UMASS/AMHERST 312066 0333 3170 6 liHi'iilt LIBRARY OF THE MASSACHUSETTS AGRICULTURAL COLLEGE SOURCE. _P_ub.lL5>h.eTSi. V.34- m AMKRICAN m FLORIST. A WEEKLY JOURNAL FOR THE TRADE. VOLUME XXXIV. ■^ ■ 6 January 29 to July 23, 1910. 8ggg8ggg«is!eSe5^fegfea=ifeW<»i'?8S(fgggfeaggggggS CHICAGO: AMERICAN FLORIST COMPANY. 1910. L^' ^ 3 ^.4-0 ^ P -A-- II AL-aciiis. three now, 81T Aesculus iiiirvirtora. lOu Albany, N. Y. Florists' Club. 194, [WJ], T08, 798, 9i0. 1152, 1217 (iarvaii-Brady wedding, 991 Notes, 11)11. 24:l, 3H1, 448. S53. 048. 798, 844, 924. 97lj. Il."i2. 1217 Albert Lea. Minn.. 787 Alfalfa seed lase. 30 Allied trades, ,-.8, 99, 308. [42.5], 408, 520. .W8. 010. S!19. 987. 1082, 1142. 1220, 12.1 Alpena. Midi,. 703 Anmryllis. Kurbaul-'s newer, 1138, 1139 American Assoeiatiun of Nurserymen. Annual ecuivention announcements, 340. 5oii, 782, 828 Annual convention iiroeeedings. 970, 994 Group of convention visitors. 1114 officers and cummittces for 1910-11, 1258 American Carnation Society. Annual meeting proceedings, 1, 08 .loint meeting witU Rose Society, 6 (Iffleers, 2,3 Kegistrations, 10, 122, 220, 072. 1048 American Civic ,\ssociati(m. 30 Ameriean (Jladiolus Society. Aunounc-enicnts. 998 Executive comnilttee nu'eting, rules, etc.. 1144 Prizes, etc. 1048. 1192. 1240 Proceedings of flrst meeting. 902 American Nurserymen's Protective Association. officers and committee, 1210 Ameriean Peony Society. Annual meeting, announcement. 782, O.'iO Proceedings, etc.. 990, loOO American Rose Society. Annual convention. Mar. 10-18. New iorU, annonncenn-uts. 122. 172. 220. 318 Annual convention proceedings, etc., 375. 432 European representation. 850 Joint meeting with Carnation Society, Killarney spiu't. registration. 950, 1090 Jlidsummer meeting, notice. 998, 1240 Reasons for .ioining. 139 American Seed Trarle Association. Annual convention announcements. 870. 960 Officers' portraits, 1110 Proceedings, 1037. 1110. 1158 Aramann, J. F. Advantages of flower shows. 74 Portrait. 119 Portrait with automobile. 314 Ammonia sulphate. 1275 .\nnuals. Climbing. 711 Indoors. 310 Sweet-scented for llio garden, 1020 .\ntirrhinnms. 03 .\phiue. Philadeliihia demonstration, 178 April. Flowers in New York stores, 618 ■n'eather, 072 Work for, 481, 529. 5TG. 625, 670 Aquatics, quarter century of. 1187 Araucarias, 1230 Arbutus, trailing, 973 Ardisias. 755 Arnold Arboretum, addition. 1115 Art Floral Co.. exhibit. 315 Artificial flowers, cartoon, 08 Aschmann. Godfrey, establishment. 314 Asparagvls. fl88 Beetles. 08S Culture in France. 1101 Asparagus plumosus. injured. 210 Asters, 63, 802, 1181 After corn. 366 Disbudding. 1184 Atlanta. Ga.. 1251 Atlantic City. See Anu-rican Seed Trade As- sociation Auctions. New York, plant. 808 Automobiles. Bertermann's. .lohn. in Indianapolis pa- rade. 007 Blacliistntie's decorated delivery wagon, 713 Ehudiistone's dectu-ated prize winning. 710 Chicago parade. 750 Decorating. 710 Electric decorated I plate i. 710 Fleischnnm Floral Co.'s decorated. 757 Fleischman Floral Cb.'s decorated iu Chi- cago parade, 853 Gude Bros.' ilei'orated prize winners, 712. 715 McKellar's. ('. W.. car at Chicago pa- rade. 8.54 Marche & Co.'s decorated prize winner, 715 Schaffer's decorated priv.e winner. 714 WieL'and. \., & Son's at Indianapolis pa- rade. 010 Azaleas. Ill After flowering. 03 B Bader. .Tohn, portrait. 5 Baltimore. Md.. notes. .18. BO, 148, 240. 327, 40G. 458. 492. 542. 001, 603, 704. 740. 818. 880, 950. 1012. 1056. 1151. 1204. 1250, 1263. 1273 Barr. Peter, memorial fund. 1090 Barry. Patrick, portrait. 1234 Barry. Vim. ('.. portrait. 12:i3 Bartram. Jolm and William, 24 Baskets. Azaleas and lilies (plate). 210 Birch bark of Easter lily, etc., by A. McAdams. 477 Cane bandied birch bark, .367 Easter, by \V. .1. Smyth. 308. 370. 477 ICaster; hyacinths, croto'ns and ferns. 427 Easter lilies Jind white hyacinths, 420 Eastei- lilies, etc. (plate), 303 Easter novelty by 11. C. Rowe, 474 Easter, vellow. by W. ,1. Smyth, 370 Gladioli 'and roses (plate). 1182 (Irchi.ls and lily of the valley (plate), 896 Plant. Easter. 304 Plants: azalea, primula, rambler rose and begonia (plate), 02 Plants: hydrangea, jiandanns juid rambler rose (plate), 310 Uauibler roses and hyacinths by Wm. .1. Smyth (plate). ,570. 571 (Jassclt. G. P.. porti-ait :iii(I note. 485 Baur, A. F. J. Portrait. 2 Report as secretary, annual meeting Amer. Carnation Society. 4 Beagle (ship), relic of, 940 Beans. Michigan. 732. 1014 New York stock. 1014 Beattv. H. B. Portrait. 61 Resignation as treasurer of S. A. F.. 70 Bebus. Jos. H.. death. 219 Begonias, 989 Fibrous rooted. 473 Glory of Cincinnati, as offered by J. .\. Peterson, 104 Patrle, 220 Patrie. as grown by Saml. .Murray. lOo Slow iu growing. 1230 'rnl)evurg convention \isitoi'S Jit plant, Bakerslown, 05 Portrait. 1 Burpee. W. Atlee. Entertains Seed Trade Associatliai. 1113 Portrait. 1184 Spencer tvfie of sweet peas. 1138 Business situation, 234, 284, 481 (Easter re- ports). 5.34 Butterficld, Maurice, death. 208 Cabbage. Lung Island. 1254 Maggot. 920 Cadillac. .Midi.. 820 Caludiinns. Esculentum. 755 Fancy-leaved (A. Nehrling). 166. 854, 1238 Greenhouse culture (A. Nehrling), 717 Lath shed in Florida, 167 Outdoor culture (A. H. Nehrling). 1092 'Transparent. 166 Calanthes. See under Orchids. California. Eucalyptus seeds, 190 June weather, 906 Seed crops, 640. 778, 824, 1158 Sweet peas in. 136 CaBas. 941 Hybrid, 724 Yellow. 480 Calvat. Ernst, death. 997 Camas 1039 Camasslas, Burbank's hybrid. 1039 Camellias, 310 Cuttings, rooting. 65 Camp Conduit Co.. 1226 Canada. Customs regulations, 968 June frosts. 1064 Seed Imports, 498 Canada bhiegrass. 1200 . Canadian Horticultural Association. tariff, 1240 ( anadian Pacific R. R.. [1229] Canary Islands, condition, Feb., 330 Canger & Gormley, bridal bouquet, 362. 304 Cannas. " .„,,,... — o Conard & Jones Co.'s new "Ulntzer, oi3 Cornell work, 573 ^ History of past quarter-century, 4iS King "Humbert. 478 King Humliert at Mt. Greenwood Ceme- tery. ( bicago. .572 Notes (L. Boegliu). .572 Rosea glgantea. 479 Three good, 480 Vangban's. Western Springs, 5i2 Cape .pisniines. 756 CaruatlouB. 309, 1181 .\fter grass. 264 Afterglow. 217 , io Bell. W. T.. on history and uses, 1^ Bum' Ami. registration. 18 Brc-ltenstein, W. H.. on, 8 . Bri-ht Spot, benches at Nic. Zweifel s. llo Bright Siiot. flowers and buds, vase of blooms, 0. 7 Bulls damaged. 1090 Burkl. F.. on, 8 Carried over, 430 Chiiago Carnation Co.'s novelties 10, 11 Christmas Cheer, registration, 6i2 Conuuest, bench of. 11 Culture. 114 Culture In the field, 523 I'uUurL under glass (W. T Bell) 1135 Dorothy Gordon, blooms and basket. 12. 13 East, in the. 264. 852 Glorlosa, registration. 1048 (iranite State, registration. Ih Green fly. 853 Harvard. 216 Harvard, vase of. 265 Hill. .Tos. H.. on. 9 Hobllng over. 214 Kroeschell measure. 65 Lady Algy. 15 „ ,„ M:iv Day, bench of, 10 Mrs C. W. Ward, at Cottage Gardens Co.'s. 215 Mrs. J. C. Vaughan. 669 Mrs. Walter W. Coles, R Niagara, registration. 122 Nortliwest. outdoors, 523 Notes, 114. 214. 4.30. 523. 852. 1090, 1231 Notes In season (C. W. .Tohnson). 5i6 Past and present. 214 Pins for mending. 308 Pittsburg, varieties at. 64 Planting In the field. 711 Postnia Floral Co.. 74 Princess Charming. 14 Princess Charming, registration, bi2 Propagating, 317 VOL XXXIV Carnatious ((.'outimieU i. Ripeniug seetl, 2G4 Saugamu. 04 Sbasta. bench of. 9 South. Go. 2t;jj. 431, 10(10 Summei- treatment. 1232 Trem) uf the times. 314 I'nsatisfartnr.v. 2i;4 Washington. 04 West, in the. 314 White Wonder, registration, 104S Wiusor. bouquet of. 214 Wiusor, vase of. 2ft4 Wodeuethe. registration, 220 Work imkM>rs and out. 1231 Young stoi-k, care of, 624 See also American Carnatiou Society: Per- I^etual Carnation Society Cartwright. Mrs. .1. I*., death. 1191 Catalogues received. 86, 137, o94. J94, G40, 1014 Catalpa ciirdifolia, 737 Cattleyas. See under Orchids Celery notes. 125f> Celosia pyramiilalis. 1133 Celosias, 847 Cement a nd concrete fence posts. 30S Cement benches. See Benches Cement block machine. 1157 Centerpiece, pyramiil. 310 Chambers Flathead carnation pius. 308 Champaign. 111. See I'l-bana Charleston. S. C. 690. 704 Chicago, 111. Automobile parade. 756 Cars in parade. S53. 854 Easter business. 47G Easter preparations. 430 Florists' Club. 126. .583. 767, 954. 1192. 1196 Horticultural Society. 1149 Horticidturul Societv's medal for W. N. Rudd. noil Jamjarv. Februarv flowers in stores, 62 .' July stores. 1182 June flowers in stores. 942 Notes. 18. 72. 124. 174. 222. 272. .322. 382. 436. 485. .534. 5S2. 628. 674, 720. 728. 766. 771. 812. 832. 85S. 904. 952, 10;iO. 1050. 1071. 1098. 1121. 1146. 1194. 1242. 12.57 Tarks. notes on. 666. 995 Simmons. A. I., retail store. 668 Tree- trimming trouble, 340 Chicago Carnation Co., greenhouses at .loHet. 10, 11 Chickens, live. .380 Chinch bug. ln64 Chrysantheuiutii Society of America. Review of work of examining committee for 1909. 379 Special prizes, list, 5.30. 626, 122S Chrysanthemums. lnS5 Arlee. 66 California outdoor, 67 Ckirinda. 66 Cultural notes. 1235 Current ) .-Vjiril i work, 6GS nr. Frederick A. Cook, IC Itaska. 66 January. February work, 66 Mrs. Jane Cockburn, 16. 220 Xaomah. 2(i7 Notes in season, 947 October to Christmas. 805 Pot. 111. 847. 1236 Propagating. 67. 267 Ready for planting — natural size shown. 947 Rooted cuttings. 020. 992, 993 Single. 317 Smith's lE. D. t novelties fq*' 1910. G6 Soil for. 216 South, in the (Wm. Lear). 621. .K04, 946 .Specimen plants for exhibition. 216, 1236 Stock plants mid cuttings. 66 Young stock, care of. 992 C incinnati. O, Hroup at Florists* Society's annual election of otficprs. 1237 Notes. 4n. 94. 134. 242. 290. .326. 449. ."OS. 554. 5911. 671. 728. 975. 1070. 1116. 1164. 1212. 1261 Cinerarias, 1134 Clark. TIios.. death. 1191: portrait. 1202 Cleanliness and order. 1237 Cleveland. O. Mrs. E. S. Wilson's new store. 572. 57G Notes. 45. 73. "(;. 146. 233. 293. .346. 4.39. .556. .593. 647. 689. 735. 776. 846. 866. 972. 1023. 1069. 1119. 1152. 1200. 1261. [1277] Climbing anniials. 711 Clover seowarf trees. 803 Dwight. F. C . death. 317 III E Easter. , Business re|>orts. 481 Chicago business. 476 Chii-ago prei>arations. 430 ( hickens. 38n Cut flowers. 362 Date. 380 Easter lilies. 161 Flower market. 532 Plants, ferns and palms. 362 » Preparations. 259 Suggestions. 361 SuggestifUis for decuratious. 428 Window bv Idle Hour Nurseries 522. 523 Edelweiss, cultivatiou. 1166 Eelwornis. 596 In ferns. 929 Eissner. Chas., death. 997 Elizabeth. N. J., 742. 925 Elks* windows, Macon. Ga., 848. 849 Elliott, Wm. H. Accepts piesideuey Rose Society. 530 As rose grower. 899 Large house interior, Mailbury. N. IL, 1091 Large houses. 90ii Portrait, 377 Ranges at Brighton. Mass., and Madbury, N. H.. S99, 9C0 iOllwanger, Geo., portrait, 1234 Ellwanger & Barry. Blue rose. 238 Portraits of founders of firm, views, 1234, 1235 Roses. 1114. 1210 England. CorruuL practices. 718 FrencIT* gardening in. 34 Escbschpltzia. Burbauk's crimson, 1040 Eucalyptus. California seeds. 190 Eulali'a Japonica. growing at Highland Park, Rochester. 372 Euphorbia jacquinia^flora. 554 European borticidture. 39, 88. 191, 286. 320, 444, 577. 920, 923 Evergreen seeil lings, duty on, 36 Exhibitions. Advantages, 74 See also Brussels. Haarlem, Paris Express overcharges. [1037] Express rates. 1064 Falconer. Wni., portrait. 5 Fareuwald. A. Portrait. 377 Reasons for ioining the Rose Society, 139 The nise the bri?htest of flowers, 378 Farr. B. H. Address at nnunal meeting American Peony Society. 996 February. Flowers in N. Y. stores. 163 Work for, 120. 209 Fence posts, cement and concrete. 308 Ferns. Color lacking. 810 Eelworm in. 929 Growing outside. ln91 Nephrolepis Dreyerii. registration. 1240 Nephrolepis Roosevelt, registration, 856, 993 Place in horticulture. 68 Fertilizers. .Air nitrate. 1223 Bacterial, 616 Cost. 568 ( rops, under glass, 88 Lime. Iii64 Newest. 1252 Muriate vs. sulphate of potash, 578 Wood ashes, 948 Fife Floral Co.. 523 Fig trees, duty. 783 Flag. F. S.. plants to make, 574 Fleischman Floral Co. Decorated automobile. 757 Decorated automobile in Chicago parade, 853 Flora Dale. Pa.. 97 Florida. Caladium culture, 1092 Northern flowers in, 13 Florists. See Society of American Florists Florists' Delivery Association. organization anil officers, 16 Flower growers, half hour chapters for, 63, 316. 521, 709. 801. 941. 1085, 1181 Flowers. Long-stemmed, suggestions, 1183 Love and. 372 Necessity of. 1001 Hv. dangerous, 518 Forbes, S. A., portrait. 119 Forcing, new method. 4.59 Fordho<^>k Farms. 1113 Forestry. British museum at Kew. 1132 National School, bill for, 690, 1210 Promotion of. 340 Forget-Me-Nots. 521 Fottler. Fiske. Rawson Co.. 1200 France. Bulb industry. 368 Nursery conditions and certificate, 90 Frankfort "Botanical Garden. 872 Franks. Geo. B.. portrait. 119 Fredericton. N. B.. 786. 1167 Freeman. S. L.. orchid collecting in Colum- bia (views'. 317 Freeport. III-. 974 Freesias, 1085 French gardening in England. 34 Fruits. Pennsylvania culture. 91 Ripening by chemicals, 516 See also Prices Fuchsias. 1134 IV Fuel. See Heating Kullcr, Jos. B., ik'Utli, I'lll; portrait. 234 Funeral deslKiis. Callas, spra.v. \V2 llRly. Till See also spoclal ilesigns. l-'llTii-ral tlowors. yP!) Color in, 30(1 I)t'[iiirtliK*nt .'Stores, 163 Funeral plants. 1112 Funeral work. solii-itiuE. 484 Galvin. Thos. F., tag for florists, 260 (.auimage. W. W.. portrait. 3 Gardeners. Cbavai'tor. 1128 See also National .Vssociation of danli-n- ers Gardens. Danger of planting too early, 4zb Sympatliv with tlie soil, 460 Gates a1ar cleslgn, A. C. Kott, 522 Genistas, 218, 1236 Geraniums, 617 For lieihling. 473 How to have good, 569 Propagating. 265 Repotting. 105 Winter riowering. 7.j6 Gill. Mrs. E. M.. 1215 Girls, flcakultnre taught to. l'.'41J Gladioli. 710 Bulb disease. 30, 945 Bnlli rots, 76) Disease among, 138 Ellington Belle, 045 Fifty vears ago, 945 Gniff's" hybrid, 044 I'riniulinus, P44 Princeps liybrid, 1145 SomM-es, query, 944 See also A"'..vican Gladiolus .Society Glass, price, [425] Glazing, 810 ^, , _,„„. Glen Cove, N. Y. See Nassau County Hort. Soe. Goddeu, Aiiizi. Seetl Co.. 594 Gourds, ornaniental, 985 Gowanloi-k, Thos.. ileath. 855 Grand Kapids. Mich., 225, 472. oli. .0;., 10o6 Grapes. For forcing. 642 Indoor. 715 Xew barrel for. 390 New York state. 434 Grass. Canada bUlegrass, 1200 ,,.„ (lover and timothy seed in Germany. llo9 liigalls. .1. .1., on. 573 Sard-binding. 32 . firass and clover seed, American e.vports. 3o0 Grasshopper, destroying, 91(1 "Grassliopiiers." 1104 _ Greek- Vnierican Florists' Association, outing. groups. 1200. 124S Green. K. II. R.. 1192 . , ,,„,.,.„, (Jreenhouse Vegetable Growers and Maiket Gardeners' Association, 1208, 125b Greenhouses. Assessment in England. 321) Fertilizers for crops under glass, 88 Iron sashbar. 1143 Large, advantages, 9ii0_ Small, crops for. 711. 714 l-|i-to-date. 901 Greenville. Midi.. 400 . Gregory .Tas. J. 11.. death, 268; liortrnit, 2S4 Grossnian, Aug., Riciimoiid roses, rapid grow- ing 219 Grower' and retailer helping each other, 261 Growers, with the, 266, 312. 526, 574. 80,. 948. ll)S8. 1183. 1232 Glide Bros., decorated prize winning auto- mobiles. 712, 715 (MiiiithiT. C. T. Summer roses, loi (inllctt. C. F... portrait, 119 H Haarlem .luhilee Flower Show. Announcements, 270, 444 Dates, 32. 18(1. 732 Keiiort. 850, 851, 8.52 Ilabermchl, Ed., decorations at W irtener ball, 14 Hail in Wieliita. 764. 780 Hale, Mrs. Janet, death, 15 Hall, John, liortrait and sketeli, 736 Hammond. Beuj., portrait, .')77 Hammond Paint Works. 1226 Hardy annuals, perennials. See annuals, per- ennials Harp of roses, eallas and rarnations I plate 1, 260 Harrison, J, G., & Sons, 36 Hart, Geo. B.. portrait, 1233 Hartford, Conn., 1169 Hatcher, H. C,, death, 528 Hauswirtb's store at Easter, 618 Heacock, Jas., Co., orchids, eattleyn bouse. S9S. 899 Heating, 468, 020 Hot water to steam, 99 Information vaiited, 1082 Pipes, size. 1090 V. S. Rocking Grate Bar Co.. [42S] Hedges, shrubs for, 90 Heffron, Uev, D. S.. death, portrait, 625 Heleniuius. some good, 1022 Herbert. Mrs. I., new store at Wilkesbarre, Hernis Floral Co.. iron sashbar house, 1143 Ueinu, Albert, 20 INDEX Herr, A. M, Address, nunual meeting Amer. Carna- tion Society, 3 Portrait, 2 Trend of the times (carnations), 314 Heuchcras from seed, 716 Hill. E. G.. Co., Kioup, 1236 llill. .los. 11. Calendar of the carnation, 9 IliiiialaTii bi-rry. 1018 Ilinsdale. 111.. Ilciiderson-Maddeu wedding. 992 Ilitchings cup, 900 Hocrber Bros,, establlsliment, 807 Il.jcv. Bernard, ileiith, 001 Holland, livacintli and tulip culture, 11114 Ibdli.-s. tri^atnieiit, etc., 922 Ib.llybc.cUs, 9:17 IloiioUilu rloral parade, GO llood River fruits, 1008 Hop shoots as a vegetable. 549 Horse chestnuts, 190 Horticulture. , Correspondence course. S. Dak. State Col- lege. 484 For women. 443 Hotbeds. 180. 480 Hughes, II, R, Maypole dance, 756 St. Patrick's Day window display. 304, Ilutchins. Rev. W. T.. modern sweet pea. 1040, inoo Hyacinths, Bulb claasilicatiou hearing. 824 Diseases of Roman, 620 Haarlem flower show, 851, 852 Roman, types illustrated, 620 Hydrangeas, 111, 017, 847 Blue, 551 I Idle Hour Nurseries, Macon, Ga.. 210. 212, 213 Easter window. 522. 523 Window display. St. Patrick's Day. 428 Illinois State Florists' Association. Annual convention, preliminary notice. 20 Appointnients, 270 Convention programme, 118 Olticers" p, 1.4. Ithaca, N, Y, Notes, 108, 1003 See also Cornell University. Jacksonville. Kl.i.. 1130 Jaeger. C. It., store interior, li)88 January. Flowers in Chicago stores. 62 Work for. .50 . _ Jarvis, Anna. O'JO. 71il. 72;i. portrait. ilO JeriisMlcm cherries. 1237 Jobblns. II, .M.. letter mi e\periiuciil stations, ll.'l Jolinson. C. W. ^ ( arnalion planting in the field. iH Carnation work indoors and out. 1231 Carnations after grass, 264 Carnations in the West. 314 Carnations oiisatisfactory, 264 Clirysantlieniuin cultural notes, 123i> Cbrysanlheniiim current (April) work, 668 ChrVsaiitliciniini plants and cuttings. 66 Chrysantbenium plants for exhibitlon_, 1230 Clirysautbemiiui propagating, 07, 207 ChrVsanthemutu speeiinen plants for ex- hibition, 210 (■hrysantbi'mnm young stock, 992 lloliliiig over carnations, 214 Hotbeds, 480 ^ „„. „„, Preparations for Decoration Day, .30i, 664 Ripening carnation seed, 264 ,Toliet. 111., 324. 039 _.„ Jndson, E, B,, canua work at Cornell, oto ■ Chicago retailers' stores, 1182 Flowers in New York Stores, 1134 Work for, 1095, 1152, 1196, 1253 Flowers in Chicairo stores, 942 Work for. 10114. 1068 K Kalamaz Mi.-h.. 410 Kalniia latifcdia. 1030 Kansas Agricultural College. [941] Kansas Citv. .Mo.. 000. 731. 756. 777. 798. 822, .802. 911. 958. 1072, 1118, 1191 Kasting, Win, F. New York state floriculture (letter), 484 Portrait, 00 Kellar, W. E.. portrait, 1233 Keller's, J. B.. Sons, establisbnieiit. 807 Kelley. Wni. E.. death, portrait. 001 Kellogg. Ceo. M.. Flower & Plant Co.. 575 Kcntia si'Cds. 909 Kew. England. New forestry mnseuni, 11.32 New water lily pond, 114 Kleinhelnz, Win,, portrait, 114 VOL XXXIV Uliindcr. A. E. Bowl arrangement, 1183 Commission recommended for i^rlces of floral designs, 1134 I.ong-stemmed flowers, suggestions for, 1183 New sweet pea corsage bouquet, 1046 I'aiis.y w-imlow. .570 Pyramid centerpiece, 310 Suggestions for Easter decoration, 428 Window display suggestions, 1080 Kokomo men (cartoon I, 852 Koilily, C, A., free seed distribution, 686, 732 Koreshanity, 1204 Krelage, E. H., portrait, speech at Haarleni, 850 Kroesebc-U Bros., card on pipes, 1142 Kroeschcll carnation measure, 65 Kuratle. J. J., death. 15 Labor troubles. 930 Ladies' Society of American norists. 1144 Lager & Hurrell. C'attleya gigas alba at Boston show. 894 Orchid exhibit at New I'ork spring show, 431 Orcliids. 528 Orcbirls. prize group at B«istou Show, 896 Lake Forest, 111.. 20 Lake Gene.a. Wis.. 293 Laniboru. Levi L., deatli, 1047, 1069 Lawns, Placing shrubs and flowers, 425 Vases. 064 Leaf borer. 205 Leaf mold, leaves for, 07 Lear, Win, Carnations in the South, 65. 265, 1090 Chrysanthemums in the South. 621, 804, 946 I-'lowers in the Poutb, 13 % Roses in the South, 01, 311, ,575, 10-14, 1231 Legal notes, 450 Lenox, Mass,, Horticultural Society, 185, 408, 612 Lettuce. Miil-\iinter cro]). 140 Temperatures. 'M. 88 Watering. 548 Lexington. Kv., 017. 1031, 1080, 1102, 1164, 1213, 1204 Lilacs. (^onimon white, 808 Condoi-set, 807 Early. 340 Highland Park. Rochester, 800 Newer. 1108 Rochester, 828 Rubra Trianoniana, SOO Lililim lancifoliuiu, 709 Lily of the valley. 7011. IISI Liliic. Iuli4 Linc-,dn. HI.. 1131 Linccdii. Neb.. 80 Lobelias, waterside, 983 Lockerbie, Robt., clirysanthemuins grown un- der shelter, 805 Lockport, N, Y,, 544 Long Island, N, Y, Cabbage, 1254 Seed crops. 918 Lord & Burnham (o.. 408. 8,59. 987 Louisville. Ky.. 9S. 1150. 1246 Lowell. Jlass., 10,58 Luilingtmi. Mich.. 810 Ludwig. II. W.. portrait, 4 I.udwlg. E. C.. portrait. 5 Ludwig. J. W.. portrait. 4 Lynch. P. J., portrait. 12.i8 M Mc.Vdams. Andrew. Basket for Easter of hyacinths, crotons and ferns, 427 Basket of Easter lilies and white hya- cinths, 420 Birch bark basket of Easter lily, etc., 47i CalK' handled bireli bark, 307 Double daffodils, ,371 Mcralluni, E. J., portrait. 4 McKellar. C. W.. decorated automobile at Chicago parade. 854 Mackellar. Mr. (king's gardener), 568 McLaren. A. M.. deatli. 703 McMinnville, Ore.. 98 Main. Geo., 1204 Manda, J. A., portrait. 376 Manda. W. A., orchids at Boston sliow. 89i Manetti, English vs, French. 164 Mangel. John. Vase of water lilies, 1182 Wreath, 1135 Manna, 10,33 JIanure, See fertilizers March. Flowers in N. Y'. stores. 428 Weather. Cliicago. 1910. 530 Work for, 268, 317 .Marche & Co.. decorated prize winning nuto- luobile. 715 Marguerites. 2.59. 618 Jlarket Gardeners. Notes .34. 88. 140. 188. 230, 286, 3.38, ,396, 4,52 500, 548, ,590. 042. 688. 734, 780, 826' 872, 920, 908, 1016, 1004, 1160, 1208, 1256 Scotcll greed. 1161 Market Gardeners' Assoc, of :vioiiroe County. N. Y.. 642 Marketing. 968 Markets. See Prices. VOL. XXXIV Massachusetts Agricultural College. short course in floriculture, group of students. 432. 433 Massachusetts Horticultural Society. Hall, exterior, .524 Orchid show, 893, 902 Mastin's automatic sjiraver. 1206 .May, H. O., iwrtrait, 377 May. riowers in New York stores, 848 Work for, 716, 855 Maypole dance, 756 Meat, boycott. 59, 209 Medford, Mass,, 121S Mediterranean cut flower trade. 20 Meetings, calendar. 10, 70, 123, 220, 270, 319. 381. 435, 4S3, 531, 579, 626, 672, 718, 764, 811, 857. 903, 950, 998, 1048, 1096, 1144, 1192. 1240 Melon, how to enjoy, 339 Melon louse, 1161 Memorial Day. See necoration Day, Metairie Ridge Nursery Co, American Beauty roses. 430 Roses in houses and vases, ,374, 375 Ship for dinner table, 942, 943 Michigan. Beans, 732, 1014 Peas, 1254 Seed croiis, 900, 1254 Milwaukee, Svis, Notes, 53, 74, 227. 683 Recreation needs, 288 Miniature landscape, 803 Minneapolis, Minn,. 329. 390, 439, 762, 890. 1108 Moller. Ludwig, death, portrait, 717 Montreal, Cau., 28, 255, 404, 643, 876 972. 1225 Moore. Hentz & Nash, prize cup for 6 roses. 220 Morris County Ciirdeners* and Florists' So- ciety. 2o7'. 038, SB6, 1004, 1228 Moschosma, riparia, [1133] Mother's Day, 020, 710. 764 Mt. Sterling, Ky.. 487 Murra.y, ,Tohu. death, 671 Murray. Sam'l., begonia Patrie, 105, 220 Mushrooms, Cnlture (A, Wilkie), 734 I.'ii.ld culture, 872 N Names, 2(! Common, 9,38 Protection of. 716 Narcissi, double white (poetlcus). 670 Nashville, Tenn, Notes, 80. 238, 296, 344, [425], 488, 648, 7>i8. 907. 964. 1131, 1202 State Hnrtit imminent, 520 Non-warranty clause. 1254 Northern Indiana Florists' Association, 072, 1203 Nurser.v stock. False invoice, alleged, 090 Infected, 1211 Insppition bill (H, R, 15656), letter, res- olutions, etc., 288 Misrepresentation, Albion, N, Y., 238 Pernicious legislation IH, R. 23252), 026, 040. 044 Nursery trade. Features during past quarter century, 993 Notes, 30. 90. 142, 190, 238, 288, 340, 398, 454, .502, 550. 598. 044. 690. 736. 782, 828, 874, 922, 970 1018, 1006, 1114, 1162, 1210, 1258 Nut notes, 142, 398, 644, 1084, 1179 Nymphiva dentata magnificn, 1189 Nympha-a Lotus. 1189 l)akley. R. .\.. on Canada bluegrass, 1206 Ohio, seed corn, 680 Ohio Nurserymen's Association, annual meet- ing, 30 Oleander poisoning of live stock, 300 tHiver. Geo. "W.. cited on new methods of plant breeding. 1144 OUioules, Frauce, bulb industry, 1041 Omaha, Neb,. 205. 003. 1012 Onions. Diseases, 1100 Early, in the Southwest, 452 Optimist. See Peaceful Valley, etc. Orange, N. .1. See New .Terse.y Floriciiltural Society. Oranges, Satsiuua. 78 Orchids. Basket (platel. 896 Boston exhibition. 893. 902 Bridal bouquets, 302, 364, 990 Calanthes, 203 Cattleva Rowringetina. 804 Cattleya fly, 202 Cattleya Gaskelliana, 523 Cattleya gigas. 804 Cattleva gigas alba. Lager & Hurrell's at Boston show, 894 Cattleva house, Jos. Heaeock Co., 898 Cattleya house, work in. 262 Cattley:! labiata. 574. 575 Cattleva Mosslse. 948, 940 Cattleva SchroederiP. 263 Cattleyas, 102 Claim for, 7.59 Cut. commercial value, ,S97 Cut. packing for shipment. 897 Cymbidium Lfiwiannm, 1089 Dendrolunm Findlayauuni, 325 Dendrifbiutn Phala^nopsis, 574 Dendrobium Thyrsiflorum, 1090 Dendrobiiuiis, 324 Dendrohiiuns, evergreen, 1089 Flowers, 758 FreeuMn, G, L. . collecting in Colombia ( views'!, 317 From seed, 525 Ilnrilv, .803 Notes. 202. 324. ,574. 712. 738, 803. .890. 1089 Packing an in t.^. S., 856 Wliere they grow well, 427 White Ranililer growing at Rockefeller Park. Cleveland. '.iO Wm. R. Smith, registration. 270. 434 Wood damaged, 94-1 Y'oung stock, care of. 373. 667 Young stock, planting. 1045 .See also American Rose Society Rott. A. ('.. gates ajar, 822 Rowc. [I. C. l-:astci- iHivelty basket, 474 Stanilard Crimson Rambler rose. 306 Royal Horticultural S(a'iety, 1005 Hubus spectabllis, 1019 Rudd, W. N. >redal from Chicago Hort. Soc, llOn Muriate vs. sulphate of potash. 578 Talks to the customers, 42S, 569 Rnmex optusifolius, 88 s Sacramento. C'al.. 11.50 St. Louis. ,Mo.. 44, 74. 144. 176, 245, 275, 325, 3S5, 439, 495. 536. 602. 039. 002. 728. 770. 823, 881, 906. 955, 1IU)2, 1001, Ills, 1164, TJ05, 1247, 12,53 INDEX SL I'atri.-U's Day. . Hughes, II. R., window display, ,364, 365 Idle Hour Nurseries, window display, 428 Shoes iilled with shamrock, 310 St. Paul. Minn.. 671 St. Valentine's Day. New York stores. 211 Preparing for, 113 Salt Lake City. Utah, 905, 1000, 1253 Salter, R. (i.. portrait. 1233 Salter Bros., establishments, 949 Sand-binding grasses. 32 San Diego Floral Association, 310 San l-'raucisco, Cal. -Notes. 27, 292. .-lUO, .-,5(i. 717, 798. 883, 1035. 11.54 Women to raise flowers, 497 Scents, 58 Scbenck, Clias. . portrait, 540 Schmidt. Hen., primula obconica, ,570 Schramm, Bernard, death, 11-13 Schroeder. Baron, death, portrait. 703 Sehroyer, Geo. W., death, 208 Schuttler, Miss., 211 .Schwagerl. K. O., death, 173 Schwing, (Jeo.. water lily poild. 1190. 1191 Scott, C. W.. Mr. and Mrs,, portraits, 1158 Scott, W. L., death, 69 Scales. Hugh. 1086 Seattle, Wash.. 208. 913. 1083. 1109 Seetl aial paiier designs. 967 Seed crops. 640. 778. 824. 918. 966. 1158. 1254 Seed packages, transparent, 30. 394. 824 Seed sowing. 500 Seed testing. 338 Seed trade. Notes. 30. 84. 18(i. 186. 234. 284. 336. 394. 450. 408. 540. 594. 640. 686. 732. 778. .S24. 870. 918, 960. 1014. 1002. 1110, 1158, 1200, 1254 Past, in-esent and prospective in .Vmer- ica, 1093 Seeds. Adulterated, 330 Alfalfa, N. Y'. case. 30 Business conditions, 540, 594, 870, 018 Clover case, 30 Commission packages. germination per- centages, 84 Free, 209, 4.50, 498,' 540, 549. 086, 732. 918 Free, cost of mailing. 394 Green bill HI. R. 203731. 187 Growing and handling, changes in. 1038 New Yiak law. liill to amend. ISO. 287. 778. 918 Nou-guarantv. 4.jo Over-year. 688 I'nrc Seed Act. draft. 31 SIniniuus bill (II. K. 156,56}. 718. 732. 7S2 Warranty cases, 1254 Shading, 11186 Plants in flower, 473 Shaffer. (!i'o. ('.. decorated prize winning automoidlc. 714 Sheridan. W. N.. portrait. 540 Sherwnoil. .\. M.. portrait and sketch. 1048 Ship, ilccoraticai f.n- ilinner table. 942, 943 Shrubs. Foreign intreiludions. 1259 Hardy, for forcing, [59] ' Ornamental hedges, 90 Placing in yaril, 425 Sib. son. Wm. S. I'ortl.-uid (Ore.l. rose festival, 1137 Roses in <_>regon and Washington, 022 Siebrecbt \- Sons, lionse of cattleva labiata. ,574. .575 Sim. Wm.. establishment. 1234 Siiinnons. .\. I., retail store, OOS SiniTnons hill. 718. 7.32. 782 Sloiix City. la., 196 Slattery, K. A., color harmony, 365 Smetliers, ,T, A,, & Sou, establislinient. 1235 Smith, A. W.. .Tr.. portrait. 5 Smith. A. W.. & Co.. interior retail stoi-e, 82 Smith. Elmer D. ChrysantlH-muni notes in season. 947 Chrysanthemum rooted cuttings, 620, 992. !193 < 'brysantbemum work in Jan. and Feb., 60 ( 'lu-vsantiicmums blooming from October to Christmas, 805 Smith. E. I). & Co. Chrysanthemmn Naomab. 267 Smith. Lcmis A., death. 1191 Siiiilb. Mrs. Nathan, ih'ath. 12.'i9 Soiifli. Mrs. S. K,, death, portrait. .529 Smith i'i I'etters. bona- wedding decorations (pbUei. 474. 475 Smits. Jai-s. 690 Smyth. Wm. .1. Basket of Rambler roses alal hyacinths, llrlatel .570. .571 Easter basliCts. 308. 477 Society of .\merican Florists. .\nnuai convention. announcements, 762. 950, 1192 .Vnunal c(mventioM iirelimiuarv programme. 1238 Beatty. H. B.. resignation. TO Begoiuii Glory of Cincimiati registration, 220, 3.S0 Cliange in registration, 10 ( brrections, 220 Ihitries ff»r exhibition at annual conven- tion, 1048 I'^xi'ciitive com., mid-lent meeting. 380, 4.S2, 1144 I'ern registrations, 856, 998. 1240 Rose registrations, 270, 434, 950, 1096, 1192 Violet regLstration. 718. 850 VOL. XXXIV Soda Bordeaux, 1209 Soli. Plants, 425 Symi)athy with, 400 Solai Wendlaudi. 345 Soutb llcnd. Ind., 987 Soiilliampt.in. N. Y., 92 Soutliern Califoi-nia Acclimatizing .\s8oeia- (ion, 489 .Soya bean ntllization, 137, 330 Spiders. .SOS Spiraas. three beautiful, 044 Spokane. Wash.. ,S91, 943 Sirraying. .Mastln's automatic, 1200 .Notes. 1100 Stannard. F. IL, portrait, 922 Stark. W. P.. portrait, 995 State flowers, 610 Stechcr, F. A., portrait. 1233 Stevia. 1181 Stone. H. A., deatb, 120 Stover, II. D.. ferns and their i)laec in hortl- lulture, 08 Stri'it. .Tos.. portrait and sketch, 310 Stringer, H. B.. portrait. 1233 Stmirt. J., cyclamens at New York spring sliow. 431 Stunipp. Mrs. Geo. M.. deatb. 529 Sugar-beet. England. 1249 Home-grown seed. 88 Smnach. smooth. 1025 Suraraerbell. Thos., fuueral, 624 Sweet peas. 316 Agnes Johnston. 1185 Asta Ohn Spencer. 1141 California. 136 Christmas. 1046 Countess Cadogau. ll.sc. Countess Spencer. 1185 Dainty. 1183 Diseases. 1090 Duke of Westminster. 1186 Florence Morse Spencer. 1185 House and soil for. 570 Late. 801 Marquis Spencer. 1185 Midnight, 1183 Modern (W. T. Hutchins), 1040, 1090 Modern, illustrations, 1185, 1180 Mrs. Dugdale, 1186 .Mrs. Routzahn Spencer. 1140 New corsage bouquet, 1046 Othello, 1186 Packing l)looms, 63 Prince Olaf, 1185 Romolo Piazzani, 1185 Spencer type ( W. A. Buri)cel, 1138 White Spencer, 1185 See also National Sweet Pea Society of America Sweet sultan. 63 Sycamore, III., 73 Syracuse. N. Y.. 1003. 11.56 Table ilecoration. ship, 942. 94:1 Tacoma. Wash.. 610 Tag- for florists. 200 Talks to the c-nstomers (W. N. Ruddl. 425. .509 Taplin. W. H. Cariuition stunnu'r treatment. 1232 Carnation yoinig stock, (324 Carnathuis in the East, 204, 852 Carnations past and present, 214 Palms green and variegated, 212 Palms, gi'owing season. 370 I'alms. insect pests. 1087 Work in the palm houses, 669 Tariff, crops and, 88 Tarrytown. N. Y".. Horticultin'ai Society. 156. 404. 984. 1073 Teas. E. Y.. siirub.^ for oruann^ntal hedges, 90 Temple show, lli05 Tborley, Cbas. Veranda boxes. 065, 750 Wedding decoration window display, 364 Tlioriie vs. Hall, 450 Timmons. J. T,. portrait, sketch. 162 Toad. 1237 Tomatoes. 34. 396, 920, 1208 Poisonous, 436 Toronto, Can.. 132. 246, 344. 543, 650, 694, 730, 833. 963. 1127 Tracy, W. W., changes in the art and busi- ness of growing and Imndliug seeds, 1038 Trade. See Business situation. Retail trade Trade .iargon, 1249 Traile nnirk protection of plant names. 716 Traendiv, F. IL. pm-trait. 540 Trennor. C. Jl., death. 717 Trees. Business methods of growing {Harrison's Nurseries), 30 Duty. 764 Foreign introductions. 1259 Fruit, scraping liark, 30 Given away by Detroit & Mackinac R'wy Co., 829 Growth. 1025 Locatiou. 570 Trimming. Chicago, 340 Trenton, N. J.. 670 Tri-City Florists' Club, 177. 342, 433 (ban- quetl, 040, 876. 1117. 1245 Tricker. Wm.. qiiarter century of aquatics,. 1187 Tuberoses. Clilnese red, 1197 VOI^. XXXIV Tulips. Couroune cVor. poti Early foi'ciDg, 172 Ooklfinf-'h, pots of, May flowering, 11 Twenty yeai's ago 47C Y07, G25. 855, 104T. 1148 Union City. Tenn.. beautiful (.'arnatious, 74 U. Sr Department of Agriculture. Bulletin on work of boys and girls, 197 BuUetius, lists. 270. 909 Bureau of Plant Industry Expeiiment Sta- tions, work. 072 Local inspectors of nursery stock, list. 1038 See also Seeds, free Upton. E. v.. outdoor California chrysanthe- mums. G7 Urbana. 111., 20. 118. 168. 169, 171, 536, G71 Vtica riui-ists' Club. 1230 Valentine. J. A., portrait, 37G Valve, combination check and globe, 1143 Var Valley, flowers of, G14 Vaughau's Xurseries, peonies, 1047 Vegetable growers, Boston, 34 Vegetables. Experiments with, 1017 Maturation, time required. 1208 See also Packing and shipping See also Prices Veranda boxes, Thorlcy's, 6G5, 759 Verbeuas. 218 Vesey, Mrs. W. J. Death, portrait. 577, G02 In memoriam, 62G Resolutions, 811 Vick. C. H., portrait, 1230 Vicb, F. \V.. portrait, 1233 Vick, Jas.. portrait, 1232 Victoria Trickeri. 11S8 Vilmorin. Andrieux & Co.'s exhibits at P.^ris flower show. 1045. 1094 Vinca. I'ootiug cuttings, 71G Viuceunes. Ind., 1248 Vincent. D. L.. casket spray of callas, 112 Violets. East, in the, 477 Marie Elise. registration, 71S, 856 Rhiuebeck, 578 Romance of. 869 Rothschild, 309 w "U'alktM-. A. Time requirutl for uiatilration of vegetables, 1208 Wallace. Enett. Gladiolus bulb lots. Tfiii Walltlowers, English. 942 "W'aretowu. X. J., opening at. 1103 "WarraDty of seeds. 1254 INDEX Waslibwrn. C. L. Cut flower industry, 168 Joint meetings of carnation and rose so- cieties. G Portraits. 170, 222 Sketch. 222 Washburn. F. L.. portrait, 119 Wasliington. roses in, G22 Washington, D. C. Florists' club. 330 Notes. 22. 180. 220. 330. 600. 670, 797 Water gardens. 1187 Margin. 1180 Water lilies. Pond of Geo. Schwing, 1100, 1101 Vase of, 1182 Water supply for nursery. [309] Watering. 54,S Waterside lobelias. 983 Weber. Wm., portrait. 3 Wedding decorations. Curtis-Merrill. Portland, Me.. 991 Garvau-Brady, Albany, N. Y., 991 Henderson-Madden. Hinsdale, 111., 992 Home, by Smith & Fetters (plate), 474, 475 Home. Washington, D. C. (plate), 990 Thorley. Cbas., N. V.. wmdow display, 304 Wick-Schuttlee, (_'liicago, 211 \}'eeding, 1016 Weinscbenck, W. H., 785 Welch Bros.. Boston, .802 West Pullman. 111.. IIIJO Westeott. John. 1103. 1104 Western New York Horticultural Society, an- nual meeting, 90 Wbeeldon. Geo. R., portrait and note, 1146 White flowers, list,, 89 White fly, remedy, 63 Wichita. Kan., 133. 243, 552, 706. 764. 780. 962, 1213 Wick, M. A., 211 Wiegand, A., & Son. decorated automobile at Indianapolis parade, 619 Wienhoeber. Ernst. Easter basket (plate). 363, 305 Wietor Bros., estal)iisliinent, 574 Wild. Herman, death. 625 Wildpret Bros.. 84 Wilkesbarre, Pa. Mrs. I. Herbert's new store, 572, 576 Notes. [209] Wilkie. Alex. Mushroom culture, 734 Williams, Geo. W., death. 763 WiDow ware industry, 1115 Wilson. Mrs. Ella Grant, new store, 572, 576 Wilson, E. H.. at Boston Florists' Club, 15 Wilson, E, P., portrait, 1233 Wilson. Jas. S.. portrait, 3 Window boxes. Buffalo. N. Y., 664, 758 Chicago residence, 666 Filling, 508. 663 Plants for. 664 VII Window displays. Hughes. H. R.. St. Patrick's Day, 364, 36o Idle Hour Nurseries, Macon, Ga,, 210, 212, 213 Idle Hour Nurseries, Easter, 522, 523 Idle Hour Nurseries, Elks' convention, 848, 849 Idle Hour Nurseries, St. Patrick's Day, 428 Palmer, W. J., & Son, comet, 1087 Pansies, 570 Suggestions, 1086 Thorley's, N. Y., wedding decoration. .Jlj4 Window garden, specimen, 664 Window gardeners, warning, 626 Windsor, Eng,, flowers at King Edward's burial, 849 Winnipeg World's Fair, 1'240 Wiutzer, Antoine. Cannas of the past quarter century. 4iS Portrait hybridizing cannas, 47S Wisconsin seed crops, 018, 96G Wunicn. horticulture • for. 443 \\' Orchids and lily of the valley (plate), 112 Roses and leucothoe, by Youug & Nugent, 522 Standing, orcliids. etc., by Young & Nu- gent, 1134 Wright "Victor" steam traps, 987 Wyland. J. 1... portrait, 5 Yonkers, N. Y. „^„ .,,.. Horticultural Society. 408, 63u. 9Gi, 1119 Notes, 160, 254, 328 Youell, H. Gladiolus fifty years ago, 945 Portrait. 946 Young, J. W., establishment, 1088 Young & Nugent. Pillow. 210 Wreath. 522 Wreath, standing. 1134 Youug stock, care, 801 Zweifel. Nic. Carnation Bright Spot benches. 115 Carnations at estahlisbnient, 7 Rmsrica is "ths Prow of the IIesseI; thsre may be morE comfort Amidships, but we are the Srst to touch Unknown Seas, Vol. XXXIV, CHICAGO AND NEW YORK, JANUARY 29, 1910. No. 1130 The American Florist TWENTT-FIFTH YEAR. Copyright, 1910, by American Florist Company. Entered as Second-Class Matter Nov. 11, 1891, at the Post Office at Chicago, Illinois, under act of March 3, 1879. Published Evekt Saturday bt AMERICAN FLORIST COMPANY, 324 Dearborn St., Chicago. Long Distance Phone : Harrison 7465. Eastern Office : 1 133 Broadway, New York. Philadelphia, Pa.: Robt. Klft, 1 725 caiestnut St. Registered Cable Address : Ameflo, Chicago. Subscription, United States and Mexico, $1.00 a year; Canada, $2.00; Europe and Countries in Postal Union, $2.50. Subscriptions accepted only from the trade. Vol- umes half yearly from August, 1901. Address all correspondence, subscriptions, etc., American Florist Co., 321 Dearborn St., Chicago. SOCIETY OF AMERICAN FLORISTS AND ORNAMENTAL HORTICULTURISTS. Officers — F. R. Pierson, Tarrytown. N. V.- Pres.: Fred W. Vice. Rochester, N. Y., Vice- Pres.; H. B. DoRNER, Urbana. 111., Sec'y; H. B. Beatty. Pittsburg. Pa.. Treas. Next meet- ing at Rochester. N. Y,, August, 1910. THE AMERICAN CARNATION SOCIETY. Next annual convention and exhibition at Boston, Mass., March. 1911, Albert M. Herr. Lancaster. Pa.. President: A, F, J. Baur. Thirty eighth St. and Senate Ave.. Indianapolis. Ind.. Secretary. AMERICAN ROSE SOCIETY. Next annual meeting and exhibltioo at New York, March 16 18, 1910. Aug. Poehlmann, Chicago. Preiident; Benjamin Hammond, Fish kill-OD'Hadson, N. Y,, Secretary. AMERICAN PEONY SOCIETY. Seventh annual meeting at Horticultural Hall,, Boston, Mass,, June 1910. B, H. Farr, Reading Pa„ Pres,. A, H, Fewkes, Newton Highlands. Mass. Sec'y. Our Supplements. Snlmcribers should see that they get copies of the fine sapplementary illustrations showing high grade design and decorative work. These fine supplements appear with each issue and should be carefully preserved, as they mean much to the retail florists In dealing with their customers, illustrating as they do the various kinds of work that the everyday florist is called upon to perform. The papers in which the supplements appear should be llkevrise preserved, as they contain much valuable data with regard to these special Illustrations. Subscribers should see that they get every issue as otherwise they may miss some of this hlttb g^ade work. AMERICAN CARNATION SOCIETY Nineteenth Annual Meeting, Pittsburg, Pa., January 26-27, 1910. Next Meeting at Boston, Mass., Marcli, 1911. Convention Proceedings. The Pittsburg Florists' and Garden- ers' Club has every reason to feel proud of its success in entertaining the American Carnation Society at its nineteenth annual convention. The arrangements for the meeting and ex- hibition left nothing to be desired. There was ample accommodation for Fred. BurkL. President-Elect American Carnation Society. everyone and everything at the Port Pitt hotel, the management of which showed the visitors all courtesy. The exhibition was fully up to the average in the number of entries and exhibits and the quality of the stock, notwith- standing the dull, dark, weather gen- erally experienced, showed consider- able advance over previous efforts. There was a good, representative at- tendance, New York and vicinity lead- ing in numbers. The meeting room was full when President Burke of the local florists' club took the chair and introduced Prof. John Brashear, who cordially welcomed the visitors, Robert Craig responding. President Herr of the American Carnation Society was then called to the chair, and presented his address, which was followed by the reports of Secretary Baur and Treas- urer Dorner. Invitations for place of meeting in 1911 were next in order and three were read from Milwaukee, including one from the florists' club of that city. At the Indianapolis conven- tion last year Milwaukee gave way to Pittsburg on something of an under- standing that the former city would be given preference for the 1911 event. Chairman Pierson of the National Flower Show committee sprung a sur- prise in nominating Boston, urging that all the special societies join the Society of American Florists in mak- ing the exhibition scheduled for March, 1911, the greatest event of American floriculture. This proposi- tion was supported by ex-Presidents Rudd, Valentine and Craig, and was received with general favor. In the noinination of officers for next year, Messrs, Burki, Baur and Dorner were the only nominees for president, secre- tary and treasurer respectivel.v. Sec- retary Baur then presented the judges' report, which was followed by W. T. Bell's admirable paper. Tliursday's Proceedings. At the morning session C. L. Wash- burn read his paper favoring a uni- ted exhibition and meeting of the car- nation and rose societies. Eugene Dailledouze spoke in opposition, giv- ing as his principal objection the dif- ficulty of selecting a date suitable for both organizations. Joseph H. Hill then read an eminently practical pa- per on carnation culture. The recom- mendations of Chairman Nicholson of the committee on the president's ad- dress and secretary's report result- The American Florist. /anr^g, Albert M. Herr, President. OFFICERS OF THE AMERICAN CARNATION A. F. J. Baur, Secretary. SOCIETY. F. E. Dorner, Jr., Treasurer. ed in the increase of the secretary's salary to $250 per annum and increas- ing the penalty on late entries from $1 to $2. The contest on next year's meeting place was in favor of Bos- ton, that city receiving 57 votes against 25 for Milwaukee. The next meeting, therefore, will be held in the eastern city March, 1911. E. Allan Peirce was nominated for the vice- presidency. At the afternoon session Fred Burki presented his paper and the of- ficers already nominated were elected, including F. R. Pjerson, as director, taking the place of Wm. Weber, re- tiring. The number of regular judges was increased from three to six and the new judges elected are Eugene Dailledouze, Jos. H. Hill and E. A. Stroud. W. N. Rudd, retiring this year, was re-elected. Invitations for the next convention were received from Rochester, N. T. W. H. Brei- tensten was not present when his pa- per was called for and the secretary was instructed to receive and print it in the proceedings of the society. A committee to introduce members to their fellow-members was appointed as follows: Jos. H. Hill, R, Witter- staetter, Fred Burki, Eugene Daille- douze, M. A. Patten, W. N. Rudd, J. A. Valentine. S. S. Skidelsky. Com- mittee on final resolutions: Wm. P. Craig, H. B. Dorner, M. A. Patten. Adjournment. John Reimels. of Wood Haven, L. I., was seized with sudden illness on Wednesday and taken to the south side hospital Thursday, threatened with pneumonia. Th,e judges were W. N. Rudd, Mor- gan Park. 111.; Wm. Nicholson, Fram- ingham. Mass.; R. Witterstaetter, Cin- cinnati, O.; J. Birnie, West Hoboken, N. J.; E. Dailledouze, Brooklyn. N. Y., and M. A. Patten, Tewksbury, Mass. The banquet was held at the Fort Pitt hotel, the headquarters of the American Carnation Society, on Thursday at eight o'clock in the even- ing. The viands wprp of the best and good feeling predominated. The Judges' Report. Section A — Vases of 100 Blooms. White. — Cottage Gardens Co., Queens. N. r., first, with Alma Ward; Strafford Flower Farms, Strafford, Pa., second. Flesh pink, being: those shades of pink of a flesh or salmon color. — P. Dorner & Sons Co., Lafayette. Ind., first, with No. 4206. and the same firm second with Pink Delight. Liight pink, being those lighter shades of pink verging on the true pink, and lighter than Lawson. — Cottage Gardens Co., first, with Mrs. C. W. Ward; Joseph Heacock Co.. Wyncote, Pa., second, with Dorothy Gordon. Dark pink, being as dark or darker than Lawson, including all so-called cerise not dark enough to be called red. — Nic. Zweifel. North Milwaukee, Wis., first, with Bright Spot; E. G. Hill Co., Richm.ond, Ind., second, witli Afterglow. '' . Red or scarlet, to cover all gl^ades gen- erally included in these colors.- — Cottage Gardens Co., first, with Beacon; Pi\ Dorner & Sons Co., second, with Scarlet Glow. Crimson, to cover those shades know-n as crimson aud maroon. — The Wa-no-ka Green- houses. Barneveld. N. Y., first, with Sul- tana; W. W, Coles. Kokomo, Ind., stfcofid, with Mrs. Walter W. Coles. ^_^ Yellow or vellow variegated. — E. G. i^H Co., Richmond. Ind., first, with J. W. RlXcy. Any other color. — H. Weber & Sons Co.. Oakland, Md., first, with Toreador; Chicago Carnation Co., Joliet, 111., second, -with Conquest. The Burki sweepstakes. $25 for best va^ in Section A. — Cottage Gardens Co.. w^th- Alma Ward. . . , Section B — ^Vases of 50 Blooms. White Enchantress. — A. T. Lorch, De Haven. Pa., first; A. C. Brown. Springfield, 111., second. White Perfection. — Chicago Carnation Co., first; Wagoner Floral Co.. Columbia City. Ind., second. Any other white.- — A. T. Lorch. first, with White Lawson; Mt. Greenwood Cemetery As- sociation, Morgan Park, 111., second, " with Mrs. J. C. Vaughan. Enchantress. — Finleyville Floral Co., Fin- leyville. Pa., first; Wagoner Floral Co.. sec- ond. Any other fiesh pink. — F. Dorner & Sons Co.. first, with Pink Delight. Rose Pink Enchantress. — F. Dorner A- Sons Co.. first. Winsor. — A. T. Lorch, first. Winona. — Finleyville Floral Co., first; E. G. Hill Co.. second. Mrs. Thos. W- Lawson. — A. T. Lorch, first. Afterglow.^E. G. Hill Co., first; A. C. Brown, second. Any other dark pink. — Chicago Carnation Co.. first, with Aristocrat. "Victory. — F. R. Plerson Co., Tarrytown on Hudson, N. Y., first. Beacon. — Chicago Carnation Co., first ; F. R. Pierson Co.. second. Any other scarlet. — Chicago Carnation Co., second, with Andrew Carnegie. Any other crimson. — J. D. Cockcroft, Lock- port, N. Y.. first, with Harvard. Section C — Varieties Disseminated, 1909. Vase 50 blooms Pink Delight, premiums offered by F. Dorner & Sons Co., Lafayette, Ind. — Chicago Carnation Co-, first; E. G. Hill Co., second. Vase 50 blooms Mrs. Chas. Knopf, prem- iums offered by Chas. Knopf Floral Co., Richmond, Ind. — Chicago Carnation Co., first. Vase 50 blooms May Day. premiums of- fered by E. T. Grove. Richmond, Ind. — E. G. Hill Co., first; W. Frank & Sons. Portland, Ind.. second. Vase 50 blooms O. P. Bassett, premiums offered by Bassett & Washburn, Chicago. — Chicago Carnation Co., first. Vase 50 blooms Wa-no-ka, premiums of- fered by Wa-no-ka Greenliouses. Barneveld, N. Y. — W. A, Rowland, Whitesboro, N. Y., first. Vase 50 blooms Apple Blossom, premiums offered bv Wa-no-ka Greenhouses, Barneveld. N. Y. — W. A. Rowland, first. Vase 50 blooms Georgia, premiums offered by Jas. D. Cockroft, Northport, N. Y. — Wal- ter Thomas, first. Vase 50 blooms Gov. Deneen. premiums offered by A. C. Brown, Springfield, 111. — ■ Chicago Carnation Co., first. Vase 50 blooms Alvina. premiums offered by Henry Eichholz, Waynesboro, Pa- — Chi- cago Carnation Co., first. American Carnation Society's 3Iedals. Gold medal for the best vase of 100 blooms, any variety, any color. — F. Dorner & Sons Co.. with Hoosier Lad. Silver medal for the second best vase of 100 blooms, any variety, any color. — R, Wit- terstaetter, Cincinnati, O., with President Valentine. Bronze medal for the third best vase of 100 blooms, any variety, any color. — Daille- douze Bros., Brooklyn, N- Y., with White House. Society of American Florists' Medals. Silver medal for the best vase of 50 blooms of a carnation of American origin not yet disseminated. — Cottage Gardens Co., with Mrs. C. "W. Ward. Bronze medal for the seOond best vase of 50 blooms of a carnation of American ori- gin not yet disseminated. — Cottage Gardens Co., with Alma Ward. Certificates of Merit. [To receive a certificate of merit a variety must score 85 points or over.] Wa-no-ka Greenhouses, Sultana, 87 points; Rainbow, 85 points. E. G. Hill Co., Annie Mae, So points. R. Witterstaetter, No. 1407 C, 85 points; President Valentine. 86 points. Miami Floral Co., Dayton, O., Miami Queen, 78 points. W. W. Coles. Mrs. Walter W. Coles, 86 points. F. R. Pierson Co., No. 40. 79 points. Preliminary Certificates. Baur & Smith, Indianapolis, Ind., No. 653, 79 points- FinleyvUle Floral Co.. No. 168, 80 points. A certificate of merit was recommended for the Pittsburg Cut Flower Co.'s handsome display of 10 vases of standard varieties. Honorable mention was given Baur & Smith for handsome vases of STiasta and Rose Pink May, to the Lamborn Floral Co.. Alliance. O., for display of carnations, and to J. A. Peterson. Cincinnati. O.. for his new begonia. Glory of Cincinnati. I^IO. The American Florist. MEMBERS OF THE EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE OF THE AMERICAN CARNATION SOCIETY. James S. Wilson. W. W. Gammage. Wm. Weber. Vistors. Gus Adrian, Cincinnati. O. Geo. Asmus, Chicago. Fritz Eahr and wife, Higland Park. 111. Harry Balsley. Detroit, Mich. M. Barker, Chicago. Geo. Bartholomew and wife, Dayton. O. A. F. J. Baur, Indianapolis, Ind, Chas.' Beckman. Elmhurst. N. T. John Bertermann, Indianapolis, Ind. John Bimie, W. Hoboken, N. J. A. C. Brown. Springfield. III. R. L. Brown, Queens. N. Y. Harry A. Bunyard. New York. J. D. Cockcroft. Northport, L. I., N. T. W. W. Coles and wife, Kokomo, Ind. D. T. Connor, Philadelphia, Pa- Robert Craig. Philadelphia. Pa, Wm. P. Craig, Philadelphia, Pa. Chas. Critchell, Cincinnati, O. Carl Cropp, Chicago. E. Dailledouze and wife. Brooklyn, N. Y. T. B. Deforest. New York. F. E. Dorner. Lafayette, Ind. H. B. Dorner, Urbana. 111. C. P. Dudley. Parkersburg. W. Va. J. R. Fotheringham, Tarrytown, N. Y. j! French. Chicago. G. R. Cause. Richmond, Ind. Emil Glauber. Montclair. Colo. Herbert Greensmith, Cincinnati, O. Benj. Hammond, Fishkill. N. Y. Ed. Harvey. Brandywine Summit. Pa. A. E. Haugh, Anderson, Ind. Jos. Heacock, Wyncote, Pa. Jos. J. Hellenthal. Columbus, O. C. D. Hennon, Wampun, Pa. A. M. Herr and wife, Lancaster. Pa. Ed. Herron, Mansfield, O. Joseph H. Hill. Richmond, Ind. H. P. Hostetter. Manheim. Pa. H. H Hulse. New York. H. V. Hunkel. Milwaukee. Wis. Geo. W. Jack, Springfield. III. Robt. Jamison, Philadelphia, Pa. C. W. Johnson, Morgan Park, 111. James E. Jones. Richmond, Ind. L. B. Judson, Ithaca, N. Y. Wm. F. Kasting and wife, Buffalo. N. Y. Chas. Knopf, Richmond, Ind. Louis Knopf. Richmond, Ind. Anton Krut. Butler, Pa. Fred Lautenschlager, Chicago. W. A. Manda. South Orange, N. J. A. Miller, Chicago. G. D. Mlllspaugh, Detroit. Mich. Ray Murphy, Cincinnati, O. Wm. F. Murphy. Cincinnati, O. B. S. Myers. Buffalo. N. Y. Wm. Nicholson, Framlngham, Mass. Peter Olsem. Joliet, 111. P. O'Mara. New York. V^m. J. Palmer and wife, Buffalo. N. Y. M A. Patten, Tewksbury, Mass. E. Allen Pelrce, Waltham. Mass. Henry Penn. Boston, Mass. J. H. Pepper, New York. W. E. Pera, HiUegom, Holland. J. A. Peterson and wife. Cincinnati. O. F. R. Plerson, Tarrytown, N, Y. Aug. Poehlmann, Chicago. A T. Pyfer, Joliet, 111. Louis J. Keuter, Westerly, R. I. W^. L. Rock, Kansas City. Mo. H. D. Rohrer, Lancaster, Pa. Joseph Rolker, New York. W. N. Rudd, Morgan Park. 111. S. S. Sltidelsky. Philadelphia, Pa. Harry Snape. Tarrytown. N. Y. J. N. Spanabol, East Palestine, O. (for .^DDITIO.NAL VISITORS SEE P.\GE 13.) President Herr's Address. Tour president extends greeting and a welcome to our sessions; we hope to have them interesting- enough to have you at each one of them. This society was organized in Philadelphia, and the first regular meeting held in New York, but it always seemed to me that it took the second annual meet- ing in this city to get us thoroughly acquainted with each other and Pitts- burg will always be a bright spot in the memory of those of us who were fortunate enough to have attended that meeting. Those of us who are here today will no doubt long remem- ber the nineteenth annual ineeting' and our Pittsburg welcome. GETTING ACQUAINTED. Getting acquainted is one of the; chief benefits to be derived from these gatherings. I know of several in- stances where men hav» attended our meetings for the first time and gone home having met but two or three members. In one instance on the train going home a new member told me that the only person who spoke to him during the whole convention was the secretary. In cases of this kind the individual himself is largely to blame, but we should, during the few days we are together, be a more universal brotherhood, and have at least a "howdy" for each and every visitor. I would suggest a permanent commit- tee of introduction and information to whom strangers can apply for assist- ance in getting acquainted. IMPBOVINQ BUSINESS METHODS. Can we make our meetings more interesting and profitable to ourselves and our flowers than they now are? We have told and retold the story of production, the proper houses, etc.; there are, of course, new difficulties and advanced methods to discuss along these lines each year, but it seems to your president that we could and should devote at least one session to the improvement of our business methods; that they have improved no one can deny, but the improvement today over that of our meeting here 17 years ago is very little more than what has been forced upon us by the gen- eral upward trend of all business. Other industries do not wait to have improvement forced upon them; they are continually searching for it, grasping and utilizing it. We should know how much money each square foot of ground surface in our houses should bring us to meet our expenses, labor, heating, operation, wear and tear on the place. We should have a small but conspicuous tag at- tached to each bunch of flowers we send into market and let this tag fol- low them into the retail shop, so that in the course of time buyers would learn to ask for it and demand it as a guarantee of quality. This tag could be marked with the letters A. C. S. or some other special mark and the whole be copyrighted and for use only by paid up members of this so- ciety, and all infringements prose- cuted. In addition to the special mark could be added the growers' name and the date the flowers were cut, this to be left to the discretion of each user. Poorly grown flowers and over-aged flowers by this method would soon be left in the race. To succeed and prop- erly advance our business our flowers should give pleasure and satisfaction to the user and this suggestion is of- fered as a means to that end. Can we improve our methods of selling carnations? Mr. Fox gave a talk in Philadelphia from the retail- er's point of view on prices for special days of demand. We all know of In- stances when the retail market price of carnations was from $1 to |1.50 per dozen and the wholesale price was $1 to $1.25 per 100 less the 15 per cent commission to the middleman. This proportion between the grower and the retailer is not a good business pro- portion and if it were not for the ad- vanced prices of special days the grower would be in a bad way. Ad- justment will have to come some day and it should come through this so- ciety. IS THERE OVEBPRODUCTTON ? Is there overproduction of carna- tion blooms? I was told by a Pitts- burg man that if roses had been plen- The American Florist. fan. 2g p. J. Oemas. Julius \V. Ludwig. E. J. McCallum. tiful for Christmas, carnations would have gone begging. All hail to the rose! but carnations have their devo- tees as well, and if given to them in proper shape and form I believe the day of overproduction is far in the future, providing the retailer, the grower and the middleman can get to- gether and work toward a mutual end. Let us put on our thinking caps and see what we can do toward this. At our previous meeting in this city we had a paper by Thos. Cartledge, who stood at the head of the Philadelphia retail trade. He reviewed the various carna- tions then grown by name, giving his retail experience with each as per this example: "Grace Wilder has been our leading pink, only because we could get it in quantity. Aurora has sold equally as well when we could get it although it sometimes shows a slaty, ashy purple tint when a little old." We want to grow "best sellers" and a re- view of this sort each season would help us find them out. Our exhibitions will admit of some improvement as exhibitions to the pub- lic, but as an educator to the grower the lines on which we are working are as nearly right as we can hope to get them; as a guide to the buying of new sorts each individual will have to work that out for himself with the new flowers for comparison with older sorts in front of him. RErORT.S ON NO\'ELTIES. There is one point I would like to see worked out and that is to have a report, from those who buy novelties the first year, sent in to the secretary on December 1 of the following win- ter, giving their honest opinion of the variety from the buyer's point of view. Let the secretary publish these reports in pamphlet form and send them to ap- plying members only. The buying of novelties is an experiment from a profit point of view no matter how much we may try to eliminate it, but a pamphlet of this sort would be a great help to buyers of new sorts in their second year. If necessary this pamphlet could also be copyrighted. You will note that I am trying to make membership in this .society a necessity to all live carnation growers. DeForest W. Ludwig. We need also a permanent commit- tee of finance to devise ways and means for the procuring of the funds necessary to the welfare of this so- ciety. In closing I want to compli- ment this society on its choice of a secretary; a better one would be hard to find. His work has been especially arduous for this first year but it cer- tainly has been faithfully performed. Our secretary should have at least $250 per year and the work would be cheaply done at that. Let us all work toward getting this society to the po- sition it should hold and the prosperity of our society will bring prosperity to all its members. FRKD BURKI made a brave fight for Milwaukee. John A. Evan,? was unfortunately delayed by a family bereavement, but was on hand with his order book on the second day. BEgoni.'K. Peter.son meant no harm when he called for that axe beyond opening up a superb display of Glory of Cincinnati, his new specialty. Secretary Baur's Report. Your secretary begs leave to report on the last year's work as follows: The former secretary, who is now our worthy president, turned over the sec- retary's office to me in good condition on April 1 of last vear. He had got out the annual report and finished up all the work connected with the last convention. Hence my report will not cover the whole year. MEMBERSHIP. Our membership roll now contains 394 names. Of these 55 came in dur- ing the year 1909. Against these we have 27 who are delinquent for 1908 and 1909 and will be dropped from the roll except those who may pay up at this meeting. We also have about 50 who owe for 1909, but no doubt many of these will "ay up here. Dur- ing the past year four of our mem- bers have been called away from this life. They are: Geo. M. Kellogg, of Mt. Pleasant, Mo.; Herbert Heller, of New Castle, Ind.; Wm. K. Harris, of Philadelphia, Pa.; E. Sutermeister, of Readville, Mass. Xo official notice was received by your secretary of any of these deaths. The board of directors at its meet- ing in Cincinnati. O., last August or- dered the secretary to procure more vases, and have cases made for stor- ing and shipping the vases from place to place. These have been secured, and it is hoped that our vases will be better preserved than could be done heretofore. We have also had made holders for securing name cards and entry cards to the cases. You will notice that these are so made, as to permit the cards to be printed and read from both sides. It will be un- necessary for anyone to handle the cards to read the name of the variety or the exhibitor. There will be less likelihood of confusion from getting the cards mixed in moving vases around. The premium list was got out early in December, as is custo- mary. We were this year favored with a splendid lot of advertising, amounting to $285. This will pay for all the printing and stationery con- igio. The American Florist. Wm. Falconer. Chas. S. Crall. E. C. Reineman. John Bader. Heirry L. Blind. P. S. Randolph. m jmt^ Jim * Iri 1^ 9 ^^^HR « 1 A. ' ''^S HI^^^^^^^^^^H r ' 'H| J9 ...^ tiiiifiBJl A. W. Smith, Jr. E. C. Ludwig. John L. Wyland. PROMINENT MEN IN THE TRADE OF PIITSBURG AND VICINITY. The American Florist, fan. 2g, ■ nected with this CTm-TrrvtlDnand leave a balance of some $150 to go into our treasury. i THE NOVELTY CLASS. I The greatest . change in the list is ' the addition of the nevv' section called section C for the previous season's novelties. It took considerable corre- spondence to get this section start- ed, but after it became clear to the , disseminators they responded liber- i ally, and all except two have entered i their varieties in this section. We ' hope that this arrangement will be a permanent one, and that in the fu- ture it will become customary for i disseminators to list their varieties in this . section without having to be ' coaxed. We have also divided the list in sections, designated by letters of i the alphabet and numbered the classes in figures. In the judges' book we have adopted a system under which every entry has a different nuniber, and it is impossible to recognize the owner of an exhibit by the number on another exhibit. In order to help make this system work smoothly I will ask this meeting to adopt some rule to limit the time for making en- tries in the competitive classes. The rules printed in the list, re- quiring the payment of $1 for each entry made after a certain date, does not seem to answer the purpose fully. It has never been enforced strictly, and unless a rule can be enforced strictly it cannot be made fair to cveuybQdy. We would suggest that one week before the convention opens all entries for competitive classes must be in the hands of the secre- tary. That will give him time to get e\trything into good shape before he leaves home, and the greatest cause of errors will be eliminated. The sec- retary should not be burdened at the convention with work which can just as well be done a week before he leaves home. In conclusion, I wish to thank the members for the interest shown by their ready responses to let- ters from the secretary, the vice- president and his local committees for the able manner in which they have hnndled the local preparations, and, most of all, my predecessor for his kltidly advice and guidance during the past nine months. • Treasurer Dorner's Report. The following is Treasurer Darner's report: EXPENDITURE.?. Paid orders on treasurer $ ,S2C.4S Jan. 24, 1910, cash on hand 283.68 heceipts. Balance January 25, 1909.. Cash from secretary Cash from interest $1,110.16 .$ 237.58 759.30 . 123.28 $1,110.16 PERJIANENT FUXD. Reported January 25, 1909 $2,375.31 One life membership 50.00 $2,425.31 President Herr made them step lively with business. The exhibition was the smoothest affair of the kind we have seen. W. N. RUDD had to leave Wednes- day evening on account of business. Herbert Greens.\iith, the new park superintendent of Cincinnati enjoyed meeting so many of his old eastern friends. Society meeting various Joint Meetings OliCar. and Rose Societies. BY C. L. WASHBURN. The question of the advisability of holding a joint convention of the American Carna- tion Society and the American Rose So- ciety is best considered from a business stand- point. There are now held the Carnation meeting, the Rose Society the S. A. F. meeting, the Chrysanthemum Society shows and the various club shows.' The aim of these conventions is to do the most good to the greatest number of people in the trade, but by holding so many meetings, we are dividing our energies into too many channels which causes less attention by the trade to each meeting than would be the case if some of these meetings were combined into one. All are good, no doubt, but what is needed is a little more united work. The importance of a convention of the combined societies would be such that the growers could not afford to overlook it. Men who in the past have felt that the time taken up in attending so many minor meetings could not well be spared would be glad to attend this one larger meet- ing. To those whose business neces- sitates their attendance at both meet- ings the matter of reduced expenses would be an important item. Also the general reduction of expenses to each society by having the two share the expenses would be quite an item, while the same amount of business would be accomplished. The carnation and rose men have similar objects in view when holding their meetings and we certainly need a larger attendance at these conven- tions. This can only be obtained by increasing the membership of both so- cieties. In order to increase this membership, it is necessary to in- crease the knowledge regarding our business and products to be obtained by attending these meetings. We are in the business as a money-making proposition and any knowledge which increases the earning capacity of our houses increases our profits. The advancement in new varieties, better methods of growine and better means of handling the flowers are all ques- tions being constantly brought up at these conventions, so that a wider scope of investigation and a wider dis- cussion of these questions would be obtained by a joint convention. More interest would also be produced and better results obtained by the mem- bers of both societies, attending a joint convention. There is such a broad field in this matter of new varieties of plants, new methods of construction and new everything almost pertaining to our business that a joint convention would stimulate a larger exhibition of these new things. No one will question the added importance of an investigation and certificate when backed by the united action of both societies. The exhibition of flowers would, of course, be larger in a joint meeting and would be a matter of greater interest to the general public. This is a very important point as the gen- eral public are the flower buyers and it is for them our product is pro- duced. The holding of a convention is a very serious expense and incon- venience to those florists located in the city where the convention is held and a joint meeting would reduce this to one city instead of two. The field for united work, it can be seen, is similar for both associations and the time for the exhibition of the flowers FLOWERS AND BUDS OF CARNATION BRIGHT SPOT. igio. The American Florist. VASE OF NEW CARNATION BRIGHT SPOT, GROWN BY NIC. ZWEIFEL. NORTH MILWAUKEE, Winner in the UK) Blooms. Dark Pink Class, at the Pittsburg Convention This Wc.k. WIS. is best suited for roses as well as car- nations so ihat a joint convention would be very desirable for both societies. Carnations at Nic. Zweifel's, Milwaukee. As a compact, well built and well cared for greenhouse plant, that of >ric. Zweifel, of North Milwaukee, Wis., would be hard to beat. Directly one sets foot inside the houses the trim, neat appearance of everything is ap- parent; the plants are all supported properly, the benches in excellent re- pair and without a weed visible, while there is an air about the place that speaks of a careful and clever grower and constant watchfulness, for these things do not come by chance. In all there are 60,000 feet of glass, devoted entirely to carnations, and with the list below of the principal varieties grown, we will be through with statis- tics, which will doubtles be a relief to readers, as it evidently was to Mr. Zweifel when the writer finished his inquisition: Enchantress 13,000 White Perfection 12,000 Beacon 6,500 Winsor 5,000 Bright Spot 4,000 Victory 3,500 Not, a very long list, but Mr. Zweifel believes in finding the best in each color and growing it in sufficient quan- tity to meet his demands. Besides those mentioned, Mrs. Chas. Knopf, May Day, Aristocrat, Rose Pink En- chantress and Badger State, a new seedling, are grown in smaller num- bers. The cut is consigned to Holton & Hunkel, of Milwaukee, who rely on this place for first-class fancy stock, and get it. White Perfection here was a surprise. In so many places the last couple of years we have seen this car- nation with straggling, poor growth and, although the flowers were good, there was not enough of them to make it worth growing. Here it is entirely different; the plants are in fine shape, growing freely and full of flowers and buds. When White Perfection is handled as is done here there is no need to look for any other white. Winsor, too, was in its best form, with long stems stiff and erect, as 'is the habit of this pretty variety, and beauti- fully colored large flowers. What we came principally to see was Bright Spot, the new seedling raised by Mr. Zweifel. It is well named; the benches devoted to it, five of them, with 800 plants to each, cer- tainly was a bright spot, and it is long since we saw so promising a variety. It is a good deal like Lawson was at its best, but with a deeper color, bet- ter stems and. a most profuse bloomer. It may be noted in passing that this variety was awarded 24 points for color at the Indianapolis convention of the American Carnation Society last year, and this is only one of its good points. The stems are long and hold up the flowers finely, while these are round, of fine substance and built high in the center. Although the plants were propagated late they made a fine growth in the field and commenced to flower early, the crop now being taken being the second already this season, while there are young shoots in abundance all around the plants. The flowers stand well and do not fade out as so many reds do. The calyx is firm and we did not see a single split flower in the whole lot. Bright Spot is un- doubtedly a coming variety and more than one experienced grower of large quantities are after it. But it is not to' be disseminated until next season, by which time Mr. Zweifel will have worked up sufficient stock of it to meet the demand which will surely be forth- coming for such a distinct and beauti- ful variety. Besides this, another seedling. Bad- ger State, is being tried out in quan- tity, but it has not yet been decided to send it out. Mr. Zweifel has been bitten too often himself with "novel- ties" to put out anything that does not conform to the high standard he has set and, so far. Badger State is in the probationary period. It is a free flowering, bright red with good stems an(} fine habit, but the flowers are a little on the small side. We shall await developments with this before saying much about it. In a large col- lection of seedlings there are several of merit, including a white, that is remarkably good looking. It grows and flowers freely, is .of good habit and never goes sleepy. Another, a varie- gated, is so heavily striped with a deep Indian red as to almost hide the yel- low ground. Mr. Zweifel thinks this is one that will suit the British grow- ers and he is probably right. There are many other pretty things here. 8 The American Florist. fan 2g, and as the work of crossing is going on continuously we sliall look for other fine things from this source. We should have noted tliat Winsor is grown inside entirely here and the splendid condition of the plants is sufficient proof of the wisdom of this plan. My Experience With Carnations Under Glass BY FRED BURKI. Wiip.n I consented to read a paper on my experience in growing carna- tions under glass I meant carnations planted under glass in summer in place of the field, as it is still an open question with most of us which meth- od is best, and with your permission I will confine my notes to this sub- ject. In the early nineties I set out some plants under glass in the spring with the object of getting salable flow- ers in the early fall, as at that time we did not house carnations as early from the field as we do of late years. The variety was Mrs. Fisher which I at that time grew as my principal white and with which variety I had for some years great success, but only in solid beds. It did not do well for me on raised benches. FLOWERS IN TIME OF SCARCITY. I found that stock out of 3-inch pots planted tinder glass in spring gave me good flowers when such were scarce, say, in September, October and November, and bloomed through .the season as well as did those plant- ed from the field; they did not make as much surplus grass, but grew more slender with equally as good flowers and longer stems than the field grown produced and they could be planted closer. The soil I used at that time was taken from an ordinary piece of garden ground, as I could not procure sod, being located in one of the city suburbs. This piece of ground was manured heavily in the spring with cow manure ploughed in and kept ploughed through the summer; some- times we manured it a second time and pulverized it with the harrow be- fore taking it into the houses. Another variety I grew with great success at that time was Hector, a scarlet, which did better with me than any other red at that time and for some years after. The only fault it had was weak stems; I had to give it up when the trade insisted on stiff stems. Hector grew very tall under glass in summer, but bloomed much better that way than when planted from the field. I simply could not make Hector pay when planted from the field, and it did its best when I planted it in- beds prepared in spring and cultivated the same as if under glass, and before fall built a green- house over it. I am of the opinion that this way of growing carnations on beds with no glass over them in summer until fall would be an ideal if it were practical, but I find it im- possible now where we are located and with the kind of houses we build now. Some years ago Uncle John Wyland said to me one day about the begin- ning of June. "I am going to take the glass out of my carnation house, clean it out and plant the young stock in it in place of into the field." I said to him: "You are going to have a big job on hand." About the end of June I met him again and he said to me: "You cannot believe how quick we got that glass out £ind put away; it took us about two days." I said to him: "Well, you will find it a bigger job putting it in again in the fall and you have now no carna- tions to sell when I can get good money for them, %2 per 100." He never did it again, although the car- nations were a success. THE LAWSON VAEIETIE.S. Of late years we aim to plant the Lawson varieties under glass instead of in the field. In this way we get earlier flowers and longer stems than we can get from the field-grown plants and unless we can house these varieties from the field by the first week in July, they hardly give us a first crop before the holidays, ana short stems, flowers not up to the mark. We propagate them during December and January and get them into 4-inch pots by May. I find, though, that unless planted under glass not later than the first week in June, field-grown plants at the end of June or beginning of July are more satisfactory, as the plants in pots are liable to suffer during June from one cause or another. The difiiculty is. though — when carnations have a good sale during June as they do in some years and your plants are in crop — to make up your mind to throw them out and make room for young stock. The spaces we are able to plant in May are the beds we had in chrys- anthemums the fall previous. ' Follow- ing these we take off a crop of Grand Rapids lettuce then fill up potted up cuttings of carnations. We prefer them all in pots as they come from the cutting bench, so that when we plant in the field we have a good ball to them; then the plants will not suffer much if the ground happens to be dry and we cannot get them watered right away. Then, as soon as the plants are in the field, we "-et this empty space planted with Lawson and Winsor. The soil we use is sod ploughed about four inches deep the fall previ- ous; then before we bring it in we plough in a good coat of rotten stable manure, pulverizing it with the har- row. I have found that soil prepared in this way in the open field is sweeter than when it is put up In heaps, and the labor is less; besides, the sod piles are apt to sour unless they are turned and cut down, which means much work for the laborers. I have found that other varieties than Lawson also do very well when planted under glass in spring; I lather think nearly all the varieties would if we could only get the houses ready for them without having to sac- rifice hundreds or thousands of dol- lars worth of flowers to do it. New Carnation Mrs. Walter W. Coles. The carnation illustrated herewith is from the establishment of W. W. Coles, Kokomo, Ind., and is described by him as "a bright scarlet crimson; good stiff wiry stem. Average flower over three inches in diameter. Calyx absolutely perfect. The only variety on our place that never splits, and the most wonderful free, continuous- bloomer." A Carnation— The People's Flower. nx W. II. BREITEXSTEIN. Flowers are not more a luxury In modern life than are good clothes, comfortable homes and the many things in daily use that place living above an existence. There is prob- ably no normal human animal with- out an inherent love of the- beautiful, and that finds no commoner expression than in a fondness for flowers. The indulgence in this expression, it must be conceded, is primarily a mat- ter of cost. He of limited ineans, and he is legion, must have value received; be it in color, for cheer in dull environ- ment, fragrance, to stimulate the sense, perhaps reminiscent of a happy yes- terday or mayhaps to anticipations of the morrow. The influence is only for CARNATION MRS. WALTER W. COLES. igio. The American Florist. 9 BENCH OF CARNATION SHASTA. PLANTED AUGUST 1 AND PHOTOGRAPHED DECEMBER 1, 1909. good, nevertheless, it must not be a "flower for a day." The carnation has been the people's flower, its beauty and fragrance appealing to the senses and its cost placing it within the means of all having more than enough for the common necessities of life, then its hardiness, gives pro- longed pleasures. Mark well the assertion. "Has lieen the people's flower." Perhaps it still is. and may be shall so re- main; that it seems is "up to you." From observation it .seems to lose in popularity. Why? Certainly not in that it is less beautiful. What is the answer? Is it not, in that it becomes more and more ephemeral each year as it loses its hardihood, its fragrance and gains nothing in beauty. Admitting that it grows larger, size alone is not beauty, and bulk, at the sacrifice of natural charms, does not hold the affection of the people. Might it not be well to consider what qualities are most essential to the pleasures of the consumer, without which all were in vain. Color we have and from a decorative point of view no flower offers more. If given the proper treatment one can obtain from the most gorgeous to the softest tones, and now is perhaps the best time to make the one exception. We need yellow, now come to its own in popu- larity and deservedly so, as no color diffuses more warmth and nature uses it profusely. One essential feature to a more gen- eral use of the flower is, naturalness. One cannot obtain a very artistic ar- rangement without more natural environment, hence the obvious need of carnation foliage, with which the flower, for a table decoration, (per- haps its greatest use other than for memorial purposes) would be incal- culably enhanced, also for personal adornment and for favors. A full bouquet, with its warmth of color re- lieved by a touch of foliage, makes an adornment any lady would be pleased to accept and proudly wear. Simplicity is the keynote of art, be it in music, painting, sculpture, archi- tecture or any other branch, and its highest expression is faithfulness to nature, as she reveals herself. Where are the monster chrysanthemums which were a fad some years since? They are replaced by the smaller and more natural ones having more uses. What rose has won favor more than the semi-single, fragrant, hardy ones? The American Beauty, a notable ex- ception, not for the beauty of its color so much as for fragrance and especially endurance. BOSTON was favorite in the betting. DORNER and Hoosier Lad are kings by right of conquest. Frank Traendly is still after the artificial flower dealers. Carl Cropp offered his vote at auc- tion but there were no bidders. Feelixo ran high while voting was in progress for the place of meeting. M. A. Patten was so excited that he could only stand and wave his hands. The Calendar of the carnation. BY .JOSEPH II. HILL. It seems a trifle ludicrous for a person as young and as in- experienced in carna- tion culture as myself to stand before a body of representative men such as are gathered here today, and at- tempt to inform them as to the best way to cultivate car- nations throughout the year. Many a member of this society was success- fully growing carnations before I was born: other comparatively young men, are already acknowledged authorities on the divine flower, and there are others here present who might, if they so desired, retire on their well-earned laurels and enjoy for the rest of their lives, their well-filled coffers, the re- sult of hard work, close application, and an unceasing attention to the de- mands of their chosen flower. In some portions of my discourse will readily be recognized the teachings of such men as Wm. Nicholson and the Daille- douze brothers, to all of whom I am deeply indebted for kindly interest and instruction, and unfailing response to any inquiry propounded. Other por- tions of this paper are records of my own observations and experiences, many of the lessons being quite expen- sive, as every grower has at times cause to confess as he sums up his columns of success and f«Slure. 10 The American Florist. Ian. 2g, PROPAGATION. The middle of November witnesses the first steps looking toward the pro- duction of the millions of carnation plants required for the annual plant- ing- in this and other countries. At this time the grower puts into the sand those varieties which fail to make good plants from later struck cuttings, and also those requii'ed by those of his customers who insist on "late Decem- ber or early January delivery." While large numbers are taken in November and December, the bulk of the propa- gating is done considerably after the holidays, and often up to May 1. It is generally conceded that cuttings taken during January, February and March will give the best results to the average grower, though most of us have seen grand blooms produced in quantity from good April cuttings. Too much importance cannot attach to the careful selection of cuttings, which must be sti-ong and healthy and from clean and vigorous plants; the old axiom quoted in Mr. Ward's book that "like begets like" must never be lost sight of in this part of our programme. The cutting bench should have a brick or tile bottom, filled with three to four inches of absolutely clean sand and so constructed that a bottom tem- perature of 60° can be maintained. No draughts should be allowed to strike the cuttings, and they should also be protected from the direct rays of the sun by a perfectly clean and light weight curtain of muslin. The cuttings should receive a very thorough watering when put into the sand and the detrimental habit of using the hose whenever they show signs of flagging should be avoided, as this wilting invariably shows that overhead conditions are wrong, and these must be corrected rather than that water should be added to an al- ready saturated sand. The less amount of water used if the cuttings are kept fresh and plump the better will be the root formation, and it re- quires a nice discrimination to prop- erly adjust the same. Varieties differ greatly in the fiber of the first roots, the Enchantress family being notable for producing good, tenacious roots quickly, while Afterglow, the sturdiest, toughest stemmed variety in existence, must be handled with great care to prevent the loss of roots when taking from the sand, and must be allowed a longer time to mature. POT PLANTS BEST. Then arises the question, shall the cutting be dibbled into soil, or potted? The former procedure is the easiest and the quickest, but I feel sure that the extra work of potting and repot- ting is doubly repaid. The young car- nation that is planted in the field or in the flowering bench from a pot, with its firm ball of earth, enwrapped with a net work of roots will show no ill effect from the shift and will start right off into growth without a day's hesitation, while the lifted plant, in handling and resetting, loses most of the soil from around the roots, and re- ceives a severe check from loss of moisture from its tissues; and es- pecially is this the case if not revived by frequent showers soon after plant- ing. Another strong point in favor of the young pot-grown carnation is ex- emplified when the plant is lifted from the field either for shipping or for immediate benching. The small pot ball of the springtime will still be found intact, greatly protecting the roots from serious injury. One might be led to suspect that the speaker was interested in the pottery business, for if all the carnation men decide to pot all their cuttings before planting, it means millions of pots, but such is not the case; nevertheless if any of the pot men present want to "fix it" with the speaker he will be glad to meet them after we adjourn. We endeavor to get our young stock up into 3's before planting out, but very often in the spring rush some lots have to re- main in 2%'s and they grow on very nicely provided they have not become badly pot-bound. When the first warm days come on about mid-April, the inclination is to rush the stock out into the field, but I feel sure that it is a serious mistake to do so; in the -house it has grown up in a temperature of from 45° to 50°, and with moisture judiciously supplied, so that it cannot but suffer and be ser- iously checked when subjected to 'cold, severe frosts very often, and worst of all, to wet weather and a falling ther- mometer. In an ordinary season if the planting is fully finished by June 1, good, big, healthy stock is assured, providing the soil has been properly prepared and is possessed of full quan- tities of plant food. We have come to the conclusion that cross-checking the plants in the field so as to cultivate them both ways with a hand cultivator is not so good as to give thein more room between the rows and draw the plants closer together in the rows. By spacing the rows 28 to 30 inches, a horse and spiked-tooth cultivator can be used, greatly lessening the hand labor, be- side loosening the soil to a greater depth; the inclination of the hand cul- tivator is upward rather than down- ward, thus failing of the intent to a certain degree. PBEPABATION OF BENCHES. About July 1 we begin to condemn the benches that are not producing a paying quantity of flowers, emptying the worn-out soil, and making them ready for our next year's hopes. It is now a recognized fact that the re- turns from carnations cut in June and July come nearer being "real velvet" than those cut at any other time in the year, providing the plants have had the proper care and have not been neglected during the late spring rush. If there is any time in the year wher\ the greenhouse laborer ap- proaches mutiny it is when the task of wheeling out and wheeling in pre- sents itself. If at this particular period of carnation culture, the lady who strolls through the houses in the win- ter remarking on the delights of "cul- tivating the fragrant blossoms," comes around once more, she certainly finds herself rudely disllusioned, for it is as hard, hot, and disagreeable as work- ing in a quarry or in the moulding room of an iron mill. The man T\'ho perfects a practical, mechanical soil carrier, not only has a fortune assured but the added blessing of every man relieved of this arduous and exhaust- ing work. MODERN METHODS OF SOIL PREPABiTION. A word as to soil: The old pre- scription "three parts of soil to one of well-rotted manure, together with a generous sprinkling of bone, chopped fine and put on the benches," is bound to be superseded by more modern methods of soil preparation. There are a number of eminently successful firms in this country who take as long as five years in the preparation of their soil for indoor culture. The one vital principle to be observed is to have the manure and other fertilizers so thor- oughly assimilated by the soil by means of leguminous crops and clovers, that the food is immediately available to the plant. So much has been written concern- ing the careful lifting and quick re- setting of the plants from the field. THE CHICAGO CARNATION CO.'S GREENHOUSES, JOLIET, LL. Bench of Carnation May Day. igio. The American Florist. 11 THE CHICAGO CARNATION CO.S GREENHOUSES, JOLIET, ILL. Bench o( Carjiatio-n Coiyquest. that I pass this item of culture, but wish to emphasize the necessity of the use of the Bordeaux mixture promptly on the establishment of the plants, generously applied, and given once thereafter every three or four weeks; it not only acts as a preventive of spot, rust and other minor diseases, but of stem-rot as well. By beginning in August with a weekly spray of nicoticide and continuing throughout the year we keep down aphis and also rid our plants of thrips; red spider is controlled by an occasional applica- tion of salt water, together with syringing under high pressure on bright days. The antiquated proceeding of mulch- ing heavily in late summer or autumn has given way to light top dressings, through which the surface of the soil is always pliable and open to the free air, thus preventing any tendency toward souring. Lime, wood ashes, sheep manure and pulverized cattle manure, always applied sparingly, constitute the menu for our plants after they are "up and doing." Plenty of fresh air whenever it is possible to admit it, insures a healthy, free-grow- ing plant. Not until October and No- vember do the plants throw charac- ter blooms, but if by January 1 each plant dofs not show several blooms cut, something is decidedly wrong, either with the variety or with the culture given. NEW VAEIETIES, 111 regard to new varieties, we need them and they are i.iterestimg, and we must not forget that every variety that we grow was once an untried novelty. But it behooves every general grower to ascertain as far as possible the ex- act value of a new one before dis- placing an old one to make rooni for it in quantity. This national meeting is of inestimable value to carnation growers in that it shows just how well the standard varieties are holding their early vitality and position, and just what new sorts are surpassing their seniors in brilliance of color, perfec- tion of form and in size. Only the finest and most productive sorts can in this day and time pay for standing room in the modern, up-to-date green- house. The Chicago Carnation Co.'s Novelties. .Several fine new varieties of carna- tions are being grown this season by the Chicago Carnation Co., Joliet, III., some of which have already been de- scribed in our columns. One of the finest, which is not to be disseminated until 1911, is Washington, a Lawson- colored sport from Enchantress, which originated with Henry Eichholz, Waynesboro, Pa., and has been pur- chased by this company. Already sev- eral large shipments of cuttings, rooted and unrooted, have been re- ceived at Joliet and this variety will be largely grown there for cutting this season. . This company is of the opinion that there is no variety so easy to cultivate and so generally satisfac- tory all around for commercial and exhibition purposes as this, as it has all the good characteristics of En- chantress, from which it is a true sport, with the popular Lawson color. Sangamo, Alvina, May Day, Con- quest and Mai-y Tolman are also largely grown at Joliet. Conquest is winning prizes wherever shown. It has all the good points of the old Pros- perity and is easy to handle, the flow- ers a pretty shade of light pink, over- laid with a deep rose pink, the stems stiff, the blooms large and well formed, while the color will not fade. San- gamo is a most prolific variety and comes into crop very quickly and very early. The color is brighter than that of Winona or Winsor and the flowers are prettily fringed. Mary Tolman is making good on all points claimed for it. It is a clean grower with uprtght, rigid stems and exceptionally fine flowers, a little deeper in color than those of Enchantress, with a trace of salmon. It is an excellent keeper and does not fade. May Day and Alvina are both on the small side, but are very beautiful flowers. Ne\vell, W. Va. — A new board of directors has been elected by the Lake Newell Floral Co. 12 The American Florist. /uv. 29^ History and Uses of the Carnation. BY W. T. BELL. So many papers have been read and discussed at the va- rious meetings of this society that the essay- ist who can add any- tliing new on the sub- ject of carnations will be almost as great a curiosity as a 6-inch carnation, but as it has been found to be a good plan in our schools to re- quire the .pupils to review the lessons previously studied, perhaps a general review of the subject that we have met to consider may be of advantage to all present and especially to those younger members of the society who are modest enough to admit that they do not already know all there is about it. ■•••v •!-«■ DKKIVATION OF THE NAME. The carnation, or, to express the name in strictly botanical terms, Di- anthus caryophyllus, is, according to Loudon, a native of southern Europe and has been found growing naturally in England. The generic name, dian- thus, is compounded of two Greek words, meaning the flower of the gods, or the deity, which has led certain writers to call it the divine flower, a name that might well be exchanged for one more simple and compre- hensible. The specific name, caryo- phyllus, has reference to the clove- like fragrance of the flowers, while the common name, carnation, has for its base the Latin word carnis, mean- ing flesh, in- -allusion to the pink or flesh color of the flowers in their wild state. There are many different species in the genus dianthus, including the fa- miliar sweet William, but the one that most nearly resembles the carnation in appearance, is the pink, with its several varieties. Where it grows nat- urally, the carnation has single flow- ers, about one inch in diameter, hav- ing but five petals, but variation, se- lection and cultivation have so changed its character that flowers four inches in diameter are now produced, having a very great number of petals. KVOLUTION. The ordinary garden carnation is a hardy perennial that blooms but once a year, and the florist's carnation of today is undoubtedly the result of changes that have taken place in its ■habits through selecting and cultivat- ing the most promising plants pro- duced by natural variation, until now it may be had in bloom during the entire year, but in the evolutionary operation, it has lost a portion of its hardiness, probably because of the nigher temperature to which it has %een subjected for generations during the cold season of the year. This loss ar -^ ,. ^ f f f NEW CARNATION PRINCESS CHARMINGJ OS b e I I E E I CO O Oi b O o igio. The American Florist. 15 business niust come. The trust mag- nates and the idle rich contribute but a small per cent to the florist's in- come. If they are flower lovers, they usually have their own conservatories. Our interests, as florists, are with the great body of middle-class business men and salary earners. Don't forget this in studying present industrial con- ditions. THE TAX PBOBLEM. Interest is still active in the pro- posed taxation of florist's growing crops. At Framingham, Mass., the contents of William Nicholson's green- houses were assessed at $5,000; S. J. Goddard escaped with an assessment of $3,000, while Tom Butterworth, of orchid fame, had his stock valued at $4,000. To show the utter absurdity of such valuations, it is stated that the Nicholson greenhouses contained about 17,000 carnation plants and some other odds and ends of stock. The assess- ment, therefore, was at the rate of 30 cents a plant. Wouldn't you like to sell your old carnation plants at that price, about May 1 ? As a matter of course, all these growers declined to pay on any such assessment. There will probably be a stiff fight before the legislature before the florists will sub- mit to this class taxation. E. H. WILSON'S TAXK. "The Optimist" attended the Janu- ary meeting of the Boston Forists' and Gardeners' Club last Tuesday evening. About 200 members and friends listened to E. H. Wilson, who gave some account of his travels in central and western China, illustrated by lantern slides. These views con- sisted of scenes along his route, show- ing the rough and mountainous coun- try, and in some cases the flora of the mountain sides and ravines. Again the pictures were of the plains and valleys along the banks of the rivers, or of the people and dwellings in these remote provinces. Mr. Wilson explained that the habi- tat of many plants was restricted to a small area, often only a mountain side or valley, and consequently that the possibilities of China's flora was al- most inexhaustible. He described some of the new things discovered and sent home and their probable usefulness in this country. Many of the plants received from Japan in for- mer years and credited to that coun- try were really natives of these sec- tions of China, and existed in Japan only in a state of cultivation. The present, perhaps, might be termed the Chinese era in horticulture. He described many of the introductions of his first Chinese expedition, largely herbaceous subjects, primulas, meco- nopsis, etc. The whole talk was very instructive and interesting, and at its close, the speaker received a hearty vote of thanks. Mr. Wilson's name is now before the club as a proposed honorary member. He is well worthy the honor, which is not a trivial one, as the Boston club is rather conservative in this respect, having at present only two names on its honorary roll. This third name, which will probably be added at the next regular meeting, is one that I feel sure will reflect credit on the largest and one of the most progres- sive florist's clubs in America. New Carnation Lady Alg:y. This splendid new introduction was exhibited by A. H. Wingett at the meeting of the Lenox, Mass., Horti- cultural Society, January 15, and was unanimously awarded a first-class cer- tificate. This is one of the most prom- ising new varieties in sight; in color it is a pure salmon pink, not the washed out color that is sometimes called salmon. It has been the good fortune of the writer to see it grow- ing this winter, and among a house containing the best varieties splendidly grown, Lady Algy attracted instant at- tention. It is a sport from Beacon, and when we say it !-.as all the good qualities of its parent, growers will know that there is not much amiss with it; in fact, it almost seems to o.utdo Beacon in vigor and floriferous- ness. Several commercial florists, as OBITUARY. Mrs. Janet Hale. The death took place at Hamburgh last week of one of the original flor- ists of Buffalo, Mrs. Janet Hale, who had a store on North Division street about 30 years ago, with greenhouses at West Seneca. Mrs. Hale was one of the self-instructed florists who worked in it for the love of flowers really more than the money gained, afterward turning the business over to her son. Geo. D. Hale, who conducted it for several years, gradually going into the decorating business with palms, flowers, bunting, etc., which now, under the name of Hale & Son is the largest in western New York. In business, Mrs. Hale was one whom any one would like and respect, her quiet manner and pleasant smile al- ways speaking a welcome to all. CARNATION LADY ALGV. well as a number of private gardeners pronounce it the best thing in sight. Certainly we do not know of anything to equal it, especially in attractive- ness of color either by natural or arti- ficial light. Mr. Wingett believes it has a future and is handling it on the most approved methods, . propagating nothing but the best of cuttings. The illustration herewith gives a good idea of the fine stems that hold the flowers erect and show them to advantage. E. J. John J. Kuratle. After suffering a year as the result of a cancer, John J. Kuratle, aged 51 years, died at his home. No. 1613 Franklin street, Wilmi..i:ton, Del., Jan- uary 14. Mr. Kuratle was one of the best known florists in that section of the country and by his theories and work greatly advanced horticulture. He was born in Switzerland and came to this country in 1883 and located at Edge Moor. Later, he removed to Wilininsti'ii. 16 The American Florist. Jan. 2g, The American Florist 1885 Twenty-Fifth Year 1910 Subscription. United States and Mexico $1.00 a year; Canada $2.00; Europe and Countries in Postal Union. $2.50. Subscriptions accepted onlvfrom tbosfein the trade. When sending us change of address always send the old address at the same time. Advertising rates on application. From the first issue the American Florist has accepted only trade advertisements. Advertisements must reach us Tuesday (earlier if possible), as we go to press Wednesday. We do not assume any responsibility for the opinions of our correspondents. Eastern Representatives: A. F. Faulknfr. 1133 Broadway. New Yorlc. KOBT. KiFT, 1725 ChostnutSt., Philadelphia. Pa. THE AMERICAN FLORIST, 324 Dearborn St.. CHICAGO THIS ISSUE 68 PAGES WITH COVERS CONTENTS. American Carnation Society's convention 1 — Convention proceedings 1 — Fred Burki (portrait) 1 — Thursday's proceedings 1 — The judges' report , 2 — Officers of the society (portraits) .... '^ — Members of the executive committee (pprtraits) 3 ■ — President Herr's address .'1 — Secretary Baur's report 4 — Treasurer Dorner's report , 4 — Prominent men in the trade of Pitts- . bupff and vicinity (portraits) . 5 — Joint meetings of carnation and rose .societies fi — Carnation Bright Spot (illus. ) ..6-7 — :Carnations at Nic Zweifel's, Milwaukee 7 — New carnation Mrs. Walter W. Coles (illus.) S — Bench of Carnation S'hasta (illus.).... — The Chicago Carnation Co.'s novelties (illus.) 10-11 — Carnation Dorothy Gordon (illus.) ... .12-13 — New carnation Princess Charming (illus.) .. 14 — New carnation Lady Algy (illus.).";... 15 The retail trade 14 ■ — Pillow of roses and lily of the valley (supplement) 14 ■ — A ; Philadelphia function . .' 14 The week at Peaceful Valley 14 Obituary 15 — Mrs. Janet Hale 15 — John J. Kuratle., 15 Society of American Florists 16 National Sweet Pea Society of America. 16 Florists' Delivery Association 16 Chicjigo IS Philadelphia . .j. .-. .,'.•.■. .'22 Boston ,-.-^.,.\. Washington New, York B.uffalo San |Francisco , The jseed trade — Transparent seed packages — Gladiolus bulb disease -TyC^ari Crppp (portrait) -^Iniportant seed decision — 7The clover - seed case — ^A I pure seed - act — Seed . by flying express — i-Imports ........ i Marl^et.-gardeners -^Lettuce temperatures — Cucumbers and tomatoes The I nursery trade — ;t)uty: on evergreen seedlings Baltimore, Cincinnati ;..,,..., Milw^aukee .v. . . . v . ^ .^ The tallied trades — SiKe of hot water flow pipes Enroute Around the World. " Adam Graham, Mrs. (Jraham and Miss Effie J. Graham, • of Cleveland, wil sail from San Francisco, February 5, on a tour around the •world, visiting Honolulu, Japan, China, India and Europe, returning by way of Ne'w York. Mr. Graham, like his illustri- ous townsman, Andrew Carnegie, wants to spend most of his money in "the full enjoyment of this grand old land of the living. He was, born in Puiifermiihe, Scotland, April 17, 1840. John' T. TV'ithers, of Jersey City. ,N. J., started on a tour around the ■n^brld Ja.r),uary 20, going via New Orleans,' aria .sailing from San Fran- Your name is rightly booked in, our Trade Directory — at least we suppose It is if you do not advise us. If you make ajiy changes tliis season, please drop us a postal. Luther Burbank -writes to the New York Times. January 17: "To be mis- judged is a passing trifle; to have lost a life of honest, earnest labor is a tragedy." Luther Burbank's life and labors have not been lost; on the con- trary no man who is acquainted with him personally and who is in posi- tion to know what his life -work has been, but holds him in highest esteem. The Carnegie institution did not honor him, but he honored it in accepting the grant for furthering that work to which he had devoted his life. THE Horticultural Society of St. Louis held its annual meeting January 19, and elected the following officers: E. Mallinckrodt. president; L. Mat- thews, first vice-president; D. S. Brown, second vice-president; J. H. Gundlach, third vice-president; R. F. Tesson. fourth vice-president; Henry Young, treasurer; Otto G. Koenig, sec- retary. Executive committee (11 inembers): Otto Koenig, (secretary); F. "W. Bruenig, '.rheo Miller, C. B. Nicholson, C. C. Sanders, F. H. Mein- hardt. Bmil Schray. Fred H. "Weber, (ieo. B. "Windier, Henry Young, XU;- dolph T. "Windt. American Carnation Society. CARNATIONS KEGIiSTEHED. Bon Ami.— Queen X. Lady Bounti- ful. Pure white, size 3 to 3% inches: strong open growth, stem very stiff, 24 to 30 inches long; early and continuous bloomer and seldom splits. Granite State. — Queen X. Lady Bountiful. Pure white, size 3 to 3% inches; strong upright growth with ■ no surplus grass: stem 30 to 36 ■iiiches; ■ seldom bursts, free bloomer. Both- by Geo. E. Brixton. Nashua, N. H. A. F. J. Baur, Sec'y. Society of American Florists. CHANGE IN REGISTRATION. S. Cockburn & Sons, of "Woodlawn, N. Y., make application to have the name of their chrysanthemum, pre- viously registered as Dr. Frederick A. Cook, changed to Mrs. Jane Cochran Public notice is hereby given of the application and unless objections to the change are received within 20 days from publication .of this notice the change will be made. H. B. DORXEB, Sec'y. January 20, 1910. Florists' Delivery Association. The florists organized a delivery as- sociation at Pittsburg January 27, electing officers as follows: J. A. Valentine, president. W. J. Palmer, vice president. H. B. Dorner, Urbana, 111., Sec'y. W. L. Rock, treasurer. The directors are John Bertermaiin, Ernst "Wienhoeber, Philip Breitmeyer, "Wm. F. Gude, A. B. Cartledge, with the president, vice president and treasurer. Only members of the So- ciety of American Florists will be elig- ible and the plans of the new body will be' presented at the Rochester meetiiig of the national society's exec- utive committee in March. National Sweet Pea Society of America. Harry Turner President ■W. H. Waite Vice-President Harry A. Bunyard Secretary Wm. Duckham Treasurer The following is the preliminary list of prizes offered for the annual exhibition of the National Sweet Pea Society of America which will be held in July, the exact date and place to be announced later: President Harry Turner's cup, value $25, for the best 25 vases of sweet peas. The "W. Atlee Burpee cup, for the finest and largest collection of sweet peas. The 'W. Atlee Burpee prize, for the best vase of waved or Spencer type sweet peas introduced in 1910; first prize $5, second $3, third $2. "W. "W. Rawson & Co.'s prizes. Raw- son's silver gilt medal for a vase of sweet peas never before exhibited or disseminated, of American origin. Rawson's silver medal, for the best 25 vases of Spencer or Unwin types exclusively; open to the trade only. Rawson's silver medal, for the best 20 spikes of sweet peas, Rawson's Snowflake. Rawson's bronze medal, for the best three vases comprising white, lavender and pink; open to amateurs. Rawson's silver medal, for the most successful exhibitor among the ama- teur classes. "Watkins & Simpson's prize, value $10. for the best vase of Nora Unwin, Frank Dolby, Mrs. A. "^'atkins, A. J. Cook and E. J. Castle. Arthur T. Boddington prize, a challenge cup, value $50. $25 to the -winner of the cup; second prize $15. third $10, for a collection of sweet peas, 25 varieties. Henry A. Dreer prize, for the best 21 vases of sweet peas, the 21 Incom- parable standard varieties as enumer- ated in Dreer's Garden Book for 1910, first prize $20, second $5. Jerome B. Rice Seed Co.'s prize, for the best vase of white sweet peas, first prize $5, second $3, third $2. HARRY A. BUNYAED, SeC'y. Meetings Next Week. Albany, N. V.. February 3, 8 p. m. — Albany Florists' Club, W. C. King's 24 and 26 Steuben street. BuU'alo, N. Y., February 1, 8 p. m. — Buffalo Florists' Club, Saturn hall. Chicago, February 3, 8 p. m. — Chicago Florists' Club. Union restaurant. 111 Ran- dolph street. - Indianapolis, Ind., February 1, 3:30 p. m. — Slate Florists' .\ssocialion. Indiana State house. Lake Geneva, Wis., February 5, 8 p. m. — Lake Geneva Gardeners' and Foremens' Association, News building. LoulsTille, Ky., February 1, 8 p. m. — Kentucky Society of Florists. Milwaukee, Wis., February 3, 8 p. m. — Milwaukee Florists' Club. Quiet House, cor- ner Broadway and Mason street. New Orleans. La., Februarj- 3, 8 p. m. — German Gardeners' Club. 624 Common street. Newport, K. I., February 2. — Newport Horticultural Sociel>'. Pasadena, Calif., February 4, 8 p. m. — Pas.idena Gardeners' Association. Pliiladelpbia, Pa., February 1, 8 p. ,m. — Florists' Club of Philadelphia, Horticultural Hall. Broad street. Pittsburg, Pa., February 1, 8 p. m. — Pittsburg Florists, and Gardeners' Club, Fort Pitt Hotel. Tenth street and Penn avenue. Salt Lake Cit.y. Utalj, February 1. — Salt Lake Florists' Club. Huddart Floral Co., 114 East Second Soutli street. San Francisco, Calif., February 5. — Pacific Coast Horticultural Society. Seattle, Waslj., February 1. — Seattle Flor- ists' Association, Chamber of Commerce, Second avenue and Columbia street. St. Paul, IMinn., February 1, 8 p. m. — Minnesota State Florists' Association. 510 Snelling avenue, north. Utica, N. Y.. February 3, 8 p. m. — Utica Florists' Club. Genesee Hall. Oneida square. Washington, D. C. February 1. — Florists' Club of Washington, 1214 F. street, N.. W. »ta:iB*wimHiBirJ8t--' igio. The American Florist. 17 Wants, For Sale, Etc a rtonst shop Qci- in all bran- One Cent Per Word, Cash with Adv. For Plant Advs., See Ready Reference Section. Where an»wers are to be mailed Irom this ofi5ce. enclose 10 cents extra to cover postage , etc Situation Wanted— B\ a lady ii as designer: hliec-n years' experii- ches of th. husin.ss. . ,,, . . K, y 427 . rare American Honst. Situation Wanted— .^s garden, r hy Scotcliiiian. 34 years ol aee; IS years' .-xpi'fience i i Scotland. England and .\merica in all branches o( horti- culture; good r.ferences. „ . ^ Key 432. care .American Florist. Help Wanted -Experienced youne man for first class Hower siiop. Boh.annan Flor-^^i. Co.. 11 East Monroe St.. Chicago. Help Wanted-.Al desisner in high class liorist store; Chieaijo: references. Address K ey 433. care .American hlorist. Help Wanted— Man who has some greenhouse experience as assistant tor general work. ■Thos Fr.^nks & Son Champaien. 111. Help Wanted -Salesman to handle our high grade embossed paper seals. N.4TI0NAL Folding Box & P.aper Co.. New Haven. Conn. Help Wanted— Experienced vegetable grower fur under glass; mui-t he sober and industrious: steady situation send reference. Key 428. care American Honst. Help Wanted.— -A young man. with somi- e.xpe- rience in the florist business, for a retail store, to take care of the books, etc. .Address Key 997. care .American Florist. Help Wanted— Florist and gardener; must be .10 experienced allaround man. sol>er and com- petent; good job if you want to work; married man prefiTred. Ans\ver at once and send ref.r- ,.nces. Otto Schwill & Co.. Seedsmen and Nurserymen. Memphis. Tenn. To Let — With fixtures, best re.tail flower store in this city: nothing to buy but flowers. Florist 34 Main St.. Haverhill. Mass. forSale-First class florist business in city ol 39.O1O; reason for selling; other business. Key 9"i9. care Ame-rican Florist. For Sale— Some 3-inch pipe guaranteed sound, 7c per foot. .Also several good small boilers cheap. W. H. S.-\LTER. Rochester, N. Y. For Sale— Cottage, house and barn and three acres of land; good greenhouse, hen house, fruit; easy terms. Box 24. Milldale. Conn, For Sale — Four greenhouses filled with carna; tions and bedding plants; in Ohio college town- will sell cheap. .Address Key '193. care American Florist, For Sale -a uood florist retail business in growing city in western New A'ork; .S.dun leet of modern built glass, witli work room and living looms attacbi-d; best place in town; agoodtrade. .\ good place for the right man. Reasons lor sell- ing other business. Price and details 00 apolica- tion. Key 429, caie .Am. Tican Florist. For Sale — Four greenhouses in one ol best towns in middle west; 6.(.KKI feet glass; steam hoiler piping: large workroom; large- barn, with loft and other buildings and room for additional Iiouse; gas in house Is located on one ol the main thoroughfari'S. on.- block east of the largest C(-meterv. Spl.-ndid city and out-of town trade. Firm is vv.-U known and respected. R.-sidence ol eight rooms also for sal.-. Terms to suit pur- chaser. Owner cannot giv.- business attention. Address K.-y 430. car.- American Florist. FOR RENT. Greenhouse. 12,000 feet of glass; stocked with sweet pe!is, carnations, bed- ding plants; good bouse; 10 acres of land; near Chicago; $.50.0(1 per month. Key 425, care American Florist. WANTED At once, a competent rose and car- nation grower; permanent position to sober, reliable man; wages $18.00 per week. Address Key 941, care American Florist. Store and Retail Business For Sale. A fully equipped and only store in a town of 15,000 in New 'York state; the entire good will and an established busintss for more than 15 years. Business now $8,000 to $10,000 per year, and can be much increased by a good live man. On account of poor health arc willing to sell at a sacrifice, and $3,000 will buy it. If you mean business, address Key 971, care American Florist. Ornamental Nurseryman Wanted One familiar 'vt-ith varieties, propa- gation and growing of ornamental trees and decorative plants. Address THE SILVA-BERGTHOLDT CO. Newcastle, California. Situation Wanted. By h^st-cla^s younu'^' Hollander, married, no chilidren. four years' American experience and ten years' experience in ditferent countries in Eu'opeand East Indies: private situation pre- ferred: experienced in landscape jzardening and manaijing a private estate: also capable o! man- ajjine an ornamental nursery : eastiTo states pre- ferred: age c>{i. Key 426, care American Florist. Retail Store Man. The advertiser, located in the south, wants a good man to take charge of the retail cut flower department. He must be fully competent to turn out high class design work and decorations. One who has a general knowledge of the seed business would be preferred, as the cut flower department is carried on in con- nection with a general seed business. A good salary to the right man. Address Key 431, care AmsricanFlorist. TO RENT. A very rare opportunity of one nf the most mod- ern and uD-to-datc florist establishments of about 15.0(0 sq. ft, glass; hot water heat: Superior tubu- lar boilt.r: entire place nauipped with electric lights, cumi-nt walks and floors; work building 20x115 two stories 8-rooin modern flat: i,rood os tablisbed business; the conveniences and accoi.n- adations to all transportation, etc. are too numer- ous to mention: they cannot be excelled: if inter esied an investigation will convince. RICHARD F. GLOEDE. 1405-1'107 Central St.. Evanston, 111. Nursery Foreman. I want a Nursery- Foreman, married man preferred, for city nursery in Oregon; a man who understands the propagation and growing of nursery stock and must be able to superintend all outside work, care for customers, take orders, etc. This is a good place for an ambitious young man. Address KEY 998, CARE AMERICAN FLORIST. NOTICE M«nbers of the Illinois State Florists' Association: Notice is hereby given that at the next annual meeting, to be held at Urbana February 16 and 16, a resolution will be presented proposing to amend Section 8 of the Constitution to read as follows: "The Association shall hold its annual meeting and exhibition on the fourth Tuesday of February at Urbana, 111, Ten members shall constitute a quorum," J. F. AMMANN, Sec'y. LANDSCAPE GARDENER (MALE) ENQINEER DEPARTMENT AT LARGE. MARCH 3, 1910. The United States Civil Service CommissioD announces an examination on March 3. 1910, to secure elit;ibles from which to make certihcation to fill a vacancy in the position ol landscape gar dcner (male). $2,400 per annum, Jtneineer department at larsrc, Washinsiiun, D C. and vacancies miuirint' similar qualifications as they may occur, unless it should be decided in the interests of thr service to fill tlie vacancy by reinstatement, transfer, or promotion. Tlie e.xamination will consist of of the subjects mentioned below, weighted as indicated. Subjects, Weights 1. Practical questions,.. 30 2. Educational training (rated on application) 20 3. Enperience (rated on application) 50 Total 100 The position to be filled is one requiring e.xception.Tl qualifications, as its duties include the designing, layingout and planting of most of the city parks of Washington, D, C, and general supervision over the propagating gardens and greenhouses. It is desired to secure a person who has had the technical education and training of a landscape .ircliitect, with several years at least, of practical experience in work of a character similar to that required in the position to be nlled The applicant's statements in the application rewardins his Educational training and expenence (Form 1312 questions 18 and 20. edition of October. I9u'.)) must cover the followiiiK ; IS. Give a statement of your general education and training, with speci.il reference to work in botany, floriculture, and landscape gardening, giving the names of the institutions ai which you have studied, the time spent in each (giving dale), courses of study pursued, and the degrees conferred, if any. 20. Show fully and in detail all your experience in nurseries, parks, or arboretums- experi- ence in the designing of parks pleasure urouods or home plantations, and experience in the compo- sition or planting of such placfs This statement should show when (Hiving dates), where. an(i by whom you were employed, and the specific natun of your duties in each case. If you have desisnid or laid out any park or estate or done work of a similar character, copies of your designs should be submitted. Men only will be admitted to this examination. Aee limit, 20 years or over on the date of examination. This examination is open to all citizens of the United States who comply with the requirements. This announcement contains all information which is communicaied to applicants regardme the scope of the examination, the vacancy or vacancies to be filled, and the qualifications required. Applicants should at once aoply to the United Matss Civil Service C-immission. Washington. 1). C. for application Form 1.^12. No application will be accented unless properly exectued and filed with the Commission at Washington. In apphinn for this examination thi- exact title as yiven at the head of of this announcement should be used in the application. As examination papers are shipped direct from the Commission to the places of examination, it is necessary that applications be received in ample time t-> arrange for the examinaiion desired at the place indicated bv the applicant. The Commission will therefore arracee to examine any applicant whose application is received in lime to permit the shipment ol the necessary papers. Issued January 24. 1910. 18 The American Florist. Jan. 2g, American Beauties, Roses, Carnations. PRICE LIST AMERICAN BEAUTIES Per doz. Extra long stems $6 00 36 inch stems 5 00 30 inch stems 4 00 24 inch stems 3 00 20 inch stems 2 60 18 inch stems 2 00 16 inch stems 1 E>0 12 inch stems 1 00 Short stems "^5 Richmond, Killarney, Mrs. Field, Mme. Per 100 Chatenay, My Maryland, $6 00 to $12 00 6 00 to 5 00 to Per 100 Uncle John, Bride, Maid, Ivory, Sunrise, Golden Gate Perle Roses, our selection Carnations, White and Pink 2 00 to Harrisii Valley Violets Adiantum Asparagus, per bunch Ferns, per 1000 12 00 6 00 5 00 4 00 15 00 4 00 1 00 1 00 50 2 00 2,000,000 Feet of Modern Glass. PETER REINBERG, 35 Randolph Street, Chicago. Chicago. STOCK STILL BELOW DEMAND. Carnations have been coming in more freely and of excellent quality. They are about equal to the demand now, and although the price has eased a little, the best flowers are easily worth three cents, with smaller flowers at corresponding rates. On Saturday, stock of all kinds was well cleaned up and everybody was well satisfied with the volume of business done. Roses were decidedly scarce and the prices soared again. One thing we noted was that growers were not cutting the flowers so tight as they usually do in times of scarcity, apparently being wise to the fact that their interests lie in the other direction. White was again at a premium and the scarcity helped to move large quantities of Paper White narcissus and similar stocks for the cheaper class of funeral work. Violets have been moving bet- ter and there has been an active de- mand for gardenias, sweet peas and other flowers for street wear. Quite an exceptional demand is reported by some retailers for funeral work, es- pecially in the way of bunches of white and colored carnations. Mig- nonette is In good shape, fine fresh- looking spikes and good foliage. Preesias are arriving in large quanti- ties, very fair stock, also tulips, jon- quils and other bulb stock. In or- chids cattleyas have not been quite so much , in evidence, but we noted a number of late Cypripedium insigne. Greens and galax are selling well and there is a good supply. CARNATION CONVENTION VISITORS. The following were among the visi- tors to the carnation convention, who left the Union depot over the Penn- sylvania, Tuesday, January 2 5, at 5:30 p. m, : Fritz Bahr and wife. High- land Park; E. F. Winterson and wife, Carl Cropp, W. N. Rudd, C. W. Johnson, Geo. Asmus, J. A. Valentine, Denver, Colo., C. L. Washburn, Nic. Zweifel, Milwaukee, Wis., Aug. Poehl- mann, J. French, A. T. Pyfer, Joliet, Peter Olsem. Joliet, H. V. Hunkel, Milwaukee, Wis., and M. Barker of the American Florist. NOTES. Mrs. Moore, of the Flower Growers' Market, met with an alarming accident when going home January 17. The bus in which Mrs. Moore was being Aphine Test on Roses. "THE LINDENS" GREENHOUSES A. H. & W. S. SCHU1.TZ 261-273 Rosedale Avenue Telephone 19-R. Killarney The Bride Bridesmaid Madison, N. J., Jan. 20, 1910. APHINE MANUFHTURING CO.. Madison. N. J. Drar Sirs: — Haviog just made comparative tests between Aphinr and fumigation for our own information and benefit, wi- think you w.ll be interested in the results For «rern fly on our rosr plants we usi-d Aphine as diiecitd. 1 to 40. applying with an auto spray: choosing sunny days, and using a fine spray. We carrfully sprayed thi.- plants L-arly in the morning. In a fi\v uriiules the flv began to drop, and later wbt.-n we syringed with the hosf we found ih>- plants well rid of fly. In addition we found ni) d'scolored buds as in lumigating, but what attracted our attention, the foliai.;e seemed to be Miiproved and inviKuraied. From a financial standpoint it costs us $5 and $4 to fumigate 2000 lineal feet of ros' houses each time, whereas wu would only use a halt gallon of Apliine lor the same purpose. The results havi- shown us that Aphine is higher in etticiency and 1ow1 lUCd dllU XTld-lUd through the scarcity and can con- tinue to do so. JVl^vir'ari Iw Tliis popular loni^ lastnit: preen in any quan- iTICAICail IV^ tiiy; alwiiys fresh and bright Viflld'S ^^ ^'^ takinti orders now for Sr. Valentine's Day; T lUIwIrO Everybody wants violetsior this occassion. Our growers aie in good crop with the fini st long stemmid. medium and short Beauties. Let us hear from you. Write for Special Prices. VAUGHSN & SPERRY, Wholesale Florists, 52-54 Wabash Avenue, CHICAGO. ball each man left a pin standing. Zech missed his spare and Yarnall picked his up, thereby winning by seven points. This took the life out of the Carnations; they went "sleepy" and the Violets breezed in by almost 100 pins. The teams now stand: Vio- lets, 1; Carnations, 2; Orchids, 3; roses, 4. This week the Violets meet the Orchids and the Carnations the Roses. A number of substitutes rolled on al- leys 5 and 6, E. F. Winterson being the bright and shining star. Spares and splits looked alike to him and he cut down even railroads with the same easy grace and sangfroid. We are not quite sure about this expression, but think it is all right. THE SCORES. Carnations 1st 2(1 •Id Violets. 1st 2d 3d Ayres . . . .1S9 176 156 Bergman .134 1S2 17S Pastern'h 14S 144 172 F. Johnson .170 162 16S l^.S 16S 123 Kruchten .135 116 13S IBS 161 115 Lieberm'n 174 lb3 116 A. Zech . .166 13S 141 Yarnall . . .146 162 201 Total?. .7.'!4 7S7 707 Totals. . .759 794 801 Orchids 1st ?a\ 3d Roses 1st 2d 3d Huehner. 147 1S6 152 Goerish . .132 149 14o Graft . . . .1.-.1 1S1 144 Lorimer . .131 126 112 Voge! . . . .16.^ 12S 100 E. Johnsonl49 154 12'i Asmus . . .LIS 149 174 Pieser . . . .119 152 101 J. Zech . .133 15S 163 Wolf .102 196 lib Totals. .752 758 733 Totals. . .633 777 600 Illinois State Florists' Association . Especial interest is being taken in the coming fourth annual convention of the Illinois State Florists' A.ssocia- tion, to be held at the seat of the University of Illinois, Champaign- Urbana, February 15-16. Preparations are well under way to make it one of the most interesting sessions of this growing young society, and for certain excellent reasons it deserves to be the most largoly attended convention yet held by the state association. Comparatively few florists over Illi- nois have visited the fine experiment station for floriculture on the ground of the College of Agriculture of the State University. It is a model in all re- spects — as nearly perfect in its plan and as complete and modern in its equipment as one might find in many a day's journey. As an object lesson for future building, the florists of the state ought to make use of this very favorable opportunity to go and see it. The headquarters during the con- vention will be the Beardsley hotel, in Champaign. The banquet will be held there Tuesday evening, February 13, taking the place of supper, and beginning shortly after the regular supper hour. The sessions of the convention will be held in Morrow hall, in the agricultural building, on the university campus. But a few paces from the building, stands the beautiful new auditorium, in the foyer of which will be held the exhibition of cut flowers and novelties. It has been decided not to hold a show of heavy trade exhibits, this being ad- vised by the authorities of the uni- versity. All the florists who have it in their power to show anything in 3ut flowers which will add to the effectiveness of the display should lend their assistance. There are over 4,000 young men and women in attendance upon the various departments of the University of Illinois, and more than 400 members of the faculty of in- struction. Surely such an educational opportunity will not be lost by the progressive florists of Illinois. Stock should be much more plentiful than at present by February 15, and even though the date follows so closely upon St. Valentine's day, it is urged that a creditable exhibit must be made in this great educational center, even if obliged to buy some select stock for the purpose. Let everybody lend a hand and give these twin cities a sur- prise in the extent and quality of the exhibition. A meeting of the execu- tive committee of the association is called to meet in Chicago the first week in February to work up interest in the attendance at the convention and in the exhibition. The state officers and the local man- agement in the twin cities are work- ing hard to make the convention a great success, and they will appreciate the cordial support of florists in all parts of the state. Only with this can a successful session be had. The officers are C. E. GuUett. Lincoln, president; George B. Franks, Cham- paign, vice-president; J. F. Ammann, Edwardsville. secretary; Frank L. Washburn, Bloomington, treasurer. Mediterranean Cut Flower Trade. The creator of the Mediterranean flower trade with England was Albert Hernu, one of the founders of the French chamber of commerce. It is a marvel of organized expedition, and he was decorated for it with the Legion of Honor when M. Loubet came to London. He arranged for a collecting train to run along the coast from Men- ton-Garavan, and after years of urg- ing induced the Paris, Lyons and Med- iterranean company to add flower vans to their rapid passenger trains coming north. They now share with the Cam- pagnie du Nord and the Southeastern a seasonal revenue exceeding $450,000, for in 15 years the consignments have increased from 1.5.000 to 500,000 pack- ages. Not even the mails travel faster than these flowers. It is the Boulogne mail boat they catch at 8:30 p. m., and they are on the market 36 hours after leaving Marseilles. Puck did better, it is true, but this is fast enough to keep them fresh. They travel in small flat baskets or light lioxes, two feet square and six inches deep, and the charges for each 11- pound package from Nice to Boulogne is 16 cents; from Boulogne forward 20 cents. British rates are heavier all vnund. — Pall Mall Magazine. Wietor Bros., Wholesale Growers of ..CUT FLOWERS.. 51 Wabash Avenue, CHICAGO. Price List American Beauties, - Per do z Extra lonir $ fi 00 3f>-incii strms .