual convention, Minneapolis, Minn., June 24-26, 1902. French bnlbs are still reported firm in price. Nebraska seed growers report their acreage well taken up. Onion sets are pretty well cleaned up and demand is very slow. H. W. BuCKBEE, of Rockford, 111., is now progressing favorably and able to be out on fine days. New York. — H. Weezenaar, represent- ing De Nijs Bros., Hillegom, Holland, sailed for home April 19. Arnold Ringier, of W. W. Barnard & Co., Chicago, is on the Pacific coast, in California and Washington. L. A. BuDLONG and Mrs. Bndlong, of Chicago, have returned from a two months' sojourn in Cuba and Florida. New York: — Chas. Loechner, with Snzuki & lida, sailed on the Kaiser Wilhelm April i:2 for a trip to England. Dry weather with high winds has damaged some of the onion set fields near Chicago. Seed is mostly in the ground. J. BoLGiANO & Son, Baltimore, Md., whose firm was for eighty-four years at 28 S. Calvert street, have removed to Light and Lombard streets. The change was caused by the necessity for larger quarters. The business was established in 1818 by SamuelAult & Sons, and was conducted under that name until 183S, when the present name was substituted. A Question of Policy. Ed. Am. Florist: — I wish to erect a range of six greenhouses, each 21x100, even span, running east and west, using 16x24 inch glass, for carnations and roses. For this purpose I can buy an acre of land for $400. There is also for sale a range of about 25,000 square feet of glass, built in patchwork fashion, which is to be had for $2,500, including a quite new eighty horse-power boiler, piping and a pump for watering, but only a little poor stock. Now, would it be advisable to buy the acre of. oiv^srr*:^!*. Florist and Seedsman, Ridgewood, New Jersey. Get Something New Fern Wreaths are finer and showier for store windows and verandas than the Fern Bills. To introduce them we ofler extra bar- gain. Each, 25c; Doz , Jt2 50; too, |18. Try Them. CYCASBEVOLUTA, !4 lb. to 2(1 lb. stems 100 llis.. .muo; case of MO lbs., $i: 10 lbs. .00. tl.OD; WeOHertoCLEAR FOR SEASON Greatly Reduced. Uoz. 100 lOOO BEGONIA, Single, separate colors.. $ .30 fi.OH tl7.00 Double " " .. ,50 4.00 35.00 CALADIUM, Fancy named, choice 1.25 9.0O 6LA0I0LI, Am. llyb. 60 per cent while and li^lit IB 1.00 May. Florists' favorite 25 1.75 Grotf't Hybrids 40 2.50 AMARYLLIS JOHNSONI 2 00 15.01 Vittata Hybrids, Gems 2.50 30.00 CANNAS, best named 30 2.00 Mixed 20 1.50 MONTBRETIAS, Finest grandinora ■t'Tts 16 .75 6.00 8.00 16.00 15.00 laoo NEW DAHLIA GERMANIA 6IANT. Finest silvery pink. Lar^e ilowers on loui; stiff stems; sold at 25 cents a do/.en through season in New York Markot. Certiflcato of merit at Madi- son S.li..ii' = 'WE ARE HEADQUARTERS FUR i ^ s \ Cut Flowers, Seeds, Bulbs and All Florists' Supplies. \ i Get our quotations on your wants before ordering elsewhere. ? I McKellar £ Winterson Co. ! i 45-47-49 WABASH AVE.. CHICAGO. \ Import Freight Agents Delaware, Lackawaana a Western Railroad Co. at New York, N. Y, ^PfBJKO^V. B>001V0al{Sl»A.TOH. F. B. VANDEGRIFT & CO., Publishers of Vandegrift's United States Tariff. Customs Brokers and Forwarders. Foreign Express, Export and Insurance Brokers. MFU/ \€\nU Oflice, 66 Beaver Street IlLn lUHR TolRDhone. 9-^8 Broad. A. B. C. Code Used Cable Address. Vanarift. CtMC kC.n Office, 316 Dearborn St. l>nil>AUU l-bonn Harrison 8«. Park Architects and Dealers will find whatever they want in the Holland Nurseries, DeBilt near (Itrecht SPECIALTIES ARE : Conifers. Evergreens, Hardy Shrubs, Lilacs > Ornamental Trees, Fruit Trees in different forms, Azaleas, Rhododendron Ponticum and Hybridum. Please send list of your wants and write for general catalogue. We will make you special offers. Write to GROENEWEGEN & ZOON, De Bllt, near Utrecht, Holland. SHADE TREES, Etc. pe.,„o,ooo Sugar Maple 8 to 9 ft., SIO Sugar Maple etc 7ft., 7 $60 Sugar Maple 4 to 5ft., 5 40 Sugar Maple '. 3 to 4ft., 3 25 White Uay Lily (P. Alba), crowns 5 Double Tiger Lily, strong bulbs 2.50 Single ' 2.00 18 vVtU packed and in cars. Casb with order. E. Y. TEAS, CENTEKVIL.L,E, IND. Large Flowering, leading kinds. stroDg 2-year plants from 4 inch pots in 12 sorts. 82.50 per doz.; $20.00 per lOO. 25 it 100 rale. Choice Hardy Monthly ROSES in twelve (12) kinda, $1.5u per doz., iIO.uO per 100. ADIANTUM, (Maiden Hair Ferns), strong clumps, *f>.ou per luo; 75c per doz. F.A.Baller,Bloomingfon«lll. CLEMATIS RHOnODEBRONS.... CAA Clumps of Rhododendron Maxi- J\3\3 nium. 6 to 8 ft. hiizh.at $-J5a do/.. Prices of smaller clumps and Kalmias on iipplication L. F. KINNEY, Kingston, R. I. RHODODENDRONS "MTN." Seedlings, $10.00 per 1000 Choice plants. .8 to 10 in., 75o per 10; $5.00 per 100 " 12 to 18-in., 11.50 per 10; 12.50 per 100 Speoial prices on large lots. Cash with tlrst order. Rhododendron Leaves for festoonings, 50c per 1000 AZALEAS, Yellow, Pink and Red or Flaming, sizes and prices same as Rhododendrons. J.N.PRITOHARD.EUK PARK.N.O. American Florist Ads AlwiiyB do busines, week days and every day, Sundays and holidays, all ovor the country, at home and abroad. WANTED! Acclimated Rhododendrono 3 to 5 feet in height. Quote price. BAILEY W. LEACH, 243 West 48th St., -- NEW YORK CITY. Per 100 Per 1000 Roses, Brides and Maids, 2-in $2.00 $18.00 GeraniuiuB, best var.. 3 and 4- in.. $3.50 to $7 Mme.Salleroi.2-iu 2.00 Dracaena Indlvlsa, 5-tn 10.00 Heliotrope. 2-in 2.10 18.00 Petunia, large dbl. Iloxvers, 2 in 2.00 18.00 Lobelia, O. P. C. and White Qem,2-iu. l.fiO Al\.'*8uni. 2-in 1.50 Salvia Honflre, 2-in 2.00 18.00 smilax, from Hats. 25c: by mail 30 Asters, best strains, strong transplanted .50 CASH OR c. o. n. McAllister & to., Baiavia, iii, B.W. DIRKEN, Oudanbosch, Holland. ORNAMENTAL AND FOREST TREES A SPECIALTY. Conifers, Evergreens, Hollies, Etc. J^ Ji ji Prices on Application. Please mention the American Florist when writing. jgo2. The American Florist. 523 NOTICE OF REMOVAL Open for Cut Flower Sales at 6 o'clock every morning. 1 J ON and after May 1st, 1902, THE NEW YORK CUT FLOWER EXCHANGE, located for many years at the 34th Street Long Island Ferry, will occupy new central and commodious quarters in the Coogan Building, corner of Sixth Ave. and West 26th Street. JOHN DONALDSON, Secretary. WE CARRY The Largest and most Complete Stock of DAHLIAS in the World lOnO RAUI lAQ Admiral Schley. Fureka. IgUZ UAnLIMO Gold standard. Black Bird, Pink Dandy. Leone, Profusion. Alba Superba, Gaillardia, Judah and Oiympia. AU aicrling American varieties. ^nth Pontlll'lf ^''^ll6*^'li<3ii of 1901 contains 14 ZUlll UdlllUIJ superb Dew Amuricaa Dahlias. Send for our up-to-date dahlia catalogue. Also scecial list of cut flower dahlias, before ordering elsewhere. W. P. Peacock, spe?iaiist. Atco, N. J. HEADQUARTERS FOR. Green Goods FANCY or CC^MO #1.«0 DAGGER rCmMO PER 1000 PRINCESS PINE, So perlb. GALAX, gieen or bronze, 75c per 1000. Laurel {estooning, 4c, 5c and 6c per yd. Green or Sphag- ~ " num Moss. Send for prices on large orders. CROWL PBRN CO., Telegraph Office New Salera, Mass. O. Mllllngton, Mass. CANNAS... DORMANT OR STARTED, STRONG TIBERS. Mme. Crozy, Black Prince. Marquandt, Crimson Bedder. etc., 12.60 per KO. Austria, Burbank, Chas. Henderson, ^IM per 100; $:8.00 per 1000. Green and red leaved mixture, $1.60 per lOO. HOLLYHOCKS, field- grown, Charters. Allegheny Strains, finest colors. $2.50 per 100. DAHLIAS, field- grown, separate colors, named, best for out flowers un?,?^''J?« *^o*^° '■'■f.^^'i^- SHELLROA I GREEN- HOUSE CO., Grange P. 0., Baltimore Co., Mo. Where you never get dis- appointed. We always have the stock on hand and of the best quality. FANCY and TlAlvn ct DAGGER x^eims, $1.50 per 1000. Discount on large orders. BRILLIANT BRONZE AND GREEN GALAX. 75c per 1000 in 5000 lot3. Satisfaction guaranteed. SELECTED SOUTHERN WILD SMILAX, t4 and 17 per case. Also LAUREL FESTOONING, good and full, 4c, 5c and 6c per yard. ^'"Orders by Mail, Telephone or Telegraph promptly attended to. HENRY M. ROBINSON & CO , 32-34-36 Cou't Sq.. BOSTON, MASS. Please ntentzon t/teyjmerican Flnrt'st when, •wnttnv GALAX B.Otize or green, 75c per ICOO, in 2 Oj lots or over; single ICO.i, $1.00. Fern, Fancy. $;.50 per ITOO: Fern, Dagger, $1.50 per ICOO. Leucoth(.e Sprays, bronze and green, assorted sizes, $1 per 100. Green sheet moss, $2.50 per bbl. bag. L. J. KRESHOVER. 110-112 W. 27th Street, NEW YORK CITY. Telephone call, 597 Madison Square. HARRY A. BUNVARD, Mgr. It will be to your advantage to ascertain the rates from Chicago to New York, New England and all eastern points applying over the Nickel Plate Road and its eastern connections. Three daily trains, on which there is no excess fare. One feature of service on that road is meals in dining cars, on American club plan. Pay for what you get, but in no event more than from 3Sc to |1.00. Folders, rates and all information cheerfully furnished by applying to John Y. Calahan, General Agent, 111 Adams St., Chicago, III. Depot, Filth Ave. and Harri- son St. 4 ...LOOK... Over this list of items and send us 50c or $1.00 for san.ples of what you may want. r Red, White, Fink. Siilmon, GERANIUMS'! I^)'' Rose. Felursonlaoa, C Mme. Sallerol. SMILAX. fine, S-lnch. SWEET AI^TSSirsi, Dwarf and Large. FEVERFEW. SALVIA. AGERATCM. VINCAS. ENGLISH IVr. FUCHSIAS. SALVIA. LANTANAS. UIBISCDS. MARGCEKIIES. MOONVINBS, etc. PETUNIAS KEOONTAS. FA>8IES. Etc.. Etc. Write. GEO. A. KUHL, Pekin, III. California Carnations. Our cuttings are rooted without flre heat and are strong, hardy and well rooted. They are so far superior in every way to cuttings rooted by fire heat that they should not be mentioned in the same connection. We guarantee safe arrival and satisfaction. Per lOO Per 1000 QUEEN LOUISE, white $4.00 $30.00 MERMAID, fine salmon pink 3.00 20.00 G. H. CRANE, scarlet 1.50 12.00 MRS. F. JOOST, fine pink. . . 1.00 8.00 Giant of California Pansy Plants, 50o"per 100; $2.50 per 1,000. Giant of California, transplanted plants, $5 per 1000—100 sent at 1000 rates, TERMS CASH WITH ORDER. THE LOOMIS FLORAL CO., LOOMIS, CALIFORNIA. Wild Smilax 50 POUND CASE, S3.00. 30 POUND CASE, S2.00. Now Crop DAGGER FERNS, ready May 1st, quality the best. Write for quotatious. R.A.LEE, Monroe, Als. Pteise mention the American Florist when writing. 524 The American Florist. April 26, Our pasTiMES, Announcements of coming contests or other •vents ot Interest to our bowling, shooting and oyolinB readers are solicited and will be given place in this column. Address aU correspondence for this department to Wm. J. Stewart, 79 Milk St., Boston, Mass.; Robt. KUt, 1725 Chestnut St., Philadelphia, Pa.; or to the American Florist Co., 324 Dearborn St., Chicago, 111. The Chicago florists team has bowled two matches of threegames with Anson's celebrated team, breaking even, and a third match is in prospect. At New York. Lawrence Halner ia the happy pos- sessor of a prize of $5 cash awarded to him for making the highest score in the Arlington tournament. Theodore Lang won $3 for second highest average. Fol- lowing are the scores made on the club alleys Monday evening, April 21: Player 1st 2d 3d 4th Traendly 141 15S 201 137 Bunyard 168 138 143 124 Lane 167 167 164 161 Hafner 145 174 158 165 Burns 131 139 158 154 Siebreoht 166 1.^9 135 130 Elliott 131 157 183 143 Smith 162 153 155 160 At Jamestown, N. Y. At the last weekly contest the carna- tion men overcame the lead of fifty pins held by the team of rose growers and took a place 102 pinsin front. Thescore follows: ROBARIANS. 1st 2d 3d Tl Coyne 17i 168 151 491 McCue 88 113 122 322 Brooks 14J 102 104 348 Vanderhof 104 127 132 363 Whitcomb 115 104 116 335 Bowjer 138 138 132 4t8 Totals 769 751 757 2267 Cabwationists. I9t 2d 31 T'l Scott 133 161 129 413 Doxev 1211 139 161 420 Lydon 137 133 167 427 Eidens 149 91 146 386 Kaser 108 109 129 316 Hennon 124 153 152 4i9 Totals "1 776 874 2421 A. S. At Philadelphia. Orange, N. J. BCROPEAN TOUHIST WRITES INTERBST- INGLY OF THINGS HORTICULTURAI.. — BXOBERANCB OF NATDRB CREDITED FOB DISPLAY. Letters received from J. B. Davis, who is now probably on the Atlantic return- ing from the "Celtic" cruise, indicate that Mr. Davis has been keeping his eyes open, horticulturally, and will have some interesting narratives to relate on his return. He says that of the flowers put on board the steamer when leaving New York the carnations Lawson and Marquis proved to be the best keepers. At Madiera in February he found hya- cinths, freezias, callas and amaryllises blooming in the open border and bou- gainvilleas, lantanas and camellias also in great abundance, with nasturtiums, vincas and oxalises growing as rank weeds everywhere. At none of the stops made at Mediterranean points did he see any evidences of skillful culture, the luxuriance of the flora being due wholly to the climate and the exuberance of growth, making one long for the land where good gardening prevails and a landscape that is not a tangle. At Liverpool Mr. Davis found the market filled with narcissi, a large pro- portion of which came from France. He noted at the Botanical Gardens at Wavetree Park a particularly fine dis- play of seedling hybrid amaryllises, 2,000 bulbs in bloom. He was particularly interested to see at Stratford on Avon, where some old buildings have been cleared away, in the design to preserve Shakespeare's birthplace, the space devoted to a Shakespeare flower garden, containing all the flowers mentioned in Shakespeare's plays. There is still a lively interest taken in the sport, the alleys being patronized by the regulars once or twice a week and the usual matinee crowd ot the veterans and associate members almost every afternoon. Some very good scores are made in the friendly contests that take place, for as soon as enough to form sides are present a match is started and, as good, careful bowling is required to win, these practice games help up the averages. Nothing has as yet been done toward selecting the team for the national contest, but the material is here for a very fair team and can soon be gotten together. We saw that fine picture of Capt. Lang; it does not flatter him one bit and his average of 165 shows that he is a worker as well. That $25 "defi," however, shows a little fullness about the chest, and as Philadelphia is to have a chance at it, we should like to see a contest arranged, as we have in mind at least two of the "B. F." variety that would stand a good chance of pocketing the coin. K- Batatia, N. Y.— Thomas McGuire, flo- rist for the western division of the New York Central, has over 60,000 plants ready to put out at the various stations in his territory. Rochester, N. Y.— J. B. Keller and the Salter Brothers called on Mayer Roden- beck, April 14, to urge that the street venders of flowers be no longer permitted to compete with tax payers who are engaged in the flower and plant business. TO MAKE ROOM I OFFER 150 Kentia Belmoreana, 2M-in $5.00 per 100 400 " " 3-in lOOOperlOO 200 " " 4-in., 3d size 15 00 per 100 100 Latania Borbonioa, 3-in 5.00 per ICO 100 Pandanus Ulilis, 2!4'-in 4.00 per 100 If, •• '■ 3-in S.OOperlOO 400 Selaginella Emmeliana, 2\4-\n 3.00 per 100 All healthy stock. Cash with order. JOSEPH E. BONSALL, SALEM. OHIO. FAXON'S 'WHITE HOUSE' PANSIES. The best mixture in cultivation, flowers very large, thick and velvety; of superb colors and markings. The perfection o£ form and texture. In Trade Packets at $1.00 each. M. B. FAXON, Lock Box 1528. BOSTON, MA88. Correspondenco solicited. S. S. SKIDELSKY, 708 N. 16th Street, PHILADELPniA, PA. CORRESPONDENCE SOLICITED. Boston Ferns Fine, strong, young plants, $3.00 per 100; $27.50 per 1000. Edwin Lonsdale, '^rsTnrHH.. Pa. The Chicago Market. Spring flowers have arrived and sup- plement an already ample supply of the staple articles. There is always a wel- come for the first flowers of spring, and they are in all the florists' windows, mak- ing trade-winning displays, for the lady who has worn violets all season is ready for a bunch of arbutus and, too, she likes the novelty of a bowl of lilacs on the dining table. While the spring flowers are popular, there is still a good call for the staples, Roses, Carnations and the other all- season items, with a particular call for funeral and wedding flowers. White car- nations are not always to be had on short notice, but people are getting out of the notion that nothing but white will da for a funeral. For grown people, they are using many colored flowers, and for middle aged to elderly folks they use strong colors, as for instance, the many American Beauty, Meteor and red carna- tion designs sent to President McKin- ley's funeral. There are plenty of roses and colored carnations, also tulips, jonquils, dafls, valley, violets, callas and Easter lilies. Prices are not high on any item, but stock is moving briskly. It is a time when buyers can handle good quantities to a profit, for they can get good stock in any line. In buying at Kennicott's it isn't neces- sary to consult the price list before order- ing, for this house always bills every- thing at prevailing market rates. That is the only way to do, and in fact it has come to be regarded as one of the secrets of Kennicott's influence in this market. There isn't any danger of an out-of-town buyer getting "roasted" on prices in this market, at least not more than once, for if any other house roasts him it only serves to teach him to stick close to Ken- nicott's, where he always gets billed just what the city retailer pays for the same grade of stock. Kennicott's do the biggest shipping business in the west, probably the biggest in the country. KENNICOTT BROS. CO. Wholesale Cotnmlttlon Florltti and Dealers in all Florltlt' Supplies. 42-44 Randolph St. CHICAGO. FLINT KENNICOTT. Pres. E. E. PIESER. Treti. G. H. PIESER. Sec^. R R. JAMPOLIS. Atlj. HON. ROSr. REDFIELD, Vice President. igo2. The American Florjst. 525 ROSES! ROSES! We are headquarters for Roses. Our sales this year of rose plants will be upwards of 3,000,000, an easy amount to say, but not so easy to handle, get ready lor sale and pack for ship- ment. We sell each year, more roses than any three firms in the world. Patrons who buy our roses, become permanent customers, for they grow and bloom. If you have never tried our stock, you had better begin now. Rnses from 2- Inch pots, your selection of varieties lor 50 ceits per dozen 25 at hundred rates, or 250 al thousand rates. Our selection of varieties, Augustine Hiilem America Aline Sis'ey Andre Schwartz Antoine N'erdier .\nna Ollivier Aerippina Arch Dulie Charles Beauty of Stapletord Bon Silene Baltinjore Belle BMrbou Job Bridesmaid Bougere Christine de None Crown Princess Victoria clothildeSoupert Catherine Mermet Cornelia Ccolc Crimson Rambler Celine Forestier Claire Carnot Caroline Marniesse Cloth of Gold Coquette de Lyon Comtesse Rizadu Pare Climbing Meteor Malmaison *' ^Vootton *' Bridesmaid " Marie Guillot " Paul Neyron Duchess de Brabant Duchess of Edinburgh Dr. Grill Devoniensis Douglas Enfant de Lyon Empress of China Empress Eugenie Francis Dubreuil General Tanas Golden Chain Gold of Ophir Gardenia Golden Gate Gruss an Teplitz Helene Henry M. Stanley Isabella Sprunt J. B. Varrone Jersey Beauty James Sprunt Jules Finger La Princess Vera La Sylphide Louis Phillipe Louis Richard Lamarque Mme. de Vatry Mme. Hoste Mme. Eli Lambert Mme. Welche Mme. H. Defresne Mme. J. Schwartz Mme. P. Kruger Mme. Lambard Mme. Margottin Mme. C. Kuster $2.50 per 100: and $22.50 per 1000. , $2.25 per 100, or $20 00 per 1000. Mme. de St. Joseph Monthly Cabbage Mary Washington Meteor Mosella Maid of Honor Malmaison Muriel Graham Mrs. Robert Garrett Mrs. Lovett Marquise de Vlvens Monsieur Furtado Media Marie Guillot Papa Gontier Pink Soupert Princess Sagau President Carnot Psyche Pink Rambler Queen's Scarlet Queen of the Prairie Rainbow You can select Russell's Cottage Reine Marie Heuriette Snowflake Safrano Sombreuil Striped La France South Orange Perfection Solfaterre Sanguinea Tennessee -Belle The Queen The Bride Triomphe de Pernet p^^re Viscountess Folkstone White Bon Silene White La France White Rambler Wichuraiana Yellow Rambler Zelia Pradel Antoine Rivoire Hermosa ROSES from 2 1-2-ineh pots 50 conts per dozen; $3.00 per 100; or $25.00 per 1000. Kaiserin A. Victoria Maman Coetiet Souv, de Mme. E. Couvin White Maman Cochet Mrs. Mawley Pierre Guillot Souv. de Wojtton La Fran.. e NEW ROSES from 2 1-2-Inch Pots. Doz. 100 Admiral Dewey % .60 $4.00 Bessie Brown 1.00 6.00 Climbing Soupert 75 5.00 Gladys Hark ness 75 600 HYBRID PERPETUAL ROSES Doz. 100 Helen Gould, new forcing rose $ .80 $1.00 Lady Mary Cory 60 4 00 Lady Clanmorris. 75 6.03 Meta 60 6.00 Doz. 100 Mme. E. Duranthon $.60 $1.00 Rosaman Graveaux 6 J 5 00 Wichuraiana, vanegat;d foliage .73 5.0 J Fine strong plants from 2 1-2-in. pots for 60c per Doz.; $3.00 per 100; $27.50 per 1000. Francois Levet Lady Helen Stewart Mme. Chas. Wood Perfection des Blanches General Jacqueminot Marchioness of Lome Mme. MaiSon, the best red Roger Lambeliu Qloir) de Ex po'n Brussels Mme. Alfred de Rougem't Hybrid Triomphe des Beaux Arts La Reine Magna Cbarta Paul Neyron GENERAL COLLECTION OF PLANTS. Order Now before evttylhlng it told. All plants from 2 1-2-inch pots, unlets otherwlie noted. All Fine Stock. Ball of Snow Coquette des A.lpes nuke or Edinburgh Dinsmore Per Aloysia Citriodora (Lemon Verbena).. Acjilypha Sanderi Asparagus Sprengeri, fine Asparagus Plumosus. extra fine Araucaria Escelsa, 4 tiers, 16 in. high, ...each 75e Arauoaria Excelsa, 5 tiers, 20 in. high, each $1.00 Azalea Mollis, 15 to 25 buds Ampelopsis Veitchl. 214-inch pots Ampelopsis Veitchi, field grown, 5 feet Abutilons, 10 best sorts .\.butilon Souv. de Bonne Ageratum, Princess Pauline and White Cap Alyssum, Giant flowered, double Achillea The Pearl Apios Tuberosa Anemone Whirlwind Anemone Queen Charlotte, new pink Amaryllis Formosissima Begonias, flowering. 10 sorts Bougainvillea Gigaiitea, new extra Bos, Ornamental, evergreen for borders Crotons Clematis, large flowering. 2-year Camellia Japonica, fine plants, 18 in. to 2 feet Calla Rlchardia, Spotted Calla Cyperus, Umbrella Plant Cyclamen Persicum Giganteum Cbleus, best sorts Caladium Esculentum, 3 inches in diameter Cannas, started, Austria AlphoDse Bouvier Alsace Burbank Chas. Henderson Florence Vaughan Italia Bronze Beauty Mile. Herat Paul Marquant Cuphea Llavse Tncolor Cooperia Drummondil Cactus, Queen of Night Cinnamon Vine Crinum, Milk and Wine Lily, fine bulbs Crinum, Milk and Wine Lily, extra large Drac^na Indivisa Daisies, Marguerite, white, yellow and blue Eulalia GraoUlima Ficus Elastica, 12 to 15 inches Ficus Elastica, 18 inches Ferns, Boston, fine plants ' " in lots of 5,000 or over. . . Pteris Tremula Pteris Wimsetti, flue for dishes Feverfew, Little Gem Doz. .30 .50 .53 .60 $9.00 2.50 .5U 1.00 .40 .40 .35 .30 .40 .30 .40 .=0 .75 .41 .FiO .3J .60 3.50 6.00 .40 .3J .50 .3) .ftO .30 .60 .41) .40 .40 .50 .30 .30 .50 .30 .40 .25 .40 .3) 1.50 2.51 .3J .40 .40 4.01) 6.00 .40 .50 .40 .30 Per 100 % 2.00 3.00 2.50 3 00 6).00 70 00 16.00 310 8.00 2.00 2.50 2.0D 1 50 2 50 2.00 20.0 3 00 6.00 2.50 2.50 2 CO 4.00 25.(10 45.00 3.0U 3 00 3 00 2.00 300 2.00 3.00 3.00 3.00 3.110 3.50 2.1 0 2.00 3.00 2.00 2.5') 1.5) 2.50 2.00 1000 15.U0 2.5) 3.00 2..50 25.03 30.00 2.50 4.00 3.00 2.0J Per 1000 $18 00 20.ro 25.00 18.00 2J.00 18.00 10.00 20.00 18 CO 26.00 20.00 20.00 15.00 21.C0 25.00 15.00 25 00 25 00 25.00 30.00 15.00 16.00 25.00 15.C0 20.00 25 CO 2251 20 OJ 15.00 Per Doz. Fuchsias, leading sorts $ .50 Geraniums, Apple Scented 50 Pelargoniums, or Lady Mary Washington, 13 best kinds l.flO Grevillea Robusta 30 Gladioli, best mixture Hibiscus. 10 best sorts 40 Peachblow £0 Heliotrope, 6 best sorts 4iJ Hydrangea Otaksa and Thomas Hogg 50 Impatiens Sultani 30 Honeysuckles 40 Jasmines, 6 best kinds 5U Lilies, hardy, best kinds ■ l.CO Lantanas, 10 best bloomers 40 Lantanan, weeping 25 Lemon Ponderosa, a grand plant, 2i4-inch pots.. 60 3-inch pots, 12 iDcQes tiigh l.Od 4-inch pots, strong 1.2^ 5-inch pots, strong, 20 inches high 1.50 8 -inch pots, extra strong, 2;^ to 3 feet high 6.00 Linum Trigynum 30 Madeira Vine Tubers 25 Mahernia or Honey Bells 30 Orange, Otaheite 50 Orange, Otaheite, strong plants 1.00 Oleanders. 2 sorts, pink and yellow .^0 Pieonias. b'^ftt assortment 1.50 Pinks. Hardy Scotch , best sorts '. 40 Primula For'besi, Baby Primrose 4il Privet. California, 2to2>4 feet 50 Plumbagos, Lad v Larpent, hardy blue 40 Capensis Alba, white 50 Palms, young plants for growing on, 2^-ln. pots Livist.)na Sinensis, dwarf Jap. palm 40 Phoenix Canariensis 40 Phoenix Reclinata 50 Seaforthia Elegans, 8 to lOinchea 6J Chamffirops Excelsa 40 Washingtonia Filifera 40 Latania Borbonica tO Rudbeckia Golden Glow 40 Russelias. two new sorts 40 Swainsona, pink and white 40 Smilax 30 Spiraea Anthony Waterer, 2^-inch 40 Spiraea Anthony Waterer, field grown 60 Salvias, all colors 40 Sanseviera Zeylanica 40 Stephanotis Floribunda 40 Trifoma, New Everblooming 75 Vinca Major Variega'a 40 Vinca Major Variegata. 3-inch, strong 1.00 Violets, double, best sorts 50 Hardy Russian 40 Per 100 Per 1000 $ 3.0) $25 OU 3 00 7.00 2.0) 1.25 3.0) 4.0) 2.00 300 2.50 3.00 30O 7.C0 2.5) l.&O 5.O11 6.00 8.00 12.00 30.00 2.00 1.60 2.00 ' 3.00 8 00 3.50 lOOO 3.00 2.'>n 3.50 2.00 3.00 2.50 2.00 3.00 4 00 2.f0 2 50 2.50 3.00 2.50 2.00 2.00 2 60 4.00 2.50 250 2 50 6.00 2. SO 6.50 3.00 2.60 65.00 I5.0J 10.00 25.110 350) 18.00 25.0) 2000 33.00 2001 13.00 40.00 25 00 20.00 20 00 20.00 20 CO 18 00 16.10 20.00 Si.OO 30.00 20 00 20.00 20 00 20.03 Our new trade list for April and May is now ready. Write for it. THE GOOD & REESE GO., SPRINGFIELD, 0. The Largest Rose Growers in tlie World- 52G The American Florist. ApriL 26, San Francisco. SOCIETIES DISAGREE ON THE MANAGEMENT OF THE MAY EXHIBITION. — HORTICULT- URISTS WITHDRAW AND PLAN SHOW OF THEIR OWN. — DEATH OF MRS. CLACK. — STATE OF TRADE. A serious disagreement has arisen between the California State Floral Soci- ety and the Pacific Coast Horticultural Society over the arrangements which are being made for the flower show May 22 to 24. The ladies of the State Floral Society claim that the men of the Horti- cultural Society are imbued with a com- mercial spirit, while the men declare that Mrs. John R. Martin of the Floral Soci- ety wants to run things. As a result the horticulturists have withdrawn their support from the exhibition, which will now be conducted entirely by the Floral Society, and at a recent meeting the Hor- ticultural Society decided to hold a show of its own August 15 and 16, at which date the city will be full of visitors because of the Knights of Pythias meet- ing. Almost every grower is a working member of the society, which practically assures the success of the exhibition. Business has slackened a little and the prices all around have come down some- what. Carnations are more plentiful than ever, spring crops coming in with everybody. Roses are also plentiful and well colored, but with the exception of Kaiserin, Mme. Testout and Pres. Car- not the buds are small. Sweet peas are coming in a little more plentifully but are still away up in price. Lilies are hard to sell and violets are no longer to be had. Sidney Clack has the sympathy of the community in the loss of his wife, who died April 14 at the age of 51 years. Mr. and Mrs. Clack were married in New York and six years later removed to Chi- cago, where they lived four or five years, going thence to Monterey, where Mr. Clack was head gardener at the Hotel Del Monte. For the past six or seven years he has been in business for himself at Menlo Park. . Golden Gate. Well Rooted and Healthy. Per 100 Per 1000 PROSPERITY, white overlaid with pink f6.00 $50 CO GOV. ROOSEVELT, crimson... 6.00 50.00 QUEEN LOUISE, white 4.00 40.00 BON HOMME RICHARD, white 4.00 30 CO IRENE, pink 4 00 30.00 TRIUMPH, pink 2.00 15 00 WHITE CLOUD, white 2.00 15.00 THOS. W. LAWSON, pink 4,00 35.00 MARQUIS, pink 2 50 20.00 G. H. CRANE, scarlet 2.00 15.00 AMERICA, scarlet 2.00 15.00 MRS. BRADT, variegated 2.50 20.00 GUARDIAN ANGEL 1.75 15.00 MICHAEL WINAHDY, DEVON AVE. AND PUIPIfin NORTH ROBEY. UnibnUUi BEGONiPaT 2X-lnch pots, $15.00 per 100. Write for prices on large lots. Stock guaranteed absolutely free from disease. THOMAS ROUND, Nahant, Mass. ! Alfred Aubert Baronne Herg*^ Bougere Catfaerine Mermet Chas. Legrady Chas. RovolU" Ciimbint:; Bridesmaid Climbing Meteor Coquette de Lyon Cornelia Cook David Pradel Douglas Duchess de Brabant Duchesse Marie SaWiati Bridesmaid Caroline Goodrich Climbing Perle Climbing Malmaison Crimson Rambler Augusta Compte Augustine Halem Antoine Weber Bertha Clavel Climbing Wootton S2.50 PER 100: Enchantress Gen. Tartas Gloire des Polyantha Helene Curabier H. M. Stanley Isabella Sprunt Jas. SpruDt Jeanne Driven Jos. Metral Jules Finger Lamarque Louis Richard Mme. Camille Mme. C. Kuster S2.75 PER 100; Mme. Eli** Lambert Mme. Husson Mme. Jos. Laperreire Mine. Hoste Mme, Welche S3. 00 PER 100; Edouard Littav© Helen Gould (Balduin) Johannes Wesselhoff Kaiserin Aug. Victoria, F. L. Segeis Crown Princess Victoria Marquise de Vivens Emilie Gouin Anna Alesieff Ball of Sqow Coquette des Blanches Mme. Margottin HYBRIDS, S3. 00 PER Coquette des Alpes Francois Levet Glory Lyonnaise We offer the following named varietioB of young Roses, from 2 1-2-inch pots, e«tra fine stoc«, all in perfect condi- tion. 25 at 100 rate. 2SO at lOOO rate. S20.00 PER 1000. Mme. Jos. Schwaller Mme. Jos. Schwartz Mme. Scipion Cochet Mme. Lambard Mme. C. Berthod Mme. Philemon Cochet Mme. Jeanne Convier Mignonette Mens. Furtado Mile. Fr. Kruger Maurice Bouvier Meteor Mosella Muriel Graham S22.50 PER 1000. Maman Coc^ii-t Marie Van Houtte Pernefs Triumph Pink Soupert President Cleveland $25.00 PER 1000. Mrs. Robert Peary Ophirie Papa Gontier Princess Venosa Rainbow Roine Marie Henrietta Sombreuil lOO; S2S.00 PER 1000. Gloire de Ex. Bruxelles Mme. Plantier Giant of Battles Perle des Blanches LordRu3eberry.LaReine Prince Camille de Rohan Perle d* Or Princess Marie Adelaide Princess de Sagan Psyche Rube us Souv. lie Victor Hugo Snfrano Snowllake Solfaterre Souv. de Fr. Gaulain Sylph \ ellow Rambler. The Bride The Queen Airgioia White Bon Silene Souv. de Jeanne Cabaud Soav. de la Malmaison Striped La France White La France White Marechal Niel S3.50 PER 100; $30.00 PER 1000— Clio. Capt. Christy, Magoa Charta. HARDY CLIMBERS. $2.50 per 100: $30.00 per 1000, Royal Cluster, Prairia Queen, Tennessee Belle, AVhite Rambler. Baltimore Belle. AMERICAN WONDER. Ponderosa Lemon, from 3W-in. pots, $3.50 per 100. HIBlSCUS.double and single, including Peachblow and variegated leaf Cooperi tricolor, $2.50 per 100: $20.00 per 1000. CANNAS. started plant'! in 2% and 3-in. pots: Austria, $3.00 per 100; Chas, Henderson, $3.C0 per 100: Italia, $4.00 per 1(0; Souv. de Asa Gray, $3.00 per 100. Same varieties from sand nicely started, 6 to 10 in. high, good foliage, $3 per 100. PLUMBAGO, red. $3.00 per lOO; blue. $3.50 per 100. ASP. SPRENGERI. $2.50 per lOO; $20.00 per 1C03. IPOMOEA LEARI. (Blue Moonllower), $25 per 100; $iO.CO per ICOJ. BEGONIA. Albo-Picta, Compta, Fuchsioides. Coc- cinea. Hybrida Multiflora, Zebrina. De<'orus, $i.50per iOO. ACHANIA. MALVAVISCUS. 82.00 pe" 100. SANSEVEIRA ZEYLANICA. 2>^-inch, $3.C0 per 100. HONEYSUCKLE, Chinese twining, pot grown, 2V4-in.-h. ^3.50 per 100. BOSTON FERNS, 2!^-in . $3 per 100; |25 per ICO). Unknown correspondents please send cash with order or give satisfactory reference. We guarantee Satisfaction, THE GEO. H. MELLEN GO. nnisfallen Greenhouses, CDDIUfSCICI 11 A Establisbed 1877. OrlflllUrlCLII) III Please mention, the A merican Flcnrtst Tvheti Ufriiine fDF^^RDOnK '^^^ ^^'"■"S Pink Carnation vKLOOUIlUUlia for evervbod V to grow. Baltimore, Feb. 21, 1901, it scored 94 Points, the bigliest of any seedling. Cressbrook has never shown disease of any Icind and is an extra free bloomer. Size of flowers under ordinary culture, 3 to 3>^ inches. Orders will be delivered in rotation on and after Jan. i, 1902, at the following prices: 12 plants $ i.SO 25 plants 3.00 50 plants : 5.00 100 plants 10.00 250 plants $25.00 500 plants 37.50 1000 plants 75.00 C. WARBURTON, FALL RIVER, MASS. Cressbrook may be seen growing at THE E. 6. HILL GO'S., Richmond, Ind., and at WM. NICHOLSON'S, Framingham, Mass. Carnation Cuttings Perfectly Nealthy. Propagated From Choice Stock. ^0W READY. Queen Louise. The Best White Commercial Carnation, $5.00 per Hundred; $40.00 per Thousand. PROSPERITY «8.00 MRS. THOS. LAWSON 4.00 GOV. ROOSEVELT 6 00 HOOSIER MAID 4.00 IRENE 4.00 EGYPT 4.00 MARQUIS 2.B0 VICTO R 2.00 Per 100 Per 1000 (50.00 35.00 50.00 20.00 Per IOO Per 1000 GOMEZ 12.00 CROCKER 150 112.60 GENEVIEVE LORD 1.50 I2.B0 DAYBREAK 1.50 12.60 ELDORADO 1.50 12.60 JOBILEE 1.60 12.60 PORTIA 1. 60 12.60 J. L. DILLON, Bloomsburg, Fa. HOHE-GROWN, FINB, OLKAN STOCK; GBOWN OOOI.. Write lor Price LI.I. J. B. HEIS8. The Exotic Murseriea, DAYTON, OHIO. BOBBINK & ATKINS, Plant and Bulb Merchants, RUTHERPORD, N. J. jgo2. The American Florist. 527 Price $2.00 Postpaid, IHE AMERICAN FLORIST COM- pany's Trade Directory for 1 902, fully b^m' revised to date, with thousands of new ' names and changes of address, is now ready for distribution. It contains 418 pages, including complete lists of the Florists, Seeds- men and Nurserymen of the United States and Canada, arranged both by states and towns and all names alphabetically. Also lists of Private Gardeners, Firms which issue catalogues. Horti- cultural Supply Concerns, Parks, Cemeteries, Landscape Architects, Experiment Station Hor- ticulturists, Botanical Gardens, and much other conveniently indexed and invaluable trade infor- mation. Published by the American Florist Co. 324 Dearborn St., Chicago, III., I. S. A. Contains 418 Pages. Now Ready 528 The American Florist. April 26, St. Paul. BUSINESS BRISK BUT CUT FLOWER SUP- PLIES ARE LARGE AND WHOLESALE PRICKS ARE ON THE DECLINE. — BEDDING STOCK OCCUPIES ATTENTION. — DOINGS IN THE PARKS.— VARIOUS NOTES. Trade has been quite active and every- body is kept busy. Roses and carnations are plentiful and wholesale prices have dropped accordingly. Funeral work has been in good demand, and country trade fairly good. Violets are seen no more and bulbous stock is becoming quite scarce. L. L. May & Company are car- rying valley pips and Japanese lily bulbs in cold Storage for early fall and winter forcing. The growers are busy shifting small plants and spreading out their annual crops of bedding stock. While there is a good demand for this class of stock the low prices at which it is sold leave but a little margin of profit to the growers and none at all to the store men. There certainly is much more profit in growing roses, carnations and violets for their blooms than in geraniums, cannas, heliotropes, coleus and so forth, but how often we see the former neglected for the sake of the latter. The annual report of Superintendent Nussbaumer, of the City Parks, has been issued and is most interesting. Among other items 1,652 trees and shrubs were planted during the year. Four acres of ground were planted to nursery stock, which was grown from seed and cuttings. In all 112,000 trees were planted in their permanent location. Flower beds were planted and maintained In twenty-two diflerent parks, the total number of plants handled and planted being 238,- 892, including 127 varieties. The city greenhouses are overflowing with bed- ding stock, while nearly 200 hot bed sash are In use outside. The park work has given an impetus to the beautifying of private grounds and indirectly benefited the florists. A recent caller was Lloyd Vaughan, of E. H. Hunt's, Chicago. Felix. ^JARNJitiONS Cressbrook (oink), Oriole (scarlet), Mrs. Nelson (pink), $1.50 per doz.; $10 per 100. Mrs. Palmer (scarlet), Mrs. Higinbotham (salmon pink), Alba (large white), Stella (variegated). Dorothy Whitney (yellow), Apollo (scarlet), $2.C0 per doz.; $12.00 per 100. Per 100 Per 1000 Estelle, Best Scarlet JS.OO ... $40.00 Norway, Large White 5.00 ... 45 00 Prosperity, Fancy 6 00 ... 45.00 Queen Louise, White 5.00 ... 45.00 Dorothy, Productive Pink... 5.00 ... 45.00 Morning Glory, Lt. Pink 2.50 ... 20.00 Marquis, Largest Pink 2,50 ... 20,00 Fine stock of rooted cuttings of above and twenty-five other kinds. Get our prices on what you need. GEO. HANCOCK & SON, GRAND HAVEN. MICH. 500,000 VERBENAS. BO flncBt named varieties, including our NEW MAMMOTH WHITE, "MRS. McKINLEY." The finest white verbena grown; perfectly healthy; free from disease. Rooted cuttinKs. 60c per 100; tS 00 per 1000, Plants, 12,60 per 100; J20.C0 per 1000. Our list Is the choice of millions of seedlings. Send for circular. J. L. DILLON, BLOOM8BURQ. Pa. fiease mention the American Fior'St when writing. CARNATION CUTTINCS All the new and standard varieties, free from rust and all other diseases. Our stock is in fine shape and all cuttings are well rooted when sent out. Per 100 Per lOOO HiaiNBOTHAM 112.00 IIOO.OO MRS. POTTER PALMER 12.00 100.00 PROSPERITY 4.00 30.00 NORWAY 5.00 40.00 IRENE 3.00 25.00 LAWaON 300 25.00 BON HOMME RICHARD 3 00 25.00 HOOSIERMAID 3.00 25.00 CRANE 1.25 10.00 THE MARQUIS 1.25 10.00 QENEVIEVB LORD 1.25 10 00 ARQYLE 1.00 7 60 QUAROIAN ANQEL 1.25 10.00 Per 100 PRANCES JOOST t 100 CERISE QUEEN 1.00 TRIUMPH 1.25 FLORA HILL 1.25 WHITE CLOUD 1.2'> PERU l.OO AMERICA 1.25 MRS. L. INB 1.50 MRS. BRADT 1.75 ARMAZINDY 1.25 BV ANSTON 1.00 ESTELLE 6.00 Per 1000 t 7.60 7.50 10.00 10.00 10.00 7.50 10.00 12.60 15.00 10.00 7.50 40.00 i^osE> i»i^A.ivar®. 2i4-in. pots. Per lOO Per 1000 BRIDE $3.00 $3,5.00 METEOR 300 25.00 PERLE 3.00 25.00 2^-iii. pots. Per 100 Per 1000 $35.00 100.00 GOLDEN QATB »3.00 LIBERTY 12.00 All Plants and Rooted Cuttings sold under express conditions that if not satisfactory when received they are to be returned immedi- ately, when money will be refunded. "Wrlt^ for i>r-lo©s on. ].c&x>s:^ <3ivi.^ritl-ti^s. PeterReinberg,51WabashAve.,Clucago Rose Plants for Sale GOOD CLE4N STOCK, WELL ESTABLISHED. Brides, Bridesmaids, Meteors and Golden Gates, 2-in. rose pots, $30 per 1000; 3-in. rose pots, $45 per 1000; 4-in. rose pots, |60 per 1000. CHRYSANTHEMLM ''^^^^^ cuttings... TimOTHY EATON, $3 per 100. Tlie foUowlusr varieties at $1.50 per 100: WHITE- -Early. Fitzwygram, Kuno, White Glory of Pacific. WHITE— Mid-season. Ivory, Snow Queen, Evangeline, Mrs, H, Robinson. Mrs, WHITE-Lale. JiTome .Tones, YELLOW- Early. Yellow l''ii7.wygram, Marion Henderson. YELLOW-Mid-season. Bonnallou, Mrs. O. P. Bassett. YELLOW-Lale. Yellow .lerome Jonen. RED. Malcolm L,amond, Intensity. PINK-Early. De Montmort, J, K, Shaw, Glory of PaciOc. PINK-Mid-season. Xeno, Viviand-Morel, Pink Ivory. PINK-Lata. Mrs. Murdock, BRONZE. Oakland. Greenhouses, DICGCTT 9 UfAGUDIIDil Store, 76 Wabash HINSDALE, ILL. DAOOC I I tt If AO 110111111 1 Ave., CHICAGO. New Chrysanthemum "CREMO FIRST-CLASS CERTIFICATE FROIH C. S. A. The best early yellow Chrysanthemum to date; com:s in with Glory of Pacific, from which it is a soort. A beautiful soft shade of yellow, the color being much more distinct than is usual with sports. It just fills a vacancy in yellow at that season. PRICES FROM 2>4:-lNCH POTS. ==^^^=^ 35c each; $3.00 per dozen; $20.00 per lOO. Ill I AM K cni\i^ Hiir1<:nn Hpinht^i I 55 MCMILLAN & SONS, Hudson Heights, N. J. ROOTED CUTTINGS Estelle, $5.00; Lawson, Jl.CO; Marquis and Kim City, $2.00; Crocker and Lord, $1,00 per 100. Other varieties on application, DANA R. HERRON, OLEAN, N. T. CARNATIONS Mrs, Frances .Toost, Ethel Crocker, Lizzie Mc- Gwan, Mary Wonil, lloosler Maid, Wm, Soott, Crane, etc, iu 'Ji^-iii,. ready for Held. SMILAX. ^H-in., extra stock, BOSTON FERNS. -iV,. 3, 4, S, 6, 7-ln. Write GEO. A. KUHL, Pekin, 111. jgo2. The American Florist. 529 Dreer's Offer of Hardy Vines and Climbers. » 7 * AMPELOPSIS VEITCHII. Per do/,. Per 100 Strong 2-year old plants $1.2.i $10.01 Extra select, 2-j ear old plants. ... l.EO 13 00 ARISTOLOOHIA SIPHO. StroDt; long vines, extra heavy, per doz .$3.0D CLEMATIS PANICULATA. Per doz. Per 100. Per 1000 .% M $S0O $.'50.00 . 1.00 8(0 70.00 ,. 3.00 16.0J Strong one year old . . . " two " " three " ^r9t rts-'Soyver ^-'^i CLEMATIS LARGE FLOWERED VARIETIES. Stroua; two-year old plants of the following popular sorts. Boskoop Seedline, Duchess of Edinburgh, Fairy Queen, Gypsy Queen, Henryi, Jackmabi. M. Koster, Mme Baron Veiliard, Mme Van Houtte. MisH Biteman, Staudishl, The Gem and The President, $3 Oi) per doz.; $35.00 per 100. HARDY ENGLISH IVIES. An extra fine lot of bushy plants in 4 in. pots, 3 ft, high, 3 to 5 shoots, $1 25 per dozen; $10 per 100. CLIMBING HYDRANGEA. SCHIZOPHRAGMA HYDRANGEOIDES-A limited lot of extra strong plantsestablished in tubs, 3 to 4 feet high, which will produce an Immediate effect, 81.50 each. WISTARIA SINENSIS. Strong; 3-year old plants. Blue, $3.C0 per dozen; White, $3.50 per dozen. A Few Leaders in HARDY PERENNIALS. For the most comnlete list and largest stock offered m this country, see our current Trade LUt. With few exceptions all ihe varieties offered below are suitable for cut-flower purposes. PerdozPerlOO Anemone Japonica 2Ji-inch pots, Alba^M " " Lady Ardilaun 2K " " " Whirlwind 3!4 " " Queen Charlotte 2ii " " Asters, Hardy, 10 choice varieties, strong divisions 1.01 Boltonia Asteroides, strong plants, Boltonia Latisquama, " " t5 $5.00 7ft 500 •75 5 00 7ft 500 75 6.00 01 8.00 7ft 6.00 75 6.00 Per doz. Per 100 Caryopteris Mastacanthus, 3.inpots .75 6.00 Chrysanthemum Hardy Pompou aj-4- inch pots 50 3.0O Chrysantnemum Maximum Triumph, 3-inch pots 75 6.C0 Chrysanthemum Maximum Filiformis, 3-inch pots 75 6.00 Clematis Davidiana, strong 1-year-old clumps 75 6.00 Clematis Recta, 2-year old plants 1.55 13.00 Coreopsis Lanceolata Grahdiflora strong 3-inch pots 60 4.0O Coreopsis Lanceolata Grandifiora large clumps 75 6.03 DictamnusFraxinella, strong plants 1.00 8.00 Alba " •• 1.25 10.00 PielytraSpeotabilis " roots .75 6.00 Euphorbia Corollata 60 4.00 GaillardiaGrandiflora, strong 3-in. pots .75 6.00 4 ' 1.00 8.00 Gypsophila Paniculata, strong 1-yr-old .75 6.00 Helenium Autumnale Superba strong divisions 1.00 8.00 Helenium Gr&ndicephalum Striatum strong divisions 75 6.00 Helenium Hoopesi, strong divisions. .. 1.00 8.00 " Pumilum ;... 3-in. pots 1.00 8.00 Helianthus Multiflorus flore pleno, 2>i-inch pots 75 6.00 Helianthus Multiflorus Maxiraus, 2'4-inch pots 75 6.00 HeliopjisPitcherianus, strongdivisions .75 6.00 Soaber Major '■ " .75 6 00 Heuchera Sanguinea, 3-inch pots 1.00 8.00 Iris Krempteri, 25 choice named vars. 1.25 lii.OO " Germanica 10 " " " .75 6.00 Physostegia Virginioa 3-in. pots .7.i 6.00 Alba '• " .75 6.00 Pyrethrum Uliginosum, strong plants 1.00 8.00 Primula Veris Superba " " 1.25 10.00 Rudbeckia Golden Glow strong division .50 4.00 " Newmani " " .75 600 Purpurea •' plants 1.00 8.00 " Subtomentosa ** " .75 6 00 " Triloba. 3-mch pots 75 6.00 Salvia Azurea Grandiflora, strong plants 1.00 8.00 Scabiosa Caucasica strong plants l.OO 8.0D Alba •' " 1 3d 10.00 Stokesia Cvanea " " 1.25 10.00 Tritoma Pfitzeri " " 1 00 8.0O Veronica Longifolia Subsessilis %\i- inch pots 75 6.00 HENRY A. DREER, 714 Chestnut St., Philadelphia, Pa. ROOTED CARNATION CUTTINGS. r;:if:!rs You don't have to buy 200 to have 100 fit to plant out, when planting time comes. For every 100 we send, you have 101 when ready to plant We have the finest and largest stock of NORWAY and ESTELLE in the country. Stock marked ( * ), now ready in flats. Per If 0 Per lOOO ♦General Maoeo $1.75 $16.00 ♦Ethel Crocker 1.75 15.00 •G.H.Crane 2.50 30.00 •Genevieve Lord 2.C0 15 00 •Marquis 2.00 17.50 •Mrs. G. M. Bradt 2.50 20.00 •Chicago 3.50 30.00 •Morning jlory 3.00 25.00 •Mrs. T. W. Lawson 5 00 40.00 •Queen Louise 5.00 45.00 •Norway 4.50 40.00 Prosperity 6.00 50.00 •Governor Roosevelt 6.0O 50.00 •Estelle 6.00 Sn.OH ♦Cressbrook 10.00 75.00 Enquirer 13 00 100.00 •Mrs. Potter Palmer 12.00 lOOOO •Mrs. Higinbotham 12.00 lOO.OO GREENHOUSES: WESTERN SPRINGS, ILL. end us a list of your wants for special prices on large lots. BOSTON FERNS. In pans, grown the way you like them, full, bushy, coojpact stock, ready for your counter trade. Each Doz. 100 13-inch pans $4.00 $40.00 10-inch pans 3.00 30.00 9-inch pans 2.00 30.00 8-inch pans 1.50 15,00 7-inoh pans 1.00 10.00 6-inch pans 75 8.0O $60 00 5-inch pans 50 5.00 40.00 4-inoh pots 2.50 20.00 3-inch pots 1.50 10.00 3!4-inch pots .60 5 OO 100 1000 $30.00 15.00 8.00 $70.00 5.00 40.00 Started Plants of Cannas. a full line of all the leaders. Write for prices. VaUGHAN'S SEED STORE, ASPARAGUS PLUMOSUS NANUS. Fine bushy stock in large quantity. Doz. 5-inoh pots $4.00 4-inoh pots 8.00 3-inoh pots 1.00 2!4-inch pots 60 ARAUCARIA EXCELSA. A Big Bargain. 5-inoh pots, 18 to 30 inches high, 4 to 6 whorls, each, 75o; dozen, $9.00. FICUS ELASTICA (Rubber Plant). 7-inch pots, 3S inches high, very fine stock, $9.00 per dozen. PHCENIX CANARIENSIS. Fine bushy plants. 8-inch pots, 36 inches high, each, $3.60; dozen, t24 00. 84-86 RANDOLPH ST., CHICAGO. 14 BARCLAY ST., NEW YORK. You want to buy Roses now. but are crowded for room. Why not place your order now with -Ceo. A. Kuhl and have them grown into 3-in. for May or June delivery. We believe in shifting Young Rosea often. All stock offered in 3!4-in. ■has been shifted from 2-in. and is equal to roost stock advertised as 3-in., and when we send it out is well established. Our varieties. Meteors. Brides, Maids, Perles. La France, Kaiserin, Woottons, Belle Siebrecht. Pres. Carnot. Golden Gate, Am. Beauties, and Liberty. Write us at Pekin, III. H^ew fiSnlo TWO PALMS, one Latanla * *** ^«i»XC Borbonica, 5 feet tall, 12 leaves, each 47 inches across and 56 inches long. ■One Sago, 37 leaves, 27 to 37 inches lone; 121 for the two. F. & S. LEE, Marion. Ala. fteatt mewtion the American Florut when writing. Carnation Floriana We believe this to be the best pink carnation introduced to date, was disseminated in the spring of 1 90 1 by originators, Messrs. Fillow & Banks. Price, $6.00 per JOO; $50.00 per JOOO. 50 at J 00 rate, 500 at 1000 rate. Less than 50, 8c each. nmi I CnnilTC DDRO carnation and Chrysanthemuni specialists, UfilLLcUUUz.E DnUoi flatbush, Brooklyn, n.y. fbase mention ihe A merican Florist when writing. 530 The American Florist. April 20, Pittsburg. TRADE TAKES AN UNEXPECTED BUT NOT UNWELCOME SPURT. — GOOD PROSPECT FOR CONTINDBD ACTIVITY— SPRING BUSI- NESS ALREADY AT HAND. — A GOOD CAR- NATION.— VAEIODS NOTES. Things are certainly coming our way this week. Luncheons, dinners, wed- dings and funerals, coupled with trans- ient trade, go to make up the order of business lor the week. This period of excessive activity is not usual of course, but nevertheless is very welcome. The outlook for a continuance of brisk busi- ness is favorable. Market places and stores are beginning to wear their spring garb, for blooming plants are arriving in quantity and sell rapidly. We are highly pleased with the condition of the roses, for all are unusually fine. High grade and high priced carnations are plentiful enough, bat good whites and cheaper pinks are very scare. The Goethe carna- tion is in great demand. I have not noticed any reference to it in the trade papers. It is a shell pink, about the same shade as Morning Glory, but quite distinct. The bloom is large and the stem strong. It is very nsetul in center pieces. Wm. Fitzsimons, at Randolph & Mc- Clements', has been suffering from a severe attack of rheumatism. He will be out next week alter an absence of two months from duty. The Pennsylvania Reform School, Robt. Gonderman, foreman, has decided to build a palm house 60x70 leet. Charles Koenig, ol Etna, is growing some fine roses. He is very successful with Liberty. Alexander R. Peacock is to erect a private conservatory, also a special house for orchids. E. L. M. Danville, Ky. — C. M. Harbison says that in his neighborhood the buds on peaches, pears and cherries are killed. The severe weather of December is thought to have been the cause. Mr. Harbison combines the florist, nursery and orchard business. LAST CALL CARNATIONS MRS. HIGINBOTHAM, The Kreat W'A^t pink of the future; a winner everywhere. Peter Rfinberg. says: "Book me for 10,000 '' \V. N. Rudd says: 'It's t^ot 'em nil skinned to death on color.'" We lire now shipping nice stock from soil at $12.00 per 100; $lO0.O0 per 1000. MRS. PALMER, The best scarh.'t ever introduced; s P»r^A.:N^^» from 2%-in. pots. Per 100 Per 1000 METEOR $3 00 JCS.OO PEKLE 3.00 2.5.00 BRIDE 3.00 25.00 Per 100 Per 1000 BRIDESMAID $3.00 I25.0O GOLDEN GATE 3.00 25.00 KAISERIN 3.00 2500 The above named stock is clean, well rooted and free from disease. GEO. REINBERQ, 'Sr CHICAGO, i Am.Beaulies ROOTED CUTTINGS $25.00 PER 1000. This stock is free from spot, thoroughly rooted and first class in every resuect. If not satisfactory or just as represented by us you can return same at once. J. A. BUDLONG. 37 and 39 Randolph St.. CHICACO, ILL. 7000 VERY FINE PLANTS METEOR 2 1-2-inch Pots $2.50 PER 100. $20.00 PER 1000. South Park Floral Co., New Castle, Ind. The New White That Is Hard to Beat. Rooted CuttingB from flats, A No. I. aiuff. Per 100, $4. SO; per 1000, S40.00. Vauglian's Seed Store, CHICAGO NewYork ARE YOU INTERESTED IN American Beauties? We have now over 10,000 in sand and pots, up to 3-inch. Write us. GEO. A. KUHL. PEK1N. ILL. p. MAJOR and A. NANA Alternantheras Strone rooted cuttings, 50 cts. per ICO, or $1.00 per 1000. From 2-iii«_-.h pots. If 1.60 pnr ICO. DAVIS BROS., MORRISON, ILL. t\£ase msnCion the A merican Florist wfun writtnf. Ivory or White Golden Gate. Guaranteed TRUE STOCK Strong plants out ot 2-in. pots. $6.00 PER 100. 27,50 PER 500. 50.00 PER 1000. W. A. Hammond 107 E. Broad St., Richmond, Va. Roses, Roses. Brides, Maids, 2}i-in., |3 SO per 100. Perles and Golden Gate at $4.00 per 100. Wicburaiana at 13.00 per 100. Have a few hundred Kaiserin and Belle Siebrecht left at |4 00 per 100. This is strong healthy stock, from 2 to 3- eyed cuttings and has been repotted from 2-inch. Special prices in Large Lots. Sand $1.00 for Sampl«s. J. C.MURRAY, THE FLORIST, PEORIA. ILLINOIS. Mention the American Florist wlien writing to advertisers on this page. igo2. The a meri can Florist. 531 12,000 OLD Beauty Plants $50.00 PER 1000. Have been one year on bench Perfectly Healthy stock, guaranteed to be satisfactory in every respect. Special care given to damp- ening and mossing of roots for shipment. J. A. BUDLONG, 37-39 Randolph Si. CHICAGO. Carnations & Roses AMERICAN BEAUTY From 2!4-inoh pots, %\W per 100; $r.r0O per 1000. From 3-inch pots, 7.50 per 100; I70.0J per ItOO. CARNATIONS FROM SOIL $13.50 per 1000 30. OD per I GOO 25.00 per ICO'' 35.C0 per 1000 Wm. Scott $1.50 per 100 Norway 3.B0 per ICO Genevieve Lord 3.00 per ICO Prosperity 4.03 per 100: A. L.THORNE, FLUSHING, N.Y. LAST CALL CARNATION CUTTINGS. S3. 50 per 100: $35.00 per 1000. 75,000 sold to date. Send your WM° MURPHY, ''^T Cincinnati, 0. Wholesale Carnation Crow£r. FOR EARLY PLANTING SPLENDID STOCK ai^Slnch Bridesmaids, $5 00 per 100; $45.00 per 1,000. Brides and Maids, 2y2in., $3 00 per 100; $25.00 per 1000. Cash please. ALBERT F. AMIING, Maywood, III. ■^ ^V ^~^ ^■~- ^D"»"" AMERICAN FLORIST COMPANY, 324 Dearborn Street, CHICAGO. Geraniums, Carnations, Palms, Etc. CARNATIONS, 2>i-in. pot plants. Per 100 Marquis $3.00 Ethel Crocker 2.50 California Gold 2.60 Crane 2.00 Joost 2.00 Mary Wood 2.50 White Cloud 2 00 GERANIUMS, S. A. Nutt, Mme. Barney, Richelieu, La Favorite, John Doyle, Mme. Charles Molin and Beaute Poite- Tine, $30.00 per 10O3 Jean Vlaud 5.00 Marquisde Castellaine 6.00 Set of 4 New Bruants for 60 Set of 8 New Doubles for 1.50 In good asscrtment. our choice of vari- eties, $27.60 per 1000 ROSE GERANIUMS, strong 2.60 CANNAS. all the standard varieties, strong roots 2.50 PRIMULA FORBESI 3.00 HELIOTROPES, six varieties 2.00 SELAGINELLA Emiliana 2.00 i Per 100 FUCHSIAS, in good assortment of varie- ties, 2^-in. pots $3.50 Areca Lutescens, 2H-in. pots, $30.00 per ICOO 4.00 Areca Lutescens, 3-in. pots 8.00 Areca Lutescens, 4-in. pots., 3 plants in a pot 20.00 Rentia Belmoreana, 2^-in. pots 7 OO Kentia Belmoreana, 3. in. pots 15 OO Latanla Borbonica, 2^-in. pots 3.00 Latania Borbonioa. 3-in. pot, $40 per 1000 5 00 Pandanus Utilis, 2V4-in. pots 5.00 Pandanus Utllis, 4- in. pots 15.00 Pandanus Veitohii, 4-in. Dots, $6.00 per do/.. ASPARAGUS PLUMOSUS, 2V4-in 4 00 ASPARAGUS SPRENGERI, strong, 2V4-in.. .. 2 00 ASPARAGUSSPRENGERI, strong, 3-in 3.00 SPIRAEAS, Nana Compacta, Astilboides, Fluribunda and Japonica at 3.50 AZALEA MOLLIS, flue for Easter 35.00 TUBEROUS ROOTED BEGONIAS, single, separate colors 3.00 TUBEROUS ROOTED BEGONIAS, double, separate colors 6.00 GLOXINIAS 4.00 niStorrsA Harrison Co. PAINESVILLE, OHIO. We have ready for immediate delivery strong, thoroughly estab- lished plants from 2 1-4 and 2 1-2 inch pots, according to vigor of variety, in the.following kinds: Mme. Buchner, Countess d'Har- court, Rene Bazin, Mme. Rozain, Eulalia, $3.50 per 100. Beaute Poitevine, Mme. Lau- dry, Richelieu, Mme. Chas. Molin, Mme Barney, Comtesse de Castris, S. A. Nutt,Marvel,Mme.Ph. Labrie, Mme. Desbordes, Valmore, Marie Fournier, $4.00 per 100. Alphonse Riccard, John Doyle, 14.50 per 100. Jean Viaud, Mme. Charrotte, $5.00 per 100. Pasteur, $8.00 per 100. Le Soliel, $10.00 per 100. THE COTTAGE GARDENS, QUEENS. L. I. Pliase mention the A merican Florist when writing^ PANSIES The Jennings Strain. Kino cold frame plants in bud and bloom, $1.50 per 100; $7 .50 per 5O0. ('ash with order. ■. B. JHNNINQSj tMk lu tM.Sesthpwt, Csm. Grower of the Finest Pansies. Please mention the A merican Florist -when writing. Violets My Specialty Good strong rooted runners of Princess of Wales and La France at $3 per lOOO; $2,'j per 10,000; now ready. Also Tree Violets In 2V4-ln. pots and 8 to 12 inches high, ready May 1st, at 15 per ICO. Orders booked now. Cash with order. FD.BOULON.SEACLIFF.L.I. 5OO3OOO Pansies Best Strain Orown for Market. WARDED first class certifi- cate of the Mass. Horticul- tural Society. We grow all our own seed, carefully selecting our stock from a half million llowering plants. The result of over 25 year's selection, of strong compact growth, flowers of large size, fine form and substance and brillaot and novel colors. We believe they will be found Ihe most satisiactory s'rain on the market and invite comparison. Large plants in bloom, $2.00 per 100; $20 00 per JOOO. Medium size, in bud or bloom, $1.60 per 100; $15.00 per 1000. Smaller plants, $J 25 per 100; $10.00 per 1000. All fall tramplanted. By express only. Cash with order. I.EXoburn 29IFeriySt., Everett, Mass. Ftl^NS. Mixed varieties, strong stock and I good assortment, in 2-inch pots, I |3.50 per 100; $30 00 per 1000. RF&DD RBOS *••• ^°'^ street, DLnHU UHUJ,, DETROIT, MICH. Please mention the American htorist when writini- igo2. The American Florist. 533 SPECIAL TRADE LIST S?^fK,ir^" Asparagus Comorensis. This new variety grows faster than Plumosus and makes strings in halt the time, foliage more graceful and lighter in color, 2-in. 35o. doz. ; $3 per ICO. Size of pots. Per doz. lOO Aspiiragus Plumosus 2 $.35 J3.00 Asparagus Sprengeri 2 .26 S.OO Ageratum, dark and light blue 8 .50 4.00 Abutilon Savitzil 3 1.00 7.C0 Bouvardias. single and double, white, pink, scarlet .2 .35 2.B0 Bouvardia Humboldtii, jasmine flowering, sweet scented 2 .40 3.C0 Carnations, McGowan, Flora Hill, Crocker 2V4 .40 Chrysanthemums, best stand, var. 2H .40 Cuphea Platycentra iVi ,40 Clematis, large flowering varieties, strong plants 4.00 Clematis Paniculata, strong plants 4 1.50 Clematis Paniculata, strong plants 3 .75 Cobjpa Scandens 3 .50 Dracaena Sanderiana 3 2.00 Draoiena Indivisa 5 3.0O Dracn?na Seedlings from flats 1 .00 Echeveria Glauca strong plants... 4 l.CO 7.00 Echeveria Secunda Glauca, flats... 3.C0 Feverfew, Little Gem 2i4 3.00 Geraniums, best bedding varieties 3 .50 4.00 Geraniums, Mrs. Parker 2H .75 5.00 Geraniums, iMme. Salleroi %Vi .35 3.00 Glechoma, v.ariegated German Ivy iVt 35 3.00 Hydrangea, Thos. Hogg 2^4 .50 4 00 Ivy, hardy English strong plants.. 4 1.50 10 00 Ivy, hardy English 3 .73 5.t0 Lobelias, Emperor William, Pumila splendens and pure white 2'/2 .35 SCO Lantana.Le Naine, best dwarf var. 2V4 .35 3.00 Petunia, double white 2'^ .35 3 00 Umbrella Plants 3 .75 5.00 Violets, the California, La Prance and Princess of Wales .35 3.00 Vinoas. variegated, strong plants 4 100 7.00 Aster Plants, Queen of the Market, Semple's, from flats 1.00 Chrysanthemums, R. C, from soil.. 1.50 3.0O 3.C0 3.00 lO.CO 5.00 4. CO C.EISELE,11th and Jefferson Sts., Philadelphia, Pa. Dahlias Mrs. Winters THE WORLD'S BEST WHITE DAHLIA. Novelties and Stand- ard varieties. ISyrs'. experience and have failed of no prize competed for. See my catalogue before placing your order. Also fine field-grown Hollyhocks at $3.50 per lOJ. Cannaa, Pfeonias and Hardy Plants. Cheap mix- tures are dear; get the best. W. W. WILMORE, The Dahlia Specialist, BOX 382. DENVER. COLO. CIANT SWEET ALYSSUM $1 per lOO; $8 per 1000. ASTERS, Vick's best, separate col- ors, great big strong plants from soil, 60o per 100; $5.00 per lOOO. CANDYTUFT. from soil, 50c per ICO; $4.00 per lOOD. Express paid. C. Humfeld, Clay Center, Ka>. CANNAS Burbank, Crozy, F. Henderson, Mme. Vaughan, P. quant, L. E. Bally, A. Bouvier, J. C. Vaughan, Egandale, Souv. de Antoine Crozy, in variety, started, $2 50 per 100. ALTcRnAnTHERAS c:. 6o^c,°poltpaid! £lants_j'ed^yellow, pink, $2.00 per 100. "1 2H-inoh, 3o; S-inoh, 8c; I 8-inch, $1.00. Begonias, flowering, in variety, 2!4-in., 2V4c. RiusellaMultlflora and Blegantl8Slma,2M-in.4c. Vinca Major, strong, fine runners, 2-in., 3c. Cash. A. J. BALDWIN, NEWARK. OHIO. Rooted Cuttings of Merry Monarch, white and yellow; VVillowbrook, J. H. Troy, J. E. Lager, Robinson, Pacific , Polly Rose, Shrimpton, Bonuatfon, M. Henderson, Ivory, pink and white; Murdock, F. B. Haves, Pres. Smith. .T. .Tones, $1.25 per 100; $10 per lOOJ. Walter Molatsoh, R. Halliday, Appleton, $2.00 per 100. Cash with order. ■' '^ •" G. F. NEIPP, Aqueduct, Woodhaven P. 0.. N. Y. PUase mention theATTUrican Florist when writing. Pot plants, red. yelh BOSTON FERN Chrysanthemums GEBANIUMS. Jean Viand, Mme. Landry, Mme. Char- lotte and Hubert Charron, .$5 per 100. Marvel, Due de Montemart, La Favorite, Wm. Pfitzer, Conntess de Castiers and Mars, $3.00 per 100. BEGONIA Rex, a large collection of salable varieties from 2^2 and 3-inch pots. PELARGONIUMS. strong stock from 2V2 and 3-inch pots, in bud and bloom, W. C. Boyes. Euclid, Bridegroom, Crimson King, Evenibg Star, Innocence, Joseph Leigh, Linda, Mrs. O. W. Childs and Prince George, $12 per 100. Mme. Thibaut, Robt. Green, Sandiford's Best, Sandiford's Wonder and Victor, $8 per 100. FEVERFEW Matricaria, $2.50 per 100. NATHAN SMITH & SON. ADRIAN, MICH PHALARIS ARUNDINAGEA VAR. One of the most suitable plants for bor- dering Canna Beds, $4 per 100. RUDBECKIA Golden Glow, 2-inch pots, $2 50 per 100. Newmanii, 2-inch pots, $3 00 per 100. HELIANTHUS Multiflorus Plenus, double, 2-inch pots, $2.50 per 100. Multiflorus Plenus. sin- gle, 2-inch pots, $2.50 per 100. Rigldus, $3.00 per 100. NEFHROLEFIS Cordata Compacta and Nephrolepis Cordifolia. This is exceptionally strong 3 in. pot stock, and a bargain, $4 per 100. RAMBLER ROSES. 2-yr.-old extra strong, 8c each. 75 yel- low, 75 pink and 75 white. With Leaves On... JAPANESE FERN BALLS. Wc have an immense stock of Fern Balls, well furnished with leaves, at $5.00 per dozen. Culls from $3.00 per dozen, up. The Geo. Wittbold Co., Chicago, III. nni cue In 20 best varieties. 2-in.. per 100, $3- UULCUO per 1000, 118. Rooted Cuttings per 100, 60c; per ICOO, $5. If by mail add lOo per 100. NEPHROLEPIS WITTBOLDII. Rooted Runners, per dozen $1.00 3-inch pots, strong, per dozen 2.00 Large Plants from Bench, ready for 7-inoh pots, each 1 . 00 Latania Borbonica Palms, 2-inch, ready for 3-inoh, 100, $3.00; per lOCO 25.00 Grevillea Robus a, 3-inoh, per 100 5.00 Heliotrope in variety, named, per 100 2.00 Dmbrella Plants, 2-inch, per 100 3.03 Chrysanthemums, Major Bonnaffon, 2-inoh, per lOD 2.00 Ageratum, White Cap, 2-inch, per 100 2.00 Alyssum, double, 2-inch, per 100. 2.00 Begonia, Albo Picta, (good for baskets or vases) 2-inoh, per 100, $3.00; 3-in. per 100, 5.00 Lobelia. 2- inch, per ICO 2.00 CANNAS, a large stock of r oted tubers ready for pots. Send for list and prices. Cash ortatis- factory reference. Coorge L. Miller, Newark, O. 'MUMS. E. C. Hill, Robinson, Maude Dean Yanoma, out of 2V4-inch pots, $3.00 per ICO. 25 other vaiietie=. Maude Adams, Timothy I'^aton, Goldmine, Col. Appleton, Modesto, Nagoya, out of 2)^- in. pots, $3.C0 per 100, or will exchange for bedding stock. A. P. Montgomery B^'aSV.!Hazelton. Pa. Chrysanthemum Plants. MRS. BERGMANN and GEO. KALB. best early white, from 2 and 2i4-iuch pots, fine plants, 42 50 per 100. VINCA VAR., from 3 and 2H inch pots, (2.50 ptr 100, or 123.50 per 1000. JOHN J. VONDERSAAR. 1535 Madison Ave., Indianapolis, Ind. PUase mention the A merican Florist when wriftn^. A FEW GOOD THINGS YOU WANT. KENTIA BELMOREANA and FORSTERIANA, spec- ial price to reduce stock, 2>4-in., 8o; 3-in.,15o; 4-in.. 23o; B-in., 50e; 6-in., $I.0O. 3, 4, 5-in. ARECA LUTESCENS, 3 and 3 plants to a pot, same price. These are excellent lot of clean, cool grown plants. BOSTON FERNS. 4o, 8c, 15o, 30c and 50c each. DRACAENA INDIVISA, 3,4, 5-iD., 6c, 10c, 25c each. GLADIOLUS BULBS, good mixture, Sl.OO per 100. GERANIUMS, 2-in., Bonnat, double and single Grant, La Favorite, S. A. Nutt, Atkinson, Salleroi, Poitevine, M. Barny, Kleber, John" Doyle, Jaulin, Riocard, Mrs. E. Q. Hill, Perkins. Per 100— 3-in., $3.00; 3-in.. $5.00. ASPARAGUS SPRENGERI. 2-incb, $3.00 per 100; Plumosus, 3-inch. $8.00 per 100. PANSIES, in bud and bloom, $1.00 per 100. ENGLISH IVY, 2-in., $3 00; 3-in., $6.00 per 100. Verbena, Petunia, Smilax, Achyranthes, Lobelia, Cileus, Alternanthera, Tomato Plants, Campbell Violets, Aster, Ageratum, Heliotrope, Vinca Var., Giant Alyssum, Scarlet Sage Clara Bedman, 2 in., $2.00 per 100; 3-in., $4.00 to $5.00 per 100. Send for wholesale lists. Cash or C. O. D. GEO. M. EMUANS, ITEWTON, N. J. SS? VIOLET See American Florist, March 29. page 361. For texture, quality and stability of the leaf, for bunching tlowors this violet is unequaled. The flowers are medium size, of a rich dark violet color, and have a delightful delicate odor. The plants are vigorous, and under normal conditions are disease resistant. With good treatment will guarantee 98 per cent of stock to grow. Having purchased the greenhouses and stock of Mr. P. H. Dorsett at Garrett Park, Maryland, I am prepared to furnish rooted crowns, for" immediate delivery, at $5.00 per 100, or $10.00 per 1000. Sand- rooted cuttings, for delivery after May 1, $6.00 per 100, $45.00 per 1000; 2^;i-inoh pots, after May 1, $7.00 per 100. DAVID BISSET, GARRETT PARK, MO. 534 The American Florist. April 26, Washington. MANY FLORISTS CONTRIBUTE TO SUCCESS OF MASONIC FAIR. — TRADE FAIR AND STOCK PLENTIFUL. — NOTBS OF DECORA- TIONS. The great Masonic fair is on at Con- vention Hall. J. H. Small & Sons, A. Gnde & Bro., Z. D. Blackistone and others decorated booths and donated plants. Otto Bauer and the American Rose Company also contributed to the affair and among those from out of town who sent plants or flowers areL. Dupuy, White Stone, N. Y.; A. Schulthies, College Point, L. I.; G. Schubert, West Hoboken; C. Zeller & Son and L. Schmutz, Brook- lyn; L. J. Kreshover, Jno. Young, Thos. Young, Traendly & Schenck, New York; Robert Craig, W. K. Harris, W. F.Dreer, Jacob Becker and S. S. Pennock, Phila- delphia; Job. Heacock, Wyncote, and others. H. Bayersdorfer, A. Herrmann and Ed. Jansen also contributed. Trade is only fair but stock in general is plentiful, especially roses. A. Gude & Brother and J. Louis Loose are making a fine display with American Beauty. At the funeral of Major 0. L. Pruden, who had been on duty at the White House twenty- nine years, a number of fine floral tributes were seen. J. H. Small &Sons had the decorations for the dinner and reception given by Mr. and Mrs. George Westinghouse, at Homewood, Pittsburg, April 16 and 17. The decorations consisted of pink roses and lily of the valley. The ceiling and mirrors were decorated with asparagus. The American Rose Company used the Alice Roosevelt rose exclusively in the decorations at the Metropolitan Club for Col. Haywood's party. P. G. XtSISfXXKf:XKX»XtS&XgXfXKKfXK!KfXKXKXXfSf^jrj,XKfSf^^SnXf^f^l GERANIUMS. COLEUS. J Benton Harbor, Mich. — The Eldred, Sykes Company is going into the green- house busiaess here, building three houses 14x50. Xenia, O. — J. J. Lampert recently had a nice wedding decoration to put up at Western Star, in Summit county, for the Harris-Taylor nuptials. ALL >5T0CK SIZES Vaughan's Seed Stori, 5Sg: 50,000 Ganna Roots AIphoDse Bouvler, Mme. Crozy, Chas. llt^DdersoD, Marqiisnit, Burbaiik, .$12.60 per KiOd; $l..oii per mo. Miied, $10 00 per lOiKi; $1.25 per lnO. MICHIGAN CUT FLOWER EXCHANGE, DETROIT, MICHIGAN. VEGETABLE PLANTS. ASPARAGUS, Conover's Colossal, very .strong, 1 year, »:i.oo pBF 1000. CELERY. While Plume, *1 00 per 1000. HORSERADISH SETS, SI 50 per 1000 and up. Send 5 '-'s. m stamps for sample of above. RHUBARB, stroni; seedlings and old clump iHvl.s- 10ns, 13.00 per 100; $35.00 per 1009. Cash. 85th St., near South Chicago Ave., CHICAGO. ILL. Per 100 '"' '"' ^^ ^^ "^ "^^ ■" Per lOO 10 tancIarJ Varieties. 214 inch pots j;,.C0 12 varieties, 'J-inoh pots Ji.OO 10 Standa-d Varieties, .S-inch pots l.OJ _ o -.•.•,. . f„ L I Yellow LSI Cannas, 8 varieties, 4- inch ptts 10.00 Alternanlhera, , jj,^ ■••;;•■••;;••■;•• .^^g Centaurea Cymn., 3-inch pots . 2.00 Ageratum, 2 varieties blue 2.')0 ^inca Variegata, 2^-inch po-.s 2.50 Asparagus Sprengeri .J.OO , „ ,., o xn Verbenas ~-00 Asparagus Plumosus, ■' urn* Ist 3.00 Seedling Peiiinias ........""'...•■ ' 300 CASH OR C. O. U. JOS.H.CUNNINGHAM3DELAWARE.O. Late Prices. OADIIATinilC Prosperity and Roosevelt at bAKNAMUnO «3.50per lOO. PCDAIIIIIIIQ a general assortmentalloorrect- ULnAniUnlO ly labeled at «10 per lOCO. Jean Viaud and M. de Castellane at $2.50 , er lOO. UADnv Dui nv '^ ^^^^'*''™^^^* ''-^^ ^^^^'^^' ^^ nAnUI rnLUA $12.50 per UOO Above are all rooted cuttings and not transplanted plants. A few hardy Phlox from 2-inch pots at $J per lOO. ni||0|rc medium sized plan's with a flower rnllOICO and 1 to 3 buds on them (cold frame plants) at $1.2,5 per 10?. DnUC MCAI 'lie best for F orists' use at DUnC lYICAL $3.50 per 200-lb. bag. ALBERT M. HERR, Lancaster. Pa. DURBAN K'S Shasta Daisy The coming cut flower and pot plant; nice to follow 'Mums. Plants each 50c; 5 for $1 50; 10 for $2 50; 25 for ;S!5.00. MITTING FLORAL COMPANY, LOOMIS, CAL. Please mention the American Florist when wrilim ti Orders booked now for my new Fern NEPHROLePIS FOSTERIANNA ANNA FOSTER" at ^l7i P'T 100, small plants, delivery in Sept. 1902. BOSTON FERNS, $25 per 100. KENIIAS. 6-iiH'h. :tO inches, $1.00 each. DRACAENA INOIVISA. 6-in., $i pir doe.: 7-in., $7. 20.000 GERANIUMS, l.est kind>. 4-inoh. K. r. N'ersclifttreltii stuI G. 1!. COLEUS. "5c p'r 100. I. n. FOSTf R, 45 King St., Dorchester, Mass.' Please mention the American Florist when writinf^, A. W. SMITH'S MOON VINES, IPOMOEA NOCTIFL.ORA. Now ready. Earliest moon vine grown, flowers fure white, look like wax and large as a saucer, have a full supply of these vines, which arc ever in great demand 3-in. pots, $7.00; 4-ln. pots, nicely staked tl'.Wi per KO, GODFREY ASCHUANN, 1013 ONTARIO ST. PHILADEI^PHIA. PCDAUIIiUC Fine 4- in. (.jeraniiims in choice ULnAIIIUinO standard kinds, in bloom, $7.00 piT 100. Fine lot fuchsias, $1.00 per dozen. UCDQCMAC .Mammoth Verbenas, ;;ood assort- VLnDLllHo ment, 3-inch, t3.C0 per 100; i%- inrh, ^J.^Oper lOO. DnCC PIITTIMPC standard varieties of nUOC UU I I inUd Rosea, rooted cuttings, .1;1..50 per 100; $1J.00 per lOCO W. H. 6ULLETT & SONS, LINCOLN, ILL. btnHN I Ulflo i;iri^GrU",^ Perkins, Mine .laulio, La I''avnr to. Hill, etc., 2^- in., $2.00 per 100; 3-in. $3.03 per lOO; 4-lnoh In bud or bloom, $3.00 per 100. PAN^IES, extra line plants from cold frame, now in bud, $1.00 per ICO; $8.00 per 1000. VERBENAS, H e per 100; .$4.60 per UOO. DOUBLE DAISIES, iiir-.- ]. hints 7Bc per 100; $5.0) per 1000. ASPARAGUS SPRENGERI, seedlings from llii-ts ready for rotting, $1 per 100. Hill Top Greenhouses, 15-16 Cray Ave., Ullca, N. Y. DAHLIAS strong seedling pUnts out of 2^-in. pots ready April I5th. Varieties: Cactus, Giant Single, Pompon and Double Fancy, these are from a very choice strain of seed, $4.00 per 100. Per 100 BEGONIA ERFORDII, 2;^-in. pots $5.00 VINCA MAJOR VAB.,2>^-in. pots 3.00 HOLLYHOCK, 4 var., 2}^ in. pots 3 00 SELAGINELLA EMMELIANA, 2>^-in.. 3.C0 WAGNER PARK CONSERVATORIES. SIDNEY, OHIO. IMPATIENS THE QUEEN This vifiety we now offer for the first time, it being far ahad of any cheap bloom- ing house plant that we know of. A grand plant for out-of-lown flor.s!s. FiOwers JU to JU> in.hcs in diameter, color a dilicate satiny pink w.th bright car- mine eye, center of petals faintly tinged with white, wonderfully profuse and of the easiest culture. Price, 2-inch pot plants, $1.59 per d02.; $10.00 per JOO. CENTR&.L MICHIGAN NUUSERY, Kalamazoo, Mich. Fine, Healthy Stock. I'cr 10(1 ROSES— Hridrsmaid. ;i-in. pots, per lii:o. $:«, %i.^\ liride, 2i4-in. pots, read.x for sluft, ■■ $28, 3.O0 GERANIUMS Dbl. Grant. S. A. Nutt, Murk- land, and dbl. deep Geraniums, S-in. pots, 5 (hi 2'4-i". pots of the abo\e varieties 2.50 .\ssoried, 2y4-in. pots 2 5(1 Assorled VERBENAS, VINCA VAR.. SALVIA and PURPLE HELIOTROPE, 2- in. pots 2 (Hi ALTERNANTHERA 2 varieties, red and yel- low: Uoldin Bidder and assor cd COLEUS; GERMAN li^r. an I 3 varieties AGERATUMS, 2-in, pots I, Bit ROOTED CUTTINGS-Allernanthera. 3 varie- ties. :iiid ass rti'd Coleus iier lino, f.^. ,6R Goldeu liedder ;iBd Versehatbli li Coleus, ,fii I .\sii ri.K.vsi;. R I. HART, HackellBlown, N J. Orchids I ^ ARRIVED IN FINE SHAPE direct from the forejta: Cattluya Gigas, C. Oowlana, also a number of Dendrobiums in variety. Write for our illustrated and descriptive eataloi;uo of Orchids LAGER & HURRELL, "ummii. n. j. Orchid Grower* and Importfrs. PANSV PLANTS ?^o^= ^:lnsl('^, I'vr Till \ :i ri-M h-s iiiixi'ti. l-'im- stm'ky. liiird). opfii u'rciniil. w»-l( rtmi.-d. si-fii-hrd |ilnnls. mind'uH irMiisptjinlcil : siunc in l>inl. Hv rxpri'ss. |:i.',(l pi-r [in.; $MI1 |.«r f,(U), Ciisli wiili'or.irr. L. W. COODELL, Pansy Park, Dwighl, Mass. igo2. The American Florist. 535 SPECIAL April OFFER GERANIUMS. To reduce our stock of 100,000 plants at once, we will All orders for the following strictly high grade varieties, true to name and tirst-class in every respect: extra strong t> p cuttings, well rooted, ready for2H-inch pots, $1.50 piT 1.0; SU.CO per 1000; In Variety— S. A. Nutt (best crimson bul- der), E. G. Hill. F. Perkins, Beaute Poitcvine, Mme. Bruant, Dutchess of Orleans, La Favorite, .1. M. Garr, Snow Drift, Thos. Meehan, Alphonsc Riocard, L. P. Morton, Athlete, J. J. Harrison, E. Kelway, Mme. Jaulin. Double Fringed Petunias. If you want Petunias, we have them and can supply any quantity. Ten novelties selected from Henderson's and Dreer's latest sets, plenty of white, labeled. Extra strong rooted cult nes. SPECIAL PRICE, S1.09 per 100; $8.00 p r ItUO. 5>0 at 1000 rate. Smilax, strong seedlings ready for 2-inch pots, 500 per 100; $4.00 per 1000. CASH WITH ORDER. The W.T. Buckley Plant Co., Springfield, III. BARGAINS. READ THIS, FOR HERE IS WHAT YOU WANT AND WE WANT ROOM. Qeranlums, composed of S. A. Nutt, La Pilot, Richard Brett Frances Perkins, Beaute Poilevme, Dble. Gen. Grant, Bruanti, Ruy Bias. Gloire de France, Oentaurean, Alph. Riccard, Margaret de Leyas, Jas. Gaar, Wunder, Granville, La Favorite, Mme. Bruant. and several other varieties in 3>i in. pots, also Rose Geraniums, and want shifting at once, at $2.60 per 100; $20.00 per 1800 Special prices in lots of 5000 or more. SOU at 1000 rate. Coleus, In variety, 2ii-in. pots, $1.50 per 100; rooted cuttings 61c. per 100; $5.00 per 1000. Verschafleltil and Queen, 70c. per 100; $6.00 per lOOO. Anthemls Shower of Oold, R C, $1.50 per 10. Aseratum, in variety, 2^-in. pots, $2.00 per ICO; rooted cuttings, 60c. per lOu. Pncbslas, in v.4-incn, very fine, $6.C0 per 100. Roses— Ulrich Brunner, 3-year old, pot grown, havo just out a crop of flowers from them. Can now be safely stiaken out, grand stock either for next year's forcingor stock plants, own roots. $12.00 per 100. Paul Noyron, same as above, $12.00 per 100. Kentia Seedlings, from Hats, 1-ypar, $3.50 per ICO. Geranium Mrs. Pollock and Happy Thougat, 1 and 2-year stock, Plants from bench, $ii.OJ per 100. English Ivy, tall propagated, very tine, $1.2i per 101), $10.00 per 1000. Poinsettia, 1-year dormant. $3.00 per 100. Drac;cna Indivioa, 5, 6 and 7-inon pots 20 to 36 inches high, perfect plants, assorted sizes, $25.00 per 100. English Ivy, 4-inch, strong, $8.00 per 100. JOHM IRVIME & SOMS, Bay City, Mich. I A Discount of 50 "on Wittboldii Ferns I FOR 30 DAYS ONLY. 5 2Vi inch, $5.00; 3.ioch, $8.00; 4 inch, $12.00; .'■j-ioch, $20.00 per 100. % Bench plants, $3 to $8 per 100. Good for S inch pots, 50 cts. each. ^ This is a rare chance to get a stock of this New Fern cheap. I CASH PLEAS. A. J. BALDWIN, Newark, Ohio. ^ WABASH VaCSTION TRIPS. Do you expect to treat yourself to a vacation trip this sum- mer? If so, write for a copy of WABASn SUMMER TOUR BOOK giving a great variety of attract- ive tours with cost ot tickets and other valuable information. Write us about any trip you may have in mind. It's our busi- ness to help those who travel. C. S. CRANE, C. P. &T. A., St. Louis, Mo. F. A. PALMER, A. C. P. A., 97 Adams St., Chicago. I™ Regan Printing House «?""* CATALOGUES f LORISTS' ^"■"^^^^■■** 87-9J Plymouth Place, jftjkjk CHICAGO j>otj> AdjustablePlantStands THE BEST ON THE MARKET. I stand Sl.SO; 3 Stands S4 OO: 6 Stands S7.50; 12 Stands SI4. 00. YOU NEED TH(M IN YOUB BUSINESS. C. B. WniTNALL, MILWAUKEE, WIS. ^H ItBarnsfi The most convenient wav B^l of applying an insecticide i,\^ ever yet deviicd No pans |l^r required -No heating of f^ici jrons-No trouble-Cannot W^W' snjure the most sensitive f/Jj\ blooms -Very ertective. ^Aw Price 60«i» ■••t JMth at., Mvw vnav. Mention the American Rorist when wnfing to advertisers on this page. >♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦ BASKETS, GYGAS LEAVES, WHEAT SHEAVES 'I UP-TO-DATE, BEST IMPORTED. UNEXCELLED. Are indispensable to every well regulated Flower shon In order to have the Be$l, your orders should be placed with the LEADING FLORISTS' SUPPPLY HOUSE, ^ull line of Florists' Supplies always on hand. Catalogue for the asking. Leading Florists' Supply House. Importers and Manufacturers M.RIGE&GO., 918 Filbert Si., Philadelphia, Pa. OUR NEW FOLDING Cut Flower Box \ IS A PERFECT GEM. SEND FOR SAMPLE. | f HOLTON&HUNKELCO. \ MILWAUKEE, WIS. S y%^^'%^^^^'% SUCC." flSTEFFENS. ""STErrcilSBKIS it BLACK DEATH f9 (POWDER) TO UT TNEREOr IS TO DIE. BUG KILLER and FERTILIZER. Three years of unprecedented success wherever intro- duced all over the United States has proved "BLACK DEATH" to be a cheap and absolute annihilator of all insects, bugs or beetles that prey on vegetation, foliage and flowers. See what Peter Eeinberg said in this paper, Feb. 8. Other ttrong indorsements sent on receipt of postal card. Western Sales Agency, 335 Franklin St. . Chicago. HAinOI/ED BY SEEDSMEN. S. P. STRYKBK, Agrent. KROESGHELL BROS. GO. Greenhouse Boiler, 46 Erie St., CHIC AGO. GALVANIZED WIRE "BoUerBiuade of the beslof njaterlnt, nbell, firebox Vheetfl and beads of Bteel, water space all around CCront. sides and baok). Write for Information. IT BARClin «iHB«x»- — — — - 'PBICES. ' Fifty car loads of now Ralvanlzcd wlre.lnshortlcnR.hs. — Never was used. CiiitB from 6 to tl KauKt'. I'ut up 100 Ills, to a coll ana only one size wlru t<» ciu-li bundle. I'rkx of 1.000 polDti T5 ou. poitpftld. t HENKT A, DREER, t 714 ChMtnot St., Pkllft., Pft. Profitable Greenhouses "Curnoy" ^'reenhouses are profitable err-t-nhouses because they're operated under the most economical conditions. ' Ourncy" Heaters maintain an even heat with the least amount of care, burn a minimum amount of coal to maintain the desired tempera- ture, require no brick setting, and are without question the most efficient constructioDS on the market. A host of nurserymen already use the "Curney." Tf you're not on the list, send for catalogue and tlnd out more about it. Gurneys promote the greatest hothouse success. GIRNEV HEATER MEG. CO. 74 FRANKLIN ST.. BOSTON. Ill FIFTH AVE.. NEW YORK OITY. Western Selling Agents. JAMES B. CLOW & SONS. Franklin and ttarrison Stj., Chicago, III. WATER. If you want water only when the wind blows a windmill will do your work and cost less money than our Rider and Ericsson Hot Air Pumps, but if you want water every day while your flowers are growing and do not want your pump blown down when the wind blows too hard, no pump in the world can equal ours. We have sold about 20,OC0 of them during the past ^ twenty-five years, which is proof that we are not making wild statements. Our Catalogue *'A 3*' will tell you all about them. Write to near- est store. Rider-Ericsson Engine Co. 35 Warren St., New York. 692 Craig St., Montkeal, P. Q. 40 Dearborn St.. Ciiu-aoo. 239 Franklin St.. Boston. Tmiente-Rey 71. Havana, Cuba. 40 N. 7tli Si., Pnii.AUEi,riiiA. «A Pitt St , Stonet N. S. W. M'-rc.hant and Alakoa sis.. HoNOLrMi. I I I : LHRGE STOCK' GREENHOUSE GLASS QUK SRECtALTY* I i.HK« Seoond-Claii Mail Hatter. PlTBLIBHID IVEBT SaTTJBDAT BT AMERICAN FLORIST COMPANY. 334 Dearborn 5t., Chicago. BaiUrn Offlco: 79 Milk St., Boston. Subioription, tlOO a year. To Europe, 12.00. Subscriptions accepted only from the trade. SOCIETY OF AMERICAN FLORISTS AND ORNAMENTAL HORTICULTURISTS. OmcBBS — John Burton, Philadelphia, Pa., presiden J. W. 0. Deakk, Asheville, N. C., vice- presideni, Wm. J. Stbwabt, 79 Milk Street, Boston, Mass., secretary; H. B. Beattt, Oil City, Pa., treasurer. The eighteenth annual meeting will be held at Asheville, N. C, August, 19 22, 1902. THE AMERICAN CARNATION SOCIETY. Annual convention at Brooklyn, N. Y., Feb- ruary, 1903. Albkbt M. Hebb, Lancaster, Pa., secretary. CHRYSANTHEMUM SOCIETY OF AMERICA. Annual meeting at Asheville, N. C., August, 1902. Edwin Lonsdale, Chestnut Hill, Fa., Seo'y. AMERICAN ROSE SOCIETY. Annual meeting at call of executive committee, Lbonabd Babbon, 13(5 Liberty St., New York, secretary. THIS ISSUE 35 PAGES WITH COVER. CONTENTS. Notes on aquatics 541 Herbaceous plant notes 542 With the gcowers—J. A. Budlong, Chicago, (illus.) 542 A side-hill greenhouse in Flushing (illus.) 543 Chrysanthemums — Propagating 543 —The best sorts 543 — From cuttings to cut blooms 5i3 Arrangement of flowers and foliage (illus.) 544 Railroad farps to Asheville 544 American Carnation Society 544 A well grown cyclamen (illiis.) 545 Boston '. 545 New York 545 Chicago ., 546 Philadelphia 546 Cleveland 547 Water bury, Conn 547 Hail insurance 548 Platit exhibits at Asheville 548 The lily question 548 Greenhouse building 548 Chrysanthemum Society of America 548 Obituary 548 The seed trade 554 —.Japanese longiflorum lilies 554 The nursery trade 553 Columbus, O 556 Indianapolis 556 Our pastimes 558 Cincinnati 558 St. Louis 562 Dallas, Tex 664 Syracuse, N. Y 566 Los Angeles, Cal 568 Pittsburg 570 Notes on Aquatics. The season for planting aquatics hav- ing arrived, everything should now be in readiness. All repairs to natural ponds made necessary by severe winter weather, or by the incursion of mnskrats, should be completed. In most sections it will be possible to ascertain the condition of the stock carried over, as the warm weather experienced of late will have stimulated active growth and lily pads are to be seen on the surface of the water. Where new work is being carried out it will be important to attend to marginal plant- ing as the season is advancing, and late planted stock will require careful atten- tion. After the severe winter we have just passed through, it is most gratifying to note the condition of the bamboos. In some instances, where much exposed, the leaves are sear and dried up, but without exception they are all alive and showing signs of growth. It was a deplorable sight to see these noble grasses almost level to the ground when coated, as they were, with ice, and snrpriiing to see them assume their natural position after relieved of the weight, and suflering no damage. They grow in height, beauty and attractiveness every season and are increasing In popularity. Do not fail to include these with the other hardy grasses, arundos and so forth In connec- tion with planting the margin or sur- roundings of the pond or water garden, also such bushes as Cephalanthes occi- dentalis, Spirasa opulifolla and andro- medas in variety. In shallow water Typha latifolia is always at home and is worthy of a position in the best regulated water garden, as are many of our native grasses, flags and so forth. One of the moat charming aquatic plants in connec- tion with typha, or cat-tails, is Lythmm roseum. These should be planted in masses to secure the best eflect, and where there is ample space hibiscuses in variety should be planted, if not already naturalized, also Iris pseudoacorui and Lobelia cardinalis. Where space is limited and plants grown in boxes or tubs it will be neces- sary to replant, first renewing the soil. When planting select three or four of the strongest crowns which will, in all probability, give the finest and best flowers. Do not consider that because they did so well last year they will do equally as well this year. The condition ot plants grown in tubs or boxes must not be compared with plants growing in a natural pond or even planted out in an artificial pond. It will be well to look over all stock and in cases where new ponds were planted two or three years ago it may be necessary to do some thinning out, as all nympbfeas, given a fair condition to develop, will, in limited quarters, soon become crowded. The result will be smaller flowers, and where bunched together the leaves instead of floating on the surface will stand out of the water. These are liable to be attacked by red spider and thrlps, caus- ing disfigurement to the pond as well as the loss of flowers. It may be considered quite safe in any section to plant or transplant hardy nymphseai, but bear in mind that while hardy nymphteas may be transplanted from now until the end of August, to obtain the best results the first season, plant as early as is practicable. Mistakes are made occasionally by beginners, and others not well versed with the difierent varieties, in selecting both hardy and tender nymphasas, also nelumbiums. and having them shipped early. It follows that one or the other will sufi'er. If hardy nymphaeas are purchased and shipped early, say in April, and tender varieties and nelumbiums are included in the same order and no instructions given as to time or date of shipment, the whole order would doubtless be filled. If the party receiving the goods has a green- house or other means whereby the tender varieties and nelumbiums could be pro- tected until it was safe to plant out of doors, the plants might be saved and give every satisfaction, but without these accessories the plants would perish save in southern states. It is folly to plant too early, especially nelumbiums, although they are hardy, and buyers of aquatics requiring both hardy and tender varieties will do well if they wish all at one time to wait until it is safe to plant nelumbiums or tender nymphaeas and include the hardy ones with them, instead of including the tender with the hardy when it is safe only to plant the hardy. As a rule May is the best time to transplant nelumbiums although in southern states April may be as good. It is safer to leave the trans- planting of these until the first leaves appear on the surface of the water. May is the month for planting nelum- biums but it is difficult to fix a date; seasons are early or late, floods may interfere with digging and even a snow storm may cause serious inconvenience, as it did in the western states last year. 542 The American Florist. May J. Those securing tubers in April and start- ing them indoors will doubtless gain on those planting tubers out in May. Onr season ii none too long, even for nelum- biums. While writing on nelumbiumi I would mention a case that recently came into my observation. A novice becoming interested in aquatics, had a pond stocked with variousnymphaeasandnelumbiums. The pond, in due time was filled with the nelumbiums. Believing there was money in it, he has this season determined to get some cash returns from his pond and has ofiered the differentvarietiesby name for sale. When asked how he could determine one variety from another in the condition of tubers, he blandly replied that he could tell them by feeling. I am under the impression that sports occur among lotuses but I am not pre- pared to assert it as a fact at present. I know it requires vigilence and care to keep a number of varieties distinct and true to name. It is also more difficult to keep nymph ieas, especially hardy varie- ties, true to name. I have no suspected sport here but the greatest diflSculty is when a hybrid, or cross fertilized form, produces seed, as the seedlings rarely correspond with the parent plant and here I beg to state there are spurious forms of Nympheea odorata Caroliniana. The true form is scarce and entirely differ- ent from that offered by a western grower, although I presume that this particular person has no doubt that his stock is the true form. All water lilies are good flowers, but if every seedling is worthy of a specific name we shall soon have them by the thousands and it will be necessary to establish a committee to gauge these seedlings, so as to prevent them from getting into commerce or making our catalogues too bulky. Wm. Tricker. Herbaceous Plant Notes. All stock in the herbaceous grounds came safely through the winter. Very few, even of the doubtfully hardy species any dividing and replanting and we did not care to risk late planting, but now we have been at this job for several weeks, taking up one or two varieties at a time from the borders and, after cut- ting them up, replanting them in newly spaded and manured ground before they have time to wilt. Where there is a large and varied col- lection, you must be constantly on the lookout unless yon have two or three reliable men, who have had several years experience in digging and dividing herba- ceous plants. Otherwise you cannot leave them a minute alone. Tbey may destroy, spoil or tramp on one of your most valued treasures while you are gone. In digging up, they may shove in the spade slantingly and cut off the fleshy tap root of a rare alpine or they may cut half the fibers of a shallow rooting spe- cies by inserting the spade too near the collar of the plant. If they are not familiar with the habit of each species or variety, you have to tell them: "Now go deep down with your spade," or "now be careful, the roots are very brittle, handle them very carefully," and so forth. The mixing of varieties similar in growth, must also be guarded against and when you dig up several of the same species your men are rarely to be trusted in the matter. With things that are grown in large quantity, it is different, but there are hundreds of species and varieties which are only grown by the dozen or even in less numbers and here is where you have to exercise care to guard against mistakes and mixtures. On the whole the spring has been very favorable for transplanting herbaceous stock. Frost was out of the ground in March and the soil inworkingordersoon after snow disappeared. Since then we have had pleasant but cool weather, so that plants have not made much top growth and can yet be safely trans- planted. But after all we have really quite a t ..'-A.-4 i >M ^ ^ .^^^1 ^m^i ■ ^ t^ m ^H ^^^^^L ■ i A. H. Budlong. Kenneth Budloog. J. A. Budionp;. THREE GENERATIONS OF THE BUDLONQ FAMILY. have suffered and none were lost, though no covering of any description was applied. I am not in favor of protecting established plants, as I have stated often before. Too frequently they are_ smoth- ered by the material used as covering. We could not find time early last fall to do number of spring flowers fully out in bloom. Arabisalbida, A.albida fl. pi., A. alpina, A. alplna variegata and A. lucida are splendidly out. Caltha palustris monstrosa fl. pi. shows (juite a number of its large, deep golden yellow, densely double flowers. Aubretias in lilac, blue. purple, rose and red varieties are a mass of bloom. Erythroniums, white, purple and rose are at their best. Omphalodes verna has opened its first sky blue, forget- me-not- like flowers. Phlox subnlata in seven or eight vari- ous colored varieties is beginning to show up well. Iberis saxatile, I. sempervirens and I. sempervirens fl. pi., are a mass of white. Hepaticas are in full bloom. The megaseas show their pink spikes. Daphne cneorum is also beginning. Primulas are nearlvall out. Auriculas have opened the first flowers. Thedwarf Iris pnmila is out for a week now. Pulmonatias and mertensias are grand. M. Sibirica, I want to mention here, is suDerior to M. Virglnicawith us. Genista saggitalis, the low, prostrate, spreading, plant, has been a mass of gold for some days past and will surely continue for a month to come. Sanguinarias show up well in the rockery. Waldsteinia fraga- rioides is well furnished with its yellow strawberry-like fower clusters. The adonis is still in good form, though it was in bloom at the end of March. Claytonia Virginica shows its pinkish drooping flowerheads. Draba aizoides, on the rocks, is full of yellow sprays. Anemone nemorosa audits pretty double form are both out in the shady nooks and the tallest of all is the yellow, poppy- like stylaphorum, a common but never- theless a veryornamentalearly blooming plant. Six or eight different species of violets are fully out, with more to come in a few days, and the trilliums are also there. So flowers are not scarce in the herbace- ous border, though it is early in the sea- son and hyacinths and tulips have hardly begun to make an appearance and yet we can find but very few places where these early s pring flowers b a ve been in t rod uced. J. B. K. WITH THE GROWERS. J. A B0DLONG, CHICAGO, ILL. The pursuit of happiness in this world is, after all, largely a matter of dollars and cents. It is possible to be cheerful on an empty pocketbook, but it requires an optimistic temperament. For this reason, to the majority of us the choice of a vocation is a matter of much moment, attended with far reaching consequences. So it was with thedderly gentleman in the group on this page, but to the younger man it came largely as a matter o) course, and the lusty )ad in the center, while he maj' have other aspira- tions at the moment, can hardly escape the consequence of representing the third generation of the Budlong family, for is it not written that the sins of the father shall be visited upon the children even to the third and the fourth generation? Doubtless this applies when a man estab- lishes a successful greenhouse industry. J. A. Budlong was bom at Providence, K. 1., sixty-one years ago and now sel- dom misses his annual visit to the family seat. lie came to Chicago in 18G2, engaging in business with his brother, L. A. Budlong, in market gardening, the growing of onion sets, also building up one of the largest pickle factories in the country, but since he engaged in cut flower growing Mr. Budlong says that he hasn' t found a profit in pickling It was fifteen years ago that he built modest greenhouses at Bownianvillc and con- ducted them along unpretentious lines until about five years ago, when, with the assistance of his only son, the busi- ness was considerably enlarged. Mr. Budlong is one of those upon whom the jgo2: The American PlorisT. 54g 8I0E HILL GREENHOUSE OF A. L. THORNE, FLUSHING, LONG ISLAND, NEW YORK. cares of business rest liglitly but there is not a more vigorous man in the trade, no matter what hisyears. Athletic in every fiber of his body, it is his pleasure to take long bicycle toars and his leisure is always spent in some way which con- tributes to his physical enjoyment. A. H. Budlong, more familiarly known as B.rt, was born in Chicago, the year before the fire. He was brought up in the garden and about the greenhouses and as soon as he had completed his course in the commercial college was taken iuto the business, somewhat against his will, although he says he cer- tainly has now no cause to regret the choice that was made for him. He was married in 1892 and has two bright chil- dren, Kenneth, aged nine, whose striking resemblance to his father is shown in the picture, being in directlins for a course in rose growing and greenhouse manage- ment. The place now has 125,000 feet tf glass, much of it having been built since a wholesale store was opened at 37 Randolph street, where the cut of some twenty-five consignors is also handled. Glass to the extent of 50,000 feet is being added this year. Six new connected rose houses are now Well along toward completion. These are 27x200, built with Garland's iron gutter and posts, without purlin posts, 1 inch pipe being used for pudins, braced by a wire truss which runs through the range. There are no posts in the houses, except the gutter posts. The ventilation is all on the north side of the ridge, each alternate sash lifting from the top, the others from the bottom, which insures ventilation in all kinds of weather. These honses each have four five-foot benches, with 20inch walks. An unusual feature here is that the 2x6 stringers for the benches are lengthways of the house, with bottom boards crossways. This permits the bench posts to be six or seven feet apart, instead of two and one-half to three feet. The glass is 16x18 and the bars are sixteen feet on the south side and fourteen feet on the north, the gut- ters six feet, the ridge thirteen. In these new honses the two center benches are to be planted with Beauty, the side benches with Bride. Beauty is always one of the greatest successes here but last fall thrip got in and a very great deal of hard work has tailed to eradicate the pest. It has meant much loss, and this season strong fumigation with tobacco, which Mr. Budlong thinks is the only preventive, will be continued from the time the plants are housed until it becomes no longer safe. Three times as many Brides and Bridesmaids will be planted as last year and Meteor will be more largely grown, as it is done to per- fection. Liberty is to be discarded, but its space is to be given to Ivory. Mr. Budlong is a believer in carrying over rose stock but the exigencies of building require that the whole place be replanted with young stock this year. They have been propagating roses with fine results, of 250,000 Beauty cuttings at least ninety-five per cent having rooted. They have sold faster than they would root and this has grown to be an important part of the business. The greatest departure of the season will be the erection of three houses 27x200 for carnations, all efforts for some years having been centered on rose growing. These houses will be identical with the rose honses and will be planted to such sorts as Hill, Triumph, Lawson, Crane and Peru. All this big range will be heated from a central boiler plant, the present battery of three eighty-five and two fifty horse- power boilers being supplemented by one of 200 horse-power under which a Jones underfeed stoker will likely be operated. The extreme distance of piping from the boiler will be 500 feet. In the new range there will be three feed pipes across the ends of the houses, with a valve on each. These will supply the pipes under the benches, all of which will be flows and without valves. These pipes empty into three returns along the far end of the range. A Side-Hill House in Flushing. The accompanying illustration gives an exterior view of a portion of the greenhouses ol A. L. Thorne, at Flushing, Long Island, an establishment which enjoys an enviable reputation in the New York market for the quality of the roses and carnations grown therein. As will be seen, the house is built on a moder- ately steep side-hill, facing nearly south. Mr. Thorne, who is a very observant and methodical gentleman, states that he considers this side-hill house the most economical as to cost of heating, in his establishment, the coal used for a given area being twenty-five per c;nt less than that used in his top hill honses. The top range is heated by four No. 57 Hitchings boilers, and the range here illustrated, by two No. 57 and one No. 58. He attributes this saving mainly to the manner in which the side-hill house is protected from the north and west winds. The house is divided by a glass partition running north and south. In the smaller diyision, 40x150, are Ameri- can Beauties. There are two ventilators in the roof here and one under the lower bench. The larger division, 60x167, is devoted to Bride and Bridesmaid roses. Here are three ventilators in the roof. From this house Mr. Thorne states that, when in crop, he cuts from 800" to 2,000 flowers daily. The entire length of the house is 317 feet and no difficulty has been experienced in keeping a uniform temperature throughout. CHRYSANTHEMUMS. PROPAGATING. It is now time to put in cuttings of all varieties that are v?anted for planting out in June. If the stock plants have not been neglected they will at this time be producing some line cuttings, which will root readily. They will require close attention to prevent them wilting and will take a spraying two or three times a day. The best place to root chrysan- themums at this season is a north-side propagating house, using fresh, clean, sharp sand. Keep the cuttings shaded, also the temperature of the house a little close for a few days. After they have commenced to root ventilate more freely but guard against all draughts. Pot the young stock as soon as possible after it is well rooted, and after they take hold ol the soil give as ligot and cool a place as you can. 544 The American Florist. May Early propagated stock which has been potted a few weeks will be grow^ing rapidly now and must not be neglected. If they require it shift up into larger pots. The general routine of the work in caring for chrysanthemums for the next few weeks will be to figure np enough stock of the right varieties for your requirements and to see that the plants are kept free of insects, also that they do not sufler for want of water or by overcrowding. Artificial heat can be dispensed with altogether now and a crack of ventilation left on all night, which will give the plants a sturdy, vig- orous growth, also a constitution fit to stand the strain of work later on. THE BEST CHRYSANTHEMUMS. Ed. Am. Florist:— What are the best chrysanthemums to grow for exhibition, also best for standards? I should be pleased if you would give me instruc- tions how to proceed. The plants I have are in 3-inch pots. Will they make plants large enough for the fall exhibi- tions? J. W. S. The best chrysanthemums to grow into bush specimens for exhibition are varie- ties with a dwarf, stocky habit like Ivory, W. H. Lincoln, Henry Hnrrell, Mutual Friend, Mrs. Henry Robinson, Mme. F. Perrin, Geo. W. Childs and Col. D. Appleton. Among the best for stand- ards are Niveus, Mayflower, Golden Wedding, Georgianna Pitcher, Hicks Arnold, Mrs. S. T. Murdock and Geo. W. Childs. Plants in 3-inch pots at this time are too small to make very large speci- mens for this season. The best thing to do with plants of that size now is to pot them along as fast as they require it, giving them every encouragement by paying strict attention to watering, air- ing and topping, figuring on giving them the final shift about the middle of July. They can be worked up into nice speci- mens in 8-inch pots and with some of the most vigorous possibly in 10-inch. I would not advise "f. W. S." to try and do much in the standard line with plants in 3-inch pots at this time. They should by now be at least two feet high; more would be better. It will therefore be much cheaper for "J. W. S." to let some one else grow the standards for this sea- son and then make an earlier start another year. October and November is a good time to get them started. Grow them along till about three feet high, then piuch the tops out and also remove the side shoots except about six or eight at the top of the plant, which should be allowed to grow to form the head, they in turn being pinched back as required. FROM CUTTINGS TO CUT BLOOMS. Ed. Am. Flobist: — I should be pleased to have you outline for me the culture of Glory of Pacific and Polly Rose chrysan- themums from the cuttings to the cut bloom. R. L. Glory of Pacific and its sport, Polly Rose, are very useful early chrysanthe- mums, but their season is rather short, and this should be taken into considera- tion when planting them. It is a good time to start the cuttings from now up till the first of June. They are both very vigorous growers and will go right ahead from the start. In planting you will have to figure to set them about six inches apart each way on account of their heavy foliage. They easily might take more room than that, but I doubt if it would pay. Like a good man; varieties with heavy foliage they will sometimes wilt badly during excessively hot weather, especially if the beds are allowed to get too wet. In such instances it is best to keep the soil a little dry, making up for it by extra syringing and dampeningthe walks. Oatsideof thisthey will take the same treatment as other commercial varieties and in taking the buds we have had the best results from the crowns, taken about August 15. Chas. W. Johnson. ' '■ '^ .., f ^^ ^^1^ fi ^^v ^^■v.«,,-f| ■^- r^-^\ u^ "•^ ^^^^L^Sja ;^ ^ ^ mm >r. ,. Railroad Fares to Asheville. The railroads represented in the South- eastern Passenger Association have agreed to a special rate of one fare for the round trip to AshevUle and return from all points in their territory for the S. A. F. convention next August. This covers all the territory east of the Missis- sippi, and south of the Ohio river to Cincinnati and a line drawn therefrom through White Sulphur Springs and Washington. This is the lowest rate of transporta- tion ever conceded to the society and should insure a very large attendance from that section of the country. The railroads participating in this agreement are the following: Alabama Gr^at Southero Railroad, Alabama ,V- Vickabiir;; Railway, Atlantii; Coa3t Line Railroad, At'.anta, KnosviUe .V Northern Railway, At'autic, Vaidosta iV Westi-rn Railway, Atlantic .V' Binninuham Railroad. Ilaltimore .V Ohio Southwestern Railroad, Central of Georgia Railway, Charleston .V Western Carolina Railway. Cincinnati A New Orleans A Teias Pacific Rail- way, Florida East Coast Railwav. Frisco System (K. C. M. &B. R. R.), Georgia Ra'lroad, tie'^ri.Ma Southern .V Florida Railway, Illinois Central Railroad, Jacksonville .V southwestern Railroad. Louisville & Nashville Railroad. Macon, Dublin .\: Savannah Railroad, Macon A Biriiiin'„Miam Rai;wa\', Mobile A Ohio Railroad. Nashvilli', Chattanooga A St. Louis Railway, Ni'w Orl''ans .V Northeastern Railcoad, Norfolk A Western Railway, Plant System of Railways, " Ri'-hmond. Fredericksburg APotomai' Railroad, Southern Railwav, The West Point Route (A. A W. P. R. R. & W. Ry. of Ala.) Tifton A Nortlieaitern Railroad. Tifton, Tliomasville A Gulf Railway, Washinf^ton Southern Railway, Western A Atlantic Railroad, Wriiihtsville A Tennille Railroa'^, V;izoo& Mississippi Valley Railroad. For the Trunk Line, New England, Central and Western Committees' terri- tories rates have not yet been fixed, but for such part of the journey as comes within southeastern control, passengers from other jurisdictions are assured of a fare based upon the rate above given and as soon as anything more definite has been agreed upon, prompt announce- ment of same will be made. Wk. J. Stbwart, Sec'y. ARRANGEMENT OF FLOWERS AND FOLIAOE. American Carnation Society. Reports of the Indianapolis meeting of the society will be ready for distribution early In May. These will be sent to all paid up members and to any who may join the society during the coming year. Membership costs $2 per annum and this amount is to be sent the secretary ii jon wish to join. DHPARTMBNT OF REGISTRATION. Peter Fisher, FIlis, Mass., registers Enchantress, a beautiful shade ot light pink, deepening toward the center, simi- lar to but far ahead of Daybreak at its very best In size and substance it is as far ahead of that grand old variety as Law- son was in its class at the time of its introduction. The plant is a splendid grower, of vigorous constitution, ideal habit and a very early, free and continu- ous bloomer. Blooms are of fine form, the guard petals being wide and well arranged. The center is full and well built up. The calyx does not burst and the blooms run three and one-half inches to four inches in diameter. The stem is two to three feet, strong and stifl and sup- ports the flower perfectly erect. Easily the greatest advance in its color to date. tgo2. The American Florist. 545 It is in the same class as Lawson, its polen parent, bat ahead of that variety' in form, size of bloom, length of stem, productiveness and early blooming. It is of easy cultivation, a splendid propa- gator, shipper and keeper Albert M Herr, Sec'y. A Well Grcwn Cyclamen. The accompanying illustration is from a photograph of a cyclamen grown by Frank Sladen, gardener to George W. Fifield, Lovfell, Mass. Mr. Sladen's cultural methods are simple. He sows the seeds in pans and when the plants are up pricks them off into flats filled with light loam, leaf mold and sand. The young plants are kept in the house, with plenty of air in favorable weather. After the first potting they are shitted twice, as they require it, a little extra manure being added to thesoil each time. The final shift brings them to 7- inch pots. When they begin to set buds a little manure water is given once a week. Boston. BREEZY NARRATIVE OF THE SEASON'S HAP- PENINGS AT THE HUB AND IN ITS VICIN- ITY— OUTDOOR FLORAL DISPLAY —CITY RETAILERS REPORT NOTHING DOING BUT LOCAL MEN FIND THBMSBLVESOVER RUN WITH PLANTING ORDERS —GARDENER TAKES UP COMMERCIAL PURSUITS —VIS- ITORS AND OTHER NOTES. Boston is at present experiencing the delights of an early and very exuberant spring. Everybody who can is out of doors enjoying the feast of color and fra- grance. The gardens are glowing with yellow forsythias, scarlet py ruses, gor- geous magnolias, feathery spirieas and brilliant tulips, daflodili and hyacinths The soft green of young foliage is every- where and the air is redolent with the odor of cherry blossoms. It ii not sur- prising, under such conditions, that the theater of floral interest should shift from the confines ot the flower store to :he enticing landscape of woodland, park and garden and that the city dealer, on on being pressed for news to help fill out the weekly budget of the industrious scribe, has to confess that he finds him- self entirely destitute. Of course, there are weddings, engage- ments, deaths and an occasional dinner where flowers in greater or less quantity are demanded and the frequent trans- atlantic steamer departures with which this port is • now favored add to the opportunities for the city florist to eke out a living, and the curbstone broker stands ever-ready to barter on the daily shipments of greenhouse product which arrive in augmented bulk at the whole- sale houses, but the grower, although insistent as ever in regard to the market value of his product, finds his thoughts turning seriously to the problems raised by the approach of the planting season and the annually recurring question of whether to build or not to build, while, if he is engaged in local retail trade, he finds himself literally swamped with the stupendous demand for shrubs, plants and shade trees which the prevailing revival in garden taste has brought forth. Whatever may be the lot of the city flo- rist, his suburban brother certainly realizes that there is no such thing as rest in these hustling spring weeks and goes to bed when the day is ended, weary In body and mind, and the clubs and other prized "functions" of a social nature are forgotten and must get along as best they can without him. CYCLAMEN GROWN BY FRANK SLADEN, LOWELL, M*SS. This latter obseivation was inspired by the absence of more than one-half of the members at the meeting of the Horti- cultural Club last Thursday night despite the fact that it was known that the always-popular M. H. Norton was to preside, and also by a visit to the nur- series of R. & J. Farquhar & Co., at Ros- lindale, where brother Wm. Donald, erst- while a private gardenerot wide renown, but now manager of the greenhouse and nursery end of that enterprising firm, is learning, as so many private gardeners yearn to learn, just where the fun comes in of being a commercial man and how it feels as compared with the fun of win- ning medals at the exhibitions, and it is no wonder that his features wear a puz- zled intensity of expression that speaks for itself. But the stock speaks for itself, too, and the two long greenhouses are filled to overflowing with a tremendous variety of bedding material and the acres of nursery, frames and storage sheds are equally expressive of prosperity and skillful management. Visitors from afar have not been numer- ous the past week S. S. Pennock's earnest representative, E. J. Fancourt, favored us with a brief call and reported business in the ribbon department excel- lent all along the line except in Boston, and ouresteemed contemporary, J. Austin Shaw, also favored us with a call, which we unfortunately missed. A valued friend whom we used to welcome with pleasure every spring as a worthy expo- nent of Emerald Isle enterprise, Hugh Dickson, writes from Belfast that he is now married and settled down for life and , with the added cares of a new branch establishment at Dublin, thinks he may never see "the States" again. As a stand-off to this dispiriting intelligence comes the news that Boston is to be hon- ored next week with a visit from George C. Watson, with order book in hand, also incidentally his ginger jar, pepper potand various other characteristic accessories. Knowing the value of discretion we shall treat him with deference, feed him on beans and other dtlicacies and be careful not to jar him. George A. Satherland has taken advan- tage of a vacant store adjoining his establishment on Hawley street and has filled it up with the largest stock of metal wreaths, porcelaine flowers and other manufactured material of this class ever displayed in Boston. As Decoration day now looms up in the near future and the unusually forward season may cause the usual supply of spring blossoms to fall short, George sees prospects ahead of a big trade in these artificial goods. The daily papers report another "hold up" in which Stephen Geary, a gardener of Bangor, Me., now employed at Winthrop, was the victim. _ He was struck ou the head with a blackjack and robbed of $5, all the money he had. His assailants were two colored men, one of whom was promptly captured by the police. New York. TRADE NOT HEAVY AND SUPPLIES ALL THAT MARKET CAN ASSIMILATE AT LOW PBICES. — OUTDOOR FLOWERS FROM SOUTH FIND WELCOME.— CARNATIONS HAVE THE ADVANTAGE OF ROSES IN RECEPTION BY BUYBBS.— CLUB MUST MOVE. — A VARIETY OF TRADE AND PER- SONAL DOINGS. Last week's report of the state of the cut flower trade would fit this present week as well. We have not the extreme hot weather, and much-needed showers have intervened, but the conditions of supply and demand have not changed materially. Outdoor lilacs are being brought from the south in large quanti- ties and, being popular, are sold readily by all grades of florists to all classes of people. Daflodils from the open ground are also crowding in and have settled the market for the indoor goods, excepting 546 The American Florist. May 3, in the case of some of the very choice varieties. Violets, as a rule, are value- less. Roses are abundant in all grades, as are also carnations, but the latter seem to have the advantage somewhat. Lilies aie very abundant. This fact came in fortunately for Alex. McCon- nell, who on April 29 had a big wedding decoration at the Church of the Heavenly Rest, in which millionaire Ziegler's daughter was the bride and in which the extensive decoration of chancel and aisles was almost exclusively of lilies and palms Steamer trade is fully up to the average for the date. The New York Florists' Club has been notified that the Elks' Hall, where they met for a number ot years, will not be available for their use any longer. A special meeting was called for last Mon- day evening, at which it was decided to leave to the officers of the club the selection of a new headquarters. The new Cut Flower Exchange opened at 5 a. m. May 1, amid most auspicious circumstances. There was a large crowd present and all were highly pleased with the surroundings and location. The hall is very spacious and light. A new double pink geranium, very floriferous and of excellent habit has been put on the market by J. M. Horsburgh, of Elizabeth, N. J., under the name of Harriet Cleary. J. P. Cleary is duly elated thereat. George Saltford has written a hand- book for beginners in violet culture to be published next week by the Violet Cult- ure Company The title is, "How to Make Money Growing Violets." Clucas & Boddington are moving to more commodius quarters at 812 and 814 Greenwich street. C. H. Joosten is also changing his address from 85 Dey street to 178 Chambers street. Julius Roehrs has just received from Germany a choice piece of marble stat- uary in recognition of his approaching silver wedding anniversary. Rovatzos & Molfz have opened a wholesale store at 6 West Twenty-sixth street, opposite the entrance to the Exchange. George Saltford is fitting up and is about to open a cut flower commission house at 46 West Twenty-ninth street. W. H Kay has removed from 42 Dey street to 244 Pulton street, where he will occupy the entire building. Visitors: G C. Watson, Philadelphia; Arthur Cowee, B-rhn, N. Y.; J. T. But- terworth. South Framingham, Mass. Johnnie Weir: "I'm worse than a Greek, if there's any money to be made at it." President Sheridan: "Please put that motion In writing." Frank Traendlj: (sotto voce) "Any- thing doing?" Gleanings of Greater Gotham. Recorded in the phonograph. — William Elliott: "The betf trust might pinch the inwards of some less unfortunates; it's not the case with us The Hollanders were ovtrgenerous with their consign- ments, insomuch that it kept us guef>sing where we were going to find a market for 200 cases of roses and conifers. Have overcome the obstacle and cleaned up a profit that is satisfactory to both sides of the house." Henri Beaulieu: "My pansies, Madame Perret, were awarded a gold medal at the Pan-American to Mr. Wra. Scott; the seeds were supplied by me. Please be sure to tell it in the Ambkican Fjlo- bist" Charlie Carlin: "Whene'er I take my walks abroad, how many things I see." Billie Bogart: "I was always good looking and always expect to be." Enchantress to Lawson: "Don't be so puffed up." Chicaeo. TRADB ACTIVE AND SUPPLY AND DEMAND WELL BALANCED — BDSINESS DOWN TO A STEADY SPRING LEVEL. — SUPPLY SHORTENED BY REPLANTING AND OTHER CAUSES.— BIG HAIL STORM WRECKS GREENHOUSES AT BLUE ISLAND. — NOTES OF THE LOSSHS.— NOTES OF DOINGS OF GROWERS AND OTHERS. A feeling of general satisfaction with trade conditions prevails in the whole- sale market. In the last ten days sup- plies have continued to decline, while demands increased until the ratio between them has assumed an excellent balance. Beauties are going ofl crop with most of the large producers and supplies are not now unwieldy, with the prospect of $4 for long-stemmed stock before many days. There is a good deal of the very short material but it is mov- ing at fair prices. Brides and Brides- maids are of good quality for the season, althrugh the latter are losing somewhat in color. Meteor, with many growers, is showing marked improvement. The Liberty cuts are coming on and Kaiserin is beginning to make Its appearance. There are still a great many carnations, but those of shipping grade are none too plentiful. Whites continue to lead the demand, but reds are also frequently called for. Violets are about out of the market and bulbous stock is seldom seen, except belated Easter lilies and callas, which continue to be plentiful. The first outdoor tulips are at hand. Lily of the valley has shortened up decidedly and better prices are being realized. Smilax is selling well, but there is enough for all requirements. Asparagus is not very good, as a rule, but there is lots of it There seems a very good prospect for at least an ample s-upply of greens next season, for several big growers are enlarging theircapacity in this direction. The most destructive hail storm which has been known in this. section in many years swept over Blue Island on the afternoon of April 25 The stones were heavy enough to break all greenhouse glass in their path and the wind was so strong that it added to the breakage. The heaviest loser was Bryfogle, the veg- etable grower, who will need upwards of 800 boxes of 16x24 glass to repair the houses. This means a loss of more than $4,000, to say nothing of the injury to the stock, which was very great. Heim Brothers lost 600 boxes of glass, and a great deal ot the stock was cut to pieces and rendered valueless. The same story is told of H & R. Hilmers, where 300 boxes of glass were broken. W. F. Hen- nig, who has just started in business, lost 100 boxes, under which were 2,000 fine geraniums in 4-inch pots and other bedding plants which were practically ruined. Wietor Brothers are preparing to bench 50,000 chrysanthemums for (all, their list of varieties running the whole course of the early to late sorts of recent intro- duction. They have also bought 3,000 Harrisii and longiflorum bulbs for next spring's forcing. Kcnnicott Brothers Company got into their additional space this week, their room being enlarged some thirty percent by the removal of a partition in the building. During the summer the place will be remodeled and the facilities much improved. Luke Collins has taken possession of the Paterson place, formerly occupied by Ed. Eagle, and is preparing to relay the glass on a couple of the houses, the rest of the place being in very fair shape. Mr. Eagle is now in a new place farther south. The tulips at Lincoln Park have been in bloom this week. The authorities are evidently buying a very inferior grade of bulbs now, the plants being very uneven Many of the beds are empty. H. Basuke, at Bowmanville, has had fine success this season with carried-over Beauties. He had a fine crop tor Christ- mas and has another good cut on now. Randall handles it. The Adam Schillo Lumber Company has been organized by the heirs of Adam Schillo, from whom many of the local greenhouse people have been buying their lumber. We are informed by the J. D. Thompson Carnation Company that blooms of their new variety. Enchantress, will not be ready for exhibition before October 1. During the hail storm of April 25 Mrs. Bryfogle, of Blue Island, was thrown from her buggy in a runaway and slightly injured. Mrs. Warren, who has conducted the Klunder place on Michigan avenue since the old gentleman's death, is looking for a purchaser. There will be thousands of visitors at the parks tomorrow and during the next few days, for the tulip displays are at their best. Bassett & Washburn are glazing anew house 35x300 and 20 feet to the ridge, which is to be devoted to asparagus. O. P. Bassett, Mrs. Bassett and her mother went to West Baden Tuesday evening for the usual ten days' stay. Paul Kopanka has gone to Kansas City to become foreman for George M. Kellogg, at Pleasant Hills, Mo. E. A. Asmus & Co. have their place in good running order now and report a steadily increasing business. The annual spring picnic of theemploves of Vaughan's Seed Store will take place May 11. Visitors: C. A. Dutton, Holland, Mich.; H. B. Blaisdell, Bradford, 111. PhilaJdphia. WONDERFULLY HBAVY CUT OF BEAUTIES. — QUALITY E.XCELLENT AND PRICES VERY LOW — OTHER STOCK ALSO PLENTIFUL BUT WELL CONSUMED. — BEDDING PLANT- MEN HAVE ALL THEY CAN DO.— STOCK ALREADY EXHAUSTED IN MANY LINES.— NOTES OF VARIOUS DOINGS OP MEN OF THE TRADE. This is Beauty weather and the quan- tity of this rose now coming in com- pletely dwarfs all the other varieties. All the shipping boxes are pressed into service and still there are not enough and in some cases they are carried in bundles. The quality of the stock is excellent, when the quantity is considered. One grower sent in 1,300 blooms for one day's cut. Prices are away down; $1.50 per dozen will buy a fine grade of extra long-stemmed stock and, as the fakirs are seen on the busy corners in the shop- ping districts, with great armloads of just such stock, calling out "15 cents, two for a quarter," some idea may be had as to what they pay. Bridesmaids and Brides are also plentiful, but the igo2. The American Florist. 547 market seems to take the balk of the stock without troublf ; $6 to $10 is the price. Robt. Scott & Sjd are sending In some well colored Scott roses. It is a pity this variety does not have a longer stem, as it is a beantifal flower of perfect form and color when half to full blown. We hope to see more of it next season. Carnations are good and plentiful; $2 will now buv very fine stock, but a few fancies still fetch $3 to $4, although the demand for these is light. This week will wind up the violets. The streets are now lined with lilac and spring blossoms, which sell well. The bedding plant men are now very busy. Geraniums, particularly, are mov- ing very quickly and all clas-es of this stock is in great demand. Good roses are scarce, the mott of the stock being too small to suit fastidious customers who want an efiect at once and are willing to pay for it. Rhododendrons are also in great demand. H. Waterer is sold out and says he had to refuse orders for over a thousand plants, as he could not get the stock to supply them. M. Rice, of M. Rice & Co., sailed for Europe last Saturday. Mr. Rice says he finds it pays to go to the European mar- kets and look the goods over personally and in this way get next to the novelties that may be offering. His firm report the best business in their history the past year. Mr. and Mrs. Robert Crawford cele- brated the twenty-fifth anniversary of their wedding last Friday evening. Their many friends gathered to extend their congratulations. The house was hand- somely decorated and all present enjoyed themselves hugely. H. Bayersdorfer has a scheme to cen- tralize the wholesale business, both of cut flowers and florists' supplies, that if he could bring it about would certainly revolutionize things. We wish him suc- cess, but — Robt. Craig & Son have just received a large importation of bay trees, which carried very well. They are handling thousands of rooted carnation cuttings; in fact, they never had such a demand. Pennock Brothers have had a pretty window decoration of apple blossoms. Two large trunks and limbs of apple trees were covered with the branches in bottles of water. Joseph Heacock reports an immense sale of young Beauties and could have sold thousands more if he had room to handle the young stock. Geo. C. Watson is off on a trip to Bos- ton and vicinity. K. Cleveland. CLDB HOLDS WELL ATTENDED SESSION.— INTEREST IN THE QUESTIONS AND DISCUS- SIONS.— ABOUT THE LILY TROUBLES — THE BEST BEDDING GERANIUMS. — OTHER BEDDING PLANTS. — TRADE STILL ACTIVE ON CUT FLOWERS —VARIOUS NOTES. The regular meeting of the club was held April 28, with the attendance beyond the average. It is very gratifying to note the increased interest taken in these meetings. Out of the question box came a query from A. SAmitt: Is there such a lily as longiflorum "multiflorum" and what is meant by calling a lily that only produces from one to three flowers to a stalk "multiflorum?" The question remained unanswered, but in the discus- sion which followed Adam Graham expressed the opinion that the bulbs shipped to this country from Japan are in a great measure seedlings collected in a haphazard way by the natives, sold to the dealers, who bundle them into boxes, ship them to this and other countries labeled to suit the purchaser, "multi- florum," "giganteum," "eximum," or any other old "mum." In his opinion this state of affairs will continue until the business of lily growing in Japan is taken in hand by thoroughly practical men and a process of weeding out prac- ticed until nothing but the best strain remains in cultivation. Not until then need we expect relief from the lily trouble. It is a commendable fact that the Har- risii growers of Bermuda are working on these lines at present, as a marked improvement has been noticed in thq bulbs from Bermuda this season. A further improvement is promised for next year. It is to be hoped the promises will be fulfilled and the Harrisii in time restored to its former glory. In geraniums, Mr. Schmitt says the new variety, Jean Viand, is a decided acquisition to the bedding list Nuttand Hederant are considered among the best of the older varieties. There is an open- ing for a good white one. Wm. Hart said Hederant, or double Grant, as some call it, requires a heavy soil to grow it to perfection. Planted in lightsoil it has a tendency to rust. There was a divers- ity of opinion concerning heliotrope as a bedding plant, Mr. Brinker claiming the demand is increasing for this old-time favorite, while others thought there was a decline in the demand for heliotropes, fuchsias and ivy geraniums. The stores still continue to do a good business and prices remain about the same, with some slight variations. Swe°t peas are becoming plentiful. Carnations still continue scarce. Smilax has short- ened up and good stock is hard to get; plenty of adiantum is to be had. Mr. Cnshman, of Sylvania, 0 , honor- ary member and ex- president of the Cleveland Florists' Club, was in town last week looking very happy. It is a daughter. Mrs. S. A. E. Lyman, of the Essex Greenhouses, is sending in some extra fine snapdragon. R Hoiiman, of Miles avenue, reports business good. Ecbo. ■Waterbury, Conn. NOTES OF A VISIT TO A SUCCESSFUL GROWER. — HEAVY CUT OP HIGH GRADE ROSES —EXPERIENCE WITH THE NEWER CARNATIONS. — NOTES OF OTHER DOINGS. It is evident from the widespread dis- cussion of the superiority of grafted roses over those on their own roots, that the former will be largely planted this com- ing season. All through the New Eng- land states the grafted rose practically holds sway, having displaced the own root stock at the ratio of at least three to one. A. Dallas, who is not only a practical grower, but a man endowed with business acumen as well, has kept a record for the past few years, showing the yield of two rose houses, each 20x150. Thus his book shows that from October 1, 1901, up to March 1, 1902, his cut amounted to 62,194, all first-class roses, such as would bring in the open market $8 per hundred. These are aciual figures and speak for themselves Aside from all other considerations, having equipped his houses with solid beds, he finds no need of replacing his plants every sum- mer. On the contrary, the difference between four-year-old plants and young stock, as I observed at his own place, seems to be in favor of the former. Thus considerable is saved in labor and expense. Four houses, each 20x150, are given to carnations and one of equal dimensions to smilax, asparagus and miscellaneous plants. Among the pinks Marquis most decidedly takes the lead and, in Mr. Dallas' opinion, one would have to seek high and low to find its equal. Frances loost, Genevieve Lord and the old James Dean are likewise behaving splendidly, while LawBon, like everywhere else, stands without a peer. Morning Glory is away ahead of Daybreak, and, though comparatively small, it has certainly proved a most desirable and paying variety. Cressbrook and Nelson will be added to the list of pinks next season. In reds Crane and Jubilee are the only two, both doing well, while in whites Queen Louise holds first place, with White Cloud and Flora Hill as close sec- onds. Bradt is the only fancy. Under the supervision of foreman Carl Bjorklund things about the establishment are in the pink of condition. Neatness and order are not the least attractive features about the place. At the Union street establishment, where the store is located, palms and ferns are grown in quantity. Business has been exception- ally good all through the season and the spring season bids fair to prove a record breaker. Nomis. Tarrytown, N. Y. HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY HOLDS INTER- ESTING MEETING. — MEMBERSHIP LIST GROWING STEADILY AND RAPIDLY. The regular meeting of the Tarrytown Horticultural Society was held on April 24. President Wm. Scott in the chair. The following were proposed for mem- bership: H. H. Rayner, Tarrytown; Wm. Hasting, of Tuxedo Park; Robert Borcham, of Ardsley, and Henry Kast- berg, of Dobbs Ferry. The following were elected to membership: Edward Cosgrove, Henry Harms and James Bal- lantvne, and to honorary membership, W. R. Cobb, Tarrytown, and N. E. Sands, of Ardsley. It was decided to hold a show in June and the arrange- ments were referred to the executive com- mittee. The schedules for the November show are now ready and will be sent on application to the secretary, E. W. New- brand, Tarrytown. An essay was read by Wm. Gomer- sall, of Fishkill, entitled "Our Outdoor Fruits," and after discussion a vote of thanks was given Mr. Gomersall. "A. J. R. Allentown, Pa. GROWER STARTS WITH FOUR MODEL HOUSES.— WILL GROW FOR WHOLESALE. John F. Horn, when he concluded to move into his own place, built, to start with, three carnation houses each 20x300 and one rose house 25x140. These are built in the best possible way and equipped with all the modern appliances. Besides his retail trade, which is large, Mr. Horn intends growing for the whole- sale market as well. The best standard varieties and a few of the novelties of this year's introduction will constitute the carnation stock to be grown next season. NoMis, Crete, III.— Gottwald Heinrich has opened a store at Chicago Heights, with Miss Anna Brockman in charge. Albany, N. Y.— The partnership here- tofore existing under the name of Wood- ward, Sherman & Eberle was dissolved April 25 by mutual consent. The busi- ness will be continued by Frank A. Sher- man and Frederick W. Eberle, under the name of Sherman & Eberle. 548 The American Florist. May 3, Seventeenth Year. Subaoription, $1.00 a year. To Europe, $2.00. SuDBcriptionB accepted only from those in the trade. Advertisements on all except cover pages, 10 Cents a Line, Agate ; $1.00 per inch. Cash with Order. No Special Position Guaranteed. Discoants are allowed, only on consecutive inser- tions, as follows — 6 times, 5 per cent; 13 times 10 per cent; 26 times, 20 per cent; 52 times, 30 per cent. cover space sold only on yearly contract at 11.00 per inch, net, in the case of the two front pages, regular discounts ap- plying only to the back pages. The Advertising Department of the Ahebican Flobist is for Florists, Seedsmen and Nurserymen and dealers in wares pertaining to those lines on/y. Orders for less than one-hall inch space not accepted. Advertisements must reach us by Wednesday to secure insertion in the issue for the following Saturday. Address AMERICAN FLORIST CO., Chicago. MoHE grafted rosea will be planted this spring than ever before, particularly in the west. We are in receipt of some good blooms of marguerites and spikes of stocks from N Greivelding. There was never greater demand for competent growers and it certainly spells higher wages for first-class men. A NEAT and salable window box is made of inch boards covered with rough bark, bound by half round, bark covered strips at the corners. The number of legitimate "want" advertisementsina publication is always a good indication of the way that paper is read by the people. Despite the fact that many growers have met with little success in growing Liberty, plants of this rose are the most readily salable item in the list of young stock The mailing label on your paper ihowa when your subscription expires; when you send your renewal note that the date changes within two weeks; it will serve as your receipt. Contributions to our columns are welcomed, but correspondents must not fail to sign their full name. There is no other place but the waste basket for unsigned manuscript. Hail Insurance. There was a severe hail storm at Blue Island, 111., last week. Ten of the hail stonei weighed one pound and it may be easily imagined that they made consider- able havoc with greenhouse property. The losses to local florists, estimated on a strictly conservative bati^, were about as follows: Heira Bros , $5,000; H. & K. Hilmers, $2 000; Mrs. Bryfogle, (market gardening) $C),500; W. V. Hennig, $700. There are a couple ot other smaller florists at Blue Island, whose losses wc could not ascertain. As a matter of information it may be stated here that most of the glass on the establishment of Heim Brothers was 16x24, double thick. Three-fourths of these panes were broken. One or two old houses were glazed with single thick glass and prac- tically every pane was broken. Not one of these concerns carried hail insurance. The lesson is obvious, and every greenhouseman throughout the country will do well to take it to him- ■elf Write at once to John G. Esler, Saddle River, N. J., and tell him to insure your greenhouses. It Did the Business. Ed. Am. Flor'st:— Enclosed is $1 to pay for our one-inch advertisement "Fifty Thousand Roie Plants." It appeared only once but it did the busi- ntss; sold all our plants. Fostoria, O. Fostobia FLOBii, Co. Plant Exhibits at Asheville. Ed. Am. Florist:— Our Auditorium is completed and the grounds are ready for planting. If any florist wishes to exhibit growing plants of any kind at the August S A. F. meeting, I will be glad to plant and care for a limited number free of all charge except the freight or express on same. J. W. C. Deake. Asheville, N. C. The Lily Question. Elsewhere in this issue we print part of a letter from Japan bearing on the Lilium loDgiflorum question and appar- ently confirming the views taken in recent articles which have appeared in the American Florist. It would seem that the fierce competition here and in Japan has caused the importers of these bulbs to overlook the primary rights of buyers to receive true stock fully matured and in condition to produce first-class results if properly handled. There is a moral question involved here. No sell-respect- ing nurseryman will dig a deciduous tree in leaf or allow it to be dug except in the presence of the man who is to use it and who takes the risk himself after a full explanation. Greenhouse Building. Mason City, la — Wheeler Floral Com- pany, two houses 20x42; one 25x42. Creston, la. — Floral Park Greenhouses, two houses 20x80. Warren, 0.— John Adgate, two houses. Manchester, Mass. — Philip Dexter, con- servatory 135 feet long. Beverly Cove, Mass. — Geo. E. Ward, range of houses. Edgelv, Pa. — Floral Exchange, rose house 63x307. West Medway, Mass. — Albert Smith, cucumber house. Chas. M. Smith, cucum- ber house. Hartland, Me.— H. C. Fuller, onehouEe Yonkers, N. Y.— S. Unttrmfyer, range of conservatories. Orange, N. ]. — B. N. French, house 12x70. E. Van Gasbeck, house 12x57. Brooklyn, N. Y.— P. McGowan, con- servatory. Chrysanthemum Society of America. The action taken by those members of the Chrysanthemum Society of America, who met at Indianapolis in February, should be endorsed by and receive the hearty support of all who grow the chrysanthemum, for there is much good work awaiting the doing in the chrvsan- themum field. The interest in the chrys- anthemum is extensive and assuredly will be long sustained; since the popular regard for the flower has grown to such an extent it will always be in large demand in its season. The record of work performed by the C. S. ofA. from its inception to date, though falling short of what might be expected in vol- ume and comprehrnsiveness, is at least satisfactory in itstfii;lency,and the bene- fits arising therelrom have accrued to the growers. The action above mentioned, of hold- ing an exhibition in cbrysanthemam time, should arouse widespread general interest. The Horticultural Society of Chicago has made the exhibition an assured fact, and it now behooves chrys- anthemum growers to try and make the show in Chicago next November the greatest and most complete chrysanthe- mum exhibition ever yet held. A prelim- inary list of premiums has been issued. It contains fifty-one classes for chrysan- themum flowers and plants. Copies of the list can be obtained on application to Edwin Lonsdale, Wyndmoor, Pa., or E.A Kanst, 5700 Cottage Grove avenue, Chicago, 111. This exhibition will certainly bring together a large number who are spe- cially interested in the chrysanthemum, and it would seem eminently fitting to further signalize the occasion by holding a chrysanthemum convention at the same time and place; for, as before said, there is work to be done, and It can best be accomplished when there is a large "community of interests" gathered together. Reviewing the work that has been accomplished by the society, we are con- fronted with the fact that it has been mainly along commercial lines. Coinci- dent with this work we have seen com- mercial standards of excellence materi- ally advanced. We have also seen the chrysanthemum as an exhibition flower successfully exploited and brought to a surpassing degree of excellence. A con- tinuance of this is most desirable, but a society organized in the interests of a particular flower should take cognizance of all its types and forms. The time will be opportune in Chicago next November. Shall we avail ourselves of it? A. Hbrrington, Pres. OBITUARY. CHARLES B. KIHKH.VM. Charles E, KIrkham, aged about fifty years, of Petersburg, Va , dropped dead, April 22, at the office of the Southern Express Company. Death resulted from heart trouble. He is survived by a widow. The deceased was a member of member of A. P. Hill Camp of Confeder- ate Veterans. JOHN BAHLS. In the death of John Bahla, who passed away on April 20, Cleveland lost one of its pioneer florists. Coming from the northern part of Germany, he started in Cleveland as private gardener to Dr. Schcnck. This position he resigned and started into the commercial line on St. Clair street, where he conducted a iuc- c S'ful business for over forty years. His kindly disposition won for him a holt of friends. He is survived by a daughter. I sterling MORTON. The death, at River Forest, III., April 28, of J. Sterling Morton, Secretary of Agriculture in President Cleveland's sec- ond cabinet, will be mourned both by those who enjoyed his personal friend- ship and by all who admire manly virtue and robust integrity in public life. By nature a controversialist, Mr. Morton's whole ])ul)lii: career was one of straight steering against obstacles. He was unalterably opposed to the free distribu- tion of seeds by the government and found himself out of harmony with con- gress. "Plant trees" was the motto printed on his i)rivate stationery and he will long be remembered as the founder of Arbor day. Mr. Morton was born in Adams, N. Y., April 22, 1832, but his parents, descended from Puriton itock, ig02. The American Florist. 549 early removed to Monroe, Mich Here the boy attended school, going thence to the University of Michigan and to Union College, New York. In 1855, the year following his graduation, he married and located in Nebraska, being identified with the territorial history of that common- wealth and a candidate at its first guber- natorial election, losing by an irregular- ity because of which 160 votes were thrown out. Mr. Morton was frequently pointed to as the representative farmer; certain it is that he was the friend of the tiller oi the soil, the horticulturist, the gardener and the florist. SITIJATIONS. WANTS, fOR SALE. Advertisements under this head will be inserted at the rate of ten cents a line (six words) each InsertioD. Cash must accompany order. Plant advs. not admitted under this head. Every paid subscriber to ihe American Florist for the year 1903 is entitled to a five-line want ADV. (situatioQS only) iree, to be used at any time during the year. SITUATION WANTED— Steady, by sober in- dustrious man, 11 years in America, groover of cut flowers, plauts. etc. Address, with offer, Will, care American Florist. SITUATION WANTED— In retail florist store; 16 years' experience in leading New York establishment. First-class re'erencps. Address E G. 50 West 29th St , New York. SITUATION WANTED— As foreman and grower of cut floweri and plants. Have been foreman with prominent florists around Chicago for a number of years. Address Florist, Box 54, Hinsdale, 111. SITUATION WANTED— By practical florist, 23 years' experience with palms, ferns, orchids, blooming and forcing plants. Good designer, decorator and salesman. Private or commercial place. Address O F. care American Florist. SITUATION WANTED— As foreman by thor- oughly practical florist. Good decorator, designer, etc. Grower of No. 1 roses, carnations and 'mums. First-class commercial or private position. Good wages expected. Address G. FOREMA.N, care P. O., Canton, O. SITUATION WANTED — By good all-around man, 33 years of age, single. 18 years" exper- ieoce in all branches— lawn, greenhouses, roses, shrubs, trees, etc. Private place preferred; lest of references from America and Germany Address S L, care American Florist. SITUATION WANTED— By a competent florist; grower of first-class roses, carnations, 'mums, violets and general greenhouse plants; 25 years' experience. Want position as foreman. Can manage men with success. Best of references; strictly temperate; expect good wages. Addresi C H W, care American Florist. S ITUATION WANTED— By single, middle aged -- man, as gardener and florist, on private place or otherwise; honest, and competent to produce wonderful results at the least expense. A fair salary and permanent place. Will go anywhere. Address for particulars, stating best wages paid. S S, care American Florist, Chicago. WANTRD— A good greenhouse hand; wages 820 00 to $25.00 per month with board. W. L. Smith, Aurora, 111. WANTED TO BUY— Greenhouses with dwell- ing and good sol'. Have flOOO to $i200 cash. Address H H, caie American Florist. WANTED — Rose and carnation grower and one good designer and decorator. State exper- ience and wages. W. A. Duke, Danville, 111. WANTED— To lease, within 50 miles of Chicago, a place of 5.0U0 to 15,000 feet of glass in flrst- class condition. Address C W, care American Florist. W ANTED— A good florist to grow roses, car- nations, 'mums and general stock. $?0 00 per month; board and room. State age and refer- ences. C HujLFELD, Clay Center, Kans. WANTED— A smart young man with some experience in greeuhouse work. State wa^es expected without board. Give references. Address Gibbon Bros., Newport, R. I. WANTED— A first-class Beauty grower, mar- ried man preferrt-d. Will pay good wages to right man. If satisfactory will give full charge of establishment. Jno. Muno, 51 Wabash Ave., Chicago. W^ WANTED— Rose and carnation grower, to take charge of 20.00J feot of glass. Must be well recommended. State wages wanted with board and washing, also age. Address John L. Wyland, De Haven, Fa. 'ANTED— Competent store man to take charge of a first-class store. Must have the very best of references as to ability and qualiflcationa. Address, stating salary expected, The GRANT-^VIL60N Flobal Co., 480 Prospect St., Cleveland, O. WANTED— First-class rose grower to take pharge of section. Best references required as to ability, '-haracter and sobriety. State wages expecti.'d when writing. Address The J. A. Budlonq A- Son Co., 171 Canal strtet, I'rovidencq. R. I. WANTtilD — We have a good chance for a thor- ough, first- class grower who wants to enter business for himself, to take charge of a new range of glass devoted to growing rose^, cartfa- tions and palms for the retail store. This will bear close investigation. Address G W^, care American Florist. WANTED AT ONCE— ^. florist and gard<-ner, 10 take charge of four houses, each 50x20 feet, and small garden. Must understand grow- ing 'mums, rosts and i-arnations. Married man preferred; 83J per mouth and board, or house and fuel furnished. Address Mt. Sterling B'loralCo., Mt. Sterliug, Ky. WANTED— Florist to take charge of 10,000 feet glass. Mus'. understand roses, carnations and general greenhouse stock. State wages expected and give references. This will lead to further advancement, as new block of houses are soon to be erected. Party must be able to come at once. Address The Grant-Wilson Floral Co , 606 Jennines Ave.. Cleveland. O. OR SALE — Good second-hand greenhouse material. L. A. Wheelock, Ovid, Mich. F F OR SALE — Bargaia: 3.O30 feet second-hand glass 16x24, double thick. Address R C, care Amaiican Florist. FOR SALE — Prosperous, up-to-date, growing florist business; established 12 years. Address for particulars, Mrs. S. N. Alkire, Greenview, 111. FOR SALE— 6,000 feet of glass well stocked, house, etc. All O. K. and in good order. Bargain; terms easy; other business. Address Box 53, Decatur, 111. FOR RENT— Greenhouses and 14 acres of land with good dwelling and good water supply, without extra expense for rent. Enquire of T. H. Wright & Co., Ft. Dodge, la. FOR SALE— Three greenhouses, 7-room dwell- ing, stable, 7,0LO bedding plants, etc Illness cause of sel ing. Good home trade. Address Mrs. K. Harrie Dane, Winchester, Mass. InOR SALE— Fine store fully equipped for retail florist; doing good business; will be sold at great sacrifice on account of death of partner. For particulars, call at 2202 Michigan Ave., Chicago. FOR SALE— At a bargain, greenhouses, 25,000 feet of glass, land and good dwelling house, barn, etc., in best of condition and well stocked; near Chicago; owner going into other business. Address H G. care American Florist. FOR SALE— 25,000 feet of glass; established 15 years, 8 miles from city hall. Chicago, dwell- ing house, barn, wagons, tools, etc., all complete and at a bargain. Right man could make price asked in one year. Address Chicago, care American Florist. FOR SALE — Florist's business. Well estab- lished and doing a good retail business. Lo- cated in one of Chicago's wealthiest suburbs; 25.010 feet of glass well stocked for string sales. For full particulars and price address E, care American Florist, Chicago. FOR RENT — A prosperous retail and wholesale business; new houses complete; 15,000 feet of glass, 16x24; one acre of land, and dwelling; rent $eo per month: opposite Woodmere Cemetery gates; one mile from Detroit, Mich. Address Anton Kaier, Woodmere P. O., Mich. WANTED, Rose Growers Good wages and a desirable position for compe'ent and faitbful men. SOUTH PARK FLORAL CO.. NEW CASTLE, INDIANA. FOR S4LE OR RENT— 6 000 feet of elass, hot water heat; own water works; sale for all you can grow. Quick buyer can double price asKed for stock in fixty dajs; terms easy; no trillers. For particulars Address J. G. Retnolds it Son, 261 W, PuUeney stri'et. Corning, N, Y, Position Wanted as MANAGER OR FOREMAN on commercial place. Wholesale or retail. References of the highest quality. M. BL0Y,2I2 Woodlawn Ave., Buffalo, N.Y. WANTED. At once, a man who can grow roses, carnations, 'mums and general stock. Send references and wages expected. Steady place the year round. CHRISTIAN DEHN. Saratoga, N. Y. WANTED A first-class store man. The advertiser wishes to open a first class store in one of our largest and ^^^^^"■^^^^^^^— most progressive cities, and would like to correspond with a competent florist who would like to invest a correspouding amount of capital. This is a No. 1 chaoce for the right man. Address, stating qualifications and, the amount of capital you would be able ^o invest. P C, cire American Florist. WANTED ROSE PROPAGATOR of more than ordinary SKILL. Must be thoroughly com- petent with cuttings and in root grafting; should understand hybridiz- ing, crossing, etc. Useless to apply unless you have long experience and can show a successful record. Position permanent to man who can fill it. State wages expected, age, married or single, full particulars as to experience and furnish ref- erences. California Rose Co., Los Angeles, CaL $300 Per Month. Do you want it? If so, buy me out NOW, at your own price. Good reasons. 15,000 feet. It costs you a postal card to have particulars. C. S. riTZSIMMONS, Lansing, Mich. For Sale at a Bargain Greenhouses, 25,000 square feet of glass, all in good condition and paying well; within 20 miles of Chicago. Owner is going to retire from business. Address F S, care American Florist. CflD QAI !■ ^"si^^s^ including two new run wALC greenhouses,- 50x:25 feet, well ^^^^^^^■■^ stocked with all kinds of plants. Houses are built in the latest and most improved styles. Store fixtures includ ng an elegant soda fountain and all pertaining to it. Stock of paims and con'ectionery. chairs and tables for ica cream parlor. Right in the heart of the business portion of c'ty. Established .5 years. Am The only one in the business here— population 40.000. Reasons for sellins, I want to so west to friends. Write for particulars. L. O'SuIllvan, West Superior, Wis. If you want to get the want you want to get, you want to get your want ad into the AMERICAN FLORIST ^ t OT Try it now. Every advertisement represents a genuine want. <^ It pays to answer them. Jt ,>• J* ii&6ee&6e^&&e6g:6Siee&£e&:i 550 The American Florist. May 3, Per doz. Roses, Beauties, 35 to 40 inch stem $3. OO " 20 to 24 " 18.00 to 2.&0 " 12 to 15 " 1.00 to 1.50 " short 50to .75 Per 100. Brides, Maida, MetPors, Gates.... $.5.00 to $7.00 Golden Gates, special, fancy 8.00 to lO.CO Roses, our selection 3.00 Carnations, extra fancy 2.00to 2.50 fancy, gooa average.. 1.50 Violets 60to 10) Mignonette 4.00 to 5.00 Easter Lilies, select lO.CO to 13.50 " seconds 6 00 to 8.00 Callas 10.00 to 12.C0 TuLps, double 4.00 •■ sinele. all colors 3.00 Da ffodils, diuble, extra fine 3 00 Lily of the Valley S.OOto 4.00 Asparagus Per string, .EC to " Sprays Per 100, 2.06 to " Sprengeri " S.OOto Common Ferns I'er lUOJ " Per 100 Galax Leaves Per 1CO0 1.00 to Smilax, extra heavy Per 100 15.00 to 18.00 Leucothoe Sprays " LOO Adiantum " 1-00 75 3.C0 6.00 3.00 .30 1.50 We are receiving a very fine line of ROSES AND CARNATIONS \ As well as all other stock and are the ^ only firm in Chicago carrying a stock of ♦ WILD SMILAX always on hand, J. B. Deamud, | 51 Wabash Ave , Ctiicago. WILD SMILAX PER CASE. No. 1, 15-lhs $250 No. 4, 35-lbs $4.50 No. 2, 20-lbs 3.25 No. 5, 40-lb3 5 25 No. 3, 25-lb3 3.75 No. 6, 50-lb8 6.00 Prices subject to change without notice. I LILY BULBS Rubrum. Auratum, Album, Giganteum, Single Tiger, Double Tiger, close rates. GladioluslSOO" M O V EXl7 X • for cut flower work and florists' window decorations. Spikes 15 inches long, very strong grower, rich red color, three white spots on lower petal. Good substance, lasting well after cutting. Successive plantings of this would secure fine window show the whole season. Per 100, S3.75. 6LADI0LIIS Mixtures .'.£«.... Vauglian's Seed Store, £.%' COMMISSIONS CARRIED OUT in LONDON or any part of Great Britain. Messrs. WILLS & SEGAR will attend to any commission from American florists for the supply of Cut Flowers, Birthday Flowers, Bouquets, High Class Floral Designs, etc., to their clients who may be traveling in England . Ulll I P 0 PCOAD Court Florists to Hli VllLLO & OLUAlli Majesty, The King. ROYAL EXOTIC Nursery, Telegrams, Onslow Crescent, South Kensington, Flosculo, London. LONDON, ENGLAND. Frank M. Ellis, WHOLESALE fLORIST, 1316 Pine Street, ST. LOUIS, MO. OON8IONMKNT8 SOLICITED. H.G.BERNING Wholesale florist 1322 Pine St., ST. LOUIS, MO. Always mention the American Flo- rist when writing to advertisers. Wbol^ale ffower/arK?^ Mn-WATTKBE, Ma.v 1. Roses, Beauty, long.pei doz. 2.00@ 3.00 " " med. " 1.00® l.BO " " short " .50® .75 " Liberty 6.00@10.00 " Bride, Bridesmaid 4.00® 6.00 " Meteor 4.00® 6.00 " Golden Gate 4.00® 6.00 " perle 4.00® 6.00 Oainatlons, ordinary 10] fancy 2.00 Callas 8.00 Harrlsii 10 CO Lily of the valley 4.00 Daffodils 3.00® 4.00 Tulips 200® 3.00 Adiantum 75® 1.00 BmUax 18.00@20 00 Asparagus '^'S? OommoQ ferns ."S PiTTBBtrBO, May 1 . Roses, Beauty, specials 20.0C@30.00 " "extras 12.50@I8.0O " " No. 1 6.00@10.00 .. " No. 2 3 00® 4.00 " Bride, Bridesmaid 200@1000 Meteor 2.00@ 6 00 Oarnatlons '""f ^SS Lily of the yaUey 2.00® 3.00 Violets 20® .75 Harrisii lilies ■.• 8.00@I2.00 Pansies 6J® , -J? Daisies 60® l.OD Tulips SCO® ^OO Sweet Peas 50@ 1.00 Smilai 16.00@18.00 Adiantum 75® 1.00 Asparagus 35.00a40.00 CnioDraATI, May 1. Roses, Beauty 'SSfTm " Bride 2.00® 4.00 Bridesmaid 2.00® 4.00 .. Meteor 2.00® 6.00 .. Perle..: 2.00® 4.00 Liberty 1.00@6.00 narnations 1.00® 3.00 H"?,'',^niiiesV.V.V.V.-. i«!E'2-S Lily of the valley 3.0U@ 4.00 Tuhns 3.00® 5.00 Romans, Paper Whites 2. 00® 3.00 >••■ •••> dO.OO IB. CO 1.00 .20 Asparagus. Bmllax Adiantum cuneatum. Oommon ferns St. LoniB, May 1. Roses, Beauty, short stem ,?-2?,f .rm • I " long stems I5.00@2:).00 •' Bride, Bridesmaid 3.00® 8.00 Meteor 3.0O® &.00 .. Golden Gate 4.00® 8.00 Oarnatlons, ordinary l-OO® 1.50 " choice 2.00® 2.50 Sweet peas .'S s'nn jiX's'" :::::;;::::::::::::6o?l.o:S3 JiJyMiheValley Z^V^^^ .lonqul'li'..' "%o'o Smllax • , nn/a I sn Asparagus Sprengeri .00® .50 " Plumosus 1.00® 1.50 E. H. Hunt, WHOLESALE Cut flowers THE "OLD RELIABLE." 76 Wabash Ave., CHICAGO. The Cincinnati Gut Flower Co., »M:o. wholesale florists. CoDsigDments Solicited. Special Attention Given to Shipping Orders. Gut Flower Exchange, WM. DILOER, Manager, WHOLESALE COMMISSIOII. Full line of Florists' Supplies and Decorations. Special attention to shipping orders. 26 Miami Avenue, DETROIT, MICH. RICE BROTHERS WHOLESALE FLORISTS and FLORAL SUPPLIES. Receivers and Shippers of Fresh Cut Flowers. Special attention to shipping orders. A com- plete line of Florists' needs. Send for price lisL Prompt returns on all consignments. 128 N. Sixth St. MINNEAPOLIS, MINN. Huase mgntton the A mertcan florist wne-t*. mrtting. C. A. KUEHN. Wholesale Florist, IIS2 PINE STREET. T- LOUIS, HO. H^A complete line of Wire DeBlgna. Pittsburg Gut Flower Go. Ltd WHOLESALE FLORISTS. .^ Pittsburg^ Pa. Please mention the American Florist when writim. Watch This Space FOR FUTURE BARGAINS. JOHN: :Bi«or>, 349 West North Avenue, CHICAGO, ILL. Greenhouies. Niles Center, III. ► ♦♦♦♦♦♦»»♦»♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦< ' ELECTROS... J^ i o for Catalogue Purposes. % WE have & large assortment of strictly high-class halftones of which \vo can supply electros suitable for catalogue Illustration. If you need anything In this way. state your re- quirements and we will submit jproofi of the illustrutioDS in stoclc Price lor ciih only 16 cents per squire Inch. THE AMERICAN FLORIST CO., 324 Dearborn St., CHICAGO. ►♦♦♦♦♦♦» igo2. The American Florist. 551 Week after week we have been making a Little Argument On this page to attract new business. We have told of our facilities to handle YOUR trade — told you simply, offering no more than we can per- form. Many have responded. Doesn't the strength of our position appeal to YOU 1 Send us a share of your business — give us all if we earn it. E.C.Amling The Largest, Best Equipped and Most Centrally Located Wholesale Cut Flower House in Chicago. 32-34-36 Randolph St. CHICAGO. L. D. PHONES CENTRAL 1999 AND 1977. PRICE LIST. BEAUTIES. 30-36-inch stems, per doz., $3.00 24 " " ' 2.00 20 " " " 1.50 16 " " " 1.00 12 •■ " " 75 6 to 8-in, " per 100 $4.00 6.00 Per 100 nrides $4 00 6.00 Maids 4.00 6 00 Meteors 4 OU 6.00 Gates 4.00 6.O0 Carnations 1.25 1.50 large and fancies 200 3.00 Callas perdoz,, 100 1.25 Sweet Peas 1.(0 l.fO Valley, select 4.00 Asparagus plumosus, per stg, .50 .75 " Sprengeri 4.00 Ferns per lOOO, $2.50; .25 Galax " 1.25; .15 Leucothoe sprays 1.00 Adiantum 1.00 1.50 Smilax perdoz., 1.50 2.00 Prices subject to change with out notice J. a BUD LONG WIETOR BROS. Wholesale Growers ftoses and Carnations A Specialty.. 37-39 Randolph Street. CHICAGO. WHOLESALE 6R0WER of CUT FLOWERS C^I^B ■ ■ A "^J We have a steady demand for good Smilax ^91t1 I L/%yV and would like regular consignments. The r. R. WILLIAMS CO. WHOLESALE FLORISTS. Telephone Connections. OJL,KVtCivA.JVr>, O^IO. WEILAHD AND RISCM CHICAGO'S RELIABLE Wholesale Growers and Shippers of OUT FLOWERS. 59 Wabash Ave., Chicago. SBND FOB WBBKLT PRICK LIST. WHOLESALE FLORISTS Benthey&Co. F. f. BENTHEY, Manager, Wholesale Commission Florists 31-35 Randolph St., CHICAGO. I^POonslKiiinents solicited Ii , i Bassett& Washburn 76 & 78 Wabash Ave., CHICAGO. Wholesale Dealers and Growers of GREENHOUSES: HINSDALE, ILL. Ptt^e mention the American Florist when writmz. Poehlmann Bros. Co. Wholesale Growers of B^Siersi- Cut Flowers All telegraph and telephone orders given prompt attention. 35-37 Oreenhouses: Randolph Streett Morton Grove, IlL CHICAQO, ILL. When writing to any of the adver- tisers on this page please mention the American Florist. Wbol^ale f[ower/\arK5fe Roses, Beauty, GHioAeo, May 2. 3Q to 36-inoh stems 24 " Cut Flowers 20 " " 15 t( It 19 II II 6to8 " " per 100 " Bride, Bridesmaid " Meteor " Perle " QoldenGate Carnations Violets Lily of the valley Harrisii Callas, perdoz 1.00@1.25 Tulips Daffodils Adiantum Common ferns per 1,000 t2 50 Galax leaves, per 1000 11 . 00 Smilax per dozen 1.50@ 2.00 3.0O 2.00 1.50 1.00 .75 4.00® 5.00 3.00® 6.00 3.00® 6.00 3.00® 6.00 3.00® 6.00 1.00® 3.00 .50® 1.00 3.00® 4.00 8.00@12.00 2.00® 4.00 2.00® 3.00 1.00® 1.50 .25 .16 otCut Flowers All telegraph and telephone orders given prompt attention. 5t Vabasb Avenue, CHICAGO. FRANK GARLAND, .1 Cut Flowers Wholesale Qrower »^KI«JV® 1409-141 1 W. Madison St., CHICAGO. LILYof the VALLEY Only The Best. Cut and Pips. Please met* '.ton the A merican Florist when wrttxnz. LILY of the VALLEY in large quantities, the finest that is grown, $4 and $5 per JOO. JOHN WOLF, SAVANNAH, QA. Please mention the American Florist when writing SPECIAL ATTENTION GIVEN TO HARDY CUT 55-57 WABASH AVENUE, Telephone Central 3284. CHICA.QO. GEO. REINBER8, "sri;.! Cut Flowers Choice American Beauties. We will take oare of your orders at reasonable prices. Prompt atffention. B1 Wabash Ave., CHICAfiO, ILL. PETER REINBERQ, Grower and Wholesaler of Cat Flowers. aoo.ooo PKHT OP aLAsa. Naadquarters for American Baauty. 81 Wabash Ave., ■ CHICABO. IlL JOHN MUNO, Wholesale Grower nil t [InillfiPO and Shipper of ^U[ riUWulu Room 221, 51 Wabash Ave., CHICAGO. Telephone Central 3598. All telegraph aad telephone orders given prompt attention. A. L. Randall, WHOLESALE TLORIST. 4 Washington Stroet, CHICAGO. Send for weekly price list and special quotations on 1000 lots. AfflPniPiin '^^'^^V^ do business, /tllll/l l^tail Week days and everyday Florists Sundays and holidays, Jt« JIA Afl« All over the country. "•r "V l\MO At home and abroad. 552 The American Florist. May 3, SAMUEL S. PENNOCK, Wholesale Florist, 1612-18 LUDLOW ST., PHILADELPHIA, PA. Liberties. eEO. A. SUTHERLAND, 34 Hawley St., BOSTON. Telephone 1370 Main. BEST BOSTON FLOWERS. AU Supplies. An entire floor Devoted to Stock and Manu- facttiring. Distributing Agent for United States for the wonderful LETTER, unequalled for design work. Script, any color, 3V4c a letUr. Block letters, JV4c each. The most elaborate design work to order in a few minutes. General Agents: H. BAYERSDORFER & CO., Philldslphla. REED & KELLER. New York City. SPECIALTIES THIS WEEK: niTv uiM PUT FLOWER MARKET . .. sTlC^ Xi II ^/:Ivi.«.4^ 9 CHAPMAN PLACE. Bostoii, Mass. Lily of the Valley^ Violets* 15 province street. °"^'""' ""'g^ The best market for Growers who can ship good Cot Flower stock. J. K. SLLEN, 106 West 28th Street, ucuf MOOV PITV Telephone 167 MadiBonSq. BCll lUnKbllli OPEN AT 5 A. M. DAILY. N. F. McCarthy & go. 84 Hawley St., BOSTON, ARE RECEIVING ELEGANT ROSES- ALL VARIETIES. DON'T YOU WANTSOME? Tel, 734 and 64 Main. Wbol^ale power/arK^ Geo. M. Moss, WHOLESALE FLORIST, 32 South 17th Street, PHILADELPHIA, PA. Long Distance 'Phone 1-41-26 D. Consignments ol Roses, Carnations, Violets solicited. N.Y. GUT FLOWER EXCHANGE Coogan BIdg. 6th Ave. and W. 26th St., New York. Open for Cut Flower Sales at 6 o'clock Every Morning DEBIRABLE WALL SPACE TO RENT FOR ADVERTISING. JOHN DONALDSON. Secretary. Boston, Apr. 30. Boiei, Beauty, extra 20. " " medium 6.i •' " culla " Bride, Bridesmaid, Meteor. 1.' " extra 5. Sweet Peas Uacnatlons I " fancy 3 Lily of the valley 2 Violets • Lilies 6 NarciBSUB Tulips Callas 6 Adiantum Asparagus Smllax 12 Fhllaiielphia, Apr. 30. Eoiei, Tea 8. " extra 10. " Beauty, extra 20. " " firsts 10. " Queen of Edgely, extra " '■ " flrsts Carnations 2. Lily of the valley 4. Asparagus 25. Smilax IB. BuiTAio, May 1. Roses, Beauty 7. " Bride, Bridesmaid, Meteor 6. Carnations 1 ■ Violets Lily of the valley 3, Smilax IB. Adiantum 1 00@30.00 00@15.00 ,00® 4.00 .00® 4.00 00®10.00 1.00 .CO® 2.00 .50® 3.00 .00® 3.00 ,30® .60 .00® 8.00 .50® 1.50 .50® 1.50 .00® 8.00 1.00 50.00 .00@16.00 .00@10.00 .00®15.00 .00@25.00 .00@15.00 40.00 25.00 .00® 3.00 ,00® 5.00 .00@50.00 00@20.00 .00® 35. 00 .00®12.50 ,50® 5.00 ,50® 1.00 ,00® 4.00 ,00@20.00 .00® 1. 50 6ive Us a Trial. We Can Please You, Roses, Carnations and all kinds of Seasonable Flowers In stock, llfU C If ACTIIIIS Wholesale Com- Itnii Ti IVndllllUi mission Florist. 481 Washington St.. Buffalo. N.Y. Dealer in Florists' Supplies and Wire Designs. Open Dav and Nisht. George Saltford, WHOLESALE Commission Florist, 46 West 29th Street, NEW YORK. Fair dealing and prompt returns guaranteed. Correspondence solicited. MARKETING lor flowers is a pleasure il done at the Headquarters ol the NEW YORK GUT FLOWER GO. Here is the choicest stock of the most eminent growers, fresh every morning and in full variety. Goods selected and shipped to any part of the country. Always room for growers loofeing for an outlet for good cut llowcr stock. DAILY REPORTS. WEEKLY PAYMENTS. cti F<5DnnM 2 00 Carnations l.POla) 3 00 Carnations, fancy 3.00@ 5.U0 Violets 10® 60 Lilv of the valley 3 O0@ 3.00 Daffodils Tulips a?@l.C0 Hyacinths 1.0 @ 3 ro Callas, Lilies 3 00® 5.00 Sweet Peas 50® .75 Cattleyas 35.00@5n.0O Mignonette l.OO® 3.00 Smilax 12.00®15.00 Adiantum 75@1.C0 Aiparagui 35.00@60.00 " Sorengeti, perdoz. bun.. 3.00® 3.00 Lilac, per bunch 50® .75 GHAS. MILLANG, 50 W. 29th St., -NEW YORK. Receivers and Sliippers of FRESH FLOWERS. Best Violets in New York market. Ill West 30th St.. NSW YORK. Telephone 157 Madison Square. Julius Lang Oa West Both Street, NEW TOBK. Bkfbksshtb the Best Gbowebs ov ROSES, CARNATIONS, VALLEY. Telsphohe 380 Madisok SqnfBS. ALEX. J. GUTTMAN, Wholesale Commission Florist, A full supply daily of the choiceit New York and New Jersey FLOWERS. S2 W. 29th Street, NEW YORK CITY. Telephone 1738 Madison Square. ft. n. immm, Wholesale Commission Florist, BEST FIOWEKS SHIPPED AT LOWEST NEW YORK PRICES. 18 Boarum Place, Brooklyn, N. Y. Telephoite 939 Main. ...GEO. M. KELLOGG... Large,. Grower^ol... Q^,^ FlOWCrS Give us an order and we will please you. Our Greenhouses at PLEASANT HILL, MO. Our Store, 906 Grand Ave., KANSAS CITY, MO. ^^LONO DISTANCE 'PHONE AT EITHER PLACE. Now In Season : fREESIAS, DAFFODILS. TULIPS LILAC, «WEET PEAS and ACACIA. EDW. c. horan; 47 WEST 28TH ST.. TeL 421 Madison Square, .NEW YORK. Cyj FLOWERS AI WHOLESALE. All Roses, Violets 554 The American Florist. May The gEEE) TRat)E. AMERICAN SEED TRADE ASSOCIATION. J. E. NoBTHBUP, Pres.; S. F. Lkonabd, Vice- Pres. ; S. F. Willard, Wethersfleld, Conn., Seo'y and Treas. Twentieth annual oonvention, Minneapolis, Minn., June 24-26, 1802. A. H. Goodwin, of the Goodwin, Har- ris Company, Chicago, is making a Cali- fornia trip. The Sioux City Seed and Nursery Com- pany, of Sioux City, la., has contracted for the raising of 1,000 acres of beans in the vicinity of Cass City, Mich. The Dallas, Tex., iVeivsclaims that that city handled last year 25,000 pounds of turnip seed, 100 cars sorghum seed, 100 cars of seed oats, besides a general line of field seeds, potatoes, onion sets, etc. Private advices from Holland, dated April 14, contain the following: "The outlook is for a medium crop of tulips, frosts and cold having done them harm. Hyacinths and narcissi are in fair condi- tion." Wb understand that the Brown Bag- Filling Machine Company, Fitchburg, Mass., will do the packing of free seeds under the new government contract and that Mr. Phillips, of Toledo, Ohio, will superintend the work. Theodosia B. Shepherd Csmpany. The Theodosia B. Shepherd Company has filed articles of incorporation with the county clerk, capital stock $30,000., all of which has been subscribed. It is incorporated to grow, buy and sell all kinds of plants, seeds, bulbs, trees and nursery stock, etc. The directors for the ensuing year are Theodosia B. Shepherd, 160 shares; W. E. Shepherd, 67 shares; Myrtle Shepherd, Lloyd Shepherd, 74 shares; Edith Shepherd Kelsey, 1 share; Margaret Shepherd Oaks, 1 share. The Hyacinth Situation. In its issue of April 1, the Bulletin, a French horticultural publication, has the following regarding the hyacinth situa- tion, more especially that of the south of France: The ruling prices in the south or Prance for white hyacinths :ire verv high, too high in fact. The floriats who force them will, to our notion, not find any proflt in them. It is to be regretted that the prices are neither reasonable nor justi- fied. In acting thus the growers will '«ork against their interests. We know from good authority that th*- large buyers of bulbs are look- ing: for a plant which will supplant the Roman hyacinth and secure for them a reasonable protJt. In Holland, on the contrary, the hyacinths are very cheap this year. The prices are at least one- third lower than tho-e of last year. White tulips are perhaps a little higher in price. Japanese Longifiorum Lilies. A long-time resident of Japan writes, March 31, as follows, in a private letter answering an inquiry from a gentleman much interested in the growing of lilies under glass: "I am in receipt of your favor of the 6th ult. and note your remarks as to the general dissatisfaction with the growing stock of Lilium longifiorum now under glass in your own country. I have anticipated this complaint for the last two or three years and have expressed my opinion to my constituents on several occasions. The remedy is not far to seek. "My experience in bulb growing and shipping for the last forty years leads me to the conclusion that they are lifted much too early. It has resulted from the suicidal rivalry existing between two firms, one a Japanese firm, and the other a German one. Previous to the last three or four years longiflurums were not lifted before the middle of August, which is none too soon. From that date until the end of October is the proper time for lifting, but when these firms were cutting one another for the American business each firm was anxious to get its first shipment ofl before the other and so it has been going on until last year, when the bulbs were dug up in the middle of July, packed immediately and shipped. "Now, for your information I would tell you that at this time of the year the bulbs are in a growing condition, full of sap, and the stems green and it goes with- out saying that having to cut ofl these green stems and hurriedly packing the bulbs before ever they have been allowed to develop the embryo buds for the next season's growth, naturally a failure takes place in the following season's growth, whereas, if a bulb is allowed to shed its stem and develop buds in embryo, or properly speaking, when the bulb is ripe, produces the best result after its next planting. Thev get these goods early in your market but I will go so far as to say that if you received longifiorum in September or October you would be able to get them forward by Easter and they would produce fine strong plants with abundance of bloom." DoYLESTOwN, Pa.— John Andre is add- ing two houses to his establishment on the lower state road. Psonias, Cycasand Asparagus Plu. Seed Asparagus Plutnosus Nanus, per lOO seeds, 85c: per 1030 seeds, VoO. Asparagus Sprengeri, 100 seeds. 25c: lOOO seeds. $1. SO: 5000 seeds, (6.50. Cycas Revoluta, (^^ago Palm), in splendid condition ranging in weight from one lb. upwards. Per 10 lbs., 80o: 25 lbs., $1.75; 100 lbs.. $7.03. (Special prices in case lots.) Paeonias, Double Sweet Scented in splendid mixure with two to five strong eyes at the following Low Prices lor Quick Saies: Per doz., 75o per 100. $5.00. We are now Booking Orders for FRENCH AND DUTCH BULBS. JOHNSON & STOKES, 217-219 Market St., Philadelphia, Pa. Special OFFER YtLLOW OR BLACK LOCUST. We have jast received a large shipment of extra fine fresh seed and shall be pleased to quote special low prices on application. In- quirers should state quantity required. J.IVI.THORBURN&CO. (I^tc of IS John Strtct) S6 CORTLANDT STREET. NEW VOm (^C<^|^«V3 ,5T0CK SIZES Irices: I00LBS.@8^ ',200liBA@J74;i 500LB'S.@7« ' Vaughan's Seed Store, Sf^. DAHLIASni'GLADIOLUS Dahlias, show and Decorative, roots, $25 and $bO per lOtO. No. 2 Gladiolus, mixture of pink and about S5 to 40 per cent white, at $3 00 per 1000. CASH WITH ORDl'.K. ROWEHL&GRANZ, HIcksville, L I., N.Y. 9 Florists' Calendar rOR MAY. SEEDS TO SOW NOW. 100 looo ASPARAGUS PLUMOSUS NANUS (true),$ .85 $7.50 SPRENGERI 25 2.00 PRIMULA SINENSIS FIMBRIATA. in pure white, rose, crimson, blue 25 .75 PRIMULA, mixed, finest strains 20 .60 CINERARIA HYBRIDA max. grandi., pkt., 600 seeds, 26c; 5 100 sp^ds. $1 00. CINERARIA HYBRIDA nana, dwarf, pkt. 500 seeds, 2oo 5000 seeds, $1.00. CALCEOLARIA HYBRIDA grandi., or dwail grand!., p t., 250. Our Specialty. BERGER'S Never Fail Pansy Mixture, made up by ounelves from choicest prize sorts containing all colors and sorts. TRY IT, you will come again. 1000 seeds, 25c; 6000 seeds, Sl.CO. We also olTer all best named sorts. Snow Ring, Gold Else. Faust, Queen Victoria, Meteor, Lord Beaconsfleld a'-d many others, separate, at 1000 si-eds, 25c; 60X) seeds, $1.00. Bugnot, Odier, Gassier, Trimardeau. same price. Cassier's New Giants, unrivalled, bOO seeds, 20o; lOi 0 seeds. 3l)c. SWEET PEA SEED, in florists' best sorts, your choic» as to name, lb. 25c; 6 lbs. $1,00. Mixed Ei;kford's, lb. iOr. Just in, PANDANUS UTILIS Seed, 100 $1.00; 1000 $8 50. Fern Spores, choicest mixed, pkt. 25c. CLEARANCE OF WINTER STOCK as long a<; it lasts. LILY BULBS, Rubrum or Album, 6 to R-in., $2.50 per 100; 8to9-in., $3.50 per 100; 0 to U-in., $5 per 100; 11 to 12-iu., $3 per lOO. 100 1000 Gladioli— American Hybrid, 60 per cent white and light $1.0D $8.00 May, well-known llorlsts' favorite.. 1.60 U.OO Begonias, sgl., I to 2-in,. separate colors 1.76 16.00 dbl , 1 to 2-in., mixed 8.0O Montbretias, finest grandillora sorts 60 6.00 LffL 11 few hundred choice fancy leaved Caladiums per clo?.. 76c; 5.00 CYCAS REVOLUTA, Mto201os.; 100 lbs., $7.00; 50O lbs,, $30,00. Iris K^mpleri. lOO in finest sorts, $7.00; dozen, $1.03. Tuberose Bulbs, ;i to 4-incli: 1000, .$8.00. NEW DAHLIA 6ERMANIA 6IANT. Finest silvery pink. Large (lowers im long stiff stems; sold at 26 cents a dozen through season In New York Market. Certificate of nicrit at Madi- .son S«iuiire flower show IS'OI. Strong Hold-grown chimps, each 25c; dozen. $i.50; 100, $16.00. ;r' Above stock Is cheap only to CLEAR out. Bulbs an? of the finest grade und quality. H. H. BERGER & CO., Established 1878. 47 Barclay St.. NEW YORK CITY Please mention t/u American Florist when writing. jgo2. The American Florist. 555 Now is the Time to Plant Hardy Water Lilies in order to secure best results thii season. We have the largest and most complete collection of Hardy Nymphaeas in the world. It embraces American and French Hybrids, native and foreign speciei. For prices see our Spring edi- tion of Dreer's Wholesale Price List, which is sent to the Trade only. We are pleased to answer all correspondence regarding making of ponds, best varieties, etc. UFIIPV ■ nDCCD 714 CHESTNUT STREET, nCHnf Ai UnCCIfi Philadelphia, Pa. TAKE NOTICE. An immense stock and full line of the choicest bedding plants now ready, and quote you the fol- lo\ving low prices for cash, out of pots: Ageratum. blue, $7.00 per 100. Beoonia Vernon, red, and Erfordi, pink, just beautiful, $8.00 per 100. Begonias, best mixed, Santo Sonia, Pres. Carnot and others, $1.C0 per dozen. Calendula, pure yellow, $9.00 per 100. Cobaei Scandens, 4-in. pots, staked up, 2 ft. high, $8.00 per ICO. Fuchsia, mixed varieties, 4-in. pots, $3.C0 per 10?; 5-in., $1.50 per doz. Geraniums, have 10,000 of them, such as La Pilot, double red; Mme. Thibaut, double pink; La Fav- orite, double white, and other varieties in 4-in. pots, $7.00 per 100. Heliotrope. 4-in., $7.00 per 100. Honeysuckle, sweet scented, 5 to 6-iD pots, 20c to 25o each. Nasturtiums, Empress of India and other choice colors, $'1.00 to $r 03 per 100. Ivy Geraniums, mixed colors, 4-in. pots, $7 per 100. Periwinkle, large plants, 4-in. pots, $1.00 per doz. Scarlet Sage, oest varieties, very fine, strong plants, $7.10 to $8.C0 per 100. Daisies, white and vellow, from 7-inch pots, full of flowers. 2>^ ft. high. $2.00 per doz. Draccena Indivisa, 7-inch pots, about 3 ft. high, imported, 75c to $1.00 each. I have the following small plants to offer, out of 2H and 3-inch pots: Alyssum, Little Gem. Ivy, Kenilworth. Alternanthera, red & yel. Lobelia, trailing. Cuphea. Phlox Drummondi. Coleus, mixed colors. Petunia, single, dwarf variegated and California, giant. Tradescantia. Torenia Fournleri. Verbenas have lO.COO of them, mixed colors. Asters, 3 and 2^-in. pots, $3.03 per lOO; choice colors, mixed or separate. 25 plants sold at 100 rate. GODFREY ASCHMANN. (Rising Sun.) 1012 Ontano St.. PHILADELPHIA. PA. TO MAKE ROOM I OFFER 150 Kentia Belmoreana, 2Si-in $5.C0 per 100 400 " " 3-ia lOiWperlOn 200 " " 4-in., 3d size 16 CO per ICO 100 Latania Borbonioa. 3-in 5.00 pet ICO 100 Pandanus IF tills, 2if -In 4.00 per 100 75 •' '• 3-in S.OOperlOO 400 Selaginella Emmeliana, VA-™ 3.00 per 100 All healthy stock. Cash with order. JOSEPH E. BONSALL, SALEM OHIO. S. S. SKIDELSKY, 708 N. 16th Street, PHIUDELPHIA, PA. CORRESPONDENCE SOLICITED. You want to buy Roses now. but are crowded loi room. Why not place your order now with Ceo. A. Kuhl and have them grown into 3-ln. for May or June delivery. We believe in shifting Young Roses often. All stock offered in 2^-in. has been shifted from 2-in. and is equal to most stock advertised as 3-in., and when we send it out is well established. Our varieties, Meteors. Brides, Maids, Perles, La France, Kafserin, Woottons, Belle Siebrecht, Pres. Carnot, Golden Gate, Am. Beauties, and Liberty. Write us at Pakin, III. imported Bulbs for Florists' Forcing Send Us Your List for Pricing. Our arraogemeats for high grade bulbs of Lllium Harritil, French Romans, Paper White Grandiflora, Callas, Japan Longidorum, London Market Valley, and picked bulbs of all Dutch Hyacinths, Tulips, Narcissus and Spiraea are unex- celled. Bulbs secured from us will be sub- ject to careful inspection and approval on arrival, and if in any way unsatis- factory, will be made good at once. By combining your order for a full line of this stock with us, you get each in season and all at the closest cost for high grade stock. Economy in car- load freight shipments and large importations supply half our profits. Write for Prices before closing any farcing stock orders. VAUGHAN'S SEED STORE, 1 4 Barclay St., New York. 84-86 Randolph St., Chicago. Cyclamen Giganfeum CASSIA FALCATA Extra strong July Seedlings in separate colors: 2>^-inch pots, 24 00 per 100 3-inch pots, 8.00 per 100 4-inch pots, 12.00 per 100 LEHNIG & WINNEFELD. HACKENSACK. N. J. Not a new plant, but a guoO rare old one. Blooming equally profuse, it is a good companion plant for Salvia Splendens; color lemon yellow; extra fine for Park or Garden decoration. C»n be kept over winterin cool cellar. $1.50 per doz. $10 per 100. J. T. TEMPLE, DAVENPORT, lA. SPECIALTIES ROSES^ from 3-inoh pots. . |»^„4 CARNATIONS, for aU delivery, ■" Ky.*' CHRYSANTHEMUMS. Viiri«»#i«»«i sMiiAx. VIOLETS. variciics Prices Low. Send for List. WOOD BROTHERS, Fishklll, *. Y. Dalilias, all field roots, two new kinds: Emoaror. the darkest out Dahlia in trade, and Giant, the finest Cactus up to date. The flowers are 7 to 8 inches in diameter, color black, on very sirong stems, each kind Il.!i0 per doz. 100 line cut Dah- lias for $1.03, all named and the best in the trade. Cannas, Mme. Crozy. Black Prince, Burbank, Hen- derson. 12 00 per 100. Hollyhocki, Allegheny strain, $2.50 per lOO. Cash nlease. Shellroad Green, house Co., Grange P. 0., Baltimore, Md. TELL THEM WHERE YOU SAW THE AD. 556 The American Florist. May 3, The tiluRSERy T^f^^E. AH. ASSOCIATION OF NURSERYMEN. R. C. Bebckmans, Pres.; R. J. Cob, Vioe-Pres. Geobbb C. Seabeb. Rochester. N. Y., Sec'y. Twenty-seventh annual convention, Milwaukee, Wis., June 11-13, 1902. It is stated that Northern Spy apple trees are very scarce. Jesse E. Wright, foreman for the J. Wragg & Sons Company, Waukee, la., is dead. At Fredonia, N. Y., it is reported that an aggregate of 300 acres of grape cuttings are being put in by five nursery firms. The property known as High Rock in Lynn, Mass., has been purchased by the city and will be devoted to park purposes. A NOTABLB addition to the park reser- vations of Troy, N. Y., has been made in the securing of Warren Hill, the price paid therefor being $110,000. The property includes seventy acres, upon which are two elegant buildings. The location is elevated and affords a mag- nificent outlook. Gboegb C. Seager, secretary of the American Association of Nurserymen, is out with his circular announcing a fare and one-third rate to Milwaukee for the twenty-sixth annual convention, to be held June 11 to 13, at the Plankinton House. Among the speakers announced are L. H. Bailey, N. H. Albaugh and A. Willis. P. J. Berckmans says that all stock intended for long journeys must be thor- oughly defoliated and hardened. Trees should be taken up without mutilating the roots and no branches or roots cut. Paddle the entire tree in stiff clay and let It dry and pack in tight eases lined with building paper. Use dry moss and char- coal and pack the cases very tight. Mr. Berckmans says that packed in this man- ner they have had stock in transit over four months and ninety per cent of it grew after planting. CDlumbus, O. CDT FLOWER BUSINESS ACTIVE AND SPRING BDSI.MESS opening BRISKUY. — VARIOUS NOTES OF LOCAL CONDITIONS. Business is still very brisk and all the firms report being very busy fillingorders and preparing for the spring bedding trade. Quite a tew are still holding their best roses at $1 50 per dozen and carna- tions at 75 cents per dozen. Some postals are being received from Cleve- land, Chicago and other points offering strong inducements to encourage bargain salts on certain days, claiming the over- production in those cities will enable them to quote prices to suit. The demand still continues for Crimson Ram- blers which seem to be in good supply. Stock in general is holding out well in quality and in fairsupply, with theexcep- tion of smilai. which is short and scarce. Among carnations Marquis is the leader just now, f jr the cut from this variety is fine everywhere. Outdoor planting of young carnations is about done and we are having rain enough to save them. Palms for store openings have been In great demand but by most of the grow- ers this is considered a "thank you" jol), since the price paid does not juatity one when the injury to the stock is taken into consideration. Geo. L. Miller, of Newark, was in Columbus this week and reports a larger shipping business than in any previous year. Cabi,. Indianapolis. SEVERE STOBM DAMAGES GRBENHOCSES. — THE PRINCIPAL LOSERS. — TRADE CONDI- TIONS FAVORABLE. — VARIOUS NOTES. A heavy windstorm recently swept over this vicinity, doing much damage. At Mr. Edward's place two greenhouses, one 20x100, the other 12x100, were com- pletely wrecked. E. A. Nelson had sev- eral ventilators blown off and the gable of one of his new houses crushed in. Other florists escaped with slight dam- ages. Since the good rains everything out- side has improved wonderfully. Hunt- ington & Page, one of the largest grow- ers of onions, reports prospects very bright. Ralph Richardson, a young florist well known in Indiana, took strychnine a few days since. The Smith & Young Company is break- ing ground for a new rose house. Herbert Bertermann was married to Miss Pearl Holt April 23. Visitors: John H. Sievers, San Fran- cisco; Myer Heller, New Castle; C. A. Riemau, Connersville. H. J. J,^.ii.il..l,.i..l..li-il.il..o.ii..li.ii..ii-.l..it.7Riso^y. :KOOPfo»isi> JVTO ^. F. B. VANDEGRIFT & CO., Publishers of Vandegrltt's Dnited States Tariff. Customs Brokers and Forwarders. Foreign Express, Export and Insurance Brokers. ctMf kcc\ Office, 315 Dearborn St. LnlliAUU Photip H'irn9on840 lUFU/ VAni^ Office, 66 Beaver Street I lltfT lUHR T"ipnhnne. 828 Broad I Cable Address. Vanarill. A. B. C. Code Used will And whatever they want in the Holland Nurseries, DeBilt near Utrecht SPECIALTIES ABE : Conifers. Evergreens, Hardy Shrubs, Lilacs. OmamentaJ Trees, Fruit Trees in diflerent forms, Azaleas, Rhododendron Ponticum and Hybridum. Please send list of your wants and write for general catalogue. We will make you special offers. Write to GROENEWEGEN & ZOON, Ue Bllt, near Dtrecbt, Holland. Large Flowering, leadint; kinds, strong 2-y<,'ar plants from 4-inch pots in 12 sorts. J2.60 per doz.; $20.00 per 100. 25 at 100 rate. Cliolce Hardy Monthly ROSES in twelve (13) kinds, $1.50 per doz.. llO.uO per 100. ADIANTUM, (Maiden Hair Ferns), strong clumps, 15.00 per 100; 75c per doz. F.A.Baller,Bloomingfon,lll. 'rhododedrons...."^ rAA Oluinps ol IthoI3IJVO Plants. Per 100 Per 1000 Roses, Brides and Maids, 2-in $2.00 $18.00 Geraniums, best var.. 3 and 4-in..$3.50 to $7 Mme. Salleroi, 2-ia 2.C0 Uraca-na Indivisa, 5-in 10.00 Heliotrope. 2-in 2.10 18.00 Petunia, large dbl. flowers. 2 in 2 00 18.00 Lobelia, C. P. C. and White Gem, 2-ln. 1.50 Alvssuni. 2-in l.BO Saiviu Bonfire. 2-in : 2.00 18.00 Smilas, from flats, 25c; by mail 30 Asters, best strains, strong transplanted .60 CASH OR 0. O. 1). McAlLISTER & CO., Batayja. III. B.W. DIRKEN, Oudanbosch, Holland. ORNAMENTAL AND FOREST TREES A SPECIALTY. Conifers, Evergreens, Hollies, Etc. J< Jt Jt Prices on Application. GERANIUM DRYDEN 'i'lio tlni'st bedil'-r; silver nieiliil at HufTiilo last year. lO.OU per ICO. 2H-lnoh pots; *H.CO per iro, rootfd cuttings. Cash please. Henry Eichtiolz, Waynesboro, Pa. American florist Advts. 3^ tin* 'X^ckd*. jgo2. The American Florist, 567 hardy Perennial Plants We are carrying an Immense Stock of these popular plants. Varieties marked with a ^ are suitable to cut. Doz. 100 Achillea Filipendulina, 3 In. pots $.75 16.00 Achillea Millefolium Roseum. 3-in. pots .60 4.00 •Achillea The Pearl. 3 in. pots 60 4.00 Achillea TomentoBa, 3 in. pots l.OO 8.00 *Aconitum Barbatum, strone plants 1.25 10.00 AcoDitam Fisberi. strong plants 1.50 13 00 Aconitum Nape lus, strong plants 1.25 10.00 *inemone Japonioa Alba. 2H-in. pots.. .75 5.00 ♦ Anemone Japonica Rubra. 2!4-in. pots .75 5.00 *Anemone Lady ArJilaun,2Ji-ln. pots.. .75 5.00 *Anemone Whirlwind, 2H-in. pots 75 5.00 •Anemone Queen Charlotte, 3M-in. pots .75 6.00 Anemone Pcnnsylvanica, 2H-in. pots. .75 6 00 Anemone Sylvesiris, 3-in. pots 75 6.U0 A juga Reptans Rubra, 3-inch pots 75 6 00 Ajuga uenevensis, 3-ln. pots 75 6.00 Alstromena Chiliensis, 3-in. pots 1.(0 8.00 Amsonia Taberna-montana, stc'g plants .75 6.00 Anchusa Italica. strong plants 75 6 00 ♦Anthemis Tinctoria, 3-in. pots 60 4.00 *AnthemisTinctoria, Kelwayi,3-in, pots .60 4.00 *Antliemis Tinctoria, Hallida, 3-in. pots .60 4.00 *Asters, 12 choice hardy var3.,3 in, pots 1.00 8.00 •Aster Qrandillorus. 2M-in. pots 2.00 15.00 Anthericum Liliastrum. strong plants.. .7S 5.00 Anthericum Liliago, strong plants 75 5 03 Artemisia Abrotanum, strong plants.. .75 6 03 Artemisia Purshiana, strong plants 75 6.00 Artemisia Stelleriana, strong plants 75 6.00 ♦Asciepias Tuberosa, 2-year-old roots.. .75 6.00 Asphodelus Luteus, strong divisions 75 6.00 Bocconia Cordata, strong divisions 75 6.00 *Boltonia Asteroides, strong divisions.. .76 6.00 •Boltonia Latisquama, strong divisions .75 6,00 Calimeris Incisa, strong divisions 75 6,00 Caltha Palustris, strong divisions 75 6.0O Caltha Palustris 11. pi., strong divisions .75 6.C0 *Caryopteris Mastacanthus, 3-in. pots .75 6.00 Cassia Marylandica, strong 1-year old.. .7.i 6.00 Campanula Alliari;i?folia, 3-in. pots 75 6.00 Campanula Carpatica, blue and white, 3-in, pots 1.25 10.00 Campanula Celtidifolia, 3-in. pots 1.00 8.00 Campanula Grossekii, slrong divisions .75 6.(0 Campanula Rotunditolia, 3-in. pots 75 6.C0 Campanula Trachelium, 3-in. pots 1.00 8.00 Centaurea Canariensis, 3-in. pots 1.00 8.0D Centaurea Hirla Nigra Var., 3-in, pots .75 6.00 Centaurea Glastifciia, 3-in, pots 75 6 00 Centaurea Montana Rubra, 3-in. pots.. .75 6.00 Centaurea Montana Lady Hastings 3-in. pots l.OO 8.00 •Chrysanthemums, Hardy i'ompon, ax-in. pots 50 3.C0 •Chrysanthemum Maximum Fiiiformis. 3-in. pots 75 6.00 •Chrysanthemum Maximum Triumph, 3-in. pots 75 600 Cimicifuga Racemosa, strong plants. . .1.00 8.00 Chrysogonum Virgintanum.str'g plants .7.i 6 00 Clematis Davidiana, 1-year clumps 75 6.00 •Clematis Recta, 2-year-old plants 1.60 13.00 •Coreopsis Lanceolata Grandiflora, strongclumps 75 6.00 Coreopsis Lanceolata Grandiflora.strong 3-in. pots 60 4 03 Diotamnus Fraxineila. strong plants. ..1.00 8 03 Biotamnus Fraxinnlla Alba, str'g plants 1.25 10.00 Bielytra Spectabilis, strong clumps 75 6.00 Digitalis Ambigua. strong plants 75 6.00 Digitalis Gloxinia-flora, strong plants .75 6.00 *DoronicumCauca8ioum, 3-in, pots 125 10.00 •Doronicum Exoelsum, 3-in. pots 1.25 10.00 Dracocephalum Ruyschianum, strong divisions l.no 8.00 Eohinops Ruthenicus, 4-in. pots 75 6.00 Epimedium Lilaoea, strong plants 2.U0 15.00 Epimedium Maoranthum, strong plants 2,00 15.00 Epimedium Niveum, strong plants 2.00 15.00 Uoz. 100 Epimedium Sulphureum, strongpl»nts$2 00 $15.00 Erigeron Glauous, strong divisions 1.00 8.00 Erigeron Speciosus, strong divisions. .. .75 6 00 Eryngium Amethystinu m, strong plants 2.00 15.00 Eryngium Planum, strong plants 1.00 8.00 •Euphorbia Corollata, strong roots 63 4 00 •Feverfew Little Gem, 2}iJ in. pots 60 4.00 Funbia Cierulea 60 4,00 Funkia Subcordata Alba I.IIO 8.00 Punkia Dnd ulata Media Plota 1.25 10.00 Punkia Thomas Hogg 1.00 8.00 •Gaillardia Grandiflora, 3-in, pots 75 6,00 Gaillaidia Grandillora, 4-in. pots 1.00 8.00 Geranium Sanguineum.strongdivisions 1,00 8.00 Geranium Sanguineum Album, strong divisions l.On 8.00 Geum Atrosanguineum, 11 pi., 3-in. pots .75 6.00 GeumCocoineum, 3-in, pots 75 6.00 Geum Cocoiueum, fl. pi., 3-in. pots 75 6.00 Geum Heldreichi, 3-in. pots 75 6.C0 •Glypsophila Paniculata, strong 1-year .75 6.00 Gypsophila Paniculata Compacta, strong one-year 75 6.00 •Helenium Autiimnale Superba, strong divisions 1,00 8.C0 Helenium Grtifldicephalum Striatum 3-in. pots 75 6.03 *HeIenium Hoopesi, strong divisions. ..l.OO 8.00 •Helenium Pumilum, 3-in. pots 1.00 8.03 •Helianthus Multiflorus, fl. pi., 2Ji-in, .75 6.00 •Hi'lianthus Multiflorus Maximus, i\i- in. pots 75 6.03 •Hellanthus Miss Mellish, strong divisions 75 6.00 *Hi;lianthus Mollis, strong divisions. .. .75 6.00 •Helianthus Orgyalis, strong divisions ,75 6,03 •Helianthus Rigidus, strong divisions.. .75 6.00 •Helianthus Tomentosum, strong divis- ions 1.25 10 00 •Heliops's Pitcherianus.strongdivisions .75 6.00 •HeliopsisScaber Major strongdivisioiis .75 6.03 Hemerocallis Dumortierii, strong plants .75 6.00 Hemerooallis Fulva, strong plants 60 4.00 Hemerocallis B'lava, strong plants 60 4.00 Hemerocallis Kwanso flora plena, strong plants 60 4.00 Hemerocallis Middendorfli, strong p]antsl,25 10.00 HenierocalUs Thuubergi, strong plants .75 6.t0 Hibiscus IMilitaris, strong 1-jear-old. .. ,75 6.03 Hibiscus ^Moscheutos, strong 1-year-old .75 5.03 Hibiscus Moscheutos Roseus, strong one- year-old 75 5,C0 Hibiscus Moscheutos Crimson Eye, strong one-year old 75 5 00 Heuchera Sanguinea, 3-in. pots 1. 03 8.00 •Iris Ka?mpferi, 25 choice named vars.. .1.50 10.03 Iris Krempferi, choicest mixed vars 1,00 8.00 Iris Germanica, 13 choice named vars. .75 6.00 Iris Germanica, choice mixed varieties ,53 4.03 •Iberis Sempervirena, strong divisions .75 6 00 Inula Brittanica. 3-inch pots 75 6.00 Inula Eiisifolia, 3-in, pots 1,00 8.0) Liatris Graniinifolla, strong plants 1.00 8.0O Liatris Scariosa, strong plants 75 6.C0 Liatris SpLcata, strong plants 75 6.0O Linum Perenne, one-year-old plants... ,75 6.0'i •Lobelia Queen Victoria, 3-in. pots l.fO 8.00 Lychnis Chalcedonica fl. pi., 3-in. pots 2.00 15.0J •Lychnis Vespertina Alba, strong clumps , 1.3) 10.0) •Lychnis Viscaria Splendens, 2J^-in 75 6.00 •Lyaimaohia Clethroides, strong plants .75 6.00 Lythrum Roseum Superbura, strong plants 75 6.00 Monarda Didyma, 3-in, pots 75 6.00 Monarda Didyma Purpurea, 3-in. pots .75 6.00 Monarda Didyma Rosea, 3-in. pots 75 6.00 Monarda Didyma Splendens, 3-in. pots .75 6 GO Monarda Fistulosa Alba, 3-in. pots 75 6.00 Doz. 100 •Myosotis Palustris Semperflorens, 3 in. pots $.60 $1.00 •Myo3otisRobustusGrandiflorus,clumps.80 4 10 (Enothera Pilgrimi, 3-in. pots 75 6.00 Pardanthus Sinensis, strong divisions.. .75 e.OO Papaver Orientale. strong 3-in. pns 75 6.00 *P:i.'onias, Double Herbaceous, 10 choice varieties l.EO 12.C0 •Pieonias, Single Herbaceous, 12 choice varieties 2.25 18.00 •Pentstemon Barbatus Torreyii, strong clumps l.CO 8. CO Pentstemon Co3rulea, strong divisions.. 1.00 8.00 Pentstemon Digitalis, 3-in. pots 75 6.00 Pentstemon Diffusus, strong divisions.. 1.00 8.00 •Pentstemon Ovatus, strong divisions.. .75 6.03 •Perennial Phloxes, 50 choice varieties, 3-ia, pots 75 6.00 •Hardy Pinks, 5 choice vars., 4-in. pots .75 6.00 •Platyoodon Grandiflorum. strong roots .75 6 00 •Physostegia Virginica, 3-in. pots 75 6.0) •Physostegia Virginica Alba, 3-in. pots .75 6.u0 Plumbago Larpenta;, strong divisions.. 1.25 10.03 Plumbago Larpenta;, 2!.4-in, pots 60 4.00 Polemonium Ccoruleum , 3-inch pots 1.00 8.00 Polemonium Ccerulenm Alba, 3-m. pots 1.00 8.00 Polemonium Richardsoni, 3-in. pots 1.50 Potentilla Formosa, strong divisions... .75 6.00 Potentilla Hopwoodiana, strong divis- ions 75 6 03 Pontentilla Phcenix, strong divisions. .. .75 6 00 •Pyretorum Hybridum Mixed Seedlings, clumps 1.00 8.00 •Pyrethrum Uliginosura, strong divisions .75 6.00 •Primula VerisSuperba,8trongplants..l.35 10.0) Ranunculus Aorisfl. pi., strong plants-. .73 6.00 •Rudbeokia Golden Glow, 4-in. pots 75 6 00 •Rudbeckia Newmani, strong divisions .75 H.nO •Rudbeokia Purpurea, 3-in. pots 1.00 8.0) •Rudbeckia Subtomentosa, strong divisions 75 5.00 •Rudbeckia Triloba, 3-in. pots 75 6.00 Salvia Azurea Grandillora. strong plants 1.00 8 03 SantoliualDcana. 2Ji-in. pots EO 4.00 Sanlolina Chamivcyparlssus, 2M-in. pots 50 4.00 •Scabiosa Caucasica, strong plants I.IO 8 00 •ScabiosaCaucasicaAlba.strong plants 1,25 10.(0 Saxifraga Crassifolia, strong plants 1.50 12.00 •Sedum Spectabilis, 3>i-in. pots -.75 6.(0 •Statice Incana. stroog plants 75 P.^0 •Statice Gmellni, strong plants 1.25 10.00 •Statice Latifolia, strong plants 1.03 8.00 •Statice Tartarioa. strong plants 75 6.00 Teuorium Canadense, strong plants I.IO 8. CO •rhaiictrum Aquilegifolium, strong plants 1.25 10.00 •Thaliotrum Aquilegifolium Atropur- pureum, strong pUnts 1.25 10.00 Thaliotrum Adiantifolia, strong plants 1..50 12 00 ThalictrumAnemjnoides, strong plants 1.2.5 10 tO Thalictrum Glaucum, strong plants ....1.25 10 00 Thermopsis Caroliniana, 1-year-old 1.00 8 00 Tradoscantia Virginica, strong 63 4.00 Tradeseantia Virginica Alba, strong.. .63 4.00 Tricvrtis Hirta, 3-in. pots 1.00 8.00 •Trollius Europa>us, divisions 75 6.00 •Tritoma Pfltzeri, strong divisions 1.0) 8.00 Veronica Candida, strong divisions 75 6.00 Veronica Longitolia Subsessilis, Vpi- in. pots 75 6.00 Veronica Incana. strong divisions 1.0) 8.0) Veronica Rosea. 3-in. pots l.OO 8.00 Veronica Spicata, strong divisions 1.00 8.0J Veronica Spicata Vanegata, strong divisions 1.03 8.01 Vinca Minor, strong clumps 75 6.00 For a full list of HARDY PERENNIALS with Illustrations and descriptions, see our current catalogues. HENRY A. DREER, 714 Chestnut St., PHILADELPHIA, PA. 558 The American Florist. May 3, Our pasTiMES. Annoancements of coming contests or other •vents of Interest to our bowling, shooting and oyoling readers are solicited and will be given place in this column. Address all correspondence for this department to Wm. J. Stewart, 79 Milk St., Boston, Mass.; Bobt. Klft, 1725 Chestnut St., Philadelphia, Pa.; or to the American Florist Co.. 324 Dearborn St., Ohioago, 111. At Fktfaush. Following is the record of the bowling at Flatbush, Brooklyn, N. Y., on Thurs- day evening, May 1: Player 1st 2d 3d 4th Riley 130 13j 13.5 2C2 E. Dailledouze 168 128 119 P Dailledouze 99 118 115 H. Dailledouze 138 119 131 Raynor 15i 128 146 1.56 Sieorecht 115 143 119 115 Wocker 114 Hi la9 134 Stewart 164 131 121 126 Lang 157 151 139 198 Scbwake 96 103 113 At New York. Following are the scores recorded at the regular practice game of the bowling club on April 28: Player Ist ?d 3d 4th Burns 178 162 165 1S9 Lang 181 316 184 182 Thielmann 175 165 170 18J Siebreoht 134 15B 133 130 Smith Ift6 187 1S8 142 Traendly 134 199 120 157 Hafner 177 163 13i! 127 Afterwards three of the leading artists had a match game of their own. with the following result: Siebrecht, 97; Traendly, 92; Hafner, 95. At St. Louis. The St. Louis Florists' Bowling Clnbis hard at work and has arranged a series of games for w^hich a prize will be awarded each month. There will be a set of handicaps and the games of last week were as follows: Player 1st 2d 3d Hdc. T'l Ber-eke 180 17H 168 8 524 Ellison 180 217 18) soriitoh f 82 Weber 141 147 158 31 456 Adels 194 1S4 167 31 605 Sturtz l^S 171 169 9 515 Kuehn 144 191 169 6 497 Miller 201 170 213 3> 189 Kunz 1SI6 228 156 26 580 Ellis 134 193 35 3>7 R. J. M. At Jamestown, N. Y. At the last weekly roll the rose grow- ers won by 115 pins, giving them a lead of eleven pins in twenty-seven games rolled. Following are the scores tor the night: Carnationis'tb. ' Ist 2d 31 T'l Scott 131 97 149 380 Hennon Ii7 121 187 43^ Whltoomb liS 133 101 369 Eidcns 113 162 134 4U9 Lydon 131 141 143 415 Kelly 121 1C8 154 3v3 Doxey 114 121 120 34) Totals 8.55 883 988 2726 ROBAKIANB. Ist 2d 3d T'l Bowyer 161 184 113 4.5S Gunton 137 I(i5 123 365 Vanderhof 162 125 119 406 Brooks 99 144 114 357 Coyne 2!2 137 168 527 MoCue 171 12K 127 424 Carlson 99 94 111 31'4 Totals 1061 915 875 2841 A. S. Cincinnati. BUSINESS QUIET AND CUTS HBAVY. — MUCH STOCK GOES TO THE BARREL. — CLIFTON COMPANY TO PAY IN FULL. — NEW GROW- ING ESTABLISHMENT RUMOHBD. — A GOOD YEAR. Trade is rather quiet for this season of the year and we are having our spring glut of flowers and a good many find their way to the barrel. A little funeral work is about all that moves the flowers at present, there being no weddings or decorations of any kind worthy of men- tion. Smilax and asparagus are growing scarce and no dotibt as soon as terns are used up there will be quite a run on the same. It has been stated by good authority that several wealthy men of this city intend to form a stock company to grow and sell choice cut flowers and plants for the local trade. Probably they are anxious to find out what it costs to pro- duce these articles. Gus. Adrian, Carl Schweizer and Fred. Gear acted as appraisers of the stock of the Clifton Rose Company, which went into the hands of a receiver some time ago. All the accounts owed by the com- pany will be paid in full. The Board of Directors of the Cincin- nati Cut Flower Company held its annual meeting last week. Wm. Mann, the sec- retary, reports an increase of twenty per cent in the volume of business done over last year. The bedding season is close at hand and all the growers handling this class of goods are in work up to their necks. D. Corfu, N. Y.— William Scott has broken ground for his season's addition, ■ix houses 20x150, which will be rushed to completion, for the rose stock is at hand with which they are to be planted. Lowell, Mass. CUT FLOWER TRADE HOLDS FAIR FOR THE SEASON. — STOCK PLENTIFUL EXCEPT CARNATIONS. — BEDDING PLANT BUSINESS BEGINS WITH A RUSH.— NOTES. Business continues to keep up in pretty good shape. There has been considera- ble funeral work, with a spring wedding now and then to help out. The weather the past week has been very warm, caus- ing flowers to bloom a little more freely. At the present time there is a good sup- ply of stock, except carnations, which seem to be limited. Good blooms ot the up-to-date varieties are fetching from $4 to $6 per hundred. Everybody is prepar- ing for Memorial day, which is not far distant. Violets are of the past. Sweet peas are coming in, but at present the demand for them is greater than the sup- ply; they sell lor 25 cents per dozen. Some snapdragons of excellent (|uality are being sent in, which take the place of stocks, which are all gone for the present. On Saturday, April 26, Patten had a very pretty decoration at the Rogers Hail school. The mantel in the spacious parlors was banked with adiantum and Balduin roses, with a fringe of yellow marguerites, which created much com- ment. The spring trade has opened with a rush. Great is the activity seen at some of the greenhouses, getting their bedding plants into shape, also getting ready to plant out carnations. A.M. Portland, Ore.— C. W. Scott, repre- senting Vaughan's Seed Store, has been calling on the trade here this week. CrbsTon, 1a. — I. C. Hon is resigning his position as manager for the Creston Greenhouses June 1 to engage in business for himself under the name of the ■•'loral Park Greenhouses, building two houses as a starter. I^ Chicago \ Market. It has been a long time since the Ken- nicott Brothers Company has had occa- sion to complain of poor business. Of course there is a day occasionally that seems like the Fourth of July, but it'» only by contrast with the day before, which seemed like Christmas, and the day to follow usually looks something like Easter in the amount of flowers handled. It is remarkable the amount of stock received, graded, cared for and sold (most of it shipped) in this house every day. Representing, as the Kennicott* do, more growers than any house in the west, and growers of all classes, from the man who grows a specialty and does it well, to the man whose houses shelter every plant known to the cut flower trade, they receive daily such varied quantities of stock as would pass the comprehension of one not familiar with the conditions of the Chicago market. Where all this material goes to is a puzzle to those who have not seen the expressmen carrying away the boxes with the Kennicott label, and the city buyers who throng the place in the early morn- ing, and again in the afternoon, for it is well understood by the city retailers now, as well as the country florists, that "when you can't get it anywhere else go to Kennicott's." But there is just one distinction between the city and the country buyer at Kenni- cott's. That is that the country buyer takes first place. If stock ii scarce, flow- ers are set aside to fill all country orders before anything is sold to the city trade. The out of town man must not be disap- pointed, for he relies on Kennicott's. Perhaps that is one of the greatest rea- sons why their shipping trade has grown steadily, year by year. But there is another strong point which appeals to the out of town buyer. He likes to know that he is paying Chicago market rates. This he knows when he sends his order to Kennicott's. No need to look for. price lists, for the ticket shows just what the city man is paying for the same grade of stock at the hour of ship- ment. KENNICOTT BROS. CO. Wholetale Commlttlon Florlttt and DaaUrt In all Florists' Supplla*. 42-44 Randolpli St. CHICAGO. FLINT KENNICOTT. Pres. E. E. PIESER, Treaa. G. H. PIESER. Secy. R. R. JAM POLIS. Ally. HON. ROBf. REDFIELD. Vice-Preaident. igo2. The American Florisi, 559 1 Have Removed To the spacious and central New Cut Flower Market, COOQAN BUILDING, SIXTH AVENUE AND 26TH STREET. Best facilities in the country for marketing or shipping Flowers. Open for business all day from 5 A. M. Frank IV1illang,Ne>v York GERMAN PANSIES The Ne Plus Ultra strain is the best that money can buy. We have them in large quantities; grown in cold frames, and all transplanted. Fine plants in bud and bloom, $1.50 per lOD; $12.00 per 1000. ANDREWS BROS.. 2974 Detroit St , LAKEWOOD. 0. (near Cleveland.) ROOTED CUTTINGS Estelle. $5.00; Lawson, $1.00; Marquis and Elm City, $2.00; Crocker and Lord, $1.00 per 100. Other varieties on application. DANA B. HEBRON, OLEAN. N. T. FAXON'S 'WHITE HOUSE' PANSIES. The best mixture in cultivatioD, flowers very large, thick and velvety; of superb colors and markings. The perfection of form and texture. In Trade Packets at Sl.OO each. M. B. FAXON, Lock Box 1528, BOSTON, MASS. Correapondence Bolicited. CARNATIONS Mrs. Frances .Toost, Ethel Crocker, Lizzie Mc- G^wan, Mary Wood, Hoosier Maid, "Wm. Scott, Crane, etc., in 2H-in.. ready for field. SMILAX. 2!4 in., extra stock. BOSTON FERNS. Wi. 3, 4, 5. 6, 7-in. Write GEO. a. KUHL, Pekin, 111. GLOIRE DE LORRAINE, 2X-I> kk ?9 Indispensable This is the only word whicli describes the Ameri- can Florist Company's Directory, just out. This book, 418 pages of facts tersely told, is issued annually and is an aid to business and money making which no wholesaler or traveling salesman can aflford to be without. It contains the name of every Florist, Nurseryman and Seedsman, arranged both by states and towns and alphabetically; and new lists of Gardeners or Superintendents of private estates, Experiment Station Horticultur- ists, Landscape Architects and Horticultural Sup- ply Concerns. It will save many times its cost by enabling you to cover America with your catalogue and at the same time waste no printed matter or postage on dead names. EDITION OF 1902, POSTPAID, $2.00 oe AM[RICAN nORIST CO., 324 Dearborn St., CHICAGO, ILL. ...LOOK... Over this list of items and send us 50c or $1.00 for samples of what you may want. r Red, White, Fink, Salmon, GERANIUMS \ Ivy, Roae. FeUrgonlum, (. nme. Saileroi. SMILAX, fine, 3-lnch. SWEET ALISSUM. Dwarf and Large. FEVERFEW. SALVIA. AGERATUM. VINCAS. ENGLISH IVr. FUCHSIAS, SALVIA. LANTANAS. HIBISCUS. MARGUERITES. MOONVINES, etc. PETUNIAS. BEGONIAS. FAN8IES. Etc.. Etc. Write. OEO. A. KUHL, Pekin, III. Asparagus PLUMOSUS NANUS.... From flats, $2.50 per 100; $20.00 per 1000. 25 at 100 rates; 250 at 1000 rates, prepaid. Cash. LOOMIS nORAL CO. LOOMIS. CAL. Wild Smilax 60 POUND CASE, S3.00. 30 POUND CASE, 32.00. New Crop DAGQER FERNS, ready May 1st, quality the best. Write for quotations. R. A. LEE, Moiiroe, Ala. FANCY or CCC3IVIO «1.«0 DAGGER r^CmMO PER 1000 PRINCESS PINE, So per lb. GALAX, green or bronze, 76o per lOOO. Laurel festooning, 4c, 5c and 6c per yd. Green or Sphag- num Moss. Send for prices on large orders. CROWL PBRN CO., Telegraph Office New Salem, Mass. P. O. Mllllngrton, Mu5. Dracaena Indivisa, 4-in. $10; 5-in...':;;5.^ 10.00 3.00 3.00 3,00 6.00 2.00 3.00 .5.00 3 00 2.00 1.00 .00 Vincas, 5-inch Geraniums, mixed 4-inch $5.00; 3-inch Salvias 4- inch $3.00; 3-lncli Begonias, Flowering, 3-inch Rex Sweet Alyssum, 2^-inch Saxirraga, 3-inch Cannas, 4-inch 3-inch Pansies, One, in bloom Bellis Perennis. Spotted Calla, 5-inoh 20.00 J. S. BLOOM, Riegelsvllle, Pa. It will be to your advantage to ascertain the rates from Chicago to New York, New England and all eastern points applying over the Nickel Plate Road and its eastern connections. Three daily trains, on which there is no excess fare. One feature of service on that road is meals in dining cars, on American club plan. Pay for what you get, but in no event more than from 3Sc to $1.00. Folders, rates and all information cheerfully furnished by applying to John Y. Calahan, General Agent, 111 Adams St., Chicago, III. Depot, Filth Ave. and Harri- son St. 4 MEMORIAL DAY. NEW CROP DAGGER FERNS Are now ready, A No. 1 quality, ^l.liO per IW3. BOUQUETGREEN Princess Pine, 6c per lb. BRONZE AND GREEN GALAX, 5000 lots, 75c Der 1000. LEUCOTHOE SPRAYS 75 cents per 100. LAUREL FESTOONING 4c, 5c and 6c per yard. LAUREL WREATHS, to order, any size. Boston. May 3rd. 1902. ■\Ve wouM respectfully inform the trade that our new crop of DHpuer Ferns is now ready and they are A No. 1 qujility. We curry a full assort- ment of Florists' Hardy Supplies as follows: ItroD'/c and Qrci-ii Galiii, Hardy I'ut and Fancy I'l-rus. Bouqiiot Green, liaurel Festooninj;. Laurel Wreaths, liiiudic Laun'l. etc. P. S.— Extra chnlce Dagger FcrnB. $?.00ppr 1000. Siitisfactiou (juuranteed and quick delivery. Of'l'r th'-iH n-nv and avoid disappnintnipnl and thi- rush. l.i'UK' distance teieplion.-, -.'ftlS Main. HENRY M. ROBINSON & CO. 32-34-36 COURT SQ., BOSTON. MASS. Ilr()ny.r or ureim. 75c per 1000. Ill 2 OJloU or over; sint'lo lOOJ, »1.00. Fern, Fancy. J.'.fiJ p^r IIIOO; I'.Tn, DaKgcr, $1.50 per lOOO. Leuoothu- Sprays. l,ron/t' and Kreen, assorted sizes. %\ per 100. Green sheet moss, J2.60 per bbl. bag. L. J. KRESHOVER. 110-112 W. 27lh Street. NEW YORK CITY. Telephone call. WJ Madison Square. HARRY A. BUNVARD. IVlBr. GALAX igo2. The American Florist. 561 ROOTED CARNATION CUTTINGS. r^rifSl^r You don't have to buy 200 to have 100 fit to plant out, when planting time comes. For every 100 we send, you have 101 when ready to plant We have the finest and largest stock of NORWAY and ESTELLE in the country. Stock marked ( * ), now ready in flats. ^^"Send us a list of your wants for special prices on 1 PerlOOPerlOOO ^^^^^^ P^^I^S. ♦General Maceo $1.73 $15.00 ♦ Ethel Crooker 1.75 16.00 *G. H. Crane 2.50 2J.00 ♦Genevieve Lord 2.C0 15.00 ♦ Marquis 2.00 17.50 •Mrs. G. M. Bradt 2.50 20.00 ♦ChioaKO 3.50 30.00 •Morning Glory 3.00 25.00 •Mrs. T. W. Lawson 5 00 40.00 •Queen Louise 5.00 45.00 •Norway 4.50 40.00 Prosperity 6.00 50.00 •Governor Roosevelt 6.00 50.00 •Estelle 6.00 50.00 •Cresshrook 10.00 75 00 Knquirer 13 00 100.00 •Mrs. Potter Palmer 13.00 lOOOO •Mrs. Higinboiham 12.00 100.03 GREENHOUSES: WESTERN SPRINGS, In pans, grown the way you like them, full, bushy, compact stock, ready for your counier trade. Each 12-inch pans $4.00 10-inch pans 3.00 9-inch pans 2.00 8-inch pans 1.50 7-inch pans l.flO 6-inch pans 75 5-inch pans 50 4-inch pots 3-inch pots 2i4-inch pots Started Plants of Cannas. a full line of all the leaders. Write for prices. large lots. ASPARAGUS PLUMOSUS NANUS. bushy stock in Jarge quantity Doz. 100 $40.00 3000 30.00 15.00 10.00 8.C0 $60.00 5.00 40.00 2.50 20.00 1.50 10.00 .60 5 00 Fine .. ._ ^ Doz. "lOO ■ 1000 5-inoh pots $4.00 $30.00 4-inch pots 3 00 15.00 3-inoh pots 1.00 8.00 $70.00 2V4 -inch pots 60 5.00 40.00 ARAUCARIA EXCELSA. A Big Bargain. 5-inoh pots, 18 to 30 inches high, 4 to 6 whorls each, 75o; dozen. $9.00. ' FICUS ELASTICA (Rubber Plant). 7-inch pots, 36 inches high, very fine stock $9.00 per dozen. ' PHCENIX CANARIENSIS. Fine bushy plants, 8-inch pots, 36 inches hieh each, 12.60; dozen, 134 00. VaUGHAN'S SEED GT^Df? 84-86 RANDOLPH ST.. CHICAGO. '^ ■ Vri^I-j ,4 BARCLAY ST., NEW YORK. Well Rooted and Healthy. Per 100 Per 1000 PROSPERITY, white overlaid with pink $6.00 #50.00 GOV. ROOSEVELT, crimson... 6.00 30,00 QUEEN LOUISE, white 4.00 40.00 BON HOMME RICHARD, white 4.00 30.00 IRENE, pink 4.00 30.00 TRIUMPH, pink 2.00 15.00 WHITE CLOUD, white 2.00 15.00 THOS. W. LAWSON, pink 4.C0 35.00 MARQUIS, pink 2.50 20.00 G. H. CRANE, scarlet 2.00 15.00 AMERICA, scarlet 2.00 15.00 MRS. BRADT, variegated 2.50 20.00 GUARDIAN ANGEL 1.75 15.00 MICHAEL WINAHDY, CHICAGO. DEVON AVE. AND NORTH ROBEY. NEW CARNATIONS. Cressbrook and Fair Maid, strong, from soil, $1 50 per doz.; $10.00 per 100; $75.00 per 1000. CHRYSANTHEMUMS Fine strong plants from 2H-inch pots.ieady now. Our selection, all good standard sorts, $20.CO per 1000. We have many other varieties than here listed. Send for complete list. Price per 100; E. Halliday $4.00 Major Bonnatfon. .. 3.00 Philadelphia 5.00 Pennsylvania 5.00 Modesto 3.00 Nagoya 3 00 M. de Montmott.... 3.C0 Glory of the Pacific 3.00 Ladv Harriett 6.U0 Maud Dean 4.00 Xeno 3.00 Geo. W. Childs 4.00 Intensity 4.00 T.Eaton $1.00 Kellie Pockett 8.00 Lady Roberts 8.C0 Mrs, E. D. Smith... 6.f0 Golden Beauty 8.00 Mrs. Chamberlain . 8.00 Mme. F. Bergmann 3.00 Willowbrook 3.00 Merry Monarch .... 3 00 Polly Rose 3.00 G. S Kalb 3.00 Ivory 3.00 Mrs. J Jones 3.00 H. A. Parr 3.00 H. WEBEB, & SONS, Oakland, Md. Chrysanthemums. From 2y2-inr-h pots. fin.-, stmns plants. $2.00 per 100. Varieties: Yellow— Major liounaffon. Golden ^Veddin^ Yellow Jones, Yellow Queen. O. P. Bassett and Gloriana. AVhite— Western King, Queen. Niveus, White Jones, Mrs. Henry Robin- son and Kate Brown. Pink— Mrs. Murdock, Mrs. Perrin and Mrs. E. G. Hill. MRS. J. W. CROUCH, Chattanooga, Tenn. E. C. Hill, Robinson, Maude Dean, Yacoma, out of 2W-inch pots, $2.00 per 100. 25 other varietiep. Maude Adams. Timothy Eaton, Goldmine, Col. Appleton, Modesto, Nagoya, out of 2!»i-in. pots, $3.C0 per 100. A. D. Montgomeiy B",ds.! Hazelton, Pa. Rose Plants for Sale GOOD CLEAN STOCK, WELL ESTABLISHED. Brides, Bridesmaids, Meteors and Golden Gates, 2-in. rose pots, $30 per 1000; 3-in. rose pots, |4S per lOOO; 4-in. rose pots, |60 per ICOO. CHRVSANTHEMIM ''°°-^,f£'.T°H"v^iV'!?.f iv,., .... Tbe foUoirlue varieties at 81.50 per 100: WHITE— Early. Fitzwygram, Kuno. WHITE-Mid-season. Ivory, Snow Queen, Evangeline, Mrs. H. Robinson, WHITE -Late. Mrs. Jerome Jones. YELLOW- Early. Yellow Fitzwygram, Marion Henderson. YELLOW-Mid-season. Bonnaffon, Mrs. O. P. Bassett. YELLOW— Late. Yellow Jerome Jones. PINK-Early. De Montmort, J. K. Shaw, Glory of Pacific. PINK-Mid-season. Xeno, Pink Ivory. PINK-Late. Mrs. Murdock. Greenhouses, HINSDALE, ILL. BASSETT & WASHBURN,""^™"""*' Ave., CHICAGO. New Chrysanthemum "CREMO" FIKST-CLASS CERTIFICATE FROM C. S. A. The best early yellow Chrysanthemum to date; comes in with Glory of Pacific, from which it is a sport, A beautiful soft shade of yellow, the color being much more distinct than is usual with sports. It just fills a vacancy in yellow at that season. ^^^^^^^^ PRICES FROM 2X-INCH POTS. ■ 35c each; $3.00 per dozen; $20.00 per 100. MCMILLAN & SONS, Hudson nelghts, N. J. Please mention the American. Flnrist when ivritinz- IVORY AND BONNArrON CHRYSANTHEMUMS. Plants Jrom 2-inch pots, $2.00 per 100: $18.00 per lOQO. Ready for immediate delivery. WM. MURPHY, Wholesale Tlorist, station F, CINCINNATI. OHIO. Chrysanthemums SX ot Merry Monarch, white and yellow; Willowbrook, J. H. Troy, J. E. Lager, Robinson, Pacific, Polly Rose, Shrirapton, Bonnaffon, M. Henderson, Ivory, pink and white; Murdock, F. B. Hayes, Pres. Smith, J. Jones, $1.25 per 100; $10 per lOOi). Walter Molatsoh, R. Halliday, Appleton, $2.00 per lOO. Cash with order. G. F. NEIPP, Aqueduct, Woodhaven P. 0., N. Y. fUase mention the Atmrtcan ±''lorxsi wtien Ttn^mz, Glirii§dni.li6iiium§. OVER TWENTY VftRlETIES. Names on application, 3!4-inch pots. $2.00 per 100; $15.00 per lOOD. Roob-d outtinss, $1.00 per ICO. G. 6. NflNZ, OWENSBORQ, KY. Chrysanthemum Plants. MRS. BERGMANN and GEO. KALB. best early white, from 2 and 2^-inch pots, fine plants, $2 50 per 100. VINCA VAR., from 2 and 2i4-inoh pots, 13.50 per 100, or 122.50 per 1000. JOHN J. VONDERSAAR, 1 535 Madison Ave., Indianapolis, Ind. Mease mention the American Florist when wriCint' 562 The American Florist. May J' St. Louis. M&KKBT HBAVrLY STOCKED. — MEDIUM AND LOW GRADES PREDOMINATE.— ENGEL- MANN CLUB HAS AN INTERESTING SES- SION. The last meeting of the Engelmann Botanical Clnb was held on Monday eveningwith thirty-fivemembers present. Mr. Luke gave a very interesting talk on annnals, especially the sixteen used in the distribution envelopes, and also showed the feeds in small bottles. He was followed by Miss Teppin, who made some very interesting remarks about the value of the hyacinth bean as a vine and covering plant and also described the best way for amateurs to grow pansies, advising that they either start them in the fall or buy plants from florists. P. T. Barnes followed and made the suggestion of growing gourds and pumpkins tor cov- ering porclies. The seed committee reported that about 35,000 packets of seed had been distributed and that 25,000 more would be sent out in the next week. Stock is considerably more plentiful this week but there is still very little first-class material. The roses that are coming in run from $6 to $8 for the very best. Carnations bring $2.50 for the fancies. Carnations are very plentiful this week but there is not an over-supply of white. Some very fine White Cloud and Marquis, with a few Prosperity, are seen. Sweet peas are coming in heavily and the general run of them do not bring over 50 cents to 75 cents per hundred. Lilacs are still bringing $3 to $5 per hundred sprays and quite a number have been used. R. J. M. Lenox, Mass. — C. W. Ward, of Queens, N. Y., who had arranged to deliver an illustrated lecture on "The Improvement of Carnations in America," before the last meeting of the Horticultural Society, was prevented from so doing, important business matters making his presence necessary In West Virginia on that day. Mr. Ward will deliver his lecture to the society at some future date. LAST CALL CARNATIONS MRS. HIGINBOTHAM, The great lit,'hL pink nf the future; a winner everywfiere. Peter Ktinberg, sajs: "Book me for lO.COO *' ■\V. N. Rudd says: "It's got 'em nil skinned to death on color." We are now shippiuK nice stock from soil at $12.00 per lUO; $103.00 per IC03. MRS. PALMER, Thf^ best scarlet ever inlroduced; 8*-Dd for sam- ple blooms. 3-foot stt;m8, p-rfect flowers, 3*4-in. in dittiiieter. freo as any variety of any color SI2.0O per 100; SIOO.OO per 1000. Per lOO Per ICCO CHICOT $1(0 .ViO.OO PROSPERITY, frorasoil 4.00 30(0 CRANE, from soil 2.00 ia.60 GOMliZ, from soil 2.00 12.50 ROOSEVELT 6 00 40CO NYDIA 2.(10 15.cn AVONDALE 2.00 15C0 .Chicago Carnation Co., Joliet, III. Please n tntion the American Florist when ivrtting. CARNATION CUTTINCS All the new and standard varieties, free from rust and all other diseases. Our stock is in fine shape and all cuttings are well rooted when sent out. Per 100 Per 1000 HiaiNBOTHAM 112.00 JlOiJ.tO MRS. POTTER PALMER 1200 100.00 PROSPERITY 4.00 30.00 NORWAY 5.00 40.00 IRENE 3.00 25.00 LAWSON 3 00 25.00 BON HOMME RICHARD 3 00 25 00 HOOSIBRMAID 3.00 25.00 CRANE 1.25 10.00 THE MARQUIS 1.25 10.00 QENEVIBVE LORD 1.25 10 00 ARQYLB 1.00 7 50 QUARDIAN ANQEL 1.25 lOOO Per 100 Per 1000 PRANCES JOOST I 1.00 CERISE QUEEN 1.00 TRIUMPH 1.25 FLORA HILL 1.25 WHITE CLOUD 135 PERU 1.00 AMERICA 1.25 MRS. L. INE 1.50 MRS. BRADT 1.75 ARMAZINDY. EVANSTON BSTELLE WHITE CLOUD ... MORNING QLORY. 1.25 1.00 6.00 t 7.60 7.60 10.00 10.00 10.00 7.60 laoo 12.60 15.00 10.00 7.50 40.00 lO.ro 17.50 i^O{SE> i»i:^A.K:ars. 2i4-in. pots. Per lOO Per 1000 METEOR $3.00 $25.00 PERLE 3.00 25.00 2i4-in. pots. Per 100 Per 1000 aOLDEN GATE »3.00 LIBERTY 12.00 $25.00 iw.eo All Plants and Rooted Cuttings sold under express conditions that if not satisfactory -when received they are to be returned immedi- ately, when money will be refunded. "Write for pjcioes orx l^x*s;e cnj.^n-tltles. PeterReinberg,51WabashAve.,CMcago Ivory or While Golden Gate. Guaranteed TRUE STOCK Strong plants out of 2-in. pots. $6.00 PER 100. 27,50 PER 500. 50.00 PER 1000. W.A.Hammond 107 E. Broad St., Richmond, Va. f^ase mention the American Florist when uurittne. Wanted, 1,500 Grafted Bridesmaids Name Lowest Price. SOUTH PARK FLORAL CO.. NEW CASTLE. INDIANA. Orchids 1 ^ Arrived in excellent condition: CatHeya Skin- n^-ri, Perist**ri:i elaia, (Holy Ghost Orchid), also Cattleya Dowiann and a number of Dcndrobiums. Write for our illuslrated aud d-'si-nplue catuliiKue of nrchlils. LAGER & HURRELL, summit, n. j. Orchid Orowera and Importer*. I™ Regan Printing House S"' CATALOGUES f LORISTS' ^"'"^^^** ,y 87-9J Plymouth Place, o»jtj» CHICAGO j»j»j» The New White That is Hard to Beat. Rooted Cuttings from flats. A No. I. stuff. Per (00, S4.S0; per 1000, $40.00. Vaughan's Seed Store, R'.',; PANSIES The Jennings Strain. l-'ine cold frame plants in bud and bloom, $1.60 per lUO; $7 50 per SOU. Cash with order. ■. B. JENNINQ3, Uek U% 254, StsthpMt, C«m. Grower of the Finest PaDsies. Ptease wirtitinn the American Florist '.iihe*t if*tlinz- PANSIES.. Giant Tnniutclp;iu from cold friimcs, (3 per lUUO. Mme. Perrelull sold. 10211 Union Ave.. CHICAGO. ILL. J.P.FRYER M;i|'lf Shado col- It'Ctioil. A f r W thoiiHund "■ 1 1 r a L'ond 2d and 3d i/i"'. 'i'hi- bt'Ht pl.-iniiii'/ stork und th'' chejiix^st. WILBUR A. CHRIttTY, KINSMAN. OHIO. Gladioli igo2. The American Florist. 563 ROOTED CUTTINGS. Strong Healthy Stock. The following at $12.00 per JOO; $JOO.O0 per lOOO: Viola Allen, Stella, Alba, Jos. H. Manley, Mrs. Potter Palmer, Apollo, Harry Fenn, Dorothy Whitney. The following at 5J0.00 per JOO; $75.00 per 1000: Golden Beauty, Challenger; Mrs. E. A. Nelson, Cressbrook, Gaiety. The following at $6.00 per JOO; $50.00 per JOOO: Gov. Roosevelt, Prosperity, Loma, Norway. Queen Louise, $5 per JOO; $40 per JOOO. Mrs. Lawson,$4.50 per JOO; $40 per JOOO. Morning Glory and Mrs. G. M. Bradt, $3.00 per ICO; $25.00 per JOOO, Lizzie McGowan and Wm. Scott, $J.50 per JOO; $J2 00 per JOOO. THE COTTAGE GARDENS, QUEENS, L. I., N. Y. 12,000 OLD Beauty Plants $5O.00 FEB. 1000. Have been one year on bench. Perfectly Healthy stock, guaranteed to be satisfactory in every respect. Special care given to damp- ening and mossing of roots for shipment. J. A. BUDLONG, 37-39 Randolph St. CHICAGO. ROSE PLANTS From 2H-in. pots. Per ICO Per 1000 METEOR : $3 00 K5.00 PERLE 3.00 25.00 BRIDE 3.00 25.00 BRIDESMAID 3.00 25 CO GOLDEN GATE 3.00 S5.00 KAISERIN 3.00 25.00 The above named stock Is clean, well rooted and free from disease, GEO. REINBERQ, 51 Wabash Ave., Chicago. Piease mention the American Florist when writing. JOSEPH HEACOCK, Wynoote, Pa., Grower of Palms and Am. Beauty Roses. ■^ £^ C^ ^~' C^ Crimson Rambler Ramblers, 3 to 4^ ft., well branched.. .$10 per lOO 2!4to3ft., " " ... 8 per 100 -^" IV, to2!/j ft., " " ... eperlOO Soupert, strong field-grown plants 15 per 100 The Conard & Jones Co, West Grove, Pa. Piease wKtUion the American Flonst wken writing WE HAVE TO VACATE unexpectedly OUR CARNATION FARM at 60th and Market Streets, and theretore oiTer at REDUCED PRICES. The following Rooted Cuttings are First-Class Carnation Stocl( Per JOO Per JOOO 12,000 NORWAY . $3.00 $25.00 4,200 PROSPERITY 3.50 3000 7,500 ROOSEVELT 3.5o 30.00 Per JOO Per JOOO 4.800 ESTELLE . $4 00 Mo.oo 2,500 DOROTHY . 5 00 40 00 1,000 MACEO . . 1.50 10.00 8,000 MRS. f. JOOST i.5o 12 CO The above are all well rooted, in first-class condition, ready for immediate shipment. ROBT. CRAIG & SON, KLf Philadelphia, Pa. jmnmmmffmTTmmTTmmTmTmnmTTmmTTmmmnmmnmmmTTTTmmmnmg I The Sensational New Rose fer 1902. MRS. OLIVER AMES. For description, prices, etc., see Trade List. Henry A. Trask, Editor of "North American," says in a letter dated Feb. 19th, 1902. The box of roses arrived safely last Saturday afternoon. Please accept my thanks. To my mind they are the realization of the ideal. Yours very truly, H. A. TRASK, Editor. $100.00 IS OFFERED IN PRIZES tor Cut Flowers of this Rose at Madison Square Show next fall. " PURYQAIITUFUMU^ ^°™° °®^ European varieties ot sterling merit, the stock of vrhich 3 C Unn I Onn I nbnlUniO we control for the American Market, and also all the cream of 3 C last year's new European varieties, and all the New American varieties of this season's intro- 2 ; ye; . duction; for those contemplating growing for the shows next fall the above will prove winners. JOHN N. MAY, Summit, N. J. | gwwagg«BSig^«/a^2^ya^asrei UU ■ A Burbank, Henderson, Mme. uBlln0d Crozy, F. Vaughan, P. U>.r- '"*■■■"■'' quant, L.E. Bally, A. B.juvier, J. C. Vaughan, Egandale. Souv, de Antoine Crozy in variety, started, $2 50 per 100. ALTcRNAN • HcRAS c.. eocVstpaid! Pot plants, red. yellow, pink, $3 00 per 100. BOSTON FERN l1nLl:''s.fo:^-'°^''-^^^ Begonias, flowering, Id viriety. 2l4-ia., %%c. RussellaMultlflora and Elegantlssima 2^-in.4c. Vinca Malor, strong, fine runners, 2-in., 3c. Cash. A. J. BALDWIN. NEWARK, OHIO. ASTER Plants Seraple's Branching ard fjueen of lb'- Market, in white, pink, blue and red, fine plants, grown from the fiopst seed saved by mvdelt, at $3.5D per UW; "0.! per 10". J C. SCHMIDT, BRISTOL, PA. GERANIUMS. Jean Viaod, Mme. Landry, Mme. Char- lotte and Hubert Charron, $5 per 100. Marvel, Due de Montemart, La Favorite, Wm. Ptitzer, Countess de Castiers and Mars, $3.00 per 100. BEGONIA Rex, a large collection of salable varitties from 2V2 and 3-inch pots. PELARGONIUMS. Strong stock from 2V2 and 3 inch pots, in bud and bloom, W. C. Boyes. Euclid, Bridegroom, Crimson King, Evening Star, Innocence, Joseph Leigh, Linda, Mrs. O. W. Childs and Prince George, $12 per 100. Mme. Thibaut, Robt. Green, Sandiford's Best, Sandiford's Wonder and Victor, $8 per 100. FEVERFEW Matricaria, $2.50 per 100. NATHAN SMITH & SON. ADRIAN, MICH P^IALARIS ARUNDINACiA VAR. One of the most suitable plants for bor- dering Canna Beds, $4 per 100. RUDBECKIA Golden Glow, 2-inch pot«.$2 50 per 100. Newmanii, 2-inch pots, $3 GO per 100. HELIANTHUS Multiflorus Plenus, double, 2inch pots, $2 50 per 100. Multiflorus Plenus, sin- gle, 2inch pots, $2 50 per 100. Rigidus, $3.00 per 100. NEPHROLEFIS Cordata Compacta and Nephrolepis Cordifolia. This is exceptionally strong 3 in. pot stock, anda bargain, $4 per 100. RAMBLER BOSES. 2-yr.-old extra strong, 8c each. 75 yel- low, 75 pink and 75 white. With Leaves On... JAPANESE FERN BALLS. We have an immense stock of Fern Balls, well furnished with leaves, at $5.00 per dozen. Culls from $3.00 per dozen, up. The Geo. Wittbold Co., Chicago, III. nni Clio In 20 best varieties 2-in., ter 10C,$J- UULCUd per 1000, $18. Rooted Cuttings per 100, 60c; per ICOO $5. It by mail add 10c per 100. NEPHKOLEPIS WITTBOLDII. Rooted Runners, ptr dozen $1 CO IMPATIENS rut QUEEN 3-inch pots, strong, per dozen 2.00 Large Plants frcm Bench, ready for 7-inoh Latania Borbonica Palms, 2-inch, ready for 3-inch, 101), $3. CO; per 101.0 25 00 This variety we now offer for the first time, it being far ahrad of any cheap bloom- ing house plant that we know of. A grand plant for out-of-town flor.s s. Fiowers IV4 to W2 in.hes in "diameter, color a delicate satiny pink with bright car- mine eye, center of petals faintly tinged with white, wonderfully profuse and of the easiest culture. Price, 2-inch pot plants, $ J. 50 per doz.; $10.00 per JOO. CENTRAI. MICHIGAN NURSERY, Grevillea Robus a, 3-inoh, per 100 5 00 Heli Jtrope in variety, named, ps-r 100 2.00 Umbrella PUnts, 2-inch, per 100 2 OJ Chrysanthemums, Major Bonnaffon, 2-lnch, per lOJ 2 00 Ageralum, White Cap, 2- inch, per lOD 2,00 Alyssum, double, 2-inch, per 103 2.00 Begonia. Aibo Picta, (good for baskets or vases) 2-inoh, per 100, $3.00; 3-iu, per 100, 5.00 Lobelia, 2 inch, per KO 2.00 CANNAS, alar^e stock of r oled tubers ready for pots, send for list and prices. Cash or-atis- factory reference. George L. Miller, Newark, O. STANDARD VARIETIES, S/^-in. pots, $6,00 per ItO; $ 0.00 per loou, CANNAS, standard varieties, 4-in. pots, $7,C0 per 1(jO, »b0 0j per 1000, EUGENE LEWiS, ELMIRA, N. Y. 500,000 VERBENAS. Please mention the American Fta.'yst when writing Honeysuckle Vines WANTED. Name variety, number and price. C. 6. WniTNALL, MILWAUKEE, WIS. Plfase menlinn the American Florist when writing. 80 finest named varieties, including our NEW MAMMOTH WHITE, "MRS. McKINlEY." The finest white verbena grown; perfectly healthy; free from disease. Plants, $2,50 per 100; |20,i 0 per 1000. Our list is the cho ce ot millions of seedlings. £end for circular. J L. DILLON. BlOOMSBURQ. PA. BEGONIA GLOIREDE LORRAINE, Begonia Liglit Pinl( Lorraine, For June and Later Delivery, $16.00 per ItO. $140.00 per 1000, Edwin Lonsdale, ^rsTnTHirr^o. Always mention the American Flo- rist when writing to advertisers. 566 The American Florist. May 3, Syracuse, N. Y. GROWER HAS MANY NOTEWORTHY CARNA- TION SEEDLINGS. — BEDDING PLANT SEA- SON OPENING —DOINGS OF VARYING INTEREST. L. E, Marquisee has one of the finest places in the state. He is working up a nice Stock of Empire State, which is to be introduced in 1903. Mr. Marqoisee has several seedlings and some of them are beauties. One which is not named is a pure scarlet in color and from three to four inches in diameter. It is well built up in the center and the calyx is perfect. The edges are heavily serrated and the stem is very long and wiry. He also has a rather flat carnation of a beautilul crimson. Another is a pure salmon with no harsh shade and well formed. There Is also a white penciled with pink and another one which is dark red. None of these have been named and will probably not be until near the time when the cut- tings are to be put on the market. Quinlan & Company report that the season for bedding plants is opening with a large demand for pansies and ver- benas. The former bring 40 cents and latter $1. Mr. Wheadon expects to have a better summer trade this year than ever before. The Auburn City Railway Company is planning to make extensive improve- ments at Lakeside Park this summer and will put in new flower beds, shrubbery and California privet hedge. A movement is being made here to get the school children interested in growing flowers and several thousand packets of seeds have been distributed among them. Henry Morris had a magnificent palm decoration for the recent musical festival. A. J. B. Washington. C. Schellhorn has let the contract for a new dwelling to cost $3,500 at his place at Good Hope. The material is already on the ground. He also con- templates building another rose house 25x150, like the one he built last year, from which he has cut a large quantity of roses. Trade shows little change notwith- standing the fact that flowers are plenti- ful and cheap. P. G. Mbadville, Pa.— Geo. W. Haas & Son report that business so far this year is better than that of last year for the same period. BAY TREES PYRAMIDS, 4 feet high |i0.fOap!iir Sfeethiiih 12 00 a pair 5W feet hiKh H.OOapair iVi feet high 2" 00 a pair " 7 I eet b igh 22.00 a pair " Sfeethigh 26.00 a piiir STANDARDS, dia. of crown, 24 inches.. 15.00 a piur rtia. of crowD, 3-1 inches. . 18.00 a pair (lia. of crown, 33 inches. . 20.00a pair " (lia of crown, 3 ffCt SO.OOapair " dia. of crown 3V4 feft 3i.00ai.air ■' dia. of crown, 4 feet 60.00 a pa r STANDARD BOXiWOOO CROWNS .5 00 a pair All the ubove plants are in Krenn-painted pots. Plants of perfect shape. ' ash with o'der. If to be i-hipped outsid<: New Yoric, add tO cents each for pai-kiDK. ANTON SCHULTHEIS. Florist. p. O BOX 78. COLLEGE POINT L I. X/IOLETS Rooti-d outtiugs 01 Marie Louise, L,ady Campljfll, Swanley WMte and Imperial, 2X-in. pots, $3.00 per 100 $ .5 00 per 1000. CARNATIONS, root-d cult ngs. StND FOB CATA-OQDE. CRABB & HUNTER, Grand Rapids, Mich. POT PLANTS. Per 100 PterisTremula, 2!4-'noh tl 60 Pt-ri« Tremula, 2>i inch 2.25 Pti'ris Trenjula. 3-inch r 4.00 Roses Uirlch Brunnrr, 2W-i'icb SCO Hydrau<:ea Otaksa, for growing on, 4- inch 5.00 Hydrangea O aksa, •' •* 5-inch.. 7.00 Hydringea Otaksa, " " 6-ineh.. 10.00 Hydrangea Oiaksa, " " 7-inch. .16. 00 Plant and Rooted Cutting List NOW READY FOR SHIPMENT. ROOTED CUTTINGS. Per 100 Coleus, Red Verschaffeltii $ .7.5 Geraniums, Mme. Pollock 1.50 HappyThought 1.50 English Ivy 1.00 Heliotrope 60 Chrysanthemums 1.25 rHOV^AIMTHhlilllllC ^^' ^- Lincoln, Jerome Jones, Gi,lden Wedding, Philadelphia. Ivory, IjllHlomi III) ITIU 11.9 Thornden. Pros. Smith, Minnie Wanamaker, Louis Boehmer, JIaud Dean. Vivisnd-Morel, Major BonnafTon. G. W. Childa, Mrae. BprBmann, Glory of Pacidc, J. G. Whilldin. Rooted o ttings, grand siuff, 11.25 per 100; JIO.OO per lOOO. ^P~A11 the above sold on the positive guarantee of their being first-class. If not, your money at once refunded. Having to rebuild our greenhouses this season the fo'lowing stock is in our way at the start. If yo'i wa t any speaK quicli: Asparagus Plumosus, 3-year, from b-d fine clump«*. $18.0U per 110. Ken- tias, 2s4-incn vers^ floe, $5 00 oer 100. Rosa's— Dirtch Branner and '^aul Neyroo, 3-year-old, from boxes, own roots, $8.00 per 100. Kentia Seedlings, from Bats, 1 yar, $3.50 per aO. G ranium Mrs Pollock and Happy Thoug t, 1 and 2-year stock, . lants from bfnch, $^.0. per luO. Cal as. 4-year-old, $3.oO 100. Steel Wire stakes, galvanised. No. 8 wire, 3 feet, used one season, $5.E0 per 1000. JOHM mm & SONS, Bay city, Mich. A Discount of 50°oOnWittbol(lii Ferns FOR 30 DAYS ONLY. 2y2 inch, $5 00; 3 inch, $8.00: 4 inch, $12.00; 5-inch, $20.00 per 100. Bench plants, $3 to $8 per 100. Good for 8 inch pots, 50 cts. each. This is a rare chance to get a stock of this New Fern cheap. I C.SH P.E.SE A. J. BALDWIN, Newark, Ohio. A FEW GOOD THIN8S YOU WANT. KENTIA BELMOREANA and FORS'ERIANA, spec- ial price to redui-.e stock. 2^ in, 8*: 3-in., 15c: 4 in. 2c; f-in., 50c 6-in . $1.00. 3, 4. 5-in ARECA LUTESCENS, 2 and 3 plants to a pot, same price. These are excellent lot of clean, cool grown plants. BOSTON FERNS, 4c, 8c, I5c, 30c and eoc each. DRACAENA INDIVISA, 3,4, 5-in., 6c, 10c, 25c each. GERANIUMS, 2-in., Bonnat, double and single Grant, La Favorite, S. A. Nutt, Atkinson, Salleroi, Poitevine, M. Barny, Kleber, .Tohn Doyle, Jaulin, Ri'-card Mrs. E. G. Hill, Perkins. Per 100— 2-in., $3.C0; 3-in.. $> 00. ASPARAGUS SPRENGERI, 2-inah, $3.00 per 100; Plumosus, 3-inoh, $8.0ii per 100. ENGLISH IVY. 2-in., $3 00; 3 in., $6 00 per 100. Verbena. Petunia, Smilax, Achyranthes, Lobelia, Cileus, A ternanthera. Tomato Plants, Camnb-11 Violets, Aster. Agerntum, H liotrope, Vinca Var., Giant Ah ssum. Scarlet Sag" Clara Bedman, 2 in., $2.00 per ICO; 3-in., $1.00 tu $5.00 per 100. Send for wholesale lists. Cash or C. O. D. OEO. M. EMUANS, NEWTON. N. J. Fine, Healthy Stock. Per 100 ROSES— Bridesmaid, 3-in. pots, per 1030, $32, $3..'iO Bride, 2!^-in. pots, ready for shift, " $28, 3.0J GERANIUMS— Dbl. Grant, S. A. Nutt, Murk- Innd. and dbl. deep Geraniums, 3-in. pots, 5 00 2M-in. pits of the above varieties 2 50 Assorted, 2v4-in. pots 2 50 Assorted VERBENAS, VINCA VAR., SALVIA, and PURPLE HELIOTROPE, 2-in. pots 2 00 ALTERNANTHERA— 2 varieties, red and yel- low; (ioldi-n Bedder and assorted COLEUS; GERMAN IVr, and 3 varieties AGERATUMS, 2-in. pots 1.50 ROOTLD CUTTINGS-Alternanlhera, 3 varie- ties, and as.-i.rted Coleus per 1000, $5, .65 CAHU I'LKAHK, R I. HART. Hacfcetlstown, N J. All the best vario- ties, extra fine plants. S. A Nutt, IMiirvel, Grant, V. GERANIUMS l'iTki"«. MiMf .laiilin. La Favorite, Hill, etc , 3-lu. JAOJ |>iT 100; 4-inch in bud or bloom. $i 00 per 100 PAN lES. extra line plants from cold frame, now In bud $t.00 icrllO: $8.^0 per ICOj. DOUBLE DAISIES, large plants 7!ic per 100; $>0J per IIO.i. ASPARAGUS SPHENGERI. a-edlii.cs fr ^m flats ready fur otiimj. % 00 per lOO. Hill Top Greenhouses, 15- 1 6 Cray Ave., Ulloa, N. V. Please mentton the American Florist wfien writtn^ SPECIAL April OFFER GERANIUMS. To fpduce our stock of lOO/CO plants at once, we will fill orders for the followiug sTictly hi^h grade varieties, true to name and flrst-ciass in every T'-spect: extra strong t p cuttings, welt rooted, ready fo''2H-inch pot9,$i.50 per 1 0; $l4.tO ter 1000; In Va'iely— S. A. Nutt (best crimson b d- der). E. G. Hill F. Perkinn, Beaute PoUevine, Mme. Bruai t. Dutchess of Orlt'ans, La Favorite, J. M. Oarr Snow Drift, Thos. Meehan, Alphonse Riccard, L. P. Morton, Athlete, J. J. Harrison, E. Kelway, Mme. Jaulin. Double Fringed Petunias. If you want Petunias, we have them and can supply any quantity. Ten novelties selected from Henderson's and Ureer's latest sets, plenty of wh te, labeled. Extra strong rooted cuUnes. SPECIAL PRICE, $1.00 per 100; $8.00 ptr luOO. 600 at 1000 rate. Smilax. strorg seedlings ready for 2-inch pots, 50q per 100; $4.00 per 1000. CASH WITH ORDER. TheW. T.Buckley Plant Co., Springfield. III. BARGMNS. READ THIS. FOR HERE IS WHAT YOU WANT AND WE WANT RuOM. Qeranlums, composed of S. A. Nutt, La Pild, Richard tirett Frances Perkins, Beaute Poitevine, Dble. Gen. Grant, Uruanti. Ruy Bias. Qlotre de France, tJentaurean, Alph. Riccard, Margaret de Leyas, .las.Qaar, Wunder. Granville. La Favorite, Mme. Bruant, and several other varieties in 2J< Id. pots, also Rose Geraniums, and wantsbittinK at once at $'J SO per 10»; $J0.0O per l«00 Special prii'cs In lots of ."iOOO or more. SOU at 1000 rate. Coleus, in variety, 2;^-lo. pots, $1 50 per 100; rooted I-, tiinRs 6 'c. i or 100; $.').Oii per 1000. Verschattellll and Queen, 70a. per 100; $6.00 per KOO Anthcmis Shower of (lold, R C, $1.50 per 10. AKcratum, in variety. 2!^ in. pots, $2.00 perlOO; rooted cuuluiis, GOc. per 100. Puchdas, ill variety, 2ti(-ln pots, $3.00 per 100; rooted cuitio^rs, .1.2^ jier 100. Hcllotro|)e, in variety, 2V4-ln. pots, $2.00 per 100; rooted cuttintfs, $1.00 per ItiO. Salvia, ill variety, 2H-in. pots, $2.00 per 100; rooted cuttlncs, 7.ic. per 100. Var ViDcas. 2'<-ln. pots, $2.00 per ICO; rooted cuttlnns. line. $1 Oj per 100 4-in. pots, $6 00 per HO. Feverfew, from sol 1 . 1 > .60 per lOO. Eogllth Ivy, from soil. $200 per IOC Cash with the order. J. E. FELTHOUSEN, Scheneolady, N. Y. igo2. The American Florist. 567 TO KILL ALL Greenhouse Bugs USE a NICOTICIDE Clean and harmless as fumigant or Spray. Ask your seedsman for it or write to The Tobacco Warehousing and Trading Co., 1000 Magnolia Ave., Louisville, Ky Boston Florist Letter Go. MANUFACTURE ES OF FLORISTS' LETTERS. TIil» wooden box nicely stained and Tar- nished* 18x30x12 made in txro sections, one for each eizd letter, eiven avray with first order of 600 letters. Block Letters, T% or 2-inch size, per 100, $2.00. Script Letters, ti Fastener with each letter or word. Used by leadinz florists everywhere and for sale by all wholesale florists and supply dealers. N. F. McCarthy, Treas. and Managef, 84 Hawley St., BOSTON, MASS. TIN FOIL Plain, Fancy, Printed & Mounted, Uanofitctored by The Coniey Foil Co. 621 to 641 IVest 26th St., HEADQCABTEB8 FOB HORTICULTURAL SUPPLIES Of Krery Description. When yoa can't get what you want anywhere else, send here, we will send it to you. "If it's used In Horticulture, we have It." DU N N E & CO.. 64 w. 30tt n., nsw Ysit. Telephone Call, 1700 Madison Sqoare. A. HERRMANN. Cape flowers, au-oolobs; Cycas Leaves, Metal Designs, AXD All Florists' Sipplles. 8«Bd tot Ptlosi. 4««.Sll» «••» »««h at. WIS* VOBK. Mention the American Florist when wnting to advertisers on this page. k A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A a r ▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼ ▼▼WVVWI BASKETS, CYCAS LEAVES, WHEAT SHEAVES UP-TO-DATE, BEST IMPORTED. UNEXCELLED. Are indispensable to every well regulatfd Fl^iwer shnn in order to have the Best, your orders should be placed with the LEADING FLORISTS' SUPPPLY HOUSE, ruli line of Florists' Supplies always on hand, catalogue lor the asking. Leading Florists' Supply House. Importers and Manufacturers M.RIGE&GO., 918 Filbert St., Philadelphia, Pa. \ OUR NEW FOLDING \ I Cut Flower Box i J IS A PERFECT GEM. SEND FOR SAMPLE. J fHOLTON&HUNKELCO.! \ MILWAUKEE, WIS. \ A Shipment from Baycrsdorfer & Co. represents a wise invest- ment. Baskets, Jardinieres, Pot Covers, Fern- eries, Vases, Doves, Sheaves, Inscriptions, Cycas Wreaths and Leaves. These are only a fraction of the list of useful Florists' Supplies we carry. The quality is the BEST and the price is RIGHT. Send for Complete Cata'ogue. H. Bayersdorfer & Co., 50-56 No. Fourth St., Philadelphia, Pa. WE NOW OFFER 55 ''Chemicals for making LIQUID COMPOST. Dry powders all soluble in water. *. omposta cost less than >3C per gal. Correspondence invited. EASTERN CHEMICAL COMPANY, 620 Atlantic Ave.* Boston. Fresh Tobacco Stems. Bales of 300 pounds, $(.50. Cash With Oboeb W. C. BECKERT, Allegheny. Pa. P^^^ Adjustable Vase Holders No. 1.— Brass, nickel, 4 feet long, 8 ola.ps to each rod. Price complete (with green or wnite tum- blers) 12.25. Price complete (with green or white Qomaoopia vaies) 12.60. No. 2.— Heavy 4 It. rod brassed and nickeled, with three clasp, for B to fl- inch pots, each, 11.75. Eitt's patent rubber capped Flowxb Tubis, IM-lnoh diameter, per 100, IS.5t. lOSEPH KIFT > SON. t7ZB ChMtnul St. Phil... Pi. Invalid Appliance Co., GOLUMBirPUNT TUBS PUasc mention the A mertcan Flonst when wrutng. CUTFLOWERBOXES WATERPROOF Corner Lock Style. The b St, strongest and neatest folding cut flower bos ever made. Cheap, durable, handy. To try them once is to use hem always. DON'T USE OLD STORE BOXES. If you have any doubt, send for samples, which speak f( r themselves. 3x4Vixl6..$l.7o per 10,; $l5.ro per 1000 3x6x18.... 2.00 " 18.00 4s8sl8.... 2.40 " 22.00 3x6x20.... 2.75 " 26.00 4x8xS2.... 300 " 28.00 4x8x28.... 3.75 " 35.00 Size No. 1. '• No. 2. " No. 3. " No. 4. " No. 5. " No. 6. THE LIVINGSTON SEEO CO. Box 103. COLUMBUS, O. SiGMUND GeLLER Importer ind Mir. ol Florists' Supplies Complete Stock — New Qood. —New lUaitrated CataloGTue Now Ready. Send for It. 108 W. 28th St., near 6th Ave ,'NEW YOKK, GARDENING For Amatear and Professional Gardeners. The Leading American Journal of Morti- coltore Foreign Subscriptions $2.50 per year. Sample Copies Free. THE GARDENING CO. g^fo°aVo?i'i?.f8.s.A. Always mention the American Flo- BIST when writing to advertisers. 568 The American Florist. May j> Los Angeles, Cal. SDPPLY CONSIDERABLY AHEAD OF DEMAND SINCE EASTER. — ACTIVE PERIOD PRE- DICTED.— LOW PRICES FOR STOCK FOR PARADE DECORATIONS. — SEVERAL BUSI- NESS CHANGES. — NOTES OF VARYING TRADE INTEREST. Since Easter trade has been unusually quiet and the supply of cut flowers has greatly exceeded the demand. This con- dition is explained by those who are interested to the effect that most society events are being arranged to take place during the biennial meeting of the Par- liament of Women's Clubs, which will be held here from May 1 to 10. This, together with the annual fiesta de las flores, lasting for three days, will consume an enormous quantity of stock. For the floral parade on May 2 the liberal prizes have induced many to enter the competi tion, but there is really no profit in sup- plying flowers for this kind of work. The retailers try to decline orders for this decorating and the growers quote prices that scarcely pay for picking and packing the flowers. Carnations are freely offered at $5 per thousand and other stock at proportionately low rates. The redeem- ing feature of the whole aflair is that it advertises the city and brings visitors who are willing to pay good prices at other times. Chas. Winsel, for a number of years chief gardener for the Southern Pacific Railroad in this vicinity, has purchased and taken charge of the business of The Brose-Fleur Seed and Plant Company. Jas. Cruikshank has been appointed to the position made vacant by the resigna- tion of Mr. Winsel. J. W. Wolfskin, of Redondo Beach, after having grown carnations therefor a dozen years, is removing to this city. Under the management of George Wat- son the new place on Boyle Heights is being planted mainly to carnations. Mr. Wolfskin hopes to avoid serious frosts in his new location. The Redondo Floral Company's new greenhouses at Redondo Beach are ready for the glass. I understand up-to-date eastern methods will be in vogue there. Miss Harriett Goodin has charge of the principal decorations for the women's parliament. D. R. W. YoNKBBs, N. Y.— Samuel Untermeyer is planning a very fine range of private greenhouses. One house is to be 45x200, one 20x100, one 12x100 and one 12x25. WRITE AE IfnUD 1621-23 N. LlAVITTl ■ Ti KUnili OHIOAGO. ILL.. ST. roB FBioxB or Standard Pots whloh for itreoKtb and poroiity combined are the beit on the market THOSE RED POTS "STANDARDS" FULL SIZE AND WIDE BOTTOMS. BULB I'ANS AND AZALEA I'OTS. DETROIT FLOWER POT M'F'Y, HARRY BAL8LEY. DETROIT, MICH.. Rep. 490 Howard St. r FOR INSURANCE AGAINST DAMAGE BY HAIL, Address John G. Esler, SecV F« H. A. SADDLE RIVHR. N. J. AWARDED THEONLY FIRST CLASS CERTIFICATE OFMEBIT BYTHESOCIETVOF AMERICA] FLORISTS AT BOSTON MAS sj AUC.2ISTie90 FOR STANDARPT FLOWER POTS. |¥hilldin (yjERSEYQTY PotteryCoi [ONG Island 0-r PhiLadFlphia Traveling Representative, U. CUTLER RYERSON, 108 Third Ave. Newark. N. J Ked Standard Pots. OORREOT SIZE. SUPERIOR QUALITY. Write (or prioe lilt. 6. fJENNEGKE 60.. ""-^IJ/.-^^^- Standard PPIX^ Flower... \ VJ \ \3 If your greenhouses are within 600 miles of the Capitol, write us, we can save you money W. H. ERNEST. 28th and M Streato, WASHINGTON. D. C. GEO. KELLER & SON, MANrFACTrURUS OP FLOWER POTS. Before buying write for prices. 3B1-363 Herndon Street, near Wriijhtvvond Ave., CHICAGO. ILL Piease menttonihe Amgrican Florist whrn writtttg European Tourists and others destined to eastern points, will find the low rates apply- ing over the Nickel Plate Road to New York, New England and other eastern destina- tions, specially attractive. The eastern terminals via this line are only Irom three to ten minutes from all ocean steamship docks, and the service afforded is fli st-class. Threetrainsdaily from Chicago. Uniformed colored porters are in charge of day coaches, whose duties require that proper care shall always be given to keeping cars clean and attending to the wants of pas- sengers enroute. Meals served in dining cars at piices that are reasonable ard within reach of all. Details cheerfully fur- nished on application to John Y. Calahan, General Agent, 111 Adams St., Chicago. Chicago City Ticket Office, 111 Adams St. 3 STANDARD FLOWER POTS \ Packed in small crates, easy to handle. Pots Price perorate 1500 2-in., in orate, J4.88 1500 2>i 1500 2i4 1000 3 800 3!4 500 4 3205 144 6 5.25 6.00 6.00 5.80 4.60 4 51 3.16 Pots Price per crate 130 7 in., in crate, J4 20 80 8 48 9 48 10 24 11 24 12 12 14 6 16 Seed pans, same price as potB. list of Cylinders for Cut Flowers, kets, Lawn Vases, etc. with order. 