=^00 30-inch stems 4 00 24-inch stems 3 00 20-inch stems 2 50 18-inch stems 2 (10 15 inch stems .. 150 Short 1 CO Per 100 Killamey, extra $12 00 fane? 8 00 Kood S 00 to 6 00 Richmond, extra )0 00 fancy 8 00 Bood 5 00 to 6 00 Mrs. Jardine, extra 12 OO fancy 8 00 to 10 00 Bood 6 00 White KUlamey. fancy 10 "f to 12 00 Brides and Maids, fancy 10 00 to 12 00 good 6 0Uto 8 00 Uncle John, fancy SOOto 10 00 good 5 to to 6 00 Perle. fancy Id r,-nis ROSES, our seleclion $6 00 Carnations, extra fancy... 2 CO lo 3 00 Easter Lilies, short $2 00 per doz. Valley 4 00 Asparagus Plumosus, extra quality, per bunch 75c Fancy Ferns, per 1000 .$2 00 All other stocit at lowest marlset rates. Prices subject to change witliout notice. No charge for paclcing. Lake Forest, 111. It was quite a surprise to the gar- deners here to hear that F. M. Schar- fenberg for the last five years gar- dener and superintendent to A. B. Dick, will leave his position February 1 and go to Oklahoma to start in com- mercial business for himself. .Walter Tiplady, of Lake Geneva, will take Mr. Scharfenberg's position and will start with Mr. Dick February 1. The Horticultural Society has over 100 members. The fee is $2 a year. The monthly meetings are held the last Wednesday of each month. C. G. Bessemer, Ar.\. — The State Horti- cultural Society is in session here this week, January 28-29 being the dates. Bat City. Mich. — A deputation from Saginaw and Flint visited Boehringer's greenhouses, 325 Park avenue, Janu- ary 12, and all the members were de- lighted with the condition of the place. igio. The American Florist. 21 Cut Flowers | E. H. HUNT FOR ALL OCCASIONS. FLORISTS* SUPPLIES TOO. -SBND FOR PRICE LIST. 76 Wabash Avenue, CHICAGO. KYLE & FOERSTER, W. p. KYLE. 51 Wabash Ave., -CONSIGNORS SOUCITED. Wholesale Florists. L. D. Phone Randolph 3619. JOSEPH FOERSTER CHICAGO. KENNICOTT BROS. WHOLESALE CUT- FLOWERS 48-50 Wabash Ave., L. D. Phone, Central 466. Chicago We will have anythiDsr io the line of CUT FLOWERS and GREENS that 70U may want if anybody has it at Chicaffo market prices oo day of shipment. GHAS. W. McKELLAR, SI Wabaah Are.. CHICAGO. ORCHIDS A Specialty Fancy Stock in Peonies, Valley. Roses, Beanties, Carnanons and a full line of al I Cat Flowers, Greens, Wire-Work and Florists' Supplies. Send for Complete Catalogue. POLHLMANN BROS. CO. Wholesale Growers of and Dealers in All telegraph and telephone orders Biven promiJt attention. Greenhouses 32-37 Randoleh St. MORTON GROVE, OX. CHICAGO. , ' GROWERS*^' SHIPPERS ' .uTWHuirnj FLOWEPC" ^ ^ 59 WABASH AYE. ^V# B^ONE CENTRAL^!, A. L. Randall Co. 1 9-2 1 Randolph St., CHICAGO. L. D. Phone Central 1496. Private Exchange All Departments. If you do not rt-ccivL- our pricL' list regularly send for it, GLOVEESVILLE, N. T. — John Hooper has gone out of business here. There are great prospects here for a good season. J. a. BCDLONG ph Street. CHICAGO. "-CUT FLOWERS Boses and Oamatioiu A Specialty 37-39 Randolph Stpeet^HJCAGO. WHOLESALE 6R0WER LCAMLINB THE LARGEST, BEST EQUIPPED, MOST CENTRALLY LOCATED WHOLESALE CUT FLOWER HOUSE IN CHICAGO. 32. 34, 36 RANDOLPH STREET, CHICAGO. L. D. 'Phones Central 1978 and 1977. VlioMe Hover M^Kete Chicago. Jan. 2<) Roses, Beauty, extra select ... 6 00 36in 5 00 30in 4 00 18in 2 50 ISin 1 50 Short 1 UO Per 100 Bride, Bridesmaid, select.. 8 Oi @IS 00 medium 4 00@ 6 00 Killarney. select... 6 00@15 00 medium and short 4 00 Mrs.Jardine 4 00@10 00 Mrs. Fotter Palmer 8 00 ■• My Maryland 8 00 " Perle 7 00 " Richmond extra select.... 4 00@12 00 " Uncle John 6 00 ., White Killarney, select .... 8 00(815 (0 medium 4 00@ 6 00 Carnations, select fancy 3 00@ 4 00 common 1500 2 00 Callas. per doz 2 00 Hyacinths. Roman 3 00 LiliumHarrisii per doz. 2 03 10 00® 12 00 Lily of the Valley 3 00@ 4 00 Mignonette 4 00« 6 0) Narcissus . 3 00@ 4 00 Orchids, per doz 6 00@ 8 00 Sweet Peas 1 00® 1 50 Violets 50® 75 Adiantum per lOfO, 150 AsparagusPlum, strings, each, 60® 75 sprays 3 000 4 00 Spreneeri 3 00® 4 00 Boxwood, per bunch.. 35c per case 7 50 Ferns perlOOi). 2 00 Smilax 1 50 LITTLE ROCK, Ark. — As yet no one has been elected to fill the place of treasurer of the State Floral Society rendered vacant by the death of Wm, Pollock. BE YOUR OWN COMMISSION MAN AT THE — Flower Growers' Market 60 Wabash Ave., CHICAGO. A Few Desirable Stands For Rent. See JOHN SINNER, Manager. Chicagfo Rose Co., JOSEPH ZISKA, Successor, Cut Flowers, Florists' Supplies and Wire Work a Specialty. Lond Distance Phone Central 2487. 56-58 Wabash Ave., CHICAGO WIETOR BROS. S^„°J|,f «, Cut Flowers AH telegraph and telephone orders glTea prompt attention. 51 Wabash Ave.. CHICAGO. GEO. REINBERG, *5S!:r.?„ Cut Flowers CHOICE AMERICAN BEAUTIES. We will take care of your orders at reason- able prices. Prompt attention. 51 Wabash Ave., CHICAGO, ILU HOEfiBER BROS. Wholesale Growers of Cut Flowers, Telephone Randolph 2758. Greenhouses: DES PLAINES, ILL. Store: 51 Wabash Avenue, CHICAGO Zech&Nann Wholesale Florists Room 218, 51 Wabash Ave., CHICAGO Telephone, Central 3284. Beverly, Mass. — James Whittier, dealer in plants and garden furniture, is bankrupt. The liabilities are placed at $9,206.26, the assets $936.20. 22 The American Florist. fan. 2g, Pbiladelpbla. AMERICAN BEAl'TY HOSES .SCARCE, The feature of the past week was the scarcity of roses. Beauties appear to be taking a vacation, there being a very small stock of this variety on hand. The orders of the day are al- ways ahead of the supply and the re- tail men are very careful about taking orders for this rose; $7.50 per dozen is asked for specials. Even the pink rose stock, which has been so plentiful, is scarce, Killarney and My Maryland being very much oft crop, with prices up about 33 per cent. Golden Spur daffodils are now to be had in quan- tity. Freesia is more plentiful, while sweet peas are in good supply and very popular with buyers. White and yellow tulips are now offered in all the houses. "Violets are scarce, but with "signs of relief," as the growers say. Quantities of buds are ready to open with a little sun. Cattleyas are' a shade easier, 60 cents now being the price. Easter lilies are fairly plentiful, as are callas, there being a good demand for both. .| NOTES. The event of the week was tKe open- ing of the Century Flower Shop No. 2 at Fifty-second and Walnut streets. West Philadelphia. The store presents a very atractive appearance, having two large bulk windows; the interior, about 30 feet long by 15 deep, is very light. Every inch of space was utilized and the various tables, stands and counters were covered with attrac- tively arranged plants and vases of cut flowers, every article or group of a kind, having its price tag promi- nently shown. The feature and policy of the store is to sell all kinds of florist stock, plants and flowers at low prices. The windows were nicely decorated with stock ready and priced for sale. A prominent sign announced that "at last West Philadelphia had an up-to-date flower shop," which statement is apt to grate a trifle on the nerves of a few of those now some time in the field and who believed they kept their weather eye on the calendar. A souvenir was given out to all customers and visitors, and the business of the first, day was reported as very satisfactory. John Holland, of the Century Shop, is in charge, with several assistants. Competition is the life of trade and this newcomer will undoubtedly make the rest of the boys put their best foot forward. Dennis Connor, for Lord & Burnham, has closed the deal with the Joseph Heacock Co. for th6 new rose house, 55x600 feet. The riSge will be 23 feet 6 inches high and will have ventilators on. both sides of the peak. There will also be side ventilation below the eaves. The house is to be completed by May 15 and will be up-to-date in every respect, having all the -latest wrinkles in greenhouse construction, prominent among which will be the shadeless ridge, the southern slope being nine feet longer than the back. That this is but the beginning of a large plant is evidenced by the boiler capacity, there being installed two 100-h. p. return tubular boilers. At Wyncote, Dorothy Gordon carnation is now the feature and those who wish any of this fine variety will have to be quick, as orders were booked last week in lots of 5,000 each, with every mail adding to the list. At the Niessen establishment Acacia pubescens is the novelty, the taeauiful sprays of which will now be used for fancy table work, for which purpose there is nothing superior. McKissick's violets are now much in demand; their large singles and doubles (local) are among the best in the market. John Mclntyre is still busy with white lilac and finds a good demand for all his grower sends him. K. Boston. A QUIET WEEK. The past week has been rather quiet; there has been no great amount of stock coming in, although roses and bulbous stock are more plentiful. There is plenty of funeral work. Kil- larney, Chatenay and My Maryland roses are all coming in in fine shape now; Bride and Bridesmaid are also showing up well, but are not in such good demand. There is a little short- age of good Easter lilies and some of the growers are cutting their stock much too tight to give satisfaction. An abundance of freesia of the finest qual- ity is coming in and sells on sight. Golden Spur is coming down a little in price, but sells well. Violets are very plentiful and drag a little at times. Cut adiantum is extremely scarce and is coming in in very lim- ited quantities. Cattleyas are more plentiful, but the price holds up. There is an abundance of good lily of the valley. The increasing demand for rose geranium during the winter has led several growers to take up grow- ing it. Wallflowers are gaining favor steadily. There is a marked shortage of good Beauties and the prices are up from last* week's quotations. Sweet peas in all colors are coming in more plentifully. The Gardeners' and Florists' Club held its monthly meeting Jan- uary 18. The meeting was well at- tended and the features were a lecture on "Plant Collecting in the Heart of China," by Prof. E. H. Wilson, and the installation of officers for the com- ing year. The new officers are: J. W. Duncan, president: Peter M. Miller, vice-president: W. N. Craig, secretary; E. Hatch, treasurer. Adiantum Farleyense, as grown by A. N. Pierson, of Cromwell, Conn., is amongst the most desirable plants the retailer can use. The plant itself is a thing of beauty and the fronds can be cut and used to advantage in many ways. H. A. Wheeler & Co., of Newton, are making arrangements to add a new house to their plant. This firm is one of the largest specialists in orchids in this part of the country. S. Goddard, of Framingham, is send- ing some exceptionally fine freesia to market. This stock is handled by Salesman Pegler and is sold before It reaches the market. The Waban Rose Conservatories are not giving the space to American Beauty that they have in former years and the crop is proportionately smaller. The double violets of L. Smith, of Tewksbury, are especially worthy of mention. They have been of fine qual- ity from the first of the season. The N. F. McCarthy Co. is handling an extensive line of florists' supplies and specialties and report trade as being good. Welch Bros, are handling a large quantity of fine gardenias and report sales as being most satisfactory. The pansies coming in from Ward, of Quincy, are well up to the standard of former seasons. R. BUFFALO, N. Y. — Chas. A. Brownell will start in the growing business here this year, intending to have his green- houses ready by October. Ernest Still- man, late with Levant Cole, of Battle Creek, Mich., will be associated with Mr. Brownell. WaslilDg:toii. A BUSY WEEK. We have experienced an unusually busy week, all hustling with decora- tions or funeral work. Stock is com- ing in fast, and in good shape, but it is being used up quickly, and in some instances there has been a shortage of some special colored rose or car- nation. NOTES. An unusual demand for orchids, lily of the valley and violets was created, owing to the death of Senor Joaquim Nabuco, late ambassador to the United States from Brazil. The services were held at St. Matthew's church and were attended by Presi- dent and Mrs. Taft, the diplomatic representatives of every nation, the cabinet, members of the United States supreme court, and most distinguished representatives of America's legislative, official and civilian life. The floral of- ferings were so numerous and so mas- sive that they could not be placed close b-y the catafalque nor before the altar rail as usual. One of the most con- spicuous, both for size and beauty, was the wreath sent by the Bureau of American Republics. As in all the other wreaths and emblems in the church, the orchid, which is the na- tional flower of Brazil, predominated. The tributes represented nearly every country of North and South America and many of Europe. Among the chief tributes were those of Presi- dent and Mrs. Taft. Secretary of State and Mrs. Knox, President of Brazil, Secretary of State of Brazil, Republic of Chile, Portguese legation, diplomatic corps of Washington, Re- public of Mexico, Republic of Vene- zuela, Senor Quesada, minister from Cuba to the United States, Secretary of the navy and Mrs. Meyer and Mrs. Richard Townsend. Most of these de- signs were of the Roman style, and decorated with orchids, lily of the val- ley and violets, and in each arrange- ment they were entwined with the colors of the countries represented and the American colors. It is said that the amount of flowers used and trib- utes sent almost equaled that of the late President McKinley. Geo. C. Shaffer executed the table decorations for the dinner given by Governor Magoon of Cuba at the Alibi club. The feature was a huge center- piece of poinsettias and Easter lilies. A china fern dish filled with ferns and a poinsettia was placed at each plate, to be taken home by the guests as a souvenir. Charlie Davis and H. C. Summers are breaking the record of the flower market with yellow and white mar- guerites. J. D. Blackistone has had a busy week with funeral work and decora- tions. The Gude Bros. Co., reports one of the busiest weeks of the season. The Washington Florist Co. claims business could not be better. Visitor: W. Van Court, of Pennock- Meehan Co., Philadelphia; representa- tive of Reed & Kellar, of New York. G. S. Red Bank, N. J. — The sixth annual dinner of the Monmouth County Hor- ticultural Society was held January 20 at the Sheridan hotel, and was a very enjoyable affair, being attended by 80 members and friends. KANKAKEE, ILL. — Raasch Bros, have purchased five acres of land and will build a new greenhouse, 47x200 feet, for carnation growing. Both brothers are growers of experience and will grow for the Chicago market. igio. The American Florist. 23 Bulbous Stock Single Daffodils, Golden Spur and Princeps. Tulips, Pink, White, Red and Yellow. Valley, Very Choice, $3.00 and $4.00 per 100. Ac&Cid Pubescens. Long graceful sprays of small yellow, ball shaped flowers, beautiful foliage, a very choice novelty $2.50 per bunch. THE LEO NIESSEN QO,,y^o^^t^l^S^'■'l^6^^Sc^\u..^, Philadelphia, Pa. American Beauties Lily of the Valley, Carnations and all Tea Roses, In lots of one hundred to one thousand. Phone or wire us. WELCH BROTHERS, D.vo4',P,e ». Boston, Mass. Asparagus Plumosns Nanus Extra large heavy strings, 50c each. W. H. Elliott, Brighton, Mass. VlioMe Ho¥erMM"KeU Philadelphia. Jan. 2h, Per 100 Roses. Beauty, extra 25 00ig40 00 first 10 00015 00 '• Brides and Maids 6 00010 00 •■ Tea 6 00010 00 •■ extra 12 00@2S 00 Carnations 4 00@ 6 00 Cattleyas 50 00@75 00 Lillum Harrisii 12 00@15 00 Lily of the Valley 4 00@ S 00 Misnonetie 5 0(>@ 6 00 Violets, single , 75® 1 00 double 1 l)0@ 1 50 Adiantum 75@ 1 00 Asparaeus, bunch 50 00 Smilax 15 00020 00 Boston, Jan. 26. Per 100 Roses, Beauty, best 25 OOO 50 OD medium IS 0(/@25 00 culls 50001000 " Bride. Bridesmaid 4 00® 6 00 '• Extra 6 OOO 8 00 Caroations 2 Ou® 3 00 selected 25 00 Callas 8 00® 16 00 Cattleyas -. 50 00@7S 00 Gardenias, per dozen 3 00® 4 00 Lilium Longniiorum 10 00 Lily of the Valley 2 00® 4 00 Sweet Peas 1 OOO 1 50 Adiantum 75® 1 00 Asparaeus 35 00® 50 00 Smilax 12 00 ©16 00 Pittsburg. Jan. 26. Per 100 Roses, Beauty, special 25 00O40 00 fflctra 15 000^0 00 No. 1 S00®12 00 " Bride Bridesmaid 4 00@12 00 '■ Chatenay 4 00®12 00 " Killarney 4 00@12 00 ■• My Maryland 4 00®12 00 '• Richmond 4 00®12 00 Carnations 2 00® 4 00 Bouvaidias 2 50O 3 00 Callas 12 OOglS 00 Cattleyas 75 00 Cypripediums 1500 Daisies yellow 2 00 Freesias 3 00@ 4 00 white 2 00 Gardenias 35 00O50 00 Hyacinths. Romans 2 00 Lilac, white per bunch, 1 00® I 50 Lilium LoDEiflorum 15 00 Lilyof the Valley 4 00 Mienonette 4 00 Narcissus 2 00® 3 00 SnapdraKons 4 00@ 6 00 Sweet Peas 50@ 1 00 Violets, double 75® 1 00 single 50@ 75 Adiantum 150 AspaiagusSprengeri, per bunch, 50 strings... per string. 50 sprays. ..per bunch, 50 Smilax 15 00 Maelboro, Mass. — Geo. Milne, for- merly a well-known florist of this town, died last week at Winchester. MABYSvrLLE, CALIF. — J. W. Evans, Jr., of the new floral and seed store, has leased the well-known Karr prop- erty for a term of years. The prop- erty is on F street, and Mr. Evans will use it for nursery and g'reenhouse purposes. At an early date the lessee will erect a large greenhouse. VIOLETS, VALLEY. Carnations. Quality best. Prices right. McCALLUM VERY FANCY. Get prices on quantities. All other stock in quantity. CO., Inc., Pittsburg Pittsburgh Cut Flower Co., Wholesale Florists and Growers, The House that has and sells good goods at fair prices. Salesrooms, 222 Oliver Ave. PITTSBURGH, PS. Choice Assortment of CUT FLOWERS will be found here. WRITE FOR PRICES. W. E. McKissick ^ Bros. yyHOLESALE FLORISTS. Absolutaly The Beat Poaaible Service. Bnsliiess Honrs 7 a. m. to 8 p. m. 16ig-1621 Ranstead St., PHILADELPHIA, PA. EVERYTHING A FLORIST USES. The Denver Wholesale Florist Co. 1433-35 California St. J.B.Murdoch&Co. 714 Penn Avenue PITTSBURG, PA. All Flowers In Season. Send for list. RICE BROTHERS Wholesale Floristi and Supplies. 115 N. 6th St., MINNEAPOLIS, MINN. Cut Flowers received twice daily. Can fill your orders to your satisfaction. Also headquartersfor Wild Smilax, Boxwood, Galax Leaves, Hardy Fancy Ferns. Prices quoted on large quantities. Weiland & Olinger, 128 K. niTd St.. CINCINNATI. OHIO. holcsalc Growers and Shippers ol Cut Plowcrs. Ciruilon G«orsi> $12i>0 per 100 $100.00 per 100 Greenlionies. NIW CASIUt IND. w vfL.niitkJk.i>.iih.'n-ip'»i''ir«"iri»-ii"irir'i''ir«"i'"irii"ir(»'ii"i''ii'i|"ir«'ir\ THE MUNK FLORAL GO. Wholesale Growers of CUT FLOWERS Columbus, Ohio Pittsburg Florists' Exchange Wholesale Cut flowers Wo have anything in tlie line of Cut Flowers and Greens that vou may need at any time. A. C. S. Convent ion visitors are cordially invited to make tlieir fieadquarters at our store. 1 5 Diamond Square, PITTSBURG, PA. 24 The American Florist. Jan. 2g WALTER F.SHERIDAN 39 West 28th St., NEW YORK. TELEPHONE 3532-3533 MADISON SQUARE. Can fill your orders for fine Carnations^ the best quality, and leading varieties of Roses* Our daily shipments embrace Special Quality of VioletS) Bulbous Stock and a general assortment of other Cut Flowers. New York. TRADE FAIR. A great January thaw, which con- tinued throughout the past week, has practically obliterated the evidences of the great snowstorm. The cut-flower business of the past week has been moderate, not as good as we should have reason to expect at this season. It is a fact that, at the present time, the great majority of the people of this city are nnore concerned about the price of food than the price of flowers. Arrivals of cut flowers were not heavy during the past week, but there was more than enough to supply all de- mands. Very special American Beauty roses held up to 75 cents each, but many of inferior grade sold for from 40 to 60 cents. There has been a great quantity of inferior stock of all varie- ties of flowers on the market and prices have ruled according to quality. Good tea roses are usually good sellers, but many have been selling for less than they should bring at this season. There are splendid exhibits of cattleyas in the wholesale stores, but many of them are being practically sacrificed. Lilies, which a few weeks ago were up to 15 cents per flower, are now hard to move at 10 cents. There is some im- provement in the quality of yellow narcissi and tulips, but not as much as we should have reason to expect at this season. Good stock of these varie- ties bring good prices, but is scarce. Carnations are holding their own. Vio- lets are pounding along in the usual way, with thousands of them in the hands of the street vendors. January 24. — While business is not •heavy, there is a fair demand, with plenty of stock to fill it. The weather continues moderate and favorable for business. A better quality of tulips and yellow narcissus is now arriving. Both lilies and lily of the valley are rather slow. NOTES. The finest house decoration that has been seen in this city this season was executed by Alexander McConnell on January 18, for a house-warming given by George Gould and wife at their new residence, 857 Fifth avenue. It con- sisted largely of cattleyas, oncidiums and American Beauty roses. Three thousand orchids and 1,500 American Beauties were used in the decoration. A commendable innovation was the placing of the flowers on elevated tables so as not to obstruct the view of the guests. There was an elaborate background in Alabama smilax and Cyathea medullaris. The whole was arranged in such a manner as to pro- duce a fine tropical effect. Much credit is due Andrew Scott, decorator for this store, for his successful work. A meeting of the executive commit- tee of the American Rose Society was held in this city last week. The com- mittee of the New York Florists' Club, of which Walter F. Sheridan is presi- dent, appointed to make suitable ar- rangements for the approaching con- vention and exhibition, also held a meeting. While we are not authorized to give particulars, it may be definitely stated that all who attend the conven- tion and show will thoroughly enjoy themselves and go home convinced that "little old New York" can rise up to the emergency and cave in the emergency's head. The next regular monthly meeting of the Florists' Club will be held in the Grand Opera house building on the evening of February 14, and the special feature will be "Carnations." Ladies are Invited, and also those in the trade not members of the club, but who are interested in the carna- tion. Valuable prizes have been do- nated by Vaughan's Seed Store, Reed & Keller and the Stumpp & Walter Co. On January 24 H. D. Darlington filled an order from Pennsylvania for a lot of his celebrated erica, to be used as a decoration for a banquet given by Scotchmen. Eugene Dailledouze, 'of Flatbush, Chas. Weber, of Lynbrook, and Wm. Enggren, of Aqueduct, have gone to the carnation convention at Pittsburg. Maurice Rosenblum, 909 Second avenue, was married January 22 to Miss Mary Green, daughter of Daniel Green, of Paterson, N. J. J. K. Allen says that January 22 was the busiest day he has had for many years and that he was completely sold out. The fine orchids handled by Traendly & Schenck continue to be features of the wholesale district. Clinton, Ind. — J. H. Ricketts has again leased the Sunnyside Floral Co. of Herman Raabe and has possession. Mr. Ricketts has been running a store at Numa. Mr. Raabe will for the present be in a store in Terre Haute. Buffalo. EOSES SCARCE. The weather has been very cold and inclined to snow. Trade is very good and stock scarce, this being especially noticeable with roses. Violets, lily of the valley, sweet peas and carnations are equal to demands. McKlnley day. which falls on Saturday this year, should create a demand for his fa- vorite flower. Weddings have been numerous, but decorations not very large. Receptions have taken a rest and several large banquets gave lead- ing retailers some nice table work. KOTES. Novelties noted at a recent funeral of one of our prominent people were a bunch of white roses and, for a back- ground, a large piece of pink Porto Rican matting, extending about six 'inches outside of the ferns and roses. S. A. Anderson had a fine window last week, spring flowers of all kinds including pussy willow and yellow daisies being shown. All in all it was a stunner. R. A. Scott is confined to his home with an injured knee; we trust he will soon be around. Bison. Our First Botanical Garden. The first botanical garden in Ameri- ca was established near Philadelphia about 1730 by John Bartram, a Quaker, who was also the first native American botanist. It was a small affair (the entire property comprised only five acres) and a part of the limited space was occupied by the hbuse, built by his own hands; but the garden was a remarkable project, indeed, for those days, and is known to have contained many choice specimens. William Bartram, son of John, is perhaps better known as a botanist because of the fact that his account of his extended travels in the south- ern Atlantic states was published and contains many important observations upon the plants of the regions ex- plored by him. He maintained the garden established by his father and after his death the property remained in the hands of owners who were deeply concerned in its preservation for many years. During a short period of neglect serious damage was done to the old igio. The American Florist. 25 1SS7 TeIei>bone 167 Madison Sqoare. J. K. ALLEN, Wholesale rommission Florist, Established 1887. NEW YORK CITY. 106 West 28th Street, Open the year around to receive shipments of Cut Flowers. Oi»n Every Morning at 6 a. m. Prompt Returns To Shippers Traendly £ Scbenck, WHOLESALE FLORISTS, 44 WKST 28tll STRXET. NI^W "VfWiW Fbones. 798 and 799. l"m.vy 1 V^X^IV. CHAEES MILLANG ^^^' On the ground floor of New York Cut Flower Co. and Cut Flower Exchange, 26th Street and 6th Avenue and ludm/ -^/^^w^mr 444 6th Avenue, FN El VV T if K IV Open from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. The "Hnb" of the Wholesale District, Young & Nugenf, Telephone 2065-2066 Madison Sqnare. 42 West 28th Street, IkJ^mmr ^/^^..l. To out-of-town flornts 1^ f? 1^ ■ m*K We are in the Heart Of *^^ ** ■!#■■% And give special attention to steamer and Theater orders. Prompt deliveries and best stock in the market. Alexander J. Gullman, THE WHOLESALE FLORIST OF NEW YORK 34 WEST 28th STREET rHON«. I«fi4-l«r>5 MADI.SO!! SOCAKI eno|;gh said Moore, Hentz & Nash, WHOLESALE COMMISSION FLORISTS 66 and 67 Wes« Zeth 8tre«<, NEW YOIIK. T«lephon« No. 756 MaaltoB Sqnare. Mention the American Florist xohen writing iiiimi Give us a Trial, we can ) Please you. \i R( }ses, Carnations and a Seasonable Flowers li ^M. F. KASTING GO Florists' Supplies and Wire 11 kinds Of I Stock. Wholesale Commission ' Florists. r. TT. Designs. Mention the American Florist when writing B. S. Slinn, Jr. WHOLESALE FLORIST 55 and 57 W. 26tli St., NEW YORK Telephones: 4620 4621 3864 Madison S«[. "i/irfel FTGk CARNATIONS V I VLL. 1 9 AND ROSIS ShippinE Orders Receive Prompt Attention. garden, but within the last 20 years it has become the property of the city of Philadelphia, and is now a city park. According to the Journal of the New York Botanical Garden, its collection of trees and shrubs has al- ways been notable, and the old house is still in an excellent state of preser- vation. New York. Jan. 25. Roses. Beauty, special 60 C0a75 00 fancy 4U 00'75() UO Bridf. Bridfsmaid. special. 10 0UM2 03 extra and fancy S n( (7 10 00 No 1 and No 2 4 OOrt 8 f Killarney. special 15 a 20 OJ extra and fancy. 8 OOa 10 00 My Maryland, special 15 I Oa 20 10 Richmond ^ OOd ZO 00 Carnations 2 50(7 5 00 Callas yerdoz., 100(7 150 t;attleyas 40_00f7 (>0 00 Gardenias Per doz.. 2 00a 4i0 Hyacinths 1 (Xi<7 I 50 Liliuni LonfiiHonim 10 00a 12 00 I.ily of the Valley 1 OOi/ 4 00 MiBnonette per doz.. SOa- 1 UO Narcissus Paper VI hite 75(7' 1 00 Trumpet Major 3 OOo' 6 00 Sweet Peas. per doz. bunches, 50(7' 1 50 Tulips 2 00(7' b 00 Violets 25«' 60 Buffalo. Jan. 26. Roses, Beauty, special 5 00 fancy 4 OD extra 3 00 Bride, Maid. Killarney 4 00@15 00 Carnations 2 000 4 00 Daisies 1 00(7 1 .SO Hyacinths. Romans 3 00(/ 4 00 Lilium Longiflorum 12 00@15 00 Lily of the Valley 4 00® 5 Mignonette 3 C0@ 5 00 Narcissus 2 00@ 3 00 Stevia 1 00@ 1 25 Violets, double 75ia 1 00 Adiantum 75@ 1 50 Asparagus bunch. 25 00 50 00 Asp. Flumosusstrines.... each 40@ 50 Ferns - per 1000 2 TO Galax. Green or Bronze per 1000 I 50 Smilax strinsrs 15 00 August Millang WHOLESALE FLORIST 41 W. 28th St., NEW YORK N.Y. Gut Flower Exchange Coogan Bldg, , 6th Ave.&W. 26th St„ New York. Open for Cut Flower Sales at 6 o'clock Every Morning. Desirable Wall Space to Rent for Advertising. V. S. DORVAL. Secretary. PONTIAC, III. — W. J. Miller & Son have completed their new range of glass and heated it with a Kroeschell hot water generator. They are now ready for the young stock. HORACE E. FROMENT WHOLESALE COMMISSION American Beauty Roses a specialty. Roses, Violets, Carnations, Valley, Lilies, Etc. 57 West 28tli St., NEW YORK CITY Telephones: 220Oand220I Madison Square. Mention the American Florist when writing Walter P. Sheridan WHOLESALE FLORIST , Telephones: 3532 and 3533 Madison Sq. 39 West 28th St., NEW YOFKi Mention the American Florist when writing FLOWERS SHIPPED BY JOHN I. RAYNOR Are the best product of the best growers for the New York market. Adiantam Croweanum sold here exclusivoly. 49 West 28th St., NEW YORK Telephone 1998 Madison Square. KESSLERBROS. 50 W. 28th St., NEW YORK. CUT FLOWERS Wholesale Plantsmen and florists. Phone 2336 Madison Shipments Everywhere. Prompt and satisfactory. Consignments solicited. Mention the American Florist when writing FORD BROS., Receiveri and Shlpperi of Fresh Flowers 48 West 28ih St., NEW YORK. Telephone 3870 - 3S71 Madison Sqnar*. ALFRED H. UNGJAHR WHOLESALE FLORIST. 55 W. 28tli Street, NEW YORK. All flowers in season. ConslgDmints o< £rst class stock solicited. Telephones 4626 and 4627 Madison Sqnare 26 The American Florist. Jan. 2g, Greens! Greens! Greens! Boxwood, oer case. 50 lbs.. $7.50; 100 lbs.. $14.00 Leacotboe Sprays, per 100. SOc; per 1000, $4.00. Galax, green and bronze, per 1000. 75c: per case 10 000. $.600. Wild Smllax, per 5Dlb. case. $5.00; 2 case lots, $'(.00; 4 case lots, $16. Smllax, per dozpn strings $1 51. Fancy Eastern Ferns, per lOOO. $I.SD; per 5000. 3^ 25 Green Sheet Moss, per bundle. $1.00. Spha^nm Moss, pir bundle. $1.0u. William Murphy, Wholesale Commission Florist. •"mIso!" 311 Main St., Cincinnati, 0. Qeorge Cotsonas & Co. Wholesale and Retail Dealers In all kinds of Evergreen Fancy and Dagger Ferns. Bronze and Green Galax. Phone 1202 Mad. Sq. MainStore, 50 W. 28th St., NEW^ YORK. New Crop Ferns FANCY and DAGGER ready May 1st. Special price for large orders Price $1.25 per 1000. CALDWELL THE WOODSMAN CO., Evergreen, Alabama Bronze Galax New crop now ready. Medium size. 2^ to 3-in.. at 1^3.00 per case. Large size, 3^ to AVi in . at $3.50 per case. lO.COu to the case. "Low prices. low rates and first-class leaves," rnv motto. Send me at least a sample order. Cash with order. C. H. WRIGHT. Saddle,N.C. GALAX LEAVES and Leucothoe Sprays. Preparing Galax Leaves for Cold Storage. Send me your order and Save Money. J. G. LOVEN, Montezuma, N. C. GALAX, FERNS, LEUCOTBOE. We are in new field and can furnish the above Evergreeens in better glades than any dealer in the south, at the following piices: Oalax, green cr bronze $0 50 per 1000 Ferns, dagger or fancy 1 0) per 1001 Leucothoe, green. 2 ft. and up 2 50 per 1000 14io. average ... 150 per lOOO bronze. Kood lengths ... 4 00 per 1000 Discount on large orders; qualiti- strictlv guar- anteed. The Tuckasei^ee Evergreen Co., Sylva, N. C. Flower Names. It is interesting lo know liow certain flowers get their i-ames. Many were named after individuals. For instance: fuchsias were called so because they were discovered by Leonard Fuchs. Dahlias were named after Andre Dahl. who brought them from Peru. The camellia wa? so called for a mission- ary named" Kam'el, who brought some magnyicent specimens of the flower to Fraitta^from Japan. He called it the rose of Japan, but his friends changed it to camellia. Magnolias were named in honor of Prof. Magnol de Montpe- lier, -^viHo first brought the beautiful ■ tree to France from America and Asia, says the Washington Times. Trembling in the wind is the meaning of anemones. The Latin ward to wash is lavare, and lavender received its name because the Romans put the flowers into water when they wished to perfume their hands. FANCY. Henry M. Robinson & Co. Wholesale Commission Florists. LUl rlOWclS greens and Florists' SuppUes. Dagger and Fancy Ferns $l.50perl000 Bronze and Green Galax $1.00 per lOOO; 8,51 per 10 000 Leucothoe Sprays $1.00 per lOO; $7.50 per lOOO Southern ^V^id Smilax, Branch Laurel, Laurel Festooning Green and Sphagnum Moss, Boxwood Sprays, DAGGER. A large sto;k constantly on hand. Can fill orders at a moment's notice, Telephone or telegraph. Telephones: 2617-2618 Main; Fort Hill 25290. 15 Province Street and 9 Chapman Place, BOSTON. MASS. FANCY FERNS, $1.75 per 1000 New Crop Oalax. Bronze or Green $1.25 per 1000: 1».000. $7.50 Spbadnum Moss, large bales $1.25; 6 bales. $7.00. Extra fine Leucothoe Sprays, Green and Bronze $1.00 per 100: $7.50 per 1000 Boxwood per bunch. 3Sc; 50-pound case, $8.50 Florists in the Middle and Western States can save money by placing their orders with us, A trial order solicited. ^mmr MICHIGAN CUT TLOWER EXCHANGE, Inc. U W^holesale Commission Florists and Florists* Supplies, 38-40 Broadway, All phone connections. DETROIT, MICH nOLTON&HLNKELCO. Wholesalers of Fresh Flowers 462 Milwaukee St., MILWAUKEE, WIS. VlioMe HowerMiJfKel^ St. Louis. Jan. 2h. Roses, Beauty, long stems 2.^ 00@.'?5 00 medium stems.. ..l.s 00©20 01 short stems ft OOiglO 00 Bride. Bridesmaid , 4 00@ 8 00 Chatenay 4 00® S 00 Killarney 4 00® 8 00 My Maryland 4 00@ 6 00 Richmond 4 0)0 S 00 Carnations 1 Of® 2 00 fancy 2 50@ 3 01 Callas 12 50015 00 Easter Lilies ,12 50015 00 Hyacinths. Roman 1 .S0@ 2 00 Jonquils ; .3 00(3 4 00 Narcissus 2 00(7 2 50. Sweet Peas 25@ 75 AdiaDtum 1 50 Asparagus Sprengeri 2 00@ 3 00 cut sprays 1000 2 00 Ferns, fancy per 1000, 1 75 Smilax 12 50015 00 Cincinnati. Jan, 26. Roses. Beauty 2 00@ 6 00 Bjide. Bridesmaid 3 On@ 8 00 Golden Gate 3 00@ 8 00 Killarney 4 00010 00 Richmond 4 00@lii 00 Carnations 3 0C@ 4 00 Callas 12 .50 Hyacinths. Roman 3 00 IJlium Longillorum 15 00 Lily of the Valley 4 00 Narcissus. Paper White 3 00 Violets, single and double 1 00@ 1 50 Adiantum 1000 150 .Asparagus Sprengeri. per bch. 25 Ferns, Eastern per lliOO. 1 SO Galax. Bronze per 1000. 1 25 Smilax 12 50020 00 Milwaukee, Jan 2ft Ros«s. Beauty 1 50© 5 00 ■• Bride Bridesmaid 4 00012 00 " Killarney 4 00012 00 " Liberty, Chatenay 2 000 8 00 ■• Perle 4 00010 00 " Richmond 4 on©io 00 Carnations -. 1 50® 4 00 Lilium Gjganteum 15 00 Longiflorum 15 00 Lily of the Valley 3 008 4 00 Narcissus. Paper While 3 00 Trumpet Major 3 0"@ 4 00 Sweet Peas 7.5© 1 00 Violets 750 1 00 Adiantum ISO Asparagus per string. 50 " Plumosus. per bunch. 35 " Sprengeri, " ' 35 Ferns. Fancy per 1000 2 00 C. A. KUEHN, Wholesale Florist, 1122 Pine st^ ST. LOUIS, MO. A Complete Line of Wire Designs. Mention the American Florist when tvriting WlVfl. C. SMITH Wholesale Floral Co. WHOLESALE FLORISTS Both L. D. Phones. ST. LOUIS, MO. Supplies and Everything in Season always on band Mention ilie American Florist when writini; H. G.BERNING, Wholesale Florist, 1402 Pine St.. ST. LOUIS. MO. Mention the American Florist when -writing Perpetuated and Natural Slieet Southern Wild Smilax; E. A. BEAVEK, Evenreen, Ala. Fkeeport, III. — All the glass in one of the greenhouses belonging to John Bauscher, Jr., was liroken down Jan- uary 15 on account of the great load of snow it supported. The snow forced the glass in for a distance of 310 feet, entailing a loss of from |300 to $400. Mr. Bauscher states that the cause of the accident was his inability to get coal to keep the houses warm enough to melt the snow. igio. The American Florist. 27 DESIGNS OR CUT FLOWERS will be delivered for the trade in other cities by the firms below, the Leading Retailers in the cities Indicated, on Wire, Phone or Mail Orders. Alexander NcConnell, 571 Fifth Ave., Windsor Arcade. NEW YORK CITY. TELEGRAPH Orcers forwarded to any part of the United States, Canada and all principal cities in Europe. Orders transferred or entrusted by the trade to our selection for delivery on steamship* or elsewhere receive special attention. Telephone Calls: 4S7 and 488 38tli SI. Cable address: Alexconnell, Western Union Code. Cleveland, O. The Cleveland Cut Flower Co. Will fill your orders for designs and cut flovers in NORTHERN OHIO. Dayton, O. Matthews, FLORIST 16 W. 3rd Street. Flowers in any arrangement for all occasions, for Dayton and vicinity. Long dis. Phones St. Paul, Minn. HOLM & OLSON, ST. PAUL. THE LEADING FLORISTS OF THE NORTHWISI Orders will be well cared for anywhere in MINNESOTA AND THE DAKOTAS. Los Angeles, Calif. J. W. "' " ' • FLORIST. ^"A^Mt^f" 2 18 W. 4th St St. Paul, Minn. L L. MAY & CO. Order your flowers for delivery In this section from the Leading florists of the Northwest San Francisco, Calil. J. B. BOLAND Successor to Sievers and Bolaodr FLORIST 60 KEARNEY STREET. Atlanta, Ga. Atlanta Floral Co. 4 1 Peachtree Street. Pittsburg, Pa. H. L. BLIND S BROS., Two Stores; Liberty Av.& 5th St.. 5424 Center Av. Greenhouses: West View. New York. Established 1 874. DARDS N. E. Corner 44th St. and Madison Ave. Has his own correspondents in all the large cities of Europe and the British Colonies. Cable orders forwarded by private code. Telegraph and Cable Ad- dress, DAKDSFLOR. San Francisco. SCAKCITY OF STOCK. Business continued good after the holiday rush, up to a few days' ago, when things quieted down considerably. All kinds of flowers have been selling at Christmas prices, owing to a great scarcity, due to the extremely cold weather, the thermometer registering several nights as low as 22° above zero. As many of the growers are not prepared for such cold, most of the soft wooded plants, even under glass, when without artificial heat were frozen, especially such as ciner- arias, heliotrope, asparagus, etc. All the late chrysanthemums grown in the open by the Chinese, turned black from the frost; this causes a great scarcity of cheap flowers for funeral work. Should the weather continue cold all kinds of stock will continue scarce for some time to come. For- mosum lilies are making their ap- pearance in the retailers' windows; they are of good quality and sell well. NOTES. H. Plath, president of the California State Floral Society was recently pre- sented with a very handsome diamond stick pin, by the members. The so- ciety proposes to distribute at its future meetings, plants, seeds and bulbs free of charge amongst the school children of th^ city, also offer- ing prizes to encourage and foster the love of flowers amongst the children. Any one wishing to help this society along in its good work is requested to send contributions to the secretary, Mrs. H. P. Tricon, 852 Grove street. This society is the oldest of its kind on the Pacific coast composed mostly of amateurs. Before the advent of the Pacific Coast Horticultural So- ciety it was the only one holding an- nual exhibitions of flowers in this city some of which were carried out on a large scale and were very successful. At the annual meeting of the Pacific Coast Horticultural Society the following officers were elected: "V. Matraia, president; John R. Atkinson, vice-president; T. F. Taylor, corres- ponding secretary; F. Grimshaw, finan- cial secretary; D. McLaren, treasurer. Eight candidates were elected to mem- bership. The society will, hold its annual banquet at the new Palace hotel and it promises to be a very enjoyable affair. F. Pelicano, V. Matraia, J. R. Atkinson, D. McLaren and D. MacRorie are on the commit- tee of arrangements. Landscape gardeners are reporting business as very good. F. Taylor has refused several large contracts lately, not being able to get enough compe- tent help. P. Detroit, Mich. John Breitmeyer's Sons Corner Miami and Gratiot Avenues. Artistic Designs. High Grade Cut Blooms. We cover all Michigan points and good sections of Ohio, Indiana and Canada. Kansas City, Mo. 6eo. M. Kellogg Flower and Plant Co., 906 GRAND AVE. KANSAS CITY and PLEASANT HILL, MO Will fill all orders for Cut Flowers, Funera* Designs, Wedding and Birthday Gifts that maiuent offense not exceeding five hundred dollars. 7 Sec. 2. That the Secretary of Agriculture shall make 5 uniform rules and regulations for carrying out the provisions 9 of this Act, and may from time to time establisit standards 10 for difTerent kinds of seed and bulbs and for different grades 11 of the same kind or variety of seed or bulbs. 12 Sec. 3. That the term "seed," as used in this Act, 13 shall include \'egetable, flower, cereal, grass, clover, forage 14 plant, and other agricultural and liorticultural seeds intended 15 for seeding purposes. 16 Sec. 4. That for the purposes of this Act seeds and 17 bulbs shall be deemed to be adulterated: 18 -First. If seed purporting to be extra orchard-grass seed 19 contain more than two per centum of seed of rye grass or 20 meadow fescue: if seed purporting to be extra Kentucky 21 bluegrass seed contain more than two per centum of seed of 22 Canada bluegrass: if seed purporting to be extra red-clover 23 seed contain more than two per centum of seed of yellow 24 trefoil: if seed purporting to be extra alfalfa seed contain 25 more than two per centum of seed of yellOw trefoil, burr PAGE 3. 1 closer, and sweet clover, singly or combined: or if any seed 2 or bulbs purporting to be of one kind or variety in connection 3 with the word "extra" contain more than tw'o per centum 4 of another kind or variety, provided that no seeds or bulbs 5 shall be deemed adulterated, within the meaning of this 6 paragraph, wheti accompanied by a statement or label in 7 the form and manner prescribed by the rules and regula- 8 tions in this Act provided for giving the name and amount 9 or proportion of each of the kinds or varieties of seeds or 10 bulbs contained therein. 11 Second. If seed or red clover, alsike clover, alfalfa, or 12 Egyptian clover, contain seed of dodder: or. if any seed con- 13 tain weed seed rendering it unfit for seeding purposes: Pro- 14 vided, That the provisions of this paragraph shall extend only 15 to seed intended or offered for export to or imported from a 16 foreign country. 17 Third. If any seed or bulbs contain, respectively, dead IS seed or dead bulbs, or any other matter in sufficient quantities 19 to materially reduce the value for seeding or planting pur- 20 poses; Provided, That this paragraph shall extend only to 21 seed or bulbs intended or offered for export to or imported 22 from a foreign country. 23 Fourth. If there shall be added to seed any weed seed 24 or dead seed, or any other matter materially reducing its 25 value for seeding purposes: Provided, That it shall not be PAGE 4, 1 construed as a violation of this paragraph to mix different 2 lots of seed of the same kind or variety which are .not them- 3 selves, adulterated under the provisions of this Act. 4 Sec. 5. That for the purposes of this Act, seed and 5 Bulbs shall be deemed to be misbranded: .6 First. When one kind or distinguishable named variety 7 of seed pr bulbs shall be offered for sale under the name of S another kind or distinguishable variety of seed or bulbs. 9 Second. If in package form and the quantity of the 10 contents is stated, they are not plainly and correctly stated in 11 terms of weight, measure, or count. 12 Third. It the seed or bulbs be falsely labeled or 13 branded as to the State, Territory, locality, or country in 14 which raised or produced. 15 Fourth. If the package containing it or its label shall 16 bear any statement, design, or device, concerning the seed or 17 bulbs contained therein, which statement, design, or device IS shall be false or naisleading in any material particular, or, it 19 the contents of the package as originally put up shall have 20 been removed in whole or in part and other contents shall 21 have been placed in such package. 22 Sec. 6. That whenever the Secretary ot Agriculture 23 shall have made public, in accordance with the provisions "4 of this Act. any standards of seeds and bulbs, which he may '5 have fixed and determined, it shall be lawful for seeds and House of Representatives, and regarding which the seed Bill should be addressed to Secretary C. E. Kendel, page 5. bulbs complying in all respects with the standards so fixed and determined by the Secretary of Agriculture to bear upon the label, together with the name of the article the inscription "United States Standard:" and any person who shall use such inscription or words of similar import in any way as descriptive of any seed or bulb, subject to the pro- visions of this Act, which does not in all respects comply with the standards so fixed and determined, shall be guilty of a misdemeanor, and for eacir offense be fined not exceeding one thousand dollars. Sec. 7. That no dealer shall be prosecuted under the provisions of this Act when he can establish a guaranty, signed by the wholesaler, jobber, producer, or other party residing in the United States from whom he purchases such articles, to the effect that the same are not adulterated or misbranded within the meaning of this Act, designating it. Said guaranty to afford such protection shall contain the name and address of the party or parties making the sale of such articles to such dealer, and in such case said party or parties shall be amenable to the prosecutions, fines, and other penalties which would otherwise attach, in due course, to the dealer under the provisions of this Act; but it shall not be lawful to place on any package or container of seed or bulbs any label showing that the same are guaranteed under this Act unless such label further shows that the PAGE 6. guaranty is by the purchaser or wliolesale or other dealer, nor unless such label further complies with the rules and regulations to be made by the Secretary of Agriculture, as herein provided for. Sec. S. That if any seed or bulbs that is adulterated or misbranded within the meaning of this Act and is being transported from one State, Territory, or district to another for sale, or, having been transported, remains unloaded, un- sold, or in original unbroken packages, or if the same be sold or offered for sale in any Territory or district, or is im- ported from a foreign country for sale, or is intended for export to a foreign country, shall be liable to be proceeded against in any district court of the United States within the district where the same is found, and seized for con- fiscation by a process of libel for condemnation. And if any such seed or bulbs is condemned as being adulterated or mis- branded, within the meaning of this Act, the same shall be disposed ot by destruction or sale, as the court may direct, and the proceeds thereof, if sold, less the legal costs and charges, shall be paid into the Treasury of the United States, but such seed or bulbs shall not be sold in any jurisdiction con- trary to the provisions of this Act or the laws of that jurisdic- tion; Provided, however. That upon the payment of the cost ot such libel proceedings and the execution and de- livery of a good and sufficient bond to the effect that such PAGE 7. seed or bulbs shall not be sold or otherwise disposed of contrary to the provisions of this Act, or the laws of any State, Territory, or district, the court may by order direct that such seed or bulbs be delivered to the owner thereof. The proceedings ot such libel cases shall conform, as nearly as may be, to the proceedings in admiralty, except that either party may demand trial by jury ot any issue of fact joined in any "such case, and all such proceedings shall be at the suit ot and in the name ot the United States. Sec. 9. That the Secretary of the Treasury shall deliver to the Secretary of Agriculture, upon his request, from time to time samples of seed and bulbs being imported into the United States or offered for import, giving notice thereof to the owner or consignee, who may appear before the Secre- tary ot Agriculture and have the right to introduce testi- mony, and if it appear from the examination of such samples that any seed or bulbs offered to be imported into the United States is or are adulterated or misbranded within the meaning ot this Act, or is or are otherwise falsely labeled in any respect, or is or are of a quality forbidden entry into or forbid- den to be sold or restricted in sale in the country from which exported, or is or are intended for adulteration purposes, the said seed or bulbs shall be refused admission under such regulations as the Secretary of the Treasury may prescribe: Provided, That the Secretary of the Treasury may deliver P.IGE S. to the consignee such seed or bulbs, pending examination and decision in the matter, on execution of a penal bond for double the amount of the full invoice value of such seed or bulbs, together with the duty thereon, and on refusal to re- turn such seed or bulbs for any cause to the custody ot the [Section 9, evidently incomplete.] Sec. 10. That the term "Territory" as used in this Act shall include the insular possessions of the United States. The word "person" as used in this Act shall be construed to import both the plural and the singular, as the case demands, and shall include corporations, companies, societies, and asso- ciations When construing and enforcing the provisions of this Act the act, omission, or failure of any officer, agent, or other person acting for or employed by any corporation, company society, or association within the scope of his employment or office, shall in every ca.se be also deemed to be the act, omission, or failure of such corporation.company, society or association as well as that of the person. Sec. 11. That this Act shall be known, described, and designated as the Pure Seed Act. j , ■ , „ Sec 1'' That this Act shall take effect and be m force upon the expiration of six months after its passage. 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 IS 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 S 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 10. 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 IS 19 20 21 32 The America n Florist. Jan. 2g, Fancy Leaved Caladiums An unexcelled collection of more than J 50 varieties, including many of the newest Brazilian sorts, which arc now offered for the first time. SPECIAL SELECTIONS. Per doz. • Per 100 Choice Standard Varieties $1.50 $10.00 New or Rare Varieties 2.00 15.00 Selected New and Rare Varieties 3.50 25.00 For the most complete list of Seasonable Bulbs, such as Tuberous Rooted Begonias, Gloxinias, Etc. See our current wholesale list. The above prices are intended for the trade only. Henry A. Dreer,7i4 chestnut st Philadelphia.Pa. stand, that the yield of hay was large, but that he deserted his crop and re- fused to harvest the same. It went on and produced a large crop of seed, variously estimated to be from four to seven bushels per acre, on his 50-acre field, but plaintiff let the seed go to waste and brought suit to recover damage claimed to be $1,500, though, before suit was finished, he voluntarily reduced the said claim to $850. Defendant claims that, although they are at all times ready to replace seed when it does not prove satisfac- tory from any fault of the seed, still, in order to protect themselves against such suits, they publish in several places in their catalogue a so-called disclaimer, refusing to warrant seeds; that this disclaimer is also printed on large placards posted in various prom- inent places in their building: that the disclaimer is also printed on the re- ceipt given to the farmer for the money paid for this seed. They also claim that this is a general custom in use by all seed dealers in the United States and Europe, which they con- firmed by having on exhibition, not only their own catalogue but the cata- logues of more than 100 American seed dealers and about 40 foreign seed dealers, all of which contained the disclaimer. After four days' trial, which was contested on every point, Judge Mc- Henry finally ruled in favor of de- fendant on every standpoint, holding that there was no warranty, either ex- press or implied, and that is was a uni- versal custom of the seed trade and had been for many years past, to sell seeds without warranty and that this custom and usage had become estab- lished as a law, of which the customer or purchaser of seeds is bound to take notice. Haarlem Jubilee Flower Show Dates. Permanent show in the open- March 23 to May 29. First special show — March 23-31. Second special show — April 15-24. Third special show — May 4-12. Fourth special show — May 20-22. NOTICE We hear that one of our employes who was with us a short time at Chicago has assumed to give advance orders for our goods and without authority. All inter- ested persons are notified that such orders are fraudulent, and no valid orders of importance from our house for immediate or future delivery exist unless initialed or signed by an officer of the company . VAUGHAN'S SEED STORE. Chicago, Jan. 27, 10. Sand Binding: Grasses. Tying down the sand of the sea shore' by means of binding grasses has been made the subject of a report in Great Britain, where troubles from sand blowing inland are frequent. The marrom grass (Psamma arenaria) is one of the grasses recommended for binding the loose, shifting sand. That the damage done is serious may be taken from old records. In the course of a few years more than 10 square miles of fertile land on the west coast of Scotland was completely inundated by blown sand, and this, it is thought, was caused by the thoughtless pulling up of the marrom grass. It owes its fixing properties to its ability to grow on poor, sandy soil, of resisting drought and of refusing to be buried, no matter how high the sand may be piled over it. It also grows from many nodes like the couch or twitch so that each bit of root severed from the parent stock forms a cutting which soon roots. In New Zealand other plants are grown like the sea lyme grass (Elymus arenarius), which grows like large wheat, Spinifex hir- sutus and Scirpus frondosus. But the marrom grass is best of all, holding the sand firm and, by its decay, en- riching the ground with humus and building up a fertile soil. This paves the way for the planting of conifers and other trees to make permanent reclaimed land. KSTABLISHED IN 1824. Bridgeman's Seed Warehouse RICKARDS BROS., Propt., New York Telephone 4335 GramercT. 37 last IBtll St., bet Bioadway aod 4tb Ave. CHOICE GERMAN FLOWER SEEDS Catalogue free on application. Stamp letters 5 cents: foreign post cards 2 cents. FREDERICK ROEMER, Seed Grower, Quedlinburg, Germany. Gladiolus Independence. This is without exception thti- licst lieht red Glad- iolus in the market. Fine bright luliagL-: stem always straiKht; spike porfect with good number of flowers opi_-D :it once. Flower of ^s'rent substance, shipping well, of good size, well opened, color Ijrigiit cherrv. fine by arttficia! lielit All sizes and Cormels. Write for prices. GEO, S. WOODRUFF, Independence, Iowa, Seeds By Flying Express. Now and then comes something or other from the postoffice department or somewhere else calculated to induce a comforting thought that possibly our great mail-carrying system here in the United States is not such a mighty money-eater and tax-compeller as it is sometimes represented to be. Auditor Chance of the department has, for in- stance, just made up some figures from the business of the quarter-year ended September 30, 1909 — the first quarter of the current fiscal year — from which it appears that for that period there was not only a large and very encouraging increase in the vol- ume of the general postal and the money-order business over that of the corresponding quarter in 1908 but also an actual decrease of more than one- third' in the postal deficiency as re- ported for that previous quarter. Now let all the treasury "watch-dogs" and all the pessimists over government conduct of the letter-carrying business sit up and take notice for a minute. Here are the figures: The postal revenues for the last September 30 quarter were $50,931,927, igio. The American Florist. 33 S. D. WOODRUFF & SONS, SEED GROWERS Dealers in Garden, Field and Flower Seeds. Specialties: Beet, Carrot, Corn, Peas, Beans, Onion Sets and Seed Potatoes. Catalogue free. Contracts taken, 82-84 Dey street. Orange, Conn. NEW YORK. GET QUOTATIONS FROM L3NDRETH SEEDS which SUCCEED Bj,jn,sdaie Brlstol, Pa. c AULIFLOWER ®e A B B A G E LILY OF THE VALLEY PIPS HJALMAR HARTMANN & CO. Logangstraede 20. COPENHAGEN, DENMARK an increase of $4,729,821, or 10.23 per cent. The audited expenditures amounted to 157,107,533, an increase of $1,221,839, or only 2.18 per cent. The daily cost of the service averaged a lit- tle more than $620,000, with revenues of about $553,000, The postal deficien- cy showed a decrease from $9,637,818 to $6,183,597. Thus, while the reve- nues increased 10.23 per cent, the ex- penditures increased only 2.18 per cent — an indication that receipts may some day catch up with expenditures and perhaps outstrip them completely in the race; and the deficit for the quar- ter actually showed a reduction of nearly $3,500,000. A chance for a ray of hope, surely. — New York Commer- cial. Pea Packers Not Worried. The fact that local jobbers have not taken hold of future peas on the basis named by packers early in the week with any degree of freedom is not causing visiting sellers any particular uneasiness. Conditions surrounding the situation with reference to fu- tures are regarded as rather more fa- vorable than has usually been the case. In connection with the situation one of the best known of the western packers now on the market said to a reporter: "The situation may be con- sidered one of the best in- a good many years, from the point of view of stocks carried over. In most cases packers are sold out of grades under fancy and extra standards and there is no weakening in the ideas of the larger interests. The Wisconsin packers are decidedly firm in their ideas. Indi- ana packers seem to be carrying little or no stock in any grade. So far as fu- tures are concerned the prospects look good in spite of the fact that buyers in this market are not ready to take hold yet. On the basis of values fixed, which are practically the same as those made last year, we look for a good buying interest as soon as the trade is ready to enter contracts. We consider that the prices fixed are as low as can be made this year under the conditions surrounding the pro- NEW SEED Phoenix Roebeleni The Only Seed to Be Offered T. MELLSTROM, Representative. 235 Broadway, Room 1, NEW YORK. Canary Islands Onion Seed BERMUDA, Red and White. Also CRYSTAL WAX. Choicest Seed at Moderate Prices. We don't sell direct to truckers. Kuhner, Henderson & Co., caSy'^IslLds. I STOCK SEED risk's Branching in all colors. Trade packet. 40c.. oz, $4,00, Pure Wblte. tr. packet, 50c,. oz. *5.00 Also Beauty of Nice strains. H. E. FISKE SEED CO., Boston, Mass. MenUon theAmerican Florist when writing Crego Aster Seed. The Crego Pink Aster is the largest and finest variety grown. We can furnish seed of our own growing saved from the very best flowers only. all inferior plants being discarded This seed was saved from the finest lot of asters we eve saw Price y-oz. 60c: ounce S2. 00. Ask for catalogue of our seeds. JOSEPH HARRIS CO., rJol'L. Coldwater, N. Y FOR- SEEDS OP ALL KINDS APPLY TO W. W. JOHNSON & SON, Limited, Boston. Ensland. duction of the article. The cost this year will be higher than last season for the reason that growers are less disposed to make contracts for acre- age. Other farm products pay them better than peas and there is less risk to be run." — New York Commercial. Imports. During the week ending January 22 imports were received at New York as follows: H. F. Darrow, 71 cases, nine pkgs, plants, 350 cases valley, 260 pkgs,, 20 cases seed. McHutchison & Co,, 81 cases plants. 28 pkgs. seed. H. Nungesser & Co., 100 bags seed. J. M. Thorburn & Co., 55 pkgs., 13 bags seed. Stumpp & Walter Co., 48 bags seed. Braslan Seed Growers Co., 21 bags seed. Vaughan's Seed Store, 86 pkgs.', one case seed. Bridgeman's Seed Warehouse, four bags seed. F. R. Pierson Co., one bbl seed. A. T. Boddington, two pkgs., two cases seed. ASPARAGUS Sprengeri. per 1000 seeds 75c PETUNIA Large flowering, double fringed, trade pkt ., 1 00 Large flowering, single fringed, trade pkt .. 53 Large flowering, single fringed, Califoraia Giants 50 SALVIA Zorlch. oz 5 00 Triumph, oz 5 00 MOONTLOWER, White Seed 35 FRESH TOBACCO STEMS. Bale of 300 lbs,. $1,73; ton, $9.00, W. C. BEGKERT, Seedsman, 103 Federal St., N.S., PITTSBURG, PA. JOAN BODGER & SONS CO. Gardena, Calif. Wholesale Growers of Sweet Peas, Tomatoes, Lima Beans, Lettuce, Asters, Cosmos and other Flower Seeds. Mention theAmerican Florist when writing Waldo Rohnert GILROY, GAL. Wholesale Seed Grower Specialties: Lettuce, Onion, Sweet Peas, Aster, Cosmos, Mignonette, Verbena, in variety. Correspondence solicited. Mention the American Florist when writing Pape & Bergmann, Quedllnburg, Germany. Elite Seeds of Flowers and Vegetables. Specialties: Stock, Pansies, Cyclamen, etc, CactusDahlias Bulbs,' General Catalogue Free. Mention the American Florist when writing S. M. IsbeU & Co., Jackson, Mich. CONTRACT SEED GROWERS, Bean, Cucumber, Tomato, Pea, Maslcmdon, Squash, Watermelon, Radish, Sweet Com. Correspondence solicited. 34 The American Florist. Jan. 2g, Oreenhonse Vetfeiable Orowers and Market Gardeners' Association. C.W.Waid. New Carlisle, Fa., President; Franklin DeKIeine, Grand Rapids. Mich., Vice-President: S. W. Severance, 508 Illi- nois Life Building. Louisville, Ky., Secre- tary; M, L, Ruetcnik, Cleveland, O., Treas. Melons can be grown in heavy soil by mixing half coal ashes. TOMATOE.S in six-plant bundles are convenient for seedsmen and other storekeepers to handle. Lettuce Temperatures. We note what D. Wolf says in re- gard to lettuce temperatures. Refer- ring to our former article, we men- tioned the fact that there is a great variation among different growers, in regard to temperature, to size of good lettuce, and even to color. The tem- perature carried determines to a nicety the kind of stock grown. A high temperature produces a soft yel- low lettuce, which must be cut jvhile young as it would not stand up to nla- ture into large heads, weighing from one-half to one pound each. As be- fore said, those growers who aim for heavy lettuce carry the lower temper- ature and their stock makes up for any loss in time, by adding great weight the last few weeks. Such let- tuce is made tender by its own heavy growth as it practically bleaches itself. It is plain that Mr. Wolf does not grow this kind, as no one can mature five or six crops of such lettuce in one season. Most growers are well satisfied with three good crops. Markets differ and one must cater to demand. Where let- tuce is sold per dozen they generally carry a smaller, softer lettuce than when sold by weight. The amount of water supplied has a great deal to do with color also, as a lettuce grown too dry is of a hard green color, while one properly supplied has the much-liked yellowish tint. Plenty of plant-food, water, air and a low temperature gen- erally suit lettuce. Mabketman. Cucumbers and Tomatoes. Lettuce growers generally follow their lettuce crops with either cucum- bers or tomatoes late in the spring, when it gets too warm or too late for another lettuce crop. It is of the greatest importance to properly time the plants of either cucumber or to- mato. We never like to plant cucum- ber plants among lettuce, as the lower lettuce temperature is against the cu- cumbers; also the excessive moisture of a lettuce bed is not conducive to best results. We prefer to prepare ex- cellent plants in 4-inch pots and re- move all lettuce and then plant the cucumbers; by doing this we can run the temperature to suit the cucumbers and give them a brisk start which is everything to them. It requires about five weeks to produce a good cucum- ber plant. Tomatoes will do well in a lower temperature; they need much more time than cucumbers and excellent re- sults can be obtained by planting nice seedlings among the last lettuce crop. SEEDS FOD THE MARKET GARDENED are our specialty. Quality, our first consideration. We have a very large and complete stock of all kinds of seeds and everything in the line of fruit trees, berry bushes, etc. Our new 112-paKe catalogue contains true description and no overdrawn illustrations, Our prices are riijht. quality considered. Market Gardeners are requested to write tor our Market Garden Wholesale Catalogue, sent free on request. GERMAN NURSERIES & SEED HOUSE BOX 245 Establlsbed 1886 BEATRICE, NEB. We prefer to raise good pot plants and clean out the lettuce as for cu- cumbers; but if a grower is not ex- perienced with pot culture he had bet- ter use nice young plants from flats and plant between the lettuce. Gen- erally it takes a tomato plant all the time from January 1 on to get proper size for the spring work. MABKETMAN. Double Cropping: Many forms of double cropping have from time to time been noted where it lias been necessary to save space, but we do not remember see- ing a better instance than that of growing radishes, young carrots and parsley on the same beds, as is prac- ticed in British niarket gardens. A short topped, quick-maturing variety of radish is selected and sown in the same drills as the carrots and the for- mer are up and gone before the young carrots have made much growth. The parsley is sown midway between the rows of carrot and radish and is al- lowed to spread out after the carrots are all drawn. Probably young onions could be substituted for the carrots with equally good results, provided the beds were made sufficiently solid. At all events it would be worth trying where room on early borders and pro- tected beds is scarce. The Boston Vegetable Growers. Some of the largest ranges of glass in this country, devoted to the forcing of vegetables, are located within 50 miles of Boston. Owing to unsatis- factory prices for the past year or two, many of the growers of lettuce are said to be considering a change to cut-flower growing. It seems there has been a quiet revolution going on in the lettuce markets of all the large eastern cities. A few years ago the large hotels and restaurants gave the preference to greenhouse lettuce, but now the call seems to be for the out- door heading varieties. The result has been to knock the bottom out of the business of growing lettuce under glass. One of the places said to be seriously contemplating the change from vegetables to flowers is the mam- moth establishment at Halifax, Mass., owned by Standard Oil interests. The addition of the cut of this range alone to the markets of New England would be perceptible, and if some of the larger growers in Arlington and Bel- mont would follow suit, as seems probable, — well — there would be little need of additional carnation or violet houses, in this section, for some years to come. French Gardening: la Eng:land. London. — No system of horticulture has spread more rapidly than what is called the French gardening for forcing the growth of horticultural products. The largest French garden MUSHROOMS HOW TO GROW THEM BY WM. FALCONER. The Best American Boole on the Subject. 170 Pages. 2S ninstratioiis. Price Sl.OO. AMERICAN FLORIST CO. 324 Dearborn St., CmCAGa VEGETABLE PLANTS. Cabbage. Wakefield and Successsion. $1.00 pe 1000: S.SO per 10.000. Parsley, 25c per 100: $1 25 per 1000. Lettuce Big Boston, Boston Market. Grand Rap- ids, $100 per 1000. — Cash with order. R. VINCENT, Jr. & SONS CO., '^r^"- Watcn lor our Trade Mark stamped on every brick of Lambert's Pure Culture Mushroom Spawn Substitution of cheaper grades is thus easily exposed. Fresh sample l-C>^ brick, with illustrated book, mailed ''~^;~y' postpaid by manufacturers upon re- ceipt of 40 cents in postage. Address Trade Mark. American Spawn Co., St.Panl.Mlnn ^S^\r eLt:\±G>€L t.'ontracts to grow all kinds of \'oRetabIe Plants, traosplantid or not. .Also Gera- I iums. Cok'us. Cannas. Salvias.Verbcnas. Pansics. olc. lor spring delivery. .Al shirk (inl\ . Correspondence solicited. AlOnZO J. Bryan, Washington, New Jersey. Mention the American Florist when writing in the world has just been established within 20 miles of London. It includes eight acres, five of which are under glass. It is calculated that $10,000 worth or more of produce can be grown in the year, the figures being founded on actual results of a large English garden organized by the same gardener. — Philadelphia Ledger. Prices of Indoor Fruits and Vegetables. Chicago, January 26. — Mushrooms, 2 5 cents to 7 5 cents per pound; cucum- bers, $1.25 to $1.50 per dozen; lettuce, 40 cents per box; tomatoes, 25 cents per pound; radishes, (jO cents per dozen; asparagus, 25 cents to 50 cents per bunch; grapes, Gros Colman, 75 cents per pound. New York, January 22. — Mushrooms, 40 cents per pound; cucumbers, 75 cents to $1 per dozen; tomatoes, 20 cents per pound; radishes, 3 cents per bunch; asparagus, $6 per dozen bunches; rhubarb, 75 cents per dozen bunches; grapes, Gros Colman, 55 cents per pound. New York. — Mrs. Annie Friedman, of 150 Clinton street, a retailer in a small way in a basement store, has been informed of the death of an aunt in Hungary under whose will she expects to benefit considerably. She says her aunt's estate is estimated at $200,000, and after making a living by hard struggling for 12 years, Mrs. Friedman thinks she sees a way out. rgio ' The American Florist. 35 Theodore Roosevelt is being paid $1.00 a word Africa. We are sure, had he run across a vine oi Sa^zer' remarkable articles I IT ""vi I r Jl~ I .1 I I 1 \ \ hunting I Green Cross Cucumber " that V. I Ik II I ■ I II — . iL 1' ii I • i.n 1 ^ ri I I II ■. Ll I I 'I! ' P 1 . < ^. .■/'/. Mention tii paper wb' i you write. A 4V' '<■{»■ / / /A w ;// / I I ,^ . end us 6c for packing and postage and we will mail you s pack- iree or, if you request a package when you order your seed we will gladly add a package to your order free of all cost. I W- SEND FOR MARKET GARDENERS' CATALOG TO-DAY -CD U0HNASALZER5EEDC0LA CROSSE WIS 36 The American Florist. Jan. 2g, I The Nursery Trade j Aaierican Association of Nurseryoien. F.H. Stannard, Ottawa. Kans., President: W. P.Stark. Louisiana. Mo.. Vice-President: John Hall. Rochester. N. Y., Sec'y. Thirty-fifth annual convention to be held Bt Denver. Colo.. June 8-10. 1910. Wild Rose, Wis. — Henry Tolleth is now agent here for the Allen Nursery Co., Rochester, N. Y. New York. — The American Nursery Co. is now located in commodious quarters in the Singer building, suite 530, 149 Broadway. Springfield, III. — It is reported that Thos. Cale has been arrested for vio- lation of the law prohibiting the sale of diseased stock. Marshall, Mo. — The National Nur- sery Co., Lawrence, Kans., has estab- lished an agency here with an office in the Southern hotel. L. Preston is in charge. FORT WORTH, TEX. — Tree planting is getting considerable attention here, and C. E. Papworth recommends the sycamore and the water elm as the best trees for street planting. The Tennessee State Nurserymen's Association meets at the Tulane hotel, Nashville, this week, January 26-27 being the dates. The State Horticul- tural Society meets the first day. J. S. BUTTEREIELD, Secretary of the American Association of Railroad Gardeners, writes: "Our association is growing, new members coming in as fast as we can locate and get in touch with them." WiLKESBARRE, PA. — Warren H. Man- ning, of Boston, has been in the city looking over the old court yard, in his capacity as landscape adviser to the park commissioners, with a view of deciding on the necessary work to beautify it. Duty on Evergreen Seedlings. The decision of the United States appraisers department at a meeting of all appraisers, held in New York last November, was that all Evergreen seedlings should be assessed at 25 per cent ad valorem; the wording of the new tariff being called ambiguous in regard to the duty. All custom houses were instructed to act accordingly. The American Civic Association. The American Civic Association will, in future, have its headquarters at Rooms 913-914 Union Trust building, Washington, D. C. In an open letter to the members, President Horace Mc- Farland and Secretary Watrous say that the national capital is easy of access and visited by more members of the association annually thau any other city. The association will give more especial attention than hereto- fore to comprehensive city planning and during the year aims to forward a movement for civic education to make national a campaign against the house fly and to urge a safe and sane Fourth of July. It also plans to issue and distribute a large quantity of authori- tative literature in the shape of bulle- tins, reports, clipping sheets and prop- aganda leaflets. The Ohio Nurserymen's Association. The third annual meeting of the Ohio Nurserymen's Association was held at Columbus, January 11, and was a very successful one. A sub- stantial increase in the number of members is reported and the old offi- cers and executive committee were re- elected. These are: J. W. McNary, Dayton, president. W. P. Cole, Painesville, secretary. W. N. Scarff, New Carlisle, treasurer. Executive Committee. — Robt. George, Painesville: S. R. Fergus, Tip- pecanoe City; W. N. Scarff, New Car- lisle; F. D. Green, Perry; W. Gaines, Xenia. After the reports of the secretary and treasurer and the president's ad- dress were given, a report on stock and business conditions was read, fol- lowed by a number of interesting and instructive papers. At the evening session, after dinner, a smoker was given and J. H. Dayton spoke on "The Great Northwest," especially as to its influence, present and prospective, upon the nursery trade in the east. Business Methods in Tree-Growing. SYSTEMATIC HANDLING OF DETAIL. Down on the peninsula of Maryland, in a section of country so fertile and with so favorable a climate that it has been called America's Eden, is one of the largest nurseries in the world — the great tree-growing estab- lishment of J. G. Harrison & Sons at Berlin. This concern, founded nearly a quarter-century ago, has built up its business until it now occupies more than 2,000 acres of ground — all in the immediate vicinity of Berlin and all under the efficient management of Orlando Harrison. Next to its great size, probab}y the feature that most impresses the visitor is the systematic methods which prevail throughout. It requires a lot of men and teams to handle the work on 2,000 acres of land, but as one looks over this great plant, it is evident that here is a place where there is little waste, either of time or energy. To supply the tremendous annual demand for stock, Harrison's Nur- series often devote as much space to growing one kind of tree or plant as many growers have in their entire nursery tract. A great many acres, for example, are devoted to California privet, which is one of the many specialties propagated at these nur- series; the stock being offered this spring numbers nearly 300,000 plants, from four feet down. Strawberry plants form another prominent fea- ture; millions of these are sold annu- ally. Great pains are also taken in the growing of all kinds of deciduous trees, fruit trees, hardy perennials, roses, etc. This firm advertises widely and issues attractive literature describing its product; but, believing that nothing can equal a personal inspection of its grounds, extends to all its friends a standing invitation to visit Berlin and the nurseries whenever possible. That this most interesting and instructive trip is well worth while is conceded by all who have been there. The courte-sy accorded all visitors by the Harrison management is proverbial and does much toward making the event one long to be remembered. The Pennsylvania railroad operates two lines through Berlin — one directly to Philadelphia, the other touching Chesapeake bay, where excellent steamer service makes quick connec- tion with Baltimore and the west. When possible, the officials of Harri- son's Nurseries request that notice be given in advance of the coming of visitors, in order that arrangements may be made for escorting them about the plant. Scraping Bark From Fruit Trees. As to the advisability of scraping rough, or shaggy bark from apple trees, a Blair county citizen wrote lo the state zoologist of Pennsylvania, llarrlsburg, for information. The re- ply of Professor Surface was as fol- lows: "This depends upon the conditions in general. I would advise such treat- ment, especially for the rough,' scaly bark of old trees; but if it be bark that has been roughened by the injur- ious action of oil sprays, or by burn- ing with Are or by some other injury, I am satisfied it would be wrong be- cause this is, to the tender bark be- neath, just what a scab on an animal is to a sore which it is protecting. Therefore, if the bark beneath be tender, so that it would be injured by being scraped, it is best not to do it. In the case of an ordinary healthy tree it is certainly best, but at injured places, such as above mentioned, it is advisable to scrape gently, if at all. On an old tree one cannot apply enough pressure with a short-handled hoe or bark scraper to do any injury, and this will remove many insect pests, such as codling moth, wooly aphis and certain hibernating crea- tures, and expose scale insects and other pests to the action of the weath- er and of the insecticides to be ap- plied before the leaves appear." GREEN Bay, Wis. — The Brown County Horticultural Society has been discontinued. For Immediate Delivery Dormant, field grown, own roots Sweetheart, Tausendschon, T. Blum- schen, Barbier, 20C each. I/a Fiamma, Trier, Dorothy Perkins, Lady Gay, Debutanire, Hiawatha, 12c each. Clematis Paniculata Field Grown 1-year 6 cents. 2-year 10 cents Dutch Hyacinths. Named varieties, single and double, 45 kinds, First size bulbs, $6.00 per 100; extra large exhibition size, $10,00 per 100. Chinese Sacred Lilies $3.00 per 100; $26.00 per 1000. Hydrangea Paniculata Grandinora, 18 to 24 ins 6c. 2 to 3 feet 9c Viburnum Pllcatum. 2 to 3 feet 12c. 3 to SVz feet.. .15c Write for our special prices on-Hardy Shrubs. THE DINGEE & CONARD CO., West Grove, Penna. IQIO. The American Florist, 37 These illustrations show how we grow California Privet here at Harrison's Nurseries — and the way our Privet looks when planted as hedges along driveways, walks, etc. We have the right soil and climate here for growing California Privet, and take unusually good care of our plants. We cultivate the blocks each week, and during the dormant period last year we cropped the smaller sizes — one- and two-year — back to the ground. These plants developed a wonderfully bushy growth in 1909 and are now in prime shape. The upper view represents a block from which tens of thousands of plants will be dug this spring. This is the kind of Privet you'll be proud to furnish your customers — fine, vigorous, well-rooted and branched plants, every one. In fact, Harrison's California Privet is so strong and thrifty as to be almost a distinct and separate variety in itself. California Privet Plants for Hedges By the Rod or by the Mile Whether you want enough Privet to plant a rod or a mile, we want to supply you ; write us NOW for particulars and prices. Owing to the mild climate of our locality we dig our Privet only as ordered; this does away with the necessity of digging and storing through the winter. When shipments are to be made, the roots are carefully protected and wrapped, and in this condition, Harrison's Privet can be shipped to any distance without drying out. Try us on an order for California Privet ; we have nearly 300,000 plants in sizes vary- ing from 4-5 feet, down to 12-18 inches. We offer in addition very attractive stocks of Barberry, Arborvitae, Colorado and Koster's Blue Spruce, Norway Spruce, etc.. also Fruit and Shade Trees of all kinds. Particulars on request. Address Box A. Harrison's Nurseries, J.l'G. Harrison & Sons, Props., Berlin, Md. 38 The American Florist. Jan. 29, NAARDEN, (Holland) Jacs Smits, un , Azaleas, (hardy). Berried Plants. Bleeding Hearts, Blue Spruces, Box wood, Clematis, Climb- ing Plants, Conifers, Evergreens, Funkias in sorts. Hydrangea P. G., Japan Maples, Peonies, Pot-grown Plants, fLilacs a specialty), Rhodo- denrons, Roses, Spireas, Valleys. Price List Free on Demand. Phoenix Nursery Company Nuraerimnen and Floriats BLOOMINGTON, ILLINOIS ;Send list of wants for prices. Wholesale catalog tor spring issued Feb. 1st New Berries Send for our up-to-date tested Berry Plant Catalogue. BarrydaleExperimentGardens, Holland, Mich. riiwoRM nUAii Ir CIVIL ENGINEER and Ellg6n6rlT0ll,Jr. Landscape Architect . Phone Barclay 6084—229 Broadway, New York Designs, Estimates, Construction 01 Grounds. Baltimore. BUSINESS FAIR. Trade is fairly active, though the weather conditions have not been entirely propitious, snows and heavy rains, thaws and great freshets, mark- ing the progress of the week. There have been a number of social events, involving considerable outlay of flow- ers and decorations and some funerals which made heavy drafts for fine ma- terial. Supplies in the cut flower line are quite abundant for the demand, No. 1 roses being, perhaps, somewhat deficient; white carnations are in ex- cess. "Violets are getting more plenti- ful and are about taken up by the daily calls. NOTES. At the Gardeners' Club meeting January 24, several ladies of the Equal Suffrage league presented their argument in favor of votes for women and were given a respectful hearing. Whether they made any con- verts remains to be seen. R. Vincent, Jr., spoke urging the closer identifi- cation and more efllcient help of the club to the Maryland Horticultural So- ciety which will hold a summer outing this year at Ocean City. M. Thau. Govans, has a carnation from which he expects great results, its good qualities being numerous. It is a crimson, somewhat of the type of Harlowarden, with a more brilliant hue, good size and good stem, and very floriferous. It has been shown here and in Philadelphia and attracted attention. Last week died William G. Atkinson, a prominent shipping merchant of this city, not in any way related to the florists' trade, but widely known for his attention to floriculture and the extent of his amateur operations. One of his specialties was the cultivation of the gladiolus, and one of the daily papers reports that last season on his place he planted 400,000 bulbs of this beautiful and showy plant. James Hamilton, of Mt. Washington, who has gone quite largely into grow- ing lily of the valley, is beginning to make shipments of his products, the quality being very acceptable to the purchasing contingent. S. B. :New Seedling Rose: RADIANCE A seedling from Cardinal, a brilliant rosy carmine with opaline tints in the open flower. The formis fine, large, with cupped petals, bud long, brilliant, radiant with extra long stems, a constant bloomer, fragtant, fol- iage abundant and of splendid substance. 2>^-in. pots, $18.00 per J 00, ready for delivery in April and May. Cash or satisfactory reference. JOHN COOK, 318 N. Charles St., BALTIMORE, IVID. Mention the American Florist when ivriting BOemNK ^ ATKINS Nurserymen and Florists, RUTHERFORD, N. J. Choice Evergreens and Conifers, Shade and Ornamental Trees, Herbaceous Plants. Large collection of DECORATIVE PLANTS, such as Palms, Ferns, Bay Trees, Etc. L -ASK FOR WHOLESALE CATALOG- J Mention the Ame7-ican Florist when writing STOCK FOR FLORISTS ROSES for Forcing— Hybrid Pcrpetuals and Ramblers, all the best ones; fine, strong stult. Clematis. Ampelopsis, Tree Hydrangeas and Lilacs, Shrubs, Vines and Perennials. Write for prices. JACKSON fi PERKINS CO., Newark (near Rochester), New York Nurserjmen and Florists. Wholesale only. Use printed stationery. JOHN T. WITHERS, Inc. Landscape Architect and Forester 1 Montgomery St., JERSEY CITY, N. J. Tree Renovation by Expert Operators. Store- opticon lectures on Horticulture and Arboriculture. Mention the American Florist when writing LARGE TREES OAKS and MAPLES Pines and Hemlocka ANDORRA NURSERIES. Wm. Warner Harper. Prop. Chestnut Hill, FHILA., PA. Arbor Vitse f'^i^ (Thuya Occidentalls.) A splendid stock of 3 to 4 ft, and 4 to 5 ft, trees. Write for descriptions and prices. 4 ft 1.75 15.00 BRONZE-UB.AVED FLOWERING C.4NN.\S. Brand.Twlne, 4 to 5 ft.... 2.00 Black Beaut.v, 5 ft 2.75 314 ft. 2.75 1.50 S.25 1.75 2.75 2.25 1.75 1.75 David Harum, Egandale, 4 ft King Humbert, 4 ft Leonard Vaughan, 4V4 ft. Musafolia, 5 ft Pillar of Fire, 6-7 ft Robusta, S-S ft Shenandoah, 6 ft ORCHID-FLOWER ING Alleniannia, 4 to 5 ft. . . Austria, 5 ft Italia, 4 lA ft Kronus, 5 ft Mrs. Kate Gray, 6 ft 1.75 Pennsylvania, 5 ft 1.75 Wyoming, 7 ft 2.75 17.50 25.00 25.00 14.00 30.00 15.00 25 00 20.00 17.50 15.00 CANNAS. 16.00 12.00 1.75 1.25 1.75 1.75 15.00 15.00 15.00 15.00 25.00 Our Cannas are packed 250 in a box; two can be "cleated" together and shipped as one. One box of 250 sold at thousand rate; it is cheaper for jou to buy a box than 200 at 100 rate. Chicago and Western Agents For Our Cannas WINTERSON'S SEED STORE, 45-47-49 Wabash Ave., Chicago, 111. Arthur T. Boddington, SEEDSMAN, 342 West 14th Street. NEW YORK. i^^' 42 The American Florist. fan. 2g, Oi^ohicl«s.. We have changed our domicile from Secau cus. N. J., to Mamaroneck. N. Y. We are largest collectors and importers of Orchids and are now bookini; orders for all the com mercial Cattleyas for delivery next spring GARRILLO & BALDWIN, Mamaroneck, N. Y. BAY TREES. •tsndards. Pyramids and CoUunna. ORCHIDS DIRIcr FROM THE WOODS Cattleya Trianae, C. Glftas and other commercial varieties. JtlUUS ROEHRS CO., Rutherford, K. J. i^ Arrived In fine condition: Cattleya War nerii. C. Harnsoniae. C. Gaskelliana and C. Gieas (Hardyana type): also Dendrobium Phalcenopsis Scbroederianum and Odonto- glosbum luteo purpureum. Lafier 6 Hurrell, Summit, N. J. SPECIALTIES. Roses, from 3 in pots. Cbrysanttiemums Carnations for fall delivery. Smllax, Violets IN BE&T VARIESIES. I^rices low. Send for list, Wood Brothers, ^^^"^fk CANNAS. We have a surplus of the following varieties. true to name, and offer them at a remarkably low Mice until sold Alsace. Cbas. Henderson, Dnlceof Marlboroui-h, Capt. Dnigeon (one of .he best yellows). Mlie. Berat, Defender, Kate Gray, Pennsylvania, $1.75 per inO: $15.00 per lOOO David Harum, Florence Vau^an, $2 25 per 100: $20.00 per 10(X). Egandale, i;2 50 per 100. Klni Bnmbert, $6.t0 per lOO. The above varieties mixed. $8.00 per 1000. WALTER W. COLES, Kokomo, Ind. Rooted Cuttings... Per 100 1000 COLEUS, 10 varieties $0 60 $5 00 Salvia 75 (,00 Double Petunias 1 oo 9 GO Heliotrope i no y 00 Ageratiun 5i 4 00 Begonias (Gracilis) 100 yoo Birmingham Landscape & Nursery Go. Birmingham, Ala. P. O. Box Mo, ROBERT CRAIG GO. ^&, PALMS and NoTCItlea In BecoratiTe naota. Mark*! ud 49th Sts., PMIadalpUa, Pa. A Chance to Buy Right. BOSTON FERNS, In ord.-r to make room I offer an extra fine lot of 4 and Sinch plants at$12.00 and $20.00 per 100. GERANIUMS, transplanted in fiats, extra strong R. C. S A. Nutt, $12.50 per 1000. 3 inch plants. $4.00 per 100. F. C. RIEBE, Webster, Mass. Dayton, O. — Fourteen representa- tives of the house of Warren Matth- ews were at the annual banquet of the institution January 12 when an ex- tremely enjoyable time was had. A CARLOAD OF CSNNAS Just Received 45 Standard Varieties including the famous KING HUMBERT Quality! NONE BETTER BUY NOW and Get on the Inside. Price List on application. WINTERSON'S SEED STORE, 45-47-49 Wabash Ave , ""ffii"«oM°'"- CHICAGO Palms and Other Seasonable Stock We have an extra pood stock of Forsteriana, made up. three plants in a pot or tub all clean perfect plants. (We need to reduce our palm stock, and are giving extra values.) 7-in. pots. ?* plants in pot. 40 to 44 in. high, $4. 00 each. 8in. pots, 3 plants in pot 44 to 4S in. high 5.00 each. Sinirlc plantsKentiaForsteriana, 7 in. pots. 6to7 leaves.36to40 inches high. $2.50 each: S in. pots. 6 to 7 leaves. 40 to 44 tQch.es high. $3.50 each. (Full line ot sizesot both Forsteriana aad Belmoreana in price list No 5. just out. Send for it. if vou do not receiveit.) Genista Racemosa, 'b usm "mo per do?en; $25.00 per lOJ. Rhododendrons, f;^\f'Cil. tm per do/:en. Rhododendrons, i'2'io-i5tds'$r2'.ou per dozen. Azalea Mollis, i^J^dl's'o.oXeVi,'^! 15 to IS in. itigh, very bushy, full of buds, J35.00 per 100. The Storrs & Harrison Co., Painsville, 0. ADRIAN, I ELMER D. SMITH & CO., ^^^^^ Boiltiainvillea Glabra Sanderlana, 5 XJUUtjaiUVlUCa in., well shaped, bushy plants. $.>.C0 per dozen. Asparagus Sprengerl, ;;° ,*g^° $20.00 per 1000. ^0*714700/1 Fine bushy plants. 12-iD.high **"■*•""""♦ $3.00 per doz. $20 03 per 100. ITlirh'Sin'! Assorted in 6 best varieties. '"^"'**°*» $3.00perlO0;C5 00 per 1000. Little Beauty, $4,00 per ICO; $35.00 per ICOO. Our Catalogue for 1910 1 Has just been mailed to our patrons. It is the most complete and comprehensive Catalogue of Chrysanthemums issued. Mailed free upon request. V^!1^^5JlH01.JS Catalogue J^ 1910 Commercial varieties in any quantity. Guaranteed direct from collector. Advance orders insure good plants and prompt delivery. G. L. FREEMAN, 388 Appleton St., Holyoke, Mass. igio. The American Florist. 43 CARNATION BAY STATE $3.00 Per Hundred.- SAVING bought a large stock of this new Variegated Carnation last year, we can offer first-class rooted cuttings of this variety at $3.00 per 100. Also rooted cuttings of — ' Beacon. Enchantress, Rose Pink Enchantress, Victory, White Enchantress, White Perfection, Winona, WinSOr, at $3.00 per 100. Unrooted cuttings, $2.00 per 100. Reduced prices made on large orders. Send orders as early as possible. FRESH CUT FLOWERS shipped to all parts of New England and Canada. High Grade Carnation Blooms our specialty; shipped direct from the grower to the retailer at wholesale price. SHEPARD'S GARDEN CARNATION GO. 292 Fairmont street , LOWELL, MASS. HEADQUARTERS OF Azalea iodicaforEaster All well budded and as round as an apple. In Easter Varieties we have the following in large sizes, well budded: Bernard Andreas Alba, white Niobe, double white: Helena Thtelman, rose: Empress of India. Apollo, red: De Schryv- eriaca. double varieeated: Dr. Moore, pink: Mme Van der Cruysseo. pink: Louis Van Houtte larsre double red: Simon Mardner. Ver- vseneaoa and Deutsche Perle. white. Price, $1.25. $1.50. $2.00 to $2.50. In smaller sizes we have Mme. Van der Cruyssen. Simon Mardoer. Apollo. Niobe Empress of India, Deutsche Perle. De Schryveriana Ver- vaeneana. etc. Price 50c. 75c $1 00. $1.25. Azaleas in bloom, in the following' varieties: Mme Petrick. pink: Simon Mardner. pink: Deutsche Perle. white: Apollo, red: and Ver- vseneana 75c. 81.00 tl.25to$1.50. Cinerarias. Aschmann's well known strain, in bud or without 6-in. pots. 25c to 35c. Kentia Forsterlana. 30-35 40-50 in. high. $1.50. S2,00. $2.50 t3 $3.00 each; 4-in.. 20c. Kentia Belmoreana* 4-in.. 25c: 3-in., 10c. Cocos Weddelllana, 3-in 15c Latania Borbonica, 4 in 20c Areca Lntescens* 5-in. pots, made np 35c Beitonia Flambeaa, 4in , 15c. Ferns* Neph. Yodeaoldes. 5H-6-7 in.. 35c. 40c 5nc 75c to tl.OO. Asparaiias Plamosos. 2H'in..3c: Sin. (large), 6c: 4 in.. 10c. Sprenderl.3-in.. 5c; 4 in., 10c. Plerls Victoria (silver-leaved fern}, in 6 io. pans, 3 plants in a pan, very attractive. 30c per pan Cash with order, please. Please state if in or out of pots. All plants must travel at purchaser's risk only GODFREY ASCHMANN, Importer and Wholesale Grswer of Pot Plants. 1012 West Ontario St., PHILADELPBIA, PA. Carnations tTpric^" Ready io Ship About March 15. White Perfection, Rose Pink, Afterglow, En- chantress and Victory at $15.00 plt lOOJ. White Enchantress at $17.50 per lOOO. Lawson Enchantress, Winona and Beacon at $20.00 PCT 1000. O. P. Bassett and Alvina at $35.''0 per 1000. Lawson, Winsor and Harry Fenn at $10.00 per 1000. Hundreds supplied at thousand rates. Albert M. flerr, Lancaster, Pa. ¥^WT/^¥¥r»¥ 1 ey There are Done better ViWl HxlAV »ia° I^tUe Beauty Lord I LwlUiAJ Byon, Kenan and White ^ wufc./Air»k/ Beauty, strong 2H inch plants ready $4 .00 per ItjO New Heliotrope. Miss Bernice a sport of Mme. Bruant and a great im- provementonthe latter 2H inch S8.00 per lOO. Katalog for the Asl^in? . T*m SKIDELSKY & IRWIN CO., 121S Betz BIdg.. PHILADELPHIA, PA. ROOTED CUTTINGS Per 1000 $100 00 125 00 50 00 30 00 Carnations Per 100 Mrs. C.W.Ward $12 00 Alma Ward ... 15 00 Mrs. J. C. Vaughan, Bay State, Georgia and O. P. Bassett 6 00 While Enchantress, beacon, Robert Craig, Afterglow, Rose Pink Enchantress and Harlowarden 3 50 New Crop Early Flowering Single Clirysanthenium Seed and Gold Medal Pentstemons at 25c and $1.00 per package. CHARLES H. TOTTY, Madison, N. J. ^Rooted Carnation Cuttings^ For Immediate Delivery. Per 100 Per 1000 Per 100 Per 1000 Enchantress $3 00 $25 00 White Enchantress $2 60 $20 00 Perfection 3 00 25 00 Rose Pink Enchantress 2 60 20 00 BEACON 3 00 25 00 Winsor 2 50 20 00 We can fill orders from 1000 to 100,000 and guarantee the stock. We wish to call special attention to our Beacon cuttings. Our stock of this splendid red is large and in the finest possible condition. ■ Thompson Carnation Co., Joliet, 111, j We are now shipping fine strong cuttings of Shasta as fast as they are ready to come out of the cutting bench. We have enough orders booked to take all that ^dll be ready up to Feb. 16. If you want late February delivery you should get your order in at once. Come and see it growing; once you see it, you will want to grow it. $12.00 per 100; $100.00 per 1000. Send all orders to BAUR & SMITH, Indianapolis, Ind. "The Constant'' A New Carnation Seedling of wonderful merit will be otturt'd to the Florists' Trado in February. lyiO. Orders hooked now. This Carnation GROWN BY WM. BESTER. of Hagerstown, Md. Color helwc-en Rosl- Pink and Winsor. Produces long stems and largi- blooms from October to June. Free of any d'seasc and no cropper. Calyx perfect. Blooms keep in good condition ten days. This Carnation grown and tested hy Mr. Bester for three years and all prints guaranteed. The original set-dling produced under the most scientific cultural conditions, and will supersede' the Lawson. Price for Strong Cuttin s. only $10.00 per 100: $90.00 per 1000. Brfore buying other varir-ties Florists should send for samples o* this Carnation, as they will compare favorably oo all points with any other Carnation on the market. Blooms mailed free on requi-st. Address WM. BESTER, Florist, Hagerstown. Md., or C. S. FORD, Traveling Agent, Florists' Supplies, Novelties, Etc.,, P. 0. Box 4515, West Park, Philadelpliia, Pa. Establislied 1BB1. Send Advts. Early for Best Service. 44 The American Florist, Jan. 2g, A FEW GOOD THINGS YOU WANT. Rex Begonia, 2in $5.00 per 100. Asparagus Sprengerl,3in. $5.00 per 100 Geranloms, Nutt. Doyle. Perkins. Grant, La Favorite. R C..$1.25; 2-in. pots. $2.00: 3 in., $400 per 100: Viaud. Castellane, Poitevine. Jaulin, Ricard, Buchner. R. C, $1.50; 2 in pots. $2 50; 3-in.. $5.00 per 100; Mme. Salleroi. 2-in.. $3.00 per 100 Asparagus Plainosns, 2-in. $3.00 per 100; S-in.. $5.00 per 100. Cut fronds 25c per bunch. Boston Ferns, 5 in 25c each. WUtmani Ferns. 4-in. 25c each. Cycas Palms, 4 to 5 leaves, $1.00, $1.50 and $2.00. Vines Var., 2 in. $2.00 per 100. Cash with order. No C. O. D. All shipments at risk of purchasers, after being delivered to the express companies properly packed in good order GEO. M. EMMANS, Newton, N. J. A New iFern NEPHROLEPIS GIATRASII Awarded a Certificate of Merit by tlie Horticultural Society of New York. Prices: in 214-inch pots, $3.50 per dozen; ,$25.00 per 100; $200.00 per 1000. 25 plants at 100 rates; 600 plants at 1000 rates. Orders delivered in rotation as received. Now Ready for delivery, GEORGE GIATRAS, 463 Summit Ave., West Hobolcen,N. J. Rooted Cuttings Verbenas, clnii.,' vari.llrc 70.- prr IINI; Sl.dOp.-r IfXKl. Heliotropes, Jl.lKl jic-r 1110; ISIKI per KKIU. Begonias, -n. 511 |i,r KKi. Daisies, wliit.- andv.l- lo\v.$ltnp,r liij. Pelargoniums. *2.50 ijit UKI. Geraniums, Z-\n. poIs. $2,50 per l(«i. Express paid. Cash with orders. ^•) S. D. BRANT, Clay Cenler, Kans. St. Louis. TRADE HOLDING UP WELL. The marlcet has held up well all week; roses, being decidedly scarce, have helped carnations. The coming weelt is expected to be a busy one. Graduating exercises, opera and other social entertainments will give the retailers all they can do. The plant men are getting ready to have every- thing in shape for an early Easter. Greens are selling well. Mexican ivy is being quite extensively used and makes a beautiful addition to floral work of any kind. NOTES. On January 18, the bankrupt stock of the Michel Plant & Bulb Co. wa.s sold at auction. It was bought by H. Bourdet for $4,500 and to assume $6,000 due on the mortgage later. This deal did not mature and another sale was held January 2 4 attended by several florists who bought the stock. The fixtures and greenhouse.s were not sold, they being as yet held to satisfy a claim. Henry Lawrence, who was injured during the cyclone, was removed to a sanitarium to enquire into his mental condition. He was manager of the Park Floral Co. George Hecht is now bringing his flowers to the wholesale house in an automobile, the first grower to come to the wholesale district in a inacliine. William C. Smith is busy preparing his essay on "The Troubles of a Wholesaler" which will be the feature of the next club meeting. J. J. Beneke was the sole florist bowler who competed for prizes at the middle west bowling tournament held in this city this week. I Dormant Cannas ! f (Guaranteed True to Name. With from two to three exes eaili. Bronze Leaved Doz. 100 1000 David Harum 50c $3 00 $27 50 Ecandale .50c 3 00 27 51) King Humbert $125 ,S 00 75 00 Orcliid Flowers Do/. .\Ilemania 35c .Austria 50c Burbank 30c Fred Beiiarv '*flc Italia file KaiL-Gray 4Cc Paricnopr 40c V'eiiDsylvaDia 40c Red Flowers— Green Leaves Doz. 100 lOCO Chas. Henderson 4nc $2 50 $22 50 Chicago 40c 2 50 22 50 Explorateur Cramphell 50c 3 00 27 50 Variegated Flowers Doz. 100 Eli/abrth Hciss Florence Vauyhan SouviTiir D'.Xiuoine Crozy .6uc $4 ro 3 iiO 4 UU inoi $35 '0 27 51 35 uO ICO 1000 $2 25 $20 00 .i OU 27 5) 2 00 17 50 6 00 55 10 3 00 27 50 2.5'! 22 51) 2 50 22 50 2 50 22 50 Yellow and Cream Flowers Dmz. 100 ICOO .■ 50. $.'i 00 $27 50 61IC 4 CO 37 5U 90c 6 to 55 00 Pink Flowers Dmz. 100 L. Patry .35c $2 25 Mllr. Berat 40c 2 50 -Msac- ... Cornet ButtiTi lip Doz. 100 Hofgartner Hoppe 90c $6 On George Birdell $1 25 8 00 George Washington 5?c 3 00 lOClJ $20 00 22 50 lOCO $.50 00 75 00 27 50 Special Cash Discont of 10'^ ^ on all January or February Orders s s ( Nosbaek Greenhouse Co., Onarga, III. \ MiscellaneoQS Plants. Per 100 2Hin. Bostons $450 4in. ■■ 1500 5-in. 2500 7-in. 6000 2H in. Whitmanl 5 00 2-in. Asparagus Plumosus Nanus 3 00 4-in. ■■ ■■ •• 12 00 2-in . Asparagus Sprengeri 2 SO 3in. • ■■ b 00 2 in. Assorted Ferns for Dishes 3 00 4 in. Araucaria Excelsa 50 00 2in. Baby Primrose 2 50 2 in. Chinese Primrose 2 .50 3 in. Cyclamen 7 00 4-in. •■ 1500 2-in. Moonvines, white 3 to .\lso a full line of beddiner stock and the best wire haoRing baskets on the market. Write us. 0. U. AUGSPURGER&S0NSG0.,"Oig!*' BEDDING PUNTS Per 105 1000 Coleus, Golden Bedder. Firebrand. .■\nna and John Pfistcr. and other leading varieties $2 00 $18 00 Salvia 2 50 2u CO Double Petunias 'Snowdrift) ,ind Single Petunias, mixed 2 00 Heliotrope 2 uo Birmingham Landscape & Nursery Go. p. O. Box 663 Birmingham, Ala, Thos. Kirkwood & Son have two Iiouses with carnations and violets; they expect to increase their glass tills summer. Wenzel & Hecht have two houses 27x100 feet to sweet peas, carnations and pot plants. They intend to build three new houses this summer. James W. North was married to Miss R. Gilliland last week. Mr. North is manager of the retail depart- ment at Alex Johnson's. W. H. Kruse is out with a new wagon in place of the one recently destroyed by fire: it is a beauty. Visitors: F. Lemkc, representing W. W. Barnard & Co., Chicago: F. J. Farney, representing Rice & Co., Philadelphia. W. F. Pillsbflry's Carnation Staple Why send out split carnations when you can mend 20 for one cent ? No Tools Reijnired "They are the best on thr market." John Schweichler, Florist. "They are superior to anythin? on the market for the purpose, as we have tried them all," BROAinvAY Floral Co. 2,000 for $1.00, postpaid. I. L. PILLSBURY, Florist, Galesburg, 111. WeU Rooted Carnation Cuttings Per 100 Per 1000 Enchantress $2 00 $18 00 Sarah Hill, white 4 tO 35 00 Lawson Enchantress, pink 2 50 20 00 Lawson.pink 2 00 IS 00 W. H. Talt. red 4 50 40 00 Beacon, red 3 00 25 00 Victory, red 2 50 20 00 Lawson, variegated 2 50 20 00 Cash with order or C. O. D. SCHEIDEN S SCHOOS, 517 Asbury Ave.. Evanston, 111. Ferns for Dishes... ■ .Assorted varieties. 2!^-in. pots. $.\50 per 100: J.iO.OO per 1000. Cash with order, FRANK OECHSUN 4911 Qulncy St. CHICAGO. Neph. Whitmani 2'4-in ?5.00p.TlOO MAGNinCA(new). 2!4-in... 25.00 per 100 Boston Ferns il^oii'p'Moo. Henry H. Barrows & Son, Whitman, Mass. Small Ferns Assorted varieties for fern dishes. $3.50 100; $30.00 per 1000. Cash with order. ERNEST OECHSLIN, 188 Madison St., RIVER FOREST, ILL. igio. The American Florist, 45 'I2 Million Roses For February delivery io ihese acd and -Oj oiber ^oris. Summer grown, on own roots. 2V4-inch 4-n. Doz. lilO ICOO 101 Anna de Di.sbach 50c 13 50 $-9 00 $8 00 Anny Muller !0c 3 00 25 00 Ball of MOW I Bcule d.- Neige 50c 3 50 30 00 S UO Bridesmaid 50c 3 00 25 1 8 Id Boogere 50c 3 "J 25 OJ S OO Catherine 2L-imet (White Baby Rambler) SOc 3 50 30 TO 10 f(i Duchess, de Brabant .....50c .3 («l Z5 0) 7 0(1 EtoiledeLyon 5uc 3 OJ 27 50 81(1 Gruss an Teplitz (N'lr. R. Coxe) .'<>c 3 01 27 50 8 0 30(1) 7 0(J Mile. Franzisca Kreuger .. fOc 3 i«) 25 (JO 8 UO Magna Ghana 5»c 3 J(l 31 UO 7(0 MamanCochet oink 5(Jc 3 00 27 £0 8 Wi Marechal Niel. (4in. 10c . 12c. 15c) .'It 3 f .-(100 15(0 Marie- van Houtt. 5iic 3 00 25 03 7 «i Meteor Mc 3 On 27 51 8 ("i 1-apa Gontier .JOc 3 CO 27 jO 7 (Ni Pbvllis Pink Baby Ram bkO SOc 3 50 30C0 riueens Srarkt SOc 3 00 25 OO 8 OO Keine Marie Hc-iiri.tte .. 50c 3 00 25 00 S 00 Rhea Rcid fOc 4 00 .-5 00 10(0 ThcBride SOc 3(0 25 00 SCO Wellsley 50c 3 50 31 Cd '» 00 White Bouger-... 5iV: 3 tO 25 0) s 00 White Maman Cochet SOc 3 00 27^0 SCO Let us know your entire wants in roses <^\ rrni rfLORAL company.^ {^^ 2 5(1 YELLOW VARIETIES, PcrlOO Eldorado ; $2 00 Golden Beauty / 2 00 VARIEGATED VARIETIES. . Patten P.r lai Mrs. Patten }2 50 J'-ssica 250 Grafted and Own-Root Roses ready for Early Delivery. Send for Circular. Choice Varieties of Verbenas. Per 100 1000 Rooted Cuttings our selection..? 75 $6 0(1 Rooted Cutting« Purchaser- Plants. 2H-ia. Dots, our .Nelei-tii.n 2 .='1 20 (HI Plaots, 2i.i in. pet- Entirely sold out of Miss Wilmott cnttin^ and plants. Per 100 1000 elec. $ yo $ 8 (10 3 m 25 00 J. L. DILLON. Bloomsburg, Pa. ( ROOTED CARNATION CUTTINGS Rea(3y for January delivery, clean, healthy and well rooted. Per 100 "Miami Queen" Our new carnation, Cerise Pink *10 00 Enchantress, 2 00 Rose Pink : ;..;.■. 3 50 White ., 3 50 White Perfection, 2 50 Beacon. '.'.'. 3 00 Victory, 2 50 Cash with order or satisfactory references MIAMI FLORAL CO., ''"'';??;r'"'"' 24 N. Main St, Dayton, 0. 1000 $86 00 18 00 30 00 30 00 20 00 25 00 20 00 Geraniums 1000 100 S. A. Nutt and 8 other varieties 2'->-in. pots $20 00 $2 £0 Altemantheras, vellow. rooted cut- tines SO Vincas. Var. 2 in. pots 2 00 Asp. Sprengerl seedlings 7 00 100 Pansy Plants 2 50 Cash. Jos. H. Cunningham, Delaware, 0. Geraniums .All sold until February, orders booked for February and March delivery Nutt at $10.00 Poitevine and Ricard at $12.50 per 1000. PLUMOSUS, $25.00 per 1000 I „„ , .. SPRENGERI I5.C0 per 1008 )■ ^«=«'!' ^o«- ALBERT M. HERR, Lancaster, Pa. South Bend, Ixd. — The busine.=s of the South Bend Floral Co., purchased recently by Adelbert and Charles Kin- yon, formerly with Kiiiyon Bros., will be carried on under the old name. The real estate of the company was in- cluded in the purchase. DBLE. PETUNIA ^ ,, 2 in. $2 00 per 100 Sinilax,2-in.,$1.25 per 100. Abntllons, 3 kinds. 2-iQch.2V2C.Cnpliea.2-in..iHc.Polnsettias, stock planis DC Geraniums, Double Grant. Caslel 3" ildi:$l.l,'°per'lW'^'""'' '° "'"'■ ^*"'"°'"- PRIMULA Primula Obconica,2in.. 2c: 4 in la bud and bloom, also Chinese, Sc. Rooted Cuttings, prepaid per 100. Heliotrope $1.00; Fuchsia, S kinds, ?I.OO: Paris Daisy, v.llow white, ^^l.ai: tnphea,7.Sc. Vinca Varlegata, 90c Coleus, 10 kinds 60c: Altemanthera,3 kinds SOc Agerattun. 5 kinds 60c: Swalitsona alba. ?1 00 Dbl. Petunias, 10 kinds. $1.M. Flowering BegO nias,8kinds,tl ?S. Cash with order. BYER BROS., Chambersburg, Pa. Snow White Sport of Helen Frick Chrysanthemum Special Ccrtlflcate o( Merit at Maryland Hortl- • cultural Society. Heayy Block plants. $3.00 per doien; small stock planta, $2.00 per doien. HENRY EICHHOLZ, Waynesboro, Pa SUGAR Creek. Mo. — Fred Grosschlce suffered quite a loss by fire recently. The American Florist. /an. 2g, Index to Advertisers Advance Co The VI Akron Mcli Co ^'I Allen J K 25 Am Blower Co 53 American Spawn Co, 34 AmlincE C 21 Anderson Flo Co — 29 Anderson S A 29 Andorra Nurseries .. 38 Aschmann Godfri-v.. 43 Atlanta Moral Co.... 27 -Augspurger D & Son 44 Baer Julius 29 Barrows H H & Son . 44 Bassett & Washburn 11 19 Baur & Smith 43 Bayersdorler H 56 B.-aven E A 26 Beckert W C 33 BerninRH G 26 lierrydale Exp Gar.. SS Birtermann Bros Co 28 Bindekunst Verlay... 56 Birmingham Land- scape & N Co ...42 44 Blackistone Z D 29 Black man W Flo Co 27 Blind HL& Bros... 27 Bohhink & Atkins... 3S Boddington AT... 33 41 Hodgir Ino&SonsCo 3( Bolacd J B Co 27 Bowe MA 27 Brant S D +4 Braslan Seed Gro C o .lO Breitmever's J Sons. 27 Bridgeman's 32 Brown A C 2od ..Special Cover Page BrownAllredSeedCo 30 BrunsH N IV Brvf n Alonzo J 34 BudlongJ A 21- Bunvard AT 28 Burpee \V.\ &Co...I\' Byer Bros 45 Caldwell the Woods- man Co - . 26 Carrillo& Baldwin.. 42 Chi Cam C0...I 2od ..Special Cover Page Chi House Wreck Co 53 Chi Rose Co 21 Clark The EB Co .IV Cleveland CutFlo Co 27 Coles & Co 57 Coles W W 42 Cook John 38 Cotsonas Geo & Co. . 26 Cottage Gardens II Cowec W 1 56 Craig Robi Co 42 Crump Frank F 28 C'unningham Jos H . 45 Daniels & Fisher... 28 DardsChas 27 Davton Floral Co... 27 Ueamud J B Co 19 Denver Wholesale Flower Mkt 23 Derby Henry 56 Detrot Flower Pot... 57 Deitsch A &Co \I Diiler Caskey&Keen 53 Dillon J L 45 Dingee & Conard Co 3S Dorner F & Sons Co I DreerH A 32 .S4 Dunlop JohuH 28 Eagle Wire Wks... 56 Edwards Fold'g Box 56 Eichhol/ Henrv 45 Elliott W H 23 Emmans Geo M 4t EytesHG 29 Fisher HA &Co.... 29 FiskeSeed Co .'3 Flower Groweis Mkt 21 Florists' Hail .Ass'n. .56 Flower Shop 28 Foley Mfe Co .54 For Sale and Ren .. 17 Ford Bros 25 FordC S 43 Freeman G L 42 FromentHE 25 Galvin Thos F 28 Garland Geo M Co.. \' Gasser J M Co 28 German Nurseries .. 34 Giatras Geo 44 Giblin & Co VI Goriiam & Chapline. 56 Glide Bros i9 Guttman Ali'X J 25 Harris Jos & Co 33 Hariison Nurseries.. 37 Hartman Hjalmar... V> Hauswirth Florist... 29 Heacock JosCo 40 HeinI Geo A 28 Heinl John & Son. . 27 Herr Albert M 43 45 Herrmann .\ 4S Hess& Swoboda.... 28 Hews A H & Co 57 Hilfineer Bros 57 Hill The EG Co.... I HlDpard E V Hitchings &Co 58 Hoerher Bros 21 HoHman Florist 29 Holm & Olson 27 Holton & Hunkel... 26 Hooker H M Co 54 Hort Trade Journal. 5f. HuntAE&Co 2nd ...Special Cover Kage Hu)it Bros 2nd .Special Cover Page HuntE H 21 46 Igoe Bros 56 IsbellSM &Co 3< lackson & Perkins... 38 Jacobs S & Sons VI lohnson D D 3rd ...Special Cover Page Johnson W W & Son .33 Johnson Heating Co. .5.S Kasting W F Co.... 2.S Kell,rGeo& Sons.. 57 Keller J B& Sons... 27 Kellogg Geo M 27 Kennicott Bros Co.. 21 Ky Tob Product Co. SJ Kesjier Bros 25 King Constructn.4th .Special Cover Page Kohr AK .57 Kramer I N & Son... 57 Krick's Letters 46 Kroeschell Bros Co. . 55 Kruchten John 19 Kuehn C A 26 KuhlGeo A 40 Kuhner Henderson & Co 33 KM.' & Foerster 21 Lag.'r&Hurrell 42 Landreth Seed Co... .'3 Langjahr A H 25 Leedle Flower Co... 45 Lichtenberger J 46 Lord & Burnham .... .55 Loven J G 26 McCallumCo 2« McConnell Alex 27 McCoy LW 28 McCray Relrig. Co 56 McCuUogh'sJM.III 2? McKellar Chas. W.. 21 McKissick Bros 23 Mastin J G & Co.... V Matthews Florists... 27 Mav&Co LL 27 Meyer .lohn C & Co. .S7 Miami Floral Co.. .. . 45 Michigan Cut Flower Exchange 26 Milang .\ug 25 Milang Cbas 75 Miller ES IV Moning'-r J C Co. ... .55 \ Wittbold Watering System The saving in time and labor for one season will pay for a com- plete equipment. For particulars write to E. H. HUNT 76-78 Wabash Ave., CmCAOO I MoonTbeWm H Co 38 Moore Hentz&Nash. 25 Morehead Mfg Co... 54 MorseCC&Co 30 Moshaek Grhs Co.... 44 Munk Floral Co 2< Murdock 1 B & Co.. 23 Murphy William.... 26 Murray Samuel 2^ Myers Floiist 28 Myers & Co VI Nat Flo B ol Trade.. 46 N Y Cut Flower Ex. 25 Niessen Leo Co 23 Cleschlin Ernest. .... 44 (Jeschlin t-rank 44 Palethorpe PR Co.. 53 Palmer W J & Sons. 29 Park Floral Co 28 Pape & Bergman .... 33 Peacock Dahlia Farm 38 Perfect in Chem Co. S3 Peters & Reed Poty 57 Peterson J .A I Phoenix Nursery Co. 38 Pierson F R Co I Piers in U Bar Co... \' Pillsburv I L 44 Pitou Eugene J r 28 Pittsburg Cut Flo Co 23 Pittsburg Florist Ex. 23 PoehlmnanBrosCo21 40 Pollworth CCCo 29 46 FulverizedManureCo 4h (JuakerCitvMchWksVI Randall A L Co 21 Randolph & Mc Clements .54 Raynor J 1 25 Ready Reference. ... 47 Reed & Keller 56 Rc-gan Print Hous... fi, R.iinersM D 27 Rein berg Geo 21 Reiiihi'rRPet.'r 18 Rice Bros 23 Riehe F C Co 42 Robinson Henrv M Co 26 Rock W L Co 28 Roehrs Julius Co. .. . 42 Roemer Fri'dk 32 Rohn.-rt Waldo .'3 Rout/abn Seed Co. ..IV Salzer John .\SeedCo 35 Sander & Son 33 Scheiden & Schoos . 44 Schmidt J C 4.S Schnlz Jacob 29 Shaffer Geo C 29 Sharp Partridge &CoVl Shattls M & Co 56 Shepard's Garden Car Co 43 Sheridan \V F 24 25 Silva Bergthol 17 Sirocco Eng'ring Co 53 Skidelskv & Irwin... 43 Slinn B S Ir 25 Smith .\ W & Co.... 27 Smith Elnifr D & Co 42 Smith (-Jurdon B .... 29 Smith Henrv 28 Smith W& t Flo Co 26 Smith W&TCo..., I Sniits Jacs 38 Stearns Lumber Co. VI Sterling Emerv Wheel Co 46 Stootoff H A Co ,56 Storrs & HarrisonCo 42 Sub Target Gun Co. 54 Superior Mach & Boiler Wks 55 Svrniusi- Potler\ Co 57 imeORnNDiiuiK MANURES Dried.icre«ned and packed In bazs of 100 Iks, each PULVERIZED SNEEP MINURE Pmre - Uniform - Reliable A itronr and quick acting nanure hicklr recomiaended for carnations and ckfrsantkemaBM SHREDDED CITTLE MANURE Eaay to Hutdle and Applj Stronrer and better in eTerr way thaa rearb mftonre. Lasts much loorer ea the benckaa. Uaequalled for malcbiD|r ana Uadiar rosea, li^ald manuring and mixior with bench and i»ottioff selL Used by all the larrest rrowtrs. Ask your supply nan or write for circulars and prices. Tkc Pulverized Mzmure Co^ B2 Union Stock Tarda, cmcAG* Talnindg.- Geo E... 18 Thompson Car Co. 43 ThomsonWm&Son.. 56 ThorhurnJM&Co. IV Totty Chas H IV 41 Traendly & Schenck. 25 Tuckasaigee Evg Co 26 U S RockinjiGrate Bar Co 53 Vaughan'sSeedStori- I IV 39 40 57 Vaughan & Spc-rrv.. 20 Verdegaal P I\' Vick's Sons Jas. ..... I\' Vincent R Jr I 34 VirginUJ 29 Wagmr Park Cons.. 57 vtaite LJ 54 W,rl,er&Don IV Weiland & (.llinger.. 23 Weiland &Risch.... 21 Welch Bros 23 Wietor Bros 20 21 WilksS Mfg Co 55 Wilson RobtG....28 56 Withers lohn T .38 Wmters'n Seed Store 42 Wittbold Geo Co.... 29 Wolf John Z> Wolfskin J W 27 Wood Bros 42 Woodiuft Geo S 32 Woodruff S D & Son 33 Wright CH 26 Young & Nugent 25 Youngs 28 Zangen O V IV Zech & Mann 21 Ziska Jos. 21 Zvolanek .Anton IV Gold Letters Gammed Gold and Pnrple Letters. For inscriptions on Floral Desi8:n8. Best and Cheapest on the Market. Send for samples and prices. J. LICHTENBERGER. 1566 Avenue A, NEW YORK. Telephone: Lenox 5644. KRICK'S FLORIST NOVELTIES Manufacturer and Patentee of The Only Genuine Immortelle Letters on the market. Order at once. 1 164-66 Greene Ave.. BROOKLTM. N. Y Every letter marked. A. HERRMANN, Cape Flowers, all colors, CVcaa Leaves, Metal Desigfns and all Florist Supplies. — Send Tor Prices — 404412 East 34th St., NEW YORK. THE BEST WAY to collect an accomtt !• to place It wiik Oic National Florists' Board Of Trade S« rin* street, NIW TOSK, WHTT Because many dsbton will piytha Board feariBC othenriM a bad raliBi io our Credit Uil. FuU iniorraadoB aa to methods and rates ffiven oo application. I IT IS NOT... wliat you pay for ttie adver- tisement but what the adver- tisement pays you. It pays s 9 % 9 to advertise in the American § Florist. CUT FLOWER AND Design Boxes All sizes, lowest prices. Write C. C. Pollworth Co., MILWAUKEE Sterling Iron Reservoir Vases Chairs. Settees, Hitching Posts, Etc. Complete Catalogue and Discounts Upon Request. The Sterling Emery Wheel Mfg. Co., ohioTs. a. igio. The American Florist. 47 Ready Reference Section 10 CENTS PER LINE, NET; AGERATUMS. Ageratum. Little Blue Star. R. C, 75c: 2U-in.. $2 per 100. Mosbaek Greenhouse Co., Onarga. 111. ^ Ageratum. 3 kinds. 2-in.. $1.50 per 100. B>er Bros.. Chanibersburg, Pa. ALTERNANTHERAS. Alternantheras. strong, well-rooted cut- tings, red or vellow. 50c per 100; $4 per 1000. Brilliantissima, 60c per 100; $5 per 1000. J. W. Davis. 225 W. 16th St., Daven- port, la. Alternantheras, strong, well rooted cut- tings, stock of SOOO for sale, dark medium colors, 50c per 100; $4 per 1000. S. H. l^ong. Glenwood. 111. Alternantheras, red and yellow. R. C 50c: 2i4-in.. $2 per 100. Mosbaek Green- hou se Co.. Onarga, 111- Alternantheras. yellow. R. C, 50e per 100. Jos. H. Cunningham, Delaware, O. ALYSSUM. Alyssum, giant and dbl., 2-in.. $2 per 100. R. Vincent, Jr., & Sons, White Marsh. Md. ARAUCARIAS. Araucarias. E^xcelsa glauca, 6-in.. 3 to 5 tiers, 14 to 20 ins., $1 to $1.50 each; "-in.. 25 to 35 ins.. $2 to $2.50. Excelsa. 3 to 6 trs.. 12 to 26 ins.. 60c to $1.50 each. Ro- busta campacta, 14 to 18 ins., 3 to 4 trs., $1.25 to $1.75. G. Aschmann. 1012 W. On- tario St.. Philadelphia. Araucaria excelsa. 4-in.. $50 per 100. D. V. Augspurger & Sons Co., Peoria, 111. Araucarias, Bobbink & Atkins. Rutherford. N. J. ASPARAGUS. Asparagus plumosus nanus, from 2 U -in. pots, $2.50 per 100; $22.50 per 1,000. Cash with order. Floral Hill Gardens, G. F. Neipp. Prop.. Chatham. N. J. Asparagus plumosus. 2U-in.. $3.50 per 100. Sprengeri. 2U-in-. $2.50; 3-in.. $5; 4-in., $10 per 100. Mosbaek Greenhouse Co.. Onarga, 111. Asparagus plumosus nanus, 2-in.. $3 per 100; 4-in.. $12. Sprengeri, 2-in., $2.50; 3-in., $ 6. D. U. Augspurger & Sons. Peoria. 111. Asparagus plumosus. 3-in.. $4; 4-in., $10 per 100. Sprengeri, 4-in.. 10c; 2^2-in.. 3c. G. Aschmann, 1012 W. Ontario St.. Phila. Asparagus plumosus. 4-in., extra fine large plants, $S per 100. Scharfl Bros., Van Wert, Ohio. Asparagus Sprengeri, 2-in.. $2.50 per 100; $20 per 1,000. Storrs & Harrison Co., Paines- ville, O. * Asparagus Sprengeri. 3-in.. $5 per 100. Plumosus, 2-in., $3; 3-in., $5 per 100. Geo. M. Emmans. Newton. N. J. ^ Asparagus Bristol. Pa. Sprengeri. J. Schmidt, Asparagus Sprengeri, seedlings. $1 per 100; $ T per 1.000. J- H. Cunningham, D elaware, O. Asparagus plumosus, 2-in.. 2c. Byer Bros., Chambersburg, Pa. _^__ Asparagus S"prengeri. 4-in., $5 per 100. F. i\ Riebe. Webster. Mass. Asparagus plumosus, $25 per 1.000. Spren- geri, $15. A. M. Herr. Lancaster. Pa. Asparagus Sprengeri. 3-in., $4 per 100- Poehlmann Bros. Co.. Morton Grove. III. AZALEAS. Azaleas. Jacs SmJts. Naarden. Holland. Azaleas. Geo. A. Kuhl. Pekin. 111. Azaleas, Mme. Pet rick. 75c to $1.2 5, Deutsche Perle. Vervaeneana. Simon Mard- ner. Apollo, 50c to $1.50 each. Easter va- rieties: Niobe, Bernard Andreas Alba, $1.25 to $2.50. Empress of India. Mme. Van der Cru>'ssen, Helena Theilmann. Dr. Moore, Prof. Wolters, Schryveriana, Apollo, Vervaeneana. Simon Mardner, D. Perle, 50c to $2 each. G. Aschmann, 1012 W. Ontario St.. Philadelphia. Azalea mollis. 15 to 20 buds. 50c each; $5 per doz.; $40 per 100; 40 to 50 buds, $1 each; $10 per doz. Vaughan's Seed Store, Chicago and New York. Azalea mollis. 12 to 15 ins., $30 per 100; 15 to 18 ins.. $35. Storrs & Harrison Co.. Painesville, O. BAY TREES 2.000 bay and box trees in all sizes; pyra- mid and standard. Write for list. Julius Ro ehrs Co., Rutherford. N. J. Bay trees. Bobbink & Atkins. Ruther- ford. N. J. BEDDING PLANTS. Bedding stock. Ageratum, alternantheras. alyssum, asters, candytuft, cannas, cinera- rias, carn_ations, geraniums. German ivy, Impatiens Sultani. lobelia, Ian tanas, lemon verbenas, mignonette, moon vines, pansies. pelargoniums, petunias, pi leas, phlox, salvia, smilax, santolinas. stocks, verbenas, vincas. Geo. A. Kuhl, Pekin. 111. Bedding plants. Coleus, Golden Eedder. Firebrand. Anna and John Pfister. $2 per 100; $1S per 1,000. Salvia, $2.50 per 100; $20 per 1,000. Double petunias. Snowdrift and single, mixed, $2 per 100. Heliotrope. $2 per 100. Birmingham Landscape and Nursery Co.. Box 663. Birmingham. Ala. BEGONIAS. Begonias. Vernon and Erfordii, R. C, 90c per 100. J. W. Davis, 225 W. 16th St.. Davenport. la. BEGONIAS, blooming. S best commercial varieties, strong rooted cuttings, $1 per 100. Cash. ChillicQthe Floral Co., Chillicothe. O. Begonia Gloire de Lorraine, Pres. Taft, ,T. A. Peterson, McHenry Ave.. Westwood, Cincinnati. O. Begonias, $1.50 per 100, S. D. Brant, Clay Center, Kans. Rex begonias, 2-in.. $5 per 100, Geo. M. E'mmans. Newton. N. J- Begonia Adolf Menzel. 2l2-in., $2 per doz. Vaughan's Seed Store, Chicago and N. Y. BOUGAINVILLEA. Bougainvillea Glabra Sanderiana, 5-in.. $3 per doz. Storrs & Harrison Co., Paines- ville. O. BOXWOOD. Boxwood. 12 ins., $3 per doz.; $20 per 100. Storrs & Harrison Co.. Painesville, O. BULBS, Impoitea. Bulbs, Lilum tenui folium. L. Wallace!, named L. elegans. single and dbl. tigers. Iris Kaempferi, Iris Germanica. Delphi num formosum, gladioli, callus, cinnamon vines, Madeira vines, oxalis, nnilla. bessera, am- aryllis. zephyranthes, Lycoris squamigera, Co operias. E. S. Miller. Wading River. N. Y. Bulbs, Dutch hyacinths, single. $1.50 per 100; $10 per 1,000. Calla Ethiopica. $2 per 100; $15 per 1.000. Gladiolus America, bulb- lets. $5 per 1,000. Berry dale Experiment Gardens, Route 1, Holland. Mich. Bulbs, begonias, tuberous rooted, single white, yellow, scarlet, pink, 45c per doz. ; $2.50 per 100; $22 per 1,000; mixed, 35c per doz.; $2.25 per 100; $20 per 1.000. Double white, yellow, scarlet, pink. 65c per doz.: $4.50 per 100; $40 per 1,000; mixed. 60c per doz.; $4 per 100; $37 per 1.000. Gladiolus; America. $3.25 per 100; $30 per 1,000; Au- gusta. $1.75 per 100; $15 per 1.000. Brench- leyensis, $1.35 per 100; $11 per 1,000. Mrs. Francis King. $2.75 per 100; $25 per 1,000. STiakespeare, $4.25 per 100; $3S per 1,000. Florists' Mixture, $1.75 per 100; $15 per 1.000. Tuberoses, Dwarf Pearl. 1st size. $1 per 100; $S per 1,000; mammoth size. $1.75 per 100; $12 per 1,000. Vaughan's Seed Store. Chicago and New York, Bulbs, fancy leaved caladiums, choice standard vars., $1.50 per doz.; $10 per 100; new or rare vars., $2 per doz.; $15 per 100; selected new and rare vars., $3,50 per doz.; $2 5 per 100. Tuberous rooted begonias, gloxinias, etc. Henry A. Dreer, 714 Chest- nut St., Philadelphia. Gladioli. Independence, the best red in the market ; also Mrs. Francis King. Giant Pink. Augusta, and Groff's hybrids, genuine stock. Write for prices. Geo. S. Woodruff. Independence. Iowa. Chinese Sacred Lilies, $3 per 100; $25 per 1.000. Dutch Hyacinths, named, single and double, first size. $6 per 100; exhibition size, $10. Dingee & Conard Co.. West Grove. P a. Bulbs, hyacinths, tulips and daffodils. P. Verdegaal. 14 Stone St.. New York. Bulbs, all florists' varieties. H. E. Fiske Seed Co.. Faneuil Hall Square, Boston. Bulbs of all kinds. A. T. Boddington, 342 W. 14th St.. New York. CANNAS. ^^ Cannas. strong 2. 3-eye roots and more true to name, home-grown, not to be com- pared with common southern grown stock. Allemania. Burbank, Austria. Robusta, Metal- lica, $1.50 per 100: $12 per 1,000. Italia," Louisiana, Kathie Gray. Pennsylvania, A. Bouvier. Chas. Henderson. Expl. Crampbell. McKinley. Tarrytown. Wm. Bofflnger, Shen- andoah, Buttercup, Mile. Berat. Louise. West Grove. Alsace. $1.75 per 100: $15 per 1,000. Black Prince Beaute Poitevine. Duke of Marlborough. J. D. Eisele. Crimson Bedder, Papa Nardy, Brandywine, E'gan- dale. Pres. Mevers, Premier, Luray, Flor- ence Vaughan. $2 per 100: $18 per 1.000. Express. E. Hoss. Mme. Crozy, Jean Tissot. Souv. de Ant. Crozy. Queen Charlotte. West Virginia, $2.25 per 100; $20 per 1.000. Alice Roosevelt, W. F. Kastlng, C. W. Ward. Telegraph, Black Beauty, D. Harum. Gladiator, Rich. Wallace. Niagara. $3 per 100- $25 per 1,000. Sam Trelease. Venus. Goldedge. pink, $3.50 per 100: $30 per 1,000. Mt. Blanc. King Humbert, true. $5 per 100; S.45 per 1,000. For other kinds and Cala- diums. Gladioli, Tuberoses, etc.. send for price list. Shellroad Greenhouses, Grange, Baltimore, Md. Cannas. Alsace. Chas. Henderson, Duke of Marlborough, Capt. Dru^eon. Mile. Berat. Defender, Kate Gray, Pennsylvania. $1.7.1 per 100: $15 per 1,000. David Harum, F. Vaughan, $2.25 per 100: $20 per 1.000. Egandale. $2.50 per 100. King Humbert. $6 per 100. W. W. Coles. Kokomo. Ind. Canna roots, home-grown, divisions. $2 per 1»0- $18.50 per 1.000. King Humbert, $6 per' 100: $50 per 1,000. R. Vincent. Jr., & Sons Co.. White Marsh. Md. Cannas. for varieties and prices see page advertisement in this issue. Arthur T. Bod- dington. 342 W. 14th St.. New York. Cannas — See display ad. for special offer- I ings. Mosbaek Greenhouse Co.. Onarga, 111. If You Do Not Find Wtiat You Need In Our , Ready Reference Department, Write Us About it '48 The American Florist. /an. 2g, CARNATIONS. Carnations, Dorothy Gordon. Shasta, Scar- let Glow, Sanganio, Admiration, Alma Ward, Mrs. C. W. Wai-d, Conquest. $12 per 100. O. P. Bassett. Pink Delight. Mrs. rha.,2-in., $4 per 100; 3-in.. $7. Bargains in Latania Borbonica. D. V. Augspurger & .Sons Co., Box 778, Peoria, 111. Palms. Forsteriana. 7-in.. 40 to 44 ins.. $4 each; S-in.. 44 to 48 ins., $5. Storrs & Harrison Co.. Painesville. O. Palms. Bobbink & Atkins. Ruthertoi-d. N. J. PANSIES. Pansies. fine, strong transplanted stock, $5 per 1.000. Mosbaek Greenhouse Co., Onarga. 111. Pansies. German strain, $2.50 per 1,000. F. C. Riebe. Webster. Mass. Pansy plants. $2.50 per 1.000. Jos. H. Cunningham, Delaware. O. PELARGONIUMS. Pelargoniums, Mme. Vibert. Sandi ford's surprise, Linda. Dorothy, Mme. Thibaut. strong. 2-in., $6 per 100. F. H. DeWitt & Co.. Wooster. Ohio. I'elargoniums. $2.50 per 100. S. D. Brant, Cla>- rvnler, Kans. PEONIES. Peonies, all vars., Jacs Smits. Ltd., Naar- den, Holland. Peonies, leading vars., W. & T. Smith Co., Gen eva. N. Y. Peonies only by the wholesale. Best 100 varieties. J. F. Rosenfieldj West Point, Neb. Peonies, sixteen acres. Write for prices. Gilbert H. Wild. Sarcoxie. Mo. I'eonies. a superb collection. Jackson & P.-rkins Co.. Newark. N. Y. PETUNIAS. 1'ftunia.s. dbl.. mixed colors. $3 per 100. R. Vincent. .Ir.. & Sons. White Marsh. M d. Petunias, dbl. (Dreer's), $2 per 100; $5 per 300. J. C. Schmidt. Bristol. Pa. Petunias, dbl.. 2-in.. %i per 100. Byer Bros.. Ohambersburg. Pa. PRIMULAS. Chinepe primroses, 1400 4-in., large jiiants full of bud and bloom, mixed colors, double and single. $7.50 per 100. 3000 Primula obcdnica. 4-in., large plants, mixed colors, full of bloom, fine stock for Easter, $5 per 100. Try them. Alonzo J. Bryan, Washing- ton. N. J. Primroses, obconica, 3-in., $6 per 100; Baby, 2-in.. $2.50 per 100. D. XJ. Augspurger &L Sons Co.. Box 778, Peoria. 111. Primula obconica. full of bloom in 4 and 5 -in. pots. 3.'>c eacli. Mosbaek Greenhouse Co., Onarga. 111. Primula obconica. 10c each. Mosbaek Greenhouse Co.. Onarga. 111. Primula obconica. J. C. Schmidt, Bris tol. Pa. Primroses. Geo. A. Kuhl. Pekin. 111. PRIVET. 50, 000 California privet and Ampelopsis ^'eitchi^, field -grown. Benj. Connell, Merch- antville. N. J. RHODODENDRONS. Rhododendrons, Is ins., S to 12 buds. $9 per doz.; 24 ins.. 12 to 15 buds, $12. Siorrs & Harrison Co.. Painesville. O. Rhododendrons, $6. $9. $12, $15, $18 per doz. Bobbink & Atkins. Rutherford, N. J- Rhododendrons. Jacs StnitSj Ltd., Naar- den. Holland. ROOTED CUTTINGS. Rooted Cuttings, prepaid : Heliotrope, $1 Fuchsias. S kinds, $1. Paris daisies, yel- low and white, $1. Cuphea. 75c. Vinca Var., 90c. Coleus, 10 kinds, 60c. Alter- nantheras, 3 kinds, 50c. Ageratums, 3 kinds. 60c. Swainsona alba, $1. Dbl. petunias, 10 kinds. $1. Feverfew Gem. $1. Flowering begonias, S kinds, $1.25. Byer Bros., Cham- bersburg, Pa. ROSES. Roses. "White KiUarney. R. C. $G.50 per 100; $60 per 1.000; 2>,i-in.. $8.50 per 100; $7.'. per 1.000; grafted. $14 per 100; $125 per 1.000. Pink Killarney. R. C. $4 per 100; $35 ner 1.000; 2>/s.-in.. $6 per 100; .^$55 per 1.000; grafted. $12 per 100; $120 per 1,000. My Maryland. R. C. $4 per 100; $35 per 1.000; 2%-in.. $6 per 100; $55 Der 1.000; grafted. $12 per 100; $110 per I.'OOO. Rich- mond. R. C $3.50 per 100; $30 per 1.000; 2',4-in.. $5.50 per 100; $50 per 1,000. Maids. Brides. R. C. $3 per 100; $25 per 1,000; 2i/.-in., $5 per 100; $43 per 1.000. Cardinal. R. C. $3.50 per 100; $30 per 1.000; 2'^- in.. $5.50 per 100; $50 per 1.000. Am. Beauties. R. C. $4 per 100; $35 per 1,000: 2',4-in.. $7 per 100; $li5 per 1.000. Poehl- mann Bros. Co.. Morton Grove. 111. Roses. Crimson Rambler. 2-yr.. own roots. $2 per doz.; $15 per 100; 2-yr., branched, $2 per doz.; $15 per 100: 3-5'r., own roots, $3 per doz.; $1S per 100; 4-in.. $10 per 100. Tau- sendschon. 2-yr., grafted. $3.50 per doz.; $25 per 100. Lady Gay. 2-yr.. $3 per doz.; $20 per 100. White Baby Rambler. 3-in.. 15c; 4-in.. 25c each; $2.50 per doz.; $20 per 100. Baby Rambler, dormant, field-grown, 3-yr.. $2.50 per doz.; $10 per 100; $1.50 per 1.000: 2nd size. 2-yr.. $2 per doz.; $12 per 100; $100 per 1,000; 3rd size. 1-yr.. $1.50 per doz.; $10 per 100; $S5 per 1.000: pot-grown. 2*,^-in.. 7dc per doz.; $5 per 100; 3-in.. $1.25 per doz.; $S per 100; 4-in.. $2 per doz.; $12 per 100. Vau ghan's Seed Store. Chicago & New York . Roses. Crimson Rambler. 2-yr.. own roots, $2 per doz.; $15 per 100; 2-yr.. branched, $2 per doz.; $15 per 100: 3-yr.. branched, budded. $3 per doz.; $1S per 100; 4-in.. $10 per 100. Tausendschon. 2-yr.. grafted. $3.50 per doz.; $25 per 100. Lady Gay. 2-yr.. $3 per doz.; $20 per 100. White Baby Rambler. 3-in.. 15c; 4-in.. 25c each; $2.50 per doz.; $20 per 100. Baby Rambler, dormant, fleld- grown, 3-yr.. $2.50 per doz.; $16 per 100; $1.50 per 1.000; 2nd size. 2-yr.. $2 per doz.; $12 per 100; $100 per 1.000; pot-grown. 2V.;- in.. 75c per doz.; $5 per 100: 3-in.. $1.25 per doz.; $8 per 100; 4-in.. $2 per doz.; $12 per 100. Vaughan's Seed Store. Chicago & N. Y. Roses, dormant field-grown, own roots. Sweetheart. T. Blumschen. La Fiamma. Trier. D. Perkins. Lady Gay, Debutante. Hiawatha. 12c each. Tausendschon. Barbier. 2 0c. Dingee & Conard Co.. West Grove. Pa . Roses, for forcing, hybrid perpetuals and Ramblers. Jackson & Perkins Co.. New- ark, N. Y. ^ Roses, on own roots, budded, bedding. H. ■ Ps.. hybrids and teas. W. & T. Smith Co.. Geneva. N. Y. . Taft rose. 2^<.-in.. $15 per 100. J. M. McCullough's Sons Co., 316 'Walnut St.. Cin- c i n n ati. O. . Rose.s. Crimson Ramblers, Souperts, Her- mosa. /2-in., $ls per 100. John Cook, 318 Charles St., Baltimore , Md. Roses. 3-in. Wood Bros., Fishkill, N. Y. SALVIAS. Salvia, good strong stock. 2Vi-in,. $2.50 per 100. Mosbaek Greenhouse Co., Onarga, SEEDS. Palm Seeds, Phoenix Canariensis, seed. $1.50 per 1,000. Phoenix reclinata, $2.25 per 1,000, Washingtonia robusta, 75c per 1, Washingtonia filifera, $1 per 1,000. Charr rops excelsa, 75o per 1,000, Smilax, 35c oz.. ^A lb.. $2. Sterciilin divproifnlio a lb., $2. StercuUa diversifolia, Aus- iiciimii bottle tree, 35c per oz. ; i,A lb., $2. Schinus molle. pepper tree. 50c pe'r lb. F. M. Warner, 1100 So. Flower St., Los Ange- les, Calif. Seeds, Alyssum Carpet Queen. $5 per oz. ; tr. pkt., 25c. Phlox Dwarf Fireball, oz., $2.50; tr. pkt., 35c; Roseball, oz., $2; tr, pkt., 30c; Snowball, oz., $3; tr. pkt., 40c: Cicily, oz., $2.50; tr. pkt., 35c; Salvia Fire- ball, oz., $4; tr. pkt., 50c: King of Scarlets, oz.. $10; tr, pkt.. 50c: Zurich, oz., $S: tr. pkt., 50c. O. V. Zangen, Hoboken. N. J. Vaughan's New Crop flower seeds. For varieties and prices see advertisement page 39 in this issue. Vaughan's Seed Store, Chicago and New York. Seeds, Sprengeri, 75c per 1,000 seeds. Petunias dbl. fringed, trade pkt., $1; single, tOc: California giants. 50c. Salvia Zurich, oz., $5: Triumph, oz., $5. Moon flower, white, 35c. W. C. Beckert, 103 Federal St., North Side. Pittsburg, Pa. SeedSj Lobelia Crystal Palace compacta. Salvia. S'plendens and Bonfire, Centaurea Gym.. Coboea scandens. Mignonette, N. Y. Market, Begonia Vernon, Dracena indivisa. Primula Chinensis, Schizanthus "Wisetonensis, Onion Ailsa Craig, Tomato The Don. Weeber & Don, 114 Chambers St., New York. Seeds, onion, lettuce, sweet peas, carrot, celery^ leek, mustard, parsley, parsnip, rad- ish, salsify, C. C. Morse & Co., 4S-56 Jack- son St., S'an Francisco. Calif. Seeds, Cucumber Green Cross, pkg. 25 seeds, 20c; pkg. 100 seeds, 60c; pkg. 200 seeds, $1: pkg. 500 seeds, $2: pkg. 1,000 seeds, $3.50. John A. Salzer Seed Co., La Crosse, Wis. Seeds, beans, peas, sweet corn, onion, beet, turnip, etc. The Everett B. Clark Seed Co., Milford, Conn.; East Jordan, Mich. : Sister Bay, Wis. Seeds, Cauliflower and cabbage. Hjalmar Hartman & Co., 31 Barclay St., New York, and 12 Stormgade, Copenhagen, S'eeds, Phoenix Roebeleni. Sander, T. Mellstrom, Representative, 235 Broadway, New York. Seeds, specialties: Stocks, pansies, cycla- mens, etc. Pape & Bergemann, Quedlinburg, Germany. Seeds for the market gardener. German Nurserie§ & Seed House, Box 245, Beatrice, Neb, Seeds, sweet peas. Christmas Pink and DenzeTj J2 lb . Chas . H-Jfotty, Madisoji^ N. J. S'eeds, flower. Frederick Roemer, Qued- linburg, CJermany. Seeds, all kinds. Bridgman's Seed Ware- house, 37 E. loth St., New York. Seeds, asters. James Vick's Sons, Roches- ter, N. Y. Seeds. Landreth Seed Establishment, Bloomsdale Farms, Bristol, P a. S'eeds, Vick's Quality. James Vick's Sons, Rochester, N. Y. Seeds of all kinds. W. W. Johnson & Son. Ltd., Boston, England. Seeds, all kinds. J. M. Thorburn & Co., 33 Barclay St., New York, Vegetable seeds, plants, sold direct. Cata- logue free. Glick Seed Farms, Lancaster, P a, Seeds, garden, field and flower, S. D. Wo odruff & Sons, S3-S4 Dey St.. New York. Seeds. Crego aster, H-o.z., 60c: oz., $2. Joseph Harris Co., Coldwater, K, Y, Contract Grotyers. iSeeds, peas, beans. Alfred J. Brown Seed Co.. Grand Rapids. Mich. lettuce, asters, ' cosmos and other flower Seeds, beans, cucumber, tomato, radish, pea, muskmelon, squash, watermelon, sweet corn, S. M, Isbell & Co,, Jackson. Mich, Seeds, lettuce, onions, sweet peas, aster, cosmos, mignonette, verbena, Waldo Roh- nert, Gilroy, Calif. Seeds, sweet peas. Anton Zvolanek, Boundbrook, N. J. .''eeds, growers for the wholesale trade only. Braslan Seed Growers' Co.. San Jose, Calif. California seed contracts. Kimberlin Seed Co., Santa Clara, Calif. Seeds of all kinds. A. T. Boddington, 342 W. 14th St., New York, Seeds, field, garden and flower. Rout- zahn Seed Co., Arroyo Grande. Calif. SMILAX. Smilax plants, 2',4-in., $1,60 per 100; $12 per 1,000. Skidelsky & Irwin Co., 1215 Betz Bldg., Philadelphia, Pa, ^ Smilax, 2-in., $1.25 per 100. Byer Bros., Chambersbiirg, Pa. Smilax. Wood Bros., Fishkill, N. Y. SPIREAS. Spireas. J. Smits. Ltd., Naarden, Holland. VEGETABLE PLANTS. Vegetable plants. Cabbage. Wakefield and Succession. $1 per 1,000; $8-50 per 10.000. Parsley. 25c per 100: $1.25 per 1,000. Let- tuce. Big Boston. Boston Market. Grand Rapids, $1 per 1,000. R. Vincent. Jr., & Sons Co.. White Marsh, Md. VERBENAS. Verbenas, rooted cuttings, our selection, 75c per 100; $6 per 1000; plants, 214-in., our selection, $2.50 per 100; $20 per 1000; R C, purchaser's selection. 90c per 100: $8 per 1000: plants. 2ii-in.. $3 per 100: $25 per 1000. J. L. Dillon. Bloomsburg. Fa. Verbenas. R. C, 70c per 100; $6 per 1,000. S. D. Brant. Clay Center. Kans. Lemon Verbena, 2-ln,, $2 per 100. R. Vincent. Jr.. & Sons Co., White Marsh, Md. Lemon Verbena, R, C. 75c per 100 pre- paid. Cash, Chas. Frost, Kenilworth, N. J, VINCAS. Vlnca var,, 2-in., $2 per 100. Jos. H. Cunningham, Delaware, O. Vlnca Variegated, field, $4 per 100. F. C. Ri ebe, Webster, Mass. Vlnca var., R. C. 76c per 100 prepaid, I'ash. Chas.. Frost. Kenilworth. N. .T. VIOLETS. VIOLET&, Baronne A. de Rothschild Is making good everywhere, as the most free and most fragrant single in cultivation. Size and stenl equal to Princess, color a shade darker. Rooted runners or divisions, ready In April. Book your order now, at $6 per 100: $60 per 1,000. F. 'W, Fletcher Co., Auburndale, Mass. Violets, Princess of Wales. 6 per 100, F. C. Rlebe, Webster. Mass. Violets. Wood Bros., Fishkill. N. Y. WHOLESALE CUT FLOWERS. Commission Dealers. Allen, J. K., 106 W. 28th St., New York. Amiing, E. C, 32-36 Randolph St., Chicago, Berning, H, G,. 1402 Pine St,, St. Louis. Deamud, J. B. Co., 61 Wabash Ave., Chi- cago. Denver Wholesale Florist Co., 1433-35 Call- fornia St., Denver, Colo. Flower Growers' Market, 60 Wabash Ave., Chicago. Ford Bros.. 4S W. 28th St., New York. Froment, Horace E., 57 W. 2Sth St., N, Y, Outtman, Alex J., 34 W. 2Sth St., N, Y, Holton & Hunkel Co.. 462 Milwaukee §t., Milwaukee, Wis. Hunt, E. H., 76 Wabash Ave., Chicago. ~ Kennlcott Bros. Co., 48-50 Wabash, Chicago. Kessler Bros.. 50 W. 2Sth St.. New York. Keuhn, C, A.. 1122 Pine St,. St, Louis, Mo. Kruchten, John, 51 W abash Ave., Chicago. Kyle & Foerster, 61 Wabash Ave., Chicago. Langjahr, Alfred H., 55 W. 28th St., N. Y. seeds. John Bodger & Sons, Gardena, Calif. | McCallura Co.. 937 Liberty Ave,, Pittsburg. McCulIough's Sons Co.. J. M.. 316 Walnut .^t.. Cincinnati, Q. McKellar. Chas. W,. 61 Wabash, Chicago. **£^'^19,'5; Y\ ?•, *= ^"'°=' 1619-21 Ranstead St., Philadelphia, Moore, Hentz & Nash. 65-57 W, 26th St New York, Michigan Cut Flower Exchange, 30-40 Broadway, Detroit, Mich, Millang, Aug., 41 W. 2Sth St., New Yo rk. Miilang, Chas.. 444 6th Ave., cor. 27th St~ New Y ork. Murdoch & Co.. J. B., 714 Penn Ave., Pitts- burg, Pa. Murphy, William, 311 Main St.. CinclnnatT Nlessen Co.. Leo. 1208 Arch St.. Phlla. N. Y. Cut Flower Ex., Coogan Bldg., 6th Ave, and W. 26th St., New York. Pittsburg Cut Flower Co., 222 Oliver Ave Pittsburg. Pittsburg Florists' Exchange, 217-233 Dla- mond St.. Pittsburg. Pa. Pollworth, C. C. Co., Milwaukee, Wis. Randall, A. L. Co., 19 Randolph St., Chl- cago. Rice Bros., 128 n! 6th Su Minneapolis, Minn. Raynor, John I., 49th and W. 2Sth St., New York. Sheridan, Walter F., 39 W. 28t h St.. N. Y. Sllnn, B. S., 65-67 W, 26th St., New York, Smith & Co,, 'W, C, 1316 Pine St., St. Louls!^ Traendly & Schenck, 44 W. 28th St., N. Y? Vaughan & Sperry, 62-64 'Wabash, Chicago. Welch Bros.. 226 Devonshire St.. Boston. Wlnterson. E. F. Co., 46-49 Wabash. Chicago, roung. C. & Sons. 1406 Olive St., St, Louis. foung & Nugent, 42 W. 28th St., New York. Zech & Mann., 61 Wabash Ave.. Chicago. Growers. Bassett & Washburn, 76-78 Wabash Ave., Chicago. Bruns, H. N.. 1049-11 W. Madison, Chicago. Budlong, J, A„ 37-39 Randolph St., Chl- cago. Chicago Rose Co., 56-58 Wabash Ave., Chl- cago. Dayton Floral Co., Dayton, O. Elliott, W. H., Brighton, Mass, Hill, The E. G. Co.. Richmond, Ind. Krueger Bros., Toledo, O, Poehlmann Bros,, 35-37 Randolph. Chicago, Reinberg, Geo,, 51 Waba sh Ave., Ch icago. Relnberg, Peter, 35 Randolph St,, Chicago. Weiland & Olinger, 128 E. 3d St.. Cincln- nati, O. Weiland & Risch, 59 Wabash Ave., Chicago. Wietor Bros., 61 Wabash Ave., Chicago, Wittbold, Geo. Co., 1657 Buckingham PI., Chicago. RETAIL CUT FLOWERS. Albany. N. Y. — H. G. Eyres, 11 N. Pearl St. Anderson, S. C. — The Anderson Floral Co., 533 Marshall Ave, Atlanta. Ga. — Atlanta Floral Co., 41 Peach- tree St. Baltimore, Md. — Z. D. Blackstone, 1601 Eu- taw PI. Boston. Mass. — Hoffman, florist, 69 Massa- cliu setts -A-ve. Brooldyn, N. Y. — Robt. G. Wilson, Fulton St" and Green Ave. Buflialo, N. Y. — W. J. Palmer & Son, 304 Main St. Chicago — Hauswirth, Florist. Auditorium Annex, Chicago — Wittbold, Florist, 1667 Bucking- ham PI, Cincinnati, O. — Julius Baer, 138 E, 4th St. Colorado Springs, Colo. — Frank F. Crump. Dayton, O. — Matthews, 16 'W, 3d St. Denver, Colo. — Daniels >& Fisher. . Denver, Colo. — The Park Floral Co, Detroit, Mich. — John Breitmeyer's Sons, cor, Miami and Gratiot Aves, Indianapolis, Ind. — Bertermann Bros. Co., 241 Mass. Ave. Kansas City, Mo, — Geo, M. Kellogg Flower and Plant Co., 906 Grand Ave. Also Pleasant Hill, Mo, Kansas City — S. Murray, 1017 Broadway. Los Angeles, CalIf,^J, W. Wolfskin, 218 W. 4th St. If You Oo Not Fine What You Need in Our Ready Reterence Department, Write Us About It /p/o. The American Florist. 51 Louis\ille. Ky. — J. Schultz, G44 4th Ave. Xpw Orleans, La. — U. J. Virgin, S33 Canal S-.. Hew York — A. T. Bunyard Floral Co., 413 Madison Ave. Omaha, Neb. — Hess & Swoboda, 1416 Far- nam St. Rochester, N^ T. — J. B^ Keller Sons, 25 Clinton St. San Francisco, Calif. — J. B. Boland, 60 Kearney S t. St. Louis. Mo. — Young's. 1406 Olive St. St. Paul, Minn. — Holm & Olson. Terre Haute, Ind. — John Heinl & Son, 129 ■So. 7 th St. Toronto. Ont. — Dunlop's. 96 Yonge St . ' Washington, D. C. — Z. D. Blackistone, 14th and H Sts. Washington, D. C. — A. Gude & Bros.. 1214 F St. Washington— Geo. O Shaffer, 14th and I Sts.. N. T\^ BUILDING MATERIAI. Building material, hotbed sash, cypress, nnglazed 95o each; in doz. lots, 90c; glazed, $1.65 each; doz. lots, $1.60. Pine sash, un- glazed, 90c; doz. lots, 85c; glazed, $1.60; doz. lots. $1.55 each. Building hardware, wire and wire fencing, bolts, hatchets, ham- mers, etc. Chicago House Wrecking Co., 35th and Iron Sts., Chicago. Building material, cypress sash bars, Ten- nessee red cedar posts, pecky cypress benches, hotbed sash and frames, ventilat- ing apparatus, pipe fittings and all supplies needed in new or reconstruction work Fo- ley Mfg. Co.. Western Ave., and 26th St., Chicago. Building material. Cypress is far more durable than pine. Cypress sash bars up to 32 feet or longer. Greenhouse and other building material. Men furnished to super- intend erection when desired. A. T. Stearns Lumber Co., Neponset. Boston, Mass. Building material, cypress sash bars, greenhouse material of any description. "Write for catalogue. John C. Moninger Co., 902 Blackhawk St., Chicago. Building material of all descriptions for all cypress semi-iron frame or truss houses. Hotbed sash and frames. Lord & Burnham Co., 1133 Broadway, New York. Building material, greenhouse material and hotbed sash of Louisiana cypress and Washington red cedar. A. Deitsch Co., 2642 Sheffield Ave.. Chicago. Building material. Louisiana cypress. pecky cypress, hotbed sash. S. Jacobs & Sons. 1357 Flushing Ave., Brooklyn. N. Y. Sunlight double glass sash for hotbeds and €old frames. Sunlight Double Glass Sash Co.. 934 E. Broadway. Louisville, Ky. Building material, cold frames, hotbed sash. Hitchings & Co., 1170 Broadway, N. Y. FANS. Fans. Sirocco. American Blower Co., Dept. A. F., Detroit. Mich. FERTILIZERS. Wizard Shredded Cattle Manure, 100 lbs.. $1.20; 500 lbs., $5; 1.000 lbs.. $8; 2.000 lbs.. $13. Pulverized Manure Co.. 32 Exchange Ave., Union Stock Yards. Chicago. Thomson's vine, plant and vegetable ma- nure. Wm. Thomson & Sons, Ltd., Cloven- fords, Scotland. GAS ENGINES. Akron Oas Engines, 3 h. p., 5 h. p. and other sizes. The Akron Machine Co., Ak- ron, O. GLASS. Glass, Greenhouse glass a specialty; also window glass. Sorague. Smith & Co.. 167-9 Randolph St., Chicago. Glass. High grade, double thick green- house glass. Lord & Burnham, 1133 Broad- way, N. Y. Glass of all kinds and sizes. Sharp, Part- rlage & Co.. 22nd and Lumber Sts., Chicago. Glass, greenhouse, all sizes. H. M. Hooker Co., 120-123 W. Washington St.. Chicago. GLAZING POINTS. Glazing points. Lord & Burnham special glazing nails (points). Lord & Burnham Co.. 1133 Broadway, New York. Glazing points: See the point? Hold glass firmly. Peerless glazing points are the best. No rights or lefts. Box of 1,000 points, 75c, postpaid. Henry A. Dreer, 714 Chestnut St., Philadelphia. Slebert's zinc never-rust glazing points, 2 sizes. % and %, 40c per lb.: 16c extra by mail: 7 lbs., $2.50; IB lbs., $5, by express. Randolph & McClements. Baum & Beatty Sts., Pittsburg. Pa. GREENHOUSE CONSTRUCTION. Greenhouse construction of all kinds and conservatories. Estimates and catalog-ues on request. The Foley Mffr. Co., Western Ave, and 26th St.. Chicago. Greenhouse construction, builders of every type of greenhouse, the most modern de- signs. Hitchings & Co., 1170 Broadway, New York. Greenhouse construction, cypress roof material and all greenhouse fittings. Plans and sketches submitted on request, John C. Moninger Co.. DQg Blackhawk, Chicago. Greenhouse construction, semi- iron green- houses, new truss houses, iron frame houses. Lord & Burnham Co.. 1133 Broadway. N. Y. Greenhouse construction, builders of mod- ern ereenhousps. Myers & Co.. 1122 Betz Bldg.. Philadelphia. Greenhouse construction and equipment. King Construction Co., N. Tonawanda. N. Y. Witt bold cement post moulds. E. H. TTunt. 7P-7!? Wabash Ave.. Chicago. MISCELLANEOUS. Paragon Sprayer. 3 gals.. 5 ft. rubber hose, 5 ft. pipe, 2 spray nozzles. $7; 5 gals., 5 ft. hose, 5 ft. pipe. 2 nozzles, $10; 12 gals., mounted on 2 wheels, 10 ft. hose. IVz ft. pipe, 2 nozzles, $15 ; all brass, mounted on 30 gal. oak barrel, 25 ft. hose, 7 V^ ft. pipe, spray nozzles and triple spray nozzles, $25. The J. M. McCullough's Sons Co., 316 Wal- nut St.. Cincinnati. O. Pansy and Verbena baskets. 9 ins. long, 6 ins. wide. 3 ins. deep, $9 per 1.000; 13 ins. long, 7 ^h. ins. wide, 4 ins. deep, $15 per 1,000. Detachable handles, $2 per 1,000. Coles & Co.. 109 Warren St., New York. Rocking grate bar, saves 10 to 25 per cent coal. U. S'. Rocking Grate Bar Co., 77 Jackson Blvd.. Chicago. Evergreen Brand Flower Fertilizer. $2 per can of 12 lbs. D. D, Johnson Co., 64 Wabash Ave.. Chicago. Meyer's Green Silkaline for tying bou- quets. John C. Meyer Sz. Co.. Lowell. Mass. Pillsbury's Carnation Staple. 50c per 1,000 postpaid. I. L,. Pillsbury, Galesburg. 111. The Mastin Automatic Whitewash and ^praying nxachine. J, G. Mastin & Co., 3124 W. Lake St.. Chicago. ' Superior Carnation staple, 50c per 1,000, postpaid. L. J. Waite, 293 Main St., Spring- field. Mass. Ribbons and chiffons. M. Shattls & Co., 10 Wabash Ave., Chicago. PIPE, FITTINGS, ETC. Pipe, iron fittings, etc., galvanized Iron sash hinges, screw eyes, screw hooks, U-bolts, galvanized iron buckles and wires. Fittings for purlin and ridge supports. Foley Mfg. Co.. Western and 26th, Chicago. Pipes and fittings, cast iron and wrought •pipe, valves, elbows, pipe hooks, automatic air headers, etc. Lord & Burnham Co., 1133 Broadway. New York. Iron fittings, patent iron bench fittings and roof supports. Diller. Caskey & Keen, 6th and Berk Sts.. Philadelphia. Pipe and fittings. S. Jacobs & Sons, 1357 Flushing Ave., Brooklyn, N. Y. Pipe, valve fittings. Chicago House Wrecking Co.. 35th and Iron Sts.. Chicago. Ideal Pine damns. Wm. Moll, 1G64 Co- lumbus Rd.. Cleveland, O. POTS, PANS, ETC. Pots, before buying write for prices. Geo. Keller & Sons, 2614-22 Herndon St., Chi- cago. "NUFF SED." Best red pots are made by Geo. E. Feustel. Falrport. Iowa. The Red Pot. C. C. PoUworth Co. All roads connect with Milwaukee. Pots, red standard. Paducah Pottery Co., Paducah. Ky. Pots, florist red. Peters & Reed Pottery Co.. Zanesvllle, O. Neponset waterproof paner flower pots. Vaughan's Seed Store. Chicago and New York. Pots. Syracuse red, Syracuse Pottery Co.. Syracuse, N. Y. Pots. Standard, all sizes. A. P. Kohr, 2934-38 N. Leavltt St.. Chicago. Paper flower pots, 600,000. Chicago House Wrecking Co., 35th and Iron Sts., Chicago. STEAM TRAPS. steam traps, the Standard return steam trap has no equal tor its simplicity of working. E. Hippard, Youngstown, O. Morehead Return Steam Traps, Morehead Mfg. Co., 1047 Grand River Ave., Detroit. Detroit return traps. American Blower Co., Dept. A. F.. Detroit, Mich. STAKES. Cane Stakes. Standard grade 6 to 8 feet, per 100. 85c; 500 for $3: $6.60 for 1,000. Pipe Stems about 6 feet, per 100. 60c: per 1,000. $5. Vaughan's Seed Store, Chicago. WIRE DESIGNS. Headquarters for wire work. Send for list. P. W. Ball, 31 E. 3rd St., Cincin- nati, O. BOOKS FOR FLORISTS The following books should be in every florist's and gardener's library. A good book on any subject in which you are specially interested is worth years of experience and should be kept conveoieDt for reference at all times. Send prices quoted and we send the books. Practical Floriculture (Peter Hen- derson). — A guide to the successful propagation and cultivation of florists' plants. Illustrated. 325 pages. $1.50. The Horticulturists' Rule-Book (L. H. Bailey). — Contains information valuable to all those engaged in any branch of horticulture. Illustrated. 312 pages. 75 cents. How TO Make Money Growing Vio- lets (Saltford). — This is by a practi- cal grower who has made a success of the business. No grower of violets can afford to be without it. 25 cents. Outdoors (McGaffey). — A breezy lit- tle book of the woods, fields and marsh- lands. Interesting to the lover of out- door sports, the fisherman, hunter cr botanist. Readable from cover to cover. Chrysanthemum Manual (Smith). — By an expert who has given his un- divided attention for twenty years to the improvement of the chrysanthemum and its culture in detail. Profusely il- lustrated. 40 cents. Heating and Ventilating Buildings. (Carpenter). — This book covers the en- tire subject most fully. In the prepa- ration of heating and ventilating plans it will be found a most valuable guide. $4.00. Cabbages, Cauliflower and Allied Vegetables (Allen).— The requirements of the important vegetables of the cab- bage tribe are given here very fully. The book also contains interesting chap- ters on seed raising, insects, pests and fungus diseases common to these plants. 50 cents. 324 Dearborn St. CHICACO American loristGo., ii You Do Not Find What You Need in Our Ready Reterence Department, Write Us About It. 52 The American Florist. Jan 2g, The imerican Florist Company's Directory of Florists, Nurserymen and Seedsmen of the United States and Canada. T (Copyrighted and Title Trade-Mark Registered.) DIRECTORV REVISION. We are revising our Trade Directory of the Florists, Nurserymen, Seedsmen, etc., of the United States and Canada, and as there have been many changes in firm names and considerable extension of the area under glass, nursery grounds, etc., you would greatly oblige by filling out this sheet. "When was business established? * Whom did you succeed? Are you a Florist ? Horticultural Supply Concerns. Grower? Retailer? How many square feet under glass ?* We also list all lines of Horticultural Supply Concerns, such as tnanufac- tureis of Are you a Nurseryman? Wholesale? Retain How many acres operated ? _ Are you a Seedsman? Greenhouse Building Materials, Boilers, Ventilators, Glass, Insecticides, Pots, Labels, Seed Bags, Fertilizers, Wire Designs, Tinfoil, Vases, Implements, Machinery, Sprayers, Seed Cases, Etc. The specialties are also listed under Dealer"! Grower'! WAat are your specialties ? these heads in the case of advertisers, ?^ f$» «$» <^ Firm name Proprietor's name Manager's name Advertising Rates. Including Copy of New Edition. Street PostoSice State 12x145. in that 145 12 . .1 741)- Page (3y2x6% ins.) $25.00 Half page OVjxS^ ins.) IS.OO * t^" To ascertain the number of feet under glass in a given house multiply the length (145 feet) by the width (12 feet) and you have house 1.740 feet under glass, thus One-fourth page (3^2X1% ins.) 9.00 If there are any new firms or trade changes in your vicinity, please give the particulars here: PLEASE FILL IN THESE PARTICULARS AND MAIL THIS SHEET TO American Florist Company, Directory Department. 324 Dearborn Street, CHICAGO. IQIO. The American Florist. 53 (( Nico-Fume Tobacco Paper IS THE STRONGEST BEST PACKED EASIEST APPLIED 24 sheets $ 0.75 144 sheets 3.B0 288 sheets 6 60 1728 sheets:;;;;;"!!!! 35!lO minufactured by THE KENTUCKY TOBACCO PRODUCT CO., Louisville Ky. "LIQUID Furnishes the Most Nicotine for the Money! OVER 40% NICOTINE By far th« CHEAPEST JUST NOTE PRICES Pint $ 1.50 Vi Gallon 6.50 Gallon 10.60 6 Gallons 47.26 THE BEST Bug Killer and Bloom Saver For PKOOr Write to P. R. PALETHORPE COMPANY, Owensboro, K; Miarman's AntipesP INSICTICIDE AND FimGICIDC For the Garden, Orchard and Greenhoose NoD-poisonous and harmless to TeEretatioD. Kills Green Tly, Aphides, Bark Lice. Thrips Mealy Bug, Red Spider, Scale, Wire Worms, Ants and Slutfs. This is the erower's Friend Handy to use. cheap and effective, mixes readily in water. Destroys all insect pests and keeps down filth. Circulars on applica- cation. $1.50 per gallon. Also in quarts, half gallons and in bulk. PERFECTION CHEMICAL CO., FLUSHING, N. Y. Milwaukee. A CRITICI.SM OF THE GROWERS. It is fair to presume that the eccen- tricities, cleverness and shortcoming's of growers located near all distribu- ting centers, will average about the same. This fact renders their exami- nation all the more useful because a greater number may profit by the dis- cussion of their ways, and pass a New Year's resolution to eradicate some of them. No matter who may be the owner of a greenhouse, the commis- sion house, the retailer and the supply market have an interest in it, and a very vital interest at that. Whichever member you may be of this quartet of interests you will not concede the right of the other three to dictate, but you have to recognize the interdependence of the four and see that their appreci- ation of your co-operation is your capital as truly as the dollars you may have invested. Growers are usually most sensitive about things related to their own weakness (we all have our weak spots). Just where he should solicit council, he is inclined to repel it; for this reason these observations are made general as exemplified by local conditions so as not to annoy any friends whom we would like to help by a pointer occasionally. " As business is now conducted the commission house is the pulse of what DETROIT Return Traps in the SteejTi-Hecvted Greenhouse BtTTER THAN A REBATE IN THEGOAL BILL . RICAN BL0WER(K).('^"^)DETROIT.Miai. Tho Oi'o^to I3oe^«» It! Saves 10 to 25% of the coal your boiler is using. Positive guarantee given Send for circular "N" and our famous Lecture on Combustion. U. S. ROCKING GRATE GAR CO., 77 Jackson Goulevard, CHICAGO. GREENHOUSE MATERIAL. 5 - 72x20 Tubular Boilers. 2 - 72x18 Tubular Boilers. 6 - 60x16 Tubular Boilers. 1 - 60x14 Tubular Boiler. 2 - 54x16 Tubular Boilers 2 - 42x10 Fire Bos Boilers 1 - 36x12 Fire Box Boiler. 1 - 36x10 Fire Box Boiler. 2 - 30x 8 Fire Box Boilers. 2 - 54x14 Tubular Boilers. 3 - 42x12 Tubular Boilers. 2 - 36x10 Tubular Boilers. 2 - 48x14 Fire Box Boilers. 3 - 48x12 Fire Box Boilers. All of the above in good condition, for heating service only. Man'elous bargains in Greenhouse Sash and Building Material of all kinds. Cor- rugated Roofing and Siding, Structural Iron, Gutters, Eave Spouts, Hydrants and Valves, 10,000 feet Rubber Hose, 200,000 feet Standard Pipe, can be cut to any length, Soil Pipe, Plumbing Material of all kinds, Feed Pumps. Thoasands of other articles of interest to Florists or Greenhouse men. Send lor our new SCO-page Catalog No. 47. Free upon request. CHICAGO HOUSE WRECKING CO., 35tli and Iron Sts., Chicago. Use our patent Iron Bench Fittings and Roof Supports. ^ IMPROVEOj THE JENNINGS IRON GUTTER. IMPROVED VAPORIZING PANS For Tobacco Extracts, etc. Send for Circulars. DILLER, CASKEY & KEEN, 8. W. Gamer Sixth and Berk Streets PHI1.ADEXJ>HIA. VENTILATING APPARATUS. 54 The American Florist. [an. 2g, we may call the commercial side of our affairs. It is the most economical method for co-operation of growers in serving the retailer, and the more effi- cient the service is made, the better the public may be served, and the fact that the public is our mainstay should never be lost sight of. Of course the public and grower do not come in per- sonal contact. The public has become more critical and exacting, requiring greater skill and efficiency on the part of the grower. This has caused a di- vision of labor whereby the grower can watch his plants more closely, en- trusting the marketings to an agent. The grower's skill is more quickly ap- preciated today than ever before, and his indifference to public requirements likewise rebuked, as evidenced by his financial returns. The grower who puts in 23 good flowers and two in- ferior for a bunch has his number spotted for a boycott by the retail florist. The few who never put in an inferior flower are best known, and their stock is continually asked for in preference to others. It would be quite an education for some growers to read the letters referring to their number. "Don't send me any more No. — 's carnations, I never make good on them." "Give me No. — 's roses it possible or No. — 's as second best." "Can you promise me 500 No. — 's vio- lets for next Monday? No others will do." In this way retailers who can pay the price for good service get to know the growers by number and the com- mission man is obliged to give the stock asked for while it holds out. These differences may be occasioned by quality; there is another factor which will be easiest explained by the following apology written on an in- voice. "This is not your favorite grower, but one who was accommodat- ing enough to make a special trip in town for you; otherwise we could not have filled order on time." There are just a few growers whose stock is not of the very highest grade that become known and appreciated for their readiness to help out in emerg- ency cases. Some pickled stock found its way into the retailers' hands this Christmas for which the growers have received their money, but 10 times the amount involved would be no recompense for the boycotting caused. The commis- sion agent has his oil can out all the time trying to smooth out these petty eruptions that continually come to the surface on account of narrowness of character and near-sighted reasoning. He is between two fires most of the time and for self-protection develops a few tricks of his own. AT THE GREENHOUSES. One prominent feature among smaller plants may be the cause of their sraallness. When going into one of these places one is greeted by an explanation that such a house is in bad shape; they had not been able to attend to it in time and it don't pay to hire help. There are several such growers here; there is usually 25 per cent more stock on hand than the place is capable of housing properly, and only one-half or two-thirds of the place is kept in order. Of the three factors, greenhouses, stock and labor, one cannot make good if either falls below the capacity of the other two. Several growers here did well at first, starting exceedingly small, adding to the plant until it grew beyond their own labor capacity. To save $10 a week on labor and fall short $25 on returns in consequence has been known. We have also seen where the saving of two tons of coal has injured a crop and reduced the returns at least $200, and other instances are not rare. A bench of Asparagus Sprengeri is In full crop; by looking closer one can Attentionll Glass Buyersll GREENHOUSE GLASS. You will save money if you obtain our prices beiore you buy. Quality A. No. 1. Prompt shipmeijts. Hooker's Greenhouse White Paint The most durable white paint for this purpose. Half barrels, (25 gallons), per gal. $1.36. B gal. pails, per gal. $1^ H. M. HOOKER COMPANY, WHOLESALE GLASS AND PAINTS, "•""giJi^Jfe^sS""^ 651-659 Washington Boulevard, CHICAGO. Among Florists itis"THE MOREHEAD" !WHY?' 1)ECAUSE it is giving them service they thought could not be bought ■^ for money. With an installation of a Morehead Return Steam Trap there begins a better growth of flowers, a more even temperature in your greenhouses, a decided decrease in your fuel bill and an infinite period of satisfaction. Let us put your name on our list of "satisfied users." Our "Trap Book" sent on request. MOREHEAD M'F'G. CO., Dept. n, Detroit, Mich. Holly Standard Circulator busy and watch results. SUB-TARGET GUN COMPANY Steam Engineering Department. 216 Bi^ll Street BOSTON, MASS. Crimped Invisible Superior Carnation Staple (patent applied for ) For repairing split carnations. 1000 for 50 cents Postpaid. L. J. WAITE, 293 Main St., Springfield, Mass. see that the older stems were not cut and several layers are decaying; eight or ten months growth is there, and the owner says that as soon as he can get to it he will throw it all out; as it don't pay. This stock has been quite profitable for the last four years and the grower sent in a lot during a dull season last summer when regular ship- pers were being guided by advice from the commission house when and how much to ship, so as not to waste it. During such 'a market our friend dumps a lot in and loses much of it. He can show you how much he sent in and what he got for it; is that not proof that asparagus does not pay? For the sake of argument admit it does not pay, that proof is four months old, none of it has yet been marketed and the bench is not filled with a succeeding crop. To have a bench Idle for four months is "saving labor" we know, but it is not growing anything more profitable. I C. B. W. Write to us about Materials and Plans for any size and style of 6DEENH0USE for new structure or repairs. Hot Bed Sash ^? ^'°'^''. "L ^°^ * »'-'»■ '-»»-'«* ■^..^o.m gj^g required. Pecky Cjrpress for benches, lasting and least expensive. The Foley Mfg. Co., Western Ave and 26th St. CHICAGO. ^ Holds Class Firmly See the Point 49* PEERLESS 4 QIazlnff Points ftre the beat. No rights or lefts. Box of 1.000 point! 75 eta. poatpkld. HENRT A. DREER, 71« CbestBQt St., Pbllft., Pa. ■Wl ^isMiM SIEBERT'S ZINC Nevei Rust GLAZING POINTS Are poBltiTely the belt. Last forever, pver 30.000 pounds now in use. A sure preventative of frlass slipping. Effective on large or email elass. Easy to drive. Easy to extract. Two sizes 5i and H. 40c per lb . by mail 16c extra: 7 lbs. for $2.50 ISIbs. for $5.00. byeipress. For sale t^tlie trade. RANDOLFH G McCLEMSNTS. Successors to cuss. T. Slebert, Banin a Beatty Sta.. Mttsburg. The Florists' Market Place, Our Ready Reference Ad. Dept igio. The American Florist. 55 The Moninger-Furman Boiler (40" Type) A PERFECT GREENHOUSE BOILER STRONG - DURABLE - ECONOMICAL Awarded certificate of merit at six conventions. Now heating 25,000,000 sq. ft. of glass in the U. S. Large illustrated catalogue on request. JOHN C. MONINGER CO., Chicago. 902 Blackhawk Street. We Bumham Smoke box is interchangeable, so pipe can be attached at back, top, sides or bottom if \o\x want to— with- out buying a thing extra— simpl)' a turn of the bolts. LORD AND BURNHAM CO. IRVINGTON. N. Y. New York. Boston. Philadelphia. Chicago ROCKTOBD, III. — The Florists' and Gardeners' Association held its annual meeting and banquet January 17 and elected J. J. Soper, president; Max Sadewater, vice-president, and George Birks, secretary and treasurer. Park Commissioner Fred Carpenter gave the members an interesting talk on parks and civic improvement. The associa- tion will give C. H. Woolsey, the re- tiring president, a banquet March 14. SEE HOW WELL THEY LIKE ME 150 New Establisbments with 2,15S,000 Square feet of gUss hive installed this boiler in 1906. Ask (or lilt ol aseri and get •cqnainted with the men who loiow. Catiloeut and prices oa applioition. KROESCHELL BROS. CO., *^"c,hca"go' WILKS' Hot Water Boilers ARE THE MOST ECONOMICAL Boiler for Greenhouses No Nliht Fireman Keqalrad with oar SELF-FEEDING HOT WATER BOILERS. Send (or Catalog and Prices. S. WILKS MFG. CO., 3S03 Shields Ave. CHICAGO. Steel ReturnTubularBoilers Tlie Most Boonomio^ Type of Boiler tot Greenhouse Hntini^. HicUj reoommended byweU-knowafloricts. JOHNSTON HEATINe CO,, »^,&V^*({,^- Superior to All Others FOR HOT WATER HEATIN6 Superior Machine fc Boiler Works, 84O-850 W. Saperior St., CHICAGO, IIX. Write for prices and cataloeue. 56 The American Florist. Jan. 2g, i Model Extension Carnation Support Made with two or three circles. Ba- dorsed by all the Leading Carnation Growers as the best support on market. Pit. July 27. '97. May 17.'98 GALVANIZED WIRE ROSE STAKES. Write for prices before ordering elsewhere. Prompt •hipmsntguirantaai IGOE BROS., 266 North 9th SL, BROOKLYN. N.T. Uention the American Florist when writing 0. BAYERSDORFER & COL, Florists' Supplies. IIM Arch Street, PHILADELFHIA, FA Send for our new catalogue. Mention the American Florist whe7i writing Wired Toothpicks 10000. tl.75: SO.OOO, r SO. Maoofaotwed by WJ.COWEE, BERLIN, N.T. Sample free. For sale by degklert. EAGLE WIRE WORKS Manufacturers of Wire Floral Designs and Specialties. Catalogue Free. 3238 Ontario St., CLEVELAND, O. Lock the door before tlie iiorse is stolen, and insure your glass before it is broken. PorpartiCQiars coDceralog Hall iDtturance, addreaa JOHN G. ESLER, Secretary REED & KELLER, 122 W. 25th St., NEW YORK. FLORIST'S SUPPLIES. \W Manufacturo all Our Metal Designs, Baskets, Wire Work, and Novelties, and are dealers in Glass- ware, Pottery, Decorative Greens and all Florists' Requisites. We Carry a Complete Line of RIBBONS and CHIFFONS Exclusively. SainpU'S upon Request. M. SHATTLS & CO., Phone Central 5187, 19 Wabash Ave , Chicago Wilson's Corsage=Boaqnet ==HOLDER== Award of "Highly Commended" at the S. A. F. Trade Exhibition at CinciDoati. Holds Corsage-Bouquet securely and gracefully. Prevents damage to apparel. Adjustable to any diameter of bouquet stem. Adaptable to anything from Violets to Roses Does away with Corsage Pins. A handsomely silver plated article and ornamental in itself, Samples to trade. 25c each, by mail postage paid. By the dozen, $3.00, postage paid, Correspoadence solicited. Address Robert G. Wilson, Sreen-AJe!"" Brooklyn, N. Y. Mention the American Florist when writing THE ART OF Floral.... Arrangement. The first special newspaper in the world for floral arrangement. 400 Partially Colored Illustrations Aniually. specimen number free. Subscription, $2.90 yearly. BINDEKUNST-VERLAG, J. Olbartz, ERFURT, GERMANY. Now is the Time To Subscribe to the Horticultural Trade Journal Published weekly. The Largest Brightest aod Best British Trade Publication. Also THE INTERNATIONAL EDITION Published quarterly Annual sub- scription for weekly and quarterly cumbers. One Dollar. (Interna- tional money order). Subscribe today and keep in touch with European markets and topics. The Horticultural Printing Company, BURNLEY. ENGLAND. The Regan Printing House LARCi iims or CATALOGUES wuTi roB nouRis. 91 Plymouth rmce, CHICAGO Plant Bed Cloth For Florists. Gardeners. Truck Farmers, etc. Protects from frost. Best shade in summer. Sold by leading seedsmen. Waterproof Sheeting, Hay Caps, Etc. HENRY DERBY, 123 F Cliambers St., New York. Mention the American Florist when writing Gorham S; Chapline Printcry i-- ^r^i^'^^rf. HALFTONES, ENGRAVINGS and PRINTING FOR FLORISTS. 58 Dearborn Street, CHICAGO. fW~ Haa stood the test of over a Quarter of a Century. THOMSON'S Vine, Pl*nt and Vegetable MANURE UNBIVALLID FOS Vines, Tomatoes, Cucumbers all Plowerinf, Foliace and Fruit l>earlnc Plants, VegeUblss, Lawns, etc. The result of many yearn practical experience. mtncT PLANT FOODS Sold by Leadiae American Secdsaaen. Thomson's Special Chryaanthemnm and Topdresaing Manure. Freiiht paid en enantilies. Write for enr •peclal eSer te the American trade, pssipblets, sxeats' drcnlsrs.elc. te sole BUken, WM. THOMSON S SONS, Ltd., Tweed Vlneyutl, Clovenforrii, ScotUnd are easy to kill with The Fumigating Kind Tobacco Pov^der $3.00 per bag 1 00 lbs. Satisfaction gnaranteed or money back} why try cheap suustituteA tiiat malEers do cot dare to guarantee ? THE H. A. STOOTHOFF CO., MOUNT VERNON NEW VORIC. CUT FLOWER BOXES EDWARDS FOLDING BOX CO' MANUFACTURERS PHILADELPHIA, PA. Florists' Refrigerators Write us for catalog and prices, stating size you require, and for what kind of cut tiowers you wish to use the refrigerator: also state whether you wish it for display or only for storage. McCray Refrigerator CoJ 960 Mill Street, KENDALLVILLI, IND. igio. The American Florist. 67 i^o*e 46 99 HEWS STANDARD POTS XJS... POT MAKERS FOR 140 YEARS WORLDS LARGEST MANUFACTURERS Pearson Street, LONG ISLAND CITY, N. WRITE FOR CATALOG AND DISCOUNTS. A. H. HEWS & CO. Inc. Established 1 765, CAMBRIDGE, MASS. 452-460 No Branch St., CHICAGO ILL. All The Clay FOR OUR Florists' Red Pots Is prepared by passing thioueba screen 1500 meshes to tbe square incb. If in a hurry for pots order from us. We ship over five lines of railroad by river or interuiban. Write for catalogue showing: all tbe articles we make for florists' use. THE PETERS & REED POTTERY GO. Z&NX:SVII.I.E, OHIO. standard Flower Pots! Packed in small crates, easy to handle Price per crate 1503 2-in., in crate, $4.8S 1500 IVt '■ 5.25 1500 2^2 ■• (i.OO 1000 3 ■■ 5.IIII 800 3V2 ■■ 5.80 501 4 4.50 456 4H ■' 5.24 3;0 5 4 51 210 5H 5 78 Seed pans, same price as pots Price per crate 144 6-in.,in crate, $3.16 120 7 ■■ 4.20 60 8 '• 3.00 HAND MADE 48 9in., incraie, $3 60 48 lO " 4.S0 24 11 •■ 3.60 24 12 " 4.80 12 14 ■■ 4.80 6 16 ■• 4.50 Send for price ea pans, same price as pois, ocdu iui piiuc list of Cylinders for Cut Flowers. Hansing Baskets, Lawn Vases, etc. Ten per cent off lor cash with order. Address HILFINGEK BROS. POTTERY: Fort Edward. N.Y. or August Rolker & Sons, New York Agents 31 Barclay Street, New York City, Mention the American Florist when writing MISSION PLANT BOXES. Are the best and cheapest plant boxes in the market for lar^e plants, boxwoods, bay trees, etc. They are attractive in de- sign, strone and durable Suit- able (or either outdoor or in- door use. Write for prices, WAGNER PARK CONSERVATORIES, Sidney. Ohio. Those Red Pots IDAROS** PULL SIZE AND WIDE BOTTOMS, BULB PANS AND AZALEA POTB. DETROIT FLOWER POT IWrT, lARRT BALSLEY. DETRIOT. MICH. Bep. 490 Hovrani St Standard Flower Pots Porosity and Strenftb Unsurpassed. Write for pricas, A. F. KOHR 2934-36-38 Leavltt St., CHICAGO MEY[R GREEN SILKALINE For sale by all Responsible Houses throughout the country. Be sure that each spool is marked: IVfeyer Green Silkaline and take no other. Price $1.25 per lb., 8 spools to the lb. — 16 oz. actual weight of thread. Manufactured by JOHN C. MEYER & CO., i449 Middlesex St., Lowell, Mass. Pansy and Verbena Baskets. Small Size Measure 9 inches long, Per 1000 6incheswide, 3 inches deep $ 9,00 (Put up 500 in a crate,) Large Size Measure, 13 inches long, 7^2 inches wide, 4 inches deep 15,00 (Put up 250 in a crate,) Detachable Wire Handles for either of the above 2.00 Have ten other sizes. Send for descriptive circular, COLES & COMPANY, 109=111 Warren St, NEW YORK. Neponset Waterproof Paper Flower Pot WON'T BREAK. COSTS LITTLE. Vaughan's Seed Store, NEW YORK: 25 Barclay St. 84-86 Randolph St., CHICAGO. Kramer's Pot Hangers For sale by Wholesale Seedsmen. Florists and Supply Dealers. Price. $1.00 per dozen by express. mple dozen by mail. $1.25. I. N. KRAMER & SON, Cedar Rapids, Iowa Mention the American Florist when writing 6E0. KELLER & SON, Manatactarcn o< Red Pots Before'bnTlatr write for yricM. 2614-2622 Berulon SL, CHIOAaO. SYRACUSE RED POTS Prompt shipments guar antced. We have a large stock of well made and well burned pots on hand for the trade of 1910. Our terms are as eood as the best. Our catalogue on application. SYRACUSE POTTERY CO. I SYRACUSE, N. Y. Mention THE FLORIST When Writing Advertisers. 68 The American Florist. [an. 2g, Descriptive particulars — with drawings or photographs, if possible — of any new appa- ratus or device which may prove helpful to -the trade are solicited for this department. Size of Hot Water Flow Pipes. Ed. AMERICAN Florist: — • I have a house 28x200 feet piped as follows: A 5- inch flow running 10 feet above the boiler from which run two 2% -inch mains, hung on columns on a decline to end of house, there dropping into six 2-inch returns each, returning under benches on a decline into boiler. The overhead flow pipes get very hot the entire length of house, but the returns under benches become so cool that by the time they enter the boiler they are about lukewarm. Do you think that larger flows are necessary, and what size? The above is a hot water system. The tempera- ture desired is 50° to 55°. Would like to add that the 2 % -inch flows are taken off a 4x5 caulked tee, which will not allow a larger size pipe than 3'/4-inch being used. H. A. M. The trouble with the heating sys- tem is probably due to the fact that the two 2 14 -inch mains have to sup- ply about 1,800 square feet of radia- tion which is fully twice as much as is desirable. The remedy will, of course, be to double the number of the flow pipes, or better yet to put in three ad- ditional flow pipes, and take out two of the returns, thus leaving two returns for each flow pipe. If, as is under- stood, it is necessary to connect with the main by means of a 31,2 -inch pipe this should be increased to 4-inch and broken up into the five 2V4-inch flows just as soon as possible. The returns should be of the same capacity as the flow pipes. Unless the returns are well above the top of the boiler it will be well to carry them with a very slight fall towards the boiler, as the higher they are the better will be the circulation. A drop of one foot in 15 or 20 will answer, provided care is taken to give the pipes an even grade, so that the air cannot collect. It is always better to keep the returns as high as possible and then drop vertically than to carry them at a steep pitch so that they will be nearly as low as the inlet at the boiler end of the coil. L. R. T. Greenbouse Building. Rhinebeck, N. Y. — J. Vender Lin- den, four greenhouses, each 18x200 feet. Cohoes, N. Y. — F. Fennell, one greenhouse, 22x100 feet. Lebanon, O. — Dr. J. Q. Mulford, two greenhouses 20x79 feet. Kankakee, 111. — Raasch Bros., one greenhouse 47x200 feet. "HArL, Aix HAH, Secretary Wilson and his plant department," says the Chicago Inter-Ocean, who has heard from the press bureau of the depart- ment, that the secretary thinks it pos- sible to procure a puckerless persim- mon. A Light House Is the Only Right House and you don't have to look twice to see how light this house is. It is our Flat Iron Rafter Construction— strong, rigid, durable—the result of years of experience in the development ol hiyh grade greenhouses. You cannot afford to to ahead with the building of your houses until you have investi- gated our method of building them. Drop us a line. Designing and Sales Office 1 1 70 Broadway New York Gcn*l Offices and Factory. Elizabeth. N. J. Hitcliings & Company! The Mystery of Color. "Color is food for the eye," as an eminent scientist has said, "without which the vision would be so weary that the brain would become a prey to melancholy, and even bodily health decay." Indeed, many doctors state that we have not yet sufficiently learned or appreciated the medical value of hues; experiments have been tried now and again, but on no vast scale, and have gone to prove that red, yellow, green, violet and blue, as well as white and black, have a real influence upon both mind and body. To the gardener there is practical as well as poetic interest in all this; it is not too much to say that by the right use of flower colors he can add to the cheerfulness and well-being of the occupants of the home. Naturally, the beds and borders immediately be- fore and behind the house are the most important in this respect, but the whole of the pleasure grounds should possess healthful influence, and distant masses of brilliance, if suffi- ciently large, are certain of effect as seen from the building. Many residences, small as well as large, are grey or white, and, if these have on either side a north aspect, the absence of sunshine upon them leaves a sad note in the landscape. To plant dark evergreens by such homes, and then have few gay-colored flower- ing plants, and those few dotted about so that they give no display, is to make the scene additionally mournful, and miss a fine opportunity, for white walls and deep green foliage are the perfect background for gold and Ver- million, or carmine and purple blossoms. Scarlet is, no doubt, the most valu- able hue, but it is infinitely improved by being associated with a great deal or orange and of gold, the absence of sunshine scarcely proving notice- able where the two latter are repre- sented in sufficient quantity. Crimson is much less advisable, unless it is largely accompanied by purple and mauve, which lead the warm tone down to white, grey or cream. A Crimson Rambler rose on a grey house does not materially enliven it there- fore, but the scarlet of the g'eranium certainly achieves wonders; there is great need of a scarlet-blooming climber sufficiently hardy for north or north-east walls; the gorgeous flame flower, Tropaeolum spcciosum, should always be trained up painted wire netting, but is so uncertain that it may die, or prove flowerless. Last year a noteworthy experiment was tried upon a north front of a dull grey house; this was the partial cov- ering of the walls with a trellis painted vermilion. When yellow variegated euonymus had partly clothed the base, and the white rose, Aimee Vibert, had mounted above it, the effect was al- together admirable. A few golden privets were induced to thrive in a side border facing west, and scarlet geraniums, orange and yellow day lilies, and montbretias were lavishly employed in the beds, aided by golden calceolarias and pansies. Tropaeolum speciosum flourished on the east side of an outstanding rustic porch, where it received shelter, and amber-tiled window boxes, filled with fuchsias helped in the whole result. — Garden- ers' Magazine. Seems. Very many of the perfumes of an earlier age would not be tolerated at the present day. They were largely obtained from animal sources, and were heavy, clinging, and, according to modern notions, very disagreeable. Civet, to which Shakespeare frequently alludes, was in common use in Eliza- bethan times, but anybody scented with it now would be quickly shown the door. Though mention is made of various flowers, perfumes extracted from gums and aromatic herbs seem to have been preferred. They were supposed, says the Journal of Horti- culture, to have some mysterious in- fluence in keeping disease at bay, and, curiously enough, modern science shows that some of them may have had that effect, and they are now placed among disinfectants or destroy- ers of disease germs. Though most perfumes can be, and often are, pro- duced by artificial means, they are still very largely obtained from flow- ers, and enormous quantities of jas- mine, violets and roses are grown with this special object. The com- monest method of extraction is to lay the petals in shallow pans containing clarified beef or pork fat, and to re- new them daily so long as the same kind of flowers is procurable. The fat seems capable of absorbing an almost indefinite amount of essential oil, and all that is done to it is to scratch its surface with a knife so as to ex- pose a fresh surface when each jiew layer of petals is placed on it. Ame ftOKIST ffmsrica is "the Prow of the I/esseI; thErs may bs more comfort JJmidships, but we are the Urst ta touch Unknown Seas, Vol. XXXIV. CHICAQO AND NEW YORK, FEBRUARY 5, 1910. No. 1131 The American Florist Twenty-fifth Year. Copyright, 1910, by American Florist Company. Entered as Second-Class Matter Nov. 11, 1891, at the Post Office at Chicago. Illinois, under act of March 3, 1879. Published Every Saturday ey AMERICAN FLORIST COMPANY, 324 Dearborn St., Chicago, Long Distance Phone : Harrison 7465. Eastern Office : 1 133 Broadway, New York. PbUadelphla, Pa.: Robt. Kift, 1 725 Chestnut St. Registered Cable Address : Ameflo, Chicago. Subscription, United States and Mexico, $1.00 a year; Canada, $2.00; Europe and Countries in Postal Union, $2.50. Subscriptions accepted only from the trade. Vol- umes half yearly from August, 1901. Address all correspondence, subscriptions, etc., American Florist Co., 321 Dearborn St., Chicago. SOCIETY OF AMERICAN FLORISTS AND ORNAMENTAL HORTICULTURISTS. Officers — F. R. Pierson. Tarrytown. N. Y.- Pros.; Fred W. Vick. Rochuster. N. Y.. Vice- Prc's.; H. B, Dorner. Urbana. 111.. Scc'y; Wm. F. K.\sting. Buifalo, N. Y.. Tri-as. Next meeting at Rochester. N. Y., August. 1910. THE AMERICAN CARNATION SOCIETY. Next annual convention and exhibition at Boston. Mass.. March. 1911 Fred. Bukki. Pittsburg. Pa.. President: A. F. J. Baur. Thirty- eighth St. and Senate Ave.. Indianapolis. Ind.. Secretary. AMERICAN ROSE SOCIETY. Next aDDual meeting and exhibition at New ^ork. March 16-18. 1910. Aug. Poehlmann. Chicago. Preiident; Benjamin Hammond, Fish kill-OD' Hudson. N. Y., Secretary. AMERICAN PEONY SOCIETY. Seveith aoDual meeting at Horticultural Hall., Boston. Mass.. June 1910. B. H. Farr. Reading Pa., Pres.: A. H. Fewkes. Newton Highlands Mass. Sec'y. Our Supplements. Subscribers should see that they get copies of the fine supplementary illustrations showing high grade design and decorative work. These fine supplements appear with each issue and should be carefully preserved, as they mean much to the retail florists in dealing with their customers, illustrating as they do the various kinds of work that the everyday florist is called upbn to perform. The papers in which the supplements appear should be likewise preserved, as they contain much valuable data with regard to these special Illustrations. Subscribers should see that they get every Issue as otherwise they may miss lome.of this Ugh grade work. THE WEEK AT PEACEFUL VALLEY By The Optimist. Seasonable Work, The past week has been given up to seasonable work, as potting up the rooted carnation cuttings, making up the first batch of chrysanthemum cut- tings (new varieties) and shifting some 2-inch geraniums into larger pots. We are following the usual pro- cedure, hereabouts, with our young carnation stock, which consists of pot- ting on to 2-inch from the sand, and then, when well rooted through, plant- ing out in flats, about three inches apart. This method works well and gives good healthy stock for planting out the end of May. We find ourselves overstocked with geraniums this year, having propagated a lot for fall sales. The fall sales proved a minus quan- tity, and we now find ourselves hard pressed for room. It looks as though we would have to carry them through for May and June sales. Memoran- dum for next year: "Grow only enough geraniums for retail sales." At the best prices obtainable there is no profit in them for us, and if over- stocked the surplus must be sold far below cost. We don't like that kind of a crop at Peaceful Valley. How many of my readers can tell just what it costs them to grow 1,000 geraniums from October 1 to May 30? Will some of those not specialists please answer this inquiry. The geranium factories need not answer. I take it for granted that they find some profit, or they would .?row something else. The Meat Boycott. The whimsical protest of the people against the high prices of meat is now in full swing, all over the country. It is a good thing, in two ways: It voices a warning to the representa- tives of the people in the house and the representatives of the tr-usts in the senate, that the aforesaid people are getting restive, and it also will show us that we can get along with much less meat, and still remain healthy and happy. But, as affecting the meat trust, it will probably result in their profit. Every reduction they may be forced to make, as a result of this agitation, will be taken out of the cattle raiser, or out of the consumer, finally, and threefold. They have the power to fix the price and they do so. At the time of the big coal strike, the coal trust, after government interven- tion, compromised with their men, and gave them about nine cents a ton more for mining coal, at least that was about what it amounted to. The consumer has been paying at least $1 a ton more ever since. It was necessary, you know, in order to pay the advanced wages. The eastern railroads are now considering a raise of about 10 per cent in wages of their employes, but they wish to advance freight rates from 20 to 30 per cent, so that they can afford to do so. Eat meat or re- frain from meat, as it seemeth to you good, but don't for a minute think that the meat trust cares particularly, except as the agitation may force legis- lative or court action. Wonderberry or Blunderberry. I notice that, despite the hue and cry raised last year against this plant of Burbank origin, the introducer is pushing it this season, harder than ever. This speaks well for his cour- age, and few will dispute that J. L. C. has also a fair share of discretion. We have this plant, at Peaceful Val- ley, but confess that we have never given it much attentian or a fair test. When it first fruited, we did not like its taste, and being neglected, the plants soon became choked with weeds. Later, some of our neighbors informed us that the fruit, after re- maining on the plants two or three weeks, became quite palatable, and was especially fine for pies. So I do not really know whether this new fruit is a wonderberry or a blunderberry. But that it is the common nightshade or that it is poisonous, I do not be- lieve. As a yielder of fruit, it is cer- tainly a wonder. Next season we shall give this plant a thorough test and satisfy ourselves whether it is a won- der or a blunder. How all the little dogs did bark and snap at Luther Burbank, when the first unfavorable reports came in. It was a good chance and they improved 60 The American Florist, Feb. 5, it. "The Optimist" has known Luther Burbank, lo, these many years. He knew him when many of these critics were probably in the kindergarten, or should have been. While I never placed him on a pedestal, or joined in exploiting him as a marvelous "wizard" of horticulture, I did know. him as an honest man and a tireless worker. I can not believe that all this magazine "gush" has so turned his head as to completely change the nature of the man. To those who think that the book of Burbank is closed, I would say: "Wait until the final chapters are written." THE ROSE. WM. H. Elliott, Brighton, Mass., says he will discard Richmond for Rhea Reid, the latter producing bet- ter stems and more blooms with him. Propagating. It is now time to turn our attention to the propagation of the young rose' stock by cuttings. In our last article we gave a detailed account of propa- gating by the grafting method, so we will now endeavor to offer a few timely suggestions in reference to rose cuttings. In almost every section of the country we may find excellent stock grown on own roots; this we ihink is due chiefly to the soil, which must be especially adapted to the cul- ture of own-root stock. At all events where such soil is found there is little need of grafting and as there is a general demand for good stock on own roots as well as for grafted stock it is quite essential to be ready to of- fer the trade only one grade of stock, the best, and in order to do this a thorough competent man must be put in charge of the propagating house and kept there. To begin with the benches in the propagating house should be thor- oughly overhauled. If it should be a wooden structure remove all the boards showing decay. If new benches throughout the house are required we would suggest replacing the wooden benches, using a bench with a bottom made of bricks. A bench of this kind will last many years and it is a simple matter t9 construct it. The very cheapest grade of bricks (that are not burned too hard) will answer every purpose. If the bench is to be built against a wall (that is a side bench) begin by spiking a row of 2x3 bench legs against the wall. Then measure off the width from the wall desired to make the bench, and stretch a line for the outside row of bench legs. The legs should be about four feet apart, and they should rest on cement piers. After cutting the legs to correspond in height with the row against the wall, nail a 2x3-inch Georgia pine cross- piece from one post to the other. This forms a bridge for the stringers. Now take some strips one inch square and cut them in 9-inch lengths and nail them against the wall over the posts. Against these strips and resting on the cross-pieces nail a 2x3 scantling, running it the full length of the bench. A 6-lnch board resting on this scantling and nailed to the back strips will furnish the back to the bench, leaving an air chamber behind WM. F. KASTING. Treasurcr-Ek'Ct Society of American Florists. the bench which should be tightly closed at the top by nailing a lx2-inch strip over the opening the full length. We are now ready to finish the bot- tom. Take another 2x3-inch scantling and run it the full length, but, before nailing it, take a brick and place it against the stringer at the back and move the next stringer out far enough so that the brick will rest on half of it — and so on until the bench is of the width desired, leaving the last row of bricks fair with the outside row of posts and covering the outside stringer. A face board can now be nailed on, using either a 12 or 9-inch board as desired, letting the facing project about four inches above the bricks. This will allow four inches of sand in the bench when finished. Place the bricks flat side down on the stringers and as close together as they can be made to fit; then go over the whole and cement up all the cracks. Do this carefully and avoid covering the surface with cement as it would destroy the drainage which the porous brick furnishes. We are now ready for the sand. Use a medium grade of sharp bank sand absolutely free from any vegeta- ble or foreign matter. After filling the bench and leveling carefully, give it a good soaking and pack it as firm as it can be done; don't be afraid of overdoing this packing. Before at- tempting to make the cuttings be sure that the sand can be brought up to a bottom heat of 65° to 70°, with the temperature of the house overhead 50°. This will require a curtain to retain the heat under the bench. A better way would be to board it up with thin boards with doors here and there wide and large enough to have easy access to sand and other material that can be stored underneath. Also provide a tank or several barrels sunk in the ground to furnish water for sp;-aying the cuttings, as this should be of the same temperature as the house. Use dairy thermometers to de- termine the temperature of the sand; these should be placed 10 or 15 feet apart. Select only perfectly healthy and clean wood for the cuttings. On al- most any of the varieties an abun- dance of heel cuttings can be pro- cured which make excellent stock. A heel cutting is a short growth of three or more eyes cut off where it Joins a previous growth and they should be just about ripening up at the tips to strike easily. Do not take off the wood too close at this season as the very best of wood is obtainable in February. Sprinkle the wood often, laying it on clean paper in a cool place where the cuttings are to b^ made up, and do not take off more wood than can be easily made up be- fore wilting. Also place the cuttings in the sand soon after making them, keeping them sprinkled constantly. The Killarneys, both pink and white. igio. The American Florist. 61 H. B. BEATTY. Retiring Treasurer Society of American Florists. throw very little blind wood, so if one desires to get up a large stock of these varieties it is necessary to use flowering wood. Select the wood as soon as the buds show color, using the short, slender stems of uniform ripe- ness. The same must be done in ref- erence to evenly ripened canes when taking American Beauty cuttings, only, in the latter case, the canes may be apparently blind but not too long between joints. Killarney and Beauty cuttings can be made up into two sized cuttings, taking off tlie leaf above the lower eye and making a clean slanting cut just below the ViOt- tom eye, nearly touching it. Do not trim the foliage too liard. A little room may be saved by doing this but it is not necessary otherwise. The average cuttings from Bride, Bridesmaid, Richmond, Killarney, My Maryland, etc.. can be placed about one inch apart in the rows and far enough between the rows to allow a free circulation of air; about three inches will be right. The Beauties will perhaps take more room and should be placed so that the foliage does not overlap. Use an old table knife with a 3-inch blade to open up the rows and try to open up the sand about the same depth. The cuttings which are to be planted will vary somewhat according to the size they are made. They should be packed firmly with the finger tips after plac- ing and labeled carefully. If any part of the sand reaches a temperature of 70° this is about right for My Mary- land. Give the sand and cuttings a .good soaking after putting them in and syringe or spray them overhead on all bright days, doing this early. If the house is to be used throughout the season for propagating a perma- nent shade can be put on the glass, but for the best results we strongly advocate the use of cheese cloth or common cotton cloth arranged so it can be drawn up or down on wires, to be used on bright days and re- moved during cloudy weather. The shape of the house will suggest an idea of how this cloth shading should be arranged and it will be found to work with great satisfaction after the cuttings begin to make roots, for they can then stand some light late in the afternoons on clear days, which will in a measure cause them to receive less of a check when being potted off before they become established. They should be ready to pot off in from 21 days to four weeks, according to the weather and attention given them. E. Westport, Conx. — Edwin B. Jen- nings has been stricken with hemorr- age. Fall River, Mass. — The G. L. Free- man Co. has been incorporated to raise and deal in orchids. Geo. L. Freeman will be president of the new corporation. Roses in the Soutb. The past fall and the winter so far have been exceptionally clear and cool, even the inevitable warm spells being dry and of very short duration. The roses, consequently, have madf vigorous growth and produced fin* flowers. As the days lengthen th^ plants will require rather more water and plenty of fertilizer. The teas and hybrid teas are throwing up numerous ground shoots and for these to develop proportionate flowers plenty of fertil- izing is necessary. Use the bone flour, blood, sheep manure and manure wa- ter as directed in former articles. American Beauty will probably require a little special treatment. If the shoots are growing strong, rank and threaten to reach the glass they can be stretched across the bed and trained up another stake. Where the foliage touches the ground it can be removed and so avoid damage from black spot. Keeping the beds on the dry side for a couple of weeks or even longer has a tendency to develop buds on the shoots, after which plenty of water and fertilizer are in order. The most fruitful source of black spot in the south is leaky roofs. Amer- ican Beauty is very sensitive to drip and where this cause is eliminated black spot hardly ever develops. Of course, a serious check of any kind may bring it on but where the roof and gutters are good there is little to fear from it. The ventilators will re- quire close watching now especially in the morning so that old Sol may not steal a march on the grower. As soon as the thermometer reaches 65° the ventilators must be raised slightly and no other work must interfere with this operation. Raise them by degrees as the thermometer rises and lower the same way in the evening as it falls. Thrips is very liable now to show up at any time and it is better to take precautions against it than try to kill the insects after they have nearly ruined a crop. Use red pepper on the punk papers or distribute pyrethrum powder with the bellows. This is generally a persistent enemy in the spring but he can be effect- ually checked by using either of these remedies. Wm. Leab. Roses for Easter. Ed. American Florist: — I have a house of field-grown Kaiserin and Killarney which I would like to get in bloom for Easter. The plants were lifted in November and planted on raised benches in a tem- perature of 50° until they showed root action and broke, then the night tem- perature was raised to 58° to 60°. The plants are clean and healthy, but fail to make heavy growth or break at the roots. Subscriber. We would have preferred a lower temperature for the roses lifted in November, which would have kept the heads dormant until the new year, when they should have been cut back fairly hard and started at 50°, gradu- ally raising the temperature as the growth developed until 58° was reached. "Subscriber'' should even now cut back any growth that appears to be breaking weakly, look after the 62 The American Florist. Feb. 5, roots carefully and avoid overwater- Ing, and probably with the increased light good bottom shoots will be pro- duced. There is still time to get them In for Easter without undue forcing. G. Holding Over Roses. Ed. American Florist: — We have a bench of roses here in the second season doing well. Is it worth while leaving them in the same bench for three seasons. I know some florists advocate three and four seasons, but I have never heard the results. Any information you can give me will be appreciated. G. T. If the plants are healthy and of varieties it is desirable to grow there is no reason why they should not be held over another season if properly pruned and mulched with rich soil during the summer. G. Baby Ramblers for Easter. Ed. Ameeicak Florist: — Is it time to pot up Baby Rambler roses for Easter? Yes. Forcing will have to begin pretty soon if they are to be on time. HACKENSACK, N. J. — Frederick Kuhnert, of Kuhnert ■& Son, believes he has solved the problem of aerial navigation. He tried out a model a short time ago and the success it made induces him to construct a regular sized machine on which he is now working. THE RETAIL TRADE Plant Baskets. SEE SUPPLEMENT WITH THIS ISSUE. The high prices that cut flowers reach during such holdiays as Christ- mas and Easter have led to a greatly increased trade in plants, not only in individual pots but in the form of plant baskets which now form a con- siderable portion of the retailers' stock at such times. There is no more acceptable gift than a nice plant bas- ket, for, unlike cut flowers, the plants, if judiciously selected last a long time, while they show a nice profit to the retailer. Leaving out the most ex- pensive class of plant there are many that, with the addition of a little rib- bon and a basket can be turned into good money with very little trouble or expense. The foliage begonias are more grown the last few years than they have been and there is evidence that these pretty plants will, in the not very distant future, return to some- thing like their old-time favor. This is not to be wondered at for they are easily grown, very attractive and last well in good condition. Primula ob- conica is also cheap and continues to flower over a long season and though the smaller roses and azaleas cannot be said to be long lasters they add a touch of bright color and are very at- tractive. In making up baskets of this kind the retailer should carefully steer between Scylla and Charybdis by avoiding overcrowding on the one hand and a too thin arrangement, that will not be satisfactory to customers, on the other. Although we hardly like to say it there is probably less risk in overcrowding than the other way, when viewed from a commercial standpoint but from an artistic point of view it is the other way around. Most of us, however, are in the busi- ness for the money there is in it and not with a view to educating the masses, so, while keeping the artistic side to the front as much as possible, we have, perforce, to look after the customers' likes and dislikes first. Flowers in the Chicago Stores. All the principal retailers report very fair business and the worst trouble has been to secure good stock in sufficient quantities to meet the de- mand for good funeral work. Roses have been showing of excellent qual- ity in all the popular varieties, but the supply is extremely limited. Kil- larney has been in strong force and it is diflBcult to see how this fine rose could be replaced. White Killarney has been the most plentiful of the whites. Bride being very short in sup- ply. Mrs. Jardine has been in its best form and My Maryland has also been well shown. Good Richmond has not been over plentiful and the rush of American Beauties, which occurred during January, has ceased, they being on the short side now. Carnations have helped out consid- erably, there having been good stock in INTERIOR OF THE RETAIL STORE OF A- W SMITH CO., PITTSBURG, PA. Supplement to The American Florist, No. Il3t, February 5, 1910. BASKET OF AZALEA, PRIMULA, RAMBLER ROSE AND BEGONIA. igio. The American Florist. 63 all the most popular varieties, good red being the most difficult to obtain. Carnation or McKinley day did not cause any great rush for this flower, the day being about the same as an ordinary Saturday. Easter lilies have been plentiful and good, and they have been extremely useful in the better class of funeral work. Lily of the val- ley is also much more plentiful, but, in common with violets, gardenias and other flowers for street wear, have not sold any too well. Sweet peas are on the short side and it has been diflScult to get enough of good stock. Tulips are excellent and have been of great assistance during the scarcity of roses. Greens are somewhat scarce and re- tailers have found the fir branches (sent out as a new cycas) very useful, as they are bright and clean and last well. Plants are being shown more prominently than usual at this time and there are good cyclamens, azaleas, begonias, primulas, and other popular kinds. Azaleas After Flowering:. Ed.' American Flobist: — Please tell me what treatment to give azaleas after flowering, also the proper time to trim them into shape. A. E. P. Whatever trimming is necessary should be done immediately the flow- ers are over and before the plants have made any new growth. The plants that were imported this season are usually in good shape and need little trimming. After this the plants should be placed in a moist gree.nhouse to make their growth and frequently sprayed to keep red spider and thrips in check. By the end of May, in a cool house, the growth will probably be finished and the plants can go out- side to a shady position in order to set their buds. They should remain here until the approach of frost when they must again be housed for flower- ing. Keep the roots moist at all times but do not water more than is neces- sary to do this as the roots are very small and will not stand extremes either way. Packing Sweet Pea Blooms. Ed. Amekican Florist; — I should like to know the best method of packing sweet peas to be sent to distant markets, say 150 miles. A. J. Y. After picking a,nd tying in bunches of twenty-five flowers each they should be placed in water for a few hours, and when preparing them for ship- ping the stems should be wrapped with damp tissue paper. Pack in shallow boxes, which should be lined so as to exclude the air. In no in- stance will sweet peas shipped a dis- tance be as good as local stock. Remedy for White Fly. What is the best remedy for white fly? Fumigating with liy,dro-cyanic-aci4 gas is generally admitted to be the best remedy for this pest. Davenport, Ia. — J. W. Davis started on a trip through northern Texas, February 1. BALF HOUR CHAPTERS FOR FLOWER GROWERS Asters. A good bench or two of white and pink asters are always useful to the retailer with a regular demand for funeral work and seed should be sown at intervals from now until the end of March, when sowing for plant- ing outdoors is In order. Frequent transplanting is good for asters, as it produces a good "wig" of fibrous roots that will take plenty of feed later in the season. Clear a space on a bench large enough to take sufficient seed to produce as many plants as are likely to be needed, allowing say 300 plants to the square foot. This ad- mits of sowing moderately thin and is better than very thick sowing, as the plants will be sturdy and stout from the first. Rake the soil down fine to produce a good seed bed and then water thoroughly, sowing the seed as soon as the superfluous water has drained away. Cover first with a little light, dry soil and then with papers or mats to exclude light. After the first five or six days the covering should be lifted every morning and removed en- tirely as soon as the seeds are seen to be germinating. Let the plants have the full light from the first and they ,will soon be large enough for trans- planting to a bench at about two inches apart each way. Here they will thicken out and may grow until the benches can be made ready, when plant firmly at eight to 10 inches apart. If the plants were pricked out on the same bench that is to be used for growing them in, it will be ad- visable to thin them to the requisite distance, transplanting the spare seed- lings only. The Queen of the Market varieties are earlier than the branch- ing kinds and may be planted rather more closely. Both are supplied in separate colors or mixed, as desired, but the former is best for the cut- flower grower, as he can select colors best suited to his demand. The single varieties have come to the front con- siderably of late years, and they pro- duce a large number of artistic and pleasing flowers. They are very easily grown and a bench of them early or a border outdoors should prove profit- able. Antirrhinums. For late flowering Inside and for planting outside in May the present is a good time to sow antirrhinums. These give a great quantity of flowers in the open if sown early enough, and the plants looked after carefully until ready to plant out, but, if sown thickly and allowed to run up to flower, either in the seed bed or after being pricked out once, they are useless. The best way is to sow in the greenhouse and transplant once for the plants to thicken out a little; then pot the plants for outdoors singly in 3-inch pots and run them cool in a protected frame until the quarters can be prepared for them outdoors. If more convenient, they may be planted in frames with about four inches of soil on a hard bottom, from which they will raise easily and transplant even better than from pots. The one thing to keep in mind is to keep them in a good light with abundance of air and a fairly low temperature. This will keep the plants growing gently and the growth solid. They need rich, light soil when planted outdoors in order to get long stems. Sweet Sultan and Cornflowers. In order to have early flowers of sweet sultan sow now and piamt the seedlings on a bench when ready. There is always a call for the pretty flowers of this plant, and as it will grow practically anywhere not much valuable space is needed. It is too early yet to sow for outdoor plants, but even for these seed should be sown earlier than most things, as the plants flower more profusely and throw larger flowers when the weather is cool than after the heat of summer sets in. If a shady place can, how- ever, be given them, the plants con- tinue in good shape well into the sum- mer and the flowers produces under such circumstances are particularly fine and delicate in color. Much the same treatment should be accorded the blue cornflower, which is also a popu- lar flower early in the season and, like its near relative just mentioned, does not relish the very hot weather. The real blue is the only one worth growing, the other colors being washy looking and undecided, while the white is white only in name. There is a double form of the blue corn- flower now being offered by seeds- men. It may not be as beautiful as the single, but the flowers last ex- tremely well and those who like nov- elties should try it. It is certainly one of the best plants for cut flowers outdoors early in the season. Coreopsis. One of the older writers on horti- culture said years ago that no garden was complete without coreopsis, hav- ing in mind the pretty little annual C. tinctoria, a remark that was quite true at the time and carries some weight today. But the cut flower grower will prefer the larger flowers of C. grandiflora. When plants of this species were raised from seed as described last autumn they will be good stock now and ready for plant- ing on the benches. Grow them along quite cool as it is a hardy plant and does not relish forcing. If annual va- rieties are wanted C. Drummondi and its varieties are better than the small flowered species named above and seed sown at once in a cool house and grown as described for other annuals will produce abundance of flowers in May before they can be obtained out- doors. MOUNT PLEASANT, lA. — S. Palmer has secured the post of superintendent at the State hospital. He has had con- siderable experience in the formation and laying out of parks and gardens in this country, England and Italy, and the authorities have made a good choice from the number of applicants for this position. 64 The American Florist. Feb. 5, THE CARNATION. Carnations at Pittsburg;. Among the newer carnations at the Carnation Society's convention at Pittsburg-, Hoosier Lad, the gold medal winner, is a grand intense scarlet, bright enough to show off to fine ad- vantage. The form and especially the substance are good and a grand stem ■ carries the blooms erect. This variety and Alma Ward were right to the front as the best vases of blooms in the show. It was shown by Fred Dorner & Sons Co., Lafayette, Ind. Seedling No. 1400E is a beautiful, well-formed flesh pink; the color of this variety is particularly good. It is large, with good stem and grand tex- ture to petalage, the winner of the silver medal. It was shown by R. Witterstaetter, Cincinnati, O, White House is a very large, glisten- ing white on the order of White En- chantress, but larger. A few of the blooms in this vase were a little past their best. The winner of the bronze medal, shown by Dailledouze Bros., Flatbush, N. Y. Anna May is a light flesh pink bor- dering on the rose, and was given a certificate of merit. It was shown by the E. G. Hill Co., Richmond, Ind. Rainbow is a closely built flower of the Prosperity type, with a better stem, but not as large a flower as the old variety. Shown by Wa-no-ka Greenhouses, Barneveld, N. T. Bright Spot, from Nic. Zweifel, N. Milwaukee, Wis., is a fine looking commercial variety; the color a bright cerise. Mrs. C. W. Ward is a well-formed rose pink shading to the Lawson color and was shown by the Cottage Gar- dens Co., Queens, N. T. Miami Queen is a bright rose pink, but it arrived in poor condition. It was shown by Miami Floral Co., Day- ton, O. Seedling No. 40 is a beautiful bright rose pink, the size of bloom, stem and petalage extra good, but many of the flowers, as shown, were a little faded at the edge of the petals. It was shown by P. R. Pierson Co., Tarry- town, N. T. Dorothy Gordon is a deep rose pink resembling Rose Pink Enchantress, but deeper in color and of better form. Shown by Jos. Heacock, Wyncote, Pa. Superba is a heavily fringed flower, rose, pink in color, but the flowers ar- rived in poor condition. It was shown by A. C. Brown, Springfield, 111. Admiration is a light pink, in color between rose and flesh pink, of good form and size. It was shown by Chas. Knopf Floral Co., Richmond, Ind. Alma Ward is a finely formed white with good stem; the flowers showed traces of pink, otherwise this was a fine vase. It was shown by the Cot- tage Gardens Co., Queens, N. T. No. 214 is a white with traces of pink;, a large flower and good calyx, stiff stem, but a little weak on pet- alage. It was shown by the Wa-no-ka Greenhouses, Barneveld, N. Y. No. 303 is a fine flower of the Pros- perity type and looks good as a com- mercial sort of this type. It was shown by Dailledouze Bros., Flatbush, N. Y. No. 607 is a light flesh pink shading to salmon. Shown by W. N. Rudd, Morgan Park, 111. No. 1407-O is an improved After- glow, having more petals and a more pleasing color. It was shown by R. Witterstaetter, Cincinnati, O. Spellbinder is a very deep pink; it. arrived in poor condition and was shown by the E. G. Hill Co., Rich- mond, Ind. Mrs. Beckwith is scarlet, a fine bright color, but a little small for pres- ent day requirements. Shown by the E. G. Hill Co., Richmond, Ind. No. 2807-A is a fine large crimson, a brighter color than is general in this class; shown by W. N. Rudd, Morgan Park, 111. Mrs. Walter W. Coles i.s crimson, bright, lively color of this type; it looks to be good commercially for .this color, and was shown by W. W. Coles, Kokomo, Ind. Columbia is a crimson, but too weak in stem for any use; shown by Wagoner Floral Co., Columbia city, Ind. Red Prince is a bright red, but not good enough to travel in this class; shown by Backer & Co., Billerica, Mass. Scarlet Glow is a fine scarlet, on the order of Victory, but of better form; shown by Fred Dorner & Sons Co. Mrs. Thomas Harvey has dark pink, finely formed flowers; it looks good in color and form; shown by Cottage Gardens Co., Queens, N. T. No. 34 is a dark pink with good stem, bright color and fine form, but a little ragged on the edge of petals; shown by A. L. Enggren, Aqueduct, N. Y. Sangamo is a pretty bright rose pink, good stem and form of flower; shown by A. C. Brown, Springfield, 111., and the Chicago Carnation Co. Joliet, 111. Conquest is a variegated, on the- Prosperity order; shown by the Chi- cago Carnation Co. Toreador is of the Prosperity type, but with very intense pink shadings; it was shown by H. Weber & Sons Co., Oakland, Md. _ Mary Tolman is deep salmon with good stems; shown by Chicago Car- nation Co. No. 4206 is flesh pink, an improved Pink Delight in every way; shown by Fred Dorner & Sons Co. Greenwood is salmon pink, extra large flower, strong stem: suffered in transit; shown by W. N. Rudd. J. Whitcomb Riley was the only yel- low on exTiibition, clear in color, but lacking in form; sho-n-n by the E. G. Hill Co. Niagara looks like a good commercial white, resembling White La-wson; good . stem and clear color; shown bv the E. G. Hill Co. No. 68-06 is a fine white, clear and pure, good stem, with lots of substance to the petalage; shown by Fred Dor- ner & Sons Co. NEW CARNATION SANGAMO. Raised by \. C. Brown. Springfield. III. NEW CARNATION WASHINGTON. Dark- Pink Sport of Enchantress. ■igio. The American Florist. 65 9mmmm PITTSBURG CARNATION CONVENTION VISITORS AT FRED BURKI'S PLANT, BAKERSTOWN, PA., JANUARY I Norwood is a large fringed white, a little wealc in the stem; sliown by Robt. Craig Co., Philadelpliia, Pa. No. 168 is a deep rose pink, good stem, fine form, pleasing even color; shown by Finleyville Floral Co., Fin- ]ey\'ille, Pa. No. 653 is a fine large crimson, a little dark in color, but with fine calyx and form; shown by Baur & Smith, Indianapolis, Ind. Shasta is a fine fringed white, good form, caljTc and stem; looks very promising for commercial purposes; shown by Baur & Smith. The Pittsburgh Cut Flower Co. staged fine vases of Winona, Mrs. T. W. Lawson. Afterglow, Beacon, O. P. Bassett, Winsor, Pink Delight and White Enchantress not for compe- tition, all of the varieties showing re- markable cultural skill. The Lamborn Floral Co., Alliance, O., showed fine vases of standard varieties and a mixed vase of prom- ising seedlings. The display as a whole was remark- able for its general excellence, not a poor vase of blooms in the show, though one particular feature was the lack of white varieties in comparison with the colored varieties, the flesh and rose pink predominating, closely followed by the scarlets. C. W. JOHNSOJ^. photographic reproduction of one of his carnations completely covering our carnation measure, and we certainly wish to congratulate that gentleman from the bottom of ouf heart. Today we set a new mark. Our new carna- tion measure has been increased to five inches in diameter, and while this may seem to be asking a great deal, yet. we feel that the growers are moving forward steadily and surely, and that with this new mark con- tinuously before them, some growers will in time put even. this 5-inch car- nation measure out of business. To help the good work along, we offer as a special inducement a prize of $25 in gold or a beautiful gold medal of equal value, to the grower who exhibits the best dozen of carnations at either of the following shows, covering the new carnation measure of five inches in diameter. — National carnation show, Pittsburg, 1910, Chicago flower show, 1910 and the National Flower Show, Boston, 1911. Kroeschell Bros. Co. The Kroeschell Carnation Measure. Ed. American Fi.orist: — Referring to the new carnation measure which we are just getting ready, several years ago the writer circulated among the florists of the country, the Kroeschell carnation measure, which is so well known. This measure was four inches in diameter. At that time there was no carnation that would entirely cover the measure, and when asked why the measure was made so large, he stated: "I want to set a mark for the growers to work to, and I am sure that many will make the effort which will result in finally covering the disc." The prediction of the writer has come true. In an issue of your journal following the last carnation conven- tion, we note a grower showing a Carnations In the South. Those are now in full crop. The cool weather the last month has been of great value in hastening the growth and improving the quality of the flowers. Strict attention to routine work is the order from now on. The plants have to be disbudded and kept neatly tied up, and these two opera- tions must be attended to as soon as needed to get the full benefit from them. Avoid as much as possible ex- tremes in temperature. The varieties grown in the south will do well at 50° at night, but it is well to get them two to four degrees warmer to equalize, or rather neutralize, the changes of tem- perature. Ventilate freely and, if pos- sible, keep a little air on when firing except on very cold nights. The plants will stand quite a lot of feeding now. A good mulch is made of half soil and half cow manure, with a good sprink- ling of bone flour, and this can be ap- plied roughly between the rows. Pul- verized sheep manure is also excellent, and a watering with liquid manure once in two weeks will be of benefit. Later in the season the manure water may be given every week or oftener, but at this time it is better to let the roots do most of their own hunting. Too much manure water, combined with poor ventilation, is apt to blight the flowers by causing a rot in the center. Red spider and thrips are the two insect pests to keep a close watch for. One or two good syringings every week, done thoroughly with a good pressure and a fine spray, will keep the spider down, but no part or corner of the house must be neglected. Do this early on bright days and pick the flowers as close as possible before doing so. For thrips use red pepper along with the fumigating material and they will give little trouble. The early spring is generally the time thrips is most troublesome, and the in- sects must be cleaned up or they will soon clean the crop up. Cuttings, to make strong plants at lifting time, ought to be in the propagating bench now or rooted. Take the cuttings from the best flower stems, avoiding the ex- treme top and bottom cuttings. No bottom heat is required; just keep the temperature the same as the plants grow in. Some growers prefer small plants at lifting time, claiming that they transplant better than large ones. A large plant has just as many roots in proportion to its top as a small one, , and if the same care is exercised in the lifting and planting, the danger of loss is no greater in the one case than in the other. Wji. Lear. Rooting CamelUa Cuttings. Please give the best method of root- ing camellia cuttings. Can it be done in pits, and if so kindly give best method? R. c. T. Camellia cuttings root rather slowly, but, otherwise, this method of propa- gation is satisfactory. Make the cut- tings at once of the semi-ripened shoots of last season's growth. Place them in pots of sand in the pit and keep moist or, if more convenient, on the greenhouse propagating bench. Cool, moist conditions ai'e most favor- able. 66 The American Florist. Feb. Chrysanthemum Arlee. CHRYSANTHEMUMS stock Plants and Cuttings. Working over the stock plants prep- aratory to propagating should now re- ceive attention. If the plants are stored away under the edge of the benches or in shady places they should be brought to the light, cleaned up and given a general overhauling, at the same time making sure the soil is well firmed around the roots. They need plenty of light, with a night tem- perature of 45°, a rise of 5° during the day and free ventilation on every favorable occasion, fumigating regu- larly as a preventive for aphis. The plants should be held a little on the dry side, watering only as necessity demands to prevent wilting and the wood becoming hard. Any new or rare varieties, of which the stock is short, can be planted on a bench near the glass in a warmer house. The soil for this purpose should be very light \ to insure quick root action and, as soon as the growth has advanced enough to make a cutting, it can be taken off, after which in a short time the plant will throw up several growths which can be propagated as they get into fit condition. By fol- lowing this up several batches can be taken off and grown into good plants by planting time. The time for putting in the cut- tings is governed by the varieties grown and the class of stock wanted. Exhibition varieties intended to be grown on in pots or planted in the benches early in May for exhibition cut blooms should be propagated at once. Take the large Australian ex- hibition varieties for examples. To get these full, solid blooms at their best the cuttings will have to be got under way without delay. During Feb- ruary is the best time to put in the pink and white Ivory, Mrs. Jerome Jones and its sports, and others that are hard, short-jointed growers. March is the best month for propagating varieties that are intended for ex- hibition in large bunches, such as Timely Work. Those interested in the sale of plants and cuttings are busy inserting cut- tings in the sand; in fact, this work has been under way for some time. There is plenty of time for those whose chief object is to produce prime com- mercial stock. All that requires their immediate attention is looking to the welfare of the stock plants, propa- gating such kinds as are slow to respond, and those where the stock is so limited as to require extra ex- ertion to have the required number by planting time. The purchase of such novelties and standard sorts as are to be given a trial next season will re- quire early consideration. The ex- hibition grower usually makes his de- ductions at the time of the shows and so those whose interests center in this direction have arranged the line-up for the 1910 campaign. The cuttings will soon have to be made and doubtless many of the private gardeners have them now under way. Cuttings for large specimen plants will need to be made at once. Elmee D. Smith. Chrysanthemum Itaska. vases of 25 and 50 blooms. The time for planting this stock into permanent quarters is around May 20, therefore plants propagated in March and grown along steady will be in the best possible condition for planting at that time. March is also the best time to start the first batch of the early 'varieties, such as Polly Rose, Mon- rovia and Pacific Supreme. Timothy Eaton, Yellow Eaton, Col. D. Appleton and Dr. Enguehard, where they can receive plenty of head room in their permanent quarters, give best results also from March struck cuttings. April propagation will give the best results for late October and early November ■commercial stock, also for W. H. Chadwick, Yellow Chadwick, Golden Wedding, Mayor Weaver and Maud Dean. The cuttings of the late varie- ties should be timed to go in the sand around April 15-May 1, which will give them ample time to make fine stock for planting the latter part of June or early July. C. W. Johnson. Elmer D. Smith's Novelties for 1910. COMMERCIAL VARIETIES. Donatello. — While this variety is not a counterpart of Monrovia, it is in many respects an improvement; the color is bright yellow, slightly incurv- ing with good stem and foliage and excellent substance. It is especially suitable for those who bench their plants late as it produces double flow- ers from late buds. It grows 3V4 feet high and is fully matured October 20. The best time to take the bud is August 20. It has been awarded a cer- tificate by the Chrysanthemum So- ciety of America. Oroba. — A large early white in the way of Beatrice May being of the easi- est culture with fine stem and foliage. It may not excel Beatrice May in size but its other splendid characteristics are so much superior that it will soon gain ascendency with the commercial grower. It grows three feet high and is ready October 20. Take buds August 15. Tonkawa. — Deep golden yellow Jap- anese reflexed with bronze shadings. The^ foliage is produced very close to the bloom and the stem is the very best. Those requiring a midseason golden bronze will not be disappoint- ed. It grows four feet high. Best bud September 1: ready October 25. It was awarded a certificate by the Chrysanthemum Society of America. EXHIBITION VAEIETIES. Naomah. — Large Japanese incurved, a seedling from Merza, more conical in form than its parent. This variety was not judged by the C. S. A. com- mittee, but E. D. Smith & Co. have- decided to send it out on its merits as a worthy addition to the exhibition .section. If the stem were a little more rigid this would be an ideal commer- cial sort as it possesses every other qualification and- may prove very ac- ceptable to those who plant early and give generous treatment. It is pure- white, grows four and a half feet high and is ready November 1. The best bud is Aug. 25. Randee. — A large, ball-shaped Jap- anese belonging to the exhibition sec- tion. The early buds come pure white and the later ones are shaded pink; Chrysanthemum Clorinda igio. The American Florist. 67 petals toothed at the extremities and rather irregular in their arrangemenc. Take the bud August 25. It grows three and one-half feet high with heavy stem and foliage. It was award- ed a certificate by the Chrysanthemum Society of America. Adonis. — A light pink of a slightly deeper shade than Gloria. The nar- row petals reflex and interlace form- ing an "artistic bloom of the largest size in which the depth exceeds the diameter. It grows five feet high. Best bud August 25. Also certificated by the Chrysanthemum Society of Amer- ica. SINGLE VARIETIES. Arlee. — A rich golden amber of dwarf sturdy growth, excellent either as a pot plant or for cutting. Is a true single of the large flowering sec- tion producing large sprays which are borne erect. Entirely distinct and of exceptional merit. Certificated by the Chrysanthemum Society of America. Itaska.- — Properly defined this vari- ety is a semi-double incurved, but so near single we have included it in this section. A seedling from A. J. Bal- four, but a few shades lighter. The in- curving petals give the appearance of pond lilies and, being a most pleasing shade is very useful for decorative work. POMPON. Clorinda. — A semi-dwarf producing erect sprays of an even shade of bronze. Certificated by the Chrysan- themum Society of America. California Chrysanihemums. The illustration herewith shows a bunch of chrysanthemums grown out- doors in California. E. V. Upton, who grew the flowers, writes: "The stems are 48 to 60 inches long with perfect foliage. I grew 1,260 flowers from 300 plants the largest shown in pic- ture being F. S. Vallis, 13 inches in diameter (the lowest one near my waist). I should like to have a few acres of this soil and climate near Chicago to run the greenhouse men out of business." Propagating: Chrysantliemums. Ed. Amebican Flobist: — Will you kindly tell us the proper time to propagate cuttings from Golden Glow chrysanthemums to se- cure a succession of blooms from Sep- tember 1 to October 1? The intro- ducer of this variety states in his cata- logue that this can be done and there will doubtless be others interested. We would also like to know the proper time to take cuttings of the two Chad- wicks, Helen Frick and J. Nonin to secure extra late blooms of good length stem. T. R. J. Cuttings of Golden Glow chrysan- themums inserted during March and April and worked along as they need it can be timed to produce a succes- sion of blooms from September 1 to October 1. The plants should be grown along in batches, using those propagated earliest for the earlier blooms and the later ones to follow. While the blooming time of the chrys- anthemum is governed to a great ejf- tent by the time of propagating and it is necessary to have a well estab- lished plant for planting by June 1 to be able to get a reasonable amount of stem and growth for September 1, OUTDOOR CALIFORNIA CHRYSANTHEMUMS. Grown By E. V. Upton. yet, owing to the bud formation being so free and rapid, the taking of the bud times the blooming peripd more than anything else. Buds taken July 20 to August 1 will mature by Septem- ber 1, but at the expense of fine foli- age compared with growth from buds taken later. My personal opinion relative to this is that unless the flow- ers are specially needed for September 1, it is much more satisfactory to take the buds August 1-15, which will allow for the flowers to mature from September 15 to October 1. Blooms developed between these dates are the equal in size and finish of flower to many of the midseason varieties, the stem and foliage being also good. For the best results with the two Chad- wicks, the cuttings should be well rooted and ready for potting by April 10; the same with Helen Frick. Jeanne Nonin needs different treatment, in fact, different to any other chrysanthe- mum. Cuttings should be taken from the sand June 1, potted and grown along in the pots until the roots are well through the soil and planted as soon as possible, so that there Is not any chance of their becoming hard and woody. They should not remain in the pots more than three weeks, just long enough for their roots to get a good hold of the soil by the early part of July, this being the best time to plant this variety. C. W. Johnson. Leaves for Leaf Mold. Ed. Amebican Floeist: — Will you or some of your readere tell me the best way to rot forest leaves? I find rotting them in pits very slow; it takes so long that I have almost become discouraged. R. C. T. It takes a couple of years to rot down leaves sufiBciently to fit them for use for potting purposes. If the leaves are very dry suflicient water should be thrown on them to set up fermentation, otherwise they may lie for years without decaying sufi&ciently. On the other hand many people allow the leaves to rot too much. A heavy close soil-like mass is not needed. Leaf mold should be sharp and rust- ling with partly decayed leaves, as such material keeps the soil in good mechanical order, which is its principal use, or one of its principal uses. The leaves must be trodden down firmly when placing in the pit or wherever they are to go, and of course the leaf mold must be used from the bottom when ready. 68 The American Florist. Feb. 5, Carnation Convention Echoes. Robert Craig, who at the banquet responded for "The Old Men," spoke of John Thorpe, Peter Henderson, Wm. Scott. Wm. K. Harris, Wm. R. Smitli and Edwin Lonsdale, and con- cluded by singing a few bars of "The Brave ,0!d Dulce of York." The lat- ter venture, "for old time's sake," was received with great enthusiasm, the audience joining in. Toastmaster Falconer had to omit many Important speakers,, but Ben- jamin Hammond and Harry Bun- yard found other opportunities to ad- vance the interests of the rose and sweet pea societies, respectively, in calling attention to their coming ex- hibitions. During the convention the execu- tive committee of the Society of Amer- ican Florists held several meetings. H. B. Beatty, who has held the office of treasurer for many years, tendered his resignation, and.Wm. F. Kasting was appointed to fill the vacancy. President Pierson and party were waiting for a Bakerstown street car when a bystander caine up and said: "You look like greenhousemen away from home." It developed that he was a son of John Hackett, formerly in the business in Philadelphia. The visit to Fred Burki's establish- Tnent at Bakerstown, on Friday, was greatly enjoyed by. the large number participating. The arrangements for the trip were very carefully planned and a fine luncheon was served. President Pierson, of the Society of American Florists, and Robert Craig. of the executive committee, missed no opportunity to exploit the National Flower Show and they are at all times on the alert for suggestions. Pittsburg street car men call off the greenhouse area of local growers in square feet as accurately as if they had been in the business all their lives. The banquet in the new English room of the Fort Pitt hotel was a splendid affair, the music and floral decorations being especially fine. Carl Cropp proceeded to Philadel- phia and New York after the con- vention. A. W. Smith's store was a wonder to many who saw it for the first time. Eugene Dailledouze and wife went on to Lafayette, Ind. Robert Craig left for Youngstown on Saturday. All to the Point. Writti-n by Arthur Burgoyne. ot the Pittsburg Chronicle Telegraph: Where the sign "Fort Pitt," suspendea From a palace vast and splendid. Otters standing invitation to the traveler to step in. If today you chance to enter. Guided bv some knowing Mentor. You win find a bow'r ot loveliness to Para- dise akin. There in llriendly contest meeting And (or honors high competing Are the kings of horticulture, with ambi- tious pride aglow. Each his best endeavor making To achieve a record-breaking And astounding grade of merit at the Prize Carnation Show. Oh. the gems that they're displaying, By their wizardry essaying To excel the work of nature, as apparently they do. Since their art today discloses Blooms as fine as Beauty roses And with nuances of color which Dame Nature never knew.. There's the glorious Perfection With its snowy-white, complexion And the Mrs. Thomas Lawson with its rosy tint and, oh, There in all its gay bravado Is the golden El Dorado, And the scarlet Craig illuminates the Prize Carnation Show There's the pink Enchantress beaming And the Daheim darkly gleaming; There's the Victory, the Manley and the dainty Queen Louise, And a host of new ones render. By their fringed and penciled splendor. Joy unbounded to the connoisseur who raves o'er blooms like these. And our town is in the running. Hands that never lose their cunning Vindicate the tame ot Pittsburg and let ail our neighbors know That we're up in floral science Hence with joyous self-reliance We bid welcome to all comers at the Prize Carnation Show. Additional Visitors. .1. J. Beck. New Castle, Pa. Geo. Bowdltch. Alliance, O. E. Butz, New Castle, Pa. Paul Butz, New Castle. Pa. W. A. Cogill. Salem, O. C. S- Crall. Monongahela. Pa. W. Cromack, Irwin. Pa. Miss Dollans, Portland, Ind. Miss Donahey, Wheeling, W. Va. Wm Dykes, New York. B. F. Engle and wife, Rochester, B. Eschner, Philadelphia, Pa. T. M. Fitzgerald and w-ife. Beaver, Pa. Miss Forbes, Wheeling, W. Va. Miss Elizabeth Frank, Portland, Ind. W. Frank. Portland. Ind. Jos. Haule, Charleroi, Pa. W. R. Hill. Waynesboro, Pa Chauncey Huscroft. Steubenville, Geo. Huscroft. Steubenville. O. Jones. Philadelphia, Pa. W. S. Kidd. Beaver, Pa. I.. L. Lamborn. Alliance, O. A. Langhans, Wheeling, W. A'a. A. T. Linn, Lock No. 4. Pa. M. Lustick and wife, Washington. T. Malbranc, Johnstown, Pa. ('. Meehan. Philadelphia, Pa. John Murchie. Sharon, Pa. E. Myers. Altoona. Pa. H. Niessner. Johnstown, Pa. Wm. Schrader. Johnstown. Pa. W. R. P. Stewart. Morgantown. W. Va. John H. Tasker. Rice's Landing, Pa. J. A. Weaver. Massillon. O. H. C. White. Massillon. O. Pa. O. Pa. To go where swollen rivers sing In search of early sign ot spring Would be a us.eless step for me, A waste ot tim'e and energy; As all I have to do is wait Until the postman at my gate Some morn his thrill blast makes me heed And hands me catalogues ot seed. — New York Sun. Ferns and Their Place In Horticulture. A paper read by N. D. Stover at the meet- ing of the Grand River Valley Horticultural Society at Grand Rapids, Mich. In the entire plant world there are probably no forms of growth that at- tract more general notice than the ferns, although they are not sought for general cultivation as much as they ought to be from the fact that their culture is not generally und-erstood. They are very fine for conservatory fern cases or window decorations, and as single specimens in the windows and when dried and pressed add to the culture of many a domestic circle by serving as household decorations. They furnish to the botanist a broad and inviting field for investigation and he who examines their more minute structure with the microscope will find deeper and still more mysterious rela- tions than those revealed to the un-" aided eye. In olden times the fructifi- cation of the common brake (Pterls aquilina) led to many superstitious ideas among the common people, and the older poets have woven these pop- ular notions into our literature. To fully understand a fern we must search where Nature has planted it, watch it as it uncoils from the bud, matures, produces its fruit and finally returns to the earth. Our native ferns comprise plants varying in height from less than one inch to six or seven feet, or even more in some few cases. Some are stout and fleshy, others are very delicate, but most of them are her- baceous. When we look to these pe- culiar forms of our own country, those of foreign lands, and include the im- mense tree ferns of tropical countries, we find our mind inadequate to cover this diversity of form. 'Without at- tempting an accurate definition of a fern, it may be said to he a flowerless plant, producing spores instead of seeds. Ferns vary greatly in their method ot growth, yet each species has a plan that, within certain limits, is fixed and definite. Some, like the common brake, liave their fronds ris- PROGRESS OF THE ARTIFICIAL CRAZE, What Wc May Expect Soun, igio. The American Florist. 69 ing from more or less distant portions of the creeping root stock; others are tufted, many fronds rising in a cluster, while others grow in crowns or circles. The same species will often present wide differences in the size of the fronds. This depends to a great extent on the kind of soil and climatic condi- tions. In some instances some varie- ties under good conditions grow from two to four feet, and in other cases the same variety, under adverse condi- tions, will only grow from four to six inches and yet regularly produce spores; in other cases a variation is noticed in the forking of the fronds at or near the end of the branches. "We would naturally expect to find ferns reaching a maximum in size in warm swamps and shady places. While this is true we find, nevertheless, many spores growing only in rocky places, pushing their roots in the crev- ices of the rocks, and many often ex- posed to hot sun; others again are found in rocky wet places, and certain others thrive in open fields that are dry and unshaded. While moisture, shade and warmth are the best con- ditions to promote heavy growth. It still continues when all these condi- tions are reduced to a minimum. All of our native ferns which are perfectly hardy, and many of them make beau- tiful specimens, can be transplanted with good success late in the summer or early fall. They will thrive in al- most any good rich soil, but if pos- sible woody soil should be added. Plant them in a sheltered location, or in shrubbery on the outside of the groups, or in a corner around the house where they can be watered. Grouping is much preferred, by care- fully selecting the tallest growing ones for the background and grading them down to the lowest growing ones for the front of the group, they will make a grand addition to the lawn. I find in looking up the number of species there are in the island of Mau- ritius, having an area of about three of Michigan's counties, 235 species; the island of Java, 460 species; Brazil, 387 species, and Panama, 117. We find in all Europe only 67 species, and only 26 in the arctic zone. We find in coal mines that ferns and many other forms of growth have been in great abundance, and their delicate foliage is impressed in the rock above the beds of coal. The names of the principal varieties growing in Michi- gan are Adiantum pedatum (maiden hair fern), Aspidium acrostichoides (Christmas fern), Aspidum cristatum, Asplenum augustifolum, osmunda, claytonia (beech fern). In speaking of ferns for the house we find the Boston fern, Nephrolepis exaltata Bostoniensis, the very best for all pur- poses. It is the ideal fern and the most popular of all house ferns. It will thrive in almost any house where the temperature is above 55° or 60°. Its merits are so apparent that they appeal to us at first sight, and the sale of this one variety is probably double that of all other va- rieties combined. There are a great many sports from this well-known variety. Among them are Scottii, Whitmani, elegantissima, superbissma. Amerpohli, and many others, but each and every variety, though most beau- tiful and many of them just like large feathers, must bow their head to their parent, the old Boston fern. There are many small growing ferns which are used for fern dishes, for the cen- ter of tables and for stands around the room or for the sideboard. The best varieties (or this purpose are Adiantum cuneatum, Aspidium Tsussi- mense, Cyrtomium falcatum. Pteris hastata, P. adiantoides, P. cretica albo llneata. P. serrulata and P. Wim- setti. It seems to me that ferns are so beautiful and thrive so well, even under adverse conditions, that they ought to have a large place in horti- culture. RECENT BOOKS. The American Flower Garden.* "The American Flower Garden," by Neltje Blanchan, is a well got up book of nearly 400 pages and 92 full page illustrations from color prints and halftones. In the chapter on "The Partnership Between Nature and Art" the authoress maintains that the land- scape artist and gardener seldom get credit for their work either from poets or from their employers and do not re- main m charge of their work long enough to bring it to perfection. But if garden owners would study this charming work there would be less risk of the landscape gardener's work being spoilt afterwards by well mean- ing people and irresponsible laborers who can do more in a week to spoil a garden than can be outgrown in many years. The text is not pedantic or stilted but runs along smoothly to speak of the adapt?aion of the design of the garden to its situation and de- scribes the formal garden, wild garden and many others, the illustrations helping to show the authoress' points. After a chapter on "The Old Fash- ioned Garden" a list of the surviving plants of the old New England home gardens is given and much the same system is followed after the "Wild Garden," many of our native plants with their popular as well as their botanical names being given. There are some beautiful pictures in the portion of the book devoted to water gardening and these are suggestive for planters. Trees and shrubs are dilated upon at considerable length and here again useful lists are given while bulbous plants, the "Rose Garden" and "Garden Furniture" are all well done. It is not in any sense a book for a florist but rather one for the home and garden lover to have on the table handy to dip into at any and all times and full of interest to such. Its perusal by anyone who Is about to make a garden, no matter how large or how small, will prevent many of the glaring errors so fre- quently made by beginners, while none is so experienced in garden making but that they can find something of in- terest in every chapter. The price is $5.35. House Plants.* "House Plants," by Parker T. Barnes, is the most recent of the "Gar- den Library" series and an attractive little book of 236 pages. The author goes very thoroughly into his sub- ject and by means of suggestive illus- trations and clear simple instructions in the text tells the whole story of plant culture as adapted to the condi- tions obtaining in the dwelling house. He describes in detail how to procure and prepare the soil, gives instructions as to potting, seed sowing, raising plants from cuttings, treatment of plants in sickness and health, water- ing and destroying insects. Bulbous flowers, as may be expected, come in for a good deal of attention and ' the instructions given are clear and to the point. The "Window Gardener's Calendar" at the end of the book is useful, as the work is described briefly, while by turning to the very com- plete index it is easy to locate fur- ther particulars and instructions as to •We can supply uny books here noted on rfv eeipt of price quoted. tho various plants. The work Is nice- ly bound in cloth, finely printed and contains 30 illustrations. The price Is $1.20. Vaughan'o Gaedenek's Calendar 1910 is a useful little publication for the pocket. It has been issued by Vaughan's Seed Store for several years and has proved very popular among private gardeners, so much so that the demand for it. this season Is much greater than ever before. It contains useful lists of plants for va- rious purposes and reminders of the work to be done in each month, a space being left under each for memoranda. A host of other information is given in tabulated and other forms that can- not fail to be of assistance to any gardener. Floral Tournament In Honolulu. Honolulu is to have on February 22 a grand floral parade, which fact is being communicated to the people of the northwest by means of flaming posters. The Gould railway lines of- fice at Portland, Ore., has just re- ceived one of the brilliant pieces of advertising art, depicting a Hawaiian woman on superb mount, dressed in the costume of the higher class women, and bearing the banner of the floral parade. As a piece of strong color work, this poster eclipses San Francisco's strongest Portola litho- graphs or the best that was sent out for the rose festival of Portland. The season when the floral parade is held is ideal in Hawaii, and a great throng of tourists will flock in there. By visiting Hawaii at this season, time is given to see the islands in proper fashion and then proceed to Japan for the famous cherry blossom season, which begins the last week of March or the first week of April. OBITUARY. Wallace Leonidas Scott. Wallace L,. Scott, father of C. W. Scott, of Vaughan's Seed Store, New York, died at his home at Grand Rapids, Wis., January 30. Mr. Scott was born at Clyde, N. Y., in 1838, and his principal occupation was farming. He was a Civil war veteran and in later years added a retail flower busi- ness to his farming operations. Mrs. Scott and four children, two sons and two daughters, survive. Alexander Henderson and M. Barker went on from Chicago for the funeral, which was largely attended by the local friends of the family. The floral of- ferings included two handsome wreaths from Vaughan's Seed Store emploj'es, Chicago and New York. WINCHESTER, MASS. — The green- houses of the late George Milne on Lincoln street are to be conducted by his wife. North Bridgton. Me. — Chas. L. Chadbourne is building an addition to his potting shed and one greenhouse 20x50 feet. Weixesle\', Mass. — Thomas Heskey, who has been foreman at Tailby's greenhouses, has resigned to accept a position in Newton. Newton Center, Mass. — M. Orctitt has purchased the greenhouses of Frank Brooks, on Brookside . avenue, and will continue the business. Martsville, Calif. — F. Evans has taken the well-known gardens of Mrs. Mary Karr at Fifth and F streets, and will use them for trade purposes. •70 The American Florist. Fib. 5. TheAmerican Florist 1885 Twenty-Fifth Year 1910 Subscription, United States and Mexico $1.00 a year: Canada $2.00: Europe and Countries in Postal Union. $2.50. Subscriptions accepted onlvfrom thosein the trade. When sending us change of address always send the old address at the same time. Advertising rates on application. From the first issue the American Florist has accepted only trade advertisements. Advertisements must reach us Tuesday (earlier if possible), as we go to press Wednesday. We do not assume any responsibility for the opinions of our correspondents. Eastern Representatives; k, F. Faulkner. 1133 Broadway. New York. ROBT. KlFT. 1725 ChestnutSt..Philadelphia.Pa. THE AMERICAN FLORIST, 324 Dearborn St.. CHICAGO. THIS ISSUE 56 PAGES WITH COVER. CONTENTS. The week at Peaceful .Valley The rose — Propagating — Roses in the south — Roses for Easter — Holding over roses —Baby Ramblers for Easter Wm. F. Kasting (portrait) H. B. Beatty (portrait) The retail trade — Plant baskets — Flowers in the Chicago stores — Store of A. W. Smith Co.. Pittsburg (illus. ) Azaleas after flowering Half hour chapters for cut flower growers — Asters — Antirrhinums — Coreopsis The carnation — Carnations at Pittsburg — New carnation Sangamo (iilus.) — New carnation Washington (illus.) .... — Convention visitors at Fred Burki's (illus.) — The Kroeschell carnation measure.... — Carnations in the south Rooting camellia cuttings Chrysanthemums — Timely work — Stock plants and cuttings — Elme^ D. Smith's novelties (illus.).... — California chrysanthemums (Illus.) ... — Propagating, chrysanthemums Carnation convention echoes . — All to the point Ferns and their place in horticulture . . . Progress of the artifical craze (illus.).. Recent books — The American Flower Garden — House Plants Obituary — Wallace Leonidas Scott Society of American Florists Crops for small houses Chicago Cleveland St. Louis Milwaukee Advantages of the flower showB Philadelphia Boston New^ York Nashville Pittsburg The seed trade — Commission seeds — Packing department of Wildpret Bros, (illus.) — Home grown sugar beets — Why the crops were big Market gardeners — Lettuce temperatures — Manure for crops under glass , . . European horticulture The nursery trade — Shrubs for ornamental hedges — Rochester. N. Y. — The White Rambler rose (illus.) — Belgian certificate not acceptable . . . . Cincinnati Baltimore '..'.. Louisville '.'.'.'.'....'. Allied trades ■ — From hot water to steam '..'.'. H. B. Beatty's retirement from the troasurership of the Society of Amer- ican Florists, announceci elsewhere in this issue, will be received with deep regret by his many friends in the trade. Seven weelis to Easter. There are three candidates for the S. A. F. presidency thus far. Making concrete blocks and benches is good work for bad weather. The National Flower Show preliini- nary premium list is almost ready for the printer. Geowees in low lying localities should be prepared for floods when the snow melts. The high prices generally on car- nations doubtless had a good deal to do with the scant demand for Mc- Kinley day. Lincoln and Washington's birth- days will doubtless be taken full ad- vantage of by retailers to make suit- able window displays. IN a reply to his critics as to his "creations" Luther Burbank, in the New York Times, says he never made any pretense that he "created" the thornless cactus. At the time of in- troducing tile spineless cactus he said in the catalogue, "for more than 50 years I have been (juite familiar with thornless cactus." He also says it was eventually agreed upon that he should "have the privilege of supplementing their inadequate annual aid" — "by the sale of any productions as hereto- fore." Personal. John N. May and wife, Mrs. Wm. K. Harris, Mrs. Robt. Craig and Miss Margaret Harris are in Florida. Society of American Florists. EESIGXATIOX OF H. B. BEATTY. Owing to impaired health, H. B. Beatty, treasurer of the S. A. F., ten- dered his resignation at a meeting of the executive board held at Pitts- burg, Pa., on January 26-28, 1910. The resignation was accepted by the board. The appointment of Wm. F. Kasting, of Buffalo, N. Y., as the suc- cessor of Mr. Beatty was confirmed. Mr. Kasting having been dulj^ quali- fied according to Article II, Section 3, paragraph (d). is now treasurer of the society. The following are the resig- nation of Mr. Beatty and the reso- lutions passed by the board: Pittsburg, Pa.. January 27, 1910. F. R. Pierson. President Society of American Florists: I hereby tender my resignation as treasurer of the Society of American Florists and Ornamental Horticultur- ists, to take effect as soon as my suc- cessor can be elected and qualified. As a large majority of the directors of the society are in the city, I trust that you may be able to get them together today or tomorrow to elect my suc- cessor, as I desire to turn over all funds of the society as soon as pos- sible. H. B. Beatty. Fort Pitt Hotel, Pittsburg, Pa., January 27, 1910. Whereas, The executive committee of the Society of American Florists and Ornamental Horticulturists has re- ceived the resignation of H. B. Beatty, as treasurer of the society, Therefore, Be It Resolved, That in accepting this resignation we desire to place on record our appreciation of his long and valued services to the society and his unbounded liberality with the office. We part with him with the greatest regret which we feel sure will be shared by every member of the society. It is only our consid- eration for his impaired health, which we are assured is due to overwork in his many interests, that compels us reluctantly to accept his resignation at this time. H. B. Dorner, Sec'y. Crops for Small Houses. Ed. American Florist: — Being a reader of your helpful papef and desiring a few suggestions in re- gard to the culture of flowers any little help will be greatly appreciated. I have four houses 12x55 feet heated with hot water and would like to know what I could grow that would be the most profitable for this type of house. The houses were originally built for violets but ha.ve been idle for a couple of years. Prom the high- est point on the beds to the ridge is a trifle over six feet, although I have one house with seven or eight feet to ridge. The beds are solid, having no heat beneath the soil. They are in a good location and get plenty of light. I can run them to 60° in the coldest weather. I can sterilize any of these houses with my boiler as it is fitted for this work. Any sugges- tions will be greatly appreciated. W. M. The first thing to do is to find out what is most in demand in the neigh- borhood as there are many crops that could be grown in such houses. The plant would not be large enough to go into growing for the wholesale cut flower market with any prospect of success, but if there is a local de- mand at retail for bedding plants these should be a very profitable line. During the summer the houses could be filled with tomatoes which could be taken on until early winter when they usually command good prices. In most places there is quite a de- mand in spring for tomato, pepper, lettuce, cabbage and other vegetable plants which can be grown along with the bedding stock and if there are amateur gardeners in the district these will be glad to get hold of plants and vines for their homes, win- dow plants, seeds and sundries. It there is any chance of working up a trade in wreaths or funeral flowers a few carnations could be grown, also any outdoor flowers if there is room arou;id the houses to grow them. Ferns would do well in small houses such as those described and anything that could not be grown could be pur- chased whenever a trade was worked up. Always keep in mind the fact that it is harder to create a demand than to supply one already existing, this making it important to find out what is really needed in the neigh- Dorhood. This can be more easily done there than here and when de- cided on what is to be grown write again should there be any further ad- vice needed. G- Meetings Next Week. Butte, Mont, February H- — Montana Flor- ists" Club, Columbia Gardens. Chicago. February 9. — Gardeners' and Florists' Union No. 10615, 10 and 13 Clark street. „. Cincinnati. O., February 13. 8 ip. m. — Cm- cinnati Florists' Society, Jabez Elliott Flower Market. „ „ . , Davenport, la., February 19. — Trl-Clty Florists' Club, home of Harry Bills. Daven- port, la. Dayton. O., February 7, 8 p. m. — Dayton Florists' Club. 37 E. Fifth street. Detroit, Mich., February 7, 8 p. m. — Detroit Florists' Club, Cowie building. 42-44 Gratiot avenue. igio. The American Florist. 71 Grand Rapids. Mich.. February 7. — Grand Rapids Florists' and Gardeners' Club, office of member. Hartford. Conn., February 11, 8 p. m. — Connecticut Horticultural Society, County- building. La Crosse, Wis., February 8. — La Crosse Gardeners' and Florists' Society. Hotel Stod- dard. Madison, N. J., February 9, 8 p. m. — Mor- ris County Gardeners' and Florists' Society, Masonic hall. Montreal. Que., February 7 — Montreal Gardeners' and Florists' Club, Royal Guard- ians building:. 211 Sherbrook street west. New London, Conn.. February 9. — New London County Horticultural Society, Elks' hall. New York, February 9, 4:30 !>. m. — Horti- cultural Society of New Tork, American In- stitute rooms. Omaha. Neb., February 10. 8 p. m. — Omaha Florists' Club. City hall. St. Louis. Mo.. February 10. 2 p. m. — St Louis Florists' Club, Odd Fellows building. 9th and Olive streets. Toledo, O., February 9. — Toledo Florists' Club. Winnipeg:. Man., February 9. — Winnipeg Florists' Association. Wants, For Sale, Etc One Gent Per Word. Gash with Adv. ForPlant Advs,, See Ready Reference Section. Wbere aoBwers are to be mailed from this office. Qoclose 10 cents extra to cover Dostaee. etc Situation Wanted— .'Vs gardener by Scotchman. 34 years of aee; IS years' experience ia Scotlaod. England and America in all branches of horti- culture; good references. ^^ Key 432. care American Florist. Situation Wanted-Practicat single florist. Ger- man, ^S years of a*!e: good experieoced grower of roses, carnations. 'mums pot plants, etc.; Wis- consin preferred: state wages in first letter. Key 43^. care Amtrican Florist. Situation Wanted-As gardener, private or public: e.xperienced in all branches; trained in Scotland: special experience in chrysanthemums and pot plants: Canada prtferred: married; ab- stainer: age2s. Address Key 43K care American Florist. Help Wanted— An assistant on roses; wages. %\l per week, with show for advancement. William Dittmann, New Lastle. Ind. Help Wanted— E.xperienced vegetable grower lor under glass; mutt be sober and industrious; steady situation send reference Key 428. care .American Florist. Help Wanted— Strong young man not afraid of work; some experience in greenhouse work; slate wages expected, with room and board. Geo. .'\llax, Princeton. N. J. Help Wanted— Voung man as assistant in grow- ing of pot plants; wages. $U.OJ per week. Ad- dress with copy of references, and experience. Key 457 care American Florist. Help Wanted— Florist and gardener; must be an experienced all-arouno man. sober and com- petent; good job if you want to work: married man preferred. Answer at once and send refer- ences. Otto Schwill & Co., Seedsmen and Nurserymen, M<-mpliis. Tenn. Wanted to Rent -Greenhouses of 5,003 to 20.000 feet of glass, retail or wholesale; or will go as partner; good grower and good worker. Frank H. Wilhklm, Florist. Downer's Grove. III. Wanted to Rent— Greenhouse establishment: 15. COO to 2(.).00(tfeet; must be in good repair, good location and good rose soil required shipping distance of Chicago preferred. Key 438. caie American Florist. Wanted— Greenhouse, about 5000 ft. of glass, dwelling, one or more acres of land. Key 43*1 care American Florist. Wanted— Information of a man by the name of Zina Tanner; his father would be very thankful Clark Tanner McGregor. Minn. for Sale— First class florist business in city of 30.01 0; reason for selling; other business. Key 999. care American Florist. _ For Sale— Some 3inch pipe guaranteed sound. 7c per fool. Also several good small boilers cheap. W. H. Salter. Rochester. N. Y. For Sale— Cottage, house and barn and three acres of land; good greenhouse, hen house, fruit; easy terms. Box 24, Milldale, Conn, For Sale— .'\ good florist retail business in growing citv in western New York; 5.0^0 feet of modern built glass, with work room and living rooms attached: best place in town; agoodtrade. .\ good place for the right man. Reasons for sell- ing, other business. Price and details on applica- tion. Key 429, care American Florist. FOR RENT. Greenhouse, 12,000 feet of glass; stocked with sweet peas, carnations, bed- ding plants; good house; 10 acres of land; near Chicago; $50.00 per month. Key 425, care American Florist. WANTED At once, a competent rose and car- nation grower; permanent position to sober, reliable man; wages $18.00 per week. Address Key 941, care American Florist. Help Wanted. A thoroughly competent plantsman well posted in trees, shrubs and all hardy planting material. A good promising position (or the right man who knows his business and can handle men. State references and salary wanted. "Practical Hustler," care American Florist. Ornamental Nurseryman Wanted One familiar with varieties, propa- gation and growing of ornamental trees and decorative plants. Address THE SILVA-BERGTHOLDT CO. Newcastle, California. Situation Wanted. By first-class young Hollander, married, no children, four years' American experience and ten years' experience in different countries in Europe and East Indies; private situation pre- ferred: experienced in landscape gardening and managing a private estate, also capable of man- aging an ornamental nursery; eastero states pre- ferred; age 50. Key 426, care American Florist. TO RENT. A very rare opportunity of one of the most mod- ern and up-to-date florist establishmenis of about 15.000 sq. ft, glass; hot water heat: Superior tubu- lar boiler; entire place equipped with electric lights, cement walks and floors: work building 20x115 two stories 8-room modern flat; good es- tablished business; the conveniences and acconi adations to all transportation, etc. are too numer- ous to mention; they cannot be excelled: if inter esied an investigation will convince. RICHARD F. GLOEDE 1405-H07 Central St.. Evanston, III. Store and Retail Business For Sale. A fully equipped and only store in a town of 15.000 in New York state; the entire good will and an established business for more than 15 years. Business now $8,000 to $10,000 per year, and can be much increased by a good live man, Qn account of poor health- are willing to sell at a sacrifice, and $3,000 will buy it. If you mean business, addrass Key 97 1 , care American Florist. Nursery Foreman. I want a Nurser}- Foreman, married man preferred, for city nursery ■ in Oregon; a man who understands the propagation and growing of nurserj' stock and must be able to superintend all outside work, care for customers, take orders, etc. This is a good place for an ambitious young man. Address KEY 998, CARE AMERICAN FLORIST. Retail Store Man. The advertiser, located in the south, wants a good man to take charge of the retail cut flower department. He must be fully competent to turn out high class design work and decorations. One who has a general knowledge of the seed business would be, preferred, as the cut flower department is carried on in con- nection with a general seed business. A good salary to the right man. Address Key431, care American Florist. FOR SALE. About April 1st we begin tearing down a range of 8.'),0(X) feet of glass to make room for more modern houses. We will have for sale ventilating machines (Hippard), ventilators, ready glazed sash bars in length 8 ft. to 14 ft., gutters and 4-in. cypress and cedar posts, glass in small sizes. Just the material for building small houses, lean-tos, par- titions, etc. Will sell any part or all of it. J. M. 6ASSER GO., Rocky River, Ohio. QreenhouseConstruction BY PROF. L. R. TAFT. It tells the whole story about how to build and heat a greenhouse, be it large or small, and that, too, In a plain, easily understood, practical way. It has 210 pages and 118 illustrations. PRICE, $1.50 Greenhouse Management By the same author. Covers the subject completely. 382 pages. PRICE, $1.50. American Florist Co., 324 Dearborn St., Chicago. 