30O aeo " 4.80 360 4.80 " 4.80 4.50 Send for price Banging Bag- 10 per cent ott for cash HILFINOER BROS' POTTERY, OR ... FORT BDWAnD, N. Y. AUGUBT RoLKBR & S0N8, New York Asenta, 31 BiRCLAT St., New Yoek City. "^^TFioweim LIGHT, COMPACT, UNBREAKABLE. UNEOUALLED. You cin buy these of your nearest dealer. F W Rirri Si Snn MIU and Main office: I. VT. DIIU W OUII, EAST WALPOLE, MASS. NEW YORK: CHICACO: 120 Liberty St. 1434 Monagnook BIdg. FLOWER POTS STANDARD POTSsp.c^altv List and SAMPLES FREE. SWAHN'S POTTERY MF'G CO., P.O. Box 78. MINNEAPOLIS. MINN. KELLER BROS. «^____2t3-15-17.19-21.23 Pearl St., NORRISTOWN. PA. Manufacturers of Standard Flower Pots, red in color, equal to the best on the market; are 16 miles from Philadelphia, best of railroad connec- tions. We give special attention to mail orders and make special sizes to order in quantities. A postal will bring prices and discounts. RED POTS SAMPLE POT AND PRICE LIST ON APPLICATION. C. C. POILWORTH CO., Xlk'"^"'^" Gardeners' Chronicle. A Weekly Illustrated Journal. EsTABLIeHSD 1841. The GARDENERS' CHRONICLE has been for ovBR Sixty Years the Lsadino Journal of its class. It bus achieved this position beoauB«», while specially devotiun itself to supplyini; the dally requirouienta of Kurdeners of all classes, the Infor- mation furnished is of such general and perma- nent value that the GARDENERS' CHRONICLE is looked up to as the standard ai'tboritt on tbo subjects of which it treat.s. Subscription to the United States, 14 20 per year. Remittances to be made payable to II. G. COVE. Orricit:— 41 Wellington St., Covent Garden, London, England. jgo2. The American Florist. 569 THOS. W. WEATHERED'S SONS, HORTICULTURAL ARCHITECTS AND BUILDERS AND MANUFACTURERS OF HEATING AND VENTILATING APPARATUS. i O^ ^ y ^ ^ ^ ^ ^^^^^ -,^1»(.%»,V»«'*'.'^;»-. T«M|^^^ 1 ^ V^ '^ '\ ? »5!^'"^V^ ^^^^^ffl H^^ ^^iC^ . ^^^k. ^ ^^s^ ,'j^|I X^ '^.jj'^i^t^ii.-^ Mte^^^ ^^^CV/^^^j *^^^^^'' 5 w^ i; .*"->■ '^^^-■bj'^-i*^ fc? (POWDER) TO EAT THEREOF IS TO DIE. BUG KILLER and FERTILIZER. Three years of unprecedented success wherever intro- duced all over the United States has proved "BLACK DEATH" to be a cheap and absolute annihilator of all insects, bugs or beetles that prey on vegetation, foliage and flowers. See what Peter Reinberg said in this paper, Feb. 8. Other strong indorsements sent on receipt of postal card. ^Vegtern Sales Agency, 335 Franklin St. . Chicago. HANDLED BY SEEDSMEN. S. D. STRYKEB, Agent. RIPPLEY'S MPROVED 1902 COMPRESSED AIR SPRAYERS have fine Verraorel Spray \ozzIe; made of heavy copper and galva- nized steel; has safety valve. Strongly riveted and doubla seamed. Guaranteed tobeas rep- resented and to be the strongest sprayer manufactured. Fine for spraying young orchards. Trees 25 feet high by using extension pole. Exterminating insects froni vegetables, spraying gardens, ■R-ashing buggies. Finefor white- washing buildings, etc. Made ia twoBlieB,4and6Ealton3. 4GaI.Gal7.,»5; 4GaL copper,|7. Fine brass pump fltt«d I onoutaMd. Solution caailya^uted. We ( also acll large orchard spraverB, 5 GaL Galvanized. J5.50, 5 Gal. Copper. J3.00. Send to-dav for our Sprajer and BreederSupply Catalog. J^ctiM J? 200 LBi. OrTOBACCOINONEPINTOrillKOm SOID BY SEEDSMEN CIRCUIAR TREE- SKABCURA DIPCCCmCAGO. <)UICKLYDOeS IT.'w jiJW^ \ \ REED & KELLER, 122 & 119 W. 25th St., NEW YORK, N. Y. MANUFACTURERS OF FLORISTS' WIRE DESIGNS. IMPORTERS AND DEALERS IN FLORISTS' SUPPLIES. Galax Leaves and ail Decorative Greens. Always do business, Week days and everyday Sundays and holidays, ^ ^ Arte ^" °^" ""* ""'''^* V "V /tUd At home and abroad. American florists mo The American Florist. May J, Pittsburg. TRADE ACTIVE IN THE CUT FLOWER DEPARTMENT AND PLANTERS ARE RDSHED. — NEW FIRM OF GROWERS TO START IN OHIO. — VARIOUS NOTES OF LOCAL DOINGS. We are remarkably busyforthe season, cut flower trade being very active and everyone has all be wants to do, so that there is not a word of complaint heard anywhere. We have been pleased at the condition of Bridesmaids and Brides for the past few weeks, but they now seem to be getting dreamy and ragged. Jacqs, Bon Silenes and Perles are fairly good. Beauties are excellent in quality and rea- sonable in price. Both sweet peas and yellow daisies are superfine. Harrisii lilies are sick looking and are too high in price. Carnations are fairly plentiful, with the exception of whites. Asparagus and smilax are much improved in quality and supply. We have many occasions to use good ivy leaves. Home growers evi- dently do not care to give them the room and it is necessary for us to send east to get them. Lilies of the valley seem to be the unanimous selection for bridal bou- quets and .the market is just suited to meet this kind of a demand. Fred. Bnrki had one of his fine wagons completely demolished a few days ago. The horses attached to an ice wagon became frightened and ran away, strik- ing Mr. Bnrki's wagon. His horses and driver escaped injury. Harry Graves and Otto Reisch, of Ran- dolph & McClements', have arranged to construct a range of houses at Beloit, Ohio. The houses will be 20x150 feet and roses and carnations will be their specialty. The Pittsburg and Allegheny Florists' and Gardeners' Club will have its next business meeting on Tuesday, May 6. A large meeting is hoped for and some inter- esting matters will be discussed. J. B. Murdoch & Company report that their nursery department sales greatly exceed their expectations. E. L. M. IT BARliAli) "PRICES. GALVANIZED WIRE-I Fifty car loads ot new KalvanizcfJ wire, In Bhortli>nphB ■ ^ Never was uac-(l. ComeH f rom 0 tu l i "^^^^ sauRO. Vut up 100 lbs. to a roll and only one size wire to eiich biinrilo. ■•rlcri rnnge (rom tl.lO to (1.00 per I'l^oST'oV.fK"™"'"'. *■' '"■■"'0 lasklnK We handle all k.ndu of sup ' plle»rrom ShurllT'ii ondBtcultcr'BSalo. Chlcaco llouso WrerklnB Co. Woil 3611" •»'"'«' SU-.ClildKO. '• Please menlion the A merican Florist when wrMng. Exclusively A GREENHOUSE HEATER ! SPECIALLY ADAPTED FOR THE WORK EASY TO ERECT; SIMPLE IN OPER- ATION; ECONOMICAL AS TO CONSUMPTION OF FUEL. Send for Catalogue and latest prices. MYERS 8z: CO., 116 South 17th Street, - PHILADELPHIA, PA. (E3TAI1LI9UED 1849.) DILLON'S GREENHOUSE MFG. CO. "T MVNDFACTDRERS OF HOT BEO S &SH, AlB DRIED GULF CTPKESS SASH UAR8 AND OTHER GREENHOUSE MATERIAL.. BUILDERS of DURABLE and PRACTICAL Greenhouses at a LOW COST. J^^Our descripti\r> cii"ul;ir •■onlains valuable infoi-nialion for evrv llorist. Send for it. WE HAVE SOMETHING NEW TO OFFER. The Trust Will Bleed You On steel pipe, but 6E0. M. GARLAND will sell you CAST IRON POSTS which will not corrode, 8 feet 5 inches long, with all necessary connections for wills and gutters, at |1.25 each. Saves labor and makes a good job. Being gen- erally used. Sample post on receipt of J1.2S. OKO, »J:. Oi%^I«IvA.lVI>, r>©s I»lciin©s. 111. KROESCHELL BROS. GO. Greenhouse Boiler, 46 Erie St., CHICACK>. "Botlenmade of the beitof material, sbell, flreboz ■b«et« BDd beads of itee), water tpaoe all aroand (tronti ildei and back). Write for fDformatloDu VALUABLE IRON CUTTER PATENTS 1 hiTi'hy olTer for sale the Piitents coveriDK my Wrout-ht'lrnii Gutter; ulso the FukiutB coverlni? the Uiitlrr uiiverliaed In last week's edition of the Amkiui'AN Ki-oiiiBT. Flori'^ta' Kxchange, and the Kloriits' I^'vio^v, by Ckio. M. GiirlHiul. Tho inrri'asL'tl busineHS oTthe Standtird A'rntila- tinK Machine dRmands my whole attention to Its inanufacl.iire. Hut, as in the pant I will give the gutter Itiisiness Us Tullt'st share of attention until the piiterits are sold. Yours truly, E. HIPPARD, Youngstown. Ohio. Do the American Florist a small favor. Mention the paper when writing to advertisers. I igo2. The American Florist. 571 The Highest award at the New York Carnation Show was given to a man who has forty-three (43) of our Auto- matic Ventilators. Our Ventilators areat work in the Cential Park Conseitatories, New York. ^'Standard The lightest running, most rapid and powerful ventilat- ing machinery in the market. Duplex Gutters, Made of wrought or cast iron with self adjusting sash bar clips. The only Drip Proof Metal Gutter offered to the Public. Send for my cata- logue free. E. fiippard, Youngstown, 0. LYANS' IMPROVED APPAJtAFUS WRiTt TOR iLLU5rRATtO CATflLOCUe guAKfn arr MACHMfwom. ■^- RICHMOND. INB Sprague Smith Go. PUTE AND WINDOW GLASS Greenhouse Glass a Specialty 205 Raadolpk Street. CHICAGO. Please mention ike American Plnri^it ivhen im-itinz- AMERICAN nORIST ADS | ALWAYS DO BISINESS Week days and every day, Sundays and holidays, ALL OVER THE COINTRY^ AT HOME AND ABROAD. The American Florist Company's DIB.ECTOBY coDt&ins the names and addresses of the Florists, Nurserymen and Seedsmen of the United States and Canada. PRICE, S2.0Q. Saves all labor. (mproves the growth of plants. Especially good for Roses. Will last a life- time and soon pay for themselves. The Automatic Ventilator ventilates as necessity requires. THE GHADBORN PATENT AUTOMATIC VENTILATOR For Greenhouses, and also Temperature Regulator for Radiators. CHADBORN MFG- CO., NEWBURG, N. Y. Buffalo, N. Y., Marrh 28. 1902. Gentlemen: — Your Automatic Ventilator was installed in one of my houses in January. It has answered everv' purpose for which it is designed. In a large establishment it must be a great saving of labor; and it does its work accurately. Wishing you the success you deserve. I ara Very truly yours, WILLIAM SCOTT. Manufactured by THE CHADBORN MFG. CO., ^^^si:^f Newburg, N. Y. Our Illustrated Catalogue. Prices, Etc.. is yours for the asking. WE VENTIUTED THE MORTH CONSfRVAFORY AT THE PAN-AMERICAN EXPOSITION AND TOOK THE GOLD MEDAL. Prevents Mildew Operates to perfection In catchy weather. Commercial growers use them largely. The Automatic Ventilator does its own thinking, Clear Gulf CYPRESS GREENHOUSE MATERIAL Glass^^^Boilers S. JACOBS & SONS, ""B^ooSKr" Estimates furnished for Erecting. Send 4 cts. for Boiler Catalogue. New Twin Section Boiler. GET OUR PRICES BEFORE ORDERING. TBCA FOR USE IT NOW, F.O.PIERCE CO. 170 Fulton St., NEW YORK LUMBER and MATERIAL FROM THE BUFFALO EXPOSITION. We purchased the buildings and property formerly owned bv the exposition and now offer for sale 33,000,000 feet of fine seasoned lumber. Thousands of Sash. Windows and Doors. En- gines, Boilers, Pumps and Machinery in (reneral. Mile upon mile of Iron Pipe, Electrical appa- ratus of various kinds. Fire Apparatus, Iron Beams, Trusses, Columns, Benches, Builders' Hardware and thousands of other items too numerous to mention. All of the above will be in- cluded in our Exposition Catalogue, mailed on application. OUR PRICES WILL ASTONISH YOU CHICAGO HOUSE WRECKING CO., Pan-American Dept. No. 76, BUFFALO, N. Y. 572 The American Florist. May 3, faidex to AdvertliCfi. Advertising rates. . . 548 Allen JK 552 American B'ower Co IV American Rose Co , . . I Amling K C 651 Andrews Bros 559 Aschmann Godfrey. 655 Baldwin A J 565 566 Bailer FA E56 Bassett & Wash- burn 551 561 BaurS Alfred I Bayersdorfer H & Co 567 Heurd Bros 564 Beokert W C 567 Benthey A Co 651 Berger H H &Co... 65J Bembelmer Eugene 553 Berning H G 560 Bird F W & Son. ... 566 Bloom .J S 560 Bobbink & Atkins. 569 BonaaUJos E 555 Boston Letter Co. . . 567 BrodJohn f.50 Bruns U. N .551 Buckley W T Plant Co 566 BudlongJA 551 563 Bunyard HA 560 Burpee W A A Co.. II Carmody J D 572 Centri] Mich Niirsy 565 Chadborn MfgCo.. 571 Chicago Carnation Co 56J Chicago House Wkg Co 570 571 572 IV Christy Wilbur A.. 562 CincinCutFlowerCo 550 Clucas&Boddington II Conard & Jones Co. 663 Conley Foil Co 567 Cottage Gardens. . . . 6«3 Crabb A Hunter.... 566 Craig Bobt&Son.. 563 Crouch Mrs J W.... 561 Crowl Fern Co 560 Cunningham DO.. Glass Co Ill Cunningham Jos H. 564 Dailledouze Bros.... 559 Davis Bros 5.59 Deamud J B 550 DesMoines Plant Co 564 Detroit Flower Pot Mfy 568 Dietsoh A & Co.... 570 Diller Caskey & Co III DiUon JL 565 Dillon's MfgCo 570 Dirken B W 666 Dorner F .t Son II Ellis Frank M 550 Emmans Geo M 566 Ernest W H 568 Faxon MB 559 Felthousen J E 566 Foley MfgCo Ill Ford Bros 553 Foster Lucius H ... . 564 Fryer J P 663 Gardeners Chronicle 568 Gardening Co 667 Garland Frank 551 Garland Geo M 670 Gellcr Sigmund 567 Ghormley Wm 5.5') Giblin & Co Ill Gootlell L \V 559 Grand Rapids Vio- let Co 563 Groenewegen&Zoon 556 Gullett W II & Sons 564 Gunther Wm H .... 653 Gurney Hf-alcT Co.. 572 Guttman Alex .1 553 HailAss'n 568 Hammond Bfnj III Hammond WA 662 Hancock G&Son.. 5^3 Hart M A 653 Hart R I. Heacook Joseph . Helss J B Henneoke CCo. . Herendeen Mfg Co. Herr Albert M 564 565 551 567 .566 II 571 562 554 656 568 660 , 670 560 Herrmann A 567 Herron Dana R 6.59 Hews A H & Co.... 668 Hilflnger Bros 568 Hill The EG Co I HillTopGrecnhouses 566 Hlppard E 570 ,571 Hitchings & Co IV Holton .^- Hunkel Co .567 Hooker H M Co 572 Horan Edw C 553 Hort Adv II Horticultural Trade Journal Co II Hose Connect'n Co. II Humfeld C Hunt E H Invalid Approe Co. Irvine JobnA Sons, Israel Seeded String Co Jacobs S & Sons . Jennings E B Johnson & Stokes Hasting W F 552 Keller Bros 568 Keller Geo A Son. . . 568 Kellogg Geo M 553' Kennicott Bros Co 668 Kentucky Tobacco Product Co II Kift Joseph & Son. . 567 Kinney L F Kohr A F Kreshover L J Kroesohell Bros Co Kuehn C A KuhlGA 555 559 .560 563 Lager & Hurrell.... 662 Lang Julius 5.53 Langjahr AH 653 Lee R A .560 Lehnig&Winnefeld 565 Lewis Eugene 565 Livingston Seed Co 667 LocklandLnmCo... 57 J LongDB II Lonsdale Edwin.... 5t^5 Loomis Floral Co. . . 561J Lord & BurnhamCo IV Lucas J & Co Ill MaderPaul 564 May John N 663 McAllister & Co.... 658 McCarthy N F A Co 652 McKellar & Winter- son Co 551 McMillan & Sons... 661 Mellen Geo H &. Co. .559 MichiganCut Flow- er Ex 550 564 Millang Chas 5.53 Millang Frank . 553 569 Miller Geo L 565 Mitting Floral Co.. 664 Moller's Zeitung.... II Moninger J CCo.... Ill Montgomery A D.. 561 Moore, Hentz A Nash 5.53 Mosbtek Ludwig ... 664 Moss Geo M 552 MottSeed & Bulb Co II Muno John 551 Murphy Wm .561 Myers & Co 670 NanzC G .561 NeippG F 561 Nickel Plate R R 560 568 669 N Y Cut Flower Co. .'^52 N Y Cut Flower Ex. 552 Niessen Leo 552 Olbcrtz J 569 Pennock Sam'lS. .. 552 Perkins John J 551 Poehlmann Bros Co. 651 Pierce FO Co 571 PittsburgCutFloCo 5.50 Pollworth CC Co.. 668 QuakerCityMachCo 571 Randall A L 651 Rasmussen A 669 RawsonWW&Co. II RaynorJI .5.53 Reed & Keller 669 Regan Print House. 662 ReinbergGeo...,.551 563 Reinberg Peter.. 551 662 Rice Bros .550 Rice MA Co 507 Rider Ericsson En- gine Co Wl Robinson H M ACo 560 ^WROUGHT IRON PIPE _, Oood condition, unfd Bhort time onlyi new ItireadB and I'uupllnKH', for Steam, Oas or Water; Blscs from y, to 12 Inch diameter. Our price per foot on V Incl. la 8c ( OQ 1 Inch 3Mc. Write for free cataloRue No. «7. Vi. aoih nn<1 Iron fil«., nlifAdO. S! 91 Rlppley Hardware Co 599 Roemer Fred II Roland Thomas.... 5.59 Rolker A A Sons.... 11 Rowehl it Granz.... 554 Salttord Geo 552 SohUlo Adam IV Schmidt J C 665 Schultheis A 566 Shellroad Grenh'ses 655 Sheridan W F 553 Siebrecht ASon I Situations A Wants 549 Skaboura Dip Co. . . 569 Skidelsky SS .555 Smith Nath A Son.. 565 Smith WATCo.... I So Park Fkral Co 556 562 Spangler E J A Co.. II Sprague Smith Co.. 671 Stearns Lumber Co. Ill StorrsAHarrisonCo. 664 Stryker S D 669 Sutherland G A.... 552 Swahn Pot Mfg Co. 5»8 Temple J T 655 Thompson J D Car- nation Go I Thorburn J M ACo. 564 Traendly A Schenok 553 Tobacco Warehouse- ing A Trading Co .567 VandegrittFBACo.. 553 Vaughan's Seed Stole 550 654 6; 5 .561 562 I Vick's Sons .las.. .. II Vondersaar .John J. 561 Watson Geo C II Weathered's Sons Thos 669 Weber H A Sous ... .561 Weeber A Don II Weiland A Risch... 651 Welch Bros 552 Whilldin Pot Co.... 568 WhitnallC B 565 Wietor Bros 551 WilksS MfgCo.... 571 Williams F R Co... 651 Wilmore W W 665 Wills A Setjar niO Winandy Michael.. 561 Wittbold Geo Co.... 585 Wolf A Q A Bro.. IV Wolf John 551 Wood Bros 55) Young Jno.. 563 Young A Nugent... 553 Do the American Florist a small favor, Mention the paper when writing adver- tisers. This is a funny looking thing but it will do the work easier and cost less tban any other apparatus on earth or any other place. Send for a descriptive circular to J. D. CARMODY. Evansvllle, Ind. _'*******^*^^^^^*^^^^** ********** 3 Holds Glass Firmly n" s See the Point ^ ^ PEERLESS GiBElnir Points U'e the beau No rights or lerta. B<>x of 1.000 polDta 75 eta. poatpEld. nENRT A- DREER, 714 Chntnat St., Phlla., P^ ^uses \ >uses because ? DORIC HEATER. Profitable Greenhouses "Curney" greenhouses are profitable greenhouses because they're operated under the most economical conditions. ^ "Ourncy" Heaters maintain an even heat with the least amount of care, burn a 5^ minimum amount of coal to maintain the desired tempera- fj ture, require no brick setting, and are without question the N most efficient constructions on the market. Jf A host of nurserymen already use the "Curney." If S you're not on the list, send for catalogue and Ond out more fj about it. Curneys promote the greatest hothouse success. \ GIRNEY HEATER \irG. CO. \ 74 FRANKLIN ST.. BOSTON. n 111 FIFTH AVE.. NEW YORK OITY. ^ Western Selling Agents. JAMES B. CLOW & SONS, 7 Franklin and Harrison Sts.. Chicago, III. yi WATER. ]f you want water only when the wind blows a windmill will do your work and cost less money than our Rider and Ericsson Hot Air Pumps, but if you want water every day while your llowers are growing and do not want your pump blown down when the wind blows too hard, no pump in the world can equal ours. We have sold about 20,000 of them during the past twenty-five years, which is proof that we are not making wild statements. Our Catalogue "A 3'* will tell you all about them. Write to near- est store. Rider-Ericsson Engine Co. 35 Warren St.. New York. B92 Cniic Si.. Montreal, P. Q,. 339 Franklin St.. Hobton. Tenii-ntu-Rey 71. Havana. I'riiA. 23A I'itt .St , Stdnkv, X. S. W. \Ki I>i-:irborn St.. Chicago. 401^. 7th St.. Pnii.ADEi.riiiA. IS I •^ I GREENHOUSE GLASS QURt SRECMALTY* ■ LARGE STOCK <^o> ^ -^ ^ PROMPT SHIPMENT.}: \m^^ Porelinsced Oil Putty.PaiRt}.Bn»li»Et(; l?X WRITE FOR. LATEST PRICES. XCj ■■■• ' tna • ■■■• wtm • w . mm • mmm . ■■■ « a^ • hm . w^ . ■■■ . as * •■• . mmm Rmsrica is "ths Prow of tha FbssbI; thsre may be mare comfort Mmidships, but wb ars the £rst to touch Unknown Seas." Vol. XVIII. CHICAQO AND NEW YORK, MAY lo. 1902. No. 727. f LHfS ^iR!iii9@/4l!S! lFiL@@(!@f Sbvbhtkbnth Yeab. Copyiight 1902, by American Florlat Company. Bntered at Seoond-Clasi Mall Matter. Pttbubhh) ztzbt Satubsat bt AMERICAN FLORIST COMPANY, 334 Daarbom St., Chicago. Butaro Otflca: 79 Milk 5t., Bojton, Subioriptlon, 11.00 a year. To Europe, 12.00. SubBcriptions accepted only from the trade. SOCIETY OF AMERICAN FLORISTS AND ORNAMENTAL HORTICULTURISTS. Ofticebs — JoHM Burton Pbiladelphia, Pa., presiden J. W. C. Dbakb, Asheville, N. C, vlce- presideni, Wm. J. Stewart, 79 Milk Street, Boston, Mass., secretary; H. B. Bkattt, Oil City, Pa., treasurer. The eighteenth annual meeting will be held at AshevUle, N. C, August, 19 22, 1902. THE AMERICAN CARNATION SOCIETY. Annual conyention at Brooklyn, N. Y., Feb- ruary, 1903. AXBEBT M. HSBB, Lancaster, Pa., secretary. CHRYSANTHEMUM SOCIETY OF AMERICA. Annual meeting at AshevUle, N. C, August, 1902. Edwin Lonsdale, Chestnut Hill, Pa., Sec'y. AMERICAN ROSE SOCIETY. Annual meeting at call of executive committee, Leonabd Babboh, 136 iHbeity St., New York, secretary. THIS ISSUE 38 PAGES WITH COVER. COJfTE/fTS. Greenhouse culture of Lilium candidum 673 Wreath of leucottoe. hyacinths and roses (ill.)574 Tribulations of the floristt' employe 574 The S A. F. and tue Southland (illus.) 575 Spraying outfits for florists (illus.) 576 About injurious fuDgi 576 View in Central Park, New York (illus.) 577 Carnations — The season's successes 577 Chicago 578 Philadelphia 579 New YorK 579 Gerbera Jamesonl fSO Oreeo house building 580 To destroy slugs or snails 580 Carnations for indoor summer culture 550 Cutting back solanums 580 Foliage of violets turning yellow 580 Kest carnations 580 Damping off of lettuce 581 The seed trade 685 Minneapolis 686 Santa Ana, Cal 586 The nursery trade 588 Boston 5f 8 Cincinnati 5B8 Our pastimes 590 Detroit 69U Cleveland 590 Washington 690 Westerly, R 1 69 > San Francisco 594 Toronto 596 Pittsburg 598 Kansas City 600 Nashville, Tenn , 602 Greenhouse Culture of Lilium Candidum. There are but two lilies, of the many species, that are grown in pots for winter flowers, mainly because none others suc- ceed so well as do Lilium candidum and varieties of L. longiflorum grown In this manner. Lilinm candidum is largely grown by some florists but not by nearly so many now as it used to be. It is still a leader for all decorative purposes and design work when it can be had, being admirably adapted to this purpose. It is not difficult to successfully grow the plant. The method employed by a great many who grow it largely and well is to pot the bulbs in 6 inch or 7-inch pots just as soon as they are received, the earlier the better, using a rich livelj loam and avoiding fresh manures. Plunge the pots up to the rims in a frame of spent hops, ashes or any other material at hand. Their annual autumn growth will soon begin, when water should be freely given and growth encouraged as much as possible, which will continue until the ground is frozen. On the approach of frost, cover with dry leaves or straw, and cover the frames with sash or shutters, using great care to exclude heat which might stimulate untimely growth. As this growth made early in the fall in a measure is essential to their flowering well during the season, they must not be allowed heavy freezing, BO that the condition may be such that the pots can be got into the house during the winter. They can be brought in at any time after having a slight rest. It Is better not to start them too soon. About January 1 would be time enough and then on in succession. It is qnite essential for them to have plenty of light and air, and they should be grown in a cool greenhouse. It crowded or grown warm they will become weak and spindly and quickly become a prey to all insects, besides spoiling the beauty of one of the finest lilies grown. A house with a tempera- ture of 60° by day and 40° by ntght, will bring them into bloom in about ten weeks. They can be brought along in less time, but at the expense of both plant and flower. If good home bulbs can be had they are preferable to imported ones, as the latter quite often are injured in transit by heating. Another reason lor this is that all vegetation in this country is more rapid than in France, where these bulbs are principally grown for the American market. Here the bulbs have a much longer rest and develop their growth in a much shorter period. The consequence is the bulbs grown here will come into flower much sooner after being brought into the house from the frames than those from foreign countries. While this is the best method of grow- ing them, the common one is to take the bulbs as imported and pot them, from October 1 to December 1, plunging them in the same manner and in all respects the same way. Of course, this does not give the bulbs time to fill the pots with roots or to make the preliminary or fall growth so essential to their flowering and perfect development. If a florist grows his own bulbs they can be potted up August 1 and they will soon com- mence their season's work. What soils do lilies require or in what kind do they succeed best? This question is frequently asked and to many it seems a vital point. My opinion, based on years of experience, is that the condition of the soil is of more importance than its character, and it is upon the former that success largely depends. I have grown lilies in every kind of soil, from the light- est sand to the heaviest clay, and have met both success and failure in all their various characters. My preference is for a light to medium loam, because in it propagation is more rapid and in almost every case perfect flowers are the result ot perfect development of the -plant. Should I not have such a soil, I plant in whatever I can get, knowing full well that the soil that will produce good gar- den and field crops will also produce good lilies. It is a great mistake to think that each and every plant must have a certain soil of specific character in which to grow in order to have perfect development. It is true that any plant will do well in a soil congenial to it or one similar to that in its native habitat, but it is equally true that it will do well in other soils, where other conditions are favorable. Plants do not live on soil; they live in the soil. It is their home. The soil contains certain elementary substances that con- tribute to the growth of plants. The atmosphere contains an equal number. The two acting together make the plant. These conditions in any given locality always exist; consequently, whether you have a clay or a sandy soil you will have in the atmosphere conditions favorable to It, BO in either case the results will, be the same. In one case you will have to use more labor and, on, the other hand, more manure to accomplish the same purpose. 574 The American Florist. Mav lo. The mission of the bulb is to sustain the plant until there is root and leaf development snfBcient to carry on the work. The bulb is simply a storehouse of food laid up by the plant one year for the commencement of its labors the next. The plant derivesitssn»tenance far away fnim the bulb and will increase in size and strength in proportion to the amount of food in store for it, until it has reached its maximum growth If agood, strong, healthy bulb is planted in a rich soil, a correspondingly strong plant will result which, in its turn, will make a number of strong bulbs for the perpetuation of the species. It is quite important to have the soil above the bulb as it is below, as most lilies feed near the surface through their many roc lets, thrown out from the stem, just above the bulb. The pots should be well drained. S on after flowering the pots can be put in any out of the way place, either in a cool shed or under the benches, thereto remain until the bulbs are planted out in the field in spring, for future use. There they should be liberally treated, both in plant food and cultivation. Bulbs that hive been forced in the greenhouse should have a rest of at least two years and those contemplating growing them should have a double suppl'-, so that they would only drawfrom the ones that have been in the field for two years. C. H. RONEY. AuROHA, III —J. M. Smely has had a good season and iscontemplating adding to his glass. He says spring work prom- ises well. Tribulations of the Florist's Employe. t.4 synopses of thf paper by E»gene Oistrficher, of Mt. Clentfns, Mich., read be/ore the Detroit Florists' Club Afay 7, 1902.] Mv subject is a rather hard one but, in the first place, I think that we employes would have no troubles whatever and be as happy as larks if it were not ior the employers. They certainly make all our troubles. Suppose we start at the begin- ning. When the apprentice comes on the place he is considered of little use, which is all right for six months or a year, but after that give him some kind of a show. In this business, as we all know, a person must learn more by observing than by simply being shown or told. If he is not observant by nature, why, he would better direct his path to some other enterprise. Now, in order to be brief, let us say that the apprentice has proved to be honfst, capable and faithful. 1 think it would be well ior the employer to advance him accordingly, thereby pro- moting the interest of the employe as well as his own. Otherwise he goes out into the world. Right here his tribula- tions begin. No matter where we go, we find that every employer has ways dif- ferent from others, on which he insists. Therefore it is a necessity that the grower learn the peculiarities of his employer and conform to them. Once together it takes time f ir the employe to get acquainted with the nature of the soil, the water and in fact the wholf- sur- roundings. After all these points are well impressed upon the former's mind, it is in order lor the employer to judge and treat the man accordingly. WREATH OF LEUCOTHOE, HYACINTHS AND ROSES. (Artist, llPnrj- Morris, of Syrui:use, N. Y.) In mv opinion I think it best for an owner to divide his place into sections, and have a good man for each. If the place is small, divide Into two sections, and so on, arranging it so that each person has enough and not too much to do. By so doing, all the stock is properly gone over every morning and treated as it ought to be; the cutting isdonein good season, for the section man knows exactly what is fit to cut. This also applies to the watering. One man watering one day, and another man the next, makes a longer and more uncertain job of it, but this applies more to roses than either carna- tions, violets or chrysanthemums. Now why, if these ways and plans are adopted, should there be any trouble? Bat right here it comes in. A section man's stock may be doing nicely when the employer or manager takes it into his head to do a little bossing. The grower must, with a smiling lace, in order to keep peace, follow orders but take the consequences if things go amiss, for I have, during my travels, run across men, proprietors, managers and fore- men, who professed to be florists, but did not have enough practical knowledge to deserve that name. Such men are likely to take the credit when things go well but shirk the blame when there is trouble. Thegroweris discredited among those who only hear one side of the story and finally he gets his "vacation." Employers should take an interest in their employes and show appreciation for what may be worthy of it. They will find that a kind word now and then will go a long way in holding the inter- est taken in the business by the help. A person cannot do his best work for another's interest if he feels that the boss thinks, "Well, I do my share by paying him his wages." Then there is another point. If a grower promises to pay a man every so often he should do so and not make it a business of paying a little now and then. Bntofcourseweemployes understand, or ought to, that the neces- sary cash does not hang on every bush. For the employer's side of the question I want to say that I don't think much of a man who simply works for pay day, a "clock watcher" who may start sharp on time bnt is sure to quit when the closing hour strikes. Neither do I believe an employe should be expected to do more than is reasonable. Pressure often necessitates that a person work over- time, and he should be willing to do it, but he does not feel as if it should be a daily occurrence, especially when he gets no compensation for overtime. I have in mind a man who worked his help pretty steady all day at the wheelbarrow and after supper the employe chanced to see a newspaper and stopped to glance it over. It was only a minute before the employer came along and remarked: "Have yon time to read a paper? I haven't!" Pleasant, wasn't It? Then again, one runs across the place where an employe must sleep In the boiler shed, potting shed or any old corner and be ever ready for duty. This is bad enough on a full stomach, but when it comes to the way some people feed their help, well, it accounts lor the fact that some florists are always need- ing men. But the greenhouse business, at yon are all well aware, has made great headway in the past few years and the condition of the employe is steadily improving. In general he is well housed, well fed and fairly well paid but I dare say that there are not enough persons learning the business in a thorough man- ner, in proportion to the glass put up. igo2. The American Florist. 575 THE S. A. r. AND THE SOUTHEAND. ASHBVILLB, THE CONVENTION CITY. It appears that the northern idea of Asheville is somewhat indistinct and oddefined. The S. A. F. convention of 1902 will not be held in a typical south- ern city, nor is that section of country at all like the sunny south, as most northern people picture in their imagination. Asheville is over 2,000 feet above sea level and fully 300 miles from salt water. We are on a broad plateau in the Blue Ridge mountains, the spot made famous as the "land of the sky." We have no sandy lands up here, neither do we grow cotton or cane. We have cold weather in winter and warm weather in summer, the same as yon have in Chicago and New York, but we don't go to such extremes. The climate is equa- ble and delightful, the nights are al- ways cool and our hoteli are patronized by the best class of pleasure seekers, both summer and winter. Our princi- pal products are ^rn, wheat, oats and tobacco. There are three commercial and one semi-commercial fio- risti' establishments in Asheville. The Battery Park green- houses have about 4,000 feet of glass, where they grow the bedding and decora- tive plants used in and around the Bat- tery Park Hotel, besides some roses and carnations and very fine violets for the trade. Paul Embler is in charge of this place. E. E. Brown is proprietor of the Brownhurst Greenhouses on Oak street. He has about 6,000 feet of glass and grows a full line ot bedding plants, also roses, carna- tions and violets. Connelly's is a pri- vate place of about 4,000 feet of glass, but the gardener, Ernest Kerstein, sells what the family does not use. He grows carnations, bedding and pot plants and also the best violets ever seen in this city. The Idlewild Floral Company has 13,000 feet ofglass.three houses of carnations, one of roses and two of miscellaneous stock. Some violets are grown in frames. They have quite a shipping trade with near-by towns, especially in South Carolina. Another point of interest which will be shown S. A. F. visitors is theBiltmore nursery, about two miles south of town. Here are propagated all the plants used on the Vanderbilt estate, and also for sale It is a very extensive establishment. Of course it is understood that this is a resort town and that our trade depends almost entirely on visitors. In fact, Asheville without the health and pleasure seekers would be nothing but a moun- tain village. As to what the florists of this section will do for the success of the S. A. F. con- vention, remains to be seen. It is yet too early to prophecy, but I believe that there will be a large increase of member- ship from the south. I have not learned positively that any from this section will make displays in the trade exhibition, but I think that we may depend on the Berckmans Company, of Augusta, and on James M. Lamb, of Fayetteville, to ROSE HOUSE OF JOHN WOLF, AT SAVANNAH, QA. JOHN WOLF, OF SAVANNAH, GA., IN HIS CHRYSANTHEMUM HOUSE. show us something of their specialties. We are making every preparation for a large attendance at the convention and can assure every member of the society that he will be amply repaid for coming here in August. I. W. C. Dbake. THE FLOBIST9 OF SAVANNAH. Many northern florists who visit Ashe- ville at convention time will undoubtedly take occasion to make a trip through contiguous territory in the south. This will bring them to Savannah, a typical southern city of 65 000 population, of whom about 40,000 are white, the others negroes. While Savannah was a metropolis in antibellum days, it is showing the progressive spirit of the new south, and rapid improvement has been seen in the last few years. It is about 225 miles southeast ot Asheville and the principal sea port south of Norfolk, with steamer lines to the seaboard cities and New York, also to Europe. There are four florists in Savannah. Gus. Kiesling, who grows mostly pot plants and makes up funeral designs. He has no store in town and sells everything at retail from the greenhouses. The next is George Wagner, who has a store in the city and sells his products there. He grows pot plants and cut flowers and makes violets a specialty. A. C. Oelschig has one of the larg- est ranges of glass in the city and makes a specialty of rubber plants, of which he produces about 20,- 000 yearly, shipping thf m out of the city. He also does a gen- eral retail business, making up floral designs and doing a great deal of deco- ratmg. He has the contract by the year to furnish all the decorations in the De Soto Hotel, the largest in the city, aicommudating 500 guests. John Wolf is the youngest and one of the most progressive florist" in the south. He is Slyears of age and has been in business only since 1895, starting with his few dollars of capital in voted in hotbed sash. From this small beginning he has built up an establishment of 22,000 square feet ot glass. He grows large quantities of bedding plants and also considerable quantities of cut flowers. Carnations are his specialty and of these the northern visitors will find many well-known varieties. Mr. Wolt, thinks White Cloud the finest white car- nation yet produced, and he grows them all to good advantage. He also prows American Beauty, La France, Perle, Wootton and Kaiserin among roses. Anotherof his specialties is lily ot the val- ley, of which he has forced this season about 30,000 pips, shipping the stock mostly to near-by towns. This fall he will have about 4 000 chrysanthemums, 3,000 ot which will be grown to single stem, and the remainder in 6-inch and 7 inch pots. Mr. Wolf believes that bringing the S. A. F. convention to Asheville will increase the southern membership, and he has set the example by forwarding his member- ship fee to Secretary Stewart All the flo- rists ot Savannah will be at Asheville. 576 The American Florist. May lO, Spraying Outfit for Florists. The appalling injury to fruit and shade trees in recent years by the attacks of destructive insects and the widespread agitation as to ways and means for sub- iduing these pests opens the way for at east one enterprising florist in each com- munity to add a safe and profitable department to his business. That an outfit similar to the one illustrated here- with will quickly pay for itself as soon as tree owners learn the value of its work cannot be doubted and several florists in the vicinity of Boston have already taken steps to equip themselves with complete spraying machinery preparatory to Installing the new department of insect destruction as a regular branch of their business. The outfit shown in the illustration is the one in use in the Boston park depart- ment and was constructed under the direction of Superintendent Pettigrew. The intent is to secure a solid stream that will break into spray at a distance of twenty-five to thirty feet away from the nozzle. This machine will operate three of such streams but two are as many as can be conveniently worked, as trees are not usually found within con- fittings were furnished by the Cbas. J. Jagf r Companv, Boston. The tank was made by park department carpenters and cost $70, and the apparatus was put up by the park machinists. The hose connec- tions are at the rear, so arranged that the couplings can be easily reached by a hoseman standing either on the ground or on top of the tank. The safety rail around the tank is provided with hooks for carrying ladders." This machine would operate ten or twelve of the ordinary Vermorel spray- ing nozzles, but of course their use from one tank would be impossible — work could not be found for them to do. The majority of trees in streets and gardens can be reached from the ground, by the use of such power sprays as represented in our illustration, and the remainder from a location probably thirty or forty feet up in the body of the tree. The machine, when pressed a little, is capa- ble of throwing a stream sixty feet high. About lajurious Fungi. When the rose grower notices the edges of the younger leaves of his plants curling and blister- like elevations appear- APPARATUS BUILT FOR SPRAYING IN BOSTON PARKS. ing, usually covered with a powderj- substance, he knows that mildew is at work and proceeds forthwith to produce sulphur fumes in the house. Black spot may also appear and knowing that sulphur is not efficient here, he picks up all leaves that have fallen, removes afiected ones from the plant and bums them, at well as ordering a general clean- ing up about the houses. The remedies are sufficient. The diseases, however, are merely checked, not eradicated. No amount of fumigation will restore the shrunken, mildewed leaf or remove the black spots. These and numerous other diseases are the work of fungi and, while experienced florists are well acquainted with the cause and remedies, not all have stopped to investigate the "why." A fungus is a plant, a plant without leaves, stems, flowers or seeds, but none the less a plant. A more important point of difference is the absence of chlorophyll in the fungus. Chlorophyll is the green substance found in the cells of higher plants, which enables them to transform the inorganic elements of air and soil into organic elements — plant tissues. As chlorophyll is the only known substance that will accomplish this, it follows that fungi must depend upon organic sub- stances (plant tissues) for their existence. The various mushrooms and toadstools are fungi and, while these may appear to spring from the ground, they are always nourished by decaying organic matter present in the soil. Every plant affected with a fungus bears within its tissues millions of these microscopic plants, parasites, sucking its life blood. The principal parts of a fungus plant are the hyphze and spores. The former are delicate, thread-like organs which grow either singly or in bundles, pene- trating the tissues of the affected (host) plants and not only appropriate the food of the host, but cause a breaking down of the cells. Collectivelv the threads are termed the mycelium. This is the vege- tative or growing portion of the fungus and corresponds to the stems and roots of higher plants. The spores are minute, dust-like bodies usually appearing on the surface of the afiected plant. These spores perform the office of seeds and under proper conditions germinate and send filament! into the tissues ot the venient distance for three nozzles, with a machine that covers the ground so rapidly. The solid stream recommended may be somewhat wasteful of the spray- ing solution but the saving in time and labor will more than offset this loss. Mr. Pettigrew furnishes the following specifications of construction and cost of hii outfit: "Rectangular tank, m ade of 2 inch clear cypress. The dimensions are 12 42 feet by 35 Inches by 1 .45 feet. The capacity is 470 gallons. Mounted on common utility wagon drawn by horses. Engine and pump mounted on tank. The engine is one and one-half horse-power Fair- banks Morse, gasoline. No. 12835, with both ignitors; special tank base; six cell Acme dry battery ; water tank and lull equipment. The cost was $lfiO. The pump is 21/2x8 Inches, figure .SO, triplex. No. 12222, with special bronze plungers. Fitted with air chamber, and coupled to engine by a 5 inch Moore & White fric- tion coupling with lever straps The cost, including coupling, was $172.75. The engine and pump are guaranteed to deliver, continuously, twelve gallons jier minute, against a pressureof 110 pounds per square inch. The engine, pump and SPRAYING APPARATUS AT WORK IN BOSTON PARKS. igo2. The American Florist. 577 VIEW IN CENTRAL PARK, NEW YORK CITY. plants on which they alight and thus perpetuate the species. Fungi are of two kinds, those that feed on dead or decaying organic matter, like mnshrooms, and those that feed on the living tissue of plants. The first named are termed saprophytes, the second, parasites. The parasitic fungi, at least those that concern the florist, may be classified first as "surface" fungi, or those that develop mainly on the surface of the host plant, sending short, root-like hyphae through the epidermis or skin of the leaf to serve as feeders, as the mildew of the rose, the powdery substance on the leaves being evidence that these parasitic plants have matured and formed their fruits (spores) which may now be dislodged by syringing or other means and fall upon healthy tissue to begin afresh. In the treatment of diseases of this class it will be evident that a thorough application of some fungicide, as sulphur fumes or a solution of liver of sulphur, the parasites being almost wholly exposed to its action, may be destroyed. In the second class, represented by the black spot of roses, the various spot diseases of violets and other plants as well as the carnation rust, the parasitic plants develop almost wholly within the tissues of the host plants, merely sending short branches to the surface, bearing the spores. These diseases then are more than "skin deep" and when they have once obtained a foothold, may not be eradicated by any amount of spraying any more than typhoid fever or sma:llpox may be eradicated by drugs. The remedy, if any, must be preventive in either case. The prevention msy lie in maintaining the plants or individuals in a high state of health or vigor, thus enabling them to withstand the disease, or else in the appli- cation of some substance that will pre- vent the entrance of the disease. In the case of plants, this is accom- plished by timely applications of Bordeaux mixture, carbonate of copper solutions or other fungicides to prevent the germination or growth of the spores that alight on the plants. Spraying, however, is not in general favor with florists, nor indeed is it either necessary or desirable as a rule. We have well nigh absolute control over the conditions of heat and moisture at least, if not of light, and we should aim to make these conditions fit the plants. Prof. Galloway in his excellent work on violet culture says: "Theoretically it will be understood that if the needs of the plant and the environment were exactly balanced, perfect growth would result. * » We cannot of course reach this ideal, but we can approximate it." Too much moisture with a high tem- perature in the rose house, causes a rapid, soft growth; when this is checked by sud- den changes, the ever-present spores of mildew find congenial and non-resistant medium on which to work and the dis- ease is established. The punctures on the leaves of carna- tion plants caused by insects, allow of the entrance of the spores of various diseases. Softening of the foliage of violets by tobacco smoke or water fits them for the ready reception of spot. It is probable that any cause that leads to the softening of the outer layers of the •tems of carnation plant§ permits the entrance of the mycelium of the fungus causing stem rot. A close, moist atmosphere in the propa- gating house furnishes favorable condi- tions for the growth of the various fangi causing thedampingoflf of cuttings. The spores or germs of the bacterial disease causing the black rot of geranium cuttings (and sometimes o( mature plpnts) are ever present on the plants awaiting favorable conditions for devel- opment. Fredebic Cranefield. CARNATIONS. THE season's successes. Some last impressions as to the merits of the different varieties under trial the past winter, by various growers from different sections, together with their ideas as to the cause of success or failure of certain varieties would be of incalcu- lable benefit to us for next winter's cult- ure. Personally I have had but a few varieties under culture the past winter but in order to start the ball rolling will give my own experiences. In white my signal success was with Queen Louise. It began flowering early in September and has not known a lazy moment since that time. The blooms have been the equal of White Cloud in size, substance and stem, in fact, better than I have ever been able to do that variety. The calyxes have not split to any extent, less than ten per cent, and altogether it is the best white I have tried for a number of years and shall be my main dependence for next winter's cut. I attribute my success with this variety to the faet that I grew It in a yery stiff soil 578 The American Florist. May TO, ■with plenty of cow manure added and no other fertilizer, with the night tempera- ture at aa near 50° as possible. Lorna up to January 15 was as fine a lot of grass as I have grown for some years. After that date it began to make some flowers and for February and March was very productive. The flow- ers were ideal in almost every respect and for the grower who can get it into lull bloom for the holidays it is certainly a grand variety. My failure with this variety is an open question. It may be that benches instead of solid beds would have given better results, or possibly it did not like the stifi'soil I used. In pink Ethel Crocker is, of course, head and shoulders above every other variety, but as there seems to be but a half dozen growers in the country who can handle this varietv it is hardly to be taken into consideration. Next to Crocker I find Dorothy a good and profitable sort. Early In the season it did not give so much promise, as the flowers were not my ideal, but with the season's returns before me it shows up much better and also shows that there is no use in any one grower thinking his idea of an ideal carnation is the correct one. The deep fimbriation, which was an objectionable feature to my mind, seems to be an object of beauty to others, and from every other point it is a good variety to grow. The flowers improve every day lor a week after being cut, if they are cut as soon as open. The stem is about right for gracefulness and, like Queen Louise, the variety Is always in bloom from Sep- tember to July. It seems to require no special treatment, except to be pretty well fed, and the temperature kept below rather than above 50°. Genevieve Lord, in my solid beds, has proven a failure, as, beyond the fact that I get very good flowers on very good stems, their number is not nearly enough to make it a paying variety. A few Irene at the end of a house, with no par- ticular treatment, gave a fair number of moderately good flowers and It certainly fulfils the claims of its introducers as to keeping qualities. It might be a valuable sort for some of the growers who have trouble in getting their flowers to market in good shape, and for long distance shipments. Of light pinks I had but one on actual trial, and that was Morning Glory, a medium-sized flower but with an ideal stem and in point of early and continu- ous blooming it pretty nearly fills the bill. It is not a good keeper and has to be cut as soon as open in order to reach the market in its best shape. This was, perhaps, the fault of being grown too warm, as there was but a portion of a house. Next winter, with a full house of it, the temperature will be kept to 45" or lower and pretty liberal feeding given. Elma is a fine large flower but grown In a cool end of the house, with not the best of light, it did not make a good stem nor enough flowers, nor did it keep any better than Morning Glory. With Mrs. Higinbotham for next winter and Enchantress to follow, it will hardly pay to experiment much in an attempt to get either of the above two to perfection. Estelle so nearly fills the bill for scarlet that there is no need of any other unless longer stems are wanted, and then Crane can be grown. Estelle seems to give best results planted early, given good liberal feeding and a temperature of 50° to 55°. Adonis will of course supersede all others of its color but Estelle will be grown for some years by the man who wants quan- tity of bloom at a minimum expense. Golden Beauty may not be the ideal yellow in every respect but the flower is so near old Buttercup with the habit 200 per cent better that it may be one of those that last. It seems to do well with any iort of treatment if kept at a tem- perature of 50°. Gov. Roosevelt so well meets require- ments among crimsons that there really seems no need of a better one for several years to come. It is productive from early in the season until late, and the flower is perfect in form, the stern perfect in strength and its keeping qualities far bevond the average. With liberal feeding and a temperature of 45° this variety seems to give the best results. The only fancy sort on trial was Pros- perity and it certainly is true to its classi- fication from every point of view, grown, as I attempted to grow it, on solid beds in a temperature of 50°. It gave a small crop of flowers, pure white in the early fall and then produced nothing but growth until the first of April, with a full crop under way now. If I could get the crop that is coming now for the winter months it would pay, but with an aver- age of less than a dozen flowers per week from 750 good, healthy plants from October 15 to April 1 there is no profit in it. Possibly grown on a bench it might have shown very difierent results. As a flower it certainly is worth the trouble of a little experimenting to get it to pay and next winter I shall try a few under different processes. My successes are Queen Louise, Crocker, Dorothy, Morning Glory, Estelle and Roosevelt, not a very big list but one figured from a "dollar and cents" point of view. While I am as great a carnation enthu9iast as the next one, they have got to pay me in dollars and cents if I am to continue in the businessof growingthem. Albert M. Herr. Chicago. SPRING GLUT IS ON.— ODTDOOR MATB- RIAL FLOODS THE MARKET.— LILAC IN UNWIELDY QUANTITIES. — ROSES SHOW THE EFFECT OF WARM SUN. — MUCH GRADING NECESSARY.-CARNATIONS HARD TO MOVE — RATES VERY LOW ON CLEAN- UP SALES.— STREET SALESMEN MISSED. — COMPARATIVELY FEW FLOWERS FOR PALMER FUNERAL. — P."i;ONIA SEASON EARLY. — DEATHSIN THE TRADE. — DOING? OF WHOLESALERS, GROWERS AND OTH- ERS. Following a week of very good busi- ness has come the spring glut. It began on Monday morning and the end is not yet in sight. The turn to warm and bright weather has been largely responsi- ble for the prevailing state of afl'airs, for all kinds of stock have come along at a pace which has been completely beyond the possibilities of the market. Shipping trade has fallen off, for all the outside points are supplied with outdoor spring flowers, and local buying has been very light for some time past. With the warm weather came a deluge of outdoor material from the south. Seldom have heavier shipments of lilac been received than in the past week. It has come almost by carloads and, where the fir»t lilac met with excellent sale, the vast accumulation of the last few days has been practically immovable. In a great many instances it has not even realized express charges. All the other spring flowers have been in similarly augmented supply and they have crowded roses and carnations to the wall. Where it looked last week as though Beauties were short- ening up sufficiently to warrant an early increase in prices, they are now again so plentiful that they are well sold at con- siderably lower figures than have recently been quoted. The stock requires a great deal of grading to get out shipping mate- rial and these selected goods still bring fair prices, but the average is very low. The same may be said of all roses. The cuts have increased materially and qualities are deteriorating, so that things are about down to the summer level. Selected roses still bring from $4 to $G per hundred, tut the balance of the stock has to be jobbed off at any price it will bring. There are literally wagon loads of carnations in the market, a very large proportion of which are first-class stock; but they do not sell. The demand is not sufficient to consume anything like the quantity received in the last few days. The result is that cleanup sales of left over material are being made at from 10 cents to 15 cents a bunch. It is in this particular that the street fakirs are missed. Favored by such weather as that of the past few days, there is practically no limit to the amount of material they could sell on State street, but, while most of them are well situated in small or temporary stores, they cannot handle anything like the quantity of stock now that they are compelled to draw their customers Indoors. There are still considerable quantities of bulb- ous stock about, because the outdoorcut is on, and there are, too, big supplies of violets and pansies which are difficult to move. The green goods market is also easier, smilax being fairly plentiful, adiantum likewise, and asparagus sell- ing well, particularly Sprengeri. The turn to cold Friday has served to shorten up supplies somewhat and restore nor- mal conditions. The leading retailers were mostly dis- appointed in the business created by the funeral of Potter Palmer, on Wednesday morning. Mr. Palmer was one of Chi- cago's pioneers, one of her best known and wealthiest citizens, and it was to have been expected that the floral trib- utes at the obsequies would make an extraordinary showing but, the family did not encourage a lavish display and the flowers were not numerous, although some very good work was done. Fleisch- man had the family order and made a very handsome casket cover, among other things. Friedman made a piece for Marshall Field, but Wienhoeber had rather the largest share of the work, being located near the Palmer residence. It was all work which required the very highest grade of stock but the quantity consumed made no appreciable impres- sion on the supply in the market. In an appreciative account of the J. D. Thompson Carnation Company and the new variety (Enchantress) recently acquired by that concern, we find the following, from the Mercantile and Financial Times of April 26: 'The J. D. Thompson Carnation Company, by virtue of its strong financial stability and unsurpassed facilities forcultivation, occupies a position of conceded supremacy in the world of horticulture, and its newly accjuircd possession is merely a feature in a notable career. Moreover a notable element to the success of the organization is contributed by the capa- ble judgtncnt and rare discrimination of its president, Mr. John Lambert." A. Konnicott says that the p.voniasare fully ten days earlier than usual this year. At his son's place at Carbondalc they were cutting .'iOO dozen a day at the end of this week and next week they expect to be sending in at the rate of a igo2. The American Florist. 579 thoasand dozen a day. The early blooms are very fine. At Mr. Kennlcott's home place at The Grove the season is even earlier relatively than it is atCarbondale. It will necessitate carrying the stock a little longer than usual in cold storage. E. A. Kanst announces that the Ameri- can Rose Company, of Washington, D. C, has ofifered three prizes, $100, $50 and $25, to be competed for at the autumn show of the Horticultural Society, for fifty cut blooms of the Ivory rose. It is required that the blooms be exhibited by the grower and must be from plants purchased from the Ameri- can Rose Company or authorized agents. Ernst Hertel died Sunday, May 4, at the family residence at 150 Clybourn avenue. He was 57 years of age, and the husband of Mrs. Auguste Hertel, uader whose name they have conducted a verv prosperous retail business. Peter Reinberg sent a handsome wreath to the funeral on Wednesday. Mrs. Hertel expects to continue the business as here- tofore. Louis Gregor, who was a partner of A. B. Everett in the Harms Park Floral Company, cut his throat with an ink eraser in the Wrightwood avenue station of the Northwestern Elevated Railroad last Saturday morning after haviiig made an unsuccessful attempt to jump in front of a moving train. The next meeting of the Florists.' Club will be held May 14. It is expected that a paper will be presented on garden plants and spring planting and efforts are being made to get together a display of plants suitable for window boxei. Geo. Reinberg has his new range of houses almost completed. The carna- tions are all in the field, many hundreds of thousands of them, and rose planting is progressing rapidly. His place Is in very nice shape this spring. E. E. Pieser says that the wreath is the fashionable floral design just now. He reports thecall for framesfor wreaths to be practically equal to the combined sale for all other designs in their wire department. The Chicago office of the White Enamel Refrigerator Company is now located at 1260 Old Colony building. They are selling a great many florists refrigerators. At E. H. Hunt's they say it is remark- able the way the carnation has sold all through the season. Its popularity seems steadily increasing. Leonard Kill celebrated his thirtieth birthday anniversary May 7 and had the assistance of a party of friends at his home in the evening. E. C. Amling is receiving some very fine cattleyai, C. Mossise and C. Mendelii. They were in great demand for the Palmer funeral. C. Paasch has sold his Lincoln avenue property to Neilsen & Son, but will con- tinue his retail store at 224 Clybourn avenue. The picnic of the employes of Vaughan's Seed Store has been postponed on account of the cooler weather. Peter Reinberg has planted out eleven acres of carnations and has the stock lor two acres more. Reinberg & Weiland are sending up large quantities of sweet peas from New Castle, Kennicott Bros. Company received the first pxonias of the season May 3. C. W. Scott, of Vaughan's, is at home from a trip to the Pacific coast. Visitors: A. C. Brown, Springfield, 111.; J. A. Pettigre W.Boston; Alfred Dimmock, St. Albans, Eng. Philadelphia. CUT FLOWER TRADE BEGINS TO SHOW EFFECT OP DEPARTURE OF THE ARIS- TOCRACY TO SUMMER HOMES. — BED- DING PLANT BUSINESS EXCEPTIONALLY HEAVY.— ALL ABOUT THE PRICES.— THE CLUB MEETING. — SMOKERS PLANNED. — SILVER CUP SHOWN. — VARIOUS NOTES OF LOCAL DOINGS. The May meeting of the Florists' Club had a rather slim attendance. Even the essayist of the evening failed to put in an appearance. A representative of one of the railroads to Asheville was present and spoke of how his company would care for the delegates if they would come their way. The fare from Washington round trip would be $14, which, with the regular ten day round trip ticket from this citv to the capital, $6, would make the entire fare only $20. The train leaving here Sunday evening will land passengers in Asheville the next afternoon. Adolph Fahrenwold placed on exhibition the Lord & Burnham $250 challenge silver cup that be won at the national rose show in New York last March. It was much admired and will adorn the cases of the club, along with the other trophies for a little time. Mr. Fahrenwold thinks our meetings are not lively enough and moved that each one, or nearly all, adjourn into a smoker, which was endorsed by the club, and from now on things are to be diflerent. As George C. Watson was absent in Bos- ton the essay committee decided that for next meeting we are to have "What I saw about Boston," by the "sage of the Ginger Jar." In the retail cut flower stores trade has commenced to fall off as already the shutters in the residence districts are beginning to go up and country homes are being occupied for the summer. Cut flowers are plentiful. Beauties being very much in evidence. They have to be sold and as a consequence the prices range low; $1.50 to $2.50 is the price for the specials. Teas are quoted at from $4 to $8. Carnations are still in fair demand but the prices are getting lower, as there are more coming in than the market will take; $1.50 to $2 per hundred is the price, with a very few bringing $3. Vio- lets have gone at last. Sweet peas now cut quite a figure and sell well, at from 50 cents to 75 cents per hundred for the pink and $1 to $1.50 for the white. Good outdoor valley is in and sells for from $1 to $2 per hundred. The jobbing gardeners and bedding plant men are still at it all day and far into the night, trying to catch up with their orders. Prices for bedding plants are about as follows: Geraniums In 4 inch pots bring $7 per hundred, with a few asking $8. All other 4-inch stock runs about the same. Geraniums, fuch- sias and so forth in 6 inch pots range from $2 to $2.40 per dozen. Plants in 2V2 inch and 3-inch pots bring from $3 to $4 per hundred. Own root rose bushes in from 6-inch to 8-inch pots range from 20 cents to 40 cents each. Harris has some very choice Crimson Ramblers just coming in that sell at from 50 cents to $1 each. Harry Bayersdorfer saw a prospective customer the other day. He had a bundle of flowers and a package of moss and wanted a wire frame. He was scared out when asked if he was in the trade, as Harry says it is a rule of the house never to sell to anyone outside of the trade. John Westcott and George C. Watson were both missed at the club meeting. John was at Waretown, where the fish- ing season will soon open, and George is looking up his customers in Boston. Now is the time to give orders for bulbs for fall delivery and don't fail to impress it on the mind of the dealer that the bulbs must be in a thoroughly ripened condition before they are shipped. K. New York. TRADE SITUATION REMAINS WITHOUT CHANGE. — STOCK MOVING SLOWLY. — PEAS AND VALLEY THE MOST LIVELY ITEMS ON THE LIST. — FLORICULTURE LOSES A FRIEND IN THE DEATH OF CON- GRESSMAN CUMMINGS. — NOTES OF PER- SONAL AND TRADE DOINGS. The late Amos I. Cummings was a great lover of flowers and was very fond of the society of flower cultivators. He was a staunch friend of the Society of American Florists and when that organ- ization applied for a national charter he took the matter up with characteristic zeal and the assistance rendered by him in securing this, almost the last piece of legislation to which President McKinley affixed his signature, was indispensable. Recognizing the indebtedness of the florists of the United States to Mr. Cum- mings it was thought fitting that the S. A. F. should be represented by a floral tribute and so a handsome standing anchor was sent with the card of the national society attached. W. R. Smith, who was a devoted friend of the deceased congressman, came on from Washington with the funeral party. The situation in the general cut flower trade remains about the same as last reported, certainly not improved and if changed at all it is for the worse. The strongest items on the list are lily of the valley and sweet peas, both of these moving in fairly satisfactory manner. Weddings are unpopular in May and so this very useful outlet for choice flower stock is not available at present but the steamer trade makes up in part for the loss. Outdoor lilac is a popular flower on the street but the quantity being received is hardly sufficient to affect the general flower demand to any great extent. The New York Florists' Club will hold its regular meeting on Monday evening. May 12, notwithstanding that it is tem- porarily homeless. Unless the trustees shall have succeeded in securing a new meeting hall in the meantime the meet- ing will probably be held in the store of President Sheridan, 39 West Twenty- eighth street. W. H. Gunther is having his store at 30 West Twenty-ninth street remodeled and an entire new front put in. It will be a great improvement and will afiord a much larger area. Geo. Golsner, of College Point, isbrinj*- ing in a heavy crop of very nice Ulrich Brunner roses at present. The American Association of Botanists will hold its annual convention at Pitts- burg June 28 to July 3. Mason City, Ia.— A. L. Wheeler, of the Wheeler Floral Company, is planning to add to his facilities this season by build- ing three new houses, two 20x42 and one 25x42. Springfield, Mass.— Business the past week has been rather slow. There has been very little doing in funeral work and very little In society. Aitken had two wedding decorations the last week and has a good one booked for the coming week. A. B. >80 The American Florist. May lo. Seventeenth Year. SubBoription, $1.00 a year. To Europe, $2.00. Subscriptions accepted only from those in the trade. Advertisements on all except cover pages, 10. Cents a Line, Agate; $1.00 per inch. Cash with Order. No Special Position Guaranteed. Discounts are allowed, 'only on consecutive inter- tiont, as follows — 6 times, 5 per cent; 18 times 10 per cent; 26 times, 20 per cent; 52 times, 30 per cent. cover space sold only on yearly contract at tl.OO per inch, net. In the case of the two front pages, regular discounts ap- plying only to the back pages. The Advertising Department of the Ahbbican Florist is for Florists, Seedsmen and Nurserymen and dealers in wares pertaining to those lines on/y. Orders for less than one-hall inch space not accepted. Advertisements must reach us by Wednesdajj to secure insertion in the issue for the following Saturday. Address AMERICAN FLORIST CO., Chloago. The price of glass has been advanced again abont ten per cent, within the week. Rose growers are replanting at least a portion of their houses earlier and earlier each year. Thb death of Eagene Verdier, the well known French rose grower, is announced. He was 75 years of age. The Florists' Hail Association is rap- idly approaching the 16,000,000 feet mark and is paying losses with its usual promptness. The Massachusetts Horticultural Soci- ety has assets of $840,283.37, according to the annual report of Treasurer Charles E Richardson, just issued. While the anticipated demand for bedding plants, particularly geraniums, is developing, don't put the prices so high that customers will hesitate. The Yellow Timothy Eaton chryian- themum is the equal of its parent in bold decorative effect and a high commercial standing as a cut flower is predicted for it. It is a good time now to root crotons, just before you stop firing. Queen Vic- toria, Baroness Rothschild, Andreanum and Fasciatus are among the best all- around sorts. The mailing label on your paper shows when your subscription expires; when you send your renewal note that the date changes within two weeks; it will serve as your receipt. Among the meritorious novelties is an ever-bl Doming and ever-fruiting straw- berry. Robert Craig, who is growing it, recommends it, pot grown, as an eflective center piece for a dish of straw- berries on the table. Gerbera Jamesoni. There have been many inquiries with regard to the cut blooms of Gerbera Jamesoni, but A. Herrington, of Florham Farms, Madison, N. J., who has quite a large stock of the Barberton daisy in cultivation, says that he has not sold any flowers, although a leadiag New York retailer offered hira $25 per hun- dred for all his cut. The flowers have thus far been used for exhibitions at the various florists' clubs. Mr. Herrington raised about 4,000 young plants last year and sold them to the H. A. Dreer Company, of Philadelphia, who will also get this season's lot of young stock. The Only Way. Ed. Am. Florist:— Enclosed ii my renewal of subscription. Reading your paper is about the only way I can keep up with the times. Wm. Weavbb. So. McAlster, I. T. Greenhouse Building. East Mansfield, Mass. — W. A. Staples, two vegetable houses 150 feet long. Waukesha, Wis. — Robt. Schneck, two houses. Milwaukee, Wis. — H. W. Koerner, range of houses. Ilion, N. Y.— Hakes & Son, house 15x100. Fall River, Mass. — L. J. Lawton, house 19x50. Edgewater Park, N. J.— Jos. Gill, con- servatory 21x60, one 15x50. Montgomery, Ala. — St. Joseph's Col- lege, conservatory 20x50. Altoona, Pa. — Myers Bros., range of houses. Butler, Pa.— Mrs. Holt, one house. Burnham, Me. — Fred. Fletcher, one house. To Destroy Slugs or Snails. Ed. Am. Florist: — Can you tell me how to destroy slugs, or snails, as some growers call them? They look some- thing like snails but have no shell. N. E. B. One of our readers states that he keeps toads in his greenhouses to keep down snails and other night raiding pests; another scatters lettuce leaves, sliced potatoes or sliced apples about the benches and catches the snails while feed- ing after dark, or under the bait the next morning, another uses bran as bait, plac- ing it about on pieces of board, and another finds that camphor balls, such as are used for keeping moths out of gar- ments, scattered about among the plants will either kill the snails or drive them away. Carnations for Indoor Summer Culture. Ed. Am. Florist:— Of these carnations, White Cloud, Flora Hill, G. H. Crane, America, Mrs. Lawson, Frances Joost and Marquis, which will do best planted in the house in June? G. F. M. If I had this list to select from my per- sonal experience would make me decide on The Maiquis, for I firmly believe that this is the only way toget thebestresults out of this carnation, which, if given proper attention, will produce fancy, high grade flowers clear through the sea- son. After Marquis I would recommend Mrs. Lawson, which is also a good one (or this purpose. Of the other varieties Flora Hill is a good white for early work from the first of March on, but it is rapidly being outclassed. The same can be said of nearly all the other varieties. I would therefore advise the Marquis and Mrs. T. W. Lawson as the most suitable for indoor culture. Chas. W. Johnson. The Street Stands. Newspaper stands at street corners are a public accommodation. So are flower stands. There is no other civilized com- munity which prohibits flower-selling wherever their sale violates no public right. The little flower shows of even the moldy cities of old Mexico are among their most precious charms. The flower markets of London, Paris, Vienna, Berlin, of every cultivated municipality in old world or new, constitute an index to the taste and refinement of the people. Only crudity, avarice or corruption can wish to rob the streets of Chicago of the enlivening dashes of color which little flower shows lend to our begrimed thor- oughfares. The florists ought to wel- come, not to oppose, the curbstone flower sales. Taste for flowers grows with familiarity. Every florist will find his counter trade increased by the curb- stone sales.— CA/ca^o Chronicle. Cutting Back Solanums. Ed. Am. Florist:- I have some Jeru- salem cherries (solanums) left over from Christmas. The plants are in 5-inch pots, and if cut back low, I wish to know whether they will branch and produce enough berries to be salable for next sea- son, either planted out or grown on in pots? Subscriber. The solanums in question may be cut back as suggested, and after they start to grow may be planted outdoors lor the summer, where they will make much better progress than would be made in pots. It is probable, however, that young stock of this season's crop will prove more satisfactory than the plants that have been cut back, and I should pre- fer to depend on the young plants from the fact that they will grow away more freely, are less liable to become infested with insects, and will probably lift in better shape in the autumn. W. H. Taplin. Foliage of Violets Turning Yellow. Ed. Am. Florist:— I send you by mail under separate cover a violet plant which within the past month has turned almost yellow. Out of 1,500 plants, about twenty- five are starting to turn yellow. All the plants have been grown some- what on the dry side. Please state cause and remedy. E. E. P. A careful examination of the plants sent in by "E. E. P." show a little bud nematode and a great deal of botrytis, or bud or heart rot. It is not probable, however, that the botrytis has anything to do with the yellowing, which is prob- ably due to some unfavorable soil condi- tion. However, not enough soil wag attached to the roots of the plants to enable us to judge anything in regard to its favorable or unfavorable condition. A lack of iron will cause yellowing, as will also an excess of lime or other alka- line salts. If "E. E. P." will furnish a detailed statement relative to soil and other conditions it is possible that the trouble can be diagnosed. Albert F. Woods. Best Carnations. Ed. Am. Florist:— I am building a house 10x60 for carnations and, as I am a young man of little experience in this branch, I should be pleated to have your advice as to the best sorts, red, white, pink, yellow and striped, as all-around winter bloomers to grow in Arkansas in a temperature of from 56° to 60°. J. H. K. I would suggest as the best varieties for a beginner in most sections of the country, and I presume this would cover Arkansas, for pink, Frances Joost and Mrs. Lawson; for white. Queen Louise and Lorna; for red, G. H. Crane; for striped, Mrs. Hradt, and for yellow no one knows, as thejr are all an experiment up to this date, with the odds in favor of igo2. The American Florist. 581 Golden Beauty. These are, with the majority of growers, fairly sure of success and there is less risk in handling these varieties than some of those that might be termed higher class. When it comes to making a selection of the latter class there is no one grower can give intelligent advice to another, for it is entirely a mat- ter of experiment with each grower as to what will pay in his soil and for his mar- ket. Albert M. Bbsr. Dampiog Off of Lettuce. . Ed. Am. Florist: — I have some Boston Market lettuce planted in cold frames during March and now nearly ready to cut, but they are damping ofl, at the root, just above the soil. I enriched the frames last fall with pure, well rotted cow manure, adding a little air-slaked lime. Can you tell me the cause of the trouble? Alexandria. There are a number of diseases of let- tuce known under the general term of "damping off" diseases, but from the Information contained in the query 1 would judge that the disease referred to by "Alexandria" is the one properly called "damping off." It is caused by the attack of a fungus, which grows most rapidly in a moist, warm atmos- phere, and is particularly encouraged by watering the plants In the evening, as there is then very little ventilation dur- ing the night. This fungus is quite abundant in many of our soils, and needs only suitable conditions in order to attack the plant. We cannot suggest any very practic- able remedy, but it is well known that steam sterilization ol the soil will largely prevent it, where this may be done with profit. It is a matter of some expense to sterilize all the soil which may be used in a lettuce bed, but some of our growers are adopting this method as the only safe plan when once the houses and soil have become infested with this fungus parasite. It has been supposed that air- slaked lime is also a remedy for this dis- ease, but we have found it to be only partially successful. B. M. Duggan. Honoring the Dead. In this country it is customary to honor the dead by placing flowers on the graves. In China a plate of rice is used . instead of flowers, and thisled to arather interesting piece of repartee recently between a British tar and a Chinaman. Noticing the latter putting a pan of rice on a friend's grave, the tar inquired when the man was likely to come up and eat it. This query elicited a reply to the effect that the man would come up and eat his rice at the same time that the man came up to smell the flowers which the tar was in the act of depositing on an adjoining grave. — Gardening World. SITUATIONS. WANTS. TOR SALE. Advertisements under this head will be inserted at the rate of ten cents a line (sis words) each insertion. Cash must accompany order. Plant advs. not admitted under this bead. Every paid subscriber to the American Florist for the* year 1902 is entitled to a five-line want ADV. (situations only) Iree, to be used at any time during the year. SITUATION WANTED— liy competent florist, as grower of cut flowers, palms, ferns and orchids; 21 years' experience; private or commer- cial; married. Florist, care Am. Florist. SITUATION WANTED— As foreman and grower of cut flowers and plants. Have been foreman with prominent florists around Chicago for a numbsr of years. Address Florist, Box 54, Hinsdale, 111. SITUATION WANTED— By rose and carnation trrower, to take charge of section; 10 years' experience: married; 2j years of age. Ohio or Illinois preferred. State wages when answering. Address Grower, care American Florist. SITUATION WANTED— By practical floristand gardeni-T: can grow roses, carnations, 'mums, violets and all kinds of bedding plants: 11 years' experience; private place preferred. Best of ref- erences. Addn-ss S H, care Am. Florist. SITUATION WANTED-By a good, practical llorist; 'ZO years' experience growing roses, carnalitnis, chrysrtnthemums, etc., pot plants, design work: married. Good references, w; F. North. 4819 Chestnut St., Philadelphia. SITUATION WANTED— As foreman by thor- oughly practical florist. Good decorator, designer, etc. Grower of No. 1 roses, carnations and *mum8. First-class commercial or private position. Good wages expected. Address G. Foreman, care P. O., Canton, O. SITUATION WANTED — By good all-around man. 33 years of age. single, 18 years' exper- ience in all branches— lawn, greenhouses, rosts. shrubs, trees, et?. Private place preferred; lest of references from America and Germany Address S L, care American Florist. SITUATION WANTED— By young man, age 24, single. Dane, who has an experience of 6 years as florist and gardener, in Europe and this country. Wants position on commercial place, where "pot plants are at least partly grown. Ad- dress L. care American Florist. SITUATION WANTED— As gardener and florist, first-class English experience in all branches of horticulture; also in the management of elec- tric light plant, land and stock: 35 years' of age: married, no family; abstainer. Good manager of men and business. Highest possible references. Address with wages paid. C. Austin, 29lDGardeld Ave.. Louisville. Ky. WANTED— A good, experienced rose and car- nation grower. Apply with references and wages expected. A. F. Bakee, Kansas City, Mo. WANTED— To lease, within 50 milesof Chicago, a place of 5,OuO to 15,000 feet of glass in first- class condition. Address C W, care American Florist. WANTED AT ONCE— Assistant in cut flower place; some knowledge of roses: also care of horse. $20 per month and board — good home. G. W. Beears, Reading, Pa. WANTED— Florist with good references, to grow cut flowers and pot plants. Single German preferred. Address Mrs. Geo. Waldbauer, Saginaw City, Mich. ■^yANTED— Rose grower, to work under fore- ' ' man; must be married man and understand his busiiH'ss. Send referencas and wages wanted to The F. K. Williams Co.. Cleveland, O. WANTED— A good florist to grow roses, car- nations, 'mums and general stock. $Ml CO per month; board and room. State age aod refer- ences. C. HuMFELD, Clay Center, Kans. WANTED— Single man, well posted incarna- tion growing; $10 per week and lodging. Chance for increase to right man. Address J. Louis Loose, Cor. 13th and F. Washington, D.C. TTTANTED — A steady young man. with a few *' years' esperieace, for general greenhouse work on privaie place; $20 a month and board. Give references. Harry Donnelly, Box 39, feast Greenwich, R. I. WANTED— A young man for retail florist place; must be well posted on ferns and palms; not afraid of work, and have AI references. Address H. F. Halle, 548 West Madison St., Chicago. WANTED— Rose and carnation grower, to take charge of 20.COJ feet of glass . Must be well recommended. Stite wages wanted with board and washing, also age. Address John L. Wyland, De Haven, Pa. WANTED — A young man who understands something about orchid and fern growing. State where last employed and wages wanted, with board. Address J. M. Gasser Co., Euclid Ave., Cleveland, O. WANTED— Immediately, an all-around, work- ing florist; must be sober, reliable and industrious; capable of growing good roses, carna- tions and general stock. Good place for right man. Address E H G, care American Florist. TI/'ANTED AT ONCE— Young man who has '" had experience in greenhouse work where roses, carnations, chrysanthemums and general stock is grown. Must be ambitious and sober. State wages wanted. Address SuNNYBiDE Greenhouses, Owosso, Mich. WANTED— First-class rose grower to take charge of section. Best references required as toabiliiy, character and sobriety. State wages expected When writing. Address TfiE J. A. BuDLoxG iV, Son Co., 171 Canal street. Providence, R. I. WANTED AT ONCE— Good all-around green- house man; must be well up in orchids and stove plants. Only those with good reference* need apply. Wages $35 per month with board and room. Address Wm. Thatcher Warren St., Brooklino, Mass. FOR SALK— Prosperous, up-to-date, growing florist business; established \Z years. Address for particulars, Mbs.S. N. Alkire, Greenview, 111. FOR SALE— 6,0CO feet of glass well stocked, house, etc. All O. K. and in good order. Bargain; terms easy; other business. Address Box 53. Decatur. III. FOR SALE — Dwelling and greenhouses (no stock), centrally located in city of 4,500. Long established, paying business; no competi- tion; 3,200 feet of glass, ('aiise. death of owner. Mrs. Mary Bezner. Ex.. .Terseyville. 111. FOR SALE— At a bargain, greenhouses, 35,000 feet of glass, laud and good dwelling house, barn, etc., in best of condition and well stocked; near Chicago; owner going into other business. Address H G, care American Florist. FOR SALE— 25,0D0 feet of glass; established 15 years. 8 miles from city hall. Chicago, dwell- ing house, barn, wagons, tools, etc., all complete and at a bargain. Right man could make price asked in one year. Address Chicago, care American Florist. FOR SALE — Florist's busiaess. Well estab- lished and doing a good retail business. Lo- cated in one of Chicago's wpalLhi-^st suburbs; 25.0U0 feet of glass well stocked for siring sales. For full particulars and price address E, cnre American Florist. Chicago. WANTED, A Rose Grower. Must be first-class, good wages to good man. H. Dale Estate, Brampton, Ont.. Can. ROSE PROPAGATOR of more than ordinary SKILL. Must be thoroughly com- petent with cuttings and in root grafting; should understand hybridiz- ing, crossing, etc. Useless to apply unless you have long experience and can show a successful record. Position permanent to man who can fill it. State wages expected, age, married or single, full particulnrs as to experience and furnish ref- erences. California Rose Co.} Los Angeles, CaL For Sale at a Bargain Greenhouses, 25,000 square feet of glass, all in good condition and paying well; within 20 miles of Chicago. Owner is going ■ to retire from business. Address F S, care American Florist. FAB C Jll C Si'siii^s^ including two new run ORLC greenhouses, 50x^5 feet, well ■■^^^^^^^B stocked with all kinds of plants. Houses are built in the latest and most improved Btyles. Store fixtures including an elegant soda fountain and all pertaining to it. Stock of paims and confectionery, chairs and tables for ice cream parlor. Right in the heart of the business portion of city. Established 5 years. Am the only one in the business here — population 40,000. Reasons for selling, I want to go west to friends. Write for particulars. L. O'Sullivan, West Superior, Wis. SHIPPINO LIBELS £°! "Cnt Flowers Printed In two colors on gummed paper; yont card, etc.. In black and leaf adopted by the S. ^. F. in red. Very attractive. Price per 500,12.85; per IOOOl HSa Send for samples ncomo or nos uat, postpaid. si.3s. American Florist Co., CHICAOe. WANTED 582 The American Florist. May lo. PRICE LIST. mm/WV V^ BEAUTIES. Pardoz. mA/ ■ ■ ■ ■ Lonsstems $3.F0 to $3 00 ^M^l II IB Medium stems 1 50 to 2.00 W W ■ U_^ ■,^V Short stems 75 to 1.00 •" ■" ^ ^^^ ^m^ Per 100 Br'des $3.r0 S^0(1 ^tm^ -^ ^ -^ -^ ^ -^^ W Maids 3.0} 5 00 ^ ^ l^il I I JA ^k/ Meteors 3.00 5.01 ^^^ iVrl I I #m ^K Gates 4.''0 6.03 ^^^ I ▼ I ■ I ^^ Xm Caroations 1.00 1.50 ^^^0^ M. ^ WL M. W^m^ r^^ M ^^ large and fancies 150 2.^0 Lilium Harrisii 10,01 12.50 iToTe'ts^!". .:: '' \Z In Limited Quantities. Valley. sele(rt 4.0) Asparagus Plumosus.perstg. .50 .75 BO-DOUnd case. $8 OO. Asparigus Sprengeri 4.00 ^ Ferns, per WO, $2 5 1 85 40-pOund CBSO, $7.00, Galax per 1C03, $1.25 .la ^ . -i- » Leucothoe sprays 1 0 1 30 DOund CBSB, $6 00. Adiantum 100 ^ l"c^su?oe^chang;wi«><^tno^^ O""*" Promptly Filled. J. B.Deamud^.. CHICAGO?.' I E. H. Hunt, COMMISSIONS CARRIEO OUT in LONDON I or any part of Great Britain. Messrs. WILLS & SEGAR will attend to any commission from American florists for the supply of Cut Flowers, Binhday Flowers, Bouquets, High Class Floral Designs, etc., to their clients who may be traveling inEngland. Ulil I P 0. CCPAD Court Florists to HIa nlLLo 06 OLUAnt majesty, The Kins. ROYAL EXOTIC Nursery. TELEGRA3IS, Onslow CrBscent, South Kensington, Floscclo, London. LONDON, ENGLAND. FERNS! FERNS! Hardy Cut Ferns. Fanov. 81.10 per 1000; Dagger, $1.00 per lOiiO. Sphagnum Moss, 50c per bbl. Fine quality Fern Bulbs for planting. Bouquet Gieen Roping; also Laurel Rop- ing, $1.5j per 100 yds. North- ern Pine Trees for planting. All orders by mail or dis- patcii promptly attended to. Cash ^v!th all orders. THOMAS COLLINS. Hinsdale, Mass. Frank M. Ellis, WHOLESALE fLORIST, 1316 Pine Street, ST. LOUIS, MO. CONSIGNTHENTS SOLICITED. H.G.BERNING Wholesale riorist <322 Pine St., ST. LOUIS, MO. AMERICAN ELORIST ADS ALWAYS DO BISINESS Week days and every day, Sundays and holidays, ALL OVER THE COUNTRY^ AT HOME AND ABROAD. Wbol^ale flower/\arK?fe MiLWAirBJSB, May 8. Ecses, Beauty, long,per doz. 2.00® 3.00 " med. " 1 00® 1.60 " " abort " .50® .75 Liberty 6.00@10.00 " Bride, Bridesmaid 4.00® 6 00 " Meteor , 4.00® 6.00 " Golden Gate '. 4 00® 6.00 Perle ,.„ 4.00® 6.00 Oainationi, ordinary 1 01 " fancy 2 00 Callas 8.00 Harrisii 10 CO Lily of the valley 4 .00 Daffodils 3.00® 4 00 Tulips 2.00® 3.00 Adiantum 75(a> 1.00 Smilai 18.00(820 00 Aapar&gua 65.00 Common ferns .S5 PiTTSBnno, May 8. Boaea, Beauty, specials SO.OCSSi.OO " " extras 10.C0®1=).00 " " No. 1 4.00® 6.00 " " No. 2 2 00 " Bride, Bridesmaid 1 00® 8 00 " Meteor 1.00® 4 00 Carnations 1 0 @ 3.00 Lily of the valley 2.00® 3.00 Harrisii lilies 8 00® 12 00 Pansies •••• .50® .75 Daisies BO® 1.01 Pansies 5)0 .75 Sweet Peas ZC@ .60 Bmilai 12 F0®15 00 Adiantum 75® 1.00 AaparaKua 35.00040.00 CiNoimiATi, May 8. Rosea, Beauty 10 00® 30. 00 " Bride 2 00^ 4.00 " Bridesmaid 2.00® 4 00 " Meteor 2.90® 6.00 " Perle 2.00® 4 00 LiberLy 1.00® 600 Carnations 1.00® 3.00 Lily of the valley 3.00® 4.00 Swpet Peas 5"® 76 I.ongillorum lilies 4.00® S.OO Asparagus 50.00 Smllai IB. CO Adiantum cuneatum 1.00 Common ferns .20 St. Louis, May 8. Rosea, Beauty, short stem 5.00®12.B0 " longstems I5.00®25.00 " Bride, Bridesmaid 3.00® 6.00 Meteor 3 OO® B.OO " Golden Gate 3.00® 6.00 Carnations, ordinary 1.00 " choice 1.60® 2.00 Sweet peas 25® .73 Harrisii 5 00® 8.00 Callas 6 03®10.00 Lily of the valley 3 00® 4.00 Bmilax 16.00 Asparagus Sprengerl 1.00® 1.60 pTumosus 1.00® l.BO Please mention the American Florist every time you write to an adYcrtiser. WHOLESALE. Cut flowers THE "OLD RELIABLE." 76 Wabash Ave., CHICAGO. The Cincinnati Gut Flower Co., ------i. WHOLESALE FLORISTS. ConsigDments Solicited. Special Attention Given to Shipping Order*. Cut Flower Exchange, WM. DIIiOBR, Manager, WHOLESALE COMMISSION. Pull line of Florists' Supplies and Decorations. Special attention to shipping orders. 26 Miami Avenue. DETROIT, MICH. R ICE BROTHERS WHOLESALE FLORISTS and FLORAL SUPPLIES. Receivers and Shippers of Fresh Cut flowers. Special attention to shipping orders. A com- plete line of Florists' needs. Send for price list. Prompt returns on all consignments. 128 N. Sixth St. MINNEAPOLIS, MINN. t^ease mention thf^ A nt^yican FlcrrtSt Ujner,. Tt/ttitrtf C. A. KUEHN. Wholesale Florist, 1122 PINE STREET. ^ ST. LOUIS, HO. |V~A IJ^^\r^X^AJS^Ty, OHIO. WEILAHD AND RISCH CHICAQO'S RELIABLE Wholeiale Grower> and Shippers ol CUT FLOWERS. 59 Wabash Ave., Chicago. BSKD rOB WEKKLT PBICIS LIST. WHOLESALE FLORISTS Benthey&Co. F. F. BENTHEY, Manager, WholesaleGommissionFlorists 31-35 Randolph St.. CHICAGO. t^nConslgnments solioited Bassett& Washburn 76 & 78 Wabash Ave., CHICAGO. **"""" rrrst, Cut Flowers GREENHOUSES: HINSDALE, ILL. Fteise mention th^ Am^y~fr/in fHr-t-f^t tiih^n iitrittnw Poehlmann Bros. Co. Wholesale Growers ot .» Cut Flowers Wbol^jale flower/\arKjfe Roiei, Beauty, CmoAeo, May 9. 30 to 36-inch itemi 24 " WIETOR BROS. Wholesale Growers otCut Flowers 4.11 telegraph and telephone orders given prompt attention. 51 Wabasb Avenue, CHICAGO. FRANK GARLAND, .f Cut Flowers Wholesale Qrower 20 " " 15 " 12 " " 6to8 " "per 100 4 Bride, Bridesmaid 3 " Meteor 3 " Perle 3 " QoldenGate 3 Carnations 1 Pitonias per doz. .50© .75 Lily of the vaUey 3 Harrisii 10. Callas, per doz 1.00@1.25 S\veet Peaa 1 Adiantum Common ferns per 1,000 t2 50 Galax leaves, per 1000 $1 . 00 Smilax per dozen 1.50@ 2.00 3.0O 2.00 1.50 1.00 .75 00® 5.00 .00@ 6.00 .00@ 6.00 00@ 6.00 .00@ 6.00 .00@ 2.50 .00® 4.00 00@12.50 .CO® 1 50 1.00 .25 .15 sad Dealers I A.11 telegraph and telephone orders _ given prompt attention, 35-37 Gbbbnhouses; Randolph Street, Morton Grove, IlL CHICAQO, ILL. When writing to any of the adver- tisers on this page please mention the American Florist There Are Buyers For all kinds of good stock advertised in THE AMERICAN FLORIST ohoioe; LILY of the VALLEY in large quantities, the finest tliat is grown, $4 and $5 per JOO. JOHN WOLF, SAVANNAH, QA. Piease mention the American Florist when writing. SPECIAL ATTENTION "I3^"I3^ 1^ IW" jB GIVEN TO HARDY CUT -"^ .Ma^.«:^J.^t- 1^ S5>57 WABASH AVENUE, Telephone Central 3284. OXIIOA.OO. BEO. REINBERe, •*s:s.i Cut Flowers Choice American Beauties. We will take care of your orders at reasonable prices. Prompt atfention. 51 Wabash Ava., CHICAfiO, ILL. PETER REINBERG, Grower and Wholesaler of Cot Flowers. eOO.OOO PHET OP QLASa. Headquarters for Amerloan Beauty. 51 Wabash Ave., ■ CHICABO, ILL. JOHN MUNO, Wholesale Grower p II* C|A|l|nrO and Shipper of II U I rlUlluiu Boom 221, 51 Wabash Ave., CHICAGO. Telephone Central 3598. All telegraph sb4 telephone orders given prompt attention. A. L Randall, WHOLESALE nOBIST. 4 Washington Street, CHICAGO. Send for weekly price list and special quotations on 1000 lots. /IIIICJI Itail Week days and everyday riOriStS Sundays and holidays, ^ .^ Arte AU over the country, V "V l\MO At home and abroad. 584 The American Florist. May /o. SAMUEL S. PENNOCK, Wholesale Florist, 1612-18 LUDLOW ST., PHILADELPHIA, PA. Liberties. GEO. A. SUTHERLAND, 34 Hawley St., BOSTON. Telephone 1270 Main. BEST BOSTON FLOWERS. AU Supplies. An entire floor Devoted to Stock and Manu- facturing. Distributing Agent for United States for the wonderful ^fA LETTER, unequalled for design 7 / work. Script, any color, 3V4c a letter. Block letters, IV^ each. The most elaborate design work to order in a few minutes. Gekeral Aoknts: H. BAYERSDORFER & CO., Philadelphia. REED & KELLER. New York City. SPECIALTIES THIS WEEK: Special American Beauty, Lily of the Valley, Violets. CITY HALL GUT FLOWER MARKET WELCH BROS.. Props. 9 CHAPMAN PLACE. BOStOH, MaSS. 15 PROVINCE STREET. * magwi The best market for Growers who can ship good Cut Flower stock. J. K. ALLEN, 106 West 28th Street, urm UHDI/ PITV Telephone 167 Madison Sq. HtlY TUnKbllli OPEN AT B A. M. DAILY. N. F. MCCARTHY & GO. 84 Hawley St., BOSTON, ARE RECEIVING ELEGANT ROSES- ALL VARIETIES. DON'T YOU WANT SOME? Tel. 734 and 64 Main. Geo. M. Moss, WHOLESALE FLORIST, 32 South 17th Street, PHILADELPHIA, PA. Long Distance "Phone 1-41-26 D. Consignments of Roses, Carnations, Violets solicited. N. Y. GUT FLOWER EXCHANGE Coogan BIdg, 6th Ave. and W. 26th St.. Newyorl<. Open for Cnt Flower Sales at 6 o'clock Every Momljig: DESIRABLE WALL SPACE TO RENT FOR ADVERTISING. JOHN DONALDSON, Secretary. Wbol^ale power/arl^fe BoBTOK, Mav. 7. Roses, Beauty, extra 20.00@30.00 medium 6.00@15.00 " " ouUs 3.00® 4.00 " Bride, Bridesmaid, Meteor. 1.00® 4.00 " extra 5.00®10.00 Sweet Peas 1 00 Oarnatlons l.CO® 2.00 fancy 2.50® 3 00 Lily of the valley , 2.00® 3.00 Violets 80® .60 Lilies 6.60® 8.00 Narcissus '. 5C@ l.SO Tulips 50® l.BO Callas , 6.U0® 8.00 Adiantum 1 .00 Asparagus 50.00 smilax 12.00®16.00 FHII.ABSLPHIA, May 7. Roses, Tea 8.00® 8.00 " extra 8.00®10.00 " Beauty, extra 20.00@25.00 " " firsts 10.00@16.00 Queen of Edgely, extra 40.00 " '■ " firsts.... 25.00 Carnations 1.00® 3.00 Lily of the valley 4.00® 5.00 Asparagus 2B.0O@6O.O0 Smilax 15.00@20.00 BnTFALO, May 8. Roses, Beauty 7.00@35.00 " Bride, Bridesmaid, Meteor 6.00@13.50 Carnations 1.50® 5.00 Violets .-. 50@ 1.00 Lily of the valley 3.00® 4.00 Smilax 15.00®20.00 Adiantum 1.00® l.BO Give Us a Trial. We Can Please You. Roses, Carnations and all kinds of Seasonable Flowers in stock. Wholesale Com- mission Florist, dSI Washington St., Buffalo, N. Y. Dealer in Florists' Supplies and Wire Designs. Open Dar and Night. WM. F. KASTING, IMARKETING lor flowers is a pleasure if done at tho Headquarters of the NEW YORK GUT FLOWER GO. Here is the choicest stock of the most eminent growers, fresh every morning and in full variety. Goods selected and shipped to any part of the country. Always room for growers looking for an outlet for good cut llower stock. DAILY REPORTS. WEEKLY PAYMENTS. SALESPOOMS ; 55 & B7 West 26th St., iAUMGLADIOLUS Dnhlius, .'^how ami Di-corutive, roots, *•» anJ »iO per 10 0. No. 2 Gladiolus, mixture of pink and about 85 to 40 per cent white, nt $1 00 per 1000, CASH WITH ORDI'.lv. ROWEHL&GRANZ, HIcksvHie. L. I., N.Y. Always mention the American Flo- rist when writing to advertisers. Gla(liolus"l900" TWrOVTT I'V ^^""v showy XII \/ V .CjXi X X . for nut Ilower W' irk iukI llrrij'la' w iudow decoratl( ns. Sjiii^fs I.I iiH-lii"' lonn. very strong; grower. ruh r>il It. lor. three while spots on lower pi'tiil. i.joiid sutistance lasting well after cutliiivr. Successive plaritinBs of this wouhl snc.iirf tine winthiw show the whole atasori. I'l-r ftiO, $3.76. GLADIOLUS Mixtures L^oJ^tnt. Vaughan's Seed Store, IZ ew York, icago. igo2. The American Florist. 587 Hardy Perennial Plants We are carrying an Immense Stock of these popular plants. Varieties marked with a ^ are suitable to cut. Doz. 100 Achillea Filipendulina, 3 in. pots $.75 16.00 AchilUa Millefolium Roseum,3-in. pots .60 4,00 •Achillea The Pearl, 3 in. pots 60 4.00 Achillea Tfmentoaa, 3 in. pots 1,00 8,00 Aconitum Barbatum, strong plants 1.S5 10,00 AcoDitum Fisberi, strong plants 1.50 12 00 Acouitum Xape lus, strong plants .1.25 lO.OO ♦Anemone Japonica Alba, 2^- in. pots.. .75 5.0O ♦Anemone Japonica Rubra, 2^-in. pots ,75 5.00 ♦Anemone Lady ArdilauD,2J^-in, pots.. .75 5.00 *-Vnemone Whirlwind, 2M-in. pots 75 5.00 ♦Anemone Queen Charlotte, 2^.i-in. pots .75 6.00 Anemone Pcnnsylvanica, 2M-in. pots, .75 6 00 Anemone Sylvesiris, 3-in, pots 75 6.00 Ajuga Reptans Rubra, 3-iDch pots 75 6 00 Ajuga (ieneversis, 3-in. pots 75 6,00 Alstromeria Chiliensis, 3-in, pots l,ro 8,00 .\msonia Tabernsmontana, stc'g plants .75 6.00 j&ncbusa Italica, strong plants 75 6 00 ♦Anthcmis Tinctoria, 3-in. pots 60 4.00 *a.nthemisTinctoria,Kelwayi, 3-in, pots .60 4,00 ♦.\nthcmis Tinctoria, Pallida, 3-in, pots .60 4.00 ♦Asters, 12 choice hardy vars. , 3 in. pits 1,00 8.00 ♦Aster Granditlorus, 2>i-in. pots 2.C0 15.00 Anthericum Liliastrum, strong plants,. ,75 5.00 A nthericum Liliago, strong plants 75 5 03 Artemisia Abrotanum, strong plants.. .75 6 00 - Artemisia Purshiana, strong plants 76 6.00 Artemisia Stelleriana, strong plants 75 6.00 ♦Asolepias Tuberosa, 2-year-old roots.. .75 6.00 Asphodelus Luleus, stro^ng divisions 75 6.00 IJocconia Cordata, strong divisions 75 6,00 ♦Boltonia Asteroides, strong divisions., ,75 6,00 ♦Holtonia Latisquama, strong divisions .75 6,00 Calimeris Iccisa, strong divisions 75 6.C0 Caltha Palustris, strong divisions 75 6.C0 Caltha Palustris fl. pi., strong divisions .75 6.00 ♦Caryopteris Mastacanthus, 3-in. pots. .75 6.00 Cassia Marylandica, strong 1-year-old.. .75 6.C0 Campanula AUiariKtolia, 3-in. pots 75 6.00 ■ Campanula Carpatica, blue and white, 3-in. pots 1,25 10.00 Campanula Celtidifolia, 3- in, pots 1.00 8.00 Campanula Grossekii, sTong divisions ,75 6.tO Campanula Rotundifclia, 3- in. pots 75 6.C0 Campanula Tracheiium, 3-in. pots 1.00 8.00 CentaureaCanariensis, 3-in, pots 1.00 8.00 Centaurea Hirlu Nigra Var., 3-in. pots .75 6.00 Cenlaurea GlastiJolift. 3-in. nets 75 600 Centauiea Montana Rubra, 3-in. pots.. .75 6.00 Centaurea Montana Lady Hastings 3-in. pots 1.00 8.00 ♦Chrysanthemums, Hardy Pompon, 2X-in. pots 50 3.C0 ♦Chrysanthemum Maximum Piliformis, r" 3-in, pots 75 6,00 ♦Chrysanthemum Maximum Triumph, 3-in. pots 75 6.00 Cimicituga Racemosa, strong plants. ..l.OO 8.00 Chrysogonum Virginianum.ttr'g plants .75 6.00 Clemalis Davidiana, 1-year clumps 75 6.00 ♦Clematis Recta, 2-year-old plants 1.60 13.00 ♦Coreopsis Lanceolata GrandiBora, strong clumps 75 6.00 Coreopsis Lanceolata Grandiflora, strong 3-in. tots 60 4.00 Diclamnus Fraxinella, strong plants. ..1.00 8 00 Dictamnus Fraxinella Alba, str'g plants 1,25 10.00 Uielyira Spectabilis, strong clumps 75 6.C0 Digitalis Ambigua. strong plants 75 6.00 Digilalis Gloxinirellcra, strong plants ,75 6.00 ♦Doronicum' aucasicum, 3-in, pots....! 25 10,00 ♦Doronicum Excelsum, 3-in. pots 1.25 lO.CO Dracocephalum Euyschianum, strong divisions ; j.oo 8.00 Echinops Ruthenicus, 4-in, pots 75 6,00 Epimedium Lilaoea, strong plants 2.0O 15!co Kpimedium Maoranthum, strong pl.-ints 2.00 15.00 Epimedium Kiveum, strong plants 2.00 15.00 Doz. 100 Epimedium Sulphureum, strong plants $3 00 $15.00 Erigeron Glaucus, strong divisions 1.00 8.00 Erigeroii Speciosus, strong divisions. .. .75 6.00 EryngiumAmcthystinum, strong plantsS. 00 16.00 Eryngium Planum, strong plantp 1.00 8.00 ♦Euphorbia Corollata, strong roots 60 4.00 ♦Feverfew Little Gem, 2!^- in, pots 60 4.f0 Funbia Ccerulea 60 4.00 Funkia Subcordata Alt a I.IO 8.00 Funkia Undulata Media PIcta 1.35 10.00 Funkia Thomas Hogg 1.00 8.00 ♦Gaillardia Grandl Dora, 3-in. pots "5 6.00 Gaillatdia Grandillora, 4-in. pots l.OO 8.00 Geranium Sanguineum, strong divisions 1.00 8.00 Geranium Sanguineum Album, strong divisions 1.00 8.C0 Geum Atrosanguineum, H. pi., 3-in. pots .'5 6.00 GeumCoccineum, 3-in, pots 75 6,00 Geum Coccinenm, fl, pi,, 3-in, pots 75 6.0O Geum Heldreichi, 3-in, pots 75 6,(0 ♦Qypsophila Paniculata, strong 1-year ,75 6,C0 Gypsophila Paniculata Compacta, strong one- year i, 75 6,00 ♦Helenium Autumnale Superba, strong divisions l.CO 8.(0 Helenium Grandicephalum Striatum 3-in, pots 75 6.00 ♦Helenium Hcopesi, strong divisions. . .1.00 8.00 ♦Helenium Pumilum, 3-in. pots l.OO 8 01 ♦Helianthus Multiflorua, fl. pi., iH-'m. .75 6.t0 ♦Helianthus Multillorus Maximus, 2M- in. pots 75 6.0D ♦Helianthus Miss Hellish, strong divisions 75 6.00 ♦Helianthus Mollis, strong divisions. .. .75 6.00 ♦Helianthus Orgyalis, strong divisions .75 6 01 ♦Helianthus Rigidus, strong divisions.. .75 6.00 ♦Helianthus Tomentosum, strong divis- ions 1.25 10 00 ♦Heliops's Pitcherianus.btrongdivisions .75 6.00 ♦Heliopsis Scaber Major strong divisions .75 6.0J Hemerocallis Dumortierii, strong plants .75 6.00 Hemerocallis Fulva, strong plants 60 4.00 Hemerocallis Flava, strong plants 60 4.0U Hemerocallis Kwanso flora plena, strong plants 60 4.00 Hemerocallis MiddendorBi, strong plantsl,25 10.00 Hemerocallis Thuubergi, strong plants ,75 6,i0 Hibiscus Militaris, strong l-jear-old. . . .75 6.0J H'biscus Moscheutos, strong 1-year-old .75 5.00 Hibiscus Moscheutos Roseus, strong one- year-old 75 5.C0 Hibiscus Moscheutos Crimson Eye, strong one-year old 75 5 00 Heuchera Sanguinea, 3-in. pots 1.01) 8.00 ♦Ins Kcempferi, 25 choice named vars.. .1.50 10.00 Iiis Kffimpferi, cboicest mixed vars 1.00 8.00 Iris Germanica, 13 choice named vars. .75 6.00 Iris Germanica, choice mixed varieties .50 4.00 ♦Iberia Sempervirens. strong divisions .73 6 00 Inula Brittanica. 3-inch pots 75 6.00 Inula Ensifolia, 3-in. pots 1,00 8.O0 Liatris Graminitolia, strong plants, 1.00 8. CO Liatris Scariosa, strong plants 75 6.C0 Liatris Spicata, strong plants 75 6.C0 Linum Perenne, one-year-old plants. .. .75 6.00 ♦Lobelia Queen Victoria, 3-in. pots l.fO 8.00 Lychnis Chalcedonica fl. p'.,3-m, pots 2.00 15.0J ♦Lychnis Vespertina Alba, strong clumps 1.35 10.09 ♦ Lychnis ViscariaSplendens, 2!4-in 75 6.00 ♦Lysimachia Clethroides, strong plants .75 6.00 Lythrum Roseum Superbum, strong plants 75 6.00 Monarda Didyma, 3-in. pots 75 6.C0 Monarda Didyraa Purpurea, 3-in. pots ,75 6.0O Monarda Didyma Rosea, 3-in, pots 75 6,00 Monarda Didyma Splendens, 3-in, pots .75 6.C0 Monarda Fistulosa Alba, 3-in, pots 75 6,C0 Doz, 100 ♦MyosotisPa:ustri3Semp6rflorens, 3 in, r- pots J.60 $1.C0 ♦MyosotisRobustusGrandiflorus.clumps.eo 410 CEnotheia Pilgrimi, 3-in. pots 75 6.00 Pardanthus Sinensis, strong divisions.. .75 e.OO PapaverOrientale. strong 3-in. p ts 75 6.00 ♦PKoniaa, Double Herbaceous, 10 choice varieties l.EO 12,C0 ♦Pieonias, Single Herbaceous, 12 choice varieties 2.25 18.00 ♦Pentstemon Barbatus Torreyii, strong clumps l.CO 8.C0 Pentstemon Ccerulea, strong divisions. .l.OJ 8.00 Pentslemon Digitalis, 3in. pots 75 6.00 Pentstemon Diffusus, strong divisions. .1.00 8.00 ♦Pentslemon Ovatua, strong divisions.. .75 6.0J ♦Perennial Phloxes, 50 choice varieties, 3-in, pots 75 6.00 ♦Hardy pinks, 5 choice vars., 4-in. jots .75 6.00 ♦Platycodon Grandiflorum, slrong.roots .75 6 OO ♦Physoslegia Virginica, 3-in. pots.. 75 6.03 ♦Physostegia Virginica Alba, 3-in. pots .75 6.0O Plumbago Larpeniffi, strong divisions.. 1.25 10.00 Plumbago LarpenlK, 2}i-in. pots .60 4.00 Polemonium Creruleum, 3-inoh pots 1.00 8.00 Polemonium Craruleum Alba, 3-in. pots 1.00 8.00 Polemonium Richardaoni, 3-in. pols 1,50 Potentilla Formosa, strong divisiooa,,, .75 6.0O Potentilla Hopwoodiana, strong divis- ions 75 603 Ponttntilla Plcenii, strong divisions... .75 600 ♦Pyreti rum Hybridum Mixed Seedlings, clumps 1.00 8.00 ♦PyrethiumDliginoEuni,strongdivi8iona.75 6.00 ♦Primula Veris Superba, strongplants.. 1.25 10.0) Ranunculus Acris fl. pi., strong plants.. .7o 6.00 ♦Rudbeckia Golden Glow, 4-in. pets 75 6 00 ♦Rudbeckia Newmani, slrong divisions .75 6.00 ♦Rudbeckia Purpurea, 3-in. pots 1.00 8.0 J ♦Rudbeckia Subtomentosa, strong divisions 75 5.00 ♦Rudbeckia Triloba, 3-in. pots 75 6.00 Salvia Azurea Grandiflora, strong plants 1.00 8 Oi) Santoliualccana, 2H-in, pola 10 4.00 Santolina Chamiucyf arissus, 2M-in. pots 50 4.00 ♦Scabiosa Caucaaica, strong planta I.iO 8.00 ♦ScabiosaCaucasica Alba, strong plants 1,25 10.(0 Saxifraga Ciassitolia, strong planta 1,60 12.00 ♦Sedum Spectabilis, 3^-in. pols 75 6.C0 ♦Statice Incana. strong plants 75 6.(0 ♦Statice Gmelini, strongplants 1.35 10.00 ♦.Statice Latifclia, strong plants l.OD 8.00 ♦Statice Tartarioa, strong plants 75 6.00 Teuorium Canadense, strong plants I.IO 8.C0 ♦rhalictrum Aquilegifolium, strong plants 1.33 10.00 ♦Thaiictrum Aquilegifolium Atropur- pureum, strong plants 1.25 10.00 Thaiictrum Adiantifolia, strong plants l.,50 12 00 Thaiictrum Anemanoides, strong plants 1,25 10 CO Thaiictrum Glaucum, strong plants 1,S5 1000 Thermopsis Caroliniana, l-year-old,...l,00 8 00 Tradescantia Virginica, strong 63 4,00 Tradescantia Virginica Alba, strong.. .63 4.00 Tricvrtis Hirta, 3-in. pots 1.00 8.0J ♦Trollius Europajus, divisions 75 6.0D ♦Tritoma Pfltzeri, strong divisions 1,0J 8.00 Veronica Candida, strong divisions 75 6.00 Veronica Longifolia Subsessilia, 2Ji- in. pots 75 6.00 Veronica Incana, strong divisions l.OO 8.03 Veronica Rosea, 3-in, pots l.CO 8.00 Veronica Spicata, strong divisions 1.00 8.00 Veronica Spicata Variegata, strong divisions 1.00 8.03 Viuca Minor, strong clumps 75 6.00 Por a full list of HARDY PERENNIALS with Illustrations and descriptions, see our current catalogues. HENRY A. DREER, 714 Chestnut St., PHILADELPHIA, PA. 588 The American Florist. May 10, The Nursery T^aDE. AM. ASSOCIATION OP NURSERYMEN. R. C. Berckmans, Pres.; R. J. CoE, Vice-Pres. Ge)bse C. SEAeEE. Rochester, N. Y., Seo'y. Cwenty-seventh annual convention, Milwaukee, Wis., June 11-13,1902. This has been the best season on record for the sale of ornamental nursery stock. Stocks of cherry trees have seldom been so completely exhausted as at pres- ent, according to western nurserymen. Thb U. S. Agricultural Department is encouraging the planting of Catalpa speciosa in the west, largely because of its rapid growth. The Boston park department is using Bo wker'sDisparine largely in its spraying work in combatting insect enemies, par- ticularly the elm leaf beetle. L. A, Goodman, secretary, in the May 1 crop report of the Missouri State Hor- ticultural Society, estimates applei as promising sixty per cent of a crop. The summer meeting of the society will be held at Edon, June 10-12. P. S. Peterson, of Chicago, has con- veyed to his son, William A. Peterson, for a nominal consideration sixty acres of land at the southeast corner of Bryn Mawr avenue and North Fortieth ave- nue, contiguous to Rose Hill Nurseries. The revenue stamps affixed to the instru- ment indicate a value of $122,500. The city of Cambridge, Mass., spent on its park system during the year 1901, $136,270 29. The report of the commis- sion recently issued emphasizes the tact that Cambridge has, as yet, no ready access to any portion of thestatereserva- tions or neighboring Boston park system, although Cambridge has spent more money on public reservations than any other city in the district, excepting Boston. Boston. COT FLOWHR INDUS TRY LANGUISHES — ALL STOCK HARD TO MjVB.— CARNATIONS THE ONLY ITEM IN ANY SORT OF A DEMAND — ODTDOOR WORK VERY HEAVY. — AUCTION SALES NOT BRISK. — NOTES OF PERSONAL AND OTHER DOI.NGS. The cut flower bu-iness seems to have been brought up with a short turn since the first of May. Whatever may be the reason, certain it is that the atmosphere has sufiFered a big drop in the vicinity of the markets and wholesale houses and if it were not that we yet have Decoration day and the weddings and commence- ments of June still on the list it might easily be believed that the end of the sea- son had come. A certain wholesaler on being asked a question as to the itate of the market this week replied vigorously thus: "I'll tell you just how it is: The Beauty can't walk; the Queen of Edgely hasasore foot;the other roses havegotit in the neck; violets are a dead issue; smi- lax, which went at a 2: 10 gait two weeks ago, can't trot a mile an hour to-day and the only thing in the field that is holding its own is the carnation, so what are you going to do about it?" Roses in several varieties are beginning to come in now from the cold houses. They are sturdy and make the stock that has been steaming over the pipes all winter look very careworn indeed. The plant trade continues to monopolize the attention of the suburban brethren and is very brisk in all departments. At the auction sales, however, there is considerable difficulty experienced in placing the heavy consign- ments of Holland tree and shrub stock that are received. The report of the treasurer of the Mas- sachusetts Horticultural Society, just received, for 1901, shows that the net surplus of the society amounts to $789,- 728 9+, of which $515,997 36 represents the valuation of the real estate estimated on a very conservative basis. Harry Green, who keeps a flowerstand at the entrance to Music Hall, ii credited with having made a sensational capture of an athletic thief who bolted with a tray of diamonds from a Tremont street jewelry store last Saturday. John Woodbury, secretary of the Met- ropolitan Park Commission, delivered an interesting lecture at the Boston pub- lic library last Monday evening on the subject of water parks. Edwin Ginn has purchased the beauti- ful estate at Winchester, known as Kange- ley for the sum of $160,000 and will have it developed into a public park. J. A. Pettigrew has gone on a visit for about ten days to Chicago. Cincinnati. STOCK PLENTIFDL BUT NOT OF HIGH QUALITY. — TRADE FAIRLY' ACTIVE. — DOINGS OF GROWERS AND OTHERS. — VARIOUS NOTES. Business, considering the very warm weather for the past week, is good and stock is plentiful, but deteriorating in quality. Roses are beginning to come smaller and the same may be said of car- nations Sweet peas are coming in more abundantly. There are plenty of longi- florum lilies around town, which, owing to funeral work, clean up pretty well every day. Mrs. H. A. Kresken and her daughter, Ada, are arranging their aflairs with the intention of taking a trip to Europe this summer. Mrs. Kresken's health is not the best and the doctor says a rest it what she needs. A call at Gas. Adrian's shows his place to be in fine shape, with an elegant stock of bedding plants. He is having plans made for a fine new dwelling, which he contemplates erecting this summer. Our genial park superintendent, B. P. Critchell, is receiving a great deal of favorable comment in the daily press these days. Be careful "B. P." or Chief Deitsch will grow green with envy. Miss Cronin, of Covington, is contem- plating a trip to Paris this snmmer. D. Springfield, Mass.— Oa May 2 F. Schuyler Mathews addressed the Ama- teur Horticultural Society on "Harmony of Color Among Flowers." It is Mr. Mathews' color chart which is the stand- ard of color for the florists of both the United States and Europe. The chart is published by the American Florist Com- pany. Providence, R. I.— S. H. Manchester, Farquhar Macrae, N D. Pierce, F. P. Hunt, Wm. Hill and J. E. C. Farnham are the exhibition committee of the Rhode Island Horticultural Society, which has just issued premium lists for the June rose and strawberry show and the chrysanthemum show November 13 and 14. The latter exhibition will include carnations, orchids and miscella- neous plants, also fruits, fresh and pre- served. , Import Freight Agents Delaware, Lackawanna & Western Railroad Co. at New York, N. Y. li^l!9Eilei.*3rY. BJOOIVOad-V., r>USF»A.TO^, F. B. VANDEGRIFT & CO,, Publishers of Vandegrift's United States Tariff. Customs Brokers and Forwarders. Foreign Express, Export and Insurance Brokers. MFU/ \l\nii Office, 66 Beaver Street niLn lUHR Tuienbone. 928 Broad. A. B. C. Code Used Cahin Address. Vanarift. CHICAGO Office, 315 Dearborn St Phonp Harrison 840. Park Architects and Dealers will find whatever they waht in the Holland Nurseries, DeBllt near Utrecht SPECIALTIES ARE : Conifers. Evergreens, Hardy Shrubs, Lilacs. Ornamental Trees, Fruit Trees in different forms. Azaleas, Rhododendron Ponticum and Hybridutn. Please send list of your wants and write for general catalogue. We will make you special offers. Write to GROENEWEGEN & ZOON, Ue Bllt, near Dtrecht, Holland. MOVED FROM UITGEEST to LISSE, HOLLAND H. ZIJP & CO. Florists and Nurserymen. B.W. DIRKEN, Oud«iibo*ch, Holland. ORNAMENTAL AND FOREST TREES A SPECIALTY. Conifers, Evergreens, Hollies, Etc. Jt J* ,)i Prices on Application. CLEMATIS ^^^^^ flowering \r;il-, I'Ot-'JI-MW )|, Ml :i^s.irl III. II..I 1 m, > l]|:|||\ of .1111' kiiiil. $2.00 per do/en; $16.00 per lOV. F. A. BALLER, BloominBton, ill. Mention the American Florist when writing to advertisers on this page. jgo2. The American Florist. 589 Roehrs' BAY TREK ^^V 11 BilrP L^^M^^^H THE LARGEST STOCK IN AMERICA of beautiful, well grown specimens, standard and pyramidal, from 3^ feet up. The most noble and eflfective decorative plants for lawn or veranda at lowest import prices. JULIUS ROEHRS, Cabbage Plants E. J. WakeBeld Cabbage Plants, Trans planted. 15.00 per 10.0. Ponderosa Tomato Plants, Grown in pots, well spread, $3 per lOD; $25 per lOOP. W. L. SMITH, turora. III. $7.50 Per Thousand CARNATIONS from soil, clean healthy stock. 2000 McGowan, 8000 Wm. Scott, 5000 Thos. Cartledge, |7.50 per 1000. JohnF. Horn&Bro.. Allentown, Pa. PANSIES The Jennings Strain. Fine co^d frame plants in bud and blooin, SI. 50 per 100; $7 50 per 50.i. Cash with order. ■. B. JENNINGS. Laek Boi Z64,S«iiUipart, Cam. Grower of the Finest Pansies. American florist Advts. 3b 'tftx^ fp^de* ROOTED CUTTINGS EsteUe, $5.00; Lawson, $4. CO; Marquis and Elm City, $2.00; Crocker and Lord, $1.00 per 100. Other varieties on application. DANA B. HEBBOX, 0I.I:AN, N. T. GERANIUM DRYDEN The finest bedder; silver medal at Buffalo last year. 16.00 per ICO. 2Vi-inch pots; $3.00 per ICO, rooted cuttings. Cash please. Henry Eiciiholz, Waynesboro, Pa. HOME-GBOWN, FINE, CLEAN STOCK; GROWN COOX.. Write lor Price List. J. B. HEISS« Ub Exotic Jifuraeries, DAYTON, OHIO. M^iple Shade col- Ipclion. A few thousand extra good 2d and 3d sizi^^s. The hest rlantins stock and the cheapest. WILBUR A. CHRISTY, KINSMAN. OhIO. Gladioli FAXON'S H^ili- PANSIES. The best mixture in cultivation, flowers very large, thick and velvety; of superb colors and markings. The perfection of form and texture. in Trade Packets at $1.00 each. M. B. FAXON, Lock Box 1528. BOSTON, MASS. Correapondence solicited. BEGONIfl GLOIRE DE LORRAINE, 2X-lncli pots, $15.00 per 100. Write for prices on large lots. Stock guaranteed absolutely free from disease. THOMAS ROLAND, Nahant. Mass. O'VCI^A.lVIBMV. CYCLAMEN PERSICUIM SPLENDENS GIGANTEUM. Finest strain in thf wcirld, in four true colors, transplanted from tl;its. strontr plants, from 5 to 6 leaves. $3.00 per IM: SiMM per 1000; from 2H-inch pots, $4.00 per 100: ,$35.W per 1000. GERANIUMS. Standard varieties, labeled, my selection, all colors, extra well grow-n stock from 3V4-inch pots, $5.00 per 100; from 2i/.-inch pots, several 1000 plants left, mixed. J2.50 per 100; $-.'0.00 per 1000. PAUL MADER. East Stroudsburg, Pa. Please mention the American Florist every time you write to an advertiser. 590 The American Florist. May lOy Our pasTiMEs. Announcements of coming contests or other •Tents of interest to our bowling, sliooting and OTOling readers are solicited and will be given place in this column. Address all correspondence for this department to Wm, J. Stewart, 79 Milk St., Boston, Mass.; Eobt. Kift, 1725 Chestnut St., Philadelphia, Pa.; or to the American Florist Co., 324 Dearborn St., Chicago, 111. At New York. The regu'ar practice games of the bowl- ing club last Monday evening resulted as follows; Player 1st ?d 3d 4th 5th Hafner 174 174 165 145 167 Siebrecht :....1S8 128 140 131 141 Lang 170 199 191 180 166 Burns 113 172 193 U5 175 Thielmann 137 164 167 153 167 Traendly 147 116 163 135 137 Smith U3 110 99 147 Elliott 96 114 150 164 Frank Traendly ofiered a handsome gold pin as a prize for the best aggregate scores in the last three games rolled, each player being given a handicap according to his known proficiency. The result, with the handicaps added, was as follows, Mr. Burns, who had a handicap of fifteen pins for the three games, winning out by only one pin: Burns 538 Thielmann 487 Lang 537 Traendly 470 Hafner 498 Siebrecht 457 Elliott 493 Smith 336 ^ Detroit. TRADE SHOWS NO UNuluAL FEATURE. — INDUSTRY NOW ABODT AT THE SUMMER LEVEL. — OUTDOOR TRADE HEAVY. — DOINGS AT BELLE ISLE. — VARIOUS MAT- TERS OF INTEREST TO THE CRAFT. No extraordinary feature is apparent in trade at the present time. An abund- ance of roses, which are good, is every- where to be seen, while carnations are still considerably off crop, but those available are of excellent quality and no reduction of price on them is yet felt. The approaching warm weather is fast diminishing the supply as well as the size of violets and very little bulbous stock is now to be had. Smilax is very scarce and has been tor some time past. Interest is daily increasing in outdoor planting and an increased demand for small shrubbery and perennial stock is very noticeable. Bedding plant trade is expected to be better this season than ever before. The new horticultural building and aquarium to cost $150,000 is being built on Belle Isle. Three houses were erected last fall each 20x100 feet and three more are to be built during the coming sum- mer each 20x125 feet. The Yarian sys- tem of heating will be adopted for the whole place Already 4-t 0,000 plants are ready to be planted throughout the park system, exclusive of 400,000 pan- sies, the most of which are being planted on Belle Isle. The club meeting Wednesday evening ■was well attended, the keenest interest being shown by all in a paper read by E. Oestreicher on "Trials and Troubles of the Florist's Employe." A lively discus- sion followed, participated in by many of those present, both employers and employes. Fred. Lempke, son of F. W. Lempke, the Moran street florist, died Sunday morning of appendicitis. The deceased was 29 years of a^e. His body was cre- mated Wednesday. The Florists' Club, of which he was a member, adopted suit- able resolutions and sent an ofrL-ring of flowers to the family. Charles Distelrath, who has been employed by difierent florists of the city for the past eight years has purchased a piece of ground near Mt. Olivet cemetery where he will soon erect greenhouses. As there are no other florists in that vicinity his prospects lor trade there leem very bright. Hugo Schroeter goes to New York this week to enter the employ of H. A. Sie- brecht & Son's retail department. J. F. S. Cleveland. GOOD WEATHER FAVORS THE CARNATIONS FRESHLY PLANTED IN THE FIELD —ALL THOUGHTS NOW CENTERED ON SPRING STOCK. — BUILDING OPERATIONS WELL UNDER WAY. Practically all the carnation planting is over and everybody feels happy, as the past week has been a favorable one for young plants, with plenty of warm rains to help them. All thoughts and energies are at present concentrated on spring stock. Easter coming as early as it did, gave the plantsmen a chance to get their stock in good condition for spring sales. Graham, Hart, Schmitt and F. Aul have exceptionally fine lots of spring stock, especially geraniums. Hart has his usual supply of his famous 5-inch plants which readily bring $2 50 per dozen at retail. He considers Mme. Barney and Edith Perkins two of the best pinks for bed- ding. Edith Perkins does best in a heavy clay loam. Barney is just the opposite, requiring a very light soil to make it do well. Building has commenced in earnest. The J. M. Gasser Company has the posts up for six houses, four 300 feet long, one 200 feet and one 150 feet. TheF. R. Wil- liams Company has started to remodel a number of its old houses. Others are waiting until after Memorial day to start in. Echo. 'Washington. PLANS OF AN ALEXANDRIA GBOWER.— NEW HOUSES. — TRADB FAIR AND STOCK PLENTIFUL. C. Ponnet & Company, of Alexandria, Va., have opened a store, the first one in Alexandria, at 529 King street, and have had a fairly good trado this spring. At the greenhouses, 2012 Duke street, they have a fine stock of young roses for planting in the houses. They will use this year about 4,000 Bride, Brides- maid, Golden Gate and Mme. Chatenay. They are making preparations to build four new houses, two 25x112 and two 10x112, having the glass already on hand. Trade is fairly good and stock plentiful, especially carnations and sweet peas. Some of the florists made quite a number of fine designs for the funeral services at the capitol for the late Hon. A. J. Cum- mings. There was quite an array of flowers. P. G. Stockbridge, Mass.— The Laurel Hill Nurseries, encouraged by the widespread demand experienced this spring, will go heavily into the best novelties in pteonias, irises, pyrethrums and other specially desirable hardy perennials and choice native shrubbery. West Chicago, III.— Otto Haupt, gardener for the Northwestern, is prac- ticing a new style of gardening along the road's right of way just outside of Chi- cago. Lawn Is being made over the embankments on both sides of the track and vines are being planted to cover the fence. I|£ Chicago •' Market. Warm weather has brought on abund- ant supplies of seasonable stock and the market is somewhat unsettled in conse- quence, but trade is good and those who cannot afiord to be disappointed are advised to send their orders to the Kennicott Bros. Co. Their resources are the greatest in the market and they never disappoint if the order reaches them enough ahead of train time to let them get the box to the depot. It is remarkable the way the shipping business in this market has grown the past few years. It is so big that all the express companies have special wagons to handle the flower shipments and hun- dreds of boxes go out each day. The Kennicott's were the pioneers in thi» trade and have always done the largest share of the shipping business. They began by seeing that every customer got satisfaction on every order; seeing in the first place that nothing went amiss and being prompt to make it right if any- thing unpreventable happened That'* the policy that built up their business and its the policy that keeps it up. Another thing is that the Kennicotts always bill stock at market rates. If the market weakens they give out of town customers the benefit, no matter what the price list may say. For that reason it hardly pays for them to issue a price list; buyers don't look for it, for they know that the stock will come billed at the same rate paid by city retailers for the same grade of goods. Spring is always one of the Kennicotts busiest seasons. The receipts of roses and carnations are tremendons then and spring flowers, too, are a big item. Through long years they have come to be regarded as PCONIA headquarters, and this is always an important flower for Decoration Day, June weddings and school closings. The paeonias have already begun coming in in small quanti- ties, and in a few days there will be plenty of them. You can order pxonias of Kennicotts right up to Fourth of July and always get prime stock. It promises to be better this year than nsual. KENNICOTT BROS. CO. Wliolesale Cotnmitiion Florists and Dsaltrs in ail Florists' Suppiitt. 42-44 Randolph St. CHICAGO. FLINT KENNICOTT. Pres. E. E. PIESER. Treas. G. H. PIESER. Secy. R. R. JAM POLIS. Ally. HON. ROBr. REDFIELU. Vice President. I go 2. The American Florist. 591 Specialties for School closings -^ : Decoration Day Baskets, Ribbons, Silk Cords, Moss Wreaths, Cycas Wreaths, Cycas Leaves and Cut Flowers OF ALL KINDS. BUY OF HEADQUARTERS. McKellar & Winterson Co. 45-47-49 Wabash Ave., CHICAGO, Now is the Time to Plant Hardy Water Lilies in order to secure best results thii season. We have the largest and most complete collection of Hardy Nymphasas- in the world. It embraces American and French Hybrids, native and foreign speciei. For prices see our Spring edi- tion of Dreer's Wholesale Price List, which is sent to the Trade only. We are pleased to answer all correspondence regarding making of ponds, best varieties, etc. lICilDV ■ nOCCD 714 CHESTNUT STREET, ncnnf Ai UnCEIf, Philadelphia, Pa. TAKE NOTICE. An immense stock and full line of the chcicest bedding p'aats now ready, and quote you the fol- lowing low prices for cash, out or pots": Ageralum. blue, $7.00 per 100. Begonia Vernon, red, and Erfordi, pink, just beautiful, $8.00 per 100. Begonias, best mixed, Santo Sonia, Pies. Carnot and others. $l.CO per dozen. Calendula, pure yellow, $6.00 per 100. Cobaei Scandens, 4-in. pots, staked up, 2 ft. hieh, J8.00 per 1(0. Fuchsia, mixed varieties, 4-in. pots, $?.C0 per IOC; o-in., $1.50 per doz. Geraniums, have 10,000 of them, such as La Pilot, double red; Mme. Thibaut, double pink: La Fav- orite, double while, and other varieties in 4-in. pots, $7.00 per 100. Heliotrope. 4-in., $7,00 per 100. Honeysuckle, sweet scented, 5 to 6-in pots, ZOo to 25c each. Nasturtiums, Empress of India and other choice colors. $«.(Xi to $7 03 per 100. Ivy Geraniums, mixed colors, 4-in. pots, $7 per 100. Periwinkle, larsre plants. 4-in. pots, $1.00 per doz. Scarlet Sage, best varieties, very fine, strong plants. $7.10 to $8.(0 per 100. Daisies, white and vellow, from 7-inch pots, full of flowers, Wi ft. high, 12.00 per doz. Dracxna Indivisa, 7-inch pots, about 3 ft. high, imporied. 7oc to $1.00 each. I have the following small plants to offer, out of 2i4 and 3-inch pots: Alyssum, Little Gem. Ivy, Kenilworth. Alteriianthera, red & yel. Lobelia, trailing. Cuphea. Phlox Drummondi. Coleus. mixed colors. Petunia, single, dwarf variegated and California, giant. Tradescantia. Torenia Fournieri. Verbenas, have lO.COO of them, mixed colors. Asters, 3 and 2!4-in. pots, $2.00 per 100; choice colors, mixed or separate. 25 plants sold at 100 rate. GODFREY ASCHMANN. (Rising Sun.) 1012 Ontaro St., PHILADELPHIA, PA. Ftease n tntion the A merica n Florist when wrUing. Imported Bulbs for Florists' Forcing Send Us Your List for Pricing. Our arrangements for high grade bulbs of Lllium Harrisii, French Romans, Paper White Grandiflora, Callas, Japan Longiflorum, London Market Valley, and picked bulbs of all Dutch Hyacinth*, Tulips, Narcissus and Spiraea are unex- celled. Bu'bs sf cured from us will be sub- ject to careful inspection and approval on arrival, and if in any w^ay unsatis- factory, will be mads good at once. By combining your order for a full line of this stock with us, you get each in season and all at ihe closest cost for high grade stock. Economy in car- load freight shipments and large importatiors supply half our profits. Write (or Prices before closing any forcing stock orders, VAUGHAN'S SEED STORE, 1 4 Barclay St., r^ew York. 84-86 Randolph St., Chicago. Please mentton the American Florist to our advertisers. 592 The American Florist. May 10, Westerly, R. I. RHUTBE PLACE ONE OF UANY INTERESTS. — CA-RNATIONS NOW THE PRINCIPAL CROP. — GOOD GROWERS IN CHARGE. — A BRANCH IN CONNECTICDT. S. J. Renter's greenhouse establishment has been considerably enlarged since 1 last visited it, some two years ago. A modern range of iome forty houses is, indeed, an interesting place to visit. What is especially noteworthy is the perfect system and order obtaining throughout, every section being under the care of a competent man. Thus G. A. Koenig, for a number of years with Nanz & Neuner, of Louisville, Ky., takes charge of the rose houses, while Jos. Renard, a skilled grower from Chester county. Pa., presides over the carnation range, the result being splendid stock and in paying quantity. While roses were always Mr. Renter's specialty and while still devoting eight large houses to their cultivation, carnations constitute the bulk of the stock grown. Twenty- five houses are given to this flower and a finer, cleaner or more vigorous stock it would be hard to find. I need not enumerate the varieties grown; suffice it to say that no back numbers are found here. Mr. Renter's own seedling, the one he purchased from J. Pond, of Fox- borough, Mass., the introducer of the well known Mrs. Fisher carnation, promises to attract a deal of attention next season, when it will be put on the market. Lillian Pond is a fine commer- cial variety, the flowers being ot a pure, glistening white, averaging three inches in size, with a fine stem, fragrant, early and continuous. Like Mrs. Fisher, one of its parents, it is a fine bloomer in the field and will yield quantities all through the summer months. The Spaulding greenhouses at New London, Conn., since they came into the possession of Mr. Renter, have been somewhat remodeled and improved. W. S. Phelps, of South Framingham, Mass., has charge of the place and things about the establishment show the result of good care. A fine and well appointed flower store at Main and State streets is one of Mr. Reuter's additional acquisi- tions. NOMIS. Lakb Geneva, Wis.— George L.Holmes lias left here for Monticello, III., where he will take charge of R. Allerton's place. Milwaukee, Wis — Herman W. Koer- Tier, 1175 Kinnickinnic avenue, has bought fifteen acres of land about two and one-halt milei west of the city and will at once begin the erection of a large range of glass for roses and carnations. He also intends growing ornamental nursery stock, hardy perennials and so forth. Orchids ! ^ Arrived in excellent condition: Cattleya SkiD- neri, Perislfrhi elatu (Holy Ghost Orchid), also Cattloyu DowiaDa and a number of ta Dendrobiums. Write for our illustrated and d'.'suriptivo catalaEue of orchids. LAGER & HURRELL, sdmmit. n. j. Orchid Orowsrs and Importer*. RHODODEDRONS.... C/iA Clumps of Khododtmdron Maxi- *>UU rnum, 6 to 8 ft. hich.at $-J5a doz. Prices nf BiTitillur clumps aud Kalmias an applicatioQ L. F. KINNEY, Kingston, R. I. Carnation Ploriana We believe this to be the best pink carnation introduced to date, was disseminated in the spring of J90I by originators, Messrs. FiUow & Banks. Price, $6.00 per JOO; $50.00 per 1000. 50 at JOO rate, 500 at lOOO rate. Less than 50, 8c each.' RAII I CnnilTC DDnO carnation and Chrysanthemum'Specialists, UAILLtUUllLt DtfUOi FLATBUSH,BROOKLYN,N.Y. MEMORIAL DAY. NEW CROP DAGGER FERNS .Vre now ready, A No. 1 quality, $1.50 per 1003. BOUQUETGREEN Princess Pine, 6c per lb. BRONZE AND GREEN GALAX, 5000 lots, 75c per 1000. LEUCOTHOE SPRAYS 75 cents per 100. LAUREL FESTOONING 4c. 5c and 6c per yard. LAUREL WREATHS, to order, any size. > Boston, May 3rd. 1902. We would respectfully inform the trade that our new crop of Dagger Ferns is now ready and they are A No. 1 quality. We carry a full assort- ment of Fjorists' Hardy Supplies as follows; Bronze and Green Galax, Hardy Cut and Fancy Ferns. Bouquet Green, Laurel Festooning, Laurel Wreaths, Buadle Laurol. etc. P. S.— Extra cho'.ce Dagger Ferns, $100 ppr 1000. Satisfaction guaranteed and quick delivery. Ord r them now and avoid disappointment and the rush. Long distance lelephom*, ^618 Main. HENRY M. ROBINSON & GO. 32-34-36 COURT SQ., BOSTON. MASS FANCY or CCDMO ^i-'SC* DAGGER rCr^lMO PER tOOO PRINCESS PINE, 5o per lb. GALAX, green or bronze, Ifm pur 1000. Laurel festooning, 4c, 5c and 6c per yd. Grpen or Sphag- num Moss. Send for prices large orders. CROWL PBRN CO. Telegraph Offloe New Salera, Mass. O. Mllilngton, Mass. GALAX It.'onze or green, 75c per 1000, in 2 OJ lots or over; single 100). $1.00. Fern, Fancy. $;.59 per 1000; Fern, Dagger, $1 50 oer lOOO. Leuoothi-O Sprays, bronze and green, assortt^d sizes, $1 per lOO. Green sheet moss, JU.BO per bbl. bag. L. J. KRESHOVER. 110-112 W. 27th Street, NEW YORK CITY. Telephone call, 507 Madison Square. HARRY A. BUNVARO, Msr. It will be to your advantage to ascertain the rates from Chicago to New York, New England and all eastern points applying over the Nickel Plate Road and its eastern connections. Three daily trains, on which there is no excess fare. One feature of service on that road is meals in dining cars, on American club plan. Pay for what you get, but in no event more than from 35c to |1.00. Folders, rates and all information cheerfully furnished by applying to John Y. Calahan, General Agent, 111 Adams St , Chicago, III. Depot, Filth Ave. and Harri- son SI. 4 Dracaena Indivisa, 4 Per 100 $10; 5-in... .$15.00 Vmcas. .=S-inch 10.00 Geraniums, mised 4-inch .$5.00; 3-ineh 3.00 Salvias 4- inch $5.00; 3-inch 3.00 Begonias, Flowering, 3-inch 3.00 Rex 6.00 Sweet Alyssum, 2H-inch 2.00 Saxifraga. 3-inch 3.00 Cannas, 4-iDch 5.00 3-inch 30O Pansies, line, in bloom 2.00 1.00 Bellis Perennis 1.00 Spotted CuUa, 5-inch 20.CO J. S. BLOOM, Riegelsvllle, Pa. Please mention the A merican Fiofisi when zt/ritinz- Per 100 Per 1000 Roses, Brides and Jlaids, 3-in $2.00 $18.00 Geraniumd, best var.. 3 and 4-in..$3.50 to $7 Mme. Salleroi, 2-in 2.i0 Dracajna Indivisa, 5-in 10.00 Heliotrope, 2-in 2.i 0 18.00 Petunia, large dbl. llowers, 2 in 2 00 18.03 Lobelia, C. P. C. and White Gem, 2-ln. 1.51 Alyssum, 2-in 1.50 Salvia Bonfire, 2-in 2.00 18.00 bmilax, from flats, 25c; by mail 30 Asters, best strains, strong transplanted .£0 CASH OR C. O. D. MCALLISTER & CO., Batavia, III. NOW COMPLETE IN FOUR VOLUMES. Cyclopedia Of American tlorticulture Comprising suggestions for cultivation of horticultural plants, descriptions of the specips of fruits, vegetables, llowers, and oruanicntal plants sold in the United Sialnaand Canada, toei'ther with geographical and biographical sketches By L H. BAILEY, Projessor of Horticulture in Cornell Univetsity, Aisided by WILHELM MILLER, Ph. D.. Associate EdIlor, and many expert Cultivators and BoUniili. IN FOUR VOLUMES, Cloth, $20. Half Morocco. $32. IllustrateJ with 3800 original engravings. (laah with order. AMERICAN f LORIST COMPANY, 324 Dearborn St., Chicago. igo2. The American Florist. 593 ROOTED CARNATION CUTTINGS. I^X^S^. You don't have to buy 200 to have 100 fit to plant out, when planting time comes. For every 100 we send, you have 101 when ready to plant. We have the finest and largest stock of NORWAY and ESTELLE in the country. Stock marked ( * ), now ready in flats. ^^"Send us a list of your wants for special prices on large lots. PerinOPerlOOO ^q^^q^ P^p^S. ♦General JIaceo $1.75 ♦Ethel Crocker 1.75 *G. H. Crane.. 2.50 ♦Genevieve Lord 2. CO ♦Marquis 2.00 ♦Mrs. G. M. Bradt 2.50 ♦Chieago 3.50 ♦Morning jlory 3.00 ♦Mrs. T. W. Lawson 5 03 ♦Q.ueen Louise 5.00 ♦Norway 4.50 Prosperity 6.00 ♦Governor Roosevelt 8.00 ♦Estelle 6.00 ♦Cressbrook 10.00 Enquirer 12 OO ♦Mrs. Potter Palmer 12.00 ♦Mrs. Higinbotham 12.00 GREENHOUSES: WESTERN SPRINGS, $15.00 15.00 23.00 15.00 17.50 20.00 30.00 25.00 40.00 45.00 40.00 50.00 50.00 50.00 75 00 100.00 lOOOO 100.00 In pans, grown the way you like them, full, bushy, compact stock, ready for your counter trade. Each Doz. 12-inch pans $4.00 $40.00 10-inoh pans 3.00 30.00 9-inch pans 2.0O 2J.0O 8-inoh pans 1.50 15,00 7-inch pans 1.00 10.00 6-inch pans 75 8.C0 5-inch pans 50 5.C0 4-inch pots 2.50 3-inoh pots 1.50 2>4-inch pots .80 100 $60.00 40.C0 20.00 10.00 5.00 ASPARAGUS PLUMOSUS NANUS. Fine bushy stock in large quantity Doz. 100 5-inch pots $4.00 $30.00 4-inoh pots 2 00 15.00 3-inoh pots 1.00 8.00 2^-inch pots 60 5.00 ARAUCARIA EXCELSA. lOOO $70.00 40.00 Started Plants of Cannas, a full line of all the leaders. "Write for prices. A Big Bargain. 5-inch pots, 18 to 20 inches high, 4 to 6 whorls, each, 75c; dozen. $9.00. FICUS ELASTICA (Rubber Plant). 7-inch pots, 36 inches high, very fine stock, $9.00 per dozen. PHCENIX CANARIENSIS. Fine bushy plants. 8-inch pots, 36 inches high, each, $2.60; dozen, $24 OO. VaUGHAN'S SEED CTr|Dp 84-88 RANDOLPH ST.. CHICAGO. '^ ■ X^I%l-5 14 BARCLAY ST., NEW YORK. Florists' Calendar FOR MAY. SEEDS TO SOW NOW. 100 1000 ASPARAGUS PLUMOSUS NANUS (true),$ .85 $7.5] SPRENGERI 25 2.00 PRIMULA SINENSIS FIMBRIATA, in purd white, rcse. crimson, blue 25 .75 PRIMULA, raised, finest strains 50 .50 CINERARIA HYBRIDA max. grand!., pkt, 500 seeds, io-y. 5 100 se-ds. $1 OU. CINERARIA HYBRIDA nana, dwarf, pkt. 500 seeds, 25o 5(IOIi seeds. $1.(0. CALCEOLARIA HYBRIDA grand!., or dwaif grand!., p t., 25c. Our Specially. BERGER'S Never Fail Pansy Mixture, made up by ounelves frcui choicest prize sons containing all colors «nd sorts. TRY IT, you will come again, iroo seeds, 25c; 5000 seeds, Sl.tO. We alFO offer all best named sorts. Snow Ring, Gold Else. Faust, Queen Victoria, Meteor, Lord BeaconsUeld a-d many others, separate, at 1000 seeds, 25c; 50'.0 seeds, $i.DJ. Bugnot, Odier, Gassier, Trimard»au. same price. Cassier's New Giants, uniivalled. 503 seeds, 20c; 101 0 seeds. 3^)0. SWEET PEA SEED, in florists' best sorts, your choice as to name, lb. 25c; 5 lbs. $1 00. Mixed Eckford's. lb. SOc. Just in. PANDANUS UTILIS Seed, 100 $1.00; 1C(10$8 50. Fern Spores, choicest mixed, pkt. 25c. CLEARANCE OF WINTER STOCK as long as it lasts. LILY BULBS, Rubrum or Album, 8 to 8-in.. $2.50 per 100: 8to9-in., $3.50 per lOO; 9 toll-in., $5 per 100; 11 to 12-in., $3 per lOO. 100 1000 $8.00 14.(10 16.00 5.00 Gladioli— Amsrioan Hybrid, 60 per cent white atid light $1.01 May, well-known florists' favorite.. 1.50 Begonias, sgl., 1 to 2-in., separate colors 1.75 dbl . 1 to 2-in.. mixed 3.00 Montbretias. finest grandiflora sorts 60 Left a few hundred choice fancy leaved Caladiums per cloz. 75c; 5.00 CYCAS REVOLUTA, Hto201os.; 100 lbs., $7.00; 50O lbs. $30.00. Iris Kaempferi. irO in finest sorts, $7.00; dozen, $1.03. Tuberose Bulbs, 3 to 4-inoh; 1000, $6.00. NEW DAHLIA 6ERMANIA GIANT. Finest silvery pink. Large flowers on long stiff stems; sold at 25 cents a dozen through season in New York Market. Certificate of merit at Madi- son Square flower show 1901. Strong field-grown clumps, each 25c; dozen, $2.50; 100, $15.00. ^~ Above stock is cheap only to CLEAR out. Bulbs are of the finest grade and quality. H. H. BERGER & CO., Established 1878. 47 Barclay St., NEW YORK CITY S. S. SKIDELSKY, 708 N. I6th Street, PHILADELPHIA, PA. CORRESPONDENCE SOLICITED. Always mention the American Flo- SiST when writing to adTertisers. Rose Plants for Sale GOOD CLEAN STOCK, WELL ESTABLISHED. Brides, Bridesmaids, Meteors and Golden Gates, 2-in. rose pots, $30 per tOOO; 3-in. rose pots, {4S per 1000; 4-in. rose pots, $60 per ICOO. ROOTED CUTTINGS.... TIMOTHY EATON, $3 per 100. CHRYSANTIIEMUM WHITE— Early. Fitzwygram, Kuno. WHITE-Mid-season. Ivory, Snow Queen, Evangeline. Mrs. H. Robinson. WHITE- Late. Mrs. Jerome Jones. The followlne varieties at SI 50 per 100; YELLOW- Early. Yellow Fitzwygram, Marion Henderson. YELLOW-Mid-season. Bonnafion, Mrs. O. P. Bassett. YELLOW-Late. Yellow Jerome Jones. PINK-Early. De Montmort, J. K. Shaw, Glory of Pacific. PINK-Mid-season. Xeno, Pink Ivory. PINK-Late. Mrs. Murdock. Greenhouses, HINSDALE, ILL. BASSETT & WASHBURN, Store, 76 Wabash Ave., CHICAGO. Mfa:>e menfon cfie ^ merican J^ottst Tvhrn zuritjne IF YOU WSNT Cannas in 3 and 4=in. pots, Caladiums in .6=in. pots. Verbenas, Pansies, Ageratum, Salvia, Heliotropes, Vincas, English Ivy, Asters. » you want riPPANII I?Vm '° ^""'S 4-inch pots— Red. While, Pink, Salmon, Rose, ^-"-••^'^'^*'-'^'*«^ Ivy and Pelareonium, Mme. Salleroi. If you want Smilax, Asp. Plumosus, Asp. Sprengeri. If vrmi Vi;-Jinf DO^P^ ^°"'"'® '°t«"sted. See our liRt in last week's number of 11 yKtU WClllL. IV V70L,0 this paper. Especially fine PERLES in 3i£2;/»-inoh. BOSTON FERNS. Don't fail to write us about them, or better yet, Order a Hundred for a Sample. 2%, 3, 4, 5, 6, 8 and lO-inch. Write GEO. A. KUHL, PEKIN, ILL. SPECIALTIES ROSES, from 3-inoh pots. . ■»-,„< CARNATIONS, for aU delivery, '" "*?»« CHRYSANTHEMUMS. Vii»-!«»#i»ci SMILAX, VIOLETS. YariCIICS Prices Low. Send for List. WOOD BROTHERS, FisbkUl, M. Y. ROSES Crimson Rambler Climbing Clothlkte Soupert. Ramblers, 3 to 4M ft., well branched.. .$10 per 100 2Hto3ft., ■■ . ■' ... 8 per 100 lHto2Hft., " .- " ... 6 per 100 Soupert, strong fleld-grown plants 15 per 100 The Conard & Jones Co, west Grove, Pa. PUau mention the American Florist when writing. 594 The American Florist. May 10, San Francisco. STOCK VERY PLENTIFUL AND PSICES GENERALLY LOW.— BUSINESS STILL FAIR. — NOTES OF VARIOUS DOINGS AMONG THE GROWERS AND RETAILERS. Continued warm weather is bringing along the spring crops and flowers are now to be had in any quantity and at any price. White carnations, especially, have dropped in price and can be bought lor from 10 cents to 20 cents per dozen. Scott and Portia are the same, but fancies continue at from 35 cents to 50 cents per dozen. Roses are also plentiful but the chances are that both these items will be scarce for Memorial day. Sweet peas have held their price at from $2 to $2.50 per dozen bunches of seventv-five flowers, and lilies have gone uo a little, to $2.50 per dozen stalks. Business con- tinues to be good. The Misses Warren had the decoration for the wedding of Miss Huntington and G. B. Perkins, more than 100 dozen stalks of lilies being used, besides thousands of carnations, roses and other flowers. Ferrari Brothers have finished their new range of eight houses and com- menced to stock them with roses and carnations. 01 the latter Estelle, Law- son and Queen Louise will be planted largely. Mr. Shanahan is around again. He has been laid up with appendicitis for about four weeks. The firm has been quite busy with luneral work for the late Mrs. Tevis. . • John Carlson, who has been conducting a jobbing garden business combined with a flower store and nurseries on Fillmore street, intends to sell out and retire. Matraia & Company were very busy this last week with funeral and wedding orders. P. Fagoni has started a flower store on Fourth street. Golden Gate. 37-39 Randolph St. MoNTRBAL, OST.— The Gardeners' and Florists' Club has removed its head- quarters from the Natural History build- ing to the Alexander rooms, 2204 St. Catherine street, where meetings will be held in future on the first and third Mon- day of each month. W. H. Horobin ii secretary. 1-Year-Old Bench Beauty Plants $50.00 FEB 1000. Have been one year on bench Perfectly Healthy stock, guaranteed to be satisfactory in every respect. Special care given to damp- ening and mossing of roots for shipment. Only a few of them left. Also the following 2'/2 inch Rose plants, fully as good as any ■we. have ever sjnt out: METEOR, $2.50 per JOO; $20.00 per JOOO. MAlDi, 3.00 per JOOs 25.00 per 1003. J. A. BUDIiONG, CHICAGO. OUT I'^I^O'WEJI* Dahlias, all Held roDts, two new kinds: EniDtror, the darkest out Dahlii In trade, and Giant, thn Bnest Cactus up to dale. The (lowers are 7 to 8 Inches in diameter, color black, on very sironK stems, each kind 11.50 per doz. 100 One out Dah- lias for $1.0), all named and the best In the trade. Cinnat, Mrae. Crozy, Black I'rincc, liurbank, Hen- derson, J2 0D per lOO. Hollyhookt, Allegheny strain, ^^..^O per lOO. Cash please. Shellroad Cr«en- houss Co., Crangs P. O., Baltimoro, Md. Plant Now |_n_Y ©f thc VaLLEY FOR JUNE WEDDINGS. Select \'alley Pips from Cold Storage, properly packed and thoroughly frozen, S13.00 per case of 1000. These were put up specially for the benefit of my out-of-town customers and can be shipped at once. Original cases of 2500, $31.25; $1.50 per 100. H. N. BRUNS, I409-I9H W. Madison St., CHICAGO. In Bud and Bloom 2 1-2-in. pots, $2.50 per 100; $20 per 1000; 3-in,, $3.50 per 100; 1000, $30. 25,000 Verbenas J. L. Dl LLON, BLOOMSBURQ, PA. Seasonable Stock. Per 100 GERANIUMS— New and scarce vars. {3 00 Standard sorts 3.00 BEGONIA REX-Best vaiieties, in 2>4-inch and 3-inch pots 5.00 PELAR80NIU1WS — Latest novelties ana standard kinds |8.00 to 12.C0 FEVERFEW (Matricaria) 2 50 PHALARIS— Arundinacea Var., for bordering canna beds 4 00 RUDBECKIA— Golden Glow— 2 in. pots 2.50 HELIANTHUS— Multiflsrus Maximus — Single, 2-inch pots 2.50 Rigldus — 2-inch pots 3.00 NEPHROLEPIS Cordifolia— 3-in. pots 4 00 ANEMONE Japoi'ica — Queen Char- lotte—2-inch pots 4 00 NATH&N SMITH & SON, ADRIAN, MICH. BAY TREES PYRAMIDS, 4 feet high tlO.CO a pair 5 feet high IJ 00 a pair 5V4feethi2h 14.00 a pair 6'/2 teethigh 2i.O0apair 7 leet high 22.00 a pair 8 feet high 25.00 a pair STANDARDS, dia. of crowo,24 inches. . 15.03 a puir '• rtia. of crowD, 2Mnohe8. . 18 00 a pair dia. of oroun, 23 inches. . 20.00 a pair dia. of crown, 3 ftet SO.OOapair '■ dia. of crown 3>4 feft Si.OOapair dia. of crown, 4 feet 50.00apair STANDARD BOXWOOD CROWNS .5 00 a pair All the above plants are in green-painted pots. Plants of perfect shape. Cash with order. If to be shipped outside New Yorlc, add 60 cents each for packing. ANTON SCHULTHEIS, Florist, p. O BOX 78. COLLEGE POrNT, L. I. ERostorL IT^ems Fine plants, $25 per 100. DRAC/ENA INDIVISA, Cinch, $0 00; "inch, $7.00 per doz ; 2 ft. up, extrafine. KENTIAS,6in.,$75and $100 per 100. 30,000 aERANIUMS,3V2 and 4 in., in bnd and bloom, $7 per 100, upwards. Nutt, Jaulin, Poitevine, Mt. Snow, La Favorite, etc., etc., and new ones— Jean Viand, Jacquerie, Thos. Meehan, etc., etc., straight kinds. VINCA VAR.. long strings, 5 and 6 inch, $2 00 to $3 00 per dozen. Hardy Hyrtle Clumps, $15 per 100. Alternanthera, 3 kinds, $15 per 1000. L. H. Foster. 45 King St , Dorchester. Mass. 'WANTED, AT ONCE, 800 Grafted BRIDES and MAIDS. Address [Calllster, Irondeqooit, N. Y. Hypericum Moserianum A good, hardy under shrub, su'table for landscape work or lor conserva- tory decoration. Almost evergreen when protected; bearing very large, yellow flowers 2 inches in diameter. Nice, strong, well-rooted plants, from 3-in. pots, $3 per 100; $25 per lOOO. LAUREL HILL NURSERIES. STOCKBRIDCE, MASS. Importers and Growers ol Choice Trees, Shrubs and Hardy Perennials. FUMIGATION METHODS By PROF. W. G. JOHNSON Formerly State Entomologist of Maryland A Practical Treatise and timely work on cheap ami ellVfilvf nifans uf clef>tioyiiig inject pfsts and other vt'iiiiiii in various plates. Tliis wi.uk is llie ouir-oMnMif practical tests made by the author, to- l^'eUuT with the experiences of others, and Is one of the most important books published this season and is nimh needed at thiatlnie. It will be of particular interest to FKUIT GROWERS AND NURSERYMEN owing to the widespread prevalence of the m>u»rluns San Jose scale. Hydrocyanic acid gas i^ the only firactlcal remedy forllie (iestruction of this pest and s heliitf used more extensively than ever l»efore by nurserymen and fruit k'rowers. The perfection of the api>aratus fur fumigating young oiThartjivuu for generating and applying: the gas. MILLERS AND GRAIN DEALERS have been Itn-klmr forward to the publication of this wiiik, as hj dl ncyanlc acid gas has bi-cn found one nf the most hin.Miiaiit materials for clearing millsand warehouses of liisi-cts. The subjerl of rarbon bi- sulphide for fumlgatinp mills and cli-yators con- taining grain In storage Is also tbi'roiit,'bi> consid- ered. To this trade the work is Indispmsable and trarisportattim c22 50 per lOCO MAID 2.50 per 100; 22.50 per lOOD METEOR 2 50 per 100; 22 50 per 1000 ORDER AT ONCE. 6RAND RAPIDS VIOLET CO. GRAND RAPIDS, MICHIGAN. ifetue mention the Anurican Florist when turiting. ROSE PLANTS! 2i4-in. pots. Per lOO Per 1000 METEOR 83.CO $35.00 PERLE 3.00 25.00 2"4-in. pots. Per 100 Per ICOO QOLDEN QATB $3.00 $25.00 LIBERTY 12.00 100.00 All the new and standard varieties, free from rust and all other diseases. Our stock is in fine shape and all cuttings are well rooted when sent out. Per 100 Per lOOO HIQINBGTHAM 112.00 SlOJ.iO MRS POTTER PALMER 12.00 100.00 PROSPERITY 4.00 3000 NORWAY 5.00 40.00' IRENE 3.00 35.00 LAW30N 300 2500 BON HOMME RICHARD 3 00 25 00 HOOSIERMAID 3.00 35.00 CRANE 1.25 10.00 THE MARQUIS 1.25 10.00 QENEVIEVB LORD 1.25 10 00 AROYLE 1.00 750 Per 100 Per 1000 PRANCES JOOST ( 1.00 $ 7.50 CERISEQUEEN 1,00 7.50 TRIUMPH 1,25 10.00 PERU l.CO 7.50 AMERICA 1.25 10 00 MRS. L. INB 1.50 12.50 MRS. BRADT 1.75 15.00 ARMAZINDY 1.25 10.00 GUARDIAN ANQEL 125 10.00 EVANSTON 1.00 7.50 BSTELLE 6.00 40.00 MORNING QLORY 3.00 17.50 All Plants and Rooted Cuttings sold under express conditions tliat if not satisfactory when received tiiey are to be returned immedi- ately, when money will be refunded. ■VVrlt^ for r>rlo©s or*. l^x>s;e qvt^rxtllrlesi. PeterReinberg,51WabashAYe.,Clucago oirmmmnmmnmmmnmTTnTimTmfmTmTmTmfmTTTTmnmmnmmnmmnmg I The Sensational Niw Rose for 1902, I MRS. OLIVER AMES. c For description, prices, etc., see Trade List. t Henry A. Trask, Editor of "North American," says in a letter dated Feb, 19th, 1902. P The box of roses arrived safely last Saturday afternoon. Please accept my thanks. To my 3 p mind they are the realization of the ideal. Yours very truly, H. A. TRiSK, Editor. 3 E $100.00 IS OFFERED IN PRIZES for Cut Flowers of this Rose at Madison Square H E Show next tall. t PURYCAyTUFUimC Some new European varieties of sterling merit, the stock of which t bnn I OHH I ntnlUnld we control for the American Market, and also all the cream of 3 C last j^ear's new European varieties, and all the New American varieties of this season's intro- 3 C duction; for those contemplating growing for the shows next fall the above will prove winners. 3 I JOHN N. MAY, Summit, N. J. \ eniiiiummuuuiiumitutititititmtuiimmuuuauuiiuintiiiuiiiiiiiimititiiitiiimiirt Look out for Our NOVELTIES For Next Season. HARLOWSRDEN, crimson. MARSHALL FIELD, variegated HER MAJESTY, white. Chicago Carnation Co., Joliet, III. JOSEPH HEACOCK, Wynoote, Pa., Grower of Palms and Am. Beauty Roses. Ivory or While Golden Gale. Guaranteed TRUE STOCK Strong plants out of 2-in. pots. $6.00 PER 100. 27.50 PER 500. 50.00 PER 1000, W. A. Hammond 107 E. Broad St., Richmond, Va. V&'OVB. DIECTORY FOR 1902 WILL BE MAILED TO TOU"^ t^" PROMPTLY UPON APPLICATION. PRICE TWO DOLLARS."^ 596 The American Florist. May lo, Toronto. TRADE LBTS UP WITH THE ADYBNT OF SPRING. — QDALITY OF STOCK DETERI- ORATING.— MARKET FULL OF GERANI- UMS.— SEEDSMEN BUST. Business has fallen oflF considerably the past week. Something in the atmosphere seems to have affected all customers at the same time and orders are scarce. Bridesmaids and Brides are hardly as good as a week ago but Meteors and Perles are decidedly better, the former being much larger and of a very rich color. Morgan and Haste are also of good quality and Beantiesare more plen- tiful than at any time since last season. The heavy run on carnations is letting up a little, but whites are still in great demand and likely to remain so for the summer. Bulbous stock is not in heavy supply but the outdoor varieties will soon be with us. Harrisii and callas are plentiful and the green goods question is easing. St. Lawrence Market is again seen in its coat of many colors, as supplied by the gardeners. The last few days of fine weather have been very favorable and sales are increasing accordingly. A record season is anticipated by those in a position to know. The seedsmen report very heavy sales. J. A. Simmers and the Steele Briggs Com- pany are both working nights, trying to catch up with orders. Simmers has ■hipped a car load of seeds to different gardeners at Prince Edward Island. Jay & Son have secured a ten years lease on their Spadina avenue store and will do considerable remodeling. H. G. D. East St. Louis, III — August Mirring is increasing his facilities by adding new glass. He is having a prosperous season. Springfield, Mass — Ex-mayor D. O. Gilmore has offered to build and present to the city a fine conservatory. The proposition was made to the park com- mission rs through Superintendent C. E. Ladd. The park commissioners are to select the site whereon it will be erected. BURBANK'S Shasta Daisy The coming cut flower and pot plant; nice to follow 'Mums. Plants each 50c; 5 for ^1 50; 10 for $2 50; 25 for $5.00. HITTING FLORAL COMPANY, LOOMIS, CAL. FLRNS. Mixed varieties, stroDg stock and I gudd assortment, in 2-inch pots I $3.5u per 100; t30 00 per 1000. RFiDn ROn^ *«»• •'O'* street, DLAKU DHU^., DETROIT, MICH. 50,000 Ganna Roots Alphonae Bouvier, Mme. Crozy, Chas. Uf^DdersoD, Marquant, Burbank, $12.50 per 10(10. $1.50 per 105. Miied, $10 00 per 1000; $1.25 per 100. MICHIGAN CUT FLOWER EXCHANGE, DETROIT, MICHIGAN. %^^^ Cannas, Roses, Palms, Etc. CANNAS. Strong, 3-in. rot plants, un- less noted at $4 CO per 100. Italia, Pres. Cleveland, Sophia Buchntr, Burbank, Alsace, Florence Vaughan, Queen Charlotte, J. D. Cdbos, Egandale. Duke of Marlborough Robert Christie. Martha Washington, at |6.00 per 100. 0A0PQ A general assortment of Ever- llUvCvi blooming varieiies, strong, 2-inch and 2i4-inch pots, $2.50 per lOU; $20 00 per 1000. PCDIIIIIIIIC S- ^' ^^^^' ^^™^- ^^'- UCnmilUllld* ney, Richelieu. La Favorite, John Doyle, Mme. Charles Molin and Beaute Poitevine, $30.00 per 1C03. Per 100 Marquis de Castellane $6.00 Set of 4 New Bruants for 60c. Set of 8 New Doubles for $1.50. In good asscrtraent. our choice of vari- eties, $27.E0 per 1000. Per 100 PRIMULA FORBESI $3.00 H ELIOTROPES 2.00 SELAGINELLA Emmeliana 2.00 FUCHSIAS, in good assortment of varie- ties. 2H-in- pots 2.50 BEGONIAS- Vernon and Vulcan 2.50 LANTANAS in variety 2 50 Areca Lutescens, 2i4-in' pots, $30.00 per It 00 4.00 Areca Lutescens, 3-in. pots 8.00 Areca Lutescens, 4-in. pots., 3 plants in a pot 20.00 Kentia Belmoreana, 2H-iD. po*8 7 00 Kentia Belmoreana, 3 in. pots 15. 00 Latania Borbonica, 2Vi-in. pots 3.00 Latania Borbonica, 3-in. pot, $40 per 1000 5 00 Pandanus Utilis, 2i4-in. pots 5.00 Pandanus Utilis, 4-in. pots 15.00 Pandanus Veitchii,4-in. pots, $6.00 perdoz. IMStorrs& Harrison Co. PAINESVILLE, OHIO. i^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^km Geraniums, Petunias, Asters. PCDAMIIIM^ ^'® ^^® ^^^'^ offering the follo^^ing Superb varieties, extra strong rooted cuttings, uCnAlilUllId which will ni.ike saTable ;^l4-in. stock m short noi ice, labeled a ud true to name, $1 50 psr 100; $14.00 per 1000; S. A. Nutt (best crimson bedder), E. G. Hill F. Perkins, Beaute Poitevine, Mrae. Bruant. Dutchess of Orleans, Thos. Meehan, Alphonse Riccard, L. P. Morton, Athlete, J. J. Harrison, E. Kelway. Mme. JauUn. nnilDI C CDIUnCn DCTIIIIIA9 TennoTelties, mostly li^^ht colors, labeled. Sne plants in bud UUUDLl rniHUCU rCIUniHO and bloom, from 2H-in. pots, $2 00 per 100; $18.00 pi-r lOOO. Sume varieties from 2Ji-in. pots, J1.75 per 100; Giant Comet colors whit?, pink $12.00 per lOOO. Cash with order, ilo.OO per lOOO. Rooted cutting!, $1 per 100; $8 per lOOO. 1 PTr no Giant Comet colors whit?, pink, blue or crimson. Plants from 2V4-in. pots, $1.25 per 100; AO I LnO $12.00 per lOOO. Cash with order. THE W. T. BUCKLEY PLANT CO.. SPRINGFIELD, ILL. B«issgssssggs^aasgaagsszzBHBBiKiswH«a»iMiwg EssssasssHsssisssassi GERANIIMS. „ COLEUS. Per 100 10 ftandard Varieties, 2'/2 inch ])Ots JS.OO 10 Standard Varieties, 3-inch pots 4.00 Ageratum, 2 varieties, blue 2.00 Asparagus Sprengari 2. CO Verbenas 2.00 3.00 Per lOO 13 varieties, 2- inch pots $2.00 Cannas, 8 varieties, 4 Inch pots 10.00 Cenlaurea Cymn., 2-inch pots 2.00 Vinca Variegata, 2!4-inoh pots 2.50 Asparagus Plumosus, lunc Ist 3.00 CASH OR C. O. 1). ■u Seedling Petunias I JOS.H.CUNNINGHAM^Delaware.O. v»vN \r« \ 'k N\ \ \ \i\ \ \ \ ^v \ \ NN \ \ Wittboldii Ferns.... A rare chance to get stock of this fine fern cheap. 2>^-in. |S, 3-in. $8, S-in. #20 per 100. Bench plants, good for 2%-\a. $3, 3-in. $S, 4-in. J6, 6-m. |2S a 100. Per 100 ALTERNANTHERA, pot plants, red, yellow, pink $2 00 RUSSELIA Multlflora and Elegantis- sima, 2;^-in 3 CO Per 100 BOSTON FERNS, 3-in |8 00 VINCA Major, strong 3 00 GERANIUMS, 6 vars 3 00 COLEUS, 10 vars 2 00 CA^^ Pleahk. A. J. BALDWIN, Newark, Ohio. BEDDING PLANTS. Striiiiu' lic'uUhy stoi'k, rii;lit prices; Aneratura, Alternanthera, Alyssuni, Asparuyus. .\st<'r, Can- nas, Carnations, (.'entauroa, Cnleus, Daisies, Perns, Feverfew, 12.000 Geraniums, Heliotrope, Ivy, Lobelia, Nasturtium. 30,000 Pimsies, I'elar- LTunium, Petunia, Salvia, Stevia, Stocks, Verbena, Vinca and others, (.'omc and inspect or write for ]>rices on what you w.'int. LUDWIC MOSBAEK, 8600 Anthony Ave. near South Ciicago Ave. . Chicago. GERANIUMS All the best varie- ties, extra fine plants. S. A, Nutt, Marvel, Orant, V. Perkins. Mnie. .laulin, La Favorite, Hill, etc., 4-Inch in bud or bloom, $i.00 per 100. PANSIES, extra line plants from cold frame, now in bud, $1.00 per ao; t«.00 per 1000. DOUBLE DAISIES, lafk'e Plants. 76c per 100; $VO0 per 1000. ASPAR- AGUS SPRENGERI, seedlintrs from flats ready ror pottinK, tl.OO per 100. Hill Top Craenhousas, 15-16 Cray Ave., Utioa, N. Y. tgo2. The American Florist. 597 SPECIAL TRADE LIST 5?Va"y^.."°^'" Size of pots. Per doz. 100 Asparagus Sppengeri -3 -g * ^'.OO Ageratum, dark and light blue. ...3 .60 1.00 Abutilon Savitzii :\"'^ ''*"' Bouvardias. single and double, white, pink and scarlet 2 .40 ioO liouvardia Humboldtii, jasmine llowering, sweet scented 2 -40 3. CO C.irnations, McGowan, Flora Hill, und Ethel Crocker 2H -40 3.00 Clematis, large llowering varieties, strong plants 4.00 Clematis Paniculata, strong plants 4 1.50 lO.CO Clematis Paniculata, strong plants 3 .75 5.00 ( ■oba;a Scandens 3 .60 4 00 Draciena Indivisa 6 3.00 Dracxna Seedlings from flats 1.00 Echeveria Glauca 4 l.CO 7.00 Feverfew, Little Gem 2H .40 3 03 Geraniums, best bedding varieties 3 .50 4 CO Geraniums, Mrs. Parker 2!4 .75 5 00 Geraniums, Mme Salleroi 2V4 .40 3.0!) Hydrangea, Thos. Hogg 2H .50 4 00 Lobelias'.Emperor William, Pumila splendens pure white 2K .40 SCO Lantana, Lemoine best dwarf var.2H .40 3.00 Petunia, double white 2/j .40 3 00 Umbrella Plants 3 .75 .=i 00 Salvia Splendens 2!4 -40 3 00 Salvia Splendens 3 .50 4.00 Verbenas, fine assortment 2J4 3 00 Violets, the California, La France, Princess of Wales, Sohoenbrun.. .40 3.00 Aster Plants, Queen of the Jlarket, Semple's Branching, separate colors 1.00 Chrysanthemums, best stand, var. 2V4 3.C0 Chrysanthemums, plants from soil 1.50 Chrysanthemums, rooted cuttings, from sand bed 1-00 SEND FOR LIST OP VABIKTIES. C. EISELE.IIth and Jefterson Sts., Philadelphia, Pa. Special FOR ONE WEEK ONLY. CARNATIONS. Eslelle, Roosevelt, Prosperity and Queen Louise, good strong cuttings at $3 50 per lOO. GERANIUMS. A complete assortment of standard and new sorts, ail labeled, at $1 50 per 100 or $10.00 per 1000. Jean Viaud and M. de OastelUne at $2 60 per 100. A surplus of Buohner, the best double white, extra strong, at $1.00 per 100 or $7.50 per 1000. Above are rooted cuttings, not pot plants. HARDY PHLOX. Athos. Diplomat and Robinson, rooted cut- tings at $1.23 per 100; 2-in. pot plants at $1.50. NOTICE. Above prices hold good for orders received up to the 19th; after that date all unsold stock will be planted for my own use. PANSIES. MedUim siz-^'l cold frame plants in bud and bloom at Si 25 per 100. BONE MEAL. The best in the market for Florists' use at $3.50 per 200 lb. has. ALBERT M. HERR, Lancaster. Pa. fSCBHIIIIIIC ^lagniBcent stock. 4-in., in UCIIHIIIUnitf full bloom, $7 per 100. Fnehilai, 4-in., 4 kinds, grand stuff, $7 per 100. Cannas, 4-in., best sorts, $6 per lOO. BotUn Fam», fine 4-in., $13.50 per 101. VIneat, var., 2-in., J2.F0: 3-in.; $5.00 per 100. VERBENAS-MAMMOTH-VERBENAS Superb assorcoient of Mammoth \'erbenas, in flower, 3-in., $3; 2V4-in., $2.50 per 100. All moneymaking stock. Your order will be conscientiously filled and you will be well pleased. W. H. CULLETT & SONS, LINCOLN, ILL. Geraniums STANDARD VARIETIES, 3/i-in. pots, $8.00 per lUO; $:0.0O per lOOU. CANNAS, standard varieties, 4-in. pots, $7.(0 per lOOi $60 00 per 1000. EU6ENE LEWIS, ELMIRA, N. Y. Pteoie mention the American Floriit when writing. Plant and Rooted Cutting List NOW READY FOR ROOTED CUTTINGS. Per 100 Coleus, Red Verschaffeltii % -"5 Geraniums, Mme. Pollock 1-50 " Happy Thought 150 English Ivy l"" Heliotrope 6" t'hrysanthomuras l-'-^^ CHRYSANTHEMUMS SHIPMENT. POT PLANTS. Per 100 Pteris Tremula, 2!4-i nch $1.50 Pteris Tremula, 2>i inch 2.25 Ptetis Tremula, 3-inch 4.00 Roses, Ulrich Brunner, 2^-inch 3.C0 Hydrangea Otaksa, for growing on, 4- inch.. 5.00 Hydrangea Oiaksa, " " 5-inch.. 7.00 Hydrangea Otaksa, " " 6-inoh. .10.00 Hydrangea Otaksa, " " 7-inch.. 15.00 W H. Lincoln, Jerome Jones, Golden Wedding, Philadelphia, Ivory, Thornden Pres. Smith, Minnie Wanamaker, Louis Boehmer, Maud Dean Viviand-Morel, Major BonnatTon, G. W. Childs, Mme. Beremann, Glory of Pacidc, J. G. Whilidin. Rooted cuttings, grand stuff, $1.25 per 100; $10.00 per 1000. ^-AU the above sold on the positive guarantee of their being flrst-class, if not, your money at once Hav??g\o rebuild out greenhouses this season the following stock lain our way at the start If you want any speak quick: Asparagus Plumosus, 3-year, from bed. fine clumps, $18.00 per 100. Ken- tiiis, 2V4-inch, very fine, $5.00 per 100. Roses-Ulrich Branner and Paul Neyron, 3-year-old, from boxes own roots, $8.00 per 100. Kentia Seedlings, from flats, 1-year, $3 50 per 100. Geranium Mrs Pollock and Happy Thought, 1 and 2-year stock, plants from bench, $6.00 per 100. Calla^ 4-year-old, $d.00 100. Steel Wire Stakes, galvanized. No. 8 wire, 3 feet, used one season, $5.60 per lOOO. JOHN IRVINE & SONS, Bay City, Mich. With Leaves On... JAPANESE FERN BALLS. We have an immense stock of Fern Balls, well furnished with leaves, at $5.00 per dozen. Culls from $3.00 per dozen, up. The Geo. Wittbold Co., Chicago, IH, A FEW GOOD THINGS YOU WANT. KENTIA BELMOREANA and FORSTERIANA. spec- ial price to reduce stock, 2H-iu., 8c; 3-in., 15c; 4-in. 3So; 5-in., 50o: 6-in., $1.00. 3, 4, 5-in. ARECA LUTESCENS, 2 and 3 plants to a pot, same price. These are excellent lot of clean, cool grown plants. BOSTON FERNS, 4c, 8c, 15o, 30o and 50c each. DRACAENA INDIVISA, 3,4, 5-in., 6c, lOo, 25c each. GERANIUMS, 2-in., Bonnat, double and single Grant, La Favorite, S. A. Nutt, Atkinson, Salleroi, Poitevine, M. Barny. Kleber, Jfohn Doyle, Jaulin, Riccard. Mrs. E. G. Hill, Perkins. Per 100— 3-in., $3.C0; 3-in., $5.00. ASPARAGUS SPRENGERI, 3-inoh, $3.00 per lOO; Plumosus, 3-inoh, $8.00 per 100. ENGLISH IVY, 2-in., $3 00; 3-in., $6 00 per 100. Verbena. Petunia, Smllax, Achyranthes, Lobelia, Coleus, Alternanthera, Tomato Plants, Campbell Violets, Aster, Ageratum, Heliotrope, Vinca Var., Giant Alyssum, Scarlet Sage Clara Bedman, 2 in., $2;00 per lOO; 3-in., $4.00 to $5.00 per 100. Send for wholetale lists. Cash or C. O. D. GEO. M. EMUANS, NEWTON, N. J. ~ROBT. CRAIG & SON, Roses, Palms and Novelties in Decorative Plants, Market and 49th Sts., Philadelphia, Pa. BEGONIA 6L0IREDE LORRAINE, Begonia Light Pink Lorraine, For June and Later Delivery, $15.00 per ICO; $140.00 per 1000. Edwin Lonsdale, 'V^'^sZZ'u^T^.. Please mention the American Floriii when writittg. 125,000 ASTER PLANTS Best florist's cut flower varieties; all transplanted. Strong plants, bushy roots; sure to please you. ASTERS, Hohenzollern, pure white, delicate rose and red (Koemer's), last year novelty, grandest aster to date. Mammoth size, 7 inches across, double to center, resembling a large Japanese chrysanthemum, unsurpassed for cutting orbed- ding plants branching, with strong stems 18 to 30 inches long, 7 /c per 100; $8.00 per 1000. Queen of the Market, white, red, pink and mi>ed. Florists' Upright Branching, outer petals re- curved, center petals incurved, superb cut flower, pure white, daybreak pink, fiery scarlet and lavender. Late Branching or Semple's, white, rose pink, lavender, red and mixed. All the above are the best money makers for florists, strong, healthy plants, assorled to suit, BOo per 100; W.OO per 1000. Express prepaid for cash with order. DES MOINES PLANT CO., 38th St., Des Moines, Iowa. IMPATIENS THE QUEEN This variety we now offer for the first time, it being far ah<>ad of any cheap bloom- ing liouse plant that we know of. A grand plant for out-of-town floris's, Fiowers Wi to JV2 inches in diameter, color a delicate satiny pink with bright car- mine eye, center of petals faintly tinged with white, wonderftilly profuse and of the easiest culture. Price, 2-inch pot plants, $1.50 per do?.; $10.00 per 100. CENTRAL MICHIGAN NURSERY, Kalamazoo, Mioh. Please mention the A merican Fiof'st when writing. 598 The American Florist. May lo. Pittsburg. TRADE FALLS OFF A LITTLE BUT STOCK STILL MOVES WELL. — BEDDING STOCK ABUNDANT AND IN DEMAND — VARIOUS NOTES OF INTEREST IN THE TRADE. Business has fallen ofT a little from last week but not enongh to make it nnsatis- lactory. Crab apple blossoms and dog- wood make the stores look springlike and attractive. The market places are liter- ally jammed with bedding plants of every kind and color. The sidewalks in front of the Allegheny market are cov- ered with thousands of bedding plants and the public appreciates these refresh- ing displays, for many expressions of pleasure are heard regarding them. The condition of rosts is only fair. Brides- maids and Brides are fair one day and correspondingly poor the next. Amer- ican Beauties are perfect in bloom, stem and foliage but they lack color, as they always do in the summer time. In car- nations Lawson, Prosperity, Hector, White Cloud, Marquis, joost, Morning Glory and Scott are especially excellent and are selling well. We have some call for white sweet peas but they are diffi- cult to secure. Several growers have rep'orted that they will be very scarce by reason of the tendency of the foliage to rust. The Pittsburg Cut Flower Company reports that they are doing an extraor- dinary shipping business, especially through western Pennsylvania, eastern Ohio and Virginia. George James Burki, foster son of Fred. Burki, died of appendicitis after a sur- gical operation on Wednesday, May 5, aged 26 years. A wife and child survive him. Another great wind and hail storm passed over Pittsburg and Allegheny on last Friday but the florists escaped dam- age, except at a few private places. Burglars entered the home of W. B. Flemm last Friday night and secured a fine gold watch and some trinkets. L. I. Neff intends adding three new houses to his plant at Aspinwall. E. L. M. Watertown, Conn.— otto P. Roeske has sold his greenhouses and part of the real estate to his brother, Henry, who will take possession at once. VioletPlants WELL ESTABLISHED Per 100 ICOO IMPERIAL 2X-inch $2.75 f25.00 MARIE LOUISE " 2.75 25 00 FARQUHAR " 2.75 25.00 SWANLEY WHITE " 2.75 25 00 CAMPBELL " 2.50 22 50 GRAND RAPIDS VIOLET CO. GRAND RAPIDS, MICHIGAN. "How to Make Money GROWING VIOLETS" . Ijy George Sjiltforil, 30 y<:urs' practi'-iil experience. PiiTrE.25 and 60 uenls, postpaiJ— Monfy onler pr-trred V|0|.ET CULTURE CO., 61 Quincy Street. BROOKLYN, N. Y. VIOLETS. Roc.ted cuttings of I.ridy Ciimpbi^ll, $1.00 per ICO; 17.1)0 per lOOfl. Imperi.'il and Marin l/oulsf, $1.10 per 1(0; *9.(Ki piT 1000. L:iily (Jampljoll, trom a'i-lnch pots, $2 50 ppr 100; $22 .W ptr ICOO. Imperial iind Marie Laouise, $.1.09 ner lOO; $8.^.00 per KIOO. CiitNATIONS— 30OO White fjloud, $10 per 1000. CRABB a HUNTER, Grand Rapid*, MIoh. NEW CARNATIONS. Cressbrook and Fair Maiil. siront:, from soli, %\ 50 per doz.; $i0.00 per 100; $75 00 per lUOO. CHRYSANTHEMUMS Fine strong plants from 2^-inch pots, ready now. Our selection, all good standard sorts, $21.(0 per lOOO. We liave many other varieties than hers listed. Send for complete list. Price per 100: T.Eaton $4.00 Nellie Pocliett 8.00 Lady Roberts 8.C0 Mrs. E. D. Smith... 6.C0 Golden Beauty 8.00 Mrs. Chamberlain . 8.00 Mme. F. Bergmann 3.00 Willowbrook 3.C0 Merry Monarch 3 00 Polly Rose 3.00 G. S Kalb 3.00 Ivory 3.00 Mrs. .7 Jones 3.00 H. A. Parr 3.00 R. Halliday $1.00 Major HouD;ilTon. .. 3.00 Pbiladelphia 5.00 Pennsylvania 5.03 Modesto 3.00 Nagoya 3 00 M. de Montmort.... 3.C0 Glorv of the Paoiflc 3.03 Ijiidv Harriett 6.00 Maud Dean 4.00 Xeno 3.00 Geo. W. Childs 4.00 Intensity 4.00 H. WEBER & SONS, Oakland, Md. E. C. Hill, Robinsou, Maude Dean. Yanoiua. out of 2M-inch pots. $2 CO per 100. 25 other varieties. Maude Adums, Timothy Eaton. Goldmine, Col. Appleton, Modesto, Nagoya, out of 2h^-\ii. pots, $3.C0 per 100. A. P. Montgomery i'n,^adst! Hazelton, Pa. FOBTY VARIETIES, nearly ill from soil. Send for prices on what you need. GEO. HANOOOK &, SON. GRAND HAVEN, MICH. CARNATIONS Prices quoted upon application. Caroations, Geraaiums Cannas, Etc. The Cottage Gardens, Queens, L. I. IVORY AND BONNArrON CHRYSANTHEMUMS. Plants from 2-iiich pots. $?.00 per 100; $18 00 per lOCO. Read> lor immedin'je delivery. WM. MURPHY, Wholesale Florist, station F, C NCINNATI. OHIO. Chrysanthemums Ks .t Merry Monarch, white and yellow; Willowbrooic, J. H. Troy, J. E. Lager, Robinson, Paoiflc, Polly Rose, Shrimpton, Bonnaffon, M. Henderson. Ivory, pink and white; Murdook, F. B. Hayes, Pres. Smith, .1. .Tones, $1.25 per 100; $10 per 100). Walter Molatsoh, R. Halliday, Appleton, $2.00 per 100. Cash with order. G. F. NEIPP, Aqueduct, Woodhaven P. 0., N. Y. Please Ktention the Arnfrtcan t'lo^'tst tirh^rf •yi^-ilmst Gnrysantneiniiiiis. OVER TWENTY VARIETIES. Names on ajiplicatlon, liVi-inrb pnta,$i.00 per lOC; $15.00 per lOOX Rootrd cuttintis. $1.00 per iCO. G. G. NflNZ, OWENSBORO, KY. THE COMING FERN IS MV NEW NEPHROLEPIS "ANNA FOSTER 19 DELIVERY IN SEPTEMBER. Orders booked now at $25 per 100 Tor stuull plants. Larger planis, prices on appi cation. L. H. FOSTER, 45 King S«., Dorchettar, Mass. American Florist Advertisements Pay Advertisers. WE GARRY The Largest and most Complete Stock of DAHLIAS in the World lOnO nAUl lAC Admiral Schley. Eureki. I9UZ UAnLIAO Gold standard. Slack Bird, Pink Dandy, Leone. Prolusion. Alba Sup°rba, Gaillardia. Judah and Olympia. All sierlin;: American varieties. Onih Pontliril collection of 1901 contains 14 ZUIII UulllUIJ superb new American Dabliaa. Send for our up-tn-date dahlia catalogue. Also sptcial list of cut llower dahlias, before ordcrlnj; elsewhere. W. p. Peacock, s^.^ifs. Atco, N. J. Fine, Healthy Stock. Per 100 ROSES— Bridesmaid, 3-in. pots. perl0C0,$32, J3.50 Bride, 2M-in. pots, ready for shift, ■' $28, S.OO GERANIUMS-Dbl. Grant, S. A. Nutt, Murk- land, and dbl. deep Geraniums, 3-in. pots, 5 00 2!i-in. pots of the above varieties 2 50 Assorted, 2^4-in. pots 2 50 Assorted VERBENAS. VINCA VAR., SALVIA, and PURPLE HELIOTROPE, 2-in. pots 2 00 ALTERNANTHERA-3 varieties, red and yel- low; Golden Bedder and assorled COLEUS: GERMAN IVY, and 3 varieties AGERATUMS, 2-in. pots 1.50 ROOTED CUTTINGS— Alternanthera, 3 varie- ties, and assLFted Coleus per 1000, $5, ,55 r.\sn PLEASE. R I. HART, HacketUlown, N J. The Art ...of Floral Arrangement The only special newspaper in the world for floral arrangement. 200 ILLUSTRATIONS ANNUALLY. Specimen number free. Subscription, |2.40 yearly. BINDEKUNST-VERLAG J. OLBERTZ. ERFURT, BERMANY. TO MAKE ROOM I OFFER ISOKentia Belmoreana, 2M-in J5.00 per 100 100 " " 3-in 10.00 per 100 200 " " 4-in., 3d size 15 00 per ICO 100 Latania Borbonica, 3-in 5 00 per ltd 100 Pandanus Ulilis, 2M-in 4.00 per 100 75 ■' '■ 3-in 8.00 per 100 400 Selaglnella Emmeliana, 2M-in 3.00 per 100 All healthy stock. Cash wilh order. JOSEPH E. BONSALL, SALEM, OHIO. AfTIPPiPAfl '^'^^vs do business, A\\\\l\ Itail ^^g,j d^ys j„j everyday r 1 0 r i S t S Sundays and holidays, ■•F "V /lUo At home and abroad. European Tourists and others destined to eastern points, will find the low rates apply- ing over the Nickel Plate Road to New York, New England and other eastern destina- tions, specially attractive. The eastern terminals via this line are only from three to ten minutes from all ocean steamship docks, and the service afforded isfiist-dass. Threetrainsdaily fromChicago. Uniformed colored porters are in charge of day coaches, whose duties require that proper care shall always be given to keeping cars clean and attending to the wants of pas- sengers enroute. Meals served in dining cars at piices that are reasonable and within reach of all. Details cheerfully fur- nished on application to John Y. Calahan, General Agent, ill Adams St., Chicago. Chicago City Ticket Office, lit Adams St. 3 igo2. The American Florist, 599 The most convenient way of applying an insecticide ever yet devis«d. No pan5 requrred-No heating of jrons-No trouble-Cannot injure the most sensitive bfooms-Very effective. Price 60i Sl.I.ouls — Chicago. ^^ |€ 111 Cinn CInnlf Geraniums, in bud and bloom, All nilB OlUCK S. A. Nutt, Bruant, La Pilot, L;iFavorite, Mme. Thibaut and other equally as good kinds can make up a fine assortment, mixed, all in 3^-ia. pots, $5 per 100. Heliotrope, three best kinds, 3i)4-in. pots, |5 per lOO. Vinoa Vices, 3 in., good, $3 per 100. Salvia, scarlet, 2!4-in. pots, $2.50 per 100. Fuchsias, Snow White, Avalanche and Elm City, 4-in. pots, very fine, $8 per 100. Ageratum Cope's Pet; Lobelia Crystal Palace Gem; Thunbergia, mixed; Parlor Ivy; Musk; Nastur- tiums, good; Single Petunins; Sweet Alyssum; Tradescantia, variegated; Browallia. blue; Mig- nonette; Verbenas: Heliotrope; Fuchsias, varieties us above. Geraniums, all good vars , in 2S4-in. pots. SJ. 50 per 103. White Branching Aster, 2^-in. pits, $2 50 per IOC. Cobtoa Scandens, 3-in. pots, 13 per 100. Cash with order. WM. J. CHINNICK, TRENTON, N. J. INfORMATION WANTED! Of any and all Floral Establishments in the country which are not well stocked up with the following goods: BRONZED BEECH and L3UREL FOLIAGE, new and effective, but also inexpensive. CYCaS LEAVES and WREATHS, Bayersdorfer & Co.'s special quality and improved finish. INDESTRUCTIBLE METAL DESIGNS, in beautiful and attractive assortment. IMMORTELLES in every Desirable Color. These are all desirable and salable articles for Memorial Day. Do you realize that the day is close at hand.? The season is forward and fresh Flowers will be scarce. The above named goods will be in big demand. Our stock is the best procurable and our prices are low. ti. Bayersdorfer & Co., 50-56 N. Fourth St., PHILADELPHIA, PA. ASTER Plants Semple's Branching and Queen of the Market, in white, pink, blue and red, flue plants, grown from the finest seed saved by myself, at $2.50 per 1000; 400 per 100. J. C. SCHMIDT, BRIBTOL, PA. ! FOR INSURANCE AGAINST DAMAGE BY HAIL, Address John G. Esier, Sec'y F.H.A. SADDLE RIVER. N. d. ii 9? L Indispensable «5* «5* «5* <5* This is tlie only word which describes the Ameri- can Florist Company's Directory, just out. This book, 418 pages of facts tersely told, is issued annually and is an aid to business and money making which no wholesaler or traveling salesman can aflford to be without. It contains the name of every Florist, Nurseryman and Seedsman, arranged both by states and towns and alphabetically; and new lists of Gardeners or Superintendents of private estates, Experiment Station Horticultur- ists, Landscape Architects and Horticultural Sup- ply Concerns. It will save many times its cost by enabling you to cover America with your catalogue and at the same time waste no printed matter or postage on dead names. EDITION OF 1902, POSTPAID, $2.00 ^ AMERICAN flORIST CO., 324 Dearborn St., CHICAGO, ILL. 600 The American Florist. May lo, Kansas City. AMBITIOUS PLiNS FOR THIS YBAR'S FLOWER SHOW. — lODGES FROM THE BAST. — BIG SOM IN PRIZE MONEY. — SEASON SATISFAC- TORY TO THE TRADE. Flower show preparations are already well under way. The management has been determined upon, if, indeed, there was any question about it, tor the staflis the same as made the big success last year, and the work on the premium list is already well along. F. J. Taggart is stirring up the publicity end and John Thorpe is looking after exhibiti. It is reported that Mr. Thorpe declined an ofter of the management of the New York show in October to return to hii duties here. Mr. Taggart has announced the judges to be John Young, secretary of the New York Florists' Club; Edwin Lons- dale, secretary of the Florists' Club of Philadelphia and of the Chrysanthemum Society of America, and E. A. Kanst, assistant secretary of the Horticultural Society of Chicago. The latter was one of last year's judges. The plans contem- plate more than $7,000 in premiums for the regular classes and a large sum in special prizes. Trade is continuing good with the down town retailers, while those florists on the outskirts have all they can do in the way of planting. The year has been a verv good one here and, while those who are looking for trouble can always find cause for complaint, everyone has reason to be satisfied with trade condi- tions in general. Grafton, III.— The Rippley Hardware Company says that Its sales of sprayers, spraying material and whitewashing machines have this year been double what they were In 1901. They are ■hipping their goods not only to all parts of the United States but to many foreign countries. The above company furnished the spray- ing outfft for the city of Bjston, described in this is^ue. WRITE AE IfnUD 1921-23 N. LIAVITT ST.. I ri KUnni OHioAGO. ill.. TOB PBIOEB o> Standard Pots wbioh for'itreDgth and poroiity combined are the beit on the market. THOSE RED POTS "STANDARDS" FDLL SIZE AND WIDE BOTTOMS. BULB I'ANS AND AZALEA TOTS. DETROIT FLOWER POT MT'Y, HARRY BALSLEY. Rep. DETROIT, MICH., 490 Howard St. QALVANIZED WIRE-fioT" Fltty car loads of now galvanized wire, •"«»"'''' "^7 ■^''f ^ I— Never wag used. Comes from 6 i^^^^W Kauge. Put up 100 \h«. to a coll uno M^^^^^^ only one size wire to each bundle. ^r ^^a Price. r..g. from »1.40 w »1.»0 p.r m ■"?f„rF"''.-C...I.«.N. 47 forth, H JBankme Wo handle all .....J» of Bup M. M ?110B r ro» Bb.rlll'. .»1 B.-cel.er'K «.!.. ^^^^^r OhlcaEO House Wrorkln^^n AWARDED THEONLV FIRST CLASSCEBTIFICATE OFMERJT BYTMESOCIETVOF AMERICA] FLORIST SA1 BOSTON MASSJ AUC;.2iSTIB90 FOR STANOARR FLOWER POTS. i¥hilldin Jersey Qty PotteryCoi JONG Island JTV _^ Traveling RepreBentatlve, Philadelphia u. cutler ryerson, 108 Third Ave. Newark. N. J Standard PHX^ Flower... T W I O If your greenhouses ore within BOO miles of the Capitol, write us, we can save you money W. H. ERNEST. 28th and M StresU, WASHINCTON, D. a GEO. KELLER & SON, MANUFACTURER8 OP FLOWER POTS. Before buying write for prices. 361-363 Herndon Street. near Wrightwood Ave., CHICAGO^ ILL. Piease me7ition the American Florist when writing. FLOWER POTS STANDARD POTS A SPECIALTY List and SAMPLES FREE. SWAHN'S POTTERY MF'G CO., P. 0. Box 78. MINNEAPOLIS. MINN. Please rention the A merica n Florist when writlns^ Invalid Appliance Co., GOLUMBIIl PLANT TUBS ■TiM wtA ikst H>si t.ll (ran." tl r'lnr wrd.mnn ilMsii't baadlc them, oriirt uf □■ direct. rAOTOnV AND OPPIOBi iso-ieo viooan st., • ohioaqo. I™ Regan Printing House "«»"* CATALOGUES f LORISTS' ^"'"'"^^^ ,r 87-91 Plymouth Place, j»jtj» CHICAGO J»j»j» please menlion the American Floriit when writing. IRON RESERVOIR VASES- Lawn Settees Manafactured by McDonald Bros. COLUMBUS, 0. The Largest Manufacturers of these Goods in America. Send for Catalogue STANDARD FLOWER POTS ! Packed in small crates, easy to handle. Pots Price per crate 15,00 ?-:in,, in crate, $4,"" Pots Price per crate 120 7 in., in orate, »4.20 1500 Sk ■ " 5.25 60 8 ". 3.00 1500 2% " 6.00 48 9 " 3.80 1000 3 " 5.00 48 10 •• 4.80 800 3!4 " 5.80 24 11 " 3.60 500 4 " 4.60 24 12 " 4.80 320 5 " 4 51 12 14 " 4.80 144 6 " 3.16 6 18 " 4.60 Seed pans, same price as pots. Send for price list of Cylinders for Cut Flowers. Hanging Bas- kets, Lawn Vases, etc. 10 per cent off for cash with order. IHILFINQER BROS' POTTERY, OR ... FORT BDWARO, N Y. AOGtJST RoLKKR * SONS, New York Agents, 31 Barclay St., Nkw York Citt. KELLER BROS. 2t3- 15.17-19-21-23 Pearl St., NORRISTOWN. PA. Manufacturers of Standard Flower Pots, red in color, equal to the best on the market; are 16 miles from Philadelphia, best of railroad connec- tions. We give special attention to mall orders and make special sizes to order in quantities. A postal will bring prices and discounts. RED pots SAMPLE POT AND PRICE LIST ON APPLICATION. C. C. POLLWORTH CO.. X!^*'""^" th:k Gardeners' Chronicle. A Weekly Illustrated Journal. ESTARLISHKD 1841. The GARDENKKS' CHRONICLE has been rOR ov«R Sixty Yearh tds Leading Journal of Its class. It has uchiovcd this position bccau.o, while specially devutiiiK Itself to aupplyini; the dally requirements of (lurdeners of all classes, the infor- mation furnished is of such goueral and perma- nent value that thcGARUENKRS' CHRONICLK Is looked up to as the standard AtiTBoiiiTT on the subjects of which it treats. Subscription to theCnited States, 14 20 per year. Rcmlttanoes to be made payable tu U. G. COVE. Office :— 4t Wellington St., Co««ni Oirden, London, England. igo2. The American Florist. 601 >y TO KILL ALL Greenhouse Bugs USE NICOTICIDE Clean and harmless as Fumlgant or Spray. Ask your seedsman for it or write to The Tobacco Warehousing and Trading Co., 1000 Magnolia Ave., Louisville, Ky Boston Florist Letter Go. MANTrrACTTJRERS OF FLORISTS' LETTERS. This TTOoden box nicely stained and var- nlAlied, 18x30x13 made In two sections, one for eacli slzo ietter. griven away wltii first order of 500 letters. Block Letters, IH or 2-lnoh size, per 100, 12.00. Script Letters, J4. Fastener with each letter or word. Used by leadinz florists everywhere and for sale by all wholesale florists and suppler dealers, N. F. McCarthy, Treas. *nd Manager, 84 Hawley St., BOSTON, MASS. TIN FOIL Plain, Fancy, Printed & Mounted, Manabctnred by Tlie Conley Foil Co. 681 to 641 West SStli St., HEADQDABTEB8 FOB HORTICULTURAL SUPPLIES Of Every Description. When you can't get what you want anywhere else, send here, we will send it to you. "If it's used In Horticulture, we have It." DU N N E d. CO.. 54 w. sotk ti., Nm> Tsit. Telephone Call, 1700 Madison Square. A. HERRMANN, Cape Flowers, -^i^ colobs; Cycas Leaves, Metal Designs, AHD All Florists' Sipplles. Bend toi Piloei. 4*«>«l» ■■•* «ilth SHU. ftmyu VOBK. Mention the American Florist when writing to advertisers on this page. »♦♦♦♦»♦•»♦»♦»♦♦♦♦ Place your orders nowforMETALL'C DESIGNS (all our own make, IMMOR- MEMORIAL DAY TELLES, NEW CAPE FLOWERS, in all color?, BIRCH BARK CROSSES in all sizes from 16 to 48 inches long; also full line of Up to-date Supplies at lowest mar ket rates, for first-cliss stock. We handle no other. Catalogue tor tne asking. M.RIGE&GO., 918 Filbert St., Philadelphia, Pa. Leading Fiorists' Supply House. Importers and Manufacturers OUR NEW FOLDING Cut Flower Box \ IS A PEEIFECT GEM. SEND FOR SAMPLE. HOLTON&HUNKELCO. MILWAUKEE. WIS. ESTABLISHED 1866 EMILSTEFFEItSv 5UCC." flSTEFFENS ANOSTEFFEHSBROS ii BLACK DEATH 77 (POWDER) TO UT THEREOF IS TO DIE. BUe KILLER and FERTILIZER. Three years of unprecedented success wherever intro- duced all over the United states has proved "BLACK DEA.TH" to be a cheap and absolute annihilator of all insecis, bugs or beetles that prey on vegeUtion, foliage and Bowers. See what Peter Reinberg said in this paper, Feb. 8. Other strong indorsements sent on receipt of postal card. Western Sales Agency, 335 Franklin St., Chicago. HANDI.ED BY SEEDSMEN. 8. D. STBYKEB, Agent. WE NOW OFFEB ''Chemicals" for making LIQUID COMPOST. Dry powders all soluble in water, composts cost less than ^o per gal. Correspondence invited. EASTERN CHEMICAL COMPANY, 620 Atlantic Ave., Boston. Fresh Tobacco Stems. Bales of 300 pounds, $(.50. Cash With Obdxb W. C. BECKERT, Alleglieny. Pa. ?L^;^ ADJUSTABLE VASE HOLDER No. 1.— Brass, nick"!, 4 feet long. 6 clasps lo e&ch rod Price complete (with greea or while tum- blers) $!.23. Price complete (with green or white cornui opia vases) $3.50. No. 2 —Heavy 4 ft. rod, brassed and nickeled, with three clasps for 5 to 6-inch pots, each $i.76 KIFT'S PATENT Rubber Capped FLOWER TUBES, 114-incd diam.ier, per luO. $i.cO JOSEPH KIFT & SON, 1725 Chestnut bt-, Phila., Pa. CUTFLOWERBOXES WATERPROOF Corner Lock Style. The b st, strongeBt and neatest foldiDg cut flower box ever made. Cheap, durable, handy. To try them once is to use hem always DON'T USE OLD STORE BOXES. If you have any doubt, send for samples, which speak fi r themselves. Size No. 1. Si4V4»16..$l.75 per 10 ; SlS.rO per 1000 '• No. 2. 3x6il8.... 2.00 " 18.00 " No. 3. 4i8xl8.... 2.40 •' 22.00 " No. 4. 3x6j20.... 2.75 " 25.00 " No.5. 4!8x22.... 3 00 " 28.00 " No. 6. 4x8x28.... 3.75 " 35.00 THE LIVINGSTON SEED CO. BOX 103. COLUMBUS, O. Sigmund Geller Importer and Manufacturer of FLORISTS' SUPPLIES Complete Stock— New Goods— New Illustrated Catalogue Now Ready. Send for it. 108W. 28III St., near 6tli Ave., NEW YORK; Successful Growers are Wanted To know that they can dispose of all their surplus stock by adver- ...........tising in the American Florist. TRY IT NOW. 602 The American Florist. May 10, Nashville, Tenn. STOCK IN PKOF08ION —PRICES LOW BDT QUALITIES GOOD — RACKS MAKB CALL FUBFLOWERS. — CURBEYOF BIRMINGHAM OPENS BRANCH STOKE. Theexceedingly hot weather has warned the flower man that the dull days of sum- mer will soon be upon us — when the city will be almost depopulated and trade very slow. Last week the races, which were turned into regular society events, helped out some, and there was a fairly good demand for flowers. The out of door flowers are coming in now in great profusion, and just a lew days ago lilies of the valley were wholesaled at 25 cents per hundred, most excellent stock, too, with a much swei-ter perfume than the forced valley. Paeonias, snowballs, irises and other spring flowers are blooming profusely, and, as they are cheap, are sold readily. Growers are making active preparations for their field-grown sum- mer stock, which is a much greater prob- lem than the growing of winter stock. George R. Currey, who is in the flower business in Birmingham, has opened a branch establishment in this city. He is located at Bloomstein's drug store, one of the most popular corners in the heart of the city. He will do a general floral business. He will not attempt to grow flowers, merely keeping suflicient glass to store palms for decorative work. He is a brother of A. B. Currey and was atone time a partner in the old Currey firm. The new store will be called simply "Currey 's" M. C. Dorbis. Phillips Manufacturins Co., Horticultural Bulldtrt and Haatinp Engineers, Tel. 1851 Bergen. JERSEY CITY, N. J. FlHTAiu.isnEi) 1900. Ill 1900 we built 5,726 square fo(?t. lu 1901 " Dil.^TG square feot. In 1902 " to date 14.9(12 squiirc feet and have ordr-ra for 17,868 square ft. This should convince jou we are prosiressive and up-to-dHte. See the ranRe we are building for S. Unternieyer, Esq., Greystone, Yonkers, K. Y. Get prices and "ijive \niir nionev. QARDENINQ ForAmatearand Professional Gardenern. The Leading American Journal of Hortl- cnltore Foreign Subscriptions 83.50 per year. Sample Copies Free. THE GARDENING CO. ^Krc°aVo?i'irS.8.A. Please mention the American Florist when ivrtting. ■I' T ' New York, 39 Cortlandt St BDiupuEa J Boston, S9 Oliver Street. I DKAni,nes i Milwaukee, Rlemer& Radmer, 411 State St A Money Saver The saving Is not only In FIRST COST but rather In continued satisractory results froin Us use. Five dlOerent Florists* ConTentioaa have awarded us the «. r>es F*laine>s. 111. KROESGHELL BROS. CO. Greenhouse Boiler, 45 Erie St., CHICAGK). Boilers made of the t>eit of material, thell. firebox ;heet« and beada of steel, water space all around LOWEST RATES TO EASTERN POINTS will always apply via the Nukel Hlate Road and its eastern connections to all points in New York, New England and the eastern states. Three daily trains to Ft. Wayne, Find'av, Cleveland Ene, Buffalo, New York and Boston. Standard equipment on all trai s. Meals served in din ng cars, on American club plan, at prices to suit pas- senger, from 35c to $1.00 per meal. For particulars call on or address John Y, Calahan, General Agent, lit Adams St., Chicago. Depot, Fifth Ave. and Harrison St. 2 VALUABLE IRON GUTTER PATENTS I hereby offer for sale the Patents covering my Wrought Iron Gutter; also the Patenis covering thp Gutter advertised in last week's edition of the American Hlorist. FlorUts' Exchange, and the Florists' Review, by Geo. M. Garland. Tue tncrejiBed business of the Standard Ventila- ting Machine demands my whole atteutioo to Its manufacture. Hut, as in" the past I will give the gutter business Its fullest 8hiMERICAW. DEP«RTMEIIT 76. 8UFF<10, KEW YORL AdjustablePlantStands THE BEST ON THE MARKET. I Stand SI. 50; 3 Stands S4.O0 ; 6 Stands S7 SO; 12 Stands SI4 00 YOU NEED IHIM lit YOUR BUSINESS. C. B. WniTN4IL. MILWAIKEE. WIS. PLEASE MENTION US TO OUR ADVERTISERS. jgo2. The American Florist. 60S The Highest award at the New York Carnation Show was given to a man who has forty-three (43) ol our Auto- matic Ventilators. 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Tpnientc-Rey 71, Havana, Cuba. 22 A Pitt St., Sydney, N. S. VV. 40 Deurborn St.. Chicaoo. 40 N. 7th St.. Pbiladelpiiia. GREENHOUSE GLASS I I •[ I OUM^ SREGMJkLTY. I LHRfiE STOCK. «^ ^ ^ ^^ PROMPT SHIPMENT. , /!^^^PorelinsetilOilPiitly.Pjinblni5litsEti 1^ WRITE FOR. LATEST PRICES. X4 ■■■» * mm • MM * •■■ • mim • ^mm • mam • ^^ • m^ • mmm • a^ • «■■ * ^tm * ■■•. *. mmm Rmsrina is "the Prow of tbs UbssbI; ihsrB may be mars comfort Amidships, but wb are ths Srst ta touch Unknown Seas,' Vol. XVIII. CHICAGO AND NEW YORK, MAY 17, ipoa. No. 728. f (HI /AlMlERIMSJ (FlL^lSSgf Sbtbhtbbhtb Ykab. CopjilKht 1902, by Amerioan Florlat Company. Entered ai Seoond-Claii Mail Matter. PUBLIBHBD BTIET SATUBDAT BT AMERICAN FLORIST COMPANY, 334 Dearborn St.. Chicago. Baitorn Offlco: 79 Milk St., Beaton. Subioription, 11.00 a year. To Europe, 12.00. Sabtoriptiona accepted only from the trade. SOCIETY OP AMERICAN FLORISTS AND ORNAMENTAL HORTICULTURISTS. OmoBBS — John Bdkton, Pblladelphia, Pa., presiden J. W. C. Dbakb, Asheville, N. C, vice- preBideni,, Wm. J. Stewabt, 79 Milk Street, Boston, Mass., secretary; H. B. Beattt, Oil City, Pa., treasurer. The eighteenth annual meetinu will be held at Asheville, N. C, August, 19-22, 1902. THE AMERICAN CARNATION SOCIETY. Annual convention at Brooklyn, N. Y., Feb- ruary, 1903. AXBBBT M. Hbbb, Lancaster, Pa., secretary. CHRYSANTHEMUM SOCIETY OF AMERICA. Annual meeting at Asheville, N. 0., August, 1902. Edwin Lonsdale, Chestnut Hill, Pa., Sec'y. AMERICAN ROSE SOCIETY. Annual meeting at call of executive committee, Leonabd Babbon, 136 Liberty St., New York, secretary. THIS ISSIE 40 PAGES WITH COVER. CONTENTS. Plant breeding conference 605 Carnations — The season's successes 606 —Details of field culture 606 — Carnation growing in California 606 \yedding decoration at Boston (illus ) 607 A private establishment (illus.) 6C8 Roses— Care of young stock 608 Mushroom culture in France 609 Dahlias for cut flowers 610 The New York exhibition 610 A cross of gloxinias and begonias (illus.) 611 New York 611 Chicago 612 Boston 613 St. Louis 613 Philadelphia 613 Warning 614 Society of American Florists 614 Pruning hardy rhododendrons 614 Clevel.ind 614 Obi'uary— David C iffe 614 — M. J. Lynch (portrait) 615 The 3-ed trade 6!0 —American Sted Trade Association 621 Columbus O 620 The nursery trade 622 Toronto 62! Fall River. Mass 622 Our pastimes 614 Boffilo 6!4 Washington 626 Syracuse, N. Y 628 Pittsburg 630 Cincinnati 614 Nashua, N. H 636 Lowell, Mass 638 International Plant Breeding Conference. The council of the Horticultural Society of New York announces that it has com- pleted arrangements for the holding of an International Conference on Plant Breeding and Hybridization in the fall of the present year, the dates selected being September 30, October 1 and 2. Acting under the instruction of the society at its annual meeting in May, 1901, the chairman of the council addressed letters of enquiry to promi- nent scientific societies and individuals interested in progressive horticulture, both at home and abroad, to all the agricultural experiment stations in America, the United States Department of Agriculture and the Minister of Agri- culture lor the Dominion of Canada, in order to enlist a wide-spread support and to ascertain views as to the most convenient date for the attendance of the majority of those interested. The responses were unanimously in favor of holding such a conference and the dates announced were finally selected by the conference committee, consisting of Dr. N. L. Britton, chairman; Dr. P. M. Hexamer, J. de Wolf, H. A. Siebrecht and Leonard Barron, secretary. By the co-operation of the American Institute of the city of New York, It is arranged to hold the sessions of the con- ference in the lecture hall of the Berkeley Lyceum building, 19-21 West Porty- fourth street, New York city. This conference will provide for the reading and discussion of papers, and the discussion of special topics pertaining to the subject of plant breeding and hybridizing. Arrangements are being made for the publication of a complete report of the papers and discussions in book form under the auspices of the society. lu connection with the conference there will be an exhibition of hybrid plants and their products, and of the related literature, to which everyone is invited to contribute. Awards of the society in the form of medals, diplomas and certifi- cates may be made to exhibits of plants and plant products of hybrid origin illustrating some particular plant or plant industry. It is further proposed to add to the interest of the gathering by making arrangements to visit points of interest in the neighborhood; and for the con- venience of viiiting delegates suitable hotel headquarters will be arranged near the conference hall. The active support of the following institutions has been promised and delegates appointed to attend the con- ference: Bureau of Plant Industry, United States Department of Agriculture; Department of Agriculture, Dominion of Canada; Royal Horticultural Society of England, American Pomological Society, Massachusetts Horticultural Society, Pennsylvania Horticultural Society, Society of American Florists, American Institute of the City of New York, New York Botanical Garden, School of Practi- cal Agriculture and Horticulture, Ameri- can Pharmacological Society, Torrey Botanical Club, New York Florists' Club, Colleges and Experiment Stations ot the United States. PRELIMINARY ANNOUNCEMENT OF PAPERS PROMISED. Results of Hybridization and Plant Breeding in Canada. (Illustrated by specimens). William Saunders, Director of the Central Experimental Farm, Ottawa, Canada. Notes on Plant Breeding in California, E. J. Wickson, Horticulturist, Agri- cultural Experiment Station, University of California. Plant Breeding in New Jersey. (Illus- trated by specimens). B. D. Halsted, Professor of Botany in Rutgers College, New Brunswick, N. f. The Wild Hybrids of the North Ameri- can Flora. (Illustrated by specimens of the parents and progeny ) David George, Museum Aid, New York Botanic Garden. An Address, L. H. Bailey, Horticultur- ist, Cornell University, Ithaca, N. Y. Plant Breeding work in Germany, J. C. Whitten, Horticulturist, Columbia Uni- versity (now in Germany). Cereal Breeding in Kansas, H. F. Rob- erts, Botanist, State College, Manhattan, Kansas. Recent Experiments in Hybridization, by C. F. Hurst, England. Selection vs. Hybridizm, F. W. Bur- bidge, Dablin, Ireland. Individual Prepotency, Will W. Tracy, Detroit, Mich. Cytological Aspects of Hybrids, W. A. Cannon, Columbia University, New York City. Correlation Between Diflerent Parts of the Plant in Form, Color and Other Characteristics. (Illustrated by speci- mens). S. A. Beach, Horticulturist, New York State Experiment Station, Geneva, N. Y. Variations in Hybrids Not Appearing in the First Generation, but Later, E. S. Goft, Horticulturist, Agricultural Experi- ment Station, University of Wisconsin. 606 The American Florist. May //, Some Possibilities, C. L. Allen, New York. Crossing Species of Salix, S. W. Fletcher, Washington. Hybridizing Gladiolus Species, (illus- trated), W. Van Fleet, Little Silver, N.J. Notes on Breeding Hardy Apples, John Craig, Ithaca, N. Y. The Everbearing Strawberry, H. de Vilmorin, Paris. Breeding of Native Northwestern Fruits, N. E. Hansen, Brookings, S. D. The Muskmelon, F. W. Rane, Durham N. H. Seedlings of the Native Plums, E. S Goff, Horticulturist, Madison, Wis. Results in the Breeding of Species of Ricinus, E. Mead Wilcox, Botanist, Okla- homa Agricultural Experiment Station. On Orchid Hybrids, (illustrated by specimens of the parents and progeny) Oakes Ames, Ames Botanical Labora tory, North Easton, Mass. Hybrid Beans, R. A. Emerson, Horti culturist, Agricultural Experiment Sta- tion, University of Nebraska. Hybrid Plums, F. A. Waugh, Horti- culturist, Vermont Agricultural Expert ment Station. Cross Breeding of Cinchonas, H. H Rusbv, Botanist, College of Pharmacy New York. Breeding Florists' Flowers, (a) E. G Hill, Richmond, Ind. (b) C. W. Ward, Queens, L. I., N. Y. (c) A. Wintzer, West Grove, Pa. Study of the Variations in the Second Generation of Berberis Hybrids, C. E. Saunders, Ottawa, Can. The committee has the assurance of other papers, of which the exact titles have not yet been submitted, including contributions from Luther Burbank, Santa Rosa, Cal., and Herbert J. Web- ber, Plant Breeding Laboratory, Wash- ington, D. C, and others. Lbonabd Barron, Sec'y. CARNATIONS. THE season's successes. In white Lorna is a very large flower with a weak stem for the size of the flower. We shall grow it again and try to get stronger stems. White Cloud has done exceptionally well and is our prin- cipal white variety. In pink Marquis has been very success- ful in light pink, while for dark pink Mrs. Lawson has been the best carna- tion we ever grew. It seems to be right at home in our soil, producing an abund- ance of extra fancy blooms all the time. For a very light pink we grow Morning Glorv. This variety has produced very steadily all season and no split or poor flowers. It has proved one of our best selling varieties. For reds our best early is America, then Crane, and Red Bradt for Christmas and midwinter. Red Bradt is very much like Mrs. Lawson with us, as it takes to our soil in great shape, producing an extra large flower and plenty of them. We have not seen ' any red that is its equal for size and good keeping qualities. The variegated varieties have been in better demand this season than ever before, Prosperity, of course, leading. It has produced very well with us and we shall plant some 7,000 or 8,000 next season. It requires special culture and care and responds to such treatment with grand flowers. It grown in an indiflerent manner we notice it produces very poor and few flowers. Mrs. Bradt has done fully as well as the previous year and in onr estimation it Is a stand- ard fancy variety. In yellow Gold Nugget is the best in our soil and for maroon there is nothing equal to Maceo. The flowers are of good size and abundantly produced. We have had the most successful season in quality of flowers that we have yet experienced since growing carnations. Bassbtt & Washburn. the details of field culture. The carnations in the field wilt need constant attention to see that none of the little details of field culture are missed, as it pays far better to give them the attention they need in the field, and have good plants to house, than to neg- lect them almost entirely in the field and then spend money, time and fertilizers to get them to produce a fair return in the house. The time given in the field is that which forms the character and constitu- tion of a carnation plant and with proper THE LATE MICHAEL J. LYNOH. (See page 615.) attention here good results In the way of flowers come as a natural sequence. A good plant will produce good flowers under ordinary culture and with a good plant and the good culture we now give our carnations there is no reason why we should not be on top of the pile when it comes to marketing our flowers. Cultivation is the important factor in getting good plants in the field and should be followed up after every rain and, if rains are far between, it can even be done to advantage once or twice between rains. The great object of cul- tivation Is, of course, to keep the top of the soil loose and in such condition that the air can penetrate it, while capillary attraction draws up the water from the subsoil in dry weather to keep the plants growing along nicely. Although it seems, at first sight, like a contradiction, this loose soil on the top acts in the capacity of a mulch and prevents too rapid evaporation from the soil under- neath. There can be no set rules laid down for cultivation as diflerent soils require differ- ent treatment. Some growers advocate going over the patch at regular intervals, but the only custom I can follow is to go over the patch after every rain, so that there Is no chance for the formation of a crust on the soil. When there Is no rain for a lengthy period we have to leave our soil alone, after having once loosened the the top, as it is naturally loose and porous and constant cultivation would give us a dry mulch on top so deep that it would aflect the roots of the plants, and we would be in danger of cultivating our plants to death. Next in importance to cultivation in the field is the topping of the plants and to do this work properly requires a familiarity with the habits of the differ- ent varieties. Those which can be classed as late varieties should not be topped too early in the season; in fact, not before they show signs of a bud, as this will often start them ofi" with a good cluster of branches around the base of the plant, instead of starting one or two shoots into vigorous growth, as will be the case if they are topped very small. The strongest of these side shoots can be topped again during the season and the likelihood is that you will ha,-eaplant to house in such shape that it will throw five or six flowers by January ] , and that is the point you are aiming for. With a fair percentage of the flowers produced by January 1 the balance of the season will take care of itself and produce its proper quota of flowers. Early flowering varieties can be topped early and often but care must be used so that you do not have the plants in such a shape that they will produce a crop of flowers in the fall and then be ofl crop for the holidays. Even with the early hous- ing we now practice those branches that produce flowers for the holidays are formed in the field and, while it is hardly feasible to count your Christmas crop of flowers on the plants in the field, that crop can to a certain extent be controlled by intelligent topping, followed up, of course, by Intelligent culture after the plants are housed. The details of field culture are variable and consist for the most part of the men who do the topping keeping their eyes open for little things such as a broken branch to be cut off, a diseased plant to be pulled out, a plant laying over on its •Ide to be straightened up, a plant with the heart washed lull of soil to be cleaned up and put into shape, and a hundred and one such things, all of which are minor in themselves but in the aggregate mean quite a difference in profits. In advising the pulling out of diseased plants I do not want to be understood as advising the pulling out of everything that shows some slight disease in the shape of rust or bacteriosis. Where either of these diseases are very bad, with no prospects of improvement in the plant, it is, of course, as well to pull them out and throw them off the field. Under no consideration allow these diseased plants to lay on the field. All of our best new varieties reach us with more or less rust on them, but no wise grower will con- sider this in the shape of a disease; he now looks on it as a necessary evil, to be kept in check by good cultural methods. Plants showing the least sign of stem rot, either the dry rot which aflecti the branches of the plants, one by one, until the plant is dead, or that rot which affects the stem between the top and root, should be pulled out at once and burned, as we do not want either of these fungi on any portion of onr plants, either outdoors or in the greenhouses. Aldbrt M. Herr carnation growing in california. At a recent meeting of the Pacific Coast Horticultural Society Charles F. Fick detailed the methods in vogue In the igo2. The American Florist. 607 WEDDING DECORATION AT PARKER HOUSE, BOSTON, (Artist, Henry Collins.) MASS. vicinity of San Francisco. He spoke as follows: I am hardly fitted for the honor of addreisiag this society on the methods of growing carnations forthe Sin Francisco market since there are quite a number of growers who are also members of this society who produce better carnations than I ever have. Bat I will do my best at describing my methods To begin with the cuttings, we fill the bench with from two to two and one- half inches of good, sharp river sand well tamped down and soaked with water. I then take my cuttings from the base of a flowering shoot. I generally gather about 200 or 300 at a time, pull ofi the lower leaflets and cut straight below that joint. After all are fioished I start at once putting them in the sand. I always start on the left end of the bench and work to the right, first cutting a line one-half inch deep in the sand with an old knife which I hold against a lath, and put the cuttings in that cut one-half inch apart. Afrerthefirstline is finished I press the sand down firmly, take the lath, lay it against the finished line and cut another line. I keep on that way until all are in and then give the bench another good soaking, which will level the sand and settle the cuttings. If I have not enoagh cuttings to finish out a line I place a label next to the last cutting and mark same with the next variety and date of patting in sand. I have no bottom heat, only enough to heat the house, which, by the way, is a lean-to on a rote house facing sonth. No sun gets into that house in the winter months. Otherwise the cuttings shonld certainly be shaded with newspapers or some other light material. Sprinkle lightly once in a while but only on warm d-»v8. I keep the heat between 50° and 56° if possible, airing a little if above 56° and applying steam heat if below 50°. The cuttings will be well rooted in from four to five weeks and I take them out immediately, planting them in boxes three Inches deep filled with good sandy loam and a sprinkling of bone meal but no other fertilizer. The young shoots are set two inches apart each way and left in these boxes until planting out time comes, which will be at the end of March or the beginning of April. I place them in the carnation house and shade them with newspapers for about three days, from 10 until 3 o'clock, if the sun is out, otherwise not at all. I give the ground where they are to be planted two plowings, one in the fall, followed by a good coat ol manure, and another plow- ing and harrowing just before planting. This will leave the ground in first-class condition to produce good stocky plants by August. I plant in rows twelve inches apart each way, watering as fast as one row is finished. I like to plant as early as pos- sible, so the young plants will get the benefit of the late rains I kerp the ground well cultivated and free from all weeds daring the four months the plants are in the field and water as often as once a week during June and July, always giving a light boeing after each sprink- ling to keep the ground loose. As soon as the young plants have a height of six inches I break the tops ofi' to make them breakout from the sides and bottom and keep on pinching back until ready to go in the house. In the meantime I prepare my cama- ti m houses for replanting. I take oft" all wire and strings, pull out the old plants and burn them, take the old soil all out and give each house a good sulphuring, which I do by taking three 5-inch pots full of sulphur, placing one in the middle and one about thirty feet from each end, of the house, closing all ventilators and doors before lighting the sulphur. The fumes of this will kill all animal .and veg- etable matter that may be left in the house. The next day I give a good air- ing, sweep and wash ofi the benches and rake out all refuse. It is then time to give all rough wood a good coat of lime wash, the bars and planed wood being gone over with white lead every other year. Then I bring in my soil, which I have piled up in the fall and mixed with about one- fifth of well rotted stable manure and turned over twice, giving it a sprink- ling of bone meal when taking it into the house. My benches hold five inches of toil and are four feet wide When the house is filled I give it all a good soaking and wait two or three days before plant- ing. Before I start to plant I rake o8 the bench and make a line by pulling a plant- ing rope from one end to the other. I make five rows, keeping the outside rows four inches away from the board. I will also mt-ntioa that I have the house well shaded with yellow clay-water. This is easily washed ofi at any time, without breaking any glass. When the plants are taken from the field the ground should not be too dry, 608 The American Florist. May ■/. as the roots are easily broken ofl. To this end I give a sprinkling two or three daja before taking the plants up. I leave but very little soil on the roots, as they are easier handled and take hold quicker in the benches. I plant about ntty at a time and water at once to settle the soil around the roots and keep them from wilting. We try to set the plants about one inch higher than they were in the field to prevent stem rot. I plant, according to variety, eight or ten inches apart and pinch back all bads that hap- pen to be on. For the next week I give only overhead sprinkling twice a day and keep walks well dampened. From then on I water when needed and syringe overhead, but only in the morning and in clear weather, to give the plants a chance to dry oflf before night. I keep ventilation on day and night until the nights get too cool, when the thermometer outside drops below 50°. In cloudy or rainy weather I apply a little heat with a little air on to keep dampness out. Keep on giving more heat as needed and try to keep the tem- perature in the honse at 54° or 56° at night and 75° in the daytime, with ven- tilators wide open in bright weather. I never give any top dressing, using liquid fertilizer well along in January and then only thin and once a week. I give my houses a good smoking with tobacco stems once a week after the flow- ers are all cut. This will keep greenfly and red spider in check. We water always between the plants and never sprinkle overhead in December, January and February. When the sun is getting higher In March I commence again with sprinkling and apply heat only toward morning if needed. If the weather should get veiy warm I give a little light shad- ing with clay and water. I also give liquid manure from then on once a week, a little stronger than before, and water is rot should be pulled out and burned and avoid taking cuttings affected with any disease. A Private Establishment. One of the finest, best equipped and best managed private places in the west Is that of J. J. Hill, the St. Paul railroad magnate, presided over by A. Hallstrom. Altogether there is abont 15 000 square feet of glass, there being four or five houses varying in size and shape and built without much regard fornniformity. The crowning efibrt in the building line was realized last summer when the latest addition was erected. This house is 29x84 in dimensions, divided into six equal compartments. The frame, posts, trusses, sash bars and gutters are steel. Double thick 16x20 butted glass is employed. The bench supports are made of steel and the benches of sandstone grooved and pierced with holes at inter- vals so as to secure ptrfect drainage. A complete system of piping for hot water heat gives absolute control of the heat- ing in each compartment. The walks are constructed of sandstone and cement, and the whole house has an air of clean- liness not otten found in a greenhouse. All kinds of plants are grown in this house or set of houses, but the finest of all were the hybrid roses in 5 inch to 7inch pots, carrying from twenty to thirty-five buds and blossoms. The vari- eties noted were Ulrich Brunner, Magna Charta, Mrs. John Laing, Paul Neyron, and Gen. Jacqueminot. Crimson Rambler and Dorothy Perkins are also grown, and the latter is considered by Mr. Hall- strom one of the finest pot plants ever introduced. In the rose houses there are Bridesmaid, Bride, Snuvenir de Wootton, American Beauty, Golden Gate, a few Ralduin, some President Carnot, Mme. Testout and Meteor. VIEW IN THE GREENHOUSES OF JAMES J. HILL, ST. PAUL, MINN. needed more from now on. One item I forgot to mention before is disbudding. This should be attended to continually. Should black spot appear on the plants, the leaves should be picked off at once and burned or the disease will sprrad over the whole house. The same may be said of rust. Plants aflected with stem The carnations are all looking fine and though but few of each variety are grown, and all in the same house, they all seem to thrive with equal freedom and vigor. Lawson, Prosperity, Bfadt, Marquis, Mary Wood, Crane, White Clond and other new and choice sorts are grown. A house of orchids appears in fine con- dition and gives promise of blooms later on. Some extra fine cattleyas and den- drobes were noted. Some very fine spec imen plants of Cyclamen Papillio, pelar- goniums, marguerites. Cineraria stel- lata, auracarias, latanias and so forth are shown. It had never before occurred to the writer that such an establishment requires harder work and more use ol brains than the ordinary commercial establishment of ten times its propor- tions, but the multifarious duties of growing everything in limited space and having something new and pleasing for each member of the family presents more obstacles than those In commercial estab- lishments for cut flowers and plants. This is certainly a model establishment and Mr. Hallstrom deserves great praise for his wise management of It. Fblix. ROSES. THE CARE OF YOUNG STOCK. Do not slight your young stock of roses now that Memorial day draws near. We will all be very busy but it will not do to neglect the stock upon which we must depend next winter. There is always a strong tendency to do away with the night fireman too early, or if you have no fireman, to shut ofif the boilers. Tais is a mistake. At this time of the year there are a great many chances to get an attack of mildew on account of sudden changes in tempera- ture, but if you keep the steam going much trouble will be avoided. Bear in mind that the coldest time in the day, at all seasons, is about 5 o'clock in the morning, and if you start the fire in the evening and leave it, you are not very liable to have any heat in the pipes at that hour. All of the stock should be shifted into 3inch pots, at least, by this time. Do not let them get pot bound, but keep them in a growing condition and give all the air possible. The more you harden your stock by giving plenty of air the less liable it is to take mildew and black spot. The pipes should be kept painted with a thin layer of sulphur and occa- sionally the bellows should be used to blow the sulphurthrough the houses. The disbudding should be attended to thoroughly. Do not wait until the buds show color, but pinch back, to the second eye at least, as soon as they begin to swell. I have seen much better results by disbudding on soft growth than by waiting for the wood to harden. If you have grafted stock they should be gone over frequentiv and all of the Manetti shoots cut ofl; also examine every union and see that the binding is not cutting into the wood; if it is it should be cut loose. I think it a very good plan to stake all of the grafted stock, as by so doing you will be better able to svringe thoroughly without breaking ofl the graft. Watch the Liberty ver3' carefully as it is more susceptible to red spider and black spot, and when disbudding do not forget to pinch back several eyes. If this Is not done you are very liable to get a great deal of short growth, which will produce only short-stemmed flowers. The Liberty shonld be pinched back harder than any of the other varieties in order to give satisfaction. The proper disbudding of this variety is one of the most important things necessary to its success. If you grow Golden Gate you are very igo2. The American Florist. 609 GREENHOUSES AND GARDEN OF JAMES J. HILL, ST. PAUL, MINN. liable to have plants which throw a little too much brush. If so it will be well to look them over occasionally and cut this all out and induce stronger breaks. During the spring and summer the young stock needs its full share of atten- tion and whenever it is neglected the plants give evidence of it later. Treat them well now and later on they will show their appreciation and you will be thankful. R. I. Mushroom Culture in France. Nearly all the mushrooms consumed in Paris are grown in the disused quarries which honeycomb the country to the south of the city, more particularly in the neighborhood of Sceaux. Some of these excavations, writes Consul-General John K. Gowdy in response to numerous reqaests from cultivators in the United States, are of enormous extent and might properly be called, in certain instances, mines, for they have horizontal galleries, or levels, at various depths; but usually they have only one gallery, some 300 yards to half a mile in length and are from thirty to 150 feet belowthe surface. These galleries are generally from seven to ten feet in height, though occasionally so low that a man can scarcely stand upright ia them. They are in most cases wide enough for two rows of beds, with a footway eighteen inches wide down the middle. These old quarries are chosen for mush- room culture for three reasons: (1) Because mushrooms can be grown in them all the year around. (2) Because they can be had cheap, the rental of one of these galleries with space for a double row of beds being only 15 centimes (3 cents) per running meter (1.1 yards). (3) Because the mushrooms are believed to be superior in flavor to those grown in the open air. American gourmets, ho we ver, generally prefer the uncultivated mushrooms, and perhaps the Parisians would if they had more opportunities for making a comparison between them. From two and one-half to three tons of these cave-grown mushrooms are sent to market every day, and the total value of the trade is about $3,000,000 a year. The grower first procures a quantity of horse manure. The large gprowers generally contract with cab and omnibus proprietors, carriers, and carmen, there being a belief that the dung of strong animals in constant work is better than that of hacks and hunters, which do little or light work. Moreover, in well-kept stables there is too large a proportion of clean straw with the manure, and this is quite useless to the mushroom grower, although he does not object to a certain proportion of wheat straw (not exceed- ing fifty per cent) if it is sufficiently dirty, trodden, and steeped in urine. Some- times the grower will arrange to take all the sweepings of a large stable, paying 6 francs ($1.15) per month per horse; sometimes the manure is bought by the cubic meter or cartload, the average price being $1 per cubic meter (35.3 cubic feet). Tne manure is unloaded in a shady place, as near the mouth of the shaft leading to the quarry as possible. Many growers prepare a wooden frame of variable size, according to the heap to be treated, having the sides fifty inches high. This does not appear to be absolutely necessary, but probably facilicates the process of fermentation. The manure is shaken up and then pressed down with a fork, and the box is filled level with the top. The heap is then watered with a large watering pot. Fermentation soon begins and a ther- mometer thrust into the heap on the sixth day will mark a temperature of over 150° Fah. After eight or nine days the frame is removed and the heap turned over, the portion in the middle being brought to the sides, and vice versa. The frame is then put back, and the heaps watered again, but less copiously. Eight or nine days later, the process is repeated for the third and last time, and, after remaining another week or so, the heap is ready for the mushroom beds. The temperature has then fallen to from 86° to 100° Fah., and the manure is brown, moist and does not soil the hands when touched. It has also lost about twenty- five per cent of its bulk and does not fill the frame to a height of more than three feet. The total time occupied in the preparation of the manure has been from twenty-four to thirty days. The manure is then thrown, or lowered in baskets, down the shaft and conveyed in narrow wheelbarrows to the part of the "cave" where the beds are to be made. The shapes of the beds vary according to the grower's fancy or prejudices, but they are rarely flat. If away from the wall they are often made roof-shaped, or if against the wall, ©f the form of a lean-to roof. If space has to be economized, and the height of the cave permits, stakes are driven into the wall of the gallery, boards laid across them, and a mound made on the boards. Sugar-loaf mounds are also made in odd corners, and sometimes a cask will be sawn in two and the halves filled with compost. This last, however, is rarely used except to grow specimens for exhibition at shows. The beds are still too hot to use, but if the gallery is not far below the surface and is well ventilated they soon cool 610 The American Florist. May ly. down to the required temperatare, between 60° and 65° Fah. If they do not, a stake it thrust into the moand and raised a few inchei, admitting the cool air. Dampness ia not prejndicial; In fact, if the galleries are dry, watering is required before the mushrooms begin to grow, but not afterwards. On the big farms a well is often dug in the gallery; but in the small farms, or where this is not practic- able, the following simple but Ingenious plan is used: A tank is placed at the mouth of the shaft and filled; one end of a thick string or loosely twisted cord is placed in the water and the other end lowered down the shaft and suspended over a tank at the bottom. The water passes along the string by capillary attraction and drips into the bottom tank. The beds are now ready for sowing. A bed that is in full bearing is pulled to pieces, and bits of it are inserted into holts dibbled in the new beds; or a por- tion of an old bed from the previous sea- son (for the spawn will keep indefinitely) which has been pressed is used. A piece of this "cake," when examined will be found to have a number of white thread- like filaments running through it. Por- tions of this cake (4x2 inches, or so) are stuck into holes in the new beds, some eighteen inches apart and covered. At the end of eight to twelve days they are uncovered, and if the filaments are found to have spread to the surrounding soil the cake is taken out and thrown away; if not, the "mise" (or cake) is left for a few days longer, or a fresh piece inserted. If the mise has taken, in twenty or twenty-five days these white filaments will be found difiused through the whole bed. . The bed is then lightly beaten with the hand and covered with the soil in whiih the mushrooms are to be grown. This may be anything that is not clayey; in stone quarries the du'-t of the stones is olten used, or sand will do If ordiiary soil is employed, a hole is dug in a field or garden, the earth tak^n from the bot- tom and sifted from clods and stones The object of taking the earth from deep down is to prevent the seeds of plants being transported. The mound is cov- ered to the depth of an inch or so, and the surface beaten flat with a board or wooden shovrl In from twentv to thirty-five days the mushrooms begin to appear, singly or in clumpt. Small, white granulations first appear at the base of the bed, and a few days later th'- whole surface is covered with fungi. They are considered ready to be picked when the cup has left the stem by about half an inch and are gath- ered by gently screwing them round and round till the stem comts out. The beds will continue bearingfor iourmonthsand in that time will produce six pounds of mu'hrooms to the square yard. The mushrooms when gathered are sorted according to color and size and are sold at irom 10 cents to 20 cents (50 centimes to 1 franc) per pound: but the price, of course, is subject to fluctuations. The mushroom grower has not many enemies to contend with, and only one of these is serious. Two forms of parasitic mold, known as the "green" and the "soft" — possibly only diffirent stages of the same disease — attack the mnshrooms, but do little harm, the crops being grown and gathered so quickly. Rats and mice and slugs and snai's are easily poisoned or got rid of, but the only enemy to be feared Is a dipterous insect of the genus sciara, smaller than the common housefly, and perhaps identical with the small fly often found on old cheese. This fly breeds in such quantities that the candles carried by the men who tend the beds are often extinguished by them. Id the full- grown state this fly does little or no harm, but its larva infest the beds and walls and destroy the mushrooms before they appear above the ground. After a season of four or five months the beds produce little, and the growers say they are exhausted and must rest for six or eight months; at the end of that time the beds bear as well as ever, and many naturalists assert that the so-called exhaustion is nothing of the kind, but is the work of these maggots. When the galleries are closed for some months the flies and maggots die, and work can be reoumed. It has been proposed to get rid of this pest by burning sulphur, or by the fumes of sulphide of carbon, or some other agent, but the growers prefer the old method. The profit of mushroom growing is fairly good, as the following figures will show. Cost per square yard: Manure, 10 cents; labor, 20 cents; rent, 2 cents; total 32 cents. Receipts persquareyard: Six pounds mushrooms, 90 cents; spent manure, 5 cents; total, 95 cents. At home our growers would no doubt take means to destroy the insect and thus secure crops all the year round. If this could be done, the profits might be estimated at nearly $2 per square yard. I have described the method of cultiva- tion at some length, as the French grow- ers assert that even a temporary depart- ure from any of the rules will cause a failure of the crop. It remains only to be added that the galleries should not be lighted (mushrooms grow best in the dark) and should be kept scrupulously clean. Dahlias For Cut Flowers. In mv rr marks on dahlias in a recent issue I mentioned that the question of varieties ia not now of first importance to the trade generally because growers and dealers have become better acquainted with the varieties and their characteristics. This applies to dahlias for general purposes, such as bedding, general collections, specimen plants, home bouquets, exhibition and so forth, but every rule has its exceptions, and, with dahlias, the exception is as to vari- eties for commercial cut flowers. For this purpose a dahlia must be of good form, have long stems, good bright color, keep well after cutting, bear ship- ping in good conrlition, and to be profit- able it must be a fairly good bloomer. I say a fairly good bloomer bi cause a superb fluwer bringing $3 to $5, and sometimes even $10 per hundred, for we sold dahlias last year wholesale at 10 cents each, is profitable with five to ten blooms per plant. The price lor cut dahlias a few years ago was 50 cents to $1 per hundred blooms, with only Nymphaea selling for $2. Now these cheap flowers are out of date. The average price for first-class cut dahlia blooms last year was $2 per hundred, with special varieties running on up to $3, $4, $5 and $10 per hun- dred. S S. Pennock, of Philadelphia, sold thousands of Clifford W. Bruton, yellow, at $30 per thousand bnd selected May Lomas and Grand Duke Alexis for $5 per hundred. Nymphaea and A. D. Livoni, pink; Storm King, Perle and Henry Patrick, white; Qaeen of Yellows, Red Hussar, Wm. Agnew and Lyndburat, red, all sold for $2 per hundred blooms. Claribel, purple, sold at $1.50 to $2 50 per hun- dred, according to length of stems. These varieties are the ones that best answer the commercial requirements and can be procured from the trade generally. Twentieth Century, the orchid single, sold wholesale at $4 per hundred in Phil- adelphia last year, and as it is a good bloomer is one of the most profitable to g^row. W. P. Peacock. The New Yoik Exhibition. T\in third annual meeting and exhibi- tion of the Horticultural Society of New York was held at Bronx Park on Wednes- day afternoon. May 14. At the business session the entire old board of officers was re-elected with the exception of four mem- bers of the council, three of whom were dropped because the charter recently obtained reduces the number of council- lors from thirty-three to thirty, and one of whom was replaced by T. A. Have- meyer. The report of the secretary showed a balance of $950 in the perma- nent fund and a total membership of 201, an increase of seventy members dur- ing the year. A very interesting lecture on "Features of the New Zealand Flora" was delivered by Dr. N. L. Britton and illustrated by stereopticon slides supplied by L Cockayne, government botaniat of New Zealand. The exhibition held in the Museum building brought out some excellent groups of shrub bloom and decorative greenhouse plants. Siehrecht & Sons were the largest contributors, their dis- play comprising stove and greenhouse plants in variety in which the anthuri- ums were especially conspicuous, rhodo- dendrons, mollis azaleas, etc. Frank Wienberg sent large groups of alpine and rockerv plants, succulents, begonias, etc., H. T. Clinkaberry rare orchids, W. H. S. Wood shrub bloom and the Bedford Agassir Association wild flowers. The main interest centered in the com- petition for the prize of $50 for the beat horticultural novelty. The entries were as follows: J. H. Troy, dwarf growing ivy from the Caucasian mountaina; R. &J.Farquhar& Co., Boston, climbing rose The Farquhar; H. A. Clinkaberry, Zygopetalum Roeblingianum (rostratum X Gauthierii); L. H. Foster, Nephrolepia Fosterianna; F. R. Pierson Co., Nephro- lepis Piersonii and John Lewis Childs, Ttitonia crocata. The coveted award fell to the Pierson fern, which was recently illustrated and described in these columns. "Red Devil" Lawn Mowers. A citizen of "slow Philadelphia" now uses an automobile lawn mower! It ia P. A B. Widener, who, no doubt, found the "red devil" of Paris so fascinating that he decided to put one to the hitherto tedious and unexciting process of shav- ing a lawn. K close shave at lightning speed leads us to wonder how soon the tree pruners of the rich will flit about their tree-tops in Santos-Dumont flying machines!— iVewspaper Clipping. WoBCESTBB, Mass.— 0. B. Hadwen has offered to the city of Worcester a gift of a fiftjr-acre tract of land on the shores of Curtis pond for a public park, stipulat- ing that it shall be given the name of Hadwen park. Milwaukee, Wis.- Chas. Bnrmeister ia building four 160-foot houses, using the Dietsch patent construction. Nic. Zweifel is building a rose house 30x200, and the C. C. Pollworth Company one of the same size. igo2. The American Florist. 611 A CROSS PRINCIPALLY GLOXINIAS AND BEGONIAS. New York. MAT MEETING OF THE CLUB —MANY MAT- TERS OF INTEREST. — EXHIBITION PLANS. —GOOD THINGS ON EXHIBITION. — PHILA- DKLPHIAN TALKS OF THE DEVELOPMENT OF THE BUSINESS —EVERYONE SHOULD HELP THE SHOWS. — MARKET STILL INACTIVE— LARGE SUPPLIES THE RULE. —VARIOUS NOTES OF DOINGS OF INTER- EST. The May meeting of the New York Florists' Club was held at the store of President Sheridan, no satisfactory club room having been found thus far. There were about thirty members present. Robert Craig, of Philadelphia, was a visitor. On the table were some very fine pansies from H. Beaulieu, and a remarkable diminutive ivy from the Caucasian mountains, shown by J. H. Troy. On recommendation of the officers of the club H. A. Bunyard was unani- mously elected to serve as superintendent of the Madison Square Garden exhibi- tion next fall. A letter from Edwin Lonsdale ofiering the American Rose Company's special prizes for exhibits of tjooms of the new Ivory rose was pre- •ented. An invitation was received from the Horticultural Society of New York to attend the third annual meeting and exhibition of that society. Secretary W. J. Stewart, of the S A. F., asked the approval of the club for the removal of the inscription from the flag presented by the club to the national society at the convention of 1888 and same was granted. S. L. Butterfield was appointed to succeed Wm. Plumb as a trustee. The judges, Messrs. O'Mara, Cook and Bum- ham, recommended the award of a cer- tificate to Mr. Troy for his dwarf ivy and honorable mention to Mr. Beaulieu for Mme. Ferret pansies. The matter of transportation to Asheville came up and the president was authorized to appoint a committee to take charge. Mr. Craig, being called up, made a cheery little talk on the development of the floral business within the past thirty-five years, relat- ing some of the history of the introduc- tion of the American Beauty rose and asserting that there is more glass, more capital and more men employed today in the production of this one specialty than there was devoted to all branches of commercial floriculture at the time American Beauty was introduced. He remarked the vast proportions to which the cut flower commission business had attained since its humble beginning not so very long ago, and recalled some of his experiences in the old times, when the present conveniences in the floral trade were unknown. Referring to the matter of exhibitions he argued that all should do something to help awaken a general interest, even if at a sacrifice, and that we all owe something to our business, which, as a matter of conscience and duty, we should not withhold. The flower market is in a state of col- lapse this week. Whether it will revive again this season is doubtful. The only element that can put life and activity Into it will be the cutting oif of the greater part of the supply. The product in all lines far exceeds any outlet that can be provided for it. Violets are finished and so are freesias, Roman hya- cinths and most of the tulips and daff'o- dils, but the receipts of sweet peas, pan- sies, daisies and similar material fully offset the gain. Carnations have felt the pressure, as well as everything else, and much unsold stock is in evidence in the wholesale establishments, the quality being generally inferior. Twelve dollars a hundred is about the best price obtain- able for the finest American Beauty roses and all other grades are away down. Outdoor lily of the valley has pushed the indoor product to the wall for the time being and brings about the same price per thousand as the forced stock has been bringing per hundred. Decoration day never makes much of a stir in this market, so there is no apparent prospect for improvement In general conditions until growers begin to throw out their stock and prepare for replanting. Irises and gladioli side by side in the same window with chrysanthemums, and outdoor lilacs not far away, furnish an interesting object lesson as to the extent to which commercial floriculture has managed to reverse the seasons and furnish practically anything and every- thing at any time of the year. Violets alone seem to baffle those who would produce them in summertime, but who can say that this also will not be accom- plished in the near future. Perhaps, however, the day is not far distant when the public, wearied of the surfeit of unsea- sonable things, will turn its fancy to greater simplicity in flower selection and decline to accept chrysanthemums in spring or forsythias in the fall. The committee of the New York Florists' Club in charge of the outing to Witzel's Grove, announces that they will get up a beautiful souvenir programme for that event. Special premiums are solicited from the patrons of the organ- ization, for the various athletic events, such as baseball between the married and single men, the East Side and the West Side; fat mens' race, boys' race, girls' race, sack race, etc., and same will be duly displayed in the souvenir pro- gramme. Address H. A, Bunyard, 38 West Twenty-eighth street. Frequenters of the Cut Flower Exchange will be pained to learn that Miss Theresa Devitt, sister-in-law to Frank Millang, who has been employed for the past four years at Mr. Millang's counter in the flower market, died of heart failure on the morning of Tuesday, May 13. Miss Devitt was a very capable as well as a very attractive young lady and was held in high esteem. Her age was 23 years. The opening of a new play at several theatres Monday night furnished an opportunity for quite ft display of floral. 612 The American Florist. May 17, gifts to popular performers. M. Bowe made a big ship of roses for Cherry Simp- son, at Daly's. It was six feet long. A floral automobile went from the same artist to Miss Haynes, at the Garrick. This was of pink roses entirely. The Harriet Cleary geranium seems to take the fancy of the frequenters of Cleary'a auction room. The variety was raised by J. M. Horsburgh, of Elizabeth. The color of the flower trusses closely approaches that of the Lawson carna- tion. Dunne & Company show some mam- moth cacti, four and five feet tall, from Arizona, which attract considerable notice irom passers. There is quite a demand for these for decorative beds about summer hotels and such places. George Saltford has his new place of business on Twenty-ninth street all finished and it looks very attractive. The walls and ceiling are appropriately covered with paper adorned with clusters of purple violets. . Julius Lang is receiving quantities daily of purple, white and yellow Spanish irises which are among the prettiest of the seasonable flowers in the market and find a ready sale among the high class stores. The 5 a. m. rule at the Cut Flower Exchange causes more or less dissatisfac- tion and a large number of the stall holders have signed for a change to 6 a. m., as the opening honr for the market. Pat. Smith, John I. Raynor's foreman, has acquired a new dignity since the coming last Thursday of a daughter to his home. Ten pounds, he says. Alexander Wallace, who has been quite ill with appendicitis for some time, is suffi- ciently recovered to be able to come to business lor a few hours daily. H. Beaulieu has received news of the death of Mme. Ferret, the originator of the pansy that bears her name. L. J. Kreshover is preparing to open a stand in the Flower Exchange for the sale of general florists' supplies. The Kervan Company will remove about May 24 to 20 West Twenty-sev- enth street. H. A. Siebrecht has just returned from a business trip to the Berkshires in Mass- achusetts. ThoB. Young, Sr., is reported as veiy low and small hopes for recovery this Geo. M. Stumpp is booked to sail on the Kaiser Wilhelm der Grosse on June 17. Visitors: Robt. Craig and Geo. C. Watson, Philadelphia; Wm. Donald, Ros- lindale, Mass. Minneapolis. TRADE BBTTEE THAN WAS ANTICIPATED.— BEAUTIES THB ONLY SHORTAGB.— NOTES OF VARIOUS DOINGS. The demand for flowers the last seven days has been somewhat brisk, more so than was anticipated. Stock In general is plentiful, excepting Beauties, wWch have been short, with a brisk call. Tea roses and carnations can be secured in quantities. The blooms are excellent and good prices are realized for the stock sold The heaviest trade has been on funeral orders, thereby cleaning up the white flowers. „ „ „ i... At Anoka, Minn, D. O. Pratt's new range is about completed, and will make one of the finest plants in the northwest. William Desmond has taken charge. R Will is bringing to market excellent blooms of Crane, Joost, White Cloud and Bradt carnations. He has his young stock all planted in the field. C. F. R. Chicago. MARKET STILL 0\-ERLOADED IN SPITE OF THB COOLER WEATHER.— MUCH GRAD- ING NECESSARY IN ROSE STOCKS. — BEAU- TIES MOVING BEST OF ALL.— MANY GOOD CARNATIONS AND OLD SORTS DO NOT MOVE. — TONS OF LOCAL LILAC. — SPRING FLOWERS LIKELY TO BE GONE BY MEMORIAL DAY. — THE MATTER OF FLOW- ERS AT COMMENCEMENTS.— DOINGS OF GROWERS, RETAILERS AND OTHERS.