73 The American Florist. Feb. 5, Our Beauties Are in Full Crop We are receiving 500 per da}- of the finest Wire us your orders at IN spite of the greatscarcityof Beauties innearlyall whole- sale houses we have the goods. Our growers have been exceptionally fortunate and are consigning splendid long stemmed flowers with grand foliage. The cut is only beginning and we shall be right in it vi-ith Beauties for the next few weeks. Let us hear from you; it will be to your advantage and ours. Violets for St. Valentine's Day The demand is already heavy but we are well prepared for it. All your customers will want violets for thisoccasion. VAIGHAN & SPERRY, Wholesale Florists quality Beauties ever seen on this market. (1 you will get them, ICill3.rfl£V ^hite and Pink. The finest stock on this market: varieties. Brides and Maids tinue to do so. nTulinS B'^autiful Howers of Lorraine. piDk and white, and all the luil|/9 other popular varieties. Fine slock, long stems. Large supplies received daily. lonOUils '^ pers ol Cut Flowers Carnation Georida tl2J)0 per 100 1100.00 per 100 flreeolioiuea, mw CAnu iNDw w S.OTES. The orchid section of the Horticul- tural Society of New York held a very interesting meeting in the rooms of the American Museum of Natural His- tory, on the night of January 26. Clement L. Moore, Hackensack, N, J , occupied the chair, and Edward Roehrs, Rutherford, N. J., acted as secretary. Other leading growers present were John E. Lager and Henry Hurrell. Summit. N. J., and Jos. A. Manda, West orange, N. J. Geo. V. Nash, secretary of the Horticultural Society, was present and offered valu- able suggestions pertaining to success- ful work. -Vlong these lines, there were remarks li.v Messrs. Lager, Hur- rell, Kitchen, Manda and the president and Secretary. It was decided that meetings should be held on the fourth Wednesday evening of each month. Secretary Nash announced that certifi- cates and diplomas had already been arranged fur. There was some dis- cussion as to tile authority which the Horticultural Society niiiy delegate to the orchid section in tlie matter of offering prizes. A committee, com- posed of Jos. .A Manda. John E. Lager and Edward Roehrs was appointed to confer with the i)arent society on this matter. An entertainment committee was appointed as follows: John E. Lager. Dr. Kitchen and Edward Roehrs. It is understood that at the next meeting a lecture will be deliv- ered by John E. Lager, illustrated with lantern slides, on his experiences as a collector of orchids in South America. There was a splendid ex- hibit uf orchids by Lager & Hurrell, the Julius Roehrs Co,, Jos. A, Manda and Clement L. Moore. The exhibit included not onlv cattleyas, cypri- pediums and other well known com- mercial varieties, but others little known outside the circle of fanciers. The annual dinner of the Flor- ists' Club will be held in the Fifth Avenue building restauiant, Broadway and Twenty-fourth street, on the even- ing of March IT. St. Patrick's day. It will be a reiiresenlative gathering of florists and theii- wives, daughters and sweethearts. Walter F. Sheridan is chairman of the dinner committee, with an able staff of associates, and tliere is no doubt that under such good management the event will prove a success. The admi.ssion will remain the same as last vear, that is, gentle- men. $4: ladies, $3. W. H. Taplin, of Dailledouze Bros., will give a talk on "Carnations" before the club at the next meeting, carantion night, February 14. Ladies and men not members, who are interested in the carnation, are invited to attend. Mr. Taplin's writings are well known to and appreciated by readers of the A.MEHR'AX Fi-ORLST. He Is a genial and intelligent talker and well qualified to handle this subject. If you want a seat, get there early. The first reception and dance of the Florists' social club was held at ttie Leslie rooms, 260 West Eighty-third street, on the night of January 29. It was a very successful and well man- aged affair and credit is dui^ Sam. Gilbert. Sam. Branch, Tony Pomper and other employes of Chas. H. Brown for their work of arrangement. The gathering was largely composed of young people connected with the re- tail trade, and their friends. Among those present were Chas. H. Brown, wife and daughter, and a number of others prominent in the trade. About 75 couples took part in the grand march and the music, dancing and other accessories of a successful social event were of a high order. M. C. Ebel, of the Aphine Co., says that the test of Aphine, at the Boston Flower Market. January 29, was most satisfactory. He has arranged with the Henry F. Michell Co., of Philadel- phia, for a test in its new store February 12. The results of past demonstrations have been so gratify- ing to the company that it is proposed to continue them indefinitely in the leading cities of this country. Daniel F. Ryan, formerly employed in the park department, shot and killed one of his children on January 31, and shot another child and him- self so seriously that both are likely to die. Ryan was unfortunate in los- ing his position and it doubtless drove him insane. Much regret is felt on account of the illness of John Reimels, of Wood- haven. As announced in the last issue of the Florist he was taken suddenly ill in Pittsburg while attending the convention. It is not believed, how- ever, that his condition is serious. Ex-president Traendly, of the S. A. F.. who attended the carnation con- vention and exhibition at Pittsburg, was well pleased with what he saw there, as well as with the hospitality extended by the Pittsburg people. Miss Hannchen Andreae died at Central Valley, January 29, aged 64 years. She was a daughter of Otto Andreae, who for many years was a shipper to this market. Mr. Andreae is now over 90 years old. The date of the New York Florists' Club dinner, it will be noted, covers the meeting of the American Rose Society in this city. It is expected that the rosarians will attend in force. John Reimels, who. as previously reported, was taken seriously ill at Pittsburg, has reached home. He is yet a sick man, but it is believed that his condition has improved. While the observation of carnation or McKinley day was not very notice- able, it helped to clean up carnation stock January 29. John J. Phalon, a retailer of Pater- son, N. J., who buys from J. K, Allen, bought 1,000 carnations for McKinley day. UOWLINC. The Astoria florists' bowling club gave a ladies' night January 25, 36 at- tending and all having an enjoyable time. The club provided prizes to be competed for by the ladies and in turn the ladies' bowling club, which is composed of the wives of the mem- bers of the Florists' bowling club pro- vided six prizes to be competed for by the gentlemen. Each lady received a prize. W. H. .Siebrecht, Sr., received the iirize foi- the greatest number of strikes, John Miesem that for lowest score in the first game, Herman H. Lorenz for making nearest to 77 in any frame, John Donaldson for the greatest number of spares, John Boese for the lowest score in the second game and Philip Einsman for making nearest to 95 in any frame. The prizes received liy the ladies consisted of fancy dishes, plates, bric- a-brac, vases, etc. Prizes received by the men were two boxes of cigars, ci- g'ar case, automatic cigar lighter, flor- ist's knives, muffler and a diamond 'ing. The ladies' bowling club bowls Tuesday afternoons and the men's club in till' evening. On this occasion the ladies remained in the building and the men joined them for supper. Dur- ing the supper ex-Captain John Miesem was presented with a token of the high esteem in which he is held by the club and in recognition of his services as captain. All had a very enjoyable time. This is the second year of the club, and it is certain that it will have a prize-wining team at Rochester this yeai-. Orange Growers Warned. The Satsuma orange, one of the Mandarin class, introduced from Japan, is the earliest and at the same time one of the hardiest oranges grown. Owing to these qualities, it is gaining considerable popularity in the south. But one peculiarity of the Satsuma orange is that it is worthless as a fruit bearer unless grafted or budded on Citrus trifoliata. Sour orange and sweet orange have been generally used as stocks by growers of citrus fruits in the south, and during recent vears the hardy trifoliate orange of China and Japan has come into prominence as a stock. For soils to which it is adapted it may be used with excellent success, but it is not adapted to light, salidy soils. It has been found in practice that certain citrus varieties behave differ- ently when grafted on stock of differ- ent species. This is particularly true of the Satsuma orange. Grafted on sweet or sour orange stock it is worth- less, while on trifoliate stock it suc- ceeds admirably. As the trifoliate stock is adapted only to fairly rich, moist soils, the mistake is sometimes made of using the other stocks named with a view to growing Satsuma oranges on light sandy soils. Some nurserymen have grafted Satsuma orange scions on sour orange stock, and are now offering them for sale. In order to warn growers against a serious mistake, the LTnited States De- partment of Agriculture has issued a circular (No. 46, bureau of plant in- dustry), prepared by Walter T. Swingle. Mr, Swingle says: "It is no exaggeration to say that he who plants a Satsuma orange tree grafted on sour stock might better bur.v a five dollar bill and burn the tree, which, if planted, will linger along for years, only to be finally dug up as worthless." He tells how the intending purchaser can distinguish between the trifoliate and the sour-orange stock, and offers the assistance of the department to those who desire to make sure on this or other points. .St. Louis, Mo. — The Schisler Seed Co. has been incorporated with capi- tal stock $20,000, to deal in plants, shrubs, etc. Streator, Iix. — A new carnation, Mrs. Fawcett Plumb, pink and white variegated, is reported from the W. C. Hill Floral Co. igio. The American Florist. 79 188? Telepbone 107 Madlton Square, J. K. ALLEN, lOlO Wholesale Commission Tlorist. Established 1887. NEW YORK CITY. 106 West 28th Street, Open the year around to receive shipments of Cut Flowers. Open Every Morning at 6 a. m. Prompt Returns To Shippers Traendly £ Schenck, WHOLESALE FLORISTS, NEW YORK. ^Vhole^ale Florist 44 %VIST 28tb STREET. Phones. 708 and 790. Young & Nugent, Telephone 2065-2066 Madison Souare. 42 West 28tH Street* To out-of-town floriBta We are in the Heart of And give special attention to steamer and Theater orders. Prompt deliveries and best stoclc in tbe market. New York CBAEES MILLANG On the ground floor of New York Cut Flower Co. and Cut Flower Exchange, 26th street and 6th Avenue and i^ c isy ^/t\ rK i^ 444 6th Avenue, HI C W I U K l\ Open from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. The "Hub" of the Wholesale Dtstrlct Alexander J. Gultman, THE WH0LES.4LE FLORIST OF NEW YORK 34 WEST 28th STREET rHONM. l»:«4-t)«65 MADIS0.1I SOi:.*l«I ENOUGH SAID Moore, tientz & Nash, WHOLESALE COMMISSION FLORISTS 65 and 57 West 2eth Street, Telepbon* No. 756 mt^t^ vi<«_># Madlton Sanire. HEW YORK. Mention the American Florist ivhen writing Give us a Trial. We can Please you. YORK K Roses, Carnations and all kinds of Seasonable Flowers in Stock. WM. F. KASTING C0.4rS°° ^XTPF/VHiO. IW. •X'. Florists' Supplies and Wire Designs. Mention the American Florist whe7i writing B. S. Slinn, Jr. WTHOLESALE FLORIST 55 and 57 W. 26tli St., NEW YORK Telephones: 4620 4621 3864 Madison Sq. \/irkl PTC CARNATIONS T l\^l.I_, I a AND ROSES SbippioE Orders Receive Prompt Attention. Yo.NKEB.'i, X. Y. — Steps were taken at a recent meeting of several promi- nent florists in the Kleinert building to organizi- the Yonkers Horticultural Society. The following temporary offi- cers wiri' chosen: Frank Knapper. president: i 'harles Louth, secretary: Peter Maclonald. treasurer. ¥ioMe Ho¥erMM'lgto Nfw York. Feb. 2 Roses. Bu.iutv. special SO 00560 UO fancy 30 OOS'40 UO Bride. Bridesmaid, special. 10 0. a 12 00 extra and facicv 8 l» »)i0 00 No 1 and No 2 4 01)51 6 CO Killarnev. special 12 520 00 i-xtra and faoey. 8 00510 00 No.l and No. 2. 4 UO(S> 6 00 My Maryland 4i0a20(0 Richmond 3 0052(1 00 Carnations 2 5t)5; 5 00 Callas ycr doz., 1 005 1 25 Cattleyas 40 00560 00 Gardenias per doz.. 2 005' 4 Hyacinths 1 0(i5; 1 50 Lilium Londifiorum 8 OOr/10 00 I.ily of the Valley 1 5 3 00 MiRnonette per doz.. 505 1 00 Narcissus Paper W hite 1 005 2 00 Trumpet Major 3 t05 5 00 Sweet Peas. PIT djz. buochos. 755 1 5') Tulips 1 505) 5 00 Violets 255) 60 Buffalo. Feb. 2. Roses, Beauty, special 5 00 fancy 4 00 extra 3 "0 Bride, Maid. Killarncy 4 00015 00 tarnations 2 OCi@ 4 00 Daffodils 3 01 @ 5 00 Daisies 1 n(i5 1 50 Hyacinths. Romans 3 0i/5 4 00 Lilium Longiflorum 12 00015 00 Lily of tbe Valley 4 U0@ 5 Misnonettc 3 I0@ 5 00 Narcissus 2 00® 3 06 Stevia 1 00® 1 25 Sweet Peas 5@100 Tulips 3 CO® 5 00 Violets, double 750 I 00 Adiantum 75® 1 SO Asparagus bunch. 25 00 50 00 Asp. Plumosus strings... each 40® 50 Ferns - .. per 1000 2 10 Galax. Green or Bronze per IfXK) 150 Smilax strings 1.^00 August Millang WHOLESALE FLORIST 41 W. 28th St., NEW YORK N.Y. Gut Flower Exchange Coogan Bldg.,5th Ave &W. 26th St,. New York. Open for Cut Flower Sales at 6 o'clock Every Morning. Desirable Wall Space to Rent for Advertising. V. S. DORVAL. Secretary. MONTPEXIEB, Vt. — Fred Benway of Kent street has lost the entire con- tents of his greenhouse owing to the intense cold but he will restock. HORACE E. FROMENT WHOLESALE COMMISSION American Beauty hoses a specialty. Roses, Violets, Carnations, Valley, Lilies, Etc. 57 West 28th St., NEW YORK CITY Telephones- 2200 and 2201 Madison Square. Mention the American Florist when writing Walter F.Sheridan WHOLESALE FLORIST , Telephones: 3532 and 3S33 Madison Sq. 39 West 28th St., NEW YORK. Mention the American Florist when writing FLOWERS SHIPPED BY JOHN I. RAYNOR Are the best product of the best growers for the New York market. Adiantum Croweanum sold here exclusively. 49 West 28th St., NEW YORK Telephone 1998 Madison Square. KESSLERBROS. so W. 28th St., NEW YORK. OUT FLOWERS Wholesale Plantsmen and Florists. Phone 2336 Madison Shipments Everywhere. Promot and satisfactory. Consignments solicited, Mention the American Florist ichen writing FORD BROS., Recelvera and Shipper! of Fresh Flowers 48 West 28th St., NEW YORK. TeleDhone 3870-3871 MtdlaoD Square ALFRED H. LANGJ4HR WHOLBSALB FLORIST, 55 W. 28tii Street, NEW YORK. All flowers in season. Consignments of first class stock solicited. Telepbonea 4026 and 4627 Madison Sqnsre. 80 The American Florist. Feb. 5, Greens! Greens! Greens! Boxwood, oer case. 50 lbs.. $7.50; lOO lbs.. S14.00 UacotBoe Sprays, per 100. SOc : per 1000, $4.00. Gslax, green and bronze, per 1000. 75c; per case 10 000. *.600. Wild Smllai, per 501b. case. $5.00; 2 case lots, IM.OO; 4 case lots, $16. Smilax. per dozen strings, $1 50. Fane; Eastern Ferns, per 1000. $1.50; per 5000. 3fe 25 Green Sheet Moss, per bundle, $1.00. Sphagnum Moss, per bundle. $1.00. William Murphy, Wholesale Commission Florist. ■"m-Iso!" 311 Main St., Cincinnati, 0. Qeorge Cotsonas & Co. Wholesale and Retail Dealers In all kinds of Evergreen Fancy and Da^jrer^ Ferns Bronze and Green Galax, Phone 1202 Mad. Sq. MunStore, 50 W. 28Ui St.. NE^V YORK. New Crop Ferns FANCY and DAGGER ready May 1st. Special price for large orders Price $1.25 per 1000. CALDWELL THE WOODSMAN CO., Evergreen, Alabama Lincoln, Neb. STATE FLORISTS' SOCIETY ORGANIZED. A move has been made to organize the florists of the state into a society for the general welfare of the craft, a meeting having been held here Janu- ary 19. Some of the local men are members of the Nebraska Horticul- tural Society, but it seemed that this .society does not appeal to many, hence the new organization as an auxiliary. The following oflicers were elected to serve one year: Irwin Pry, Lincoln, president. Louis Henderson, Omaha, vice-pres. E. Williams, Grand Island, secretary. M. Atkinson, David City, treasurer. Board of directors.- — C. H. Green, Fremont; B. Simanton, Falls City; R. Dole, Beatrice. By-laws were perfected and the first annual meeting will be held at this city during the meeting of the Horti- cultural Society. We believe that prac- tically every florist in the state will take hold and we shall certainly 'be heard from in the near future. B. W. Nashville. There has been nothing startling in the floral world since the holidays. A very good quality of stock is coming in, sufficient for all demands, consist- ing of roses, carnations, lily of the valley, Roman hyacinths, narcissi, vio- lets and lilies. Mclntyre Bros, are to be seen al- most any morning in the market house with a beautiful display of plants, often when the thermometer registers below freezing. They have covered heated wagons and bring in the plants, for which there is always a ready sale, with perfect safety. The funeral of the late John B. Ramson, millionaire lumber dealer, made an unprecedentedly large call. The retailers had all they could do. The designs were exceedingly hand- some and they were sent out in wagon loads. Geny Bros, have a house of sweet peas .lust coming in, from which they are making their first cut. They have FANCY. Heory M. Robinson & Co. Wholesale Commission Florists. r«* G1/inr/t«o °f ^11 kinds, Hardy Cut Ever- LUl r lowers greens and Florists' SuppUes. Dagger and Fancy Ferns $l.=0peri000 Bronze and Green Galax $1.00 per 1000; 8 50 per 10 000 Leucothoe Sprays $100per lOO; $7.50 per 1000 Southern Wild Smilax, Branch Laurel, Laurel Festooning, Green and Sphagnum Moss, Boxwood Sprays, DAQQBR. A large stock constantly on hand. Can fill orders at a moment's notice, Telephone or telegraph. BOSTON, MASS. Telephones: 2617-2618 Main; Fort Hill 25290. 15 Province Street and 9 Chapman Place, FANCY FERNS, 38-40 Broadway, $1.75 per 1000 New Crop Oalax, Bronze or Green $1.25 per 1000: l».e9», $7.50 Sphaiinuin Moss, large bales $1.25: 6 bales, $7.00. Extra fine Lencolhoe Sprays, Green and Bronze $1.00 per 100: $7.50 per 1000 Boxwood per bunch. 35c; 50-pound case, $8.50 Florists in the Middle and Westera States can save money by placing their orders with us, A trial order solicited, NICHIG/%N CUT FLOWER EXCHANGE, Inc. Wholesale Commission Florists and Florists* Supplies, All phone connections. DETROIT, MICH HOLTON&HINKELCO. Wholesalers of Fresh Flowers 462 Milwaukee St., MILWAUKEE, WIS. liflioMe ncwerMwKet>s St. Louis, Feb. 2. Roses, Beauty, long stems .30 00040 00 medium stems. ,..!.S 00020 00 shortstems 6 00010 00 Bride, Bridesmaid 00@1U 00 Chatenay 6 00010 00 Killarney 6 OOfelO 00 My Maryland 4 00© 6 00 Richmond 6 00010 00 Carnations 2 00 fancy 3 000 4 00 Callas 12 5')015OO Easter Lilies .12 5^^015 00 Hyacinlhs. Roman 1 .50© 2 00 Jonquils .3 00© 4 00 Narcissus 2 ('OS' 2 50 Sweet Peas 50a 75 Adiantum 1 50 Asparagus Sprengeri 2 00© 3 00 cut sprays 1000 2 00 Ferns, fancy per 1000. 1 75 Smilax 12 50015 00 Cincinnati Feb 2. Roses, Beauty 2 000 6 00 Bride. Bridesmaid 3 Ofi© 8 00 Golden Gate 3 00© 8 00 Killarney 4 00010 00 Richmond 4 0001^ 00 Carnations 3 0C@ 4 00 Callas 12 50 Hyacinths. Roman 3 OO Lilium Longiflorum 15 00 Lily of the Valley 4 00 Narcissus. Paper White 3 00 Violets, single and double 1 00© I 50 Adiantum 1000 150 .Asparagus Sprengeri. per bch. 25 Ferns. Eastern per liiOO. 1 SO Galax, Bronze per 1000. 1 25 Smilax 12 50020 00 Milwaukee. Feb. 2. Rosas, Beauty .1 50© 6 00 '■ Bride Bridesmaid 5 00@12 00 " Killarney 5 00015 00 •' Liberty, Chatenay 2 000 8 00 " Perle 4 00010 00 " Richmond 4 00010 00 Carnations 1 50® 4 00 Lilium Giganteum IS 00 Longiflorum.... 15 00 Lily of the Valley 3 000 4 00 Narcissus. Paper Wliite 3 00 Trumpet Major 3 0''© 4 00 Swi'et Peas 75© 1 00 Violets 7.S@ 1 00 Adiantum 1 50 Asparagus per string, SO " Plumosus, per bunch. 35 Sprengeri, " 35 Ferns, Fancy per 1000 2 00 C. A. KUEHN, Wholesale Florist, 1122 Pine St^ ST. LOUIS, MO. A Complete Line ot Wire Designs. Mention the American Florist when xuHtin^ WM. C. SMITH Wholesale Floral Co. WHOLESAIvE FLORISTS iTi!^Jhn.,. ST. LOUIS, MO. Supplies and Everything in Season always on band Mention the American Florist lohen writtns^ H. G.BERNING, Wholesale Florist, 1402 Pine St. ST. LOUIS. Ma Perpetuated and Natural Sheet Southern Wild Smilax. E. A. BEAVEN, Evergreen, Ala. fine stock now from their new plant on the Morrow road, notably Killarney roses. M. C. D. SciiENECT.iDY, X. Y. — Stanley G. Barnes, who has been employed for the past few years at Limmer's. on State street, left January 22 for Pitts- fleld, Mass.. when^ he will open a retail store. Hf went with the con- gratulations and best wishes of his many friends. igio. The American Florist. 81 DESIGNS OR CUT FLOWERS WIU be delivered for the trade in other cities by the firms below, the Leading Retailers in the cities indicated, on Wire, Phone or Mall Orders. GREAT BRITAIN WILLS £ SEGAR, Royal Exotic Nursery, Onslow Crescent. S. Kensington, London FLORISTS TO HIS MftJESTY THE KING. We shall be pleased to carry out commissions. from our American confreres to deliver CUT FLOWERS, FLORAL BASKETS, DESIGNS, etc., to any part of Great Britain. Cablegrams— "FLOSCULO, LONDON." Alexander NcConnell, 571 Fifth Ave., Windsor Arcade. NEW YORK CITY. TELEGRAPH Orders forwarded to any part of the United States, Canada and all principal cities in Europe. Orders transferred or entrusted by the trade to our selection for delivery on steamship* or elsewhere receive special attention. relephone Calls: 487 and 488 38lh St. Cable address: Alexconneu. Western UnioD Code, Cleveland, O. The Cleveland Cut Flower Co. WUl fill your orders for designs and cut flowers In NORTHERN OHIO. Dayton, O. Maffhews, FLORIST 16 W. 3rd Sfrbet. Flowers in any arrangement for all occasions, for Dayton and vicinity. Long dis. Phones St. Paul, Minn. HOLM & OLSON, ST. PAUL THK HADING FLORISTS OF TOE NORTHWUI Orders will be well cared for anywhere in MINNESOTA AND THE DAKOTAS. Los Angeles, Calif. J. W. Wolfskin, FLORIST. '"fl^tSiSgf" 2 18 W. 4th St St. Paul, Minn. L L MAY & CO. Order yoor flowers for delivery to this section from the Leading Florists of the Northwest New York. Established 1874. DARDS N. E. Corner 44tli St. and Madison Ave. Has his own correspondents in all the large cities of Europe and the British Colonies. Cable orders forwarded by private code. Telegraph and Cable Ad- dress, DARDSFLOR. Evansville, Ind. THE Wm. Blackman Floral Co. 402 MAIN STREET Prompt attention given to all mail, telepbont and telegraph orders. Louisville, Ky. EstabUshed 1880. M. D. REIMERS 'ISucceesor to Chas' W. Reimers. 329 Fourth Avenue New York. SstabHstied 1849 David Clarke's Sons FLORAL DECORATORS 2139-2141 Broadway i552-Yig3'°c"oh,.nhus. Clioice Cut FlowBrs San Francisco, Calif. J. B. BOLAND Successor to Sievers and Bolaod^ FLORIST eO KEARNEY STREET. Atlanta, Ga. Atlanta Floral Co. 4 1 Peachtree Street. Pittsburg, Pa. H. L. BLIND S BROS., Two Stores: Liberty Av.& 5th St .5424Center At. Greenhouses: West View. Detroit, Mich. John Breitmeyer's Sons Corner Miami and Gratiot Avenaes. Artistic Designs. High Grade Cut Blooms. We cover all Michigan points and good sections of Ohio, Indiana and Canada. Kansas City, Mo. 6eo. M. Kellogg Flower and Plant Co., S06 GRAND AVE. KANSAS CITY and PLEASANT HILL, MO. Will fill all orders for Cut Flowers, Fnnera) Desl^S, Wedding and Blrtllday Gifts that may be entrusted to them, Terre Haute, Ind. John G. HeinI S Son, 1 29 South Seventh St. Telephone 247. We are in position to fill promptly ^U mail, t«k pbone. telegraph and cable order* with bint aaalitr stock in season. Pittsburg, Pa. A. W. SMITH CO. KEENAN BLX>G. Lareest Floral Establishment in America Established 1874. Incorporated 1909. Rochester, N: Y. J.B. KELLER SO NS, r~ FLORISTS I 25 Clinton Avenue, N. Rochester Phone 606. Long Dis. Bell Phone tin IN HEART OF NEW YORK CITY Phone 2270 38th St. 1294 Broadway Onr Motto-TBX GOUDEN RDIK 82 The American Florist. Feb. s. DESIGNS OR CUT FLOWERS Will be delivered for the trade in other cities by the firms below,the Leading Retailers in the cities indicated on Wire, Phone or Mall Orders. New York. The Flower Shop 13S W. 42nd St. Phone 259 Bryant. Near Knickerbocker Hotel. Finest quality of Roses, Orchids. Gardenias, etc. Particular attention paid to Steamer and Hotel orders. Boston, Mass. Send flower orders for delivery in Boston and all New England Points To THOS. F. GALVIN, Inc., 124 TREMONT ST. THE J. M. 6ASSER COMPANY, (g[L[E^[l[L^I?3[D)p®a We Cover Ml Points in Ohio. St Louis, Mo, Write. Wire or Phone Your Orders to 1406 Olive street, Regular discount allowed on all orders,, eltber Plants or Cut Flowers. mooes Bell. Main 2306. iOnlocb. Central 4881 Kansas City, Mo. Samuel Murray 1017 Broawar ^^er,"?o"rT Both Phones 2670 Main. Write. Telephone All orders given prompt orTeleuraph. attention. New York. We Guarantee Satisfaction. A. T. Bunyard Floral Go. 413 Madiscn Ave, cor. 48th St. Colorado Springs, Colo. PRANK F. CRUMP, Wholesale and Ret&U Florist Orders will be carefully cared for by MICHIGAN. HENRY SMITH, Wholesale and Retail Florist of GRAND RAPID s Wheeling, W. Va. Arthur Langhans will shortly move his store from Market .street to Chap- line street and intends to build a palm house in connection with it. Frank C. Seibert has rented the place until recently run by Edward O'Niel. The Wheeling Floral Co. has gone out of business. SCRANTOX, Pa. — The Florists' Club commemorated the birth of Wm. Mc- Klnley by decorating the bust of the martyred president in the Federal building January 29. Kansas City, Mo. WILLIAM L. ROCK, Flower Co., will carefully execute orderi for Kansas City and anj town in Missouri, Kansas or Oklahoma. Worcester, Mass. Business since Christmas has been the best ever in the history of the florist trade. At present the sup- ply of flowers is about normal; carna- tions and violets are in good sup'ply with a scarcity of good roses. The interest of horticulturists was aroused January 27 at the winter meeting of the Worcester County Horticultural Society. Secretary Adin A. Hixon having been informed that George McWilliam would show one of his new orchid seedlings, he notified the members and the garden- ers and florists attended in large num- bers. The plant shown is the result of a cross between Calanthe vestita rubro-oculata and C. Regnieri, the former being the pollen parent. The seed was sown May 3, 1902. The flow- ers are white with a purplish red cen- ter; there were four- bulbs on the plant with three flower spikes and about 35 flowers on each spike. The plant is a valuable addition to the calanthes, inasmuch as it fills a long-felt want between the early and late flowering kinds. Mr. McWilliam has named the plant Calanthe Orpeti- ana. after Edward O. Orpet, South Lancaster, the w'ell-known orchid ex- pert. Charles W. Wood was chairman of the meeting and with appropriate re- marks introduced Professor Brooks, director of the Massachusetts Agricul- tural College at Amherst. Pro- fessor Brooks spoke of "The Uses and Abuses of Chemical Fertilizers." The talk was informal. Prof. Brooks spoke that all might be benefited by his ad- vice and suggestions. All present took a keen interest in his remarks. He advised all to keep more live stock on the farm and deplored the fact that in the past three years 30,000 cattle have gone out of the state. The grow- ing of clover and other crops for humus, he said, was indispensable in sood farming and a good many crops could be orown after the. regular crop was taken off. while the land in some cases remains idle. When asked what was the best brand of fertilizer to use Professor Brooks said it -was al- most impossible to answer that. Bach one had to know the soil he had to work and each fertilizer acted differ- ently, but all reputable manufacturers aimed to make the best, and by buy- ing of reputable firms one may be as- sured that the fertilizers will contain what they are guaranteed to. At the experiment station they use those that can be used to best advantage. Lange had the decoration for the society event of the year, the marriage of Miss Marguerite Elizabeth Thayer, daugther of the Hon. John R. Thayer, and Dr. William Carter Quimby, of Boston, January 28. The flowers used were American Beautv and pink roses. John Coulson has completed a new •greenhouse, 20x50 feet, at his place on May street. R. Brooklyn, New York. "WILSON" 3 and 5 Greene Ave. and 339 to 347 Greene Ave. Greenhouses: Short Hills, N. J. Deliveries in NEW YORK. LONG ISLAND and NEW JERSEY. Mention the American Florist when writinp New York. MYER, FLORIST, 609-61 1 Madison Ave. Phone 5297 Plaza Indianapolis, !nd. Bertermaoo Bros. Co. FLORISTS 24-1 Massachusetts Ave. Omaha, Neb. Hess&Swoboda, FLORISTS, WlSFarnumSL ,aS''5^?'JS» Denver, Colo. yhc Park ....Floral Co. J. A. VALENTINE. President. Denver, Colo. FLORAL DESIGNS AND FLOWERS Best Quality on Shortest Notice DANIELS & FISHER Order by mail, telephone, telecraph or cable. Cable address "Daniels. Denver" Toronto, Can. Canada's best known and most reliable florist Only the Best Dunlop's 96 Yonge Street. We deliver anywhere in Canada and euarantee safe arrival. y^/s. Seattle, >T7Ty Wash. Y I. W. McCOY pen A UCIMI '^"'''"8 '^'''"'*' UCUi Ai nLinLp TOLEDO, OHIO. All Orders Promptly Executed. igio. The American Florist. 83 DESIGNS OR CUT FLOWERS will be delivered for the trade In other cities by the firms below, the Leading Retailers In the cities Indicated on Wire, Phone or Mall Orders. Clilcago. Establitbed in 18S7. 'mM. FlORiST^ 739 Buckingham Place, L. D. PhoDe 558 Lake View. Send us your retail orders. WB HAVK THE BEST FACILITIES IN THE CITY Chicago. HAUSWIRTB FLORIST Auditorium Annex. Mail, Telesraph or Telephone Orders Filled Promptly in Best Style. Cincinnati, O. JULIUS BAER, 138-140 E. Fonrth St long Distance Thoae. New Orleans CUT FLOWERS For Tonrlsts and General Trade. Wire or mail. Highest Grade Stock Only* H^i^ VIRGIN, ^H^\°if: Savannah, Ga. JOHN WOLF, Wholesale and Retail FLORIST. Kalamazoo and Battle Creek, Mich. fl. A. FISHER CO. Wholesale euid Retail Florists. We Handle Everything in Season. Pittsburg. The convention being over, business is back again to its normal state after a lull of a few days. McKinley day did not create the demand for carna- tions the florists anticipated, and Sat- urday evening found many of them loaded down. Roses are selling up pretty clean and Beauties are much sought, there being not enough in the market to fill one-third the orders. An abundance of fine lilies, jonquils, sweet peas, Roman hyacinths, lily of the valley and freesias are coming in. Tulips are very plentiful, but very short in the stem. L. L. Lamborn. Alliance, O., visited the convention, but his visit was sud- denly cut short by the news that his business block in Canton was in flames. J. Washington, D. C. I4th and H Streets. Also 1601 Eutaw Place, Baltimore, Md. Lansing, Mich. Gurdon B. Smith Covers all Points in Michigan. Best of Shipping Facilitirs in all Directions. Always has the best of Everythirg. Buffalo, Niagara Falls, LockpoH. S. \. Anderson, 440 Main St., Buffalo, N. Y. Mail. Telephone and Teleerapb orders filled oromDtJy wiih the choicest stock. FROM NEW YORK, EXCEPT AS NOTED. February 8. .Statendam, Holland-Amer., Li a. m., Hobokeii pier. FROM BOSTON — Ivernia. CunarO. S a. m., Cunard Wharf. Febniarj' !*• Mauretania. Cunard. 9 a. m., Pier 5(J, I^J^orth River. Vaderland. Red Star, 10 a. m.. Pier 14. North River. FROM ST. JOHN. N. B.— Sardinian. Allan. February 10. La Savoie, French. 10 a. m.. Pier 42, North River. Main. N. Ger. Llovd. 10 a. m.. Hoboken Pier. FROM BALTIMORE— Roon. N. Ger. Lloyd. 2 p. m.. Pier 9. Locust Point. February 11. FROM ST. JOHN. N. B. — Empress of Britain. Can.-Paeifio. February 12. Caledonia. Anchor. 10 a. m.. Pier 64. North River. Adriatic, American. 10 a. m.. Pier lo, North River. Pannonia. Cunard. 12 noon. Piers 51 and 52. North River. Canopic. White Star, 12 noon. Pier 4S. West 11th Street. Amerika. Ham. Amer. . 11 a. ni.. Hoboken Pier. Veiiezia, Fabre, 1 p. m., Amity Dock. Koenig Albert, N. Ger. Lloyd, 11 a. m., Ho- boken Pier. FROM PORTLAND— Canada.' White Star- Dom .- ".- -^ ' 4AJDE BR08XA TLORISTSt WASfllNGTON D. C. Gude's Washington, D. C. Geo. C. Shaffer, :: s FLORIST •.: :: Phone 2416 Mahi 14tli fi Eye Sts, N. W Write. Telegraph or Telephone, Buffalo, N. Y. Flowers "'Quality W. J. Palmer & Son, 304 Main St. Albany, N. Y. Flowers or Design Work. Delivered in Albany and Vicinity on Telegraphic Order. 11 NORTH PEARI STREET. Milwaukee, Wis. CCPollworthCo. WUl take proper . AVisconSUl. care of your orders n ▼▼*»^-"» »»»»*• Louisville, Ky. JACOB SCHULZ, 550 So. Fourth Avenue. Anderson, S. C. THE ANDERSON FLORAl CO. 533 MAKSHAUAVX. 84 The American Florist. Fd. The Seed Trade. | Amerlcao Seed Trade Assoclallon. J. C. Robinson. Wateiloo. Neb , Pres.; M. H. Duryea. New York, First Vice Pres.: P. W.BolKiano.\Vasbinidton.D.C..bccoDd Vice- Pres.-, C E Kendel, Cluveland O.. Scc'y aDd Treas.. Leonard H. Vauyhan. Chicago. Asst, bec'y. Twenty eigluh annual conven- tion, at .•\tlantic Lity, N. J. June 21. 19 0. The Canners' convention will be lield at Atlantic City, N. J., February 7-11. Herb seeds and some other odd items are slo-w in coming in and of poor test. The trade is wondering to what extent the floods in the vicinity of Paris have injured stored stocks for seed growing. Okion Set contract prices are being made on a basis of last year's figures. Prices for immediate delivery are probably a shade lower. COKTBACT prices for tuberose bulbs the coming year probably will be af- fected by the high price of cotton, many of the southern farmers look- ing on the cotton crop as being more profitable in view of the present un- precedented high prices. Chicago. — Contract prices on the board of trade February 2 for grass seed were noted as follows: Timothy, $4.25. White clover, from 20 cents to 25 cents. — Visitors: A. Lehman, Lom- poc, Calif., with wife and family, en- route to Europe; J. C. Bodger, Gar- dena, Calif., returning from the east; C. W. Scott, New York; E. L. Olm- sted, of the Everett B. Clark Seed Co., Green Bay. Wis. Bristol, Pa. — On January 25, Alfred Landreth, a grandson of the founder of the well-known seed firm of that name, died at this place. Mr. Land- reth was not identified with the busi- ness, but was a man of great gentle- ness and affability and won the affec- tion of everyone with whom he was brought in contact. He was a soldier on the Union side in the war of the rebellion. New York. — C. W. Scott. of "Vaughan's Seed Store, has the sym- pathy of the trade in the loss of his father, who died at his home in Grand Rapids, Wis.. January 30. Alex. Hen- derson and M. Barker attended the funeral. Carl Cropp. of the firm's Chicago establishment, is in the city with headquarters at the Barclay street store. Douglas Roy, formerly of the same store, has taken a position Braslan Seed Growers Go. Lettuce, Onion, Sweet Peas, Growers for the Wholesale Trade Only. SAN JOSE, CALIF. in the Chicago house. — Harry Bun- yard, of A. T. Boddington's store, was a delegate to the Pittsburg convention and enjoyed it immensely. — Arthur Watkins, of W. E. Marshall & Co., is confined to his rooms by an attack of inflammatory rheumatism. — The seeds- men, as a rule, report good business and there are indications that this will be a record breaking season. — Joseph Miller, 29, an employe of J. M. Thor- burn & Co., lost his life attempting to board a moving freight elevator Jan- uary 31. Commission Seeds. Persons having small garden patches commonly buy most or all of their vegetable seeds in small packages from what are known as "commission pack- ages," i. e.. boxes put up by dealers in seeds which contain an assortment of "commission packages" from one sea- son to the next. Whoever puts up the packages is responsible if he does not take the same pains to put seed of good quality into these packages that he takes in supplying those who buy in larger quantities. The comparatively few tests made of these seeds during the last season are enough to show that some of these "commission boxes" contain seeds which are agriculturally worth- less and can bring only disappoint- ment and loss to those who buy them. In the spring of 1909 our agent bought 83 packages, representing seven varieties of garden seeds. These v,-ere put up by 17 different firms and bought in different parts of the state. The results of the tests may be summarized as follows: Lettuce. — Not less than 85 per cent PACKING DEPARTMENT OF WILDPRET BROS., PORT OROTAVA, TENERIFFE. DurinK till- Packinff of oni- of tlu-ir Largest Ordi-r^ For 14.000 Pounds of Bermuda Oninn Si-od to Oni' Customer in This Country. the most commonly used garden vari- eties. The garden, cared for by mem- bers of the owner's family, contributes very materially to their support and its partial failure materially increases the cost of living. Fresh seed, true to name, is the first essential of suc- cess. Responsibility for the quality of the seed rests primarily with the retail dealer, if he carries over his Peas if Beans Alfred J. Brown Seed Co., Growers for Uie Wholeaale Trade, GRAND RAPIDS MICH. of lettuce seed should germinate. Six out of the 15 package samples showed inferior germination and four at least were unfit for use." One sample seemed to be a mixture of fresh and old seed; 85 per cent of the fresh- looking seed sprouted and only 25 per cent of the old seed. Radish. — Ninety per cent of radish seed should germinate. Only four samples germinated as high as this. Of the other 13 samples, four were fairly good, the others quite inferior and four agriculturally worthless .on account of low vitality. Onion. — Seventy-five per cent of Connecticut grown onion seed should germinate. Half of the samples ex- amined fell below this standard and five were worthless. Cucumber. — Eighty-five per cent germination is the standard for this seed. Half of the samples equaled or exceeded this, the other half were inferior. Muskmelon. — Of the twelve samples tested, five germinated 85 per cent, or more, and on the other hand three samples germinated less than 50 per cent. igio. The American Florist. .85 S. D. WOODRUFF & SONS, SEED GROWERS Dealers ID Garden. Field and Flower Seeds. Specialties: Beet. Carrot. Corn. Peas. Beans. Onion Sets and Seed Potatoes. CataloEue tree. Contracts fallen. 82-84 Dey street. Orange, Conn. NEW YORK. GET QUOTATIONS FROM LSNDRETH SEEDS which SUCCEED filtomsdale farm. Bristol, Pa. quality:™ • END rOK OATALOOl t. ARTHUR T. BODDINQTON C :l4t Wm) 14th SI., Ken Tork. AULiFLOWER ^g A B B A G E LILY or THE VALLEY PIPS HJALMAR HARTMANN & CO. Logangstraede 20. COPENHAGEN, DENMARK MANN'S Lily of the Valley are the 6nest id existence and their flowers 'brJDir the best prices on the London market For quotation please apply to OTTO MANN, Leipzig, Saxony, Germany. Watermelon. — Only seven samples ■were tested. Over 80 per cent of the seed in three packages germinated and three others germinated less than 50 per cent. The package of one firm contained seeds of at least two •v:arietie.'!. quite different in size and ■color. The number of tests is quite too small to justify a judgment as to the general quality of seeds put up by any seedsman. It is quite possible for the retailer to sell seed which has Iain over in his hands from a previous year, and it may be that some samples were taken from such boxes. It appears, however, that some of the seed boxes from which small quantities of vege- table seeds are sold contain old and worthless stock. Two firms sold by the ounce and all the other seeds were in five-cent packages. Examination shows that in four of the varieties some packages contained three times the weight of seed found in others. — Conn. Exp. Stn. Bull. A Note From Muscatine, la. Ed. Americak Florist: — We think your seed page better than <'ver and enjoy it very much. Have had the longest spell of good sleighing here for years, and although the ground is white, yet we are starting to prepare our first hotbeds for early plants. The extreme drought last Aug- ojst cut some of our seed crops short, but orders are coming in nicely and we hope to grow lots of seeds this year. J. E. Hoopes & Co. Winlerson's Seed Store 45-47-49 WABASH AVE. ^^^e^SSf""^ CHICAGO Piantsmen, Nurserymen, Seedsmen and Florists' Supplies We can supply everytliing tlie Florist Uses Catalogue Free ASTER SEED Smith's Peerless The best late White Branching Aster. Also a fine line of the Standards in Early, Midseason and Late. Write for Catalogue, ELMER D. SMITH & CO., Adrian, Micb. -FOR- SEEDS OF ALL KINDS APPLY TO W. W. JOHNSON & SON, Limited, Boston. Ensland. STOCK SEED risk's Brancblng in all colors Trade pacltot. 4nc.. 02.S4.W. Pure White, tr. packet. 50c.. oz. .*S.OO Also Beauty of Nice strains. H. £. FISKE SEED CO., Boston, Mass. S. JB. IsbeU & Co., Jackson, Mich. CONTRACT SEEX> GRO\S^ERS, Bean, Cucumber, Tomato, Pea, Muskmelon, Squash, Watermelon, Radish, Sweet Com. Correspondence solicited. Imports. During the week ending January 29 imports were received at New Tork as follows: Brown Bros. Co., 3,000 bags sun- flower seed, 500 bags seed. McHutchison & Co., 84 cases bulbs. C. C. Abel & Co.. 22 cases trees. Stumpp & Walter Co., 4 pkgs. bulbs. W. Hagemann & Co., 2 cases bulbs. H. F. Darrow, 105 cases valley, five cases seed Wm. Elliott & Sons, 42 pkgs. seed. Schulz & Ruckgaber. 7 bags seed. Phillips Seed Co., five cases seed. Vaughan's Seed Store, four pkgs., one case seed. Weeber & Don, one pkg. seed. P. Henderson & Co., one case seed. Burnett Bros., one case seed To others, 19 cases plants, 224 cases bulbs, 26 cases valley, 314 bags, 299 pkgs. 54 cases, 13 bbls. seed, 175 bags clover seed, 125 bags sunflower seed, 100 bags poppy seed. ASPARAGUS Sprengeri, per 1000 see ds 75c PETUNIA Larpe tlowerinsr. double fnnged. trade pkt .. 1 00 Larffc ti"\verinK. sin^^le fringed, trade pkt .. 50 Lariie floweringf. sinsle Iringed, California Giants 50 SALVIA Zurich, o/ 5 00 Triumph.o/ 5 00 MOONFLOWER, White Seed .S5 FRESH TOBACCO STEMS. Bale of 300 Iba., $1.75: ton. $V.OO. W. C. BEGKERT, Seedsman, 103 Federal St., N.S., PnrSBURG, PA. Mention the American Florist when writing JOHN RODGER & SONS CO. Gardena, Calif. Wholesale Growers of Sweet Peas, Tomatoes, lima Beans, Lettuce, Asters, Cosmos and other Flower Seeds. Mention the American Florist when writing Waldo Rohnert GILROY, CAL. Wholesale Seed Grower Specialties: Lettuce, Onion, Sweet Peas, Aster, Cosmos, Mignonette, Verbe a, in variety. Correspondence solicited. Mention the American Florist when writing Pape & Bergmann, Quedlinburg, Germany. Elite Seeds of Flowers and Vegetaliles. Specialties: Stock. Pansies. Cyclamen, etc.. Cactus Dahlias Bulbs. ' General Catalogue Free ilfentioit the American Florist when writing 86 The American Florist. Feb. 5, Fancy Leaved Caladiums An unexcelled collection of more than 150 varieties, including many of the newest Brazilian sorts, which are now offered for the first time. SPECIAL SELECTIONS. Per doz. Per 100 Choice Standard Varieties $1.50 $10.00 New or Rare Varieties 2.00 15.00 Selected New and Rare Varieties 3.50 25.00 For the most complete list of Seasonable Bulbs, such as Tuberous Rooted Begonias, Gloxinias, Etc. See our current wholesale list. The above prices are intended for tlie trade only. Henry A. Dreer, 714 Chestnut St Phila(lelphJa,Pa. Home-Grown Sugar-Beet Seed. As a ifsult of an experiment ivhich has been conducted near Phoenix, Ariz., it , has been found that sugar- beet seed can be grown successfully in that section of the country, and better still, that it can be grown in a single year. In Arizona it Is customary to plant sugar-beet seed the latter part of November, har- vesting the crop the following July. It has been found that it the seed is planted a month I'arlier in the fall the beets will produce a crop of seed the following year. This takes sugar beets, for that section of the country, out of the biennial class, and puts them in with the winter annuals. It means the saving of a year in the production of seed, and will greatly simplify the process. Nearly 7.000.000 pounds of sugar- beet seed are used in the United States every year. At present the bulk of this supply comes from Ger- many, and costs the American grower about 10 cents a pound. The German method of producing sugar-beet seed is rather complicated. When the beets are dug in the fall a number of the best specimens, averaging in size from 20 to 24 ounces, are select- ed for "mothers." A sample taken from each of these mothers is ana- lyzed for sugar content. In some cases the density and purity of the juice are also determined. These mothers are divided into grades, according to sugar content, and stored in silos during the win- ter. Those that fail to come up to the required standard are discarded. In the spring these mother beets are set out and cultivated carefully. From them the seed of commerce is pro- duced. By these painstaking methods the sugar-producing ability of (the beets is kept up to its present high standard, and even increased from year to year. Recently beet seed has been grown to a limited extent in the United States in Utah and Washington. This home-grown seed has shown greater yielding ability than the seed from Germany. The beets from home- grown seed have better quality and iiigher vitality. and seem better adapted to American conditions. Ow- ing to the difficulty of production. iK.wever. beet-seed growing in Wash- ington and Utah ha.'^ not spread very rapidly. With more favorable climatic con- ditions prevailing in Arizona, espe- cially the absence of severe winter weather and the dryness at harvest time, it may be possible to make beet- seed growing an imprtant industry there. Of course, since the beets are not dug in the fall, they cannot be selected as carefully as is done in Germany. Whether the quality of the product can be kept up by other methods of selection remains to be proven. Perhaps some method of breeding like that which is giving such good results in the corn fields of the Mississippi valley may be adapted to sugar beets. The Depart- ment of Agriculture has been asked to investigate the matter. The results of this investigation will be awaited with much interest by the people of the sugar-beet-growing districts. — Scientific American. Wliy the Crops Were Big:. We thought it would happen; and it has. Senator Depew has attempted to vindicate the new tariff law. He made a speech in the senate from which the following is quoted: "With the passage of the new tariff lull, we enter upon a period of pros- I.ierity unknown in the history of this or any other country. From results gathered by careful examination all over the country, there will be an in- crease in the production of winter wheat, spring wheat, corn. oats, barley and rye in 1909 over 1908, in round numbers, of one thousand one hun- dred and sixty-nine millions of bush- els, or 27 per cent, and that 27 per cent increase is in comparison with a normal year. There will be an increase in the hay crop in the .same period of over three millions and a half of tons." We shudder at the thought of the dismal crop failures that would have resulted from the passage of a new tariff law different from the one given to the country by Aldrich and Cannon! — Lafollettes. ESTABLISHED IN 18£4. Bridgeman's Seed Warelioase RICKARDS BROS., Props., 37 East 19th St., Ta«„ VnoL- bet B»oadway and 4th Ave., «CW lUrK Telephone 4235 Gramerc7. CHOICE GERMAN FLOWER SEEDS Catalogue free on application. Stamp letters 5 cents; foreign post cards 2 cents. FREDERICK ROEMER, Seed Grower, Quedlinburg, Germany. CLEARING SALE Perennial Rye Grass (Lolium Pcrenne). crop 190m. The heaviest seed ever imported, weighiiiRr 2'» lbs. per bushel. Samples on reqiiesl.; l|i..tc, lOU lbs . $5.50. f.o.b. New Orleans. THE AVfiNUE FLORAL CO., 3442 St. Charles Ave,. NEW ORLEANS, LA. Mention the American Florist when wriUns Catalogues Received. J. M. Thorburn & Co.. New York, trade list of seeds: W. Atlee Burpee, Philadelphia, Pa., wholesale list of seeds; R. Vincent, Jr.. & Sons Co., White Marsh, Md.. geraniums; S. M. Isbell & Co.. Jackson. Mieh.. seeds; Henry F. Michel! Co.. Philadelphia. Pa., wholesale list of seeds; American Blower Co.. Detroit. Mich., steam traps; Henry A. Dreer. Inc.. Philadel- phia. Pa., wholesale list of seeds; D. Landreth Seed Co., Bristol, Pa., seeds; Weeber & Don. New York, seeds; O. V. Zangen. Hoboken, N. J., wholesale list of seeds; Arthur Cowee. Berlin, N. Y.. gladioli; Wm. Elliott & Sons, New York, seeds; G. H. Hunkel Co.. Milwaukee, Wis., seeds; Leonard Seed Co., Chicago, seeds; Morris & Snow Seed Co.. Los Angeles. Calif., seeds; Reasoner Bros., Oneco. Pla.. nursery stock; Livingston Seed Co.. Columbus, O., tomatoes; Johnson Seed Co.. Phil- adelphia, Pa., seeds; Moore Seed Co.. Philadelphia. Pa., wholesale list of seeds. igio. The American Florist. IQllQl F. O. B. New York or Chicago. For Immediate Delivery. We are the largest handlers of Cannas in the world. Cannas -will bear comparison with any house in the Stcck unequalled. Our prices upon Canna business. KED-FLOWERING CANNAS. 100 1000 Louisiana, 7 ft Jl.VS $15.00 -Alice Roosevelt, 4 ft 3.00 25.00 .4. Bouvier. 5 ft 1.50 14.00 Beante Poitevine, ZV, ft.. 2.00 17.50 Black Prince, 3 to 4 ft... 2.25 20.00 Chas. Henderson, 4 ft... 1.75 16.00 Crimson Berrer, 3 ft 2.00 17.50 D. of Marlborough, 4 V4 ft. 1.75 15.00 J. D. Eisele, 5 ft 1.75 16.00 Exp. Cranipbeli, 5'/. ft... 1.50 14.00 Express. 2 to 2% ft 2.25 20 00 Pres. McKinley, 2 V. to Z ft. 1.50 14.00 Tarrytown, 3Vi ft 1.75 15.00 BED. GOLD-EDGED -AND SPOTTED SH.ADES. Gladiator, 4 ft Cinnabar, 4 'i; ft Indiana, 3 to 4 ft Queen Charlotte, 3V. ft.. Mad. Crozy, 5 ■/■ ft Premier, 2 V. ft S. de A. Crozy, * to 6 ft PINK SHADES. I.. Patry, 4% ft 1.75 15.00 Lonise. 5 ft 2.00 17.50 Mile. Berat, 4% ft 1.75 15.00 Tennyson, 5 ^i ft 2.75 25.00 2.75 25.00 1.76 15.00 1.75 15.00 2.25 20.00 2.25 20.00 2.00 17.50 2.75 25.00 YELLOW SHADES. 100 1000 Buttercup. 3% ft $1.75 $15.00 C. de Bouchard. 4 Ms ft... 2.00 17.60 Florence Vaughan, 5 ft.... 2.50 20.00 L. E. Bailey. 4 V. ft 2.75 26.00 Richard Wallace, 4% ft.. 2.75 26.00 WHITE AND CREAM SHADES. Alsace, 3% ft 1.75 15.00 BRONZE-LEAVED FLOWERING CANNAS. Brandywine, 4 to 5 ft.... 2.00 Black Beauty, 6 ft 2.75 David Harum, zy^ ft 2.76 Egandale, 4 ft. King Humbert, 4 ft Leonard Vaughan, 4^ ft.. Musafolia, 5 ft Pillar of Fire, 6-7 ft Robusta, 6-8 ft Shenandoah, 6 ft ORCHID-FLOWEEING AUemannia, 4 to 5 ft. . . . Austria, 5 ft Italia, 4>4 ft Kronus, 5 ft Mrs. Kate Gray, 6 ft Pennsylvania, 5 ft Wyoming, 7 ft 1.60 3.25 1.75 2.75 2.25 1.75 1.75 17.50 25.00 25.00 14.00 30.00 15.00 26 00 20.00 17.60 15.00 CANNAS. 1.75 1.25 1.75 1.75 1.75 1.75 2.76 16.00 12.00 15.00 15.00 15.00 15.00 25.00 Our Cannas are packed 250 in a box; two jean be "cleated" together and shipped as one. One box of 250 sold at thousand rate; it is cheaper for you to buy a box than 200 at 100 rate. iSW/o^rT/rSias WINTERSON'S SEED STORE, 45-47-49 Wabash Ave., Chicago, 111. Arthur T. Boddington, SEEDSMAN, 342 West 14th Street. NEW YORK. 88 The American Florist. Feb. 5, 6reeDhonae Vegetable Growers aad Market Oardeoers* Association. C.W.Waid. NewCarlisle.Pa., President; Franklin DeKleine. Grand Rapids, Mich.. Vice-President; S. W. Severance. 5P8 Illi- nois Life Buildine, Louisville. Ky.. Secre- tary; M. L. Ruetenik. Cleveland. O.. Treas. THE estimated annual output of fresh mushrooms through the Central Market of Paris is 15,000,000 pounds. AT the annual meeting of the Massa- chusetts Asparagus Growers' Associa- tion, held at Concord, January 28, the old ofl5cers were re-elected as follows: Chas. W. Prescott, Concord, president; T. Hollis, secretary-treasurer. It was an enjoyable meeting full of good feeling and intelligent discussion. It was voted to hold another field day in September and there is a universal feeling of satisfaction at the progress made. Lettuce Temperatures. I noted "Marketman's" reply to my •experience in lettuce temperatures, but when I spoke of raising five' to six crops in one season, I did not men- tion my methods of doing it. I raise . jTiy plants in shallow boxes, and when the plants show the fourth leaf trans- plant in the bed four inches each way. We renew the soil in the greenhouse every other year and prepare the soil as follows: In the spring we gather sod from the road, haul to manure yard and pile one load of sod to one- half a load of rotted cow manure, making the pile about three feet high; then we soak it with liquid cow manure, fork the pile over three or four times during summer, and in .September, bring it into the green- house and spread it four inches thick. In this soil we raise two crops, for the following crops, applying a top dressing of liquid cow manure with nitrate of soda dissolved, eight pounds to the barrel of the liquid. The next year we apply a good coat of cow manure, spade it deeply under, raise one crop, then stir the soil lightly, not touching the manure be- low; give top dressing as before men- tioned to the following crops. After many years' experience we find this the best treatment for lettuce, and, with some sunshine, we always force a crop in 30 to 35 days. This means leaf lettuce, for which I prefer Grand Rapids, as it stands more heat than any other. We do not allow a stalk of lettuce to grow heavier than three ounces, as our customers prefer the smaller size, because of too much waste in the big stems. I am not as good in handling a pen as a hoe or fork, but I hope this will convince "Marketman" of the possibility of jaising five or six crops a season. David Wolf. Manure for Crops Under Glass. The use of stable manure as a source of greenhouse plant food has been the custom for so many years, that more effective forms make head- way slowly; yet the stable manure has many disadvantages. It always con- tains more or less weed seed as -n'ell as disease germs, and It supplies its plant SEEDS FOB THE MARKET GARDENED are our specialty. Quality, our first consideration. We have a very larje and complete stock of all kinds of seeds and evcrythiDf? in the line of fruit trees, berry bushes, etc. Our new 112 page catalogue contains true description and no overdrawn illustrations. Our prices are right, quality considered. Market Gardeners are requested to write for our Market Garden Wholesale Catalogue, sect free on request. GERMAN NURSERIES & SEED HOUSE BOX 245 Establlabed 1886 BEATRICE, NEB. food in available form very irregularly. Also, by.fermentation, it materially in- fluences the temperature of the seed bed, a temperature we have no means of regulating. In the next place, the plant foods are sometimes non-avail- able, hence for forcing it cannot be safely relied upon. For greenhouse work the Evergreen brand fertilizer has been used exten- sively, where the highest marketable quality, rapiditv of growth and early maturity are to be attained. All crops that are wanted early, with rapid and luscious growth, get the proper nour- ishment from such manures which are perfect plant foods, ready on the instant. This fertilizer is peculiarly adapted for broadcasting over the plants, after they have made a partial growth, since it is so comple^tcly soluble that but a slight amount of moisture is necessary in order to distribute it throughout the soil, and, because of its ready availability, it is used by the plant as soon as it comes in contact with its roots. It possesses both these characteristics, and is therefore to be particularly recommended for those crops which need an early and abund- ant supply of food. Prices of Indoor Fruits and Vegetables. Chicago, February 2. — Mushrooms, 25 cents to 75 cents per pound; cucum- bers, $1.00 to $1.25 per dozen; lettuce, 40 cents per box; tomatoes, 20 centa per pound; radishes, 50 cents per dozen; asparagus, 25 cents to 40 cents per bunch; grapes, Gros Colman, 75 cents per pound. New York, January 29. — Mushrooms. 40 cents per pound; cucumbers, 75 cents to $1 per dozen; tomatoes, 20 cents per pound; radishes, 3 cents per bunch; asparagus, $6 per dozen bunches; rhubarb, 75 cents per dozen bunches; grapes, Gros Colman, 65 cents per pound; peaches, $3.50 per dozen. European Horticulture. FBOM THK BRITISH TKADE PAPEBS. Aphelandra Tetragona. — A bold and effective shrub from South America. It was originally called Justicia tetra- gona, and then Justica cristata, but is now referred to aphelandra. A two-year-old plant that flowered at Kew in May, 1908, bore, on one growth nearly four feet high, 13 spikes of brilliant red-pink flowers. These spikes varied from four to seven inches in length. The flowers are tubular, and double-lipped, the lower lip being recurved and almost an inch long. A showy stove plant, with lar&e ovate lanceolate leaves. Veronicas at Kew. — Within the last few years the merits of the garden varieties of veronica as flowering plants for the greenhouse at this season have been made more promi- nent, and a representative collection makes a good show at Kew. Note- worthy among those now in flower are: Admiration, purple, shaded vio- let; Attraction, deep violet; Diamant, bright crimson; Eveline, salmon-pink; Gabrielle, rose-pink; La Seduisante, violet-purple, bronzy foliage; Reine des Blanches, white; and "Valerie, blue. MUSHROOMS HOW TO GROW THEM BV WM. FALCONBR. The Best American Book on tbe Subject. 170 Pages. 20 nioBtratloiis. Price $1.00. — AMERICAN FLORIST CO. 324 Dearborn St., CHICAGO. VEGETABLE PLANTS. Cabbage, Wakefield and Successsion, $1.00 pe 1000. S.50 per 10.000. Pariley, 2Sc per 100: $1 25 per 1000. Lettuce, Bie Boi-ton. Boston Market, Grand Rap ids, $1 00 per 1000. — Cash with order. R.VIHCEMT,Jr. &SOHSCO.,*"'&S!'^^ WatCtl lor our Trade Mark stamped on every brick of Lambert's Pure Culture Mushroom Spawn SubstitutioD of cheaper grades is thus easily exposed. Fresh sample 'p---^ brick, with illustrated book, mailed "■^^ postpaid by manufacturers upon re- ceipt of 40 cents in postage. Address Trade Mark. American Spawn Co., St.raal.Minii Contracts to jirow all kinds of Vegetable Plants, transplanted or uot. Also Gera- niums Coleus. Cannas, Salvias. Verbenas. Pansics, etc.. for spri'ip delivery. Al stock only. Correspondence solicited. Alnn7n I Hrvan wholesale Fiori't, AIUII^U Ji DIJfail, Wash ngton, New Jersey. Abutilons at Kew. — There is a quite extensive group of abutilons, all comparatively small plants, with single, upright stems, grown in 5-inch pots. They are flowering freely, and are certainly very pretty. The best scarlet appears to be Red Gauntlet, the best white Boule de Neige, and the best pink Rosseflorum. I did not note any yellows, the best of which, as far as my experience goes, is Golden Fleece. Peliosanthes Violacea Clarkei. — ^A graceful orchid-like plant from south- eastern Asia. The plant has a short root-stock, from which the foot-long leaves rise singly. The spikes of semi-pendulous purple flowers also rise independently from the under- ground leaf stalk. Who Said Dock? Ed. American Florist: — It is probable that some of your readers may be interested in Rumex optusifolius. The enclosed clipping is from the Nashville Banner, being a special from Paris, France. James Morton. "Paris, January 22. — The investiga- tion of chemists show that a certain plant growing all over the known parts of the earth, namely, Rumex optusifolius, contains an unusual amount of iron. More than one-half per cent of iron can be extracted from the dry roots of the plant, a greater amount than has been found in any other plant. igio. The American Florist. 89 Vailgh|in'<^New Crop P|Q|||f9|- SeodS For Present Sowing 10 per cent Special CASH DISCOUN T.On orders over $2.00 for Flower Seeds if the cash is enclosed. 10 percent. This ^^-^— ^^-^^^-^^^^— ^-^^— — — ^■^^— discount does not apply to Asparagus Seed. Cash discount on this is 2 per cent. Trade pkt. Feverfew, Matricaria Capensis plenissima $0.10 Forget-me-not, Vaughan's early and late flowering. . ■. H-oz., 25c Flicksia, double and single varieties, mixed 260 seeds, 25c; 1,000 seeds, $2.00 Geranium, Apple-scented 200 seeds, 25c; 1000 seeds, $1.00 GreTiUea Robusta silk oak Unaria Cymballaria (Kenilworth Ivy) . . . . »^-oz.. 40c lantana Hybrids, mixed Lemon ^'erbena Lobelia Crystal Palace Compacta Speciosa for hanging baskets Vt, oz., 15c Emperor William, dwarf, ^ oz., 25c Bedding Queen, best dwarf ....% oz., 25c Maurandya, mixed H oz., 25c Mimulus (Musk Plant) y^ oz., 30c Pansies. Vaughan's International Mixture, per oz., $10.00; ',A oz.. $5.00; H oz., $1.50; trade pkt., 50c. Vaughan's "Giant Pansy Mixture." % lb., $14.00; oz., $4.00; % oz., 60c; trade pkt.. 25c. Vaughan's Cut Flower Mixture, oz.. $8.00; ^ oz., $2.00; % oz., $1.00; trade pkt., 50c. Petunia, Giants nf California, mixed "Vaughan's Best" mixture of large flowering Petunias, Trade pkt. UOOO seeds), 50c. Vaughan's large flowering Double Petunias, trade pkt. (1000 seeds), $1.20. Prtmnla Kewensis. Bright yellow 500 seeds, 50o Primula Obconica Grandiflora, mixed. .. 500 seeds, 25c Large flowering, pink 500 seeds, 25c Large flowering, pure white 500 seeds, 25c GIgantea Rosea 500 seeds, 50c Glgantea Kermeslna 500 seeds, 50o New preliminary flower seed list ready. Trade pkt. Aeeratiun, Imperial dwarf blue $0.10 Imperial dwarf \yhite xo Blue Perfection, dwarf new \\ \\^ Princess Victoria Louise, beautiful blue and white flowers, plants compact and free blooming lo Little Blue star, new, best dwarf '. [26 Alyssum, Sweet lb., $1.25 .05 Little Gem, extra fine strain . . . .' 10 Balsajn, Alba Pertecta. Largest and best double white. . ?4-oz., 25c .20 Begonia, Single Tuberous-rooted giant mixed 50 Double tuberous-rooted, giant flowered, mixed 50 Vernon li-oz., 30c .10 Luminosa Gracilis, new, better than Vernon 25 Berna. The foliage of this fine bedding Begonia is very dark, flowers are rather large, bright, carmine red 25 Erfordi. A splendid bedder. Blooms all summer 25 Bellis or Double Daisy, Vaug:han'9 mammoth mixture. .1-16 oz., 35c .25 Vaughan's Mammoth White 1-16 oz., 35c .25 Longfellow dark pink '^ oz.,30c .15 Monstrosa, double white, double pink, new each 25c Browallia, Speciosa Major 25 Candytuft, Giant Hyacinth flowered white ^ oz., 15c .05 Canna, Vaughan's Special Mixture lb., $2.00 .10 Celosia, Coxcomb, President Thiers 15 Centaurea, Candidlssima (Dusty Miller) 25 Gymnocarpa lb., $2.75 .05 Cobaea Scandens. blue lb., $3.50 .10 Clematis Panicnlata, White, sweet scented lb., $5.00 .15 Coleus, Mammoth rainbow 25 Large-leaved, mixed 25 C.vperus Alternifolius, Umbrella plant 15 Dracaena Indivisa ..... .^ 10 Indivisa Lineata 10 Indivisa Latlfolla 10 Australis 10 Daisy, Burbank's Shasta, new Double Fringed 50 Fcheveria (Hen and chicken), mixed, 100 seeds, 20c; 1000 seeds, $1.00 Metalllca 100 seeds 35c; 1000 seeds $3.50 Secunda glauca 100 seeds 15c; 1000 seeds $1.00 . Pyrethrum aureum. Golden Feather 10 Salvia Sp'.endens. Clara Bedman (Bonfire) 25 "Drooping Spikes" Vs oz., $1.00 .25 Zurich, new, very dwarf and early 25 Stocks, large fiowering. extra choice, mixed 25 Pure White. Brilliant Rose, Bright Crimson. Blood- Red. Light Blue, Canary Yellow, Dark Blue. Each % oz.. 35c .25 10 .10 .15 .05 .20 .10 .10 .10 .15 .10 .10 .25 $0.25 .SO .50 1.20 .16 1.00 .50 1.00 1.60 1.00 1.00 50o 35c 50o 50c 40c .20 .25 .25 .15 .10 \Vhite Perfection or Princess Alice. Blood-Red, Brilliant Lilac. Pink. Each % oz., 40c Mixed, the above colors and others '/& oz., 35c Stock, Prince Bismarck ^Vhite. A new stock of robust pyramidal growth \'% oz., 75c Prince Bismarck Goldball, canary yellow " ■ ** Lavender Beauty of Nice, flesh pink U White % " " Crimson V^ oz., " " Almond-Flowered, new...^^ " *' Queen Alexander, rosy lilac, fine color ',4 " " Giant Abundance, a beau- tiful carmine rose 25 Smilax, new crop lb., $3.50 .10 Tbunbergia, mixed 10 Torenia, Fournierl Grandiflora % oz.. 30o .10 White Wings, white \k oz.. 30c .10 BalUoni 1-16 oz.. 50c .25 Trade pkt. Vl oz. Verbena, Vaughan's Best Mixture $0.25 $0.50 Mammoth, mixed 10 White 15 Purple 25 Firefly, scarlet, white eye 15 Defiance, brightest scarlet 10 Dark blue with a white eye 10 Vinca Rosea, Rosea fl. albo and pure white, each .10 Mignonette, True Machet Vfe oz., 25c; 2 ozs., 75c New Tork Market. Packet about 1000 seeds. 60c % oz., $1.00; oz., $7.00. write for same if you have not received one. .25 .50 .40 .20 .10 VAUGHAN'S SEED STORE, oz. $0.25 .25 .40 .40 .15 .30 1.00 :.50 .20 .20 1.00 .75 .30 .30 .50 1.00 .30 .40 .40 .60 2.50 1.60 2.00 2.50 2.00 2.00 1.20 .25 .40 Oz. $2.00 .80 1.00 2.00 1.20 .60 .70 .60 .50 25 Barclay St., NEW YORK. 84 and 86 Randolph SC 803 W. Randolph St. CHICAGO. "It is intended to use this iron as medicine, especially as medicine for the green sickness so called. At the same time if is asserted that this plant, largely cultivated, might fur- nish iron, if at any time the iron mines give out, which they won't for the next million of years." Clinton, Ind. — C. L. Riclcetts. and not his brother J. H. Ricketts. as re- ported, was the purchaser of the Sunnyside Fioral Co.'s" place.. A Border of White Flowers. A correspondent of the Garden pub- lislies the following list: — Olearia Haasti, Weigela Candida, lupin. Bre- murius Himalaicus, a plant of great beauty which grows in the saine soil that suits Lilium auratum; cerastium. Japanese anemone, Robinia semper- florens, a charming plant for lawn and shrubbery, flowering all the summer: funkia, lilac, broom, poppies, gypso- phila, violas, pinks, carnations, yucca, dahlias, stocks, snapdragons, phlox, sweet William, everlasting pea, sweet pea, corncockle, Mexican orange flow- er, myrtle, syringa, spirasa, nicotiana. Hydrangea paniculata. lilies of many kinds, Crambe cordifolia. white rhodo- dendrons, peonies, iris, candytuft, moss roses, white bleeding hearts, sweet woodruff, vinca. Arenaria Baie- arica and other white rock plants, magnolias, double white rockets, Dic- tamnus Fraxinella alba, and many white-leaved grasses. This list is by no means exhaustive, but gives some idea. 90 The American Florist. Feb. The Nursery Trade j Aaierlcan Asaoclatloa of Nuraerymen. F.H, StaDDard, Ottawa. Kans., Presidetit: W. P.Stark, Louisiana. Mo.. Vice-President: John Hall. Rochester. N. Y.. Sec'y. Thirty-fifth annual convention to be held at Denver. Colo.. June 8-lU. 1910. Baltimore, Md. — The Thos. J. Brandt Nursery Co. has been incor- porated with capital stock $5,000. F. A. BOLLES. East Tenth street and Avenue L., Brooklyn, N. Y., has been, on the sick list for two weeks. CiiAS. Black, o£ Hightstown, N. J., has been sick for quite a long time but puts up a good front and keeps the doctors at bay. "No physic for me" Is his motto. J. W. Hoard, manager of Chase Bros.' nurseries at Waco, Fla., has niy.steriously disappeared according to a local paper, his absence having caused much worry to his friends and his firm. Chicauo — Andrew -Schlevogt, land- scape gardener for a Brooklyn, N. Y., real estate firm, has been in the city this week planning street planting at Ravenswood Manor and looking up stock locally for planting. "THE LlL-tc" is the title of an inter- esting little booklet by Wm. C. Barry. of Elhvanger & Barry, Rochester, N. Y. Mr. Barry, after paying a tribute to this popular and beautiful shrub, goes on to describe the many new vari- ites that have been distributed during the last 15 year.s. especially those of Lemoine's raising. Quite a list of vari- eties is given and many of them arc illustrated while cultural notes and .suggestions for jilanting are pleasingly written up. Shrubs for Ornamental Hedgfes. Hed.ges of ornamental shrubs are becoming very popular, and really add greatly to the attractiveness of our homes. A number ot shrubs are used for hedges on the home grounds. One of the most popular at present, espe- cially along the Atlantic seaboard, is the California privet, a plant that suc- ceeds admirably where the influence of the ocean affects the temperature. Thi.s privet, a native of California, is not as hardy in the middle west as is desirable. There is a hedge of this near here (Indiana) planted 10 years ago in a favorable situation that some might think reasonably satisfactorily, the upper portion being compact and green. The base, however, up to rts, IS marvelous, and all lovers of this llower will be tic- liiihlod with these no vplties. Insizo. fni-ni and color Ihey far surpass the old favnritos ami wiMouHdeutly recommend tliera to our patruiis. Nnihinu' that has been introduced recently is likely tu iirovo sd ]njpul:u- as the new I.,ilacs. A beautiful illustrated booklet on Lilacs will be mailed on request, also our Illustrated (leneral Catalogue, which contains accurate and trustwortliy descriptions of the best FRUIT AND ORNAMENTAL TREES, SHRUBS, ROSES and HARDY PLANTS Ellivanger& Barry.Honni Hope Nurseries, Rochester, N.Y. STOCK FOR FLORISTS ROSES for Forcing— Hybrid Perpetuals and Ramblers, all the best ones; fine, strong stuft. Clematis. Ampelopsis, Tree Hydrangeas and lilacs. Shrubs, Vines and Perennials. Write for prices. JACKSOV S PERKINS CO., Newark (near Rochester), Ncw York Nurserymen and Florists. Wholesale only. Use printed stationery. JOHN T. WITHERS, Inc. Landscape Architect and Forester 1 Montgomery St. , JERSEY Cmf, N. J- Tree Renovation by Kzpert Operators. Stere- opticon lectures on Horticulture and .Arboriculture. LARGE TREES OAKS and MAPLES Pine* and Hemlocka ANDORRA NURSERIES. Wm Warner Harper. Prop. Chestnut Hill, PHOA., PA. course of time obtain good crops from them at highly profitable prices. This is a mistake. The only successful or- chardists will be those who study their individual trees as the dairyman stud- ies his individual cattle. He will attempt to furnish each with the balanced ration of fertilizer, ac- cording to its own needs and possibili- ties, and will prune, spray and culti- vate each according to the general needs of the orchard and the specific needs of that particular tree. Those who determine to raise first class I'ruits. and will study, master, and en- .ioy the subject, and live among the trees, rather than expect their em- ployes only to do this, need not be discouraged with the outlook for the prospects of the new fruit culture in Pennsylvania. Arbor Vitae (Tbuya Occidentalls.) A splendid stock of 3 to 4 ft. and 4 to 5 It. trees. Write for descriptions and prices. The Wm. H. Moon Co., MORRISVnXE. PA. DAHLIAS Jack Rose and other best Cut Flower varieties. Write for list and prices. PEACOCK DAHLIA FARMS Wllll amstown Jimctlon. N. J. New Berries Send for our up-to-date tested Berry Plant Catalogue. Berrydale Experiment Gardens, Holland, Mich. CIVn. ENGINEgR and Landscape Architect Phone Barclay 6084— 229 Broadway, New York Desi^s, Bstlmates, Construction of Grounds. For Reliable Stock From Reliable Dealers Keep Tab on Advts. in THE FLORIST. Eugene Pitou, Jr. 92 The American Florist. Feb. 5, CARNATION BAY STATE $3.00 Per Hundred.- SAVING bought a large stock of this new Variegated Carnation last year, we can ofier first-class rooted cuttings of this variety at $3.00 per 100. Also rooted cuttings of — Beacon. Enchantress, Rose Pink Enchantress, Victory, White Enchantress, White Perfection, Winona, WinSOr, at $3.00 per lOO. Unrooted cuttings, $2,00 per 100. Reduced prices made on large orders. Send orders as early as possible. FRESH CUT FLOWERS shipped to all parts of New England and Canada High Grade Carnation Blooms our specialty; shipped direct from the grower to the retailer at wholesale price. SHEPARD'S GARDEN CARNATION GO. 292 Fairmont street, LOWELL, MASS. HEADQUARTERS OF Azalea lodicaforEaster All well budded and as roundasan apple. In Easter Varieties we h=ive the followioe io large sizes, well Dudded: Beroard Andreas Alba, white Niobe. double white: Helena Thielman. rose: Empress of India Apollo, red: De Schryv- eriana. double varieg^ated: Dr. Moore, pink: Mme Van der Cruyssen. pink: Louis Van Houtte larte double red; Simon Mardner. Ver- vxneana and Deutsche Perle. white. Price. $1.25. $1.50, $2.00 to $2.50. In smaller sizes we have Mme. Van der Cruyssen Simon Mardner. Apollo. Niobe Emoress of India. Deutsche Perle. De Schryveriana Ver- vaeneana. etc. Price 50c. 75c $100. $1.25. Azaleas in bloom, in tbe following varieties: Mme Petrick pink: Simon Mardner pink: Deutsche PerJe white: Apollo, red: and Ver- vaeneana 75c. $1.00 11.25 to$l. 50. Cinerarias. Ascbmann's well known strain, in bud or without 6-in. pots 25c to 35c, Heolla Forsterlana. 30-35 40-50 in. high. $1.50 S2.00. $2.50 t3 $3.00 each: 4-in.. 20c. Kentia Belmoreaoa. 4-in. 25c: 3-in., 10c. Cocos Weddelllana. 3-iD 15c Lalaola Borbonlca. 4 in 20c Areca Lniescens« Sin. pots, made np 35c Begonia FlambeBU, 4 in , ISc. Feros. Nepb. lodeaoldea* 5Vi-6-7 in.. 35c. 40c 50c 75c to M.fO. Asparadus Plamosas. 2H-in.. 3c: 3-in. (large). 6c: 4 in. lOc. Spreiiiferl«3-in. 5c: 4iD..l0c. Pterls Victoria (silver-leaved fern), in 6 in. paos, 3 plants in a pan. very attractive. 30c per pan Cash with order, please. Please state if in or out of pots. All plants must travel at pnrcbaser'i risk only GODFREY ASCHMANN, Importer and WhoIcsRle (jDwerof Pot Plaots. 1012 We»t Ontario St.. PHILAOELPai4. PA. Southampton, N. Y. The Horticultural .Society is in a flourishing conditiop Established in December, 1906, at a little meeting of nine gardeners, we have continued for three years, improving in all ways, at- taining to a membership January 1 of 140, 20 of whom arc life, the bal- ance active members. We have held three exhibitions, one each season, and a committee is at work preparing for Vestern Springs, 111. Vaughan's Seed Store, 84-86 Randolph St.. CHICAGO. Greenhouses and Nnrseries: 25 BarclaY St., NEW YORK, Western Springs, Ul, White Killarney, My Maryland, Pink Killarney Rooted cuttings and 2H-in. plants. Bookine orders now for future deliveries. The Right Place— The Right Goods— The Right Prices— Come and See Them Grow. R. C. ZH-lnch R. c. 2k2-inch 100 1000 100 lOUO 100 lOCO 100 1000 White Killarney .. $6 50 $t,0 00 $8 50 $75 00 Kich.nond $3 50 $30 00 $ 5 SO $50 00 " Grafted, 14 00 12^00 Maids 3 00 25 00 5 00 45 00 PinkKlllamey 4 00 33 CO 6 00 55 CO Brides 3 00 25 00 5 00 45 00 ■ (iralted. 12 00 120 00 Cardinal 3 50 30 CK) 5 50 50 00 My Maryland.. 4 00 35 CO 6 00 55 00 .\merican Beauties.. 4 00 35 00 7 00 55 00 Grafted, 12 00 110 00 3H-in, sizi^ will be ottered, when ready, at 40% increase over ZVz-in, You cannot aliord to buy poor stock at 5056 less, P0EHLM4NN BROS. CO., Morton Grove, III. Orolxids Write for Catalogue J- 1910 Commercial varieties in any quantity. Guaranteed direct from collector. Advance orders insure good plants and prompt delivery. G. L. FREEMAN. 388 Appleio n St., Holyoke, Mass. mer, tliis will be the finest range of greenhouses around the city, as every- thing on the place is in an excellent state of preservation. We understand our friend James B. Allan of George & Allan is a candidate for the position of superintendent of the city nurseries and his many friends are pushing his candidacy and hope Jimmie lands the plum as he is the right man for it. Those of the craft who were for- tunate enough to attend the meeting of the American Carnation Society at Pittsburg the past week have re- turned and speak very highly of the quality of stock on exhibition. J. W. Rodgers left January 31 for Los Angeles, Calif., to assume his new duties as forester for the Southern Pacific railroad. The bowling club got together again last Monday night at Wiebert's alleys and had another good time. S. OSHKOSH, Wis. — The Oshkosh Flor- al Co. will open a retail store at 116 Main street around February 15. E. P. Barnett, late of Chicago, is mana- ger of the company. The cut flowers will be shipped from Chicago. ORCHIDS... Largest Importert, Exporters, <%t>wera, and Hybrldiats In tbe World. SANDER, St. Albans, Eng. NEW YORK OFFICE: Room 1, 235 Broadway, T. MELL5TR0M. AeeDt, Geraniums S. A, Nutt. Buch- ner. La Favorite, Jean Viaud, John Doyle and finest 100, $5,00 per 300, $16.50 mixed. $2.00 per per 1000. Cinerarias, Primula Obconlca, Asparagus Sprengeri, Ivy Geraniums, Double Petunias (Dreer's), $2.00 per 100: $5.00 pur 300. J. C. SCHMIDT, Bristol, Pa. Geraniums All sold for February, orders booked for March 7th and later delivery. Nutt it $10.00 Poitevine and Ricard at $12.50 per 1000. PLUMOSUS. $25.00 per 1000 ( SPRENGERI 15.00 per 1000 ( ALBERT M. HERR, Ready Now. Lancaster, Pa. igio. The American Florist. 95 Carnations Laic Deliv- ery Prices. Ready to Ship About Marcli 15. White Perfection, Rose Pink, Afterglow, En- chantress aod Victory at $15.0U per lOOJ. White Enchantress at $17,50 per lOCO. Lawson Enchantress, Winona and Beacon at $20.00 per aOO. O. P. Bassert and Alvina at $35/0 per ICOO. Lawson, Winsor aiid Harry Fenn at $10.00 per ICOO. Hundreds supplied at thousand rates. Albert M.flerr,Lancaster,Pa. ' Rooted Carnation Cuttings For Immediate Delivery. ENCHANTRESS, PERFECTION, BEACON, $3,00 per 100; $26.00 per 1000. ROSE FINK and WHITE ENCHANTRESS, WINSOR, $2.60 per 100; $20.00 per 1000. We can fill orders from 1000 to 100,000 and guarantee the stock. Thompson Carnation Co., I JOLIET, ILL. I •rKm-K f^rt ey-w i e^ There are none better Clll Hvl A V than UtUe Beauty Lord rULIIijIAiJ Byron, Renan and White * *"'**^*''**' Beauty, strong 2H inch plants ready $4 .00 per 100 New Heliotrope. Miss Bernice a sport of Mme. Bruant and a great im- provementonthe latter 2H-inch $8.00 per 100. KataloK for the Asking. SKIDELSKY & IRWIN CO., 1215 Betz Bldg.. PHILADELPHIA. PA. A Chance to Buy Right. BOSTON FERNS, In order to malie room I offer an extra fine lot of 4 and 5-inch plants at $12.0U and $20.00 per 100. GERANIUMS, transplanted in flats, extra strong R, C. S A. Nutt. $12.50 per 1000, 3 inch plants, $4.00 per 100. F. C. RIEBE, Webster, Mass. Ferns for Dishes... Assorted varieties. 2H-in. pots, $3,50 per 100; 130.00 per 1000. Cash with order. FRANK OECHSUN 49 1 1 Qullicy St. CHICAGO. Glen Cove, N. Y. Over 60 members and guests of the Nassau County Horticultural Society assembled at the Oriental hotel Janu- ary 25 to enjoy the annual dinner pro vided by the society. The decorations were not many, but they were superb. The centerpiece, two feet or more across, and composed of lily of the valley, was provided by Alexander Mackenzie. The vases of carnations, Mrs. Chas, Knopf and Winsor, were brought by J. Eccles from Norwood, Oyster Bay. A splendid dinner was served, interspersed with speechmak- ing, vocal music and story telling, Kverybody at the table was required to say or do something, and nearly every responded. Among the guests were Arthur Boddington, the Burnett brothers, of New York; Chas. H. Totty, Madison, N. J.; John McNichoI, of Cedarhurst, and many others. Dormant Cannas Guaranteed True to Name. With from two to three eyes each. Bronze Leaved Doz. 100 David Harum ,500 $3 00 1000 $27 SO Egandale ., 50c 3 00 27 50 King Humbert $125 S 00 75 00 Orchid Flowers Doz. 100 1000 Allemania 35c $2 25 $20 00 Austria 50c 3 00 27 50 Burbank 30c 2 00 17 50 Fred Benary Wc 6 00 55 00 Italia £0c 3 00 27 50 Kate Gray 40c 2 50 22 50 Partenope 40c 2 50 22 50 Pennsylvania 40c 2 50 22 50 Red Flowers— Green Leaves Doz, 100 toco Chas. H.nderson 4rc $2 50 $22 50 Chicago .... 40c 2 50 22 50 Explorateur Crampbell 50c 3 00 27 50 Variegated Flowers Doz, 100 1000 Elizabeth Hoss 60c $4 00 $35 00 Florence Vaughan 50c 3 00 27 50 Souvenir D'Antoine Crozv.. 60c 4 00 35 00 Yellow and Cream Flowers Doz. 100 Alsace 50c $3 00 Cornet 60c 4 00 Buttercup 90c 6 00 Pinlc Flowers Doz. 100 L. Patry 35c $2 25 Mile, Berat 40c 2 50 1000 $27 50 37 50 55 00 lOCO $20 00 22 50 Doz. 100 lOCO Hof partner Hoppe 90c $6 00 $50 00 Georiie Birdell $125 8 00 75 00 George Washington 50c 3 00 27 50 Special Cash Discout of 10% on all February Orders. Mosbaek Greenhouse Co., Onarga, III. Mention the American Florist when writing Mary Tolman Deep flesh that does not fade in the strongest light; clean grower; rigid stem; perfectly formed flowers; good producer. Cuttings ready now, $12.00 per 100; $100.00 per 1000. Guaranteed in every way. CHICAGO CARNATION CO., Joliet, 111. A. E. HUNT S CO., Evanston, 111. HUNT BROS., Park Ridge, lU. Sanaa mo Brilliant Glistening Pink. Winner Wherever Shown. The most prolific and fastest growing carnation of any; very clean, upright grower, long stiff stems; never splits; flowers nicely fringed and well rounded out. The one real money-maker for you to grow. Orders booked now. $12.00 per 100; $100.00 per 1000. All cuttings guaranteed. A. C« BROWN, Sprliie;field, 111. CHICAGO CARNATION CO. Joliet, ni. CONQUEST Light pink overlaid with deep rose. The most valuable and attractive carnation on the market. Lawson habit; very free; long stiff stems; large well built flowers. Winner of First prize wherever sliown. Rooted Cuttings Guaranteed Ready now, $12.00 per 100; $100.00 per 1000. Chicago Carnation Co., ^S^^lf."- Joliet, Ilk 96 The American Florist, Eeb. 5, A New Fern NEPHROLEPIS GIATRASII Awarded a Certificate of Merit by the Horticultural Society of New York. Prices: In 214-inch pots, $3.50 per dozen; $25.00 per 100; $200.00 per 1000. 25 plants at 100 rates; 500 plants at 1000 rates. Orders delivered in rotation as received. Now Ready for delivery, GEORGE GIATRAS, 463 Summit Ave., West Hoboken,N. J. Baltimore. Winter does not let go its grip in this latitude, and we are having a suc- cession of storms of snow and wind, interspersed with occasional thaws and freshets, which will make the season long remembered for solid and contin- ued discomfort. In contrast with De- cember, which was noteworthy for clear days, the month of January has had more than the average of dull and dark ones. These conditions would appear unfavorable for social festivi- ties, but the season has been of more than usual gaiety and the demand has been more liberal than for several years. Assemblies, balls, receptions, etc., have had the call, and the pace does not seem likely to abate until Lent sets in. All this makes for busi- ness. On the other and more somber side the demand for funeral flowers keeps perhaps above customary calls. The trying alternations of temperature, the dampness and piercing winds, have had the effect of increasing the roll of the sick and the dead, and the hospital and cemetery trade has corre- spondingly enlarged. The supply of flowers, with the unfavorable incidents of sunless days and cold nights, keeps fairly up, and carnations are almost ahead of the daily requirements. Roses keep about even with the demand and bulbous stock and lilies are making larger factors in the daily offerings. Violets seem scarcer, and the local contributions do not figure as they did formerly. Valley comes in with regu- larity now and is absorbed. There were some evidences on the streets on Saturday that the McKinley carnation remembrance "was not overlooked, but the day did not contribute much, ap- parently, to the sum of business. The approach of Lent, while it puts a stop to large functions, by no means ends the gaieties of social life, but the events are smaller in extent and per- haps more numerous than where the bigger ones absorb the attention and require the preparation of the fash- ionable circles. Receptions, lunches, teas, card parties and similar enter- tainments make a pretty steady deco- rative demand. NOTES. James Hamilton, of Mt. Washington, gave an account some weeks ago be- fore the Gardeners' Club of his method of heating his expensive plant, and so interested the growers by his narration of the efficiency and coal-saving vir- tues of his boiler that his place is be- coming quite a Mecca for florists who are not quite satisfied with their own heating appaartus. Mr. Hamilton has a self-contained tubular boiler without brick setting, the builders of which ought to be making its qualities known through the advertising col- umns of the Florist, if the interest he has aroused is to bring them fruit, since the question of economy in fuel is the one which is coming closer every year to flower-growers. Frederick C. Bauer, of Govans, whose success in growing seedling Harrisii lilies aroused considerable in- Palms and Other Seasonable Stock We have an extra pood stock of Forstcriana, made up. three plants in a pot or tub all clean perfect plants. (We need to reduce our palm stock, and are giving extra values.) 7-in. pots, 3 plants in pot. 40 to 44 in. high , $4. 00 each. Sin. pots. 3 plants in pot 44 to 48 in. high 5.00 each. Single plantsKentiaForsteriana, 7 in. pots. 6 to7 leaves, 56 to 40 inches high. $2.50 each; Sin. pots. 6 to 7 leaves, 40 to 44 inches high. $3.50 each. (Fulllineof sizes of both Forsteriana and Belmoreana in price list No 5. just out. Send for it. if you do not receive it.) Genista Racemosa, V^'AT'E'^ per do7en; $25.00 per lOD. Rhododendrons, f^n^'^X $t.oo per dozen. Bou^ainvilleaf„'«b'-as-de'^'a^a.^; , 5 Rhododendrons, irio'istds'sitw per dozen. Azalea Mollis, 'ofb°J?j3b.o'i'peVi'odl 15 to IS in. high very bushy, full of buds, $35.00 per 100. plants. $3. CO per dozen. Asparagus Sprengeri, ^^^-^If $20.00 per 1000. Rff^wnrtd Fine bushy plants. 12 in, high •""•*■"'"""» $3,00 per doz. $20.03 per 100. ITlirhfiiflC Assorted in 6 best varieties j; uwiiBiao, j3 QQ ^^^ jqq. jjs qo per 1000 The Storrs & Harrison Co., Painsville, 0. Rooted Cuttings Verbenas, choice varieties. 70c per 100; $6 00 per 1000. Heliotropes, $1.00 per 100; $8 00 per 1000. Begonias, $1.50 per 100. Daisies, white and yel- low, $1 10 per 100. Pelargoniums. $2.50 per 100. Geraniums, 2-in. pots, $2.50 per 100. Express paid. Cash with orders. S. D. BRANT, Clay Genler, Kans. Neph. Whilmani 2^-in $ 5.00 per 100 MAGNinCA (new). 2yjn... 25.00 per 100 Boston Ferns ioifpe; 100. Henry H. Barrows & Son, Whitman, Mass. Small Perns Assorted varieties for fern dishes, $3,50 100; $30.00 per 1000. Cash with order. ERNEST OECHSLIN, 188 MacUson St., RIVER FOREST, ILL. terest a few years ago, keeps up his practice, and finds that the resulting product of going back to the seed se- cures almost absolute exemption from disease. Of course there is no fixed- ness of type, but divergences are not as great as might be expected. The great charity ball of the Bound temple which takes place on Thursday night in the great Fifth Regiment ar- mory is to have gorgeous setting, the decorations, which are furnished by Edwin A. Seidewitz, being described by the papers as the most elaborate of the season. Martin Lohr, of the firm of Lohr & Fritze, Frederick road, has gone on a southern tour with Mrs. Lohr, and when last heard from was in Mont- gomery, Ala., headed for the orange groves of Florida. Wm. J. Corse, nurseryman, of Gar- denville, aged 63, married last week. S. B. Oakland, Calif. — The Alameda County Horticultural Society has been disbanded. El Paso, Tex. — The Potter Floral Co. has just finished two new green- houses making their plant complete 12,000 feet of glass. Miscellaneous Plants. Per 100 2H-in. Bostons $ 4 50 4-iD. 1500 5iD. •■ 2500 7-in. " 6000 2k2-in. Whitmani S 00 2ia. Asparagns Plumosus Nanus. ... 3 00 4in. •■ •• 12 00 2'in. Asparagus Sprengerl 2 50 3in. •■ 6 00 2'in. Assorted Ferns for Disties 3 00 4 in. Arancaria Ezcelsa 50 00 2in. Baby Primrose 2 50 2in. Chinese Primrose 2 50 3-in. Cyclamen 7 00 4-in. 1500 2-iD. Moonvines, white 3 00 Also a full line of bedding stock Bod the best wire hanging baskets on the market. Write us. D. U. AUGSPURGER&SONSCO.,^'^' 4 FEW GOOD THINGS YOL WANT. Rex Begonia, 2'in. $5.00 per 100. Asparagus Sprengerl, 3-in. $5.00 per 100 Geraniums, Nutt, Doyle. Perkins, Grant. L» Favorite, R C..$1.25: 2-in. pots, $2.00; 3-in.. $4 00 per 100; Viaud. Castellane, Poitevine. Jaulin. Ricard, Buchner. R. C. $1.50; 2-in pots, $2 50; 3-in.. $5.00 per 100; Mme. Salleroi 2-in., $3.00 per 100 Asparagus PlnmoSQS, 2-in. $3.00 per 100: 3-Id.. $5.00 per 100. Cut fronds 25c per buiKh. Boston Ferns, 5-in 25c each. WUtmanl Fenw. 4-in. 25c eacn. Cycas Palms, 4 to 5 leaves, $1.00, $1.50 and $2.00. Vlnca Var., 2 in. $2.00 per 100. Cash with order. No C. O. O. All sfaipmeota at risk of purchasers, after bein? delivered to the express companies properly packed io eood order GEO. M. EMMANS, Newton, N. J. YOU ARE INTERESTED IN Plants for Easter We have Azaleas, Hydrangeas in all sizes. Baby Ramblers, Wiiite Ramblers^ Souperts, Lilies. ByacinthS and other bulb stock. Write us in regard to these. We can furnish vou now in bloom, Azaleas, Cinerarias, Cyclamens and Primroses. Young Rose Stock. We have about 20.0CO youDff rose plants that will be ready for a shift in February. If you are interested in them, ask for our list of varieties and prices. Ferns. If you are interested in ferns of any kind or size, write and let us know what you will want. GEO. A. KUHL, Wholesale Grower, Pekln, m. igio. The American Florist. 97 YOU cannot afford, if you erow Carnations and are lookine lor larLrcr profits on your present capital, not to investigate Dorothy Gordon carefully before you complete your season's arranRements— for Dorothy Gordon ha^ the other commercial Carnations excelled at every point, and it's simply a matter of justice to yourself to give it at least a fair trial this year. We have asked our friends to visit our plant and see it y^rowing. and a great many have done so. Have YOU? If not. we urge you to come now. for you will certainly be convinced, as others have been, after seeing it in our houses. Carnation Dorothy Gordon Possesses all the points that vou. a progressive grower, desire in the flowers you supply your trade. Large size cu Leaves, Metal Designs and all Florist Supplies. — Send For Frlcea — 404-412 East 34th St., NEW YORK. THE BEST WAY to collect an account U to place it wtlk tlu National Florists' Board Of Trade 56 Hnt Street, NSW TOKK. WHTT Because many debtors will pay tb« Board fearinc •thennse a bad ratiar in our Cn4it List Full iniormatlon as to methods and rates rlyMt on application. IT IS NOT... what you pay for ttie adver- tisement but what the adver- tisement pays you. It pays to advertise in the American Florist. i I ^ CUT FLOWER AND Design Boxes All size*. lowest prices. Write C. C. Pollworth Co., MUWAUKEE f Sterling Iron Reservoir Vases Chairs, Settees, Hitching Posts, Etc. Complete Catalogue and DiscouDts Upor '^.ucst. The sterling Emery Wheel Mfg. Co., ohi^Ts. a. igio. The American Florist. 101 Ready Reference Section 10 CENTS PER LINE, NET. AGERATUMS. Ageratum. 3 kinds. 2-in.. $1.50 per 100. Byer Bros.. Chambersburg. Pa. ALTERNANTHERAS. Alternantheras. strong, well- rooted cut- tings, red or yellow, 50c per 100; $4 per 1000. Brilliantissima, 60c per 100; $5 per 1000. J. W. Davis. 225 W. 16th St., Daven- port. la. Alternantheras. strong, well rooted cut- tings, stock of SOOO for sale, dark medium colors, 50c per 100; $4 per 1000. S. H. I..ong. Glen wood. 111. Alternantheras, red and yellow. R. C, 50c: 2U-in.. ?2 per 100. Mosbaek Green- house Co.. Qnarga. Ill- Alternantheras. yellow. R. C, 50c per 100. Jos. H. Cunningham, Delaware, O. ALYSSUM. Alyssum. giant and dbl.. 2-in., $2 per 100. R. Vincent. Jr., & Sons, White Marsh. Md. ARAUCARIAS. Araucarias. Excelsa glauca, 6-in., 3 to 5 tiers. 14 to 20 ins., $1 to $1.50 each; 7-in.. 25 to 35 ins.. $2 to $2.50. Excelsa, 3 to 6 trs., 12 to 26 ins.'. 60c to $1,50 each. Ro- busta campacta, 14 to 18 ins., 3 to 4 trs.. $1.25 to $1.75. G. Aschmann, 1012 W. On- tario St.. Philadelphia. Araucaria excelsa. 4-in., $50 per 100. D. U. Augspurger & Sons Co., Peoria, III. Araucarias, Bobbink & Atkins, Rutherford, N. J. ASPARAGUS. Asparagus plumosus nanus, from 2V4-in. pots, $2.50 per 100: $22.50 per 1,000. Cash with order. Floral Hill Gardens, G. F. Neipp. Prqp., Chatham, N. J. Asparagus plumosus, 2U-in., $3.50 per 100. Sprengeri, 2"4-in., $2.50; 3-in., $5; 4-in., $10 per 100. Mosbaek Greenhouse Co., Onarga, 111. Asparagus plumosus nanus, 2-in., $3 per 100; 4-in., $12. Sprengeri, 2-in., $2.50; 3-in., $6. D- U. Augspurger & Sons, Peoria. 111. Asparagus plumosus. 3-in., $4; 4-ln., $10 per 100. Sprengeri. 4-in., 10c; 2^^-in-, 3c. G. Aschmann, 1012 W. Ontario St., Phila. Asparagus plumosus. 4-in., extra fine large plants, $S per 100. Scharft Bros., Van Wert, Ohio. Asparagus Sprengeri, 2-in.. $2.50 per 100; $20 per 1,000. Storrs & Harrison Co., Paines- ville, O. . Asparagus, Slb-ln., Sprengeri. and plu- mosus nanus, heavy. $4.50 per 100. Wagner Park Cnnservatories. Sidney, O. Asparagus Sprengeri, 3-in.. $6 per 100. Plumosus, 2-in., $3; 3-ln., $5 per 100. Geo. M. Emmans, Newton, N. J. Asparagus Sprengeri, J. Bristol, Pa. Schmidt, Asparagus Sprengeri. seedlings, $1 per 100; %1 per 1,000. J. H. Cunningham, Delawa re, O. Asparagus plumosus, 2-in., 2c. Byer Bros., Chambersburg, Pa. _^__ Asparagus Sprengeri, 4-in., $5 per 100. F. C. Riebe. Webster. Mass. Asparagus plumosus. $25 per 1,000. Spren- gerl. $15. A. M. Herr. Lancaster. Pa. Asparagus Sprengeri. 3-in., $4 per 100. Poehlmann Bros. Co., Morton Grove, 111. AZALEAS. Azaleas. Jacs Smits. Naarden, Holland. Azaleas. Geo. A. Kuhl. Pekln, III. Azaleas, Mme. Petrick, 75c to $1.25. Deutsche Perle. Vervaeneana. Simon Mard- ner, Apollo, 50c to $1.50 each. Easter va- rieties: Niobe, Bernard Andreas Alba, $1.25 to $2.50. Empress of India. Mme. Van der Cruj'ssen, Helena Theilmann, Dr. Moore, Prof. Wolters. Schryveriana. Apollo, Vervaeneana, Simon Mardner, D. Perle, 50c to $2 each. G. Aschmann, 1012 W. Ontario St.. Philadelphia. Azalea mollis. 15 to 20 buds, 50c each; $5 per doz. : $40 per 100: 40 to 50 buds, $1 each: $10 per doz. Vaughan's Seed Store, Chicago and New York. ^ Azalea mollis. 12 to 15 ins., $30 per 100: 15 to IS ins.. $35. Storrs & Harrison Co., Painesville, O- __^ BAY TREES 2,000 bay and box trees in all sizes; pyra- mid and standard. Write for list. Julius Ko ehrs Co., Rut herford. N. J. Bay trees. Bobbink & Atkins, Ruther- ford. N. J. BEDDING PLANTS. Bedding Plants; Colc-us, Golden Bedder. Firebrand. Anna and John Pfister and other leading varieties. $2 per 100; $1S per 1.000. Salvia. $2.50 per 100; $20 per 1,000. Double Petunias (Snowdrift) and Single petunias, mixed. $2 per 100. Heliotrope, $2 per 100. Birmingham Landscape and Nursery Co.. P. O. Box 663, Birmingham. Ala. BEGONIAS. Begonias, Vernon and Erfordil, R. C, 90c per 100. J. W. Davis, 225 W. 16th St., Davenport. la. BEGONIAS, blooming. 8 best commercial varieties, strong rooted cuttings. $1 per 100. C ash. Chillicothe Flo ml Co.. Chillicothe. O. Begonia Gloire de Lorraine, Pres. Taft, J. A. Peterson, McHenry Ave.. Westwood, Cincinnati, O. Begonias. $1.50 per 100. S. D. Brant, Clay Center, Kans. Rex begonias, 2-in.. $5 per 100. Geo. M. E'mmans, Newton. N. J. Begonia Adolf Menzel. 214-in.. $2 per doz. Vaughan's Seed Store, Chicago and N. Y. BOUGAINVILLEA. Bougainvillea Glabra Sanderiana, 5 -In.. $3 per doz. Storrs & Harrison Co., Paines- ville. O. ^^_^ BOXWOOD. Boxwood. 12 ins., $3 per doz.; $20 per 100. Storrs & Harrison Co., Painesville. 0. BOLBS, Bulbs, Lilum tenuifolium. L. Wallacel. named L. elegans, single and dbl. tigers. Iris Kaempferi, Iris Germanica. Delphinum formosum, gladioli, callas, cinnamon vines, Madeira vines, oxalis, milla. bessera. am- aryllis, zephyranthes. Lycoris squamigera, Cooperias. E. S. Miller, Wading River. N. Y. Gladiolus Alice Carey, the best white in cultivation. No. 1 bulbs, $5 per 100; $40 per 1,0(10. America. No. 1, $4 per 100; $30 per 1.000. Golden Nugget, best bright yellow. $1.50 per doz.; $10 per 100. Princeps, $1.25 per doz.: 58 per 100. List free. E. Y. Teas, Centerville, Ind.^ Bulbs, Dutch hyacinths, single. $1.50 per 100; $10 per 1.000. Calla Ethiopica. $2 per lOOj $15 per 1,000. Gladiolus America, bulb- lets, $5 per 1,000. Berrydale Experiment Gardens. Route 1, Holland, Mich. Bulbs, tuberoses, true dwarf Pearl. 1st size, 4-6-in., 90c per 100; $7.50 per 1,000; $35 per 5,000; medium, 3-4-in.. 60c per 100; $4 per 1.000; $17.50 per 5.000; mammoth, G-S-in., $1.50 per 100; %Vl per 1,000. Be- gonias, gloxinias, gladiolus. Vaughan's Seed Store, Chicago and New York. Bulbs, fancy leaved caladiums, choice standard vars., $1.50 per doz.; $10 per 100; new or rare vars., $2 per doz.; $15 per 100; selected new and rare vars.. $3.50 per doz.; $25 per 100. Tuberous rooted begonias, gloxinias, etc. Henry A. Dreer, 714 Chest- nut St., Philadelphia. Gladioli, Independence, the best red in the market; also Mrs. Francis King, Giant Pink, Augusta, and Groff's hybrids, genuine stock. Write for prices. Geo. S. Woodruff. Independence, Iowa. Chinese Sacred Lilies, $3 per 100; $25 per 1,000. Dutch Hyacinths, named, single and double, first size, $6 per 100; exhibition size. $10. Dingee & Conard Co., West Grove, Pa. Bulbs, hyacinths, tulips and daffodils. P. Verdegaal. 14 Stone St.. New York. Bulbs, all florists* varieties. H. E. Flske Seed Co.. FaneuJl Hall Square, Boston. Bulbs of all kinds. A. T. Boddington, 342 W. 14th St.. New York. CANNAS. Cannas. Alsace, Chas. Henderson, Duke of Marlborough, Capt. DruTeon, Mile. Berat, Defender, Kate Gray, Pennsylvania. $1.75 per 100; $15 per 1,000. David Harum, P. Vaughan, $2.25 per 100; $20 per 1,000. Egandale, $2.50 per 100. King Humbert, $6 per 100. W. W. Coles, Kokomo. Ind. Cannas, Sec. Chabanne. Paul Marquart, Cinnabar, $2 per 100. Pennsylvania, Louisi- ana. $2.50. Robusta, Mile. Berat, $1.50. Beaute Poitevine. Pres. Viger. $3. Papa Nardy. $5. Mixed of best varieties, 75c per 100; $6 per 1,000. Started plants can be furnished after March 1. Wagner Park Con- servatories. Sidney. Ohio. Canna roots, home-grown, divisions. $2 per 100; $18.50 per 1,000. King Humbert, $6 per 100; $50 per 1,000. R. Vincent, Jr., & Sons Co.. White Marsh. Md. Cannas, for varieties and prices see page advertisement in this issue. Arthur T. Bod- dington. 342 W. 14th St., New York. Cannas — See display ad. for special offer- ings. Mosbaek Greenhouse Co., Onarga. 111. CARNATIONS. Carnations, Dorothy Gordon. Shasta, Scar- let Glow, Sangam.o, Admiration, Alma Ward, Mrs. C. W. Ward, Conquest. $12 per 100. O. P. Bassett, Pink Delight, Mrs. Chas. Knopf. Ruby, Mrs. J. C. Vaughan. Georgia. $6 per 100. White Enchantress, Lady Boun- tiful, White Perfection. Sarah Hill, Lloyd, Winsor, Afterglow, Splendor. Robt. Craig, Victory, $3 per 100. Queen Louise, The Queen, My Maryland. Flamingo. Roosevelt, Ha rlo warden. Cardinal. Mrs. Lawson, N. Fisher. Eldorado, Golden Beauty, $2 per 100. P.eacon, $3.50. Pink Imperial. R. P. En- chantress. Variegated Enchantress, Mrs. Patten, Jessica, $2.50 per 100. Mabelle, $1.50 per 100. J. L. Dillon. Blooms burg. Pa. Carnations, Conquest, Mary Tolman, San- gamo. $12 per 100; $100 per 1,000. White En- chantress, White Perfection, Daybreak. Rose Pink Enchantress. Winona, Winsor. Splendor. Aristocrat. Afterglow. Lawson -Enchantress. Beacon. Victory. Andrew Carnegie. $3 per 100; $25 per 1.000. Enchantress. $2.50 per 100; $20 per 1,000. Mav Day. O. P. Bas- set. $6 per 100; $50 per 1.000. Alvina. Gov. Deneen. $5 per 100; $45 per 1.000. Chicago Carnation Co., Joliet. 111. If You Do Not Find What You Need In Our i Ready Reference Deparfment, Write Us About It 102 The American Florist. Feb. 5, Carnations, Enchantress, 52 per 100; $18 per 1,000. $3.50 per 100; $30 per 1,000. Red Victory, Var. Lawson, $2.50 per 100; $20 per 1,000. White Sarah Hill, $4 per 100; $35 per 1,000. Pink Lawson Enchan- tress, $2.50 per 100; $20 per 1.000. Pink Lawson, $2 per 100; $15 per 1,000. W. H. Taft, $4.50 per 100; $40 per 1,000. Beacon, $3 per 100; $25 per 1,000. Scheiden & Schoost 514 Asbury Ave., Evanston. 111. Carnations. White Perfection. Rose Pink Enchantress, Afterglow, Enchantress and Victory, $15 per 1,000. White Enchantress, $17.50 per 1,000. Lawson Enchantress, Winona, Beacon. $.20 per 1,000. O. P. Bas- sett, Alvina, $35 per 1,000. Lawson, Win- sor, Harry Fenn, $10 per 1,000. A. M. Herr. Lancaster. Pa. Carnations. Bay State, $3 per 100. Bea- con, Etichantress. Rose Pink Enchantress, Victory, White Perfection, White Enchan- tress, Winona, Winsor, $3 per 100; unrooted cuttings, $2 per 100. Shepard's Garden Carnation Co., 292 Fairmount St., Lowell, Mass. Carnations, well rooted cuttings ready now. W^hite Enchantress, Beacon, Winona, Afterglow, Red Nelson Fisher, $3 per 100; $25 per 1.000. Winsor, $2.50 per 100; $20 per 1,000. Q. P. Bassett, $6 per 100; $50 per 1 .000. A. C. Canfleld, Springfield, 111. Carnations, Mrs. C. W. Ward, R. C, $2 per 12; $12 per 100; $100 per 1,000. Alma Ward. R. C, $3 per 12; $5 per 25; $9 per 60; $16 per 100; $35 per 250; $60 per 500; $120 per 1,000. Cottage Gardens Co.. Inc., Queens. L. I., N. Y. Carnations, clean, healthy R. C, Enchant- ress. Victory, Winsor, Lawson, Pink and White, $13 per 1,000. Boston Market, $10 per 1,000. 100 at 1,000 rate. Cash or C. O. D. Northwestern Floral Co., Wilmette, 111. Carnaiions, Queen and Boston Market, R. C, $1.50 per 100; $10 per 1,000. Mosbaek Greenhouse Co., Onarga, III. Carnations, Enchantress, Perfection, Bea- con. $3 per 100; $25 per 1,000. Rose Pink Enchantress, Winsor, $2.50 per 100; $20 per 1,000. Thompson Carnation Co.. Jollet, 111. Carnations. Shasta, Sangamo, Scarlet, Glow. Conquest. Admiration, $12 per 100; $100 per 1,000. Vaughan'3 Seed Store, Chi. & N. Y. Carnations, new seedlings, deep crimson and bright pink. $8 per lOO; $75 per 1,000. Rose Pink Enchantress, $5 per 100. Dln- gee & Conard Co.. West Grove, Pa. Carnation Shasta, $12 per 100; $100 per l.OOO. Baur & Smith. Indianapolis. Ind. Patten & Co., Tewksbury. Mass. Carnations, Shasta, Sangamo, Scarlet Glow, Mary Tolman, Conquest. Admiration. $12 per 100; $100 per 1000. Vaughan'a Seed Stor e, Chicago and New York. Carnation Scarlet Glow, $12 per 100; $100 per 1,000. F. Corner & Sons Co., Lafay- ette, Ind. Carnations, Sangamo. Conquest. Mary Tol- man. $12 per 100; $100 per 1,000. Chicago Carnation Co., Jollet. 111. Carnation Georgia. $12 per 100; $100 per 1,000. Weiland & Olinger, 128 E. 3rd St.. Cincinnati. O. Carnatlona, Apple Blossom and Wanoka, strong rooted cuttings, delivery Jan. 1. Wanoka Greenhouses. Barneveld, N. Y. Carnations. The Constant, $10 per 100. C. S. Ford, West Park, Philadelphia. Carnations. Wood Bros., Flshklll, N. Y. CHRYSANTHEMUMS. Chrysanthemums, stock plants for sale, best market varieties, for pot or bench. Cash with order, from $1 to $2 per doz. t Order now. Lester Park Greenhouses. Du- luth, Minn. Chrysanthemums, Edmond Albe, Ellse Papworth, $5 per doz.; $35 per 100. Wells- Pockett's set; Monrovia, Virginia Poehl- mann. E. G. Hill Co., Richmond, Ind. Chrysanthemums, snow white sport of Helen Frlck. stock plants, $3 per doz.; small plants, $2 per doz. Henry Eichholz, Waynesboro, Pa- Chrysanthemum novelties. Charles H. Totty, Madison. N. J. Chrysanthemums, leading vars. Wood Bros., Flshklll, N. Y. Chrysanthemums. Elmer D. Smith & Co., Adrian. Mich. CINERARIAS. Cinerarias. Geo. A. Kuhl. Pekin, 111. Cinerarias. J. C. Schmidt. Bristol. Pa. COLEUS. Coleus. extra fine stock, R. C 75c; 214- in., $2 per 100; 15 kinds. Mosbaek Green- house Co., Onarga, 111. _^_ Coleus. 10 kinds. Byer Bros.. Chambers- burg. Fa. __^ Coleus Verschafteltii and Golden Bedder, 2-in., $2 per 100. R. Vincent, Jr., & Sons Co., White Marsh, Md. CYCLAMENS. Cyclamens, 6-ln., $4.50 per doz. Geo. Wittbold Co.. 737 Buckingham PI., Chicago. Cyclamens, 3-in., $7 per 100; 4-in., $15. D. U. Augspurger & Sons Co., Peoria, 111. Cyclamens, fine stock. 15c and 20c each. Mosbaek Greenhouse Co., Onarga. 111. Cyclamens, J. A. Peterson, McHenry Ave., Westwood, Cincinnati, O. Cyclamens. Geo. A. Kuhl, Pekin, 111. DAHLIAS. Dahlias, Countess of Lonsdale, $8 per 100. Black Beauty, Elegante, $3. Arabella. Earl of Pembroke. $6. All large roots. Order today. Wagner Park Conservatories, Sidney, Ohio. Ohio dahlia, field roots, 75c each; $8.50 per doz. J. M. McCullough's Sons Co., 316 Walnut St., Cincinnati. Q. Dahlia roots, field clumps. $5 per 100 and up. R. Vincent, Jr., & Sons Co., White Marsh, Md. Dahlias. Pape & Bergmann. Quedllnburg, Germany. DRACENAS. Dracena terminalis and Victoria. J. A. Peterson, McHenry Ave., Westwood, Cincin- natl, O. Dracena indivisa. 3-in., 5c each. Mosbaek Greenhouse Co., Onarga, 111. EASTER STOCK; Easter stock; Azaleas, hydrangeas, Baby Ramblers. White Ramblers. Souperts, lilies, hyacinths, etc. Geo. A. Kuhl, Pekin, 111. FERNS. CXEMATIS. Clematis panlculata, field, 1-yr., 6c; 2-yr., 10c. Dlngee & Conard Co., West Grove, Pa . Clematis., Bobblnk & Atkins. Ruther- ford, N. J. Ferns, Wilsoni, 6-ln. pans, 3 plants. 25c per pan. Adiantum hybridum, 6-ln., 7 and 8-ln., 25c; 4-in.. 15c; 3-ln., 10c. Ferns, for dishes. 2% -in., $4 per 100; 3-in.. $5. Amer- pohli and WhitmanI, S^i to 6-in., 40c to 60c. Scotti. Todeaoides and Boston, 5 1^ to 6-in.. 35c, 40c. 60c. G. Aschmann, 1012 W. Ontario St.. Philadelphia. Ferns, Boston. 2%-in.. $4.50 per 100; 4-in., $15; 6-ln.. $26; 7-ln.. $60. WhitmanI. 21i- in., $5 per 100. Assorted ferns for dishes, 2-ln.. $3. D. U. Auspurger & Sons Co., Peoria, 111. Dwarf ferns for fern dishes, 6 best sorts, in fine condition. 2c; $18 per 1,000. The Good & Reese Co., Springfield, O. Ferns, Elegantissima, 3-ln., $9 per 100; $85 per 1,000; 2%-in., $7 per 100; $65 per 1,000. C. Young & Sons Co., 1406 Olive St., St. Louis. Mo. Ferns. Piersoni, Barrowsi, Scottii and Ele- gantissima. 4-in., $15 per 100. Wagner Park Conservatories. Sidney, O. Ferns for dishes, asst., 2^-in.. $3.50 per 100; $30 per 1,000. I rank Oechslin, 4911 Quincy St., Chicago. Fern Nephrolepls Glatrasii, 214-in., $3.50 per doz.; $26 per 100; $200 mer 1,000. George Glatras, 463 Summit Ave.. W. Hoboken, N. J. Ferns, Boston and Scottii, Farleyense. J. A. Peterson, McHenry Ave., Westwood, Cin- cinnatl. O. Ferns, Whitman!. 4-ln., 10c; 2%-in.. 3c; $25 per 1,000. John A. Doyle, Springfield, O . Ferns, Boston, 4 and 6-In., $15 and $20 per 100. F. C. Rlebe. Webster, Mass. Ferns, Improved Elegantissima, 4-ln., $3 per doz.; 6-in.. $9 per doz.; S-ln., $12 to $1S per doz. Superblssima, 4-In., $3 per doz.: 6-ln., $6 to $9 per doz.; 8-ln., $12 to $18 per doz. Boston, Piersoni, WhitmanI, Scottii, 6-in., $6 per doz.; 8-in., $12 per doz. F. R. Pierson Co.. Tarrytown. N. Y. Ferns, Scottii, Whitman! and Elegantis- sima, 3-ln., 10c. Boston and Piersoni, 3-in., 8c. Piersoni. Elegantissima and Whitman!. 5-ln., 30c. Mosbaek Greenhouse Co., Onarga, 11. Nephrolepia WhitmanI, 4-in. pots, Sc each; 3-in. pots, 6c each; 2^-ln. pots. 3c each; 21i-ln., 2 Vic each; runners, Ic. Ley & Bro., Highland, N. Y. FERNS, Boston, 2-ln. pots. $2.60 per 100. Piersoni, 2-ln. pots, $2.50 per 100. Cash. Chl lllcothe Floral Co., Chllllcothe. O. Perns, all kind.s. Geo. A. Kuhl, Pekin, 111. Ferns, Boston, 3-in., 25c each. WhitmanI, 4-!n., 25c. Geo. M. Emmans, Newton, N. J. Ferns. Whitman!, 2Vi-in., $5 per 100. Henry H. Barrows & Sons. Whitman, Masa. Ferns, Scottii, 5-in., 20c; 6-ln., 30c. W. W. Coles. Kokomo. Ind. FICUS. Ficus elastica. 20 to 24-inp.. extra fine,. $3.50 per doz. Wagner Park Conservatories, Sidney. O. Ficus elastica, 22-24 ins., $6 per doz.; $50 per 100. Frank Oechslin, 4911 Quincy St., Chicago. Ficus elastica. 5V^ to 6-in.. 25c to 50c. G. Aschmann, 1012 W. Ontario St. Phlla. Ficus pandurata. J. A. Peterson, McHenry Ave., Westwood. Cincinnati, O. FUCHSIAS. Fuchsias, 6 vars., $3 per 100; $25 per 1,000. Little Beauty, $4 per 100; $35 per 1,000. Storrs & Harrison Co., Painesvllle. O. Fuchsias, 6 vars., 2-in., $2 per 100. R. Vincent. Jr.. & Sons Co.. White Marsh, Md. GENISTAS. Genista racemosa, 5-in., $3.50 per doz. ;. $25 per 100. Storrs & Harrison Co., Paines- vllle. O. GERANIUMS. Geraniums, strong 2-in. stock. Heteranthe, Nutt. Jean Viaud. La Favorite, L'Aube^ Hill, $2 per 100; $1S per 1.000. Our selec- tion. $17 per 1,000. Pamela. $4 per lOO, Anastasie Lecadre, $3 per 100. Red Wing^ the best novelty of the season. 25c each ; $2.50 per doz. Write for geranium cata- logue. F. H. De Witt & Co.. Wooster. Ohio. Geranium. Ricard, Nutt, Buchner, from 2 and 2^-in. pots, extra fine lot of strong, cool grown plants. $2.25 per 100; $20 per 1.000; mixed. $2 per 100; $18 per 1,000. "Well packed. J. R. Brooks. Oxford Depots N. Y. Geraniums, Nutt. Doyle, Perkins, Grant, La Favorite. R. C. $1.25; 2-in., $2; S-ln.^ $4 per 100. Vlaud. Castellane, Poitevlne, Jaulin. Ricard, Buchner, R. C.,- $1.50; 2-ln.r $2.50; 3-In., $5 per 100. Mme. Sallerol, 2-in.,. $3 per 100. G. M. Emmans. Newton, N. J. GERANIUM CUTTINGS. S. A. Nutt. Gen. Grant, Beaute Poltevlne, Jean Viaud, Mme. Buchner. Large top cuttings, well rooted^ $1.50 per 100: $15 per 1.000. The W. T. Buckley Co., Springfield. 111. Geraniums. 2Vi-in., $3 per 100; $25 per 1,000; 3-in., La Favorite, $5; Z'^An. Rose- geraniums, $2. Special prices on larger sizes. Mosbaek Greenhouse Co., Onarga, 111. Geraniums, Nutt. Buchner, La Favorite, Jean Viaud, John Doyle, $2 per 100; $5 per 300; $16.50 per 1,000. J. C. Schmidt, Bristol, Pa. Geraniums, S. A. Nutt and 8 others, 2%- in., $2.50 per 100; $20 per 1,000. Jos. H, Cunningham, Delaware, O- Geraniums, standard sorts. $2 per 100;. $18.50 per 1,000; 2-In. pots. R. Vincent. Jr.,. & Sons Co.. White Marsh. Md. Geraniums, dbl. Grant, Castellaine, 2-in..,. 2c. Byer Bros-. Chambersburg. Pa. Geraniums. 2-ln., $2.50 per 100. S. D. Brant, Clay Center. Kans. Geraniums, leading vars.. 3-ln., $3.50 per 100. F. C Riebe, Webster. Mass. Geraniums. Ivy. J. C. Schmidt, Bristol, Fa.- GR££NS« Greens, fancy and dagger ferns, $1.75 per 1.000. Galax, bronze and green. $1.25 per 1.000; 10,000. $7.50. SJjhagnum Moss, largo- bales, $1.25: Leucothoe Sprays, $1 per 100; 1.000. $7.50. Boxwood, 35c per bunch. 50" lbs., $8.50. Michigan Cut Flower Exchange, Inc.. 38-40 Broadway. Detroit, Mich. Greens dagger and fancy ferns, $1.50 per 1,000. Bronze and green galax. $1 per 1,000; $8.50 per 10,000. Leucothoe Sprays. $1 per 1.000; $7-50 per 10,000. Henry M. Robinsom & Co.. 15 Province St., Boston, Mass. Greens, southern wild smilax. Log mosses,, natural and perpetuated. E. A. Beaven^ Evergreen, Ala. Greens, cut palmetto and cycas leaves, galax, leucothoe. ferns, mosses, etc. Kervan* Co., 113 W. 28th St.. New York. Greens, evergreen. fancy and dagger ferns, bronze and green galax. Geo. Cot- sonas & Co., 33 W. 2Sth St.. New York. Asparagus plumosus. strings. 50c each. W. H. Elliott. Brighton. Mass. if Yoo Do Not Find Wiiat You Need in Our Ready Referance Department, Write lis Alont II igio. The American Florist. 103 HELIOTROPES. Heliotrope, Miss Bernlce, 214-in.. $S per 100. Skidelsky & Irwin Co., 1215 Betz Bldg., Philadelphia. Heliotrope. $1 per 100; $S per 1,000. S. D. Brant, Clay Center, Kans. Heliotrope, R. C 75c per 100 prepaid. Cash. Chas. Frost, Kenilworth, N. J. HYDRANGEAS. Hydrangea Arborescens Grandiflora Alba. The true large flowering forcing variety, warranted true, 21i-in. pots, $3 per 100; 1-year field-grown, strong, 12 to 18 inches, $6 per 100; $65 per 1,000. New trade list ready. Write for it today. The Good & Reese Co., The Largest Rose Growers in the World, Springfield. O. Hydrangea Arborescens Grandiflora. We have the largest stock of strong 2-year plants in America. Plants 2 to 3 feet, $2.50 per doz. : $15 per 100; $140 per 1,000. Good plants. 15 to 20 inches, $10 per 100. List free. E. Y. Teas, Centerville, Ind. Hydrangea Arborescens Grandiflora Alba (grown from stock obtained form The E. G. Hill Co.). Field grown 15 to 20 ins., $7 per 100; $65 per 1,000; a smaller size. $5 per 100; 2%-in., $3 per 100; $25 per 1,000. John A. Doyle, Springfield, O. Hydrangeas, R. C. $1.50 per 100; 2-ln., BOc per doz.; $4 per 100; 3-in., $1 per doz.; $8 per 100. D. XJ. Auspurger & Sons Co., Box 778, Peoria, 111. Hydrangea panlculata erandl., 18 to 24 Ins., 6c; 2 to 3 ft., 9c. DInge* & Conard Co., West Grove, Pa. Hydrangea Otaltsa, pot-grown, 6-ln., $16 per 100. Jackson & Perkins Co., Newark, N. Y. Hydrangeas. Geo. A. Kuhl, Pekln. 111. IVY. Ivy, R. C, English $1 ; German, 60c per 100. prepaid. Chas. Frost, Kenilworth, N. J. LANTANAS. Lantanas, S vars., 2-ln., $2 per 100. R. Vincent. Jr.. cS: Sons Co., White Marsh, Md. lhacs. Lilacs. Jacs Smits, Naarden, Holland. LILY OF THE VALLEY. To Import. Lily of the valley. London Market, $1.75 per 100; $14 per 1,000. Premium, $1.50 per 100; $12 per 1,000. International, $1.26 per 100; $10 per 1.000. Vaughan's Seed Store, Chicago and New York. Lily of the valley. Jacs SmIts, Ltd., Naarden, Holland. Lily of the valley. Otto Mann, Leipzig, Saxony. Germany. rrom Storage. For Sale — 9 cases of the choicest Ger- man Valley pips, in 2500 lots at $45 per case of 2500. Pips are now in cold storage in San Francisco. Address Las Palmas Greenhouses, Palo Alto. Calif. Lily of the valley, cold storage, 250, $3.50; per 1,000, $13. W, C. Beckert, Northside, Pittsburg, Pa. Lily of the valley. H. N. Bruns, 3040 W. Madison St., Chicago^ LOBELIA. Lobelia, Kathleen, Mallard, 2-ln., $2 per 100. R. Vincent, Jr., & Sons Co.. White Marsh, Md. MOONVINES. Moonvlnes, 2-In.. $3 per 100. D. U. Aug- spurger & Sons Co.. Peoria, 111. MUSHROOM SPAWN. Mushroom Spawn. Lambert's Pure Cul- t u re. American Spawn Co.. St. Paul. Min n. Mushroom Spawn. Sure Crop, %% per 100 lbs. Weeber & Don.. 114 Chambers St., N. Y. NURSERY STOCK. Nursery stock, blue spruce, berried plants, climbing plants, clematis, conifers, ever- greens, funklas, Japan maples^ hydrangeas. Jacs Smits, Ltd.. Naarden. Holland. Nursery stock, the newest lilacs, dbl. and single. Fruit and ornamental trees, shrubs, roses, hardy plants. Ellwanger & Barry, Mount Hope Nurs.. Rochester, N. Y- Viburnum pUcatum, 2 to 3 ft.. 12c; 3 to 3% ft, 15c. Dlngee & Conard Co., West Grove. Pa. Nursery stock. Clematis, ampelopsis, tree hydrangeas, lilacs, shrubs, vines and per- ennials. Jackson & Perkins, Newark. N. Y. Nursery stock, large trees, oaks, maples, pines and hemlocks. Andorra Nurseries, Chestnut Hill. Philadelphia- Nursery stock arbor vitae (Thuya occi- dentalis). 3 to 4 ft., 4 to 5 ft. trees. The Wm. H- Moon Co., Morrisville. Pa. Nursery stock. Vines, perennials, conifers, shade and fruit trees, hedge plants. Jack- son & Perkins Co.. Newark, N. Y. Trees, shrubs, evergreens, hardy plants. Ellwanger & Barry, Rochester^ N. Y. Nursery stock, ornamental trees and shrubs. W. & T. Smith Co., Geneva, N. Y. ORCHIDS. Orchids, importers, exporters, growers and hybridists. Sander. St. Albans, England. New York office, room 1, 235 Broadway. Orchids. Largest stock in the country. Ask for prices. Julius Roehrs Co., Ruther- ford. N. J. Orchids, all commercial, cattleyas and novelties. Carillo & Baldwin. Seacaucus, N. J. Orchids of all kinds. Lager & Hurrell, Summit. N. J. Orchids. G. L. Freeman, 388 Appleton St., Holyoke. Mass. PALMS. Palms, Kentia Bel.. 2%-in., $10 per 100; 3-in., $20. Kentia Fors., 2% -In., $10 per 100; 3-in., $20. Phoenix, 2 vars., 2% -in., $4 per 100; 3-in., $7. Bargains in Latania Borbonica. D. U. Augspnrger & Sons Co., Box 778, Peoria, 111. Palms, Forsteriana, 7-in., 40 to 44 Ins., $4 each; 8-in., 44 to 48 Ins., $5. Storrg & Harrison Co.. Painesvllle, O. Palms. Bobbink & Atkins, Rutherford. N. J. PANSIES. Pansies. fine, strong transplanted stock, $5 per 1,000. Mosbaek Greenhouse Co., Onarga, III. Pansies, German strain, $2.50 per 1,000. F. C. Rlebe, Webster, Mass. Pansy plants, $2.50 per 1,000. Jos. H. Cunningham, Delaware. O. PELARGONIUMS. Pelargoniums, Mme. Vlbert, Sandiford's surprise, Linda, Dorothy, Mme. Thibaut, strong, 2-in., $6 per 100. F. H. DeWitt & Co., Wooster, Ohio. Pelargoniums, $2.50 per 100. S. D. Brant, Clay Center, Kans. PEONIES. Peonies, all vars., Jacs Smits, Ltd,, Naar- den, Holland. Peonies, leading vars., W. & T. Smith Co., Geneva, N. Y. Peonies only by the wholesale. Best 100 varieties. J. F. Rosenfleld, West Point, Neb. Peonies, sixteen acres. Write for prices. Gilbert H. Wild, Sarcoxie, Mo. Peonies, a superb collection, Jackson & Perkins Co.. Newark, N. Y. PETUNIAS. Petunias, dbl., mixed colors, $3 per 100. R. Vincent, Jr., & Sons, White Marsh, Md. Petunias, dbl. (Dreer's). $2 per 100; $5 per 300. J. C. Schmidt. Bristol. Pa. Petunias, dbl., 2-ln., $2 per 100. Byer Bros., Chambersburg, Pa. PRIMULAS. Chinese primroses, 1400 4-in., large plants full of bud and bloom, mixed colors, double and single, $7.50 per 100. 3000 Primula obconica, 4-in.. large plants, mixed colors, full of bloom, fine stock for Easter. $5 per 100. Try them. Alonzo J. Bryan. Washing- ton. N. J. Primroses, obconica. 3-in.. $6 per 100: Baby. 2-in., $2.50 per 100. D. U. Augspurger & Sons Co.. Box 778. Peoria, 111. Primula obconica, full of bloom in 4 and 5-in. pots. 35c each. Mosbaek Greenhouse Co., Onarga. 111. Primula obconica, 10c each. Mosbaek Greenhouse Co., Onarga, 111. Primula obconica. J. C. Schmidt, Bristol, Pa. Primroses. Geo. A. Kuhl. Pekln, 111. PRIVET. 50,000 California privet and Ampelopsis Veitchil, field-grown. BenJ. Connell, Merch- antville. N. J. California privet. 12 to 18 inches, branched, $10 per 1,000. Larger sizes at low rates. E. Y. Teas, Centerville, Ind. RHODODENDRONS. Rhododendrons, 18 Ins., 8 to 12 buds, $9 per doz.; 24 ins., 12 to 15 buds, $12. Storrs & Harrison Co., Painesvllle, O. Rhododendrons, $6, $9, $12, $15, $18 per doz. Bobbink & Atkins, Rutherford, N. J. Rhododendrons. Jacs S^mits, Ltd., Naar- den, Holland. ROOTED CUTTINGS. Rooted Cuttings, prepaid: Heliotrope, $1. Fuchsias, 8 kinds, $1. Paris daisies, yel- low and white, $1. Cuphea, 75c. VInca Var., 90c. Coleus, 10 kinds, 60c. Alter- nantheras, 3 kinds. 50c. Ageratums. 3 kinds, 60c. Swalnsona alba, $1. Dbl. petunias, 10 kinds, $1. Feverfew Gem, $1. Flowering begonias, 8 kinds, $1,25. Byer Bros., Cham- bersburg. Pa. Rooted Cuttings: Coleus. 10 varieties. 60c per 100; $5 per 1.000. Salvias. 75c per 100; $6 per 1,000. Double Petunias, $1 per 100: $9 per 1,000. Heliotrope. $1 per 100; $9 per 1.000. Ageratum. 50c per 100; $4 per 1,000. Begonias (Gracilis), $1 per 100; $9 per 1,000. Birmingham Landscape and Nursery Co., P. O. Box 663, Birmingham, Ala. Rooted cuttings: Verbenas, 70c per 100; $6 per 1,000. Mums. $1.25 per 100; $10 per 1.000. Daisies, white and vellow, $1 per 100' $8 per 1.000. Alyssum. 80c per 100; $7 per 1.000. Feverfew. $1.25 per 100; $10 per 1,000. Mme. Salleroi. $1.25 per 100; $10 per 1.000. C. Humfeld. Clay Center. Kans. ROSES. Roses. White Killarney. R. C, $6.50 per 100; $60 per 1,000; 2%-in., $8.50 per 100; $75 per 1.000; grafted, $14 per 100; $125 per 1,000. Pink Killarney, R, C, $4 per 100; $35 per 1.000; 2%-in.. $6 per 100; $55 per 1.000; grafted. $12 per 100; $120 per 1.000. My Maryland. R. C. $4 per 100; $35 per 1.000; 2iA-in., $6 per 100; $55 per 1.000; grafted, $12 per 100; $110 per 1,000. Rich- mond, R. C, $3.50 per 100; $30 per 1,000; 2% -In., $5.60 per 100; $50 per 1,000. Maids, Brides, R. C, $3 per 100; $25 per 1.000; 2% -in., $5 per 100; $45 per 1,000. Cardinal, R. C„ $3.50 per 100; $30 per 1,000; 2%- in., $5.50 per 100; $50 per 1,000. Am. Beauties, R. C., $4 per 100; $35 per 1.000; 2y2-ln., $7 per 100; $65 per 1,000. Poehl- mann Bros. Co.,' Morton Grove, III. Roses, dormant stock. Crimson Rambler, 2-yr., branched, own roots, $2 per doz.; $15 per 100; 2-yr., budded. $2 per doz.; $15 per 100; 3-yr., budded. $3 per doz.; $18 per 100; 4-in.. $10 per 100. Tausendschon, 2 yr.. grafted. $3.50 per doz.; $25 per 100. Lady Gay, 2-yr., $3 per doz.; $20 per 100. White Baby Rambler, 3-in., 15c each; 4-in., 25c each; $2.60 per doz.; $20 per 100. Baby Rambler, 1st size, budded, 3-yr.. $2.50 per doz.; $16 per 100; $150 per 1,000; 2nd size, grafted. 2-yr.. $2 per doz.; $12 per 100; $100 per 1,000; pot-grown. 2%-ln.. 75c per doz.; $5 per 100: 3-in.. $1.25 per doz.; $8 per 100; 4-in., $2 per doz.; $12 per 100. Vaughan's Seed Store, Chicago and New York. Roses, dormant field-grown, own roots. Sweetheart, T. Bluraschen. La Fiamma, Trier, D. Perkins, Lady Gay, Debutante, Hiawatha, 12c each. Tausendschon, Barbier, 20c. Dlngee & Conard Co., West Grove. Pa . Roses, for forcing, hybrid perpetuals an^ Ramblers. Jackson & Perkins Co., New- ark, N. Y. Roses, on own roots, budded, bedding. H. Ps.. hybrids and teas. W. & T. Smith Co., Geneva, N. Y. Taft rose, 2%-in.. $15 per 100. J. M. McCullough's Sons Co., 316 Walnut St., Cln- cinnati, O. Roses, Crimson Ramblers, Souperts, Hor- mosa. Geo. A. Kuhl, Pekln. 111. Roses, Bride, Maid, Golden Gate, 3-ln., $5 per 100. Geo. M. Emmans, Newton. N. J . Roses. Newport Fairy. 50c each; $20 per 100. Julius Roehrs Co.. Rutherford. N. J. If You Do Not Find What You Need ki Our Ready Reference Department, Write Us ilbout it 104 The American Florist, Ftb. s, Roses, leading varieties. Leedle Floral Co., Springfield. Ohio. Rose Radiance, 2%-ln., $18 per 100. John Cook. 318 Charles St., Baltimore, Md. Roses. 3-in. Wood Bros.. Fishklll, N. Y. SAIVIAS. Salvia, good strong stock, 2Vi-ln., $2.60 per 100. Mosbaek Greenhouse Co., Onarga, 111. SEEDS. Palm Seeds, Phoenix Canariensis, seed. $1.50 per 1,000. Phoenix reclinata, $2.25 per 1,000. Washingtonla robusta, 75c per 1,000. Washingtonia filifera. $1 per 1,000. Chamae- rops exceisa, 75c per 1,000. Smilax, 35c per oz., Vz lb., $2. Sterculia diversifolia, Aus- tralian bottle tree, 35c per oz. ; ^^ lb., $2. Schinus molle. pepper tree. 50c per lb. F. M. Warner, 1100 So. Flower St., Los Ange- les, Calif. Seeds, Alyssum Carpet Queen, $5 per oz. ; tr. pkt., 25c. Phlox Dwarf Fireball, oz., $2.50; tr. pkt., 35c; Roseball, oz., $2; tr. pkt., 30c; Snowball, oz., $3; tr. pkt., 40c; Cicily, oz,. $2.50; tr. pkt., 35c; Salvia Fire- ball, oz., $4; tr. pkt., 50c; King of Scarlets, oz.. $10; tr. pkt.. 50c; Zurich, oz., $S; tr. pkt., 50c. O. V. Zangen, Hoboken, N. J. Vaughan's New Crop flower seeds. For varieties and prices see advertisement page 89 in this issue. Vaughan's Seed Store, Chicago and New York. Seeds, Sprengeri, 75c per 1,000 seeds. Petunias dbl- fringed, trade pkt.. $1; single, fcOc; California giants. 50c. Salvia Zurich, oz., $5; Triumph, oz., ?o. Moon flower, white, 35c. W. C. Beckert, 103 Federal St., North Side. Pittsburg, Pa. SeedSj Lobelia Crystal Palace compacta, Salvia. S'plendens and Bonfire. Centaurea Gym., Coboea scandens. Mignonette, N. Y. Market, Begonia Vernon. Dracena indivisa. Primula Chinensis. Schizanthus Wisetonensis, Onion Ailsa Craig. Tomato The Don. Weeber & Don. 114 Chambers St., New York. Seeds, onion, lettuce, sweet peas, carrot, celeryj leek, mustard, parsley, parsnip, rad- ish, salsify. C. C. Morse & Co., 4S-56 Jack- son St., San Francisco. Calif. Seeds, beans, peas, sweet corn, onion, beet, turnip, etc. The Everett B. Clark Seed Co., Milford. Conn.j East Jordan. Mich.; Sister Bay. Wis. Seeds, Cauliflower and cabbage. Hjalmar Hartman & Co., 31 Barclay St., New York. and 12 Stormgade, Copenhagen. Seeds, Phoenix Roebeleni. Sander, T. Mellstrom, Representative. 235 Broadway, New York. Seeds, specialties: Stocks, pansies. cycla- mens, etc. Pape & Bergemann, Quedlinburg, Germany. ^ - Seeds for the market gardener. German Nurserie? & Seed House, Box 245, Beatrice, Neb. Seeds, sweet peas, Christmas Pink and Denzer^ ?2 l b. Chas . H- Totty. Madi son, K. J. S'eecis, flower. Frederick Roemer, Qued- linburg, Germany. ^ Seeds, all kinds. Bridgman's Seed Ware- house, 37 E. 19th St.. New York. Seeds, asters. James Vick's Sons, Roches- ter. N. Y. Seeds. Landreth Seed Establishment, Bloomsdale Farms. Bristol. Pa. Seeds, Vick's Quality. James Vick's Sons, Rochester, N. Y. Seeds of all kinds. W. W. Johnson & Son. Ltd.. Boston. England. Seeds, all kinds. J. M. Thorburn & Co., 33 Barclay St., New York. Vegetable seeds, plants, sold direct. Cata- logue free. Glick Seed Farms, Lancaster, Pa. Seeds, garden, field and flower. S, D. Woodruff & Sons. 82-84 Dey St.. New York. Contract Growers. Seeds, peas, beans, Alfred J. Brown Seed Co., Grand Rapids, Mich. lettuce, asters, cosmos and other flower seeds. John Bodger & Sons. Gardena, Calif. Seeds, beans, cucumber, tomato, radish, pea, muskmelon, squash, watermelon, sweet corn. S. M. Isbell & Co., Jackson, Mich. Seeds, lettuce, onions, sweet peas, aster, cosmos, mignonette, verbena. Waldo Roh- nert, GUroy, Calif. Seeds, sweet peas. Boundbrook, N. J. Anton Zvolanek. Seeds, growers for the wholesale trade only. Braslan Seed Growers' Co.. San Jose, Calif. California seed contracts. Kimberlin Seed Co., Santa Clara, Calif. Seeds of all kinds. A. T. Boddington, 342 W. 14th St.. New York. Seeds, field, garden and flower. Rout- zahn Seed Co., Arroyo Grande. Calif. SMILAX. Smilax plants, 2%-in., $1.50 per 100; $12 per 1,000. Skidelsky & Irwin Co., 1215 Betz Bldg., Philadelphia, Pa. Smilax. 2-in., $1.25 per 100. Byer Bros.. Chambersburg, Fa. Smilax. Wood Bros.. Fishkill, N, Y. SPIREAS. Spireas. J. Smits. Ltd., Naarden, Holland. VEGETABLE PLANTS. Vegetable plants. Cabbage, Wakefield and Succession. $1 per 1.000; $8-50 per 10,000. Parsley, 25c per 100; $1.25 per 1,000. Let- tuce, Big Boston, Boston Market. Grand Rapids. $1 per 1,000. R. Vincent. Jr.. & Sons Co.. White Marsh, Md. VERBENAS. Verbenas, rooted cuttings, our selection, 75c per 100; $6 per 1000; plants. 2V4-in., our selection, $2.50 per 100; $20 per 1000; R. C, purchaser's selection, 90c per 100; $S per 1000; plants. 2^-in.. $3 per 100; $25 per 1000. J. L. Dillon. Bloomsburg. Pa. Verbenas. R. C. 70c per 100; $6 per 1.000. S. D. Brant. Clay Center, Kans. Lemon Verbena, 2-in.. $2 per 100. R- Vincent. Jr.. & Sons Co.. White Marsh. Md. Lemon Verbena, R. C. "tBc per 100 pre- paid. Cash. Chas. Frost, Kenilworth. N. J. VINCAS. Vinca minor, the hardy vinca for ceme- tery planting and under trees, where grass will not grow; well rooted layers. $1.50 per 100; $10 per 1.000. E. Y. Teas. Centerville, Ind. Vinca variegated, 2 14 -in., $2.50 per 10 0. Mosbaek Greenhouse Co., Oriarga. 111. Vinca var., 2-in., $2 per 100. Jos. H. Cunningham. Delaware, O- Vinca Variegated, field, $4 per 100. F. C. Rie be. Webster, Mass. Vinca var.. R. C. 75c per 100 prepaid, ^ash. Chas.. Frost. Kenilworth. N. J. VIOLETS. VIOLETS, Baronne A. de Rothschild Is making good everywhere, as the most free and most fragrant single in cultivation. Size and stem equal to Princess, color a shade darker. Rooted runnerg or divisions, ready in April. Book your order now, at $6 per 100: S50 per 1,000, F. W. Fletcher Co.. Auburndale, Mass. Violets, Princess oC Wales, 5 per 100. F. C. Riebe, Webster, Mass. Violets. Wood Bros., Fishklll, N. Y. WHOLESALE CUT FLOWERS. Commission Dealas. Allen. J. K.. 106 W. 28th St., New York. Amling, E. C. 32-36 Randolph St., Chicago. Bernlng, H. G.. 1402 Pine St., St. Louis. Deamud, J. B. Co., 61 Wabash Ave., Chl- cago. Denver Wholesale Florist Co., 1433-36 Call- fornta St., Denver, Colo. Flower Growers* Market, 60 Wabash Ave., Chicago. Ford Bros.. 48 W. 2Sth St., New York. Froment. Horace E., 57 W. 28th St.. N. Y. Guttman, Alex J.. 34 W^. 28th St.. N. Y. Holton & Hunkel Co.. 462 Milwaukee St., Milwaukee. Wis. Hunt. E. H., 76 Wabash Ave., Chicago. Kennicott Bros. Co., 48-50 Wabash, Chicago, Kessler Bros.. 50 W. 2Sth St., New York, Keuhn. C. A.. 1122 Pine St.. St. Louis, Mo. Kruchten, John, 61 W abash Ave.. Chicago. Kyle fe Foerster. 61 Wabash Ave.. Chicago. Langjahr. Alfred H.. 65 W. 28th St.. N. Y. McCallum Co.. 937 Liberty Ave., Pittsburg. McCuIIough's Sons Co.. J. M., 316 Walnut St., Cincinnati, O. McKellar, Chas. W.. 51 Wabash, Chicago. McKlsslck. W. E. & Bros.. 1619-21 Ranstead St., Philadelphia. Moore, Hentz & Nash. 65-57 W. 26th St., New York. Michigan Cut Flower Exchange, 30-40 Broadway, Detroit. Mich. Mlllang. Aug., 41 W. 28th St.. New York. Millang. Chas.. 444 6th Ave., cor. 27th St., New Y ork. Murdoch & Co.. J. B.. 714 Penn Ave., Pitts- burg. Pa. Murphy. William, 311 Main St.. Cincinnati. Nlessen Co., Leo. 1208 Arch St.. Phlla. N. Y. Cut Flower Ex.. Coogan Bldg., 6th Ave, and W. 26th St.. New York. Pittsburg Cut Flower Co., 222 Oliver Ave.. PIttshurg. Pittsburg Florists' Exchange, 217-233 Dia- mond St.. Pittsburg. Pa. • PoUworth. C. C. Co., Milwaukee. Wis. Randall, A. L. Co., 19 Randolph St.. Chi- cago^ Rice Bros., 128 n! 6tli SU Minneapolis, Minn. Raynor, John I.. 49th and W. 28th St., New York. Sheridan, Walter F., 39 W. 28th St.. N. Y. Sllnn. B. .S.. 65-57 W. 26th St.. New York. Smith & Co.. W. C. 1316 Pine St.. St. Louis. rraendly & Schenck. 44 W. 2Sth St., N. Y. Vaughan & Sperry. 62-54 Wabash. Chicago. Welch Bros.. 226 Devonshire St., Boston. n'lnterson, E. F. Co., 45-49 Wabash, Chicago. roung. C. & Sons. 1406 Olive St.. St. Louis. foung & Nugent. 42 W. 28th St.. New York. Zech & Mann.. 51 Wabash Ave.. Chicago. Growers. Bassett & Washburn, 76-78 Wabash Ave., Chicago. Bruns. H. N.. 1049-11 W. Madison, Chicago". Budlong, J. A., 37-39 Randolph St., Chi- Chicago Rose Co., 66-58 Wabash Ave., Chl- cago. Dayton Floral Co. , Dayton, O. Elliott, W. H., Brighton, Mass. Hill, The E. G. Co.. Richmond. Ind. Krueger Bros.. Toledo. O. Poehlmann Bros., 36-37 Randolph, Chicago. Reinberg, Geo.. 51 Wabash Ave.. Chicago. Reinberg, Peter, 35 Randolph St.. Chicago. Weiland & Ollnger, 123 B. 3d St.. Clncln- nati. O. Weiland & Risch. 69 Wabash Ave.. Chicago. WIetor Bros.. 51 Wabash Ave.. Chicago. Wittbold. Geo. Co., 1657 Buckingham PI., Chicago. RETAIL CUT FLOWERS. Albany, N. Y. — H. G. Eyres, 11 N. Pearl St. Anderson, S. C. — The Anderson Floral Co., 533 Marshall Ave. Atlanta. Ga. — Atlanta Floral Co., 41 Peach- tree St. Baltimore. Md. — Z. D. BlacKstone, 1601 Eu- ta w PI. Boston, Mass. — Hoffman, florist, 59 Massa- chusetts Ave. Brooklj-n, N. Y. — Robt. G. Wilson, FUlton St. and Green Ave. Buffalo. N. Y. — W. J. Palmer & Son, 304 Main St. Chicago — Hausvvirth. Florist. Auditorium Annex. Chicago — Wittbold, Florist, 1G57 Bucking- ham PI. Cincinnati. O. — Julius Baer. 138 E. 4th St. Colorado Springs. Colo. — Frank F. Crump. Dayton, O. — Matthews, 16 W. 3d St Denver. Colo. — Daniels & Fisher. Denver, Colo. — The Park Floral Co. Detroit. Mich. — John Breitmeyer's Sons, cor. Miam i and Gratiot Aves. Indianapolis. Ind. — Bertermann Bros, Co., 2 41 Mass. Ave. Kansas City, Mo. — Geo. M. Kellogg Flower and Plant Co., 906 Grand Ave. Also Pleasant Hill. Mo. Kansas City — S. Murray. 1017 Broadway. Los Angeles. Calif.— J. W. Wolfskin, 218 W. 4th St. . .1 If You Do Ko! Fifli: What You Need in Dor Ready Referenee Department, Write Us Aliout It igio. The American Florist. 105 Louisville. Ky. — J. Schultz, 644 4th Ave. New Orleans, La. — U. J. Virgin, S33 Canal St. New York — A, T, Eunyard Floral Co.. 413 Madison Ave. New York— David Clarke's Sons. 2139 Broad- way. Omaha. Neb. — Hess & Swoboda. 1416 Far- nam St. Jtochester, N. Y. — J. B. Keller Sons. 25 Clinton St. San Francisco, Calif. — J. B. Boland. 60 Kearney St. St. Louis. Mo. — Young's, 1406 Olive St. St. Paul. Minn.— Holm & Olson. Terre Haute, Ind. — John Heinl & Son, 129 So. 7th St. Toronto. Ont. — Dunlop's. 96 Yonge gt. Washington, D. C. — Z, D. Blackistone, 14th and H Sts. Washington, D. C. — A. Gude & Bros., 1214 F St. Washington — Geo. C. Shaffer, 14th and I Sts.. N. W. BUILDING MATERIAL. Building material, hotbed sash, cypress, unglazed 95c each; In doz. lots. 90c; glazed, $1.65 each; doz. lots, $1.60. Pine sash, un- glazed, 90c: doz. lots, S5c; glazed. $1.60; doz. lots. $1.55 each. Building hardware, wire and wire fencing, bolts, hatchets, ham- mers, etc. Chicago House Wrecking Co., 35th and Iron Sts.. Chicago. Building material, cypress sash bars, Ten- nessee red cedar posts, pecky cypress benches, hotbed sash and frames, ventilat- ing apparatus, pipe fittings and all supplies needed in new or reconstruction. work. Fo- ley Mfg. Co.. Western Ave., and 26th St., Chicago. Building material. Cypress is far more durable than pine. Cypress sash bars up to 32 feet or longer. Greenhouse and other building material. Men furnished to super- Intend erection when desired. A. T. Stearns Lumber Co., Neponset. Boston, Mass. Building material, cypress sash bars, greenhouse material of any description. Write for catalogue. John C. Moninger Co.. 902 Blackhawk St.. Chicago. Building material of all descriptions for all cypress seml-lron frame or truss houses. Hotbed sash and frames. Lord & Burnham Co.. 1133 Broadway. New York. Building material, greenhouse material and hotbed sash of Louisiana cypress and Washington red cedar. A. Deltsch Co., 2642 Sheffield Ave.. Chicago. Building material, Louisiana cypress, pecky cypress, hotbed sash. S. Jacobs & Sons. 1357 Flushing Ave.. Brooklyn. N. Y. Sunlight double glass sash for hotbeds and cold frames. Sunlight Double Glass Sash Co.. 934 E. Broadway. Louisville. Ky. Building material, cold frames, hotbed sash. Hitchings & Co.. 1170 Broadway, N. Y. FANS. Fans. Sirocco. American Blower Co., Dept. A. F.. Detroit. Mich. FERTILIZERS. Wizard Shredded Cattle Manure, 100 lbs.. $1.20; 500 lbs.. $5; 1.000 lbs.. $8; 2.000 lbs.. $13. Pulverized Manure Co.. 32 Exchange Ave.. Union Stock Yards, Chicago. Thomson's vine, plant and vegetable ma- nure. Wm. Thomson & Sons. Ltd.. Cloven- fords. Scotland, GAS ENGINES. Akron Gas Engines. 3 h. p., 5 h. n. and other sizes. The Akron Machine Co., Ak- ron. O. GLASS. Glass, Greenhouse glass a specialty; also window glass. Snrague. Smith & Co.. 167-9 Randolph St.. Chicago. Glass.. High grade, double thick green- house glass. Lord & Burnham, 1133 Broad- way. N, Y. Glass of all kinds and sizes. Sharp, Part- rldge & Co.. 22nd and Lumber Sts.. Chicago. Glass, greenhouse, all sizes. H. M. Hooker Co., 120-123 W. Washington St., Chicago. GLAZING POINTS. Glazing points, Lord & Burnham special glazing nails (points). Lord & Burnham Co.. 1133 Broadway, New York. Glazing points: See the point? Hold glass firmly. Peerless glazing points are the best. No rights or lefts. Box of 1.000 points, 75c. postpaid. Henry A. Dreer, 714 Chestnut St., Philadelphia. Slebert's zinc never-rust glazing points, 2 sizes, % and %, 40c per lb.; 16o extra by mall; 7 lbs., $2..';0; 15 lbs., $5, by express. Randolph & McClements. Baum & Beatty Sts., Pittsburg. Pa. GREENHOUSE CONSTRUCTION. Greenhouse construction of all kinds and conservatories. Estimates and catalogues on request. The Foley Mfg. Co., Western Ave, and 36th St.. Chicago. Greenhouse construction, builders of every type of greenhouse, the most modern de- signs. Hitchings & Co., 1170 Broadway. New York. Greenhouse construction, cypress roof material and all greenhouse fittings. Plans and sketches submitted on request. John C. Moninger Co., 902 Blackhawk, Chicago. Greenhouse construction, semi-Iron green- houses, new truss houses, iron franie houses. Lord & Burnham Co., 1133 Broadway, N. Y. Greenhouse construction, builders of mod- ern ^greenhouses. Myers & Co., 1122 Betz Bldg., Philadelphia.. Greenhouse construction and equipment. King Construction Co., N. Tonawanda, N. Y. "Wittbold cement post moulds. E. H. Hunt. 76-78 Wabash Ave.. Chicago. KNn^S. ^^^ Razor steel, hand forged, postpaid. Propa- gating. 50c; budding. 35c: grafting, 25c: pruning. 75c. Cat. free. Maher & Grosch Co.. 91 A St., Toledo. Ohio. MISCELLANEOUS. Meyer green silkaline. $1.2.^ per lb.. S spools to lb. Meyer violet thread for violets. $1.25 per doz. spools of 500 vards each. John C Meyer & Co., 1449 Middlesex St., Lowell. Mass. Pansy and Verbena baskets. 9 Ins. long. 6 ins. wide. 3 ins. deep. $9 per 1.000; 13 ins. long. IVz ins. wide. 4 ins. deep. $15 per 1.000. Detachable handles. $2 per 1,000. Coles & Co.. 109 Warren St.. New York. Rocking grate bar. saves 10 to 25 per cent coal. U. S. Rocking Grate Bar Co., 77 Jackson Blvd.. Chicago- Evergreen Brand Flower Fertilizer, $2 per can of 12 lbs. D. D. Johnson Co., 64 Wabash Ave., Chicago. Pillsbury's Carnation Staple. 50c per 1.000 postpaid. I. L. Plllsbury. Galesburg, 111. The Mastin Automatic Whitewash and ?praying machine. J. G. Mastin & Co., 3124 W. Lake St.. Chicago. Superior Carnation staple, 50c per 1,000, Dostpaid. L. J. Waite, 293 Main St.. Spring- field, _ Mas5. Ribbons and chiffons. M. Shattls & Co., 19 Wabash Ave.. Chicago. PIPE, FITTINGS, ETC. Pipe, Iron fittings, etc., galvanized Iron sash hinges, screw eyes, screw hooks, U-bolts, galvanized iron buckles and wires. Fittings for purlin and ridge supports. Foley Mfg. Co.. Western and 26th. Chicago. Pipes and fittings, cast Iron and wrought pipe, valves, elbows, pipe hooks, automatic air headers, etc. Lord & Burnham Co., 1133 Broadway, New York. Iron fittings, patent Iron bench fittings and roof supports. Dlller. Caskey & Keen, 6th and Berk Sts.. Philadelphia. Pipe and fittings. S. Jacobs & Sons, 1357 Flushing Ave.. Brooklyn. N. Y. Pipe. valve fittings. Chicago House Wrecking Co.. 35th and Iron Sts.. Chicago. Ideal pipe clamps. Wm. Moll. 1664 Co- lumbus Rd.. Cleveland, O. POTS, PANS, ETC. Pots, before buying write for prices. Geo. Keller & Sons, 2614-22 Herndon St., Chi- cago^ "NUFP SED.*' Best red pots are made by Geo. E. Feustel, Falrport. Iowa. The Red Pot. C. C. Pollworth Co. All roads connect with Milwaukee. Pots, red standard. Paducah Pottery Co., Paducah. Ky. Pots, florist red. Peters & Reed Pottery Co.. ZanesvUle, O. Neponset waterproof paper flower pota. Vaughan's Seed Store, Chicago and New York. Pots. Syracuse red. Co.. Syracuse. N, Y. Syracuse Pottery Pots. Standard, all sizes. A. F. Kohr, 2934-38 N. Leavitt St.. Chicago. Paper flower pots. 500.000. Chicago House Wrecking Co., 35th and Iron Sts., Chicago. STEAM TRAPS. steam traps, the Standard return steam trap has no equal for Its simplicity of working. E. Hippard. Youngstown. O. Morehead Return Steam Traps, Morehead Mfg. Co.. 1047 Grand River Ave.. Detroit. Detroit return traps. American Blower Co.. Dept. A. F.. Detroit. Mich. STAKES. Cane Stakes. Standard grade 6 to 8 feet, per 100. 85c; 500 for $3; $5.60 for 1,000. Pipe Stems about 6 feet, per 100, 60c: per 1,000, $5. Vaughan's Seed Store, Chicago. WIRE DESIGNS. Headquarters for wire work. Send for list. P. W. Ball, 31 E. 3rd St., Cincin- nati, O. BOOKS FOR FLORISTS The following books should be ic every florist's and gardener's library, A good book on any subject in which you are specially interested is worth years of experience and should be kept conyenient for reference at all times. Send prices quoted and we send the books. Practical Floriculture (Peter Hen- derson). — A guide to the successful propagation and cultivation of florists' plants. Illustrated. 325 pages. $1.50. The Horticulturlsts' Rule-Book (L. H. Bailey). — Contains information valuable to all those engaged in any branch of horticulture. Illustrated. 312 pages. 75 cents. How TO Make Money Growing Vio- lets (Saltford).— This is by a practi- cal grower who has made a success of the business. No grower of violets can aflford to be without it. 25 cents. Outdoors (McGaffey). — A breezy lit- tle book of the woods, fields and marsh- lands. Interesting to the lover of out- door sports, the fisherman, hunter or botanist. Readable from cover to cover. Chrysanthemum Manual (Smith). — By an expert who has 'given his un- divided attention for twenty years to the improvement of the chrysanthemum and its culture in detail. Profusely il- lustrated. 40 cents. Heating and Ventilating Buildings. (Carpenter). — This book covers the en- tire subject most fully. In the prepa- ration of heating and ventilating plans it will be found a most valuable guide. $4.00. Cabbages, Cauliflower and Allied Vegetables (Allen). — The requirements of the important vegetables of the cab- bage tribe are given here very fully. The book also contains interesting chap- ters on seed raising, insects, pests and fungus diseases common to these plants, 50 cents, 324 Dearborn St. CHICAGO American Florist Co., f You Do Not Find What You Need in Our Ready Reterence Department, Write Us About It. 106 The American Florist. Feb. 5, Superior to All Others FOR HOT WATER HEATING Superior Machine fc Boiler Woriis, 840-850 W. Superior St., CHICAGO. OL. Writ* for prices and cataloeue. WILKS* Hot Water Boilers ARE THE MOST ECONOMICAL Boiler for Greenhouses N« NWkt FlremaB Kcqiilrad wltboar SELF-FEEDING HOT WATER BOILERS. Send for Catalog and Prices. S. WILKS MFG. CO., 3503 StUeldl Ave. CHICAGO. Steel ReturnTubularBoilers The Most Bconomical Type of Boiler for Greenhouse Heating. Highly reoonunended bywell-knoimfloristi. JOHNSTON HEATING CO., '^^Vi^J^- '»»»»»»»^»*-**^- Holds Glass Firmly See the Point IS" PEERLESS 4 eiftztne Points are the best. * No rights or lefts. Box of l.OOO polQts 7&otB. poatpftld, HENBT A. DREER, 714 CheMnot 8>., mi>., r«. '***^*^** Are positively the best. 30,008 pouBds BOW in use. SIEBERT'S ZINC Nevei Rust GLAZING POINTS Last forever. OTet A sure preventative of glass slipping. Effective on large or smail elass. Easy to drive. Easy to extract. Two sizes 5^ and li. 40c Berib .by mail 16c extra: 7 lbs. for $2.50 ISlbs. for $5.00. byeipress. For sale liy the trade. RANDOLPH a McCLEMENTS, Soccessors to Chas. T. Siebert, Baoin & Beatty Sts., Pittsburg. Dobbs Ferry, N. Y. The Horticultural Society held a dinner at Prucey's restaurant January 19, which was largely attended. An excellent menu was prepared by the restaurant management and the serv- ice was all that could be desired. The tables were handsomely decorated with carnations, roses, and other flowers. President Thomas Lea presided and, after coffee had been passed, intro- duced John Dunbar as toastmaster for the evening. His first call was on J. Bmith, of Tarrytown Horticultural So- NOW IS THE TIME The King Iron Frame Construction Is acknowledged the best. Mfnimum Shade. Maximum Strength. "ASK THE MAN WHO HAS ONE" C. Brehmer, Chillicothe. O., 42 ft. by 175 ft. - - F. Witthuhn, Cloveland. O.. 30 ft. by 56 ft. F. F. Crump. Colorado Springs. Colo.. 21 ft, bv 150 ft. F. Holberg. Denver. Colo,, three 25 ft by 125 ft. Walla Walla Floral Co.. Walla Walla. Wash., two 32 ft. bv 100 ft. . Cochrane & McKay, Chicago. 111., ty^^o 21 ft. by 141 ft. - H. E. .^splin. Rocky River. O., 54 ft. by 175 ft. ' Wm. Kriegler Lansing. Mich.. 28 ft. by lOO ft. C. F. Maler. Denver, Colo., two 21 ft. by 100 ft. - F. Tegerler. Denver. Colo.. 25 ft. by 125 ft. Scientific In Principle. Practical in Operation, Less Expensive to Erect Than Wood. King Construction Co., North Tonawanda, N. Y. m KROESCHELL BOILER IS THE ONLY PERFECT HOT WATER BOILER. < NOT CAST IRON ) Has water In front, sides, top and a water back. Made In 15 sizes, heating 6,000 to 60,000 square feet of glass to 60° at 15° below zero. Prices and cats ogue on application. KROESCHELL BROS. GO. 452 W. Erie St. CHICAGO. "Detroit RETURN traps in the Sieeon-Ileated Greenhouse 5tTTER THAN A REBATE IN THEGOAL BILL . OTho G^i-ato r>oo«» It! Saves 10 to 25% of the coal your boiler is using. Positive guarantee given U. S. ROCKING GRATE BAR CO., Send for circular "N" and our famous Lecture on Combustion. 77 Jackson Boulevard, CHICAGO. ciety, who gave a very able address on the good work being done by hor- ticultural societies in general. W. Scott was the next speaker, who spoke on the good fellowship existing be- tween Tarrytown and Dobbs Ferry societies. J. Scott delivered the real liorticultural speech of the evening. J. Oths entertained with some of his reci- tations. F. Walter, of Yonkers, and C. Kurkevicz entertained by several selections on the violin. H. Kast- berg, secretary, gave an insight to the good work of the society during the past nine years. B. Husted, T. Lea, P. Clinton and others made very en- tertaining remarks. H. H. igio. The American Florist. 107 i fiatter With a Reputation Aik tbe man who has tried them. For further particulars, write to GEO. M. GARLAND CO., DBS FIAINES. ILL. Write to us about Materials and Plans for ao7 size and style of GfiEENHOUSE for new structure or repairs. Hot Bed Sash ''p ^'°'='' »!. *■"■ ^^^'^^ ..^«.»«j»» gi^g reauired. Pecky Cypress fer benches. lasting: and least exoensive. The Foley Mfg. Co., Western Ave and 2eth St. CHICAGO. KEEP A- Holly Standard Circulator busy aod watch results. SUB.TARGET GUN COMPANY Steam Engineering: Department. ai« HUh street BOSTON. MASS. Crimped Superior S". Carnation staple (p.^TENT APPLIED FOR,) For rep^ring split carnations. 1000 for SO cents Postpaid. L. J. WAITE, 293 Main St., Springfield, Mass. Syracuse, N. Y. "This is positively the best season I have ever had." says Henry Morris, in speaking of the condition of trade during the past few weeks. Continu- ing, he said: "There have been more coming out parties here in two months than ever occurred before in the same length of time. And more varied bouquets were carried, including the old-fashioned stiff bouquets with bouquet papers. Other bouquets in de- mand were made of lily of the valley and orchids. The call has been for the more costly flowers. There has been lots of good funeral work, includ- ing wreaths and a broken column six feet high for the funeral of Edward B. Judson, president of the First Na- tional bank. The column was of white carnations and the base of white roses. For funerals there have been lots of orders for designs and bouquets, many of the latter being of valley, sweet peas and maidenhair ferns. I do not know that times were ever any better." Mr. Morris was also commissioned to trim Mr. Judson's desk and chair at The Material Complete or Any Part Attentlonll Glass Buyersll GREENHOUSE GLASS. Yon will save money if you obtain ottr pricea beiore you buy. Quality A. No. 1. Prompt shipmeats. Hooker's Greenhouse White Paint The most durable white paint for this purpose. Half barrels, (26 gallons), per eal. |1.36. 6 gal. paUs, per gal. $1.40 H. M. HOOKER COMPANY, WHOLESALE GLASS AND PAINTS, ''%?^oT4994?"' 651-659 Washington Boulevard, GHIGA60. Among Florists itis^THE MOREHEAD" •WHY?? I^ECAUSE it is giving them service they thought could not be bought " for money. With an installation of a Morehead Return Steam Trap there begins a better growth of flowers, a more even temperature in your greenhouses, a decided decrease in your fuel bill and an infinite period of satisfaction. Let us put your name on our list of "satisfied users." Our "Trap Book" sent on request. IMOREHEAD MT'G. CO., Dept. N, Detroit, Mlcli. the bank. Through an unauthorized announcement to "kindly omit flow- ers," orders amounting to hundreds of dollars were lost through being can- celled by the friends after the an- nouncement. Some of the business was saved through friends advising the florists to the contrary. Mr. Judson was a great admirer of flowers. Hugh McCarthy, for many years a popular mail carrier attached to the post office, has become manager of one of P. R. Quinlan's retail stores. Mr. McCarthy is a son-in-law of Mr. Quinlan and has a wide circle of friends here. 108 The American Florist. Feb. 5, Model Extension Carnation Support Made with two oi three cirdts. En- dorsed by all the Leading Carnation Growers as the best support on market. Pat. July 27, '97. May 17.'98 GALVANIZED WIRE ROSE STAKES. Write for prices before orderiDg elsewhere. Prompt thipmentguaranteed IGOE BROS., 266 North 9th St , BSOOKITN, N.T. Mention the American Florist when writing I * \ H. BAYERSDORFER & CO, Plorisfs' Supplies. 1129 Arch street, PHILADELPHIA. PA Send for our new catalogue. Mention the American Florist when writing Wired Toothpicks 10 000. $1.75: 50.000. $7 50 Manufactsred by WJ.COWEE, BERLIN, N.T. Sample free. For sale by dealers. EAGLE WIRE WORKS Manufacturers of Wire Floral Designs and Specialties. Catalogue Free, 3238 Ontario St., CLEVELAND, O. Lock tlie door before tlie liorse is stolen, ind insure your glass before it is broken. For partlculara conceroing Ha il Inauranco, addreaa JOHN G. ESLER, Secretary REED & KELLER, 122 W. 25th St., NEW YORK. FLORIST'S SUPPLIES. We Manufacture all Our Metal Designs, Baskets, Wire Work, and Novelties, and are dealers in Glass- ware, Pottery, Decorative Greens and all Florists' Requisites. Missoula, Mont. — A. C. Anderson brought suit in the district court Jan- uary 20 against his partner, Margaret Johnson, asliing that a receiver be ap- pointed for the greenhouse business in which they have been engaged. Ho also aslts for a judgment of $5,000, on the ground that he has not had an equal share of the firm's income. Wilson's Corsage=Bouqaet =HOLDER— Award of "Highly Commended" at the S. A. F. Trade Exhibition at Cincinnati. Holds Corsage-Bouquet securely and gracefully. Prevents damage to apparel. Adjustable to any diameter of bouquet stem. Adaptable to anythingfromViolets to Roses Does away with Corsage Pins. A handsomely silver plated article and ornamental in itself. Samples to trade. 25c each, by mail postage paid. By the dozen, $3.00, postage paid. Correspondence solicited. Address Robert 6. Wilson, ^^i'en^Ave!"" Brooltlyn, N. Y. Mention the American Florist when writing THE ART OF Floral.... Arrangement. The first special newspaper in the world for floral arrangement. 400 Partially Colored Illustrations Amually. specimen number free. Subscription, $2.90 yearly. BINDEKUNST-VERUIG, J. Olbertz, ERFURT, GERMANY. Now is the Time To Subscribe to the Horticultural Trade Journal Published weekly. Tlic Largest Brightest and Best British Trade Publication. Also THE INTERNATIONAL EDITION Published quarterly. .'Xnnualsub- scription for weekly and quarterly numbers, One Dollar. (Interna- tional money order). Subscribe today and keep in touch with European markets and topics. The Horticultural Printing Company, BURNLEY. ENGLAND. The Repn Printing House LARGE HUNS OFs CATALOGUES WMTI rOR FIGURES. 91 Plymoutli Place, CHICAGO Plant Bed Cloth For Florists. Gardeners. Truck Farmers, etc. Protects from frost. Best shade in summer. Sold by leading seedsmen. Waterproof Sheettaig, Hay Caps, Etc. HENRY DERBY, 123 F Chambers St., New York. Mention the American Florist when writing Gorham ^ Chaplme Printcry i-. '.^cf'^^i HALFTONES, ENGRAVINGS and PRINTING FOR FLORISTS. 358 Dearborn Street, CHICAGO. f0g~ Haa stood the test of over a Quarter of a Century. THOMSON'S Vine, Plant and Vetfetabie MANURE UNRIVALLED FOR Vines, Tomatoes, Cucumbera all Flowerinc, Foliage and Fruit beariog Plants, Vegetables, Lawna, etc. Th* reiult of many yeara practical .expcricno*. FERnCT FLANT FOODS Sold by Leading Amaricam Secdaman. -ALSO- Thomson's Special Chrysanttaemnm and Topdressing Manure. Freight paid on quantities. Writ* for oar special affer to the American trada. pampblata, Bgaats' circulars, etc.. to SOle makers, WM. THOMSON S SONS, Ltd., Tweed Vliieyard, Clovenfordi, Scotlaal t are easy to kill with The Fumigating Kind Tobacco Powder $3.00 per bag 1 00 lbs. Satisfaction guaranteed or money l>ackj •why try cheap aubstitutos that makers do not dare to guarantee ? THE H. A. STOOTHOFF CO.. VERNON NEW YORK. MOUNT VE CUT FLOWER BOXES EDWARDS FOLDING BOX CO MANUFACTURERS PHILADELPHIA, PA. Florists' Refrigerators Write us lor catalog and prices, stating size you require, and tor what kind of cut flowers you wish to use the refrigerator; also state whether you wish it for display or only for storage. McCray Refrigerator Co 960 MiU Street, KENDAUVILLE, IN igio. The American Florist. 109 ir^oiR 44 9f HEWS STANDARD POTS POT MAKERS FOR 140 YEARS WORLDS LARGEST MANUFACTURERS Pearson Street, LONG ISLAND CITY, N. WRITE FOR CATALOG AND DISCOUNTS. A. H. HEWS & CO. I Established 1 765, CAMBRIDGE, MASS. 452-460 No Branch St., CHICAGO ILL. All The Clay FOR OUR Florists' Red Pots Is prepared by passinsr through a screen 1600 meshes to the square inch. If in a hurry for pots order from us. We ship over five lines of railroad by river or interuiban. Write for catalopue showing all the articles we make for florists' use. THE PETERS & REED POTTERY CO. Z ANESVILLE, OHIO . Standard Flower Pots! Packed id small crates, easy to handle Price per crate 144 6-in.,in crate. $3.16 120 7 •■ 4.20 60 8 " 3.00 H.^ND MADE 4S 9-in.. in crate. $3 60 48 10 •■ 4.S0 24 U " 3.60 24 12 " 4.80 12 14 ■' 4.80 6 16 •• 4.50 Seed pans, same price as pots. Send for price list of Lylinders for Cut Flowers. Hanging Baskets. LawD Vases, etc._ Ten per cent off for cash with order. Address' HILFINGER BROS. POTTERY: Fort Edward. N.Y. or August Rolker & Sons. New York .Agents 31 Barclay Street. New York Citv. Those Red Pots "STANDARDS** FULL SIZE AND WIDE BOTTOMS.. BULB PANS AND AZALEA POTS! DETROIT FLOWER POT MTT lARKT BALSLBY, DETKIOT. MICH. Rep. 490 Howard St Standard Flower Pots Porosity and Strength Unsurpassed. Write for pric««. A. F. KOHR Price per crate I5O0 2in , in crate, $4.88 1500 2V^ 5.25 1500 2H 6.00 1C00 3 5.00 800 34 5.80 503 4 4.50 456 4H 5.24 320 5 451 210 5H 3 78 2934-36-38 Leavitt St., CHICAGO Albany, N. Y. Fred A. Danker has planned to in- crease largely the size of his store at 40 Maiden lane. He will lease from May 1 the store at 42 Maiden lane and will close up the entrance there, turn- ing the same into a large show win- dow. The plans also include the re- moval of certain partitions in the present store and improvements that will add both to the space and the utility of the establishment. Work will be begun about May 1. R. D. Highland Mills, N. T. — G. A. Mer- ritt and wife celebrated the silver an- niversary of their wedding January 25, by inviting a number of friends to their- home. MEYER GREEN SILKALINE Fo" ale by all Rosponsiblr H uses ihrouL hout ihe couniry. Be suie that each sroo] is marked: Meyer Green Slikaline" and fate no other. Price $1.25 per lb. 8 spools to the lb. — 16 oz actual weight of thread. Meyer Violet Thread, for bunching Violets, *l-25 per dozen spools of 5U0 yards each. Manufactured by JOHN C. MEYER & CO., 1449 Middlesex St., Lowell, Mass. Pansy and Verbena Baskets. Small Size Measure 9 inches long, Per 1000 6 inches wide, 3 inches deep $ 9.00 (Put up 500 in a crate.) Large Size Measure, 13 inches long, IV2 inches wide, 4 inches deep 15.00 (Put up 250 in a crate.) Detachable Wire Handles for either of the above 2.00 Have ten other sizes. Send for descriptive circular, COLES & COMPANY, 109=111 Warren St., NEW YORK. Use our patepf tfoi Bench Fittings and Roof Supports. ^ IMPROVEOJ ™e JENNINGS IRON GUTTER. IMPROVED VAPORIZING PANS For Tobacco Extracts, etc. Send for Circulars. DILLER, CASKEY & KEEN, S. W. Caamo' Sbtk and Berk Streets PHUHIA VEKTILATIII6 APPARATUS. Kramer's Pot Hangers For sale by Wholesale Seedsmen. Florists and Supply Dealers. Price. $1.(X) per dozen by express, mple dozen by mail, $1.25. i. N. KRAMER & SON, Cedar Rapids, Iowa Mention the American Florist when writing 6E0. KELLER & SON, Uui«fact«r«r« of Red Pots B«fsr«!baTlai write (or »ricn. 2614-2622 HenidOB St, CM0A6O. Mention the American Florist when writing SYRACUSE RED POTS Prompt shipments ^aar anteed. We have a large stock of well made and wull burned pots on hand for the trade of 1910. Our terms are as eood as the best. Our catalogue on applicat o . SYRACUSEPOTTERYCO. SYRACUSE, N. Y. 110 The American Florist. Feb. 5, Why Not? repair vour split or leaky pipes with Ideal Pipe Clamps Manufactured by WM. MOLL, 1664 Columbus Rd., CLEVELAND, O. THE BEST Bug Killer and Bloom Saver For PROOF Write t* P. H PALETHORPE COMPANY, Owensboro, Ky Carman's Antipest ' INSECTICIDE AND FUNGICIDK For the Garden, Orchard and Greenhouse NoD-poisonous and harmless to vegetation. Kills Green Fly, Aphides, Bark Lice, Thrlps Mealy Bug, Red Spider, Scale, Wire worms. Ants and Slu^s. This is the grower's Friend Handy to use, cheap aod etfective. mixes readily in water, Destroys all insect pests and keeps down filth. Circulars on applica- cation. $1.50 per gallon. Also in quarts, half gallons and in bulk. PERFECTION CHEMICAL CO., FLUSHING, N. Y. Iron Reservoir Vases Lawn Settees Manufactured by McDonald BROS., COLUMBUS, O. The largest manu- facturers of these foods in America. end for catalogue. Pasadena, Calif. — The Gardeners' Association is planning to build a large hall to hold its flower shows in, also for holding ineetings. for Asler lo Cee, It is built with our No. 1908 gutter on this side, as he contemplatob joining another house to it. Here is a letter from Mr. Coe which makes interesting and convincing reading: * "Am very much pleased with the 30xlC0 Iron Frame House you sold me a year or so ano. Am just cutting an immense crop of Carnations— the biggest I ever saw and Ihcy are tine. The only thing I am sorry for. is that I didn't tear out the old house south of new one. and put in an Iron Frame House— it would have paid big— well. I will in a yrar or two," (Signed) Asher M. Coe. Cuyahoga Co., North Olmsted, O. p. S.- "Everybody who comes in is very much pleased with the new house, it so verv litiht and is much cooler in hot weather.'' IRVINfiTRN U Y New York Boston Philadelphia Chicago invinolun, n. I. st. James Bldg. TremontBldg. Heed Bid g. The Rookery Mention the American FJorist when writing Hitchings' Greenhouses are Easily Enlarged. They are built in sections, 8-ft. 4-in. long, each one com- plete in itself, so that when the house is enlarged it isn't necessary to pull half the house down. Our way makes a simple, inexpensive way of it. . . .- " |j>^ Before youdeciile on your new house, it is up to you to findout all \ ou can about how Hitchings & Co. build Hitchings hotises. A personal talk, of course, is the best way; the next best is to look carefully thro ixgh our printed matter which we will gladly send for the asking. Designing and Sales Office ^ 1 1 70 Broadway New York Goi'l Offices and Factory EUzabetb. N. J. Hitchings &. Compaixy The Standard Steam Trap Has established a record tax above that of any other trap for florists; being very simple, dur- able and easily taken care of. Catalogues of the Trap, Duplex Gutter, and Standard Ventllat* Ing Machinery, mailed free npoM application. E. HIPPARD, Youn|stovn,0. RmBrica is "the Prow of the I/bsseI; there maij be mare camfart Amidships, but we are the £rst to touch Unknown Seas. Vol. XXXIV. CHICAGO AND NEW YORK, FEBRUARY 12, 1910. No. 1132 The American Florist TWENTT-FIFTH YEAR. Copyright, 1910. by American Florist Company. Entered as Secoud-Class Matter Nov. 11, 1891, at the Post Office at Chicago, Illinois, under act of March 3, 1879. Published Evert Sattrdat bt AMERICAN FLORIST COMPANY, 324 Dearborn St., Chicago, Long Distance Phone : Harrison 7465. Eastern Office : 1133 Broadway, New York. Philadelphia, Pa.: Robt. Klft, 1725 Chestnut St Registered Cable Addiess : Amefio, Chicago. Subscription, United States and Mexico, $1.00 a year; Canada, $2.00; Europe and Countries in Postal Union, $2.50. Subscriptions accept^'d only from the trade. Vol- umes half yearly from August, 1901. Address all correspondence, subscriptions, etc., American Florist Co., 321 Dearborn St., Chicago. SOCIETY OF AMERICAN FLORISTS AND ORNAMENTAL HORTICULTURISTS. Officers — F. R. Pierson, Tarrytown. N. Y., Pres.: Fred W. Vick. Rochester. N. Y.. Vice- Pres.; H. B. Dorner. Urbana. 111.. Scc'y: Wm. F. K.ASTiNG. Buffalo. N. Y.. Treas. Next meeting at Rochester. N. Y.. August, 1910. THE AMERICAN CARNATION SOCIETY. Next annual convention and exhibition at- Boston. Mass., March. 1911 Fred. Burki. Pittsburg. Pa.. President: A. F. J. Baur. Thirty- eighth St, and Senate Ave.. Indianapolis. Ind.. Secretary. AMERICAN ROSE SOCIETY. Next annual meeting and exhibition at New York, March 16-18, 1910. Aug. Poehlmann, Chicago. President: Benjamin Hammond. Fish kill-OD Hudson, N. Y., Secretary. AMERICAN PEONY SOCIETY. Seventh annual meeting at Horticultural Hall . Boston. Mass . June 19i0. B. H. Farr Reading. Pa.. Pres.: A. H. Fewkes, Newton Highlands. Mass. Sec'y. Our Supplements. Subscribers should see that they get copies of the fine supplementary Illustrations showing tiigh graje design and decorative work. These fine supplements appear with each issue and should be carefully preserved, as they mean mach to the retail florists in dealing with their customers. Illustrating as they do the various kinds of work that the everyday florist is called upon to perform. The papers In which the supplements appear should be likewise preserved, as they contain much valuable data with regard to these special illustrations. Subscribers should see that they get every issue as otherwise they may miss some of this htgli grade work. HALF HOUR CHAPTERS FOR PLANT GROWERS Azaleas. Many growers thinli that azaleas are not worth carrying over after the first year and, it" not sold when in flower, throw them away after flower-, ing. If they do not in.tencl to culti- vate tliem properly but just allow them to lie around the greenhouses without attention until they flower again next season then it would be better to throw them away at once for they will never do any good or be worth the room they take up. On the other hand, if given suitable treat- ment, there is no reason why they should not be as good, or even better', the second season as the first. The Indian azalea maJies its growth direct- ly after flowering, the new leaves starting even while the flowers are opening in many cases. They should be encouraged during the growing time by a moist genial, growing tem- perature but not by strong lieat as this only tends to soft growth and in- sects. By midsummer liuds for next season's flowering can usually be felt forming in the new growth and when this occurs the plants may go out- doors, giving tliem a rather shady po- sition and watering carefully until .September or the beginning of Octo- ber, when they -can go under glass again for flowering in the usual way. Hydrangeas. Probably fewer hydrangeas than usual will be prepared for Easter this year, the date being too early for these plants to be in their best form. Where they have been especially grown and were ripened up and start- ed early they can be had in time but they bring equally as good prices at Memorial day when they can be had with less expenditure for heat. Plants to stand hard forcing inust be well established and. unless they are really forward, it will be better to let them come along slowly and both flowers and foliage will be finer than those produced in strong heat. A frequent mistake made in the culture of hy- drangeas is feeding too early. We do not want big leaves like cabbage leaves and as long as they keep deep green and healthy this is all that need be expected. When the flowers begin to form is usually quite early enough to feed unless the plants are extra large in comparison with the size .of the pots. A liberal addition of soot water to the liquid manure is of great assistance to the foliage, keeping the color good but if this is not at hand nitrate of soda used regularly taut in small quantities in conjunction with good liquid manure is a very fair sub- stitute. Pot Chrysanthemums. Experienced growers of pot chrys- anthemums for market find they get better results by propagating early and growing their plants on by slow de- grees, giving small shifts, than by striking the cuttings later and grow- ing them more quickly. The reason is that the growth becomes more con- solidated as it is produced and is harder and ripened more when flow- ering time comes around, producing flowers of better substance and more of them. The finest plants of Halli- day and Wm. H. Lincohi we saw last year, were from cuttings inserted at the end of February and grown and shifted on as described above. For pot culture one has to choose the varieties, but almost any kind is im- proved in habit by this method. It is less needed perhaps for the pomp- ous and singles than for rhe larger growers, but even with these natu- rally dwarf growers, moderately hard and well ripened wood produces finer and brighter colored flowers than that which is .soft and green, and briglit color is a great advantage for pot plants. In this kind of culture a great point to keep in mind is the avoid- ance of exciting conditions; these are harmful in every way. Plenty of air all through the early stages gives the plants a robust constitution and an ability to stand up against unavoid- able checks that is impossible with stock coddled and rushed along in close, heated houses or frames. 112 The American Florist. Feb. 12, Petunias. Petunias of a good strain are among the most useful cheap bedding plants, keeping up a bright show all through the summer with a minimum expen- diture of time or money. Seed of a good strain costs only a little more than the commonest and it is no more trouble to grow good varieties than poor. Sown now good plants in 2%- inch pots will be produced by plant- ing out time at the end of May. The seed is very fine and must not be deeply covered when sowing but, if it is new and good, no seed is more to be depended upon for germinating. Sow very thinly or the young plants will become crowded and drawn be- fore they have become large enough to handle for pricking out. It is sur- prising what a large number of plants can be raised from just a pinch of seed and how much ground it will cover if sown thinly. As soon as tlie plants are up grow them cool right along and pinch the point out of each as soon as they i-ecover from the first transplanting, to induce a bushy habit. Treatment of Newly Potted Plants. No matter how well plants might have been rooted in their pots before repotting, there is always a danger when they are moved to a larger size and have a lot of new soil around them that the roots will suffer, either from over watering or too little. The danger is less, of course, in the hands ot an experienced grower who, by reason of long practice, has almost a second sight that tells him by the look of a plant and the soil whether it is in need of watering or not. This necessitates a knowledge of the soil and its peculiarities. The grower who has a good fibry loam, with plenty of substance, has a good deal the ad- vantage over others with an extra light or brashy soil, for the roots produced in the former are stronger and less liable to injury from slight mistakes in treatment than the weak- er, softer roots produced in loose un- substantial soils. Supposing that the plants were well rooted before being repotted — and no plant should be given a larger pot until it has ob- tained a good hold on the soil in the pot in which it is growing — then it is safest to give one thorough water- ing directly after potting. Stand the plants on a level bench or floor, in order that the soil will not be washed out of place, and water until every inch of soil is wet, going over the plants two or three times. Besides insuring them against lack of mois- ture this also makes it certain that there are no air cavities around the roots, settling the soil around them. But after this first heavy watering considerable care is required and the grower must be sure that most of the moisture in the soil is used up by tlie roots before giving a fresh supply. As before noted an experienced grower can tell by the look of his plants whether they are dry enough to want water or not. This knowledge has to be gained by the beginner in the work, not by watering them "willy nilly" but by examining a plant here and there carefully, going so far, if doubtful about it, as to lift it and tell by the weight whether it is dry or not. Very little practice along this line will aid the beginner con- siderably until, almost before he is aware of it. he has the hang of the thing and can go right along with liis hose or watering can and feel con- fident that he is doing right. Besides root treatment, that of the atmosphere is important. A plant or species that needs a moderately dry atmosphere when established will, when its roots have been disturbed, require more atmospheric moisture to enable the foliage to remain fresh and plump and to avoid wilting. Un- less the leaves are kept in good order Casket Spray of Callas. By D. L. N'incent, Ionia. Mich. the roots will remain inactive and the whole system of the plant fails. There must be a reciprocal action between roots and leaves, easy to maintain when the plants are well established but more difficult when the roots have been disturbed by tlie potting and are unable to send up the requisite mois- ture to the leaves. What is lacking then, through the ordinary root and leaf action must be supplied tlirough the atmosphere to the foliage, either by absorption, as some authorities de- clare, or by a reduction in the amount given off by evaporation or by the principle of osmosis, a principle that all plant growers would find an inter- esting study and useful in their work. The supply of atmospheric moisture may be kept up by means of damping between the pots and under the benches just as easily as by wetting the plants overhead, as this makes it difficult to decide whether or not the plants need root moisture. There are times, especially during hot summer weather, when a good washing from the syringe or hose does the plants a great deal of good, replenishing wast- ed moisture supplies and refreshing the plants greatly, but it is easily overdone, with almost any class of plant, especially in dull weather. THE RETAIL TRADE Casket Spray of Callas. The spray or loose bunch of flowers of any kind as a funeral offering is much more popular of late than a set piece, where only a low price can be obtained. It is true there is not the scope for artistic arrangement in these small bunches that there is in more pretentious pieces, but they suit the retailer's customers and he has the chance to turn a few dollars this way which could not happen if only large and expensive designs were offered. Tlie principal point to keep in mind in making up these sprays is to keep the flowers well apart and yet make a well finished bunch. Callas are always more or less stiff in appearance. This cannot be helped when no other flow- ers are used, but the picture herewith of a bunch by D. L. Vincent, Ionia, Mich., well illustrates the point in question. Wreath of Orchids and Valley. SEE SUPPLEMENT WITH THIS ISSUE. AVliere patrons are willing to pay the price there are few more exquisite wreaths than one made witli orchids and lily of the valley. The valley sprays give a briglit appearance and break up any flatness that may be caused by using cattleyas alone while their snowy whiteness helps the neu- tral tints of the orchids. A good dec- orator will get a better effect with a dozen orchids than a flower butcher will with fifty, for orchids are flowers that need to be properly displayed, so that their full beauty can be seen. There is an individuality about the flower of a cattleya when it is "look- ing out" of a bouquet, wreath or other floral piece that is entirely lost when the flowers are huddled together or placed in unnatural positions. With this provision anyone with an eye to a beautiful arrangement can so place orchids that they never fail to be sat- isfactory. The lily of the valley should be used as a foil to the orchids. Alone, this flower is not effective, unlessit is in small sprays or bunches with its own foliage, but in connection with otliers it is a very beautiful foil to rich colors while retaining its own in- dividuahty more than do most small flowers. The sprays should not be put in just iiecause there is a vacant space in the ivreath but where they will have the best effect and where a little of their own foliage can be added, as they can when used with orchids, their appearance is greatly enhanced. For a green to use with cattleyas nothing can approach Adiantum Far- leyense. The broad flat pinnules of the fronds and their peculiar soft green Supplement to The American Florist, No. 1132. February 12, 1910. STANDING WREATH OF ORCHIDS AND LILY OF THE VALLEY, BASE OF GLADIOLI. igio. The American Florist. 113 shade harmonizes well with the pinks, mauves and purples of the orchids and makes a delightful setting for them. As to the base of the wreath, almost any flower that stands up well and does not clash in color with the or- chids will do well. Gladiolus America is frequently used and with good effect and there are other varieties of this flower that do equally well. One of the most satisfactory bases to a wreath of this kind was made with a snowy white gladiolus and its own foliage, a few sprays of leucothoe being intro- duced at the bottom to give a spread- ing appearance and good finish. Eas- ter lilies too are fine for this purpose, •callas, chrysanthemums of good shape and even good long-stemmed asters all being suitable. The idea is to have something bold and striking, some- thing in strong contrast to the wreath above and if this is kept in mind and glaring incongruities of color avoided then a good result is almost certain. ?reparing: for St. Valentine's Day. St. Valentine's day is not exactly a big day for the retailer, but there is quite a little extra doing, and if he lays himself out to get the business by showing neat boxes, baskets and other arrangements of flowers dear to the feminine heart, then probably he we be well repaid. In Chicago the supply men have been busy shipping out violet boxes and hearts, ribbons .and the hundred and one little trifles that go to make up an up-to-date dis- play. The retailers are not behind hand and are making pretty and ef- fective window shows with the great variety of flowers now on the market. Fleischman is showing some novel and pretty baskets of flowers, such as sweet peas, orchids and violets which can hardly fail to attract. The neat yet attractive way in which these are put up and their surroundings in this well appointed store have more to do with the success of the thing than even the quality of the flowers, though this is excellent. We do not see any of the cheap, trashy material here; everything is good and well displayed. Chas. A. Samuelson, being so near the Coliseum, has introduced an automo- bile for the auto show at this hall, the model being very well worked out in immortelles. But he has not for- gotten St. Valentine and the pretty lit- tle trifles around the store are put up in his own inimitable style. John Mangel has a very attractive •store and is laying himself out to catch the St. Valentine's Day trade. In his Monroe street window, in ad- dition to fine stock of all kinds, vio- lets and violet boxes and many liule things to tempt the eye there is a quaint and pretty conceit consisting of a table with an immense open red flower and a cupid rising from the center. All around are pretty little red shades and ornaments, hearts and others, the table cloth being similarly decorated. It causes quite a little crowd to gather all the time and will doubt- less prove a good drawing card. Ele- gant bulb stock in pans is shown as well as azaleas, cyclamens in Delwood gilt boxes, and other good plants. Harry Rowe is going strong on violets and expects a heavy demand. He is well prepared with pretty and attractive boxes and hampers and the usual paraphernalia of St. Valentine's day. H. R. Hughes at West Van Buren street has celebrated St. Valentine's day by putting out one of his illus- trated stories, this time addressed to the "West Side Bachelors" with a sub- title "and married men." It is illus- trated with a cut of an attractive girl holding a rose which is a little on the fashion plate order and a happy look- ing individual taking one of Hughes' valentine boxes of flowers to his wife • — or sweetheart — it is not quite clear which. Anyway, it is good advertising and Mr. Hughes deserves the greatest credit for the trouble and expense he goes to along this line. Incidentally we may mention his excellent window and store display for Lincoln's birth- day, the old frame house and rail fence being well done. These shows are a never ending source of interest to passers-by and cause his store to be talked about, and this is what he wants. An Open Letter. Ed. American Florist: — Having been a reader of the American Florist for several years, keeping in touch with the advance- ment in the trade through such a val- uable paper, I appreciate the wide- spread publication of opinion granted to its readers whereby all may benefit by some advice given through its col- umns. During the past year, many new varieties of carnations have been orig- inated and disseminated. Descriptions are given by the originators which naturally call attention to some spe- cial feature of flowers or the vigor of growth, their productiveness, etc. Every grower Whose object is to ad- vance, naturally desires to procure the variety which will yield the largest crop and the best quality under gen- eral conditions. As each season brings forth its new varieties many additions are required, but in the course of a year most of these are never heard from again. Many good varieties pass that are never heard of by the small grower who plants say 6,000 carna- tions as stock. He needs all the space available to devote to special varieties that his trade demands, consequently he never has a chance to try the new varieties that appear each year. There is only one solution to the problem as it appears, one that guar- antees absolute surety, and the advice received from such a source would be invaluable to the small as well as to the large grower. It is the experiment stations. They exist in every state and it is right here a variety test should be carried on to benefit every florist. They could judge for themselves the good qualities as well as the poor qual- ities of the many new kinds. It would not be one man's opinion but that of many, as the florists could see them growing at all times and judge for themselves in making a final decision. The stations are established for the benefit of the florist as well as the farmer, yet how few ever seek the ad- vice that would be beneficial to them. Most sit back after having paid their taxes and become pessimistic if an ex- periment station is mentioned. Some claim it cannot benefit them because it does not pursue special lines in hor- ticulture. This may be true, but we each pay a tax that demands the crea- tion of a department in floriculture. Don't let this slip your minds. Meet- ings are held in many cities, but very seldom is an experiment station given consideration or seldom is news forth- coming that florists have visited them. It takes just a simple movement among the growers who are really interested in their own welfare to get together and have a talk with their representa- tive in the legislature to bring about the necessary requirements to assist their interests. We might ask, in concluding, "What does an experiment station really mean to us?" The answer is very sim- ple: It is the best bureau of practical information we can get. Still there seems to be a misunderstanding among the growers who have had life experi- ence in the business and who feel they need no advice. We are never too old to learn to accept advice that will cor- rect an error that may mean great financial loss to us. Co-operation is needed and this we must have if our object is to advance. The experiment r;tation would not only be the place to test varieties of plants, but to dissemi- nate broadcast the knowledge of com- mercial fertilizers and their effects when applied under artificial heat. This alone would mean valuable serv- ice for a little time spent among us at our meetings, getting together to for- ward a petition lo the legislature de- manding a reasonable return for our taxes. Wo are falling behind each day we neglect this duty. How many of us have a peculiar soil to deal with in growing our stock year after year? The same poor results coming each season. Some will pay a chemist to analyze the soil to determine the cause of such hard luck. Right here is a loss of money even though it be a small consideration. What is our ex- periment station chemist for? He is paid to give us the same service as the farmer. How many use him? There are a great many other points that would be interesting that cannot be touched on at this time, but every florist owes it to himself and his own welfare to give this subject considera- tion before passing it up, for all it costs is a few names added to a peti- tion to fill their needs. The assistance is waiting for the asking. What are we growers going to do about it? D. Manley Jobbins, FRAMINGHAM, MASS. — During the last year S. J. Goddard added 10,000 square feet to his glass area. ORANGE, N. J. — F. C. Read's green- houses at Chapel street were damaged by fire, which started in the furnace January 30. There was no insurance. PORTLAND, Ore. — The E. J. Harmon Co. has been incorporated, with capi- tal stock $10,000, "for producing and dealing in seeds, bulbs, plants, etc." E. J. Harmon is president, Mabel I. Hayes, treasurer. FALL RIVER, Mass. — The G. L. Free- man Co. has been incorporated, to deal in flowers, with $30,000 capital stock in 300 shares of $100 each. The oSicers are G. L. Freeman, president, and Wm'. E. Braley, treasurer, the di- rectors being the president, treasurer and E. F. Hoffenreffer. 114 The American Florist. Feb 12, National Association of Gardeners. The preliminary premium list for the anijual flower show and conven- tion of the National Association of Gardeners to be held at Philadelphia. March 15-17, has just been issued. Numerous prizes are offered for car- nations, roses, bulbs, tubers, orchids and miscellaneous, the donors includ- ing Robert Craig Co., Philadelphia. Pa.; F. R. Pierson Co., Tarrytown. N. Y.. Peter Henderson & Co., Now York; Rickards Bros., New York; Benjamin Hammond, Fishkill. N. Y. ; Bobbink & Atkins, Rutherford, N. J.; Hitchings & Co., New York; Ellwan- ger & Barry, Rochester, N. Y.; P. H. Goodsell, New York; Weathered Co., New York; Lager & Hurrel, Sumriiit. N. J.; Julius Roehrs Co., Rutherford, N. J.; Joseph A. Manda, West Or- ange. N. J.; J. T. Withers, Jersey City, N. J.; Lord & Burnham Co., New York; Wilson Plant Oil & Fertilizer Co.. Chatham, N. J.; W. Atlee Burpee. Phil- adelphia, Pa.; Burnett Bros., New York, and W. & T. Smith Co., Geneva, N. Y. The exhibition will be held in con- nection with the spring show of the Pennsylvania Horticultural Society. Robt. Craig, Wm. Turner and Chas. H. Totty will officiate as judges. The- officers of the society are as follows: Wm. Kleinheinz, 0«ontz, Pa., presi- dent; James Bell, Garrison, N. Y., and A. J. Smith, Geneva, N. Y., vice presi- dents; Chas. Dumper. Bay Shore, L. I.. N. Y.. treasurer; W. E. Maynard, New Yorlc. secrctai'y; Edwin Jas. Day, West Philadelphia. Pa., assistant sec- retary. The members of the execu- tive committee are: Wm. Kleinheinz. Chas. Dumper, James Bell, Jnlm Shore and W. E. Maynard. New Water Lily Pond at Kew. Outside Museum No. 2 and between that building and the melon ground a new water lily tank has been built in the open air on the site that for years has been devoted to medicinal plants at Kew. The pond itself is sunk two or three feet below the general level of the surrounding garden and is approached from several points by steps. The pond is severe in outline, with stone banking and a cement bottom. Hot water pipes run all around and through the pond so that the temperature of the water may be kept at a certain point if necessary. Only the choicest varie- ties of hardy or half-hardy water lilies are grown here and the fact that a government establishment like Kew has gone to the expense of construct- ing the pond, is in itself an indication of the popularity of these nymphaeas. Many of the large private gardens in England have had open air tanks constructed for -the culture of these plants and during the summer months ingenious exhibits are made at many of the shows. Temporary tanks are improvised out of tarpaulins placed in shallow wooden tanks and when these are filled with six inches or one foot of , water and planted with nymphseas and other aquatics they give a realistic effect to the herbace- ous groups, or dwarf trees and shrubs planted on the artificial banks. W. THE C ARNA TION. "Cakola, a deep crimson carnation, is in small supply in the Covent Gar- den Market, London, and will super- sede Harlowardon and Roosevelt," says the Horticultural Advertiser. HoosiER Lad, Dorner's fine scarlet, winner of the gold medal at the Pitts- burg convention of the American Car- nation Society, does not bloom freely and on this account is not likely to be offered to the trade. Carnation Culture. For use in funeral decorations and other display work, carnation flow- ers should be of good quality, and to produce such, the propagation and culture of the plants producing them and the gathering and care of the flowers after being grown, must be carefully and properly attended to, Wm. Kleinheinz. Prosidi-nt National .'Kssociation of Gardi-ners. necessitating unflagging attention on the part of the grower. This is not alone the case with the carnation plants and flowers, said W. T. Bell in a paper read at the recent convention of the American Carnation Society, but applies as well to all the stock in the florist's domain, a fact which all plantsmen do not seem to appreciate. If eternal vigilance is the price of lib- erty, it is no less the price of good plants and flowers and the difference in the success of different florists may generally bo ascribed to the continuous care bestowed on his stock by the successful grower, and tlie intermit- te'it care and partial neglect in this respect of his less successful neigh- bor. PROPAGATION — OLD AND NEW METHODS. There are different ways of propa- gating carnations, and the older Eng- lish authorities seein to have preferred layering, which is necessarily a very slow method, and is practically un- known in this country. Another means that they practiced was propa- gation by pipings, which were practic- ally the same as our cuttings, and the ilii-ections for the operation are as fol- lows: "Prepare as many pots as are wanted. Fill them nearly full of compost, and the remaining space with silver sand. Prepare the pipings, by cutting off a stem quite smooth at the third joint, then carefully split the joint just through and Insert the pip- ings in the sand." How would our growers, who propa- gate carnations by the million, like to be confined to the slow and tedious method just outlined? Undoubtedly their patience and their pots, with some of the other material mentioned, would soon become exhausted. Judg- ing from the directions concerning many of, the horticultural operations described in the English works on gardening, and especially those of an early date, silver sand was a very im- portant substance in the gardener's equipment, and, while it is a very nice and cleanly materia! to work with, we have proved by long practice that it is not indispensible. The best material from which to make carnation cuttings are tlie shoots springing from the sides of the flow- ering stems, but taken before they are old enough to have developed the three joints mentioned in the direc- tions concerning pipings, just read. These will make better plants than (he tips of terminal stems, such as are produced on young plants, and which are sometimes used. Cuttings should never be taken froin plants showing any signs of disease, such as yellow or spotted foliage, notwithstanding tlie temptation to do so, in the case of varieties that it is desired to in- crease to the limit. PREPARATIOX OF THE CUTTINGS. Only so many cuttings should be taken off at once as can be prepared before they show any symptoms of wilting. They should be handled at a distance from stoves or hot pipes, and not in briglit sunshine, and it will do no harm to freshen theni by a gentle spray of cold water, if it seems necessary. While some growers in- sert the cuttings in the sand almost in the condition in which they are taken from the plants, it is very much better to prepare them first by ju- dicious pruning, as follows: Pull off two or three of the lowest leaves, but without removing too much of the substance of tlie stem of the cutting, then, with a sharp knife, shorten any of the remaining leaves that are long enough to require it, leaving from one to two inches of the base of each leaf. THE PROPAGATING BENCH. The cutting bench should have been prepared in advance, with three or four inches of clean, sharp sand, free from loam, or any vegetable substance, and should bo provided with some means of keeping up a gentle under heat. It is tlie practice of some of the best propagators, and a very good one, too. to i-enew the cutting bench with fresli sand after each lot of cut- tings have been taken out, but it is a laborious operation, and is not abso- lutely necessary. If the sand is stirred and loosened and thoroughly soaked with boiling water, applied with a watering can having a spray hose on the spout, so as to destroy any fungoid growths it may be used for igio. The American Florist. 115 BENCHES OF NEW CARNATION, BRIGHT SPOT, AT NIC. ZWEIFEL'S, NORTH MILWAUKEE, A Fine Seedling of Lawson Habit But Brighter in Color and With Better Stem. WIS. a number of times with safety, as has been proved by actual experiment. INSEKTIXG THE CUTTINGS. In preparing the bench to receive the cuttings, the sand, which should have been thoroughly watered some time previously, should be firmed by using a clean brick, or something simi- lar, and scored for each row of cut- tings with a table knife. If the cut- tings have been properly trimmed, the rows should be about two inches apart and the cuttings placed one-half or three-quarters of an inch apart in the rows. They should be inserted from one-half to one inch deep, depending somewhat on the condition of the sand and the character of the cut- tings, and should be firmed by press- ure of the finger and thumb on the sand during the operation of setting them, which may soon be learned. As soon as a lot are set, they should be given a good watering, with a can as recommended for scalding the bench and should never be allowed to - get so dry that the sand becomes light- colored and dry to the touch, or the cuttings show any signs of wilting. The watering should be done, if pos- sible, during bright days and in the morning. While the bench should have all the light it will bear without injury to the cuttings by making them wilt, it will be necessary to shade ii from bright sunlight, at least until the cuttings have become so thor- oughly established that sunshine does not harm them. POTTIKG. As soon as the cuttings have formed roots half an inch in length, they should be potted in 2-inch pots, using a good quality of potting soil, with little or no fertilizer in it, and firming the plants well in the pots. This course is preferable to planting the cuttings in trays or boxes of soil, a plan followed by many growers. The plants should then be placed in a rather cool, well-lighted house, hav- ing about the same temperature as that in which the cuttings were rooted, and one in which top ventila- tion can be given when needed. For a short time at first they will require to be shaded from bright sunshine, but the shading should be dispensed with as soon as possible. M'.\TERING. One of the most important things requiring attention at this stage of the growth of the plants is the watering. They should never be allowed to get quite dry, and, on the other hand, should never be watered while the soil is wet, as neglect or carelessness in this respect is likely to lay the foundation or sow the seeds of future stem rot. This operation should be in charge of the most experienced and careful person employed in the estab- lishment, and if the watering is done with a hose, it should have a nozzle furnished with a spray rose, having a flat and not a convex surface, per- forated with very small holes. To water plants as it should be done is one of the most difficult things to teach a beginner, and should never be entrusted to any one who cannot do it properly. A careful and experi- enced man knows by looking at plants when they need water, and how much they need. While probably a majority of plants- men use an open hose to water with, regulating the amount of the flow with the end of the finger, this is not nearly as good a plan as to use the spray nozzle, as recommended for the newly-potted carnation plants. The flat perforated surface of the rose concentrates the spray, while a con- vex surface would cause it to be too much scattered, so that it is difficult to apply the water just where it is needed, without wetting other plants standing near, that may not require irrigation at the time. For general greenhouse use, the perforations in the rose should not be very large. \VEEDING AND FUMIGATION. Weeds should not be permitted to grow among the young carnation plants, and fumigation must be at- tended to regularly, to keep down aphis, while the under side of the fo- liage should be sprayed with a good force of water to keep the plants free from red spider. As soon as the stems attain the proper height, say five inches, they should be stopped, which will induce the formation of side shoots and when the pots are well filled with roots, the plants should be repotted into 3-inch pots and so on to 4-5 inch pots, for those that are to be benched from pots. 116 The American Florist. Feb. 12, THE ROSE. Cultural Notes. The rose grower at this time should be very careful when taking cuttings not to strip the plants too closely, as they are likely to remain almost at a standstill if this occurs. If the plants are vigorous and making rapid growth, cuttings will be easy to take in some quantity, and very often to the advantage of the plants they are taken from, provided, some judgment is used when removing the wood, cut- ting off the growth at a joint that is likely to break into stronger growth through the pruning process. It is too early to attempt anything in the way of a heavy mulch, although if the plants require a topdressing of some kind, a light dressing of fresh soil to which has been added some finely pulverized sheep or cow manure, about half and half, put on loosely, barely covering the soil. This will give the surface roots something to •work on until later, when they will re- quire a heavier mulch, and this will encourage new strong growth. Liquid manure should now be used at full strength on all vigorous plants. If there should be a house that has slowed down, or in a semi-dormant condition, showing a tendency to go to sleep — try running it a little drier and cooler for several weeks until they begin to break again. A house in this condition, often the result of cut- ting a heavy crop, will require fre- quent syringing. One cannot overdo the syringing on bright days at this season, using all the pressure obtain- able and care in spraying up through the foliage to loosen up the red spider. During a long spell of cloudy weather raise the ventilators daily as far as possible to prevent chilling the plants. The plants require as much fresh air or more on cloudy days to prevent them growing soft. In order to keep the plants free of spider and to get the full benefit of spraying, they must be kept tied back. Frequently, where a plant now and then hangs over the walks, or where they are overhanging a coil of hot steam pipes for the want of tieing, red spider gets a strong foothold, and then it be- comes almost an impossibility to dis- lodge it. While we are waiting for the cut- tings to root, it would be a good idea to have a bench prepared to receive them; remember, the best location in a bright, airy house is none too good for the young stock, for this will require full sunshine after the first week when potted. About an inch of screened coal ashes should be placed on the bench that is to receive them, and they should be given a good soaking and then packed firmly before placing the plants on them. Never plunge pot roses in the ashes, as they will dry out slowly enough with- out doing this. Then, as the plants will require shading for several days, or until they begin to make roots, a few shades (or as many as may be re- quired) should be got in readiness. Button cloth (the cheapest grade) can be tacked to light frames and placed about a foot above the plants. A few laths tacked to the sides of table will make a handy support for the shades. And shading of this kind can be re- moved quickly at any time and they will answer for shading for many other things that require it throughout the season. The soil for potting the cuttings can be prepared now. It should be a good compost, fresh, good, heavy sod soil containing considerable fiber, to which has been added some good well-rotted cow manure. One part manure to three parts soil is about right, screened through half-inch mesh, rubbing the sod through the sieve carefully to get the fiber; 2 14 -inch pots will answer for most of the cuttings unless there may be some exceptionally strong stock In the sand of American Beauty. For these a 2% -inch pot is preferable. Do not let the cuttings stay too long in the sand, pot them off when the roots are about half an inch in length, and when potting them take plenty of time, keep the roots well up towards the top of the pot, and pot firmly. Water them in small lots to prevent them from becoming wilted before watering; also shade as soon as they are watered, downspraying them over- head on bright days until they are able to take another thorough water- ing. E. Rose Foliage Falling;. Ed. American Flobist: — I am sending you some leaves of Bride rose to determine the cause of their dropping heavily for the last four weeks. About a month ago we had a night fireman who was caught asleep three times during his two weeks' employ. Of course the houses went down to 48°. Would that sudden change cause the leaves to drop even one month after he left? The house is so situated that it does not get the sun until 10:30 a. m., and is shaded again about 3:30 p. m. I keep the beds rather on the dry side, syringe only on very bright days, on account of its early shadows, and the roses, as far as I know, are doing well. They had given me good crops ever since fall and have been budding and bloom- ing pretty heavily before Christmas. Every plant is throwing up shoots from 2 to 2% feet, sturdy, healthy looking canes, with good, dark green foliage on them, and fair sized blooms. Some are bull headed. Why? Is it the fault of the past treatment, the conditions of the house, or my ignor- ance? Either way I will try to im- prove it, if you will tell me what to do and determine the disease, if any. H. J. P. We are inclined to blame the drop in the temperature for some of your trouble, for the leaves, with the ex- ception of a little red spider on some of them, appear perfectly healthy and, considering the limited amount of sun the house receives, fairly well con- solidated. Beyond spraying with a fine nozzle for the red spider, taking espe- cial care of any dry corner near the heating pipes, we would advise very little overhead watering and certainly would never spray at all unless the leaves become quite dry by nightfall. To counteract the loss of sunshine at this time of year keep the glass per- fectly clear and turn on sufficient heat to allow of some ventilation at least early in the morning without lower- ing the temperature below 58°-60° rising gradually until the sun reaches the house. Use considerable judgment in watering at th? roots for with the loss of foliage these are apt to be less active for a time until nature has restored the balance between root and branch. It is probably this lack of root action that is causing the bull- head roses. If a house is at command that obtains a better share of sun- light we would advise its use for the roses at future plantings, growing ferns, asparagus, smilax or some other green crop in the one now devoted to Bride. But we think that with due care along the lines indicated the roses will grow out of their trouble and it will prob- ably not occur again if a regular tem- perature and proper atmospheric con- ditions are maintained. G. New York and N. J. Plant Growers' Ass'n, SECOND ANNUAL BANQUET. On the night of February 2 a "mer- rie companie," members of the above association, with their wives, daugh- 1 ters and other friends, gathered in one of the fijie banquet halls of the Hotel Astor. This hotel is noted for its good cheer and good living and the menu for this event was all that could be desired. There was excellent music and fine floral decorations. Julius Roehrs, Jr., president of the associa- tion, made a brief speech welcoming the guests and introducing Fred L. Atkins, of Bobbink & Atkins, as toast- master. Mr. Atkins is a clever speaker and always talks interestingly. In opening he referred in a feeling man- ner to the deaths during the past year of John Scott,. E. V. Hallock and Her- man Dreyer, all members of that as- sociation. Anton Schultheis, F. R. Pierson, president of the S. A. F.. A. L. Miller, president of the New York Florists' Club, and President Roehrs of the as- sociation all talked interestingly on the advantages of organization and co- operation. Other interesting speakers were: Herman C. Steinhoff, treasurer of the association, John G. Esler, A. J. Guttman, W. J. Elliott, Louis Du- puy, Wm. H. Siebrecht, Sr., Wm. H. Siebrecht, Jr., secretary of the asso- ciation, Louis Schmutz and Wm. J. Stewart of Boston. Mr. Stewart made an earnest appeal on behalf of the National Flower Show to be held next year. He mentioned some of the de- lights of Boston, but said nothing about the sacred codfish, which is their mascot over there. Briefly stat- ed, the gathering was very enjoyable and very creditable to officers and members of the association. Plant growing has come to be recognized as a separate and distinct branch of horticulture and the fraternal spirit shown by the members of this asso- ciation was good to see. Bridgeport, Conn. — ^Wm. Pinchbeck is building a store in connection with his greenhouses. WHEELING, W. Va. — John Dieck- mann intends building two large, mod- ern greenhouses at his establishment at Park View. Santa Rosa, Calif. — An explosion of the boiler at Rudolph Spreckel's greenhouses caused a fire which re- sulted in $5,000 damage, January 29. Fred Renzone, the gardener, had only just left. Distillate was used for fuel and it is thought there was a leakage in the supply pipes. IQIO. The American Florist. 117 > z a c w H o 11 H •X PI z < o > z o z w w w ■< ■0 r > z H O o w o o > H O z > H •X w M o H W r H O z w ■< o ?• w u G > JO ■< 118 The American Florist. Feb 12' Illinois State Florists' Association. THE COXVEXTIOX I'ROGEAJISIE. Arrangements for the meeting of the Illinois Florists' Association at the University of Illinois, Champaign and Urbana, February 15 and 16, are prac- tically completed and, according to C. E. Gullett, of Lincoln, president of the society, the convention this year is to bg the best of the association. The sessions ■will be of unusual inter- est to local people, for the question of selecting the University of Illinois as the permanent meeting place will be vigorously contested. Then, too, the officers are making great arrange- of the first day's session will be one by Prof. J. C. Blair, on 'The Value of the Experiment Station to the Flor- ists, and the Duty of the Florists to the Station.' The banquet will fol- low - at the Beardsley, with a pro- gramme of after dinner speeches to be arranged by the local committees of the twin cities. "On Wednesday morning, the first address will be held in the interests of the newly organized Illinois Out- door Improvement Association, and will be delivered by Prof. J. W. Gar- ner of the department of political sci- ence of the university, and member of the board of directors of the Illi- . un 1 v'l Warn n EXPERIMENT STATION GREENHOUSES. URBANA. ILL, ments for a floral display such as has never been witnessed in this part of the state. President Gullett says: "In common with the other officers I am putting forth exceptional efforts to make this the greatest convention in point of attendance and excellence of programme which our association has ever held. I think there are rea- sons why the florists of the state will back up our efforts and make it such. In the large and representative at- tendance of young men and women from all parts of Illinois and sur- rounding states, we recognize an op- portunity of immense educational value to our business. For that rea- son we are urging the florists to send larger and better displays of cut flow- er stock than we have been able to stage in other years, and we feel very hopeful that they will respond. The exhibition will be held in the foyer of the beautiful auditorium on the cam- pus. The sessions of the convention will be held in Morrow hall in the Agricultural building. Convention headquarters will be at the Beardsley hotel, where all florists will be asked to register during their stay in the twin cities, and where the banquet will be served on the evening of Feb- ruary 15. ADDBE.SS BY PRESIDENT JAMES. "The first day's session will be opened with an address by President Edmund J. James, of the University of Illinois, to which a response will be made on behalf of the florists by Phil. J. Foley of the Foley Manufac- turing Co., Chicago. Mr. Foley de- signed the model greenhouses of the State Experiment Station, in the grounds of the horticultural depart- ment of the university. Reports of the various state officers will follow, supplemented by a report of the sec- retary of the advisory committee of the experiment station, Willis N. Rudd of Chicago. The last of the addresses nois Outdoor Improvement Associa- tion, Following this an address on 'The Cut Flower Industry' will be de- livered by C. Li. Washburn of Chi- cago. It is expected that a fraternal address will be given by E. G. Hill of Richmond, Ind., but he has not been definitely heard from as yet. The closing formal address will be given by Prof. H. B. Dorner of the experi- ment station, who always has a help- ful message on the practical side of the work to present to the florists. Routine w-ork, including the report of the auditing committee, unfinished and new business, question box, election of officers, locating of next annual convention, etc., will complete the session. The exhibition will be open to the public and everybody will be welcome to attend from 7:00 p. m. to 10:00 p. m., Tuesday, February 15, and from 9:00 a. m. to 12:00 noon, Wdenesday, February 16. OD.JKCTS OF THE ASSOCIATION. "The objects of this a.ssociation are to promote in all possible ways the art of floriculture, ornamental horti- culture, and gardening under glass, including educational and ' civic im- jirovement benefits arising therefrom: and for making researches into dis- eases of ornamental plants and green- . house vegetables, suggesting reme- dies, etc. The officers of the Illinois Florists' As.s-.ociation are: G. E. Gul- lett. Lincoln, president: George • B. Franks. Champaign, vice-president; J. F. Ammann, Edwardsville, secretary; Frank L. Washburn, Bloomington, treasurer. "The society was organized at Peoria in March, 1906. held its first convention at Bloomington, in Febru- ary, 1907; its second and third con- ventions in Springfield, in February, 1908 and 1909, and will at the next session consider an amendment to the constitution to locate the convention permanently at the seat of the Uni- versity of Illinois, on account of the value to the florists of an annual visit to the experiment station. It is known, however, that this resolution will be actively opposed." National Council of Horticulture. The National Council of Horticul- ture held a meeting at the Auditorium Annex, Chicago, January 17. There were present C. B. Kendel and C. Cropp from the American Seed Trade Association; E. D. Smith and W. N. Rudd from the Society of American Florists: J. H. Burdett of the Press Bureau service; J. C. Vaughan, chair- man, and H. C. Irish, secretary. Let- ters or telegrams were read from J. Horace McFarland, J. Otto Thilow, F. R. Pierson and C. L. Watrous. The term as delegates at large of Professors W. B. Alwood, S. A. Beach and S. B. Green having expired, Pro- fessors Alwood and Beach were elected to succeed themselves and Professor J. C. Blair of Urbana. IH.. was elected to succeed Professor Green. It was announced that C. Cropp and C. E. Kendel were the authorized represen- tatives in the council from the Ameri- can Seed Trade Association, J. Otto Thilow. E. D. Smith and W. N. Rudd from the Society of American Flor- EXPERIMENT STATION GREENHOUSES, URBANA, ILL. Interior of House No. 2 at the Floriciiltiiral Range. igio. The American Florist. 119 C. E. Gulleit. President. Geo. B. Franks, First Vice-President. F. L. Washburn, Treasurer. Dr. S. A. Forbes. J. F. Ammann, Secretary. A. C. Brown, Second Vice-President. Prof. J. C. Blair. Dean Davenport. Prof. H. B. Dorner. OFFICERS ILLINOIS STATE FLORISTS' ASSOCIATION AND FXPERIMENT STATION OFFICERS. 120 The American Florist. Feb. 12, ists; C. L. Watrous and Guy A. Bryant from ' the American Association of Nurserymen; H. S. Watson and J. F. Wilson from the National Nut Grow- ers'' Association. The secretary re- ported $183.22 on hand and $200 available from the American Seed Trade Association or a total of $383.22 for the current year's work. J. H. Burdett made a report of the press bureau work in which he says: "By keeping faith with the newspapers of the country for several years, dis- tributing articles which are interesting to the general reader, and at the same time free from suspicion of being ad- vertising matter for any particular ar-" tide or firm, the Council of Horticul- ture has won a most valuable good will. The greatest newspapers in the country accept the articles with con- fidence in their freedom from that free advertising taint for which news- papers are always on the lookout. All the matter sent out by the council is printed in a great number of papers. The Chicago Daily News has printed every article sent out by the council in the last three years, and given each article a characteristic heading, cred- iting it to the council. The same meth- od is followed by many other dailies. The service last spring was sent to 500 newspapers and news bureaus, and by the latter it was sent in the form of 'boiler plate' to several thousand coun- try weeklies and small dailies. The position of authority which the coun- cil has obtained with these newspa- pei's and and bureaus should maintain- ed by keeping up the press service. There is no room for doubt that the publicity given to hoi'ticulture by the bureau is worth many times its cost." The possibility of instituting a paid service was suggested but after a fur- ther discussion it was thought inad- visable to do so at this time. After further discussion the secretary was instructed to ask the assistance of ex- perts in the preparation of articles and to arrange a schedule for their distri- bution as soon as practicable. Some GO subjects were suggested, one-half of which the members present pledged to prepare. It was arranged to send out at least 10 installments this spring beginning the latter part, of February. H. C. Irish, Sec'y. MARTINSVII.LE, IND. — Chas. Trow- bridge, an employe of the Martinsville Floral Co., and Miss Edna Opal Ba- ker, were married January 28. To Be Done Now. IN THE GKEENHOUSES. Cover all seeds, directly they are sown, with paper or some other mate- rial. In nearly all cases they germi- nate more freely in total darkness than in light. Soot water, clarified and used regu- larly in a dilute state, is about the best stimulant for foliage plants, im- proving the color of the leaves very rapidly. Every bright day spray forcibly any plants that may be ever so slightly attacked by red spider and any doubt- ful places near the heating pipes in the rose house. "Make haste slowly" is good advice for growers of tuberous rooted bego- The Late Eugene Dii;mer. nias at the beginning of the' season.. Never pinch geraniums at the flow- ering joint — always one above or one below. Spirea Japonica can be hastened at this time by the application of heat. See that the roots are kept always moist. The spikes of Odontoglossum citro- smum will soon be showing in the tips of the new growth. When this occurs give the plants a through soaking of water but not before. Geraniums are often injured at this time by being left in the small pots too long. Keep them in cultivation. Pot the leaf cuttings of Begonia Gloire de Lorraine as soon as they be- gin to grow and insert a later batch. OUTDOOES. Look over the shrubs and trees in storage and see that they are not dry- ing unduly. Where rhubarb is wanted early without lifting or forcing a good thick- ness of strawy manure laid over the crowns will forward it some. Burning is a good way of disposing of any weed infested soil and rubbish of a like nature. The resulting ashes form a most usefu fertilizer. Screening ashes and clinkers to vari- ous sizes for different use and throw- ing out any coal or half burned cin- ders makes good cold weather work for the help. Where there are herbaceous plants in protectors look over them on mild days and remove anything of a decay- ing nature. From now on they must have air except during the very cold- est weather. Frequent turning for at least two weeks is necessary in the preparation of manure for hotbeds or mushroom growing. Manure hastily prepared soon loses its heat. Concrete has so many uses now that all spare time in winter might well be spent in preparing it in its various forms. There seems to be no end to the various Uses this material can be put to when properly reinforced. Do not allow bulb flats to lay around after being emptied. Keep them piled up neatly where they can be got at easily and repair any that need it. Many of them will be wanted for seed before long. OBITUARY. Eugrenc Dicmer. We regret to announce the death of Eugene Diemer, 'of the Diemer Floral Co., St. Louis, Mo.,' after a lingering illness. He was in the prime of life — aged 39 years. Many floral offerings were sent to his funeral, including designs from the wholesale houses. The widow will carry on the business, as the trade is well established. W. F. Henry A. Stone. Henry A. Stone, Kingston, N. T., died January 29 at his home, he hav- ing suffered for the last five years with rheumatism and heart weakness. Mr. Stone was born in New York in 1837 and early became interested in garden- ing and kindred work. He started to build greenhouses in Kingston in 1867 and was the pioneer violet grower of the state. For some time he disposed of his own cut in the New York mar- ket as a wholesaler and was known as the "violet king." He is survived by his wife and fi>vir children. NATIONAL FLOWER SHOW To Be Held in Boston, Mass., March, 1911. Preliminary Premium List. Miscellaneous Flowering Plants. 1st 2na Acacias — IS plants, not less than 4 varieties $60.00 $40.00 6 plants, not less than 3 varieties 30.00 20.00 3 plants, one or more varieties. . . 20.00 15.00 Acacia pubescens — Specimen plant 25.00 15.00 Acacia paradoxa — Specimen plant 15.00 10.00 Acacia — Any other species or variety, speci- men 15.00 10.00 Allamanda — Specimen plant, any variety... 15.00 10.00 Amaryllis — 36 plants, not less than IS va- rieties 35.00 25.00 Amaryllis — 12 plants, not less than 9 va- rieties 15.00 10.00 Anthurium — 6 plants, not less than 3 va- rieties 25.00 15.00 Anthurium — Specimen plant 10.00 5.00 Antirrhinum — 12 plants in variety 10.00 5,00 Azalea Indica — 24 plants, not less than C varieties 75.00 50.00 Azalea Indica — 12 plants, not less than C varieties 50.00 30.00 Azalea Indica — 6 plants, not less than 3 va- rieties Azalea Indica — 3 plants, not less than 3 va- rieties Azalea Indica — Specimen plant, pink or rose . '. Azalea. Indica — Specimen plant, white Azalea Indica — Specimen plant, any other ^ color Azalea Mollis — 12 plants, not less than 4 colors Azalea pontica or rustica — 12 plants, not less than 4 varieties Begonia Gloire de Lorraine — 6 plants Begonias, Flowering — 6 plants, 6 varieties.. Boronia — 6 plants, not less than 2 varieties. BougainvlUea — 6 plants Specimen plant Calceolaria, shrubby — 6 plants Calceolaria, hybrida — 6 plants 1st 2nd 3rd 2j.00 15.00 •no.oo 15.00 10.00 5.00 15.00 15.00 10.00 10.00 6.00 5.00 15.00 10.00 5.00 25.00 15.00 25.00 15.00 15.00 15.00 15.00 25.00 16.00 10.00 10.00 10.00 15.00 10.00 V.OO 15.00 15.00 10.00 10.00 igio. The American Florist. 121 1st Camellia — 12 plants, not less than 6 var.... 35.00 6 plants, not less than 3 var.... 25.00 Specimen plant 25.00 Carnations — 12 plants in pots 15.00 Cineraria hj-brida — 6 plants 15.00 Cineraria stellata — 6 plants 15.00 Clerodendron — Specimen plant 15.00 Crassula Coccinea — 3 plants 15.00 Cyclamen — 36 plants 50.00 12 plants 20.00 Chorozema — 4 plants 25.00 Specimen plant 15.00 Erica — 24 plants, not less than 6 var 50.00 6 plants, not less than 3 var 20.00 Erica melathera — 6 plants 20.00 Erica, any species — Specimen plant 15.00 Flowering- Shrubs — 12 plants, standard, or tree form, in not less than 6 varieties... 30.00 Fuchsia — 6 plants, not less than 6 var. 15.00 Specimen plant 10.00 Gardenia — 6 plants 15.00 Specimen plant 10.00 Genista — 12 plants 35.00 6 plants 20.00 Specimen plant 15.00 Flowering Plants — Group arranged for ef- fect, with palms and other foliage plants, to cover not less than 200 square feet 100.00 Forced Shrubs — Group forced shrubs and herbaceous plants (hardy trees and vines admissible) arranged for effect, to cover not less than 300 square feet.... 100. 0'O Hydrangea — 12 plants, not less than 3 var.. 35.00 6 plants, not less than 2 var.. 25.00 Specimen plant 15.00 Lilac — 12 plants, not less than 3 var 25.00 3 plants, one or more vars 10.00 Marguerite — 6 plants, not less than 2 vars.. 15.00 3 plants 10.00 Specimen plant 5.00 Rhododendron — 2 4 plants, not less than 6 varieties 60.00 Rhododendron — 12 plants, not less than 3 varieties 30.00 Rhododendron — Specimen plant, red or crimson 25.00 Rhododendron — Specimen plant, pink or lavender 25.00 Rhododendron — Specimen plant, white or nearly white 25.00 Rhynchospermum — Specimen plant 15.00 Spiraea (Astilbe) — 12 plants, not less than 3 varieties 15.00 Wistaria — Specimen plant 10.00 Geranium (Zonal Pelargonium) — 12 plants. not less than 12 varieties t 15.00 1st Primula Kewensis — 12 plants 10.00 Primula obconica — 12 plants 10.00 Primula — Collection of 24 plants, not less than 6 species 15.00 Schizanthus — G plants 10.00 Bulbs. Hyacinths — S 10-in. pans, distinct varieties.. $25.00 3 10-in. pans, white 10.00 3 10-in. pans, pink and red.... 10.00 3 10-in. pans, light blue 10.00 3 10-in. pans, dark blue 10.00 Hyacinths — 50 single pots, not less than 12 varieties 25.00 Lilies — Display, to cover not less than lOO square feet. Foliage plants may be used for effective arrangement 50.00 Narcissus, Large Trumpet — 12 10-in. pans. 12 varieties 20.00 Narcissus. Short or Medium Trumpet — 12 10-in pans. 12 varieties 15.00 Narcissus — 3 10-in. pans. Glory of Leiden.. 5.00 3 10-in. pans. Bicolor or Victoria .'».00 :> 10-in. pans, Empress 5.00 3 10-in. pans. Emperor 5.00 3 10-in. pans. Golden Spur 5.00 3 10-in. pans, Double Von S'ion. .'..00 3 10-in. pans. Any other double. 5.00 Tulips. Early Single — 15 10-in. pans, dis- tinct varieties 20.00 Tulips, Early Single — S 10-in. pans, distinct varieties 15.00 Tulips. Early Single — 3 10-in. pans, white. . 5.00 Tulips, Early Single — 3 10-in. pans. pink... 5.00 Tulips, Early Single — 3 10-in. pans, scarlet or crimson 5.00 Tulips, Early Single — 3 10-in. pans, yellow. 5.00 Tulips. Early Single — 3 10-in. pans, any oth- er color or colors 5.00 Tulips. Early Double — 6 10-in. pans, not less than 3 varieties 15.00 Tulips, Darwin — 12 10-in. pans. 12 varieties :.'U.00 Tulips, Cottage or Late, other than Dar- win — 12 10-in. pans, 12 varieties 15.00 Miscellaneous collection, arranged for effect, other foliage plants admissible, to cover not less than 150 square feet 50.00 Orchids. 1st Orchids — Collection, to cover not less than 100 square feet, arranged with foliage plants for effect. For commercial grow- ers only $100.00 Orchids — Collection to cover not less than 100 square feet, arranged with foliage plants for effect. For non-commercial growers only 100.00 Orchids — Collection, 12 plants, 12 distinct varieties 50.00 Cattleya Trianae — Specimen plant 25.00 Cattleya Schroederae — Specimen plant 25.00 Cattleya. any other variety — Specimen plant 25.00 Cypripedium — Collection, not less than 25 varieties 50.00 Cypripedium — 6 plants. 6 varieties 25.00 Cypripedium — Specimen, any variety 10.00 Calanthe — G plants in variety 15.00 Coelogyne — 6 plants 25.00 Specimen plant 15.00 Dendrobium — 12 plants, 12 varieties 25.00 2nd 3rd 25.00 15.00 10.00 15.00 10.00 10.00 10.00 5.00 10.00 5.00 10.00 5.00 10.00 30.00 15.00 10.00 15.00 10.00 30.00 15.00 15.'00 10.00 20.00 10.00 5.00 10.00 5.00 25.00 15.00 10.00 10.00 5.00 75.00 25.00 15.00 10.00 15.00 5.00 10.00 . 5.00 3.00 V.OO v. 66 40.00 20.00 15.00 10.00 15.00 10.00 15.00 10.00 10.00 5.00 10.00 5.00 10.00 2nd 6.00 6.00 3rd' 4.00 4.00 10.00 5.00 $15.00 6.00 6.00 6.00 6.00 $10.00 4.00 4.00 4.00 4.00 30.00 15.00 10.00 10.00 3.00 3.00 3.00 3.00 3.00 3.00 3.00 5 no 2.00 11.00 2.00 2,00 2.00 2.00 2.00 15.00 10.00 10.00 3.00 3.00 5.00 2.00 2.00 3.00 3.00 2.00 2.00 3.00 2.00 10.00 15.00 5.00 10.00 10.00 30.00 2nd 3rd $75.00 $50.00 30.00 15.00 10.00 15.00 10.00 15.00 10.00 30.00 15.00 5.00 10.00 15.00 10.00 13.00 1st 2nd 3rd Dendrobium nobile — Specimen plant 10.00 5.00 .... Dendrobium "Wardianum — Specimen plant.. 10.00 5.00 . Dendrobium — Specimen plant, any other variety 10.00 5.00 .... Hybrid Orchid — Specimen plant raised in this country 15.00 10.00 Laelia anceps — Specimen plant 10.00 5.00 Laelia anceps alba — Specimen plant 10.00 5.00 .... Laelia — Specimen plant, any other variety.. 10.00 5.00 .... Odonloglossum — S^iecimen plant, any variety 10.00 5.00 .... Oncidium — Specimen plant, any variety. . . . 10.00 5.00 , ■ • • - Phalaenopsis — Specimen plant, any variety.. 10.00 5.00 .... Vanda — Specimen plant, any variety 10.00 5.00 .... Roses. 1st 2nd 3rd Roses — Display in pots or tubs, any or all classes to occupy not less than 300 square feet, arranged for effect $200.00 $150.00 .... Roses — 12 Climbing or Rambling, 6 or more varieties 60.00 40.00 .... Roses — 6 Climbing or Rambling. 3 or more varieties 30.00 20.00 1st 2nd 3rd Roses — Crimson Rambler. Specimen plant.. $10.00 $ 5.00 .... Lady Gay, specimen plant 10.00 5.00 .... Dorothy Perkins, specimen plant... 10.00 5.00 .... Tausendschon. specimen plant 10.00 5.00 .... Debutante, specimen plant 10.00 5.00 .... Hiawatha, specimen plant 10.00 5.00 .... Roses — Climbing, any other variety, speci- men 10.00 5.00 .... Roses — Baby Rambler, Crimson. 6 plants. . 10.00 5.00 Baby Rambler, Pink, 6 plants 10.00 5.00 .... Baby Rambler, White. 6 plants 10.00 5.00 Roses — Collection of Hybrid Perpetuals. not less than 15 plants, not less than 6 va- rieties 25.00 15.00 Roses — Collection of Standard or Tree Roses, 12 or more plants, 6 or more varieties 25.00 15.00 .... Ferns. 1st 2nd 3rd Adiantum Farleyense — Specimen % 5.00 $ 3.00 % 2.00 Adiantum cuneatum or its variety — ^Specimen 5.00 3.00 2.00 Adiantum — Specimen, any other variety.... 5.00 3.00 2.00 Aspidium — Specimen 10.00 6.00 4.00 Cibotium Schiedei — Specimen 20.00 15.00 10.00 Davallia — Specimen, any variety 15.00 10.00 5.00 Gleichenia — Specimen 10.00 6.00 4.00 Nephrolepis esaltata and Its varieties — Dis- play one of each, pots or pans not to exceed S inches in diameter 25.00 15.00 10.00 Nephrolepis Bostoniensis — Specimen 10.00 6.00 4.00 Nephrolepis Scottii — Specimen 5.00 3.00 2.00 Nephrolepis Piersoni — Specimen 10.00 6.00 4.00 Nephrolepis Piersoni elegantissima — S'peci- men 5.00 3.00 2.00 Nephrolepis Whitmani — Specimen 5.00 3.00 2.00 Nephrolepis — Specimen any other variety 5.00 3.00 2.0O Polypodium, or Goniophlebium — Specimen.. 15.00 10.00 .... Stag Horn Fern — 6 plants, in variety 15.00 10.00 5.00 Specimen, any variety. . .. 5.00 3.00 2.00 Tree Fern — Specimen 25.00 15.00 .... Fern — Specimen, any other variety 10.00 6.00 4.00 Fern — ^Specimen, new variety, not yet in Silver Bronze commerce Medal Medal Falms and Foliage Plants. Areca — Pair $25.00 $15.00 .... Specimen 15.00 10.00 .... Cocos Australis or its varieties — Specimen.. 15.00 10.00 $5.00 Cocos plumosus — Specimen 15.00 10.00 5.00 Kentia Belmoreana — Pair 25.00 15.00 10.00 Specimen 15.00 10.00 5.00 Kentia Forsteriana — Pair 25.00 15.00 10.00 Specimen 15.00 10.00 5,00 Phoenix Roebeleni — Pair 15.00 10.00 5.00 Phoenix rupicola — Specimen 15.00 10.00 5.00 Phoenix Canariensis — Pair 15.00 10.00 5.00 Phoenix reclinata — Pair 15.00 10.00 5.00 Palms — Collection, other than above, 12 plants, 12 varieties 35.00 20.00 .... Bay Trees — Displav 100.00 75.00 .... Pair, pyramidal 15.00 10.00 5.00 Pair, standard 15.00 10.00 5.00 Pair, columnar 15.00 10.00 5,00 Box Trees — Display 75.00 50.00 .... Pair, pyramidal 10.00 5.00 .... Pair, standard 10.00 5.00 Pair, bush 10.00 5.00 .... Araucaria — 6 plants, 3 or more varieties.... 15.00 10.00 5.00 Croton — Display 50.00 35.00 .... Croton — 25 plants, 25 varieties, in not over 6-inch pots 25.00 15.00 .... Croton — 6 plants. 6 varieties 15.00 10,00 .... Cycad — Specimen, any variety 20.00 15.00 Dracaena — 12 plants, 6 or more varieties. . . . 25.00 15.00 10.00 Specimen, green 5.00 3.00 2.00 Specimen, red 5.00 3.00 2.00 Specimen, any other color 5.00 3,00 2.00 Ficus elastica or elastica variegata— Spcmn 10.00 6.00 4.00 Ficus pandurata — Specimen 10.00 6.00 4.00 Heliconia — 4 plants in variety 25.00 15.00 .... Nepenthes — 3 plants, 3 varieties 15.00 10.00 .... Specimen 10.00 5.00 .... Pandanus Veitchii— Specimen 5.00 3.00 2.00 Pandanus — S'pecimen, any other variety 5.00 3.00 2.00 Greenhouse or Stove Foliage Plants — 6 plants. 6 varieties 25.00 15.00 .... Cacti and Other Succulent Plants — Collec- tion, not less than 50 varieties 30.00 20.00 .... Economic Plants — Collection, not less than 30 varieties 50.00 35.00 Banana Tree — Specimen in fruit 10.00 5.00 .... Lemon Tree — Specimen in fruit 10.00 5.00 .... Orange Tree — Specimen in fruit 10.00 5.00 .... Conifers — Collection in pots or tubs, not • less than 25 varieties 75.00 50.00 25.00 Conifers — 6 specimens 30.00 20.00 .... 3 specimens 20.00 15.00 .... 2 specimens 15.00 10.00 .... Single specimen 10.00 5.00 .... Any exhibit of merit not included in above schedule will; be prop- erly recognized, especially any new, rare or meritorious plants. Additions may be made to this schedule later on, if found ad- visable. Cut flower schedule will appear later. 122 The American Florist. Feb. 12, I I The American Florist 1885 Twenty-Fifth Year 1910 Subscription, United States and Mexico $1.00 a year; Canada $2.00; Europe and Countries in Postal Union, $2.50. Subscriptions accepted onlvfrom those in the trade. When sending us change of address always send the old address at the same time. Advertising rates on application. From the first issue the American Florist has accepted only trade advertisements. Advertisements must reach us Tuesday (earlier i possible), as we go to press Wednesday. We do not assume any responsibility for the opinions of our correspondents. Eastern Representatives: A. F. Faulkner, 1133 Broadway, New York, ROBT, KiFT, 1725 ChestnutSt., Philadelphia. Pa, THE AMERICAN FLORIST, 324 Dearborn St.. CHICAGO. THIS ISSUE 56 PAGES WITH COVER. CONTENTS. Half hour chapters for plant growers... IH — Azaleas — Hydrangeas Ill — Pot chrysanthemums Ill — Petunias 112 — Treatment of newly potted plants.... 112 The retail trade j.,,,. ... 112 • — Casket spray of callas (lllus. ) 112 — Wreath of orchids and valley (sup- plement) 112 — Preparing for St. Valentine's day 113 An open letter 113 National Association of Gardeners 114 — Wm. Kleinheinz (portrait) 114 New water lily pond at Kew 114 The carnation 114 — -Carnation culture 114 — Bench of Carnation Bright Spot at Nic. Zweifel's (illus.) 115 The rose IIG — Cultural notes 116 — Rose foliage falling 116 New York and New Jersey Plant Grow- ers' Association (illus.) 116 Illinois State Florists' Association 118 — Experiment station greenhouses (il- lus.) 118 National Council of Horticulture 118 Officers Illinois State Florists' Associa- tion and experiment station officers (portraits) 119 To be done now 120 Obituary 120 — Eugene Diemer (portrait) 120 — Henry A. Stone 120 The American Carnation Society 122 The American Rose Society 122 Dahlias for forcing 122 Chicago 124 — The late John Orseske (portrait) ^4 — The J. B. Deamud cup (illus.) 126 Chicago Florists' Club 126 Philadelphia 128 Boston 128 New York 130 Buffalo 130 Toronto 132 Wichita, Kans 133 Oklahoma City, Okla 134 Cincinnati 134 Norfolk, Va IS."; The seed trade 136 — The proposed pure seed act 136 — Sweet peas in California 136 — New kind of corn from China 136 — Soya bean utilization 137 — Imports 137 — Disease among gladioli 138 Reasons for joining the Rose Society 130 Market gardeners 140 — The midwinter lettuce crop 140 — Prices of Indoor fruits and vegetables 140 The nursery trade 142 — Seedline phloxes 142 — -Nashville 142 — Nut notes 142 St. Louis 144 Pittsburg 14.'; Boston notes 146 Cleveland 14 6 Baltimore 148 Portland. Me 149 Tarrytown. N. Y 156 Our pastimes 159 — At Chicago 159 Yonkers. N. Y 160 Florists' employes are now under the reffulations of the factory act in England. Important to Subscribers. The date on the yellow address label on your copy of The Amebican Florist will show when your subscription ex- pires. Please renew subscription promptly on expiration to malce cer- tain of receiving your copy of each issue. Cold Weather, retarding the growth of nearly all stock, is prevalent in the Santa Barbara (Calif.) district. CORPORATIONS who pay their taxes only under protest cannot get their money returned: it can be got back if tlie law is declared unconstitu- tional only when paid under stress. Good soil and manure have a. high market value in the large greenhouse centers and in some cases it is im- possible to secure adequate supplies, growers being compelled to use infer- ior grades. The fertilizer needs of soil can not be determined by chemical analysis, that process leaving unanswered many questions as to the availability of the constituents. Careful experiment is still the best way to solve the problem. REPLYING to "T. C," we may state that the difference in the old ad valorem and the new specific duties on some items, such as lilies, hya- cinths, narcissi, lily of the valley, etc., is quite considerable. Some dealers, we understand, gave their customers the advantage of the new schedule last year, where the duty was lower, while others took the profits made by the changes in duty. An exhaustive study of the fauna and flora of South America will be made by the Swiss government. The expedition will be under the leader- ship of Dr. Fuhrmann, Neuchatel, and Dr. E. Mayer, an expert in medicine and botany of the same university. The explorers will leave Switzerland for South America on July 1 of this year. The expedition will last a year. It is stated that several English and American men of science intend to join the expedition at their own ex- pense, and their offers have been ac- cepted. American Carnation Society. CARNATION REGISTERED. Niagara — A cross between The Belle and an unknown variety. Pure white, 3 to 3 % inches, a free grower, strong and healthy. A. F. J. Baur, Sec'y. The American Rose Society. The executive committee and other members have held two conferences in New York in regard to the details of the coming spring show at the American Museum of Natural History in that city, March 16-18. The total amount of prizes offered in the sched- ule reaches some $1,500. In conjunc- tion with the rose show the Horticul- tural Society of New York has a pre- liminary prize schedule, the total of which comes to $700. The S. S. Pennock-Meehan Co., of Philadelphia, offer a special prize of $25, to be awarded at tlie discretion of the committee. Moore, Hentz & Nash offer a solid silver cup, valued at $50, for the best six roses, two to be white and four red, pink or yellow, American Beauty excepted. Wm. F. Kasting Co. offers a prize of $25 wherever it can be best used. The Toronto Horticultural Society offers one of its silver and bronze medals. Arthur T. Boddington offers a cash prize of $25. Stumpp & Walter Co. offers a spe- cial prize, for private gardeners only, for 25 Richmond roses, of $10 and $5. A valuable paper is being prepared by W. S. Sibson on "Northern Pacific Coast Roses." The Horticultural Society of New York will issue, jointly with the American Rose Society, the prelimi- nary prize list and rules within a few days. Joseph A. Manda has been ap- pointed superintendent of exhibits. President Poehlmann is urging the Chicago people to make line exhibits in New York. The New England people will be present with the best that they can produce. This exhibition is regarded by some of the strong people in New York as one of public education, at which it is expected thousands will be present. Vice-Presi- dent Pierson, ex-President Simpson and Treasurer May are at work like beavers to insure the practical success of the undertaking. Benjamin Hammond, Sec'y. Dahlias for Forcing. Ed. American Florist: — What are the best dahlias for forc- ing for cut flowers? When is the best time to start them? E. E. Dahlias for forcing can be plante(J at any time provided the roots are in proper condition. However, the best results cannot be had if new roots are planted before December 1 with still better chances at December 15 to 25. Good, well-ripened roots, planted any time after January 1 and given a night temperature of 60° will give far bet- ter results than in the open ground. For Memorial day, roots can be plant- ed as late as March 1 and will continue to bloom until outdoor dahlias flower. Planted in July they will come into bloom just at the best demand ami will sell much better than outdoor flowers not to speak of injury done by early frosts and heavy storms. The following information, sent in reply to an Ohio correspondent, will probably be interesting to "E. E." "Jack Rose is a dwarf short jointed variety of robust constitution, an early and persistent bloomer. Be- sides, it always comes perfectly full at the center. Therefore, pinch out the leading shoot or shoots, (if more than one), when three pairs of leaves have formed. Repeat on the branch or suc- ceeding shoots. When as many shoots as are needed to the plant are pro- duced, begin disbudding, leaving the terminal bud and taking out all lateral buds or shoots far enough down to give the length of stem desired. This system is \-ery hard on both plant and soil, so give a top dressing of any good complete fertilizer to keep up size of flowers as needed. "By tills method the plants will bloom until frost. The stems will aver- age 20 to 30 inches long, slender yet stiff and the flowers will be large. Another advantage, and a most im- portant one, the flowers keep so much longer when cut. For forcing under glass pinch once only and when buds form remove the first two, allow the third to bloom and disbud succeeding or lateral shoots to give length of stem desired; about 18 inches long is usually most profitable. Roots plant- ed now will be in full bloom long be- fore Memorial day." L. K. Peacock. zgio. The American Florist. 123 Meetlng-s Next Week. Baltimore, Md., February 14, 8 p. m. — Gardeners' and Florists Club of Baltimore. Florists* Exchange Hall, St. Paul and Franklin streets. Boston. Mass.. Febrnarr 15.— Gardeners' and Florists' Club of Boston, Horticultural Hall. Cleveland, O.. Febmary 14, 7:30 p. m. — ■ Oeveland Florists' Club, Progress Hall, 2610 Detroit street. Liake Geneva, Wis., February 19, 8 p. m, — Lake Geneva Gardeners' and Foremens' As- sociation. News building. New Orleans, La,, February 13. 2 p. m. — Gardeners' Mutual Protective Association, lis Exchange alley. New Orleans, La., Febmary 17, 8 p. m. — New Orleans Horticultural Society. Kolb's Hall. 127 St. Charles avenue. Newport, B. I., February 16. — Newport Horticultural Society. New York, February 14. 7:30 p, m. — New York Florists' Club, Grand Opera House building. Pasadena, Calif., February 18. 8 p. m. — Pasadena Gardeners' Association. Board of Trade rooms. West Colorado street. Bochester, N. Y., February 14, 8 p. m. — Commercial Florists' Association of Roches- ter. 416 Cutler building. Salt I.ake City, Utah, Febmary 15 Salt Lake Florists' Club. Huddart Floral Co., 114 East Second South street. Scranton, Pa., February 18. 7:30 p. m. — Seranton Florists' Club, Guernsev building. Seattle, Wash.. February 15. — Seattle Flor- ists' Association. Chamber of Commerce. Second avenue and Columbia streets. Springfield. O., February 14. — Springfield Florists' Club. Office of "the Good & Reese Co. Toronto, Out.. February 15. 8 p. m, — To- ronto Gardeners' and Florists' Association, St. George's Hall, Elm street. St, Paul, Minn., February 15, 8 p. m. — Min- nesota State Florists' Association, 510 Snell- ing avenue. North. Wants, For Sale, Etc One Cent Per Word. Cash with Adv. rorPlant Advs.. See Ready Reference Section. Where answers are to be mailed from tbis office, eaclose 10 cents extra to cover oostaee. etc. Situation Wanted -By practical gardener and florist, life e.\p,.-rience: middle aped: married: want a place where first-class stock is required. J. Hodge, 16i Foster St.. Mansfield. O. Sitnation Wanted— As gardener, privat.' or public: experienced in all branches: trained in Scotland: special experience in chrysanthemums and pot plants: Canada preferred: married; ab- stainer: age ti. Address Key 434. care .\nierican Florist. Situation Wanted— To tal s OR Valentine's Day and all other days we will have the finest stock that is now coming into this market, The better the day the better the stock. We can take care of you. J. B. DEAMUD CO, 1910 and becomes his property at the first winning. It is a handsome cup finely wrought and with three horn handles and will be known as the Dea- mud cup. The scores and team stand- ings will be found on page 159. Chicago Florists' Club. The February meeting of the Chi- cago Florists' Club was held February 3 at the Union restaurant, with Presi- The Deamud Cup. Individual Bowlini- Trophy for Highest Average Man. Season I>K»-19I0. Chicago Florists' League. The .Actual Height of the Cup as Shown Here Without Pedestal is Nine Inches. dent -\smus in the chair. There was a good attendance, the drawing card be- ing the installation of officers for the ensuing year. E. J. Fichter, 1965 Sum- merdale avenue; J. F. Dumke, 7047 Wentworth avenue, and Wm. GrafCe, 1332 Byron street, were elected mem- bers and Joseph Strauss, 5928 La Salle street, was proposed for membership. Treasurer Winterson's report was sub- mitted, showing a balance of $1,066.76 on hand February 1. President Asmus called the attention of the members to the coming convention and exhibi- tion of the Illinois State Florists' Asso- ciation at Champaign, February 15-16, urging the importance of these events to all florists in the state and the de- sirability of taking advantage of the opportunity to visit the experiment station greenhouses, where Prof. H. B. Dorner has much good work in flori- culture under way. J. C. Vaughan, of the e'xperiment station advisory board, said a good be- ginning had been made in work on floricultural problems and that much remained to be done. The authorities have done good work for the fruit growers of the state whose interests ;ire not nearly so extensive as those I'f the plant and flower growers. The men who have this work in hand must be informed as to what is needed in (he way of investigation and experi- ment and the florists could best aid the work by telling those in charge about their difl5culties and require- ments. Mr. Vaughan went on to say that there are many new perplexities in modern cold storage and that the new varieties of plants coming to us year after year have their own par- ticular troubles. Ladies' night has been scheduled for March 3 and the good of the club committee will be assisted in the prep- aratory work for this event by H. N. Bruns, A. C. Kohlbrand and D. A. Robertson. The best train for the Illinois State Florists' convention at Champaign leaves the Illinois Central depot, Mich- igan avenue and Twelfth street, Feb- ruary 15 at 9:40 a. m., arriving at 12:40 p. m., a three-hour run. Secretary Winterson was instructed to tender the hearty thanks of the club to the Florists' and Gardeners' Club of Pittsburg for the many courtesies tgio. The American Florist. 127 Cut Flowers I E. H. HUNT rOR MX OCCASIONS. riORISTS* SUPPLIES TOO. SEND FOR PRICE LIST. 76 Wabash Avenue, CHICAGO. KYLE & FOERSTER, W. p. KTIE. 5 J Wabash Ave., -CONSIGNORS SOLICITED.- Wholesale Florists. L. D. Pbone Randolph 3619. JOSEPH FOERSTER CHICAGO. KENNICOn BROS. WHOLESALE CUT FLOWERS 46-50 Wabash Ave, r»|«S^«»rtrt L R none. Central 466. ^IllCay O We will have anTthine in the lice of CUT FLOWERS and GREENS that 70U may want if anybody bat it at Cbicasro market prices on day of sbipment. GHAS. W. McKELLAR, Bl Wabaah Ave, CHICAGO. ORCHIDS A Specialty Faocr Stock in Peoniei, Valley. Roses, Beanties, Carnations and a full Hoe of al I Cut Flowers. Greens, Wire-Work and Florists' Snpplles. Send (or Complete Catalogue. POLItLMAKN BROS CO. Wboteaale Growers of and Dealers in Cut: I^lo-wers All Iclegrrapb and telephone orders given prompt attention. Greenhonses 32-37 Randolpb St. MORTON GROVE, OX. CHICAGO. /'SHIPMEMTS [(YimrWHtM CROWERSfc-SHIPPERS , CUT FLOWERS >» %•> WABASH AVE. *V* »1ECENTRAL8T| IMMtOlATI^ received by its members during the re- cent mooting of the carnation society. C. W. Johnson gave a talk on tlie new carnations at the Pittsburg show. Those who like calliope ways must learn to dig. EXPERIMENT .STATION WORK. The florists' advisory committee of the experiment station met at the Union restaurant. Friday evening, February 4 and. with the representa- tives of the university, discussed the • xperiment station work in floricul- ture and outlined plans for the future. LCAMLINB THE LARGEST, BEST EQUIPPED, MOST CENTRALLY LOCATED WHOLESALE CUT FLOWER HOUSE IN CHICAGO. 32, 34, 36 RANDOLPH STREET, CHICAGO. L. D. 'Pbones Central 1978 and 1977. VlioMe JIowerM^'Kete Chicago. Feb. 9. Roses, Beauty, extra select ... 6 (X) 35in 500 30in 4 00 18in 2 50 ISin 150 Short 100 Per 100 Bride. Bridesmaid, select.. 8 Oi @15 00 medium 4 00@ 6 00 Rillarney. select .. 6 00@15 00 medium and short 4 00 Mrs,Jardine 4 00@10 00 Mrs. Potter Palmer 8 00 My Maryland 8 00 '■ Perle 7 00 " Richmond eitra select 4 00@12 00 Uncle John 6 00 White Killarney, select .... 8 00@15 fO medium 4 00@ 6 00 Carnations, select fancy 3 00@ 4 00 common and splits . 75@ 2 00 Callas perdoz. 2 00 Hyacinths, Roman 2 00® 4 00 Ulium Harrisii .perdoz,. ISO 12 00 Lily of the Valley 3 000 4 00 Mignonette 4 OOrt) 6 0) Narcissus 3 00@ 4 00 Orchids perdoz.. 6 00® 9 00 Sweet Peas 40@ 1 50 Violets 50@ 75 Adiantum per lOCO. 1 50 AsparagusPlum. strings, each, 60@ 75 ■ sprays 3 006 4 00 Spreneeri 3 00© 4 00 Boxwood, per bunch.. 35c per case 7 50 Ferns per 1000. 2 00 Smilax 1 SO GEO. REINBERG, •KiSr« Cut Flowers CHOICE AMERICAN BEAUTIES. We will take care of your orders at reason* able prices. Prompt attention. 51 Wabash Ave., CHICAGO, ILL. The work already started pertains mainly to thrips, carnations and fer- tilizers and it is thought that some preliminary reports will be made on this work early in fall. Those in at- tendance included Dean Davenport, Prof, J. C. Blair, Prof. H. B. Dorner, C. E. GuUett, August Poehlmann, J, C, BE YOUR OWN COMMISSION MAN AT THE Flower Growers' Market 60 Wabash Ave., CHICAGO. A Few Desirable Stands For Rent. See JOHN SINNER, Manager. Chicago Rose Co., JOSEPH ZISKA, Snccessor, Cut Flowers, Florists' Supplies and Wire Work a Specialty. Lon^ Distance Pbone Central 2487. 56-58 Wabash Ave., CHICAGO WIETOR BROS. ^°^^flf Cut Flowers An teleerapo and telenhone orders elTtk prompt «ttentioo. 51 Wabash Ave.. CHICAGO. Quality Counts. Let us hare your next order (or Roses and Carnations and other Seasonable Flowers. JOHN KRUCHTEN, 51 Wabash Ave.. CHICAGO. tlOEDQEfi BROS. Wholesale Growers of Cut Flowers, Telephone Randolpb 2758. Greenhouses: DES PLAINES, ILL. store: 51 Wabash Avenue, CHICAGO Zech&Manii Wholesale Florists Room 2 18, 51 Wabash Ave., CHICAGO Telephone, Central 3284. A. L. Randall Co. 13-21 Randolph St., CHICAGO. L. D Phone Central 1496. Private Exchange All Departments. If you do not receive our price list regularly send for it, Vaughan, Geo. Asmus, W. A'. Rudd, P, J. Foley, J. F. Ammann, F, L. Washburn, Albert T, Hey, Albert Erickson, M. Barker and F. Weissger- ber. 128 The American Florist. Feb. 12, Philadelphia. STOCK COMING 3I0RE FREELY. The extreme scarcity that prevailed for the past few weeks is off for the season, as quantities of stock in all lines are increasing, with the exception of American Beauty roses, which are still shy and very uncertain. Amongst roses, Killarney is undoubtedly the leader. My Maryland has sold very well, but when flowers of equal grade are offered the choice is nearly always for the Irish maid. Of the old favor- ites, Bride appeared to hold its own. White Killarney not apearing to be very plentiful as yet. It has proved its worth, however, and will be grown more extensively the coming season. Carnations are selling very well, there seeming a good demand for all choice stock. Dorothy Gordon stands head and shoulders above all others in this market, all flowers offered bringing $2 above other sorts of high grade. Sweet peas are very popular and fine flowers are seen daily from a number of ship- pers. Bulbous stock is now at its best. Daffodils, although coming in quite large quantities, hold well, $4 being the price. Tulips are also in good de- mand. White and yellow double and single are the best sellers. Violets have been scarce, but the increased sunlight of the past week is having its effect and there promises plenty for St. Valentine's day, when they will be in big demand. New York doubles are now quite a factor in this market. Acacia is offered by two of the large houses and finds a ready sale: it has no rival in its field. White lilac has become a stock flower, three growers in this vicinity giving almost their en- tire atention to the forcing of this crop. A sudden cold snap last Mon- day night when the thermometer dropped to zero found several of the storekeepers unprepared, and resulted in considerable loss, the stock in the windows and front of the stores being badly frozen. Much of the stock ar- riving by express was also damaged, resulting from insecure packing. Too great care cannot be exercised in this respect during these severe changes. NOTES. At the Harris establishment every- thing looks timed for the Easter trade. First, however, let us mention the shamrock, two houses nearly full, 70,000 pots in all, an immense stock which has all to be cleared out in about 10 days. Mark Mills says they never have enough and that the de- mand is constantly growing. The finest collection of azaleas they have ever had is being spread out and will be brought on slowly. An interesting exhibit is a table of the original stock of the Easter lily, all perfectly healthy healthy. Could this be transferred to a suitable clime where it could be grown outdoors there would soon be a stock free of disease that would be a pleasure to handle. Baby Rambler rose will be a feature here for Easter, as it can be forced^ better than Crim- son Rambler. The plants are all three years old. The stores appear to be making quite J, bid for St. Valentine day business. Pennock Bros, have a very pretty win- dow. On a blue plush foundation was arranged gilt boxes and baskets of heart shape filled with violets. Large glass shelves suspended from the top of the window by gauze ribbon held vases of choice flowers, and hanging all about were small heart-shaped boxeS with ribbon bows. The top of the window was festooned with gauze and other fancy ribbon. A large vase of lilac and Bridesmaid roses, together with choice pots of heather, were the other features of this attractive window dis- play. M. Rice & Co. are living up to their slogan, "Watch us grow," by growing. There is plenty of room at the top and as the roof was in the way it Aphine on Terns Two Millions of Ferns Grown Annually. Five Hundred Varieties of Ferns in All Sizes. J. F. ANDERSON FERN SPECIALIST Short Hills, N. J., Jan. :U, 1910. Aphine Mfg. Co. .Madison, N. J.: Gentlemen, — Kindly ship me at once, by U. S. Ex., two gallons of Aphine. The last gallon received from you has been thoroughly tested, and proved to be a most effective exterminator of all .such insects to which ferns are subjected. If your preparations are of uniform strength, a solution of one to fifteen will be safe on the most delicate ferns. Yours respectfluly, J. F. Anderson. The manufacturers of Aphine guarantee a uniforir product at all times, and, if directions are carefully followed, that it will do al' we claim for it. A Public Aphine Test Will be held in Philadelphia on Saturday, February 12th, 1910 (Lincoln's birthday) from 2 to 5 p. m., at the new seed store of HENRY F. MICHELL COMPANY, 1018 Market Street. You are cordially invited to be present and to submit any plants, shrubs or stock that may be infested with insects or disease, so that we may demonstrate to you the wonderful merits of this new insecticide discovery — Aphine. Aptiine Manufacturing Company, Madison, New Jersey was removed and almost over night another story was added, just grafted on,- as it were. How they do grow, these enterprising supply nien! The Leo Niessen Co. is making a feature of all kinds of spring flowers. Acacia is a leader and is sent out as fast as it arrives. AVm. McKissick has something ex- tra fine in sweet peas, a large stock just in time for the lover's holiday. K. Boston. MORE STOCK COMING IK. This has been a week of fair busi- ness; stock in most lines is coming in in increasing volume. Roses are show- ing a marked improvement both in quantity and quality, with the single exception of American Beauty. This still continues scarce and high priced. Richmond is improving somewhat in stem. Killarney and My Maryland are coming in rather freely in the small and medium grades, but are scarce in the larger sizes. There seems to be an increasing demand for Bon Silene and Safrano as grown by Elliott. The new rose, Mrs. Hum- phrey Ward, is popular, but is a little off crop and the supply is rather lim- ited. Bulb stock is coming in plen- tifully and the demand holds up re- markably well. Golden Spur seems to be the favorite; Von Sion is coming much better than last week. Good freesia is scarce and only the smaller, inferior varieties are procurable at present. There are plenty of good lilies. Cattleyas are more plentiful and are coming in in rather large numbers. Gardenias and \\\y of the valley arc also coming in freely. The valley flowers are of good quality but the foliage is very scanty. Green stock is coming in more freely and the shortage of adiantum and Asparagus Sprengeri, so noticeable for the past two weeks, seems to be over. Violets are coming in rather heavy, both in the single and double. They are of good quality and sell well. The large amount of funeral work about town the past week has done much to keep the markets from being overloaded. There is a most attractive line of flowering plants to be seen at this time, including lilac, genista, acacia, cyclamen, primula, etc., and the grow- ers report sales as being good. NOTES. Ed. Rogean is fortunate in securing regular shipments from A. N. Pierson, Cromwell, Conn. This gives him a fine assortment of stock that is always of the best quality and will be a great help to the local market at times of shortage. Wm. Sim started on his first big crop of sweet peas this week. They are undoubtedly the finest in the mar- ket. (other boston notes on page 146.) igio. The American Florist. 129 ^ Pubescens. Ivong graceful sprays of small yellow, ball shaped flowers, beautiful foliage, a very choice novelty $2.50 per bunch. Bulbous Stock Single Daffodils, Golden Spur and Princeps, Tulips, Pink, White, Red and Yellow. Valley, Very Choice, $3.00 and $4.00 per 100. THE LEO NIESSEN ZO.,^ox^r^^^^r'i^o^°h''c^"k^.^, Philadelphia. Pa. j American Beauties Lily of the Vaiiey, Carnations and ali Tea Roses, In lots of one hundred to one thousand. Phone or wire us. WELCH BROTHERS, Dev»/^e ». Boston, Mass. Asparagus Plnmosus Nanus Extra large heavy strings, 50c each. W. H. Elliott, Brighton, Mass l^oMeHowcrMM'Ket^ Philadelphia, Feb.''. Per 100 Roses, Beauty, extra 40 00®75 00 first 25 00@3S00 Brides and Maids 6 0l@10 00 •■ Tea 600@1000 • extra 12 00@25 00 Carnations 4 00© 6 00 Cattleyas 50 00@75 00 Lillum Harrisii 12 00@1S 00 Lily of the Valley 4 00@ 5 00 MisnoDetle 3 Oi'@ 6 00 Sweet Peas 75@ 1 CO Violets, single 75@ 1 00 double 1 00@ 1 50 Adiantum 7S@ 1 00 Asparagus, bunch 50 00 Smilai IS 0Oa2O 00 Boston, Feb. 9. Per 100 Roses. Beauty, best 25 00@ 50 00 medium 15 0C@.i5 00 culls 500@10 00 •' Bride. Bridesmaid 4 00@ 6 00 •• Extra 6 00@ 8 00 Carnations 2 0u@ 3 00 selected 25 00 Callas 8 00@16 00 Cattleyas 50 00@75 00 Gardenias, per dozen 3 00@ 4 00 Lilium LoDffiflorum 10 00 Lily of the Valley 2 00@ 4 00 Sweet Peas 1 Ot@ 1 50 Adiantum 7S@ 1 00 Asparaeus 35 00@SO 00 Smilax 12 0j@16 00 PiTTSEDRG. Feb.9. Per 100 Roses, Beauty, special 25 00@40 00 Mttra 15 00@i0 00 No. 1 8 00@12 00 " Bride Bridesmaid 4 00@ 8 00 '■ Chatenay 4 00@ S 00 " Killarney 4 00@ 8 00 " My Maryland 4 0(@ 8 00 " Richmond 4 00® 8 00 Carnations 2 <'0@ 3 00 Bouvaidias 2 50@ 3 00 Callas 1000 Cattleyas 75 00 Cypripediums IS 00 Daisies yellow 2 00 Freesias 3 00 white 2 00 Gardenias 35 OOgSO 00 Hyacinths. Romans 2 00 Lilac, white per bunch, 1 00@1 50 Lilium Longiflorum 12 00 Ulyof the Valley 4 00 MiGrnonette 4 00 ■ Narcissus 2 00@ 3 00 Snapdrauons 4 00@ 6 00 Sweet Peas 50@ 1 00 Violets, aouble 75@ 1 00 single 5U@ 75 Adiantum 150 AsparagusSprengeri. per bunch. 50 strings... per string. 50 sprays. ..per bunch. 50 Smilax 15 00 East St. Louis, m. Miss Mattie Schnell is doing so well that she has found it to her advan- tage to run an automobile for deliv- ery, the first used here for that pur- pose. Joseph Kaiser, Jr., formerly a florist of Belleville, has accepted the posi- tion of superintendent of parks here. M. VIOLETS, VALLEY. Carnations. McCALLUM Quality best. Prices right. VERY FANCY. Get prices on quantities. All other stock in quantit}'. CO., Inc., Pittsburg Pittsburgli Cut Flower Co., Wholesale Florists and Growers* The House that has and sells good goods at fair prices. Salesrooms, 222 Oliver Ave. PITTSBURGH, PS. Choice Assortment of CUT FLOWERS will be found here. WRITE FOR PRICES. W. E. McKissicK ^ Bros. WHOLESALE FLORISTS. Absolutely Tha Best Possible Service. Baglness Hours 7 a. m. to 8 p. m. 1619-1621 Ranstead St., PHILADELPHIA, PA. EVERYTHING A FLORIST USES. The Denver Wholesale Florist Co. 1433-3S California St. J.B.Murdoch&Co. T 1 4 Penn Avenue PITTSBURG, PA. All Flowers in Season. Send for list. RICE BROTHERS Wholesale norlsts snd Supplies. 1 IS N. 6th St., MINNEAPOLIS, MINN. Cut Flowers received twice daily. Can fill your ordffs to vour satisfaction. Also headquarters for WUd Smilax, Boxwood, Galax Leaves, Hardy Fancy Ferns. Prices quoted on laree quantities. Weiland & Olinger, &^a^lult.a.n.ith.Jk.«KJk.ll.it.ilk..lKa:s of FLORISTS' SUPPLIES SEEDS and BULBS. Price List on Application. 316 Walnut SL, CINCINNATI, OHIO. Phone Main 5S4. ^'ir«'»l»"lfW"l''M'M"iru''l''IP"ir'l''H''l"l»'«-i|"irirviriFn| 128 I. TUrd St., CINCINNATI, OHIO. holesalc Growers and Sliippcrs of Cut nowersi Cimatlon G«orrl* S12.Mp. Seattle, "^S^ Wash. T I. W. McCOY pen k UCIMI Leading Florid, UCUi Al nLiriLf TOLEDO, OHIO. All Orders Promptly Executed. igio. The American Florist. 135 DESIGNS OR CUT FLOWERS WiU be delivered for the trade la other cities by the firms below, the Leading Retailers In the cities Indicated on Wire, Phone or Mall Orders. Chicago. EiUbHshed in 1857. 'mM;, 739 Buckingham Place, L. D. Phone 558 Lalce View. Send us your retail orders. WB HAVX THE BEST FACIUTIES IN THE CrTY Chicago. HAUSWIRTH FLORIST Auditorium Annex. Mail, Telep-aph or Telephone Orders Filled Promptly in Best Style, Canciimati, O. JULIUS BAER, 138-140 E. Fourth St. Long Distance Tlioae. New Orleans- CUT FLOWERS For Tourists and General Trade. Wire or mail. Highest Grade Stock Only, URIAH J. %/|DAIM 838 ■ W I re W 1 1^ I CANAL ST. Savannah, Ga. JOHN WOLF, Wholesale and Retail FLORIST. Kalamazoo and BatUe Creek, Mich. H. A. FISHER CO. Wholesale and Retail Florists. We Handle Everything in Season. Norfolk, Va. The establishment recently run by E. J. Xewton is now under the con- trol of his brother. Wm. J. Newton. Grandy. the Florist, is moving to Tazewell street in the Colonial the- ater building. Covey & Vansant found things too slow here and have moved back to Newport News. Since going back they have dissolved partnership and the business is run by Henry C. Vansant. L. G. B. MiDDLETOWN, O. — On February 5, Henry Behrens and Mrs. Behrens (nee VoUman) celebrated their golden wed- ding, they having married on that •date in 1860. Washington, D. C. t4th and H Streets. Also 1601 Eutaw Place, Baltimore, Md. Lansing, Mich. Gurdon B. Smith Covers all Points in Michigan. Best of Shipping Facilities in all Directions. Always has the best of Everythirg. Buffalo, Niagara Falls, Lockport. S. A. Anderson, 440 Main St., Buffalo, N. Y. Mail. Telephone and TeleBrraph orders filled DTomptly wiib the choicest stock. Anderson, S. C. THE ANDERSON FLORAL CO. 533 MARSHALL AVI. February 15. HanibuFK, Ham.-Ainer.. 1 p. m.. Hohoken Pier. February 16. Campania. Cunard, 9 a. m., Piers 51 and 52, North River. Cedric, White Star, 11 a. m.. Pier 4S, West 11th St. Feburaiy 17. La Provence. French, 10 a. m.. Pier 42, North River. February 18. FROM ST. JOHN. Tunisian. Allan, FROM PHILADELPHIA, Menominee, Red Star. 10 a. m. February 19, California. Anchor. 3 p. m.. Pier 64, North Hiver. St. Louis, American, 10 a, m., Piers 4S and 49, North River. Caronia, Cunard, 12 noon. Piers 51 and 52, North River. Caroline. French. Pier S4. North River. La Gascopne. French. Pier 42, North River. Baltic. White Star, 2 p. m.. pier 48. West 11th St, Pennsylvania. Ham.-Amer., 2 p. m., Hobo- ken Pier. Martha Waehingon, Austro-Amer.. 1 p. m. FROM PHILADELPHIA. Friesland, Ameri- can, 10 a. m.. Pier 54. TLORISTd lai* f X WASfllNGTON D. C. Gude's Washington, D. C. Geo. C. Shaffer, a s FLORIST a :: Fhone 2416 Main 1 4th 5 Eye Sts., N. W Write. Telegraph or Teleplione. Buffalo, N. Y. Flowers "Quality W. J. Palmer S Son, 304 Main St. Albany, N. Y. Flo'wers or Design Work. Delivered in Albany and Vicinity on Telegraphic Order. 11 NORTH PSARl STREET. Milwaukee, Wis. CCPollworthCo. caS^'^f^,^'?X;.n Wisconsin. Louisville, Ky. JACOB SCflULZ, 550 So. Fonrtta Avenne. IF YOU SAW rr in THE FLORIST SAY SO IN YOUR NEXT ORDER. 136 The American Florist. Feb 12, The Seed Trade. American Seed Trade Association. J. C. Robinson, Waterloo. Neb., Pres.; M. H.Duryea, New York. First Vice Pres.; F. W. Bolgiano.Washinc ton, D.C.. Second Vice- Pres.; C. E Kendel. Cleveland O.. Sec'y and Treas.. Leonard H. Vautrlian. Chicago. Asst. Sec'y, Twenty-eigiith annual conven- tion, at Atlantic City, N. J. June 21. 19 0. ASPAKAGtrS PLUMOSUS NANUS. The first early deliveries of new crop seed are now on hand. Tuberoses. — There are quite a few of these remaining in the hands of the growers in the North Carolina dis- trict. Sentiment is divided as to whether the price of clover seed shall go up or down; but all agree as to the deep snow. The Roamers' Club of the Canners' Convention is expected to do a dou- ble turn this week at the Jewdolph hotel. ' The garden seed trade is good and it is more a question of where to get the supplj' than one of securing more orders. Drought exists in the southern France bulb-growing district (Janu- ary 24) while in most other parts of the country there are terrible floods. A. Bill has been introduced in the Ohio senate making it a misdemeanor to deliver any seed guaranteed, rec- ommended or advertised as pure, un- less the same is 98 per cent pure. CHICAGO. — Contract prices on the board of trade February 9 for grass seed were noted as follows: Timothy, $4.25. White clover, from 20 cents to 25 cents. — Visitors: L. W. Wheeler, .