— NOTES. Cooler weather has undoubtedly helped the market situation this week, but the improvement has been in such slight degree that many wholesalers declare there has been none at all. The receipts are still far in advance of the possibilities of satisfactory consumption and the only item which is moving with any degree of activity is Beauties. Many growers are throvring out the old plants and with others the cut is coming ofl', so that sup- plies are not so large on this item as they are on many others. Of tea roses there is decidedly more than can be placed to advantage. The stock is soft and it requires so much grading to get out shipping qualities that the better end of the cut brings fair prices, but the great proportion which will not ship can be moved only for little or nothing. There are such large receipts of first-class car- nations that those growers of the old- time sorts are left practically without a market. The up-to-date novelties have the call on whatever demand there is, and are making fairly satisfactory returns, but the other grades are selling for whatever the buyers are willing to pay. Pasonias are coming in at an unprecedented rate for so early In the season and are popular with the buyers, although not selling any too briskly. There are large receipts, also, of outdoor tulips, and everything else for that mat- ter. There are simply cartloads of lilac, the local cut being now on, and it simply will not move at all. The only redeem- ing feature in the situation is that the outdoor flowers seem likely to be pretty well out of the way by Memorial day. At present shipping trade is only mod- erately active and local buying very dull. A committee of the Retail Florists' Protective Association and the Whole- sale Cut Flower Association interviewed Superintendent Cooley last Monday in the matter of the use of flowers at the June commencements. The prohibitive order of the School Board cut a big hole in the flower trade last year, and it is the earnest wish of everyone identified with the industry that the order be rescinded. Professor Cooley does not see the matter in the same light as the florists and is largely responsible for the Board's posi- tion, but he arranged that the trade associations meet the School Board next Thursday afternoon. May 22, to state their case. In the meantime it would be influential if the retailers' customers, par- ticularly the poorer ones, were encour- arped to write to Professor Cooley or any member of the Board, saying that they would like the privilege of sending flowers or other gifts to graduates at the commencement exercises. Some of the best longiflorum lilies of the season are now coming in. Frank Garland has some excellent ones, and Bassett & Washburn are cutting lilies as good as ever ofi'ered In the market. The bulbs were bought under the somewhat impressive name of Lilinm longiflorum multitlorura glganteuin. They seem worthy of the appellation, but the flowers can't be had for Easter. The supply of ferns from last year's stock seems to be well cleaned up. Of the several millions put in cold storage last fall, very few are left, and of these some lots are coming out in poor shape. The coarse Michigan ferns are arriving and some stock is coming up from Ala- bama, better than that from Michigan, but these ferns are all soft and slow to move while the Berkshire stock is to be had. Owing to the light attendance at the meeting of the Florists' Club May 14, no business was transacted. John Hoeft, of Park Ridge, brought along some extra good blooms of Triumph and Flora Hill carnations for exhibition. The entertain- ment committee is making arrangements for a ladies' night, when cards will be a feature. There is a prospect that the curbstone salesmen will be back at work shortly, for the city authorities have permitted the newsboys to return to their street stands and Mayor Harrison is quoted as saying that there shall be no favoritism in the matter of street privileges. The grounds around E. G. Uihlein's city residence, 34 Ewing Place, have been very attractive recently with flowering plants, including six Magnolia Soul- angeana, twenty-five Azalea mollis (standards), 500 hyacinths 2,000 tulips and 7,000 crocus. Peter Reinberg has shipped or planted the last of his carnation cuttings. Archie Spencer says that this season's sales of rose and carnation cuttings and rose plants will run very close to a million, a most prodigious number. The Ernst Wienhoeber Floral Company was incorporated this week by Ernst Wienhoeber, Helena Wienhoeber and George W. Wienhoeber. The capital stock is $25,000. August Jurgens has the sympathy of the trade in the loss of one of his sii- months-old boy twins, who died Wednes- day. Interment was at Concordia Cem- etery on Friday. 8. Mulr says that the season for out- door work promises to be the best on record, but the cool weather lately has somewhat retarded business. A. C. Brown, of Springfield, has been in town this week, participating in the big golf tournament at Wheaton, making some good scores. Some of the big growers have been helping out the sufierers in the recent big hail storm at Blue Island by donations of young stock. M. D. Young, of Dayton, O., was In town this week on his way to Denver, where he has bought an interest in a buiiness. Kennicotts say that though prices average low the receipts are so heavy that sales foot up well above a year ago. The McKellar & Winterson Company is figuring on good Memorial day trade. The supply business is already brisk. Joe Curran, the popular manager at Friedman's, is rejoicing in the birth of a daughter. E. C. Amiing says he looks for a stead- ily improving market for the next few weeks. C. W. Northrup, of La Grange, is send- ing in the finest outdoor tulips of the season. J. B. Deamud has returned from a few days visit to his farm near Saginaw, Mich. C. 11. Fisk, of A. L. Randall's, made n trip to the Twin Cities last week. Visitors: Chas. Loveridge, Peoria; J. A. Evans, Richmond, Ind. jgo2. The American Florist. 613 Boston. SEASON OF PLANTING NUHSERY STOCK PROLONGED BY COOL WEATHER. — PYRUSBS AT THE ARBORETUM ARE IN THEIR PRIME. — WHOLESALE MARKET OVERBURDENED.— SURPLUS IN NBAKLY EVERY LINE OF CUT FLOWERS. — MEMO- RIAL DAY LOOKED FORWARD TO.— GOOD DEMAND EXPECTED. — VARIOUS NOTES. The cool weather of the past two weeks has been a great help to the nurserymen, retarding growth and giving them a longer season than was anticipated. Flowering trees and shrubs are still, however, from one to two weeks ahead of the average spring. The frosts w^hich are reported as doing so much damage in other localities have not injured any- thing in this vicinity and the gardens are very gay with late tulips, ipirsas, Japan quince and other seasonable things. Apple trees, wistarias, red buds and so forth are just in their prime. The pymses at the Arnold Arboretum are well worth a visit. Among the newer sorts is one from Russia flowering now for the first time. It rejoices in the fierce name of Pyrus Niedswetzkyana. Its flowers are remarkably large and of a much darker pink than ever before known. Pyrus Toringo atrosanguinea is one of the prettiest bloomers in the collection. Nothing can excel, however, the grace and delicacy of Mr. Dawson's seedling variety of Pyrus baccata, known as the Hillside variety. Among the prunuses there are several very showy subjects, one of the best being Prunusorthosepala, a native of Kansas, which is a veritable cloud of white at present. Fothergilla major, formerly known as F. alnifolia, is now covered with its fragrant, tufted spheres of white. Embarrassed with an unprecedentedly stagnant market for the season and a very bountiful supply in all lines of material, the cut flower dealer in this town has had a most uncomfortable time of it during the past week and there is Uttle in the indications as to the immediate future to reassure anybody. Decoration day will, of course, soon become a very interesting subject and there is a likelihood that that occasion may see some tall scrambling, as the season is so advanced in this neighbor- hood that the usual supply of outdoor shrub and herbaceous bloom which is so much in rtquest for Memorial day work will be all past and gone and buyers will be forced to take the exotic material at an enhanced price. So wholesalers and growers are looking forward with confi- dence to a very prosperous business from their standpoint. At present the price of roses in all varieties Is very low and the surplus above the meager quan- tity called for has to be unloaded at whatever the street men choose to ofier. Violets are finished up for the season. Bulbous stock is also about at an end. At the exhibition in Horticultural Hall on Saturday, May 10, R. & J. Farquhar & Company showed plants in bloom of the new Farquhar rose and received therefor a silver gilt medal. This rose, which was raised by Jackson Dawson, is the result of a cross between Rosa Wichuraiana and Crimson Rambler. It Is of similar habit to the latter but the deep pink flowers are larger and it has a slight fragrance. Other interesting exhibits were some splendid calceolarias from Mrs. B. P. Cheney and Geo. F. Fabyan, orchids from J. E. Rothwell and a miscellaneous display of tulips, pansies and other spring flowers from several contribntori. E. J. Welch and Geo. A. Sutheriand, who have both been on the sick list for some time, are out and about once more. Chas. Ingram is in daily with a big shipment of fine lilies to Welch Bros. Visitors: C. B. Weathered, New York; Geo. C. Watson, Philadelphia. St. Louis. TRADE DULL AND STOCK VERY PLENTIFUL. — GOOD GRADES MOVE FAIRLY WELL. — THE PRICES. — MEETING OF THE CLUB. — PLANS FOR THE JUNE SESSION. — MANY' ESSAYS TO BE READ. — BEDDING PLANT TRADE THE BEST ON RECORD. — NO PROB- ABILITY OF A SURPLUS. The market at St. Louis is very uncer- tain and nothing definite can be said concerning it. Good stock is not over plentiful and brings fairly good prices, but the greater part of the flowers sent in are of second grade. As high as $5 per hundred is received for the choicet roses, while $2 is the best price for carnations. Prosperity brings a Uttle higher. Some Beauties are sent in; $3 per dozen is the highest and some are sold as low as 50 cents per dozen. Carnations run as low as 50 cents per hundred in small lots and much lower when sold in quantity. A few pasonias, principally red, are being sent in and bring $4- to $5. Sweet peas are coming in quite plentifully but are not exceptionally fine. Lily of the valley is still to be had for $3 per hundred spikes. Some irises, which are very fine, are sent in but there is not a very large demand for them. Street fakirs are doing a rushing business in carnations at two dozen for 15 cents and better ones at two dozen for 25 cents, but one of our retail stores still gets from $1 to $1.50 per dozen for carnations. Why can we not all do this? The St. Louis Florists' Club met May 8 and though the attendance was very small a very enjoyable afternoon was spent. It was decided to accept the invitation of Dr. A. S. Halstead to meet at the Commercial Club rooms June 18 as we did last year and after the meeting to have a light lunch and bowling. In connection with the meeting a smoker will be held and all are asked to attend as the subject of a picnic will be discussed and other things for the welfare of the club. There are two essays due for this meeting, one by Fred. C. Weber on "Decorations and Designs for General Commercial Purposes" and one by Carl Beyer on "Ferns and Other Greens for the Trade." Besides these are those that were to have been read at the May meet- ing, one by Otto Koenig on "Care of Bedding Plants," and one by Robt. Tesson on "New Forcing Roses for the Trade." One of the questions discussed at the May meeting was the hybridizing of geraniums. Julius Schray has done some of this work but as yet nothing special has resulted from it. Dr. Halstead has a new Queen of the West. It is a cross between that variety and J. M. Gaar, a variegated. It has inherited all of the good qualities of the Queen of the West, but differs from this variety in that it is pale cerise. The plant trade has been very good this spring, in fact better than for quite a number of years. There is not likely to be a very big surplus on hand, as there has been for the last few summers. Pape & Bergstermann have quite a fine lot of bedding stock that is being sold off very fast. They are also having quite a bit funeral and cut flower trade of late. A meeting of the Engelmann Botanical Club was held Monday evening with forty members present. The tree committee reported that their bulletin was out and that they are trying to organize the block committees in different sections of the city. It was reported that over 65,000 packages of flower seeds had been sold. Jno. Burke has given up his store on Washington avenue and intends to put in his whole time at his Grand avenue store, which wi U be remodeled to increase his display room. Visitors: Wm. Trlllow, Chicago; Mar- tin Reukauf, Philadelphia; J. J. Van Waveren, Hillegom, Holland. R. J. M. Philadelphia. ALL STOCK PLENTIFUL.— MUCH OUTDOOR BLOOM IN EVIDENCE. — BEAUTIES STILL IN HEAVY CROP. — TRADE FAIRLY ACTIVE AND PROSPECTS GOOD. — ALL ABOUT THE PRICES.— VARIOUS NOTES OF PERSONAL AND TRADE DOINGS. Flowers are plentiful, particularly shrubbery bloom from the nurseries, which can now be had in almost any quantity and which help out many a decoration. All sorts of greenhouse stock is also in full supply, particularly Beauty roses, which are still blooming freely, cuts of 1,000 or more a day from a single grower being common. S. S. Pennock takes pride in an unsolicited testimonial which he received from a Pittsburg house to which he shipped last week one order of 2,500 blooms, all long-stemmed. They arrived in perfect order and were most satisfactory in every respect. Prices on choice stock are very low, ranging from $1.50 to $3 per dozen. Special teas move well at from $6 to $8 per hundred. George Anderson is cutting some good Carnots, which help out the variety in the rose line. Carnations are still fine. Joost still leads in the pink, with Melba a good second. This latter variety must not be lost sight of, as it keeps well up to the front and there are few better. Craig & Son are carrying some good Roosevelt. Prices range from $1.50 to $2.50 and a few at $3 per hun- dred. Sweet peas are moving lively at from 50 cents to 75 cents per hundred. A few centaureas have been coming in but are not to be had in any quantity. W. K. Harris and Robt. Scott & Son are sending in fine gardenias, but the price is now 25 cents and below. The common cornflower is also seen at $1 per hun- dred. Business is very fair for the season and while the stock of weddings is slightly off, it promises to boom up again in a couple of weeks and this, together with the school commencements, will keep things lively for a while. We had the pleasure of shaking Karl Mnller by the hand the other day. In a month or so he will reach the 9C-year mark. With the exception of a little rheumatism his health is excellent. He is still active and is about the green- houses every day. He has a bright, genial disposition and is a great lover of cacti and new plants. Eugene Bemheimer is now handling some fine Golden Gates from the Edgely nurseries. He is well satisfied with the past season's business, which is the best on record for his house. K. Since 1887 the park commissioners of Concord, N. H., have received and expended a total of $43,465, of which $40,000 was regular appropriations and the balance private gifts. The city also expended $5,350 for land added to White and Rollins parks. 614 The American Florist. May ly, f LiiiiE Lkmrnmim fy^m'^i Seventeenth Yeah. Subscription, 81.00 a year. To Europe, $2.00. SuDBcrlptions accepted only from those in the trade. Advertisements on all except cover pages, 10 Cents a Line, Agate; $1.00 per inch. Cash with Order. No Special Position Guaranteed. Discounts are allowed, only on consecutive Inser- tions, as follows — 6 times, 5 per cent; 13 times 10 per cent; 26 times, 20 per cent; 52 times, 30 per cent cover space sold only on yearly contract at 11.00 per inch, net, in the case of the two front pages, regular discounts ap- plying only to the back pages. The Advertising Department of the Auebican ft,0Bi8T is for Florists, Seedsmen and Nurserymen and dealers in wares pertaining to those lineg {m/y. Orders lor less than one-hall inch space not accepted. Advertisements must reach us by Wednesday to secure insertion in the issue for the following Saturday. Address AMERICAN FLORIST CO., Chicago. Glass men say this is as good a time as any to boy at bottom prices. The paeonia as a cot flower has met with increased popolarity each year. Never before were there so many car- nation plants in the fields as at the present. The cool, rainy weather over a large area of the coontry has delayed the bed- ding plant trade. A NUMBER of growers are now bench- ing Mrs. Lawson carnation for a trial of indoor summer coltore. We are in receipt of the report of the tenth annual meeting of the American Carnation Society, held at Indianapolis last February. W. J. Godfrey, of Exmouth, Devon, Eng., has issued a fine lithograph show- ing life size blooms of four of his splendid new chrysanthemums. THBmailing label onyoutpaper shows when your subscription expires; when you send your renewal note that the date changes within two weeks; it will serve as your receipt. The experiment stations throughout the country could render valuable assist- ance to oor numerooshorticultoral socie- ties by making periodical displays of injurious Insects, in their various stages of development, at the freqoent exhibi- tions. Another. Ed. Am. Florist:— Enclosed is amoney order for the renewal of my subscription. I cannot get along without the American Florist. Ha.mpton Huff. Walla Walla, Wash. Warning. Ed. Am. Florist: — I wish to warn the florists of the country against a man who went by the name of Fred. Smith here in Omaha. He is a florist, about 32 years of age, German, and says he has been in Brazil for three years, gathering orchids, also that he has been employed on some prominent eastern places. He appears to be a good, pleasant worker but he only works long enough in a place to gain the confidence of the proprietor and go out collecting. He reports that the customers don't pay, keepa the cash and finally leaves town. In that way he swindled about a dozen Omaha people. Lewis Henderson, Sec'y Nebraska Florists' Society. Greenhouse Building. South Sudbury, Mass.— H. H. Rogers, carnation house 300 feet long. Milwaukee, Wis. — Chas. Burmeister, four houses; C. C. PoUworth Co., house 30x200; N. Zweifel, house 30x200. Cleveland, O.— Bate Bros., rose house 20x300. Providence, R. I.— Budlong&Sons Co., two American Beauty houses each 700 feet long. Butler, Pa.— E. M. Holt, range of houses. Maryville, Mo.— C. H. Hollied, house 20x80. Woodside, N. Y.— R. Dryer, range of houses. Society of American Florists. department of plant registration. J. M. Horsburgh, Elizabeth, N. J., reg- isters zonal geranium Harri't Cleary. Bruant type, color cerise pink; trusses large and round, on good stems; foliage light green with a very taint zone; vig- orous and free-flowering. R & J. Farquhar& Co., Boston, Mass, register climbing rose The Farquhar. R. Wichnraiana X Crimson Rambler, raised by Jackson Dawson. Flowers bright rose, slightly fragrant, In clusters similar to Crimson Rambler but indi- vidual blooms larger and more double. Foliage dark green and glossy, larger than that of Wichnraiana, persistent and almost evergreen. Wm. J. Stewart, Sec'y. Pruning Hardy Rhododendrons. Ed. Am. Florist:— Should hardy rho- dodendrons be manured in the fall or spring, and when is the proper time to prune them? I have been informed that the fall is better, and again, just after they are done flowering. At there seems to be such a variance of opinion, I would be pleased to hear from some authorita- tive source. J. W. B. II it is desired to shorten in straggling growths and thicken up the plant, spring is the proper time and the cut- back wood should be, syringed frequently and kept moist to encourage the forma- tion of new leaf buds. The best time to manure rhododendrons is- just as they are about to make their young growth. The best mulch for rhododendrons, how- ever, is a good bed of leaves about a foot deep, applied every fall, which should never be disturbed afterward but allowed to decay. This is the only manure we give them. Jackson Dawson. Cleveland. TRADE active AND AHEAD OF PREVIOUS YEARS — LARGE CALL FOR FUNERAL FLOWERS.— STOCK PLENTIFUL AND MOST OF IT GOOD. — SEVERE FALL IN TEMPERA- TURE DOES NOT HARM STOCK IN FIELDS. —JOTTINGS OF DOINGS OF VARIOUS GROW- ERS. Business for the past week has been very satisfactory. The volume of sales during the firit half of this month Is largely in excess of former yeari. A number of prominent members of the community have crossed "the great divide," hence an exceedingly large demand for floral tributes. The "please omit flowers" is not so much in evidence In Cleveland as in some cities in the east. June promises to be a record breaker, judging from the number of orders com- ing in for weddings and other social iunctions of a high order. All flowering stock coming in is exceptionally good, roses in particular. Carnations seem to be more plentiful. Outdoor bulbous stock is about done for. Outdoor valley is coming in. Lilacs are in abundance, with the quality fairly good. Pseoniai have not made their appearance yet. The severe weather of the past week proved detrimental to their development. On Saturday, May 10, a heavy snowstorm struck us, completely covering the ground, the worst experienced at this season for the past sixteen years. No perceptible damage, though, resulted to vegetation. Sweet peas are very much in evidence. Considerable grumbling is heard about Early Blanche Ferry, fully two-thirds of the flowers being a dull, streaky pink, not at all a desirable color and hard to dispose of at any price. Whois to blame for this, the grower or the seedsman, or is the variety deteriorating? The com- plaint seems to be quite general. It is a pleasure to walk through August Schmitt's place in Glenville, everything Is so neat and orderly. One sees upon entering the shed in a conspicuous place the following sign: "A place for every- thing and everything in its place." From the general appearance of the establish- ment the old maxim is lived up to His spring stock is up to its usual standard of excellence. A large batch of hydran- geas look very promising for Memorial day. No waste comers are to be seen here. Fred. Aul was wearing a satisfied smile when visited, having just completed twenty- four large designs for one funeral. Business is rushing with him. He has obtained the contract to furnish and plant all the bedding stock for the Glen- ville Driving Park, which will net him a neat sum. He is going to repair and repaint his entire plant this year. James Eadie would like to dispose of his St. Clair street property. The pres- ent location is becoming unsuitable for rose growing purposes, hence his desire to move to some location where he could procure the proper conditions. The club held its regular meeting Mon- day evening and elected ]. G. Schnman a member. Mr. Schuman is manager for the Essex Greenhouses, Coe Ridge, O. The Bate Bros, have under construc- tion a new house 20x30 for Brides and Bridesmaids. Echo. OBITUARY. DAVID CLIFFE. David Cliff'e, one of the pioneer florists of Germantown, died May (>, at St. Joseph's Hospital, Philadelphia. Mr. Cliffe was born sixty years ago in Delph, Yorkshire, England, and came to this country thirty-three years ago, when he went into business as a florist near Dan- ville, Pa. Twenty years ago he removed to Philadelphia and established the greenhouses at Johnson street and Ger- mantown avenue, which he conducted until his death. He was first married In England, but his wile died five years ago. By this marriage three sons survive. Three years ago Mr. Clifte married Miu Beatrice Holm, of West Philadelphia, who also survives. Mr. Clifle had been a suflcrer from diabetes for several months. Some few weeks ago he acci- dentally ran a nail into his Icit foot, and his diabetic condition eventually caused gangrene to develop. He wasthen taken to St. Joseph's Hospital, where it was found necessary to amputate the left leg on April 30. igo2. The American Florist. 615 M. I. LYNCH. Michael J. Lynch, one of the best known business men of Ponghkeepsie, N. Y., and.widely known in the trade, died on the evening of May 12, at S o'clock, after a long illness, in which he battled bravely against the inevitable, throat and lung difficulty proving fatal. It was known that he was very ill, but the announcement ot his death will be both a surprise and a shock to his many friends. Mr. Lynch was truly a self-made man, and his success in life represents a triumph over obstacles which have crashed many a one before him. He was born in Ireland, in the County Limerick, in 1846. He was one of five children of Matthew and Margaret Fitzgerald Lynch. His father was a gardener by occupation, and he died when Mr. Lynch was six months old. In 1848, in the great tide of immigration from Ireland, the widowed mother came to America with her baby. But two years later they returned to Ireland, where Mr. Lynch remained until he was 18 years old, leav- ing school at the age of 11. At that early age he was engaged by the Earl of Clare, whose estate lay on the river Sbandon, to work on the farm and in the garden. He came to America in 1864, bringing with him his mother and his brother Thomas. After various vicissitudes he obtained his footing and was at difterent times employed by W. H. Aspinwall, at Tarrytown, on what is now the Rocke- feller place, and Colonel Babbitt, of New- ton, N. J., where he laid out extensive grounds and established 'greenhouses which attracted wide attention to his skill. He located in Dutchess county in 1868, as head gardener for William B. Dinsmore, at Staatsburg. Two years later he removed to Poughkeepsie where he commenced the business in which he became so well known. He began in a small way with one greenhouse, 12x50 feet, but he built up a fine range of glass, a big business and a valuable estate. In 1870 Mr. Lynch was married to Cathe- rine Powers, of Rhinebeck. Their children are Thomas and John, associated with their father in business; Mary, Margaret, who died at the age of 16; James and Kate. Mr. Lynch was a man whose citizenship took the form of civic pride, and he made it his business to be inter- ested in and informed upon local afiairs. He was a member of the S. A. F. and some of his closest friends were his trade associates. Denver, Col.— E. W. Davies, for eight years florist at the City Park, has resigned to take charge of affairs at the greenhouses of Dayies Brothers at South Denver. BuTLKE, Pa.— Miss E. M. Holt has rented the greenhouses at Kane, Pa., to G. H. Linfoot and is beginning the erec- tion here of a range of about 10,000 feet of glass, to be usedmostlyforcamations. Knoxville, Tknn. — C. W. Crouch made some very large and handsome funeral pieces for Col. C. C. Howell, who died at Phoenix, Arizona, but was brought to Mt. Vernon, 0.,for interment. Washington, Pa.— On May 1 Joseph H. Seaman purchased of the I. Shelby Crall estate their branch store located in this city. Mr. Seaman has had charge of this store for the past four years and is thoroughly acquainted with the trade, and no doubt will make a success of the bnsinesB. SITUATIONS. WANTS, TOR SALE. Advertisements under this head will be inserted at the rate of ten cents a line (six words) each insertion. Cash must accompany order. Plant advs. not admitted under this head. SITUATION WANTED— By intelligent young man, experienced in decorative p ants, where he can learn desiguins, decorating, ^tc. f A, Itox Address 206r Saltillo, Pa. SITUATION WANTED— lly good grower for the retail trade; 14 vears' ex erience; sincle; age 34. Illinois preterrfd. Wagfs $30 aod board. Address. Retail, care American Florist. SITUATION WANTED— As foreman and grower of cut flowers and plants. Have bpen foreman with prominent florists around Cnicago for a number of years. Address Florist, Box 54, Hinsdale, 111. SITUATION WANTED— By middle aged, single gardener and llorist. for private place. Skill- ful, competent to take charge and produce attract- ive and valuable results. Please state wages in addressing A A. care American Florist. SITUATION WANTED~By June 1st; practical llorist; German, age 28 years, single; 14 years' experience with palms, ferns, forcing stock, bed- ding plants and cut Uowers. Private or commer- eial plaee near Chicago preferred. Address C .1. American Florist, Chicago. SITUATION WANTED— As foreman by thor- oughly practical florist. Good decorator, designer, etc. Grower of No. 1 roses, carnations and 'mums. First-class commercial or private position. Good wages expected. Address G. Foreman, care P. O., Canton, O. SITUATION WANTED— By first-class florist, *^ as grower; 3i years of age, sintile, strictly sober; can produce flrst-olass cut flowers; also good on pot and beddins: plants, and good designer. L felong experience, and several years in the south — where a situation would be preferred. Address H L, care American Florist. W VNTED— Two rose growers. Address Reinberg & Weiland, New Castle, Ind. WANTED— A man for general greenhouse work; steady place for the right party. Address C. LovERiDGE,"Peoria, 111. WANTED— Florist wants to buy an icebox. Send size and price. Address Z .J, care American Florist. W ANT KD— Florist for general greenhouse work. State wages. Address Frank Beu, 2780 N. Fortieth Ave., Chicago. W ANTED — Rose and carnation grower, also ood on general stock for retail plaie. MuNCiE Floral Co., JIuncie, Ind. WANTED— To buy or rent small greenhouse in live <'ity of 5.000 or more inhabitants — one with vegetable trade preferred. Address Plants, care American Florist. WANTED—Rose growers and helpers; also one man that understands growing chrysanthe- mums. The highest wages and steady work. Bassett A: Washburn, Hinsdale, 111. WANTED— Florist with good references, to grow cut llowers and pot plants. Single German preferred. Address Mrs. Geo. Waldbauer, Saginaw City, Mich. WANTED— A young man for retail florist place; must be well posted on ferns and palms; not afraid of work, and have Al references. Address H. F. Halle, 548 West Madison St., Chicago. WANTED — A young man who understands something about orchid and fern growing. State where last employed and wages wanted, with board. Address J. M. Gasser Co., Euclid Ave., Cleveland, O. WANTED — Immediately, an all-around, work- ing florist; must be sober, reliable and industrious; capable of growing good roses, carna- tions and general stock. Good place for right man. Address E H G, care American Florist. WANTED AT ONCE— Young man who has had experience in greenhouse work where roses, carnations, chrysanthemums and general stock is grown. Must be ambitious and sober. State wages wanted. Addreos Sl'nntside Greenhouses, Owosbo, Mich. WANTED — A llorist who is well-up on growing cut flowers and general greenhouse stock; must bi a good designer and be able to care for boiler, and also wait on the trade. Must have the best of references as to honesty and sobriety. S ate salary wanted in first lett'-r. Addr ss Greenhouse, care American Florist. WANTED— A good florist to grow roses, car- nations, 'mums and general stock. $?0 00 per month; board and room. State age aod refer- ences. C. HuMFELD, Clay Center, Kans. FOR SALE — Prosperous, up-to-date, growing florist business; established 12 years. Address for particulars, Mrs.S. N. Alkire, Greenview, 111. FOR SALE — Dwelling and greenhouses (no stock), centrally located in city of 4,500. Long established, paying business; no competi- tion; 3,200 feet of glass. Cause, death of owner. Mrs. Mart Kezner. Ex., .Jerseyville. 111. ■poR SALE— At a bargain, greenhouses. 25,000 -L feet of glass, land and good dwelling house, barn, etc, in best of condition and well stocked; near Chicago; owner going into other bnsinesB. Address H G. care American Florist. ' "CiOR SALE— Florist's busiaess. Well estab- -^ lished and doing a good retail business. Lo- cated in one of Chicago's wealthitfst suburbs; 25.000feetof glass well stocked for string sales. For full particulars and price address E. csre American Florist. Chicago. WANTED, 2 ROSE GROWERS for Teas and Beauty, must be flrst-class. Address with full particulars. Miller & Sons, Bracondale, Ontario, Can. For Sale at a Bargain Greenhouses, 25,000 square feet of glass, all in good condition and paying well; within 20 miles of Chicago. Owner is going to retire from business. Address F S, care American Florist. I^fe GREENHOUSES All new, about 12,000 feet of glass; a five- room frame house: large barn; city waler. All in good condition in the citv of St. Louis. For particulars address J. C. B. (FLORIST). 4724 So. nth Street, ST LOUIS, MO. FflD CAI C Biisiness including two new run wHLC greenhouses, 50x25 feet, well ^^^^^■i^^^H stocked with all kinds of plants. Houses are bnllt in the latest and most improved styles. Store fixtures including an elegant soda fountain and all pertaining to it. Stock of paims and con'ectionery, chairs and tables for ice cream parlor. Right in the heart of the business portion of city., Established 5 years. Am the only one in the business here— population 40.000. Reasons for selling, I want to go west to friends. Write for particulars. L. O'Sullivan. West Superior. Wis. RARE BUSINESS OPENMG IN CALIFORNIA. Corporation doing a wholesale and retail business over the west through catalogue, desires to materially enlarge to meet de- mands, and to this end wishes to correspond with suitable party able to invest jS3,C00 to J5,000 in capital stock of the company and devote his full time to the business. Must either be a skilled propagator and able to take charge of outside work or else experi- enced and competent to look after commer- cial part of a catalogue business. Give full particulars and experience orno attention. Address CORPORATION, care American Florist, Chicago. AMERICAN nORIST ADS ALWAYS DO BISINESS Week days and every day, Sundays and holidays, ALL OVER THE COUNTRY!^ AT HOME AND ABROAD. 616 The American Florist. May I J, PRICE LIST. ^^/W V^ BEAUTIES. Ferdoz. ^JA# ■ ■ ■ ■ Lone sterna $3.50 to $3.00 VfVf ■ ■ ■ ■ Medium stems 1.50 to 2.00 W W H ^^^ ^^^ Shortstems 75 to l.OO " •" Per 100 Brides $3.00(5.00 ^^^ -^ ^ '^ VT ^K ~^& #* Maids 3.00 6.00 M. ^\ 1^^ ■ ■ /^ ^/^ Meteors 5.00 ^^^ l^f ■ ■ ■ #m jK Gates 4.00 6.00 C^^ I ▼ ■ I I . ^m Am. Carnations 1.00 1.50 W.^ 1 ^ M M. .^L^ J^ l^M ^ large and fancies 1 50 3.0O Lilium Harrisii 10.00 12.50 iToTel''!":::: ::::"" "" 1« In Limited Quantities. Valley, select 4.00 Asparagus PlumosuB. per stg. .50 .75 BO-pOUnd CSSO, 98 00. Asparagus Spreneeri 4.00 ^ Ferns, per 10(0, }2.5') -25 40-Daund caSS, S7.00i Galax, per lOOO, $1.25 .15 "^ ' ^ Leucotboe sprays 1.01 30-paulld CasSp $6.00. Adiantum 1.00 smiiax, perdoz... ...1.50 300 Qrdors Promptlw Flii«d. Prices subject to change without notice w -- - r a J« B. DOdfTIUd^ ..CHICAGO..' Good Ferns are Scarce We are about the only unfailing source of supply in Chicago. We still have large quantities in cold storage and can supply all coiners with choice stock. Per JOO, 25c; Per 1000, $2 50; JO.OOO for $20.00. Now is the time to lay in a supply for Decoration Day. E. C. AMLING 32-34-36 Randolph St., Chicago. COMMISSIONS CARRIED OUT m LONDON or any part of Great Britain. Messrs. WILLS & SEGAR will attend to any commission from American florists for the supply of Cut Flowers, Birthday Flowers, Bouquets, High Class Floral Designs, etc., to their clients who may be traveling in England . Ufll I 9 0 CCPAD Court Plortsts to Mil nlLLO tt otUAn* majeaty. The King. ROYAL EXOTIC NURSBRY. Telesbuib, Onslow Crescent, South Kensington, FLOBonLO, London. LONDON, ENGLAND. Frank M. Ellis, WHOLESALE ELORIST, 1316 Pine Street, ST. LOUIS, MO. CONSIGNMENTS SOLICITED. TELEGRAPH CODE or THl AM. SEED TRADE ASSOCIATION In tlthn ftlff or flezlbl* ooTtr. addbiss obdibi to AMERICAN FLORIST CO., CHICAQO. Wbol^ale power/arK^ MII.WAUEII, May 15. Bosei, Beauty, long,perdoz. 3.50@ 3.0O med. " 1.00® l.BO " " ihort " .50® .75 •' Liberty 6.00@10.00 " Bride, Bridesmaid 4.00® 6.00 " Meteor 4.00® 6.00 " Golden Qate 4.00® 6.00 " Perle 4.00® 6.00 Carnation), ordinary 1.0] " fanoy 2.00 Callas 8.00 Harrisii 10.00 Lily of the valley 4.00 Daffodils 3.00® 4.00 Tulips 1.50® 3.00 Adiantum 75® 1.00 Smllax 18.00@20 00 Asparagus 65.00 Common ferns .25 PITT8BUB8, May 15. Roses, Beauty, specials 20.0C@25.00 " " extras 10.00®15.00 " " No. 1 4.00® 6.00 " " No. 2 2.00 " Bride, Bridesmaid 1.00® 6.00 " Meteor 1.00® 4.00 Carnations l.OD® 3.00 Lily of the vaUey 2.00® 3.00 Harrisii lilies 5.00@10.00 Pansies 35® .50 Daisies BO® 1.03 Sweet Peas 20® .60 Smilax 12.(i0®15.00 Adiantum 75® 1.00 Asparagus 33.O0@4O.0O OixoiiniATi, May 15. Koses, Beauty 10.00®30.00 " Bride 2,009 4.00 " Bridesmaid 2.00® 4.00 " Meteor 3.»0® 6,00 " Perle 2.00® 4.00 Liberty 1.00® 6.00 Carnations 1.00® 3.00 Lily of the valley 3.00® 4.00 SweetPeas 50® .76 Irises 2.00 Longlflorum lilies 4.00® 8.00 Asparagus 50.00 Bmllax 16.00 Adiantum cuneatum 1. 00 Common ferns .30 St. LoniB, May 15. Roses, Beauty, short stem 5.00@12.60 " " longstema 15.00@25.00 ■• Bride, Bridesmaid 2.00® 5.00 " Meteor 2.00® 5.00 " Golden Gate 2.00® 5.00 Carnations, ordinary .7.'i " oholoe 1.00® l.BO Pa'onlas B.OO Sweet peas 25® .40 Harrisii 5,00@ 8.00 Oallas 6.00@10.00 Bmilax 12.B0(»♦♦♦♦♦♦ igo2. The American Florist, 617 WeWANTYOlR TRADE We keep improving: our facilities just a step in advance of our increas- ing: business, so that we are always in a position to handle more orders. May we not have one from you, now or for Decoration Day? Lots of Beauties, best roses, fancy carnations, orchids, g;reen g;oods, every- thing;. Paconias, best sorts, white, pink, red; enougfh for everybody. Send the order; we do the rest. You'll be pleased. E.C.Ainling The Largest, Best Equipped and Most Centrally Located Wholesale Cut Flower House in ChicagfO. 32-34-36 Randolph St. CHICAGO. L. D. PHONES CENTRAL 1999 AND 1977. PRICE LIST. BEAUTIES. 30-38-mch stems, per doz., $3.00 aj " " • 3.00 20 " •' " 1 50 16 " •' '• 1.00 12 " ■* " .75 6 to 8-in, " per 100 $4.00 5.00 Per 100 Brides $4 00 6.00 Maids 4.0O 6.00 Meteors 4 00 6.00 Gates 4.00 6.00 Carnations 1.00 1.50 large and fancies 2.00 Callas perdoz., l.OO 1.25 PiEonias 3.00 6.00 Sweet Peas l.CO 1.60 Valley, select 4.00 Marguerites 75 1.00 Asparagus plumoBus, per stg, .50 .60 " SprenReri 3.0O 6.00 Ferns per 1000, I2.60; .25 Galax " 1.25; .15 Adiantum 1.00 Smllax perdoz.. 1.50 2.00 Prices subject to change without notice J. a BUDLONG Boses and Carnations A Specialty. 37-39 Randolph Street.^HICAGO. WHOLESALE 6R0WER of CUT FLOWERS The r. R. WILLIAMS CO. WHOLESALE FLORISTS. Bridas, Maids, Matoors, Carnations, Cut Adiantum, Qalax, Common Farns, and Florists' Supplies. Telephone Connections. C''L,^rv^T^A:SiT>, OHIO. WEILAND AND RISCH CHICAaO'S RELIABLE Wholesale Growert and Shippers of CUT FLOWERS. 59 Wabash Ave., Chicago. BSITD FOB WS]!KI.T FBICX LIST. WHOLESALE FLORISTS Benthey&Co. r. r. BENTHEY. Manager, Wholesale Commission Florists 31-35 Randolph St., CHICAGO. (V OonBlgnments solicited Bassett&Washburn 76 & 78 Wabash Ave., CHICAGO. Cut Flowers Wkolesale Dealers and 6rowers of i GREENHOUSES: HINSDALE, ILL. Ftease mention the A merican Florist when writing. Poehlmann Bros. Co. Wholesale Growers of I" Cut Flowers sad Dealers I All telegraph and telephone orders given prompt attention. 35-37 GKffEiTHOtrsEs: Randolph Street Morton Grove, ILL CHICAQO, ILL. When writing to any of the adver- tisers on this page please mention the American Florist. Wbol^ale [lower/\arl^ Koiei, Beauty, CmoAso, May 16. 30 to 36-inoh items 24 " 20 " " 16 " " 12 " 6to8 " "per 100 4 " Bride, Bridesmaid 3 " Meteor 3 " Perle 3 " Golden Qate 3 Carnations 1 Lily of the valley 3 Harrisii 10. Callas, per doz 1 .ao@l .25 Paeonias perdoz. .50® .75 Cattleyas, perdoz. 6.00 Sweet Peas 1 Adiantum Common ferni per 1,000 12. 50 Qalax leaves, per 1000 tl .25 Smilaz per dozen 1.50@ 2.00 3.00 2.00 1.50 1.00 .75 00@ 5.00 .00@ 6.00 00@ 6.00 00@ 6.00 00@ 6.00 00® 2.50 00@ 4.00 00@13.50 1.50 1.00 .15 There Are Buyers For all kinds of good stock advertised in.. THE AMERICAN FLORIST Watch This Space rOR FUTURE BARGAINS. JOHIV BI«OI>, 349 West North Avenue, CHICAGO, ILL. Greenhouies, Niles Center, III. Mease mention the American Florist when writing. Wholesale Growers WIETOR BROS. •iCut Flowers AU telegraph and telephone ciders given prompt attention, 51 Wabash Avenue, CHICA.GO. FRANK GARLAND, ""t^ - Cut Flowers SPECIAL ATTENTION TT*T'l^TiP'KrfBi GIVEN TO HARDY OUT *^ M3t^X.i:%-^9 S5-57 WABASH AVENUE, Telephone Central 3284. CIIIO.A.OO* GEO. REINBERG, "est.. Cut Flowers Choice American Beauties. We will take care of your orders at reasonable prices. Prompt sttbntion. B1 Wabash Ava., CHICAOO, ILL. PETER REINBERG, Grower and Wholesaler of Cot Flowers. eOO.OOO PBET OP CLASS. Haadquarters for Amarloan Beauty. 51 Wabash Av>., • CHICABO, ILL JOHN MUNO, Wholesale Grower and Shipper of "o"'" 221, 51 Wabash Ave., CHICAGO. Telephone Centbai. 3598. All telegraph aai telephone orders given prompt attention. A. L. Randall, WHOLESALE nOBrST. 4 Washington Strset, CHICAGO. Send for vjeekly price list and special quotations on 1000 lots. Gut Flowers American Florists ^^ Ads Always do business, Week days and everyday Sundays and holidays. All over the country. At home and abroad. 618 The American Florist. May ly, SAMUEL S. PENNOCK, Wholesale Florist, 1612-18 LUDLOW ST., PHILADELPHIA, PA. Liberties. GEO. A. SUTHERLAND, 34 Hawley St., BOSTON. Telephone 1270 Main. BEST BOSTON FLOWERS. AU SuppUes, Aa entire floor Devoted to Stock and Manu- facturing. Distributing Agent for United States for the wonderful LETTER, unequalled for design work. Script, any color, 3V^ a letter. Block letters, XMtc each. Tfie most elaborate design work to order in a few minutes. General Asents: H. BAYERSDORFER & CO., Philadelphji. REED & KELLER. New York City. SPECIALTIES THIS WEEK: Special American Beauty, Lily of the Valley, Violets. CITY HALL CUT FLOWER MARKET WELCH BROS., Props. 9 CHAPMAN PLACE. 15 PROVINCE STREET. Boston, Mass. The best market for Growers who can ship good Cot Flower stock. J. K. SLLEN, 106 West 28th Street, uriii vnDV PITV Telephone 167 Madison Sq. RlII lUnlkllllli OPEN AT S A. M. DAILY. N. F. MCCARTHY & GO. 84 nawley St., BOSTON, ARE RECEIVING ELEGANT ROSES- ALL VARIETIES. DON'T YOU WANT SOME? Tel. 734 and 64 MaiD. N.Y. GUT FLOWER EXCHANGE Coogan BIdg. 6th Ave. and W. 26th St., New York. Open for Cat Flower Sales at 6 o'clock Every Morning OEBIRABLE WALL SPACE TO RENT FOR ADVERTISING. JOHN DONALDSON, Secretary. The American Florist Company's DIRECTORY Contains the names and addresses of all the Flo- rists, Seedsmen and Nurserymen in the United Slates and Canada, Price Sa.oo. AMERICAN FLORIST CO., 324 Dearborn Street, Chioago, U. Sj A. Wbol^ale flower/arKjfe Boston, May U. Boiei, Beauty, extra 12.00@15.(X) " " medium 6.00@10.00 " " ouUs 2.00® 4.00 " Bride, Bridesmaid, Meteor. 1.00@ 3.00 " extra 3.00® 8.00 Sweet Peas 25® .60 Oarnatlons l.OO® 2.00 Lily of the valley 2.00® 3.00 Lilies 4.00® 6.00 Callas 4.00® 6.00 Adiantum 76® 1.00 Asparagus 50.00 Smilax 10.00@12.00 Philadblfhla., May 14, Roaes, Tea 6.00® 8.00 " " extra 8.00@10.00 " Beauty, extra 20.00@25.00 " " firsts 10.00@15.00 " Queen of Edgely, extra 40.00 " '■ " firsts.... 25.00 Carnations 1.00® 3.00 Lily of the valley 4.00® 5.00 Asparagus 25.00®50.00 Smilax 15. 00® 20. 00 BuitaIjO, May 15. Roses, Beauty 7.00®35.00 " Bride, Bridesmaid, Meteor 6.00®1S.50 Carnations 1.50® 6.00 Violets 50® 1.00 Lily of the vaUey ^ 3.00® 4.00 Smilax 16.00@20.00 Adiantum 1.00® 1.60 Give Us a Trial. We Can Please You. Roses, Carnations and all kinds of Seasonable Flowers In stock, Wll F VACTIIIIS Wholesale Com- finii ri IVHOIIIIUi mission Florist. 481 Washington St.. Buffalo, N. Y. Dealer in Florists' Supplies and Wire Designs. Open Day and NiRht. Figase mention the American Florist when writme tsib; NEW YORK GUT FLOWER GO. 55 and 57 Wa«t 26lh St., WHOLESALE FLORISTS, Daily Reports. Weekly Payments. J. A. MILLANG, Telephoneh 2239 Madison Sq. 2034 Madison Sq. Manaokb GEORGE SALTFORD, Wholesale Commission Florist, 46 West 29th street, NEW YORK. Fair dealing and prompt returns guaranteed. Correspondence solicited. ROVATZOS & MOLTZ Buy and Fl H 111 CDC on Close Sell.... rLUIICIId Margin. Headquarters, 56 West 26th Street, Opposite Cut Flower Exchange. NEW YORK CITY. \Vkite, Telequaph OK Telephone EUGENE BERNHEIMER Wholesale Florist, r«rU^fo'^tt.. Philadelphia. CONSIGNMENTS OF ROSES SOLICITED. SHIPPIN6 UBELS £2! "Cut Flowers Printed In two colors on gummed paper; your card, etc., In black and leaf adopted by the S. A. F. In red. Very attractive. Price per 600, $2.85; per 1000, C4.6a SeDd tor samples fe ■uonto or nos ieat, postpaid. 31.20. American Florist Co., CHICAGO. FOR DECORATION DAY. Paeonias. BEAUTIES. CARNATIONS. TERNS. LEO. N I ESSEN, igo2. The American Florist. 619 Note the Smile of Satisfaction U/hon ^^^ consignor reads his returns Prnm Illloli the buyer opens a box of flowers nUIII yer opens a box of flowers WHOLESALE COMUIS- SION FLOKISX. JOHN I. RAYNOR, 49 W. 28lh St , NEW YORK. Telephone 1998 Madison Square YOUNG & NUGENT WHOLESALE FLORISTS ^(fEw^YORKf""'' Are shipping the finest Roses, Carnations, Valley, Orchids, Novelties, in the New York Market. -Price List to Applicants. TELEPHONE 2005 MADISON SQUARE. Walter F. Sheridan, Wholesale Florist, Telephone 002 Ukdlson Bcinaxe. 39 West 28th St., NEW TOBK. Telephone Noa. 2239 and 2034 Madison Square. MOORE, HENTZ & NASH Wholesale Commission Florists, 65 and 57 West 26th St., NEW YORK CITY. Adjoining New York Cut Flower Co. salesroom. Finest Salesroom in the Trade. Inspection Invited. All business, selling or shipping, strictly commissloiL uiuni ccm r WILLIAM GHORMLEY,p„„m«»,^» WHIII PAIII r RECEIVER AND SHIPPER OF FRESH CUT FLOWERS. DAILY STOCK Of ALL ljlj|||||| I UU 1 11 11 ■■"''"'■'"■"■■ THE CHOICEST VARIETIES FROM BEST GROWERS WHO SHIP TO NEW YORK. WIIIIII I WW I W I ■ ORCHIDS, ROSES, CARNATIONS, VALLEY. n Largest receiver of VIOLETS in America ^ TsUphona 2200 Madison Squara, 57 WEST 28th STREET, NEW YORK CITY. I JOHN YOUNG Speoial American Beauties, Surpassing Carnations, Violets, Lliy of the Valley, Orchids, &nd all Seasonable Flowers. SI Weat 28t]i St., NEW TOBK. Tel. 1905 Madison Sq. THE RECOGNIZED HEADQUARTERS IN NEW YORK CITV FOR Violets and Garnations SROWERS and BUYERS make a note o( this. It will be to your advantage. WM. H. GUNTHER. 30 West 29tli St., New York. Telephone 551 Madison Square. Frank Millang Open from 5 a. m. to5. p. m. Cut Flower Exchange, 55 W. 26th Street, Phone 299 M;idlson Square. NEW YORK. ■8TABLI8HED 1872. JOHN J. PERKINS, COMMISSION FLORIST, Solicits Consignments or Shipping Orders. Satisfaction given in both. Write for Terms. 115 West 30tli St., New Yorlc POPULAR WITH THE TRADE. Therefore a profitable place to send your Flowers. M. A. HART'S, 48 Wast 30th St., Naw York City. Telephone 325 Madison Square. Choice Garnations. Selected Roses. Traendly & Schenck NEW YORK OTY, 38 W. 28th Street, Cut Flower Exchange. New Telephone No. 798 & 799 Madison Sq. Wbol^ale power/\arl^fe Nxw IfOBK, May H. Boies, Beauty, select 10.00@12.00 " " medium 4.00® 6.00 " " culls 1.00® 3.00 " Bride, Bridesmaid 3.00® 8 00 " Liberty 3.00@10.00 " Meteor, Golden Gate 2.00® 5.00 All l£ind3, job lots 50@ 1 00 Carnations BO® 2.00 Lily of the valley .50® 3.110 Callas, Lilies 3.00® 5.00 SweetPeas 35® .50 Cattleyas 20.00@30.00 Mignonette 1.00® 3.00 Smilfti 10.00@12.00 Adiantum 51® .75 Asparagus 35.00@50.00 " Sprengeti, perdoz.bun.. 2.00@ 3.00 Lilac, per bunch 10® .25 GHAS. MILLANG, 50 W. 29tli St., -NEW YORK. Always mention the American Flo- rist when writing to advertisers. FORD BROS. Receivers and Shippers of FBESH FLOWERS. Best Violets in New York market. Ill West 30th St.. NEW YORK. Telephone 157 Madison Square. Julius Lang SB West BOtk Street, NEW TOBK. Repbesxhtb ths Best Gbowxbs or ROSES, CARNATIONS, VALLEY. Telsfhoite 280 MASieoN Sqcasb. ALEX. J. GUTTMAN, Wholesale Commission Florist, A full supply daily of the choicest New York and New Jersey FLOWERS. S2 W. 89th Street, NEW YORK CITY. Telephone 1738 Madison Square. fl. H. LflNGJflHR. Wholesale Commission Florist, BEST fXOWEBS SHIPFBD AT IiOITEST NEW YORK PRICES. 18 Boorum Placa, Brooklyn, N. Y. Telephone 939 Main. ...GEO. M. KELLOGG... Large,. Crower^ot.. Q^^ FlOWCrS Give us an order and we will please you. Our Greenhouses at PLEASANT HILL, MO. Our Store, 906 Grand Ave.. KANSAS CITY, MO. ^^LONG DISTANCE 'PHONE AT EITHER PLACE. Now in Season : FREESIAS, DAFFODILS. TULIPS LILAC. SWEET PEAS and ACACIA. EDW. c. horan; 4.7 WEST 28TH ST.. NEW YORK. Cyj FLOWERS AI WHOLESALE. Tel. 421 M&diioD Square, All Roses, Violets 620 The American Florist. May ty, The gEEE) Trhoe. AMERICAN SEED TRADE ASSOCIATION. J. E. NoBTHBtrr, Pres.; S. F. Leonard, Vioe- Pre«.; S. F. Willabd, Wethersfleld, Conn., Seo'y and Treat. Twentieth annual convention, MinneapoliB, Minn., June 24-26, 1902. Large field pumpkin is one of the latest short items. Growers of Kotnan hyacinths in south- em France are asking an advance of 15 francs per 1,000. Seed pea crops in general are looking ■well. In some sections the early sowings are backward, owing to continued cool weather. J. Martens, the well-known lily of the valley grower and dealer, of Hamburg, Germany, is making his second tour of the United States, the first having been made several years ago. Visited Chicago: C. C. Massle and W. H. Crossland, of Northrup, King & Co., Minneapolis, Minn.; John R. Con- don, with H. W. Buckbee, Rockford, 111.; J. T. Van Waveren, Hillegom, Holland; W. R. Roach, Cambridge, N. Y. American Seed Trade Association. In the last issue of the American Florist appeared an item referring to the date of the annual meeting of the American Seed Trade Association as "July 24, 25 and 26." This should have read June 24, 25 and 26. Readers will kindly note the correction. Prospects point to this meeting being largely attended and one of unusual interest. A very interesting programme has been prepared, and the subjects under discussion will be of importance to the trade. Secretary Wilson, of the Depart- ment of Agriculture, and Dr. B. T. Gal- loway, Chief of the Bureau of Plant Industry, have accepted invitations to be present and will address the associa- tion on matters pertaining to the gov- ernment seed distribution. It is the expressed wish of the officials of the department to make its work in the dis- tribution of seeds a benefit to the seed trade, and I believe that this meeting will prove very helpful towards promot- ing and securing a better understanding between the Department of Agriculture and the seed trade. Part of one day will be devoted to St. Paul, and at Minneapolis arrangements have been made for a visit to historic Minnehaha Falls, a moonlight excursion on Lake Minnetonka, etc. We are already assured of a one and one-third fare for the round trip between Chicago and Minneapolis, and it is expected that a one and one-third rate will be made from all parts of the coun- try for the round trip. Announcement of this will be made later. Assurances have been received from many who have never met with the association before that they will be pres- ent on this occasion. The meeting will be held at the West Hotel. Rates on the American plan $3 a day, including room without bath, $.3.50 and upwards for rooms with bath. I shitll be glad to attend to the recjuests of those wiihing reservations made, or to give such fur- ther information as may be desired. Members of the seed trade and those in collateral lines, inch as lithographers, bag makers, etc., will all be cordially welcome to Minneapolis. J. E. Northrup, Pres. Am. Seed Trade Ass'n. Columbus, O. COLD DAMP WEATHER CHECKS THE RUSH FOR BEDDING STOCK. — OUTDOOR FLOW- ERS PLENTIFUL. — ROSES MILDEWED. — NOTES. Cold weather has put a damper on the demand for bedding plants. While little damage was dene to the stock already planted out, there was somefrost reported in this locality. Many of the cut roses are showing strong evidence of the mil- dew, not unusual for this season of the year. Some beautiful table decorations have been made during the last week out of our own wild violet, of which this country produces an abundance, a dark blue variety. Lilac is about done for and all the boys are keeping an eye on their crop of pasonias for Memorial day. Sherman Stephens reports an unusual demand for pansies this season, but, like many of us, allowed mildew to attack his fine roses in therushof otherbusiness. Very few pink or white geraniums are grown and, judging from the demand again this season for reds, there will be still less another season. Gus. Drobish reports quite a run on herbaceous stock, of which he has the best collection in the citv. Casl. Grand Haven, Mich.— George Han- cock & Son are preparing to rebuild sev- eral houses and thoroughly modernize their place. Lenox, Mass. — At the regular meeting of the Horticultural Society on May 3 Ed. Norman exhibited very fine flowers of Cypripedium Mastersianom. Mr. Norman also gave an account of a recent visit to Summit, N. ]., and a glowing description of the new rose Mrs. Oliver Ames as seen growing there. Cri \\/ ENGLAND'S PRIZE STRAINS CALCEOLARIA, ^\J VV CINERARIA AND CHINESE PRIMROSE. Giant show varieties from English specialist?. % tr. pkt. Tr. pkt. Cineraria, Enelish Prize Mized { .61 $l,CO Calceolaria, EugliBh Prize Mixed ttO I. CO Primula, (Chinese Primrose). English Prize Friiiged Mixed, 100 seeds. 25o; 500 seeds, $1,00 DAHCV Jotinson & Stokes' Kingly Collac- mnw I tion. This siraiu reprcttents the largest site, greatest substance and the moat gorgeous colors found in any mixture now offered. Per l.ODO seeds, 3Dc; 2,000 seeds, 5Ci", 5,0C0 seeds. 11.00; per oz., $5.00. See our offer of Begonias, Paeonias, Gladioli and Cycas in last week's Am. Florist. JOHNSON & STOKES, 217-219 Market St., Philadelphia^ Pa. Palm Seeds Just at hand a fine shipment of fresh Palm Seeds, which we quote as follows : Areca lutescens, 2r^S°see°ds. $45.00 CoGOS Weddelliana s%t^i:L, $35.00 Geonoma gracilis T(l6o''l.''^\°'$40. 00 Not less than one box con- taining the above stated num- ber of seeds will be sold. WRITE AT ONCE. LAGER & HURRELLrrmS^ SUMMIT. N. J. CYCAS REVOLLTA STEMS. We have Just received a larpe shipment in aBBorted sizes from 'A to 12 pouDds (most of them 8 or 10 pounds) which we oiler at lOi.' per pound. Special price on large iiuaniitleB. J.IVI.THORBURN&CO. a«t« o< IS John Stratt) S6 CORTLANDT STREET. NEW VOm Florists' Calendar EOR MAY. SEASONABLE SEEDS. 100 1000 $7..i0 2.U0 ASPARAGUS PLUMOSUS NANUS (true),$ .85 SPRENGERI PRIMULA SINENSIS FIMBRIATA, sep. pure white, rose, blue, brillant crimson.. .28 1.75 PRIMULA, mixed, finest strains 20 1.80 CINERARIA HYBRIDA max. grandi., pkt.. 600 seeds, SSc; 5 pkts., $1 00. CINERARIA HYBRIDA nana, dwarl grandi., pkt. 500 seeds, 25o; 5 okts., $1.10. CALCEOLARIA HYBRIDA grandi., max. or dwaif grandi.. either p»t.,25i;. CALCEOLARIA. SHRUBBY. RUGOSA. pkt. 2jc. FERN SPORES, choicest mi.ved, pkt. 25o. CENTAUREA MALLEI, purple and blue, fine for cut flowers, pkt. 10c. Our Specially, BERGER'S Never Fail Panty Mixture, containing choicest prize sorts. TRY IT. Snow Queen, while. .lOOU leeds 25c; 5000, tl. 00 Gold Else, yellow Faust, black '* " " Victoria, red " " " Peacock, blue . .. " " '* Bugnot, Odier, Casiler. Trimardeau, or any color sepanite. 1000 seeds. 2.'io; bOOO seeds, .$1.00. CaMJer's New Giants, unrivalled In color and size, 60U seeds. 20c; lOfO seeds, 30o. SWEET PEA SEED, any named favorite sort, 35o a lb,; 6 lbs, $1.00. BARGAINS IN BULBS-Cloaranca. Per 100 Lilium Speciosum Album or Rubrum, 8 to 9-ln., $3.50 S» to 11-iu ,5.00 Lilium Album, II to 12-inch 6.00 100 1000 Gladioli— American Hybrid, 60 per cent white and light $1.03 $8.00 May, llorlsta' favorite gladioli 1.60 M.OO Single Tuberous Begonias, 1 'o 3-inch.. . 1.75 15.00 Double '•• ■• " . . S.0O Montbretias. t:randinura choice sorts. . , .60 5.00 Addr... H. H. BERGER & CO., Ettablished 1878. 47 Barclay St.. NEW YORK CITY MOVED FROM UITGEEST to LISSE, HOLLAND H. ZIJF & CO. Florists and Nurserymen. Ptease mention the A merican Florist when writing. igo2. The American Florist. 621 hardy Perennial Plants We are carrying an Immense Stock of these popular plants. Varieties marked with a ^ are suitable to cut. Doz. 100 Achillea Pilipendulina, 3 in. pots $.75 |6.00 Achillea Millefolium Roseum, 3-in. pots .60 4.0O •Achillea The Pearl, 3 in. pots 60 4.00 Achillea Tomentosa, 3 in. pots l.Ofl 8.00 .^conitum Barbatum, strong plants l.fS 10.00 AcoDitum Fisheri. strong plants 1.50 12 00 Aconitum Xapellus, strong plants 1.35 10.00 "Anemone Japonica Alba, 2H-in. pots.. .75 5.0O ♦Anemone Japonica Rubra. 2Ji-in. pots .75 5 00 •Anemone Lady Ardilaun,2H-in. pots.. .75 5.00 •Anemone Whirlwind, 2J^-in. pots 75 5.00 •Anemone Queen Charlotte. 2!.i-in. pots .75 6.00 Anemone Pennsylvanica, 2M-in. pots. .75 600 Anemone Sylvestris, 3-in. pots 75 6.no A juga Reptans Rubra, 3-inch pots 75 6 OO Ajuga Genevensis, 3-in. pots 75 6.00 Alstromeria Chiliensis, 3-in. pots l.fO 8.00 Amsonia Taberncemontana, str'g plants .75 6.00 Anchusa Italica. strong plants 75 6 OO •Anthemis Tinctoria, 3-in. pots 60 4.00 •Anthemis Tinctoria, Kelwayi, 3-in. pots .60 4.00 *.\nthemis Tinctoria. Pallida, 3-in. pots .60 4.00 •Asters, 12 choice hardy vars., 3 in, pots 1.00 8.00 •Aster Grandiflorus, 2!i-in. pots 2.00 15.00 Anthericum Liliastrum. strong plants.. .75 5.00 Anthericum Liliago, strong plants 75 5.00 Artemisia Abrotanum, strong plants.. .75 6 00 Artemisia Pursbiana, strong plants 76 6.n0 Artemisia Stelleriana, strong plants 75 6-00 •Asolepias TuberoBa, 2-year-old roots.. .75 6.00 Asphodelus Luteus, strong divisions 75 6.00 Bocconia Cordata, strong divisions 75 6.00 •Boltonia Asteroides, strong divisions.. .75 6.00 •Boltonia Latisquama, strong divisions .75 6.00 Calimeris iDcisa, strong divisions 75 6.00 Caltha Palustris, strong divisions 75 6.0O Caltha Palustris fl. pi., strong divisions .75 6.00 •Caryopteris Mastacanthus, 3-in. pots. .75 6.00 Cassia Marylandica, strong 1-year-old.. .75 6.00 Campanula Alliari^efolta, 3-in. pots 75 6.00 Campanula Carpatica, blue and white, 3-in. pots 1.25 10.00 Campanula Celtidifolia, 3-in. pots 1.00 8.00 Campanula Grossekii, strong divisions .75 6.C0 Campanula Rotunditolia, 3- in. pots 75 6.C0 Campanula Trachelium, 3-in, pots 1.00 8.00 Centaurea Canariensis, 3-in. pots 1.00 8.00 Centaurea Hirta X'igra Var., 3-in. pots .75 6.00 Centaurea Glastifolia. 3-in. Dots 75 6.00 Centaurea Jlontana Rubra, 3-in. pots.. .75 6.00 Centaurea Montana Lady Hastings 3-in, pots. 1.00 8.00 •Chrysanthemums, Hardy Pompon, 2!<-in. pots 50 3.C0 •Chrysanthemum Maximum Filiformis, r^ 3-in. pots 75 6.00 •Chrysanthemum Maximum Triumph, 3-in. pots 75 6.00 Cimicifuga Racemosa, strong plants. ..1.00 8.00 Chrysogonum Virginianum, str'g plants .76 6.00 Clematis Davidiana, 1-year clumps 75 6.00 •Clematis Recta, 2-year-old plants 1.50 12.00 •Coreopsis Lanoeolata GrandiSora, strong clumps 75 6.00 Coreopsis Lanceolata Grandiaora,strong 3-in. pots 60 4.00 Diotamnus Fraxinella, strong plants... 1.00 8.00 Dictamnus Fraxinella Alba, str'g plants 1.25 10.00 Dielytra Spectabilis, strong clumps 75 6.00 Digitalis Ambigua, strong plants 75 6.00 Digitalis Gloxiniasflora, strong plants .75 6.00 •Doronicum Caucasicum, 3-in. pots 125 10.00 •Doronicum Exoelsum, 3-in. pots 1.25 lO.OO Dracocephalum Ruyschianum, strong divisions 1.00 8.0O Echinops Ruthenicus, 4-iu. pots 75 6.00 Epimedium Lilacea, strong plants 2.00 I5.0O F.pimedium Macranthum, strong plants 2.00 15.00 Epimedium Niveum, strong plants 2.00 15.00 Doz. 100 Epimedium Sulphureum, strong plants $2 00 $15.00 Erigeron Glaucus, strong divisions l.OO 8.00 Erigeron Speciosus, strong divisions. .. .75 6 00 EryngiumAmethystinum, strong plants 2.00 l.'i.OO Eryngium Planum, strong plant? 1.00 8.00 •Euphorbia Corollata, strong roots 60 4 00 •Feverfew Little Gem, 2M- in. pots 60 4.ro Funkia Cosrulea 60 4.00 Funkia Subcordata Alba l.l'O 8.00 Funkia Dndulata Media Plcta 1.25 10.00 Funkia Thomas Hogg 1.00 8.0U •Gaillardia Qrandiflora, 3-in. pots 75 6.00 Gaillatdia Grandiflora, 4-in. pots 1.00 8.00 Geranium Sanguineum.strongdivisions 1.00 8.00 Geranium Sanguineum Album, strong divisions 1.00 8.00 Geum AtroBanguineum, fl.pl., 3-in. pots .75 6.00 GeumCoccineum, 3-in. pots 75 6.00 Geum Coccineum, fl, pi., 3-in. pots 75 6.0O Geum Heldreichi, 3-in. pots 75 6.(0 •Qypsophila Paniculata, strong 1-year ,75 6.0O Gypsophila Paniculata Compacta, strong one- year 75 6.00 •Helenium Autumnale Superba, strong divisions 1.00 8. CO Helenium Grandicephalum Striatum 3-in. pots 75 6.00 •Helenium Hoopesi, strong divisions... 1.00 8.00 •Helenium Pumilum, 3-in. pots 1.00 8.00 •Helianthus Multiflorus, fl. pi., 2H-in. .75 6.00 •Helianthus Multiflorus Maximus, 2^i- in. pots 75 6.00 •Helianthus Miss Mellish, strong divisions 75 6.00 •Helianthus Mollis, strong divisions... .75 6.00 •Helianthus Orgyalis, strong divisions .75 6,00 •Helianthus Rigidus, strong divisions.. .75 6.00 •Helianthus Tomentosum, strong divis- ions 1.25 10.00 •Heliops'sPitcherianus.strongdivisions .75 6.00 •HeliopsisScaber Major strong divisions .75 6.00 Hemerocallis Dumortierii, strong plants .75 6.00 Hemerocallis Fulva, strong plants 60 4.00 Hemerocallis Flava, strong plants 60 4.00 Hemerocallis Kwanso flora plena, strong plants 60 4.00 Hemerocallis Middendorfli, strong plantsl.25 10.00 Hemerocallis Thunbergi, strong plants .75 6.10 Hibiscus Militaris, strong l-jear-old. .. .75 6.00 Hibiscus Moscheutos, strong 1-year-old .75 5.00 Hibiscus Moscheutos Rosens, strong one- year-old 75 5.0O Hibiscus Moscheutos Crimson Eye, strong one-year-old 75 5.00 Heuchera Sanguinea, 3-in. pots 1.00 8.00 •Iris Kffimpferi, 25 choice named vars.. .1.50 10.00 Iris Ksmpferi, choicest mixed vars 1.00 8.00 Iris Germanioa, 12 choice named vars. .75 6.00 Iris Germanica, choice mixed varieties .50 4.00 •Iberis Sempervirens, strong divisions .75 6.00 Inula Brittanica. 3-inch pots 75 6.00 Inula Ensifolia, 3-in. pots 1.00 8.00 Liatris Graminifolia, strong plants 1.00 8.00 Liatris Scariosa, strong plants 75 6.00 Liatris Spicata, strong plants 75 6.C0 Lin um Perenne, one-year-old plants. .. .75 6.00 •Lobelia Queen Victoria, 3-in. pots 1.00 8.00 Lychnis Chalcedonica fl. pi., 3-in. pots 2.00 15.00 •Lychnis Vespertina Alba, strong clumps 1.25 10.00 •Lychnis Viscaria Splendens, 2M-in 75 6.00 •Lysimachia Clethroides, strong plants .75 6.00 Lythrum Roseum Superbum, strong plants 75 6.00 Monarda Didyma, 3-in. pots 75 6.00 Monarda Didyma Purpurea, 3-in. pots .75 6.00 Monarda Didyma Rosea. 3-in. pots 75 6.00 Monarda Didyma Splendens, 3-in. pots .75 6.00 Monarda Fistulosa Alba, 3-in. pots 75 6.00 Doz. 100 •Myosotis Palustris Semperflorens, 3-in. pots. $.60 $4.00 •Myosotis Robustus Grandiflorus, clumps .60 4.C0 CEoothera Pilgrimi, 3-in. pots 75 6.00 Pardanthus Sinensis, strong divisions.. .75 6.00 Papaver Orientnle. strong 3-in. p ts 75 6.00 •Pieonias. Double Herbaceous, 10 choice varieties l.EO 12.C0 •P^eonias, Single Herbaceous, 12 choice varieties 2.25 18.00 •Pentstemon Barbatus Torreyii, strong clumps l.CO 8.0O Pentstemon Ccerulea, strong divisions. .l.OJ 8.00 Pentstemon Digitalis, 3-in. pots 75 6.00 Pentstemon Diffusus. strong divisions. .1.00 8.00 •Pentstemon Ovatus. strong divisions.. .75 6.O0 •Perennial Phloxes, 50 choice varieties, 3-iD.pots 75 6.00 •Hardy Pinks. 5 choice vars., 4-in. pots .75 6.00 •Platycodon Grandillorum. strongroots .75 6.00 •Physostegia Virginioa, 3-in. pots 75 6.00 •Physostegia Virginioa Alba, 3-in. pots .75 6.00 Plumbago Larpenta;, strong divisions.. 1.25 10.00 Plumbago Larpent;e, 2!-f -in. pots 60 4.00 Polemonium Creruleum, 3-inch pots 1.00 8.00 Polemonium Coaruleum Alba. 3-in. pots 1.00 8.00 Polemonium Richardsoni, 3-in. pots 1.50 Potentilla Formosa, strong divisions. .. .75 6.00 Potentilla Hopwoodiana, strong divis- ions 75 6.00 Pontentilla Phcenix, strong divisions. .. .75 6.00 •Pyrettrum Hybridum Mixed Seedlings, clumps 1.00 8.00 •Pyrethrum Dliginosum, strong divisions .75 6.00 •Primula Veris Superba, strong plants.. 1.25 10.00 Ranunculus Acris fl. pi., strong plants.. .7o 6.00 •Budbeckia Golden Glow, 4-in. pots 75 6.00 •Rudbeckia Newmani, strong divisions .75 6.00 •Rudbeckia Purpurea. 3-in. pots 1.00 8.00 •Rudbeckia Subtomentosa, strong divisions 75 5.00 •Rudbeckia Triloba, 3-in. pots 75 6.00 Salvia Azurea Grandiflora. strong plants 1.00 8 00 Santolina Incana, 2H-in. pots EO 4.0O Santolina Chamrecyparissus, 25<-in. pots 50 4.00 •Scabiosa Caucasioa, strong plants ....l.OO 8.00 •ScabiosaCaucasica Alba, strong plants 1.25 lO.CO Saxifraga Crassifolia, strong plants 1.50 12.00 •Sedum Spectabilis, 2M-in. pots 75 6.0O •Statlce Incana. strong plants 75 6.00 •Statice Gmelini, strong plants ". . . 1.25 10.00 •Statice Latifolia, strong plants l.OO 8.00 •Statice Tartarica, strong plants 75 6.00 Teuorium Canadense, strong plants 1.(0 8.00 •Thalictrum Aquilegifolium, strong plants 1.25 10.00 •Thalictrum Aquilegifolium Atropur- pureum, strong plants 1.25 10.00 Thalictrum Adiantifolia, strong plants 1.50 12.(X> Thalictrum Anemonoides, strong plants 1.26 10.00 Thalictrum Glaucum, strong plants .... 1.25 10 OO Thermopsis Caroliniana, 1-year-old 1.00 8,00 Tradescantia Virginica, strong 60 4.00 Tradescantia Virginica Alba, strong.. .60 4.00 Tricvrtis Hirta, 3-in. pots 1.00 8.00 •TroUius Europ?eus, divisions 75 6.00 •Tritoma Pfltzeri, strong divisions l.OO 8.00 Veronica Candida, strong divisions 75 6.00 Veronica Longifolia Subsessilis, 2H- in.pots 75 6.0O Veronica Incana. strong divisions... 4.. l.OO 8.00 Veronica Rosea, 3-in. pots l.OO 8.00 Veronica Spicata. strong divisions 1.00 8.00 Veronica Spicata Variegata, strong divisions 1.00 8.03 Vinca Minor, strong clumps 75 6.00 For a full list of HARDY PERENNIALS with illustrations and descriptions, see our current catalogues. HENRY A. DREER, 714 Chestnut St., PHILADELPHIA, PA. 622 The American Florist. May ly, The i^uRSBRY Tr^de. AM. ASSOCIATION OF NURSERYMEN. E. C. Beeckmans, Pres.; R. J. CoE, Vice-Pres. GEOBeE C. Seageb. Rochester, N. Y., Sec'y. Twenty-seventh annual convention, Milwaukee, Wis., June 11-13, 1902. The elm trees along Michigan avenue, one of the finest boulevards in Chicago, are being replaced by poplars. It is said that there was too much smoke for the elms. The Main State Pomological Society Is holding horticultural schools in vari- ous rural communities, the first purposes of which are to interest school children in the study of plant life. The park commissioners of Springfield, Mass., have organized for the year with C. E. Mackintosh as chairman and D. Hartnett clerk, and will meet regularly on the first and third Mondays of each month. Walter Mulford, the Connecticut state forester, has been inspecting many tracts of land which have been offered for sale for the purposes of a state park. An initial purchase for a reservation for the practical demonstration of scientific forestry will probably be made not later than July. Thb growth of the business of Thomas Meehan & Sons has made it necessary to establish a complete office at their Dresh- ertown, Pa., nurseries. This will he under the direct charge of Thomas B. Meehan, who will devote his entire ener- gies to the wholesale branch of the busi- ness. The innovation will be made July 1. Milwaukee is one of the most beautiful of the cities in which the American Association of Nurserymen has ever met and, coming at the close of a very busy business period, the central location promises to result in an unusually large attendance. Professor L. H. Bailey promises to be on hand to make an address. The Botanical Society of Western Pennsylvania has had a meeting at Carnegie Institute, Pittsburg, to make preliminary arrangements for the recep- tion and entertainment of the members of the American Association of Botanists, of whom some 600 to 1,000 are expected to be in attendance at the annual con- vention in that city June 28 to July ;■!. "Thb nursery trade in the south is Kood," says N. W. Hale, of the Knoxville Nursery Company. "This makes the third year of a general fruit crop through- out all the territory canvassed by retail nurserymen, which includes about twenty states. The country generally is in good shape, farmers gradually progressing, and in my judgment the nursery trade is on the eve of a great boom in the south." Toronto. TRADE TAKES OF RENEWED ACTIVITY AND STOCK SHORTENS DP.— LARGE CALL FOR FUNERAL FLOWERS AND WHITE STOCK SCARCE — VARIOUS NOTES OF LOCAL AND TEADE DOINGS. Business has braced up considerably the past week and, now that the growers are replanting, stock is shortening up. Beauties are again not near enough to go around. Other varieties are a little more plentiful and still of good quality. Carnations are scarce, especially white, which are gathered up quickly. The many orders (or funeral work keep lilies and other light-colored stock well used up. The decoration of the Batoche monu- ment in Queen's Park, under the auspices of the Northwest Field Force, took place last Saturday and many floral tributes were donated by the different military organizations, giving the florists a busy day. Among the private contributors were J. H. Danlop, S. Tidy & Son and the Dale estate, Brampton. The tulip beds in the city parks and gardens are a blaze of color and many good varieties are seen, which are appreciated by the citizens. Each year a larger quantity of bulbs are planted and those planted at the Parliament grounds are a credit to any city. Sim- mers & Company supplied the bulbs. Arthur Frost, who had the freeze-out last winter, is again marketing good small stock. His callas, sweet peas, swainsonia and white stocks are espe- cially good. J. Gard is sending in some good colored sweet peas. H. G. D. Fall River. TUB DISSEMINATOR OF CRESSBEOOK HAS A i.OOD WHITE SEEDLINC.— ENLARGED PLANT IN VERY GOOD SHAPE. Although a novice at handling seed- lings. Mr. Warburton has certainly intro- duced Cressbrook like a veteran, having made ample preparations to grow enough stock and to meet all comers. A white one may be next in order, although it must undergo another year's test. A stroll through the houses and a glance at the general stock proved inter- esting. Everything about the establish- ment looks clean, thrifty and vigorous, showing the resn'.t of the best care and attention. Since my last visit, over a year ago. the place has been consider- aHly enlarged , three modern houses each 25.1^100 having been added to the range. Ten houses, comprising 35.000 feet of glass, are now included in Mr. Warbur- ton's establishment. NoMis. Import Freight Agents Delaware, Lackawanna & Western Railroad Co. at New York, N. Y. EJOOPTOIM'X'.. r>I«SF»A.TO^. F. B. VANDEGRIFT & CO., Publishers ot Vandegrlffs Dnited States Tariff. Customs Brokers and Forwarders. Foreign Express, Export and Insurance Brokers. MFIU Vnni^ Office, 66 Beaver street I A. B. C. Code Dsed I piiipi/! PKJ|J|T|C Large Flowering, leading ■ •II III A I 1^ lt Kho^, 3, 4, 5, 6, 8 and lO-inch. Write GEO. A. KUHL, PEKIN, ILL. Geraniums STANDARD VARIETIES, 3Vi-in. pots, $S.0O per lOO; $4000 per lOOO. CANNAS, standard varieties, 4-in. pots, $7.C0 per lOO; $60.00 per 1000. EUGENE LEWIS, ELMIRA, N. Y. Please mention the American Florist w/ien writinr ASTER Plants Semple'3 Branching and Queen of the Market, in white, pink, blue and red, fine plants, erown from the finest seed saved by myself, at $3.50 per 1000; 40c per lOn. J. C. SCHMIDT, BRISTOL, PA. SPECIALTIES ROSHS, from 8-inoh pots. . R^c* CARNATIONS, for aU delivery, '" "^^' CHRYSANTHEMUMS, Va..!«»#!«»o SMILAX, VIOLETS. variciics Prices Low. Send for List. WOOD BROTHERS. Fishkill, N. Y. Pteaif mention the American J-lorist -when writinz. ^^NOCZC^ BRIDES and MAIDS, tine, ri^/wC^ 3-mch pots, $3 ft J per loO. Coranlums, 3 ;ind 3H-inch pots— DoubleCrant, S. A. Mutt. Murk laud and double deep ]>ink at $S per 100. The above varieties from 2M-inch pots, r3.F>0 per 100. Assorted, 2^-in. pots. $i.60 pur 100. Aliernanthera, (2 varieties). Golden Bedder and assorted Coieus, German Ivy and 3 varieties of Ageratum, 2-inch pots, $1.B0 per 100. Rooted cuttings of Alternantnera and assorted Coieus, fBi- per 100: $5.00 per lOOO. Cnsh please. R. I. HART A BRO., HACKETTSTOWN, PA. FERNS. Mixed varieties, strong stock and I good assortment, in 2-inch pots, \ (3.50 per tOO; $3000 per 1000. BEARD BROS., ^'-..^etI'SIV," mich. ^ease mention the American Florist when writme. 50,000 Ganna Roots Alphonse Houvier, Mme. Cro'/.y, Chft^. IIcndLTSon. Marquant. Burliank, $12.50 per lOCO; Jl.BOpor 101 Mixed, »IO00 per ICOO; $1.25 per 100. MICHIGAN CUT FLOWER EXCHANGE, DETROIT. MICHIGAN. Please mention the A mertcan Flortst when writing. igo2. The American Florist. 627 McKellar &Wmterson Co. 45-47-49 Wabash Ave., CHICAGO. HFAnnilADTFDC for all cut flowers, supplies and IIL/\UUt/iKILKo NOVELTIES nFfODATinM RAY FOR SCHOOL CLOSINGS and IILt»UI\fll IVll U/l I Our supply will consist of all the best varieties of Roses, Carnations, Paeonias, Lilies and other miscellaneous stock. Large supply of Decorative Goods, such as Galax Leaves, Leucothoe Sprays, Smilax, Ferns, Bouquet Green, etc. Complete stock of Baskets, Ribbons, Cycas Leaves, Cycas Leaf Wreaths, Moss Wreaths, Artificial Flowers and Palms. Early Ordars Solicited. Our Facilities for Handling Short Time Orders are Unsurpassed. SEND FOR COMPLETE PRICE LISTS. NEW CROP DAGGER FERNS 17.^^% 1000. They are extra choice; a sample lot will convince vou thev are the best in the market. BOUQUET GREEN, 5-, per lb. BRONZE and GREEN GALAX, Al quality, 75c pof luuO. Discount ou large orders. Send forsam- o^f'our LAUREL WREATHS for Memorial Day. Just what you want. We send out the finest Laurel Festooning in the mar- ket; fresh made. 4c, 5c. and 6c per yard. Discount on large quantities. Send us your orders for Me- ~ ~ morial Day early and they'll be promptly filled with the Best Mtllington, Mass. Tel. cilice, New Salem. FERNS! FERNS! Hardy Cut Ferns, Fancv. 81.10 per 1000: Dagger, $1.00 per 10OX Sphagnum Moss, &0c per bbl. Fine quality Fern Bulbs for planting. Bouquet Green Roping; also Laurel Rop- ing, $4.50 per 100 yds. ^o^th- ern Pine Trees for planting. All orders by mail or dis- patch promptly attended to. Cash with all orders. THOMAS COLLINS. Hinsdale, Mass. NEW CROP Dagger Ferns Now Ready. Quality A No. I. Price $1.00 per 1000. R.A.LEE. MONROE. ALA. f> MM /t ■%/■ BroQze or green, 75c per ■ ■Zsl VX. JK. 1000, in 2 0.1 lots or over; ^^'^■"'^■' *■ single ICO-i, $1.00. Fern, Fancy, $!.53 per lOOO; Fern, Daeger, $1 50 ler lOOO. Leucothos Sprays, bronze and green, assorted sizes, $1 per lOO. Green sheet moss. $3.50 per bbl. bag. L. J. KRESHOVER. 110-112 W. 27th Street, NEW YORK CITY. Telephone call, 5fl7 Madison Square. HARRY A. BUNVARD. Mgr. The American Florist Company's DIBECTOBT contains the names and addresses of the Florists, Nurserymen and Seedsmen ol the United States and Canada. PRICE. S2.00. MEMORIAL DAY. NEW CROP DAGGER FERNS Are now ready, A No. 1 quality, $1.50 per lOOO. BOUQUETGREEN Princess Pine, 6c per lb. BRONZE AND GREEN GALAX, 5000 lots. 7Sc per 1000. LEUCOTHOE SPRAYS 75 cents per 100. LAURELFESTOONING 4c. 5c and 6c per yard. LAUREL WREATHS, to order, any size. Boston, Way 3rd, 1902. We would respectfully inform the trade that our new crop of Dagger Ferns is now ready and they are A No. 1 quality. We carry a full assort- ment of Florists' Hardy Supplies as follows: Bronze and Green Galax, Hardy Cut and Fancy Ferns, Bouquet Green, Laurel Festooning, Laurel Wreaths, Bundle Laurel, etc. P. S.— Extra choice Dagger Ferns, $!.00 per lOOO. Satisfaction guaranteed and quick delivery. Ord'r them now and avoid disappointment and the rush. Long distance telephone, '2618 Main. HENRY M. ROBINSON & CO. 32-34-36 COURT SQ., BOSTON, MASS Bedding Geraniuins White Swan (double white), Mrs. Gaar (single white). Jacquerie (scarlet). Mrs. Francis PerKius (double pmk), at J6.(iO per ItO. out of 4-inch— flne stocky plants. Jean Viaud, the best pink, 5- nch. very strong. J8 CO rer liO. Dryden, the silver medal w inner at Bullalo *6 fO "er If 0. Write us for prices on CHRYSANTHEMUMS. CASH PLEASE. HENRY EICHHOLZ,Waynesboro,Pa. Please n eniion ike A mencan Florist zuhen writtng. Cabbage Plants E. J. Wakefield Cabbage Plants, Transplanted, $5 00 per 1000. Ponderosa Tomato Plants, Grown in pots, well spread, $3 per 100; |20perlOOO. W. L. SMITH, Aurora, III. TAKE NOTICE. An immense stock and full line of tbe choicest bedding plants now ready, and quote vou the fol- lowing low prices for cash, out of pots'; Ageratum. blue, $7.C0 per 100. Begonia Vernon, red, and Erfordi, pink, iust beautiful, $8.00 per 100. Begonias, best mixed, Santo Sonia, Pres. Carnot and others. $1.00 per dozen. Calendula, pure yellow, $8.00 per 100. Cobsei Scandens, 4-in. pots, staked up, 2 ft hish, $8.00 per 1(0. Fuchsia, mixed varieties, 4-in. pots, S'.CO per 103' 5-in., $1.60 per doz. Geraniums, have 10.000 of them, such as La Pilot, double red; Mme. Thioaut, double pink; La Fav- orite, double white, and other varieties in 4-in pots, $7.00 per 100. Heliotrope. 4-in., $7.00 per 100. Honeysuckle, sweet scented, 5 to 6-in pots, £0o to 23f. each. Nasturtiums, Empress of India and other choice colors. $6.00 to $r oa per 100. Ivy Geraniums, mi.ved colors. 4-in. pots, $7 per 100. Periwinkle, large plants. 4-in. pots, $1.0U per doz! Scarlet Sage, best varieties, very fine, strong- plants, $7.10 to $8.t0 per 100. " Daisies, white and yellow, from 7-inch pots, full of flowers, SVj ft. high, $3.00 per doz. Dracaena Indivisa, 7-inch pots, about 3 ft. hi^h imporied, 75c to $1.00 each. ° ' I have the following small plants to offer, out of 2i4 and 3-inch pots; Alyssum, Little Gem. Ivy, Kenilworth. Alteruanthera, red * yel. Lobelia, ti ailing. Cuphea. Phlox Drummondi. Coleus. mixed colors. Petunia, single, dwarf variegated and California, giant. Tradescanlia. Torenta Fournieri. Verbenas, have 10,C03 of them, mixed colors. Asters, 3 and 2!4-in. pots, $3.00 per lOO; choice colors, mixed or senarate. 25 plants sold at 100 rate. GODFREY ASCHMANN. (Rising Sun,) 1012 Ontano St., PHILADELPHIA, PA. TO MAKE ROOM I OFFER 150 Kentia Belmoreana, 2y-in $5.00 per 100 400 " " 3-iQ 10.00 per 100 200 " " 4-in., 2d size 15 00 per lOO 100 Latania Borbonica, 3-in 5.00 per ICO 100 Paudanus XJtilis, %M-va. 4.00 per 100 J5 •• '• 3-in S.OOperlOO 400 Selaginella Emmellana, 2>i-in 3.00 per 100 All healthy stock. Cash with order. JOSEPH E. BONSALL, SALEM. OHIO. EARLY TOMATO PLANTS. stocky, transplanted plants, grown from best seed, 2 to 3 inches high, 12.00 per ICOO; 6 to 8, $5.00; 10 to 12, $7.50. Write for our price list of vegetable plants. Frank Shearer & Son, ''rg?a"m^.fn'!=N-. r. Mention the American Florist when writing to advertisers on this page. 628 The American Florist. May I J, Syracuse, N, Y. HEAVY FROST DOBS MUCH DAMAGE TO EARLY STOCK. — TEMPERATURE FOUR DEGREES BELOW FREEZING. — TRADE INIORED BY UNSEASONABLE WEATHER. Central New York was visited Friday and Saturday nights by two of the heaviest frosts that have ever been known so late in the year. The result is that florists who had anything outdoors lost heavily and fruit growers and nur- serymen are out thousands of dollars. The temperature in some places reached as low as 28° and pans left outdoors had ice in them a quarter of an inch thick. Much damage was done to flowers and shrubbery. Many had a good growth of psonias but they wilted and turned black. Every one who had tobacco planted says it will be a total loss. Henry Morris was fortunate in not having much stock outdoors, as were also P. R. Quinlan & Company and Henry Burt. May 20, they think, is early enough to put out tender stock and they were right thi» year. The cold weather has ruined the plant trade for the past week, and has made all business rather dull. There are no weddings to speak of during the month of May and but lew social events. A novelty which Henry Morris has dis- played in his windows is Metrosideros floribunda. It is not a particularly salable plant, but makes a good display and attracts considerable attention when tastefully arranged. There are some very fine hydrangeas in the market. The majority of the local florists ofier them at this time ol the year, preferring it to the Easter season for this plant. A. J. B. Monongahela, Pa. Beginning with May 1 the business of the late I. Shelby Crall will be continued by the sons, Charles S. and James S. CraU, and H. M Griffith, son-in-law, under the firm name of I. Shelby Crall, seedsman and florist. Practically there is no change, except that Mr. Griffith represents his wife's interest in the estate, the sons having been connected with the business for the past twenty and fifteen years respectively. C. Giant Cactus, 4 to 5 feet high, 10 to 14 inches in diameter. Grand specimens ot these sensational decorative plants. Wjrlt© for i>rlo©s.... KEADQVABTERS FOB HORTICULTURIL SUPPLIES Of Every Description. When you can't get what you want anywhere else, send here, we will send it to you. "If It's used In Hortloulture, we have It." DU N N E &, CO.. S4 w. *Otk M.. Niw Ysik. Telephone Oall, 1700 Madlion Square. Please mention the A merican Florist when wriCin^ Per 100 Per lUOO Roses, Brides and Maids, 2-in »2.0O $18.00 Dracaena Iiidlvlsa, 5-iii 10.00 Heliotrope, 3-ln 2.10 18.00 Lobelia, C. P. C. and White Gem, 3-ln. 1.50 Salvia Bonfire, 2-in 2-00 18.00 Smilax, from llats, 25o; by mail 30 Asters, best strains, strong transplanted .50 Asparagus Pluiuosiis Nanus, 2-in 8.C0 Vincas,2-in l-BO Centaurea Gymnucarpa and C. Candi- dissima, 2-in 2.0O CASH OR C. O. 1). MCALLISTER & CO., Batavia, III. B:Gi>r>iivo E!2!!»!!!!«LILY of the VaLLEY FOR JUNE WEDDINGS. Select \alley Pips from Cold Storage, properly packed and thoroughly frozen, ^13.00 per case of 1000. These were put up specially for the benefit of my out-of-town customers and can be shipped at once. Original cases of 2500, $31.25; $1.50 per 100. H. N. BRUNS. I409-I9II W. Madison St., CHICAGO. In Bud and Bloom 2 1-2-in. pots, $2.50 per 100; $20 per 1000; 3-in., $3.50 per 100; 1000, $30. 25,000 Verbenas J. L. DILLON, BLOOMSBURQ, PA. Seasonable Stock. Per 100 GERANIUMS— New and scarce vars. $5.00 Standard sorts 3.00 BEGONIA REX-Best vaiieties, in 2>^-inch and 3-inch pots 5.00 PELARGONIUMS — Latest novelties and standard kinds |S.OO to 12.00 FEVERFEW (Matricaria) 2.50 PHALARIS — Arundinacea Var., for bordering canna beds 4 00 RUDBECKIA— Golden Glow— 2-in. pots 2.50 HELIANTHUS— Multiflorus Maximus —Single, 2-inch pots 2.50 Rlgldos— 2-inch pots 3.00 NEPHROLEPIS Cordlfolla-3-in. pots 4.00 ANEMONE Japonica — Queen Char- lotte—2-inch pots 4.00 NATHAN SMITH & SON, ADRIAN. MICH. Shasta Daisy THE LATEST FLORAL WONDER. Plants 25c each; $2.50 per doz.; $15.00 per 100; $J00,00 per 1000. 25 at JOO rate. 500 at 1,000 rate. CALIFORNIA CARNATION CO. LOOMIS. CAL. BEDDING PLANTS. ^ Geraniums, 4-inoh $5.00 Salvias, 2>4-inch, »2; 3-inoh 3.00 Begonias, Flowering, 3-inoh 3.00 Vernon, " 2M-inoh 2.00 Sweet Alyssum, 2V4-'noh 2.00 Saxifraga, 3-lnch 3.00 Caniias, Charlotte, Henderson. Bouvier, Flamingo and othem, 4-inch $5; 3-lnoh... :!.00 Petunia, double and single, 4-lnch 6.00 Verbenas. 3-inoh S.OO Ageratum, blue, 3-inoh 3.00 Spotted Calla.iu bloom, .5-lnoh 10.00 Bellis I'erennis, line plants, J.'i per lOCO 75 J. S. BLOOM. Rlegclsvillc. Pa. THE COMING FERN IS MY NEW NEPHROLEPIS "ANNA FOSTER" DELIVERY IN SEPTEMBER. Orders booked now at $25 per 100 for small plants. Larger plants, prices on appliration. L. H. FOSTER, 45 King St., Dorohestar, Mass. Hypericum Moserianum A good, hardy under shrub, suitable for landscape work or for conserva- tory decoration. Almost evergreen when protected; bearing very large, yellow flowers 2 inches in diameter. Nice, strong, well-rooted plants, from 3-in. pots, $3 oer 100; $25 per 1000. LAUREL HILL NURSERIES, STOCKBRIDCE, MASS. Importers and Growers of Choice Trees, Shrubs and Hardy Perennials. ^tea^e mentton me w tnencan Florist when writing. FUMIGATION METHODS By PROF. W. G. JOHNSON Formerly State Entomologist of Maryland A Practical Treatise and timely work on chea[> and effective means of destroying Insect pests and other vermin in various places. This work is the outcome of practical tests made by the author, to- gether with the experiences of others, and Is one of the most important books publlslieil this season and is much needed at thlatinie. It will be of particular interest to FRUIT GROWERS ANO NCRSERTMEN owing to the widtfspread prevalence of the notorious San Jose scale. Hydrocyanic acid Kas is the only practical reiiu-dy for the tlestructlon of this pest and IS being used more exien.slvely than ever before bv nurserymen and fruit i^rowers. The perfection of the apparatus for fumigating young orchard tree-; Is outlined in this work. The methods can be easily applied in orchards and nurseries for many danger- ous pe-^itsat very small cost. The writer is con^ld- ereil i lie best authority on this subject in this country and bus left nothing undone to make this the most complete work of the kind ever ]>ublished. GARDENERS AND FLORISTS have found ih;ii vrv^riabU-s ami tlowers cannot be grown umlrrgNiss ulihout fr«plyin^; the gas, MILLERS AND GRAIN DEALERS have been Inoklntr forward t(» the imhllcatlon of this wi>rk, as hydrocyatdc add gas has lucn found on<* of the most Imi'ortant materials fm clcarlm; mills and warehouses of insects. The subn'ct oi rarl)on hl- sulplilde for futnfgallng mills and tU'vators con- taining grain in storage is also ilmroimhU' consid- ered. To Ibis trnile the work is ^ndl^)^t•ns'abl(■ an' work of the kind ever published. It Is written In a popular non-tochnlcal style, profusely Illustrated, lianilsomely bound, covering 1)50 pages, price, post- paid, ;|3;i.ou. AMERICAN FLORIST CO. 334 Dearborn St. CHICAQO, ILL. GERANIUMS I? rNu«.">"e plantH from 4-)dc)i pots, in bud and bhxim. 90.00 per 100. Cash or satiBfactory reference. J. J. ARNOLD, Homar, N. Y. igo2. The American Florist. 629 ROSE PLANTS Well Established Plants from 2 i=a-inch pots. Per 100 Per 1000 BRIDE $3 00 $25.00 BRIDESMAID 3.00 25.00 PERLE 3.00 25.00 GOLDEN GATE 3.00 25 00 METEOR 3.00 25.00 All plants sold under express condition that if not satisfactory when received they are to be returned immediately, when money will be refunded. PETER REINBERG, 61 Wabath Avenui, CHICAGO. :Beooi'£;i> Carnation Cuttings Per 100 Per 1000 G. H.CRANE $1.35 $10.00 FLORA HILL 1.25 10.00 MAEQUlS 1.26 10.00 PROSPERITY 4.00 30.00 LAWSON 3.00 25.00 IRENE 3.00 26.00 JOOST 1.00 6.0O From 2H-in. pots. Per 100 Per 1000 BRIDE 3.00 25.00 BRIDESMAID 3.00 25 00 METEOR 300 25 00 GOLDEN GATE 3.00 25.00 PERLE 3.00 25.00 KAISERIN,3-in. pots 4.0O 35 00 LIBERTY, from 3!^-in. pots 7,00 60.C0 GEO. REINBERG, 51 Wabash Ave., Chicago. Look out for Our NOVELTIES For Next Season. HARLOWSRDEN, ciimson. MARSHALL FIELD, variegated HER MAJESTY, white. Chicago Carnation Co., Joliet. III. 2ii;^Beauties We have a fine lot of 2^-in. Beauties at|S a 100; $45 a 1000; also the following Teas: BRIDE 12.50 per 100; #22.50 per lOCO MAID 2.50 per 100; 22.50 per 1000 METEOR 2.50 per 100; 22.50 per 1000 ORDER AT ONCE. GRAND RAPIDS VIOLET CO. GRAND RAPIDS, MICHIGAN. ffeas£ tnention tfw- A merican Florist when ivritine- AMERICAN BEAUTY;;? ALLEN & OCKERLUND, 1 1 4 Winona Ava., Sta. Ravanswood, Chicago. omrnnTrnmrmmnmmTTTmTmnmmmmTTTTmmmmTTmnmmnmmnmmmTfa The SBiisational New Rose for 1902, j I MRS. OLIVER AMES.) E For description, prices, etc., see Trade List. 3 Henry A. Trask, Editor of "North American," says in a letter dated Feb. 19th, 1902. 3 The box of rosea arrived safely last Saturday afternoon. Please accept my thanks. To my 3 mind they are the realization of the ideal. Yours very truly, H. A. TEiSK, Editor. 3 S 1 00.00 IS OFFERED IN PRIZES lor Cut Flowars of this Rosa at Madison Square 3 Show next tall. punyO 1 yTI|p||l|||0 some new European varieties of sterling merit, the stock of which ^ bnn I OHR I nulilUnld we control for the American Market, and also all the cream of C last gear's new European varieties, and all the New American varieties of this season's intro- C duction; for those contemplating growing for the shows next fall the above will prove winners. I JOHN N. MAY, Summit, N. J. | cmmimimiiiiiumtmtmiinuimtiiimuuuuuuuiniiimiiuiiiHiiiitiitiiiiitntiutiiifii Rose Plants for Sale GOOD CLEAN STOCK, WELL ESTABLISHED. Brides, Bridesmaids, Meteors and Golden Gates, 2-in. rose pots, $30 per J 000; 3-in. rose pots, $45 per J 000; 4-in. rose pots, $60 per 1000. CHRVSANTIIEMIM ROOTED CUTTINGS.... TIMOTHY EATON, $3 per 100. Gr..„h.u..s. BJ133EJX J WASHBURN, «•""«*"•"'' HINSDALE, ILL. Ave., CHICAGO. California Field-Grown ROSE BUSHES Hardy, Tender, Own Roof, Root Grafted. We are booking contracts now for delivery winter and spring of 1904 in anv quantity and variety wanceu. Send us your list in variety, witQ quantity each wanted and we will make prices delivered. You can save money by contraatiog with us in advance. Further, you can mase ample provisions for selling ihem. It will pay you to talk this matter over with us by letter, and the quicker you get about it the better. California Rose Co., (inc ) Los Angeles, Cal. ROSE PLANTS 2V2'Uich Rose plants, fully as good as any we have ever sent out : METEOR, $2.50 per JOO; $20.00 per JOOD. MAIDS, 3.00 per JOO; 25.00 per 1000. J. A. BUDLONG, 37-39 Randolph St. CHICAGO. CARNATIONS FORTY VARIETIES, nearly ■■• f-om soil. Send for prices on what you -cd GEO. HANCOCK & SON. CRA-'O HAVEN, MICH $7.50 Per Thousand CARNATIONS from soil, clean healthy stock. 2000 McGowan, 8000 Wm. Scott, 5000 Thos. Cartledge. 1000 Mme. Bruant, best red, in bloom and bud, 4-inch, |5.00 per 100 1000 Canna Florence Vaughan, 4-in ., $6.00. 1000 Austria, 4-inch, $6.00. JohnF, Horn&Bro., Allentown, Pa. Carnations, Geraniums Cannas, Etc. :3Sr The Cottage Gardens, Queens, L. I. 630 The American Florist. May 17, Pittsburg. TRADE ON THE DECLINE AND CUT FLOWEBS ACCUMCLATING. — QUALITIES DETEEIO- RATING.— CLUB PLANS JUNE EXHIBITION. — NOTES OF VARIOUS DOINGS. Business continues on its downward course but this is the first poor week in several months. Stock is piling up and prices are going down. Low prices are no inducement to buy. Bridesmaids and Brides look as though they were sorry they came and Beauties, Jacqs, Perles and Bon Silenes are the standard of excellence. Yellow daisies are exception- ally fine. Carnations are still up to the standard and a little cheaper in price. The demand for palms has begun and the stores seem well stocked with them. They are selling rapidly and bringing good prices. The city comptroller has refused to sign the warrant for salary of Elmer E. Siebeit, recently appointed superintend- ent of Highland Park. Lack of knowl- edge and ability to perform the duties required are the comptroller's reasons. Mr. Siebert has never before held a posi- tion In this profession. The Pittsburg and Allegheny Florists' Club is perfecting details for a flower show in the latter part of June. The show last year was very successful. This year the exhibition will require a much larger hall and much better lighting arrangements. Randolph & McClements exhibited 3,000 American Beauties in their win- dows and store last Friday. They were used Saturday at a dinner given to C. M. Schwab, president of the United States Steel Corporation. David Geddes has succeeded Mrs. E. A. Williams at her South Side store. Mrs. Williams will devote her time to her handsome Penn avenue store. On Friday night a heavy frost occurred in this section. The temperature fell to 10° but no loss is reported among the growers. Thomas M. Ulam and Jennie P. Myers were united in marriage on Wednesday, AptU 30. E. L M. New Ulam, Minn.— C. H. Boock has a large spring stock and is preparing for a big trade. He has found business good all season. VioletPlants WELL ESTABLISHED Per 100 uoo IMPERIAL 2X-inch $2.75 $25.00 MARIE LOUISE " 2.75 25 00 FARQUHAR " 2.75 25.00 SWANLEY WHITE " 2.75 25 00 CAMPBELL " 2.50 22.50 GRAND RAPIDS VIOLET CO. GRAND RAPIDS, MICHIGAN. "How to Make Money GROWING VIOLETS" by George Siiltford, .10 ynurs' practii'iil l■.^;pe^ieIlce. PnicE. 25 and 50 cents, postpaiil— Money order preferred. VIOLET CULTURE CO., 6 1 Qulncy Streel. BROOKLYN, N. Y. ..Violet Plants.. iteady for immediate ahlpmont. Imperial S2.75 per ino f&.w per lOiiO Swanlev White 2.7.5 per 100 25 DO per 1000 M. Lou'ise 2.7.1 per 100 25.nO per lliOO Lady Campbell 3.60 per 100 2!.B0 per 1000 Grabb & Hunter, Grand Rapids, Mich, Cannas, Roses, Palms, Etc. CANNAS. strong, 3- in. pot plants, un- less noted at $1.00 per 100. Florence Vaughan, Itali.i, Queen Charlotte, Pres. Cleveland, J, D. Cabos, Sophia Buchner, Egandale, Burbank, Duke of Marlborough, Alsace, Robert Christie. Martha Washington, at J6.00 per 100. Qll^r^ A general assortment of Ever- Iflf^CO. blooming varieties, strong, 2-inch and 2V4-inch pots, $2.50 per 100; $20 00 per 1000. PCDIIIIIIUC S. A. Nutt, Mme. Bar- UCIlAIIIUnia. ney, Richelieu, La Favorite, .John Ooyle, Mme. Charles Molin and Beuute Poitevine, $30.00 per 1000. Per 100 Marquis de Castellane $6.00 Set of 4 New Bruants for 60c. Set of 8 New Doubles for $1.50. In good asscrtroent. our choice of vari- eties, $27.60 per 1000. Per 100 PRIMULA FORBES! $3.00 HELIOTROPES 2.00 SELAGINELLA Emmeliana 2.00 FUCHSIAS, in good assortment of varie- ties, 2V4-in. pots 2.50 BEGONIAS— Vernon and Vulcan 2.50 LANTANAS in vririety 2 50 Areca Lutescens, 2Vi-in. pots, $30.00 per ICOO 4.00 Areca Lutescens, 3-in. pots 8.00 Areca Lutescens, 4-in. pots., 3 plants in a pot 20.00 Kentia Belmoreana, 2!4-in. pots 7 00 Kentia Belmoreana, 3 -in. pots 15 00 Latania Borbonica, 2i4-in. pots 3.00 Latania Borbonica, 3-in. pot, $40 per 1000 5 00 Pandanus Utilis, 2V4-in. pots 5.00 Pandanus Utilis, 4-in. pots 15.00 Pandanus Veitchii,4-in. pots, $6.00 perdoz. IStorrsA Harrison Co. PAINESVILLE, OHIO. Geraniums, Petunias, Asters. PCDAUIIIM^ ^^ *^^ ^**^' offering the following Superb varieties, extra strong rooted cuttings, ULIlArilUIVIu which will make salable 2V4-in. stock in short notice, labeled and true to name, $1 50 per 100; $14.00 per 1000: S. A. Nutt (best crimson bedder), E. G. Hill F. Perkins, Beaute Poitevine, Mme. Bruant. Dutchess of Orleans, Thos. Meehan, Alphonse Riccard, L. P. Morton, Athlete, J. J. Harrison, E. Kelway, Mme. Jaulin. nnilDI C CDIIiPCtI DCTMIIIAC Ten novelties, mostly light colors, labeled, fine plants in bud UUUiiLl rnlnUuU rCIUni'^O and bloom, from 2H-in. pots, .$2.00 per 100; $18.00 per lOOr Same varieties from 2M-in. pots, $1.75 per 100; $15.00 per lOOO. Rooted cuttings, $1 per 100; $8 per lOOO. ■ nTrno Giant Comet colors white, pink, blue or crimson. Plants from 214-in. pots, $1.25 per 100; .12.C0 per lOOO. Cash with order. THE W. T. DUCKLEY PLANT CO.. SPRINGFIELD, ILL. I GERANIIMS. . COLEUS. Per 100 10 ^ tandard Varieties, 2i4'inch pots $3.00 10 Standard Varieties, 3-inoh"pots 4.00 Ageraium, 2 varieties, blue 2.00 Asparagus Sprengeri 2.00 Verbenas 2.00 i.OO Per 100 12 varieties, 2- inch pots $2.00 Cannes, 8 varieties, 4 inch pots 10.00 Centaurea Cymn., 2-inch pots 2.00 Vinca Variegata, 2!^-inch pots 2.60 Asparagus Plumosus, lune 1st 3.00 CASH OR C. O. 1>. ya Seedling Petunias S JOS.H.CUNNINGHAM.Delaware.O. | Witfboldii Ferns.... A rare chance to get stock of this fine fern cheap. 2;^-in. |5, 3-in. %%, S-in. |20 per 100. Bench plants, good for 2%-'\a. $3, 3-in. #S, 4-in. J6, 6-in. $25 a 100. Per 100 ALTERNANTHERA, pot plants, red, yellow, pink $2 00 RUSSELIA Multlflora and Elegantis- sima, 2^-in 3 CO cas„ plfahk a. J. BALDWIN, Newark, Ohio. Per 100 BOSTON FERNS, 3-in J8 00 VINCA Major, strong 3 00 GERANIUMS, 6 vars 3 CO COLEUS, 10 vars 2 00 BEDDING PLANTS. Stnmc: healthy stock, rij^ht prices: At^eniluni, AltoriiJintluTiL, Alywsuni, Aspurucvis, Astrr, Can- nus, Carnutions, ('(Mitiiureu. Oolcus, Duisius, Kt-riis, Feverfew, 12,000 Geraniums. lloUotrope, Ivy, Lobelia. Nasturtium. 30.000 Paiisics, Tchir- l^d'nium. Petunia, Salvia, Sti-via, Stocks, Vcrl)cna. Vinca and others, i^ome aii" Ivory Riemau Pink Ivory Mayflower Yellow Mayflower Viviand- Morel Mrs. Jerome .Tones — rooted cuttings, $1.50 per 100. From 2V4-inoh pots, $2.50 per 100. Monrovia, earliest yellow] Rooted Cuttings, $3.50 White Bonnaffon Lavender Qceen Col. Aopleton, yellow Timothy Eaton, white E. D. Smith, yellow per 100. I' From 2H-inch pots, J $1 per 100. I Rooted Cuttings $3 per 100. From Mrs. W. B. Chamberlain, pink \ 2H-in. pots, $i.BO AMERICAN BEAUTY ROSES from 2H and 3-inoh pots, tor $40 and $60 per lOuO. George Harrer, Morton Grove, III. IVORY AND BONNArrON CHRYSANTHEMUMS. Plants from 2-inch pots, $5.00 per 100; $18.00 per lOOO. Ready for immediate delivery. WM. MURPHY, Wholesale Florist, station F. CINCINNATI, OHIO. Chrysanthemums cX »f Merry Monarch, white and yellow; Willowbrook, J. H. Troy, J. E. Lager, Robinson, Pacific, Polly Rose, Shrimpton, Bonnaffon, M. Henderson, Ivory, pink and white; Murdock, F. B. Hayes, Pres. Smith, .1. Jones, $1.25 per 100; $10 per lOOJ. Walter Molatsib, R. Halliday, Appleton, $2.00 per 100. Cash with order. G. F. NEIPP, Aqueduct, Woodhaven P. 0., N. Y. PUase mention tfie Jirmncan I'iorisi when w/WZinF. CHRYSANTHEMUMS. E. G. Hill, RobinBon, Maud Dean, Yanoma, 15 other varieties out of 2W-inch pots. $2.00 per lOO. Col. Appleton, Modesto. Timothy Eaton, Gold- mine, Nftgoya, out of 2i4- io- pots, $3.L0 per 100. Will exchange for Canuas or Palms. A. D, Montgomery \^^:ii Hazelton, Pa. Ready July 1 ASPARAGUS PLUMOSUS, 4-inch at $7.50 per 100; 3-inch at $3.00 per 100; $41.00 per 1000. SMILAX. 2-inch at $1.50 per lOO; $12.50 per 1000. BONE MEAL, best for Florists' use at $3.50 per 200 lb. ba^. ALBERT M HERR, LANCASTER, PA. THE AMERICAN FLORIST'S COLOR CHART PRICE IS CENTS POSTPAID. AMERICAN FLORIST CO., Dcarfeorn St., Chlsagt, III. Imported Bulbs for Florists' Forcing Send Us Your List for Pricing. Our arraagements for high grade bulbs of Llllutn Harrisli, French Romans, Papar WhHa Grandltlora, Caiias, Japan LongHlorum, London Market Valley, and ficked bulbs of all Dutch Hyacinths, ullpt, Narcissus and Spiraa are unex- celled. Bulbs secured from tis will be sub- ject to careful inspection and approval on arrival, and if in any 'way unsatis- factory, will be made good at once. By combining your order for a full line of this stock with us, you get each in season and all at the closest cost for high grade stock. Economy in car- load freight shipments and large importations supply half our profits. Write for Prices before closing any forcing stock orders. VAUGHAN'S SEED STORE, 1 4 Barclay St., New York. 84-86 Randolph St., Chicago. NEW CARNATIONS. Cressbrook and Fair Maid, strong, from soli, $1 50 per doz.; $10.00 per 100; $75.00 per 1000. CHRYSANTHEMUMS Fine strong plants from 2^-lnch pots, ready now. Our selection, all good standard sorts, 330.C0 per 1000. We have many other varieties than here listed. Send for complete list. Price per 100: R. Halliday $4.00 Major Bonnaffon. . . 3.00 Philadelphia 5.00 Pennsylvania 5.00 Modesto 3.00 Nagoya 3 00 M. de Montmort 3.00 Glory of the Paoiflo 3.00 Lady Harriett 6.00 Maud Dean 4.00 Xeno 3.00 Geo. W. Chllds 4.00 Intensity 4.00 T.Eaton $1.00 Nellie Pockett 8.0O Lady Roberts 8.0O Mrs. E. D. Smith... 6.C0 Golden Beauty 8.00 Mrs. Chamberlain . 8.00 Mme. F. Bergmann 3.0O Willowbrook 3.0O Merry Monarch 3 00 Polly Rose 3.00 G. S Kalb 3.00 Ivory 3.00 Mrs. .J Jones 3.00 H. A. Parr 3.00 CYCLAMEN H. WEBEB & SON'S, Oakland, Kd. PERSICUM SPLENDENS QiaANTEUM Finest strain in the world, in four true colors, extra strong plants, transplanted from llat.s 5 to 7 leaves, $3.00 per ItO; I35.C0 per 1000. From 2>4-in. pots, $1.00 per 100; $35.00 per 1000. Eitia select, $5.00 per 100; $40.00 per 1000. Satisfaction guaranteed. Paul Madar, East Stroudsburg, Pa. COLEUS. Good stock, from 2-inch pots, in 10 sorts, per 100, $200. (No Golden liedder or VerschafTeltii.) f*% A HSf IV A tt from pots. Burbank, Aus- V**4SiJSIJl» tria. L. Vaughan, Mile. Berat, F. Bismarck, C. de Bouchard, AUemania, Henderson, Egandale, F, Vaughan, per 100, $6.00. 2-inch pots. Per 100 Sweet Alyssum $2.00 Sweet Alyssum, variegated 3.00 Swainsonia Alba 3.00 Major Bonnaffon 'Mum 2.00 Dusty Miller (Centaurea Gym.) 2.00 Smilax 2.00 Moon Vines, white 3.00 Lobelia, trailing 2.00 Asparagus Sprengeri 2.00 Carex Jap. Var 3.00 Umbrella Plants 2.00 Lophospermura, climber 2.50 Vinca Vines, a varieties 2,50 Alba Picta Begonias 2.50 Alba Picta Begonias. 3-inch 5.00 Grevillea Robusta, 3-ineh 6.00 Clematis Paniculata, good, strong stock, ready for 3 and 4-inch pots or planting out, 3.00 ^^"Cash or satisfactory reference with order. GEO, L. MILLER, Newark. 0, Please mention the Amebjcan Florist every time you write to an adrertiaer. 632 The American Florist. May 17, Price $2.00 Postpaid. I HE AMERICAN FLORIST COM- pany's Trade Directory for \ 902, fully revised to date, with thousands of new names and changes of address, is now ready for distribution. It contains 418 pages, including complete lists of the Florists, Seeds- men and Nurserymen of the United States and Canada, arranged both by states and towns and all names alphabetically. Also lists of Private Gardeners, Firms which issue catalogues. Horti- cultural Supply Concerns, Parks, Cemeteries, Landscape Architects, Experiment Station Hor- ticulturists, Botanical Gardens, and much other conveniently indexed and invaluable trade infor- mation. Published by the American Tlorist Co. 324 Dearborn St., Chicago, III., I. S. A. i Contains 418 Pages. Now Ready igo2. The American Florist. 633 DON'T COME ,1,'c MICTION Unless you are willing; to take your chances in a big crowd. But the crowd is there because it pays ihem, for the stock is excellent and the variety in all lines of plants is innumerable. Come any Tuesday or Friday, and stock up at your own price or write to us and we will place your bids. WM. ELLIOTT & SONS Horticultural Aoctioneers, 54 Dcy Street, NEW YORK. J SPECIAL TRADE LIST S^Va"y' E MONTH Size of pots. Per doz. 100 .25 $ 2.00 .50 4.00 Asparagus Sprengeri 2 Ageratum, dark and light blue — 3 AbutiloQ Savitzii 3 Bouvardias, single and double, white, pink and scarlet 2 BouvarJia Humboldtli, jasmine flowering, sweet seemed 2 Clematis, large flowering varieties, strong plants Clematis Paniculata, strong plants 4 Clematis Paniculata, strong plants 3 Cobsea Scandens 3 Geraniums, best bedding varieties 3 Geraniums, Mrs. Parker 2H Lobelias, Emperor William, Pumila aplendens pure white 2H Lantana, Lemoine best dwarf var. 2H Petunia, double white 2i4 Umbrella Plants 3 Salvia Splendens 3 Verbenas, fine assortment 2^ Violets, the California, La France, Princess of Wales, Schoenbrun.. Aster Plants, Queen of the Market, Semple's Branching, separate colors Chrysanthemums, best stand, var. 2i4 Chrysanthemums, plants from soil Chrysanthemums, rooted cuttings, from sand bed .40 2.50 .40 3.C0 4.00 1.60 .75 .50 .50 .75 .40 .40 .40 .75 .50 10.00 5.00 4.00 4.00 5 0O 3 CO 3.00 3 00 5.00 4.00 3.00 .40 3.00 1.00 3.00 1.50 1.00 SEND rOR LIBT OF VARIETIES. C. EISELE,1lth and Jefferson Sts., Philadelphia, Pa. Boston Ferns. Fine plants, $25 per 100. DRAC/ENA INDIVISA, 6-inch, $6.00; 7-inch, $7.00 per doz.; 2 ft. up, extrafine. KENTIAS,6-in..$75and $100 per 100. 30,000 QERANIUMS.SJ/a and 4-in..in bud and bloom, $7 per 100, upwards. Nutt, Jaulin, Poitevine, Mt. Snow, La Favorite, etc., etc., and new ones — Jean Viand, Jacquerie, Thos. Meehan, etc., etc., straight kinds. VINCA VAR., long strings, 5 and 6-inch, $2.00 to $3 00 per dozen. Altemanthera, 3 kinds, $15 per 1000. L. H, Foster, 45 King St., Dorchester, Mass. Plant and Rooted Cutting List NOW READY FOB SHIPMENT. ROOTED CUTTINGS. Per 100 Coleus, Red Versohafteltii $ .75 Geraniums, Mme. Pollock 1.50 " HappyThought 1.50 English Ivy 1.00 Heliotrope 60 Chrysanthemums 1.25 POT PLANTS. Per 100 Pteris Tremula, 2M-'noh .$1.60 PteriB Tremula, 2H inch 2,35 Pteris Tremula, 3-inch 4.00 Roses. Ulrioh Brunner, 2i4-inch SCO Hydrangea Otaksa, for growing on, 4- inch.. 5.00 Hydrangea Otaksa, *' . '* 5-inoh.. 7.00 Hydrangea Otaksa, "■."•'" 6-inoh. .10.00 Hydrangea Otaksa, '♦" '■ " 7-inch .. 16.00 rHDVCAMTHFMilMC W. H. Lincoln, Jerome Jones, Golden Wedding, Philadelphia, Ivory, vllHIonii I IILIiIUItIu Thornden, Pres. Smith, Minnie Wanamaker, Loais Boenmer, Maud Dean, Viviand-Morel, Major Bonnaflon, G. W. Chiids, Mme. Beremann, Glory of Pacidc, J. G. Whilldin. Rooted cuttings, grand stuff, 11.25 per 100; »10.00 per 1000. |^~A11 the above sold on the positive guarantee of their being flrst-olass, it not, your money at Once refunded. Having to rebuild our greenhouses this season the following stock is in our way at the start. If you want any speak quick: Asparagus Plumosus, 3-year, from bed, fine clumps, $18.00 per 100. Ken- tias, 2W-inoh, very flue, $5 00 per 100. Roses— Dlrlch Brunner and Paul Neyron, 3-year-old, from boxes, own roots, J8.00 per 100. Kentia Seedlings, from flats, 1-year, $3.50 per lOO. Geranium Mrs. Pollock and Happy Thougat, 1 and 2-year stock, plants from bench, $S.0O per 100. Calias, 4-year-old, $5.00 100. Steel Wire Stakes, galvanized. No. 8 wire, 3 feet, used one season, $5.60 per 1000. ,j_ JOHN IRVINE & SONS, Bay City, Mich. ^ With Leaves On... JAPANESE FERN BALLS. We have an immense stock of Fern Balls, well furnished with leaves, at $5.00 per dozen. Cufls from $3.00 per dozen, up. The Geo. Wittbold Co., Chicago, III. A FEW GOOD THINGS YOU WANT. KENTIA BELMOREANA and FORSTERIANA, spec- ial price to reduce stock, 21^-in., 8c: 3-in.,15c: 4-in. 25c; B-in., 60o; 6-in., $1.00. 3, 4, 5-in. ARECA LUTESCENS, 2 and 3 plants to a pot, same price. These are excellent lot of clean, cool grown plants. BOSTON FERNS, 4c, 8c, 15c, 30c and 50c each. DRACAENA INDIVISA, 3,4, 5-in., 6c, lOo, 25c each. GERANIUMS, 2-in., Bonnat, double and single Grant, La Favorite, S. A. Nutt, Atkinson, Salleroi, Poitevine, M. Barny, Eleber, John Doyle, Jaulin, Riocard, Mrs. E. G. Hill, Perkins. Per 100— 3-in., $3.00; 3-in., $5.00. ASPARAGUS SPRENGERI, 2-inch, $3.00 per 100; Plumosus, 3-inch, $8.00 per 100. ENGLISH IVY, 2-in., $3.00; 3-in., $6 00 per 100. Verbena, Petunia, Smilax, Achyranthes, Lobelia, Coleus, Altemanthera, Tomato Plants, Campbell Violets, Aster, Ageratum, Heliotrope, Vinca Var., Giant Aly&sum, Scarlet Sage Clara Bedman, 2 in., $2.00 per 100; 3-in., $4.00 to $5.00 per 100. Send for wholesale lists. Cash or C. O. D. GEO. M. EMUANS, NEWTON, N. J. rWM/wwwywyvwMwywwvvwvwywwwMV%. RGBT. CRAIG & SON, | Roses, Palms and Novelties in Decorative Plants, i Market and 49th Sts., Phlladelphra, Pa. BEGONIA GLOIREDE LORRAINE, Begonia Light Pinl( Lorraine, B^or June and Later Delivery, $15.00 per ICO; $140.00 per 1000. Edwin Lonsdale, T:.rnTHir. near Pa. fHeaiC mtnU'on tiK American FlorUt when writing. 125,000 ASTER PLANTS Best florist's cut flower varieties; all ^■ transplanted. Strong plants, bushy roots; sure to please you. ASTERS. HohenzoUern, pure white, delicate rose and red (Roemer's), last year novelty, grandest aster to date. Mammoth size, 7 inches across, double to center, resembling a large Japanese chrysanthemum, unsurpassed for cutting or bed- ding, plants branching, with strong stems 18 to 20 inches long. 7Uo per 100; $6.00 per 1000. Queen of the Market, white, red, pink and miKed. Florists* Upright Branching, outer petals re- curved, center petals incurved, superb cut flower, pure white, daybreak pink, flery scarlet and lavender. Late Branching or Semple's, white, rose pink, lavender, red and mixed. All the above are the best money mak^s for florists, strong, healthy plants, assorted to suit, 50c per 100; $4.00 per 1000. Express prepaid for cash with order. DES MOINES PUNT CO., 38th StM Des Moines, Iowa. IMPATIENS THE QUEEN This variety we now offer for the first time, it being far ahead of any cheap bloom- ing house plant that we know of. A grand plant for out-of-town florists. L Flowers W4, to \V2 inches in diameter, color a dtUcite satiny pink with bright car- mine eye, center of petals faintly tinged with white, wonderfully profuse and of the easiest culture. Price, 2-inch pot plants, $1.50 per doj.i $10.00 per JOO. CENTBAX UICHIOAN NUKSEKY, Ealamasoo, Mich. Seate mention (heAmeriMn Fior^fl w/Kn u^ittng. 634 The American Florist. May I J, CiocinnatL PETERSON HAS LASGB AREA OF OUTDOOR STOCK FOR CUT FLOWERS. — FINE YOUNG STOCK UNDER WAY.— MEETING OF THE SOCIETY.— DIRECTORS NOMINATED. J. A. Peterson has been hustling the past week to get hit asters planted. He has about 15,000 as nice plants to set ont as one will see in a long while. A look around the place convinces the vis- itor that Mr. Peterson has not been asleep, for a field of 50,000 lily of the valley, an acre of irises, another of paeonias and tree pseonias, a large tract of dahlias, with an abundance of hardy roses and a big lot of Crimson Ramblers, induces one to believe that Mr. Peterson is certain of a large cut of outdoor stock. A bouse of Pandanus Veitchii, with fine color, are just ready for a shift. One of Mr. Peterson's hobbies is Begonia Gloire de Lorraine and he has thousands of small plants in thumb pots. His carna- tions tor this time of the year are throw- ing some fine blooms, especially Mrs. Bradt and Marquis. A couple of the men were transplanting the cyclamens into 4-inch pots and they are the best around this city. The meeting of the Florists' Society Saturday night was the best attended for a year. The following names were placed in nomination for directors for the ensuing year: Geo. Bartlett, Wm. Mur- phy, R. Witterataetter, Ben. George, Frank Ball, E. G Gillett, George Mur- phy, W. K. Partridge, J. W. Rodgers and Wm. Schuman, five to be elected. The polls will be open from 8 until 9:30 p. m,, Saturday, June 14. Already applica- tions are being received for the summer outdoor meetings. Chas. Pommert, of Amelia, O., gets the July meeting at his place, and Will Murphy the August meeting, at least that is what the society voted for Saturday night. D. PoRTCHBSTER, N. Y. — The Westchester Gardeners' Association meets here the fourth Saturday in each month. The oflScers are Fred. Fremd, president; John Shore, vice-president; Wm. Smith, treas- urer, and Geo. Draycott, Rye, secretary. The membership is now seventy-eight and a show is proposed for next fall. At the April meeting President Fremd gave an account of his recent visit to Florida; the May meeting will be utilized for a discussion on outdoor shrubs by Vice- President Shore, J. F. Williams and others, and for the June meeting Japanese stock will be the subject. Fresh Tobacco Stems. Bales of 300 pounds, $1^0. Cash With Obdsb W. C. BECKERT, AlleghBny. Pa. The Art ...of Floral Arrangement The only special newspaper in the world for floral arrangement. 200 ILLOSTRATIONS ANNUALLY. Specimen number free. Subscription, $2.40 yearly. BINDEKUNST-VERLAQ J. QLBERTZ, ERFURT, fiERMANY, INrORMATION WANTED! Of any and all Floral Establishments in the country which are not well stocked up with the following goods: BRONZED BEECH and LAUREL FOLIAGE, new and effective, but also inexpensive. CYCaS LEAVES and WREATHS, Bajersdorfer & Go's special quality and improved finiih. INDESTRUCTIBLE METAL DESIGNS, in beautiful and attractive assortment. IMMORTELLES in every Desirable Color. These are all desirable and salable articles for Memorial Day. Do you realize that the day is close at hand? The season is forward and fresh Flowers will be scarce. The above named goods will be in big demand. Our stock is the best procurable and our prices are low. H. Bayersdorfer & Co., 50-56 N. rourth St., PHILADELPHIA, PA. D. 0. Gunnmgiiam Glass GO., .PITTSBURG, PA. Tank Window Glass. Hot-House Glass fl Specialtu. Horticultural Builders & Heating Engineers PHILLIPS MFC. CO., T«l. 1851 Bergen. Jersey Clly, N, J. lu 1900 we built 5,726 square feet. In 1901 " 21,276 square feet. In 1902 " to date 14,962 square feet. Have orders for^ 19,600. This should convince you we are progressive and up-to-date. See the range we are building for S. Untermeyer, Esq., Grey stone, Yonkers, N.Y.; conceded by practical authority to be a perfect type of greenhouse. Call us up. Wire Hanging Baskets 12-inch, well-made, painted green, $2 per dozen; 5 15 per 100. GEO. L. MILLER, Newark, Ohio. Pl^ajf mention thir Amgrican Florisi when Vfyittne WE NOW OFFER J5 ''Chemicals formaking LIQUID COMPOST. Dry powders ftU soluble in water. Lomposts cost less than Vjo per gal. CorrespondeDce invited. EASTERN CHEMICAL COMPANY, 620 Atlantic Ave., Boston. ^L^„! ADJUSTABLE VASE HOLDER No. 1. — Itrass, nickel, 4 f*?et lont:, 6 clasps to raoli ffni. Price complete (with preen or while tum- blers) $2 33. Price complete (with ^;reen or white rornuropia vases) IJ2..50. No. 2.— Heavy 4 ft. rod. brassi'd and nlcki-Ied, with throe clasps for R to fl-lnch pots, nanh $l.7.S. KIFT'S PATENT Rubber Capped FLOWER TUBES, IH-inch dlJimf-ter. per IW, $;<,50. JOSEPH KIFT & SONf 1726 Chestnut St.. Phila., Pa. VALUABLE IRON GUTTER PATENTS I hereby offer for sale the Patents covering my Wrought Iron Gutter; also the Patents covering the Gutter advertised in last week's edition of the American Florist. Florists' Exchange, and the Florists' Review, by Geo, M. Garland. The increased business of the Standard Ventila- ting Machine demands my whole attention to its manufacture. But, as in the past I will give the gutter business its fullest share of attention until the patents are sold. Yours truly, E. HIPPARD, Youngstown. Ohio. LUMBER AT HALF PRICES. WK ri IM II ISKII TflK l'A\ *11K1{H \N K.XI'OMI ION SEND US YOUR LUMBER BILL FOR OUR ESTIMATE. Pipe, Machinery and Building Supplies in General. FKKK t VTAI, fach |jiiiK'«V.Ulo».N. 47 rortUo 'pile "from Sberlir*. .ndRcccher'-Rale. Chicago nouBO Wrecking Co. AWARDED THEONLV FIRST CLASS CEBTIFICATEOFME BIT BVTHESOCIETYOF AMERICA] FLORIST SAT BOSTONMASs] AUC.2ISTIB90.F0R STANDARtl FLOWER POTS. MlILLDIN PotteryGo ^^JerseyQty ^^'^JPloNG Island (Tty PhiladFlphia L'raveling Representative, U. CUTLER RYERSON, 108 Third Ave. Newark, N. J Standard POX^ Flower... ■ V^ i vJ If your greeahouses are within 600 miles of the Capitol, write us, we can save you money W. H. ERNEST. 28th «nd M StreeU. W*SHINaTOH. P. C. GEO. KELLER & SON, MANUFACTURERS OP FLOWER POTS. Before buyine write for prices. 361-361 Herndon Street. near Wrightwoml Ave., CHICAGO^ ILL Please mention ike American Florist when writing. FLOWER POTS .^XsXj XCXIVX>S. A SPECIALTY STANOARD POTS List SDd SAMPLES FREE. SWAHN'S POTTERY MF'G CO., P. 0. Box 78. MINNEAPOLIS. MINN. Please rention the A merican FLoriU when writiny Invalid Appliance Co., GOLUMBU PLfNT TUBS "Tb* klW Ifcal MCM r«il tftn-" I™ Regan Printing House ««'"' CATALOGUES f LORISTS' ^"'"''*^^*^ iT 87-9J Plymouth Place, jt»CHICAGOj»J»> ' PItase mention the A merica n Florist when ■writing. i5^Standard The lightest running, most rapid and powerful ventilat- ing machinery in the market. Duplex Gutters, Made of wrought or cast iron with self adjusting sash bar clips. The only Drip Proof Metal Gutter offered to the Public. Send for my cata- logue free. C Hippard, Youngstown, 0. STANDARD FLOWER POTS ! Packed in small crates, easy to handle. Pots Price per crate 120 7 in., in orate, $4.20 60 8 48 9 48 10 24 11 24 12 12 14 6 16 Pots Price per crate 1500 2-in. in crate, $4.88 1500 2« 5.25 1500 2^ 6.00 1000 3 5.00 800 3!^ 5.80 500 4 " 4.50 3205 4 51 144 6 3.16 aoo aao 4.80 S8D " 4.80 " 4.80 " 4.60 Seed pans, same price as pots. Send for price list ot cfylinders for Cut Flowers. Hanging Bas- kets, Lawn Vases, eto. 10 per cent oil for cash with order. HILFINQER BROS' POTTERY, OR ... FORT IDWARD, N Y. AconsT RoLKiB A Sons, New York AEenta, 31 Barclay St., New York Citt. KELLER BROS. ^ gia.ifi.i7.iQ.gi.ga Pearl St.. NORRISTOWN. PA. Manufacturers of Standard Flower Pots, red in color, equal to the best on the market; are 16 miles from Philadelphia, best of railroad connec- tions. We give special attention to mall orders and make special sizes to order in quantities. A. postal will bring prices and discounts. RED pots SAMPLE POT AND PRICE LIST ON APPLICATION. C. C. POLLWORTH CO., Xl^'*""''" Gardeners' Chronicle. A Weekly Illustrated Journal. Ebtadlibheu 1841. The GARDENERS* CHRONICLE has been FOR ovBR Sixty Ybarb the Leading Journal of Its class. It has achieved this position because, while specially devoting itself to supplying the dally requirements of gardeners of all classes, the infor- mation furnished is of such general and perma- nent value that the GARDENERS' CHRONICLK is looked up to as the btandaud AUTBouiTTon the subjects of which it treats. Subscription to the United States, %i 20per vear. Remittances to be made payable to H. G. COVE. OFricB: — 41 Wellington St., Covent Garden. London. England. tgo2. The American Florist, 637 THE NEW CAST IRON VENTILATOR Patent Aoptied For. The sash beiUT perfectly balanced you can open the sash on houses up to lOCO feet long with one machine. No headrbars. Ko hinges to rust. Will last a lifetime. The irlce is within the reach of all. Send for descriptive circular. A. RASMUSSEN, NtW ALBANY, IND. KROESGHELL BROS. GO. 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GOOD THIMGS. Hammond's GREENHOUSE WHITE PAINT and Twemlow's OLD ENGLISH GLAZING PUTTY. In use by some of the largest Florists io the United States. Write lor prices. HAMMOND'S PAI\T AND SLUG SHOT WORKS. FISHK1LL-ON-HUDSON, N. Y. Please mention the A merican Florist when 21/ritine THE KINNEY PUMP. For applying liquid manure It has no equal. Sent prepaid for $2.00. THE HOSE CONNECTION CO., Klogston. R. I. li you write to any advertiser an3rwhere mention the paper in whicli you saw the ad. Both publisher and adTcrtiser wiM like yon better for it. 638 The American Florist. May //, Lowell, Mass. EARLY SPRING GIVES PLACE TO COLD SNAP. —MUCH OUTDOOR STOCK INJCRED BY FROST. — CUT FLOWER BUSINESS LIGHT. — PRICES TAKE A DROP — VARIOUS NOTES OF LOCAL AND TEADB DOINGS After a week of spring-like weather the temperature dropped so low that it played havoc with stock outdoors. On the night of Maj 11 we had a frost that killed all the asparagus of the truck growers and caused the greenhouse men to rekindle their fires. Busineis that started in with a boom at the first of the month has taken a tumble with the tem- perature and there is little doing, scarcely any funeral work being called for. With no business in the cut flower trade, prices have dropped, especially on carnations, which seem tobeia abundant supply at present. Good blooms can be bought for $1.50 per hundred, quite a drop from $3 per hundred about a week ago. Memorial day always makes a brisk demand here for the cheaper and indestructible goods and these are now being shown in store windows. The supply of sweet peas is so large that the prices realized are not good, blooms of good quality sel ing for 40 cents per hundred, and even lower than that in large quantities. Pansies, myosotls and daisies in bas- kets, eight plants to a basket, sell well for 25 cents, but some of the price places have them marked 15 cents per basket. Collins & Company are erecting two filty-foot houses on Rogers street. They will grow violets for the Lowell market next winter. It will not be very long before there will be an automobile in Lowell, deliver- ing flowers, if present reports are true. M. A. Patten and mother went Mon- day to South Waterboro, Me., to attend a funeral. Allan Pierce was in town last week. A.M. Newport, N. Y — Hodgson's Bellevue avenue branch has been opened for the season of 191)2 2n(l-HAND BOILERS We have in stock a great number of good second hand boilers, low pressure, which we will sell at Bargain Prices consisting of the fullowing: 10 — 48x12 horizontal tubular boilers, each ^125 00 3 — 42x10 horizontal tubular boilers, each ^100 00. 6 — 36x12 horizontal tubular boilers, each ^75 00. 1— Kroeschell hot water boiler, 100 feet capacity, $75 00. 100,000 feet 2-inch second hand boiler tubes which we furnish with sleeve couplings, oakum and cement, per foot 6 cents. 50,000 feet 4-inch flanged wrought iron casing, per foot 16 cents. Ask for Our Catalogue No 47. Chicago House Wrecking Co., West 35th and Iron Sts., Chicago, III. %tfiliiiiiiiitiitfltj^ ~ "^OSSIDLY you have heard of Cy- Wsou/TtLV/ press material that failed to last. \ r Rtt Such Cypress invariably is furn- ished by parties who have no knowledge of Sp< OF- SAP ,\ the peculiar requirements of greenhouse material. We have made greenhouse construction a special study. Our lumber is selected with the greatest of care, our material is guaranteed perfect and strictly up-to- date. Write us, when next you want material. iJViNCttfta.. : iiIto115BLACkhawkSt UniLAUU ILl. SE-LLIMG AGE.NT5 FOR GARLAMD IRON GUTTLRS. •^ I QUALITY and WORKMANSHIP If you want good greenhouses you must have a good design and good material, properly machined. We use only the Best Absolutely Clear iGlLf R[D CYPRESS AIR DRIED And have the ability and facilities to give you the best of workmanship. Before you build write for sketch and estimate. If your iron work and pipes rust and corrode write us about our PAIiyT specially prepared to prevent corrosion underground and in damp places. I /till I FOLEY MANUFACTURING CO. Office. 471 W. 22nd St. CHICAGO. ILL. Factory and Lumber Yard, 474-498 W. 2l9t Place. A STB C A > FOR -/(-.- qKeenhouseqlazin^ USEJTNQW. F.O.PIERCE CO. 170 Fulton St., NEW VCRK DILLON'S GREENHOUSE MFG. CO. ""r MA.NUrACTUKKK'i OF HOT BK<> HASH, \IK I>KIRI> (UII.P CITPBK.SS 8A9H BARS AND OTHER UKKKNHoU'.K MAfKHIAL. BUILDERS of DURABLE and PRACTICAL Greenhouses at a LOW COST. fyiiur iln".'rlni.lv ■=' PROMPT shipment;: l/'^^'PorelinscedOilPutty.RiintsBnniiesltt! |3g^ ^ WRITE FOR. LATE ST^^R ICES. )^ ITiJiE l^mmmm LlnLiiti^ir RmBrica is "ths Prow of the JIbssbI; therB may bs marB comfort Rmidsbips, but wb btb the Srst to touch Unknown Seas," Vol. XVIII. CHICAGO AND NEW YORK, MAY 24, 1902. No. 729. IFlhiie /Aiisiii@9@/AiH IFiL@iQi!@f SBTBirTBBHTH YBAB. Copjritght 1902, by American Florlit Oompany. Entered ai Seoond-Claii Mail Matter. Pdblishis itxbt Sattbdat bt AMERICAN FLORIST COMPANY, 334 Daartmrn St.. Chlcaco. Baitoni Ofllcs: 79 Milk St., Bixtoa, Subiorlption, tl.OO a year. To Europe, 12.00. Subaoriptions accepted only from the trade. SOCIETY OF AMERICAN FLORISTS AND ORNAMENTAL HORTICULTURISTS. OmcBBB — John Bubton, Pbiladelphia, Pa., preslden J. W. C. Deakb, Asbeville, N. C, vice- president, Wm. J. Stewabt, 79 Milk Street, Boston, Mass., secretary; H. B. Bbattt, Oil City, Pa., treasurer. The eighteenth annual meetint; will be held at Asheville, N. C, August, 19- 22, 1902. THE AMERICAN CARNATION SOCIETY. Annual convention at Brooklyn, N. Y., Feb- ruary, 1B03. Axbebt M. Hbbb, Lancaster, Fa., secretary. CHRYSANTHEMUM SOCIETY OF AMERICA. Annual meeting at Asheville, N. 0., August, 1902. Edwin Lonsdale, Chestnut Hill, Pa., Seo'y. AMERICAN ROSE SOCIETY. Annual meeting at call of executive committee, Lbonabd Babbon, 136 Liberty St., New York, secretary. THIS ISSUE 44 PAGES WITH COVER. CONTENTS. Carnations — The season's successes 641 A field of callasin California (illus) 643 Orchids for florists' use 643 Two new begonias (illus.) 645 Hail's destructiveness (illus.) 645 Eugllsh plant notes 645 Shrubby spiraeas for forcinp 646 Canaflian lily of the valley pips (illus.) 647 A useful perennial (illus.) 647 Greeohouse buildinp on the coast 647 Chrysanthemums — Specimen plants 648 New Jersey Floricultural Society 648 With the growers — Will Si Son, Minneapolis. ..648 Hprbaceous plant notes 648 A floral anchor (illus.) 649 Chicago 6E0 New York 660 Philadelphia. 681 Boston 651 Society of American Florists 652 Alteration to greenhouses 653 Obituary— C. H. Downie 653 —a. H. Hunnewell (portrait) 653 The seed trade 668 — Roman hyacinth situation 658 — "The Bermuda bulb crop 6i8 — California seed crops 658 —The French seed crops 658 The nursery trade 660 Our pastimes 662 St Louis 664 Toronto 668 Pittsburg 670 Detroit 672 Cleveland , 674 Buffalo 676 CARNATIONS. THE season's successes. Carnations as a rule started to bloom late last season in western Penniylvania, why I can only guess. Joost was the first to start, not forgetting Dorothy, which is profitable, though not as good a flower as Joost with me. In white. Cloud leads, Norway being rather slow and not pure white. Law- son paid me best of all pinks. Hector is still a good red with me, although I am going to try two other reds the coming season. Morning Glory is a good light pink, free, good stem, pleasing color, although only medium in size. Prosperity came too slow to pay to grow many after this. F. BUEKI. In common with many other Indiana growers we have had both White Cloud and Norway during the past season. White Cloud has done well with us and we still have to see one which will dis- place it. Norway made flowers early in the fall, then went to pieces and has never recovered. We were not able to get stock of Loma for the past season but shall try it next winter. We shall also try Queen Louise, which I think is a good one, from what I have seen of it. In reds we have been growing G. H. Crane and America. The latter is not so good as Crane, which gave us good flow- ers all winter and is still at it. America has not done nearly so well and we shall be contented with Crane until after Adonis has become available. Our pinks this season were Genevieve Lord, Mrs. Lawson, Marquis and Doro- thy. Lord gave us a number of flowers in the fall and spring, with good color but poor form, and we shall not grow it again. Lawson's only fault is its burst- ing so badly in midwinter; we cannot do without it. I think that if we grew Marquis indoors all summer it would give us more flowers and stiffer stems than we get from field-grown plants. We shall try it next winter, for the quality and color of the flowers make the plant deserving of further test. Dorothy is certainly a success and making a reputation for itself as a money maker. I have not heard of many who cannot handle this variety. It blooms from September until time to replant the houses. We benched 7,000 Dorothy last season and shall grow the same number next winter. Roosevelt is the only dark red that will occupy any space in our establishment next season. We shall plant more of this variety than last year. Our Pros- perity have not given enough flowers to pay for benchroom, but we shall grow a few next season, for it is well worth further trial. This narrows our list down consider- ably for next winter. Besides those merely g^rown for trial, including several new ones, we shall have only White Cloud, Lorna, Queen Louise, Crane, Dorothy, Lawson, Marquis and Roose- velt. Chas. Knopf. Owing to the extreme difierence in cli- mate it is doubtful whether our experi- ence with carnations here in Colorado is likely to benefit those east of the Missouri river. Our soil, too, is peculiar, the rain- fall being so meager that a sod is not formed and the soil is consequently almost entirely decomposed mineral, unlike that wonderful soil around Chi- cago. We get slender, wiry stems. We may some day learn the secrets of this soil so as to secure the rank, luxuriant growth obtained by the aldermanic Andrew at Hinsdale, but I am not sanguine. So far Lawson, Norway and Genevieve Lord are the only carnations with stems uniformly strong enough to hold the flower erect. Lawson is the most pro- ductive and the most satisfactory carna- tion we have ever grown; and when Isay most productive I mean it has produced more flowers to the plant than any other we have ever grown, not barring Scott or Maceo. Long life to Peter Fisher! May he live to give us many more as good as Lawson and Enchantress. We have this season grown thirteen varieties and on May 1 they ranked in the following order as to number of blooms produced. Lawson, Maceo, Lorna, Marquis, Roosevelt, White Cloud, Norway, Crane, Olympia, Hill, Lord, Estelle and Prosperity. In point of money produced they stood Lawson, Loma, Marquis, Maceo, Prosperity, Roosevelt, Norway, Olympia, White Cloud, Crane, Lord, Hill and Estelle. We shall only plant two of these largely the coming season, Lawson and Lorna. Our store complains that Marquis goes to sleep too quickly. We shall try Flori- ana and Dorothy. We consider Gene- vieve Lord a seductive maiden, always charming, always holding out alluring prospects and sure to separate us from our money. Maceo and Crane will be 64^ The American Florist. May 24, replaced by seedlings of our own. We shall try Gov. Wolcott rather heavily, as Loma'B stem is not strong enough. Norway has been too slow and has been a dirty pink a large part ol the time. We shall let Hill and White Clond go with our blessing for the good they have done. Hill is a good flower and on a fine stem, bnt too shy, while White Cloud is not really first-class for more than a third of the season. We shall have Crane grown for us on contract, paying 3 cents the season through, as that is cheaper than we have been growing them, and scarlet we most have. Estelle has hardly had a fair trial, as our plants were small when benched in the fall, but it trailed along in the rear all the season and was shut out by the distance flag. It will not start on this track again. A large number of the blooms were single and the stems were short. Prosperity, being a novelty, averaged twice as much per bloom as Crane or Lord and so made a lair showing. We shall grow few, if any, next season, though we hate to drop it; but it is dol- lars we are after. Oar experience with Lorna is the reverse of Mr. Herr's. Lorna began early and kept at it in good style up to the end of March. Since then lots of grass and few blooms. In number of blooms cut our four leaders January 1 were in this order: Maceo, Lawson, Roosevelt, Marquis. February 1, Maceo, Lorna, Marquis, Lawson. March 1, Maceo, Lorna, Lawson, Marquis. April 1, same as March 1. May 1, Lawson, Maceo, Lorna. Marquis. Wehavegrown Marquis since it was sent out and it has never been late in coming into bloom, as is so often said to be the case in the east. Everyone should keep a record of the cut from each variety. I recently asked our foreman and our carnation man to name our three most productive carna- tions and neither of them named more than one correctly. I doubt whether many growers will guess better than than that. !■ A. Valentine. Referring to the different varieties of carnations which we have grown the past season, and those which we will grow the coming winter, would say that we keep a record of all varieties which we grow, as to the number of blooms cut and exactly what they are sold for. In this way when it is time to decide what stock we wish to reserve for our own use, we refer to our record book, but pay no attention to the quantity of blooms given, but as to which variety has paid the most per square foot, and, if we are growing two or three different whites, the one that has paid us the most up to February 1 per square foot is the one we win use for the next season, discarding all others. Owing to late construction this past season all our plants were benched yery late. For fancy, Prosperity takes the lead, and should be grown at a temper- ature of about 52°. We benched same October 8 and commenced picking blooms December 9. If benched in July they will undoubtedly come into bloom early, so as to be in full crop for Christmas. Gov. Roosevelt seems to be the leading crim- son. It is not quite as free as Gen. Maceo, but produces well-formed flow- ers on much longer stems, and should be grown at a temperature of 52°. This, we consider the best crimson to date. G. H. Crane seems to be the best scar- let so far, and should be grown at a tem- perature of 52°, but Apollo will be our leading scarlet for next teason. Mrs. Gea. M. Bradt has done well with us the past season, and should be grown at a temperature of 50°, but we shall discard this entirely next season and grow Peter Fisher's new seedling, Mrs. M. A. fatten, instead. This will give more blooms than any standard variety and, in my judgment, is the best variegated in sight. Mrs. Lawson is yet to be beaten in its color. It should be grown at a tempera- ture of from 55° to 56°. We find if the temperature does not vary that the per- centage of split calyxes is very small. Of Golden Beauty we had very few plants, less than 400, the plants being small, and they were benched October 10. They made rapid growth, however, producing large flowers on long, stiff stems. We consider it much better than Gold Nugget THE LATE H. H. HUNNEWELL. (See page 653.) or Eldorado, and it will be our yellow for next season. This variety seems to have been overlooked by most of the florists, bnt, in my opinion, it is the best yellow to date, being as free a bloomer as other standard varieties. It should be grown at a temperature from 50° to 52°. Gen. Maceo is a free bloomer and should be grown at a temperature of 48°, but will be discarded. Eldorado should be grown at 48° to 50°, but will not fill the bill. Marquis has done well with ui during the past season, blooming continuously. It should be grown at a temperature of from 48° to 50°. There seems to be a good deal of complaint about this vari- ety not being a good shipper, but we have experienced no difficulty in this respect. The blooms should be allowed to remain upon the plants until fully developed before being picked; if not, they will invariably go to sleep the next day. Morning Glory is the leading light pink, giving large blooms on long, stiff stems, and should be grown at a temperature of 52°. This we will discard entirely, as we will grow Enchantress. For white, we had three varieties, Nor- way, which should be grown at a tem- perature of from 50° to 52°; Lorna, 48° to 50°. and White Cloud, 48°. We con- sider Lorna an improvement over White Cloud. We benched 4,000 White Cloud on September 25 and commenced picking blooms November 12, and up to the present time we have picked 60,000 blooms from the 4,000 plants, and we will pick 40,000 more by July 1. Gov. Wolcott, however, will be our main white for next season, and should be grown at a temperature of from 52° to 54°. Daring the winter weather, on the above varieties, the day temperature should not be allowed to mn over 60° to 62°. The following we consider the fancy varieties, and the ones we will grow next season: Light pink. Enchantress; crim- son, Gov. Roosevelt, Harry Fenn; scar- let, Apollo, J. H. Manley, Estelle; white, Gov. Wolcott; pink, Mrs. Lawson, Nel- son Fisher (Peter Fisher's), Marquis; yellow, Golden Beauty; variegated, Mrs. M. A. Patten (Peter Fisher's), Pros- perity. J. D. Thompson. White Cloud we still regard as the leading and most proBtable fancy white. When well grown it is as large and as fine a white, through the cool season, as has been produced. But it is not good either early or late in the season. Glacier will be grown more extensively the com- ing winter. It produces short stems early in the season, but the flowers are perfect in form and color, a fine lustrous white. It does not make as long a stem as others at any time of the season, but produces a large quantity of bloom and will do on a side bench, if it can get no better quarters. It never bursts. Lorna is grown in small quantity. It produces fine stems and flowers early in the season, better stems and flowers than White Cloud, but is not so prolific. It is less likely to split than White Cloud. Norway will be discarded. It produces good stems and some flowers, but the color is muddy, many flowers inferior in form and size. Flora Hill must be dis- carded. It never has produced a clear color with us, splits badly and is not prolific. It must be a good keeper and shipper as it sells better at commission houses than better flowers of other varie- ties of the same color. Lawson is fine in mideeason. As with others, it throws short stems in the fall, bnt from November 1 to May 1 it is in continuous bloom, and of fine color; after that it burns badly. Thrip are very fond of it. if grown cool it splits badly; needs 55° to do its best. We shall grow it in increased quantity. Triumph is our best shipper, keeperand producer in pink. It is fine early, mid- season and late. Some high class retail- ers, customers of ours, prefer Triumph to Lawson, at the same price. It is some- what subject to disease, but Is being propagated out of it. Joost produces in buch abundance and the color is so evenly diffused, all over both sides of the petals, that it is regarded as valuable, notwith- standing Its small size and short stem, about eighteen inches. Morning Glory must be retained for its color. Marquis is fine, but too late and looks sleepy. Dorothy gives us some discolored flowers. We think we must give it a little more warmth. It is a good producer, keeps and ships well, and while not at its best an ideal color, it will more than cover the field heretofore held by Scott, which must be discarded. Crocker has not yet proven profitable with us. We will try it again, give it a lighter soil and warmer quarters. Others succeed with it, why not the writer? It is certainly worth tryirig for. Genevieve Lord is still on the boards, bnt I can't jgo2. The American Florist, 643 A FIELD OF OALLAS IN CALIFORNIA. tell why it has never produced much bat grass, and is low grade at its best in this vicinity. If our patch of Irene is a sample of what it has done elsewhere it will not be heard from next season. Not over twenty per cent of the flowers are salable although it seems to gro'w and flower well. Elma does not succeed with us. Both plants and flowers are poor. Crane is still the leader in red, on account of productiveness and color. Estelle vrill be planted largely. Its color is magnificent, stems strong and straight. Our plants were small and have not grown large. It is a very much improved Jubilee. The latter will be discarded, principally for the fault of throwing a large percentage of malformed, discol- ored or single flowers, which w^e have been unable to propagate awav from. Bradt is as good as ever. Prosperity has not been profitable, but will be tried on a larger scale with hope of better results. W. J. Vesey. Orchids For Florbfs' Use. {A paper by R. Karlstrom, read before a retent meeting oj ih'. Hartford Florists" Club.] In the past, when the demand for choice flowers in variety was not so great as it ia to-day, most of our orchids belonged to private individuals and consequently few flowers found their way to the flower stores or came before the general public. The price also was beyond reach and, although they were much admired for their beauty, it seemed that they never would become popular, for the supply was limited. The grower would not invest capital, or spend inuch of his time on a plant for which he thought there was no wide market. Difficulty was also experienced in finding persons competent to grow these little known plants. The grower must, therefore, per- sonally take charge or entrust his com- paratively large investment in the hands of an inexperienced or incompetent assist- ant. The retail merchant or storekeeper was equally careful in buying flowers he had small chances of selling, or to take an order for goods he was not sure to be able to supply. But times have changed in the last ten years. It is hard to say where we are going to stop. Plants of the various orchids number well up in the millions; flowers are cut and sold in great numbers, at a profit to the growers of tens of of thousands of dollars, and still the demand is ever increasing. But plants can never be cheaper, or the supply, I believe, more abundant than at the pres- ent time. Here are a few reasons: Orchids cannot be propagated by cuttings to overproduction, as is the case with most other plants. It is a very slow process indeed to propagate them by division, and it takes several years for most of them to attain their flowering period from seeds. We must, therefore, depend almost entirely on importations from the native growing places. But even there he supply is getting smaller year by year, and it is, perhaps, but a questionoi time when it will become altogether exhausted. The immediate cause, is the thoughtless destruction by orchid col- lectors, the cutting down of the forests, and the needs of the ever-increasing pop- ulation in the districts. On the strength of this we may, there- fore, say that an overproduction of this interesting and beautiful genera is next to impossible. The opportupity for the orchid grower was never better than it is today. The demand is always iccreas- ing and the supply nearly always limited. Orchid growing has become a trade of no mean reputation. Years ago when I was a little more closely connected with the commercial world than I am now, there were more than 10,000 Cattleya TriauEe and as many Cypripedium insigne sold in Greater New York every year, and all those were grown in the vicinity of New York city. New York, however, is not the only city with a demand for orchids, and the New Yorkers are not the only ones who can grow them. No, the field is open, over this whole broad land. We have a long list of varieties, equally as good as Cattleya Triana; and Cypri- pedium insigne, only waiting to be Intro- duced, and when that is done I am posi- tive they will be appreciated by the intel- ligent flower loving public. In making up a collection it is, of course, necessary to choose such plants or varieties which promise to bloom through the whole, or greater part of their respective blooming 644 The American Florist. May 24, The flowetB of the cattleya are, as we all know, large and very beautiful, and especially C. labiata gives ns an abund- ance of flowers almoit the year around. This flower is always in demand and ought to be grown more extensively than it is to-day. Next comes C. Percivaliana, with a little smaller flower than the pre- ceding. This species comes in just between C. labiata and C. TriaccE and is therefore well worth growing, but in smaller quantity. C. Trians is one of the most useful and I think one of the most extensively grown of all the cat- tleyas. With very little forcing it will bloom from Christmas to the middle of March, or even later, when it will be suc- ceeded by C. Gaskelliana. Next in turn comes C. Mendellii, closely followed by C. Mossite. When the last named ones bloom, orchid flowers do not as a rule find as ready a sale, and it is therefore well to grow them in smaller quantities. During the rest of the year, July and the beginning of Augu»t, we have the gigantic C. Warscewiczii and C. Eldorado. It will be seen that it is possible to have cattleyas in bloom dur- ing the entire year. With the exception of C. Eldorado, which must have more heat and moisture than the rest, they can all be grown at a winter temperature of 55° to 60". This may go up to 70^ or a little more in the daytime, but neces- sitates, of course, ventilation in clear weather. It is necessary to employ two or more houses for the culture; thereby making it possible to force on or hold back certain plants for certain occasions and also to prolong the blooming period of the species. The dendrobioms provide us many beautiful species worthy of general cult- ure for the trade. D. formosum and D PhalEBUopsii are two of the best warm- house species. The first named, not unlike a large white cattleya, blooms during the fore-winter. The other, with smaller, white, pink or rose-colored flowers, on long stems, in rich profusion, blooms from October to May. It pays well to grow these two varieties in large num- bers. Dendrobium Wardianum, with its white, yellow, brown and rose- colored bunches of flowers, and D. noblle, with rose-colored blossoms, are two very dis- tinct, uscfal and desirable kinds. They need very nearly the same treatment, plenty of heat and moisture during the summer and a cool and dry place during their resting season in vrinter. Those four kinds are the best and cheapest for commercial purposes, although there are many others which may be grown with profit, for instance, D. crepidatum, II. crassinodf, D. Devonianum, D. densi- florum, D. fimbriatum, D. thyrsiflorum and others. Vanda f ctrulea is very useful for winter cutting, producing long-branchtd flower stalks with delicate lavender- blue flowers. Because of its color it is very valuable for commercial purposes, it being the only one of its shade. The temperature in the Cattleya labiata house is just right for the vanda, which succeeds best if grown in baskets suspended from the roof, ^^-r^ i ijf -^^^"^i^^S ^ ^J^TZl^^Uff'^^^Jr^^lRl—X^n^^^^^BrT^HLa. '■ft p ^t^ k wmB^ ^W^..>^ Jal^Pgp A ^^^ i^M iHB^v ^^K^K^^ s ^S BEQONIA 8UISSQN ROSE. thereby also economizing room, io much needed for other things. La;lia anceps, I, albida and L. autumn- alis, all Mexican species, are rich flower- ing, salable sorts, which can be grown to advantage in baskets. They demand a moderate temperature, and therefore suc- ceed well in the coolest part of the cat- tleya house. Cymbidium eburneum is a fine white flower of good substance and blooms in rich profusion. No doubt this will become very valuable when better known. It has not yet been grown commercially to a very great extent. It wants a modest, airy temperature and plenty of moisture about the roots. C(elogyne cristata is a very fine white flower, with a yellow center. It is said of this orchid that it has not given full satisfaction. My experience has been that if grown rathercooland notallowed to become too wet, it will bloom freely, and its right place is with the cypripedi- ums. It is valuablefor table decorations and keeps, when cut, for a long time. The phalsenopsis family contains sev- eral splendid species, all worthy of com- mercial culture and paying well when a warm, moist and in all respects suitable house is provided. P. Schilleriana, P. amabilis and P. Stuartiana are among the best. Lycaste Skinneri is the best of its class, and good for the local market, but easily spoiled in the packing Because of its easy culture, it has been called the "ama- teur's favorite." OdontogloBsum crispum gives us the most varieties for the commercial mar- ket and is therefore the best. I am sorry to say that this noble plant has often been found difficolt to handle. It grows wild on a very high elevation of the Andes, where the atmosphere is damp and the temperature seldom rises above 60°. This, its natural climate, is hard to imitate and the plants suffer therefore from our hot summers. It is clear that a special house should be provided for this plant. Face it north, shade it from the sun, keep it moist, with low tempera- ture and your plants will succeed admira- bly. Odontoglossum grande is another good kind, with very large yellow and brown flowers. The market is, as yet, limited to a certain extent, but it is wor- thy of culture for variety. Miltonia Rcczlii is a very desirable sort, for which good prices are obtained. It wants plenty of moisture about the roots and a warmer temperature than the majority of its relatives. The flowers are very large and effective, alniose pure white, with purple and yellow towards the bottom. Oncidinm varicosura and its varieties are all good fall-flowering kinds. The flowers are produced on long, overhang- ing branching shoots, not unlike agigan- tic adiantum frond. O. splendidum and 0. tigrinum are valuable for the late win- ter months, with their large yellow and brown flowers. They will, like O. vari- cosu-n, grow well with the cattleyas during their growing period, but want a long rest in a cool house when their flow- ering period Is over. The cypripedium is easier to propagate by- division and seeds than most other orchids. We have at the present time only a lew varitics of commercial value. C. insignv, C. barbatum, C. callosum, C. Boxalli, C. villosum and C. Lawrence- anum arc among the best. Here is a great field open lor the thoughtful and skillful hybridist, who may be lure of success. In view of the splendid results already obtained. Some of the hybrids igo2. The American Florist. 645 HAIL-WRECKED GREENHOUSE OF HEIM BROS., BLUE ISLAND, ILL. are costly in themselves but mother plants can always be had at moderate cost, and after a few years hundreds of growths may be had at little trouble and small outlay. A noted orchid expert once exclaimed: "Just fancy a house fiill of Cypripedium Morgans," which is a cross between C. superbiens and C. Stonei. Just think of it, with its long robust stems, each one crowned with three or four indescribably beautiful flowers, and that will give us some idea of what might be accomplished. Although most of our orchids, with lew exceptions, may be grown in almost any greenhouse, it is claimed by orchid experts that a full span house from the north to the south is best. It should be constructed so that the water from the outside may easily run ofl and all drip by condensation during the winter be pre- vented. A three-quarter-span house to the south is sometimes used, but these become too hot and more ventilation must be given. This in turn exhausts the moisture so necessary for successful orchid culture. In conclusion I wish to say to the retail florist, always try to keep a few orchids in a conspicuous place in your store, and show them to your customers, and by having difiFerent kinds from time to time I am sure the public in general will soon become interested, and yon will build up a trade equally profitable to yourself, the grower and the flower loving public. Two New Begonias. The two new begonias herewith illus- trated are being distributed this season by Victor Lemoine, of Nancy, France, to whom we are indebted for the pictures and descriptive particulars. BEeONIA PEKLB LORRAINB. Begonia polyantha crossed by B. dsedalea, a winter-flowering, foliage, variety, has given us this novelty which may be truly called a pearl. The plant often reaches a height of three feet or over, with branches as thick as the finger, very much thickened at the joints. The stems are of a bronze green color, branch- ing naturally irom the axils of the leaves. The leaves are of medium width, oblique. a little longer and more uniform than those of B. dsedalea and of a beautiful emerald green, dotted and spotted with black on the upper surface, clear green, stained with rose on the under surface. It flowers in early January in loose pani- cles of thirty or forty two-petaled flow- ers, white or delicately shaded with rosy pink, remaining on the plant in good condition for over a month. When the flowers are fully developed the plant appears as if covered with a mantle of snow. The flowering season lasts from early January until the end of April. This plant has the exceptional merit of uniting grand flowering qualities with beautiful foliage and by the persistence and long season of its bloom bids fair to equal B. Gloire de Lorraine in popular favor. BBGOIOA BDISSON SOSB. This is a hybrid of Begonia diversifolia, which flow^ers all summer in the full sun. crossed by B. polyantha, which is a win- ter flowering variety. It has a large fleshy rhizome and grows to a height of not over two feet, flowering about the end of August in the open ground. If lifted in the fall and placed in the green- house it continues in flower up to Janu- ary. The branches are of medium diam- eter, thickening somewhat at the joints. The leaves are small, narrow, strongly oblique, clear green in color, sometimes bordered with rose. It flowers as freely as B. diversifolia, the flowers appearing in clusters of three or four from the axils of the leaves. The male flowers have five large petals of the same ihape and color as the female plant, carmine rose with yellow anthers. The plant Is excel- lent for pot culture and valuable for blooming in the houses when the tuber- ous varieties are gone, during the chrys- anthemum season. Hail's Destrtictiveness. The accompanying illustration shows a section of one of the greenhouses of Heim Bros., Blue Island, 111., which was wrecked by hail April 25. This was not an antiquated structure with the old- fashioned thin glass. It was a new house built last year in modem style and glazed with new 16x24 double A glass. The reader will do well to reflect upon what a similar disaster would mean to him. We cannot regulate or predict these hail storms, but every greenhouse- man can prepare for them by joining the Florists' Hail Association. John G. Esler, Saddle River, N. J.,is the secretary. English Plant Notes. The Royal Horticultural Society's fort- nightly meetings at London attract a great number of visitors, and exhibitors are also more numerous than formerly. It is quite evident that these meetings are becoming more and more Important and a great center of interest to all connected with horticulture. At one time it was suggested that these meetings should be confined to the consideration of new or special subjects only, but it was found difficult to draw the line. At present we get a really good flower show every fort- 4 ... • L^^Ei vVIjmI^^^I HfcaBj^Jfc-..' JjkBBBa M^ ^K ^fcw '"^"'^^^^1 i^Hs P^ 29 . ,^ A' £'*iiij^|^B •k Ek ' i^^^ip^^i' ft'' rO^j^HB^Kf^ ■ Hiy T:^ .-.-^^'ii^^ WTxB^^^^ H^^^^HI BEQONIA PERLE LORRAINE. 646 The American Florist. May 24, night and if space would allow the dis- play at most meetings would be even greater. That a new hall is of far greater importance than a new garden is now recognized by many who formerly were mtjch in favor of the garden. Hardy deciduous flowering shrubs have again been very prominent. Standard wistarias were seen in fine form at a recent meeting, also laburnums, cra- tseguses, double cherries and other things. In grouping these standards have a fine eftect, but at present they have not come into such general use as they deserve. No doubt we shall see more of them in the future than we have In the past. Of new roses Lady Roberts is a most promising variety and should prove a leading market sort. Queen Alexandra, which Messrs. Veitch & Sons showed so well last summer, does not appear to force so well as Crimson Rambler. It may do better with some, but those which I have seen growing side by side with Ramblers have not done bo well, the flowers being small and thin and not of a good color. Daffodils have been very prominent and new varieties numerous. The new white trumpet variety, Peter Barr, is certainly the gem of the season, and a most perfect flower. King Alfred is a grand yellow, Glory of Noordiigh, an immense flower of the bicolor section, and Queen Emma is another grand new variety of the same section. Of other promising varieties noted Weardale Per- fection, Luciter, Queen Alexandra, Lady Audrey, Beauty and Cormorant were among the best. Hippeastrums have been very good this season and some new varieties of great merit have been exhibited. They are not everybody's flower perhaps, but those who make a specialty of them find they are much appreciated by visitors. Dur- ing the past few years they have done them well at the Royal Gardens, Kew, and Mr. Watson, the curator, tells me that there are few flowering plants that attract more attention from visitors than a group of these showy flowers. At the time of my visit a few weeks ago there was a fine lot in the show house and Mr. Watson showed me what they had for succession. These are grown In a department not open to the general public. I may say it would be difficult to find a more promising lot of plants. The flowering house at Kew is always interesting, and since they have kept th« various subjects in groups it gives a bet- ter eSect than when dotted about. Cin- erarias were well represented, both in the best florists' varieties and in the cruenta, or stellata, type. These tall, loose-growing forms are now very pop- ular. In begonias there were some exam- ples of the old B. manicata and other allied species, B. Verschaffelti being par- ticularly fine, with large leaves, and the tall spikes of bloom of a deeper pink; B. hydrocotylifolia and B. pruinata, pure white, with closer trusses of bloom; these are all worth attention. Mr. Watson has ^ven a good deal of attention to the species of begonias and hat shown that some of the older species under good treatment are well worthy of attention and equally valuable as decorative plants. For some time cut blooms of orchids have been fairly plentiful in market, but pot plants are not often seen this season. However, there have been a good many well flowered dendrobiums in5-inehpots. I do not know what prices they brought, but being packed in boxes, a dozen plants in each, would suggest that prices would not be prohibitive. Growers generally complain of dull trade, though all are looking forward to having a busy time when the coronation festivities begin. Roses and lily of the valley seem likely to be most in demand, but as floral dec- orations will be carried out more exten- sively than ever before there will be a big demand for all useful material. In bedding, red, white and blue will be the prevailing colors, and emblematic designs in carpet bedding will be a great feature, especially in the public parks. H. DEFOLIATED FLOWERINQ SPRAY OF POLYGONUM 0U8PIDATUM. Shrubby Spiraeas for Forcing. For some years now we have been accustomed to force Spiraea confusa or media for the greenhouse early in the year, and very pretty it is under such conditions, the slender wiry shoots, glaucous green leaves, and flattened clusters of white flowers, plentifully pro- duced, forming a pleasing feature, says a correspondent of the Garden. Though one of the best it ii by no means the only species suitable for this treatment, as Spiraea Van Houttei, a hybrid between S. media and S. trilobata, is as good. This spirsa (Van Houttei) is one of the most beautiful of all the outdoor spir.xas, but it too often falls a victim to spring frosts to attain a high position here, though in the United States of America it is regarded as one of the fineit mem- ber* of the genus. S. prunifolia flore-pleno flowers natur- ally early in the season, hence it may be readily forced. It Is, however of large growth, and is only effective in the shape of a fair sized bush, but in that state is delightful, the long, slender, arching shoots being studded for a considerable portion of their length with rounded clusters of pretty, rosette-like blossoms, which are of the purest white, and in direct contrast to the dark colored bark. As there is only one other double-flow- ered spiriea ol the shrubby section (S. Reevesiana flore-pleno), the species under notice attracts attention from that circumstance alone. As a shrub in the open ground, S. prunifolia flore-pleno is delightful when wreathed with flowers in the spring, while the leaves in autumn die ofl brightly tinted with scarlet. Within the last three or four years S. argtita has made great headway in popular favor as an outdoor shrub, and it is also equally valuable for flowering igo2. The American Florist. 647 LILY OF THE VALLEY PIPS GROWN BY QROBBA & WANDREY, MIMICO, ONT. under glasi. It forms a freely branched bush from three feet to four feet high, while the thin wiry twigs of the preced- ing year's growth, on ■which the blossoms are borne, are gracefully arched. The flowers themselves are pure white, and arranged in flattened clusters. The roots are of a free and tufted nature, hence the plants can be lifted and potted with but little check. S. argutais of hybrid origin, the parents being S. multiflora and S. Thnnbergi. All the spirsas enumerated above can be obtained cheaply from most nurseries. Canadian Lily of the Valley Pips. The picture shows a clump of lily of the valley pips as grown by Grobba & Wandrey, of Mimico, Ont. These pips were planted three years ago and the picture shows for itself what the plants have done in that time. Considerable of this lily of the valley has been forced the past season and it produced a well filled spike with bells a little larger than on the imported stock. H. G. D. A Useful Perennial. ntefnl for florists' work after being defo- liated. The flowers last well in water and may be utilized attractively in many ways. The spray shown in the illustration was four feet long. C. B. W. Killing Weeds. The best way to kill weeds is to dig them up with the hoe. In the case of quack grass it is safe also to put the weed in a blazing fire after it is dug up. A good many men have worried their heads over the invention of a chemical weed killer. If one could take some agree- able medicine for weeds, as he does for ague or that spring feeling, it would be a great relief from hoeing and plowing. The botanist of the Vermont Experi- ment Station, who is an expert in such matters, says this sort of medicine will work in some cases. Gravel walks, drives and tennis courts, for instance, can be kept free from weeds by the use of cer- tain chemicals. Compounds containing arsenic seem to be far superior to other chemicals. The trials made at the Ver- mont station have included salt, copper sulphate, potassium sulphid, kerosene, • carbolic acid, sulphuric acid. The arsenical compounds tested were as follows, named in the order of their merit: Henderson's fluid weed destroyer, arseniate of soda. Smith's weed killer, arsenical-sal-soda mixture. In choosing between these, cost, convenience and effectiveness are to be considered. The cost is as follows, using eight gallons to the square rod: Henderson's weed destroyer, 40 cents to the square rod; arseniate of soda, cost 11 cents a square rod; arsenic-sal-soda mixture, 8 cents a square rod. The arseniate of soda seems to be beit for general use, especially when the expense Is considered. For killing weeds in lawns or similar places where it is desired that useful plants shall occupy the treated soil as soon as possible there- after, crude carbolic acid is the most gen- erally useful chemical, since it is prompt in its action, and does not permanently poison the soil. Sulphuric acid eomes next, but it is less penetrating. Its only advantage as compared with carbolic acid is that it is not malodorous. Com- mon salt is inferior to any of the above chemicals for miscellaneous weed killing. Greenhouse Building on the Coast. The florists of the Pacific Coast are enjoying a period of prosperity in keep- ing with the eastern craftsmen and are keeping in perfect step with the times. Not in many years has so much green- house building been under way, and in general the houses are modem in charac- ter and conveniences. The industry is developing rapidly in the west and sup- ply has not been up to the demand. Notes of some of those who are enlarging their facilities follow: The Redondo Floral Co., of Los Angeles, is building three houses 20x210 for roses, carnations and bulbous stock. The place is about fifteen miles from Los Angeles, at Redondo, reached by a railroad owned by the same people. A. F. Borden is the manager. It is the first time roses and carnations have been tried under glass here to any extent and Mr. Borden has engaged Mr. Turner, formerly with the Bailey's Cyclopedia sanctions the name which Willem H. de Yriese gave to the subject of this note. Polygonum Sieboldi, but it is everywhere known in the trade as Polygonum cuspidatum,Sie- bold & Zuccarini. It is a strong, hand- some bushy perennial, the stalks dying to the ground in winter, but the plant is hardy, for it has withstood winters in which the pasonia has suffered. The stalks are from three to five feet In good soil, and the stems very graceful. For backgrounds in many situations it is more ornamental than shrubbery. Poly- gonum cuspidatum increases rapidly by its underground stems or suckers and for this reason it should not be put in small beds where less vigorous growers are expected to thrive. It is a fine subject when given room to shift for itself. The spring growth is rapid and the blooming period is in July, August and September. The flowers are white, resembling Spiraa Japonica, and are numerous, along the stem between the leaves. The sprays are 4-f^4 >r '-,*■■( ?' ,., >'#^^ POLYGONUM CUSPIDATUM IN THE BORDER. 648 The American Florist. May 24, J. M. Gasser Co., at Cleveland, to con- duct the experiment. All the stock, too, has come from the east. Martin Wolfs- kin, at Redondo, is also building three houses and expects to put them in carna- tions. At San Francisco, Ferrari Brothers, who are very much up to date, are build- ing a range of twelve houses each 20x200 feet, making one of the largest places on the coast. They grow mostly for whole- sale trade and produce roses, carnations and bulbous stock of best grade. Louis Chiappari, who is classed as "a good fellow" by his contemporaries, is enlarging his place by building ten houses 20x110. He win also rebuild two houses. Mr. Chiappari, who is one of the oldest florist! In San Francisco, grows a gen- eral stock and disposes of most of it at wholesale. F. Gonzalez, of San Francisco, Is build- ing two houses 18x150. He gives most of his space to ferns and general plants and will use the new space for bulbous stock. Serveau Bros., of San Francisco, are adding two house*. They are growers of a general stock and also produce large quantities of ferns, especially Adiantum cuneatum. They have a fine retail trade at their store on California street. C. W. S. CHRYSANTHEMUMS. SPECIMEN PLANTS. Our plants are now in 8-inch pots, and about the middle of June they will go into 10-inch and 12-inch sizes. Some of the newer varieties, which came in April, are a stage behind. The most promising of these we have put into 6inchpots and by frequent shifts they will make good specimens. "Tens" will be their final size. In all our shifts, we calculate to have the soil rich enough, and do not use any stimulants until the plants are well advanced, say in August. Plants which have not been put into intermediate sizes, and are now in "sixes" and "sevens," may go into "tens" atany time. We take extra care in our soil and potting at the final stage. We prefer a light loam; the plants are easier to manage. In heavy soil, when they get root-bound they often become water- logged, a most dangerous condition. When using heavy soil, we have had water stand in the pots for an hour or longer, and have had to bore holes in the sides near the bases to relieve them. Old mortar rubbish is a very good Ingredient for lightening the soil, furnish- ing at the same time a necessary food constituent. In a light soil air-slaked lime will answer this purpose equally well. In using charcoal, we prefer to place a layer over the crocks, which acts partly as drainage and as a filter. Any plants which happen to be dry at potting time are soaked and, if this is done thoroughly I no watering will be necessary for several days beyond enough to settle the soil. It is easy to give too much water at the outset. Pinching must continue. No shoots must be allowed to get hard. They always break better when soft, besides, they are kept dwarfer. Pinching should always be done with the object of getting a well-balanced foundation. We must not be discouraged because some varie- ties will persist in making flower buds; they will grow out of It. Black aphis and thrip must befollow;ed up. Some tobacco compounds, with disolved soap as an auxiliary, we have found effective. Mealy bug sometimes becomes a nuisance, especially late in the season, when it gathers about the flower buds. We have kept our stock com- paratively clear of fungoid diseases, by weeding out varieties liable and promptly burning them. We have used sulpho- napthol, a tablespoonful to a gallon, with very good results. But no matter what we do, an aSected plant will remain so through the season; probably the only benefit we obtain, is keeping other plants free. T. D. Hatfibld. New Jersey Floricultural Society. At the monthly meeting of this society at Orange, N. J., on May 5, J. B. Davis entertained the members with an infor- mal talk on his recent trip to the Medi- terranean and Egypt, and the exhibition of over 100 photographs of scenes he had visited. In Constantinople he was impressed, he said, with the cypresses, in Palestine, the olives, and throughout this entire region, the palms. Other noticeable features of the gardens were the sycamore fig, Introduced from India and a variety of eucalyptus from Austra- lia, used as shade trees, also mulberry, acacia, tamarisk and ficus and among cultivated flowers he enumerated roses, freesia, clerodendron, camellia, genista, hibiscus and so forth, all grown in the open. In Constantinople the only attempt at gardening observable was in the case of shrubbery used as a screen in connection with high walls and at Maderia, Gibral- tar and Malta there was entire absence of skillful cultivation as it is understood in this country, while in Algiers it is seen only in connection with the country resi- dences of foreigners. In Egypt an erro- neous idea that Nile mud would grow anything had led to much disappoint- ment in cultural enterprise and where any gardening is attempted most of the labor is confined to irrigation, the chan- nels for which disfigure the beds and give an unfavorable impression to eyes accus- tomed to trim neatness. He was glad to note, however, that throughout the Orient a general awaken- ing in regard to municipal improvement is in progress. The public parks in many cities are tastefully ornamented with statuary and fountains and imported trees are made use of in an attempt at effect in landscape adornment. In point of scenery and pictorial eflect the parks of Rome and Naples take the lead, while In cultivation the advantage is held by Monte Carlo. In Greece large sums are being expended in an effort to restore the artistic surroundings of antiquity. Around the Acropolis and in the restora- tion of the Stadium a million dollars have been spent, the gift of one man. The university and museum have park surroundings and where the closeness of the houses forbids the luxury of a court- yard the flower love of the people Is evinced in the use of balcony gardens. ' Organized flower trade is in evidence in Cairo, the season being, however, very short during which there are any social aff'alrs calling for the use of flowers. There are five establishments all with attractive window displays, where car- nations, roses and violets are obtainable and this is the only place on the southern Mediterranean where an American is reminded of home. WITH THE GROWERS. WILL & SON, MINNEAPOLIS, MINN. People in general are not apt to look to the northwest for a model in green- house building or modes of culture, but we believe that right here in Minnesota we have one of the finest carnation establishments of the country. I reter to the new range of Fred. Will & Son, erected the past summer and located just outside Minneapolis city limits. This firm has been in the business for a number of years in a small way, and last summer erected the present range of six houses each 28x110 feet, containing in the aggregate 22,500 square feet of glass. Unfortunately a heavy hail storm broke nearly half the glass as soon as laid and just when they were ready to plant the carnations. Their plants In the field were nearly ruined, but the best were saved, new plants obtained and the houses planted late In the season. To-day they are a mass of buds and bloom and the finest lot of plants to be seen any- where In the vicinity. Thevarieties grown areLawson, Guar- dian Angel, Marquis, Mrs. Joost, Mrs. Bradt, Crane, White Cloud, Loma, Nor- way and a few Chicago. Next season's planting will include all of the above and in addition Queen Louise, Mrs. Potter Palmer and Gold Nugget. Prosperity seems to be a dismal failure here, where all the other varieties are doing so nicely. The bench of Lawson is a wonder. Guardian Angel has done nobly and is profitable. Marquis is most beautiful as well as prolific and will be largely planted again. Mrs. Joost has done very well. Mrs. Bradt is a nice bloomer and profit- able if the demand were only larger. Crane is the standard red and White Cloud the standard white. A large boiler room and cooling room occupy the basement, which is cemented throughout. The gutters are all drained into a cittern. A nearby brook supplies water to the boilers, while a gasoline engine pumps it for sprinkling purposes. Forty acres of land adjoining the green- houses give ample room for expansion. Several hundred pjEonias have been planted with the idea of supplying the market with cut blooms, for which there is a good demand during the season. Felix. Elgin, III.— George Souster reports this a most active season, with bedding out under full headway. Herbaceous Plant Notes. For several days after the late severe May frosts many of our spring flowering hardy plants looked as if their beauty had been destroyed for the season, but most all of them recovered and are now blooming freely as ever. The expanded flowers of Irises turned black and we feared that the buds also had been destroyed, but were agreeably surprised to see them come out in fine shape, so that no signs of any damage are visible to-day. The aubretlas lost all their flowers for a time, but are a mass of color again. The dwarf phloxes do not show now that all their bloom had turned brown at the time; flowers are so thick on them that hardly a sprig of green is visible. P. divaricata, the blue phlox, has come out since. Doronicums arc again in fine shape, and epimediiims, though some of their soft young foliage suftcred and is disfigured, are blooming profusely. The arabis in open sunnj' spots was about past its best when the frosts occurred, and although they still bear a good many flowers on the tips of the stems, their eflorts to conceal the eflects tgo2. The American Florist. 649 AN ANCHOR MADE FROM MISCELLANEOUS MATERIAL. of the freeze are not very succesaful, but in more sheltered Bituations they are still good. I should mention here that A. albida fl. pi. In exposed, sunny positions has not lost a single petal and is as thickly covered with bloom now as ever. It is a few days later than the single varieties, opens out slowly, but the flowers seem to last much longer. The plants acted in the same way last year, flowering two to three weeks after all other varieties had finished. The flowers are borne on stouter and more branchy stems, forming compact little panicles of miniature, stock-like, very double flowers and are very attractive. When better known, this plant will undoubtedly become a universal favorite, not only because it is such a persistent bloomer, but on account of its neat, com- pact habit. The stems do not shoot up, showing unsightly seed pods, the side branches, with their flowers, hide the main stems efiectually and, aside from this, each individual flower lasts at least twice as long as they do in the single species, thus giving the impression of a still more profuse bloomer, though in reality the singles may perfect almost double the number of flowers on a stem. It is a good thing, one of those which we may recommend without the slightest hesitation. Vesicaria urticulata is fully out now, a mass of golden yellow, erysimums are at their height and Cheiranthus alpinus is very showy, with Its larger flowers of the same color. All three grow luxuriantly in very dry spots. The first and last named are very serviceable as cut flowers. Aquilegia flabellata was the first of the family to show up. The substantial flowers may not be as graceful as the slender-stemmed and long-spurred spe- cies, which come on later, but I always admired its stout, compact habit and also the waxy perfect-shaped flowers, which appear so very early in the sea- son. Corydalis lutea lost all its flower spikes by the late frosts, but the damage is not noticeable now. Dicentra formosa and the dwarfer D. eximea were struck by the same misfortune but recovered speedily. Arenaria grandiflora and A. montana have opened their first large white flowers on the young branchlets rambling over stones in the rockery; in the field, in common soil, it seems to be a trifle later. Anemone nemorosa and A. nemorosa fl. pi. were not hurt by the freeze; both are still blooming as profusely as ever and the dwarf Myosotis rupicola, the Swiss alpine perennial forget-me-not, continues in excellent shape. Its large, yellow-eyed flowers of deepest sky blue seem to delight in the cool atmosphere. Stellaria Holostea is fully in bloom and so are the various varieties of Ajuga rep- tans, the candytufts and the blue and white Viola cornuta, Polemonium rep- tans and the large, saucer-shaped P. Richardsonii, together with the graceful P. dissectum are out. The other taller varieties and species will follow in a few days. Some of the primulas are now past their best, but auriculas are still in excellent condition and have done better this season than ever before. The trolliuses did not mind the frost. The dwarfest of them, T. patulus, pale straw-color, comes out earliest and is a profuse bloomer. The darkest orange of all, to my knowledge, is T. Japonicus, a very large flower and easily managed. Among the armerias I ought to mention the dwarf A. juncea. In color it rivals the deep pink A. Laucheana, flowerheads fully as large as in that variety. Helianthemums arefloisering profusely now, and linums, and centanreas in bine, white, pink and lilac are well out. Ceras- tiums and Anemone sylvestris are fine. Among the alyssums A. serpyllifolium is noticeable from far ofl'. It looks like a yellow sheet spread over the ground. Mertensia Sibirica is hardly in full bloom yet, while M. Virginica is about past with us. The dwarf, loose spiked Veronica Chameedrys is a most attractive little plant for the rockery or border, being so early. Dodocatheous are furnished with numerous large, compact heads of flow- ers. They will retain their beauty much longer in a partially shady position. The anchusas are also out. A. Barrelieri is probably the neatest among them, being rather free and dwarfer in habit. J. B. K. French Growers Lose Money. With regard to the state of the flower trade in France a correspondent familiar with the situation in the vicinity of Paris writes: There has been a glut of flowers and florists' plants on the market through- out the winter in consequence of the mild weather, and prices ruled pretty low. The flower forcers around Paris are far from having made any money. Forced lilacs could not be disposed of at a higher price than 25 cents per bunch of twelve panicles, and when we consider that from two to three shrubs, worth over 25 cents, are required to produce these twelve panicles, the forcing can only have resulted in a loss. The same is true of the rose forcers, who at best sold their finest flowers at from $2.50 to $2 80 per dozen. Port Huron, Mich.— C. W. Asman has opened his new flower store on Huron avenue. 66u The American Florist. May 24, Chicago. HOT WEATHER AT THE BEGINNING OF THE WBEK BEINGS A DBLUGB OF STOCK.— BVERY ITEM IN OVERSUPPLY.— QDALI- TIBS DETERIORATE AND VALUES BADLY UNSETTLED. — A CHANGE TO COOL MIGHT MEAN A SHORTAGE.— THE QUESTION OF NECESSITY OF STREET SALESMEN. — MANGEL HAS FINE STORE. — OUTDOOR WORK PROGRESSING. — VARIOUS NOTES. Seldom if ever has this market been in so deplorable a condition as at present. Never were receipts heavier, seldom was buying more listless and rarely have values been so unsettled as at the present time. There is quite a little shipping business, but it isn't the comfort in time of need which it usually is, for stock has so deteriorated in quality under theinflu- ence of midsummer temperature that it is difficult to give satisfaction to buyers at a distance. Not only does it require much careful sorting to pick out material which will stand a night's journey, but the price affords disiatisfaction to the buyer; he thinks it should be lower with a glutted market. The matter of fact is that in each thousand roses there are 100 worth good money, 200 salable at a cheap price and 700 which can scarcely be moved at all. The growers complain at the a verages. Some of the wholesalers charge the overburdened state of the market to the absence of the curbstone salesmen. Archie Spencer says that those whose efforts resulted in ousting the fakirs argued to the wholesalers that it would make no difference whether they sold all the cut or half of it for the same money, but it seems to work out that the best end of the cut sells lor less than it did before and the balance doesn't move at all. On the other hand E. E. Pieser says he thinks the absence of the Greeks from the streets makes little difference. They are nearly all located in some sort of nook or corner and buying about as much as ever. He thinks this is just a spring shower of flowers, one of those sudden downpours which come with the first hot days of summer, and that the business skies will soon clear. Certain it is that a turn to cold, such as would not be unuiual at the season, would shorten the cuts materially, for the hot days have rushed out the buds and most of the stock coming in is either very tight or very open. A cool wave of several days' duration would be not unlikely to see a pretty bare market for Memorial day. For the timebeing, however, everything is as badly overstocked as are the tea roses. Beauties are crowding the ice boxes and the counters are loaded down with carnations. Sweet peas are pro- portionately abundant and many of them are very good. Swainsona is cheap and outdoor valley, also. The only item which is not suflering greatly is the pjEonia, for a good many of these are being carefully wrapped up and put in the freezer. They will make their reappearance alter the crop is off. Lilac is at an end and so is outdoor bulbous stock. A committee representing the whole- sale and retail florists waited on the school-management committee of the Board ol Education May 22 to urge that the measure prohibiting the use of flow- ers in the public schools be rescinded. The effort met with but little success, so far as the present season is concerned, but K. G. Cooley, superintendent of schools, explained that the order of last year was misinterpreted, as it does not prohibit the use of flowers in the schools. The Idea appears to be to escape, on the part of the attendants, the small amount of work involved in the delivery of the flowers to individual pupils and to pre- vent the jealousy which it is said arises when the children ot the wealthy receive elaborate bouquets while those of the the poorer classes are remembered with comparatively inferior flowers and fewer of them. The friends ol the pupils may supply as many flowers and plants as they likefor general display in theschools during the exercises and the pupils are permitted to wear flowers. John Mangel has wrought a trans- formation in his new Wabash avenue place. The interior has been embellished with excellent taste and the place is full of well arranged plants which overflow upon the sidewalk, two fine bay trees standing at the carpeted steps. Mangel says that he doesn't have quite as many customers as at the old stand at State and Washington but that it is a better class of trade. Outside work has taken a spurt this week and much bedding has been done. There promises to again be a shortage of good geraniums and $8 per hundred is the wholesale price for anything worth having. One of Amling's growers sent in a big Boston fern this week, one of the finest seen in town. Mangel has it now in his display, with a sign onit: "The new Bos- ton fern. Isn't it a beauty?" The ferns will be all out of storage by Decoration day. A good many of the cases still remaining are opening up in bad shape and the loss is cutting a hole in the profits. The third annual spring encampment of the employes of Vaughan's Seed Store will be held at Western Springs, May 25. The train will leave the Union depot at 11:40 a. m. The Kroeschell Brothers Company will supply and do the fitting of the heating apparatus for the Thompson Carnation Company's new houses. It was a graceful act on the part of many of the local growers to tender the Blue Island victims of hail fresh supplies of stock. While the weather lately has been bad for cut flowers, it has been fine for stock in the fields and everything is doing nicely. E. C. Beatty, of Oil City, Pa., was a visitor this week, returning from Ari- zona, where he had been on a business trip. Cape jasmines are coming in but have not found much favor this week. They will doubtless be in demand for Memorial day. O. W. Frese says that not since the memory of man runneth not to the con- trary has the market been so dull. From the amount of aster seed sold this spring there should be no shortage of these flowers this summer. N. J. Wietor has been in Wisconsin on a fishing trip and had his usual good luck. Wietor Brothers are already cutting a lew Beauties Irom young stock. J. N. Jakobsen is now with E.J. Tay lor, at Southport, Conn. Andrew Miller is in California for his health. Visitors: Geo. Souster, Elgin, 111.; J. J. Vjn Leuven, Brighton, Mich.; C. L. Nicd- nagel, Evansville, Ind.; G. W. Martin, St. Elmo, 111. Dayton, O.— The Miami Floral Com- pany has iDeen incorporated to do busi- ness here. The capital stock is $5,000 and Charles E. Pease is back of the enter- prise. New York. TRADE STILL DULL — HECHlPfS CONTINUE LARGE IN ALL LINES -BEAUTIES DOING BETTER THAN LAST WBEK — OTBBB ROSES SUFFER. — CARNATIONS EXCELLENT IN QOALITY.- PLANTS AT BOTANICAL GARDEN SHOW MUCH IMPROVBUENT IN A YEAR. — PABKEE HAS NEW DEVICES.— VARIOUS TRADE NOTES. This week it is again the same old story of little doing. The retail cut flower trade is fair in spots, but the pro- duction at present is so heavy and there are so many wholesale markets among which the demand has to be divided that the wholesale trade seems to be almost at a standstill and the receiving and housing of the flowers furnishes the only incentive to activity. American Beauty roses are doing somewhat better than they did last week but small roses are to be had very cheap. The local sup- ply of lilac is at an end and, pretty as it is, nobody seems sorry. Carnations con- tinue plentiful and good, with no advance in value. Field grown lily of the valley is at its height and of good quality. Sweet peas sell well and average as fine as ever offered in this market. Snow- balls are now in, following closely upon the lilacs. They are fully a week ahead of their usual time. Themembeis of the craft were pained to hear of a serious accident which befell Louis Schmutz, of Flatbush, on Wednes- day evening. He was struck by a run- away team, both legs being broken and other serious injuries inflicted. He Is an active participant in all the social affairs of the Flatbush boys and is one of the most popular of the coterie. He had only last week made his re-appear- ance at the weekly bowling matches after a long absence occasioned by a severe attackof rheumatism. After the accident he was removed to the Brooklyn hos- pital. His condition was pronounced precarious, but if well-wishes are of any avail his recovery will be rapid. Visitors to the New York Botanical Gardens last week, on the occasion of the annual meeting of the Horticultural Society of New York, especially those who attended the meeting one year ago, were impressed with the greatly improved condition of the plants in the big con- servatories. Last year many expressed disappointment at the showing made but on this occasion nothing but the most favorable comment was heard on all sides. The collections have increased greatly and considering the short time they have been under care here the plants are in excellent health and promise. Therou Parker, the inventor of the Model carnation support, is now located at Harrison, N. J , in partnership with Mr. Bruen, of Madison, the firm name being Parker & Bruen. Mr. Parker has farther displayed his ingenuity in a glaz- ing point of improved pattern, which he is now patting on the market and for which a patent was granted Maj' 6. A tomato support similar in design to the extension carnation support and a fold- ing pea trel'is are among the other spe- cialties which the company will manu- facture. Frank Millang, Chat. Smith, Bonnet Brothers and W. H. Siebrecht have a continuous line of ice compartmenti and tables extending the entire length of one side of the Cut Flower Exchange. It isa very busy section of the market, not only in the early morning but during a good part of the day as well. Margaret Kazis, 446 Columbus ave- nue, has been granted a discbarge in bankruptcy: liabilities, $5,735. igo2. The American Florist. 651 Philadelphia. CUT FLOWER TRADE ON THE DBCLINE AND STOCK ACCUMULATING. — BEAUTIES IN HEAVV SUPPLY. — ALL ABOUT PREVAIL- ING PRICES — ROSES IN POTS ARE SCARCE. — WANAMAKER HASA SALE— WHAT THE GROWERS ARE DOING WITH ROSES. — MEETING OF HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY.— PERSONAL AND TRADE DOINGS. Easiness in the stores is falling ofi quite perceptably. There is plenty of stock of good qnality, although Brides and Bridesmaids are beginning to show the efiects of the long season. Beauties are as plentiful as ever. Joseph Heacock says his houses never looked better for this season of the year. He says that red spider is the worst enemy ot this rose, particularly in the spring months. He fights it from the cutting bed on, for if it ever gets a good hold it will interfere seriously with the crop. Prices range as follows: Beauties, $1.50 to $2 perdozen; Brides and Bridesmaids $6 to $8 per hundred; Liberty $6 to $10. Carnations which are still good, and plentiful, bring $1.50 and $2; cornflowers $1 per hun- dred; sweet peas 35 cents to 75 cents per hundred; white and lavender centaurea 50 cents per dozen. Paeonias are in and sell for Irom 50 cents to 75 cents per dozen for the red varieties; in fact, this is now about the only color. Scott and Harris are both sending in gardenias; $12.50 is the price. George C. Watson has returned from Boston and his manly bosom is a trifle more prominent in consequence. What he found out will be told in his own inimitable style at the next meeting of the club. He did say that the Philadel- phia club's eflforts to settle the name of the Balduin rose resulted in the Waban Conservatories selling all the available plants they had, which will be one atom of comfort for the committee, although they had no such intention in view. The Floral Exchange benched a few hundred of this rose last fall and are now cutting some very nice stock. The rose stocks for the coming season will be much the same as last, as most growers are duplicating their present assortment of varieties. Some will discard Liberty, while others will try it, being spurred on by the success of a few who seem to understand its nature. With Messrs. Mortenson and Pahrenwold, each of whom have had great success with Liberty, it will be planted again and in larger quantities. There will also be more Golden Gates, as with some grow- ers it ia quite profitable and quite a demand has been worked up for good blooms. Roses in pots are scarce, that is, plants of any size. Robert Craig & Son, who are large growers and dealers, say they are at their vrits end to get decent stock for their orders. Colflesh, Becker and Meckey, make a specialty of pot roses and are now all sold out of their large sizes. There are still some good Ram- blers about, Harris having a fine lot. Wanamaker's department store had a sale of Ramblers last week, their price for strong 7-inch pot plants being 75 cents each. Thflr advertisement spoke of a large grower being "caught between seasons," consequently the sacrifice. Professor Stewardson Brown, the botanist of the Pennsylvania Horticult- ural Society, delivered an address at the meeting last Tuesday evening on the influence of environment on plant varia- tion, which ■was very interesting and instructive. The new fern, Nephrolepis "Anna Foster," was exhibited by L. H. Foster, of Boston. The variety is very distinct and beautiful. It seems a trifle more delicate than the Boston fern, but looks like a very fine thing and likely to prove a good commercial variety. There were also exhibited some very fine shrubby and hybrid calceolarias. Robt. Craig stated at the last meeting of the Horticultural Society that the American Rose Society will hold its annual meeting in connection with the spring exhibition of the society next year, this being the first meeting that has been held outside of New York. The rhododendrons in the park will be at their best for the next two weeks and will amply repay a visit. Bedding stock is moving very_ lively and the prospect for a clean-up is very encouraging. K. Biston. CUT FLOWER TRADE STILL STAGNANT AND VALUES VERY UNCERTAIN.— CHOICE CAR- NATIONS BRING ONLY LOW FIGURES — GOOD SUMMER ROSES — WONDERFUL DIS- PLAY OF LILIES AT THE ARBORETUM — SEASON STILL FAR IN ADVANCE OF OTHER YEARS — VARIOUS TRADE DOINGS. The sluggishness reported last week still prevails in the cut flower trade and is as pronounced as it is unusual for this season of the year. The most noticeable thing in the wholesale market, next to the general dullness of everything, is the quality of the carnations, that is the best ones. There are all grades of carnations and some lots are as disreputable look- ing as anything ever seen in this market, but, on the other hand, the fancy sorts are incomparably fine in every point; prize winners they would be at any exhi- bition, but their beauty seems wasted under prevailing conditions, for buyers are found with difiiculty and it is impos- sible to get an adequate price for them. Roses do not hold out so well in quality and are selling very low in evtry instance. The summer favorites, Kaiserin and Camot, are in evidence, quality all right if there were only some eager buyers. By this time next week, however, the tune will be changed and the Decoration day rush will be as pronounced as the present torpidity. Everybody who comes to Boston at this particular season with any horticult- ural aspirations, finds a Mecca at the Arnold Arboretum. The present week is the gala week of the year, for the famed lilacs, of which nearly 150 species and varieties are represented, are at their best. The display is worth traveling many miles to see. Othershowysubjects now blooming are the dogwoods, white and pink, the honeysuckles, hawthorns and many of the pyruses. Azalea Vaseyii is already past its best and the mollis and hardy Indica varieties are opening fast, the rhododendrons being the next in line. These latter as well as some of the early roses promise to be in bloom for Decoration day, an unusual circum- stance. The first pond lilies of the season made their appearance at Welch Brothers' this week. Visitors; Timothy McCarthy, Provi- dence, R. L; H. S. DeForest, New York; Wm. GriflSn. Thompson. Conn.; Julius Roehrs, Jr., Rutherford, N. Y. Canonsburg, Pa.— J. B. Murdock & Co., of Pittsburg, have bought a farm here of 185 acres, paying $40,000. They will proceed with the erection of a range of rose and carnation houses to cost $25,000. Meetings of Florists' Clubs. The accompanying list gives the cities in which there are active florists' clubs. Pollovring the name of the club is the place of meeting, the day of meeting, the hour and the name and address of the secretary: Baltimobb, Md.— Gardeners' Club ot Baltimore, Royal Arciinum huilding, 18 W. Sarato^ia street. Second and fourth Monday of each mon'h. at 8 p. m- John J. Perry, Sec'y, Gay and Eager streets. Boston, Mass —Gardeners' and Florists' Ciub of Boston. Horticultural Hall. Meets second Tuesday nf each month. W. E. Fischer, Seo'y, 18 Union Terrace. Jamaica Piain, Mass. - Brockton. Mass. — Brockton Gardeners' ard Florists' Ciuli. store of W. W. Hathaway, Times Building. First an! third Tuesday of each mon'h, at 8 p. m. W. W. Hathaway, Sec'y, Brockton, Mass. Buffalo, N. Y —Buffalo Florists' Club, 4BI Washington street. Second Wednesday of each month, at 8 p. m. Wm. Legg, Sec'y, 1440 Dela- ware avenue, Buffalo. Chicago. Ill —Chicago Florists' Club. Handel Hall. 40 Randolph street. Second and fourth Wednesday of each month, at H p. m. George Wienhoeber, Sec'y, 413 Kim street, Chicago. Cincinnati, O. — Cincinnati Florists' Society, Jabez Elliott Flower Market. Second Saturday of each month, at 8 p. m. Geo. S. Bartlett, Sec'y, 113 East Second street. Cleveland, O. — Cleveland Florists' Club, Progress Hall, 244 Detroit street. Second and fourth Monday of each month, at 8 p. m. Isaac Kennedy, Sec'y, Woodcliffe, Lake avenue, Cleveland. Dbnver, Colo.— Denver Floral Club, 333 Charles Block. Second and fourth Friday of each month, at 8 p. m. F. T. Eushmore, Seo'y, 2316 Franklin street. Deb Moines, Ia.— Des Moines Florists' Club, at various florists' establishments. Last Monday of each month, at 8 p. m. .T. T. D. Fulmer, Sec'y, 702 Walnut street, l)es Moines. Detroit, MitH. — Detroit Florists' Club, Cowie Building, Farran and Gratiot avenue. First and third Wednesday ot each month at 8 p. m. J. F. Sullivan, Sec'y, 214 Woodward avenue. HABTroBD, Conn.— Hartford Florists' Club. Second and fourth Tuesday of each month at 8 p. m. J. F. Coombs, Sec'v, 688 Main street. Indianapolis, Ind. — State Florists' Association of Indiana, Commercial Club rooms. Indianapolis. First Tuesday of each month, at 8 p. ra. H. Junpe. Sec'y, 456 E. Washington street, India- naoolis. Milwaukee, >Vi8. — Milwaukee Florists' Bowl- ing Club, Plankinton House. Thursdav eveninsrs at 8 p. m. C. C. Pollworth, Seo'y. 13? Oneida street. 'Montreal, Que. — Montreal Gardeners' and Flo- rists' Club, Alexandria rooms, 2204 St Catherine street. First and third Monday of each month. W. n Horobin, Sic'y, 23 Closse street. New York, N. Y. — New York Florists' Club, Elk's Hall, 19 West Twenty-seventh street. Second Monday of each month, at 7:30 p. m. John Young, Seo'y, 51 West Twenty-eighth street. New "ifork Omaba, Neb — Nebraska and Iowa Florists' Society, Fuller's Hall, Kourteentb and Douglas streets. Second Thursdav in each month at 8 p. m. Louis Henderson, Sec'y, 1519 Farnam street. Omaha. Philadelphia, Pa. — Florists' Club of Philadel- phia, Horticultural Hall, Broad street above Soruce. First Tuesday of each month, at 8 p. m. Edwin Lonsdale, Sec'y, Wyndmoor, Philadelphia, Fa. Pittsbueo, Pa.— Pittsburg and Allegheny Flo- rists' and Gardeners' Club, at rooms of Pittsburg Cut Flower Co.. 604 Liberty street. Second Thursday of each month, at 8 p. m. T. P. Lang- hans, Sec'y, 504 Liberty street, Pittsburg. Providence. R. I. — b lorists' and Gardeners' Club of Rhode Island, 95 Westminster street. Providence. Si'cond Thursday of each month, at 8 p. m. Alexander Rennie, Seo'y, 41 'Washington street. Providence. Richmond, Ind. — Richmond Florists' Club, Commercial Club rooms. First and third Friday of each month. H. 0. Chessmann, Seo'y. San Francisco, Cal.— Paciflo Coast Horticult- ural Society. First Saturday and third Monday of each month. Thos. H. Munroe. Sec'y. St. Louis. Mo —St. Louis Florists' Club, Odd Fellows Hall No 2, Ninth and Olive streats. Second Thursd.'iy of each month, at 3 p. ra. Emit Schray. Sec'y, 4101 Pt^nnsylvania avenue, St. Louis. Toronto, Ont.— Toronto Gardeners' and Flo- rists' Association. St. George's Hall. Elm street. Third Tuesday of each month, at 8 p. m. W. C. Jay, Sec'y, 438 Spadina avenue. Utica, N. Y.— Dtioa Florists' Club, 183 Genesee street. First Thursday of each month at 8 p. m. J. C. Spencer, Spc'y. West Hoboken, N. .T.— North Hudson Florists' Club, store of H. C. Steinhoff, Hudson boulevard. West Hoboken. First Tuesday of each month, at 8 p. m. Geo. P. Kogge Sec'y, 616 WashingK- street, Hoboken. 652 The American Florist. May 24, Seventeenth Year. Subiotiptlon, $1.00 a year. To Europe, $2.00. SubacriptioDS accepted only from thoae in the trade. Advertisements on all except cover pages, 10 Ceoti a Line, Agate; $1.00 per inch. Cash with Order. No Special Position Guaranteed. Discounts are allowed, only on consecutive inser- tions, as follows— 6 times, 5 per cent; 13 times 10 per cent; 26 times, 20 per cent; 52 times, 30 per cent cover space sold only on yearly contract at $1.00 per inch, net, in the case of the two front pages, regular discounts ap- plying only to the back pages. The Advertising Department of the American Flobist is for Florists, Seedsmen and Nurserymen and dealers in wares pertaining to those lines on/y. Orders lor lest than one-hall inch space not accepted. Advertisements must reach us by Wednesday to secure insertion in the issue for the following Saturday. Address AMERICAN FLORIST CO., Chleago. The bedding plant trade is coming fully up to expectations. Prosperity has brought the best price all season in all the carnation markets. This is a good time to put the green- houses in shape for next season's work. From the number of stems now being started it doesn't look as it the cycaswas losing in popularily. Possibly there are better window box and lawn vase vines than the vinca, but the buying public doesn't think so. SCHIZANTHUS WiSETONENSIS, SavS a competent English authority, is one of the best novelties in the way of annuals sent out in recent years. He is taking an unnecessary risk who leaves his glass wholly unprotected from breakage by hail. The only sure protec- tion is an insurance policy in the Hail Association. THEmailing label on your paper thows when your subscription expires; when you send your renewal note that the date changes within two weeks; it will serve as your receipt. The present status of the American Beauty in regard to supply and demand !a occasioning undue perturbation; it is faring better than any of the staples In this period of unusual oversupply throughout almost the entire country. Greenhouse Building. Union City, Tenn.— Mrs. I. S. Brown, conservatory. Shadeland, Tenn.— G. R. Underwood, conservatory. Whiteville, Mass.— Albert Burt, one house. Randolph, Vt.— Burnell & Totman, enlarging. Edgewater Park, N. J.— Joseph Gill, three houses. Grandville, Mich.— George Coaklin, three houses. Strength of Black Pipe. Ed. Am. Florist:— I would like to ask through your paper if the common 1-inch black iron pipe is strong enough to sup- port a greenhome bench four feet wide with six inches of soil in the bench? P. M. K. When the soil ii to be more than four inches deep the horizontal piping should be IV't-inch and the vertical supports, which should be 1-inch, should not be more than four feet apart each way. L. R. Taft. They Like Our Style, Am. Florist Co. — We wish to congrat- ulate you upon the style in which you set up our advertisement in your last issue. We are very much pleased with same and think it a very fine one. J. D. Thompson Carnation Co. Special Notice. Memorial day. May 30, falls on Fri- day. In order that our subscribers may receive their paper at the usual time it is necessary that the American Florist go to press on Thursday night, twenty- four hours earlier than usual. Corre- spondents and advertisers will please take note. Piping a House. Ed. Am. Florist;— I am building a house 2-li64 feet, short span to the south, rafters fourteen and sixteen feet, side walls five and one-half feet, double boarded and paper between the boards. 1 want to heat with hot water. How many 2-inch pipes will it require to keep the temperature at 50° in zero weather? C. L. A. The houie can be heated by means of three or four 2 inch flow pipes, and enough returns to make thirteen in all. Another way would be to use three 2M!-inch flow pipes and nine 2-inch returns. L. R. Taft. Treatment For Bougaiavillea Sanderiaoa. Ed. Am. Florist: — Having some fine plants of Bougainvillea glabra San- deriana in 4-inch pots left unsold, I would like to know the treatment to make them good plants for next Easter. A. B. G. I have been successful in producing fine bougainvilleas for Easter by the follow- ing method: Plant them out in the open ground any time during May, where they will get the full sunshine and nature vrill take care of them till autumn. Then, at the approach of frost, lift and pot them and put them into a greenhouse where the temperature can be kept at from 40° to 50°. Abo.nt six or eight weeks before Easter raise the tempera- ture from to 65° to 75°. Some growers never plant them out in the open ground but grow them in pots all summer, with the same treatment during the winter as above stated, and they are successful, too. Wm. K. Harris. Society of American Florists. TRADE E.XHIBITION. By vote of the executive board, Ameri- can growers of any forcing bulbs, plants or seeds hitherto supplied mainly from foreign sources, or dealers controlling stocks of such goods, are invited to send samples of their product to the trade exhibition at Asheville, N. C, August 19- 22, 1902, where they will be given space free of charge, provided that they then become the property of the society for testing purposes as to their forcing qual- ities, results of said testing to be pub- lished the following season. Please make entries with the secretary, Wm. J. Stew- art, 79 Milk street, Boston, Mass. department of plant REGISTRATION. C. S. FitzSimmons, Lansing, Mich., registers rose Queen Madge. Sport from Kaiserin Augusta Victoria, in 1S9G. Color, true Papa Gontier in the bud, becoming lighter and brighter until the petals fall, without discoloring. Form of bud similar to Kaiserin. Foliage also like that of parent but of heavier sub- stance. Fragrance with an added spice and foliage has a perceptible sweet-briar odor. Stems stiff and of good length. A free-blooming, all-season forcing rose, grown in Bridesmaid temperature. Wm. J. Stewart, Sec'y. Galvanized Steam Pipe. Ed, Am. Florist: — Is there any objec- tion to the use of galvanized pipe for steam heating, apart from the increased cost? Would it last longer and radiate heat as well as common black pipe? What is the galvanizing substance com- posed of and how is it put on? R. H. In addition to the cost, which is usually about fifty per cent higher than that of black pipe, galvanized pipe does not radi- ate heat as well. Were the two of about the same price the last objection named would not be suflScient to oflset the advantage from the increased durability, but on the other hand common black pipe that is occasionally painted will last for many years under fairly good condi- tions and at the usual prices will be found more desirable. Black pipe is galvanized by dipping it into melted zinc after it has been freed from dirt and oil by means of acids. L. R. Taft. Alteration to Greenhouses. Ed. Am. Florist:— My greenhouse is 24x120 feet, with a lean-to along the west seventy feet, with the partition once dividing it from the main houie since removed. By the rebuilding of a house on the adjoining lot about twenty to twenty-five feet of the east end of the house is now shaded, so that the stock does not do well there, and I am thinking of taking down that portion of the house and re-erecting it, with some addition, beside the remaining portion. In the old section there are four benches, those to the north raised a few inches above the others, with a good deal of waste space in the lean-to. A man in whose judgment I have confidence says to bring the four benches down to a level, widening them and put- ting one in the lean-to; then to build an even-span house to the north. The line of sun over the south house will not reach all of the proposed new house at noon in winter, but after two o'clock would strike the whole side of the roof of the addition, for the houses run a little south of east to west. Another party advises me that it is immaterial about rearrang- ing the benches in the old house but says to, instead of building a long house par- allel to it, build short ones at almost right angles, that is, running north and south. I would have room for four or five such houses about thirty feet long. It is said that such houses would be bet- ter for my use than one large one, as they could be piped separately and each car- ried at any desired temperature. It Is also suggested that if I decide to build the two parallel attached houses, I make the south slope of the new one rather steeper than even span. As I have no money with which to experiment I should be pleased to have an expert opinion on the several plans. J. L. H. The plan first mentioned seems the bet- ter of the two, as three or four houses thirty feet in length will cost considerably more than one house of equal capacity, especially as by the latter method It is proposed to extend the roof of the new houses over upon the roof of the present house. The valleys thus formed will be igo2. The American Florist. 653 expensive to build and maintain, and ■will be troublesome by causing shade and drip. It the new house is to be used for plants that will be injured by partial shade during the morning, it will be pos- Bible to place it eight feet away from the old house and still make it twenty-four feet wide. Under the conditions named an even span will be •atisfactory, although a short span on either side would give good results. L. R. Taft. OBITUARY. C. H. DOWNIE. C. H. Downie, who had charge of the grass and clover seed department of Peter Henderson & Co., New York, died May 19, after only a fortnight's illness. He was forty-five years of age and a native of Scotland. We understand he was formerly connected with the firm of Downie, Laird & Laing, of Edinburgh, now conducted, we believe, under the title of John Downie. H. H. HUNNBWBLL. H. H. Hunnewell, proprietor of the beautiful gardens at Wdlesley, Mass., died on Tuesday, May 20, at the ripe age of 92 years. Mr. Hunnewell was bom in Watertown, Mass. At the age of 25 he became a partner in the Paris banking house of Welles & Co., where he resided for some fifteen years, returning to America to establish the firm of H. H. Hunnewell & Sons, since which time he has been a prominent factor in the finan- cial and horticultural progress of Boston, although one of the most unassuming of men. He was a man of scholarly and literary tastes, fond of outdoor life and horticultural pursuits, generous, chari- table and always public-spirited. He was an active member of the Massachusetts Horticultural Society for about fifty years, and during most of that period served the society in various official capacities. He gave generously and estab- lished several funds, the income from which is to be devoted perpetually to the cause of horticultural advancement. He retired from active duty as an officer of this organization in December, 1900. The beautiful estate at Wellesley is the most famed private place in America and no visit to Boston from distant places has been considered complete without a trip to that lovely spot. Its charms were the joint product of Mr. Hunnewell and his talented gardener, F. L. Harris, who also not long since found it necessary to lay down the cares of active work because of growing infirmities. In 1890, when the Society of American Florists visited Boston, one of the most delightful events of that occasion was an afternoon spent as the guests of Mr. Hunnewell at Wel- lesley, viewing the wonderful Italian garden and enjoyingthe manifold charms of sylvan scenery and landscape effect with which the place abounds. The immediate cause of Mr. Hunnewell's death was heart disease, but he has been feeble ever since an attack of pneumonia which he had about a year and a half ago. Up to that time he enjoyed uninter- rupted good health. Waeb, Mass — R. W. Cornish has sold out his flower business to Chas. F. Clark. Sbymour, Conn.— Chas. F. Doll, who has conducted a greenhouse business here for many years will retire from the florist trade June 1. SITUATIONS, WANTS, TOR SALE. Advertisements under this head will be inserted at the rate of ten cents a hue (six words) each insertion. Cash must accompany order. Plant advs. not admitted under this head. Every paid subscriber to the American Florist for the year 1903 is entitled to a five-line want ADV. (situations only) Iree, to be used ut any time during the year. SITUATION WANTED— Hy professiomil florist niul grtrdeuer. capable oT tabiuir charge. \V K. 698 Van Kuren street, Chicago. SITUATION WANTED— Ky good grower for the retail trade; 14 vears'exvenence; sinele; age 34. Illinois preferred. Wages $30 and boiird. Address. Retail, care American Florist. SITUATION WANTED— As foreman and grower of cut flowers and plants. Have been forema'n with prominent florists around Cnicago for a number of years. Address Florist, Box 5i, Hinsdale, 111. SITUATION WANTED— As manager or work- ing foreman on up-to-date rose growing establishment by very successful grower, cupablf of taking charge aiid understands handling of help. Address ('F.T, care American Florist. SITUATION WANTED— By June 1st; practical florist; German, age 28 years, single; 14 years' experience with palms, ferns, forcing stock, bed- ding plants and cut flowers. Private or commer- cial place near Chicago preferred. Address C J, American Florist, Chicago. SITUATION WANTED— As foreman by thor- oughly practical florist. Good decorator, designer, etc. Grower of No. 1 roses, carnations and 'mums. First-class commercial or private position. Good wages expected. Address G. Foreman, care P. O., Canton, O. OITUATION WANTED— By first-class florist. *^ as grower; 39 years of age, single, strictly sober; can produce first-class cut flowers; also good on pot and bedding plants, and good designer. Lifelong experience, and several years iii the south — where a situation would be p'eferred. Address H L, care American Florist. ■VNTED- A man for general greenhouse work; steady place for the right party. Address C LovERiDGE, Peoria, 111. W WANTED — Helper for work around green- houses. Wages J25 per mouth with board. Morton Grove Greenhouses, Morton Grove, lU. WANTED— 1,000 feet of 4-inch cast iron pipe in good condition. Also a hot water heater. Give full description and price. Address I. L. PiLLSBURT, Galesburg, 111. WANTED — Young man to learn the greenhouse business, growing of roses and carnations. State age. Apply to John L. Wtland. De Haven. Pa. WANTED — Rose growers and helpers; also one man that understands growing chrysanthe- mums. The highest wages and steady work. Bassett tt Washburn, Hinsdale, 111. WANTED — Florist with good references, to grow cut flowers and pot plants. Single German preferred. Address Mrs. Geo. Waldeauer, Saginaw City, Mich. WANTED— A good florist to grow roses, car- nations, 'mums and general stock. $?0 00 per month; board and room. State age and refer- ences. C. HuMFELD, Clay Center, Kans. WANTED— Two rose growers. Must be first- class, one for American Beauties who has made a success of that variety. Good wages to good men. Address H. Dale Estate, Brampton, Ont., Can. WANTED— A young man for retail florist place; must be well posted on ferns and palms; not afraid of work, and have Al references. Address H. F. Halle, 548 West Madison St., Chicago. WANTED— Working foreman on roses, carna- . tions and general stock for retail trade. Give experience with references from former employers; also wages expected. Must be sober and of good character. Steady position to right party. I. Shelby Crall. Monongahela, Pa. FOR SALE— Branch store of leading Chicago florist, clearing $150 per month. Long lease. Price $600. Address Store, care Am. Florist. FOR SALE — Prosperous, up-to-date, growing florist business; established 12 years. Address for particulars, Mrs. S. N. Alkire, Qreenview, 111. FOR SALE— At a bargain, greenhouses, 35,000 feet of glass, land and good dwelling house, barn, etc., in best of condition and well stocked; near Chicago; owner going into other business. Address H G, care American Florist. Wanted... Tlioroughly competent man, to take charge of the lawn and grounds about the pumping station of the Des Moines Water Works Co. Useless to apply unless capable. Position permanent. Apply, giving full particulars and references, to CHAS. S. DENMAN. Secy & Mgr, Des Moines. Iowa. For Sale, Greenhouse 200 feet I'mg, 20 fer-t wide, with land or without; been run 2 winters only. Also 700 feet 2-iQ. pipe, 700 feet 1-in. pipe; been used one winter only. Will sell at hale the cost of new pipe. Also one sectional boiler in use only one winter; suitable for house 110x20 feet. Joost and Marquis plants in 3-in. pots at very low price, pots included. S. W. PHILLIPS. Box 18. Billerica. Mass. For Sale at a Bargain Greenhouses, 25,000 square feet of glass, all in good condition and paying well; within 20 miles of Chicago. Owner is going to retire from business. Address F S, care American Florist. RARE BUSIHESS OPENING IN CALIFORNIA. Corporation doing a wholesale and retail business over the west through catalogue, desires to materially enlarge to meet de- mands, and to this end wishes to correspond with suitable party able to invest $3,000 to |5,000 in capital stock of the company and devote his full time to the business. Must either be a skilled propagator and able to take charge of outside work or else experi- enced and competent to look after commer- cial part of a catalogue business. Give full particulars and experience or no attention. Address CORPORATION, care American Florist. Chicago. '.'.?.' BOILERS and Pipe. 5 No. 1 6 Hitchings Boilers in good order, with New Grates and Fire Bricks. Also 6, coo feet 4-in. cast iron extra heavy pipe, 9 feet lengths, ells, tees and Expansion Tanks. Cheap for Cash. W.A.Hammond 107 E. Broad St., Richmond, Va. W If yea want to get the want jS 1^ you want to get, you want ^ ffii to get your want ad into the M AMERICAN IF L O R I S Ti tt «» «» Try It now. ^ Every advertisement represents |q a genuine want. Jt It pays ^ to answer them. •^ J^ Jt 654 The American Florist. May 24, Spriasfield, Mass. TRADE SHOWS THE ACCUSTOMED SLACK- ENING GAIT AT THE SEASON.— VARIOUS NOTES OF INTEREST. Business is slacking op, although there are no complaints heard, ai all look for- ward to a quiet period at this time of the year. There are enough cut flowers to meet all demands, and of fair quality. We are getting some fine weather, but a little cool at night, making night firing necessary. Rain is needed badly in this section, for vegetation is showing the effects of drought. Bedding stock is selling very satisfactorily and the next two weeks will see the greater part of planting done. Pansies are about over and have sold well this season. Adams & Sons report large sales of nursery stock, getting through with very few complaints. Gilbert, of Homer street, also reports increase for nursery stock and sales this season very satisfac- tory. A. B. Grandville, Mich.— George Conklin has bought five acres of land of the Conklin estate and is building three greenhouses and a fine residence. He will grow carnations, violets and chrys- anthemums. Portland, Mb.— The greenhouses and salesroom on Congress street occupied for a number of years by E. J. Harmon, are being demolished to make way for a new hotel. Mr. Harmon will locate in a new building on the opposite side of the street. GLADIOLUS Closing Prices.. BUIBS T OOOj in separate colors, tst size, at ' $12.50 per 1000. 10,000 High Grade Mixtures, for cut flowers, 1st size, at |10 per 1000. 8,000, good mixed, 1st size, at J7.50 per 1000. Novelty, No. "1900," >4.oo per lOO. Vaughan's Seed Store, S^rvr. Please w fnfwn the American florist when ■u/tiUng. 4( Fumigation Methods" BY PROF. JOHNSON. Every Grower needs CI (\t\ this book...... Price >!>'•"" AMERICAN riORIST COMPANY, 324 Dearborn Street, CHICAGO. Watch This Space FOR FUTURE BARGAINS. 349 West North Avenue, CHICAGO, ILL. Greenhouiet, Nlle< Center. III. PUau wunlion the American Florul when wrilmg COMMISSIONS CARRIED OUT in LONDON or any part of Great Britain. Messrs. WILLS & SEGAR will attend to any coniniissioa from American florists for the supply of Cut Flowers, Birthday Flowers, Bouquets, High Class Floral Designs, etc., to their clients who may be traveling in England. UIII I Q 9. VCRAD Court Florists to Hit IT ILLO 06 OCUnlli majesty, Tbe King. ROYAL EXOTIC Nursery. Teleobamb, Onslow Crescent, South Kensington, Flosculo, Lohdon. LONDON, ENGLAND. Wbol^ale power/\arK?fe MiLWAnEZE, Ma}' 22. Roses, Beauty, long,per doz. 2.53@ 3.00 " " med. " l.UO® 1.60 " " short " .50® .75 " Liberty 6.00@10.00 " Bride, Bridesmaid 3.00® 5.00 " Meteor 4.00® 6.00 " Golden Gate 3 00® S. 00 Petle 3.00® 5.00 Oarnatioss, ordinary 1.03 " fancy 2.00 Harrisii 10.00 LUy of the valley 4.00 Tulips 1.50® 2.00 Adiantum 7B® 1.00 SmUax 18.00@2O 00 Asparagus 65.00 Common ferns .25 PrrTBBCBO, May 22. Kotet, Beauty, speoials 20.0(@3>.00 " " extras 13.00@15.00 " No. 1 4.00® 6.00 " " No. 2 2 00 " Bride, Bridesmaid 1.00® 6 00 " Meteor 1.00® 4.00 Oarnatlons l.O:)® 2.00 Lily of the vaUey 2.00® 3.00 Harrisii lilies 5.00@10.00 Pansies 25@ .50 Daisies 60® I.OD Sweet Peas 20® .60 Smilax 10.00@12.00 Adlantum 75® 1.00 AspaiaKut 3i.UO®40.00 OraonmATi, May 22. Boiei, Beauty 10.00@25.00 " Bride 1.009 3.00 " Bridesmaid 1.00® 3.00 " Meteor l.eO® 4.00 " Perle 1.00® 3.00 Liberty 1.00® 4.00 Oarnatlons 76® 2.00 Lily of the valley 2.00® 3.00 SweetPeas .- 50® .76 Irises 2.00 Longiflorum lilies 4.00® 8.00 Asparagus 60.00 Smllai 16.00 Adlantum cuneatum 1.00 Common ferns ,20 St. Louis, May 23. Roses, Beauty, short stem 5.00@12.60 " longstems 15.00@25.00 " Bride, Bridesmaid 2.00® 5.00 " Meteor 2.00® 5.00 ■> Golden Gate , 2.00® 5.00 Oarnatlons, ordinary ^i.i,... .75 " choice 1.00® 1.60 PiEonias 3.00® 4.00 Sweet peas 25® .40 Harrisii 5.00® 8.00 Callas 6.00@10.00 Smilax 12.60(3116.00 Asparagus Sprengeri 1.00® 1.60 " Plumosus 1.00® I 50 Blooming Laurel '^hiZ,. Large blooms, long stems, 2x2x4 feet case f3.S0. Green Laurel, long stems $2.50 per case. Packed with Sphag- num Moss. Ready June 1st. W. Z. PlIRNELL. Snow Hill, Md. Sweet Potato Plants. YELLOW lERSEY. $2.00 Per 1000. DAVIS BROS., Morrison, III. Please mention the American Florist when writing. E. H. Hunt, WHOLESALE Cut flowers THE "•OLD RELIABLE," 76 Wabash Ave., CHICAGO. Poehlmann Bros. Co. Wholesale Growers of Cut Flowers sad Dealers In All telegraph and telephone orders Riven prompt attention. 35-37 Gbbenhoubes: Randolph Street, Morton Grove, IlL CHICAQO, ILL. The Cincinnati Cut Fiower Co., ffiffiro. WHOLESALE FLORISTS. Con sign meotB Solicited. Special Attention Given to Shipping Ordera. Cut Fiower Excliange, WBI. DUiOEB, MaaagttT, WHOLESALE COHMISSIOIf. Full line of Florists' Supplies and Decorations. Special attention to shipping orders. 26 Miami Avenue. DETROIT, MICH. RICE BROTHERS WHOLESALE FLORISTS and FLORAL SUPPLIES. Receivers and Shippers of Fresh Cut Flowers. Special attention to shippini? orders. A com- plete line ot Florists' needs. Send for price lisU Prompt returns on all consignments. 128 N. Sixth St. MINNEAPOLIS, MINN. nease mention the American florist zc/ier* ii/riting. C. A. KUEHN, Wholesale Florist, ties PINE STREET. ^ ST. LOUIS, HO. trA. oompleta Una of Wire Datlgaa. Pittsburg Gut Flower Go. Ltd WHOLESALE FLORISTS. » Pittsburg, Pa. Please mention the American Florist when writing- H.G.BERNING Wholesale florist (322 Pine St., ST. LOUIS, MO. Frank M. Ellis, WHOLESALE flORIST. 1316 Pine Street, ST. LOUIS, MO. OON8IONMKNT8 SOLICITED. igo2. The American Florist. 655 Gut Carnations! $2.00 to $3.00 per 100 to take effect May 26th. Chicago Carnation Co., JoliCt, III. Bassett&Washbum 76 & 78 Wabash Ave., CHICAGO. Wkolesale Dealers and Growers of GREENHOUSES Gut Flowers : HINSDALE, ILL. WIETOR BROS. .iCut Flowers Whoieiale Growert All telegraph and telephone orders given prompt attention. 51 'Wabash Avenue, CHICAGO. FRANK eARLAND, "■tS:, .. Cut Flowers SPECIAL ATTENTION TT*'MT'TgTVr fgi GIVEN TO HARDY CUT *^ M3f.^K~L:^'^9 S9-57 WABASH AVENUE, Telephone Central 3284. OXIIC^^OO. BEO. REINBER8. "Ss?,.. Cut Flowers Choice American Brantle*. We will take care of yoar orden at reaaonable prices. Prompt atfbntion. «1 Vabash Av«., CHICAfiO, ILL. PETER REINBERG, Crower and Wholesaler of Cot flowers. 600,000 PHT OP QLASS. Haadquartars for Amarloan Baauty. SI Wabuh Ave., CHICABO, ILL JOHN MUNO, AVholesale Grower and Shipper of ^oo"! aai. 51 Wabash Av0., CHICAGO. Telephonx Cektral 3598. All telegraph aai telephone orders given prompt attention. A. L Randall, WHOLESALE flORIST. 4 Washlngtoa Straet, CHICABO. Send for weekly price list and special quotations on 1000 lots. Gut Flowers American riorlsts ♦ ♦ Ads Always do business, Week days and everyday Sundays and holidays, All over the country. At home and abroad. ►♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦< DECORATION DAY PRICES. BEAUTIES. Perdoz. Long stems $2.60 to $3.00 Medium stems l.SOto 2.00 Short stems 75 to 1.00 Per 100 Brides $4.00 $6.00 Maids 4.00 6.00 Meteors 4.00 6.00 Gates 4.C0 8 00 Carnations 2.00 2.50 " large and fancies 3.C0 Lilium Harrisii lO.OO 12.50 Sweet Peas .50 Valley, select 4.00 Valley, outdoor 2.00 Asparagus Plumosus. per stg. .50 .75 Asparagus Sprengeri 3.00 4.00 Perns, per lOi 0, $2.51 .25 Galax, per 1000, $1.25 .15 Leucotnoe sprays l.OJ Adiantum 1.00 Smila."!, perdoz 1.60 200 Prices subject to change withoutnotice Above prices are for first-class stock. Lower grades billed accordingly. WILD SMILAX in Limited Quantities. BO-pound case, $8 OO. 40-pound case, $7.00, 30 pound case, $6.00. Orders Promptly Filled. 51-53 Wabasli Ave. Jo Bo Deamud^ ..Chicago?. Boses and CamaticMis A Specialty. 37-39 Randolph Street, CHICAGO. WHOLESALE 6R0WER of CUT FLOWERS The r. R. WILLIAMS CO. WHOLESALE FLORISTS. Brides, Maids, Meteors, Carnations, Cut Adiantum, Baiax, Common Ferns, and Florists' Supplies. Teleplione Connections. GI^^'Sr^I^AJPfltf O^IO« Wbolfjale power/\arK^ Boiei, Beauty, CmcAso, May 23. 30to36-inoh item. 24 " 3.00 2.00 1.50 1.00 .76 00@ 5.00 .00® 6.00 .00@ 6.00 .00® 6.00 00® 6.00 00@ 2.50 00® 4.00 00@12.50 20 " " 16 " " 12 " 6to8 " "per 100 4 " Bride, Brideimaid 3 Meteor 3 " Perle 3 " GoldenQate 3 Carnations 1 . Lily of the valley 3 Harrisii 10 Callas, per doz 1 .00@1 .25 Pa3onias perdoz. .50® .75 Cattleyas, perdoz. 6.00 Sweet Peas 1 Adlantom Common ferni per 1,000 t2.50 Galaz leaves, per 1000 tl.25 Smilaz per dozen 1.50® 2.00 We like to haye you tellonr advertiieri that yon read our paper. CO® 1.50 1.00 .25 .15 WEILAHD AND-RiscM CHICABO'S RELIABLE Wholerale Growert and Shippers ol OUT FLOWERS. 59 Wabash Ave., Chicago. 8Bin> TOB WVEKliT PBIOS LIST. WHOLESALE FLORISTS Benthey&Co. F. F. BENTHEY, Manager, Wiiolesaie Commission Florists 31-35 Bandolph St.. CHICAGO. BnOooslgnments solicited When writing to any of the adver- tisers on this page please mention the American Florist. 656 The American Florist. May 24, Paeonias SAMUEL S. PENNOCK, Wholesale Florist, 1612-11 LUDLOW ST.. PHIUDELPHIt, Pit 0«n •=•«<» «fter J«j.ne> l»t -will toe opegm^ f porx^ ■y;»0 Gardenias to ^sOO p. r»x. GEO. A. SUTHERLAND, «« 34 Hawley St., BOSTON. Telephone 1370 Main, BEST BOSTON FLOWERS. AU SuppUes. An entire floor Devoted to Stock and Manu- facturing. Distributing Agent for United States for the wonderful LETTER, unequalled for dedgn work. Script, any color, 3V4c a letUr. Block letters, JV4c each. The most elaborate design work to order in a fe^tr minutes. GsiTBHAi. AesSTs: H. BAYERSDORFER & CO., Philadelphia REED & KELLER. New York Cit). A. v-'Vii^'L, stock: of* Decoration Day J. K. ALLEN Fresh Flowers FOR MJemoriaf Day and any other occasion at bed-rock market rates. 106 W. 28th St., NEW YORK. Telephone 167 Madison Square. OPEN AT 5 A. M. DAILY." ^ N. F. MCCARTHY & GO. CUT FLOWERS 84 nawley St., BOSTON. CITY HALL CUT FLOWER MARKET WELCH BROS.. Props. 9 CHAPMAN PLACE, 15 PROVINCE STREET. Boston, Mass. Wbol^ale [lower/\arH^ BOBTOH, May 21. Boiei, Beauty, eitra 12.00@15.00 " " medium 6.00@1U.00 " " culls 3.00® 4.00 Queen of Edgeley 10.00@25.00 " bride, Bridesmaid, Meteor. 1.00@ 2.00 " extra 3.00® 8.00 Sweet Peas 25® .60 Oarnatlons l.OO® 2.00 Lily of the valley 2.00® 3.00 Lihes 4.00® 6.00 Dallas 4.00® 6.00 Adiantum 75® 1.00 Asparagus 50.00 Smilax 12.00@16.00 PHn.Ai>Ei,PHiA, May 21. Boiei, Tea 6.00® 7.00 " extra 7.00® 8.00 " Beauty, extra 20.00@28.00 " " firsts 10.00®15.00 " Queen of Edgely, extra 40.00 firsts.... 25.00 Carnations 1.00® 3.00 Lily of the valley 4.00® 6.00 Asparagus 25.00@60.00 Smilax 15.00@20.a0 BuiTALO, May 22. Boies, Beauty 7.00@35.00 " Bride, Bridesmaid, Meteor 4.00@10.00 Carnations 1.00@ S.OO Pn-onias 3.00@ 5.00 Lily of the VttUey 8.00® 4.00 Smilax ". 15.00@20.00 Adiantum 1.00® l.BO Tel. 734 and 64 Main. N.Y. GUT FLOWER EXCHANGE Coogan BIdg, 6th Ave. and W. 26th St., New York. Opfn for Cut Flower SaieHat5 r»'clock Every Morning DESIRABLE WALL SPACE TO RENT FOR ADVERTISING. JOHN DONALDSON, Secretary. The American Florist Company's DIRECTORY Contains the names and addresses ot all the Flo- rists, Seedsmen and Nurserymen in the United States and Canada. Price Sa.oo. AMERICAN FLORIST CO., 324 Dearborn Street, Chicago, U. Sj A. Give Us a Trial. We Can Please You. Roses, Carnations and all kinds of Seasonable Flowers In stock. Wholesale Com- mission Florist. 481 Washington St.. Buffalo, N. V. Dealer in Florists' Supplies and Wire Designs. Open Day and Night. WM. F. KASTING, THE NEW YORK GUT FLOWER GO. 55 and 57 Wamt 26lh St., WHOLESALE FLORISTS, Daily Reports. Weekly Payments. Telephones: j a mrrr i AJJCi 2239 Madison Sq. '• ^- IVUi-i-AINO, 2034 Madison Sq. Mamabbb. GEORGE SALTFORD, Wholesale Commission Florist, 48 West 29th Street, NEW YORK. Fair dealing and prompt returns guaranteed. Correspondence solicited. ROVATZOS & MOLTZ Buy and El A III CDC on Close Sell.... rLUlfCnO Margin. Headquarters, 56 West 28th Straat, \ViUTE, (Opposite Cut Flower Exchange, OR Telephone. NEW YORK CITY. EUGENE BERNHEIMER Wholesale Florist, Philadelphia. Phone 14269 A, 1604 Lndlow St., CONSIGNMENTS OF ROSES SOLICITED. SHIPPING LIBELS ££.' • Cut Flowers Printed In two colors on gummed paper; yooroatd, etc, in black and lesl adopUxi by the S. A. P. In red. Very attmctive. Price per 600. $2.85; per 1000, HHX Send tor samples. ■ubho or ins leat. posipaid. mib. American Florist Co., CHICAOO. FOR DECORATION DAY. Paeonias. BEAITIES. CARNATIONS. TERNS. LEO. NIESSEN, igo2. The American Florist. 657 FOR BRIAL DAY FLOWERS 'TO JOHN I. RAYNOR, 49W, 28th St,, NEW YORK. WHOLESALE COMMIS- SION FLORIST. Teleplione 1998 Madison Square YOUNG & NUGENT WHOLESALE FLORISTS JfEW^YORKf''"'' Are shipping tlie finest Roses, Carnations, Valley, Orchids, Novelties, in the New York Market. -Price Ust to Applicants. TELEPHONE 2066 MADISON SQUARE. Walter i. Sheridan, Wholesale Florist, Teleplione 902 Madison BilTuie. 39 West 28th St., NEW YOBK. Telephone Noa. 2239 and 2034 Madison Square. MOORE, HENTZ & NASH Wholesale Commission Florists, 6S and 67 West 26th St., NEW YORK CITY. Adjoining New York Cut Flower Co. salesroom. Finest Salesroom in the Trade. Inspection Invited. All business, selling or shipping, strictly oommistion. ^ u/uni Kh\ P WILUAM GHORMLEY, nn||.|y„«oini| I Wnill PA||I r RECEIVER AND SHIPPER OF FRESH CUT FLOWERS. DAILY STOCK Of ALL IjlJIlllll I UU I U H '■ I lwl"l«^Fi ■■■■ TMP runirrcT vadiftifc ronu nrcT r:Dnu/FDC who chip in nfw vnau ^rw" ■■■■■■■ ^F^F ■ ^# ■ ■ ORCHIDS, ROSES, CARNATIONS, VALLEY. Talaphon* 2200 Madison Squara, B7 WEST 28lh STREET, NEW YORK CITY. JOHN YOUNG Special American Beauties, Surpassing Carnations, Lliy of the Valley, Orchids, &nd &11 Seasonable Flowers. 51 Weat 28th St., NEW YORK. Tel. 1905 Madison Sq. THE RECOGNIZED HEADQUARTERS IN NEW YORK CITY FOR Violets and Carnations GROWERS and BUYERS make a note of this. It will be to your advantage. WM. H. GUNTHER. 30 West 29tli St., New York. Telephone 551 Madison Square. Frank Millang from 5 a. m. to 5. p. m. Choice Carnations. Selected Roses. Cut Flower Exchange, 56 W. 26th Street, Phone 299 Sladlson Square. NEW YORK. ESTABLISHED 1872. JOHN J. PERKINS, COMMISSION FLORIST, Solicits Contlgnmantt or Shipping Orders. Satisfaction given In both. Write lor Terms. 115 West 30th St., New Yorlu POPULAR WITH THE TRADE. Therefore a profitable place to send your Flowers. M. a. HART'S, 48 Wast 30th St., Naw Yark City. Telephone 325 Madison Square. Traendly&SGhenck NEV YORK aTY, 38 W. 28th Street, Cut Flower Exchange. New Telephone No. 798 & 799 Madison Sq, Wbol^ale [fower/\arK?fe Nbw Roses, Beauty, select 10.00@16.00 " " medium 5.00® 8.00 " " culls 50® 3.00 " Bride, Bridesmaid 2.00® 6.00 " Liberty 2.00®10.00 Meteor, Golden Gate 2.000 6.00 All kinds, job lots 5(@ 1 00 Carnations 50® 3 00 Lily of the valley .50® 2.00 Callas, Lilies 3.00® 6.00 Sweet Peas 35® .50 Cattleyas 20.00@30.00 Mienonette 50® 1.00 Smilax 8.00@12.00 Adiantum 5i@ .75 Asparagus 35.00@50. 00 " Sprengeri, perdoz, bun.. 2.00® 3.00 Lilac, per bunch 20® .50 GHAS. MILLANG, 50 W. 29th St., fci NEW YORK. Always mention the American Flo- rist ■when writing to advertisers. FORD BR05. Receivers and Shippers of FRESH FLOWERS, 111 West 30th St., NEW YORK. Telephone 157 Madison Square. Julius Lang n Vul SOtli Straet. SIW TOBK. Refbsbsntb the BE8T Qbowebs 07 ROSES, CARNATIONS, VALLEY. TsLEPHOirB 280 Masisoh SQDiCBI. ALEX. J. GUTTMAN, Wholesale Commission Florist, A full supply daily of the choicest New York and New Jersey FLOWERS. S2 W. 29tn street, NEW YORK CITY. Telephone 1738 Madison Square. fl. H. LflNGJflHR. Wholesale Commission Florist, BEST IXOWERS SHIPPED AT I.OWEST NEW YORK PRICES. 18 Boarum Place, Brooklyn, N. Y. Tklbphonk 939 Main. ...GEO. M. KELLOGG... Large,. Grower^oj^.. Q^^ FloWCrS Give us an order and we will please you. Our Greenhouses at PLEASANT HILL, MO. Our Store, 906 Grand Ave., KANSAS CITY, MO. ^^LONO DISTANCE 'PHONE AT EITHER PLACE. Now in Season : FREESIAS, DAFFODILS. TULIPS LILAC, SWEET PEAS and ACACIA. EDW. c. horan; 47 WEST 28th BT., Tel. 421 Madison Square, NEW YORK. Cyj FLOWERS AI WHOLESALE. All Roses, Violets 658 The American Florist. May 24, The ^eed Trheib. AMERICAN SEED TRADE ASSOCIATION. J. E. NoRTBECT, Pres.; S. F. Lbonabd, Vioe- Pre«. ; S. F. WtLLARD, Wethersfleld, Conn., Seo'y and Treas. Twentieth annual convention, Minneapolis, Minn., June 24-26, 1903. Visited New York: John Degnan, of Chisago. A. H. Goodwin, of the Goodwin, Hai- nes Co., Chicago, has returned from Cal- ifornia. Visited Chicago. — A. J. Pieters, botan- ist in charge of seed laboratory. Depart- ment of Agriculture, Washington, D. C, returning from a trip to California, where he has been inspecting the crops of the seed growers. It is reported that the New York Mar- ket Gardeners' Association has brought suit against Messrs. Landreth and Burpee in connection with statements made in print regarding the seed distri- bution of 1901. Onion set fields at points on and near the Missouri river were damaged by winds early in the season. Some replant- ing has beendone sofarwith satisfactory results. Hail, however, has done con- siderable damage in some places. The recent rains have flooded the level and heavy ground in the trucking dis- tricts about Chicago so that it has baen impossible for some days to get on to the ground for weeding. The extra work which will be needed later may exceed the value of the crop, as it now stands. The Roman Hyacinth Situation. Our correspondent, "Parisian," writes as follows with regard to the condition of the French Roman hyacinth bulbs May 9: "I should have liked to write a few words concerning the Roman hyacinths, which are interesting so many of your readers, but the conditions in the grow- ing region are just now rather unsettled. The late rains seem to have injured the crop and fears are now expressed that the bulbs will not be so fine as last sea- son. Whether, as predicted, disease will further reduce the amount of available bulbs remains to be seen and can be ascertained only next month when pot- ting the bulbs. In the light of such con- ditions many growers prefer to await the result of the harvest in the hope of getting a better price, rather than sell at present, except at a good advance on the syndicate's first quotation." will be much heavier, the acreage planted is far less, and I think the quantity that we will be able to ship will be about the same as last year." The Bermuda Bulb Crop. A well informed Bermuda correspon- dent writes under date of May 14 con- cerning the bulb crop as follows: "I was much interested in your report upon the deformed Easter lilies, namely, Japanese, and your favorable comment upon the improved condition of the Bermuda Easter lily forced in America during the last season. I am not sur- prised at the fate of the Japanese stock grown in Bermuda. "Every effort is being made here to further improve the healthy condition of the planting stock, that the bulbs exported may be all that could be desired, and to increase the number grown. The condition of the lily is far away better than it has been, for years, and while the quantity reaped per area California Seed Crops. The latest reports on the California seed crops are, briefly, as follows: Celery — The outlook is fairly good. Carrot — Acreage larger and the crop in general good. Radish — Juat blossoming and pros- pects fine if louse and frost do not trouble them. Lettuce — Acreage reported reduced; excellent stand of plants; flowering time the critical period. Onion — Fair acreage; looking well May 10; no blight or serious trouble, some spots too wet; critical period from this date to July 1. Sweet peas — Acreage reduced; plants growing too slowly. The French Seed Crops. Paris, May 9, 1902. — The season, from the seedsman's point of view, is at an end. The wholesale business in the fall was very brisk. Owing to the mild win- ter which we have had, ( with the exception of some very hard frost in the early part of February) the retail orders came in more freely and earlier than usual. From early in February to the end of April it required increased forces to keep pace with the orders and taking everything into account (short crops and high prices) the seed business has been very prosperous. It is noticeable that when we have fine, sunnj weather in February the retail dealers may expect a good season. When on the contrary the ground is snow clad in that month, people little think of ordering seed and when the inclement weather lasts into March, some customers consider that it is rather late to sow certain classes of seeds and it is so much lost for the dealer. Early seasons are therefore always desirable. For nearly ten years we have not seen so many leading articles exhausted or the stocks so very low as they are at this writing. This is specially true of the radish, carrot and turnip shaped beet seeds, Germany having had a very poor crop of carrot seeds last year, imported large quantities from France. The radish crop has been veryindifferentthroughoat Europe and there is nothing left. Early peas have all been disposed of at very high prices and the leading turnips are sold out. The trade in grass seeds, too, has been very brisk. The crop of alfalfa and clovers having been very short in France, fine qualities of domestic seeds were very scarce and sold at remunera- tive prices. All good stocks of nearly every class of seeds having been cleared up, we now require one or two full crops to replenish our warehouses and espe- cially to check the pretentions of the growers, which, with another short crop, would be almost unbearable. The advance on radish seeds is quite fifty per cent and the dealers who accepted contracts at from 45 to 50 shillings per hundredweight will cither lose money or not be in a position to place the contracts with the growers. The outlook for a pretty good crop of beets, carrots, mangels, swedes and turnips is so far hopelul. The trans- planting of the spring radishes will soon begin and, contrary to what happened last season, no difiicnlty will be encountered through lack of moisture in the ground. In fact we have had too much rain and not enough sun lately and should the weather conditions not soon change and take a drier and warmer turn a good deal of injury may result from that source. Our barleys are beaten down flat; the wheats are too leafy (all straw) and many fields have to be turned over. Even in some of the growing districts of southern France the continuous and excessive rains have worked mischief in flooding many fields devoted to seed crops. The crop of cabbages suffered last fall through the inclement weather conditions, but the plants which withstood them are just now in a promising condition. At any rate that crop is not expected to be over one-half or two-thirds of an average and prices will again rule high next season. Spinach, onion, parsley, lettuce and celery are so far all looking well, with the exception of the Paris Golden Yellow and White Plume celeries, which, as poor seeders, are always scarce. But the crops are not warehoused yet. The incessant, soaking rains which we have had for several weeks have not alone been harmful to agriculture; we have had of late days a considerable fall in the temperature, ioUowed in some parts of our country by hail and snow storms. In the aggregate the tempera- ture has been for several days 10" centigrade below the normal at this time of the year. From various parts of France we hear that the beans and potatoes, which showed already well above the ground, have been frozen; from Normandy, the cider region, it is reported that the apple crop may be considered as greatly impaired; even in the southern part of France they are not better off and many crops seem to have suffered a good deal. The good fruit prospect which continued to the end of April has been sadly marred. In the face of the discouraging temperature which is prevailing at this writing, the prospect with many crops is a matter of conjecture, but the injury already done in some districts is serious. Parisian. Hail. Sheldon, Ia.— There was heavy hail here May 3 and lohn Christiany, propri- etor of the Sheldon Greenhouses was a heavy loser. Over 2,000 square feet of glass was broken and the damage to the stock was large. Lynchburg, Va.— On April 29 there was a severe hail storm here which caught two of the lour florists in the locality. Harry R. Brown lost sixty or seventy boxes of 14x14 glass and A. Brosch suflered to the extent of thirty or forty boxes, part of it 12x14 and part 8x10. Neither party had insurance. New Orleans. The New Orleans Horticultural Society held its regular meeting May 15, with President James A. Newsham inthechair. The following committee was appointed to arrange for the anniversary trip to Grand Itlc: D. Newsham, C. R. Panter and C. Eble. A communication was read urging the society to send a good repre- sentation to the convention of the Soci- ety of American Florists at Asheville, N. C. New Durham, N. J.— Adam Steiger was brought before Recorder PuUis on Tuesday, charged by a lot-owner at Flower Hill Cemetery, with taking floral designs from graves. igo2. The American Florist. 659 No Pots==No Coal==No Glass! %n^^x^l. Make Money When You Can. Hare are two propositions either of which Is certain to work and give large returns to the Florist who Reads and IS KEtN ENOUQH TO CATCH ON. F//?Sr==Buy i,ooo CANNAS, Dor= mant Roots, costing $12.50, returns (conservative estimate) $150.00. HOW? Our rrice is less ihan J^ cent per eye, which eyes will make plants under simnle treatment in about three weeks that bring at Auction 5c and commonly lOc each. There never was enough to meet the demand — Nut Ced. Think it over, tut don't think too long; chance will slide by. SECOND-^wy \ Box (eliZgs) for $i8 Cold Storage Lilium Longiflorum, Returns C=|SSte*) in 3 months, $120. Planted now outside should average at least four blooms to the bulb and flower in August when white lily flowers are in great demand by seashoie hotels and other festive resorts, and readily sell wholesale from 10c to 20c per bud. Our Retarded or Cold Storage L. Longlflorum bulbs (owing to our secret method of storage) are as pericvt to-day as when they reached us from Japan in November last, and are guaranteed to be in first- class condition before shipping. r^ A IVM A QP^'ice of Dormant Roots V^/\l>li>/\^$l,50peri00;$l2.50 per 1000 Large Pieces Three and More Eyes. No less than 2So sold at itou rates. You can select an assortment of kinds to this number and get 1000 rates. Queen Charlotte, red, deep golden euging; Shenandoah, dark {oliane. pinic flowers; Chas. Henderson crimson, compact habit; Peachblow. white, changing to rose; Morning Star, yellow, with red spots; Alsace, creamy white; Austria, clear golden yellow; Burbank, rich yellow; Italia, orange scarlet; very broad, golden yellow border. PLANTS of above varieties and others from flats, now ready, 50c perdoz ; |3 per 100; |2S per 1000. 