^rowers' representative; L. M. Kim- berlin. Santa Clara. Calif. The Proposed Pure Seed Act. The proposed pure seed act. repro- duced in The American Florist of January 29, page 31, was discussed at the La Salle hotel, Chicago, Feb- ruary 9, by representatives of the American Seed Trade Association, the Wholesale Seedsmen's League and the Wholesale Grass Seed Dealers' Asso- ciation, including Chas. M. Dickinson, C. D. Boyles, Geo. S. Green, W. W. Barnard, S. P. Leonard and J. C. Vaughan, Chicago, J. Chas. McCul- lough and Albert McCullough. Cincin- nati, O., J. C. Robinson, Waterloo, Neb., Chas. N. Page, Des Moines, la., C. F. Wood, Ivouisville, Ky., J. G. Braslan Seed Growers Go. Lettuce, Onion, Sweet Peas, Growers for the Wholesale Trade Only. SAN JOSE, CALIF. Peppard, Jr.. Kansas Cty, Mo., Kirby B. White, Detroit, Mich., D. I. Bush- nell, St. Louis Mo., and C. S. Burge, Toledo, O. Sweet Peas in California. In answer to a request for a few particulars of his California trip. An- ton C. Zvolanek, of Boundbrook, N. J., says: "Tou ask me what I have been doing on the Pacific coast at this time of year. I must say that I did not go there on a pleasure trip, but for earn- est work. As you know, for many years our specialty has been winter- flowering sweet peas, which are sold exclusively by commercial seedsmen and florists in all parts of the civilized world. Many years ago we began to give out contracts for the growing of our seed, but the results were never satisfactory. Finally, we began to raise our own seed in small quantities, contracting for only a part. While the seed of our own raising had always proved satisfactory to our customers, we regret to state that we cannot say the same for much of what was grown for us on contract. Being finally dis- gusted with the methods of the 'seed trust." we secured several large tracts of the best land in California and hereafter, in addition to our specialty of seed of winter-flowering sweet peas, we will be well equipped to grow prac- tically all kinds of flower seeds. "In less than two months, the time which I have spent in California, we have seeded down 186 acres in sweet peas. Of this area. 65 acres are for the seed of winter flowering va- rieties, the remainder for seed of the summer varieties, largely the Spencer and Union types. About 15 acres have been seeded with other varieties of flower seed. In California it is diffi- cult to secure small lots of productive; land, say 100 acres, in one lot, but there are many 1,000-acre tracts to be had at very reasonable rent, in plotSj of from five to 50 acres, therefore our fields are scattered over many miles of country. On the whole. I think this is a good thing for us. By seeding vari- eties, miles apart, we avoid the dan- gers of mixing seed. For instance: we have one 25-acre tract, miles from any other, seeded entirely to the vari- ety Nora Unwin. I feel sure. that these will remain true. Our California seed growing will be conducted by my sons, who thoroughly understand it and are anxious to do business on their own account. From start to finish, my trip was very successful. I met many old Pcas^Bcans Alfred J. Brown Seed Co^ Growers for tbe WlioloMle 'Trade. GRAND RAPIDS MICH. friends and made many new ones. William N. Campbell, formerly of Vaughan's Seed Store, now conducts a very a.ttractive seed store in Pasa- dena. In his company we visited the famous farm of Rudolpli Fischer, where many acres of the noted free- sia. Purity, are cultivated. We did not forget to visit our old friend Ed- win Lonsdale, now in charge of the Burpee seed farm. The winter weath- er has been ideal, with only a few light frosts, the lowest temperature being 29°. Roses, carnations, sweet peas and poinsettias have been flower- ing in the open and in many places without any covering. In some in- stances cheese-cloth is sufficiently heavy for covering in the nights that are considered cold for southern Cali- fornia." New Kind of Corn From China. A small lot of shelled corn, of a kind that is new to this country, was sent to the Department of Agriculture from Shanghai, China, in 1908, and tested the same season. It proved to have qualities that may make it valu- able in breeding a corn adapted to the hot and dry conditions of the south- west. The plants raised in the test averaged less than six feet in height, with an average of 12 green leaves at the time of tasseling. The ears aver- aged 5% inches in length and 4% inches in greatest circumference, with 16 to 18 rows of small grains. On the upper part of the plant the leaves are all on one side of the stalk, in- stead of being arranged in two rows on opposite sides. Besides this, the upper leaves stand erect, instead of droopine-. and the tips of the leaves are therefore above the top of the tassel. The silks of the ear are pro- duced at the point where the leaf blade is joined to the leaf sheath, and they appear before there is any sign of an ear except a slight swelling. This corn is very different from any that is now produced in America. Its peculiar value is that the erect ar- rangement of the leaves on one side of the stalk and the appearance of the silks in the angle where the leaf blade joins the sheath offer a pro- tected place in which pollen can settle and fertilize the silks before the latter are exposed to the air. This is an excellent arrangement for preventing the drying out of the silks before pol- lination. While this corn may be of little value Itself, it is likelv that, by cross-breading, these desirable quali- ties can be imparted to a larger corn, which will thus be better adapted to the southwest. The discovery of this peculiar corn In China suggests anew the idea that, although America is the original home of corn, yet it may by some means have been taken to the eastern hemi- sphere long before the discovery of America by Columbus. From descrip- tions in Chinese literature corn is known to have been established In China within less than a century after the voyage of Columbus. But this seems a short time for any plant to have become widely known and used. Besides, this particular corn is so dif- ferent from anything in the new world that is must have been developed In the old world, and for that to happen in a natural way would take a very long time. These ideas are brought out in Bulletin 161 of the Bureau of Plant Industry, which gives also an account of some cross-breeding ex- periments with the new corn and the changes which crossing produces In the grains the same season. igio. The American Florist. 137 S. D. WOODRUFF & SONS, SEED GROOVERS Dealers in Garden, Field and Flower Seeds. Specialties: Beet. Carrot. Corn. Peas. Beans. Onion Sets and Seed Potatoes. Catalogue free. Contracts taken. 82-84 Dey Street, Orange, Conn. NEW YORK. GET QUOTATIONS FROM LANDRETH SEEDS which SUCCEED Bi.on,sdaie Brlstol, Pa. QUALITY :vA? •CXB rO« OATALOOrt ARTHUR T. BODDINQTON C AULIFLOWER Sj A B B A G E LILY OF THE VALLEY PIPS HJALMAR HARTMANN & CO. Logangstraede 20, COPENHAGEN, DENMARK Soya Bean Utilization. Oil millers of Liverpool are dis- posed to regard the products of the soya bean as additional articles of trade and not as competing to replace the manufactures of cotton seed, ac- cording to a report transmitted by Consul Horace Lee Washington, of that city. The consul adds: "The first complete cargo of soya beans that arrived in the United Kingdom reached Liverpool February 14, 1909, and the interest in this new industry has grown apace since then, experi- ments being made in various other parts of England as well as in Liver- pool that range from a blend of soya flour, made by an expert Liverpool baker with flour and with meal, about one-fifth for mixing with flour and one- sixth for meal, to a soya dog bis- cuit. "The blending of soya flour above referred to is desirable by reason of its demonstrated food value. In al- buminoids soya beans are stated to be nearly three times as rich as oats and wheat and possessed of more fiber and ash. A few German millers are reported to have mixed soya and rye flour in experiments in the mak- ing of the black bread of that country, and local millers here are experiment- ing with a blend to improve their brown bread. A vegetable cheese is known to be produced from the case- ine that the bean contains, but this has not advanced from the experi- mental to the commercial stage. It is reported that one or two important Liverpool merchants have sent their own investigators to Manchuria to study the products of that country, chiefly the soya bean. It is also stated that one of the large shipown- ers of Liverpool contemplates the in- troduction of the soya bean into west Africa, where soil and labor conditions are thought to be peculiarly favorable to the growth of good crops. This enterprise is cited as a parallel to the British cotton growing movement Winlerson's Seed Store 45-47-49 WABASH AVE. ^^r^al^SU''^"^ CHICAGO Plantsmen, Nurserymen, Seedsmen and Florists' Supplies We can supply everything the Florist Uses Catalogue Free -FOR- SEEDS OF ALL KINDS APPLY TO W. W. JOHNSON & SON, Limited, Boston. Ensland. STOCK SEED risk's Branching in all colors. Trade packet. Wc. oz. $4.00. Pure Wblte. tr. packet. 50c.. oz. *5.00 Also Beauty of Nice strains. H. E. FISKE SEED CO., Boston, Mass. S. M. IsbeU & Co., Jackson, Mich. CONTRACT SEED GROWERS, Bean, Cucumber, Tomato, Pea, Mnskmelon, Squash, Watermelon, Radish, Sweet Com. Correspondence solicited. H. WREDE, LDNEBURG, GERMANY PANSY SEED 176' First Prizes, thebiebest awards Chicago, Pans. London. Dusseldorf toco seeds, finest mixed... 25c 1 oz. ..$2.2S •^ Price list on application. Casb witb order. at its inception, and some measure of the same success is confidently pre- dicted for it." — Consular Trade Re- ports. Imports. During the week ending February 5 imports were received at New York as follows: McHutchison & Co., 146 cases plants. P. Ouwerkerk. 80 pkgs. trees. Morris & Wellington, 7 cases trees. Schuiz & Ruckgaber, 250 bags seed. P. Henderson & Co., 94 bags seed. H. F. Darrow, 165 bags, 2 cases seed. J. M. Thorburn & Co., 148 bags seed. J. Fuller, 20 bags seed. P. R. Pierson & Co., 20 cases valley. Vaughan Seed Store, three cases bulbs, one case seed. To others, 295 cases plants, 76 cases trees, 50 cases valley, two cases bulbs, 2185 bags, 115 cases, 46 pkgs., 42 bis. seed, 1233 bags clover seed. Sugar Content of Sweet Corn. studies of sweet corn have shown that it makes little difference whether the corn is grown in a northern or a southern latitude, so far as the sugar content is concerned, although the northern-grown "roasting ears" may have greater tenderness and a longer season. — Dept. of Agriculture Report for 1909. ASPARAGUS Sprengeri, per lOOO seeds 75c PETUNIA Larjre Howerins. double fnnsed. trade pkt .. 1 00 Large fl'wering. sinplo frjnsed, trade pkt .. 50 Larac Howering. single Iringed, Cahfornia Giants 50 SALVIA Zurich, oz 5 OO Triumph, oz 500 MOONFIOWER, White Seed 35 FRESH TOBACCO STEMS. Bale of 300 Ib»., $1.75: ton. $V.OO. W. C. BECKERT, Seedsman, 103 Federal St., N.S., PITTSBURG, PA. Mention the American Florist when writing JOHN BODGER & SONS CO. Gardena, Calif. Wholesale Growers of Sweet Peas, Tomatoes, Lima Beans, Lettuce, Asters, Cosmos and other Flower Seeds. Mention the American Florist when writing Waldo Rohnert GILROY, CAL, Wholesale Seed Grower Specialties: Lettuce, Onion, Sweet Peas, Aster, Cosmos, Mignonette, Verbe a, in variety. Correspondence solicited. Mention the American Florist when writing Rape & Bergman n, Quedlinburg, Germany. Elite Seeds of Flowers and Vegetables. Specialties : Stock, Pansies, Cyclamen, etc.. Cactus Dahlias Bulbs. General Catalogue Free Fine Aster Seed Catalogue Now Ready. VICK & HILL CO., Box 613, Rochester, N. Y. Catalogrues Received. Montarioso Nursery, Santa Barbara, Calif., nursery stock; Chase Nursery Co., Huntsville, Ala., nursery stock; F. A. Miller, Fruitvale, Calif., tree and shrub seeds; Holm & Olson, St. Paul, Minn., holiday price list; Geo. Witt- bold Co., Chicago, holiday price list; Winterson's Seed Store, Chicago, holi- day price list; Barteldes Seed Co., Denver, Colo., holiday price list. 138 The American Florist. Eeb. 12, Fancy Leaved Caladiums An unexcelled collection of more than 1 50 varieties, including many of the newest Brazilian sorts, which are now offered for the first time. SPECIAL SELECTIONS. Per doz. Per 100 Choice Standard Varieties $1.50 $10.00 New or Rare Varieties 2.00 15.00 Selected New and Rare Varieties 3.50 25.00 For the most complete list of Seasonable Bulbs, such as Tuberous Rooted Begonias, Etc. See our current wholesale list. The above prices are intended for the trade only. Henry A. Dreer, 7i4 Chestnut st Philadelphia, Pa. Disease Among: Gladioli. I never had any trouble with glad- ioli until this year, when I found that a good portion of the stock I ob- tained from the east (and this in- cludes the "west" as far as Colorado, for they are all east of us), either entirely failed to start growth, or else died before reaching the blooming stage. I found that some succumbed even during the period of infloresc- ence.. Where the plants were above ground, I noticed that the leaves or stalks, or both, would turn yellow and soon rot near the ground. Investiga- tion below the surface of the soil re- vealed the fact that the bulb or corm, was in a bad state of decay. I am told that this is the "black rot," though I think it should be called the brown rot, as the color is more brown than black. In one grower's stock I bought, I noticed that there were many corms more or less decayed; I did not think much of it at the time, though I dis- carded all corms that showed much deterioration. If I knew as much about the disease then as I do now, I should never have accepted the con- signment. This was not the only lot I received in such condition; some of another lot were slightly affected too. One corm seemed so bad when I re- ceived it that I at once planted it in a select situation, in hopes that I would save it. It grew well and flow- ered; toward the end it showed some yellow, but not enough to show that it was badly diseased. The fact is that it seemed to be affected in a dif- ferent way from almost any other gladiolus I ever saw. The white spots. do not occur in the others. It is probable that some white fungus growth developed. Whether this is beneficial or not I know not. Other- wise, the inroad of the disease is similar to those I found in all other corms. Some state that it is best to refrain from planting gladioli in land that has been recently manured with fresh manure. Mine were not so planted; VAN ZANTEN BROTHERS Royal Netherland Bulb Nurseries and Export Trade, HILLEGOM, HOLLAND, Wholesale growers of the leading sortsof Hyacinths, Tulips, Narcissus, Crocus, Spireas, Gladiolus, Peonies, etc., etc. Write our travtler, MR. G. HYLKEMA, care of Messrs. Maltus & Ware, 14 Stone St., New York, for I'ataFogue aod Special prices of all HOLLAND BULBS AND PLANTS neither were they fertilized in any way. One eastern grower wrote me that he attributed the prevalence of this disease to the large amount of commercial fertilizers some growers use to produce large corms. I found that the large corms seemed to fare the worst. It is for this reason, and the further one of beating the out- rageously high express charges we of this coast have to pay on goods we get from the east, that I am now get- ting nothing but very small-sized stock from eastern growers. Then, it is easier to try to stamp out dis- ease germs in small bulbs than in the larger stock. We are told, that the same solution that is used to de- stroy potato scab will kill the black- rot microbe, or whatever it is. I have not yet tried it, but I shall see that all stock hereafter is so treated be- fore it goes into the ground. Last year some of my high-priced stock that I purchased in New York, Chi- cago, Philadelphia and elsewhere, never reached the blooming stage on account of the inroads of this scourge to the gladiolus grower. I understand that the bureau of plant industry, at the station main- tained in connection with the experi- ment station at Cornell University, Ithaca, is investigating the disease of the plant in question, and I hope it will not be long before a means is discovered to combat easily and suc- cessfully the further inroads of this enemy. — ^W. A. Pryal, Oakland, Calif., in Rural New Yorker, November 20, 1909. BSTABLISHBD IN 1824. Bridgeman's Seed Warehouse RICKARDS BROS., Prop*., 37 Eaat 19UI St„ V*«r Vftrlr bet Bioadway and 4th ATe.. WCW lOrK Telephona 4335 GrameixT. Mention the American Florist when writing CHOICE GERMAN FLOWER SEEDS I Catalogue free on application. Stamp letters 5 cents; foreien post cards 2 cents. FREDERICK ROEMER, Seed Grower, Quedlinburg, Germany. Mention the American Florist when writing CLEARING SALE Perennial Rye Grass (Lolium Perenne). crop 1909. The heaviest seed ever imported, weighing 26 lbs, per bushel. Samples on request.; lb., be; 100 lbs., $5.50. f.o.b. New Orleaos. THE AVENUE FLORAL CO.. 3442 St. Charles Ave.. NEW ORLEANS, LA. Thirty Thousand Sacks of Free Seeds. OfEEDED BY OUR LEGISLATORS. The mind staggers at the suggestion of calculating the number of seeds there would be in these 29,890 sacks. Only scientists who count the germs in a drop of water or the microbes in a fly's track would be equal to it. Cer- tainly if all the seeds were planted and germinated into crops there would be potatoes, beets, turnips and squash to make the tables of horticul- tural constituents groan with plenty, while morning glories would run riot over their porches, and their gardens would blaze with geraniums and smell swooningly of sweet Williams, carna- tions and climbing roses. It would make a remarkable difference in the cost of living to everybody, of course, for not only would the seed growers supply and decorate their own tables, but constituents not favored with seeds would profit by the reduced de- mand for the stocks of the green- grocer and the florist. igio. The American Florist. 139 Reasons for Joining: The Rose Society. A paper read by Adolph Farenwald, Ros- lyn. Pa., before the Florists' Club of Phila- delphia at its monthly meeting, Febraury 1. 1910. I have i)ften wondered why so many small rose growers give the American Rose Society the cold shoul- der while the large rose growers all seem to be members. Why should this be so? Have the small growers no benefit to expect as a member of the American Rose Society, or are they prejudiced against it? Surely there is no cause for either of these reasons. The most of them have not come near enough to see and under- stand. It is time then that they make an earnest effort to do so and, by doing so, they will soon recognize the value of this organization in the many tasks which it endeavors to ful- fil, every one being of vital interest to every rose grower. As I said be- fore, the large growers are all mem- bers. Did you ever stop to think why they are? Surely not for the fun of it. They are all too shrewd bus- iness men. The money they invest this way must bring them some in- terest. "Light your pipe," as they say, and think this over — it is worth while. It is high time that we, as rose growers, took notice that the carnation is pushing the rose into sec- ond place in the favor of the public. It is impossible for me. in this short paper, to go into all the different sub- jects of usefulness of the American Rose Society, to pluck them apart and hold them up to the searchlight. I will merely confine myself to the yearly exhibition and convention, their value as an education and inspira- tion. On March 16, 1910. the yearly exhibition and convention will be held in New York. Now. fellow mem- bers: This gives you a fine oppor- tunity to realize the value of such an exhibition as an education and inspiration. Most of us think we grow better roses than the other fel- low. An exhibition will open our eyes. Roses that at home we thought wonderful often diminish decidedly in our estimation when placed in com- petition with others. Here is the ed- ucation if we want to see it. We are in this business for money. If our roses are not up to the standard, wo will not realize on them as we should. This may be a bitter pill to swallow, but it should be the inspiration for a greater and continued effort, which will easily pay in the future for the little time and money expended. At the exhibition, we shall also have an opportunity to see, along side of the old standards, the new varie- ties. The originators of these new varieties are sure to be at hand, each man eager to explain the strong points of his particular favorite; his rival only too eager to point out the flaws. There, too, you will see many of the brightest lights in the rose growing profession, from whom you can get valuable pointers. You have also the great pleasure of meeting old friends. Besides, the social side of these gatherings have a charm which no one who has ever attended can forget. While we can read, in our trade pa- pers, the essays read at the conven- tion meetings, yet we miss the after discussions and criticisms, which are a most important and essential part of such meetings. Then, too, the en- thusiastic arguments of some mem- MMMnnHMMMnnnMMMnnnMMMHnnMMM M M n n n M M n n n H H H n n n M M' H n n M M M n n M H M n n n M a Q E3 Si Q s F. O. B. New York or Chicago. For Immediate Delivery. We are the largest handlers of Cannas in the world. Our prices upon Cannas will bear comparison with any house in the Canna business. Stock unequalled. BED-FLOWERING CANNAS. 100 .$1.75 3.00 1.50 2.00 2.25 1.76 1000 J15.00 25.00 14.00 17.60 20.00 15.00 17.50 15.00 15.00 14.00 20 00 14.00 15.00 f .K>tiisiana, 7 ft Alice Roosevelt, 4 f t . . . A. Bouvier, 5 ft Beante Foitevine, 3^ ft Black Prince, 3 to 4 ft. Chas. Henderson. 4 ft. . Crimson Berrer, 3 ft 2.00 D. of Marlborough, 4 V4 ft. 1.76 J. D. Eisele. 6 ft 1.75 Exp. Crampbell, 6% ft... 1.50 Express, 2 to 2% ft 2.26 Pres. McKinley, 2 H to 3 ft. 1.50 Tarrytown, 3% ft 1.76 RED. GOLD-EDGED AND SPOTTED SHADES. Gladiator, 4 ft 2.75 26.00 Cinnabar, 4% ft 1.76 16.00 Indiana, 3 to 4 ft 1.75 15.00 Qaeen Charlotte, 3^4 ft... 2.25 20.00 Mad. Crozy, 5y. ft 2.26 20.00 Premier, 2% ft 2.00 17.50 S. de A. Crozy, 4 to 5 ft.. 2.75 25.00 PINK SHADES. L. Patry, 4% ft 1.76 15.00 Lonise. 6 ft 2.00 17.60 Mile. Herat, 4% ft 1.76 16.00 Tennyson, 5 y. ft 2.75 25.00 VELXOW SHADES. 100 Buttercup, 3%ft $1.75 1000 $15.00 17.50 20.00 26.00 26.00 C. de Bouchard, 4H ft... 2.00 Florence Vaughan, 5 ft. . . . 2.50 L. E. Bailey, 4% ft 2.75 Richard Wallace, 414 ft.. 2.75 WHITE AND CREASI SHADES. Alsace, 3% ft 1.75 15.00 BRONZE-LEATED FLOWERING CANNAS. Brandywine, 4 to 5 f t . . . 2.00 Black Beauty, 5 ft 2.75 David Harum, 3% ft 2.75 EKandale, 4 ft. King: Humbert, 4 ft Leonard Vaughan, 4 ^ f t . . Slusaf olia, 6 ft PUIar of Fire, e-7- ft Robusta, 6-S ft Shenandoah, 6 ft ORCHID-FLOWERING Allemannia, 4 to 6 ft. . . . Austria, 5 ft Italia, 4 % ft Kronus, 5 ft Mrs. Kate Gray, 6 ft Pennsylvania, 5 ft Wyoming, 7 ft 1.50 3.25 1.75 2.76 2.26 1.76 1.76 17.50 25.00 25.00 14.00 30.00 15.00 25 00 20.00 17.50 16.00 CANNAS. 1.75 1.26 1.75 1.75 1.75 1.75 2.76 16.00 12.00 15.00 15.00 15.00 16.00 25.00 Our Cannas are packed 250 in a box; two can be "cleated" together and shipped as one. One box of 250 sold at thousand rate; it is cheaper for you to buy a box than 200 at 100 rate. Chicago and Western Agents For Our Cannas WINTERSON'S SEED STORE, 45-47-49 Wabash Ave., Chicago, lU. g Arthur T. Boddington, n n n SEEDSMAN, S 342 West 14th Street. NEW YORK. M M n n H H M n n n M M M n n H H M M M n H M M n H H M n MMMnnnMMMnnnMMMnnrtMMMnnnMMM bers, the hair-splitting arguments of others, the sound advice of those who confine themselves strictly to busi- ness so that one fairly sees the dol- lars sticking out, all combine to make these meetings serve as food for thought for many a day thereafter. To make this Rose Society a success, it needs the interest and enthusiastic support of all rose growers, large and small, over the entire country. Every one who grows roses for a living should feel it a sacred duty to belong to this society; in fact, every one interested in roses should belong and help bear out the motto of the society, "A rose for every home, a bush for every garden." Then, any- one growing roses for a living, who cannot, or will not, be interested in the work of this society will be the one who continuously kicks about bad times and prices, and howls about the "good old times." He is a dead one ■ — "Peace be to his ashes." Free Seeds Cause Amusement. The annual discussion upon the free distribution of seeds by congressmen was precipitated in the house January 31 by Representative Moss of Indiana, who proposed an amendment to the agricultural bill increasing the appro- priation for garden and flower seed from $43,000 to $100,000, with a pro- vision that the seed should be dis- tributed by the secretary of agricul- ture. This proposition was voted down. Amusement was created by Representative Kustermann of Wis- consin, who said his constituents criti- cised congressmen "because their ar- guments would not go down and their seed would not come up." — Washing- ton Star. 140 The American Florist. Feb. 12, I Market Gardeners | Greenhouse Veiietable Growers and Market Gardeners' Association. C.W. Waid, NewCarlisle.Pa., President; Fraoklin DeKleine. Grand Rapids, Mich., Vice-President: S. W. Severance, 518 Illi- nois Life BuildioR, Louisville, Ky., Secre- tary; M. L. Ruetenik, Cleveland, O., Treas. Jf California asparagus is expected about the end of the month. The Mid-Winter Lettuce Crop. At this time of the year any num- ber of growers report their crops at a standstill, which is generally evidenced by a sharp rise in the market price. We know of at least one prominent grower who claims the rnidwinter crop never paid him, that is, It never came in a success. With modern green- houses such a grower admits that he does not know his business, or is too economical with coal. The latter is often the case. At this time we wish to point out a few of the troubles In order to help those who are looking for relief. The first and most serious set back is often given the young plants when inoving them from a warm plant house into a cooler growing house. Some start their seedlings on an en- closed bench with high bottom heat. Their system is one of the checks; each move means a downward one in temperature, which is wrong. We practice the opposite; our plants are grown cooler than the growing houses, or, if in the same house, we select the coolest end or corner for the plant bed. Thus started the reset plants go right to work, which is a great aid towards success. The second trouble is either lack of food, or an oversupply. Either is serious. Well decomposed manure is generally safe at any time, but we never add chemicals at planting time. If, after 10 days or two weeks, our plants are growing vigorously we be- gin to feed with chemicals, using ni- trate of soda and sulphate of potash, dry, between the rows. Our rule is to cultivate, then topdress, then water. Thus in another 10 days or two weeks they will be ready for a second feed- ing of same material. Just before the leaves lock we feed the third time, this time using soda and phosphates, either fine bone, guano or rock phosphate. Our rule for mixing these ingredients is very simple, based on experience only. We use one-half the weight of soda in sulphate of potash, or to 100 pounds of pulverized soda add 50 pounds potash. To the phosphates it is the opposite, we add one-half the weight of soda, or to 100 pounds of bone add 50 pounds of nitrate of soda. Thus when the soil activities are low we can stimulate our crops to make good time. To illustrate; We are now cut- ting a fine crop of lettuce, running close to one-half pound each, which was sown November 1, the first being cut February 1, while the ground used was crude yellow clay which had nev- er been manured; by adding horse manure and feeding as above good re- sults were obtained in a new house. Simon's Hot Weather Lettuce Is the best firm heading variety offered today to grow through the summer months, because it will not rot underneath IT WILL NOT BURN OR SCALD IN THE HEAD AND MAKES A FIRM HEAD IN HOT WEATHER. For full description and price send for 19K> Catalogue. I N SIMON ft SON PHILADELPHIA, PA. ■ ■ 111 WimUll « WVIlf Growers of Seed Specialties Formerly Market Gardeners. Market Gardeners. for SEEDS FOB THE MARKET GABDENEft are our specialtv. Quality, our first consideration. We have a very large and complete stock of all kinds of seeds and everything in the line of fruit trees, berry bushes, etc. Our new 112 page catalogue contains true description and no overdrawn illustrations. Our prices are right, quality considered. Market Gardeners are requested to write lor our Market Garden Wholesale Catalogue, sect free on request. GERMAN NURSERIES & SEED HOUSE BOX 245 Establi^tbed 1886 BEATRICE, NEB. In Concrete Plant Protec- tors. Early Tomatoes A tried and proven success. Keep cut frost and draw heat. Equal for forcing to the famous bell jars used in France. Field trials show four times the yif-ld. ripening a month ahead of season and value increased 100 times. No blight or insects. Useful for lettuce, rhubarb, melons, etc. Hold water for irrigation. Patent just issued on orotec tion: and line wire opens or closes 100 instantly. Illustrated treatise tells how to make them quickly at 2c each, how to make mold at 25c. Also lull information about this method. Each purchaser of book has privilege to make mold and protector. Mention this paper and send $1.00 for book. Money back if nut satisfied. J. A. HALEY, Seed Grower, Munith,Mich. CoDtracts to grow all kinds of Vegetable Plants. transplant(.'d or not. Also Gera- niums Colcus. Cannas, Salvias. Verbenas, Fansics, etc.. for spring delivery. Al stocl£ only. Correspondence solicited. AInnyn 1 Rn/an wholesale Fiori«t, AlUn^U J. Orydn, wash.ngton, New Jersey. The third factor is lack of air. Growers must learn to fire -wHh ven- tilators open whenever necessary. Thus, whenever the outside tempera- ture comes above freezing, we put on some air and sustain the temperature by firing if the sun is not shining. , Marketman. Prices of Indoor Fruits arid Vegetables. Chicago, February 9. — Mushrooms, 25 cents to 75 cents per pound; cucum- bers, $1.00 to 11.25 per dozen; lettuce, 40 cents per box; tomatoes, 20 cents per pound; radishes, 50 cents per dozen; asparagus, 25 cents to 40 cents per bunch; grapes, Gros Colman, 75 cents per pound. New York, February 5. — Mush- rooms, 40 cents to 55 cents per pound; cucumbers, extra, $1.75 per dozen; to- matoes, 25 cents per pound; radishes, 4 cents per bunch; asparagus, $6 per dozen bunches; rhubarb, 75 cents per dozen bunches; grapes, Gros Colman, 65 cents to 70 cents per pound; peaches, $3.50 per dozen. MOLINE, III. — Peterson & Eckstam Bros, have opened a retail store at 1229 Fifth avenue. They have green- houses at Tenth avenue west of Sixth street. Newark, O. — Kent Bros, report a big demand for carnations on McKin- ley day and say they could have sold many more if they had been forth- coming. You Need This Paper if You Force Vegetables The Weekly MARKET GROWERS' JOURNAL, is the ONLY paper published exclusively for market gardeners and truck farmeis. It carries a sp« cial departm*-nt devoted to tho greenhouse forcing of vegeta- bles and is theofflcial organ of the Greenhouse Vegetable Growers' and Market Gardeners' Association of America Recognized by De- partment ot Agriculture and Experiment Station officials as authority on vegetable forcing. What Eugene Davis Says Eugene Davis, of Grand Rapids. Mich., originator of Grand Rapids Lettuce and Davis' Perfect Cucumber, writes: "The articles on (^rowing Lettuce by Mr. W.iid and Growing Cucumbers by 'Grower' are worth ten years' subscription to a begin- ner." Subscription price $1.00 a year. 52 issues. Send us $1.00 today. If you are not satisfied .It the end of ihe year we will refund your money. Addrees MARKET GROWERS' JOURNAL, 531 Walker Bldg., LouIsviUe, Ky. MUSHROOMS HOW TO GROW THEM BY WM. FALCONBR. The Best American Book on the Subject. 170 Pages. 29 lUiutratioBS. Price 91.00. AMERICAN FLORIST CO. 324 Dearborn St., CHICAGO. VEGETABLE PLANTS. Cabbage, Wakefield and Successsion, $1.00 pe 1000; S.50 per 10.000- Parsley, 2Sc per 100; $1 25 Per »000. Lettuce, Big Bovton, Boston Market, Grand Rap- ids. $100 per 1000. — Cash with order. R .VINCENT, Jr.&SONSCO..^'&S?'^'"' Watcn tor our Trade Mark stamped on every brick of Lambert's Pure Culture Mushroom Spawn Substitution of cheaper grades is thus easily exposed. Fresh sample , -^ brick, with illustrated book, mailed -^^>^ postpaid by manufacturers upon re- ceipt of 40 cents in postage. Address Trade Mark, American Spawn Co., St.PaaUMinn igio. The American Florist. 141 Vauglian'SNew^ Flower Seods for present sowing 10 per cent Special CASH DISCOU NT.On orders over $2.00 for Flower Seeds if the cash is enclosed. 10 percent. This discount doc-s not apply to Asparagus Seed. Cash discount on this is 2 per cent. Trade pkt. Feverfew, Matricaria Capensis plenissima $0.10 Forgetnme-not, Vaughan's early and late flowering. . %-oz., 25c .10 Fuchsia, double and single varieties, mixed 260 seeds, 25c; 1.000 seeds. $2.00 Geranium, Apple-scented 200 seeds, 25c; 1000 seeds, $1.00 GreTillea Robusta silk oak 10 Linaria Cymballaria (Kenilworth Ivy) %-oz., 40c .15 Lantana Hybrids, mixed 05 Lemon Verbena 20 Lobelia Crystal Palace Compacta 10 Speciosa tor hanging baskets 'A oz., 15o .10 Emperor William, dwarf % oz., 25c Bedding Queen, best dwarf Va oz., 25c Maurandya. mixed ^ oz., 25c Mimulns (Musk Plant) 14 oz., 30c Pansies. Vaughan's International Mixture, per oz., $10.00; V2 oz.. $5.00; H oz., $1.50; trade pkt.. 60c. Vaughan's "Giant Pansy Mixture," % lb., $14.00; oz., $4.00; % oz., 60c; trade pkt.. 25c. Vaughan's Cut Flower Mixture, oz.. $8.00; VI oz., $2.00; V4 oz., $1.00; trade pkt., 60c. Petunia, Giants of California, mixed "Vaughan's Best" mixture of large flowering Petunias, Trade pkt. (1000 seeds), 50c. Vaughan's large flowering Double Petunias, trade pkt. (1000 seeds). $1.20. Primula Kewensis, Bright yellow 500 seeds, 50c Primula Oboonica Grandiflora, mixed. . .500 seeds, 25c Large flowering, pink 600 seeds, 25c Large flowering, pure white 500 seeds, 26c Gigantea Rosea 500 seeds, 50c Gigantea Kermesina 500 seeds. BOo New preliminary flower seed list ready. , . - . , J ... Trade pkt. oz. A^eratum, Imperial dwarf blue $0 10 $0 25 Imperial dwarf white '..*..'. lio .25 Blue Perfection, dwarf new .*".!!!!.'! ilO *40 Princess Victoria Louise, beautiful blue and white flovvers,' plants compact and free blooming jo .40 Little Blue star, new, best dwarf ' '25 Alyssum, Sweet ib., $i;25 '.K .15 Little Gem, extra fine strain 10 30 Balsam, Alba Perfecta. Largest and best double white. . H-oz.. 25c .20 100 Heconia, Single Tuberous-rooted giant mixed 50 Double tuberous-rooted, giant flowered, mixed '50 Vernon H-oz., 30c '.10 2.00 Luminosa Gracilis, new, better than Vernon 25 Berna. The foliage of this fine bedding Begonia is very dark. flowers are rather large, bright, carmine red 25 Ertordi. A splendid bedder. Blooms all summer 25 Bellis or Double Daisy, Vaughan's mammoth mixture. .1-16 oz., 35c .26 Vaughan's Mammoth White 1-16 oz., 35c .26 Longfellow dark pink V6 oz.,30c .15 2.50 Monstrosa. double white, double pink, new each 26c Browallia, Speciosa Major 25 Candytuft, Giant Hyacinth flowered white % oz.. 15o .05 .20 Canna, Vaughan's Special Mixture lb., $2.00 .10 .20 Celosia, Coxcomb, President Thiers 15 i.oo Centaurea, Candldlsslma (Dusty Miller) 25 .75 Gymnocarpa lb., $2.75 .05 .30 Cobaea Scandens. blue lb., $3.50 .10 .30 Clematis Panienlata, White, sweet scented lb., $5.00 .16 .50 Coleu.s, Mammoth rainbow 26 Large-leaved, mixed 25 Cyperus Alternifolius, Umbrella plant 15 1.00 Dracaena Indivisa 10 .30 Indivisa Lineata , 10 .40 Indivisa Latltolia 10 .40 Australis 10 .60 Daisy, Burbank's Shasta, new Double Fringed 60 Kcheveria (Hen and chicken), mixed, 100 seeds, 20c: 1000 seeds, $1.00 Metallica 100 seeds 36c; 1000 seeds $3.60 Secunda glauca 100 seeds 16c; 1000 seeds jl.OO Pyrethrum aureum. Golden Feather 10 .25 Salvia Sp'.endens. Clara Bedraan (Bonfire) 25 2.50 "Drooping Spikes" % oz., $1.00 .25 Zurich, new, very dwarf and early 25 Stocks, large flowering, extra choice, mixed 25 1.60 Pure White, Brilliant Rose, Bright Crimson, Blood- Red. Light Blue, Canary Yellow, Dark Blue. oz. Each % oz., 35c .25 2.00 $0.26 White Perfection or Princess Alice, Blood-Red, Brilliant Lilac, Pink. Each % oz., 40c .25 2.50 ■^^ Mixed, the above colors and others % oz., 35c .20 2.00 Stock, Prince Bismarck Wliite, A new stock of robust pyramidal growth '/6 oz., 75c .25 Prince Bismarcli Goldhall, canary yellow 25 ,50 " '* Lavender 25 1.20 Beauty of Nice, flesh pink Vi oz., 50c .15 2.00 .15 " " White Vi oz., 36o .10 1.20 " " Crimson % oz., 6O0 .25 1.00 " *' Almond-Flowered, new...% oz., 50c .25 .50 '* ** Queen Alexander, rosy 1.00 lilac, fine color 'A oz., 40o .25 1.50 1.50 " " Giant Abundance, a beau- 1.00 tiful carmine rose 26 l-OO Smilax, new crop lb., $3.60 .10 .26 Tbunbergla, mixed 10 .40 Torenia, Fournlerl Grandiflora % oz.. 30c .10 White Wings, white H oz., 30o .10 Bailloni 1-16 oz., 60c .25 Trade pkt. VI oz. Oz. Verbena, Vaughan's Best Mixture $0.25 $0.50 $2.00 Mammoth, mixed 10 .25 .80 White 15 .25 1.00 Purple 25 .60 2.00 Firefly, scarlet, white eye -^ .15 .40 1.20 Defiance, brightest scarlet 10 .60 Dark blue with a -white eye 10 .20 .70 Vinca Rosea. Rosea fl. albo and pure white, each .10 .60 Mignonette, True Machet V4 oz., 25c; 2 ozs., 75c .10 .50 New York Market. Packet about 1000 seeds, 50c % oz., $1.00; oz., $7.00. Please write for same if you have not received one. .10 .15 .10 .10 .25 VAUGHAN'S SEED STORE, 25 Barclay St., NEW YORK. 84 and 86 Randolph SU 803 W. Randolph St. CHICAGO. National Forest Experiments With Cork. Cork oak is to be given a tViorough trial in the national forests. The Bureau of Plant industry of the Department of Agriculture has as- signed 2,000 one-year seedlings of cork oak, now at a nursery at Chico, Calif., to be used by the forest service for experimental planting. Fifteen hun- dred of these seedlings will be tried on the Santa Barbara national forest and 500 on the Monterey national for- est in southern California. Arrange- ments have already been made with the district forester for carrying out the work, and the planting will be done as soon as possible. One hun- dred seedlings will also be sent to Prof. Gowsell of the forest school at Point Loma, Calif., for experimental use by him there. In addition to these experiments in California, it is expected that 100 pounds of cork oak acorns will be se- cured from Catalonia, Spain, to be used for experimental purposes in Dis- trict 6 next fall. Cork oaks of consid- erable size have already been raised in California, and it seems entirely probable that they can be planted quite extensively in that state as well as to some extent in Florida. PHILADELPHLA, Pa. — Thieves entered the store of Frank Polites, 1418 Chest- nut street, January 23. and stole $43 from the cash drawer. 142 The American Florist. Feb. IJ, The Nursery Trade Amarloan AasoclatloH of NnracrynieB. F.H. Stanaard. Ottawa. Kans.. President: W. P.Stark. Louisiana. Mo.. Vice-President'. John Hall. Rochester, N. Y.. Sec'y. Tblrty-^th annual convention to be held ■t Denver. Colo.. June 8-10. 1910. SAMUEI- C. MOON. Morrisville, Pa., has been re-elected president of the Pennsylvania Nurserymen's Associa- tion. Pbofessoe Si kface, state zoologist of Pennsylvania, is very optimistic about fruit planting in the state and has no use for the croakers who are talking about overproduction. Plant the right varieties. Mr. Surface says, in effect, and look after the trees so that good fruit is produced and there ■will be a market for it all right. The well-known Holland firm of Jacs Smits. Ltd., Naarden, will, in future, be known as Jacs Smits & Co. The firm consists of Jacs Smits and P. Dwars, who has bought all the stock of the late firm and will con- tinue to send out the same first-class grades of stock that have been sent from this nursery for many years. SUFFlEr.D, Conn. — Notwithstanding the aid of clever "tree surgeons" it has been found impossible to prolong the life of the Trumbull elm and this historic old tree had to be felled, which was done February 5. A large elm standing near the National bank of Suffield, which was doctored ai the same time as the Trumbull elm last summer, and under which General Washington is said more than once to have eaten his lunch, fared better and by the aid of several barrels of cement was made solid enough to last for many more years. Seedling: Phloxes. Some plants as well as animals have a remarkable prepotency, that is the power of impressing themselves on their offspring. Some phloxes like Mme. Meuret will reproduce them- selves. Cross of Honor never does this, the plant almost invariably pro- ducing flowers of a lilac tinge. Crep- uscule does not always reproduce its own color but invariably gives a sym- metrical head and a very large floret and continuous bloom. We find this the most satisfactory of all to breed from. Plant the best sorts in close proximity and let the bees do the rest. Nature makes no mistakes in the blending of colors. A large bed of seedling phloxes in continuous bloom until November 1 is one of the finest spectacles of the flower garden. Out of 1,000 many of marvelous beauty may be selected. The Phlox Manual tells how to raise from seed. A little girl following directions has raised some as fine as those produced by European experts. A correspondent said that fi-om some well bred seed we sent him he secured one that $10 would not buy. Said he "I first saw it in the dark. It shone like a lamp." Another secured one. with variegated foliage. In short we find ourselves in wonderland. Some of ours have richly variegated blooms. Seed must always bo sown in the fall. The next summer the plants bloom and you know in a short time just what you are doing. C. S. Harrison. Experiment Station, York, Neb. Nashville. The State Horticultural Society and thi' State Nurserymen's Association, two important organizations, with a community of interests, federated to- gether for mutual benefit and im- provement, held their fifth annual convention January 26-27, at the Tu- lane hotel assembly room. It was by far the most successful and well attended meeting yet held. An in- creased interest in these subjects and the organizations devoted to their welfare, is being taken all over the state, as was evidenced by the large attendance, there being more than 150 delegates present during the session. Every section of the state was repre- sented by those who desired to get the benefit of the experience of ex- pert fruit growers. The Horticultural Society held its meeting on the first day, with Presi- dent W. P. Wade, of Kenton, in the chair. The secretary and treasurer is Charles A. Keffer, of Knoxville. The address of welcome was delivered by Hon. John W, Thompson, state com- inissioner of agriculture, and many interesting papers were read. At the evening session the president gave a paper on "Spraying," which was so full of good suggestions and so in- structive that many questions were asked and many facts absorbed by the delegates to take home with them. The annual election put the follow- ing in oflSce: J. D. Ellis. Dayton, president; I. C. Murphy, Columbia, vice-president for middle Tennessee; C. Pennington. Rutherford, vice-presi- dent for west Tennessee: J. C East- erly. Cleveland, vice-president, east Tennessee; Charles A, Keffer. Knox- ville, secretary and treasurer. The society then adjourned to make way for the meeting of the Nursery- men's Association, which was opened by an address of welcome by Col. J. H. McDowell, after having been called to order by President J. C. Hale, of Win- chester. I. C. Murphy, of Columbia, instructed those present in regard to the "Care of Young Trees in the Or- chard." Mr. Murphy has specialized fruit raising, and his observations were of much value to those present. Au- brey Frank, of Winchester, in a paper on "Ofl3ce Methods." told how fruit growers could be helped by system; A. I. Smith, of Knoxville. told the neces- sity of "Growing Better Nursery Stock"; J. N. Miller, of Winchester, and W. W. Twitty. of Blanche, partici- pated in the above discussion, giving many valuable suggestions. "Grape Growing," a profitable industry in tho state, was ably discussed by T. W. Sowell, of Columbia; J. H. Austin, of Antioch, urged "Nurserymen Pulling Together a Little More," while J. D. Ellis, of Dayton, thought there should be more "Co-operation of Nurserymen and Orchardists." It was the opinion of these gentlemen that by co-opera- tion Tennessee would become one of the largest fruit producing states of the Union. "Pruning Nursery Stock" was discussed by R. O. Lamar, of Pulaski, and A. A. Newsom. of Knoxville. The principal addre.ss of the after- noon session was delivered by Prof. G. M. Bentley on the "San Jose Scale"; W. A. Easterly, of Cleveland, read a paper on "Desirable New Fruits Which Should be Grown in Tennes- see." "Land.scape Gardening from a Nurseryman's Point of View" was ably discussed by A. J. Byrns, of Sylvia; E. N. Chattin, of Winchester, talked about "Pecans — Can They be Profit- ably Raised in Tennessee?" James Webb, of Smithville, spoke on the "Reliability of Nurserymen," while Otto Henninger, of Memphis, discussed "Spraying Practices Which Pay"; Charles Pennington, of Rutherford, read a paper on "How Does Selling Better Fruit Help the Nur.-ervman?" W. H. Stark, of the firm of Stark Bros., of Louisiana. Mo., having the largest nursery and orchard company in the world, was the guest of honor of the' convention. He made an interesting address, and at the close of the meet- ing presented each one present with a sample of his apples, the finest to be seen anywhere. The closing address, which was fine, was made by the re- tiring president, J. C. Hale, of Win- chester, who spoke on the "Future Nursery Business." The election of officers for the en- suing year resulted as follows: A. I. Smith, Knoxville. president; J. M. Miller, Winchester, vice-presi- dent of the state at large; A. J. Flet- cher, Cleveland, vice-president, east Tennessee; R. O. Lamar. Pulaski, vice- president, middle Tennessee; W. W. Baird Humboldt, vice-president, west Tennessee; G. M. Bentley, of Knox- ville, secretary and treasurer. A legis- lative committee to look after the in- terests of the organizations before the state legislature was appointed as fol- lows: Col. John Thompson (chair- man); Prof. H. M. Morgan. Prof. G. M. Bentley. Percy Brown. Hon. Oeo. E. Parks, J. L. Jones and J. C. Hale. The adjournment marked the closing of one of the most successful and en- thusiastic meetings in the history of the two associations. M. C. D. Nut Notes. As yet the pecan industry is young, very young: it has not yet reached its majority as a cosmopolitan horticul- tural industry in its possible range of cultivation, but already forces are at work, which augur well for the future. Among them, the attention which it is receiving from experiment station workers and the organization of the National Nut Growers' Association, are noteworthy. J. B. Wight says "Briefly putting it, there is money in pecan growing, for the one who knows his business and takes care of his trees. The careless and ignorant man, who thinks a pecan tree should be set and cared for as a post, can find other methods for throwing away his money that are just as satisfactory." For Immediate Delivery Dormant, field grown, own roots Sweetheart, Tausendschon, T. Bliun- schen, Barbier, 20c each. La Fiamma, Trier, Dorothy Perkins, Lady Gay, Debutante, Hiawatha, 12c each. Clematis Paniculate Field Grown 1-year 6 cents. 2-year 10 cents Dutch Hyacinths. Named varieties, single and double, 46 kinds. First size bulbs, $6.00 per 100; extralarge exhibition size, $10,00 per 100. Chinese Sacred Lilies $3.00 per 100; $26.00 per 1000. Hydrangea PanicuJata Grandiflora, 18 to 24 ins 6c. 2 to 3 feet 9c Viburnum Plicatum. 2 to 3 feet 12c. 3 to 3V^ feet... 15c Write for our special prices on- Hardy Shrubs. THE DINGEE S CONARS CO., West Grove, Penna. igio. The American Florist. 143 When TravelJD^ in Europe Do not forget to inspect our nurseries. We grow immense quantities of Rhododendrons, Azaleas, Magnolias, Boxwood, Conifers, Pot-grown plants for forcing, Lily of the Valley, Evergreens, etc. of high grade and quality. Our nurseries are on sandy soil from which trees transplant readily. From Amsterdam to our nurseries it is only 25 minutes by rail and a train runs every hour. Catalogue Free on Application, JACS SMITS & CO., Naarden, Holland. Long Distance Phone. Bussum 33. Cable Address, Smits-Naarden. Phoenix Nursery Company Nurserymen and Floriata BLOOMINGTON, ILLINOIS ^end list of wants for prices. Wholesale catalog lor sprine issued Feb. 1st The choicest member of the Brazil nut group is the true butternut of the tropics, which is very seldom found outside that region. Its flavor is very delicate and delicious, but it does not keep well; and if it would bear ship- ment successfully the available sup- ply is at present very small. New ROCHEILE, N. T. — The New York, Westchester and Boston Rail- way Co. has brought proceedings in the supreme court to condemn prop- erty owned by Henry Siebrecht, on North street. It needs a large section of the gardens and it will be neces- sary to move a number of Mr. Sie- brecht's greenhouses in order to have room for its roadbed. This route is to be part of the branch road to White Plains. Several other tracts of land will also be condemned by the road In Rochelle Park and in the town of White Plains. BOMINK & ATKINS Nurserymen and Florists, RUTHERFORD, N. J. Choice Evergreens and Conifers, Shade and Ornamental Trees, Herbaceous Plants. Large collection of DECORATIVE PLANTS, such as Palms, Ferns, Bay Trees, Etc. -ASK FOR WHOIvESALE CATAIvOG- Beautiful ! Novel I Valuable I The Newest Li lacs Double and Single Extraordinary Offering The improvement iii the Lilac, especially in the double sorts, IS marvelous, and all lovers of this llower will be de- litihted withlliese novelties. In size, form and color they far surpass tlie old favorites and we conHilently roconimond them to our patrons. Nothing that has been introduced recently is likely to prove so popular as the new Lilacs. A beautiful i llustrated booklet on Lilacs will be mailed on reijuest, also our Illu.slrated General Cataloirue, which 'iiiains accurate and Lrusl worthy descriptions of tlie best FRUIT AND ORNAMENTAL TREES, SHRUBS, ROSES and HARDY PLANTS Ellwanger& Barry, MoDnt Hope Nnrseries. Rochester, N.Y. STOCK FOR FLORISTS ROSES for Forcing— Hybrid Pcrpetuals and Ramblers, all the best ones: fine, strone stuff. Clematis. Ampelopals, Tree Hydrangeas and Ulacs, ShruDs, Vines and Perennials. Write for prices. JACKSON S PERKINS CO., Newark (near Rochester), New York Nurserymen and Florists. Wholesale only. Use printed stationery. JOHN T. WITHERS, Inc. Landscape Architect and Forester 1 Montgomery St. , JERSEY OTY, N. J- Tree Renovation by Expert Operators. Stere- opticon lectures on Horticulture and Arboriculture. Mention the American Florist when writing LARGE TREES OAKS and MAPLES Pines and Hemlock* ANDORRA NURSERIES. Wm. Warner Harper. Prop. Chestnnt Hill, FHQA., PA. Peonies.... Lucretia Dewberry In large quantities. If in need write GILBERT H. WILD, Sarcoxie, Mo. Wanted. 2000 Sweet Briar Roses for hedge, seedlings, 6 to 10 inches or more. WM. DE6NER, Goeur D'Alene, Idaho, Arbor Vitae (Ttinya Occidentalls.) A splendid stock of 3 to 4 ft. and 4 ts 5 ft. trees. Write for descriptions and prices. The Wm. H. Moon Co., MORRISVnXE. PA. Mention the American Florist when writing DAHLIAS Jack Rose and other best Cut Flower varieties. Write for list and prices. PEACOCK DAHLIA FARMS Wllllamstown Junction, N. J. New Berries Send for our up-to-date tested Berry Plant Catalogue. Barrydale Experiment Gardens, Holland, Mich. TheVery Best GRAPE CUTTINGS '^"' Uool.'''" PURE STOCK. 1,000,000 XXX Cuttings. CHARLES C. NASH, Kalamazoo. Mich. CIVIL ENGINKR and Landscape Architect Pbone Barclay 6084—229 Broadway. New York Designs, Estimates, Construction of Grounds. Eugene Pitou, Jr. 144 The American Florist. Feb. 12* CARNATION BAY STATE $3.00 Per Hundred.- SAVING bought a large stock of this new Variegated Carnation last year, we can ofier first-class rooted cuttings of this variety at $3.00 per 100. Also rooted cuttings of — ' Beacon, Enchantress, Rose Pink Enchantress, Victory, White Enchantress, White Perfection, Winona, WinSOr, at $3.00 per lOO. Unrooted cuttings, $2.00 per 100. Reduced prices made on large orders. Send orders as early as possible. FRESH CUT FLOWERS shipped to all parts of New England and Canada. High Grade Carnation Blooms our specialty; shipped direct from the grower to the retailer at wholesale price. SHEPARD'S GARDEN CARNATION GO. 292 Fairmont street, LOWELL, MASS HEADQUARTERS OF Azalea lodicaforEaster All well budded and as round as an apple. In Easter Varieties we h^ve the following in Urge sizes, well budded: Bernard Andreas Alba, white Niobe. double white: Helena Thielman. rose; Empress of India, Apollo, red: De Schryv- eriana. double variejated; Dr. Moore, pink: Mme Van der Cruyssen. pink; Louis Van Houtte lare:e double red: Simon Mardner. Ver- v«eneana and Deutsche Perle. white. Price. $1.25. 11.50. $2.00 to $2.50. In smaller sizes we have Mme. Van der Cruyssen Simon Mardner. Apollo. Niobe Empress of India. Deutsche Perle. De Scbryveriana Ver- vaeneana. etc. Price. 50c, 75c $1 00. $1.25. Azaleas in bloom, in the following' varieties: Mme Petrick. pink: Simon Mardner, pink; Deutsche Perle, white; Apollo, red; and Ver- vasneana 75c. $1.00 81.25 to$1.50. Cinerarias* Aschmann's well known strain, in bud or without, 6-in, pots. 25c to 35c, Healla Forsterlana, 30-35 40-50 in. high. $1.50 12.00, $2.50 t3 $3.00 each: 4-in., 20c. Hentla Belmoreana. 4-in.. 25c; 3-in.. 10c. Cocos Weddelllana, 3-in 15c Latanla Borbontca, 4-in 20c Areca Lntescens* 5-in. pots, made np 35c Beifonla Flambean. 4-in,, 15c. Ferns, Neph. Todeaoides, 5V^-6-7 in.. 35c, 40c 50c 75c to «1.00. AtrparailDs Plnmosas, 2H-in.,3c: 3-in. (large), 6c: 4-in.. 10c. Sprenderl, 3-in., 5c: 4 in.. 10c. Pterls Victoria [silver-leaved fern), in 6iD. pans, 3 plants in a pan, very attractive, 30c per pan Cash with order, please. Please state if in or out of pots. All plants must travel at purchaser's risk only GODFREY ASCHMANN, Importer and Wholesale Grower of Pot Flaots. 1012 WeatOatarioSt.. PHILADELPBIA, PA. St. Louis. CARNATIONS PLENTIFUL. The past week was the closing ot the season. This weelc Lent starts and the first few days will cause a slig-ht let up. During the past week carnations were more plentiful. There has been quite a demand for red car- nations and anything- good brought four cents. Quite a few split carna- tions are on the market. Tulips, jon- quils and freesias are coming in, also some extra fine lily of the valley. The bright weather has brought out violets and they are selling from $1.50 to $3 per 1000. Sweet peas are coming in fine and with long stems. NOTES. The greenhouses and dwelling house of the Michel Plant & Bulb Co. were sold by Receiver Coleman to George Waldbart, for $6,500. Jules Bourdet will have charge of the greenhouses. Mr. Waldbart has not decided what he intends to do with the greenhouses: probably he will grow for his retail trade and sell the surplus to the wholesale market. We regret to announce the death of Martha Hentschel of Webster Grove, Carnations 1 ROOTED CUTTINGS Per 100 Per 1000 Mrs. C. W. Ward $12 00 $100 00 Alma Ward 15 00 125 00 Mrs. J. C. Vau^an, Bay State, Georgia and O. P. Bassett 600 5000 While Enchantress, Beacon, Robert Craig, Afterglow, Rose Pink Enchantress and Harlowarden 3 50 30 00 New Crop Early Flowering Single Chrysanthemum Seed and Gold Medal Pentstemons at 25c and $1.00 pt-T packago. I CHARLES H. TOTTY, Madison, N.J. { r ^ Chrysanthemums. All orders booked now for Early Delivery. Write for Catalogvie. ELMER D. SMITH & CO. ADRIAN, MICH. Robert Craig Co... a^s PALMS and Novelties in Decorative Plants. Market and 49th Sts., Pliiladelpiiia, Pa wife of Ernest Hentschel. The funeral took place on Monday. Floral offer- ings were numerous. Her death was very sudden and the sympathy of the craft is with the bereaved family. The Woodbine Floral Co. is bring- ing some extra fine sweet peas to the market. This firm has four houses 22x100 feet and expects to .build a house 22x100 feet this summer with propagating house. P. C. Weber has resigned from the executive committee of the Horticul- tural Society, also the treasurership. Harry Young of the firm of Young & Sons is now treasurer. John Connon is under the weather. His brother Charlie is attending for Verbenas for Everybody..... Of the finest vari- eties that ever grew, 70c per 100: $6.00 per 1000. Mums, the good kind. $1.25 per ICO: $10.00 per 1000. Daisies, white and vellow, $1.00 per 100: $8.00 per 1000. Onr bie double Giant Alyssnm, 80c per 100 $7.00 per 1000. Feverfew,$1.25 per 100: $10.00 per 1000. We prepay express charges 00 all rooted cuttings and guar- antee satisfaction. C. HUMFELD, Tlie Rooted Cutting Specialist, CLAY CENTER, KANS. WeU Rooted Carnation Cuttings Per 100 Per 1000 Ejichantress $2 00 $18 00 Sarah Hill, white 4 00 35 00 LawsoD Enchantress, pink 2 50 20 00 Lawson.pink 2 00 15 00 W. H. Taft. red 4 50 40 00 Beacon, red 3 00 25 00 Victory, red 2 50 20 00 LawsoD.varierated 2 50 20 00 Cash with order or C. O. D. SCHEIDEN & SCHOOS, 517Asbury Ave.. Evanston. III. Mention the American Florist when writing him. They are shipping some fine jonquils and tulips to the market. John Barnard, of the Grimm & Gorly Floral Co., has been seriously indisposed during the past week. Cliarlie Beyer is laid up with the gout and unable to get around. W. F. Grand Rapids, Mich. — Cukerski's new greenhouse at West Fulton street and Valley avenue, is completed. jgio. The American Florist. 146 Vincent Specials... Double Lobelia, Kathleen Mallard: Alyssum, Giant and Dwarf Double; Lemon Verbenas; Fncbslas, 6 varieties: Salvia Bonfire; Petnnias, double mixed: Colei(l, Golden Bedder and Ver- scliafleltii; Parlor Ivy, 2 in. pots $'.00 per 100: 3-in pots. J3.00 per 100. Hardy Cbrysanthe- mums: We have the largest collection in the country. $2.00 per 100. from 2-in. pots not less than 5 of a kind. R. Vincent, Jr., & Sons Co. WHITE MARSH, MD. CANNAS. We have a surplus of the following varieties, trne to name, and offer them at a reisarkably low ;rice until sold Alsace. Cbas. Henderson, Duke of MarlborouKh, Capt. Drugeon (one of .he best yellows). Mile. Berat, Defender, Kate Gray, Pennsylvania, %\ .75 per inO: $15.00 per lOOO David Hanun, Florence Vanghan, $2 25 per IfX): $2ii.0O per liXlO. Igandale, t2 50 per 100. King Hambart, $6.(0 per 100. The above varieties mixed $8.00 per 1000. WALTER W. COLES, Kokomo, bid. CANNAS Dahlias, Ferns, Asparagus, Ficus See classified departnient for prices. Wagner Park Conservatories, Sidney, 0. SPECIALTIES. Roses, from 3 in pots. Cbrysanthemums Carnations for fall delivery. Srnllax, Violets IN BEST VARIETIES. Prices low. Send for list. Wood Brothers. £^iX^: Pittsburg. TRADE GOOD. Notwithstanding the high prices on foods, etc., the flower lovers manage to be quite liberal witli the retailers. Combining this with the funeral work, which has been quite plentiful the past week, trade looks good. The cut flower market is still as full as can be expected, considering the extreme cold weather. Carnations are still very plentiful with a greater amount of dark pink. Prices are not as they should be. The street stands are sell- ing good stock at 25 cents per dozen. Lily of the valley is a drug on the market, fancy stock is going at two and three cents; jonquils, lilies and roses are moving out nicely, with violets close. Lent is now very close, and we can figure on business lagging some- what during these 40 days. NOTES. The Florists' and Gardeners' Club held its regular meeting February 1 and had a very enthusiastic evening; the various committees were dis- charged. A motion was made to de- cide at the next meeting what to do with the surplus funds unused at the convention. The subjects for the meet- ing were "Cyclamens," "Cypriped- iums" and "Cinerarias." The first prize was awarded to D. Frazier; sec- ond to Frank Crooks. Julius Roehrs Co., Rutherford, N. J., showed some very fine cyclamens. Jos. Seaman Co., Washington, was sold out at receivers' sale; C. A. Dun of that place bought the store. A. W. .Smith Co. is showing a very pretty window in the way of a banquet table. J NEW Carnations The two prize-winning introductions of the Cottage Gardens. MRS. C. W. WARD MRS. C. W. WARD is a perfectly formed flower with full center; color deep pink, several shades lighter than Lawson, deeper than Winsor: having strong, erect stems. 24 to 36 inches in length. .\ vigorous, healthy grower, and has never shown disease of any kind. AWARDS Society of American Florists. Silver Medal, Boston, 1906: The Craig Cup for Best Seedling, Philadelphia. 1906: The Lawion Bronze Medal. Washington. 1908- The Horticultural Society of N. Y.. Silver Medal Sweepstake prize for best 100 blooms. New York. 1909: The Horticultural Society of N. Y.. Diploma for best new variety. New York. 1909, PRICE: Rooted Cuttings, $2.00 per 12. S12.00 per 100. $100.00: per 1000. 25 at the 100 rate; 250 at the 1000 rate. Delivery February 20th. ALMA WARD This beautiful Carnation is pure white except during dark weather when it shows delicate splashings of pink similar to the Cattleya Orchid, increasing its popularity. ALMA WARD is the largest and most fragrant Carnation ever grown, producing perfect flowers. Vr'z to 4V2 inches in diameter, on strong, erect stems, 36 to 42 inches in length, AWARDS The Lawson Silver Medal, Toronto. 1907 (no Gold Medal having been awarded); The Lawson Gold Medal, Washington, 1908; The Society of American Florists' Silver Medal, Washington, I9C8. PRICE : Rooted Cuttings, $3.00 per 12, $5.00 per 25. $9.00 per 50. .$15.00 per ICO. $35.00 per 250 $65.00 per 500. $120.00 per 1000, Delivery March 1st. These varieties bring from $2.00 to ,$4.00 per 100 more than any other carnation sold in the New York market. Cottage Gardens Co., Inc. QUEENS, LONG ISLAND, N. Y. White Killarney, My Maryland, Pink Killarney Rooted cuttings and 2Hin. plants. Booking orders now for future deliveries. The Right Place— The Right Goods— The Right Prices— Gome and See Them Grow. R. C. 100 lOOO 2y2-iBCh White Killarney.... $6 50 $60 00 Grafted, Pink Killarney 4 00 35 00 • Grafted, My Maryland 4 00 35 00 Grafted, 100 1000 50 $ 75 00 14 00 125 00 6 00 12 00 6 00 12 00 55 00 110 00 55 00 110 00 R. C. 2H-inch 100 lOOO 100 1000 Richmond $3 SO $30 00 $5 50 $50 00 Maids 300 25 00 5 00 45 00 Brides 3 0« 25 00 5 00 45 00 .American Beauties.. 4 00 35 00 7 00 65 00 Maids and Brides grown to ordi?r only. 3H-in. sizes will be offered, when ready, at 40% increase over 2^-in, You cannot afford to buy poor stock at 5056 less. POEHLMANN BROS. CO.. Morton Grove, III. We are now shipping fine strong cuttings of Shasta as fast as they are ready to come out of the cutting bench. We have enough orders booked to take all that will be ready up to Feb. 15, If you want late February delivery yooi should get your order in at once. Come and see it growing; once you see it, )'0U will want to grow it. $12.00 per 100; $100.00 per 1000. — Send all orders to BAUR & SMITH, Indianapolis, Ind. Send Advertisements Early for Best Display. 14:B The American Florist. Feb. 12, Or»olxici«».. We have cbaci^red our domicile from Secau- cus.N. J., to Mamaroneck. N. Y. We are largest collectors and importers of Orchids and are DOW booking orders for all the com mercial Cattleyas for delivery next sprioE GARRILLO & BALDWIN, Mamaroneck, N. Y. BAY TREES. standard*. Pyramids and Colomni. ORCHIDS DIKICT FROM TBS WOODS Cattlqra Trianac, C Gi^as and other commercial varietiM. JUUUS ROEHRS CO., RutliertonI, N. J. Orchids #i Arrived in fine condition: Cattleya War nerii, C. Harrisonise. C. Gaskelliana and C. Gifas (Hardyana type): also Dendrobium Phaijenopsis Schroederianum and Odonto- fflossum luteo-purpureum. Latter S Hurre^, Suynmit, N. J. Boston Notes. The Draper funeral at Hopedale brought quantities of floral tributes from all over th«^ country. It is only on rare occasions that we have the opportunity of inspecting the work of so many prominent artists and com- paring the styles of workmanship. New Tork, Washington, Boston and other cities sent their best, a splendid illustration of the progress the de- signer has made in his art, not alone in one section but throughout the en- tire country. There seems to be an unusual amouint of trouble amongst the sales- men handling roses lately. Many bad cases of sore hands are reported, sev- eral cases requiring medical aid. One of the worst cases brought to our no- tice is that of one of Galvin's men. Both hands are badly punctured with thorns and in each instance this has caused considerable inconvenience for a long time owing to festering. There is probably no more regular visitor to the market than Chas. R. Dane of Roxbury. Mr. Dane has al- ways been an early bird and is gener- ally on the way home before many of the other regulars get in. The last assembly of the season on Friday evening at the Somerest proved to be the most brilliant of the series and the local market was thoroughly cleaned up on orchids, gardenias and lily of the valley. John Jansky, who fornfierly con- fined himself to making florists' wire frames, has branched out and is now dealing in florists' supplies and green goods. John Fee, for many years closely associated with the growing of good bulbous stock, is keeping up the usual high standard this season. S. Hoffman is making elaborate preparations for Easter. He is grow- ing a fine stock of flowering plants at Mount Auburn. The Budlong Sons Co. is unusually strong on Mme. Chatenay and My Maryland roses just now. E. MacMulkin reports business as good for this season, with an unusual amount of funeral work. The Galviri stores report an unus- ual amount of funeral work. R. MONTPELIER, IND. — C. E. Stinson, of the Montpelier Greenhouses, had many more orders for carnations for Mc- Kinley day than he could fill. VAUGHAN'S UST OF Dormant Stock Crimson Ramblers. Per doz. Per 100 2 years old. 2 to 3 feet, well branched, own roots $2.0» 2 years old. 2 to 3 feet, well branched, budded 2.00 3 years old, 3 to 5 feet, well branched budded 3.00 4-inch pots Baby Rambler. Dormant, field-erown. TaUSendSChOn. Per doz. Per 100 2-yr. old, dormant, erafted plants $3.50 125.00 Lady Gay. 2 yr. old. dormant stock $3.00 $20.00 White Baby Rambler. 3inch $ .15 4inch 25 $2.50 $20.00 $15.00 15.00 18.00 10.00 1000 Per doz. 100 1st size, selected, budded. 3years $2.50 $16.00 $150.00 2nd size, selected, erafted, 2years 2.00 12.00 106.00 Pot-grown. 2Hinch $ .75 5.00 3-inch 1.25 800 4inch 2.00 12.00 Azalea Mollis Each 15 to 20 buds $0 50 40 to 50 buds 1 00 Doz. ion $ 5 00 $40 00 10 00 Deutzia Each 25 Lemoinei.7-in. Magnolia Soulangeana, 3 to 4-ft.. $1,50 each; $14.00 doz. Doz. 2 50 lOO 20 00 All Plants F. O. B. \W»st^n Springs, lU.; Vaughan's Seed Store, 84-86 Randolph St.. CHICA60. Greenliouses and Nurseries: 25 Barclay St., NEW YORK, Western Springs, m. Write for 1910 Catalogue jt > ^ Commercial varieties in any quantity. Guaranteed direct from collector, Advance orders insure good plants and prompt delivery. G. L. FREEMAN, 388 Appleton Si., Holyoke, Mass. Cleveland. BUSINESS FAIR. There has been nothing out of the ordinary doing in the cut flower busi- ness. While wholesalers have been cleaning up fairly well it is due to small receipts of stock, rather than to an unusually heavy demand. Funeral work, with an occasional wedding thrown in, are the mainstays, noth- ing to brag about being done in the decorative line. Carnations are be- coming more plentiful daily, the absence of a suflBcient supply of roses to fill orders aiding the sale of carnations considerably. Roses of all grades are still short in sup- ply. The demand for orchids and lily of the valley have been very slow. Violets are moving nicely and advance orders already booked for St. Valen- tine's day show that retailers ex- pect a good business. Adiantum is in good demand. Asparagus plumosus and A. Sprengeri are a little short in supply, with a good demand. NOTES. Adam Graham, Jr., 13052 Euclid avenue. East Cleveland, captured a burglar in the home of his father at 12341 Euclid avenue at 7 a. m. Wednes- day and turned him over to the police. Graham was unarmed, while the burg- lar had both a gun and knife on his person. Adam Graham, Sr., and wife left recently on a trio around the world and their home was unoccupied. The wholesalers will play the re- tailers on the Schwartzenburg alleys on Sheriff street, February 9. Monday morning, February 7 trade opened up briskly, the funeral of H. R. Newcomb, one of the city's most prominent bankers, causing quite a stir in the flower market. On February 15 Halle Bros. Co. will move to the new store, which ought to help considerable. C. B. DBLE. PETUNIA 2 in. $2 00 per 100 SinUax,2-in.,$1.25 per 100. Abntilons, 3 kinds. 2 inch.2Hc. Cupliea, 2 in..lHc. Poinsettlas.stock planis. 5c. Geraniams, Double Grant. Castel- laine, Nutt. Buchncr. Gen Grant 2 in., 2c. Colens 10 kinds, Ageratiun, 3 kinds. $1.50 per 100. PRIMULA PrlauilaObconlca, 2-ia.. 2c: 4 in., in bud and bloom. 8c. Rooted Cuttings, prepaid per 100. Heliotrope, $1.00; Fuchsia, S kinds, Sl.OO; Paris Daily, yellow white. .tl.OO: Cuphea, 7.5c. Vinca Varlegata, 90c Coleus, 10 kinds. bOc: Altemanthera, 3 kinds. JOc Ageratom. Skinds. 60c: Swainsona alba. $1.00 DM. Petunias, 10 kinds. Sl.OO. Flowering BegO' nias, 8 kinds, $1.25. Cash with order. BYER BROS., Ghambersburg, Pa. ORCHIDS... Largest Importers, Exporters, Growen, and Hybridists in the World. SANDER, St. Albans, Eng. NEW TORK OmCE: Room 1, 235 Broadway. X. MXLLSraOM. Afent. 300 for $5.0O Ivy Geraniums, Cinerarias, Asp. Sprengeri, Primula ubconlca, Alyssum, out o( 2Hin. pots. S2.00 prr 100. 300 for J5.U0. Pansies, Forget-me-nots and Daisies (Bellis). fine plants. $2.00 per 1000. J. C. SCHMIDT, Bristol, Pa. Geraniums AU sold for February, orders booked for March 7th and later delivery. Nutt at $10.00 Poitevine and Ricard at $12.50 per 1000. PLUMOSUS, $25.00 per 1000 I „ , y, SPRENGERI 15.00 per 1000 f '*«"'' "»"• ALBERT M. HERR, Lancaster, Pa. igio. The American Florist. 147 Carnations Laic Deliv- ery Prices. Ready to Ship About Marcli 15. White Perfection, Rose Pinic, After^ow, En- chantress and Victory at $15.00 per 1000. White Enchantress at $17.50 per 1000, Lawson Enchantress, Winona and Beacon at $20.00 per lOOO. O. P. Bassett and Alvina ai $35.r0 per 1000. Lawson, Winsor and Harry Fenn at $10.00 per 1000. Hundreds supplied at tbousand rates. Albert M. Herr, Lancaster,Pa. Rooted Carnation Cuttings For Immediate Delivery. ENCHANTRESS, PERFECTION, BEACON, $3,00 per 100; $26.00 per 1000. ROSE PINK and WHITE ENCHANTRESS, WINSOR, $2.50 per 100; $20.00 per 1000. We can fill orders from 1000 to 100,000 and guarantee the stock. Thompson Carnation Co., JOUET, ILL. I FUCHSIAS There are none better than Little Beauty. Lord Byron, Renan and White Beauty, btroog 2H inch plants ready $4 -00 per IWJ New Heliotrope. Mies Beroice a sport of Mme. Bruant and a great im- provementontbe latter 2H->nch $8.00 per 100. Rataloi; for the Askinr. SKIDELSKY & IRWIN GO.. 1215 BeU Bldg.. PHILADELPHIA. PA. A Chance to Buy Right. BOSTON FERNS, In order to make room I offer ao extra fine lot of 4 and 5-iDch plants at$12.0U and $20.00 per 100. GERANIUMS, transplanted in flats, extra strong R. C. S A. Nutt. $12.50 per 1000. 3inch plants. $4.00 per 100. F. C. RIEBE, Webster, Mass. Ferns for Dishes... .^SBorted varieties. 2H-in. pots, $3.50 per 100; $30.00 per 1000. Cash with order. FRANK OECHSUN 49 1 1 Quincy St. CHICAGO. Alliance, O.^The Lamborn Floral Co. is considering the enlargement of its plant and other extensive im- provements. RANTOUL. ILL. — J. B. Meneley & Co. have sold the Old Corlies greenhouse property to Jacob Hulla of Summer, Mo., for $3,500. Manchestek, Mass. — Chas. H. Tot- ty, Madison, N. J., gave an excellent talk on "Chrysanthemum Growing" before the North Shore Horticultural Society recently. He gave the mem- bers much useful information. Pres- ident Downs of the Boston Gardeners' and Florists' Club was also present and talked on the same topic. The charter of incorporation of the so- ciety has been received from the sec- retary of state and has been neatly framed and hung in a conspicuous place in the hall. Dormant Carinas Guaranteed True to Name. Fine plump stock with from two to three eyes each. Bronze Leaved Doz. 100 1000 Uavid Hanim SOc $3 00 $25 00 Egandale 50c 3 00 20 00 King Humbert $125 8 00 i.O 00 Orchid Flowers Doz. 100 1000 .\Ilemania 35c $2 25 $18 00 Austria SOc 3 00 20 00 Burbank 30c 2 00 15(0 Fred Senary 90c 5 00 55 CO Italia SOc 3 00 20 00 Kate Gray 40c 2 50 22 50 Partbenope 40c 2 50 22 50 Pennsylvania 40c 2 50 17 50 Red Flowers Doz. 100 lOOO Chas. Henderson 4flc $2 50 $17 50 Chicago 40c 2 50 22 50 Explorateur Crampbell 50c 3 00 22 50 Variegated Flowers Doz. 100 1000 Elizabeth Hoss 60c $4 00 $30 00 Florence Vaughan 50c 3 00 25 00 M. Crozy 50c 3 00 25 CO Souvenir D'Antoine Crozy.. 60c 4 00 30 00 Yellow and Cream Flowers Doz. 100 1000 Buttercup, 90c $6 00 $.50 00 Alsace 50c 3 00 25 00 Coronet 60c 4 00 35 00 Pink Flowers Doz. 100 lOOO L. Patry 35c $2 25 $17 50 Mlle.Berat 40c 2 50 20 tO Doz. 100 1000 Hot partner Hoppe 90c $6 00 $50 oo Georite Blrdell $1 25 8 00 70 00 George Washington 50c 3 00 27 50 Mosbaek Greenhouse Co., Onarga, III. Mary Tolman Deep flesh that does not fade in the strongest light; clean grower; rigid stem; perfectly formed flowers; good producer. Cuttings ready now, $12.00 per 100; $100.00 per 1000. Guaranteed in every way. CHICAGO CARNATION CO., Joliet, 111. A. £. HUNT 6c CO., Evanston, 111. HUNT BROS., Park Ridge, 111 Sangamo Brilliant Glistening Pink. Winner Wherever Shewn. The most prolific and fastest growing carnation of any; very clean, upright grower, long stiff stems; never splits; flowers nicely fringed and well rounded out. The one real money-maker for you to grow. Orders booked now. $12.00 per 100; $100.00 per 1000. All cuttings guaranteed. A. C* BROWN, Springfield, 111. CHICAGO CARNATION CO. Joliet, ni. CONQUEST Light pink overlaid with deep rose. The most valuable and attractive carnation on the market. Lawson habit; very fre^; long stiff stems; large well built flowers. Winner of First prize wherever shown. Rooted Cuttings Guaranteed Ready now, $12.00 per 100; $100.00 per 1000. Chicago Carnation Co., ^ i£Jlli»" Joliet, III. 148 The American Florist. Feb. 12, A New Fern NEPHROLEPIS GIATRASII Awarded a Certificate of Merit by the Horticultural Society of New Yorlt. Prices: in 214-inch pots, $3.50 per dozen; $25.00 per 100; $200.00 per 1000. 26 plants at 100 rates; 500 plants at 1000 rates. Orders delivered in rotation as received. Now Reaay for delivery, GEORGE GIATRAS, 463 Summit Ave., West Hoboken,N. J. Mention the American Florist when writing Baltimore. That the "cold will strengthen as the days lengthen" seems proved this win- ter in this area. Whilst we have had no markedly low extremes, there has been a continuous cold average far below the customary mean, and many snowstorms and high winds, whicli prove uncomfortable to mortals and more uncomfortable to flowers than when the mercury falls lower and there are no such untoward features. On Monday morning tlie thermometer nearly touched the zero mark and all night there were high winds, which made it hard to keep up the green- house temperature and fairly melted the coal away. The whole month of January was exceptionally cold, and most of the time the sky obscured by clouds, only eight of its 31 days being clear. Rain and snow together made a total precipitation of 4 2-3 inches, which was the greatest of any January- tor several years, and the mean tem- perature for the entire month was 34°, which is the lowest for five years. For- tunately the condition of the ground was such that most of the water pene- trated into the lower strata and will replenish the depleted . underground sources. .Trade has been exceptionally active, it seeming as though the ap- proach of Lent was spurring every- body into entertaining' their friends with the various forms of social di- versions. Dinners, balls, assemblies, receptions, teas and functions perhaps designated by other titles have been so numerous that the stores have been fairly put to it at times for material for decorative purposes. One Charles street store last week had five or six dinners each day. Material has not been very abundant. Good roses, in- deed, have been scarce. One of our largest concerns, which had a dinner order for a large lot of American Beauties, found it pretty hard work to secure them at all, and what they got did not allow of lying down that night with a soul full of contentment and peace over the job. The local supply of Beauties has come to be practically almost nil. but one would hardly have thought that our neighbor Quaker city would have needed to be gone over with a fine tooth comb to secure five or six dozen of this still popular variety, which nothing seems to dis- place. The season of grand opera seems to have done much to stimulate social activities, and there has been a more uninterrupted series of entertain- ments than for several years. Last week President and Mrs. Taft came over to hear the opera, and though their coming was unannounced to the public, some of the knowing ones had some bunches of flowers ready to pre- sent to the ladies of the party. All .these things make for trade. Cer- tainly if the ladies would adopt again the becoming fashion of wearing flow- ers for their personal adornment it woud add to the volume of business. S. B. Palms and Other Seasonable Stock We have an extra grood stock of Forsteiiana, made up. three plants in a pot or tub all clenn perfect plants. (We need to reduce our palm stock, and are giving extra values.) 7-in. pots, 3 plants in pot. 40 to 44 in. high $4.00 each. Sin. pots. 3 plants in pot. 44 to 4S in. high 5.00 each. SinglepIantsKentiaForsteriana, 7-iD. pots. 6to7 leaves.36 to40 inches high. $2.50 each: S-in. pots. 6 to 7 leaves. 40 to 44 inches high. $3.50 each, (Full line of sizesof both Forsteriana and Belmoreana in price list No 5. just out. Send for it. if you do not receive it.) Genista Racemosa, 'b'ush°y"'j3"5o per dozen: $25.00 per 100. Rhododendrons, f^^h^'^X S'oo per dozen. Rhododendrons, iri°o-i5S'$r2!oo per dozen. Azalea Mollis, 'o?^°]^:?3b.o^peVm 15 to IS in. liigh. very bushy, full of buds, $35.00 per 100. RnudainvJllea Glabra Sanderlana, S rtUUtttUllVlllCa j^ „^.„ shaped, bushy plants, $3.00 per dozen. Asparagus Sprengeri, l^-^l^ $20.00 per 1000. R/\TU7rtnfl Fine bushy plants. 12 in.hig'b ""■*•"'"""» $3.00 per doz. $20.08 per 100. iriipticin^ Assorted in 6 best varieties j; ubiiaiao, jjqq ^^^ jqq. ^_^ ^ ^^^ jg^p The Storrs & Harrison Co., Painsville, 0. Rooted Cuttings Verbenas, choi. .• vnri. lics 70c per 100; $6 00 per 1000. HeUotrcpes, $1.00 per 100; $8.00 per 1000. Daisies, wliile and y. 'How, $1.00 per 100. Express paid. Cash witli orders. S. D. BRANT, Clay Genler, Kans. Mention the American Florist when writing Neph. Whitman! 2li-in 35.00 per 100 MAGNiriCA (new), Z^/i-m... 25.00 per 100 Boston Ferns j^oo"perioo. Henry H. Barrows & Son, Whitman, Mass. Mention the American Florist when writing Small Ferns Assorted varieties for fern dishes. $3,50 100; $30.00 per 1000. Cash with order. ERNEST OECHSLIN, 188 Madison St, SIVXR FOitEST, ILL. LOCKLAND, O. — A meeting of the subscribers of the stock in the Bloom- hurst Floral Co. was held January 27 when it was decided to make the cap- ital stock $30,000, divided into shares of $100 each. Wm. Sunderbruch's name has been mentioned as general manager. The capital stock of the new company nas nearly all been sub- scribed by prominent business men of this city and active work on repairs to the greenhouses, formerly owned by W. K. Partridge, which have become the property of tlie new company, is to commence at once. SAN FRANCISCO, CALIF. — The first annual banquet of the Pacific Coast Horticultural .Society was held in the concert room of the Palace hotel, Jan- uary 22, with 75 growers, decorators and florists present. Various mat- ters were discussed as an aftermath of the banquet. V. Matraia, presi- dent of the society, acted as the toast- master. John McLaren, superintend- ent of Golden Gate park; H. Plath, past president of the society; D. Mac- Rorie, John R. Atkinson, C. Shell- grain, T. F. Taylor, A. G. Rossi and A. Baldocchi were among the speak- ers. Miscellaneous Plants. Per 100 2Vi-in. Bostons $ 4 SO 4-in. •■ 1500 Sin. 2500 7-in. " 6000 2H-in. Whitman! 500 2-in. Asparagns Pluinosus Nanus 3 00 4-in. • ■■ 12 00 2-in. Asparagns Sprengeri 2 50 3in. •■ •• 6 00 2-in. Assorted Ferns for Dishes 3 00 4 in. Araucarla Excelsa 50 00 2-in. Baby Primrose 2 50 2 in. Chinese Primrose 2 50 3in. Cyclamen 7 00 4in. 1500 2in. Moonvines, white 3 00 Also a full line of bedding stock and the best wire baoginf baskets on the market, ^rite us. D. U■AUGSPURGER&SONSCO■,^'^^ A FEW GOOD THINGS YOl WANT. Rex Begonia, 2-in $5.00 per 100. Asparagus Sprengal,3in. $5.00 per 100 Geraniums, Nutt. Ooyle, Perkins. Grant. La Favorite, R C..$1.25: 2in. pots. $2.00; 3-in., $4 00 per 100: Viaud. Castellane, Poitevine. Jaulin, Ricard, Buchner. R. C. $1.50; 2-in. pots, $2 50; 3-in.. $5.00 per 100; Mme. Salleroi, 2-in.. $3.00 per 100 Asparagus PlomosiU, 2-in. $3.00 per 100: 3-ln.. $5.00 per 100. Cut fronds 25c per bunch. Boston Ferns, 5-in 25c each. WUtmanl Fenu. 4-in. 25c each. Cycas Palms, 4 to 5 leaves, $1.00, $1.50 and $2.00. Vlnca Var., 2 in. $2.00 per 100. Cash with order. No C. O. D. All shipment! at risk of purchasers, after beine delivered to the express companies properly packed in eood order GEO. M. EMMANS, Newton. N. J. YOU ARE INTERESTED IN Plants for Easter We have Azaleas, Hydrangeas in all sizes. Baby Ramblers. White Ramblers, Souperts, Ulies, Hyacinths and other Iniib stock. Write us in regard to tlicse. We tan furnish vou now in bloom. Azaleas, Cinerarias, cyclamens and Primroses. Yomig Rose Stock. We have about 20.0CO young rose plants that will be ready for a shift in February. If you are interested in them, ask for our list of varieties and prices. Ferns. If you are interested in fernsof any kind or size, write and let us know what you will want. GEO. A. KUHL, Wholesale Grower, Pekln, lU. igio. The American Florist. 149 Carnation Dorothy Gordon You must have seen and admired our Carnation Dorothy Gordon at the Pittsburg m'^etins. if you wore there; our exhibits of ibis superb new variety attracted a vast amount of attention and caused much favorable comment from the hundreds of visitors who saw it. If you missed the show, just notice the very tialtering mention that "Dorothy Gordon" received in the reports appearing io your trade publications of la>t week. Our exhibit of 100 "Dorothy Gordon" in section "A" won Second Prize; but more than any award we value the opportunity that many more of our friends had at that meeting for seeing this worthy new variety and passing" on its merits at first hand. We have already sold more than 100.000 rooted cuttine: this season and the limit of our growine capacity has been reached. If planning to feature "Dorothy Gordon" this year you should get your order in at once. Not much time is left anyway — so write us now if you want any stock this spring. delay. Prices remain as previously quoted: Many Orders Booked Daily Dont -$10.00 per 100; $75.00 per 1000 Come and see it if jou can, or write us for literature and full particulars — free. We'll gladly answer your questions. at Pittsburg Joseph HEACOCK company, Disseminators, Wyncoie, Pa. 'I2 Million Roses For February delivery in these and and 400 other sorts. Summer grown, on own roots. 2V5inch 4-in. Doz. 100 inon 100 .American Beauty S5c $6 CO $50 00 Anna de Diesbach 50c 3 50 3U 00 $S 00 Anny Muller 50c 3 00 25 00 Ball of snow (Bcule di- Neige 50c 3 50 30 00 8 00 Bridesmaid 50c 3 00 25 dO 8 00 Boogere 50c 3 OJ 25 00 S 00 Catherine Zeimet (White Baby Rambler) 50c 3 50 30 00 10 00 Duchesse de Brabant 50c 3 00 25 00 7 00 EtoiledeLyon 5Uc 3 00 27 50 8 00 Grass an Teplitz (Vir. R. Coxe) EOc 3 00 27 50 8 OO Helen Gould (Balduin).... 50c 3 00 27 50 8 00 Madame Masson 5llc 3 50 30 00 7 00 Mile. Franzisca Kreuger... 50c 3 00 25 00 8 00 MagnaCharta 5"c 3 50 30 00 7 00 MamanCochet pink 50c 3 00 27 50 8 00 Marechal Niel. (4-in. 10c. . 12c.. 15c) .'Oc 3 50 30 00 15 00 Marie van Houtti- 50c 3 00 25 00 7 00 Meteor 50c 3 00 27 51 8 00 FapaGontier 50c 3 00 27 50 7 00 Phyllis (Pink Baby Ram bier) 50c 3 SO 30 00 Queen's Scarlet 50c 3 00 25 00 8 00 Reine Marie Henriette .... 50c 3 00 25 00 8 00 Rbea Reid 60c 4 00 35 00 10 00 TheBridc 50c 3 10 25 00 SCO Wellsley 50c 3 50 3100 4 00 White Bougerf? 50c 3 00 25 0} 8 00 White Maman Cochet 50c 3 00 27 50 8 00 Let us know your entire wants in roses i^vfifi rrni r f "-oral company*^ ;^gl t. LL L U LL ^SPRINQ^ICLD■0HIO■ J Geraniums 1000 100 S. A. Nutt and 8 other varieties 2V4-in. pots $20 00 $2 50 Altemantheras, yellow, rooted cut- tines 50 Vtacas. Var.. 2in. pots 2 00 Asp. Sprengerl seedlings 7 00 100 PansyPlants 2 50 Cash. Jos. H. Cunningham, Delaware, 0. Portland, Me. E. J. Harmon & Co. have recently moved into the new Baxter block and now has one of the finest stores in New England. The Goddard Flower Co. has opened a store on Congress street. It is reported that there is to be a new seed and implement store opened here in the near future. Newpobt News, Va. — As reported elsewhere, Covey & Vansant have dis- solved partnership. Mr. Vansant retir- ing. H. C. Vansant has 35.000 square feet of glass and a store on Washing- ton avenue. Rooted Carnation Cuttings. New Carnations for 1910. Per 100 Dorothv Gordon $75 00 p.-r lOCO; $10 00 Shasta 12 00 Scarlet Glow 12 00 Sangamo 12 00 Per 100 .Admiratio n $12 00 Alma Ward $2,50 pi-r doz. 15 00 Mrs. C. W. Ward 12 00 Conquest 12 00 Carnations of 1909. O. p. Bassett 6 00 Pink Delight 6 00 Mrs. Chas Knopf 6 00 Standard WHITE VARIETIES. P( r 100 White Enchantress $3 0(1 Ladv Bountiful 3 00 White Perfection... 3 00 Queen Louise 2 00 The Queen 2 00 Mv Maryland 2 00 Sarah Hill 3 00 Lloyd ;... 3 00 Ruhv 6 00 Mrs. J. C. Vaughan 6 00 Georgia 6 00 Varieties, PINK VARIETIES. ' Per 100 Winsor $3 00 Afterglow 3 00 Splendor 3 00 Pirk Imperial 2 50 Rose Pif'k Enchantress 2 SO Mrs. Thos. w . Lawson 2 00 Nelson Fisher 2 00 Mabelle 1 50 Variegated Enchantress 2 50 YELLOW VARIETIES. Per 100 RED VARIETIES. Per 100 Robert Craig $3 00 John E. Haines 2 OO Beacon 3 50 Flamingo 2 00 Victory 3 00 Roosevelt ; 2 00 Harlowardcn 2 00 Cardinal 2 00 Grafted and Own-Root Roses ready for Early Delivery. Send for Circular. Eldorado $2 00 Golden Beauty 2 00 VARIEGATED VARIETIES. Per 100 Mrs. Patti-n J2 50 Jessica 2 50 Choice Varieties of Verbenas. Per 100 1000 Rooted Cuttings, our selection...}; 75 $ 6 (Xl Plants, 2'4-in. pots, our selection 2 50 20 00 Per 100 1000 Rooted Cuttings.Purchasers selec. $ 90 $ 8 00 Plants, 2Hin. pots. " " 3 00 25 00 Entirely sold out of Miss Wilmott cuttings and plants. J. L. DILLON. Bloomsburg, Pa. I ROOTED CARNATION CUTTINGS \ \ I j MIAMI FLORAL CO., Ready for January delivery, clean, healthy and well rooted. Per 100 1000 "Miami Queen" Our new carnation, Cerise Pink $10 00 $85 00 Enchantress, 2 00 18 00 Rose Pink 3 50 30 00 White 3 60 80 00 White Perfection, 2 50 20 00 Beacon, 3 00 25 00 Victory, 2 50 20 00 Cash with order or satisfactory references. George Bartholemew, Manager. I 24 N. Main $t., Dayton, 0. | Manchester, Mass. — The North Shore Horticultural Society, which was incorporated November 19, 1909, elected the following' officers: James Salter, president; Waldo H. Tyler, vice president; James McGregor, treasurer; James Scott, librarian; John D. Morrison, secretary. The executive committee consists of Wm. Till, Joseph Clarke, Wm. Swan, Erie Wellerlow, Geo. Gordon and John D. Morrison. WHITE SPORT OF Helen Frick Ghrysanttiemum $2.00 and $3.00 per doz, Stock plants, ALVINA CARNATION.... $5.00 ner 100; $45 00 per 1000: Delivery at once. HENRY EICHHOLZ, Waynesboro, Pa . The Florists' Market Place, Our Ready Reference Ad.Dept 150 The American Florist. Feb. 12, Index to Advertisers Advance Co Thr VI Akron Mch Co VI Allen J K lil Am Blower Co 156 American Spawn Co. 140 AmlingE C 127 Anderson Flo Co. /. .135 Anderson S A 13S Apdorra Nurseries ..143 AphineMfgCo 128 .\schmann GodIrev..l44 Atlanta Floral Co.... 133 .*\ugspurger D & Sonl4S .\venue Floral Co.. .138 Baer Julius I3.S Barrows H H & .Son . 148 Bassett & Wasliburn II 125 Baur & Smitli 145 Baycrsdorfer H.... ..158 BeavcnE A 132 Beckert W C 137 Berning H G 132 Berrydale Exp Gar. .143 Bertermann Bros Col34 Bindekunst Verlag...l58 Blackistone Z D 135 Blackman W Flo Col33 Blind HL&Bros...l3i Bobbink & Atkins. . .143 Boddington AT. 137 13') Bodgcr Jno& SonsCol37 Boland J B Co 1.33 Bowe M A 133 Brants D 148 Braslan Seed Gro Col36 Breitmever's .1 Sons. 133 Bridgeman's 138 Brown A C 147 Brown.\lfred SeedCol36 BrunsHN IV Bryan Alonzo J 140 BudlongJ A 124 Bunyard AT 134 Burpee W A &Co..,IV Byer Bros 146 Caldwell the Woods- man Co 132 Carrillo & Baldwin.. 146 Chi Cam Co I 147 Chi House Wreck Col60 Chi Rose Co 127 Clark The EBC0...IV Clarke's Sons David . 133 Cleveland CutFlo Col ■'3 Coles & Co 159 Coles W W 145 CotsonasGeo&Co..l3! Cottage Gardens 145 Cowee W J 158 Craig Robt Co 144 Crump Frank F \H Cunningham Jos H .14') Daniels & Fisher. .. .134 DardsChas 133 Dayton Floral Co... 133 Deamud J B Co 126 Deiiner VVni 143 Denver Wholesale Flower Mkt 129 Derby Henry 158 Detrot Flower Pot. . . 15') Deitsch A &Co \I DeWitt F H&Co... II Diller Caskev&Keenl.59 Dillon J L 149 Dingee & Conard Col42 Dorner F & Sons Co I Dreer H A 13s 156 Dunlop John H 134 Eagle Wire Wks....l58 Edwards Fold'g Bo.\158 Eichholz Henry 149 Elliott W H 129 Elwanger & Barry.. .143 Emmans Geo M 148 Eyres HG 135 Fisher H A & Co.... 135 FiskeSeed Co 137 Flower Growers Mktl27 Florists' Hail Ass'n.lS8 Flower Shop 134 Foley Mtg Co 157 For Sale and Ren t . 123 Ford Bros 131 Freeman G L 1<6 FromentH E 131 GalvinThosF 134 Garland Gt.'o M Co. .157 Gasser J M Co 134 German Nurseries -.140 Giatras Geo 14S Giblin & Co \\ Gorliam & Chapline 158 Gude Bros 135 Guttman Ali-x J 131 Haley J H. 140 Hartman Hjalmar. . .137 Hauswirth Florist. . .135 Heacock JosCo 149 HeinlGeo A 134 Heinl John & Son...l3< Herr Albert M...146 147 Herrmann \ 15') Hess & Swoboda. . . .134 Hews A H&Co 159 Hilfinger Bros 159 Hill The EG Co.... I HippardE 160 Hitchings& Co 160 Hoerber Bros 1 27 Hotlman Florist ....135 Holm & Olson Ii3 Holton & Hunkel...l.^2 Hooker H M Co 157 Hort Trade Journal. 158 Humleld C 144 Hunt AE&Co 147 Hunt Bros 147 Hunt E H 1 7 l.=0 Igoe Bros 158 IsbellS M &Co 137 Jackson & Perkins. .. 143 Jacobs S & Sons \' I Johnson D D 155 Johnson W W & SonH7 Johnson Heating Co. 156 Kasting \V F Co.... 131 Keller Geo & Sons. ,15'* Keller J B& Sons... 133 Kellogg Geo M 133 Kennicott Bros Co. .127 Ky Tob Product Co. 155 Kessler Bros 131 King Constructn .... 160 Kohr A F 15') KramiT IN &Son.. 159 Krick's Letters 150 Kroeschell Bros- Co.. 1.56 Kruchten John 127 Kuehn C A 132 KuhlGeo A 148 Kyle &Foerster 127 Lager & Hurrell 146 Landreth Seed Co... 137 Langjahr A H 131 Leedle Floral Co .. .149 Lichtenberger J 150 Lord & Burnham. . . . \' McCallumCo 129 McConnell Alex 1.^3 McCoy L W 1.^4 McCrav Rcfrig. Co 158 McCuUogh'sJM 111 129 McKellar Chas. W..I27 McKissick Bros 129 Market Groweis joiirl40 Mastin J G & Co.... 155 Matthews Florists.. .1.33 May & Co L L 1.^3 Meyer lohn C & Co. 155 Miami Floral Co 149 Michigan Cut Flower Exchange 1.^2 Milang Aug 131 Milang Chas 131 MillerES IV Monineer J C Co 157 Moon The Wm H Col43 Moore Hentz&Nash.l31 Morehead Mlg Co... 157 Morse C C & Co 136 Mosbjfk Grhs Co. ...147 Mnnk Floral Co 12'i I (• I Wittbold Watering System The laving la time and labor for one season will pay for a com- plete equipment. For particnlars write to E. H. HUNT 76-78 Wabuh Are., CmCAOO I Murdock J B & Co.. 12') Murphy William. .. .132 Murray Samuel.. ... .134 Myers Florist 134 Mvers& Co. VI Nash Chas Co 143 Nat Flo B of Trade.. 150 N YCut Flower Ex. l.-l Niessen Leo Co 1 29 Oeschlin Ernest 148 C~)eschlin Frank 147 Palethorpe PR Co .155 Palmer W J & Sons. 1.55 Park Floral Co 134 Pape & Bergman .... 137 Peacock Dahlia Farm 143 Perlectii n Chem Co. 155 Peters & Reed Pot'yl59 Peterson J .A I Phoenix Nursery Co. 143 PiersonFRCo I Pitou Eugene Jr 14.> Pittsburg Cut Flo C0I29 Pittsburg Florist Ex.i29 Poehlmnan Bros Co 127 145 Pollworth CCC0I35 150 PulverizedManureCo 50 Quaker CitvMchWksVI Randall A L Co 127 Randolph & Mc Clements 156 Raynor JI IM Ready Reference. . . .151 Reed & Keller 158 ReimersMD 1,33 Rein berg Geo 127 Reinberg Peter 125 Rice Bros 129 Riebe F C Co 14' Rock WL Co 134 Roehrs Julius Co. . . .146 Robinson Henry M Co 1.32 Roomer Fredk 1.'8 Rohnert Waldo 137 Routzahn Seed Co. ..IV Sander & Son ^ 146 Scheidcn &Schoos,.144 Schmidt J C 146 Schuiz Jacob 135 Shatter Geo C 135 Sharp Partridge &C0VI Shepard's Garde.n Car Co 14» Sheridan WF 131 Silva Bergthol :.I23 Simon I N & Son... 140 Sirocco Eng'ring Co 156 Skidelsky & Irwin... 147 Slinn BSJr 131 Smith A W & Co....l.'3 Smith Elmer D& Coi44 Smith Gurdon B . . . , I.\5 Smith Henry 1 4 Smith Wm C 13; Smith W &TCo.... I Smits Jacs 143 Stearns Lumber Co. VI Sterling Emery Wheel Co ISO Stoothoft H A Co. ..158 Storrs & Harrison Col48 Sub "Target Gun Co. 157 Superior Mach & Boiler Wks 15^ Syracuse Pottery Co. 1.^9 Thompson Car Co. 147 ThomsonWm&Son. .1.5K Thorburn JM&Co. IV Tottv Chas H....IV 144 Traendly & Schenck.l3l Tuckaseigee Evg Co.l,>2 U S Rocking Grate Bar Co 156 MANURES Driad.tcrMned ud packed la ban e( 100 IIM. Mch PULVERIZED SHEEP MINURE Para . Umifor . ReliaUa A ilronr and quick actint aiannre kliklj recoBBandad for caraatioaa and ckryaaatkaBoaa SHREDDED CATTLE lAHURE Eu7 t* H««dU Bad Apylr Stroocer and better la arcrr way Ihaa r*«rk maanre. Laats much lonrer aa the baackaa, Daeauallad for omlcbiny and laediar roaaa, U«ald manurini and miiinr with bench and potUac aelL Uaed by all the larrait rrowera. Aak your aupply Baa or write lor circular! and pricaa, The Pulverized Manure Co^ >2 Union Stock Tarda. CHICAG* Van Zanteii Bros... .138 Vaughan'sSeedStore I IV 141 146 159 Vaughan & Sperry..l26 Vcrd.'gaal P I\' Vick & Hill Co 137 Vick's Sons Jas IV Vincent R Jr.. I I1O 145 VirginUJ 135 Wagner Park Cons. .145 Waite LJ 157 Weeber &Don IV Weiland & 01inger,.129 Weiland &Risch....127 Welch Bros 129 Wietor Bros 124 127 Wild Gilbert H 143 WilksS .Mfg Co 1,56 Wilson Robt G.. 134 15S Withers John T 143 WintiTs'n Seed Storel37 Wittbold Geo Co.... 13.5 Wolf John 13.S Wolfskin J W 133 Wood Bros 1 45 Woodruff S D & Sonl37 Wrede H 137 Young & Nugent 131 Youngs 134 Zangen O V IV Zech & Mann 127 Ziska Jos 127 Zvolanek .Anton I\' Gold Letters Gammed Gold and Purple Letters. For inscriptions on Floral Desigms, Best and Cheapest on the Market. Send for samples and prices. J. LICHTENBERGER, 1566 Avenue A, NEW YORK. Telephone: Lenox 5644. KRICK'S FLORIST NOVELTIES Manufacturer and Fateater of The OnlT Genuine ImmorteUr Letters on the market. Order at once. 1 164-66 Greene Ave.. BROOKLTM, M. Y. Every letter marked. A. HERRMANN, Cape Flowers, all colors, CVcaa Leaves, Metal Designs and all Florist Supplies. — Send Tor 1 404412 East 34th St., NEW TORR. THE BEST WAY to collect an account Is to place It wilk tht Ists' Board Of Trade 5t nn« Street, NIW limK WHT7 Because maay debtors will par tb« BoarA fearinr ethenrisfl a bad ratiar in oar Cr«dlt List. Full ioJormatloD as to mathods aad rates firtn od application. IT IS NOT... what you pay for the adver- tisement but what the adver- tisement pays you. It pays to advertise in the American Florist. CUT FLOWER AND Design Boxes All sizea, lowest prices. Writ* C. C. Pollworth Co., MILWAUKEE Sterling Iron Reservoir Vases Chairs, Settees, Hitching Posts, Etc. Complete CataloEoe and Diacounta Upoa 4iwat. The Sterling Emery Wheel Hfg. Co., ohioTs. a. igio. The American Florist. 151 Ready Reference Section 10 CENTS PER LINE, NET; AGERATUMS. Ageratum. Little Blue Star. B. C, 7oc: 2^-in., ?2 per 100. Mosbaek Greenhouse Co-, Onarga. 111. Ageratum, 3 kinds. 2-in., $1.50 per 100. Byer Bros.. Chambersburg, Pa. AITERNANTHERAS. Alternantluras. stronEr. well-rooted cut- tings, red or yellow. T.Oc per 100; $4 per 1000. Brilliantissima. 60c per 100; So per 1000. J. W. Davis, 225 W. IGth St.. Daven- port. Ih. Alternantheras, R. C.. rr-d and yellow. 50c: 2'4,-in-. yellow, %1 per 100. Mosbaek Green- house Co.. Onarga. 111. Alternantheras. yellow. R. C. 50c per 100. Jos. H. r'unningham, Delaware, O- ALYSSUM. Alyssum. giant and dbl.. 2-in., $2 per 100. R. Vincent, Jr., & Sons. White Marsh. Md. ARAUCARIAS. Araucaria excelsa. 4 -in., $50 per 100. D. U. Augspurger Sc Sons Co.. Peoria. 111. Araucarias, Bobbink & Atkins, Rutherford. N. J. ASPARAGUS. Asparagus plumosus nanus, from 2 U -in. pots, $2.r,u per 100; $22.50 per 1,000. Cash with order. Floral Hill Gardens. G. F. Neipp. Prop., Chatham. N. J. Asparagus plumosus nanus, 2 'i -in. pots, strong plants. f2 pt.-r 100. Grand Rapids Greenhouse Co., Grand Rapids. Minh. Asparagus plumosus nanus. 2-in., $3 per 100; 4-in., $12. Sprengori. 2-in.. $2.50; :J-in., ;t. D. U. Augspurger & Sons, Peoria. 111. Asparagus plumosus. 4-in.. extra fine large plants, $S per 100. Scharff Bros., Van Wert. Ohio. Asparagus Sprengeri. 2-in., $2.50 per 100 ; $20 per 1,000. Storrs & Harrison Co., Paines- TJlle. O. Asparagus, 3*,^ -in., Sprengeri and plu- mosas nanus, heavy, $4.50 per 100. Wagner Park Conservatories. Sidney, O. Asparagus plumosus, 2 'i -in., $3 per 100. Sprengeri, 2U-in.. $2: 3-in.. $5; 4-in., $10. Mosbaek Greenhouse Co-. Onarga, 111. Asparagus Sprengeri. 3-in.. $5 per 100. Plumosus. 2-in.. $3; 3-in.. $5 per 100. Geo. M. Emmans. Xewton. N- J. Asparagus plumosus, 2 ^-in.. 3c; 3-in., 6c; 4-in.. 10c. Sprengeri. 3-in.. 5c; 4-in.. 10c. G. Aschmann, 1012 W. Ontario St., Phila. Asparagus Sprengeri. Bristol. Pa. Schmidt, Asparagus Sprengeri. seedlings. $1 per 100; 17 per 1.000. J. H. Cunningham, Delaware. O. Asparagus plumosus, 2-in., 2c. Byer Bros., Chambersburg, Pa. Asparagus Sprengeri, 4-in., $5 per 100. P. C Riebe. Webster. Mass. Asparagus plumosus. $25 per 1,000. Spren- geri. $15. A. M. Herr, Lancaster. Pa. Asparagus Sprengeri. 3-in., $4 ppr 100. Poehlmann Bros. Co., Morton Grovf. 111. AZALEAS. Azaleas. Jacs Smits, Xaar den. Holland. Azaleas. Geo. A. Kuhl. Pekin. 111. Azalea mollis. 15 to 20 buds. 50c each; $5 per doz. ; $40 per 100; 40 to 50 buds. $1 each; $10 per doz. Vaughan's Seed Store, Chicago aod New York. Azalea mollis. 12 to 15 ins.. $30 per 100; 15 to \% ins., $35. Storrs & Harrison Co.. Palnesville. O. Azaleas. Bernard Andreas alba, Niobe. Helena Thcilman. Empress of India, Apollo. De Schryveriana, Dr. Moore. Mme. Van der Cruyssen. Louis Van Houtte, Simon Mard- ner, Vervaeniana. Deutsche Perle. $1.25 to $2.50 each. Smaller sizes. Van der Cruyssen, Mardner, Apollo. Niobe, Empress of India. D. Perle, De Schryverniana, Vervaeneana. 50c to $1.25. In bloom, Mme. Petrick. Mardner. D. Perle. Apollo. Vervaeneana. 75c to $1.50. G. Aschmann. 1012 W. Ontario St.. Phila. BAY TREES 2,000 iiay and box trees in all sizes; pyra- mid and standard. Write for list- Julius Roehrs Co.. Rutherford. N. J. Bav trt ford. X. .1 Bobbink & Atkins, Ruther- BEDDING PLANTS. Bedding Plants; Coleus, Golden Beddcr, Firebrand, Anna and John Pfister and other leading varieties, $2 per 100; $1S per 1,000. Salvia. $2.50 per 100; $20 per 1,000. Double Petunias (Snowdrift) and Single petunias, mixed. $2 per 100. Heliotrope. $2 per 100. Birmingham Landscape and Nursery Co., P. O'. Box 603. Birmingham, Ala. BEGONIAS. Begonias, Vernon and Erfordii, R. C, 90c per 100. J. W. Davis. 2 25 W. 16th St., Davenport, la. BEGONIAS, blooming, 8 best commercial varieties, strong rooted cuttings, $1 per 100. Cash. Chillicothe Floral Co., Chillicothe . O. Begonia Glory of Cincinnati, $1 each- $9 per doz.; $50 per 100. J. A. Peterson, Mc- Henry Ave., Westwood. Cincinnati. O. Begonia Flambeau. 4-in., 15c. G. Asch- mann, 1012 W. Ontario St.. Philadelphia. Begonia Adolf Menzel. 2i2-in.. $2 per doz. Vaughan's Seed Store. Chicago and N . T. Rex begonias. 2-in., $5 per 100. Geo. M. Eninians. Xewlo n. N. .1. BOUGAINVILLEA. Bougainvillea Glabra Sanderiana, 5-in.. $3 per doz. Storrs vt Harrison Co., Paines- ville, O. BOXWOOD. Boxwood. 12 ins.. $;j p^r doz.; $20 per 100. Storrs & Harrison Co., Painesville. O. BULBS, Bulbs, Lilum tenuifolium. L. Wallace!, named L. elegans. single and dbl. tiger.s-,' Iris Kaempferi, Iris Germanica, Delphinum formosum, gladioli, callas. cinnamon vines. Madeira vines, oxalis, milla, bessera, am- aryllis. zephyranthes, Lvcoris squamigera. ':'oQperias. E. S'. Miller. Wading River, N. Y. Bulbs. Dutch hyacinths, single. $1.50 per 100; $10 per 1.000. Calla Ethiopica. $2 per 100; $15 per 1,000. Gladiolus America, bulb- lets. $5 per 1,000. Berrydale Experiment Gardens. Route 1, Holland, Mich. Bulbs, tuberoses, true dwarf Pearl. 1st size. 4-G-in.. 90c per 100; $7.50 per l.ooo- $35 per 5.000; medium. 3-4-in.. 60c per 100; $4 per 1,000; $17.50 per 5.000; mammoth, 6-S-in.. $1.50 per 100; $12 per 1.000. Be- gonias, gloxinias, gladiolus. Vaughan's Seed Store. Chicago and New York. Bulbs, hyacinths, tulips, narcissus, crocus, spireas. gladiolus, peonies, etc. Van Zanten Bros., Hillegom, Holland. Bulbs, fancy leaved caladiums, choice standard vars., $1.50 per doz.; $10 per 100; new or rare vars., $2 per doz.; $15 per 100; selected new and rare vars.. $3.50 per doz.; $25 per 100. Tuberous rooted begonias, gloxinias, etc. Henry A. Drccr, 714 Chest- nut St.. Philadelphia. Gladioli, Independence, the best red in the market; also Mrs. Francis King, Giant Pink. Augusta, and Groff's hybrids, genuine stock. Write for prices. Geo. S. Woodruff, Inde- pendence. la Chinese Sacred Lilies. $3 per 100; $25 per 1,000. Dutch Hyacinths, named, single and double, first size, $6 per 100; exhibition size, $10. Dingee & Conard Co-, West Grove. P a. Bulbs, hyacinths, tulips and daffodils. P. Verdegaal, 14 Stone St.. New York. BuUis. all florists' varieties. H. E. Fiske Seed Co.. Faneuil Hall Square. Boston. Bulbs of all kinds. A. T-. Boddington. 342 W. 14th St.. New York. C ANNAS. Cannas, Alsace, Chas. Henderson, Duke of Marlborough, Capt. Drugeon, Mile. Eerat. Defender, Kate Gray. Pennsylvania. $1.75 per 100; $15 per 1.000. David Harum, F. A'aughan. $2.25 per 100; $20 per 1.000. Egandale, $2.50 per 100. King Humbert. $f> per 10.0. W. W- Coles, Kokomo, Ind. Cannas, Sec Chabanne, Paul Marquart. Cinnabar. $2 per 100. Pennsylvania. Louisi- ana. $2.50. Robusta, Mile. Berat, $1.50. Beaute Poitevine, Pres. Viger, $3. Papa Xardy. $5. Mixed of best varieties, 75c per 100; $6 per 1,000. Started plants can be furnished after March 1. Wagner Park Con- ■■•^ervatories. Sidney. Ohio. Canna roots, home-grown, divisions, $2 per 100; $1S.50 per 1,000. King Humbert, $6 per 100; $50 per 1.000. R. Vincent, Jr.. & Sons Co.. White Marsh. Md. Cannas. for varieties and prices see page advertisement in this issue. Arthur T. Bod- dington. 342 W. 14th St.. New York. Cannas — See our display for special offer- ings. Mosbaek Greenhouse Co., Onarga. III. CARNATIONS. Carnations. Shasta. Scarlet Glow, Sanga- mo. Admiration, Mrs. C. W. Ward, Con- quest. $12 per 100. O. P. Bassett. Pink Delight. Mrs. Chas. Knopf, Ruby, Mrs. J. C. Vaughan, Georgia, $6 per 100. White En- chantress. Lady Bountiful, White Perfection. Sarah Hill, Lloyd, Winsor, Afterglow. Splendor, Robt. Craig. Victory. $3 per 100. Queen Louise, The Queen, My Maryland. Flamingo. Roosevelt. Harlo warden. Cardinal. Mrs. Lawson, N. Fisher, Eldorado, Golden Beauty, $2 per 100. Beacon, $3.50. Pink Imperial. R. P. Enchantress, Variegated En- chantress, Mrs. Patten, Jessica, $2.50 per 100. Alma Ward. $2.50 per doz.; $15 per 100; Dorothy Gordon, $10 per 100; $75 per 1.000. Mabelle. $1,50 per 100. J. L. Dillon. Bloomsburg. Pa. Carnations, Conquest. Mary Tolman. San- gamo. $12 per 100; $100 per 1,000. White Eti- chantress. White Perfection. Daybreak. Rose Pink Enchantress, Winona. Winsor, Splendor, Aristocrat, Afterglow, Lawson-Enchantress, Beacon. Victory. Andrew Carnegie. $3 per 100; $25 per 1,000. Enchantress, $2.50 per 100; $20 per 1.000. May Day, O. P. Bas- set, $6 per 100; $50 per 1.000. Alvina, Gov. Deneen. $5 per 100; $45 per 1,000. Chicago Carnation Co.. Joliet. ill. Carnations, new seedlings, deep crimson and bright pink. $8 per lOO; $75 per 1.000. Rose Pink Enchantress, $5 per 100. Din- gee & Conard Co., West Grove, Pa. Carnations, Queen and Boston Market, R. C, $1.50 per 100; $10 per 1.000. Mosbaek Greenhouse Co., Onarga, 111. Carnations, Apple Blossom and Wanoka, strong rooted cuttings, delivery Jan. 1. Wanoka Greenhouses. Barneveld, N. Y. If You Do Not Find Wtiat You Need In Our Ready Reference Department, Write Us ADout It 152 The American Florist, Feb 12, Carnations, Enchantress. $2 per 100: $18 per 1.000. $3.50 per 100; $30 per 1,000. Red Victory, Var. Lawson, $2.50 per 100; $20 per 1,000. White Sarah Hill, $4 per 100; $35 per 1,000. Pink Lawson Enchan- tress, $2.50 per 100; $20 per 1,000. Pink Lawson, $2 per 100; $15 per 1,000. W. H. Talt, $4.60 per 100; $40 per 1,000. Beacon, $3 per 100; $25 per 1,000. Scheiden & Schoos^ 514 Asbury Ave.. Evanston. 111. Carnations, White Perfection, Rose Pink Enchantress. Afterglow, Enchantress and Victory. $15 per 1,000. White Enchantress, $17.60 per 1,000. Lawson Enchantress, Winona, Beacon. ^20 per 1,000. O. P. Bas- sett. Alvina, $3 5 per 1,000. Lawson, Win- sor, Harry Fenn, $10 per 1,000. A. M. Herr. Lancaster. Pa. , Carnations. Bay State, $3 per 100. Bea- con. Etichantress. Rose Pink Enchantress. Victory, White Perfection, White Enchan- tress. Winona. Winsor, $3 per 100; unrooted cuttings, $2 per 100. Shepard's Garden Carnation Co.. 292 Pairmount St., Lowell, Mass. . — Carnations, well rooted cuttings ready now. White Enchantress, Beacon, Winona, .\fterglow. Red Nelson Fisher. $3 per 100; $25 per 1.000. Winsor. $2.50 per 100; $20 per 1,000. O. P. Bassett. $6 per 100; $50 per 1.000. A. C. Canfleld. Springfield. 111. Carnations. Mrs. C. W. Ward, R. C. $2 per 12- $12 per 100; $100 per 1.000. Alma Ward. R. C. $3 per 12; $5 per 25: $9 Per 50; $16 per 100; $35 per 250; $60 per 500. $120 per 1,000. Cottage Gardens Co.. Inc.. Queens, L. I., N. Y. Carnations, Enchantress, Perfection, Bea- con, $3 per 100: $25 per 1,000. Rose Pink Enchantress, Winsor. $2.50 per 100; $20 per 1 .000. Thompson Carnation Co.. Jollet. 111. Carnations, Shasta, Sangamo. Scarlet Glow Conquest. Admiration, $12 per 100; $100 per 1.000. Vaughan's Seed Store. Chi. & N. Y. Carnation Scarlet Glow. $12 per 100; $100 per 1,000. F. Dorner & Sons Co.. Lafay- ette. Ind. Carnation Shasta. $12 per 100; $100 per 1 000. Baur & Smith, Indianapolis, Ind. Fatten & Co., Tewksbury. Mass. Carnations, Shasta, Sangamo. Scarlet Glow. Mary Tolman. Conquest. Admiration. $12 per 100; $100 per 1000. Vaughan's Seed Store, Chicago and New York. Carnations, Sangamo, Conquest, Mary Tol- man $12 per 100; $100 per 1,000. Chicago Carnation Co., Jollet. 111. . Carnation Georgia. $12 Per 100; $100 per 1.000. Welland & Ollnger. 128 B. 3rd St.. Cincinnati. O. . Carnations. Wood Bros.. Flshklll. N. Y. CBRYSANTHEMUMS. DAHLIAS. Chrysanthemums, Edmond Albe, Ellse Papworth. $5 per doz. : $35 per 100. Wells- Pocketfs set; Monrovia. Virginia Poehl- mann. E. G. Hill Co., Richmond. Ind. Chrysanthemums, snow white sport of Helen Frlck. stock plants. $3 per doz. ; small plants, $2 per doz. Henry Bichholz. Waynesboro. Pa. . Chrysanthemum, white sport of Helen Frick, $2 and $3 per doz. Henry Eichholz, Waynesboro. Pa. Chrysanthemum novelties. Charles H. Totty. Madison. N. J. Chrysanthemums, leading vara. Wood Bros.. Fishkill. N. Y. ^ . Chrysanthemums. Elmer D. Smith & Co., Adrian, Mich. CINERARIAS. Cinerarias. 6-in. 25o to 35c each. G. Aschroann. 1012 W. Ontario St., Phila. Cinerarias. J. C. Schmidt, Bristol, Pa. CXEMATIS. Clematis paniculata, field. 1-yr., 6c; 2-yr.. 10c. Dingee & Conard Co.. West Grove. Pa. Clematis.. Bobblnk & Atkins. Ruther- ford. N. J. COLEUS. Coleus. 10 kinds. Byer Bros.. Chambers- burg. Pa. . Coleus. extra fine stock in top cuttings, 75c; 2%-in., $2, 15 kinds. Mosbaek Green- house Co.. Onarga, 111. Coleus, VerschafEeltll and Golden Bedder. 2-ln.. $2 per 100. B. Vincent. Jr.. & Sons Co.. White Marsh. Md. CYCLAMENS. Cyclamens. 6-ln.. $4.60 per doz. Geo. Wlttbold Co.. 737 Buckingham PI.. Chicago. Cyclamens, 3-ln.. $7 per 100; 4-ln., $15. D. U. Augspurger & Sons Co.. Peoria. III. Cyclamens. Geo. A. Kuhl. Pekln, 111. Dahlias, six novelties of special merit. Corona. Charles Clayton. W. K. Jewett. Manitou. Princess Yetive. The Baron, other novelties and the best standard varieties. Tlie best is the cheapest. Prices reasonable and fair dealing guaranteed. Hollyliocks and other hardy plants. Catalogue. W. W. Wilmore. Box 382. Denver. Colo. Dahlias. Countess of Lonsdale. $S per 100. Black Beauty. Elegante. $3. Arabella. Earl of Pembroke. $6. All large roots. Order today. Wagner Park Conservatories. Sidney. Ohio. Ohio dahlia, field roots, 7Bc each: $8.50 per doz. J. M. McCullough's Sons Co.. 316 W^alnut St., Cincinnati. O. Dahlia roots, field clumps. $5 per 100 and up. R. Vincent. Jr.. & Sons Co.. White Marsh. Md. Dahlias. Pape & Bergmann, Quedlinburg, Germany. DRACENAS. Dracena indivisa. 3 -in., 5c; 4 -in., Mosbaek Greenhouse Co.. Onarga, III. EASTER STOCK; Easter stock: Azaleas, hydrangeas. Baby Ramblers. White Ramblers, Souperts, lilies, hyacinths, etc. Geo. A. Kuhl, Pekin, 111. FERNS. Ferns, Improved Elegantissima, 4-in.. $3 per doz.; 6-in., $9 per doz.; 8-ln.. $12 to $13 per doz. Superbissima. 4-in.. $3 per doz.; 6-in.. $6 to $9 per doz.; 8-ln., $12 to $18 per doz. Boston. Piersoni, Whitman!. Scottii. 6-in.. $6 per doz.; 8-in.. $12 per doz. F. R. Pierson Co., Tarrytown. N. Y. ■ Perns, Boston, 2%-in., $4.60 per 100: 4-ln.. $15; 6-in., $25; 7-in., $60. Whitmanl, 2%- in.. $5 per 100. Assorted ferns for dishes. 2-ln.. $3. D. U. Auspurger & Sons Co.. Peoria. 111. Ferns, S'cottii. Whitmanl and E'iegantis- sima, 3-in.. 10c. Piersonl and Boston, 3-in.. 8c. Pierson' Elegantissima and Whitman!, 5-in., 30c. Mosbaek Greenhouses. Onarga, 111. Perns. Neph. Todeaoides. 5%. 6 and 7 in.. 35c to $1 each. Pteris Victoria. 6-in. pans. 30c per pan. G. Aschmann. 1012 W. Ontario St.. Philadelphia. ; Nephrolepis Whitmanl. 4-in. pots. 8c each; 3-ln. pots. 6c each; 2^-in. pots, 3c each: 2^-ln.. 2^c each; runners. Ic. Ley & Bro.. Highland. N. Y. Dwarf ferns for fern dishes. 6 best sorts, in fine condition. 2c: $18 per 1.000. The Good & Reese Co.. Springfield. O. Perns. Piersonl, Barrowsl, Scottll and Ele- gantissima, 4-in.. $15 per 100. Wagner Park Conservatories. Sidney, O. Ferns for dishes, asst.. 2%-in.. $3.50 per 100; $30 per 1.000. Zrank Oechslln. 4911 Quincy St.. Chicago. Pern Nephrolepis Glatrasll. 2Vi-ln.. $3.60 per doz.; $25 per 100; $200 ner 1.000. George Glatras. 463 Summit Ave.. W. Hoboken. N. J. PERNS. Boston. 2-in. pots, $2.50 per 100. Piersonl, 2-in. pots, $2.50 per 100. Cash. Chlllicothe Floral Co., Chillicothe, O. Ferns, $25 per 1 Whitmanl. .4-ln.. 10c; 2!4-in.. 3c: ,000. John A. Doyle. Springfield. O. Ferns, per 100. Boston, 4 and 6-ln.. $15 and $20 P. C. Rlebe. Webster. Mass. Ferns, all kinds. Geo. A. Kuhl. Pekln. 111. Perns. 4-ln.. 25c. Boston. 3-ln.. 26c each. Whitmanl. Geo. M. Bmmans. Newton. N. J. Perns, Henry H. Whitmanl. 2Vi-in.. $5 per 100. Barrows & Sons. Whitman. Mass- GIRANIUMS. Ferns. W. Coles. Scottii. 6-ln.. 20c; Kokomo. Ind. 6-in., 30c. W. ncus. FIcus elastlca, 20 to 24-lns.. extra fine. $3.60 per doz. Wagner Park Conservatories. Sidney, O. \ Ficus elastlca, 22-24 Ins., $6 per doz.; $5(1 per 100. Frank Oechslln, 4911 Quincy St., Chicago. FUCHSIAS. Fuchsias, asst, 6 vars.. $3 per 100: $25 per 1,000. Storrs & Harrison Co.. Palnes- ville. O. Fuchsias, 6 vars.. 2-ln.. $2 per 100. R. Vincent. Jr.. & Sons Co., White Marsh. Md. GENISTAS. Genista racemosa. 5-in., $3.60 per doz.; $2 5 per 100. Storrs & Harrison Co., Palnes- ville. O. Geraniums, strong 2-ln. stock. Heteranthe, Nutt. Jean Vlaud. La Favorite, L'Aube. Hill. $2 per 100; $18 per 1.000. Our selec- tion, $17 per 1.000. Pamela, $4 per 100. Anastasle Lecadre, $3 per 100. Red Wing. the best novelty of the season. 25c each; $2.50 per doz. Write for geranium cata- logue. P. H. De Witt & Co.. Wooster. Ohio. Geranium. RIcard, Nutt, Buchner, from 2 and 2V4-in. pots, extra fine lot of strong, cool grown plants, $2.25 per 100; $20 per 1,000; mixed. $2 per 100; $18 per 1.000. Well packed. J. R. Brooks. Oxford Depot, N. Y. Geraniums, Nutt, Doyle, Perkins. Grant. La Favorite. R. C. $1.26; 2-ln.. $2; 3-ln.. $4 per 100. Vlaud. Castellane. Poltevlne. Jaulin, Ricard. Buchner. R. C. $1.50; 2-ln.. $2.50; 3-in.. $5 per 100. Mme. Sallerol. 2-in.. $3 per 100. G. M. Emmans. Newton. N. J. GERANIUM CUTTINGS. S. A. Nutt. Gen. Grant, Beaute Poltevlne, Jean Vlaud. Mme. Buchner. Large top cuttings, well rooted. $1.60 per 100: $16 per 1.000. The W. T. Buckley Co.. Springfield. 111. Geraniums, Nutt, Buchner, La Favorite, Jean Vlaud, John Doyle, $2 per 100; $5 per 300: $16.50 per 1,000. J. C. Schmidt, Bristol, Pa. Geraniums. S. A. Nutt and 8 others. 2%- In.. $2.50 per 100; $20 per 1,000. Jos. H. Cunningham, Delaware, O. Geraniums, standard sorts. $2 per 100; $18.50 per 1,000; 2-ln. pots. R. Vincent Jr., & Sons Co., White Marsh. Md. Geraniums, dbl. Grant, Casteilaine, 2-In.. 2c. Byer Bros.. Chambersburg. Pa. Geraniums, leading vars.. 3-in.. $3.60 per 100. F. C. Rlebe. Webster. Mass. Geraniums, ivy. J. C. Schmidt, Bristol. Pa. GREENS. Greens, fancy and dagger ferns, $1.75 per 1.000. Galax, bronze and green, $1.25 per 1,000; 10.000. $7.50. Sphagnum Moss, large bales, $1.25; Leucothoe Sprays, $1 per 100; 1,000. $7.50. Boxwood. 35c per bunch, 50 lbs.. $8.50. Michigan Cut Flower Exchange. Inc., 38-40 Broadway, Detroit, Mich. Greens dagger and fancy ferns, $1.50 per 1,000. Bronze and green galax, $1 per 1.000; $8.50 per 10,000. Leucothoe Sprays, $1 per 1,000; $7.50 per 10,000. Henry M. Robinson & Co., 15 Province St., Boston. Mass. Greens, galax, green or bronze, 50c per 1,000. Leucothoe sprays, green, 2 ft. up, $2.50 per 1,000; 16 ins. up, $1.50 per 1.000: bronze. $4 per 1,000. Tuckaseigee Ever- green Co., Sylva. N. C. Greens, southern wild smilax. Log mosses, natural and perpetuated. E. A. Beaven, Evergreen, Ala. Greens, cut palmetto and cycas leaves, galax, leucothoe, ferns, mosses, etc. Kervan Co., 113 W. 28th St., New York. Greens, evergreen, fancy and dagger ferns, bronze and green galax. Geo. Cot- sonas & Co.. 33 W- 28th St.. New York. Asparagus plumosus. strings. 50c each. W. H. Elliott. Brighton. Mass. HELIOTROPES. Heliotrope, Miss Bernice. 2^^-in.. $S per 100. Skidelsky & Irwin Co., 1315 Betz Bldg., Philadelphia. Heliotrope, $1 per 100; $8 per 1,000. S. D. Brant. Clay Center. Kans. Heliotrope. R. C. 75c per 100 prepaid. Cash. Chas. Frost. Kenllworth. N. J. HYDRANGEAS. Hydrangea Arborescens Grandlflora Alba. The true large flowering forcing variety, warranted true, 2^ -in. pots, $3 per 100; 1-year field-grown, strong, 12 to IS inches. $6 per 100; $55 per 1.000. New trade list ready. Write for it today. The Good & Reese Co., The Largest Rose Growers in the World, Springfield. O. Hydrangea Arborescens Grandiflora. We have the largest stock of strong 2-year plants in America. Plants 2 to 3 feet. $2.60 per doz.: $15 per 100; $140 per 1.000. Good plants. 15 to 20 inches, $10 per 100, List free. E. Y. Teas. Centerville, Ind. Hydrangea Arborescens Grandiflora Alba (grown from stock obtained form The E. Q. Hill Co.). Field grown 15 to 20 Ins., $7 per 100; $65 per 1,000; a smaller size. $5 per 100; 2V4-in., $3 per 100; $25 per 1,000. John A. Doyle. Springfield, O. Hydrangeas, R. C, $1.50 per 100; 2-ln.. 60c per doz.; $4 per 100; 3-ln., $1 per doz.; $S per 100. D. U. Auspurger & Sons Co.. Box 778, Peoria. 111. If You Do Not Find What You Need in Our Ready Reference Department, Write Us Aboiit It igio. The American Florist. 153 Hydrangea panlculata candi., 18 to 24 Ins., 6o; 2 to 3 ft., 9c. Dlnge* & Conard Co., West Grove, Pa. Hydrangea Otaksa, pot-grown, 6-ln., }16 per 100. Jackson & Perkins Co., Newark, N. Y. . Hydrangeas. Geo. A. Kuhl, Pekln. 111. IVY. Tvy, R. C. Kngilsh $1; German, 60c per 100, prepaid. Chas. Frost, Kenllworth. N. J. LANTANAS. Lantanas, 8 vars., 2-ln., $2 per 100. R. Vincent. Jr., & Sons Co.. White Marsh, Md. LILACS. Lilacs. Jacs Sralts. Naarden, Holland. LILY OF THE VALLEY. To Import. Lily of the valley. London Market, $1.75 per 100; $14 per 1.000. Premium. $1.50 per 100; $12 per 1,000. International, $1.26 per 100; $10 per 1,000. Vaughan's Seed Store, Chicago and New York. Lily of the valley. Naarden. Holland. Jacs Smlts, Ltd.. Lily of the valley. Otto Mann, Leipzig, Saxony. Germany. From Storage. For Sale — 9 cases of the choicest Ger- man Valley pips, in 2500 lots at $45 per case of 2500. Pips are now in cold storage in San Francisco. Address Las Palmas Greenhouses, Palo Alto. Calif. Lily of the valley, cold storage, 250. $3.60; per 1.000, $13. W. C. Beckert, Northside, Pittsburg, Pa. Lily of the valley. H. N. Bruns, 3040 W. Madison St.. Chicago. LOBELIA. Lobelia, Kathleen. Mallard, 2-ln., $2 per 100. R. Vincent, Jr., & Sons Co., White Marsh, Md. MOONVINES. Moonvlnes. 2-in.. $3 per lOO. D. U. Aug- spurger & Sons Co., Peoria. 111. MUSHROOM SPAWN. Mushroom Spawn. Lambert's Pure Cul- ture. American Spawn Co.. St. Paul. Mi nn. Mushroom Spawn. Sure Crop, $8 per 100 lbs. Weeber & Don.. 114 Chambers St.. N. Y. NURSERY STOCK. Nursery stock, blue spruce, berried plants, climbing- plants, clematis, conifers, ever- greens, funkias, Japan maples, hydrangeas. Jacs Smits. Ltd., Naarden, Holland. Nursery stock, the newest lilacs, dbl. and single. Fruit and ornamental trees, shrubs, roses, hardy plants. EUwanger & Barry, Mount Hope Nurs., Rochester, N. Y. Viburnum pllcatum. 2 to 3 ft-. 12c; 3 to 3% ft., 15c. Dingee & Conard Co., West Grove. Pa. Nursery stock. Clematis, ampelopsls. tree hydrangeas, lilacs, shrubs, vines and per- ennials. Jackson & Perkins, Newark. N. Y. Nursery stock, large trees, oaks, maples, pines and hemlocks. Andorra Nurseries, Chestnut Hill. Philadelphia. Nursery stock arbor vltae (Thuya occl- dentalis). 3 to 4 ft.. 4 to 5 ft. trees. The Wm. H. Moon Co.. Morrlsville. Pa. Nursery stock. Vines, perennials, conifers, shade and fruit trees, hedge plants. Jack- son^ Trees, shrubs, evergreens, hardy plants. EUwanger & Barry. Rochester, N. Y. Nursery stock, ornamental trees and shrubs. "W. & T. Smith Co., Geneva, N. Y. ORCHIDS. Orchids, importers, exporters, growers and hybridists. Sander, St. Albans. England. New York office, room 1. 235 Broadway. Orchids. Largest stock in the country. Ask for prices. Julius Roehrs Co., Ruther- ford. N. J. Orchids, all commercial, cattleyas and novelties. Carlllo & Baldwin. Seacaucus, N. J. Orchids of all kinds. Lager & Hurrell, Summit, N. J. Orchids. G. L. Freeman, 388 Appleton St., Holyoke. Mass. PALMS. Palms, Kentia Bel.. 2%-in., $10 per 100; 3-in., $20. Kentia Fors., 2V4-ln., $10 per 100; 3-in., $20. Phoenix, 2 vars., 2%-in.. $4 per 100; 3-in., $7. Bargains in Latania Borbonica. D. U. Augspurger & Sons Co., Box 778. Peoria. 111. Palms. Kentia Fors.. 3 5 to 50 Ins., $1.50 to $3 each; 4-in., 20c. Belmoreana, 4-in., 25c; 3-in., 10c. Cocos Wedd., 3-in.. 15c. Latania Borb., 4-ln.. 20c. Areca lutescens. 5-in.. 35c. O. Aschmann. 1012 W. Ontario St., Philadelphia. Palms. Forsterlana. 7-ln., 40 to 44 Ins., $4 each; S-in., 44 to 48 Ins., $5. Storrs & Harrison Co.. Painesville, O. Palms. Bobblnk & Atkins, Rutherford, N. J. PANSIES. Pansies. extra strong transplanted stock, .?5 per 1,000. Mosbaek Greenhouse Co., Onarga. 111. Pansies. German strain, $2.60 per 1,000. F. C. Riebe, Webster. Mass. Pansy plants. $2.50 per 1,000. Jos. H. Cunningham. Delaware, O. PELARGONIUMS. Pelargoniums. Mme. Vlbert. Sandiford's surprise. Linda, Dorothy, Mme. Thibaut. strong. 2-in.. $6 per 100. F. H. DeWitt & Co.. Wooster. Ohio. PEONIES. Peonies, all vars., Jacs Smlts, Ltd.. Naar- den, Holland. _^^ Peonies, leading vars., W. & T. Smith Co., Geneva, N. Y. Peonies only by the wholesale. Best 100 varieties. J. F. Rosenfleld. West Point, Neb. Peonies, Lucretia Dewberry. Gilbert H. Wild. Sarcoxie, Mo. Peonies, sixteen acres. Write for prices. Gilbert H. Wild, Sarcoxie, Mo. Peonies, a superb collection. Jackson & Perkins Co.. Newark, N. Y^ PETUNIAS. Petunias, dbl.. mixed colors, $3 per 100. R. Vincent. Jr.. & Sons, White Marsh, Md . Petunias, dbl. (Dreer's), $2 per 100; $5 per 300. J. C. Schmidt. Bristol, Pa. Petunias, dbl., 2-ln., $2 per 100. Byer Bros.. Chambersburg, Pa. PRIMULAS. Primroses, obconica. 3-in., $6 per 100: Baby, 2-in., $2.50 per 100. D. U. Augspurger & Sons Co., Box 778, Peoria. 111. Primula obconica in fine bloom, lOc each. Mosbaek Greenhouse Co., Onarga, 111. Primula obconica, 10c each. Mosbaek Greenhouse Co.. Onarga, 111. Primula obconica. J. C. Schmidt, Bristol, Pa. PRIVET. 50,000 California privet and Ampelopsis Veltchil, fleld-grown. BenJ. Connell. Merch- antville. N. J. Calitornia privet. 12 to 13 inches, branched, $10 per 1,000. Larger sizes at low rates. E. Y. Teas. Centerville. Ind. RHODODENDRONS. Rhododendrons. 18 Ins., 8 to 12 bnds, $9 per doz. ; 24 Ins., 12 to 15 buds, $12. Storrs & Harrison Co., Painesville, O^ Rhododendrons, $6. $9, $12, $16, $18 per doz. Bobblnk & Atkins, Rutherford, N. J. Rhododendrons. Jacs fmlts. Ltd.. Naar- den, Holland. ROOTED CUTTINGS. Booted Cuttings, prepaid; Heliotrope, $1. Fuchsias, 8 kinds. $1. Paris daisies, yel- low and white, $1. Cuphea, 75c. Vlnca Var., 90c. Coleus, 10 kinds. 60c. Alter- nantheras, 3 kinds, 60c. Ageratoms. 3 kinds, 60c. Swalnsona alba, $1. Dbl. petunias. 10 kinds, $1. Feverfew Gem. $1. Flowering begonias, 8 kinds, $1.25. Byer Bros., Cham- bersburg. Pa. Rooted Cuttings: Coleus. 10 varieties, 60c per 100; $5 per 1,000. Salvias, 75o per 100; $6 per 1,000. Double Petunias, $1 per 100; $9 per 1.000. Heliotrope. $1 per 100; $9 per 1.000. Ageratum, 50c per 100; $4 per 1,000. Begonias (Gracilis), $1 per 100; $9 per 1,000. Birmingham Landscape and Nursery Co., P. O. Box 663. Birmingham, Ala. Rooted cuttings; Verbenas, 70c per 100; $6 per 1.000. Mums. $1.25 per 100; $10 per 1.000. Daisies, white and yellow. $1 per 100; $8 per 1.000. Alyssum. 80c per 100; $7 per 1.000. Feverfew. $1.25 per 100; $10 per 1,000. Mme. Salleroi. $1.25 per 100; $10 per l.noO. C. Humfeld. Clay Center, Kans. ROSES. Roses, White Killarney. R. C. S6.50 per 100; J60 per 1,000; 2%-in., $8.50 per 100; $75 per 1,000; grafted, $14 per 100; $125 per 1.000. Pink Killarney. R. C. $4 per 100; $35 per 1,000; 2Vi-in., $6 per 100; $55 per 1.000: grafted, $12 per 100; $110 per 1,000. My Maryland. R. C, $4 per 100; $35 per 1,000; 2%-in., $6 per 100; $55 per 1,000; grafted, $12 per 100; $110 per 1,000. Rich- mond. R. C, $3.50 per 100; $30 per 1,000; 2>;4-in., $5.50 per 100; $50 per 1,000. Maids. Brides, R. C, $3 per 100; $25 per 1,000; 2'A-in., $5 per 100; $45 per 1,000 Am. Beauties, R. C. $4 per 100; $35 per 1.000; 214-in., $7 per 100; $65 per 1,000. Poehl- mann Bros. Co.. Morton Grove, 111. Roses, dormant stock. Crimson Rambler. 2-yr.. branched, own roots. $2 per doz.; $15 per 100; 2-yr., budded. $2 per doz.; $15 per 100; 3-yr., budded. $3 per doz.; $18 per 100: 4-in., $10 per 100. Tausendschon, 2 yr.. grafted, $3.50 per doz.; $25 per 100. Lady Gay, 2-yr., $3 per doz.: $20 per 100. White Baby Rambler, 3-in.. 15c each; 4-in.. 25c each; $2.60 per doz.; $20 per 100. Baby Rambler, 1st size, budded, 3-yr.. $2.60 per doz.; $16 per 100; $150 per 1,000; 2nd size, grafted. 2-yr., $2 per doz.; $12 per 100; $100 per 1,000; pot-grown, 2%-in., 75c per doz.; $5 per 100; 3-in.. $1.25 per doz.; $8 per 100; 4-in.. $2 per doz.; $12 per 100. Vaughan's Seed Store, Chicago and New York^ Roses, dormant field-grown, own roots. Sweetheart. T. Blumschen, La Fiamma, Trier.. D. Perkins, Lady Gay. Debutante, Hiawatha, 12c each. Tausendschon, Barbier. 20c. Dingee & Conard Co., West Grove. Pa . Roses, for forcing, hybrid perpetuals and Ramblers. Jackson & Perkins Co., New- ark, N. Y. Roses, on own roots, budded, bedding, H. Ps.. hybrids and teas. W. cS: T. Smith Co., Geneva, N. Y. Taft rose, 2%-in., $15 per 100. J. M. McCullough's Sons Co., 316 Walnut St., Cln- clnnati. O. Roses, Crimson Ramblers, Souperts, Her- mosa. Geo. A. Kuhl, Pekln, 111. Roses. Bride, Maid, Golden Gate. 3-ln., $5 per 100. Geo. M. Emmans, Newton, N. J . Roses, Newport Fairy, 50c each; $20 per 100. Julius Roehrs Co.. Rutherford, N. J. Roses, leading varieties. Leedle Floral Co.. Springfield, Ohio. Rose Radiance, 2%-in., $18 per 100. John Cook, 318 Charles St., Baltimore, Md. Roses. 3-in. Wood Bros.. FIshkill, N. Y. SALVIAS. Salvia, good strong stock, 2 ^ -in., $2.50 per 100. named varieties. Mosbaek Green- house Co.. Onarga. 111. S££DS. Seeds, Alyssum Carpet Queen, $5 per oz. ; tr. pkt.. 25c. Phlox Dwarf Fireball, oz., $2.50; tr. pkt., 35c; Roseball, oz., $2; tr. pkt., 30c; Snowball, oz., $3; tr. pkt., 40c; CIcily, oz.. $2.50; tr. pkt., 35c; Salvia Fire- ball, oz., $4; tr. pkt., 50c; King of Scarlets, oz., $10; tr. pkt., 50c; Zurich, oz., $8; tr. pkt., 50c. O. V. Zangen. Hoboken. N. J. Seeds, Sprengeri, 75c per 1,000 seeds. Petunias dbl. fringed, trade pkt.. $1; single, BOc; California giants. 50c. Salvia Zurich, oz., $5; Triumph, oz., $5. Moon flower, white, 35c. W. C. Beckert, 103 Federal St.. North Side, Pittsburg, Pa. SeedSj Lobelia Crystal Palace compacta. Salvia, S"plendens and Bonfire, Centaurea Gym., Coboea scandens. Mignonette. N. Y. Market. Begonia Vernon, Dracena indivisa, Primula Chinensis. Schizanthus "Wisetonensis. Onion Ailsa Craig. Tomato The Don. Weeber & Don, 114 Chambers St.. New York. Vaughan's New Crop flower seeds. For varieties and prices see advertisement page 141 in this issue. Vaughan's Seed Store, Chicago and New York. Seeds, onion, lettuce, sweet peas, carrot, celeryj leek, mustard, parsley, parsnip, rad- ish, salsify. C. C. Morse & Co., 48-56 Jack- son St.. San Francisco, Calif. Seeds, beans, peas, sweet corn, onion, beet, turnip, etc. The Everett B. Clark Seed Co.. Milford, Conn. ; East Jordan, Mich.; Sister Bay, Wis. Seeds, Cauliflower and cabbage. Hjalmar Hartman & Co.. 31 Barclay St., New York, and 12 Stormgade. Copenhagen.. Seeds, Phoenix Roebeleni. Sander, T. Mellstrom, Representative, 235 Broadway, New York. Seeds, specialties: Stocks, pansies. cycla- mens, etc. Pape & Bergemann, Quedllnburg, Germany. It You Do Not Find What You Need In Our Ready Reference Department, Write Us About It 154 The American Florist, Feb. 12, Seeds tor the market gardener. German Nurseries & Seed House, Box 245, Beatrice, Neb. : Seed, perennial rye grass, lb., Oc; 100 lbs . §5.50. The Avenue Floral Co., 344- fat. Charles Ave.. New '->rletms. La. Seed, jiaiisv. I.OUU seed.s. J5c; 1 oz., ?2.i::.. H. Wrede. Luncliura. Germany. Seeds Simon's li'it Weather lettuce. I. N. Simon iV: .Son. Philad elphia. Seeds, sweet peas, Christmas Pink and Denzer^ $2 lb . Cha s. H. Totty^ Madison, N^J. ~ Seeds, Hower. Frederick Roemer, Qued- linburg, Germ any. Seeds all kinds. Bridgman's Seed "Ware- house. 37 E. 19th St., New York. Seeds, asters. James Vick's Sons, Roches- ter, N. Y. Seeds. Landreth Seed Establishment, Bloomsdale Farms, Bristol. Pa. Seeds, Vick's Quality. James Vick's Sons, Rochester, N. Y. Seeds of all kinds. W. W. Johnson & Son, Ltd., Boston. England. Seeds, all kinds. J. IVI. Thorburn & Co., 33 Barclay St., New York. . Vegetable seeds, plants, sold direct. Cata- logue free. Qlick Seed Farms, Lancaster. P a. Seed, asters. Yick & Hill, Box 4G13, Rochester. N. Y. Seeds, garden, field and flower. S. D. Woodruff & Sons, 82-84 Dey St.. New York. Contract Growers. Seeds, peas, beans. Alfred J. Brown' Seed Co., Grand Rapids. Mich. Seeds, sweet peas, tomatoes, Lima beans, lettuce, asters, cosmos and other flower seeds. John Bodger & Sons, Gardena, Calif. Seeds, beans, cucumber, tomato, radish, pea, muskmelon, squash, watermelon, sw'eet corn. S. M. Isbell & Co., Jackson. Mich. Seeds, lettuce, onions, sweet peas, aster, cosmos, mignonette, verbena. Waldo Roh- nert. Gllroy. Calif. Seeds, sweet peas. Anton Zvolanek, Boundbrook, N. J. Seeds, growers for the wholesale trade only. Braslan Seed Growers' Co., San Jose, Calif. California seed contracts. Klmberlin Seed Co., Santa Clara, Calif. S'eed^ of all kinds. A. T. Boddington, 342 W. 14th St.. New York. Seeds, field, garden and flower. Rout- zahn Seed Co.. Arroyo Grande, Calif. smuax. Smilax plants, 2tl-ln.. J1.50 per 100; J12 per 1,000. Skldelsky & Irwin Co., 1215 Betz Bldg., Philadelphia, Pa. Smilax. 2-in., $1.25 per 100. Byer Bros., Chambersburg, Pa. Smilax. Wood Bros., Flshkill. N. Y. SFISEAS. Splreas. J. Smits. Ltd., Naarden, Holland. VEGETABLE PLANTS. Vegetable plants. Cabbage, Wakefield and Succession. $1 per 1.000; $8.50 per 10,000. Parsley, 25c per 100; $1.25 per 1,000. Let- tuce, Big Boston, Boston Market, Grand Rapids. $1 per 1,000. R. Vincent. Jr., & Sons Co., White Marsh, Md. VERBENAS. Verbenas, rooted cuttings, our selection, 75c per 100; $6 per 1000; plants, 2Vi-ln., our selection, $2.60 per 100; $20 per 1000; R. C, purchaser's selection, 90c per 100: $8 per 1000; plants. 2i4-in., $3 per 100; $25 per 1000. J. L. Dillon. Bloomsburg, Pa. Verbenas. R. C, 70c per 100; $6 per 1,000. S. D. Brant, Clay Center, Kans. Lemon Verbena, 2-ln.. $2 per 100. R. Vincent. Jr., & Sons Co.. White Marsh. Md. Lemon Verbena, R. C, 75c per 100 pre- paid. Cash. Chas. Frost. Kenilworth, N. J. VINCAS. Vlnca minor, the hardy vinca for ceme- tery planting and under trees, where grass will not grow; well rooted layers, $1.50 per 100; $10 per 1,000. B. Y. Teas. Centerville, Ind. . Vinca variegated, 2'^-in., $2.50 per 100. Mosbaek Greenhouse Co., Qnarga. 111. Vinca, ^-arieKated. .-in.. $2.60 per 100. Mosbaek Greenbuuse Co., Qnarga, 111. Vinca vai., 2-ln., $2 per 100. Jos. H. Cunningham, Delaware, O. Vinca Variegated, field. $4 per 100. F. C. Riebe, Webster, Mass. Vinca var.. R. C. 75c oer 100 prepaid, cash. Chas., Frost, Kenilworth. N. J. VIOLETS. VIOLETb, Baronne A. de Rothschild is making good everywhere, as the most free and most fragrant single in cultivation. Size and stem equal to Princess, color a shade darker. Rooted runners or divisions, ready in April. Book your order now, at $6 per 100: $50 per 1,000. F. w. Fletcher Co.. Auburndale, Mass. Violets, Princess of Wales, 5 per 100. F. C. Riebe, Webster, Mass. Violets. Wood Bros., FishklU. N. Y. WHOLESALE CUT FLOWERS. Commission Dealers. Allen, J. K.. 106 W. 2Sth St.. New York. Amling, E. C, 32-36 Randolph St., Chicago. Berning, H. G.. 1402 Pine St., St. Louis. Deamud, J. B. Co., 51 Wabash Ave., Chl- cago. Denver Wholesale Florist Co., 1433-35 Call- fornia St.. Denver, Colo. Flower Growers' Market, 60 Wabash Ave., Chicago. . Ford Bros.. 48 W. 2Sth St., New York. Froment, Horace E.. 57 W. 28th St.. N. Y. Guttraan, Alex J., 34 W. 2Sth St.. N. Y. Holton & Hunkel Co.. 462 Milwaukee St., Milwaukee, Wis. Hunt, E. H., 76 Wabash Ave., Chicago. Kennicott Bros. Co.. 48-50 Wabash, Chicago. Kessler Bros.. 50 W. 28th St.. New York. Keuhn. C. A.. 1122 Pine St.. St. Louis, Mo. Kruchten, John, 51 W abash Ave., Clilcago. Kyle & Foerster, 61 Wabash Ave., Chicago. Langjahr, Alfred H., 65 W. 28th St.. N. Y. McCallum Co.. 937 Liberty Ave., Pittsburg. McCullough's Sons Co.. J. M., 316 Walnut St.. Cincinnati, O. McKellar, Chas. W., 61 W^abash, Chicago. McKissick, W. E. & Bros.. 1619-21 Ranstead St., Philadelphia. Moore, Hentz & Nash. 65-57 W. 26th St., New York. Michigan Cut Flower Exchange, 30-40 Broadway, Detroit, Mich. Millang. Aug.. 41 W. 28th St., New York. Mlllang, Chas., 444 6th Ave., cor. 27th St., New York. Murdoch & Co.. J. B., 714 Penn Ave., Pltts- burg. Pa. Murphy, William, 311 Main St., Cincinnati. Nlessen Co.. Leo. 1208 Arch St.. Phlla. N. Y. Cut Flower Ex., Coogan Bldg., 6th Ave, and W. 26th St., New York. Pittsburg Cut Flower Co., 222 Oliver Ave., Pittsburg. Pittsburg Florists" Exchange, 217-233 Dla- mond St., Pittsburg, Pa. Pollworth, C. C. Co.. Milwaukee, Wis. Randan, A. L. Co., 19 Randolph St., Chi- cago^ Rice Bros., 128 N. 6th St., Minneapolis, Minn. Raynor, John I., 49th and W. 28th St., New York. Sheridan. Walter F., 39 'W. 28th St., N. Y. 31lnn, B. S., 65-67 W. 26th St., New York. 3mlth & Co.. W. C. 1316 Pine St., St. Louis, rraendly & Sehenck, 44 W. 28th St., N. Y. Vaughan & Sperry, 52-54 Wabash, Chicago. Welch Bros.. 226 Devonshire St., Boston. IVinterson, E. F. Co., 45-49 Wabash. Chicago, roung, C. & Sons, 1406 Olive St., St. Louis, foung & Nugent. 42 W. 28th St., New York. Zech & Mann., 61 Wabash Ave., Chicago. Growers. Bassett & Washburn, 76-78 Wabash Ave., Chicago. ' Bruns. H. N.. 1049-11 W. Madison. Chicago. Budlong, J. A., 37-39 Randolph St., Chl- cago. Chicago Rose Co., 66-58 Wabash Ave., Chl- cago. Dayton F loral Co., Dayton. O. E lliott. W. H., Brighton, Mass. Hill. The E. G. Co.. Richmond. Ind. Krueger Bros., Toledo, O. Poehlmann Bros., 35-37 Randolph, Chicago. Reinberg, Geo.. 51 Waba sh Ave., Chicago^ Reinberg, Peter, 35 Randolph St., Chicago. Welland &. Oiinger, 128 E. 3d St., Clncln- nati. O. Welland & Risch, 50 Wabash Ave., Chicago. Wletor Bros.. 61 Wab ash Ave.. Chicago. Wittbold. Geo. Co., 1667 Buckingham PI., Chicago. RETAIL CUT FLOWERS. Albany. N. Y.— H. G. Eyres. 11 N. Pearl St. Anderson, S. C. — The Anderson Floral Co., 533 Marshall Ave. Atlanta, Ga. — Atlanta Floral Co.. 41 Peach- tree St. Baltimore, Md. — Z. D. Blackstone, 1601 Eu- t aw PI. Boston. Mass. — Hoffman, florist, 59 Massa- chus etts Ave. Brooklyn, N. Y. — Robt. G. Wilson, F^ilton St. and Green Ave. Buffalo, N. Y. — W. J. Palmer & Son, 304 Main St. Chicago — Hauswirth, Florist, Auditorium Annex. Chicago — Wittbold, Florist, 1657 Bucklng- ham Pi. Cincinnati, O. — Julius Baer, 138 E. 4th St. Colorado Springs, Colo. — Frank F. Crump. Dayton, O. — Matthews. 16 W. 3d St. Denver. Colo. — Daniels & Fisher. Denver, Colo.— The Park Floral Co. Detroit, Mich. — John Breitmeyer's Sons, cor. Miami and Gratiot Aves. Indianapolis, Ind. — Bertermann Bros. Co., 241 Mass. Ave. Kansas City, Mo. — Geo. M. Kellogg Flower and Plant Co., 906 Grand Ave. Also Pleasant Hill. Mo. Kansas City — S. Murray, 1017 Broadway. Los Angeles. Calif. — J. W. Wolfskill, 218 W^. 4th Si. Louisville. Ky. — J. Schultz. 644 4th Ave. New Orleans. La. — U. J. Virgin. S33 Canal St. New York — A. T. Bunyard Floral Co., 413 Madison Ave. New York — David Clarke's Sons. 2139 Broad- way. , Omaha. Neb. — Hess & Swoboda, 1416 Far- nam St. Rochester, N. Y. — J. B. Keller Sons, 25 Clinton St. San Francisco, Calif. — J. B. Boland, 60 Kearney St. St. Louis. Mo. — Young's. 1406 Olive St. St. Paul. Minn. — Holm & Olson. Terre Haute. Ind. — John Heinl & Son, 129 So. 7th St. Toronto. Ont. — Dunlop's, 96 Yonge St. WashinKton. D. C. — Z. D. Blackistone, 14th and H Sts. Washington, D. C. — A. Gude & Bros., 1214 F St. Washington, D. C— Geo. C. Shaffer, 14th and I Sts.. N. W. FANS. Fans. Sirocco. Anrerican Blower Co., Dept. A. F.. Detroit, Mich. FERTILIZERS. Wizard Shredded Cattle Manure, 100 lbs., $1.20; 600 lbs., $5; 1,000 lbs., $8: 2.000 lbs.. $13 Pulverized Manure Co.. 32 E.xchange Ave.. Union Stock Yards, Chicago. Thomson's vine, plant and vegetable ma- nure. Wm. Thomson & Sons, Ltd., Cloven- fords. Scotland. GAS ENGINES. Akron Gas Engines, 3 h. p.. 5 h. p. and other sizes. The Aliron Machine Co., Ak- ron ,CX GLASS. Glass, Greenhouse glass a specialty; also window glass. Sprague, Smitli & Co., 167-9 Randolph St.. Chicago. Glass. High grade, double thick green- house glass. Lord & Burnhara, 1133 Broad- way. N. Y. Glass of all kinds and sizes. Sharp, Part- rldge & Co.. 22nd and Lumber Sts., Chicago. Glass greenhouse, all sizes. H. M. Hoolier Co.. 120-123 W. Washington St.. Chicago. If Yob Do Not Fhk: What You Need in Our Ready Referenee Department, Write Us Aiiout it igio. The American Florist. 155 Tobacco Paper IS TH£ STRONGEST BEST PACKED EASIEST APPLIED 24 sheets $ 0.75 144 sheets 3.50 288 sheets 6.50 1728 sheets 35.10 NicO"rumc ^^^~ Furnishes the cheapest JUST NOTE PRICES Most Nicotine for the Money ! pim $1.50 1-2 Gaiion 5.50 Gallon 10.60 Manufactured by THE KENTUCKY TOBACCO PRODUCT CO., Louisville Ky. 6 Gallons 47.25 Evergreen Brand Flower Fertilizer. A Pure Plant Food immediateiy available. It permanently enriches the soil. It prevents the on- slaught of plant diseases or insect pests. Can be used at any time during the growing season, dry or in solution. Put up in 12 pound cans, Price, $2.00 each. For Sale By Leading Jobbers. Further information can be obtained from D. D. JOHNSON CO. MANUFACTURERS. 64=66 Wabash Ave., CHICAGO. THE BEST Bug Killer and Bloom Saver For PROOr Write to P. R. PALETHORPE COMPANY, Owensboro, K; MISCEUANEOUS. Meyer gretMi silkaline, $1.25 per lb.. S spools to lb. Me^-er violet thread for violets. $1.25 per doz. spools of 500 yards each. John C. Meyer Co., 1449 Middlesex St., Lowell. Mass. .^_^^_^____^^_^____^^_^^_^__ Pansy and A'erbena baskets, 9 ins. Ion?. <5 ins. wiclo. Z ins. deep. $9 per 1,000; 13 ins. long, I'^k ins. wide, 4 ins. deep, $15 per l.OOO. Detachable handles. $2 per 1,000. Coles & Co., 109 TVari-en St.. New York. Rocking- grate bar. saveS 10 to 25 per cent coal. U. S. Rockiijg Grate Ear Co.. 77 Jackson Blvd.. Chicago. Evergreen Brand Flower Fertilizer, $2 per can of 12 lbs. D. D. Johnson Co., 64 Wabash Ave., Chicago. Pillsbury's Carnation Staple. 50c per l.nOu postpaid. I. L. PilLsbury. Galesljurg. III. The Mastin Automatic Whitewash and Spraying machine. J. G. Mastin & Co., 3124 W. Lake St.. Chicago. Superior Carnation staple. 50c per 1.000. postpaid. L, J. Waite, 293 Main St., Spring- field, Mas s. Iron reservoir vases and lawn settees. McDonald Bros.. Coluinbus. O, POTS, PANS, ETC. Pots, before buying write for prices. Geo. Keller & Sons, 2614-22 Herndon St., Chi- cago; "NUFP SED." Best red pots are made by (jCO. E. Feusto], Fairport. Iowa. The Red Pot. C. C. Pollworth Co. All roads connect with Milwaukee. Pots, red standard. Paducah. Ky. Paducah Pottery Co Pols, florist red. Peters & Reed Potterv Co.. Painesville. O. JOHN C. MEY£R & CO., of Lowell, Mass- Were the first to Introduce MEYER GREEN SILKALINE which will not rot or fade while strniifi" up in grec-nhoiises. .It is also U!-ed for tying bouquets and gent-ral Floritts' use. The Meyer Violet Thread (or tjing \ iolets Price of both J1.25 per lb. 16o/. of actual Thri-ad pc-r lb. JOHN C. MEYER & CO., i449 Middlesex st„ Lowell, Mass. The Mastin Automatic Whitewash and Spraying Machine Is Reliable, Practical and Durable The tank is made of galvanized sheet steel, and ia hrass. The pump is of brass throu.fliout. simple and powciful The mixijg device keeps the contents of the tank well stirred up from start 1 1 finish. When the machine is filled to within six inches of the top. a few strokes of the pu np w., Pklls., Pi. SIEBERT'S ZINC Nevei Rust GLAZING POINTS Are pogitively the best. Last forever. Over 30.006 pounds now in use. A sure preventative of g\»t» slipping. Effective on large or small glass. Eaiy to drive. Easy to extract. Two sizes H and h, 40c per lb , by mail 16c extra; 7 lbs. (or $2.50 15 lbs. for $5.00. by ex press. For sale by the trade. RANDOLPH a McCLEMENTS, Successors to Chas. T. Siebert. Baum 6 Beatty Sts.. Pittsburg . Tarrytown, N. Y, At the regular monthly meeting of the Horticultural Society, held in its rooms February 28, after rou- tine business had been transacted, the matter of the fall show was talcen up and the dates fixed for November 1-3. Tile committee appointed at a former meeting to make inquiries re- garding a suitable place for the sliow reported that the Tarrytown hall could not be had, but that very suit- able arrangements could be made for the Irvington town hall. The com- mittee reported this as being equally as large as the Tarrytown hall and even better suited for the purpose of a flower show. In its recommenda- tion it was decided to hold it there, John Brunger, gardener to I. N. Sel- igman, Irvington, was appointed man- ager of the show. The monthly prize, for two plants of cyclamen, was won by James Stuart, gardener for Mrs. F. A. Constable, Mamaroneck, with splendidly grown specimens. So highly did they appeal to the judges that they recommended the awarding of a cultural certificate in addition to the regular prize. On a vote of the members present being taken, the cer- tificate was unanimously awarded. The subject of the evening being "Cyclamens," Mr. Stuart, being prize winner, was asked to set the ball roll- ing and gave a very instructive ac- count of the method by which he ob- tained such good results. He said that the best time for sowing was the middle of August and strongly advised the procuring of new seed, as his ex- perience was that this germinates much quicker and more strongly than old seed. For compost he used a mixture of loam, leaf-mould and sand with enough finely broken charcoal "DETROIT RETURN TRAPS in the Sieejn-Heated Greenhouse bum THAN A Rebate in theodal Bill . ERIG\N BL0WERC0.("*^«^JDETROIT.Miai. orix© Oi-ato r>oo«s» It! Saves 10 to 25% of the coal your boiler is using. Positive guarantee given Send for circular "N" and our famous Lecture on Combustion. U. S. ROCKING GRATE BAR CO., 77 Jackson Boulevard, CHICAGO. SEE HOW WELL THEY LIKE ME ISO Niw Establishments with 2,158,000 square feet of {lass bare installed this boiler in 1906. Ask (or list ot users and tet •conalnted witli the men wbo know. Catalofue and prices on application, KROESCHELL BROS. CO., ^^^.ll^bAco^' Steel ReturnTubularBoilers Hie Most EcoDomioal Type of Boiler for Greenhonse Heating;. Hig^bly reoommended by well-knoimfloriats. JOHNSTON HEATIM CO.. "gtW^gk: to insure openness *nd free drainage. Flats are used in preference to pans and seeds sown in shallow drills in place of broadcast so that the surface of the soil can be worked over occa- sionally to prevent moss or scum from gathering. The seeds are covered only lightly with soil and the boxes closely cov- ered with glass to prevent evapora- tion. A temperature of 60° is main- tained with plenty of atmospheric moisture. When the seedlings are up plenty of light is allowed, but shade always provided against strong sun- shine. When the second or third leaf appears the seedlings are pricked over into flats again, in preference to pots, where they remain until large enough to be potted into 3 or 3% -inch pots. For Christmas flowering they are shifted when ready into 5 or 6-inch pots, but when intended for spring flowering they are given another shift, 7-inch pots being used. In summer they are kept in the coolest possible WILKS' Hot Water Boilers ARZ THE MOST ECONOMICAL Boiler for Greenhouses N« Nltfit Fireman Keonircd wltkonr SELF-FEEDING HOT WATER BOILERS. Send for Catalog and Prices. S. WILKS MFG. CO., M03 Sblelds Ave. CHICAGO. house and when fall comes a tempera- ture of not less than 55° is main- tained until such time as the flowers begin to show. Then the temperature is lowered to from 45° to 50° at night and when in full flower air is freely given, a little being allowed at night to insure a dry atmosphere and pre- vent damping. In the general potting compost a liberal supply of well-rotted manure is added to that formerly ad- vised and the potting is done moder- ately firm. Cleanliness, both in the house and benches, he strongly ad- vises. Also every precaution to pre- igio. The American Florist. 157 i Gutter With a Reputation ^^KzJkj- Ask the man who has tried tbem. For further particulars, write to GEO. M. GARLAND CO., DSS PLAnras. OL. Write to us about Materials and Plans for any size and style of GfiEENHOUSE for new structure or repairs. Hot Bed Sash '? ^""^'' "'. ^"^ * ^^^^ »^^-»^ >^«>»«j»» gi^g required. Pecky Cypress for benches, lasting and least expensive. The Foley Mfg. Co., Western Ave and 26th St. CHICAGO. Holly Standard Circulator busy and watch results. SUB-TARGET GUN COMPANY Steam Eneineerine Department. 3 1 6 High Street BOSTON. MASS. Crimped Invis Superior bie Carnation Staple (P.^TENT APPLIED FOR ) For repairing split carnations. 1000 for 50 cents Postpaid. L. J. WAITE, 293 Main St., Springfield, Mass. vent insect enemies from getting a hold on the plants. A solution of soft soap and kerosene he considers the best insecticide, this being used freely as a spray both on the plants and benches as a preventive against the cyclamen mite. In growing plants over the second year he pre- ferred to keep them growing along steadily in place of drying off, as some do, and retaining as much of the old foliage as possible, but keeping all de- cayed flowers and leaves closely picked off. In conclusion, Mr. Stuart said that to be a successful cyclamen grower one had to have a special in- terest in the plants, to pay strict at- tention to details and be on the job all the time. At the next meeting of the society the subject is to be roses, the monthly prize being offered for a vase of 12 other than American Beauty. W. Hendry, gardener to W. A. Read, Pur- chase, N. T.. will give a talk on "Rose Culture." For the March meeting the prize is offered for three varieties of forced vegetables. W. .S. Attentlonll Glass BuyerslI GREENHOUSE GLASS. Yoti will save money if yon obtain our prices before yon bny. Quality A. No. 1. Prompt shipments. Hooker's Greenhouse White Paint The most dtirable white paint for this purpose. Half barrels, (26 gallons), per gal. $1-36. 5 gal. pails, per gal. $1.40 H. N. HOOKER COMPANY, WHOLESALE GLASS AND PAINTS, Long Distance Phone Monroe 4994. 651-659 Washington Boulevard, CHICAGO. Among Florists itis"THEMOREHEAD" •WHY?? DECAUSE it is giving them service they thought could not be bought ^ for money. With an installation of a Morehead Return steam Trap there begins a better growth of flowers, a more even temperature in your greenhouses, a decided decrease in your fuel bill and an infinite period of satisfaction. Let us put your name on our list of "satisfied users." Our "Trap Book" sent on request. MOREHEAD M'F'G. CO., Dept. N, Detroit, Micti. ATLANTIC CITY, N. J. — Mrs. M. S. Fleming of the Ocean Height green- houses has opened a retail store to be known as the Ocean Height Flower Shop and has engaged W. F. Shean as manager. The store is at 1315 Pacific avenue. Mohawk, N. Y. — Wm. Dobler, Lit- tle Falls, has purchased W. D. Snell's greenhouses. These are new and contain about 7,000 feet of glass. He will take possession March 1 and Mr. Snell will devote his time to his greenhouses at Herkimer. 158 The American Florist. Feb. 12, \ * i Model Extension Carnation Support Made witb two m three circlts. En- dorsed by all the Leading Carnation Growers as the best support on market. Pat. July 27, '97. May 17.'% GALVANIZED WIRE ROSE STAKES. Write for prices before ordering: elsewhere. Prompt thipment guaranteed IGOE BROS., 266 North 9lh St , BROOKLYN. N.T. Mention the American Florist when writina D. BAYERSDORF£R & CO. Florists' Supplies. IIW Arcll Street. PHILADELPHIA. PA Send for oar newr catalogue- Mention the American Florist ivhen writing Wired Toothpicks 10000. $1,75: 50.000. $7 50 Manufactured by WJ.COWEE, BERLIN, N.Y. Sample free. For sale by dealers. EAGLE WIRE WORKS Manufacturers of Wire Floral Designs and Specialties. Catalogue Free. 3238 Ontario St., CLEVELAND, O. Lock the door before the liorse is stolen, tnd insure your glass before it is broken. ForpartlcnUra conceralBK H«n InouraBce, mdinik JOHN G. ESLER, Secretary REED & KELLER, 122 W. 25th St., NEW YORK. FLORIST'S SUPPLIES. We Maniifacfiirc all Our Metal Designs, Baskets, Wire Work, and Novelties, and are dealers in Glass- ware, Pottery, Decorative Greens and all Florists' Requisites. FI!a:nklix, La. — A charter of a new planting company ha.s been filed here with the cleric of court, and will be known as the Alma Planting Com- pany, with a capital stock of $12,000. The officers are: Miss Jeane Rode, president; Mrs. F. C. Rode, vice-presi- dent, and Dr. G. E. Wosclair, secre- tary and treasurer. Wilson's Corsage=Bouquet ^—HOLDER— Award of "Highly Commended" at the S. A. F. Trade Exhibition at Cincinnati. Holds Corsage-Bouquet securely and gracefully. Prevents damage to apparel. Adjustable to any diameter of bouquet stem. Adaptable to anythingfromViolets to Roses Does away with Corsage Pins. A handsomely silver plated article and ornamental in itself. Samples to trade. 25c each, by mail postage paid. By the dozen, $3.00, postage paid. Correspondence solicited. Address Robert 6. Wilson, Sre'e°o°Ave!"" Brooklyn, N. Y. Mention the American Florist when writing THE ART OF Floral.... Arrangement. The first special newspaper in the world for floral arrangement, 400 Partially Colored lllust'ations Amually. specimen number free. Subscription, $2.90 yearly. BINDEKUNST-VERLAG, J. Olbertz, ERFURT, GERMANY. Now is Ihe Time To Subscribe to the Horticultural Trade Journal Published weekly. The Largest Brichtest and Best British Trade Publication. Also THE INTERNATIONAL EDITION Published quarterly Annual sub- sc'ipiion for weekly and quarterly numbers. One Dollar. (Interna tional money order). Subscribe today and keep in touch with European markets and topics. The Horticultural Pnnting Company, BURNLEY. ENGLAND. The Regan Printing House LARGE lUNS OF CATALOGUES WKni FOR nOVRIS. 91 Plymouth Piace, CHICAGO Plant Bed Cloth For Florists. Gardeners, Truck Farmers, etc, Protecta from frost. Best shade in summer. Sold by leading seedsmen. Waterproof Sheeting, Hay Caps, Etc. HENRY DERBY, 123 F Chambers St., New York. Mention the American Florist when writing Gorham ^ Chapline Printcry Inc. CATALOGUES PRICE LISTS. HALFTONES, ENGRAVINGS and PRINTING FOR FLORISTS. 358 Dearborn Street, CHICAGO, |V~ Hat stood the test of over a Qoarter of a Century. THOMSON'S Vine, Plant and Vegetable MANURE UNRIVALLID FOK Vinei, Tomatoes, Cucumbers all Flowerine, Foliage and Fruit bearing Plants, Vegetables, Lawns, etc. The result of many years practical experience. PKRFICT PLANT FOODS Sold by Leading American Secdsmsa. Thomson's Special Chrjrsanthemnm and Topdresslng Manure. Frsirht paid on qnantitiss. Writs for sar special oSer to the American trade, pamphlsts, agents' circulars, etc.. to SOle makcn, WM. THOMSON 8 SONS, Ltd., Tweed Vineyard. CloTenfords, Scotlaad M^i C\XU io9 are easy to kill with The Fumigating Kind Tobacco Powder $3.00 per bag 100 lbs. Satlafactlon guaranteed or money bacji wtiy try cheap sai,8titut«s that makers do not dare to guarantee ? THE H. A. STOOTHOFF CO.. MOUNT VERNON NEW YORK. < ." - ► 1 CUT FLOWER BOXES EDWARDS FOLDING BOX CO MANUFACTURCnS PHILADELPHIA. PA. 4 / ^ Florists' Refrigerators Write us for catalog and pricos. statinif size you require, and for what kind of cut flowers you wish to use the refri^frator; also state wlu-thcr you wish it for display or only for storage. McCray Refrigerator Co 960 MUl Street, KENDALLVILLI, IND. igio. The American Florist. 159 K^Oie (4 99 HEWS STANDARD POTS POT MAKERS FOR 140 YEARS WORLDS LARGEST MANUFACTURERS Pearson Street, LONG ISLAND CITr, N.Y. WRITE FOR CATALOG AND DISCOUNTS. A. H. HEWS <& CO. Established CAMBRIDGE, 17SS. MASS. 452-460 No Branch St., CHICAGO ILL. All The Clay FOR OUR Florists' Red Pots Is prepared by passinir thpouffb a screen 1600 meshes to the square inch. If in a tiurry for pots order from us. We ship over five lines of railroad by river or interuiban. Write for catalogue showing all the articles we make for florists' use. THE PETERS & REED POHERY GO. z ANx:svii:.i.E, chic . Standard Flower Pots! Packed io small crates, easy to handle Price per crate 150D 2-in., in crate, $4.88 1500 IVi " S.2S 1500 2Vi " 6.00 1000 3 •■ 5.00 80O 3^i " 5.80 SOT 4 •• 4.50 456 Wi " 5.24 3 5 ■• 4 51 210 5H •• 3 78 Price per crate 144 6-in..in crate, $3.i6 120 7 •• 4.20 60 8 " 3.00 HAND MADE 48 9iD., in craie, $3 60 48 lO " 4.80 24 11 " 3.60 24 12 " 4.80 12 14 •' 4.80 6 16 ■■ 4.50 Send for price Seed pans, same price as pots, list of Lyliodcrs for Cut Flowers, HaoKing Baskets. Lawo Vases, etc. Ten per cent off for cash with order. Address HILT INGEH BROS. POTTERY: Fort Edward. N.Y. or August Rolker & sons. New York Agents 31 Barclay Street, New York Citv. OUR PAST IMES. At Chicago. The following scores were rolled on Thursday last: Violets. 1st. 2a. sa, Bergman .160 119 151 Johnson ..118 132 144 Kruchten 146 111 115 Tarnall ..143 160 167 Totals .567 622 677 Orchids, lat. 2d. sa. Huebner .166 138 164 Graft 134 176 117 Byers 186 195 169 Zech 179 166 166 Roses. lat. 2d. 3a. Goerisch ..164 178 145 Lorman . .177 121 107 Pieser 119 115 108 Totals . .616 576 539 Carnat'ns. 1st. 2d. 3d. Farley . . .148 180 192 P. Ayres . .169 148 li)3 Krauss . . 143 136 lis Pasternick 118 126 180 Totals .665 694 G15 Totals ..678 590 643 StandinK of the Teams February 4, 1910. Total Total Grana Games. Pins. Violet 48 33851 CarHation ....48 34241 713 17-48 Orchid 48 32966 688 42-48 Roses 48 33071 ----- - Avg. Won. Lost. 688 47-48 Individual Standing. 30 25 24 16 Fisher 24 3922 163 10 24 Bergman 42 6700 169 22 42 J. Zech 48 7567 157 21 48 •Wolf 48 7501 156 13 48 Asmus 21 3276 166 A. Zech 45 6992 155 17 45 Tarnall 48 7418 154 26 48 B. Johnson 42 6420 152 36 42 Farley 48 7093 147 37 48 Ayres 48 7086 147 30 48 Graft 48 7010 146 2 48 Huebner 48 6952 144 40 48 Wlnterson 12 1714 142 10 12 Pasternick ...45 6332 140 32 4f Goerisch 33 4618 139 31 33 McKellar 12 1646 137 1 12 F. Johnson 14 1881 134 5 14 Kruchten 42 6622 131 20 42 Krausa 48 6307 131 19 48 Lorman 18 2369 131 11 18 Llebermann ..46 6770 128 10 45 Rleser 36 4461 123 33 36 Vogel 36 3214 117 2 36 High team game — 921. High team aver- age — 869. Held by the Orchids. Pansy and Verbena Baskets. Small Size Measure 9 inches long, Per 1000 6 inches wide, 3 inches deep $ 9.00 (Put up 500 in a crate.) Ivarge Size Measure, 13 inches long, IV2 inches wide, 4 inches deep 15.00 (Put up 260 in a crate.) Detachable Wire Handles for either of the above 2.00 Have ten other sizes. Send for descriptive circular, COLES & COMPANY, 109=111 Warren St., NEW YORK. Use our pateit Ifoi Bench Fittings aid Roof Supports. ^ IMPROVCO; ""' JENNINGS IRON GUTTER. IMPROVED VAPORIZING PANS For Tobacco Extracts, etc Send for Circulars. DILLER, CASKEY & KEEN, S. W. Caroer atetk and Berk Street* PtOLADELPHIA VEHTILATIII6 APPARATUS. .Neponset Waterproof Paper Flower Pot WON'T BREAK. COSTS LITTLE. Vaughan's Seed Store, NEW YORK: 25 Barclay St. 84-86 Randolph St., GHIGAGG. Kramer's Pot Hangers For sale by Wholesale Seedsmen. Florists and Supply Dealers. Price, $1.00 per dozen by express, dozen by mail. $1.25. mple I. N. KRAMER & SON, Cedar Rapids, Iowa Mention the American Florist when writing Standard Flower Pots PorasitT »Bd StreoKth Uuorpaased. SYRACUSE RED POTS Write Ur prlcn, A. F. KOHR 2934-36-38 Uavitt St., CHICAGO Those Red Pots " STAN DARDS •* FULL SIZE AND WIDE BOTTOMS, BULB PANS AND AZALEA POTS. DETROIT FLOWER POT M'F*T lARRT BALSLCY, DKTRIOT. MICH. Kep, 400 Howaa* M, Prompt shipments guar anteed. We have a large stock of well made and well burned pots on hand for the trade of 1910. Our terms are as eood as the best. Our catalogue on applic SYRACUSEPOTTERYCO. SYRACUSE, N. Y. Mention the American Florist when writing GEO. KELLER & SON, Mutalactnrers ol Red Pots Befere'bayiai writs (er prteaa. 2«l«-2«22 BoiKln ■., caiQAao, 160 The American Florist, Feb. 12, EXTRA BENCH ROOM At this time of the year the capacity of every greenhouse is taxed to its limit. Bench RoOItl is the one important feature to consider. Remember how well our Shelf Brackets will relieve this situation, and save time, trouble and room. The Lightest, strongest and most Durable on the market. Made for 3-4 to 2-inch pipe. Net Prices: 12-in., single, 18c each; 8-in., single, 14c eacli; B-in, double, 20c each. Please mention size of pipe post when ordering. stamisTr^iiSS^'uide?! King Iron Frame Greenhouses X^L'iy^^f.r^m^irol'wh'-^^S.Ts Iron Frame covers many acres in the United States, England, France and Germany. King Construction Co. Address Lock Box 623.C. N. TONAHANDA, N. Y. THE STANDARD YENTILATIN6 MACHINERY The orieinal machin* with seli-oillnc cups. The most powerful, least complicated, very compact, tritb ease of operation. The New Duplex Gutter Over six miles in use and highly recommended by all. The only Drip Proof gutter on the market. The Standard Return Sleam Trap It has no equals for simplicity or its working. Catalogue free, E. HIPPARO, Yon nfl8towt. Ohio- Yonkers, N. Y. A very interesting event horticultu- rally took place here on the evening of January 28, the inauguration of a horticulcural society. It has long been felt that the time was ripe for such a society to be formed and it only re- Quired some one to make the initial start. That the efforts of the promo- ters was a decided success is shown by the fact that nearly 60 members were enrolled. The first meeting was a most enthusiastic one. The follow- ing officers were chosen for the year: E Bennett, president; R. Cochrane, vice-president; W. H. Waite, secretary; Lee Whitman, corresponding secre- tary; P. Macdonald, treasurer. Execu- tive committee, H, Scott, J. Goff, R. Cummings, L, Taylor, A, Macdonald and T. Mahoney. That the society will be a success there can be no doubt with such men as E. Bennett as pres- ident and W. H. Waite as secretary, both having had large experience in such societies and all the other officers and the members of the executive committee are good live men and hus- tlers. I'- '^• ^^S m i.iiji ^^^^wi Lightness.... if ereenhouse litrhtness be obtained at th*- expensi- of struciurai stoncth, th n your hou e is a d^n^er trap; if your h use t- so heavy it shuts out the I pht. your crop is mfpnor. You must have a ' happy nu'diiim." combining suffi. lent strength, and secu i K the nt-cessary lightness. The construction thai m 're than meets these requirements is our Iron Frame one. Send for information. Hitchings & Company, NEW YORK, 1 1 70 Broadway. ELIZABETH, N. 3. BUFFALO, N. T. — Educators of this city are planning to have the system of summer school gardens established by the Philadelphia board of edu- cation serve as a model, they having been generally regarded as the best of their kind. "GREENHOUSE MATERIAL" B - 72x20 Tubular Boilers, 2 - 54x14 Tubular Boilers, 2 - 42x10 Fire Box Boilers 2 - 72x18 Tubular Boilers. 3 - 42x12 Tubular Boilers. 1 - 36x12 Fire Box Boiler. ; 6 - 60x16 Tubular Boilers. 2 - 36x10 Tubular Boilers. 1 - 36x10 Fire Box Boiler, ' 1 - 60x14 Tubular Boiler. 2 - 48x14 Fire Box Boilers. 2 - 30x 8 Fire Box Boilers. 2 - 64x16 Tubular Boilers. 3 - 48x12 Fire Box Boilers. All of the above in good condition, for heating service only. Louisiana Red Cypress Hot Bed Sash 20,000 Glazed Hot Bed Sash, painted, 3x6 ft., 1st quality soft Pine Each $ 1.50 40,000 Glazed "L,ouisiaiia Red Cypress" sash, 3x6 ft., best quality Each 1.65 Complete Hot Bed Outfits, including subframe, top frame and sash, 6x6 ft., 34-in. deep Each 7.98 BUILDING MATERIAL AND SUPPLIES Marvelous bargains in Greenhouse Sash and Building Material of all kinds. Cor- rugated Roofing and Siding, Structural Iron, Gutters, Eave Spouts, Hydrants and Valves, 10,000 feet Rubber Hose, 200,000 feet Standard Pipe, can be cat to any length, Soil Pipe, Plumbing Material of all kinds. Feed Pumps. Thousands of other articles of interest to Florists or Greenhouse men. Send lor our ne«v SCO-page Catalog No. 47. Free upon request. CHICAGO HOUSE WRECKIN6 CO.. 35tii aad Irti Sls^ Chlcap. ♦ THEAMERI' ■^■■r-sj ffmerica is "the Praw of ths I/esseIj thers may be mare comfort Amidships, but .we are tlie Srst to touch Unknown Boas.' Vol. XXXIV. CHICAGO AND NEW YORK, FEBRUARY 19, 1910. No. 1133 The American Florist TWENTT-FIPTH YEAR. Copyright, 1910, by American Florist Company. Entered as Second-Class Matter Nov. 11, 1891, at the Post Office at Chicago, Illinois, under act of March 3, 1879. Published Evert Saturday bt AMERICAN FLORIST COMPANY, 324 Dearborn St., Chicago, Long Distance Phone : Harrison 7465. Eastern Olflce : 1 133 Broadway, New York. Philadelphia, Pa.: Robt. Klft, 1 725 Chestnut St. Registered Cable Address : - Ameflo, Chicago. Subscription, United States and Mexico, $1.00 a year; Canada, $2.00; Europe and Countries in Postal Union, $2.50. Subscriptions accepted only from the trade. Vol- umes half yearly from August, 1901. Address all correspondence, subscriptions, etc., American Florist Co., 321 Dearborn St. , Chicago. SOCIETY OF AMERICAN FLORISTS AND ORNAMENTAL HORTICULTURISTS. Officers — F. R. Fierson. Tarrytown. N. Y.. Pres.; Fred W. Vick. Rochester. N. Y.. Vice- Pres.; H. B. Dorner. Urbana. 111.. Sec'y: Wm. F. K.^sTiNG. Buffalo. N. Y.. Treas. Next meeting at Rochester. N. Y.. August. 1910. Second National Flower Show, Boston. Mass., March. 1911. THE AMERICAN CARNATION SOCIETY. Next annual convention and exhibition at Boston. Mass., March. 1911 Fred. Burki, Pittsburg, Pa.. President; A. F. J. Baur. Thirty- eighth St. and Senate Ave.. Indianapolis. Ind.. Secretary, AMERICAN ROSE SOCIETY. Next annual meeting and exhibition at New Ifork. March 16-18, 1910. Aug. Poehlmann. Chicago. President: Benjamin Hammond, Fish- kill-oo-HudsoD, N. Y., Secretary. AMERICAN PEONY SOCIETY. Seveoth annual meeting at Horticultural Hall,, Boston. Mass.. June 19i0. B. H. Farr. Reading. Pa.. Pres.; A. H. Fewkes, Newton Highlands. Mass. Sec'y. Our Supplements. Subscribers should see that they get copies of the fine supplementary Illustrations showing high grade design and decorative work. These Hne supplements appear with each Issue and should be carefully preserved, as they mean much to the retail florists in dealing with their customers, illustrating as they do the various kinds of work that the everyday florist is called upon to perform. The papers in which the supplements appear should be likewise preserved, as they contain much valuable data with regard to these special Illustrations. Subscribers should see that they get every issue as otherwise they may miss some of this U^h grade work. HALF HOUR CHAPTERS FOR FLOWER GROWERS Easter Lilies. There is such an excellent demand for lilies at all times now that grow- ers do not, as formerly, attempt to get all, or nearly all, of them in around Easter. Still there is always a big demand then and March 27 will soon be rolling around. The plants that are to be in on time should now be showing bud.s distinctly, otherwise they will take very hard forcing. They will stand this, however, if the plants are from good bulbs and well estab- lished. Forcing treatment often re- sults in insect attacks, especially green fly, and it will be necessary to fumigate regularly, otherwise the buds will probably be injured. Lilies are often grown in dark houses and on benches a long distance from the glass but these are nearly always drawn in the stems and do not produce so good flowers as others grown in a good light. Plants in small pots will take quite a little feeding up to the time the buds are full grown and before they turn color. After this feeding will do little good. Dahlias. The demand for dahlias early in the season is one that cannot be neglect- ed by up-to-date retailers or growers. X few plants should be put in the greenhouse now, whole clumps, if they are not too large, being most suitable, and these should be giving good flow- ers for Memorial day, long before they can be obtained from outdoor plants. Dahlias are gross feeders in the open, but under glass it is not well to make the soil too rich as the plants are apt to make too much growth at the expense of flowers. A good depth of soil should, however, be allowed and this may be covered, after the roots are planted, with a good thick- ness of semi-decayed manure, leaves or anything similar to keep the sur- face moist and prevent too rapid evap- oration. Strong heat is not advisable, just, a genial growing temperature and sufficient moisture in the atmos- phere to keep the plants growing free- ly and insects in check. The only other attention necessary is to stake or tie the plants as they grow and to disbud the plants as they advance for flower. Hardy Perennials. The number of plants of a perennial habit that can be raised from seed is larger than the majority of people imagine. There is a distinct advant- age in raising from seed over raising plants by division. It is cheaper and the constitution of the plants is hard- ier. Pyrethrums raised from seed sown now will flower a little this sea- son after planting out but they will grow into grand stock for another year if set out about 15 inches apart in such a position that they can be covered in winter. Delphiniums sown now will produce fine roots by Octo- ber that are not so easily lost sight of during winter as are those that are produced from fall sowing. Being strictly herbaceous the stems and foli- age die down, directly the time ar- rives, no matter what the size of the plants and the fall or summer sown ones are so small that many are lost. Sow at once in a greenhouse or frame and plant the seedlings out at one foot apart when large enough and these will be elegant stock for use the succeeding spring as well as produc- ing a few flowers the first year. Shasta daisies, coreopsis, perennial asters and many others may be grown just as easily as those mentioned and the plants will produce much finer and better colored flowers than old plants that are left to linger on the borders year after year, the growth getting weaker and the flowers poorer an- nually. Pansies. Pansy seed sown now will give fine flowers late in the season when the frame plants are getting weakened and the flowers running smaller. There may not be much money in them but they always sell and make a variety in tlie stock at a time it is needed. Grow them cool from the first in as much air and light as the weath- er_will allow Plants that are covered up in frames should have the lights removed on bright days when the 162 The American Florist. Feb. ig, temperature rises a few degrees above freezing and be given a thorough air- ing, taking also the opportunity to re- move decayed leaves should any be present. In the greenhouse the plants arc flowering freely and the principal attention needed is to scratch over the surface soil to admit air to the roots, ventilate freely and water with judg- ment. Cattleyas. Commercialism is a great leveler and in no instance is this more plain- ly shown than in the case of orchid growing. The orchid, once the mys- terious pet of the old time gardener and the pride of the owner of valu- able collections, may now be pur- chased by those of very limited means and Is as well known by sight, almost, as the violet. Strange to say the grow- er of orchids is the last to wake up to the fact that there is nothing mys- terious, nothing difficult about growing the finest of orchids for cutting and he still imagines, if he has had no experience in it. that orchid growing is something outside the pale of the ordinary grower's province, requiring extra skill on the part of those in charge and specially built houses. The truth is that orchids generally, and cattleyas especially, are among the most easily grown plants in ex- istence and a man who can use his eyes and brains sufficiently to grow a good crop of roses in winter has noth- ing to fear in orchid growing if he will take the trouble to master a few ■simple details. Possibly the most im- portant thing to remember, and the rock on which many founder, is that orchids, more than most other plants, are dependent more upon the atmos- phere and atmospheric moisture for their wellbeing than upon moisture supplied directly to the roots. It is possible to grow orchids on bare poles or in pots containing nothing but crocks; indeed if we could be sure of the atmosphere being correct at all times these conditions would be ideal for phalaenopsis and a few other kinds. But "there's the rub!" Fresh air, ample moisture and the gases arising from decaying vegetation are all present in the tropical homes of these plants. But how can these be provided under a glass roof? When w-e raise the ventilators to admit air out goes the moisture and any chem- ical constituent in the atmosphere that we maSr have supplied. This makes a certain amount of compost necessary to the roots, to conserve moisture about them and prevent sudden changes. But the material must not be close and of a nature to exclude air so we get away entirely from the ordinary potting soil and use moss, lumpy peat and crocks or charcoal, something that air and moisture can pass through readily and will not settle down into a close, wet mass, Cattleyas in their native forests do not grow on bare branches as do some other genera. As a rule they are found in the forks or crotches of trees where a liberal amount of decayed vegetable matter settles down, where plenty of moisture runs down the stems in rainy weather, but where the heads are more or less protected from rain by the heavy foliage above. This fact should be taken advantage of by growers who should look after root and atmospheric moisture but avoid heavy .syringing overhead which is distasteful to all cattleyas. We are not saying they should never be syringed. There are times when a good washing from the syringe or hose does an immense amount of good. It washes away dust that may be choking up the pores of the leaves; it also replenishes wasted channels with moisture, say during the after- noons in summer when the sun has been shining and the atmosphere is dry. But, as a rule, cattleyas may be said to be overwatered at the roots and overhead and underwatered in the atmosphere. A little thought along this line will be helpful to those starting the culture of these most use- ful orchids. As to temperature a minimum night winter temperature of 53°, rising 10° by fire heat by day is suitable. A restful temperature by fine line of geraniums, heliotrope and other bedding plants. We are glad of the opportunity of noting Mr. Tim- mons' work and he is worthy of all encouragement. John T. Timmons. Till- Blind Florist of Cadi/. O. night in summer with plenty of air and moisture and sufficient shade by day to keep the temperature around 85° to 90° will keep all right. It is not so much the actual degree of temperature main- tained that leads to success in orchid growing. A suitable atmosphere with heat, air and moisture nicely balanced is far more important. John T. Timmons. In the historic little town of Cadiz, O., lives and works John T. Timmons who, though totally blind, is able to carry on a small florist's business. Mr. Timmons is a fine example of a man who, deprived of his sight, has — as is usual in such cases — the sense of touch very finely developed. He is a fre- quent contributor to several news- papers on horticultural subjects and does his work on the typewriter totally unaided and by the sense of touch. Mr. Timmons is also a naturalist of repute, his special care being for the birds that are such a problem to man- kind by their destruction of injurious insects that prey on vegetation. . In spite of his affliction he has built quite an elaborate bird house, as well as a greenhouse in which he and Mrs. Tim- mons, his devoted helpmeet, grow a THE RE TAIL TRADE St. Valentine's day trade appeared to have been good in most sections. There is no doubt that on such oc- casions trade is a good deal what the retailer makes it. Where good win- dow displays are made and goods at- tractively shown, the trade follows. I Funeral Plants. It is becoining quite a custoin here to send plants in bloom, or fine ferns, in place of floral designs to funerals, says W. Clowe, of Corsicana, Tex. In summer we sell a quantity of large plumbagos, both blue and white, in 10 or 12-inch pots, staked four to six feet high in full bloom. These plants stand the sun and dry air here all summer fine. The American Florist is to us an old friend, as it is 23 or 24 years since we first subscribed for it, but it is also a new friend every week, which we hope to see for a long time to come. Plain Cross of Roses. SEE SUPPLEMENT WITH THIS ISSUE. Plain outlines of flowers in the form of crosses, anchors, wreaths and other devices are not nearly as artistic as the more ornate designs put up by ex- perienced retailers who have a clien- tele of moneyed people, who do not mind paying the price, so that the goods are what they want. But, un- fortunately, all too many of the retail- ers' customers need low priced designs and, by the time the wire frame, flow- ers and other necessities are paid for, there is little left over for high priced help to spend much time on them if they are to show any profit. Here the plain designs come in. Customers may be shown photographs or illustrations of such work and can see just what they are going to get, thus avoiding dissatisfaction, either at the price or the design afterwards. Crosses may be made solid, with flowers of carnations, asters, small chrysanthemums or whatever flower happens to be in season, other flowers being overlaid on these. Or the mossed frame may be covered with green, such as common fern, galax or leu- cothoe, and the flowers arranged on this, being of course first inounted on stems of suitable length. Other em- bellishments, such as maidenhair fern. Asparagus Sprengeri, A. plumosus, or anything else that may be chosen, are put on afterwards. This kind of thing should not be overdone. A little of it is very necessary and a decided im- provement, but we have seen it used so freely that many good flowers were hidden and the effect was not nearly as good as it would have been had less green been used. It is much the same with flowers. The decorator who crowds in all the stock he can in a given space will never get so good a result as he who uses less flowers and places them inore artistically and fur- ther apart. Besides this, there is the important matter of cost to be con- sidered, and this is all in favor of the looser, more natural arrangement. Supplement to the American Plorlst, No. 1133, February 19, I9l0. PLAIN CROSS OF ROSES. I I igio. The American Florist. 163 Crepe Chasing: by Department Stores. The Baltimore brethren are appar- ently getting their troubles all around from the department stores. Death notices in the papers are followed up by the manager of one of these stores and a copy of a circular is mailed to the home of the mourners, giving ridiculously low prices on everything, especially in the way of funeral work. For instance, we note this enterpris- ing firm is willing to make crosses from $1.50 and wreaths from 39 cents up, with gates ajar, anchors, bouquets, palls and other designs at similar low prices. These are all made up of "choicest" flowers. Palms are offered at nine cents each, privet hedge plants at 25 for 35 cents, with the addi- tional inducement to purchasers that "If they do not grow, will give others in place," Verily, the lot of the Balti- more florist will not be a happy one if this kind of thing continues. February Flowers in tlie New York Stores. Though winter blasts are still howl- ing, thanks to the enterprise of the growers, we have an abundance of spring flowers. Tulips, narcissi and freesias are plentiful. Beside these, the lilacs, forsythias, apple blossoms and other forced stock, contribute largely to the beauty of the window di.splays in the retail stores. About this time of year the fancy of the people turns toward this class of stock. It may be on account of a longing for something that has a springlike ap- pearance, or a desire for a change from the things that are always with us. Golden Spur narcissus may now be seen in fine quality and this is the most popular memlDer of the whole family. There are various other forms of narcissi on the market, but, ex- cepting Paper White, which is in a class by itself, no variety is at all in the race for popularity with Golden Spur. The tulips, with a charm of their own, are seen today in profusion, their natural loveliness enhanced by the deft hand of the decorator. A good play requires good scenery and stage settings: a fine painting, to be shown with effect, must be well framed and, following this line of com- parison, we find that even a box of tulips used for display purposes in a store, can be made more attractive by a few touches from a skillful hand. Crepe paper covers for the boxes and a few pussy willows distributed among the flowers, an improvised handle decorated with suitable ribbon, are among the schemes of the decorators. The cut stock of both tulips and nar- cissi is being, at ijresent, much used in table decorations. It pleases the "ultimate consumer" and is good for the various branches of the trade, aside from the rose and carnation specialists, but they, it would seem, can afford to bide their time. A fine quality of white lilac is very notice- able in the retail stores. In pots, it makes a fine display; as a cut stock it is used for various purposes. A little of the purple lilac is seen, but the quality is indifferent. The great stock of freesias now on the market is a feature that cannot be overlooked. Purity is very fine and taken as a whole, while this may not be classed as a leading stock, it looms large this month and is a pronounced factor in market conditions. We do not have to turn to our encyclopedias of horti- culture to learn what forget-me-not means. In this business we cannot ignore sentiment, and the sentiments inspired by these little flowers are such as appeal to every true man and woman. We recently noted the use of forget-me-nots in bridal bouquets, and whether the idea is old or new, it is pleasing and appropriate. We must crave the indulgence of the rose growers and fanciers for neglecting them thus far, but as they will have a great exhibition in this city in March, we expect them to grasp all the honors of next month. Roses of good quality are not particu- larly plentiful at present and it is just as well that such a condition ex- ists. The other growers are entitled to their turn at th- bat and we must all acknowledge that the rose growers have of late been pounding the ball. To further illuminate these statements it may be said that, with the large stock of spring flowers now on the market, heavy shipments of roses would cause a glut, and the present supply is equal to the demand. Though there are some good Amer- ican Beauties on the market, consid- erable of that stock is of indifferent quality. Good stock of Richmond may also be seen, but Richmond is not very popular at this time of year. Killarney and My Maryland continue to be the most popular pink roses, with Killarney leading. While Kil- The beginning of Lent affected the prices of all stocks, but the carnations seem to have suffered more than some others. From the cultural viewpoint, it is doubtful if so many good carna- tions were ever before seen in this market in the month of February. En- chantress and its sports. White Per- fection. Mrs. J. C. Vaughan, Beacon, Victory, Toreador, and other varieties, are showing fine blooms. Blooms of White House and several other seed- lings, notably a scarlet, from the range of Dailledouze Bros., Brooklyn, are attracting much attention in this market. In a measure, gardenias are now in close competition with orchids. They seem to be gaining favor for use in corsage bouquets, in prefer- ence to cattleyas. Both are used in combination with violets, and the ten- dency is toward an increased popu- larity for gardenias. On the other hand, while the cheaper grades are sometimes used in funeral work, there are objections to them for that pur- pose on account of their heavy per- fume, an objection that cannot be raised against orchids. It is needless to add that it is only in high-priced funeral work that either stock is ever likely to be much used. Lily of the valley, always a good stock, is in fair supply and steady demand. There is a steady movement in both lilies and callas. The latter are nor over-plenti- ful and there seems to be something of a revival of their use in funeral work. At George M. Stumpp's store we recently noted a casket cover in THE FLOODS IN PARIS. larney has its faults; it is evident that it will stay at the front until it Is an assured fact that there is a bet- ter pink rose on the market. Nobody denies that My Maryland is a good rose, but the question is. will it pay the growers as much as Killarney? Neither Bride nor Bridesmaid are yet down and out. Good stock of both these roses is yet to be seen, and with the long run of popularity which they have had, they seem likely to be factors in the trade for some time to come. The carnations are in great crop and fine form, but, from the financial viewpoint, they are having lean days. which 800 Bridesmaid roses were used in addition to many callas. J. G. Leikens had recently in the show window of his Fifth avenue store a splendid display of Golden Spur nar- cissus in the form of an arch in which 2.000 flowers were used. In the cen- ter there was a fine effect in orchids and lilies. At Alexander McConnell's there is a noteworthy decoration in forsythias and many fine azaleas, rhododendrons and other floweriner plants. J. H. Small & Sons have very ef- fective window decorations in prim- roses, grouped, and apple blossoms. 164 The American Florist. Eeb. ^9' THE ROSE. Growers of Kaiserin for sunmur will have to get busy now. In the opinion of many growers White Killarney will not displace Bride and the perfect white rose is yet to be found. Bridesmaid certainly seems to be on the toboggan, many experienced grow- ers cutting it out entirely, while other.s are growing plants of it on order only. Rhea Reid is showing much better form with Chicago growers this season than last. Over propagation is thought to have been the cause of the loss of foliage last year. English Versus French Manetti. Ed. American Florist; — What are the comparative merits of English and French manetti stocks? ROSARIAN. Our good rose growers who do their own grafting concede, generally, that English manetti stocks are superior to French, because they are grown more carefully. All the bottom eyes, which would be liable to sucker, are removed, leaving only about two eyes at the top of the stock. The French stocks, as far as I have used them, have not had this careful treatment. The English stocks, moreover, are carefully graded into sizes (diameters) better than the French. Robert Craio. We have used so little French manetti that we really have had no chance to compare it with the English VVu graft a great many roses and be- lieve that Irish, English and Scotch are the best, though they cost very much more than the French. We therefore buy the best we can get, but have had no chance to make compari- son. This year we have been unable to get our full supply of Irish, Scotch and English manetti stocks, and there- fore have placed our order for some French, but have not received them yet. A. N. PIER.SON. I have never made a fair compara- tive test of the French and English manetti stocks. Am using English this year, as the French is very hard to get. Under ordinary conditions I have doubted if the English stocks were worth the additional cost, com- pared with good French stocks. W. H. ELLIOTT. I regret my inability to answer the above inquiry as my experience has been altogether with English grown manetti. Lawrenxe Cotter. We have never used any English manetti stocks. HoopES. BRO. & Thomas Co. German Opinion on Roses for Forcing'. The cultivation of roses in jiots re- mains still an important branch of commercial gardening, notwithstand- ing the advances made in cultivation in the open ground and on benches in the American mode. With pot cul- ture it is possible for anyone with standing room for pots to force roses, and the raising of varieties well fitted for producing fin^ blooms on forced plants has given a renewal of life to rose culture under glass. We give here the names of modern varieties suitable for either early or late forc- ing. Gruss an Achen (polyantha). — Ex- cellent as a pot rose, i.ir for cutting when short stalked Howers are re- quired. It is a profuse bloomer, color light rose, with a yellow tinge, some- times coming of large size, full and fragrant. Mrs. W. Cutbush. I polyantha). — Flower light rose, coming in great bunches; it is presentable for a long time and a continuous bloomer: growth compact and bushy; resembling Mme. N. Levavasseur. one of its par- ents. Richmond (hybrid tea). — A half full, flower of middle size, in color a fiery scarlet, an enduring color, which the earliest forcing does not spoil. Flowers are produced on every shoot, and these are of great length. The finest blooms come on plants grown in moderately heavy soil. General McArthur I hybrid tea). — Flower brilliant scarlet, pretty flower bud, full and enduring when cut from the plant, very good fur autumn flow- flowering. Elsie von Schwichuw ( Red Caroline Testout). — In ever.v point excepting its color, which is brilliant carmine, this resembles its namesake. A fault found in the variety is that the shoots are as prickly as those of C. Testout. Pharisaer (hybrid tea). — The flower is of a light rose tint, having a dark shade; very long well formed bud. which when half open is very ef- BEGONIA GLORY OF CINCINNATI, NOW GFI'ERED BY J. A. PETERSON, CINCINNATI, Bcunnia Sncotrana Crossi-d With Siinrt (if B. (ilniro df Lnrrain ■. igio. The American Florist. 165 BEGONIA PATRIE AS GROWN BY SAMUEL MURRAY, KANSAS CITY, MO, fectivp.'- It is one of the best long- stalkeC rose.s. whether in the open, in frames or forcing house. The blooms bear transport without injury, and come on continuously after the first cutting, the second flowers being the equal of the first crop. Reichskanzler (hybrid tea). — Color a beautiful pink, with a .silvery sheen; blooms very large, full a;nd with the fragrance? of La France. Flower stalks ^Iways long till the end of the season, ■ In growth the plant resembles J. C. 3ehmid's Otto von Bismarck, but its identity with the latter is not as yet Evscertained. • Mrs. Aaron Ward (hybrid tea). — The bloom is alabaster white, and light rose. Apart from the color ef- fect, it has a pretty flower bud. a good full shape, and pleasant fragrance. For cutting it is excellent, and re- quires a heavy BOil. Mme. P. Varin Bernier (tea). — The flower yaries from light to deep yel- low, is moderately full, and strongly fragrant. The bud is magnificently or- namental, and should be cut at an early stage. — Die Gartenwelt. PITTSPIELD. Mass.— S. G. Barnes has opened a retail business here with Robt. L. Smith as a partner. Begonia Patrle. The illustration herewith gives a good idea of the new begonia sent out by Lemoine of Nancy, France (the originator of B. Gloire de Lorraine), whose description we append: "This new winter flowering begonia is a hybrid between B. Socotrana and a variety of B. Pearcei, a tuberous species with velvety foliage and yellow flowers. It has the same growth as B. Gloire de Lorraine, but is distin- guished by its greater vigor, its more stock.v habit, by the nature of its larger, more solid and fleshy leaves, and lastly by the more vivid color of its flowers. Its culture is also much easier, and its propagation more rapid. "The flower clusters cover the plant like a dome, and bend in graceful curves. The flowers, almost all imale. are four-petaled and almost as large as those of B. Gloire de Lorraine: their color is a deep, coppery salmon red with a lighter reflex: they are so numerous that a plant 10 inches high and of the same diameter bears sev- eral hundred at a tinie, for each flower is extremely lasting: like those of B. Gloire de Lorraine, its flowers remain persistently on their pedicels, never falling, but remaining fresh for more than a month without fading. It flow- ers from November to April. We con- sider Begonia Patrle a plant xrith a great future. It will rival B. Gloire de Lorraine, which we gave to horticul- ture 15 years ago, and we have reason to believe that those who have culti- vated this latter with success and profit will be equally interested in this new introduction." Repotting Geraniums. . El). Amkkuan Florist: — I have a lot of stock plants of geran- iums in 4-inch pots which I have been taking cuttings from. I want them for spring sales, but they are now pot bound. The demand for 5-inch stock is small and I would like to re- pot them in the same size pots. Would it be advisable to take off pai-tiof the top soil and repot with fresh soil, and how much bone flour would you use 7 G. A. R. ■ This would be an excellent plan. Remove the greater part of the soil when repotting and shorten the strongest roots a little, then repot firmly in the same size pots. One to two quarts of bone meal to a wheel- barrow load of soil, according as this is good or the reverse, will be about right. G. 166 The American Florist. Feb. ig, J The Fancy-Leaved Caladiums.* SPECIES. C. speeiosum, C. venosum and C. Albanense. — These three species repre- sent a new type, which has rather long, pointed, narrow leaves, lacking the hind lobes or appendages. They were discovered by L. Forget in Brazil, and introduced by H. F. Sanders dn 1897. Descriptions of these will be found In a previous paragraph. C. sagittatum. Leaves blue green, sagittate. Brazil. 111. Hort. xxxvill., p. 138. HTBRIDS OF C. BICOLOR AND AT.T.TF,!) FORM.S. Candidum (Bl.) Pure white ground, green ribs and veins. One of the finest varieties and very distinct. Euterpe (Bl.) Center and ribs bright red border glossy green, densely spotted white. Ibis Rose (Bl. ) Delicate pure rqsy ^3d, petioles green. A rather weak grower. Madame Alfred Bleu Major (Bl. ) Dark green with metallic lustre, deep red ribs and veins, interspaces spotted pure white. Ornatum (Bl.) Ground- color deep olive-green, deep red midrib and nerves. The entire leaf is covered with a net- work of deep red veins. Very distinct and beautiful. Triomphe de TExposition (Bl.) 1867. Large glossy crimson center and ribs, green border. Acary (Lietze. ) Violet ribs and cen- ter, lighter red zone, green border, con- spicuously dotted wdth large carmine spots. Araras (L.) Immense leaves, white and pink, green ribs and veins. Arassuahy (L.) Most beautiful rose colored leaf with a golden hue, ribs and veins green edged with a fine thread-like golden strii)e. Bahia (L.) Leaves first milky-white, becoming overlaid with a most exquis- ite deep pink or rosy-red color. Barao de Mamore (L.) Center and ribs very dark red and interspaces greenish gray. Later in mature leaves the interspaces change first into a beautiful pink and finally into almost pure white. Medium grower, and a favorite everywhere. Bendego (L. ) A seedling of a hybiild, fertilized with the pollen of Alocasia plumbea. Rose colored leaf with me- tallic lustre, dark green ribs and veins. Bilontra ( L. ) Transparent violet- blue center, pale green zone, deep green bor- der. Caxias (L. ) Large cream-colored leaf, crimson-brown ribs, very satiny. Diamantina (L. ) One of the finest. Ground color a deep pink or rosy red, transparent, glittering like mother-of- pearl, carmine ribs; the color of the center extends into the deep green bor- der in the form of pearly white spots. Dr. Augusto de Castro (L. ) Very vigorous in growth with large painted leaves. Ground color white veined green and red, very conspicuous crim- son ribs, bordered very dark red. Dona Carmen de Macedo (L. ) Trans- parent rosy red with light green ribs and veins. Very beautiful. Gartendirektor Gireond (L.) Creamy white ground color, red spots, white libs and clouded deep green. Very ♦ffective. Itapocu (L.) Large red leaf with deep metallic lustre. Mucuripe (L. ) Center pink, suffused with rose, border pea green with nu- merous delicate violet veins, ribs violet. Porto Novo (L. ) Pink center, white zone and ribs, border deep green, con- spicuously spotted all over with very •A. Nehrllng's paper commenced In the Issue of July 10. 1909. and was continued In the Issues of July 31. October 9 and Novem- ber 27. 1909. and January S, 1910. deep reddish markings, surface very wavy. Lord Derby (Bause) Vivid deep rose ground-color, conspicuous green ribs and veins. Clio (Bl.) Deep green, with many large transparent pink spots and nu- merous scarlet freckles. Jacob Weiss (L. v. H. ) Center and ribs vivid orange scarlet, light green zone and dark green border, spotted crimson and deep rosy red. Racine (Bl.) (Pronounce Rasang.) Heart-shaped leaves, ground color rosy- red, mottled with pink and green. Max Kolb (Bl.) Dark green ground color, light green center, blotched deep red. A favorite in most collections. Hildegard Nehrling (N. ) and George Huster will be described under "Cala- diums of American Origin." Coacoochee (Mead.), Fascination (Jaenicke.), Snow Storm (Jaenicke.), Torchlight (Jaenicke.), Truce (Jae- nicke. ) , are also American and will be so described. Lady Dorrington (Bl. ) Will be de- scribed under "Recent European Pro- ductions." Cardinale (Bl.) A red variety which will be described later. B. S. Williams (Bl.) This variety will be described under red caladiums. Castelnau (L.) Will be mentioned under the Amazonicum section. Mrs. Oliver Ames (?) Will be taken up in another section. The following varieties are not in the collection at the Missouri Botanical Garden, but they can be recommended as having exceptional merit : Alexander III. (Bl. ) Immense shield- like leaf, very brilliant glowing red, netted deep bronze, edge bronze green. Alfred Mame (Bl.) One of the rich- est of all caladiums. Center a; deep satiny crimson, very glossy, which color pervades into the golden bronzy green border, spotted rosy red. Anna de Condeixa (Bl.) Large fine- ly shaped leaf, center purplish-rose zone a mixture of dark green, yellowish green and white, green border. Ceres (Bl.) Center salmon colored, rosy ribs, green border. Eucharis (Bl.) Center beautiful transparent rosy red, narrow green border. Magnificent. Gaston Chandon (Bl.) Creamy white. James H. Laing (Bl.) Very large leaves. Ground color metallic deep- green, suffused entirely with coppery red, a little white and moss green, ribs pink. L'Automne (Bl.) Beautiful satiny white leaf with large transparent light- blue spots. Mme. Groult (Bl.) Ground color rosy red, deep red ribs and veins, dark green border, dotted everywhere with white. A very complicated color and difficult to describe. Mme. Imbert Koechlin (Bl. ) Large creamy-white leaves spotted with ■ crimson. Mad. Jules Picot (Bl. ) Deep pink, green ribs and veins, very effective. Mme. Marjolin Scheffer (Bl.) Im- mense leaves, snowy white when fully developed with vivid scarlet ribs, bor- der deep green, leaf stems jet black. Maxime Duval (Bl.) Large vivid red center with glossy violet or purple sheen, deep green border. TRANSPARENT CALADIUMS. IQIO. The American Florist. 167 CALADIUMS IN LATH SHED IN FLORIDA. Michel Buchner (Bl.) Entirely glossy deep golden red. A medium grower. Vesta (Bl. ) Center salmon red, greenish white ribs and veins, spotted white. Adamastor (L.) One of the richest and most magnificent of all caladiums. Ground color a deep transparent glow- ing red, with violet and golden reflec- tions, narrow green border. C. E. Dahle (L.) Large and very beautiful leaves, center white suffused with pink, this color encroaching into the pea green border, a few large rosy violet spots. Very distinct. Hortulania (L.) A wonderfully beautiful variety. Ground color a deep rich transparent rose, deeper red ribs, the entire leaf delicately veined white. One of Mr. Lietze's triumphs. Unfor- tunately weak in growth. Imperatriz Thereza (L.) One of the most distinct and showy of all cala- diums. Ground area pure transparent white suffused with pink, ribs and veins deep blackish-green. Itacoa tiara (L.. ) Ground-color a fine lilac veined green, ribs blackish-brown, border green. Very distinct. Itaequi (L.) Blackish red ribs bor- dered white, interspaces and border green with many pink spots. Leaf stalks jet black. Itauna (L. ) Creamy yellow, with many large deep red spots. J. Dehmlow (L.) Deep red center, with broad yellowish white border. Beautiful. Rio Claro (L. ) Beautiful transparent rosy red center, carmine ribs, green border— the latter densely covered with white pearl-like spots. Very popular. Rio de Janeiro (L. ) This has been pronounced by specialists as the most exquisite and gorgeous variety ever raised. Its dazzling and varied color- ation baffles description. Ground color a deep transparent rose with deep red ribs and veins; everywhere along green border rose-colored white-edged spots. Many leaves are entirely deep rose, others are mottled green and deep rose. Indescribably grand in masses. Fascination (Jaeuicke. ) Center very beautiful rose, suffused with pink and white often also with salmon orange — pea-green zone, dark green border, ribs light red. Strong in growth and very distinct and effective; new color. Ivory (Jaenicke. ) The most beauti- ful white caladium yet introduced. Pure ivory white, of medium but bushy growth, leaf stalks green. Shellpink (Jaenicke.) Ground color milk white, center a fine shell pink. New color. Snow Storm (Jaenicke.) Deep glossy green, with pure white ribs and veins, sometimes entire leaf as if covered with snowflakes. Strong in growth. Torchlight (Jaenicke.) Of medium growth, with glowing red center and narrow deep green border. Very bril- liant. Truce (Jaenicke.) Beautiful glossy white with mother-of-pearl reflections. One of the finest of all caladiums. P. W. Reasoner (N. ) Gigantic leaves and vigorous in growth. Green, cen- ter light green, many pure white spots, short midrib. Champaign, III. — Thos. Franks and Son are building a large addition to their greenhouse on South Goodwin avenue. Twenty Years Ag:o. FEBRUARY, 1S90. Henry Vilmorin, of the well-known French seed house, was decorated as an officer of the Lesion of Honor and celebrated the event by a banquet to 410 of the Arm's employes. Dr. Parry, the well-known botanist of Davenport, la., died February 19 at the age of 66 years. He was an inti- mate friend of Asa Gray. Mme. Hoste was a favorite rose in the New York market. Growers for other eastern markets said it was their most profitable rose. Gesneraceous plants, such as gloxin- ias, gesneras, achimenes and tydeas were much more popular than now. The late Edgar Sanders was delving into the past and writing about it very interestingly in The Florist. John McGowan was working up stock of his new carnation, Lizzie Mc- Gowan. The Florists' Exchange, of Baltimore, Md., was incorporated February 1. Delavan, III. — N. O. Caswell had the decorations at the Henderson- Hess wedding in Hopedale recently. Newell, W. Va. — The annual busi- ness meeting of the stockholders of the Lake Newell Floral Co. will not be held until the return of Geo. W. Clarke from his extended business trip west. Mr. Clarke is one of the main stockholders in the company. He will probably return to this city the latter part of the month or early in March. In the meantime the old of- ficers of the company have charge of the business. 168 The American Florist. Feb ^9' Cornell Horticulturists. In connection with the institute held at the State College of Agricul- ture, Ithaca, X. Y., an interesting ex- hibition was made. A good display of cut flowers, especially in carnations, was staged. Among the prominent com- mercial growers represented were the following: "W. J. Palmer & Son, Buf- falo, with a large group of standard varieties. The big vase of Afterglow in this lot was especially fine. The Cottage Gardens, Queens, N. T., were represented by good vases of Alma Ward and Mrs. C. W. Ward, and several vases of the older kinds. Baur & Smith, Indianapolis, Ind., had Rose Pink May and Pocahontas in good shape. The Chicago Carnation Co., Joliet, 111., sent fine examples of Con- quest and Mary Tolman. Wodenethe. the new white, from F. E; Witney. Pishkill. proved very fine and attract- ed much attention from the growers who were present. W. W. Coles, of Kokomo, Ind., showed an attractive bunch of Mrs. W. W. Coles. The Lam- born Floral Co., Alliance. O.. sent a vase of its White Lawson sport, and the Corners had a very nice display of Scarlet Glow, Hoosier Lad. Winona and Pink Delight. Among the miscel- laneous displays were a choice lot of lily 01: the valley from A. N. Pierson, Cromwell, Conn., a generous lot of double violets from the Rhinebeck Violet Growers Association, and a va- ried assortment of odds and ends by Siebrocht & Son. A very instructive display of about 18 varieties of forced sweet peas was shown by the college greenhouses. This exhibition was a new departure in the institute work and added much to the plea.sure and instruction of the visitors. Prof. Jud- son, of the horticultural department, had the matter in charge and consid- ering the short notice to the growers made the affair a success. The recent horticultural meeting at the college called out a strong attend- ance of practical growers and nui'sery- men. The programme as arranged by Prof. Craig was full of good things and there was something doing ever.v minute. The large room in which the meetings were held was filled to its ut- most capacity and standing room only was a frequent condition. Among the essayists on the list were F. R. Pier- son, president of the Society of Ameri- can Florists; Prof. John Craig, Prof. H. H. Whetzel, C. R. Crosby. G. W. Herrick. C. S. Wilson. Prof. John F. Cowell. H. W. Riley, Samuel Frazier, W. W. Ware. H. B. FuUerton. T. Grei- ner, C. C. Vincent, C. E. Hunn. E. W. Catchpole and W. L. McKay. On Thursday the Cornell Horticul- tural Union held a session occupying the entire afternoon, with a pro- gramme consisting of short talks by practical growers and professional men, under the direction of President Catchpole. Demonstrations of sprays and spraying machinery were of daily occurrence. Papers on "Top Working." "Lime Sulphur Preparations," "Tests," "Diseases of Fruit Trees." "Orchard Fruits." "Control of Fruit Diseases" and "Injurious Insects" were of espe- cial interest to nurserymen. On Thurs- day evening came the first annual ban- quet of the Horticultural Union, which proved an imemnse success and a most cnjo.vable affair. Lime and sulphur solutions were not used as a spray at this gathering. A very creditable ex- hibit of fruit to illustrate the storing and packing of apples and pears was arranged bv E. W. Catchpole. J. F. C. The Cut Flower Industry. A paper read by i'. I.,, Washburn, Chica- K<». at the annual meeting of the Illinois state Florists' Association at Champaign- l'rl>ana. February 15-16. The cut flower industry of the state of Illinois has made a most remarkable progress in recent years. To fully ob- tain an idea of this industry we must look back some 18-20 years and com- pare the business then with the pres- ent time. The business then was not considered of any importance by the other commercial lines of trade, but of late years it has been recognized as one of the standard industries of the state. The quality of flowers 20 years ago would not compare with the quality handled at the present time. The stems of the best grade of roses then were only 12-1.5 inches long and American Beauty had stems only BO- SS inches long. Carnations were about the size of a quarter dollar, but as the demand kept calling for a better grade of flowers, the growers kept improv- ing the quality of their product. Prices also averaged better as the quality im- proved. Flower buyers all through the country began to see that the bet- ter quality of flowers lasted longer as well as looked better and they pre- ferred paying a fair price for good flowers to buying the smaller stock at lower figures. These facts compelled the growers to raise improved varie- ties of plants and also use better facili- ties and better houses in which to grow their stock. EVOLUTION OF THE INDUSTRY. The evolution in the cut flower in- dustry is one continual effort towards better flowers and better methods of growing and shipping the stock. This is a peculiar feature of our line of trade for, in the competitive strife of business, we are continually on the lookout for new ideas, new varieties of plants, new methods of construction and everything else pertaining to our business which can in any way im- prove our output. The experiment station here at this college should prove of immense value to the florist traae.of this .statte, as a large number of the; new things can be tested be- fore being offered to the trade. In fact, it would be a good idea if the trade would insist on a trial test of some of these new things before being offered for sale and a certificate from this station showing the results that were obtained from such a trial would be of immense value tonards deter- mining the quality of the goods offered for sale. IIOISE.S FOR CUT FLOWER GROWING. The growing end of the cut flower business has to keep up-to-date in everything regarding new varieties of plants, better methods of ventilation and the inost improved fertilizers, fumigating compounds, etc. The houses themselves must also be kept up-to-date. The question of what is the best greenhouse is a hard one. It is generally acknowledged that a separate house is considered best for American Beauty and other roses. whilc< for carnations and other plants a numljt r of connected houses seem to do as well as separate houses, while they cost less mone.v to build and operate. A separate house should be at least 26 or 28 feet wide, if not wider, and seven to eight feet to the gutters. This will give a large body of air and a more even temperature. Such a house, if built of all iron con- struction, would cost complete, includ- ing its share of the heating and other apparatus, about .50 cents per square foot of glass, while a wooden house costs from 25 to 35 cents per square foot. The cost of running a green- house depends largely on the quantity of glass handled, but for the average place the fuel cost can be estimated at three to four cents and the labor at eight to ten Cents per square foot of glass. The supplies and repairs cannot be very well estimated, as they depend on the quality of the house, etc. CHANCE FOR BEGINNERS. In the cut flower industry there is a continual struggle for improvement at all times and I do not know of any industry in which a man stands a bet- ter show for success if starting in new. One must, of course, have experience in the growing of the stock, but there is as good if not a better chance for individual effort in our line of trade than in any other. There never can be any monoply or trust that would control the output or sale of the flowers for that output is raised in a thousand different places. Every man stands on .'.n equal footing as far as the market demand is concerned, for there is no combination to help or re- strain trade to any firm or set of firms. The selling- of the greenhouse pro- ducts, whether cut flowers or plants, is just as important a branch of the business as the growing end. No mat- ter how good the stock is or how carefully the greenhouses have been run, all would be wasted if the pro- duct is not well sold. SELLING JIETHOns. There are two methods of selling: In one the growers sell their own stock, having their own grades and methods of sorting and of course know just when the stock was cut. A grower who sells his own stock usually caters to some special class of buyers, as the shipping trade for in- stance. This trade requires flowers cut tight in the bud and careful sort- ing and packing in order to ship to arrive in good condition. Flowers can be shipped a distance requiring them to lay packed in the boxes 48 to 60 hours. These very long distance shipments demand the utrnost care, especially as to the weather condi- tions. During warm and wet weather it is very hard to have carnations ar- rive in good condition when shipped a long distance. Roses will ship in better shape during such weather. The grower who sells his own stock should take pride in having an even run of flowers in each grade. The other method of selling consists in shipping flowers to a commission firm to be sold for the account of the shipper. There are a number of such firms in the larger cities that make this selling on commission a specialty. Their charge for such work is 15 per cent of the gross sales. It is worth this amount to handle the stock right. The expenses of selling are almost this igio. The American Florist. 169 MEMBERS OF THE ILLINOIS STATE FLORISTS' ASSOCIATION AT CHAMPAIGN, FEBRUARY 15, 1910. amount 'n'ith the larger commercial growers. THE TRADE IN nXINOIS. The cut flower trade is very favor- ably located as far as Illinois is con- cerned. Our shipping facilities are unsurpassed. We supply flowers to an immense territory, going east as far as Buffalo. Pittsburg and Wash- ington, south to the Gulf of Mexico, west to Colorado, Montana and the Dakotas and north as far as Winni- peg. This immense scope of country drains to Illinois a continual flow of money from our sales. The cut flower industry is not a jobbing trade where the most of the money received for the goods goes off to another state in pay- ment for them, but is what might be called a manufacturing enterprise. The grower takes a piece of ground and covers it with glass. He is what might be called an intensified farmer as, from the space under his glass, he irrigates his plants, he ventilates them, he controls the temperature in cold weather by artificial heat and some- times raises two or three crops a year from the same bench space. This product is the result of steady labor for 365 days in the year. There is no let up, but one thing crowds onto another, so that there is always some- thing to be done. A greenhouse is a very beneficial in- dustry to any town. The outlay for labor and supplies is just so much cash that is brought right there to be spent and when the total amount of glass is considered in the state of Illi- nois, estimated at a value of about $18,000,000, the magnitude of the trade can be appreciated. There is a total business in cut flowers and plants grown in this state of at least 15,000,000 per year. A good share of this immense sum is drawn here from other states and all of this sum is ex- pended right here. It will thus be seen that the cut flower industry is one of the most solid foundation stones on which the prosperity of the state of Illinois is built. ILLINOIS STATE FLORISTS. TONKESS, N. T. — F. Knapper was injured recently by jumping off a street car which left the rails at the center of Park and Ashburton ave- nues. He sustained a shock and a bruised nose. Fourth Annual Convention. The fourth annual convention and exhibition of the llinois State Florists' Association held in the buildings of the University of Illinois at Champaign, February 15 and 16, must be recorded as the most successful in the history of the organization. The exhibits were of high quality and fairly representa- tive of the various producing centers of the state. The trade visitors num- bered about 100, and the meetings were well attended and full of en- thusiasm. Special interest, of course, centered in the fine new greenhouse plant of the experiment station and the work going on therein. This is a thoroughly up-to-date range, spec- ially designed for experiment work in the growing of vegetables and in flori- culture along strictly commercial lines. The use of artificial fertilizers on car- nations is the principal work now in hand, this being in its second year. It is expected that some preliminary account of the experiments will be is- sued during the present year. The en- tire proceedings of the convention were of such an eminently practical character as to impress everyone tak- ing part in them with the great prac- tical value of the work now going for- ward under the auspices of this as- sociation. The opening session of the conven- tion was promptly called to order Tuesday afternoon by President Gul- lett, who introduced President James of the university for the address of welcome, which dealt mainly with the place of his institution in educational matters, P. J. Foley responding. The reports of the secretary, treasurer and advisory committee were then pre- sented. The session closed with an address by Professor J. C. Blair on "The Value of the Experiment Station to the Florists, and the Duty of the Florists to the Station." On reassembling at 9 o'clock Wed- nesday morning, Prof. J. W. Garner gave an address on "Outdoor Art," C. L. Washburn followed with an ad- dress on "The Cut Flower Industry of Illinois." Prof. H. B. Dorner then gave an interesting address covering the work and progress at the Experi- ment Station greenhouses, which was followed by a lively discussion on the subject. C. L. Washburn and I. L. Pillsbury suggested the appoint- ment of a committee to consider the matter of uniformity in the grade of cut flowers offered by growers and dealers, and President Gullett ap- pointed C. L. Washburn, Chicago, Frank B. Smith, Danville, and C. M. Dickinson, Chicago. Resolutions by W. N. Rudd were adopted, one em- bodying the recommendation that O. C. Simon, the well-known Chicago landscape architect, be added to the University comm.ission on campus and grounds and the other covering a new appropriation for the experiment station. Another resolution, by J. C. Vaughan, advocated the conservation of public grounds and waterways. The constitution was amended to per- mit the executive officers to arrange the date and place of the annual meetings and exhibitions. The elec- tion of oflicers resulted as follows: C. L. Washburn, Chicago, president. Chas. Loveridge, Peoria, first vice- president. J. F. Ammann, Edwardsville, Sec'y- F. L. Washburn, Bloomington, treasurer. Members and friends to the number of about 100 participated in a ban- quet at Beardsley hotel, Tuesday even- ing, P. J. Foley officiated as toast- master in his usual happy style. Dean Davenport made the principal address of the evening, touching the place of Illinois in agriculture and allied in- dustries. The other speakers included Mr. Harris, representing the Chamber of Commerce, Prof. Blair, Messrs. Vaughan, Loveridge, Gullett, Balsley and Mrs. Blair. 170 The American Florist, Feb. ^9. Judges' Report. CARNATIONS SCORED. R. Witterstaetter, Cincinnati, O. — Pres. Valentine, 85 points. Chicago Carnation Co., Joliet. — Mary Tolman, 85 points. W. W. Coles, .Kokomo, Ind. — Mrs. W. Coles, 85 points. F. Dorner & Sons Co., Lafayette, Ind. — No. 4206, 85 points. R. Witterstaetter, Cincinnati, O. — ■ No. 1407 0, 80 points. A. C. Brown, Springfield. — Superba, 80 points. Chicago Carnation Co., Joliet. — Conquest, 85 points. A. C. Brown, Springfield. — Optimo, 75 points. A. C. Brown, Springfield. — Clara Mae, 65 points. W. N. Rudrt. Morgan Park. — Green- wood, 86 points. E. G. Hill Co., Richmond, Ind. — Annie May, 86 points. Chicago Carnation Co., Joliet, and A. C. Brown, Springfield — Sangamo, 85 points. E. G. Hill Co., Richmond, Ind. — Mrs. Beckwith. 81 points. E. G. Hill Co.. Richmond, Ind. — J. W. Riley. 81 points. A. C. Canfield, Springfield. — Red Nelson Fisher, 80 points. Anton Then, Chicago. — No. 291, 74 points. Baur & Smith, Indianapolis, Ind. — Shasta, 85 points. F. Dorner & Sons Co., Lafayette. Ind. — White Wonder, 87 points. Anton Then, Chicago. — No. 41, 83 points. F. Dorner & Sons Co., Lafayette, Ind. — Hoosier Lad, 88 points. F. Dorner & Sons Co., Lafayette, Ind. — Scarlet Glow, 85^ points. HONORABLK MENTION. Chas. Loveridge. Peoria. — Fine dis- play of carnation in standard varieties. Bassett & Washburn, Chicago. — Carnation O. P. Bassett. A. O. Canfield. Springfield. — Dis- play of carnations in standard varie- ties. Joseph Heinl & Sons. Jacksonville. — Vase of carnation White Enchantress. Wirth & (iaupp. Springfield. — Dis- play of standard varieties of carna- tions. A. Washburn & .Sons, Bloomington. • — Display of standard varieties of carnations, sweet peas and violets. Henry Baer, Peoria. — Display of standard varieties of carnations. Chas. Knopf Floral Co., Richmond, Ind. — Carnation Mrs. Chas. Knopf. Chicago Carnation Co., Joliet. — Ex- tensive display of carnations includ- ing. Pink Delight. May Day, Beacon, Afterglow and Alvina. Henry Eichholz, Waynesboro, Pa. — Carnation Washington, considering it an improvement over Rose Pink En- chantress, also carnation Alvina. Henry Johann & Son. Collinsville. — A'ase of assorted varieties. W. C. Hill Floral Co., (Strea.tor. — Display of seedling and standard varieties of carnations. J. F. Ammann, Edward.sville. — Vase of assorted varieties of carna- tions. W. N. Rudd, Morgan Park. — Vase of assorted carnation seedlings. SPECIAT, MEXTIO.X. The judges considered the exhibit of roses, taken collectivel.v, of great merit and considered the following to be worthy of special mention: : Wendland & Keimel. Elmhurst. — • Killarney and White Killarney. Bassett & AVashburn, Chicago. — Bridesmaid. W. H. Gullett & Sons, Lincoln. — White Killarney. J. F. Ammann, Edwardsville. — Killarney, Mme. Chatenay and Ivory. Poehlmann Bros. Co., Chicago. — My Maryland and Killarney. CERTIFICATE OF MERIT. J. A. Peterson. Cincinnati, O. — Be- gonia, Glory of Cincinnati. Frank B. Smith's Sons, Danville. — Display of flowering plants, includ- ing cinerarias, Primula obconica, cy- clamens, violets, panises, tulips, etc. HONORABLE MENTION. Aug. Jurgens. Chicago. — Display of single and double daffodils. Emil Buettner, NIC Zweifel, C. W. JOHNSON,- Judges. C. L. Washburn. Presidunl-Eluct'lllinois State Florists' Association Photo of 1S'»7. He's Older Now. Secretary Ammann's Report. Your secretary begs to report a total membership of 175, divided as follows: Life members, 18; annual members, 153: honorary members, 4. There has been one death in our ranks during the past year namely J. B. O'Niel, of Chicago, whose early demise we all deplori-. We have increased our life membership by seven. The number of annual members taking out life mem- bership, having been greater than the new annual members received, has de- creased our annual membership by two. The trade papers have, as usual, given us good assistance in our work, and we all feel much indebted to them for it. Much progress has been made in our experimental work, which will be reported to you more fully later by Secretary Rudd of the advisory board. In the matter of data I am sorry to report very slow progress. It seems there are still a great many florists throughout the state in a dormant con- dition who need forcing. For in- stance: Out of 400 return postals mailed, I received 125 answers, so you see the percentage of dormant stock is large. I believe, however, I have sufficient data to make a fairly ac- curate estimate on glass throughout the state as soon as same can be com- puted, which I regret to say I have so far not found time to do. The memljership of this society should be larger. I regret to say the officers (especially vice-president) do not give this important part of our work the attention it should have. Some means should be devised by which our membership would be ma- terially increased. Present members who are in arrears for dues should be urged to pay up and take more in- terest. The secretary has tried various means through correspondence to ac- complish results on these lines, but so far has received little encouragement for his work. Report of the Advisory Board. Your board begs to report that since the last annual meeting of the associa- tion three meetings of the board have been held, two at Urbana on July 12 and December 27, respectively, and one at Chicago on February 4. The board would state that the work en- trusted to it has not suffered by reason of the small number of meet- ings, but, on the contrary, the busi- ness has been thoroughly attended to, while as each meeting causes an ex- pense which must come out of our fund, money has thereby been saved and added to the amount available for the practical work. At the meeting of July 12 the full board was present, as well as Messrs. Blair, Dorner and Nehrling of the sta- tion staff. Financial statements showed something over $200 of the appropria- tion unexpended on July 1. The re- port showed roughly that about one- half of the appropriation, namely $7,500 or a little more, had been ex- pended for buildings and equipment, and also that nearly an equal aiuount had been contributed from the gen- eral station fund toward the building of the new greenhouses which had cost about $14,000. In this connection it is proper to make known to you the grand support which has been given us by Dean Davenport and Professor Blair. They have shown the greatest interest and enthusiasm in our work, and. although it is a well-known fact that their general funds are scanty, placed at our disposal nearly $7,000. which enabled us to complete the greenhouse plant and get to work in a thorough and systematic manner. Mr. Dorner read a general report of his work for the past year, that is, the year 1908-09, with suggestions for the work to be taken up during the com- ing year. This report was carefully considered, the matter viewed from all points, and it was decided to continue the fertilizing experiments on carna- tions, and also, on the completion of the new houses proVided for below, to take up a similar line of work with roses, together with some work on cucumbers. It appearing that by econ- omy the amount could be spared, the sum of $4,500 was appropriated to complete one new double greenhouse similar to the one previously built with an additional boiler, if possible. At the meeting at Urbana, Decem- ber 27, a financial report was presented showing that the amount expended, together with the amount still unpaid on the new houses, was about $4,651, making the total cost of the plant as you see it today about $18,650. It was stated that this would leave a de- ficiency of about $1,140 to carry for- ward the work to the end of the fiscal year, when the second half of the ap- propriation would be available, but that this deficiency would be taken care of for us from other funds until our own money was available. The balance of the meeting time was taken up, as usual, by a careful Inspection of the houses and the work being done and an extended discussion of the same. The meeting of February 4 was held at Chicago, Messrs. Davenport, Blair and Dorner from the university and the full board being present, as well as many local florists who had been in- vited to attend tlie meeting, so that explanations of the work being done could be made, and as much interest as possible aroused. A general discus- sion ensued, and it was the sense of the meeting that the results of the igio. The American Florist. 171 work to date were satisfying' and en- couraging-, and that the work should be pushed vigorously, not only along the lines heretofore taken up, but it should be expanded in every possible direction in so far as the funds avail- able would make it possible. In ciosing this report some explana- tion would seem to be needed. The reason for taking up the study of fer- tilizers was that it seemed to be the one subject of greatest interest to the florists of the state at large at the present time. The reason for selecting the carnation for the beginning of the experiments was that in certain ways No resolution was offered endorsing the corporation tax or Forester Pinchot's removal. J. A. Peterson's Begonia Glory of Cincinnati was still holding its big heads of bloom. Of course it was only natural and proper to suggest improvements in "our" campus. The Elmhurst Killarney roses is a very superior brand of those popular varieties. Rudd plied his hammer on the lack of landscape art on the college campus. THE AGRIC ULTURAL BUILDING AT URBANA, ILL. it was the most available and desirable plant to begin with, and that a good share of the results would be almost equally applicable to other florists' flowers and, with the space available, only one variety could be handled in the complete and comprehensive way desired. The reason that no results have been published is that while much of interest has been learned, everything must be verified by re- peated experiments, as conditions af- fecting any one series of tests might interfere with the accuracy of the con- clusions drawn, and it was strongly put before the board and concurred in unanimously by it, that it was much better to let the florists wait for their information than to take any possible chance of giving them infor- mation which might, by subsequent test, be found wrong. In conclusion the board wishes to extend its thanks to Dean Davenport and Professor Blair for the many courtesies shown, to expres.=! its confidence in Mr. Dor- ner, and its great satisfaction with the able way in which he has handled our work, of which he had been directly in charge. Respectfully submitted, W. N. RUDD, Sec'y. Convention Notes. Mrs. Blair has all the talent of speech that comes of brevity, and Toastmaster Foley forgot all his na- tive gallanti-y in placing that estimable lady so far down the programme. Toastmaster Foley did not fail of his duty in encouraging bachelors Presi- dent Gullet and Secretary Dorner to join the married ranks. Champaign is all right, but what is the matter with Rockford, Rock Is- land, Danville and other places as convention cities. Messrs. Dorner, Nehrhnerand Franks handled a lot of exhibition material with much dispatch and good taste. Now encourage the ladies to aid the cause with an auxiliary which shall bring them with us. Prof. Dorner distributed a timely sheet explaining the experimental work then in hand. J. A. Evans was exploiting his new ventilator to be offered this season. Nic. Zweifel's Bright Spot takes well with the carnation growers. The Square Deal Club was still in session when the last train left. Much wear and tear on the coal bins was the general report. Ammann is the pattern of florist that is needed everywhere. Anton Then remembers Logansport Jind Oilman only as life-saving sta- tions. W. N Rudd's vase of seedlings was noteworthy. Visitors. Frank Aitken. Decatur. J- P. Ammann. Edwardsville. Geo. Asmus, Chicago. E. Atkinson. C. M. Augustin. Henry Baer, Peoria. Harry Balsley, Detroit, M. Barker. Chicago. R. Birmnam. Henry Blixen, Edwardsville. J. N. Bommersbach. Decatur. Mrs. N. Bommersbach, Decatur. Theo. Brash. A. C. Brown. Springfield. F. W. Brunning. Emil Buettner, Park Ridge. Geo. Callahan. Bloomington. Mrs. A. C. Canfleld, Springfield. B. Catzwinkel. Robert Dale. C. M. Dickinson, Chicago. E. S. Dodson. .J. W. Doyd. Mrs. D. w. Dresser. Springfield. H. F. Drury and wife. Galesburg. Edgar Easterday. Nokomis. .lohn A. EVans. Richmond, Ind. A. G. Fehi-. Belleville. ' Mrs. M. Flint. Chicago. P. J. Foley, Chicago. G. W. French, Morton Grove. H. G. Gerhardt, Wilmette. C. E. GuUett. Lincoln. E. Vi'. Guy. Belleville. 0. B. Heinl. Jacksonville. ; .\lbert T. Hey, Maywood. H. B. Howard, Chicago. Henry Johann. Collinsville. C. W. Johnson, Morgan Park. G. Johnston. H. Johnston. B. Jurgens, Peoria. W. J. Keimel. Elmliurst. P. N. Kidwell, Chicago. C. Loveridge, Peoria. E. H. Michel, St. Louis, Mo. N. P. Miller. Chicago. D. G. Millspaugh, Detroit, Mich. H. M. Morris. J. MuUer. of J. Roehrs Co., Rutherford, N. J. David Nolan. S^pringfleld. P. Olsem, Joliet. W. L. Palinsky. Chicago. Andrew' Peterson. Hoopeston. / .T. A. Peterson and wife. Cincinnati. O. '; 1. L. Pillsburg, Galesburg. Adolph Poehlmann, Chicago. Aug. Poehlmann, Chicago. Theo. Prodie. ' I A. T. Pyfer, Joliet. "W. 'W. Rike. LeRoy. ■W. N. Rudd, Morgan Park. Arna Smith. .T. S Salmons. Peoria. H. E. Smith. Anthon Then. Chicago. THE AUDITORIUM, URBANA, ILL. Where Exhibition of Illinois State Florists' Association Was Held This Week. Phil Foley was showing his new wrought-iron gutters. The experiment station greenhouses were in fine order. Dean Davenport is genial, practical and convincing. Champaign is dry in the stormiest weather. John Then, Chicago. J. C. Vaughan. Chicago. A. E. Washburn, Bloomington. C. L. W^ashburn. Chicago. F. L. 'Washburn, Bloomington. O. S. 'Watkins. Geo. B. Windier. S't. Louis, Mo. R. S. ■W^)odyard, Sharp Partridge & Co., Chicago. J. E. Young. Nic Zweifel, Milwaukee, Wis. 172 The American Florist. Feb, /p' The American Florist 1885 Twenty-Fifth Year 1910 Subscription. United States and Mexico $1.00 a year; Canada $2.00; Europe and Countries in Postal Union. $2.50. Subscriptions accepted onlyfrom thosein the trade. When sending us change of address always send the old address at the same time. Advertising rates on application. From the first issue the American Florist has accepted only trade advertisements. Advertisements must reach us Tuesday (earlier if possible), as we go to press Wednesday. We do not assume any responsibility for the opinions of our correspondents. Eastern Representatives: A. F. Faulkner. 1133 Broadway. New York. KOBT. KiFT. 1725ChestnutSt.. Philadelphia. Pa. THE AMERICAN FLORIST, 324 Dearborn St.. CHICAGO. THIS ISSUE 52 PAGES WITH COVER. CONTENTS. Half-hour chapters for flower growers. 161 — Easter lilies — Dahlias 161 — Hardy perennials — Pansies 161 — Cattleyas ' 162 John T. Timmons (portrait) 162 The retail trade 162 — Funeral plants 162 — Plain cross of roses (supplement) 162 — Crepe chasing by department stores.. 163 — February flowers in the New York stores 163 The rose 164 • — English vs. French nianetti 164 — German opinion on roses for forcing.. 164 Begonia, Glory of Cincinnati (illus. ) . . . .164 Begonia Patrie (illus.) 165 Repotting geraniums 165 The fancy leaved caladiums (illus.) 166 Twenty years ago 167 Cornell horticulturists 168 The cut flower industry 168 Members of Illinois State Florists As- sociation (illus.) 169 Hardy herbaceous perennials 169 — Planting and rearrangement 169 Illinois State Florists' Association 169 — Fourth annual convention 169 — Judges' report 170 — Secretary Ammann's report 170 — Report of advisory committee 170 — Convention notes 171 — Visitors 171 — Agricultural buildings at Urbana (illus.) 171 American Rose Society exhibition 172 Plants for Memorial day 172 Chicago 174 St. Louis 176 Davenport. la 177 Philadelphia 17S Aphine at Philadelphia 178 Boston 17S Pittsburg 178 Decatur. Ill 179 New York 180 Washington ISO Buffalo 180 Lenox, Mass 185 The seed trade IRfi — The Paris floods (illus.) 186 — To amend New York seed law 186 Market gardeners 188 — Growers of Trondequolt, N. Y 188 — Notes on hotbeds .* ISO — Prices of indoor fruits and vegeta'bles.189 The nursery trade 190 • — Aesculus parviflora (illus.) ....190 - — ^American Peony Society '. t, . • «•; .190 — California eucalyptus seeds. .,..*.. t-, .190 — Brazillian railway nurseries '..190 Albany. N. Y 194 Sioux City. la 196 Olnaha ..20B Glen Cove, N. Y 207 Denver 207 Seattle. Wash 208 Oslo, Fla 20S Wilkesbarre, Pa Ill The toad beneath the harrow knows Exactly where each tooth point goes; The butterfly upon the road Preaches contentment to that toad. — Kipling. Personal. Mrs. Edwin Lonsdale's wide circle of friends will be pleased to learn that the climate of Lompoc, Calif., has been very beneficial to her impaired health. H. E. Philpott and wife, of Winni- peg, Man., are in Vancouver. All plant orders at retail must amount to $1 or more, says the Storrs & Harrison Co., in its general spring catalogue. GLADIOLUS LEMOINEI PINK BEAUTY, an early deep pink variety of Euro- pean origin, will be offered by Hol- land growers this season. When friends of the fruits, flower and field, gather and consult in har- mony as at Champaign, 111., this week, much may come out of it for the good of all. TouK name is rightly booked in our Trade Directory — at least we suppose it is if you do not advise us. If you make any changes this season, please drop U3 a postal. A RECENT treasury decision defines wreaths, in part of metal, as "articles in part of metal" under paragraph 193 as claimed by the importers, Spingarn Bros., New York. Too much dormant stock among the thousand florists in Illinois, says Secre- tary Ammann; if we could force a few score more into growth, the associa- tion would blossom. Teaching children the wonders of exotic plants is part of the curricu- lum of the New York educational system. The Botanical Gardens at Bronx park are the classrooms. FLORISTS of Washington have filed a protest with the house committee against Senator Johnson's (of Ala- bama) amendment of the bill for the "proper observance of Sunday as a day of rest in the District of Columbia." The poisonous nature of the olean- der should inot be overlooked. The Department of Agriculture reports cases of cattle poisoning from the south where this is used as a hedge plant. It should be watched in the greenhouse and especially in the home where children are apt to chew leaves of any plants they have access to. American Rose Society Exhibition. The Horticultural Society of New York, under whose auspices the Amer- ican Rose Society exhibits in the city of New York, has taken up on its part the duty of enlisting the interest of as many members of that society as pos- sible to develop the best attendance and support for the occasion. The New York Florists' Club has appointed a special committee to extend courte- sies to all members of the Rose So- ciety. The intent is to show off in the great hall of the American Museum on Seventy-seventh street, for popular exhibition without cost to the public, a show of the first magnitude. The hall is at present being re-painted and decorated. The measurement is 75x150 feet. The effort is to obtain, among other things, a fine exhibit of pot plants. Many a dweller in the metrop- olis can grow a plant in a pot and would enjoy doing so, and exhibits of that kind are likely to foster a demand for that class of roses. The full list is being revised by the chairman of the schedule committee, ex-President Robt. Simpson, and as soon as com- pleted will be put in permanent form in conjunction with the premium list and schedule of the New York Horti- cultural Society. Since our last report the following special prizes have been offered: John I. Raynor, New York f25 Henshaw & Fenrich, New York. ... 25 Henry Froment, New York 25 William S. Allen, New York 25 Traendly & Schenck, New York... 25 Alex J. Guttman, New York. ...'.. 25 King Construction Co 25 J. A. Budlong Son & Co 25 John N. May, Summitt, N. J 25 Frank R. Pierson, Tarrytown, N. Y. 25 Wm. Badgley, Chatham, N. J 15 Walter F. Sheridan. New York.... 15 A. H. Langjahr. New York IQ L. B. Coddington, Murray Hill. ... 10 Robert Simpson. Clifton. N. J 30 Society of American Florists. . .Medals James Wood, president of the Horti- cultural Society of New York, will de- liver an address upon "Ideals of Horti- culture"; Geo. "V. Nash will speak on "The Rose and Its History," and illus- trate his lecture with colored lantern slides. Adolph Farenwald, of Roslyn, Pa., will speak on "Roses, the Brightest of Flowers." A valuable paper is being prepared by W. S. Sibson upon "The Northern Pacific Coast Roses." The Horticultural Society of New York will issue, jointly with the American Rose Society, the full prize list and rules within a few days. Joseph A. Manda has been appointed superintendent of exhibits. Benjamin Hammond, Sec'y. Early Forcing: Tulips. Ed. American Florist: — How early can I force tulip bulbs? The kinds I want to have are La Reine and Yellow Prince. I took some boxes in from outdoors at Christmas and they were well rooted. I placed the same in a shed for about a week and then moved them into a house at about 50°, under a bench. I have given them a good watering and have shaded with paper. The results, so far, have not been very good, as they already show the flowers in the cool house, and on very short stems. I took some boxes in the forcing house, at about 65° to 70°, to get them longer, but without any improvement. I keep them always dark and I think in the right moisture. Will you kindly tell me the reason why my bulbs are not doing well? F. A. B. Experienced growers force tulips in time for Christmas by planting the best quality bulbs immediately they are received, and allowing them a few weeks in a cool place to root. They are then brought into heat and kept quite dark much as lily of the valley is forced. The stems are usually short at the holiday, even with this care, when forced so early, but as the season advances they get longer. The treatment described by "F. A. B." ap- pears to be right, except that we would not advise placing the bulbs in the shed where the atmosphere is pos- sibly very dry, as this may have the effect of checking the growth, and therefore causing the stems to be short. This very early forcing is un- natural anyway and it is best to keep them going right from the start. But bulbs taken inside at Christmas should be satisfactory, as this is not particularly early. We think, under the circumstances, that the bulbs could not have been of first quality or they would have done better. igio. The American Florist. 173 OBITUARY. Edward 0. Schwagerl. Edward O. Schwagerl, Seattle, Wash., landscape architect, who planned Volunteer and Kinnear parks and Seattle's first boulevard system, died January 27 at the family home, 503 Twenty-second avenue south. He was 68 years old. Mr. Schwagerl was born at Wurtzberg, Bavaria, and was educated in Paris before coming to America. At Cleveland, where Mr. Schwagerl spent 15 years, he originat- ed the park and boulevard system, planned and laid out Gordon, Wade, Payne and Eels parks. At St. Louis he planned and laid out the famous Lindell boulevard and Vandeventer place. He planned and laid out cem- eteries a t Cleveland, Canajohorie Falls, N. T., Hannibal. Mo., and at Portland, Ore. Point Defiance park, and Wright park, Tacoma, were planned by Mr. Schwagerl. He was one of the art judges at the Alaska- Yukon-Pacific exposition. Mr. Schwa- gerl is survived by his wife. The re- mains were cremated. Wants, For Sale, Etc One Gent Per Word. Gash with Adv. ForPlant Advs,, Sec Ready Reference Section. Where answers are to be mailed irom this office. ODClose 10 cents extra to cover oostase. etc. Sltaation Wanted— Bv an expert American Beauty and tea rose grower. Address Key 44(j. care American Florist. Situation Wanted— By first-class florist capable of taking charge; experienced in all branches. Key +44. care American Florist. Situation Wantcd-By practical gardener and florist, life experience; middle aged: married; want a place where first-class stock is required. J. Hodge. 163 Foster St.. Mansfield. O. Sltaation Wanted-By a German florist. 26 years of age; 10 years' experience" growt-r of roses, carnations, 'mums, pot plants, etc.: gi^c- full particulars and what wages paid in first Irtter. Key 441, care American Florist, Situation Wanted— As gardener, private or public. 1^ years old, single. 12 years' experience in all branches in Europe and this country; ready for engagement by the 15th of March; best of references. Key 442, care American Florist. Situation Wanted— To take charge of the grow- ing of cut flowers, flowering and bedding plants, also palms, ferns, etc.; 2u years' experience in those lines of the trade: middle-aged, single man. sober and honest; expect fair wages and steady work. Address Key 447. care American Florist. Help Wanted— Gardener, married man in pri- vate place near Chicago; permanent position. _ Key 439. care American Florist. Help Wanted— Good stenographer and boofc- Itceper familiar with nursery office work; good opportunity to learn landscape architecture. Ad- dress Box '.'7. Jersey City, N. J. Help Wanted— Two young men experienced in packing and filling orders for nursery stock; give full particulars regarding experience, salary wanted, etc. Valgh.an's Greenhouses. ^ Western Springs. III. Help Wanted— Young man to take care of gar- d>n and stable: bav(.' two horses t%vo cows, chic- kens and two hogs; must be experienced truck farmer and stableman; wages .*25.0O per month and board. R. W. Tener. ^ Sylvan Crest Monaca. Pa. Salesman Wanted— On the Pacific coast to sell our well known line of ribbons and chitfons; we want a man who is known among the trade to sell our goods on commission. Lion & Company. 114 Spri ng St., New York. PartnerWanled-A florist with small amount of capital desires a partner; a grower with 5000 feet of glass or more located in some thriving town where there is a future to open a retail store; 18 years' experience good designer and salesman: references exchanfed. Address Key 445, care Ameiican Florist. For Sale— First class fiorist business in city of SO.OlG: reason for selling: other business. Key 9V9. care American Florist. For Sale—Some 3-inch pipe guaranteed sound- 7c per foot. Also several good small boilers cheap. W. H. Salter, Kochester, N. Y. For Sale— Dwelling, three well stocked green- houses: good business in an Arkansas city: good reasons for selling; if you mean business address Key 445. care American Florist. For Sale — A good florist retail business in growing city in western New York; S.OiO feet of modern built glass, with work room and living looms attached; best place in town; a good trade. A good place for the right man. Reasons forsell- ing. other business. Price and details on apolica- jion. Key 429, cate American Florist. For Sale— Florist with a small ready capital can, on March 1. buy a first-class retail flower store m Cliattanooga. Tenn., with well established trade. Present owners are engaging in similar business in anotfier ciry. and inability to manage both places is only reason or selling. Only interested parties need answer this advertisement. Address A. BoRG. care Atlant Foral Co.. Atlanta. Ga. Wanted— Greenhouse, about 5001 ft. o glass, dwelling, one or more acres of land. Key 436 care American Florist. Wanted to Rent— Greenhouse establishment: 15,(00 to 20.000feet; must be in good repair, good location and good rose soil required: shipping distance of Chicago pTcferred. Key 438. cate .American Florist. Good Opening for Young Man Advertiser wants a bright young man to call on the trade, one who can sell goods; give full particulars in first letter, includ- ing experience, age and wages. Man with practical knowledge of greenhouse work preferred. Address Key 988, care American Florist. Ornamental Nurseryman Wanted One familiar with varieties, propa- gation and growing of ornamental trees and decorative plants. Address THE SILVA-BERGTHOLDT CO. Newcastle, California. TO RENT. A very rare opportunity of one of the most mod- ern and up-to-date florist establishments of about 15.000 sq. ft. glass; hot water heat; Superior tubu- lar boiler: entire place equipped with electric lights, cement walks and floors; work building 20x115 two stories 8-room modern flat; good es- tablished business: the conveniencts and accom- adations to all transportation, etc. are too numer- ous to mention; they cannot be excelled: if inter- ested an investigation will conviince. RICHARD F. GLOEDE. 1405 1407 Central St.. Evanston. Ill, FOR RENT. Greenhouse, 12,000 feet of glass; stocked with sweet peas, carnations, bed- ding plants; good house; 10 acres of land; near Chicago; $50.00 per month. Key 425, care American Florist. Unexampled Chance For a first-class grower with executive ability and capacity to take ciiarge of 50.000 square feet of glass, most modern in construction and equip- ment, for growing cut flowers and plants, about to be erected in most progressive part of United States, where competition amounts to almost nothing. Can sell entire product now. and plant will have to be doubled in two or three years at most witli right management. If you do not possess these requirements and have not got $3,000 to $5,000 to take stock in the $50,000 corpora- tion, do not reply. But if you have and can pro- duce the goods, you will get the chance of your life by addressing Key 440, care American Florist. Retail Store Man. The advertiser, located in the south, wants a good man to take charge of the retail cut flower department. He must be fully competent to turn out high class design work and decorations. One who has a general knowledge of the seed business would be preferred, as the cut flower department is carried on in con- nection with a general seed business. A good salarj' to the right man. Address Key 431, care American Florist, FOR SALE. About April 1st we begin tearing down a range of 85,000 feet of glass to make room for more modern houses. We will have for sale ventilating machines (Hippard), ventilators, ready glazed sash bars in length 8 ft. to 14 ft., gutters and 4-in. cypress and cedar posts, glass in small sizes. Just the material for building small houses, lean-tos, par- titions, etc. Will sell any part or all of it. J. M. GASSER GO., Rocky River, Oiilo QreenhouseConstruction BY PROF. L. R. TAFT. It tells the whole story about how to build and heat a greenhouse, be it large or small, and that, too, In a plain, easily understood, practical way. It has 210 pagei and 118 illnstrations. PRICE, $1.50 Greenhouse IVlanagement By the same author. Covers the subject completely. 382 pagei. PRICE, $1.50. American Florist Co., 324 Dearborn St., Chicago. 1T4 The American Florist. Feb. ig, I I We are Strong on Rose$ and Carnations NONE BETTER TO BE HAP. Can furnish you with the following roses in quantities Mrs Jardine, My Maryland, Killarney, Richmond, Bride, Bridesmaid, Perle, Kaiserin. CARNATIONS ^'Ji'^'Sl Quality Unexcelled. J. A. BUDLONG 39 Randolph Street, CHICAGO. SKCUT FLOWERS Plenty of spring stock, TulipS, Jonquils, Daffodils, Narcissus, Sweet Peas, Freesias, Violets, Valley and Greens of all kinds. Roses ^d ' Carnations A Specialty. Chicagfo. GOOD ST. VALENTINE'S DAY DEMAND. St. Valentine's day and Lincoln's birthday both helped to turn a wheel at the end of last week. Wholesalers were extremely busy with out-of-town orders, red carnations, violets and red roses being most in demand. The stock of violets was equal to the call but red roses of good quality were extremely scarce and Richmond, Car- dinal and Rhea Reid made good mon- ey. American Beauty is still scarce and difficult to obtain in the best grades but short stock has been plen- tiful and doubtless the supply of long stemmed ones will soon improve. The sudden return to arctic conditions at the end of the week caused roses to tighten up again and everything cleaned up closely in this way. While good carnations were not too plentiful there was a big surplus of poor, small flowers, splits and other truck that could not lie moved except by the dump route and many a "load of hay" went this way. Bulbous stock has seldom sold better and large quantities have been handled. Paper White was cheaper at the end of the week, also mignonette, lily of the valley and other small stocks. The early part of the week saw a greatly increased rose supply in all the popular varieties, but out-of-town orders cleaned up everything in this line daily. Local business was not par- ticularly good, though a fair number of retailers were around, and St. Val- entine's day helped move a lot of small flowers. Speaking of the violet situ- ation to a wholesaler, who handles possibly more violets than any other firm in town, he said that he was quite di.sgusted with the reports re- ceived from growers. These said they would be short for St. Valentine's day, but when the day arrived shipped them in in immense quanties, so much so that it took a lot of hustling to move flowers that, two days before, retailers were anxious to place orders for. And his case was not peculiar either. Vio- lets at the windup of the day's busi- ness were over plentiful and the pol- icy of the growers, in endeavoring to foist the idea upon the trade that they would be scarce, in reality reacted upon themselves and caused a distinct loss of business. Bulbous stock and carnations continued to arrive in larger quantities than could be handled in .some cases, but the shipping trade, ■which kept up well right through, was the salvation of the market. KOTES. The D. D. Johnson Co. has the per- mit tags for its Evergreen fertilizer to be sold in Indiana state and, speaking with D. D. Johnson, rather a singular point in connection with Indiana law cropped up. It seems that no change can be made in the formula which is printed on the tags, without changing also the title of the fertilizer. Though it may have its good points in other ways, this seems rather reactionary, for a firm could not improve its goods without at the samp time changing the title which may have cost a great deal to bring to public notice. Prank H. Henry, of Henry & Lee, New York, has been in the city this week, having just returned from an eight months' trip to China, Japan and tlie Philippines, where he has been looking over the situation at the sources of supply of lilies and other stock of interest to his firm and flor- ists generally. He has much that is interesting to say and unique photo- graphs to show. He left for a day's trip to Milwaukee on Tuesday. Mrs. Henry and their daughter accompan- ies him. The display of St. Valentine's bas- kets at Fleischman's has been very ef- fective, showing a great variety. A large consignment of "African" bas- kets arrived here during the present week. They are distinctly novel, in color a deep reddish brown and in al- most every conceivable size and shape. The color should show off almost any kind of flowers to the best advantage. Terence Rodgers, secretary of the Gardeners' and Florists' Union, writes: "Through the influence of the Chicago Federation of Labor the West Park gardeners have obtained an advance in wages and now receive $75 per month. John Fitzpatrick had a most agreeable interview with Superintendent Mugler of the West Park board. The Desplaines Floral Co. is cutting good stock in all lines. The houses that were rebuilt last season are turn- ing out very satisfactory, being light and in every way suitable to the cul- ture of high-grade stock. The re- building will probably be proceeded with this season and when completed this firm will have a fine up-to-date plant. J. A. Budlong's stock is in excellent shape this week, large quantities of all the leading varieties of roses, car- nations and other flowers arriving daily. St. Valentine's day orders were Wietor Bros., Wholesale Growers of ..CDT FLOWERS- SI Wabash Avenue, CHICAGO. Price List American Beantles, Per doz Extra lone $6 00 36-iDch stems 5 00 30-inch stems 4 00 24inch stems 3 00 20-inchitems 2 50 18-inch stems 2 CD ISinchstems 1 SO Short 1 00 Per 100 Killarney, extra $12 00 fancy 8 00 eood 5 00 to 6 00 Richmond, extra 10 00 fancy 8 00 good SOOto 6 00 Mrs. Jardine, extra 12 00 fancy 8 00 to 10 00 good 6 00 White KUlamcy, fancy 10 00 to 12 00 Brides and Maids, fancy lOOOto 12 00 good 6 OOto 8 00 Uncle John, fancy SOOto 10 00 good SOOto 6 00 Perle. fancy 10 cents ROSES, our selection $6 00 Carnations, extra fancy 2 00 to 3 00 Easter Lilies, short $2 00 per doz. Valley 4 00 Asparagus Plumosns, extra quality, per bunch 75c Fancy Ferns, per 1000 $2 00 All other stock at lowest market rates. Prices subject to change without notice. No charge for packing. heavy, but all classes of stock were equal to the demand, red roses com- ing nearest to being a short item. Chas. Glaser, son of A. L. Glaser, Dubuque, la., is now With F. M. Brod- beck of Evanston, taking up rose cul- ture. Chrysanthemums, carnations and other stocks are well grown in Dubuque but most of the roses are shipped in, hence Mr. Glaser's wish to get a line on their culture. After the Pittsburg convention A. C. Brown of Springfield made a flying /gio. The American Florist. 175 :: Easter Lilies :: We are cutting an average of one thousand lilies per day, very choice stock, long stems, large flowers and fine foliage. They are the best flowers in the market and are in great demand during this shortage of Beauties and Roses. We are selling them at $12.00 per 100 or $1.50 per dozen. Buy direct of the grower and get fresh stock. American Beautics, Roses, ' Fancy Car- nations, Tulips, Daffodils, Lily of the Valley, Easter Lilies and Greens. Write us for our weekly price list if you are not receiving it. We keep you posted on the flower market Bassett & Washburn store and Office: 76 Wabash Ave., OHICA.OO Greenhouses: HINSDALE, ILL trip east to Baltimore. New York and several Long Island points. Judging- by what he saw he considers that the rose scarcity was as bad or even worse than in the middle west. Vaughan & Sperry continue to re- ceive large quantities of medium and short Beauties. The long-stemmed are not quite so numerous, but what are coming in are of fine quality. Violets are a strong feature here, good stock arriving daily in large quantities. Splendid stock of carnations has been arriving at Peter Reinberg's all week, an average of 4.000 to 5,000 per day being about the figures. American Beauty is coming in better crop right along and the quality of the other roses arriving is excellent. Miss M. C. Gunterburg has been handling very large quantities of ex- cellent violets at her stand on the Flower Growers' Market, cleaning up well daily. The demand was large for St. A'alentine's day and prices held up fairly well. Fourteen thousand carnations in one day is pretty good selling and this was the J. B. Deamud Co.'s total one day last week.- Pussy willows are a good selling line here and the tulips handled cannot be beaten on this market. H. C. Blewitt, Desplaines, is bring- ing in fine sweet peas to his stand at the Flower Growers' Market. Mr. Blewitt says the dull weather has been against his plants but they are look- ing well and promise a good crop. The quality of roses and carnations now being sent in from Sinner Bros.' greenhouses is at the top notch. Bride and Bridesmaid of the former are fine indeed and the carnations are in all the popular kinds. Excellent Bride, Bridesmaid and Mrs. Jardine roses have been arriving at Wietor Bros, all week in large quan- tities, but the stock is so good it cleans up daily as, indeed, everything does at this store. Weiland & Risch have been showing extra good lily of the valley during the week. Their Easter lilies are also In fine shape. Killarney and other roses have been coming good and in large quantity. Winterson's Seed Store is showing the Illinois self-watering window and plant boxes. Some Boston ferns plant- ed some time ago and hung in the store look well and are making a good growth. %Ve Are Strong On ROSES AND CARNATIONS. Our Beauty crop is just coming in and we have large supplies in all grades. For Easter we will be exceptionally strong on Beauties, Roses, Carnations, and all Seasonable stock. The carnations now being shipped are unsur- passed in quality in this or any other market. PRICE LIST. BEAUTIES Per doz AMERICAN Extra long stems |5 00 36 inch stems 4 00 30 inch stems 3 00 24 inch stems... 2 50 20 inch stems 2 00 18 inch stems 1 60 15 inch stems 1 00 12 inch stems 75 Richmond, Killarney, Mrs. Per 100 Field, Mme. Chatenay, My Maryland $6 00 to $10 00 Uncle John, Bride, Maid, Ivory, Sunrise, Golden Gate 6 00 to Perle 6 00 to Roses, our selection Carnations 2 00 to Harrisii VaUey Violets Adiantum Asparagus, per bunch ... Ferns, per 1000 10 00 10 00 4 00 3 00 16 00 4 00 1 00 1 00 50 2 00 T»r.A\.l\^^U.i\A\<^^\.UAUA^A\^, THE J.M.McGullougli's Sons Co., Wholesale Commission Florists. — coNsiGNMrarrs souctted. — Special attention given to Shipping Orders. Jobbers of FLORISTS' SUPPLIES SEEDS and BULBS. Price List on Application. 316 Walnut SL, CINCINNATI, OHIO. Phone Main 5S4. i^'0-M''r'irM"i''«''i"ir»'MfM M"i»'ir«"i''u'ii"ir«'i|"irM''i'' THE IHUNK FLORAL CO. Wholesale Growers of CUT FLOWERS Columbus, Ohio Wciland ^ Olingcr, 128 E. Third St., CINCINNATI, O. Wholesale Growers and Shippers of Cut Flowers. Carnation Georgia, $12.C0 per 100: JlOO.ro per 1000 Greenhouses, NEW CASTLE, IND. 180 The American Florist. Feb. ig. New York. TBADE SLOW. The beginning of Lent showed a great falling off in trade. Nobody be- lieves that the present dull condition of the market will be long continued. The society people do not fear thf devil as much as they did in former times. Bad weather has been a con- tributing cause toward making the past week a bad one for the trade. Another heavy snow storm visited this city and vicinity on the night of Feb- ruary 11. Saturday is usually a good day but the heavy fall of snow made con- ditions very disagreeable, conse- quently there was a great falling off in counter trade. Throughout the week business was very dull. Good Ameri- can Beauty roses sold as low as 25c each and good carnations sold for $1 per 100. We do not deny that a por- tion of these stocks sold for higher prices, but when retailers can placard their windows offering carnations at 35c a dozen, they must tae buying cheap. The better grades of tea roses also suffered. The shorter grades were more in demand on account of much funeral work. February 14. — There is a slight im- provement in business this morning. Though St. Valentine's day is not con- sidered of great importance in the trade, it helps some and there is the additional advantage of good weather. Prices have not advanced, but stock cleans up better. February 15 (by wire). — The condi- tion ot the market is very bad. Car- nations, lily of the valley. Narcissus '5olden Spur and freesias are prac- tically a glut and are being slaugh- tered. NOTES. The store of Young & Nugent. 42 West Twenty-eighth street, narrowly ■-scaped destruction by fire on the night of February 10. The heroes of the occasion were Henry Reichers. .■salesman for John I. Raynor, and a little dog, an attache of the Young & Nugent store. Mr. Reichers has a room over the store. Early in the evening his attention was attracted by the frantic barking of the dog. He at once investigated and finding the building on fire, rushed out and turned in an alarm. The firemen promptly re- sponded and extinguished the blaze, which was caused by an overheated furnace, before it had done much dam- age. The most notable wedding decora- tion seen in this city this season w.ns executed by M. A. Bowe on February 8. the occasion being the marriage of Mi.ss Blectra Havemeyer to James Watson Webb. Both of the contract- ing parties are members of old and well known families. The ceremony took place at St. Bartholomew's church. The altar was beautifully decorated with white roses and the pews were marked with bunches of lilies. Palms, white azaleas and lilacs made a grand display in the chancel and in front of the choir stalls. Frank Traendly had a very strenu- ous week. As previously noted, he came near being in.iured in an explo- sion in a restaurant near his store on Monday: on Tuesdav. one of his chil- dren was taken seriously ill; on Wed- nesday, a buildin.g which he owns in Brooklyn caught fire and was serious- ly damaged. The sick child is im- proving and "Papa" is thankful that things were not as bad as they might have been. Seizo Suzuki, youngest son ot the president of the Yokahama Nursery Co., Yokahama, Japan, is spending a week in the city with headquarters at the company's office. He will soon sail for England to look after the in- terests of his company at the Anglo- Japanese exhibition, which opens in London in May. Mr. Suzuki is a young man of engaging personality and has made many friends during his visit. J. K. Allen is now handling ex- clusively in this market, Vancouveria hexandra (the so-called Mexican ivy), a green that is more pleasing to many persons than galax. It is a native of the Pacific coast and Mr. Allen re- ceives his shipments from California. A recent visit to the John Scott range showed a great stock of Easter lilies coming on in fine condition. All told there are between 50,000 and 60,- 000 pots of lilies. There is much other fine stock including a great crop of gardenias. Noteworthy among the fine stocks of spring flowers, are the narcissi and tulips being handled by A. H. Lang- jahr. In a short time he will move to a larger store where he will be better prepared to handle his increasing business. In anticipation of Easter, the plant trade is looking up. Kessler Bros., the only exclusive plant men on Twenty-Eighth street, are already showing a very fine stock which will be greatly enlarged as Easter draws near. Frank D. Hunter, who, as reported in our issue of February 12, was ser- iously injured by being run down by an automobile, is progressing favorably toward complete recovery. Chas. H. Brown, proprietor . of the Belnord Flower Store, has been taking a short vacation among his old friends at Rhinebeck. John N. Champion of New Haven, Conn., was in the market on February 11. He reports good business at New Haven. Chas. C. Haggerty has taken the store formerly known as the "Orchid Florist." 198 Columbus avenue. Washlng^ton. At the last meeting of the Florists' Club. J. H. Harty was admitted to membership. Nomination of officers was also in order: F. H. Kramer, Geo. H. Cooke, John Robertson, for president; Elmer Mayberry, vice-presi- dent; W. A. Ballinger, J. L. Carberry. secretary, Wm. F. Gude; treasurer, W. W. Kimmell, O. A. C. Oehlmeler, David Bissett, directors for three years. As it was ladies' night, the meeting adjourn- ed as soon as possible to make the even- ing an enjoyable one for all present; special talent was engaged, and soon the merry throng applauded loudly. Judge Robt. Montague paid a high tribute to the ladies by comparing them with the flowers, both in beauty and inno- cence. Refreshments were served, and dancing was kept up until a late hour. Business has been very brisk, every florist working his staff both early and late. Funeral work seems to be es- pecially plentiful. Stock is in good shape, and there is plenty of it to sup- py the demand. Fair prices are real- ized. Valentine windows were in evi- dence at the retail stores, and there was a good demand for violets, or- chids and lily of the valley for that day. NOTES. The Washington Florist Co. has a very attractive and pretty window. The feature is a rustic Japanese tea house, appropriately decorated with clinging vines, and flowers; the lawn is adorned with growing lilacs and Japanese plants. An old lamp post and lamp illuminated the outer sur- roundings, while Japanese lanterns suspended from the roof of the tea house illuminated the interior. A floral fountain was the feature for a table decoration for a dinner given by Gov. Chas. Magoon, at the Alibi club. Geo. C. Shaffer executcJ the work. The feature of this firm's windows was a floral heart of violets and orchids and other appropriate val- entine novelties. J. R. Freeman showed an excellent display of flowering plants and nov- elties: A red heart, decorated with violets, was placed conspicuously as a reminder of the day. Z. D. Blackistone's windows are at- tractively decorated with novelties, and arrangements which appeal to the senders of floral valentines. Gude Bros.' window is filled with Valentine novelties, a huge red heart pierced with an arrow being most con- spicuous. F. H. Kramer's display of plants and cut flowers is bound to catch the eye. He is famous for his souvenirs. George H. Cooke, as usual, is hust- ling with luncheon and dinner decora- tions. A circle of hearts and other novel- ties were the feature of Marche's win- dow. Visitors: Sidney Bayersdorfer and Smith of Boas & Co., both of Philadelphia. G. S. Buffalo. Tn.\DE GOOD. The weather is still very wintry. Trade was not lessened, however, for the last hours preceding Lent were busy ones for all. Several weddings and receptions were scheduled and played their part up to the advent of Ash Wednesday. The funeral of the city's health physician, after a linger- ing illness, gave the retailers some very fine orders for their choicest stock, mostly in bunches and artistic wreaths. St. Valentme's day was be- yond the expectation of all last year, falling as it did on Saturday, naturally made it a good day, equaled only by Easter Saturday, but today (Monday) has demonstrated beyond all question of a doubt that St. Valentine's day is the day for the florist who can put in a window and reach the people with a good ad. Violets, valley, freesia, or- chids and bulb stock, not forgetting roses and carnations, more especially in red, found a ready sale. Aided by artistic arrangement in baskets, boxes, heart designs, etc., pussy willow, well out, was a great favorite in all ar- rangements. Twins were on exhibition in Palmer's last week, two perfect jon- ciuils. Owing to their color, yellow. we did not accuse Slattery, of the Emerald Isle, of putting them in the window. The only men that could plead guilty are Grever and Stuntz. SPORT.S. The bowling club is in a flourishing condition, so much so that one of the German element offered to bet that he could give one would-be bowler, who only has one good leg to stand on, 50 pins for four games and a side bet of 25 cents a game. The short pedal rolled one game of 133 — no handicap, and the ex-knight of the milk wagon got 126 — that was one game. He was nauseated after that. I wish Slattery and a few more had seen the game. Eddie should practice. The following are averages for January: Kasting. 