8KE¥ATD%"Lilium Longlflorum The retarding of Lilium Longiflorum bulbs in cold storage with us is no longer an experiment, but an unqualified success. Do not confuse these with some old left-over stock that may be offered cheap elsewhere, which would only lead to disappointment, and be dear at any price. Our bulbs are imported and packed specially for Cold Storage and we are the pioneers in this line. Price of cold storage Lilium Longiflorum Bulbs for delivery any time of the year. 7 to 9-in. bulbs, 300 in a box, $1 per doz ; %1 50 per 100; |60 per lOCO. One whole box sold at 1000 rate. JAPAN or Kaempferi, original imported clumps, 24 distinct named kinds. Per doz ,|1.00; per 100, $7.50. CLUCAS & BODDINGTON CO., "?.'IS^";'SSk aTr Importers, Exporters and Growers' Agents of Seeds, Bulbs and Plants. (FLEUR DE LIS) OFFER OF CANNAS The following varieties can be supplied in strong plants from 3-inch pots, well established, for quick effect, $5.00 per JOO; $40.00 per lOOO. ALSACE, sulphur changing to white, ^}i feet. BRONZE SEEDLING, rich bronze foliage, currant red flowers, one of the best dark-leaved varieties, 4V4 feet. LURAY, pleasing deep rosy pink, 4 feet. MME. CROZY, standard gilt edge, red, 4 feet. MLLE. BERAT, the best pink bedder, 4 feet. ROBERT CHRISTIE, bright orange red, fine, 4^ feet. SOUV. de ANTOINE CROZY, intense scarlet crimson, rich golden yellow edge. SOUV. du PRESIDENT CARNOT, vermilion scarlet with bronze foliage, 6 feet. SOUV. de MME. LEONIE VIENNOT, carmine with yellow edge, a fine bedder, 4 feet, WILHELM BOFiNGER, rich scarlet overlaid orange, very bright, 5 feet. HENRY A. DREER, 714 Chestnut St., PHILADELPHIA, PA. ROSE PLANTS 2y2inch Rose plants, fully as good as any we have ever sent out : METEOR, S2.50 per 100; $20.00 per 1000. MAIDS, 3.00 per JOOj 25.00 per 1000. J. A. BUDLONG, 37-39 Randolph St. CHICAGO. Plant Now LILY of the VaLLEY FOR JUNE WEDDINGS. Select Valley Pips from Cold Storage, properly packed and thoroughly frozen, $13.00 per case of 1000. These were put up specially for the benefit of my out-of-town customers and can be shipped at once. Original cases of 2500, 2!3l.25; gl.50 per 100. H. N. BRUNS, 1409-191 1 W. Madison St., CHICAGO. 660 The American Florist. May 2:^, The l^uRSERY Trsidb. AM. ASSOCIATION OF NURSERYMEN. R. C. Berckmans, PreB.; R. J. Coe, Vioe-Pres. Qeobss C. Seasee, Rochester, N. Y., Seo'y. Twenty-seventh annual convention, Milwaukee, Wis., June 11-13,1902. The nurserymen will have a big con- vention at Milwanliee next month. The requirements in peach treei in the south this season were too much for the supply. Conditions in the nuriery trade are such as to warrant the expectation of well maintained price! for the next year or two. It is likely that the prices of cherry trees will recede from the present high level because of the very large planting of Mahaleb in the west this spring. The Winchester Nursery Company, of Winchester, Va., has been incorporated with capital stock of $50,000. The plan is to grow nursery stock on a large scale. The sudden turn to warm weather all over the country has put an end to the late, desultory planting and brought the finish to the biggest season generally the nurserymen have ever known. The demand for apple seedlings this year was rather more than the big west- em growers could supply, bnt A. L. Brooke, of North Topeka, Kans., says that in spite of this the plant of seeds has not been as heavy as usual this spring. Prof. John Ckaig, of Cornell Univer- sity, says that the severe frosts of May 8 and 9 in New York have changed the promising outlook for a fruit crop to one which is altogether problematical. Par- ticularly Is this true in the central part of the state. Peaches and plums have been badly injured. In the lake region the injury is much less severe. The Boston Common Society furnishes the following interesting information regarding some of the ancient trees upon that reservation. The first row of trees along the Tremont street mall was planted in 1725, the second row in 1734, and the third row in 1784. The Beacon street mall was laid out about 1816, the Charles street mall about 1824 and the Boylston street mall about 1 836. Of the trees which formed the first and second rows along Tremont street, none now remain, the last having been removed when the subway was built. PANSIES The Jennings Strain. Finn cold frame plants in bud and bloom, $1.50 per 100; $7 .50 per 500. Cash with order. ■. B, JENNINGS^ Logk ■« 264, Stothpail, C«iii. Grower of the Finest Pansiea. ROOTED CUTTINGS Estelle, S5.00; Lawson, J4.00; Marquis and Elm City, $2.00; Crocker and Lord, $1.00 per 100. Other varieties on application. DANA R. HERBON, OltEAIT, N. T. BEGONIfl GLOIRE DE LORRAINE, 2V->nch pots, $15.00 per 100. Write for prices on large lots. Stock guaranteed absolutely free from disease, THOMAS ROLAND, Nahant, Mass. ; California Field-Grown | ^ROSEBUSHES Hardy, Tender, Own Roof, Root Grafted. % We are booking contracts now for delivery winter and spring of 1904 in unv ^ quantity and variety wanceo. S-nd us your list in variety. witQ quaotity each ^ wantfd'and we will make prices delivered. You can save money by centra '^ iou with us in advance. Further, you can mase ampN* provisions for" selling ihem. It will pay you to talk this matter c>ver with us by letter, and the quicker you get about it the better. California Rose Co., (inc ) Los Angeles, Cal. Import Freight Agents Delaware, Lackawanna 4 Western Railroad Co. at New York, N. Y. r. B. VANDEGRIFT & CO., Publishers of Vandegrlft's United States Tariff. Customs Brokers and Forwarders. Foreign Express, Export and Insurance Brokers. NFU/ \C\nM Office, 66 Beaver Street ilUn lUHR Telephone, 928 Broad. A. B. C. Code Used Cable Address, Vangrift. mirmn Office, 316 Dearborn St l>nil/AUU Phone, Harrison 8-iO. Park Architects and Dealers will find whatever they want in the Holland Nurseries, DeBilt near Utrecht SPECIALTIES ARE: Conifers. Everereens, Hardy Shrubs, Lilacs, Ornamental Trees, Fruit Trees in different forms, Azaleas, Rhododendron Ponticum and Hybridum. Please send list of your wants and write for general catalogue. We will make you special offers. Write to GROENEWEGEN & ZOON, De Bllt, near Utrecht, Holland. Seasonable Stock. Per 100 GERANIUMS— 2-inch pots strong, including Mars, Hubert Charron, S. A. Nutt, Marvel, Mme. Landry, Mme. Charotte, Due d' Mont- mart, La Favorite, and Countess de Castiers $3.00 BEGONIA REX-Best vaiieties, in 2;^-inch and 3-incli pots 5.00 PELARGONIUMS - Latest novelties lO.CO FEVERFEW (Matricaria) 2.50 PHALARIS— Arundinacea Var., for bordering canna beds 4 00 NEPHROLEPIS Cordifolia-3-in. pots 4 00 CANNAS— 3-incli pots, Pierson's Pre- mier, Mme. Crozy, Chas. Hender- son, Florence Vaughan and Queen Charlotte 5.00 ANEMONE Japonica — 2-inch pots, just right tor planting out. Queen Charlotte, Japonica Alba and Lady Ardilaun 4 00 LAUREL HILL^s Importers and growers of Choice Hardy Peren- nials. Native Trees, Shrubs, Specimen Ever- greens. We grow large quantities of Iris, Paeon- ias,Tritomas, Phlox, Delphiniums; stocK is per- fecLly hardy, true to name. Send for Special Ciitiilogue of New Hardy Alpin-^ Tris. now in the press. STOCKBRlbCE, MASS., U. S. A. RHOOODEDRONS.... Elegantissima 6 00 Mont Rose and Rose Superba doz. i.OO CAA Clumps of Rhododendron Maxi- JUU mum, 6 to 8 ft. hlRh, at $25 a do/,. Prices of smaller clumps and Kalmias on application L. F. KINNEY, Kingston, R. 1. NATHAN SMITH & SON, ADRIAN. MICH. Please nu-ntion the A merican Florist ichen writing. />■ FUJIjITIO Large Flowering, leading III 1 Wl/l 1 1^ kinds, strong 2-year plants ^*-'-'»*'» ■ '^^ from 4-inch pots in 12 sorts. $2.00 per doz.; $16.00 per 100. 25 at 100 rate. Choice Hardy Monthly ROSES in twelve (12) kinds. $1.50 per doz.. HO.oO per 100. ADIANTUM, (Maiden Hair Ferna), strong clumps, 15.00 per luO; 76c per doz. r. A. BALLER, Bloomington, III. Please mention the A tnericafi Florist ii'hett writing. B.W. DIRKEN, Oudanbosch, Holland. ORNAMENTAL AND FOREST TREES A SPECIALTY. Conifen, Evergreens, Hollies, Etc. .M Jl .^ Prices on Application. The Art ...of Floral Arrangement The only special newspaper in the world for floral arrangement. 200 ILLUSTRATIONS ANNUALLY. Specimen number free. Subscription, |2.40 yearly. BINDEKUNST-VERLAQ J. OLBERTZ. ERFURT, GERMANY Successful Growers are Wanted To know that they can dispose of all their surplut stock by adver- ...........tising in the American Florist. TRY IT NOV. tgo2. The American Florisi, 66i ^ o u z z UJ u. o U Q O O > z z o < ^ u o o if H Z o Q O WE SHALL HAVE PAEONIAS UP TILL THE FOURTH OF JULY. KENNICOTTBROS.CO. Wholesale Commission Florists ""^ArK-i'nTs '."f FLORISTS' SIPPLIES. 42 and 44 E. Randolph St., ....Chicago, 111. Send along your orders for PAEONIAS 75c a Dozen. And all other ...Cut Flowers FOR DECORATION DAY. We handle the Bulk of the Paeonlas coming to the Chicago Market. DECORATION DAY PRICE LIST. SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE. Per Hundred. Am. Beauties, short $ 8.00 to $10 00 Am. Beauties, medium 15.00 to 18.00 Am. Beauties, fair length 25 00 to 30.00 Am. Beauties, long 40.00 Meteors 5.00 to 10.00 Brides and Bridesmaids 4.00 to 7.00 Perles 4 00 to 7.00 Roses, our selection 3.00 to 4.00 Pseonias, pink and white, per doz. 75c. Per Hundred Carnations, fancy varieties $ 2.50 to $ 3.00 Carnations, good average 1.50 to 2.00 Valley 2.00 to 5.00 Daisies 1 00 to 1.50 Smilax 12.50 to 18.00 Adiantum 50 to 1.00 Asparagus per string, .75 Galax per 1000, $1.50, .20 Common Ferns per 1000, $2.50, .30 50,000 JASMINE GRSNDIFLORA, $2.00 PER 100. Roses are very much off grade. Order other stock. t@°WE ALWAYS SHIP EXTRA SELECT OR HIGH-GRADE GOODS UNLESS OTHERWISE ORDERED.°^a WE REPRESENT MORE QLAS5 THAN ANY OTHER HOUSE IN CHICAGO. 6b2 The American Florist. May 24, Our pasTiMEs. Annonncements of coming contests or other • 7eatB of interest to our bowling, shootHig and 0/oUng readers are solicited and will be given place in this column. Address aU correspondence for this department to Wm. J. Stewart, 79 Milk St., Boston, Mass.; Robt. Kilt, 1725 Chestnut St., Philadelphia, Pa.; or to the American Florist Co., 324 Dearborn St., Obioago, 111. At New York. The east nmary friendly rivalry on the alleys last Monday night was intensified by the presence of D. T. Connor, of Phil- adelphia, who, as the scores show, had no difficulty in finding the right rnt in the alleys and making frequent trouble for the center pin. Scores were recorded as follows: Player 1st 2d 3d 4th SieVireoht 144 146 158 132 Lane 175 165 183 161 Burns 140 161 166 188 Hafner 165 176 168 164 Bunyard 109 105 1(16 143 Traendly 153 180 147 180 Shaw 136 93 Connor 153 180 147 Bowling at Philadelphia. The balls and pins are still keeping np a merry rattle on the club alleys. The usual matinee crowd is in evidence in the afternoons. The large number of asso- ciate members of the club help to swell these afternoon seances, the proportion of florists being about one to four. In the evenings about twice a week some 01 the faithful are generally to be found, keeping in form or striving not to get too far away. Scores run about the same, ranging from 150 to 175 lor the first twelve to fifteen men in the monthly averages. The dinner of the bowling league of this city in whose tournament the Florists won the first prize the past winter, held last week, was a most enjoyable aflair. Capt. Moss, of the team, was presented with the trophy, a grand affair, some- thing similar to the Evans prize, being a trifle different and more slender in shape, and is mounted on a metal base. It is a beauty and helps to make the case in the clubroom, which, by the way, is getting crowded, more attractive. The first team and the Friday-nightersare to have a "go" on Thursday evening, and there is no end to the things they are going to do to one another. May they both get satisfaction. K. MBQJ%A|UM in Chrysanthemums iind KHKnHIM^ p'uch&ias, namod varie- ■•^■••■^■■■'' ties, at $i 5) per 100. Ailamanda VVilliamsii $4 00 per 100 Acalypbu Sandenl 3.' 0 per 100 RussKliii Klegantissima 3.C0 per lOO Vinca \'ariegar,a 4.0Uicrl(0 All trood 2i4-inch piants. The Conard & Jones Co, WestGrove, Pa. 2000 R. C. Her Majesty Pink. 2000 " "good pink" Pink. 2000 " " red Pink E. B. JACKSON, Stamford, Conn. FAXON'S ' ITo^JL''. PANSIES. The best mixture in cultivation, flowers very Urge, thick and velvety; of superb colors and markings. The perfection of form and texture. In Trade Packets at $1.00 each. M. B. FAXON, Lock Box 1628. BOSTON, MASS. CorrcBpondence Bollcitcd. ENGLAND'S PRIZE STRAINS CALCEOLARIA, CINERARIA AND CHINESE PRIMROSE. SOW Giant show varieties from English specialists. V, tr. pkt. Tr. pkt. Cineraria, Eoelish Prize Mizoi t .60 $1.00 Calceolaria, English Prize Mixed 60 l.OO Primula, (Chmrse Primrose), English Prize friuged Mixed. 100 seeds, 25c; 500 seeds. $1 CO Sei' our olTer of Begonias, Paeonias, Gladioli and Cycas in lost week's Am. Florist. JOHNSON & STOKES, 217-219 Market St., Philadelphia, Pa. niyCV Johnson & Stokes' Kingly Collec- pJIIIO I tion. This strain represents the largest size, greatest substance and the most gorgeous colors found in any mixture nowoffered. Per 1,030 seeds. Sue; 2,000 seeds. 5Cc; 5.O0O seeds. II. OO; per oz., $5.00. Bulbs, Bulbs Narcissus and Daffodils, Specialties. Orders booked now for fall delivery. PRICES LOW. Send for catalosue and price list. American Bulb Growers' Co. PETERSBURG. VIRCINIA. PANSY PLANTS IN BLOOM. Transplanted . strLHi*.'. stocky, in tlie \yT\ finest varieties and colortj that money can buy. $15.00 per 1000. Put up in baskets containins,' one dozen, '20 cts. DAISIES. Double White and Longfellow, same pric*-. Also bf-dUint; plants. LUDWIG MOSBAEK. 85lh St., near South Chicago Ave., Chicago. Carnation Floriana. We believe this to be the best pink carnation introduced to date, was disseminated in the sprint; of '801 bv originators, Messr«. Fillow & Banks. Price, $6 per 100; $50 per 1000. BO at 100 rate, 600 at lUuO rate. Less than 60, 8c each. Dailledouze Bros,, ^"^^""sSSciaK' FLATBUSH, BROOKLYN. N. Y. 20,000 Chrysanthemums, "^"^^'ef^^a Timothy Kttton. ai4-inch $3.00 Kate Broomhead, Appleton, 2!4-inch 2.50 Viviand-Morel, Maud Dean, Bonnaffon, Ivory, Trainor Park, 2H-iDch 2 00 CuttiDKS at one-half above prices. Stevia, rooted "cuttings 1.00 Geraniums, ^ood bedders, mixed, 2^-in. pots 2.50 Asters, transplanted, ready for field 75 COOLIDCE BROS., South Sudbury, Mass. HOnCB-OROWN, FINB, CI.EAN STOCK; GBOWN COOL.. Write lor Price List. J, B. HEISSj The Exotic Nurseries. DAYTON, OHIO. 1,000 VINCA MAJOR VAR. Lodl: tops and several shoots, 3-inch pots, I5.O0 per lOO; 2W- inch $3.00 per 100. 5,000 CANNAS, Austria, liurbank, dormant $2.00 per 100; Paul Bruant, fine red, $8.00 per ICO; Alsace, white, $4.00 per lOD: Robusta, bronze, $2.50 per 100. All Colors $1.50 per 100. .\Bsnrt'd Geraniums, 4-ln. $5.00 i)er luO. Santolina Incana, |8 per ICiiD. Cash please, gg^jj CONNELL, West Grove, Pa. Bedding Plants. Mmn. SalliTui Ceruniunis. 2-in...per 100, $3.00 ('i-titairrf!i Gvmnocarpa. 2-in " ' iJ.OO I'.tuniii, doiiblo p'°l< " 3-?* ( !ril»-its. rooti'd cutiiiiKS " -Ti IlcKonia Art:entco-Guttula..3-in.. " 3.00 CAHH MITH OUDKi: . WM. CLARK. BATAVIA. ILL. ONION SETS-NO MORE OF THEM. Sow my Hardy White Onion. sKNii poR cincni.Ait, BEAULIEU, the Pansy Man. WOODHAVEN. N. Y. Florists' Calendar rOR MAY. SEASONABLE SEEDS. lOO u looo $;..50 2.U0 ASPARAGUS PLUMOSUS NANUS (true),$ .85 SPRENGERI PRIMULA SINENSIS FIMBRIATA.sep. pure white, rose, blue, brillant crimson.. .25 1.75 PRIMULA, mixed, finest strains 20 1.50 CINERARIA HYBRIDA max. grandi., pkt . 500 seeds. 2.=ic; 5 plits.. $1 00. CINERARIA HYBRIDA nana, dwarf grand]., pkt. 50O seeds, 25c; 5 pkts.. $l.tO. CALCEOLARIA HYBRIDA grandi.. max. or dwait grand!., either put., 25c. CALCEOLARIA, SHRUBBY, RUGOSA. pkt. 250. FERN SPORES, choicest mixed, pkt. 250. CENTAUREA HALLEI, purple and blue, fine for cut flowers, pkt. 10c. Our Specialty. BERGER'S Never Fail Pansy Mixture. containing choicest prize sorts. TRY IT. Snow Queen, white. .1000 seeds 25c; 5000, » 1.00 Gold Else, yellow Faust, black " Victoria, red " " ''eacock, blue " " Bugnot, Odier, Cassler, Trimardeau, or any color separate. 1000 seeds, 35o; bOOO seeds, $1 UO. Casiier's New Giants, unrivalled in color and size, 600 seeds, 20c; lOtO seeds. 30c. SWEET PEA SEED, any named favorite sort, 25o a lb.; 5 lbs, $1.00. CYCAS REVOLUTA STEMS, V4 to 10 lbs , $7 CO per Itii pounds. FRESH PANOANUS UTILIS SEED, 103, $1; in' 0,18 50. ARECA LUTESCENS SEED, 100, 60c, luO. $5 lO; 50CII, $20.00. D It on A III Great chance to buy cheap. A sur- D AnUAin plus Amaryllis Vittata Hybrids, sr-at for rut tlowers in summer. Fine llowtriDiz bulbs. 12, $1.75: 100. $I3.C0. A.dr... H. H. BERGER & CO., Established 1878. 47 Barclay St.. NEW YORK CITY. CYCAS REVOLITA STEMS. We hnvp just recciveiJ u larL'e shipment in assorted sizes from 3 to 12 pounds (most of them 8 or 10 pounds) which we otTer at lOr per pound. Speci:il price on largt? quantities. J.M.THORBURN&CO. (UU of IS John Stnil) S6 CORTLANDT STREET. NEW VOM FALL BULBS Tulips, Hyaotnths, NarolMus, Lilies. Vou uttu siivr money by placing onler now. Send us your liHt; we will maktj bottom prices. James Vick's Sons, Rochester, N. Y. igo2. The American Florist. 663 :ORDERS FOR: Decoration Day Will Receive our very Best Attention. PRICE LIST Tor Decoration Day. BEAUTIES. stems, 24 to 36 inches 20 " " 15 " " 12 " Short stem Per doz. 3.00 2.00 1.50 1.00 .50— .75 ROSES. Per 100 Brides and Maids $4.00— $8.00 Meteors 4.00— 8.00 Golden Gate 4.00— 8.00 Roses, our selection 4.00 CARNATIONS. Per 100 Standard sorts $2.00 Fancies $3.00— 4.00 MISCELLANEOUS. Pasonias per 100, $5 00— $6.00 Callas per doz., 1.25— 1.50 Sweet Peas per 100, .75— 1 00 Forget-Me-Not.... " 1.00 Valley " 4 00 Marguerites " .50— .75 Mignonette per doz., .25 .35 DECORATIVE. Asparagus per string, $ .50—$ .60 Sprengeri per 100. 3.00— 6.00 Galax per 1000, 1.25 Galax per 100, .20 FERNS. 1000, $2 50" .25 Adiantum per 100, .75— 1.00 Smilax per doz, 1.50—2 00 Store open from 7 a m. to 8:30 p m. daily. Sunday and holidays closed at noon Mt T is our aim to make our place at all ^UJ times the most reliable source of supply in Chicago. We have large resources at all seasons, for Decoration Day shall be particularly well equipped, and expect to be able to take care of all comers. Among other items we shall have: Raz»||4|AC We have all season handled the cut of LPC;aUllC>9 45,000 Beaoty Plants and they are now in heavy crop. Plenty long stems. Good quality for the time of year. r^Jl^I^fll JIC This is a favorite flower for Decoration l-aCJVlliaS Day^ Big show for little money. "Wc expect to have enough for all. White, pink, red. Best sorts. T^x» DrkCk^Ck ^*" growers are sending in heavy cuts. 1 f^a IVVS^S Maids, good color; Meteor, fine; stock a little soft, but averaging up well with the best now in market. tf^2«Viri2i4|i>tic All the latest varieties in good sup- V»ariia l lU 119 pj^, CqIq, holding well, fine stems. A very good grade of goods for the prices quoted. Valley and Orchids ILJir&Jt^LSiI^^ when you have a nice job on. €^^^^w\ €^g\r\g\sL Smilax is one of our specialties. \jrCCIl \JUUU» -^g have it when it isn't to be had elsewhere, as was the case for a good while this spring. Also Asparagus, Sprengeri, etc. Good Ferns are scarce. We are about the only unfailing source of supply in this market. True Berkshire stock. Considerable quantities still in cold storage. Per lOO, 25c; per 1000, $2.50. Enough for everybody. Lay in a supply for Decoration Day now. We can at all times supply everything which is to be had in the Chicago market. We keep enlarging our facilities just a step ahead of the increase in our business and are at all times ready to meet new demands upon us. Write, telegraph or, better yet, telephone. E. C. AMLING. The Largest, Best Equipped and Most Centrally Located Wholesale Cut Flower House in Chicago. 32-34-36 RANDOLPH ST. Ig'^rAND";'?^ CHICAGO, ILL. Ferns 664 The American Florist. May 24, St Louis. MARKET STILL OVERLOADED WITH SECOND RATE MATERIAL. — SOSES AND CARNA- TIONS PRACTICALLY IMMOVABLE.— P.EO- NIAS DO FAIRLY WELL. — A VARIETY OF NOTES AND JOTTINGS. The market is itill glutted as badly as it was last week, especially in roses and carnations, they being sold at any price they will bring and a large amount dumped. Sweet peaa are also quite plentiful but as yet have not become unmanageable, though there are a few more than are needed. Peeonias are sell- ing quite lively at from $1 50 to $3 per hundred and are about the only item sold out clean. Some cornflowers are coming in and bring 25 cents per hun- dred. The stock that is sent in is princi- pally of second grade and lower. The fern house of the Missouri Botanical garden is at present pretty well torn up as they are transplanting the whole house and planting cycads in this range. The century plant in bloom is attracting quite a number of visitors to the Garden and things are looking well. Most of the transplanting has been done. Shrubs are well in flower. Geo. M. Kellogg, of Pleasant Hill, Mo., has been in the city a few days and reports that out his way things are looking fine. He has put up a number of new Beauty houses and is going to take good care that thrips do not get ahead of him. He lost a large portion of his crop last year on account of this pest. Mr. Scheidegger, of Kirkwood, was in the city on Sunday. He is sending in some very fine Katherine Tracy peas, and several other varieties that are well grown. Fred. Ammann, at E wards ville, has his new Beauty house finished and we hope that he will have better luck this year than last. R. J. M. Freeport, III.— John Bauscher, Jr., is cutting large quantities of carnations and shipping many to out of town buy- ers and to the Chicago market. The other day 15,000 went to Chicago in one shipment. Asparagus PLUMOSUS NANUS.... From flats, $2.50 per 100; $20.00 per 1000. 25 at 100 rates; 250 at 1000 rates, prepaid. Cash. LOOMIS nORAL CO. LOOMIS. CAL. S. S. SKIDELSKY, 708 N. 16th Street, PHILADELPHIA, PA. CORRESPONDENCE SOLICITED. JOSEPH HEACOCK, Wynootei Pa., Grower of Palms and Am. Beauty Roses. ASPARAGUS PLUMOSUS NANUS. Fine bushy stock in large quantity. Doz. 100 -Inch pots M-OO $30.00 4-inch pots 2.00 l.S.OO 3-inoh pots 1.00 8.00 3!4-inoh pots 60 5.00 1000 170.00 40.00 The New White That 18 Hard to Beat. Rooted Cuttings from flats, A No. I, stuff. Per 100, $4.50; per 1000, S40.00. ARAUCARIA EXCELSA. A Big Bargain. 5-inch pots, 18 to 20 inches high, 4 to 6 whorls, each, 75c; dozen. $9.00. PHCENIX CANARIENSIS. Fine bushv plants, 8-inch pots, 36 inches high, each, I2.B0; dozen, 124.00. BOSTON FERNS. In pans, grown the way you like them, full, bushy, compact stock, ready for your counter trade. Each Doz. 13-inch pans *4,00 $40.00 10-inch pans 3.00 30.00 9-inch pans 2.00 20.00 8-lnch pans 1.50 15.00 7-inch pans 1.00 10.00 5-inch pans 50 5.00 4-inch pots 2.50 3-inch pots 1.50 3^-inch pots .80 100 $40.00 20.00 10.00 5.00 Started Plants of Cannas, a full line of all the leaders. Write for prtoes. VAUGHAN'S SEED STORE, GREENHOUSES: WESTERN SPRINGS, ILL. 84 & 86 Randolph Street, CHICAGO. 14 Barclay Street, NEW YORK. IF YOU WaNT Cannas in 3 and 4=in. pots, Caladiums in 6=in. pots. Verbenas, Pansies, Ageratum, Salvia, Heliotropes, Vincas, English Ivy, Asters, u you want /-rpo A Mil TM C in 3 and 4-inch pots— Red, White, Pink, Salmon, Rose, vlCflV«»l^I^^'*^ Ivy and Pelareonium, Mme. Salleroi. If you want Smilax, Asp. Plumosus, Asp. Sprengeri. f£ m.7r\t% vvT-on-i- DO^PQ You are interested. See our Hat in last week's number of 11 yUU WclllL tV.vf*-''-'*^ this paper. Especially fine PERLES in 3s2iA-inch. BOSTON FERNS. Don't fail to write us about them, or better yet. Order a Hundred for a Sample, iyi, 3, 4, 5, 6, 8 and lO-inch. Write GEO. A. KUHL, PEKIN, ILL. Geraniums STANDARD VARIETIES, 3^-in. pots, $6.00 per lUO; $50.00 per lOOu. CANNAS, standard varieties, 4-in. pots, $7.C0 per 100; $60,00 per 1000. EUGENE LEWIS, ELMIRA, N. Y. Please mention the American Florist when wrilinf ASTER Plants Semple's Branching and Q,uecn of the Market, in white, pink, blue and red, fine plants, grown from the finest seed saved by myself, at J2.,')0 per 1000; 40o per 100. J. C. SCHMIDT, BRISTOL, PA. SPECIALTIES In Best Varieties ROSBSi from 8-inah pots. CARNATIONS, for all deUvery, CHRYSANTHEMUMS. SMILAX, VIOLETS. Prices Low. Send for List. WOOD BROTHERS. Fishkill, N. Y. Please mention the American florist when writing. ^/^OCO BRIDES and MAIDS, «ne. ri^^^9C.^> 3-lncli pots. $3 ftj per 100. Geraniums, 3 and 3^-inoh pots — Double Grant, .S. A. Mutt. Murliland and double deep i>ink at $6 per 100. The above varieties from 2!4-ineh pots, la.fiO per 100. Assorted, ai4-in. pots, JJ.SO per 100. Aliarnanthera, (2 varieties). Golden Uedder and assorted Ooleus, German Ivy and 3 varieties of Aijoratum, ij-inch pots, Sl.EO per 100. Rooted cuttings of \lternanthera :ind assorted Coleus, 65c ner 100; $5.00 per lOOO. C«sh please. R. I. HART & 8RO., HACKETTSTOWN, PA. FERNS. Mixed varieties, strong stock and I good assortment, in 2-inch pots I $3.50 per 100; $30.00 per 1000. DL/\HU DHU;}., DETROIT, MICH. i^ase mention the American Florist when writing. 50,000 Ganna Roots AIplnMise Iloiivier, Mme. C'ro/.y. Ohiis. Ili-uderson, Marquaiit, Burltatik, »r-'.!>0 per lOfO; JL.'iOper lOJ. Mixed, »I0 OO per 1000; $1,26 per 100. MICHIGAN CUT FLOWER EXCHANGE, DETROIT. MICHIGAN. PUast mention i/te A mencan Florut ahen writing. igo2. The American Florist. 665 and Specialties for School closings : Decoration Day Baskets, Ribbons, Silk Cords, Moss Wreaths, Cycas Wreaths, Cycas Leaves and Cut Flowers OF ALL KINDS. BUY OF HEADQUARTERS. TAKING EFFECT MONDAY, MAY 26, 1902. Decoration Day Prices, CUT FLOWERS. «3.oa to $4.00 l.BOto 2 50 .75 to 1.00 4.00 to 10.00 4.00 to 7.00 3.00 to 6.00 3.00 to 4.00 4.00 ROSES -American Beauties— Select per doz, " Medium " •' " Short " Meteors, Liberty per 100, Brides, Bridesmaids, Kaiserins Perles *' Our Selection, assorted " jood Seconds " We also have a limited supply of Golden Gate. La France Liberty, Wootton and newer varieties. CARNATIONS— Extra Select per 100, J3 00 to $4.00 Good Quality " 1.60 to 2.00 Our Selection, assorted " lOOto 1.50 Our supply of Carnations consists of all the new and standard varieties, also novelties. ORCHIDS— Cattleyas, select per doz., $6.00 toJS.OO A-ssorted Sprays, etc per box. 5.00 to 25.00 . We carry Orchids in regular stock, although it is advisable to give us as much time as possible on orders. MISCELLANEOUS. Valley— Extra Select, indoor per 100, $4.00 Outdoor " 2.COto$3.0O Mignonette " 100 to 2.0O Marguerites " .75 to 1.00 Forgel-Me-Not ' .75 to 1.00 Pansies " 50 to .75 CAPE JASMINE " I.OO to 3.00 Tulips per 100, $2.00 to $3.00 Callas HARRISII and LONCIFLORUM. Sweet Peas. 8.00 to 12.(0 10.00 to 12.00 .75 to 1.00 l.OU 5.00 10.00 3.00 to 6.00 White GLADIOLUS— White per doz., % .75 Mixed colors " 1.50 PAEONIAS— White, Pink, Red per doz., .50 to .75 DECORATIVE STOCK. Ferns— Adiantum per 100, $ .50 to $1.00 Common Fancy, scarce, subject to advance, per lOCO, $2.o0 " .30 Ivy Leaves per 1000, $5.00 " .60 Calax Leaves— Green '• .75 " .15 Bronze " I.O" " .30 Leucothoe Sprays " 7.50 " 1.00 Smilax— Select per doz., 1.50 to 2.00 Asparagus Plumosus — Seieut Strings each, SOc to 75c " 6.00 to 8.00 Sprays bunch, 50c Sprengeri " .25 to .50 Sabal Palm Leavos^Artiflcial per 100, 3.00 to 5 00 Any flowers in or out of season, if obtainable anywhere, can be had from us, whether quoted or not. Careful packing, prompt shipment, fair treatment to ail. No order too large, none too small. Packing and delivery at cost. Prices quoted are subject to change without notice. Extra Select and inferior grades billed according to value. McKellar & Winterson Co. 45-47-49 Wabash Ave., CHICAGO. One or Two Pairs each of Oleander and Scarlet Hibiscus Specimen plants. Give full particulars (with photo, if possible.) VAUGHAN'S SEED STORE. Chicago. QaqdC From5-in. potsat 9<_', fine clean plants; HUoC/9a Clothilde Soupert, Gen, Jacqueminot, Coquette des Blanches, La France, Malmaison, etc. Laro:e-!ioweredCLEIIIIATIS— The finest purple, white, lavender and red sorts: 2- year from 5-inch pots, I8c; fine 1-year, at 9c. Clematis Panioulata 3-year from 5-inch pots, 10c; extra from 6-inch pots 18c. AMPELOPSIS VEITCHII— From 4-inch pots, 8c; Irom 3 inch pots, 5c. Packing free for ^"'^ W. H. SALTER, Rochester, N. Y. Austria from 3-inch pots $3.00 per HO Chas. Henderson, from 3-inch pots. . .i4.U0 per 100 ALTERNANTHERAS. Strong rooted cuttings, red and yellow, 50c per 100; $4.00 per 1000. DAVIS BROS., Morrison, III. Surplus Stock'.* BARGAIN 30O Areca Lutescens, 3-in. pots, at $6 00 per 100. 150 Areca Lutescens, 6~in. pots, at 50c each. 100 Kentia Bel. and Forst., 5- in. pots. 3«.c each. i3un Kentia Belmoreana, 3 in. pots, at $lO per 100. 1500 Kentia Forsteriana. 3-ln. p-^ts, at $10 per 100. ICOO Kentia Forsteriana, from boxes, strong, at $8 00 per 10 J. 7C0 Kentia Belnaoreana, from boxes, strong, at $8 00 oer 100. 1000 Latanias, 3-inch pots, at (5.00 per 100. .50 Pandanus Utilis, 6-lu. po*s, at 50c each. 75 Pandanus Utilis. 5-in. pots, at 30c each. 30 Ficus Elastica, fine, 8-in. pois, 5 to 6 feet at $1.25 each. 50 Ficua Elastica. fine, 8-in. pots, 4 ft., 75c each. 2500 Asparagus Sprengeri, 3-in. pots, $3.00 per 100. WALKER & McLEAN, Y0UN6ST0WN.0HI0. BOSES! ROSES! Some nice 3-in. Golden Gate ready now at $5.00 per lOO, and a few hundred 3-iD. Beauties ready in two weeks at $10.00 per 100. It will be wise policy to engage this stock now. Good BtautiMare scarce'. A few nundred j-in. Geraniums, Heieranthe, at $8.00 per 100. Cannat, strong, $7.03 per 100. Coleut, $3.50 per 103 W. n. (HJlinT & SONS, llncola, III. Qiant Cactus, 4 to 5 feet high, 10 to 14 inches in diameter. Grand specimens ot these seniational decorative plants. H£AI>QDABTBBS FOB HORTICULTURAL SUPPLIES Of Every Description. When you can't get what you want anywhere else, send here, we will send it to you. "irit's used In Hortloulture, we have It" DUNNE &. CO.. 64W.SI>tlllt.,N(W Ytlfe. Telephone Call, 1700 Madiion Square. Please mention the American Florist when wriCirit GERANILMS IN BLOOM. Fine stocky plants, 4-inch |8.00 per 100; 3-inch |5.00 per 100. Cash or C. 0. D. W.J.&M.S.VESEY,Ft.W3yne,lnd. 66b The American Florist. May 24, Providencci R. I. TRADE ON THE DECLINE FOR THB FIRST TIME THIS YEAR.— BBDDINGPLANTTRADE THE PRINCIPAL DEPENDENCE. — PER- SONAL AND TRADE DOINGS. The past week has been the dullest since the first of the year, all hands reporting a noticeable slackening in the call for design work. The weather has been cool and clear, just right for plant- ing bedding stock. Cut flower prices rule as follows; Carnations, $1.50 per hundred; roses, $3 to $6; lilies, $6 to $8. Small white flowers are scarce, and ferns are hard to obtain of good quality. It looks as though there will be a good supply of flowers for Memorial day, with a shortage in all kinds of green stock. Several florists are talking of abandon- ing the old-time 50-cent bouquet and trying to obtain a better price for their hard efforts at that time. S. J. Renter, of Westerly, exhibited some fine examples of high grade carna- tions at the recent meeting of the local Florists' Club, his best white being the Mary Wood, grown to perfection. The Budlongs are making good prog- ress with their greenhouse building and promise to be a factor in next year's pro- duction. Gushing, of Quidneik, has fallen off on the quantity of his carnation cut. He has cut very heavily up to the present time. The quality of pinks is slightly on the decline, although appearances promise a good cut for a full month yet. M. Sweeney is using a large shipment of geraniums in his bedding work just now. Mr. Hazard now devotes most of his time to his downtown place. T. F. Keller's showing of metal designs is worthy of mention. M. M. Grbensboro, N. C— Peabody Park at the Normal and Industrial College, for which G. F. Peabody donated the sum of $10,000, is to be laid out and beautified and when completed will be one of the most beautiful recreation spots in the south. ROSE PLANTS Well Established Plants from 2 i-3-lnch pots. Per 100 Per 1000 BRIDE $3 00 $25.00 BRIDESMAID 3.00 25.00 PERLE 3.00 25.00 GOLDEN GATE 3.00 25 00 METEOR 3.00 25.00 All plants sold under express condition that if not satisfactory when received they are to be returned immediately, when money will be refunded. PETER REINBERG, 61 Wabash Avenua, CHICAGO. FORTY VARIETIES, nearly all from soil. Send for prices on what you need. GEO. HANCOCK A, SON. GRAND HAVEN, MICH. tiardy and Tender Water Lilies NELUMBIUMS, VICTORIAS. We have the most complete collec- tion of A(|uatic plants in the world. It embraces a'l the American and French hybrids and native and Torei^ species. For prices see Spring Edi- tion of Dreer's Wholesale List, which is sent to the trade only If uncerlain what to plant, write us what your facilities are and we shall be pleased to assist you with practical suggestions. HENRY A. DREER 714 Chestnut St., Philadelphia. NEW CROP DAGGER FERNS ^rs^p^ 1000. They are extra choice; a sample lot will convince you they are the beat iu the market. BOUQUET GREEN, 5c per lb. BRONZE and GREEN GALAX, AI quality, 75c per lOUO. Discount on large orders. Send forsam- Sf'o^r LAUREL WREATHS for Memorial Day. Just what you want. We send out the finest Laurel Festooning in the mar- ket; fresh made, 4c, 5c, and 6c per yard. Discount on large quantities. Send us your orders for Me- ~ ~ morial Day early and they'll be promptly filled with the Best Millington, Mass. Tel. oflice. New Salem. Please meyition the A merican Florist when writing. Sliasta Daisy THE LATEST FLORAL WONDER. Plants 25c each; $2 50 per doz.; $15.00 per 100; $J0ObO per 1000. 25 at JOO rate. 500 at 1,000 rate. CALIFORNIA CARNATION CO. LOOMIS. CAL. 2rH;^Beauties We have a fine lot of 2X-in. Beauties at f 5 a 100; |4S a 1000; also the following Teas: BRIDE $2.50 per 100; |22.S0 per lOCO M41D 2.50 per 100; 22.50 per 1000 METEOR 2.50 per 100; 22.50 per 1000 ORDER AT ONCE. GRAND RAPIDS VIOLET CO. GRAND RAPIDS, MICHIGAN. fUoie m.ention thj- A mertcan Flnr-ist when itrritim ^> JH W JK y^ Itronze or green, 75c per ■ ■ /m ■ /m m^ 1000, in 2 OJ lots or over; ^-"^*^'^-'^- BinglclOOJ. $1.00. Fern, I'ancy, %'l.^') per 1*100; Fern, Dagger, $1 50 per 1000. Leuc6th<« Sprays, bronze and gr<^en, assorted sizes, $1 per 100. Green sheet nioss, %'Z.W per bbl. bag. L. J. KRESHOVER. 110-112 W. 27lh Street, NEW YORK CITY. Telephone call, fifl? Madison Square. HARRY A. BUNVARD, Msr. Please mention the American Florist when w>iling. MEMORIAL DAY. NEW CROP DAGGER FERNS Are now ready, A No. 1 quality, $1.50 per 1003. BOUQUETGREEN Princess Pine, 6c per lb. BRONZE AND GREEN GALAX, 9000 lots, 7Sc per lOOO. LEUCOTHOE SPRAYS 75 cents per lOO. LAURELFESTOONING 4c. 5c and 6c per yard. LAUREL WREATHS, to order, any size. Boston, May 3rd, 1902. We would respectfully inform the trade that our new crop of Ba^i^er Ferns is now ready and they are A No. 1 quality. We carry a full assort- ment of Florists' Hardy Supplies as follows: Bronze and Green Galai, Hardy Cut and Fancy Ferns, Bouquet Green, Laurel Festooning, Laurel Wreaths, Bundle Laurel, etc. P. S.— Extra choice Dagger Ferns, $!.00 per 1000. Satisfaction guaranteed and quick delivery. Ord<>r them now and avoid disappointment and the rush. Long distance telephone, 12618 Main. HENRY M. ROBINSON & CO. 32-34-36 COURT SQ., BOSTON, MASS Bedding Geraniums White Swan (double white), Mrs. Qaar (single white). Jacquerie (scarlet). Mrs. Francis Perkins (double pink), at $6.00 per ICO. out of 4-liich— Une stocky plants. .lean Viaud, the best pink, &-inoh, very strong, 18.00 per ICO. Drydcn, the silver medal winner at Butl'alo, 16 OO ner ino. Write us for prices on CHRYSANTHEMUMS. CASH TLEASE. HENRY EICHHOLZ, Waynesboro. Pa. BEDDING PLANTS. Cieriinniiiifl. l-iiich $5.00 Salvias, 2>4-inch. $a; :!-inch S.00 Begonias, Flowering, 3-incli 3.00 Vernon, " 2M-liich 3.00 Sweet Alyssuin, 2H-lnch 8.00 Saxifraga. 3-Inch 3.00 Gannas, Charlotte, Henderson, Bouvicr, Flamliigoand othern. 4-Inch $5; S-lnoh. . . 3.00 Petunia, double and single, 4-lncb 6.00 Verbenas, 3-inch 8.00 Ageratum, blue, 3- inch 3,00 Spotted (;alla. In bloom, R-lnch 10.00 Bellis I'erennis, line plaDts, $.'> per lOCO 76 J. S. BLOOM, Riegelsvllle, Pa. igo2. The American Florist. 667 WIETOR BROS. 51 Wabash T^ve., Chicago, 111. PRICE LIST For Decoration Day. Beauties, long stems, per doz. $l-.00 medium, " $1.50 3.00 short, " .75 125 Bride per 100 4.00 6.00 Maid " 4 00 6.00 Meteor " 4.00 6.00 Perle " 3.00 5.00 Golden Gate " 4.00 6.00 Roses, our selection... " 3.00 4.00 Carnations, good " 2 00 3 00 fancy " 3.00 4.00 Psonias " 5.00 6.00 w E ARE strictly headquarters for fine American Beauties ; a very heavy cut and the best goods in town. Also we are strong on Roses and Fancy Carnations for Decoration Day. We want your order, large or small, and will give it the Best of Attention. BEST GOODS, careful packin, RIGHT PRICES. NEW CARNATIONS. Cressbrook and Fair Maid, strong, from soil, $1.50 per doz.; $10.00 per 100; $75.00 per 1000. CHRYSANTHEMUMS Fine Btrone plants from 2V4-inch pots, leady now. Our selection, all good standard sorts, $20.(0 per 1000. We have many other varieties than here listed. Send for complete list. Price per 100; R. Halliday $4.00 Major Bonnaflon... 3.00 Philadelphia 5.00 Pennsylvania 5.00 NUdesto 3.00 Nagoya 300 M. de Montmort.... 3.0O Glory of the Pacific 3.00 Lady Harriett 6.00 Maud Dean 4.00 Xeno 3.00 Geo. W. Chllds 4.00 Intensity 4.00 T.Eaton $4.00 Nellie Pookett 8.00 Lady Roberts 8.C0 Mrs. E. U. Smith... 6,r0 Golden Beautv 8.00 Mrs. Chamberlain . 8.00 Mme. F. Bergmann 3.00 Willowbrook 3.0O Merry Monarch.... 3 00 Polly Rose 3.00 G. S Kalb 3.00 Ivory 3.00 Mrs. .J Jones 3.00 H. A. Parr 3.00 H. WEBEB. & SONS, Oakland, Md. Rose Plants strong plants from 2^-incb pots, choice stock in every particular. Per 100 Per 1000 BRIDE 3.00 25.00 BRIDESMAID 3.00 25.00 METEOR 300 25.00 GOLDEN GATE 3.00 25.00 PERLE 3.00 25.00 GEO. REINBERQ, 51 Wabash Ave., Chicago. AMERICAN BEAUTY ALLEN & OCKERLUND, I 14 Winona Ave., Sla. Ravenswood, Chicago. 3-Inch $7 per 100. Rose Plants for Sale GOOD CLEAN STOCK, WELL ESTABLISHED. Brides, Bridesmaids, Meteors and Golden Gates, 2-in. rose pots, $30 per 1000; 3-in. rose pots, $45 per 1000; 4-in. rose pots, $60 per 1000. CHRYSANTHEMIM ROOTED CUTTINGS.... TIMOTHY EATON, 93 per 100. Graenhousis, HINSDALE, ILL. BASSETT & WASHBURN, Stort, 76 Wabaih Ave., CHICAGO. i Tlie Sensational New Rose for 1902. I MRS. OLIVER AMES. js For description, prices, etc , see Trade List. % SI 00.00 IS OFFERED IN PRIZES tor Cul Flowers of Ihls Rosa at Madison 3 Square Show next fall. 5 Extra floe plants of tbe grand pillar rose CRIMSON RAMBLER, from $S.O0 to $6.00 per dozen, 5 according to size and age. Aiso all the STANDARD forcing roses in variety, now ready for ^ shipment. ^ I JOHN N. MAY, Summif, N. J. I Please mention the A nierican FioriU when writing. 668 The American Florist. May 24, Toronto. TRADE FALLING OFF IN THE STORES AND STOCK ACCUMULATES IN GROWERS' HANDS. — CARNATIONS OVERPLENTIFUL FOR THE FIRST TIME THIS SEASON. — NOTES OF THE STATE OF TRADE AND OTHER MATTERS. Retailers have noticed a diminuatlon In the figures on the cash register the past week and with the growers stock is accumnlatinf< rapidly. It is not the quality Jthat keeps it from selling, for Stock is exceptionally fine and, contrary to reports from other localities, our ■Brides and Bridesmaids were never bet- ter. Beauties are not so good, as many seem affected with the blight and others are of very poor color, but Meteor, Perle and Morgan are quite up to the mark. Liberty, if not a complete failure with us the past season, was nearly so, and very seldom are they seen. A few good Hoste and occasionally Golden Gate make their appearance. Carnation growers report the same state of oversupply, for the first time since last season, consequently some very good ones are seen. The most remarkable are Prosperity, which are beautifully colored, and with good strong stems, a failing of this variety being weak stems. Loma is also doing well, as are most other varieties at present. The recent heavy frost damaged the early crop of tulips, but later varieties are commencing to come In and are In good shape. Previous experience with this same element kept the young carna- tion plants from a nip so badly felt in the northern part. From present indications there will be a palm slaughter in a lew weeks. Most firms have bought heavily; in fact, they have arrived by the car-lot and no doubt the department stores wUl derive the benefit. Wholesale plantsmen report good sales for the early season. H. G. D. HoLYOKE, Mass.— The horticultural society is considering the advisability of abandoning its Jnne rose show because of lack of public appreciation. New Durham, N. J.— Jerome W. Bolmer died in the hospital May 15, from blood poisoning, the result of a slight cut on his thumb two months ago. It is pre- sumed that the poison of an insecticide solution must have entered his system through the wound. He was 30 years old and leaves a wife and two children, one of them bom last month. SPECIAL TRADE LIST SgVA^v^^""^^" Size of pots. Per do/.. lOO Asparagus Sprengeri 2 .2h % 2.00 Ageral.m11, dark and light blue.... S .SO 4.00 Alojsi:! ■;ilriodora, from 2V4 -50 4.00 Bouvardias, single and double, white, pink and scarlet. 2 .40 2.&0 Bouvardia Humboldtli, jasmine flowering, sweet scented 2 .40 3.C0 Clematis, large flowering varieties, strong plants 4.00 Clematis PaniculalJi, strong plants 4 1.60 10.00 Clematis Paniculata, strong plants 3 .7& 5.00 Cobaja Scandens 3 .W 4 00 Geraniums, best bedding varieties 3 .50 4.00 Geraniums, Mrs. Parker 2/, .75 5.00 Lobelias.Empercr VVilllam.Pumila gplendens pure white 2'/4 -40 3 00 Lantana, Lomoine best dwarf var. 2i4 .40 3.00 Petunia, double white 2'/4 .40 ;i 00 Umbrella Plants 3 .15 5 00 Salvia Splendens 3 .50 4.00 Verbenas, flne assortment 2V4 3.00 Violets, the Caltlorniii, La France, Princ.ess of Wales, Schoenbriin. . .40 3.00 Aster i'lants. Queen of the Market. Seraple's Branchiog, separate colors l.OO Chrysanthemums, best stand, var. 2Vt 3.00 Chrysanthiimums, plants from soil 1.50 Chrysanthemums, rooted cuttings, from sand bed ICO BEND FOR LIST OP VABIBTIES. C. EISELE,1lth and Jeflerion St(., Philadelphia, Pa. Decoration Day Is here but lilacs and daffodils are gone; tberefore sendtofsnfhf^Hand FOR ROSES, CARNATIONS, ASTILBE, STOCKS, LILIES and Other Good Material, Of which he will have a plentiful supply. Also MOSS AND METAL WREATHS and all kinds of Patriotic Inscriptions and Emblems. Send for prices at once to George A. Sutherland/Ui?S5."ij;'rs"" ARECA LUTESCENS. p'Tdoz.— SW-inoh,75c; 3 %\\ 3!4, «2; 4, $3. KENTIA BELMOREANA, doz.— 2H-in., J1.60: 3, $2: %Vi, *3; 4, »3.60. KENTIA FORSTERIANA, per doz.— 2H-in., $1.50; 3-in.,$2; 3W-in., $3; 4-in., $4. LATANIA BORBONICA, per doz.— 2W-in., 60;; 3-in., $1; 6-in., J7.20; 7-in., $10; 8-in., strong, $18. PANDANUS VEITCHII, per doz.— 5-in., $12; 6-in., $18; 7, $30: 8, 142. NEPHROLEPIS BOSTONIENSIS. per 100— 2-in . $4; 3-in., $8. Per .10/..- 5-in , $3; 7-iii.,l9: 8-in., $13; 9-in., $18: 10-ln., |34. ASPARAGUS PLUMOSUS NANUS, 2-in., $1 per 100; 3 In., $8 per 100. ASPARAGUS SPRENGERI, per 100— 2-in., $3: 3-in., $8; 4-in., $12: 5-in . $15. ARAUCARIA EXCELSA, 4-tn.. $5 per doz. FERNS FOR DISHES, Etc., $3 per 100. FERN BALLS, well furnished with leaves, $3 to $5 per doz. TI1BGE0.WITTB0LDC0. 1657 Buckingham PI., Chicago. EARLY TOMATO PLANTS. stocky, transplanted plants, grown from best seed, 2 to 3 inches high, »2.00 per ICOO; 6 to 8, $5.00; 10 to 12, $7.50. Write for our price list of vegetable plants. Frank Shearer & Son, '^BrghfS^N. y. THE COMING FERN IS MY NEW NEPHROLEPIS "ANNA FOSTER" DELIVERY IN SEPTEMBER. Orders booked now at $25 per 100 for snmll plants. Larger plants, prices on tippliratiou. L. H. FOSTER, 45 King St., Dorchastar, Mats. WE CARRY The Largest and most Complete Stock of DAHLIAS in the World ItJUz UAHLIAo Gold'^Standard.'^'Black''Bird°. Pink Dandy, Leone, Proluiion. Alba Superba. Gaillardia. Judah and Olyrnpia. All .'iurUn;,' Aiiiericau vatietii-s. OfKh Pantliru Collection of 1901 contains 14 ZUIII UClllUiy superb new Amerioan Uabliat. Send for our up-tn-diite diihlla catalogue. Also special list of cut llower dahlias, beforr ordering elsewhere. W. p. Peacock, I'^^^L Atco, N. J. Carnations, Geraniums n r'l Prices quoted Cannas. etc. "p"" The Cottage Gardens, Queens, L. 1. $7.50 Per Thousand CARNATIONS from soil, clean healthy stock. 2O0O McGowan, 8000 Wm. Scott, 5000 Thos. Cartledge. 1000 Mme. Bruant, best red, in bloom and bud, 4-mch, |6 00 per 100 American Florist Advertisements Work Every Day. 1000 Canna Florence Vaughan, 4-in., $6.00. ICOO Austria, 4-inch, $6.00. JohnF. Hom&Bro., Allentown, Pa. FHease mention the A merican Florist when writing igo2. The American Florist. 669 RIGHT IN IT FOR Decoration Day! A superb supply of Longiflorum Lilies, Carnations, Roses, Paeonias, Astilbe, Stocks, Lily of the Valley and other flowers for which the call will be heavy owing to the advanced season for outdoor flowers. Don't delay until you And yourself stuck. ORDER NOW. SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT. CARNATIONS, V^... 5000 Edith Foster, at $J.50 per JOG, and a ftw Robin Hood, Marquis, Dorothy, Uncle Walter and Crane, at $4.00 per J 00. N. F. McCarthy & Co. WHOLESALE DEALERS flTT Cf AWCDC and SHIPPERS OP 111 riUntKj, 84 Hawley St., BOSTON. kk 97 Indispensable This is the only word which describes the Ameri- can Florist Company's Directory, just out. This book, 418 pages of facts tersely told, is issued annually and is an aid to business and money making which no wholesaler or traveling salesman can afford to be without. It contains the name of every Florist, Nurseryman and Seedsman, arranged both by states and towns and alphabetically; and new lists of Gardeners or Superintendents of private estates, Experiment Station Horticultur- ists, Landscape Architects and Horticultural Sup- ply Concerns. It will save many times its cost by enabling you to cover America with your catalogue and at the same time waste no printed matter or postage on dead names. ♦ EDITION OF J 902, POSTPAID, $2.00 oe AMERICAN flORIST CO., 324 Dearborn St., CHICAGO, ILL. 670 The American Florist. May 24, Pittsburg. HOT WEATHER CUTS A HOLE IN DEMAND AND RECEIPTS PILE UP. — SOME GOOD STOCK IN E\TDENCB. — BIG BUSINESS IN BEDDING PLANTS. — NO SHOW THIS SPRING. —NOTES. The excessively warm weather has very suddenly cut ofl demand at the moment supplies increased andthecraft is depend- ent upon orderi for several large wed- ding decorations and a number of lunch- eons and dinners which were booked in advance. In roses the Kaiserln leads; thev are magnificent. Brides and Brides- maids are still deteriorating and some of this stock is mildewed. Home grown . Liberties are very fine and Perle and Jacqueminot are also very good. Gene- vieve Lord, Hector, Mrs. Bradt, Pros- perity, Flora Hill and Mrs. Joost are the leaders in carnations. Lily of the valley is only fair. Mignonette and asparagus is good and quite plentiful. The Pittsburg and Allegheny Florists' and Gardeners' Club held a special meet- ing. May 20, to pass upon the advisa- bility of having a public flower show. After much discussion it was decided not to have one. The sale of bedding plants has been enormous. Shipping orders alone will sum up to an extraordinary figure. Pitts- burg is the base of supplies for bedding plants within a radius of seventy-five miles. The shortage of moonvines last year caused the various florists to prepare for an increased demand this spring, but it again looks as though a shortage is Inev- itable. The catastrophe at Sheridan, a suburb of Pittsburg, caused by an explosion of naptha, cost thirty-three lives and cre- ated unusual activity in funeral work. W. C. Beckert reports that his business has shown an unusual increase over last year. Blind Brothers are sending In some remarkably fine geraniums. E. L. M. Randolph, Vt. — F. Bumell, who has been in the employ of H. M, Totman,has bought an interest in the concern and the firm name will be Bnrnell & Totman hereafter. VioletPlants WELL ESTABLISHED Per 100 ICOO IMPERIAL 2X-inch |2.7S »2S.O0 MARIE LOUISE " 2.75 25 00 FARQUHAR „ " 2.75 25.00 SWANLEY WHITE " 2.75 25 00 CAMPBELL " 2.50 22.50 GRAND RAPIDS VIOLET CO. GRAND RAPIDS, MICHIGAN. "How to Make Money GROWING VIOLETS" by Georee Saltrord, /lO yi^irs' practii;al experience, PitlcE. 115 and 50 cents, postpaid — Money order preferred yiQLET CULTURE CO., 61 Quincy Straet, BROOKLYN, N. Y. ••Violet Plants^^ Really tor immediate shipment. Imperial $2.75 per 100 $l».m per 1000 Swanley White 2.75 piT 100 25U0 per 1000 M . Louisfr 2.75 per 100 25.00 per 1000 Liidy Ciimpbell 2.60 pnrlOO 22.50 |iir 1000 Crabb& Hunter, Grand Rapids, Mich. Please i/iention the A merican Florist when writing. «^k^k^i^^^^^% ^^t^»^»^^^^^^ Cannas, Roses, Palms, Etc. GANNAS. strong, 3- in. pot plants, un- less noted at $4 OO per 100. Italia, Pres. Cleveland. Sophia Bucbner, Burbank, Alsace, Florence Vaughan, Queen Charlotte, J. D. Cabos, Egundale, Duke of Marlborough, Robert Christie. Martha Washington, at $6.00 per 100. 01%^ FQ A general assortment of Ever- Ullvkwi blooming varieties, strong, 2-inch and 2V4-inch pots, $2.50 per 100; — .00 per 1000. S. A. Nutt, Mme. Bar- ney, Richelieu, La "Favorite, John Doyle, Mme. Charles Molin and Beaute Poitevlne, $30.00 per lOOO. Per 100 Marquis de Castellane $6.00 Set of 4 New Bruants for 60c. Set of 8 New Doubles for $1.50. In good assortment, our choice of vari- eties, $27.50 per 1000. GERANIUMS. Per 100 PRIMULA FORBESI $3.00 HELIOTROPES 2.00 SELAGINELLA Emmeliana 2.00 FUCHSIAS, in good assortment of varie- ties, 2M-in. pots 2.50 BEGONIAS— Vernon and Vulcan 2.50 LANTANAS in variety 250 Areca Lutescens, 2^-in. pots, $30.00 per ICOO 4.00 Areca Lutescens, 3-in. pots 8.00 Areca Lutescens, 4-in. pots., 3 plants in a pot. .20.00 Rentia Belmoreana, 2^-in. pots 7.00 Kentia Belmoreana, 3 • in. pots 15.00 Latania Borbonica, 2H-in. pots 3.00 Latania Borbonica, 3-in. pot, $40 per 1000 5.00 Pandanus Utilis, 2H-in. pots 5.00 Pandanus tTtilis, 4-in. pots 15.00 Pandanus Veitchii, 4-in. pots, $6.00 per doz. IStorrsA Harrison Co. I PAINESVILLE, OHIO. Geraniums, Petunias, Asters. PFDANIIIM^ ^^ *^® ^*''^ offering the followiDg Superb varieties, extra strong rooted cuttings, which will make salable 'Hy^-Xu, stock in short noiice, labeled and true to name, $1 50 per 100; $14.00 per 1000: S. A. Nutt (best crimson bedder), E. G. Hill. F. Perkins, Beaute Poitevine, Mme. Bruant. Dutchess of Orleans, Thos. Meehan, Alphonse Riccard, L. P. Morton, Athlete, J. J. Harrison, E. Kelway, Mme. Jaulin. Ten novelties, mostly light colors, labeled, fine plants in bud and bloom, from 2H-iQ. pots, $3.00 per 100; $18.00 per lOOl Same varieties from 2M-\n. pots, $1.75 per 100; $15.00 per lOOO. Rooted cuttings, $1 per 100; $8 per 1000. iOTrnO Giant Comet, colors white, pink, blue or crimson. Plants from 2%-'\n. pots, $1."J5 per 100; DOUBLE FRINGED PETUNIAS I $12.00 per lOOO. Cash with order. THE W. T. BUCKLEY PLANT CO.. SPRINGFIELD, ILL. Wittboldii Ferns.... A rare chance to get stock of this fine fern cheap. 2;^-in. |5, 3-in. |8, 5-io. $20 per 100. Bench plants, good for 2%-\n. f3, 3-in. %S, 4-in. |6, 6-in. |25 a 100. Per ICO ALTERNANTHERA, pot plants, red, yellow, pink $2 00 RUSSELIA Muttmora and Elegantis- sima, 2X-in 3 CO Per 100 BOSTON FERNS, 3-iD |8 00 VINCA Major, strong 3 00 GERANIUMS, 6 vars 3 00 COLEUS, 10 vats 2 00 Cash Please. A. J. BALDWIN, Newark, Ohio. B:1SDDIK0 Plants. Per 100 Per 1000 Roses, Brides and Maids, 3-in $3.00 $18.00 IMPERIAL VIOLETS. Fine, strong plants, from 2-in. rose pots, $2.50 per hundred; $22.50 per thousand. Central Michigan Nursery, KALAMAZOO, MICH. Heliotrope, 2-ln 2.(0 18.00 Lobelia, C. P. C. and White Gem, 2-in. 1.50 Salvia lionflre 2-in 2.00 18.00 Smilax, from Hats, 25o; by mail 30 Asters, best strains, strong transplanted .50 Aspara[;us PluniosiKs Nanus, 2-in 3.C0 Vincus.3-ill 1.50 Centaurea Gymncicarpaand C. Candi- dissima, 2-in 2.00 CASH OR C. O. D. MCALLISTER & CO., Batavia, III. ULnHN 1 Ulflu ^irir'ann Perkins, Mine. .Taulin, Ijii Favorite, Hill, etc., extra fine i)lant8 from cold frame, now in bud, $1.00 per 1(jO; $8.00 per 1000. DOUBLE DAISIES, larRcf plants. 76o per 100; IVOO per lOOO. ASPAR- AGUS SPRENGERI, seedlinKS from Huts ready for patting, $1.00 per 100. Hill Top Craanhou.ss, 16-16 Cray Ave., Ulloa, N. V. Mease mention the A merican Florist when ivritinf;. GERANIUMS trt^^^Xo plants from 4-incti pots, in bud and bloom. $6.0C per 100. Cnsli or satisfactory refiTcnoe. J. J. ARNOLD, Homar, N. Y. igo2. The American Florist. 671 Another Victory For We were also Awarded for this Fern NEPHROLEPIS PIERSONI Awarded the $50.00 Cash Prize by the Council of the Horticultural Society of New York at the Exhibition held at the New York Botanical Garden, May J 4 and J 5, as being The Best Horticultural Novelty THE GOLD MEDAL Of Ihe Massachusetts Horticultural Society at its March Meeting. Thesi' substantial awards testify to the sterling merit of Nephrolepis Piersoni. The plant is as uasy to grow and propa- gate as the well-known Boston Fern, of which it is a sport, and which it will assuredly supplant in popular favor. Admired wherever shown Will be introduced to the Trade next Spring. r.R.Pier$on Company, Not previously in General cultivation in America. Tarrytown, N. Y, Mums White Yellow Pink Fitzwygram Maj Bonnaffon Glory of PaciBo White Ivory Rieman Pink Ivory Mayflower Yellow Mayflower Viviand- Morel Mrs. Jerome JoQes— rooted cuttings, $1.50 per lOO. From 2V4-inoh pots. $2.50 per 100. Monrovia, earliest yellow 1 Sooted Cuttings, $2.50 White Bonnaffon [ per 100. Lavender Queen | From 2i4-inch pots, Col. Aopleton, yel'ow J |4 per 100. Timothy Eaton, white i Rooted Cuttings E. D. Smith, yellow >$3 per 100. From Mrs. W. B Chamherla'n. pink (2H-in. pots, Sl.SO AMERICAN BEAUTY ROSES from 2!4 and 3-inch pots, for $40 and $60 per lOuO. George Harrer, Morton Grove, III. IVORY AND BONNAfFON CHRYSANTHEMUMS. Plants from 2-inoh pots, $3.00 per 100; $18.00 per lOCO. Ready for immediate delivery. WM. MlRPnY, Wholesale Florist, station F, CINCINNATI. OHIO. CHRYSANTHEMUMS. E. G. Hill, Robinson, Maud Dean, Yanoma, 15 other varieties out of 2H-inch pots, $2.00 per 100. Col. Appleton, Modesto. Timothy Eaton, Gold- mine, Nagoya, out of S^-in. pots, |3.(.0 per 100. Will exchange for Cannas or Palms. A. D. Montgomery, iS?,Ssi! Hazelton, Pa. Ready July 1 ASPARAGUS PLUMOSUS, 4-iDch at $7.50 per 100; 3-inch at $5.00 par 100; $10.00 per 1000. SMILAX. 2-inoh at $1.50 per 100; $12.50 per lOOO. BONE MEAL, best for Florists' use at $3.50 per 200 lb. bag. ALBERT M. HERR, LANCASTER, PA. COLEUS. Good stock, from 2-inch pots, in 10 sorts, per 100, $2,00. (No Golden liedder or Verschaffeltii.) f% A YOlff A GS from pots. Burbank, Aus- X^JXIHjMJ^^ tria L. Vaughan, Mile. Berat, F. Bismarck, C. de Bouchard, AUemania, Henderson, Egandale, F. Vaughan, per 100, $6.00. 3-inch pots. Per 100 Sweet Alyssum $2.00 Sweet Alyssum, variegated 3.00 Swainsona Alba 3.00 Major Bonnaffon 'Mum 2.00 Dusty Miller (Centauiea Gym.) 2,00 Smilax :?.00 Moon Vines^ white 3.00 Lobelia, trailing 2.00 Asparagus Spren eri 2.00 Carex Jap. Var 3.00 Umbrella Plants 2.00 Lophospermum, climber 2.50 Viuca Vines, 2 varieties 2.50 Alba Picta Begonias 2.50 Alba Picta Begonias. 3-inch 5.00 Grevillea Robusta, 3-inch 5.00 Clematis Paniculata, good, strong stock, ready for 3 and 4-inch pots or planting out, 3.00 ^^Cash or satisfactory reference with oryer. GEO. L. WILIER, Newark, 0. Boston Ferns. Fine plants, $25 per 100. DRAC^NA INDIVISA, 6 inch, $6 00; 7-inch, $7.00 per doz.; 2 ft. up, extra fine. KENTiAS.6in..$75and $100 per 100. 2O,000 aERANIUMS,3y2 and 4-in.,in bud and bloom, $7 per 100, upwards. Nutt, Jaulin, Poitevine, Mt. Snow, La Favorite, etc., etc., and new ones— Jean Viaud, Jacquerie, Thos.Meehan, etc., etc., straight kinds. VINCA VAR., long strings, 5 and 6 inch, $2.00 to $3 00 per dozen. Alternanthera, 3 kinds, $15 per 1000. L. H.Foster, 45 King St., Dorchester, Mass. TAKE NOTICE. An immense stock and full line of the choicest bedding plants now ready, and quote you the fol- lowing low prices for cash, out of pots: Ageratum. blue, $7.00 per 100. Begonia Vernon, red, and Erfordi, pink, just beautiful, $8.00 per 100. Begonias, best mixed, Santo Sonia, Prea. Carnot and others, $1.00 per dozen. Calendula, pure yellow, $6.00 per lOO. Fuchsia, mixed varieties, 4-in. pots, $B.GO per 103; 5-in., $1.60 per doz. Geraniums, have 10,000 of them, such as Mme. Thibaut, double pink; La Favorite, double while, and other varieties in 4-in. pots, $7.00 per 100. Heliotrope. 4-in , $7.00 per 100. Honeysuckle, sweet scented, 5 to 6-in pots, 20c to 25c each. Naiturtiums, Empress of India aiid other choice colors, $6.00 to $?,0l) per 100. Ivy Geraniums, mixed colors, 4-in. pots, $7 per 100. Daisies, white and yellow, from 7-inch pots, full of flowers, 314 ft. high, $2.00 per doz. Dracaena Indivisa, 7-inch pots, about 3 ft. high. Imported, 76c to $1.00 each. I have the following small plants to offer, out of 2J4 and 3-inch pots: Alyssum, Little Gem. Ivy, Kenilworth. Alternanthera, red & yel. Lobelia, ttaillng. Cuphea. Phlox Drummondi. Coleus, mixed colors. Petunia, single, dwarf variegated and California, giant. Tradescantia. Torenia Fournieri. Verbenas. havS 10.000 of them, mixed colors. Astets, 3 and 2!4-in. pots, $2 05 per 100; choice colors, mixed or seoarate. Thunbergia, -'(4-inch, at $3.C0 per 100. 25 plauts sold at 100 rate. GODFREY ASCHMANN. (Rising Sun.) 1012 Ontario St., PHILADELPHIA, PA. Orchids! ^ Arrived in fine condition: Cattleya labiata.C. Skinneri, C. Dowianu, Oncidium varicosura Rogersii and Peristt-ria elaia; also a fine lot of Anlhuriura Scberzeriauum. Write -for our illustrated, descriptive catalague of orchida. LAGER & HURRELL, s""""' ^- ■'• Orchid Growers and Importers. Please mention (he A merican Florist zvhen writing. 672 The American Florist. May 24, Detroit. TRADE GOOD ALL ALONG THB LINE.— FDNE- BAL WORK USES UP LARGE QUANTITIES OF STOCK. — BEAUTIES IN GOOD DEMAND. —CLUB ATTENDS A LECTUHB. — NOTES. The present time is one of Rreat activity in floriBts' circles. Trade in all branches is good and in the plant line, including bedding sorts, it is daily improving as the warmer days suggest it. Last week the funerals of many persons of note required the use of all flowers obtainable here and many were shipped !n from other points. The local supply, because of the whimsical weather, unseasonable cold alternating with excessively warm spells, had a baneful effect upon stock, both in quantity and quality. The call for American Beauties was considerable and all good stock is well used up. The only appearance of anything moving slowly is in carnations of the cheaper grades; an abundance of lilacs isno w to be seen and they, too, sell fairly well, as also outdoor valley. There was no meeting of the Florists' Club this week, but under the auspices of the club. Rev. Lee McCollister gave an illustrated lecture Tuesday evening in Cowie Hall, on "The Alps and Italian Lakes." About twenty-five members with their families and friends attended and were well pleased with the lecture, which was enlivened by the music of the Amphion orchestra. C. W. Asman, brother of Geo. Asman, of Asman & Dunn, has opened a retail store at Port Huron, Mich. John Carey is building a house 16x120 to be used for chrysanthemums. Visitors: W.H.Watson, Lapeer, Mich.; A. Ringier, Chicago. J. F. S. Shorb, Cal.— Business has been very good with all the florists and all are happy, but none are happier than Alfred Roeder, at whose home a strong baby boy arrived a few months ago. Toledo, 0.— Geo. A. Heinl has been having a sale of bedding plants. He advertised in the local papers, stating what the goods were, that the terms were "5 cents a plant, cash, and not delivered," and the buyers fairly over- ran the place on the days of the sale. Grafted Roses I IRFRTY ? 1"?"-'"'^'' ""-?• $18.00 per 100. BRIDESMAID, 1 BRIDE, I SVa-inch pots, GOLDEN BATE, ( $15.00 per 100. KAISERIN, J Our roses are grown with the greatest care and are fine bushy plants ready for immediate planting. We do not think bet- ter roses can be grown. VERBENAS— Choice varieties in bud and bloom, 3-in. pots $3.00 per 100; 2>^-in. pots $2.50 per 100; $20.CO per ICOO. GERANIUMS— Finest bedding varieties in bud and bloom, 3;^-in. pots $6.00 per 100. J. L. DILLON, Pteast mention the American Florist when wriling. Grand CLEARANCE SALE Here's your chance to stock up with first-class stock at a bargain. These will sell quick. Order to-day» First comct first served. Achyrantbus Ageratum, Princess Pauline, best blue Asparagus Plumosus. extra fine plants Abutllon Souv. de Bonne Abutllons, 6 best sorts Aloysia or Lemon Verbena Apple Geranium Uegonias. flowering, 10 best sorts Browallia Gigantea. new, grand plant Centaurt'a. Dusty Miller Cyperus. Umbrella Plant Canna, Austria, started plants Crotons, choice sorts Calla .^thionica. fine bulbs Dracffina Indivisa, 2Vi-in. pots, fine.. Daisies, Marguerites, best white var. . Fuchsias, best sorts Ferns, Boston, fine plants from 2i4-in. Ferns, Nephrolepis Wittboldii Grevillea Kobusta, fine for baskets and vasei Heliotropes, best varieties 100 1000 $150 liOl) 2.25 tiOOO a.a.s 20.00 2.00 l.'i.OO 1..W 12 00 8.00 l.BO 12.00 2.B() 20.00 1.50 12. GO l.SO 12.C0 1.2,5 10.00 S.OO 3.00 25.00 l.PO 10.00 1.50 12.00 2.(10 2.00 10 00 3.00 1.00 8.0O 1.50 Hibiscus, 10 best varieties, fine plants HoneysuckN^'S. 4 best varietif s Impatiens Sultani Lantanas, 10 best varieties LantaDas, Weeping Linum TrigvDum Lemon Ponderosu, 214-in. pots Lemon Ponderoaa, 4-in. pots Moon Flower, blue Ilower Primula Forbesi, Baby Primrose Primula Obconica r'brynium Variegatum Palms from 2H-in. pots, such a« La- tanias, Pho/ni.K, Filifera and Liv- istona, etc Saxifraga, fine for baskets and vases, Smilax from 2- in. pots Swainsona, pink and white, strong plants Stephanotis Floribunda, strong plants Vinca Major Variegata, 2-in. pots.... Wistaria Sinensi*, 2i4-in. pots 100 1000 t2.00 $15.00 2.50 20.00 2.50 2. 50 2.00 2 00 3 00 2.^.00 5.00 40 CO 3.00 1.50 26U 2.50 2.50 20 00 2.00 1.00 8.00 2.00 i5.ro 2.00 J 5.00 2.00 18 00 2.C0 1500 Roses! Roses! Roses! Bargains in Roses! Roses from 2-iu. pots, your selection of varieties for 40c per dozen. $2.25 per 100 and $?0 per 1000. You can select 25 of one variety at 100 rales or 250 of one variety at 1000 rates. Our selection f>t varieties at $2.00 per 1(0 and $17.50 per lOCO: White Bougcre Souv deCatherineGuillot Mme. Scipion Cochet Elise Heyman Chas. Rovolii Mme. HisBon Climbing Devoniensis Aurora Mme Schwaller AVhite Microphylla ROSES from 2-in. pots, at 92.^5 per 100 and """.coper 1000: Virginia Marie Louise Enchantress Comtease Eva Starhemberg Viscomtesse de Wautler Fortune's Yellow Ada Carmody Gen. Lee Duchess of Albany Mme. Wagram White Marechal Niel Alister Stella Gray Maid of Honor Beaute Inconstante NiphetoB Winnie Davis Mme. de Watteville Gainsborough Luciole Winter Gem Mn-e. Pern-t-Ducher White Soupert Burbank HYBRID ROSES, at $2.50 per 100; 922.50 per lOCO: Giant of Ijittles Anna d*- Dieshach Pres. Lincoln Striped Paul Nryron Robt. Dincan Lady Emily Peel Mme. Chas. Wood Uinsniore Gen. Jac'iueminot Paul N'eyron Magna CQarta MOSS ROSE, Henry Martin. POLYANTHA ROSES, at 92.03 per 1(0 and 917 5J per HOO. Geo. I'ernet Petite Leonie Etoile D'Or Perle D'Or MigDonelte Etoile de Mai Mme E. A. Nolte Princess Marie Adelaide Mile. Cecile Brunner Eliza Chairand MANDA*S EVERGREEN ROSES, at »2.U0 per lUu ana 915 00 per i. U,. Evergreen Gem Gardenia Jersey Beauty 5,000 CLIMBING SOUPERT. at $2 OU per 100 and «17.ni per \iOX Order To-day, or they may be gone. Address THEGOOD&REESEG0.,SPRINGFIELD,O. Largest Rose Growers in the World. Everything in Season. DRACAENA INDIVISA, 6-inch pots. 25c each. Ageralum, Heliotrope. Coleus. Stevia, Cuohea, Jerusalem Cherry, Japanese Pepper, Golden Feverfew, from 2^- inch pots. 2c. Allernanthera, red and yellow; Hydrangea, pink and blue; Vinca Var., Fuchsia, Egg Plants, Swain- sona, Salvia, Centaurea Imperialis. Asters, temple's liranching, from a'/j-incn tola, $?.fu pnr 100. Asparagus Sprenqeri, 2-in. pots, 2c. Strong clean plants, ready to sliift. Satisfaction. Casta. COLLINGDALE. LA ROCHE, DEL. CO.. PA. Geraniums. Per 100 to Varieties, my selection, 2^-in. pots, |2.50 10 " " 3;^-in.potS, 4.00 Coleus, mixed 2 CO Cannas, 8 vars., 4-in. pots tO.OO Seedling Petunias, 2yi'm. pots 3.00 Asparagus Sprengeri, June 15 2.00 " Plumosus, ready June 15.... 3.00 Smilax, ready June 15 1.50 (ASH OR C. O. D. JOS. H.CUNNINGHAM, Delaware, 0. Please mention the A merican Flo* tst when wttting. 2cts. ROSES. 2cts. To close out for cash. 2!4-lDcb pots, in the Archduke Charles Agripplna Bride Bridesmaid Bon Silene C. Soupert Catherine Mermet Climbing; Wootton Climhing Meteor Dr. Grill UevoDiensIs Duchess Of Brabant P^olkestone F. Kruger Golden Gato Geo. Bancroft KaiseriD I-iU Princess Vera Mme. Lambnrd Mme. Camlile Marie QuUlot Mrae. Jos. Schwartz Maraan Cochet Mrs. De^raw Meteor ruU'K, $3.00 per lOO. Not less than five of a kind. All stock t^uarantced true to name. Pack- ing free and always done in light and thorough manner. R. H. MURPHEY & SON, Urbana, 0. J*!easi' rnrntwnthfAfnfncatl Flm i>( wfti'u .itifitif'. Strong plants from following varieties: Media Marie Van Houtte Mme. Margottln Malmaison Marechal Niel Maid of Honor Mme. Abel (^hatenay Mrs. Robert Garrett Mme. Ceclle Berthed Papa Gontier Pink Soupert President Carnot Prinress Venosa Queen's Scarlet Heine Marie lleDriette Snowflake SouveDir de Wootton Striped La France Sylph ISr Ifaterre The Queen Trl de Pernet Pere Victor Huiro While La Franee American riorists ♦ ^ Ads Always do business. Week days and everyday Sundays and holidays. All over the country. At home and abroad. igo2. The American Florist, 673 COME TO THE BIG SALE OF Choice ' Bedding * Plants! TUESDAY, MAY 27, 9:30 A. M. N. F. McCarthy & co. 84 Hawley Street, .....BOSTON, MASS. 0^5rCMvi%L]^J:E>IV PERSICUM SPLENDENS GIGANTEUM. Finest strain in the world, in four true colors, well-grown plants, from 21 o inch pots, f4.00 per 100; >35.CO per 1000. Extra selected, $S.CO per 100; J40 00 per 1000. t®"SATiSFACTioN Guaranteed., E"iVXJi:v IMA.r>]^R;, Kast Stroud sbtxrg, I»a. NOW COMPLETE IN FOUR VOLUMES. Cyclopedia of American llorticuiture Comprisine suggestions for cultivation of horticultural plants, descriptions of the species of fruits, vegetables, flowers, and ornamental plants sold in the United States and Canada, together *ith geographical and biographical sketches By L. H. BAILEY, Professor of Horticulture in Cornell University, Aisisted by WILHELM MILLER, Ph. D., Associate Editor, and many expert Cultivators and Botanists. IN FOUR VOLUMES, Cloth, $20. Half Morocco, $32. Illustrated with 2800 original engravings. Cash with order. AMERICAN ELORIST COMPANY, 324 Dearborn St., Chicago. TO MAKE ROOM I OFFER ISOKentia Belmoieana, 2}<-in $5.00 per 100 400 " '■ 3-iii 10,00 per 100 200 " " 4-m., 2d size 15 00 per 100 100 Latania Borbonica, 3- in 5.00 per ICO 100 Pandanus Ulilis, 2^-in 4.00 per 100 75 ■' " 3-in S.OOperlOO 400 Selaginella Emmeliana, 2Ji-in 3.00 per 100 All healthy stock. Cash with order. JOSEPH E. BONSALL, SALEM, OHIO. Please mention the American FloriU when writing. Plant and Rooted Cutting List NOW READY FOR SHIPMENT. ROOTED CUTTINGS. Per 100 Coleus, Red Verschaffeltii $ .75 Geraniums, Mme. Pollock 1-50 " Happy Thought 1.50 English Ivy 1-00 Heliotrope 60 Chrysanthemums 1.35 POT PLANTS. Per 100 Pteris Tremula, 2!4-inch $1.60 Pteris Ttemula, 2!4 inch 2.25 Pteris Tremula. 3-iach 4.00 Roses, Ulrich Brunner, 2H-inch 3,00 Hydran^'ea Otaksa, for growing on, 4- inch.. 5.00 Hydrangea Otaksa, " " 5-inch.. 7.00 Hydrangea Otaksa, " " 6-inch.. lO.OO Hydrangea Otaksa, " " 7-inch. .15.00 mDVCAMTHFUIIIMC W. H. Lincoln, Jerome Jones, Golden Wedding, Philadelphia, Ivory, vllKTo/lIl I IILITIUIfld Thornden, Pros. Smith. Minnie Wanamaker, Louis Boebmer, Maud Dean, Viviand-Morel, Major Bonnaflon, G. W. Childs, Mme. Bergmann, Glory of Pacidc, J. G. Whilldin. Rooted cuttings, grand stuff, $1.25 per 100; $10.00 per 1000. ^^AU the above sold on the positive guarantee of their being first-class, if not, your money at once refunded. Having to rebuild our greenhouses this season the following stock is in our way at the start. If you want any speak quick: Asparagus Plumosus, 3-year, from bed, fine clumps, $18.00 per 100. Ken- tias, 2H-inch. very fine, $5.00 per 100. Roses— Ulrich Brunner and Paul Neyron, 3-year-old, from boxes, own roots, $8.00 per 100. Kentia Seedlings, from flats, 1-year, $3.50 per 100. Geranium Mrs. Pollock and Happy Thought, 1 and 2-year stock, plants from bench, $8.00 per 100. Callas, 4-year-old, $5.00 100. Steel Wire Stakes, galvanized, No. 8 wire, 3 feet, used one season, $5.50 per 1000. JOHN IRVINE k SONS, Bay City, Midi. A FEW GOOD THINGS YOU WANT. KENTIA BELMOREANA and FORSTERIANA, spec- ial price to reduce stock, 3^-in., 8c: 3-in., 15c; 4-in. 2oo; B-in., 50o;6-in.,$1.00. 3, 4, 5-in. ARECA LUTESCENS, 2 and 3 plants to a pot, same price. These are excellent lot of clean, cool grown plants. BOSTON FERNS. 4o, 8c, 15c, 30c and 50c each. DRACAENA INDIVISA, 3,4, 5-in., 6o, lOo, 25c each. GERANIUMS, 2-in., Bonnat, double and single Grant, La Favorite, S. A. Nutt, Atkinson, Salleroi, Poitevine, M. Barny, Kleber, John Doyle, Jaulin, Riccard, Mrs. E. G. Hill, Perkins. Per 100— 3-in., $3.00; 3-in., $5.00. ASPARAGUS SPRENGERI, 2-inch, $3.00 per 100; Plumosus, 3-inch, $8.00 per 100. ENGLISH IVY, 2-in., $3 00; 3-in., $6.00 per 100. Verbena, Petunia, Smilax, Achyranthes, Lobelia, Coleus, Alternanthera, Tomato Plants, Campbell Violets, Aster, Ageratum, Heliotrope, Vinca Var., Giant Alyssum, Scarlet Sage Clara Bedman, 2- in., $2.00 per 100; 3-in., $4.00 to $5.00 per 100. Send for wholesale lists. Cash or C. O. D. GEO. M. EmUANS, NEWTON, N. J. Please tnenliou the American Florist when writing. ^ROBT. CRAIG & SON, | Roses, Palms and Novelties in Decorative Plants, Market and 49th Sts., Philadelphia, Pa. Please mention the Americaji Florist when ii.n iting. 125,000 ASTER PLANTS Best florist's cut flower varieties;*all transpianted. Strong plants, bushy roots; sure to please you. ASTERS, Hohenzollern, pure white, delicate rose and red (Roemer's) , last year novelty, grandest aster to date. Mammoth size, 7 inches across, double to center, resembling a large Japanese chrysanthemum, unsurpassed for cutting or bed- ding, plants branching, with strong stems 18 to 30 inches long, 70o per 100; $6.00 per 1000. ^ueen of the Market, white, red, pink and miTed. Florists* Upright Branching, outer petals re- curved, center petals incurved, superb cut flower, pure white, daybreak pink, fiery scarlet and lavender. Late Branching or Semple's, white, rose pink, lavender, red and mixed. All the above are the best money makers for florists, strong, healthy plants, assorted to suit, BCta per 100; $4.00 per 1000. Express prepaid for cash with order. DES MOINES PLANT CO., 38th St., Des Moines, Iowa. BEGONIA 6LGIREDE LORRAINE, Begonia Light Pink Lorraine, For June and Later Delivery, $15.00 per ICO; $140.00 per 1000. Edwin Lonsdale, TrBTn^Hinriia. Please mention the A merican Florist when writing. 674 The American Florist. May 24, Cleveland. CUT FLOWBR MARKET DEMORALIZED BY WARM WEATHER.— STOCK PLENTIFUL AND DEMAND LIGHT. — FINE SHOW OF SPRING FLOWERS IN THE PARKS —GRA- HAMS HAVE BIG STOCK.— TROUBLE WITH AUHATUM LILIES. The warm weather for the past week has had a demoralizing eflfect on the cut flower market, the supply exceeding the demand about tenfold. Prime stock could be bought on the street for a mere trifle, 25 cents per dozen being the high- est price asked for a good grade of roses, and good carnations bring only 10 cents a dozen. Lilacs by the wagonload are to be had. Shrubbery blooms do not take well except for decorations. The parks are beginning to put on their gala spring attire. Some beautiful varieties of pyrus and prunus are to be seen. The splendid condition of the parks reflect great credit upon Superintendent Kegg and his able assistant, M. Hovarth. Mr. Kegg, in his annual report to the Director of Public Works, earnestly urged the necessity of erecting a range of green- houses in one of the parks for the enjoy- ment of the people and to grow the necessary bedding plants for use in the parks. Owing to a succeision of rain storms the large beds of tulips in the pub- lic square did not look as well as in former years. A. Graham & Son have at fine a lot ef Crimson Ramblers in pots outdoors in a frame as one would wish to see. They will just be right for Memorial day. Their stock of bedding plants is In fine condition, especially geraniums.^ There is a red variety grown here, I think it is called De Brasse, which is a decided improvement on Heteranthe. The color is brighter and the truss almost double the size of the last named variety. Mr. Graham claims it is an excellent bedder. Nutt is grown by the thousands and is considered the best of its color. Lilium speciosum, album and rubrum are look- ing fine, but the auratums are the same here as elsewhere, a lot of mongrel seed- lings not worth bench room. This auratnm business is worse than the longl.- florum fizzle. Something ought to be done to secure good bulbs true to name. Bate Brothers' new house is to be 20x300 feet, for roses, and will make a fine addition to their establishment. Echo. Fresh Tobacco Stems. Bales of 300 pounds, $1.50. Cash With Obdib W. C. BECKERT, Allegheny, Pa. Horticultural Builders & Heating Engineers PHILLIPS MFC. CO., Tel. 1861 Bergen. Jersey Oily, N. J. In 1900 we built .5,726 square fei't. lu 1901 " 21,276 squiire feet. In 1903 " to date 14,91)2 sqiiiire feet. Have orders for] 18,600. This sh..uli,->ifioti (hi- American Florist :tftrn unting. WE NOW OFFER Chemicals'' for making LIQUID COMPOST. Dry powdi-rsall aolublf in water. Loinposts cost less than V,c p^\ Cycas Leaves, Metal Designs, ^ All Florists' Sipplles. Send loi Pilcat. ^ AMERICAN FLORIST ADS I ALWAYS DO BISINESS Week days and every day, Sundays and holidays, ALL OVER THE COINTRY^ AT HOME AND ABROAD. MEMORIAL DAY ►♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦»♦♦♦»» ♦♦♦♦♦♦»♦»♦♦♦♦»»♦ < Place your orders now for METALLIC DESIGNS, all our own make, IMMOR- TELLES, NEW CAPE FLOWERS, in all colors BIRCH BARK CROSSES in all sizes from 16 to 48 inches long; FINEST IMPORTED CYCAS LEAVES at Boltom Prices; also full line of Up-to-date Supplies at lowest market rates, for first-cUss stock. We handle no other. Catalogue tor tbe asking. Importers and Manufacturers Leading Florists' Supply House. M.RIGE&GO., 918 Filbert Sf., Philadelphia, Pa. \y%/%y^^%/%y^^%y%^%/%^^/^^%/%y%,%^'M^'^/%^%y%'%^%y%^%/%/%/%y%/%^/%/% OUR NEW FOLDING Cut Flower Box \ IS A PERFECT GEM. SEND FOR SAMPLE. t HOLTON&HUNKELCO. 1 MILWAUKEE. WIS. \ ESTABLISHED 1866 EMIL^STEFFEMS> SUCC." nSTEFFENS "OSTEFFEKSBPOS ii BLACK DEATH 9? (POWDER) TO EAT THEREOF IS TO DIE. BUG KILLER and FERTILIZER. Three years of unprecedented success wherever intro- duced all over the United States has proved "BLACK DEATH" to be a cbeap and absolute annlhilator ot all Insects, bugs or beetles that prey on vegetation, foliage and flowers. See what Peter Eeinberg said in this paper, Feb. 8. Other strong indorsements sent on receipt of postal card. Western Sales Agency, 336 Franklin St. . Chicago. HANI>I,ED BY SEEDSMEN. S. D. STKYKEB, Agent. Plpasp ^npntionthf American Ffnt-ist 7tihfin 7/ifiilntr CUTFLOWERBOXES WATERPROOF. Corner Lock Style. The b st, strongest and neatest folding cut flower box ever made. Cheap, durable, handy. To try them once is to use them always. DON'T USE OLD STORE BOXES. If you have any doubt, send for samples, which speak for themselves. 3x4/2X16. .$1.75 per 100; $15.00 per 1000 2.00 " 18.00 2.40 ■' 22.00 2.75 " 25.00 3.00 " 28.00 " 3.75 " 35.00 Size No. !. •• No. 2. " No. 3. " No. 4. " No. 5. " No. 6. 3x6x18... 4x8x18... 3x6x20... 4x8x32... 4x8x28... THE LIVINGSTON SEED CO. Box 103. COLUMBUS. O. Sigmund Geller Importer and Manufacturer of FLORISTS' SUPPLIES Complete Stock — New Goods — New Illustrated Catalogue Now Ready. Send for it. 103 W. 28lh St., near 6«h Ave., NEW YORK. COOP THIMGS. Hammonds GREENHOUSE WHITE PAINT and Twemlow's OLD ENGLISH GLAZING PUTTY. In use by some o^ the Largest Florists in the United States. Write lor price.-. HAMMOND'S PMM AKD SLUG SHOT WORKS, nSHKILL-ON-HUDSON, N. Y. t^'OUS DIECTORT FOR 1902 WILL BE MAILED TO YOU"^ t^°FB.OMFTLY UFON AFFLICATION. FRICE TWO BOLLARS."^ 676 The American Florist. May 24, Buffalo. STOCK STILL VERY ABDNDANT. — RETAIL PRICES FAIRLY WELL MAINTAINBD. — A SUIT FOR DAMAGES. — NEW PARK SUPER- INTENDENT.— PERSONAL AND TRADE NOTES. Continued fair weather hai not dimin- ished the cut of roses and carnations and has Increased the supply of outdoor stock. Tulips are fine. Parrot tnlips were in May 20 for the first time. A little valley has appeared butin no quan- tity as yet. Pansies, sweet peas and swainsona are in good supply and hav- ing ready sale. Roses of all qualities and in abundance are to be found in all stores. The better grades of carnations still bring 75 cents and $1 per dozen; other kinds at all prices. Beauties still sell well and at from $6 to $9 for good stock. All the florists have been watching with interest a suit for damages against S. A. Anderson. The mother of one of his former employes fell through a trap door in the rear of his store and $10,000 damages were asked. The case has just been tried in the Supreme Court, before a jury, where a verdict was given for $50, merely enough to cover court costs. From the evidence a "no cause for action" verdict was expected. The park commissioners at their last meeting removed Superintendent John C. Graves and appointed the auditor of the board, J. L. Brothers, superintendent. While Mr. Brothers is a very fine gentle- man and has been in the park depart- ment for eleven years, we are no better ofi' than before as to having a practical man at the head of afi'airs. Jerry Brookins, of Orchard Park, has fine pansies and sweet peas. "Frank," who has the stand in the Mooney build- ing, has a big stock of carnations daily, but the sun withers them very fast, there being no shade in that doorway. Next week we will be busy with Memorial day stock, for it seems as if new life were being instilled in the buyers and a greater interest displayed in get- ting flowers for that day than has been shown for several years past. W. F. Bullock & Company, who suc- ceeded Adams, have made several altera- tions in the store. S. A. Anderson has gone to New York and Cromwell, Conn. Professor Cowell is busy at South Park. Bison. WRITE AF IfflUR 1521-23 N. LIAVITT ST.. I li KUnni OHIOAGO. ILL., FOE PBIOBB or Standard Pots whlob for'itrength &nd poroiity oombLoed are the beit on the market. THOSE RED POTS "STANDARDS" FULL STZK ANIJ WIDIO BOTTOMS. BDLB I'ANS AND AZALEA POTS. DETROIT FLOWER POT M'F'Y. HARRV BALSUEY. Rep. DETROIT, MICH.. 490 Howard 8t. «T BARGtin PRICES. GALVANIZED WIRE- fifty carloads of new galvanized wire. In short lenp. ha — Never waa uat-d. ComcH from 6 to 1 gauge. Put up 100 11>h. to a coil and only oneelze wire to each bundle. L PrlcPH range from ei.-lU to 01.00 per fclOO p«undH. . „ -...,. I «>iir Frco f fttnlojroo No. Tor tno ia-klng. Wo hiui'ilcall klndw of nup ' plluafrom SherlffV nnd Bi-cc(»or'HHolc. Clilcajjo Tlouso Wrecklnp To- Weal 3ilh ud lion 8U., CLlcigo. ** /W/ARDED THEONLYFIRST CLASSCEBTinCATEOFMERIT BYTHESOCIETVOF AMEHICAj FLORIST SAlBOSTONMASsI AUG arsTrego fob STANOAfin FLOWER POTS. j¥hilldin Jersey Gty PotteryGoi JONG Island (rry Philadelphia L'taveiing Representative, U. CUTLER RYERSON. 108 Third Ave. Newark. N. J Standard Om^SL Flower... ■ W I O If your greenhouses are within 600 milet of the Capitol, write us, we can save you money W. H. ERNEST. 28th (nd M StreaU, WASHINGTON, D. C. , GEO. KELLER & SON, MANUFACTURERS OP FLOWER POTS. sfore buying write for prices. 361-363 Herndon Street, _.ar Wnghtwood Ave., CHICAGO^ ILL. Please mention tke American Florist when writing. FLOWER POTS STANDARD POTS A SPECIALTY List and SAMPLES FREE. SWAHN'S POTTERY MF'G CO., P.O. Box 78. MINNEAPOLIS, MINN. Please wention the American Florist when luritiny Invalid Appliance Co., GOLUMBlil PLANT TUBS '■Ttt* kiBd ih.i Mxr Itll »9»t\." II joor •rcdimao do«in't hondlf Ihtm, orrfrt o( m ijlrwl. I™ Regan Printing House NURSERY SEED ELORISTS' CATALOGUES 87-91 Plymooth Place, jtjijt CHICAGO j»j»> Piease mention the American Florist when writing. ^^Standard The lightest running, most rapid and powerful ventilat- ing machinery in the market. Duplex Gutters, Made of wrought or cast iron with self adjusting sash bar clips. The only Drip Prool Metal Gutter offered to the Public. Send for my cata- logue free. E. Hippard, Youngstown, 0. STANDARD FLOWER POTS I Packed in small crates, easy to handle. Pots Price per crate 120 7-in., In crate, M.20 Pots Price per crate 1500 2-in., in crate, $4.88 15U0 2M " 5-25 60 8 " 3.00 1500 2!4 " 6.00 48 9 " a«0 1000 3 " 6.00 48 10 " 4.80 800 ihi " B.80 24 11 " 3.80 500 4 " 4.50 24 12 " 4.80 320 5 " 4 51 12 14 " 4.80 144 6 " 3.16 6 16 " 4.50 Seed pans, same price as pots. Send for price list of (Cylinders for Cut Flowers. Hanging Bas- kets, Lawn Vases, eto. 10 per cent off for cash with order. HILFINQER BROS' POTTERY, OR ... FORT BOWARD, N. Y. AuGTTST RoLKBB & SoNs, New York AKenta, 31 Barclay St., New York Citt. KELLER BROS. _^__2l3-15-17-19-21-23 Pearl St., NORRISTOWN, PA. Manufacturers of Standard Flower Pots, red In color, equal to the best on the market; are 16 miles from Philadelphia, best of railroad connec- tions. We give special attention to mall orden and make speoial sizes to order in quantities. A postal will bring prices and discounts. RED POTS SAMPLE POT AND PRICE LIST ON APPLICATION. C. C. POLLWORTH CO., Kl^"'*"'^" Gardeners' Chronicle. A Weekly Illustrated Journal. Ehtablisbed 1841. The GARDENERS' CHRONICLE has been FOR OVER Sixty Yeaus thk Leadino JoiruNALof Its class. It bas achieved this position bi'cauBu, while specially devoting Itself to supplying the daily requirements of gardeners of all oliisaea. the Infor- mation furnished is of such genrrul and jieruia- nent value that the GARDENERS' CIIRONICLK Is looked up to as Iho btandahd autboiutt on the subjects of which it treats. Subscription to the United States, 14,20 per year. Remittances to be made payable to H. G. COVE. Office: — 41 Wellington St.. Covent Garden. London, England. igo2. The American Florist. 677 WHEN fN NEED OF * BOXES Try our improved folding box, with superior -white finish and improved corner lock. Ji^SaiDpIes free on application. No chirge J for printing in 500 lots or over. • \ C. C. Pollworth Co., Milwaukee, Wis. | t»»»»»»»»»» •♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦»♦♦♦»♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦»»♦»•♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦»♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦*♦♦♦♦♦♦ ♦•^^ Exclusively A GREENHOUSE HEATER ! SPECIALLY ADAPTED FOR THE WORK EASY TO ERECT; SIMPLE IN OPER- ATION; ECONOMICAL AS TO CONSUMPTION OF FUEL. Send for Catalogue and latest prices. MYERS & CO., 116 South 17th Street, - PHILADELPHIA, PA. (Established 1849.) GREENHOUSE MATERIAL. Gal. Red Cedar and La. Cypress. BEST GRADES. PERFECT WORKMANSHIP. Writs for Catalogue and Estimates. &g>^ 615-621 Sheffield Ave. t^O« Chicago, III. GEO. M. GARLAND, IRON GUTTERS AND POSTS. Testimonials from leading growers. Se'-d for Catalogue. CEO. M. CARLAND, Des Plaines, ill, JOHN C. IMONINCER CO.. CHICAGO, SELLING AGENTS D. 0. Gunninotiam Glass CO., PITTSBURG, PA. EVANS' IMPROVED V£MmAnM6\ APPAHAFUS i Tank Window Glass. flot-ftous6 Glass ft Sp6Ciallu. WPlTE fOR ILLUSrRATtD CATALOGUE (fUMf/t c/rrMACHmrmm. «'«■.«■«««> RICHMOND. INtt Please mention the A tnerican Florist wken writing. IRON RESERVOIR VASES ANo Lawn Settees Mannfactored by McDonald Rros. COLUMBUS, 0. Tha Largest Hanufaeturars of thesa Qoods In Amarlea. Send for Catalogue SUCCESSFUL SELLERS are the iticcestfttl growers who advertlie iaJtJtJ^JfJ^J^J^Jt — i* THE AMERICAN FLORIST. 678 The American Florist. May 24, Sewickley, Pi. BAILROAD GARDBNEBS IN THB MIDST OF THEIR BUSY SEASON. — MANY PLANTS REQUIRED. Daring the present month R. W. Hutch- iason, florist of the Northwest system, Pennsylvania lines, is one of the busiest men connected with the road. He is also the first official bearing this title on the Pennsylvania system. The demand for plant decorations for the beautifying of railway stations has grown so rapidly that Mr. Hutchinson, whose jurisdiction extends from Allegheny to Chicago, keeps a large force of employes constantly at work. Recently he stated that his chief work at present is the planting of vines which will act as a screen for handcar bouses and watch boxes. There are 200 places along the Ft. Wayne and the Cleveland & Pittsburg to be thus pro- vided, implying the use of 2,500 plants, chiefly honeysuckle, clematis and Boston ivy. These are trained to grow upon wire netting, and during the early sum- mer hundreds of comparatively unsightly buildings will be hidden in a mass of flowers and foliage. The railway green- houses which supply much of the mate- rial used bv Mr. Hutchinson are at Sewickley. The demand for flowers for dining cars is another feature of this interesting branch of railway manage- ment and equipment. The first bit of railway property hereabout to receive snch attention was the office of Station- master Cole, Allegheny, a place which was last week obliterated to make room for the elevated track system. The amount of flowers, sodding, plants, trees and shrubbery devoted to improving the appeanince of the Pennsylvania railroad property east and west of Pittsburg would equip a good-sized park. North Wales, Pa. — D. L. German has sold his greenhouse property on Penn- sylvania avenue to John Holt, of Ger- mantown, for $2,800. Providence, R. I. — The. Florists' and Gardeners' Club of Rhode Island held an exhibition of carnations and loses on May 8 which vyas attended by a large number of visitors. Certificates of merit were awarded to John Macrae, S. J. Reuter and C. Warburton in several classes of carnations, to Edward Clark and S. J. Reuter for roses, and to James Hockey for a handsome seedling gera- nium called Sensation. %illtfilllllitlllltl sN OT every man that runs a mill ''*'^'*'* is an expert judge of lumber. Fewer still are familiar with the peculiar requirements of greenhouse construction. •• We have made it a special study, know * exactly what to furnish. -_ You are welcome to the benefits of our wide |^ experience. ^j^ If you contemplate building, write us. m rcHicyiGoiiu III T0II5 BLACK HAWK SELLIMG AGE.NTS FOR GARLAND IRON GUTTE.RS Vli*llff!fli9li*li ,c QUALITY and WORKMANSHIP If you want good greenhouses you must have a good design and good material, properly machined. We use only the Beit Absolutely Clear GULf RED CYPRESS And have the ability and facilities to ^ve you the best of workmanship. Before you build write for sketch and eitimate. If your iron work and pipes rust and corrode write us about our PA||yT specially prepared to prevent corrosion underground and in damp places. I /till I FOLEY MANUFACTURING CO. Olfice, 471 W. 22nd St. CHICAGO. ILL. Factory and Lumber Yard, 474-498 W. 21>t Plice. A STI C A FOR , rfeenhouset^lazin^ ^USEJTNQW. F.O.PIERCE GO. 170 Fulton St., NEW YORK Bloomsburg, Pa. DILLON'S GREENHOUSE MFG. CO. JW&NUPACTCRBRS OF HOT HEO 8A9H, AIR DKIEO OITLK CTPRBS8 8ASU BARS AND OTBKR GRBBNHOUMK IHATKKIAL,. BUILDERS of DURABLE and PRACTICAL Grienliouses at a LOW COST. {>*.''*nir <]e8pri|>ti\'' ciri'ular contiiiDS valuable [oforroatlon for every norist. Send for it. WE HAVE SOMETHING NEW TO OFFER. fttast menUoH the American Floritt when turiiing. igo2. The American Florist^ 679 2n(i-HAND BOILERS We have in stock a great number of good second hand boilers, low pressure, which we will sell at Bargain Prices consisting of the following: 10 — 48x12 horizontal tubular boilers, each $125.00 3 — 42x10 horizontal tubular boilers, each $100.00. 6—36x12 horizontal tubular boilers, each $75.00. 1— Kroeschell hot water boiler, 100 feet capacity, $75 00. 100,000 feet 2-inch second hand boiler tubes which we furnish with sleeve couplings, oakum and cement, per foot 6 cents. 50,000 feet 4-inch flanged wrought iron casing, per foot 16 cents. Ask for Our Catalogue No, 47. Chicago House Wrecking Co., West 35th and Iron Sts., Chioago, III. Piiase mention the A metican Florist when writing, 600D A 6ENERIT10N AGO \ Good Today! Good Always! The WEATHERED BOILER and the prluoiples on whlob It 1b oonitruoted have itood th« test of years. If you want a Nliable heater, there are none as good at the WEATHERED. Endorsed by hundreds of Flo- rist*. Send tor descriptive list. Thos. W. Weathared's Sons, 5S MAmOH ST., NEW YORK CIH. "thF KINNEY PUMP. For applying Liquid Manure It has no equal! Sent prepaid for $2.00. d^s. The HOSE CONNECTION CO/'^r'}."'- Please mention the American Florist when writing. SPECIAL DECORATION DAY RATES over the Nickel Plate Road, at one fare for the round-trip, within a radius of ISO miles from starting point. Tickets on sale May 29th and 30th, good returning from desti- nation to and including May 3ist, 1932. Three through daily trains in each direction Chicago, Cleveland, Buffalo, New York, Boston and New England points. Every facility offered for the comfort of the trav- eling public. Fast time and low rates. Meals in dining cars on a la carte plan. For particulars, write or call on John Y. Cala- han. General Agent, ill Adams St., Chicago, Phone Central 2057. 6 STEEL vs. CAST IRON The day of the sectional hot water heater is past. It has given way before the improved KROESCHELL GREENHOUSE BOILER. 1 isn^^^"^ Kroeschell Hot Water Greenhouse Boilers are made of the same steel as is used in building the best high pressure steam boilers. ,^ ^ J- ^ ^ NO DANGER OF BURSTED SECTIONS. K you need a boiler this year, write us about it NOW. ' These are not stock boilers. Each one is made to order. KROESCIIELL BROS. CO. t^Z^. The Highest award at the New York Carnation Show was given to a man who has (orty-lhree (43) ol our Auto- matic Ventilators. Our Ventilators are at work in the Central Park Conservatories, New York. Saves all labor. ImproYOS the growth of plants. Especially good for Roses. Will last a life- time and soon pay for themselves. The Automatic Ventilator ventilates as necessity requires. THE GHADBORN PATENT AUTOMATIC VENTILATOR For Greenhouses, and also Temperature Regulator for Radiators. CHADBORN MFG. CO., NEWBDRG, N. Y. Buttfalo, N. Y., March 28, 1902. Gentlemen:— Xovx Automatic Veutilator was installed in one of my houses in January. It has answered every purpose for which it is designed. In a large establishment it must be a great saving of labor; and it does its work accurately. Wishing you the success you deserve. I am Very truly yours, WILLIAM SCOTT. Manufactured by THE CH/IDBORN MFG. CO., ^^^^^l^i^t Newburg, N. Y. Our Illustrated Catalogue, Prices, Etc., it yours lor the asking. WE VENTIUTED THE NORTH CONSERVATORY AT THE PAIN-AMERICAN EXPOSITION AND TOOK THE GOLD MEDAL, Prevents Mildew Operates to perfection In catchy weather. Commercial growers use them largely. The Automatic Ventilator does Its own thinking, 680 The American Florist. May 24, index to Advertiien. Advertising rates. . . 652 Allen JK 686 Allen at Ookerlund. 667 Americans ower Co IV American Bulb Growers' Co 662 American Rose Co... I Amlln^ E C 663 Arnold .1 J 670 Asubmann Godfrey. 671 Bache Semon & Co. Ill Uaidwin A J 670 Bailer PA 660 Uassett on. . 666 HarrerCio 671 Hart M A 657 Hart R 1 664 Heacock Joseph 664 Heiss J B 862 Herendeen Mfg Co. IV Herr Albert M 671 Herrmann A 6^6 Herron Dana R 660 Hewi k.'B.Si Co.... 676 Hilflnger Bros 676 Hill The EG Co I HillTo^Greenhouses670 Hippard E 674 678 Hitchings A Co IV Holton A Hunkel Co 675 Booker HM Co 6»<0 Horan Edw C 657 Horn John F A Bro 688 Hon AdT II Horticultural Trade Journal Co II Hose Connect'n Co. 679 Hunt EH 654 Invalid Appl'ceUo, 676 Irvine John Sl Sons. 673 Jackson Edw B.... 662 Jacobs S A Sons ... Ill Jennings KB 660 Johnson A Stokes.. 662 Easting W F 656 Keller Bros 676 Keller Geo A Son... 676 Kellogg Geo M 657 Kennicott Bros Co 881 Kift Joseph A Son.. 674 Kinney L F 860 Kohr A F 676 Kramer I N A Son.. 11 KreshoverLJ 688 KroescheU Bros Co. 679 Knehn C A 654 Kuhl Q A 681 Lager A Hurrell.... 671 Lang Julius 857 Langjahr AH 657 Laurel Hill Nursery 660 LaRoche M F 672 Lewis Eugene 664 Livingston Seed Co 675 LocklandLumCo . . . 878 LongDB II Lonsdale Edwin 673 LoomiS Floral Co... 664 Lord A BurnhamCo IV Lucas J A Co HI Mader Paul 673 May John N 667 McAllister A Co.... 670 McCarthy N F A Co 636 669 673 McDonald Bros..... 677 MoKellar A Winter- son Co 663 MiohiganCut Flow- er E» 651 664 Millang Chas 857 Millang Frank 6?>7 Miller Geo L 671 874 MoUer's Zeitung,... II Monlnger JCCo.... 678 Montgomery A D.. 671 Moore, Bentz A Nash 657 Mosbask Ludwig ... 66i Mott seed A Bulb Co II Muno John 665 Murphey RII ASjn 672 Murphy Wm 671 Myers A Co 677 Nickel Plate R R 679 II N Y Cut Flower Co. 6:16 N Y Cut Flower Ex. 6.=>6 Nlessen Leo 6.56 OlbertzJ 660 Peacock W P 668 Pennook Sam'l 8... 658 Perkins John J 657 Phillips Mfg Co.... 674 Pierce F O Co 678 I'ieraon F H < 'o 671 PittsburgOutFloCo 651 PoehlmannBrosCo. 851 PollworthOCCo678 677 I'urnell W /. 654 QuakerCltyMaohCo 677 Randall A L 655 Rawson W W A Co. II RaynorJI 657 Regan Print House. 676 Reinberg Geo .... 655 887 Reinberg Peter. . 8.55 686 Rice Bros 6M Rice MA Co 675 Rider Ericsson En- gine Co 880 Robinson H M A Co 666 Roemer Fred II WROUGHT IRON PIPE Good condition, used short time onlyj new threads and coupllDgsi for Bteam, Gas or Water 1 sImb from H to 12 inch diameter. Our price per foot on '' ■--'- ■- So I on I Inch 8Kc. Write for free catalogue 1 CHIOACO HOUSE WRECKINQ CO., n. S6th and Iron Bti., rlllCAnn. X Inch is Ko. VI. Roland Thomas.... 661 Rolker A ASons.... II Kovatzos A Moltz. 658 Salter W H 665 Saltford Geo 658 Schillo Adam IV SchmldtJC 661 Shearer P A Son.... 6S8 Sheridan W F 857 Siebrecht ASon I Situations A Wants 653 Skabcura Dip Co. . . 877 Skidelsky SS 654 Smith Nath A Son.. 66} Smith W A TCo.... I Spangler E J A Co.. II Sprague Smith Co. . 8'4 Stearns I. umber Co. Ill StelTens ICmil 675 StonsAHarrisonCo. 67J Stryker S D 675 Surrey Seed I'o II Sutherland G A 658 668 Swahn Pot Mfg Co. 676 Thompson J D Car- nation'Co I Thorburn J M ACo. 662 Traendly A Schenck 657 Tobacco Warehouse- Ing A Trading Co 675 VandegriftFBACo.. 660 Vaughan's Seed Store 654 664 8T4 I li Vesev W .1 A MS.. 685 Vlck's Sons Jas 662 II Violet Culture Co.. 670 Walker .t McLean. 666 Watson Geo C 11 Weathered's Sons Thos 879 Weber H A Sons ... 887 WeeberADon II Weiland A Risoh... 655 Welch Bros 656 Whilldin Pot Co.... 676 WhitnallCB 674 Wietor Bros 666 667 WilksS Mfg Co.... 677 Williams F RCo... 655 Wills A Scgar 654 Wittbold Geo Co.... 688 Wolf A Q A Bro . . IV Wood Bros 664 Young Jno 6i7 Young A Nugent... 857 American Florist Advertisements Pay Advertisers. This is a funny looking thing but it will do the woric easier and cost less than any other apparatus on earth or any other place. Send for a descriptive circular to J. D. CARMODY. Evansvllie, Iqd. Holds Glass Firmly See the Point -W PEERUSS OlazltiK Points u-e the beat. No rights or lefta. B»x of 1.000 polnU 75 oU. poitpftld. nENKY A. DREER, 114 Chntniit St., Phllft., Pa. "DORIC" HEAT€R. Profitable Greenhouses "Gurnoy" greenhouses are profltable greenhouses because they're operated under the most economical conditions. "Ourncy" Heaters maintain an even heat with the least amount of care, burn a minimum amount of coal to maintain the desired tempera- ture, require no brick setting, and are without question the most efficient constructions on the market. A host of nurserymen already use the "Corney," If you're "not on the list, send for catalogue and dnd out more about it. Curneys promote the greatest hothouse success. GIJRNEY HEATER ^EG. CO. 74 FRANKLIN ST.. BOSTON. Ill FIFTH AVE.. NEW YORK OITY. Western Selling Agents. JAMES B. CLOW & SONS. Franklin and Harrison Sts., Chicago, III. WATER. K you want water only when the wind blows a windmill will do your work and cost less money than our Rider and Ericsson Hot Air Pumps, but if you want water every day while your flowers are growing and do not waul your pump blown down when the wind blows too hard, no pump in Ihr *orld can equal ours. We have sold about 20,0C0 of them durintj the past ^ twenty-five years, which is proof that we arc not making wild statements. Our Catalogae "A 3" will tell you all about them. Write to near- est store. Rider-Ericsson Engine Co. 35 Wwren St, New YonK. 692 CraiR St., Montreal. P. Q. 239 Franklin St.. Boston. Teniente-Rey 71. Havana, Cuiia. S2A Pitt St., Sydnet. N. S. \V. 40 hnarborn St.. Cimcauo. 40 N. 7ih »t.. PHii.AnEi.riiiA. GREENHOUSE GIASS 5? I I I QUR SJRECiALTY, I LHRGC STOCK c^-o- <^ '=' ^ PROMPT SHIPMENT.;: \IW^ Porelinsced Oil Piilty.Riints,BnHliK[t(.! 1^' WRITE rOR. LATEST PRICES. X<|| I foiJiE IMmwmm RmsTiaa is "tie Prow of the Jlsssel; there may bs mars camfart Rmidships, but wb are the Erst to touch Unknown Seas.' Vol. XVIII. CHICAGO AND NEW YORK. MAY 31. ipoa. No. 730. fiHg /American (piLiiigiigf BSYBRTEXNTH YEAB. OopyrlKht 1903, by Amerio&n Floiiit Compan;. Entered ai Seoond-Claii Mail Matter. PUBLISBID XVXBT SATUBSAT BT AiMBRICAN FLORIST COMPANY, 334 DMU-bom 5t„ Chicago. Butoro Offica : 79 Milk St., Boaton. Subioription, 11.00 a year. To Europe, 12.00. Subioriptioni accepted only trom the trade. SOCIETY OF AMERICAN FLORISTS AND ORNAMENTAL HORTICULTURISTS. OmciBS — John BnRTON. Fbiladelpbia, Pa., presiden J. W. C. Dkakb, AshevlUe, N. C, vioe- presideni, Wm. J. Stkwakt, 79 Milk Street, Boston, Mass., secretary, H. B. Bbattt, Oil City, Pa., treasurer. The eighteenth annual meetine will he held at Asheville, N. C, August, 19-32, 1902. THE AMERICAN CARNATION SOCIETY. Annual convention at Brooklyn, N. Y., Feb- ruary, 1903. Axbbbt M. Hbbb, Lancaster, Pa., secretary. CHRYSANTHEMUM SOCIETY OF AMERICA. Annual meeting at Asheville, N. 0., August, 1902. Edwin Lonsdale, Chestnut Hill, Pa., Sec'y. AMERICAN ROSE SOCIETY. Annual meeting at call of executive committee, LxoNABS Babbon, 130 Liberty St., New York, secretary. THIS ISSUE 36 PAGES WITH COVER. CONTENTS. Notes on plant growing 681 Koglisb metliod of growing poinsettias 682 ChryEanthemums— Benching yount^ stock 682 Caroations— Empire Stat.e (illus.) 683 — Temperature for various sorts 683 — The season's succesEes 683 A valuable asparaeus (lUus ) 681 An unappreciatfd climbing plant (illus.) 684 tloronalion of Edward \'I1 685 ( 'lematis indivisa (illus ) 686 Chicago 686 New York 687 Philadelphia 687 Boston 687 American Rose Society f88 Greenhouse building 688 Diseased bevonia leaves 688 Trouble wilh jasmines f88 Pittsburg 688 Nashville : 688 Lowell, Mass f89 Obituary— Thos. Young (portrait) f89 The s'ed trade 694 — .S^ed firms of Rochester 694 — Investigation o[ government seed purchases. 691 Cincinnati 691 The nursery trade 696 San Francisco 696 Our pastimes— At N^w York 698 — At James>own. N. Y 698 -^At rbiladelphia 698 riica, N. Y 698 Milwaukee 700 Washington 703 Bnfl«lo 704 St. Louis 70S Columbus O 708 Los An gele;. .........710 Notes on Plant Growing. The spring clean-up is now in progress in most establiihments, and it means a great deal of work and frequently quite a lot of expense, for many repairs are generally found necessary each year, and while fixing up the stock and refilling the houses these repairs may be most con- veniently done. The bedding out business is about over for the season, Memorial day marking the conclution of that branch of the trade in many of our cities, though thoie having a seaside trade or catering to the mountain resorts are frequently com- pelled to defer the planting out ol tender stock nntil quite late. Plants of hardy constitotion, like geraniums, carnations, verbenas and hardy roses are most satisfactory when planted out reasonably early, but it is an unwise plan to put out tender foliage plants too soon, for it generally results in a severe check and loss of ioKage, this applying especially to such plants as crotons, ficus and pandanus, all of which are useful for foliage bedding under propet conditions. These proper condi- tions have been frequently noted before, but for the benefit of new readers it may be in order to refer to them again, as follows: The first condition to be observed in the use of tender foliage plants outdoors is that of having strong and well-rooted plants and then giving them some little preparation for the change by gradually hardening them off, giving plenty of ven- tilation while the plants are still in the greenhouse and then moving them out to a frame or pit in which they may be protected by saihes for a few nights before planting out in theopen ground. By working after this method we sel- dom have any injury or check, even to such tender subjects as the crotons, unless there should happen to be some very cold and wet weather during June, a state of affairs that will sometimes occur even in such a favored locality for torrid waves as our good city of Philadelphia. Another condition to be observed in outdoor decoration with tender foliage plants is that of thorough preparation of the beds in which they are to be planted, this including deep digging and a plenti- ful supply of short, well-rotted stable manure. Mixed beds of foliage plants may be made a most interesting feature if one has the stock to use, and among the plants adapted for such use are some of the tougher palms, for example, Cham- asrops excelsa, Corypha Australis, Rhapis ilabelliformis and some of thesabals,also some of the aralias, A. pulcher being among the most attractive of the large growing species, and having very large digitate leaves that are bright green and glossy, and also tough enough to stand the wind without injury. Dracaena indivisa and D. Australis, also D. congesta, are useful plants for this purpose, and to give colorto the arrange- ment some of the dark-leaved forms of riclnus, or castor oil plant, a few plants of Black Beauty canna, some crotons, acalypha and amarantus may be added, while Picus elastlca and Pandanus Veitchii may also be included with good effect. And while considering the subject of outdoor planting we may remark that an example of this sort of bedding should find a place about the florists' establish- ment in order to encourage the public taste in these matters, for an object les- son is one of the most effective methods of teaching. Every progressive florist has, of course, selected his stock plants of the various species he uses before the best of the stock is sold, these stock plants being properly labeled before being planted out, so that there may be no question as to the vari- ety and color of the geraniums, for exam- ple, when cuttings are taken for the stock of the following season. Witho'ut some precautions of this character are taken there is likely to be some difficulty in stocking up for the following season, and it is far from satisfactory to depend on getting cuttings of some favorite variety from a charitable neighbor. Various flowering plants to cut from during the sumtner should also be remem- bered, for there are times when the stock of indoor flowers runs low and is also of very Indifferent quality; iurther, the cost of production being such a small Item with these outdoor flowers, they may be used quite liberally when occasion offers. Some tea roses should be included among those that are planted for outdoor cut- ting, and by keeping them well cultivated and giving a mulching ot light manure, or even of grass clippings from the lawn mower, some ilice buds may be cut each morning. The old bouvardias that have been In , cut during the past winter may also be put to use outdoors in the summer, and if cut back moderately at the time they are planted out they will soon start away and give a great quantity of giod flovr- ers. The best way to make business dur- 682 The American Florist. May 31, iug dnll portions of the year 18 to have something of better quality than the gen- eral run, and also to keep a sufficient variety whether it be of flowers or plants to suit the market. But the outdoor department is not the only one demanding attention just now, for the houses are to be emptied and thoroughly cleaned and repaired if one desires the best results. It is taken for granted that the not uncommon custom at one time of making the space beneath the benches in the greenhouses a depos- itory for all kinds of rubbish in the form of dead plants, broken pots and all sorts of waste material, is rapidly becoming obsolete, but, even so, there maybe some decayed matter that finds its way under the benches and the sooner thisharbor for vermin is removed the better it Is for all concerned. The fumigating of the empty houses with sulphur or hydrocyanic acid gas is also good, but must not be turned over to inexperienced or careless hands, else serious injury may result either to the operator or to plants in adjoining struct- ures. It should always be borne in mind that hydrocyanic acid is one of the most deadly poisons known to science, and that to draw a full breath of this gas will usually result in death within five min- utes, so it will be readily understood that this is not a substance for the children to play with. But even if inmigatioa may not be con- veniently practiced, a good coat of fresh whitewash on all woodwork of benches, posts and side walls will go a good way toward purifying the atmosphere and will also dispose of various insects. If a good force of water is available the remaining woodwork should be thor- oughly washed with the hose. No time should now be lost in getting to work at the decorative stock that may be kept over and also in attending to the needs of the young stock that is being grown on. It is a safe rule in handling large palms that their roots do not need pruning at any time unless it may be In the case of a plant that from some acci- dent or on account of disease has beceme in bad condition at the root, and in such a case the removal of the diseased por- tions would be an advantage. It sometimes becomes necessary to repot these large plants and to return them to the same size of pot or tub in which they have been growing, and the best way to manage this is by washing out the roots. A convenient method for this operation is to lead a hose outdoors, then fasten the nozzle in such a position as to be handy as to height and direction, and with a good pressure of water all the soil may be washed out from the roots without any injury to the latter. Hav- ing washed the roots out, no time should be lost in repotting, for should the roots be allowed to dry out by being exposed to the air for any length of time the pi ant would be likely to suffer. Repot the palms firmly, then water well and place them in a shaded greenhouse with a moist atmosphere, and In a few weeks some benefit should be apparent, and by next October the plants so treated and properly cared for m the interval should be greatly improved. During the winter the decorator has but little time for cleaning plants, and in consequence some of the palms in f|ues- tion are liable to furnish support to quite an entomological collection by spring and the removal of these Insects shonld be proceeded with vigorously at this season in order to make the plants pre- sentable for the following winter. A thorough cleaning just before the plants are repotted is a good start, but after- ward they should be looked over from time to time while the work is slack, remembering that there is a special out- break of insects in plant houses about twice a year, the first crop usually appearing in May and the second in August or September. W. H. Taplin. English Method of Growing Poinsettias. Few plants are more useful for winter decoration than Poinsettia pulcherrima. It does not need any words of mine in its praise, and in referring to it I shall confine my remarks to describing the method by which plants may be grown from six to fifteen Inches high, instead of from two to three feet, as generally seen, THE LATE THOMAS YOUNG. (See page 6»9.) writes a correspondent of the Gardeners' Magazine. I consider their value for decorations is much less when they are above fifteen inches high than when below that height. A few taller exam- ples maybe useful where extensive groups have to be made, but for general pur- poses the dwarfer plants are preferable. Most of the old plants will by this time (May 3) be showing signs of breaking, and when the new growths are fairly started they should be shaken out and repotted in a good compost. This should consist of equal parts of fibrous loam and leaf soil, well mixed together, with a little bone meal and coarse silver sand. Cut the shoots back, leaving not more than two sound eyes to each. After potting place them in a brisk, moist house, exposed to full sunshine, where the night temperature docs not fall below 60°. They will require little water until the growth Is making considerable progress. Grown in this way poinsettias will make strong, hard growths that will be of the highest value for the increase of stock. The third week in July the first batch of cuttings should be taken. Remove the strongest shoots with three or four leaves, insert them singly in 3-inch pots, using a mixture consisting of two thirds leaf soil and one-third loam and plenty of silver sand. Plunge the pots in a brisk bottom heat and keep the propagating case quite close by day, but admit air at night to prevent the leaves from damp- ing. In about sixteen days they will be well rooted and should be gradually hardened off. Then shift them into 5-inch pots, using a compost prepared as I have advised for the old stools. When the roots are running freely in the compost reduce the temperature to that of the greenhouse, and during the time they are in the cool house it will be accessary to use great discretion as regards watering. The roots are made so quickly that if the plants are over-watered they are liable to decay. As soon as they have become well established they should be placed close to the glass and grown with but little, If any, shading. When the bracti begin to be developed they must be returned to the warmer and moister house, when an occasional watering with weak liquid manure will be found bene- ficial. On no account shonld liquid be used before the bracts are seen. I will return to the old plants firom which the earliest cuttings were taken. About the end of August some good side cuttings can be had. These can be struck singly, using in this case 3inch potf; after they are rooted harden off, but let them remain in the pots they were struck in. This will give some most useful heads of bracts. If this principle is fol- lowed out, the result will be most grati- fying and instead of the plants being three and four feet high they will be about six inches in height. The late struck side shoots will produce heads of bracts from eight to ten inches in diameter without being put in pots exceeding three inches in diameter. Those in 5-inch pots will range from twelve to fifteen inches high, with leaves to the rim of the pot, and carrying heads of bracts from twelve to eighteen inches in diameter. Few plants can be used to more advan- tage in decoration, either on tables or for rooms generally, especially during the Christmas festivities. A very fine effect can be made by shaking out some of the plants and arranging them in a vase with Roman hj'aclnths. Although many valuable plants have been introduced of recent years not one really surpasses Poinsettia pulcherrima for decorative purposes during the winter season. CHRYSANTHEMUMS. BENCHING YOUNG STOCK. Anyone who expects his plants to pro- duce high grade blooms, whether for exhibition or commercial purposes, will now have to attend strictly to business and get them planted into their perma- nent quarters as soon as possible. The young stock should be well established in the pots, clean and In vigorous growth. Any plants not in this condition, through having been neglected and which have become hard or stunted, will not do. It will be far better to throw them out, at the expense of having to wait a couple of weeks for a fresh lot to take their place. The man who engineers the planting of the house will need to use his brains to guard against lots of trouble later on by seeing that each variety, according to the height it grows, is given enough head room for its proper development. All of the varieties classed as dwarf growers will need at least four feet of head room when planted at this time and given proper treatment afterwards. The nec- essary allowance should, therefoie, be made accordingly. It also isa good plan to plant varieties of a uniform heighth of growth on benches by themselves; they do much better, besides enabling the grower to handle them easier, and it jgo2. The American Florist. 683 adds greatly to the attractiveness of the house. There is another important point that nnst not be lost sight of; that is to plant the early varieties, mid-season and late, in separate places, so that they can be given their special treatment. Among the most popular varieties there are Col. D. Appleton, Viviand-Morel, Mrs. Henry Robinson, Major Bonnaffon and Timothy Eaton, which can be grown on the same bench. Another lot can be made up of Golden Wedding, Mrs. Perrin, Niveus, Pennsylvania and Mayflower. These are all tali growers and need plenty of head room. It is also a good scheme to plant any new varieties that you are not acquainted with on a bench by them- selves, giving them plenty of space in which to show their character. For a compost use a good live soil of firm texture, to which add one part In four of well rotted cow manure. When in the benches, make as firm as possible. If the benches are the usual sir inches deep, fill them well up; the plants will need it before the season is over. The distance apart to set the plants must be governed by the vigor of the variety, but it is well to bear in mind that a little extra room makes a big difference in the quality of the blooms. Do not bench any plants when they are in a dry state and after planting water only directly around the plants until they commence to root out, also syringe frequently for a few days to prevent wilting. C. W.Johnson. CARNATIONS. THE EMPIRE STATE. The accompanying illustration is from a very handsome photograph of a vase of Empire State, a seedling now in its fourth year with L. E. Marquisee, Syra- cuse, N. Y. In speaking of it Mr. Mar- quisee says: "It is a pure white of beautiful form, very full and double, with serrated edges, and possesses an exceptionally strong clove fragrance. In size it will easily average three and one-half inches in diameter and often four Inches. Toward the end of May, without having been dis- budded, they measure three inches. It has unusual substance and is a remark- ably good keeper. Its calyx has the cor- rect form and measures seven-eighths to an inch in diameter. It has a strong stem which properly supports the flower. It is without exception by far the strongest and most robust grower I have ever seen. It has the ideal habit, produces no grass, but a constant suc- cession of strong flowering shoots. It is therefore a free and continuous bloomer." It was awarded a certificate of merit by the American Carnation Society and has been certificated wherever shown. TBMPERATDHES FOR VAHIOUS VAEIETIBS. Ed. Am. Florist: — Please let me know what temperatures are required for the following carnations: Bradt, Daybreak, Crane, Flora Hill, Norway, Prosperity, Joost, Jubilee, Roosevelt and Marquis. How much nourishment do they require? J.G. It ii almost impossible to answer this question intelligently as the difference in soils makes so much difference in the line of treatment needed that to recommend any certain line might be the opposite of what is required. In general 50° to 55° at night is a comparatively safe tempera- tore to give most carnations, with 10° '--^SlB^^I ^r^'^Mfli ^4|^^^H^^HB|^^| ^mf^^J^^mM ^8f^^ p^I wL- ^k* ^1 ^^^^^^^^^HH^^^^^^^I^^^^^^^^^r ^^^3Bl/^ |G(^^^^HPhj|^^H ^^^^^^Kn^^H^pP^^^^^K ^tttlm^ BFlliflBK :^m i^M^^V ' i^^^H ^^^' ■ '':i^>4'^S^^^Knmi ^^^B^^^^^^rii^^^^^^^^l ■ .-.: ■.ri^^^Mm-^-^m^^BS^ ^^^^^^^^^^^^H ^^^^^H Hofw^ >^-^:^^-fi "^I^HIHI ^^^^^^^^H ^^^^^^^^^^^^^H ^^^^^H ^P^!^'^^^^^^^^! ^^^^^^^^^^^^^Mt^3^^SSSSKt^jr^ ^' HHH^^^H^iS^H^^V>^v:.«. -ji^^l^l^Hi^^H L. E. MARQUISEE'8 WHITE SEEDLING CARNATION, EMPIRE STATE. higher during the day. When it comes to the nourishment required no one can give any advice unless he is on the ground and sets them growing. The safest method is to make the soil moderately rich with well rotted cow manure and then during the winter the grower can add any other fertilizer that the plants may need, being very careful if any pre- pared fertilizer is used not to give them too much, as he can easily add more if needed, but once the soil is made too rich it is almost impossible to get it in the proper condition for good results. Albert M. Hbrr. THE season's successes. We have heard from Mr. Herr in regard to the value of the various carnations as grown in his locality, and acting on his suggestion I will endeavor to state the good and bad points of the different vari- eties as grown for the New York and Boston markets White Cloud will now have to fall out of the line of whites. It is too late in coming in flower in the fall, and when the hot days come it soon loses its size and form. Queen Louise has proven itself to be a valuable white the past winter. It is very early in coming into flower and is a continuous bloomer. The flowers are borne on a stem of sufficient stiffness and only a very few of them come with bursted calyxes. The one thing lacking in this flower is form; it is not what is styled a fancy but where a fancy is not needed, it is invaluable. It is quite a vig- orous feeder and is well suited in a tem- perature of 48° to 50°. Loma did not do well during the early part of the winter, but later it sent out a good supply of very long, stiff stems topped with strictly first-class flowers. The flower is very large, well built up in the center and the calyx does not split. I am very much afraid that it will be impossible to bring this variety in earlv, but perhaps another year, with good strong stock to start with, it may be coaxed into flower a little earlier. At any rate it is worth a good trial. Norway has been a complete failure. It was grown in a light soil, with liberal feeding, and although the plants looked healthy and vigorous they refused to send out flowers. What we need now in white is one that commences to flower early, which has the size and form lack- ing in Queen Louise. In pink we can safely depend upon Lawson as a variety to grow in quan- tity. It always finds a good market, and with a little care in regard to tempera- ture can be made to pay very well. The temperature should be kept to 55° in 684 The American Florist. May ji. order to check the bursting of the calyxes. Give the plants a liberal amount of nour- ishment atter they are started along nicely and they will not stop blooming at all during the winter and spring. In light pink there is none at present which I should like to advocate for another year. Morning Glory, I find, is the best, but it has shown too much dis- ease this year to allow it to be classed as a safe one. Let us hope that Enchantress will prove to be as valuable as it appears to be at the present time, as we are in sore need of a good light pink. With many growers Genevieve Lord has increased in favor. 1 find it a vigor- ous grower, sending out flowers on long, stiff stems. The flower is somewhat lacking in size, but there has no other kind shown up, ready to take its place. I think It does better on raised benches than in solid beds and 48° to 50° in tem- perature suits it very well. The Marquis has been as much of a dis- appointment this year as it was last, and we have folly decided to discard it alto- gether. There are several strong objec- tions to it. The flower is sleepy looking, is a poor keeper and the first crop of flowers is altogether too late. Ethel Crocker seems to lose supporters every year and next season will find it lost entirely. It does very well from April right throagh the summer, but we cannot afford to grow them in the houses all winter for a few summer blooms In crimson. Gov. Roosevelt has taken the place of Gen. Maceo. It is one which is not difficult to grow and it does not need as high a temperature as many; 46° to 4S° suits it very well. The form of the flower is very fine, but the size is not quite up to our ideal. Estelle has the field all to itself as a scarlet. The color is very fine and the habit of the plant is good; it is a free bloomer, with good stems. If all that is said of the Adonis is true we will also have to drop the Estelle next year, but we find it at all times the best to stand by "good enough" and let "better" speak for itself. Eldorado has paid very well the past winter and I find It inadvisable to give it up entirely. It likes a temperatuee of 48°, and if you can keep the young plants in the houses during the summer, when fall comes you will have good plants which will not be so badly covered with rust as they are when planted outside. TRAINED PLANT OF A8PARAQU8 COMORENSIS. Golden Beauty was a trifle late this year, but as the floweris larger than that of Eldorado and the habit of the plant a little better, I would not advise anyone to drop it until he has given it a fair trial. I think that by using early struck cuttings and keeping them indoors all summer it can be improved upon. Mrs. Bradt has been the same carna- tion as ever. It pays well when good but unless yon watch it carefully you will get it with weak stems. It is also losing in regard to constitution, being subject to stem rot. If Gaiety is all that is said for it we wifl consider it a welcome sub- stitute. For a fancy we find the Prosperity a good variety and it has paid well, as it always will command a high price. I think that it is an improvement on raised benches over those grown in solid beds. Grown in a light soil, with not a great deal of nourishment, in a temper- ature of 50°, it has done very well. Some of the growers have been bothered with weak stems, but I have not been troubled in this way. There are, at the present time, several new varieties which appear to be woith a great deal, but this can only be deter- mined by giving them a thorough trial. But up to the present time I find the fol- lowing varieties to pay the best: Queen Louise, Lawson, Genevieve Lord, Roose- velt, Estelle and Prosperity. R. I. A Valuable Asparagus. Asparagus Coraerensis was first illus- trated in the American Florist of November 30, 1901, but the photographs then reproduced did not do the plant justice, nor give the credit afforded by the accompanying half-tone. The present photograph, like the others, is from a plant grown by Christian Eisele, of Phila- delphia, who stands sponsor for the American debut of the plant. It is much like A. pluraosus but more robust, darker green and the foliage is softer. It is a rapid grower and Mr. Eisele thinks it is the plant of the period for "green" for decorators, also that it makes a good selling, enduring pot plant for the home. An Unappreciated Climbing Plant. Adlumia cirrhoia is listed in almost every seed catalogue ever published, but it must be from force of habit, for it doesn't sell the way it should; that is it didn't sell so long as it was called the climbing fumitory, the mountain fringe or, still more commonly, the Allegheny vine, but now that some genius has dubbed it the "wonderful climbing maidenhair fern vine" it gives promise of returning popularity. I am led to the conclusion, however, that a small stock of adlumia lasts for years by the fact that the first two or three packets of seed usually fail to ger- minate for me, despite the tact that the vine, once obtained, is io very easily retained. The foliage is as delicate as that of the maidenhair fern and an added charm is the pinkish lavender flowers. It is a vine iO beautiful that thousands of people would use it if florists would pro- vide It in time and grow sample plants that those who know it not might view its charms. It hardly equals the cobica for rapid growth, but is a close second, and when once established comes up annually. It is a biennial, like the holly- hock, and will not produce the running vine the first season if sown in spring. The seeds should be planted In aatumn and developed into good pot plants by igo2. The American Florist. 685 spring, which will run during the summer if planted out. The plants prefer a situa- tion where they will not be subjected to the hot,, drying sun too severely. For this reason they have been found most satisfactory on the north side of build- ings, where ferns, columbines and trilli- ums are at home. Once established it provides its own successor. The accompanying illustration is from a photograph of a vine which last season induced not less than fifty ladies to order plants for this spring. This porch, with its very limited front yard, would be much improved in appearance and the adlnmia much benefited by the protec- tion afforded by planting an aralia at the comer and a cnt-leaved sumach in front that would shade the ground from the morning and noon sun, as thi« porch faced the east. The few stalks projecting out from the building, with their whorls ot leaves at the top, would have had their stems covered with the vine and look much more graceful than where the wire netting is the only support. This is too graceful and charming a vine to be required to flatten itself in that way. C. B. W. Coronation of Edward VII. Many, if not most, readers of the American Florist will probablyimagine that the coronation of King Edward VII will be an excellent opportunity for Brit- ish nurserymen and market growers to turn over an extra honest penny. In theory or imagination it may appear so on the suriace, but from personal experi- ence, observation and inquiry, 1 fear that from a gardening business point of view the coronation will be a "frost." Indeed, some large growers of floral and vegeta- ble produce around London, become quite angry at the very mention of the word coronation, and they express nothing but the most pessimistic views on the matter. Trade has been abnormally dull lor a long time past. Money is diflicnlt to obtain, and with the increased war expenditure, it is likely to become more so as time goes on. It is gradually coming home to the people that the spending of over £200,000,000 (a billion dollars) on South Africa has not been exactly beneficial from a trade point of view whatever it may be from a patriotic one. A few growers, however, are trying to make the best of matters and have been booming their particular specialties as "the" coronation flower. In this respect paeonias, lilies of the valley, lilac and roses have been chiefly mentioned. There is not much doubt, however, as to which flower will be most generally worn. The rose will easily hold the field, and mil- lions of blooms, both British and conti- nental, will no doubt be In evidence dur- ing coronation week. It is doubtful, however, whether they will fetch much of a price, perhaps not more than a penny or thrreabonts (2 cents or 3 cents) a blos- som when retailed. The other flowers referred to have not much of a chance, except, perhaps, the lily of the valley. The paeonias are too large lor wear, although they will come in useful for din- ner decorations and so forth. The lilac in a natural state will be over altogether by coronation week and any that may be used will be retarded stock. A nurseryman of my acquaintance who grows about 60,000 strong lilacs for forcing or retarding, as the case mav be, has a good deal of taith in white lilac for the coronation and is preparing himself for the event. The lily of the valley, of course, must be also retarded pips, but THE ADLUMIA AS A PORCH CLtMBER IN A CITY DOOR-YARD. as it makes a sweet corsage flower and a useful decorative plant for indoor work it is likely to be used to a fairly large extent. London, ofcourse, will be thronged with multitudes from all parts of the world. With the exception of the hotels and restaurants, I fear little business will be done and for this reason London trades- folk are not so keen as to the amount of material they are likely to get rid of. One great and obvious effect of the feasting that will take place all over England will be to make salad a useful and perhaps lucrative article of com- merce. Tomatoes, cucumbers, lettuces, radishes, beet root, etc., are likely to be used in enormous quantities, especially if the weather is warm and agreeable, instead of bitterly cold as it has been for some weeks past. All around the market gardens near London acres of lettuce are maturing and will be just in proper con- dition for the coronation festivities. Radishes alio have been sown in great abundance and there is no doubt the growers have had an eye on the corona- tion all the time. Although I have been around among the florists a good deal I have been astonished at the lack of originality or enterprise in inventing anything new or striking. It is true the wire workers have produced a few foundations but there is a monotonous similarity between them. They partake chiefly ol crown shapes on cushions, with the letters "E. R." worked out. Nodoubt a certain amount of Ingenuity will be displayed by the florists in filling them in but it may be taken for granted that roses, lilies of the valley and Alexandra orchids, as they are called (Odontoglossum crispum, or Alexandrae) in honor of Queen Alexan- dra, will form the staple ot flowers used. The other flowers will probably be selected from a color point of view and the Union Jack, with Its red, white and bine, is sure to be an attractive and easily worked design. The floral decorations at Buckingham Palace, the Royal Gardens, Windsor and Sandringham, I understand, are to be extensive in character, but it is diflScult to secure any information that could be considered trustworthy in regard to the matter. Bedding out will all be finished by coro- nation week and I hear from certain quarters that attempts at reproducing the Union Jack in floral colors will be attempted in many gardens. The tri- umphal arches that are being erected in London and the provinces and the huge stands near Westminster Abbey, Parlia- ment Square, Trafalgar Square, St. Paul's and other noteworthy places along the route for the great procession may possi- bly have climbers of various kinds, either natural or artificial, on the pillars and along the front to hide the timber and lend an efiect to the drapery of flags and other material. From a horticultural point of view 686 The American Florist. May J I, little more can be said of the coronation preparations. Whatever excitement and business take place at the time, there f eems to be a universal feeling that after the event is over there will be a tremen- dous slump in everything. Oat never knows, however, what is likely to hap- pen, and perhaps the general impression at present prevailing may turn out to be unfounded. W. Clematis ladiv.'sa. In some instances many 3'ears elapse from the introduction of a new plant before its value becomes generally appar- ent, and Clematis indivisa seema to be among the plants to which such treat- ment has been accorded. Introduced from New Zealand in 1847, until the past year or two it has been seldom seen, though doubtless of value as a green- house climber. The plant in question is a vigorous growing evergreen climber, and is not hardy unless it may be in some of the southern states or on the Pacific coast, and is therefore not likely to become so generally useful as C. paniculata for example. C. indivisa is a spring flower- ing species, and does not need much heat in order to produce its bloom freely, the temperature of a carnation honse being high enough for this clematis. Planted out in .=uch a house, and trained on wires, where it could be syringed freely in order to avoid red spider, given a liberal allowance of water during the summer and an occasional top dressing of man- ure, and one could then expect a vigor- ous growth. During the winter rather less water would be required, thus hardening the growth and giving a par- tial rest, this period being arranged according to the time in the spring at which the flowers would be most usefal, it being somewhat doubtfal if one could force it into bloom successfully until the sun gets strong. The flowers of C. indivisa remind one to some extent of those of C. panicalata, and are creamy white in color, but as may be noted from the accompanying illustration, they are larger than those of the last named species, and also have more sepals, C. panicniata usually hav- ing btit four sepals while C. indivisa has seven or eight. Propagation may be efifected by means of seeds, or by root grafting on one of the common species, C. flammula or C. viti- cclla furnishing good roots for grafting purposes. W. H. Taplin. Westerly, R. I. S )me time ago local surveyors were engaged on the Foster farm, commonly known as Riverside farm, on Beach street, taking levels and plotting out the lay of the land. William W. Foster is to erect and manage a range of greenhouses there. The plant is to be built some dis- tance from the roadway, near the river bank, where the facilities are exceptional. Mr. Foster proposes to build two houses, each 22x200 feet, with a north side prop- agating house. On the east end ot the houses will be built a work shed and another shed in which two twenty-five horsepower boilers are to be placed. A cooHng cellar has also been planned. The work of construction of the plant will be under Mr. Foster's personal supervision and he will endeavor to have the work completed in time for the planting in the fall. It is the intention to grow carna- tions for wholesale trade. CLEMATIS INDIVISA. Chicago. BDSINBSS VERY QUIET UP TO THB HOUR OF MEETING HEQUIREMBNTS FOR UEMGRIAL PURPOSES. — MILLIONS OF CARNATIONS BUT ROSES TOO SOFT TO SHIP — P.KONLAS THB ONLY SHORTAGE. — MANY OUT OF TOWN ORDERS.— FERNS RUN SHORT AT HEIGHT OF THB BUYING —HEAVY RAIN. — VARIOUS LOCAL DOINGS. — VISITORS. The not unexpected turn to cold weather came promptly after the bi^raic last Saturday night and resulted in an apparent case of suspended animation in the producing end of the cut flowerindus- try. But appearances were deceitful; the cut early in the week was not retarded nearly so much by the cold as bv the growers, who were "saving op" for Memorial day. At that the growers were not able to do much at holding back carnations; they had not storage room enough. All through the week the receipts on this item have been unwieldy, far ahead of that part of the demand which could use the stock at any reason- able figure, and just before Memorial day the daily receipts ran into seven figures, undoubtedly heavier than ever before on record. While the rose cut was materially reduced by cold, it was not a matter of great concern to the wholesalers, for the stock was so soft that they did not care to ship it to good customers, and there were ample sup- plies for all the local buyers. Beauties averaged rather better than the other roses, but they, too, were selling cheaply, particularly the long-stemmed stock, which continues to form a large propor- tion of the receipts. Early in the week the market was very quiet, withpai^onias about the only active commodity, but on Wednesday all the wholesalers who do anything at all in the shipping line bad their hands full. At this close view it is impossible to state accurately whether or not the Memorial day business ran ahead of a year ago, but it is certain that there were more orders in town, only they did not average so large. At earlier in the week, the principal demand was for pteonias. there being a noticea- ble decrease in the number of carnations called for on out of town orders. On Thursday and again early on Friday morning local buying was fairly active. The only shortage aside from sound roses proved to be on good p.iinia*. Amaza Kennicott estimates the available supply tor the three days' business as from r),000 to G,000 dozens, but many of them were poor. Of good stock three times as many might have been sold at from 75 cents to $1 a dozen. There were large receipts of splendid cape jasmines from Alvin, Texas, and they sold well. As Memorial day approached the supply of ferns ran out and the last few cases brought advanced rates without fully satisfying the demand. At the regular meeting of the I'lorists' igo2. The American Florist. 687 Club, May 2S, Edgar Sanders presented the report of the committee on the recent entertainment. The report was very encouraging and the committee deserves mach credit lor the success attending its efforts. The arrangements for the annual summer outing were left with President Winterson and the entertainment com- mittee. An important communication from Secretary Barron, of the American Rose Society, with reference to holding the next spring exhibition of that organ- ization in this city, was handed to the secretary by Emil Buettner. This matter will be discussed at the next meeting of the American Rose Society, June 11, and immediate action is necessary. The chairman was instructed to appoint a committee to confer with the Horticult- ural Society of Chicago regarding the communication and he has selected Emil Buettner, C. L. Washburn, Peter Rein- berg, N. f. Wietor and A H. Budlong to act in this capacity. In the absence of President Winterson, M. Barker pre- sided. The outing ot the employes of Vaughan's Seed Store, May 24, was well attended and the ladies, heavily laden with bas- kets of choice delicacies, conspired with the weather man to makeitamost enjoy- able event. The rainfall has been very heavy in May. On Saturday night, May 24, the precipitation exceeded an inch, the aver- age monthly rainfall, and in the month it was nearly twice the normal. P. S. Peterson & Son have supplied the material and executed the decorative work at the Coliseum, which opens as a summer garden to-day. Frederick Hunt, formerly with the Chicago Carnation Co., is now foreman for W. N. Rudd at the Mount Greenwood cemetery. Albert Ericsson, of Vaughan's Green- houses, Western Springs, «avs the latest arrival is a 15-pound boy. Good luck to bira. Friedman is handling the Eldredge B c.-imation from Belvidere and finds it a fine seller. John Weiland, of Evanston, is rejoicing in the recent arrival of a baby girl. James S. Wilson, of Western Springs, leaves to-day on an eastern trip. Miss Jessie Ludlow is spending a short vacation iu Michigan. John Degnan returned from New York early in the week. Visitors: Andrew Peterson, Hoopeston, in.; Mr. Button, Lake Geneva, Wis.; A. H. Bnrt, Kankakee, 111. New York. WHOLESALE MARKET GIVEN A BRACE BY COOL WEATHBB. — PRODUCTION SOME- WHAT RETARDED. — P.BONIAS MORE POP- DLAR THAN BEAUTIES. — DOINGS OF PBR- SONAL AND TRADE INTEREST. The wholesale cut flower market is ktill in an unsatisfactory condition, but the unforeseen cool weather has had the welcome effect of retarding production and conditions for Memorial day vrere more nearly normal than was expected. Paonias from the south are coming In and are finding a fair sale, while Ameri- can Beauty roses go principally to the street Greeks. Some lilac and bulbous stock is still in market. The proceedings against Adolph Le- Moult have been dismissed and the plaintiff reprimanded by the court for hasty action. Mr. LeMoult threatens suit for $50,000 damages. Friday, May 30, was the silver wed- ding anniversary of Mr. and Mrs. Julius Roehrs. A legion of friends join in con- gratulations and more would have been present at the festivities which marked the occasion had it not fallen on a bniy holiday. There were many floral tributes at the funeral of Charles H. Downie, of Peter Henderson & Co. He was a general fav- orite and leaves a widow and son. John Krai, foreman for Moore, Hentz & Nash, has been dangerously ill with pneumonia for two weeks. A. Dimmock sails for London June 14. B. Suzuki, of Suzuki & lida, starts for Japan June 10. Visitors: S. A. Anderson, Buffalo; Wm. Griffin, Thompson, Conn. Philadelphia. MARKET IS HEAVILY SUPPLIED WITH P.TJ0NIA9 HURRIED ALONG BY WARM WEATHER.— BEAUTIES AND TEA ROSES SELLING LOW.— PRICES ON OTHER STOCK DOWN TO SUMMER LEVEL. — WHOLE- SALERS SHOULD GET TOGETHER —EURO- PEAN TRAVELERS.- VARIOUS NOTES. This is psonia week, the warm weather of the past few days bringing them in with a rush. They are very fine but they do not keep very well. They should be cut when in bud, for they pop open at once when they get into the store and often in a wagon during carriage. S. S. Pennock is handling in the neighborhood of a thousand blooms a day, a large van load being received each morning from one consignor, the H. A.Dreer Company. They are a great boon to the decorator, but entail an amount of labor that seems hardly repaid with the price received, which ranges from $3 to $4 per hnndred blooms. All other flowers are plentiful, particularly Beauties, sweet peas and car- nations. Beautiei are now $1 to $2 per dozen and in large lots are sold away below. Teas average from $4 to $6 per hundred. Carnations are quoted atlrom $1 to $2 and they are still very good. Sweet peas are good sellers as spring flowers and move quickly at from 50 cents to 75 cents per hundred. Garde- nias that were started December, January and February are now arriving in large quantities and of excellent quality. Instead of $1 each, about that price per dozen is the quoted figure. Perhaps Brother Dorrance, of Wilkesbarre, could be induced to give us a few pointers. We note with interest the gathering of the wholesale markets of New York under one roof. There is no attempt to regu- late prices, only a place where buyers and sellers meet and the question ol price regulates itself and becomes more uniform than by any other system. Everything is convenient and buiiness all over in two hours. What a contrast to the Philadelphia style, where the growers spend half the day hunting up their customers initead of standing still in some convenient spot and selling out in a jifly. Robt. Craig & Son are having a great sale on their crotons. They make this plant a specialtyand carry probably the largest stock In the country. A house of cyclamens is coming on nicely. The plants have been growing the past sea- son planted on a bench and have made very nice stock, many of them, on being lifted, being put into 5inch pots. They will now be placed outside in a frame, where they will be grown on through the summer. Fred. Ehret, the genial up-town whole- saler, has finally selected a route and will sail for Europe on the Fatherland from New York on June 21. Rueben Keinl^ will accompany him. The essay commit- tee has been notified and about the first week in September the members of the Florists' Club can expect a treat, in the dual description of the trip abroad. Harry Bayersdorfer and wife will also go abroad about the middle of June. Godfrey Aschmann has just received twenty cases of palms and araucarias from Belgium, arriving in fine condition. He reports good business in spring bed- ding plants. Dennis Connor hai associated himself with the Lord & Burnham Company, the New York greenhouse builders. Don't forget George C. Watson's "All about Boston" at the June meeting of the club next Tuesday evening. K. Boston. TRADE CONDITIONS CONTINUE VERY UNSAT- ISFACTORY.— TOO MUCH STOCK IN ALL LINES. — PROTRACTED DROUGHT BROKEN. — SPRING FLOWERING SHRUBS HEAVILY LADEN THIS YEAR — VARIOUS NOTES. Very unsatisfactory, things have been in and about the wholesale marts during the past week, not only because of the extreme feebleness of the demand for flowers, but on account of the very heavy supply that has been piling in upon the market daily. This is true of carnations and roses especially. Both are represented by every variety under cultivation, in unwieldy abundance and there is not a single variety of either that holds pre-eminence enough in any feature to give it a push ahead of the sluggish procession into which all sorts, regardless of "color or previous condition' ' have been forced to drag along. And now Decora- tion day gives cause tor speculation. Coming, as it does, this year on Friday, we shall not be able to record the result until our issue of next week, but the con- viction is growing on all interested, a few days ahead of the holiday, that although lilacs and bulbous material have all gone by, there will be no diflB- culty in supplying all demands from the bountiful store of greenhouse product that is at hand, not to mention a number of outdoor subjects rarely seen at this date here, but which the early season makes available this year, such as rho- dodendrons, Japan snowballs and so forth. The onusually severe drought which has prevailed for some weeks seems to have been successfully broken and there have been several good showers, which were much needed by grass and trees that were suffering for lack of moisture. Car- nations in the field had begun to give solicitude to their owners. Most of the spring flowering shrubs have bloomed full this season, including the exochordas, which are not always a sure crop here, but are at the present time loaded down with flowers. Rhododendrons are scarcely as good as they were last year. Although the winter seemed not unfav- orable to them, yet they lost consider- able foliage in exposed locations and the blossoming now shows many buds par- tially blighted and imperfect. F. O. Santheson, who has been gar- dener at Mt. Feake Cemetery for the past four years, has gone into business and opened a place at 71 Hammond street. Visitor: J. W. Withers, New York. Fulton, N. Y.— D. A. Northrop has opened an attractive floral establishment at 42 South First street. 688 The American Florist. May iV, Seventeenth Year. Subioriptlon, $1.00 a year. To Europe, (2.00. Subioriptiona accepted only from thoie in the trade. Advertisements on all except cover pages, 10 Cents a Line, Aeate; tlOO per inch. Cash with Order. No Special Position Guaranteed. Olioonnts are allowed, only on consecutive Inser- tions, as follows — 6 times, 5 per cent; 18 times 10 per cent; 26 times, 20 per cent; 52 times, 30 per cent cover space sold only on yearly contract at tl.OO per inch, net, in the case of the two front pages, regular discounts ap- plying only to the back pages. The Advertising Department of the Ambbican Florist is for Florists, Seedsmen and Nurserymen and dealers in wares pertaining to those lines & Mgr., Des Moines, Iowa. For Sale at a Bargain Greenhouses, 25,000 square feet of glass, all in good condition and paying well; within 20 miles of Chicago. Owner is going to retire from business. Address F S, care American Florist, S'.°r.' BOILERS and Pipe. 5 No. i6 Hitcliings Boilers in good order, witli New Grates and Fire Bricks. Also 6, coo feet 4-in. cast iron extra, heavy pipe, 9 feet lengths, ells, tees and Expansion Tanks. Cheap for Cash. W. A. Hammond 107 E. Broad St., Richmond, Va. ^i9JS3=3i33i3:-93f3.^9€:'§33339^€i9SS If yoo want to get the want you Want to get, you want to get your want ad into the AMERICAN FLORIST Try it now. Every advertisement represents ' a genuine want. <^ It pays to answer them. Jt J* Jt Q» t 690 The American Florist. May SI, PRICE LIST. BEAUTIES. Per doz. Long stems $2.50 to $3.00 Medium stems 1.50 to 2.00 Short stems 76 to 1.00 Per 100 Brides $4.C0 $6.00 Maids 4.00 6.00 Meteors 4.00 6.O0 Gates 4.C0 .S 00 Carnations 2.00 2.50 " large and fancies 3.00 Lilium Harrisii lO.OO 12.50 Sweet Peas .50 Valley, select 4.00 Valley, outdoor 2.00 Asparagus Plumosus, per stg. .50 .75 Asparagus Sprengeri 3.00 4.00 Ferns, per 101 0, 12.51 .25 Galax, per lOOO, $1.25 .15 Leucothoe sprays 1.01 Adiantum 1.00 Smilax, perdoz 1.50 2 00 Prices subject to change without notice Above prices are for flrst-class stock. Lower grades billed accordingly. WILD SMILAX In Limited Quantities. 30-lb. case $6. Orders Promptly Filled. 51-53 Wabasli Ave. I J.B.DCdfTllld^.. CHICAGO?. GLADIOLUS Closing Prices.. BULBS T.OOO. 'D separate colors, 1st size, at |t2.50 per 1000. 10.000 High Grade Mixtures, for cut flowers, 1st size, at flO per 1000. 8,000, good mixed, 1st size, at |7.50 per 1000. Novelty, No. "1900," f4.00 per lOO. CHICAGO New York Vaughan's Seed Store, COMMISSIONS CARRIED OUT in LONDON or any part of Great Britain. Messrs. WILLS & SEGAR will attend to any commission from American florists for the supply of Cut Flowers, Birthday Flowers, Bouquets, High Class Floral Designs, etc., to their clients who may be traveling in England. Ulll 10 0 PEP AD Court Florists to HI. IVILLO fb OCuAn, Majesty, The King. ROYAL EXOTIC NURSEHY, Teleobaus, Onslow Crescent, South Kensington, FLOBC0LO, London. LONDON, ENGLAND. «« Fumigation Methods" BY PROr. JOHNSON. Every Grower needs CI AH this book Price ■J)i»WW AMERICAN fLORIST COMPANY, 324 Dearborn Street, CHICAGO. You will benefit the American Flo- rist by mentioning it every time you write an advertiser in these columns Wbol^ale [lower/arKjfe MiLWATJESE, ]\Iay 29. Boses, Beanty, long, per doz. 2.50@ 3.00 " " med. " 1.00® 1.60 " " .hort " .50® .75 " Liberty 6.00@10.00 " Bride, Bridesmaid 3.00@ 5.00 " Meteor 4.00® 6.00 " Golden Gate 3.00® ."i. 00 '• Perle 3.00® 5.00 Oarnationi, ordinary 2. CD " fancy 3.00 Harrisii 10.00 "Lily ol the valley 2.00© 4.00 TuUps 1.50® 2.00 Adiantum 75® 1.00 Smilax 18.00@20 00 Asparagus 65. 00 Common ferns .25 PITTSBUB8, May 29. Roses, Beauty, specials 20.00@3J.OO extras 13.00@15.00 No. 1 4.00® 6.00 " No. 2 3.00 " Bride, Bridesmaid 1.00® 6 00 " Meteor 1.00® 4.00 Carnations l.OD® 3.0O Lily of the valley 2.00® 3.00 Harrisii lilies 5.00@10.00 Pansies 25® .50 Daisies 50® l.OO Sweet Peas 20® .60 Smiiai 10.00@12.00 Adiantum .'. 73® 1.00 Asparagus 33.00340.00 CiKoiNMATI, May 29. Roses, Beauty 10.0a@25.ao " Bride 1.009 4.00 " Bridesmaid 1.00® 4.00 " Meteor 1.80® 4.00 " Perle 1.00® 3.00 Liberty 1.00® 4.00 Oarnations 76® 2.00 Lily of the valley 8.00® 4.00 Sweet Peas ..50 Longiflorum lilies 8.00 Asparagus 60.00 Smllai 15.00 Adiantum ouneatum 1.00 Common ferns .20 St. Lopis, May 30. Roses, Beauty, short stem 5.00@12.50 " " longstems 15.00@35.00 " Bride, Bridesmaid 2.00® 5.00 Meteor 2.00® 5.00 Golden Gate 2.00® 5.00 Carnations, ordinary 1.00 '* choice 1.60 Sweet peas 25® .40 Harrisii 0.00® 8.00 Callas 6.0C@10.00 Smilax 12.60(ral6.0a Asparagus Sprengeri 1.00® 1.50 " Plumosus 1.00® 1.60 Sweet Potato Plants. YELLOW JERSEY, $2.00 Per 1000. DAVIS BROS., Morrison, III. Pleaie mention the American Florist when writing. E. H. Hunt, WHOLESALE Cut flowers THE "OLD RELIABLE." 76 Wabash Ave., CHICAGO. Poehlmann Bros. Co. Wholesale Growers of asd Dealers .- Cut Flowers All telegraph and telephone orders _ given prompt attention. 35-37 Qreenhoubes: Randolph Street* Morton Grove, III. CHICAQO, ILL. The Cincinnati Cut Flower Co., ?i*NKTi:o. WHOLESALE FLORISTS. Consignroents Solicited. Special Attention Given to Shipping Orden. Cut Flower Exchange, WU. DILOER, Manager, WHOLESALE GOMIIISSION. Full line of Florists' Supplies and Decorations. Special attention to shipping orders. 26 Miami Avenue, DETROIT, MICH. RICE BROTHERS WHOLESALE FLORISTS and FLORAL SUPPLIES. Receivers and Shippers of Fresh Cut Flowers. Special attention to shipping orders. A com- plete line of Florists' needs. Send for price list Prompt returns on all consij^umeuts. 128 N. Sixtti St. MINNEAPOLIS, MINN. fXease mention the A merxcan Fl&rtst whef^ v/rtting. C. A. KUEHN. Wholesale Florist, IISZ PINE STREET. fc ST. LOUIS, HO. fff"A complete line of Wire Deelfna. Pittsburg Gut Flower Go. Ltd WHOLESALE FLORISTS. m Pltttburg, Pa. Please mention the American Florist when jt'tttine- H.G.BERNING Wholesale Elorfst 1322 Pine St., ST. LOUIS> MO. Frank M. Ellis, WHOLESALE FLORIST, 1316 Pine Street, ST. LOUIS, MO. OON8IOMMBNT8 SOLICITED. jgo2. The American Florist. 691 JUNE WEDDINGS and COMMENCEIVIENTS Yoof work for these occasions will give satisfaction if you get your supplies from Amling. Best Beauties, Tea Roses, Paeonias, Fancy Carnations, Orchids, Valley, Green Goods. Everything that's to be had anywhere. E.C.AmIing The Largest, Best Equipped and Most Centrally Located Wholesale Cut Flower House in Chicago. 32-34-36 Randolph St. CHICAGO. L. D. PHONES CENTRAL 1999 AND 1977. PRICE LIS' BEAUTIES. 30-36-inoh stems, per dc 24 " 20 " 16 " 12 " 6 to 8-in, " per 100 Brides Maids r. z., $3.00 2.00 150 1.00 .75 J4.00 5.00 Per 100 $4 00 6.00 4.00 600 4.00 6.00 4.00 6.00 1.00 1.50 3.00 1.00 1.25 3 00 6.00 .75 1.00 4.00 .60 .75 .50 .60 3.00 6.00 .15 1.00 , 1.50 2.00 out notice Meteors Carnations large and fancies Callas Der doz Pteonias Sweet Peas Valley, select Marguerites Asparagus plumosus, per stg Sprengeri Galax " 1.35 Adiantum Smilax per doz. Prices subject to change witt J.a.BUDL©NG Boses and Carnations A Specialty. 37-39 Randolph Street, CHICAGO. WHOLESALE 6R0WER of CUT FLOWERS The F. R. WILLIAMS CO. WHOLESALE FLORISTS. Brides, Maids, Meteors, Carnations, Cut Adiantum, Galax, Common Ferns, and Florists' Supplies. Teleplione Connections. Oi:*BJ"VBJi:*A.mi>, O^IO. A. L. Randall, WHOLESALE flORIST. 4 Washington Street, CHICAGO. Send for weekly price list and special quotations on 1000 lots. WEILAND AND RISCH CHICAGO'S RELIABLE Wholesale Growers and Shippers of CUT FLOWERS, 59 Wabash Ave., Chicago. BSHX> FOB WBBKLT PEIOB LIST. WHOLESALE FLORISTS Benthey&Co. p. e. BENTHEY, Manager, Wholesale Gommission Florists 31-35 Randolph St., CHICAGO. C^Consl^ments solicited Watch This Space FOR FUTURE BARGAINS. JOHIV BISOX>, 349 West North Avenue, CHICAGO, ILL. Greenhouses, Niles Center, III. American riorlst Advertisements Work Every Day. Wbol^jale power/arKjfe Roses, Beauty, CmoAoo, May 28. 30 to 36-inch stems 24 " 30 15 12 " 6to8 " "per 100 4 " Bride, Bridesmaid 4 " Meteor 4 " Perle 3 " GoldenGate 4 Carnations 2 Lily of the valley 3 Harrisii 8. Callas, per doz 1.25@1.50 Cape jasmines Paionias perdoz. .7o@ l.OO Cattleyas per doz. 6.00 Sweet Peas 1 Adiantum Galax leaves, per 1000 |1 .25 Smilai per dozen 1.50@ 2.00 3.00 2.00 1.50 1.00 .75 00® 5.00 .00® 8.00 .00® 8.00 .00® 6.00 .00® 8.00 .00® 4.00 .00® 4.00 00@12.60 2.00 CO® 1.50 1.00 .15 LILYof the VALLEY The finest now ready to cut. Fine pips from cold storage, $13 per 1000. H. :iv. ]bi«xj:n:®, 1409.141 1 W. Madison St., CHICAGO. FOR JUNE WEDDINGS. Large blooms, long stems, 2x2x4 feet case I3.S0. Green Laurel, long stems |2.S0 per case. Packed with Sphag- num Moss. Ready June 1st. W. Z. rURNELL, Blooming Laurel Snow Hill, Md. Please mention the American Florist CTery time yon write to an advertiser. Bassett&Washburn 76 & 78 Wabash Ave., CHICAGO. Gut Flowers Wholesale Dealers and Growers of GREENHOUSES HINSDALE, ILL. WIETOR BROS. iCut Flowers Wholesale Growers All telegraph and telephone orders given prompt attention. 51 "Wafcaslj Avenue, CHICAGO. FRANK GARLAND, " Cut Flowers Wholesale Grower SPECIAL ATTENTION TT TT* Tg TVT *ffi OIVEN TO HARDY CUT -"^ MJ^MX-i:^ '^ 6S-S7 WABASH AVENUE, Telephone Central 3284. OHIOA.OO. GEO. REINBER6, "8st.t Cut Flowers Choice American Beauties.. We win take oare of your orders at reasonable prices. Prompt attention. B1 Wabash Ava., CHICAQO, ILL. J^ase mention the A mertcan Flonst when •writing. PETER REINBERG, Grower and Wholesaler of Cat Flowers. eOO.OOO PBBT OP QLA8S. Haadauarters for American Beauty. 51 Wabash Ave., - CHICABO, ILL JOHN MUNO, Wholesale Grower and Shipper of Boom 221. 51 Wabash Ave., CHICAGO. TKLBPHOifB Cbntbal 3598. All telegraph sat telephone orders given prompt attention. Al11Prirl:xla, I*a. igo2. The American Florist. 693 FOR SEASONABLE FLOWERS JOHN I. RAYNOR, 49W. 28lhSt., NEWYORK. WHOLESALE COMmiS- SION FLORIST. Telephone 1998 Madison Square YOUNG & NUGENT WHOLESALE FLORISTS JfEw^YORkf '"*' Are shipping the finest Roses, Carnations, Valley, Orchids, Novelties, in the New Yoric Marltet. -Price list to Applicants. TELEPHONE 206S MAOISON SaUARE. Walter F. Sheridan, Wholesale Florist, Telephone 902 Ukdlson Sq.Tuire. 39 West 28th St.. NEW YOBK. Telephone Noa. 2239 and 2034 Madison Square. MOORE, HENTZ & NASH Wholesale Commission Florists, 65 and 57 West 26th St.. NEW YORK CITY. Adjoining New York Cut Flower Co. Balesroom. Finest Salesroom in the Trade. Inspection Invited. All business, selling or shipping, strictly commlsBlon. 1 u/uni C9RI r WILLIAM GHORMLEY, p„m.,»»,„|, | W l|lll rAlll P RECEIVER AND SHIPPER OF FRtSH CUT FLOWERS. DAILY STOCK Of ALL |jll|l|ll| I UU I Ull *■"''""*"■'■■■ THE CHOICEST VARIETIES FROM BEST GROWERS WHO SHIP TO NEW YORK. WIIIIII I WW I W II ORCHIDS, ROSES, CARNATIONS, VALLEY. Talsphona 2200 Madison Square, 07 WEST 28th STREET, NEW YORK CITY. JOHN YOUNG Special American Beauties, Surpassing Carnations, Lily of the Valley, Orchids, and all Seasonable Flowers. 51 West 28th St., NEW YORK. Tel. 1905 Madison Sq. THE KECOCNIZED HEADQUARTERS IN NEW YORK CITY FOR Violets and Carnations flROWERS and BUYERS make a note ot this. It will be to your advantage. WM. H. GUNTHER. SO West 29th St., New Yorlc. Telephone 551 Madison Square. Frank Millang from 5 a. m. to 5. p. m. Cut Flower Exchange, 55 W. 26th Street, Phone 299 Madison Square. NEW YORK. ESTABLISHED 1872. JOHN J. PERKINS, COMMISSION FLORIST, Solicits Consignments or Shipping Orders. Satisfaction given in both. Write tor Terms. 115 We»t 30th St., New York. POPULAR WITH THE TRADE. Therefore a profitable place to send your Flowers. M. 3. HART'S, 48 Wast 30th St., Naw York City. Telephone 325 Madison Square. Choice Carnations. Seiected Roses. Traendly&Schenck NEV YORK QTY, 38 W. 28th Street, Cut Flower Exchange. New Telephone No. 788 IS¥>.^'X'0^. F. B. VANDEGRIFT & CO., Publishers of Vandegritt's United States Tariff. Customs Brokers and Forwafders. Foreign Enpress, Export and Insurance Brokers. WFU/ Vnni^ Office, 66 Beaver street I A. B. C. Code Dsed I fuidLnn lltn lUKR Telephone, 928 Broad. | Cable Address, Vangrilt. I 1A1UU Office, 316 Dearborn SL Phone, lliirnson 840. RHODODEDRONS.... r AA Clumps of Rhododendron Maxi- JW mum, 6 to 8 ft. hiKh, at $55 a do/.. Prices of smaller clumps and Kalmias on application L. F. KINNEY, Kingston, R. I. |>| FUJI IXIO Large Flowering, leading 1,1 riVIA I 1^ kinds, strong 2-ycar plants *'"-■-"■'■ ' '^^ from 4-inch pols in 12 sorts. 42.00 per do?,.; $16.00 per 100. 25 at 100 rale. Clioloe Hardy Monllily ROSES In twelve (12) kinds, $I.6U per doz., llO.uO per lUO. ADIANTUiM, (Maiden Hair Fsrnm), strong clumps, $5.UU per luo; 7fcc perOoz. r. A. BAUER, Bloomington, III. P/rasr mrnlum the Amrt nan l-'lorist ichcn w> iting, B.W. DIRKEN, Oudanboseh, Holland. ORNAMENTAL AND FOREST TREES A SPECIALTY. Conifen, Evergreens, Hollies, Etc Jt Jt Jt Prices on Application. Park Architects and Dealers will find whatever they want in the Holland Nurseries, DeBilt near Utrecht xioi^x^A.PSi:>. SPECIALTIES ARE : Conifers. Everereens, Hardy Shrubs, Lilacs, Ornamental Trees, Fruit Trees in different forms, Azaleas, Rhododendron Ponticum and Hybridum. Please send list of your wants and write for general catalogue. We will make you special offers. Write to GROENEWEGEN & ZOON, D« Itllt, near Utreclit, Holland. Nurseries, F. BRUNTON Monoccer. LAUREL HILL Iini>ort('rs aiitl (irnwers of Choice Hardy Peren- nials. Native Trees, Shrubs, Specimen Ever- Oreens. W*' i^row hirtf*»»|ii Hiit.it ii-s or IHs, Paeon- las, Trilomaa, Phlox, Delphiniums; sUxk itt ii^r- fectly hardy, inn* to naniM. SoimI fur Special CiitHloKue of >'»•» IlMniv Alpin-* Iris, now In the press. STOCKBRIDCE, MASS., U. S. A. igo2. The American Florist. 697 Specialties for School closings- == June Weddings* Baskets, Ribbons, Silk Cords, Cycas Wreaths, Cycas Leaves and Cut Flowers OF ALL KINDS. BUY OF HEADQUARTERS. McKellar &Winterson Co. 45-47-49 Wabash Ave., Chicago. NEW CROP DAGGER FERNS iTd^tli 1000, They are extra choice; a sample lot will convince vou thev are the best in the market. BOUQUET GREEN, 5c per lb BRONZE and GREEN GALAX, Al quality, 75c per lOtO. DiscouDt on large orders. Send forsam- o^'our LAUREL WREATHS for Memorial Day. Just what you want. We send out the finest Laurel Festooning in the mar- ket; fresh made. 4c, 5c. and 6c per yard. Discount on large quantifies. Send us your orders for Me- morial Day early and they'll be promptly filled with the Best Millington, Mass. Tel. oflice, New Salem. Please mention the American Florist when writing. FUMIGATION METHODS By PROF. W. Q. JOHNSON Formerly State Entomologist of Maryland A Practical Treatise and timely work on cheap ana effective meausuf de^t^o.vlni,' insect pests and other vermin in various plates. This wolk is the outcome of iiractical tests made by the author, to- gether with the experiences of others, and is one of the most important books published this season ami is nmrh needed at this time. It will be of particular iuterest to FBCIT GROWERS AND NtJRSEKTMEN owing to the widespread prevalence of the notorious San Jose scale. Hydrocyanic acid gas is the only practical remedy tor the destruction of this pest and is being used more extensively than ever before bv narseryineu and fruit urowers. The i>erfection of the apparatus for fumigating young orchard trees is outlined in this work. The methods can be easily applied in orchards and nurseries for jiiany danger- ous pestsatvery small cost. The writer is consid- ered the best autiioiity on thissubject in this country and has left nothing undone to make this the most complete work of the kind ever published. GARDENERS AND FLORISTS have found that ve;:etables and flowers caimot be grown under glass without frequent fumigation for the aestrnctioii ot insect pests. Hydrocyanic acid gas has solved this problem. The methods of pro- cedure are fully described and ever}' detail is given tor generating and applying the gas. MltlLEKS AND GRAIN DEALERS have been lonkine forward to the publication of this work, as hydrocyanic acid gas has been found one ot the most imnortant materials for clearing mills and warehouses ot insects. The subject of carbon bi- sulphide for fumigating mills and elevators con- taining grain in storage Is also thoroughly consid- ered. To this trade the work is indispensable and transportation companies have foinid it of great ▼alne for the fumigation of cars, ships and other inclosui-es infested with vermin. FARMERS OF THE COtTNTRT have here fully described a simple, easy remedy for gophers, prairie dogs, squirrels and other animals 3 the ground, and rats and mice in any inclosure. COLLEGE AND STATION WORKERS will finil it an up-to-date reference work on this sub- ject. It is complete in every respect and Is the onlv work of the kind ever published. It is written in a popular non-technical style, profusely illustrated, handsomely bound, covering 250 pages, price, post- paid, gl.OO. AMERICAN FLORIST CO. $34 Dearborn St. CHICAQO. ILL. Seasonable Stock, Per 100 GERANIUMS— 2-iDch pots strong, including Mars, Hubert Charron, S. A. Nutt, Marvel, Mme. Landry, Mme. Charotte, Due d' Mont- mart, La Favorite, and Countess de Castiers J3.00 BEGONIA REX-Best vatieties, in 2>^-inch and 3-inch pots 5.00 PELARGONIUMS — Latest novelties lO.CO FEVERFEW (Matricaria) 2.50 PHALARIS— Arundinacea Var„ for bordering canna beds 4 00 NEPHROLEPIS Cordifolia-3-in. pots 4.00 CANNAS — 3-inch pots, Pierson's Pre- mier, Mme. Crozy, Chas. Hender- son, Florence Vaughan and Queen Charlotte 5.00 ANEMONE Japonica — 2-inch pots, just right tor planting out. Queen Charlotte, Japonica Alba and Lady Ardilaun 4 00 Elegantissima 5 00 Mont Rose and Rose Superba doz. 1.00 NATHAN SMITH & SON, ADRIAN. MICH. JOSEPH HEACOCK, Wyncote, Pa., Grower of Palms and Am. Beauty Roses. ASTER Plants Semple's Branching and Queen of the Market, in white, pink, blue and red, fine plants, grown from the finest seed saved by myself, at $2.50 per 1000; 40c per 100. J. C. SCHMIDT, BRISTOL. PA. SPECIALTIES In Best Varieties ROSESj from 3-inch pots. CARNATIONS, for aU deUvery, CHRYSANTHEMUMS, SMILAX, VIOLETS. Prices Low. Send for List. WOOD BROTHERS, Fishkill, N. Y. iN^e^w drojj .Vre now ready, A No. 1 quality, $1.50 per lOOO. BOUQUETGREEN Princess Pine, 6c per lb. BRONZE AND GREEN GALAX, 5000 lots. 75c per 1000. LEUCOTHOE SPRAYS 7S cents per 100. LAURELFESTOONING 4c, 5c and 6c per yard. LAUREL WREATHS^ to order, any size. Boston, May 3rd. 1902. We would respectfully inform the trade that our new crop of Dagger Ferns is now ready and they are A No. 1 quality. We carry a full assort- ment of Florists' Hardy Supplifs as follows: Bronze and Green Galax. Hardy Cut and Fancy Ferns, Bouquet Green, Laurel Festooning, Laurel Wreaths, Buadle Laurel, etc. P. S.— Extra choice Dagger Ferns, $?.00ppr 1000. Satisfaction guaranteed and quick delivery. OrdT them now and avoid disappointment and the rush. Long distance telephone, 2618 Main. HENRY M. ROBINSON & CO. 32-34-36 COURT SQ., BOSTON, MASS. Bronze or green, 75c per ICOO, in 2 Oj lots or over; single lOOJ, $1.00. Fern, Fancy, $2.53 per 1000; Fern, Dageier, $1 50 per lOOO. Leucotho3 Sprays, bronze and green, assorted sizes, $1 per lOO. Green sheet moss, $3.60 per bbl. bag. L. J. KRESHOVER. 110-112 W. 27th Street, NEW YORK CITY. Telephone call. 597 Madison Square. HARKY A. BUNVARD. Mgr. ROOTED CUTTINGS Estelle, $5.00; L&wson, $4.00; Marquis and Elm City, $3.00; Crocker and Lord, $1.00 per 100. Other varieties on application. DANA R. HEBiBON, OLEAN, TS. T. GALAX BEGONIfl GLOIRE DE LORRAINE, 2X->nch pots, $15.00 per 100. Write for prices on large lots. Stock guaranteed absolutely free from disease. THOMAS ROLAND, Nahant, Mass. 698 The American Florist. May j"/. Our Pastimes. Announcements of coming contests or other •Tents of interest to our bowling, shooting and OTOline readers are solicited and will be given place in this column. Address all correspondence for this department to Wm. J. Stewart, 79 Milk St., Boston, Mass.; Robt. Kilt, 1725 Chestnut St., Philadelphia, Pa.; or to the American Florist Co., 324 Dearborn St., Chicago, 111. At New York. The following is the record of the three games bowled last Monday, May 26: Plaver 1st 3d 3d Hafner 194 181 202 Siebrecht 191 157 154 Lantr 181 184 189 Bunyard 123 133 146 At Jamestown, N. Y. The silver cap has fallen to the rose growers, for they were 255 pins to the good at the conclusion of the series of games rolled during the past three months. The employes of the Lakeview Rose Gardens held a very successful ball on the evening of May 29. At Philadelphia. The annual contest is beginning to loom up and from the account of scores noticed as the weeks fly by we w^ill have to "get a hump on" if we shall retain our present championship title. President Westcott had best get his committee together and determine who shall com- prise the team or select some method looking to the formation of one that shall be a credit to the club. Bowling goes on merrily and many good scores are being recorded. The most complete record is kept of each game bowled; In fact, every game is recorded and an aver- age made up each month for the benefit of the members. An exciting match was bowled last Thursday by the "Friday- nighters" and the first team. The Mack- erels had Geo. Moss and "Jack" Dunham, of the first team, but, although they put up a good game, they could not pull out winners and were defeated by seventy- four pins. The score follows: Florists 1st 2d 3d T'l Jlooney 189 151 115 494 Allen 179 137 144 460 Starr 139 176 145 460 Moore 119 163 193 465 Johnson 163 166 190 609 Teamtotala 798 773 817 2388 FRIDAT-NIOeTEBS 1st 2d 3d T'l Moss 177 172 193 453 Dunham 164 189 148 491 Eimerman 115 126 16) 401 Adelberger 143 149 169 481 Archer 131 146 HJ 419 Team totals 7i0 782 812 2314 K. •-•-• Utica, N. Y. BUSY SEASON FOB THE GBOWEBS. — PLANT- ING OUT AT ITS HEIGHT. — IIUSINESS GOOD EVEBVWHERE.— MUCH BUILDING AND SEHODBLING IN PROGRESS.— GOOD STOCK THE HULE.— WHAT THE GROWBRS ARB DOING. The planting season is well under way and hustle, in all that this term implies. Is the order of the day. Utica is rather tardy so far as favorable spring weather it concerned. Only two weeks ago frost made its re-appearance, leaving the imprint of its icy embrace upon the young carnation plants in the field; not enough, however, to cause irreparable damage. Business has never been better, at may be inferred from the factot the additional house! that are being built and the gen- eral overhauling and remodeling of places which is everywheri going on. Wm. Pfeifer is regarded as one of the most successful carnation growers in this section. A glance at his stock cer- tainly bears out this opinion, especially the Marquis and Lawson. Prosperity also seems to be grown on a prosperous basis at his place. Queen Louise is with- out a doubt the leading white. Mr. Pfeifer's right hand man, Wm. Kaufler, takes a great interest in the place, the result being high grade stock and in pay- ing quantity. J. C. Spencer, as usual, has things about his establishment in an attractive, up-to-date way. Heis a staunch believer in the trite, though ever true saying, that "whatever is worth doing at all is worth doing well." His general stock, as a consequence, looks thrifty, healthy and well grown. Mr. Spencer has a scarlet carnation seedling which" bids fair to rank among the best. Wm. Mathews, of orchid fame, has no complaint whatever to register. His orchids, as usual, show up fine and pay well. His general stock is likewise in the pink of condition. Mr. Mathevss contemplates rebuilding two orchid houses, and while at it will give his other houses some overhauling. Peter Crowe is at it tooth and nail, building an additional range ol rose houses to his already extensive place. As a rose grower Mr. Crowe's reputation is well established and, having dispensed with his retail store, he will give his entire attention to roses for the whole- sale market. Dr. A. W. Rowlands is building two additional rose houses, each 20x100. Dr. Rowlands' experience as a florist has been in no wise disappointing. His two carnation houses, built a year ago at Whitestown, a suburb of Utica, are remunerative, the stock being of high grade. F. E. Shaw intends growing carnations on a larger scale than heretofore. While enjoying a fine retail trade, Mr. Shaw finds it profitable to grow for the whole- sale market as well. His carnations invariably find a brisk demand at good prices. His general stock looks equally well. Frank J. Baker, alderman, iern man, carnationist, rosarian and all-around good grower and good fellow, has in course of construction two additional fern houses, each 28x100. Nine houses, each 18x150, are given to roses and carna- tions. Chas. F. Seltzer, the veteran, reports a good all-around trade with plenty of stock to meet demands. He lost his only son, a young man in the twenties, shortly after New Year and, I am sure, has the sin- cere sympathy of every man in the craft. NoMis. Walla Walla, Wash.— The Phillips Floral Company, formerly C.W. Phillips, is building a lOO-foot carnation house and making other important improve- ments in the plant. Fall River, Mass. — Charles Smith, former superintendent of Oak Grove Ceme- tery, has been appointed general super- intendent of the park system and a con- tract has been closed with Olmsted Brothers for the planning and supervision of workof parkimprovement for aperiod of three years. Work was started on May 19. H NOTICE h To the Trade of the United States and Canada. Moved From IITGECST to LISSE, HOLLAND, H. Zi|p & Co. Bulb Growers and Nurserymen. Carnations, Geraniums Cannas, Etc. The Cottage Gardens, Queens, L. I. Prices quoted upon application. tftr t t t t .AN.. Indispensable Adjunct I TO a successful wholesale business is an up-to-date, accurate, complete Trade Directory. Such a book, 4)8 pagfcs, containing; the name and address of every florist, nurseryman and seedsman in America, new list of private gardeners and horti- cultural supply concerns and much other informa- tion will be mailed from this office on receipt of $2. AMERICAN FLORIST CO. 334 Dearborn St.. CHICAQO, ILL. igo2. The American Florist. 699 OFFER OF CANNAS The following varieties can be supplied in strong plants from 3-inch pots, well established, for quick effect, $5.00 per JOO; $40.00 per JOOO. ALSACE, sulphur changing to white, ^% feet. BRONZE SEEDLING, rich bronze foliage, currant red flowers, one of the best dark-leaved varieties, 4V4 feet. LURAY, pleasing deep rosy pink, 4 feet. MME. CROZY, standard gilt edge, red, 4 feet. MLLE. BERAT, the best pink bedder, 4 feet. ROBERT CHRISTIE, bright orange red, fine,4>^ feet. SOUV. de ANTOINE CROZY, intense scarlet crimson, rich golden yellow edge. SOUV. du PRESIDENT CARNOT, vermilion scarlet with bronze foliage, 6 feet. SOUV. de MME. LEONIE VIENNOT, carmine with yellow edge, a fine bedder, 4 feet WILHELM B0F1N6ER, rich scarlet overlaid orange, very bright, 5 feet. HENRY A. DREER, 714 Chestnut St., PHILADELPHIA, PA. Orchids ! ^ Arrived in fine condition: Cattleya labiata, C. Skinneri, C. Dowiana, Oncidium varicosum Rogersii and Peristeria elala; also a fine lot of Anthurium Scberzerianum. Write for our illustrated, descriptive catalague of orchids. Special list ot freshly imported unestablished Orchids, just ready. Write for a copy. LAGER & HURRELL, «""""■ ^- -»• Orcbid Orowers and Importers. Nasturtiums* mostly Emprefis of India and other fine sorts, from 4-inch pots; bushy, beautifully in bloom, only $1.00 per 100. SMITH'S HYBRID MOONVINES, 2^-inch pots, $5 per KG. Cash with order please. GODFREY ASCHMANN. (Rising Sun.) 1012 Ontario St., PHILADELPHIA, PA. One or Two Pairs each of Oleander and Scarlet Hibiscus Specimpn plants. Give full particulara pt-r 100 25 00 per 1000 M. Louise i.Tn per 100 25.00 per lnOO Lady Campbell 3.B0 per 100 2J.50 per 1000 Grabb & Hunter, Grand Rapids, Mich. Cannas, Roses, Palms, Etc. ilMUUBQ Strong, S-ln. rot plants, un- UAllllAwi less noted at $4 10 per 100, Florence Vaughan, Italia. Queen Charlotte, Pres, Cleveland, J. D, Cabos, Sophia Bucbner, Egandale, Burbank, Duke of Marlborough, Alsace, Robert Christie. Martha Washington, at J6.00 per 100. nfl^r^ A general assortment of Ever- IfUOCwi blooming varieties, strong, 2-inch and 2!4-inch pots, $3.50 per 100; $20.00 per 1000. MpnamilllQ S, A, Nutt, Mme. Bar- UCnAHIUniOi ney, Richelieu, La Favorite, John Doyle, Mme. Charles Molin and Beaute Poitevine, $30.00 per 1C05. Per 100 Marquis de Castellane $S.OO Set of 4 New Bruants for 60c. Set of 8 New Doubles for $1.50. In good asscrtment. our choice of vari- eties, $27.60 per 1000. Per 100 PRIMULA FORBESl W.OO HELIOTROPES 2-00 SELAGINELLA Emmeliana 2.00 FUCHSIAS, in good assortment of varie- ties, 2i4-in. pots 3.50 BEGONIAS— Vernon and Vuloan 2..'iO LANTANAS in variety 2 50 Areca Lutescens, 214-in. pots, $30.00 per ICOO 4.00 Areca Lutescens, 3-in. pota 8.00 Areca Lutescens, 4-in, pots., 3 plants in a pot 20.00 Kentia Belmoreana, 2H-in. pots 7 00 Kentia Belmoreana, 3-in. pots 15 00 Latania Borbonica, 2^-in. pots 3.0O Latania Borbonica, 3-in, pot, $40 per 1000 5 00 Pandanus Utilis, 2!4-in. pots 5.00 Pandanus Utiiis, 4-in. pots 15.00 Pandanus Veitchii, 4-in. pots, $6.00 perdoz. B|Storrs& Harrison Co. PAINESVILLE, OHIO. r»#^f«^^^^^^^M%#t Geraniums, Petunias, Asters. PCDAIIIIIMQ ^^ ^^® ^^^^^ offering the following Superb varieties, extra strong rooted cuttings, iJQilANIUIlIu which will make salable 2>4-in. stock in short no'ice, labeled and true to name, $1 50 per 100; $14.00 per 1000; S. A. Nutt (best crimson bedder), E. G. Hill F. Perkins, Beaute Poitevine, Mme. Bruant. Dutchess of Orleans, Thos. Meehan, Alphonse Riccard, L. P. Morton, Athlete, J. J. Harrison, E. Kelway, Mme. Jaulin. nniini r rniUPCn DCTIIUIAP Ten novelties, mostly light oolorB, labeled, fine plants in bud UUUDLl rnlNuCU rtlUnlMo and bloom, from 2V4-in. pots, ,S3.C0 per 100; $18.00 per 1000. Samf varieties from 2^-in. pots, $1.75 per 100; $15.00 per lOOO. Rooted cuttings, $1 per 100; $8 per lOOO. ■ ojrno Giant Comet, colors white, pink, blue or crimson. Plants from 2H-in. pots, $1.35 per 100; AO I tnu $12.00 per lOCO, Cash with order. THE W. T. BUCKLEY PLANT CO.. SPRINGFIELD. ILL. Wittboldii Ferns.... A rare chance to get stock of this fine fern cheap. 2'/i-'\n. |5, 3-in. f8, 5-in. |20 per 100. Bench plants, good for 2;^-in. $3, 3-in. $S, 4-in. |6, 6-in. |2S a 100. Per 100 ALTERNANTHERA, pot plants, red, yellow, pink |2 00 RUSSELIA Multiflora and Elegantis- sima, 2;^-in 3 CO Per 100 BOSTON FERNS, 3-in |8 00 VINCA Major, strong 3 00 GERANIUMS, 6 vars 3 00 COLEUS, lOvais 2 00 Cash Please. A. J. BALDWIN, Newark, Ohio. I*la.nts. Per 100 Per lUOO B^r>DIIVO Roses, Brides and Maids, 2-in $2.00 $18.00 Dracaena ludlvisa, 5-iu 10.00 Heliotrope, 3-ln 2,10 18.00 Lobelia, C, P. C. and White Gem, S-ln, 1.50 Salvia Bonfire, 2-in 2.0O 18.00 Bmilax, from flats, 25c; by mail 30 Asters, best strains, strong transplanted .50 Asparagus Plunio.sus Nanus, 3-in 3,00 Vincas.3-iil 1.50 Ceiitauri:a Gymnucarpa and C. Candi- dissima, 3-in 2,C0 CASH OR C, O, D. McAllister & CO., Batavia, III. All the best varie- ties, oxtra fine plantB. S. A. Nutt. Marvel, Qrant, F. r-TkinP. Miiio. .laulin, La Favorite, Hill, etc. GERANIUMS .l-innli in bull or bloom, $5.00 per 100. PANSIES, extra line plants from cold frame, now in bud, $1.00 per 110; $8.00 per lOOU. DOUBLE DAISIES, larKt; plants. 76c per 100; $).0') pet lOOO. ASPAR- AGUS SPRENGERI, seedling's from ItatH ready for potting, $1.00 per 100. Hill Top Craanhousaa, l6-ie Cray Ava., Ulloa, N. V. Please mrtition the American Flottst when lutiting. IMPERIAL VIOLETS. Fine, strong plants, from 2-in. rose pots, $2 50 per hundred; $22.50 per thousand. Central Michigan Nursery, KALAMAZOO, MICH. American Florist Advts. tgo2. The American Florist. 70;! 2cts. ROSES. 2cts. To close out for cash. Strong plants from 2H-inch pots, in the following varieties; Aichduke Charles Media Agrippina Marie Van Houtte Bride Mme. Margottin Bridesmaid Malmaison Bon Silene Marechal Niel C. Soupert Maid of Honor Catherine Mermet Mme. Abel Chatenay Climbing Wootton Mrs. Robert Garrett Climbing Meteor Mme. Cecile Berthod Dr. Grill Papa Gontier Devoniensis Pink Soupert Duchess oe Brabant President Carnot Folkestone Princess Venosa F. Kruger Queen's Scarlet Golden Gate Keine Marie Henriette Geo. Bancroft Snowflake Kaiserin Souvenir de Wootton La Princess Vera Striped La France Mme. Lambard Sylph Mme. Camille Soltaterre Marie GuiUot The Queen Mme. Jos. Schwartz Tri de Pernet Pere Maman Coohet Victor Huso Mrs. Degraw White La France Meteor Price, $3.00 per 100. Not less than Ave of a kind. AH stock guaranteed true to name. Pack- ing free and always done in light and thorough manner. R. H. MURPHEY & SON, Urbana, 0. ROSE PLANTS Well Established Plants from 2 i°2-inch pots. Per 100 Per 1000 BRIDE $3 00 $25.00 BRIDESMAID 3.00 25.00 PERLE 3 00 25.00 GOLDEN GATE 3.00 25 00 METEOR 3.00 25.00 All plants sold under express condition that if not satisfactory when received they are to be returned immediately, when money will be refunded. PETER REINBERG, 61 Wabath Avanue, CHICAGO. ROSE PLANTS 2V^-inch Rose plants, fully as good as any we have ever sent out : METEOR, $2.50 per JOO; $20.00 per 1000. MAIDS, 3.00 per JOO; 25.00 per JOOO. J. A. BUDLONG, 37-39 Randolph St. CHICAGO. n S n A A I Al O ^^ Chrysanthemums and KHKnHIM^ Fuchsias, named varie- ■•^■■•■^■■■'* ties, at 82.50 per 100. Ailamanda Williamsii $4 00 per 100 Acalypba SanderU S.liQ per 100 Kusselia Elegantissima 3.0O per lOO Vinca Variegata 4.00 per ICO All good 2y,-inch plants. The Conard & Jones Co, Westerove, Pa. Ready July 1 ASPARAGUS PLUMOSUS, 4-inoh at $7.50 per 100; 3-inch at $3.00 per 100; $40.00 per 1000. SMILAX. 2-inch at $1.50 per 100; $12.50 per 1000. BONE MEAL, best for Florists' use at $3.50 per 300 lb. bag. ALBERT M. HERR, LANCASTER, PA. Mention the American Florist when wnting to advertisers on this page. Rose Plants for Sale GOOD CLEAN STOCK, WELL ESTABLISHED. Brides, Bridesmaids, Meteors and Golden Gates, 2-in. rose pots, $30 per 1000; 3-in. rose pots, $45 per 1000; 4-in. rose pots, $60 per 1000. CHRYSANTHEMIM ROOTEP CUTTINGS.... TIMOTHY EATON, $3 per 100. Graenhousas, HINSDALE, ILL. BASSETT & WASHBURN, Stora, 76 Wabath Ave., CHICAGO. I The Sensational New Rose for 1902. I I MRS. OLIVER AMES. 1 For desctiption, prices, etc., see Trade List. SI 00.00 IS OFFERED N PRIZES for Cut Flowers ol this Rose at Madison Square Show next fall. rand pillar rose CRIMSON RAMBLER, from $2.00 to $6.00 per dozen, Also all the STANDARD forcing roses in variety, now ready for 5 Extra fine plants of tbe j 5 according to size and age. ^ shipment. I JOHN N. MAY, Summit, N. J. | NEW CARNATIONS. Cressbrook and Fair Maid, strong, from soil, $1.50 per doz.; $10.00 per 100; $75.00 per 1000. CHRYSANTHEMUMS Fine strong plants from 2Vi-inch pots, leady now. Our selection, all good standard sorts, $20.C0 per 1000. We have many other varieties than here listed. Send for complete list. Price per 100: T.Eaton $4.00 " - -.00 .00 .00 .00 8.00 R. Halliday Jf.OO Major Bonnaffon. .. 3.00 Philadelphia 5.00 Pennsylvania 5.00 Modesto 3.00 Nagoya 3 00 M. de Montmort. , .. 3.00 Glory of the Pacific 3.00 Lady Harriett 6.00 Maud Dean 4.00 Xeno 3.00 Geo. W. Childs 4.00 Intensity 4.00 Nellie Pockett. Lady Roberts Mrs. E. D. Smith... Golden Beauty Mrs. Chamberlain . Mme. F. Bergmann 3.0O Willowbrook 3.00 Merry Monarch 3 00 Polly Rose 3.00 G. S Kalb 3.00 Ivory 3.00 Mrs. J Jones 3.0O H. A. Parr 3.00 H. WEBEB & SONS, Oakland, Md. Rose Plants strong plants from 2j!^-inch pots, choice stock in every particular. Per 100 Per 1000 BRIDE 3.00 25.00 BRIDESMAID 3.00 25.00 METEOR 3.00 25.00 GOLDEN GATE 3.00 25.00 PERLE 3.00 25.00 GEO. REINBERG, 51 Wabash Ave.,Chica£^o. CARNATIONS FORTY VARIETIES, nearly all from soil. Send for prices on what you need. GEO. HANCOCK & SON^ GRAND HAVEN, MICH. Please mention the A merican Florist when writing. "The finest 1 ever bought anywhere," was the expression used by a promi- nent grower, this week. tS^ Write about them, or any other Roses you may want, to GEO. A. KUHU PEKIN. ILL. Carnation Floriana. We believe this to be the best pink carnation introduced to date, was disseminated in the spring of 1901 by originators, Messrs. Fillow & Banks. Price, $e per 100; $50 per 1000. 60 at 100 rate, 600 at 1000 rate. Less than 60, 8c each. Carnation and Chrys- themum Specialists, FLATBUSH, BROOKLYN. N. Y. Dailledouze Bros., 20,000 Chrysanthemums, "^"''^'ef/ffo Timothy Eaton, a^-inch $3.00 Kate Broomhead, Apple ton, 2i4-inch 2.50 Viviand-MT^rel, Maud Dean, BoQcatfon, Ivory, Trainer Park, 2V4-inch 2 00 Cuttings at one-half above prices. Steviai rooted "cuttings 1. 00 Geraniums, ^ood bedders, mixed. 2H-in. pots 2.50 Asters, transplanted, ready for field 75 COOLIDCE BROS., South Sudbury, Mass. Please mention the Amencayi Flo) I'sf -ivhen writing. HOIEE-GBOWN, FUnS, CLEAN STOCK; OKOWN COOI.. Write lor Pries Litl. J. B. HEISS< The Exotic Nurseries, DAYTON, OHIO^ 1,000 VINCA MAJOR VAR, Long tops and several shoots, 3-inch pots, $5.09 per 100; 2H-inch $3.00 per 100. 6,000 CANNAS. Austria, Burbank, dormant $3.00 per 100; Paul Bruant, fine red, $8.00 per lOO; Alsaoe, white, $4.00 per lOO; Robusta, bronze, $2.5U per 100. All Colors$l.50per 100. -Issorted Geraniums, 4-in. $5.00 per 100. Santolina Inoana, |8 per ICOO. Cash please. BENJ. CONNELL, West Grove,Pa. Please mention the American Florist when writing:. 702 The American Florist. May 31, Washington. TRADE ACTIVE BECADSE OF MANY PUBLIC AND SOCIAL EVENTS. — NOTABLE FUNERAL CALLS FOR USE OF MANY FLOWERS. — —STOCK PLENTIFDL BUT NONE TOO GOOD. — VARIOUS NOTES. Trade is brightening up a little with the weather, which is gettingquitewarm, with a much needed rain, the ground being so dry that it keepi back spring planting very much. Everybody is mak- ing preparations for Memorial day. Funeral work still takes the lead, but the school commencements will come in for a share a. The Art ...of Floral Arrangement The only special newspaper in the world for floral arrangement. 200 ILLUSTRATIONS ANNUALLY. Specimen number free. Subscription, $2.40 yearly. BINDEKUNST-VERLAQ J. OLBERTZ. ERFURT, GERMANY AMERICAN riORIST ADS ALWAYS DO BISINESS Week days and every d»y, Sundays and holidays, ALL OVER THE COlNTRYl AT HOME AND ABROAD. jgo2. The American Florist. 703 SPECIAL TRADE LIST 5?%^"!..^^" Size of pots. Per doz. 100 Asparagus Sprengerl 2 .25 $ 3.00 Ageratum, dark and light blue. ...3 .50 4.00 Alaysia citriodora, from 2^ .50 4.00 Bouvardias, single and double, white, pink and scarlet 2 .40 2.50 Bouvardia Humboldtii, jasmine flowering, sweet scented 2 .40 3.0O Clematis, large flowering varieties, strong plants 4.00 Clematis Paniculata, strong plants 4 1.50 10.00 Clematis Paniculata, strong plants 3 .75 5.00 Cobsea Scandens 3 .50 4 00 Geraniums, best bedding varieties 3 .50 4.0O Geraniums, Mrs. Parker 2^^ .75 5.00 Lobelias, Emperor \Villiam,Pumila Bplendens, pure white 2V^ .40 3 CO Lantana, Lemoine best dwarf var. 2H -40 3.00 Petunia, double white 3/2 -40 3.00 Umbrella Plants 3 .75 5.00 Salvia Splendens 3 ,50 4.00 Verbenas, fine assortment 3V4 3.00 A^iolets, the California, La France. Princess of Wales, Schoenbrun.. .40 3.00 Aster Plants, Queen of the Market, Scrapie's Branching, separate colors 1. 00 Chrysanthemums, best stand, var. 3i4 3,00 Chrysanthemums, plants from soil 1.50 Chrysanthemums, rooted cuttings, from sand bed 1.00 SEND FOB LIST OP VARIETIES. C.EISELEJIth and Jefferson Sts.. Philadelphia, Pa. Boston Ferns. Fine plants, $25 per 100. DRAC/ENA INDIVISA, 6-inch, $6.00; 7-inch, $7.00 per doz.; 2 ft. up, extra fine. KENTIAS,6in..$75and $100 per 100. 20,000 QERANIUMS, 3y2 and 4-in.,in bnd and bloom, $7 per 100, upwards. Nutt, Jaulin, Poitevine, Mt. Snow, La Favorite, etc., etc., and new ones—Jean Viaud, Jacquerie, Thos. Meehan, etc., etc., straight kinds. COLEUS, Verschaffeltii, Golden Bedder and mixed, 2-in., at $30 per 1000; 3-in., 140. Alternanthera, 3 kinds, $15 per 1000. L. H. Foster. 45 King St. , Dorchester. Mass. Shasta Daisy THE LATEST FLORAL WONDER. Plants 25c each; $2.50 per doz.; $15.00 per JOG; $t00.00 per JOOO. 25 at 100 rate. 500 at 1,000 rate. J 00 seeds, 50 cents. CALIFORNIA CARNATION GO. LOOMIS. CAL. Rubber Plants. strong 3-in., $1.50 per doz.; $12.50 per ICO. Strong S-in., 14 to 20 inches high and branched, $3.00 per doz. LATANIA PALMS, 3-in.,stronp, $3 per 100. BOSTON FERNS, 2'A-\a., |2.C0 per 100. HYDRANGEA OTAKSA, 4-inch, fine plants, $5.00 per 100. All of the above are fine, strong, healthy plants and ready to shift. CINCINNATI FLORAL CO. 2330 HARRISON AVE. CINCINNATI, O. |1 11 1 1 1 1 ^ Verschaffeltii, Yellow Queen, l||ll r|l>\ Golden Bedder, Klondyke, U U k !■ W Black Prince and Mixed. A lot of 3 and 4-inch Flor- A ■ ftl Kl ■ A ence Yaugban and Mme. I ' II wA WA H ^ Crozyto be closed out I lU !■ M U a\ cheap. Write UnillinV GEO. A. KUHL, PEKIN, ILL. ASPARAGUS PLUMOSUS NANUS. Fine busby stock in large quantity Doz. 100 5-inch pots {4.00 $30.00 4-inch pots 2.00 15.00 3-inoh pots 1.00 8.00 3^-inch pots 60 5.00 1000 The New White That is Hard to Beat. Rooted Cuttings from flats, A No. I, stuff. Per 100, S4.50; per 1000, S40.00. CYCAS STtMS, S8.00 PER 100 LBS. $70.00 40.00 HIBISCUS PEACHBLOW. 2V4-in., $3.00 per 100. Strong 3-in., $5.01) per 100. PHOENIX CANARIENSIS. Fine bushy plants. 8-inch pots, 36 inches high, each, 12.60; dozen, $24.00. BOSTON FERNS. In pans, grown the way you like them, full, bushy, coapact stock, ready for your counter trade. Each Doz. 100 12-inoh pans $4.00 $40.00 10-inoh pans 3.00 30.00 9-inoh pans 2.00 20.CO 8-inoh pans 1.50 15.00 7-inch pans l.OO lO.OO 5-inch pans 50 5.00 $40.00 4-inch pots 2.50 20.00 3-inch pots 1.50 10.00 3!4-inch pots .60 5.00 Started Plants of Cannas, a full line of all the leaders. Write for prices. Large shlpmentjust received. Write for sizes and prices. VAUGHAN'S SEED STORE, GREENHOUSES: WESTERN SPRINGS, ILL. 84 & 86 Randolph Street, CHICAGO. 14 Barclay Street, NEW YORK. ARECA LUTESCENS, per doz.— 3V4-inch, 75c; 3 $1; 3i4, %i\ 4, $3. KENTIA BELMOREANA, doz.— 2ya-in., $1.60; 3, $3: 3!4, $3; 4. $3.60. KENTIA FORSTERIANA, per doz.— 2W-in., $1.50; 3-iu., $2; 3i4-m., $3; 4-in.. $4. LATANIA BORBONICA, per doz.— 2^-in., 60o; 3-in., $1; 6-in., $7.20; 7- in., $10; 8-in., strong, $18. PANDANUS VEITCHM, per doz.— 5-in., $12; 6-in., $18; 7, $30; 8, $42. NEPHROLEPIS BOSTONIENSIS, per 100— 2-in., $4; 3-in., $8. Per doz.- 5-in , $3; 7-iii.,}9; 8-in., $13: 9-iu.,$18; 10-in., $24. ASPARAGUS PLUMOSUS NANUS, 2-in., $1 per 100; 3 in., $8 per 100. ASPARAGUS SPRENGERI, per 100— 2-in., $3; 3-in., $8; 4-in., $12; 5-in .$15. ARAUCARIA EXCELSA. 4-in.. $6 per doz. FERNS FOR DISHES, Etc., $-3 perlOO. FERN BALLS, well furnished with leaves, $3 to $5 per doz. TI1BGE0.WITTB0LDC0. 1657 Buckingham PI., Chicago. nUDVCmiTIICIIIIIIC RooteU cuttings UnnidAllinCillUilldt $1.00 per 100. Omega, Yanariva, Glory of Pacific, Eugene Dailledouze, Yanoma, Helen Bloodgood, Mont- raort, Lincoln, Mrs. Jerome Jones, Ivory, Pink Ivory, Yellow Fellow, Queen, Niveus, Golden, Hair, Gold'raiDe, Golden Wedding, Autumn Glory, Alice Byron, Wanamaker, Harry Hurrell, Domination. CASH WITH ORDER. J. J. ARNOLD, Homor, N. Y. CYCLAMEN Persicum Splendens Giganteum. Finest strain in the world, in lour true colors, well-grown plants, from 2^-inch pots, $4.00 per lOO; $35.00 per 1000. Extra selected, $5.10 per ICO; $40.10 per 1000. Satisfaction guaranteed. PAUL MADER, East Stroudsburg, Pa. Please rrcnlion the American Florist when turiHng. FOR DECORATION DAY the Nickel Plate Road will sell tickets at one fare for the round-trip within a radius of 150 miles from starting point, on May 29th and 30th, with return limit of May 3ist. When going east, patronize the Nickel Plate Road. Vestibuled sleeping- cars on all trains and excellent a la carte dining-car service. For detailed, informa- tion address John Y. Calahan, General Agent, 111 Adams St., Chicago, 'Phone Central 2057. 7 Geraniums. Per 100 10 Varieties, my selection, 2^-in. pots, J2.S0 Cannas, 8 vars., 4-in. pots 10.00 Seedling Petunias, 2%-\a. pots 3.00 Asparagus Sprengeri, Junel5 2.00 " Plumosus, ready June IS.... 3.00 Smilax, ready June IS l.SO Primroses, ready July 1st 2.00 CASH OR C. O. D. JOS. H.CUNNINGHAM. Delaware, 0. Please mention the A mcrican Flat iit when -.vtiting. FOR SALE. 1800 Myrtle Plants From 2Vi-inch pots, extra heavy stock, at $3.00 per 100; $25.00 per 1000. Rooted Cuttings from flats, $1.50 per lOO; 2i4-iiict* %vie. Planted cut now will make nice stock for Winter Trade. Unknown parties cash with the order. Chas. Schweigert. Niles Center, III. Please mention the A merican Florist when writing. 70i The American Florist. May 31^ Buffalo. TRADE SHOWS LITTLE CHANGE. — WBATHER VARIABLE AND CEMETERY FLORISTS GET- TING MOST OF MEMORIAL BUSINESS. — NOTES AND VISITORS. Trade is about as last week, with a good demand for cheap stock. The weather has been very unsettled and the utnal warning to customers not to fill lawn vases until after Memorial day, which is sometimes not appreciated, holds good. What promised to be agood demand for Memorial day was only a bubble and has bursted. It looks as if the places near the cemeteries will have the largest trade, excepting at the mar- ket, which is always crowded with buyers. Two greenhouses near the entrance to Forest Lawn Cemetery will make things lively, but both handle good stock. Palmer is making nice window displays and Anderson is well supplied with Bean- ties, which look fine at night. Visitors: Geo. W. Goldner, New York; E. J. Fancourt, Philadelphia; J. M. Gassei, Cleveland. Bison. Minneapolis. LARGE DEMAND FOE BEDDING MATERIAL — BARGAIN SALES OF OUTDOOR VALLEY. — VARIOUS NOTES. Last week the weather was warm and sultry and there was not a demand for cut flowers, but in bedding stock the call was heavy and the growers all report the largest portion of their plants already engaged and by Decoration day will be entirely cleaned out. Lily of the valley is a plentiful article in the cut flower market at present, it being outdoor grown and good clean stock. Onedealer purchased a large quantity at $4 per thousand and had a special sale at 15 cents per dozen spikes. The Elks' fair and carnival, which openi June 2 and continues until June 14, will cause a good demand for flowers and many of the florists have engaged booths lor the display of their stock. A. S. Swanson has had a beautiful dis- plav of gloxinias in his window. C. F. R. IJTfcA, N. Y.— Gebrge C Boldt, florist at Heart Island, St. Lawrence river, reports a loss of $500 in the May frost. Portland, Ore. — Announcements are out for the wedding of Lillian, daughter of Louis G. Pfnnder, and Wilharn Ellis Mitchell, June 18. 'MUMS / ROSES .' SPECIM. ! Col. Appleton, 2!4-iQcb. 120.00 per lOOO: rooted cutting, 116.00 per lOJO. Maj. Bonnaffon, 2H-in., $18.00 per 1000: rooted cuttings, $11.00 per 1000. Our selection in proper proportion of color. 2^- inch, $30 per 1000; rooted cuttings, 112.00 per lOOO. 100,000 iVt and 3-lnch Maids, Brides, Gales, Meteors, Perles and Beauties. 25.000 2^-inch Rtovia and rooted cuttings, $20 and $12 per 1000. Printed price list furnished on application. Poehlmann Bros. Co., Morton Grove and Chicago, 111. FancLLeayed CALADIUMS and LARGE PALMS, Very Cheap. Fancy-leaved Caladlunis. from 2J4-inch pots. mixed , in good colors, at $4.00 per 100. Very large PALMS at one-halt their value. Will e-xchanee or buy water lifting apparatus, »if in good condition. Please address F. i. ULBRICHT. Lock Box 113, ANNISTON, ALA. pSonias! ORDKR8 TAKBN NOW FOB SEPTEMBER ,>JHIP1VIKNT J. F.ROSENFIELD, West Point, Neb, Plant and Rooted Cutting List NOW READY FOR SHIPMENT. ROOTED CUTTINGS. Per 100 Coleus, Red Verschaffeltii $ .75 Geraniums, Mme. Pollock 1.50 Happy Thought 1.50 English Ivy 1.00 Heliotrope 60 Chrysanthemums 1.25 CHRYSANTHEMUMS POT PLANTS. « Per 100 Pteris Tremula, 2><-inoh $I.BO Pteris Tremula, Zy^ inch 2.2a PterlB Trcmuls. 3-incb 4.00 Roses, Ulrich Brunner, 2M-incb 3.0O Hydrangea Otaksa, for growing on, 4- inch.. 5.00 Hydrangea Oiaksa, " " 5-inch.. 7.00 Hydringea Otaksa, " " fi-inch. .10.00 Hydrangea Otaksa, " " 7-inch. .16.00 W. H. Lincoln, Jerome Jones, Golden Wedding, Philadelphia, Ivory, Thornden, Pres. Smith, Minnie Wanamaker, Louis Boebmer, Maud Dean, Viviand-Morel, Major Bonnaffon. Q. W. Childs, Mme. Beremann, Glory of Pacidc, J. G. Whilldin. Rooted cuttings, grand stuff, $1.25 per 100; $10.00 per 1000. ^^All the above sold on the positive guarantee of their being first-class, if not, your money at once refunded. Having to rebuild our greenhouses this season the following stock is in our way at the start. If you want any speak quick: .Vsparagus Plumosus, 3-year, from bed. fine clumps, $18.00 per 100. Ken- tias, 2!4-inch. very fine, $5 00 per 100. Roses— Dlrlch Brunner and Paul Neyron, 2-year-old, from boxes, own roots, $8.00 per 100. Kentia Seedlings, from flats, 1-year, $3.50 per 100. Geranium Mrs. Pollock and Happy Thougnt, 1 and 2-year stock, plants from bench, $8.00 per 100. Callas, 4-year-old, $5.00 100. Steel Wire Stakes, galvanized, No. 8 wire, 3 feet, used one season, $5.60 per 1000. JOHN IRVINE & SONS, Bay City, Mich. 125,000 ASTER PLANTS Best florist's cut flower varieties; all transplanted. Strong plants, bushy roots; sure to please you. ASTERS, Hohenzollern, pure white, delicate rose and red (Roemer's) , last year novelty, grandest aster to date. Mammoth size, 7 inches across, double to center, resembling a large .Japanese chrysanthemum, unsurpassed for cutting or bed- ding, plants branching, with strong stems 18 to 30 inches long. 7ac per 100; $6.00 per 1000. Queen of the Market, white, red, pink and mi'ed. Florists' Upright Branching, outer petals re- curved, center petals incurved, superb cut flower, pure white, daybreak pink, fiery scarlet and lavender. Late Branching or Semple's, white, rose pink, lavender, red and mixed. All the above are the best money makers for florists, strong, healthy plants, assorted to suit, &0c per 100; ^.00 per 1000. Express prepaid for cash with order. DES MOINES PUNT CO., 38th St., Des Moines, Iowa. A FEW GOOD THINGS YOU WANT. KENTIA BELMOREANA and FORSTERIANA, spec- ial price to reduce stock. 2V4-in., 8c; 3-in.,15c; 4-in. 25o; 6-in., 50c; 6-in., $1.00. 3, 4, 5-in. ARECA LUTESCENS, 2 and 3 plants to a pot, same price. These are excellent lot of clean, cool grown plants. BOSTON FERNS, 4o, 8c, 15c, 30c and 50c each. DRACAENA INDIVISA, 3,4, 5-in., 6c, 10c, 25c each. GERANIUMS, 2-in., Bonnat, double and single Grant, La Favorite, S. A. Nutt, Atkinson, Salleroi, Poitevine, M. Barny. Kleber, John Doyle, Jaulin, Riooard, Mrs. E. G. Hill, Perkins. Per lOO— 3-in., $3.00; 3-in., $5.00. ASPARAGUS SPRENGERI. 2-inch, $3.00 per 100; Plumosus, 3-inch, $8.00 per 100. ENGLISH IVY, 2-in., $3.00; 3-in., $6.00 per 100. Verbena, Petunia, Smilax, Achyranthea, Lobelia, Coleus, Alternanthera, Tomato Plants, Campbell Violets, Aster, Ageratum, Heliotrope, Vinca Var., Giant Alyssum, Scarlet Sage Clara Bedman, 2-in., $2.00 per 100; 3-in., $1.00 to $5.00 per 100. Send for wholesale lists. Cash or C. O. D. . GEO. M. EMMANS, NEWTON, N. J. Plcasf mrjitifju the American Florist ivhcu writing. BEGONIA GLOIREDE LORRAINE, Begonia Light Pink Lorraine, For Juno and Later Delivery, $15.00 per ICO; $140.00 per 1000. Edwin Lonsdale, ^r.TnrH,n ear Pa. ^miHiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiimmiiiim ROBT. CRAIG & SON, Roses, Palms and Novelties in Decorative Plants, Market and 49th Sts., Philadelphia, Pa. Please mention the American J'lot ist ivhen lut iting. NOW COMPLETE 'IN FOUR VOLUMES. Cyclopedia of American llorticuiture Comprisine suggestions for cultivation of horticultural plants, descriptions of the species of fruits, vegetables, flowers, and ornamental plants sold in the United States and Canada, together with geographical and biographical sketches By L. H. BAILEY, Projeisor of Horticulture in Cornell University^ Aisiated by WILHELM MILLER, Ph. D.. Associate Editor, and many expert Cultivators and Botinisti. IN FOUR VOLUMES, Cloth, $20. Half Morocco, $32. Illustrated with 3800 original engravings. Ca&h with order. AMERICAN ELORIST COMPANY, 324 Dearborn St., Chicago. TO MAKE ROOM I OFFER 160 Kentia Belmoreana, 2M-in $5.00 per 100 400 " " 3-In 10.00 per 100 200 " " 4-in., 2d size IB 00 per 100 100 I.fttania Borbonioa, 3-In 5.00 per ICO 100 I'andanus Ulili8, 2M-in <.00 |wr 100 75 " •■ 8-in 8.00 per 100 400Selaglnella Kmmellana. 2M-in 3.00 per 100 All healthy stock. Cash with order. JOSEPH E. BONSALL, SALEM, OHIO. Pansy Seed. The Jennings Strain. Will be ready July Ist. Stik k tuk Kineht. ■. B. dlNNINQS. LMk lu t64, Itittpnl, Cmm. Grower of the Finest Pansles. Please mention the American Florist i^hen writing. tgo2. The American Florist. 705 Write Us For List NEXT! HOW ABOUT GRADUATIONS? School children by tens of thousands will graduate in June and every one will want a COMMENCEMENT BASKET Wc have them to suit all tastes and all pockets; new styles and fancy matcriaL Put a collection of them on view and they will sell themselves. There are sure to be some WEDDINGS IN JUNE and Low Prices of outfit to complete a Wedding Decoration in Modern Style. YOUR CUSTOMERS WILL BACK YOU UP. H. BAYERSDORFER & CO.. Manufacturers of and Dealers in Florists* Supplies of Every Description. Most Extensive Stock on the Coniinent, 50-56 N. 4th St., PHILADELPHIA, PA. ▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼▼ w^^vwv ▼▼▼ WHEN IN NEED OF BOXES Try our improved folding box, with superior ♦ white finish and improved comer lock. a 3^°SampIes free on application. No charge ^ for printing in 500 lots or over. f C. C. Pollworth Co., Milwaukee, Wis. , u, ♦. ♦^ TIN FOIL Plain, Fancy, Printed & Mounted, Mannfitctared by Tlie Conley Foil Co, SSI to 641 West SSth St., Fresh Tobacco Stems. Bales of 300 pounds, $1.50. Cash With Obdxb W, C. BECKEBT, Alleghen;, Pa. A. HERRMANN, Caperiower*, aij-oolobs; Cycai Leaves, Metal Designs, ^ All Florists' Smiles. Bend tor Friou. M4-4II East a4th MX., NKW YORK. Please mention the American Florist whenwriting. Boston Florist Letter Go. lIAin77ACTIIIlEB8 OF FLORISTS' LETTERS. Thlrt wooden box nicely atained and var- nlshedf 18x30x13 made In tiro sections, one for each size letter, given away with first order of 600 letters. Block Letters, IW or 3-lnch size, per 100, 12.00. Script Letters, (4. Fastener witb each letter or word. Used by leadini; florists everywhere and for sale by all wholesale florists and supply dealers. N. F. McCarthy, Treas. and Manager, 84 Hawley St., BOSTON, MASS. CHANGE OF TIME. Commencing June 1st, night express train on the Niclcel Plate Road will leave Chicago 9:15 p. m., instead of 11:20 p. m., as formerly. Other trains as heretofore. City ticket office. 111 Adams St., Chicago. Grand Central Depot, Chicago, Harrison St. and 5th Ave. 13 Always mention the American Flo- rist when writing to advertisers. TO KILL ALL Greeniiouse Bugs USE u NltOTICIDE Clean and harmless as Fumigant or Spray. Ask your seedsman for it or write to The Tobacco Warehousing and Trading Co., tOOO Magnolia Ave., Louisville, K, ! FOR INSURANCE AGAINST DAMAGE BY HAIL, Address John G. Esier, Sec*y F.H.A. SADDLE RIVIR. N. i. TOG The American Florist. May jr, St. Louis. MABKET SHOWS VERY LITTLE CHANGE ALTHOCGH BOTH QUALITIES AND DEMAND IMPROVE SOMEWHAT. — NOTES OF DOINGS WITH THE GROWERS. — PLANT TRADE GOOD. The market is in about the same con- dition this week as the two previous ones, although a little better stock is to be seen, and as high as $4 to $5 is obtained lor the best roses and $1 to $1.50 for carnations. Some very good Beauties are being sent in and sell up to $2.50 per dozen. Pseonias have not lasted very long this season; they now bring $3 to $4 per hundred. Sweet peas are coming in plentifully, but qualities and prices are not high. White stock has been going quite lively of late and theie- lore the market is at least not glutted in this direction. Some cape jasmines are to be had cheap. The Michel Plant and Bulb Company has had a very good season. Most of their chrysanthemums are planted and their stock plants all out. They have grouped most of their large stock plants Into several large beds and they make a very fine show. They still have some very fine geraniums in stock, but think thev will be sold without any trouble, at $1.50 per dozen retail. Tne Eggling Floral Company reports a very good spring trade, being still very busy, with a large force at work all the time. They had the decoration for the banquet of the trustees of the Missouri Botanical Garden on May 17. Fred. H. Weber has shaken the dust of St. Louis from his feet, having gone to Kansas City to take charge ot Mr. Kel- logg's wholesale and retail store. RJ. M. Newport, Ky.— John Freis & Son, of the Highlands, has done the bedding work on the courthouse grounds in fine shape. Springfield, Mass.— George Reynolds, formerly ol Sackett & Reynolds, one of the oldest landscape gardeners in Spring- field, died on May 16, aged 79 years. CMOIMTS WATERPROOF Corner Lock Style. The b st, strongest and neatPst folding cut fl .wpr box ever made. Cheap, durable, bandy. To try them once is lo use them always DON'T USE OLD STORE BOXES. If you have any doubt, send for samples, which speak for themselves. Size No. 1. 3i4Kjxl6..$l.75per 100; $15.00 per lOOO •• No. 2. 3s«xl8.... 2.00 " IS.OO " No. 3. 4s8xl8 ... 2.40 " 22.0) " No. 4. 3x6x20.... 2.75 " 2S.00 " No. 5. 4x8x22.... 300 " 28.00 " No. 6. 4x8x28.... 3.75 " 35.00 THE LIVINGSTON SEED OO. BOX 103. COLUMBUS, O. ROSE LICE RED SPIDER AND MILDEW r)N iiosi: lu >iii:s iitr.vr.NTKD nv SULPHO-TOBACCO SOAP. (I-AIINIKD.) A Valuable, Im-ipcnoUt' InRcetlcldf. A trial suffli-ient to i>rovf Its cxti'iitiumtlnK qualltiHe. WriU' for Bi«'«-iiil <»tr«-r to Kl<Mt***3»^J NIKOTEEM IT COSTS 4 CENTS FOR EACH 6O0 FEET OFH .•9 FLOOR SPACE ?.. , DOES NOT INJURE THE MOST SENSITIVE _, . PLANTS- ENDORSED BY PROMINENT F104ISTS-^W «r USED FOR FUH1CAT10H OR SPRAYING INDOORS OR ',! •viloUT - 200 IBS. OF TOBACCO IN ONE PINT Of HIKOIfru 1^' ME 301D BY StEBSMEN CIRCUIAR fREE-^i: ■ 5KABCUBA DIPCC.CtllCAGO- ■" W RIPPLEY'i MPROVED 1902 COMPRESSED AIR SPRAYERS havefinc X'frmorel Spray Nozzle; made ufheavy copper and t.'alva- nizeti steel; has safety valve. Strontrly riveted and doublo seamed. Guaranteed tobeas rep- resented and to I>e the strongest sprayer manufactured. 1-iue for spraying- yuun^ orchards. Trees 26 feet h'\^\\ by using extension pole. Exterminating lasccts from vegetables, spraying- gar-icns, washing biii;gies. Finefori\hitc- washing buildings. etc. Made In two lUrs.'i knd b gallons. -4 Okl. (lair.. 96; 4 0»1. copper. IT. Flno brMipmnpfttwd I onouti'.de. BolulloncMiljwIiAtcd. Wo | »1»o Bfll liTffo orohwd BprmTcrt. 6 OU. GalraiiUed. 16.60, 6 0«1. Copp«T,td.OO. I Pend to-dnv for jout UprkTcr uid BreoderBuppljC»ul()g. Ao»nf \VanUd, RIppleyNdw.Co.^Boi i9.Grafton,il< REED & KELLER, 122 & 119 W. 25th St., NEW YORK, N. Y. MANUFACTURERS OF FLORISTS' WIRE DESIGNS. IMPORTERS AND DEALERS IN . FLORISTS' SUPPLIES. Galax Leaves and all Decorative Greens. (( WE NOW OFFER Chemicals »5 for making LIQUID COMPOST. Dry powders all soluble in water, com posts cost less than \ic p<*r (;al. Correspondence invited. EASTERN CHEMICAL COMPANY, 620 Atlantic Awe., Boston. If you write to any advertiser anywhere mention the paper in which you saw the ad. Both publisher and advertiser wiH like you better for it. Sigmund Geller Importer and Manufacturer ol FLORISTS' SUPPLIES Complete Stock— New Goods— New Illustrated Catalogue Now Ready. Send for it. 108 W. 28lh St., naar 6th Ava., NEW YORK. The American Florist Company's DIRECTORY oontaina the names and addresses of the Florists, Nurserymen and Seedsmen of the United Stat6| aod Oankda. PRIOE. •2.00. ' jgo2. The American Florist. 707 2n(l-HAND BOILERS .We have in stock a great number of good second hand boilers, low pressure, which we will sell at Bargain Prices consisting of the following: 10—48x12 horizontal tubular boilers, each ^125 00 3 — 42x10 horizontal tubular boilers, each $100 00. 6—36x12 horizontal tubular boilers, each $75.00. 1— Kroeschell hot water boiler, 100 feet capacity, $75 00. 100,000 feet 2-inch second hand boiler tubes which we furnish with sleeve couplings, oakum and cement, per foot 6 cents. 50,000 feet 4-inch flanged wrought iron casing, per foot 16 cents. Ask for Our Catalogue No, 47. Chicago House Wrecking Co., west 35th and Iron.Sts., Chioago. III. VALUABLE IRON GUTTER PATENTS I hereby offer for sale the Patents covering my Wrought Iron Gutter; also the Patents covering the Gutter advertised in last week's edition of the Amekican Florist, Florists' Exchange, and the Floriits' Review, by Geo, M, Garland, Tbe increased business of the Standard Ventila- ting Machine demands my whole attention to its manufacture. But, as in the past I will give the gutter business its fullest share of attention until the patents are sold. Yours truly, E. HIPPARD, Youngstown. AdjustablePlantStands THE BEST ON THE MARKET. I stand St. 50; 3 Stands S4. 00 ; 6 Stands S7 SO; 12 Stands $14.00. YOU NEED THIM \\ YOUR BUSINESS. C. B. WHITNALL. MILWAIKEE. WIS. SpraguB Smith Co. PIATE AND WINDOW GUSS Greenhouse Glass a Specialty 205 Raadolf* StrMt. CHICAGO. Please nieniton the A mcrican Florist ivhen writing. $ g 00 TO BOSTON AND RETURN $19 00 via Nickel Plate Road, account of meeting of Christian Scientists, June l5th to 18th. Tickets on sale June 12, 13 and 14, with open return limit of June 2ist. Bv deposit- ing tickets with Joint Agent in Boston on or before June 2lst, extended limit return- ing until JULY 3lst, may be secured. Three trains daily. Through vestibuled sleeping-cars. American Club Meals served in dining-cars on the Nickel Plate Road; also meals a la carte. Address John Y. Calahan, General Agent, ill Adams St., Chicago, for reservation of sleeping-car space and other information, 8 The Highest award at the New York Carnation Show was given to a man who has torfy-lhroe (43) ol our Auto- matic Ventilators. Our Ventilators areat worK in the Cential Park Conservatories, New York. Saves all labor. Improves the growth of plants. Especially good for Roses. Will last a life- time and soon pay for themselves. The Automatic Ventilator ventilates as necessity requires. THE GHADBORN PATENT AUTOMATIC VENTILATOR For Greenhouses, and also Temperature Regulator tor Radiators. CHADBORN MFG. CO., NEWBDRG, N. Y. Buffalo, N. Y., March 28, 1902. Gentlemen:— \o\rc Automatic Ventilator was installed in one of my houses in January. It has answered ever? purpose for which it is designed. In a large establishment it must be a great saving of labor; and it does its work accurately. Wishing you the success you deserve. I am Very truly yours, WILLIAM .SCOTT. Newburg, N. Y. Prevents Mildew Operates to perfection in catchy weather. Commercial growers use them largely. The Automatic Ventilator does its own Broadway and Streets, Manutactured by THE CHADBORN MFG. CO., V^ Our Illustrated Catalogue, Prices, Etc., is yours for the asking, WE VENTILAIEO THE NORTH CONSERVATORY AT THE PAN-AMERICAN EXPOSITION AND TOOK THE GOLD MEDAL. SHORT-ROOF GREENHOUSES. (Pai«nted.) WRITE FOR CATALOGUE Mauofacturers of California Red Ced't-r and LouUiana Cypress Oreenhoase Material. ^L^;^ ADJUSTABLE VASE HOLDER No. 1. — Brass, nickel, 4 feet Ipufr, 6 clasps to each rod. Price complete (with green or white tum- blers) $3 25. Price complete (with green or white cornucopia vases) $2.50. No. 2.— Heavy 4 ft. rod, brassed and nickeled, with three clasps for 5 to 6-inch pots, each $I.V,S. KIFT'S PATENT Rubber Capped FLOWER TUBES, l!4-'nch diameter, per luo, $3,50. JOSEPH KIFT & SON. 1725 Chestnut M., Phila., Pa. Please mentinn tJir A ttifirira7t Flonsi ivhev if* */»•■ American riorist Ads Always do busines. week days and every day, Sundays and holidays, ail over the country, at home and abroad. Deutsche Gartner Zeitung The most widely circulated German gardening lournal, treating of all departments of horticulture tnd floriculture. Numerous eminent correspon- dents in all parts of the world. An advertising medium of the highest class. Holler's Deutsche Gartner Zeitung is published weekly and richly illustrated. Subscription 13.00 per annum, including postage. Sample copies free. LUDWIG MOLLER,ir.:; 708 The American Florist. May 31, Columbus, O. VARIOUS JOTTINGS AS TO THE STATB OF TRADE.— BEDDING PLANT DBUAND CON- TINDES HEAVY. — MUCH GOOD STOCK SHOWN — CUT FLOWER STOCK SHORTENS UP. A long looked and hoped for shower made its appearance this week, it being the first of the spring season, and the carnations in the field where no water is available are saved from what threat- ened to be an entire loss. Those who handle trees are lamenting, as the rain came too late to prevent a considerable mortality in freshly planted stock. A good demand for cut stock still con- tinues. Roses are getting poor, with carnitions a close second, although a few of the latter are being shipped in from the north that are in pretty good condi- tion. Pseonias and other outdoor stock fig ured on for Memorial day are not yield- ing the crop hoped for and there will be a shortage in this section on account of the long season of dry weather. The Livingston Seed Company is dis- playing a lot of bedding stock at their High street store, the rush in the seed department being somewhat diminished. Hellenthal has about cleaned out his large stock of hybrid roses and Ramblers, the latter retailing at $1 and readily bringing $6 per dozen wholesale. Good business is reported from every florist In and abont this city. Bedding stock is holding out well, especially in geraniums. Underwood Brothers had a fine lot of hydrangeas, of which those in bloom have all been disposed of. Carl. OsKALOOSA, Ia.— The Kemble Floral Company is preparing to begin the rebuilding of its entire plant immediately after Memorial day. Alexandria, Ind. — The Alexandria Greenhouse and Floral Company has been merged into a stock corporation by Ernest Marland and the new company will at once proceed to erect large green- houses, presumably on Sonth Harrison street. Five thousand dollars worth of stock has been subscribed, Ernest Mar- land being retained as manager, with J. G. Brannum, A. H. Jones, S. f. Mack, Virgil Wilson, F. P. Boyd, D. C. Jordan, Joseph Hall, J. H.Frank and J. F. Merker as stockholders. WRITE AF If nun 1821-23 N. LIAVITT ST.. I li MJIUli OHIOAQO. ILL.. TOR FBIOXB or Standard Pots which for itrength and potoiity oomblned are the beat on the marKet. THOSE RED POTS "STANDARDS" FDLL SIZK AND WIDE BOTTOMS. BULB PANS AND AZALEA POTS. DETROIT FLOWER POT MT'Y, HARRY BALSLEV, Rep. DETROIT, MICH.. 490 Howard St. AT UARUAiri raiCES. QALYANIZED WIRE-I Fifty car loads of now galvanized wlre,lnBhortleng-h8 O Never was used. Comes from 6 to 1 gauge. Put up 100 lbs. to a coll and only one nlze wire to each bundle. Prices rKDK« from «1.40 to CLftO per lOO p»tindii. Our Frr« (•■t»Ioiro« No. i for the AWARDED THEONLYFIRST CLASS C EST IFICATEOFME BIT BYTHESOCIETVOF AMERICAjf FLORIST S.AiaOSTONMASSi AUC.2ISTIB9O.F0R STANDARH FLOWER POTS. I asking. We handle- all kinds of sup ' pliosfrom BherHr's»n F.O.PIERCE CO. 170 Fulton St., NEW YORK J Bloomsburg, Pa. DILLON'S GREENHOUSE MFG. GO. inA.NUFACTUKEK8 UF HUT KKD SASH, AIK DKIKI> OTHKIt OKKENIIUUHK MATKKIAL. BUILDERS of DURABLE and PRACTICAL Greenhouses at a LOW COST. •0fOnt descriptive circulur contnlos valuable Information for every tloTlst. Send for It WE HAVE SOMETHING NEW TO OFFER. ftease menMort the A merican florut tvhtn wriltng. igo2. The American Florist. 711 KS1'A.BJL,ISKlSr> IS^T. SemonBache&Co. 7-9-11 Laight St., NEW YORK. "W© Sell |— g g^ g f rench Glass for Direct Shipment from Factory Abroad. Carload Orders Only. Try Us with a Specification for Quotation. PRICE LISTS and ILLUSTRATED PAMPHLETS GLADLY FURN- ISHED ON^.M^ APPLICATION The kinds that will not break. 'We sell all kinds of it at popular prices. Safe and quick shipm' nt guaranteed. JOHN LUCAS & CO. ^^l^iJ^^^ll: LUCAS PUTTY DOES NOT ROB PAINT OF ITS OIL. ;^T?tfW'WM'»'.«QgJWowapg»^>M^«'K':«»>yjMa CyPRESS Is FarMo^e Durable tHAN pine. rCJTPRESSi SASH BARS UPT0 32 FEE.T_OR LONGER. G^REENHOUSE AND OTHER BUILDING MATERIAL, MEN FURNISHED TO SUPERINTEND ERECTION WHEN DESiPED. Send for our Ci rcularjs. THEAT-S+earr^ lumbd (o., NE^9tacco Extracts, Etc. Send for Clrcnlsrs. DILLER, CASKEY & CO., .EN^TN^^r bros. 8. W. Cor. Sixth and Berk Sts.. PHILADELPHIA. APPARATUS. T12 The American Florist. May 31, kuiex to Advertlsen. Advertising rates. .. 688 Allen JK 692 Allen i Ookerlund. 702 American B ower Co IV American Bulb Growers' Co 694 American Rose Co... I Amling E C 691 Arnold .] J 699 703 Aschmann Godfrey. 699 Bache Semon & Co. 711 Baldwin A J 700 Bailer FA 696 Bassett 4 Ernest W H 708 Faxon M B 695 Foley MfgCo 710 Ford Bros 693 Foster Lucius H 699 7iJ3 Krost .las 695 Gardeners Chronicle 708 Gardening Co II Garland Frank 691 Garland Geo M 709 Geller Sigmund 706 Qhormley Wm 693 Giblln A Co 711 Grand Rapids Vio- let Co 700 GroenewegenAZoon 696 GuUett \V H A Sons 702 Gunther Wm H .... 693 Qurney Heater Co.. 712 Guttman Alex J 693 HailAss'n 705 Hancock GASon.. 701 Harreri; o 699 Hart M «. 693 Hart R 1 702 Heaoock Joseph f97 Heiss J B 7>.I Herendeen MfgCo. IV Herr Albert M 701 Herrmann A Herron Dana R. . Hews A H A Co. Hilflnger Bros . , 705 697 708 „ 708 Hill The EG Co I HillToi.Greenhouses7C0 Hippard E 707 70!< Hitchings ACo IV Holton * Hunkel Co 706 Hooker H M Co 713 Horan Edw C 693 Hort Ady II Horticultural Trade Journal Co II Hose Conneot'n Co. 709 Hunt EH 690 Invalid Appl'ce Co. 7t8 Irvine John A Sons. 704 Jacobs S A Sons ... 711 Jennings E B 704 Easting W F 69J Keller Bros 708 Keller Geo A Son. . . 7c h Kellogg Geo M 693 Eennicott Bros Co 695 Kentucky Tobacco Product Co II Kitt Joseph A Son.. 707 Kinney L F 698 Kohr A F 708 Kramer I N A Son.. 694 KreshoverLJ 697 Kroesohell Bros Co. 71 9 Kuehn C Al 690 Knhl Q A 701 7(i3 Lager A Hurrell.... 699 Lang Julius 69:j Langjahr A H 693 Larkin Soap ( 'o 706 Laurel Hill Nursery 696 Lewis Eugene 7(j2 Livingston Seed Co 706 LocklAndLumCo ...7i0 LongD B 709 Lonsdale Edwin 704 Loomis Floral Co . . 689 Lord A BurnhamCo IV Lucas J A Co 711 Mader Paul 703 May John N. 701 McAllister ACo.... 7iHI McCarthy N F A Co 692 McKellar A Winter- son Co 697 MichiganCut Flow- er Ex Millang Chas Millang Frank Moller's Zeitung... Moninger JCCo.. . Moore, Hentz A Nash 693 Mosbaik Ludwig,... 695 MottSeed A Bulb Co II Muno John 691 Murphey R II ASjn 7 1 Murphy Wm 699 Myers A Co 709 Nickel I'lat.' R R ... 699 703 705 707 11 N Y Cut Flower Co. 692 N Y Cut Flower Ex. 693 Niessen Leo 692 Olbertz J 702 Pennock Sam'l S. . . 692 Perkins John J 693 Phillips MfgCo.... 709 Pierce F O Co 710 PittsburgCutPloCo 690 Poehlmann Bros Co. 690 704 PoUworth C C Co 705 708 rurnell W Z 691 QuakerCityMachCo 709 Randall A L 691 Rasniusscn -V. 709 Rawson W W A Co. II Raynor J 1 693 Reed Isi Keller 7f6 Regan Print House. 708 ReinbergQeo....691 701 Relnberg Peter.. 691 701 Rice Bros 690 Rice MA Co 7u6 Rider Ericsson En- gine Co 712 Kippley Hdware I'o 7' 6 Robinson H M A Co C97 Roemer Fred II Roland Thomas 6'.I7 Rolker A A Sons.... II Kosenfleld .1 1'' 704 Kovatzos A Moltz. W. Siilter W H 7t2 69 D 693 693 707 710 WROUGHT IRON PIPE ^ ana coupiingBi for 8t«atn, oos or Wattr : eizeo troir. H to 12 Incb diameter. Our price per foot on V Inch iB 3c, ominchSMc. Write for freecatalOKiioKo. 47. ^n CHICAGO HOUSE WRECKING CO., H. imih Hiiil Iron Rl«., IIIK ACIK. Saltford Geo 692 Schlllo Adam IV Schmidt J C 697 .schweigert ( 'lias 703 Sheridan W F 693 Siebrecht ASon I Situations A Wants 6e9 Skabcura Dip Co. . . 7C6 Skideisky SS 699 Smith Nath A Son.. 697 Smith W A TCo.... I Spangler E J A Co.. II Sprague Smith Co.. 707 Stearns Lumber Co. 711 StorrsAHarrisonCo. 7 0 StrykerS D 7i"6 Surrey seed ( o II Sutherland Q A.... 692 Swahn Pot Mfg Co. 7J8 Thompson J D Car- nation0 cents and good carnations at 25 cents per dozen, thev say they could have done a land office business. The present high prices of necessities is undoubtedly causing a lessened demand for flowers. Mr. Fletcher thinks that if the trusts are not soon restrained there will be a lot of unhappy florists. igo2. The American Florist. 719 A DAY'S OUT OF FURROW BROS., GUTHRIE, OKLAHOMA. Bo ton. GROSS SALES OF MEMOBIAL MATERIAL EXCEED CHRISTMAS AND EASTER HEC- ORDS. — ALMOST AIL LINES CLEANED OUT. — SHORTAGE RELIEVED EARLY THIS WEEK — OVERSDPPLY NOW AT HAND. — SHRDBS IN BLOOM IN THE PARKS — FINE SHOW OF EARLY BLOOM. — WATER LILIBS JUST BEGINNING. Memorial day trade is still a timely subject and it is pleasant to be able to record that the great floral holiday went this year far beyond any previoos record in the quantity and value of flowers sold in this section. Not only was it the greatest Memorial day on record, but the oldest wholesale house in Boston reports it as the biggest holiday of any kind in its history, over- topping by many hundreds of dollars any ChriBtmas or Easter trade. To do this at the low valuation of flowers at this season required the handling of a quantity of material vast beyond the comprehension of anyone not on the spot and distant markets were heavily drawn upon for roses, pffionias and carnations. The usual Memorial day fate befell lily of the valley, of which large quantities were unsalable. Deutzia and astilbe, also white stocks, were badly leit, too, there being entirely too much of this cheap white material exactly in season. Out- side of these things the market was cleaned bare of about everything. On Saturday, the day after the holi- day, there was a sharp stringency in the early morning and stiflf prices were real- ized for such material as was available, but as the day vrore on values began to descend rapidly, until the close of the day, when they had nearly reached the vanishing point, since which time demor- alization has held sway, the weather being exceedingly hot, and the product which had been retarded by last week's cold wave is coming in with a vengeance, the quality being inferior and showing the effects of the wilting temperature. The weddings and similar festivities have not yet "got a gait on" and it would seem that there is stock enough in sight to take care of any possible demand ten times over, as it is unlikely that growers of any extent will throw out their plants until after the school exercises are over. So, il anybody needs flowers of any kind he can depend on getting his wants sup- plied if he will confide his needs to any of our Boston advertisers. Viburnum tomentosum,the most beau- tiful ot all viburnums, of which plicatum is the sterile form, has been blooming regally in the parkway plantations dur- ing the past week. Viburnum Opulus is also flowering with unusual freedom and makes a glorious display. V. pubescens is another one, with numerous small white flowerheads, blooming at the same time. Many of the roses are now begin- ning to open, R. rugosa, R. cinnamomea and R. nitida leading the procession, which will make a gorgeous spectacle in about ten days. In the meadows along the Back Bay ferns, tamarisk has been planted freely and its feathery effect in bloom is very pleasing. Weigelas, Loni- cera Morrowii and the hardy azaleas, particularly the gorgeous Azalea calen- dulacea, are among the other present attractions of the shrubbery borders. The dogwoods and cercises are all through and the latest and best of the pyrnses, Bechtel's double flowering crab, is just dropping its bloom, but many of the thorns are blooming on the fringe of the woodlands and they make a fine show. Rhododendrons are out fully a week ahead of their average blooming time. Among the early bloomers which seem to have withstood the hard winter without noticeable injury are Everestia- num, F. L. Ames, Mrs. Milner, Chas. Baglev, Vardon, Atrosanguinea, Hanni- bal, Henrietta Sargent, Melton, Album elegans. Album grandiflorum and Lady Grey Egerton. Lady Armstrong is blooming perfectly, also, where the plants are alive, but several plants are wholly dead, the cause beingnot apparent. The variety is beautiful enough, however, to be retained. The water lilies, j ust beginning to bloom in Wards' Pond, are a prime attraction for park visitors. The first to open are the Marliac hybrids and in a few days more of sunshiny weather there will be a host of flowers. On the edges of the pond clumps of white and yellow irises are blooming among the sedges, lythmms and other water-loving subjects. New York. DECORATION DAY BROUGHT A FAIR AMOUNT OF BUSINESS. — STOCK NOW ACCUMU- LATES WHILE QUALITIES RETROGRADE. — WHAT IS GOING ON IN MARKET.— CLUB MEETING MONDAY. — DOINGS OF GROWERS AND RETAILERS — MANY PERSONAL ITEMS OF VARYING INTEREST. — NOTES HERE AND THERE. The weather has turned hot again and prices and stock are sharply on the down grade. On Saturday stock cleaned up fairly, coming, as it did, after a holiday, but this week, practically the first of summer, will be proverbial as to market conditions. The atmospheric changes of the past month have had their eflect on roses and mildew is the rule rather than the exception. June weddings should help out to a certain degree, but the rank and file in general lines will go by the board. Top Beauties bring at times $15 per hundred; Bridesmaids and Briden, specials, $5; Golden Gates, $4 to $5; straight slips of roses 50 cents to $1 per hundred. Carnations are oft, fancies selling slow at $1 per hundred and ordinary stock at 25 cents to 50 cents per hundred. Pseonias are received in large quantities and selling cheap. Smilax is selling fairly well and lily of the valley is doing as well as anything at $4- SHOW ROOM OF FURROW BROS., GUTHRIE, OKLAHOMA. ';20 The American Florist. June 7, per hundred. A few hybrid roses are to be seen, and some outdoor Jacqs. are among the flotsam and jetsam. Orchids clear up, as there are few to be had, cat- tleyas having, as nsual, the call. Deco- ration day passed off lairlj well but the majority of the stores in the wholesale district were closed at 12 o'clock. "Decoration day ain't what it used to be," said an old timer. In fact the ordi- nary old timer would scarcely recognize the trade as it is to day. John Scott, of Keap Street Greenhouse fame, is turning out an enormous quan- tity of stock at his greenhouse* in Flat- bush as well as at the old place at Keap street. The number of seedling ferns that will be in condition to offer next month is estimated at half a million and later on there will be 10,000 rubbers. Pandanus Veitchii, Dracasna Lindenii and a big shoal of seedling kentias are among the specialties that catch the eye of the visitor. Mr. Scott shows with much pride a new form of the Boston fern to which he has given the name of Nephrolepis exaltata Scottii. It is much more dense in growth than the type, of compact habit, and the fronds are nar- row and graceful. Frank H. Traendly, chairman of the outing and excursion committee, reports a steady increase in the demand for tickets. The outlook is bright for a large party. To speak in the vernacular, I understand he has a dark horse and unknown in training to accept the chal- lenge of Theo. Lang, the contest to be bowled off at the Grove. The secretary also reports that contributions for prizes are being received, all the way from a pair of suspenders to a jackknife. The regular monthly meeting of the New York Florists' Club will occur Mon- day evening, June 9, and President Sheri- dan reports that he has secured a tem- porary meeting room at the Civic hall, 128 East Twenty-eighth street, between Fourth avenue and Lexington, with the option of a lease. Important commit- tees will make reports and preparations made for the trip to AshevUle. Charles Dards met with a serious accident last Sunday afternoon, while driving with his daughter and two friends at his home in New Rochelle. The horses shied at a trolley car and over- turned the carriage, dragging Mr. Dards, who was clinging to the reins. He received a bad scalp wound and other contusions. Miss Dards, too. received some severe bruises. Charles A. Bird, of Hallinan's, made two huge floral horseshoes this week for friends of Chas. F. Murphy, the Tamany leader. They contained over 1,500 rosea, one being ten feet high and six feet broad, the other eight feet high. The big designs were delivered at Tamany Hall just before a meeting of the triumvirate of which the recipient is chairman. Mr. Trumpore, the popular buyer for J. H. Small & Sons, is fondly exhibiting a white sport of the Lawson carnation. It is said that this is the second to be shown from two different places in this city. It is certainly a good thing as it has all the good attributes of its parent. I regret to note the death of Max Lowenthal, on May 28, from pneumonia and a complication of diseases. He was well known in the trade, having been bookkeeper lor Kccd & Keller for over six years and lately with Maximilian Limprecht. Isabel Louise Siebrecht, daughter of Henry A. Siebrecht, and William Stanley Munroe were married at Rose Hill, New Rochelle, N. Y., Wednesday evening, June 4. About 300 guests were present and the presents were both numerous and rich. Those who have called on the redoubt- able Louis Schmutz report him progres- sing very favorably. His only fears are that the recent accident will shorten his legs. "Johnny" Kral,who has been on the sick list, expects to return to work with Mr. McConnell, of the New York Cut Fiower Company, sometime during the week. The New York Cut Flower Company announces that on and after June 15 and during the summer months they will close at 4 o'clock in the afternoon. C. B. Weathered left on Wednesday for an extensive western business trip. Visitors: J. S. Wilson, Chicago; R. E. Loeben, Gloversville, N. Y.; Benj. Dor- rance, Dorranceton, Pa. Chicago. MEMORIAL DAY MAKES A PLACE FOE MORE COT FLOWERS THAN EITHER CHRISTMAS OR EASTER. — LOW PRICES THE ONLY FAULT TO BE FOUND. — ROSES TOO SOFT TO SHIP AND CARNATIONS AVERAGE LOW BUT AGGREGATE OF SALES AHEAD OF LAST YEAR. — SHIPPING DEMAND VERY HEAVY. — STOCK NOW ON THE IMPROVE. — P.EONIAS THE FAYOEITE FLOWEE. — JUNE PEOMISESWELL— DOINGS OF VARY- ING INTEREST. The summing-up shows that Memorial day is entitled to first place as to quan- tity of flowers consumed this year. None of the holidays touch it — Christmas or Easter — only it does not run into so much money. Every house in town had all the business it could handle and at the last minute the rush of telegraphic orders precluded anything like exact meeting of requirements. It used to make the wholesalers fear for the safety of their trade if they couldn't fill holiday orders, but now, bearing in mind that practically every house is in the same situation, they feel comforted when the total of the season's business is ahead of expectations, and this was very gener- ally the case at Memorial day, although most of the houses were practically with- out roses fit to ship and did not attempt to meet this portion of the demand. Another feature which makes the aggre- gate of sales more surprising was that carnations averaged a full dollar a hun- dred lees than they did a year ago. There were larger quantities at hand than ever before, and on advance orders the requirements were less than usual, but as the condition of the rose market became apparent and pasonias ran low the buying became very heavy and a good many late orders went onfilled in some houses, although buying was checked the moment the price was put above $2 per hundred for ordinarily good stock. By closing time on Friday all the odds and ends were pretty well cleaned up and Saturday brought a brisk market, carnations selling above the Memorial day level. But it required only a day or two for the market to become heavily stocked again in alt lines, although trade continued brisk. City business has been fair and shipping demand heavy, with the result that the good roses, and the average quality shows considerable improvement, have been well taken up. Carnations have not been able to main- tain their position and prices arc again pretty low on clean-up sales. P;conias are plentiful and selling well but such a large proportion of the receipts are open and too soft to ship that there is a wide divergence in prices. Few cape jasmines are now seen. They suflered severely this year because of the large supply of carnations. For ferns the trade is for the moment dependent upon the Michi- gan crop. Joliet hat been under water this week and railroad communication interrupted but J. D. Thompson reports all the florists safe and dry. The creek near the Thomp- son range and that of the Chicago Car- nation Company was so swelled by the cloud burst that it was four feet higher than was ever known before, but it didn't affect the greenhouses. The George Wittbold Company is making good progress on its new range of glass just outside the city. Heretofore they have sold the dealers much stock for growing on, but in the future they pro- pose to also be in position to handle the constantly increasing call for palms and ferns of the larger sizes. P. M. Broadbeck, at Evanston, says he never had anything like his present trouble with thrips. He thinks he is investing as much in fumigants as the crop will be worth at the present state of the rose market, and apparently with- out seriously inconveniencing the thrips. This is pseonia week at the Peterson nursery and open house will be kept, as usual. The early prospect was for unusually good blooms but the unfavor- able weather has worked some injury. They have had wonderful tree psonias and very fine irises this spring. The wholesalers in the Atlas block had a narrow escape on Sunday, June 1, from fire which originated in that portion of the building the basement of which is occupied by McKeller & Winterson. Prompt work by the fire department saved the property. George Asmus, with Mrs. H. Schiller, at 899 West Madison street, says that the plant trade for Memorial day was abont as last year but that cut flower sales advanced twenty to twenty- five per cent. C. J. Stromback has practically com- pleted the bedding at Lincoln Park. Some 150,000 plants were used, princi- pally geraniums, and besides the beds large numbers of lawn vases were filled. Genevieve Lord is one of the best car- nations now coming into this market. All the reds except one show the effects of the heat. E. C. Amling says America seems to enjoy the summer temperature. The roses on the Wooded Island at Jackson Park and in the new sunken garden at Washington Park will be at their best within the next two weeks. The plants are in fine shape. The teamsters strike was beginning to give concern to the wholesale florists, for some of them were running out of ship, ping boxes and their source of supply was shut off. E. E. Pieser says that it is noteworthy the way the call for paeoniaa Increases from year to year. It has come to be the leading flower in this market in June. John Degnan who returned to Chicago from New York early last week, has retired from the firm of McKellar & Winterson Company. Paul Goerler, who has been with C. W. Ward, at the Cottage Gardens, (Jueens, N. Y., is now with Bassett I'v: Washburn, at Hinsdale. Mrs. J. P. Hauswirth, who has been seriously ill is now improving slowly, though still confined to her room. Henry Wchrman.of Maywood, is send- ing in some Genevieve Lord carnations with forty- inch stems. Stollery Bros, are adding to their prem- ises a two-story flat and store. igo2. The American Florist. 721 The old p. J. Saunders place, at Fiftieth street and Cottage Grove avenne, it being dismantled. Visitor: John Willus, of Danville, 111. Philadelphia. KETAILBSS HAVING THBIR HANDS FULL WITH COMMENCEMENT WORK. — OUT- DOOR FLOWBRS ON THE WANB. — WAKM WBATHBR AFFECTS STOCK.— ALLABOUT PRICES.— CLUB HOLDS BUSINESS SESSION AND SMOKER.— PLAKS FOR TRIP TO ASHE- VILLB.— BIG BUSINESS IN OUTDOOR STOCK. This has been commencement week and the orders for flowers for the graduates show no falling ofi, as everybody seems to have had his hands full keeping up with the demand. A warm spell has set in and this has used up the pseonias, snowballs and other outdoor blossoms. It is also having its effect on the roses and they are getting smaller and lighter in color, particularly the Brides and Bridesmaids. Beauties are still good, also plentiful. Camaaons are holding their own and sell well. Prices range as follows: Beauties $1.50 to $2 per dozen; teas $4 to $8 per hundred; carnations $1 to $2; sweet peas, which are now much in demand, 50 cents to 75 cents per hun- dred; lily of the vallev $3 to $4 per hun- dred. The Jane meeting and smoker of the Florists' Club was quite a success. The business of the meeting was getting ready for Asheville and the paper of Geo. C.Watson, who gave a very entertain- ing account of his trip to Boston. He made a happy allusion to the landscape gardening work of the two communities and the various influences that had made them leaders over other cities in this respect. The straight car fare to the convention will be $20 and a fraction. A communication was received from the Baltimore club inviting the Philadelphia delegation to come to Baltimore the night before and proceed the next morn- ing with the Baltimore brethren via the Chesapeake Bay route to Norfolk and thence by rail. Arrangements are not far enough ahead, however, to take any action on this at present. The smoker annex was all right and all hands who could pulled away at the pipe and sam- pled "Johnnie's" punch and lemonade ad libitum . The games were well patron- ized and everyone seemed to have a royal good time. The Pennsylvania Horticultural Soci- ety has just issued its schedule of classes and prizes for the annual exhibition, November 11 to 15, also appending a list of seedsmen's and other premiums offered for competition at the monthly meetings of the society. Those desiring a copy of the pamphlet can obtain it by addressing David Rust, Secretary, Horticultural Hall, Broad street below Locust. Bedding plant men are about all sold out. It has been a great season for them. The nursery men have also had a great business. Thos. Meehan's Sons say their sales have increased wonderfully and taxed their increased facility to the utmost to meet the demands of the trade. Those who take palms to board now keep their wagons on the go, gathering up the boarders, and a motley crowd they make when gotten together. About half are ready forthedumpandit requires great manoeuvering to return them in the fall, please their owners and come out ahead. George Anderson is cutting some nice Camots, which seem to get better as the , warm days come on. K. Qeveland. CALL FOR STOCK GRBATLY EXCBBDS REC- ORDS OF PREVIOUS YEARS. — EASTER WOULD HAVE B8BN BCLIPSBD HAD STOCK BEEN AVAILABLE. — BOTH CUT FLOWERS AND BLOOMING PLANTS SHORT OF REQUIREMENTS. — PROPOSITION TO POST- PONE MEMORIAL DAY FOR TWO WEEKS. Never before has this market experienced such a demand for flowers for Memorial day as that which has just passed. The local and out of town call was fully double that of other years. The stock on hand was entirely inadequate to meet the demand. The result was a great deal of disappointment all around, more especially on the part of the out of town buyer. All orders coming in had to be cut in half and in a great number of cases orders were refused entirely. Owing to a hot wave the week previous, flowers were rushed on the market by the wagon load and everything was badly over- stocked. Everybody predicted that should a cool spell set in Memorial day would find this market pretty bare of flowers and this Is precisely what occurred. Not only did the cut flower market suffer, but the plantsmen also. Double the quantity of plants could have been disposed of had they been in bloom. Other seasons shrubbery flowers and pseonias helped out. This year there were scarcely any to be had. What few shrubs were in bloom were spoiled by rains and thrips, and the pseonias were not in, at least, not enough to cut any figure. Had there been sufficient stock the total sales would have equaled If not exceeded those of Easter. The June business promises to be good, but good stock, especially roses, will be scarce. The weather has just been right for field carnations and as a rule they are looking fine. Quite a discussion was indulged In by several of the members at the last club meeting as to getting the consensus of opinion of the florists throughout the country as to the advisability of bring- ing the matter before congress in the shape of a petition from the Society of American Florists to have the date of Memorial day changed from May 30 to June 15, thereby giving the florists more time and a better chance to get their stock in more salable condition for that event. The claim is made that owing to the lateness of spring throughout the middle and western states the time between the opening of the bedding sea- son and Memorial day is insufficient. All the work of a month or more has to be crowded into a couple of weeks. The consequence is that justice cannot be done by florists, either to their patrons or themselves. While those interested here have no hopes of ever having a cus- tom changed that has been established thirty odd years, yet they would like to have the opinion of others on the subject. Echo. Detroit. TRADE FOR MEMORIAL DAY SHOWS SUB- STANTIAL INCREASE BACH YEAR.— THIS SEASON MUCH THE BEST OF ALL. — STOCK COMPLETELY CLEANED UP. — CLUB MEETING. — ROSE GROWERS FIGHT- ING THRIPS. With each recurring year the im portance and extent ot Memorial day trade is more noticeable. This year, the weather, which was extraordinarily fine, was largely responsible for the substantial increase of business over that of a year ago. Ship- ping to the smaller towns throughout the state was a marked feature which affected the trade of nearly all the retail- ers. It was difficult in many cases to completely fill the orders and this was especially true of roses, which were quite short of the demand. The entire loss of outside flowers except lily of the valley resulted in heavier demand upon green- house stock, which was soon exhausted. In plants, too, everything in bloom was easily disposed of and in many instances orders could not be satisfactorily filled. Nearly every rose grower of Detroit and Mt. Clemens is seriously annoyed by thrips on the roses. This pest wa» heretofore but little known here but its ravishes at present are so extensive and destructive that its victims are much alarmed, leaving nothing undone to avert further damage. Frank Beard presided at the club meet- ing Wednesday evening. The attendance was good, as usual, and the time was devoted chiefly to the discussion of the trublesome thrip. Arrangements were made for a fishing outing up the lakes next week and the trip to Asheville in August -w&a also a theme of interest, the party going from here promising to be quite large. C. H. Plumb Is about to build two houses each 27x88 for roses, also a new boiler room 20x60. F. Gutschow & Son, Mt. Clemens, are building two houses 30x112 for carna- tions. Theo. Dameron, of Grosse Pointe, is about to rebuild two houses each 20x90. J. F. S. Indianapolis. lUNE MEETING OF THE STATE SOCIETY VERY SUCCESSFUL. — VARIOUS DOINGS OF INTEREST.— MEMORIAL DAY TRADE WAS HEAVY.— BEDDING OUT PRACTICALLY COMPLETED. The club meeting of June 3 was one of the best we have had for a long time. President J. A. E. Haugh, of Anderson, presided. The amendment to the by-laws, as proposed by the committee, was voted on and accepted. It was also decided to have a directory of all members in good standing printed once a year, to be dis- tributed among all Indiana florists. Fol- lowing Fred. Hukriede's timely sugges- tion, Billingsly, Hukriede and Junge were appointed a committee to arrange lor a family outing, to report at next meeting. One member objected to the white pine flavor which has heretofore always been a feature of our lemonade. He therefore suggested that old tubs be provided instead of new ones. Complaint has reached the association from Louis- ville that the Jeffersonville prison green- houses sell flowers in competition to Louisville florists. On a motion of John Hartje the secretary was instructed to investigate. As usual at our June meet- ing Harry Balsley, of Detroit was our guest. All were very glad to see him looking as well as ever after his illness. Memorial day business was very satis- factory all around. It is safe to say that no cut flowers remained unsold. Along in the middle of May things looked very blue for the cut flower grower. A good percentage of the stock could not be disposed of at any price. The stores like- wise experienced a very dull time about the middle of last month. John Bertermann has returned from California where he found his brother, William G. Bertermann, improved in health. Robt. McKeand is now with the India- napolis Flower and Plant Company. ■ H.J. 722 The American Florist. Jjme 7, Setsnteentb Year. Snbicrlption, $1.00 a year. To Europe, 12.00. Sobscriptions accepted only from thoie in the trade. A-dvertlsementa on all except cover pages, 10 Cent! a Line, Agate; $1.00 per inch. Cash with Order. No Special Poiition Guaranteed. DiiconntB are allowed, only on coniecutive Inter- tiona, as follows — 6 times. 5 per cent; 18 times 10 per cent; 26 times, 20 per cent; 52 times, 30 per cent Mver space sold only on yearly contract at tl.00 per inch, net, in the case of the two front pages, regular discounts ap- plying only to the back pages. The Advertising Department of the Ambbicah Flosist is for Florists, Seedsmen and Nurserymen and dealers in wares pertaining to those lines only. Orders lor less than one-hall inch spice not accepted. Advertisements must reach us by Wednesday to ieonre insertion in the issue for the following Batorday. Address AMERICAN FLOBItT CO.. ChlMQO. Put the young rubbers in a well pre- pared bed outdoors and see them stretch. Thb growers are making preparations to turn out a few more hundreds of tbonsands of Boston iemi by fall. The early promise of particularly good psonias this spring has been blighted by the changeableness of the weather. On another page will be found Frederic W. Taylor's official announcement of the postponement of the St. Lotiis World's Fair to 1904. Those growers who have by now suc- ceeded in working ofl their surpluses of small latanias, as premiums in the tea stores, are now stocking up on kentias. Thb mailing label on your paper shows -when your subscription expires; when you send your renewal note that the date changes within two weeks; it wUl serve as your receipt. In our notes on Clematis indivisa, issue of May 31, we omitted to state that the accompanying illustration was prepared from a photograph supplied by Henry A. Dreer, of Philadelphia. This firm has been handling the plant for the past two seasons. It is the consensus of opinion that Memorial day has now become the great- est flower consuming occasion of the year, largely exceeding both Christmas and Easter in the quantity of stock required to satisfy demands. But it is not a day for high prices, both because of the season of the year and the use to which the material is put. This year the volume of business was everywhere greatly in excess of last year, partly because outdoor flowers were scarce, partly because of fine weather and partly because the people have money and have acquired the habit of leaving some of it with the florists. Vorth An Extra Man. Ed. Am. Florist: — Enclosed find check for $2 for subscription to two copies of your paper. We cannot do without it; can better spare one man than be with- out the Florist. A. E. Lutey. Calumet, Mich. The Iron Gutter Patents. Ed. Am. Florist: — I notice in your last issue that Geo. M. Garland comments on my advertisement regarding "iron gut- ter patents," which refers to his illus- t>-ated advertisement in your issue of March 8, 1902. 1 have a patent upon the gutter that was illustrated in Mr. Garland's advertisement published in your aforesaid issue of March 8. 1902. The patent is No. G61870, dated Novem- ber 13, 1900. In justice to Mr. Garland I wish to state, however, that the date in my adveitisement of "iron gutter patents" should have been changed, but In the pressure ot work this was over- looked. B. HiPPARD. Youngstown, Ohio, June 3, 1902. Coming Exhibitions. [Secretaries are rpquested to supply any omis- sions from this list.] Boston, Mass., September 11-14, 1902.— Annual exhibition of plants and flowers Massachusetts Horticultural Society. Robert Manning, Beo'y, Horticultural Hall. 300 Massachusetts avenue. Boston, Mass., November 6-9. 1902.— Chrysan- themum show Massachusetts Herticultural Soci- ety. Robert Manning, Seo'y, Horticultural Hall, 300 Massachusetts avenue. Chicago, III., November, 1902.— First annual eihibitim Chrysanthemum Society of America and twelfth annual exhibition Horticultural Soci- ety of Chicage, to be held jointly. E. A. Kanst, A'sistant Secretary, 5700 cottage Grove avenue, Chicago. Madison, N. J., November 6-7, 1902.— Seventh annuel flower show Morris County Gardeners' and Florists' Society. C. H. Atkins, Sec'y, Madi- son, N. J. New Yobk, N. Y.. October fO-November 6. 1902.- Annual exhibition New York Florists' Club. John Young, Sec'y, 51 W. Twenty-eighth Philadelphia, Pa.. November 11-15, 1902.— Annual autumn exhibition Pennsylvania Horti- cultural Society. David Rust, Seo'y, Horticult- ural Hall, Broad street below Locust, Philadel- phia. ^ Pbovidenck, R. I., November 13-14, 1902.— Chrysanthemum exhibition Roode Island Horti- cultural Society. 0. \V. Smith, Sec'y, 27-29 Exchange street. Providence. Taurttown. N. Y., November 11-13, 1902.— Fourth annual exhibition Tarrytown Horticult- ural Society. Edw. W. Nenbrand, Seo'y, Tarry- town, N, Y. Greenhouse Building. Marlborough, N. Y.— States Searles, one house. Belfast, Me. — Willis E. Hamilton, house 20x65. Kutztown, Pa.— Geo. B. Kohler, one house. Gloucester, Mass.— A. B. Tuck, one house. Walla Walla, Wash.— Phillips Floral Company, carnation house. San Francisco, Cal.— Gustave Gagne, house 20x100. Utica, N. Y.— A. W. Rowlands, two rose houses 20x100. F. J. Baker, two houses 28x100. Guthrie, Oka. — Furrow Bros., house 16x100. Helena, Mont.— State Nursery Com- pany, twelve houses 16x130. East Rochester, N. H.— Chas. Bradley, two houses. Brooklyn. N. Y.— C. J. Wilson, conserv- atory. A Question of Piping. Ed. Am. Florist:— I have a house fifty feet long heated by 2y2 inch hot water flows overhead and IVa-inch returns on the side. The water circulates well. If I should make the house fifty feet longer would the water circulate as well in that size of returns, or would it be better to put in 2-inch pipes forreturns? I like the IV2 inch pipes, as they are easily heated, containing less water. I intend to build three connected houses 100 feet lonj; and nineteen feet wide, running east and west, short span to south, five-foot side walls, about thirteen feet to ridge. 1 want a night temperature, when it is 10° below zero outside, of 60° in No. 1 house, 50° in No. 2, and 40° to 45° in No. 3. Flows will be overhead, ot proper size, returns on side walls. How many returns will I want on each side of each house to have the desired temperature if I use IVi-inch pipe, and how many would be required if I use 2-inch pipe? H. E. B. When the flows are overhead Hi-inch returns can be used in a house 100 feet long, provided there are no more than seven returns for each 2V^-inch flow. For the new houses there should be two 21 2-inch flows and the following number of returns: No. 1, seven; No. 2, five, and No. 3, four, on each side. For the same houses with 2-inch returns, the number should be six and four for Nos. 1 and 2, and in No. 3, four pipes on one side and three on the other, if 4-5° is desired. Three on a side will answer for 40°. L. R. Taft. Piping Three New Houses. Ed. Am. Florist: — I am erecting three new houses 30x100, using the iron gut- ter and post construction. In one house I shall grow roses, in the two other* carnations, and wish to ask about heat- ing. I have a No. 3 Kroeschell boiler, 3 000 square feet of hot water radiation. Will this take care of the three houses? How deep should the boiler be set? How many and what size of pipes shall I need in each house and how arranged? M.J. W. The amount of radiation required will depend something on the amount of glass in the roofs and outside walls as well as on the minimum outside tempera- ture, but for average conditions it will be slightly in excess of 3,000 square feet and, as a slight excess in boiler capacity is always desirable for economy in fuel and care, it would be better to have a boiler capable of handling 4,000 feet of radiating surface. For the rose house three 212-inch flow pipes and sixteen 2-inch returns will be needed for a zero temperature if there is thirty-six feet of glass in the roof measured overthe ride;e. If there is more than this, or if there is exposed glass in the wall, one additional return will be needed for every two feet of glass. For the carnation houses the same number of flows will be needed, vdth three less returns. The location of the pipes will depend upon the arrange- ment of the benches, but it is a good plan to have one-third on each of the walls and the others distributed under the benches. The top of the boiler should be below the level of the floor, if possible. L. R. Taft. St. Paul. MEMORIAL DAY BUSINESS VERY GOOD, — MDCH BEDDING AND MANY WINDOW BOXES KEEP DP THE SUPPLY OF BLOOU- ING PLANTS. — CUT FLOWERS SELL BRISKLY. — WBATHER FAVORABLE. — DOINGS OF AN ORCHID COLLECTOR. — NOTES HERB AND THERE. Another milestone in the florists' trade has been passed and Decoration day, 11102, stands out prominently as one of the best if not the very best on record. The weather was perfect, stock of good quality and abundant, shoppers plentiful and the weather fine. Everyone haa been busy early and late for the past two weeks. Bedding, window boxes and lawn vases have been filled and the first of June finds nearly all outside work done end nearly all stock exhausted. A few belated jobs will be finished up and then repairs and replanting for another sea- son will be in order with the growers. The greatest demand in the plant line has been for geraniums. Cannas, ver- benas, coleus and pansies have also sold well. For boxes and vases geraniums. igo2. The American Florist, 723 lobelias and ytncaa have been nsed. Prices have been better than for several years. In cut flowers big sales were reported. Everything was in good demand. The only outside flowers to be had -were some snowballs and valley. Carnations sold extremely well, also roses. Stock was of uniformly good quality. Those who do a shipping trade report an increase of nearly 100 per cent over 1901 sales. Dr. Schiffman, of orchid fame, has returned from a three months' trip to the Philippines and Japan, bringing with him the largest collection of phalsnopsis ever imported to this country. ThecoUection consists of over 1,200 plants and all are showing new growth. In addition to these he brought over several hundred rare specimens of other varieties. His collection now contains about 4,000 plants. Mr. Whatton, an expert grower from England, is in charge of the place. Hybridizing on quite an extensive scale is done and an accurate record kept of all crosses. At present there are several varieties of cattleyas in bloom, also srides, dendrobiums and cypripedlnms. R. C. Seeger is cutting some fine Beau- ties from young plants. He has a plant stand outside and a cut flower stand inside a large department store and reports very satisfactory sales. L. L. May & Companv are cutting very nice Camot and Kaiserin roses from early planted stock. They report spring sales the largest in the history of their business. Felix. OBITUARY. HENRY ARDBN. Henry Arden, well-known as a florist and landscape gardener about Winches- ter, Va., died May 26, from the eflects of injuries sustained four days previously, when he fell and fractured his hip. He was born in Woebley, England, 76 years ago. At one time he was proprietor of the Grafton (W. Va.) Hotel. A widow survives him. PoNTiAC, III.— W. J. Miller is prepar- ing to tear down a part of his plant and replace it with three new houses 30x100, erected on land a few blocks east ot bis present location. He will continue the salesroom and packing room as hereto- fore, mnning the two plants jointly. Lynn, Mass. — On June 2 the Houghton Horticultural Society held a public enter- tainment in Park Hall. Superintendent Wm. Stone, of Pine Grove Cemetery, gave an interesting talk on gardens. The twenty-sixth annual exhibition will be held on September 23 and 24. SITUATIONS. WANTS, TOR SALE. Advertisements under this head will be inserted at the rate of ten cents a line (six words) each insertion. Cash must accompany order. Plant sdvs. not admitted under this head. Every paid subscriber to the American Florist for the year 1903 is entitled to a five-line want ADV. (situations only) tree, to be used at any time during the year. SITUATION WANTED— By a first-class all- around florist. A 1 references. Address F P. care American Florist. SITUATION WANTED— By Aug. 1st, in the orchid shipping business by young mun, agt- 20. Three years' experience aa a florist Address Orchid, care American Florist. SITUATION WANTED— By young man in com- mercial place, American, married, 5 years' experience. Al references. Address Hustler, care American Florist. SITUATION WANTED— By good all-around florist and gardener. Permanent place wanted. Address K W. 656 W. Van Buren St., Chicago, 111. SITUATION WANTED— As foreman and propa- gator; have had more than 25 years' practical e.vperiencc gro\ving palms, ferns, cut flowers and early forcing. AV H, Station A, Cincinnati, O. SITUATION WANTED— As foreman and grower of cut Bowera and plants. Have been foreman with prominent florists around Chicago for a number of vears. Address Florist, Box 5J, Hinsdale, 111. SITUATION WANTED— As foreman by thor- oughly practical florist. Good decorator, designer, etc. Grower of No. 1 roses, carnations and 'mums. First-claBS commercial or private position. Good wages expected. Address G. Foreman, care P. O., Canton, O. .VNTED— Florist, as helper. Good wages. Address B F, care American Florist. W W W w ANTED— The address of Charles Handel. Address E. R. Gesler, Galesburg, Hi. ANTED— Married man. good gardener and greenhous- man for country place. Mrs. p. R. KiNO.Delavan, Wis. ANTED— Young man with some experience to work in greenhouse. Florist, 89 Wendell St., Battle Creek, Mich. WANTED— Industrious young man with some experience, as assistant florist. Good pay with board for steady, competent party. Address Geo. Souster, Elgin, III. WANTED— 1,000 feet of 4-inch cast iron pipe in good condition. Also a hot water heater. Give full description and price. Address I. L. PiLLSBURT, Galesburg, 111. WANTED— A good florist for a commercial place of 35,030 feet of glass, principally roses. Wages $10 per week. Apply with reftr-nces to Christ. Hansen, St. Paul, Minn. WANTED— Young man to learn the greenhouse business, growing of roses and carnations. State age. Apply to John L. Wyland. De Haven, Pa. WANTED AT ONCE— A No. 1 chrysanthe- mum grower, to take charge of department. A steady position to the right man. Address Nanz tk Neuner, Louisville, Ky. W ANTED— Good grower and all-around plants- man; married man preferred. Aug. Mirring. Winstanley Park, East St. Louis, III. WANTED— Rose growers and helpers; also one man that understands growing chrysanthe- mums. The highest wages and steady work. Bassett & Washburn, Hinsdale, III. WANTED— A Carmody return flue hot water boiler or sections; or will exchange a nine- section Carm dy boiler for another larger boiler. Also 3-inch or 4-inch cast iron pipes wanted. C. C. Wonneman, Mexico, Mo. WANTED— A young man for retail florist place; must be well posted on ferns and palms; not afraid of work, and have Al references. Address H. F. Halle, 548 West Madison St., Chicago. WANTED— Hot water boiler, capable of 3.000 to -1.000 feet of g ass. Give all particulars, number and make, how long used, condition it is in, etc. Price f. o. b. Wilton. Address] C ) John Beimford, Wilton Junction, Iowa, j WANTED— An all-around florist, capable of growing flrst-class roses, carnations and general stock. Must be sober, industrious and reliable. State wages wanted with board and room. Reference. Address S E H, care Florist. WANTED — A flrst-class carnation grower to take charge of place. Best n^fereuces required as to ability, character and sobriety. Must be single. Wages $90 per month and room. Address Carnation Grower, care Am. Florist. WANTED— At once a reliable florist, must be sober, honest and a good worker; one who is capable to take full charge of medium size place and trow a general collection of plants and cut flowers for retail store irade. State wages with board and send good references of recent date in first letter. Good wages and steady place to right man. Fred' J. King, S20 Madison St., Ottawa, III. FOR SALE— Bar»iain, second-hand rafters; also steam pump, 2-inch suction, IV^-inch dis- charge. R C, care Amej-iran Florist. FOR SALE— Prosperous, up-to-date, growing florist business; established 13 years. Address for particulars, Mh8. S. N. Alkikb, Greenview, 111. FOR SALE— At a bargain, greenhouses, 26,000 feet of glass, land and good dwelling house, barn, etc., in best of condition and well stocked; near Chica|i;b; owner going into other buslnesB. Address ' . H G, care American Florist. FOR SALE — Greenhouses and dwelling (no stock) centrally located in city of 4,600. Long established paying business; no competi- tion; 3 200 feet of glass. Cause death of owner./ Mrs. Mary Bezner, Extrix., Jerseyville, III. Notice to the Trade. The undersigned hereby informs the trade that he retired from the McKellar & Win- terson Company, of Chicago, 111., May 31, 1902. JOHN DEGNAN. Chicago, June 2, 1902. GLASS FOR SALE ! lEO boxes A No. 1 double strength CLASS, 24x16, new, never used, $4.60 per box. CASH WITH ORDER. GUNNARTEILMANN. MARION, IND. C.S.FITZSIMMONS OF LANSING, MICH. Offers his Greenhouses for sale at 75 per cent oC actual cost. Well stocked and splendid trade. Or will entertain a partnership or stock company profiosition. New Red Rose Queen Madge ready to disseminate. Only people of ability, integrity and some means requested to answer early. For Sale at a Bargain Greenhouses, 25,000 square feet of glass, all in good condition and paying well; within 20 miles of Chicago. Owner is goiog to retire from business. Address F S, care American Florist. STTd' BOILERS and Pipe. 5 No. 1 6 Hitcliings Boilers in good order, with New Grates and Fire Bricks. Also 6, coo feet 4-in. cast iron extra lieavy pipe, 9 feet lengths, ells, tees and Expansion Tanks. Cheap for Cash. W. A. Hammond 107 E. Broad St., Richmond, Va. ^ If you want to get the want ^ 1^ you want to get, you want ^ m to get your want ad into the ^ |american| If L o R I s Ti W Try It now. w Every advertisement represents ^ a genuine want. •»< It pays '^ to answer them. Jt jt jt 724 The American Florist. June 7, PRICE LIST. BBAUTIBS. Ps'A"^ Lone stems JiPO to J3.0O Medium stems 1.50 to 2.00 Short stems 75 to l.OO Per 100 Brides $4.C0 W.OO Maids 4-00 6.00 Meteors 4.00 6.00 Gates 4.C0 8 00 Carnations 2.00 2.60 large and fancies 3. CO Lilium Harrisii 10.05 12.60 Sweet Peas •™' Valley, select 400 Valley, outdoor 3.00 Asparagus Plumosus, per stg. .60 .76 Asparagus Sprengeri 3.00 4.00 Ferns, per 101 0, 12 5T -25 Galax, per ICOO, J 1.25 15 Leucothoe sprays 10) Adiantum 100 Smllax, perdoz 1-60 200 Prices suDjeot to change without notice Above prices are for lirst-class stock. Lower grades billed accordingly Paeonias ALL CHOICE VARIETIES THE BEST IN CHICAGO. Festiva Maxima $6 00 |Mr 100. Otli»r Sorts, 03 to 94 por 100. I I rk rw ^ A 51-53 Wabash Ive. ii J.D.Ueafiiuu,..cHicsGo.. COMMISSIONS CARRIEO OUT in LONDON or any part of Great Britain. Messrs. \(MLLS & SEGAR wiU attend to any commission from American florists for the supply of Cut Flowefs,Birlhday Flowers, Botiquets, High Class Floral Designs, etc, to their clients who may be traveling in England. mil I P 0 CCPID Court Florl«t5 to HI* lllLLd & OtUAn, Majesty. Tbe Kins. ROYAL EXOTIO NURSBBY. TBi.EeBAM8, Onslow Crescent, South Kensington, Floscdlo, London. LONDON. ENGLAND. The Art ...of Floral Arrangement The only special newspaper in the world for floral arrangement. 200 ILLUSTRATIONS ANNUALLY. Specimen number free. Subscription, |2.40 yearly. BINDEKUNST-VERLAQ J. OLBERTZ. ERFURT, GERMANY Wbol^jale power/arK^ HiLwAUKn, June 5. Bosei, Beantv, longioer doz, 2.50@ It " med. " 1.00® ti ti ,hort " .50® " Liberty 6 " Bride, Bridesmaid 3. " Meteor 4 ■■ Qolden Gate 3 " Perle 3 Oainationi, ordinary " tanoy Pn'onias, per dcz., 50o to SI. 00 Harrisii Lily of the valley Adlantum „ BmUai 18 Aiparagui — Common ferns 3.00 1.50 .75 O0®10.00 00® 5.0O 00® 6.00 00® 5.00 00® 5 00 1.03 0 10. 00 4.00 75® 1.00 .00@20 00 65.00 .25 •♦♦♦♦♦♦♦»♦♦»>»»•»♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦ I ELECTROS... 4 ^= <> I for Catalogue Purposes. \ WK have a large assortment of strictly high-class halftones of which we can supply electros suitable for catalogue Illustration. If you need anything in this way, state your re- quirements and we will submit rroofi of the Illustrations In stock Price lor cash only )5 cenu per iquar* Inch. THE AMERICAN FLORIST CO., 324 Dearborn St., CHICAGO. American Always do business, Week days and everyday florists Sundays and holidays, « J All over the country, ■4^ '4* /mllO At home and abroad. PirTBBUBa, .June 5. Boiei, Beauty, specials 20.0('@2;.00 " " extras 12.00@lr>.00 No. 1 4.00® 6.00 '• No. 2 2 00 ■' Bride. Bridesmaid 1.00® 4 00 " Meteor IM® 4 00 "«n»tlons 1 0® 2 00 Pii-onias 4.00(" 6.0O uuy of the vaUey 2.00® 3.00 Hafrisii lilies 8"®'°^ Daisies BC® l.pl Sweet Peas 20® .tO Smuai 12.C0®15.00 Adlantum 7'® '"0 Aiparagui 35.00®40.00 OnioimiATi, June S. Roiei, Beauty 10.00@25.00 " Bride.. 2.00® 4.00 Bridesmaid 2.00® 4 00 " Meteor 2.00® 4.00 It Perle 2.00® 3.00 Liberty 2.00(3)4.00 Carnations.... 1.00® 2.00 LUy of the valley 8-00® 4 00 SweetPeas BCc .75 Longiflorum lilies 10. TO Asparagus W.OO Bmllar 'B.CO Adlantum ouneatum 1.00 Common ferns .15 St. Lottib, .iune 5. Roses, Beauty, short stem 5.00®12.50 " " longstems 15.00@3o.00 " Bride, Bridesmaid 2.00® 5.00 " Meteor 2.00® 5.00 " Golden Gate 2.00® 6.00 Oarnatlons, ordinary 1.00 " oholoe 1.50 Sweet peas 25® .40 Lilies, Candldum 6 tOw 10.00 Smllax 12.50@1B.00 Asparagus Sprengeri 1.00® 1.50 " Plumosus 1.00® 1.50 E. H. Hunt, WHOLESALE Cut flowers Trade Secret simple metliod for preserving cut ilovfrers in all ihelr beauty for 15 to 30 days. Never fttils. Sent for 2x;. A. C.Mercer, Jr.. New Bedford. Mass. Please mention the American Florist when xiirittr\g THE "^LD RELIABLE." 76 Wabash Ave., CHICAGO. Poehlmann Bros. Co. Wholesale Growers of Kile,... Cut Flowers All telegraph and telephone orders «_ given prompt attentioiL oI>"^/ Grbenhousbs: Randolph StrMl. Morton Grove, IlL CHICAOO, ILL* The Cincinnati Cut Flower Co., ---ro; WHOLESALE FLOBISTS. ConsigDments Solicited. Sn^cial Atterntinn Givpn to Shipping Orden. Cut Flower Exchange, WH. DII.OER, lasiiB^r, WHOLESALE COMMISSION. Full line of Florists' Supplies and Decorations. Special attention to shipping orders. 26 Miami Avenue, DETROIT, MICH. RICE BROTHERS WHOLESALE FLORISTS and FLORAL SUPPLIES. Receivers and Shippers ol Fresh Cut Plowsn. Special attention to shipping orders. A com- plete line of Florists' needs. Send for price list Prompt returns on all coustt^iinietits. 128 N. Sixth St. MINNEAPOLIS, MINN. HUase mt/'ntion the A nt^tcan Fl(mst wfuf^ writing. C. A. KUEHN, Wholesale Florist, lias PINE STREET. m-\ LOUIS, MO. ■^A oompleto line of Wire Desicns. Pittsburg Gut Flower Go. Ltd WHOLESALE FLORISTS. ■ Pittsburg, Pm. Please mention the American Florist when ivrilinr. H.G.BERNING Wholesale riorist 1322 Pine St., ST. LOUIS, MO. Frank M. Ellis, WHOLESALE ELORIST, 1316 Pine Street, ST. LOUIS, MO. OONBIONBIENTB SOLICITED. jgo2. The American Florist. 725 We are particularly strong at present on our supply of Shipping Stocic While Beauties and Tea Roses are not up to winter grade, our cut runs the best coming to this market and we expect to maintain our advanced position right through the season of June weddings and commencements. Plenty of Paeonias, Carnations, Smilas, Valley and Orchids. Send us your order. E.C.Amling The Larg;est, Best Equipped and Most Centrally- Located Wholesale Ctit Flower Hot«e in Chicago. 32-34-36 Randolph St. CHICAGO. I.. D. PHONES CENTRAL 1999 AND 1977. PRICE LIST. BBAUTIES. 30-38-inoh stems, perdoz., $3.00 34 " " ' 2.00 20 " " " 1 50 16 " " " 1.00 ,., ,. .. .. 75 6 to 8-in, " per 100 $4.00 5.00 Per lOO Brides $4 00 6.00 Maids 4.00 6 00 Meteors 4.D0 6.00 Gates 4.00 6.00 Carnations 1.00 1.50 large and fancies 2 UO 3 00 Callaa perdoz., 100 1.26 Pseonias 3 00 600 Sweet Peas 75 1.00 Valley, select 4.00 Marguerites 50 .75 Asparagus plumosus, per stg, 6} .75 " Sprengeri 3.00 600 Galax " 1.25; .15 Ferns, new, per lOCO, $2.E0.. .2) Adiantum 1.00 Smilax perdoz., 1.50 2.00 Prices subject to change without notice J. A. BUDLONG 37-39 Randolph Street, ^HJC AGO. Boses and Carnations A S|>ecialty WHOLESALE GROWER of CUT FLOWERS HINSDALE! HINSDALE! A new crop of HARDY CUT FERNS, Fancy or Daggar, 1 o\v ready for me marKet. Where can you buy them I cheaper? In 1.0' 0 lots 50c per 10 0: in 5.000 lots. 4Jo perlOCO; ! in 10.000 lots. 40c per 1000. I Gocds to be guaranteed or no [ money requirtd. This is my \ summer price and I hope all florists will patronize where ' they will get the best bargain. Laurel and Princess Pine Rop- ing, gooa stocK Sphagnum Moss, finest in the marKet, &tc per bbl. All orders by mail or dispatch promptly attended to. THOMAS COLIINS, Hlnsdalt, Mass, A. L. Randall, WHOLESALE flORIST, 4 Vashlngtoa Sfrsetp CHICAGO Send for weekly price list and 8|»ecial quotatioDS on 1000 lots. WEILAHD AND-RISCM CHICAaO'S RELIABLE WholsMle Growers and Shippers ol OUT FLOWERS^ mn> voB wsxcLT fbios list. WHOLESALE FLORISTS PUase mention ih^ American F^irrist when writing. Benthey&Co. F. r. BENTHEY, Manaser, WtiolesaleCommissionFlorists Z1-35 Randotph St., CHICAGO. 0^Oon CHICAGQ. FRANK GARLAND, f Cut Flowers Wholesale Grower LILYof the VALLEY The finest now ready to cut. Fine pips from cold storage, $13 per 1000. H. :iv. :Bieui«», 1409.141 1 W. Madison St., CHICAGO. American Florist Advertlseoieiits Worit Every Day. . Chicago Carnation Co., Met, Illinois Watch This Space FOR FUTURE BARGAINS. JOH3V Bi«or>, 349 West North Avenue. CHICAGO, ILL. Greenhouies. Niles Center, III. Please mention the American Florist every time yon write to an advertiser. SPECIAL ATTENTION ■13^1T■ 1* TV SB4 GIVEN TO HAHDY CUT -"^ .■a^.M:»-i.-» K^ 55.S7 WABASH AVENUE, Telephore Central 3284. CHICA.OO» GEO. REINBERG, "Sst- Cut Flowers Cboloe American Beauties. We will take oare of yonr orders at reasonable prices. Prompt at^ntion. B1 Wabash Ava., CHiCASO, ILL. /Vease mention the American Flonsl when writing, PETER RCINBCRfl, Grower and Wholesaler of Cat Flowers. OOO.OOO PHT OP QLASS. Raadquartars for American Baautjr. 51 Wabath Ave., - CHICABO. ILi. JOHN MUNO, Wholesale Grower and Shipper of Room 221. 51 Wabash Ave., CHICAGO. Tblbphonb Cbntbal 3598. All telegraph aaA telephone orders given prompt attention. Always do business, Week days and everyday ' florists Sundays and hoUdays, A He All over tlw cwntry* • I ^ '^ nil) At home and abroad. Gut Flowers American 726 The a mer ican Fl orist. June 7, Paeonias ^TL\Sr Gardenias ^=^=^= 1612-18 LUDLOW ST., PHILADELPHIA, PA. = Ozi f^r^CL ^£t:ex> Jiirxe !•* -^jvlll t>e opera. ««"or»» ^iSO ^. nc*. -to StOO p. nr».« GEO. A. SUTHERLAND, t« 34 Hawley St., BOSTON. Telephone 1270 Slain. BEST BOSTON FLOWERS. AU Supplies. An entire floor Devoted to Stock and Manu- facturing. Distributing Agent for United States for the wonderful A^ LETTER, unequalled for design 77 work. Script, any color, 314c a letter. Block letters, \y» each. The most elaborate design work to order in a few minutes. Gbkebax Asknts: H. BAYERSDORFER ft CO., Philldslphla. REED ft KELLER. New York Citt- SEASONABLE CITY HALL CUT FLOWER MARKET WELCH BROS.. Props. 9 oHAPNiAN PLACE. Boston, Mass. 15 PROVINCE STREET. ' J. K. ALLEN Fresh Flowers FOR June Weddings and any other occasion at bed-rock market rates. i06W.28tllSt., NEW YORK. Telephone 167 Madison Square. OPEN AT 6 A. M. DAILY. N. F. MCCARTHY & GO. CUT FLOWERS S^Mlin ^°' 84 Hawley St., BOSTON. N.Y. GUT FLOWER EXCHAN6E Coogan BIdg, 6th Ave. and W. 26th St., New York. Open for Tnt Flower Sales at 6 o'clock Every Morning DESIRABLE WALL SPACE TO RENT FOR ADVERTISING. JOHN DONALDSON, Secretary. The American Florist Company's DIRECTORY Contains the names and addresses of all the Flo- riBts, Seedsmen and Nurserymen in the Dnited States and Canada. Price $a.oo. AMERICAN FLORIST CO., a24 Dearborn Street, Chioaso, U. Sj A. Wbol?5ale power/arK^ BOBTON, .June 4. Botes, Beauty, extra 12 *' " medium 6 " " culls 2 " Queen of Edgeley 10. '* i>ride. Bridesmaid, Meteor. 1. " extra 3. Sweet Peas Uarnatlons 1 . Lily of the valley 2. Tjilies 4 Paeonias 3. Spir;i'a, stocks Adiantum Asparagus Smilai 12. Philadblphia, June 4. Boiei, Tea 6. " Beauty, extra 20, " " firsts 10, " Queen of Edgely, extra 20, " '■ " firsts ... 10, Oarnationi I LUyofthe valley 4 Asparagus 25 Smilax 15 BUTTAi.0, June 5. Botes, Beauty 7 " Bride, Bridesmaid, Meteor 4 Garnatlont 1 Pn^onias 3 Lily of the valley 8 Bmllax 15 Adiantum 1 00@15.00 00@10.00 00@ 4.00 OC@30 00 00® 3.00 00® 6.00 25® .60 CO® 2 00 Ot® 3.00 00® 6 00 00(" 5.(0 5Ci(i 1.00 75® 1.00 50.00 00916.00 00® 7.00 00® 8.00 00@25.00 00®15.00 0(«" 25.00 OC('nl5.00 .00® 3.00 00® 5.00 ,00@60.00 00@20.00 .0O@3S.0O ,oo®io.oo 00® 3 00 .00® 5 CO .00® 4.00 .00® 20. 00 .00® 1.60 THK NEW YORK GUT FLOWER GO. B5 and 57 W«at 26lh St., WHOLESALE FLORISTS, Dai y Reports. Weekly Payments. Telephones; t a iiittt t ajjc, 2239 Madison Sq. '• ^' WlU-l^AINVj, 203* Madison Sq. MAWAsga. GEORGE SALTFORD, Wholesale Commission Florist, 4S West 29ih Street, NEW YORK. Fair dealing and prompt returns guaranteed. Correspondence solicited. ROVATZOS & MOLTZ ar' FLOWERS i".Sir Headquarters. 56 West 26th Str««tp Opposite Cut Flower Exchange, NEW YORK CITY. ■\Vrite. Telegraph OR Telethone, EUGENE BERNHEIMER Wholesale Florist, Give Us a Trial, We Can Please You. Roses, Carnations and all kinds of Seasonable Flowers in stock. Ilfll C If ACTIMIS Wholesale Com- IfflHi It UnOllllUi mission Florist. •>8I Washington St , Buffalo. N. V. Dealer in Florists' Supplies aud Wire Designs. Open Dav and Night. Phone 14269 A. 1604 Lndlovr St., Philadelphia. CONSIGNMENTS OF ROSES SOLICITeO. SHIPPINO LIBELS m "Cut Flowers Printed tn two colon on gammed paper; your o&rd, etc. In blaolc and Isai adopted by the 8. >. F. In red. Very attnustlve. Price per 500,12.86; per 1000, |4.ea Bend for lamples.—. nnmo or this hat. postpaid, stsi. American Florist Co., CHICAOe. P3EONI3S Leo.Niessen Beauties, Carnations, Ferns. PHILADELPHIA, PA. igo2. The American Florist. 727 FOR SEASONABLE FLOWERS JOHN I. RAYNOR, 49 W. 28th St., NEW YORK, WHOLESALE COMMIS- SION FLOKIST. Telephone 1998 Madtton Square YOUNG & NUGENT WHOLESALE FLORISTS t?Ew"VoAKf* '"*' Are shipping the finest Roses, Carnations, Valley, Orchids, Novelties, in the New York Market. , p„„ ^st to Applicanu. TELEPHONE 20SS MADISON SaUARE. Walter F. Sheridan, Wholesale Florist, Telaphone 902 Ibdlaoii S(ia»r«. 39 West 28th St., NEW YORK. Telephone Nos. 2239 and 2034 Madison Square. MOORE, HENTZ & NASH Wholesale Commission Florists, 65 and 67 West 26th St., NEW YORK CITY. Adjoining New York Cut Flower Co. Balesroom. Finest Salesroom in the Trade. Inspection Invited. All buaineas, selling or shipping, strictly commiiBion. wHni m\ F^'LLIAM GHORMLEY,p-|.„,„„,j,j, | ri nnULCuHLL HECEIVER AND SHIPPER OF FWESH CtT riDWERS. DAILY STOCK Of ALL IjlJIlllffl I Oil I Ull S ■■■■*'"" wIliBl" THE CHOICEST VARIETIES fROM BEST GROWERS WHO SHIP TO NEW YORK. WIIIIII I WW I M II i ORCHIDS, ROSES, CARNATIONS, VALLEY. ^ Talsphons 2200 Madison Square, B7 WEST 28lh STREET, NEW YORK CITY. JOHN YOUNG Special American Beauties, Surpassing Carnations, Lily of the Valley, Orchids, and all Seasonable Flowers. 5X West 29tb. St., NEW YORK. Tel. 1906 Madison Sq. THE RECOGNIZED HEADQUARTERS IN NEW YORK CITY FOR Violets and Carnations GROWERS and BUYERS make a note of this. It wiil be to your advantage. WM. H. GUNTHER. 80 West 29tli St., New York. Telephone 551 Madison Square. Frank Millang Open from 6 a. m. lo 5 p. m, Cut Flower Fxchange, Phone 299 M.idison Squ.are. 55-57 W. 26th St. NEW YORK. ■STABLISHED 1872. JOHN J. PERKINS, COMIIISSION FLORIST, Solicits Consignments or Shipping Orders. Satisfaction given In both. Write tor Term*. 115 Weu/ Ynrif Cut Flower Exchange, I'^CW ■ urn. OPEN 6:00 A. M. An Unequalled Outlet lor Consigned Flowers. Choice Carnations, Seiected Roses. Traendly & Schenck NEV YORK aTY, 38 W. 28th Street, Cut Flower Exchange. New Telephone No. 798 & 799 Madison Sq. Wbol^ale [lower/\arl^fe Nbw Yoke, June 4. Roses, Beauty, select 10.00@15.00 " " medium 5 00® 6.00 " " culls .50® 1.00 " Bride, Bridesmaid 2. DC® 5 00 " Liberty 2 00® 8.00 " Meteor, Golden Gate 2 003 5.01 " All kinds, job lots 6l@ 1 00 Carnations 50® 1 00 Lily of the valley 50® 4.00 Callas, Lilies 3,00® 5.00 Pajoniaa 3 (V ra 6.00 Sweet Peas 35a» .75 Cattleyas 30. 00® 50. 00 Mignonette .50 Smilai 8.0O@12.no Adiantum .50 Asparagus 33.00@60.00 " Sprengeri. perdoz.bun.. 2.00® 3. CO GHAS. MILLANG, 50 W. 29th St., -NEW YORK. Always mention the American Flo- rist -when writing to advertisers. FORD BR05. Receivers and Shippers of FRESH FLOWERS, 111 West SOtli St., NEW YOKE. Telephone 157 Madison Square. Julius Lang BS West lOtk street, NEV TOU. BxFBSBnrrs tsk Best Qbowibb of ROSES, CARNATIONS, VALLEY. TxLZFBOirx 280 MASieon S()u.£b>. ALEX. J. GUTTMAN, Wholesale Commission Florist, A full supply daily of the choicest New York and New Jersey FLOWERS. 02 W. 29th Street, NEW YORK CITY. Telephone 1738 Madison Square. fl. fl. LflNGJflHR, Wholesale Commission Florist, BEST SXOWERS SHIPPED AT I.OWEST NEW TOBK PRICES. 18 BearuiN Place, Brooklyn, N. Y. TxiiSFHoirE 939 Main. ...GEO. M. KELLOGG... """^'i'n'JhTw'eii: Cut Flowers Give us an order and we will please you. Our Greenhouses at PLEASANT HILL. MO. Our Store. 906 Grand Ave.. KANSAS CITY. MO. yi^LONO DISTANCE 'PHOMB AT EITHBB PLAOK. EDW. C. HORAN, 47 WEar 2BTH ST., TeL 4tl MaditoB Square, .NEW YORK. Cyj FLOWERS AI WHOLESALE. 728 The American Florist. June 7, The pBEQ TRa&B- AMBRICAN SEED TRADE ASSOCIATION. J. E. NOETMBUP, Pres.; S. F. Lbonard, Vioe- Ptei.; S. F. WuJ-ABD, Wethersfleld, Conn., Seo'y and Treai. Twentieth annual oonventlon, Minneapolis, Hlnn., June 24-36, 1902. Present prospects for California seed crops are extremely good. J. Charles McCcllough. of Cincin- nati, -with wife, son and daaghter, will sail for Europe early next month. The recent very heavy rains have sub- merged the land of many market garden- ers about Chicago, including many acres of onion sets. Drying weather is badly needed at once. The Chicago seedsmen are very anxious to have the delegates for Minne- apolis join them, starting from Chicago on the evening of June 23. See notice elsewhere on this page. A good time is expected. Carl Beckert, the 16year-old son of W. C. Beckert, of Allegheny, Pa., died May 27 from injuries received in an ele- vator in bis lather's seed store. Mr. and Mrs. Beckert were on the ocean en route to Japan when the accident occurred. President Xorthrop telegraphs as follows regarding railroad fares to the Minneapolis meeting of the American Seed Trade Association, June 24-26; "Western Passenger Association, Trunk Line Association and New England Pas- senger Association grant fare and one- third rate for round trip." American Seed Trade Association, Secretary Willard, of the American Seed Trade Association, writes May 29, stating that indications favor such a lull attendance at the Minneapolis meeting, June 24-26, that the reduced rate of one fare and one-third may be depended on Members should therefore ask for a cer- tificate when buying their railroad tick- ets going and will then be entitled to one-third fare returning. CHICAGO TO MI.^NEAPOLIS. Seedsmen from the east and south of Chicago should purchase tickets from starting point through to Minneapolis, taking certificate receipt for same. This receipt when properly executedat Minne- apolis will secure return ticket at one- third of the regular rate. In purchasing tickets be sure to see they read from Chicago to Minneapolis via the Chicago, Milwaukee & St. Paul R. R., so as to accompany the Chicago party, who are very desirous that all visitors passing through Chicago travel in the same car or cars, leaving Chicago from the Union Depot at 6:30 p. m, June 23. Reserva- tion on sleeping cars can be made through J. C. Vanghan, 84 Randolph street, Peter Hollenbach. 12 North Halsted street, or Goodwin Harries Company, 115 East Kinzle street, all at Chicago. San Francisco. CALL FOR MEMORIAL FLOWERS VERT HBAVV. — FEW PLANTS SOUGHT. — CAR- NATIONS AND ROSES SCARCE. — OUTDOOR STOCK PLENTIFUL. The week in which Memorial day came was a very profitable one to the'growers at well as to the retailers. That ii to say, in the line of cut flowers; In plants very little business is done here on this occasion. Of all the cat flowers, carna- tions were the scarcest and white espe- cially so. Prices averaged 25 cents per doren and 35 cents to 50 cents for fancy. Roses were the next scarce article and teas sold the same as carnations. Beau- ties bringing from $1 to $2 per dozen. Lilies brought $2 to $2.50. Asparagus and ferns were plentiful but smilax scarce and only short strings could be had. Sweet peas were abundant and sold for from 75 cents to $1.25 perdozen bunches, all colors and varieties. Other cheap outside flowers were callas, stocks, mar- guerites, poppies and candytuft. All were plentiful and a very good business was done in that line. Golden Gatb. Columbus, O. TRADE VERY HEAVY FOR MEMORIAL DAY. — STOCK SHORT AND FINE PRICES RBAL- IZ ED.— GOOD CALL FOR POTTED PLANTS. — VARIOUS NOTES. We were all as busy as beavers all last week up to and including Sunday, which is quite as important to the state militia as Memorial day itself. Flowers were very scarce but what were on hand brought good prices. The farmers usually supplying this market vvith paonias had little to ofier this season and those who were fortunate enough to market some of this stock were brave enough to ask $1 50 per dozen and had no trouble in getting it. Roses were scarce and poor, the few good ones bringing $1.50 per dozen. Carnations and lilies, of which there was a fair sup- ply, brought good money. There was quite a call for potted plants in bloom, which could have been sold at fine prices but by Thursday night there was not a good looking blooming geranium or any other potted plant in Columbus. Carl. RUMMER.. ^ f LOWERS Last Chance. GliADIOIsUS BULBS. 4-,000j '" separate colors, 1st size, at 1112.50 per 1000. 7, 000. H'g'> Grade Mixtures, for cut flowers, 1st size, at flO per lUOO. 5.000. K°°<1 mixed, 1st size, at |7.50 per 1000. Noveily, No. "1900," »4.oo per lOO. Vauglian's Seed Store, ""^^^^^ (( Fumigation Methods" BY PROr. JOHNSON. Every Grower needs Cf A A lhl« book Prloe 'Pl.WU AMERICAN FLORIST COMPANY, 324 Dearborn Street, CHICAGO. Florists' Calendar FOB JUNE. 100 1000 ASPARAGUS PLU. NANUS, selling out. . % .75 $6.50 CINERARIA HYBRIDA max. grandi., pkt., BOOaeeda, ;,5-.; 5 pkts.. 81 00. CINERARIA HYBRIDA nana, dwarf grandi., pkt. 500 seeds. 2.'>o: 6 Dkts.. ll.tO. CALCEOLARIA HYBRIDA grandi.. max. or nana, dwatf grandi., either pKt., 5X seeds, Ejc: S pkts.. JI.IO. CALCEOLARIA. SHRUBBY. RUGOSA. pkt. ITk. FERN SPORES, finest sort? mixed, pkt. 25e. PRIMULA SINENSIS FIMBRIATA. the floest ENGLISH STRAINS in pure while. Chlswick red Kerme- siDu robe, blood red, Cti^rulea True Blue, each 1 0 seeds. 25o: in 1000 lots, $1.75. All oolora mixed. lOD seeds. 20c; 1000 seeds, *1.5D. FRESH PANBANUS UTILIS SEED, lOJ.Jl; lOCO, 18.50. 8ENI> FOR OCR NEW LIST all Summer and Fall Forcing Bulbs. Save 10 per cent and get good stCL'k. Addr... H. H. BERGER & CO., Established 1878 47 Barclay St.. NEW YORK CITY. ESTABUSHED 1808 SEEDS CYCAS REVOLLTA STEMS. We have just received a large shipment in assorted sizes from 3 to 12 pounds (most of them 8 or 10 pounds) which we offer at ICc per pound. Special price on large quantities. J.IVI.THORBURN&CO. (late of IS John Street) S6 CORTLANDT STREET. NEW VOMI Bulbs, Bulbs Narcissus and Daffodils, Specialties. Orders booked now for fall delivery. PRICES LOW. Send for cntalogue and price list. American Bulb Growers' Co. PETERSBURG, VIRGINIA. FALL BULBS Tulip*, Hyaolnths, Narolssus, Llllas. Vou uau save iiujuey by piticin}; ordur now. Send us your list; we will mak^ bottom pricdS- James Vick's Sons, RocliBster. N. Y. ONION SETS-NO MORE OF THEM. Sow my Hardy White Onion. HKNIt POB cniCULAIl. 8EAULIEU. the Pansy Man. WOODHAVEN, N. Y. PItau mention the American /■Torist when wrilin£. ICf02. The American Florist. 72» PAEONIAS and all other cut flower stock for School Closings and June Weddings i^^L-!>4^^i All stock billed at market rates day of shipment. RENNICOTT BROS. COMPANY Wholesale Commission Florists, 42 and 44 E. Randolph St., ^^^CHICAGO. 'MUMS E. G. Hll, Hcnd^frson, Superb a, Robinson, Maud Dean, Yanoma, Wanamftker, 25 othen, out tf ^Vi inch pots, $2.C0 per lUiJ. Timothy Eaton, Col. D. Appleton, Maud Adams, MoSeito, Goldmine, out of 2i'»-in. pots, 13.00 per 100. Will exchange for Palms and Ferns. A. D. MONTGOMERY, HIZlETON, PA. GERANIUMS standard varieties, 3>^-inch pots, >6.00 per 100; JSO.OO per 1000. CANNAS— Standard varieties, 4.inch pots, f 6.00 per 100; $50.00 per 1000. ElOENE LEWIS, Eltnira. N. Y. 2000 Geraniums FOR SALE CHEAP. Also lot of Coleus and bedding out stock. Apply to Rl A II I C n M Thoriie's Lane and Wister St., < JAinioUni GERMANTOAN, PHILA. Carnations, Geraoiums Prices quoted U3on application. The Cottage Gardens, Queens, L. I. Please mention the American Florist when writing. ASTER Plants Semple's Branching and Queen of the Market, in white, pink, blue and reu, fine plant**, erown from tbe finest seed saved by mvaeli, at $2.53 per 1000; 40j per IQi. J. C. SCHMIDT, BRISTOL, PA. SPECIALTIES ROSBSi 'rom 3-inoh pots. CARNATIONS, for aU deUverr, CHRYSANTHEMUMS. SMILAX. VIOLETS. Prioei Low. Send for Llat. WOOD BROTHERS. FishkHI. M. Y. Mention the American Florist when writing to advertisers on this page. Cannas, Etc. In Best Varieties International Primula 14 BARCLAY STREET, NfeW YORK. VIU&HAN'S SEED STORE, Unquestionably the best m xture of Chi- nese Primrcses. It contains the largest vaiiety of the best selling colors. Flowers large, beautifully fringed, borne in large clusters well above the rich g'een leaves. Pkt , (2S0 seeds), 50c; 5 pkt., (1250 s.), $2 00. CHINESE PRIMULA, Chiswick red; Alba Ma^ni- flca, white; blue, pinlf, striped. Each, fer pkt. of 250 seeds. 5no; 1000 seeds, $1.75. DOUBLE CHINESE PRIMULA, white, pink, red or mixed, per ptt.. hOc. CINERARIA VAUGHAN'S COLUMBIAN MIXTURE. A mixture of the best Enelisb and German strains, unsurpassed. Hkt. ( lOOU seeds) SOc; 3 pkts., $1.25. CALCEOLARIA HYBHIDA, choicest mixture, pkt. 50o. 10 PER CENT discount on flower soed orders amounting to $2.00 and over for CASH WITH ORDER. OTHER SEASONABLE SEEDS Such as Cvolamen, Pansies, Perennials. Send for our midsummer list of bulbs, etc. Sent free to florists on request. 81 & 86 RANDOLPH ST.. -CHIOAGO. OAININAS 3 and 4 inch. HENDERSON, i CLEVELAND, ]■ $4.00 per hundr'd. CROZY, etc., ) MOONVINE, 4-inch, staked, $6.00 per hundred. JAMES FROST. Lake County. GREENVILLE, OHIO. All Jtte Orders booked now for fall delivery. SEND FOR PBIOES. Rotted cuttings and young plants all out. GEO. HANCOCK & SON. GRAND HAVEN, MICH. ..CARNATIONS FAXON'S ;ro"Jsl.. PANSIES. The best mixture in cultivation, flowers very large* thick and velvety ; of superb colors and markings. The perfection of form and texture. In Trade Packets at $1.00 each. M. B. FAXON, Look Box IS28. B06T0N, MASS. Correipondenoe solicited. ?> THE COMING FERN IS MY NEW NEPHROLEPIS "ANNA FOSTER DELIVERY IN SEPTEMBER. Orders booked now at $25 par 100 for small plants. Larger plants, prices on application. L. H. FOSTER, 45 King St., Dorchsttsr, Masm. Nasturtiums. mostly EmoreES of India and other fine sorts, from 4-inch pots; bushy, beautifully in bloom, only $1.00 per luO. SMITH'S HYBRID MOONVINES, 2^ inch pots. %'■> per 1(0. Cash with order please. GODFREY ASCHMANN. (Rising Sun.) 1012 Ontario St.. PHILADELPHIA, PA. F&RNS. Mixed varieties, strong stock and I good assortment, in 2-inch pots. I |3.50 per 100; 130 00 per 1000. DLAHU DMUO., DETROIT, MICH. //^ 730 The American Florist. June jy The Nursery Trs^b. AM. ASSOCIATION OF NURSERYMEN. R. C. Bebckmanb, Pres.; R. J. Cob, Vioe-Pre«. Gedbbe C. Sbaseb. Rochester. N. Y., Sec'y. rwenty-seventh annual convention, Milwaukee, Wis., June 11-13,1902. It is estimated that the Georgia peach crop, the first of which is now moving, will aggregate more than 15,000 car loads. Twenty laborers employed by the Oregon Nursery Company, Salem, Ore., went on strike May 22 for a raise in pay from $1.50 to $1.75 per day. The places were immediately filled with other men. A RECBNT shipment of fruit trees by EUwanger & Barry, Rochester, N. Y., arrived in good condition at Chemulpo, Korea, after sixty-three days on the way and, being planted within two days, made a nice start. Nurserymen handling the improved forms of Syringa vulgaris report that the recent flowering season has brought many orders for such new lilacs as Charles Joly, Ludwig Spaeth, President Grevy and others. The annual meeting of the American Association of Xurserymenat Milwaukee next week will be its twenty-seventh and probably its best to date, both in point of attendance and business transacted between the members. The Stark Brothers' Nursery and Orchard Company, of Louisiana, Mo., has issued a call for a stockholders meet- ing July 26 to vote on a proposition to increase the capital stock of the company I«SF»A.TC5^. F. B. VANDEGRIFT & COo, Publishers or Vandegrlft's United States Tariff. Customs Brokers and Forwarders. Foreign Express, Export and Insurance Brokers. NFU/ Vnni^ Office. 66 Beaver street I A. B. C. Code Used I /<|||/IlHjAUU Phone Harrison 840 Park Architects and Dealers win find whatever they want in the Holland Nurseries, DeBiit near Utrecht SPECIALTIES ARE: Conifers. Evergfeens, Hardy Shrubs, Lilacs. Ornamental Trees, Fruit Trees in different forms. Azaleas, Rhododendron Ponticum and Hybridtmi. Please send list of your wants and write for general catalogue. We will make you special offers. Write to GROENEWEGEN & ZOON, De Bllt, near Utrecht, Holland. Kurseries. F. BRUNTON ManaRer. CLEMATIS LAUREL HILL IraportPFs and growers of Cliolce Hardy Peren- nials. Native Trees, Stirubs, Specimen Ever* greens. W" grow largequant'ties or Iris, Paeon- ias,Tri Pamnae Piiimoc ^"lect >took, p^ir loo, $150; looo, $20.00 nilllC roilipoa riUIIICS colored. Assorted colors, per 100 , 15 00 NO QUANTITY LESS THAN THOSE NAMED AT PRICES QUOTED. Specialties for School Closings - ; June Weddings. Remember we are HEADQUARTERS on all CUT FLOWERS, our main stay. McKellar &Wmterson Co, 45-47-49 Wabash Ave., Chicago. Qiant Cactus, 4 to 5 feet high, 10 to 14 inches in diameter. Grand specimens ot these seniational decorative plants. ■^2Vi?lte for x>rloes.... HEADQDABTEBS FOB HORTICULTURAL SUPPLIES Of Every Deacrlption. When you can't get what you want anywhere else, send here, we will send It to you. "If it's used In Horticulture, we have It." DUNNE & CO.j M W. SOIta M, Niw Y«lk. Telephone Call, 1700 Madiion Square, Please mention the American Florist when wriCinx Asparagus PLUMOSUS NANUS.... From flats, $2.50 per 100; $20.00 per 1000. 25 at 100 rates; 250 at 1000 rates, prepaid. Cash. LOOMIS FLORAL CO. LOOMIS. CAL. IVORY AND BONNAFFON CHRYSANTHEMUMS. PUntl from 2-inch pots, $2.00 per 100: $18.00 per 1000. Ready for immediate delivery. WM. MURPHY. Wholesale florist, SUtien ^, CNCINNATI, OHIO. Special THIS WEEK. Per iro. 16.01 B.CO 5 00 h.OO 3.00 GERANIUMS, Jean Viaud, 4-inch... S. A. Kutt 4 inch " Queen of the West, 4-in ** Double Gen. Grant, 4-in " In vftrietv, 3 in DOUBLE FRINGED PETUNIAS, finest strains, 4-ir., $6.U0; 'IK, in 3.60 VINCA VARIEGATA. 3 yrs. old, extra heavy, 4-in., J8 00; strong plants, 3-iu 2.50 COLEUS, assorted colors, strong plants, 2K-in. 2 00 SWEET ALYSSUM. Giant double, Sy.-in 2.00 ACHYRANTHES. red and yellow, 2ys-in 2.U0 HELIOTROPE, coming into bloom, 3-ln 2.C0 SOLANUM, white, strong, 3-in 2.C0 CHRYSANTHEMUMS. From 2W-ln. pots, Major Bonnaffon, Ivory, Jerome .Jones, Maud Dean, $2 50 per ICO; Col. D. Appleton, Geo. W. Childs. Lady • uglesey. Pacific, $3 per 100; Chadwick, Tim.ithy Eaton, (5 per ICO. B. FRANK BARR, LANCASTER. PA. ROOTED CUTTINGS Estelle, }5.00; Lawson, $4.00; Marquii and Elm City, $2.00; Crocker and Lord, $1.00 per 100. Other varieties on application. DANA B. HEmbON', OLEAN, N. T. GLOIRE DE LORRAINE, 2X-lacli pott, $15.00 per 100. Write tor prices on larg« lots. Stock guaranteed absolutely free from disease. THOMAS ROUND, Nahant, Mass. Hlease mention the A merican Florist wfun writing. BEGONIfl '^&-w Crop DAGGER FERNS Are now ready, A No. 1 quality, $1.50 per lOOO. " BOUQUETGREEN Princess Pine, 6c per lb. BRONZE AND GREEN GALAX, SOOO lots, 7Sc per 1000. LEUCOTHOE SPRAYS 75 cents per 100. LAURELFESTOONING 4c. 5c and 6c per yard. LAUREL WREATHS, to order, any size. Boston, May 3rd, 1902. We would respectfully inform the trade that our new crop of Dagger Ferns is now ready and they are A No. 1 quality. We carry a full assort- ment of Florists' Hardy Supplies as follows; Bronze and (3reen Galax, Hardy Out and Fancy Ferns, Bouquet Green, Laurel Festooning, Laurel Wreaths, Bundle Laurel, etc. P. S.— Extra choice Dagger Ferns, $2.00 per 1000. Satisfaction guaranteed and quick delivery. Ord' r them now and avoid disappointment and the rush. Long distance telephone, 2618 Main. HENRY M. ROBINSON & CO. 32-34.36 COURT SQ., BOSTON, MASS. g> Jk ■ M '^f Ufonze or green, 75c per ■ ■Zml Za /^ 1000, in 2 OJ lots or over; ^^'^^-''^■' »• single ICOl. $1.00. Fern, Fancy, $?.53 per 1000; Fern, Dagger, $1 50 per lOOO. LeuoothcB Sprays, bronze and green, assorted sizes, $1 per 100. Green sheet moss, $2.50 per bbl. bag. L. J. KRESHOVER. 110-112 W. 27th Street, NEW YORK CITY. Telephone call, 507 Madison Square. HARRY A. BUNVARD. Mgr. 732 The American Florist. June J, Our pasTiMEs, Announoementi of coming oontestB or other •TenU of Interest to our bowling, shooting and etoling readers are solicited and will be given place In this column. Address all correspondence for this department to Wm. J. Stewart, 79 Milk St., Boston, Mass.; Bobt. Kift, 1725 Chestnut St., Philadelphia, Pa.; or to the American Florist Co., 824 Dearborn St., Ohioago, 111. At New York. The usual happy contingent turned up at the alleys last Wednesday and Captain Lang had considerable difficulty in arranging an even team. He is keeping the boys guessing who will be "it" for the team to Asheville. Of course the captain will be too modest to bowl him- self. That it will be a strong team, how- ever, can be gleaned from the following scores: Player ]st 2d 3d 4th Captain Lang 179 2m4 200 188 Burns 175 183 202 153 Siebrei-ht 1.50 168 16» 170 Smith HU 149 165 163 Traendly 172 151 172 2)1 Bunyard 130 147 159 132 •*■''-•■ Baltimore. PROSPECT FOR A LARGE DELEGATION TO THB ASHEVILLB CONVENTION.— DOINGS OF THE TRADE ORGANIZATION. — BED- DING PLANT BUSINESS HEAVV.- STOCK GOOD AND WELL CLEANED UP.— PER- SONAL NOTES. At the last Gardeners' Club meeting C. L. Seybold, Thomas Patterson and Fred. G. Burger were appointed a committee to arouse interest in the Asheville con- Tention of the S. A. F. They hope to secure a goodly delegation from here. It was decided to invite the delegations from Philadelphia, Boston and New York to come by way of Baltimore, staying one night here and leaving with our party by boat to Norfolk, Va. This will afford a beautiful trip on Chesa- peake Bay at a much reduced fare. The attendance at the May meetings of the Baltimore Gardeners' and Florists' Club was very satisfactory, about forty- five being present at the first and thirty- five at the second. At the latest session Prof. Qualntance, of the Maryland Agri- cultural College, gave an hour's lecture on destructive insects, dwelling pattlca- larly on greenhouse pests. C. L. Seybold and Mrs. Seybold were made seriously ill not long since by potmaine poisoning due to eating fish. Mr. Seybold has been very busy this •pring in improvements at Patterson Park. The carpet bedding there is of the usual elaborate character. Bedding roses are very scarce, also coleus and altemanthera. Trade in bed- ding plants has been very good and the market men have been cleaned up in good shape, most of the stock being of good size and well grown. Halliday Brothers, I. H. Moss and others have large numbers of young car- nation plants in the fields, looking fine. Decoration day was a busy one for the fiorists, many of whom had large orders for cut flower work. A large party of florists and gardeners ■visited College Park, Maryland Agricult- ural College, June 4. The seventeen year locust has made its appearance but it is doingcomparatively little damage. Bedding work in the parks is almost finished and the work Is ol the very best. Sweet peas are being received in very limited quantity. Hail at Oshkosh, Wis. On the afternoon of Saturday, May 24, heavy hall fell at Oshkosh, Wis., inflicting much damage. The proprietors of the Isaac Miles greenhouse, 76 Frankfort street, report their loss at about $200 or $300. Miss Miles states that about 1,500 panes of glass were broken, most of the damage occurring on the north and northwest sides of the houses, the wind blowing from that direction. Plants inside the houses were beaten down and destroyed by the hail. The damage to outdoor stock was large. In the hail storm last spring the number of panes broken |these greenhouses at was about 2,400. At John Nelson's, 485 Ninth street, it is reported that the loss was not serious and is not over $25 or $35. There were between 300 and 400 panes of glass broken. The damage outside was con- siderable, plants and vegetables being injured. At the South Side Exchange there was much damage, according to the owners. Fugleberg & Flister. The hail broke about 3,500 panes of glass on the south side of the greenhouses. On the west and south sides was double thick glass and this was broken apparently as easily as that on the other sides. The hot beds were cut to pieces and thousands of pansy plants, stocks, carnations and chrysanthemums were destroyed. Inside the greenhouses 6-inch pots were broken by the force of the hail. The total loss on the glass is about $600, partly insured. LiNviLLE, N. C— Charles H. Kicksecker has sold out his business in galax leaves to C. W. Burleson & Son and has removed to Hutchinson, Kans., where he has bought an abstract office. RiYERTON, N. J —The H. A. Dreer Com- pany has been consigning large quanti- ties of fine cut paeonias to both the New York and Philadelphia markets, where they have averaged good returns consid- ering the depression in the staple lines of stock. Lilium tiarrisii Indispensable for Early Forcing, Our owa growers pack all our Bermuda Bulbs and personally grow half our supply. Careful attention to the growing crop, weed- ing out diseased p'ants, proper grading of the bulbs when dug, business-like packiag and handling, all go to make success with Harrisit. We iavite your orders under these conditions. Ojr bulbs will pay you. Writs for Prices bsfors closing any forcing stock orders. VAIGHAN'S SEED STORE 1 4 Barclay Street, New York. 84-86 Randolph St., Chicago. DAGGER and FANCY FERNS $1.00 PER 1000. fill IV I CAlfCC Bronzp or arpen, 75g UBLPA LtAffCdper 1010. Us^ our Laurel Festooning for your Juno Decorations. Ita ine best, aud cbeaoest in ihe market 4 5 and Ocperyd. Bunched laurel and lauTp] wreaths when wanted. Millington, Mass. Tel. olllce, New Salem. fUase mt^ntion tk^ A merican Fltw-ist when writing- S. S. SKIDELSKY, 708 N. leth Street, PHILADELPHU, PA. CORRESPONDENCE SOLICITED. DnCPC From 5-in. pots at Uc llaec'ean plants; IIUdC9« dothllde Soujert, Gen. Jacqueminot, Coiiuettn des Hlannhps. La Hrance Malraaison, etc. Larco-flow r d CLEWATIS— The flnehl purple, white, lavender and rttJ noris: 2-year from &~inoh pots. 18c; fine t-year. at 9c. C ema'is Panlculata 2-year from 5-inch por.s. l^c; extra from 6-tnch pots 18c. AMPELOPSIS VEITCHll-From 4-iDch pots. 8c; Jroui 3 inch pots, 5k3. Packing free for fcMh. - ^ „ SALTIR, Roohatter. N. Y. FUase menlion the American Florist when wnling HlricEli To the Trade of the Unitt d ^jtates and Canada. Moved rrom IITGEEST to LISSE, HOLUND, H. Zijp & Co. Bulb Growers and Nurserymen. I>ast Chance Tot GLADIOLI To bloora in Ootoher. Retarded bulbs. For information and initructtun write %i ono«. . Wilbur A. Christy, Kinsman, Ohio. tgo2. The American Florist. 733 ROSE PLANT5 Well Established. Per 100 Per 1000 AM. BEAUTY, 3-in. pots....$8.00 $75.00 AM. BEAUTY, 2^-in. pots.. 6.00 50.00 LIBERTY, iVi-in. pots 12.00 100.00 BRIDE, 2V^-in. pots 3.00 2500 MAID, 2V2-in. pots 3.00 25.00 PERLE. 2V2 in. pots 3 00 25.00 METEOR, 2' 2-in. pots 3 00 25.00 GOLDEN GATE, 21/. in. pots 3 00 25.00 All plants sold under express condition that if not satisfactory when received they are to be returned immediately, when money will be refunded. PETER REINBERG, 61 Wabaih Avinut, CHICAGO. Rose Plants strong plants from 2;^-inch pots, choice stock in every particular. Per 100 Per 1000 BRIDE 3.00 25.00 BRIDESMAID 3.00 25 OO METEOR 3.00 £5 00 GOLDEN GATE 3.00 25 00 PERLE 3.00 25.00 GEO. REINBERG, 51 Wabash Ave., Chicago. Orchids! ^ Arrived in fine condition: Cattleya labiata, C. SklDDeri, C. Dowiana, Oncidium varicoBum Bogersli and Peristeria elata; also a fine lot of Anthurium Scherzerianum. Write for our illustrated, descriptive catala^ue of orchids. Special list of freshly imported unestablished Orchids, just ready. Write for a copy. LAGER & HURRELL, "umm't. n. j. Orcbid Qrowan and Importer!. PUase wuntton the American Florist when wriixne. I B .^^ .»». .^^ .-I Of all kinds grown mM £\^£\^ for the trade. ■\U^t5^ an'd^p?>r"' "'* BOSTON FERNS, in 4. 5, 6, 7. 8 and 10-inch pots. ASPARAGUS SPKENGERI and PLUMOSUS, in 3, 4 and 5-inch puts. Write GEO. A. KUHL. Florist, Pekin, III. Roses! Roses! strong Select 3-inch Plants— Some very line 3-in. Meteors at $5 1 0 per Imi ; 3-ln. Perles $6.00, Golden Gate t5 and American Brauties, $10.00 per 100. Elegant stock to plant now. Also a fine lot of 2M-in. Brides and Golden Gates at $30 per ICOO. W. H. 6ULLETT & SONS, LINCOLN, ILL Carnation Floriana. We believe this to be the best pink carnation introduced to date, was disseminated in the spring of 1901 by origioators, Messrs. Pillow & Banks. Price, $6 per 100; $50 per 1000. EOat 100 rate, 600 at 1000 rate. Less than 60, 8c each. Dalliedouze Bros., t*f.vr;°"s;Sc'.a%2r FLATBUSH, BROOKLYN, N. Y. Hease menttonjhe American Florist when writing. Philadelphia Palms. JOSEPH HE ACOCK, WYNCOTE, pa. Offers the following : ARECA LUTESCENS: 6-inch pot, 3 plantB, 20 to 22 inches high 75c each; $75.00 per 100 6-Jnch pot, 3 plants, 24 to 26 inches high $1.00 each; $100.00 per 100 Sinch pot, 3 plants, 30 to 36 inches high $3 oO each 10-lnch pot, 3 plants, 42 to 45 inches high $5.00 each KENT! A BELMOREANA: 6-inch pot, 6 leaves, 24 inchei high $1.25 each; $15 00 per doz. 6-inch pot, 6 to 7 leaves, 26 to 28 inches high 1.50 each; 18 00 per doz. 8-Jnch pot, 6 to 7 leaves, 30 to 32 inches high 3.00 each; 36 00 per doz. 8-inch pot, 6 to 7 leaves, 36 to 40 inches high 4.00 each. HOME GROWN. CLEAN AND HEALTHY. Rose Plants for Sale GOOD CLEAN STOCK, WELL ESTABLISHED. Brides, Bridesmaids, Meteors and Golden Gates, 2-in. rose pots, $30 per 1000; 3-in. rose pots, $45 per 1000; 4-in. rose pots, $60 per 1000. CHRYSANTHEMUM ROOTED CUTTINGS.... TIMOTHY EATON, 93 per 100. Greenhouses, HINSDALE, ILL. BASSETT & WASHBURN, Store, 76 Wabash Ave., CHICAGO. I Tlie Sensational New Rose for 1902, MRS. OLIVER AMES. For description, prices, etc , see Trade List. SI 00.00 IS OFFERED IN PRIZES for Cut Flowers of this Ross al Madison Squara Show next laH. Extra fine plants of the grand pillar rose CRIMSON RAMBLER, from 12.00 to $6.00 per dozen, according to size and age. Aiso all the STANDARD forcing roses in variety, now ready for shipment. JOHN N. MAY, Summit, N. J. Please mention the American Florist when writing. Surplus Stock? BARGAIN 300 Areca Lutescens, 3-in. pots, at $6 00 per 100. 150 Areca Lutescens, 6-in. pots, at 50o each. 100 Kentia Bel. and Forst., 5-in. pots. Sic each. 600 Kentia Belmoreana, 3-in. pots, at $10 per 100. 16C0 Kentia Forsteriana, 3-in. pits, at $10 per 100. ICOO Kentia Forsteriana, from boxes, strong, at $8 00 per 100. 7C0 Kentia Belaoreana, from boxes, strong, at $8 00 per 100. 1000 Latanias, 3-inch pots, at J5.00 per 100. 50 Pandanus Utilis, 6-ln. po's, at 50c each. 75 Pandanus Utilis, 5-in. pots, at 30o each. 30 Fious Elastica, fine, 8-in. pois, 5 to 6 feet at $1.25 each. 50 Fious Elastica, fine, 8-in. pots, 4 ft. .75o each 2500 Asparagus Sprengeri,3-iD. pots, $3.00 per 100. WALKER & McLEAN, YOUNGSTOWN.OHIO. Mums— White Yellow Pink Fitznygram Maj Bonnaffon Glory of Paoiflo White Ivory Rieman Pink Ivory Mayflower Yellow Mayflower Viviand-Morel Mrs. Jerome .Tones— rooted cuttings, Jl.fcO per 100. From 2H-inoh pots, $2.50 per 100. Monrovia, earliest yellow] Rooted Cuttings, $3.50 White Bonnaffon Lavender Queen Col. Appleton, yellow Timothy Eaton, white E. D. Smith, yellow Mrs. W. B. Charaberlai per 100. TFrom 2H-inch pots, J $4 per 100. Rooted Cuttings $3 per 100. From 2V4- in. pots, $4.60 i$E in. pink ) 2> AMERICAN BEAUTY ROSES from 2M and 3-inoh pots, for $40 and $60 per lOuO. Goorga Harrer, Morton Qrovo, III. 734 The American Florist. June 7, Provideocc, R. I. DEALERS MAKB SUCCESSFUL EFFORT TO RAISE THE PRICE OF MEMORIAL BOU- yUETS.— STOCK NOT PLENTIFDL. — PER- SONAL AND TRADE DOINGS. Memorial day brought the ninal rush of bonqnet orders, ranging from 75 cents upward!. Previous to this year there has been a large demand for the old- fashioned 50-cent bouquet, and this demand hai been filled by most florists at very little margin, until it became quite imperative that an eflFort be made to discontinue it. This year the trade asked 75 cents and upwards for ordinary round bouquets, with a successful result, inasmuch as there is more profit in it, and customers receive better work. Flowers were not plentiful, carnations especially finding a short market and bringing an average of $2 per hundred for ordinary stock. Deutzia was abun- dant and desirable All in all, business was very good and the weather was clear and cool. Metal designs were in abundance and sold slowly. This was a surprise, as the local showing was very fine and deserved a better patronage. N. D. Pierce cut large quantities of foliage of fancy shrubs, which added to the eflSciency of bouquets, and sold readily. T. J. Johnston and O'Connor closed very early Memorial eve, evidently being too busy to accept lurther orders. This has been a good year for the sale of bedding stock. Prices have been good, with a steady demand. Richard Higgins entered the ranks of the married men some little time since. M. M. Batavia, III.— T. J. McAllister & Com- pany have a branch store at 31 South Broadway, Aurora, where they are doing a good business. Kankakee, III.— Charles Schafer has been cutting camatious in quantity these past few weeks, his cut for the week pre- ceding Memorial day reaching 9,000 a day. YOUNG ROSE Stock Cuttings from Grafted Plants. 3 inch Maids, Brides and Muteors, .$3.C0 per 100; i.OO per 100; $16.00 per 1000. 3^4-inch Maids, Brides and Meteors, $55.00 per lOOO. flDIflNTUM GUN&flTUM. S^^-inch pots. $2.75 per 100; $22.50 per 1000. Cash with order. Seod for aamplc. The F. R. Williams Co. CLEVELAND, OHIO. IMPERIAL VIOLETS. Fine, strong plants, from 2-in. rose pots, $2 50 per hundred; $22.50 per thousand. Central Michigan Nursery, KALAMAZOO, MICH. ^^^^^^^^^^«^^^#^^I^M^^^* CANNAS. Cannas, Roses, Palms, Etc. Strong, 3- in, pot plants, un- less noted at $1X0 per 100. Florence Vaughan, Italia, Queen Charlotte, Pres. Cleveland. J, D. Cabos, Sophia Buchntr Egundale, Burbank, Duke of Marlborough Alsace, Robert Christie. Martha Washington, at 16.00 per 100. 0f|0^Q A general assortment of Ever- HUOCvi blooming varieties, strong, 2-inoh and 2W-liieh pots, $2.50 per 100; $20.00 per 1000. fiCDllllllllC S' '^- ^'"'^' '^'°>°' Bar- UCnliniUniai ney, Richelieu. La Favorite, John Doyle, Mme. Charles Molin and Beaute Poitevine, $30.00 per lOOO. Per 100 Marquis de Castellane $6.00 Set of 4 New Bruants for 60c. Set of 8 New Doubles for $1.50. In good assortment, our choice of vari- eties, $27.60 per 1000. Per 100 PRIMULA FORBESI $3.00 HELIOTROPES 2.00 SELAGINELLA Emmcliana 2.00 FUCHSIAS, in good assortment of varie- ties, 2W-in. pots 2.50 BEGONIAS— Vernon and Vuloan 2.50 LANTANAS in variety 250 Areca Lutescens, 2H-in. pots, $30.00 per ICOO 4.00 Areca Lutescens, 3-in. pots 8.00 Areca Lutescens, 4-ln. pots., 3 plants in a pot. .20.00 Kentia Belmoreana, 2^-in. pots 7 00 Kentia Belmoreana, 3-in. pots 15.00 Latania Borbonica, 2K-ln. pots 3.00 Latania Borbonica, 3-in. pot, $40 per 1000 5 00 Pandanus Utilis, 2H-in. pots 5.00 Pandanus UtUis, 4-in. pots 15.00 Pandanus Veitchii, 4-in. pots, $6.00 perdoz. niStorrs& Harrison Co. PAINESVILLE, OHIO. Wittboldii Ferns.... A rare chance to get stock of this fine fern cheap. 7.%-va.. |5, 3-in. |8, 5-in. |20 per 100. Bench plants, good for 2;^-in. |3, 3-in. |5, 4-m. |6, 6-in. |25 a 100. Per 100 ALTERNANTHERA, pot plants, red, yellow, pink )2 00 RUSSELIA Multlflora and Elegantis- slma, 2>i-in 3 CO Per 100 BOSTON FERNS, 3-in <8 00 VINCA Major, strong 3 00 GERANIUMS, 6 vars 3 00 COLEUS, 10 vars 2 00 Cash Please. A. J. BALDWIN, Newark, Ohio. VioletPlants WELL ESTABLISHED Per 100 lOOO IMPERIAL 2X-inch $2.75 $25.00 MARIE LOUISE " 2.75 25 00 FARQUHAR " 2.75 25.00 SWANLEY WHITE " 2.75 25.00 CAMPBELL " 3.50 22.50 GRAND RAPIDS VIOLET GO. GRAND RAPIDS, WIICHICAN. "How to Make Money GROWING VIOLETS" by George Saltford, 30 years' practical experience. Price, 25 and 50 cents, postpaid — Money order prel.rred. yiQLET CULTURE CO., 61 Quincy Street, BROOKLYN, N. Y. ••Violet Plants^^ Ready for Immediate shipment. Imperial $2.75 per 100 $25.00 per 1000 Swanley White 2.75 pi-r 100 25 00 per 1000 M. Louise 2.75 per 100 25.00 per liiOO Lady Campbell 2.50 per 100 2J..50 por 1000 Crabb & Hunter, Grand Rapids. Mich. IMPERIAL VIOLETS ti(»:o Superb Plants now in soil, reiidy for imraedi- ttte shipment, from plants ot 1902; selections that iiave HV^-in. pots 16.00 per 100. J. L. DILLON, ^looxxxa»t3t;a.]r£:. Pa. GERANIUMS IN BLOOM. Fine stocl4-inch^ols 60 5 00 1000 $7000 40.00 The New White That is Hard to Beat. Rooted Cuttings from flats, A No. I. stuff. Per 100, S4.50; per 1000, $40.00. CYCAS STtMS, S8.00 PER 1 00 LBS. HIBISCUS PEACHBLOW. 2«-in., $3 00 per 100. Strong S-in., «5.03 per 100. PH4-inch pots Doz. $40.00 30.00 20.00 15.00 10.00 5.00 2.50 1.50 .60 100 $40.00 20.00 10.00 5.00 Started Plants of Cannas, a full line of all the leaders. Write for prices. Large shipment just received. Write for sizes and prices. VAUGHAN'S SEED STORE, GREENHOUSES: ^VESTERN SPRINGS, ILL. 84 & 86 Randolph Street, CHICAGO. 14 Barclay Street, NEW YORK. llardyandTenderWaterLilies NELUMBIUMS, VICTORIAS. We have the most complete collec- tion of Aquatic plants in the world. It embraces all the American and French hybrids and native and foreign species. For prices see Spring Edi- tion of Dreer's Wholesale List, whicli is sent to the trade only. It uncertain what to plant, write us what your facilities are and we shall be pleased to assist you with practical suggestions. HENRYA.DREER 714 Chestnut St., Philadelphia. HOHE-GBOWN, FINE, CLEAN STOCK; OBOWN OOOI.. Write lor Price Llit. j , The Exotic Nurseries, \. HEISS. DAYTON, OHIO. nBRASIUO in Chrysanthemums and KBH nBIM^ Fuchsias, named varie- ■•■*■■'■■•■■■'' ties, at $2.50 per 100. Ailamanda Williamsii $4 00 per 100 Acalypha Sandeni 3.( 0 per 100 Russelia Elegantissima 3.00 per 100 Vinca Variegata 4.00 per ICO All good 2V4-inch plants. The Conard & Jones Co, westsroYe. Pa. Cannas We still have a few of the best varieties of 4-inch Cannas left, also, 3-in. Shall be glad to have you send us your wants in this line. GEO. A. KUHL, Florist, Pekin, III. Please mention the American Florist when wriiing. Shasta Daisy THE LATEST FLORAL WONDER. Plants 25c each; $2 50 per doz.; $15.00 per JOO; ${0000 per JOOO. 25 at 100 rate. 500 at 1,000 rate. JOO seeds, 50 cents. CALIFORNIA CARNATION GO. LOOMIS, OAL. 1,000 VINCA MAJOR VAR. Long tops and several shoots, 3-inch pots, $5.00 per 100; 2W-inch $3.00 per 100. 5,000 CANNAS, Austria, Burbank, dormant $2.00 per 100; Paul Bruant. fine red. $8.00 per 100; Alsace white, $4.00 per 100; Robusta, bronze, $2.50 per lOo! All Colors $1.50 per 100. Assorted Geraniums, 4-in. $6.00 per 100. Santolina Incana, |8 per 1000. Ca4h please, g^^j CQNNELL, West Grove P Please mention the American Florist when writint^ 736 The American Florist. Junej, Pittsburg. CALL FOE FLOWERS FOR MEMORIAL DAY PROVBS FAR BEYOND ANTICIPATIONS.— ALL STOCK CLBANED OUT IN SHORT ORDER— NOTES OF VARYING INTBRBST TO THE CRAFT. Memorial day always makes a market for great quantities of flowers, but the busineis done on May 29 this year in Pittiburg and Allegheny was an unbounded surprise. The stores were liberally supplied with stock, but it was sold in much less time than wat antici- pated. The grade of all kinds of stock was much lower than uiual, but this feature was generally disregarded, as pur- chasers seemed to merely want flowers, and any kind or quality would do. Our pjEonias were late, but the east and south iatjsfied this shortage. LUies were quite plentiful and were easily sold. Carna- tions met the most popular demand. On Saturday the supply of stock was amaz- ingly short and the preponderance of funeral work was very marked. Someof the retail stores were sold out by noon. John Wyland, of De Haven, is perfectly satisfied with the outlook of his rose and carnation stock. He has a fine range of houses and owns sixty acres of land per- fectly fenced. The yield of his peach crop last year amounted to over 5,000 bushels. , ,. ,. r xt. On Tuesday the dedication of the new temple of Pittsburg Lodge B. P. O. E. caused a strong demand for flowers. There was a bif? parade in which Julius and Ernest Ludwig had promment ^ The death of Mrs. Alexander Nelson occurred May 26, after a short illness. Mr. Nelson has the sympathy of his many friends among the florists and gar- deners of the two cities. H P. Joslin, secretary of the Florists and Gardeners' Club, states that the use of the basement hall for social and recre- ation purposes has been discontinued Blind Brothers are interested in Begonia Gloire de Lorraine and have just received a fine lot of the plants. E. L. M. LiTTLB Rock, Ahk.— Vestal & Son report trade good. Tipton & Hurst have added another large house, making eight in all. Wm. Gallagher says that outdoor roses, verbenas and cannas were badly killed out last winter and the very heavy run on these items this spring soon cleaned them up. CHRYSANTHEMUMS. Timothy Eaton, Parks, Chadwick, Pitcher, White Bonnaffon, Ilobson, Florence Haves, Col. Applcton. Rooted cuttings, $2.00 per 100. From ZVa-in. pots, »1.00 per 100. Gl'^ry ot Pacific, R- H. I'ierson, Polly Rose, Robins n. Rooted ouflnKS, $1.00 per 100. From 2yj-in. pols, $2.50 per 100 N. Pockett, I'ink Ivory, Wanamaker, White Ivory, n. .1. Payne, Shrimpton, Bonnaffon, Newitt, .Terome Jones, McArihur, Perrin, Harriott, Maud Dean, Rieraan. Lincoln, Rooted cuttings, $1.50 per 100. From 2H-in. pots, $3.0(1 i>er 100. HERIVHN C. STEINHOFf, West noboken. N. J. ■MUMS I ROSES ! SPEOIAL. I Col Appleton, 2/j-iDch. 120.00 per lOCO; rooted cutting. $10.00 per lOX). Mnj. lionnalTou, 2^-1°.. $18.tO per lOOO: rooted cuttings. $11.01 per ICOO. Our selection in proper proportion of color, 2^- inch, $30 per 1000; rooted cuttings, 112.00 per 1000. 100(XX)2W and 3-inch Maids, Brides, Gates and Meteors. 25.1 TO 2y,-inch Stovia and roo.ed cut- tings, $20 and $12 per 1000. Primed price list furnished on nDpliciillon. Poehlmann Bros. Co:, Morton Grove and Chicago, III. Please menlion the A merican Floriil when writing. ALT[RNANTI1[RAi p. Major and Aurea Nana, |15 per lOOO. Hermsdorff, (30 per 1000. Strnng plants of the following varieties, from flats: Shenandoah, Charles Henderson, Queen Charlotte, Italia, Star, Florence Vaugban, F. R. Pierson, Austria, Robusta, Peachblow. Price, $3.50 per 100; J30.00 per 1000. Glory of Autumn, Golden Bedder, Crimson Verscbaffeltii, Queen Vic- toria, from 2%-'\n. pots, strong and clean, $2 25 per 100; f20 00 per 1000. Rooted cuttings, 17.00 per 1000. SALVIA SPLENDENS, |2.00 per 100; flS.OO per lOOO. MARGUERITES, from 5-in. pots, fine bushy plants, full of buds, |25.00 per 100. RUBBERS, Branched, i% feet high, $1.00 to $1.50 each. KENTIAS, Belmoreana and Forsttriana, 3-in., strong $20.00 per lOO. DRACyCNA SANDERIANA,3-in. pots, very strong and well colored, $25 per lOO. DRAC>ENA GRACILIS, 3-inch, $15.00 per 100. BOSTON FERNS, very bushy, extra fine stock, 6-in. pots, $50.00 per 100. John Scott Brooklyn, N.Y. KEAP STREET GREENHOUSES. TELEPHONE, 1207 WILLIAMSBURG. Petunias! Petunias! Petunias! TO MOVE QUICK we will fill orders for our Superb Collection of Double Frioizeii Petuniaa at reduced prices ac odcj. Estra fine plants from 2H-in. pots, in bud and bloom, ten varieties, 81.53 per 200; 814.00 per 1000. &00 at 1000 rale. First come, first served. We have plenty. CASH. THE W. T. BUCKLEY PLINT CO.. SPRINGFIELD, ILL. GARDENING This is the paper to recommend to your customers, the leading horticultural journal in America for aniiiteurs $2.00 Per Year. Sample Copies Free. Liberal terms to florists who take subscriptions. THE GARDENING CO. ^Sn/ofi'irfi.s.A. ! FOR INSURANCE AGAINST DAMAGE BY HAIL, Address John G. Esler, Sec*y F.H.A. SADDLE RIVHR. N. J. CHRISTIAN SCIENTISTS' meeting in Boston, June I5th and iSth. It will be to your advantage to obtain rates applying over Nickel Plate Road before purchasingelsewbere. Tickets on salejune 12, 13 and 14. Final return limit July 3tst. Call on or address John Y. Calahan, Gen- eral Agent, 111 Adams St., Chicago. 10 Pansy Seed. The Jennings Strain. Will be remly July 1st. Stoik tuk I-'inkht. ■ . B. JBNNINQS. Uok Ml (M. Scottptft, C«M. Grower of the Finest Psnilei. WE GARRY The Largest and most Complete Stock of DAHLIAS in the World lOnO nAUl lAQ Admiral Schley, Eu'eka, IQML UHnLIAO Qold standard. Black Bird. Pink Dandy, Leone, Prolusion. Alba Superba. Gaillardia, Judali and Olympia. All Sterling Araerican varieties. Onth PonilllU (^'^"''<'t'°° °' '^1 contairsU ZUIII UulllUIJ Buptrb new .Vmerican Dahlias. Send for our up-to-date dahlia catalogue. Also spec ill 1 list of cut flower dahlias, beTote ordering elsewhere. W. P. Peacock,sria.'i*s..Atco,N.J. TtieHorticultural Trade Journal THE LARGEST, BR!GIITEST AND BEST Horticultural Trade paper in the British Isles. It contains MORE ADVKKTISEMENTS. MORE ILLUSTRATIONS and MORE NEWS than any of Its contemporaries. Read by the whole of the British trade and all the best European houses every week. Annual subscription, 75 cents. Speciroen copy post free. Published weekly. Hertleuttural Trad* Journal Co.. Padfliani, Lanes., Ia|. SMILAX^inci BOSES MCALLISTER & COMPANY, 11.(0 per 100. Hri.les anil Maids, 2-ineh, 12,00 I"T 100; »1K,00 per Km). Batavia, III. igo2. The American Florist, 737 ♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦ ♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦ »♦♦♦♦♦♦♦ ♦♦• WHEN IN NEED OF BOXES Try our improved folding box, with superior white finish and improved corner lock. S^SimpIes free on application. No charge ♦ for printing in 500 lots or over. C. C. Pollworth Co., Milwaukee, Wis. ♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦»♦♦♦♦♦♦»♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦ ♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦t GERANIUMS BEST RECENT INTRODUCTIONS. 2-inc'b pois, $3.0u per luu— biO Mine Charlotte, 300 Jean Viaud, 603 Mme. Landry, lUOO Huben Charron. STANDARD VARIETIES. »2 60 per IOO-5'O S. A. Null, luOU Mar3.4UU Marvel, 200 Mme. Buchner, 3f0 La Favorite, 359 Due de Mi ntemort, 150 Theo. Theulier, 2ro Countess de Castiers, 100 Mine. Bruant, 100 Pierre le Brun, STRONG FRAME CROWN. 4-inoh pots, $7 00 per ItU — 250 Due ue Monteniort. 200 Mme. .)aulin, 50) Marvel, 1010 S. A. Nutt. From 3W-inch pots, J5,00 per ICO— 60J Mars, 20U America. BEGONIA REX, beat varietif s In 2>»i and 3-inch pots, Si.UO per 103. CYPERUS ALTERNIFOLIUS, 2-inch, lOOO at$J,50 per 100. MATRICARIA, 2-inch, 400 at $;.00 per ICO. HELIANTHUS RIGIDUS. 2-lnch pots, 250at$2.EO per luo. PENNISETUM LONGISTYLUM, 2W and 3-inoh pots, 1,200 at J3.00 per KC. CAREX JAPONICA VAR., 2-inch po's, 1,5C0 at $3.50 per 100. CANNAS, 3-iiich pots. Pierson's Premier, Ch;is. Henderson, Fjorence A'au^^han and Queen Char- lotte, $5.00 per ICO. Nathan Smith & Son, ildrain, Mich. Geraniums Jean Viaud strong, S^-inoh, $25.00 per ICOO. S. A. Nutt, etc., strons, 2i»-inoh, $3j.00 per 1000, S. A. Nutt, etc., 4-inch, $o.0u per ICO. ASPARAGUS PLUMOSUS. fine 2^-inch, $5 per ICO. SMALL FERNS, 'or dishes, fine, 2H-inch, 4 varie- ties, $3 00 per 100. ASPARAGUS SPRENGERI, strmg, 2y»-inch, $2.50 per 100. HELIOTROPE, strong, bushy 4-inch. $i 00 per 100. CHRYSANTHEMUMS, 20 varieties, fine, 2y»-inoh, $25.00 per 1000 CANNAS. strong, Chas. Henderson, 4-inoh, $1.03 per ItiO. CALADIUMS. strong, 4-inch, $4 03 per ICO. VIOLETS, Marie Louise, 2-inch, $2.00 per 100. Carl Hagtnburger, West Mentor, 0. VUjOse mention ih.e ^ rnerrca-n Florist whf.n writinz. ASPARAGUS PLUMOSUS 4-iDoh strong, $10 CO per 100. SMILAX, 2-inch, strong, $1.60 per 100. JBOI«« -Sa.^iA.\^, Best in (he market tor Florists' use, $3.50 per 20u lb. bag. ALBERT M. HERR, Lancaster, Pa. GOLEUS Verschaffeltii, Yellow Queen, , Golden Bedder, Klondyke. Black Prince and Mixed. A lot of 3 and 4-iDch Flor- ence Vaughau an-l Mine. Crozy to be closed out cheap. Write GEO, a. KUHL, PEKIN, ILL. Please mention the American Florist every time you write to an advertiser. CANNAS ARECA LUTESCENS, Ferdoz.-8^-inoh,Wc; 3 $1; 3^, $2; 4, $3. KENTIA BELMOREANA, doz.— 2Kj-in., $1.60; 3, $2; 3!4, $3; 4. $3 60. KtNTIA FORSTERIANA, per doz.— 2V4-in., $1,60; 3-in., $2; SH-in., $3; 4-in., $4. LATANIA BORBONICA, per do7.-2^-in., 60c; 3-in., $1; 6- in., $7.20; 7- in., $10; 8-in,, strong, $18. PANDANUS VEITCHII, per doz.— 5-in., $12; 6-in., $18; 7, $30: 8, $42. NEPHROLEPIS BOSTONIENSIS. per 100— 2-in., $4; 3-in., $8. Per ilo/..— 5-in , $3; 7-in.,J9; 8-in., $12: 9-in.,$18: 10-in., (24. ASPARAGUS PLUMOSUS NANUS, 2-in., $4 per 100; 3 in,, $8 per 100, ASPARAGUS SPRENGERI, per 100— 2-in., $3; 3-in., $8; 4-in., $|2; S-in . $15. ARAUCARIA EXCELSA, 4-in.. $3 per doz. FERNS FuR DISHES. Etc., $:! per 100. FERN BALLS, well furnishea with leaves, $3 to $5 per doz. TheGEO.WITTBOLDCO. 1657 Buckingham PI., Chicago. J| ASPARAGUS. Per 100 Sprengeri, 2-in. po's J2.00 Plumosus, 2-in. pots, ready June 15.... 3.00 Smilax, 2.in pots l.SO Geraniums, to close out, mixed 2 00 PRIMROSES, CHINESE, OBCONICA and FORBESI, ready July 1st 2 00 CASH OR C. O. D. JOS. H.CUNNINGHAM. Delaware, 0. YOUR LAST CHANCE. BRIDES and BRIDESMAIDS, clean healthy stocI<, 3-in. pots, $3.50 per ICO. GERANIUMS, bud and bloom, a^-^-inch pots at $4.51) per 110; 21-4-inch, $3.25 per 100. SALVIA, (scarlet sage), fine 2'4-inch pots, $2 50 per ItO, ALTERNANTHERA, (3 varieties), fine 2-in. at $1.50 per 100. AGERATUM, (3 varieties), 2-in , $1.50 per 100 GOLDEN BEUDER and ASSORTED COLEUS, 2-in. at $l.iJO per lUO. Rooted cuttings of Assorted Coleus, 55c per 100. CASH PLEASE. R. I. HART & BRO., Hackettstown. N.J. FOR SALE. 1800 Myrtle Plants From 2!>i-inch pots, extra heavy stock, at $3.00 per 100; $25.00 rer 1000. Rooted Cuttings from Hats, $1.50 ppf 100; 2i4-inch ei/e. Planted cut uuw will make nice stock for Winter Trade. Unknown parties cash with ihe order. Chas. Schweigert, Niles Center, III. Everybody is more pleased if you say "saw your ad. in the American Florist" when writing. Boston Ferns. Fine plants, $25 per 100. DRAC/ENA INDIVISA, 6-inch, $6 00; 7-inch. $7.00 per doz.; 2 ft. up, extra fine. KENTIAS,6in.,$75and $100 perlOO. 20,000 aERANIU/WS,3i/2 and 4-in., in bud and bloom, $7 per 100, upwards. Nutt, Jaulin, Poitevine, Mt. Snow, La Favorite, etc., etc., and new ones— Jean Viaud , Jacquerie, Thos. Meehan, etc. , etc, , straight kinds. COLEUS, Verschaffeltii, Golden Bedder and mixed, 2-in., at $30 per fOOO; 3-in., 140. Alternanthera, 3 kinds, $15 per 1000. L. H. Foster. 45 King St. , Dorchester, Mass. Please meniiqtt the A merican Florist when writing. BEDDING PLANTS tt^Lt^^l ratuni Sti-IU Gurney, Cob;ca, Verbenas mixed from 2'i-inch pots, $2.50 per 100. AIternantbcr:i, Achyranihes, Coleus mixed. Lobelia Speciosa, N.asturtium tall, Fyrethrum, Irosine, G.-rm:in Ivy, Siilvia, Stevia var., Vinca var.. Rose Geranium, from 2 and 2»/i-lnch pots, %%. Abuiilon mi.xcd. Petunia, Geraniums Mme, Sal- leroi, is. A. Nuit, Heteranthe and mixed, from 2'/4-inch pots, $3. Abutilon, Cannas, Cobaja, Nasturtium tall, Ger- man Ivy and Tradescantia, from 3-inch. J4. 00. Carnation Marguerite in bud, Geraniums mixed, Heliotrope and Petunia, from 3^o-inch, $6 per lOO. Pansies and Daisi*-s, in bloomT$l.fO per lOi'- in bud, $1.00. Cash with Older. LUOWIG MOSBEAK, 8500 Anthony Ave., near So. Chicago Ave,, Chicago. 'Dryden' Geranium, the finest of all bedders, 3W-in. pots $6.00 per 100; 2'..-m,, H 00 per lOJ. Cash please. HENRY EICHHOLZ, Waynesboro, Pa. i^ase mention the American Florist when writing. 738 The American Florist. June 7, Helena, Mont. STATE NUHSBRY COMPANY ADDING LARGELY TO ITS RANGE OF GLASS. — LARGEST PLANT IN THE NORTHWEST.— FINB BUSI- NESS DOING. The season's addition to the plant of the State Nursery Company consists of an even dozen houses 16x130. They are well built, well equipped structures and when completed will be planted mostly to carnations, ior which there has been a call much greater than the supply the past year or two. With this addition the State Nursery Company will have a total of 78,000 square feet of glass, all in good shape and turning out profitable crops. It is considerably the largest place in its section of the country. One] of its advantages is natural hot water for heating. The firm conducts two retail stores, one in Helena and the other at Butte, each doing a nice business !n cut flowers and plants and handling considerable quantities of seeds in season. C. W. S. Minneapolis. DEMAND VERY LARGE FOR MEMORIAL FLOW- ERS.— BEDDING STOCK ALL CLEANED DP. —CARNATIONS PLENTIFUL BUT ROSES SCARCE. Memorial day trade was very heavy, a much larger business than last year. Bedding stock was cleaned out and by Friday noon none could be secured. In cut flowers it was the same way. Although there seemed to be an abund- ance of carnations, they were soon taken, as there were few roses to be had. The fancy roses brought up to $8 per hun- dred. Carnations were small, because of the intense heat of late. Outdoor lily of the valley is in market and looks prime, finding ready sale. Shipping trade was heavy, but trouble was experienced in filling all orders up to the notch. A large consignment of cape jasmine from Texas found ready sale, there being no outdoor flowers to speak of. C. F. R. HoLYOKE, Mass. — E. D. Shaw filed a petition in liankruptcy at Boston May 29. His liabilities are placed at about $3,300 and the assets nothing. Mr. Shaw's financial troubles began several years ago, when the Rosemont green- house became his property. R. A. Allyn has charge of Mr. Shaw's interests. TO MAKE ROOM I OFFER ISOKentlaBeimoreana, 2!i-in $5.00 per 100 400 " " 3-iii 10.00 per 100 200 " " 4-in., 3d size IB CO per ICO 100 Latanift Borbonioft, 3-in 5.00 per ICO 100 Pandanus Ulills, 2H-in 4.00 per 100 75 •• " 3-m 8.00 per ICO 400SelaKlnella Emmeliana, ZM-in 3.00 per 100 All healthy stock. Cash with order. JOSEPH E. BONSALL, SALEM. OHIO. Cannas strong plants in 4-inch pots at $6 per lOO of the following varieties: CnicaKO, Allemania, Alptontc liouvier, Conipte Bouchard, J. G. Eiself! and Uassett's Red. H. N. HOFFMAN, ELM RA. N.Y. GERANIUMS From 4- inch pols, stronjr plants in bloom. S. A. Nutt. OuP(5n of the West iiiid stHlidard varUaies ..f CANNAS at H7,liJ per 100, Mrs. Geo. Waldbauer, Saginaw, W. S., Mich. Please mention the American Florist when writing. Plant and Rooted Cutting List NOW READY FOR SHIPMENT. ROOTED CUTTINGS. Per 100 Coleus. Red Verschafteltii $ .75 GerHDiuma, Mme. Pollock 1.50 Happy Thought 1.50 Eo^'lish Ivy 1.00 Heliotrope 60 Chrysanthemums 1-25 POT PLANTS. Per 100 PterisTremula, 2',.4-'nch tl.f^O Pteris Tremula, 2>% inch 2.23 Pteria Tremula. 3-iDch •J.O'i Roses. Ulrich Brunn*T, 2H-iQch 3 tO Ilydrani-'ea Otaksa, for growing on, 4- inch. 5.00 Hydrangea O'aksa, " " 5-inch.. 7.00 Hydrangea Otaksa, " " 6-inch. .10.00 Hydrangea Otaksa. " " 7-inch -.15. 00 mDVCAMTHFIilllMK ^^- ^- l^>°coln, Jerome Jones, Golden Wedding, Philadelphia. Ivory, vllHl Onli I IILlTllJIfl^ Thornden. Pres. Smith, Minnie Wanamaker, Louis Boehmer, Maud Dean, Vivi&nd-Morel, Major Bonnaffon. Q. W. Childs, Mme. Bergmaun, Glory of Pacidc, J. G. Whilldin. Rooted cuttings, grand stuff, $1.25 per 100; $10.00 per 1000. ^~A11 the above sold on the positive guarantee ol their being flrat-class, if not, your money at once refunded. Having to rebuild our greenhouses this season the following; stock is in our way at the start. If you waot any speak quick: Asparagus Plumosus, 3-year, from bed. fine clumps, $18.00 per ICO. Ken- tiiis, 2H-inc'i. very fine, $5 00 per 100. Roses— Ulrich Branner and Paul Neyron, 2-year-old, from boxes, own roots, $8.00 per 100. Kentia Seedlings, from flats. 1-year, $3.50 per ICO. Geranium Mrs. Pollock and Happy ThougDt. 1 and 2-year stock, plants from bench, $6.00 per 100. Cal as, 4-year-old, $5.00 100. Steel Wire Stakes, galvanized, No. 8 vpire, 3 feet, used one season. $5.80 per 1000. JOHN IRVINE & SONS, Bay City, Mich. 125,000 ASTER PLANTS Best florist's cut flower varieties; all transplanted. Strong plants, bushy roots; sure to please you. ASTERS. Hohenzollern, pure white, delicate rose and red (Roemer's) , last year novelty, grandest aster to date. Mammoth size, 7 inches across, double to center, resembling a large Japanese chrysanthemum, unsurpassed for cutting or bed- ding, plants branching, with strong stems 18 to 20 inches long. 7nc per lOU; $6.00 per 1000. Queen of the Market, white, red, pink and mi'ed. Florists* Upright Branching, outer petals re- curved, center petals incurved, superb cut flower, pure white, daybreak pink, fiery scarlet and lavender. Late Branching or Semple's, white, rose pink, lavender, red and mixed. All the above are the best money makers for florists, strong, healthy nlants, assorted to suit, &0c per 100; 8^.00 per 1000. Express prepaid for cash with order. DES MOINES PLANT CO., 38th St., Des Moines, Iowa. A FEW GOOD THINGS YOU WANT. KENTIA BELMOREANA and FORSTERIANA. spec- ial price to reduce Steele. 2V4-in., 8c; 3-in.. 15c; 4-in. 3in; B-in., 50o:6-in., $I.0O. 3, 4, 5-in. ARECA LUTESCENS, 3 and 3 plants to a pot, same price. These are excellent lot of clean, cool grown plants. BOSTON FERNS, 4o. 8c, 15c, 30c and 50c each. DRACAENA INDIVISA, 3,4, 5-in., 6c, 10c, 35c each. GERANIUMS, 34n., Bonnat, double and single Grant, La Favorite, S. A. Nutt, Atkinson, Salleroi, Poitevine, M. Barny. Kleber, John Doyle, Jaulin, Riccard, Mrs. E. G. Hill, Perkins. -Per 100— 3-in., $3.00; 3-in., 85.00. ASPARAGUS SPRENGERI, 2-inch, $3.00 per 100; Plumosus, 3-inch, $8.00 per 100. ENGLISH IVY, 2-in., $3 00; 3-in.. $6.00 per 100. Verbena, Petunia, Smilax, Achyranthes, Lobelia, Coleus, Alternanthera, Tomato Plants, Camnbell Violets, Aster, Ageratum, Heliotrope, Vinca Var., Giant Alyssum, Scarlet Sag» Clara Bedman, 2 in., $2.00 per 100; 3-in., $4.00 to $.5.00 per 100. Send for wholesale lists. Cash or C. O. D. GEO. M. EMSIANS, NEWTON. N. J. THE KINNEY PUMP. For applying Liquid Irianure it lias no equal! Sent prepaid for $2.00. Boston Florist Letter Go. MANUTACTUREBS OF FLORISTS' LETTERS. dVes, The HOSE CONNECTION CO KINGSTON. R. I. Always mention the American Flo- rist when writing to advertisers. ThiM 'frooden box nicely stained and var- nished. 18x30x18 made In two gectiong, one for eaclx siz« letter, g;iTen away with first order of 500 letters. Block Letters, \Vt or 2-lnch size, per 100, 12.00. Script Letters, $4. Fastener with each letter or word. Used by leading florists everywhere and for s&le by all wholesale florists and suppV dealers. N. F. McCarthy, Treas. and Manajif, 84 Hawiev St.. BOSTON. MASS. LVANS' IMPROVED V£MmAriMG\ APPAJtATUS \ WRiTt. roR ILLUSTRATLD "-flTALOCUC QUAKfR c/rrMACHmwoim. ^•^'.*-^.^' RICHMOND. iNDl Fresh Tobacco Stems. Bales of 300 pounds, $1.50. Cash With Obdkr. W, C. BECKEBT, Aliteliail). Pa. A. HERRMANN. Cape flowers, "j- oolobsj Cycat Leaves, Metal Designs, ^>i> All riorists' Sipplles. Send tor Ptlott. ««4.4lt Kaot S'tn St.. IIVW VOBK. Sigmund Geller Importer and Manufacturer ol FLORISTS' SUPPLIES Complete Stock -New Goods— New Illustrated Catalotiuc Now Ready. Send tor it. 103 W. 2Sth St., near 6(h Ave., NEW YORK. Our Directohy for l',)02 isnow ready, with many changes and new features of the greatest value to all branches of the trade. Price $2.00. igo2. The American Florist. 739 NEXT! HOW ABOUT GRAOUATIONS? School children by tens of thousands will graduate in June and every one will want a COMMENCEMENT BASKET We have them to suit all tastes and all pockets; new styles and fancy material. Put a collection of them on view and they will sell themselves. There are sure to be some Write Us For List WEDDINGS IN JUNE and Low Prices of outfit to complete a Wedding Decoration in Modern Style. YOUR CUSTOMERS WILL BACK YOU UP. H. BAYERSDORFER & CO., Manufacturers of and Dealers in Florists' Supplies of Every Description. Most Extensive Stock on the Continent. 50-56 N. 4th St., PHILADELPHIA, PA. TO KILL ALL Greenhouse Bugs USE u NICOTICIDE Clean and harmless as Fumigant or Spray. Ask your seedsman for it or write to The Tobacco Warehousing and Trading Co., 1000 Magnolia Ave., Louisville, Ky TIN FOIL Plain, Fancy, Printed & Mounted, Slannfactiu-ed by Tlie Conley Foil Co. SiSl to 641 West !35th St., jski:oi:vX^EI<]<', A Viili)iil>l>-, lii.-i|M-ri>.lt A trial fiiitlli-i<>iit lo provf lU i-xti-riiiiiiiL)iiik' (lUiiHtlfH. Wrlt«; ft.r H|n-«-iiil olTcr U> Kl(.rlntH. .'^aiiipliM-aki', fiionirli fnr i i-'j Kallons cftHlly prr- p;iII'llW(lllltl(IIl, fill lu riUlS. LARKIN SOAP CO., Buffalo, N. Y. KILLED June Weddings and School Commence- ments. Are you prepared tor same ? Look over Now Come your stock, and send us vour orders. We can promptly fill them from our LARGE STOCK OF UP-TO-DATE SUPPLIES. We give exceptionally good value in all lines. Catalogue for the asking. MiRIGE&COiiM^n 918 Filbert St., Philadelphia, Pa. Leading Florists' Supply House. porfers and ufacfurers OUR NEW FOLDING Cut Flower Box t IS A PERFECT GEM. SEND FOR SAMPLE. ^ HOLTON&HUNKELCO. \ MILWAUKEE. WIS. S •'•'I ^•'•'•^^•^•'my9^m^^ f GREENHOUSE MATERIAL. Cal. Red Cedar and La. Cypress. BEST GRACES. PERFECT WORKMANSHIP. Write for Catalogue and Estimates. A. Diet sch & Co. rhfcago,' Vil ESTABUSHED 1866 EMIL^STEFFEItS^ SUCC." fLSTEFFENS "0STEITEI1SBR05 it BLACK DEATH 99 (POWDER) TO EAT THEREOF IS TO DIE. BUQ KILLER and FERTILIZER. Three years of unprecedented success wherever intro- duced all over the United States has proved "HLACK DEATH" to be a cheap and absolute annihilator of all insects, bugs or beetles that prey on vegetation, foliage and flowers. See what Peter Reinberg said in this paper, Feb. 8. Other atrong indorsements sent on receipt of postal card. Western Sales Ageacy, 235 Franklin St.. ChlcaBo. HANDLED BY SKKDSMEN. 8. D. 8TRYKEK, Agent. a WE NOW OFFER Chemicals 99 for making LIQUID COMPOST. Dry powders all soluble in water. Composts cost leas than ?iiC per k*'- ("orrespondenc"' invited. EASTERN CHEMICAL COMPANY, 620 Atlantic Ave., Boston. SARATOGA EXCURSION June 5, 6. 8 and 9, at rate of $19 45 for the round trip. Final return limit July 2nd, )'» 2, via Nickel Plate Road. Three daily trains to New York and Boston City Ticket Oltice, 111 Adams St, Chicaeo. 'Phone Central 2057. 19 IRON RESERVOIR VASES- Lawn Settees Munnructured by McDonald Bros. COLUMBUS, 0. Tho Largest Manufacturers of these Goods in America. Send for Catalogue igo2. The American Florist. 741 2n(l-HAND BOILERS We have in stock a great number of good second hand boilers, low pressure, which we will sell at Bargain Prices consisting of the following: 10 — 48x12 horizontal tubular boilers, each ^125.00 3 — 42x10 horizontal tubular boilers, each $100.00. 6 — 36x12 horizontal tubular boilers, each ;^75.00. 1— Kroeschell hot water boiler, 100 feet capacity, ^7 5 00. 100,000 feet 2-inch second hand boiler tubes which we furnish with sleeve couplings, oakum and cement, per foot 6 cents. 50,000 feet 4-inch flanged wrought iron casing, per foot 16 cents. Ask for Our Catalogue No. 47. Chicago House Wrecking Co., West 35th and Iron Sts., Chicago, III. Sprague Smith Co. PLATE AND WINDOW PUSS CreenhousB Glass a Specialty 205 Raadolpk Street. CHICAGO. Please mention the A met I'can florist ivhen writing. AdjustablePlantStands THE BEST ON THE MARKET. I stand SI. 50; 3StandsS4 00; 6 Standi S7'90; 12 Stands SI4 00. YOU NEED THEM \\ YOUR BUSINESS. C. B. WHITNALL, MILWAUKEE, WIS. Invalid Appliance Co., MANUFACTURERS OP COLUMBIA PLANT TUBS I™ Regan Printing House g. CATALOGUES 87-91 Plymouth Place, jf-J-J- CHICAGO jtjtjt $ 9 00 TO BOSTON AND RETURN $19 00 via Nickel Plate Road, account of meeting of Christian Scientists, June I5th to I8tb. Tickets on sale June 12, 13 and 14, with open return limit of June 2lst. Bv deposit- ing tickets with Joint Agent in Boston on or before June 2lst, extended limit return- \m until JULY 3lst, may be secured. Tnree trains daily. Through vestibuled sleeping-cars. American Club Meals served in dining-cars on tbe Nickel Plate Road; also meals a la carte. Address John Y Calahan, General Agent, ill Adams St., Chicago, for reservation of sleeping-car space and other information. 8 %tlitiltiililtilllll"^ ^m ^fc FTER you have tried "Cheap Ma- ^ t^^ terial" and find that it is not cheap, \ij||||! M ''TRY OURS." M Our material costs a little more than that nSL-M, furnished by planing mills, but it lasts much longer, as those who have tried both will certify. Our large list of satisfied customers is our strong- est endorsement. If you want good material at proper prices, get ours. Estimates cheerfully furnished. rcHIC/lGol. II1to115BLACKHAWKS StLLIMG AGE.NTS TOR GARLAMD IRON GUTTERS. i^Vli*llff!9l!fl!ff!V% AIR DRIED QUALITY and WORKMANSHIP If yon want good greenhouses you must have a good design and good material, properly machined. We use only the Bett Absolutely Clear GUir RED CYPRESS And have the ability and facilities to give you the best of workmanship. Before you build write for sketch and ettimate. If your iron work and pipes rust and corrode write us about our PAIMT specially prepared to prevent corrosion underground and in damp places. I /liH I FOLEY MANUFACTURING CO. Office, 471 W. 22nd St. CHICAGO. ILL. Factory and Lumber Yard, 474-498 W..2tst Place. STI C A USE IT NOW. F.O.PIERCE GO. 170 Fulton St., NEW YORK DILLON'S GREENHOUSE MFG. GO. M4.NUFACTCBERS OF HOT BEB SASH, ilTK DRIED GULF CYPRESS SASH BASS Bloomsburg Pa AND OTHER GREENHOUSE MATERIAL,. BUILDERS Of DURABLE and PRACTICAL Greenhouses at a LOW COST. ^P~Our descriptive cir'ular contains valuable information for every florist. Send for it. WE HAVE SOMETHING NEW TO OFFER. Please mention the American Florist when -writing. 742 The American Florist: June 7, Hanover, Pa. memorial day beings large call for flowers in battle scarred rbgion. — soldiers' cemeteries reqoire much stock. — variods notes of interest. Memorial day kept Frank C. Cramer more than busy. It was hnstle (rem early morning till late at night, lor besides his local trade Mr. Cremer had Gettysburg to provide for. Carnations have been much in demand, the supply, as usual upon such occasions, running short. Rosei went well and everything having the semblance of a flower was pressed into service. Galax wreaths took well but immortelle designs had a limited call. Nowhere else, perhapi, does Decoration day recall the sad, or shall I say the glorious events of the past as vividly as it does in this section, where great battles have been fought. Every child, it seems, is imbued with a feeling of reverence for the memory of the fallen heroes. Flowering plants of all sorts sold exceptionally well. There is scarcely a home, humble or pretentious, but what has been made more attractive by the artistic touch of the landscape gardener, that is, the local florist. D. Z. Stover, of Gettysburg, has con- cluded to quit, having sold his green- houses, stock, fixtures and all to Mr. Cremer, who will transfer it to Hanover. It is Mr. Cremer's Intention to grow more carnations than heretofore, although roses will by no means be relegated to a back seat. His carnation plants in the field look clean and vigorous. NOMIS. Springfield, Mass. Last week the golden jubilee was held to celebrate Springfield's fiftieth year as a city. The jubilee was a great success and brought lots of outside trade to the city. The florists came in for their share, as everyone reports having all he could attend to. Decoration day was ahead of last year, there being a good demand for rosei, carnations, lily of the valley, sweet peas, viburnums and haw- thorns. Funkia variegata was plentiful and was largely used in made up work. Prices were about the same as former years. Fairfield reports business ahead of last year with a good call for galax wreaths. Schlatter & Sons report sales good, with everything used up. A. B. AWARDED THEONLVnnST CLASS CERTIFICATE OFMERIT BYTHESOCIETVOF AMERICA! FLORJSTSAlBOSTONMASsI AUC.SISTiaSO FOP STANDABrJ FLOWER POTS. il^ILLDIN erseyGty PotteryGo^ [ONC Island Jty Philadelphia rravelmg Representative, U. CUTLER RYERSON, 108 Third Ava. Newark, N. J Mease mention the American Floriit when writing. Standard priX^ Flower... t VJ I \D If your greenhouses are within 500 milei of the Capitol, write us, we can save you money W. H. ERNEST. 281h md H Stre«tt. WASHIMOTON. D. C. GEO. KELLER & SON, MANUFACTURERS OF FLOWER POTS. IJefort^ buvinp; \\t\U'- for prices. 361-363 Herndon Street. near Wrightwood Ave., CHICAGO^ ILL Please mention the American Florist when meriting FLOWER POTS STANDARD POTSspe^altv List and SAMPLES FREE. SWAHN'S POTTERY MF'G CO., P.O. Box 78. MINNEAPOLIS. MINN. Please irention the American Florist when writiny WRITE AE VnUR 1S21-23 N. LaAVITT«T.< I fi KUnn, OHIOAGO. ILL., JOB PBIOKB OF Standard Pots whloh for'itren^^tb and poroilty oombloed are the beit on the market. THOSE RED POTS "STANDARDS" FULL SIZK AND WIDIO HdTTOMS. BULB I'ANS ANU A/.ALKA I'OTS. DETROIT FLOWER POT M'F'Y, HARRV BALSLEY. DETROIT, MICH.. Rep. 490 Howard St. Please mention the American Florist when writing. ^^Standard The lightest running, most rapid and powerful ventllat- ingmachineryin Che market. Duplex Gutters, Made of wrought or cast Iron with self adjusting sash bar clips. The only Drip Proof Metal Gutter offered to the Public. Send for my cata- logue free. E. Hippard, Youngstown, 0. STANDARD FLOWER POTS ! Packed in small crates, easy to handle. Pots Price per crate ISOO 2-in., in crate, J4.88 15U0 2M " 5.25 60 8 I5U0 Z% " 6.00 48 9 lOilO 3 " B.OO 48 10 800 3W " 5.80 24 II 500 4 " 4.50 24 12 320 5 " 4 51 12 14 144 6 " 3.16 6 16 Seed pans, same price as pots, list of Cylinders for Cut Flowers. __ . kets, Lawn Vases, etc. 10 per cent oil for cash with order. HtLFINQER BROS' POTTERY, OR ... FORT BDWARD, N Y- AuotisT KoLKKR A SoNB, New York Aeenta 31 Barclay St., New Yobk City. KELLER BROS. Pots Price per crate 120 7 in., in crate, 14.20 8.00 aao " 4.80 3.60 " 4.80 " 4.80 4.50 Send for price Hanging Bas- gi.riR.n.ifl-gi.g.^ Pearl St, NORRISTOWN, PA. Manufacturers of Standard Flower Pots, red in color, equal to the best on the market; are 16 miles from Philadelphia, best of railroad connec- tions. We give special attention to mail orders and make special sizes to order in quantities. A postal will bring prices and discounts. REP POTS SAMPLE POT AND PRICE LIST ON APPLICATION. C. C. POLLWORTH CO., ^.k^*""" Gardeners' Chronicle. A Weekly Illustrated Journal. EhtaulisbeI) 1841. The GARDENERS' CHRONICLE has been for ovBR Sixty Years tub Leading Journal of its class. It has achieved this position becauae, while Bpocially devoting itself to supplying the daily recjulroments of gardeners of all classes, the infor- mation furnished Is of such general and perma- nent value that the GARDENERS' CHRONICLE U looked up to as tho atandard autboritt on the subjects of which It treats. 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LATEST PRICES. ](£| f if ^I^M/^^M OnLO'R I RmBricd is "ths Praw of the JIesseI! therB may be mare comfort Rmidships, but wb rfe the Srst ta touch Unknown Seas,' Vol. XVIII. CHICAGO AND NEW YORK, JUNE 14, 1902. No. 732. fLlE ^IS!!Eii!@M! IFlL@lQ9@f Setehteenth Yeab. Copyright 1902, by American Florljt Company. Entered aa Seoond-Claii Mail Hatter. PUBUBHED ETEBT SaTUBDAT BT AMERICAN FLORIST COMPANY, 334 Dtarbom 5t.. Chicago. Boitorn Otflc*: 79 Milk 5t., Boston. Subicription, 11.00 a year. To Europe, 12.00. Subscriptions accepted only from the trade. • SOCIETY OF AMERICAN FLORISTS AND ORNAMENTAL HORTICULTURISTS. 0FP1CEB8 — John Btjbton, Philadelphia, Pa., presiden J. W. C. Deake, AsheviUe, N. C, vice- president, Wm. J. Stewabt, 79 Milk Street, Boston, Mass., secretary; H. B. Bbattt, Oil City, Pa., treasurer. The eighteenth annual meeting will he held at AshevUle, N. C, August, 19-22, 1902. THE AMERICAN CARNATION SOCIETY. Annual convention at Brooklyn, N. Y., Feb- ruary, 1903. Albebt M. Hebb, Lancaster, Pa., secretary. CHRYSANTHEMUM SOCIETY OF AMERICA. Annual meeting at AsheviUe, N. C, August, 1902. Edwin Lonsdale, Chestnut Hill, Pa., Sec'y. AMERICAN ROSE SOCIETY. Annual meeting at call of executive committee, Leonabs Babbon, 136 Liberty St., New York, secretary. THIS ISSUE 36 PAGES WITH COVER. CO/^TENTS. The retail nower store 745 An Iowa establishment (iUus.) 746 Massachusetts Horticuiturdl Society 746 An historical rhododendron show (illus.) 747 The Xew York exhibition 747 The best twenty-five preonias 748 Brooklyn Horticultural Society 748 Chicago 748 Boston 749 New York 749 Denver 750 Toronto 750 Philadelphia 759 Cleveland 761 Pittsburg .....751 ButTalo 751 Diseased begonia leaves 752 Greenbouse building 752 New members of the S. A. F 752 A rose pest 7 2 Obituat.v '■: 753 The s;ed trade 758 —Bermuda lilies (iUus.) 7r8 — American Seed Trade Association 758 The nursery trade 760 — American Association of Nurserymen 760 —Charles A. Ilgenfritz (portrait) 760 Our pastimes 762 —Picnic party at Western Springs (illus.) 762 Cincinnati 762 Washington .' 764 Des Moines 766 Bradford, Pa 768 San Francisco 770 Lo^yell, ^lass 772 New Orleans 774 The Retail Flower Store. [A paper by J. F. Coombs read before the Flo- rists'' Club of Hartford, Conn., May l^, lg02.] It is my opinion that the present sea- son, which is now about at an end, is one of the most prosperous that the florists in this locality have had. Stock of all kinds has been generally good and better prices have been obtained than usual. We note this more especially of carnations. A year or two ago 35 cents a dozen was considered a good price for them, and even last season a number of these flowers were sold at that price, but this season few were sold for less than 50 cents a dozen, and many for 75 cents and $1 and sold more readily than those for 35 cents a dozen a few years ago. To be sure the cost is greater to produce the flowers which sell for 50 cents, 75 cents or $1 a dozen than those that sell at 35 cents, but there is more money in it, and it goes to show that the average customer is willing to pay a better price for good stock. It seems to me that it ii the general rule among florists to give too much credit, by letting accounts run too long and giving credit to people they do not know. I cannot tell the reasdn for this but it seems to be a falling that the majority of them have. If our business could be run on a cash basis what a fine business it would be. But this is not possible, especially in the business that is conducted on a comparatively large scale, for in many cases you take an order and run the risk of getting your money. For instance, if there has been a death in a family and one or more of the members come to order a design, or several designs, amountingto$10 or $25, or perhaps more, as the case may be, it happens very often that they do not have the money with them and will ask you to charge it, or perhaps they will walk out without saying anything about the pay, taking for granted that you will charge it anyway. That is the time you are running the risk. If you refuse the order you may be so much out, for your customer may be good for the amount and pay the next day alter the funeral, and, on the other hand, if you do take the order you may lose. But as a rule there is a smaller percent- age of loss on funeral work than on any other part of the business. If you will try to get your money for funeral work immediately after the funeral, when the people are feeling bad, you are more apt to get it than if you let the account run. My experience is, the most difficult person to collect a bill for flowers from is the young man who has been in the habit of ■ending his lady friend flowers and for some reason they have had a falling out. In a case like this the florist ought to have the credit of sending the flowers, but he does not, aa his card is not in the box. This sort of a customer will pay for his flowers at first and then commence to have them charged, and before you know it, or perhaps before he will realize it himself, he has run up a good- s'zed account and then does not want to pay for the flowers because his girl has gone back on him. The question has been asked, is it advisable to have lady clerks in a flower store? I should say that it is, if the right kind can be had, though it is hard to find that kind, for the reason that many lady customers would rather trade with them than with a man. There are also many customers who think that a lady has more taste in arranging flowers, which I think in many cases is so. They are handy in tying ribbons and have an inclination to keep the store neat and clean. But they cannot demand the salary the man clerk gets for they cannot do the heavy work or stand the long hours the men have, nor is it expected of them. I understand in the western cities there are a number of women florists in business for themselves and conduct it very successfully. I might say a few words here in regard to advertising. Does advertising pay the retail florist? I should say that a little of it does if it is done in the right way, but how are you going to tell? People are not coming in to tell you that they saw your "ad" in such and such a paper. The only way I know of telling is if, when you advertise some special flower, you have an unusual demand for the flower advertised it is a pretty good proof your "ad" has been read. I think the only way to advertise, if you are going to advertise at all, in a city the size of ours is by the line in the reading notices in the daily papers. General advertising in fair souvenir programmes, dance programmes, church, lodge or col- lege papers, is not worth the time it takes to write the copy, but in many instances the storekeeper feels obliged to take a space because the person who is canvassing for advertising is one who has left him an order for flowers some- time previous. Of course there are exceptions, for I know of a few instances where an advertisement of this kind has really paid, but I think it is very rare. I believe that the storekeeper vyho hsik 746 The American Florist. June /^, the neat store, a good display in his window and an attractive delivery team is the one who is doing the business, and 1 know that the florists in our city are lacking In some of these respects. But this is not all the snccesslul one must necessarily have, for above all he must have a good supply and assortment of fresh flowers in his ice box. If a person is attracted by a fine display in a florist's window he naturally thinks he can get a good variety of flowers inside and d storekeeper, in order to hold his trade, should have, if possible, a good assort- ment of flowers always on hand. 1 think it is more profitable in the end to have a little stock left over at night, once in a while, than to be sold out early in the day, for if a customer goes into a store two or three times in succession and finds he cannot get what he wants he is liable to go somewhere else for flowers the next time. I believe that the florists in our city should go in lor novelties more than they do, for if some- thing out of the ordinary is displayed in a window it will attract attention and serve to a certain extent as an advertise- ment, and, too, there are people who are looking for something diflerent in flowers as well as in other things, and are willing to pay for them. Probably the hardest part of our busi- ness is the long hours, for when you go to work in the morningyondo not know what time you will get your dinner, whether you will get any supper or not, what time yon will get through at night, or whether you will have to work all night. Our business is not of the kind in which you can get your orders ready very much ahead of the time they are wanted, especially a funeral order, for when an order of this kind comes in it has to be done in a hurry and the work- ing force has to stay until it is finished. I will close my paper by telling of a few of the different types of customers we have to deal with. Perhaps the most difiieult customer to handle is the one who comes in to order flowers for a funeral and, having never purchased flowers before, does not know what he bunch of something else, or a sheaf of wheat, palm leaves, something made of ivy leaves, or loose flowers, or something that no one ever saw or heard of. Let us suppose, for instance, that yon have found out that a design of some kind is what is wanted. Then you vrill begin to show the different sizes of frames of the diflerent designs, and when the price is asked yon will say that you can make a wreath this sizefor$3, or that size for $5, or that cross for $5, or this one for $10, or that pillow for $5, or this one for $8. Then, after you have spent your valuable time in trying to find something to suit your customer, you will very often hear him say: "Have you no design you can make for 50 cents or $1?" Or perhaps they will tell you that they are not ready to decide just yet; they want to consult some of the rest of the family before they leave the order. And that is the last you ever hear from them. I have in mind a little incident which happened one day which perhaps would not be out of place to tell here. A woman came in and wanted an elegant pillow with the word "husband" engraved on it. She mentioned some of the flowers she wanted it composed of, which were roses, carnations, violets, lily of the valley and other flowers, and when she was asked about what price she wanted to pay she said: "Oh I guess 75 cents ought to buy a pretty good one hadn't it?" I believe she left an order for one at $7 before she went out. How many times a day do we hear the question asked: "Are these fresh?" It seems some days as If nine-tenths of the people purchasing cut flowers ask this question, and how it will make you feel like swearing when a customer will come in for perhaps a dozen roses and you will pick out a dozen of the best you have in stock and when you are about to put them in a box she will say, "I don'tthlnk I like them; they do not look fresh," when perhaps they have not been in the store over half an hour. You will do your best to look pleasant and try to convince her they just came in from the THE ESTABLISHMENT OF C. Q. ANDERSON & CO., RED OAK, lA. wants and has not the least idea of the cost of flowers. Usually the clerk can tell at once, if he is any way bright, whether his customer Is in the habit of purchas- ing flowers or not and has to use bis own judgment accordingly. The customer who is not in the habit of so doing, will approach the clerk something like this: "I want to get something for a funeral." Then you have to find out the best way you can what that something is. Perhaps it may be a design of some kind, or a bunch of roses, or carnations or a greenhouse, but then she will doubt your word and tell you that she vrill have some other kind of flowers or will look elsewhere. Then we have the customer who will ask if all the different colored Lawson carnations are the same price, and the one who will ask the price of white Jacq. roses, and the one who will ask if we keep rain plants, meaning umbrella plants. Now I do not want to have you think that the majority of customers are of this type, for they are not, for there are customers who know just what they want and how much they want to pay. These are the ones it is a pleasure to wait on and the ones you try hardest to suit. An Iowa Establishment. C. G. Anderson & Company, in which firm C. G. Anderson and Charles Olson are partners, have the only greenhouses In Red Oak, Iowa, a modern place in every particular and doing a nice business. Their place is shown in the accompany- ing illustration. The houses were buUt last summer and the establishment is up-to-date In all its appointments. Besides a fine retail business the firm handles a large shipping trade to near- by towns. They grow a general stock of plants such as are usually provided for a local trade and also produce quan- tities of cut flowers, one of their special- ties being funeral designs, many of them for wholesale customers. Massachusetts Horticultural Society. The annual rhododendron exhibition of the Massachusetts Horticultural Society, which had been planned for three days in the first place, was held on Saturday, June 7. The committee of arrangements in view of the fact that there would be no exhibit this year from the estate of the late H. H. Hunnewell and from other large collections, deemed it best to hold the show open only one day, and the decision was a wise one. The loss of the usual displays of rhododendrons from Wellesley, Lexington and other estates, left the exhibition a mere ghost of its former self, and it is to be hoped that other large growers will step in to fill the breaches another year. The show of cut rhododendrons was the smallest we ever remembered to have seen in Boston, more especially as the plants were just at their best. Mrs. J. L, Gardner, Wm. Thatcher, gardener, and Mrs. B. P. Cheney, John Barr, gardener, captured all the premiums for rhododendrons and azaleas. Mrs. Gardner was first for a fine display of Iris Germanica and Anthony McLaren's first prize pyreth- rums were very good. Mrs. E. M. GUI and Miss N. B. Winter took the prizes for the best vase of flowers in the order named. For the best table of orchids arranged for effect on a table eight feet by five feet J. S. Bailey, A. J. Newell, gardener, was a good first, J. E. Rothwell, Emil Johans- sen, gardener, being second. Silver medals were awarded to Oakes Ames, R. M. Grey, gardener, for Cypripedium callosnm Sandera;, and to J. E. Rothwell for Laelio Cattleya Pbocbe. A certificate of merit was awarded the last named for Cypripedium Mart. J. S. Bailey was awarded honorable mention for Kentia Duckhami. Gratuities were awarded to E. J. Mitton for a nice display of pelar- goniums, to J. L. Little for Campanula Medium calycanthema, and J. S. Bailey for the popular old bedding Calceolaria Golden Gem, which it so much grown in Europe. In the way of miscellaneous cut flowers, E. S. Converse, D. F. Roy, gar- dener, showed rhododendrons; F. j. Rca, a collection of Iris Germanica which received a certificate of merit; A. H. Fewkes and \V. J. Clemton, pieonias; C. W. Parker, Iris pallida Dalmatica; W. H. Heustis & Son, Kalmia latifolia; N. T. Kidder, Wm. Martin, gardener, aqulle- gias; and Juliui Henrlin a grand lot of perennials. There were several other displays of a promiscuous nature. The native plant clais as usual evoked tgo2. The American Florist. 747 View of the rhododendron show on the F. B. HAYES ESTATE, LEXINGTON, MASS., IN THE OLD DAYS. keen competition, Mrs. W. S. Eager, Mrs. Arthur Clark and Miss R. L. Mann win- ning in the order named. There was a good assortment of seasonable vegetables shown. W. N. C. An Historical Rhododendron Show. Several years ago when Oakmount, the famed estate of F. B. Hayes, of Lexington, Mass. , was at the height of its glory, the rhododendron show in the great tent was an annual event of absorbing interest to horticultural Bos- ton. There was the unrivaled collection of superb varieties, with their wealth of bloom giving testimony to the loving care and skill of unassuming, kind hearted, genial James Comley, and there was open hearted hospitality on the part of proprietor and gardener to all who wished to come and enjoy the great sight. Now it has all passed into history. Oakmount is for sale in house lots, and this week is announced the final scene, the sale at auction of the household furniture and the stock of plants belong- ing to the estate of the late James Com- ley. Only a few days ago we chronicled the passing away of H. H. Hunnewell, who, with the late Mr. Hayes, was the mainstay for the grand rhododendron exhibition in June of each year at Horticultural Hall. Instead of the intended three-days show the exhibition this year was cut down to a Satur- day altemoon affair and, with the passing away of thetwo main exhibitors ofthepast, it does not seem likely that it vrill ever again reach its former dimensions. Under these circumstances the two illustrations which we present will be interesting and particularly so in a reminiscent way to many. Most of the plants shown under the tent were of the half hardy and tender varieties. They were stored over winter in an enormous pit, well-protected from cold and the labor ot moving them and caring for them in tubs and pots was no light matter. Mr. Comley may be seen in one of the pictures surveying the beautiful scene which he had created. Ths New York Exhibition. The exhibition of the Horticultural Society of New York, held at the New York Botanical Garden, Wednesday, June 11, contained many good and inter- esting plant and cut flower displays, spe- cially noticeable being the cut rhododen- drons of Lowell W. Palmer, Greenwich, Conn., which was probably the most comprehensive exhibit ever staged in this country. For the American Rose Society's medal, F. R. Newbold. Thos. Bell, gardener, Ponghkeepsie, N. Y., made undoubtedly the best exhibit. It contained the fol- lowing especially good roses: Margaret Dickson, Capt. Christy, Paul Neyron, Clio and Pres. Carnot. Geo, C. Rand, John J. Nicol, gardener, Lawrence, L. I., showed a comprehensive collection of flowering shrubs, also a miscellaneous collection of hardy herba- ceous flowers, the following among the most noticeable: Dictamus Praxinella alba and rubra, Thermopsls Caroliniana, Iris ochroleuca, a beautiful waxy white, and some good paeonias and so forth. W. A. Manda, South Orange, N. J., showed a collection of cut dianthuses, seedlings from D. plumarlus and ever- flowering, also some good gaillardias and the pretty Gillenia trifoHata. He also exhibited the new rose, Bridal Wreath, a double white of the Wichur- aiana type, very attractive and very floriferous. For the best twelve pseonias W. H. S. Wood, Greenwich, Conn., L. H. Martin, gardener, showed twelve excellent blooms. The same exhibitor staged a collection of sweet peas which he said were grown by the following method: The seed was sown outdoors m the mid- dle of October and when about three inches high the plants were protected by cold frames until spring. They were then staked and he commenced cutting about May 20. The following varieties were very fine: Peach Blossom, a quite novel salmon pink.-approachingyellow; Boreat- ton, purple; Captain of the Blues, blue; Salopian, crimson. Mr. Wood also showed a good collec- tion of hardy perennials, the beautiful but rarely seen Peotstemon Murryanus grandiflorus being noticeable, also Heu- chera sanguinea and Digitalis ambigua, yellow. C. W. Ward, of Queens, L. I., also showed a very comprehensive collection of paeonias, including the officinalis and Chinese sections, double and single. Mrs. J. B. Trevor, Y'onkers, N. Y., Howard Nichols, gardener, exhibited cut roses, outdoor hybrids, among which were Baroness Rothschild, Clio, Gabriel Luizet, Anna de Diesbach and many others well grown. The display of one variety was also a fine lot of Mme. Gabriel Luizet. The New York Botanical Garden exhib- ited a collection of species of roses rightly named and very interesting, also a col- lection of flowering shrubs. But the collection of cut rhododendrons U8 The American Florist. June 14, shown by Lowell W. Palmer, A. Haas, gardener, containing nearly fifty varie- ties, was quite the feature of the show, the following showing up to best advan- tage: The Queen, white; Chas. Sargent, crimson, and Purpureum elegans. There were also shown a fine lot of strawberries and vegetables of high merit by T. A. Havemeyer, Hempstead, L. I.; Mrs. Jos. Eastman, Tarrytown, N. Y.; Hugh J. Grant and Geo. C. Rand, Lawrence, L. I. The Best Twenty-five Paeonias. The following list is the result of an afternoon spent among the paeonias at the estate of John T. Morris, Esq., Chestnut Hill, Philadelphia, Frank Gould, gardener. This pffionia collection is a large one and much pains has been taken to keep them correctly labeled. The varieties selected for thebesttwenty- five were the best in my opinion and this was concurred in by Mr. Gould and Mr. Lonsdale, who were present at the time the notes were made, and I mention also three good Japanese single varieties: THREE JAPANESE SINGLES. Xine-no-ichi, cJaret and gold. Kasane-Jishi. pale pink aad orane**. Kaine-no-kegororna, light magenta and gold. THE BEST TWENTY-FIVE. Amandine Meohin, bright clarat. very liigh and double, no collar. Aueustine D'Hon, v'^ry deen pink, very double. Belle Cliatela ne, white, pale pink collar, large and round. Comtesse de Montaiivet, white shading to blush at outside, large, rather flat. Festiva Majima, pure white, center petals touched carmine, l-irge flower. Jeanre D' Arc, white, large, wide guard petals, oentT tringy. Lady Anna, pink, medium size, round and per- fect. L^ Crquette, medium, very deep, pale pink, good collar. I^iving^tone. pink, rouad, no collar. Mme.Barillet Deiohamps, blush, large, ragged but pretty good. Mme. Boulanger, pale pink, flat, smooth and perfect. Mmede Vtrneville, grand, snow white, large, flat, no collar. Compt de Nieperg, ruby, medium Mile Desbaisson, pale pink, shading to deeper at baseof pHals medium, ragged, no collar, flat. Meissonier, crimson, routd, medium, fringed center, ragged, wide guard petals. Mme. Edourd Andre, like Festiva Maxima but smaller and not as pe'f.'Ct. M. Uouoharlet, bright pink, round, perfect shape, very double, well ex i anded M. Diipont, pure white, loose, but 'luite double, medium, no puard, line shape M. Gaillard, mageuta, conical, large guard petals. M Lemoiner, while, blush guard, large, loose, con:cal. ,, , ^ PagaLini, show, white, medium, ragged, fine flower. Pottsi Plena, claret, large, ragged, fine flower. Souv. de ■ Augua'.e Miellez, pale pink, very double, good. Solfaterre, white, shading to orange at base. Virgo Maria, white, very large, flat, a grand flower. Geo. C. Watson. Brooklyn Horticultural Society. At a meeting of Brooklyn and Long Island florists held on Tuesday, Jane 10, at the Association rooms, 502 Fulton •treet, Brooklyn, N. Y., a society was formed to be named the Brooklyn Horti- cultural Society, organized for the pur- pose ot taking in hand the preparatory work consequent upon the forthcoming meeting of the American Carnation Society, which is to be held in Brooklyn, N. Y., in February, 1903. The following officers were elected: C.W. Ward.Qaeens, N. Y., president; Alfred H. Langjahr, Brooklyn. N. Y., vice-president; Alex. Wallace, 2 Duane street, Box 1G97, New York City, secretary; C. G. Weeber, Brooklyn, N. Y., treasurer. Another meeting will be held at same place on Tuesday evening, June 17, at S o'clock and all interested are invited. A fund to provide ways and means for the entertainment of the members of the carnation society was instituted, and from the amount snbscribed'at the initial meeting it is very evident that the Brook- lyn and Long Island florists will take no second place in providing a most cordial and hospitable reception to the visiting brethren in February next. All communications regarding the new society should be addressed to the under- signed. Alex. Wallace, Sec'y. Chicago. OPTIMISTIC SPIRIT PKKVAILS IN TBE WHOLESALE MARKET — BRISK DEMAND ONMANYITEMS. — P.EONIAS SELLING VERY RAPIDLY. — WHOLESALERS RELUCTANT TO CHEAPEN CARNATIONS TO CURBSTONE DEALERS PRICES. — WEDDING MATERIAL WANTED. — COMMISSION MEN REPORT BIG BUSINESS. — NOTES OF VARIOUS PERSONAL AND TRADE DOINGS. There has been a fairly active market this week but values have been low. The shipping trade continues brisk and local weddings have called for considerable stock. The receipt! of roses are not unwieldy, but qualities are poor and a large proportion of the daily receipts are unfit to send to a buyer who is not in touch with market conditions. Beau- ties are no longer over-plentiful. Carna- tions continue to come in heavily and with some growers the quality ii deteriorating on account ot hot sun and lack of care. The consequence is that there is a considerable accumulation of the lower grade stock but the whole- salers are manifesting a disposition to steer clear of the error into which they fell last year. There is nothing in hand- ling carnations at less than 40 cents per hundred, but last season, as soon as clean-up sales began to be made at 5 cents a bunch that was all the street salesmen were at any time willing to pay. Now, however, the growers, seem to prefer to throw away a tew carnations rather than cheapen their product to last year's level. Aiide from roses and carnations the paeonia is still the leading flower in this market. They are in very active demand and very large quantities are being moved, good, bad and indiffer- ent. The choice stock is bringing 75 cents a dozen, although Drop White, as Festiva Maxima has long been known locally, is being sold at 50 cents. But the poor stock is bringing little money. A large proportion of the receipts lately have been too far open and, no matter how choice the variety, such material cannot be ihipped, nor can it be sold except for immediate use and necessarily at cheap prices. Sales are on record where this clasi of stock has been sold at 5 cents a dozen. While the returns for this material average lower than ever, because there never before were so great quantities of it, the sale of the choice bunches is not aflected; indeed both K. E. Pieser and A. Kennicott agree that it Is averaging rather better money than usual. While the garden crop is approach- an end, there are two or three firms with good quantities in cold storage. How- ever, the supply is not likely to last long and Mr. Kennicott, for one, thinks it will be exhausted before school closing, June 27. Certainly the paeoni a is gain- ing in popularity every year. A few poppies and gladioli and other summer flowers are seen but in general the odds and ends, like pansies and swainsona, do not find much of a market, although good sweet peas, lily of the valley, smilax and asparagus move briskly, being in demand for weddings. For a couple of days this week there was no valley to be had. All the retail florists of the city were invited to attend a meeting of the Horti- cultural Society of Chicago, June 10, for the purpose of consulting and advising as to the premiums that should be oft'tired for floral arrangements at the annual fall exhibition. It is to be regretted that only two of the strict retailers, P. J. Hauswirth and Walter Retzer, put in an appearance. Beyond an informal discus- sion ofthe subject, no action was taken on account of the small attendance of retailers. At the regular meeting of the Florists' Club, June 11, two summer outings were suggested, one a lake trip and one in the vicinity of Chicago. Arrangements and dates will be announced in due course. The regular meetings were suspended until the second week of September. Although Prosperity has brought regularly the highest price of any carna- tion in this market this winter, Peter Reinberg says there has been no money in it for him, even including the sales of cuttings, and he will not b;nch any of it next autumn. James Hartshorne has been sending in great quantities of pseonias from Joliet, where he has undoubtedly the largest field of pa:onias in the United States, approximately ten acres. They have sold well, except those which were too open. Paul Swanson sold $2,500 worth of mushrooms from four small sheds up to May 1, and expects to increase the amount to $3,000 before the first of fuly. He attributes his success to the home-made spawn which he employs. Fire did several hundred dollars dam- age at Peter Reinberg's place on Sunday evening. The blaze destroyed a boiler shed and one side of an adjoining empty greenhouse. There was no insurance. Leopold Koropp is adding a new house 20x100 to his place at Wellington and West Ravenswood Park avenue. He says that this season he is going to plant all his Asparagus decumbens seed. Walter Kreitling & Company secured the decorative work on the Washington Park Club for the annual celebration which takes place before the opening of the popular race track next Saturday. E C. Amling filled an order for ninety dozen American Beauties on Wednesday. Mr. Amling says that the first week in June was the biggest outside of holidays in his business career. J. B. Deamud is well pleased with June business. It is about one third heavier than a year ago with him, but he has found a good increase right along. "P.xonia affairs" appear to be popular with local society people this year. It is a good idea to encourage them as they use up a lot ofthe flowers. W. S. Ross & Son, of Alma, 111., are shipping in great (|uantities of sweet peas. They arc mostly short-stemmed but are selling well. If the rains let up for a while now the stock in the fields will be in great shape. The ground has been too soft to work on for three weeks. One of Bassctt & Washburn's boys, Hugh Woell, is at Alexian Brothers Hos- pital as the result of catching his foot in the elevator. 0. W. Frese is again at his accustomed post this week after a few day's vaca- tion. igo2. The American Florist. 749 VIEW OF THE RHODODENDRON SHOW ON THE F. B. HAYES ESTATE, LEXINGTON, MASS., IN THE OLD DAYS. J. A. Budlong is just home from a three week's cycle trip to St. Paul, Rains and soft wheeling made the trip going take two weeks, A. F. Longren is doing all the glazing O" the new houses of Poehlmann Broth- ers, Morton Grove, and John Brod, Niles Center. M. Winandy is cutting some very fine roses, the Meteors exceptionally good for such warm weather. Deamud handles his cut. Miss Kennicott, daughter of Flint Kennicott, graduated from the Con- servatory of Music Tuesday evening. At Klehm's Nursery they are cutting longiflorum lilies which are a long way ahead of the Easter crop. Visitors: P. J. Van Heiningen, repre- senting P. Loeb Az. & Co., nurserymen, Boskoop, and J. Van Reisen & Son, bulb growers, Haarlem, Holland; Mr. Currie, of Currie Bros, Milwaukee; Benjamin Chase, Derry, N. H ; Joseph Heinl, Jack- sonville, 111.; N. Zweifel, Milwaukee; W. B. Lovell, Sabula, la.; R. C. Chase, Huntsville, Ala.; Chas. Brown, Canton, O ; I. J. Styer, Concordville, Pa ; J. H. McFarland, Harrisbnrg,Pa.; R.C. Berck- mans, Augusta, Ga.; G. C. Perkins, Newark, N. Y., J. C. Rennison, Sioux City, la., and others attending the waterworks convention in Chicago or enroute to the nurserymen's meeting at Milwaukee. New Castle, Ind.— Myer Heller and his family have gone east for the summer. Mr. Heller has not been in good health lately and feels the need of rest. At the greenhouses everything is in good shape, the Beauties particularly fine for the sea- son. They have thrown out very few plants yet. the plants having been given rather different treatment than a year ago. They expect to cut good Meteor all summer, also Golden Gate. A few Kaiserins are giving a good account of themselvei. Boston. MABKBT GLUTTED WITH FLOWERS —HOT WEATHER RESPONSIBLE. — DROrOHT TELLING ON STOCK ODTDOORS. — EXPRESS COMPANY MAKES NEW DEPARTURE.— AIDS WHOLBSALB FIRM DURING BUSI- NESS RUSH.- NOTES. The hot dry spell we have been suffer- ing from for the last two weeks is respon- sible for the glut ot flowers on the mar- ket at time of writing. The depreciation in quality from the preceding week Is accounted for by the same cause. Ameri- can Beauty ranges from $2 50 a dozen to $1.00 per 100. Qneen of Edgely sells fully as well as American Beauty. Bride, Bridesmaid, etc., running very small and off color, from 50 cents to $6 and $8 per 100; the latter in small quan- tities. Carnations last Saturday went well at $2 to $3 per 100; now they go hard at $1 per 100, except a few fancies, which reach $2. Sweet peas in vast quantities at 20 cents to 50 cents per 100. Smilax goes well at $1.50 to $2.00 per dozen. Peeonias in bulk bring from $2 to $6 per 100. Asparagus plumosui is in good demand. Cold-frame lily of the valley in large quantities brings from $1.50 to $2, forced material going fairly well at $2 to $3 per 100. We hear that the American Express Co. placed at Welch Brothers' disposal for three days previous to Decoration day, a team and two men to help them handle their goods with greater dispatch. We believe this is the first time in the history of the Boston flower business that such a thing has been done. The prolonged drought, combined with the hot windy weather we are experienc- ing, is beginning to have an effect on out- side planting that will have to be offset with the sprinkler or the results will be apparent when we come to house in the fall. There is not the slightest doubt but that the demand for flowers at Decora- tion day is growing more rapidly in this section than at any other of the "red letter" days in the calendar. The scarcity of hardy ferns just previous to Decoration day was a handicap to many of the bouquet makers, but quan- tities came on just at the last and helped out amazingly. Late spring work is probably respon- sible for the scanty of the boys in town the past week. Visitors: A. T. Boddington, of Clucas & Boddington, New York; James S. Wil- Vaughan's Greenhouses, Western Springs, 111. C.I. New York. CLUB HAS AN INTERESTING SESSION AT CIVIC HALL.— COMMITTEES REPORT PROGRESS. — DISCUSSION ON P.SONIAS. — THE EXHIBITS.— EUROPEAN VOYAGERS — THE MARKET. — THE OUTING ANNOUNCE- MENT.—PERSONAL DOINGS. — NOTES. The regular monthly meeting of the New York Florists' Club was held at the Civic Hall on Monday evening, and on a motion it was decided to meet thereuntil a permanent place could be found. Sec- retary Young being absent, Alex. Wal- lace filled the position for the evening. President Sheridan announced his trans- portation committee to look after the matter of going to Aiheville. The South- ern railway sent a letter making a very favorable rate and quite a number are preparing to go. The committee on associate members reported and consid- erable discussion was brought out. The 750 The American Florist. June i^, matter was referred back, as it neces- sitated the changing of the by-laws. The exhibition and excursion committees reported progress. Messrs. Rennie, Gray and DuRie were appointed to report on the exhibits of the evening. Geo. Law- rence was nominated for membership. A committee on resolutions was appointed to tender to Secretary Young the sincere condolence of the club on the loss of his father. On invitation from the chair, C. W. Ward gave a lengthy discourse on the paeonia, of which he had a very fine exhibit. Messrs. O'Mara, Troy, Beaulieu and others also took part. Among other things Mr. Ward stated It is almost impossible to get the true nomenclature of paeonias, either here or in Europe, and deplored the fact. Mr. Wilson, of West- ern Springs, 111., also took part in the discussion and gave an interesting talk on the keeping of pseoniasin cold storage in Chicago. C. W. Ward was awarded a cultural certificate for his exhibit of paonias, of which he showed some excel- lent double and single varieties. H. Beaulieu, of Woodhaven, staged some pansies, a new cactus dahlia named Uncle Sam and a seedling rose of the polyantha type. Frank Weinberg, Wood- side, showed Tillandsia Costaricensis, which was awarded a certificate of merit, alio some rare cacti. Alfred Dimmock sails for Europe next Saturday on the Etruria. Quite an exodus, too, of florists occurs during this and next month. Geo. W. Stumpp sails on June 17. Henry Siebrecht, Jr., sails on the Symrna June 20. Albert Small sails in the early part of July. Aug. Rhotert and one or two prominent wholesalers may also cross the ocean. C. F. Bertz- angle sails on the Prince Bismarck June 26. The veteran sailor, Thos. W. Weath- ered, sailed on the Lucania last Satur- day. He has been crossing since 1S59. "O! yez, 01 yez. All aboard for ye second annual beanfeast of ye New York Florists' Club, to be holden at ye beau- tiful spotte called Witzel's Point, View Grove, L. I., on ye Monday, July seventh. Ye paddle-boate will leave at ye foot of Thirty-first street at 9:45 in ye earlie morning. God save the Republic (also the Committee)," Is the way the announcement reads. The less said about the market this week the better. Matters are worse, if anything, this week than last and prices are as variable as the moon's changes. Sweet peas are coming in large quanti- ties and the mildewed roses are "mil- dewer." A few auratum lilies are to be seen, but as a whole the market is demor- alized. Visitor: Robert Craig, Philadelphia. Denver. TRADE GOOD FOR MEMOHIAL DAY. — BOTH CUT FLOWERS AND PLANTS WELL CLEANED UP. — THE CAHNATION THE POPULAR FLOWER. The demand for cut flowers for Memo- rial day exceeded that of previous years. At the beginning of the week there looked to be enough stock to go around but hardly a flower was on sale Friday morn- ing. Carnations sold best, ranging from 50 cents to $1 per dozen. Roses also had a good call. American Beauties were scarce and in demand. The short- age of outdoor flowers helped make greenhouse stock short. The trade largely was shipping to the mountain towns and Wednesday and Thursday were very busy days in that line. The greenhouse men report business good in the plant line and about sold out. The Park Floral Company were fortu- nate in having in for Decoration week a house of hybrid roses which sold excep- tionally well and were fine in quality. Stock is plentiful at present and though the weather is very hot quality holds out exceot on paeonias, which wilt very c|uickly. B. Torcnto. BUSINESS GOOD. — HIGH GRADE STOCK SCARCB. — PAVILLION OF HORTICULT- URAL GARDENS DKSTROYBD BV FIRE.— LOSSES HEAVY. — NOTES AND COMMENTS. Local florists all seem pleased vtith the way business holds up. Orders for wed- dings, decorations and funerals are unprecedented for this season, and all kinds of stock is well used up. Growers also report heavy shipping orders and plantsmen are having unusual activity. Roses are beginning to show the efiects of warm weather and Brides and Brides- maids are comparatively small, but mostly free from mildew. Meteor and Perle are much better and a few good Kaiserins have made their appearance, but were it not for the outdoor stock, which is at present very plentiful, the supply of roses wouldnot equal demands. The above conditions also apply to car- nations, and though there are some good ones on the market, they are mostly of inferior grades. In white Flora Hill is exceptionally good. Genevieve Lord and The Marquis hold predominance in pink and Governor Roosevelt is no doubt the best of the dark reds. Eldorado is the best yellow, and from its keeping quali- ties is profitable to handle, but Pros- perity is at present the pride of them all. At a recent wedding the buffet table was decorated with quantities of these choice blooms, with Adiantum cuneatum used for green, and was without doubt the prettiest and daintiest table seen for many a day. This season has seen the best outdoor lily of the valley ever pro- duced in this country, and was far ahead of any that had been forced last season. Grobba & Wandrey, of Mimico, had thousands grown in the field from pips of their own raising, which are proving very profitable. This firm bids fair to compete with European growers in a short time, as they now have this part of the business down to a science. P;eonias are just making their appear- ance, and are a welcome addition to the cut flower trade. Lilies are about over, and the outlook for green goods is again propitious. On Thursday night fire broke out in the pavillion of the Horticultural Gar- dens and reduced to a complete wreck what had a few minutes before been the scene of feasting and beauty. The bantjuet hall had been elaborately deco- rated by Dunlop for the local board which was giving a dinner to the visiting delegates of the Canadian boards of trade, and the decorations were the best ever undertaken in this building hereto- fore. Covers were laid for +15 guests and the tables gorgeously decorated with roses, carnations, valley, etc. Shortly after the guests departed, fire broke out and all the contents of the building were totally destroyed. Dunlop suffered to the extent of over 200 fine palms, besides numerous pedestals, jar- dinieres, vases, baskets and some nice bougainvillea, hydrangea and other plants. The city's loss was considerable damage to the conservatories which adjoined the building besides losing quite a number of specimen plants which will be hard to replace. The florists them- selves are losers, as they had an agree- ment to have the hall each year as a place to hold the annual show without charge, and having stored in the ci liar of the building all their vases, tables and other paraphernalia, all is lost. The pavillion was the scene of the S. .\. F. convention held in Toronto about eleven years ago. Charles Grobba, while coming to town with a wagon double decked with flow- ering plants which protruded over the side, had an accident which might have been serious. His horses took fright at a passing car, and swerving to the side, the top deck came in contact with a tele- graph post and Mr. Grobba was thrown to the ground, the heavy wagon passing over his ankle. The doctors straightened it and after spending several days at home quietly, he is again on active service. Decorations on three different occasions called for considerable design work for the monuments in Queen's Park, but the color combinations used in some of the designs last Saturday lead me to remark that a color chart would not be amiss with some of our local talent. A recent hurricane caused considerable damage to trees and shrubbery, and sev- eral of the florists who were unfortunate enough to receive the full force of the winds lost considerable glass. R. Jennings, of Brampton is sending in some good Beauties, about the only ones around. He reports a very prosperous season and forecasts a betteronecoming. George Sewell, anemploye at Dunlop's, was quiety married on Monday night. Visitors: Wm. Fendleyand R. Jennings, of Brampton. H. G. D. Philadelphia. SIGNS THAT SUMMER IS CLOSE AT HAND. — WEDDINGS AND COMMENCEMENTS KEEP STOCK MOVING. — PRICES AND QUALITIES NOT- HIGH.— GOOD P.KONIAS HAVE TUB CALL — A VARIETY OF PERSONAL AND TRADE NOTES OF GENERAL INTEREST. The signs of approaching summer dull- ness are not lacking. Closing time is now seven instead of eight o'clock and very toon the "this store closes at six p. m." sign will be found in the windows. There were quite a number of weddings the past week, and these, with the school commencements, kept the stock moving. Of course flowers are cheaper; in fact, down almost to the summer level. The best Beauties range from $1.50 to $2. Teas fetch from ,$4 to $0, with a few extra specials at $8. Quality has also taken a drop, as cool nights have brought on a lot of mildew, which, together with the scorching sun, has had a bad effect on the teas. Carnations are very good for the season and look as if they will hold out for a month yet. Piconias are just about done. Perhaps it would be well to saj' here that growers should take some pains to get good varieties, which, while they do not cost any more to grow than the common sorts, bring far better prices and sell well at a time when the common sorts go begging. Ccntaurea is now seen in all the windows and is a welcome addition to the assortment o the season. Sweet peas are fine and, although plentiful, are well cleaned up every day. John Wcstcott is to have a house warm- ing or opening for the season at his bungalo at Warctown next Saturday. Invitations have been generously given and quite a number of the boys will journey to the bayside and enjoy them- selves to the full. Fish have not com- menced to run much as yet, but that igo2. The American Plorist. '?M there will not be a dull moment goes without saying. Robert Craig says he is only just begin- ning to realize the possibilities of the business. Particularly is this the case in the adornment of country estates, which are now being planted and cared for with lavish hand, and many of which he is sure will soon approach in beauty the noted establishments of Europe. Joseph Heacock's palms are moving lively but he is still cramped for room to repot and expand his rapidly growing stock. He is a great believer in the future and expects to see the demand for plants increase with greater rapidity than in the past. John Lucas & Company had an attract- ive and interesting glass exhibit at the Charleston Exposition and were awarded a gold medal. The display was very complete and included all the latest in the line of plate glass, mirrors and win- dow glass. David Rust and Edwin Lonsdale have been attending the Agricultural College the past week as delegates of the Penn- sylvania Horticultural Society. S. S. Pennock has been receiving some extra fine lily of the valley, which brings readily $5 per hundred. He handles from 5,000 to 8,000 per day. Colflesh & Koehler had in a lot of Easter lilies for the first two weeks of June that found a good sale at from $5 to $8. K. Cleveland. INTBHKSTING CLDB MEETING, — SCMMEE OUTING PLANNED. — NEW PAHK BOABD TO BE APPOINTBD. — BUSINESS BOOMING. — THRIP TROUBLHSOME.— CARPET BED- DING. The Florists' Club held its regular meeting last Monday evening and quite a goodly number were present. J C. and F. F. Andrews, the famous fruit and pansy growers of Lakewood, 0., were elected to membership. Subjects of a very entertaining character held the attention of the members until a late hour. The annual summer outing was talked over and A. Schmitt, A. Graham, H. A. Hart and F. C. Bartels were appointed a committee to take the mat- ter in charge and select the time and place to hold the jollification. Mr. Schmitt wants the picnic to be held at least fifteen miles from any greenhouse. He says he wants to get out of sight of a plant shop for at least one day. Another matter of mighty import was the park board business. As a new park board is about to be appointed (according to a recent law passed in this state) by the probate judge of this city, the club deemed it advisable to take some action in the matter and endeavor to secure the appointment of at least one practical horticulturist a member of said board. Heretofore, under the old regime, it was customary to select men who had abso- lutely no knowledge, as our friend Wat- son would say, of horticulture, floricult- ure, arboriculture or landscape garden- ing; therefore, the club deemed It advis- able to appoint a committee comprising the following: Wm. Briuker, Isaac Ken- nedy, J. M. Gasser, H. A. Hart and Gor- don Gray, to wait upon the eminent jurist with a petition from the club ask- ing the privilege of suggesting the name of a practical gardener to comprise one of the board. It is to be hoped their efforts in this matter will meet with suc- cess, as it is very essential that Cleveland should retain the enviable reputation it has acquired of having some of the most beautiful parks and boulevards in the country. Robert Kegg, the present superintendent, has worked wonders in improving and beautifying the park sys- tem. Business is booming, every storeman in town having all he can attend to in the way of decorations, commencements, etc. Stock keeps up pretty well; carna- tions are fine; roses are only fair, a great many being injured by thrip, which is creating havoc in a number of places. This little pest seems to be worse this year than ever. The outdoorflowers are nearly ruined by it. Paeonias are about over except those in cold storage. Plant- ing is about all done; the next move .will be benching chrysanthemums and asters. About the usual quantity will be grown. Carnation weather is still keeping up. Charles worth is executing some beau- tiful carpet bedding around the Soldiers' and Sailors' Monument in the public square. These beds attract a great deal of attention. Thousands daily admire the charming and intricate designs. Of alter- nanthera alone 1100,000 are required, besides thousands of other plants suita- ble for such work. The work certainly reflects great credit upon Mr. Charles- worth and his able assistants. Echo. Pittsburg. STATE OF THADB.— WEDDINGS NUMERODS. ^BEDDING PLANTS IN GREAT DEMAND.— SCHENLBY PARK IMPROVEMENTS. — CLUB PICNIC JUNE 19.— JOTTINGS. The volume of business continues well up to the average for this season of the year and the promise for steady improve- ment for the balance of the month is bright. Wedding decorations are quite numerous this week; white bridal sets are the main issue. Roses are not nearly as cheap as they look, and the percentage of good roses is very low, when you take them collectively. Carnations, with the exception of whites, are doing well. Of course, lily of the valley is in great demand; the supply seems to be sufficient and the quality excellent. Palms and Boston ferns are having their inning, too. Superintendent William Falconer has had a force of ten men at work decorating part of the Schenley Park near the Pan- ther Hollow bridge for the American science convention. He is having it planted with echeveria, the words, ''Our Guests, 1902," and underneath that the initials, "A. A. A. S.," standing for the American Association for the Advance- ment of Science. Another improvement being made Is the excavating of a lily pond on the south side of the conserva- tory, which will be 20x35 feet. It will be one of the prettiest lily ponds in the country. About 100 laborers were started at work last week on the cement- ing of the many broad walks that lead to the conservatory. The Pittsburg and Allegheny Florists' and Gardeners' Club will hold its annual picnic at Ross Grove, on Thursday June 19. Music, baseball, refreshments and foot racing will be the features. The club is composed of about 130 members. Each detail necessary for the success of this outing will be diligently looked after by the committee, which is composed of George Reineman, John Bader and Ernest Ludwig. The Cut Flower Company, displayed some very fine gardenias during the week. Pittsburg is really a good market for them. In the winter season it is necessary to send to New York for them. Good white sweet peas are out of the race, as very few are to be seen here. There seems to be no end to the quan- tity of bedding plants, as the markets have completely replenished the supply, and_ the activity of this branch of the business this season has been most remarkable. John Bader secured the contract for decorating the Grand Opera House this week. This is one of the features of the last week of the theatrical season. "Tom" Ulam is wishing for the coming of summer; he is anxious to get to Atlantic City to watch the tide go out. David Geddes, of the south side, has been securing his share of funeral work, as usual. E. L. M. Buffalo. TRADE NOT ACTIVE — OUTDOOR STOCK NOT WANTED WHILE ROSBS AND CARNATIONS ARE so CHEAP. — SOME ELABORATE WED- DING DECORATIONS.— ANDERSON DOES THE BEST JOB OF THE SEASON. — VARIOUS NOTES OF LOCAL DOINGS. Changeable weather, the last two days cold and rainy, does not help the flower trade very much. Outdoor stock cannot be found in the stores while carnations from 10 cents per dozen upward are common in the windows. Roses are plentiful still and American Beauties sell well at $6 per dozen. Funeral work has not been very brisk, but this week has had its share of weddings, both large and small; nearly everyone has had from one to three wedding jobs, which called for a good many roses and palms. One on Monday, at the Jewish synagogue, was quite elaborate, but that on Tuesday at the residence of Guitav Fleischman, was the most elaborate of the season. The whole house was turned over to S. A. Anderson and he handled the job in first- class style. Two school commencements called forth a lot of roses sent to the graduates, but not as many as a few years ago, when flowers were allowed at the hall. William Scott was in town last week and from the reports from his green- houses he was here on Decoration day, for all the stores near the cemeteries had more than they could do, while I am told that down town stores were as quiet almost as on the Fourth of July. There was to have been a meeting of the B. F. C. this week but all greenhouse men were so busy it was not thought advisable to call it and I amafraid it will be postponed until July. From my out of the way place of busi- ness I have not heard any rumors of a florists' holiday, but by July Scott, Co well, Braik and Kasting will want a ball game. George Reichert, formerly with L. H. Nenbeck, has severed his connection with C. D. Zimmerman, after about two months' work. Margaret Skinner is now with J. H. Rebstock. Bison. Davenport, Ia.— John T. Temple has completed the bedding on the courthouse lawn. Sedalia, Mo.— Gelven & Son have their new range of houses up and planted and are much pleased with them. Thev are new style, short-span, connected houses with iron gutters set six feet six inches above the ground. Tarrytown, N. Y.— The annual rose and strawberry show of the Tarrytown Horticultural Society will be held at the Lyceum on June 16. There are sixteen clastess on the schedule, with useful arti- cles oflered as premiums in each. t52 The American Florist. June 14, '^m /4l!liiSi!@MI lFlL@l51!@f Setenteenth Year. Subsoriptlon, SI. 00 a year. To Europe, 13.00. SubBCiiptionB accepted only Jrom thoie in the trade. AdyertiBementB on all except cover page«, 10 Centi a Line, Agate; $1.00 per inch. Cash with Order. No Special Poiition Guaranteed. DiaconntB are allowed, only on coniecutive inier- tiont, aB follows — 6 times, 5 per cent; 18 timei 10 per cent; 26 times, 30 per cent; 52 times, 30 per cent, cover space sold only on yearly contract at 11.00 per inch, net, in the case of the two front pages, regular discountB ap- plying only to the back pages. The Advertising Department of the Americah Floeibt is for Florists, Seedsmen and Nurserymen and dealers in wares pertaining to those lines on/y. Ordert for lest than one-halt inch (pace not accepted. Advertisements must reach us by Wednesday to iecure insertion in the issue for the following Saturday. Address AMERICAN aOBItT CO^ Chloigo. There Is very little butted glass laid on this season's greenhouses. Thb supply of bedding plants has proved to be, in general, equal to all demands. Milwaukee is "a bright spot" this year. It is entertaining its conventions most hospitably. Thb mailing label on your paper shows when your subscription expires; when you send your renewal note that the date changes within two weeks; It will serve as your receipt. Thb florists are handling more and more nursery stock every year. Those who have grounds on which to grow a collection of specimens of the things most easily handled find this a very important branch of their business. The stipply of preonias throughout the country this season was more than the cut flower markets could assimilate without a break in values. One of the attributes of this flower is that it may be readily held in cold storage and doubt- less this method ol relieving the pressure will be more frequently employed in the future. Everyone commends the move post- poning the St. Louis exposition to 1904 and, while neither Chicago nor Buff'alo envy her the undertaking, the whole country is interested in the success of the show. If the railroads will do their part as well as the horticultural trades will do theirs, which they did not for Buffalo, the success of the exposition will be assured. An Old Friend. Ed. Am. Florist:— I forward you $2, for which credit my subscription to 1904. Your paper is an old friend of mine; I cannot be without it. Huntington, N. Y. Wm. O'Hora. Diseased Begonia Leaves. Ed. Am. Florist:— I notice in your issue of May 31, "N. J. F." sends you a diseased begonia leaf and asks name of disease and the remedy. My impression is that it Is the same thing that I have had in my greenhouse lor several years. There is nothing that it will not attack. Begonias, ferns, marantas, dieffenbachias and cacti are all attacked by it. I find that tobacco stems about an inch thick around the pots, changing them every two or three weeks, will keep it down, if not eradicate it entirely. I have had no trouble with my begonias since I adopted this course. J- B. Davis. Worth $5 A Year. Ed. Am. Florist: — Enclosed find renewal of my subscription. Your paper is a great benefit to me. I would not cease taking It if the price was $5 a year instead of $1. S. M. Wile. Wellesley Hills, Mass. Correction. The item with reference "Johnnie" Krai, in our New Y'ork notes of last week, appears to be incorrect, as we are now Informed that when he does return to work, he will be found with his old firm and that congratulations addressed to him In care of Moore, Hentz & Nash will surely reach their destination. Greenhouse Building. Detroit, Mich. — C. H. Plumb, two houses 27x88. Mexico, Mo.— C. C. Wonneman, two houses 28x75. Philadelphia, Pa.— Craig & Son, four carnation houses. Mt. Clemens, Mich.— F. Gutschow & Son, two houses 30x112. Chicago, 111.— Leopold Koropp, house 20x100. Des Moines, la.— W. L. Morris, rose house 48x200. Canandaigua, N. Y.— Robert McKerr, three carnation houses. Chasell, Mich.— A. E. Lutey, range of houses. Champaign, 111.— C. E. Ferdinanson, three houses. Mt Sterling, Ky.— E. Fredrich, house 20x80. Hagerstown, Md.— Wm Bester, three houses 18x100. H. A. Bester, two car- nation houses. New Members of the S. A. F. During a recent call on the secretary of the S. A. F., in Boston, he reminded me that I was a state vice-president of that body for eastern Pennsylvania. I made some remark about that being an easy job, and was inclined to make light of it, for which top-lofty air, I promptly got rapped over" the knuckles. Assuming a more serious attitude, I asked, "Well, then, what are the duties of a state vice- president, anyway?" Among the most Important of all, I was informed, was the duty of keeping the membership fences of the district he belongs to in repair. I quickly realized that that was a job indeed. I have worked in too many societies not to be well aware of what it means to go for the laggard, the dis- gruntled and the indiflerent. However, I set to work and here is the result of my last week's work: Ira H. Landis, Lan- caster, Pa.; H. H. Battles, 108 S. Twelfth street, Philadelphia; J. Henry Bartram, Lansdowne, Pa ; David Beam, Bala, Pa ; Frank Polites, Thirteenth and Chestnut streets, Philadelphia; Chas. Meckey, Sev- enteenth street and Erie avenue, Phila- delphia; Jno. G. Gardner, Villa Nova, Pa,; Frank Whiteley, Sixteenth and Chestnut streets, Philadelphia; Eugene Bernheimer, 1 604 Ludlow street, Philadelphia. Next week I hope to have another batch to report, and if I do not it will not be my fault. I publish these names because, "although not a very large bag for a week. It shows that something can be done and there may be some other vice-president like myself rer|nlring a little stirring up. Individual members can also talk to their neighbors, and everyone should try to send in at least one new name. Three dollars a year is not much and will not be missed. Never mind whether one intends going to Ashe- ville or not; all should be members whether they go to conventions or not. It's rather a disgrace, I think, for a florist not to belong to his national society. G. C. Watson. A Rose Pest. Ed. Am. Florist:— Please give name of and remedy for the worm which you will find in the green balls on the rose leaves which I send you by mail under a sepa- rate cover. J W. The green balls on the rose leaves which you send, are known as galls and are produced by an insect called the two- colored gall fly, Rhodites bicolor Harris. These aud several other galls or excres- cences are of common occurrence on rose bushes throughout the country, and the present form w^S described by the vet- eran economic entomologist, Dr. T. W. Harris, in 1841. The galls, as you note, are round, and when more mature become of a reddish color and of about the size of a pea, rarely measuring more than three-tenths of an inch. The insect which produces it is a four- winged, wasp- like fly which attains a measurement of about one-fifth of an inch in length. ItIs black, with brownish red legs. These galls seldom do permanent injury to use- ful plants, but, of course, their presence Is objectionable on account of their appearance. There is no way of reach- ing the insects within the galls by means of poisons, hence there is no better method of preventing galls than by destroying them as soon as they appear, before the issuance of the insects to pro- duce others. If you open these galls you will find that they contain, In a more or less advanced stage of growth, little pale-whitish creatures somewhat resem- bling a grub or a honey bee, but more slender. The mouth-parts are well devel- oped, and at the tip there is a tail- like appendage. A single larva or grub inhabits a gall, as a rule. This species of gall appears to have no particular com- mon name attached to it, but a similar larger gall is known as the bedeguar of the rose. F. H. Ciiittenden. Catalogues Received. V. Casazza & Bro., New York, insecti- cide; John Lucas & Cotapany, Philadel- phia, paint; James Vick's Sons, Roches- ter, N. V., bulbs; T. H. Thompson Seed and Rice Milling Company, Houston, Texas, seeds; Lager & Hurrell, Summit, N. J., orchids; the Laurel Hill Nurseries, Stockbridge, Mass., plants, shrubs and trees; Barr & Sons, Covent Garden. Lon- don, daffodils; V. Lemoine &Son, Nancy, France, plants; American Blower Com- pany, Detroit, Mich., steam traps; H Den Onden & Son, Boskoop, Holland, plants; J. D. Thompson Carnation Com- pany, joliet, III., carnations; J. Lambert & Son, Trier, Germany, plants; I. L. Pills- bury, Galesburg, III., cut flowers, plants and trees; Edw. E. Evans, West Branch, Mich., seeds; Walker & Pratt Manu- facturing Company, Boston, Mass., boilers; J. E. Ilutton&Son, Conyngham, Pa., plants; Isaac Hicks & Son, West- bury Station, N. Y., trees; Dillon Green- house Manufacturing Company, Blooms- burg, Pa., greenhouse construction mate- rials; Alexander McConnell, New York City, trees, shrubs and plants; Julias Roebrs, Rutherford, N. J., plants; National Lead Company, New York, igo2. The American Florist. 753 paints; Rippley Hardware Company, Grafton, 111., sprayers, machines and tanks; State Nursery Company, Helena, Mont., seeds, plants, trees, etc.; K. Ros- bergen & Son, Boskoop, Holland, plants; A. Perry, London, plants; Ad. De Clercq- Yan Ghyseghem, Ghent, Belgium, plants; Frantz De Laet, Antwerp, Bslgium, cacti. OBITUARY. PROF. E. S. GOFF. E. S. Gofl, professor of horticulture at the College of Agriculture, Madison, Wis., died June 6. He was In his forty- ninth year. p. H. THEEKILDSON. p. H. Therkildson, formerly manager of the Miller greenhouses at Ironton, Ohio, died May 1. Mr. Therkildson was bom in Denmark and came to this city twenty-seven years ago. He was mar- ried to Miss Mattie Miller in July, 1878. About three years ago he removed to Richmond, Ind., and later to Chillicothe, Ohio, where he was engaged in the flower trade. He had been ill since March 1. As Mr. Therkildson had expressed a wish to die at his old home, he was removed to Ironton a few hours before the end came. His wife and seven children sur- vive him. The elder son, Frank, is man- ager ot the Miller greenhouses, with which his father was so long connected. w ANTED— Two Kood c:irnatiou growers near Chica''o, Address C C, care Am. Florist. SITIATIONS. WANTS, fOR SALE. Advertisements under this head will be inserted at the rate of ten cents a line (sis words) each insertion. Cash must accompany order. Plant advs. not admitted under this head. Every paid subscriber to the American Florist for the year 1903 is entitled to a five-line want ADV. (situatioDS only) Iree, to be used at any time during the year. SITUATION WANTED — By Aug. 1st. in the orchid shipping business by young man, age 20. Three years' experience as a florist Address Orchid, care American Florist. SITUATION WANTED — By a first-class rose grower; best of references from some of the leading rose growers of New England. Address F H A, care American Florist. SITUATION WANTED— As manager or fore- man on medium cut flowergrowing establish- ment; married. State wages, etc. Address Manager, care American Florist. SITUATION WANTED— By good all-around florist and gardener. Permanent place wanted. Address K W, e56 W. Van Buren St., Chicago, III. SITUATION WANTED— By experienced carna- - tion grower, east and west. Best of recom- m-^ndations of the best place in the east. Address Grower. 837 E. 5th South Salt Lake City, Utah SITUATION WANTED— As foreman and grower of cut flowers and plants. Have been foreman with prominent floriata around Chicago for a number of years. Address Florist, Box 54, Hinsdale, III. SITUATION WANTED— By thoroughly prac- tical florist, as foreman; 17 years' experience in all branches; only first-class place wanted. Address, with particulars. Edward, care Ameriean Florist. SITUATION WANTED— By flrst-class grower of rosea, carnations, violets, 'mums and gen- eral line of bedding plants, as working foreman. Address Florist, care Henry Young. Rose Hill Cemetery Drive, Chicago. SITUATION WANTED— By sober, reliable man; 12 years in America, growing cut flowers, bed- ding plants, etc. Steady place wanted. Address, with particulars. Room 6, Y. M. C. A., Schenectady, N. X. SITUATION WANTED— As foreman by thor- oughly practical florist. Good decorator, designer, etc. Grower of No. 1 roses, carnations and 'mums. Firat-clasa commercial or private position. Good wages expected. Address G. Foreman, care P. O., Caiiton, O. w- w ANTED— A mnn for small place, $30.00 per month, with board. J. W. JIarshall, Jr,, 17H23d Ave., Meridian, Miss. ANTED— Married man, good gardener and greenhouse man for country place. Mhs. V. R. King, Delavan, Wis. w- w ANTED— Rose and carnation grower. Good wages to the right man. Address MuNCiE Floral Co., Muncie, Ind. ANTED— Young man with some experience in rose growing. Apply to J. A. Peterson, McHenrv Ave., Westwood, Cincinnati, O. w- ANTED— Young mnn with some experience to work in greenhouse. Florist. 89 Wendell St., Battle Creek, Mieh. WAN TED- Reliable rose grower to take charge of range of houses. Wages $10 per wei^k. Address J. F. Ammann, Edwardsvillc, 111. WANTED— 1,000 feet of 4-inch cast iron pipe in good condition. Also a hot water heater. Give full description and price. Address I. L. PiLLSBURT, Galesburg, 111. WANTED — Two young men to work in green- houses— roses and carnations. State wages wanted with board. Address Cole Bros.. Box 577, Peoria. 111. WANTED— Young man to learn the greenhouse business, growing of roses and carnations. State age. Apply to John L. Wyland. De Haven, Pa. WANTED— Rose growers and helpers; also one man that understands growing chrysanthe- mums. The highest wages and steady work. Bassett ' can make a lot of money. Address- MRS. MORRIS R. JONES, Rome, N. Y, For Sale or Lease^ OLD ESTABLISHED FLORIST BUSINESS— II acres of ground. 11 greenhouses, outhouses, barn, oflice, dwelling house, and good water mill (Corcoran build), in City of New York, Boroueh of Bronx. Entire property will be sold at reasonable price, or leased for number of years. Greenhouses heated by hot water boiler, all in good order. Good chance for right partv. FRANK GASS. Unionport. Westchester. New York City. For Rent or Sale Greenhouse {about 7,000 feet of glass), dwelling and stable, Evanston, 111., two blocks from C. A N. W. sta- tion. Good established trade direct from green- house. Rent reHsonable. Address 11 27 CHURCH ST., EVANSTON, ILL. For Sale at a Bargain Greenhouses, 25,000 square feet of glass, all in good condition and paying well; within 20 miles of Chicago. Owner is going to retire from business. Address F S, care American Florist. sr.;; boilers and Pipe. 5 No. 1 6 Hitcliings Boilers in good order, with New Grates and Fire Bricks. Also 6, coo feet 4-in. cast iron extra heavy pipe, 9 feet lengths, ells, tees and Expansion Tanks. Cheap for Cash. W. A. Hammond 107 E. Broad St., Richmond, Va. If you want to get the want you want to get> you want to get your want ad into the AMERICAN FLORIST w w w Try It now. Every advertisement represents a genuine want. ^ It pays to answer them. ^ jl jt Hi: iee€:6«ee&&SiS6e:6«&e&&ei 754 The American Florist. June 14, PRICE LIST. ^^ _ BBALITIES. Peidoz. H^ ■ Long stems $3.50 to $3 00 ^^H ^^ ^^ ^^ h^ k ^^ ^^ Medium stems l.SOto 2.00 ^^W ^^ ^^ ^^ B^ B ^^ ^^ ^•"""^'^■"^ ^^'pViSs ■ IIISUIIIIIo Brides $4.C0 J6.0O ■ •« ^^ ^^ ■ ■ ■ •■ ^^ Maids 4.0D 6.00 , SSSiE;;EE:::; i li «ll choice virieties I SSi^::^='"""i THE BEST IN CHICACO. I ^ Valley select 4.00 * A Valley, outdoor 2.00 ^_ _g _m _ # 4 Asparagus Plumoaus, per stg. .50 .75 ^T ^^^---^ mm .^ —^ ♦ ^ Asparagus SpreniKii 3.00 4.00 BinOVIUQ IHI Q W IHm Q 4 1 Sff^'rerKI?:^:::::::; :?l reollf 0 IfldAlmCl J ^ Leucothoe sprays 1.0) ♦ A Adiantum 1.00 ^ i Smilax, per doz 1.50 2 00 $6 00 per lOOp m Prices subject to change without notice ^ Above pF'Ces are (or first-class stock. OthOr SortSy $3 tO $4 per 100> ^ Lower grades billed accordingly. J. B.DGdfTlllCI... CHICAGO?.' I COMMISSIONS CARRIED OUT in LONDON or any part of Great Britain. Messrs. WILLS & SEGAR will attend to any commission from American florists for the supply of Cut Flowers, Birthday Flowers, Bouquets, High Class Floral Designs, etc., to their clients who may be traveling in England . Ufli I C 9. VCRAD Court Florists to His niLLO 06 OLUnlli Majesty, The Kine. ROYAL EXOTIC Nursery, Telegrams, Onslow Crescent, South Kensington, FLOscnLO, London. LONDON, ENGLAND. The Art ...of Floral Arrangement The only special newspaper in the world for floral arrangement. 200 ILLUSTRATIONS ANNUALLY. Specimen number free. Subscription, $2.40 yearly. BINDEKUNST-VERLAG J. OLBERTZ. ERFURT, GERMANY ElECTROS... »g. t For Catalogue Purpose8. % WE have a large assortment of strictly hlgh-olass halftones of which we can supply electros suitahle tor catalogue Illustration. If you need anything In this way, state your re- quirements and we will submit f roofs of the Illustrations In stock Price lor cash only 16 cenu per square inch. THE AMERICAN FLORIST CO., 324 Daarborn St., CHICAQO. THE AMERICAN FLORIST'S COLOR CHART PRICE IS CENTS POSTPAID. AMERICAN FLORIST CO., Oawteni St., CMaafS. IR. Wbol^ale power/arK^ Milwaukee, June 12. Roses, Beanty, long,per doz. 2.50@ 3.00 " " med. " 1.00® 1.60 " " short " .50© .75 " Liberty 6.00@10.00 " Bride, Bridesmaid 4.00® 6.00 " Meteor 4.00® 6.00 " Golden Gate 4 00® 6.00 " Perle 4.00® 6.00 Carnations, ordinary I.OJ " fancy 300 Pa?oni!xs, per doz., 60c to $1.00 Harrisll 10. 00 Lily of the valley 4.00 Adiantum 75® 1.00 Smllai 18.00@20 OO Asparagus 85.00 Common terns .25 PrrTBBTTBO, June 12. Koses, Beauty, specials 20.0C@3i.OO " " extras 13.00@lo.0O No. 1 4.00® 6.00 " " No. 2 3 00 " Bride, Bridesmaid 1 . 00® 4 00 " Meteor 1.00® 4 00 narnatlons 1. 01® 3 00 Gardenias 3.(0('i 5.00 L.ily of the valley ' 2. 00® 3.00 Harrisii lilies 6 00@10.00 Daisies 50(0)1.03 Sweet Peas 20® .60 SmUai .■..10.C0@I2..50 Adiantum 75® 1.00 Asparagus 33.00340.00 OmoimiATi, June 12. Roses, Beauty 8.00®20.00 " Bride 1.00® 4.00 " Bridesmaid 1.00® 4 00 " Meteor l.«0@ 4 00 " Perle 1.00® 4 00 " Liberty 1.00® 4 00 Carnationi 1.00® 2.00 Lily of the valley 3.00® 4 00 SweetPeas 6C(" .75 Longillorum lilies *^.00 Gladiolus 6.00 Asparagus 60.00 SmUai 15. CO Adiantum cuneatum 1.00 Common ferns .15 St. LoniB, .fune 12. Boses, Beauty, short stem 5.00®12.50 " '■ long stems 15.00@20.00 Bride, Bridesmaid 2.00® 5.00 •' Golden Gate 2.00® 6.00 Carnations, ordinary 1.00 " ohoioe 1.50 Sweet peas 25® .40 Lilies, CandlUum 6 GO'" 10 00 Smilai ... 12.60®15.00 Asparagus Sprengerl 1.00® 1.50 Plumoaus 1.00® I 60 • ■ 0.^.^«^1 Simple method for I raOfi dfiClBl preserving cut I I aH« WWWI « I (lowers in all their boauty for 15 to 30days. Never fails. Sontfor25c. A. C.Mercer, Jr.. New Bedford Mass. Puau mention Ihejtmeriean Florist when writing E. H. Hunt, WHOLESALE Cut flowers THE *H>LD RELIABLE." 76 Wabash Ave., CHICAGO. Poehlmann Bros. Co. Wholesale Growers of and Dealers i" Cut Flowers All telegraph and telephone orders _ given prompt attention. 35-37 Greenhouses: Randolph Street. Morton Grove, III. CHICAQO. IU-. The Cinoinnati Cut Flower Co., ciSAiro; WHOLESALE FLORISTS. Consignments Solicited. Sn^riHi Attention Given to Shipping Orderi. Cut Flower Exchange, WM. DIIiOER, Managrer, WHOLESALE COMMISSION. Full line of Florists' Supplies and Decorations, Special attention to shipping orders. 26 Miami Avenue, DETKOIT, MICH. RICE BROTHERS WHOLESALE FLORISTS and FLORAL SUPPLIES. Receivers and Shippers of Fresh Cut Flowers. Special attention to shipping orders. A com- plete line of Florists' needs. Send Tor price lisU Prompt returns on all consignments. 128 N. Sixth St. MINNEAPOLIS, MINN. t^ease wtrnttonthe ATtierican Flor~tst whett. turxtin£, C. A. KUEHN. Wholesale Florist, IISZ PINE STREET. fc ST. LOUIS, HO. i^A oompleta line of Wire Deslgnj. Pittsburg Gut Flower Go. Ltd WHOLESALE FLORISTS. -Pittsburg, Pa. Pifasr mention the American Florist when tvttting. H.G.BERNING Wholesale Florist 1322 Pine St., ST. LOUIS, MO. Frank M. Ellis, WHOLESALE ELORIST, 1316 Pine Street, ST. LOUIS, MO. OONBIONMBNT8 SOUOITKD. igo2. The American Florist. 755 We are particularly strong at present on our supply of Shipping Stock While Beauties and Tea Roses are not op to winter grade, our cot runs the best coming to this market and we expect to maintain oor advanced position right through the season of Jone weddings and commencements. Plenty of Paeonias, Carnations, Smilax, Valley and Orchids. Send os yoor order. E.C.Amling The Largest, Best Equipped and Most Centrally- Located Wholesale Cut Flower House in Chicago. 32-34-36 Randolph St. CHICAGO. L. D. PHONES CENTRAL <999 AND 1977. PRICE LIST. BEAUTIES. 30-38-inch stems, perdoz., $3.00 24 " " • 2.00 20 " " " 1-50 16 " " " 1.00 1> " " " .75 6 to 8-in, " per 100 $4.00 5.00 Per 100 Brides $4 00 6.00 Maids 4.0O 6 00 Meteors 4i0 6.00 Gates 4.00 6.0U Carnations 1.00 1.50 large and fancies 3 00 3 00 Callas perdoz., lOU 1.25 Paionias 5 00 8.00 Sweet Peas 75 1.00 Valley, select 4 00 5.00 Marguerites 50 .75 Asparagus pluraosus, per stg, 60 .75 Sprengeri 3.00 6.00 Galax " 1.25; .15 Ferns, new, per lOCO, $l.iO.. .20 Adiantum 1.00 Smilax perdoz., l.SO 2.0O Prices subject to change without notice J.a.BUDL©NG Boses and Carnations A Specialty.. 37-39 Randolph Street, CHICAGO. WHOLESALE 6R0WER of CUT FLOWERS HINSDALE! HINSDALE! A new crop of HARDY CUT FERNS, Fancy or Dagger, DOW ready for the luarKeL Where can you buy them I cheaper? In I. Oi 0 lots, 50c per 10 0; in 5,000 lots, 45c perlOCO; I in 10,000 lots. 40c per 1000. (ioods to be guaranteed or no 'money requirtd. This is my 1 summer price and I hope all florists will patronize where they will get the best bargain. Laurel and Princess Pine Rop- ing, good stocK Sphagnum Moss, finest in the market, 5oc perbbl A.11 orders by mail or dispatch promptly attended to. THOMAS COLLINS, Hinsdale, Mass. A. L. Randall, WHOLESALE flORIST. 4 Washington Stroet, CHICAGO Send for weekly price list and special quotations on 1000 lots. WEirAND AND -Risen CHICAGO'S RELIABLE Wholuale Growers and Shippers ol OUT FLOWERS. exits rOR WSBEIiT PBICE LIST. WHOLESALE FLORISTS fUase m^niion ike American Florist when writing. Ben they & Co. F. e. BENTHEY, Manager, WhoiesaleGommissionFlorists 31^5 Randolph St., CHICAGO. 0r*Oonfliniii>ents solioited American Florist Advertisements Work Every Day. Wbol^ale power/larKjfe CHiOAeo, June 13. Boiei, Beauty, 30 to 36-iiich atemi 24 " " 20 " " " 15 " " 12 " " 6to8 " "per 100 4. " Bride, Bridesmaid 3 " Meteor 3 " Perle ,. 3 " Golden Qate 3 Carnations 1 Lily of the valley 4 Harrisii 6, Callas, perdoz 1.25@1.50 PEBoniaa perdoz. .50@ 1.00 Cattleyas per doz. 6.00 Sweet Peas Asparagus, per string, .6;@ .75 A.diantum Common ferns, per lOOO, $1.50 Uaiax leaves, per 1000 tl.35 Smilax per dozen 1.50@ 2.00 3.00 2.00 1.60 1.00 .75 00® 5,00 00@ 6.00 .00@ 6.00 00@ 5.00 00@ 6 00 00® 3,00 .00® 5.00 00@10.00 75® l.OO 75® 1.00 .20 .16 LILYof the VALLEY The finest now ready to cut. Fine pips from cold storage, $13 per 1000. IT. IV. ]BRlj:P^®, 1409-1 4 11 W. Madison St., CHICAGO. Chicago Carnation Co., Joliet, Illinois Watch This Space FOR FUTURE BARGAINS. 349 West North Avenue, CHICAGO, ILL. Greenhouses, Niles Center, III. Please mention the American Florist: CTery time you ynite to an advertiser. Bassett&Washburn 76 & 78 Wabash Ave., CHICAGO. Wholesale Dealers and i|.,A Cl^aaiAaiA Growers of IfUtr lowers GREENHOUSES: HINSDALE. ILL. WIETOR BROS. ..Cut Flowers Wholesale Growers All telegraph and telephone orders given prompt attention. 5J W&haah Avenue, CHICAGO. Wholesale Qrower 01 Cut Flowers SPECIAL ATTENTION 11*TMlf TVT ^t GIVEN TO HARDY CUT -■^ Ja^.»:^X:»- 1^ S5-57 WABASH AVENUE, Telephone Central 3284 OHIO.A.C»0. GEO. REINBERG, "Ssl;.> Cut Flowers Choice American Beantlps. We will take care of your orders at reasonable prices. Prompt attention. B1 Wabash Ave., CHICAQO, ILL. Please mention ike American Fio-^'ist -when writing, PETER REINBERG, Grower and Wholesaler of Cot Flowers. eOO.OOO PIBT OP QLAS8. Headquarters for American Beauty. 51 Wabash Ave.. - CHICABO. ILL JOHN MUNO, Wholesale Grower and Shipper of Boom 221. 51 Wabash Ave., CHICAGO. Telephokb Central 3598. All telegraph ami telephone orders given prompt attention. A\\VU\ Itail '^^fc days and everyday lion S IS S"°'^V^ ^^ holidays, ^ ^ Art« All over tlie country. "V 'V nUO At home and ainoadi : :; Gut Flowers T56 The American Florist. June 14, Select VALLEY .^.^IN QUANTITY. 8E0. A. SUTHERLAND, t« 34 Hawley St., BOSTON. Telephone 1270 Main. BEST BOSTON FLOWERS, All Supplies. An entire floor Devoted to Stock and Manu- facturing. Distributing Agent for United States for the wonderful SEASONABLE SAMUEL S. PENNOCK, Wholesale Florist, 1612-18 LUDLOW ST., PHILADELPHIA, PA. LETTER, unequalled for design work. Script, any color, 3^ a letter. Block letters, IV^ each. The most elaborate design work to order in a few minutes. Gbneral Agents: H. BAYERSDORFER & CO.. Philadelphia. REED «■ KELLER. New York City. CITY HALL OUT FLOWER MARKET WELCH BROS., Props. 9 CHAPMAN PLACE. BOStOn, MBSS. 15 PROVINCE STREET. ' J. K. ALLEN Fresh Flowers FOR June Weddings and any other occasion at bed-rock market rates. i06W.28thSt., NEW YORK. Telephone 167 Madison Square. OPEN AT 6 A. M. DAILY. N. F. McCarthy & go. CUT FLOWERS I^V^^''^ 84 Hawley St.. BOSTON. N.Y.GUT FLOWER EXCHANGE Coogan BIdg, 6th Ave. and W. 26th St., New York. Open for Cut Flower Sales at 6 o'clock Kvery Morning DESIRABLE WALL. SPACE TO RENT FOR ADVERTISING. JOHN DONALDSON, Secretary. The American Florist Company's DIRECTORY Contains the names and addresses of all the Flo- riats, Seedsmen and Nurserymen in the United States and Canada. Price $a.oo. AMERICAN FLORIST CO., 324 Dearborn Street. Chioago, U. Sj A. WboI?5ale power/arK^ Boston, .June 11. Boiei, Beauty, extra 12.00®15.00 " ■' medium 6.00@10.00 " " culls 3.000 4.00 Queen of Edgeley 10.00@20 00 " iiride, Bridesmaid, Meteor. 1.00® 3.00 " extra 3.00® 6.00 Sweet Peas 25® .60 Oarnatlons l.CO® 2.00 Lily of the valley 2.0C@ 3.00 Lilies 4.00® 6,00 I'n-onias 3.00(" 6.03 Spiraea, stocks 80("> 1.00 Adiantum 75® 1.00 Asparagus 50.00 Smllax.. 12.00@16.00 Philadslfhia, June 11. Roiei.Tea 6.00@ 7.00 " " extra 7.00@ 8.00 " Beauty, extra 20.00®25.00 firsts 10.00®15.00 Queen of Edgely, extra 20.0C("'25.0O '• ■• firsts... 10. OOwilS. 00 Oarnatlons 100® 3.00 LUyofthe valley 4.00® 5.00 Asparagus 25.00@BO.00 Smilax.. 15.00@20.00 BtjptaIjO, .Tune 13. Boiei, Beauty 7.00@3S.00 " Bride, Bridesmaid, Meteor 4.00@ 8.00 Carnations 1 00® 3.00 Pffionias 3.00(51 5.00 Lily of the valley 3.00® 4.00 Smllax I5.00@20.00 Adiantum 1.00® l.BO Give Us a Trial. We Can Please You, Roses, Carnations and all kinds of Seasonable Flowers in stock. llfU C VA6TIIIIS Wholesale Com- Iffmi ri RnOlinU) mission Florist. 08I Washington St.. Buffalo. N. V. Dealer in Florists' Supplies and Wire Designs. Open Dar and NIsht. NEW YORK GUT FLOWER GO. B5 and 57 Watt 26th St., WHOLESALE FLORISTS, Daily Reports. Weekly Payments. Telephones : t a lyjTr T AKC, 2239 Madison Sq. >' ^' iVUi-i-AINO, 2034 Madison Sq. Makabmb. GEORGE SALTFORD, Wholesale Commission Florist, 46 West 29ili street, NEW YORK. Fair dealing and prompt returns guaranteed. Correspondence solicited. ROVATZOS & MOLTZ Buy and ClflllfCDC °" Closa Sell.... r L U II C n d Margin. Headquarters, 56 Wast 26th SirosI, Write, Opposite Cut Flower Exchange, OR Telephone. NEW YORK CITY. EUGENE BERNHEIMER Wholesale Florist, Philadelphia. Phone 14269 A, 1604 I^adlow St., CONSIGNMENTS OF ROSES SOLICITED. SHIPPINB UBELS a ••Cut Flowers Printed In two colors on gummed paper; your card, eto.. In black and leaf adopted by the 6. A. F. In red. Very attractive. Price per BOO, 12.86; pet 1000, |4.Ba Bend tor samples mOIKO or THIS UAT. postpaid, SI.U. American Florist Co., CHICAOO. Valley and Beauties LEO Of Extra Fine Quality. _^ ___■■■ ■ x_._ -r A ka' t/\ b d mi . . During Juno will be open from 7 A. M. TO b P. M. jgo2. The American Florist. 757 FOR SEASONABLE FLOWERS 'TO JOHN I. RAYNOR, 49W. 28tliSt., NEWrORK. WHOLESALE COMlffllS- SIOX FLORIST. Telephone 1998 Madison Square YOUNG & NUGENT WHOLESALE FLORISTS JfEw^YORkf """ Are shipping the finest Roses, Carnations, Valley, Orchids, Novelties, i— Price List to Applicants. in the New York Market. TELEPHONE 2066 MAOISON SQUARE. Walter f. Sheridan, Wholesale Florist, Telephone 902 Madison Square. 39 West 28th St.. NEW YOBK. Telephone Noa. 2239 and 2034 Madison Square. MOORE, HENTZ & NASH Wholesale Commission Florists, 65 and 67 West 26th St., NEW YORK CITY. Adjoining New York Cut Flower Co. salesroom. Finest Salesroom in the Trade. Inspection Invited. All business, selling or shipping, strictly commiBaion. i u/uni ccm [WILLIAM GHORMLEY,p|.„„,»„,p» 1WI||II hAllI r RECEIVER AND SHIPPER Or FRESH CUT FLOWERS. DAILY STOCK Of AIL IjlJIfllll I UU I UH IlllWblaVnkk THE CHOICEST VARIETIES FROM BEST GROWERS WHO SHIP TO NEW YOrIc *»**■■■■■■ I ***»■ WI« ORCHIDS, ROSES, CARNATIONS, VALLEY, ^ Talaphona 2200 Madison Squara, B7 WEST 28th STREET, NEW YORK CITY. JOHN YOUNG Special American Beauties, Surpassing Carnations, Lily of the Valley, Orchids, and all Seasonable Flowers. 81 West 2Sth St., NEW TOKK. Tel. 1905 Madison Sq. THE RECOGNIZED HEADQUARTERS IN NEW YORK CITY FOR Violets and Carnations GROWERS and BUYERS make a note of this. It wUl be to your advantage. WM. H. GUNTHER^ 80 West 29tli St., New York. Telephone 551 Madison Square. Frank Millang Open from 6 a. m. to 5. p. m. Cut Flower Exchange, Phone 399 Madison Square. 55-57 W, 26th St. NEW YORK. B8TABLI8HED 1872, JOHN J. PERKINS, COMMISSION FLORIST, Solicits Consignments or Shipping Orders. Satisfaction given In both. Write for Termi. 115 West 30th St., New York. Bonnot Bros. WHOLESAUE FLORISTS. 55 and 57 W. 26th St. N<>«v Ynrk Cut Flower Exchange, HICW I OFK. OPEN 6:00 A. M. An Unequalled Outlet lor Consigned Flowers. Choice Carnations. ^eiected Roses. Traendly&Schenck NEV YORK aTY, 38 W. 28th Street, Cut Flower Exchange. New Telephone No. 788 & 799 Madison Sq. Wbol^ale power/arKjfe Nbw York, .June 11. Roses, Beauty, select 10.00@15.00 " " medium 5.00® 6.00 " " culls 50® 1.00 " Bride, Bridesmaid 2.00® 5.00 " Liberty 2.00® 8.00 " Meteor, Golden Gate 2.00® 5.00 All kinds, job lots 50® 1 00 Carnations 60® 1.00 Lily of the valley 50® 4.00 Callas, Lilies 3.00® 5.00 Pajonias S.OKS. .00 SweetPeas 35ia) .75 Cattleyas 30.00@50.00 Mignonette .50 Smilax 8.00@12.00 Adiantum .50 Asparagus 35.00@50.00 " Sprengeri, perdoz. bun.. 2.00® 3.00 GHAS. MILLANG, 50 W. 29th St., -NEW YORK. Always mention the American Flo- rist when writing to advertisers. FORD BROS. Receivers and Shippers of FRESH FLOWERS, 111 West 30tli St., NEW TOKK. Telephone 157 Madison Square. Julius Lang SB West aotk Street, NEW YORK. BlPBIBSlITB THE BSBT QBOWEBS OV ROSES, CARNATIONS, VALLEY. TBLEPHOin! 280 Madibok S Telsphonb 939 Maik. ...GEO. M. KELLOGG... Largest Grower^ol... Q^^^ FloWCrS Give us an order and we will please you. Our Greenhouses at PLEASANT HILL, MO. Our Store. 906 Grand Ave.. KANSAS CITY. MO. pg"T.nNQ DISTANCE 'PHOKB AT EITHER FI^CS. EDW. C. HORAN, 47 WEST 28TH BT.. NEW YORK. Cyj FLOWERS AI WHOLESALE. Tel. 421 Madison Square, 758 The American Florist. June 14, The gEED T^aiDE. AMERICAN SEED TRADE ASSOCIATION. J. E. NoBTHBUP, Pres.; S. F. Lbosard, Vioe- Piei. ; S. F. WiLLARD, Wethersfleld. Conn., Seo'y and Treat. Twentieth annual convention, Minneapolis, Minn., June 24-26, 1902. Visited New York: Arnold Ringier, representing W. W. Barnard & Co., Chi- cago. Henry F. Michell, of Philadelphia, ia on hiB wedding tour, having been mar- ried last week. B. Suzuki, of Suzuki & lida, New York, is on his way to Japan, via San Fran- cisco. He expects to return next Decern ber. Western reports indicate a twenty- five per cent loss of crop by washouts, hail and rain, with prospects for lots of over-sized sets. Visited Chicago: John T. Buckbee, Rockford, 111.; James McHutchison, rep- resenting Aug. Rhotert, New York- W. B. Hoyt, Cambridge, N. Y. Toronto, Ont. — A. W. Annandale and John Regal, of the Steele, Briggs Seed Company, sailed for Europe June 6 to purchase supplies for their different departments. The directors of the Wholesale Seeds- men's League will hold their next meet- ing In Minneapolis, Thursday, June 26. The annual meeting of the league will be held at 8 p. m. that date. All seedsmen are requested to write at once to their congressman asking his sup- port of House Resolution No. 249 regard- ing investigation of government seed contracts for the last four years. The Chicago seedsmen are very anxious to have the delegates for Minne- apolis join them, starting from Chicago on the evening of June 23. See notice elsewhere on this page. A good time is expected. The Lawrence, Kan., correspondent of the iVew Fori Commercial wires June 6: The Kansas seed house of Barteldes & Company received a large telegraph order today for seeds to be sent by express for the restoring of Boer iarms in South Africa devastated by the recent war. Seed Company Incorporated. The incorporation papers of the Man- deville & King Company, Rochester, N. Y., were filed June 3. The new company will deal in seeds and is capitalized at $250,000. The directors are Willard J. Mandeville, Fred. B. King, William T. Fonda, all of Rochester, and Scth H. Pearse, of Cape Vincent, N. Y. French Roman Hyacinths. The situation of the French Roman hyacinths is very bad at present but as yet this has not influenced other bulbs, •ays Le Petit Marseillais, of May 23, 1902. The current price of hyacinths seems to be eighty francs. This price is now offered by the merchants but is not always accepted by the growers, who anticipate a rise. Bermuda Lilies. The following communication from a well informed correspondent in Bermuda, under date of May 30, will be interesting at this time: "I am sending you a small photograph FIELD OF LILIES IN BERMUDA. (From a photograph of 1901.) of lilies growing in Bermuda, on which you will be able to trace the foliage to the ground and see in what a healthy condition they existed in 1901. The 5-7 bulbs from these were planted in two large fields in the autumn of that year. The plants are of the true Harrisii type, very strong and vigorous, between three and four feet in height, feathered to the ground and icarcely with a blemish when visited about May 15. "There are other fields throughout Bermuda which compare favorably with these and the whole of the lilies this year are far ahead of anything that has been produced for years; although the yield may be considerably more per area as compared with other years, the quantity produced will not be larger than that of last year, due to the fact that less were planted. The farmers are confining them- selves to planting good stock on selected land. The lilies at St. David's Island this year are in excellent condition, much pains being taken by the variousgrowers to produce fine exporting bulbs." American Seed Trade Association. President Northrup advises us as fol- lows regarding railroad fares to the Minneapolis meeting of the American Seed Trade Association, June 24-26: "Western Passenger Association, Trunk Line Association and New England Pas- senger Association grant fare and one- third rate for round trip. Receipts for fare paid will not be accepted in lieu of certificates." CHICAGO TO MINNEAPOLIS. Seedsmen from the east and south of Chicago should purchase tickets from starting point through to Minneapolis, taking certificate receipt for same. This receipt when properly executed at Minne- apolis will secure return ticket at one- third of the regular rate. In purchasing tickets be sure to see they read from Chicago to Minneapolis via the Chicago, Milwaukee & St. Paul R. R., so as to accompany the Chicago party, who are very desirous that all visitors passing through Chicago travel in the same car or cars, leaving Chicago from the Union Depot at 6:30 p. m., June 23. Reserva- tion on sleeping cars can be made through J. C. Vaughan, 84 Randolph street, Peter HoUenbach, 12 North Halsted street, or Goodwin Harries Company. 115 East Kinzie street, all at Chicago. CYC4S REVOLITA STEMS. We have just received a larfze shipment in assorted sizes from 3 to 13 pounds (most of them 8 or 10 pounds) which we olTer at lOc per pound. Special price on large quantilies. J.M.THORBURN&CO. (Utt o( IS John Str*«t) S6 CORTLANDT STREET. NEW VOIOI J. van Reisen & Son, VOORHOUT, HOLLAND, Wholesale Bulbs and Roots. care P. J. VAN HEININGEN, 136 Water St. FALL BULBS Tulips, Hyacinths, Narcissus, Lilies. Vou oau save money by placni}; order now. Send us your list; we will make bottom prices. James Vick's Sons, Rochester, N. Y. igo2. The American Florist. 759 **Some firms have some things part of the time/' but KENNICOTT'S HAVE EVERYTHING ALL THE TIME. If you want the Finest PAEONIAS for School Closings and June Weddings, go to KENNICOTT BROS. COMPANY Wholesale Commission Florists, 42 and 44 E. Randolph St., ^^.^^CHICAGO. DAGGER TERNS Are now ready, A No. 1 quality, $1.50 per 1003. BOUQUETGREEN Princess PinOf 6c per lb. BRONZE AND GREEN GALAX, 5000 lots, 7Sc per 1000. LEUCOTHOE SPRAYS 75 cents per 100. LAURELFESTOONING 4c« 5c and 6c per yard. LAUREL WREATHS, to order, any size. Boston, May 3rd, 1902. We would respectfully infopm the trade that our new crop of Dagger Ferns is now ready and they are A No. 1 quality. We carry a full assort- ment of Florists' Hardy Supplies as follows: Bronze and Green Galax, Hardy Cut and Fancy Ferns, Bouquet Green, Laurel Festooning, Laurel Wreaths, Buudle Laurel, etc. P. S.— Extra choice Dagger Ferns, $2.00 per lOtO. Satisfaction guaranteed and quick delivery. Ord'T them now and avoid disappointment and the rush. Long distance telephone, 2618 Main. HENRY M. ROBINSON & GO. 32-34-36 COURT SQ., BOSTON, MASS DAGGER and FANCY FERNS $1.00 PER 1000. fill lY I CJIlfCC Bronze or Green, 75c UBLIlA LbAffCdper lOOO. Use our Laurel Festooning for your Junu Decorations. Its tne bes' ai^rJ cheaoest In ihe market. 4. 5 and jScperyd. Bunchedlaureland laurel wreaths when wanted. Millington, Mass. Tel. office, New Salem. fUase miention the A trurican Florist when writing- American riorist Ads Always do busines, week days and every day, Sundays and holidays, ail over the country, at home and abroad. I The Sensational New Rose for 1902. I I MRS. OLIVER AMES. 3 For description, prices, etc., see Trade List. % SI 00.00 IS OFFERED IN PRIZES for Cut Flowers of this Rose at Madison ^ Square Show next fall. 5 Extra fine plants of tbe grand pillar rose CRIMSON RAMBLER, from $2.00 to $6.00 per dozen, jj according to size and age. Ajso all the STANDARD forcing roses in variety, now ready for ^ shipment. I JOHN N. MAY, Summit, N. J. SPECIAL BARGAINS J0,000 Roses, all kinds. 5,000 Coleus 2-iach pots. 1,000 Cannas, 3 and 4'inch. 5,000 Scnilax, 2x2y2-inch. 5,000 Flumosus and iprengeri 5.000 4 5, 6, 7, 8 and JO-inch Boston Ferns. Vinca«, Fuchsias, Pelargoniums, Hibiscus, etc., etc., for stock. Write GEO. A. KUHL. PEKIN, ILL. ROSE PLANTS 2Vi-incli Rose plants, fully as good as any we have ever sent out : METEOR, $2.50 per JOO; $20.00 per JOOO. MA1D5, 3.00 per JOO; 25.00 per JOOO. J. A. BUDI.ONG, 37-39 Randolph St. CHICAGO. Wanted-To buy 400 strong Dormant Poinsettia Roots. State price. Apply to JOHN L. WYLAND, De Haven P. O., Pa. Rose Plants strong plants from 2^-inch pots, choice stock in every particular. Per 100 Per 1000 AM. BEAUTY PLANTS, 2H-inoh...»6.00 $3000 " " 3-inoh 8.C0 75.00 METEORS, 2V4-inch 2.50 20.00 " 3-inch ...4.00 35.00 BRIDE 3.00 25.00 BRIDESMAID 3.00 25.00 METEOR 3.00 25.00 GOLDEN GATE 3.00 25 00 PERLE 3.00 25.00 GEO. REINBERQ, 51 Wabash Ave., Chicago. Asparagus PLUMOSUS NANUS.... From flats, $2.50 per 100; $20.00 per 1000. 25 at 100 rates; 250 at 1000 rates, prepaid. Cash. LOOMIS nORAL CO. LOOMIS. CAL. Please mention the American Florist when writing. 760 The American Florist. June 14, The (Nursery TR^se. AH. ASSOCIATION OF NURSERYMEN. Chas. a. Ilgenfbitz. Pres. : D. S. Lake. Viov- Pr^s.; George C. Seager. Rochester, N. Y.. Sec'y. Twentv-eightli annual couvention, Detroit, Mich., June, 1903. Throdghodt the south there is a con- stantly growing call for nut trees, the leaders being hickory and pecan. The Chico Nursery Company, of Salem, Oregon, has been incorporated with $50,000 capital stock to do a general nursery business. The incorporators named are Malcom McDonald, Archie McGill and Leon Girod. The only charter members of the American Association of Nurserymen present at its twenty-seventh annual meeting, at Milwaukee, June 11 to 13, were Edgar Sanders, of Chicago, and Z. K. Jewett, of Sparta, Wis. George S. Josselyn, the big grower of grape vines at Fredonia, N. Y., says that he believes not one grape vine in twenty sold to amateurs produces a good crop of first quality fruit because the top is not cut back sufficiently during the first two years of its life in the garden. American Association of Nurserymen. Coming at the close of the best season on record it is well in keeping that the twenty-seventh annual meeting of the American Association of Nurserymen should establish a new high water mark for that prosperous organization. Large as were the conventions at Chicago two years ago and at Niagara Falls last June, this meeting was larger, both in attend- ance and in interest. Furthermore the business transacted between the members was most satisfactory; indeed, it was one of the best features of the convention, in pleasing contrast to the experience last year. The Piankinton House afforded excellent accommodations. The assembly hall contained not less than 250 persons when President Berck- mans called for order. He introduced Mayor Rose, to whom, as was to be expected, it "afiorded much pleasure" to welcome such a fine gathering of "the flower of the land." The mayor did not omit to "hand over the keys of the city." He was responded to by N. H. Albaugh, and everyone who has attended a nur- ■erymen's meeting knows what that means. Preiident Berckmans then read his address. He spoke of the wonderful ■development of the nursery business in the past few years and pointed out that those who are on the heat footing are the ones who send out nothing but good stock, true to name. He recommended that every nurseryman have a specimen orchard, to be resorted to for budding or grafting wood. He urged the necessity otcuttingfrom nothing but bearing wood. The school of instruction for employes recently started by Thos. Meehan & Sons was commended. In conclusion Mr. Berckmans spoke of the importance of arranging the convention programme to permit of full discussion of trade mat- ters. Secretary Geo. C. Seager reported 766 names on the membership roll. Treas- urer C. L. Yates showed receipts for the year to have been $1,598.22 and cash on hand June 1, 1902, $2,717.07. Prof. L. H. Bailey was introduced and spoke extemporaneously for nearly an hour on the trend of the nursery business and its future. He thinks the most suc- cessful nurseryman is the one who is imbued with the idea that he is doing a work for humanity. He said that the tendency is to specializf, to get away from the dead level of growing just such stocks in just the way every other man grows it. It was advised that the home market be cultivated. Prof. Bailey also urged that the school children be encour- aged to grow plants as a means of foster- ing the local demand. Thursday's session opened with the recommendations of the state vice-presi- dents and the election of officers, as fol- lows: President, Charles A. Ilgenfritz, Monroe, Mich.; vice-president, D. S. Lake, Shenandoah, la.; secretary, George C. Seager, Rochester; treasurer, C. L, Yates, Rochester; executive committee, Wm. Pitkin, Rochester; X. W.Hale, KnoxvlUe, CHARLCS A. ILGENFRITZ. President .Vraerican Association of Nurserymen. Tenn.; Peter Youngers, Geneva, Neb. It was voted unanimously to meet in Detroit next year. N. H. Albaugh, of Phoneton, O., was introduced by President Berckmans to "read a paper." Of course it was a slip of the tongue, an inadvertence, for the Buckeye orator was never known to "read" any of his famous addresses. He gave an extemporaneous dissertation on "Who's a What," dealing facetiously with "bugs, buggers and humbugs." He was followed by C. L. Watrous with the report of the legislative commit- tee, dealing with the national inspection law now pending in congress. The con- clusion of the reading of this report is always a sign for the orators of the asso- ciation to clamor for the floor. N. W. Hale introduced a resolution in which the association emphatically endorsed the pending legislation, after remarks by Silas Wilson, N. H. Albaugh, George A. Sweet, A. L. Brooke, E. W. Kirkpatrick, J. S. Kerr and others. On motion of Z. K. Jewett, the committee was given a unanimous rising vote of thanks for its labors on this bill, which is thought to as nearly represent the interests of the nurserymen as any law can which will be able to get through both houses of congress. Prof. F. W. Taylor spoke of the pro- visions made for horticulture at the St. Louis exposition of 1904-, outlining the plans of the department and suggesting means by which it is hoped, and almost assured, the nursery display will be the finest on record at any exposition in the world. He was closely listened to and on motion of G. W. Sallee, a resolution was adopted giving hearty endorsement to the exposition plans. The afternoon of Thursday was spent in a trolley ride about the city and in a visit to the places where the beverage is made which makes Milwaukee famous. On Friday morning there was a paper by A. Willis, of Ottawa, Kans., on "The Relation of the Nurseryman to the Com- munity in which he Lives." Unfinished business and the report of the committee on final resolutions brought a close to the convention. Ths trade exhibit was about the same as usual as to stock shown, but not quite so large in extent asin recent years. Following is the list: Gage County Nur- sery, Beatrice, Neb., apple and pear seed- lings; H. T. Jones, Elizabeth, N. J., raffia; Dayton Fruit Tree Label Company, wooden labels; August Rhotert, New York, raffia; D. Hill, Dundee, 111., ever- greens; Rochester Lithographing Com- pany, Rochester, N. Y., fruit platesj Benjamin Chase, Derry, N. H., wooden labels; Greening Bros., Monroe, Mich., photographs; Stecher Lithographic Com- pany, Rochester, N. Y., fruit plates; E.W. Kirkpatrick, McKinney, Tex., plums and peaches; Joseph HeinI, Jacksonville, 111., junipers and roses; J. H. McFarland Company, Harrisburg, Pa., photographs; McMillan Company, New York, horti- cultural books; Jackson & Perkins Com- pany, Newark, N. Y., tree counter regis- ters. Retail Nurserymen's Protective Association. The usual yearly meeting of the Ameri- can Retail Nurserymen's Association was held at Milwaukee, June 12. The princi- pal business was the election of officers, as follows: President, C. J Brown, Rochester, N. Y.; vice-president, F. H. Stannard, Ottawa, Kans.; secretary and treasurer, L. R. Bryant, Princeton, lU. Mutual Protective Association. The Nurserymen's Mutual Protective Association is one of those harmonious bodies which meet, listen to the reports of a prosperous year, re- elect officers and adjourn. The meeting at the Piankin- ton House, Milwaukee, June 11, took less than half an hour. The officers are: President, N. H. Albaugh, Phoneton, O.; vice-president, Wm. C. Barry, Rochester; secretary and treasurer, Geo. C. Seager, Rochester; executive committee, E. Albert- son, Bridgeport, Ind.; Irving Rouse, Rochester; F. H. Stannard, Ottawa, Kans. Nurserymen's Protective Association. The American Nurserymen's Protective Association has seldom had a larger or more interesting session than that at Milwaukee, June 12. A good majority of the ninety-five members were present. Seven new members were elected. The society deals with credits and allied sub- jects and its condition is so satisfactory that there was no disposition to alter the control. The officers arc: President, Wm. Pitkin, Rochester; vice-president, \. L. Brooke, North Topeka, Kans.; secre- tary, T. B. Meehan, Germantown, Pa.; treasurer, Peter Youngers, Geneva, Neb.; executive committee, Wm. Pitkin, Roch- ester; J. H. Dayton, Painesville, O.; C. J. Brown, Rochester. igo2. The American Florist. 761 LITHOGRAPH ing PRINTING ENGRAVING AND BINDING CATALOGUE J^ FREE ON ^ APPLICATION CATALOGUE WORK A SPECIALTY =M^=^^ FRUIT AND FLOWER PLATES IN COLORS OVER Three Thousand Varieties and more than Two-and-a-Half Million Plates Con- stantly carried in stock. We have a largfer variety and a larger stock of Colored Plates than any other concern in the World, made in Lithograph, Litho-Process, Photo- Process, Photograph and Hand Painted. N. B. — We carry in stock all forms and blanks necessary to successfully conduct the Nursery business. VREDENBURG & CO. ROCHESTER, N. Y. . Park Architects and Dealers win find whatever they want in the Holland Nurseries, DeBilt near Utrecht SPECIALTIES ARE: Conifers. Evergreens, Hardy Shrubs, Lilacs, Ornamental Trees, Fruit Trees in different forms. Azaleas, Rhododendron Ponticum and Hybriduffl. Please send list of your wants and write for general catalogue. We will make you special offers. Write to GROENEWEGEN & ZOON, De Bllti near Utrecht. Holland. Shasta Daisy THE LATEST FLORAL WONDER. Plants 25c each; $2 50 per doz.; $J5.00 per JOO; $100.00 per 1000. 25 at 100 rate. 500 at J,000 rate, too seeds, 50 cents. CALIFORNIA CARNATION GO. LOOMIS. OAL. B.W. DIRKEN, Oudanbosch, Holland. ORNAMENTAL AND FOREST TREES A SPECIALTY. Conifers, Evergreens, Hollies, Etc S ^ J^ Prices on Application. Import Freight Agents Delaware, Lackawanna & Western Railroad Co. at New York, N. Y. IBiTfTEfSlGrV , EJOON^OIWI'X'. r>I{SF»A.XO^. F. B. VANQEGRIFT & COo, Publishers of Vandegrift's United States Tariff. Customs Brokers and Forwarders. Foreign Express, Export and Insurance Brokers. MFU/ VADI^ OHice, 66 Beaver Street IlLW lUHR iviephone, 928 Broad. A. B. C. Code Used Cable Address, Vangrift. CHICAGO Office, 315 Dearborn SL Phone, Harrison 840. PANSIES New Giant Mme. Perret, the prize strains exhibited at the Pttn-Aniencan Exposition, true stock, trade packet, 5uc; $5.00 per ounce. Our choicest minture of ihe bt-st strain procurable, 50c trade packet; ^e-ounce, $i 00; ounce, $7.00. Walter Motf Seed & Bulb Co. JAMESTOWN, N. Y. P. LOEF AZ. & CO., BOSKOOP, HOLLAND, Growers of HARDY AND ORNAMENTAL NURSERY STOCK in large quantities. New York Address care P. J. VAN HEININGEN, 136 Water Street. 8^^"Send for our w holesalc pric* list. Nurseries, F. BRUNTON Manager. LAUREL HILL Importers and growers of Choice Hardy Peren- nials. Native Trees, Shrubs, Specimen Ever- greens. We grow large quautities or Iris, Paeon- ias, Tritomas, Phlox, Delphiniums; stock is per- fectly hardy, true to name. Send for Special Catalogue of New IJardy Alpin« Iris, now in the press. STOCKBRIDCE, MASS., U. S. A. Mention the American Horist when vmting to advertisers on this page. 100,000 SMILAX Strong plants from 2^"-in pots, ready for plant- ing, $1.25 per 100; $IO.CO per 10.0; $i5.0U per 50U0. Double Fringed PBtunias. If you want stock of Petunias forward us your order at once and secure a superb collection of ten novelties. "Strone; plants from 2S-inch pots, in bud and bloom, $1.23 per 100; $10.00 per 1000; 250 at lOOO rate. Cash. The W, T. Buckley Plant Go,, Springfield, III. BEGONIA 6L0IREDE LORRAINE, Begonia Light Pinl( Lorraine, For June and Later Delivery, $15.00 per lOO; $140.00 per 1000. Edwin Lonsdale, *"'"'""°°" -- Chestnut Hill. Pa. Please mention tlie Ameytcan Floi ist iclien zoiting. ROBT. CRAIG & SON Roses, Palms and Novelties in Decorative Plants, Market and 49th Sts., Philadelphia, Pa. wmmmtmmmmmmh Please mention ike American Florist when writing. 762 The American Florist. June /^, Our pasTiMEs, AnnouDcements of coming contests or other •vents of Interest to our bowling, shooting and oyoling readers are solicited and will be given place in this colnmn. Address all correspondence for this department to Wm. J. Stewart, 79 Milk St., Boston, Mass.; Eobt. Kift, 1725 Chestnut St., Philadelphia, Pa.; 01 to the American Florist Co., 334 Dearborn St., Obioago, 111. At New York. William Bums and William Siebrecht were the only bowlers who turned up at the alleys last Monday afternoon. They had a nice little game all to themselves. Following is the score: Player 1st 2d 3J Av. Burns 190 165 IVJ 176 Siebrecht 166 166 172 168 At Philadelphia. At last the machinery that is to grind out the convention team has been set in motion and from now on the pins will fly in earnest. The meeting of the com- mittee that adopted rules under which this preparatory contest is to be con- ducted was about the worst in point of confusion that it has ever been our lot to attend. It resembled a Quaker meet- ing in this respect, that the spirit moved one or two of the members to speak once each, this occurring when the meeting opened, and they were hard at it when weary Chairman Westcott dropped his gavel and declared the meeting adjourned. The summary of the rules is about as follows: Four matches of three games each are to be bowled on strange alleys, the first seven men in each match to be given a point and if any are ties for last place they get a half point. At the end of the tournament the six men having the highest number of points are to com- prise the team and the next best player to go as substitute. Some rattling good games are being put up on the alleys these days. A four-handed game the other day developed 247, 211, 207, 177. Pretty fast company this. The follow- ing are the averages of all games played during May, 990 games being the total: Player Av Dunham 178 Moss 169 Kuestner 168 Kift 167 Moore 16.5 Mooney 161 Connor 163 Adelberger 161 Fletcher 160 Westcott 155 Eimermann 1^5 Archer 155 Craig 1:5 Allen 154 Plaver > v Bonsail 153 Kirk 153 Harris 152 Holmes 149 Sweet 149 Anderson 148 Hitschler 148 Gibson 143 MoElrov 133 Hoef^erle 13'i Leaver 132 Eiklneyer 130 Hanna 128 Diinlap 126 K. Cincinnati. HOT WEATHER INJDRES STOCK.— GOOD DEMAND FOE THE SUPEBIOR GRADES — GROWER SUFFERS FROM HAIL. — HERE AND THERE. Stock is beginning to show the effects of warm weather and about three-(|uar- ters of that received is second grade. Good material is selling well at fair prices, but it is a hard matter to move the poor stock at any price. The market is glutted with Lilium candidum and it looks as though every market woman coming in adds a few hundred to the already glutted stands. The demand Is for white roses and this is about the only article that seems scarce. Sweet peas are coming in 'more freely, in fact there is about as many again as can be sold, quite a change from last week. '^••K w^-'^ — ^*~H4^^6 A TRADE PICNIC PARTY AT WESTERN SPRINGS, ILL. Carnations are holding up vyonderfnlly well both in quality and quantity. Bridesmaid roses, too, are good in size and color for this time of the year. Graduation exercises are about over and any week now we can look for the sum- mer dullness to set in. C. H. Roney, manager of the Lakeview Rose Gardens, Jamestown, N. Y., was in town the past week sizing up the market. Undoubtedly Mr. Roney thinks this Is a good market, judging from the amount of flowers he shipped in during the past few days. Theo. Bock, of Hamilton, was in town Tuesday looking for different kinds of stock and judging from his smiling countenance he must have got what he was after. Gns. Hoflmeister reports this season's business as a record breaker. He con- templates erecting a house of good size this summer for smilax and asparagus. Wm. Sunderbruch now has charge of the Clilton Rosehouses and is sending in a nice lot of La France roses. Frank Benson, of Newport, Ky., loit about 250 panes of glass by the hail last Saturday. D. Ellis, Mass. — Peter Fisher has lately been on the sick list. Dayton, O. — On the evening of Tune 2 W. G. Matthews and a companion were thrown from their buggy by the force of a collision with another vehicle. Mr. Matthews was rendered unconscious by the fall but no serious results followed. For Winter Flowering. Fine healthy stock from selected cutt.Des: Perles Itrides, Maids, Kaiserins, Wootton, Bon Silene, Mme. Hoste. M'lteor, Safrano, Papa Gontier, Golden Gate, 3-inoh pots, 87 00 per KO; 4- inch pots. $10.00 per 100. American Beautv. Sunrise, Liberty, 3-iDch pots, $9.00 per 100; 4-inch pots. $12.00 per 100. GRAFTED ROSES. Kaiserin. Golden Uatf, S's-inch pots, $1& 00 per 100. J* L. Dillon, Bloomsburg, Pa. Roses Lilium tiarrisii Indispensable for Early Forcing;. Our own growers pack all our Bermuda Bulbs and personally grow half our supply. Careful attention to the growing crop, weed- ing out diseased plants, proper grading of the bulbs when dug, business-like packing and handling, all go to make success with Harrisii. We invite your orders under these conditions. Our bulbs will pay you. Write for Prices before closing any forcing stock orders. VAIOHAN'S SEED STORE I 4 Barclay Straet, New York. 84-86 Randolph SI., Chicago. igo2. The American Florist. 763 ANNIAL CLEARANCE SALE To close out surplus stock we will offer the following goods at greatly reduced prices until sold. Orders filled in rotation. Order quick to Insure tliese prices. Cash with order. Sphagnum Moss Wheat Sheaves CleaQ and tresh. 5 bales, $4.00; 10 bales, $7.00: 25 bales, S16.50. Per dozen, A. «t.40; B, $2 25; C, $3.25; D, $1.60; E, $5.E0; F, $7.00; G, $9.00. DIhhnnC ^^st florists satin, all colors, per bolt, No. 5, 45c; No. 9, 70o; HIUUUIIS No. 12, 95o; No. 16, $1.10; No. 23, $1.20. Pl/rAC I 011VOC Bpst imported stock. 24 to 48 inches, assorted, per IfjrtaS Leaves dozen, 12.00; per 100, $15.00. 5 to 6 feet long, per 1000, M.50; 10,000, $10,00. i.CO and $25.00, 10 per cent Cane Stakes Racl/Atc AH kinds in assortments, $5.00, uaoHvio Itjss than regular prices. Tin Fnll Either 5 or 7-inoh. 5 pounds, 45o; 10 pounds, 80o; 25 pounds, ■ IIIIUII $i.9o; 100 pounds, $7.50. nilllC railipaa riUIIICa colored. Assorted colors, per 100, $5 00 NO QUANTITY LESS THAN THOSE NAMED AT PRICES QUOTED. Remember we are HEADQUARTERS on all CUT FLOWERS. McKellar &Winterson Co 45-47-49 Wabash Ave., Chicago. ROSE PLANTS Well Established. Per 100 Per ICOO AM. BEAUTY, 3-in. pots....$8.00 $75.00 AM. BEAUTY, 2K-in. pots.. 6.00 50.00 LIBERTY, 2%-in. pots 12.00 100.00 BRIDE, 2V2-in. pots 3 00 25 00 MAID, 2V2-io. pots 3.00 25.00 PERLE, 21/2 in. pots 3 00 25.00 METEOR, 21/2-in. pots 3 00 25.00 GOLDEN GATE, 2V2 in. pots 3 00 25.00 All plants sold under express condition tbat if not satisfactory when received tliey are to be returned immediately, when money will be refunded. PETER REINBERG, 61 Wabath Avonue, CHICAGO. IHease mention the American Florist when writing. Florists' Calendar FOR JUNE. 100 1000 ASPARAGUS PLU. NANUS, selling out. . $ .75 $6.50 CINERARIA HYBRIDA max. grandi., pkt, 600 seeds, 25c; 5 pkt8..$l 00. CINERARIA HYBRIDA nana, dwarf grandi., pkt. 500 seeds, 2.tc 5 okts., $1.(0. CALCEOLARIA HYBRIDA grandi.. max. or nana, dwarf grand!., either pe.t., 500 seeds, 2oc; 5 pkts. $1 10. CALCEOLARIA. SHRUBBY. RUGOSA. pkt. 25c. FERN SPORES, tlnest sorts mised, pkt. 250. PRIMULA SINENSIS FIIVIBRIATA, the finest ENGLISH STRAINS in pure while, Chiswick red Kerme- siBa rose, blood red, Cterulea True Blue, each ItO seeds. 25o: in 1000 lots, $1.75. All colors mixed. 100 sfeds. SOc; lOOO seeds. $1.50. fresh panoanus utilis seed, 10j,$1; loco, j8 50. !;Emi> for our NEW LIST all Summer and Fall Forcing Bulbs. Save 10 per cent and get good stock. AddrM. H. H. BERGER & CO., Established 1878. 47 Barclay St., NEW YORK CITY. Clearing Sale of Rose Plants We have on hand the following Rose Plants that we must dispose of immediately as we are obliged to have the room. They were grown for our own use but we have con- cluded to grow only grafted stock, therefore this stock is for sale. We fully guarantee the plants to be in first-class condition in every respect, and to get rid of them we will sell at the following low prices: 7,000 MAIDS in 3 inch pots at $30.00 per 1000 4,000 MAIDS in 2-ineh pots at 20 00 '< 3 500 MAIDS in 4-inch pots at 40 00 <■ 2,000 GOLDEN GATES in 4-inch pots at 40.00 « 1,000 GOLDEN GATES in 3-inch pots at 30.00 « 1,000 QOLDEN GATES in 2-inch pots at 20.00 <• 1,B00 METEORS in 4-Inch pots at 40.00 <■ 250 AT 1000 RATES. This stock is as good as can be grown and guaranteed to be so. Bassett & Washburn, 76 WABASH AVENUE, CHI CI A GO GREENHOUSES, HINSDALE, ILL. V^ I llX^f^l^^X^a Orchids! ^ Arrived in fine condition: Cattleya labiata, C. Skinneri, C. DowiaDa, Oocidium varicosum Rogersii and Perisleria elaia; also a fine lot of ATiihuriura Scherzerianum. Write for our illustrated, descriptive catalas;ue of orchids. Special list of freshly imported unestabliahed Orchids, just ready. Write for a copy. LAGER & HURRELL, summit, n. j. Orchid Orowera and Importers. Please tnentz'on the American Florist when wriitne- BEGONIfl GLOIRE DE LORRAINE, 2X-lncli pots, $15.00 per 100. Write for prices on large lots. Stock guaranteed absolutely free from disease. THOMAS ROLAND, Nahant, Mass. Please mention ike American Florist when writing. Roses! Roses! strong Select 3-Inch Plants— Some very fine 3-in. Meteors at $d 10 per luo; 3-in. Perles $8.00, Golden Gate 85 und American Beauties, $10.00 per lOO. Elegant stock to plant now. Also a fine lot of 2y-in. Brides and Golden Gates at $30 per ICOO. W. H. GULLETT & SONS. LINCOLN, ILL. Liberty Roses 1,500 2s3i2-in. pots, ready to send out. wr»e GEO. A. KUHL, Pekin, III. ONION SETS-NO MORE OF THEM. Sow my Hardy White Onion. SEND FOR CIRCULAR. BEAULIEU. the Pansy Man* WOODHAVEN. N. Y. 764 The American Florist. Jzine 14, Washiogton. MANY FINB FUNERAL PIECES CALLED FOR AS TEIBUTES TO LOHD PAUN'CBFOTE. — ORCHIDS AND BEAUTIES. — MBMORIALBAY BROUGHT MUCH BUSINESS. The obsequies for Lord Pauncefote called for some very fine funeral work, a feature of which was the number of orchids used. Either these or American Beauty roses were a part of a large pro- portion of the designs and of nearly all the best pieces. J. H. Small & Sons thatched the vault at Rock Creek Ceme- tery with deutzias, white paeonias and longiflorum lilies. They also made the greater number of the designs, having orders from the diplomatic corps, Secre- tary Hay, Secretary Hitchcock, General and Mrs. Miles, Hon. Levi P. Morton, Mrf, James G. Blaine, Mrs. Cornelius Vanderbilt and others. A. Gude & Brother made a very large wreath of American Beauty roses and lily of the valley which was the tribute of King Edward to his departed representative. They also made a fine wreath for the members of the British Embassy. Memorial day brought a great demand for cut flowers and greens of all descrip- tions, especially such outdoor flowers as paeonias, deutzias, philadelphus and even the common field daisy. The cool ■weather, approaching frost, made the better class of flowers rather scarce. There was a large demand for small flat baskets filled with cut flowers. P. G. Grandville, Mich. The Stover Floral Company reports that last Decoration day was the busiest one with them for many years. The call for stock for cemetery planting was par ticnlarly large. The weather here recently has been exceedingly rainy, there being a heavy shower almost every day. Crabb & Hunter have abandoned their usual carnation ground on account of the ■water, leasing another location west of Grand Rapids. This has delayed plant- ing with them somewhat. ^^k^^^^^^^^^^t^V^ Cabson, Ia.— James McSweeney, who is a grower of garden and field seeds and berry plants, is this season adding two new greenhouses to his establishment. YOUNG ROSE Stock Cuttings from Grafted Plants. 3 inch Maids, Brides and Meteors, $3.(0 per 100; Jtf.OOper icon. 3K-iDcli Maids, Brides and Meteors, $6.00 per 100; $05.00 per 1000. flDlflNTUM GUNEflTUM. 2J4-lnch pots, $2.75 per 100; $32.50 per 1000. Cash with order. Seod for sample. The F. R. Williams Co. CLEVELAND, OHIO. FOR SALE. 1800 Myrtle Plants From 2V4-inch pots, extra bettvy stock, at $3.00 per 100; $26.00 per lOUO. Rooted Cuttings from Iluis, $1.50 p**r lOO; 2V4-lDch eize. Planted out now will make nice stock for Winter Trade. Unknown parties cush with the order, Clias. Sciiweigert, Niles Center, III. f^au mention the A merica n Florist when writing. Gannas, Roses, Palms, Etc. GANNAS. Strong, 3- in. pot plants, un- less noted at %k 10 per 100. Florence Vaughan, Italia, Queen Charlotte, Pres. Cleveland, J. D. Cabos, Sophia Uuchner, Egundale. Burbank, Dul;e or Marlborough , Alsace, Robert Christie. Martha Washington, at 16.00 per 100. QHQPQ A general assortment of Ever- llUvCvi blooming varieties, strong, 2-inoh and 2i4-inch pots, $2.50 per lOU; $20.00 per 1000. f^CDIIIIIIIIC S' ^- 1'""' ^i'"^' B"- IICnHlllUniai ney, Richelieu. La FavoritH, John Doyle, Mme. Charles Molin and Beaute Poitevine, $30.00 per lOOD. Per lOO Marquis de Castellane $6.00 Set or 4 New Gruants for 60c. Set of 8 New Doubles for $1.50. In good asscrtraent. our choice of vari- eties, $27.£0 per 1000. Per 100 PRIMULA FORBESI $3.00 HELIOTROPES 2.00 SELAGINELLA Emmeliana 2.00 FUCHSIAS, in good assortment of varie- ties, 3^-in. pots 2.50 BEGOMAS— Vernon and Vuloan 2.50 LANTANAS in variety 250 Areca Lutescens, 2i4-in. pots, $30.00 per ICOO 4.00 Areca Lutescens, 3-in. pots 8.00 Areca Lutescens, 4-in. pots., 3 plants in a pot. .20.00 Kentia Belmoreana, 2^-in. pots 7 00 Kentia Belmoreana, 3-in. pots 15.00 Latania Borbonica, 2^-in. pots 3.00 Latania Borbonica, 3.in. pot, $40 per 1000 5.00 Pandanus Utilis, 2i4-in. pots 5.00 Pandanus U tills, 4-in. pots 15.00 Pandanus Veitchii,4-in. pots, $6.00 perdoz. ilStorrs& Harrison Co. PAINESVILLE, OHIO. #^^^^>^^^^^^^#^^^^^^^ KVIOLETS Extra Eood plants from cold house, pqunl to 2V^ and 3-inch pot plants, sand cuttings, $3 per ICO. EMIL GLAUBER. Montclair, Colo. "How to Make Money GROWING VIOLETS" by George Salttord, 30 years' practical experience. Pbice. 25 and 50 cents, postpaid— Money order preferred. yiQLET CULTURE CO.. 61 QuIncy Street, BROOKLYN, N. Y. ..Violet Plants.. Ready for immediate shipment. Imperial $3 75 per 1 (10 $25^00 per 1000 ■Swanley White 2.75 per 100 25 UO per 1000 M. Louise 2.75 per 100 25.00 per KiflO Lady Campbell 2.50 per 100 22.50 per 1000 Crabb & Hunter, Grand Rapids. Mich. IMPERIAL VIOLETS fio'O Superb Plants now in soil, ready for immedi- ate shipment, from nlants of 1902; selections that have uvi-raged 110 flowers per plant the past sea- sou. $20 00 p r ICOO; $250 per 100. This is thi- Best Violet Grown, tin- largest, the darl25.00 MARIE LOUISE " 2.75 25.00 FARQUHAR " 2 75 25.00 SWANLEY WHITE " 2.75 25.00 CAMPBELL " 2.50 22.50 GRAND RAPIDS VIOLET CO. GRAND RAPIDS, MICHICAN. GERANIUMS IN BLOOM. Fine stoi-.ky plants, 4-inoh, $6.00 and $.m.0O per 100; 3 ini-h. $5 per 100. SALVIA, in bloom, IVt and 3-inch. $4.00 per 100. COLEUS, 2 in., $2 per 103; 3-luch. $3 per 100. ALTERN ANTHERA, 2V4-inch. V. 50 per 100. ASPARAGUS SPRENCERI,4-in..ll2.50 per 100. ROSE PLANTS, Hrides, Bridesmaids, Meteors and (jolden liates. 2V4 and 3-inch, $3 BO per 100. 4-inch Kai.v'Tin, $10.00 per 100. Cash or C. O. D. W.J.&M.S.Vesey,Ft.Wayne,lnd. Cannas Stronn plants in 4-lnoh tiot8 ftt $6 per 100 of thti roUowliii.; vurietU's; Cntcano, Allemania, AlpLniibc ItoiivuT, Cornple Bouchard, J. G. Eiflelr ami Hii.sscifs Red. H. /v. HOFFMAN, ELMIRA, N, Ym igo2. The American Florist. 765 Special THIS WEEK. Per iro. !6.0i) 6.C0 5,00 S.OO 3.00 2.60 2.5D 200 2.00 3.00 2. CO 2.C0 GERANIUMS, Jean Viaud, 4-inch " S. A. Nutt. 4- inch " Queen of the West, 4-in " Double Gen Grant, 4-in " In variety. 3- in DOUBLE FRINGED PETUNIAS, finest strains, 4-iD., 16.00: 21. in VINCA VARIEGATA. 3 yrs. old, extra heavy, 4-iD., $8 00; strong plants, 3-in COLEUS, assoried colors, sirong plants, 2H-in. SWEET ALYSSUM Giant double, 2H-in ACHYRANTHES. red and yellow. 2i.s-in HELIOTROPE, coming into bloom, 3-in SOLANUM, white, strong, 3-in CHRYSANTHEMUMS. From 2W-in. pots, Major BonnafFon, Ivory, Jerome Jones, Maud Dean, J3.50 per 100; Col. D. Appleton, Geo. W. Childs. Lady • nglesey. Pacific, $3 per 100; Chadwick, Timothy Eaton, |5 per lOO. B. FRANK BARR, LANCASTER, PA. Please mention ike A tnerican Florist when writing. ROOTED CUTTINGS Estelle, $5.00; Lawson, $4.00; Marquis and Elm City, $2.00; Crocker and Lord, $1.00 per 100. Other varieties on application. DANA B. HEBRON, OLEAN, N. Y. Please ifeniion the American Florist when writing. VEGETABLE Plants. Cabbage, Danish Ballhead, grown from own imported seed from my brother in Denmark. $1.25 per 100. Also Wakefield and Early Summer. Celery, White Plume, and Celeriac. trans- planted, very strong nlants. $3.50 oer 1000; sam- ple, 5c. LUDWIC MOSBAEK, 8B00 Anthony Ave., near So. Chicago Ave., Chicago. Please mention the A merican Florist when writing. FUMIGATION METHODS By PROF. W. G. JOHNSON Formerly State Entomologist of Maryland A Practical Treatise and timely work on cheap and effective means uf destroying insect pests and other vermin in various places. This work is the outcoiue of practical tests made by the author, to- gether with the experiences of others, and is one of the most important books published this season and is much needed at this time. It will be of particular iuterest to FRUIT GROTVERS AND NTTRSERT3IEN owing to the widespread prevalence of thenutoriuns San Jose scale. Hydrocyanic acid gas is the only practical remedy forihe destruction of this pest and IS being used more extensively than ever before by nurserymen and fruit urowers. The perfection of the apparatus for fumigating young orchard trees is outlined in this work. The methods can he easily applied in orchards and nurseries for many danger- ous pestsatvery small cost. The writer is consid- ered the best authority onthissubjectin this country and has left nothing undone to make this the most complete work of the kind ever published. GARDENERS AND FLORISTS have found that vegetables and flowers cannot be grown under glass without frequent fumigation for the destruction of Insect pests. Hydrocyanic acid gas has solved this problem. The methods of ])ro- cedure are fully described and every detail is given for generating and applying the gas. MILLERS AND GRAIN DEALERS bave been looking forward to the publication of this work, as hydrocyanic acid gas has been found one of the most important materials for clearing mills and warehouses of insects. The subject of carbon bi- sulphide for fumicating mills and elevators con- taining grain in storage is also thoroughly consid- ered. To this trade the work is indispensable and transportation companies have found it of great value fc.r the fumigation of cars, ships and other Inclosures Infested with vermin. FARMERS OF THE COUNTRY have here fully described a simple, easy remedy for Sophers, prairie dogs, squirrels and other animals i the ground, and rats and mice in any inclosure. COLLEGE AND STATION WORKERS will find it an up-to-date reference work on this sub- ject. It Is complete in every respect and Is the only work of the kind ever published. It is written in a Eopular non-technical style, profusely illustrated, andsomely bound, covering 250 pages, price, post- paid, 31.00. AMERICAN FLORIST CO. 934 DcMboro St. CHICAaO, ILL. ^■^tJfA 14 BARCLAY STREET, NEW YORK. VAUGHAN'S SEED STORE, Unquestionably the best mixture of Chi- nese Primroses. It contains the largest variety of the best selling colors. Flowers large, beautifully fringed, borne in large clusters well above the rich green leaves. Pkt., (250 seeds), SOc; 5 pkt., (1250 s.), |2 00. CHINESE PRIMUUI, Chiswick red; Alba Magni- fica, wbite; blue, pink, striped. Each, per pkt. of 260 seeds, 50o; 1000 seeds, $1.75. DOUBLE CHINESE PRIMULA, wbite, pink, red or mixed, per pkt., 50c. CINERARIA VAUGHAN'S COLUMBIAN MIXTURE. A mi.xture of the best Enelisb and German strains, unsurpassed. Pkt. (1000 seeds) 50c; 3pkts., $1.35. CALCEOLARIA HYBKIDA, choicest mixture, pkt. SOc. 10 PER CENT discount on flower seed orders amounting to $3.00 and over for CASH WITH ORDER. OTHER SEASONABLE SEEDS Such as Cyclamen, Pansles, Perennials. Send for our midsummer list of bulbs, etc. Sent free to florists on request. 8t & 86 RANDOLPH ST., CHICAGO. Philadelphia Palms. JOSEPH HEACOCK, WYNCOTE, pa. Offers the following : ARECA LUTESCENS: 6-inch pot, 3 plants, 20 to 22 inches high 75c each; $75.00 per 100 6-inch pot, 3 plants, 24 to 26 inches high $1.00 each; $100.00 per 100 8-inch pot, 3 plants, 30 to 36 inches high $3.00 each 10-lnch pot, 3 plants, 42 to 45 inches high $5.00 each KENTIA BELMOREANA: 6-inch pot, 6 leaves, 24 inches high $1.25 each; $15.00 per doz. 6-inch pot, 6 to 7 leaves, 26 to 28 inches high 1.50 each; 18.00 per doz. 8-inch pot, 6 to 7 leaves, 30 to 32 inches high 3.00 each; 36.00 per doz. 8-inch pot, 6 to 7 leaves, 36 to 40 inches high 4.00 each. HOME GROWN. CLEAN AND HEALTHY. Wittboldii Ferns.... A rare chance to get stock of this fine fern cheap. 2>^-in. |5, 3-in. $8, 5-in. |20 per 100. Bench plants, good for 2}^-in. $3, 3-in. f5, 4-in. $6, 6-in. $25 a 100. CASH PLEASE. >■ J. BHDWIH, Newark, 0. ASPARAGUS. Per 100 Sprengeri, 2-in. pots $2.00 Plumosus, 2-in. pots, ready June 15.... 3.50 Smilax, 2.in pots 1-50 Geraniums, to close out, mixed 2.00 PRIMROSES, CHINESE, OBCONICA and FORBESI, ready July 1st 2.00 CASH OR C. O. D. JOS. H.CUNNINGHAM, Delaware, 0. GERANIUMS. 1 have 500 each of Jean Viaud and Mrs. E. G. Hill, strong plants from 4-inch pots in full bloom at $6.00 per 100. Also a few in 3-inch pots at $4.00 per 100; or will exchange for Ricard, S. A. Nutt, Poitevine and La Favorite. W.W.COLES, Kokomo, Ind. Carnation Floriana. We believe this to be the best pink carnation Introduced to date, was disseminated in the spring of 1901 by originators, Messrs. Fillow & Banks. Price, $6 per 100; $50 per 1000. BO at 100 rate, 500 at lUOO rate. Less than 50, 8c each. Dailledouze Bros., fhVru!;°"s"p^c'.a%^ FLATBUSH. BROOKLYN. N. Y. Mention the American Florist when wnting to advertisers on this page, rt 766 The American Florist. June /^, Des Moines^ la. SPBING BUSINESS UP TO BEST PREVIOUS RECORDS.— SHORTAGE OF STOCK FOR MEMORIAL PURPOSES —LARGE SHIPPING DEMAND — NOTES. I do not know that I can say anything new by the way of trade notes in this part. Onr spring bnsinesshas been good. Memorial day was as good as last year, bnt our people have been holding the memorial services in the Auditorium instead of at the cemeterj', as In past years. This, I think, has dampened the enthusiasm over decorating the soldiers' graves in this place. Our shipping bu»i- ness was much better than in otber sea- sons and the demand for blooming plants was good. There was a scarcity ot flow- ers. Carnations were not first-class and the local supply of roses was not nearly sufficient. We were unable to buy any that were fit to sell. Chas. McAnifl, rose grower for W. L. Morris, is setting up cigarsover a twelve pound girl that arrived in his home June 8. We had a little hail here last week, but no damage was reported. The weather is fine and all outdoor stock is doing well. W. L. Morris is building a new rose house 48x200 feet. M. Hartford, Conn. GOOD MEMORIAL DAY TRADE. — CHEAP FLOWERS MOSTLY IN DEMAND. — OUT- DOOR STOCK SCARCE FOR THE HOLIDAY. Memorial day trade was far ahead of that in any previous year, most call being lor cheap flowers, and this was the hardest kind to get, as scarcely any hardy stock was in bloom. Prices ranged about the same as last year with the exception of carnations, which brought a little higher price; they sold for 50 and 75 cents a dozen and were most in demand Green- house roses brought $1 and $1.25 a dozen and were fairly good in quality; outdoor roses were not in abundance; dentzia was in full bloom and was used principally in making baskets, bouquets, etc. There was not much call for Easter lilies, a few being sold at $2 a dozen. Pjeonias were much called for but few could be had, as it was a few days too early lor them. J. J. Maroa, III.— Eliza A. Cooper is leav- ing for a trip through Europe, expecting to return about September 1. 10,000 Roses Meteors, Brides, Ifaids, Kaiserins, Beauties, Liberties, Gnlden Gate, La France, Belle Siebreoht. Write. GEO. A. KUHL. PEKIN, ILL. Carnations, Geraniums Cannas, Etc. Prices quoted upon application. The Cottage Gardens, Queens, L. I. Please mention the American Florist 7uhen writinf;. Hronze or green, 7Bc per 1000, in 2 01) lots or over; single 1001, 81.00. Porn, Fancy, $2.50 per inO(i; Fern, Dagger, $1 50 per 1000. Leuootbte Sprays, bronze and green, assorted sizes, tl per 100. Green sheet moss. t2.60 per bbl. bag. L. J. KRESHOVER. 110-112 W. 27lh Streel, NEW YORK CITY. Telephone call. 597 Madison Square. HARRY A. BUNVARD, Msr. GALAX TO CLOSE OUT CHEAP Spring Stock. 10,000 Coleus. difi'erent varieties. 3,000 Alternantheras, red and yellow. 2,000 Large Geraniums, different varieties. 200 Ctbseas, from i5 to 20 feet long. I 000 Salvias. I 000 Fringed Petunias 1,000 Ageratum. 1,000 San'olina. C. AMMANN, I20th St. and 7lh Ave., NEW YORK CITY. NOW IS THE TIME TO Plant Dahlias For September blooming, when first-class blooms bring $1.50 to $10 OO per 100. \Ye carry complete atocii. Send for uo-to-date catalogue and special list of cut flower Dahlias. W. P. RBACOCK, ATOO, N. J. Chrysanthemums... LEADING VARIETIES, 2i»-in. pots, J3.C0 per 100. Ready for bench. DflCCC BRIDES, MAIDS, GOLDEN If U O C w . GATES, 2U-inch, $2.50 per H 0. MAIDS, 4-inch, $Dper 100. 200 BEAUTIES, 4-inch, $8.00 per 100. D. O PAATT, ANOKA. MINN. THE COMING FERN IS MY NEW NEPHROLEPIS "ANNA FOSTER" DELIVERY IN SEPTEMBER. Orders booked now at $25 per 100 tor small plants. Larger plants, prices on application. L. H. FOSTER, 45 King St., Dorchester, Mass. Nasturtiums. mostly Empress of India and other fine sorts, from 4-iiich pots; bushy, beautifully in bloom, only $4.00 per loO. SMITH'S HYBRID MOONVINES, 2!4-iuch pots. %'■> per ICO. Cash with order please. GODFREY ASCHMANIM, (RlsingSun.) 1012 Ontario St., PHILADELPHIA, PA. 3 and 4-incli. CANNAS HENDERSON, I CLEVELAND, V $4.00 per hundred. CROZY, etc., ) MOONVINE, 4-inch, slaked, $6.00 per hundred. JAMES FROST. Lake County. CREENVILLE, OHIO. CARNATIONS Til© JSest Orders booked now for fall delivery. SENl> KOR PRICKS. Rotted cuttings and young plants all out. GEO. HANCOCK A. SON. GRAND H*VEN, MICH. S. S. SKIDELSKY, 708 N. 16th Street, PHILADELPHIA, PA. CORRESPONDENCE SOLICITED. Qaqaa Kroaj5-in. pots at Oc. fine clean plants; HUdCds ciothilde Soupert, Gen. Jacqueminot, Coquette des tilanrbng. La t* ranee. MaliuaisoD, etc. Lart;e-Ilowered CLEMATIS— The finest purple, white, lavender and red sorts: 2-year from B-inch pots. 18o; One I-year, atOc. Clemutls Panloulata 2-yeHr from B-inch pots, lOo; extra from 6-inch pots 18c. AMPELOPSIS VEITCHII— From 4-inoh pots, 8c; froQi 3 inch pots, 5o. Packing free for «»"'• w. H. SALTER, RoohMter, N. Y. NOW COMPLETE IN FOUR VOLUMES. Cyclopedia of American Horticulture Comprising suegestions for cultivation of horticultural plants, descriptions of the apecips of fruits, vegetables, flowers, and ornamental plants sold in the United States and Canada, together with geographical and biographical sketches By L. H. BAILEY, Projessor o/ Horticulture in Cornell University, Aisisted by WILHELM MILLER, Ph. D., Associate Edilor, and many expert Cultivators and Botanisti. IN FOUR VOLUMES, Cloth, $20. naif Morocco, $32. Illustrated with 2800 original engravings. Cash with order. AMERICAN flORIST COMPANY, 324 Dearborn St., Chicago. ASTER Plants Setnple's Branching and Queen of the Market, In white, pink, blue and red. fine plants, grown from the finest seed saved by mvself, at $3.50 per 1000; lOu per 10'. J C. SCHMIDT. BRISTOL. PA. SPECIALTIES In Best Varieties ROSES, from 8-inch pots. CARNATIONS, for all delivery, CHRYSANTHEMUMS. SMILAX, VIOLETS. Prices Low. Send for List. WOOD BROTHERS, Fishkill, N. Y. FAXON'S To"J^I;. PANSIES. The best mixture in cultivation, flowers very large, thick and velvety; of superb colors ana markings. The perfection of form and texture. In Trade Packets at $1.00 each. M. B. FAXON, Lock Box 1528. BOSTON, MASS. CorrcBpondence eolicitcd. GERANIUMS standard varieties, 3>^-inch pots, f6.00 per ICO; |50 00 per 1000. CANNAS— Stand ird varieties, 4 inch pots, $6.00 per 100; $50.00 per 1000. EUGENE LEV»IS, Elmlra. M. Y. American riorlst Advts. igo2. The American Florist. 767 Ghrysanthemum... TIMOTHY EATON, well-rooted cuttings, $2.25 per ItiO. Sample "-j for 50 cts.. express prepaid: Plants. $3.uu |.er 100, express not prepaid. All healthy and strong. Aster Plants. Queen of the Market, white, red, pink and mived. Florists' Upright Branchins, outer petals re- curved, center petals incurved, superb cut flower, f)ure white, daybreak pink, fiery suarlet and avender. Late Branching or Sample's, white, rose pink, lavender, red and mixed. All the above are the best money makers for florists, strong, healthy plants, assorted tj suit, 60c per 100, $4.00 per 1000. Express prepaid for cash with order. DES MOINES PLANT CO., 38th St., Des Moines, Iowa. NEW CARNATIONS. Cressbrook and Fair Maid, strong, from soil, $1.50 per doz.; $10.00 per 100; $75.00 per 1000. CHRYSANTHEMUMS Fine Btrone plants Trora 2^-inch pots, leady now. Our selection, all good standard sorts, $2J.C0 per 1000. We have many other varieties than herd listed. Send for complete list. Price per 100; E. Halliday J4.00 Major Bonnaffon... 3.00 Philadelphia 5.00 Pennsylvania 5.00 Modesto 3.00 Sagoya 3 00 M. de Montmort.. .. 3.C0 Glory of the Paoiflo 3.00 Lady Harriett 6.00 Maud Dean 4.00 Xeno 3.00 Geo. W. Childs 4.00 Intensity 4.00 T.Eaton $4.00 Nellie Pockett 8.00 Lady Roberts 8.0O Mrs. E. L>. Smith... 6.(0 Golden Beauty 8.00 Mrs. Chamberlain . 8.U0 Mme. F. Bergmann 3.00 Willowbrook S.CO Merry Monarch 3 00 Polly Eose 3.00 G. S Kalb 3.00 Ivory 3.00 Mrs. J Jones 3.00 H. A. Parr 3.00 H. WEBER & SONS, Oakland, Md. 'MUMS, 5,000 plants, strong, from 2-inch pots at 2c— Chadwick, Robinson, Yanoraa. Silver Wedding, Lady Fitzwygram, Golden Wedding. Appleton, 3c; Eaton, 3c. 500 Brides from 4-inch pots, 6c. 500 Mails from 4-inch pots, 6c. 300 Brides from 3-inch pots, 4c. 500 Maids from 3-inch pots, 4c. JOY & SON CO., Nashville. Tenn. Flease mention the American Florist when writing. Mums standard Varieties White Yellow Pink Fitzwygram Maj Bonnaffon Glory of Paciflo White Ivory Rieman Pink Ivory Mayflower Yellow Mayflower Viviand-Morel Mrs. Jerome Jones— rooted cuttings, $1.50 per lOO. From 2!4-incli pots, $2.50 per 100. Monrovia, earliest yelloWi Rooted Cuttings, $3.50 White Bonnaffon [ per 100. Lavender Queen | From 2V4-inch pots. Col. Appleton, yellow J $4 per 100. Timothy Eaton, white I Rooted Cuttings E. D. Smith, yellow [-$3 per 100. From Mrs. W. B. Chamberlain, pink \ 2M-in. pots. $4.60 6E0RBE HARRER. Morton Broye, III. 'MUM5 E. G. Hill, Maud Dean, M. Wanamaker, M. Hen- derson, Maud Adams, Yanoma Robinson. Superba, Helen Bloodgood. out of 2i4 in., pots, $2 per lUO. Will exchange for Fancy Ferns and Begonias. A.D MONTQOMBRY.HAZLETON.PA. JHease mention the A merican Florist when writing. nardyandTenderWaterLilies NELUMBIUMS, VICTORIAS. We have the most complete collec- tion of Aquatic plants in the world. It embraces all the American and French hybrids and native and foreign species. For prices see Spring Edi- tion of Dreer's Wholesale List, which is sent to the trade only. If unceriain what to plant, write us what your facilities are and we shall be pleased to assist you with practical suggestions. HENRY A. DREER 714 Chestnut St., Philadelphia. Freshly Imported ORCHIDS PATTi FYA I ARIATA '" s>'PBrl>„<^°n<'i'i,°''> P'*""*!.?!?! wen leafed, Also CATTLEYA SKINNERI, ANTHURIUM SGHERZERIANUM, to 8 bulbs to the plant, SI 00 per 100. extra fine plants, 6 to 8 bulbs S90.00 per 100. in fine and fresh condition, $75.00 per 100. Lager & Hurrell, summit, n. j. ORCHID GROWERS AND IMPORTERS. A FEW Good Things You Want. 1 still liave a full line of PALMS, FERNS. BEDDING and DECORA- TIVE STOCK, and can fill all orders at once if you are short of stock of any kind, or have late crders to fill, I have it. Order at once any bedding stock you may need. See issue of June 7tb for prices. GEO. M. EMMANS. Newton, N. J. HOHE-GBOWN, FINE, CLEAN STOCK; OBOWN COOI.. Write lor Price Litl. j. g. HEISS, The Exotic Muraeries, DAYTON, OHIO. nSnASIMO in Chrysanthemums and HBIInBIM^ Fuchsias, named varie- ■"•■■'■•■■■■'• ties, at $2 60 per 100. Ailamanda Williamsii $4 00 per 100 Acalypha Sandeni 3.* 0 per 100 Russeiia Elegantissima 3.00 per 100 Vinoa Variegata 4.00 per 100 All good 2^-inch plants. The Conard & Jones Co, WestSrove, Pa. SUflUIljflLX 2-iiich, $1.C0 per 100. 19 /\GST*S Brides and Maids, 2-inch, {2.00 .mVOXlO per 100; J18.00 per 1003. McAllister & company. Ba'am iii A good adT In a good paper will brlog good rettuna. Bay Trees 1,000 SPECIMENS, PYRAIV1I0S and STANDARDS. We are the largest importers in America BOXWOOD PYRAMIDS AND STAND- ARDS, globe and bush. 250,000 BOXWOOD EDGING. KENTIAS Belmoreana and Forsteriana, We have just received the largest shipment of Palms ever brought to U. S. Send for catalogue and special prices. We import BULBS in large quantities. Send us lists for quota- tions. When in New York City don't fail to visit our nurseries. BOBBINK & ATKINS, RUTHERFORD, N. J. Please mention the American Florist when writing. 768 The American Florist. June i^, Bradford, Pa. BOrLBR EXPLOSION CAUSES SEBIOUS LOSS. — G. L. GRAHAM THE VICTIM.— DAMAGE TO BE REPAIRED AT ONCE. A boiler at the greenhouses of G. L. Graham, on the extension of Jackson aTenue, exploded June 8 at about 9:45 o'clock, wrecking the buildings and con- tents. The loss 18 $2,000. Two boilers were used for heating the greenhouses, but because of the mild weather they had not been used for several weeks. Last Sunday evening Mr. Graham visited the greenhouses and fearing the cold might be injurious, started a fire. Just before retiring, about two hours later, he started to again visit the greenhouses to see if all was well lor the night. He had just emerged from his house, which is next the greenhouses, when the explosion occurred. The detonation aroused the whole neigh- borhood, and could be heard for a long distance. The boiler house was almost entirely demolished, only a small portion being left standing. The boiler was rent in two by the force of the explosion. One portion of it was found later outside the pump station near the Erie railroad, 300 feet away. The other half was lodged in an orchard 500 feet from the greenhouie. The other boiler was badly damaged. Two of the carnation houses were almost totally destroyed. The one near- est the boiler was reduced to a heap of debris and the other almost a total loss. The glass was blown to atoms and scat- tered broadcast. Mr. Graham has a force of men at work clearing the wreck- age and he will rebuild or repair the houses at once. Pennsylvania Horticultural Society'* At a meeting of the Pennsylvania Horticultural Society, held May 20, these prizes were presented for competition at the coming fall and spring shows: James W. Paul, Jr., president of the society, $100, in classes for chrysanthe- mum plants. Mrs. Thomas Wanamaker, $25, for chrysanthemum plants; $25 for display of bulbs. Bailey, Banks & Biddle, a silver cup, to be placed in the classes for chrysan- themum plants. American Rose Society, gold and silver medals for the November show, for the best new rose, foreign or home grown, not yet disseminated. CHRYSANTHEMUMS. Timothy Eaton, Parks, Chadwick, Pitcher, White Bonnaffon, Hobson, Florence Haves, Col. Applfton. Rooted cuttings, $2.00 per 10(i. From Z!4-in. pots, $>.00 per 100. Glnry of Paciflo, E. H. I'lersnn, Polly Rose, Robinson, Rooted cutlings, $1.00 per 100. From 2i4-in. pots, $3.60 per 100 N. Pockett, Pink Ivory, Wauamaker, White Ivory, H. J. Payne, Shrimpton, Bonnaffon, Newitt, Jerome Jones, McArlhur, Perrin. Harriott, Maud Dean, Rienian. Lincoln, Rooted cMittings, $1.S0 per 100. From VA-in. pots, $3.a) pi.-r li». HERMAN C. STEINHOf P, West Moboken, N. J. ■MUMS I ROSES ! SPEOIAL. I Col. Appleton, ;;'/i-inch, 120.00 per 1000; noted cutting, 116.00 per 1000. Maj. Bonnaffon, 2V4-ln., $18.00 per lOOO: rooted cuttings, $11.00 per 1000. Our selection in proper proportion of color, 2V4- Inch, $20 per 1000; rooted cuttings, 112.00 per 1000. 100 000 2H and 8-lnch Maids, Brides. Gules and Meteors. 25,000 2i4-lnch Stevia and moled cut- tirigs. $20 and $12 per 1000. Printed price list furnished on applicution. Poetilmann Broa. Co., Morton Grove and Chicago, III. Please mention the A merican Florist when writing. mmkmim p. Major and Aurea Nana, |15 per 1000. Hermsdorff, $30 per lOOO. Strong plants of the following varieties, from flats: Shenandoah, Charles Henderson, Queen Charlotte, Italia, Star, Florence Vaughan, F. R. Pierson, Austria, Robusta, Peachblow. Price, t3.S0 per 100; J30.00 per 1000. Glory of Autumn, Golden Bedder, Crimson Verschaffeltii, Ou'^" Vic- toria, from 2X-in. pots, strong and clean, $2 25 per 100; J20.00 per 1000. Rooted cuttings, »7.00 per 1000. SALVIA 8PLENDENS, $2.00 per 100; |18.00 per lOOO. MARBUERITES, from S-in. pots, fine bushy plants, full of buds, |25.00 per 100. RUBBERS, Branched, 1% feet high, |1.00 to $1.50 each. KENTIAS, Belmoreana and Forsteriana, 3-in., strong $20.00 per 100. DRAC/ENA SANDERIANA,3-in. pots, very strong and well colored, $25 per 100. DRAC/tNA GRACILIS, 3-iDch, $1S.C0 per 100. BOSTON FERNS, very bushy, extra fine stock, 6-in. pots, $50.00 per 100. John Scott, Brooklyn, N.Y. KEAP STREET GREENHOUSES. TELEPHONE, 1207 WILLIAMSBURG. Alternanthera P. Major, red. " Aurea Nana. 5000 Each of Extra strong plants, $JO.O0 per 1000. GEORGE A. HEINL, Cash with order. Toledo, Ohio. 300 Verschaffeltii out of SH-inch pots, Per 100 good stocky plants, 310 lor $7.01 $!.50 40O R. C. Coleus VerschalTeltii 50 Mixed varieties out of 2-inch pots 1.60 Austria, C. de Bouchard, Q. Charlotte, Alle- mania, L. Vaughan, Souv. de .\. Crozv, M. Berat, F. Bismarck, P. Vauehan, Italia and Burbank out of pots at $.iO J per 100. Mixed varieties at 14. OO per 100. Per 100 Vincas, 'railing, 4-inch pots, long runners, $10.00 Swainsona. Alba and Rosea, 2-inch 2.,'iO Umbrella Plants, 2 inch 2.00 Asparagus Sprengeri, 2-inoh 2.0D Lophoipermum, 2-inoh 1.50 Cash or satisfactory reference with order. GEO. L. MILIER. Newark. Ohio. Surplus Stock',' BARGAIN ' Per 100 26,000 Asparagus Sprengeri. 3-inoh pots I3.C0 600 Kentia Belmoreana, 8-inch pots 10.00 1,9C0 Kentia Forsteriana, 3-Inch pots 10.00 l.BCO Keiitias, from boxes BOO I, OOO Ijatanias. 3-inch pots 5.0J 20 Ficus Elaslioa, 8-inch pota, 5 to 6 feet, at Sl.2Seach. Also a line lot of Siandard Sorts of Chrysanthe- mums, strong plants in 2^ and 3-inch pots; prices on application. Brides, Maids, Golden Gales, Meteors, Perles and Mme. lloste, 2i;.-inch pols, al .iS.'OO per 100. WALKER & MclEAN, Y0UN6ST0WN. OHIO. AxwAYs mention the American Flo- rist when writing to advertisers. Choice Ferns, From flats, strong plants, SIO per lOOO. Sample 100 mailed SI. 25. 8 to 10 best market sorts for Jardinieres or pots. In lath sash, full sun, quite hard, in 2'.i-inoh pots, at to shift. $3 per 100; $35 per UCO. LOMARIA GIBBA, best small tree fern, for 5 or 6-inch pots, 2ii-inch, $2.50 per 100; J20 per 1000. LYGODIUM SCANDENS, fine for cutting, on strings, lil;e Smilai, 2', -inch, $2.60 per IQO; I30.OO per luo. NEPHROLEPIS PHILIPPENSIS, extra One, 2H-in., $.1.00 per 100. CLEMATIS PANICULATA. 4-in., line, 14.00 per 100. CLEMATIS PANICULATA, 100 strong seedlings, mailed for $1.00. JOHHH. LEY. Good Hope. Washington, P. C. *Dryden' GiTanluiii, the tlnust oT lill liedderg, 8'vin. jtots, $6.00 per 100; 2i..-in., J4.00 per 100. Cnsh please. HENRY EICHHOLZ, Waynesboro. Pa. Pansy Seed. The Jennings Strain. Will be ready .luly Ist. Stock tiik 1''inkst. ■. B. dlNNINQS. Uok IM t54,l*>lh**rt. Cmb. Grower of the Finest Paniles. Please mention the A merican Florist when writing. 11)02. The American Florist. 769 WHEN IN NEED OF **! BOXES Try our improved folding box, with superior ♦ white finish and improved corner lock. a 1/"^ " i^SimpIes free on application. No chuge ♦ for printing in 500 lots or over, C. C. Poll worth Co., Milwaukee, Wis. ♦♦♦♦•♦♦♦♦•♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦« »♦♦♦♦♦»»♦♦♦♦♦♦♦»♦♦»♦»♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦*♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦ »♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦*** GERANIUMS BEST RECENT INTRODUCTIONS. 3-iDch pols, $3.00 per lOU— &I.0 Mme Charlotte, 300 Jean Viaud, 603 Mme. Landry, 1000 Hubert Charron. STANDARD VARIETIES. $2 50 per 100-5 0 S. A. Nult, 1000 Mars, 4U0 Marvel, 200 Mme. Bucliner, 300 La Favorite, 350 Due de Mrntcmort, 150 Theo. Theulier, 2C0 Countess de Castiers, 100 Mme. Bruant. 100 Pierre le Brun. STRONG FRAME CROWN. 4-ineh pots. $7 00 per 1(jO— 260 Due de Montemort. 200 Mme. .laulin, 50) Marvel. lOCO S. A. Kutt. From 3H-inch pots, $5.00 per ICO— 503 Mars, 200 America. BEGONIA REX, best varieties In 2H and 3-inch pots. $3.00 per 103. CYPERUS ALTERNIFOLIUS, 2-inch, 1030 at $2.50 per 100. MATRICARIA, 2-inch, 400 at $100 per ICO. HELIANTHUS RIGIDUS. 2-inoh pots, 250 at $J.E0 per lOO. PENNISETUM LONGISTYLUM, 214 and 3-inch pots, 1,200 at J3.00 per 11,0. CAREX JAPONICA VAR., 2-inch po'.s, 1,5C0 at $2.50 per 100. CANNAS, 3-inch pots. Pierson's Premier. Cb.is. Henderson, Florence Vaughan and Queen Char- lotte, $5.00 per 100. Nathan Smith & Son, Adrain, Mich. Geraniums Jean Viaud strong, 2U-inoh, $:5 CO per 1C03. S. A. Kutt, etc., strong, 2H-inoh, $21,00 per lOOO. S. A. Nutt, etc., 4-inch, $5.00 per ICO. ASPARAGUS PLUMOSUS, fine 2H-inch, $5 p»r ICO. SMALL FERNS, for dishes, fine, 2ii-inch, 4 varie- ti-s. $i 00 per 100. ASPARAGUS SPRENGERI, strong, 2H-inch, $2.50 per 100. HELIOTROPE, strong, bushy, 4-inch. $j 00 per ICO. CHRYSANTHEMUMS, 20 varieties, fine, 214-inch, $26,03 per 1000 CANNAS. strong, Chas. Henderson, 4-inoh, $1.03 pnr 100. CALADIUMS, strong, 4-inch, $4 03 per ICO. VIOLETS, Marie Louise, 2- Inch, 12.00 per 100. Carl Haginburger. West Mentor, 0. YOUR LAST CHANCE. BRIDES and BRIDESMAIDS, clean healthy stock, 3-in. pots. »3.5o per ICO. GERANIUMS, bud and bloom, 3H-inch pols at $4.53 per UO; 2f4-inch, $2.35 per 100. SALVIA, (scarlet sage), fine 2!4-inoh pots $3 50 per ICO ALTERNANTHERA, (3 varieties), fine 2- in. at $1.50 per 1(0. AGERATUM, (3 varieties), 2-in , $1.50 per 100 GOLDEN BEODER and ASSORTED COLEUS. 2-in. at $1.50 per ICO. Rooted cuttings of Assorted Coleus, 55c per 100. CASH PLEASE. R. I. HART & BRO., Hackettstown. N. J. ASPARAGUS PLUMOSUS 4-inch strong, $10.C0 per 100. SMILAX, 2 inch, strong, $1.50 per 100. :B0JVBJ 'Bi^'&A.X^, Best in the market for Florists' use, $3.50 per 200 lb. bag. Plant and Rooted Cutting List NOW READY FOR SHIPMENT. POT PLANTS. Per too Red VcrsphRffpltii $ 75 Pteris Trcmula, 2M-'nch $1 SO ,Kea verscnatteitn »...•> pteris Tremula, 3>4 inch 2.25 Pteris Tremula, 3-inch 4.00 Roses. TJiricb Brunner, 2V4-iuch 3 CO Hydrangea Otaksa, for growing on, 4- inch.. 5.00 Hydrangea O'aksa, " " 5-inch.. 7.00 Hydrangea Otaksa, " " 6-inch.. 10. 00 Hydrangea Otaksa, " " 7-inch.. 15. 00 ROOTED CUTTINCS. Per 100 Coleus Geraniums, Mme. Pollock .1.50 HappyThought 1.50 English Ivy 1.00 Heliotrope 60 Chrysanthemums 1.35 PHDVCAMTHFMIIIIC ^' H. Lincoln, Jerome Jones, Golden Wedding, Philadelphia, Ivory, vrllHI Onil I IILIfllJlfl3 Thornden, Pres. Smith, Minnie Wanamaker, Louis Boehmer, Maud Dean, Viviand-Morel, Major Bonnaffou. G. W. Child*, Mme. Beremann, Glory of Pacific, J. G. Whilldin. Rooted oJttings, grand stuff, $1.25 per 100; $10.00 per 1000. ^P~A11 the above sold on the positive guarantee of their being first-class, it not, your money at onoe refunded. Having to rebuild our greenhouses this season the following stock Is in our way at the start. If you want any speak quick: Asparagus Plumosus, 3-year, from bed fine clumps, $18.00 per 100. Ken- tias, 2!<-inoti. very fine, $5 DO per 100. Roses— Dlrlch Brunner and Paul Neyron, 2-year-old, from boxes, own roots, $8.00 per 100. Kentla Seedlings, from fiats, 1-year, $3.50 per lOO. Geranium Mrs. Pollock and Happy Thougtit, 1 and 2-year stock, plants from bench, $8.00 per 100. Cal as, 4-year-old, $5.00 100. Steel Wire Stakes, galvanized. No. 8 wire, 3 feet, used one season, $5.60 per 1000. JOHN IRVINE & SONS, Bay City, Mich. ARECA LUTESCENS, Fcrdoz.— 3!4-inch,75c; 3 $1; 3V4, $2; 4, $3. KENTIA BELMOREANA, doz.— 214-in., $1.60; 3, $2: 3!4, $3; 4. $3 60. KENTIA FORSTERIANA, per doz.— 2H-in., $1.60; 3-in., $3; 3>/j-in., $3; 4-in., $4. LATANIA BORBONICA, per doz.— 3i4-in., 60:; 3-in., $1; 6-in., $7.20; 7 in., $10; 8-in., strong, $18. PANDANUS VEITCHII, per doz.— 5-in., $12; 6-in., $18; 7. $30; 8, $42. NEPHROLEPIS BOSTONIENSIS. per 100— 3-in , $t; 3-in., $8. Per floz.— 5-in , $3; 7-iii..|9: 8-in., $12: 9-in.,$18; lO-in.. $24. ASPARAGUS PLUMOSUS NANUS. 2-in., $1 per 100; 3 In., $8 per 100. ASPARAGUS SPRENGERI, per 100— 3-in., $3; 3-in., $8; 4-in., $i3; 6-in . $15. ARAUCARIA EXCELSA, 4-in.. $5 per doz. FERNS FOR DISHES, Etc., $3 per 100. FERN BALLS, well furnished with leaves, $3 to $5 per doz. TheGE0.WITT60LDC0. 1657 Buckingham PI., Chicago. ALBERT M. HERR, Lancaster, Pa. Rubber Plants strong young plants from 3-inch, $1.50 per doz ; »12S0 per 100. Strorg, branched, 5 in , |3 00 per doz. HYDRAN6EA OTAKSA, large 4-inch pots, J5 00 per 100. All of the above are No 1 stock and just light to sell or shift and will be worth 3 times the mcney. CINCINNATI FLORAL CO. 2330 HARRISON AVE. CINCINNATI. O. ftiase mention the American Florist when writing. Boston Perns. Fine plants, $25 per 100. DRAC/CNA INDIVISA, 6-mch, $6.00; 7-inch. $7.00 per doz ; 2 ft. up, extra fine. KENTIAS.e in.,$75and $100 per 100. 20,000 QERANIUAIS,3y2and4-in.,in bnd and bloom, $7 per 100, upwards. Nutt, Jaulin, Poitevine, Mt. Snow, La Favorite, etc., etc., and new ones — Jean Viaud, Jacquerie, Thos. Meehan, etc., etc., straight kinds. COLEUS, Verschaffeltii, Golden Bedder and mixed, 2-in., at $30 per 1000; 3-in., 140. Alternanthera, 3 kinds, $15 per 1000. L H.Foster, 45 King St., Dorchester, Mass. Please yneniion the American Florist when writing. 770 The American Florist. June 14, San Francisco. TRADE CONTINUES VERY GOOD.— STOCK SCAKCB AND PRICKS HIGH. — SCHOOL EXERCISES CREATE STRONG DBMAND. — JOTTINGS OF THE TRADE. Business since Memorial day has been very active and good carnations scarce. Prices have been keeping the same pace and only very poor stock of carnations can be had below the 2 cents each mark and 35 cents and 50 cents per dozen for fancies. Roses are about the same, scarce, high in price and very much sought for. Lilies have jumped up to $4 per dozen stalks and sweet peas bring 75 cents per dozen bunches; other stock in proportion. Considerable fine funeral work has been going of late and now the closing of schools with accompanying balls and dinners is causing a brisk demand for cut flowers and greens. F. A. Miller, of 1550 Market street, who keeps the only store on that large thoroughfare, has returned from two weeks' vacation at Tocoloma, where he spent his time catching trout, baking and eating same. He is full offish stories and good spirits and only wishes he could have enjoyed it longer. M. Lynch, of Menlo Park, has started to dry his roses, Brides and Bridesmaids. His outside chrysanthemums are now all planted and look fairly well. Some 25,000 are grown here outside. His car- nations are also looking well but some- what off crop. Mr. Podesta, Sr. , of the firm of Podesta, Baldachini & Podesta, has sold his share to the two younger members of the firm Baldachini & Podesta, who will con- tinue to do business at the same stand. Fred. Cleis, our Valencia itreet artist and decorator, has also returned from a two weeks' vacation at the Byron Springs, where he found relief from his old malady, rheumatism. P. W. Grallert is at present bringing in some fine Minnie Cook carnations and coreopsis and gaillardias by the thousand bunches. He says there is lots of money in tha t kind of stock. Golden Gate. Pekin, III.— It will be just nineteen years in July since such a cyclone as that of June 10 struck this place. Geo. A. Kuhl had a brick stack sixty feet high blown down and the end of one of the houses was blown out. Trees blown down and uprooted by the hundred; 200 panes of glass broken; greenhouse stock not damaged. ^L^;^ ADJUSTABLE VASE HOLDER No. I.— BrasB, nickel, 4 ff^et lonE,6 clasps to each rod. Price complete (with ereen or white tum- blers) $2 35. Price complete (with Ereen or white cornucopia vases) $2.50. No. 2.— Heavy 4 ft. rod, brassed and nickeled, with three clasps for 5 to 6-inch pots, each $1.75. KIFT'S PATENT Rubber Capped FLOWER TUBES, IV4-inch diamder, per luO. p.50. JOSEPH KIFT & SON. 1725 Cheslnul t>t.. Phila.. Pa. GARDENING 'I'lii-s i.s till; jjjipirr lo ri'COliiliifiid tnyour customers, the leadini; linrliiHiltural Jfjurnul in America for amiilcMirs — S2.00 Per Year. Sample Copies Free. ],iljiT:il liTMIslc.lloristS \vhc)lMki'SljljM-ripl.iiJlJ.S. MONIIN BUIT.rilNll, Chicago, IN.. U.S.A. ►♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦»♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦ THE GARDENING GO. tVAHS' IMPROVED V£MriUTiNC APPAMAIUS WPiTt fOR ILLUSTRATtD •-ATALOCUI gvA/Tf/f arrMACHmrmm. Now Come June Weddings and School Commence- ments. Areyou prepared for same? Look over your stock, and send us your orders. We can promptly fill them from our LARGE STOCK OF UP-TO-DATE SUPPLIES. We give exceptionally good value in all liaes. Catalogue for the asking. Leading Florists' Supply House. M.RIGE&GO., Importers and II Manufacturers 918 Filbert St., Philadelphia, Pa. ►♦♦♦♦ OUR NEW FOLDING | Cut Flower Box 1 IS A PERFECT GEM. SEND FOR SAMPLE. % HOLTONcSoHUNKELCO. \ MILWAUK WIS. y%^'%'%'^'%^%'%'%'%'^^^%^'^ ''Fumigation Methods" BY PROF. JOHNSON. Every Grower needs CI AA this book Price "" AMERICAN FLORIST COMPANY, 324 Dearborn Street, CHICAGO. Fresh Tobacco Stems. Bales of 300 pounds, $1^0. Cabh With Obdeb. W, C. BECKERT, Alieglieiiy, Pa, A. HERRMANN. Cape riowers, "-l oolom; Cycas Leaves, Metal Designs, ^Ki> All florists' Sapplles, Eend tea Pilnei. 4*r 10 cenU. Full iiartU-ulurs and special oirci- free. LARKIN SOAP CO.. Buffalo. N. Y. KILLED TIN FOIL Plain, Fancy, Printed & Mounted. Blanafac tared by The Gonley Foil Co. 021 to 641 West 2Sth 8t., TheHortJcultural Trade Journal THE LARGEST, BR>GnTrST AND BEST Horticultural Trade paper in the Hritish Isles. Itcontftina MOKE ADVKRTISEMENTS, MORE ILLUSTRATIONS and MORE NEWS than any of Its conteraporanes. Read by tho wholo of the Hritish tradu and all the best European bouBes ^very week. Annual subscription. 75 cents. Specimen r,opy post free. Published weekly. Horticultural Tradt Journal Co., Padlham, Lanei.. Cog. American Florist Ads. always do business, Every day in the week, all over the country, At Home and Abroad. ^ ^st ^ ^ igo2. The American Florist, 771 NEXT! HOW ABOUT CRADUATIONS? School children by tens of thousands will graduate in June and every one will want a COMMENCEMENT BASKET We have them to suit all tastes and all pockets; new styles and fancy material. Put a collection of them on view and they will sell themselves. There are sure to be some WEDDINGS IN JUNE ^tn^ and Low Prices of outfit to complete a Wedding Decoration in Modern Style, YOUR CUSTOMERS WILL BACK YOU UP. H. BAYERSDORFER & CO., Manufacturers of and Dealers in Florists* Supplies of Every Description. Most Extensive Stock on the Continent. 50-56 N. 4th St., PHILADELPHIA, PA. TO KILL ALL Greenhouse Bugs USE a NICOTICIDE Clean and harmless as fumigant or Spray. Ask your seedsman for it or write to The Tobacco Warehousing and Trading Co., 1000 Magnolia Ave., Louisville, Ky Boston Florist Letter Go. MAHUFACTUBERS OP FLORISTS' LETTERS. Thin wooden box nicely stained and var- nuhed, ISxSOxtS made in two sections, one for each eizd Jetter, griven away with first order of 600 letters. Block Letters, 1V4 or 2-inch 8l;:.e, per 100, 12.00. Script Letters, 84, Fastener with each Setter or word. Used by leadinsr florists everywhere and for sa's by all wholesale florists and fiujpiy dea'ers. N. F. McCarthy, Treas. and Manaf«^, R4 Hnwini. St., BOSTON, MASS- GALVANIZED WIRE-'pSP Fifty carloads of new galvanized wire, inshortleng.ha. ^ Never was used. Comes from 6 to l^ gauge. Put up 100 lbs. to a coil and only one size wire to each bundle. V Prices range from $1.40 to 91.90 per k 100 poandB. I Cor Free Cataloeoe No. for tho ■ asking. We handle all kinds of sup r pliesfrom Sheriff's and Becflicr's Sale. Chicago House Wrecking Co. ■West 35th &&d Iron Sts. , Chicago. » BASKETS %^^ A large assortment in good, cheap and medium styles at bargain prices in collections as follows: Collection No. I consists of 20 Baskets for $5.00. Collection No. 2 consists of 45 Baskets for $10.00. SPHAGNUM, FOIL, RIBBONS, WIRE DESIGNS of Real Value, Not cut in quality for the sake of skinning prices. Vaughan's Seed Store, s^re'R^^ni^pm « BLACK DEATH J? (POWDER) TO EAT THEREOF - IS TO DIE. BUG KILLER and FERTILIZER. Three years of unprecedented success wherever intro- duced all over the United states has proved "BLACK DEATH" to be acbeap and absolute annihilator of all insects, bugs or beetles that prey on vegetation, foliage and flowers. Ste what Peter Reinberg said in this paper, Feb. 8. Other strong indorsements sent on receipt of postal card. Western Sales Agency, 235 Franklin St., Chiragro. HANDI-ED BT SEEDSMEN. S. D. STKVKEB, Agent. 66 WE NOW OFFER Chemicals 55 formaking LIQUID COMPOST. Dry powders all soluble in water, composts cost less than He per gal. Correspondence invited. EASTERN CHEMICAL COMPANY, 620 Atlantic Ave., Boston. REED& KELLER, 122 West 2 SIh St., NEW YORK. Importers and Manufacturers of FLORISTS' SUPPLIES. Galax Leaves and all Decorative Greens. CUTFLOWERBOm WATERPROOF. Corner Lock Style. The b st, strongest and neatest folding cut flower box ever made. Cheap, durable, handy. To try them once is to use them always. DON'T USE OLD STORE BOXES. If you have any doubt, send for samples, which speak for themselves. Size No. 1. 3i4!4sl6..$l.75perl00; $15.00 per 1000 '■ No. 2. 3x6sl8.... 3.00 " 18.00 " No. 3. 4s8sl8.... 2.40 " 22.00 " No. 4. 3s6x20.... 2.75 " 25.00 '■ No. 5. 4x8x22.... 3.00 " 28.00 " No. 6. 4x8x28.... 3.75 " 35.00 THE LIVINGSTON SEED CO. Box 103, COLUMBUS, O t^-OUa DIECTORT FOR 1902 WILL BE MAILED TO TOU''^ I^^FROMFTLY UFON AFFLICATION. FRICE TWO HOLLARS."^ 772 The American Florist. June 14, Lowell, Mass. PLENTY OF GOOD STOCK AT LOW KATBS. — FINB HARDY FERNS FROM NEW HAMP- SHIRE—GOOD WINDOW DISPLAYS. At the present time business continues to hold up in good shape, with plenty of good stock that can be bought for almost any old price. With commencements and June weddings, of which latter there are a good many, although none very large, everyone is kept hustling. Just at pres- ent the supply of flowers is far greater than the demand. The way that loost carnations are coming in just now is enough to jar one; there seems to be no end to them, and the price realized is not very much, gelling as low as 50 cents per 100; in fact, the supply of colored carna- tions is more than abundant, while white varieties seem to be in more limited quantity. With the intense hot weather we are having jast now Bride and Bridesmaid roses are getting very small and in aome cases mildewed, although fairly good in length of stems. They don't bring much, however, selling as low as 50 cents per 100. Kaiserins and Carnots of excellent quality are now coming in, especially the latter. Some of the Carnot buds are as large as hens' eggs and sell well at $1 50 to $2 per dozen. Lily of the valley from outside is almost all gone. Psonias are now arriving in large quantities and bring $6 per 100. At last we have no longer to depend on the south for our supply of hardy ferns, which have been so unsatisfactory this year, a great many heating and spoiling in transit. Some very fine ferns are being shipped from New Hampshire. With so many schools coming to a close at almost the same time last week the demand for flowers of good quality was heavy, particularly at Rogers Hall school, where a great many bunches of good flowers were called for. Since the supply is greater than the output, some very fine window displays are to be seen. Patten's window last Saturday filled with Joost carnations and Asparagus Spiengeri, looked very pretty. A. M. DunUfiuE, Ia.— W. A. Harkett says he has little to report in regard to Decoration week, further than to say it was a little the busiest he ever had and thinks all good cut flower stock in the city sold, with prices the same as last year. AWARDED THEONLVriRST CLASSCERTIFICATE9FMERIT ^ eVTHESOCIETVOP AMERICA FLOHI ST SAl BOSTON MASS] AUC.31STI890 TOR STANOARn FLOWER POTS. IfHILLDIN Iersey Qty y^-lMlo_NG Island (Fty Philadelphia PotteryGo^ Travi'lini:: H'-prn^ont^'iv*', U. CUTLER RYERSON, 108 Third Ave.. NEWARK. N. J. Standard POX^ Flower... ■ v^ * v3 If yourgreeobouses are within 500 miles of the Capitol, write us, we can save you money W. H. ERNEST. 2tJh «nd M SlfSSU. WASHI8I6TON. B. C. GEO. KELLER & SON, MANUFACTUREn3 OF FLOWER POTS. Before buvint:; writi' for prices. 361-363 Herndon Street, near Writ;litwaod Ave., CHICAGO^ ILL. Fiease mention the American Florist when writine FLOWER POTS STAND ARO POTSspe^*lt. List and SAMPLES FREE. SWAHN'S POTTERY MF'G CO., P. 0. Box 78. MINNEAPOLIS. MINN. Plmit renlion the American Floral wlitn wrilinf WRITE AE irnUQ 1S21-23 N. LIAVITTST.. I fi KUnni OHIOAOO. ILL., TOB PBIOEB or Please mention the A merican Florist when writing. - Standard Pots whloh for itrength ai\d poroilty oomblned are the bett on the market. THOSE RED POTS "STANDARDS" FULL SIZE AND WIDK BOTTOMS. BULB PANS AND AZALEA POTS. DETROIT FLOWER POT M'F'Y, HARRY BAL8LEV, DETROIT, MICH.. Rep. 490 Howard at. PUasc mention the American Florist when wriling. ^^Standard The lightest running, most rapid and powerful ventilat- ing machinery in th** market. Duplex Gutters, Made of wrought or oast Iron with self adjusting sash bar c;lips. The only Drip Prool Metal Gutter offered to the Public. Send for my cata- logue free. E. Hippard, Youngstown, 0. STANDARD FLOWER POTS ! Packed in small crates, easy to handle. Pots Price per crate 1500 2-in., in orate, $4.88 5.25 " 6.00 " 6.00 " 5.80 " 4.50 " 4 51 3.16 1500 2!i 1500 2!4 1000 3 800 3!4 500 4 320 5 144 6 Pots Price per crate 120 7-in., in orate. $4,20 60 8 48 9 48 10 24 11 24 12 12 14 6 16 3.00 180 4.80 360 4.80 4.80 4.50 Seed pans, same price as pots. Send for price list of Cylinders for Cut Flowers. Hanging Bas- kets, Lawn Vases, etc 10 per cent off for cash with order. HILFINQER BROS' POTTERY, OR ... FORT BOWARD, N V. AnGUBT RoLKKB A SoNS, New York Agents, 31 Barclay St., New York Citt. KELLER BROS. _213-lB-n-19-21.23 Pearl 81., NORRISTOWN. PA. Manufacturers of Standard Flower Pots, red In color, equal to the best on the market; are 16 miles from Philadelphia, best of railroad connec- tions. We give special attention to mail orders and make special sizes to order in quantltiet. A. postal will bring prices and discounts. RED pots SAMPLE POT AND PRICE LIST ON APPLICATION. C. C. POLLWORTH CO., Hl^"'*"''" Gardeners' Chronicle. A Weekly Illustrated Journal. Established 1841. The GARDENERS' CHRONICLE has been for ov»R Sixty Yeahs tbb Leading Joubnal of Its class. It has achieved this position becauBu, while specially devoting itself to supplying the daily requirements of gardeners of all classes, the infor- mation rurnished is of such general and perma- nent value that the GARDENERS' CHRONICLE if looked up to as the standard At;TBOHiTT on the subjects of which It treats. Subscription to the United States, jU 20 per year. Remittances to be made payable to B. G. COVE. Ofpicb: — 41 Wellington St., Covent Qarden. London, England. tgo2. The American Florist. 773 imm BOILERS W6 have in stock a great number of good second hand boilers, low pressure, which we will sell at Bargain Prices consisting of the following: 10—48x12 horizontal tubular boilers, each ^125.00 3 — 42x10 horizontal tubular boilers, each $100.00. 6—36x12 horizontal tubular boilers, each $75.00. 1— Kroeschell hot water boiler, 100 feet capacity, $75 00. 100,000 feet 2-inch second hand boiler tubes which we furnish with sleeve couplings, oakum and cement, per foot 6 cents. 50,000 feet 4-inch flanged wrought iron casing, per foot 16 cents. Ask for Our Catalogue No. 47. Chicago House Wrecking Co., West 35th and Iron Sts., Chicago, III. Li:x-:a3.-:a:3;-:a3:E..s:3:. t#'j^t')y3fcp NIKOTEEN Jit costs a cents for each 60o fect of «7 floor space «-> rDOES NOT INJURE THE MOST SENSITIVE , PUNTS- ENDORSED BY PROMINENT FlO;(ISTS-^b' USEB FOR FUMIGATION OR 5PRAYIN0 INDOORS OR 'H SOID BY SEEDSMEN 5KABCURA DIPCC-CtllCAGO- n^ QUICKLY Does It. AdjustablePlantStaods THE BEST ON THE MARKET. I stand SI. 50; 3 Stands S4. 00; 6 Stands S7 50; 12 Stands $14.00. YOU NEED THEM IN YOUR BUSINESS. C. B. WniTNALL, MILWAUKEE, WIS. Invalid Appliance Co., MANUTACTUREttS OP COLUMBIA PLANT TUBS "n* Uad that Dcvw liU aput." II joor ■ccdimau docsa't handle them, order of os direcL I™ Regan Printing House s™"* CATALOGUES f LORISTS' wnififawvwfaw 87-91 Plymoutli Place, at j» j» CHICAGO J»J»-* ! FOR INSURANCE AGAINST DAMAGE BY HAIL, Address John G. Esler, Sec'y F.H.A. SADDLE RIVER. N. J. ^liltiitiitiiiiililt POSSIBLY you have heard of Cy- press material that failed to last. Such Cypress invariably is furn- Kg^p ished by parties who have no knowledge of the peculiar requirements of greenhouse material. We have made greenhouse construction a special study. Our lumber is selected with the greatest of care, our material is guaranteed perfect and strictly up-to- * date. ^ Write us, when next you want material. •• 111 rolls BLACKHAWK St UnlLAb-U ILl SEULIMG AGE.NT3 FOR ^ GARLAMD IRON GUTTELRS fl!ffill!«fiVf!*l!*% TIC A USE IT NOW, F.O.PIERCECO. 170 Fulton St., NEW YORK Bloomsburg, Pa. DILLON'S GREENHOUSE MFG. GO. IU:&.NDFACTCRERS OF HOT BED SASH, AIB DRIED GULF CYPRESS SASH BARS AMD OTHBR GREENHOUSE MATERIAL. BUILDERS of DURABLE and PRACTICAL Greenhouses at a LOW COST. ^P~Our descriptive circular contains valuable information for every florist. HAVE SOMETHING NEW TO OFFER. Send for it. WE CYPRESS Is Far Mo^?E Durable Than PINE 'MSfVXKf^XiaVXIVXKKlVXKKaVXIO n CYPRESSi SASH BARS UPTb32 FEE.T_OR LONGER.| Greenhouse ^ AND OTHER BUILDrNG MATERIAL, MEN FURNISHED TO SUPERINTEND ERECTION WHEN DESXRED. SJend for our Circular|s. THEAJ-S+eArr\5lymhep (o., Ne^o.nset, Boston, [vIass. American Always do business, Week days and everyday riOriSlS ^""'^V^ ^'^^ holidays, ^ J^ Art« All over the country, '•F 'V illlO At home and abroad. Please meitlion Ihe American FlorisLwhen writing. 774 The American Florist. June /^, Minneapolis. STOCK NOT OYEB-ABDNDANTFOR A MODER- ATE BUSINESS.— P.EONIAS YBRY PLENTI- FDL AND CHEAP. — VARIOUS LOCAL NOTES. The last seven days have vpitnessed something of a shortage in roses and carnations, especially with Meteor. The demand has been good and dark weather held stock back. Teas are bringing from $2 to $6 per hundred and carnations from $1.50 to $2. There is a great sup- ply of pteonias in the market and they have been sold as low as 20 cents per dozen, but good stock is bringing from 50 cents to $1 retail and $2 to $3 per hundred wholesale. Considering the season of the year and with the stock left for decorative pur- poses, there are still some fine window displays. Donaldson & Company report an exceedingly heavy funeral trade last week. The Elks fair, which is now on, is caus- ing qnite a demand for flowers. C. K. R. New Orleans. LITTLE DOING AND SOCIETY MEETS FOR PLEASURE. — OUTING IN THE GULF.— CHRYSANTHEMUMS PLANTED.— NOTES. Business has been very dull for the last few weeks. Plant sales have been drop- ping considerably and we are now expe- riencing hot dry weather which will make things dull for some time to come. Oar regular or special society meetings have been held lately more for pleasure than for business, the only important discussion being about our annual picnic, which will take place at Grand Isle as several times before. It will be nothing new for us, but considering the time and means at our disposal it is the best trip we can take for the occasion. Chrysanthemums have been planted in good quality. H. Papworth has two houses full. Should bis trial be successful and the season be as favorable as last year, we will have a good supply of our home production. M. M. L. Madison, N. J. — A schedule of prizes has just been issued for the seventh annual flowershowof the Morris County Gardeners' and Florists' Society to te held in the Assembly rooms here Novem- ber 6 and 7. THE Nf W SELF BALANCING CaST IRON... VENTILATOR One machine will open this ventilator on houses up to ICOO leet lon^'. Send for circultir. A. RASMUSSEN, NEW ALBANY, IND. A.F.LONGREN, GENERAL CONTRACTOR. Greenhouse Construction. GLAZING A SPECIALTY. ^^Ternis on applicfttion 1088 Osgood St., Chicago, III. LUMBER AT HALF PRICES. IVHITIll IIASKDTllKrAN AMKIIK AS KXrcislTKIS SEND US YOUR LUMBER BILL FOR OUR ESTIMATE. Pipe, Machinery and Building Supplies in General. FREE CATA1.0(jrEH ON APPLICATION. CHICAGO HOUSE WRECKINQ CO., PAN-AMERICAH, DEPARTMENT 76. BUFFALO, NEW TOUIL SHORT-ROOF GREENHOUSES. ("»••"«•'') WRITE FOR CATALOGUE Manafacturerg ot Callfornta Red Cedar and Louisiana Cypress Greeoliouse Material. The Ee&i Material from which to Build a Greenhouse Is not Green Cypress but Sir Dried of the Red Variety, Grown in Louisiana near the Gulf. We use No Other Material And buy only the very best grade, free from sap. We gladly furnish estimates and prices with sketches for proposed houses. We have the material, the machinery, the ability and the desire to give you the very best service. Let us figure with you. Ask about our PAINT for Pip. and Iron Work. FOLEY MANUFACTURING CO. Office, 471 W. 22nd St. CHICAGO. ILL. Factory and Lumber Yard. 474-498 W. 21st Place. Myers & Co. ESTABLISHED 1849. GREENHOUSE ARCHITECTS I BUILDERS. HEATING ENGINEERS. Oroanhousa Bollara. Iron Baneh Framas. Send for catalogue and latest prlcei. 116 So. 17th St., Pliiladelptlia, Pa. «i THI ^« JENNINGS"""" IRON GUTTER. Use our Patent IRON BENCH FITTINGS and Roof Supports. 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Price lists and illustrated pamphlets gladly furnished on application. JOHN LUCAS & CO., 320 Race St., Phila., Pa. LUCAS PUTTY IS POPULAR WITH FLORISTS D. 0. Gunnmgiiaiii Glass CO.. .PITTSBURG. PA. Tank Window Glass. flot-ftous6 Glass fl Specialty. Sprague Smith Co. PUTE AND WINDOW CUSS Breenhouse filass a Specialty 205 Raadolpfc StrMt. CHICAGO. Please mention the American Florist -vhen writing. Horticultural Builders & Heating Engineers PHILLIPS MFC. CO., Tel. 1851 Bergen. Jersey City, N. J. In 1900 we built 5,726 square feet. In 1901 " 21,276 square teet. In 1902 " to date 14,962 square feet. Have orders for) 19,600 This should convince you we are prosressive and up-to-date. See the rang*? we are building torS. Untermeyer, Esq., Greystone, Yonbers, N.Y.: conceded by practical authority to be a perfect type of greenhouse. Call us up. Please mention the A metican Florut when writing. Established SEMON BACHE & CO. 7-9-11 Lalght St., New York. FRENCH GLASS •^ For direct Shipment from factory Abroad. CARLOAD ORDERSONLY TRY US WITtI A SPEOIFICATION FOR QUOTATION. Please mention the American Florist 7vhen 7i'> iting. Clear Onlf CYFBESS GREENHOUSE MATERIAL. GlasSff Boilers S. JACOBS & SONS, t Estimates furnished for Erecting. 1365 to 1373 Fliuhino Ave, BROOKLYN, N Y. Send 4 cts. for Boiler Catalogue. New Twin Section Boiler. GET OUR PRICES BEFORE ORDERING. Boilers OF HIGH ^ GRADE. .«^ For GREENHOUSES. See Our Catalogue Slaam aiMl Hot Water. Giblin&Co.,Utica,N.Y. GEO. M. GARLAND, IRON GUTTERS AND POSTS. Testimonials from leading growers. . Sei-d for Catalogue. ' CEO. M.ICARLAND, Des Plalnes, ill GJOHN C. MONINCER CO.. CHICAGO, SELLING AGENTS. PUase mention the A merican florist when turittng 776 The a mer ican Fl orist. June /^, Index to Advertiacn. Advertising rates. .. 752 Allen JK 756 Ammann C 766 American Blower Co IV American Rose Co. . . 1 Amling K C 755 Aachmann Godfrey. 768 Bache Semon & Co. 775 Baldwin A J 765 Barr B Frank 765 Bassett S, Wasli- burn 755 763 B&urSAlfred I Biyersdorfer H * Co 771 Beaulieu H 763 BiOkert W C 770 Benlhey & Co 755 BergerH H *Co... 76j Rernheimer Eugene 758 Hirning HO 754 liobbink A Atkins.. 767 Bonnot Bros 757 Boston Letter Co. . . 771 Brodjobn 755 Bruns H N 755 Buckley W T Plant Co 761 BudlongJA 755 769 Burpee W A *Co.. II Calif Carnation Co. 761 Carmody J D 776 Centr.al Mich Nursy 764 Chicago Carnation Co 755 Chicago House Wkg CO.T71 773 774 776 IV CincinCutFIowerCo 754 Cincin Floral Co... 769 Clucas&Boddington II Coles W W 765 Collins Thos 766 Conard & Jones Co. 767 Conley Foil Co 770 Cottage Gardens 766 Crabb* Hunter.... 764 Craig Robt &Son.. 761 Crowl Fern Co 759 Cunningham DO.. Glass Co 775 Cunningham Jos H. 765 Dailledouze Bros.... 765 Ueamud J B 751 DesMoines Plant Co 767 Detroit Flower Pot Mty 772 Dietsch A A Co 774 Dillcr Caakey &. Co 774 Dillon JL 763 Dillon's Mfg Co 773 Dirken B W 761 Dorner F & Sons Co I DreerH A 767 776- Dunne & Co 11 East'n Chemical Co 771 Eiohholz Henry.... 768 Ellis Frank M 754 Emmans Geo M 767 Ernest W H 772 Faxon M B 766 Foley Mfg Co 774 Ford Bros 757 Foster Lucius H 766 769 Frost Jas 766 Gardeners Chronicle 772 Gardening Co 770 Garland Frank 755 Garland Geo M 775 Geller Sigmund .... 770 Ghormley Wm 757 Giblin & Co 775 Glauber Kmil 764 Grand Rapids Vio- let Co 764 Groenewegen&Zoon 761 GuUett W II eaU No rlgbt.9 or lefta. Box of 1.000 poiDti 75 Ota. poitp&ld. HENRY A.DREER. 714 CbMtDot Bt., Phil*., Pa. -^.^j^ DORIC" HEATER. Profitable Greenhouses S "Curney" tiret-nhouses are profitable greenhouses because " they're operated under the most economical conditions. "Ourncy" Heaters maintain an even heat with the least amount of care, burn a minimum amount of coal to maintain the desired tempera- ture, require no brick setting, and are without question the most elTicieut constructious on the market. A host of nursnrymen already use the "Gurney." If you're not on the list, send for catalogue and tlnd out more about it. Curneys promote the greatest hothouse success. QIRNEV HEATER MfG. CO. 74 FRANKLIN ST.. BOSTON. lit FIFTH AVE.. NEW YORK CITY. Western Selling Agents. JAMES B. CLOW & SONS, Franklin and Harrison Sts., Chicago, III. WATER. If you.want water only when the wind blows a windmill will do your work and cost less money than our Rider and Ericsson Hot Air Pumps, but if you want water every day while your flowers are growing and do not want your pump blown down when the wind blows too hard, no pump in the world can equal ours. We have sold about 20,000 of them during thi- past twenty-five years, which is proof that we are not making wild stateuHMits. Our Catalogue "A 3" will tell you all about them. Write to near- est store. Rider-Ericsson Engine Co. 35 Warren St.. New York. 692CraiK St., Montreai,, P. Q,. 239 Franklin St.. Boston. Teniente-Rey 71. Havana. OunA. 22A I'itt St , Sydney, N. S. W. 40 l)i';irborn St., CniCAOo. 40 N. 7th SI.. PHlLAnELIMlIA. I GREENHOUSE GLASS I I QUR SiREC MALTY. ' I I LnRGC STOCK «^ ^ ^-s.^ PROMPT SHIPMENT,: \fW^ Porelinsced Oil Piifly,PjinblnisliesEy iX ^ WRITE rOR. l-ATEST^^mCES.^^^^^^ ^ ifiiiiE ff^m m§m 'PL@iOiir Rmsrica is "the Prnw of the UbssbI; thBre may be mare comfort Mmidsbips, but we are the Brst to touch Unknown Soaa," Vol. XVIIl. CHICAQO AND NEW YORK, JUNE 21, 1903. No. 733. f LHfli /AL«iiLB!!@/A!N mm Sbvbiitbbnth Yeab. Copyright 1902, by Amerlo&n Florlit Company. Entered ai Seoond-Claii Mail Matter. Ptjblishiid btbbt Satubdat bt AMERICAN FLORIST COMPANY, 334 Dtarbom St., Cblcago. Butarn OMca : 79 Milk 5t., BMton. Subioription, tl.OO a year. To Europe, 12.00. SubBoriptions accepted only from the trade. SOCIETY OF AMERICAN FLORISTS AND ORNAMENTAL HORTICULTURISTS. GmcBBS — John Bitbton, Philadelphia, Pa., presiden J. W. C. Dbake, AsheviUe, N. C, vice- president, Wm. J. Stewart, 79 Milk Street, Boston, Mass., secretary; H. B. Bbatty, Oil City, Pa., treasurer. The eighteenth annual meeting will be held at Asheville, N. C, August, 19-23, 1902. THE AMERICAN CARNATION SOCIETY. Annual convention at Brooltlyn, N. Y., Feb- ruary, 1903. Albebt M. Hbbb, Lancaster, Fa., secretary. CHRYSANTHEMUM SOCIETY OF AMERICA. Annual meeting at AsheviUe, N. 0., August, 1902. Edwin Lonsdale, Chestnut Hill, Pa., Seo'y. AMERICAN ROSE SOCIETY. Annual meeting at call of executive committee, Leonabd Babbon, 188 Liberty St., New Yorii, secretary. THIS ISSUE 36 PAGES WITH COVER. CONTENTS. Cure o( the rose g.^^den 777 Roses in :i Connecticut park 777 I'arks of the Twin Cities (illus ) 778 The prea'est of Hritish exhibitions 779 Orchids from the Philippines (illus.) 780 Roses — Benching young stock 78D (."hicago 781 Boston 782 New York 783 Philadelphia 783 Before and after (illus.) 784 Pittsburg 784 Cincinnati '84 St. Louis 785 St. Paul 785 Omaha 786 Seattle 786 Cleveland 786 ban Francisco 786 Detroit 7-7 Haperstown, Md 787 Prov.decce 787 Treatment for cycas 788 Obituary— Edwin V. Gage 788 — Emmett S. Got! (ponrait) 788 —Andrew McConncIl (poniait) 788 — Wm. Bull (portrait) 788 The s"ed trade 794 — A high handed proceeding 794 The nursery trade 796 — The catalpa as an economic tree 798 Our pastimes 798 Dallas. Tex 80O Oil Citv, Pa 802 Lowell" Mass 804 Los Angeles 806 Care of the Rose Garden. \A paper by J. F. Huss^ gardener tojas. J. Good- win, read before a recent meeting oj the Florists' Ctub, of Hartjord, Conn,] To meet with success, where a perma- nent bed of roses is to be planted, the soil should be dog out from two to three feet in depth and should the soil prove good and wholesome, should be well mixed up with rich, rotted cow manure. The bed should be filled up with this well prepared soil. Should the soil be gravel, sandy or stony, all should be removed and my method is to fill such a bed with well prepared soil from top sod and well rotted cow manure, which should have laid on a stack for six months or a year, well cut up and mixed before filling the bed. Planting should be done in the fall, if possible, say October or November, before frost. I find budded or grafted plants are the best. The plants should be set about two feet apart each way. The grafts should be planted two or three inches below the surface and the earth pressed gently around, which serves to protect the grafts. Planted in this man- ner there is much less liability of suckers being put forth from the stock, and opportunity is afforded for the plant to out forth roots from the bud or graft. This often takes place so that ultimately the plant is virtually on its own roots. I would also especially recommend, as all French rosarlans do, that the roots be not cut or pruned at all. After the first frost, the plants should, in our northern latitude, where the mercury goes down to zero, be protected with a good cover of leaves, say at least six inches deep, and covered with long manure or a few pine branches to hold the leaves in place. As soon as spring is opening, by the end of March or beginning of April, the protection should be removed, before the buds or eyes begin to swell, so that no injuries will occur. The pruning should then take place. I believe in pruning severely and keep the plants always low, from six to ten inches from the ground, and renewing every year the pruning. By keeping the plants always low we attain a good, strong, long stem and fine flower. After the pruning the soil should be dug up and loosened all about the plants. During the first week in June, when the sun is becoming warmer and the ground begins to dry, I have the rose beds mulched two inches deep with short manure. This is to prevent the soil from drying off and also to keep the roots cool and moist. This mulch will also serve to keep weeds down. I believe in giving the roses a drench- ing after sundown during growth and the hot days. During the flowering sea- son the flowers that are fading from day to day should be removed every morning, so as to give the rose garden a clean appearance. As ioon as the blooms have passed I prone my plants about half way on the new growth The plants will, in this handling, invariably give another flower crop. Some varieties will give flowers all the season long. Among these hybrid perpetual roses I find Alfred Colomb, Ulrich Brunner, Jules Margottin, Prince Arthur, Paul Neyron, Mrs. John Laing and many others. Hybrid teas are treated the same way and will give blooms from June till the frost cuts them down. Among these I would recommend the following varieties, which will give the best of satisfaction: HARDY ROSES. Alfred Colomb Anne de Diesbach Baroness Rothschild Captain Christy Captain Hayward Comtesse de Serenye Duke of Edinburgh Duke of Teck Fisher Holmes General Jacqueminot Mrs John Laing Marie Baumann Margaret Dickson Gluire de Margottin liloire Bourg-la-Reine Grant of Battles George Washington Prince Camille de Rohan John Hopper Paul Neyron Prince Arthur Ma^Qa Charta Mme. Gabriel Luizet IJlrioh Brunner Baron de Bonstetten Marshall P. Wilder. HTBRID TEA La France Clothilde Soupert Souvenir de Malmaison Manian Cochet Kaiserin Aug. Victoria Duchess de Brabant Souv. du Pres. Carnot Marie Van Houtte Mile. Francois Kruger Souvenir de Wootton Hermosa _ Queen's Scarlet. Roses In a Connecticut Park. The hardy roses at Elizabeth Park, Hartford, Conn., have been at the height of their beauty during the past week and the magnificent display to be seen there is undoubtedly one of the finest in the country. The collection consists of about 1,300 plants and embraces over sixty varieties of hybrid remontants, a number of climbers and a few teas. All of the older, standard kinds, such as Gen. Jacqueminot, Monsieur Boncenne, Jean Liabaud, Baroness Rothschild, Countess of Oxford, Gloire Lyonnaise, and so forth, are there, likewise the newer ones, such as Margaret Dickson, Marchioness of Londonderry, Clio, Mrs. R. G. Shar- man Crawford and others. Clio is white, slightly tinged with yel- lowish pink, and has proven very satis- factory, iti one drawback, if such it is, being its habit of producing such a quan- tity of bods on the end of each flowering shoot, as many as nineteen having been 778 The American Florist. June 21, counted in one cluster. It is quite difler- ent in this respect from Marchioness of Londonderry, which almost invariably has only one bud on a flowering shoot. However, this habit results in the plant bearing an enormous quantity of flowers. Mrs. Sharman Crawford is a fine pink, and is a valuable addition to the list of hardy roses. Most of the hybrid remontants are worked plants, principally on Manetti, and are planted deeply, about two and one-half feet apart. These beds were care- fnlly prepared by excavating to the depth of two feet and filling in with a good, heavy loam, which was afterwards enriched by a liberal application of manure and fertilizers. The beds are located in a spot which was originally quite wet, but which is now tile drained. In this way the ideal moisture conditions tion of the Yellow Rambler, which Is rather tender. This is a great pity, as it certainly Is a fine rose. Xevertheless, enough of it survived on the trellis to give an idea of its beauty. It is really remarkable that the so-called climbing roses are so seldom used as shrubs free from any support. A few plants of Pink Roamer at Kliza- beth Park which have been left to grow as they will are now great, drooping but tall masses, studded veith thousands of the beautiful single flowers of this rose. Such a sight conjures up visions of the marvelous efiects to be obtained by the judicious grouping of this class of roses, not as climbers, but as shrubs, in connection with other shrubs. A large planting of this kind has been made this spring at Elizabeth Park which in two years from now will be a gorgeous sight RIVERSIDE PARK MINNEAPOLIS. and an object lesson as to what can be done in this line. The following is a list of the varieties at present in the garden, supplied by Mr. Karlstrom, the city forester: Ulrich rirunner Doctor Andr\ Victor Verdier Miss .\nDie Wood Abel t;urriere Gloire de MaTgottin Etienne Levet Maurice Bernardine Fisher Holmes La France General Jacqueminot Anna de Diesbach John Hopper Hippolyte Jamain Mile. Marie Eady Gloire of Cheshunt Jules Margottin Baron de Bonhtetten Uuke of Teck Maurice Vilmoria Mme. Gabriel Luizet Duke of Connaugbt <'apt. Hayward Mrs. John Laing Alagna Cbarta Clolhilde Soupert Francois Levet Margaret Dickson Marie Baumann Lady Helen Stewart Marchioness of DulTerin M. P. Wilder Duke of Edinburgh Alfred Colomb Gloire de Lyonnaise Chas. Lefebvie Senator \'ais«e Kaisenn A. Victoria Prince CamilledeRoban Heinrich Sehultheis Pierre Kotting Paul Neyron Gloiro de Dijon Baroness Rothschild March, of Londonderry Jean Liabaud lijn Siiene Monsieur Bonccnne Gen. \Vasbington Clio Mrs. Sharman Crawford Earl of UufTerin Countess of Oxford Captain Christy Caroline Testout Mabel Morrison Helen Keller La Reine Marchioness of fjorne Oakmont Francr-is Micbelon Ulancbe Moreau White La France Liberty Soieil d' Or Baliimore Belle Hybrid tjweet Briar Pink Rambler Crimson Rambler Manda's Triumph Dawson Rose Marguerite de St. Amand La Rosiere Baroness Rothschild White Bath American Beauty Ivory Mrs.' Hovey Universal Favorite Russell's Cottage Yellow Rambler Rosa setigera P.nk Roamer Qu en of the Prairie H. T. KOEHLKR. Parks of Ihe Twin Cities. When the seedmen and their friends get together at the Twin Cities next week they will find much of horticultural interest close at hand. Minneapolis and St. Paul have two of the finest park sys- tems in the country and numerous private estates well worth inspection. The total acreage under the control of the Minneapolis park board is 1,553 and it had cost to December 31, 1901, a total of $3,641,623, the expenditure for 1901 being $201,103. Como Parkis the pride of St. Paul, the park system in that city being now undergoing rapid develop- ment, the expenditure for maintenance of the ground, conducive to the welfare of roses, are obtained. In the spring the plants are cut down to about four inches from the ground, and all weak wood Is removed entirely. This severe pruning keeps the plants low, the flowers being produced at a height of not more than two and one halt feet, with the coloring, size and form brought out in superb perfection. The stems are firm and long and clothed with the rich- est and most luxuriant foliage. The color (ffect of the garden is delightful. After flowering the plants are again severely pruned, with the result that (juite a good second crop of flowers is produced. In the fall soil is drawn around the stems of each plant, and the ground heavily mulched with manure. Of the climbing and other rosea now in full bloom there are the Dawson, Pink Rambler, Yellow Rambler, Russell's Cot- tage, Pink Roamer, and some of the hybrid sweetbriars. Manda's Triumph and South Orange Perfection are just coming In, while Crimson Rambler is beginning to show color, and Rosa setigera, one of the last of the glorious pageant, gives no hint as to the character of its bloom, except that the buds are visible in great abundance. All of the above are perlectly hardy at Elizabeth Park, with the excep- A MID-SUMMER VIEW IN VAN OLEVE PARK, MINNEAPOLIS. igoz. The American Florist. 779 WILLIAM BULL. EMMETT S. GOFF. THREE PROMINENT MEN WHO DIED RECENTLY--8EE Page 788. ANDREW M'CONNELL. and improvements in 1901 being $641,896. Both park systems make large use of greenhouse material and some of the picturesque views with which they abound are shown in the accompanying illustrations. In addition to the public grounds, St. Paul has one of the finest private places in the northwest, that of James J. Hill, recently illustrated and described in these columns, and those who have an interest in orchid culture, and their num- ber Is constantly increasing, will find one of the largest collections in America in the range of houses of Dr. R. Schiffmann, St. Paul, whose place is shown and whose work is described in this issue. The Greatest of British Exhibitions. It is hardly necessary to say that the Temple Show attracted horticulturists to London from all parts of the kingdom, and the number of continental visitors was greater than usual. The King and Queen visited the exhibition on the first day and walked about and chatted with the officers in attendance in a most unconventional manner. They appeared particularly interested in the orchids, roses, carnations and the quaint Japan- ese dwarfed trees which were shown by Barr & Sons and several others. Turner's Crimsom Rambler roses were the finest I have seen. Cuthbert's hardy azaleas were also a feature. The trusses of bloom were very large but there was an entire absence of foliage. This is a cultural detail worth noting, for it is evident that by taking ofi" the young shoots the flowers attain greater size. Some marvelous new orchids were seen, of the odontoglossum, Iselio-cat- tleya and phalsenopsis sections. The principal trade exhibitors were Sander & Company, Hugh Low & Company, Cowan & Company, Charlesworth & Company and J. Cypher. There were also several continental exhibitors, including Linden, of Brussels, whose exhibit was remarkable for the fine sp Jtted forms of Odontoglossum crispum. M. Jules Hye de Crom's exhibit included O. Wilckeanum imperatorinm, which gained a first-class certificate. Cutbush & Son's group, which con- sisted chiefly of carnations, was a great attraction, all the best Malmaison and border varieties being represented. Calla BIHottiana was also shown and a very distinct strain of dwarf tuberous bego- nias, which seem likely to be valuable for bedding. There were eleven different shades of color. Little Pet, with the colors added, being the distinctive name. Tuberous begonias of the larger-flow- ered varieties showed a further advance in form and size of flowers, many of the doubles being especially fine. The prin- cipal exhibitors were T. S. Ware, R. R. Davis & Son, Cannell & Sons, H. J. Jones and J. R. Box. Cannell & Sons' group of cannas was the finest that has ever been seen at this season of the year. Hugh Low & Com- pany's carnations were verv fine, chiefly Malmaison varieties. Mr. Hudson, Leo- pold de Rothschild's gardener, also staged a fine group of these. Grand groups of roses came from G. Paul & Son and W. Paul & Son, fine bush plants and tall standards, showing remarkable cultural skill. Of newer varieties Lady Battersea gives promise of being valuable. B. Cant & Son also had a fine group of roses, the tall stand- ards among the d warfer plants produc- ing a fine efiect. Veitch & Sons' streptocarpi showed still further improvement, dwarf and compact in habit with plenty of bloom of large size and distinct colors. Phyllo- cacti were also well shown, the colors being remarkably vivid. Their large group of stove plants contained a great variety of valuable material, the nepen- thes, caladinms, alocasias, dracasnas and others making a most imposing group. They also had a finely arranged group of greenhouse and hardy flowering plants. Waterer & Sons' rhododendrons were very fine. Pink Pearl being conspicuous. Fisher, Son & Sibray also had a fine group, including some distinct varieties of which Countess Fitzwilliam, Mrs. J. Clutton and Kate Waterer were worthy of special note. This firm also secured the Sherwood cup for a really grand dis- play of hardy foliage and flowering plants, the Japanese maples being very conspicuous. Lilac Mme. Lemoine was grandly flowered. Cytisus Handsworth- ensis and Pyrus Aria were especially good. T. Cripps & Sons and Messrs. Russell also had fine groups in the open, the acers being a feature. Dimorphanthus Mandshuricus fol. Argentens marginata (a beautiful name) is good for sub-trop- ical gardens. Clipped trees in various shapes were shown by Cutbush & Sons. Balchin & Sons had a fine group of hard-wooded plants, Leschenaultia biloba major being particularly worthy of note. Carter & Company occupied the whole of the center of one tent with groups of Cineraria cruenta, calceolarias, petunias and many other things. The Misses Hopkins attracted much attention with rock plants These enterprising ladies seemed to be doing a good trade. A. J. A. Bruce had a splendid collection of sarracenias. Capt. G. L. Holford's group of amaryllises showed great cult- ural skill. Ferns were not quite so numerous as usual but J. Hill & Sons made a grand display, the platyceriums on cork being most conspicuous. L. J. Cling also staged an interesting group, Backhouse & Sons had a good collection of filmy ferns and H. B. May showed a fine Polypodium Mayii. Clematises were well shown by Jack- man & Sons. Among the novelties, Marcel Mostr was fine, also some of the hybrids of C. calycina. Those from R. Smith & Company were also good. Caladinms were well represented by J. Peed & Son's exhibit, and from Sander & Companv came some distinct novel- ties. J. J. Upton showed gloxinias which had travelled from Manchester, but not a single flower had been damaged. Schizanthus Wisetonensis was shown by H. Low & Company, also by Veitch & Sons. A grand lot of specimens of Pelargonium capitatum and other scented varieties came from Leopold de Roths- child. Cut tulips were a strong attraction. There is a great revival in the interest taken in the Darwins, Parrots and old English garden tulips. The "St. Brigid" anemones from Reamsbottom & Com- pany, of Ireland, attracted a deal of com- ment. These are sometimes called poppy anemones, and are hybrids between A. coronaria and A, hortensis, both of which were introduced over 300 years ago, but it is only recently we have had 780 The American Florist. June 21, these beautiful varieties in such perfec- tion. There was a beautiful display of cut roses by George Mount, many of them being cut with long stems. Frank Cant also had a fine collection, the new tea, Lady Roberts, which I referred to in pre- vious notes, being very fine. H. Orchids From the Philippines. Dr. Rudolph Schiffmann, of St. Paul, is an enthusiast in orchid growing and has probably the largest collection of plants in the northwest, as well as one of the largest collections in the country, largest both in point of number of plants and varieties. The Doctor began his collection about ten years ago and has steadily added to it, both by purchase from American and European collectors and by orchid hunting trips to Mexico and Central and South America. He but recently returned from his most ambitious trip, to the Philippines, bring- ing the largest importation of phalaenop- sis ever brought to this country. Among the thousands of plants now under cultivation Dr. Schiffmann has about 200 from the famous collection of the late Erastus Corning, of Albany. There are four houses, heated by hot water and heavily stocked. The cattleya house is 18x70 and also shelters the Iselias, many of them grand specimens, also the arides, burlingtonias, miltonias, dendrobiums and cypripediums. In the intermediate house, a lean-to 8x20 facing south, are the Mexican leelias, odonto- glossums, lycastes and oncidiums. The East Indian house Is an even-span building 16x20 and in it is a splendid collection of pbalasnopsii in many rare varieties, saccolabiums, vandas, the heat-loving varieties of dendrobium, Cattleya Dowiana, C. chrysotoia, C. speciosissima, C. superba, C. Schilleriana, Miltonia Roezlii in quantity and a choice importation of phatenopsis the Doctor says: "The plants were secured a year ago by my collectors and were estab- lished on blocks of wood of a uniform length, about fifty plants on each. In preparation for shipment the blocks were fixed securely to the inside of the cases and as many rows along the center as could be attached without endangering the foliage. Oblong holes were sawed through the sides and ends of the cases and these openings covered with wire cloth to protect the plants from the ravages of roaches and other insects which infest all steamers of the Orient. "The plants were in transit thirty-two days between the Philippines and St. Paul and arrived in fine condition. Had I not accompanied them and looked after their welfare every day, giving light and air on all favorable occasions, the result would have been difierent. As it is, the loss will not exceed ten per cent. As an experiment a portion of the plants were securely packed in dry excelsior, with holes for air, but the cases were not opened during the passage, and these did not arrive in as good condition as those which were placed upright in cases and given occasional light and air. "I am convinced that the reason it has been so difficult heretofore to import phalsnopsis in good condition is that they had not been properly prepared for the voyage and because of the careless manner in which they are handled on ship board. It was with the greatest diflSculiy that the stevedores could be made to understand that the rope handles at the ends of each case were for use and not for ornament. Unless you stand by and watch each case as it is brought aboard they will be treated as though they were bales of hemp, shaking the plants loose in the cases and bruis- ing the leaves, with consequent loss of foliage which means weeks of subsequent careful nursing. PORTION OF DR. SCHIFFMANN'S rMPORTATION OF PHAL/EN0P8I8 FROM PHILIPPINES. lot of ornamental foliage plants. The odontoglosEum house, a lean-to Sx20, contains over 500 specimens, principally of the Odontoglossum crispum section, alio some fine sobralias in variety. The climate of Minnesota, especially the cool nights in summer, seems particularly well adapted to the requirements of odontoglossums, as shown by their robust growth, healthy foliage and fine flower spikes. With regard to the recent great "Phalaenopsis amabilis and P. Schilleri- ana are found principally on the Island of Luzon. I am told the latter is found on none of the other islands. The plants are found growing on trees and rocks near the lagoons. P. Stuartianais found in Mindanao. While plants are said to be plentiful in the islands, yet on account of the present disturbed condition of afl'airs, which is likely to last for some time, coupled with the hazard of trans- portation and last, but not least, the absurdity of charging duly on these plants although derived from our own colony, prices are likely to be maintained for a long while to come. Steamers will receive plants only at owner's risk and refuse to assume any responsibility whatever. Besides, owing to the preva- lence of cholera in the Philippines at the present time, a clean bill of health must be secured from the U. S. Marine Hos- pital service, or the plants are liable to be denied a landing when reaching onr shores. "Let me suggest that the Society of American Florists take up this matter of duty imposed upon plants from our new colonies at the next meeting and petition congress for a repeal. The Philippines oflfer a great field for exploration for floral treasures, but under present condi- tions England and other countries derive the benefit, which should first accrue to Americans. "The plants 1 brought with me consist of Phalsenopsis amabilis, P. Schilleriana, P. intermedia, P. Luddemanniana, P. lencorrhoda, P. Sanderiana and P. Stuartiana; Vanda Boxalli, V. lamel- lata and V. Sanderiana; Saccolabinm gnttatum and S. violaceum; dendrob- iums in variety; Cypripedium Argus, C. Haynaldianum and Renanthera Storiei. I shall make the experiment of growing phalasnopsis flowers for the market and expect to return to the Philippines next year for a still larger lot of plants, which are now being secured by my collectors." William Whatton is the gardener in charge. ROSES. BENCHING THE VOONG STOCK. All those rose growers who have not planted their young stock in the benches should lose no time in doing so. The hot weather is upon us and you will find it almost impossible to keep the plants in pots in a growing condition; they drj' out so quickly that it is necessary to water at least twice a day and on account of this treatment they are soon in need of nourishment, as this frequent watering has washed all of the nutri- ment out of the soil. Of course, while the planting is being done, you will be very anxious to use all your men, but do not trust this work to any but those whom you know to be competent. It you have grafted stock you will find that a careless man will either break them off or he will not plant them deep enough. In planting grafted stock sink the ball into the soil far enough to allow the union to be completely cov- ered. By so doing you obviate the dan- ger of breaking and it also keeps the union strong. I think it is a good plan to place the stakes at once and if you are too badly rushed with work, make only one tie to a plant, so as to hold them in place when syringing, but as soon as possible they should all be tied, being careful to tie each branch separately and not in bunches. After the young stock is planted and has started to grow you will find that mildew is not quite as liable to bother you as when the plants were in pots. If you see that it is appearing, the sulphur machine should be put in action. Always take advantage of a rainy day and start the fires. By doing this you will do more towards checking mildew than is possi- ble in any other way. Attend carefully to the disbudding and watch for the ManettI shoots to appear. These should be cut out at once, as they igo2. The American Florist. 781 CATTLEYA HOUSE OF DR. RUDOLPH SCHIFFMANN, ST. PAUL, MINN. draw very heavily on the plants. The black spot is not liable to bother you much on Brides or Bridesmaids but many of the other sorts are very susceptible to it, such as Liberty and Beauty. As fast as this appears it should be picked off, and care should be taken not to let water remain on the foliage over night. The houses should be gone through at least twice a week after planting to attend to the Manetti shoots and the disbudding. Do not let them flower until you have large, strong plants, as the early flowers will not pay as well as a good crop for Christmas. R. I. Tarrytown, N. Y. The annual rose exhibition of the Tar- rytown Horticultural Society at the Academy last Monday evening brought out some brilliant and creditable dis- plays. D. McFarlane, gardener to H Walter Webb, was the largest exhibitor of outdoor roses, stagingninety varieties in splendid form. The F. R. Pierson Company led in the climbing rose sec- tion. There were a number of other exhibitors, but Mr. McFarlane was first in all the remaining classes, and his set of twelve Margaret Dickson could not be excelled. L. A. Martin was first with a collection of fifty varieties of flowering shrubs. In this class Thos. Cockburn also made a good record. Nothing more attractive was staged than Mr. Scott's display of hardy herbaceous flowers. Strawberries from a number of contribu- tors were splendid. The show was tree to all visitors. Chicago. WEEK OF LAEGE SUPPLIES OF POOR MATE- KIAL AND BRISK DEMAND FOR GOOD STOCK — ROSBS AND CARNATIONS BOTH SHOW DETERIORATION. — SPLENDID P.EO- NIAS FROM COLD STORAGE. — LAEGB SALES LIKELY TO EXHAUST SUPPLY BARLY.— SUMMBE LILIES COMING IN. — MANY WED- DINGS.— MANY LOCAL DOINGS. — PERSONAL AND TRADE JOTTINGS. Midway in June there is usually a first class market for good stock, and such has been the case this year, with the one unfortunate circumstance that there has been no really good stock with which to meet the demand, that is, as to roses. There has been a big call for Beauties with few to be had, these small and many of them cripples. Brides have been in active demand for wedding work and Bridesmaids, too, but there are few to be had up to shipping grade even by sorting the thousands which the growers are still sending in. .The graded material has only brought moderate prices because of quality and the culled stock has to be jobbed off at very low rates. There are practically no Perles and the summer rose cut is not yet large. The supply of carnations still continues above the legitimate requirements, although the cut is not quite so heavy as a few weeks ago, and quality shows a marked deter- ioration. There are now few really first- class carnations and the big houses have receded from their determination to keep the market up to 10 cents a bunch. At that price a large proportion of the receipts went to waste and now clean-up sales are made at almost any figure the buyer may ofler. The paonia is really queen of the market at present, although the only stock available is from cold storage. The most active call is for pEconias and there was never better stock than that now at hand, so that at from 75 cents to $1 a dozen these flowera offer considerably the best value for the money ot anything in market. It is nothing for the big retailers, both local and in other cities, to each use from twenty-five to fifty dozen a day and at this rate the supply is likely to run out any day. There are quantities of gladioli arriving now, also large numbers of longiflorum lilies, a few speciosnm and auratum lilies and water lilies. These last do not seem to sell as well as usual. Sweet peas are doing pretty well by reason of the numerous weddings and smilai is goiagtonieet the samedemand. Joho Mangel started June 15 on a trip to his old home in Greece, also to Turkey and the south of Europe. He said he might be gone six months or a year, but his friends do not think he could deprive himself of the opportunity to admire his own handsome store front for that length of time. We are informed that the item in this column, issue of Jane 14, with reference to A. F. Longren, was incorrect, as he was simply in the employ of Michel Schawel, who has the contracts for glazing work with Poehlmann Brothers, John Bred, Peter Reinberg and the George Wittbold Company. E. C. Amling says that although the school board may have shut off the use of flowers at the high school graduation exercises, thousands of bouquets find their way to the closing exercises of the grammar schools. The small retailers near the schools did a big business this week. The big growers are getting pretty well along with the work of benching young rose stock. It is a tremendous task where there are scores of houses to plant but now there will be a breathing spell until the equally large job of moving the carnations presents itself. Kennicotts report their pteonia supply dwindhng at a great rate, but the com- mencements are well over andE. E.Pieser says the supply is likely to last pretty nearly as long as the demand, for the wholesalers are all expecting rather quiet times after the first of July. Fleischman had the order for the Man- del-Mandelbaum wedding June IS, one of the largest of the Season. Pseonias were the principal flower and 500 strings of smilax went into the decoration. The Morton Floral Company, 753 Forty-seventh street, occupies a one- story store and is building a large green- house on the roof, which will be a consid- erable addition to their facilities. The roses at the south side parks have CORNER IN THE ODONTOGLOSSUM HOUSE OF DR. R. SCHIFFMANN, ST. PAUL, MINN. 782 The American Florist. June 21, been a great attraction in the last couple of weeks. The show has been even finer than usual but the many heavy raini did some damage to the flowers. Bassett & Washburn had twenty-six men at work cultivating their field of carnations this week. The stock shows up nicely considering the very heavy rains. McKellar & Wlnterson report the sales of baskets for commencement exercises to have been rather ahead of any previous year, but most of them went outside the city. John Huebner, with the Central Floral Company, has the sympathy of many friends in the loss of his father, who died Thursday. Funeral Tune 22. Jacob Wiesenthal, president of the Invalid Appliance Company, took unto himself a wile and went to Omaha on a wedding trip June 10. George Reinberg has about finished his new range of houses and has things in good shape for a nice summer rose cut. There is already talk of early closing and beginning July 1 most of the houses, if not all, will lock the door at 5:30. Frank Garland is at work rebuilding one house and may conclude to add one or two new ones a little later. J. J. McGill, of W. W. Barnard & Com- pany, has been at his old home in Iowa this week, on vacation. The Poehlmann Brothers Company is pushing along the work of glazing their new houses. The J. D. Thompson Carnation Com- pany increased its capital stock by $18,- 000 June 10. Joseph Foerster, of George Reinberg's, Is at Mildmay, Ontario, this week on vacation. Peter Reinberg was a delegate to last week's big democratic county conven- tion. The latest quotation on small lots of window glas9 is $4.65 per box. Jas. S. Wilson has returned from the east. Visitors: F. H. Hall, Denver, Col., enroute to Europe; G. H. Blackman and J. C. Elspermann and wife, EvansvUle, Ind.; Ernest Marland, Alexandria. Ind ; N. Bommersbach, Decatur; 111., D. R. Woods, Los Angeles, Cal. Boston. r.BONIA EXHIBITION OF HORTICDLTOEAL SOCIETY PROVES GOOD. — DATE A FEW DATS LATE.— FINE EXHIBITS FOR THE KELWAY PREMIUMS.— GRAND DISPLAY OF SPRING BLOOM AT ARNOLD ARBORETUM. — BUSINESS ABOUT AS USUAL AT THE SEASON. — VARIOUS JOTTINGS OF HORTI- CULTURAL WTEREST.-PERSONAL DOINGS. The annual peeonla exhibition took place at Horticultural Hall on Saturday, June 14. Owing to the advanced season a few days earlier would have been a better date for the show, but neverthe- less the display was very fine. The cov- eted Kelway special medals oflered for eighteen named varieties of P. albiflora were won, first, by A. H. Fewkes and, second, by George Hollls. For a collec- tion of thirty or more varieties T. C. Thurlow was awarded first premium and George Hollis second, J. H. White win- ning first for specimen bloom. The large vases of blooms arranged for effect were, as heretofore, an eflective feature, the winners, in order named, being Mrs. J. L. Gardner, George Hollis, Mrs. E M. Gill and A. F. Estabrook. Paeonias from O. B. Hadwen and J. S. Chase, foxgloves from Mrs. Gardner and W. Whittmann and campanulas, gloxinias, pansies, roses and other seasonable flowers from many other exhibitors helped to make up a very attractive general display. This is the month of roses at the Arnold Arboretum and the show of native and foreign species and varieties in flower is superb. The laurels are now at their best, also, following close upon the rhododendrons, all of which, except the late flowering R. maximum, are now through blooming. Viburnums and philadelphuses are still flowering pro- fusely and the beautiful fountain-like Ligustrum Ibota is just opening. A visit to the Arboretum and other parts oi the Boston park system is on the programme for the entertainment of the members of the New England Park Superintendents' Association which meets here on Friday and Saturday of this week. Business continues about as reported last week. There is as yet no diminution of the product and considerable surplus is apparent in many lines, but the coming two weeks will provide a good market on account of the many school and col- lege graduation exercises and the Boston school festival on June 28 will wind up the season with a snap. A meeting wag held on the evening of June 7, at the rooms of the Twentieth Century Club, of those interested In pro- viding a fitting reception for the visitors to the convention of the American Park and Outdoor Art Association next August, at which it is expected several hundred park commissioners and superintendents will be in attendance. The annual exhibition cf roses and strawberries originally scheduled for next week is on for Thursday and Friday of this week, the extreme earliness of the season having made it necessary to change the date for the show. A full account thereof will appear in next week's notes. Governor's Island, in Boston harbor, on which Fort Winthrop is located, has been transferred by the national govern- ment to the city for use for park pur- poses. It is expected that it will be the most beneficial and popular feature of the entire park system. Fred. S. Davis, the genial secretary of the Horticultural Club, was slightly injured by being pushed from the plat- form against a movingcar in thesubway at Park street on Saturday, June 7. He had a narrow escape from serious injury. "Uncle Dick" Richards, the rose enthu- siast, of Brookline, celebrated his ninety- first birthday on June 10. P. Welch and F. R. Mathison spent a few days at Mr. Welch's Old Orchard Beach home last week. W. E. Doyle has vacated his old store on Tremont street. Visitors: J. S. Wilson, Western Springs, 111; C.W.Ward, Queens, N. V; Julius Roehrs, Rutherford, X. J. THE FOUNTAIN IN LOGAN PARK, MINNEAPOLIS, MINN. igo2. The American Florist. 783 LAKE IRIS PARK, ST. PAUL, MINN. New York. ORGANIZATION AT BROOKLYN A NOTABLE HORTICULTURAL EVENT. — HOPE THAT NBW SOCIETY MAY ENJOY A LONG AND USEFUL LIFE —GOOD PROGRESS MADE. — A SPURT OF GOOD BUSINESS BEFORE THE SUMMER SOLSTICE. — VERY LARGE RECEIPTS AND BUYERS CRITICAL. The most notable recent horticultural event in thii neighborhood is the iorma- tion of the Brooklyn Horticultural Society. Organized principally for the purpose of perfecting arrangements for a suitable welcome to the American Carna- tion Society, which i8 to meet here next spring, it is the hope of its promoters that the new society may find encourage- ment and support sufficient to establish it as a permanent institution which shall at last provide the metropolis with the long- desired representative hor- ticultural organization. Located as it is, in the midst of the largest residential community on the continent, in touch with, and yet sufficiently removed from, the active business life of the great city, it is reasonable to hope that with wise council and discerning foresight public enthusiasm may be adequately aroused and thus an honorable and useful career assured for this new enterprise. The second meeting in the work of primary organization was held in the lecture room of the Y. M. C. A., on Tuesday evening, June 17, with about twenty-five of the leading florists present, Mr. Ward presiding. Reports of progress were made by the several committees appointed at the previous meeting and the guarantee subscription list toward the expense of entertaining the visitors next spring received a number of sub- stantial additions. A rough dratt of proposed by-laws was recommitted to the committee to be presented in perfected form at the next meeting which will be held on Tuesday evening, July 1. Business conditions are more hopeful this week, there being a continuous suc- cession of weddings, steamer departures and school and college graduation exer- cises which for a brief time previous to the summer quiet will keep the retailers busily engaged. The worst feature at present is the enormous receipts at the wholesale establishments. Buyers can afiord to be critical as to quality and they are. The result is a very large stock of unacceptable material which, if sold at all, must be disposed of at unquotable prices. Carnations are badly over-stocked and even those of good quality are placed with difficulty at anything more than customary rubbish price. Cattleyas are magnificent. Especially fine was a box of C. glgas noted at Young & Nugent's. The committee in charge of the New York Florists' Club's excursion, which takes place July 7, are very anxious to hear from all who propose to participate. They are working hard to make the affair one of great pleasure to all who attend and it is due to them that a generous response should be made to their appeal and that they should know- as soon as possible how many they will be expected to provide for. The boat can carry 600 or 800 people comfortably. George M. Stumpp sailed for Europe on Tuesday and H. Looymans Wednesday on the Southward. Henry Siebrecht, Jr., sails next week. Harry Bayersdorfer and Mrs. Bayers- dorfer, of Philadelphia, sailed for Europe on June 17, on the Kaiser Wilhelm der Grosse. Thomas Knight, American representa- tive of Linden & Company, Belgium, will sail shortly for Europe. Visitors: Robert Craig and Wm. P. Craig, Philadelphia. Philadelphia. EXTREMES OF TEMPERATUEB RESULT IN DETERIORATING ROSE CROP.— CARNA- TIONS ALSO SHOW EFFECTS OF HOT DAYS. — PRICES LOW. — TRADE FAIR. — OUTING AT BARNEGATBAY. — HORTICULT- URAL SOCIETY HOLDS GOOD SESSION. — NOTES OF VARIOUS LOCAL HAPPENINGS. We have had some extremes of weather, one day hot enough for the shirtwaist man and the next the temperature was such that an overcoat felt very comforta- ble. Such rapid change has had its effect on the tea roses and many of them show it in their mildewed foliage. The per- centage of specials in a shipment of Beauties is now very low and it is hard to fill orders for such stock. Teas are also very poor. Prices have fallen in proportion and $6 per hundred is about the best price for teas, with $1 50 to $2 a dozen for special Beauties. Carnations are also getting smaller and $1 per hun- dred is about all they will bring, except for something very fancy. Although the price is low some of the growers say they are selling well and bring in asmuch money per day now as at any time in the winter, as the crop is so abundant. Sweet peas are about at their height and much difficulty is experienced in getting anything like paying prices. This week winds up the commencements, which have helped the spring business more than ever before. A number of the boys journeyed to Waretown last Saturday, at the invita- tion of John Westcott. His club house li right on the banks of Bamegat Bay and is everything that such a place should be. Underneath the nationa emblem which flies from a tall pole a 784 The American Florist, June 21, the front steps is a pennant of the colors of the Florists' Club. Commodore West- cott is a Philadelphia Florists' Club man to the core and never tires in doing any- thing that is of interest to, or ior the club. It was mainly to entertain hi» many friends that he provided this haven of rest far from the busy hubbub of the city. Among the clnb members present on this occasion were Wm. Westcott, George Anderson, George Craig, John Habermehl, George Moss, John Dunham, Charles Eimmerman, Benjamin Leever, Wm. B. Westcott and George Redford. Business kept some of the craft at home, but George Watson was afraid of the tiny mosquito. As, howevc", there was not one to be seen he lost one of the times of his life. John N. May graced the company with his presence late Saturday. The amusements consisted of target shooting, quoits, sailing and fishing. This latter was not very successful as the fish have not commenced to run much as yet. Richard Lynex, the retired wire worker, who at one time made all the work for the florists of the city, was present and although past 80 years of age is as spry as a man of 60 and favored the boys with some great singing. On Monday morning all hands joined in cheers for their host and promises in reply to his hearty invitation to come again soon. has had the best season in his business experience. His Beauties did exception- ally well and so did the English rose. Sunrise, which he will grow In larger quantities the coming season. Trolley rides through the suburbs at this time show how popular the Crim- son Rambler has become, as its gorgeous clusters of blossoms are to be seen every- where. Robert Craig is under the weather and has (tone to the seashore to recuperate. K. Before and After. The two accompanying illustrations are from photographs at the Pavillion at the Horticultural Gardens, Toronto, Ont. One shows the elaborate decora- tions of the banquet hall as arranged by J. H. Dunlop, for the Canadian Boards of Trade. Covers werelaid for415 guests and the decorations were undoubtedly the finest ever seen in the Pavillion. Shortly after the guests had departed fire broke out and the building, which was a frame structure, was burned to the ground with all its contents. The smaller illustration shows how it looked the next day. The Florists' and Gar- deners' Association deplores the loss in particular, for it was here that the chrys- RUINS OF THE PAVILLION, HORTICULTURAL GARDENS, TORONTO, ONT. The June meeting of the Horticultural Society was very well attended. There was a fine exhibition of Iris Kaempferi, H. A. Dreer having some forty varieties. There were also fine sweet peas, gloxinias and a vase of seedling anthuriums in nearly all shades from white to dark red. Dr. Henry Skinner, entomologist of the society, gave an illustrated address on "Beneficijl and Injurious Insects." The first named variety eat up the other kind and for this season are called beneficial. Seventeen year locusts, so- called, were descnbed and the lecturer stated that they are perfectly harmless, as they do not eat except when In the ground and the only damage they do is when they deposit their eggs in the ends ofthe branches of trees, which does but little harm. John Welsh Young, of Germantown, anthemum and carnation shows were held, and there was no charge for rent or heat. The Pavillion was the scene of the convention ofthe S. A. F. in 1891. H. O. D. Pittsburg. TRADE HELD .P BY WEDDING AND COM- MENCEMENT OR DEHS.— LITTLE ELSE DOING —BOSBS SHOW CONSIDERABLB lUPHOVEMKNT. — RETAILERS EXPECT PROSPERITY TO CONTINUE THROUGH lUNE.— NOTES OF VABIOIIS DOINGS. Transient business took a sudden drop during the week, but the exceptional number of orders for bouquets and bas- kets for commencement exercises will greatly assist in maintaining the volume of salts. Good white roses are in great demand and we do not get half enough. Some very good roses are coming in from the north. Eastern stock seems to have improved during the week. Carnot, Liberty and Beauty are first-class and there is a special demand for the two latter. Goethe is the best carnation, while Scott and Joost are good. Pros- perity, in this hot weather, seems to retain very little of its pink shading and they are invariably selected for white, this absence of color being not undesira- ble. Lily of the valley is good and quan- tities of lavender and pink sweet peas are to be had, and they sell well. Orders for bridal sets are coming in with the usual regularity and they will continue to do so until the last day of June. A great many bay trees have been sold in and around Pittsburg during the past month. The standards seem to be the best sellers. When florists order trees of this character they should have them completely encased, as the express com- panies charge a double or triple rate if the tops are unprotected or exposed. Jos. H. Seaman, of Washington, Pa., who is a "W. & J." man and successorto I. S. Crall, controls the college trade, which Is valuable. He had a great run on Beauties during the commencement week. Thos. Malbranc and Schrader & Schmid, of Johnstown, Pa., are enjoying the height of the June business. Both firms have developed a fine trade and expect to increase it. "Sid" Gibbs, of McKees Rocks and Car- negie, Pa., is more than gratified with the success of both his ventures. A. W. Smith is displaying some pretty and nicely arranged hanging baskets. E. L. M. Cincinnati. CLUB HOLDS AN ACTIVE SESSION. — MANY DEBATES — OFFICERS ELECTED FOR THE ENSUING YEAR.— TRADE GOOD BUT STOCK IN HEAVIEST SUPPLY EVER KNOWN. — VARIOUS DOINGS OF LOCAL INTEREST. Considering the warm weather of the past few days business continues very good, but there is not near enough call to consume all the flowers coming in. Never before have we had as many flow- ers in this market at this time of the year as we had last week. It seems as though flowers are coming to this city from all directions. One of the express compa- nies had so many boxes to deliver one morning that they could not get them all on one wagon. This is something unusual for our town and this was only one company of the half dozen located here. Funeral work used up the largest percentage of the stock received. There are some wedding decorations and a few dinners now and then. Hardesty & Company had two dinners last Satur- day, both calling for Beauty roses, of which they used 2,000. Of course they had to go to Chicago for these, as Bean- ties are a scarce article in this city at present writing. Mrs. Kresken has been very busy with funeral work, having two wagon loads of designs (or Capt. Hadley's funeral last Thursday. The balance of the florists all had their share of work and seem contented. The meeting of the Florists' Society last Saturday night, owing to the elec- tion of oflicers ior the ensuing year, was well attended. There were twenty-two members present and the meeting proved quite a spirited one. Never Ijefore were the discussions entered into by so many different persons and it proved we have ijuite a number of orators in our society. It was decided to give an outing next month and Ben. George, Will Murphy, igo2. The American Florist. 785 THE PAVILLION, HORTICULTURAL GARDENS, TORONTO, ONT., DECORATED BY JOHN H. (As it appeared Ihc niglit it uas destroyed tjy fire.) DUNLOP. J.W. Rodgers, Max Rudolph and Richard Witterstaetter were appointed a com- mittee to arrange for the aflair. Ben. George procured a fine portrait of our late friend. Edwin Hoffmeister, to hang in the club room and was tendered a vote of thanks by the society. The fol- lowing directors were then elected: Wm. Murphy, Wm. Schuman, Frank W. Ball, Ben. George and Georj^e Murphy, who went into executive session and elected the following officers: President, Wm Murphy; vice-president, Wm. Schuman; secretary, Frank Ball; treasurer, Ben. Georjie. The next meeting of the society will be held at Cbas. Pommert's place. Amelia, O All those wishing to attend this meeting will kindly notify B. G. Gillett, who will make all arrangements in regard to transportation. Quite a hail storm struck this vicinity last Sunday evening, doing considerable damage at Hartwell and Hyde Park. I. F. Conger, of Hartwell, had about 800 feet of glass broken and congratulates himself that he has insurance. Gus. Meier, at Hyde Park, states that the hailstones that fell on his glass were of good size, but he did not lose a pane of glass. W. T. and F. P. Butz, of New Castle, Pa., were in the city this week, visiting the dii^'etent growers to get some new ideas of greenhouse building and to place an order with the Lockland Lumber Company for material for a new range of greenhouses. Richard Witterstaetter is sending to this market at present a white carnation which is pretty hard to beat. It is about three inches in diameter and I am told the plants growing in the benches are a mass of bloom and buds. Invitations are out for the wedding of Fred. W. Bramestrin to Miss Louisa Esther Rutley, June 25, at the home of the bride, Chatham, Ontario. At home after October 1 at Covington, Ky. D. St. Louis. TRADE WELL AHBAD OF THE SAME PERIOD LAST YEAR. — LITTLE GOOD STOCK TO BE HAD BUT HEAVY RECEIPTS CLEAN UP WELL. — VARIOUS LOCAL NOTES. Trade is somewhat better this week than it has been in the past and is much better than at this same period in 1901. The exceedingly hot and dry spell of the last two weeks is showing in the quality of the flowers sent into the market. Roses, especially, are very small and of poor color. Golden Gates are about the best sent in, but a few Liberties are also very good. They bring up to $6 per hundred for the best. Some Beauties are sent in but only a few are good enough to bring fair prices. Carnations h ve stood the heat much better than roses and the receipts are large. The best varieties are Triumph and Joost, for pink, and Flora Hill and White Cloud, for white. Eldorado and Crane are also very good. Daybreak is entirely played out and very lew are to be had. F. W. Ude, Jr., is building a new greenhouse and has Mr. Berdan to help him put it up. Gross Brothers are also building some new houses. Mrs. M. M. Ayers had bad luck last week, in that she lost both her new wagons in the fire at the Academy of Riding building, and also her harness, all valued at $600. One of the wagons was just out of the shop and the other one was not quite a year old. Bentzen & Renter will start on their new houses next week, for violets and carnations. Eugene Boudinet, partner of Christ. Hoist, of New Orleans, is in the city on business. R.J. M. St. Paul. SPRING SEAStJN TUE BEST ON RECORD. — MANY WEDDINGS AND SCHOOL COM- MENCEMENTS REQUIRE MUCH STOCK. — PLANT TRADE VERY HEAVY. — BUILDEBSI BUSY — NOTES. School commencements, weddings and funerals have created an unusually good demand for cut floweis, while civic pride coupled with good times has made the call for bedding stock very brisk. Cut flowers have been (airly abundant and of good quality, though sudden changes in temperature have mildewed some and extreme heat shriveled others. The demand for Beauties has been exception- ally good. Meteors sell at sight and are so far superior to Libertv in lasting qualities and length and stifi'ness of stem that this new candidate for favor will surely take a secondary place with the growers for summer blooming. Kaiserius and Brides have the call for weddings, while Golden Gates are most eflective in funeral designs. Roses retail at $1.50 per dozen, with the best Meteors at $2. Carnations are feeling the effect of warm 786 The American Florist. June 21, weather. Lawsons are badly faded and discolored and cannot compare with the Marquis, which appears to be first class at all times. Prosperity ia faded to nearly pure white, but Mrs. Bradt retains its size, markings and keeping qualities as in the winter. Carnations have retailed generally at 75 cents per dozen, a few ot the smaller ones going at 50 cents. Pseonlas have sold fairly well at from 50 cents to $1 per dozen. The flower buyers are beginning to appre- ciate anew the beauty of these old time favorites. L. L. May & Company have com- menced building six new houses with an aggregate of 20,000 square feet of glass and are also rebuilding their large show houses, erected fifteen years ago. Mr. Ickes, of A. Dietsch & Company, Chicago, and J. McHutchison represent- ing Aug. Rhotert, New York, were recent callers. Holm & Olson have broken ground for a range of houses on Duke street near Pleasant avenue. Fblix. Omaha. SPRING BUSINESS ENTIRELY SATISFACTORY. — PLANTS ALL CLEANED OCT.— MUCH BUILDING UNDER WAT.— HAIL DOES DAMAGE. — A NEW STORE. — OTHER NOTES. Business has been good all spring and all the florists around here and in the state of Nebraska say the same. Memorial day was almost as good as Christmas, only stock was scarce, which prevented the florists from doing much more business. Paeonias were almost all gone and very few could be had. After Memorial day spring bedding plants were all sold out and geraniums, cannas, verbenas and so forth could not be found anywhere. Stock sold at good prices. Hess & Swoboda have taken new quarters one door west on Farnam street, where they have more room. After they get their new fixtures they will have one of the best stores in the country. Mr. Hess was blessed with a daughter Tune 12. John Ederer & Son are building two new houses 18rl25. A. Donaghue is rebuilding two houses and Hess & Swoboda are building two new houses 18x200, using Garland's iron gutter. P. B. Floth has his new range underway. We had a hail storm in April, one in May and one in June. They did quite a good deal of damage to the north side florists A. Donaghue, Hess & Swoboda and J. Ederer were the losers each time. The Florists' Club had its monthly meeting June 12 and decided to have an outing in July. Grippe. S.'attle, Wash. MUCH GREENHOUSE BUILDING UNDER WAT. — MANY REMOVALS AND IMPROVEMENTS AMONG THE GROWERS. — TRADE GOOD ALL SPRING. — A LULL |UST BSFORE COM- MENCEMENTS.— VARIOUS NOTES. There is a boom on just now in green- house building which looks as if there must have been good times with the florists this last year. Malmo & Com- pany are building a store on Btoadway and East Pike street, a show house IHiGO, a warehouse and cold storage and boiler house to heat four greenhouses 18x120. John Holze, proprietor of the Madison Park Floral Company, is mov- ing to Thirteenthavenue and East Madi- son, where he is goingi to build six new Iionse8i20xl00v.'l^[e sAys he has sold more beddinjj plants this year than ever before. His Alaska trade has been some- thing extra. Bodie Bros , of East Seat- tle, are adding 15,000 feet of space to their establishment to grow carnations and chrysanthemums. They have planted 10,000 chrysanthemums for single stems. H. Harrington, on Vashon Island, is building five new houses 18x150, for carnations, chrysanthemums and aspara- gus. The Seattle Floral Company is moving to get more room at Fifth and Virginia streets, where they are putting up four new houses for general trade. The Washington Floral Company is add- ing one new house 18x110. Peter Saul is building 5,000 feet of glass on the east side of Lake Washington, to grow vege- tables. The florist business has been rather dull since Memorial day, but this week the florists are preparing for school com- mencement, which always uses up a good many flowers. Carnations are nearly done in the greenhouses but outdoor roses are plentiful and of very good quality. Outdoor carnations will be in this coming week. The state flower, the rhododendron, is just about over. Frank Bathurst, nursery manager for Malmo & Company, took a trip up to W hid by Island last week. He said that he struck one place of about twenty acres of rhododendrons that was very fine. There are thousands of seedlings on the island. There are two new flower stores opened on S;cond avenue, the Evergreen Floral Company in the drug store formerly occupied by Mrs. McCoy, who moved across the street; and one at the entrance to the Butler Hotel. The Florists' Club held a meeting on Saturday to nominate a new frultinspec- tor in place of W. Brown, who has been having trouble with the greenhouse men about scale on palms and ferns. J. C. R. Cleveland. HAIL DOES DAMAGE TO A NUMBER OF GREENHOUSE ESTABLISHMENTS. — LOSERS ALMOST ENTIRELY UNINSURED.— SINGLE THICK GLASS MOSTLY BROKEN. — GRAHAM ENDORSED FOR PLACE ON PARK BOARD. A heavy hail storm visited this city during the early part of last week and several florists' establishments bordering on the lake front suffered considerably thereby. Herman Hart reports a loss of about fifteen boxes, Fred. Aul ten boxes, August Schmitt about thirty boxes, Jno. Mollenkopf ten boxes, D. Gamble about the same amount, and James Eadie was the heaviest loser but no estimate of his loss was obtained. Few if any of the losers were insured. Perhaps this lesson will bring them into line. The greater part of the glass broken was single thick. The hailstones were about the size ot walnuts. Double thick glass did not suffer to any extent. Mr. Schmitt has decided to tear down those houses affected by the storm and rebuild, using double strength glass. The outlook for a florist being placed on the Board of Park Commissioners is exceedingly encouraging. The probate judge to whom the resolutions adopted by the club were submitted, replied very promptly, thanking the club for their assistance in the matter and recjuesting the club to name some capable horticult- urist. The committee thereupon agreed to submit the name of Adam Graham as the most suitable one lor the position, which was accordingly done. The board is to be non-partisan and to comprise four members. The picnic committee will report at our next club meeting when and where the outing will be held. All the members are requested to be on hand, as important matters are to be discussed. Echo. San Francisco. horticultural SOCIETY HOLDS VERY SUCCESSFUL MEETING — PRIZE LIST NOW READY FOR FALL SHOW. — FIRST BIG OUTING PLAN.N'ED. — TRADE FAIRLY STEADY. — ASTERS IN BUT NOT WANTED. A very successful meeting of the Pacific Coast Horticultural Society was held June 14, Five new members were initiated and four proposed. The prize lists for the approaching show were dis- tributed. Conspicuous among the prizes are those given by the Cox Seed and Plant Company, $60 in various classes. The day lor the excursion to the Califor- nia Nursery Company's place at Niles was set for the first Sunday in July and it promises to be a large afiair. It will be the first joint outing for all those interested in the flower and plant busi- ness and most of the flower stores will very likely be closed for that day. The first anniversary of this society will be celebrated at the same time. After the meeting the committee on entertainment kept the members together until almost midnight by muiic and recitals by a phonograph. Business for the last week was good up to the last two or three days, when a con- siderable falling oft" was noticed. The visiting Shriners have made things quite interesting for the stores and go away with the very best impression of Califor- nia flowers, carnations especially. J. W. Shanahan Is at present at Djuglas City, in Trinity county, on pleasure and business. Some asters are In, but do not take well as it is too early for them and the stems are too short. Golden Gate. Denver. LIBERAL USE OF STOCK FOR SCHOOL CLOSINGS. — P.EONIA CROP A FAILURE IN MONEY RETURNS. — BUSINESS CHANGES. — BOLDT TAKES A NEW POSITION. The useof flowers forschool commence- ments this year was quite encouraging and seems to be gradually getting back where it belongs. Medium priced roses were mostly used, although quantities of carnations were disposed of. The old custom of sending baskets of flowers has died out and I do not know of a single instance where a basket was called for this year. Pii-onias did not go oS well and, while quality this seasoo has been up to previous years, the crop has proved a failure in so far as money returns go. Of course they could be figured as a show, but then to sell them is far better, or in the vernacular, we'd rather "deliver the goods". Oaitea few changes are noted. Miss Bessie Hortop, who formerly conducted a small store on one of the side streets, has branched out into a larger one on our leading street, which gives all a little more competition. Another concern has opened under the name of the New York Floral Company, but who they are other than Greeks, I do not know. Ben. Boldt, tor the past two years fore- man for the Park Floral Company, has left to take charge of the Daniels ."t Fisher greenhouses. Before leaving his old job he was presented with a fine watch charm by his fellow employes and Mr. Valentine,, president of the Park igo2. The American Florist. 787 Floral Company, presented him with a beantifnl gold watch, so Ben. went away perhaps sorrowful, but knowing he stood well with those he left behind. B. Detroit. FESTIVITIES OF JDNE CHEATING A DEMAND WHICH bVEHTAXES THE SOUSCES OK SUPPLY.— ROSES POOR BUT MOVING WELL. —CLUB HAS AN OUTING AND A MEETING. Jane weddings and school commence- ments are giving an impetus to business that is taxing the sources of supply to the utmost. American Beauty and Meteor rosea lead in the popular demand, w^hile the stock of pink roses and colored carnations of good quality is easily dis- posed of, and the present activity gives indications of holding out well for another week. It is a trying time for the rose growers, as the weather is so changeable and unseasonable, close and humid one day, suddenly changing to ■cold and rain. Then they have the addi- ■tional trouble of the dreaded thrip, ■which is new to most local growers, but BO one Is now escaping its ravages. The club meeting Wednesday evening vyas given to miscellaneous work, includ- ing preparations for an outing in the near future to Bois Blanc Island. From present indications a party of about ■fifteen will attend the convention at Asheville in August. A party of eighteen members of the club enjoyed an outing Thursday of last week, going to Algonac, above Lake St. Clair. The day was pleasantly spent in fishing, ending with a banquet in the ■evening. J. F. Sullivan is about to build one house, for chrysanthemums, 24x100 feet. Visitors: W. H.Watson, Lapeer, Mich.; J. W. Begbie, New York. J. F. S. Columbus, O. OOODP.SONIASFEOM CHICAGO A WELCOME ADDITION TO THE STOCK. — GOOD KOSBS NOT TO BB HAD. — VARIOUS NOTES. Some very fine psonias are still being shipped in from Chicago and they have been a great help in some of the decora- tions. A good rain last week helped the sweet pea crop so that we are now get- ting some good stock from the suburban .growers. The closing of schools and colleges is creating quite a demand for roses, but the supply is short; in fact, good stock is out of the question. We are longing for the asters, of which there wiU be a good supply in this section If we are favored with a little more rain. Some of the growers are starting to replant their roses and it will not be long until all the old stock is replaced ■with a new crop. Mr. Crabb, formerly with the Livings- ton Seed Company, has charge of the new establishment on West Seventh avenue. Mr. Smith, a well known furni- ture man of this city, is the proprietor. Carl. HagerstowD, Md. HEAVY RUN OF SPRING BUSINESS —BOTH BEDDING STOCK AND CUT FLOWERS IN GOOD DEMAND.— BUILDING OPERATIONS. —THE MAYOR. Spring trade is at its height, the florists reporting a brisk trade all along the line. Geraniums, verbenas and all sorts of bedding stock are much in demand and, while no shortage is anticipated, all indications point to a cle^n sweep. The usual quota of June weddings, school commencements and so forth will keep things moving thioughout this month. After that a general cleaning up, rebuild- ing and remodeling will be the order of day. Wm. Bester has already commenced building three additional rose houses each 18x100. These are being built in the most modern, upto-d^te way, with no partitions between. While at it Mr. Bester will give his other houses a general overhauling. Henry A. Bester will add two good-sized carnation houses. While growing a general stock for his retail trade. Mr. Bester will pay particu- lar attention to the carnation. At both places I found things in splendid condition. A call upon the mayor of the city, Hon. Henry Holzapfel, proved interesting. Mayor Holzapfel is first, last and all the time a florist of the progressive school, but to be mayor of a progressive city at the age oi 27 or 28 is an honor achieved by few. He entered ofiice with the sole purpose of doing his duty as behooves a good citizen and that the city of Hagerstown will profit by his services is a foregone conclusion. Nomis. Providence. BUSINESS DULL.— STREET RAILWAY STRIKE DOBS NOT AFFECT FLORISTS. — BOWLING CLUB IN PROSPECT. Business has resolved itself into a state of pronounced quietness. Flow^ers are coming in fast and meet an overflowing market. One day last week a depart- ment store announced a sale of five thousand carnations at 15 cents per dozen. Carnations move with difficulty at anything over 50 cents per hundred; roses stand for 2 cents to 5 cents whole- sale. Sweet peas from outdoors sell unevenly at 25 cents to 35 cents per hun- dred. The city has a street railway strike on its hands, but luckily the florists have not been at a loss thereby, the busy sea- son being over. A florists' bowling club is anticipated for the coming season. Early closing should be in order soon. M. M. Minneapolis. The demand for flowers has been greater than the supply the whole week through, especially so in roses. Most crops are off and stock very inferior. Carnations are quite plentiful but the effects of warm weather begin to show. Some fancy pseonias have been in the market but have only averaged whole- sale $2 per hundred. Kaiserin is the whole thing in the rose market now and thrives during the hot weather. Bed- ding trade still holds up and the plant dealers are well pleased . Rice Brothers report business progressing well. C. F. R. Removals and New^ Firms. Canton, N. Y.— N. E. Farmer has moved into the old library building. Schenectady, N. Y.— Chas. Limmer moved on May 26 to the handsome new Lorraine block. Seymour, Conn —Chas. F. Doll has decided to discontinue his greenhouse business. Passaic, N. J.— M. L. Hundertmarkhas opened an attractive establishment at 5 Bloomfield avenue. Gloucester, Mass —A. L. Tuck is erecting a new greenhouse establishment on Washington street. ^EWS ^OTES. Baltimore, Md.— Henry Wiedey was overcome by the heat June 14. Newport, R. I. — The annual rose and strawberry show of the Newport Horti- cultural Society will be held at Odd Fellows Hall on June 2-t and 25. Sioux City, Ia.— J. C. Rennison, who returned last Sunday from a trip to Chicago, is rebuilding three house* 20x150 and will add one house 35x80. Portland, Conn.— Chas. Sellew, who has been engaged in the florist business for the past tour years, has decided to discontinue and will remove to Moscow, N. Y. WiLLiAMSPORT, Pa.— Harry Chaapel lost a few dollars in damage to his seed and cut flower stock and suffered much inconvenience because of fire next door June 9. Marlboro, Mass — F. B. Gleason ha» sold his flower business in the Phcenix Block to Misses Grace and Belle A. Stevens. Miss Grace has been employed by Mr. Gleason for the past four years. PouGHKEEPSiE, N. Y.— Cards are out announcing the arrival of a young son and heir to W. T. Rynders, who made his appearance on June 12. Roger Pritchard Rynders is the young man's name. Rochester, N. Y. — The Woman'i Union, which made such a pronounced success of its flower show last fall, is planning another for September. The displays are expected to be largely amateur. Bangor, Me.— Contracts for Supplying plants and shrubbery for the public parks have been awarded to Adam Sekengerfor Chapin Park, Mrs. Thos. Allen for Whit- ney Park and Carl Beers for Union and Seavey Parks. Lansing, Mich —The Lutey Floral Company has filed articles of incorpora- tion with the secretary of state. The capital stock is $25,000. The company will take over the business of A. E. Lutey at Calumet, Mich., and the new range of houses going up at Chassell. Cadillac, Mich.— A. W. Tweedie had a large stock of bedding plants for spring and cleaned them out nicely, the Memo- rial day trade being half again larger than last year. He is building up his plant with the idea of supplying all that section of the state which naturally looks to Cadillac for plants and cut flowers. Nashville, Tenn. — The pressure of work promises to keep both T. S. Joy and his son, T. C. Joy, away from the S. A. F. convention, but they will send their foreman, whose old home is in the vicinity of Asheville. T. C. Joy is already planning to attend the Brooklyn carna- tion meeting which he thinks will be the next best thing to tickling the angel's feet. Lynn, Mass.— S. A. Davenport is given great credit for his fine work in planting and decorating the Common. He has altered the arrangement of the beds, sodded some portions that were before planted and laid out new beds in a very, attractive manner. Under the supervi- sion of Mr. Reeves, his head gardener, they put in some ornamental beds that are a credit to Mr. Davenport and a {Measure to the city. 788 The American Florist. J line 2T, IfLHilE /i^l!lg®i!@Z4iM IFlL@lS(!@7 Seventeekth Year. Snbsotlption, Jl.OO ft year. To Europe, $2.00. Subscriptions accepted only from those in the trade. Advertisements on all except cover pages, 10 Cents a Line, Agate; Jl.OO per inch. Cash with Order. No Special Position Guaranteed. Discounts are allowed, only on consecutive inser- tions, as follows — 6 tiroes, 5 per cent; 13 times 10 per cent; 26 times. 20 per cent; 52 times, 30 per cent. cover space sold only on yearly contract at 91.00 per inch, net, in the case of the two front pages, regular discounts ap- plying only to the back pages. The Advertising Department of the Ambbican FI.0BI8T is for Florists, Seedsmen and Nurserymen and dealers in wares pertaining to those lines on/y. Orders for less than one-halt inch space not accepted. Advertisements must reach us by Wednesday to ■ecure insertion in the issue for the following Saturday. Address AMERICAN FLORIST CO., Chleago. Therb is a growing tendency toward the use of colored flowers at the fnuerals of adults. Prof. L. H. Bailey says that nowa- days no one thinks of getting along without his trade paper. The article on mignonette to which "Subscriber" refers will be found on page 665, issue of January 6, 1900. There set ms a likelihood that machine- made window glass will shortly be turned out on a commercial scale. The trust is installing a number of machines at its plant at Alexandria, Ind. The men of the craft in Maryland seem to be active forces in politics as well as trade. Henry Holzapfel is mayor of Hagerstown and Orlando Harrison has recently been re-elected mayor of Berlin. F. W. Taylor, acting chief of horti- culture for the St. Louis exposition, says that it is practically assured that the management will proTide a glass build- ing for floriculture and a separate stinctore for pomology. Is Well Pleased. Ed. Am. Flohist:— Enclosed is $1 to renew my subscription to the American Florist. I am well pleased with your paper and would not like to be without it. J. Wm. Simpson. Wobum, Mass. Greenhouse Building. Seattle, Wash.— John Holze, six houses 13x80. Sioux City, la,— J. C. Rennison, one house 35x80. Syracuse N Y.— L. E. Marquisee, one house 11x256 and adding 31 feet to two houses. Milwaukee, Wis.— -N. ZweUel.one house 28x200. Philadelphia, Pa.— Wm. Dedden, one house. J. F. Hunter, house 20x30. A. H. Ritter, house 15x33. Leominster, Mass.— Geo. M. Kendall, vegetable house. Fall River, Mass.— F. Bath, house 16x47. Phillipston, Mass — Chas. H. Stewart, vegetable house. East Mansfleld, Mass.— John Conrod, one house. South Sudbury, Mass. — F. W. Good- now, cucumber house 20x50. West Haven, Conn.— Charles Palmer, TJolet houBC. Hatboro, Pa.— H. Weiis.honie 24x180. Treatment For Cycas, Ed. Am. Florist:— I should be pleased to have information as to the way to treat cycas in drying off growing plants and bringing dormant stems into growth. E. A. L Unless it may be in the case of a cjcas that has bt come so badly infested with insects that it is necessary to cut ofl all the leaves, there does not seem to be any reason for drying ofl the growing plants, from the fact that this plant is an ever- green. But in such a case it would be best to keep the plant moderately dry at the root until it showed signs of starting a new crown of leaves, and this would probably not be very long at this season of the year. After the plant began to grow a liberal quantity of water would be needful, also a moist atmosphere and moderate shading. The dormant cycas stems, such as are imported from Japan in such great quan- tities each year, are usually quite denuded of both roots and leaves, and should be potted firmly in as small pots as the size of stem will permit, given then a good watering and placed in a warm and shaded hi use, after which they should be syringed each day in bright weather, but not overwatered before they have a chance to make some roots. Some grow- ers prefer to plunge the pots containing the cycas stems in a hotbed of manure or spent hops, but the disadvantage of this method is found in the fact that under such conditions the plants start into leaf before they have formed roots enough to support the foliage, and consequently the leaves do not develop perfectly. Daring the growth of the young foliage on the cycas it is well to be rather careful in syringing them, the unfoldirg leaves being very tender and readily bruised, but after the leaves are fully grown they may be syringed vigorously, and the plants should then be given plenty of air. W. H. Taplin. OBITUARY. EDWIN v. GAGE. Edwin V. Gage, of Bradford, Mass., for many years a successful florist, died on June 8, aged 62 years. He leaves a widow and three sons. emmett s. goff. Emmett StuU Goff, professor of horti- culture at the University ofWisconain and a frequent contributor to horticult- ural literature, died [une 0, as noted in our last issue. Born on a farm near Elmira, N. Y., he graduated from Elmira Academy in 1869 and was appointed horticulturist at the Agricultural Experi- ment Station at Geneva, N.Y.. in 1882. He removed to Witconsin in 1889. At that time the horticultural department at the Madison university was very small, with meager equipment and less than a dozen students pursuing that spe- cial br-rch During the past schoolyear over .300 studrnts received instruction from Prof Gofl, in a splendid building devoted to horticulture and with the added advantage of field work in several acres of nursery and fruit plantations. This growth, though following to some extent the growth of the Agriculiural College in general, was due in no small measure to the untiring efforts of Prof. Goff. Hi- "Principles of Plant Culture" and "Ivessons in Pomology" were the outgrowth <.f his experience in the class room. He was a pioneer in the use of lungicides. It is not generally known that Prof. Gofl' invented the kerosene attachment for spray pumps. This device, so commonly known as the Wood and Galloway attachment, was first applied to the old Nixon tripod pump and the original model is now in the horticultural building at Madison. ANDREW m'CONNELL. Andrew McConnell died at the Hahne- mann hospital, New York City,of menin- getis, on June 16. in his sixty-first year. Mr. McConnell has been identified with horticultural pursuits from his early boy- hood. He was a thoroughly practical plantsman, especially in outdoor work. One of his earliest positions was that of gardener to R. L. Stewart, at the fine old place at 154 Fifth avenue, where he was successor to Mr. Davidson and served for seven or eight years. Later he filled the position of second gardener under the renowned Wm. Chorlton, on the estate of John C. Green, at Staten Island. Afterwards a partnership was formed and a commercial enterprise launched under the title of Chorlton & McConnell. For many years this firm was noted as the largest camellia pro- ducers in this section. On the retirement of Mr. Chorlton the busines- was merged into the firm of McConnell & Grimshaw. For the past eight years Mr. McConnell has been connected with the establish- ment of his brother, Altxander, at Fifth avenue and Forty- fifth street. While there he had charge of the planting of the Gould estate at Lake wood, N. J., for two years. His wife, who was a daughter of the late Wm. Chorlton, died some years ago, and he leaves one son only, Jas. F. McConnell, who is a salesman for J N. May and L. M. Noe at the New YorkCutFlowerCompany's rooms The funeral took place from the residence of Alexander McConnell, at New Rochelle, on Wednesday, June 18. WILLIAM BDLL. By the death of William Bull, of King'* Road, Chelsea, British gardrners lose one of the most remarkable and enterprising gardeners and nurserymen of the Vic- torian era. I often think the modern flo- rist has been born too late. All the good things seem to have been thought of by his predecessors and unless he can strike out a new and original line for himself his chances of becoming a shining light in the horticultural world are rather remote. It seems to have been a some- what similar idea that induced Mr. Bull at the age of 32 to strike out on the lines which have since made his name a house- hold word among gardenrrs of all nationalities. When about 14 years of age he started gardening in a nursery at Winchester, his native town, and three years later he entered the then famous firm of E. G. Henderson & Son, of St. John's Wood, London, now out of exist- ence. After a time he became a traveler for his firm, and at the age of 26 he transferred his abilities to W Rollisson & Sons, of Tooting, for whom he trav- eled far and wide. There was some talk of taking him into partnership, but the negotiations failed and in 1861 Mr Bull started on his own account, in the King's Road, Chelsea, dcalingin "new, beautiful and rare pl.ants." He carried on the business until June 1, 1902, when hedied. For many years he was a great exhib- itor, but for several years past he has held a perennial exhibition oi hi'' own at his nurseries. So far as his work in hor- ticnltnrc is concerned, perhaps there is no one man living who has introduced so many fine plants of all kinds. He has igo2. The American Florist. 789 made introductions from all parts of the world, through such famous collectors as Br. Berthold, Seemann, Roezl, Bruck- mullfer, Shnttleworth and Carder, the last- named, I believe, beinjf the only one at present living. That Mr. Bull was hon- ored and respected throughout the entire horticultural world is shown by the honors that were conferred upon him by various British and foreign societies. The business will be carried on as usual by his two sons, William and Edward Bull. W. SITUATIONS, WANTS, TOR SALE. Advertisements under this head will be inserted at the rate of ten cents a line (six words) each Insertion. Cash must accompany order. Plant adTS. not admitted under this head. Every paid subscriber to the Ameeican Florist for the' year 1902 is entitled to a flve-line want ADV. (situat'ODS only) tree, to be used at any time during the year. SITUATION WANTED— By Aug. 1st, in thi- orchid shipping business by young mnn, age 20. Three years' experience as a llorist Address Orchid, care American Florist. SITUATION WANTED — By a first-class rose grower; best of references from some of the leading rose growers of New Kngland. Address F H A, care American Florist. SITUATION WANTED— As manager or fore- man on medium cut flower growing establish- ment; married. State wages, etc. Address Manager, care American Florist. SITUATION WANTED— By good all-around >J florist and ga-dener. Permanent place wanted. Address K \V, t56 W. Van Buren St., Chicago, III. SITUATION WANTED— As foreman or grower in up-to-date, progressive establishment; sober and reliable. Good wages. Al references. Address li .J, care American Florist. 8ITUATI0N WANTED— As loremanand growiT of cut. flowers and plants, age 35 years, mar- ried. Will be al liberv July 1st. Boston or vicin- ity preferred. Address A K, care Am. Florist. SITUATION WANTED— By I'xperienced grower ■^ of roses. carnatons.'mumsand general stock; -design work; would work on shares; 20 years* ■experience; age 39, married. .Vddreas Box 27, Starnford, Conn. SITUATION WANTED— As foreman and grower of cut flowers and plants. Have been foreman with prominent fl..rist3 around Cnicago for a number of yeara. Address Florist. Box 54, Hinsdale, 111. SITUATION WANTED— .\s foreman, or second man, in first-class florist business around St. Paul or in state of Minnesota; 18 years' experience in the business; well up in all bmnches. Address E H, care American florist. Chicago. SITUATION WANTED— By thoroughly experi- enced grower of cut flowers. Roses and car- nations a specialtv. .Also experienced in graft- ing. Capable of taking full charge. Address C. Heide, 1011 E. Belmont .\ve., Chicago. SITUATION WANTED— .\s foreman or carna- tion grower; 8 years' experien^'e — last five in carnations; age 27. " Best of references. Whole- sale place preferred. Address Wm. M. Taylor, care Peter Fisher, Ellis, Mass. SITUATION WANTED— Practical single Ger- man, age 28; 14 years' experience wi'h palms, ferns, forcing stocit". bedding plants, cut fioW4-rs, Private or commercial. Chicago pn-ferr.d. CarlJahn,509 Mad son Ave.. Grand Rapids, Mi<;li. SITUATION WANTED— As foreman by thor- oughly practical florist. Good decorator, designer, etc. Grower of No. 1 roses, carnations and 'mums. First-class commercial or private position. Good wages expected. Address G. FOBESLAN, care P. O., Canton, O. w ANTED — Flori-t for general greenhouse work. Call 2780 North 40UrAve., Chicago. W ANTED — Two cood carnation growers near Chicago. Address C C. care Arn. Florist. W ANTED— Married man, goad pardener and greenhous'' man for country place. Mrs. p. R. KiSG.Delavan. Wis. W ANTED— Single man with some experience in greenhouse work; steady and sober. C. H. KiTNZMAN, 3710 High Ave., Louisville, Ky. W.INTED AT ONCE— A young man with some experience in carnation growing. A steady phiee for the right par y. Apply to E. J. Bolanz. Akron. Oluo. W.\NTED— Young man to learn the greenhouse business, growing of roses and carnations. State age. Apply to John L. Wtland, De Haven, Pa. WANTED— Rose growers and helpers; also one man that understands growing chrysanthe- mums. The highest wages and steady work. Bassett it Washburn, Hinsdale, 111. W.ANTED— -V good florist, to grow roses, chrys- anthemums, carnations and violets for cut flowers, also a general stock of plants. State wages. E. Power. Frankfort, Ky. W.VNTED— ,\ voung man with some experience ill greenhouse work. State wages with room and board. Must be sober, reliable and };ood worker. Fred. .1. King, Ottawa, 111. W.VNTED- Voung man for private place, to take care of lawn and beds; must be sober and reliable. Address, with references, age and nationality. S. J. Reiiter, Westerly, R. I. W.VNTED .\T ONCE— A capable, sober, indus- trious llnrist, a good grower of roses carna- tions, 'mums and general stock; $35 a month with room and board. Address O. L. Baird, Dixon, 111. WANTED— A young man for retail florist place; must be well posted on ferns and palms; not afraid of work, and have Al references. Address H. F. Halle, 548 West Madison St., Chicago. WANTED— A voung man who understands something about orchid and fern growing. State where last employed and wages wanted, with board. Address J. M. Gasseb Co., Euclid Ave., Cleveland, O. WANTED— Hot water boiler capable of heating 3,000 to 4,000 feet of glass. Give all particu- lars as to size, make, how long used, condition and price. Address The Polsley Floral Co., Wahoo, Neb. WANTED— An all-around florist, capable of growing first-class roses, carnations and general stocK. Must be sober, industrious and reliable. State wages wanted with board and room. Reference. Address S E H, care Florist. WANTED— Young man with 2 or 3 years' exper- ience in general greenhouse work and gar- dening. Must be strictly sober. Wages, ,|i0.00 first 3 months, with board and room; after that $25.00, it satisfaction is given. Steady situation. C. L. Van Meter, Monticello, Iowa. WANTED— At once a reliable florist, must be sober, honest and a good worker; one who is capable to take full charge of medium size place and Krow a general collection of plants and cut flowers tor retail store irade. State wages with boar) and send good re'erences of recent date in first letter. Good wages and steady place to right man. Fred .). King, 220 Madison St., Ottawa, 111. FOR SALE— Greenhouses 4,' 00 square feet of tlass, ground and dwelling;on electric car line and railroad; good retail business. Good chance for a voung man. Address T". cafe .\nierican Florist. Chicago. PAB OAI (T GREENHOUSE, 0, S3 51 25 T BO I I W CI If I fl A 1 1 1 1 U Galax, per 1000, $1.25 .15 ■ ^T *r ■ ■ W •• ■■■••^m ■ ■ ■ ■ •« Leucothoe sprays 1.0) Adiantum 1-00 «***»#» «nA Smilax, per doz l.SO 2 00 *B OO per 100, Prices subject to change without notice --»-» Above prces a-e for fjrst-class stock. Other SorlS, 93 tO $4 per 100. Lower grades billed accordingly. J. B. D6dniUd9 ..CHICAGO..' COMMISSIONS CARRIED OUT in LONDON or any part of Great Britain. Messrs. WILLS & SEGAR will attend to any commission from American florists for the supply of Cut Flowers, Birthday Flowers, Bouquets, High Class Floral Designs, etc., to their clients who may be traveling in England. Uflli V 8. VCRAD Court Florists to HI* nlLLO 0& OLUAlli Majesty, The KIne. ROYAL EXOTIC Nursery. TTeleoraus, Onslow Crescent, South Kensington. F1.0BCUL0, LoKDOK. LONDON. ENGLAND. The Art ...of Floral Arrangement The only special newspaper in the world for floral arrangement. 200 ILLUSTRATIONS ANNUALLY. Specimen number free. Subscription, |2.40 yearly. BINDEKUNST-VERLAG J. OLBERTZ. ERFURT, GERMANY CHEAP RATES TO NEW ENGLAND. $18.90 to Providence, R. 1., and return, via Nickel Plate Road. July 7. 8 and 9 Par- ticulars at City Ticket Office, 111 Adams St., Chicago, and Union Ticket Oflice Audi- torium Annex. Write John Y. Calahan, General Agent, Chicago. 22 FOURTH OF JULY EXCURSION over Nickel Plate Road, at one fare for the round trip, within a radius of 200 miles from starting point. Tickets on sale July 3rd and 4th, with return limit of July 7th. Three daily trains in each direction between Chicago, Cleveland, Buffalo, New York, Boston and New England points. Every facility offered for comfort of the travelmg public. Individual American Club Meals, ranging in price from 3Sc to Jl.OO, and meals a la carte in dining-cars on Nickel Plate Road. Write John Y. Calahan, Gen- eral Agent, 111 Adams St., Chicago, for special rates to eastern points. 21 Wbol^ale flower/arK^fe MiLWAtJBEX, June 19. Roses, Beauty, long,per doz. 2.53® 3.00 " " med. " 1 00® 1.60 " " short " .50® .75 " Liberty 6.00@10.00 " Bride, Bridesmaid 4.00® 6 00 " Meteor 4.00® 6.00 " Golden Gate 4 00® rt.OO " perle 4.00® 6 00 OKnatloni, ordinary l.O) " fancy 2.00 Pxonliis, per doz., 6O0 to .75 Harrisii 10 00 Lily of the valley 4.00 Adiantum 75® 1.00 BmUax 18.00@20 00 Asparagus 85.00 Common ferns .25 P1TTBBUB8, .June 19. Boiei, Beauty, specials 20.or@2>.00 " " extras 12.00@15.00 " " No. 1 4.00® 6.00 " " No. 2 2 00 '• Bride, Brideimaid 100® 4 00 " Meteor 1.00® 4 00 Oarnatloni 50® 2 00 Lily of the vaUey 2.00® 3.00 Harrisii lilies 6 00®10 00 Daisies 5t(al 1.0) Sweet Peas .20® .W Smilax n).CO®12.50 Adiantum 75® I.OO Aiparagui 3S.OO®40.00 CnsfoiNHATi, June 19. Soiei, Beauty 5.00®15.00 " Bride 1.00^4.00 " Brideimald 1.00® 4 00 " Meteor l.«0@ 4 00 " Perle 1.00® 4 00 " Liberty 1.00® 4 00 Carnations 1.00® 2.00 Lily of the valley 3.00® 4 00 Sweet Peas 2ii"' .50 Longiflorum lilies 10.00 (jladiolus : 5.00 Aiparagui 60 .00 Smilax 12.60 Adiantum cuneatum 1.00 Common ferni .15 St. Louis, .June 19. Boiei, Beauty, short stem 3.00®10.0) " " longstems 12.60@20.00 " Bride, Bridesmaid 2.00® 5.00 " Golden Gate 2.000 6.00 Oarnatloni, ordinary 76i" 1.00 " choice 1.50 Lily of the \alley 3.0ri./' 4.00 bweet peas ISCW .25 Bmllax 12.50fiol6.00 Aiparagui Sprengerl 1.00® 1.50 PlumoBui 1.000 1.60 SmUIIiAX 2-incli, Jl.CO per 100. ^f tf^OT'S Hriiles and Maiils, 2-inch, $2.03 AtVOXlO pnr leO; $18.00 per 100). MCALLISTER & COMPANY. Balavia III. A good adv. In a good paper will bring good retoms. E. H. Hunt, WHOLESALE Cut flowers THE "OLD RELIABLE." 76 Wabash Ave., CHICAGO. Poehlmann Bros. Co. Wholesale Growers of D«i.r.i- Cut Flowers All telegraph and telephone orders - ^_ given prompt attention. 35-37 Greknhocseb: Randolph Street, Morton Grove, IlL CHICAQO, ILL. The Cincinnati Cut Flower Co., mcim^iX WHOLESALE FLORISTS. Consignments Solicited. Sn^cial Attention Given to Shipping Orders. Cut Flower Exchange, WU. DII.OEB, Manager, WHOLESALE COMMISSBON. Full line of Florists' Supplies and Decorations. Special attention to shipping orders. 26 Miami Avenue, DETROIT, IMICH. RICE BROTHERS WHOLESALE FLORISTS and FLORAL SUPPLIES. Receivers and Shippers of Fresh Cut Flowers. Special attention to shipping orders. A com- plete line of Florists' needs. Send for price list. Prompt returns on all consignments. 128 N. Sixth St. MINNEAPOLIS, MINN. f^ase wt^ntton ike A m^rican florist when v/riting. C. A. KUEHN. Wholesale Florist, ItaS PINB STREET. ^ »T. LOUIS, HO. H^A oomplet* line of ^Ire Dealcnj. Pittsburg Gut Flower Go. Ltd WHOLESALE FLORISTS. m Pittsburgh Pa. Please mention the Amertcan Florist when wtttinz- H.G.BERNING Wholesale florist J 322 Pine St., ST. LOUIS, MO. Frank M. Ellis, WnOlESAlE flORIST, 1316 Pine Street, ST. LOUIS, MO. CON8IONMKNTS 80LICITED. igo2. The American Florist. 791 It is not always easy to find supp'ics of satisfactory stock in the season of June Weddings'jCommencenients There is heavy call for good stock and our Beaotie?, Carnations and Roses always grade as well as any. Paeonias are extra fine and in great demand. Ours are from the best source and when we can't supply you there will be no more to be had in this market. E.C.Amling The Largest, Best Equipped and Most Centrally Located Wholesale Cut Flower House in Chicago. 32-34-36 Randolph St. CHICAGO. L. D. PHONES CENTRAL 1999 AND 1977, PRICE LIST. BEAUTIES. 30-36-inch stems, perdoz., $3.00 24 " " • 2.00 20 " " " 1,50 16 " " " 1.00 12 " ■' " .75 6to8-in, " per 100 $4.00 5.00 Per 100 Brides $2 00 5.00 Maids :;.00 5.00 Meteors 3,0U 5.00 Gates a.OO 5 00 Carnations l.OCi 1.50 Callas perdoz., l.OU 1.26 P:i'onui8 600 8.00 Sweet Peas 25 ,40 Valley, select 4 00 5.00 Mnrguetites 60 .61 Asparagus plumosus, per stg, 63 .75 " Sprengeri 3.0O 6 00 Galax " 1.2S; .15 I'Vrns per lOCO, $1.10, .20 Adiantum l.UO Smilax perdoz., 1.50 2.00 Prices subject to change with out not ice J. H. BUDLONG 37-39 Randolph Street, CHJCAGO. Ittoses and Carnations A Speclaltyoeco. WHOLESALE 6R0WER of CUT FLOWERS DAGGER and FANCY FERNS SI. 00 PER 1000. f^il IV I CllfCC Bronze or Green, 75c UBLBA LCAlwd per lOOO. Use our Laurel Festooning Tor your June Decorations, lis tne best and cheapest in ihe market. 4, 5 and 6cperyd. Bunched laurel and I laurel wreaths when wanted. _, Tel. office, New Salem. i%a^^ mtention ihe A tnerica^ J*7nyist when ivriiinsr. A. L Randall, WHOLESALE fLORIST. 4 Washington Strsel, CHICAGO Send for weekly price list and special quotations on 1000 lots. WEILAND AND RISCM CHICACO'S RELIABLE Wholetale Growers and Shippers ot OUT FLOWERS. 59 Wabash Ave., Chicago. BBBD FOB WIKKLT PBICK LIST. WHOLESALE FLORISTS PUjse mention ihe Ame-rican Fttrrist when wriiing. Benthey&Co. F. f. BENTHEY, iManager, Wholesale Commission Florists 31-35 nandolph St, CHICAGO. Wbolfjaie flower/\arl^fe Chioaso, June 20. Boses, Beauty, 30 to 36-mch stemi 24 " 20 " II I. 15 .1 " " 12 " 6to8 " "per 100 4 " Bride, Bridesmaid 3 " Meteor 2 " Perle 3 " GoldenGate 2 Carnations Lily of the valley 4 Harrisii 6. Callas, perdoz I 00@1.25 Paeonias perdoz. .75® l.CO Cattleyas. per doz. 6.00 Sweet Peas Aspjiragu!, per string, .6. («J .75 Adiantum Common ferns, per ICOD, $1.60 Ualax leaves, per lOUO (1.25 Smilaz per dozen 1.50® 2.00 3.00 2.00 1.50 1.00 .75 00® 5.00 .00® 5 00 .00® 5.00 .00® 5.00 .on® 5.00 .753 1.60 .00® 5.00 00® 10 .00 3C@ .40 75® 1.00 .20 .IB LILYof the VALLEY The finest now ready to cut. Fine pips from cold storage, $13 per 1000. 1409-141 1 W. Madison SI., CHICAGO. Chicago Carnation Co., Joliet, Illinois 'Consl^ments solicited. ONION SETS-NO MORE OF THEM. Sow my Hardy Wliite Onion. SEND FOB CTRCULAT. . BEAULIEU, the Pansy Man, WOODHAVEN, N. Y. Watch This Space FOR FUTURE BARGAINS. JOH3V Bi«or>, 349 West North Avenue, CHICAGO, ILL. Greenhouies, Niles Center. III. Please mention the American Florist every time you write to an advertiser. Bassett&Washburn 76 & 78 Wabash Ave., CHICAGO. Wholesale Dealers and A.aA Pl.^..^.^^.^ Growers of UUt flowers GREENHOUSES: HINSDALE. ILL. WIETOR BROS. .iCut Flowers Wholesale Growers All telegraph and telephone orders given prompt attention. 5J "Wabasb Avenue, CHICAGO. FRANK GARLAND, '"'Sr:,..Cut Flowers SPECIAL ATTENTION TT* TT Tg TVT *B GIVEN TO HARDY CUT ^^ M3f .^^■i:y^ '^9 55-57 WABASH AVENUE, Telephone Central !I284. CXIXOA.OO. 8E0. REINBERG, "SSS .1 Cut Flowers Choice American Beauties. We will take care of your orders at reasonable prices. Prompt attention. 61 Wabash Ava., CHICA80, ILL. /^iease mention ihe A tnerican t'lo^tsl when ■wrtting. PETER REINBERG, Grower and Wholesaler of Cot Flowers. 900.000 PKBT OP QLA8S. Headquarters for Amerioan Beauty. 51 Wabash Ave., CHiCA80, ILL JOHN MUNO, Wholesale Grower and Shipper of Boom 221. 51 Wabash Ave., CHICAfiO. Telephone Cbntbal 3598. All telegraph aB< telephone orders given prompt attention. Gut Flowers American Florists ♦ ^ Ads Always do business. Week days and everyday Sundays and holidays, All over the country. At home and abroad. 792 The American Florist. Ju7ie 21, Select VALLEY IN QUANTITY.. SAMUEL S. PENNOCK, Wholesale Florist, I6'2-I8 LUDLOW ST., PHILADELPHIA, PA. 6E0. A. SUTHERLAND, 34 Hawley St., BOSTON. Telephone 1270 Main. BEST BOSTON FLOWERS. AU SuppUes. An entire floor Devoted to Stock and Manu- facturing. Distributing Agent for United States for the wonderful LETTER, unequalled for design work. Script, any color, 3Vic a letUr. Block letters, \Vk each. The most elaborate design 'work to order in a few minutes. GstTEBAL ASliNTS: H. BAYERSDORFER & CO.. Philadelphia. REED > KELLER. New York Citr. SEASONABLE CITY HALL GUT FLOWER MARKET WELCH BROS.s Props. ?.°Jl^w"!'.^J^/^^2^'^-r Boston. Mast, 15 PROVINCE STREET. ==^^^=z J. K. ALLEN Fresh Flowers FOR June Weddings and any other occasion at bed-rock market rates. 106 W. 28th St., NEW YORK. Telephone 167 Madison Squ:ire. OPEN AT 6 A. M. DAILY. N. F. MCCARTHY & GO. CUT FLOWERS H'y^Ii"''"' 84 Hawley St.. BOSTON. N. Y. GUT FLOWER EXCHANGE Coogan BIdg. 6th Ave. and W. 26th St., New York. Open for • nt F'ower Sales at G o'clock Every Morning DESIRABLE WALL SPACE TO RENT FOR ADVERTISING. JOHN DONALDSON, Secretary. LOW RATE EASTERM EXCURSIONS. On July 5 to 9, inclusive, the Nickel Plate Road will sell tickets at one fare for round- trip to Pottland, Me., and return, with final return limit August tSth. Particulars at City Ticket OHice, 111 Adams St., Chicaeo. 25 Wbol^ale power/\arK^ Boston, .Tune 18. Boiei, Beauty, extra 12.00@15.00 " " medium 6 00@1U.(XI " " cuUb 2.000 4.00 " Queen of Edgeley 10.0C@30 00 " bride, Bridesmaid, Ueteor. 1.00(si 2 00 " extra 3.00® 6.00 Sweet Peas 2S@ .60 Uarnations 1.10@ 2 00 Lily of the valley 2.0t@ 3 00 Lilies 4 00® 6 00 I'iponias 3.00*i' 5.03 Spirspa. stocks BOW 1.00 Adiantum 75® 1.00 Asparagus 50.00 bmilax 12.00®16.00 Phuabelphia, June 18, Roses, Tea 6.00® 7.00 " extra 7.00® 8.00 " Beauty, extra 20.00®25.00 " " firsts 10.00®15.00 " Queen of Edgely, extra 20. 0(( \,vt lUO ; b,OW Mm lu.OUj lots. ■;.'><; per 1010 Laurel Festoonlna, 4c. 6c ana '5o per yarn. Also every- thiog in the overgreen line, rrutn :i blade of grass to u 60 It. tree. All orders by mail, telephone or telegraph promptly attended to. HENRY M. ROBINSON w Ynrk Cut Flower Exchange. i-^CW 1 »rrt. OPEN 6:00 A. IV1. An Unequalled Outlet tor Consigned Flowers. Traendly & Schenck NEV YORK CITY, 38 W. 28th Street, Cut Flower Exchange. New Telephone No. 798 & 799 Madison Sq. Wbol^ale power/\arK?fe Nbw Yokk, .June 18. Roses, Beaut;, select I0.00@15.00 " " medium 5 00® 6.00 " " culls .SO® 1.00 " Bride, Bridesmaid 50® 4.00 " Liberty 2.00® 8 00 Meteor, Golden Gate SO® 4.00 All kinds, job lots 25® 1 CO Carnations BO® 1 .00 Lily of the valley 50® 4.U0 Callas, Lilies 3.00® 5.00 Pa?onias .50 Sweet Peas, per 100 bunclies, $3.00 Cattleyas 3a.00@.'i0.00 " gigas 40.(0® 60. 00 Smilax 8.00®12.00 Adiantum .50 Aiparagui 3'>.00®50.00 " Sprengeri, perdoz.buo.. 2.00® 3.00 CHAS. MILLANG, 50 W. 29th St., -NEW YORK. Always mention the American Flo- rist when writing to advertisers. FORD BROS. Receivers and Shippers of FRESH FLOWERS, 111 West 30th St., NEW TOKK. Telephone 157 Madison Square- Julius Lang BS Weat SOtk Street, SEV TOBK. SXPBXBBNTS THX BSST GBOWIBS OW ROSES, CARNATIONS, VALLEY. Telefhonis 280 Masisoh Squash. ALEX. J. eUTTMAN, Wholesale Commission Florist, A full supply daily of the choicest New York and New Jersey FLOWERS. 62 W. 29th Street, NEW YORK CITY. Telephone 1738 Madison Square. fl. K immm. Wholesale Commission Florist, BEST IXOWERS SHIPPED AT I.OWEST NEW YORK PRICES. 19 Boarum Place, Brooklyn, N. Y> TsLEPHoirx 939 Main. ...GEO. M. KELLOGG... Largest Orower^oU. Q^^ FlOWCrS Give us an order and we will please you. Our Greenhouses at PLEASANT HILL. MO. Our Store, 906 Grand Ave.. KANSAS CITY. MO. LONG DIBTANCK 'PHONB AT EITHBK PLACB. EDW. C. HORAN. Tel. 421 Madison Square, 47 WEST 28th ST.. NEW YORK. Cyi FLOWERS AI WHOLESALE. 794 The American Florist. June 21, The gEED Trsde. AMERICAN SEED TRADE ASSOCIATION. J. E. NOBTHRDP, Pres.; S. F. Leonard, Vioe- Piei. ; S. F. WiLLARD, Wethersfleld, Conn., Seo'y and Treat. Twentieth annual convention, Minneapolis, Minn., June 24-26, 1902. Visited Chicago: G. B. McVay, of the Amzi Godden Company, Birming- batn, Ala. Dry weather prevails in the tuberose districts ^nd the crop is snftering some- -what therefrom. L. A. BuDLONG, of Chicago, has returned to his home after an enjoyable fishing trip in Texas. Henry F. Michell, of Philadelphia, has suffered a loss of $3,000 from fire in an adjoining store. The property is fully insured. Thus far a sleeper and a half have been engaged for the Minneapolis trip on the Chicago, Milwaukee & St. Paul R. R., train leaving Union Depot, Chicago, at 6:30 p. m., June 23. Charles A. Heath, of the Albert Dick- inson Company, Chicago, is at Williams College, Williamstovsrn, Mass., for com- mencement week. He is an alumnus of the class of 18S2. H. G. Faust to Retire. We are sorry to learn that H. G. Faust, trading as H. G. Faust & Company, Philadelphia, is by the advice of his phyiicians compelled to relinquish busi- ness on account of his health. The house was established in 1887 at the present location, 64 66 North Front street and 100 Arch street, in the double five-story buildings, and by means of catalogues and advertising combined with hard work a growing business was estab- lished in wholesale, retail and market gardeners' lines. Close attention was paid to several specialties in which a large trade has been done at home and abroad. The business will be sold as a whole. A High Handed Proceedine. The United States Treasury Depart- ment issued June 4 the following remark- able order: At the instance of the Secretary oT Agriculture, it is hereby directed that, commencing .July 1, 1902, and continuing for six months, 2-ouncci samples of all importations of 100 pounds or more of grass, clover and forage plant seeds be pre- pared at ihe earliest practicable date after entry und forwarded to the Seed Laboratory, Depart- ment of Agriculture, Washington, D. C, labeled with names and addresses of consignors and coii- slgne'-s, name of seed as given in the Invoice, und quantity of the consignment. Charles D. Boyles, secretary of the Albert Dickinson Company, Chicago, in reference to the above aald: "This order is news to us. The Secretary of Agriculture did not favor us with an announcement of his intentions. Had he done so I think we should have felt it necessary to file our objections. 1 do not see how the operation of this order could accrue to the interest of the large importers who are spending their money to discover and keep in touch with the best sources ol supply. On the other hand, much harm might result. It all depends on what Mr. Pieters proposes to do with the samples, labeled with all possible information except the price, when they reach the Seed Laboratory. Nothing is said on that point and it may be that the Department does not intend to publish the valuable information thus collected, but in view of the well known propensity of the Department to print all it knows I think this order may be a cause for alarm on the part of those houses which have invested considerable capital in perfecting their European con- nections." Charles A. Heath, manager of the grass seed department of the same house, said: "If this order is to be carried into eflfect the importers who wish to safeguard their European sources of supply will doubtless find it expedient to have ship- ments pass through the hands of for- warding agents, but it will add to the expense of doing business." A H. Goodwin, of the Goodwin, Har- ris Company, Chicago, said: "We are living under a strenuous government." European Seed Crops, There has been too much rain in nearly all the seed growing sections of conti- nental Europe, according to the Horti- cultural Advertiser of June 11. The weather has also been cool and the sea- son is generally backward. Among veg- etables, cucumbers (now too late to sow again), beans, lettuce, tomptoes, pota- toes and peas have all been injured. Plants of carrots and beets have also sufiered in southern France and kohlrabi and turnips in Germany. Prospects for radish, spinach, celery, leek and cabbage seem good. Favorable weather from date onward will materially change the outlook. Flower seeds have not been specially damaged so far. Pansies are looking well, myosotis not so good. American Seed Trade Association. President Northrup advises us as fol- lows regarding railroad fares to the Minneapolis meeting of the American Seed Trade Association, June 24-26: "Western Passenger Association, Trunk Line Association and New England Pas- senger Association grant fare and one- third rate for round trip. Receipts for fare paid will not be accepted in lieu of certificates." CHICAGO TO MINNEAPOLIS. Seedsmen from the east and south of Chicago should purchase tickets from starting point through to Minneapolis, taking certificate receipt for same. This receipt when properly executed at Minne- apolis will secure return ticket at one- third of the regular rate. In purchasing tickets be sure to see they read froir» Chicago to Minneapolis via the Chicago, Milwaukee & St. Paul R. R., so as to accompany the Chicago party, who are very desirous that all visitors passing through Chicago travel in the same car or cars, leaving Chicago from the Union Depot at 6:30 p. m., June 23. Reserva- tion on sleeping cars can be made through J. C. Vaughan, 84 Randolph street, Peter Hollenbach. 12 North Halsted street, or Goodwin Harries Company, 115 East Kinzie street, all at Chicago. AT ST. PAIX. L. L. May is planning to entertain the seedsmen on Wednesday, June 25. A trip down the river, a carriage ride around the city, supper at the club and a trolley ride in the evening are a few of the pleasures planned. LILIUM HARRISII Indispensable for Early Forcing. OUR own growers pack all our Bermuda Bulbs and peisonally grow half our supply. Careful attention to the growing crop, weeding out diseased plants, propsr grading of the bulbs when dug, business-like packing and handliog, all go to make success with Harrisii. We invite your orders under Ihese conditions. Our bulbs will pay you. Write for Prices before closing any forcing stock orders. VAUGHAN'S SEED STORE, 14 Barclay Street, NEW YORK. 84-86 Randolpll SI., CHICAGO. Florists' Calendar FOB JUNE. 100 lOOO ASPARAGUS PLU. NANUS, selling out. . $ .IS »ii..SO CINERARIA HYBRIDA max. grand!., pkt, 500 seeds, 2:^y. 5 pkt8..$l 00. CINERARIA HYBRIDA nana, dwarf grand!., pkt. 500 seeds, 25c; 5 okts., II. tO. CALCEOLARIA HYBRIDA grand!., max. or nana, dwaif grand!., either pKt., 5!)0 seeds, 25c; 5 pkts.. $1.10. CALCEOLARIA, SHRUBBY, RUGOSA. pkt. 2jc. FERN SPORES, dnest s.irtl mi.xed, pkt. L'.5c. PRIMULA SINENSIS FIMBRIATA. the finest ENGLISH STRAINS in pure while, Chiswick led Kerme- siua robe, idood red, CnTuleji True Blue, ''aeh KO seeds. 25c; in 1000 lots, $1.75. AH colors mixed. \0D sf eds, 20c; lOOO seeds. *1.5J. FRESH PANBANUS UTILISSEED, 103. $1; lOCO, J8 50. HKNU FOR OUK NEW LIST all Summer and Fall Forcing Bulbs. Addr... H. H. BERGER & CO., Established 1878. 47 Barclay St.. NEW YORK CITY. PUahf mrntion thr Amrn'rati Florist 71/1 r-n w* it tug. CYC4S RtVOLLTA STEMS. We liiivn just rec^'ived 11 lai'i^fl stiipmt'nt Id asBortcd fii/i-s froin 'A to 1^ puimds (most oT them H or 10 pounds) which we oiTer at ICc per pound. Speciiil prioe on Uriet* tiuitniiiiea. J.I\/I.THORBURN&CO. (Lata of IS John Strttt) 36 CORTLANDT STREET. NEW VORI igo2. The American Florist. 795 ''Some firms have some things part of the time/' but KENNICOTT'S HAVE EVERYTHING ALL THE TIME. If you want the Finest PAEON/AS for School Closings and June Weddings, go to KENNICOTT BROS. COMPANY Wholesale Commission Florists, 42 and 44 E. Randolph St., -CHICAGO. Wittboldii Ferns.... A rare chance to get stock of this fine fern cheap. 2%-\n. $S, 3-in. |8, 5-in. 120 per 100. Bench plants, good for 2J^-in. ^3, 3-in. IS, 4-in. (6, 6-in. |25 a 100. CASH PLEASE. A. J. BaiDWIN. Newark, 0. PANSIES New CianI Mme. Perret, tbe prize strains exhibited at the Pan-Aiuerican Exposition, true stock, trade packet. 50c; 85.00 per ouDce. Our choicest mixture of the best st^rain procurable, 50c trade packet; ^g-ounce, $J,00; ounce, $7.03. Walter Moft Seed & Bulb Co. JAMESTOWN, N. V. Carnations, Qeraniums Canoas, Etc. The Cottage Gardens. Queens, L. I. S. S. SKIDELSKY, 708 N. 16th Street, PHILADELPHI/V, PA. CORRESPONDENCE SOLICITED. ^* iA W yft ^/' Kfonze or green, 75c per ■ mZaI Z^,^ 1000, in 2 OJ lots or over; ^•^*^^'^' »■ single ICOJ, $1.00, Fern, Fancy, $!.5D per ItlOO; Fern, Dagger, SI 50 per lOOO. LeucothcB Sprays, bronze and green, assorted sizes, $1 per 100. Green sheet moss, $3.60 per bbl. bag. L. J. KRESHOVER. 110-H2 W. 27th Street, NEW YORK CITY. Telephone call, W7 Madison Square. HARRY A. BUNVARD. Msr. Piease mention the A metican Florist uhen writing. The Sensational New Rose for 1902. I MRS. OLIVER AMES. iFor description, prices, etc., see Trade List. $100.00 IS OFFERED IN PRIZES for Cut Flowers of this Rose at Madison Square Stiow next fall. E.^tra fine plants of the grand pillar rose CRIMSON RAMBLER, from $3.03 to $6.00 per dozen. 5 according to size and age. Aiso all the STANDARD forcing roses in variety, now ready for £ shipment. I JOHN N. MAY, Summit, N. J. . Prices quoted upon application. SPECIAL BARGAINS 10,000 Roses, all kinds. 5,000 Coleus 2-ioch pots. 1,000 Canaas, 3 and 4inch. 5,C00 Smilax, 2x2i/2-inch. 5,000 Hlumosus and Sprengeri- 5.C00 4 5, 6, 7, 8 and JO-inch Boston Ferns. Vincas, Fuchsias, Pelargoniums, Hibiscus, etc., etc., for stock. Write GEO. A. KUHL. PEKIN, ILL. ROSE PLANTS 2V2 inch Rose plants, fully as good as any -we have ever sent out : METEOR, $2.50 per JOO; $20.00 per J003. MAlDi, 3.00 per JOO; 25.00 per 1009. J. A. BUDLONG, 37-39 Randolph St. CHICAGO. Wanted-To buy 400 strong Dormant Poinsettia Roots. State price. Apply to JOHN L. WYLAND, De Haven P. O., Pa. Rose Plants strong plants from 2^-inch pots, choice stock in every particular. Per 100 Per 1000 AM. BEAUTY PLANTS, 2i4-inch...$6.00 $50 00' ■' " 3-inoh 8.0O 75.00 METEORS, ays-inch 2.50 20.00' 3-inoh 4.09 35.00 BKIDE 3.00 25.00- BRIDESMAID 3.00 25.00- METEOR : 3.00 £5 Oft- GOLDEN GATE 3.00 25 00 PERLE 3.00 25.00 GEO. REINBERQ, 51 Wabash Ave., Chicago. Asparagus PLUMOSUS NANUS.... From flats, $2.50 per 100; $20.00 per 1000. 25 at 100 rates; 250 at 1000 rates, prepaid. Cash. LOOMIS nORAL CO. LOOMIS. CAL. Please mention the American Florist when 7vritinffz. 796 The American Florist. J tine 21, The i^uRSERY Trseie. AH. ASSOCIATION OF NURSERYMEN. Chas. a. Ilgenfritz, Pres. : 1). S. Lake, Vic*- fpres.; George C. Seager. Rochosier, N. Y.. Sec'y. Twentv-oif;hth annual convention. D''troi"t, Mich., June. 1903. Visited Chicago: Martin Foley, of "the Great Northern Nursery, Baraboo, Wis. One of the features of the past season is said to have been the demand for "weeping trees. The Greenmount Nurseries, of Phila- delphia, are in bankruptcy, E. F. Hoff- man, 560 Bullitt building is referee. CoNiFEHS were planted in increaied numbers this spring, particularly the ■Colorado blue spruce and the Douglas spruce. Extensive advertising in journals of general circulation has resulted in greatly Increasing the call for S;hwedler's maple. It is a splendid tree for the lawn. N. W. Hale, of Knoxville, Tenn., says "that he considers the woolly aphis a more dangerous pest than the San Jose -scale, the Hurrah scale, as N. H. Albaugh -calls it. The Catalpa As An Economic Tree. The hardy catalpa, C. speciosa, has long been recognized as a tree of great •economic value by individual botanists, foresters and business men, but it is only now meeting with the wide acceptance to which its utility entitles it. Recent practical experiments with the catalpa in the west are described in a bulletin of the Kansas State Agricultural College and are summarized as follows: "Two species of catalpa are native to /'the United States, Catalpa catalpa (C. bignonioides), indigenous in the south- east, and Catalpa speciosa in the central west. Planting of the southeastern species in the west long caused confusion between i;he two trees, since both were planted together indifierently, under the supposi- tion that they were of the same species. The low, scraggy habit and the tendency of the tops to winter-kill, seen in many catalpa trees, and peculiar to C. catalpa, was a supposed characteristic of all catalpa trees. C. speciosa was first dis- tinguished as a separate form by Warder In 1853, and first described by Eagelmann In 1S80. "Catalpa speciosa is distinguished from the other native species by greater stat- ure, hardiness north of the forty-fourth parallel, north latitude; larger flowers, fewer in panicles, and appearing about "two weeks earlier than those of C. •catalpa; by furrowed rather than scaly bark and by wider and more deeply notched seeds, bearing a fringe of hairs not drawn to a point, as in C. catalpa. "Wood of C. speciosa is remarkable for durability in contact with the soil. Well authenticated and reliable observations .•give life-record of 100 years for timber Irom large, mature specimens. Seasoned timber from trees ten inches or more in diameter will last fifteen to thirty years in continuous contact with the soil. "Seed should be sown about twenty- ^ve to the foot, in shallow drills one inch deep. Spring sowing is best in northern states. Seedlings 'heeled in' over winter are set permanently the following spring. Planting should not be closer than 5x8 feet and thin to lOxS from the eighth to "twelfth year. Thinning should be con- tinued until the trees stand 20x16 feet, or 16x16 if the original planting was 8x8. Crops of com, etc., can be grown between the eight-foot rows the first year alter set- ting. If cut to the ground the secondyear from setting and a single sprout allowed to grow, the resulting trunk will be straighter than if not cut back. Sprouts from older roots produce post timber in four years. Pruning is necessary for the formation of straight trunks, the first pruning in the fifth or sixth year, the sec- ond in the tenth year. Trees in the forest increase !n diameter from one-third to one-half inch annually, if not planted closer than 5x8 feet (1.000 trees per acre). Trees standing 16x16 feet (170 per acre) may increase in diameter one inch annually up to about the twelfth year. From that time on, the probable annual rate of increase will be one-half inch. Post timber is produced in from seven to ten years, tie timber, telegraph and telephone poles in from fifteen to twenty-five years. "White oak, the besttietimber hitherto used, is nearingexhaustion. Theexpense of chemically treating cheap ties of per- ishable wood is great. Metallic ties are out of the question on American road- beds. A strong demand exists for dura- ble tie timber to replace oak. In 1900 there were 535,668,000 ties in the tracks in the United States. The renewals in that year were 48.000.000, worth, at 40 cents apiece, $19,200,000, nine per cent of the total in track. If laid with catalpa ties, annual renewals would not exceed four per cent, counting the life of catalpa ties at but fifteen years. They have been known to last twenty years. The annual saving of expense of renewals thus affected, estimating the cost of catalpa ties also at 40 cents apiece, would be $10,600,000. The durable quality of catalpa tenders it especially valuable for fence posts and for telephone and telegraph poles. The value for post timber lies not only in its resistance to decay, but also in its not checking or splitting with age. "The first catalpa forest was planted in southern Missouri in the late 70's by the St. Louis, Iron Mountain & Southern railroad. It was not cared for andfinally abandoned. "The Farlington plantation, near Far- lington, Kan., owned by the 'Frisco sys- tem, has 640 acres, olanted between 1879 and 1SS2. The trees were planted 4x4 feet, not regularly thinned or pruned and consequently the trees have not made proper development. Thinning now going on and plantation may yet be suc- cessful. "The Tincher plantation of sixty acres, near Wilsey, Kan., is successful and promising, producing in some parts of the plantation 2,000 posts per acre, at 10 cents each. The trees are well pruned and properly thinned. It is a commer- cial success, the soil an upland prairie. "The Yaggy plantation, situated in the Arkansas river valley, near Hutchinson, Kansas, consists of about 500 acres in trees. Conditions at this plantation are better adapted for growth of the catalpa than those of any other in the state. Cropped entirely for posts, the trees are in splendid condition and the plantation a decided success. "Cost and profits in catalpa growing depend on local conditions. Careful esti- mates based on the Yaggy forest give the total cost of growing and marketing the timber on one acre for ten years as $51.70; gross value of product in ten years, $267.15; net profit, $215 45; net profit less six per cent compound interest on expenditures, $197.55 per acre; net annual profit for first ten years, $19 75; owner's estimate of present gross value of product (three years later than above valuation) $400 per acre; annual income of plantation at present, as estimated by owner, $50 per acre. Jacksonville, III.— Joseph Heinl says that he sold several hundred dollars worth of cuttings of his specialty, Juniperus compacta, while at the nursery- men's convention at Milwaukee. He has a large stock of it and it is a fine thing but difficult to propagate. Import Freight Agents Delaware, Lackawanna * Western Railroad Co. at New York, N. Y. F. B. VANDEGRIFT & COo, Publishers ot Vandegrltt's United States Tariff. Customs Brokers and Forwarders. Foreign Express, Export and Insurance Brokers. NFW VODK ODiCB- 66 Beaver street relephone, «48 Broad. A. B. C. Code Used Cable Address, Vangrift. CHICAGO Office. 315 Dearborn St Phont^ HarrtsoD 840. P. LOEF XL. & CO., BOSKOOP, HOLLAND, Growers of HARDY AND ORNAMENTAL NURSERY STOCK iQ lurgr quantLlii-s. New York Address care P. J. VAN HEININGEN, 136 Water Strast. ^#"Send for our wholesal*^ pries list. Nuriieries, F. BRUNTON Manaser. LAUREL HILL Iraport'Ts Hit'l t^mwers of Choico Hardy Peren- nials. Native Treest Shrubs, Specimen Ever- greens. Wh ymw lurffHiiiiani.'tif^s or Iris, Paeon- las, THtomas, Phlox, Delphiniums; stocK is per- feciiy Iiardy, true to nani-i. Send for Special Catalogue oT N'^w Hardy Alpin- Iris, now in tbe press. STOCKBRIDCE, MASS.. U. S. A. B.W. DIRKEN, Oudanboseh, Holland. ORNAMENTAL AND FOREST TREES A SPECIALTY. Conifers, Evergreens, Hollies, Etc. jH Jt j/t Prices on Application. Park Architects and Dealers will find whatever they want in the Holland Nurseries, DeBilt near Utrecht HO]:.,i^A.PKr>. SPECIALTIES ARE: Conifers. EvereTeen^ Hardy Shrubs, Lilacs. Ornamental Trcd, Fruit Trees in different forms, Azaleas, Riiododendron Ponticum and Hybridum. Please send list of your wants and write for general catalogue. We will make you special offers. Write to GROENEWEGEN A ZOON, Di> nut, near Dtrecbt, Holland. ROBT. GRAIG & SON, Roses, Palms and Novelties in Decorative Plants ; Market and 49tli Sts., Philadelphia, Pa. | igo2. The American Florist. 79T ^fipriJilfiPc) School Closings and jpeildllieb for mm/ ^^• CUT FLOWERS ) June Weddings WRITE OR W.RE FOR SPECIAL PRICES. McKellar &Winterson Co. 45-47-49 Wabash Ave., Chicago. Araucaria Excelsa. We control the AmeTican market of this splendid pot p'ant Our houses are now full of them. Mav imporiation per steamers Vader- land, PenlHud and Kensington. We sell plants raised from top cutiings only (no seedlings), at the Jowe&t cash prices, as folows: Each 5 to 5^2 inch pots. 3 tiers. 10 in. and above, 50c 5>s-inch pots 3 tiers, 12 in. and above. 60o to 75c 6-ino-in«'h pots 75c KENTIA BELMOREANA, 20 inches and over, 5 leaves r Vo in h pots 75c FICUS ELASTiCA. 4 inshps 20c to 25c BEGONIA, lub reus r-'oted 5-in. pots, $1.80 per doz. Cash with order, please. ^^Mention if pots are wanted. GODFREY ASCHMANN. Wholesale Grower and Importer OF Pot Plants, 1012 Ontario Street. PHILADELPHIA, PA. A FEW GOOD THINGS YOU WANT. KENTIA Ueiiiiureana aud Forsteriana, also Art'ca Luiescens, 3 plants in a pot. extra clean and wpU grown plant', 2Vi. 3, 4 and 5-in., $8, $15, $30. $"0. $7i si™ to J1J5 cer 100. REX BEGONIA, 2 and 3-iDch. $( and $6 per 100. BOSTON FERN, %\, $8, $15 aud $30 per 100 tor 2, 3, 4 aud .D-inuh. FERN, Cordata Compaota, 2 and 3-inch, $4 and $10 per li'O ASPARAGUS Plumosus. 2-incli, $5; 3-inch, $8 Sprengnr.. 2 i uh %V. 3 ioeh, $5, per 100. DRAGAENA INDIVISA, 3, 4 and 5-inch, $9, $10. $35 per 1'" ENGLISH IVY, 2 and 3-incb. $3 and $6 ner ino. A full Hue f the best bedding GERANIUMS for stocking up. 2-inch. $3; 3-inch, $5 per KO. SMILAX, Vinca Var.. Campbell Violets, Lobelia, Ooleus. Alterianthera, Ageratum, Scar- let Sagp, Leraon Verbena, Giant Al>ssum, 2-inch, % $3; 3-inch $t per 'O. Let roe pri'**- ^ o r wants. Cash or C. O. D. CEO. M. EMMANS, NEWTON, N. J. Shasta Daisy THE LATEST FLORAL WONDER. Plants 25c each; $2 50 per doz.; $15.00 per JOO; $100 00 per 1000. 25 at JOO rate. 500 at 1,000 rate. 100 seeds, 50 cents. CALIFORNIA CARNATION CO. LOOMIS. CAL. Please mention the A merican Florist when writing. CARNATIONS Ciders booked now for fall delivery. SEN I fOK FBICKS. Botted cuttings and young plants all out. GEO. HANCOCK & SON. GRAND HAVEN, MICH. Clearing Sale of Rose Plants We have on hand the following Rose Plants that we must dispose of immediately as we are oMiged to have the rii price*: 7.00O M (IDS in 3 inch pots at $30.00 per 1O0O> 4,000 MAIDS In 2-lncli pots at 20 00 " 3 500 MAIOS In 4-incb pots at 40 00 " 2,000 QOLDEN GATES in 4-Inch pots at 40.00 " 1.000 GOLDEN GATES In 3 inch pots at 30.00 << 1,000 GOLDEtl GATES In 2-inch pots at 2000 " 1,800 HETEORS in 4-Inch pots at 40.00 " 250 AT 1000 RATES. This stock is as good as can be trown and guaranteed to be so. Bassett & Washburn, 76 WABASH AVENUE, GHinAGO GRtENHOUSES, HI^SDALE, ILL. ^^ ■ ■ ■ ^^ «» >BI ^^ ■ Roses For Winter Flowering. Fine healthy stock from selected outt ngs: Perles Brides, Maids, Kaiserins, Wooiton. Bon Silene, Mme Hoate, M«teor. Safrano, Papa Grntier, Golden Gale, 3-inch pots, $7 00 per 110; 4 inch pots $10.00 per lOO American B.auty. Sunrise, Liberty, 3-inch pots, $9.00' per lOi); l-inoh pots, $r?.f 0 pf r '00. GRAFTED ROSES. Kaiserin Golueu Gale, Sia-inch pots, $1^ Oj per 1.0. J* L, Dillon, Bloomsburg, Pa. HOME-GROWN, FINE, CLEAN STOCK; GROWN COOL. Write lor Price Liit. J , The Exotic Nurseries, \. HEISS. DAYTON, OHIO. BEGONIfl GLOIRE DE LORRAINE, 2>^-lach pots, $15.00 per 100. Write for prices on large lots. Stock guaranteed absolately free from disease. THOMAS ROUND, Nahant, Mass. Ptease mention the American Ftomt when ■wnting. Carnation Floriana. We believe this to be the best t>ink carnation introduced to date, was dis^entinaled in the- spring of 19'il bv ortgiiators, Messrs. Fillow & Ba'iks. Price, $e per 100; $50 per 1000 80 at 100 rale, 500 at lUuO rate. Less than 60.8ceach. Carnation and Chrys- themum Specialists, FLATBUSH. BROOKLVN. N. V. Dailledouze Bros , BEGONIA GtOIREDE LORRAINE, Begonia Light Pink Lorraine, For June and Later Delivery, $15.00 per ICO; $140.00 per 1000. Edwin Lonsdale, '^rBTnrmr.TI.'a. 798 The American Florist. June 2T, Our pasTiMEs. Announcements of coming contests or other <«TentB of interest to our bowling, sliootlcg and ■cycling readers are solicited and will be given iplaoe in this column. A-ddress all correspondence for this department to Wm. J. Stewart, 79 Milk St., Boston, Mass.; Robt. Kilt, 1725 Chestnut St., Philadelphia, Pa.; or to the American Florist Co., 324 Dearborn St., •Chicago, 111. Bowling at Asheville. The bo-wling committee of the Florists' Club of Philadelphia had a meeting on June 10, and made arrangements for a Irenes of four outside matches, open to all active members of the club, on each "Wednesday, beginning June 18, to deter- mine who' shall be on their team at Asheville. Incidentally some talk was indulged in about prizes at the convention and two members put their names down for $10 ■each as a starter. It is about time now that we were hearing something from the officers of the Bowling League, if that august bod_v is still in existence. If not then some other means should be adopted to work ■up a programme for the convention. Perhaps some of our enterprising hor- ticultural supply concerns want to put up a trophy this year? In that direction .$25 or $50 would prove a very good advertisement. G. C. Watson. At Philadelphia. "They're ofi." The convention con- tests have begun, at least the prepara- tory ones. It was announced that the Philadelphia team will be composed of those scoring highest in four matches to be rolled June 18 and 25, July 2 and 9, but the name of the alleys is not given ■out, so there can be no practicing. Six- teen players turned up for the first con- test, on the Pennsylvania Bicycle Club's alleys, which shows the interest taken. Harris and Westcott, the Teterans, were made captains and sides chosen. The point winners were Moss, 544; Robert- ton, 488; Starkey,481;Kift,478; Polites, -473; Craig, 465, and Anderson, 460. The team scores follow : Player 1st 2d 3d T'l Harris. Capt 187 126 U7 450 ■Connor 123 167 149 439 Adelbereer 122 132 122 376 Habermehl 124 146 18l 450 Gibson "9 133 134 375 toberlson 154 166 168 48K CraiK 154 13^ 173 4t5 Falk. 120 1<5 124 369 Total 1073 1132 1207 3412 Pliiyer 1st 3d 3d T'l Weslcott, ('apt 170 IS9 U7 436 Moss 169 224 151 541 Siarkey 146 ICO 1S5 4H Polites 1"9 166 148 473 Anderson 154 1.58 148 im Kitt 154 1f3 171 418 Watson 127 ifio 123 4in Sonlop 99 133 126 34k Total 1178 1273 1169 3610 At New York. The attendance at the bowling alleys last Monday evening was gratilyingly large and enthusiastic. It was decided to give up the Eighth street alleys and meet weekly at Thum's alleys, at Thirty- first street and Broadway for the sum- mer. These are the most perfect alleys in New York and it is expected that the practice on the strange floor will so develop and perfect the roUeis that when they go to Asheville they will be practi- cally invincible. A proposition to do something towards providing trophies to be contested tor at Asheville was defeated by a unanimous vote. A feature ot Monday's rolling was the rivalry between F. H. Traendly and W. H. Sie- brecht, the result of which was the trans- fering of most of Mr. Siebrecht's loose change to Mr. Traendly's pocket as a beginning towards the purchase of a $200 Panama hat at a cut price. Follow- ing are the scores: Player 1st 3d 31 4th Lang 177 168 169 135 Bunyard 140 140 166 126 Traendly 143 159 188 117 Shaw 164 167 131 1(9 Thielmann 145 li6 154 161 O'Mara 1C9 134 187 16i Siebrecht 113 121 133 122 Sorly 161 102 140 120 Springfield, Mass. NO LARGE WEDDING JOBS THIS SEASON BUT MUCH SMALL WORK. — CUT FLOWER TRADE BRISK.— OUTDOOR STOCK BENE- FITS BY RAINS.— NOTES. Business is quite brisk, although we are not favored with any large wedding decorations so far. The store men have been quite busy with smaller decora- tions and there is a good demand for cut flowers, which are fair considering the very warm weather, more like August than June. We have had some good showers, which have helped the carna- tions, asters and sweet peas, which else must have suft'ered with the extreme heat. Bedding out is all done and reports are very satisfactory. Everything was sold out. Cleaning up is in order now and refilling benches tor chrysanthemums, o( which quite a number are grown here. L. D. Robinson reports sales away ahead o( last year, with good prospects for fall. Mark Aitken is going to build two houses 10x50 feet. A. B. Lynn, Mass. — The wedding of Alex Solomon and Miss Annie Maud Brewer is announced to take place in June. FALL BULBS Tulips, Hyacinths, Narcissus, Lilies. You can save moaey by placing order now. Send us your list; we will make bottom prices. James Vick's Sons, Rochester. N. Y. J. van Reisen & Son, VOORHOUT, HOLLAND, Wholesale Bulbs and Roots. Nkw Yoi:k Address care P. J. VAN HEININGEN, 136 Water St. ORCHIDS io.'J'Z.. ORCHIDS! To make room for a large importation with which I have just returned from the Orient, I offer healthy, well established plants of the following varieties at reduced rates. Write for what yon want. I will make the price right. Aerides Quinquevul- nerum, extra fine in spike; Cattleya Bowringeana, Eldorado, Forbesii, Gaskelliana, Guttata, Intermedia, Labiata, Mendellii, Mossife, Quadricolor, Skinneri, Trianae; Dendrobi'jm Superbum; Laslia Purpurata and Superbiens; Lycaste Skinneri, strong. ODONTOGLOSSUIVI CRISPUM. Of this variety I can spare about 100 fine healthy, vigorous plants. Amabilis, Amethystina, Intermedia, Leucorrhoda, Luddemanniana, Rosea, San- deriana, Schilleriana, Stuartiana; Pilumna Pragrans (strong plants); Renanthera Storiei; Saccolabium Violaceum; Vanda Sanderiana, Lamellata, Boxalli. Above plants all sizes, small to specimen plants. Write for prices. R. Schiffmann, M. D., St. Paul, Minn. t t ^«;&'&&&&e:&&e&&e&&'&&&&&&&&&'e&&e:e&:&&&&s<&&&&&g«&g:&6e&e^i AN Indispensable Adjunct I TO a successful wholesale business is an up-to-^iate, accurate, complete Trade Directory. Such a book, 4(8 pag:es, containing; the name and address of every florist, nurseryman and seedsman in America, new list of private gardeners and horti- cultural supply concerns and much other informa- tion will be mailed from this office on receipt of $2. t AMERICAN FLORIST CO. 334 Dearborn St., CHICAQO, ILL. igo2. The American Florist. 799 ROSE PLANTS Well Established. Per 100 Per ICOO AM. BEAUTY, 3 in. pots....$8 00 $75.00 AM. BEAUTY, 2>^-in. pots.. 6.00 50.00 PERLE. 21 . in. pots 3 00 25 00 £OLDEN GATE, 2n in. pots 3 00 25.00 All plants sold unaer express condition tbat if not satisfactory when received they are to be returned immediately, when money will be refunded. PETER REINBERG, SI Wabath Avenue, CHICAGO. STRONG, HEALTHY ROSE PLANTS 300 Am. Beauties, 2j^-in. pots, |6 per lOO. 700 BRIDE, 2>^-inch pots, $2.50 per 100. 200 MAIDS, 2ji-inch pots, $2 50 per 100. How mucd for the lot? We guarantee satisfaction or money will be refunded. JOSEPH LABO, Florist, Joliet, III. Please mention the American Floriit when writing Extra Value in ROSES Excellent well-grown stock, in the most perfect condition to pUnt now: Per 10) Per ICOO AMERICAN BEAUTIES, 3-inch $8.00 »7S.tO -".-inch... 601 J5.00 t'ERLES, very fine, 3-inoh 5.00 GOLDEN GATES 3-inch 5.00 45.00 KAISERINS. 3-inch 5.00 45.00 METEUBS. S-inch 4.00 4i).00 BRIDES, 3-incli 5 00 45 00 aMsS-irch 3.00 25 00 This stock will satisfy the moat critical buyers. W.H.6ULLETT & SONS, LIN EOLN, ILL. Please mention the American Florist when writing. Strong Thrifty ROSE PIANTS from 3^..-inch pots. Also Geraniums. 1,000 BKAUl'lES. at 7c each; $8i.0O per 1O0O. KOSDNSETS, 6c each. SCO G. G 4.TES,6c each. 300 HO>TE. 6o each. 200 MAIDS, 6j each. ■3C0 METEORS. 6c each. 2,000 GERANIUMS, 6c assorted. P. R. llUINLAN&CO.,l?SA'^ulrrr^ Please mention the A 77}erican Florist when writing. 5^ Rose Stock HEAUTHY AND VIGOROUS. fiOLDEN GATE, 3-inch 15.00 MAIDS. 3-inch 5.00 BRIDES, 3-incb 5.00 BEAUTIES, 3-inch 10.00 KAISERINS,3inch 6 03 Brown & Canfield, Springfield, III. Please mention the American Florist when writing. W\-^—.-^^^ from 3-inch pots, healthy I^O^f^^ pUnIs— Am. Beauty, Bride. ■^^'"^'-''^ Mail, Wootton, La France and Golden Gate, cheap for CASH. B^ M- B— — Plants, perdoz.— 12-inch. RClJllllfTl^t^'O: IS-in., $3 5); 18 to ■^•■■'■"-'" 24 in., $5.00; 24 to 30-in., $7.00; 30 to 36- in., $9 00. JOSEPH HEINL, Jacksonville. III. Unquestionably the best mixture of Chi- nese Piimrcses. It contains the largest variety of the best selling colors. Flowers large, beautifully fringed, borne in large clusters well above the rich g>een leaves. Pkt , (250 seeds), SOc ; 5 pkt., (1250 S.), $2 00. CHINESE PRIMUU, Chiswick red; Alba Magni- 0ca. white; blue, pink, striped. Each, per pkt. of 260 seeds, 50o; 1000 seeds, $1.75. DOUBLE CHINESE PRIMULA, white, pink, ni or mixed, per pkt., 50c. CINERARM VAUGHAN'S COLUMBIAN MIXTURE. A mixture of the best EnalisD and German strains, unsurpassed. Pkt. (1000 seeds) SOc; 3pkts., $1.25. CALCEOLARIA HYBHIDA, choicest mixture, pkt. SOc. 10 PER CENT discount on flower s"ed orders amounting to $2.00 and over for CASH WITH ORDER. OTHER SEASONABLE SEEDS Such as Cvclamen. Pansies. Perennials. Send for our midsummer list of bulbs, etc. Sent free to florists on request. 14 B»RCLAY STREET, NEW YORK. VAUGHAN'S SEED STORE, 81 & 86 RANDOLPH ST., CHICAGO. Philadelphia Palms. JOSEPH HEACOCK, WYNCOTE, PS. Offers the following : ARECA LUTESCENS: fi-innh nnt ^ nlants 20 to 22 inches hi?h 75e each: $75.00 ner 100 B-inch not 3 olants 24 to 26 inches hieh $1.00 each: $100.00 ner 100 Sinch pot, 3 plants, 30 to 36 inches high 10-inch pot, 3 plants, 42 to 45 inches higl KENTIA BELIV (5_jjjq}i pot 6 leaves '^4 inches hisrh $3 00 each I $5. 00 each /lOREANA: . -- $1.2.'=; earti! $15.00 oer doz. 6 inch poti 6 to 7 leaves, 26 to 28 inches high 1 50 each; 18.00 per doz. 8-inch pot, 6 to 7 leaves, 30 to 32 inches high 3.00 each; 36 00 per doz. 8-inch pot, 6 to 7 leaves, 36 to 40 inches high 4.00 each. HOME GROWN. CLEAN AND HEALTHY. 10,000 Roses Meteors, lirides. Maids, Kaiserins, Beauties. Liberties Gulden Gate, La Prance, Belle Siebreoht. Write. GEO. A. KUHL, PEKIN, ILL. ASTER Plants Semple's Branching and Queen of the Market, In white, pink.-blue and red, fine plants, grown from the finest seed saved by myself, at $2.50 per 1000; 403 per lOD. J. C. SCHMIDT, BRISTOL, PA. ROOTED CUTTINGS Estelle, $5.00; Lawson, $4.C0; Marquis and Elm City, $2.00; Crocker and Lord, $1.00 per 100. Other varieties on application. DANA R. HERBON, OLEAN, N. T. Please n ention the American Florist when writing. SPECIALTIES ROSES, from 3-inch pots. . R^-* CARNATIONS, for all delivery, ■ " _ "'J*" CHRYSANTHEMUMS. Va»!«» arlotte, Pres. Cleveland, J D. C»tbus, Sophia Buchnt r, EKanJalp. tiurbank, Duke of Marlborough , Alsace, Robert Christie. Manba Wabhington, at 86.00 per 100. 0|ic UQ A gent-ral assortment of Ever- IfUd Cwt bioom u^ Vineii^R, str ng, 2-inch and 2i4-inch tots, $150 per lOu; $-J0 00 |iiT 101 ( . f'CDtUlllUC S A. Nutt. Mme. Bar- UCnBniUniai npy. Richeli. u V.^ Favorite, John Doyle, Mme. Charle- Molin and Beaute Poitev ne, $3U.OO per IlO . Per 100 Marqu'sde Cas'ellane $6.00 Set of 4 New B uants for 60c. tet c.f 8 New Doubles for $1.50. In good Hhs riraent our choice of vari- eties, $37.l0 per 1000. Per 100 PRIMULA FORBESI $3 00 HELIOTROPES 2.00 SELAGINELLA Emmeliana 2.00 FUCHSIAS, in eood assortment oi varie- ties, 2Vi-in. pots 2.B0 BEGONIAS— Vernon and Vuloan 2.50 LANTANAS in variety 250 Areca Lutescens, 2>4-in. pots, $3^0Operlf00 4.00 Areca Lutescens, 3-in. pots 8.00 Areca Lutescens, 4-in. pots., 3 plants in a pot. .•20.00 Kentia Belmoreana, 2^-in. pots 7 00 Kentia Belmoreana. 3-in. pots 1500 Latania Borbontca, 2Vi-in. prts 3.00 Latania Borbonica, 3'in. pot, $10 per 1000 5 00 Pandanus Utilis. 2yi-in. pots 5.00 Pandanus Utilis, 4 in pots 15.00 Pandanus Veiichii,4-in. pots, $6. 00 per doz. IMStorrs& Harrison Co. PAINESVILLE, OHIO. >^^^^^>^^^» FOR SALE. 1800 Myrtle Plants From 2W-inch pots, exira h»avy strok, at $3.00 per 100. $25.00 er 10 0. Booted Cuttings from llais $1.50 p> r I'O; 2i4-inch size. Planted (utn^w will make nic.e stock for Winter Trade. Unknown parties cash with the order. Chas. Schweigert, Niles Center, III. Please mention the A meruan Florist when writing. Imperial Violets. Finf, strong plants, from 2-inch rose pots, $2.50 (er tOO; |22.50 per 1000. CENTRAL MICHIGAN NURSERY, KALAMAZOO. MICH. "How to Make Money GROWING VIOLETS" by George Saltford 30 years' practical experience. Price. 25 and 50 cents, t-ostpaid— Mon- y order prelcrred. ymLET CULTURE CO , 61 Quincy Street, BROOKLYN. N. Y. ..Violet Plants*. Readj for immediate shipu ent. Imperial $2 75 per KO $25.00 ppr 100(1 Swhnlev White 2.75 per 100 25 > 0 per lOOi) M Louise 2.75 p.r 100 25.10 per MO Lady Campbell 2.50 per 100 2i.50pHr'00U Crabb& Hunter, Grand Rapids Mich. CYCLAMEN Persicum Splendens Giganteum. I'inest strain In till' world, in four true colors, wf ll-tzrnwn p ants, from 2!^-iucli pots, $4.i 0 per ICO; 135 00 per lOOU. Extra so cicd, $ri 0 per UO; «40.iO per lOCO. Satiafactiou guaranteed PAUL MADER, East StroudsbiTg Pa. Mention the American Rorist when wnting to advertisers on this page. YOUNG ROSE Stock Cuttings from Grafted Plants. 3 inch Maids, Brides and Meteors, $5 0 per lOO: Jlf.OO per lOOii. 3H-iDch Maids, Brides and Meteors, $6.00 per 100; $55.00 per lOOO. flDlfllSTUM CUN&flTUM. ?i4-inch pots, $2.75 per 100; ^1.h^ ptr UOO. Cash with order. Seud for sample. The F. R. Williams Co. CLEVELAND. OHIO. Please mention the A mertcan Florist when luriting, Violet Plants WELL ESTABLISHED Per too ICOO IMPERIAL 2X-inch $2 75 $25.0ft M*RIR LOUISE " 2 75 25 00 FARQUHAR " 2 75 25.00 SWANLEY WHITE " 2 75 25 00 CAMPBELL " 2.^0 22.50 GRAND RAPIDS VIOLET CO. GRAND RAPIDS, Ml HICAN. GERANIUMS IN B OOM. I'ioe stocky plants -l-i nob, $8.00 and $ti.00 per 100; 3 irrh. JS ler 100. SALVIA, in bloom, 2H tt"J 3-lnch. $4 00 per 100. COLEUS, 2 in., $! per lOJ; 3-inoh $1 per 100. ALTERNANTHERA, 2H-lni'li,$!50 per 100. ASPARAGUS SPRENCERI, 4- in. |(I2.&0 per 100. ROSE PLANTS, Hrldes. Hrid.'snuiids. Meteors iiii.l I. Did II i;^li's. 2Li Hud 3-incll $3 SO per lOi). 4-incli KaiMTin, $10.00 per 100. t:iisli or (,'. O. 1). W J.&M.S Vesey.Ft.Wayne.lnd. Liberty Roses 1,500 2x'.".-in. pots, ready to send out. «''H*GEO.A. KUHL,PekiiiJII. igo2. The American Florist, 801 Bay Trees 1,000 SPECIMENS, PYRAMIDS and STANDARDS. We are the largest importers in America. BOXWOOD PYRAMIDS AND STAND- ARDS, globe and bush. 250,000 BOXWOOD EDGING. KENTIAS Belmoreana and Forsteriana, We have just received the largest shipment of Palms ever brought to U. S. Send for catalogue and special prices. We import BULBS in large quantities. Send us lists for quota- tions. When in New York City don't fail to visit our nurseries. BOBBINK & ATKINS, RUTHERFORD, N. J. Boston Ferns. Fine plants, $25 per 100. DRAC/ENA INDIVISA, 6-inch, $6.00; 7-inch, $7.00 per doz ; 2 ft. up, extra fine. KENTIAS, 6-in.. $75 and $100 per 100. 20,000 GERANIUMS, 3V2 and 4-in.,in bnd and bloom, $7 per 100, upwards. Nutt, Jaulin, Poitevine, Mt. Snow, La Favorite, etc., etc., and new ones— Jean Viand, Jacquerie, Thos. Meehan, etc. , etc. , straight kinds. COLEUS, VerschaflFeltii, Golden Bedder and mixed, 2-in., at $30 per 1000; 3-in , 140. Alternanthera, 3 kinds, $15 per 1000. L. H. Foster. 45 King St . Dorchester. Mass. 100,000 SMILAX. Strong plants from 2V'-in. pots, ready for planting, 81.25 per 100; $10.10 per 10.0; S.5.U0 per 5UC0. Double Fringed Petunias. If you want stock of Petunias forward us youi- order at once and secure a superb noUection of ten novelties. Strong planfs from 2^.>-inch pots, in bud and bloom, $1.25 per 100; $10.00 per IOOj; 250 at 1000 rate. Cash. The W. T. Buckley Plant Co., Springfield, III. n A n A A I M O ^^ Chrysanthemums and KHHhHIII^ Fuchsias, named varie- ■•^■■'■■•■■■'» ties, at $2.50 per 100. Ailamanda Williamsii $4.00 per 100 Acalypha Sandeni 3.00 per 100 Ruaselia Elegantissima 3,00 per 100 Vinca ^'a^iegata 4.00 per ICO All good 2^-inch plants. The Conard & Jones Co, WestBrove, Pa. Always mention the American Flo- rist when writing to adTcrtiaera. FLORISTS' ROSES FOR WINTER FORCING. W\ our 2!L'-inch stock has been shifted from 2-lnoh pots. Our rose plants are all grown for the trade (we do not grow cut Mowers), and such l)lants we claim are well worth more money than ordinary surplus stock; 2^-in. 3Vi;-in. Per ICO Per 100 AMERICAN BEAUTY $8.00 $12.00 BRIDESMAID 3.50 8.00 GOLDEN GATE 3.50 8.00 KAISERIN 5.00 1200 METEOR 350 8.00 PERLES 4.00 1000 IIRIDES 3.50 8:00 IVORY, White Golden Gate 1250 20.0C MRS. OLIVER AMES, 4-inch per doz., $10 00. BEDDING ROSES in large assortment, strong 2!/o-inoh, per ICO, $3 00. ^\ yv IVIIVI A O Slroni.' 3-in. pot plants, OM IN IN Mo per UO, $1.00. Alemannia Explorateur Crampbel Italia L. Patry Pres. Carnot Burbank Florence Vaughan Mile. Beiat Paul Marquant. Aiparagui Plumotui, 2-inch pots, per 100, $4.00 4-inch pots, per ICO, $15.00. Aspiragus Sprangeri, 2K-iiich pots, per 100, $3.00. 3-inch pots, per 100, $6.00. Smilax, per lOO, $2 50. Chryianthemums, larse assortment, $3 to $4 per 100. Farn Balis in leal. 7 to 9 inches, per doz., $6.00. Farns lor Fern dishes, best kinds, per 100, $400. Hibiscus Paachblow, 2'.<-inch pots, per 100. $3.00. Lamon Amarican Wondar, 2'..-inch pots, p?r 100, ,$5. Celeiis, best assortment, per IOC, $2.00. Vaughan's Seed Store, GREENHOUSES: WESTERN SPRINGS, ILL. 84 & 86 Randolph Street, CHICAGO. 14 Barclay Street, NEW YORK. Standard Varieties 'MUMS. 5,0C0 plants, strong, f'om 2-inch pots at 2c— Chadwick, Robinson, Y'ancma. Silver Wedding, Lady Fitzwygram, Golden Wedding. Appleton, 3c; Eaton, 3o. 500 Brides from 4-iQcb pots, 6c. 500 Maids from 4-inch pots, 6c 300 Brides from 3-iDch pots. 4o. 500 Maids from 3-iuch pots, 4c. JOY & SON CO., Nashville. Tenn. Mums White Yellow Pink Pltzwygram Maj. BonnafTon Glory of Pacific White Ivory Rieman Pink Ivory Mayflower Yellow Mayflower Vlviand-Morel Mrs. Jerome .Tones— rooted cuttings, $1.50 i:er IGO. From 2!4-inch pots, $2.50 per 100. Monrovia, earliest yellow"! Rooted Cuttings, $2.50 White Bonnaffon I. per 100. Lavender Queen | From 2!4-inch pots, Col. Appleton, yellow J |4 per 100. Timothy Eaton, white I Rooted Cuttings E. D. Smith, yellow [-$3 per 100. From Mrs. W. B. Chamberlain, pick \ 2H- in. pots, $1.60 GEORGE HARRER. Morton Grove. III. Rubber Plants strong young plants from 3-inch, $1.50 per doz ; H2.50 per 100. Strong, branched, 5-in , $3.00 per doz. HYDRANBEA OTAKSA, large 4-inch pots, J5 00 per 100. All of the above are No 1 stock and just right to sell or shift and will be worth 3 times the mcney. CINCINNATI FLORAL CO. 2330 HARRISON AVE. CINCINNATI. O. *Dryden' Geraniani, the finest of all beddera, 3*-^-iD. pots, $6,00 per 100; S^s-ia., 8400 per lOD. C;ish please. HENRY EICHHOLZ, Waynesboro, Pa, Please mention the Americayi Florist when wriling. GJirysantiiemum... TIMOTHY EATON, well-rooted cuttings. $3.35 per 100. Sample 2j for 50 cts., expiesa prepaid: Plants. $3.00 per 100, express not prepaid. All healthy and strong. Aster Plants. Queen of the Market, white, red. pink and miied. Florists' Upright Branching, outer petals re- curved, center petals incurved, superb cut flower, pure white, daybreak pink, fiery scarlet and lavender. Late Branching or Semple's, white, rose pink, lavender, red and mixed. All the above are the best money makers for florists, strong, healthy plants, assorted to suit, EOc per 100. $4.00 per 1000. Express prepaid for cash with order. DES MOINES PLANT CO., 38th St., Des Moines, Iowa. 'MUMS We Iiave a large stock of fine plants _ _ _ _ from 2'.:-inch pots. ready to sliip on short notice. Our selection of standard varieties, SiO.OO per ICOO; $12.(0 per 500. Write for prices on large orders. Following is a partial list. Send for complete list. T.Eaton $4.00 Nellie Pockett 8.00 Lady Roberts 8.0O Mrs. E. U. Smith... 6.C0 Golden Beauty 8.00 Mrs. Chamberlain . 8.00 Mme. F. Hergmann 3.00 Willowbrook 3.00 Merry Monarch — 3 00 Polly Rose 3.00 G. S Kalb 3.00 Ivory 3.00 Mrs. .J Jones 3.00 R. Halliday J4.00 Major Bonnaffon. .. 3.00 Philadelphia 5.00 Modesto 3.00 Nagoya 3 00 M. de Montmort.... 3.00 Glory of the Pacific 3.00 Ladv Harriett 6.00 Maud Dean 4.00 Xeno 3.00 Geo. W. Childs 4.00 Intensity 4.00 H. A.P.arr 3.00 H. WEBER & SONS, Oaklanil. Md. 'MUMS. E. G. Hill, Modesto Yanoma, Bloodeood, Maud De:ui, Robinson, Bonnaffon, Dailiedouze, Ivory, Bigelow, $2 per 100; $15.00 per lOCO. A. D. MONTBOMERY. Hazleton. Pa. Gliriisani)li6inums. Strong rooted cuttings of EATON and APPLETON at $2.00 per 100. Other varieiies will be ollered for sale later GEO. R. GEIGER, Nazareth. Pa. THE KINNEY PUMP. For applying liquid manure it has no equal. Seat prepaid for $2.00. THE HOSE CONNECTION CO., Kingston, R. I. 802 The American Florist. Jufie 21. Oa City. Pa, TRADE REPORTED AS A GOOD INCREASB OVER LAST YEAR.— NEW RANGE OF HOUSES IN PROSPECT. — CARNATIONS THE PRINCIPAL CROP. "A marked advance over that of last season." Such was the report obtained by your correspondent from W.M. Deyoe & Company. The tardy spring in no vrise checked the sales of bedding stock. Everything sold well, the supply being about equal to the demand. Ground has been cleared and a range of five houses, the combined dimensions of which will be 76x100, will soon be in course of con- struction. This will make a handsome addition to their already extensive place. A new boiler of sufficient capacity to heat the entire range will be put in. Gas is the fuel used. It is Mr. Deyoe's intention to devote most of his space to carnations, for besides his retail trade, he ships consider- able stock to the wholesale market. They have over 15,000 plants in the field and they look clean and vigorous. Flora Hill, as grown here, is decidedly the best white. Its weakest point, the stem, has certainly improved in this soil. Marquis and Lawson are the leading and only pinks worth growing on the place and Crane is still the leader among scarlets. NOMIS. RusHVlLLE, III.— Miss Effie Pember- ton is just starting in the flower and plant business here. Geraniums BEST RECENT INTRODUCTIONS. 2-inch pots, $3.00 per 100— 2U0 Mme. Charotte, 1£5 .lean Viaud, 250 Mme. Landry. STANDARD VARIETIES. »2 50 per 100-1000 Mars. 400 Marvel, 200 Mme. Buchntr, S'OLa Favor- ite, 35T Duo de Montemort, ISOTheo. Theulier. 100 Mme. Bruant, 100 Pierre le Brun, 300 Wm. Pfitzer. STRONG FRAME CROWN. 4-inch pots, S7 00 per luo— 2E>0 Due ae Montemort, 200 Mme. ,Iaulin, 50J Marvel. lOCO S. A. Nutt. From SVi-inch pots, $5.00 per ICO— 503 Mars, 200 America. BEGONIA REX, best varieties in 2\k and 3-inch pots, $3.00 per 10.1. FEATHER GRASS. Excellent for bordering beds for tall crowing plants. PENNISETUIVI LONGISTYLUM, (While Plumed), 2'/» and 3-inch pot9,$i.50 per UO. PENNISEIUM RUPPEL'ANUM, (Purple Plumed), 2'4-inch pots, $3.E0 per 100. SALVIA SPLENDENS, SCO $2.50 per 100. Nathan Smith & Son, Adrain, Mich. Please mention the A yncrican Flo* i\t zvhen writnig. MEETIN6 B. Y. P. U., PROVIDENCE, R. I. The Nickel Plate Road will sell tickets July 7, 8 and 9 at one fare for round trip, with stopover at Niagara Falls and Chau- tauqua Lake if desired; also via New York City if preferred. For sleeping-car accom- modations, Cill at City Ticket Office, 111 Adams St., or address John Y. Calahan, General Agent, Chicago. 2J CHEAP RATES TO NEW ENGLAND VIA NEW YORK CITY. One fare for the round trip via Nickel Plate Road to Providence, R. 1., and return, July 7, 8 and 9; final limit returning Aug. I5th. Three trains daily, with first-class modern equipment. Meals in dining ears at reasonable price. Going and return- ing via New York, if desired. Write John y. Calahan, General Agent, 111 Adams St., Chicago, for particulars. 24 Plant and Rooted Cutting List NOW READY FOR SHIPMENT. ROOTED CUTTINGS. Per 100 Coleus, Red Verschafleltii $ .75 Geraniums. Mme. Pollock 1.50 " Happy Thought 1.60 English Ivy 1.00 Heliotrope 60 Chrysanthemums 1.25 CHRYSANTHEMUMS POT PLANTS. Per 100 Ptcris Tremula, 2!4-'nch $l.BO Pteris Tremula, 2^ inch 2.25 Pteris Tremula, 3-inch 4.00 Roses. Ulrich Brunner, 2H-iDch 3 CO Hydran^zea Otaksa, for growing on, 4- inch.. 5.00 Hydran^rea Oaksa, " ** 6-inch.. 7.00 HydriD^ea Otaksa, " '* 6-inch.. 10.00 Hydrangt-a Otaksa, " " 7-inch.. 15.00 W. H. Lincoln, Jerome Jones. Golden Wedding, Philadelphia, Ivory, Thornden, Prea. Smith. Minnie Wanamaker, Louis Boehmer, Maud Deaa, Viviand-Morel, Major Bonnaffon. G. W. Childs, Mme. Beremann, Glory of Pacidc, J. G. Whilldin. Rooted cuttings, grand stuff, 81.25 per lOO; $10.00 per 1000. ^P~A11 the above sold on the positive guarantee of their being flrst-clasa, if not, your money &t once refunded. Having to rebuild our greenhouses this season the following stock is in our way at the start. Lf you wa"t any speak quick: Asparagus Plumosus, 3-year, from bed fine clumps, $18.00 per 100. Ken- tias, 2^-inch. very fine, $5 00 per 100. Roses— Ulrich Brunner and Paul Neyron, 2-year-old, from boxes, own roots, $8.00 per 100. Kentia Seedlings, from flats, l-year, $3.50 per 100. Geranium Mrs. Pollock and Happy Thougot, 1 and 2-year stock, plants from bench, $8.0U per 100. Cal as, 4-year-old, $5.00 100. Steel Wire Stakes, galvanized. No. 8 wire, 3 feet, used one season, $5. EC per 1000. JOHN IRVINE & SONS, Bay City, Mich. ARECA LUTESCENS. pcrdoz.— 3!4-inch,75c; 3 II; 3^. »3; 4. $3. KENTIA BELIMOREANA, doz.— 2y,-in., $1.50: 3, $3; 3^, $3; 4. $3 60. KENTIA FORSTERIANA, per doz.— 2>4-in., $1.60; 3-in,,J3; 314-in., $3; 4-in.. S4, LATANIA BORBOMCA, per doz.— 2V4-in., 60^; 3-in., Jl; 6- in., $7.20; 7 in., $lu; 8-in., strong, $18. PANDANUS VEITCHII, per doz.— 5-ln., $12; 6-in., $18; 7, $30; 8, $42. NEPHROLEPIS BOSTONIENSIS, per 100— 2- in , $4; 3-in., $8. Per iloz.-5-in , $3; 7-1H..J9: 8-in., $12; 9-in..$18; 10-ln., |34. ASPARAGUS PLUMOSUS NANUS. 2-in., $4 per 100; 3 In., $8 per 100. ASPARAGUS. SPRENGERI, per 100— 2-in., : h-in . *I5. ARAUCARIA EXCELSA, 4-in.. $6 per doz. FERNS FOR DISHES, Etc., 83 per 100. FERN BALLS, well furnished with leaves, S 3-in., $8; 4-in., $l2; I to $5 per doz. TlieGE0.WITT60LDG0. 1657 Buckingham PI., Chicago. COIvE>XJS. 300 Versohatreltii out or 21/i-inch pots, Per 100 Kood stocky plants, 3TO Tor $7.03 $; 50 4C0E. C. Coleus Verschalteltii 50 Mixed varieties out of 2-inch pots 1.50 Austria, C. de Bouchard, Q. Charlotte, All^- n)ania, L A'uughan, Souv, de .\, Crozy, M, Berat, P, Bismarck, F, Vauehan, Italia and Burbank out of pots at $5 OJ pi'r 100. Mixed varieties at $4.00 per 100. Per 100 Vjncas, 'railins, 4-inch rots, long: runners, $10,10 Swainsona. Alba and Rosea, 2-inch 2.50 Umbrella Plants. 2-iLch 2.00 Asparagus Sprengeri, 2-inch 2.03 Lophotpermum, 2-inoh 1.50 Cash or satisfactory reference with order. GEO. L. IV1ILLER, Newark, Ohio. Please mention the Atnerican Florist 'vhen 7vriting. Surplus Stock 'a' BARGAIN ' Per 100 25,000 Asparagus Sprengeri, 3- inch pots |3,C0 500 Kentia Belmoreaua, 3-inch pots 10.00 1,6(0 Kf-ntia Forsleriiina, 3-lnrh pots 10.00 1 5C0 Keiilias, from boxes 8 00 1,000 Latanias, 3-inch pots 5.00 20 FicuK Elastica, 8-inab pots, B to G feet, at $1.25 each. Also a flne lot of Standard Sorts of Chrysanthe- mums, strong plants In 2V4 .'ind 3-im*.h pots; prices on application. Bri-les, Maids, GoMen Gates. Meteors, Perles and Mme. Iloste, 2Vii-inoh pots, at $3.00 per 100. WALKER &MclEAN,Y0UNGSTOWN. OHIO. 'MUMS! ROS£S ! SPECIAL ! Col, Applelon, 3W-inch. 120.00 per lOtO; rooted cutting, 116.00 per lOX), Maj. HonnalTon, 2H-ln., $18.tO per lOOO; rooted cuttin^-s. $11.00 per 1(00. Our selection in proper proportion of color. 2y^- Inch, $20 per 1000; rooted cuttings. 112.00 per 1000. 100.000 2H and 3-inch Maids, Brides, Gales and Meteors. 25. (.00 2Vi-liich Stcvia and rooieil cut- tings, $20 and $12 per lOOO. Printed price list furnished on appUcution. Poehlmann Bros. Co., Morton Grove and Chicago, III. Vlca^r mention the A met jcan h'lm i^l jvheii .ct tlifig. Choice Ferns, From flats, strong plants, £10 per 1000. Sample 100 mai ed SI 25. 8 to 10 best market sorts for ]ardinier,»8 or pots, in lath sash, full sun, quite hard, in 2'.i-inoh pots, flt to shift, $3 per 100; $35 per UCO. LOIMARIA GIBBA, best small tree fern, for 6 or 6-incb pots, 2', inch, $; 60 per 100; $20 per ICOO. LYGODIUM SCANDENS, flne for cutting, on strings, like Smilax, 2'4-inob, $2.80 per 100; $20.00 per loO. NEPHROLEPIS PHILIPPENSIS, extra flne, 2H-in , $3.00 per 100. CLEMATIS PANICULATA. 4-in., flne, $4.00 per ICO. CLEMATIS PANICULATA, 100 strong seedlings, mailed for $1.00. JOHN H. LEY. Good Hope. Washington. D.C. ASPARAGUS. Per 100 Sprengeri, 2-in. pots |2.C0 Plumosus, 2-in. pots, ready June 15.... 3.50 Smilax, 2-in pots 1.50 Geraniums, to close out, mixed 2.00 PRIMROSES, CHINESE, OBCONICA and FORBES), ready July 1st 2 00 )0S.H,CUI|'|(1ng'hAm", Delaware, 0. Orchids! ^ Arrived in fine condition: rattleya lublata, C. Skiiiturl. ('. Dnwmim, Oncitliuiu varicoium Rojjprsii niul IVTisliTiii clala; also a Hue lot of Afihuriuiu SohtTzerianum. \Vrite for our illustrattnl. drscrlptlvo catalasiuu of orchids. Special list of freshly Importi'd unestabllshed Orchids, juBt ready. Write for a copy. LAGER & HURRELL, sijmmii. n. j. Orchid QrowM-i and Importar*. jgo2. The American Florist. 803 ♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦^ WHEN IN NEED OF BOXES Try our improved folding box, with superior -white finish and improved corner lock. ^ Ji^Samples free on application. No charge for printing in 500 lots or over. C. C. Poll worth Co., Milwaukee, Wis. ♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦»♦♦♦♦♦»♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦********♦**•**♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦•♦•*♦♦»♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦*♦♦**♦♦♦♦♦♦♦** Boston Florist Letter Go. MANUFACTUREKS OK FLORISTS' LETTERS. Thi<5 wooden box nicely stained and var- nished, 18x30x12 made in tTTO sections, one for each size letter, given away witli first order of 500 letters. Block Letters, \Vi or 2-mch size, per 100. $2.00. Script Letters, $4. Fastener with each letter or word. Used by leading florists everywhere and for sale by all wholesale florists and supply dealers. N, F. McCarthy, Trcas. and Manager, 84 Hawley St., BOSTON, MASS. BERANIUMS ! About 2,000 Assorted Colors, 3 1-2-inch pots, M per 100, while they last. Cash with order. The LIVINGSTONSEEDCO. COLUMBUSs OHIO. Geraniums Jean Viaud strong. 2i.i-inoh, $?5 00 per ICOD. S. A. Nutt, etc., stronji, 2i-i-inoh, $3 i.OO per 1000. S. A. Xutt, etc., 4-lnch, $b.Ou per 100. ASPARAGUS PLUMOSUS. flne 2io-inch, Sd per lOO. SMALL FERNS, 'or dishes, tine, 2i..-inoh, 4 varie- ti-s. fiOO per 100. ASPARAGUS SPRENGERI. string, 2i»-inch, $2.50 per 100. HELIOTROPE, strong, bushy 4-inch. SJ OO per 100. CHRYSANTHEMUMS, 20 varieties, flne, 2U-inch, $25.00 per lOOO CANNAS. strong, Chas. Henderson. 4-inoh, $I.OD pr-r 110. CALADIUMS, strong, 4-inch, $4 OO per ICO. VIOLEIS, Marie Louise, 2-inch, J2.0O per 100. Carl Hagtnburger, West Mentor, 0. Pansy Seed. The Jennings Strain. Will be ready July Ist. Stock the Finest. ■. B. JENNINGS. Laok Box 264, Soutkpert, Conn. Grower of the Finest Fansies. ESTABUSHED | 1866 EMIL^STEFFEMS> SUCC.™ USTEFFENS "OSTErFEMSBROS a BLACK DEATH 97 (POWDER) TO EAT THEREOF IS TO DIE. BUG KILLER and FERTILIZER. Three years of unprecedented success wherever intro- duced all over the United States has proved "BLACK DEATH" to be a cheap and absolute annihilator of all insects, bugs or beetles that prey on vegetation, foliage and flowers. Sse what Peter Eeinberg said in this paper, Feb. 8. Other strong indorsements sent on receipt of postal card. Western Ssien Agency, 935 Franklin St.. Chicago. HANDLED BY SEEDSMEN. S. D. STKYKEB, Agent. TO KILL ALL Greenhouse Bugs USE a NICOTICIDE Clean and harmless as fumigant orSpra,. Ask your seedsman for it or write to The Tobacco Warehousing and Trading Co., 1000 Magnolia Ave., - Louisville, Ky GALVANIZED WIRE-?S.c"r Fifty car loads of new galvanized wire, in short leng -ho ., -^^^ Never was used. Comes from 6 to 1 ' gauge. Put up 100 lbs. to a coil and only one size wire to each bundle. Prices range from $1.40 to «1.90 ps'* 1 100 poonds. Onr Free CstoIoEne^o. for tnc apking We handle all kinds of sup plies from Sherlff'B and B.ec(;(*er'H Sale. Chicago House Wrecking: Oo. ASPARAGUS PIUMOSUS 4-inch strong, SIO.CO per 100. SMILAX, 2-inch, strong, $1.50 per 100. IBO^JH; "SA^HAX^. B^st in the market tor Florists' use, $3.50 per ZOO lb. bag. ALBERT M, HERR, lancaster,-Pa, % 1. L The most convenient.wav or applying an insecticide ever yet devised. No pans required -No heating of {Pons-No trouble-Cannot iryure the most sensitive biooms-Very errective. Price 60rliciiUurul journal in America for auiiiictirs — $2.00 Per Year. Sample Copies Free. Lilj»T:iI tiTuis to florists who take. -.iil>--i-ri|)tiun.s. THE GARDENING CO. ^IJ^g^VilVr^Ls.A. tVAHS' IMPR?>5» APPAHAFUS \ uSrRATLO ■-^^TALOCUC QUAfCf/f arrfucHMfwoim. PIfasf metititnt Ihr American FUnut when wttting. FOURTH OF JULY rates vii Nickel Plate Road. One fare for the round trip, luly 3rd and 4th, within 200 miles of starting point. Return limit July 7th. Write John Y. Calahan, General Agent, 111 Adams St., ChicaKO, for particu- lars. 20 Now Come your stock, and send us your orders. We can promptly fill them from our LAR6E STOCK OF UP-TO-DATE SUPPLIES. We give exceptionally good value in all lines. Catalogue for the asking. June Weddings and School Commence- ments. Are you prepared for same ? Look over Leading Florists' Supply House. M. RICE & CO., Importers and Manufacturers 918 Filbert St., Philadelphia, Pa. ♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦♦< OUR NEW FOLDING Cut Flower Box J IS A PERFECT GEM. SEND FOR SAMPLE. \ \ HOLTON&HUNKELCO. \ MILWAUKEE. WIS. "Fumigation Methods" BY PROF. JOHNSON. Every Grower needs C| AA this book Price "Pl-WW AMERICAN FLORIST COMPANY, 324 Dearborn Street, CHICAGO. Fresh Tobacco Stems. Bales of 300 pounds, $1.50. Cash With Order. W, C. BECKERT, tlleghin;, Pa, A. HERRMANN, Cape flowers, alloolobb-, Cycai Leaves, Metal Designs, i>n> All florists' Sipplles, Bend tot Pslott. Jl*4c«lll» «••« •««ll ■«.. mWM VO«B. Sigmund Geller Importer and Manufacturer of FLORISTS' SUPPLIES Complete Stock— New Goods— New Illustrated Catalogue Now Ready. Send for it. 1 08 W. 28th St., near 6lh Ave., NEW YORK. INSECTS KEEP STOCK FREE FROM RED SRIDER, ARHIS, Aiui ;ill otlier liisi-cis \\\X\\ SULPHO-TOBACCO SOAP. (i'A'n:xTti>.> I'honp, Ffferlhf iintl i\un-Injurioui>. Snlisl;ictin V rt-sult.s jni;ir!iiile<'il. Sold by Sfi'dMiifii. Naiiiph' t-akf. inakiim 1 \-'l KiUlon's easily I'lvpaii'il st>liitti>ii. niailfd fur 10 ceiita. Full jiai ti'iiiars ami s|>i'Vt; PlR(liASEDTHErAN"-A51ERfCANKXP0SlTI0\ SEND US YOUR LUMBER BILL FOR OUR ESTIMATE. Pipe, Machinery and Building Supplies in General. FREE CATALOCrES OX APPLICATIOX. CHICAGO HOUSE WRECKING CO., rAH-AMERICAN, DEPARTMENT ,6. BUFFALO, NEW YORIL Boilers OF HIGH ^ GRADE. .=^ For GREENHOUSES. See Our Catalogue. S'.?;Sal."^. 6iblin&Co.,Utica,N.Y. Clear Gulf CYPRESS GREENHOUSE MATERIAL. Glass ^^'^ Boilers S. JAGOBS & SONS, Estimates furnished for Erecting. 1366 to 1373 Flutliina Ave., BROOKLYN, N Y. Send 4 cts. for Boiler Catalogue. New Twin Section Boiler. GET OUR PRICES BEFORE ORDERING. i GREENHOUSE MATERIAL. Gal. Red Cedar and La. Cypress. BBST GRADES. PERFECT WORKMANSHIP. Write for Catalogue and Estimates. Ar^:.n.4^^1« fi d^^ 6 5-621 Shettield Ave. • DietSCn & Co. Chicago, III. GEO. M. GARLAND, IRON GUTTERS AND POSTS Testimonials from leading growers. Serd for Catalogue. CEO. M. GARLAND, Des Plalnes, III. :JOHN C. MONINCER CO.. CHICAGO, SELLING AGENTS. Pif.ase wteniion the Amertcan flurtst when Tvritin^ GOOD A GENERATION AGO ! Good Today! Good Always! The WEATHERED BOILER and the prinoiplei on which It-is oonatruoted have stood the test of years. If you want a reliable heater, there are none as good as the WEATHERED. Endorsed by hundreds of Flo- rists. Send for descriptive list. Thos. W. Weathered's Sons, 66 MAmON ST., NEW YORK CITY. ^Standard The lightest running, most rapid and powerful ventilat- ing machinery in the market. Duplex Gutters, Made of wrought or cast iron with self adjusting sash bar clips. The only Drip Proof Metal Gutter offered to the Public. Send for my cata- logue free. E. Hippard, Youngstown, 0. 806 The American Florist. JU7U- 21, Los Aageles. TRADB FAIRLY ACTIVE FOR THE SEASON. — BCSINESS CHANGES GOING ON. — TRADB ASSOCIATION ELECTS NEW OFFICEHS. — PERSONAL DOINGS AND OTHER NOTES. Business continues fairly good and there is always something doing to con- sume a large supply of flowers. As the dull season approaches some of the grow- ers are making material changes. F. Ed. Gray, of the Ingleside Nurseries, is remov- ing all his greenhouses from Alhambra to Main and Adams streets, this city. Captain Gray has found it very incon- venient and expensive to grow his deco- rative plants and cut flowers under glass ten miles away from the store and will save the expense and damage to plants of a twenty mile drive for every decora- tion by this location. Miss Ethel Lord has disposed of her remaining interest in the business at 440 South Broadway to Hugh Evans and will hereafter devote her entire atten- tion to growing plants and cut flowers at her Elysian Gardens. Mr. Evans has purchased the entire stock of the Meserve Nursery, at 635 Broadway, and has removed the plants to 440 Broadway, where he now has his space filled to over- flowing. At the last meeting of the Los Angeles Florists' and Nurserymen's Association the following officers were elected: Presi- dent, A. Campbell Johnson; vice-presi- dent, L. P. Edlefson; secretary, John E. Dey; treasurer, Jacob Dietrich; executive committee. Miss Reese, Mrs. R. F. Whit- tlesey, Miss Lord, John Dey and E. F. Rust. W. A. Peschelt, the landscape gardener and florist, has gone to San Francisco to spend several months. Morris Goldenson is highly pleased with the business he is doing in his new location. D. R. Woods is on a long business trip in the east. D. R. W. Please mention the American Flo} i J -when luriting. LOW RATES TO ATLANTIC COAST POINTS. July S to 9, inclusive, the Nickel PUte Road will sell tickets to Portland, Me., and return, at one fare for the round trip. It will be to your interest to obtain rates via that road before purchasing elsewhere. Three daily trains. Write John Y. Calahan. General Agent, 111 Adams St., Chicago. 26 AWARDED THE ONLY FIRST CLASS CERTIFICATE OFMEBIT BYTMESOCIET V OF AMERICA] FLORIST SAT BOSTON MAS s| AUC.2ISTI8S0 FOR STANOARH FLOWER POTS. MlILLDIN Jersey Qty PotteryGoj lo_NG Island (JT/ Philadelphia u. cutler ryerson, 108 Third Ave., NEWARK. N. J. Standard OnX^ Flower... ■ V^ I O If your greenhouses are within 600 miles of the Capitol, write us, we can save you money W. H. ERNEST. 28th ind M StretU. WASHINGTON. D. C. GEO. KELLER & SON, MANUFACTURERS OF FLOWER POTS. Before buying write for prices. 361-363 Herndon Street, near Wrightwood Ave., CHICAGO^ ILL. please fnention the American Florist ivhen writing^. FLOWER POTS STANDARD POTSspe<}.utv List and SAMPLES FREE. SWAHN'S POTTERY MF'Q CO., P.O. Box 78. MINNEAPOLIS. MINN. Please renCionthe American Florist when wrillny WRITE AF IfnUR 1521-23 N. LIAVITT ST.. I Ti KUnili OHIOAGO. ILL., FOB PBICBB OF Standard Pots which for Htrengtb and poroitty combined are the beit on the market THOSE RED POTS "STANDARDS" FULL SIZE AND WIDIO BOTTOMS. BULK I'ANS AND AZALKA I'OTS. DETROIT FLOWER POT M'F'Y, HARRY BALSLEV, DETROIT, MICH.. Rep. 490 Howard St. Please mention the Amencan Fhnist :vhen :ciitiN£. STANDARD FLOWER POTS ! Packed in small crates, easy to handle. Pots Price per crate 130 7-in., in crate, $4.20 Pots Price per crate 1500 2-in , in crate, t4.88 15U0 2^ 5.25 1500 2% 6.00 1000 3 6.00 800 3V4 5.80 500 4 4.50 320 5 451 144 6 3.16 60 8 48 9 48 10 24 11 24 12 12 14 6 16 3.00 3.60 4.80 3.60 " 4.80 " 4.80 4.50 Send for price Hanging Bas- Seed pans, same price as pots, list of Cylinders for Cut Flowers. ,, „ kets, Lawn Vases, etc 10 per cent off for cash with order. HILFINQER BROS' POTTERY, OR ... FORT BDWARD, N. Y. AnoTisT RoLKBR & Sons, New York Agents, 31 Barclay St., New York City. AdjustablePlaotStands THE BEST ON THE MARKET. I Stand SI. 50; 3 Stands S4. 00 ; 6 Stands S7 SO; 12 Stands $14.00. YOU NEED THIM M YOUR BUSINESS. C. B. WHITNALL, MILWAUKEE, WIS. Invalid Appliance Co., COLUMBIA PLANT TUBS ■■n* UaJ tb*l M>* KELLER BROS. ^.^^_213- 15-17-19-21-23 Pearl St.. NORRISTOWN, PA. Manufacturers of Standard Flower Pots, red in color, equal to the best on the market; are 16 miles from Philadelphia, best of railroad connec- tions. We give special attention to mail orders and make special sizes to order in quantities. A postal will bring prices and discounts. RED pots SAMPLE POT AND PRICE LIST ON APPLICATION. C. C. POLIWORTH CO., SJlk"!'^"''" Gardeners' Chronicle. A Weekly Illustrated Journal. KSTAULIBHED 1841. The GARDENFRS' CHRONICLE has been for OVER Sixty Years tub Leading Journal of Its class. It has achieved this position becausv, while specially devoting Itself to supplying the daily requirements of gardeners of all classes, the infor- mation furnished Is of such general and perma- nent value that the GARDENERS' CHRONICLE is looked up to as the btandaud autdouitt on the subjects of which It treats. Subscription to the United States, $4 20per vear. Remittances to be made payable to H. G. COVE. Office: — 4t Wellington St., Covent Garden* London, England. igo2. The American Florist. 807 2nd-HAND BOILERS We have in stock a great number of good second hand boilers, low pressure, which we will sell at Bargain Prices consisting of the following: 10 — 48x12 horizontal tubular boilers, each gl25.00 3 — 42x10 horizontal tubular boilers, each g 100 00. 6 — 36x12 horizontal tubular boilers, each $75.00. 1 — Kroeschell hot water boiler, 100 feet capacity, $75 00. 100,000 feet 2-inch second hand boiler tubes which we furnish with sleeve couplings, oakum and cement, per foot 6 cents. 50,000 feet 4-inch flanged wrought iron casing, per foot 16 cents. Ask for Our Catalogue No. 47. Chicago House Wrecking Co., West 35th and Iron Sts., Chicago, III. SV".^ BOILERS and Pipe. 5 No. i6 Hitchings Boilers in good order, witli New Grates and Fire Bricks. Also 6,000 feet 4-in, cast iron extra heavy pipe, 9 feet lengths, ells, tees and Expansion Tanks. Cheap for Cash. W. A. Hammond 107 E. Broad St., Richmond, Va. D. 0. Gunninoiiam Glass CO., .PITTSBURG. PA. Tank Window Glass. ftot-tiouse Glass fl Specialtii. Horticultural Builders & Heating Engineers PHILLIPS MFC. CO., Tel. 1851 Bergen. Jersey City, N. J. In 1900 we built 5,726 square feet. In 1901 " 31,276 square feet. In 1902 " to date 14,962 square feet. Have orders fori 19,600 This should convince you we are progressive and up-to-date. See the range; we are building for S. Dntermeyer, Esq. , Gre vstone, Yonkers, S.Y.; conceded by practical aulhbtily to be a perfect type of greenhouse. Call us up. Please mention the American Florist ii'hen writing. %iflllltiltlilillilt .^ 1^ is an expert judge of lumber. \ FRE,t 1^ Fewer still are familiar with the IM peculiar requirements of greenhouse H» construction. * We have made it a special study, know exactly what to furnish. You are welcome t6 the benefits of our wide experience. If you contemplate building, write us. JolCS ilNINGEft^a,, CHICAGO IIIT0II5BLACKHAWKS-' SEULiriG AGE.NTS FOR GARLAND IRON GUTTERS 111. fliVflVfiVfiVISVIiVll TIC A FOR . USEJTMOW. F.O.PIERCE CO. 170 Fulton St., NEW YORK DILLON'S GREENHOUSE MFG. CO. °"r AI&.NUFACTDRBRS OF HOT BED SASH, AIB DRIED GULF CYPRESS SASH BASS AND OTHER GREENHOUSE MATERIAL. BUILDERS of DURABLE and PRACTICAL Greenhouses at a LOW COST. {^*"Oiir descriptive circular contains valuable information for every florist. Send for it. WE HAVE SOMETHING NEW TO OFFER. f 0 ieE GREENHOUSES ID M^IERfALFORNISJiED a I , AND — i— • f ME'N TO SUPER IN TEN ERUPTION J FDESI/R ED. CYPI^ESS SASH/BARS \ ANY LENGTH UPT032FT.o1r LONGER.! [^ O^ I! THEAiT-5"f®^'''^5 Lumbejr (b.,j N E'[>ONSET, B OSTON, f4A' American ^^ Ads Always do business, Week days and everyday lions IS Sundays and holidays, All over the country. At home and abroad. Please meniwn the Americati noristwhenivrUing, 808 The American Florist. June 21, Index to Advertlien. Advertising rates. .. 788 Allen J K 792 American Blower Co IV American Rose Co . . . I Amling EC n\ Aschmann Godfrey. 797 Bache Semon & Co. HI Baldwin A J 795 Kassett it Wasli- butn 791 797 BaurS Alfred I Biyersdorfer H 797 Herendeen MfgCo. Ill Herr Albert M k"3 Herrmann A f 04 Herron Dana R 799 Hews A H A Co.... 8.6 Hilflnger Bros 806 Hill The EG Co I Hipfard E 8 5 Hitchings &Co IV Holton A HunkelCo8i4 Hooker H M Co 808 11 803 801 79! 806 M06 793 795 8J4 808 Horan Edw C Hort AdT Horticultural Trade Journal Co 804 Hose Connect'n Go. 801 Hunt E H 791 Invalid Appl'oeCo. 8[6 Irvine John A 30ns. 802 Jacobs S & Sons ... 8C5 Jennings KB Joy &, Son Co Kasting W F Keller Bros KeUer Geo & Son. . . Kellogg Geo M Kennicott Bros Co Klft Joseph & Son. . Kohr A F Kreshover L J 795 Kroeschell Bros Co. 815 Kuehn C A 790 KuhlQ A....795 799 800 Labo Jos 799 Lager & Hurrell.... 802 Lang Julius 783 Langjahr AH 793 Larkin Soap Co 8 4 Laurel Hill Nursery 796 Ley John II 802 Livingston Seed Co 803 LooklandLiiiT'C(.8:6111 LoetP Az A: Co 79iJ LongDB II Lonsdale Edwin.. . 79? Loomis Floral Co . . 795 Lord & BurnnamCo IV Lucas J It, Co Ill Mader Paul 81O May John N 79) McAllister & Co ... 790 McCarthy N F<»Co 79; :Mcl)onaldliro3 NOj McKellar in iiiiy journal.) friend, the retail florist, to send him such stock, for these recently lifted plants often fail in the hands of his customers in the course of a week or two, and in conse- quence the well-earned reputation of thi* fine plant may be torn to flinders in that particular locality. The seedling fern business is largely in other houses on the clothing of those passing through. W. H. Taplin. Amelia, O.— Charles Pommert hopesto see a great many florists at his place the day of the July meeting of the Cincinnati Florists' Society there. He promises a good time to all who can attend. The Dutch Horticultural Society. At the meeting of the Datch Horticult- ural Society, Overveen,near Haarlem, on May 14, the floral committee awarded first-class certificates to Odontoglossum Hunnewellianum var. nigrum as a rare plant, exhibited by W. C. Baron Van Boetzelaer, Maartensdijb; to Odontoglos- sum cirrosum, from H. C. Hacke. Baarn. Awards of merit were made to Oncidium Marshalliannm and Cattleya Mendellii from H. Hornsveld, Baarn; to Primula elatior Zwijndrecht's Gloire as a new plantfrom Van Namen Bros. .Zwijndrecht. Honorable mention was given to Odon- toglossum Rossii aspersum from H. C. Hacke, Baarn; to Odontoglossum cris- pum from C. J. Vrikkert, Haarlem. A silver gilt medal was awarded to a fine collection of odontoglossums from J. H. Van \loten, Haarlem. A silver medal went to C. J. Vrikkert, Haarlem, for a col- lection of orchids. Bronze medals were awarded to the collections of orchids grown in different materials, from J. H. Van Vloten, W. C. Baron Van Boetzelaer, H. Hornsveld, J. C. Ballego and C. J. Vrikkert. The committee could not deter- mine which material was the best since all were a success. A Remarkable Cymbidium. For many years past there has been talk in orchid circles of a scarlet-lipped cymbidium which grew somewhere in the swamps of Madagascar and which had cost the lives of more than one intrepid collector in search of it. When in June, 1S92, a plant under the name of Cymbidium Loise Chanvieri was shown in London, and secured a botanical certifi- cate it was mistakenly thought the "scarlet" cymbidium had arrived. It had been discovered by Leon Humblot, in Madagascar, but there was nothing scarlet whatever about its flowers. These were of a yellowish green, with black spots on the petals and blotches of a similar color on thethree-lobed, wrinkled lip, the whole flower reminding one forcibly of Coelogyns pandurata owing to the peculiarity of its coloring and markings. The new cymbidium, however, now under notice is a quite distinct plant. It has been named C. rhodocheilum by Mr. Rolfe, of Kew, and now that it has flowered for the first time in cultivation in that establishment, it is unanimously admitted to be one of the most remark- able cymbidiums in cultivation. It has oblong, conical pseudo-bulbs, more or less compressed and about six inches in length. The leathery leaves are two to two and one-half feet long, not more than an inch broad, channeled down the front, and strongly keeled behind. The flower spike springs from the base of the new and leafy pseudo-bulb, and is two feet or more high. It stands quite erect, and carries about twenty flowers. Only about eight or nine of these, however, are open at the same time, and the still unopened buds are remarkable for the exudation of large drops of crystalline nectar at the base. The flower itself is about four inches across, with oblong, lance-shaped sepals of a soft and pleasing yellowish green without any spots. The petals stand more or less erect, but are broader. They ' have the same ground color as the sepals but are heavily blotched and dotted with black all over the surface, the blotches being thicker In the center. The lip, how- ever, is the remarkable feature of the flower. It is very large in proportion to the other segments, and has an extraor- J go 2. The American Florist 811 FOn ADMIRAL SAMPSON BY Z. D. BLACKISTONE, WASHINGTON. FOR LORD PAUNCEFOTE, BY GUDE & BRO.. WASHINGTON. TWO OF THE HANDSOMEST FLORAL DESIQNS OF THE 8EA80N. dinary spreading front lobe, broadly obcordate in outline, and of a rich and pleasing rosy-red color with deeper veins radiating from the center to the margins. The side lobes at the base stand erect, one on each side of the bright yellow disk, with purple warts, while at the very base is a raised semi-circular callus of shining ivoty white, somewhat similar to the boss in the flower of Cycnoches chlorochilon. Cymbidium rhodocbeilam was intro- duced from Madagascar by a Belgian collector named Warpnr, in the year 1890. One or two plants were sent to Kew. One has now flowered there and enabled me to furnish this description and illustration. A few other plants were put into commerce, but so far they have not flowered, although they are doing well. In its native state this cym- bidium is invariably found growing on masies of stag's horn fern, Platycerium Madagascarlense. It seems to delight in plenty of peat and a veiy humid atmos- phere, but not too much water. Judging by the Kew specimen it is an easy plant to grow if one has just the right kind of house, and it is a great pity that only a lew plants of it are known. W. The Coal Strike Versos Florists. Fortunate is the florist whose green- house healing apparatus is equipped with gas, and those who are not so I quipped may do well to turn their atten- tion to the heating of their plants with oil, for, as these hot days are upon us, it might be dangerous to the mental equi- librium of the florist, working as he is obliged to work, some of tnese days, with the temperature up to 120°, to worry over the question of the coal strike. This may be a very serious prob- lem to the florists here in the vicinity of Scranton, Pa., and to others who depend upon hard coal for heating purposes, as the question of the settlement of the strike looks very grave from this stand- point. The men are prepared for a long struggle. Mr. Mitchell, with his corps of officers is upon the ground here watch- ing every move of the operators, who appear to be very indifierent as to when they resume operations. They have undoubtedly fortified themselves for a long struggle and it looks as though it would be a case of "the survival of the fittest." Hundreds of florists have made no provision for their winter supply, and many of the smaller florists, buying only in small quantities, possibly may be required to shut down operations if they depend upon hard coal, and who can divine but that the soft coal men may be called out before fall. If so, there would be a wailing among the florists equal to that of the Israelites when they were in the wilderness without food. Already we have heard of florists in this vicinity . who had intended increasing their plants to a considerable extent, butthequestion of coal supply has called a halt upon their projects. These parties already have their glass on hand but are waiting developments. Those florists who are out of the gas belt would do well to look into the oil heating appliances, and I believe in the end they will find it a cheaper fuel than the use of either hard or solt coal. While the coal strike will have its most serious effect here in the anthracite regions, and before snow flies there will be thousands of hungry men, women and children and much suffering, jet, with all this, general and permanent good will come out of this srrike. New devices and schemes will be developed and put into use because of the necessities that these con- ditions are making. Heating by elec- tricity and the use of oil as a fuel will take a great stride forward. Oil is being produced by the millions of gallons, and at some wells is sold aa low as 50 cents per barrel. With the proper equipment a barrel of oil will do as much work as two tons of coal, so, here is an opportunity for some ingenious florist to make a fortune in perfecting a device of this kind, else it may be possible that they will have to resort to the old time fuel, wood, for heating purposes. Many florists have said, and are say- ing now, "O, these difficulties will be settled before our need of coal." They are looking forward more with hope than with any assurance of these grave matters being settled. To me it is a most serious state of affairs and florists should not allow their interests to be jeopardized with hope, for if fall comes on and no coal is being mined, to what will the florists resort? I do not believe in looking at things with a pessimistic view, but a number of florists were caught without much of a supply in the 1900 strike, which caused many serious countenances over the shortage of sup- plies. The strikers' idea is to force these stringent necessities and with these necessities will be sure to come an advance in price when coal is again on the market. Much could be said upon this matter, but these lines will serve to call attention to the florists' relation to the condition of affairs and will give many an opportunity to make other provis- ions for winter in case the strike con- tinues. G. R. Clabk. Franks visit to Champaign, III.— Thos. E. win sail July 8 for a summer England. Emsworth, PA.~Mrs. J. F. Zimmer- man died June 6, aged 36 years. Mr. Zimmerman is gardener at Dixmont Hos- pital. 812 The American Florist. June 2S, The Importation of Bay Trees and Palms. The accompanying illustrations give an idea o< the proportions to which the importations of bay trees have grovyn in the past few years, although this is an exceptional shipment, the largest of which there is any record. It was recently entered by Bobbink & Atkins, of Rutherford, N. J., and a special train of ttn cars was made up to convey the consignment from the dock to the nursery. One illustration shows the train, the other the trees themselves, almost 1,500 in all. la addition to this Bobbink & Atkins recently brought from Europe a consignment of palms which amounted to eight carloads. The Rose Show at Boston. The annual rose and strawberry exhi- bition of the Massachusetts Horticult- ural Society was held in Horticultural Hall on Thursday and Friday, June 19 and 20. The roses were excellent, much better in fact than has been the case in recent years so far as local exhibitors are concerned. Mr. Walsh, of Wood's Holl, who has put up invincible rose exhibits annually for a number of years, was unable to compete this year, owing to his plants having been badly damaged by a "smoke nuisance." Themost prom- inent exhibitors of roses were J. H. White, Jas. Wheeler, gardener; Miss E. y Clark, John Ash, gardener; Dr. O. S. Paige, Mrs. E. M. Gill, Peter B. Bradley, A. F. Estabrook, Geo. Barker, gardener; W. T Clemson. Ed. Powell, gardener, and Mrs. J. L. Gardner, Wm. Thatcher, gardener. The special Theodore Lyman prizes for twenty-four hardy roses went, first, to J. H. White and, second, to Miss Clark In the other classes Mr. White secured three first prizes and one second and Miss Clark two firsts and four seconds and her exhibit of Black Hamburg grapes was a prime attraction for visitors. The best singl* bloom of any variety was adjudged to be Mr. Bradley's Paul Ney- ron and the second best Dr. Paige's Her Majesty. The stands of 100 bottles each for general display were well filled, the six premiums being won by Mrs. Gill, Messrs. Clemson, Paige, Mrs. Gard- ner, Miss Clark and Mr. Bradley respect- ively. In other classes the prizes were well distributed among the above named exhibitors. On sweet Williams the prizes were won by W.J. Clemson. Mrs. J.L. Gardnerand W. E. Coburn. There was a small tank of nympbseas from Miss E. A. Wilkie and large vases of pjeonias, foxgloves, del- phiniums and other seasonable flowers from various contributors. H. A. Wheeler showed a group of Amaryllis formosis- sima and F. J. Rea received a silver medal for Campanula persicifolia Moerheimit, a handsome double, or rather triple flow- ered variety. George Hollis showed ten of his seedling pjeonias, receiving certifi- cates of merit for Maud H. Richardson and Goliath and honorable mention for an unnamed seedling. Oakes Ames exhibited for the first time a plant ot Cypripedinm X Y'Mir var. Hallii, with a flower stem two feet high and a pedigree as long as a clothesline. There were two splenilid groups of dec- orative plants from Mrs. J. L. Gardner and E. S. Converse, D. F. Roy. gardener. The contributors to the orchid classes were 1. E. Rothwell, E. J. Mitton and H. A. Wheeler. E. S. Converse also staged a fine group of tuberous begonias and Mr. Roy received a certificate of merit for superior cultivation of Pteris ensi- formis var. Victoria. Strawberries were itp to the usual standard. Pennsylvania Horticultural Society. The usual meeting of the Pennsylvania Horticultural Society was held at Horti- cultural Hall, Philadelphia, June 17, Edwin Lonsdale presiding. Dr. Henry Skinner, Professor of Entomology, gave an instructive and interesting lecture enti- tled "Beneficial and Icjurious Insects," illustrated by colored lantern slides. The 'une meeting for some years past has developed into an annual sweet pea exhibiticn, liberal prizes having been oflered by the seedsmen for collections and mixed varieties. We have in the past had excellent displays, but nothing to e(iual the range of varieties and quality of exhibits seen at this meeting. These same competitions have developed several expert growers and consistent winners, showing that cultural methods tend toward success rather than localiz- ing the seed crop in a given neighbor- hood, as Mr. Hatchins suggested in a recent issue of this journal. The display of Japanese irises, about seventy-five vases, including some thirty varieties, were much admired, and a col- lection of seedling anthuriums of the Andraeanum type, covering a range of colors from pure white to Daybreak pink and the varying shades of red. Among other exhibits were well grown gloxinias, vases of Rambler roses and dahlias, also cucumbers and lettuce. The attendance was large and included a number of visitors. The prize winners were: The Bodine prize for best pair of gloxinias, first to G. McCracken, gardener for Mrs G. B. Roberts, Bala, Pa ; second to William Robertson, gardener to John W. Pepper, Jenkintown. The Michell prizes for vase of mixed sweet peas, first to Ernest Schreiber, gardener to W. L. Elklns, Ogontz, Pa.; second to R. Carey, gar- dener to T. Hoy), Rosemont, Pa. For best collection of sweet peas, first to William Robertson, second to Ernest Schreiber. The Dreer prizes for sweet peas were divided between Wm. Robert- son and Ernest Schreiber, the judges being unable to decide between the two exhibits. The prize for Iris Ksmpferi went to Joseph McGregor, gardener to Edgar Scott, Landsdowne, Pa. The Dreer premium for All Heart let- tuce went to John McCIeary, gardener to Wm. Weightmann, Germantown, Pa. Henry A. Dreer and Joseph McGregor received certificates of merit for collec- tion of [apanese irises. Alphonse Pericat, gardener to Mrs. G. B. Wilson, Philadel- phia, received a certificate for seedling anthuriums. Special mention went to John McCIeary for encumbers. The new schedule for the chrysanthe- mum show just issued bears evidence to the concerted efforts of some of the gar- dener members of the society. A great A SPECIAL TRAIN CONVEYINQ BAY TREES TO THE NURSERIES OF BOBBINK & ATKINS, RUTHERFORD, N. d. rgo2. The American Florist. 813 THE RECENT IMPORTATION OF BAY TREES BY BOBBINK & ATKINS, RUTHERFORD, N. J. many of the regular prizes have been sub- scribed by business firms and private individuals, and show a desire to have the society in as prosperous a condition financially as vrhen the old hall burned down in 1893. In this connection one member, Thomas Long, gardener to G. W. C. Drexel, Bryn Mawr, secured subscriptions amounting to over $300. Frakcis Canning. The Newport Rose Show. The Newport Horticultural Society held its annual rose and strawberry show at Odd Fellows Hall, Newport, Tueiday and Wednesday, June 24 and 25. The date was rather early tor a full display and the exhibits were not as extensive as has frequently been the case, but the quality of theroses wasexcellent. There was muchinterest manifested, both by the visitors, the exhibitors and their gardeners. The principal trophy was the Mrs. Burke-Roche silver cup for the best di<- play of roses arranged for eflfect. This was won by H. Perry Belmont, W. Barth, gardener, with a group mainly composed ot American Beauty and Bridesmaids. Second prize went to Mrs. Robert Goelet, Calib Robertson, gar- dener; third to Mrs. Cornelius Vander- bilt, Jr., Hugh Williamson, gardener. On other rose classes Mr. Belmont won one first and one second, Mrs. Goelet, three firsts; Mrs. Vanderbilt, one first and one second; Miss E. J. Clark, John Ash, gardener, one first and one second ; Mrs. Arthur Beebe, James Nichol, gar- dener, one first and three seconds; ]. J. Van Alen, Richard Gardener, gardener, two firsts. Prizes for gardeners' assistants were won as follows; Basket of flowers, first to Thomas Fieldhouse, assistant to A. Griffin; second, to A. Jenkins, assistant to A. Meikle; thi'd, to Samuel Williams, assistant to W. Barth. Corsage bouquet, first, to John Finn, with C. Robertson; second, to Thomas Fieldhouse. J. J. Van Alen showed a group of Cattleya gigas, well grown and well arranged, for which a special prize was given. Commodore E. T. Gerry, A. Griffin, gardener, was represented by two showy specimens of Clerodendron fallax and by a fine collec- tion of Spanish irises. Miss Helen Mason, John Falkenholm, gardener, showed campanulas and foxgloves. Miss Clark staged an exceptionally meritorious group of hothouse fruit. There was no competition tor the S. A. F. medals for new plants. It is expected that the show at the Casino July 21 and 22 will be a record breaker. CHRYSANTHEMUMS. SPECIMEN PLANTS. Our specimen chrysanthemums are going into ] 0-inch and lij-inch pots this week. As our soil this season is rather heavy, we shall pot them only moder- ately firm and shall leave about half an inch more than the usual space, for a top dressing later The pots are clean. If new they should be soaked well before being used. They are well drained. Over the crocks we place a layer of crushed charcoal. We prefer to use it in this way to mixing with the soil. It better answers the purpose for which it is intended, as a filter. We see that the plants are thoroughly watered the day before potting, and if by any chance we find the balls dry, they are soaked. By doing this it is not necessary to water more than to settle the soil, for a day or two, and then sparingly, until root action is well in evidence. Our soil is moderately rich, but we have been in the habit of mixing, say, a 5inch pot of Clay's fertilizer with a bar- row-load of soil at potting time. Bow- ker's greenhouse chemicals are equally good, but we should be careful about using any artificial manure we are not well acquainted with. We object to bone meal at potting time. It is an excellent manure, if mixed some time previously, and allowed to heat up and cool again before using Our plants for decorative purposes, now in 5-inch pots, will go into "sevens" and "eights" in a week or two. They are stopped somewhat, but in general we allow them a natural growth. Such plants have a better eflect when not too set in form. The Mizpahs in pink, white and yellow; Midge, Mrs. Mitchell, a gem of a dwarf Chinese incurved; Garza, white, anemone; Savannah and Antonius, yellow pompon anemones; Garda and Firefly, a small red anemone; Golden Ball and Crimson King make naturally dwarf bushy plants which need little or no pinching, or staking, and are indis- pensable for the front line. Some stopping will be necessary for a few weeks yet and runaway shoots must be looked after well into August. Thrip and the red mite make havoc if allowed to get hold and must be watched care- fully. A plentiful use of water will keep them down, but we must spray occa- sionally with some tobacco compound. Duplicates may be planted out. Some of these will make better plants than those kept in pot« and may be taken up later. T. D. Hatfield. NOTES ON SEASONABLE TREATMENT. After planting is done the principal work connected with the culture of chrys- anthemums for a little while will be to keep the weeds down. They will begin to come up quite thickly in a very little time and should be removed as soon as large enough to handle. This should be done thoroughly, so that after the first weeding or so there will be very little trouble from weeds. The beds can then be leveled ofl and made as even as possible. Extra care will be necessary in watering your plants until they have commenced to take hold of the soil and as a general thing after once being well watered in at planting time they will get enough water from the syringing for the first two weeks, except in places at the edge of the bench where the soil dries out much faster. Some varieties soon begin to branch out and all surplus shoots must be removed without delay to give the main • one, which is being reserved to do the work, all the strength possible. We are having moist hot weather just now, which seems to make the blacki aphis thrive exceedingly. They need attention at once or in a little while they 814 The American Florist. June 2S, get to be more than troublesome. The most eflective remedy I have found is to take a large-sized watering can, fill it as iull as possible with tobacco stems, covering them with water, and let it stand about twenty-four hours. The strength will then be thoroughly drawn out of the stem*. Then strain the liquid and apply with asprayer. If theaphides are very thick it will take two or three applications to remove them, after which we spray our plants every week as a preventive. It is safest to do the spraying after the sun has left the hotise, not that we have ever found it to burn the young shoots any but we like to be on the sate side. If it is your intention to grow some •ingle- stemmed stockor some late plants, the cuttings should be put into the sand right away. They will need clean, sharp •and, with ample watering. At this season a north-side propagating house is the best place in which to root them. C. W. Johnson. ♦ * »■ American Art Industries. The third of a series of illustrated arti- cles under the above heading appeared in the New York Tribune June 15 and was devoted to the manufacture of the mod- ern conservatory, being a description of the development of that industry in the hands of the Lord&Bumham Company. It said that the business was founded by Frederick A. Lord, who was building greenhouses as early as 1856, and in which year he invented the ventilating apparatus now in use. But it was not until 1881 that the modern g eenhouse made its appearance, that being the year in which the fir«t iron-frame structure was erected, at Irvington, N. Y., for the late Jay Gould. The article on green- houie construction in Bailey's Cyclope- dia of American Horticulture was writ- ten by W. Addison Bumham, son-inlaw ot the founder of the firm, who came into the business in 1872 and is now president of the company. WITH THE GROWERS. N. ZWBIFEL, MILWAUKEE, WIS. The most thoroughly modem estab- lishment producing cut flowers for the Milwaukee market is the new range of carnation houses built last season by N. Zweifel, at North Milwaukee, about seven miles from the city. Here this enterprising grower has three housts 28x200 built on the plan approved by the most successful and the largest growers in the country. They are such houses as are being added to the big ranges about Chicago and this is doubt- less the embryo from which a very large establishment will grow, for the first season's success has been so satisfactory that Mr. Zweifel is now proceeding with the erection of one more house of the same dimensions. The houses are high, light and airy, being built with the Garland iron gut- ter and no partition walls. The glass used is 20x24, and excellent ventilation is provided. Each house has four benches, the heating system being admirably constructed. A Kroeschell hot water boiler does the vrork, the main supply pipe and the return being down the center crossway of the range. Under each bench there are four 2-inch pipet, one flow and three returns. So well does the water circulate that the foreman states that all last winter one of the returns was cut out, being unnecessary. The entire range is devoted to carna- tions, and the results achieved in the first season are particularly good in view of the fact that the stock was planted late and that the soil in the benches was taken directly from the field, without the addition of manure orany otherfertilizer. Neither has liquid food been supplied during the winter. With the use of the compost now prepared for next tail's benching, much better results should be secured, although one could find little cause for complaint In a cut of 10,000 blooms in the first week of June. The varieties grown are G. H. Crane, Flora Hill, Genevieve Lord, Guardian Angel, Estelle, Triumph, Evanston, Nor- way, Armazindy, Melba and Peru. The latter will be dropped next year, as the few plants on trial have failed thus far to produce any perfect flowers. Melba FRED W BARTELDES AT MINNEAPOLIS. (From the Minneapolis Journal ) is a good pink but it is hardly up to the present day nquirements. Crane has given good results, the cut being heavy and the plants showing very little trace of stem rot. At leastin health Crane has the advantage of Estelle, the latter being badly affected with rust; otherwise Estelle has the preference and it will be more largely planted next year. Hill has been the best white this season but a part of a bench of Norway has given such good results that 4-, 000 plants will be housed this fall. Of the pinks Guardian Angel has given a heavy yield of first- class flowers and of the light pinks Genevieve Lord ha« the best record to date. Evanston and Morning Glory are not in the running and Triumph does not show up in comparison with the others. Mr. Zweifel has a large field of young stock in very fine shape for next season. He has an old range of glass at the corner of Fourteenth and Groeling streets where he produces pot plants and miscellaneous stock for his retail trade. Commercial Floriculture in Italy. Peter Crovetto, who has spent several years in American commercial floricult- ure, now located in Chiavari, Italy, writes to a friend in Tewkesbury, Mass., so entertainingly of what he has observed in that distant country that we have obtained permission to publish the fol- lowing abstract of his letter: "The principal flowers here are roses, which are grown as are currants and similar stock in America. In summer they get rested naturally by the dry spell, often of five, six or seven months' dura- tion. From the latter part of August until October 20 they are carefully pruned , cultivated and mulched. The first rain generally comes in September and after that they start to grow as though spring was approaching. The first flowers come in November but the full crop is generally between December 1 and January 15, when the Bordighera, Nice and Cannes roses come in full blaze and last until the first of March, after which the flowers are generally poor, but by that time so many bulbs are flowering that the roses are not missed. "Next in importance to the rose and camellia are the carnations. These are planted out in like manner but they being very particular about soil and it being next to impossible to obtain sod here, we must work the soil to a depth of more than three feet to turn up the deep subsoil, otherwise the plants get the stem-rot, fully ninety per cent of them. The result of this hard work is that we get good carnation plants and the cult- ure is rnuch the same as in America when grown in the field. All colors are grown, the scarcest being good pink sorts. Every flower bursts the calyx, but the blooms are so nice and large and so double that the bursting is hardly notice- able. I have several American varieties and the most of them burst also but on account of their long calyxes these flow- ers are useless, while ours are short in caljx and when open hold the petals well together without appearing ragged. Flora Hill splits eighty per cent, Crocker fifty. White Cloud fifty, Maceo thirty and Joost bursts but seldom. Crane is too single and light in color. Crocker is fine in color, form and tissue and is much liked. Over here nobodv thinks of dis- budding carnations. The blooms are picked short and all the buds allowed to come along, as was done in America twelve or fifteen years ago. "We have, besides, one class of carna- tions, different from all the others called the 'big carnations.' They are fully five to seven inches in diameter and, notwith- standing that they are all bursters, I think they could be made to pay in America, for the colors are very fine and they are preferred to anything else by American or English travelers. They are grown by but a few of the best growern, for they are difficult and require much care. They bloom all winter alongside the American varieties. They are grown in 7-inch pots and kept well staked. "Camellias are grown here very exten- sively. They are shipped all over Gfr- many. North Italy, Switzerland, Austria and largely in Russia, for they have the quality of lasting twelve or fifteen days. Stocks are a staple, very fine, in nil shades but mostly white and pink, also daflodils, many anemones, daisies, the large white and yellow ones; callas and gladioli. tgo2. The a mer i ca n Flori s t. 815 Freesia is simply a weed, but all of the yellow variety. Acacia is a stand-by crop and is sold by tons. We have aca- cias fifteen to fifty feet high, in many species, such as semperfiorens, dealbata, cultritormis, microphTlla, floribunda and six or eight others. Violets are abundant and much cheaper than in America. Chrysanthemums are grown by every- body but lew grow them well. Last October at the Geneva exhibition many very large and beautiful blooms were shown, but only by four or five growers out of the many hundreds who grow flowers at Geneva. I have planted 3,000 chrysanthemums and have more to plant yet and my brother will plant about as many. Of these 750 are Modesto, 550 Hill, our best early pink; 550 Robinson, 550 Soliel d' Octobre, 200 Carnot, 200 Warren, 150 Niveus, and about fifteen other varieties. We are short on late and middle season pink. "I have tried three years to sell sweet peas. Tbe people here say peas are only for eating! They grow and bloom splen- didly but cannot be sold. A lot of annu- als are grown here, such as candytuft, gypsophila, mignonette, mysotis and so forth, also cyclamens, ericas, gardenias and epacris, all outside. A geranium when planted in the garden is there for all time and a heliotrope will last for fifty rears. One of my brothers has planted 15,000 Clivia miniata of the finest strain; he sends the blooms to Berlin. We are very anxious now about the new tarifi that Kaiser William wants to put on flowers and mad with our rotten railroad." Chicago. MABKET BIBB OF EOSES. — SUPPLIES SHORTBN BBMiBKABLY. — BIG MONEY FOR POOR STOCK. — CARNATIONS ALSO UNDER THB DEMAND —MANY SHIPPING ORDERS GO UNI^ILLED.- BUYERS DISAP- POINTED.— P.EONIA SEASON IS OVER. — FLOWBSS FILL IN NICELY AND AVERAGE GOOD RETURNS — ARRANGEMENTS FOR ASHEVILLE TRIP. — VARIOUS NOTES. It is remarkable the way the rose cuts shortened up at the beginning of this week. Where a few days before found almost unwieldy quantities in market, Monday saw the wholesalers unable to fill orders with shipahle material and local buyers paying $2 and $3 per hun- dred for trash which the cheapest Greek would not have looked at before the hot weather came. The sadden diminution of receipts was probably due principally to the throwing out of stock prepara- tory to replanting and to the dark, cool weather which prevailed for a few days. Carnations, too, are ofl grade, getting small, soft and bedraggled. The receipts are still fairly large, out they will not last long. Trade has been active this week and local buyers have had to skir- mish for suoplies, while out of town peo- ple have experienced considerable diffi- culty in getting orders filled for either roses or carnations, which has resulted in some complaint, for those not in touch with the market could not understand the radical change in the situation. The paeonia has been a saving clause under the circumstances. So far as reported no one has been obliged to refuse an order for this item, although it is expected the stipplies will be pretty well at an end by to night. The pseonia has done well in this market this season. It has found a ready sale and, taking the receipts as a whole, the returns have been above the ordinary. Now that they are gone, there may be more of a market for the 3 m 3 m 31 (0 •n in z o CO H X m > 2 Z C > r o o z < PI z o z H X m > 3 m o > CO H 3) > O m > CD a> O o > H O z z z m > TJ O lb 816 The American Florist. June 2S, summer stock, gladioli, anratum and ■pecioum lilies and such things, which have not moved any too briskly as yet. There is plenty of smilai now on hand, and more asparagus, bat little adlan- tum. While there will be largely increased supplies of the two former greens next season, few growers are giving atten- tion to adiantums. Kreitling does all the work ior the Washington Park Clnb and it therefore devolves upon him to make the floral saddle which is each year placed npon the Derby winner. Last week's piece is shown on this page. The body of the design is galax leaves, the edges of sweet peas, the seat of roses, the lettering and stirrups of carnations. On one side was "1902" and on the other "W," the latter standing ior "winner," not Wyeth; the shadow of coming events did not fall in Walter's workroom The Chicago Florists' Club will go to Asheville via the Big Four, the Qaeen & Crescent and the Southern railway, with a stop-oif at Cincinnati. The plans have all been laid and E. F. Winterson, ot Mc- Kellar & Winterson, will book sleeping reservations in the special cars. F. A. Chapman, for several years fore- man for Poehlmann Bros , and for some time in charge of a rose section for Bas- sett & Washburn, has taken the manage- ment of the A. C. Brown greenhouses at Springfield, 111. As a rule the wholesalers found it the best June on record. There was good business right along and most houses report substantial increases in the total of sales as compared with last year. Phil. Hauswirth returned yesterday from Mt. Clemens, Mich., where he went Tuesday to install Mrs. Hauswirth for a stay until after the Fourth. She hopes to be rid of her rheumatism there. There are more window boxes in use this year than ever before. The Lexing- ton Hotel has some fine ones, planted for Samuelson, and the Chicago Club also makes a nice down town show. John Reitmeyer went out to Joliet Tuesday to begin the construction of the two new houses for the Thompson Car- nation Company. It is expected to have th(m finished in ten days. Friedman is showing the Eldredge B carnation in his window, where it attracts considerable attention for its odd coloring, but it is not in great demand. There were a great many florists mixed up in the 65.0esigns, etc., to their clients who maybe traveling in England. Ulll I C 9. CCI2AD Court Florists to HU nILLO Ob OLUAlli Majesty, The King. ROYAL EXOTIC Nursery. Telegruis, Onslow Crescent, South Kensington, Flobculo, London. LONDON, ENGLAND. Wbol^ale flower/arKjf^ MrLWAUKES, June 26. Rosea, Beauty, .>ong, per doz. 2.53@ 3.00 " " med. " 1.00® 1.60 " " short " .50® .75 " Liberty 6.00@10.00 " Bride, Bridesmaid 4.00® 6.00 " Meteor 4.00® 6.00 " Golden Gate 4 00® 6.00 " Perle 4.00® 6.00 Oarnationi, ordinary 1.0] " lanoy 3.00 Adiantum 75® 1.00 Bmilaz 18.O0@2O 00 A^iparagua 65.00 Common ferns .25 PiTTBBnBa, June 26. Boies, Beauty, specials 20. OC® 25. 00 extras 12.00@15.0O " " No. 1 4.00® 6.00 No. 2 2 00 " Bride. Bridesmaid 1.00® 4 00 " Meteor 1.00® 4 00 Oarnatlons 50® 2.00 Lily of the valley S.OO® 3.00 Harriaii lilies 8 00®12.00 Daisies 25® .51 Sweet Peas 20© .ftO SmiJai 10.C0@12..50 A.diantum 75® 1.00 A.iparaf!us 33.00®40.00 CraonntATi, June 26. Koiei, Beauty 5.00@15.00 " Bride 1.009 4.00 ■■ Bridesmaid 1.00@ 4.00 " Meteor l.B0@ 4.00 " Perle 1.00® 4 00 " Liberty.. 1.00® 4 00 La France 3.00(" 4.00 Kiiiserin 3 OO® 4.O0 Oarnatioai 1.00® 2.00 Lily of the valley 3.00® 4 00 SweetPeaa %W .50 A.aparaKua 60.00 BmUax 12.50 A.diantum cuneatum 1 .00 Common f erna .15 St. Lonia, June 26. Boaea, Beauty, short stem 3.00@ 8 0) " " longstems 10.00@16.00 Bride, Bridesmaid 2.00® 5.00 " Golden Gate 2.00® 6.00 Oarnatlona, ordinary 75(«j 1.00 " choice 1.5((" 2.00 Lily of the Valley 3.0CM 4. CO Sweet peas 15® .25 Smilax. 12.60@15.00 Asparagus Sprengeri 1.00® 1.50 " Plumoaus 1.00® 1.60 FOURTH OF JULY EXCURSION over Nickel Plate Road, at one fare for the round trip, within a radius of 20O miles from starting point. Tickets on sale July 3rd and Pa. fHease mention the American Florist ivhen wfiting. H.G.BERNING Wholesale florist <322 Pine St., ST. LOUIS, MO. Frank M. Ellis, WHOLESALE TLORIST, I3i6 Pine Street, ST. LOUIS, MO. OONSIGNBtKNTS 80I.IGITKD. jgo2. The American Florist. 821 We do not propose to suspend business just because summer is at hand. IT IS ALWAYS OIR AIM to be prepared to meet any sudden demand, and throughout the summer we shall stand ready to supply everything seasonable and in the best possible qual- ities at a moment's notice. Bear this in mind when your customer states his wants; you can rely on us. During July and August we close at 5 P. M. E.C.Amling The Largest, Best Equipped and Most Centrally Located Wholesale Cut Flower House in Chicago, 32-34-36 Randolph St. CHICAGO. L. D. PHONES CENTRAL 1999 AND 1977. PRICE LIST. BEAUTIES. 30-36-inch stems, perdoz., $3.00 ai " " • 2.00 20 " " " 1.50 16 " " " 1.00 12 " ■' " .75 6 to 8-in, " per 100 J4.CC 5.00 Per 100 Brides $2 00 5.00 Maids H.OO 5.00 Meteors 2 00 5.00 Gates 2.00 500 Carnations 1.00 1.50 Callas perdoz., l.OU 1.28 Sweet Peas 25 .40 Valley, select 4 00 5.00 Marguerites 50 .60 Asparagus plumosuB, per stg, .60 .75 " Sprengeri 3.0O 6.00 Qalax " 1.25; .15 Ferns per lOCO, $1.00, .15 Adiantum 1.00 Smilax perdoz., 1.25 1.50 Prices subject to change without notice J. fl. BUDLONG iCoses and Carnations 37-39 Randolph Street, J^mCAGO. WHOLESALE 6R0WER of cut FLOWERS DAGGER and FANCY FERNS 75c per 1000. Discount on large orders. ABI BV I CllfCC Bronze or Green, 7dc UALIIA LCAffCd per lOOO. Use our Laurel Festoonino for your June Decorations, lis tne best aud cheapest in the market. 4. 5 and 6cperyd. Bunched laurel and [ laurel wreaths when wanted. Millington, Mass. Tel. office, New Salem. A. L. Randall, WHOLESALE flORIST. 4 Washington Stroet, CHICAGO Send for weekly price list and special quotations on lOOO lots. WEILAND AND Risen CHICAQO'S RELIABLE Wholesale Growers and Shippers ot CUT FLOWERS. 59 Wabash Ave., Chicago, BSin) FOE WBEKLT PBICB LIST. WMOLESALE FLORISTS Hardy Cut Ferns. i 50 cents per l,r00 lot. July 1st - 45 cents per 5.000 I'lt. ( 42 cents per lO.OOOlot. Cash. GALAX JOHN ABBOTT, Hinsdale. Mass. Bronze or green, 75c per 1000, in 2 OJ lots or over; single 1C03, $1.00. Fern, Fancy, $2.50 per 1000; Fern, Dagger, $1 50 per 1000. Leucotboe Sprays, bronze and green, assorted sizes, %\ per 100. Green sheet moss, $3.50 per bbl. bag. L. J. KRESHOVER. tt0-t12 W. 27th Street, NEW YORK CITY. Telephone call, 5ft7 Madison Square. HARRY A. BUNVARD, Mgr. Wbol^ale power/\arK?fe CHiOAeo, June 27. Roses, Beauty, 30 to 36-mch stems 24 " 20 " 15 " 12 " " " 6to8 " " per 100 " Bride, Bridesmaid " Meteor " Perle " Golden Qate Carnations Lliy or the valley Harrisii >.... Callas, perdoz 1.00@1.25 Cattleyas perdoz. 8.00 Sweet Peas Asparagus, per string, .6. @ .75 Adiantum Common ferns, per 1C03, $1.00 (ialax leaves, per lOUO tl . 23 Smilaz per dozen 1.15® 1.50 3.0O 2.00 1.60 1.00 .75 4.00@ 5.00 2.00® 5.00 2.00@ 5.00 2.00® 5.00 2.00® 5.00 .759 1.50 4.0O@ 5.00 6.00@10.00 .30® .40 .75® 1.00 .15 .15 Benthey&Co. F. f. BENTHEY, Manager, Wholesale Gommission Florists B1-35 Randolph St, CHiCAGO. iS^Oonslgnmenta solicited.. •••• LILY of the VALLEY The finest now ready to cut. Fine pips from cold storage, $13 per 1000. 1409-141 1 W. Madison St., CHICAGO. Bassett&Washburn 76 & 78 Wabash Ave., CHICAGO. Wbolesale Dealers and Growers of GREENHOUSES Cut Flowers : HINSDALE. ILL. WIETOR BROS. •iCut Flowers Wholesale Growers All telegraph and telephone orders given prompt attention. 5t Vatasb Avenue, CHfCAGO, FRANK GARLAND, 1 Cut Flowers Wholesale Qrower IF^KISiVS Chicago Carnation Co., Joliet, Illinois Always mention the American Flo- rist when writing to advertisers. SPECIAL ATTENTION GIVEN TO HARDY CUT SS-57 WABASH AVENUE, Telephone Central 3384. C:VtXC^A.GtQ» GEO. REINBERG, "Sslii Cut Flowers Choice American Beautiea. We will take care of your orders at reasonable prices. Prompt atteBtion. B1 Wabash Ave., CHICAaO, ILL. f^Uase mention the A meHcan h'n-^ist 7iih.en -writtng. PETER REINBERG, Grower and Wholesaler of Cot Fiowets. eOO^OOO PBET OP QLASa. Headquarters for American Beaut]i> 81 Wabash Ave., CHlCAeO, ILL JOHN MUNO, Wholesale Grower and Shipper of Boom 221. 51 Wabash Ave., CHICAGO. Tblephove Central 3598. All telegraph ami telephone orders given prompt attention. Always do business, Week days and everyday Sundays and holidays. All over the country. At home and abroad. Gut Flowers American florists ^^ Ads 822 The American Florist. June 28, Select VALLEY During July and August will be open from 7:30 A. M. I to 6.03 P. M. Saturdays, c ose at l.OU P. M. I GEO. A. SUTHERLAND, 34 Hawley St., BOSTON. Telephone 1270 Ualn. BEST BOSTON FLOWERS. AU SuppUes. An eatire floor Devoted to Stock and Manu- factaring. Distributing Agent for United States {of the v^onderful SEASONABLE SAMUEL S. PENNOCK, Wholesale Florist, IN QUANTITY. I6li-I8 LUDLOW ST., PHIUnELUK, PA. LETTER, unequalled for design work. Script, any color, 3V4c a letUr. Block letters, IVic each. The most elaborate design work to order in a few minutes. Gensbal Aoents: H. BAYERSDORFER & CO.. PhilldglpMl. REED > KELLER. New Yorli City. CITY HALL GUT FLOWER MARKET WELCH BROS.s Props. 9 CHAPMAN PLACE, Boston, Mass. 15 PROVINCE STREET. J. K. ALLEN Fresh Flowers FOR- Late Weddings and any other occasion at bed-rock market rates. i06W.28thSt., NEW YORK. Telephone 167 Madison Square. OPEN AT 6 A. M. DAILY. N. F. McCarthy & go. CUT FLOWERS ^in'. .T. Hurt A C:>., Burlington, la.; A. E. McKenzie & Co., Brandon. Manitoba; Funk Bros. Seed Co, HloomioKton, 111.; W. A. Barrett. Adrian, Mich.; Hickox, Mull &. Hill Co., Toledo, Ohio; E. VV. Conklin ac-h to him and his family the hand o( friendship to-day. Wo iiope their hearts may be upheld and consoled in this deep trouble. Signed, J. C. VAU(iHAN, i W. S. WooDRUFi", r Committee. W. Atlee Burpee, i The officers selected for the ensuing year are as follows: President, Walter P. Stokes, of Johnson & Stokes, Phila- delphia; first vice-president, C. N. Page, of the Iowa Seed Company, Des Moines, la.; second vice-president, C. S. Burge, Toledo, 0 ; secretary and treasurer, S. F. Willard, Wethersfield, Conn.; assist- ant secretary, A. N. Clark, Millford, Conn.; executive committee, W. Atlee Burpee, J. C. Vaughan, H. W. Wood, H. G. Courteen and W. H. Grenell. At the close of the meeting Jeise E. Northrup, the retiring president, was presented with a silver loving cup and L. L. May with a handsome bronze fern dish. Visiting ladies were given a tally- ho ride about the city in the afternoon and the entire party joined in a trip to Lake Harriett, where EUery's Italian band closed the proceedings with its sweetest strains. The local press gave the meetings liberal notices and printed portraits of Jesse E. Northrup, S. F. Wil- lard, S. F. Leonard, F. Barteldes, W. Atlee Burpee, C. L. Allen and Dr. B. T. Galloway. THE VISITORS. In addition to those named as travel- ing with the Chicago party, the following were registered: L. L. May and S. D. Oysinger, St. Paul; Frank T. Emerson and J. C. Robinson, Waterloo. Neb.; H. G. Wlndheim, Omaha; J. G. Peppard. Kansas City; F W. Barteldes Lawrence, Kans. : C. N. Page and A. H. Luck, Das Moioes, la.; Mel. U. Webster, Independence, la ; N. J. Burt, Burling- ton, la.; B. P. Cornea, H. M. S./hislerand F. S. Plant. St. Louis; J. E. Sloan, of D. L. Sloan iV: Son, Palo Alti), Cal.; H. J. Sewles, S. G. Courteen and R. .M. Koss, Milwaukee; Chas. S. Burge. Toledo; A. G. Samuel, of the Missouri Valley Seed Co., St. Joseph. Mo.: L. H. Archias, Sedalia, Mo; B. Fink. Payette, la.; P. G. Holden, Bloomington, 111.; Fred. Meier, Sleepv Eye, Minn.; S. V. Man- glesdorf. .Vtchison, Kans.; O. H. Will, Bismarck, N. D.; F. D. Craig, Memphia, Tenn.; H. K. Conk- lin, otE. W. Conklin &oon BiQphamton,N. Y.;A. A. Berry Clarinda. la.; Fred. B. King aLd S. M. Pease, Kcchester; H.W. Wood, Richmond, Va.; L. H. Coryell, Oshawa, Ont.;R. Bolgiano, Balnmore; C. P. Braslan, San Jose. Cal.: S. P. Willard, Wethersfleld, Conn.; VV. H. Barrett, Adrian, Mich.; A. E. Mchenzie, Brandon. Manitoba; E. J Sheap, with S. M. Isbell Ji Co., Jackson, Mich.; Jerome B. Rice, Cambridge, N. Y.; J. S. M ■■haels, Siou.\ Ciiy, la.; L. L. Olds, Clinton, Wis.; Wm. Kueker, Faribault, Mii n ; Burnet Landreth. Philadelphia; J. I. Re>nold3, Kansas Ciiy; F. W. Bruggerhot, New York. The ladies in attendance included Mrs. C S. Clark, Mrs. W. S. Woodruff. Mrs. Jerome B., and Misses Margurile and Joseohine Rice, Mrs. Love- io\, Mrs. L. L. May, Mrs. Preston King. Mrs. W. Atlee Burpee, Mrs. Chas. S. liurge, Mrs. O. H. Dickinson. Mr*. H. M. Sehisler, Mrs. L. H. Archias, Mrs. Chas. P. Braslan. Mrs. J. C. Robin- son, Misses .Tessaline. Sadie and lsab»-l Nor'hrup, Mrs. C. C. Massie, Mrs. W. H. Crossland, Mrs. S. G. Courteen, Mrs. R. M. Koss, Miss Grace May and Miss Nina Olds. Chicago to Minneapolis. A large party of the seedsmen bound for the Minneapolis meeting of the Ameri- can Seed Trade Association, left Chicago in the special cars of the C. M. & St. P. Pioneer Limited at 6:30 p. m., June 23. The visitors had dinner on the train ai the guests of Chicago seedsmen and the trip proved very enjoyable to all con- cerned. The party included the following: C. L. Allen. Floral Park, N. Y.; Alfred J. Brown, Grand Rapids, Mich.; \V. W. Teoiplln, Calla, O.; G. B. McVav, Uiru.ii/gh sin, Ala.; W. E. Stone, with Churchill .V Co., Toledo. O.; Walter P. siokes. of Johnson ,V Stokes. Phiiadeipoia; J. II. Ford, of the Ford Seed Co . Ravenna, O.; W. F. Jones, of Cadweil tS: Jones, llarllord, Cunn.; W. H. Grenell aud .\. T. Farreil, Saginaw, laleli.; Frank H. Battles and F. A. Stechet, Ro.:he8ter, N. Y.; Prof. B. T. Galloway, Washlniitoii. U. C; S F. Hriggs and K F. CrossUnd, of the Steele, Brlgga s-^ed Co., Toronio; W. C. Langbridge. with the Jerome li. Rice Seed Co.. Camhr.dge, N. Y.; E. L. Page, of the Page Seed Co., Greene. N. Y. ; C. S. Clark aud Mrs. Clark, Wakeman, O.: F. II. Frank, of Frank Bros. Seed Co., Bloomington, 111.; .lohn T. liuokbee. Rockford, 111.; Clyi.« II. Walker and U U. Riokett», ot the SpringBeld ,Seed Co., Springfield, Mo ; W. S Woodruir and Mrs. Woodruff, oranue. Conn.; O. II. Dickinson, with B. L. BrniTg A Co.. and Mrs. Uicklmon, Spring- field. Mass.; Albert McCullough, J. Chas. Mc- Cullough. Geo. II. Parvin, with J. M. McCul- lough'sSous; li W. Dulancy. wlili J. Chas. Mc- Cullough. Cincinnati; W. W. Barnard. Edw. s. l.erinard, s. F. Leonard. M. Barker, Leonard H. Vaughan. .L C \'aughan. Peter Hollenbaoh. A. H. Gtodftin. Howard li. Harries, Frank B. White, K. W. K»nkln. Geo. S. Green, of the llMiols So"d Co.; (). N. Davis, ot the Albert Dlckison Co.; E. P. Daggart, western representa- tive ot the Steelier Lithographic V.o . all of Chicago. Another party. Includiog W. Atlee Burpee and .Mrs. Burpee, left ahead of the main ChicBgo contingent. igo2. The American Florist. 825 H.H.BERGER&CO.'S PRICE LIST JULY DELIVERIES. L. HAHRISII,Bermud;i grown, secured Irom ti:'st and health- iest stock nbtamable on the 12 island — 5x7 in circ $.75 100 $5 00 11.00 22.00 1.00 .83 .40 .60 .85 lOOO $45.00 7x9in. ciro. (scarce) 1.60 9x11 in. oirc. (very scarce)... 2.50 OXALIS, Bermuda Buttercup, bright yellow, 1st size 20 2d size 15 105.00 9.00 7.00 FREESIA REFRACTA ALBA, our weil-kLovvn slock, same as we have grown in California forlSyears. ^nS^s-in. diameier .10 3.00 4.50 Mammoth, ^4-in. up 15 7.00 August and September. L. CANDIDUM, l^t. Joseph's Lil>), dcst Korthera grown stock known as Thick Petaled, best for forcing as well as out door use % I'd size bulbs, 20 in. circ. up . . CALLA AETHIOPICA, rromour Can forni a He ids, bound, healthy roots with good center shoots: 3x5 in. circ. fine blooming 4x6 in. circ hx7in. circ Monster (scarce) HYACINTHS, French Roman: Prices on Fr Rm. wnite are Net White, llxlicm White, 11x15 cm White, 12x15 cm White, 13x15 cm., very scarce Single blue Double light rose Double dark mse Hyacinihs. red skinned Italian. pure white, exira large bulbs Allium Neapol tanum. fine forcer. NARCISSUS, Paper Wbile.true (tranditiora. 13 cm. up Trumpet Major, French stock, extra early forcer . Grand Soieil dOr, golden yel. Dbl. Roman, for eaily cutting 5 .75 $.1.00 .80 4.50 .50 4.00 .75 5. ,50 1 OJ 7.50 i.to 10.00 .25 2.00 .ao 2 25 .35 2 60 .40 3 00 .30 2.00 .40 2 23 .40 2.25 .40 2.40 .15 .50 .15 100 .20 1.C0 .25 l.,59 .15 1.03 100 1000 $15.00 40.00 35.C0 50 00 70.00 18.03 21.50 23.00 27.51) 18 50 20 00 20.00 22.00 4.00 8,03 9.0O 14.00 8.(0 HYACINTHS. lOOO $1800 16.50 Dutch Roman or Miniature, in 12 100 best named forcing sorts, s».me varieties as Dutch Hjac nths, equal proporiioos of color, yourchoicr. 12-14 cm $.30 $?.00 In separatecolors. mixed sorts .25 1.75 Best forciui: mixtur'',l6om. and over, separatecolors, singleor double, pure white, blush white, rose red. light blue, dark blue, yellow 40 2.75 25 CO Dutch Named Hyacinths. BEST FORCINC SORTS. Singlo While — Alba Superbissima. B. Von Thuyi. Grandeur a Merveille. La Grandesse, Mme. V. der Hoop. Blaachard, Paix de I'Europe. Double White— La Virginite, LaTourd'Auv- ergne. Bouquet rio\al. Single Rose and Red— Charles Dickens. G^r- trada, liigan'-ca. Lord Macaulay, Moreno. Norma, B. Von Thuyl, Roi des Beiges. Robert Steiger. Double Rose and Red— Xoble par Merite, Bou- quet Teijdre, Bouquec Royal. Single Blue— Baron Von Thuyl Chas. Dickens, Czar Fe.er, GraniLilas, L^onidas, La Peyrouse, Marie. King of the Blues, R rgules. Double Blue— Bloksberg, Chas. Dickens, Gar- rick. Single Yellow— La Citronniere, Ida, Herman. Ist size. Exhibition Bulbs. 18 cm. and over, $1.00 per doz; $7.0U per lUO; $6a-00 per 1000. Seme sorts, 2d size. 17 to iS cm., Toe per dozen; $5.00 per luO; $45.00 per 1000. NARCISSUS or DAFFODILS. i\.ca.caLz-es« JtjL» ESTABLISHED 1878. SINGLE, EXTRA FINE BULBS. Horsfieldi, white petals, golden trumpet $ Emperor, primrose petals, deep yellow trumpet Go'den Spur, very early, enorm- ous flowers, rich gold trumpet Henry Irving, large golden yel. Incomparabilis, sin. yel. forcfr. " Cynosure, bright orange cup, early '* Stella, white Golden cup, flne forcer Poetious, Pheasant's Eye Poeticus Oruatus, great forcer. Princeps, very best for forcing.. Mixed Narcissus, sin., fine sorts Mixed Narcissus, single Trum- pets, flne sorts 1000 $5.(0 5.00 5.50 3.E0 7.00 6.00 8.0O .20 l.OO 8.00 12 100 30 $2.(0 30 2.00 50 3.C0 60 4.00 15 .65 15 .65 .60 10 .45 20 .90 15 .75 20 1.00 DOUBLE NARCISSUS. 12 100 Alba plena or ornata $ .15 $ .63 Incomparabilis, (Butter and Eggs) fine forcer 15 .75 Orange Phcenix 20 1.10 lOOO $5.00 6.00 9.50 VON SION, Holland Grown. Pure vellow, double Dafl'odil, 12 KO flrst"size bulbs, X $ .15 $1.00 Top size bubs, XX 25 1.60 Extra double nosed. Mammoth XXX 30 2.00 Double mixed Narcissus 20 .85 ICOO $10.00 13 00 18 00 7.C0 Narcissus, Chinese Sacred Lily. Grown in China, same reliable stock we first imported in 1^84 ou Pacific Ccast and handled ever since. Basket contains 3" bulbs. 4 baskeis in mat. 12 IPO 1000 Mammoth bulbs $ .75 $5.00 $4000 .50 el 3.50 lulb 30.10 Tulips, Extra Fin s. Single, Those marked * are best for early forcing. Artus, scarlet $ .15 $ .85 $7.50 *Belle Alliance, finest scarlet ''5 1.25 11 50 Cardinal's Hat, dark red .15 .80 7.0D *Uhrysolora, pure yellow .20 1.00 9.10 *CottagB Maid, rose and white. .15 1.00 8.00 ♦Couieur Cardinal, brilliant crimson 80 2.00 18.00 *Duchesse de Parma, orange red .10 .60 5.50 Jagt V. Delft, flne white .10 .90 7.00 J. Van Vondel, cherry red and white .15 1.00 8.C0 *Keizerskroon, red and yellow. extra fine .15 1.00 9 00 *La Eeine. white, shaded rose.. .10 .90 7. CO *i'Immaculee, white, fine forcer .10 .60 5,60 *Mon Tresor. earliest yellow .30 2.00 17.(0 Pottebakker, pure yellow .30 2.0O 18.00 Pottebakker, pure scarlet .15 1.C0 9.00 Pottebakker, pure white .20 1.25 10.00 PotteDakker.yellow.red striped .20 1,25 10.00 ♦Procerpine.most beautiful rose .25 1.75 16 00 RosamuLdi, pink .10 ,80 700 *Rose Griscelin. flne rose .23 1,50 13.00 ♦Vermilion, brilliant, true, extra flne scirlet .40 2,25 20.00 Wouwerman, violet .15 1,00 9.00 ♦Yellow Prince, sweet Ecented. . .15 1.00 9.00 Due van Thol, Early sin. scarlet, best forcer .15 1.00 8.00 Early single rose, best forcer. .23 1.5J 13.00 Early sin. white, best forcer. .25 1.50 12.00 Early siDgle ye low, true .25 1.60 15.00 . Early single red and yellow.. .15 .83 7.00 Single early Tulips, in ve'y .10 .10 .75 .40 6.00 Do., fine mixture 4.50 DOUBLE EARLY TULIPS. ♦Couronne d'Or, finest yellow.. $ Due van Thol, red and yellow. Duke or York, red edgfd white ♦Gloria Solis. red. yellow bord r *Imperator Rubrorum, fine scar. La Candeur, white, extra fine bedding Le Biason, blush pink *Murillo, most beautiful rose... Purple Crown, very large Rux Rubrorum, finest soarlet bedder Rose Blanche flne white bedder *Tournesol, red and yellow — . *rournesol, pure yellow (true). Dbl. Tulips, very choicest mix. Dbl. Tulips, fine quality mixed 12 100 1000 ..50 $3.00 $27.00 .15 .85 7.50 .20 1.00 8.00 .20 1.00 8.00 .30 2.00 17.(0 .20 1.00 8.00 .25 1.50 12.00 .30 2.00 18.50 .15 .85 7.50 .20 1.25 1000 .15 .90 8.00 .20 1.25 10.00 .35 2.50 22.00 .15 .85 7.00 .15 .75 6.00 SINGLE LATE TULIPS. Bizzares, vellow ground, finest. 12 sorts..." $ .15 Bybloemen. white ground, fin- est sorts, flecked violet, crim- son or maroon 15 Bybloemen, rosy, flecked white .15 Darwin's superfine, mixed 35 Parrots, choicest mixed 15 Gesneriana, scarlet, black cen- ter, true tail variety 20 Single Tulipsin separatecolors, yellow, scarlet, white, rose, striped, violet 20 100 % .90 .85 .85 2.0J .85 1000 $ 8.00 7.00 7.00 18.00 7.00 1.00 9.00 l.CO 8.50 OKiOOXJ®. lOOO $2.00 White, blue, purple, striped or 12 100 yellow, in separate colors, extra flne large bulbs J .30 Named sorts, extra flne large bulbs .40 2.50 Extra mammoth yellow 10 .50 4.00 Single, sweet scented i Double, golden yellow Large single Campernelle — True variety Campernelle Rug- olosus, best paying forcer — 13 ICO 1000 10 $ .50 $3.00 20 1.25 10.00 10 .50 3.75 .65 5.60 L. LONCIFLORUM, Japan grown. We will supply the same grade of this lily we first handled iwentv years »go. Reliable, in every instance. We offer sound; well-matured bulbs, no unripe stock. 5s7 in. circ 6x8 in. circ 7x9 in. circ 9x10 in. circ 10x11 in circ 1.25 L. LONCIFLORUM MULTIFLORUM— Forces consiaeiabl\ earli r, we supply the true variety, NARROW-LEAVED. 12 103 1000 6j»iu. oiro 45 2.75 25.00 7x9in. circ 65 40J 35.00 9x10 in. circ l.OJ 7.00 60.00 L. LONCIFLORUM CICANTEUM, black stem, same pr,ce as Liougiflorum iluliilloruin. 12 100 ICOO .30 $175 $15.00 .40 2.25 20 00 .60 3.50 32.00 .75 5.75 53.00 .25 9.00 80.00 Ask for Prices on LILY OF THE VALLEY, AZALEA INDICA, JAPAN BULBS. TERMS— 60 days Net on approved references, unless ottierwise agreed. 3 per cent Cash Dis- count if paid in thirty days. 5 per cent Discount on all orders arcouipan'ed by Cash. Liberal Dis- count on Larger Orders. Prices Subject to Crop Conditions. H. :BJB>ieOE>I^ & CO. ^T IBarolajr St., lSi&-\^ "X^orlc Citj?^, 826 The American Florist. June 28y The i^URSERY T^s^E. AM. ASSOCIATION OF NURSERYMEN. Chas. a. Ilgesfritz. Pres. ; D. S. Lake, Vice- Pres.; George C. Seager, Rochesicr. N. Y., Sec'y. Tweiitv-ei^htli annual convention, Detroit, Mich., Jiine, 1903. Jacob W. Manning, of Reading, Mass., has been in the nureery business at the same place (or forty-eight years. SoMB of the big nurserymen are using excelsior instead of moss, for packing material, and say it is not only cheaper but better. John F. Morbis, president of the Penn- sylvania Horticultural Society, advocates the use of the double flowering cherry as a street tree. E. W. KiRKPATHicK has fold his nur- sery at McKinney, Tex., and retired from active business although he continues as president of the Texas Nursery and Floral Company, of Sherman. Charles E. Greening, of Greening Bros , Monroe, Mich., gave an address on planting home grounds, illustrated by photographs, at the June meeting of the Grand River Horticultural Society, at Grand Rapids, Mich. Georgb B. Galbraith, of Fairbury, Neb., reports that there is a rapidly grovring demand In Nebraska and sur- rounding states for forest trees of kinds adapted to the climate. Mr, Gal- braith reports prosperous conditions in Nebraska and has doubled his storage capacity, having recently completed a cellar 64x100 feet, and nine feet in depth. Americaa Association of Nurserymen. The following are the state vice-presi- dents selected at the Milwaukee meeting: Alab.ima, W. F. Heikes. Huntsville. Arkansas, Q. A. Giimbli", Fort Smith. Colorado, G, .J. Spepr, Greeley. C'onnecticut, J. H. Hale, So. Glastonbury. Delaware, Alex. PuUen, Mil'ori. Florida, G. L. Tabor, Glen St. Mary. Georgia C. T. Smith. Concord. Illinois, I. E. Spaulding, Spauldiag. Indiana, E. Albertson, Bridgeport. Indian Territory, J. A. Taylor, Wynnewood. Iowa, .Samuel Lorton, Davenport. Kansas. A. fV Griesa, Lawrence. Kentucky, F. N. Downer. Bowling Green. Maryland, C. M. Peters. Snow Hill. Massachuset's, Jacob Manning. Reading. Michigan, Chas. E. Greening, Monroe. Minnesota, E. A .Smith. Missouri, .T, W. .Schuette, St. Louis. Nebraska, II. W. Marshall, Arlington. New Hampshire, Jno. C. Chase. Derry, New Jersey, Hiram T. Jones, Eii'/abeth. New York, D. II. Henry, Geneva. North Carolina, J. Van Lindley, Pomona, Ohio. J. W. Gaines, Xcnia. Pennsylvania, Earl Peters, Uriah. Tenneshee. J. C Hale, Knoxville. Texas, E. VV Kirkpatrick. McKinney. Utah, Wm. Y'oung, Sa t Lake i.'ity. Virginia. R. A. Wickcrshaui. Winchester. AVisconsin, T. J. Ferguson, Miiwiiukee. President C. A. Ilgenfritz has reap- pointed the standing committees, as fol- lows: Legislation, C.L.Watrous.Silas Wilson, Chas. J. Brown and Howard A. Chase. Tarifl, Irving Rouse, T. B. Meehan and J. H. Dayton. Transportation, A. L. Brooke, Wm. Pitkin, Peter Yonngers and N. W. Hale. New England Park Supzrintendents. The fifth annual meeting of the Asso- ciation of New England Park Superin- tendents was held in Boston on Friday and Saturday, June 20 and 21. The business meeting was held at the Quincy House on Friday evening and ofTicers for the coming year were elected as follows: President, J. D. Fitts, Providence, R. I.; vice-presidents, A. W. Smith, Portland, Me.; W. H. Richardson, Concord, X. H ; Chas. S. Anthony, Taunton, Mass., and Theo. Wirth, Hartford, Conn.; secretary, J. W. Duncan, Boston; treasurer, J. H. Hemingway, Worcester, Mass. The annual banquet followed, about fifty gentlemen participating and James Draper, of Worcester, acting as toast- master. He introduced first the retiring president, J. A. Pettigrew, who briefly addressed the society in words of con- gratulation and welcome. T. W. Cook, of New Bedford, responded in eloquent appreciation of the cordial hospitality of the Boston people and anticipation of the joys of the morrow in inspecting the many beautiful park reservations of the city. President G. H. Fox, of the Cam- bridge Park Board, extended a cordial invitation to visit the park system of his city and told briefly of the ivork being accomplished, especially along the shores of Charles river, on which $850,000 have already been expended. W. S Egerton, of Albany, responded to Mr. Fox's invi- tation. A pleasant feature was next in order, the presentation by Nathaniel Morton, of Plymouth, on behalf of the members, of a handsome gold watch and chain to the retiring secretary, G. A. Parker, of Hartford. Mr. Morton's allusion to Mr. Parker's devotion and faithfulness in his duties met with an uproarious response and the recipient of the gift was com- pletely non plussed, a vigorous rendition of "For he's a jolly good fellow" even failing to unloose his eloquence and all he could say was "I thank you." Then followed an address by Prof. A. H. Kirk- land on the subject of insect problems, illustrated by lantern slides, and J. K. M. L. Farquhar concluded the exercises with a talk on plant life in Hawaii, also illustrated with beautiful stereopticon views. Throughout the evening enter- taining songs and recitations were ren- dered by "Ctilck" Fox, assisted by a fine quartette and orchestra. Saturday was spent in a carriage ride, taking in the Charles bank, with its gym- nasiums and playgrounds, the Cambridge park reservations and historical grounds, the Esplanade, Riverway, Back Bay Fens, Olmsted Park, Arnold .\rboretum, Franklin Field and Franklin Park under the guidance of Mr. Pettigrew. Refresh- ments were lavishly served at the Colo- nial Club in Cambridge, Pine Bank and Franklin Field. The following named gentlemen were present: A. W. Smith. Portland. Me.; B. Worthen, Man- chester, N. H.: .Tos. U. Fiit«, Providence. R. I.; J. S Viles, Mootpelier, \'t.; W. S. Egerton, Albany, N. Y.; 11. 1). Goodale and J. VV, Tnomp- son. W'atertown. N. Y.; Chas. Haiblc, Newbure, N. v.; Le' nard Itarron. New York City; G. X. Amrh.n, New Haven, C 'nn.-. H. r;. Fuller, New London, Conn.; Walter Hubbard, ^leride". Conn.; Chas. E. Keith. Hridgeport, Conn.; H.G.Clark, R. N. Clark. J. P. Huss, C. R. Karlstrom, H. J. Koehler. G. A. Parker, Theo. Wirth, Hartford, Conn,; Frank Dings, Hvde Park. Mass.: H. W. West, Crescent Hcach Mass.: H. E. Whiting and Geo. H C^x. Can^bridge, Mass.; Jno. A. Dunn, Gardner. Mass.; Nathaniel Morton, Plymouth, Mass.; Jno. C. Olmsted, Broikline, Mass"; Henry Frost Haverhill Jlass.; Cnas. W. Ross, Newton, Mass.; Edmund Putnam. lieverlv. Mass.; A. P. •"■apen, Holyoke, Mass. ; Chas. Smith. Fall River, Mass. ; Isaac. Kelly, Lawrence, Mass.; Thos. W. Cook, New liedfofd, Jlaas.; Christ. Clark, North- ampton, Muss ; Robt. E'der, Waverle\'. >lasB.; Chas. S. Antuony, Taunton, Mass.; C. P. Price, Sloneham, Mass.; H. A. Has'.ings, Springfield, Mass.: E P. Adams. Mertford. Mass.; Amos Still- man and Col. H. .V. Htle. SaNm. Mass.; Jas. Draper and J. H. Hemingwax. Wor::eser Mass.; .laclisnn Dawson..!. W. Duncan,.!. A. Pettigrew, I). H. Sheehan, n. R. Clnrk..!. K. M. L. Farnuhar, Ed. ILitch. Prof. A. H. Kirklaud and W. J. Stewart, Boston. Import Freight Agents Delaware, Lackawanna & Western Railroad Co. at New York, N. Y. E^r^E^ieo^v. Bjoofffoaji-v-o r>i«SF»A.TO^, F. B. VANDEGRIFT & COo, Publishers of Vandegrlft's United States Tariff. Customs Brokers and Forwarders. Foreign Express, Export and Insurance Brokers. WFIl/ Vnni^ Office, 66 Beaver street I A. B. C. Code Used t p||a/<«/!r- fecLly hardy, true to name. fcietid for Special Catalogue of N-^w Ilnrdy Alpin-* Iris, now in the press. STOCKBRIDCE. MASS., U. & A. B.W. DIRKEN, Oudanboach, Holland. ORNAMENTAL AND FOREST TREES A SPECIALTY. G>nifen, Evergreens, Hollies, Etc. jt Jt Jt Prices on Application. Watch This Space FOR FUTURE B/VROAINS. JOHIV ]Bi«or>, 349 West North Avenue, CHICAGO, ILL. Greenhouiei, Niles Center, Ul. Park Architects and Dealers will And whatever they want in the Holland Nurseries, DeBllt near Utrecht EX o 1^1-^.^.91 r> . SPECIALTIES ARE : Conifers. Evergrecni, Hardy Shrubs, Lilacs, Ornamental Trees, Fruit Trees in different forms, Azaleas, Rhododendron Ponticum and Hybridum. Please send list of your wants and write for general catalogue, '^e will make you special offers. Write to GROENEWEGEN & ZOOM, P" mit, near Utrecht, Mollund. Orders tiookcd now for fall delivery. SKNI> POK PRICKS. Rotted cviUinKS and youn^; plants nil out. GEO. HANCOCK A. SON. CRAND H»VEN, MICH. Burbank'sSliasta Daisy Plants, 25c cai-.h; J!.50 pur do/,.; JIR.OO per 100. .•^i-i'il. BOo per 100. propiild. CALIFORNIA CARNATION CO. LOOMIS. CAL. ..CARNATIONS igo2. The American Florist. 827 Bay Trees 1,000 SPECIMENS, PYRAMIDS and STANDARDS. We are the largest importers in America. BOXWOOD PYRAMIDS AND STAND- ARDS, globe and bush. 250,000 BOXWOOD EDGING. KENTIAS Belmoreana and Forsteriana, Araucarias and Aspidistras We have just received the largest shipment of Palms ever brought to U. S. Send for catalogue and special prices. We import BULBS in large quantities. Sind us lists for quota- tions. When in New York City don't fail to visit our nurseries. BOBBINK & ATKINS, RUTHERFORD, N. J. f^ease mention the American Florist when writing. CVCAS RtVOLlTA STEMS. "We have just received a large shipment in assorted sizes from 3 to 12 pounds (most of them 8 or 10 pounds) which we offer at ICc per pound. Special price on large quantities. J.IVI.THORBURN&CO0 (UU of IS John Stmt) S6 CORTLANDT STREET. NEW VORi YOiG ROSE Slock Cuttings from Grafted Plants. 3inch Maids, Brides and Meteors, $5.C0 per 100; $45.00 per 1000. 3i4-inch Maids, Brides and Meteors, $6.00 per 100; $d5.00 per 1000. flDlflNTUM 6UNE>flTUM. 2H-inoh pots, $2.75 per 100; $23.50 per 1000; 6-inoli pots, J35.C0 per 100. Cash with order. Send for sample. The F. R. Williams Co. CLEVELAND, OHIO. DREER^S RELIABLE Cinerarias, Primulas, Etc. Our strains of the following important florists' flowers have been selected with the greatest care and nothing finer in qcality can be had at any price: y^ trade Trade Dkt. CINERARIA, Dreer's Prize Dwarf $ .60 Dreer's Prize Tall 60 " Dreer's Cboice Dwarf Dreer's Choice Tall. pkt. $1.00 1.00 .50 .50 \i CALCEOLARIA, large nowerid tigered and spotted .80 1.00 ^ ICO seeds 1000 seeds CYCLAMEN CICANTEUM, pure white $.75 $6.00 rose- 75 6.0O Mood red. 75 600 " ' " white with carmine eye .75 6 OJ " " finest miied 60 6 00 CHINESE FRINGED PRIMULA. Half trade packet of any of the following, 60c. Full trade packet of any of the following, $1.00. A trade packet contains from 500 to 1000 seeds, according to the variety. ALBA, pure white. AL«A MAGNIFICA. an extra fine white. RUBRA, dark red. CHISWICK RED. bright scarlet. RUBRA VIOLACEA, iridescent red. ROSY MORN, delicate pick. KERMESINA SPLEhDENS. crimson. HOLBORN BLUE, odd shade. FERN-LEAVED, mixed olors DREER'S CHOICEST MIXED, a grand mixture con- taining nothing but the best sorts. Honry Ai Drser PhnadeS pa! LILIIM HARRISII The Only True St. David's Stock for Early Forcing. Numerous growers who have grown them will bear us out in this assertion, owing to the small percentage of growing bulbs show- ing disease. Convince yourseK and dispell the doubt by letting us have a small portion of your order. Bulbs will be ready for delivery July 1 5th. Wm. Elliott & Sons, New York. Asparagus PLUMOSUS NANUS.... From flats, $2.50 per 100; $20.00 per 1000. 25 at 100 rates; 250 at 1000 rates, prepaid. Cash. LOO^IIS nORAL CO. LOOMIS. CAL. Please mention the American Florist when ivriiing. 100,000 SMILAX. Strong plants from 2'"-in. pots, ready for planting, $1.25 per 100; $10.10 per 10.0; $.5.U0 per 5000. Double Fringed Petunias. If you want stock of Petunias forward us your order at once and secure a superb collection of ten novelties. Strone plan's from 3^o-inch pots, in bud and bloom. $1.33 per 100; $10.00 per 1000; 250 at 1000 rate. Cash. The W. T. Buckley Plant Co,, Springfield, III. Please mention the A merican Florist when writing. 828 The American Florist. June 28, Our pasTiMES. Ajmouncementt o! coming conteBts or other •venta of Interest to our bowling, shooting and STOline readers are solicited and will be given place In this column. Address all correspondence for this department to Wm. J. Stewart, 79 Milk St., Boston, Mass.; Robt. Kift, 1725 Chestnut St., Philadelphia, Pa.; or to the American Florist Co., 324 Dearborn St., Ohicago, 111. At Flatbush. Thursday evening, lune 26, was a gala occasion at the Flatbush alleys, for President Charles Zeller was presented, by his fellow members of the Bowling Club, with a beautiful silver loving cup suitably inscribed in honor of his seventy- fifth birthday anniversary. The presen- tation was made by Eugene Dailledouze at a little lunch following the weekly CHARLES ZELLER. (President Flatbush Florists' Bowling Club.) game. Mr. Zeller made an appreciative response and each gentleman present spoke a few words, congratulatory and expressive of the affectionate esteem in which the old gentleman is held. At Philadelphia. The second trial match to select the team for Asheville was rolled last Wednesday evening on unfamiliar alleys, which looked good but proved difficult, for splits were more numerous than strikes. The point winners were. Con- nor, 475; Gibson, 450; Moss, 417; Starkey, 417; Watson, 412; Kift, 404, and Robertson, 401. The total scores follow: Player 1st 2d 3d Tl Connor 171 118 lf8 ilh Moss 164 128 125 417 Gibson lf-8 148 U4 450 ?lobertson 148 138 117 401 Westcott ... 133 118 104 345 Kift 128 )3'l 148 4C4 Habermehl lf.5 157 122 414 Dunlop 134 118 141 SIM Anderson 137 138 91 38( Polites 129 121 123 373 Starkey 186 133 119 417 Adelberuer 119 141 121 381 Harris lin 99 120 329 Watson 157 125 131 412 Craig 128 120 KM :i58 Falk 104 122 101 327 K. ^ ■ » Peoria, III — D. U. Ausborger will rebuild four of his houses this season. Providence, R. I. HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY HOLDS ANNUAL ROSE SHOW.— ATTENDANCE LIGHT.— TRADE GOOD — VAHIOUS LOCAL NOTES. The Rhode Island Horticultural Society held its annual exhibition of roses and strawberries on Thursday, June 19, and made the usual good display. In fJowers, special mention should be made of the Misses Marion and Josephine Kirby, of Warwick, and S. H. Manchester for their showing of hardy roses. Mrs. V. R. JosHn always makes a good display, and so did F. L. Gay, the latter being ofle of our best known amateur florists. The strawberries from Messrs. Razee and Clark, of Ashton, R. I., were excellent iu color and size, and there were a num- ber of seedlings irom the Rhode Island Experiment Station. The attendance was light. Business has been good this week, a number of schools having the exercises in the evening instead of aiternoon. This helped matters, as it allowed the florists to deliver in the cool of the day, thus insuring a fresher appearance to the bouquets. Eugene Seymour has torn down three houses and started building a better range this week. Mr. Seymour will grow some novelties the coming season and has a new idea in violet culture which will prove profitable. Wm. B. King, of Apponaug, is sending in a good cut of his seedling white pink. It is much like the old Fisher carnation. The Robinson-Hazard wedding at Peacedale was one of O'Connor's events last week. Thomas Keller rejoices in a young son. M. M. Baltimore, Md. — The past season has been one of the best experienced by E. A. Seidewitz for a long time. Kent, 0. — C. F. Brayton is preparing to erect three houses this fall to cover a city lot. He grows a diversified stock for a retail trade and has had a good season. Springfield, Mass. — The lily ponds at Forest Park are a glorious sight these June days. Thousands of nymphaas, yellow, pink and white, are blooming and in the pools set apart for the tender varieties flowers are also opening fast. St. Johns, N. B. — At a meeting of the directors of the Horticultural Associa- tion Dr. Geo. U. Hay was appointed to represent that body at the annual meeting of the American Park and Out- door Art Association in Boston, next August. RUPP XXX SEEDS. CHINESE PRIMROSE. Finest grown, large tlowering, fringed, single and double, 15 vars., mixed, rOU sneris, $l.(.0; half pkt , 50c. Have also the 15 vars. separate. CINERARIA. Finest, large flowering, dwarf varieties, mixed, 1000 seeds, EOo. PANSY. FINEST GIANTS. The best large flo'tveriBp: varieties in choicest mi.xture; critically selec'fd. 5 OCO seeds, $1. CO; half pkt., 50c. ^^^Cahh. a pkt. of new everblcommg Forget-me-not "Constance" added to every order. JOHN F. RUPPp Shiremanstowiip Pa. "The Home of Primroses." ASHEVILLE, NORTH CAROLINA. ' The Land of the Sky. ' The eighteenth annual meeting American Florists will be held at Ashe- ville, August I9th to 22d, 1902. Low rates have been made via Queen & Crescent Route and South- ern Railway. Special train, composed of Pullman sleepers, will leave Cin- cinnati, Monday, August I8th, 2:00 p. m., via Queen & Crescent Route, and run through to Asheville via Southern Railway, arriving at Ashe- ville next morning 7:00 o'clock. Members will meet at Cincinnati and all go through together from there. For sleeping car reservations and full particulars regarding rates, write J. S. McCULLOUGH, W. A. BECKLER, N. P. A., Queen & Cresent Koute. N. W 1'. A., Southern Ry. 225 UEARBORN ST. Ii3 ADAMS ST. CHICAGO. ILL. SMILAX in 2x2i/o inch pois. Pi UMOSUS in 2x2;^-in.. 3 and 4-in. pots. SPRENQERI in 3 and 4-inch pots. 'MUMS, 2(1 varieties, in 2x2;4-inch pots. GERANIUMS for stock plants. REX BEGONIA and others, in 4-mch pots. RUBBERS in 6-Inch pots. Write GEO. A. KIHL. Pekin, III. Mease tnaniion the American Fiorist when writing. Society of American Florists National Convention, AIOIST 19th to 22nd, 1902, ASHEVILLE, NORTH CAROLINA. For this conventfon the "Big Four Route" (C. C. C. A St, L. Ry.) will sell tickets August 16, 17 and 18, good for return leav- iog Asheville not later than August 25, at reduced rates from all "Big Four" stations. Florists' Speciiil train will leave Chicago 8:30 r. m. Sunday, August 17tb, running via "Big Four" to Cincinnati, thence via the Queen Sc Crescent and Southern Railways. Monday forenoon will be spent in Cincin- niiti, sight-seeing, etc., leaving there at 3 r. M. on the Florists' Special. Every florist .should make a big effort lo attend this con- vention, the first to be held in the beautiful Southland. Fur berths in sleepers from Chicago or CtDcinnati, and further In rorniation call on, or address E. F. Wintbhson, President Chicago Florists' Club, 45 Wabash Avenue, or .1. C. Tu< KKK, Gen'l Nor. Agt. *Hlg Four", 231 S. Clark Street. Chicago. Glirusanilieiiiuins. E. M. lilGELOW. CULI.INGI'OUDII. H. HLOODQOOl), E. O. HILL. MINNIK WANAMAKKR, MRS. ROHINSON, !H6.00 per lOCO, }2.0() per 100. A. 0. MONT60MERY, Hazleton, Pa. igo2. The American Florist. 829 ANNIAL CLEARANCE SALE To close out surplus stock we will offer the following goods at greatly reduced prices until sold. Orders filled in rotation. Order quick to insure these prices. Cash with order. 2,000 Choice GANNA PLANTS in the following varieties. Florence Vaoghan, J. Wilkinson. Elliott, Mme. Crozy, Pandora (bronze foliage), Sec'y Chabanne. Will close out the above at $4.00 per (00. Strong plants. SPECIAL BARGAINS in Paints, Oils, Putty, Fertilizers, Greenhouse Hose, Insecticides, and all Seasonable Supplies. Sphagnum Moss a'lllef.f.e'r'- ' """' *'°°^ " """' ^'■'"'' U/hAat Choat/DC Per dozen. A, 11.40; B, $2 25; C, $3.25; D, «J.50; vvneai ancdvca e, $5.60; f, $7.00; g, $9.00. niKhnnc Best florists satin, all colors, tier bolt, No. 5, 45c; No. 9, 70o; KIDIJUn5 No. 12, 95o; No. 16, $1.10; No. 23, $1.20. C\if'\o laavDC Best importsd stock. 24 to 48 inches, assorted, per ItJrtOO LlflYCa dozen, $2.00; per 100, $15.00. RaeLotc ■*'' kinds in assortments, $5.00, $10.00 and $25.00, 10 per cent DdoKvlo less than regular prices. TJn Fnll Hither 5 or 7-inoh. 5 pounds, 45c; 10 pounds, 80o; 25 pounds, I III I Uil $1.95; 100 pounds, $7.50. White Pampas Plumes select stook, per lOO, $^.50; 1000, $20.00. Colored Pampas Plumes Assorted colors, per too, tSOU. Remember we are HEADQUARTERS on all CUT ELOWERS. McKellar &Wmterson Co. 45-47-49 Wabash Ave,, Chicago. Seedling Carnation Pres. McKinley This Carnation has never been exhibited escept at the Kansas City Flower Stow last November. At that time it won i'S name and the prize of $100 offered by the Union Bank Note Co. for the best pink seedling. We will endeavor to plaoe this variety on exhibition at the leading flower shows this Pall and Winter. The color is similar to that of Lawson, with a better stem and a more regu- larly fo-med flower than the latter variety, averag- ingin size from 3i4 to 4 inches in diameter, with a good strong calvx and as free as Dorothy. We will book orders tr'r Rooted Cuttings of this famous Carnation at S I 2.00 per 100; $ 1 00.00 per 1000, for January, February and March delivery. Orders filled in strict rotation. We will also furn- ish Rooted Carnation Cuttings of all the new and leading varieties at reasonable prices for No. 1 stock. Read what John Thorpe writes of Presi- dent McKinley: Kansas Citt, Jlo., November 26 19D1. E. T. Grave, Kiohmond, Ind. Dear Sir: — I desire to inform you of the great keeping qualities of your President McKinley Carnation. At the close of the exhibition on Sunday evening most of the flowers were even better than on the first day of the exhibit, the color equally as bright and without a trace of purple. It is exceedingly bril- liant in arliflcial light. Respectfully vours, JOHN THORPE. Read the clipping in the Kansas City Star^ November 21, 1901. "President McKinley Carnation is a splendid flower, said Edwin A. Kanst, one of the awarding judges. The petals are perfect add it is well built. The general construction of the plant indicates that it may prove better than the Lawson. The color is deeper and brighter than the Lawson and the coloring is more distinct. The peculiar pur- plish tinge noticable in the Lawson is absent from the President McKinley. It will become a favor- ite Carnation.-'* E. T. GRAVE. RICHMOND, IND. Please mention the American Florist 'when ivriLing. ROSE PLANTS CHEAP TO CLOSE OUT. Nothing but good stock sent. Am. Beauties, 2-inch, $5.00 per 100; .$1000 per lOOO. Bridesmaids, 2-inch, $2.50 per 100; $30.00 per lOOO. Meteors, a-lnoh, $J.50 per 100; $20.00 per 1000. J. A. BUDLONG, 37-39 Randolph St. CHICAGO. I The Sensational New Rose for 1902. I MRS. OLIVER AMES. 3 For descfiptioot prices^ etc^ see Trade List. % SI 00.00 IS OFFERED IN PRIZES for Cut Flowers of this Rose at Madison ^ Square Show next fall. g Extra fine plants of tbe grand pillar rose CRIMSON RAMBLER, from $2.00 to $6.00 per dozen, a; according to size and age. Also all tbe STANDARD forcing roses in variety, now ready for 2 shipment. I JOHN N. MAY, Summif, N. J. Wiftboldii Ferns.... A rare chance to get stock of this fine fern cheap. 2^-in. |S, 3-in. |8, 5-in. |20 per 100. Bench plants, good for 2J^-in. $3, 3-in. $5, 4-in. $6, 6-in. $25 a 100. CASH PLEASE. A, J. BaiDWIN, Newark, 0. PANSIES New Giant Mme. Perret, the prize strains exhibited at the Pan-American Exposition, true stock, trade packet, 50c; J5.00 per ounce. Our choicest mixture of the best strain procurable, 50c trade packet; i-a-ounce, $2.00; ounce, $7.00, Walter Motf Seed & Bulb Co. JAMESTOWN, N. Y. Rose Plants strong plants from 2^-inch pots, choice stock in every particular. Per 109 Per 1009 AM. BEAUTY PLANTS, 2!4-inoh . . .J6.00 $50.0* S-inoh 8.0O 75.00 METEORS, 2V4-inch 2.5« 20.00 3-inoh 4.00 35.00 BRIDE 3.00 25.00 BRIDESMAID 3.09 25.09 METEOR 3.00 25.00 GOLDEN GATE 3.09 2600 PEELE 3.00 2S.00 GEO. REINBERQ, 51 Wabash Ave., Chicag^o. Carnations, Geraniums Prices quoted upon application. The Cottage Gardens, Queens, L. I. Please mention the A merican Florist wlien writing. Cannas, Etc. 830 The American Florist. June 28, Toronto. NO TRANSIENT TRADE BECAUSE OF STREET CAB STRIKE. — GOOD ROSES SCARCE. — MUCH CORONATION STOCK ON HAND.— PLANT TRADE DISAPPOINTING. — NOTES. The strike of the street railway employes has demoralized transient trade but otherwise business has been good, with stock BO scarce that when a few fairly good rosea are seen they are appre- ciated. Kaiserins lead in quality but are not near plentiful enough to go around. Brides and Bridesmaids are so poor that nothing commendable can be said of them. Perle and Morgan are a little better but the supply of Meteor shortens more each day. Beauties are only noticeable for their absence. Carnations hold their quality fairly and are more plentiful. Auratum lilies have com- menced to come In and a few good callas and longiflorums are still around. Pa^o- nias have been in splendid shape and move well. The early crop is about over but the later varieties are only just com- ing along. Sweet peas are good, but now that the outdoor varieties have commenced to bloom values are depre- ciating. The postponement of the coronation festivities wi^ have its efiect on the flo- rists, numbers having grown large quan- tities of lily of the valley and unless unusual activity prevails for the balance of the week it is hard to see how the sur- plus stock can be utilized. But when we think of those in England who held back houses of orchids, valley and loads of other stock, we think how really fortu- nate we are. The inclemency of the weather the past spring was detrimental to the sale of bedding plants and at this late date there are many left over. Growers of soft- wooded stock are consequently com- plaining and, with the low figures at which stock was sold, several will dis- card this branch. Visitors: Wm. F. Bullock, Buffalo; Samuel White, Montreal. H. G. D. Peoria, III.— B. Juergens sailed for Europe June 21. Chelmsford, Mass.— The Vickery Brothers will engage in the greenhouse business here. Jacksonville, III.— Joseph Heinl says that Marquis has been his best paying carnation the past season. ASTER Plants Semple's Branching and Queen of the Market, In white, pink, bine and red, flue plants, grown from the finest seed saved by myself, at $2. .50 per 1000; 40o per 100. J. C. SCHMIDT, BRISTOL, PA. SPECIALTIES ROSES, from 3-inch pots. . Reef CARNATIONS, for all delivery, CHRYSANTHEMUMS, A/nxt»4i«>c SMiLAX, VIOLETS. variciici* Prices Low. Send for List. WOOD RRdTHERS. Fishkill, N. Y. FAXON'S ' ITo^JII.. PANSIES. The best mixture in cultivation, flowers very large, thick and velvety; of superb colors and markings. The perfection of form and texture. In Trade Packets at St.OO each. M. B. FAXON, Lock Box 1528. BOSTON, MASS. Correspondence ioUcitcd. KENNICOn ,_ BROS. CO. ^ Wholesale Commission Florists Florists' Supplies. and Dealers in All Kinds of 42 and 44 East Randolph St., Chicago. LILIUM HARRISII Indispensable for Early Forcing. OUR own growers pack all our Bermuda Bulbs and personally grow half our supply. Careful attention to the growing crop, ■weeding out diseased plants, proper grading of the bulbs when dug, business-like packing and handling, all go to make success with Harrisii. We invite your orders under these conditions. Our bulbs will pay you. Write for Prices before ciosina any forcing stock orders. VAUGHAN'S SEED STORE, 14 Barclay Street, NEW YORK. 84-86 Randolpll St., CHICAGO. StroDp plants. February and March struck, healthy and free from disease. Cash with order. Your money cheerfully refunded if not satisfactory. $16,00 per lOCO. C. Lawritzen, Rhinebeclt-on-Hudson. N. Y. CYCLAMEN Perslcum Splendens Giganteum. Finest strain in the world, in four true colors, well-grown plants, from iy,-\nch pots, $4.10 per lOO; «36 00 per 1000. a selected, $5.C0 per 110; $40.00 per 1000. Extra selected, w„. Satisfaction guaran iteed. PAUL MADER, East Stroudsburg, Pa. S. S. SKIDELSKY, 708 N. 16th Street, PHILADELPHIA, PA. CORRESPONDENCE SOLICITED. SEEDLING FERNS 'pCr^nn.".' OovrhiiiMi .Tiiponlciim, Pieris Treoiula and Pilaris AdiantcideB. at$l.tOper 103 POSTI'AID; $9.03 per 1000 POSTPAID. We can safely deliver them anywhere in D. S. Cash with order. SrMid for lari^c catalo[;ue of Palms, Farns, Decorativei Fruit-Bearing and Economic Plants and Troos from 111) o\er the Tropics. ROYAL-PJiLM NURSERIES. Oneco. Florida. ONION SETS-NO MORE OF THEM. Sow my Hardy White Onion. HKNJ) FOR CIUCUI.Alt. BEAULIEU. the Pansy Man. WOODHAVEN. N. Y. Violet Plants WELL ESTABLISHED Per 100 lOOO IMPERIAL 2X-inch |2.7S $25.00 MARIE LOUISE " 2.7S 25.00 FARQUHAR " 2.75 25.00 SWANLEY WHITE " 2.75 25.00 CAMPBELL " 2.50 22.50 GRAND RAPIDS VIOLET CO. GRAND RAPIDS, MICHIGAN. Imperial Violets. fine, strong plants, from 2-inch rose pots, $2.50 per tOO; |22.50 per lOOO. CENTRAL MICHIQAN NURSERY, KALAMAZOO, MICH. f^lease mrutioyi Ihf A nirticari l-lot i\t ivhett :tniting. "How to Make Money GROWING VIOLETS" by Geort^t! Sultford. 30 years' practiral fxperienoe. PmrE. :.'5 and BO cents, postpaid — Moupy order pret.rred. yioLET CULTURE CO., 61 Quincy Straat, BROOKLYN, N. V. ••Violet Plants^^ Keiidy for Immediate shipment. Imperial $2.7fi per 100 JiS.iX) per 1000 Swanloy White 2.7B per 100 2fiU0 per 1000 M. Louise 2.75 per 100 2f).0O per 1000 Lady Campbell 2.60 per 100 22.60 pur 1000 Crabb & Hunter, Grand Rapids, Mich. Pieau menlion the A higrican Florist when icn^iting. jgo2. The American Florist. 831 Araucaria Excelsa. We control the American market of this splendid pot plant. Our houses are now full of them. May importation per steamers Vader- land, Penland and Ivensington. We sell plants raised from top cuttings only (no seedlings), at the lowest cash prices, as follows: Each 5 to 51.S inch pots, 3 tiers, 10 in. and above, 60c 5!4-inch pots, 3 tiers, 12 in. and above, 6O0 to '6c 6-ineh pots, 4 tiers, 15 to 18 inches and above 75c to $1.00 KENTIA FORSTERIANA, 25 to 28 inches high, 5 leaves. 5^:.-)ucb pots 75c KENTIA BELMOREANA, 20 inches and over, 6 leaves r'.>- inch pots 75c fICUS ELASTICA, 4 inches 20c to 25c BEGONIA, tuberous rioted. 5-in. pots, $1.80 per doz. Cash with order, please. (^"Mention if pots are wanted. GODFREY ASCHNIANN, Wholesale Grower and Importer OF Pot Plants, 1012 Ontario Street, PHILADELPHIA, PA. S^ Rose Stock HEALTHY AND VIGOROUS. GOLDEN GATE, 3-inch »5.00 MAIDS. 3-inch 5.00 BRIDES, 3-inch SCO BEAUTIES, 3-inch 10.00 KAISERINS, 3-inch 6 03 Brown & Canfield. Springfield, III. Roses from 3-inch pots, healthy plants— Am. Beauty, Bride, Maid, Wootton, La France and Golden Gate, cheap for CASH. Plants, per doz. — 12-inch, $2f0; 18-in., $3 50; 18 to 24- in., $5.00; 24to30-in., Rubber 47.00; 30to36-in., $9 00. JOSEPH HEINL, Jacksonville, III. NOW COMPLETE IN FOUR VOLUMES. Cyclopedia of American Horticulture Comprising suggestions for cultivation of horticultural plants, descriptions of the species of fruits, vepet^hles, flowers, and ornamental plants sold in the United States and Canada, together with geographical and biographical sketches By L. H. BAILEY, Pyq/essor of Horticulture in Cornell University, Aisitted by WILHELM MILLER, Ph. D.. Associate Editor. and many expert Cultivators and Botanists. IN FOUR VOLUMES, Cloth, $20. Half Morocco, $32. Illustrated with 2800 original engravings. Cash with order. AMERICAN ELORIST COMPANY, 324 Dearborn St., Chicago. ^h^tf^^^^^^k^^^^^«^^^M#«i Cannas, Roses, Palms, Etc. CANNAS. strong, 3- in. pot plants, un- less noted at $4.00 per 100. Italia, Pros. Cleveland, Sophia Buchner, Burbank, Alsace, Florence Vaughan, Queen Charlotte, J. D. Cabos, Egundale, Duke of Marlborough Robert Christie. Martha Washington, at $6.00 per 100. nft^FO A general assortment of Ever- llUvllvf blooming varieties, strong, 2-inoh and 2V4-inch pots, $2.50 per 100; $20 00 per 1000. fCDIIIIIlUC S' ^- ^"tt, Mme. Bar- UCIfnillUniai ney, Richelieu, La Favorite, John Doyle, Mme. Charles Molin and Beaute Poitevine, $30.00 per lOOD. Per 100 Marquis de Castellane $6.00 Set of 4 New Bruants for 60c. Set of 8 New Doubles for $1.60. In good asscrtment, our choice of vari- eties, $27.60 per 1000. Per 100 PRIMULA FORBES! $3.00 HELIOTROPES 2.00 SELAGINELLA Emmeliana 2.00 FUCHSIAS, in good assortment of varie- ties, 2yi-in. pots 3.50 BEGOMAS— Vernon and Vulcan 2.50 LANTANAS in variety 250 Areca Lutescens, 2H-in. pots, $30.00 per ICOO 4.00 Areca Lutescens, 3- in. pots 8.00 Areca Lutescens, 4-in. pots., 3 plants in a pot. .20.00 Kentia Belmoreana, 2^-in. pots 7 00 Kentia Belmoreana, 3 -in. pots 15.00 Latania Borbonica, 2^-in. pots 3.0O Latania Borbonica, 3-in. pot, $40 per 1000 5 00 Pandanus Utilis, 2H-in. pots 5.00 Pandanus Utilis, 4-in. pots 15.00 Pandanus Veitchii, 4-in. pots, $6.00 per doz. IMStorrs& Harrison Co. PAINESVILLE, OHIO. •%^k^M%#«^i#«^M«#« f^^^^^^^^^^^^^K Philadelphia Palms. JOSEPH HEACOCK, WYNCOTE, pa. Offers the following ; ARECA LUTESCENS: 6-inch pot, 3 plants, 20 to 22 inches high 75c each; $75.00 per 100 6-inch pot, 3 plants, 24 to 26 inches high $1.00 each; $100.00 per 100 8-inch pot, 3 plants, 30 to 36 inches high $3 00 each 10-lnch pot, 3 plants, 42 to 45 inches high $5.00 each KENTIA BELMOREANA: 6-inch pot, 6 leaves, 24 inches high $1.25 each; $15.00 per doz. 6-inch pot, 6 to 7 leaves, 26 to 28 inches high 1 50 each; 18 00 per doz. 8-inch pot, 6 to 7 leaves, 30 to 32 inches high 3.00 each; 36.00 per doz. 8-inch pot, 6 to 7 leaves, 36 to 40 inches high 4.00 each. HOME GROWN, CLEAN AND HEALTHY. STRONG, HEALTHY ROSEPLANTS 300 Am. Beauties, 2j^-in. pots, $6 per too. 700 BRIDE, 2>^-inch pots, $2.50 per 100. 200 MAIDS, 2;i-inch pots, $2.50 per 100. How much for the lot? We guarantee satisfaction or money will be refunded. JOSEPH LABO. Florist, Joliet. III. Extra Value in ROSES Excellent well-grown stock, in the most perfect condition to plant now: Per lOO Per 1000 AMERICAN BEAUTIES, 3-inch $8.00 J75.00 Sy.-inch... 6.00 55.00 PERLES, very fine, 3-inoh 5.00 GOLDEN GATES 3-inch 5.00 45.00 KAISERINS, 3-lnch 5.00 45.00 METEORS, 3-inch 4.00 40.00 BRIDES, 3-inch 5.00 45.00 2k'xS-inch 3.00 25.00 This stock will satisfy the most critical buyers. W. H. 6ULLETT & SONS. LINCOLN, ILL. ROSE PLANTS Well Established. 100 1000 AM. BEAUTY, 3-in. pot plants $8.00 $75.00 BRIDE, 3-inch pot plants 4.00 3S.0O PERLE. 3-inch pot plants 4.00 35.00 GDL. BATE, 3-inch pot plants.. 4.00 35,00 PERLE, 2V2-inch pot plants 2.50 20.00 GOL GATE, 21/2-inch pot plants 2.50 20.00 All plants sold under express condition that if not satisfactory when received they are to be returned immediately, when money will be refunded. PETER REINBERG, 61 Waba*h Avonua, CHICAGO. 832 The American Florist. June 28 y Syracuse, N. Y. SPRING SEASON DNDSUALLT GOOD. — ACTIVE BUSINESS IN BOTH BEDDING STOCK AND CUT FLOWBBS. — MUCH WBDDING WOBK. — NOTES OF THOSE IN THE TRADE. Consideringthecold and rainy weather, the spring trade has been phenomenally good. The bedding and outdoor plant trade has been excellent and more money was spent in this way than in many years. There is a scarcity of good flowers, especially of red roses. The June wedding business was enormous, breaking the record lor number and elaborateness of decorations. David Campbell, superintendent ot parks, has placed in the Clinton Square Park one of the finest specimens of Ficus elaatica in the state. The cold weather has done much damage to the looks of the various parks. Former congressman James J. Belden has given to the Oakwood Cemetery Association his valuable collection of plants and the officials are considering the building of greenhouses to accommo- date them. Henry Morris had a large trade in filling boxes and beds and has had his share of the wedding and graduation business. He expects a big summer trade. P. R. Quinlan & Company says that there is a scarcity of good stock. This firm also reports the biggest spring trade in years. A. J. B. Tipton, Ind.— It is reported that A. C. Anderson, who has run the greenhouses here for about a year, has left town with creditors to the extent of $2,000. Washington, D. C— With a number of June weddings and the school exercises, the last was a busy week, for there was also great demand for funeral work. Springfield, O.— The Springfield Floral Company, which purchased the John A. Doyle Company business for $21,000, has been incorporated with $40,000 capital stock by V. Y. Smith, Geo. Steele, James P. Goodwin, John Mellinger, Gus- tave Schneider and Leman Bradford. A FEW GOOD THINGS YOU WANT. KENTIA Belmoreana aud Forsteriana, also Arpca Lutescens, 3 plants in a pot. extra clean and well grown plant', 2V4. 3, 4 and 5-in., $8, $15, $30, $M). %nh. $inn to $125 cer 100. REX BEGONIA, 2 and 3-inch. Stand $6 per 100. BOSTON FERN, %i, $8, $15 and $30 per 100 for 2, 3. 4 and 5-iuch. FERN, Cordata Compacta, 3 and 3-inch, $4 and $10 per 100 ASPARAGUS Plumosus, 2-inch, $5; 3-inch, $8. SprRDKeri, 2 inch $3; 3 inch, $5, per lOO. DRACAENA INDIVISA, 3, 4 and S-inch, $6, $10, $25 per loll ENGLISH IVY, 2 and 3-inch. $3 and $0 tier ino. A full line of the best bedding GERANIUMS for stoclfing up. 2-inoh. $3; 3-inch, $5 per luO. SMILAX, Vinca Var. Campbell Violets, Lobelia, Uoleus, Alterranthera, Aeeratum, Scar- let Sage, Lemon Verbena, Giant Alyssum, 2-inch, $2; 8-fnch. $4 per 103. Let rae price vonr wants. Cash or C. O. D. GEO. M.EMMANS, NEWTON, N. J. ROOTED CUTTINGS Estelle, $5,00; Lawson, $4.00; Marquis and Elm City, $2.00; Crocker and Lord, $1.00 per 100. Other varieties on application. DANA B.. HEBBON, OLEAN, N. T. THE COMING FERN IS MY NEW NEPHROLEPIS "ANNA FOSTER" DELIVERY IN SEPTEMBER. Orders booked now at $25 per 100 for small plants. Larger plants, prices on application. I_ H. FOSTER, 45 King St., Dorahastar, Mass. VAOGHAN'S INTERNATIONAL PRIMULA Unquestionably tbe best mixture of Chi- nese Primroses. It contains tbe largest variety of the best selling colors. Flowers large, beautifully fringed, borne in large clusters well above the rich green leaves. Pkt , (250 seeds), 50c; 5 pkt., (1250 s.), $2.00. CHINESE PRIMUU, Chiswick red; Alba Magni- flca, white; blue, pink, striped. Each, per pkt. of 260 seeds. 50o; 1000 seeds, $1.75. DOUBLE CHINESE PRIMULA, white, pink, red or mixtd. per pkr., 5Qc. CINERARU VAUGHAN'S COLUMBIAN MIXTURE. A mixture of the best Eneiist, and German strains, unsurpassed. Pkt. (1000 seeds) 60c; 3 pkts., $1.25. CALCEOLARIA HYBRIDA, choicest mixture, pkt. 50e. 10 PER CENT discount on flower seed orders amuuiiiiDg to SU.OO and over for CASH WITH ORDER. SEEDS OF PERENNIALS. Send for our Midsummer List of Seeds. We carry a large list of th*=se plants — now so popular for out flowers or the retail trade. 14 BARCLAY STREET, NEW YORK. VAUGHAN'S SEED STORE, 8t & 86 RANDOLPH ST., CHICAGO. ORCHIDS I.^.T.'., ORCHIDS! To make room for a large importation with which I have just returned from the Orient, I offer healthy, well established plants of the following varieties at reduced rates. Write for what you want. I will make the price right. Aerides Qainquevul- nerum, extra fine in spike; Cattleya Bowringeana, Eldorado, Forbesii, Gaskelliana, Guttata, Intermedia, Labiata, Mendellii, Mossia, Quadricolor, Skinneri, Trianse; Dendrobium Superbum; Lfelia Purpurata and Superbiens; Lycaste Skinneri, strong. ODONTOGLOSSUM CRISPUIVf. Of this variety I can spare about 100 fine healthy, vigorous plants. Amabilis, Amethystina, Intermedia, Lencorrhoda, Luddemanniana, Rosea, San- deriana, Schilleriana, Stuartiana; Pilumna Fragrans (strong plants); Renanthera Storiei; Saccolabium Violacenm; Vanda Sanderiana, Lamellata, Boxalli. Above plants all sizes, small to specimen plants. Write for prices. R. Schiffmann, M. D., St. Paul, Minn. HOHB-GBCWN, FINB, CLEAN STOCK; OBOWN OOOI.. Write lor Price LliL J. B. HEISS. The Exotic Nurseries, DAYTON, OHIO. BEGONIfl GLOIRE DE LORRAINE, 2X-lach potg, $15.00 per 100. Write for prices on lar|i;e lots. Stock guaranteed absolutely free from disease, THOMAS ROLAND, Nahant, Mass. Hfasr mention thr American Florist when virttine- Wanted— To buy 400 strong Dormant Poinsettia Roots. State price. Apply to JOHN L. WYLAND, De Haven P. O., Pa. Always mention the American Flo- rist when writing to advertisers. Carnation Floriana. We believe this to be the best pink carnatioD Introduced to date, was disseminated in tbe spring of 1901 bv originators, Messrs. Fillow A Hanks. Price, $6 per 100; $50 perl 000. 50 at I00rate,500at ICOO rate. Less thiin BO.Sccach, Carnation and Chrys- themum Speciallsttt, FLATBUSH. BROOKLYN. N. Y. Dailledouze Bros,, BEGONIA GLOIRE DE LORRAINE, Begonia Light Pink Lorraine, For .Tune and Later Delivery, $16.00 per ICO; $140.00 per 1000. Edwin Lonsdale, '^r-Zf/Hirr;-. NICKEL PLATE EXCURSIONS, To Portland, Me., July 5th to 9th, inclusive. To Providence, R. I., July 7 to 9, Inclusive. ONE FARE FOR ROUND TRIP. By depositing tickets with agent terminal line, an extension can be obtained until August iSth returning. Write John Y. C»l- ihao, General Agent, 111 Adams St., Chi- ago, for particulars. 27 1902. The American Florist. 833 Chrysanthemum... TIMOTHY EATON, well-rooted cuttings, $2 3J per luu. Sample 'li lor 50 ots., express prepaid: I'lants. $3.00 per 100, express not prepaid. All bealiby and strong. Aster Plants. Queen of the Market, white, red, pink and mi UU ppr lOD Other varieiies will be offered for sale later G£0. R. GEIGER, Nazareth. Pa. Still Left. Speak Quick. 5 0 0 Scott Carnations from flats. »8 a 1000; 50O, $4. 1.000 Vinca nia.ior var., 3-inch, fine, $1.00 per lOO. 5,000 Uorm nt Cannas, $i.00 per lOU; $15 00 per XOUO: Chas. Henderson. Bonner. P. Vaughan, Paul Bruant, Duke of Marlborough, Paul Mar- quant, BurbHnb, .\ustria, Alsace and Robusta. Swainsona alba and Achillea The Pearl. 2io-inch, 11.50 per 100. Blue Moonvines. Cash please. BENJ. CONNELL, West Grove, Pa. Pansy Seed. The Jennings Strain. Will be ready July 1st, Stock the Finest, B. B. JENNINGS. UokB«xZ64,Southport, Com. Grower of the Finest Pansies. SlUIIlAX 2-inch, $I.CO per 100. TJ l^fiT'S BridPS and Maids, 2-inch, $3.00 .^VOXlO per ICO; $18.00 per 100}. MCALLISTER & COMPANY, Balavia III Please ynenlion the American FluriU when writing. CHRYSANTHEMIMS. WE HAVE the following fine varieties in 2-inch pots, ready to ship at once. All are in excellent condi- tion and none are hard or stunted. Per 100 — Tim- othy Eaton, white, $4; Soleil de Octobre, yellow, $4; Lady Harriett, pink, $6; Merza, white, $4; Jerome Jones, white, $4; Golden Wedding, yellow, $4; Polly Rose, white, $4; John K. Shaw, pink, $4; Silver Wedding, white, $4; Yanoma, white, $4; White Bonnaffon, $4; White Ivory, $3. Also a few thousand fine American Beauty plants, 3-in., $10 per 100; $90 per 1000. La France, Ivory, Mrs. Ames, Wootton, Bride and Kaiserin. Write for prices. Robt.Crdig&Son,Pliila. Pa. FLORISTS' ROSES FOR WINTER FORCING. f\ A IVIIVI A ^2 Strong 3-in. pot plants, *^MI\ll>IMO per 110, $1.00. All our 2t/2-iDch stock has been shifted from 2- inch pots. Our rose plants are all grown for the trade (we do not grow cut flowers), and such plants we claim are well worth more money than ordinary surplus stock: 2i4-in. a^^-in. Per 1(10 Per 100 AMERICAN BEA.DTY $1.01 $12.00 BRIDESMAID 3.50 8.00 GOLDRN GATE 3.B0 8 00 KAISERIN 5.00 13 00 METEOR 350 8.00 PERLES 4.0O 1000 BRIDES 8..50 8.00 1 VORY, White Golden Gate 1250 2 J OC MR«. OLIVER AMES, 1-inoh per doi., $10 00. BEDDING ROSES in large assortment, strong 2!4-inoh, per UO, $3 00. Alemannia Burbank Kxploraleur Crampbel Florence Vaughan Ital a L. Patry Mile. Berat Pres. Carnot Paul Marquant. Atparaniii Plumosus, 2-inch pots, per 100, $4.00. 4-inch pots, per ICO, $i5.tiO. Aspiragus Sprangori, 21/2-inch pots, per lOU, $3.00. .3-inch pots, per lOU, $6.00. Smilax, per 103, $2 50. Chryianthemums, large assortment, $3 to $4 per 100. F«rn Balls lu leaf, 7 to 9 inches, per doz., $ii.OO. Ferns for Fern nishes. best kinds, per lon, $4.00. Hibiscus Paachblow, 2i>,-inch pots, per ICO $3.10. Lemon American Wonder, 214-inch pots, p.r 100, $'>. Coleus, best assortment, per IOC, $2.00. Vaughan's Seed Store, GREENHOUSES: WESTERN SPRINGS, ILL. 84 & 86 Randolph Street, CHICAGO. 14 Barclay Street, NEW YORK. ROSES FOR WINTER FLOWERING Fine, healthy stock from selected cuttings. BRIDES, MAIDS, KAISERINS. WOOTTONS, BON SILENE, MME. HOSTE, SAFR«NO, PAPA CONTIER, GOLDEN GATE. 3-inch pots, $7.00 [fr 100; 4-iach pots, $10 00 per 100. SUNRISE, LIBERTY, 3-inoh pots, $9.00 per 100; 4-incli pots, $12.00 per 100. G^.A.K'TEia R0SE;«S, Kaiserin, Colden Gate, :ii.s-iEch pots, $15.00 per 100. J. L. DILLON, Bloomsbur^ Fa Myrtles... If you want Myrtles at at any time, write to Chas. Schweigert, Niles Center, III. PUa^e mention the >i mericaji Plonst wfien 7jryitlng. n.nAMIUO in Chrysauthemnms and KHKhHIH^k B'uchbias, named varie- ■•^■■•■^■■■'' ties, at $i 51 per 100. AJlamanda WiUiamsii $4 00 per 100 Acalyptia Sanderii 3.1.0 per 100 Russelia Elegantissiroa 3.00 per 100 Vinca Variegata 4.00 per ICO All good 2^-inch plants. The Conard & Jones Co, WeitGrove, Pa. ^^Scoie mention the American Florist when wtiiin^. * Dry den' Geranium, the finest of all bedders, S^'o-in, pots, SdOO per 100; 2'i.-in,, H 00 per lOJ. Casb please. HENRY EICHHOLZ, Waynesboro. Pa. MEETINe B. Y. P. U., PROVIDENCE, R. I. The Nickel Plate Road will sell tickets July 7, 8 and 9 at one fare for round trip, with stopover at Niagara Falls and Chau- tauqua Lake if desired; also via New York City if preferred. For sleeping-car accom- modations, call at City Ticket Office, in Adams St., or address John Y. Calahan, General Agent, Chicago. 2J 834 The a m hr i ca n Florist, June 2S, Pittsburg. BBDDING AT SCHENLEY PARK — CLUIi HAS A MOST SUCCESSFOL OUTING— MARKBT IN A VERY QOIBT WAY— HOSES OF LOW GRADE. — VAklOUS DOIXGS AND NOTES OF INTEREST. Superintendent Falconer, of Schenley Park, has finished a handsome flower bed in honor of President Roosevelt, who will visit Pittsburg on July 4, and deliver an address in Schenley Park. The bed is set in a frame of golden coleus, with an edging on the outer side of crimson coleus and an inner border of dark red. The inscription on the bed is, "President, Welcome to Pittsburg " The letters are of South African cotyledons, with a row of red alternanthera set in close to the cotyledons. The ground- work between the letters is golden or crimson alternanthera or dwarf alyssum. The club picnic June 19 was a great success. The weather on that day was delightful and the condition of business in the stores was such that there was a large representation from this branch. More than 200 people were present, of whom many were ladies. The magnifi- cent natural surroundings served as decorations and the richness and elegance of the color effect was wonderful. Ball games were played in a manner that created fun for players and spectators. Racing, dancing, music and the conver- sation of old friends helped to make the day one of much pleasure. John Bader started for Europe on Tuesday. He will visit London, Paris, Berlin and Stuttgart, where he has relatives. He will also visit various plant and bulb growers in Holland and Belgium, returning home about Septem- ber 10. Business is very erratic and the remark- able scarcity of good roses continues to prevail. Carnations are still holding their own. Lily of the valley, sweet peas and yellow daisies do much to help out the flower market. T. P. Langhans, secretary of the Pitts- burg Cut Flower Company, is trying to locate a nice stream where a lot of fish want to be caught. Mr. Faber, of W. C. Beckert's, is suffer- ing with typhoid fever. E. L. M. Kalamazoo, Mich.— Van Bochove & Brother now have about G5, 000 feet of glass and the fruits of sixteen years in the business are seen in a large trade. The past season has been their best. Boston Ferns. FiaePlanIs $25 per JOO. Dracaena Indiv.sa, excellent, 6 inch, $6 00 per dozen. Coleus Verschiffeltii and Golden Bedderto close at $15 p^r JOOO. About 2,000 3'/2-inch Geraniums, to clean up: Nutf, Poiatevine,Jaulin,Wliite, mixed, etc., ttc, at very low prices. L. H. FOSTER, 45 KING STREET, DORCHESTER, MASS. ■ cninicTDi i'''»'- »>'«><. '^'''" i"'i' I'lu Awr lUlw I HA leaves. ^i> -a 100 rates. ADICIITII PEPPERS, Btroii)-. 3->ii.. Id UlflCn I AL iniit, %-i per 110. 5jiit luu ri. »U||| >W stroDi.' 2-ln<'.h, Si.OO |.er ICO: OlHILAA «i^.oo per 1000. Haskell Ave. Floral Co,, Dallas, Texas. ARECA LUTESCENS. p.rdoz.-3!4-lnch,7oc; 3 $1; 3«, J3; 4, $3. KENTIA BELMOREANA, doz.— 2H-in., Jl.bO; 3, $2: 3H, J3; 4. »S 60. KENTIA FORSTERIANA, per doz.— 2>4-in., «1.60; 3-in.,$2; 3W-in., $3; 4-in.. $4. LATANIA BORBONICA, per doz.— 2!4-in., 6O3; 3-in., $1; 6-in.,«7.20; 7 in.. JIO; 8-in., strone, *18. PANOANUS VEITCHII, per doz.— 5-in., $12; 6-in.. $18; 7, $30; 8, $42. NEPHROLEPIS BOSTOMENSIS. per 100— 2-m , $); 3-in., $8, Per doz. 5-in , J3; 7-ln.. 19: 8-in., $12: 9-in.,$18; lO-lD., $24. ASPARAGUS PLUMOSUS NANUS, 2-in., $1 per 100; 3 in., $8 per 100. ASPARAGUS SPRENGERI, per 100— 2-in., $3; 3-in., $8; 4-in., $12; F.-in . $15. ARAUCARIA EXCELSA, 4-in.. $8 per doz. FERNS FOR DISHES, Etc., $3 per 100. FERN BALLS, well furnished with leaves, $3 to $5 per doz. ThBGECWITTBOLDCO. 1657 Buckingham PI., Chicago. Choice Ferns, From flats, strong plants, SIC per lOQO. Sample 100 mai ed SI 2i. 8 to 10 best nmik^t sorts for jardi-i^r "S or pots, in lath sash, fu 1 sun, qui 'e hard, m 2^4 -inch pots, fit to shift, $3 |jer lOU; $.'5 per l.CO. LOMARIA GIBBA. best small tree fern, for 5 or 6-inch po s. 214-inch, $! 50 per 100; $20 per lOOO. LYGODIUM SCANDENS, fine for cutting, on strings, like Smilax, 2'4-inch, $3.E0 per ItO; $20.00 per liiO. NEPHROLEPIS PHILIPPENSIS, e.\ ra fine, 2H-in , $3 CO per 103. CLEMATIS PANICULATA. 4-in , fine, $4.00 per lOO. CLEMATIS PANICULATA. 100 strong seedlings, mailed for .$1.00. JOHN H.UY, Good Hope, Washington, P. C. ASPARAGUS. Per 100 Sprengeri, 2-in. pots |2.00 Piumosus, 2-in. pots, ready June l5.... 3.50 Smilax, 2-in pots 1 50 Geran urns, to close out, miAcd 2 00 PRIMROSES. CHINESE, OBCONICA and FORBESI, ready July 1st 2 00 CASH OR 0. O. D. IPS. H,CUNI(III6HAM, Delaware, 0, Surplus Stock 'a' BARGAIN Per 100 25,000 Asparagus Sprengeri. 3- inch po's 13. fO 600 Kentia B*ilmoreaDa, 3-inch poti 10.00 1,5(0 Kentia Forsteriauci, 3-inch pots 10.00 IBCOKenlias from hoses 8 00 l.OOu J ataoiiis. 3-iDch pots 5.0) 33 Ficus FUsica, 8-inch pot^, 6 to 6 feet, at $ .2l>each. Also a flnH lot of S aadard Sorts of ChryBanthe- mums, stronp plants in z^ and 3-inch pots; price on anplioution liri les, Maids, G'»Id-in Gatng, Mptoors. Porles and Mme. Ilo&te, 2'.--iuch pol.s. at $;J OJ per 100. WALKER & McLEAN, YOUNGSTOWN. OHIO. Orchids 1 ♦ Arrived in fine condition: Cattleya labiata, C. Nkinntri, C Dowiana. Oncidium varicosum Rogersii and Perist itiitg. Geraniums BEST RECENT INTRODUCTIONS. 2-iDub pots, $3.0u per 100— '.iio Mine. Charotle, Kb Jean Viand. 250 Mme. Landry. STANDARD VARIETIES. 12 50 per 100-1000 Mars 4UU MKrveI,20j Mine. Biichiier, 3' OLa Favor- ite, 25' Due de Mrntemort, 'fSOTheo. 'I'heulier. 100 Mme. Hruant. 100 Pierre le lirun, 300 Wm. Pfitzer. STRONG FRAME CROWN. 4-iuc.h pots. $7 00 per Ku~250 Due ue Montemort. 200 Mme. .laulin, 60) Marvel. lOcO S. k. Nutt. From 3'..;-inch pota, $5.00 per ICO— EOJ Mars, 20U America. BEGONIA REX. best varieties in S'j and 3-inch pots, $).10 per 10!. FEATHER GRASS. Excellent foe bordering beds for lall tjro\vio}z ""pENNISETUM LONGISTYLUM, (White Plumed). iy. and 3-inch pots,$2.&0 per HO, PENNISEIUM RUPPELIANUM, (Purple Plumeil), 2W-inch pots, JJ.tO per 100. SALVIA SPLENDENS, 30O $2.50 per 100. Nathan Smith & Son, Adrain, Mich. Piease menlion the A rtwrican Flori^l 7vhen writing. Geraniums T'nrooted futtings of S. A. Nutt, LaFavorlte and Heterantte at $8.00 per lOOO. Unrooted cuttings of Jean Viaud, Cl\de and Coluuibia, $10 UO per ICO). S. A. Nutt, ete , 2'-2-inch, strong, at $20 per ICCO. Mixed, strong;, 4-inch, at $4.00 per lOCi. Asppragus Phiiuosua Nanus, strong, 2'3-inch, Jb.COfer 100. Asparagus Sprengeri, strong, 2'/a-in,, $!.50 per 100. Violets, Marie Louise, 2-ini-h, al $2 00 per ICO. Swainsona, flur 4-incli, at IIO.OO per 100. Small Ferns for dishes. 4 varieties, $1.00 per ICO. Carl Hagenburger, West Mentor, 0. ASPARAGUS PLUMOSUS 4-inch strong, $10.Cli per UKi. SMILAX, 2 incli. strong, $1.60 per 100. JS0:KE} ^yX-ISA.'L,. liest in the marliet for I'lorists' use, J.S.SO iier 200 lb. bag. ALBERT M. HERR. Lancaster. Pa. CHEAP RATES TO NEW ENGLAND VIA NEW YORK CITY. One fare lor the round trip via Nickel Plate Road to Providence, R. 1., and return, July 7, 8 and 9; final limit returning Aug. iSth. Three trains daily, with first-class modern equipment. Meals in dining cars at reasonable price. Going and return- ing via New York, if desired. Write John Y. Calahan, General Agent, 111 Adams St., Chicago, for particulars. 24 igo2. The American Florist, 835 Boston Florist Letter Co. MANUFACTL'RKBS OF FLORISTS' LETTERS. This wooden box nicely stained and var- nished, 18x30x12 made in two sections, one for each si/.** letter* given away witli first order of 500 letters. Block Letters, 1'4 or 2-inch size, per 100. $2.00. Script Letters, $4. Fastener with each letter or word. Used by leadinz florists everywhere and for sale by all wholesale florists and supply dealers. N, F. McCarthy, Treas. and Manager, 84 Hawley St., BOSTON, MASS. CUTFLOWERBOXES WATERPROOF Corner Lock Style. The b St, strongest and neatest folding cut flower bos ever made. Cheap, durable, handy. To try them once is to use them always. DON'T USE OLD STORE BOXES. If you have any doubt, send for samples, which speak for themselves. Size No. 1. 3x454x16.. $1.75 per 100; $15.00 per 1000 ■• No. 2. 3x6x18.... 2.00 " 18.00 " No. 3. 4x8x18.... 2.40 " 22.00 " No. 4. 3x6x20.... 2.75 " 2.=i.00 " No.5. 4x8x22.... 3.00 " 28.00 " No. 6. 4x8x28.... 3.75 ' 35.00 THB LIVINGSTON SEED CO. Box I03, COLUMBUS, O. The Art •..of Floral Arrangement The only special newspapar in the world for floral arrangement. 200 ILLUSTRATIONS ANNUALLY. Specimen number free. Subscription, $2.40 yearly. BINDEKUNST-VERLAG J. OLBERTZ. ERFURT, fiERIWANY WE NOW OFFER J9 ''Chemicals for making LIQUID COMPOST. Dry powders all soluble in water, eomposts cost less than 34c per gal. Correspondence invited. EASTERN CHEMICAL COMPANY, 620 Atlantic Ave.. Boston. LUMBER AT HALF PRICES. WE PlRilHSED THE PAS-AlIERir.4S EXPOSITION SEND US YOUR LUMBER BILL FOR OUR ESTIMATE. Pipe, Machinery and Building Supplies in General. FREE C.\T.VL06rES OX APPLICATION. CHICAGO HOUSE WRECKING CO., FAN-AMERICAN. DEPARTMENT 76. BUFFALO. NEW YORK. Boilers OF HIGH ^ aRADE..«^ For GREENHOUSES. See Our Catalogue ?o?s;,l.";! Giblln&Co.,Utlca,N.Y. Please n tntion the American Florist when writing. OUR NEW FOLDING | ! Cut Flower Box 1 IS A PERFECT GEM. SEND FOR SAMPLE. ^ i HOLTON&HUNKELCO. | MILWAUKEE. WIS. %^%^'%^'\ vm>^'%'%'%'^'%^^/%'%/%'%'mf%f^%f%'%'%i^[ TIN FOIL Plain, Fancy, Printed & Mounted, Manafoctnred by The Conley Foil Co. 6i31 to 641 West 35th St., A. HERRMANN. Cape Flowers, allooloe.; Cycas Leaves, Metal Desions. ^•^ All Florists' Sapplies. Send toi Pilaai. REED & KELLER, 122Wett29lhSt.. NEW YORK. Importers and Manufacturers of FLORISTS' SUPPLIES. Galax Leaves and all Decorative Greens. Sigmund Geller Importer and Manufacturer of FLORISTS' SUPPLIES Complete Stock— New Goods — New Illustrated Catalogue Now Ready. Send for it. 1 03 W. 28lh St., near 6th Ave., NEW YORK. Fresh Tobacco Stems. Bai^s of 300 pounds, $1.50. Cash With Obdbr. W. C. BECKERT, Allegheny. Pa. THE NEW SELF BALANCING CAST IRON... VENTILATOR One machine will oppn this ventilator on houses up to ICOO feet loDg. Send for circular. A. RASMUSSEN. NEW ALBANY, IND. AlTIPriP/in -^'^^'^^ ^° business, /IIIICI Itail Week days and everyday r lOriSlS S"'"**y^ ^""^ holidays, A H o ^^ °^^' ^^ country, ^F ^* rlUo At home and abroad. There's Business All Summer If you will only work it up. Don't let vour slock run down. Be sure to havt every thing on hand that a cus tomcr may call fcr. You will find every requisite listed and priced within the covers of our new Illustrated Cat- alogue. Free to Applicants in the trade only. H. BAYERSDORFER & CO., Manufacturers and Trnporters, 50-56 N. Fourth St., Phila.. Pa. ^L^;^ ADJUSTABLE VASE HOLDER No, 1.— Brass, nickel, 4 feet Ions, 6 clasps to each rod. Price complete (with ^reen or white tum- blers) $2 23. Price complete (with green or white coruufopia vases) $2.50. No. 2.— Heavy 4 ft. rod, brassed and nickeled, with three clasps for 5 to 6-inch pots. ea.ch $t.7,'i KIFT'S PATENT Rubber Capped FLOWER TUBES, IH-inch diauj^'ier, per luO. $;150. JOSEPH KIFT & SON, 1725 Chestnut &t.. Phila.. Pa. LVANS' IMPROVED V£MmAnNC\ APPAMAFUS \ WRITE rOR iLLuSrRATLD i-ATflLOCUC QUAKfff c/rrMAC/fMfwojm. Please mentwti the American Flotist ivhen ivriling. GARDENING This is the paper to recommend to your customers, the leading horticultural journal in America for Jiniuteurs .... $2.00 Per Year. Sample Copies Free. Liberal terms to florists who take subscriptions. MoNON Building, Chicaso, III., U.S.A. THE GARDENING CO. TheHorticultural Trade Journal THE LARGEST, BR'GHTEST AND BEST Horticultural Trade paper in tlie Britisti Isles. It contains MORE ADVERTISEMENTS, MORE ILLUSTRATIONS and MORE NEWS than any of Its contemporaries. Read by the whole of the British trade and all the best European houses c-very week. Annua] subscription, 75 cents. Specimen copy post free. Published weekly. HortlouHunl Tnd. Journal Co.. Padlliam, Linc«.. Enj. FOURTH OF JULY rates via Nickel Plate Road. One fare for the round trip, July 3rd and 4th, within 2C0 miles of starting point. Return limit July 7th. Write John Y. Calahan, General Agent, 111 Adams St., Chicago, for paiticu- lars. 20 836 The American Florist. June 28, Cincinnati. BUSINESS HOLDS OP WELL BUT GOOD STOCK IS SCARCE. — OUTING COMMITrBE NAMES PLACE AND DATE — A VISITOR FROM TBE SO0TH.— VARIOUS NOTES OP LOCAL DOINGS. Trade remains first-clasB, but the majority of the stock coming in shows the eifects of warm weather All the rose growers have started to throw out the old stock and are getting ready for next season's campaign. As a rtsnlt very few good roses are coming in. Those received are eagerly sought after and good prices prevail. George & Allan and J. A. Peterson are sending in some good lily of the valley, which finds ready sale. Sweet peas, too, are in good demand and there are not many left after the day'i business is over. Candytuft, feverfew and mignonette are hard to move at almost any price. Carnations are holding up wonderfully well and sell out pretty clean every day. The outing committee held a meeting Tuesday evening and decided to hold the outing at Norwood Inn Park, July 24. Let everyb dy come and have a good time, for this is going to be a genuine pic- nic for florists, their families and friends. Heretofore it has been at Coney Island and when we got there we encountered three or four other societies having out- ings also, and it was pretty hard to find the florists, but that will not happen this year. Charles Critchell, formerly of this city, but now with the Atlanta Floral Com- pany, Atlanta, Ga., was in the city this week, looking for different kinds of stock and shaking hands with friends. From his glowing description of the florists' business it must be one grand sweet song, down in Atlanta. Alex Ostendarp, shipping clerk for the Cincinnati Cut Flower Company, has the sympathy of the craft in the death of his brother, which occurred last Mon- day. Miss Cronan reports that she furnished flowers for forty-four diflerent weddings the past week. D. TO KILL ALL Greenhouse Bugs USE u NICOTICIDE Clean and harmless as Fumlgant or Spra^. Ask your seedsman for it or write to The Tobacco Warehousing and Trading Co., 1000 Magnolia Ave., Louitville, Ky GALVANIZED WIRE-? Al UArtuAl-J ^„^.„ — "PRICES. rirty carloads of newKaWanized wire.lnBhortlenfr.ho Never was used. Cornea from 6 to 1 gauge. I'ut up 100 lbs. to a coll aaj only one size wire to each bundle. . Pricf ■ range from 01.40 to 91.00 p»* k 100 poondB. , Av. I Ogr Free Cit.loiroe IBo. for the iasklnff We handle all kinds or sup ^ piles from Sherlff'i «ndEicil*iT'«B«le. Cblcafco House Wreck Inp Oo WmI 36tli »od Iron BU., Cblciga. ** WWW VW VWWWWWW 1 NO DULL SUMMER \10NTt1S By laying in a stock of our "HOT WEATHER SPECIALTIES" the SUMMER MONTHS can be made profitable. Send to us for EVERYTHING in ' U-i To-Date" Florists' Supplies and we will save you money. We are HEADQUARTERS. Special inducements for quantities. Catalogue for the asking. Pipr fL pn Importers and I nlUL 06 UUl) Manufacturers 918 Filbert St., Philadelphia, Pa. Leading Florists' Supply House. > ♦♦♦♦ ♦♦♦♦»♦»♦ ♦ BLACK DEATH >? (POWDER' TO EAT THEREOf IS TO DIE. BUS KILLER Hid FERTILIZER. Three years of unprecedented success wherevpr intro- duced all over the United states has proved "BLACK DEATH" to be a cbeap and absolute annlhllator of all insects, bugs or beetles that prey on vegetation, foliage and flowers. See what Peter Reinberg said in this paper, Feb. 8. Other strong indorsements s^^nt on receipt of postal card. Western Sales Ageacy, 236 Franblln St., Chicago. HAia)I.ED BT SEEDSUEN. S. U. STKYKEB, Agent. GEO. M. GABLAND, IRON GUTTERS AND POSTS. Testimonials from leading growers. Serd for Catalogue. CEO. M.ICARLAND, . Das Plainas, III, JOHN C. MONINCeR CO., CHICAGO, SELLING AGENTS. Bloomsburg, DILLON'S GREENHOUSE MFG. GO. MANUFACTURERS OF HOT BED SASH, AIB DRIED GULF CTFRESS SASH BARB AND OTKER GREENHOUSE MATERIAL,. BUILDERS of DURABLE and PRACTICAL Greenhouses at a LOW COST. ^^"Our descriptive cirf^ular contains valuable information for every florist. Send for it WE HAVE SOMETHING NEW TO OFFER. SDLPHO-TOBflCeO SOflP (patented.) IS FATAL TO ALL INSECT LIFE. Improves Flowers, Plants and Shrubs. No Greenhouse complete without this Insecticide. Sold by Seedsmen. A 3-oz. trial cake, making 1% gallons prepared solution, mailed for 10 cents. LairkmS09p Co. BIKFILO, >, Y. THE KINNEY PUMP. For applying Liquid Manure It has no equal! Sent prepaid for $2.00. The HOSE CONNECTION CO KINGSTON. R. I. fsm-xi.oir:Eii3 Greenhouse Boiler, 45 Erie St., CHICAGO. Bdlen made of the best of material, shell, firebox eheetfl and beads of steel, water space all around tfront, sides and back). Write for IrJormatlon. BPBPOogiaoocojpagawjwjw'j»;o «3 CyPRE^S Is Far Mo^re Durable Than PINE rC^PREiSi SASH BARS UPTb32 FEE.T_OR LOI)JGER. Greenhouse AMD OTHER BUILDING M)6vTERIAL, MEN FURNISHED TO SUPERINTEND ERECTION WHEN DESIRED. ^end for our Circularls. THEA•T•S''■6^'"f^5lyf"b^ (o., fjE^o,NSET, Boston. Mass. ^Standard The lightest running, most rapid and powerful ventilat- ingmaohinery in the market. Duplex Gutters, Made of wrought or cast iron with self adjusting sash bar clips. The only Drip Proof Metal Gutter offered to the Public. Send for my cata- Logue free. E. tiippard, Youngstown, 0. %tfililtfitittililltjl JJ WT IS just as essential in building to get EloSrSl I good material, as it is to plant house W|||l||y ^ with good stock. mMiil'af *• You cannot get a good cut of flowers from 'H^lro'^^^ •• poor plants, neither can you build a substant- j^. ^B iai house from poor material. -_ *• We have made greenhouse construction a special ^ study. You are welcome to the benefit of our wide experience. Get our estimate. We can serve you better than your local mill. iiitoIisblackhawkSt uniLAUU ILl. |^ StULIMC; AGE.NTS FOR ^_ GARLAMD Iron GUTTERS. •* fONINGK^,,, Myers&Co. ESTABLISHED 1849. GREENHOUSE ARCHITECTS I BUILDERS. HEATING ENGINEERS. Greenhouso Boilers. Iron Bench Frames- Send for catalogue and latest prices. 118 So. 17th St., Philadelpliia, Pa. Clear Gulf CYPRESS GREENHOUSE MATERIAL. GlassK^'^Boilers S. JACOBS & SONS, '''b?< Estimates furnished for Erecting. 1373 Fluthing Ava , BROOKLYN, N Y. Send 4 cts. for Boiler Catalogue. New Twin Section Boiler. GET OUR PRICES BEFORE ORDERING. TIC A FOR, qitejihouseqiazin^ USE IT WOW, F.O.PIERCE CO. 170 Fulton St., NEW YORK Pieasfi nienlwn the Amencan ' innsf 7vhen rcrjtni^. 838 The American Florist. June 2S, San Francisco. STATE VICE-PRESIDBNT FOR CALIFORNIA WANTS TO SEE NATIONAL SOCIETY COilE TO THE COAST. — THE STATE OF TRADE. At the regular monthly meeting of the Pacific Coast Horticultural Society in Mission Opera Hall, the members were addressed by State Vice-president H. H. Lilienthal, ot the Society of American Florists, who spoke on "The Importance of Horticulture As a Factor in State Development." Mr. Lilienthal said that San Francisco will soon become the ideal convention city of America and he hopes to gee the S. A. F. here some day. The summer is making itself felt and flowers are once more down to the "any- thing you can get" mark. Nothing is doing except funeral work and but very little ot that. This will give the growers a chance to thoroughly overhaul their places. Preparations are progressing apace for the exhibition August 14 to 16 in the nave of the Ferry building. A good prize list assures success. Golden Gate. Buffalo. DISAGREEABLE WEATHER CDTS INTO TRANSIENT TRADE. — BOUQUETS FOE GRADOATBS HARD TO SUPPLY AT REA- SONABLE PRICE.— NOTES. Cold weather and rain have made trade slow for several days. The extra supply of carnations is about over and school commencements this week call for a lot of cheap bouquets which are hard to provide. Sweet peas are jast coming in. Beauties are still good and selling well, Bridesmaid and Bride scarce and small. This week will about finish all our greenhouse work and give the pro- prietors a chance to make out bills and see what are the results of the season. From reports the down town florists were very busy with funeral work on Monday. Bison. Please mention the A tncrican Flori\t ivheu luritiii^. LOW RATES TO ATLANTIC COAST POINTS. •luly S to 9, inclusive, the Nickel Plate Road will sell tickets to Portland, Me., and return, at one fare for the round trip. It will be to your interest to obtain rates via that road before purchasing elsewhere. Three daily trains. Write John Y. Calahan, General Agent, ill Adams St., Chicago. 26 AWARDED 7HE0NLYF1RST CLASSCERTIFICATEOFMERIT . eVTMESOCIETV OF AMERICA: FLORISTS AT BOSTON MAS s| AUC-2ISTIB90 FOB STANOABO FLOWER POTS. iWhilldin ^Jersey Gty PotteryGoi jONG Island (Ttv ^ ___^^ Trav'liiii,' Ki-pn ^iiit;il ivr. Philadelphia u. cutler ryerson, 108 Third Ave., NEWARK, N. J. Standard POX^ Flower... ■ v^ * O If yourgreenbouses are within 600 tnilet of the Capitol, wnrite us, we can save you money W. H. ERNEST. 28th and M Strectt, WASHINGTON. D. C. GEO. KELLER & SON, MANUFACTURERS OP FLOWER POTS. Before buying write for prices. 361-363 Hemdon Street, near Wnyhtwooti Ave., CHICAGO. ILL. Please mention the American Florist when wriling. FLOWER POTS STANDARD POTSspc<^altv List and SAMPLES FREE. SWAHN'S POTTERY MF'G CO., P.O. Box 78. MINNEAPOLIS. MINN. Please mention the American Florist when Ufrilins^ WRITE AF If nun 1521-23 N. LBAVITT I i li KUnili OHIOAGO. ILL., nr.. roB PBioEB or Standard Pots which for itren^th aitd poroiity oomblDed are the beit on the market. THOSE RED POTS "STANDARDS" FULL SIZK AND WIDK, HOTTOMS. BULU I'ANS AIVU AZAl.F.A PUTS. DETROIT FLOWER POT MT'Y, HARRV BALSLEY, DETROIT. MICH.. Rep. 400 Howard St. Please mention the American Florist when :/ > Hint;. STANDARD FLOWER POTS ! Packed in small crates, easy to handle. Pots Price perorate 1500 2-in., in orate, $4.88 Pots Price per crate 120 7 in., in crate, 14.20 1600 2!^ " 5.25 60 8 " 3.00 1500 2W " 6.00 48 9 " a60 1000 3 " 5.00 48 10 " 4.80 800 3V4 " 5.80 24 11 " 3 80 500 4 " 4.50 24 12 " 4.80 320 5 ■' 4 51 12 14 •' 4.80 144 6 " 3.16 6 18 " 4.50 Seed pans, same price as pots. Send for price list of Cylinders for Cut Flowers. Hanging Bas- kets, Lawn Vases, etc. 10 per cent off for cash with order. HILFINQER BROS' POTTERY, OR ... FORT EDWARD, N Y. AnonsT Rolkeb F.iohholz Henrv.... 833 Elliott Wm & Sons. 837 Jillis Frank M 830 Emmans Geo M 832 Ernest W H 838 Faxon M B 830 Foley MfgCo 839 Ford Bros 8.'3 Foster Lucius H 832 834 Gardeners Chronicle 838 Gardening Co 835 Garland Frank 831 Garland Geo M 836 (_ieiger Geo K 833 Gelier Sigmund 835 Ghormley Wm KJ3 QibUn & Co 835 Grand Rapids Vio- let Co 830 Grave E T 839 Groenewegen&Zoon 8.6 Gullett \V H * Sons 831 Gunther Wm H .... 8 3 Gurney Heater Co.. 810 Guttman Alex J 8i3 HailAss'n 816 Ilttgenbuf/Rr Carl.. 834 Itammond W A 839 Hancock Q <& sion . . 8 :6 Harrer Geo 833 831 838 837 833 Hartland W 1! II Haskell Av Flo Co. 834 Heacork Joseph.... 831 HeinlJos ■'<31 tleiss J B 833 Berendeen Mfg Co. IV Herr Albert M 831 Herrmann A 835 Herron Dana R 832 Hews A H& Co.... 838 Hilflnger Bros 838 Hill The E G Co.... I Hipiard E 837 HitohingsA Co IV Holton A Hunkel Co 835 Hooker H MCo 810 Horan Edw C 823 Hort Adv II Horticultural Trade Journal Co 835 Hose Conneot'n Co, Hunt EH Invalid Anpl'ceCo. Jacobs S A Sons . . . Jennings E B Kasting W F 8 2 Keller Bros 838 Keller Geo & Son. . . 838 Kellogg Geo M 823 Kennicott Bros Co 830 Kentucky Tobacco Product t '0 836 Kitt Joseph & Son. . 835 Kohr A F 838 Kreshover L J 821 Kroeachell Bros Co. 837 Kuehn C A 820 KuhlG.A 8;8 Lubo.Ios sn Lager I«"U AMERICAN FLORIST COMPANY, 324 Dearborn Street, CHICAGO. WHOLESALE. Cut flowers THE "OLD RELIABLE,' 76 Wabash Ave., CHICAGO. Poehlmann Bros. Co. Wholesale Growers of snd Dealers in Cut Flowers All telegraph and telephone orders ^_ given prompt attention, oO-o7 Gbbenhouses: Randolph Street* Morton Grove, 111. CHICAQO, ILL. The Cincinnati Cut Flower Co., ----,'; WHOLESALE FLORISTS. CoDsignments Solicited. Soecial Attention Given to Shipping Orders. Cut Flower Exchange, WM. DILOER, Managrer, WHOLESALE COMMISSIOII. Full line of Florists' Supplies and Decorations. Special attention to shipping orders. 26 Miami Avenue, DETROIT, MICH. H.G.BERNING Wholesale riorist t322 Pine St.> ST. LOUIS, MO. Frank M. Ellis, WHOLESALE fLORIST. 1316 Pine Street, ST. LOUIS, MO. CONSIGNMENTS SOLICITED. C. A. KUEHN. Wholesale Florist, 1/22 PINE STREET. — LOUIS, HO. IVA complete Use of Wire Deslffiu. ,Ltd WHOLESALE FLORISTS. .^ PItlsburg, Pa. Ptfasr mrntion the American Florist when wntine- ..It your.. Business Methods •re right joa can make a prolt on an adTerttiement here. igo2. The American Florist. 851 Bassett&Wasliburn 76 & 78 Wabash Ave., CHICAGO. Wbolesale Dealers and A,, A ClMiofAWA Growers of UUT riOnClS CKEENHOUSES: HINSDALE. ILL. WIETOR BROS. Wholeiale Growers of Cut Flowers All telegraph and telephone orders given prompt attentioa 5t Vabasb AvenMC, CHICAGQ. FRANK GARLAND, oi Cut Flowers Wholesale Grower p^:Bi«iv«s Cut Flowers SPECIAL ATTENTION GIVEN TO HARDY CUT 55-57 WABASH AVENUE, Telephotie Central 3284. CHICA.QO. GEO. REINBERG, "a:?..! Cut Flowers Choice American Beauties. We win take care of your orders at reasonable prices. Prompt attention. 61 Wabash Ave., CHICAfiO, ILL. PUase mention the A mrrica n Flovtst wtien -wrrttng PETER REINBERO, Crower and Wholesaler of Cat Flowers. 000.000 PIET OP GLASS. Headquarters for American Beauty. 51 Wabash Ave., ■ CHICABO, lU. JOHN MUNO, Wholesale Grower and Shipper of Roon» 221. 51 Wabash Ave., CHICAGO. Telephonh Centbal 3598. All telegraph SB* telephone orders given prompt attention. I Holton & Hunkel Co. | I Wholesale florists. | I 457 Milwaukee St.. MILWAUKEE, WIS. I l^iease m.^nt -on th£ A tnertcan Florist when writinz SHIPPIND LIBELS 2 "Cut Flowers Printed In two colors on gnmmed paper; yoor card, etc.. In black and Isaf adopted by the S. A. F. in red. Very attracave. Price per 600, $2.85; per 1300, H50L Send (or samples nizonra or this hat, postpaid, $i.2s. American Florist Co., .CHICAOO. Amprirrin ^^^^ ^° business, nill^l IVUII -^g^ij ^y3 ^^ everyday I 1 0 r I SlS S"°<^y^ ^°'^ boUdays, E. C. AMLiNG. PDICF LIST "^^e. Largest, Best Equipped and Most Centrally Located Wholesale Cot BEAUTIES. ^,„„ T7, TT . /-.. 34-inch stems, per doz., $2,00 F loWCr HouSe m Chlcag'O. '» " *■'" Aid ■""< 9to8-in, " perlOO $4.00 5.00 A II I- I ^^^ \ I £^ tf^C* Brides , $200^4.00 /mil I I VT TT \^W ^3 Maids ^.OO 4 00 Meteors 2.00 4.00 _ —^ Gates 2.00 4.00 ■ ^> Carnations 1.00 1.60 ■ ^^ ^^ ^^ '^ f^ ^^ tf^ ^^t^ Peas:v.::::::^".^°.^.v 'f. * fo III O C Cl 5^ O II • Valley, select 4 00 5.00 Marguerites 50 .61 w^^^^mt^^a^^^^^^^^^^^^i^ma^mam^^^^^^^m Asparagus plumosus, per stg, .50 Galax Sprengeri.....^.^^. 3.00 4.00 During July and August, we close at 5 p. m. Adlantum.V.V.'!?..^''.''.'?! .*.'.'?!'.' .75 I'.OO Long distance Phones 1977 and 1999 Central. Prices subject to change without notice OZ'OD ndnQOipil OTi UTllUAUUi ILLi J. Vi. BUDLONG Roses and Carnations A Specialty. 37-39 Randolph Street^ HIC AGO. WHOLESALE 6R0WER of CUT FLOWERS Wbol^ale power/\arK?fe CmoAso, July 3. Botes, Beauty, 24-inoh items 20 " 15 " 12 " " 6to8 " "per 100 4. " Bride, Bridesmaid 2 " Meteor 2 Perle 2 " Golden Gate 2 Carnations 1 . Lily of the valley 4 Harrisii 6. Callas, per doz 1.00@1.25 Cattleyas per doz. 6.00 Sweet peas Asparagus, per string, .50 Adiantum Common ferns, per ICOO, l.OCiS 1.50 Ualax leaves, per lOUO (1.25 Smilax per dozen l.iSS 1.50 2.0O 1.50 1.00 .75 00® 5.00 .00® 6.00 .00® 6.00 .00® 5.00 .00® 5.00 ,C0® 2 50 .00® 5.00 00@10.00 25@ .60 75® 1.00 16(51 .20 .15 Benthey&Co. p. r. BENTHEY, Manager, Mfholesale Commission Florists 31-35 Randolph St., CHICAGO. ^^Oonslenments solicited Extra Fine VALLEY During the summer, $1.00 to J5.00 per 100. 1409-141 1 W. Wadlson St., CHICAGO. ♦ ^ Ads All over the country. At home and abroad. Chicago Carnation Co., Joliet, Iliioois DAeeER and FINGY FERNS 75c per 1000. Discount on lar^re orders. A§| av I C Alice Bronze or Green, 75o UBLIIA LCAffCd per lOCO. Use our Laurel Festooning for your June Decorations. Us tne best and cheapest in ihe market. 4 5 and 6cperyd. Bunched laureland laurelwreaths when, wanted. Milllngton, Mass. Tel. office, New Salem, A. L Randall, WHOLESALE flORIST. 4 Washington Straet, CHICAGO. Send for weekly price list and social quotations on 1000 lotSj WEILAHD AND-RISCM CHICAOO'S RELIABLE Wholesale Growers and Shippers of OUT FLOWERS, 59 Wabash Ave., Chicago. BEHD POB WIEKLY PBIOB LIST. WHOLESALE FLORISTS GALAX Mention the American Florist when writing to advertisers on this page. Bronze or green, 7.5c per 1000, in 2 00 lots or over; single ICOO, $1.00. Fern, Fancy, $2.50 per 1000; Fern, Dagger, $1 50 per ICOO. LeucothcB Sprays, bronze and green, assorted sizes, $1 per 100. Green sheet moss, $3.60 per bbl. bag. L. J. KRESHOVER. 110-»2 W. 27lh Street, NEW YORK CITY. Telephone call. 597 Madison Square. HARRY A. 8UWVARP. Mgr. CHEAP RATES TO NEW ENGLAND. $18.90 to Providence, R. I , and return, via Nickel Plate Road, July 7, 8 and 9. Par- ticulars at City Ticket Office, ill Adams St., Chicago, and Union Ticket Office Audi- totium Annex. Write John Y. Calahan, General Agent, Chicago. 22 852 The American Florist. J^h 5. Select VALLEY During Julv and Aui:ust will be open from 7:3;) A. M. to 6.03 P. M'. Saturdaya, close at 1.00 P. M. IN QUANTITY. SAMUEL S. PENNOCK, Wholesale Florist, 1612-18 LUDLOW ST., PHILADELPHIA, PA. GEO. A. SUTHERLAND, 34 Hawley St., BOSTON. Telephone 1370 Main. BEST BOSTON FLOWERS. AU SuppUes. An entire floor Devoted to Stock and Manu- facturing. Distributing Agent for United States for the wonderful LETTER, unequalled for deiigo work. Script, any color, 3Vic a letter. Block letters, IV^ each. The most elaborate design work to order in a few minutes. General Asentb: H. BAYERSDORFER & CO.. Philadelphia. REED & KELLER. New York City SEASONABLE CITY HALL GUT FLOWER MARKET WELCH BROS.. Props. 9 CHAPMAN PLACE, Boston, Mass. 15 PROVINCE STREET. ' ■"■;*_ J. K. ALLEN Fresh Flowers FOR Late Weddings and any other occasion at bed-rock market rates. 106 W. 28tli St , NEW YORK. Telephone 167 Madison Square. OPEN AT 6 A. M. DAILY. N. F. McCarthy & go. CUT FLOWERS g4''Mli,'°'' 84 Hawley St.. BOSTON. N. Y. GUT FLOWER EXCHANGE Coogan BIdg, 6th Ave. and W. 26th St.. New York. Open for Cut F ower Sales at G o'clock Every Morniu^ DESIRABLE WALL. SPACE TO RENT FOR ADVERTISING. JOHN DONALDSON, Secretary. LOW RATE EASTER M EXCURSIONS. On July 5 to 9, inclusive, the Nickel Plate Road will sell tickets at one (are for round- trip to Portland, Me., and return, with final return limit August I5th. Particulars at City Ticket Office, 111 Adams St., ChicaRO. 25 Wbol^ale [lower/\arK^ BOBTOH, July 1. Boiei, Beauty, extra " '* medium " " ouUa " Queen of Edgely " Bride, Bridesmaid, Meteor. " extra Sweet peas Carnations Lily of the valley Lilies Stocks Adiantum Asparagus Smilax 12.00@16.(XI 5.0(@10.00 1.00® 2.00 IO.0C@16 00 1.00® 3.00 4.00® 8.00 .15® .40 .50® .75 2.0C@ 4.00 3 00@ 5.00 .50(11 1.00 .75® 1.00 50.00 10.00@12.00 PHILAnELPHU, July 1. Boies, Tea 4.00® 6.00 " extra 7.00® 8.00 " Beauty, extra 20.00@25.00 " " firsts 10.00®15.00 " Queen of Edgely, extra 20.0((m25.00 " '• " firsts ... 10.0C(ti'15.00 Carnations 1.00® 3.00 LUyof the valley 3.00® 4.00 Asparagus 2S.OO®5n.OO SmUax 12.60®15 00 BuiTiLO, July 2. Boies, Bes'ity 6 00® 35. 00 " Br'de, Bridesmaid, Meteor 4.00® 8.00 Carnations 1.00® 3 00 Sweet peas 25'i' .50 Lily of the valley .•.. 3.00® 4.00 Smilax 15.00@20.00 Adiantum 1.00® 1.50 Give Us a Trial. We Gan Piease You, Roses, Carnations and all kinds of Seasonable Flowers in stock. W U C VACTIIIR Wholesale Com- nnii Fi nHOIIilUi mission Florist. 481 Washington St., Buffalo. N. V. Dealer in Florists' SuppUes and Wire Designs. Open Day and Night. NEW YORK GUT FLOWER GO. 65 and 57 Watt 26lh St., WHOLESALE FLORISTS, Daily Reports. Weekly Payments. Telephones; 2239 Madison Sq 2034 Madison Sq I. A. MILLANG, Manisbb GEORGE SALTFORD, Wiiolesaie Gominission Fiorlst, 46 West 29th Street, NEW YORK. Fair dealing and prompt returns guaranteed. Correspondence solicited. ROVATZOS & MOLTZ Buy and CI A 111 CDC on Closa Sell.... rLlllffCnO Margin. Headquarters, 56 West 2Btli Stra«t, Opposite Cut Flower E-^icbange, NEW YORK CITY. ^Vrite, Tblegkaph OB Telephone, HARDY GUT FANCY AND DAGGER Ferns SI. 00 per 1000, best qiiuUty; discotinls on larger orders. Calax Craan and Bronze, $l.Ou n'r liX).; fi.OOU >lu IO,(>UJ lots. 750 per lOCO Laurel Faalooning, 4c, 5o and (>c per yuro. aT»o every- thing in the evergreen line, from a blade of prass to a BO ft. tree. All orderB by mail, telephone or tpleprapb promptly attended tu. HENRY M. ROBINSON & CO. L. D. Tel. 2618 Main. 32-34-36 Court Sq.. BOSTON. Cataloeue IllustrationSi We Mil Blectrot of the 6ne lllnitra- tloni ntedinthe Ambbican Plobiit at IS eta. per aqoare Inch. Send lilt of yotir need* to THE AMERICAN FLORIST CO. Valley and Beauties LEO. NIESSEN Of Extra Fine Qualify. Philadelphia. WILL BE OPEN FROM T:00 A. M . TO 6:00 P. M. AFTER JULY 1. r igo2. The American Florist. 853 FOR SEASONABLE FLOWERS JOHN I. RAYNOR, 49 W, 28th St., NEW YORK, WHOLESALE COMiaiS- SION FLORIST. Teleptione 1998 Madison Square YOUNG & NUGENT Tel. 2065 Madison Sq. NEW YORK. 42 West 28th St. Are sopplyiog the most sopeib stock of SUMMER FLOWERS ever offered to New York buyers. Meteor, Liberty, Beauty, Bnde and Maid Roses. Splendid Cattleyas Gigas and Mendellii. SEND FOR QUOTATIONS. Walter f. Sheridan, Wholesale Florist, Telephone 902 Madison Bqnare. 39 West 28th St., NEW YORK. Telephone Nos. 2239 and 2034 Madison Square. MOORE, HENTZ & NASH Wholesale Commission Florists, 65 and 57 West 26th St., NEW YORK CITY, Adjoining New York Cut Flower Co. salesroom. Finest Salesroom in the Trade . Inspection Invited. Ail business, selling or shipping, strictly commissioiL: « wuni Fu/ Ynrk Cut Flower Exchange, i'^CW 1 urn. OPEN 6:00 A. M. An Unequalled Outlet for Consigned Flowers. Choice Carnations. Selected Roses. Traendly & Schenck NEV YORK QTY, 38 W. 28th Street, Cut Flower Exchange. New Telephone No. 798 <& 799 Madison Sq. Wbol^ale power/\arK?fe Nbw York, July 1. Roses, Beauty, select 10.0r@15 00 " " medium 5.00® 8 00 " " culls 50® 1.00 " Bride, Bridesmaid 53® 6 00 " Liberty, Meteor 1.00® 5.00 Testout, Kaiserin, Carnot . 1 00® 5.00 Carnations 60® 1 .CO Lily of the valley 2. CO® 4.00 Cal'las, Lilies 3.00® 5.00 Sweet peas, per 100 bunches, $2 00 Cattleyas 25.OO@40.OO Smilax 8.00@10.00 Adiantum .ffj AiparaKUS 35 .00@50. 00 " Sprengeri, perdoz. bun.. 2.00® 3.00 GHAS. MILLANG, 50 W. 29th St., -NEW YORK. When writing to any of the adver- tisers on this page please mention the American Florist FORD BROS. Receivers and Shippers of FRESH FLOWERS, 111 West 30t1i St., NEW YORE. Telephone 157 Madison Square. Julius Lang SB Wut BOtk Straet, MEW YORK. RZFBSeENTB THB BEBT QBOWEBB OF ROSES, CARNATIONS, VALLEY Tblbphons 280 Madibok SqoiRB ALEX. J. 6UTTIIAN, Wholesale Commission Florist, A full supply daily of the choiceat New York and New Jersey FLOWERS. 62 W. 20th Street, NEW YORK CITY. Telephone 1738 Madison Square. fl. H. immm, Wholesale Commission Florist, BEST FtOWERS SHIPPED AT I.OWEST NEW TOKK PRICES. 18 Boarum Placa, Brooklyn, N. Y. Tblephoite 939 Mad). ...GEO. M. KELLOGG... Largest Grower^oU. Q^^ FlOWCrS Give us an order and we will please you. Our Greenhouses at PLEASANT HILL, MO. Our Store, 906 Grand Ave., KANSAS CITY. MO. LONG DISTANCB 'PHONB AT EITHER PLACB. EDW. c. horan: Tel. 481 Madison Square, 4.7 WEST 28th ST.. NEW YORK. CUT FLOWERS AI WHOLESALE. 854 The American Florist. July 5, The pEEEi TRabE. AMERICAN SEED TRADE ASSOCIATION. Walter P. Stokes, Pres. ; C. N. Page. First Vice-Pres.; S. F. Willaed, Wethersfleld, Conn., Seo'y and Treas. J. W. KiLEY, recently of California, is again located in Boston. D. I. BusHNELL, of St. Lonis, !s on his way homeward from Honolulu. Albert McCullough, of Cincinnati, will spend his vacation at the seaside in the east. Adam Currie, of Currie Brothers, Mil- waukee, is in California looking over the seed cropi. The family of H. W. Wood, of Rich- mond, Va., will spend the summer on Long Island, N. Y. G. B, McVay, of the Amzi Godden Company, Birmingham, Ala., is en route to the Pacific coast. The demise of W. H. Hall, of Burpee & Company, well known in the trade, is chronicled on page 849. F. L. ZiEGLEB, formerly with the Geo. A. Weaver Company, has opened a seed store at 18 Broadway, Newport, R.I. W. AtlBE Bubpbe and wife proceeded on a tour to the Pacific Coast, via Van- couver, B. C, after the Minneapolis meeting. E. C. DuNGAN, with Wm. Henry Maule, Philadelphiaj has been inspecting the California seed crops and is now on his way home. W. C. Bbckert and Mrs. Beckert, of Allegheny, Pa, have reached home, having been recalled from their trip to Japan by the death of their son. It is now thought that seed peas will be about two-thirds of a crop this sea- son and less than that if the weather continues unfavorable. The Schisler-Cotneli Seed Company, of St. Louis, reports that business for the past few months has been the best yet experienced by that house. Dby weather continues in the tuberose districts, with very little rain. Growers are doing all possible in the way of culti- vation to keep the crops in growing con- dition. J. Charles McCullough, Mrs. Mc- Cullough and their daughter, of Cincin- nati, who had been delayed in their trip to Europe, sailed from New York July 1, on the Kronprinz Wilhelm. The crops on the trial grounds at Fordhook Farms, says Mr. Burpee, are looking fine just now, especially the sweet peas, notwithstandingall that has been written about inferior California seed of the latter. S. F. Lkonabd and his son, Edward, who went north fishing, to Clearwater Lake, Annandale, Minn., after the Minne- apolis meeting last week, returned home to Chicago, July 2, well laden with bass and pickerel, some of the former weighing over four pounds. The present outlook for onion sets in the neighborhood of Chicago is from fifty-five to sixty-five per cent of a crop. The sets will probably be small and of good quality but the amount in bushels will be short. The recent rains have con- tinued to work further injury. It is reported that the Department of Agriculture at Washington have sup- plied market gardeners with names of European seed growers and as a conse- quence many gardeners were sending orders for European seeds to such sources. Visited Chicago: Returning from the Minneapolis meeting: J. E. Sloan, Palo Alto, Cal ; Jerome B. Rice and party, Cambridge, N. Y.; John T. Buckbee, Rockford, III.; G. B. McVay, Birming- ham, Ala.; C. H. Walker and R. R. Rick- etts, Springfield, Mo.; Walter P. Stokes, Philadelphia; W. F. Jones, Hartford, Conn.; W. W. Templin, Calla, Ohio; Bur- net Landreth, Philadelphia; F. W. Brug- gerhoff, New York; F. H. Battles, Roches- ter; C. P. Braslan, San Jose, Cal. The Wholesale Seedsmen's League. The members of the Wholesale Seeds- men's League met at the West Hotel, Minneapolis, June 27, for the transaction of routine business. The retiring mem- bers of the board of directors, F. W. Bruggerhof, S. F. Leonard, ferome B. WALTER p. STOKES. (President American Seed Trade Association.) Rice and S. M. Pease were again elected. The officers are: President, F. W. Brug- gerhof, New York; vice-president, S. F. Leonard, Chicago; secretary and treas- urer, Burnet Landreth, Philadelphia. The Western Seedsmen's Asscciation. At a recent meeting of the Western Seedsmen's Association, held at Omaha, Neb., all the old officers and committees were re-elected. The officers are: Presi- dent, H. A. Johns, Sioux City, la.; secre- tary, Mel. L. Webster, Independence, la.; treasurer, J. O. Littlejohn, Independence, la. The society is making very favor- able progress and ii now represented in ten of the western states. Seedsmen Bowlers. A number of exciting bowling contests took place during convention week at Minneapolis. Many efforts were made to induce Albert Dickinson to come on from Chicago and meet his competitors of former years, Fred. Barteldes and A. H. Goodwin, but he failed to respond. The scores caught in one of the Minne- apolis games were as foUowt: A. H. Goodwin, 123; A. T. Ferrell, 124; A. J. Brown, 134; F. Barteldes, 173. Walter P. Stokes. Walter P. Stokes, the president elect of the American Seed Trade Association, is one of the most energetic and progressive men in the business. He is not one of those who believe that any employe around the office can get up the cata- logues. In his opinion no one can make these properly but the man who has every detail of the business at his fingers' ends and he says that it is next to impos- sible to get a photographer to take good pictures for catalogue purposes. Mr. Stokes is a member of the firm of John- ion & Stokes, of Philadelphia, of which city he is a native, having been bom there in 1856. On first going into busi- ness he engaged in the wholesale and retail grocery trade. Here he came in contact with a number of market gar- deners who called on him frequently to fill orders for certain special strains of seeds, and thus he came into occasional consultation with H. W. Johnson, who was then manager for the late C. B. Rogers, one of the pioneers in the Phila- delphia seed trade. This was about 1880 and two years later the relations and transactions of the two men were such that it was considered expedient to engage in the seed business exclusively on a partnership basis. The first start of the firm was accordingly made at 1114 Market street. This building having been razed for improvements, the con- cern moved to 219 Market street in 1888, where in a few years the business devel- oped to such an extent that the adjoining store was acquired, making a double front, five-story building running back 250 feet to the street in the rear. The business of Johnson & Stokes has con- tinned to prosper notwithstanding that their heaviest customers include many of the most critical and exacting New Jer- sey market gardeners. St. Louis. trade falls off with the advent of [oly.— stock fairly plentiful and OF IMPBOVED quality.— VARIOUS NOTBS OF LOCAL INTEBEST. The market is slightly changed fi-om last week in that there is more stock and of slightly better grade, although there is still a shortage in white, owing to the call for funeral material. There has been a decided falling off' in trade since Sunday but up to that time stock was pretty well cleared out every day. The cool and rainy weather of the last week has brought the sweet peas along in large quantities and some are very good, but the the best bring only 25 cents a hun- dred. Some very good Liberty, Golden Gate and Bridesmaid roses are coming in and bring up to $5 and .$0 per hun- dred. Carnations can be had in large numbers at from $1 to $2 per hundred. Eldorado, Bradt, Morning Glory, Hill and White Cloud are the best. The picnic of the St. Louis Floristi' Club will be held at Priester'i grove on Thursday, July 24, and all in the trade are cordially invited. Mrs. Avers is having new wagons made to take the place of thotc destroyed by fire a couple of weeks ago Theo. Fallcr is building an addition to his place. His stock is looking very fine. Retail trade in the West End is hold- ing up nicely. R. J. M. igo2. The American Florist. 855 VAUGHAN'S PANSIES. VAUGHSN'S "INTERNATIONAL" Received the only reward for Mixed Pansies at the World's Fair. It is to-day better and more complete than ever. It contains the cream of the stock of 10 Pansy special- ists. The:e is no better mixture in existence, as all the Horists who saw or used it can tell you. Price per oz., $10 00; ^^ oz., $5.00; 'uoz.,$1.50; trade pkt., 50c. VAUGHAN'S "GIANT MIXTURE." This mixture is specially made by us from all the separate colors of Giant Trimar- deau, the Giant Bugnot and Gassier and several special strains which cannot be had any other way. If your trade demands large Mowers there is no better mixture. Price, per 3-i lb., $14.00; oz., $4; »8 oz., eOc; trade pkt., 25o. VAUGHAN'S PREMIUM PANSIES MIXED. Embraces all the varieties of the Fancy German Snrtg. We have sold this mixture for the past fiiteen vears and it has given general satisfaction. Per pkt., 25c; V% gt.., SOa; ^ oz., t3.tO; oz., J5 50. IMPROVED GERMAN MIXTURE. This is a mixture of lhre<» strains from dilTerent German growers, and is made up mostlv of separaie colors, witli a sufficienllv large percentage ot wiiite and jellow. Per large pkt., 3oo; '3 oz , 40e; H, oz., 60j; oz., 42.00." Our Panties, Cannas and Roiat received gold medalt at the Omaha Expotlllon In 1898 and tht Pan-American Expetltion In 1901. MASTERPIECE-NEW GIANT CURLED. This strain comes nearer to "Double Pansies" than anything ever introduced under that name. In reality the number of petals is the same as that in other Pa- sy flowers, but they are crimped and curled in such a fashion that the flowers appear double.* The flowers are of enormous size, often three inches across, and the color variations and combinations are odd and striking. Pkt. 59c; % oz. 81.00. Send for our Mid -Summer Price List for Pansy Seed in separate colors and complete list of Hardy Perennials. Vaughan'slntemationaiChinesePrimroseMixture UDquestionably the best mixture of Chinese i*rirrros?s. It contains the largest variety of the best selling colors. Flowers large, beautifully fringed, borne in large clusters well above the rich green Is ares. Plit. (350 seeds) 50o; 5 pkts. (1350 seeds) $2.00. CHINESE FRIMUUt, Chiswicl; red; Alba MagniSca, white, blue, piiik, striped. Each, per pkt. o( 2 0 feeds, tOc; 1000 seeds, $1.75. DOUBLE CHINESE PRIMULA, white, pink, red or mixed, per pkt. 5Cc. CINERARIA VAUGHAN'S COLUMBIAN MIXTURE. A mixture ot the best English aid German stratus, UQSurpaSbt'd. Fkt, (1000 seeds) 50c; 3 pkts. $1.25. CALCEOLARIA HYBRIDA, choicest misture, pkt. 5Cc. 10 PER CENT discount on flower seed orders amounting to %i and over for Cash with order. 14 Barclay Street, NEW YORK. Viustai's Still Sf(iii,"1,'sr* ROSE PLANTS CHEAP TO CLOSE OUT. Nothing but good stock sent. Am. Beauties, 2-inch. $5.00 per 100; $10 00 per 1000. Bridesmaids. 2-inob, $J.50 per 100; $20.00 per lOCO. Meteors, 2- inch, $.'.60 per 100; $20.C0 per lOOP. J. A. BUDLONG, 37-39 Randolph St. CHICAGO. 100,000 SMILAX. strong plants from 2H-in. pots, ready for planting, $1.25 per 100; SlO.iO per 10 0; $15.u0 per 5OC0. The W. T Buckley Plant Co., Springfield, III. BEGONIA 6L0IREDE LORRAINE, Begonia Light Pink Lorraine, For June and Later DeliveTy, $15.00 per ICO; $140.00 per 1000. Edwin Lonsdale, ^ra3t'mrr;a. _ You will benefit the American Flo- rist by mentioning it every time you write an advertiser in these columns • •• s/A.!^ •••• Indispensable Adjunct T ^O a successful wholesale business is an up-to-date, accurate, complete Trade Directory. Such a book, 4(8 pag:es, containing; the name and address of every florist, nurseryman and seedsman in America, new list of private gardeners and horti- cultural supply concerns and much other informa- tion will be mailed from this office on receipt of $2. AMERICAN FLORIST CO. 334 Dearborn St., CHICAGO, ILL. I i w I s ROOTED CUTTINGS Estelle, $5.00; Lawson, $4.C0; Marquis and Elm City, $2.00; Crocker and Lord, $L00 per 100. Other varieties on application. DANA B. HESJlOlOr, OI.EAN, N. T. Carnations, (ieraniums n „ f^ J Prices quoted Cannas, Etc. t\ wavmauMw^ .>4»«> application. The Cottage Gardens, Queens, L. I. 856 The American Florist. J«h 5, The Nursery Tmeib. AH. ASSOCIATION OF NURSERYMEN. Chas. a. ILGENFRITZ. Pres. : D. S. Lake, Vice- Pres.; George C. Seager. Rochester. X. Y.. Sec'y. Twenty-eighth anDual convention, Detroit, Mich., Jiine. 1903. Foster & Griffith, the new firm of nurserymen at Fredonia, N. V., report their first season a good one. Jones Bros. & Company, of Hobart, O. T., have been granted a charter to condact a general nursery business. The capital stock is $25,000. The 275 members of the North Madi- son County, Indiana, Horticultural Society will each plant catalpas to sup- ply the need for Itnce posts which is in sight. Shipments of apples from Portland, Oregon, S.-ptember 28, 1901, reached Niucbwang, China, November 10. The fruit was in boxes 10x11x22 inches. The percentage of loss was: Red Russian, 75; Jonathan, 50; Spitzenberg, 10; Ben Davis, 2. At the recent Pittsburg meeting of the entomological section of the American Association for the Advancement of Science, in discussing San Jose scale reme- dies, it was said that the lime, salt and sulphur wash has been found generally to be the most satisfactory. The Kingdom of Saxony has one of the best regulated systems of forestry in the world. The country is divided into twelve principal forest districts. The total value of forests is $79,538,399, the income, as given in the latest statistics, $3,246,976 per annum, at an expense of $1,005,364 Carl Sondereggkr, of Beatrice, Neb., is enthusiastic over the outlook for fruit and fruit trees. His advertising in gen- eral has given good returns, but on being asked regarding the paying qualities of the German farm papers on his list, he said that the returns from them had been surprisingly large. He is already preparing for increased business next spring. He is planning to visit Switzer- land, the land of his birth, this summer. Sdit has been entered in the U. S. Circuit Court, at Pittsburg, by the Oregon Nurserv Company, of Salem, Ore., against Effie L. Kemp, trading as the Village Nurseries Company, of Hamedsville, Pa. It is an action to recover $7,817 75 damages for an alleged breach of contract. It seems that the Village Nurseries Companv con- tracted to furnish the Oregon Nursery Company with 48,000 peach trees free from insect pests and disease. It is claimed that 46,785 trees were shipped from Confluence, Pa., to Salem and that the state inspector of Oregon pronounced them diseased and ordered them destroyed. Fruit Raisins in Japan. The Japanese government is fostering the hitherto little practiced industry of fruit growing, and has introduced peaches, pears and grapes from Europe and America. Tne soil and climate ate well adapted to them, so that their pro- duction commercially is already a suc- cess, but of the fruits wholly unknown in Japan until introduced from abroad, the apple has proved most popular. It has become a chief product of some districts in the Hokkaido, or northern islands. The fruit is of fine appearance and excel- lent flavor, and the trees yield a profit very encouraging to the cultivator, so that the plantings are being rapidly increased. Cleveland. NEW RECORD FOR RAINFALL FOR JDNE — WET WEATHER INTERFERES WITH WORK OF ROSE GROWERS. — TRADE ON THE DOWN GRADE. — SOME GOOD STOCK. — VARIOUS NOTES. June in this locality, proved to be the month of rain, as well as roses. Twenty- three days out of the thirty it rained. That is a new record for the Forest City. With one or two exceptions the rose growers will be from a month to six weeks behind time this year, all owing to their inability to get soil dry enough to cart into the houses. Carnations are beginning to snfler from the excessive moisture. The usual summer dullness is with us. Except funeral work there is nothing doing. Stock is plentiful; carna- tions are holding nut fine. Testout, Kaiserin, American B-auty and Meteor, grown for summer work, are about the only good stock in the rose line to be had. Bride and Bridesmaid are off. Painesville nurserymen are sending in some grand Japanese irises. Lilinm can- didum is grown quite extensively in this vicinity by truckers, who dispose of them to the retail florists, and (or fnnerel work they are quite acceptable. This week will wind up the lily of the valley for a couple of months. Some very fine stock has been coming into market lately. Park Superintendent Kegg was a heavy loser at his own establishment during the recent severe hailstorm. The boys are beginning to talk Ashe- ville. Nothing definite is known as to the number going. Another hailstorm struck us this week but fortunately without doing any serious damage. John Merkel. of Mentor, is adding another bouse 20x120. Echo. Pittsburg. UNFAVORABLE WEATHER PUTS AN END TO THE GOOD BUSINESS OF EARLY JINE. — STOCK IMPROVES UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF COOL TEMPERATURES. — PERSONAL DOINGS. For the first twenty days of June the business situation was exceedingly active although the deteriorated condition of the rose stock was animpediment. From the period stated to the endot the month the Weather underwent a complete change, becoming unseasonable in the extreme. Rain has been falling almost continuously and in some sections the temperature has been as low as 49°, so the lapse of trade for the last ten days is chargeable mainly to the April weather of late June. Roses are improving in quality. Some very fine Liberty. Brides- maid and Kaiserin are to be had. Beau- ties are scarce and not so good. Bon Sileoe and Perle are also fair. Carna- tions are of a very high standard and demand for them is good. Lily of the valley is good but the supply is short. J. B. Ferguson sold out his bedding stock much earlierthan bethought possi- ble and had to buy to fill orders. He now has 10,000 feet of glass and exptcts to add 2,000 feet more this fall. Two consignments of cactus are now en route for the new cacti houses inSchenley Park. One consignment comes from Arizona and the other from southern Mexico. The growers in this vicinity have their chrysanthemums planted and expect big results this fall. A. M. Murdoch is displaying some specimen gladioli. Thty are the first of the season. E. L. M. Dunkirk, N. Y. — Wm. Schwan has had a good season and is planning to add another greenhouse to his range of three. OsKALOosA, Ia. — The wet weather is delaying work on the Kemble green- houses, which are being rebuilt. The ground level is being raised several feet, making considerable filling necessary. Import Freight Agents Delaware, Lackawanna & Western Railroad Co. at New YorK, N. Y BjPfBMeo^v. EjoopsroadTT.. i>isf»a.tc3^. F. B. VANDEGRIFT & COc, PubliBhers of Vandegrlft's United States Tariff, Customs Brokers and Forwarders. Foreign Ei.press, Export and Insurance Broilers. NFU/ VADI^ Onice, 66 Beaver Street I IlLn lUHIV Telephone, «i8 Broad. | A. B. C. Code Used Cable Address, Vangnft. CHICAGO Oflice, 315 Dearborn St Phoni- Uiirn.^MPU S40 P. LOEF AZ. & CO., BOSKOOP, HOLLAND, Growers of HARDY AND ORNAMENTAL NURSERY STOCK in liiFR'- quBntltiis New York Addrfss cure P. J. VAN HEtNINGEN, 136 Water Street. ^^Send for our whoiesalt; pries list.' METHiLLlii Importf-rs and growers of Choice Hardy Peren- nials. Native Trees, Shrubs, Specimen Ever- greens. We grow hirj^fnuiivntiiit's or Iris, Paeon- ias,Trltomas, Phlox, Delphiniums; stoctc is per- leciiy hardy, irue to name. Seiid for Special Cjilalogue of N«w Hnnlv Alpin- Iris, now in the preis. STOCKBRIDCE, MASS., U. &. A. B.W. DIRKEN, Oudenbosch, Holland. ORNAMENTAL AND FOREST TREES A SPECIALTY. Conifen, Evergreens, Hollies, Etc. J< jt J< Prices on Application. Park Architects and Dealers will And whatever they want in the Holland Nurseries, DeBilt near Utrecht SPECIALTIES ARE: Conifers. EvergKeni, Hardy Shrubs, Lilacs. Ornamental Trees, Fruit Trees in different forms. Azaleas, Rhododendron Ponticum and Hybridum. Please send list of your wants and write for general catalogue. We will make you special offers. Write to GROENEWEGEN & ZOON, I>e Bllt, near Utrocht, HoIlHnd. ..CARNATIONS Oidrrs biiokod now for full delivi'ry. SENi> FOR 1»KICKS. Rottt'd L-iiUinys mid voiinj; plunls nil out. GEO. HANCOCK & SON. GRAND HAVEN, MICH. igo2. The American Florist. 857 THE NEW.....rCDil NEPHROLEPISrCnIl Anna Foster A SPORT FROM THE BOSTON FERN. Certificates of merit from the Boston Flower Growers' Association, March 8; Mass. Horticultural Society, March 19; Penn, Horticultural Society, May 20, J902. As gocd a house plant as the Boston and far more beautiful and graceful. Ther; is no more beautiful fern for the trade than this. The Fronds will be as valuable for cut purposes as the Farleyense and much more prolific. Description— Origin: Found fay Mr. Foster Nov. J900. A Sport ot the Boston F«rn Principal Characteristic— Original type of Frond, each Pmna unwinding as in main Frond, making a miniature Frond itsejf, unwinding indsti- ni'ely. bturdiness of Qrowth— As easily grown as its parent the Boiton; as free in producing Plants, as gocd keeping qualities in Dwelling. Beauty and Gracefulness— Much finer fo'- iage than its Parent. Quicker in makiog fecg h of Frond. Prices— Small plants, 3 to 4 Fronts, per J 00, $25, 50 at 100 rates; per dozer, $5, 6 at dozen rates; each,$ J 00. Larger lots at reduction on ab >ve prices on application. This will be put out in September. O.ders booked now and delivery in rotation on receipt c f order. In Pots — Delivery after SepteoDbjr 20: 6-;nch, each $3.00, 9-inch,eich, $ 0.00. 7-inch, «acb, 5 00 JO inch, each, 15.00. 8in:h, each, 8.0d. I2-iBch. eicb, 25.00. 9 in., 10- in. and 12-io., Specimen Plants. L. H. FOSTER, 45 King St., Dorchester, Mass. ESTABLISHED 1802 'S SEEDS CYC\S REVOLLTA STEMS. We have just received a large shipment in aasorled sizes from 3 to 12 pounds (most of them 8 or 10 pounds) which we offer at ICc per pound. Special price on large quantities. J.M.THORBURN&COo (l.atc of IS John StraeU S6 CORTUNDT STREET. NEW YOiS GARDENING This is the paper torecomraeud to your customers, the leading horticultural journal in America for amateurs $2.00 Per Year. Sample Copies Free. Liberal terms to florists who take subscriptions. KENNICOTT BROS. CO. Wholesale Commission Florists '" Florists' Supplies. THE GARDENINe CO. gSBiSVirS; S.A. and Dealers All Kinds of 42 and 44 East Randolph 51., Chicago. RUPP XXX SEEDS. CHINESE PRIMROSE. Finest grown, laree flowerinz, fringed, single and double, IS vars., mixed. SOU sfeds, tl.tO; naif pkt , 50c. Have also the 15 vara. separat«. CINERARIA. Finest, large flowering, dwarf varieties, mixed. lODO seeds, FOj. DAISIES, liinest Double Giant, puie white and rose, mixed or separate, 1,000 seeds, 25o. PANSY. FINEST GIANTS. The best large flowering varieties in choicest mixture; critically selected. 5.000 seeds, $1.00; half pkt., 50c. E^~Cash. a pkt. of new everblcoming Forget-me-not "Constance" added to every order. JOHN F. RUPP, Shlramanslown, Pa. "The nome of Primroses." 858 The American Florist. A6' 5, Our pasTiMEs. A^nnouDcementfl of coming oontests or other tventa of Interest to our bowling, shootiog and oycling readers are solicited and will be given place In this column. Address all correspondence for this department to Wm. J. Stewart, 79 Milk St., Boston, Mass.; Robt. Kift, 1725 Chestnut St., Philadelphia, Pa.; or to the American Florist Co., 824 Dearborn St., Chicago, 111. At Mioneapolis. In an afternoon contest at the Koppel & Carter bowling alleys, June 30, the following icores were made: Player 1st 2d O. .1. Olson. St. Paul 116 173 C. F. Eice. Jtinieapolis 117 91 F X. Kindler. S(. Cloud, Minn 84 101 M. Barker, Chicago 73 78 At Philadelphia. The interest in the national contest continues to grow as the time draws nigh and the trial matches are getting to be quite strenuous affairs. The third contest was rolled on the Columbia alleys: which are elegant in appoint- ments, although they do not have the finish of the up-to-date Burnswick-Balke. The surfaces appeared easy but the scores were not good. The point winners were: Anderson, 468; Dunlap, 455: Stanley, 440; Moss, 435; Habermehl, 432; Wat- son, 423; Westcott, 416; Adelberger, 416. The complete score follows: Player 1st 2d 3d T'l Slarkey J53 132 U5 440 Moss 143 128 164 435 Robinson 146 135 123 44 Polites..., 135 96 148 379 Habermehl 138 158 136 412 Kift 134 138 120 392 Craig 112 163 1C9 384 Gibson 119 153 132 404 Connor 172 129 113 414 Anderson 176 137 165 468 Adelberger 137 132 147 416 Westcott 135 127 154 416 Dunlap 163 IKi 167 455 Watson 116 148 159 423 The following are the averages of games bowled on the home alleys for the month of June, vyhere many a spirited contest takes place: Player Av Player >v Moss 174 Allen 154 Connor 168 Westcott 15J Kuestner 167 Archer 151 Dunham 165 Gibson 149 Bonsail 163 Holmes 147 Mooney 162 Adelberger 146 Kift 169 Harris 145 Polites 169 Anderson 145 Eimerman 158 Watson 136 Fletcher 156 Eickmeyer 125 Kirk U6 Leaver 122 K. Cricket Among Philadelphia Gardeners. The cricket reason among the Philadel- phia gardeners opened onSatnrdav, June 28, when John McCleary, with his team from Germantown, crossed bats with the gardeners principally from the main line section captained by John Thatcher, on the lawn of E Le Boutilier, Wynnewood, Pa. It was a two-inning contest and everyone played with spirit and determi- nation. The Main Line team eventually won by thirteen runs, the light in the latter part of the second innings being bad for the losing side or it might have been still closer. The batting and fielding of Le Boutilier and the bowling of Blackman, for the winning side, the all- around playing of John McCleary, Jr., and Bovington, on the losing side, were the features of the contest and each won well merited applause. Edward Camp- bell and E. Lie Boutilier were umpires and Wm. Fowler scorer. It may be pertinent to remark the democratic spirit shown by Mr. Le Boutilier in allowing the use of his beau- titnl lawn surrounded by real examples of good gardening in beds, trees, lily ponds, etc. These features were enjoyed and appreciated by all and inspired each to act his part in a manner becoming such a privilege. The score follows: THATCHER'S ELEVEN. First innings. Second innings. F. Le Boutilier, hitwbt...21 Not out 6 Daiiid Rust. b. McCleary.. 4 b. Bovin^'ton 7 .T. Blackman, runout 0 c. McCleary 8 .T. Thatcher, b. McCleary. 0 t). Robertson I F. Godley, b. RobTtsrn . .. 4 b. McCleary 0 H. Shars'wocd.c. McCleary 7 c. Hovington 1 .T. Dodds, b. McCleary 0 b. Bovington.... 5 II. Roberts, c. McCleary... 0 c. McCleary 0 F. Canning, c. Neely 3 c. Bovington 6 .1. Culkn. b. Bovington... I b. Robertson .... 9 T. TordofF, notout 1 b McCle:iry 8 Extras 1 Extras 0 Total 45 Total. 51 il CLEARS S ELEVEN. First innings. .T. McCleary, b. Lelioutiler 0 AV. Robertson c. Blackman 0 .T. McCleary, .Ir.b. " 2 D.Atkins, c. Sharswood. . 1 AV. McCleary, c. Godley... 8 H. Hovington. c, Sbarsw'd 19 .T. Thompson, c.LeBoutilier 6 \V. Reed. c. Sbarswoor) 0 M. Xeely, c. Le Boutilier . 0 F. .AlcCord, c. Le Boutilier 0 D. bletcher, notout 0 Extras 4 Second innings. o. Godley I b. B'ackmau 5 c. Le Boutilier. ..16 c. Roberts 6 c. Le Boutilier. . . 9 b. Blackman 1 b. Godley 0 Not out 2 Run out 0 b. Godley 1 c. Le Boutilier... 0 Extras 2 Total.. ...40 Total 43 Fhancis Canning, Base Ball at Natick. The Waban Rose Company base ball nine having done considerable challeng- ing recently, their defiance was answered last Saturday by a nine made up from the Boston Flower Market and retail stores in the city, who went out to Natick and won by a score of 26 to IS, The winning team was made up as follows: Hawkes, c; Norton, p; Nicholson, 1st b; Charaock, 2d b; Evans, 3d b; Lee, ss; Pierce, If; Beck, cf ; Tailby, rf. Mr. Mont- gomery extended generous hospitality in the line of refreshments and all the par- ticipants had a jolly time. Welch Brothers' employes are preparing to challenge the winners. New Orleans. HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY .CELEBRATES SEVENTEENTH ANNIVERSARY. — A TRIP TO THB GULF. — EICHLING BUSINESS CNDBRGOBS A CHANGE. The seventeenth anniversary of the New Orleans Horticultural Society was celebrated by a trip to Grand Isle. By taking a route different from the usual one we had the pleasure o( passing our new large floating dock, where the largest men of war can find ample accommoda- tion; also Port Chalmette, long to be remembered in connection with the South African war. Passing in sight of some of the largest rice and sugar plantations of Louisiana, we left the Mississippi fifty miles below New Orleans, reaching the Gulf through canals and lakes. Coming back by the same old way we passed the Bay of Barataria, celebrated for the quality of its oysters. The inhabitants of the island number about 500. The majority are cultivators who takeadvan- tage of the peculiar position of the place. The soil is not rich, still a few vegetables can be raised better and earlier than in New Orleans. During the past season 20,000 crates of cucumbers and about 200,000 cauliflow^ers were shipped from the island. The trip was all that could be deiircd but we regret that only half of the society was present. Out of thirty strong, the members aboard were: J. A. Newsham, M. M. de Lapouvade, John Eblen, D. Newsham, T. A. Chopin, M. Huber, John St. Mard, E. Eble, C. R. Panter, F. B. Fassell, Paul Abele, Otto Abele.J. Alost, E. Valdejo, J. A. Shalk and R. Eichling, also a number of invited guests. The Eichling Seed and Nursery Com- pany is closing up its business. The greenhouses, stock and so forth will be sold at auction July 9 and the seed stock, fixtures and so forth on the following day. C. W. Eichling will continue the business on his own account at the old stand, 129 Champ street. M. M. L. ASHEVILLE, NORTH CAROLINA. * The Land of the Sky. ' The eighteenth annual meeting American Florists will be held at Ashe- ville, August I9!h to 22d, 1902. Low rates have been made via Queen & Crescent Route and South- ern Railway. Special train, composed of Pullman sleepers, will leave Cin- cinnati, Monday, August l8th, 2:00 p. m., via Queen & Crescent Route, and run through to Asheville via Southern Railway, arriving at Ashe- ville next morning 7:00 o'clock. Members will meet at Cincinnati and all go through together from there. For sleeping car reservations and full particulars regarding rates, write J. S. McCULLOUGH, W A. BECKLER, K. AV. P, A., N, P, A,, Queen A Souihern R\-. Creseut Koute. 225 DEARBORN ST. |i3 ADAMS ST. CHICAGO. ILL. Society of American Florists National Convention, AUGIST 19th to 22nd, 1902, ASHEVILLE, NORTH CAROLINA. For this convention the "Kii: Four Route'* (C. C. C. A St, L. Ry.) will sell lickela August 16, 17 and 18, cood for return leav- ing Asheville not later than August 25, at reduct^d rates from all '■Hip Fnur" s'ations. Florists' Special train will leave ChicaRo H:30 r. M. Sunday, August t7tb, running via "Itig Four"' to Cincinniiti, thi'uce via the Queen ik Cre.sceot and Southern Ruilways, Monday fon-noon will be spent in Cincin- nati, sight-seeing, etc., leaving there at 3 r. M. on the Florists' Spec'nl. Every florist should mako a l»ig effort to attend this con- vention, the first to be held In the beautiful Southland. For berths In sleepers from Chicago or Cincinnati, and further iDformation call on. or address K. F. WintbhhoS, I'resldent Chicago Florists" Club, 45 Wabash Avenui?. or .1. C. Ttn-KKii, Gon'l Nor. Agt. "Big Four". 234 S. Clark Street. Chicago. igo2. The American Florist. 859 25 bales, $16.&0. 1.00; 10 bales, $7.00; !25; D, »1.S0; ANNUAL CLEARANCE SALE To close out surplus stock we will offer the following goodi at greatly reduced prices until sold. Orders filled In rotation. Ordir qui:k to insure thess prices. Cash with order. 2,000 Choice CANNA PLANTS in the following varieties. Florence Vaughan, J, Wilkinson Elliott, Mme. Crozy, Pandora (bronze foliagcV S:c*y Chabmne. Will close out the above at $4.00 per JCO. Strong plants. SPECIAL BARGAINS in Paints, Oils, Putty, Fertilizers, Greenhouse Hose, Insecticides, and all Seasonable Supplies. Sphagnum Moss ?'''"' ^"-"^-f^^^^ ^ '""^^ Wheat Sheaves Per dozen. A. 11.40; B, $2 25; C, E, $5.tO, F, $7.00; G, $9.0j. DShhnnc Best florists satin, all colors, dpp bolt, No. 5, 4cc: No 9, 7'c; KlUUUilS No. 12, 953; No. 16, $1.10; No. 23 $I.3J. P*/rac I AavDC Bpst imported stock. 24 to 48 inches, assorted, per tiytda LraVCa dozen, J^.OJ; per 100, $15.C0. RackptC ^" '^'■"Js '"^ assortments, $5.00, $10.CO and $25.00, 10 per cent DdoKvlO i^ss than regular pr.ces. Tin Fnll Either 5 or 7-inch. 5 pounds, 45c; 10 pounds, 8Jc; £5 pounds, IlillUil $1.95; 100 pounds, $7.50. White Pampas Plumes select stock-, pjr loo, $!.50; loco, $20.00. Colored Pampas Plumes Assorted coors, per 105, is OJ. Remember we are HEADQUARTERS on all CUT FLOWERS. McKellar&WintersonCo 45-47-49 Wabash 7(ve., Chicago. Bay Trees 1,000 SPECIMENS, PYRAMIDS and STANDARDS. We are the largest importers in America. BOXWOOD PYRAMIDS AND STAND- ARDS, globe and bush. 250,000 BOXWOOD EDGING. RENTIAS Belmoreana and Forsteriana, We have just received the largest shipment of Palms ever brought to U. S. Send for catalogue and special prices. We import BULBS in large quantities. Sand us lists for quota- tions. When in New York City don't fail to visit our nurseries. BOBBINK & ATKINS, RUTHERFORD, N. J. Please mention the American Florist when zuritiug. STVfTT. Ay 2-inch, $1,C0 per 100. TJ OGtT*6 Brides and Maids, 2-ineh, $2.03 XllVOXlO per 100; $18.00 per lOOJ. MCALLISTER & COMPANY, Batavia. Ill Please mention the A merican Florist when writing. Philadelphia Palms. JOSEPH HE ACOCK, WYNCOTE, PS. Offers the following : ARECA LUTESCENS: 6-inch pot, 3 plants, 20 to 22 inches high 75c each; $75.00 per 100 6-inch pot, 3 plants, 24 to 26 inches high $1.00 each; $100.00 per 100 8 inch pot, 3 plants, 30 to 36 inches high $3.00 each lO-inch pot, 3 plants, 42 to 45 inches high $5.00 each KENTIA BELMOREANA: 6-inch pot, 6 leaves, 24 inches high $1.25 each; $15.00 per doz. 6inch pot, 6 to 7 leaves, 26 to 28 inches high 1.50 each; 18.00 per doz. 8-inch pot, 6 to 7 leaves, 30 to 32 inches high 3.00 each; 36.00 per doz. 8inch pot, 6 to 7 leaves, 36 to 40 inches high 4.00 each. HOME GROWN. CLEAN AND HEALTHY. I The Sensational New Rose for 1902. I I MRS. OLIVER AMES. 5 For description, prices, etc., see Trade List. % $100.00 IS OFFERED IN PRIZES lor Cui Flowers of this Rose at Madison $ Square Show next fall. 5 Extra fine plants of the grand pillar rose CRIMSON RAMBLER, from $2.03 to $6.00 per dozen, g according to size and age. Also all the STANDARD forcing roses in variety, now ready lor ^ shipment, I JOHN N. MAY, Summit, N. J. l@°-OnR DIECTOBT FOK 1902 WILL BE MAILED TO YOU°^ t@~FB,OUFTLT UPON APPLICATION. PRICE TWO D0LLABS.'°3^ 860 The American Florist. J^th 5. St. Paul. STOCK SCARCE. — ROSES IMPROVE BUT MUCH MICDBW IS SEEN.— BEAUTIES IN DEMAND. — DOI.NGS OF TH8 GROWERS. The scarcity of flowers is daily becom- ing more and more apparent, with no immediate relief in sight nnltsf trade should droo away entirely. Stock has improved a little in quality but much of it is badly mildewed. B;anties are very frequently called for, with but little stock to meet the calls Sweet peas are becom- ing more abundant and sell readily. Swanson is cutting Fome fine lorgi- florum lilies and May & Company some good lily ol the valley. The growers are busy replanting slock and repairing houses. ( )ae firm reports a cut oi 91.000 roses duiing the season from 2 250 plants, an average of over forty per plant. Golden Gates, Brides and Bridesmaids are grown. L. L. May & Company have one bench of early chrysanthemums planted and are replanting roses, using last year's stock. Felix. The annual picnic o( the florists of the Twin Cities is very much discussed these days and strong efforts are being made to complete arrangements so that it maybe held next week. O.J Olson, of this city, and Otto Will and C. F. Rice, of Minneapolis, are pushing the matter and should be given eveiy possible assist- ance of the local trade. The bedding at Como Park is very nttractive this season. Pansies and Crimson Rambler and Queen of the Prairie roses are exceptionally fine, but coleuses, abntilons, crotons and similar tender plants have thus far failed to start into growth owing to the cool weather. C. Hansen is carrying over most of hU roses another year, having found this system entirely satisfactory. He grows only grafted stock. Mr. Hansen has had some very fine pansies this season. Holm & Olson are receiving some fine Queen of Edgely roses from Haugen & Swanson. J. I. De Borious, with W. W. Seekins, of Duluth, is spending bis vacation in this vicinity. E F. Lemke is rebuilding a portion of his Snelling avenue place. A. S. Swanson is making good progress with his new houses. Springfield, Mass. TRADE SLACKENS AND STOCK IS EQUAL TO ALL DEMANDS.— RAMBLBE ROSES FINE.— PARK TO HAVE GREENHOUSES. Store men report business quiet, with plenty of cut flowers of fair quality to supply the demand. Sweet peas are com- ing in and are of good quality. Hardy roses have done well this spring and some very fine blooms were seen at Adams & Sons' nursery. Crimson Rambler is in its glory now and some very fine bushes are to be seen. The Springfield park commissioners meet to-day to award the contract for building the greenhouses in Forest Park, donated by D. 0. Gilmore. We hope to see some good man put in charge of same when completed. Mr. Ladd is the super- intendent. A. B. Jacksonville, III. — Joseph Heinl is not going to add to his range this year but he will invest in a aS-foot brick tower with a big water tank on top. A boiler underneath will keep the water from freezing and the height will insure a good pressure in the houses. DREER S RELIABLE Cinerarias, Primulas, Etc. Our strains of the following important flori'ti' flowers have been selected with the greatest care and nothing finer in quality can be hid at any price: ^ trade Trade pkt. pkt. CINERARIA, Dreer's Prize Dwarf % .60 11.00 Dreer'8 Prize Tall 60 1. 00 •' Dreer'B Choice Dwarf .50 Dreer's Choice Tall .ro CALCEOLARIA, larr;ello»'erjd tigered and spotted .60 1.00 ICO seeds lOOO seeds CYCLAMEN CICANTEUM, pure white $.75 $6.00 rose 75 6.C0 " " (lood red 75 6 00 " '* white with carmine eye .75 6 OJ " " flnett raised 60 6 00 CHINESE FRINGED PRIMULA. Half trade packet of any of the following, eOc. Full trade packet of any of Ihe following, SI 00. A irace packet contains from 510 to 1000 seeds, according to the variety. ALBA, pure white. AL8A MAGNIFICA, an estra fine white. RUBRA, dark red. CHISWICK RED. bright scarlet. RUBRA VIOLACEA, iridescent red. ROSY MORN, delicate pink KERH/IESINA SPLENDENS. crimson. HOLBORN BLUE, odd shade. FERN-LEAVED, mixed o^lo^s DREER'S CHOICEST MIXED, a grand mixture con- taining nothing but the b^st sorts. Hsnry Ai Drser Phiianetpfpa.' Asparagus PLUMOSUS NANUS.... From flats, $2 50 per 100; $20.00 per 1000. 25 at 100 rates; 250 at 1000 rates, prepaid. Cash. LOO^IS FLORAL CO. LOOMIS. CAL. Pijtase wtsntion tfie A rnj^rican j'lorist when Tirriiintr SPECIALTIES ROSES, from 3-inoh pots. . |»<»e# CARNATIONS, for all deUvery, '" "*^^' Varieties CHRYSANTHEMUMS, SMILAX. VIOLETS. Prices Low. Send for List. WOOD BROTHERS, Fishkill, N. Y. P/easf ttiention the A mcrica n Plot is( 7fht'n w* ih'ng. RAFFIA VAUGHAN'S SEED STORE, NATURAL COLORED CHICAGO NEW YORK. ^, AMERICAN nORIST ADS ALWAYS DO BUSINESS Week days and t'very day, Sundays und holidays, AIL OVER THE COINTRY^ AT HOME AND ABROAD. FUMIGATION METHODS By PROF. W. G. JOHNSON Formerly State Entomologist of Maryland A Practical Treatise and timely work on cbeap and effecitve tnemis*tf de.stioying insect pests and other vermin in various plat-es- This wurk is the outcMinectf I'laclical tests luadt- by the author, to- gether wiih the exix^riencfsof uthers, and Is one of the most Important hnuks i)ul>ll:>hf in;; the yas. MILLERS AND GRAIN DEALERS have been loniiuiL' Inrunrd tn the pnblic.nion of this work, as h,\ dioeyaiilc acid yas has been found one of the most Imiiojtant materials for clearltn; mills and warehouses of insects. Tlie subject ofcaibonld- suli)biile for fumigating mills and elevators con- taining grain In storage Is also tln)roiighly consid- ered. To this trade the work Is Indlsjiensablt- and tranpporlattnii companies have found It (tf gieat value for the rumination of cars, Khijts and other Inclusnrcs Infested with vermin. FARMKTiS OF THE COUNTRY have here fullvdcscrlbed a simple, easy remedy for gophers, pralr'lc doKS, squirrels atid other animals in the ground, and rats and mice In any Inclosure. COLLEGE AND STATION WORKERS will find it an up-totlaie reference work on this sub. Ject. It Is complete In every resjtect and Is the oidy work of the kind ever pnbllsheil. It is written hi a EoiMilar non-technical style, profusely tllustrateil, andsouielv bound, covering 'JSO jiages, price, post- paid, S.iM. AMERICAN FLORIST CO. CHICAQO. ILL. 3^4 Dearborn St. SMILAX in 2x2iM-inch pots. PLUMOSUS in 2x2;^-in., 3 and 4-in. pots. SPRENQERI in 3 and -1-inch pots. 'MUMS, 2!) varieties, in 2x2>i-inch pots. GERANIUMS for stock plants. REX BEGONIA and others, in 4-iDch pots. RUBBERS in 6-incb pots. Write GEO, A. KLHl, Pckin, III. zgo2. The American Florist. 861 ROSE PLANTS Well Established. 100 1000 AM. BEAUTY, 3-in. pot plants |8.00 $75.00 BRIDE. 3-inch pot plants 4.00 35.CO PERLE, 3-incli pot plants 4.C0 35 00 GOL. GATE, 3-inch pot plants.. 4.00 35.CO PERLE, 2i..-inch pot plants 2 50 20.CO GOL. GATE, 21 i-inch pot plants 2.50 2D.00 All plants sold under express condition that if not satisfactory when received they are to be returned immediately, when money will be refunded. PETER REINBERG, 51 Wabath Avsnua, CHICAGO. Please mention the A merican Florist when writing. Araucaria Excelsa. "We control the American market of this splendid pot plant. Our houses are now full of them. May importation per steamers Vader- land, Penland and Kensington. We sell plants raised from top cuttings only (no seedlings), at the lowest cash prices, as folows: Each 5 to 5^ inch pots, 3 tiers, 10 in. and above, 50c 5^-inch pots, 3 tiers, 12 in. and above, 60c to 75c 6-inch pots, 4 tiers, 15 to 18 inches and above 75c to $1.00 KENTIA FORSTERIANA. 25 to 28 inches high. 5 leaves, 5^-i nch pots 75c KENTIA BELMOREANA, 20 inches and over, 5 leaves. E-^-o-iuch pots 75c FICUS ELASfiCA, 4in3hes 2Cc to 25c BEGONIA, tuberous rioted 5-in pots, $1.8J per doz. Cash with order, please. ^"Mention if pots are wanted. GODFREY ASCHMANN, Wholesale Grower and Importer OF Pot Plants, 1012 Ontario Street. PHILADELPHIA, PA. Please mention the American Florist zvhen writing. 5^ Rose Stock HEALTHY AND VIGOROUS. GOLDEN GATE, 3-inch »S.0O MAIDS. 3-inch 5.00 BBIDES. 3-incti 5 00 BEAUTIES, 3-inch .s oo KAISERINS, 3-inch 7 OD A. C. BROWN, Springfield, III. STRONG, HEALTHY ROSE PLANTS 300 Am. Beauties, 2^-in. pots, |6 per 100. 700 BRIDE, 2>4-inch pots, $2iO per 100. 200 MAIDS, 2>^-inch pots, $2 50 per 100. cHow mucn for the lot? We guarantee satisfaction or money will be refunded. JOSEPH LABO, Florist, Jollet, III. Please mention the American Florist ivhen iin ^'ling. NICKEL PLATE EXCURSIONS, To Portland, Me., July 5th to 9th, inclusive. To Providence, R. I., July 7 to 9, inclusive. ONE FARE FOR ROUND TRIP. By depositing tickets with agent terminal line, an extension can be obtained until August l5th returning. Wriie John Y. Cal- ahan. General Agent, 111 Adams St , Chi- ago, tor particulars. 27 Cannas, Roses, Palms, Etc. CANNAS. strong, 3-in. pot plants, un- less noted at $-1 CO per 100. Florence Vaughan, Italia, Queen Charlotte, Pres. Cleveland, J. D. Cabos, Sophia Buchntr, Egandale. Burbank, Duke of Marlborough, Alsace, Robert Christie. Martha Washington, at $6.00 per 100. 011^ PQ A general assortment of Ever- IllfOkWi blooming varieties, strong, 2-inch and 2!^-incb pots, $2.50 per 100; $20 00 per lOCO. l^CDIIIIIIIIC S' ^- ^u^t^' ^'i°»' Bar- UCimniUniai ney, Richelieu, La Favorite, John I)oyle, Mme. Charles Molin and Beaute Poitevine, $30.00 per lOOJ. Per 100 Marquis de Castellane $6.00 Set of 4 New Bruanta for 60c. Set of 8 New Doubles for $1.60. In good asscrtment, our choice of vari- eties, $27.60 per 1000. Per too PRIMULA FORBESI $3.00 HELIOTROPES 2.00 SELAGINELLA Emmeliana 2.00 FUCHSIAS, in good assortment of varie- ties, 2H-in. pots 2.50 BEGONIAS— Vernon and Vulcan 2.50 LANTANAS in v.arlety 2 50 Areca Lutescens, 2J4-in. pots, $30.00 per ICOO 4.00 Areca Lutescens, 3-in. pots 8.00 Areca Lutescens, 4-in. pots., 3 plants in a pot 20.00 Kentia Belmoreana, 2{4-in. pots 7 00 Kentia Belmoreana, 3-in. pots 15 00 Latania Borbonica, 2i4-in. pots 3.00 Latania Borbouioa, 3-in. pot, $40 per 1000 5 00 Pandanus Utilis, 2V4-in. pots 5.00 Pandanus Utilis, 4 in. pots 15.00 Pandanus Veitchii,4-in. pots, $6.00 perdoz. IStorrsA Harrison Co. PAINESVILLE, OHIO. r^^^^^^^^M LILIUM HARRISII Indispensable for Early Forcing. OUR own growers pack all our Birmudit Bulbs and peisonally grow half our supply. Careful attention to the growing crop, weeding out diseased plants, proper grading of the bulbs when dug, business-like packing and handling, all go to make success with Harrisii. We iovite your orders under these conditions. Our bulbs will pay you. Write for Prices before closing any forcing stoci< orders. VAUGHAN'S SEED STORE, 14 Barclay Street, NEW YORK. 84-86 Randolph St., CHICAGO. CYCLAMEN Persicum Splendens Giganteum. Finest strain in the world, in four true colors, well-grown plants, lrom2!4-inch pofs, $4.10 per 100; $36 00 per 1000. Extra se ected, $j.(0 per HO; $40.00 per lOOO. Satisfaction guaranteed. PAUL MADER, East Stroudsburg Pa. S. S. SKIDELSKY, 708 N. 16th Street, PHILADELPHU, PA. CORRESPONDENCE SOLICITED. SEEDLING FERNS Xu ?n' n^ts^ ODVctiium Japonicum, Pteris Tremula and Pleria Adianioides, at $t.' 0 per lOJ P JSTPAID; $9.0 ) pt^r 1000 POSTPAID. We can safely deliver tbem anywhere in U. S. Cash with order. Send for large catalogue of Palms, Ferns, Decorative, Fruit-Bearing and Economic Plants and Trees from all over the Tropics. ROYAL-PRM NURSERIES, OnecQ. Florida. ONION SETS-NO MORE OF THEM. Sow my Hardy White Onion. SEND FOB CinCULAR. BEAULIEU. the Pansy Man, WOODHAVEN. N. Y. ViolefPlants WELL ESTABLISHED Per 100 lOOO IMPERIAL 2X-inch $2.75 $25.00 MARie LOUISE " 2.75 25 00 FARQUHAR " 2 75 25.00 SWAnLEY WHITE " 2.75 25.00 CAMPBELL " 2.50 22.50 GRAND RAPIDS VIOLET CO. GRAND RAPIDS, MICHIGAN. Please mention the Ainctican Florist when writing. Imperial Violets. Fine, strong plants, from 2-inch rose pots, $2.50 per 100; |22.50 per ICOO. CENTRAL MICHIGAN NURSERY, KALAMAZOO, MICH. ••Violet Plants*. Ready for immediate shipment. Imperial $2.75 per ICO $25.00 per ICOO Swanley White 2.75 per 100 25 UO per 1000 M.Louise 2.75 per 100 25.ro per KjCO Lady Campbell 3,60 per 100 2!.50 per 1000 Crabb & Hunter, Grand Rapids, Mich. Please tnention the American Florist when writing. 862 The American Florist. J^b 5> Denver. HEAVIEST HAILSTORM ON RECORD HITS GROWKES HARD. — MUCH GLASS BROKEN AND STOCK CUT UP. — OUTDOOR MATE- RIAL BADLY INJURED. — LIST OF THE LOSES. — STATE OF TRADE — DOI.N'GS OF THOSE IN THE CRAFT. On Friday, June 27, there started a storm which played havoc with Denver florists. It rained very heavily that night and continued till Saturday noon, when we passed through about ten min- utes of hail. Some of the greenhouses escaped untouched, while a iew iufifered only a little damage, but those who chanced to be in the belt received an awful beating. Considerable damage was done to young stock that had just been planted and field stock was badly cut up and knocked down. Vegetable gardeneri also caught it badly and strawberries, of which there are great quantities grown here, are about done up. Cabbage plants proved very tender things before the hail. Flower beds, vases, and so forth, are badly cut up, as well as shade trees. The Park Floral Company was the heaviest loser and from the look of the place they ieem to have held the center of the platform dur- ing the performance. All the houses show that they were hit and considerable dam- age was done to young stock, besides a field of outdoor plants laid low. They estimate their lo§s at about 13,000 square feet of glass. The Colfax Avenue Floral Company got oft more fortu- nately, for while their place Is of equal size and situated only two blocks from the Park Floral Company plant, their loss is only half as much. The Chapman Greenhouses, in West Denver, suffered heavily and place the loss at $1,000. The above three were all insured. The Gallup Floral Company, although the place is small, got it about as hard as any. The place is right in the business part of town and presents a sorry appearance, about half the glass being broken. They place their loss at $500, not insured. Mrs. Mauffs city place is badly damaged, while her large range of glass at Harmon escaped untouched. She was insured. Benson's new range of glass is about completed except glaz- ing. He has it all planted up. The hail did considerable damage to the stock. His old place at Petersburg wa» untouched. Work was begun quickly on repairing and Monday morning all hands were busy cleaning up and getting ready lor glaziers. Business remains fair, mostly funeral work, of which there have been two or three good days. Stock is in ample sup- ply for all demands, excepting sweet peas, which are poor. Perhaps what are left standing after our severe storm will do better. There will be two picnics given by the florists this week, one by the Denver Florists' Club at Harmon Park and one individually by the Park Floral Com- panv to their employes and families, up the "Platte Canon. W. J. Crowe, who has been out to Cal- ifornia for the past two months, is back again. "Billy" says California is agreat countrv and is telling great tales of things floricultural there. B. BEGONIfl GLOIRE DE LORRAINE, 2j^-lnch pots, $15.00 per 100. Write for prices on large lots. Stock guaranteed abBoluttily free from disease. THOMAS ROLAND, Nahant, Mass. Clearance Sale of Rose Plants We have on hand the following Rose Plants that we must dispose of immediately as we are cblieed to hive the room. Tbey were grown for our own use but we have con- cluded to grow only grafted stock, therefore this stock is for sale. We fully guarantee the plants to be in first-class condition in every respect, and to get rid of them we will sell at the following low prices: 3,ooo MAIDS, 3=inch, $30.00 per 1000. 1,000 MAIDS, 2=inch, $20.00 per 1000. 1,000 LIBERTY, 3=inch, own roots, $100.00 per 1000. Also 500 BRIDES, 3=inch, grafted, $100.00 per 1000. 500 MAIDS, 3=inch, grafted, $100.00 per 1000. This stock is as good as can b; grown and gjarante.'d to b; so. Bassett & Washburn, 76 WABASH AVENUE, O k-l lO A O O ouses, HINSDALE, ILL. ^^ I I I V^ F^ \SI \mf ■ Greenhouses, SURPLUS STOCK OF Forcing Roses A No. I Plants in 2 l-2-iiich Po's. BRIDE 5, $2.50 per JOO. MAIDS, $2 50 per 100. KA1SE«INS, $3.00 per KO. METEORS. $3 OO per JOD. AUG. GUINOISEAU, $3.00 per JOO. This stock is carefully grown and ^'as intended for our own use. J. B. HEiSS, The Exotic Nurseries, DAVTON, OHIO YOUNG ROSE Stock Cultings from Grafted Plants. 3 inch Maids, Brides and Meteors, $5.(0 per 100; $46.on per lOOU. 3H-lnch Maids, Brides and Meteors, $6.00 per 100; $55.00 per lOOO. flDlflNTUM GUN&flTUM. 6-iDch pots, $35.(0 per 100. Cash with order. Seod for sample. The F. R. Williams Co. CLEVELAND, OHIO. A FEW GOOD THINGS YOU WANT. KENTIA Ueliuoreaua aud l^'orsteriina, also Areca liUiesoens, 3 pliiDts in a pot, e.\tra clean and well ijrown pl:i nti, 3V4. 3, 4 and S-in., $8, $1B, J30. $■-(!. $7.=>, $inn to I12S cer 100. REX BEGONIA, 2 and 3-io('.li.$l anil $6 per 100. BOSTON FERN, $t, $8, $15 and $30 per 100 for 2, 'A. 4 and &-inch. FERN, /\/> 3-inch pots. $> per 100: La mW 1 1 V m^ V France. Golden Gate. Bride ■% 1 1 ^1 I ^ ^inil Maid. American Beau- ■ mVWV'W iv,$7per 100. Smilax. 3-in. pots, $3 per 100. Oriental I'epper, 3-inch pots, $3 per 103. Rubber Plants, 18 to 24 inches, *.i.00 a dozen; 24 to £0 inches, $7.00; 30 10.38 inchi'j, $11 pcrdoz. JOSEPH HEINL, Jacl(sonville. ill. EXTRA FINE 3-INCH ROSES, Mme.AbelChatenay Last.\ears \\ .nhin^ilon iiovell v, $8.00 per 100. EMIL GLAUBER, Montclair. Colo. THE AMERICAN FLORIST'S COLOR CHART PRICE 15 CENTS POSTPAID. AMERICAN FLORIST CO , Oiarbom St., Chloaao. III. igo2. The American Florist, 863 Ghrysanthemum... TIMOTHY EATON, well-rooted cuttings, $2.2j per 100. Sample 3j for 50 ots., express prepaid: Plants, $3.00 per 100, express not prepaid. All healthy and strong. Aster Plants. Queen of the Market, white, red, pink and mlied. Florists' Upright Branchiue, outer petals re- curved, center petals incurved, superb out flower, pure white, daybreak pink, fiery scarlet and lavender. Late Branching or Semple's, white, rose pink, lavender, red and mixed. All the above are the best money makers for florists, strong, healthy plants, assorted to suit, tOc per 100, 14-00 per 1000. Express prepaid for cash with order. DES MOINES PLANT CO., 38th St., Des Moines, Iowa. MUMS We have a large stock of fine plants _ __ _ _ _ _ from 2H-iQcn puts, ready to ship on short notice. Our selection of standard varieties, SJO.OO per 1000; $12.00 per 500. Write for prices on large orders. Following is a partial list. Send for complete list. T.Eaton $100 lE. Halliday »4.00 Nellie Pookett 8.00 | Major Bonnaffon. .. 3.00 Lady Roberts 8.00|Philadelphia 5.O0 Mrs. E. D. Smith... 6.00 Golden Beauty 8.00 Mrs. Chamberlain . 8.00 Mme. F. Bergmann 3.00 Willowbrook 3.00 Merry Monarch 3 00 Polly Rose 3.00 G. S. Kalb 3.00 Ivory 3.00 Mrs. J.Jones 3.00 Modesto 3.00 Nagoya 3 00 M. de Montmort.... 3.00 Glory of the Paoiflo 3.00 Lady Harriett 6.00 Maud Dean 4.00 Xeno 3.00 Geo. W. Childs 4.00 Intensity 4.00 H. A. Parr 3.00 H. WEBER & SOUS, OaHand, Md, 'Mums standard Varieties Whitb Yellow Pink Pitzwygram Maj. Bonnaffon Glory of Pacific White Ivory Rieman Pink Ivory Mayflower Yellow Mayflower Viviand-Morel Mrs. Jerome Jones— rooted cuttings, JI.60 per 100. From 2H-inoh pots. $2.50 per 100. Monrovia, earliest yellow] Rooted Cuttings, $2.50 White Bonnaffon 1 per 100. Lavender Queen | From 2V4-inoh pots. Col. Appleton, yellow J $4 per 100. Timothy Eaton, white I Rooted Cuttings E. D. Smith, yellow J.$3 per 100. From Mrs. W. B. Chamberlain, pink \ 2M-in. pots, $i.50 6E0RGE HARRER. Morton Grove. III. Primroses. Per 100 Cbinesr, Obconica Grandiflora and Forbesi, 2-iiich pots f2.00 Asparagus Plumosus 3.50 Smilix, 2-inch pots 1.00 CASH OR C. O. D. JOS. H. CUNNINGHAM. Delaware, 0. Carnation Floriana. We believe this to be the best pink carnation introduced to date, was disseminated in the spring of 1901 by originators, Messrs. Fillow & Banks. Price, $6 per 100; $50 per lOOO 60 at 100 rate, 500 at lOOO rate. Less than 50, 8c each. Dailledouze Bros., S.vr.iJVpSc'ia'fr.Sf FLATBUSH. BROOKLYN. N. V. Strong plants, February and March struck, healthy and free from disease. Cash with order. Y'our money cheerfully refunded if not satisfactory. $10.00 per lOCO. C. Lawritzen, Rhlnebeck-on-Hudson, N. Y. CHRYSANTHEMIMS. W"""" E HAVE the following fine varieties in 2-inch pots, ready to ship at once. All are in excellent condi- ^^ tion and none are hard or stunted. Per 100 — Tim- ^^^* othy Eaton, white, $4; Soleil de Octobre, yellow, $4; Lady Harriett, pink, $6; Merza, white, $4; Jerome Jones, white, $4; Golden Wedding, yellow, $4; Polly Rose, white, $4; John K. Shaw, pink, $4; Silver Wedding, white, $4; Yanoma, white, $4; White Bonnaffon, $4; White Ivory, $3. Also a few thousand fine American Beauty plants, 3-in., $10 per 100; $90 per 1000. La France, Ivory, Mrs. Ames, Wootton, Bride and Kaiserin. Write for prices. Robt.Crdig&$on,Phila..Pd. FLORISTS' ROSES FOR WINTER FORCING. ^\ A IVI IVI A ^^ Strong 3-in; pot plants, All our 2'/4-inch stock has been shifted from 2-inch pots. Our rose plants are all grown for the trade (we do not grow cut flowers), and such plants we claim are well worth more money than ordinary surplus stock; 3H-in. .^^^o-in Per 100 ~ " AM ERICAN BEAUTY $1.00 BRIDESMAID 3.50 GOLDRN GATE 3.50 KAISERIN 5.00 METEOR 3 50 PERL-ES 4.00 BRIDES 3.S0 IVORY, White Golden Gate 12.50 MRS. OLIVRR AMES, 4-inoh. per doz.. $10 00. BEDDING ROSES in large assortment, strong 214-inch, per KO, $3 00. Per 100 $12.00 8.00 8.00 13 00 8.00 1000 8.00 2J0C Alemannia Esplorateur Crampbel Ital'a L. Patry Pres. Carnot per KO, $4.00. Burbank Florence Vaughan Mile. Berat Paul Marquant. Aiparasui Pliimoiut, 2-inch pots, per 100, $4.00. JUpiragut Sprangarl, 21/2-incb pots, per 100, $3.00. " 3-inch pots, per 100, $6.00. Smllax, per 100, $2 50. Chryianthemumi, large assortment. $3 to $4 per 100. Fam Balls in leaf, 7 to 9 inches, per doz., .$6.00. Famt for Fern dishes, best kinds, per 100, $4.00. Hibiscus Paachblow, 24-inch pots, per lOO $3.(0. Lamon Amarican Wondar, 2H-inch pots, per 100, $3. Colaus, best assortment, per IOC, $2.00. Vaughan's Seed Store, GREENHOUSES: WESTERN SPRINGS, ILL. 84 & 86 Randolph Street, CHICAGO. 14 Barclay Street, NEW YORK. ROSES FOR WINTER FLOWERING Fine, healthy stock from selected cuttings. BRIDES, MAIDS. KAISERINS. ■ WOOTTONS. BON 8ILENE. MME. HCiTE. SAFRANO. PAPACONTIER, COLDEN GATE. 3-inch pots, $7.00 [ 'T 100, 4-inoh pots, $10 00 per 100. SUNRISE, LIBERTY, 3-inch pots, $9.00 per 103; 4-inch pots, $12.00 per 100. G'^A.VT^Eiy ^0SE;0< Kaiserin, Golden Gate, BH-inch ]>ots, $15.00 per 100. J. L. DILLON, Bloomsburg^. Fa. IOO,OI)OA$TERPLANTS Semple's and Queen of llie Market. New lot leady now. grown from the finest seed, at $1.03 per50t; S1.5J per 1000; 10,000 for $12.53. J. C. Schmidt, Bristol, Pa. Please mention the American Florist when writing. nBnAAIUD in Chrysanthemums and HHHhBIM^ Fuchsias, named varie- ■•^■■•■^■■■'' ties, at $2.59 per 100. Ailamanda Williamsii $4 00 per 100 Acalypha Sanderii S.tO per 100 Russetia Elegantissima 3.C0 per lOO Vinca Variegata 4.0OperlCO All good 2|,i-iDch plants. The Conard & Jones Co, westerove, Pa. i^etue mteniton the Atnerican Florist when wriHnz. *Dryden' Geraniom, the finest of nil bedders, 3^-in. pots, $6,00 per 100; 2V2-in., HOO perlOJ. Cash please. HENRY EICHHOLZ, Waynesboro, Pa. MEETING B. Y. P. U., PROVIDENi;E, R. I. The Nickel Plate Road w.ll sell tickets July 7, 8 and 9 at one fare for round trip, with stopover at Niagara Falls and Chau- tauqua Lake if desirea; also via New York City if preferred. For sleeping-car accom- modations, call at City Ticket Office, 111 Adams St., or address John Y. Calahan, General Agent, Chicago. 2J 864 The American Florist. July 5. Cincinnati. GOOD WBATHER MAKES STOCK OF IMPBOYBD QUALITY. — SUPPLIES UNDER THE DEMAND — PICNIC PLANS.— THE CLUB MEETING.— A NEW ARKIVAL.— PERSONAL DOINGS. Delightful cool weather the past week had a tendency to improve the quality of stock, particularly Brides and Brides- maidi. also of shortening the supply of these two most useful roses. Last week Thursday it was impossible to buy roses at any of the wholesale places, every- thing being sold out clean and the demand lor flowers on this day was something extraordinary. The shipped stock does not arrive in the best condi- tion and last week the writer saw a box of carnations arrive at one of the com- mission houses in such poor shape that they were consigned to the garbage bar- rel without further ceremony. No wonder the growers kick about the returns at times. Had this stock arrived in good shape every flower would have been sold, as carnations, too, were a little scarce. There is plenty of smilax, asparagus and adiantum on the market, also an abundance of sweet peas. The beginning of this week found business a little slow and stock more plentiful. The programme for the next outing, July 24, is ready and it looks as though the florists are going to have all kinds of fun. There will be baseball, bowling, running races, sack races, fat men's races, quoit pitching and numerous other games. The ladies will also have their contests. The committee In charge has been very liberal in offering prizes for all events. "Tom" Hardesty came over Friday morning, wearing an unusually broad smile. He said the stork had been at his home the night before and left a bouncing baby boy. Mother and son are doing well and we might Incidentally add that the father will pull through all right. The next meeting of the Florists' Society will be held at Chas. Pommert's place, Amelia, O., Julv 10. Trains will leave Carrol Street Station, C. G. and P. R. R., at 11:20 a. m. returning leave Amelia at 4:30 p. m. The fare for the round trip Is 80 cents. A. C. Kohlbrand, of Amling'a, Chicago, is spending his vacation in this city, visiting relatives and renewing acquaint- ance with friends. D. Lancaster, Pa. — Albert M. Herr is preparing to add a range of new houses to his plant. Roses i Celery Miiidif, Met<-ora, Goldeu Gates, Brides and Kais- prin. S-inch. at $3 per 10 '. Grown for own plant- iii({ planting and are k. 1 stock. CELERY PLANTS, best plants and varieties grown, il.EO per 1000. Larjje lots cbeap. Q. VAN BOCHOVE & BRO KALAMAZOO, MICH. CHEAP RATES TO NEW ENGLAND VIA NEW YORK CITY. One fare for the round trip via Nickel Plate Road to Providence, R. 1., and return, July 7, 8 and 9; final limit returning Aug. iSth. Three trains daily, with first-class modern equipment. Meals in dining cars at reasonable price. Going and return- ing via New York, if desired. Write John Y. Calahan, General Agent, ill Adams St., Chicago, for particulars. 24 ARECA LUTESCENS. p.r do/,--."/,-inch, 7dc; 3 %\\ v,\. %i\ ^, »3, KENTIA BELMOREANA. doz.-2/i in., »1.60; 3, %i: ZV%, &, 4. $3 60. KENTIA FORSTERIANA, per doz.— 2>4-in., $1.50; 3-in., |2; 3H-in., *3: 4-in,. U- LATANIA BORBONICA, per doz.— 2!^-in., 6O3; 3-in.,$l; 6-in., S7.20; 7 in.. *1U; H-in., stronK, $IS. PANDANUS VEITCHII, per doz — 5-in., S12; 6-in , JI8: 7. $30; 8. 142. NEPHROLEPIS 80ST0NIENSIS. per 100— 3-iD., »8.00. Per Joz.- E-iij..f3; 7-11... 19: s id, |I2: 9-in.,$ie; lO-io.. |24 ASPARAuUS PLUMOSUS NANUS, 2-in., $t per lOti; 3 in., J8 per 100. ASPARAGUS SPRENGERI, per 100— 2-in., J3; 3-iD., $8; 4-in., |12; Fp-in . *I5. ARAUCARIA EXCELSA, 4-in.. «5 per doz. FERNS FOR DISHES, Etc.. »:< per 100. FERN BALLS, well furnished with leaves, {3 to tS per doz. TheGEO-WITTBOLDCO. 1657 Buckingham PI., Chicago. ?5 RUBBERS 3 to 4 feet, $1.00 to $1.25 each, or the lot for $25.00. A. J. BALDWIN, NEWARK, 0, Orchids! ^ Arrived in fine condition: Catlleya labiata, C. Siiinneri, U. Dowiana, Oncidium varicosura Rogersii and Peristc'ria elata; also a fine lot of ADihurium Scherzerianum. Write for our illustrated, descriptive oatalague of orchids. Special list of freshly imported unestablished Orchids, just ready. Write for a copy. LAGER & HURRELL, summt. n. j. Orchid Qrowari and Importer!. 'MUMS ! ROSES ! SPECIAL ! Col. Appleton, SH-inch. 120.00 per 1000; rooted cutting, llf .00 per lOJO. Maj. Bonnaffon, 2W-in., $18.10 per lOOO: rooted cuttings, $11.00 per ICOO. Our selection in proper proportion of color, 2%- inch, $30 per 1000: rooted cuttings, $12.00 per lOOC. 100.000 2H and 3-inch Maids, Brides, Gales and Meteors. 25,000 2!4-inoh Stovia and rooted cut- t.ngs, $30 and $12 per 1000. Printed price list furnished on appUcution. Poehlmann Bros. Co., Morton Grove and Chicago, III. Eaothor RrSCO Excellent for bordering beds rtlalllel UlaOOi for tall growing plants. PENNISETUM LONGISTYLUM, (White Plumed), 3'.. and 3 inch pots, $2.50 per ICO. PENNISETUM RUPPELIANUM, (Purple Plumed), 2i;.-incli pots, $>.5D per 100. SALVIA SPLENDENS. 300, $3.50 per 100. BEGOMA REX. lirst varieties in 2^ iiml 3-inch pols. $.=■ 00 per .00. NATHAN SMITH & SON, ADRIAN, MICH. ASPARAGUS PLUMOSUS 4-inch strong, $10.00 per lOo. SMILAX, 2 inch, itrong, $1.50 per 100. :bo:n'hj axcca^u^. nest in th,- market for l-'lorisla' usi.-., .^3.50 ijer 200 lb. bag. ALBERT M. HERR. Lancaster, Pa. HwrlUlw I nR li-aves. 50 at 100 rates. nOICIITAI PEPPERS, strong, 3-ln,, In UnlCII I HL fruit. $3 per 1(0. 5t/ lit 100 rt. CUII IV "Strong 3-lncb. $>.00 (.er ICO; OniLAA $12.00 per lOOO. Haskell Ava. Floral Co., Dallas, Texas. Please mtntion the A merican Florist when writing. NOTICE:-The Model Plant Stake Co , formerly of Brooklyn N, V,, has removed to 208 Jersey St.. Harrison. Mew Jersey, and is now The Parker-Bruen Mfg. co. The Model Extension Carnation Support. \ * \ FlusbiDp, Long Island, Dec lith. 1901. Mr. Theron N. Parker, Brooklyn. N. Y. Dear Sir — I have used your Wire CiirDJition Sup- port the last two \ears in all about 12,C01 They fill the bill in every particular. Nothing could be more satisfactory and would give me a great deal of pleasure if 1 can bespeak a good word for you to the trade and you are at liber- ty to refer to me at any limi.-. Very truly. A. L. Thokne. Favorable tfstim<>nlal3 from such growers as: Dailledouze Broi.. Plalbusb. L. T. Wm. Scott. BufTalo, N. Y. Albert M. H.-rr. Lwncester. Pa. C. AV. Ward. (^>ueen8. L. 1. E. Asmua, Boboken. N. .7. Write for Circular and Price Lists. Galvanized STEEL ROSE STAKES. The Parker-Bruen Mifg. Co. 208 Jersey St., Harrison, N. J. LVANS' IMPROVED Appjumus \ WBITt ro« tLLUSTRATtO «-AlflLOCue gy/uct/f c/rrmc/f/M/wmi .*- ^^ tr- ^^ ^- o-r M«^rvs KIFT'S PATENT Rubber Capped FLOWER TUBES, 1 Vi-iii'-h .li;iiii.t.-r. per luii, %\.Hy. JOSEPH KIFT & SON. 1725 Chestnut St.. Phlli., Pa. A. HERRMANN. CapeFloweri, alloolomi Cycat Leaves, Metal Dedgas, A All Florists' Sipplles. Band for Pilo*i. .IM-*!! ■•■! a4th St.. Nmr YORK. igo2. The American Florist, 865 CUTFLOIRBOXES WATERPROOF Corner Look Style. The b st, strongest and Deatest folding cut flower bos ever made. Cheap, durable, handy. To try them once Is to use them always. DON'T USE OLD STORE BOXES. If you have any doubt, send for samples, which speak for themselves. 3i4!4xl6..$l.75per 100; $15.00 per 1000 Size No. I. ■• No. 3. " No. 3. " No. 4. " No. 8. " No. 6. 3x6il8. 4x8x18.. 3x6x20.. 4x8x22.. 4x8x28.. 2.00 2.40 2.75 3.00 3.75 18.00 22.00 • 26.00 28.00 35.00 THE LIVINGSTON SEEO CO. BOX 103, COLUMBUS. O. •T (patented.) IS FATAL TO ALL INSECT LIFE. Improves Flowers, Plants and Shrubs. No Greenhouse complete without tliis lusecticide. vSold by Seedsmen. A 3-oz. trial cake, making \\i gallons prepared sohuiou, mailed for 10 cents. L&mmDo&pC0. nv. BAMBOO PLANT STAKES For Chrysanthemums, etc.. strong, <» to J^-irch, 4 to 6 teet, per 4 0, |2 50j per i2C0, |6.oo. Casti witli order. C. H. JOOSTEN, Importer, I 78 Chambers St., NEW YORK. Sigmund Geller Importer and Manufacturer of FLORISTS' SUPPLIES Complete Stock— New Goods— New Illustrated Catalogue Now Ready. Send for it. 108W. 28lh St., near 6th Ave., NEW YORK. WE NOW OFFER "Chemicals" for making LIQUID OOWIPOST. Dry powders all soluble in water, composts cost less than 3^0 per gal. Correspondence invited. EASTERN CHEMICAL COMPANY, 620 Atlantic Ave., Boston. LUMBER AT HALF PRICES. WE PI R( H.ISED THE PAX-AMERH'AS EXPOSITION SEND US YOUR LUMBER BILL FOR OUR ESTIMATE. Pipe, Machinery and Building Supplies in General. FREE CATALOCrES ON APPJLICATIOX. CHICAGO HOUSE WRECKING CO., PAN-JIMERICAN, DEPARTMENT 6. BUFFALO NEW YORK. Boilers OF HIQH ^ GRADE. .5^ For GREENHOUSES. See Our Catalogue S'o?s;3le"r'. Giblin&Co.,Utica,N.Y. American Florist Ads AW':i>>. .l uiin I'loi / / ifhrii rrt ilijti;. LOW RATES TO ATLANTIC COAST POINTS. July S to 9, inclusive, the Nickel Plite Road will sell tickets to Portland, Me., anJ return, at one fare for the round trip. It will be to your interest to obtain rates via that road before purchasing elsewhere. Three daily trains. Write John Y. Calahan, General Agent, ill Adams St., Chicago. 26 AWABOEOTHEONIYFIBST CLASSCERTinCATEOFMERIT BYTHESOCIET Y Cr AMERICA; FLORIST SAl BOSTON MAS AUC.2I5TI090 POR STANOARn FLOWER POTS. IWhilldin Jersey Gty ytli PotteryGo. jR^G Island (riY . Trav'-ling Kf prcsont;t(ivf. Philadelphia u. cutler ryerson, 108 Third Ave., NEWARK. N. J. Standard OriT'Q Flower... ■ v^ 1 O If your greenhouses are within 600 miles of the Capitoli write us, we can save you money W. H. ERNEST. 28th and M Strettt. WASHINGTON, D. a GEO. KELLER & SON, MANUFACTURERS OP FLOWER POTS. Before buying ^v^ite for prices. 361-363 Herndon Street, near Wnghtwoofl Ave., CHICAGO. ILL Please mention th American Florist when luriting; FLOWER POTS STANDARD POTSspe<^.lt. List and SAMPLES FREE. SWAHN'S POTTERY MF'G CO., P. 0. Box 78. MINNEAPOLIS, MINN. Please rention the American Florist when -writiny WRITE A. F. KOHR, ^"i>-S?o^A«^5*^LV.r" FOB PBIGEB or Standard Pots whloh for'itren^th &nd poroiity oomblned are the belt on the market THOSE RED POTS " STANDARDS" FULL 8IZK AND WIDK BOTTOMS. BULB I'ANS AND A/.ALKA POTS. DETROIT FLOWER POT MT'Y, HARRY BALBLEY. DETROIT, MICH.. Rap- 4»0 Howard St. Please mention the American Florist when writing. TIN FOIL Plain, Fancy, Printed & Mounted. M anuCactured by Tlie Conley Foil Co, 5«1 to 541 West 25th St., STANDARD FLOWER POTS ! Packed in small orates, easy to handle. Pots Price per crate 1500 2-in., in crate, $4.88 1500 2« " 5.25 1500 tV, " 6.00 1000 3 " 6.00 800 3H " 5.80 500 4 " 4.60 320 5 " 4 61 144 6 " 3.16 Seed pans, same price as pots, list of Cylinders for Cut Flowers Pots Price per orate 120 7-in., in crate, $4-20 aoo aeo " 4.80 3.60 '• 4.80 " 4.80 4.50 Send for price Hanging Bas- 60 8 48 9 48 10 24 11 24 12 12 14 6 16 kets, La'wn Vases, etc 10 per cent off for oa>h with order. HiLFINaER BROS' POTTERY, OR ... FORT BDWARD, N V. August Rolksr A Sons, New Yorlc Agents, 31 Barclat St., New Yoek Citt. AdjustablePlaotStands THE BEST ON THE MARKET. I Stand SI. 50; 3 Stands S4.0O: 6 Stand* $7,80; 12 Stands $14.00. YOU NEED THIM \S YOUR BUSINESS. C. B. WniTNALL, MILWAUKEE. WIS. Invalid Appliance Co., GOLUiBIA PLANT TUBS KELLER BROS. _^__2I3 IB-17-19-21-23 Pearl St., NORRISTOWN, PA. Manufacturers of Standard Flower Pots, red In color, equal to the best on the market; are 16 miles from Philadelphia, best o( railroad connec- tions. We give special attention to mall orders and make special sizes to order in quantities. A postal will bring prices and discounts. RED POTS SAMPLE POT AND PRICE LIST ON APPLICATION. C. C. POLLWORTH CO., {Ji^**""" Please mention the American Florist when writing* igo2. The American Florist. 867 KROESCHELL BROS. GO. Greenhouse Boiler, Established 45 Erie St., CHICAGK). Bcllera made of the best of msterlal, shell, flreboz flheeta and heads of steel, water space all aroand (front, sides and back). Write for Information. D. 0. Gunningham Glass GO., -PITTSBURG, PA. Tank Window Glass. flot-tiouse Glass fl Specialty. ^Standard The lightest running, most rapid and powerful ventilat- Ingmachinery in the marked Duplex Gutters, Made of wrought or cast Iron with self adjusting sash bar clips. The only Drip Prool Metal Gutter offered to the Public. Send for my cata- logue free. C Hippard, Youngstown, 0. Always mention the American Flo- rist when writing to advertiwrs. SEMON BACHE k CO. 7-9-11 Lalglit St., New York. wb; jSE^i^x^ FRENCH GLASS For direct Shipment from factory Abroad. CARLOAD ORDERS ONLY TRY CS WITH A SPEOIFICATION FOR QUOTATION. Clear Gulf CYFBESS GREENHOUSE MATERIAL. GlasS(.^^Boilers S. JICOBS & SONS, "'U.XE;?'?.'- Estimates furnished for Erecting. Send 4 els. for Boiler Catalogue. New Twin Section Boiler. GET OUR PRICES BEFORE ORDERING. TIC A FOR . tol^ouseqiazin^ USE IT NOW. F.O. PIERCE GO. 170 Fulton St., NEW ^'^RK Myers & Co. ESTABLISHED t849. GREENHOUSE ARCHITECTS I BUILDERS. HEATING ENGINEERS. Oroenhousa Bollars. Iron Bench Frames' Send for catalogue and latest prices. lis So. I7tli St., Ptiiladelpiiia, Pa. GEO. M. GARLAND, IRON GUTTERS AND POSTS. Testimonials from leading groners. Se' d for Catalogue. CEO. M. CARLAND, Oes Plaines, III. ^g^S^V^^JJ^^^^iJX-.^ >^^y: ^\^-~^' ^^.-^ JOHN C. MONINCeR CO.. CHICAGO, Sfe.LI.INC AGENTS DILLON'S GREENHOUSE MFG. GO. MANUFACTDRBRS OF HOT BEO SASH, AIR DRIED GULF CITPRESS SASH BARS Bloomsburg, Pa. AND OTHER ORBBNHUC8E AIATEKIAL. BUILDERS of DURABLE and PRACTICAL Greentiouses at a LOW COST. ^^Our descriptive cir'-ular contains valuable information for every florist. Send for it. WE HAVE SOMETHING NEW TO OFFER. 868 The American Florist. July 5- Index to Advertisers, Advertising rates. . . 848 Allen JK 862 American Rose Co . . . I Amling E C 851 Aschmann Godfrey. 861 Baohe Semen & Co. 887 Baldwin A J 864 Bassett &, Wash- burn.. 851 852 BattrSAlfred I Bayersdorfer H 4 Co 865 Beaulieu H 861 Bdokert W C II Benthey & Co 851 Berger H H &Co... II Kerning H G 850 Big Four R R 858 Bobbink & Atkins.. SW Bonnot Bros 853 Boston Letter Co. . . 865 Brill Francis It UrodJohn II Brown AC 861 Bruns H N 851 Buckley W T Plant Co 855 BudlongJA 851 855 Burpee W A ifeCo.. II Calif Carnation Co. II Carmody J D 868 Central Mich Nursy 861 Chicago Carnation Co 851 Chicago House Wkg Co 865 868 III IV CincinCutFlowerCo 850 Clucas&Boddington II Conard & Jones Co. 863 Conley Foil Co 866 Cottage Gardens. .. . 855 Crabb & Hunter.... 861 Craig Robt A Son. . 863 Crowl Fern Co 851 Cunningham DO.. Glass Co 867 Cunningham Joi H. 863 Dailledouze Bros.... 863 Ueamud J B 85) DesMoines Plant Co 863 Detroit Flower Pot Mfy 866 Dietsoh A X >ncli ll )Ko. «7. Siiltford Geo 852 Sohillo Adam [V Schmidt J C 863 Sheridan W F 853 Siebrecht ASon I Situations A Wants 849 Skaboura DipCo... 865 Skidelsky S S 861 Smith Nath A Son.. 864 ■Smith W A T Co.... I Southern K K 858 Spangler K J A Co.. II Sprague Smith Co.. 868 Stearns T'umber Co. Ill stelfens i:mil 865 atorrsAbarrisonCo. 861 Stryker S D 865 Surrey Seed Co II Sutherland G A.... 852 Swahn Pot Mfe Co. 866 Thompson J D Car- nation Co 1 Thorburn J M ACo. 857 Traendly A Schenok 853 CHICAGO HOUSE WRECKINB CO., W. n;ih an.l Iron SI... ClIICAUO. Tobacco Warehouse- Ing A TradinB Co 86i Van Kocbove A llrj 884 VandegriftPBACo.. 866 Vaughan's Seed Store 8.55 S60 861 86 i I It Vlck's Sons Jas II Weathered's Sons Thos Ill Weber H A Sons ... 863 WeeberADon 11 Weiland A Risch... 851 Welch Bros 8i2 Whilldin Pot Co.... 866 WhitnallC B 866 Wietor Bros 8S1 Wllks S Mfg Co.... 867 Willi.ams F R Co... 862 Wittbold Geo Co.... 864 Wolf A Q A Bro.. IV Wood Bros 880 Toung Jno 853 YouneAN'ieent... 853 Zirngiebel 1) II AfTIPriffin '^I'^s.ys do business, /tmClltail Week days and everyday riOrlSXS Sundays and hoUdays, M A Art^ ^ °^" ^ country. V^ "V /lUO At home and abroad. THE ^VENTILATING /\PPLI8NCE^ This is a funny loolcing thing but it will do the work easier and cost less than any other apparatus on earth or any other place. Send for a descriptive circular to J. D. CARMODY. Evusvllle, lad. Holds Glass Firmly See the Point IS" PCERLESS G\m*ing Points are thebe14 CbnUst St., mi>., Pi. •DORIC" HEATER, Profitable Greenhouses "Curney" trr^f nhouses ;ire profitable grt-i'nhouses because they're operated under the most economical conditions. Gurney tieaters maintain an even heat with the least amount of care, burn a minimum amount of coal to maintain the desired tempera- ture, require no brick setting, and are without question the most efficient constructions on the market. A host of nurserymen already use the "Curney." If you're not on the list, send for catalogue and And out more about it. Cumeys promote the greatest hothouse success, GIRNEV HEATER MFG. CO. 74 FRANKLIN ST., BOSTON. Ill FIFTH AVE,. NEW YORK CITY. Western Selling Agents. JAMES B. CLOW & SONS, Franklin and Harrison Sts., Cliicago, III. WATER. If you want water only when the wind blows a windmill will do your work and cost less money than our Rider and Ericsson Hot Air Pumps, but if you want water every day while your flowers are growing and do not want your pump blown down when the wind blows too hard, no pump in the world can equal ours. We have sold about 20,0C0 of them during the past N twenty-five years, which is proof that we are not making wild statements. Our Catalogue "A 3" will tell you all about them. Write to near- est store. Rider-Ericsson Engine Co. 35 Warren St, New York. 692 Craig St., MoNTBEiL, P. Q. 239 Franklin St., Boston. Ttniente-Rey 71, Havana, Cuba. "2A Pitt St . SvnNET N. S. W. 40 Dearborn St.. CiiicAoo. 40 N. 7th St.. PBILADKLFniA. IS* r I I * I LARGE STOCK «^ ^ ^ ^^ PROMPT SHIPMENT : 'fl^ Pore linseed Oil Putly.PjintsJnKkfiEtt! «.«««,/, 2^'!''''*; ''**'*^ LATEST PRICES. ^ Please mention the A merican Florist when 7vriting. GREENHOUSE GIASS I •^1 I I flHUE (Jki^mm tlnL@iOiir America is "the Prow of the I/essbI; thsra may be moTB comfort JImidships, but we are the £rst to touch Unknnurn Seaa," Vol. XVIII. CHICAQO AND NEW YORK, JULY 12, 190a. No. 736. ITlHIiE /Al<^Jfil!@i^i! IFlL@iQS@ir SSVJfiMTKJBMTH TSAB. ht 1(102, by Ameiloan Floilit Oomp&ny. Istered ai Seoond-Olaii Mail Matter. Pttbushxi) ztibt Satvbdat bt AMERICAN FLORIST COMPANY, 334 Dsarbom St., Chicago. BaiUrn Otflc* : 79 Milk St., Bo and a watch. Philadelphia. FLORAL EXCHANGE PLANTING LARGB ADD!' TIONS TO RANGE.— PINK BEAUTY WIN- NING INFLUENTIAL FRIENDS. — WEATHER HOT AND VACATIONS IN ORDER.— BUSI- NESS DULL. — LITTLE GOOD STOCK — PER- SONAL AND OTHER DOINGS. The Floral Exchange has completed, and is plantmg Beauties in, the new house 63x300. It is a little difi'erent in the matter of uprights and braces from the one erected a year ago, but in the main the house is the same. Roses have done admirably in this house and it has fulfilled expectations in every way. Another range, ridge and furrow style, 60x100 and consisting of seven houses with no dividing walls is also finished and being planted. They have planted 12,000 Beauty and 10,000 Queen of Edgely. More of the Queen would have been set out but a large batch of the cut- tings met with a mishap and this, together with a large demand, entirely cleaned them out. Myers & Samtman have planted about 5,000 Queen of Edgely and are very much pleased with the way the stock is looking. A few trial plants last season paid them very well and they say that almost the entire crop for next season Is engaged. Edwin Lonsdale Is also in line with 1,500, he being satisfied that it is quite equal to the Beauty as a money getter. Edward Habermehl had a trying expe- rience the past week, as he came near losing his three-year-old daughter by abduction. It seems a colored man who worked for him was discharged for cause and, threatening to be revenged, attempted to steal the little girl. The attempt failed, however, and the police are hot on his trail. Business is good for the season of the year and very little good, or compara- tively good, stock goes to waste. There are a few Kaisenn and Liberty roses about, as well as some Carnots that can be oftcred without apologies, but these, with sweet peas and some lilies and a few asters, complete the assortment. It is red hot with us at present and how to keep cool is now the principal 1902. The American Florist. 875 topic. Many are taking ihort trips to the country and seashore. John West- cott and family, together with Mr. and Mrs. John Habermehl and family, spent a few days at the Commodore's cottage at Waretown last week. The H. A. Dreer Company is doing all it can to cultivate a taste for perennials and each week during the iummfr one of the windows of the store is filled with flowers from the grounds at Riverton. All the specimens are correctly labeled and attract much attention. George Waterfield has taken the old Butler place, adjoining Mr. Lonsdale's, and put it in complete repair. John Fertsch Is back to his old love again and will help Mr. Waterfield make the old place blossom the coming season. Charlie Grey, of Leo. Niessen's staff, is taking a team of ball players oat to play the hustlers at Robt. Craig & Son's, Forty-ninth and Market, next Saturday. ' Leo. Niessen is handling a lot of lilac candytuft that is very pretty and appro- priate for funeral clusters and designs. The interest in the national convention continues and from what we hear it teems that quite a number will take their vacation in the "land of the sky." K. Indianapolis. OBSBQUrHS OF THE LATB WILLIAM BER- TBRMANN.— MANY FLOWERS. — DOINGS OF THE GSUWBRS —CLUB PLANS ODTING.— VARIOUS NOTES. The funeral of the late William G. Ber- termann was held Saturday afternoon, July 5, Irom the residence of John Ber- termann. Among a large number of friends and relatives were thirty members of the State Florists' Association, many of whom same from outside the city. Floral contributions were very numer- ous. A token from the society was a large broken column. It was a beautiful piece of work and Mr. Billingsly is to be commended. In place ot the regular meeting in August a memorial meeting will be held by the society. H. W. Rieman, who is remodeling his store, putting up an 80-foot brick smoke- stack, adding two new boilers and a large rose house, is getting along nicely with his work. Baur & Smith are progressing well with their large carnation house. As it departs in many respects from the usual style, its building is being watched with interest. The annual outing of the florists will take place July 23 at Broadripple Park. The market is very dull, hardly any of the florists being in their places. E. A. Nelson is camping and fishing on the Kankakee river. H.J. Detroit. TRADE HOLDS UP IN MOST UNDSDAL FASH- ION.— MUCH WEDDING WORK. — STOCK OF FAIR QUALITY AND GOOD SUPPLY. — CLUB MEETING. — VARIOUS NOTES. Extraordinarily good trade still hold- ing up gives little indication of the sum- mer season being upon us, although it is true that funeral work comprises the most of it. There ie, nevertheless, con- siderable doing in other work, including decorations for weddings, the season for the latter seeming to continue longer than in other years. Of flowers there is a good supply at present, of carnations of excellent quality and roses, fair for summer season. Some good candidum and auratum lilies are on the market and sell well. Greenhouse operations are being seriously hindered by the incessant rains, occurring nearly every day during the past month. Many fields of carna- tions are much of the time under water and serious loss in that line is already apparent. The club meeting Wednesday evening was well attended. Interest centered upon the coming convention at Asheville, many signifying their intention of going. Another outing was arranged to take place at Bois Blanc Island down the river on July 22. The trip will be by boat and a programme of amusements will be indulged in during the day. Geo. A. Rackham and wife are on a visit to their son, Avery, at Summit, N. J. Before returningthey will visit New York and other points of interest east. A. Hupprich, the Michigan avenue pot manufacturer, is laid up with an acute attack of rheumatism. Visitors: Chas. B. Weathered and Leo- pold Oestemei, New York; Harry D. Byers, Dayton. J. F. S. St. Louis. TRADE DULL BUT STOCK NOT OVER- PLENTIFUL.— CARNATIONS UNDER THE DEMAND.— ROSES GOOD —NEW GREEN- HOUSES AT BOTANICAL GARDEN. — VARIOUS NOTES. Trade this week is somewhat at a standstill. Stock is Improving but there is still a shortage on white carnations. Roses are much more plentiful than car- nations. Some very fine Flora Hill, Ethel Crocker and Triumph are coming in and the best being as high as $2 per hundred. Some very fine Golden Gate, Liberty and Bride roses are coming In but the first named are by far the best sellers and also best blooms. The best bring $5 to $6 per hundred. Very few Beauties are to be had. Gladioli are quite plentiful, and asters very good. The new greenhouses that are being put up at the Missouri Botanical Garden are well under way and will make a fine addition. They will be used for growing purposes only. The aquatics here and in Tower Grove Park are fine as are also the new collections of roses in both of these parks. The daily raias that we are now hav- ing are doing worlds of good to all plants outdoors and carnations in the field are showing marked improvement. Mrs. John Young fell down stairs last Sunday, breaking her left arm and cutting her head. Geo. Whiteman, formerly with F. M. Ellis, is now with H. G, Berning. Alex. Siegel has closed his store for the two summer months. R. J. M. Buffalo. TRADE CONDITIONS SHOW THAT SUMMER HAS ARRIVED. — A WEDDING. — VACATION SEASON IS AT HAND. — PERSONAL AND OTHER DOINGS. Summer is here in every sense of the word. Trade kept up until the last day of June in very good shape and the stores had about as good a season as last year, when the Pan-American made some extra business. There is a very fair supply of flowers, roses, carnations and fine sweet peas, which are greatly improved by the rain. Will H. Grever, so many years with Adams and now the working partner of W. F. Bullock & Co., and Miss Emma Wagner, a very charming young lady, were married recently. Palmer started the early closing on July 1, and has locked the door at 6:30 whether any others did or not. Of course not all close early. Phil. Breitmeyer, of Detroit, has been paying his yearly visit to relatives in this city. S. A. Anderson and family are going to Willow Bay for an outing. J. H. Rebstock and family are now at Crystal Beach. Bison. Cleveland. FUNERAL WORK THE ONLY CAUSE OF ACTIVITY IN RETAIL STORES —ROSES OP VERY LOW GRADE.— CARNATIONS READY FOR BENCHING.— GREENHOUSE BUILDING. — NOTES. Vacations, renovations and early clos- ing are the order of the day among the store men, for there is nothing doingout- side of funeral work and a few shipping orders, but it is almost impossible to get stock good enough for shipping at the present time. The last few days of scorching hot weather placed the rose business hors de combat. Carnations are fair, especially the pink varieties. White is very scarce. Early planting of carnations is contemplated by the grow- ers this year. While a great many plants have suffered somewhat from the contin- uous rains during June, yet what remain are, on the whole, in fine condition. The J. M. Gasser Company, The Essex Green- houses and several other growers have plants of sufficient size for immediate benching. The j. M. Gasser Comt)any hopes to have its new range of 50,000 feet of glass completed in a couple of weeks. The inclement weather is responsible for the delay. H. A. Hart has given up the notion of building this year and will confine his efforts to getting things in ship-shape order for the next season's campaign. G. W. Smith, the hustling Wade Park Avenue florist, is adding another house 9x65 for ferns, also a show house to his neat establishment. Harry B. Jones has gone on a month's vacation, which will include a trip down the St Lawrence. Adam Graham is getting uneasy and it would not be a surprise to see a house or two go up shortly. Echo. Salem, Mass.— The Salem Floral Com- pany, Essex street, has discontinued busi- ness. Landisville, Pa. —Jacob Trout is building a greenhouse and will go into carnation growing. Melrose, Mass.— The annual rose show of the Amateur Gardeners' Society took place on June 17. Fergus Falls, Minn.— Spencer O. Tuve, the nurseryman, and Miss Anna Mag- nussen were married a few days ago. Tipton, Ind.— J. H. Bornhoeft has bought the greenhouses formerly con- ducted by A. C. Anderson. He was for- merly in business for himself at Chicago and has since worked for Gullett & Sons, Lincoln, 111.; Stuart & Haugh, Anderson, Ind., and the South Park Floral Com- pany, New Castle. Pleasant Hill, Mo.— George M. Kel- logg reports this one of the best seasons he ever enjoyed, particularly for the past six weeks, on outdoor stock. He is add- ing 50,000 square feet of glass to his range this season and has the new Beauty houses already up and planted. His range will hereafter contain 250,000 square feet of glass. 876 The American Florist. July 12, Seventeenth Yeab. Sobforiptlon, $1.00 a year. To Europe, 12.00. SubBcriptionB accepted only from tnoie in the trade. Advertisements on all except cover paget, 10 Cents a Line, Agate; 81.00 per inch. Cash with Order. No Special Position Guaranteed. Diioounts are allowed, only on consecutive inser- tions, as follows — 6 times, 5 per cent; 13 times 10 per cent; 28 times, 20 per cent; 52 times, 30 per cent. ver space sold only on yearly contract at 11.00 per inch, net, in the case of the two front pages, regular discounts ap- plying only to the back pages. The Advertising Department of the Ambrican Flobist is for Florists, Seedsmen and Nurserymen and dealers in wares pertaining to those lines only. Order* for less than one-hall inch space not accepted. Advertisements must reach us by Wednesday to secure insertion in the issue for the following Saturday. Address AMERICAN FLORIST CO., Chtoago. Now is the time to make the repairs. The succeis of the garden rose, with reasonable care, is very largely a matter of the selection of adaptable varieties. Oke of the most interesting items of Cincinnati news has failed to appear in the weekly letter because of the modesty ofour correspondent, Albert Sunderbruch, whose marriage with Miss Pauline Slou- sofmeister, of Cleveland, will be celebrated [uly 16. Prof. L. H. Bailey has announced his intention of beginning work at once upon the Cyclopedia of American Agri- culture, supplementing the Cyclopedia of American Horticulture but differing from it in that it will be a book of instruction rather than a reference work. Prof. Bailey told the nnrserymenin convention at Milwaokee that the aim of his life is "the spiritualization of agriculture." Summer Advertising. There is a trade in summer as well as in the fall or spring — not so much of it, to be sure, but trade there is, and trade is what every advertiser wants. If there is not so much going during the heated term, then there is so much the greater reason why dealers should advertise to catch what is going. — Printer's Ink. Chicago to Asheville. Everyone from the west and north- west is invited to join the Chicago party to the S. A F. convention. If you buy through tickets see that they read via Big Four railroad Chicago to Cincinnati. Write E. F. Winterson, 45 Wabash ave- nue, or the Ambricak Florist and accommodations will be reserved for you on the cars from Chicago, which will be a part of the special train from Cincinnati to Asheville. Society of American Florists. DEPARTMENT OF PLANT REGISTRATION. H. Beaulien, Woodhaven, N Y., regis- ters the following named dahlias: Alex- ander Wallace, show; large flower, color bright red; stem fourteen inches or more; plant four feet high; bloomed in four months from seed and last year flowered steadily from luly 12 till frost. Uncle Sam, cactus; color carmine, growing lighter; early and continuous bloomer, never growing over two feet in height. Mrs. E. T. Royle, show; flower three Inches across, color of Daybreak carna- tion; height two and one-half feet; early, free bloomer. Wm. J. Stewart, Sec'y- Completes the List. Ed. Am. Florist: — I enclose check to renew my subscription to the American Florist. I take a number of papers and magazines but my list would not be com- plete without this one. Marlboro, Mass. W. L. Lewis. Piping For Ordinary Temperature. Ed. Am. Florist: — How many 2inch flows and 1^4 inch returns will it take for two connected houses ISHxlOO, six feet to eaves and ten feet five inches to ridge? The location is central Ohio and the tem- peratures required are those for roses and carnations. The boiler is a Kroeschell No. 5. A. & S. For a 1514 foot rose house three 2- inch flows and twelve 1%-inch returns will be needed. Three flows and eight returns will suffice for carnations. If new pipe is to be obtained it will be better to use either eight 2-inch or ten IVa-inch return plprs for the rose house, and six 2-inch or seven IVi inch in the carnation house. L. R. Taft. Greenhouse Building. Springfield, 111.— A. C. Canfield, range of houses. M-ntor, O.— John Merkel, one house 20x120. Landisville, Pa.— Jacob Trout, carna- tion house. M«rlboro, Mass. — W. L. Lewis, house 25x80. Washington, D. C— J. R. Freeman, two houses 25il00. North Leominster, Mass. — E. L. Durkie, one house. Philadelphia, Pa.— J. L. Milner, four houses. Rhinebeck, N. Y.— W. R. Tremper, vio- let house. Fryeburg, Me — W. Tarbox, one house. Springfield, Mass. — Forest Park, house 24x100 So Manchester, Conn.— S. L. Cheney, vegetable house 40x100. Whitman, Mass. — R. E. Moir, one house 150 feet long. Areca Lutescens. Ed. Am. Florist:— What is the best temperature in which to grow Areea lutescens? What does it require in the way of soil and watering? F. A. C. This palm grows best in a temperature of 65° at night, a higher temperature than this making the foliage soft and also encouraging attacks of red spiders. In zero weather we prefer to let the areca houses fall in temperature to 00°, but consider this the minimum to produce good results. When using no artificial heat, say from June 1 to the latter part of September, a little ventilation is kept up throughout the night in order to avoid too much condensation of moist- ure on the foliage, and during the day abundant ventilation is given. A good rose soil will grow Areca lutescens, and the safest fertilizer is short stable manure, though chemical fertilizers and bone dust are also used to some extent, but it is well to use the latter with caution, for it is (|uite possible to over-do the enrich- ment of the soil for arecai with the chemical preparations and bone dust. Arecas should never be allowed to become very dry at any time, there being more danger of injury from dryness than from over-watering with any well established palm. W. H. Taplin. The American Chrysanthemum Exhibition. We are pleased to learn that very satis- factory arrangements have been made by the Horticultural Society of Chicago for holding its next fall show and the first exhibition of the Chrysanthemum Soci- ety of America at the Art Institute, November 4-8 inclusive. The terms are more advantageous to the society than those made in any former year. The main exhibition hall is sixty feet wide by 220 feet long and thirty feet high, with an annex 40x80 feet. The conference hall — a beautiful and commodious cham- ber— in the same building can be secured for meetings and discussions as may be found necessary. More delightful and appropriate surroundings for the great chrysanthemum renaissance of America could hardly be imagined and the build- ing is located in the very best section of the city for the accommodation of vis- itors of every class and from every direction. The preliminary list of pre- miums has been out for some time and copies of same may be had by addressing Edwin Lonsdale, Sec'y, Chestnut Hill, Philadelphia, Pa., or E. A. Kanst, assistant secretary, 5700 Cottage Grove avenue, Chicago. Will Build Greenhouses. The rapid increase in the business of greenhouse construction has, in the past few years, led to the organization of a number of new concerns for the purpose of supplying the demand for buildings for horticultural purposes. The latest addi- tion to the firms in the field is the Pierson- Sefton Company, of Jersey City, N. J. The president of the corporation is Lincoln Pierson, for twelve years secre- tary of the Lord & Burnham Company, Irvington, N. Y.; the vice-president it Paul M. Pierson, the well-known rose and carnation grower of Scarborough, N Y., and the secretary and treasurer is William Sefton, for the past six years superintendent of manufacturing and construction for Hitchings & Company, New York. The Pierson-Sefton Com- pany has purchased the patents of Paul M. Pierson and has a number of other* pending. They have secured an admira- ble manufacturing site on West Side avenue, Jersey City, and have equipped their factory to give them facilities for a large output during their first season. Meeting of American Botanists. Section G of the American Association for the Advancement of Science, with the Botanical Society of America, met July 1, in the Phipps Hallof Botany, Carnegie Institute, Pittsburg, Pa. The session was chiefly given over to the Botanical Society of America, and some interesting papers and discussions were beard. Many of the papers were illustrated either by blackboard drawings or by plates and photographs. Past President Dr. B. D. Halsted read an interesting paper on "Two Centuries of American Botany." His paper dwelt upon the rudimentary state of botany years ago, and of its gradual growth and development into the science it it today. Other papers heard during the day were: "The I^elations of the Botan- ical Associations of the Country," J. M. Coulter; "Suggestions for Ideological Car- tography," II. C. Cowles; "Fossil Ferns From the Laramie Group of Florence, Colorado," Arthur Ilollick; "The Genus Gymnogramma and Its Treatment by English Botanists," L. M. Underwood; tgo2. The American Florist. 877 "Studies on Reproduction of Gemmae of the Prothallus of Ferns," Mrs. E. G. Britton; "Tea Fermentation," by Dr. R. H. True, read by Dr. H. M. Richards; "Some Disorganization Products of Plant Cells," A. F. Woods; "Studies in Cyperus and Other Cyperaccae," N L. Britton; "A Disease of CatalpaSpeciosa," H. von Schrenk, and "The Geysers of the United States," by Miss V. S.White, was read, the author being unable to be present. The Botanical Club of the association met In the morning at the Botanical Hall. The following papers were read: "Notes for Class Demonstration Mate- rial," M T.Cook; "The Eastward Spread of a Fungus Grass Disease," Dr. F. L. Stevens. A new method for mounting algae was described. J. A Shafer, of Carnegie Institute, exhibited interesting specimens of plants rare in Pennsylvania. President Shearer spoke of a new fern. Bt vote of the society an annual grant of $500 has been made for the advance- ment of botanical research. OBITUARY. WM. M'EOBERTS, jr. William McRoberts, Jr. , of Govanstown, Md., lost his life on July 3 by falling into the large water tank at his place on Bellona avenue. Mr. McRoberts was a suflerer with epilepsy. While leaning over the tank be was attacked, fell into the water and was drowned. The deceased was bom in Baltimore on August 20, 1 854, but when about 9 or 10 years old moved to Louisville, Ky., where he lived until he was about 18 years old. He then moved to Indiana, where he remained for about six or eight years, after which time he returned to Baltimore county. Mr. McRoberts had a half interest in the florist business with William Breckinridge, and on the latter's death took full charge of the business. He was widely known as a skillful florist and competent landscape gardener. For many years he was a regular contributor to the American Florist. The Gardeners' Club ot Balti- more numbered him among its active workers and for several terms he was its president. His father, who came from the north of Ireland, still lives and Mrs. McRoberts, who was the widow of the late Archibald Breckinridge, survives with three children. SITUATIONS. WANTS, fOR SALE. Advertisements under this head will be inserted at the rate of ten cents a line (six words) each insertion. Cash must accompany order. Plant advs. not admitted under this head. Every paid subscriber to the American Florist for the year 1902 is entitled to a five-line want ADV. (situations only) free, to be used at any time during the year. SITUATION WANTED— IJy all-around izrower, lOjfars in one placf. Reference. \Yest pre- ferred. Wm. Kirkham. 148 Dearborn St.. Chicairo. SITUATION WANTED — By a thoroughly experienced young lady, who is a good designer, baleslady and book-keeper. Address * G L. care American Florist. SITUATION WANTED— By young man in com- mercial place, American, married, 5 years' experience. Al references. Address HrsTLER, care American Florist. SITUATION WANTED— By a young man, age 23. in a floral store; good designer and deco- rator, 6 years" e\perience. first-class references. Address Store, care American Florist. SITUATION WANTED— To learn growing' rns.->. carnations and chrysanthemums. 5 nionrhs' experience in general greenhouse work. Moderate wages to start. Address Bos 391. Des Plaines, 111. SITUATION WANTED— As assistant decorator and designer by young man 21 years of age; not afraid of work. "Seven years experience in retail stores; best references. Address K D. care American Florist. SITUATION WVNTED- A flrst-class grower of roses, ejiriuitiim.s, 'mums and general stock, wants situation as working foreman. Best of ref- erences. State wages. Address R S 100, care American Florist. W ANTED — Two good carnation growers near Chicago. Address C C, care Am. Florist. W ANTED— Good designer and decorator; must be a hustler for business Box 1315. Bufe, Mont. W W ANTED— Married man, goid gardener and greenhous- man for country place. ' Mrs, p. R. KiXG.'Delavan, Wis. ANTED — Rose grower to take charge of sec- tion; steady position to right party. J. F. Wilcox, Council Bluffs, Iowa. WANTED — Greenhouse men; steady work; will pay good wages. Wi'h or without board. Address R, care American Florist. WANTED— Good rose, carnation, 'mum and violet grower. Want hustler; good wages to right man. Simom Hujifeld. Muncie Floral Co., Muncie, Ind WANTED — Two young m^-n to work in green- houses— Roses and carnations. State wages wanted with board. Address Cole Bros., Box 577, Peoria, 111. WANTED— Rose growers and helpers; also one man that undntrstands growing chrysanthe- mums. The highest wages and steady work. Bassett & Washburn, Hinsdale. 111. WANTED—A young man with some experience in greenhouse work. Stat** wages with room and board. Must be sober, reliable and good worker. Fred. J. King, Ottawa, 111. WANTED— A good florist, in a commercial place of about 35,u0ii square feet of glass; princi- pally roses; wages $10 per week. Applv with ref- erences to C. Hansen, St. Paul, Minn. WANTED — A young man with experience, for i.^eneral greenhouse work; must be sober, reliable and a good worker. State wages wanted with room. References. Address J. A. BissiNGER, Lansing, Mich. WANTED— Assistant in rose and carnation houses, also boy to learn the business. State age and wages wanted, including board and washing. Apply to .JoBN L. Wyland. De Haven. Pa. WANTED — August 1, a young man with some experience in greenliou e work: must be Bolier, reliable and good worker. State wages wiih room aui board, and give references. Th. F. Van Der Meulen, Dunkirk, N. Y. WANTED — A young man who understands something about orchid and fern growing. State where last employed and wages wanted, with board. Address J. M. Gasser Co., Euclid Ave., Cleveland, O. WANTED— Sintrle man to take care of about 2,000 feet of i:la>s, garden, lawn, horse and do a few chores around liouse. Permanent posi- tion. Wases $30.00 per mouth and board and room. Address J. P. Esch, Huron. Ohio. WANTED~To lease, with prospect of buying, about 7,(00 feet of glass, no stock, with good cottage and some land, near or within about one hundred miles of Boston. Write, stating details, German, care Wm. J. Stewart, 79 Milk St., Boston, Mass. WANTED PARTNER— For a young man with business ability, of temperate habits and $3..=iC0 cash to pay for his share in the business, there is a fine chance to become active partner in a good paying commercial greenhouse business in Western New York. Write only if you mean business and give references to Excelsior, care American Florist. FOR SALE— Greenhouses. 4.' 00 square feet of plass, ground and dwelling;on electric car line and railroad; good retail business. Good chance for a young man. Address T, care American Florist, Chicago. FOR SALE OR LEASE— Under favorable terms, florist's business at Chester. Pa., old estab- lished place, 15,000 square feet of glass, one acre of land. Good opportunity for energetic young man. Address John J, Leitjet. Chester" Pa. FOR SALE — In Leominster, Mass., florist's business with large stock and supplies; best location in town. Owner is about removing from town and will sell out. This is your opportunity. Address A. L. AValker. Leominster. Mass." Telephone 127-13. FOR SALE— For $6.0CO. good paying 8.00ft sq. ft. greenhouses, dwelling, barn, and grounds,- in a city of Western New York, where a good. Up- to-date florist can be assured of success. Writ^ only wlien you mean business and hav-* the cash Florist, care American Florist. FOR SALE — 2,000 feet second-hand greenhouse' plass in good condition; no putty on. Price,- $3.50 per 100 feet. Also pipe, from 1-inch to4-itl«hi' not cast stuff: flttiogs and sash bars. Let me hear irom you if you i-an use any of these. " Charle;^ Helm, Stevens Point, Wis. Wanted EXPERIENCED TRAVELER to sell European Plants, Bulbs, Seeds, etc., to Wholesale Seedsmen, Florists and Nurserymen. Must be of gentlemanly appearance, healthy, sober and energetic. Steady position. State ref- erences, former occupation and salary wanted. Address confidentially, AUG. RHOTERT, 26 Barclay St.. New York. A REAL CHERRY HARD WOOD ICE BOX in goi'-d condition, size 5 feet 3 inches wide, 8 feet high, 3 feet deep. Price $50. A PINE ICE BOX 6i4 ft. high, \\V'. ft. long, 45 in. deep. Price $35. C. A. DARDS. 341 Madison Ave.. N. Y. CHy. FOR SALE. Business twelve years established; green- houses with 12,000 feet of glass, all well kept up, near R. R. station; holwater heating in best or condition. Carnatiors. callas and sroilax mostly grown. Good dwelling house. If you wish to go "into business, try to find out how cheap you can get this. Address E H, care American Florist, Chicago. SPECIAL. We have to offer to acceptable party only, a partnership in a large, old-established and grow- ing nursery business, located near New York city. About 75 acres controlled, of which about half is owned by present proprietor and free from encumbrance. Business can be DOUBLED within a short time, (proof of which can be furnished, togeiher with absolutely satisfactory evidence of what has been accomplished). A peraon of undoubted ability, either grower or salesman, especially desired. Detailed statement of past business will be pre- sented for inspection to such parties as Actually mean business. For further particulars and information address Cleary&Co. BOVeseySt.. N.Y. NewGlass FOR SALE. We have 150 boxes glass, B. D. S. 16x18, more than we shall need for our own building, which we can offer at $4.00 per Box. J. A. BUDLONG, 37-39 Randolph St. CHICA60, ILL. If you want to get the want you want to get, you want to get your want ad into the AMERICAN FLORIST Try it now. Every advertisement represents a genuine want. .^ to answer them. J* It pays «5 ss<6&&&:e&&&&:s&ee&:ee&:ei 878 The American Florist. July 12, Salt Lake City. FLORISTS ORGANIZE FOR TRADE PURPOSES — OFFICERS ELECTED. — A FLOWER SHOW FOR THE FUTURE. — MEMBERS WANTED. The Salt Lake City Florists' Club was organized on the evening of June 27, at a meeting of about twenty members of the trade at the office of the Huddart Floral Company. Officers elected were: Presi- dent, Y. V. Morris; vice-president, Christopher Henerkey; treasurer, Thos. Hobday; recording secretary, Walter King; corresponding secretary, P. T. Hnddart. Meetings will be held twice a month, on Friday evenings, the second and fourth, at the Huddart Company's office. The objects of the organization are similar to those of florists' clubs all over the United States. In the first place, fellowship and fraternal spirit are to be stimulated, resulting in closer business relations. The trade here is developing rapidly and many orders for stock are sent outside the city which could be filled at home, were home production encouraged and sustained. It is to be hoped that everyone in the craft will affiliate with the new organization. A flower show will be considered in due time. Ths Salt Lake Floral Company is doing a fine business and is now adding five houses 16rl65 to its plant. Mr. Mitchell says they will shortly open a retail store on Main street. V.V. Morris has the management of all their stores. The Huddart Floral Company is reno- vating its place, anticipating many visitors August 12 to 14, when the Grand Lodge of Elks meets here, for Mr. Huddart is an active member of Salt Lake Lodge No. 85. Thomas Hobday now has the entire management of the business of the B. C. Morris Floral Company. Trade is at a standstill at present but, taking the past season as a whole, it was a very good one. The Sugar House Floral Company Is contemplating the erection of a carna- tion house 20x100. Mr. Ulmer is the manager of a new firm which is erecting four greenhouses. J. M. Lonsdale has sold out his retail store to a Mr. Bloomsterberger. Harry Parks has sold out to F. O. Poole & Company. P. T. H. Baltimore. The recent rains have been very fine for outdoor stock and bedding plants look well. The Charles R. DiSenderfer place shows the best work m the vicinity. Charles L. Seybold sailed for Europe July 8, intending to visit Paris and his old home at Stuttgart. Trade is now rather dull. Schenectady, N. Y.— Julius W. Eger has opened a flower store at 021 State street. Qardeoers' Chronicle. A Weekly Illustrated Journal. Ebtablisbed 1841. The GARDENERS' CHRONICLE has been for OTBR Sixty Years the Leading Journal of Us class. It has achieved this position becausu, while specialty devoting itself to supplying the daily requirements of curdeners of all classes, the infor- matioD furnished is of such general and perma- nent value that the GARDENERS' CHRONICLE is looked up to as the btandaud AUXHouiTr on the subjects of which it treats. Subscription to the United States, S4 20 per year. Remittances to be made payable to H. G. COvE, Of pick: — 41 Wellington St., Covent Garden. London. England. lUcKELLAR k WINTERSONCO. Supply Everything Used by Florists, Nurserymen, Gardeners, Seedsmen Cemeteries, Parks, Etc, HEADQUARTERS on CUT-FLOWERS 45-47-49 Wabash Ave. 'Main 1129. ...C>tllC//\tjlJ Wbol^ale power/arKjfe MawAnKxiE, July 10. Eosei, Beanty, med,per doz. 1.00@ X.h") •hort ■• .50® .75 " Liberty 6.00@10.00 " Bride, Bridesmaid 4.00® 6 00 " Meteor 4.00® 6.00 " Golden Gate 4 00® 6.00 " Perle 4.00® 6,00 Oarnatlooi, ordinary 1.01 " fancy 1.5:(3i 2.00 Adiantum 75«!i 1.00 Bmilaz 18.00@20 OO Aiparagui 05.00 Oommon ferna .25 PITTBBTTB8, July 10. Boiei, Beauty, specials 20.OC@3i.00 " " extras 10.G0@ln.00 " " No. 1 4.00® 6 00 No. 2 3 00 ■• Bride, Bridesmaid 1 00® 5 00 " Meteor 50® 2 00 Harnatlons 5"® 2 no Asters l.OC® 1..5D Lriiy of tbe valley 2.00® 3.UU Harrisii lilies 10.00@15 00 Daisies 2'-# .51 Sweet Peas 20® .hO Smuaz 10.00(912.50 Adiantum 75® 1.00 A.iparaKui 33.00®40.00 OraonmATi, July 10. Boiei, Beauty 10.00@31.00 " Bride 3 00^4.00 " Bridesmaid 3.00® 4 00 " Meteor 2.00® 4.00 " Perle 2 00® 4 00 " Liberty 2 CO® 4 00 L* Frince 3.(10(»' 4.00 " Kaiserin 3.0(j® 4.00 Oarnatiuat 76® 1 .50 Lily of the valley S.OC'O 4 UO Sweet peas 2C(3/ Gbeenhouseb: Randolph Streela Morton Grove, IIL CHICAQO, ILL. The Cincinnati Cut Flower Co., --VAiro: WHOLESALE FLORISTS. ConsigDmeots Solicited. S»><»rial Attention Giv^n to Shinoine Orden. HEADQUARTERS IN MICHIGAN FOR FANCY CUT FEflNS. Michigan Gut Flower Excliange. P^iiii-'v fresh cut Ferns, $1.(X) |h-T HHU Discoviiil on lary;e orders. tJive im :i trial for Ferns ihe year arountl. 2B Miami Ave.. DETROIT, MICH. H.G.BERNING Wholesale florist t322 Pine St., ST. LOUIS, MO. Frank M. Ellis, WHOLESALE ELORIST, 1316 Pine Street, ST. LOUIS, MO. CONSIGNMENTS SOLICITED. C. A. KUEHN. Wholesale Florist, naZ PINE STREET. fci «T. LOUIS, MO. WrA. oomplete line of Wire Desifni. .Ltd WHOLESALE FLORISTS. ■ Pittsburg, Pa. Pifase mfTilion thr American Floriit when writing' .It yonr.. Business Methods «re right yoti con make a prof t on an adTcrtliement berc. igo2. The American Florist. 879 Bassett&Washburn 76 & 78 Wabash Ave., CHICAGO. molesale Dealers and Growers of GREENHOUSES: HINSDALE. ILL. Cut Flowers WIETOR BROS. Whofeiale Growers Wholesale arower otCut Flowers All telegraph and telephone orders giveo prompt attention. 5t Vafeasb Aven«e> CHICAGO. FRANK GARLAND, ot Cut Flowers SPECIAL ATTENTION "D^1T'¥*TWS1 GIVEN TO HARDY CUT ■■-' -■ar'-"^"'-^- *=» 55-57 WABASH AVENUE, Telephore Cpntral 3284 CMICA.OO. GEO. REINBER6, "SsSrt Cut Flowers Choice American Beantlea. We will take oare ot your orders at reasonable prices. Prompt attention. B1 Wabash Ave., CHICACO, ILL. PETER REINBERG, Grower and Wholesaler of Cat Flowers. 600.000 PBET OP QLA88. Haadquaners for American Beauty. 51 Wabash Ave., ■ CHICAaO, ILL JOHN MUNO, Wholesale Grower and Shipper of Room 221. 51 Wabash Ave., CHICAGO. Tblkphonk Central 3598. All telegraph am< telephone orders given prompt attention. I Holton & Hunkel Co. ' I Wholesale florists. I 457 Milwaukee St.. MILWAUKEE, WIS. ^> mm ja '%X Bronze or green, 75c per ■ ■/ml /m J^ 1000, in 2 OJ lots or over; ^."^*»'^-'^- single 100 1, $1.00. Fern, Fancy, $!.5J per inOT; Fern, Dagger, $1 50 per lOOO. LeucothcB Sprays, bronze and gre»n, assorted sizes, $1 per lOO. Green sheet moss. $2.60 per bbl. bag. L. J. KRESHOVER. 110-112 W. 27th Street, NEW YORK CITY. Telephone call. Ei97 Madison Square. HARRY A. BUNVARD. Mgr. TheHorticultural Trade Journal TIIE LARGEST, BRiGtlTEST AND BEST Horticultural Trade paper in the British Isles. It contains MORE ADVERTISEMENTS, MORE ILLUSTRATIONS and MORE NEWS than any of its contemporaries. Read by the whole of the British trade and all the best European houses avery week. Annual subscription, 75 cents. Specimpn copy post free. Published weekly. HortleiiltunI Tnd* Journal Co., Padlham, Lanoi., Eng. AlllPrirfin '^'^^vs do business, ""•vl IvQII Weekdays and everyday I 1 0 r I SlS ^''^^y^ ^^^ holidays, a J _ All over the country, 'V "V ilUO At home and abroad. Gut Flowers E. C. AMLING, PRICE LIST. ^iic Largest, Best Equipped and Most BEAUTIES Centrally Located Wholesale Cut 24-inch- stems, perdoz., $2.00 Flowcr House in Chicago. 16 '■ ■• i; 1.00 6 to 8-in, •• per 100 $4.00 5.00 All 1~ I .^-^ ^ ^ i .rf-fc. .d^ ^^ S-.v.v.::v.:::::-.::;;:1.rtS All T lOWCfS Meteors 2-tiO 4.00 Gates 2.00 4.00 _ ^-y Carnations 1.00 1.60 ■ ^^ ^^ ^.^ -.^ ^.^ ^.^ ^^^ Call»s perdoz.. l.Oa 1.25 M g^ ^^ £^ ^ C fll ll Auratums, perdoz., 1.25 150 111 4 ■%.<■■ v^%# 11* Sweet Peas:. 85 .40 ■■■ V-T 'V>» *,« V-T '^^ ■ ■ • Valley, select 4 00 5.00 _^^_^^^^^^^^_^^__,_^_^^„„.^_« Mirguerites 43 .60 m^^^^^^^^^^^m^^^— - Asparagus plumosus, per stg, .50 " Sprengeri 2.00 4.00 During July and August, we close at 5 p. m. Galax " 1.25: .15 Ferns per lOCO, $1.00, .Li Long distance Phones 1977 and 1999 Central. Adiantum 50 .75 Prices subject to change without notice di'OD nSnUOipil oTi UnluAoUi ILLi J.H.BUDL0NG Street, CHICAGO. CUT FLOWERS 37-39 Randolph Street, CHICAGO. Boses and CarnatitMos A Specialty..... WHOLESALE 6R0WER of Wbol^^ale power/\arK?fe CmoAso, July 11. Boiei, Beauty, 24-mch items " 20 " 15 " 12 " 6to8 " "per 100 4. " Bride, Bridesmaid 2 " Meteor 2 Perle 2 GoldenQate 2 Carnations 1 Lily of the valley 4 Harrisii 6 Auratums, perdoz., l.or@l 50 Cattkyas perdoz. 6.00 Swe^-t peas Asparagui, per string, .50 Adiantum.. Common lerns, per ICOD, 1.0C@1.50 ualax leaves, per 1000 »1.25 Smilax per dozen l.E5a) 1.50 2.00 1.50 1.00 .75 00@ 5.00 .00@ 4.00 .00® 4.00 00@ 4.00 00@ 4 00 ,(0@ 2 00 .00® 5.00 00@10.00 .25® .40 .60® .75 .16® .20 .15 Benthey&Co. F. F. BENTHEY, Manager, Vlfholesale Commission Florists 31-35 Randolph St, CHICAGO. I^^Consifinments solicited Extra Fine VALLEY During the summer, $1.03 to J5.00 per 103. H. IV. BRXJIVJS, 1409-1411 W. IVadlson St., CHICAGO. jJ.BeDET^MUD, WHOLESALE 1 Cut Flowers, \ \ 51 WABASH AVENUE | 2 'Phone Central 3165. CHICAGO. I RICE BROTHERS WHOLESALE FLORISTS and FLORAL SUPPLIES. Receivers and Shippers of Fresh Cut flowers. Special attention to shipping orders. A com- plete line of Florists' needs. Send for price list Prompt returns on all consignments. 128 N. Sixth St. MINNEAPOLIS, MINN. /'Uase mention the A m/'f tea f tu iiHcn wrxttTtg Chicago Carnation Co., Met, Illinois A. L. Randall, WHOLESALE riORIST. 4 Washington Straet, CHICAGO. Send for weekly price list and special quotations on 1000 lots^ D^^^S^D^ISCH CHICAQO'S RELIABLE Wholesale Growers and Shipper* •! OUT FLOWERS. 59 Wabash Ave., Chlcagt. BEND FOB WEBKIjT FBICB LIST. WHOLESALE FLjORISTS Please meni:on the American Florist when mrilinz- r«5eise;e;e»eisi2tegS 3.00 " extra 4.00® 8 00 Sweet peas IS® .40 Carnations 5C@ .75 Lily of the valley 2. Of® 3.00 Lilies 3.00® B.OO Adiantum 76® 1.00 Asparagus 50.00 Smilai 10.00@12.00 Philadelphia, July 9. Boiei, Tea 4.00® 6.00 " " extra 7.00® 8.00 " Beauty, extra 20.0O@25.00 " " firsts 10.00®15.00 Queen of Edgely, extra 20.0(w26 00 " '■ " firsts ... 10 OCtolS.OO Carnations 1.00® 3.00 Lily of the valley 3.00® 4.00 Asparagus 26.00@6O.00 Bmilax 12.60@15.00 BniTALO, July 10. Roses, Beauty 6 00@3S.O0 " Brde, Bridesmaid, Meteor 4.00® 8.0O Carnations 1 00® 2 00 Sweet peas 25('^'. .50 Lily of the valley 3.UU® 4.00 Smilax 15.00@20.00 Adiantum 1.00® 1.60 TME NEW YORK GUT FLOWER GO. 65 and 57 W««t 26ih St., WHOLESALE FLORISTS, Daily Reports. Weekly Payments. ^I'^^S^Ii^on S,. J. A. MILLANG, 2034 Madison Sq. V anarvb GEORGE SALTFORD, Wholesale Commission Florist, 46 West 29ih Street, NEW YORK. Fair dealing and prompt returns guaranteed. Correspondence solicited. ROVATZOS & MOLTZ Buy and Soil.... FLOWERS °»r.r^ar Headquarters. 56 West 26th Straat, Opposite Cut Flower Exchange, NEW YORK CITY. ^VRITE, Telegraph OR Telephone, Give Us a Trial. We Can Please You Roses, Carnations and all kinds of Seasonable Flowers In stock. Ill II C iriCTIIIR Wholesale Com- Tinii Is IVn«lll1ll| mission Florist, 481 Washington St.. Buffalo. N. Y. Dealer in Florists' Supplies iind Wire Designs. Open Day and Night. HARDY GUT FANCY AND DAGGER Ferns $1.00 per 1000, bt^st quality; discount* on larger orders. Calax Craon and Bronze, $i.Ou yy'T luo ; h.UOU lo lu()Oi» lots. 7ftn per 1000. Laurel Festoontnoi 4<*. &o uiiu (ic per >uro. Also every- thing in the evergreen line, from u blade of grass to a 60 ft. tree. All ordertt by mall, telephone or telegraph proniplly Httended tu. HENRY M. ROBINSON &. CO. I,. 1). Tel. 2618 Main. 32-34-36 Court Sq., BOSTON. Cafaloeue Illustrations. We tell Electroi of the fine Ulaitra- tioni niedlnthe Ambricar Plokmt at IS eta. per iqnare Inch. Send lilt of jonr needi to THE AMERICAN FLORIST CO. Valley and Beauties LEO. NIESSEN Of Extra Fine Quality. WILL BE OPEN FROM 7:00 A. M. TO 6:00 P. Wl. AFTER JULY 1. la. igo2. The American Florist. 881 FOR SEASONABLE FLOWERS SISKD TO JOHN I. RAYNOR, 49 W. 28th St , NEW YORK. WHOLESALE COMMIS- SION FIiORIST. Telephone 1998 Madison Square YOUNG & NUGENT Tel. 2085 Madison Sq. NEW YORK. 42 West 28th St. Are supplying the most superb stock of SUMMER FLOWERSever offered to New York buyers. Meteor, Liberty, Beauty, Bride and Maid Roses. Splendid Cattleyas Gigas and Mendellii. SEND FOR QUOTATIONS. Walter F. Sheridan, Wholesale Florist, Telephone SOS Kadlaon Sqiute. 39 West 28th St., NEW YORK. Telephone Nos. 2239 and 2034 Madison Square. MOORE, HENTZ & NASH Wholesale Commission Florists, 65 and 57 West 26th St., NEW YORK CITY. Adjoining New York Cut Flower Co. salesroom. Finest Sfnesroom in the Trade. Inspection Invited. All business, selling or shipping, strictly commiBsion. uiuni ccRi r WILLIAM GHORMLEY,p„|.m««,»» WHIJI rA|ll P RECEIVE AND SHIPPER OF FRESH CtT FLOWERS. DAILY STOCK Of ALL IjlJllllll I UU I Ull ■■"""'■"■•"" THr runirrcT viBiFTir« renu RF tcan Florist when u/rilint. I go 2. The American Florist. 883 VALGHSN'S "INTERNATIONAL" Received the only reward for Mixed Pansies at the World's Fair. It is to-day bettT and more compleie than ever. It contains the cream of the stock of 10 Pansy special- ists. There is no better mixture in existence, as all the llorists who saw or used it can tell you. Price per oz., $10.00; H oz., $5.00; 's o?,., $1.50; trade pkt., 50o. VAUGHAN'S "GIANT MIXTURE." This ra'xtiire is specially made by us from all the separate colors of Giant Trimar- deau the Giaot Bugnot and Gassier and several special strains whioh cannot be had any other way. If your trade demands large llowers tbeie is no better mixture. Price, per >i lb., $14^00; oz., J4; % oz., 60o; trade pkt., 250. VAUGHAN'S "PREMIUM" MIXTURE. Embraces all the varieties of the Fancy German Sorts. We have sold this mixture tor the past sixteen vears and it has given general satisfaction. Per pkt., 35o; ;« oz., 80o; Hoz.,l3.t0; oz.,J5,&0. IMPROVED GERMAN MIXTURE. This is a mixture of Ihre^ strains from different German growers, and is made up mostly of separtite colors, with a sufficiently large percentage of white and yellow. Per large pkt., 25c; 'a o/,., 40c:; H oz., 60o; oz., *2.00. MASTERPIECE— NEW GIANT CURLED. This strain comes nearer to "Double Pansies" than anything ever introduced under that name. In reality the number of petals is the same as that in other Pa sy flowers, but they are crimped and curled in such a fashion that the fl wers appear dou- ble. The flowers are of enormous size, often three inches across, and the color varia- tious and cumbinations are odd and striking. Pkt. 50ci % oz. $1.C0. "Vaughan's Internafional" Primrose Mixture. Unquestionably the best mixture of Chinese Primroses. It contains the largest variety of the best selling colors Flowers large, beautifully fringed, borne in large clusters well above the rich green le»ve«. P t (?51 seeds) 50o; 5 pkts. (I3i0 seeds) JJ.OO. CHINESE PRIMULA, uhiswick Red; Alba MagniBca, white; Blue, Pink, Striped. Each, per pkt. of 230 seeds rOo; 1000 seeds. $1.75 DOUBLE CHINESE PRIMULA, white, pink, red or mixed, per pkt. 50c. VAUGHAN'S SEED STORE Our PaniiH, Cannat and Roias nceivad gold madalt at tha Omaha Expodtlon In 1898 and tha Pan-Anieri>>isE>.^aro^ F. B. VANDEGRIFT & COo, Publishers of Vandegrlft's United States Tariff. Customs Brokers and Forwarders. Foreign Eiipress, Export and Insurance Brokers. MFU/ Vnni^ Office, 66 Beaver Street I A. B. C. ULTT lUHH Telephone, a.8 Broad. | Cable Addi A. B. C. Code Used ress, Vangrift. CHICAGO Office. 315 Dearborn SL PhoDH lliirnson 840. P. LOEF AZ. & CO., BOSKOOP, HOLLAND, Growers of HARDY AND ORNAMENTAL NURSERY STOCK i a htrgt- quftntiiics New York Address cure p. J. VAN HEININGEN, 136 Water Street. ^^'"Send for our wholesak/ pries list.- Nurseries, F. BRUNTON Manaser. LAUREL HILL Importers and prnwers of Choloo Hardy Per nials. Native Trees, Shrubs, Specimen Ever- greens, w- u'rnvv |}ir»:eiiu>int tics ui Iris, Paeon- las, TH to mas, Phlox, Delphiniums; siock in pt>r- fectiy hardy, true to niim«. Send for Special Catalogue of N-'w Hirdv Alpin Iris, now in tbe press. STOCKBRIDCE, MASS., U. S. A. B.W. DIRKEN, Oudanboseh, Holland. ORNAMENTAL AND FOREST TREES A SPECIALTY. Conifen, Evererecns, Hollies, Etc •*< J* jl Prices on Application. Park Architects and Dealers will find whatever they want in tbe Holland Nurseries, DeBilt near Utrecht SPECIALTIES ARE: Conifers. Evergreem, Hardy Shrubs, Lilacs. Ornamental Trees, Fruit Trees in different forms, Azaleas, Rhododendron Ponticum and Hybriduin. Please send list of your wants and write for general catalogue. We will make you special offers. Write to GROENEWEGEN A ZOOM, De Itllt, near Utrecht, Holland. ^b^MRNATllS Orders i»)(itk sgl.. home grown. $5 a 1000. Clematis, large llowering.$2.50perdoz.; $16perl00. F. A. BALLtR, Bloominston, III. 886 The American Florist. July 12, Our pasTiMEs. Announcements ol coming contests or other •vents of Interest to our bowling, shooting and oyoiin^ readers are solicited and will be given place in this column. Address all correspondence for this department to Wm. J. Stewart, 79 Milk St., Boston, Mass.; Robt. Kift, 1725 Chestnut St., Philadelphia, Pa.; or to the American Florist Co., 324 Dearborn St., Ohioago, 111. At PhUadelphia. The alleys used July 10 were more like the Florists' and the scores were better. The point winners were Anderson, Moss, Craig, Kilt, Robertson, Harris and Westcott. Player 1st 2d 3d T'l Moss 161 176 165 602 Watson 129 116 110 35S Anderson 155 201 154 510 Weslcott 14i 1S4 149 448 Adelbergcr 145 155 147 417 Harris.. 141 16i 168 471 Dunlap 148 141 113 381 Robertson. 138 146 19) 474 Connor 129 138 168 435 Gibson 133 119 181 436 Kift 141 188 167 496 Pontes nt 138 167 439 Craig 184 18 169 5(1 Habermehl 167 143 124 435 This leaves theconventionteam: Moss, Robertson, Starkey, Kift and Anderson, with Craig and Watson tied for the remaining place. K. Outing of the New York Club. Monday, July 7, wai a red-letter day in the social history of the New York Florists' Club and the energetic commit- tee which, under the lead of H. A. Bun- yard, has been laboring industriously for many weeks to make a success of the club's annual outing, has now the grati- fication of looking back upon one of the most enj )yable picnics ever held by a florists' organization. The weather was perfect for a ride on the water and every detail of the event was carried out in good shape. Two hundred and thirty- five, not influding the smaller children, was the attendance, there being full as many ladies as gentlemen. Plenty of good music was furnished on the boat by a band and a bunch of "coons" with mandolins and melodious voices. The usual sea appetites were not lacking and the first 500 sandwiches had dis- appeared an hour after the boat had left the dock. Dinner was served in the pavilion at Wilzel's Point grove. Then the various sporting events, for which a tempting array of prizes had been pro- vided, were id order, and there was no end of fun for the spectators. The prizes, consistins; of cigars, canes, watches, fans, bicycle sundries and so forth, donated by Messrs. Sheridan, Wallace, Weathered, Bunyard, Traendly, Elliott, ScoUay and Clucas & Boddington, were spread out in tempting array on a table where all could admire them. The baseball match between the mar- ried aad bingle men developed some won- derful performers. The married nine lined up as follows: Mellis, 2db; Scollay, c; Wheeler, p; Phillips. 3db; L. Schmntz, Jr., If; Rose, cf; Langjahr, as; Burns, rf; Hildebrandt, l»tb. The sinele men were Brant, Istb; Guttman, c; O'Mara, r(; A. Schmutz, p; J. Manda, Bs; Kessler, 3db; Roth, 11; Fennich, 2db; Haydie, cf, with Scollay for coach. Morse, umpire. The single men won out by a score of 18 to 15 but the wivea of some of them will be surprised to learn of their being "single." The married men never knocked the ball outside the diamond, yet the prize for the only home run made in the game went to one of their number, Mr. Wheeler, who didn't care what became of the bo.v of cigara but did want the "glory." Prizes (or the most "base" hits went to Messrs. Traendley, Manda and Mellis. Twenty-four ladies competed In the married vs. single ladies' bowling match, Mrs. Cook winning in the former and Miss Demusy in the latter. The three- legged race made the usual amount of sport, the winners being Masters Thiel- mann and Vonderschmidt. In the girls' race Miss Elizabeth Nugent and Lizzie Butterfield proved the fleetest and in the fat men's handicap the sprinters came in in the folio wing order: Traendly, Nugent and "somebody's uncle" but it was generally admitted that Nugent made the most graceful performance. In the fat men's bicycle race Messrs. Traendly and Bun- yard furnished the entertainment, the former coming in at a good pace, the latter performing a number of somer- saults and other feats not provided for in the schedule. Masters Donaldson and Duncan were the winners in the boys' bicycle race. A game of quoits between Messrs. Herrington and Duckham, rep- resenting Madison, and Messrs. O'Mara and Manda, representing New York, was won by the former with a score of 21 to 11. The prize to which they were enti- tled, "nine-tenths of the gate receipts," has been chalked down to their credit — on the ice. On the return trip to the city, on the steamer, the prizes were presented to the winners by Mr. O'Marain his customary happy manner. A group photograph of the party was taken and if it is not a good one it is not the fault of Mr. Phil- lips, who bossed the job. Denver. ALL THE CRAFTSMEN PICNIC ON THE FOURTH. — FLORAL CLUB HAS AN OUTING AND PARK FLORAL COMPANY ENTERTAINS ITS EMPLOYES AND THEIR FAMILIES. Fourth of July was a day of recreation for the Denver florists, some going to the Denver Floral Club's picnic and sixty- five employes and their families attended the Park Floral Company's picnic at Deansbury. After the sports the party sat down to a good and welcome spread, served at the hotel. After dinner toasts were in order, Mr. Valentine acting as toastmaster. John Berry responded to the toast "Our Lady Customers" but lohn did not say all he thought. Philip Scott responded to the toast "Holiday Made." B. J. Reynolds was called upon to give a few words on "Our Traveling Salesman" and Will Crowe spoke for "Our Visitors." His apeecb, though short, was very neat and he was greeted with great applause. To Warren Smith was assigned the toast "The Dreams of a Night Fireman," and in Mr. Smith's dream all came in for a good-natured roast. Mrs. Philip Scott was asked to relate a few of the "Troubles of a Florist's Wife," but aa "she didnotwant tosqueal on her husband she could not say any- thing." J. A. Valentine was called upon for a few remarks and, with a bundle of wit thown in, directed his remarka to those who had responded. In the games Phil Scott won the 50-yards race from scratch, and Frank Otto the boys' handi- cap from one yard. C. H. Garwood won the running broad jump and Roy Jack- son the hop, step and jump. Roy Jack- son and E. McDaniels won the three- legged race. Miss Evans won the ladies' race of thirty-five yarda and Miss Evarts captured the peanut race. About 200 people attended the Floral Club's picnic, which was held in Arling- ton Grove. As with the other picnic the day was given over to sports and a merry time was had. A few good old Scotsmen being present, quoits were played and the true Scots came out ahead, for they say that Mr. Graham is the champion and willing to detend his title. \t any rate the club now owns the quoits and as Mr. Graham says he will lay out the grounds, matches will be frequent. B. #. * ♦ Fort Dodge, Ia. — P. L. Larson is enlarging his range by the addition of three houses 22 x7i, using double strength "A" glass, 16x18. He is also putting in a new fifty horse power tubular boiler. ASHEVILLE, NORTH CAROLINA. 'The Land of the Sky.' The eighteenth annual meeting American Florists will be held at Ashe- ville, August I9,h to 22d, 1902. Low rates have been made via Queen & Crescent Route and South- ern Railway. Special train, composed of Pullman sleepers, will leave Cin- cinnati, Monday, Augu>>t I8th, 2:00 p. m., via Queen & Crescent Route, and run through to Abbeville via Southern Railway, arriving at Ashe- vil'.e next morning 7:00 o'clock. Members will meet at Cincinnati and all go through together from there. For sleeping car reservations and full particulars regarding rates, write J. S. McCULLOUGH, W. A. BECKLER, N. W P. A., Southern Ry. N. P. A.. Queen A Crest- nt Koute. 225 uEARBORN ST. Ii3 ADAMS ST. CHICAGO. ILL. Society of American Florists National Convention, AUGUST 19th to 22nd, 1902, ASHEVILLE, NORTH CAROLINA. For this convention the "Bti; Four Route" (C. C. C. A St, L. Ry.) will eeU tickets AuRUst 16, 17 and 18, nood for return lea»- infi; Ashuville not luter than Auf^ust 26, at reduced rates from all "Hlg Four" statioms. Florists' Special train will loave ChioaK* H:30 V. M. Sunday, August 17tb, runnlnfc ria "Iii(C Four" to Cincinnati, thencp via tke Queen ^'t Crescent and Southern Railways. Monday forenoon will be spent in Clacin- natl, sightseeing, etc., leavinc there at 3 r. M. on thti Florists' Special. Every fl*risl should make u hi^ effort to attend this oob- vention, the first to be held In the beantir«l Southland. For berths in sleepers from Chicago or Cincinnati, and further inforniation call on, or address K. F. Wintkusmn, I'resideiit Chicago Florists' Club. 45 Wabash Avenue, or .1. C. Tu< KKK, GcD'l Nor. Agt. "Big Four", 231 S. Clark Street, Chicago. igo2. The American Florist. 887 GHRYSflNTHEMUMS. Nice young stock from 3-inch pots, $2.50 PER 100. Mrs. H. J Jones, Midge, Alice Byron, Glory of Pacific, Mrs. H. Robinson, Maud Dean, Yellow Jones, Pres. Smith, Viviand-iVlorel, Ivory, Col. D. Appleton, Yel. Fitzwygram, Xeno, Modesto, Lavender Queen, Nagoya, Marlon Henderson, Yanariva, Qeo. S. Kalb, Mrs. E. D. Smith, Mrs. S. T. Murdock. NATHAN SMITH & SON, Adrian. Mich. SURPLUS STOCK OF Forcing Roses A No. I Plants in 2 1-2-Inch Pols. BRIDES, $2.50 per JOO. MAIDS, $2 50 per JOO. KASE'er 100. A lull line of the best bedding GERANIUMS for stocking up, 2-inoh, $3; 3-inoh, $5 per loO. SMILAX, Vinca Var., Campbell Violets, Lobelia, Ooleus, Alternanthera, Ageratum, Scar- let Sage, Lemon Verbena, Qiant Alyssum, 2-inch, $2; 3-inch, $4 per lOD. Let me price your wants. Cash or C. O. D. GEO. M. EMMANS, NEWTON, N. J. ^tfia^f mention the A merican Florist when 7ttntinz. ASPARAGUS PLUMOSUS 3-inch strong, $5.00 per 100. SMILAX, 2-inch, strong, $1.50 per 100. :B0JVBJ AdB^^Ev. Best in the market tor Florists' use, $3.50 per 200 lb. bag. ALBERT M. HERR. Lancaster. Pa. SHIIIijSlX 2-inch, $1.00 per 100. T>OGST*S Brides and Maids, 2-inch, $3.0D JllVOXlO per 100; $18.00 per lOOD. McAllister & company, Batavia III. Please mention the A merican Florist when writing. KEN N icon BROS. CO. Wholesale Commission Florists S'" Florists' Supplies. and Dealers All Kinds 42 and 44 East Randolph 5t., Chicago. ■V strong healthy plants from ■ 1 /Vf>/V^ 3-inch pots, $5 per 100: La 1# 1 1 V V V France. Golden Gate, Bride ■% 1 1 ^B I ^ '■^'"'^ Maid. American B»au- m^\W SJ\J \J ty, $7 per lOO. Smilnx, 3-in. pots, $3 per 100. Oriental Pepper, 3-inch pots, $3 per 100. Rubber Plants, 18 to 24 inches, $^.00 a dozen; 24 to SO inches, $7.00; 30 to 36 inches, $9 per doz. JOSEPH HEim, Jacksmivilla. Ill, 100,000 SMILAX. strong plants from VA-\rx, pots, ready for planting, $1.25 per 100; $10.10 per 10 0; $4500 per 5000. The W. T Buckley Plant Co., Springfield, III. BEGONIA GlOIREDE LORRAINE, Begonia Liglit Pinl( Lorraine, For June and Later Delivery, $15.00 per ICO; $140.00 per 1000. Edwin Lonsdale, ^rsruYmrrp'a. BEGONIfl GLOIRE DE LORRAINE, 2X-lncli pots, $15.00 per 100. Write tor prices on large lots. Stock guaranteed absolutely tree from disease, THOMAS ROUND, Nahant. Mass. ALL Nurserymen, Seedsmen and Florists wishing to do business with Europe should send for the "Horticultural Advertiser." This is the British Trade Paper, being read weekly by all the Horticultural traders; it is also taken by over 1000 of the best continental houses. Annual subscription to cover cost of postage 75c. Money orders payable at Lowdham, Notts. Address EDITORS OF THE "H. A." Chilwell Nurseries. LOWDHAM. Notts. England. GARDENING THE GARDENING CO. This is the paper to recommend to your customers, the leading horticultural journal in America for amateurs $2.00 Per Year. Sample Copies Free. Liberal terms to florists who take subscriptions. MoNON Building, Chicago, III., U.S.A. ONION SETS-NO MORE OF THEM. Sow my Hardy Wliite Onion. SEND FOB CIRCULAR. BEAULIEU, the Pansy Man. WOODHAVEN, N. Y. List of ROSES NOW READY TO CLOSE OUT. Louk it over and write us your wants. MKTEORS. 650 .'-inch; 300 2y.inch. BRIDES, 2,4 iO 2-inch; 1.700 214-inch. MAIDS, 1,0 0 2-inoh; 1,000 2H-inch. KAISKRINS, 150 2-inch. PERLES, 800 214- inch. AMERICA.N BblADTIES, l,30D2-in.; l,7C02^-in. LIBERTY, 1,4110 2-inch. GOLDKN GATE, 575 2-inch; 755 2H-inoh. LA FRANC R,40u 2-inoh. BRLLESIEBRECHT, 175 3-inch; 550 2i4-inoh. SOUPERT, 50 2>4-inch. CEO. A. KUHL, PEKtN, ILL. FANCY and DAGGER FERNS 75 CENTS PER 1000. BR0»IZE OR GREEN GALAX fio^o""" I AIIRFI FESTOONING, just the thing for LH Uil^ L summer aecorations, only 4. 5 and 6cpfryd. Discount on feme and laurel ln]arge quantities. Millington, Masa. Tel. office, New Salem. Please mention the American Florist when writing. SPECIALTIES ROSES, from 3-inoh pots. . R— -• CARNATIONS, tor aU delivery, In DCSI CHRYSANTHEMUMS, Va..8«.#S»c SMILAX. VIOLETS. varieiies Prices Low. Send tor List, WOOD BROTHERS, Fishkill, N. Y. Please mention the American Florist when writing. ELECTROS... ^ For Catalogue Purposes. WE have a large assortment ot strictly high-class halftones of which we can supply electros suitable tor catalogue illustration. If you need anything in this way, state your re- quirements and we will submit proofs of the illustrations in stock Price lor cash only 15 cents per square Inch. ♦ THE AMERICAN FLORIST CO., ^ 324 Dearborn St., CHICAGO. 888 The American Florist. filly 12, Pittsburg. BIG GROWERS MAKING MANY PREPARA- TIONS FOR ANOTHBR PROSPEROUS SEA- SON.— CARNATIONS ON THE BENCHES IN UNGLA2ED HOUSES. — TRADE NARROWED DOWN TO FUNERAL WORK. — VARIOUS NOTES OF VARYING INTEREST. The Pittsburg Rose and Carnation Company is constnicting one rose and tour carnation houses. The carnation houses are without partition walls. The rose house will measure 50x450 teet and the carnation houses will be 50x350 feet. Iron Irames and iron gutters will be used. Iron gutters are a novelty in this section, as only houses of very recent construction are equipped with them. In the four carnation houses the stock is on the benches, and all that is necessary to complete them is the glazing. In addition to the above a new 200 horsepower boiler is being placed and a new ice house erected. The room for storing the daily cut is 20x30 feet. The activity displayed in construe lion and improvement of the plant seems to indicate the company's confidence in another good season. Business is at a standstill and the occasional funeral order is the only thing that breaks the monotony. The stock on the flower market is weak and sickly looking, but the weather conditions are sufficient excuse for the condition. The continuous fall of rain has ceased, and now the heat is intense. Kaiserins, Liberty and some fair Bridesmaids are to be had. American Beauties are scarce. Carnations are better than they usually are at this season, although they are becoming poorer each day. Gladioli, asters, sweet peas and lily of the valley are good and plentiful. C. W. Ward, of Queens, N. Y., sent 1,000 Roosevelt carnations, at his own expense, to be placed on the speakers, stand, on July 4. when the president was the guest of the city of Pittsburg. When the president finished his speech and departed from the stand a rush was made for the carnations as souvenirs of the occasion. Randolph & McClements had charge of the table and general decorations at the dinner given by Attorney General Knox to the president on the same day. Wm. Clark, of the Pittsburg Cut Flower Company, is taking his summer rest, at his summer home at Sheridan, Pa. E. L. M. VioletPlants WELL ESTABLISHED Per 100 ICOO IMPERIAL 2X-inch |2.75 |25.00 MARie LOUISE " 2.75 25 00 FARQUHAR " 2 75 25.00 SWANLEY WHITE " 2.75 25.00 CAMPBELL " 2.50 22.50 GRAND RAPIDS VIOLET CO. GRAND RAPIDS, MICHIGAN. Please mention the Amciican Florist -.ilien writing. Imperial Violets. Fine, strong plants, from 2-inch rose pots, $2.50 per 100; $22.50 per ICOO. CENTRAL MICHIQAN NURSERY, KALAMAZOO, MICH. Please mention the Ame>iean l-'lorisl :i'lien writing. llfkMp Ml MUTC Ono venr old Hrlcles and itU^t r LHn I w muMb, wood wfII ripcD- ed, '-'il. l)«'k tind in line cnudition for pliuitint'. SWORD FERNS, ASPARAGUS SPRENCERI. J. H. BORNHOEFT, TIPTON. IND. k^^^^^^^^^^^k^l^^^^i^^^^^M Cannas, Roses, Palms, Etc. CANNAS. strong, 3- in. pot plants, un- less noted at $1 CO per 100, Florence Vaughan, Italia, Queen Charlotte, Pres. Cleveland, J. D. Cabos, Sophia Buchntr, Eeandale, Burbank, Duke of Marlborough, Alsace, Robert Christie. Martha Washington, at 16.00 per 100. QA^PA A general assortment of Ever- IfUwCwi blooming varieties, strong, 2-inch and 2!4-inch pots, $2.50 per 100; $20 00 per 1000. |tr|«>|||||U» S. A. Nutt. Mme. Bar- UCIIHIIIUIllai ney, Richelieu, La Favorite, John Doyle, Mme. Charles Molin and Beaute Poitevine, $30.00 per lOOD. Per 100 Marquis de Castellane $6.00 Set of 4 New liruants for 60c. Set of 8 New Doubles for $1.60. In good assi rtraent. our choice of vari- eties, $27,60 per 1000. Per 100 PRIMULA FORBESI $3.00 HELIOTROPES aOO SELAGINELLA Emmeliana 2.00 FUCHSIAS, in Rood assortment of varie- ties, 2H-in. pots 2.50 BEGONIAS- Vernon and Vulcan 2.50 LANTANAS in variety 2 50 Areca LutesceDS, 2^-in. pots, »3aOO per IfOO 4.00 Areca Lutescens, 3-in. pota 8.00 Areca Lutescens, 4-iii. pota., 3 plants in a pot 20.00 Kentia Belmoreana, 2^-1d. pota 7 00 Kentia Belmoreana. 3 in. pots 15 00 Latania Borbonica, 2Vi-in- P^^ts 3.00 Latania Borbouica, 3-in. pot, $10 per 1000 5 00 Pandanus Utilia, 2^-in. pots 5.00 Pandanua UtUis, 4 in pots 15.00 Pandanus VeLtchli,4-in. pots, S6.00 per doz. IMStorrs& Harrison Co. PAINESVILLE, OHIO. r^^^^^^^^^t^M^^ 2000 NICE BEAUTY PLANTS, ^'":Xt;"^'^ Also about 1000 METEORS, 3-inch pots, cheap. JOHN BURTON, Chestnut Hill Fhila. CARNATION Plants. If you want some first-class deld-grown plants, send for quotations to Micliael Winandy, Corner Devon Ave. and N. Robey Si., CHICAGO. Bride and Bridesmaid 3-inoh pot plants, $4 00 per 100; $35.00 per 1000. REINBERG&WEILAND NEW CASTLE. IND. FIELD-QROWN Carnation Plants of the following varieties: ETHEL CROCKER, G. H. CR\NR, FLORA HILL, FRANCES .lOOST. Send for samples amd prices; ready for planting. JOHN WOLF, Savannah, Ga. American Beauty Plants. 3-in.. *7.00 per lOO; 2il size, $■) per lOO. mil I^A from 2'i-inch pots Imperial, WIAIfllft Swunloy White imd Marie Louise, ■ IWIW1« j,;5 I.erlOO: $» per ICOO. ' < umpbell, $2.60 per ICO, $22 50 per lOtO, Lady Crabb & Hunter, Grand Rapids. Micli. SEEDLING FERNS p^a n ts' ?n^°r ODVi'.liiurii Jiiponiciim. Ptoris Tremula and PtiTia Adiantoides, at $1.(0 per 103 POSTPAID; $9.0 • prr 1000 POSTPAID. We can safely deliver thtnii anywht-re Id U. S. Cash with ordtT. Seiul for liirk<- ctitHlo^ue of Palms, Farns, Decorative, Frult-Bearlng and Economic Plants and Trees from till over the Tropics. ROYAL-PALM NURSERIES, Oneco, Florlila. Extra Value in ROSES Excellent well-grown stock, in the most perfect condition to "Unt n-nv: Per 100 Per 1000 AMERICAN BEAUTIES, 3-inch, special price to close out $5.00 t'ERLES, very line, 3-inch 5 00 $i50.0O GOLDEN GATES 3-in., extra stroig 5.00 5.00 METEiiRS, Sinch, larte 4.00 fS.OO BRIDES, 3 ioch 5 00 45 00 2Hs3-iDch 3.C0 25 00 MAIDS, 3-io 6.00 45.00 2i4j3-in 300 25.00 This stock will satisfy the most critical buyers. W. H. 6ULLETT & SONS, LINCOLN, ILL. Roses STRO/VG AND HEALTHY. Per 100 150 IVORY, 3^i-inih pots $10.00 3O0 METEOR. 3i.a-inoh pots 6.(CV ICO HOSTE. 315-inch pots 6. CO 160 GOLDEN GATE, 3Vi-inch pots.... fl.OO 800 SMILAX, £'.;-inch pots 1.60 1200 GERANIUMS, 3i..,-ii:ch pots 5.0O P. R. QUINLSN 8t CO., SYRACUSE. N. Y. CYCLAMEN Persicum Splendens Giganteum. Finest strain in the world, in four true colors, well-crown plants, from 214-im-,h pots. ft4.(0 per 100; 136.00 per 1000. Kxtra ae wlt'd, $5.(0 per ICO; 84aOO i>er 1000. Satisfuolion ^uuranteed. PAUL MADER, East Stroudsburg. Pa. S. S. SKIDELSKY, 708 N. I6th Street, PHILADELPHIA, PA. CORRESPONDENCE SOLICITED. igo2. The American Florisi. 889 dirysanthemum... TIMOTHY EATON, well-rooted cuttings, S3. 25 per IDO. Sample 2: lor 50 cts., express prepaid: Plants, $3.U0 per 100, express not prepaid. All healthy and strong. Aster Plants. (Jueen of the Market, white, red, pink and mi^ed. Florists' Upright Branching, outer petals re- curved, center petals incurved, superb cut flower, fjure white, daybreak pink, fiery scarlet and avender. Late Branching or Semple's, white, rose pink, lavender, red and mixed. All the above are the best money makers for florists, strong healthy plants, assorted to suit, EOo per 100 ^.00 per 1000. Express prepaid for cash with order. DCS MOINES PLANT CO., 38th St., Des Moines, Iowa. 'MUMS We have a large stock of fine plants _ _ _ _ _ _ from '2^-iuch pots, ready to ship on short nctice. Our belection of standard vatieiies, SiO.OO per ICCO; Jia.lO per 530. Write for prices on large orders Following is a partial list. Send for complete list. T.Eaton $4.P0 Nellie Pockett 8.no Lady Roherts 8.C0 Mrs E. L). Smith... 610 Golden Beauty 8.00 Mrs. Chamberlain . 8.u0 Mme. F. Bergmanu 3 00 Willowhrook 3.C0 Merry Monarch.... 3 00 Polly Rose 3.U0 G. S Kalb 3.00 Ivory 3.00 Mrs. J Jones 3.00 R. Halliday 14.00 Major Bonnaff on... 3.00 Philadelphia 5.O0 Modesto 3,00 Nagoya 3(0 M. de Montmort.... 3.tO Glory of the Pacific 3.00 Ladv Harriett 6.11O Maud Dean 4.00 Xeno 3.00 Geo. W. Childs 4.00 Intensity 4.00 H. A. Parr 3.0O H. WEBER & SONS, Oakland, Md. Mums standard Varieties Whitb Yellow Pink Fitzwygram Maj Bonnaffon Glory of Pacific White Ivory Rieman Pink Ivory Mayflower Yellow Mayflower Viviand-Morel Mrs. Jerome Jones— rooted cuttings, $1.50 per 100. Prom 2^-inch pots, $2.50 per 100. Monrovia, earliest yellow] Rooted Cuttings, $2.50 White Bonnaffon \ per 100. Lavender Q.ieen I From 2V4-inoh pots. Col. Appleton, yellow J $4 per 100. Timothy Eaton, white I Rooted Cuttings E. D. Smith, yellow >-$3 per 100. From Mrs. W. B. Chamberlain, pink S V/t- in. pots, $4.&0 eEORSE HARRER. Morton Grove, III. Primroses. Per 100 Chinese, Obconica Grandiflora and Forbesi, 2-inch pots J2.00 Asparagus Plumosus 3.50 Smilax, 2-inch pots 1.00 CASH OK C. O. D. JOS. H.CUNNINGHAM. Delaware, 0. BOSTON FERN 'rLVv ;u>, 2-inch pots, per ICO, $4.00. Aiparagi" Sprgngerl, 3-inch pots, per 100, $6.00. Smilax, per iOd, $i 50. Chtyianthamuint, large assortment, $3 to $4 per 100. Fam Balls in leaf, 7 to 9 inches, per doz., $9.00. Fams for Fern dishes, best kinds, per 100, $4.00. HIbitcuf Paachblaw, '?H-inch pots, per 100 $3.C0. Laman Amarlean Wendar, 2H-inch pots, per 100, $3. Calaua, best assortment, per IOC, $3.00. Vaughan's Seed Store, GREENHOUSES: \VESTERN SPRINGS, ILL. 84 & 86 Randolph Street, CHICAGO. 14 Barclay Street, NEW YORK. ROSES FOR WINTER FLOWERING Fine, healthy stock from selected cuttings. BRIDES, MAIDS. KAIOERINS. ' WOOTTONS. BON SILFNE. MME. H04TE, SAFR*NO. PAPACONTIER, GOLDEN GATE. 3-inoh pots, $7.00 per 100, 4-inoh pots, $10 00 per 100. SUNRISE, LIBERTY, 3-inch pots, $9.00 per 100; 4-inch pots, $12.00 per 100. GrXS^^ETI^E^JD XSOSBS, Kaiserin, Golden Gate, ;j>4-inch pots, $15.00 per 100. J. L. DILLON, Bloomsburg. Fa. I(IO,OOOA$TERPLANTS Semple's and Queen of the Market. New lot ready now. grown from the finest seed, at $1.00 per 50C; $1.5J per 1000; 10,000 for $12.50. J. C. Schmidt, Bristol, Pa, Please mention the A merican Florist when writing. MAM ^ A I A| O in Chrysanthf^mums and KHKhHIM^ Fuchsias, named varie- HMIIW^IIVW ties, at $2.50 per 100. Ailamanda Williamsii $4 00 per 100 Acalypli a Sanderii 3.' 0 per 100 Russelia Elegantissima 3.0O per 100 Vinca Variegata 4.00 per ICO All good 3^-inch plants. Th8Conar(l&JonesCo,West6roYe,Pa. ifease mention the A merican Florist when writinz. *Dryden' Geranium, the finest of all bedders, 3^-in. pots, $6.00 per 100; 2>2-in., J4.00 per lOJ. Cash please. HEIIBYEICHHOlZ,Wa;nesboio.Pa. Borbank'sShasta Daisy Plants, 25c each; $J 50 per doz.; $15.00 per 100. Seed, 60o per 100, prepaid. CALIFORNIA CARNATION CO. LOOMIS. CAL. Please mention the A ma ican Florist when writing. 890 The American I^l grist. July 12, Syracuse. VARIOUS DOINGS OF MORE THAN LOCAL INTBEEST— SPRING SEASON ONE OF THE BEST ON RECORD. — PEBPARATIONS FOR NEXT YEAR. L. H. Marquisee is building a new greenhouse and two additions. The new house will be 11x256 feet, one addition will be 14x31 and the Other 18x31. The new house will be for propagating. Mr. Marquisee will commence housing some plants this month. Some of the Empire State have already been housed and a few of three or four other new seedlingi. Henry Morris is planting American Beauties and chrysanthemums. He will start building in a few days a house 27x100 feet for palms. He has finished putting in city water throughout his plant at Elmwood and has done away with the ram which formerly furnished him water. A succestful rose carnival was held at Geneva, N. Y., June 26. Among the large displays were fifty varieties of German iris from Henry A. Dreer, of Philadelphia. A large collection of Crimson Rambler roses, carnations and phloxes was received from Cottage Gardens, Queens, L.I. The number of June weddings was greater than usual and, considering the bad weather, business during the month was good. There was more outdoor work this year than usual and all bed- ding stock was cleaned up. Florists are generally out of coal, the long cold spring making it necessary to keep fire much later than usual. They are living in hopes that the coal strike will soon be ended. Work hat begun on the $45 000 arch, the $15,000 greenhouses and the $20,000 office building, which James J. Belden gave to Oakwood Cemetery. There were twenty rainy days in June and as one of the florists said: "Nothing is doing well but grass and weeds." A.J. B. Washington, D. C. A. Gude & Brother have replanted six of their large rose houses, with Beauty, Golden Gate, Ivory, Liberty, Bride, Bridesmaid, Meteor and Mme. Chat- enay. They are getting a nice cut of La France and Kaiserin. Because of the Improvement! at the White House, the conservatories are being torn down and the plants removed to temporary houses near the propagat- ing gardens. There was a good deal of funeral work last week, many flowers being sent to the obsequies of Col. G. A. Shallenberger. P. G. Vegetable Plants. CABBAGE Danish Ballhead, $1.00 per lOOO. CELERY, White Plume and Giant Pascal, $1.20 ptr 1000. Transplanted Celery, $2.00 per 1000. Cash Samp.'' mailed for Ec. LUDWIu MOoBAlKi cagoAv°e.?Chic3go.ll'l. CELERY PLANTS Beat plants and varieties grown, $l.EO per lOUO. Lartre lota cDeap. G. VAN BOCHOVE &. BRO. KALAMAZOO. MICH. CABB&GE PLANTS I'-ottl^rs' MrunU wirk, bun'-esBion and All Si-asons. field yrown. 15c per lOO; $1.00 per lOUO. Will (;lve purotjiiner choice of varieti'-a as Inntr bs they ia^t J. C. LEHDE, FORKS, ERIE CO., N. V. PUase n tntion Ihe American Florist whtn -uriltng. ARECA LUTESCENS, perdoz.— •:vi-inch,75c; 3 $1; 3)4. 12; 4. $3. KENTIA BELMOREANA, doz.— 2yi-in., $1.50; 3. $2; 3H, $3; 4. $3 60. KENTIA FORSTERIANA, per doz.— 2^-in., $1.60; 3-in., $2; 3V4-in., $3; 4-in.. $4. LATANIA BORBONICA, per doz.— 2!4-in-> 60o; 3-in.,$l; 6-in., $7.20; 7 in.. $1"; 8-in., stronB, $18. PANDANUS VEITCHII, per doz.— 5-in., $12; 6-in., $18; 7, $30; 8, $42. NEPHROLEPIS BOSTONIENSIS, per 100— 3-in., $8.00. Per doz.— .--in,, $3: 7 iii.,»9: 8 in.. $12; 9-in.,$18; 10-in., $24 ASPARAGUS PLUMOSUS NANUS. 2-in., $4 per 100; 3 in., $8 per 100. ASPARAGUS SPRENGERI, per 100— 2-in., $3; 3-in., $8; 4-in., |12; S-ID . $15. ARAUCARIA EXCELSA, 4-in.. $5 per doz. FERNS FOR DISHES, Etc.. $3 per 100. FERN BALLS, well furnished with leaves, $3 to $5 per doz. The GEO. WITTBOLD CO. 16S7 Buckingham Pl.« Chicago. B.&A.SPECIALTIES ASK FOR FALL CATALOGUE NOW READY. BOBBINK & ATKINS, Rutherford, N. J. 25 RUBBERS 3 to 4 feet, $1.00 to $1.25 each, or the lot for $25.00. A. J. BALDWIN, NEWARK, 0. Orchids! ^ Arrived in fine condition: CatUeya labiata, C. Skmn ri, C. Dowiana. Oncidium varicoaum Rogersii end Peristeria elaia; also a fine lot of A' ihuriura Scherzerianum. Write for our illustrated, descriptive catalague of orchids. Special list of freshly imported unestabhhhed Orchids, just ready. Write for a copy. LAGER & HURRELL, s^""". ^- J- Orcbid Orowcri and Importera. 'MUMS / ROSBS ! SPECIAL I Col. Appleton, aj^-inch. $20.00 per lOtO; rooted cutting. $15.00 per lOJO. Maj. Bonnaffon, 2i4-in., $I8.10 per 1000: rooted cuttings, $11.00 per UOO. Our selection in proper proportion of color, 2^- inch, $30 per 1000; rooted cuttings, 112.00 per 1001'. 100,000 2% and 3-inch Maids, Brides, Gales and Meteors. 25.100 2H-inch Stevia and rooied cut- tings. $30 and $12 per 1000. Printed price list furnished on application. Poehlmann Bros. Co., Morton Grove and Chicago, III. BOSTON FERN ^°'' ?"""«»?'' per lOU; $35 per ICOO nOICUTII PEPPERS, strong, 3-in., in UlUCn I AL fruit, $2 per 1(0. 5u at lUO rt. A|fl|| BW strong 2-inRh, $3.00 per ICO; OmlLHA $12.00 per 1000. Haskell Ave. Floral Co,, Dallas, Texas. Watch This Space FOR FUTURE BARGAINS. JOHIV BFtor*, 349 West North Avenue, CHICAGO, ILL. Greenhouses, Nilei Center, III. Please mention the A merican FlortU when writing. Araucaria Excelsa. We control the American market of this splendid pot p'ant. Our houses are now full of them. May importation per sleamers N*'der- land. Penland and Kensington. We sell plants raised from top cuttings only (no seedlings), at the lowest cash prices, as folows: Each 5 to 514 inch pots, 3 tiers, 10 in. and above, 50c 514-inch pots. 3 tiers, 12 in. and above. 60c to 75o 6-int h pots, 4 tiers, 15 to 18 inches and above 75o to $1.C0 KENTIA FORSTERIANA. 35 to 28 inches high, 5 leaves, 5Vo-'nch pots 75o KENTIA BELMOREANA, 20 inches and over. 5 leaves t^ lO'-hpots. 75c FICUS ELftSTiCA, 4 inches 20c to 25c BEGONIA, 'ub-rons r-^oted 5-ia. pots. $1.8 ' per doz. ASPARAGUS PLUMOSUS (only 30i) pUnts in all), fine, large b 'Shes just beautiful, 2 years old. from 20 to 35 sprays, out of hVs to 6-inch pots. 20 c^nts. Cash with order, please. ^^Mention if pots are wanted. GODFREY ASCHMANN. Wholesale Grower and Impobter OF Pot Plants, 1012 Ontario Street. PHILADELPHIA. PA. Asparagus PLUMOSUS NANUS.... From flats, $2 50 per 100; $20.00 per 1000. 2-inch pots, $4.00 per 100. 25 at 100 rates; 250 at 1000 rates, prepaid. Cash. LOOMIS nORAL CO. LOOMIS. CAL. Please mention (he A met I'rati Fin* isf ■:ihen wriiing. fiease m- SMILAX Fine, large, strong plants, rfady to run, $1.60 per 100; $13.00 p(r JOOO. They will please you. THAT * ASH. I'LKAHK. C.HUMFELD, CLAY CENTER. KAN. I merican Flonit when wttting. 1902. The American Florist. 891 CUTFLOWERBOXES WATERPROOF Corner Look Style. The b'st, strongest and neatest folding cut flower box ever made. Cheap, durable, handy. To try them once is to use them always. DON'T USE OLD STORE BOXES. If you have any doubt, send for samples, which speak for themselves. Size No. 1. 3i4yj!il6. .$1.75 per 100; $15.00 pet 1000 " No. 2. 3x6x18.... 2.00 " 18.00 " No. 3. 4x8x18.... 2.40 " 22.00 " No. 4. 3x6x20.... 2.75 " 25.00 " No. 5. 4x8x22.... 3.00 " 28.00 " No. 6. 4x8x28.... 3.75 " 35.00 THE LIVINGSTON SEED OO. BOX 103, COLUMBUS. O. ALU PLORISTS, WHO KNOW IT. USE ( rATEXTF:i».) A Cheap, Non = injurious Insecticide. It lias for vears given .satisfactory re- sults. Quickly kills all insect life. Sold by Seed.<;inen. A 3-oz. trial cake, making 1^2 gallons prepared soluliou, mailed for 10 cents. niFFALO, .%. V. LarkinSosp (0. BAMBOO PLANT STAKES For Chrysanthemums, etc.. strong, 3$ to }4''mch, 4 to 6 feet, per 4 DO, |2 50; per J200, $6.00. Cash with order. C. H. JOOSTEN, Importer, 178 Chambers St., NEW YORK. Sigmund Geller Importer and Manufacturer of FLORISTS' SUPPLIES Complete Stock— Newr Goods — New Illustrated Catalogue Now Ready. Send for it. 108 W. 28th St., near 6th Ave., NEW YORK. 66 WE NOW OFFER Chemicals 55 for making LIQUID COMPOST. Dry powders all soluble in water, composts cost less than Mc per gal. Correspondence invited. EASTERN CHEMICAL COMPANY, 620 Atlantic Ave.. Boston. LUMBER AT HALF PRICES. WE PI RCHASED THE FiX-AJIERlCAN EXPOSITION SEND US YOUR LUMBER BILL FOR OUR ESTIMATE. Pipe, Machinery and Building Supplies in General. FHEE CATALOeCES ON APPHCATIOX. CHICAGO HOUSE WRECKING CO., rAN-AMEIIIC«N, DEPARTMENT 76. BUFFALO, NEW YOU. Boilers OP HIQH ^ GRADE. .«^ For GREENHOUSES. See Our Catalogue go?s;ate"r1 Glblln & Co. , Utica, N. Y. American Florist Ads Always do buslnes, week dayi and every day, Sundays and holidays, all over the country, at oome and abroad. ii BLACK DEATH 99 (POWDER) TO EAT THEREOF IS TO DIE. BUG KILLER ami FERTILIZER. Three years of unprecedented success wherever Intro- duced all over the United States has proved "BLACK DEATH" to be a cheap and absolute annihilator of all insects, bugs or beetles that prey on vegetation, foliage and flowers. See what Peter Reinberg said in this paper, Feb. 8. Other strong indorsements sent on receipt of postal card. Western Sales Agency, 835 Franklin St. , Chicago. HAirDI.B;0 BY SEEDSMEN. S. D. STKVKER, Agent. Boston Florist Letter Go. MANUFACTURERS OP FLORISTS' LETTERS. Thi»* wooden box nicely stained and var- nished. 18x30x12 made in two sections, one for each sizH letter, given away with first order of 5U0 letters. Block Letters, XVz or 2-inch size, per 100. $2.00. Script Letters, $4. Fastener with each letter or word. Used by leading florists everywhere and for sale by all wholesale florists and supply dealers. N. F, McCarthy, Trcas. and Manager, 84 Hawley St., BOSTON, MASS. ■w^*-fie^»^«^*f>«-i^H*t-tfr-m#3»HJ MIKOTEEN IT COSTS 4 CENTS FOR EACM COO FEET OF .9 FLOOR SPACE C [, DOES NOT INJURE THE MOST SENSITIVE , PIANTJ- ENDORSED BY PROMIKEHT F10,(ISTS- USED FOR FUMIGATION OR SPRAYING INDOORS OR 1' OUT - 200 IBS. OF T08»aO IN ONE PINT OF MKOlffH JW L SOLD BY 5EE05MEN CIRCUlftR FREE- 5KABCURA DIP CO. CHICAGO. y^l^i^i^te! QmcKLY Does it. ^f LEADING Florists' Supply House M. RICE & CO. Importers and Manuiacturers, 918 Filbert Street, PHILAO* LPHIA, PA. Catalogue for the asking. REED & KELLER, 122 Weat 2Bth St , NEW YORK. Importers and Manufacturers of FLORISTS' SUPPLIES. Galax Leaves and all Decorative Greens. A. HERRMANN, Cape Flowers, aixoolobb: Cycas Leaves, Metal Designs, ^ All Florists' Sipplles, Bead tor Frloei. 4M-4II laat S4th St.. NKW YORK. TO KILL ALL Greenhouse Bugs USE it NICOTICIDE Clean and harmless as Fumlgant or Spr3„. Ask your seedsman for it or write to The Tobacco Warehousing and Trading Co., 1000 Magnolia Ave., Louisville, Ky There's Business All Summer If you will only work it up. Don't lei Your stock run down. Be sure to bavi' everything on hand that a cus- tomer may call for. You will find every requisite listed and priced within the covers of our new Illustrated Cat- alogue. Free to Applicants in the trade only. H. BAYERSDORFER & CO., Manufacturers and Importers, 50-56 N. Fourth St., Phlla., Pa. SNIPPIII6 LUELS !S! ••••Cut Flowers Printed In two colors on gummed paper; your card, etc, In black and leaf adopted by the S. A. F. In red. Verr attractive. Price per 600, $2.86; per 1000, HMX Send for samples niomo or nos uui, posipaid, si.2k. American Florist Co., .CHICAOO. $9.25 TO CLEVELAND, 0., AND RETURN, $9 25. On July I6th and 17th, via Nickel Plate Road, good returning to and including July 22nd, 1902. Three through daily trains. City Ticket Office, 111 Adams St., Chicago. Write John Y. Calahan. General Agent, Chicago, for particulars. 33 Always mention the American Flo- rist when writing to advertisers. 892 The American Florist. Jvly Columbus, O. NEW CONC8RN STARTS OUT WITH BRIGHT PROSPECTS. — SORROW AT THE DEATH OF WILLIAM BEETERMAKN. — VARIOUS PERSONAL NOTES. The King Avenue Floral Company, with a range of four houses, is making a good showing and has the right founda- tion ior a model place. The houses are equal span, 20x100, running north and south. There is no reason why this new firm will not rank with the best in this locality, with such a man as R. H. Crabbe, who has been with the Livingston Seed Company for a number of years, at the head of the growing department, and S. W. Smith, one of our leading local business men, at the head of the business end of it. The many Columbus friends of Wm. G. Bertermann were grieved to hear of hii death. Mr. Bertermann lived in this city for four years, serving as an apprentice under John Underwood, father of the Underwood Brothers, now one of the leading firms here. His visits to Colum- bus were frequent. J. C. Collom, of the Franklin Park Floral Company, will spend the summer with his 8ons, who are in business in New York. The Livingston Seed Company is mak- ing an extra display of Boston ferns this week. They have some beautiful speci mens. Carl. Lowell, Mass. COOL WEATHBB HOLDS BACK OUTDOOR STOCK.— GREBNHOUSE WORK PROGRESS- ING RAPIDLY.— CUT FLOWBR SUPPLY GOOD. — NOTES. Up to the present time we really have had no hot weather; in fact, it has been SO cold that the tender bedding plants have scarcely moved. This is especially true of such tender plants as coleus, ricinus and so forth. But it Is an ill wind that blows no one good and the cool weather has been a bleising to the green- house men, who are taking advantage of it to push their work along. The supply of flowers holds up well, there being a plenty of everything except roses. Car- not and Kaiserin are in splendid condi- tion just now, both in flower and stem. John Haynes is enjoying his vacation this year in England, after an absence of nearly twentv years. Geo. W. Patten ii preparingfor his trip to Salt Lake City and probably will go on to San Francisco. All the stores now close at noon on Thursdays to give everyone a half holiday. Arthur Mellor, at Patten's, is spending his vacation down in Portland, Maine. Harvey B. Green is away on his annual trip, pleasure combined with business. A. M. Horticultural Builders & Heating Engineers PHILLIPS MFC. CO., Tel. 1851 Bergen. Jersey Oily, N. J. In 1900 wc built 5,726 square ff't. In 1901 " 21,37Bsquaro r.-et. In 1902 " to datn H,Uii2 si|uare feet. Have orders for 19,600. This should couvioce you w« are progressive and up-to-date. See the range wo are buildinK tor S. Unterraeyer, Esq. , Grcystonc, Yonkers, N.Y.; conceded by practical authority to be a perfect type of greenhouse. Call us up. CALVANIZED WIRE-ficT'^ Fifty car loade of new Bulvanizcd wire, '" """r,^ '"7••',^ / ^^^^ Never was usrd. Conies Iruul diH. to a coll and Snly one size wire to eiieh Imndlo. PHcfi r.Df« from »1.40 lo »1.00 »«f "lS.rF~."c.Ulo,n..H«. ■" forth. a«"°nK We handle oil knelB of .up Chicago IIonBoWrcrklng roi o Clear Onlf CTPBESS GREENHOUSE MATERIAL. Glass ^^'' Boilers S. JICOBS & SONS, Estimates furnished for Erecting. 136Sto1373FluihingAvi, BROOKLYN, N Y. Send 4 els. for Boiler Catalogue. New Twin Section Boiler. GET OUR PRICES BEFORE ORDERING. DILLON'S GREENHOUSE MFG. GO. MiNUFACTDKEKS OF HOT BED SASH, AIK DRIED GDCF CYPRESS SASH BARS Bloomsburg, Pa AND OTHER GREENHOUSE MATERIAL,. BUILDERS of DURABLE and PRACTICAL Greenhouses at a LOW COST. f^"Our desoriDtive rir'^ular contains valuable information for every florist. Send for it. WE HAVE SOMETHING NEW TO OFFER. FUMIGATION METHODS By PROF. W. G. JOHNSON Formerly State Entomologist of Maryland A Practical Treatise and timely work on cheap and ettec'tive means uf de.stioyitig insect pe.sts and other vermin lu various plates Tliis work is tlie outcome of practical tests made by the author, to- gether with the experiences of others, anrt is one of the most important booiis pubii^lied this season and is mucli needed at this time. It will be of particular interest to FKUIT GROAVERS AND NURSERYMEN owine to the widespread prevalence of the notoriuiis San Jose scale. Hydrocyanic acid gas is the onlv practical remedy forilie destruction of this pest and is being used more extensively than ever before b\- nurserymen and fruit growers. The perfection of the apparatus for fumigating young orchard tree-< is outlined in this work. The methods can be easilv applied in orcliards and nurseries for many danger- ous jjestsatvery small ci>st. The writer is con^iueens, L. !. E. Asmus, Hoboken. N. J. Write for Circular and Price Lists. Galvanized STEEL ROSE STAKES. The Parker-Bruen Mfg. Co. 208 Jersey St.. Harrison, N. J. LVANS' IMPROVED APPAJiAFUS i WRITt rOR ILLUSrRATtO ^ATALOCue fi^n? ADJUSTABLE VASE HOLDER No. 1.— lirass, nickel, 4 feet lone, 6 clasps to each rod. Price complete (with green or wnlto tum- blers) $3 25. l*rice complete (with green or white coruuropiu vases) $2.50. No. 2.— Heavy 4 ft. rod, brassed and nicki'led, with three clasps for S to ft-lncb pots, •■ivch $1.75. KIFT'S PATENT Rubber Capped FLOWER TUBES, lV4-in(;h (lianiricr, i>er IU». $;i.50. JOSEPH KIFT & SON, 1725 Chestnut St- Phila.. Pa. It It not mtach trouble to mention the AuBRiCAN Ploeist whcn corretponding with an adTertlier. igo2. The American Florist. 893 iiii WHEN YOU WANT ■GREENHOUSE MATERtI ITC05TS YOU NOTHING TO GET OUR SKETCHE5.ESTIMATE5 CATALOGUE WE USE ONLY THE VERY BEST GRADE ^LOUISIANA RED CYPRESSi I AIR DRIED AND FREE FROM 5APf FOLEY NFG.CO. CHICAGO, ILL. OFFICE 471 ^22-^° ST. S'>ir.' BOILERS and Pipe. 3 No. 1 6 Hitcliings Boilers in good order, witli New Grates and Fire Bricks. Also 4,000 feet 4-in. cast iron extra heavy pipe, 9 feet lengths, ells, tees and Expansion Tanks. Cheap for Cash. W.A.Hammond 107 E. Broad St., Richmond, Va. ! FOR INSURANCE AGAINST DAMAGE BY HAIL, Address John G. Esler, Sec*y F.H. A. SADDLE RIVBR. N. d. %ifltlltflllitillllt JJ I^OSSIBLY you have heard of Cy- ^ I press material that failed to last. ^ Such Cypress invariably is furn- 91 ished by parties who have no knowledge of 4B the peculiar requirements of greenhouse material. ^ We have made greenhouse construction a special CM study. 4B Our lumber is selected with the greatest of care, ^ our material is guaranteed perfect and strictly up-to- ,^ Write us, when next you want material. iiitoI15BlackhawkSt. CnlLAUU ILl. mi CHICAGO StLLirtG AGENTS FOR GARLAMD IRON GUTTE.RS ;^ifi*l!¥f!9fiVf!fli*1l SHORT-ROOF GREENHOUSES. ''»»"""') WRITE FOR CATALOGUE Mannfacturerg ot California Red Cedar and Louisiana Cypress Greenhouse Material. TIC A rfecnhouseillazin^ — -y_:-ss^'fi — r -■ USEJTNOW. F.O.PIERCE GO. 170 Fulton St., NEW YORK GEO. M. GARLAND, IRON GUTTERS AND POSTS. Testimonials from leading growers. Serd for Catalogue. CEO. M. GARLAND, Das Plalnes, IIL -JOHN C. MONINC£R CO., CHICAGO, SELLING AGENTS. 894 The American Florist. July 12, Minneapolis, UNFAVORABLE WEATHER CAUSES STOCK TO DETERIORATE. — OUTDOOR MATEEIAL SERIOUSLY AFFECTED. — PERSON ALNOTES' AND OTHER DOINGS. The weather conditions the past week have been very unfavorable for the pro- duction of flowers, it being wet, cold and then sultry and hot. It cansed much mildew and what first-class stock there ia bring! a good price. The rainy weather has injured the outdoor flowers, BO that they are not fit for market, and unless a change comes soon there will be little outdoor material for the remainder of the season. Wm. Donaldson & Company have been busy with planting and getting things in shape tor the coming season. They will make no addition this year but will prob- ably drop bedding stock and devote their time to the growing of cut flowers. Ralph Lathom is again at Donaldson's. Thos. Lynes, of the East Side Floral Store, is visiting iriends in England. The store is in charge of his brother, Jamei. R. Will says ventilation is the great point in violet growing and his new house will be well equipped in this respect. A. Rice is on a trip through southern Michigan. C. F. R. . Louisville, Ky. SOCIETY OF FLORISTS HAS A PLEASANT O0TING.— GROWER USES LARGE GLASS. — CARNATIONS DOING WELL — PERSONAL NOTES. The Kentucky Society of Florists held the regular monthly meeting at Fountain Ferry Park on Wednesday, July 2, and it proved to be the most pleasant meet- ing ever held. After the session refresh- ments were ierved and the evening spent in bowling and rowing on the Ohio. C. H. Kunzman is having excellent suc- cess with his field-grown carnations this year. The glass in his new carnation house is 24x36, not 16x24 as previously stated. Chris. Haupt, whj has been ill with blood poisoning caused by handling plants and roses, is at his post again. The weather has been very hot for the past week but cut flowers have been fairly good, all things considered. Miss Carrie, daughter of Geo. Hodges, is spending her vacation in the valleys of Indiana. L. A. AWARDED THEONLY FIRST CLASS C EBTIFI GATE OFMEfi IT BYTHESOCIET V OF AMERICA] FLORIST SAT BOSTON MAS AUG 2i -wttting. Invalid Appliance Co., COLUMBU PLtNT TUBS KELLER BROS. ^^__2I3-15-17-19.21.23 Pearl St., NORRISTOWN, PA. Manufacturers of Standard Flower Pots, red In color, equal to the best on the market; are 16 miles from Philadelphia, best of railroad cooneo- tions. We give special attention to mall orders and make special sizes to order In quantities. A. postal will bring prices and discounts. RED pots SAMPLE POT AND PRICE LIST ON APPLICATION. C. C. POUWORTH CO., {H^**""" /fftjjtf mention the Amfncan Florist when writtttg. 1902. The American Florist. 895 ANNOUNCEMENT. REALIZING the large and growing demand for high grade glass structures for horticultural purposes, the undersigned have organized a stock company, to design, manufacture, and construct such build- ings and to supply the materials which enter into their construction. We have secured property on West Side Avenue, Jersey City, N. J., near the West Side Avenue Station of the Newark branch of the Central R. R. of N. J., which is admirably suited for manufacturing purposes. Our fac- tories are new and equipped with machinery of the most approved type. We are in a position to manufacture and build a large amount of work of a high grade, quickly, thoroughly and economically. Mr. Lincoln Pierson has been Secretary of the Lord & Burnham Co. for the past twelve years, having had charge of the Architectural and Sales department of that company. Mr. William Sefton has been Superintendent of Hitchings & Co. for the past six years, having had charge of their Manufacturing and Construction department. During this period both have had a large and varied experience, having been responsible for the designing and construc- tion of many of the largest and most notable glass structures in this coun- try, including both park, private and commercial work. We have pur- chased the Paul M. Pierson patents, and have other patents pending which will enable us to erect a very much better appearing and more durable structure than any of the existing types of houses now on the market. While we can build a better house than any of the old companies, we can also build any of the existing types equally as well and as cheaply. To all contemplating the erection of such buildings, we beg to be allowed to submit for consideration, plans, specifications and estimates of cost for their complete erection or for any of the materials needed therein. Our best services are at your command. The Pierson-Sefton Company. OrnCE AND FACTORIES WEST SIDE AVE., SOLTH, Jersey City, N. J. Designers, Manufacturers and Builders of Horticultural Structures, Wholesale and Retail Dealers In Greenhouse Lumber and Structural Materials, Greenhouse Heating and Ventilating Apparatus. LINCOLN PIERSON, Prest. PAUL M. PIERSON, Vice-Prest. WM. SEFTON, Sec'y and Traas. 896 The American Florist. July. 12, Index to Advertisers. Advertising rates... 876 Allen JK 880 American Rose Co. . 1 Amling E C 879 Asohmann Godfrey. 89U Bache Semon & Co. lU Baldwin A J 89U Bailer FA 88,5 Bassett 3 885 889 I II 7ick's Sons Jas II Weathered's Sons ThoB Ill Weber H A Sons.... 889 WeeberADon II Weiland A Risch. . . 879 Welch Bros 880 Whilldin Pot Co.... 894 WhitnallCB 894 Wietor Bros 879 Wilks S Mfg Co.... 893 Williams F RCo... 887 Winandy Michael.. 888 Wittbold Geo Co.... 890 Wolf John 888 Wolf A Q A Bro . . IV Wood Bros 887 Wrede H II Young Jno 881 Young A Nugent... 881 ZirngiebelD II Always mention the Amemcan Flo- rist when writing to advertisers. THE -"'NEW DEPARTURE,". vVENTlL<\TING f\PPL)/^MCe^ This is a funny looking thing but it will do the work easier and cost less than any other apparatus on earth or any other place. Send for a descriptive circular to J. D. CARMODY. Evansvllle, iDd. Holds Glass Firmly 8e« the Point lO- PECRLES8 OlmMlns Point! are the belt. No rigbta or l«fti. Box of 1.000 polDtt TftoU. poaiptld. HEPTBY A. DREEH. 714 ChMtaot Bt., Phll&., Pk. "DORIC" HEATER. Profitable Greenhouses "Curnoy" ereenhousea are profitable creenhouses beoause they're operated under the most economical conditions. "Ourncy" Heaters maintain an even heat with the least amount or care, burn a minimum amount of coal to maintain the desired tempera- ture, require no brick setting, and are without question the most eflBcient constructions on the market. A host of nurserymen already use the "Gurney." If you're not on the list, send for catalogue and And out more about it. Gurneys promote the greatest hothouse success. GURNEV HEATER MFG. CO. 74. FRANKLIN ST.. BOSTON. Ill FIFTH AVE,. NEW YORK OITY. Western Selling Agents, JAMES B. CLOW & SONS. Franklin and Harrison Sts., Chicago, III. WATER. If you want water only'when the wind blows a windmill will do your work and costless money than our Rider and Ericsson Hot Air Pumps, but if you want water every day while your flowers are growing and do not want your pump blown down when the wind blows too hard, no pump in the world can equal ours. We have sold about 20,000 of them during the past twenty-five years, which is proof that we are not making wild statements. Oup Catalogue "A 3** will tell you all about them. Write to near- est store. Rider-Ericsson Engine Co. 35 Warren St., New York. 692 Craig St.. MoNTRKiL, P. Q. 239 Franklin St., Uobton. Teniente-Rey 71. Havana. Cuba. 22A Pitt St., Sydney, N. S. W. 40 Deiirborn St.. CniCAOO. 40 N. 7th St., Philadelphia. Myers & Co. ESTABLISHED 1840. GREENHOUSE ARCHITECTS I BUILDERS. HEATING ENGINEERS. Qreaiihous* Bollars. Iron Baneh Framas. Send for catalogue and latest prices. 116 So. 17th St., Phiiadelptiia, Pa. Mease mention the A meriean Florist when writing. RmBTica is "ths From of the JIbssbI; there may be mare comfort Hmidships, but we are the Brst to touch TJaknown Seas," Vol. XVIII. CHICAQO AND NEW YORK, JULY 19, ipoa. No. 737. ITl^ie Li^mEmmm fi^mmm SBVBNTKBirrB Ybab. Copyright 1902, by Ametioan Floilit Company. Entered ai Seoond-Claii Mail Uatter. Published xtebt Satxtbdat bt AMERICAN FLORIST COMPANY, 334 Dearborn 5t., Chicago. BasUrn OtHca: 79 Milk St.. Boaton. Subioription, $1.00 a year. To Europe, 12.00. SubBoriptions accepted only from the trade. SOCIETY OF AMERICAN FLORISTS AND ORNAMENTAL HORTICULTURISTS. OinoBBS — John Burton, Philadelphia, Pa., preslden J. W. C. Dkakb, Asheville, N. C, vice- presideni, Wm. J. Stbwabt, 79 MUk Street, Boston, Mass., secretary; H. B. Bbattt, Oil City, Pa., treasurer. The eighteenth annual meeting will he held at Asheville, N. C, August, 19-33, 1902. THE AMERICAN CARNATION SOCIETY. Annual convention at Brooklyn, N. Y., Feb- ruary, 1903. AxBSBT M. HsBB, Lancaiter, Pa., •ecretary. CHRYSANTHEMUM SOCIETY OF AMERICA. Annual meeting at Asheville, N. C, August, 1902. Edwin Lonsdale, Chestnut Hill, Pa., Seo'y. AMERICAN ROSE SOCIETY. Annual meeting at call of executive committee, LiOHABD Babbor, 188 Liberty St., New York, secretary. THIS ISSUE 32 PAGES WITH COVER. CONTENTS. Seasonable plant notes 897 Chrysanthemums— Specimen plants 898 The' late Wm. MoRoberts, Jr.. (portrait) 898 Field of irises (illus.) 898 Asheville, "Land of the Sliy," (illus.) 899 Carnations — Dangers of early planting 90O Palm houses of Holton & Hunkel Co. (illus.) . .900 Boston 900 New York Florists' Club at its picnic (illus.). .9U New York 901 Philadelphia 902 Chicago 903 Milwaukee 903 Buffalo 903 St. Louis 9t3 Cleveland 903 Greenhouse building 904 To Asheville 904 Heatinz with flues 904 White ants or what? 904 Obituary— Wm. J. Crowe 905 Pittsburg 9C6 The seed trade 910 — Michigan bean and pea crops 910 — The Nebraska seed crops 910 —Death of W. J. Mandeville (portrait) 910 The nursery trade 912 — New climbing rose Dorothy Perkins 912 Meriden, Conn 913 Our pastimes — Cricket at Haverford 914 — Caiifornians picnic (illus.) 914 Cincinnati 915 St. Paul 916 Minneapolis 918 Toronto 920 Denver 933 Seasonable Plant Notes. A valnable portion of the stock of plants carried by retail dealers is found among those that are adapted for use in table ferneries and window boxes, for the filling of such receptacles requires con- siderable numbers of plants and also quite a variety of species. The use of window boxes is doubtless increasing in our large cities, and is a custom that should be encouraged by making the boxes just as satisfactory as possible, a satisfied customer being always one of the best advertisements for the man who supplied the goods. Window boxes require a large number of plants in proportion to their size from the fact that an immediate efiect is the only satisfactory one. Some of the large hotels and apartment houses use up a good deal of such material in a year, beginning in the early spring with hyacinths, tulips and other spring bulbs, following these with pansies and English daisies, after which come Boston ferns and foliage plants, and these in turn giving way to chrysanthemums, the lat- ter to be followed as frosty weather comes on with small evergreens or other hardy stock. Many factories have taken up this idea of window decoration, one of the first to do so having been a large tobacco con- cern in Jersey City, in which window boxes became a feature fully twenty-five years ago, and apparently the tobacco trade has taken up this feature in other cities also, for a factory of that character in Detroit was quite noticeable for the beauty of its window boxes during the year of the S. A. F. convention in that city. In Philadelphia, so far the utilita- rian idea regarding factory buildings continues to be most prominent, and in consequence bare brick walls and win- dows unadorned are the prominent features of our factory district, but there may still come a change of heart among our conservative mill men, and we of the trade are a hopeful lot, anyway. The location or exposure of a window has much to do with the plants that may be used in its decoration, and it must always be remembered that a narrow box containing many plants, little soil, and exposed to the wind besides, does not provide ideal conditions for plant growing. In addition, smoke and dust must be included in the calcula- tion. For window decoration in particularly dusty and smoky localities there is noth- ing more lasting than some of the many forms of Aucnba Japonica, these various varieties differing in the variegation of the foliage and also in the habit of growth, some being much more dwarf than others. The foliage is not the only point of beauty connected with the aucubas for they also bear large and showy red berries that are especially attractive toward winter. The aucubas are by no means difficult to grow or to propagate, the latter pro- cess being accomplished either by means of cuttings or seeds. Cuttings made from firm young growths four to six inches in length will root in sand in a few weeki and, from the fact that the plant in question is almost hardy. It will be readily understood that strong bot- tom heat would be out of place for the cuttings. These young plants that have been raised in the spring should be potted ofi as soon as the roots are about half an inch long, kept in a temperature of about 55° until the weather is snitable for planting outdoors, and then put out in the open ground and treated just as one would young Hydrangea hortensis. In the autumn the young aucubas should be lifted before severe Irost, potted into pots proportionate to their size, and may then be kept in a greenhouse averaging 45° to 50° at night during the winter. Seedlings are also readily raised, but are quite likely to produce some varia- tions from the parent plant, and it is therefore safer to depend upon cuttings for the perpetuation of any given variety. Another point that should be remembered is that all aucubas cannot be depended upon to bear berries, from the fact that the male and female flowers are borne upon different plants. It therefore becomes necessary to make sure of having both sexes among the plants and to fertilize the flowers at the proper time. Standard grown plants of aucuba hav- ing a round head and a stem possibly two feet high were not uncommon a number of years ago, and when nicely berried are quite attractive specimens for house decoration, but naturally plants of this character require some time for their development, much the same as a stand- ard bay tree. Another nearly hardy variegated plant that has value for window boxes is Osmanthus ilicifoUus variegatus, a shrub that much resembles a variegated holly and that, like the aucuba referred to above, may be exposed to light frosts in the autumn without injury. Osmanthus ilicifolius variegatus may also be propa- gated by cuttings, and may be readily 898 The American Florist. /uly /p, grafted upon the common privet, the latter being a good method for the pro- duction of standard plants. Our old friend, the aspidistra, will naturally suggest itself for the window box, and whether It be the plain green leaves of the type or the prettily marked ones of the variegated form, there are but few plants with such tough and enduring foliage. Unless it has been already attended to, the division and repotting of aspidistras should be per- formed at once in order to get a good and well developed growth on them before winter. The division of the old rhizomes of aspidistras has been noted before, but another reminder may not be out of place at this time regarding the fact that those under-ground stems that are so plentiful in an old pot or tub of aspidis- tra form very useful material for propa- gation, by being cut into pieces about one inch in length and then planted in a cut- ting bed with a covering of one inch of sand over them, or in shallow boxes, if it may be more convenient. Such cuttings seldom fail to start sooner or later, the stems in question having a dormant eye at nearly every joint. Pittosporum Tobira is another shrub that may be used in window boxes. It has tough, dark green leaves somewhat like those of a rhododendron, the small white and rather fragrant flowers being succeeded by bunches of nearly black berries about the size of peas. This pittosporum is a rather short jointed hard-wooded shrub, introduced, I think; from Japan, and is not a new plant though more uncommon than those noted before, and is also slower in growth. Some ivies, both green and variegated, must not be forgotten, the common English ivy being always in demand, provided one has strong, clean plants ' and neatly trained so that they may be either used as a screen or by the removal of the stakes may be planted to hang down. Another good ivy of the broad- leaved section is Hedera Algieriensis, while both the plain and the variegated forms of H. poetarum are good and may be used In the work referred to. Several of the euonymuses are also use- ful, for these plants stand the trials of city life very well, E. Japonicus varie- gatus being a good example of the upright, bushy growers, while E.radicans variegatus is more given to a creeping habit. Both may be increased quickly and easily by cuttings of firm wood put in late in winter or early in the spring, the young plants being planted out in THE LATE WILLIAM MROBERTS, JR. (See page 87" issue ol July 13.) the open air for the summer and lifted and potted before severe frost. W. H. Taplin. CHRYSANTHEMUMS. SPECIMEN PLANTS. Specimen plants are now well estab- lished In the flowering pots. They will need careful attention in watering; the more vigorous plants will take it twice a day. Frequent syringing will be benefi- ciaJ, and it may be done morning and evenings, too, on bright days. If they are plunged outdoors, the pots shouVi be set up on bricks to keep the bases from contact with the soil, unless it be a bed of coal ashes, when it would not be necessary. Worms get in sometimes, and stop the drainage. This can be seen when the pots do not drain within a reasonable time after watering. Years ago, we were bothered with root aohides, "ants' cows," which they "farmed." These are very difficult to get rid of. Soot water will clear them out in time, but if per- sistent, they should be immersed for half an hour or longer. Plants which are grown indoors, will be getting Into shape, and a few stakes will be reciuired to keep them so. We used to keep our staking well up, but late experience shows it is as well, if not better, to just keep them together until a final staking a week or two before exhibition time. It is easier to regulate the shoots. We treat the outdoor plants in the same way. It is a bad plan to let the shoots trail on the ground. Beside its being difficult to get water under them when syringing, they lose many leaves for want of light. Planted out plants are usually left too long. They should be taken up in August. There is then a better chance to get good root action, which means better foliage, and better flowers. It is yet early to apply liquid manure. When given early, it is liable to cause a gross growth, which is difficult to ripen. The plants get surfeited, so to speak. Our decorative varieties, generally small flowered sorts embracing many forms and including tepreieotatives of all types, are now being put into ."^-inch pots. They will be large enough for our purpose. Some of the most promising plants at the present time are Mutual Friend, Mrs. Trainker, a very fine white; Golden Shower, Mrs. Weeks, Lavender Queen, one of the finest in color; Miss Alice Byron, white; Elna, yellow, a good dwarf grower, and fine color; Zarnivara, Chestnut Hill, dwarf, yellow; Jubilee, pink; William Kennedy, purple; Hooper Pierson, yellow; T. Carrington, pink. Adrian, Bentley and Mrs. Wm. Fraser, among newer kinds, are showing well. T. D. Hatfield. Macomb, III.— S. T. Danley has afine field of 18,000 carnation plants. A FIELD OF IRIBES AT THE ESTABLISHMENT OF ROWEHL & QRANZ, HI0K8VILLE, L. I., N. Y. igo2. The American Florist. 899 "LAND OF THE SKY" A8HEVILLE ;N^-f5 BILTMORE HOUSE, HOME OF THE VANDERBILTS, AT ASHEVILLE, NORTH CAROLINA. (The annual convention of the S. A. F. will be held at Asheville next August.) ASHEVILLE, the S. A. F. con- vention city, "land of the sky," off the main traveled roads, few of those who will visit it in August conceive the character of the place. Those who know all sing its praises. "Carolina" has a southern sound and, in truth, the convention city is lour degrees of latitude south of Washington and five south of New York. In distance by rail Asheville is from: Buffalo 942 miles Boston 9S0 " Cleveland 7u5 " Cincinnati 442 *' Cnicago 747 " Detroit 703 " Louisville 394 " Milwaukee 83-2 " New York 705 " Philadelphia 615 " Pittsburg 8i3 " St. Louis 817 " Washington 478 " But Asheville is not a southern city in any sense. Situated on a plateau 2.250 feet above sea level it cannot have a hot climate. Sheltered on the east and north by high mountains of the Blue Ridge and Great Smoky ranges, it cannot be cold. At a greater elevation than anj' city east ol Denver, the climate is equable, neither hot nor cold, and without the sudden changes which make the seaboard and lake cities so trying. In the past twenty- five years the average winter tempera- ture has been 38.87°, the summer tem- perature 70.72° and the mean tempera- ture for the year 54.14°, which is just about the mean temperature of a number of the world's greatest summer resorts, including Genoa, in Italy, Milan and Vienna. Nor in population is Asheville typical of the south. It is a matter of common remark with those vrho visit Asheville that they always meet there people whom they know. It is a cosmopolitan population; of the 14,000 inhabitants only one-fifth of the whites are native. A little less than one-fifth the population is colored. People come to Asheville from all over the Union to breathe Its lung-preserving atmosphere and, liking the place, settle there. But It is not a city of invalids. Asheville is the commercial center of a region rich in natural resources. One of the principal occupations is hotel keeping but another is stock-raising and thou- sands of head of fancy beef cattle are annually marketed, mostly at Richmond, Va. With the present high prices for live stock, prosperity prevails on the farms and in the town. Truck gardening is a rapidly developing industry, where most people doubtless expect to find cot- ton the staple crop, but there is nocotton. Fruit growing is attracting attention, for the Wiaesap and the York Imperial, two of the highest- priced varieties in both the New York and Liverpool mar- kets, attain great perfection here. The apple, not the sugar cane, is destined to become one of the greatest revenue pro- ducers for this region. Strawberries are a profitable crop and the Concord grape grown here is better than in the north. The one thing about which there can be no misconception is the character of the scenery about Asheville; the region is often referred to as the Switzerland of America. North and east of the city the mountains pile thousands of feet in the air and two miles from the city, on the steps of the mountain range, the white walls of the Vanderbilt chateau reflect the summer sun. This is the most mag- nificent home in America, being esti- mated to have cost $3,000,000. The plans for the entertainment of the S. A. F. contemplate a tour of the estate of 10,000 acres laid out by the master hand of Frederick Law Olmsted. Ten miles of road traverse the estate and the most pretentious private arboretum in the world is well under way, the work hav- ing progressed for nearly ten years. Another misconception of the Asheville trip is as to the expense attached thereto. Many florists have an idea that it is going to cost too high, but to those at equal distances it will not cost as much as the New York trip did. The railroad fares average the lowest ever granted the S. A. F. and good hotel accommodations in Asheville do not cost as much as in New York. Then again, in a town of 14,000 there are neither the necessities nor the opportnnitiesfor spendingmoney afforded in the greatest city in the land. It will be not only one of the most novel trips the S A. F. has ever taken, but it will also be one of the most satis- factory. Better make your plans now' and go. Join one of the large parties if you can, from Chicago, Cincinnati, New York or Philadelphia. 900 The American Florist. July ig. CARNATIONS. BANGERS OF EARLY PLANTING. Early planting is the vogue in carna- tion culture to-day and there iB no deny- ing the fact that the stock is better in every way than when the plants were left in the field until danger ot frost. But we must not give all the credit to early planting as the great improvement in varietiei has more to do with the advance in the quality of the flowers than any one detail of culture. In addition, we now cater to the wants of our carna- tions with much more intelligence than we did a few years ago; if we do not, then neither early planting nor late planting will give us the high grade blooms the market demands. One very prominent grower, the largest and most successful in his city, scarcely ever houses his carnations before the middle of September, but his houses are just right, and no detail of good culture is overlooked. Only the very best varie- ties are planted and the result is as good carnations as are grown anywhere. This shows that early planting is not the whole thing, but does not prove that early planting is not a good thing, as if I am not very much mistaken, steriliz- ing produces the best results when done in lettuce bouses and where done several times during the season. As sterilizing is likely to become a factor in the florists' business It would be well to secure some reliable information as to the length of time soil is benefited by it. If sterilizing will put the soil into such condition that, with good care, it will keep sweet for, say, ten months, then we could perhaps bring our planting several weeks earlier. A point on which all growers seem to agree is as to the proper condition of the plants for early housing. If the plants have been growing soft and rank they are not in a fit condition to be taken into the confined air of the houses. No matter how good your ventilation may be, at this season of the year the air in the houses is several degrees hotter than outdoors, unless kept cool by an exces- sive amount of humidity, through syr- inging the paths, sides of the house and plants. The carnation is a water-loving plant, but an excess either in the soil or in the atmosphere will soon cause it to lose its vitality. This is another point against eitremely early planting, as just the proper point to reach and stop * ^ -i^^^^h^- -'siC •->-«-.,. «^ KENTIA HOUSE OF HOLTON & HUNKEL CO., MILWAUKEE, WIS. requires more care and attention than most growers are able to give. The whole C|uestion resolves itself under one heading and that is to avoid extremes. There has been more money lost through extreme culture in our business than through any other one cause. Occasion- ally some extreme change in cultural methods will produce wonderful results and then the iollowing season a host ot imitators will make a complete failure of the same method, the originator of the method often being among the unsuc- cessful. Those of us who have to make our living from our business do not want to be lelt behind in the race for high grade flowers; neither can we afiord to risk our whole season's crop by depart- ing from known successful methods. There are very few carnation growers who do not plant at least three houses to carnations and instead of plantingthe three in the month of July try one of them and the balance of your place at your usual time of planting. As an expe- riment it is worse than useless to plant part of a house, as that part is sure to be neglected at one time or another during the summer, but with a whole house at stake you will be inclined to let some other work go and attend to the carna- tions as they should be attended to. It may sound unprogressive, but for the man who only grows a house or two it is better to wait until the larger grower has made his experiments and found them practical and announced them through the trade papers, as he is sure to do. Albert M. Herr. Boston. GOOD SATURDAY SHOW AT HORTICULTURAL HALL.— CUT FLOWER TRADE VERY DULL. —SHIPMENTS HARDLY WORTH EXPRESS AGE. — NO STANDARD VALUE — DOINGS OF AGRICULTURISTS AND HORTICULTURISTS. — EUROPEAN VOYAGERS. — SEASON CON- TINUES ADVANCED. — VARIOUS NOTES. The exhibition at Horticultural Hall on Saturday, July 12, was c]uite exten- sive as regards native flowers and gar- den perennials. George HoUis showed some fine phloxes, W.J. Clemson a veiy large collection of named sweet peas, Mrs. J. B. Lawrence and Blue Hill Nur- series herbaceous perennials, and there was a good showing of hollyhocks from these houses are an exception to the most of those that are planted the mid- dle of September. Owing to the rapid growth made by the plants in the field this season one hears considerable about planting in the middle of July. Where every detail of good culture is carefully followed up, this may be a good thing to do, but for the large majority of growers August 15 to August 20 is a good time to plant, a little earlier or a little later, according to weather conditions. This gives the plants plenty of time to become well established in their new surroundings before the crop of flowers is expected. We all know that constant watering in the houses over the hot summer of July and early August will sour the soil to a greater or less degree, and we also know that a carnation, even if it does not die outright with stem rot in such a soil, will become stunted and sickly; instead of producing high grade flow- ers in paying qaantities, will give just the opposite results. This is the main objection to extremely early planting. While I have no data to work from, I do not believe that sterilizing the soil will entirely overcome this objection, as LATANIA HOUSE OF HOLTON & HUNKEL CO., MILWAUKEE, WIS. igo2. The American Florist. 901 THE NEW YORK FLORISTS' CLUB AT WITZELS POINT QROVE, JULY 7, 1902. (See page 886, issue of July \i.) E. L. Lewis and J. S. Crane. J. E. Roth- well was given a certificate of merit for Cypripedium Lord Derby (C. Roths- ctiildiannm X superbiens.) The display of small fruits was exceedingly fine. Cut flower trade is as dull as it can be. Last week was even worse than its .predecessor — large receipts of roses and carnations, most of which had to go to the street fakir because nobody else would touch them at any price. It is not ■likely the supply will continue so large, as the growers cannot get enough out of the shipments to make it pay to send them to the city. There is practically no -•tandard of value at present on anything -in the flower line. The semi- centennial of the Massachu- settB State Board of Agriculture will be celebrated with appropriate observance at Horticultural Hall on July 22. Many eminent speakers will give addresses. Among these will be Hon. James Wilson, Secretary of Agriculture; Gov. Crane, Lieutenant-Governor Bates and four ex-govemors of Massachusetts. The most notable feature of the arbor- way and other parts of the park system at present is the blooming of the beauti- ful Michigan wild rose, Rosa setigera. The winter was again unkind to them and many plants were killed back, yet the display is exceedingly brilliant. Wakefield is worried over the ravages of the larvae of the pine saw fly which has attacked fiercely and denuded sec- tions of the splendid pine grove which has been the pride of the town. After having had to destroy some 600,000 nests of the brown-tail moth this seems rather severe. Mr. a^(l Mrs. W. W. Edgar sailed for EngtandZon the Commonwealth, on July 16. A. Leuthy also went on the game steamer. James Rough ia contemplating a trip later. Secretary W. J. Stewart has gone to Asheville on convention busi- ness. The exhibitions scheduled for every Saturday in July and August at Horti- cultural Hall have all been set ahead one week owing to the forward season. Among the visitors at the show last Sat- urday was Dr. Robt. Huey, the rose expert, of Philadelphia. Mrs. Endicott, wife of W. E. Endicott, for many years chairman of the library committee of the Maisachusetts Horti- cultural Society, died at Canton on July 10. Thomas Roland, of Nahant, of Lor- raine begonia fame, is rejoicing over the advent of son number three, who came to his home on Saturday, July 12. Extensive preparations are being made for the meeting of the American Park and Outdoor Art Association which tafees place in Boston, August 5 and 6. New York. SMALL ATTENDANCE AT THE MONTHLY MEETING OF THE CLUB BUT MDCH BDSI- NESS DOING. — RESOLUTIONS OF SYM- PATHY FOR THE FAMILY- OF THOMAS YOUNG.— PLANS FOR ASHEVILLE TRIP.— TRADE STILL QDIET. — STOCK VERY POOR. — VACATIONS NOW IN ORDER. — VISITORS. The July meeting of the Florists' Club last Monday evening was the slimmest in attendance on record, a fact for which the very warm weather was, no doubt, responsible. The business of the evening was confined mainly to committee reports. The Asheville transportation committee recommended that the S a. m. train on the Pennsylvania R. R. Mon- day, August 18, be selected. This will bring the New York party in time to join the Philadelphians. It was so decided. The outing committee was not prepared to make a full report, but was able to say that the excursion had been a finan- cial success. The members of the com- mittee, as a whole, came in for some com- plimentary remarks for the successful manner in which the affair was arranged and conducted, and the secretary of the committee was mentioned as having contributed much in the way of original work to the success of the excursion. The committee on membership reported amendments to the by-laws, which were laid over until the next meeting of the club for action. The exhibition com- mittee reported progress and announced a meeting of the committee for Wednes- day, July 23, at 7 p. m., at the store of the president. Messrs. Wallace, Scott and Renney were appointed by the chair as the committee of awards for the even- ing and recommendtd a cultural certifi- cate to H. Beaulieu for a collection of dahlias, very fine for the season. George Lawrence was elected a member of the club. The committee on resolutions on the death of Thos. Young, Sr., reported the following resolutions of sympathy/ Whkreas, We. the members oT the New York Florists' Club, having learned that Mr. Thomas Y'oung, Sr., recently passed beyond this earthly sphere to his rest eternal, full of years and honors, called henoe by the immutable decree of an all- wise Providence, and, Wbereas, We bow in humble submis^on to the will of the Great Ruler of the universe, yet .. we cannot fail to express our deep regret at his passing away from the scenes of his useful labors. While not wishing to intrude with our regrets in the natural grief of his family, yet, having been associated so long in this assoeiation with his worthy sons, our esteemed fellow members, we respectfully and feelingly ask that we be per- mitted to express to them our heartfelt sympathy in their great loss and sad bereavement. And be it theietoie 902 The American Florist. July ig, Resolved, That we hereby and in this manner tender to the family of the deceased our sincere condolence in their hour of sorrow. They mourn the loss of a loving and loved parent, we mourn an exemplary citizen, a just and upright man, a generous and '.genial companion. We desire to have it recorded "that in losing him the community in which he lived has lost an honored member, the horticultural world a man who throughout his Ions, useful and honorable career played well his part in his chosen calling. To his faithful helpmate, the revered partner of his joys and sorrows for so many long and pleas- ant years, we tenderly offer our sympathy, coupled with it a prayer that the God of Love and Mercy may lighten the heavy soriow whicli has fallen upon her. that He may give her strengih to bear her great affliction. We offer her such solace as is ours to give and hers to receive at our hands, not wishing to open afresh the wounds of her grief, but to aid as best we may in assuaeing the pain. May the soft lullaby of merciful time soothe her and llie sweet memories of her departed life partner sustain her. God rest bis soul. And be it further Resolved. That these resolutions be spread in full upon the minutes of this club and a copy ot same be sent to Mrs. Thos. Young, Sr. Patrick O'Maba. Chas. B. Weathered. Alex. Wallace. The president announced the following members of the nominating committee for next year's officers: John Morris, C. W. Ward, Jas. Donaldson, S. C. Nash, John Phillips, S. S. Batterfield and W. S. Rennie. A communication was read from the secretary of the plant breeding conference, inviting suggestions from the club. In moving the acknowledgment of this letter Mr. O'Mara made some very timely and interesting remarks on the eflect of the work to be done by the con- ference in that it would prove educa- tional to the public and employers pres- ent and prospective. Mr. O'Mara was, on motion of Alex. Wallace, appointed to represent the club at the conference. Business is at a standstill. The receipts of roses are still disproportionately heavy, but the stock sent in as such can hardly be honored by the name of roses. Most of it is the raggedest kind of rub- bish ever seen. Sweet peas are still a daily avalanche. They are well sold if they bring a cent a bunch. Carnations are on the downward path as regards •ize of flower, but the stems grow bigger and bigger. There are heavy shipments of gladioli coming in and a few asters of fair quality are seen. Vacations are in order. J. I. Raynor is ! an absentee this week. Mr. Mallon, the sage of Brooklyn, is about to start for a six weeks' sojourn at Mattitnck, where he will fish and crab and incidentally reflect on the lerious problems his friends, the commission men, have to face in July, and on his return may be expected to emit some rare philosophy. John Krai, of Moore, Hentz & Nash, goes away for three weeks, and after hij return the boss will have a chance at it. J. Pleischman says that his new apart- ment hotel on East Thirty-first street, bnilt at a cost of $700,000, has been leased for twenty-one years at $50,000 per year. Wm. F. Ka«ting, of Baflalo, sailed for Europe on the S. S. Kaiser Wilhelm der Grosse July 15. He expects to return about September 2. Visitors: W. J. Palmer, Buff"alo; W. J. Elliott, Pittsburg; Mr. and Mrs. Ohlmer, Washington, D. C. Philadelphia. SUMMER FLOWEHS NOW SUPPLEMENT THB GENBRAL STOCK, — DOUBLE WHITE PETU- NIAS HANDY FOR FUNERAL WORK. — DIS- TINGUISHED VISITORS. -PERSONAL NOTES. Asters are now coming along in fair shape. The colors are varied, there being good white, purple, lavender and shades ot pink. They make quite an addition to thegeneral stock, which is now at its low- est ebb. Water liliei are also to be had in quantity and quite a show can be made with them for little money, which is a strong point these dull summer days. S. S. Pennock is getting quite a lot of gladioli from the south. They are good but not quite so long in the stem as they grow with us. Kaiserin, Camot, Lib- erty and Meteor, with tome Golden Gate and a few left over Beauties, make up the rose assortment. Prices range from $4 to $6 per hundred, with perhaps a dollar or two more for something a little extra. Double white petunias come in handy at this seaion for design work, as white carnations are scarce and at from 25 cents to 50 cents per hundred they also have the advantage of being much cheaper. We were honored on Wednesday with a visit from Patrick O'Mara. W. J. Stewart and Robt. Halliday, who came to consult with President Burton. Messrs. Stewart and O'Mara proceeded on to Asheville to make final arrangements for the conven- tion. Robert Craig is still at Snmmit, N. J., and we are glad to say he is reported on the mend. We sincerely hope to soon see him home again. W. W. Crawford, son of Robert Craw- ford, Jr., sailed last Wednesday for a three months' European trip. K. Chicago. CUT FLOWER MARKET IN THB MIDST OF ITS DULL SEASON. — LITILE LOCAL BUSI- NESS AND SHIPPING ORDERS HARD TO FILL. — STOCK TOO SOFT TO TRAVEL — DOINGS OF THE GROWEBS.— CARNATIONS BEING BENCHED EARLY. — A NEW GER- MAN ROSE AT EVANSTON. — VACATIONS NOW THE ORDER OF THE DAY. — PER- SONAL DOINGS AND OTHER NOTES. This has been another very quiet week in the wholesale market. The city trade is very light, the local retailers, particu- larly those of the better class, reporting buiiness as practically dead. Samuel, ■on, Wienhoeber, Fleitchman, Smyth and Wittbold all say there is nothing doing except an occasional funeral order. The people upon whom these stores depend for their trade are always away for weeks at a time in the summer and little is to be looked for from them before the middle of September. The stores the customers of which are not of the class which summer at the seashore are doing a Httle better, but not much; none of them can use more than a very little stock. Shipping trade is holding up better than the city business but the orders are usually small and, at that. It is sometimes impossible to fill them, for the stock averages so poor that some- times it is not possible to pick out ship- ping material. Under these conditions of course the small percentage of tight buds brings good money and the great majority ot the wide open stock fetches almost nothing at all. Rose prices, therefore, range from 25 cents a hundred to 10 cents apiece, the latter for some of Bassett & Washburn's good Liberties. Carnations run all the way from 20 cents a hundred to $2, the whites doing the best, but some of the wholesalers complain that the keeping quality of the stock is even less than usual in summer. The receipts are falling down each day but asters are more plentiful, so that the carnations will not be missed. Wietors are cutting some very good asters. The glut of sweet peas is not so heavy, although receipts are still above require- ments. Lilies the buyers do not seem to want at any price, particularly auratum. The many specialtiesof summer stock are all hanging fire, but gypsophila is selling steadily at cheap prices for use in funeral bunches, to make the flowers stand up, the design makers lacking ambition to wire the stock in the hot weather, and then it gives a very graceful effect. Weiland & Risch are busy benching carnations. They are making a specialty of Mrs. Lawson, devoting two- thirds of their big range of carnation houses to it. They had splendid results with this variety last year but did not get the cut until after Christmas, because of late housing, they think. One ot the features of the place this winter will be the new rose, Souvenir de Pierre Notting. Mr. Risch, Sr., saw the stock in Luxembourg last year and thinks highly of it. The color is a deep yellow. John S. Forster, of Evanston, has dis- posed of his place and will locate in Cali- fornia, leaving for the coast about August 1. Mr. Forster has been a con- tinuous subscriber to the American Florist since the first numberwas issued in 1885 and is one of the original charter members of the Society of American Florists. He has the best wishes of a large circle of friends for success and long life in his new home. Some of the big Beauty growers have this year found a tidy sum of easy money in the sale of their year-old plants. It was not long ago that the Beauties were dumped when it came time to replant the houses, but now there is a ready market for the old stock, as high as $6 a hundred being realized. E. E. Pieser, of Kennicott's, thinks there will be ready sale for field grown carnations from now on for a number of nearby growers report losses of plants from the rains. Those who have their stock on high or sandy ground have fine plants. Louis Gresenz ii now installed in his new home on Southport avenue and is happy, for Mrs. Gresenz is recovering from her recent surgical operation, one of almost exactly the character of that per- formed on the King of England. The daily papers report that, C. M. Anderson and his wife disagreeing, Ander- son offers to give her his business at 14 Colorado avenue if she will raise their two children. He wants to go to Wyo- ming for his health. Hugh Woell, of Bassett & Washburn's city force, is able to be about on crutches after six weeks in Alexian Brothers' Hos- pital as a reiult ot catching his foot in an unprotected elevator. Jamei Jensen, the landscape architect, will attend the annual convention of the Park and Outdoor Art Association at Boston next month and read a paper on "Parks and Politics." D. K. Woods, of Los Angeles, Cal., who has been spending a month's vacation at his old home in Pittsburg, Pa., passed through the city July 15 enroate to the coast. If you failed to get your greenhouse material or other supplies out of Chicago as promised, blame the freight handlers' strike. It tied up shipments for ten days. Among those who are planning to take in the trip to Asheville are C. A. Samuel- son, \i. S. Enders, of his staff, and lohn I'oehlmann. Miss I'lorence, daughter of F. F. Ben- thcy and bookkeeper for Benthey & Com- pany, is spending her vacation at New Castle. Miss Jennie Daniels, bookkeeper for Weiland & KIsch, is away on vacation. All the wholesale houses arc closing at five o'clock. Get your orders in early. igo2. The American Florist. 903 E. C. Atnling was at New Castle the early part of the week and now ii away at the lakes with his family. Brant & Noe are preparing to add four houies 20x193 to their range. A. C. Kohlbrand and Max. Ringier are again on dutv at Amling's. Visitors: Harry Balsley, Detroit; E. B. Krieger, formerly gardener for S. H. Bar- bour, Spokane, Wash., enroute home from Europe. Milwaukee. STOCK MORE PLENTIFUL THAN BUYBBS — SWEET PEAS IN GREAT OVEBSOPPLY. — LARGE STOCKS OF PALMS IN PREPARA- TION.— ABOUT NEXT YEAR'S CONVENTION. — MANY INSECT PESTS — VARIOUS NOTES. In the flower market the supply exceeds the demand. Sweet peas are particularly plentiful. If some growers would cut back half the crop so as to break out in new shoots with long-stemmed flowers when almost everyone's crop is oflF, things would even up in better shape. Roses are soft and ofl color. Carnations are very poor, except those of Heitman & Baerman, which are almost f qual to winter flowers. Some good gloxinias have been appreciated in market as a novelty and somegood displays of peren- nial flowers have met with favor, such as coreopsis, gaillardias, light blue lark- spur, candidnm lilies, the upright grow- ing white clematis, SpliiEa sorbifoHa, and so forth. Concerning the S. A. F. convention, there has been some talk of the next meeting coming here, but when any such rumor is traced to its source it is invari- ably found to have emanated from out- fids, perhaps due to some expressions prompted by sympathy. However, don't let these rumors deter any city from making a bid for the convention, because Milwaukee dropped the matter with the best of feelicgs long ago and has not the slightest desire for taking it up again for some time to come. Looking forward to fall trade, the C. C. PoUworth Company is filling up its houses with the usual good stock of palms and other decorative plants. In this particular line the hustle of the Holton & Hunkel Company has been somewhat remarkable. Of their plant taken in charge June 1, four houses have already been well prepared and filled with palms in variety. Their new house 40x200 i« well under way. The two illustrations on page 900 give just a peep at their latanias and kentias. The insect enemies to shade trees are out in force. There is an interesting quartette consisting of theelm leafbeetle, elm tree louse, cottony maple scale and the tussock moth. The spraying, thin- ning and fertilizing of trees is being car- ried on as never before in this city. The weather being so favorable just now, there is little doubt that, with our aid in spraying, the pests will soon be under control. There has been too much rain of late, although no serious damage has been done. Trees and all decorative plant- ings have done well, particularly where subsoils were thoroughly dried out last year. James Currie has made a decided Improvement in remodeling the entrance to Forest Home Cemetery. Heitman & Baerman, the carnation specialists, have well under way five new short-span houses. Frank DUger has pulled down one old house and is rebuilding it somewhat larger. . C. B. W. Buffalo. LITTLE TRADE AND VACATIONS ARE THE ORDER OF THE DAY.— TWO CELEBRITIES START FOR EUROPE. — CLUB MEETS. — THE ASHEVILLE TEI P.— PERSONAL NOTES. Trade is very quiet and the weather fine. Funeral work was good last Sat- urday but nothing doing since then. The store men have started their employes on vacations. W. T. Palmer has just returned from New York. W. F. Kasting and J. B. Wiese started Sunday for Europe. They expect to visit England, France and Germany and will begone about six weeks. From the talk it is certain that bet ween six and ten will go to Asheville. .Presi- dent Burton is certainly entitled to a good crowd. We do not know of any city which is desirous of having the 1903 convention. Toronto or Rochester would certainly be good places for it. The B. F. C. had a meeting last week and arrangements were made for the annual outing. I trust that the enthusi- asm will be as great as it was in New York and Denver. Buflalo is still fur- nishing athletes, even in Denver, for we still have a claim on Phil Scott. L. H. Neubeck has rented the George Troup greenhouses at Corfu. It shows prosperity and Louis is a hustler. Jerry Brookins' new houses at Orchard Park are fine and in keeping with the fancy stock turned out there. Emil Brucker will look after W. F. Kasting's business during his absence. Bison. St. Louis. CLUB MEETS OUTSIDE THE CITY AND HAS A GREAT TIME. — CARNATION COMPANY PLAYS HOST — LITTLE TO SEE IN THE GREENHOUSES AT PRESENT. — PLACE THOROUGHLY MODERN. — NOMINATIONS FOR OFFICES. — VARIOUS DOINGS. — LOCAL MATTERS. The July meeting of the St. Louis Florists' Club was held last Thursday at the greenhouses of the St. Louis Carna- tion Company. Twenty-three members and two visitors were present and a very enjoyable afternoon was spent in looking over the place under the guidance of J.W. Dunford and his partner, Mr. Call. Mr. Dunford met the club with wagons at the end of the car line. The first place to be inspected was the machine shop, contain- ing a gasoline engine, a pipe cutter and threader, a steel drill and emery wheel. In the greenhouses the stock was mostly thrown out. One 200-foot house was already replanted, principally with Mrs. Lawson. The field plants are looking fine, as are also the violets, of which some are planted in the house. In the business meeting the nomination ofofficers resulted in the selectionof the folio wing list of can- didates: For president, J. W. Dunford; vice-president, George Windier, Henry Emmons and R. J. Mohr; secretary, Emil Schrav; treasurer, J. J. Beneke; trustees, F. Ml Ellis, H. G. Berning, Wm. Adels, John Steidle and ]. Juengel. The election will take place at Edwardsville, 111., August 14, at the residence of Fred. Ammann. The trustees reported that the Negro Minstrel Band would be engaged for the picnic July 24 and started a collection for expenses. All members, with their friends, are requested to be at the east end of Ead's bridge at 10 a. m., where special cars will be in waiting to take them to the grounds. H. G. Ber- ning gave a short talk, on the best ways of increasing good feeling between the growers and the wholesaler!. He brought out some very good points. which were enjoyed by all. Mr. Dunford read a very mteresting report of hit average cut and returns for the last two years, comparing the months for each year, and showed that though some think one year better than the other, they average the same. After the meeting a very enjoyable lunch was set up by the host and Mr. Steidle then invited the club to visit his place, not very far ofif. Here were seen some carnations that were very fine for this hot weather, espe- cially Melba. Mr. Steidle has rebuilt his residence that was destroyed by fire some time ago. Geo. Waldbart has finished repainting his store and greenhouse. He made a very large design this week. It was seven and one-half feet from base to top, an arch with a clock in center. Carna- tions, roses and gladioli were used. The Michell Plant and Bulb Company is hard at work fixing up the place. The geraniums, of which they have a large assortment, and chrysanthemums are looking fine in the field. Mr, Hurst, of Tipton & Hurst, Little Rock, Ark., passed through the city last week on his way to Denver. R.J.M. Cleveland. CLUB MEETS AND PLANS A PICNIC. — FLOWER MARKET PRESENTS DILAPI- DATED APPEARANCE. — HAGBNBURGER BUILDING.— OTHER NOTES. The club held its regular meeting last Monday evening, between twenty-five and thirty members being present. The outing committee made its report and recommended Euclid Beach Park as a suitable place for the outing. Tuesday, July 22, was the date selected. It will be an all day aflair. Members and their families are requested to be on hand and a pleasant time is guaranteed. There will be all kinds of amusement for old and young. The flower stands in the Sherifi street market present a weary appearance on a Saturday night, a few palms and rub- bers, some belated bedding stock, a bunch or two of cut flowers, and, last but not least, the regulation number of grandmother's bouquets. All they need is the "ruffle" to carry one's memory back several decades, but for all that they find favor in the eyes of a certain class of customers. On August Schmitt's stand was noticed an exceptionally nice lot of carnations, considering the season. Carl Hagenburger, of Mentor, 0., has started on his new range of seven houses, three 20x110 and four 20x89. Palms, ferns and carnations will be grown for the wholesale trade. His stock of young ferns is in fine condition. Echo. Newport, Vt.— Dr. T. H. Hoskins, the eminent horticulturist, died at his home here June 25. WoODFORDS, Me. — Hans J. Neilsonwas married last month without taking his friends in the business into his confidence. Jacksonville, III.— Jos. Heinl hopes to join the St. Louis party to the Ashe- ville convention. He is a very regular attendant at S. A. F. meetings. Danville, III.— Rhoten Brothers & Company are building a greenhouse 34x250 tor violets. They are just start- ing in business, considering this city a good point from which to conduct a shipping business, with trains to Chi- cago, St. Louis, Indianapolis, Detroit and many smaller cities without change. 904 The American Florist. July ig^ Seventeenth Year. Svbaoription, $1.00 a year. To Europe, tS.OO. SubBcrlptionB accepted only from tnoie in the trade. Advertisements on all except cover pages, 10 Cents a Line, Agate; $1.00 per inch. Cash with Order. No Special Position Guaranteed. Discounts are allowed, only on consecutive Inter- lions, as follows — 6 times, 5 per cent; 18 times 10 per cent; 36 times, 20 per cent; 52 times, 30 per cent, ver space sold only on yearly contract at 11.00 per inch, net, in the case of the two front pages, regular discounts ap- plying only to the back pages. The Advertising Department of the Ambrican Florist is for Florists, Seedsmen and Nurserymen and dealers in wares pertaining to those lines on/y. Orders for lest than one-hall inch space not accepted. Advertisements must reach us by Wednesdajj to cecure insertion in the issue for the following Saturday. Address AMERICAN FLORIST CO., Chloago. Therb continues to be a demand for coilipetent greenhouse help in all depart- ments. A GOOD coat of white paint is an invest- ment which many florists make too infre- quently. The country florist shows wisdom when he keeps the place always "tidied up;" it draws trade. Thb showing made this spring by the Crimson Rambler rose is a guarantee of a big demand for it next season. Therb is a steadily increasing sale for raffia in this country. To have the best success in its use it should be tied dry, just as it is taken from the bales. We are indebted to Messrs. Bottomley and Keritein for an excellent series of Noith Carolina photographic views, one of which appears in this issue, page 899. Incarvillba Delavayi has proved hardy in the vicinity of Chicago, with light protection. It is a fine addition to the list of desirable border plants and apparently prefers a sunny situation to one that is shaded. Legitimate "want" advertisements are an index to a paper's circulation, iti standing with the people and its value to general advertisers. Each "want" adv. in the American Florist is genuine; It pays to answer them. Greenhouse Building. Washington, D. C— A. B. Garden, three houses 30x130. Fort Dodge, la.— P. L. Larson, three houses 22x74. Salt Lake City, Utah.— Salt Lake Floral Company, five houses 16x105. Cleveland, O.— G. W. Smith, house 9x65. Niles Center, 111.— John Brod, range of houses. Indianapolis, Ind. — H. W. Rieman, rose house. Baur & Smith, carnation house. La Crosse, Wis. — SalzerSeed Company, range of houses. St. Louis, Mo.— Missouri Botanical Garden, ran)ie of houses. Syracuse, N. Y. — Henry Morris, house 27x100. Milwaukee, Wis. — Holton & Hunkel Company, house 40x200. Heitman & Baerman, five houses. Chicago, 111.— Brant &Noe,tonr houses 20x195. Brooklyn, N. Y.— H. Stalhnt, house 15x65. Fall River, Mass.— Seth A. Borden, two conservatoriet. Heating Surface. Ed. Am. Florist:— Under ordinary con- ditions how many feet of heating surface are recjuired to maintain 70° tempera- ture in a range of 10,000 feet of glass when it is zero outside? J. C. F. If hot water is to be used from 4,500 to 5,000 square feet will be desirable, but it can be done with 2,500 feet of steam pipe. L. R. Taft. Chicago to Asheville. Everyone from the west and north- west is invited to join the Chicago party to the S. A. F. convention. If you buy through tickets see that they read via Big Four railroad Chicago to Cincinnati. Round trip fare from Chicago, $24.80. Write E. F. Winterson, 4o Wabash ave- nue, or the American Florist and accommodations will be reserved for you on the cars from Chicago, which will be a part of the special train from Cincinnati to Asheville. Washington to Asheville. If there is any one in Washington or vicinity who has not been seen by the writer in regard to the trip to Asheville for the S. A. F. convention, and who would like to join us, will he kindly let me know at once, so that arrangements can be made for the convenience of all. I can assure all of a delightful time in the wonderful country to which we go this year. The rate from Washington will be $14.95 for the round trip, over the Southern R. R. Quite a number are planning to go in a party and I will be pleased to furnish further information about the trip. P. BissET, State Vice-President. Twin Oaks, Washington, D. C. Piping a House. Ed. Am. Florist: — Would be pleased to be advised how many runs of 1-inch pipe will be required for 6team in a green- house 20x100 to maintain 60° when the temperature outside is 15° below zero. The walls of the house are five and eight feet respectively, and the ridge twelve feet. What size flow and return pipes should be used? H.N. The house can be heated as desired by means of fifteen 1-inch steam pipes. Although a 2-inch pipe might be used, it will be better to have a 2' 2-inch flow and either a IVa-inch or 2-inch return. If the main is lun through the house and feeds the coils at the farther end it will take the place of two of the returns. L. R. Taft. Heating 'With Fiues. Ed. Am. Florist:— I have two green- houses, one a lean-to nine feet wide and nineteen feet long, built just back of the store and potting shed, attached to and protected by them. The other is an even- span house 11x27 running at right angles to the lean-to, the two houses being connected. How can I heat these two houses by flues from one furnace? If this is not feasible what is the best arrangement for two furnaces. The temperature outside sometimes goes 14° below zero. The houses are used for palms, ferns and miscellaneous house plants and' bedding stock. In Nebraska which will be more econonical, coke or wood? C. N. If a good rise can be given the flue and a good draft can be secured it will be possible to use one flue running through both houses. Otherwise it will be neces- sary to build two furnaces and run one flue in each house. It will not be satis- factory to run two flues from one furnace unless it is constructed with two fire boxes. The economy of the two kinds of fuel cannot be stated without know- ing what they cost. Either will give good results. If coke is cheap I would advise that it be given a careful trial, as if the furnace is shut up after the fire is well started it will give otT a steady heat for a long time. L. R. Taft. White Ants or What? Ed. Am. Florist:— Our gardener is in trouble and has been for the past two seasons and he now turns to you for information and possible relief. We have a great number of flower beds on the grounds and something has attacked and destroyed them to such an extent that the beds were replanted sometimes twice over. He showed me the cause to-day and at the roots are numerous insects, whitish in appearance which bore into the stalks and make them as hollow as pipe stems, eventually destroying the plant. He has been advised to dose them with coarse salt, and that is what he hai done for three springs, but this year they seem as bad as ever and he is discour- aged. Can you suggest any remedy? They look to me to be white ants; just the form and actions of ants. This last spring he changed the loam entirely, thinking perhaps that would improve matters, but without any improvement. Do you recognize this condition and can you suggest any remedy? J. ^-^ I think there is very little doubt that the damage described is due to the white ant (Termes flavipes). In addition to the better known and more serious dam- age which they often cause to buildings or to books and papers, they occasion- ally become a distinct pest in greenhouses and conservatories, attacking cuttings and the roots and stems of plants. The damage is apt to be more noticeable in the case of large-stemmed herbaceous plants such as geraniums, but the injury is not infrequent in the propagating benches and on roots of smaller plants. The source of the termite in greenhouses is usually the woodwork of the building, or plant benches, which, when somewhat moistened and partly decayed, are espe- cially attractive to these insects. From such locations they carry their galleries to the roots of plants. In one instance the termites were found working on the label sticks, the removal of which gave immediate relief The remedy is not always easy, unless the old wooden framework of the benches and propagat- ing beds be removed and replaced with a framing of gas pipe and stone plates. The individuals about the plants can often be killed by injecting into the ground about the plants kerosene emul- sion or bisulphide of carbon, using the latter, however, in very small quantitict and not too near the plants, otherwise the death of the latter will result. All such remedies are merely palliative, for unless the woodwork in which these creatures are breeding is examined and corrected they will continually re-intro- duce themselves among the plants. Creosote is an effectual preventive. The means of controlling this pest are given in detail in circular No. ;")0, second series, of the U. S. Department of Agriculture, Washington, D. C. C. L. Marlatt. igo2. The American Florist. 905 OBITUARY. WILLIAM J. CROWE. At the age of 32 years, William J. Crowe died at Denver, Col., on July 11, after a brief but ineffectual struggle to regain hii health. He went west nearly two years ago, from Utica, N. Y., in ■which city his father, Peter Crowe, has snccessfnlly conducted a large rose grow- ing establishment for many years. The sincere sympathy of the craft goes out to the bereaved wife and two little danght- eri and no less to the aged father and mother whose dearest hope has been to save this only child. He was esteemed by all who knew him and was affection- ately called "Billy" by his acquaintances. Exactly one week before his death he attended a picnic of The Park Floral Company employes, where he responded to a toast and feelingly alluded to the affection which he recognized was evi- denced by this nickname. He made a brave fight and was cheerful and sunny to the last. Fortunately when the end came it came quickly and without pain. Mr. Valentine accompanied the widow and the remains to Utica where the inter- ment took place under the auspices of the Masonic order. San Antonio, Tex.— Mrs. C. Hanser has a fine range of glass and a good busi- ness, although trade is always quiet here In midsummer. The business was estab- lished thirty years ago. Mrs. M. Freder- ich is another luccesstnl florist. She succeeded Hensel & Company some years ago and, besides her gardens and green- houses at 102 Cherry street, has a store at 313 Alamo Plaza. SITUATIONS. WANTS, fOR SALE. Advertisements under this head will be inserted At the rate of ten cents a line (six words) each insertion. Cash must accompany order. Plant sdvs. not admitted under this head. Every paid subscriber to the American Florist for the year 1903 is entitled to a five-line want ADV. (situations only) free, to be used at any time during the year. SITUATION WANTED— By all-around grower, 10 J ears in one place. Reference. \Vest pre- ferred. AVm. Kirkham, 148 Dearborn St., Chicago, SITUATION WANTED — By a thoroughly experienced young lady, who is a good designer, saleslady andbook-keeper. Address G L, care American Florist. SITUATION WANTED— By young man in com- mercial place, American, married, 5 years' experience. Al references. Address Hustler, care American Florist. SITUATION WANTED— By a young man, age 23, in a floral store; good designer and deco- rator, 6 years' experience, first-class references. Address Store, care American Florist. SITUATION WANTED— By young man. 18 years, as helper; 3 years' experience; sober, honest and willing to work. Adaress John Eeinger, li9 Charleston St., Louisville, Ky. SITUATION WANTED—As working foreman, in western states; 19 years' experience in growing cut flowers and general stock; age 35. Address E. Horn, 1200 Olive St., St. Louis. "Mo. SITUATION WANTED — By first-class all- around grower and florist, roses, pinks, etc.. general stock; sober, reliable, married man; ref- erences; commercial or private. East preferred. Grower, care W. .J. Stewart, 79 Milk St.. Boston. •OITUATTON WANTED— As foreman by a prac- "^ tical florist. A No. 1 grower, witheirht years" experience. Good references as lo ability and hat>its; a hustler. Distance no object. Good wages expected. Address T E, care American Florist. SITUATION WANTED— To take charge of a private estate, or as manager of commercial business. Large experience in greenhouse and out of door work, and capable of filling either position to satisfaction of employer. Address A B, care American Florist. SITUATION WANTED— By Aug. 4, a flrst-class carnation grower, aged* 28, German, exper- ienced in eviTV branch of the trade, would like to take charge of department or run a medium sized place. Pirst-clasi recommendations as an honest, sober and faithful worker. Good wages expecti-d. Address Alabama, care American Florist. W ANTED— Ro.se section man. Call or write. Brant tt Noe, Forest Glen, 111. W ANTED— Rose grower to take charge of sec- tion; steady position to right party. J. F. NViLcox, Council Bluffs, Iowa. W ANTED— A man with experience in growing roses. References required. RoBT. Scott ^t Son, Sharon Hill, Del. Co., Pa. WANTED— Greenhouse men; steady work; will pay good wages. Wiih or without, board. Address R, care American Florist. WANTED — Experienced carnation grower; good wages and steady employment to right man. J. D. THOJirsoN Carnation Co., Joliet, 111. WANTED— Florist, single, German, middle age, with good reference to grow cut flowers and pot plants. Mrs. Gej. Waldbauer, Saginaw, Mich. WANTED — Two young men to work in green- houses—Roses and carnations. State wages wanted with board. Address Cole Bros., Box 577, Peoria, 111. WANTED — Rose growers and helpers; also one man that understands growing chrysanthe- mums. The highest wages and steady work. Bassett a Washburn. Hinsdale, 111. WANTED— A young man with some experience in greenhouse work. State wages with room and board. Must be sober, reliable and good worker. Fred. J. King, Ottawa, 111. WANTED— Assistant in rose and carnation houses, also boy to learn the business. State age and wages wanted, including board and washing. Apply to John L. Wtland, De Haven, Pa. WANTED— A young man who understands something about orchid and fern growing. State where last employed and wages wanted, with board. Address J. M. GA8SEH Co., Euclid Ave., Cleveland, O. WANTED— A good A No. 1 rose grower, one that is able to take entire charge, at times, of a gereral, retail establishment of 10,000 feet of glass. State wages expected and references. Address Ohio, care American Florist. WANTED AT ONCE— A good florist: must be sober, honest and good worker, one that is capable of taking full charge of medium sized place, and grow roses, carnations and 'mums, and plants for retail trade; $30 per month and board. S. GiBBS, Woodville, Pa. WANTED— Good rose, carnation and 'mum grower, also general greenhouse work, small retail place; must be honest, sober, and good worker. State age. wages wanted. References. Steady position to right'raan. Address W, care American Florist, Chicago. FOR SALE — Greenhouses and dwelling, (no stock), centrally located in city of 4,5C0: long established paying business; no competition; 3,200 feet of glass. Cause, death of owner. Address Mrs. Mart Bezner, Extrix., Jerseyville, 111. FOR SALE — In Leominster, Mass., florist's business with large stock and supplies; best location in town. Owner is about removing from town and will sell out. This is your opportunity. Address A. L. Walker, Leominster, Mass. Telephone 137-13. TD^OR SALE— 2,000 feet second-hand greenhouse J- glass in good condition; no putty on. Price, $3.50 per 100 feet. Also pipe, from 1-nich to 4-inch; not cast stuff; fittings and sash bars. Let me hear Irom you if you can use any of these. Charles Helm, Stevens Point, Wis. FOR SALE OR LEASE— In a city of about 50,000 population, a well established green- house plant of 2,500 feet of glass, good dwelling, barn and everything complete. Will sell on easy terms or rent as loog as parties want, but parties leasing same must buy btock. Don't answer unless you mean business. B J, care Am. Florist. FOR RENT— At Frederick, Md.. greenhouses in complete order. 162x20, 63x18," 107x11. boiler room 60x18, equipped with No. 8 Kurman boiler, small heater and all necessary pipes; large mush- room pits, stable, two acr^s of ground; dwelling for rent in immediate neighborhood; coal, manure, labor cheap, city water; no stock on hand. Rent |300 per annum, half payable ia advance every six months. Ill health of owner compelled retirement from successful business; principally vegetables under glass and mushrooms for Wash- ington and Neiv York. Address -Henry Trail, Frederick, Md. Married man, no family, Protestant, one familiar with greenhouses and grounds. State references, age and wages. Only first- class men need apply. Address STEADY, care American Florist. Wanted Experienced Grower as second man on commercial place, wages $40.00 per month with modern hcuse, rent free. A steady position is assured to a competent and reliable man of good character; must be married, with small family, and willing to board his employer. HARRY DONNELLY. ROSEBANK, Station B.. CINCINNATI, O. MUSHROOMS. The best established mushroom growing plant in Chicago; moat complete equipment; largest fancy trade; for sale or rent cheap, immediately. Address MUSHROOM, 3236 Prairie Ave., Chicago, III. FOR RENT-ig Greenhouses. About 26,000 square feet of glass, near Philadelphia, population 80,000, no whole- sale place in the city. Rent 160 per month; ower will take rent in cut flowers for his retail place. BROOKSIDE OREEMHOLSES, Beading, Pa. FOR SALE. Complete Floral Establishment AT WHITE HALL, ILL. Only one there: 6,000 feet of glass, steam heated; also dwelling adjoining, all in good condition. Terms easy. Add revs P. n. BRUECK, Decatur, III. IRON TANK 16 ft. long, 8 ft. wide, 3 ft. deep. IN GOOD CONDITION. KENNICOTTBROS. C0.l?.1;*higayr Stenographer, Typewriter, Bookkeeper And party to take general charge of office wanted by eastern firm doing general Florist and Nursery business. Please apply with full particulars, salary expected, references, etc., to EXPERT, care Wm. J. Stewart, 79 Milk St., Boston, Mass. For Sale, a FIrst-Class Florist's Establishment containing over 20,OCO feet of glass, consisting of 9 bouses ail in fair condition. i)olng a lar^e growine business, wholesale and retail, and is situated within 4 miles of City Halt. Boston. Must sell on account of sickness. The above houses and stock can be bought tor $6,500. Coat of buildings alone was over $12,000. There are over 45 OOO feet of land which can be bought for a reasonable price, or will lease the land for any number of years. This land is increasing very fast In value. Located on the best avenue arouna Boston, 2 minutes walk from steam cars, and electric cars pass the door every minute. Address BOSTON, care American norlst. 906 The American Florist. July 7p, Pittsburg. NOTHING OF IMPORTANCE DOING IN A TRADE WAY. — OUTDOOR FLOWERS HELP MEET DEMAND. — DOINGS OF PROMINENT GROWER. — YAHIOOS OTHER NOTES. There are absolutely no features con- nected with trade to arouse the slightest interest. We are at last getting reason- able weather and this will be most accept- able to the men working under glass. Gladioli and asters are plentiful and fine in quality, bringing good prices. Roses are much improved over last week. Har- risii lilies are still to be had and frequent calls are made for them. Genevieve Lord is the best carnation we get. Joost is fair, but the whites are inclined to look sleepy. The sale of palms is active. Fred. Burki's houses, at Bellevue, have been reduced from thirty-six to twenty- six in number. Five of these were destroyed by the great wind storm last Easter. The others were dismantled at convenient periods, and it Is Mr. Burki's intention to do away with the Bellevue establishment altogether and put this property on the market. He devotes his entire time to the Pittsburg Carnation Company's plant at Bakerstown. Otto Reisch and Harry Graves, of Beloit, Ohio, report that they are mak- ing rapid progress in the completion of their new houses. Roses and carnations are to be their specialties. Julius Ludwig is preparing to go east. A trip on the Hudson and a visit to Bos- ton will be two of the features. Sam. McClements and family will spend the summer at Bakerstown, where he has a large stock farm. Fred. Burki will attend the S A, F. convention at Asheville. E. L. M. Newport, R. I. "The First Grand Horticultural Exhi- bition" of the Newport Horticultural Society will be held at the Casino, New- port, R. I., July 22 and 23. The schedule provides lor displays of plants, cut flow- ers, fruits and vegetables and the prize money aggregates a handsome sum. Secretary Thomas Fieldhouse reports entries to insure a very successful show. Among the special prizes are three offered bv Mrs. Perry Belmont, aggre- gating $95 for groups ot miscellaneous plants, $25 by F. P. Garrettson for groups of palms and foliage plants, a silver cup and $15 oSered by Mrs. Burke- Roche for groups of caladinms and ferns, F. Neilson's cup and $10 for display of gardenia blooms, Mrs. Fish's cup and $15 for stove and greenhouse plants, $25 for groups of ferns, $25 for displays of car- nations, $25 for fancy basket of flowers and $50 for table decorations. The soci- ety's prizes include $35 lor displays of orchids and $35 for mantel decoration, the latter competition open to florists only. The S. A. F. medals are offered for new plants. FANCY and DAGGER FERNS 75 CENTS PER 1000. BRONZE OR GREEN GALAX K/" I AIIDCI FESTOONING, just the Ihiot; for LA UUfcL summer docoriitions. only 1. h and ,-j Gc ppr yd. Discount on ferns " II ! : iirel in large quantitifiS. Milllngton, Mass. TeL office, New Sulem, lUcKELLAR & WINTERSONCO. Supply Everything TTsed by Florists, Nurserymen, Gardeners, Seedsmen Cemeteries, Parks, Etc. HEADQUARTERS on CUT-FLOWERS 45-47-49 Wabash Ave. Main 1129. •••C>lllC>/%(lO Wbol^ale power/\arK^ Milwaukee, July 17. Rosei, Be&aty, med.per doz. 1.00@ 1.50 •hort " .50® .75 " Liberty 6.00® 8.00 " Bride, Bridesmaid 4.00® 6.00 " Meteor 4.00® 6.00 " Golden Qate 4.00® 6.00 " Perle 4 00(3 6.00 narnationi, oidlnaiy 1.0 «" 2.00 Sweet peas 10® .25 A-diantum 75® 1.00 BmUaz 18.00@20 00 A.iparagui 65.00 OommoQ ferns .25 PlTTSBITBe, July 17. Roiei, Beauty, specials 20.0C@2>.00 " " extras 10.00®15.00 " " No. 1 4.00® 6.00 " " No. 2 2.00 " Bride, Bridesmaid 1 00® 5 . 00 " Meteor 50® 3 00 narnations 50® 3.00 Asters 1.0S@ 1.50 Lilly of the valley 2.00® 3.00 Harrisii lilies 10.00@13 50 Gladioli 4 01® 8.00 Sweet Peas 20® .60 Smilax 10.00®12.5a Adiantum 75® 1.00 AsparaKui 33.00®40.00 OraoiHIIATI, July 17. Roses, Beauty 10.00@21.00 " Bride 2 00® 4.00 " Bridesmaid 2.00® 4.00 " Meteor 2.80® 4.00 " Perle 2.00® 4.00 Liberty 2.00® 4.00 La France 3.00(a 4.00 Kaiserin.. 3.O0® 4.O0 Oainatlons 75® 1.50 Lily of the valley 3.00® 4 00 Sweet peas 20@ .25 Asparagus 50. Ou Bmilai 12. EO Adiantum ouneatum 1.00 Common ferns .15 St. LoniB, July 17. Roses, Beauty, short stem 3.00@12 0) Bride, Bridesmaid 2.00® 4.00 " Golden Qate 2.00® 5.00 Carnations, ordinary 75(0) 1.00 *' ohoioe 1.50 Asters 1. 00 Hollyhocks 1 .CO Gladioli, Tuberoses 3.00(" 5.0O Ismene lilies S.Otftn 6,00 Lily of the valley 3.00("' 4.0O Sweet peas .25 Smilax 12.BC@1B.00 Asparagus Sprengeri 1.00® t.BO " Plumosus 1.00® 1. BO "Fumigation Methods" BY PROr. JOHNSON. Every Grower needs CI nH Ihls book Price <))■•"" AMERICAN FLORIST COMPANY, 324 Dearborn Street, CHICAGO. E. H. Hunt, WHOLESALE Cut flowers THE "OLD RELIABLE,*" 76 Wabash Ave., CHICAGO. Poehlmann Bros. Co. Wholesale Growers of .« Cut Flowers ■sd Dealers I All telegraph and telephone orders given prompt attention. 35"37 Gbssnbouses: Randolph Streelt Morton Grove, IlL CHICAQO, ILL. The Cincinnati Cut Flower Co., *f,Siro; WHOLESALE FLORISTS. Consignments Solicited. Special Attention Given to Shipping Orders. HEADQUARTERS IN MICHIGAN FOR FANCY CUT FERNS. Michigan Cut Flower Excliange. Fani-y fresh cut Fprns, JI.OO per KKX). I)is(.-oiiiit on lurjje orders. Give us a trial for Ferns the vear around. BRONZE GALAX, $1.00 per thousand. 2B Miami Awe . DETROIT, MICH. H.G.BERNING Wholesale riorlst <322 Pine St., ST. LOUIS, MO. Frank M. Ellis, WHOLESALE fLOBIST. 1316 Pine Street, ST. LOUIS, MO. CONHIGNMENTS SOLICITBD. C. A. KUEHN. Wholesale Florist, UZZ PINE STREET. ^ »T. LOUIS, HO. iVA complete line of Wire Defllgiu. Pittsburg Cut Flower Go. Ltd WHOLESALE FLORISTS. ■^^^— PItlsburg, Pa. Please mention the American Florist ivhen writing. It joar Business Methods «rc right 70a can make m prolt on an adTcrtlieaient kert. I<)02. The American Florist. 907 Bassett&Washburn 76 & 78 Wabash Ave., CHICAGO. Wholesale Dealers and A-.£ ^\m.^mmak.mtm. Growers of ll III MOWClS GREENHOUSES: HINSDALE. ILL. WIETOR BROS. ""'"'"..Cut Flowers Growers ( AU telegraph and telephone orders given prompt attention. 5J Wabasb Avenue, CHICAGO, FRANK RARLAND, 1 Cut Flowers Wholesale Grower I^KI«1V® SPECIAL ATTENTION QIVEN TO HARDY CUT • 55'57 WABASH AVENUE, Telephone Central 3284. OHXOA.OO. fiEO. REINBERG, "ssa.! Cut Flowers Choice American Beauties. We wili take oare of your orders at reasonable prices. Prompt attention. W Waba«h Ave., CHICABO, ILL. PETER REINBERG, Crower and Wholesaler of Cat Flowers. eOO.OOO PIHT OP QLASa. Headquarters for Amerloan BaautjF. 51 Wabash Av»., ■ CHICAeO. ILL JOHN MUNO, Wholesale Grower piif r|A|l|QrA and Shipper of ll [I [ rlUllulu Koom 221. 51 Wabash Ave., CHICAGO. Tblephoiis Cektbal 3598. All telegraph aai telephone orders given prompt attention. I Holton & Hunkel Go. I Wholesale florists. i 467 Milwaukee St., MILWAUKEE, WIS. ^^ Kt W JK "^^ Bronze or green, 75c per ■ ■/ml IM ^. 1000, in 3 OU lots or over; ^-*''^^"'^-'"- single 1003, $1.00. Fern, Fancy, $3.50 per 1000; Fern, Dagger, $1 50 per lOOO. Leucothce Sprays, bronze and green, assorted sizes, 41 per 100. Green sheet moss, $3,50 per bbl. bag. L. J. KRESHOVER. ltO-112 W. 27th Street, NEW YORK CITY. Telephone call. 597 Madison Square. HARHY A. BUNVARP. Mer. NEW YORK AND ATLANTIC CITY at |18.00 for the round trip, via Nickel Plate Road, July 17th and 3lst. Return limit 12 days. Stopover at Chatauqua Lake and Niagara Falls within final limit. City Ticket OfJice, ill Adams St. John Y. Calahan, General Agent, Chicago, will be pleased to give detailed information. 3S AinPrirrin Always do business, /lllllyl ILQII Week days and everyday llOriSlS ^'^<^y^ ^°d holidays, A A Ari« ^" °^" *^^ country, ^r 'V /lUO At home and abroad. E. C. AMLING, PRICE LIST. The Largfest, Best Equipped and Most BEAUTIES. Centrally Located Wholesale Cot 34-inch stems, perdoz., $-2.00 T7f tt . /-•i. . ao ■■ .. ' ^ .. 150 t lower House m Chicago. 16 " " " 1. 00 6to8-in, " perlOO $4.00 5^00 Ail W~ U .,^ ^ ^ . .r^ .u^ .—^ Meteors 2.00 4.00 Gates 2.00 4.00 h ^-^ Carnations 1.00 1.50 ■ _,^ ^^' __ ___, ,_^ __ ^,^ CallRS perdoz., 1.00 1.25. M g\ ^% g^ CI C> g\ g^ Auratums, perdoz., 1.25 1.50 III dW W^ UU ^% V V I i A Sweet Peas 25 .40 ■■■ V-T ^-y* ^-* V_F VF ■ ■ • Valley, select 4 00 5.00 ^^^^^^^_^^^__^^^^^^_^^_____ Marguerites 40 .50 ^^^^^^^^^"*^^^^**^^^^^^^^^^^^^*^'***^ Asparagus plumosus, per stg, .50 Sprengeri 2.00 4.00 During July and August, we close at 5 p. m. Galax " 1.25; .15 ^ j ^ , Ferns perlOCO, $1.00, .15 Long distance Phones 1977 and 1999 Central. Adiantum 50 .7o Prices subject to change without notice UZ'UD KSnUOipll Oli uHluAuUi ILLi J.a.BUDL©NG Boses and Carnations A Specialty.,... 37-39 Randolph Street, CHJCAGO. WHOLESALE 6R0WER of cut FLOWERS Wbol^ale power/\arK^ Chioaso, July 18. Bosei, Beauty, 24-inoh stems 20 " " " " 15 " " 12 " " 6to8 " "per 100 4 " Bride, Bridesmaid 2 " Meteor 2 Perle 2 " GoldenQate 3 Carnations 1 Lily or the valley 4 Harrisii 6 . Auratums, perdoz., 1.0C@1 50 Cattleyas per doz. 6.00 Sweet peas Asparagus, per string, .50 Adiantum Common ferns, per ICOO, 1.0C(ffil.50 ualax leaves, per 1000 fl . 25 Smilaz per dozen 1.>5S 1.50 2.0O 1.50 1.00 .75 00® 5.00 .00@ 4.00 .00@ 4.00 .00@ 4.00 .00@ 4.00 .CO® 2.00 .00® 5.00 00@10.00 .25® .40 .60® .75 .16® .20 .15 Bentheyi&Co. p. F. BENTHEY, Manager, Wholesale Commission Florists 31-35 Randotph St. CHICAGO. I^POonsignments solicited Extra Fine VALLEY During the summer, $1.00 to }5.00 per 100. H. IV. :BieXJK^JS, 1409.141 I W. IVadison St., CHICAGO. Chicago Carnation Co., Joliet, Illinois Mention the American Florist when writing to advertisers on this page. J. B. DEAMUD, V WHOLESALE ! Cut Flowers, 51 WABASH AVENUE, 'Phone Central 3155. CHICAGO. RICE BROTHERS WHOLESALE FLORISTS and FLORAL SUPPLIES. Receivers and Shippers ol Fresh Cut Flowers. Special attention to shipping orders. A com- plete line of Florists' needs. Send tor price lisU Prompt returns on all consignments. 128 N. Sixth St. MINNEAPOLIS, MINN. f lease mention the Amertcan tUfiii -wfien urrUtng, A. L. Randall, WHOLESALE FLORIST, 4 Washington Street, CHICAGO^ Send for weekly price list and special quotations on 1000 lots. WEILAND AND-RISCM CHICAQO'S RELIABLE Wholesale Growers and Shippers ol OUT FLOWERS. 59 Wabash Ave., Chicago. BEND FOB WBBKLY PBICB LIST. WHOLESALE FLORISTS Please mention the A mertcan Florist when wtiling. AMERICAN fLORIST ADS ALWAYS DO BISINESS Week days and every day, Sundays and holidays, ALL OVER THE COLNTRY^ AT HOME AND ABROAD. 908 The American Florist. July l^. Select VALLEY During July and Aufrust will be open from T;3J A. M. to 6.03 P. M. Saturdays, close at 1.00 P. M. SAMUEL S. PENNOCK, Wholesale Florist, IN QUANTITY. I6IMI LUDLOW ST., PKILWELPHI*, P«. GEO. A. SUTHERLAND, 34 Hawley St., BOSTON. Telephone 1370 Slain. BEST BOSTON FLOWERS. AU SuppUes. An entire f]oof Devoted to Stock and Manu- facturing. Distributing Agent for United States for the wonderful LETTER, unequalled for design work. Script, any color, 3V4c a letter. Block letters, XMx each. The most elaborate design work to order in a few minutes. Genbbal Aqentb: H. BAYERSDORFER & CO.. Philidslltbia. REED t KELLER. New York City. SEASONABLE CITY HALL GUT FLOWER MARKET WELCH BROS.s Props. 9 CHAPMAN PLACE, BOStOH, MBSS. 15 PROVINCE STPEE-^. * m^tm* J. K. ALLEN Fresh Flowers FOR- Late Weddings and any other occasion at bed-rock market rates. 106 W. 28th St., NEW YORK. Telephone 167 Madison Square. OPEN AT 6 A. M. DAILY. N. F. McCarthy & go. CUT FLOWERS M mL" "' 84 Hawley St., BOSTON. N.Y. GUT FLOWER EXCHANGE Coogan BIdg, 6th Ave. and W. 26th SL, New York. Open for rut Flower Sales at 6 o'clock Erery Morning DESIRABLE WALL SPACE TO KENT FOR ADVERTISING. JOHN DONALDSON, Secretary. $18.00 TO NEW YORK CITY And Atlantic City and return via Nickel Plate Road, July 17 and 31, and August 7th and 14tb, return limit 12 days. Stopover at Cbatauqua Lake and Niaeara Falls within final limit. City Ticket Office 111 Adams St. Write John Y. Calahan, General Agent, Chicago, for particulars. 37 Wbol^ale [lower/\arl^ Boston, July 16. Roses, Beauty, extra 10.00@3[l.00 " " medium 5 0C@ 8.00 " " culls .=iO® 2.00 " Queen of Edgely 10.00(5116 00 " Bride, Bridesmaid, Meteor. .f>M^ 2.00 " extr» 4.00)3 8 00 " Kaiserin Carnot 3.00(" am Sweet peas 05® .10 Oarnationi 23@ 1.00 Lily of the valley 2.0C@ 4.00 Lilies 3.00® 6.00 Adiantum 75® 1 .00 Asparagus 50.00 Smilai 10.00@12.00 Pmr.ADBLPHiA, July 16. Boses, Tea 4.00® 6.00 " " extra 7.00® 8.00 " Beauty, eitra 20.00®26.00 " " firsts lO.OOOlB.OO " Queen of Edgely, extra 20.0C(a'25.0O " '■ " firsts ...10. 00(i»IB. 00 Oarnatlons 1.00® 3.00 Lily of the valley 3.00® 4.00 Asparagus 25.0O@6O.00 Smilax 12.60@15.00 BnTPAio, July 17. Boses, Beauty 6.00@3B.00 " Brde, Bridesmaid, Meteor 4.00@ 7.00 Carnations 1.00® 2.00 Sweet peas 25('i> .50 Lily of the valley 3.00® 4.00 Smilax 1B.00@20.00 Adiantum 1.00@ l.BO Give Us a Trial. We Can Please You Roses, Carnations and all kinds of Seasonable Flowers in stock. Willi Ti KASTINUi misslo" FloHsti 481 Washington St., Buffalo, N. Y. Dealer in Florists' Supplies and Wire Designs. Open Day and NiRht. TMBD NEW YORK GUT FLOWER GO. 65 and 57 Wast 26lh St., WHOLESALE FLORISTS, Daily Reports. Weekly Payments. Telephones; 2239 Madison Sq. 2034 Madison Sq. J. A. WOLLANG, H ANASBB . GEORGE SALTFORD, Wiiolesale Commission Florist, 46 West 29th Street, NEW YORK. Fair dealing and prompt returns guaranteed. Correspondence solicited. ROVATZOS & MOLTZ Buy and Sell.... FLOWERS STar^Jr Headquarters, 56 West 26th Stroatp Opposite Cut Flower Exchanjre, NEW YORK CITY. ■\Vkitk, Telegraph oil Telepuone HARDY ^F»??;s."* A No. I quality $1 per 1000. , Brilliant Bronze and Green Galax. Jl perlCOO, inS.OCOlots. Laurel Festooning. 4. h and 6c per yard. Orders by mall, telephone or teletrraoh promptly attended to. Dis- count on ]:ir}:re o'ders. L. D. telenlioDp 3rtl8 ^lain. HENRY M. ROBINSON & CO.,32-36CourtSq., Boston. GARDENING This is till' paper to ri'coranu'nd to vour iMisliimiTs. till! leading linrlii'iiltiiral jniirnal in America for aniati-iirs $2.00 Par Year. Sample Copies Free. LiljiTiil lirnis to llorists wliotakcsnlisi-riplioiis. THE GARDENING CO. gt^rcVor.'iV.^a.s.A. THE AMERICAN FLORIST'S COLOR CHART PRICE 15 CENTS POSTPAID.' AKERICAN FLORIST CO., Dearborn SI., Chloai*. Ilf. During July and August store will be open from 7 a. m. to 6 p. m. LEO. NIESSEN, N. W. corner 13fh and Filbert Streets, Philadelphia. igo2. The American Florist. 909 FOR SEASONABLE FLOWERS JOHN I. RAYNOR, 49 W. 28th St., NEW YORK, WHOLESAI.E COMMIS- SION FLORIST. Telephone 1998 Madison Square YOUNG & NUGENT Tel. 2065 Madison Sq. NEW YORK. 42 West 28th St. Are supplying the most superb stock of SUMMER FLOWERS ever offered to New York buyers. Meteor, Liberty, Beauty, Bride and Maid Roses. Splendid Cattleyas Gigas and Meodellii. SEND FOR QUOTATIONS. Walter F. Sheridan, Wholesale Florist^ Telephone 902 HkdlBon Sqiure. 39 West 28th St., NEW YOKE. Telephone Noa. 2239 and 2034 Madison Square. MOORE, HENTZ & NASH Wholesale Commission Florists, 65 and 57 West 26th St., NEW YORK CITY. Adjoining New York Cut Flower Oo. salesroom. Finest Salesroom in the Trade. Inspection Invited. All business, selling or shipping, strictly commiiaioa. I u/uni ecu r WILLIAM GHORMLEY,p.„„,»»,.„| g yyillll rAllI r receiver km shipper of fresh cit flowers, daily stock or ail ljllM|ff||uullJll 'w ■■ 1 i^F ^^b^fB ■ l*^ TMc runirrcT i/ADirTirc ronu nrcT npAU/FDC u/Hn CHID Tn mfu/ vnou ^fw* ■■■■■■■ ^F^F ■ ^# ■ ■ ORCHIDS, ROSES, CARNATIONS, VALLEY. Q Talsphona 2200 Madison Squara, B7 WEST 28th STREET, NEW YORK CITY. JOHN YOUNG Special American Beauties, Surpassing Carnations, Lily of the Valley, Orchids, and all Seasonable Flowers. SI West 28th St., NEW YORK. Tel. 1906 Madison Sq. THE RECOGNIZED HEADQUAKTERS IN NEW YORK CITV FOR Violets and Garnatjons flROWERS and BUYERS make a note of this. It wUl be to your advantage. WM. H. GUNTHER^ 80 West 29th St., New York. Telephone 551 Madison Square. Frank Millang ^ Open from 6 a. m. to 5. p. m. Cut Flower Exchange, Phone 299 Madison Square. 55-57 W. 26th St. NEW YORK. B8TABLI8HED 1872. JOHN J. PERKINS, COMMISSION FLORIST, Solicits Consignments or Shipping Orders. Satisfaction given In both. Write lor Terms. 115 West 30th St., New York. Bonnot Bros. WHOLESALE FLORISTS. 55 and 57 W. 26th St. Npur York. Cut Flower Exchange, l-^CW 1 wriv. OPEN 6:00 A. M. An Unequalled Outlet for Consigned Flowers. Choice Carnations. Selected Roses. Traendly&Schenck NEW YORK QTY, 38 W. 28th Street, Cut Flower Exchange. New Telephone No. 798 rlni;.t2..')0perdo/..; HlUper lOO. F. A. 8ALLIR, Blootnlngton, Ml. rflEONIflS I igo2. The American Florist. 911 Our Pansiat, Cannat and Roias raceived gold medala at tha Omaha Expotllion In 1898 and tha ran-*mer)can ExDoiltlan In 1901. "Vaughan's International" Primrose Mixture. Unquestionably the best mixture ot Chinf se Primroses. It contains the largest variety of the best selling colors. Flowers large, beautifully fiinsed, borne in large clusters well above the rich green leaves. Put. (S.50 seeds) 50c; 5 pkts. (1350 seeds) $2.00. ■— CHINESE PRIMULA, Chiswick Red; Alba Magnillca, white; Blue, Pink, Striped. Each, per pkt. of 3E0 seeds. fOc; 1000 seeds. $1.75. DOUBLE CHINESE PRIMULA, white, pink, red or mixed, per pkt. 50c. VAUGHAN'S SEED STORE, VAUGHSN'S "INTERNATIONAL" Received the only reward for ^[ixed Pansies at ihe World's Fair. It is to-day better and more complele than ever. Jt contains the cream of the stock of 10 Pansy spt-cial- ists. There is no better mixture In existence, as all the florists who saw or used it can tell you. ^Price per oz., $10 00; ^s oz., $5.00; Jg oz., $1.50; trade pkt., 50c. VAUGHaN'S "GIANT MIXTURE." This mixture is specially made by us from all the si.-parate colors of Giant Trimar- deau the Giaot Bugnot and Gassier and several special strains which cannot be had any other way. If your trade demands large flowers there is no better mixture. Price, per !4 lb., $14."00; 02-., $4; \k oz., 60c; trad*? ptt., 25c. VAUGHAN'S "PREMIUM" MIXTURE. Embraces nil the varieties of the Fancy German Sorts. We have sold this mixture for Ihe past sixteen vears and it has given general satisfaction. Per pkt., 35c; M oz., 80o; V2oz.,l3.t0; oz.,}5,EiO. IMPROVED GERMAN MIXTURE. This is a mixture of three strains from different German growers, and is made up mostly of separate colors, with a sufficiently large percentage of white and jellow. Per large pkt., 25c; ^s oz., 40c; H oz., 60^; oz., $3.00. MASTERPIECE— NEW GIANT CURLED. This strain comes nearer to "Double Pansies" than anything ever introduced under that name. In reality the number of petals is the same as that in other Pai sy flowers, but they are crimped and curled m such a fashion that the fl wers appear dou- ble. The flowers ar« of enormous size, often three inches across, and the color varia- tions and combinations are odd and striking. Pkt. 50c; % oz. $1.00. CINERARIA VAUGHAN'S COLUMBIAN MIXTURE. A mixture of the best English aod German strains, unsurpas&f-d. Pkt. (1000 seeds) 50c; 3 pkta. $1.25. CINERARIA HYBRIDA, URGE FLOWERING, white. blood-red or crimson, double white or bestdouble milted, f ach. per trade pkt., 5Cc. CALCEOLARIA HYBRIDA, choicest mixture, pkt. 5Cc. 10 PER CENT discount on flower seed orders amounting to $2 and over for Cash with order. 14 Barclay Sfrest, New York. 84-86 Randolph St., Chicago. WM. LARZELERE & GO. (Established 1866.) Custom House Brokers Licensed under U. S. Laws. Notaries Public authorized to administer Customs declarations. PHILADELPHIA: 126 South 4th St. NEW YORK: 136 Water Street. With correspondents in principal ports of the U. S. and Europe. All matters relating to Customs laws attended to on bot;h Imports and Exports. Information given as to classitlcalion and values, and mttLod of shipping goods to and from the United States. Florists can save time and money by ccnsulting us in writing or person at our Philadelphia or New York oflices. Florists' Mignonette FOTTLER'S ECLIPSE. FIIiEST STRAIN EVER OFFERED. Immense Spikes. Very Fragrant and High Colored. GREENHOUSE-CROWN SEED. Trade packet of about, 2,C00 seeas, Sl.UU. SCHLEGEL &. FOTTLER CO. SEEDSSIEN, BOSTON. MASS. ^^Trade catalogue on application. Please mention ihe A merican Florist when writing. CINERARIA GIANT PRIZE, pkt., 50c. CALCEOLARIA GRANDIFLORA, pkt, 50c. PRIMULA CHINESE FRINGED, pkt, SOc. CYCLAMEN Gigantcum, ioos.75c; 1000,$6. PANSY SUPERB MIXTURE, oz., |5 00. W. C. BECKERT, Allegheny, Pa. RUPP XXX SEEDS- CHINESE PRIMROSE. Finest grown, large flowering, fringed, single and double, 15 vars., mixed, f^OO seeds, $l.CO; half pkt , 50c. Have also the 15 vara, separate. CINERARIA. Finest, large flowering, dwarf varieties, mised, 1030 seeds, TOj. DAISIES. l?inest Double Giant, puie white and rose, mixed or separate, 1,000 seeds, 25c. PANSY3 FINEST GIANTS. The best large flowering varieties in choicest mixture; critically selected. 5.000 seeds, $1.00; half pkt., 50c. ^^^Ca9h. a pkt. of new everblcoming Forget-me-not "Constance" added to every order. JOHN F. RUPP, Shiremanstown, Pa. '*The Home of Primroses." FAXON'S 'WHITE HOUSE' PANSIES. The best mixture in cultivation, flowers very large, thick and velvety; of superb colors and markings. The perfection of form and texture. In Trade Packets at $1,00 eaoh. M. B. FAXON, Lock Box 1528, BOSTON, MASS. Corre8fK)ndence 6oIicited. ASHEVILLE, NORTH CAROLINA. Society of American Florists National Convention, AIOIST 19th to 22nd, 1902, ASHEVILLE, NORTH CAROLINA. For this convention the "Big Four Route" (C. C: C. & St. L. Ry.) will sell tickets August 16. 17 and 18, sood for return leav- ing Asheville not later than August 25, at $34.80 for the round trip from Chicago and similarly reduced rales from all "Big Four" stations. Florists' Special train will leave Chicago 8:30 p. M. Sunday, August 17tb, running via "Big Four" to Cincinnati, thence via the Queen & Crescent and Southern Railways. Monday forenoon will be spent in Cincin- nati, sight-seeing, etc., leaving there at 2 p. 31. on the Florists' Special. Every florist should make a big effort to attend this con- vention, the flist to be held in the beautiful Southland. For berths in sleepers from Chicago or Cincinnati, and further information call on, or address E. F. Winterson, President Chicago Florists' Club, 45 Wabash Avenue, or .1. C. Tucker, Gen'l Nor. Agt. "Big Four", 234 S. Clark Street. Chicago. 'The Land of the Sky/ The eighteenth annual meeting American Florists will be held at Ashe- ville, August I9th to 22d, 1902. Low rates have been made via Queen & Crescent Route and South- ern Railway. Special train, composed of Pullman sleepers, will leave Cin- cinnati, Monday, August I8th, 2:00 p. m., via Queen & Crescent Route, and run through to Asheville via Southern Railway, arriving at Ashe- ville next morning 7:00 o'clock. Members will meet at Cincinnati and all go through together from there. For sleeping car reservations and full particulars regarding rates, write J. S. McCULLOUGH, W. A. BECKLER, X. \V. p. A., N. P. A., Queen & Southern Rv. Cresent Route. 225 DEARBORN ST. 113 ADAMS ST. CHICAGO, ILL. |@-OUK DIECTOBT FOR 1902 'WILI. BE MAII.ED TO YOU~^ t^-FKOaiFTLY UPON APPLICATION. FBICE T1VO DOI.LAIIS.1^ 912 The American Florist. July ig. The i^uRSERY TRat)B. AM. ASSOCIATION OF NURSERYMEN. Chas. a. Ilgenfritz. Pres. : D. S. Lake, Vice- Pres.; George C. Seager, Rochester, N. Y., Sec'y. Twentv-eijrhth annual convention, BetroU, Mich., June, 1903. The Fanners' Narsery Company, of Phoneton, 0., will remove to Tippecanoe, O., in time for the tall packing. The Texas Nurserymen's Association has been in session at Bryan this week. E. W. Kirkpatrick, of McKinney, presided. Genebal William J. Palmer, of Colo- rado Springs, Col., has been elected presi- dent of the International Society of Arboriculture. Tames Troop, State Entomologist of Indiana, has sent out a public notice that the seventeen-year locusts have done practically no damage to the nursery stock in that state. G. H. Powell, pomologist of the U. S. Department of Agriculture, has been visit- ing the Berckmans' nurseries at Augusta while on a tour Investigating the possi- bilities of shipping southern fruit to European markets. The Upland Nursery Company, at Lansing, W. Va., has bought the E. W. Reid equipment and reorganized with $5,000 capital stock. The officers are: President, J- M. Brown; vice-president, J. C. Dent; secretary and treasurer, E. B. Bowie. Acting on the suggestion contained in Prof. Bailey's recommendation that the American Association of Nurserymen establish a bureau of publicity. President Ilgenfritz has appointed C. M. Stark, Louisiana, Mo.; Ralph T.Olcott, Roches- ter, N. Y., and F. H. Stannard, Ottawa, Kani., as a committee on publicity. Merideo, Conn. craftsmen from NEAR-ltY CITIES ENJOY outing AT HUBBAHD PARK. — UNANIMOUS IN PRAISING TUB DEAUTIES OFTH E PLACE: On Wednesday, July 'J, members of the Hartford Florists' Club and the New Haven Horticultural Society were the New Climbing Rose Dorothy Perkins. When an introduced novelty proves an exceptionally good addition to the floral gems of the garden I feel like call- ing the attention of my friends to it. I have grown about all the so-called Ramblers, among the roses, and the justly praised hybrids of R. Wichuraiana, but none among them, not even the Crimson Rambler itself, the foliage of \yhich is not good with me, can compare w^lth the new climbing rose, Dorothy Perkins, a hybrid of R. Wichuraiana and Mme. Gabriel Luizet. It possesses the glossy foliage of the former and ithe satiny sheen in the texture of the pink buds that characterizes the flowers of Mme. Gabriel Luizet. It flowers in clusters of from ten to thirty, each flower considerably over an inch In diameter, the stem to the cluster being quite long, thus making them available for cutting and interior decora- tion. The buds are of good length and rival those of that charming fairy rose, Mme. Cecil Brunner, resembling bisque ■work in their daintiness. The flowers are fragrant and last a long time in good condition. It is said to have withstood a winter temperature of 20° below zero uninjured. W. C. Egan. guests of Arthur Hubbard, at Hubbard Park, Meriden. A gaily decorated tally- ho carried the Hartford visitors over and the eighteen-mile ride through the coun- try was greatly enjoyed. At Meriden they were met by the New Haven party, who had come by train, accompanied by Superintendent Keith, of the Bridgeport parks, and Secretary W. J. Stewart, of the S. A. F. The party, numbering about thirty, was then taken in charge by Mr. Hubbard and his associates on the Meri- den park board, Messrs. Bradley, Rock- well and Linsley, and Mayor Seeley. After light refreshments in the pavilion at Mirror Lake, the ascent to Fairyiew and on to Castle Craig tower and the east and west peaks of Meriden's famed hanging hills, more than 1,000 feet alti- tude, was made. Alpenstocks were pro- vided for all and they were found mighty useful In the arduous climb. The view in all directions from these majestic peaks, the highest elevation within fifty miles of the coast from Maine to Florida, is indescribably grand. A bountiful lunch was served in the shadow of Castle Craig, on the top of thecrag, after which several of the visitors spoke appre- ciatively of the scenic beauty and the rare enjoyment of the day. Mr. Hubbard, who is as unassuming and genial as he is public-spirited and generous, appeared to enjoy the outing as much as the most enthusiastic of his guests. Meriden has good cause to feel proud of her 1000-acre pleasure ground with its "forest and stream, cliff and cas- cade, hill and dale, lake and Island, meadow and mere," and of her first cit- izen, whose gift it was and who has bountifully supplied the means for its maintenance. Hearty were the cheers given for their indulgent friend and host as the boys climbed into their tally-ho and started for the homeward drive in the cool evening after a holiday filled with delight and instruction. Lilium narrisii Indispensable for Early Forcing, Our own growers pack all our Bermuda Bulbs and personally grow half our supply. Careful attention to the growing crop, weed- ing out diseased plants, proper grading of the bulbs when dug, business-like packiog and handling, all go to make success with Harrisii. We invite your orders under these conditions. Oar bulbs will pay you. Write for Prices before erosing any forcing slock orders. VAUGHAN'S SEED STORE 1 4 Barclay Street, New York. 84-86 Randolph St., Chicago. Import Freight Agents Delaware, Lackawanna & Western Railroad Co. at New York, N. Y. ^K^^^O^y. :KOON^oa /\eTJC Brides and Maids, 2-inch, $2.03 MCALLISTER per 100; $18.00 per 1003. COMPANY, Batavia, III. lStorrs& Harrison Co. PAINESVILLE, OHIO. KENTIA BELMOREANA, 2y2-inch pots, $8.00 per 100. 3-inch pots, $15.00 per 100, ■• •' 24 to 28 in,, fine bushy plants, |1.25 each; |15.00 perdoz. " '■ 30 to 32 in., perfect condition, |t.75 each; f 20.00 per doz. ARECA LUTESCENS, 3-inch pots, (3 plants in pot), |12 00 per 100. " " 6-inch pots, (3 plants in pot), 24 inches high, $70.00 per 100. I^E>RI^IS ffom 2X-inch pots. PTERIS TREMULA, a large stock of this in excellent shape, short stocky plants ready for shift. Always in good demand from any size pots, $2.50 per 100. PTERIS Adiantoides, Pteris Cretica Albo-Lineata, Pteris Alexandra, Pteris Ouvrardi, Pteris Serrulata. each, $2.50 per 100. O^YCHIUM JAPONICUM, $3.00 per 100. ADIANTUM PUBESCENS,$3.00 per 100. Good assortment of FERNS, our selection of varieties, $20.00 per 1000. PLUMOSUS. 21,^-inch pots, $4.00 per 100; 3-inch pots, $6 00 per 100. SPRENGERI, 2-inch pots, $2.50 per 100; 2y2-inch pots, $3.00 per 100. DRAC/tKA GODSEFFIANA. 3-inch pots, $1 SO per dozen. MARANTA MASSANGEANA, 2;^-inch pots, $3.00 per 100. LAST CALL 5 FOR Ml MS. All fine varieties in first-class condition, from 2-Incli pots. SOLEIL de OCTOBRE, yellow, TIMOTHY E4T0N, white, JEROME JONES, white, GOLDEN WEDDING, yellow, POLLY ROSE, white. JOHN K. SHAW, pink, SILVER WEDDING, white, YANOMA, white, WHITE BONNAfEON, white, WHITE IVORY, white. All $2.00 per 100. Robt.Craig&$on,Pliila.,Pa, I I Storekeepers Estra fine blooming CYCLAMEN PLANTS for a change in your window at $18.00 per lOU; $3.50 per doz. Cash or C. O. D. Asparagus Plumosus, 3-inch pots, at $7.00 per 100. C. WINTERICH, DEFIANCE, OHIO. 5,000 SMILAX, extra to close. 500 HIBISCUS, in 21/2 to 4-inch. 5,000 SPRENGERI, 2 to 6 inch. 5,000 PLUMOSUS, 2 to 5-inch. BOSTON FERNS, 4 to lO-inch. Let us book your order. GEO, a. KUHL, Pekin, 111. WANTED TO EXCHANGE. We want a go^d second-hand Hot Water Boiler, capable of heating 2.C0O feet of 4-inch pipe and wish to eschanKfl field-grown Carnations, ready Aug. 1 and later— Mrs. T. W. Law8on, G. Lord, E. Crocker, DAybreak, Wm. Scott. Jubilee, Flora Hill. For cash or exchanep. A No. I stock in everyway. S.T. DAN LEY, MACOMB, ILL. ASPARAGUS PLUMOSUS 3- inch strong, $5.00 per 100. SMILAX, 2- inch, atrong, $1.50 per 100. :B0JVE} StiS-^AJZ^m Best in the market for Florists' use, $3.50 per 200 lb. bag. ALBERT M. HERR, Lancaster, Pa. Please mention the A merican Florist when mriting, ASPARAGUS PLUMOSUS Extra fine, 3-inch stock, ^7.00 per 100. Write for prices on larger quantities. VAN WERT GREENHOUSES, Van Wert, 0. UAD DAUE rLAn I 9 Fottlers Bruns- wick, Succession and All-Seasons, field grown. 15c per 100; $1.00 per lOOO. Will give purchaser choice of varieties as ions as they last J. C. LEHDE, FORKS, ERIE CO., N. Y. fUase wtntion the American Florist w/ten writing. 914 The American Florist. Juh ig. Our pasTiMBS. Announcements of coming contests or other •vents of interest to our bowling, sbootiog and cycling readers are solicited and will be given place in tbis column. Address aU correspondence for this department to Wm. J. Stewart, 79 Milk St., Boston, Mass.; Robt. Kift, 1725 Chestnut St., Philadelphia, Pa.; or to the American Florist Co., 324 Dearborn St., Obioago, 111. Cricket at Haverfori. The employei of the Griscom estate, Haverford, Pa., and the cricket team of the Montgomery Nurseries, Villa Nova, Pa., played their first match Jaly 9, with an easy victory for the Montgomery Nurseries. The batting of f. Hushen, vyho gave a good exhibition of run getting, making tiity- three runs in thirty minutes, and the bowling of G. Gardner, were the features of the contest. John G. Gardner feels justly proud of their performance and is looking forward to many success- ful games now that the season is well started. For the Griscom team A. Weston, captain, batted well In the first innings but was unfortunate in his second venture. George Gardner captained the nursery team. The score follows: GBIS( OM ESTATE. First inning. T. Arobfleld c N Gardner 4 A. Weston o N. Card ner. . . 17 C Pollicutt b G. uardner.. I J. Carry t> lilackman 4 W. Ballard b G. Gardner., u T. Pendergrass s J. Bushen 4 F. Cassey b B.'acHnian 4 G. Weston b Gardner 2 F. Glass not out 0 Extras 4 Total 4) MONTGOMERY MUR8EEIES. G. Gardner, o Pollicutt 5 F. Ewins, runout (» N. Gardner, b Archfield 7 ■C. Duncan, o Pendergrass 0 J. Hushen, b Carry 53 J. Blackman. runout 0 A. Harding, h Poiicutt 7 F. .Jetferies, c Carry 3 B. Burges, not out fl Kxtras 7 .Second inning. oG. Gardner.. .10 c lilackuian 0 b G. Gardner 7 c G. Gardner 8 Not out u c Blackman 2 f Ewins 0 b Gardner 1 b Gardner t Esiras 3 Total 33 Total. F. C. Californians Picnic. The first picnic of the Pacific Coast Hor- ticultural Society was held July 6 at the grounds of the California Nursery Com- pany, a special train being run from San Francisco to Niles for 275 members and their friends, it is a journey of an hour and forty-five minutes. Arrived at the nur- sery, which is the largest on the coast, the party was taken in hand by John Rock, the manager, who led the way to a shady spot on the grounds where a table 200 feet in length stood laden with sandwiches and luscious fruit, upon which the crowd fell without waiting for a sec- ond invitation. After lunch a number of photographs were taken, some of which are repro- duced herewith, and then the party broke up into small bands to inspect the grounds. The most imposing sight was the main entrance, which is a drive some fifty feet in width and about 600 feet long, planted on both fides with stately rows of Washingtoniafiliferasome thirty feet in height, the trunks being between two and three feet in diameter. Then the visitor passes some comfortable little ■cottages, where the heads of the firm are living, and comes to the office, a two- storied structure, the offices being in the front part and the balance given over to the kitchen, dining room, sitting room 4nd sleeping apartments for the men. The employes at present number seventj- OFFICER8 OF THE PACIFIC COAST HORriCULTURAL SOCIETY. -'^y , 1 J ^Mll %?^ fl*y^M ^:^^^^^^HL ! 8AN FRANCISCO PICNICKERS AT NILES, CAL., JULY 6, 1902. five, but in the shipping and spring sea- son between l.'JO and 200 are needed. Around the rear of the office building are half a dozen smaller ones, also for sleep- ing apartments for single men, and about a dozen small four-room cottages for the foreman and some steady married help. Six greenhouses are used for propagat- ing purposes, from cuttings and seeds, and from here the young stock goes into a large lath shed, to be transplanted into pots or boxes, as the case may be, and later planted into the ground, after the stock is large enough. Some 050 acres are in cultivation at present, principally in fruit trees, but including many orna- mental trees and shrubs, alio palms, pelargoniums, cannas, geraniums and some other miscellaneons stock. Many of the California orchards are planted with trees from this nurserv, and besides shipments throughout the United States, stock is sent regularly to .Vastralia, South .\merica, Africa and Europe. Everything is as clean and neat ai it is possible to make it. After the sight-seeing came the amuse- ments, including dancing, music and athletics, which kept everyone in a merry mood well along through the summer afternoon. C. F. Fick won the men's hurdle race, also the sack race. C. TIedemann won the lOOyard race for men, .\. Fcrr.ari the boys' race and Miss Bessie Waddington the girls' race. A. ninnevan won the boys' sack race and K. Rock the boys' hurdles. A. Clarck won the hurdle race for young men and Miss Frohm that tor ladies. Speeches igo2. The Amerjcan Florist. 915 SOME OF THE MEMBERS OF THE PACIFIC COAST HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY. PACIFIC COAST HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY ON PICNIC AT NILES, GAL. •were next on the programme and H Plath, president of the Pacific Coast Horticultural Society proposed three cheers for the hosts; they were given with a will. Mr. Rock said it gave him much pleasure that the visitors were enjoying themselves and then there were cheers for the ladies and for Mr. Reimers, the oldest nurseryman on the coast. Then everybody took the train back to town. GoLDBN Gate. DuLUTH, Minn. — The Improvement League is planning an autumn flower show, the first held in this city. Nbbraska City, Neb.— William Peirce, who has built up a flourishing business here, is opening a branch at Auburn, where there seems a fine opening. Cine naali. PICNIC PARTY SPENDS HOUBS WAITING FOE A DERAILED TRAIN — MUCH BUILD- ING IN PROGRESS.— LITTLE TRADE AND STOCK MOSTLY POOR — PARTY FOR ASHB- VILLE CONVENTION. — VARIOUS NOTES. The train bearing the club members to Amelia on July 10 jumped the track within six miles of Amelia, delaying the passengers about two hours. It must have been a light to behold the boys sit- ting on the railroad track eating hard boiled eg^s, sardines and such for dinner. The meeting in consequence was post- poned until Tuesday evening at the club- rooms, and at this meetinglt was decided to hold three exhibitions the coming sea- son, one of chrysanthemums In Novem- ber, carnations in December and roies In January. The annual outing will beheld at Norwood Inn Park, Thursday, July 24. There is a good deal o< building going on around the city. G. Bruner's Sons are rebuilding two houses and erecting a new one 25x140 Richard Witterstaetter is building a propagating house. Wm- Murphy is remodeling six houses. A. Sunderbruch's Sons are rebuilding eight houses. Corbett & Wilson are rebuild- ing three. W. K. Partridge is adding a new range for American Beauties. Sun- derbruch & Meier are building a house for Liberty roees. Max. Rudolph has his new range completed and planted to Brides and Bridesmaids. There is not much to be said about business, a little funeral work being about all there is to it at present. Roses and carnations are poor in quality and sweet peas are also on the decline. Peter- son is sending in some very good asters, which sell readily at $1.50 per hundred. Gladioli are plentiful, also such other outdoor stock as candytuft, hollyhocks, snapdragon and so forth. A limited amount of lily of the valley is to be had. So far only five of the local florists have signified their intention of attending the S. A. F. convention but as the time draws near there will be about a dozen get into the band wagon and we expect to have our city pretty well represented. C. W. Scott and J. S. Wilson, of Vaughan's brigade, were in town a few days this week and Harry Balsley, of Detroit, blew into town one day and out the next. The item in last issue with reference to wedding of the writer was wholly incor- rect. Harry Donnelly has taken charge of the McFadden greenhouses. D. Adrian, Mich.— Elmer D. Smith is away upon a two weeks' outing in the northern part of the state, securing needed rest, for it has been a busy season with him. Freesias. Extra White Cholcs Stock. Per 12 Per 100 Pir 1030 Extra large size ■. $ .l.S $ .85 $700 Select size. ^s-in. up 10 .60 5 00 Choice, "e-in. up 05 .40 3.0O LILIUM HARRISII. Sound, honest stock. Per 12 Per 100 Per 1000 Sx? $.60 $1.75 $15.00 7s9 1.50 1060 ICO.OO Bermuda yuttercup 15 I.OO 8.U0 SEEDS. ASPARAGUS SPRENGERI, fresh, per 100, 30c; per lOOO, $2.00. CALCEOLARIA Hybrida Grandiflora, per pkt., !5a. Shrubby (Rugosa), per pkt, 25c. CINERARIA Hybrida Grandiflora, Quest Euglish strains, pkt. 500 seeds, 25c; 5 pkts., $1.(W. CYCLAMEN Persicum, Giant flowered, pure white, rose, crimson, white with red eje, separate or mixed, 100 seeds, 60c; 1,000 seeds, $5.00. IN PANSIES, we claim that BERBER'S NEVERFAIL MIXTURE Is unsurpassed. We furnish all the following uniformly at 25o per lOCO seeds; $1.C0 for 500O seeds; 50c for M oz.; $1.50 to $3.00 peroz. Separate colors— white, black, light or dark blue, violet, purple, red and rose shades, copper, bronze, four-colored, Auricula-flowered, yellow, striped. Bugnot. Odi -..CARNATIONS OiderB booked now for fall (Jelivery. 8BNO KOR PRICKS. Rotted cuttiD^fl and youD^ plunts all out. GEO. HANCOCK &, SON, GRAND HAVEN, MICH. List of ROSES NOW READY TO CLOSE OUT. Louk it over and wnti' us your wants. METEORS, f50e-inch; 300:;Vainch BRIDES, 2,4.=iO 3-inch: 1.700 2Vi-inch. MAIDS, 1.000 2-inch; 1.000 2H-iuoh. K.MSHRl.XS. IfiOa-iDch. I'HRLDS, HOC ^i-i inch. AMERICAN BK.\DTIES, 1 3002 in.: l,7C0 2!<-ln. LIBF.UTY, 1.400 2-mch. GOLDBN OATE..W5 2-inoh; 75) 2H-)noh. LA FRANCE. 400 2-lnob. BELLE SIEHKRCIIT. 173 2-inch; 550 2!<-inch. SOUl'ERT, 50 2'o-iD0b. GEO. A. KUHL, PEKIN, ILL. Please menfton the American hlor^st when -.vttting. Carnations, Geraniums Cannas, Etc. The Cottage Gardens, Queens, L. I. HERRON.a.. Carnation Grower, -OLEAN, N. Y. Prices quoted upon application. igo2. The American Florist. 917 "MISS LOUISE FABER" The Longest Stemmed ^ and Most Fragrant Carnation r-',-.--#^ BACK Stems measure from 3 feet 6 inches to 4 feet. Flowers are of a beautiful pink, similar to a well colored Bridesmaid rose and average 3 1-2 inches. Continuous bloomer when once started and calyx never bursts. Will be distributed the coming spring. Prices— $2 per 12; $10 per JOO; $75 per J 000; $500 per 10,000. ORDERS BOOKED NOW FOR JANUARY DELIVERY. nCK & FABER, San Mateo, Cal. YOUNG ROSE Stock Cuttings from Grafted Plants. 3 inch Maids, Brides and Meteors, $5.(0 per 100; H5.00 per 1000. 3M-inch Maids, brides and Meteors, $6.00 per 100; 155.00 per 1000. flDIflNTUM GUNEflTUM. 6-inch pots, $35.C0 per 100. Cash with order. Send for sample. The R R. Williams Co. CLEVELAND, OHIO. SURPLUS STOCK OF Forcing Roses A No. I Plants in 2 1-2-inch Pols. KAISERINS, $3.00 per 100. METEORS, $3.00 per 100. AUG. GUINOISEAU, $3.00 per JOO. This stock is carefully grown and was intended for our own use. J. B. HEISS, The Exotic Nurseries, DAYTON, OHIO. American Beauty Plants. 3-iQ., $7.00 per lOO: 2d size, $5 per 100. B»» I ■ from 2>-4-inoh pots — Imperial, VIAIhYS Swanley Wtiite and Marie Louise, ■ IWlWi« j3 75periaoi $i5 per ICOO. Lady Campbell, 12.60 per ICO, J22.50 per 1010. Crabb & Hunter, Grand Rapids, Mich. ROSES FOR WINTER FLOWERING Fine, healthy stock from selected cuttings. BRIDES, MAIDS. KAIOERINS, GOLDEN GATES. BON SILENE, MME. HOBTE, SAFRANO. PAPA CONTIER, 3-inch pots, $7.00 ter 100; 4-inch pots, $10 00 per 100. SUNRISE, LIBERTY. 3-inch pots, $9.00 per 100. Gt^.A.P"rE:r> XeOSBS, Kaiserin, Golden Gate, 3i.i-inch pots, $15.00 per 100. J. L. DILLON, Bloomsburg, Pa. CARNATIONS WANTED. To fill orders with, good field plants: 4,000 Lawson, 1,000 Crane, 3,000 Marquis, 2,000 Bradt, 1,000 Queen Louise, 100 Golden Beauty, 4,000 Estelle. Quote us on all or any portion of the above; send a plant as sample. CHICAGO CARNATIOIN CO., Joliet, III. 2000 NICE BEAUTY PLANTS, "":Alt^'^ Also about JOOO METEORS, 3-inch pots, cheap. JOHN BURTON, Chestnut Hill, Fhila. rine (^^^^^(^^ Rose Plants HEALTHY AND VIGOROUS. Per 100 GOLDEN GATE, 3-inoh $5.00 2H-inch 3.00 MAIDS, 3-inoh 5.01) 2^-inch 3.00 BRIDES, 3-inoh 5.00 2H-inoh 3.00 BEAUTIES. 3-inch 1P.«J KAISERINS, 3-inoh 6.00 A. C. BROWN, Sprlngnald, III. ROSES TO PLANT. Well-grown stock, clean and vigorous. Per 100 Per ICOO AMERICAN BEAUTIES, 3-inch, special reduced i^rice to close out $6.00 PERLES, very nice, 3-inch 5 00 GOLDEN GATE, 3-inch 5.00 BRIDES, 3-inch 5.00 BRIDES, strong, 2Mi!3-inoh 3.00 METEORS, S-inch 4.00 $55.C0 50.00 50.CO 45.00 S6.C0 W. H. 6ULLETT & SONS, Lincoln, III. 918 The American J^lorist. July /p, Minneapolis. ACTIVE CALL FOR FtlNBEAL FLOWEBS. — GOOD HOSES SCARCE. — A PICNIC PLANNED. — VARIOUS PERSONAL NOTES. Trade has been exceedingly brisk dur- ing the week, caused by the death of some prominent citizens. White flowers were scarce and in heavy demand. There are hardly any first-class roses to be had, and mildew is affecting most of the stock. On the other band, some excellent carna- tion blooms are being sent in and bring a good price. Sweet peas are in surplus, althoagh there is a good call ior them. The carnation Frances Joost is showing np fine this hot weather. The committees on florists' picnic have abont completed arrangements for this event, which will be held on July 24-. All stores will close, and any visiting trades- people are invited to attend. A small fire which started in range of R. Wessling, on Thirty-sixth street, was subdued before any damage was done. The Lakewood Cemetery Association is figuring on an additional range of glass. N C. Hansen is cutting sweet peas by the thousands. Rice Brothers handle the cut. Wm. Donaldson & Company had some prize-winner gloxinias last week. Almost all the growers will cut from grafted stock the coming season. C. F. R. Bryn Mawr, Pa. The plot of ground in front of the Pennsylvania Railroad Station in this town is to be converted into a public park through the generosity of the rail- \yay company and the Citizen's Com- mittee of Bryn Mawr. The improvement will add very materially to the appear- ance of this section of the town, and its central location is ideal for the benefits intended. It may be interesting to learn the contract for laying out the same has been awarded to John G. Gardner, of the Montgomery Nurseries, Villa Nova, Pa. Mr. Gardner is now engaged with many important operations. F. C. BEGONIfl GLOIRE DE LORRAINE, 2X-lnch pots, $15.00 per 100. Write for prices on large lots. Stock guaranteed absolutely free from disease. THOMAS ROUND, Nahant, Mass. 100,000 SMILAX. strong plants from 2'/^-in. pots, ready for planting, $1.25 per 100; JIO.OO per 10;0; $45.uO per 5O0O. The W. T. Buckley Plant Co., Springfield, III. CYCLAMEN Persicuni Splendens Giganteum. Finest strain In the world, in four true colors, well-prown plants, from 2i4-inch pols, J4.10 per 100; I3&.00 per 1000. Extra selected, $5.(0 per ItO; $40.00 per 1000. SatisfactloD guaranteed. PAUL MADER, East Stroudsburg, Pa. S. S. SKIDELSKY, 708 N. 16th Street, PHILADELPHIA, PA. CORRBSPONDENCB SOLICITED. .t^nnucj iHtiUNLY First CLASS CERTiriCATCOrMERIT SYTMESOCIETV OF AMERICA FL0P1STS.A1 BOSTON MASS AUC.ZISTiaSO FOB STANDAOn FLOWER POTS. iWhilldin Jersey Qty .-^^ PotteryGqv |ONG Island 0Y ,.^__^_^_ TraVflius Reproseutative, Philadelphia u. cutler ryerson, 108 Third Ave., NEWARK, N. J. STANDARD FLOWER POTS ! Packed in small crates, easy to handle. l*ri(.-i* per crate 1500 2-in., in crate, $4.88 1500 21-i " 5.25 1500 iV: " 6.0J 1000 3 " 5.00 800 Sy, " 5.80 ,500 4 " 4.50 320 5 " 4.51 144 6 " 3.16 rice per craft- 120 7-in., in crate, $4.20 60 8 " 3.00 HAND MADE. 48 «-iu., in crate, $3.60 48 10 24 11 24 12 12 14 6 16 4.80 36 1 4.80 4.80 4.50 Send for pricr Seed pans, same price as pots, listofCylinders forOut Flowers, Hanging lias'kct Lawn Vases, etc. Ten per cent off for cash with order. Address HILFINGER BROS. POTTERY, Fort Edward N. Y. Or Al'orsT RoLKEii ,V Sons. New York Air''nts, 31 Barclay Street, New York City. Invalid Appliance Co., COLUMBIA PLANT TUBS KELLER BROS. _^_213- 15-17-19-21.23 Pearl St.. NORRISTOWN, PA. Manufacturers of Standard Flower Pots, red In color, equal to the best on the market; are 16 miles from Philadelphia, best of railroad connec- tions. We give special attention to mall orders and make special sizes to order in quantities. A postal will bring prices and discounts. RED POTS SAMPLE POT AND PRICE LIST ON APPLICATION. C. C. POLLWORTH CO., JJIk**'^'*" ■LCi-tC FAxaLog^JJ Standard POXQ Flower... ■ W I O If your greenhouses are within 600 miles of the Capitol, write us, w^e can save you money W. H. ERNEST. 28th and M Strettt. WASHINetON. D. a GEO. KELLER & SON, MANT'FACTl'REKS OP FLOWER POTS. Before buvintr write for prices. 361-363 Herndon Street, near Wriiihtwood Ave., CHICAGO. ILL. n th- Amfrtcan Florist "whfn ivriting. please m. FLOWER POTS STANOARO POTS I SPECIALTY List and SAMPLES FREB. SWAHN'S POTTERY MF'G CO., P.O. Box 78. MINNEAPOLIS. MINN. Please rentionthe American Flortit zvhen jvrittny WRITE A. F. KOHR, '"JjSfo^AQ^SXJ.."^" FOB PBICEB or Standard Pots which for itrengtb and poroitty oombLned are the beit on thn market THOSE RED POTS "STANDARDS" PULL Sl/.i; AND WIDIC BOTTOMS. BULU I'.VNS AND AZALKA I'OTS. DETROIT FLOWER POT MTX HARRY BALSLEV. Rap. DETROIT. MICH., 490 Howard St. nease mention the A merican FloriU when writine. igo2. The American Florist. 919 A FEW GOOD THINGS YOU WANT. KENTIA Belmoreana and ForsterisDa, also Areca Lutescens, 3 plunts in a pot. extra clean and well grown phinti, 2!4. 3, 4 and 5-in.. $8, $15, 130. $^1, 175, $100 to 8125 per 100. REX BEGONIA, 3 and 3-iDoh, $1 and $6 per 100. BOSTON FERN, S4, $8, tl5 and $3U per 100 for 2, 3. 4 and 5-inch. FERN, Cordata Compacta, 2 and 3-inch, $4 and $10 per 100. ASPARAGUS Plumosus, 3-inch, $5; 3-inch, $8. Sprensen. 2- inch $3: 3 inch, $5, per 100. DRACAENA INDIVISA, 3, 4 and 6-inch, $6, $10, $25 ppr 10(1, ENGLISH IVY, 2 and 3-inch, $3 and $6 ner Ico. A full Hue uf the best bedding GERANIUMS for stoolcing up, 2-inoh, $3; 3-inch, $5 per KO. SMILAX, Vinca Var., Campbell Violets, Lobelia, Coleus, Alternanlhera, A aeratum. Scar- let Sage, Lemon Verbena, Giant Al^ssum, 2-inch, %l\ 3-inch, $1 per lOO. Let me price jour wants. Cash or C. O. D. CEO. M. EMMANS, NEWTON, N. J. ASPARAGUS. Per 100 Asparagus Plumosus J3.50 Smilax, 2-inch pots 1.00 CASH OK C. O. D. JOS.H.CUIIIIIHGHAIII,eelaviaie,0. BOSTON FERN ILV/^r Orders booked now— delivery in September— Jor my Nephrolepis Fern "ANNA FOSTER" Small plants, $25.00 per 100; larger plants prices on application. L. H. FOSTER, 45 King St., Dorchester, Mass. IOO,0(IOASTERPLANTS Semple's and Queen of the Market. New lot ready now. grown from the finest seed, at $1.00 per 50C; $1.53 per lOOO; 10,000 for $12.50. J. C. Schmidt, Bristol, Pa. QBnf%a|Mn in Chrysanthemums and KHH nHIM^ Fuchsias, named varie- HHIIWfllllW ties, at $2 5J perlOO. Ailamanda Williamsii $4 00 per 100 Acalypba Sanderli 3.i 0 per 100 Busselia Elegantissima 3.C0 per 100 Vlnca Variegata 4.00 per ICO All good 2!4-inch plants. TheConard&JonesCo,We$tGrove,Pa. Pieoie nuntion th^. A nurica^ Flnrist when -writim- *Dryden' Geranium. Ibe finest of all bedders. 3^-in. pots. $6.00 per 100; 2^-in., J4.00 per lOJ. Cash please. HENRY EICHHOlZ.Waynesbw, Pa, Burbank'sShasta Daisy Plants, 25c each; $2.50 per doz.; $15.00 per 100. Seed. 50c per 100, prepaid. CALIFORNIA CARNATION CO. LOOMIS. OAL. Vegetable Plants. CABBAGE Danish Ballhead, $1.00 per 1000. CELERY, White Plume and Giant Pascal, $1.20 per 1000. Transplanted Celery, $2.00 per lOOO. Cash. Samp.e mailed for £c. I linU/IC Un^RACIf 85th St. nearSo. Chl- LUUfrlD rnUoDHLNi cage Ave.. Chicago, lll. CELERY PLANTS Best plants and varieties grown, $!.E0 per lOOO. Large lots cheap. G. VAN BOCHOVE «&. BRO. KALAMAZOO, MICH. Please mention the American Floriit whenwriling. *RECA LUTESCENS. per doz.— 3!4-inch, 75c; 3 $1; 3/,, $2; 4, $3. KENTIA BELMOREANA, doz.-2!4-in., $1.50; 3. $2; 3V4, $3; 4. $3 60. KENTIA FORSTERIANA. per doz.— 2i4-in., $1.50; 3-in.,$2; 3V4-in., $3; 4-in.. $4. LATANIA BORBONICA. per doz.— 2V4-in., 60j; 3-in., $1; 6- in., $7.20; 7 in.. $IU; 8-in., strong, $18. PANDANUS VEITCHII. per doz — S-in., $12; 6-in., $18; 7, $30; 8, $12, NEPHROLEPIS BOSTONIENSIS, per 100— 3-in., $8.00. Per do/..— 5-in.. $3; 7-iii..«9: B in., $12; 9-in.,$18; 10-in.,|34. ASPARAGUS PLUMOSUS NANUS, 2-in., $1 per 100; 3 in., $8 per 100. ASPARAGUS SPRENGERI, per 100— 2-in., $3; 3-in., $8; 4-m., $12; 5-in . $15. ARAUCARIA EXCELSA, 4-in.. $8 per doz. FERNS FOR DISHES, Etc.. $3 per 100. FERN BALLS, well furnished with leaves, $3 to $5 per doz. TheGEO-WITTBOLDCO. 1657 Buckingham PI., Chicago. B. & A. SPECIALTIES ENGLISH MANETTI SIZ.OOper t 000 FRENCH MANETTI SI 0.00 per I 000 ASK FOR FALL. CATALOGUE NOW READY. BOBBINK & ATKINS, Rutherford, N. J. 25 RUBBERS 3 to 4 feet, $1.00 to $1.25 each, or the lot for $25.00. A, J. BALDWIN, NEWARK, 0, Orchids! «»~ Arrived in fine condition: Cattleya labiata, C. Skmneri, C. Dowiana, Oncidium varicosum Rogersii and Peristeria elala; also a fine lot of AT>thurium Scherzerianum. Write for our illubtrated. descriptive catalague of orchids. Special list of freshly imported unestabhshed Orchids, just ready. Write for a copy. LAGER & HURRELL, ^i^"""- ^- -<■ Orchid Qrowere and Importer!. 'MUMS! ROSES! SPECIAL! Col. Appleton, 2!4-inch, 120.00 per lOtO; rooted cutting. $16.00 per lOJO. Ms.j. Bonnaffon, 2H-in., $18.00 per lOOO; rooted cuttings, $11.00 per iroo. Our selection in proper proportion of color, 3V4- inch, $30 per 1000; rooted cuttings, $12.00 per ILOC. 100.O0O2H and 3-inch Maids, Brides, Gates and Meteors. 25,000 2V4-iDch Stcvia and roo.eJ cut- t.ngs, $20 and $12 per 1000. Printed price list furnished on application. Poehlmann Bros. Co.. Morton Grove and Chicago, III. BEGONIA GIOIREDE LORRAINE, Begonia Light Pink Lorraine, For July and Later Delivery, $15.00 per ICO; $140.00 per 1000. Edwin Lonsdale, Chestnut Hill, Pa. Watch This Space rOR FUTURE BARGAINS. 349 West North Avenue, CHICAGO, ILL. Greenhouies, Niles Center. III. Araucaria Excelsa. We control the American market of this splendid pot plant. Our houses are now full of them. May importation per steamers Npder- land, Penland and Kensington. We sell plants raised from top cutlino;s only (no seedlings), at the lowest cash prices, as follows: Each 5 to bVa inch pots, 3 tiers, 10 in. and above, 50c 5K-inch pots, 3 tiers, 12 in. and above, 60c to 75c 6-inch pots, 4 tiers, 15 to 18 inches and above 75c to $1.00 KENTIA FORSTERIANA, 25 to 28 inches high, 5 leaves. 5^-inch pots 75c KENTIA BELMOREANA, 20 inches and over. 5 leaves, &H-inch pots 75c FICUS ELASTICA, 4 inches 30c to 25c BEGONIA, tuberous rooted 5-in. pots. $1.80 per doz. ASPARAGUS PLUMOSUS (only 300 pUnts in all), fine, large bushes, just beautiful. 2 years old, from 20 to 35 sprays, out of bVo to 6-inch pots, 20 cents. Cash with order, please. ^^Mention if pots are wanted. GODFREY ASCHMAIMN, Wholesale Grower and Importer OF Pot Plants, 1012 Ontario Street, PHILADELPHIA, PA. Asparagus PLUMOSUS NANUS.... From flats, $2 50 per 100; $20.00 per 1000. 2-inch pots, $4.00 per 100. 25 at 100 rates; 250 at 1000 rates, prepaid. Cash. L00\1IS FLORAL CO. LOOMIS. CAL. Please mention the A metican Florist when writing. SMILAX Fine, large, strong plants, ready to run, $T.50 per JOO; $13.00 per 1000. They w^ill please you. TUAT CASH, PLEASE. C. HUMFELD, CLAY CENTER. KAN. tUoie mention the American Florist when writing. Fteate mention the American Florist when writing. 920 The American Florist. July ig, Toronto, LITTLB CALL FOR FLOWERS BUT GOOD STOCK NOT TO BE HAD. — SWBET PEAS AND CANDIDUM LILIBS DO WELL — OUT- DOOR STOCK NOT SALABLE. — VARIOUS LOCAL NOTES. We are experiencing the nsual summer lull. Hot weather has had a bad efiect on the rose crop and there is not enough good stock to fill the few orders. Kaiserin and Meteor hold up fairly well, but Bridesmaid and Bride are small and mostly mildewed, although scarcity keeps the price up to $6 per hundred. Carnations are plentiful and good, but the past week has seen a drop in values and some large quantities changed hands at very low figurei. The best flowers at present are sweet peas and candidum lilies, which help in making the stores look cool this hot weather. Not for many seasons have there been such quan- tities of coreopsis and other outdoor flowers on the market and, unfortunately for the grower, they do not sell readily. White and mauve centaurea, usually io much in demand, are not selling. Five Toronto firemen lost their lives while fighting fire July 10 and many floral tributes were sent by citizens and comrades. Wm. Mackay, of Toronto Island, is wreathed in smiles, the stork having visited at his house and left a baby boy. Stephen Hembrow, of Davisville, has sold his greenhouses to P. Nesbitt, for $3,000. Hailstones fell on July 14, breaking glass and doing damage to small fruits. Visitor: Mrs. H. E. Philpott, of Win- nipeg. H. G. D. Waltham, Mass. — Callie Slick has sold out her flower store and business to Wm. S. Cooney. TIN FOIL Plain, Fancy, Printed & Mounted, Manafactared by Tiie Conley Foil Co. 621 to 641 West 36th St., LEADING Florists' Supply House M. RICE & CO. Impoiters and Manufacturers. 918 Filbert Street, PHILADELPHIA, PA. Catalogue for the askini^. AdjustablePlaotStaods THE BEST ON THE MARKET. I stand $1. SO; 38tandaS4 00; 6 Stands S7 SO; 12 Stands SI4. 00. YOU NEED IHIM IN YOUR BUSINESS. C. B. WniTNALL. MILWAUKEE. WIS. ! FOR INSURANCE AGAINST DAMAGE BY HAIL, Address John G. Csler, Sec*y F.H.A. SADDLE RIVIR, N. J. ESTABUSHED 1866 EMIL^STEFFEItS>» 5UCC.™ RSTErFENS woSTEPTEItSBROS a BLACK DEATH y; (POWDER) TO UT THEREOF IS TO DIE. ■UQ KnXER and FERTILIZER. Three years of unprecedented auccess wherever intro- duced all over the United iitates has proved "BLACK DEATH" to be a cheap and absolute annlhilator of all insec's, bugs or beetles that prey on vegetation, foliage and flowers. See what Peter Reinberg said in this paper, Feb. 8. Other itrong indorsements sent on receipt of postal card. Wentern 8ale« Agency, 835 Franklin St.. Chicago. HANDI,EO BY SEEDSMEN. 8. D. STRIKER, Agent. TO KILL ALL Greenhouse Bugs USE ii NICOTICIDE Clean and harmles.' as Fumigant orSpra.,. Ask your seedsman for it or write to The Tobacco Warehousing and Trading GOi, 1000 Magnolia Ave., Louisville, Ky BAMBOO PLANT STAKES For Chrysanlhemums, etc.. strong, }■% to %-'mc\i, 4 to 6 feet, per 40O, |2 SOj per 1200, $6.00. Cash with order. C. H. JOOSTEN, Importer, 178 Chambers St., NEW YORK. Sigmund Geller Importer and Manufacturer of FLORISTS' SUPPLIES Complete Stock— New Goods — New Illustrated Catalogue Now Ready. Send for it. 1 08 W. 28th St., near 6«h Ave., NEW YORK. a WE NOW OFFER Chemicals 9» for making LIQUID COMPOST. Dry powdersall soluble in water. Lomposta cost less than 3-io per gal. Correspondence invited. EASTERN CHEMICAL COMPANY, 620 Atlantic Ave., Boston. Plf'a^r' nifiil mil thi' A mri nan f/'n i.\/ w/ii'ft wi itnil^. EXCURSION TOCHATAUQUALAKE, N.Y. On July 25th, the Nickel Plate Road will sell tickets at rate of fl4.00 for round trip. By depositing return portion of ticket with .Joint Agent at Chatauqua Lake, an e.\ten- slon may be obtained until August 26 h, 1902. Also lowest rates to Ft. Wayne, Cleveland, Erie, Buflfalo and other eastern points. For full particulars, address lohn V. Calahan, General Agent, lit Adams St., Chicago. J4 NOTICE. THE MODEL PLANT STAKE COMPANY. formerly of Brooklyn- N, Y,, has removed to 208 Jersey 8t., Harrison, New Jersey* and is now The Parker-Bruen Mfg. Co. The Model Extension Carnation Support. I'lushinp, Tjong IslHnd, Dec nth. 1901. Mn. TiiERnN N. Parker, Urooklyn, N. Y. Dfor Sir — I have used your Wire CarnJition Sup- port the last two years, id ull about 12.C0D. They fill the bill in every particular. Nothing could be more satisfactory and would pive me a i:reat deal of pleasure if I can bespeak a good word for you to tlie trade and you are at liber- ty to refer to me at any lime. Very truly, A. L. Thoknb. La Fayette, Ind., Julv 8th, 1902. Mr. Tbeuon N. Parker, Harrison, N. .T. Dear S'r: —After using jour Model Carnation Sup- port in two of our bousi-s the past winter, we have come to the conclusion that it is perfectly adapted to support! njr carnations, and shall use them on all nur plants the comintr season. We were much pleased with the simplicity, Bireopth and neat appear- ance of the support. Yours truly. F. DoRNER A Sons Co. Write for Circular and Price List. CALVANIZCD STEEL ROSE STAKES. The Parker-Bruen IVIfg. Co. 208 Jersey St., Harrison, N. J. LUMBER AT HALF PRICES. HK I'l 111 IHSmi TIIE TAN AJIHKIl >N KXI'OSITION SEND US YOUR LUMBER BILL FOR OUR ESTIMATE. Pipe, Machinery and Building Supplies in General. FREE CVTVLOcrES ON ArPLICATIOJf. CHICAGO HOUSE WRECKINS CO., FAN-IMERICIN, DEPARTMENT 76. BUFFALO. HEW TORL Low Rate Excursions TO NEW YORK AND ATLANTIC CITY VIA THE WABASH. Tickets will hn Hold frnm CliieaKo as Above July 17 and at, iiMil AiiKuat 7 and 14. at }I8 for Ihr round trip, "illi r.'lurn limit of 12 days. limludiiiK dale of sain U ril.' for printed matliT conlalnlni: inapH. tirafl '-ar.u and full Miforniation. F. A. PalmiT, A. Ci. I'. A., 117 Adami St., Chicane. Ileaic mcntioH the Ametican Floriit uhenwrHi»g. \ ^ tgos. The American Florist. 921 Boston Florist Letter Go. MANUFACTrRKKS OF FLORISTS' LETTERS. Thi8 wooden box nicely stained and var- nished, 18x30x13 made in two sections, one for each size letter, e-iven away with first order of 500 letters. Block Letters, li4 ov 2-inch size, per 100, 82.00. Script Letters, $4. Fastener with each letter or word. Used by leading florists everywhere and for sale by all wholesale florists and supply dealers. N, F. McCarthy, Trcas. and Manager, 84 Hawley St., BOSTON, MASS. please mention the Avierican Florist 7vhen Wiiling. There's Business All Summer If you will only work it up. Don't let vour stock run down. Be sure to ha^c everything on hand that a cus- tomer may call for. You will find every requisite listed and priced within the covers of our new Illustrated Cat- alo);ue. Free to Applicants in the trade only. H. BAYERSDORFER & CO., Manufacturers and Importers, 50-56 N. Fourth St., Phila., Pa. CUTFLOIRBOXES WATERPROOF. Corner Look Style. The b"st, strongest and neatest folding cut flower bos ever made. Cheap, durable, handy. To try them once is to use them always. DON'T USE OLD STORE BOXES. If you have any doubt, send for samples, which speak for themselves. Size No. 1. 3i4Hxl6 -Sl.re per 100; $15.00 per 1000 " No. 2. 3x6x18.... 2.00 " 18.00 " No. 3. 4x8x18.... 2.40 " 22.00 " No. 4. 3x6x20.... 2.75 " 25.00 '.' No. 5. 4x8x22.... 3.00 " 28.00 " No. 6. 4x8x28.... 3.75 " 35.00 THE LIVINGSTON SEED OO. Box 103, OOL.UMBUS, O. HortlGultyral Builders & Heating Engineers PHILLIPS MFC. CO., Tel. 1851 Bergen. Jarsey City, N. J. In 1900 we built 5,726 square feet. In 1901 " 21,276 square feet. In 1902 " to date 14,962 square feet. Have orders for 19,600. This should convince you we are progressive and up-to-date. See the range we are building for S. Untermeyer, Esq.,Greystoue, Yonkers, N.Y.; conceded by practical authority to be a perfect type of greenhouse. Call us up. Boilers OF HIGH ^ GRADE. .»^ For GREENHOUSES. See Our Catalogue go?w.l."r. Giblin & Co. , Utica, N. Y. American Florist Ads Always do buslnes, week days and every day, Sundays and holidays, all over the country, at borne and abroad. i * ilAODEL EXTENSION CARNATION SUPPORT Made with two or three circles. En- dorsed by all the Leading Carnation growers as the best support on the mar- ket. Pat. .July 27, '97, May 17, '9R Prompt Shipment Guaranteed. .IGOEBROS. ] 226 North 9th St., BROOKLYN. N Y, ^B 1 ItBnrnsig The most convenient way ^^1 or applying an insecticide l.\^ ever yet devised. No pans m^T. requtred- No heating of K34f.i jrons-No trouble-Cannot t^n^ jnjure the most sensitive f/J\ blooms -Very errective. ul^ Price 60 i ' *^^^^^ Kiugo. Put up 100 llJH. to a CO and ^^^^^^k Snly one size wire to each bundle. ^p^ ^^^ Pricf. r.oj. rroc »1.10 to »1.»0 Il«r ■ ■. "."„ w„ handle all klndB of sup esklnK. We handle all klndB of sup ptlesf rem Bh.rllf. .ni A PINE ICE BOX, 6^ feet high, liy^ feet long, 3 feet 9 inches deep, price $25. CHAS. A. DARDS. 341 Madison Ave.. N. Y. FOR SALE. Complete Floral Establishment AT WHITE HALL, ILL. Only one there: 6,000 feet of glass, steam heated; also dwelling adjoiDing, all in good condition. Terms easy. Address P. n. BRUECK, Decatur, III. NOTICE OF STOCKHOLDERS' MEETINQ. CHICAGO, July 1£). 1902. Stockholders of the American Florist Company; You are heri'by notified that the annual meeting of the Stockholders of the American Florist Com- pany will be held in the Battery Park Hotel, Asheville, N. C., Wednesday. August 20, 190i, at 3 o'clock r. M., for the purpose of electing direc- tors and officers for the ensuing term, and for the transaction of such other business as may come before the meeting. J. C. VAUGHAN, Pres. i\r. BARKER, Sec'y. 934 The American Florist. July 26, Providence. BUSINESS NAKROWED DOWN TO FUNERAL WORK. — LITTLE VARIETY IN STOCK BUT QUANTITIES SUFFICIBNT.— PERSONAL AND TRADE NOTES. If it were not for the good run of iuneral work business would not be worth mentioning. So valuable is this branch of our trade that all florists should zealously guard Its welfare. Flowers are scarce in variety but guffi- clent in quantity for all needs. Carna- tions at 50 cents and roses at $2 and $3 per hundred constitute the chief stock. Sweet peas bring 20 cents per hundred and gypsophila 25 cents per bunch. The florists downtown are closing early, although it is desirable that It be made more general. The Florists' Club held its July meeting with satisfactory attendance and inter- esting proceedings. The members are arranging for an "outing" this month. The Sons of Temperance and the Bap- tist Young People's Union held conven- tions in our city the past week, but noth- ing accrued to the florists thereby. O'Connor, T.J. Johnston and Macnair are the only ones giving their employes an afternoon each week. Perhaps the others will fall into line soon. There has been a plenty of moist weather, but nothing like the rainfall on our western brethren. Plants are in sat- isfactory shape in the fields. George Barker will assume command of the store while Mr. Keller is on his vacation to Watch Hill for a month. M. M. Verona, N. Y.— J. E. Hughes recently had a wedding decoration at Oneida for which he received over $1,100 and which Peter Crowe, of Utica, said was as fine a thing as he had ever seen. The church was decorated with paeonias and greens, to represent a Japanese garden, and at the home of the bride all the pictures were removed from the walls, their places being supplied by panels of satin trimmed with orchids. ESTABUSHEO I80S SEEDS TREESIAS, CALLAS, LILIUM HARRISII, ETC., ETC. If our trade bulb list has not been rfsceivcd, we shall bu glad to send It on iippUcution. J.IVI.THORBURN&COJ (Uu of IS John StratO S6 CORTLANDT STREET. NEW TOn CINERARIA 6IANT PRIZE, pkt, SOc. CALCEOLARIA GRANDIFLORA, pkt., 50c. PRIMULA CHINESE FRINGED, pkt., 50c. CYCLAMEN eiganteum, ioos.75c; iooo,$6. PANSY SUPERB MIXTURE, oz., |5 00. W. C. BECKERT, Allegheny, Pa. lUcKELLAR & ^ WINTERSONCO. Supply Everything Used by Florists, Nurserymen, Gardeners, Seedsmen Cemeteries, Parks, Etc. HEADQUARTERS on CUT-FLOWERS 45-47-49 Wabash Ave. Main 1129. •••C>lllV'/%VlO WboI?5ale ffower/arK^ MtLWACKBX, July 21. Rosei, Beauty, med, per doz. l.(X)@ 1.59 ihort ■' ,50® .75 " Liberty 6.00® 8.00 " Bride, Bridesmaid 4.00® 6.00 " Meteor 4.00® 6.00 •> Qolden Gate 4.00® 6.00 " Perle 4.00® 6.00 Oamatiom, ordinary 1.0 (<» 2.00 Sweet peas 10® .25 Adiantum 75® 1.00 Bmilai 12.00@15.00 Aiparagui 65.00 Common ferns .25 P1TT8BDBO, July 24. Roiei, Beauty, speolala 20.0C@33.00 extras 10.00@15.00 " " No. 1 4.00® 6.00 No. 2 3.00 '■ Bride, Bridesmaid 1.00® 5.00 " Meteor 50® 8.00 Oarnatlons 50® 3.00 Asters 1.0C@ 1.50 Lilly of the yaUey 2.00® 3.00 Harrisli lilies 10.00@13.50 Gladioli 3 07® 6.00 Sweet Peas 20@ .60 SmUai 10.C0®12.50 Adiantum 75® 1.00 Asparagus 33.00®40.00 CnjcimiATi, July 24. Koset, Beauty 10.00@3').00 Bride 3.00® 3.00 " Bridesmaid 3.00® 3.00 " Meteor 2.80® 3 00 La France S.OOw' 4.00 Kaiserin 3.00® 4.00 Oarnatlons 75® 1.50 Asters 1.50 Gladioli 3.0Cw 5.O0 Lily of the valley 3.00® 4.00 Sweet peas 20@ .25 Asparagus 50.00 Smllai 13.60 Adiantum ouneatum 1.00 Common ferns .15 St. Louia, July 24. Roses, Beauty, short stem 3.00@12.0} Bride, Bridesmaid 3.00® 4.00 " Golden Gate 2.00® 5.00 Carnations, ordinary 76® 1.00 " ohoioe 1.50 Asters 1.00 Hollyhocks l.OO Gladioli, Tuberoses 3.0C(" 5.00 Ismene lilies 5.0C@ 6.00 Lily of the valley S.OOto 4.00 Sweet peas .25 Smllax 13.50@15.00 Asparagus Sprengeri 1.00® 1.50 " Plumosus l.OO® 1.50 "Fumigation Methods" BY PROf. JOHNSON. Cro this book.. Every Crowar noeds CI AA AMERICAN FLORIST COMPANY, 324 Dearborn Street, CHICAGO. E. H. Hunt, WHOLESALE Cut flowers THE "OLD RELIABLE." 76 Wabash Ave., CHICAGO. Poehlmann Bros. Co. Wholesale Growers of sad Dealers In Cut Flowers All telegraph and telephone orders _ given prompt attention. 35"37 Gbeenhoubbb: Randolph Street, Morton Grove. IlL CHICAGO. ILX. The Cincinnati Cut Flower Co., ciSAfro: WHOLESALE FLORISTS. Consignments Solicited. 5)T>''<-tni Att-^ntinn Given to Shippic Lpping Orderi. HEADQUARTERS IN MICHIGAN FOR FANCY CUT FERNS. MicMpn Gut Flower Exchange. Faiiry fresh cut I'-frns, *1.()0 per IIKX). Discuuiil nil Inr^'e orders. tJive us u trial for Ferns ilie \ear around. BRONZE GALAX. $1.00 per thousand. 28 Miami Ave., DETROIT, MICH. H.G.BERNING Wholesale riorist J322 Pine St., ST. LOUIS, MO. Frank M. Ellis, WHOLESALE FLORIST, 1316 Pine Street, ST. LOUIS, MO. CONSIGNMENTS 80I.ICITBD. C. A. KUEHN. Wholesale Florist, UaZ PINB STREET. fc ST. LOUIS, HO. |0^A complete Use of Wire Henlgna* Pittsburg Gut Flower Go. Ltd WHOLESALE FLORISTS. .^ Pittsburg, Pa. Pteasf mrn/ton thf American Florist when writing' It yonr Business Methods •re right 7011 can make a prolt on an adTertliement here, jgoi The American Florist. 935 Bassett&Washburn 76 & 78 Wabash Ave., CHICAGO. Cut Flowers Wholesale Dealers and Growers of GREENHOUSES: HINPOALE. ILL, WIETOR BRTo. "^""'.MCut Flowers Growers ( hSL telegraph and telephone orders given prompt attentioa 5{ Wabasli Avenue, CHICAGO. FRANK GARLAND, "r;:,o,Cut Flowers SPECIAL ATTENTION TTtTTTiPIVT'fB OIVEN TO HARDY OUT *^ .MV-M^^-i-^ ^3> 55-57 WABASH AVENUE, Telephone Central 3284. OXIIO.A.OO< BEO. REINBER8, "t^ .^ Cut Flowers Choice American Beanttea. We will take care of your orders at reasonable prices. Prompt atCbntion. Vt Wabash Ava., CHICA80, ILE. PETER REINBERG, Grower and Wholesaler of Cat Flowers. eOO.OOO PIET OP QLA8S. Headquarters for American Beauty. 51 Wabash Ave., - CHICABO. ILL JOHN MUNO, *s;t.; Gut Flowers Boo'" 221, 51 Wabash Ave., CHICAGO. Tklephoitb Central 3598. All telegraph aat telephone orders given prompt attention. I Holton & Hunkel Go. | I Wholesale florists. | i 457 Milwaukee St.. MILWAUKEE, WIS. I PUa'^- I'unlion the American Florist it'heii ui i/ing. Circulation which Circulates The actual paid drctilation of the American Florist is, we believe, the largest in its class. The contents are of real present value and are preserved for reference. Advertisers who use regvilarly our columns estab- lish permanent business with the best trade in the United States. E. C. AMLING, PRICE LIST. The Largest, Best Equipped and Most BEAUTIES. Centrally Located Wholesale Ct»t 24-inch stems, perdoz., $2.00 t^, ** . j^< * 30 ■' ' " 150 r lower rlouse in Chica8:o. 16 " " " 1.00 8to8-in, " per 100 J4.0O 5.00 All I fl ^^ Et;..v.::;.::::::::::;« S All \ lOWCfS Meteors 2.00 4.00 Gates 2.00 4.00 _ ^-^ Carnations 1.00 1.50 ■ ^_ ^^' „^ ^_^ ^^ ^^ Call»s ..perdoz., 1.00 1.2S ■ ^^ ^^ £^ *T\ O £^ rf^ Auratums, per doz., l.tO 1.35 III 4 ■ l~^ ■■ ^% I I I I .» Asters 1.00 2.00 ■■■ V-T V>' *-* V-^ VT ■ I • Valley, select 4 00 5.00 ^^^__^^^_^^^_______^^__^__^_^ Marguerites 40 .50 ^^^^— ^^^^"^^^^^^— — — ^^^— ^— ^— ^™ Asparagus plumosua, per stg, .50 " Sprengeri.... ...;. 2.0O 4.00 During July and August, we closf at 5 p. m. Galax " 1.2o; .15 I''"°s. per lOCO, $1.00, .15 Long distance 'Phones 1977 and 1999 Central. Adiantum 50 .75 Prices subject to change without notice OZ'UO HSnOOlpll Mi UnlljKuUi ILLi J. a. BUDL0NG Boses and Carnations A Specialty. 37-39 Randolph Street, CmCAGO. WHOLESALE GROWER of cut FLOWERS Wbolfjale power/\arKjfe CmoAoo, July S5 Boses, Beauty, 24-inch stems 20 " " " 15 " " " 12 " " " " 6 to 8 " "per 100 " Bride, Bridesmaid ■' Meteor " Perle " GoldenQate Carnations Asters Gladioli Lily of the valley Harrisii Auratums, perdoz., 1.00@1.25 Callas per doz., 1.00@1 25 Cattleyas per doz. 6.00 Sweet peas Asparagus, per string, .50 Adiantum Common ferns, per lOOO, 1.0C@1.60 utalax leaves, per 1000 11.25 Smilaz per dozen l.<5® 1.50 2.00 1.50 1.00 .75 4.00@ 5.00 2.00® 4.00 2.00® 4.00 2.00@ 4.00 2.00@ 4.00 i.coa 2.00 l.OC® 2.00 S.CO&i 5 00 4.00® 5.00 6.00@10.00 .15© .25 .60® .75 .15® .20 .15 Benthey&Co. F. F. BENTHEY, Manager, Mfholesale Commission Florists 31-35 Randolph St. CHICAGO. iP*Consignmenta solicited Extra Fine VALLEY During the summer, $1.03 to 85.00 per 100. 1409-141 1 W. IVadison St., CHICAGO. CliicagoCarflation Co., Joliet, Illinois Please mention the A merican Flofist when writing. jjaBaDESMUD, ' WHOLESALE \ Cut Flowers, 51 WABASH AVENUE Phone Central 3155. RICE BROTHERS WHOLESALE FLORISTS and FLORAL SUPPLIES. Receivers and Sliippersof Fresli Cut Flowers. Special attention to shippine orders. A com- plete line of Florists' needs. Send for price list Prompt returns on all consignments. 128 N. Sixth St. MINNEAPOLIS, MINN. PUase mention the American Florist when wrtttng A. L. Randall, WHOLESALE fLOBIST. 4 Washington Stroet, CHICAGO. Send for weekly price list and special quotations on 1000 lots. WEILAHD AND-RISCM CHICAQO'S RELIABLE Wholesale Growers and Shipper* ol CUT FLOWERS. 59 Wabash Ave., Chicago. SBTTD FOR WBKKLT PBICB LIST. WHOLESALE FLORISTS GALAX Bronze or green, 75c per 1000, in 21 OU lots or over; single 100?, $1.00. Fern, Fancy, $2.50 per 1000; Fern, Dagger, $1 50 per lOOO. Leucothoa Sprays, bronze and green, assorted sizes, $1 per lOO. Green sheet moss, $2.60 per bbl. bag. L. J. KRESHOVER. 110-112 W. 27th Street, NEW YORK CITY. Telephone call, 597 Madison Square. HARWY A. BUNVARD. Mgr. American Elorlst Advts. j^ ^e^olra. ct.ll 936 The American Florist. July 26, Select VALLEY During July and August will be open from 7:33 A. M. to 6.00 P. M. Saturdays, close at 1.00 P. M. IN QUANTITY. SAMUEL S. PENNOCK, Wholesale Florist, 1612-18 LUDLOW ST., PHILADELPHIA, PA. GEO. A. SUTHERLAND, 34 Hawley St., BOSTON. Telephone 1270 Main. BEST BOSTON FLOWERS. All SuppUes. /Vn entire floor Devoted to Stock and Manu- facturing. Distributing Agent for United States for the wonderful yr,j ETTER, unequalled for design ork. Script, any color, ZVtc a Utter. Block letters, IV^ each. The most elaborate design work to order in a few minutes. General Asents; H. BAYERSDORFER & CO.. PhiladelDhli. REED > KELLER. New Yorit City. SEASONABLE CITY HALL CUT FLOWER MARKET WELCH BROS.. Props. S.*ioow"l'MJ^/o^2f'.T Boston. Mass, 15 POOVINCE STREET. r=^^^=== FANCY and DAGGER FERNS 75 CENTS PER 1000. BRONZE OR GREEN GALAX W."" I JIIIDEI FESTOONING, just the thing for LHUIICL summer decorations, only 4, 5 and ^ 6c per yd. Discount on ferns ,;P, and laurel in large quantities. P^'^'^-t"- ' ^~— Millington, Mass. ^ '^ ~ Tel. ofQce, New Salem. N. F. McCarthy & co. CUT FLOWERS M mIjo."^ 84 Hawley St., BOSTON. N.Y. GUT FLOWER EXCHANGE Coogan BIdg, 6th Ave. and W. 26th St., New York. Open for Cut Ffower Sales at 6 o'clock Every Morning DESIRABLE WALL. SPACE TO RENT FOR ADVERTISING. JOHN DONALDSON, Secretary. SHIPPING LABELS m ••••Cut Flowers Printed In two colors on gummed J>»per; yoat card, etc., In black and eaf adopted by the S. .A. F. In red. Very attractive. Price per 500,12.85; iwt 1000, M-ba Send for samples mono or ran uat. postpaid, si.38. American Florist Co., CHICAOO. Whol^ale power/\arK^ Boston, .July S3. Boiei, Beauty, extra " " medium " " cuUa " Queen of Edgely '* tsride, Bridesmaid, Meteor. *' extra " Kaiserin Carnot Sweet peas Uarnaiiona Lily of the valley Lilies Adiantum Asparagus Smilax 10.00@39.00 5.0C@ 8.00 50® 2,00 10.f>C@16 00 .51® 2.00 4.un® 8.00 3.001" 8. CO .Oft(g> .10 25® 1.00 2. Of® 4.00 3 00® 5.00 .75® 1.00 50.00 20.00 PHILADEI.FHIA, July 23. Boies, Tea 4.00® 6.00 " " extra 7.00® 8.00 " Beauty, extra 20.00®25.00 firsts 10.00®15.00 " Queen of Edgely, extra 20.0(fi'25.00 flrstB ....10.0C("'15.00 Oarnationi 1. 00® 3.00 Lily of the valley 3.00® 4.00 Asparagus 25.00@50.oa Smilai 12.60@I5.00 BITFF.4L0, .July 24. Boies, Beauty 6.00®35.00 " Br'de, Bridesmaid, Meteor 4.00® 7.00 Carnations 1.00® 2.00 Sweet peas 2E("i .50 Lily of the valley S.OO® 4.00 Smilax 16.00@20.00 Adiantum 1.00® 1.50 Give Us a Trial. We Can Please You. Roses, Carnations and all kinds of Seasonable Flowers In stock. WM r if ACTINi: Wholesale Com- ITIni ri IVIlOIIIIUi mission Florist, -iSI Washington St., Buffalo, N. V. Dealer in FloristH' Supplies iiml Wire Designs. Open Dar and Night. NEW YORK GUT FLOWER GO. B5 and 57 Weit 26th St., WHOLESALE FLORISTS, Dai'y Reports. Weekly Payments. Telephoneb: 2239 Madison Sq. 2034 Madison Sq. J. A. MILLANG, Manaokr QEORGE SALTFORD, Wholesale Commission Florist. 46 West 29ih Street, NEW YORK. Fair dealing and prompt returns guaranteed. Correspondence solicited. ROVATZOS & MOLTZ Buy and ClflllfCDC on Gloss Sell.... rLUIfCnd IMargln. Headquarters, 56 West 26tli Streat. Opposite Cut Flower Exchange, NEW YORK CITY. Write, TELEOnAPH OR Telephone. UADnV Cut Dagger and niinUI Fancy Ferns. A No. 1 quality $1 pi-r lUOO. Brilliant Bronze and Green Galax, $i perKOJ, ino.OCOIots. Laurel Festooning. 4. rtsmJ eci'erysrd. Orders by mail, telephone or telpLiraoh promptly jitteiulctl to. Dls- I'tiuut on !:irt:p nrjers. L. D. teleihono '2tW Main. HENRY M. ROBINSON & CO., 32-36 Court Sq.. Boston. GARDENING This is tin- papiT to rccoinnicnil to vour customtTs, ilu^ leading' liortii'ulturai journal in Amerioa for aimitiMirs $2.00 Per Year. Sample Copies Free. LilHT;il l.-rriis lollorists wliu inKt- sii I (script ions, THE GARDENING CO. gh;^'^/o':'.V,'.?^.s.A. THE AMERICAN FLORIST'S COLOR CHART PRICE IS CENTS POSTPAID. ^ ANERICAN FLORIST CO., Ourbem Sl„ Chloagg. III. During July and August store will be open from 7 a. m. to 6 p. m. LEO. NIESSEN, N. W. corner 13fh and Filbert Streets, Philadelphia. igo2. The American Florist. 937 FOR SEASONABLE FLOWERS JOHN i. RAYNOR, 49W. 28th St,, NEW YORK, WHOLESALE COIOIIS- SION FLOBIST. Telephone 1998 Madison Square YOUNG & NUGENT Tel. 2065 Madison Sq. NEW YORK. 42 West 28th St. Are supplyirg the most supeib stock of SUMMER FLOWERS ever offered to New York buyers. Meteor, Liberty, Beauty, bride and Maid Roses. Splendid Catileyas Gigas and Meadellii. SEND FOR QUOTATIONS. Walter F. Sheridan, Wholesale Florist, Telephone 802 ISadlson Square. 39 West 28th St., NEW YORK. Telephone Nos. 2239 and 2034 Madison Square. MOORE, HENTZ & NASH Wholesale Commission Florists, 65 and 57 West 26th St., NEW YORK CITY, Adjoining New York Cut Flower Co. salesroom. Finest Salesroom in the Trade. Inspection Invited. All business, selling or shipping, strictly commiaaion. i u/uni ccAi r WILLIAM GHORMLEY, pnuuiooinu 1 ■IIHMI PAIll f" RECEIVER AND SHIPPER OF FRtSH CUT FLOWERS. DAIIY STOCK Of ALL IjlJlll III I UU I U N " " * "^ ** BB^^B ■ ^H^B TMC rumrucT vioirrirc ronu dtct nonu/roc u/un cuid ta uru/ vnot/ ^^ ^^ ■■■■■■ I ^0^0 I %0 I ■ I RECEIVER AND SHIPPER OF FRESH CUT FLOWERS. DAILY STOCK Of ALL THE CHOiaST VARIETIES FROM BEST GROWERS WHO SHIP TO NEW YORK. ORCHIDS, ROSES, CARNATIONS, VALLEY. 9 Talaphona 2200 Madison Squara, 57 WEST 28th STREET, NEW YORK CITY. JOHN YOUNG Special American Beauties, Surpassing Carnations, Lily of the Valley, Orchids, and all Seasonable Flowers. 51 Weit 28th St., NEW TOBK. Tel. 1906 Madison Sq. THE RECOGNIZED HEADQUAKTERS IN NEW YORK CITV FOR Violets and Carnations GROWERS and BUYERS make a note ot this. It will be to your advantage. WM. H. GUNTHER. 30 West 29tli St., New York. Telephone 551 Madison Square. Frank Millang from 6 a. m. to 5. p. m. Choice Carnations. ^eleGted Roses. Cut Flower Exchange, Phone 299 JIadison Square. 55-57 W. 26th St. NEW YORK. ESTABLISHED 1872, JOHN J. PERKINS, COMMISSION FLORIST, Solicits Consignments or Shipping Orders. Satisfaction given in both. Write (or Termi. 115 West 30lh St., New Yorlt. Bonnot Bros. WHOLESALE FLORISTS. 65 and 57 W. 26th St. N»u/ Ynrk Cut Flower Exchange. I'^cw ■ uriv. OPEN 6:00 A. M. An Unequalled Outlet for Consigned Flowers. Traendly & Schenck NEV YORK CITY, 38 W. 28th Street, Cut Flower Exchange. New Telephone No. 798 <£ 799 Hadiaon Sq. Nbw York, July 23. Boies, Beauty, select 15.0r@35.00 " " medium 5.00@12.00 " " culls .50® 2.00 " Bride, Bridesmaid 50@ 6.00 " Liberty, Meteor 1.00® 5.00 " Testout, Kaiserin, Carnot.. 1 00® 5.00 Carnations 25® 1.00 Lily ol the valley l.CO® 2.00 Callas, Lilies 3.00® 5.00 Sweet peas, per 100 bunches, l.OO 2 00 Cattleyas 2o.00@40.00 Smilax 8.00@10.00 Adiantum .50 AiparaKUi 35.00@50.00 " Sprengeri. perdoz.bun.. 2.00@ 3.00 RELIABLE AT ALL SEASONS. Best Flowers. REASONABLE PRICES. J. K. ALLEN Telephone 167 Madison Square. OPEN AT 6 A. M. DAILY. l06W.28tll$t, NEW YORK. FORD BROS. Receivers and Shippers of FRESH FLOWERS, 111 West 30th St., NEW YORK. Telephone 1.5" Madison Square. Julius Lang SB West BOtk Street, NEW YORK. RzPBBsEirrB THS Best Qbowebs or ROSES, CARNATIONS, VALLEY. Tblbphoitb 280 Madison Squabb. ALEX. J. GUTTMAN, Wholesale Commission Florist, A full supply daily of the choiceat New York and New Jersey FLOWERS. 62 W. 29th Street, NEW YORK CITY. Telephone 1738 Madison Square. fl. H. LflNGJflHR. Wholesale Commission Florist, BEST FtOWEBS SHIPPED AT LOWEST NEW YORK PRICES. 19 Boarum Placa, Brooklyn, N. Y. Telephoitk 939 Main. ...GEO. M. KELLOGG... Largest Grower^ol... Q^^ FloWCrS Give US an order and we will please you. Our Greenhouses at PLEASANT HILL, MO. Our Store, 906 Grand Ave., KANSAS CITY, MO. ^^LONG DISTANCE 'PHONK AT EITHEB PLACE. EDW. C. HORAN. 47 WEST 28TH ST.. TeL 421 Madison Square, NEW YORK. Cyj FLOWERS AI WHOLESALE. 938 The American Florist. July 26y The pEED TRseie. AMERICAN SEED TRADE ASSOCIATION. Walter P. Stokes, Pres. ; C. X. Page, First Vice-Pres. ; S. F. Willard, Wethersfleld, Conn., Sec'y and Treas. Bean crop reports continue unfavor- able: white beans have advanced sharply. Imported red clover is said to be much inferior to American grown for use in this country. A. H. Goodwin, of the Goodwin, Har- ries Company, Chicago, is in Michigan inspecting pea and bean crops. LouisviLLB reports indicate a very good crop of yellow and white onion sets; the red is not grown there. A.J. Brown, of Grand Rapids, Mich., who is spending his vacation at Ottawa Beach, paid a brief visit to Chicago July 22. LiLiUM Harrisii bulbs are beginning to come in. From twenty per cent to thirty per cent of the crop used in the United States arrived in New York July 15. Pea crop reports are very indefinite; the Sturgeon Bay, Wis,, district evidently has a better crop than New York state, the Michigan outlook being something between the two. The attitude of Secretary Wilson, of the Department of Agriculture, on government seed distribution, dated May 9, 1902, is shown in the latest year- book of the department. We hope to refer to this at greater length in an early issue. Bermuda Grass. The "Yearbook of the Department of Agriculture" for 1901, page 27, gives an economical plan for getting a start with this valuable grass, using imported seed, which is said to germinate much better than that raised in this country. Nebraska Seed Crops. One of the growers writes as follows: under date of f uly 16: "We beg to advise that owing to the abnormal rainfall and the extremely cold weather experienced daring the past month, crops in our line of specialties have been retarded in growth and are therefore generally later than we have ever known them to be at this season of the year. In many Instances the continuous rains have flooded the fields, resulting in the crops being drowned out and destroyed. "It is too early to form any definite conclusions excepting in relation to Stowell's Evergreen sweet corn and Improved Long Green cucumbers, which we can now see will be short with us, in all probability at least fifty per cent. Exceedingly favorable weather for the next four weeks will make a material change In other crops for the better." European Flower Seed Crops. An Erfurt correspondent writes as fol- lows under date of July 5: "Everything is about two weeks late this year as compared with former years. This is due to the extremelycold weather in May and the hard frosts in April, when the thermometer went down to 20° Fahrenheit. In spite of this the out- look for good crops is encouraging. Myosotis seed was not harvested until the end of June Instead of the beginning of that month as usual and the crup turned out much better than expected. Panties are also late, many of the flowers having been killed by frost In May. It is only now that the first gathering of seed is being made. "Asters, verbenas, dianthuses and other summer flowers look well. Stocks in pots are now in full bloom. Early flowering perennials, such as aubretia, Papaver nudicaule, arabis and others were also injured by the May frosts. The outlopk for all annnals, on the whole, is promising." Lilium Harrisii in South Carolina. In reply to an inquiry of last month, one of the South Carolina experimenters with Lilium Harrisii bulbs wrote June 22 as follows: "The Agricultural Department three years ago inaugurated a number of expe- riment stations for the gp-owth of Lilium Harrisii or Bermuda lilies. Out of all these stations I understand that this is the most successful. From 300 bulbs first sent I have now on hand several thousand at a pecuniary profit. "The bulbs grown so far have only been planted for propagation purposes and do not bloom in this climate in the open ground until May, but I see no rea- son why, if they are taken in hand by florists and planted early enough, they should not be ready for the market in time for Easter. This part of it I know nothing about but may take it up this fall and try what forcing will do. "This year owing to a severe drought the bulbs did not appear to do so well as in former years, but from samples taken up the bulbs show good growth, and are in good condition — firm and quite a num- ber of young bulbs. Of course it is diffi- cult to tell the crop increase now, as we will not begin to dig the bulbs for a month yet. I may say that so far the experiment Is very successful and demon- strates conclusively to me that the home grown bulbs propagate freely and can be grown, with ordinary care, in this cli- mate." Canadian Horticultural Association. The convention this summer of the association will celebrate its fifth birth- day. The organization and first conven- tion was held at Toronto, then at Ottawa, Montreal and London respect- ively. This year the convention is to be held at Hamilton, Ont., a thriving city forty miles nearer the boundary line than Toronto. Though Hamilton does not possess any of the very largest glass areas in the Dominion yet it is a thriving center of floriculture. The vast amount of flowers and plants grown and sold is surprising to many outsiders, as is also the high standard and quality which is maintained. September 3 and 4 are the convention dates and a third day will doubtless be arranged for sight-seeing. Three of the most interesting features of Hamilton's scenery are the mountain overlooking the city, the long beach well patronized as a summer resort, washed by Lake Ontario on the one side and Hamilton Bay on the other, the great Winona and Grimsby peach and fruit belt, beginning just east of the city and aptly termed the "Garden of Canada." The Hamilton Gardeners' and Florists' Club has joined with the local Horti- cultural Society for the purpose of hold- ing a flower fete and trade exhibit In the Thistle Curling Rink on September 3 and 4. The Gardeners' and Florists' Club intends to make the trade exhibit a mat- ter of special eflort, believing that there is much stock grown in the country which nearby consumers do not know of. A trade paper is looked forward to as the best remedy for this state of affairs but one has not as yet been successfijlly launched. Information concerning objects, mem- bership, etc., of the Canadian Horticult- ural Association may be obtained from A. H. Ewing, Woodstock, Ont. Informa- tion concerning exhibition matters may be obtained from Chas, M. Webster, Hamilton, Ont. JUST ARRIVED! First Consignment of French Bulbs* WE CAN SUPPLY FOR IMMEDIATE DELIVERY: WHITE ROMAN HYACINTHS, finest quality bulbs, 12 to 15 cm. in circumference, 13.00 per 100; J26.00 per lOOO. NARCISSUS PAPER WHITE ORANDIFLORA, %\ per ICO; »9 per ICOO. DALLAS — We can offer an unusually fine stock of these for delivery early in August at the following low prices, viz.: Extra quality bulbs, l^ to \% inches diameter, 15.00 per 100; $40.00 per 1000. Selected bulbs, i;^ to iV inches diameter, J6 00 per 100; $50.00 per lOOO. Mammoth bulbs, l V to 2 inches diameter, J8.00 per 100; |70.00 per 10 jO. Exhibition bulbs, 2 to 3 inches diameter, $10,00 per 100. FREESIAS— Selected bulbs, yi in, and up in diameter, 75c per 100; 16 per 10(0, Mammoth bulbs, '/ inch and up in diameter, Jl.OO per 100; $8.00 per 1000. LILIUM HARRISII— Finest selected bulbs, 6 to 7 inches in circumference, case 350 bulbs for |17.50; in less quantities, (6.00 per 100. Finest selected bulbs, 7 to 9 inches in circumference, case 200 bulbs for |20,00; in less quantities, |11.00 per 100. LILIUM LONQIFLORUM, (Bermuda grown)— Bulbs 7 to 9 inches in cir- cumference, case 200 bulbs for |20,00; in less quantities, $11,00 per 100, BERMUDA BUTTERCUP OXALIS, 75c per 100; (6.00 ICCO, F. R. PIERSON CO., TARRYTOWN-ONHUDSON, N. Y. igo2. The American Florist. 939 Our Pansies, Cannas and Roses received gold medals at the Omaha Exposition in 1898 and the Pan-American Exposition in 1901. VAUGHAN'S "INTERNATIONAL" Received the only reward for Mixed Pansies at the World's Fair. It is to-day better and more compleic than ever. It contains the cream of the stock of 10 Pansy specialists. There is no better 1 mixture in existence, as all the florists who saw or used it can tell you. Price per oz., $10.00; % oz., ,$5.00; Jb oz.,$1.50; trade pkt.. dOc. VAUGHAN'S "GIANT MIXTURE." This mixture is specially made by us from all the separate colors of Giant Trimardeau, the Giant Bugnot and Gassier and several special strains which cannot be had any other way. If your trade demands large (lowers there is no better mixture. Price, Ji lb., $14; oz., $4; !i oz., 60o; td. pkt., 25o. MASTERPIECE. VAUGHAN'S PREMIUM MIXTURE. Embraces all the varieties of the Fancy German Sorts. We have sold this mixture for the past 16 years and it has given general satisfaction. Per pkt., 35c; ;i oz., Sic; Vi oz., |3.C0; oz., 15.50. MASTERPIECE-NEW GIANT CURLED. This strain comes nearer to "Double Pansies" than anything ever introduced under that name. In reality the number of petals is the same as that in other Pacsy flowers, but they are crimped and curled in such a fashion that the flowers appear double. The flowers are of enormous size, often three inches across, and the color variations and combinations are odd and striking. Pkt. 50c; % oz. Sl.CO. "Vaughan's International" Primrose Mixture. Unquestionably the best mixture of Chinese Primroses. It contains the largest variety of the best selling colors. Flowers large, beautifully fringed, borne in large clusters well above the rich green leaves. Put. (251 seeds) 50c: 5 pkts. (1350 seeds) J2.00. CHINESE rniMULA, Chiswiok Red; Alba Magnifloa, white; Blue, Pink, Striped. Each, per pkt. of 350 seeds. 60o; 1000 seeds, 81.75. DOUBLE CHINESE PRIMUU, white, pink, red or mixed, per pkt. 50c. VAUGHAN'S SEED STORE, IMPROVED GERMAN MIXTURE. This is a mixture of three strains from different German growers, and is made up mostly of sep- arate colors, with a sufficiently large percentage of white and yellow. Per large pkt., 25c; ^a oz., 40c; M oz., 60c; oz., $2.00. NEW GIANT MADAME FERRET (True). j This novelty is specially distinguished from other pansies by the plant being full and spread- ing, with very broad and extremely dark green I leaves. The straight and stiff stems it possesses ' cause the flowers .to stand out well from the , foliage. The color of the blossom ranges through I all the shades of red from a pink to a fine deep ! purple, with an intermediate bright red edged , with white. Trade pkt., 35c; Ja oz., 50c. CINERARIA VAUGHAN'S COLUMBIAN MIXTURE. A mixture of the best English and German strains, unsurpassed. Pkt, (1000 seeds) 50'-; 3 pkts. $1.25. CINERARIA HYBRIDA, URGE FLOWERING, white, blood-red or crimson, double white or bestdouble mixed, paeh, per trade pkt., 50c. CALCEOLARIA HYBRIDA, choicest mixture, pkt. 59c. 10 PER CENT discount on flower seed orders amounting to $2 and over for Cash with order. 14 Barclay Streat, New York. 84-86 Randolph St., Chicago. Storekeepers Extra fine blooming CYCLAMEN PLANTS for a ebange in your window at $18.00 per 100; $2.50 per doz. Cash or C. 0. D. Asparagus Plumosus, 3-inch pots, at $7.C0 per 100. C. WIMTERICH, DEFIANCE, OHIO. 5,000 SMILAX, extra to close. RUPP XXX SEEDS. CHINESE PRIMROSE, Finest grown, large flowering, fringed, single and double, 15 vara., mixed, 600 seeds, $1.C0; half pkt., 50o. Have also the 15 vara, separate. CINERARIA. Finest, large flowering, dwarf varieties, mixed, 1000 seeds, EOj. DAISIES. Finest Double Giant, pure white and rose, mixed or separate, 1,000 seeds, 25c. PANSY, FINEST GIANTS. The best large flowering varieties in choicest mixture; critically selected. 5,000 seeds, $1.00; half pkt., 50o. ^"Cash. a pkt. of new everblooming Forget-me-not "Constance" added to every order. JOHN F. RUPP, Shiremanslown, Pa. "The Home of Primroses." 500 HIBISCUS, in 2U to 4-inch. ASHEVILLE, NORTH CAROLINA. 5,000 SPRENGERI, 2 to 6 inch. 5,000 PLUMOSUS, 2 to S-inch. BOSTON FERNS, 4 to lO-inch. Let us book your order. Society of American Florists National Convention, AUGUST 19th to 22nd, 1902, ASHEVILLE, NORTH CAROLINA. For this convention the "Big Four Route" (C. C. C. & St, L. Ry.) will seU tickets August 16, 17 and 18, good for return leav- ing Asheville not later than August 25, at one fare for the round trip from all "Big Four" stations. ($20.03 round trip from Chicago.) Florists' Special train will leave Chicago 8:30 P. M. Sunday, August 17th, running via "Big Four" to Cincinnati, thence via the Queen & Crescent and Southern Railways. Monday forenoon will be spent in Cincin- nati, sight-seeing, etc., leaving there at 3 p. M. on the Florists' Special. Every florist should make a big effort to attend this con- vention, the first to be held in the beautiful Southland. For berths in sleepers from Chicago or Cincinnati, and further information call on, or address E. F. Winterson, President Chicago Florists' Club, 45 Wabash Avenue, or .J. C. Tucker, Gen'l Nor. Agt. "Big Four", 234 S. Clark Street, Chicago. GEO. A. KUHL, Pekin, III. ASPARAGUS PLUMOSUS 3-inch strong, $5.00 per 100. SMILAX, 2-inch, strong, $1.50 per 100. :B03VBJ AdiS^^Kv. Best in the market for Florists' use, $3.60 per 200 lb. bag. ALBERT M, HERR, Lancaster, Pa, ASPARAGUS PLUMOSUS Extra fine, 3 -inch stock, $7.00 per 100. Write for prices on larger quantities. VAN WERT GREENHOUSES. Van Wert. 0, CELERY PLANTS Best plants and varieties grown, $I.EO per 1000. Large lots cheap. G. VAN BOCHOVE & BRO. KALAMAZOO, MICH. 'The Land of the Sky/ The eighteenth annual meeting American Florists will be held at Ashe- ville, August I9th to 22d, 1902. A rate of one fare for the round trip has been made via Queen & Crescent Route and South- ern Railway. Special train, composed of Pullman sleepers, will leave Cin- cinnati, Monday, August l8th, 2:00 p. m., via Queen & Crescent Route, and run through to Asheville via Southern Railway, arriving at Ashe- ville next morning 7:00 o'clock. Members will meet at Cincinnati and all go through together from there. For sleeping car reservations and full particulars regarding rates, write J. S. McCULLOUGH, W. A. BECKLER. ONION SETS-NO MORE OF THEM. Sow my Hardy White Onion. N. W. P. A., N. P. A., Queen & Southern Rv. Cresent Route. 225 DEARBORN ST. 113 ADAMS ST. CHICAGO, ILL. SEND FOB CIRCULAR. BEAULIEU, the Pansy Man, WOODHAVEN. N. Y. Please mention the A merican Florist when writing. PLEASE MENTION US TO OUR ADVERTISERS. 940 The American Florist. July 26^ The Nursery TRaE>B. AH. ASSOCIATION OF NURSERYMEN. Chas. a. Ilgenfritz. Pres. : D. S. Lake, Vice- Pres.; George C. Seagek, Rochester, N. Y., Sec'y. Twenty-eighth annuul convention, Detroit, Mich., Jiine, 1903. VisiTBD St. Paul: Louis Goeppinger, representing Peignaux & Lorin, of Angers, France. Visited Chicago: John P. Brown, Connersville, Ind., secretary of the Inter- national Society of Arboriculture, enroute home from Colorado. The twenty-sixth annual meeting and exhibition of the Georgia State Horti- cultural Society will be held at Macon, Ga., August 6 and 7. Peof. F. A. Waugh, of the Vermont Experiment Station, has been appointed professor ot horticulture at the Massa- chusetts Agricultural College, Amherst, succeeding Prof. S. T. Maynard. Look Out for Red Spider. Those owning or caring for hemlock or Norway spruce hedges will do well to watch for the appearance of red spider and promptly adopt a means of eradica- tion. Its appearance is generally recog- nized by a yellow and sickly appearance of the foliage. Perennial phloxei this year seem to be more or less troubled with the same enemy and many apparently diseased plants will, on Inspection, be found covered with red spider on the under side of the leaves. The antidote is kerosene emulsion applied through a good sprayingnozzleand force pump. If not possessing one, a hand syringe will do but, remember, prompt- ness in such matters will bring its own reward. F. C. Detroit. CLUB HAS ITS MOST ENJOYABLE OUTING. — A PICNIC ON AN ISLAND. — BUSINESS DROPS OFF.— FUNERAL FLOWERS THE PRINCI- PAL DEMAND. — PARTY OF TEN LIKELY FOR CONVENTION TRIP. — A WEDDING AND OTHER NOTES. The Florists' Club outing on Tuesday, July 22, was the most successful and enjoyable of any in the history of the club, the party numbering about seventy- five. Leaving the city on the new excur- sion boat, Columbia, the trip was made to Bols IJlanc Island, one of Detroit's most popular picnic grounds, in Detroit river, sixteen miles Irom the city. The weather was clear and beautiful, which in itself was a treat and contributed much to the general enjoyment of the day. Games of baseball, quoits and jumping, with dancing and other amuse- ments, were indulged in till dark, when the return trip was made to the city. Prizes aggregating in value to about $20 were distributed to the victors in the various games. The day will long be remembered by the many happy partici- pants. Summer dullness is now everywhere evident, although occasional funeral orders give relief to the monotony. There are few good roses to be had but carnations are holding out well in both quality and quantity. Lawsons are especially fine and command good prices. There is an abundance of asters of fair quality, but little call for them. Sweet peas are plentiful but they, too, meet with the same fate as asters. The exces- sive rains are still retarding greenhouse work to a serious extent. Many are unable to do their planting of roses and chrysanthemums. Carnations in the field are snfifering considerably and in some cases a great loss of plants will be felt. The club meeting of July 16 was well attended and full of interest, the chief topic of the evening being President Rackham's very complete and interesting description of his recent trip east, which included Buflalo, New York and the prominent establishments of New lersey and on Long Island. By present indica- THE LATE STEPHEN CRANE. (See page 933.) tions a party of about ten from here will attend the convention at Asheville. The route selected is over the Michigan Cen- tral and C. H. & D. R. R., joining the northern delegations at Cincinnati. At the next meeting of the club, August 6, the annual election of officers vrill take place. A full attendance is expected. The business difficulties of Charles Schaible have finally culminated in the abandonment of his store at 308 Wood- ward avenue. His plans for the future are uncertain. Miss Emily TapHn, daughter of the veteran florist, was married last week to Edward Stapleton. The congratula- tions of her many friends in the trade are extended to her. Visitors: Chas. Xall, Dayton; Geo. A. Heinl, Toledo. J. F. S. New York. MARKET ENluVS A LITTLE SPORT OF GOOD BUSINESS. — LILIES AND ROSES WANTED. — DOINGS OF THE VACATION TOURISTS.— VISITORS. A little spurt of activity in the cut flower community has occurred to break the monotony of midsummer existence for the lew who are on duty at the pres- ent time. It was only a zephyr, but even the most insignificant movement helps wonderfully these dull weeks. Lilies felt the influence and good roses of several varieties were also the gainers. Most of the stores are nearly deserted. In every place either proprietor or some one of the employes is away on recuperation bent and as soon as one returns another is ready to take his turn. John I. Raynor and wife are now on the second week of their vacation. Nic. Schriner, of J. K. Allen's, has just returned to work and Mr. and Mrs. Allen have gone to Greenwood Lake and will return in season to let Miss Riley drop her cash book and ledger on August 9 for a season of recreation. Already the transatlantic tourists are beginning to return. Chas. Loechner is at his post once more at Suzuki & lida's. Among recent visitors are J. A. Valen- tine, Denver, Colo., and Reynold Schiller, of Chicago. Des Moines, Ia.— Julius Ledig's green- houses were submerged in ten feet of water during the recent flood and one of the houses is badly wrecked. He is in doubt as to whether he will rebuild at present. Import Freight Agents Delaware, Lackawanna & Western Railroad Co. at New York, N. Y. ^r«^»ieo'K'. Bjooivoaocvo r>i{S¥»A.TOH. F. B. VANDEORIFT & COo, Publishers of Vandegrlft's United States Tariff. Customs Brokers and Forwarders. Foreign Express, Export and Insurance Brokers. Office, 66 Beaver Street | A. B. C. Code Used | ctilC kC.n Office. 315 Dearborn St NEW YORK Telephone. 928 Hroad. Cable Address. Vanorift. CHICAGO I'lionp HHrrisou 840. will find whatever they want in the Holland Nurseries, DeBllt near Utrecht SPECIALTIES ARE : Conifers. Evergreens, Hardy Shrubs, Lilacs. Ornamental Trees, Fruit Trees in different forms, Azaleas, Rhododendron Ponticum and Hybridum. Please send list of your wants and write for general catalogue, ^e will make you special offers. Write to GROENEWEGEN & ZOON, De BHt. near Utrecht, Holland. B.W. DIRKEN, Oudanboseh, Holland. ORNAMENTAL AND FOREST TREES A SPECIALTY. Conifers, Evergreens, Hollies, Etc. M Jt Jit Prices on Application. Strawberry Plants. FROM POTS. Well es'Jiblishod vouiif! plants or Clyde und VVadfleld. (both immense croppers). for plantioK now sivd in August Wnrranied to produr.f! h full i-rop of ihe finest bernea next spring. Price 60c per doz.; $3.00 per 100. P. S. — Ill) planted now will yive an ordinary family all thi-y can use. F.A.BALLER.BLOOMINGTON.ILL. Nurseries, F. BRUNTON Man.iKer. LAUREL HILL Iinport'Ts (uul trrowtTs of Choice Hardy Peren- nial*. Native Trees, Shrubs, Specimen Ever- greens. Wf k:row liirift Special Catalogue lif \i*w HhtiIv .\lpini Iris, now in the press. STOCKBRIDCE, MASS., U. S. A. It U not much trouble to mention the Ambricah Florist when corretponding with an adTertlier, igo2. The American Florist. 941 REVISED LIST OF ROSES on HAND July 22. 1902. at GEO. A. KUHL'S, Pekin, III. Write him. METEORS BRIDES MAIDS 660 2400 850 2'2X3 275 875 150 lOCO 7(0 120O 435 300 3s3 475 KAISERINS PERLES BEADTIES LIBERTY ".'.'.'.'. 850 925 GOLDEN GATE 6 0 LA FRANCE )50 BRLLE SIEBRECHT SODPERT 181 SO Miss Louise Faber The Longest Stemmed and Most Fragrant Carnation in Existence Stems measure l>om 3 feet 6 inches to4f'^et. Flowers are of a beauiiful pink, similar to a well colored Br desmaid rose and average VA infihes. Continuous bloompr when once started and calyX never bursts. Will be distributed thw comiog spring. Prices— $> per 12; $10 per lOf; $75 per lOfO; $500 per 10.000. Orders booked for Jan. delivery. FICK & FABER, SAN MATEO, GAL. SPECIAL ON 3,000 — FINE 3-in. Meteors $30.00 per JOOO; $3 50 per JOO. All choice, strong; plants. ICOO rate given on 250. W.H.GULLETT& SONS. Lincoln. III. CARNATION Plants. If you want some first-class rield-grown plants, send for quotations to Michael Winandy, Corner Devon Ave. and N. Robey St., CHICAGO. ROSES. Strong and healthy Perles, Brides and Brides- maids, from 3V2-inch pots, $5.0J pi-r 100. H, E.WILSON. ROCHESFER.N.Y. VIOLETS Drrsetl's Single from 4 in. pots, $15.00 per ICO. Imper- ial, Marie Louise and Swanley While, from 3-in. pots, tlrst-class stcck, at $4 per 100. DflCCC ffo™ 4-inoh pols. $6.00 per 100. nUdCd BRIDES, MAIDS and METEORS. Crabb & Hunter. Grand Rapids. Mich. SPECIALTIES In Best Varieties ROSESj fiom 3-lnch pots. CARNATIONS, for all delivery, CHRYSANTHEMUMS, SMILAX, VIOLETS. Prices Low. Send for List. WOOD BROTHERS, Fishkill, II, Y. FIELD-GROWN CARNATION Plants. Per 100 Per 1O00 4,000 DAYBREAK $4.00 $35.00 4,000 CHAPMAN 4 00 35.00 1,000 MgGOWAN 4.00 35 00 4,000 WHITE CL0UD5.00 45 00 4,000 FLORA HILL 5.00 45.00 Per 100 Per 1000 4,000 0. H. Crane $5.00 $45.00 1,000 MACEO 5.00 45.00 1,000 ELDORADO 5 00 45.00 2,000 IRENE 6 00 50.00 5,000 Guard'n Angel 6,00 50.00 Plants in good health. Order now and have them reserved for you in the field. KENNICOTT BROS. CO. WHOLESALE COMMISSION FLORISTS. 42-44 Randolph St., CHICAGO. FLORISTS' ROSES FOR WINTER FORCING. All our 2i4-iDch .stock has been shifted from 2- inch pots. Our rose plants are all grown for the trade (we do not grow cut llowers), and such plants we claim are well worth more money than ordinary surplus stock; 214-in. 3^2-in. Per iro Per 100 AMERICAN BEAUTY, 3-iD., $8. $6.ro $12.00 BRIDESMAID 3.50 8.00 GOLDEN GATE 3.50 8.00 KAISERIN 5.00 1300 METEOR 350 8.00 pi<;rle 4.00 10.00 HRIDE 3.50 8.00 IVORY, White Golden Gate 12.50 2U OC MRS. OLIVER AMES, 4-inch, per doz., $10 00. BEDDING ROSES in large assortment, strong 2y2-inch, per HO, $3 00. Boston Perns BEST STOCK. 2?4-in., per 100, J5.O0; 5-in., each 60c; 7-in., $1.00. Aiparagut Plumosui, 2-inch pots, per ICO, $4.00. Aspiragus Sprsngerl, 2- inch pots, per 100, S3.0O. Smilax, per 100, $2 50. Chrytanthemums, large assortment, $3 per 100. Fani Ballc in leaf, 7 to 9 inches, per doz., $6.00. Ferns for Fern dishes, best kinds, per 100, $1.00. HIbiicus Peaehblow, 2^^-inch pots, per ICO. $3.ro. Lamon American Wonder, 2Lo-iuch pots, p r 100, $3. Vaughan's Seed Store, GREENHOUSES: WESTERN SPRINGS, ILL. 84 & 86 Randolph Street, CHICAGO. 14 Barclay Street, NEW YORK. ROSES FOR WINTER FLOWERING Fine, healthy stock from selected cuttings. BRIDES, MAIDS. KAISERINS. GOLDEN GATES. BON 8ILENE, MME. HOSTE. SAFRANO. PAPA CONTIER, 3-inch pots, $7.00 [er 100; 4-inch pots, $10 00 per 100. SUNRISE, LIBERTY. 3-inch pots, $9.00 per 100. OR.^E>"I^E;i> XSOSE^S, Kaiserin, Colilen Gate, SH-inch pots, $15.00 per 100. J. Ii. DILLON, Bloomstattrg. Pa. CARNATIONS WANTED. To fill orders with, good field plants: 4,000 Lawson, 1,000 Crane, 3,000 Marquis, 2,000 Bradt, 1,000 Queen Louise, 100 Golden Beauty, 4,000 Eitelle. Quote us on all or any portion of the above; send a plant as sample. CHICAGO CARNATION CO., Jolief, III. 2000 NICE BEAUTY PLANTS, 2 1-2 and 3- inch ....pots... Also about 1000 METEORS, 3-inch pots, cheap. JOHN BURTON. Chestnnt Hill. Phila. American Florist Ads. always do business, Every day in the week, all over the country, At Home and Abroad, oe oe «^ «^ 942 The American Florist. July 26, Our pasTiMEs. Annoanoements of coming contesta or other •Tents of Interest to our bowling, shooting and OTOling readers are solioited and will be given place in this column. Address all correspondence for this department to Wm. J. Stewart, 79 Milk St., Boston, Mass.; Robt. Kift, 1725 Chestnut St., Philadelphia, Pa.; or to the American Florist Co., 324 Dearborn St., Ohioago, III. Philadelphia Gardeners' Cricket League. The fchedule of the matches of the Gardeners' Cricket League has been arranged. Three teams are in the field, namely, the Ravenhill, Captain John McCleary; Wolruh, Captain J. Thatcher, and the Wootton, Captain Thomas Long. Each team plays two games with each other. The second game of the series between Ravenhill and Wolmh took place on Saturday, Jnly 19, at Ravenhill, Germantown, Pa., and resulted in a vic- tory lor Ravenhill by twelve mns. The deficiencies of the Wolruh wicket-keeper were mainly responsible for the defeat, there being no less than nineteen extras recorded. For Ravenhill D. Atkins made the best score of the day, with first-class cricket, and his position behind the stumps was in direct contrast to the Wolrnh's, allowing only two extras. The remarkable bowling of Wm. Robert- son was the feature of the contest, he taking eight wickets for sixteen runs. For Wolruh the bowling of Blackman and Gardner and the batting and fielding of Roberts were the features. The score follows: RAVENHILL. J. McCleary, .Jr., c PoUioutt b Blackman 0 P. Bovington o Polliouitb Blackman 5 M. Neely c PoUicutt b Blackman 1 J. Thompson b Blackman 4 W. Robertson b Gardner 0 W. McCleary b b w b Gardner 0 J. McCleary'c Gardner b Blackman 2 D. Atkins c Roberts b Blackman 14 W. Reed b Gardner 1 J. Brooks b Blackman 0 H. Bowman not out 3 C. Devine hit wkt b Blackman 0 Extras 19 Total 49 WOLRUH. G. Gardner stumped Atkins 1 J. Dodds b Robertson 3 J. Thatcher b Robertson 0 T. Prenderjiast b Robertson 0 L. PoUicutt b W. McCleary 0 ■J. Blackman b W. McCleary 7 A. Ilardingb Robertson 0 F. Cauning b Robertson 8 ,T. Culien 0 Bovington b Robertson 0 H. Roberts b Robertson \\ B. Abcrnethy c Bowman b Robertson 3 T. Kerr not out 3 Extras 2 . Total 37 Francis Canning. Twin City Florists' Picnic. Well, the Twin City florists' tenth annual picnic is now a thing of the pait. It is the event everybody looks forward to for many weeks beforehand and dreams of the prizes he is going to win. The morning was perfect and florists and members of their families to the number ol nearly .300 turned out to have a good time. It was the Minneapolis florists' turn to select the picnic grounds and act as hosts. They chose Spring Park, at Lake Minnetonka, one of the finest summer resorts in the country. Through the kindness of all the grow- ers and storemen and some friends out- side of the two cities we had some very liberal and attractive prizes for the dif- ferent sporting events, St. Paul, as usual, winning a majority of the events, chief of which was the base ball game. HARTFORD FLORISTS' CLUB OUTINQ. (See Morideu, Conn., notes, issue of .July 19, page 913.) which they won by a score of nine to four. In the bowling a St. Paul man carried ofi" first prize, winning a fine, large mantel clock. Then in the tug of war St. Paul won easily, one man remarking that "we hardly had to pull at all." The boat race also went to St. Paul, our friends up the river not getting a place in it, even. Take it all in all, it was a great day for St. Paul. There is great rivalry, though friendly, eiistinst between the two cities and St. Paul »an now crow for a whole year at least. NOTES. A good bet on the fat men's race next year will be Peter Holm and "Grandpa" Nagel, such sprinters as John Monson, Charlie Vogt and Wessling not having the least show. St. Paul has won all the base ball games played at the florists' picnics and the prizes, which are florists' knives, keep tbe boys well supplied in that line. And St. Paul won the tug of war with- out "Our Bill" Fleischer. "Bill" forgot to wind his watch the evening before and we couldn't hold the train any longer. In a little private bowling match Hangen and Krinke, of St. Paul, had nearly as big a score as Swahns, Monson, Rudolph and Wessling put together. Next year "Cal" Rice will put in Mathewson or Chesbro if he has to pay their expenses himself to pitch in the ball game. Johnny Freeberg is still pulling at the nursing bottle. He had low score in bowling. Alfred Clausen, of Albert Lea, came up to help down the Minneapolis boys. At Philadelphia. A very exciting match was played on the cinb alleys on July 17, for prizes which were nicely packed away In a wooden box so that they could not be spirited away until the game was over. The two veterans, Harris and Westcott, were elected captains and selected the teams, which were quite evenly matched. With the exception of Mois, who was under the weather and unable to get his stride, the bowling was good. Connor and Mooney tied for first place and a match of five frames was bowled between them, with the result that the high prize was won by Mooney. Each of the win- ning team and four of the highest men on the losing side were then presented with something in a corrugated paste- board wrapper and all departed in good spirits. The score follows: HARRIS' TEAM. Player 1st 2d 3d T'l Harris 160 186 H2 468 JIoss 137 137 114 388 Mooney 168 167 200 635 Kift 154 162 108 424 Archer 155 168 168 491 Anderson 13? 213 117 467 Watson 163 114 140 417 Totals 1064 1127 989 3180 WESTCOTT'S TEAM. Plaver 1st 2<1 3d T'l Westcott 169 153 193 515 Dunham 160 157 169 486 Eimerman 174 166 US 483 Connor 210 153 172 535 P.ilites 107 142 149 308 Craig 159 131 117 409 Adelberger 158 169 120 437 Totals 1137 1058 1073 3263 K. (Jmaha. HEAVY RAINS AND DULL DDSINBSS. — PLANT- ING AND REPAIRS DELAYED.— DOINGS OF VARIOUS CRAFTS-PEOPLE.— NOTES. After an extraordinarily wet June, July ii affording continued heavy rainfall. Summer dullness has set in. There is very little going on outside of faneral work. The wet season delayed the plant- ing of roses and interfered with repairs and the construction of new greenhouses. L. Lecluse has sold out his stock at the old B. Haas place and Mr. Floth has bought the greenhouses, which he intends tearing down and re-erecting on his own grounds. L. Zadina's greenhouses at South Omaha suffered very much by the heavy rains. Mr. Zadlna Is a young begin- ner and is set back a vcar as the result. Mrs. S. B. Stewart is back from her Colorado outing and Mr. Stewart went on his much needed vacation to Lake Okoboji, Iowa. There is very little enthusiasm felt among the florists in this part of the country in regard to the S. A. F. conven- tion this year. Ghippb. igo2. The American Florist. 943 Glean, Strong Stock READY NOW FOR SHIPMENT. LATANIA BORBONICA, 4^inch, $20.00 per 10". B-iDch, $3000 per ICO. KENTIA FORSTERIANA, 5-inch, »75 00 per 100. 6-inob. $100.00 per lOO. POINSETTIAS. S'.-inoh, $6.00 per 100. BEGONIA REX. 12 varieties, named. 3-in.. $7per lOD. FLOWERING. 2io-inch. $5 03 per 100. SMILAX, 2-inoh, $2.C0 per 100. FUCHSIAS, no rust, 10v»r.. stock, 3-in.,$6 per lOO. Lone stemmed For-G«t-Me-Not. 3-inoh. $6 ptr 100. BRIDES. MAIDS ami PERLES line stock, SKinch. $3 00 per 100. CYPERUS, J inch, $10.00 per 100. REMIT WITH ORDER C. H. FREY,LINCOLN,NEB. Primroses Per 100 CHINESE, single mixed, fine |2.00 FORBESI, "Baby" 2.00 OBCONICA Grandiflora, ready Aug. 10 2 00 Acnoromic Plumosus. 2 in. pot.. 350 ASpdldgUd SPRENGERI,Aug. 20... 2.00 CARNATIONS, 5oo each F. Hill, E. Crock er and 50 G. Angel, field-grown 4 00 PANSY SEED, readv in Aug., oz., |4.00. CASH OR C. O. D. JOS. H.CUNNINGHAM. Delaware, 0. A FEW GOOD THINGS YOU WANT. KENTIA Belmoreana and Fotsteriana, also Areca Lutescens, 3 plants in a pot, extra clean and well grown plant*. 2H. 3, 4 and 5-in., $8, $15, 130. $"-0, $75. $ino to $125 ter lOO. REX BEGONIA, 2 and 3-iDch. $» and $6 per 100. BOSTON FERN, $), $8, $15 and $30 per 100 tor 2, 3. 4 and 5-inch. FERN, Cordata Compaota, 2 and 3-inch, $4 and $10 per 100. ASPARAGUS Plumosus. 2-inch, $5; 3-inoh, $8, Spreneeri. 2 inch $3; 3 inch, $5, per 100. DRACAENA INDIVISA, 3, 4 and 5-iDcb, $S, $tO, $25 per 100. ENGLISH IVY, 2 and 3-inch. $3 and $6 per 100. A full line ct the best bedding GERANIUMS for stocking up. 2-inch, $3; 3-inch, $5 per ItO. SMILAX, Vinca Var.. Campbell Violets, Lobelia, UoleuB, Alternanthera, A geratum. Soar- let Sage, Lemon Verbena, Giant Aljssum, 2-inoh, $2; 3-inch, $4 per lOJ. Let me price jour wants. Cash or C. O. D. GEO. M. EMMANS, NEWTON, N. J. Giirysanthemum... TIMOTHY EATON, well-rooted cuttings, $2.25 per 100. Sample 2«J for 50 eta., express prepaid: Plants, $3.00 per 100, express not prepaid. All .healthy and strong. Geraniums... 1,5C0 S. A. Nutt, BCD La Favorite, from iV% and 2-inch pots, mostly 2^-inch, large per cent in bloom or bud, ready shift, $1.50 per 100; $14.00 per 1000. Unrooted cuttings of S. A. Nult, 70 cents per 100; $6.00 per 1000. Cash witi order. DES WOINES PLANT CO., 38tli St., Des Moines, Iowa. FOR FALL.. 10 distinct, best kinds, SIO.CO per 100. Poets Narcissus, dbl. A sgl., home grown, $5 a 1000. Clematis, large flowering, $2.50 per doz.; $16 per 100. M^ljrTT A ^?' ^ f^" hundred fine heavy OjUXAjAiik plants, one year. $3 per lOO. rftEONIftS r. A. BALLER, Bloomington, III. BEGONIfl GLOIRE DE LORRAINE, ax-loch pots, $15.00 per 100. Write for prices on large lots. Stock guaranteed absolutely free from disease. THOMAS ROLAND, Nahant, Mass. Hi Storrs& Harrison Co. PAINESVILLE, OHIO. KENTIA BELMOREANA, 2V2inch pots, JS.OO per too. " " 3-inch pots, $15.00 per 100 •> •• 24 to 28 in., fine bushy plants, $1.25 each; $15.00 per doz. •■ " 30 to 32 in., perfect condition, $1.75 each; $20.00 per doz. ARECA LUTESCENS, 3-inch pots, (3 plants in pot), $12 00 per 100. " " 6-incb pots, (3 plants in pot), 24 inches high, $70.00 per 100. TT'T^'R?'!^^ from 2;4:-inch pots. PTERIS TREMULA, a large stock of this in excellent shape, short stocky plants ready for shift. Always in good demand from any size pots, $2.50 per 100. PTERIS Adiantoides, Pteris Crelica Albo-Lineata, Pteris Alexandras, Pteris Ouvraidi, Ptetis Serrulata, each, $2.50 per 100. ONYCHIUM JAPONICUM, $3.00 per 100. ADIANTUM PUBESCENS, $3.00 per 100. Good assortment of FERNS, our selection of varieties, $20.00 per lOOO, PLUMOSUS. 2Vo-inch pots, $4.00 per 100; 3-inch pots, $6 00 per 100. SPRENGf Rl, 2-inch pots, $2.50 per 100; 2y2-inch pots, $3.00 per 100. DRAC/ENA 60DSEFFIANA. 3-inch pots, $1 SO per dozen. MARANTA MASSANGEANA, 2>^-inch pots, $3.00 per 100. GHRYSflNTHEMUMS. Nice young stock from 2-inch pots, $2.50 PER 100. Mrs. J. Jones, Qlory of Pacific, Mrs. H. Robinson, Yellow Jones, Pres. Smith, Viviand-Morel, Alice Byron, Col. D. Appleton, Yel. Fitzwygram, JVIodesto, Lavender Queen, Nagoya, Marion Henderson, Yanariva, Geo. S. Kalb, Mrs. B. D. Smith, Mrs. S. T. Murdock, Xeno, And many Uther Standard Varieties. NATHAN SMITH & SON. Hdrian. Mich. GERANIUMS The following strictly high grade varieties, true to name all from 2^i-iaDb pots: JEAN VIAUD. (the pink n. velty) $3.00 per ICO; DUTCHESS OF ORLEANS, (the variegated vfonder). $3 00 per lOP. S. A. Nutt, Beaute Poitevine. Francis Perkins, E. G. Hill. Mme. Bruant. Mme. Jaulio, Athlete, L. P. Morton, Thos. Meehan, Kelway and others, SJ.ODperlCO; $18.00 per ll 00. SMILAX. We are headquarters for smilax and can supply any quantity. Fine plants from S^^-inch pota, ready for planting $1.35 per lOO; SlO.iX) per lOCO. The W, T. Buckley Plant Co., Springfield. HI. Carnations, Geraniums Prices quoted upon application. Cannas, Etc. The Cottage Gardens, Queens, L. I. HERRON.... Carnation Grower, — ^ OLEAN, N. Y. SSfflll^X 2-inch, Jl.CO per 100. T>/\eXlS Brides and Maids, 2-inch, $3.03 .niVOXlO per 100; $18.00 per 1005. MCALLISTER & COMPANY, Balavia, III. 'Mums We can still furnish the following varieties from 2>.;-inch pots. Thrifty youDS plants, well estab- lished, ready for im- mediate shipment. Our selection of standard varieties, early, midseuson and late, $20 0) per 1' 0(; $12.00 per SOO. Reduction from list on large orders. WHITE. Per 100 T. Eaton $4.00 Ivory.. 3.00 Willowbrook 3.00 Nellie Pcckett.... 4.00 Polly Rose 3 CO Niveus 3.0U Mayflower 3 00 YELLOW. Per ICO Col. D. Appleton .$(.00 Philadelphia 5.0) Robt. Halliday. .. 3.00 Golden Weddin?.. 4.(0 R. H. Pearson 6.00 Yellow Mayflower 3.00 Mrs. E. D. Smith. . 4.00 Octobsr Sunshine. 3.00 Mrs. J.Whilldin.. 2.60 Liberty 400 Eclipse 400 Modesto 3.00 E. Dailledouze 3.i0 H. A. Parr 2.50 Major Bonnaffon.. 3.00 Nagoya 3.00 WHITE. Per 100 Geo. S. Kalb $2.50 M. Monarch 2 50 Mrs J. Jones 3.0O Queen 3.00 Mrs. H. Weeks.... 3.00 Wm. H. Chad wick 4.09 Mile. Lucie Faure 3.00 PINK. Per 100 Orizaba $6.00 Mary Hill 4.00 Lady Playfair 2.60 Xeno 3.00 Maud Tean 4.00 Yanariva 6 00 V. -Morel 4.03 Adele 3.00 Lady Harriett 4 10 J. K.Shaw 3.00 Glory of Pacific... 3.00 Red and Bronza. G. W. Childs 4.00 Intensity 4.03 John Pcckett 6.00 Lady Anglesly — 4.00 H. WEBER & SONS, Oakland. Md. iOO,OOOASTERPLANTS Semple's and Queen of the Market. New lot ready now, grown from the finest seed, at $1.00 per 60C; $1.53 per 1000; 10,000 for $12.50. J. C. Schmidt, Bristol, Pa. MBMABIBIO in Chrysanthemums and KHHI«HIII^ Fuchsias, named varie- ■PHIIWmnV ties, at $2 53 per 100. Allamanda Williamsli $4 00 per 100 Acalypha Sanderli 3.(.0 per 100 Russelia Elegantissima 3.00 per lOO Vinca Variegata 4.00 per ICO All good 2H-inoh plants. TheConard&JonesCo,West6rove.Pa. iPUase meniz'on thf A merican Flnrist when mritinz- *Dryden' Geranium, the finest of all bedders, 3=7i-in. pots, $6.00 per 100; SVs-in,, 1400 per 103. Cash please. HENRY EIGHHOLZ, Waynesboro, Pa. Please vwniion the Aino ican FloriU Zi.'/icn writing. 941: The American Florist. July 26, Pittsburg. BDSINBSS GOES ALONG QUIBTLY. — NO ACTIYITY ODTSIDB OF FUNERAL WOBK. — DEATH OF A FORMER MEMBER OF THE CRAFT. — GROWEBS INCREASING THEIR FACILITIES —VARIOUS NOTES OF LOCAL INTEREST. News has been received from Germany announcing the death of Benjamin Kiss- ling, who conducted a store on Federal •treet, Allegheny, for Charles Siebert, several years ago and later purchased some houses in McKees Rocks and oper- ated them successfully until his health failed. He then sold his plant and went to Germany to try and recover his health. He possessed a happy disposi- tion that made him a host of friends who will regret to hear of his death. There has been no marked change in the condition of business for this week. In fact the same dormant condition prevails as during the first three weeks of this month. Any display of activity during this period is generally chargeable to funeral work. Few florists have started on their vacations ai yet, but the months of August and the early part of September will be utilized for this purpose. Blind Bros., ofWest View, are making extensive improvements to their plant. They are adding 10,000 feet of glass and are equipping the plant with a new steam heating apparatus in a new boiler house 40x50 feet. The two new boilers are 150 horse-power each. The capacity of the coal bunkers will be 10,000 bushels of soft coal. Stock is in about the regular summer supply. The retailers carry very little of it and these are the days when the whole- sale houses must assume most of the responsibility. Carnations are poor, while roses are somewhat Improved. Asters are fine and plentiful. Gladioli are fair, as are sweet peas and lily of the valley. T. Langhans, of the Pittsburg Cut Flower Company, has gone with his family to Bemus Point. He expects to be away for three or four weeks. The Oakwood Rose Gardens, of Oil City, Pa., continue to supply Pittsburg daily with a large quantity of roses. E. L. M. Unionville, Pa.— On July 14 Joseph Renard died from poison administered by his own hand. It is supposed that domestic troubles had unsettled his mind. SMILAX 2-iQch, strong', 750 per 100. SPRENGtRI, rr*- "--^ so per 100. inch, slro'ng, $2.00 per 105. M. J. COVEMTBY. Fori Scolt, Kan. Burbank'sShasta Daisy I'Uiiits, 2j<- ean.h, $; ',0 pir do/,,; »liS,DO \n-r 100. .sccil, SOo p.T lf)0. pr.'i>iilH. CALIFORNIA CARNATION CO. LOOIVIIS. CAL. ROBT. CRAIG & SON, | Roses, Palms and Novelties in Decorative Plants, i Market and 49th Sts., Philadelphia. Pa. ; Lilium tiarrisii READY JULY 28. Packed by our own growers. One third delivered last week. Healthy looking bu'b;. FREESIAS (French) and ROMAN HYACINTHS Are due this week. "All Florists' Bulbs in Season." VAUGHAN'S SEED STORE 1 4 Barclay Street, New York. 84-86 Randolpli St., Chicago. .CARNATIONS Rose Plants. RDinC 3 iDcti. $i03per 100; $10 00 perlOOi. DnIUC 3' ,-iDch,$100 per 100; $50 OD per lOOO. DDinCCU Ain 3 in., $5 per lOU; $10 oer lOCO. DnlUCOnlHIUs^-in., $6 per I'O; $50 per 100 .\ Repotted three times. Elegant stock. 250 at IlOJ rate. Unknown parties cash with order. BRANT & NOE, FdREST 6LEN. CHICAGO. FIELD-GROWN Carnation Plants of the following varieties: ETHEL CROCKER, G. H. CR4.NE, FLORA HILL, FRANCES JOOST. Send for samples amd prices; ready for planting. JOHN WOLF, Savannah, Ga. A.U. Orders boolved now for fall deliver}'. SKND FOR FBICGS. Rotted cuttings and young plants all out. GEO. HANCOCK & SON. GRAND HAVEN, MICH. Orders booked now— delivery in September- tor ray Nephrolepis Fern "ANNA FOSTER" Small plaols, $a.00 per '00; larger plants prices on application. L. H. FOSTER, 45 King St., Dorcliesler, Mass. Latania Borbonica For growing on, fine plants, 3-inch pots, f6.00 a hundred. J. B. HEISS, The Exotic Nurseries, DAYTON, OHIO. Vegetable Plants. CABBAGE Danish Uallhnad. $1.00 per IQOO. CELERV, While Plume and Uiant Fuscal, $1,20 per lOOU. 'I'Mnsplanted Celery, $3.0) per lOOO. Cash Samp.c mailed for 6c. LUDWIG MUSBAEKi cagoA>e.?CMcago,ll'L WANTED TO EXCHANGE. We uiiiit a t,'n )(i s'xou'l hum! Hot \Vat<'r ItoiNir. '■apabic of heii'ing 2XtJ0 fet*t of 4-iarIi pipeund wish to f'-Vtihant,' 1 flcld-umwn Caroalioos, ready AuK- 1 :ind lalor—Mrd. T. W Lawson. G. Lord. E. ('rocker. U-iybn-ak. Wm. Ssott. Jubilee, Flora Hill. For cash ne of the most important hooks puhllshed this season and is much needed at thisllmc. It willhu of particular interest to FRUIT GROWERS AND NURSERYMEX owing tothe\via(•^preadpr('valem■e of the nutorions San Jose scale. Hydrocyanic add k;is is the only practlial remedy forthe thslrnclloii of this pest and is ht'iiiK u.sed imiie exlcn.sivt-ly ilian ever hefore hv nurserymen and hint t;ron.-is. The perfection 4-in., $1.60; 3-in., |2; 3^4-m., $3; 4-in., $4. LATANIA BORBONICA, per doz.— 2!^-in., 60i; 3-in., $1; 6-in., $7.20; 7 in.. 110; 8-in., strong, $18. PANDANUS VEITCHM, per doz.— 5-m 112; 6-in., $18: 7, $30; 8. $42. NEPHROLEPIS BOSTONIENSIS. per 100— 3-in., $8.00. Per doz.— E-iD. *3; 7-111.. $9: 8-in., $12; !i-m.,$18; lO-in.. $24. ASPARAGUS PLUMOSUS NANUS, 2-iQ.. $« per 100; 3 in., $8 per 100. ASPARAGUS SPRENGERI, per 100— 2-in., $3; 3-in., $8; 4-ln., $12; 5-in , f 15, ARAUCARIA EXCELSA, 4-in,. $9 per doz. FERNS FOR DISHES, Etc., $3 per 100. FERN BALLS, well furnished with leaves,! t to $5 per doz. TheGEO.WITTBOLDGO. 1657 Buckingham PI., Chicago. B. & A. SPECIALTIES ENGLISH MANETTI SI 2.00 per 1000 FRENCH MANETTI $10.00 par 1000 ASK FOR FALL CATALOGUE NOW READY. BOBBINK & ATKINS, Rutherford, N. J. WinBOLDII FERNS ■;H-iD,, S5,C0; 3-in., $8 00; E-in,, $15,0D. Bench plants all sold. 5 FINE RUBBERS 3 rent to 4 feet, $1,00 each or the lot for $20, CASH PLEASE. A. J. BALDWIN, HEWARK, 0. Orchids 1 <^ Arrived in fine condition: Cattleya labtata, C. Skinneri, C. Dowiana, Oncidium varicosum Rogersii and Peristeria elata; also a fine lot of Aothurium Scherzerianum. Write for our Hluatrated, descriptive catalague of orchids. Special list of freshly imported unestablished Orchids, just ready. Write for a copy. LAGER & HURRELL, """><". n. j. Orchid Qrowcrt and Impcrteri. 'MUMS I ROSES ! SREOIAL I Col, Appleton, 3ys-inch, $30,00 per 1000; rooted cutting, $16.00 per 1030. Maj. lionnalTon, 2V4-in., $18.00 per lOOO; rooted cuttings, $11,00 per 1000. Our selection in proper proportion of color, 2^- Inch, $20 per 1000: rooted cuttinRS, $12,00 per 1000, 100,000 2% und 3-inch Maids, Brides, Gates and Meteors. 25,0CO 2i4-inch Stevia and rooted cut- tings. $20 and $12 per 1000. Printed price list furnished on application. Poehlmann Bros. Co., Morton Grove and Chicago, III. BEGONIA 6L0IREDE LORRAINE, Begonia Light Pink Lorraine, For July and Later Delivery, $15.00 per ICO; $140.00 per 1000. Edwin Lonsdale, T.^.Tn^HiM near Pa. Watch This Space rOR rUTURE BARGAINS. 349 West North Avenue, CHICAGO, ILL. Greenhouies, Nilet Center, III. Please mention the American Florist when writing. Araucarla Excelsa. We coDtrol the American market of this splendid pot plant. Our houses are now full of them. May importation per steamers N^der- land, Penland and Kensington. We sell plants raised from top cuttings only (no seedlings), at the lowest cash pricea, as follows: Each 5 to bVz inch pots, 3 tiers, 10 in. and above, 50o 5|4-iDch pots, 3 tiers, 13 In. and above, 60o to 75o 6-inch pots, 4 tiers, 15 to 18 inches and above 75c to $1.00 KENTIA FORSTERIANA, 25 to 28 inches high, 5 leaves, f>'..-inch pots 75c KENTIA BELMOREANA, 20 inches and over, 5 leaves, F '.^-inch pots 75o FtCUS ELASTICA. 4 inches 2Cc to 25o BEGONIA, tuberous rioted 5-in. pots. $1.80 per doz. ASPARAGUS PLUMOSUS (only 300 pUnts in aH), fine, large b'ishes. just beautiful, 2 years old, from 20 to 25 sprays, out of 5Vs to 6-inch pots, 20 cents. Cash with order, please. ^^Mention if pots are wanted. GODFREY ASCHMANN. Wholebale Growbr and Importeh op Pot Plants, 1012 Ontario Street, PHILADELPHIA, PA. Asparagus PLUMOSUS NANUS.... From flats, $2,50 per 100; $20.00 per 1000. 2.inch pots, $4.00 per 100. 25 at 100 rates; 250 at 1000 rates, prepaid. Cash. LOOMIS FLORAL CO. LOOMIS. CAL. Please ni'tilioti (he A met tcatt Florist 'then writing. SMIRX Fiae , large, strc ng plants, ready to run, $J.iO per 100; $13.00 ptr 1000. They will please you. ■I-IIAT CASH. I'LKAHK. C.HUMFELD, CLAY CENTER. KAN. ftease mention the A merican Florist when v/tttinf. igo2. The American Florist. 94T TIN FOIL Plain, Fancy, Printed & Mounted, Manabctnred by Tlie Conley Foil Co. 521 to 641 West asth St., NIKOTEEIf IT COST» 4 CENT5 FOR EACH 600 FEET OF ■^ FLOOR SPACE «> ivB doe: not injure the most sensitive bh W PIANTS- ENDORSED BY PROMINENT HO,)ISTS-\iJ ^f USED FOR FUMIGATION OR SPRAYING INDOORS OR 1p IvjloUT- 200 LB5. OF TOBACCO IN ONE PINT OF HlKOIfCK It)' >'\ SOLD BY SEEDSMEN CIRCULAR FREE- A: 5KABCUBA DIP CC- CHICAGO. 1^ QUICKLY Does it. LEADING Florists' Supply House M. RICE & CO. Importers and Manufacturers, 918 Filbert Street, PHILADELPHIA, PA. Catalogue for the asking. AdjiistablePlantStands THE BEST ON THE MARKET. I stand SI. 50; 3 Stands S4.00; 6 Stands S7.50; 12 Stands SI4. 00. YOU NEED THEM IN YOUR BUSINESS. C. B. WHITNALL. IVIILWAIKEE. WIS. BAMBOO PLANT STAKES For Chrysanthemums, etc.. strong, yi to )^-inch, 4 to 6 feet, per 40O, |2 50; per 1200, {6.00. Cash with order. C. H. JOOSTEN, Importer, 178 Chambers St., NEW YORK. Sigmund Geller Importer and Manufacturer of FLORISTS' SUPPLIES Complete Stock— New Goods — New Illustrated Catalogue Now Ready. Send for it. 108 W. 28ih St., near 6th Ave., NEW YORK. WE NOW OFFER "Chemicals" for making LIQUID COMPOST.^ Dry powders all soluble in water. LompoBts cost less ttian ^-^o per gal. Correspondence invited. EASTERN CHEMICAL COMPANY, 620 Atlantic Awe., Boston. AmPPirfin Always do t>osmess, n\\\\)\ \y\X\\ ^^ek days and everyday florists Sundays and holidays, A He All over the country, '^ "^ /lUo At home and abroad. r\WAHDED THEONLY FIRST CLASSCERTIFICATEOFMERIT 8YTHES0CIET V OF AMERICAj FLORIST SAl BOSTON MAS 5| AUC-2ISTie90T0H STANDARR FLOWER POTS. i^ILLDIN Jersey Qty PoTTERYGq [ONG Island (Tty _ _ Traveling Representative. Phi Lad.elphia U- cutler ryebson, 108 Third Ave., NEWARK, N. J. a BLACK DEATH 97 (POWDER) TO EAT THEREOF ^v ^mm » -^ ■ » ^ ^— - - - - - '* TO DIE. •UG KILLER and FERTIIIIER. Three years of unprecedented success wherever intro- duced all over the United states has proved "BLACK DEATH" to be a cheap and absolute annlhilator of all insecis, bugs or beetles that prey on vegetation, foliage and flowers. See what Peter Reinberg said in this paper, Feb. 8. Other strong indorsements sent on receipt of postal card. Western Sales Agency, 835 Franklin St.. Chicago. HANDLED BY SEEDSMEN. S. D. STKYKEB, Agent. STANDARD FLOWER POTS ! Packed in small crates, easy to handle. Price per orate 150O 2-in., in crate, $4.88 1500 iH, " 5-25 1500 2y2 " 6.05 1000 3 " 5.00 800 3H " 5.80 500 4 " 4.50 320 5 " 4.51 144 6 " 3.16 Price per crate 120 7-in., in crate, $4.20 60 8 " 3.00 HAND MADE. 48 9-iu., in crate, $3.60 48 10 24 11 24 12 12 14 6 16 4.80 3. 60 4.80 4.80 4.50 Send for price Seed pans, same price as pots. .jv.«« .^. , list ot Cylinders for Cut Flowers, Hanging BasKets, Lawn Vases, etc. Ten per cent off for cash with order. Address HILFINGER BROS. POnERY, Fort Edward N. Y. Or August Rolkeb Si Sons, New York Agents, 31 Barclay Street, New York City. Invalid Appliance Co., COLUIBlI PLANT TUBS u HvarraU apvt.'* KELLER BROS. 213-16-17-19-21-23 Pearl St., NORRISTOWN. PA. Manufacturers of Standard Flower Pots, red In color, equal to the best on the market; are 16 miles from Philadelphia, bestot railroad connec- tions. We give special attention to mail orders and make special sizes to order in quantities. A. postal will bring prices and discounts. RED POTS sample pot and price list on application. C. C. POUWORTH CO.. Sir"''" THOSE RED POTS "STANDARDS" FULL SIZE AND WIDE BOTTOMS. ' BULB PANS AND AZALEA POTS. DETROIT FLOWER POT M'F'Y. HARRY BALSLEV. ReD. DETROIT, MICH.. 490 Howard St, : FOR INSURANCE AGAINST DAMAGE BY HAIL, Address John G. Esler, Sec*y F.H.A. SADDLE RIVBR. N. ,1. Standard POX^ Flower... ■ v^ * ^ If your greenhouses are within 500 milet of the Capitol, write us, we can save you money W. H. ERNEST. 2ath and M SlretU. WASHIHOTON. D. C. GEO. KELLER & SON, MANUFACTURERS OP FLOWER POTS. Before buying write for prices. 361-363 Herndon Street, near Wrightwood Ave., CHICAGO. ILL. Please mention the A merican Florist when mriting. FLOWER POTS STANDARD POTSspe.;>^t, List and SAMPLES FREE. SWAHN'S POTTERY MF'G CO., P.O. Box 78. MINNEAPOLIS. MINN. Bease rention the American Florist when wriUny WRITE A. F. KOHR, '«iJSfoW5f^i.Y..»"" FOB FBIOIB or Standard Pots whloh for ittength and poroilty combined are the belt on the market. Please mention the American Florist when writing. 948 The American F l aRis^T\ h .r^Jnfy-^0y Minneapolis. BUSINESS FALLS AWAY.— NOT UDCB STOCK IN SIGHT.— SWEET PEAS ABDNDAKT AND SELLING CHEAPLY. — VARIOUS TRADE NOTES. Trade conditions remain about the ■ame, although a little decline has been noticed the past week. Stock is in lim- ited c|uantities, so that the dealers do not get discouraged by an oversupply. Sweet peas are in abundance and are being sold as low as 80 cents and $1 per thousand. The stock is fine and it seems like giving goods away. The weather has been most unfavorable for the growers, it being rainy, dark and cold, with some very threatening storms. Chrysanthemums are all benched and in prime shape. There will be about the usual varieties grown again this year, excepting a few fancy sorts being dis- carded. Asters are appearing in market but the stems are rather short. A few gladioli are in. C. F. R. Baffalo. CLUB WILL PICNIC AT THE HEAD OF GRAND ISLAND. — ESSAYS TO BE A FEAT- URE OF WINTER MEETINGS. — TRADE DULL.— VOYAGERS REACH SOUTHAMPTON SAFELY. Active preparations are being made for our annual outing. At the meeting July 2^ the committee reported having selected the beautiful Bedell House, at the head of Grand Island, where Scott, Troup and McClure made their reputa- tions as runners, as the place for the event. President Braik appointed Wm. Scott, C. H. Keitsch and Wm, Legg as a committee to secure essayists for the winter meetings. . ' A cablegram received from W. F. Kast- ing says that he and T- B. Wiese arrived at Southampton after a pleasant voyage. Continued rainy weather has made trade dull and flowers poor and scarce. - -Visitors: Mr. McRorie,^ South Orange, N. J ; W. J. Boas, Philadelphia. BiSON. ^standard Tbe lightest running, most rapid and powerful ventilat- ingmachlnery in the market. Duplex Gutters, M&de of wrought or cast iron with sell adjusting sash bar clipi. The onjjf Drip Proof Metar Gutter offered to the Public. Send for my cata- logue free, E. Hippard. Youngstown, 0. Excursions TO ATLANTIC CITY. NEW YORK CITY AND MONTREAL VIA THE WABASH R. R. Advertised for July 31, August 7 and 14, ' have been abandoned. LUMBER AT HALF PRICES. HKri ii(insKrniiKi'*\ aukkicas Kxnisnrov SEND US YOUR LUMBER BILL FOR OUR ESTIMATE. Pipe, Ma<:hin^ry and Building Supplies in General. ,_, FREE t!ATAI,«<;|II-.H AK-,* Script Letters, $4. Fa&tcner with each letter or ("Word. , ,' Used by leadinsr florists everywhere and for sale ;by all wHolesale florists and supply dealers. '!n,,F, McCarthy, Trcas, and Manager, 'j 84 Havvley St., BOSTON, MASS. ^Plt'tXiC awndon the Ameyican Florist when :>.■> lUng. There's Business All Summer If you will only work it up. Don't let vour stock run down. Be sure to iiavi' everythioe on hand that a cus- tomer may call for. You will find every requisite listed and priced within the covers of our new Illustrated Cat- alogue. Free to Applicants in the trade only. H. BAYERSDORFER & CO., Manufacturers and Importers, 50-56 N. Fourth St., Phila., Pa. CUTFMRBOXES WATERPROOF. Corner Lock Style. The bf st, strongest and neatest folding cut flower box ever made. Cheap, durable, handy. To try them once is to use them always. DON'T USE OLD STORE BOXES. If you have any doubt, send for samples, which speak for themselves. 1.75 per 100; $15.00 per 1000 Size No. 1. " No. 2. " No. 3. " No. 4. " No. 5. " No. 6. 3x4ysXl6. 3x6x18.... 4x8x18.... 3x6x20.... 4x8x23.... 4x8x28.... 2.00 2.40 2.75 3.00 3.75 18.00 22.00 25.00 28.00 35.00 THE LIVINGSTON SEED OO. BOX 103. COLUMBUS. O. Horticultural Builders & Heating Engineers PHILLIPS MFC. CO., Tel. 1861 Bergen. Jersey City, N. J. In 1900 we built 5,726 square feet. In 1901 " 21,276 square feet. In 1902 " to date 14,962 square feet. Have orders for 19,600. This should convince you we are progressive and up-to-date. See the range we are building for S. Untermeyer, Esq. , Greystone, Yonkers, N.Y.; conceded by practical authority to be a perfect type of greenhouse. Call us up. OF HIGH ^ GRADE. .«^ Boilers For GREENHOUSES. See Our Catalogue g'.?;^,?:' Giblin&Co.,UtlGa,N.Y. American Florist Advertisements Work Every Day. i * 0 MODEL EXTENSION CARNATION SUPPORT Made with two or ' three circles. En- dorsed by all the Leading Carnation growers as the best support on the mar- ket. Pat. July 27, '97, May 17, '98 Prompt Shif ment Guaranteed. IGOE BROS. 226 North 9th St., BROOKLYN, N. Y, TO KILL ALL Greenhouse Bugs USE tt niicoTiciDr Clean and harmless as Fumlgant or Spra^. Ask your seedsman for it or write to The Tobacco Warehousing and Trading Co., 1000 Magnolia Ave., Louisville, Ky. A. HERRMANN, Cape Flowers, all colors, Cycas Leaves, Metal Designs, and All Florists' Supplies. Send for Prices. 404-412 East 34lh St. NEW YORK. REED & KELLER, 122 West 25lh St., NEW YORK. Importers and Manulacturers ol FLORISTS' SUPPLIES. Galax Leaves and all Decorative Greens. NOTICE. The special round trip excursion tickets announced from Chicago to New York City, Atlantic City and other New Jersey Sea Coast resorts on July 3ist, August 7th and 14th, 1902, via the New York, Chicago & St. Louis Railroad Co., under the head- ings of "$18.00 to New Yoik City and Atlantic City and Return," and "New York and Atlantic City at $1S00 for the Round Trip," by the Nickel Plate Road July I7th and 3lst and August 7tb and 14th, with return limits of 12 days, is hereby with- drawn and the rates abrogated. 40 Blight Of Melons; Of Asparngus; Of llollyhix-ks, etc. Now is the time to check these diseases by spraying with Bowket'5 "Blumeal" For bliglit; a dty Bordeatix, scientifically prepared. Add water and it is ready to use. 5 pounds for $1. Handbook of injurious insects and fuDgoas diseases mailed free. Bowker INSECTICIDE CD. BOSTON, MASS. i i i k t i i m^9^9^^9^%^9'9^9^9y'%^my^9% POR KIUUIIVG Bugs and Insects SULFHO-TOBHIiliO SOOP Gives Best Results. Cheap and Effective. Sold by Seedsmen. A 3-oz. trial cake, making I'j gallons prepared solution, mailed for 10 cents. L^ttkmScMp (0^ N. Y. HEADQUABTERS FOR HORTICULTURAL SUPPLIES Of Xlrery DescTlption. When you can't get what you want anywhere else, send here, we will send it to you. "ifit's used In Horticulture, we have It." DUNNE &. CO. J S4 w. soth si.. Niw Y*it. Telephone Call, 1700 Madison Square. ^L^n! ADJUSTABLE VASE HOLDER No. 1. — Brass, nickel, 4 feet long, 6 clasps to each rod. Price complete (with green or white tum- blers) $2 25. Price complete (with green or white cornucopia vases) $2.50. No. 2.— Heavy 4 ft. rod, brassed and nickeled, with three clasps for 5 to 6-inch pots, each $1.75. KIFT'S PATENT Rubber Capped FLOWER TUBES, lV4-inch diameter, per 100. $3.50. JOSEPH KIFT & SON, 1725 Chestnut St.. Phila.. Pa. I™ Regan Printing House §™ "' CATALOGIIES f LORISTS' ^"■"^^^^■■Y 87-91 Plymouth Place, J* jt j» CHICAGO j» j» J* (i FOR SOMETHING NEW AND NICE Cluster of Roses Stationery" for Florists, is the latest. Both plain and in colors. Samples free by DAN'L B. lONG,[Publlsher, l BUFFALO, N., Y. 950 The American Florist, July 26, Louisville. R&YNOR HAS FINE NEW PLACB NEARLY FINISHED. — GROWER PLANS NEW RANGE ACROSS THE RIVER. — PERSONAL AND TRADE DOINGS OF INTEREST. Charles Rayhor has his new range of houses well under way. He has the roses and chrysanthemnms planted and is putting on the glass. The houses have the Garland gutter and are the most up- to-date around Louisville. One house is 31x300 feet and will costabout $10,000. He has 30,000 as fine carnation plants as were ever seen in this locality and is cutting hundreds of fine blooms from the outdoor stock. Anders Rasmussen has purchased eight acres of ground and will erect greenhouses for the purpose of growing roses and carnations. The location is an excellent one, on Vincenijes street, New Albany, Ind. Wood & Stubbs have moved their store from Main street and now have two stores opposite each other at Brooks and lefferson. Several florists will attend the S. A. P. convention from here. Several outsiders Interested in horticulture will attend. This has probably been the best year for business the florists have ever had and they all wear a contented look. One of C. H. Kunzman's greenhouses tinder construction was blown down by a wind storm recently. Prof. Ernest Walker, of Payetteville, Ark., formerly with F. Walker & Com- pany, is visiting here. Mrs. Ed. J. Marrett Is selling her place ofi in building lots and will discontinue the business. P. Walker & Company have purchased twelve acres of ground adjoining their plant. H. Kleinstarink is building a hand- someresidence adjoining his greenhouses. Oscar Trinler is making a specialty of Kaiserin roses for summer trade. Jacob Schulz will celebrate his silver wedding in August. H. G. W. aiLVAHIZED WIRE-rWcT" Fifty cor loadB of new gilTanUedwlre.linhortleng.hii. . ^^^^^ Nerer wm uMd. Comej from (to lo .^^^^^. asas*. Put up 100 Ibi. to B, coll aad .^^^^^^k only OM llie wire to each bundle. ^m^ ^^k rrlc>tru(»rniBtl.«l-»0 »•' w \ 100 pOODdl. "oiir'Fr»e~r«t»ti>»«e So- lanklnK. We handle all kinds c tloneKe. 47 tor th» ,„,,„, andlo all kinds c.tBUp pIlCBf ro» Sh.rllf. .oi B.«l"r'. M.I.. ClUcaso House -Wrerklnitro. I^cabC mention f he American Floriii when •n ding. A STIC A FO R ,:j? (^rfeenFiouseqiazm^ U5EITNDW> F.O.PIERCE CO. 170 Fulton St., NEW YORK CYPkESS 'i^cM^° John €. -^f^j- nnons blackhawkit DILLON'S GREENHOUSE MFG. GO. MA.NDFACTCKBRS OF HOT BED SASH, AIR DKIEI> (UlLF CYPRESS SASH BARS Bloomsburg;, Pa. AND OTHER GKKENHOD8E MATEKIAL. BUILDERS of DURABLE and PRACTICAL Greenhouses at a LOW COST. ^^"Our descriptive circular conUiius valuablt SUB-WATERING BEDS "Our descriptive circular conUiius valuable information for every tloriat. Send for it For Carnations, Hoses, Vlok'tB and Lettucft. Give l,hein a trial this vear and iDcrciise quantity. improve quality and stive labor. Mext yi-ar you (I'at-rit iippliPd for ) will want all your beds inpcJe our way. Thf^ cost is rfasonablf. GEO. M. GARLAND, IRON QUTTERS AND POSTS. Test.lmoMiHls from leading rtcwits. SBt-d fcir CtttaloRue. CEO. M. GARLAND, Des Plalnes, III. MONINCfR CO.. CHICAGO, SELLING AGENTS. Please mention the American Florist to advertisers. igo2. The American Florist. 951 THOS. W. WEATHERED'S SONS, HORTICULTURAL ARCHITECTS AND BUILDERS AND MANUFACTURERS OF HEATING AND VENTILATING APPARATUS. THE ABOVE ILLUSTRATES OUR IRON CONSTRUCTION WITH IRON CUTTER, MADE IN LENGTHS UP TO 25 FEET. PHOTOCRAPH OF THE CRESSBROOK GREENHOUSES, FALL RIVER, MASS. FROM A For further informa- tion address THOS. W. WEATHERED'S SONS, 56 Marion St., New York. FROM FACTORY TO CONSUMER GLASS that is POPULAR with FLO ISTS It is our large yearly output and sales that permit us to make close prices on all kinds of Glass, Good Glass. The strength and superiority of our Glass we guarantee. For hot or greenhouses, conservatories, etc., it cannot be equaled. Lucas Glass is popular with Florists in all sections of the coun- try. Price lists and illustrated pamphlets gladly furnished on application. JOHN LUCAS & CO., 320 RACE ST., PHILADELPHIA, PA. FROM FACTORY TO CONSUMER D. 0. Gunningtiam Glass GO., .PITTSBURG. PA. Eslablished 1847. Tank Window Glass. ftot-tious6 Glass fl Specialty. H. M. HOOKER GO. Window Glass, Paints and Putty, Greenhouse Glass a Specialty. 99 West Randolph St., CHICAGO. THE KINNEY PUMP. For applying liquid manure It has no equ&l. S«at prepaid for $2.00. THE HOSE CONNECTION CO.. K;afCSton. R* 1. Pfrasr irifn/ion Ihe American Florist when writing. SEMON BACHE i CO. 7-9-11 Lajght St., New York. FRENCH GLASS For direct Shipment from factory Abroad. CARLOAD ORDERS ONLY TRY DS WITH A SPBOIFICATION FOB QUOTATION. _ THE IMPROVEI JENNINGS IRON GUTTER. Use our Patent IRON BENCH FITTINGS and Roof Supports. IMPROVED VAPORIZING PANS VENTILATINS For Tobacco Extracts. Etc. Send for Circnlara. " DILLER, CASKEY & CO., jEN^N^e^VRoe.. APPARATUS. 8. W- Ccr. Sixth and Berk 8ta.. PHILADELPHIA. — ^^— — ^ Please mention the American Florist 7vhen writing. 952 The American Florist. July 26, Index to Advertisers, Advertising ratea... 933 Allen J K 937 American Rose Co... I Amling EC 935 Aiohmann Godfrey. 94fl Bache Semon & Co. 951 Baldwin A J 946 Bailer FA 943 Bassett A Wash- burn 9a5 BiarS Alfred 1 Bayersdorfer H & Co 949 Beaulieu H 939 Beokert W 0 934 Benthey & Co 935 Berger H H&Co... H Berning H 0 934 Big Four R R 939 Bobbink A: Atkins.. 946 Bonnot Bros 9J7 Boston Letter Co. - 949 Bowker Ins'ticideCo 949 Brant * Noe 944 Brill Francis II BrodJohn 946 Brown Peter II Bruns II N 985 Buckley W T Plant Co 943 BudlongJA 935 Burpee W A* Co.. II Burton John 911 Calif Carnation Co. 944 Oarmody J D 952 Chicago Carnation Co 935 941 Chicago House Wkg Co 948 9.S9 952 IV CincinCutFlowerCo 934 Clucas<&6oddington II Conard &, Jones Co. 943 ConleyFoiICo 847 Coventry M .1 944 Cottage Gardens. ... 943 Crabb * Hunter.... 941 Craig Robt ASon.. 944 Crowl Fern Co 930 Cunningham DO.. Glass Co 9)1 Cunningham Jot H. 943 Danley S T 944 Oeamud J B 935 DesMoinei Plant Co 943 Detroit Flower Pot Mfy 947 Dietsch A & Co.... 95) Diller Caskey A Co 961 DiUon JL 941 Dillon's Mfg Co 950 Dlrken B W 940 Domer F Si, Sou Co I DreerHA 952 Dunne* Co 949 East'n Chemical Co 947 Elchholz Henry.... 943 Ellis Frank M 984 Emmans Geo M 943 Ernest W H 947 FaxonMB II Fick& Faber 941 Foley Mfg Co 948 Ford Bros 987 Foster LuciuiH.... 944 FreyCH 943 aardenlng Co 936 Garland Frank 935 Garland Geo M 950 Geller Sigmund 947 Qhormley Wm 937 Qiblin A Co 949 Groenewegen&Zoon 94J Qullett W H & Sons 941 Qunther Wm H .... 937 Gurney Heater Co.. 952 Guttman Alex J 937 HallAsi'n 947 Hammond W A 9l8 Hancock G A Son.. 944 Heiis JB 944 Herendeen Mfg Co. IV Herr Albert M 939 Herrmann A 949 Herron Dana R 943 Hews AHA Co.... 947 Hilflnger Bros 947 Hill The EG Co.... I Hippard E 9ls Hitohings A Co IV Holton & Hunkel Co 935 Hooker H M Co 951 Horan Edw C 937 Hose Connect'n Co. 951 Humfeld C 946 Hunt K H 934 Isoe Bros 949 Invalid Appl'ce Co. 947 Jacobs S A Sons ... 918 Jennings EB II Joosten C H 947 Kastlag W F 936 Keller Bros 9.7 Keller Geo A Son... 947 Kellogg Geo M 937 Kennicott Bros Co 911 K-ntuok7 Tobacco Product Co 946 Kift Joseph A Son.. 949 Kohr A F 947 Kreshover L J 935 Kroeachell Bros Co. IV Kuehn C A 934 KuhlG A 939 941 Lager A Hurrell.... 946 Landreth I) A Sons II Lang Julias 937 Langjahr AH 937 Larkm Soap Co 949 Laurel Hill NurseryB940 Livingston Seed^Co. 949 Lookland Lum Co. 950 LongDB 949 Lonsdale Edwin 946 Loomis Floral Co... 946 Lord A BurnhamCo IV Lucas J A Co 9il Mader Paul.. 946 McAllister A Co ... 943 McCarthy N K A Co 936 McKellar A Winter- son Co 934 MiohiganCut Flow- er Ex 934 Millang Frank 937 Monlnger J C Co.. . 95u Moore, Hentz A Nash 937 Mosbaek L 94) Mott Seed A Bulb Co II Muno John 935 Myers A Co 952 N Y Cut Flower Uo. 936 N Y Cut Flower Ex. 9j6 Nickel Plate R R 949 Niessen Leo — .- . 936 Parker-BruenMf Co 948 Pennock Sam 'IS.. 936 Perkins John J 937 Phillips Mfg Co.... 949 Pierce F O Co 95U P.erson F R Co 938 Pierson-SeftonCo.. Ill PittiburgCutFloCo 934 Poehlmann Bros Co. 934 946 Po'l'lworth C C Co .... 947 QuakerCityMachCo 948 QueenACresoentRR 939 Randall A L 935 Rawson W W A Co. II Raynor Jl 937 Reed & Kel.'er 949 Regan Print House. 949 ReinbergQeo 935 Relnberg Peter 936 Rice Bros 936 Rice MA Co 947 Rider Ericsson En- gine Co 953 Robinson H M A Co 936 Roland Thomas.... 943 Rolker A A Sons.... II Rovatzos A Moltz. 936 Rupp John F 939 Saltford Geo 936 Sprague Smith Go. PUTE AND WINDOW GUSS Greenhouse Glass a Specialty 305 Raadolpk IUmI. CHICAGO. WROUGHT IRON PIPE _ Oood condition, u»(3 Stearns Lumber Co. IV StorrsAHarrisonCo. 913 Stryker S D 947 Surrey Seed Co II Sutherland G A . . . . 936 Swahn Pot Mfg Co. 947 Thorburn J M ACo. 934 Thompson J D Car- nation Co I Traendly A Schenck 937 Tobacco Warehouse- ing A Trading Co 949 Van Bochove A Bro 939 VandegriftFBACo.. 940 Van Wert i.:rhouses 939 Vaughan'B Seed Store ....939 941 944 I II Vick's Sons Jas.... 11 Wabash R R 948 Weathered's Sons Thcs 951 Weber H A Sons ... 943 Weeber A Don 11 Weiland A Risch... 93.^ Welch Bros 936 Whilldin Pot Co.... 947 WhitnallC B 947 Wietor Bros 93i> WiUjs S Mfg Co.... 948 Williams F RCo... 9 4 Wilson HE 941 Winandy Michael.. 941 Winterich C 939 Wlttbold Geo Co.... 946 Woir John 944 Wolf A Q A Bro . . IV Wood Bros 941 Wrede 11 II Young Jno 937 Young A Nugent... 937 Zirngiebel D II American riorlst Advertisements Pay Advertisers. This is a funny looking thing but it will do the work easier and cost less than any other apparatus on earth or any other place Send for a descriptive circular to J. D. CARMODY, Evanoville. Ind ; Holds Glass Firmly See the Point 49* PBERirSS Qlftdnff Points u-e thebeit. No rlgbu or lefta. Box o~ 1,000 polaU 76 oU. poatp&id. ^ OEXBT A. DREER, i 714 ChMtoDt Bl.,Pkil&., Pft. r B ■DORIC" HEATER. Profitable Greenhouses "Curney" greenhouses are profitable greenhouses because they're operated under the moat economical conditions. ' Ourncy Heaters maintain an even heat with the least amount oi care, burn a minimum amount of coar to maintain the desired tempera- ture, require no brick setting, and are without question the most efficient constructions on the market. A host of nurserymen already use the "Gurney." If you're not on the list, send for catalogue and find out more about it. Curneys promote the greatest hothouse success. GURNEY HEATER MFG. CO. 74 FRANKLIN ST.. BOSTON. Ill FIFTH AVE.. NEW YORK OITY. Western Selling Agents. JAMES B. CLOW & SONS, Franklin and Harrison Sts., Chicago, III. WATER. If you want water only when the wind blows a windmill will do your work and cost less money than our Rider and Ericiaon Hot Air Pumps, but if you want water every day while your flowers are growing and do not want your pump blown down when the wind blows too hard, no pump in the world can equal ours. We have sold about 20,000 of them during the past twenty-five years, which is proof that we are not making wild statements. Our Catalogue "A 3" will tell you all about them. Write to nuar- est store. Rider-Ericsson Engine Co. 35 Warren St., New York. 692 Craig St., Montrkal, P. Q. 239 Franklin St.. Boston. Teniente-Rey 71. Havana. Cuba. 22A Pitt St . Stdnet, N. S. W. 40 Dearborn St., CiiicAOO. 40 N. 7th St., Philadklphu Myers&Co. ESTABLISHED 1840. GREENHOUSE ARCHITECTS I BUILDERS. HEATING ENGINEERS. 0r«siihous* Bollars. Iron Baneh Framas. Send for catalogue and latest prices. 116 So. 17th St., Philadelpliia, Pa. PIfa ^r mrnlinn Ihr A merican Ftnrist whf it wn'liMg. ■i :yM^ M^Ss: '<:* - ^-r: \J^^->^^ *»-i* -^ . -i 4L i "^ -^"^i