181; Neubeck, 164; Sandiford, 164: Wallace, 163: McClure, 161: Streit, 154; Stephan, 140; Grever, 132; Slattery, 130; Stunz, 126; Gillis, 120; Toben, 117; Good, 111; Savage, 95; Wells, 62. On February 7 L. H. Neubeck rolled 234: average for the evening, 190. While the average of Mr. Good is bad, it may prove good, as he is a new member, but if Good is bad, a Savage has no thoughts of getting dipped in anything, especiallj' Wells. Bison. igio. The American Florist. 181 18S9 Telephone 167 Madison Sqnare, J. K. ALLEN, lOlO Wholesale Commission Florist, Established 1887. NEW YORK CITY. 106 West 28tli Street, Open the year around to receive shipments of Cut Flowers. Open Every Morning at 6 a. m. Prompt Returns To Shippers Traendly £ Schenck, WHOLESALE FLORISTS, NEW YORK. 44 WEST 28th STREET. Pliones, 798 and 799. Young & Nugent, Telephone 2065-2066 MadlsoB Sqnare. 42 West 28th Street, To out-of-town florists We are in the Heart ot .4nd give' special attention to steamer and Theater orders. Prompt deliveries and best stock in the market. New York Wholesale Florist CHAEES MILLANG On the ground floor of New York Cut Flower Co. and Cut Flower Exchange, 26th street and 6th Avenue and lUFim/ ^\fe\w%m^ 444 6th Avenue, niElYT lUKIV Open from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. The "Hub" of the Wholesale Olatrlct. Alexander J. GuUman, THEWHOLES,\LE)lORIST()FNEW YORK 34 WEST 28th STRKET rtlON«, l««4.!l««5 MADISO.X SOfAHI ENOUGH SAID Moore, Hentz & Nash, WHOLESALE COMMISSION FLORISTS 6S and S7 W«sl Z«lh S«re«<, TelephoD* No. 756 MadlsoB Sanir*. NEW YORK. Mention the American Florist lohen writing HEADQUARTER^ ,.^t>N YORK Give as a Trial. We can Please you. ii Soses, Carnations and aU kinds of Seasonable Flowers in Stoclc. Wholesale Commission Florists. Florists' Supplies and Wire Designs. WM. F. KASTING CO.c Mention the American Florist when writing B. S. Slinn, Jr. WHOLESALE FLORIST 55 and 57 W. 26tli St., NEW YORK Telephones: 4620 4621 3864 Madison Sq. A/ICkl PTC CARNATIONS V IwLI-. 1 «9 AMD KOSES Shipping Orders Receive Prompt Attention. Independence, Mo. — Eric Frandsen is starting in business here, having bought an establishment. He has had plenty of experience in the business at Atlantic, la., Lincoln, Neb., and other points, and will undoubtedly make a success of his venture. ¥lioles8ile Ho¥eFM&rlgte New York. Feb. 16 Roses, Beaiitv. special 30 00a:40 00 fancy 20 OOffVS 00 Brid.', Bridi-smaid. special. 10 0t)ff'12 00 extra and fancy 6 Of'ff) 8 00 No. land No. 2 3 003)5 00 Killarncv. special 12 0. 315 00 e.Ntra and lanev. 8 OOffilO 00 No.landNo.2. 3 00@ 5 00 My Maryland 4 tOWlS fO Richmond 3 00« 15 00 Carnations 1 COa 3 00 Callas per doz. . 1 OOffi 1 25 Cattlevas 40 00^60 00 Gardenias per doz.. 2 00® 4 (0 Hyacinths 1 005) 1 SO Lilium Longitiorum 6 OO;?" 8 00 Lilv of the Valley 1 OOn .i 50 Mignonette, per doz.. 503i 1 00 Narcissus Paper W hite 1 OOeT) 2 00 Yellow 1^50?;' 4 00 Sweet Peas. per doz. bunchos. 75ai 1 50 Tulips 1 50® 4 00 Violets 25^^ 50 Buffalo. Feb. 16. Roses, Beauty, special 5 (X) fancy 4 00 extra 3 00 Bride. Maid, Killarncy 4 00@15 00 Carnations 2 00@ .^ 00 Daffodils 3 0C@ 4 00 Daisies I OOffl 1 50 Hyacinths. Romans 2 OOff .^ 00 Lilium Longiflorum 12 00@15 00 Lily of the Valley. 4 00@ 5 lO Mignonette 3 00@ 5 00 Narcissus 2 00® 3 00 Stevia 1 00@ I 25 Sweet Peas SO® 1 00 Tulips 3 00@ 5 00 Violets, double 50® 1 Ou Adiantum 75® 1 50 Asparagus bunch. 25 00 50 00 Asp. Plumosus strings each 40® 50 Ferns ■ per 1000 2 00 Galax. Green or Bronze per 1000 1 50 Smilax strings 15 00 August Millang WHOLESALE FLORIST 41 W. 28th St., NEW YORK N.Y. Gut Flower Exchange CooganBldg, 6th Ave.&W.26thSt,. New York. Open for Cut Flower Sales at 6 o'clock Every Morning. Desirable Wall Space to Rent for Advertising. V. S. PORVAL. Secretary. Washington, D. C. — James Kerr, Sr., for 50 years director of the gar- dens at the Department of Agricul- ture, died February 5 at the age of 81. HORACE E. FROMENT WHOLESALE COMMISSION American Beauty Roses a specialty. Roees, Violets, Carnations, Valley, Lilies, Etc. 57 West 28111 St., NEW YORK CITY Telephones: 2200 and 2201 Madison Square. Mention the American Florist when writing Waller F.Sheridan WHOLESALE FLORIST , Telephones: 3532 and 3533 Madison Sq, 39 West 28th St., NEW YORK. Mention the American Florist when writing FLOWERS SHIPPED BY JOHN I. RAYNOR .Are the best product of the best growers for the New York market. Adlantom Croweanum sold here exclusively. 49 West 28th St., NEW YORK Telephone 1998 Madison Square. KESSLER^BROS. 50 W. 28th St., NEW YORK. OUT FLOWERS Wholesale Plantsmea and Florists. Phone 2336 Madison Shipments Everywhere. Prompt and satisfactory. Consignments solicited, Mention the American Florist when writing FORD BROS., Recelveri and Shipper! of Fresh Flowers 48 West 28ih St., NEW YORK. Telephone 3870-3871 Madison Square, ALFRED H. LANGJAHR WHOLESALE PLORIST, 55 W. 28tli Street, NEW YORK. All flowers in season. Consignments of first- class stock solicited. Telentaones 4626 and 4627 Madison Sqnare 182 The American Florist. Feb. ^9' Greens! Greens! Greens! Boxwood, oer case. 50 lbs. $6.00; 100 lbs.,tn.00 Leucotnoe Sprays, per 100. 50c: per 1000. $4.00. Galax, green and bronze, per 1000. 75c; per case lOOno. f.600. Wild Smllax, per 50-lb. case. $5.00; 2 case lots. *9.00. 4 case lots, S16. Smllax, per dozpn strinsrs $1 50. Fancy Eastern Ferns, per 1000. $1.75; 5.000 lots. $,S I 0. Grern Sheet Moss, per bundle, $1.00. sphagnom Moss, per bundle. $1.00. William Murphy, Wholesale Commission Florist. L. D. Phone M 980. 311 Main St., Cincinnati, 0. Galax and Leucothoe Sprays Quality counts and we havii- it. .\ trial order will convince you. New 6eld. No competition: 15 years' experience. Everyihing shipped under positive guarantee. Prices as f Hows; Galax, Green or Bronze. 50c per lUlO LeucOthoe Sprays, Grean. 2 feet and up. long. $2,50 per leOO, Leuco- thoe Sprays, Gr.en 16 inches and up to 2 feet. $1.50 per 10 0. Leucothoe Sprays, Bronze, good lengths. $4.00 per 1000. Reasonable discount on large orders. The Tuckaseigee Evergreen Go. SYLVA, N. C. George Cotsonas 6c Co. Wholesale and Retail Dealers in all kinds of Evergreen Fancy and Dagger^ Ferns. Bronze and Green Galax. Phone 1202 Mad. Sq. MainStore, SO W. 28th St.. NEW YORK. New Crop Ferns FANCY and DAGGER ready May Ist. Special price for large orders Price $1.25 per 1000. CALDWELL THE WOODSMAN CO., Ever{^een, Alabama Lansing, Mich. Gurdon B. Smith Covers all Points in Michigan. Best of Shipping Facilities in all Directions. Always has (he best of Everything. Louisviile, Ky. JACOB SCHULZ, 550 So. Fourth Avenue. Colorado Springs, Colo. PRANK F. CRUMP, Wholesale and Retail Florist MICHIGAN. "^''"»,7Ji' f-oVby'"""' HENRY SMITH, Wholesale and Retail Florist ot GRAND RAPIDS. GEO. A. HEINL, S^: All Orders Promptly Executed. Henry M. Robinson & Co. Wholesale Commission Florists. Llll r lowers greens and Florists* SuppUes. Dagger and Fancy Ferns $1.50 per lOOO Bronz^and Green Galax $1.00 per lOOfl; 8 51 per 10 000 Leucothoe Sprays $1 00 per 100: $7. 5n per 1000 Southern Wild Smilax, Branch Laurel, Laurel Festooning, Green and Sphagnum Moss, Boxwood Sprays, A large stock constantty on hand. Can fill orders at a moment's notice, Telephone or telegraph. BOSTON, MASS. FANCY. DAGGER. Telephones: 2617-2618 Main; Fort Hill 25290. 15 Province Street and 9 Chapman Place, FANCY FERNS, 38-40 Broadway, $1.75 per 1000 New Crop Oalax. Bronze or Green $1.25 per 1000; K.Nf. $7.80 Sphaiinuai Moss, large bales $1.25: 6 bales, $7 .0(. Extra fine Leucolhoa Sprays, Green and Bronze..'. $1.00 per 100: $7.50 per lOOO Boxwood per bunch. 35c: 50-pound case, $6.50 Florists in the Middle and Western States can save money by placing their orders with us, A trial order solicited. MICHIGAN CUT FLOWER EXCHANGE, Ine. V^holesale Commission Florists and Florists' Supplies, All phone connections. DETROIT, MICH HOLTON&HINKELCO. Wholesalers of Fresh Flowers 462 Milwaukee St., MILWAUKEE, WIS. VlioleMe HoYcrMM'tete St. Louis, Feb, 16. Roses, Beauty, long stems 30 00@40 00 medium stems. ...15 00@20 00 shortstems 6 00010 00 Bride, Bridesmaid 6 00@10 00 Chatenay 6 00010 00 Killarney 6 00010 00 My Maryland 4 00® 6 00 Richmond 6 O0@10 00 Carnations 1 00@ 1 50 fancy 2 00@ 3 00 Caltes 10 00 Easter Lilies 10 00 Hyacinths, Roman 1 50® 2 00 Jonquils ' 2 SO® 3 00 Narcissus 2 00a 2 50 Sweet Peas 50® 75 Adiantum 1 50 Asparagus Sprengeri 2 00® 3 00 cut sprays 1 00® 2 00 Ferns, fancy per 1000, 2 00 Smilax 12 50®15 00 Cincinnati. Feb. 16. Roses. Beauty 2 00® 6 00 Bride. Bridesmaid 3 00® 8 00 Golden Gate 3 00® 8 00 Killarney 4 00®10 00 Richmond 4 00®10 00 Carnations 2 00® 3 00 Callas 12 50 Hyacinths. Roman 3 00 Lllium Longiflorum 15 00 Lilyof the Valley 4 00 Narcissus. Paper White 3 00 Violets, single and double 1 00® 1 50 Adiantum 1 00® 1 50 •Asparagus Sprengeri. per bch. 25 Ferns, Eastern per 1000. 1 50 Oalax, Bronze per 1000, 1 25 Stnilax 12 50020 00 Milwaukee, Feb, 16. Ros«s, Beauty 1 50® 6 00 ■■ Bride, Bridesmaid 5 00@12 00 " Killarney 5 00@15 00 " Liberty, Chatenay 2 000 8 00 •' Ferle 4 00010 00 " Richmond 4 00® 10 00 Carnations 1 50® 4 00 Lilium Giganteum 15 00 Longiflorum 15 00 Lily ot the Valley 3 000 4 00 Narcissus. Paper White 3 00 Trumpet Major 3 00® 4 00 Sweet Peas 75® 1 00 Violets 75® 1 00 Adiantum 1 SO Asparagus per string, SO " Plumosus, per bunch, 35 Sprengeri, " " 35 FeroB, Fancy per 1000 2 00 C. A. KUEHN, Wholesale Florist, 1122 Pine St., ST. LOUIS, MO. A Complete Uae of Wire Designs. Mention the American Florist when writing WM. C. SMITH Wholesale Floral Co. WHOLESALE FLORISTS "t^L^' Phones, . ST. LOUIS, MO. Supplies aDd Everytbin^ in SeasoD always on hand Mentio7i ihe American Florist when writing H. G.BERNING, Wholesale Florist, 1402 Pine St.. ST.LOUIS.MO. Mention the American Florist when writing Perpetoated and Natural Sheet Southern Wild Smilax; E. A. BEAVEN, Evergreen, Ala. >$>. Seattle, ^^Z^ Wash. T L. W. McCOY igio. The American Florist. 183 DESIGNS OR CUT FLOWERS Will be delivered for the trade in other cities by tkc firms below, the Leading Retailers in the cities indk^ed, on Wire, Phone or Mall Orders. Alexander McConnell, 571 fifth Ave., Windsor Arcade, NEW YORK CITY. TELEGRAPH Orders forwarded to anj part of the United States, Canada and all principal cities in Europe. Orders transferred or entrusted by the trade to our selection for delivery on steamships or elsewhere receive special attention. felephone Calls: 487 and 488 38fh S<. Cable address: Alexconnell. Western Union Code. Cleveland, O. The Cleveland Cut Flower Co. Will fill your orders for designs and cut floikers in NORTHERN OHIO. Oayton, O. Matthews, FLORIST 16 W. 3rd Strbet. Flowers in any arrangement for all occasions, for Dayton and vicinity. Long dis. Phones St Paul, Minn. HOLM & OLSON, ST. PAUL THE LEADING FLORISTS OF THE NORTHWXaS Orders will be well cared for anywhere in MINNESOTA AND THK D AKOTAS. Los Angeles, Calif. J. W. WolfskiU, FLORIST. ''gcg" 2 18 W. 4th SL St. Paul, Minn. L. L. MAY & CO. Order your flowers for delivery In this section from the Leading florists of the Noittiwest San Francisco, Calif. J. B. BOLAND Successor to Sievers and Bolanc^ FLORIST eo KEARNEY ST REET. Atlanta, Ga. Atlanta Floral Co. ■* 1 Peachtree Street. Pittsburg, Pa. H. L. BLIND & BROS., Two Stores; Liberty Av. & 5th St. . 5424 Center At. Ureenbouses: West View. New York. Established 1874. DARDS N. E. Corner 44th St. and Madison Ave. Has his own correspondents in all the large cities of Europe and the British Colonies. Cable orders forwarded by- private code. Telegraph and Cable Ad- dress, DARDSFLOR. New York. Established 1849 David Clarke's Sons FLORAL DECORATORS 2139-2141 Broadway i552-Y55'3'coh,mi.us. Chojce Cut Flowefs WASfilNOM D. e. •DOB 8R0SXa» i^if Gude's Washington, D. C. Geo. C. Shaffer, :: :: FLORIST s :: Phone 2416 Main I4th S Eye Sts.. N. W Write, Telegraph or Telephone. Buffalo, N. Y. Flowers "'Quality W. J. Palmer 6 Son ';304 Main St. Albany, N. Y. E> ^K^ R B> ®, Flowers or Design Work. Delivered in Albany and Vicinity on Telegraphic Order. 11 NORTH PEARL STREET. Anderson, S. C. THE ANDERSON FLORAL CO. 533 MARSHALL AVI. Detroit, Mich. John Breitmeyer's Sons Corner Miami and Gratiot Avenoes. Artistic Designs. Higli Grade Cut Blooms. We cover aU Michigan points and good sections of Ohio, Indiana and Canada. Kansas City, Mo. Geo. M. Kellogg Flower and Plant Co., 906 GRAND AVE. KANSAS CITY and PLEASANT HILL, MO. Will fill all orders for Cut Flowers, Fnnerai Designs, Wedding and Birthday Gifts that ma> be entrusted to them, Terre Haute, Ind. John G. HeinI S Son, 1 29 South Seventh St. Telephone 247. We are in position to fill promptly «U mail, tele pbone, telegrrapb and cable orders witb beat Quality stock in season. Pittsburg, Pa. A. W. SMITH CO. KEENAN BLDG. Largest Floral Establishment in America D Established 1874. Incorporated 1909. Rochester, N: Y. J.B. KELLER SO NS, r~ FLORISTS. I 25 Clinton Avenue, N. Rochester Phone 606. Long Dis. Bell Phone 2188 IN HEART OF NEW YORK CITY Phone 2270 38tb St. 1294 Broadway Our Motto— THE GOLDEN RULE Evansville, Ind. THE Wm. Blackman Floral Co. 402 MAIN STREET Prompt attention given to all mail, telepbont and telegraph orders. Louisville, Ky. Established 1880. M. D. REIMERS 'ISuccessor to Chasf W. Reimers. 329 Fourth Avenue 184 The American Florist. Feb. i^, DESIGNS OR CUT FLOWERS Will be delivered for the trade in other cities by the firms below,the Leading Retailers in the cities indicated on Wire, Phone or Mail Orders, Chicago. Eatablished in 1857. 'mM. 739 Buckingham Place, L. D. Phone 558 Lake View. Send us your retail orders. Wl HAVE THE BEST FACmTIES IN THE CITT Chicago. BAUSWIRTH FLORIST Auditorium Annex. Mail, Telegraph or Telephone Orders Filled Promptly in Best Style. Qnciiuiati, O. JULIUS BAER, 138-140 E. Fonrtli St. Lon^ Distance TboDC. New Orleans CUT FLOWERS rot Tonrists and General Trade. Wire or mail. Highest Grade Stock Onlyi^ ;;5!»Li: VIRGIN, HTN^yj;: Savannah, Ga. JOHN WOLr, Wholesale and Retail FLORIST. Kalamazoo and Battle Creek, Mich. H. A. FISHER CO. Wholesale and Retail Florists. We Handle Everything in Season. Milwaukee, Wis. CCPoOworthCo. will take proper AVier'rknsin care of your orders 'n »» l»t-t«l&l«l« Buffalo, Niagara Falls, Lockporf. S. A. Anderson, 440 Main St., Buffalo, N. Y. Mail. Telephone aod Telegraph orders filled promptly wiih the choicest stock. Washington, D. C. I4th and H Streets. Also 1601 Eutaw Place, Baltimore, IVfd. Kansas City, Mo. WILLIAM L. ROCK, Flower Co., will carefuUy execute ordera for Kansas City and any town in Missouri, Kansas or Olclaiionia. New York. The Flower Shop 1 36 W. 42nd St. Phone 259 Bryant. Near Koiclterbocker Hotel. FiDeit Quality of Roses. Orchids, Gardenias, etc. Particular attention paid to Steamer and Hotel orders. Boston, Mass. Send flower orders for delivery in Boston and all New England Points To THOS. F. GALVIN, Inc., 124 TREMONT ST. THE J. M. GASSER COMPANY, (g[L[E^[|[L^[?3[D)p®a We Cover All Points in Ohio. St. Louis, Mo, Write, Wire or Phone Your Orders to 1406 Olive Street, Regular discount allowed on all orders.^ either Plants or Cut Flowers, rhones Bell, Main 2306. Kinloch. Central 4881 Kansas City, Mo. Samuel Murray 1017 Broaway ?l?!^e%"r; Both Phones 2670 Main. ft^rite. Telephone All orders given prompt or Teleeranh. attention. New York. We Guarantee Satisfaction. 413 Madison Ave. cor. 48th St.. Brooklyn, New York. "WILSON" 3 and 5 Greene Ave. and 339 to 347 Greene Ave. Greenhouses: Short Hills, N. J. Deliveries in MEW YORK, LONG ISLAND and NEW JERSEY. Mention the American Florist when writing New York. MYER, FLORIST, 609-611 Madison Ave. Phone 5287 Plaza. Indianapolis, !nd. BertermaonBros.Co. FLORISTS .241 Massachusetts Ave. Omalia, Neb. Dess&Swoboda, FLORISTS, Denver, Colo. fhc Park ....Floral Co. J. A. VALENTINE. President. I Denver, Colo. FLORAL DESIGNS AND FLOWERS Best Quality on Shortest Notice DANIELS & FISHER Order by mail, telephone, telegraph or cable. Cable address "Daniels. Denver" Toronto, Can. Canada's beet known and most reliable gorist Only the Best Dunlop's 96 Yontfe Street. We deliver anywhere id Canada and euaraotee safe arriral. Send Advfs. Early for Best Service. igio. The American Florist. 185 The Ideal Red Carnation O. p. BASSETT IT has been the Leading Red Carnation in this market, bringing the highest price of any and selling the best. It has paid us more money per square foot of bench than any other variety. The flowers are 3 J -2 inches in diameter, a deep brilliant red, and borne on long stiff stems. Winner of First Prize everywhere. Rooted cuttings, $50.O0 per 10OO; $6.00 per 100. Buy Direct Prom the Originators. Bassett & Wasiiburn, Office and Store, 76 Wabash Ave., Cllicago. Greenhouses, Binsdalejll. Lenox, Mass. One of the most interesting and in- structive meetings held by the Horti- cultural Society for some time was presided over by President G. Foulsham, February 5, and was largely attended. W. Maynard was elected an active member of the society. An exhibit which called forth special praise was a mag- nificent vase of 24 flowers of a new carnation named Wodenethe, exhibited by Frank E. Witney, Fishkill-on- Hudson, N. Y., and it was unanimously awarded a first-class certificate. This variety is pure white, the flowers being borne on long, stiff stems and measur- ing 3% -4 inches across. It has been exhibited before the New York Flor- itsts' Club and at the annual carna- tion convention this year, where it was awarded a certificate of merit, having scored 91 points. E. Jenkins gave an interesting lec- ture upon the growth and pruning of trees under the title of "Tree Sur- gery." He showed in a practical manner how trees are increased in value and live longer under judicious pruning. A. H. Wingett took up the discussion in a very interesting way; he showed how the market value of timber could be increased by thinning, etc. Most of the members asked ques- tions upon the subject, which Mr. Jenkins answered in a very able man- ner, and was accorded a hearty vote of thanks for his instructive lecture. No date has been decided on for the society's annual dinner as yet. The committee in charge is composed of E. Jenkins, A. H. Wingett, A. J. Love- less, A. J. Jenkins and A. McConna- chie. The annual ball, which is al- ways looked forward to with much interest, was held January 24 and was a decided success, both financially and otherwise. Q. H. I. Dreer 's Double Petunias - OUR DOUBLE PETUNIAS, for more than half a century have been the acknowledged standard. The strain this season is equal in high quality to its pre- decessors, and is well known to the trade. We offer 15 distinct varieties, in 2'4-inch pot plants, at 60c per dozen; $4.00 per 100; the set of 16 varieties for 75c. Seed of our SUPERB STRAIN OF FRINGED PETUNIAS. Double, Toe per 500 seeds; $1,50 per 1000 seeds. Single, 50c per trade pkt.; $1.00 per 1-16 oz.; $1.50 per Vs oz. The above prices are intended for the trade only. Our Quarterly Wholesale Price List, issued January 1st, offers a full line of Seasonable Plants, Seeds and Bulbs. HENRY A. DREER, Philadelphia, Pa. 186 The American Florist. Feb. 19. AmBrloan S«ed Trade Associatloa. J. C. Robinson. Waterloo. Neb.. Pres.: M. H.Duryea. New York. First Vice Pre«.; F. W. Boleiano.Washinc ton. D.C.Second Vice- Pres.; C, E Kendel. Cleveland O.. Secy andTreas.. Leonard H Vaughan. Chicago. Asst. Sec'y. Twenty eiglith annual conven- tion, at Atlantic City. N. J. June 21. ly 0. THE Haarlem Jubilee bulb show opens March 23. John lewis CHn,DS passed through Chicago February 16, on his usual winter vacation trip to California. LARIMORE, N. D. — S. F. Mercer and J. H. Magor have opened a seed store here, the firm name being tlie M. & M. Seed Co. A E14NSAS seedsman suggests a new ditty, bearing the saddening title, "When the Onion Sets are Sprouting on the Shelves." Muscatine, Ia. — J. E. Hoopes & Co. say that good help is very scarce and difficult to obtain in their section. Wages have again advanced. The Northern Wisconsin Seed Co., of Sturgeon Bay has been incorpor- ated with capital stock of $25,000. P. R. Cunningham, N. M. Birdsall, Jr., and B. J. Jellinek are incorporators. FOK onion sets advance contracts between Chicago jobbers and outside dealers, closing of such deals moves slowly; buyers have difficulty in awak- ening an appetite while the 1909 stocks are still on the racks. Tacoma, Wash., February 10. — Five travelers for eastern seed houses have been through this section of the north- west to date, also five representatives of Dutch houses, mostly in December, and two travelers representing local jobbing houses in bulbs, and two representatives of Japanese lily grow- ers. Chicago. — Contract prir^ on the board of trade February 16, for grass seed were noted as follows: Timothy, $4.05. White clover, from 20 cents to 25 cents. — Visitors: A. Colyn, Voor- hout, Holland; J. C. Hillebrand, Hille- gom, Holland; W. Bush Nelson, Lex- ington, Ky. ; Frank H. Henry, of Henry & Lee, New York; John Lewis Childs, Floral Park. N. Y. The state entomologists, chemists, and some manufacturing concerns, all of whom are interested in insecticides and fungicides, are pushing the prison penalty flea powder bill, H. R. 3658, Braslan Seed Growers Go. Lettuce, Onion, Sweet Peas, Growers for the Wholesale Trade Only. SAN JOSE, CALIF. in congress, and are advising that they propose having a hearing before the Interstate and Foreign Commerce committee of the house on March 8. This is the bill which originally con- tained drastic prison penalty clauses prepared by Solicitor McCabe, of the Department of Agriculture, and who has been so strongly criticized by Gif- ford Pinchot, president of the Con- servation League. While this bill car- ries punishment, penalties good and strong for errors made by insecticide manufacturers, we understand it does not carry any penalty for chemists or entomologists who make errors in their work in handling and carrying out their part of the law. It is sur- prising that one class of men whose work and pay is contingent on the operations of another class of men should be quite willing and even anxious to put the latter class under control and management of drastic prison penalty federal legislation, and hold themselves f although dependent on the workings of this industry for their own livelihood) scot free from any legal control. tucky blue grass contains Canada, it rye grass is found in orchard grass, if yellow trefoil is found in Alsike clover and dodder in alfalfa, provid- ing such seeds exceed five per cent by actual count, same constitutes a vio- lation of the law. The commissioner of agriculture is authorized to take samples of seed from dealers and publish the results of the said examinations from time to time with the names and addresses of dealers. As we read the law the seeds do not need to be marked with the names of the foreign injurious seeds present unless the quantity exceeds five per cent by actual count. As this is an amendment to the agricultural law, this amendment must be read in connection with the entire law itself to be clear and understandable. The Paris Floods. It may interest the numerous friends of Vilmorin-Andrieux & Co., to know that the great disaster which has over- taken Paris does not affect this firm to a great extent. Their warehouses THE FLOODS IN PARIS. To Amend New York Seed Law. In the New ' York State assembly has been introduced a bill No. 119, entitled "An Act to Amend the Ag- ricultural Law in Relation to Inspec- tion and Sale of Seeds." The same has been referred to the committee on agriculture. One of the sections of the law provides that if red clover seed contains yellow trefoil, if Ken- Peas ^^ Beans Alfred J. Brown Seed Co., Growers tor the Wholesale Trade. GRAND RAPIDS MICH. in the Rue de Reuilly are beyond the reach of the floods. The buildings containing the offices on the Quai de la Megisserie, near the Seine, had their cellars flooded bv five feet of water. But here the damage is so far confined only to the engines and boilers supply- ing the light and heat. Stoves, lamps, candles, etc., are installed in the var- ious offices and business is not inter- fered with. The greatest drawback is the impos- sibility to ship goods from Paris. Sev- eral of the great railroads are under or surrounded by water, a condition which greatly delays traffic. But un- der the circumstances it is hoped the American trade will be patient regard- ing the balance of the orders. Up to the present time ( February 1) the leading growing districts in south- ern and western France have not suf- fered. But it may not be the same around Paris, where many articles are grown. The extent of the damage, however, cannot be ascertained before end of March or early April. VlSITOE. Haarlem Jubilee Flower Show Dates. Permanent show in the open — March 23 to May 29. First special show — March 23-31. Second special show — April 15-24. Third special show — May 4-12. Fourth special show — May 20-22. /p/O. The American Florist. 187 ANOTHER SEED BILL. H. R. 20373. Introduced by Mr. Mann (by request), February 8, and referred to Committee on Interstate and Foreign Commerce. [This is also known as the Green Bill ^in the rough) and received the approval of three committees of seedsmen who met in Chicago, February 9. — Ed.] A BILL to prohibit the importation into the United States of adulterated seed and seed unfit for planting. PAGE 1. 1 Be it eiiacled !>i/ the Senate and House of Rcprescnla- 2 fives of the United States of Ameriea in Conpress assembled. 3 That tlie importation into the United States of seeds of al- 4 falfa, barley, Canadian blue grass, Kentuclty blue grass, n brome grass (awnless), buckwheat, alsilce clover, crimson i> clover, red clover, white clover, field corn, Kaffir corn, 7 meadow fescue, flax, millet, oats, orchard grass, rape, red 5 top, rye, sorghum, timothy, and wheat which are adulterated 9 or unfit for seeding purposes within the meaning of this Act 10 ig hereby prohibited, and the Secretary of Agriculture and 11 the Secretary of the Treasury shall jointly or severally make 12 such rules and regulations as will provide for the exclusion 13 of such seeds from the United States: Provided, That such 14 seeds may be delivered to the owner thereof under bond, to PAGE 2- 1 be recleaned subject to such regulations as the Secretary of 2 the Treasury may provide, and when recleaned to the stand- 10 11 12 13 14 15 10 17 IS 19 20 21 22 23 24 ard of purity specified in sectons two and three of this Act they may be released to the owner thereof, but the screen- ings removed from such seeds must be disposed of in a man- ner to be prescribed by the Secretary of Agriculture. Sec. 2. Seed shall be considered adulterated withi'n the meaning of this Act: First, when seed of red clover con- tains more than three per centum of seed of yellow trefoil or any other seed of similar appearance to and of lower market value than seed of red clover: second, when seed of alfalfa contains more than three per centum of seed of yellow trefoil, burr clover, or sweet clover, singly or combined: third, when any kind or variety of the seeds named in sec- tion one of this Act contains over five per centum of seed of another kind or variety of lower market value and of similar appearance, Src. 3. Seed shall be considered unfit for seeding pur- poses within the meaning of this Act: First, when any kind or variety of clover seed contains more than one seed of dodder to three thousand seeds of clover: second, when any kind or variety of the seeds named in section one of this Act contains more than three per centum by weight of seeds of noxious weeds. S. D. WOODRUFF & SONS, SEED GROWERS Dealers in Garden, Field and Flower Seeds, Specialties: Beet. Carrot. Corn, Peas, Beans, Onion Sets and Seed Potatoes. Catalogue free. Contracts taken. 82-84 Dey Street, Orange, Conn, NEW YORK. GET QUOTATIONS FROM LSNDRETH SEEDS which SUCCEED BI,o„,sdale gristol, PO. QUALITY SEED D ULR PLANT SEND rOK OATALOOIF. ARTHUR T. BODDINQTON :14« W»«( Mth St.. New York. Fine Aster Seed Catalogue Now Ready. VICK & HILL CO., Box 613, Rochester, N. Y. BSTABLISHXD IN 1824. Bridgeman's Seed Warehouse RICKARDS BROS., Prop*., 87 iMt 19tll St, Wa,., VnfL- k^ Bioadirar aad 4th At*.. McW lOrK Telepbone 4235 Gramercy, Mention the American Florist when writing MANN'S Lily of the Valley are the fineit in existence and their flowers brine the best prices on the London market For quotation please apply to OTTO MANN, Leipzig, Saiony, Germa Winlerson's Seed Store 45-47-49 WABASH AVE. '"MireTor"^ CBICAfiO Piantsmen, Nurserymen, Seedsmen and Florists' Supplies We can supply everything the Florist Uses Catalogue Free -FOR SEEDS OF ALL iUNDS APPLY TO W. W. JOHNSON & SON, Limited, Boston. England. STOCK SEED Fisk's Branching in all colors. Trade packet, 40c.. oz.$4,00. Pure White, tr. packet. 50c.. oz. $5,00. Also Beauty of Nice strains. H. E. FISKE SEED CO., Boston, Mass. S. M. IsbeU & Co., Jackson, Mich. CONTRACT SEE:D GROWERS, Bean, Cucumber, Tomato, Pea, Mnskmelon, Squash, Watermelon, Radish, Sweet Com. Correspondence solicited. CHOICE GERMAN FLOWER SEEDS Catalogue free on application. Stamp letters 5 cents; foreign post cards 2 cents. FREDERICK ROEMER, Seed Grower, Quedllnburg, Germany. ASPARAGUS Sprengeri, per 1000 SLuds 75c PETUNIA Large Howering. double filinged. trade pkt .. 1 00 Large flowering, single fringed, trade pkt .. 50 Largr flowering, single fringed, California Giants 50 SALVIA Zurich, oz 5 00 Triumph, oz 5 00 MOONFLOWER, White Seed 35 FRESH TOBACCO STEMS. Bale of 300 lbs., $1.73: ton, $9.00. W. C. BECKERT,' Seedsman, 103 Federal St., N.S., PITTSBURG, PA. Mention the American Florist when writing JOHN BODGER & SONS CO. Gardena, Calif. Wliolesale Growers of Sweet Peas, Tomatoes, Lima Beans, lettuce, A.sters, Cosmos and other Flower Seeds. Me7ition the American Florist when writing Waldo Rohnert GILROY, CAL. Wholesale Seed Grower specialties: Lettuce, Onion, Sweet Peas, Aster, Cosmos, Mignonette, Verbena, in variety. Correspondence solicited. It ii not only the number of inquiries, though that counts but Orders from reliable buyers. Advertise in The Florist 188 The American Florist. Feb. ig. Market Gardeners I n. JJ Greenhouse Vedelable Growers and Market Gardeners' Association. C.W.Waid. New Carlisle. Pa.. President; Franklin DeKleine. Grand Rapids. Mich.. Vice-President: S. W. Severance. 5(S Illi- nois Life Building. Louisville. Ky., Secre- tary; M. L. Ruetenik, Cleveland. O., Treas. MONTBEAL, Que. — Hains & Hopton are building a new clirysaiithemum house, also a mushroom house. R. L. Canning, of Earlscourt, Ont., is dead against the use of manure con- taining sawdust and wood fiber, which, he says, is not worth having as a gift. Although it is often cheap in a lumber country, it is very apt to breed fungus. Growers of Irondequoit, N. Y. The township of Irondequoit on the north side of the city of Rochester, N. T., the south line of which meets the north line of the city, is remark- able for its extensive truck and market gardening interests, conducted on the most intensive systems. The soil throughout the greater part of the township is of a very light, sandy na- ture, and, in spring and summer, in the process of crop alternations, winds will cause very disagreeable sand storms, but notwithstanding these con- ditions, enormous crops of fine garden vegetables are produced by high culti- vation and fertilization. The large crops of first-class celery raised on this light soil are equally surprising. On the east and west sides of Portland avenue, and on both sides of the Titus road, towards the west, a large num- ber of greenhouse establishments, many of them of large area are de- voted to the growing of vegetables. Perhaps no other township of the same area in the United States can show an equal amount of capital de- voted to this industry. James H. West & Son, at the cor- ner of Portland avenue and the Ridge road, have a large amount of glass devoted to vegetable growing, besides a considerable area on which they grow celery and other vegetables. The writer spent a few minutes the other day in hurriedly looking over the glass hoilses. There are six even-span houses each 30x180 feet and stand 20 feet apart, running north and south. They are of simple sashbar construc- tion, the ridge 13 feet above the ground line, and the walls or sides three feet high. The roof is supported by four iron purlins and correspond- ing iron pillars. The sash bars are 16 inches apart, the panes being 16x24 inches. The material was Supplied by the Lord & Burnham Co., and the houses were erected by the firm about five years since. The interiors are re- markably light and airy. The center bed is 10 feet wide, and the side beds eight feet wide, with two paths 15 inches. The system is heated by two large steam boilers. Three rotatory crops are produced in the houses during the year. At the time of our visit (the first week in February) the first house for the sea- son's cucumbers was being prepared for immediate planting, and the suc- cessional planting of cucumbers will be kept up until about April 1. They SEEDS FOB THE MARKET GARDENEft are our specialtr. Quality, our first consideration. We have a very laree and complete stock of all kinds of seeds and everythinBin the line of fruit trees, berry bushes, etc. Our new 112 paee catalogue contains true description and no overdrawn illustrations. Our prices are rieht, quality considered. Market Gardeners are requested to write for our Market Garden Wholesale Catalogue, sent free on request. BOX 3.S BEATRICE, NEB. GERMAN NURSERIES & SEED HOUSE Early Tomatoes Establi&hed 1886 In Concrete Plant Protec tors. .\ tried and proven success. Keep out frost and draw heat. Equal for forcing to the famous bell jars used in France. Field trials show four times the yield, ripening a month ahead of season and value increased 100 times. \o blight or insects. Useful for lettuce, ihubarb. melons, etc. Hold water for irrigation. Patent just issued on orotec- lion; and line wire opens or closes 100 instantly. Illustrated treatise tplls how to make themciuicklv at 2e each, how to make mold at 25c. Also lull information about this method. Each purchaser of book has privilege to make mold and protector. Mention this paper and send $1.00 for book. Monev back if not satisfied. J. H. HALEY, Seed Grower. Munith,Mich. Contracts to grow all kinds ol Vegetable Plants, transplanted or not. Also Gera- niums Colons. Cannas, Salvias. Verbenas. Pansies. etc.. for spring delivery. Al stock only. Correspondence solicited. AlOnZO Ji Bryan, Washington, New Jersey. Pape & Bergmann, Quedlinburg, Germany. Elite Seeds of Flowers and Vegetables. Specialties: Stock. Pansies. Cyclamen, etc.. Cactus Dahlias Bulbs. General Catalogue Free D. J. TAMMINGER, ONION SET GROWER, Sound Onion Sits for immediate or fall deli\ery. Get my prices. 10818 Michigan Ave., CHICAGO. are planted in six rows three feet apart lengthwise, a house requiring 360 plants. The variety used is Long Green, which has been improved by the firm. They always save their own seed by careful discrimination and selection. Chauncey West told the writer that in the spring of 1908 they produced and sold 12,000 dozen cu- cumbers. They are mostly shipped to the Rochester, Buffalo and Pittsburg markets. At the end of July, or about August 1 the houses are planted to tomatoes, which are turned out of 4-inch pots. The varieties used are Early Anna, Bonnie Best and Early Freedom. In reply to the question as to whether they were troubled with the white fly (Aleyrodes vaporariorum) which has proved to be such a bane to tomato culture in many parts of the country, Mr. West said they had been troubled with it somewhat, but they kept it un- der control with hydro-cyanic acid gas. The tomatoes are mostly shipped to New York, Buffalo and Rochester markets. When the tomatoes are removed in late fall the houses are filled with let- tuce and radishes, which are ready for shipment in mid-winter. Early Keene is the variety of lettuce used, and is a loose-leaf form, remarkably crip and juicy, One house at the time of our Onion Sets White Bnttom Yellow Bottom Red Bottom We are in position to quote advantag- eous prices for immediate or March first delivery. Write or wire for quotations. Winterson's Seed Store, 45-47-49 Wabash Ave., CHICAGO. VAN ZANTEN BROTHERS Royal Netherland Bulb Nurseries and Export Trade. HILLEGOM, HOLLAND. Wholesale growers of the leading sortsof Hyacinths, Tulips, Narcissus, Crocus, Spireas, Gladiolus, Peonies, etc., etc. Write our traveler. MR. G. HYLKEMA, care of Messrs. Maltus a Ware, 14 Stone St., New York, for Catalogue and Special prices of all HOLLAND BULBS AND PLANTS MUSHROOMS HOW TO GROW THEM BY WM. FALCONER. The Best American Book on the Subject. 170 Pages. 2B lUnstratlons. Price $1.00. AMERICAN FLORIST CO. 324 Dearborn St., cmCAGa VEGETABLE PLANTS. Cabbage, Wakefield and Successsion. $1.00 pe 1000: ©.50 per 10.000. Parsley, 2Sc per 100: $1 25 per 1000. Lettuce, Big Boston. Boston Market, Grand Rap ids, $1.00 per 1000. Cash with order, R.VINCENT, Jr. &SOHSGO.,^*'^"^^ Md. tflAULIFLOWER u A B B A G E LILY OF THE VALLEY PIPS HJALMAR HARTMANN & CO. Logangstraede 20, COPENHAGEN, DENMARK Watcn lor our Trade Mark stamped on every brick of Lambert's Pure Culture Mushroom Spawn Substitution of cheaper grades is thus easily exposed. Fresh sample l,^>v. brick, with illustrated book, mailed <.P3^ postpaid by manufacturers upon re- ^^ ceipt of 40 cents in postage. Address Tride Mark. American Spawn Co., St.Paul.Minn igio. The American Florist. 189 H. WREDE, LUNEBURG, GERMANY PANSY SEEX> J 176' First Prizes, the hiehest awards ; Chicago, Pans. London. Dusseldorl 1000 seeds, finest mixed... 25c loz. ..$2.25 (y Price list on application. Cash with order. CLEARING SALE Perennial Rye Grass {Lolium Perenne). crop 1909. The heaviest seed ever imported, weighing 26 lbs. per bushel. Samples CD request.: Ih.. tc; 100 lbs.. $5.50. f.o.b. New Orleans, THE AVENUE FLORAL CO.. 3442 St. Charles Ave.. NEW ORLEANS. LA, visit was just ready for cutting, and as they are planted six inches apart, a house contains from 17,000 to 18,000 plants. This house certainly looked the acme of cultural perfection. C'hauncey West said that most of the lettuce was shipped to the home mar- ket. A much larger area is devoted to lettuce than radishes. Scarlet Globe is the variety of radish used, and the round, uniform, bright red roots showed every appearance of perfect culture. Perfect cleanliness and good order is plainly evident over the whole I'Stablishment, and shows clearly the energy and push of this firm. John Dunbar. Notes on Hotbeds. So far this season has proved one of the most unfavorable for the start- ing of hotbeds in many years. Those who depend upon hotbeds for early plants should not overlook dates, as tliis winter weather may come to an abrupt end and then it will be hard to catch up with the work. We know of no better way than to haul plenty of manure as near to the spot as pos- sible and pile into one big flat pile and compact by driving a heavy team of iiorses over the pile twice a week, say for half an hour each time. This will compact the manure to a point where it will not burn, yet allow the heating to commence and when we get ready to push our hotbed work the material is at hand and in the best possible sliape. We always like to use pre- heated manure, as we get a more uni- form and also more lasting heat. Never plant a bed before the first rank heat is over — the rule is "wait for weeds to start then it is safe." Plant bed cloth is as effective a cover over sash as boards and much easier to handle. We make it a rule to cover whenever the sash freeze over and as long as no glass is frosted it is always safe to have covers off, sun or no sun. Marketman. Prices of Indoor Fruits and Vegetables. New York, February 12. — Mush- rooms, 35 cents to 45 cents per pound; cucumbers, $1 to $2.50 per dozen; let- tuce, $1 per dozen heads; tomatoes, 25 cents per pound: radishes, 3 cents per biincli; .Tsparagus, green. $6 per dozen bunches; white, $8 per dozen bunches; rhubarb, 75 cents per dozen bunches; grapes. Grog Colman, 65 cents to 75 cents per pound; peaches, $3.50 per dozen. Chicago, February 16. — Mushrooms, 25 cents to 75 cents per pound; cucum- bers, $1 to $1.25 per dozen; lettuce, 40 cents per box; tomatoes, 20 cents per pound; radishes, 50 cents per dozen; asparagus, 25 cents to 40 cents per bunch; grapes, Gros Colman, 75 cents per pound. HEADQUARTERS FOR- EASTER PLANTS PREPARE FOR EASTER From Whom Will We Purchase Our Easter Supplies? .\ii Immense Stock of Choice Easter Plants Now Ready for Immediate Sliipnient. Blooming Easter Week or Before if Desired. "From whom shall we purchase our Easte^ supply this season r" That seems to be the cry all over the country. "We have tried so many already. I Icnow what 1 am soing to do," some sensible man says. "1 shall eo back to Godlro Aschmann He is the best and most reliable man in the business, What he advertises he has and there is no blult ab ut it. 1 tell vou his usual stock ol Azaleas can't be beat, and the Lilies he has this spring are the finest I have ever seen. No wonder. He imports them direct from Japan. He has a friend in Japan who looks after his interests and sends him the cream of Japan's plants, lie has enough to supply a II, and I tell you no lie when 1 say that his other plants such as Hydrangeas, Cinerarias, Spireas, Ficus, Palms, Hyacinths, Tulips, Daffodils, Etc., ate of such excellent quality that they will make a man's mouth water, and they are so remarkably cheap that we often wonder how he can do it." AZALEA INDICA VVr are headquarters lor these plants lor the past twenty-five years We make a specialty of importing large quantities of this so well known favorite Easier novelty. Grown for us in Ghent. Belgium hy an .Xtalea specialist. Have nowlhree houses full of the chocest. Only well known American varieties are imported, Thcv are planted in the [all. as soon as they arrive from Belgium, into 6. 7 and 8 in. pots placed in greenhouses and kept cool during winter. The\- are now in e»cellent londilion.covf red with luiHs. just right for Easter. ^^ Please hear in mmd tacts ' mostly unknown to some Azalea growers) that fully 30 to 48 per cent of the newly imported ^^aleas in dormant state will lose their buds and foliage during the lonu t ansportation of the sea voyage and during winter up to Feb. 1 and have to be kept over for another year. ^^ We only ship good stoek and full of buds and tlowers. and therefore you can't expect .A /raleas at this time to be as big and as cheap as if vou would buy them in domiaDt state ii the fall. 1^' What is the namr of the best double pink Azalea? Mme. Van dor Cruyssen is the name. Originated by the well known Azalea specialist. Mr. Van der Cruyssen of Belgium. Millions are raised every year ard shipped into every part ol the globe from Belgium We have a big stock on hand of this well known variety Every plant is as round as an apple, covered with buds, just riiht for Easter. Have all sizes, 75c, $1.00, J1,2S. $1.50. $1.75 to $2 00 each. In large sizes we have the following varieties, full of buds: Bernard Andreas .Mba, pure white: Niobe. double white: Helena Tbielmann, pur. light pink, very fine: Souv. Mem rie de Van Houtte. very large flowers, double pink: Empress des Indies, large flowering, double pink' Dr, Moore, d-uble pink: .Mme, Van der Cruyssen, hestof allthepink; .Apollo, 'ed: PeSchryveriana, double, large, variegated. Price, $1.50. $2.00. $2.50 to *-3.00. In smaller sizes we have the following varieties. lull of buds: Mme. Van d.r Cruyssen pink; Deutsche Pe'le, pure double white; Vervceneana. double variegated, one of the old standard varie- ties: Apollo, red; Simon Mardner, double pfnk; De Schryveriana, large double variegated: Em- prrss des Indies, double variegated; Niobe. double white. Price. 50c. 60c. 7Sc, $1,00. $1,25 to $1,50. Professor WoltiTS. a well known vari.gated bright variety, at $1 f 0. $1.25 to $1..S0. When we are out of one color we send the next similar color; also if we are out of the size ordered, we send the next size, either above or below the price mentioned. Moonvlnes (Ipoma:a Multiflora), best white >foonvine. for which we have a world-wide reputa- tion now ready 2%-\n. pots. iSS'<\ per 100. Begonia New Improved Erfordi, 5-in.. $2.no per doz.; Begonia Flambeau, 3-in., $2.00 per doz. Spirea Gladstone. This variety, owing to the dry summer in ffolland last year, is very scarce tliis Easter but we were fortunate enough tn secure sufficient to fill our u' ual house, and the plants are now- in fine condition, full of buds, just rieht for Easter. 6-7 In. pots, 7.'^c to $1.00 each. Spirea Floribunda. Japonica and Superba. 6-in. pots, 'iSc. 35c to 5nc. Primula Obconica, 5 in. pots. $2,00 te $:.50 per doz. Double Daffodils, Von Sion, best yellow, 3 bulbs in a .-^ ti in pot. *2..50 per doz. pots. Hydrangea Otaksa, m Imd, 6-7 in. pots. 35c, 50c, 7.Sc to$I,00earh, onl THE BEST EVER. Better than ever are Ihe plants whose gleaming Blossoms and leavessliinebriijht in Aschmann 's store: Flowers the kind of which we are always dreaming. More nearly perfect than all grown before. Lilies with whiter sheen, Azaleas richly tinted. Ferns with their iacey fronds like bcidaf veils, 1 he .\raucaria branches Iruit with dollars minted For florists' use alter Eastir sales. EASTER LILIES Lilium MultUlonun, the genuine Japanese Easter Lily, directly imported tjy us. We have s friend in Japan who looks after our interests there. He picks out f >r us only the good, healthy ones, and marks iliem while they are growing, the lO-in. bulbs and theretore he ships us the cream rf the plants of Japan. We have Lilies this year to burn; ran supply, if nothing happens, every customer and others wlnw^nt Lilies. ^" y to 10 in. bulbs of Lilies were ditHcult to get from Japan last fall, but we were one of the fortunate ones to receive all the 9-10 in. Lilies (5.010) ordered last spring. Vn). from our grower in Japan, If you s»e them growing in our greenhouses, you must all admit they are "cracker-jacks"; wesell them cheap, too. Where other florists get 15c per bud we only charue you lOc per hud for plants in 6 fn. pots, having 5, 8, 10 and more buds to the plant. Plants under 5 b-^ds, 12c per imd. 6 in pots. Hyacinths, 4 bust colors. King of the Bluei. Grand Maitre (light blue) La Grandesse (best white), Gertrud.- (best pink) 4-in, pots, 12.00 per 100. Now outside in cold frames. 'Two to three weeks will force them into bloom. Asparagus Plomosus Nanus. Mn.,*"; OO per 100; 2H-in.?c: 4 in., inc. Asparagus Sprengeri,3-iD.. larpe plants 7c; 4-in.. inc. Cineraria Hyb. Grandiflora, H.F. Michell's new improved strain Our plants of this strain arc twice the size of thos'» of olher years, with perfect, large, green foliage, .-^omeol the plants are almost as large as a bushel basket, 6-in. pots, 2Sc, 3Sc, .50c .75c to $1.00 each. Areca Lutescens, 5-in. pots, three plants in a pot. 35c. Flcus Elastica-CRubbcr), o^ to 6 in. pots, 25c to .iHc. Whitminl Ferns, 7 in.. 75c to $1,00, Neph. Ameipohli, .slj. SH to 6in. pots. 30c, 40c and 5"c: 6 in., 60c to 75c, Kentia Forsteriana, 6-7 in. pots, 35-4050 in. fcigh. perfect l»av..s. $1,25 $1 50, $2.50 to $3.00; 4 in.. 20c. Kentia Belmoreana, 6-in.. large stock, $1.?5 to $1.5"; 4-in. 20c to 25c: 3-in,, 10c, Cocos Weddeliana, 3 in . I5c. Ferns for Dishes, $3.no ner 100, Have an Immense Stock of Easter Plants. Please state if in or out of pots. ^^ .Ml goods must travel at purchaser's risk y. Cash . i i ■ i ■ please. GODFREY ASCHMANN, 1012 W. Ontario St. Importer, Wholesale Grower and Shipper of Pot Plants. , Philadelphia, Pa. 190 The American Florist. Feb. ig, %s Aaierlcan Association of Nurserymen. F.H. Stannard, Ottawa. Kans.. President: W. P. Stark. Louisiana. Mo.. Vice-President: John Hall. Rochester. N. Y.. Sec'y. Tblrty-fiith annual convention to be held at Denver. Colo.. June 8-10. 1910. The death of Edward O. Schwagerl of Seattle, Wash., one of the most ex- perienced and best known landscape gardeners in the northwest, is chron- icled in our obituary column, THE La Porte Orchard Co., of Houston, Tex., has received its char- ter of incorporation. The capital stock is $10,000 and the hicorporators are Daniel and J. H. Powell and W. A. Pitrat, of Kansas City, Mo. Aesculus Parviflora. The horse chestnuts are a beautiful class of tree and this dwarf species has many admirers, especially in the middle west, where the common horse chestnut will not thrive on account of the heat in summer. A. parviflora, although it may not relish this treat- ment exactly, can stand it better than some other kinds and do fairly well under the circumstances. It is a showy, good dwarf tree well worth planting in groups for effect on lawns or shrubberies. American Peony Society. Matters relating to the premium list for the next exhibition are under con- sideration. The Massachusetts Horti- cultural Society will offer additional premiums, including some medals and prospects are bright for a splendid ex- hibition. Both amateurs and peony specialists around Boston are enthusi- astic about it and will do their best to keep up the reputation of their city. The nomenclature committee, under Mr. Batchelor, did a large amount of work last year, the results of which are now being prepared for publica- t'O"- A. H. Fewkes, Sec'y. California Eucalyptus Seeds. A committee was appointed by the Los Angeles Florists' and Nursery- men's Society to report upon the al- leged misstatements respecting the quality of California eucalyptus seed and eucalyptus planting along the Owens River viaduct, at its meeting at 251 South Main street, September 30. One of the statements was that the native eucalyptus seeds were in- ferior to those imported from Austra- lia in germinating power and purity, the opposite having been proven by years of experience. The public press and misinformed persons had recom- mended species for timber culture that had been tried and found quite unsuitable to the climate and soil con- ditions of California. These and other statements are so misleading and like- ly to lead to so much disappointment and loss that a manifesto from such a committee was deemed desirable and the societj' also asks the co-operation of all public bodies in the dissemina- tion of authentic and reliable infor- mation on the subject. The chief offender appears to have been one R. S. Webb, a native of Australia who first appeared at Los Angeles about two years ago and soon came to the conclusion that the Cali- fornian growers were not using the best kinds and that the Jarrah (Euca- lyptus marginata) was the best of all. It was in vain to tell him that this had been tried for more than 20 years and found wanting. He was shown a publication in which his own government experts stated that the Jarrah delighted in an ironstone for- mation and will not grow on a granite formation, while the soil composition Brazilian Railway Nurseries and Forests In order to reduce the cost of the ties and to insure a proper supply, the principal Brazilian railways are being compelled to give their attention to the planting of forests for supplying ties, in a manner even more advanced than that followed by a number of the great railways of the United States which are nearly face to face with similar conditions. An outline of the situation and of the means taken to avoid further trouble and to reduce expenses on this score appears in the AESCULUS PARVIFLORA. in California was largely of a granite base with no-trace of ironstone. Again, contrary to his statements, the local grown seeds are twice as potent as like seed from Australia. Yet it seems that this gentleman has been sent to Australia to make a special study of the eucalyptus in regard to the best varieties to be grown, not in Australia but on land belonging to the Los Angeles aqueduct, the Angeles forest reserve and the Standard Eucalyptus Co, He is supposed to bring back many hundred pounds of seed. The committee in a lengthy report dis- prove practically all this man's state- ments, showing that many of the kinds he advises for "lands of snow and ice" do not attain to the dignity of trees at all and are "mere shrubs of less value than our native mountain brush." It also says that he has no commission from Chief Forester Pinchot or the forest service beyond the fact that Chief Engineer Mulholland said "he might bring back a few pounds of seed for experimental purposes." The committee's report winds up as fol- lows: "Unreliable statements con- cerning eucalyptus, their culture and financial possibilities are quite current at the present time througliout Cali- fornia and the public should be cau- tioned against giving credence to im- probable stories concerning one of our growing industries which, if properly managed, will prove a great boon to California." It is signed by the mem- bers of the committee, Ernest Braun- ton, Chas. Winsel, O. M. Morris, Jacnh Dieterich and Theodore Payne. annual report of the Paulista railway company, which operates the largest railway system in southern Brazil, of which the following is a synopsis: "The cost of wood fuel and sleepers on the Paulista line, with a track mile- age of 691 miles, is about $390,000 per annum, the fuel being used on the short branch lines. As this is one of the largest items of expense, it was For Immediate Delivery Dormant, field grown, own roots Sweetheart, Tausendschon, T. Blum- schen, Barbier, 20c eacll. La Fiamma, Trier, Dorothy Perkins, Lady Gay, Debutante, Hiawatha, 12c each. Clematis Paniculata Field Grown 1-year 6 cents. 2-year 10 cents Dutch Hyacinths. Named varieties, single and double, 46 kinds. First size bulbs, $6.00 per 100; extra large exhibition size, $10,00 per 100. Chinese Sacred Lilies $3.00 per 100; $25.00 per 1000. Hydrangea Paniculata Grandinora 18 to 24 ins 6c. 2 to 3 feet 9c Viburnum Plicatum. 2 to 3 feet 12c. 8 to 3y2 feet. ..15c Write for our special prices on-Hardy Shrubs. THE DINGEE & CONARD CO., West Grove, Penna. igio. The American Florist, 191 JOHN T. WITHERS, Inc. Landscape Architect and Forester 1 Montgomery St. , JERSEY CITY, N. J. Tree Renovation by Expert Operators. Stere- opticoD lectures on Horticulture and Arboriculture. NAARDEN. (Holland) Jacs Smifs & Co., Azaleas, (hardy), Berried Plants, Bleeding Hearts, Blue Spruces, Boxwood, Clematis, Climb- ing Plants, Conifers, Evergreens, Funkias in sorts, Hydrangea P. G., Japan Maples, Peonies, Pot-grown Plants. (Lilacs a specialty), Rhodo- denrons, Roses, Spireas, Valleys. Price List Free on Demand. The Very Best GRAPE CUTTINGS ^''-^^^^rod.^'^" PURE STOCK. 1,000,000 XXX Cuttings. CHARLES C. NASH, Kalamazoo. Mich. CIVn. ENGINEER and Landscape Architect . Pbone Barclay 6084—220 Broadway, New York Designs, Estimates, Construction of Grounds. Eugene Pitou, Jr. determined to experiment with affor- estation. A nursery of 250 acres was established at Jundiahy in 1904 and planted with 40,000 trees, of which 30,- 000 are eucalyptus and the rest various other liinds, botli indigenous and im- ported. Two otlier tracts, of 65 acres eacli. were also planted with eucalyp- tus, the total number being 20,000. The company now has 60,000 trees of vari- ous kinds, and the expenditures in five years, including tlie purchase price of the ground, liave been $45,095. The eucalyptus was found to be best adapted for the jnaterial, not only be- cause of its weiglit, compactness, and holding power, but also by reason of its extraordinary vigor and rapid growth. Some trees in the nursery, planted five years ago in poor soil, are now 58 feet tall, with diameters of 15% inches each at tlie base. "The company has determined to carry out its scheme on a large scale and has acquired 3,750 more acres of fine land near the city of Rio Claro. On this and other available lands it is planned to plant 1,000,000 eucalyp- tus trees. At present improvements on the land last purchased will pro- duce sufficient revenue to pay back the capital expended in buying it. it is estimated that the total cost of this experiment in forestry, which will be completed in 15 years, will be $150,- 000, or 15 cents per tree, while the returns on each tree when cut up will be 20 times its original cost. It is also estimated that the 1,000,000 trees will prove an ample and continuous resource for fuel and sleepers for all the company's lines, thereby saying the company approximately $300,000 a year. Tlie growing of trees for rail- road work in Brazil is to be taken up generally by railways serving the dry zones and those portions of the coun- try where tlie cost of getting out na- tive forest trees is excessive." European Horticulture. TEEES AND SHRUBS. Clc/matis Arniandii is an April blooming clematis, hardy with deep green trifoliate leaves which show off the dense clusters of pure white blooms. These are nearly two inches in diameter and so hardy that a sliarjj frost does not spoil their beauty. Philadelphus Mer de Glace (Glacier) is one of the most recent novelties of Victor Lemoine. The leaves are larger than P. Lemoinci and are the largest of philadelphus flowers. A symmetrical busli, very free flowering; flowers silvery white, double, the ex- terior petals very broad, the interior fines narrower. BOSmNK & ATKINS Nurserymen and Florists, RUTHERFORD, N. J. Choice Evergreens and Conifers, Shade and Ornamental Trees, Herbaceous Plants. Large collection of DECORATIVE PLANTS, such as Palms, Ferns, Bay Trees, Etc. ASK FOR WHOLESALE CATALOG Beautiful ! Novel I Valuable \ rhe Newest Lilacs Double and Single Extraordinary Offering The imiirovemeiit in the Lilac, especially in the double sorts, is murvelous, and all lovers of this flower will be de- lighted with these novelties. In size, fnrin and color they far surpass tlie old favorites and we conlideutiy recomuiond them to our patnnis. Nothijiir that has been introduced reeeTitlv i.s hkelv to prove .^o poiniJar a.s the new iJlucs, A l.eautilul i ilii.t. also our 1 llusir;iti'd f ii'iieral ('ataloE;ne. whjfh mains ai'curatf> and trustworthy descriptions of tiie best FRUIT AND ORNAMENTAL TREES, SHRUBS, ROSES and HARDY PLANTS EIlwanger& Barry, Mount Hope Norseries. Rochester, N.Y. ra FLOWER OF FAIRFIELD" The "Everbloomine Crimson Rambler.'' The Best Climbmg Rose in the market, Howenne during the " whole su)iimcr in large ciuscers 01 imebl irimson color. Pri.elor hrst rate plants with 3 too shoots, open ground grrowii. $11, 00 p.r luO SIOJ.UO per lOUO. Extra strong plants, from 5 and more I'ranches. at $15.00 per 100. Package frae, cash with order only. C«vk..| j-^ I ^ ■ ■ ^ Rooted Cuttings V>vldJ«9 or 2-iu. stock. Carnations, Chrysanttiemums, Roses, Etc. If interested, writr for our list of any ol the above stoi:k. GEO. A. KUHL, Pekin, 111. RIBBER PLANTS 5 and d incli pot?. IS to 24 inclies Iiiub. .?3.0l) per doz.n. Strong Boston Ferns 4-incli pots. $1.50 pi^r dozen. W. W. COLES, Kokomo, Ind. 300 for $5.00 Ivy Geranlnms, Cinerarias, Asp. Sprengeri, Primula cbconlca, Alyssum, out oi 2^ ia. pots, $2,00 per 1(Xj, 3u0 for J5.U0. Paniies, Forget-me-nots and Daisies (Bellis) fine plants. J2.0J per lUOO. J. C. SCHMIDT, Bristol. Pa. ROOTED ROSE CUTTINGS. Per 100 Per lOOII .\ni. Beauty $4.00 $35.00 Pink Killarney 2.60 20.00 Richmond 1.60 12.00 Brides 1.60 22,00 Satisfaction Guaranteed. Geo. Reinberg, 5 1 wabasn Ave.. Chicago. WANTED Ten Thousand strong rooted cuttings of ENGLISH IVY. Si-iid samples with prices. Hinode Florist Co., Whitestone,N.Y. Some New Root Crops for the South. Tlie Department ot Agriculture at Washington is continually discovering and testing new erojis. When these give promise of becoming valuable additions to the crop resources of this country, they are recommended for trial. The department has just issued a bulletin dealing with the "Yantias, Tares, and Dasheens as Promising Root Crops for the South." These are tropical plants which can easily be grown in many parts of the south. They ought to prove valuable in many sections because they can be grown on lands too wet for other root crops or any cereal crop except rice. These plants comprise salad plants, tubers which are excellent for table use and also for stock feed, roots which are valuable sources of starch and from which alcohol c.'sn be made. Frey's New Single and Anemone Chrysanthemums The sensation at the National ['"lower Show, I'Os. Wui (.f the ?50.00 Silver Cup. two first and one second prize: CV-Ttihcaie of Merit of the Chrysanthemum Society of America and Minnesota State Florists' Assiciation. two First Prizes at Milwaukee. 190''. These arc all exceptionally fine for commercial purposes lithur for cut or pot. it being my aim to send out nnly such varieties as have stood a severe test in this market. The constant (jam in favor of these two types lias been so rapid and their value for all sorts of decorative purposes so c^reat that every grower will want to invest in them. It has been stated by auiiiorities that these varieties are a trreat improvement over those now in commerce. 19 ID Novelties. Mrs. Theodore Wirlh A most beautiful soft p nk Anemone with light yellow center, preceeding Mrs John Pesther a moneymaker. Alpine (ilnW Anemone, large white flower Uiun ^^rith a glow of pink. Vcrv Single, medium sized Hower like a golden Marguerite. beautiful. Christina Scull Very profuse. 1909 Anemones. lida Thomas.Uelicate en am, latr, Gertrude Wilson, Deep yrllow: very fijic. Mrs. Edw. F. Swift, Delicate pale lavi-nder, one of the first to bloom. Beatrice Asmus, Pure white, one ol the best. Mrs. Augusta Knab, I reaniy wliite, with yel low cenicr. Miss Ida Kroeschell, Liglit yellow with quilled petals. Grace Clementina Burki ^ll^.i^^ll^^^t very substantial, fellows Lady Lu. Mr? Inhn Pptthpr single of medium size, mib. JUIIII rBMIiei Enchantress pink, long slender, wiry stems: comes for ThanlcseiviiiBT, Extra fine. 25c each; $2,00 per 10; $15.00 per 100. rooted cuttings or "iVi-va.. pots. Introductions. Singles. Miss Dorothy Denee , silvery pink. Bishop Henninghaus, Brown red. quilled part bro!i/e: very odd. lady lu. Beautiful white Shasta Daisy effect, pxt'a. Minnesota, \"erv striking Blood red. Mrs. T. Kdiv. Wilder, Beautiful Enchantress pink ; extra nne. John Gossweiler, Bronze, resembliuK Gail- lardia aristata. lOc each; 80c per 10; $6.00 per 100, rooted cuttings or 2H-in. pots. Delivery will commence second week in March. All orders will he filled strictly in rotation. ALOIS FREY, CROWN POINT, IND. Carnations ^?rcs Per 100 Per 1000 Mrs. C.W.Ward $12 00 $100 QO Alma Ward 15 00 125 00 Mrs. J. C. vaughan. Bay State, Georgia an d O. P. Bassett 6 00 50 00 White Enchantress, Beacon, Robert Craig, Afterglow, Rose Pink Enchantress and Harlowarden 3 50 30 00 New Crop Early Flowering Single Chrysanthemum Seed and Gold Medal Pentstemons at 25c and $1,00 per package. CHARLES H. TOTTY, Madison, N. J. r the foreign and domestic trade, 2S-page illustrated catalogue of Cacti free. Mexican Resurrection Plants. We are strictly headquarters lor this pl.THt and ship all over the world, ormant plants, guaranteed to "resur- lO.tiOio.oOOal *S.50: 10.000 at ss 00. THE FRANCIS E. LESTER COMPANY, Depi. LSJ, Messlla Park, N. M. R^o't^d Carnation Cuttings Per 100 Per 1000 Enchantress $2 00 $18 00 Sarah Hill, white 4 CO 35 00 Lawson Enchantress, pink 2 50 20 00 Lawson.pink 2 00 15 00 W, H. Talt. red 4 50 40 00 Beacon, red 3 00 25 00 Victory, red 2 50 20 00 Lawson. varierated 2 50 20 00 Cash with order or C. O. D. SCHEIDEN & SCHOOS, 517 Asbury Ave,. Evanston. III. igio. The American Florist. 193 LILIES We offer you lilies for immediate shipment with buds in shape so they will be open for Easter at 12Hc per bud Azaleas, at 7Sci $1.00, $1.25 and $1.50 each. Hyacinths, 4-in. pots at $10.00: 5-in. $15.00 per lou. PaDerWMtes. Narcissus, Von Sion and Min- atutL- Hyacinths, 5-in, $.'0,00; 6-in, .«5,00 per 100. Obconica and Chinese Primroses, 3 in. $7.50; 4-in. $10 00. Cyclamen, in 3-, 4-. 5- and 6-inch. Baby Rambler*, 3-in. $12.50: 4-in. $25.00; 5-in. 40 to 5' c; 6-iD.50to75c White Ramblers, Hermosa and Souperts the same. Splreas, 25c. 35c. 50c and 75c each. , Hydrangeas. 4 in. 25c; 5 in 40 to SOc; 6 in. 50 to 75c: 8- y- and 10 in large specimen plants with 10 to 20 heads at $2.00, $2,50 $3,00 $3.50 each. Besides these we will have a nice stock of mis- cellaneous plants that will be in bloom for Easter. Write GEO. A. KUHL, Pekin, III. Verbenas for Everybody. Of the finest vari- eties that ever grew, 70c per 100; $6.00 per 1000. Mums, the good kind. $1.25 per lOO: $10.00 per 1000. Daisies, white and yellow, $1.00 per 100: $8.00 per lOOO. Our bie double Giant Alyssnm,80cperl00 $7,110 per 1000. revenew,$1.25 per 100: $10.00 per 1000. We prepay express chargeson all rooted cuttings and guar- antee satisfaction. C. HUMFELD, The Rooted Cutiing Specialist, CLAY CENTER. KANS. Vincent Specials... Double Lobelia, Kathleen Mallard; Alyssum, Giant and Divarf Double: Lemon Verbenas; Fuchsias, 6 varieties: Salvia Bonfire; Petunias, double mixed; Coleus, Golden Bedder and Ver- schaffeltii; Parlor Ivy, 2-in. pots $2.00 per 100; 3-in. pots. $3.00 per 100. Hardy Chrysanthe- mums: We have the largest collection in the country. $2.00 per 100. from 2-in. pots not less than 5 of a kind. R. Vincent, Jr., & Sons Co. WHITE MARSH, MD. WANTED Orders for Iiigh grade stock of Cannas, Dahlias, Ferns. Ficus, Asparagus and Hydrangea Hortensis. See liaBsiiied department for prices. Wagner Par1( Conservatories, Sidney, 0. Danvebs, Mass. — Porter Bros., of Davensport, have added three new greenhouses to supply the increasing demand for their products. Their spe- cialty is cucumbers. "WAiiiNGFOED, Vt. — According to a local paper, H. B. Barden has invent- ed a new turf edger, a valuable tool for the landscape gardener, which will be manufactured by the Wallingford Manufacturing Co. It will take the place of the long handled knife and shears. NEW Carnations The two prize-winning introductions of the Cottage Gardens. MRS. C. W. WARD MRS. C. W. WARD is a perfectly formed flower with full center; color deep pink, several shades lighter than Lawson, deeper than Winsor; having strong, erect stems, 24 to 36 inches in leagtb. .\ vigorous, healthy grower, and has never shown disease of any kind. AWARDS Society of American Florists. Silver Medal, Boston. 1906; The Craig Cup tor Best Seedling, Philadelphia. 1906; The Lawson Bronze Medal, Washington, 1908- The Horticultural Society of N. Y., Silver Medal Sweepstake prize for best 100 blooms. New York. 1909; The Horticultural Society of N. Y.. Diploma for best new variety. New York. 1909. PRICE: Rooted Cuttings, $2.00 per 12. $12.00 per 100. $100,001 per 1000. 25 at the 100 rate; 250 at the lOOO rate. Delivery February 20th. ALMA WARD This beautiful Carnation is pure white except during dark weather when it shows delicate splashings of pink similar to the Cattleya Orchid, increasing its popularity. ALMA WARD is the largest and most fragrant Carnation ever grown, producing perfect flowers. 3H to 4H inches in diameter, on strong, erect stems. 36 to 42 inches in length, AWARDS The Lawson Silver Medal, Toronto. 1907 (no Gold Medal having been awarded): The Lawson Gold Medal. Washington, 1908; The Society of American Florists' Silver Medal , Washington, 19C8. PRICE: Rooted Cuttin Js, .$3.0D psr 12. $5.00 per 25, $9.00 per 50. $15.00 per lOO. $35.00 per 250 $65.00 per 500. $120.00 per 1000. Delivery March 1st. These varieties bring from $2.00 to $4.00 per 100 more than any other carnation sold in the New York market. Cottage Gardens Co., Inc. QUEENS, LONG ISLAND, N. Y. White Killarney, My Maryland, Pink Killarney Rooted cuttings and 2H-in. plants. Booking orders now for future deliveries. The Right Place— The Right Goods— The Right Prices— Come and See Them Grow. R. C. 2H-i»ch R. C. 2Vi-\n(Sa. ...... .,... 1™ '<"'<' ICO 1000 100 1000 100 looe White Klllamey....$6 50 $60 00 $8 50 $75 00 Richmond $3 50 $30 00 $ 5 SO $50 00 „,'.„,„" Grafted, 14 00 125 00 Maids 3 00 25 00 5 00 45 00 Pinit Killarney 4 00 35 00 6 00 55 00 Brides 3 0« 25 00 5 00 45 00 Grafted. 12 00 110 00 .American Beauties.. 4 00 35 00 7 00 65 00 My Maryland 4 00 35 OO 6 00 55 00 „ ., j„ , Grafted, 12 00 110 00 Maids and Brides grown to order only, 31i-in. sizes will be offered, when ready, at 40% increase over 2^^-in, You cannot attord to buy poor stock at 5056 less. P0EHLM4NN BROS. CO., Morton Grove. III. We are now shipping fine strong cuttings of Shasta as fast as they are ready to come out of the cutting bench. We have enough orders booked to take all that will be ready up to Feb. 15. If you want late February delivery you should get your order in at OBce. Come and see it growing; once you see it, you will want to grow it. $12.00 per 100; $100.00 per 1000. ■ Send all orders to PAUR & SMITH, Indianapolis, Ind. Send Advertisements Early for Best Display. 194 The American Florist. Feb. ^9> DBLE. PETUNIA 2-iD.$2 00 per 100 Smllaz,2-iii..$1.25 per 100. Abntilons^ 3 kinds. 2inch. 2V2C. Cophea. 2-in.. IHc Polnsettias, stock plants, 5c. Geraniums, Double Grant. Cartel- laine, Nutt, Buchner Gen Grant 2-in.. 2c, COleus 10 kinds, AgeratDItl, 3 kinds. Sl,50 per 100. PRIMULA 4in.. bud and Primula Obconlca, 2-in., 2c; bloom. 8c. Rooted Cuttings, prepaid per lOO. Heliotrope, $1.00; Fuchsia, 8 kinds, $1.00; Paris Daisy, yellow, white, $1,00; Cuphea, 7.'5c, Vines Varlegata, 90c ; Coleus, 10 kinds 60c; Altemanthera,.? kinds. 50c; Ageratmn. 3 kinds 60c; Swalnsona alba. $1,00: Dbl. Petunias, 10 kinds. $1.00. Flowering Bego- nias, s kinds, $1.25. Cash with order. BYER BROS., Ghambersburg, Pa. r 4 ChrysaDthemoins. All orders booked now for Early Delivery. Write for Catalogue. ELMER D. SMITH & CO. ADRIAN, MICH. We have changed our domicile from Secau- cu8,N. J,, to Mamaroneck, N, Y. We are largest collectors and importers of Orchids and arenow booking orders for all the com mercial Cattleyas for delivery next spring GARRILLO & BALDWIN, Mamaroneck, N. Y. BAY TREES. standards. Pyramids and Columns. ORCHIDS DniKCT FROM TBS WOODS Cattleya Trianae. C Glgas and other commercial varieties, JllUyS ROEHRS CO., Rytherford, N. J. Orchids ^ Arrived In line condition: Cattleya War nerii, C. Harrisoniae, C. Gaskelliana and C. Gigas (Hardyana type); also Dendrobium Phalxnopsis Schroederianum and Odonto- glossum luteo-purpureum, Laiier Sc Hurrell, Summit, N. J. Albany, N. Y. The March meeting of the Florists' Club will be held in its rooms, 71 State street, on the evening- of March 3. The entertainment committee has been in- structed to prepare for a lunch and ■ smoker and the outlook is for a good time for all present. The arrange- ments were discussed at the February meeting of the club, at which only a comparatively small number were present on account of the very incle- ment weather. Among the visitors present was R. J. Irwin, of the Ski- delsky & Irwin Co., Philadelphia. Mr. Irwin has recently been made a mem- ber of the club. Unusual interest was added to tlie meeting by a warm dis- cussion that arose on the subject of accusations made outside by some flor- ists against others. The matter was threshed out at Teat length with here ajiA there a little wisdom injected by President Goldring. The result was that many things before obscure were MMMnnnMMMnnnMMMnnnMMJunrinMMM M n n n M M M n n n H M M n n n M H M n n M M M n n M M S n Bl SI Q S F. O. B. New York or Chicago. For Immediate Delivery. We are the largest handlers of Cantias in the world. Cannas will bear comparison with any house in the Stock unequalled. Our prices upon Canna business. BED-PXOWERING CANNAS. 100 1000 I/ouisiana, 7 ft 51.75 $15.00 Alice Roosevelt, 4 ft 3.00 25,00 A. Bonvier, 5 ft 1.50 14.00 Beaute PoiteTine, 3% ft. . 2.00 17.50 Black Prince, 3 to 4 ft. , . 2.25 20.00 Chas. Henderson, 4 ft,.,. 1.75 15,00 Ciimson Berrer, 3 ft 2.00 17.50 D. of Marlborongh, 4% ft. 1.75 15.00 J. D. Eisele, 5 ft 1.75 15.00 Exp. Crampbell, 6% ft... l.BO 14,00 Express, 2 to 2^4 ft 2.25 2000 Pres. McKinley, 2 % to 3 ft. 1.50 14.00 Tarrytown, 3^4 ft 1.75 15.00 BED, GOLD-EDGED AND SPOTTED SHADES. Gladiator, 4 ft 2.75 25.00 Cinimbar, 4% ft '. . . 1.75 15.00 Indiana, 3 to 4 ft 1.75 15.00 Queen Charlotte, ZV, ft,,, 2,25 20,00 Mad. Crozy, 51^ ft 2,25 20,00 Premier, 2y. ft 2,00 17,60 S. de A. Crozy, 4 to 6 ft,. 2.75 25.00 PINK SHADES. I.. Patry, 4% ft 1.75 15.00 Lonise. 5 ft 2.00 17.60 MUe. Berat, 4% ft 1.75 15.00 Tennyson, 5% ft 2.75 25.00 YELLOW SHADES. 100 Buttercup, 3 % ft C. de Bouchard, 4 % f t . . , Florence Vaoghan, 5 f t , . . , L. E. Bailey, 4 % ft Richard Wallace. 4 % ft , , WHITE AND CREAM Alsace, 314 ft $1.75 2.00 2.50 2,75 2,75 1000 $15,00 17,50 20.00 25.00 25,00 SHADES. 1.75 15,00 BRONZE-LEAVED FLOWERING CANNAS. Brandywine, 4 to 5 ft.,.. 2,00 17,50 Black Beauty, 5 ft 2.75 25.00 David Hanim, 314 ft 2.75 25.00 Egandale, 4 ft 1.60 14,00 King Humbert, 4 ft 3.25 30.00 Leonard Vaughan, i% ft.. 1.76 15.00 MusafoUa, 5 ft 2.75 25.00 Pillar of Fire, 6-7 ft 2.25 20.00 Robusta, 6-8 ft 1.75 17.60 Shenandoah, 6 ft 1.75 15.00 ORCHID-FLOWERING CANNAS. AllemannJa, 4 to 5 ft 1,75 16,00 Austria, 6 ft 1.25 12.00 Italia, 4^4 ft 1.75 15.08 Kronus, 6 ft 1.75 15.00 Mrs. Kate Gray, 6 ft 1.75 15.00 Pennsylvania, 5 ft 1.75 15.00 Wyoming, 7 ft 2.75 25.00 Our Cannas are packed 250 in a box; two can be "cleated" together and shipped as one. One box of 250 sold at thousand rate; it is cheaper for you to buy a box than 200 at 100 rate. H M n n n M H M n n n M M M n n n M H M n n M M M n n M g 45-47-49 Wabash Ave., Chicago, 111. g M M g Arthur T. Boddington, g g SEEDSMAN, g S 342 West 14th Street. NEW YORK. S MMMnnr^MMMnnnMMMnnnMMMnnnMMM Write for 19 lO Catalogue Ji j^ J> Commercial varieties in any quantity. Guaranteed direct from collector. Advance orders insure good plants and prompt delivery. G. L. FREEiAN. 388 Appleton St., Holyoke, Mass. brought into the light and everybody went away feeling satisfied that many causes of friction had been bared and set to rights. So excellent were the results that it was determined to make the March meeting like an old family reunion, a celebration Indeed of the excellent state of good fellowship that now exists. The majority of the mem- bers did not get home after the meet- ing until 5 a. m. R. D. ORCHIDS... Largest Inuorten, 1 , •lUliyliridUtataithei 'oS"^ SANDER, St. Albans, Eng. nwTouoma: Room 1, as Br.adwar, llfBLUROIf, Afwt. ilention the American Florist when writing igio. The American Florist. 195 -— — — — "T Rooted Carnation Cuttings For Immediate Delivery. ENCHANTRESS, PERFECTION, BEACON, $3,00 per 100; $26.00 per 1000. ROSE FINK and WHITE ENCHANTRESS, WINSOR, $2.50 per 100; $20.00 per 1000. We can fill orders from 1000 to 100,000 and guarantee the stock. . J. D. THOMPSON CARNATION CO., i JOLIET, ILL. I Mention the American Florist when tcriting Wanted Best offer on the following list of plants for early shipment, well grown stock. 600 Geraniums, Mrs. E.G. Hill, 2y2-in. pots. 300-500 Vinca Varie^ta, 3Vi to 4-in. pots. 100 Dracena indivisa, 6-inch. 200 Dracena indivisa, 5-inch. 200 Dracena indivisa, 4-inch. WHOLESALE, care American Florist. Mention the American Florist when loriting There are Done better than Little Beauty. Lord Byron, Renan and White Beauty, strong 2h inch plants ready. $4 -00 per lUO New Heliotrope. Miss Beroice a sport of Mme. Bruant and a great im- provementonthe latter 2Hinch $8.00 per 100. Katalog for the Asking. SKIDELSKY & IRWIN CO., 1215 BetzBldg.. PHILADElPHtA. PA. k Chance to Buy Right. BOSTON FERNS, In order to make room I oSer an extra fine lot of 4and 5-iDcb plants at $12.00 and $20.00 per 100. GERANIUMS, transplanted in flats, extra strong R. C. S A. Nutt. $12.50 per 1000. 3inch plants, $4.00 per 100. F. C. RIEBE, Webster, Mass. FDCBSIAS Ferns for Dishes ••• .Assorted varieties. 2H-in. pots, $3.50 per 100; $30.00 per 1000. Cash with order. FRANK OECHSUN 4911 Quincy St. CHICAGO. Rooted Cuttings Verbenas, choice variotios.70c per 100,$6.0U per lOOO Per 100 HeUotropes,$l,00 Daisies, white and yellow .ICO Coleus 70 Express paid S. D. BRANT, 1000 Per 100 1000 $8.00 Petunias. ...$1.25 $10,00 Salvias l.oo S.OO Alyssum.dbl. .80 6.00 Ageratnms.. .60 5.00 Cash with orders. Clay Center, Kans. Wenoxa, III. — Wni. Metzer is in- creasing his greenhouse space, this being necessary owing to the great in- crease in business. Pateeson, N. J. — Robert Smith of Market street has been compelled to give up business on account of inabil- ity to meet obligations. The Smith Realty Co. distrained on his fixtures. His liabilities are said to be in the neighborhood of $2,500. Dormant Cannas Guaranteed True to Name. Fine plump stock with from two to three eyes each. Bronze Leaved Doz. 100 1000 Uavid Harum 50c $3 00 $25 00 Egandal*. .. 50c 3 00 20 00 King Humbert $125 8 00 60 00 Orctiid Flowers Doz. lOO 1000 Allemania 35c $2 25 $18 00 Austria 50c 3 00 20(10 Burbank 30c 2 00 15(0 Fred Senary 90c 6 00 55 CO Italia 50c 3 00 20 00 Kate Gray 40c 2 50 22 50 Partbenope 40c 2 50 22 50 Pennsylvania 40c 2 50 17 50 Red Flowers Doz. 100 lOCO Chas. Henderson 4('c $2 50 $17 50 Chicago 40c 2 50 22 50 Explorateur Crampbell 50c 3 00 22 50 Variegated Flowers Doz. 100 1000 Elizabeth Moss 60c $4 00 $30 00 Florence Vaughan, JOc 3 00 25 OO M- Crozy 50c 3 00 25 CO Souvenir D'Antoine Crozy..60c 4 00 30 00 Yellow and Cream Flowers Doz. 100 lOOO Buttercup 90c $6 00 $50 00 Alsace 50c 3 00 25 00 Coronet 60c 4 00 35 00 Finlc Flowers Doz. 100 lOCO L. Patry 35c $2 25 $17 50 Mile. Berat 40c 2 50 20 tO Doz. 100 lOCO Hot partner Hoppe 90c $6 00 $50 oo GeorUe BirdeU $1 25 8 00 70 00 George Washington 50c 3 00 27 50 Mosbaek Greenhouse Co., Onarga, III. Mary Tolman Deep flesh that does not fade in the strongest h'ght; clean grower; rigid stem; perfectly formed flowers; good producer. Cuttings ready now, $12.00 per 100; $100.00 per 1000. Guaranteed in every way. CHICAGO CARNATION CO., Joliet, III. A. E. HUNT fi CO., Evanston, 111. HUNT BROS., Park Ridge, 111. Sangamo Brilliant Glistening Pink. Winner Wherever Shown. Tlie most prolific and fastest growing carnation of any; very clean, upright grower, long stiff stems; never Splits; flowers nicely fringed and well rounded out. The one real money-maker for you to grow. Orders booked now . $12.00 per 100; $100.00 per 1000. Ail cuttings guaranteed. CHICAGO CARNATION CO. A. C* BROWN, Springfield, HI. joUet, m. CONQUEST Liight pink overlaid with deep rose. The most valuable and attractive carnation on the market. Lawson habit; very free; long stiff stems; large well built flowers. Winner ol First prize wherever shown. Rooted Cnttlngs Guaranteed Ready now, $12.00 per 100; $100.00 per 1000. Chicago Carnation Co., A. 1^ PYPEI. Joliet, lib 19B The American Florist. Beb. ig. Miscellaneous Plants. Per 100 2Hio. Bostons $ 4 50 4-in. •• 1500 5-in. •■ 2500 7-in. ■• 6000 2Hin. Whitmanl 5 00 2-iD . Asparadns Pliunosus Nanns 3 00 4-in. •• ■• 12 00 2in. Asparagus Sprengerl 2 50 3-in. •• •■ 6 00 2-in. AssortedFems for Dishes 3 00 4 in. Araucaria Excelsa 50 00 2in. Baby Primrose 2 50 2in. Chinese Primrose 2 50 3in. Cyclamen 7 00 4-in. ■• 15 00 2-in. Moonvines, white 3 00 Also a lull line of bedding stock and the best wire banginff baskets on the market. Write us. D. U. AUGSPURGER & SONS CG./^'*' Mention the American Florist when writing A FEW GOOD THINGS YOl WANT. Rex Begonia, 2-in. $5.00 per ipo. Asparagus Sprengeri, 3-in. $5.00 per 100 Geranioms, Nutt. Doyle. Perkins. Grant, La Favorite. R C..$1.25: 2-in. pots, $2.00; 3-in.. $4 00 per 100: Viaud. Castellane, Poitevine. Jaulin. Ricard, Buchner. R. C. $1.50; 2 in pots, $2 50: 3-in.. $5.00 per 100; Mme. Salleroi. 2-in., $3.00 per 100 Asparagus Plomosns, 2-in. $3.00 per 100; 3-in.. $5 00 per 100. Cut fronds 25c per bunch. Boston Ferns, 5-in 25c each. Whitmanl Ferns. 4-in. 25c eacn. Cycas Palms, 4 to 5 leaves, $1.00, $1.50 and $2.00. Vlnca Var., 2-in. $2.00 per 100. Cash with order. No C. O. D. All shipments at risk of purchasers, after being delivered to the express companies properly packed in good order GEO. M. EMMANS, Newton. N. J. Mention the American Florist when writing A New Fern NEPHRGLEPIS GIATRASII Awarded a Certificate of Merit bytlie Horticultural Society of New Yorlc. Prices: in 2li-inch pots, $3.50 per dozen; $26.00 per 100; $200.00 per 1000. 25 plants at 100 rates; 500 plants at 1000 rates. Orders delivered in rotation as received. Now Ready for delivery, GEORGE GIATRAS, 463 Summit Ave., West Hoboi£en,N. J. Sioux City, la. Business so far this year has been keeping up remarkably well. Roses have been very scarce the last few weeks but carnations are plentiful and sell well, taking the place of roses In part. Funeral work has been very plentiful of late cleaning up every- thing in the way of flowers. Out-of- town shipping trade is good but we are able to take care of all orders. A considerable number of orders from nearby towns have been received here of late, retailers not caring to send to Chicago when stock can be obtained much nearer. NOTES. Hocklin & Lehman have had a big demand for violets and the Japanese air plant, which latter Is a big seller here. The retailers made fine wm- dow displays for St. Valentine's day and Lincoln's birthday. J. R- Elder, it is reported, will shortly move to larger quarters. R. VAUGHAN'S UST OF Dormant Stock Crimson Ramblers. Per doz. Per 100 2 years old. 2 to 3 feet, well branched, own roots $2.0» 2 years old. 2 to 3 feet, well branched, budded 2.00 3 years old, 3 to 5 feet, well branched, budded 3.0O 4-inch pots Baby Rambler. Dormant, field-grown. Per doz. 100 TaUSendSChOn. Per doz. Per 100 2-yr. old, dormant, grafted plants $3.50 $25.00 Lady Gay. 2-yr. old. dormant stock $3.00 $20.00 White Baby Rambler. 3-inch $ .15 4inch 25 $2.50 $20.00 $15.00 15.00 18.00 10.00 1000 Ist size, selected, budded. 3-years $2.50 $16.00 $150.00 2Dd size, selected, grafted, 2-years 2.00 12,00 100.00 Pot-grown. 2H-inch $ .75 5.00 3-inch 1.25 800 4-inch 2.00 12.00 Azalea Mollis Each 15 to 20 buds $0 50 40 to 50 buds 1 00 Deutzla Doz. 100 $ 5 00 $40 00 10 00 Lemoinei.7-in. Each 25 Doz. 2 50 lOO 20 00 Magnolia Sonlangeana, 3 to 4 ft.. $1.50 each; $14.00 doz. All Plants F. O. B. Western Springs, 111. Vaughan's Seed Store, 84-86 Randolph St.. CHICAGO. Greenhouses and Nurseries: 25 Barclay St., NEW YORK, Western Springs, m. Palms and Other Seasonable Stock We have an extra good stock of Forsteriana, made up. three plants in a pot or tub all clean perfect plants. (We need to reduce our palm stock, and are giving extra values.) 7-in. pots, 3 plants in pot. 40 to 44 in. high $4. 00 each. 8-in. pots. 3 plants in pot 44 to 4S in. high 5.00 each. Single plants Kentla Forsteriana, 7-in. pots. 6 to 7 leaves, 36 to 40 inches high. $2,50 each; 8-in. pots. 6 to 7 leaves. 40 to 44 inches high. $3.50 each. (Full line of sizes of both Forsteriana and Belmoreana in price list No 5. just out. Send for it. if you do not receiveit.) Genista Racemosa, V^slVii'^ per dozen; $25.00 per 100. Rhododendrons, f^tn^tX ^m per dozen. Rhododendrons, i^1°-i5Sr$r2.oo per dozen. Azalea Mollis, ofbuds^'jsb.oo'eVioo! 15 to IS in, high, very bushy, full of buds, $.55.00 per 100. RrkiidAiTivi11<>n Glabra Sanderiana, 5 DOUgainVlUea jn.,„,.ii shaped, bushy The Storrs & Harrison Co., Painsville, 0. CARNATIONS White Perfection, Rose Pink Enchantress, and Victory at *1S.IIJ per 1000. White Enchantress, $17.50 per 1000. Lawson Enchantress, Wluona and Beacon at $20.00 per ICOJ. O. P. Bassett and Alvina at $30.a) per 1000. Fenn, Lawson and Winsor at $10.00 per 1000, plants, $3,00 per dozen. Asparagus Sprengeri, 1^,-flf $20.00 per 1000. TlnYWOnd F'°» bushy plants. 12in.high •""■*■"'"""» $3.00 per doz. $20.08 per 100. ITll/^hQiAQ .Assorted in 6 best varieties i uwuaiao, j3 QQ ^^^ ,pQ. ^,5 00 per 1000 April Delivery, A few readv for March. GERANIUMS, Ready March 21 and later. Nutt at $10.00 p.T 1000. Ricard and Poltevine at $12 00 per 1000- ASPARAGU9 PLUMOSUS, $25.00 per 1003. ASPARAGUS SPRENGERI. at $25.00 per 1000. Sprengeri "SPECIAL" ready for four inch pots at $50,00 per 1000, sample for 10c. ALBERT M. HERR, Lancaster, Pa. \ Robert Craig Co... ^5^9 PALMS and Novelties in Decorative Plants. Market and 49th Sts., Philadelphia, Pa Neph. Whitmani 2H-in S.OOperlOO MAGNIFICA (new), 2H-in... 25.00 per 100 Boston Ferns i^^i,"^[!aoo. Henry H. Barrows & Son, Whitman, Mass igio. The American Florist. 197 Almost Sold Out Have you sent us an order for your stock of I'ariiation Dorolhy Gordon? Easy to put it oil- but our supply is limit, d. orders are piling in every day. and some of you who are planning to grow tlii» splendid carnation tor your trade tliis year are going to be disappointed. This magnificent ttowL-r made a big "hit" at the Pittsburg meeting, but that didn't surprise us any. (or a great many of our friends in the trade long ago learned that tor rcil, substantial prolits Carnation Dorothy Gordon stood away up at the top of the list. We know we "harp" a lot about its m. rits. but when you know this grand new variety as we do. you'll he enthusiastic, too. Flowers fragrant and uniform in color— a little darker than Fink Enchantress; very large^sizo. 3 inchi's or more in diameter — buds of eood substance and very lastine. All these features spell profits for (growers of Carnation Dorothy Gordon— double profits, for the plants JOSEPH HEACOCK COMPANY, Disseminators, bear more flowers which sell for a higher price, bringing your gains up to nearly twice what you can get from other commercial sorts. Come to Wyncote and see Dorothy Gordon growing: if yon cannot do that write or wire us now and we will reserve stock for you. But do it quickly if you want any rooted cuttings this spring. Interesting liter- ature free. Prices are: $10.00 per 100; $76.00 per 1000. Wyncote, Pa. For February delivery in these and and 400 other sorts. Summer grown, on own roots. 2H-inch 4-in. Doz. 100 1001 100 American Beauty 85c $6 00 $50 00 ' ~ ■ ' "' "" 30 00 $8 00 25 00 Anna de Diesbach 50c 3 50 Anny Muller 50c 3 00 Ball of Snow (Boule de Neige 50c 3 50 30 00 Bridesmaid 50c 3 00 25 00 Bougere 50c 3 03 25 00 Catherine Zeimet (White Baby Rambler) 50c 3 50 30 00 Duchesse de Brabant 50c 3 00 25 00 EtoiledeLyon 5Uc 3 00 27 50 Gruss an Teplitz (Vir. R. Coxe) 50c 3 00 27 50 Helen Gould (Balduin),... 50c 3 00 27 50 Madame Masson 50c 3 50 30 00 Mile. Franzisca Kreuger... 50c 3 00 25 00 Magna Charta 5nc 3 50 30 00 Maman Cocbet pink 50c 3 00 27 50 Marechal Niel. (4-in. 10c.. 12c.. 15c) 50c 3 50 30 00 Marie van Houtte 50c 3 00 25 00 Meteor .50c 3 00 27 5) PapaGontier 50c 3 00 27 50 Phyllis (Pink Baby Ram-. bier) SOc 3 50 30 00 Queen's Scarlet 50c 3 00 25 00 Reine Marie Honriette .... 50c 3 00 25 00 Rhea Reid 60c 4 00 35 00 TheBride 50c 3 00 25 00 Wellsley SOc 3 50 3)00 White Bougere SOc 3 00 25 00 White Maman Cochet SOc 3 00 27 50 8 00 8 00 800 10 00 7 00 8 00 80O 8 00 7 00 8 00 7 00 8 00 15 00 7 00 8 00 7 00 8 00 8 00 10 00 8 OO ') 00 8 00 800 Let us know your entire wants in roses 1 DunlopJohnH 184 Eagle Wire Wks....2«) Edwards P'old'g Box2i»> Eichholz Henry Vfl Elliott W H 179 Elwanger & Barry. ..191 Eramans Geo M 1% Eyres HG IS! Fisher HA & Co.... 184 FiskoSeed Co 187 Florist Friend Co . 2(1.? Flower Growers Mktl77 Florists' Hail Ass'd.2II(. Flower Shop 184 Foley Mfg Co Ill For Sale and Rent. .17.) Ford Bros 181 Freeman G L 194 Frey Alois 192 FromentHE 181 Galvin Thos F 184 Garland Geo M Co.. 205 GasserJ M Co 184 German Nurseries ..188 Giatras Geo 1% Giblin& Co IS' Gorham & Chapline "M^ Gude Bros 183 Guttman Alex J 181 Haley J H 188 Hartmann Hjalmar..l88 Hauswirth Florist. ..184 Heacock JosCo 197 HeinlGeo A 182 Heinl Jolin & Son... 18? Hcrr Albert M V*> Herrmann A 2(J(. Hess& Swoboda....l84 HewsAH&Co 207 Hilfinger Bros 207 Hill The E G Co.... I Hinode Florists Co.. 192 KippardE 208 Hitchings & Co 208 Hoerber Bros 177 Hoflman Florist 183 Holm & Olson ia3 Holton & Hunkel...l82 Hooker H M Co 205 Hort Trade Journal. 20(i Humfeld Co 193 Hunt AE&Co 195 Hunt Bros 195 Hunt E H 177 198 Igoe Bros 206 IsbellSM &Co 187 Jackson & Perkins... 191 Johnson D D 203 Johnson W W & Sonl87 Johnston'Heating Co204 Kasting W F Co.... 181 Keller Geo & Sons. .207 Keller J B& Sons. ..18? Kellogg Geo M 18? Kennicott Bros Co. .177 Kessler Bros 181 King Constructn 208 Kohr AF 207 Kram.-r I N & Son.. 207 Krick's Letters 198 Kroeschell Bros Co. .2((4 Kruchten John 177 Kuehn C A 182 KuhlGeo A 192 193 Kvle & Foerster 177 Lager & Hurrell 194 Landreth Seed Co... 187 Langjahr A H 181 Leedle Floral Co .l')/ Lester Francis E Co 192 Lichtenberger J 1''8 Lord & Burnham . . . .Ill McCallumCo 179 McConnell Alex 183 McCov LW 182 McCrav Relrig. Co..2(k, McCiillough's J iM . 179 McDonald Bros 207 McKellar Chas. W..177 McKissick Bros 179 Mann Otto 187 MastiD J G& Co.... 203 Matthews Florists.. .18? May & Co LL 18? Metroplitan Mat Co. IV Meyer lohn C & Co. 203 Miami Floral Co 1''7 Michigan Cut Flower Exchange 182 Millang Aug 181 MillangChas 181 Miller ES II Moll Wni 318 Monineer J C Co 2o5 MoonTh.: Wm H Col91 Moore Hentz&Nash.lsl Moreliead M(g Co.. .205 I Wittbold I Watering System iThe MTlng; In time and labor for one season will pay for a com- plete equipment. iFor particular* irrite to E. H. HUNT 70-78 Wabaah Ave^ cmCAOO I Morse C C & Co 18(> Mosbsek Grhs Co.... 195 Munk Floral Co 179 Murdock J B&Co..l79 Murphy William. .. .182 Murray Samuel 1S4 Myers Florist 184 Mvers & Co IV Nash Chas Co 191 Nat Flo B of Trade.. 198 National Guano Co.. 198 N Y Cut Flower Ex.181 Niessen Leo Co 179 Oeschlin Frank 195 PalethorpePR Co.. 203 Palmer W J & Sons. 18? Park Floral Co 184 Pape & Bergman — 188 Peacock Dahlia Farm 191 Perfection ClK-m Co. 203 Peters & Reed Pot'y207 Peterson J .^ I Phoenix Nursery Co. 191 Pierson FR Co I Pierson U Bar Co. ..Ill Pillsbury I L 205 Pilou Eugene Jr I'll Pittsburg CutFlo Col7'i Pittsburg Florist Ex.179 Poehlmnan Bros Co 177 193 Pollworth CCCol.84 198 Pulveri2'dManureCol98 Quaker CityMchWksIV Randall A L Co 177 Randolph & Mc Clements 204 Ravnor J I .181 Ready Reference. .. .199 Reed& Keller 2(i(. ReimersM D 18? Rein berg Geo 192 Rein berg Peter 175 Rice Bros 179 RiebeF C Co 195 Rock WL Co 184 Roehrs Julius Co 194 Robinson Henry M Co 182 Roemer Fredk 187 Rohnert Waldo 1S7 Routzahn Seed Co... II Sander & Son 194 Scheiden &Schoos..l92 Schmidt) C 192 Schuliheis Bros 191 Schulz Jacob 182 Shaffer Geo C 18? Sharp Partridge &C0IV Sbepard's Garden Car Co M2 Sheridan WF 181 Sirocco Eng'ring Co204 Skidelskv & Irwin. ..195 Slinn BSJr 181 Smith A W & Co.... 18? Smith Elmer D&C0I94 Smith Gurdon B 182 Smith Henry 182 Smith Wm C 182 Smith W &TCo.... I Smits Jacs 191 Stearns Lumber Co. IV Sterling Emery Wheel Co 198 Stootholi" HA Co. ..20. .T. C. Schmidt. Bristol. Pa. Asparagus Sprengeri. 3-in., $4 per 100. Poehlmann Bros, Co.. Morton Grove. Ill, AZALEAS. Azalea mollis. l.'-30 buds. $S per 100. C. Kerkvoortle. Wetteren. Belgium. Azaleas, Bernard Andreas alba, Niobe, Helena Theilman. Empress of India, Apollo. De Schryveriana, Dr. Moore, Mme. Van der Cruyssen. Louis Van Houtte, Simon Mard- ner, Vervaeniana, Deutsche Perle, $1.25 to $2.50 each. Smaller sizes, Van der Cruyssen, Mardner, Apollo, Niobe. Empress of India, D. Perle, De Schrvverniana. Vervaeneana. 50c to $1.25. In bloom. Mme. Petrick. Mardner, D. Perle. Apollo. Vervaeneana. 75g to $1,50. G. Aschmann. 1012 W. Ontario St.. Phila. Azaleas. Jacs Smits, Naarden. Holland. Azalea mollis, 15 to 20 buds. 50c each; $5 per doz. ; $40 per 100; 40 to 50 buds, $1 each; $10 per doz. Vaughan's Seed Store, Chicago and New York. Azalea mollis, 12 to 15 ins., $30 per 100; 15 to IS Ins., $35. Storrs & Harrison Co.. Painesville. O. BAY TREES 2.000 bay and box trees in all sizes; pyra- mid and standard. Writ© for list. Julius Roehrs Co.. Rutherford. N. J. Bay trees. Bobbink & Atkins. Ruther- ford. N. J. BEDDING PLANTS. Bedding: Plants; Coleus, Golden Bedder, Firebrand. Anna and John Pfister and other leading varieties, $2 per 100; $18 per 1.000. Salvia, $2.50 per 100; $20 per 1,000. Double Petunias (Snowdrift) and Single petunias, mixed. $2 per 100. Heliotrope, $2 per 100. Birmingham Landscape and Nursery Co., P. O. Box 663. Birmingham, Ala. BEGONIAS. Begonia Gloire de Lorraine and Agatha. $15 per 100; $140 per 1.000. Turnford Hall, $20 per 100. Pres. Taft. $20 per 100. J. A, Peter.son. "West wood. Cincinnati. O. Begonias, Vernon and Erfordii, R. C, 90c per 100. J. W. Davis, 225 W. 16th St., Davenport, la. BEGONIAS, blooming. 8 best commercial varieties, strong rooted cuttings, $1 per 100. Cash. Chilticothe Floral Co.. Chillicothe, O. Begonia Flambeau. 4-In., 15c. G. Asch- mann. 1012 W. Ontario St., Philadelphia. Begonia Adolf Menzel, 2»^-in., $2 per doz. Vaughan's Seed Store. Chicago and N. Y. Rex begonias. 2-in., $5 per 100. Geo. M, Emmans, Newton. N. J. BOUGAINVILLEA. Bougalnvillea Glabra Sanderiana. 6-in.. $3 per doz. Storrs & Harrison Co., Paines- ville, O. BOXWOOD. Boxwood, pyramids, 2-2 '^-feet. $15 per 100; 2i'i.-3-feet. $25 per 100; 3-4-feet. $35 per 100. C Kerkvoorde. Wetteren, Belgium. Boxwood, 12 Ins., $3 per doz.; $20 per 100. Storrs & Harrison Co., Painesville, O. BULBS, Bulbs, Lilum tenuifolium. L. Wallace!, named L. elegans, single and dbl. tigers. Iris Kaempferi. Iris Germanica, Delphinum formosum. gladioli, callas, cinnamon vines, Madeira vines, oxalls, miUa. bessera. am- aryllis. zephyranthes. Lycoris squamlgera, Cooperias. E. S'. Miller. Wading River, N. Y. Gladiolus Alice Carey, the best white In cultivation. No. 1 bulbs, $5 per 100; $40 per 1.000. America. No. 1. $4 per 100; $30 per 1.000. Golden Nugget, best bright yellow. $1.50 per doz.; $10 per 100. Princeps. $1.25 per doz.; $8 per 100. List free. E. Y. Teas Co., Centerville. Ind. Bulbs, Dutch hyacinths, single, $1.50 per 100; $10 per 1,000. Calla Ethioplca. $2 per 100; $15 per 1,000. Gladiolus America, bulb- lets. $5 per 1,000. Berrydale Experiment Gardens, Route 1, Holland. Mich. Bulbs, tuberoses, true dwarf Pearl, 1st size. 4-6-In.. 90c per 100; $7.60 per 1,000; $35 per 5,000; medium, 3-4-In.. 60c per 100; $4 per 1,000; $17.50 per 5,000; mammoth. 6-S-in.. $1.50 per 100; $12 per 1.000. Be- gonias, gloxinias, gladiolus. Vaughan's Seed Store. Chicago and New York, Gladioli, Independence, the best red in the market; also Mrs. Francis King. Giant Pink. Augusta, and Groff's hybrids, genuine stock. Write for prices. Geo. S. Woodruff, Inde- pendence. la. Chinese Sacred Lilies, $3 per 100; $25 per 1,000. Dutch Hyacinths, named, single and double, first size. $6 per 100; exhibition size, $10. Dingee & Conard Co.. West Grove. Pa . Bulbs, hyacinths, tulips, narcissus, crocus, spireas. gladiolus, peonies, etc. Van Zanten Bros.. Hillegom, Holland. Bulbs, hyacinths, tulips and daffodils. P. Verdegaal. 14 Stone St.. New York. Bulbs, all fiorists' varieties. H. E. Fiske Seed Co.. Faneuil Hall Square, Boston. ' Bulbs of all kinds. A. T. Boddington, 342 W. 14th St.. New York. C ANNAS. .__ Cannas. Sec Chabanne, Paul Marquart. Cinnabar. $2 per 100. Pennsylvania. Louisi- ana. $2.50. Robusta. Mile. Berat, $1.50. Beaute Poitevine, Pres. Viger. $3. Papa Nardy. $5 Mixed of best varieties, 75c per 100; "$6 per 1,000. Started plants can be furnished after March 1. Wagner Park Con- servatories. Sidney. Ohio. Canna roots, home-grown, divisions, $2 per 100; $18.50 per 1.000. King Humbert, $6 per 100; $50 per 1,000. R. Vincent, Jr., & Sons Co., White Marsh, Md. Cannas. for varieties and prices see page advertisement In this issue. Arthur T. Bod- dington. 342 W. 14th St.. New York. Cannas — See our display for special offer- Ings. Mosbaek Greenhouse Co., Onarga. HI. CARNATIONS. Carnations, Shasta. Scarlet Glow. Sanga- mo. Admiration, Mrs. C. W. Ward, Con- quest, $12 per 100. O. P. Bassett. Pink Delight, Mrs. Chas. Knopf. Ruby. Mrs. J. C Vaughan, Georgia, $6 per 100. White En- chantress. Lady Bountiful, White Perfection. Sarah Hill. Lloyd, WInsor. Afterglow, Splendor, Robt. Craig. Victory. $3 per 100. Queen Louise. The Queen. My Maryland, Flamingo. Roosevelt. Harlowarden, Cardinal. Mrs. Lawson, N. Fisher. Eldorado, Golden Beauty, $2 per 100. Beacon, $3.50. Pink Imperial. R. P. Enchantress. Variegated En- chantress. Mrs. Patten, Jessica. $2.50 per 100. Alma Ward, $2.50 per doz.; $15 per 100; Dorothy Gordon, $10 per 100; $75 per 1.000. Mabelle, $1.50 per 100. J. L, Dillon. Bloomsburg. Pa. Carnations. Conquest, Mary Tolman, San- gamo. $12 per 100; $100 per 1,000. White En- chantress. White Perfection. Daybreak, Rose Pink Enchantress. Winona, WInsor, Splendor. Aristocrat, Afterglow, Lawson-E"nchantress. Beacon, Victory. Andrew Carnegie, $3 per 100; $25 per 1,000. Enchantress, $2.50 per 100; $20 per 1,000. May Day, O. P. Bas- set. $6 per 100; $50 per 1,000. Alvlna. Gov. Deneen, $5 per 100; $45 per 1,000. Chicago Carnation Co.. Joliet, 111. Carnations, White Perfection, Rose Pink Enchantress and Victory, $15 per 1,000. White Enchantress. $17.50 per 1.000. Law- son Enchantress, Winona, Beacon. $20 per 1.000. O. P. Bassett, Alvina. $30 per 1.000. Fenn, Lawson. Winsor, $10 per 1,000. A. M. Herr. Lancaster, Pa. Carnations, new seedlings, deep crimson and bright pink. $8 per 100; $75 per 1.000. Rose Pink Enchantress. $5 per 100. Dln- gee & Conard Co.. West Grove, Pa. Carnations. Queen and Boston Market, R. C, $1.50 per 100; $10 per 1,000. Mosbaek Greenhouse Co., Onarga, 111, If You Do Not Find What You Need In Our Ready Reference Department, Write Us About It 200 The American Florist. Feb. ig, 1 Carnations, Enchantress. $2 per 100; $18 per 1,000. Red Victory, Var. Lawson, $2.50 per 100; $20 per 1,000, White Sarah Hill, $4 per 100; $35 per 1,000. Pink Lawson — En- chantress, $2.60 per 100; $20 per 1,000. Pink Lawson, $2 per 100; $15 per 1,000. W. H. Ta£t, $450 per 100; $40 per 1.000. Beacon, $3 per 100; $25 per 1,000. Schneiden & Schoos, 517 Asbury Ave., Evanston, 111. SELECT STRONGLY ROOTED. 100 1.000 White Enchantress, Beacon... $3.00 $25.00 Rose Pink. W. Perfection 3.00 25.00 Enchantress, W^lnsor 2.00 20.00 White Lawson. Red Lawson... 2.00 15.00 Mrs. T. W. Lawson 1.50 12.00 GULLETT & SONS, Lincoln. 111. Carnations, Bay :5tate. $3 per 100. Bea- con. Enchantress. Rose Pink Enchantress, Victory. White Perfection, White Enchan- tress, Winona. Winsor. $3 per 100; unrooted cuttings, $2 per 100. Shepard's Garden Carnation Co., 292 Fairmount St., Lowell, Mass. - Carnations, well rooted cuttings ready now. White Enchantress. Beacon. Winona, Afterglow. Red Nelson Fisher, $3 per 100; $25 per 1,000. Winsor, $2.50 per 100; $20 per 1.000. O. P. Bassett, $6 per 100; $50 per 1.000. A. C. Canfleld. Springfield. 111. Carnations, Mrs. C. W. Ward. R. C. $2 per 12; $12 per 100; $100 per 1,000. Alma Ward. R. C. $3 per 12; $5 per 25; $9 per 50; $15 per 100; $35 per 250; $60 per 600; $120 per 1,000. Cottage Gardens Co., Inc.. Queens, L. I., N. Y. Carnations, Enchantress, Perfection, Bea- con, $3 per 100; $25 per 1.000. Rose Pink Enchantress, Winsor. $2.50 per 100; $20 per 1.000. J. D. Thomson Carnation Co.. Joliet, 111^ Carnation Scarlet Glow, $12 per 100; $100 per 1,000. F. Dorner & Sons Co.. Latay- ette. Ind. Cafnation Shasta. $12 per 100; $100 per 1,000. Baur & Smith. Indianapolis. Ind. Patten & Co., Tewksbury. Mass. Carnations. Shasta. Sangamo, Scarlet Glow, Mary Tolman, Conquest, Admiration. $12 per 100: $100 per 1.000. Vaughan's Seed Store. Chicago and New York. Carnations. Sangamo. Conquest. Mary Tol- man. $12 per 100; $100 per 1.000. Chicago Carnation Co.. .Toliet. 111. Carnation Georgia. $12 per 100; $100 per 1,000. Weiland & Olinger, 128 E. 3rd St., Cincinnati. O. Carnations, Apple Blossom and Wanoka. strong rooted cuttings, delivery Jan. 1. Wanoka Greenhouses. Barneveld. N. Y. Carnations. Geo. A. Kuhl. Pekin. 111. Carnations. Wood Bros., Fishkill. N. Y. CHRYSANTHEMIJMS. Chrysanlhemums, Mrs. Theodore WIrth. Alpine Glow. Christiana Scull. Grace C. Eurki, Mrs John Pesther, 25c each; $2 per 10; $16 per 100. rooted cuttings or 2%-in. pots. Lida Thomas, Gertrude Wilson, Mrs. Edw. F.. Swift. B. Asmus. Mrs. A. Knab, Miss Ida Kroeschell, Miss D. Deneen. Bishop Henninghaus, Lady Lu, Minnesota, Mrs. T. Edw. Wilder. John Gossweiler. 10c each; 80c per dozen; $6 per 100. R. C. or 2i4-ln. pots. Alois Frey. Crown Point. Ind. Chrysanthemums. Monrovia, $3 per 100; $25 per 1.000. Oct. Frost. $3 per 100. Vir- ginia Poehlmann. $4 per 100; $35 per 1,000. Edmond Albe. $35 per 100. E. G. Hill Co., Richmond. Ind. - Chrysanthemums, snow white sport of Helen Frick. stock plants. $3 per doz. ; small plants. $2 per doz. Henry Elchholz, Waynesboro. Pa. Gloria, a large early Enchantress pink Mum, R. C. now ready. 25, $1; 100. $3.75, prepaid. Chas. Frost. Kenilworth. N. J. Chry.santhemum novelties. Cliarles H. Totty. Madison. N. J. Chrj'santhemums, leading vars. Wood Bros.. Fishkill. N. Y. Chrysanthemums. Elmer D. Smith & Co.. Adrian. Mich. Chrysanthemums. Geo. A. Kuhl. Pekin. 111. CINERARIAS. Cinerarias. 6-in., 25c to 35c each. G. Aschmann. 1012 W. Ontario St., Phi]a. Cinerarias. 2Vi-\n... %2 per 100; 300 for $5. J. C. Schmidt, Bristol, Pa. GXEMATXS. Clematis paniculata. field, l-yr., 6c; 2-yr., 10c. Dinpee & Conard Co.. West Grove. Pa. Clematis. Bobbink & Atkins, Ruther- ford. N. J. COLEUS. Coleus, 10 kinds. Byer Bros., Chambers- burg. Pa. Coleus, extra fine stock in top cuttings, 75c; 2^-in., $2, 15 kinds. Mosbaek Green- house Co., Onarga. 111. Coleus, Verschaffeltii and Golden Bedder, 2-in., $2 per 100. R. Vincent, Jr., & Sons Co.. White Marsh, Md. ■ Coleus. 2-in. Geo. aT Kuhl, Pekin, IlL CTGIAMENS. Cyclamens, 5-in.. $4.50 per doz. Geo. Wittbold Co., 737 Buckingham PI., Chicag o. Cyclamens, 3-in., $7 per 100; 4-in., $15. D. U. Augspurger & Sons Co.. Peoria. 111. DAHLIAS. Dahlias, six novelties of special merit. Corona, Charles Clayton, W. K. Jewett, Manitou. Princess Tetive, The Baron, other novelties and the best standard varieties. The best is the cheapest. Prices reasonable and fair dealing guaranteed. Hollyhocks and other hardy plants. Catalogue. W, W. Wilmore. Box 3S2. Denver, Colo. Dahlias. Countess of Lonsdale, S8 per 100. Black Beauty, Elegante, $3. Arabella, Earl of Pembroke, $6. All large roots. Order today. Wagner Park Conservatories, Sidney, Ohio'. Ohio dahlia, field roots, 75c each; ?S.50 per doz. J. M. McCuUough's Sons Co., 316 Walnut St., Cincinnati, O. Dahlia roots, field clumps. $5 per 100 and up. R. Vincent, Jr., & Sons Co., White Marsh. Md. Dahlias. Pape & Bergmann. Quedlinburg, Germany. DAISIES. Daisies. $2 per 1,000. J. C. Schmidt, Bristol. Pa. DRACENAS. Dracena indivisa, 3-in.. 5c: 4-in., 12 c. Mosbaek Greenhouse Co.. Onarga, 111. EAST£R STOCK. Easter plants: Lilies. 12VjC per bud Azaleas. 75c to $1.50 each. Hyacinths, 4-in. $10; 5-in.. $15 per 100. Paper Whites, Narcissus Von Sion and Miniature, 5-in., $20; 6-in., $25 per 100. Primroses, obconica and Chinese, 3-in., $7.50; 4-in.. $10. Cyclamen, 3. 4. 5 and 6-in., Baby Ramb- lers. 3-in.. $12.50: 4-in.. $25; 5-in., 40c to 50c; 6-in., 50c to 75c. White Ramblers, Hermosa. Souperts, same price. Spireas, 25c to 75c each. Hydrangeas, 4-in., 25c; 5-in., 40c to 50c; 6-in., 50c to 75c; 8 to 10-in.. 10 to 20 heads $2 to $3.50 each. Gpo, A. Kuhl, Pekin. 111. FERNS. FERNS FOR FERN DISHES. Extra strong, healthy, bushy, full-grown 2U -in. stock, guaranteed to please; as- sortment of 12 best varieties, $3 per 100; $25 per 1.000; 250 at 1.000 rate. CIBO- TIUM SCHIEDEI. king of ferns, the pride of every flower store. Orders booked now for young stock for growing on. Ready March. April and May. J. F. Anderson. Fern Specialist. Short Hills, N. J. Ferns, Improved Elegant issima, 4-in., $3 per doz.; 6-in.. $9 per doz.; S-in.. $12 to $18 per doz. Superbissima, 4-in.. $3 per doz. : 6-in., $6 to $9 per doz.; 8-in., $12 to $1S per doz. Boston, Piersoni, Whitmanl, Scottii, 6-in.. $6 per doz.; S-in., $12 per doz. F. R. Pierson Co.. Tarrytown. N. Y. Ferns, Boston, 2^^-in.. $4.50 per 100; 4-In., $15; 5-jn.. $25; 7-in., $60. Whitman!. 2i^- in., $5 per 100. Assorted ferns for dishes, 2-in., $3. D. U. Augspurger & Sons Co., Peoria. 111. Perns Scotti, Whitmanl and elegantes — sima, 3-in., 10c. Piersoni and Boston. 3-in., Sc. Piersoni. Elegantissima and Whitmanl. 5-ln.. 30c. Mosbaek Greenhouses. Onarga. 111. Ferns. Neph. Todeaoldes, 5'^, 6 and 7 in., 35c to $1 each. Pteris Victoria, 6-In. pans, 30c per pan. G. Aschmann. 1012 W. Ontario St.. Philadelphia. Nephrolepis Whitman!. 4-in. pots, 8c each; 3-in. pots. 5c each; 2 ^/i-in. pots, 3c each; 2J4-in., 2iAc each; runners, Ic. Ley & Bro.. Highland. N. Y. Dwarf ferns for fern dishes. 6 best sons. In fine condition. 2c; $18 per 1.000. The Good & Reese Co., Springfield, O. Ferns, Piersoni, Barrowsl. Scottii and Ele- gantissima, 4-in.. $15 per 100. Wagner Park Conservatories, Sidney, O. Ferns for dishes, asst., 2^/4-ln., $3.50 per 100; $30 per 1.000. Frank Oechslln, 4911 Quincy St., Chicago. Fern Nephrolepis Giatrasii, 2i,4-in., $3.50 per doz.; $25 per 100; $200 per 1.000. George Giatras. 463 Summit Ave., W. Hoboken , N. J. FERNS. Boston. 2-in. pots. $2.50 per 100. Piersoni, 2-in. pots, $2.50 per 100. Cash. Chillicothe Floral Co., Chlllicothe, O. ■ Ferns, Whitmanl, 4-in.. 10c; 2'^-ln., 3c; $25 per 1,000. .Tohn A. Doyle. Springfield, O. Ferns, Boston^ 4 and 5-in.. $15 and $20 per 100. F. C. Riebe. Webster. Mass. Ferns. Boston, 3-in., 25c each. Whittnanl. 4-in.. 25c. Geo. M. Emmans. Newton, N. J . Perns, Whitman!. 2H-in.. $5 per lOoT Henry H. Barrows & Sons, Whitman. Mass. Ferns, Scottii. 5-in., 20c; 6-in., 30c. W. W. Coles. Kokonao. Ind. Ferns, Boston, 4-in.. $1.50 per doz. W. W. Coles. Kokomn, Ind. ncus. Ficus elastica, 20 to 24-ins., extra fine, $3.50 per doz. Wagner Park Conservatories, Sidney. O. _^^_^ Ficus elastica, 22-24 ins., $6 per doz.; $50 per 100. Frank Oechslin, 4911 Quincy St., Chicago. Rubber plants, 5 and 6-!n., $3 per doz. W. W. Coles. Kokomo , Ind. FUCHSIAS. Fuchsias, asst.. 6 vars., $3 per 100; $2.5 per 1,000. Storrs & Harrison Co., Paines- ville. O. Fuchsias. 6 vars.. 2-in.. $2 per 100. R. Vincent. Jr.. & Sons Co.. W^hite Marsh. Md. GENISTAS. 1 I I Genista racemosa. 5-in.. $3.50 per doz.; $25 per 100. Storrs & Harrison Co., Paines- ville, O. GCRANIUMS. Geraniums, Nutt. Doyle. Perkins. Grant. La Favorite, R. C. $1.25; 2-in., $2: 3-in., $4 per 100. Viaud. Castellane. Poitevine, Jaulin, Ricard, Buchner. R. C. $1.50; 2-in., $2.60; 3-in., $6 per 100. Mme. Salleroi, 2-in., $3 per 100. G. M. Emmans Newton. N. J. GERANIUM CUTTINGS. S. A. Nutt, Gen. Grant. Beaute Poitevine, Jean "Viaud, Mme. Buchner. Large top cuttings, well rooted. $1.50 per 100: $15 per 1.000. The W. T. Buckley Co.. Springfield. 111. Geraniums, strong 2-in. stock. Heteranthe. Nutt, Jean Viaud, La Favorite. L'Aube, Hill. $2 per 100; $1S per 1.000. Our selec- tion. $17 per 1,000. Pamela. $4 per 100. Anastasie Lecadre. $3 per 100. Red Wing, the best novelty of the season. 25c each; $2.50 per doz. "Write for geranium cata- logue. F. H. De "Witt & Co.. "Wooster. Ohio. Geranium. Ricard, Nutt. Buchner. from 2 and 2% -in. pots, extra fine lot of strong, cool grown plants, $3.25 per 100; $20 per 1.000; mi.xed, $3 per 100; $1S per 1.000. "Well packed. J. R. Brooks. Oxford Depot, N. Y Geraniums. Nutt. $10 per 1,000. Ricard. Poitevine. $12.50 per 1,000. A. M. Herr, Ijanc.ister, Pa. Geraniums. Nutt. 2 14 -in.. $2 per 100. Ready now. Jacob Doerrer, R. 1. Box 51, Columbia. Pa. Geraniums. S. A. Nutt and S others, 2%- In.. $2.50 per 100; $20 per 1.000. Jos. H. Cunningham. Delaware. O. Geraniums, standard sorts. $2 per 100; $18.50 per 1,000; 2-in. pots. R. Vincent, Jr., & Sons Co.. "White Marsh. Md. Geraniums, dbl. Grant. Castellane. 2-ln., 2c. Byer Bros.. Chambersburg. Pa. Geraniums, leading vars,. 3-in.. $3.50 per 100. F. C. Riebe. "Webster. Mass. GREENS. Greens, fancy and dagger ferns, $1.75 per 1.000. Galax, bronze and green. $1.25 per 1,000; 10.000, $7.50. Sphagnum Moss, large bales, $1.25; Leucothoe Sprays, $1 per 100: 1.000. $7.50. Boxwood, 35c per bunch. 50 lbs., $S.50. Michigan Cut Flower Exchange, Inc.. 38-40 Broadway, Detroit, Mich. Greens dagger and fancy ferns, $1.50 per 1,000. Bronze and green galax. $1 per 1,000; $8.50 p2r 10,000. Leucothoe Sprays $1 per 1,000; $7.50 per 10,000. Henry M. Robinson & Co., 15 Province St.. Boston. Mass. Greens, galax, green or bronze, 50c per 1,000. Leucothoe sprays, green. 2 ft. up. $2.50 per 1.000; 16 ins. up, $1.50 per 1.000; bronze, $4 per 1,000. Tuckaseigee Ever- green Co., Sylva, N. C. if Yoo Do Not Find Wiiat You Need in Our Ready Reference Departnent, Write Us ADoot it igio. The American Florist. 201 Greens, southern wild smilax. Log mosses, natural and perpetuated. E. A. Beaven, Evergreen. Ala. Greens, cut palmetto and cycas leaves, galax, leuoothoe. ferns, mosses, etc. Kervan Co., 113 W. 28th St.. New York. Greens, evergreen. fancy and dagger ferns, bronze and green galax. Geo. Cot- sonag &- ro.. .33 "VT. 2Sth St., New York. HELIOTROPES. Heliotrope. Mis? Bernice. 2^-in.. $S per 100. Skidelsky & Irwin Co., 1215 Betz Bldg.. Philadelphia. Heliotrope, $1 per 100; SS per 1,00. S, D. Brant. Clay Center. Kans. HYDRANGEAS. Hydrangea Arborescens Grandiflora Alba. The true large flowering forcing variety, warranted true, 2H-in. pots. $3 per 100; 1-year field-grown, strong, 12 to 1>^ inches. S6 per 100; $55 per 1.000. New trade list ready. Write for it today. The Good & Reese Co.. The Largest Rose Growers in the World. Springfield, O. Hydrangea Arborescens Grandiflora. We have the largest stock of strong 2-yeax plants in America. Plants 2 to 3 feet. 'S2.o0 per doz; $lf. per 100: S140 per 1,000. Good plants. 15 to 20 inches, $10 per 100. List free. E. Y. Teas. Centerville. Ind. Hydrangea Arborescens Grandiflora Alba (■grown from stock obtained from The E. G. Hill Co.). Feld grown 15 to 20 ins., $7 per 100; $65 per 1,000: a smaller size, $5 per 100 : 2 Vs-in., S3 per 1^0 ; $25 per 1.000. John A. Doyle. Springfield. Q. Hydrangeas. R. C. $1.50 per 100; 2-in., 50c per dozen: $4 per 100; 3-in.. SI per doz.; $S per lOM. D. U. Auspurger & Sons Co., Box 77S. Peoria. 111. Hydrangea paniculata grandi.. IS to 24 ins., Cc; 2 to 3 ft.. 9c. Dingee & Conard Co.. West Grove. Pa. Hydrangea Otaksa. pot-grown, 6-in.. S15 per 100. Jackson & Perkins Co., Newark, X. Y. Hydrangea paniculata grandiflora. strong bushes. 2-3 feet, S40 per 1,000. C. Kerk- voorde. T\'etteren. Belgium. Hydrangea Horiensis. 2-year-old, $8 per ir>0. Wagner Park Conservatories, Sidney. O. IVY. I^T geraniums. 2n-in.. $2 per 100; 300 for S5. J. C. Schmidt. Bristol. Pa. LANTANAS. Lantanas. S vars.. 2-in.. $2 per 100. R. Vincent. Jr., & Sons Co.. White Marsh. Md. LILACS. Lilacs- Jacs Smits. Xaarden. Holland. LILY OF THE VALLEY. To Import. Lily of the valley, London Market. $1.75 per 100: .«14 per 1.000. Premium, $1.50 per 100: $12 per 1,000. International, $1.25 per 100: $10 per 1.000. Vaughan's Seed Store, Chicago and New York. Lily of the valley. Jacs Smits, Ltd., Naarden Holland. Lily of the valley. Otto Mann, Leipzig. Saxony. German v. From Stora^. Lily of the valley, cold storage, 250, $3.50; per 1.000. J13. "^-. C, Beckert, Northside, Pittsburg. Pa. Lily of the valley. H. N. Bruns. 3040 W. Madison St.. Chicago. LOBELLA. Lobelia. Kathleen. Mallard. 2-in.. %1 per 100. R. Vincent. Jr.. & Sons Co., White Marsh. Md. MOONVINES. Moonvine.^:. 2-in.. $3 per 100. D. U. Aug- spurger & Sons Co., Peoria. 111. MUSHROOM SPAWN. Mu.^Iiin.-.jn Spawn. Lamberfs Pure Cul- ture. American Spawn Co.. St. Paul, Minn . Mushroom Spawn. Sure Crop. $S per 100 lbs. Wreber .t Bon. 114 Chambers St.. N. Y. mmSlRY STOCK. N'urseiy stock. ornamental trees and snruha. W. & T. Smith Co.. Geneva, N. Y. Nursery stock, blue spruce, berried plants, climbing plants, clematis, conifers, ever- greens, funkias. Japan maples, hydrangeas. Jacs Smits. Ltd., Naarden. Holland. Nursery stock, the ne\% '-st lilacs, dbl. and single. Fruit and ornamental trees, shrubs, roses, hardy plants. EUwanger & Barry, Mount Hope Nurs.. Rochester, N. Y. Virburnum plicatum, 2 to 3 ft., 12c; 3 to 3>^ ft.. 15c. Dingee & Conard Co.. West Grove. Pa. Nursery stock. Clematis, ampelopsis, tree hydrangeas, lilacs, shrubs, vines and per- ennials. Jackson & Perkins. Newark. N. Y . Nursery stock, large trees, oaks, maples, pines and hemlocks. Andorra Nurseries. Chestnut Hill. Philadelphia. Nursery stock arbor vitae (Thuya occi- dentalis), 3 to 4 ft.. 4 to 5 ft. trees. The Wm. H. Moon Co.. Morrisville. Pa. Nursery stock. Vines, perennials, conifers, shade and fruit trees, hedge plants, Jack- son & Perkins Co.. Newark. N. Y. Trees, shrubs, evergreen, hardy plants. EUwanger ik Barry. Rochester. N. Y. ORCHIDS. Orchids, importers, exporters, growers and hybridists. Sander. St. Albans, England. New York office, rom 1. 235 Broadway. Orchids. Largest stock in the country. Ask for prices. Julius Roehrs Co., Ruther- ford. N. J. Orchid peat, rotted azalea peat, leaf mold, live or baled sphagnum moss. C. W. Brownell & Co.. Walden. N. Y. Orchids, all commercial, cat t ley as and novelties. Carillo & Baldwin. Seacaucus, N. J . Orchids of all kinds. Lager & Hurrell, Summitt. N. J. Orchids, G. L. Freeman. 38S Appieton St., Holyoke. Mass. PALMS. Palms. Kentia Bel., 2i^-inch.. $10 per 100; 3-in., $20. Kentia Fors.. 2%-in., $10 per 100; 3-in.. $20. Phoenix, 2 vars., 2'^-\x\., $4 per 100; 3-in.. $7. Bargains in Latania Borbonica . D. \5. Augspurger & Sons Co., Box 77S. Peoria. 111. Palms. Kentia Fors.. 35 to 50 ins., $1.50 to $3 each; 4-in., 20c. Belmoreana, 4-in.. 25c; 3-in.. 10c. Cocos "W'edd.. 3-in., 15c. Latania Borb., 4-in., 20c. Areca lutescens. 5-in., 35c. G. Aschmann. 1012 W. Ontario St.. Philadelphia, Palms. Forsteriana, 7-in.. 40 to 44 ins., $4 each; 8-in.. 44 to 4S ins.. $5. Storrs & Harrison Co.. Painesville. O. Palms. Pobbink & Atkins. Rutherford. N. J. PANSIES. Pansies. extra strong transplanted stock. $5 per 1.000. Mosbaek Greenhouse Co.. Onarga. III. Pansies. German strain, $2.50 per 1,000. F. C. Riebe. Webster, Mass. Pansies. $2 per 1.000. Bristol, Pa. J. C. Schmidt, Pansy plants, $2.50 per 1,000. Jos. H. Cunningham. Delaware. O. PELARGONIUMS. Pelargoniums, Mme. Vibert, Sandiford's surprise. Linda. Dorothy. Mme. Thibaut. strong. 2-in.. $6 per lOf*. F, H. DeWitt & Co.. Wooster. Ohio. PEONIES. Peonies all vars., Jacs Smits, Ltd.. Naar- den. Holland. Peonies, leading vars.. W. it T. Smith Co., Geneva. N. Y. Peonies only by the wholesale. Best 100 varieties. J. F. Roscnfield. West Point. Ne b. Peonies, Lucre tia Dewberry. Gilbert H. Wild. Sarcoxie. Mo. Peonies, sixteen acres. Write for prices. Gilbert H. Wild. Sarcoxie. Mo. Peonies. Let us know your wants. W^ag- ner Park Conservatories. Sidney, O, Peonies, a superb collection. Jackson & Perkins Co.. Newark. N. Y. PETUNIAS. Petunias. Dreer's double. 15 varieties, 2H- in.. 60c per doz.; $4 per 100; set of 15, 75c. Henry A. Dreer. Philadelphia. Petunias, dhl.. mixed colors. %'^ per 100. R. Vincent. Jr.. & .Sons. White Marsh. Md . Petunias, dbl.. 2-in.. $2 per 100. Eyer Bros., Chambersburg-, Pa. PRIMULAS. Primroses, nbconica. 3-in., $6 per 100' Baby, 2-in., $2.50 per 100. D. U. Augspurger & Sons Co.. Box 77S, Peoria, 111. Primula obconica. 2', -in.. %1 per 100- 300 for $5. J. c. Schmidt. Bristol. Pa. Primula obconica in fine bloom, 10c each Mosbaek Greenhouse Co.. Onarga. III. PRIVET. ,. SO.OOO California privet and Ampelopsis Veitehii, field-grown. Benj. Connell, Merch- antville. N. J. California privet. 12 to IS inches branched no per 1.000. Larger sizes at low rates' E. ^. Teas. Centerville. Ind. RHODODENDRONS. Rhododendrons, hybrids, fine varieties as Everistlanum. Caractacus, etc., nice plants 2-3 feet. 15-30 buds, $25 per 100. C Kerk- voorde, Wetteren, Belg ium. Rhododendrons, IS ins.. S to 12 buds $9 per doz.; 24 ins.. 12 to 15 buds. $12. Storrs & Harrison Co.. Painesville, O. Rhododendrons, $6, $!1. $12. $15 $1S per doz. Bobbink & Atkins. Rutherford. N. J. Rhododendrons. Jacs Smits, Ltd.. Naar- den. Holland, ROOTED CUTTINGS. Rooted Cuttings, prepaid: Heliotrope, SI Fuchsias, S kinds. $1. Paris daisies, vel- low and white. $1. Cuphea. 75c. Vinca Var., 90c. Coleus, 10 kinds, 60c. .\lter- nantheras. 3 kinds. 50c. .\geratums, 3 kinds 60c. Swainsona alba, $1. Dbl. petunias. 10 kinds, $1. Feverfew Gem. $1. Flowering begonias. 8 kinds, $1.25. Byer Bros., Cham- bersburg, Pa. Rooted Cuttings: Coleus, 10 varieties 60c per 100: $0 per 1,000. Salvias, 75c per 100; $6 per 1,000. Double Petunias, $1 per 100; $9 Per 1,000. Heliotrope. $1 per 100; ?9 per 1.000. Ageratum. 60c per 100: $4 per 1,000. Begonias (Gracilis). $1 per 100: $9 per 1,000. Birmingham Landscape and Nursery Co., P. O. Box 663, Birmingham, Ala. Rooted cuttings: Verbenas, 70c per 100; $6 per 1,000. Mums. $1.25 per 100; $10 per 1.000. Daisies, white and yellow, $1 per 100; SS per 1,000. Alyssum. SOc per 100; $7 per 1.000. Feverfew, $1.25 per 100. $10 per 1.000. Mme. Salleroi. $1.25 per 100; $10 per 1,000. C. Humfeld, Clay Center, Kans. ROSES. Roses, White Killarney, R. C . $6.50 per 100; $60 per 1,000; 2%-in., $S.50 per 100; $75 per 1,000; grafted, $14 per 100; $125 per 1.000. Pink Killarney, R. C. $4 per 100; $35 per 1.000; 2%-in.. $6 per 100; $55 per 1.000; grafted, $12 per 100; $110 per 1,000, My Maryland, R. C. $4 per 100; $35 per 1,000; 214-in.. $6 per 100; $55 per 1.000; grafted, $12 per 100; $110 per 1,000. Rich- mond. R. C, $3.50 per 100; $30 per 1.000; 2',4-in., $5.50 per 100; $50 per 1,000. Maids, Brides. R. C. $3 per 100; $25 per 1.000: 2%-in., $5 per 100; $45 per 1,000. Am. Beauties, R. C. $4 per 100; $35 per 1.000; 2%-in., $7 per 100; $65 per 1,000. Poehl- mann Bros. Co,. Morton Grove. HI. Roses, dormant stock. Crimson Rambler. 2-yr., branched, own roots. $2 per doz.: $15 per 100; 2-yr.. budded. $2 per doz.; S15 per 100; 3-yr., budded, $3 per doz.; $18 per 100; 4-yr., $10 per 100. Tausendschon, 2-yr., grafted, $3.50 per doz.; $25 per 100. Lady Gay, 2-yr., $3 per doz.; $20 per 100. White Baby Rambler. 3-in.. 15c each; 4-in.. 25c each; $2.50 per doz.; $20 per 100. Baby Rambler. 1st size, budded, 3-yr., $2.50 per doz.; $16 per 100; $150 per 1,000: 2nd size, grafted, 2-yr., $2 per doz.; $12 per 100: $100 per 1,000; pot-grown, 2J/2-in., 75c per doz.,; $5 per 100; 3-in., $1.25 per doz.; $S per 100: 4-in.. $2 per doz.; $12 per 100. Vaughan's Seed Store. Chicago and N. Y. -AMERICAN BEAUTIES, 2-year-oId bench plants, $7 per 100. Strongly rooted Brides. Maids, Golden Gates, select 2 and 3-eye cuttings, $1.50 per 100. GULLETT & SONS. Lincoln. 111. Roses, dormant field-grown, own roots. Sweetheart, T, Blumschen, La Fiamma. Trier, D. Perkins, Lady Gay, Debutante. Hiawatha. 12c each. Tausendschon. Barbier. 20c. Dingee & Conard Co., "West Grove, Pa , Roses rooted cuttings. Am. Beauty, $4 per 100; $35 per 1,000. Pink Killarnev. $2.50 per 100; $20 per 1.000. Richmond. Bride, $1.50 per 100; $12 per 100. Geo. Reinberg. 51 "U'abash .\ve.. Chicago. Roses, grafted and own root, Killarney, Richmond, My Maryland, White Killarney. Kaiserin. Bride and Bridesmaid. ■^'. H. Elliott. Brighton. Mass. If You Do Not Find What Yon Nead bi Our Ready Reference Department, Write Us About it 202 The American Florist, Feb. i^. Rose Flower of Fairfield, 3 to shoots. $11 per 100; $100 per 1,000: 5 or more shoots, $15 per 100. Schultheis Bros.. Bad- Nauheim, Germany. hoses, tor forcing, hybrid perpetuals and Ramblers. Jackson & Perkins Co., New- ark. N. Y. Roses, on own roots, budded, bedding, H. Ps.. hybrids and teas. W. & T. Smith Co.. Geneva, N. Y. Taft rose, 2iA-in., $15 per 100. J- .M- McCullough's Sons Co., 316 Walnut St.. Cm- cinnati, O. ^ Roses. Bride, Maid, Golden Gate, 3-in.. $5 per 100. Geo. M. Emmans. Newton, N. J Roses. Newport Fairy, 60c each; $20 per 100. Julius Roehrs Co., Rutherford, N. J . Roses, leading varieties. Leedle Floral Co., Springfield. Ohio. ^ ^ Roses. Geo. A. Kuhl. Pekin, 111. Roses, 3-in. Wood Bros.. Fishkill. N. Y. SALVIAS. Salvia, good strong stock. 2%-in., $2.60 per 100. named varieties. Mosbaek Green- house Co., Onarga, 111. SEEDS. Seeds, sweet peas, tomatoes. Lima beans, lettuce, asters, cosmos and other flower seeds. John Bodger & Sons. Gardena. Calif. Seeds, beans, cucumber, tomato, radish, pea. muskmelon. squash, watermelon, sweet corn. S. M. Isbell & Co., Jackson. Mich. Seeds, lettuce, onions, sweet peas, aster, cosmos, mignonette, verbena. Waldo Roh- nert. Gllroy. Calif. . Seeds, sweet peas. Anton Zvolanek. Boundbrook. N. J- Seeds growers for the wholesale trade only. Braslan Seed Growers' Co.. San Jose. Calif. California seed contracts. Klmberlin Seed Co.. Santa Clara. Calif. ^__ Seeds of all kinds. A. T. Boddlngton. 342 W. 14th St.. New York. SMUAX. I Smllax plants. 2y4-ln.. $1.50 Per 100; $12 per 1.000. Skidelsky & Irwin Co., 1215 Betz Bldg., Philadelphia. Pa. Smilax. 2-in., $1.25 per 100. Byer Bros.. Chambersburg. Pa. Stnllax. Wood Bros.. Fishkill. N. Y. Seeds. Aiyssum Carpet Queen, $5 per oz. ; tr pkt. 25c. Phlox Dwarf Fireball, oz., $2.60; tr pkt.. 35c; Roseball. oz.. $2; tr. pkt.. 30c'; Snowball, oz., $3; tr. pkt., 40c; Cicily oz.. $2.60; tr. pkt.. 35c; Salvia Fire- ball oz.. $4; tr. pkt., 50c; King of Scarlets, oz , $10; tr. pkt., 60c; Zurich, oz., $S; tr. p kt.. 60c. O. V. Zangen, Hoboken, N. J. Seeds. Sprengeri, 76o per MOO seeds. Petunias dbl. fringed, trade pkt.. $1; smgle. 50c; California giants, 50c. Salvia Zurich, oz.. $5; Triumph, oz.. $5. Moon flower, white. 35c. W. C. Beckert. 103 Federal St.. North Side, Pittsburg, Pa. Seeds, Lobelia Crystal Palace compacta. Salvia, Splendens and Bonfire, Centaurea Gym. Cobea scandens. Mignonette. N. Y. Market. Begonia Vernon, Dracena indivisa. Primula Chinensis. Schizanthus Wisetonensis Onion Ailsa Craig. Tomato The Don, Weeber & Don. 114 Chambers St.. New York. Seed, fringed petunias, dbl., 75c per 500 seeds; $1.60 per 1,000; single. 50c per trade pkt.. $1 per 1-16 oz.. $1.60 per Ys oz. Henry A. Dreer. Philadelphia. Onion sets. White Bottom, Yellow Bot- tom, Red Bottom. Winterson's Seed Store, 45 Wabash Ave., Chicago. Seeds, onion, lettuce, sweet peas, carrot, celery, leek, mustard, parsley, parsnip, rad- ish, salsify. C. C. Morse & Co., 48-66 Jack- son St., San Francisco, Calif. Seeds, beans, peas, sweet corn, onion, beet, turnip, etc. The Everett B. Clark Seed Co., Milford, Conn.; Bast Jordan, Mich.; Sister Bay, Wis. Seeds, Cauliflower and cabbage. Hjalmar Hartman & Co., 31 Barclay St.. New York, and 12 Stormgade. Copenhagen. Seeds, Phoenix Roebeleni. Sander, T. Mellstrom, Representative, 235 Broadway, New York. Seeds, specialties: Stocks, pansies, cycla- mens, etc. Pape & Bergemann, Quedllnburg, German y. Seed, perennial rye grass, lb., 6c: 100 lbs.. $6.60. The Avenue Floral Co.. 3442 St. Charles Ave., New Orleans. La. Seed, pansy. 1.000 seeds. 25c; 1 oz.. $2.25. H. Wrede. Luneburg. Germany. Seeds, sweet peas. Christmas Pink and Denze r. $2 lb. Chas. H. Totty. Madison. N. J. Seed?, flower. Frederick Roemer. Qued- llnburg. Germa ny. Seeds all kinds. Bridgman's Seed Ware- house, 37 E. 19th St., New York. Seeds, asters. James Vlck's Sons, Roches- ter. N. Y. _^_ Seeds. Landreth Seed Establishment, Bloomsdale Farms, Bristol. Pa. Seeds, Vlck's Quality. James Vlck's Sons. Rochester, N. Y. Seeds of all kinds. W. W. Johnson & Son. Ltd.. Boston. England. Seeds, all kinds. J. M. Thorburn & Co., 33 Barclay St., New York. Vegetable seeds, plants, sold direct. Cata- logue free. Click Seed Farms. Lancaster. P a. Seed, asters. Vlck & Hill, Box 46r3. Rochester. N. Y. Seeds, garden, field and flower. S. D. Woodruff & Sons. 82-84 Dey St.. New York. Contract Growers. Seeds, peas, beans. Alfred J. Brown Seed Co.. Grand Rapids. Mich. Seeds, fleld. garden and flower. Rout- zahn Seed Co.. Arroyo Grande, Calif. SPntEAS. Spireas. J. Smlts, Ltd., Naarden. Holland. VEGETABLE PLANTS. Vegetable plants. Cabbage. Wakefield and Succession. $1 per 1.000; $8.60 per lO.OOO. Parsley. 25c per 100; $1.26 per 1.000. Let- tuce. Big Boston. Boston Market. Grand Rapids. $1 per 1,000. R. Vincent. Jr., & Sons Co., White Marsh, Md. VERBENAS. Verbenas, rooted cuttings, our selection, 750 per 100; $6 per 1000; Plants, 2H-in, our selection, $2.50 per 100; $20 per 1000; R C purchaser's selection, 90c per 100, $8 per 1000; plants, 2 "4 -in., $3 per 100; $25 per 10 00. J. L. Dillon, Bloomsburg, Pa. , Verbenas, R. C. 70c per 100; $6 per 1,0U0. S. P. Brant, Clay Center, Kans. Lemon Verbena, 2-ln., $2 per 100. R- Vincent. Jr.. & Sons Co.. White Marsh. Md. VINCAsl Vlnca minor, the hardy vlnca for ceme- tery planting and under trees, where grass will not grow; well rooted layers, $1.50 per 100- JIO |er 1,000. B. Y. Teas. CentervlUe. Ind! . Vlnca variegated, flrst-class R. C. $1 per 100. prepaid. Cash. C. C. Beingesser. Lorain, O. ^ ' Vlnca variegated. 2>4-ln.. $2.60 per 100. Mosbaek Greenhouse Co.. Onarga. 111. Vlnca vai., 2-In., $2 per 100. Jos. H. Cunningham. Delaware. O. Vlnca Variegated, fleld. $4 per 100. F. C. Rl ebe, Webster. Mass. . VIOLETS. VIOLETS. Baronne A. de Rothschild Is making good everywhere, as the most free and most fragrant single in cultivation. Size and stem eoual to Princess, color a shade darker. Booted runners or divisions, ready In April. Book your order now. at $6 per 100: $60 ner 1.000. F. W. Fletcher Co.. Auburndale. Mass. Violets. Princess of Wales, B per 100. F. C. Rl ebe, Webster, Mass. ^__ Violets. Wood Bros., Fishkill, N, Y. W HOLESALE CUT FLOWERS. Commission Dealas. Allen, J. K.. 106 W. 28th St.. New York. Aml lng. E. C. 32-36 Randolph St.. Chicago. Bernlng, H. G.. 1402 Pine St., St. Louis. Deamud, J. B. Co., 51 Wabash Ave., Chl- cago. Denver Wholesale Florist Co., 1433-3B Cali- fornia St., Denver, Colo. Flower Growers' Market, 60 Wabash Ave., Chicago. Ford Bros., 48 W. 28th St.. New York. Froroent. Horace E.. 67 W. 28th St.. N. Y. Guttman. Alex J.. 34 W. 28th St.. N. Y. Holton & Hunkel Co.. 462 Milwaukee St., Milwaukee, Wis. H unt, E. H.. 76 Wabash Ave., Chicago. Kennleott Bros. Co.. 48-60 Wabash. Chicago. Kessler Bros.. 60 W. 28th St.. New York. Keuhn. C. A.. 1122 Pine St.. St. Louis. Mo. Krucht en. John. 51 tVabash Ave.. Chicago. Kyle & Foerster. 51 Wabash Ave.. Chicago. Langjahr. Alfred H.. 55 W. 28th St.. N. Y. McCallum Co.. 937 Liberty Ave.. Pittsburg. McCullough's Sons Co.. J. M.. 316 Walnut St.. Cincinnati. O. McKeiiar. Chas. W.. 51 Wabash. Chicago. McKlsslck. W. E. & Bros.. 1619-21 Ranstead St.. Philadelphia. Moore, Hentz & Nash, 55-57 W. 26th St., New York. Michigan Cut Flower Exchange. 30-40 Broadway. Detroit. Mich. Mlllang. Aug.. 41 W. 28th St.. New York. Mlllang. Chas.. 444 6th Ave., cor. 27th St., New York. Murdoch & Co.. J. B.. 714 Penn Ave., Pitts- burg. Pa. Murphy. William. 311 Main St.. Cincinnati. NIessen Co.. Leo. 1208 Arch St., Phlla. N. Y. Cut Flower Ex., Coogan Bldg., 6th Ave. and W. 26th St.. New York. Pittsburg Cut Flower Co., 222 Oliver Ave.. Pittsburg. Pittsburg Florists' Exchange, 217-233 Dia- mond St.. Pittsburg. Pa. PoUworth. C. C. Co.. Milwaukee. Wis. Randall, A. L. Co., 19 Randolph St., Chi- cago. Rice Bros., 128 n! 6th StTi Minneapolis, Minn. , Raynor, John I., 49th and W. 28th St., New York. Sheridan, Walter F.. 39 W. 28th St.. N. Y. Sllnn. B. S.. 55-57 W. 26th St.. New York. Smith & Co.. W. C, 1316 Pine St., St. Louis. rraendly & Schenck. 44 W. 28th St., N. T. Vaughan & Sperry, 52-54 Wabash, Chicago. Welch Bros., 226 Devonshire St., Boston. iVlnterson, E. F. Co.. 45-49 Wabash. Chicago- Young. C. & Sons. 1406 Olive St.. St. Louis, foung & Nugent. 42 W. 28th St.. New York. Zech & Mann., 51 Wabash Ave.. Chicago. Growers^ Bassett & Washburn. 76-78 Wabash Ave.. Chicago. Bruns. H. N.. 1049-11 W. Madison. Chicago. Budlong. J. A.. 37-39 Randolph St., Chl- cago. Dayton Floral Co., Dayton, O. Elliott. W. H.. Brighton. Mass. Hill. The E. G. Co.. Richmond. Ind. Krueger Bros.. Toledo. O. Poehlmann Bros.. 36-37 Randolph. Chicago. Reln berg. Geo.. 61 Wabash Ave., Chicago. Relnberg. Peter. 35 Randolph St.. Chicago. Welland & OUnger. 128 E. 3d St.. Cincln- nati. O. Weiland & Risch, 59 Wabash Ave.. Chicago. Wl etor Bros.. 51 Wabash Ave.. Chicago. Wlttbold. Geo. Co., 1657 Buckingham PI., Chicago. ^_ RETAIL CUT FLOWERS. Albany, N. Y.— H. G. Eyits. U K. Pearl St. Anderson, S. C. — The Amleioon Floral Co.. 533 Marshall Ave. Atlanta. Ga. — Atlanta Fioral Co.. 41 Peach- tree St. Baltimore. Md. — Z. D. Biacl^alou,-. 1601 Eu- taw PI. Boston. Mass. — Hoffman, florist, 59 Massa- chu setts Ave. _^ Brooklyn. N. Y. — Bobt. G. Wilson, Fulton St. and Green Ave. Buffalo, N. Y. — W. J. Palmer & Son, 304 Main St. Chicago — Hauswirth. Florist, Auditorium Annex. Chicago— Wlttbold, Florist, 1657 Bucking- ham PI. Cincinnati. O. — Julius Baer. 138 E. 4th St. Colorado Springs. Colo. — Frank F. Crump. Dayton. O. — Matthews. 16 W. 3d St. Denve r. Colo. — Daniels & Fisher. Denver. Colo. — The Park Floral Co. Detroit. Mich. — John Breltmeyer's Sons, cor. Mi ami and Gratiot Aves. Indianapolis, Ind. — Bertermann Bros. Co., 241 Mass. Ave. Kansas City, Mo.— Geo. M. Kellogg Flower and Plant Co.. 906 Grand Ave. Also P leasant Hill. Mo. Kansas City- S. Murray. 1017 Broadway. Los Angeles. Calif.- J. W. Wolfskin. 218 W. 4th St. If You Do Kot Find What You Need in Our Ready Reference Department, Write Us About It igio. The American Florist. 203 Evergreen Brand Flower Fertilizer. A Pure Plant Food immediatdy available. It permanently enriches the soil. It prevents the on- slaught of plant diseases or insect pests. Can be used at any time during the growing season, drv or in solution. Put up in 12 pound cans. Price, $2.00 each. For Sale By Leading Jobbers. Further information can be obtained from D. D. JOHNSON GO. MANUFACTURERS. 64=66 Wabash Ave., CHICAGO. TO USERS OF Aphine Please note the following modifica- tions in directions for applying, which, if carefully followed, will prove effect- ive for the destruction of all insects. Green, Black and White Fly. 1 part .\PHIXK to 3-5 to 40 parts water. Red Spider, Thrips and Slugs. 1 part Aphink to 20 to 26 parts water. Mealy Bug, White and Brown Scale. 1 part Aphixk to 12 to 16 parts water. $2,50 per gallon Aphine Manufacturing Company MADISON. N. J. THE BEST Bug Killer and Bloom Saver For PROOF Write t* P. H PALETHORPE COMPANY. Owensboro, K; KNIVES. 1 ! Razor steel, hand forged, postpaid. Propa- gating. 50c; budding, 35c; grafting. 25c; pruning, 75c. Cat. free. Maher & Grosch Co., 91 A St.. Toledo. Ohio. MISCKLLANEOUS. Meyer green silkaline, $1.25 per lb., 8 spools to lb. Meyer violet thread for violets, $1.25 per doz. spools of 500 yards each. John C. Meyer Co.. 1449 Middlesex St.. Lowell, Mass. Rocking grate bar, saves 10 to 25 per cent coal. U. S. Rocking Grate Bar Co., 77 Jackson Blvd.. Chicago. Evergreen Brand Flower Fertilizer, $2 per can of 12 lbs. D. D. Johnson Co., 64 Wabash Ave., Chicago. Pillsbury's Carnation Staple, 50c per 1,000 postpaid. I. L. Pillsbury, Galesburg, 111. The Mastin Automatic Whitewash and Spraying machine. J. G. Mastin & Co.. S124 W. Lake St., Chicago. Superior Carnation staple, 50c per 1,000, postpaid. L. J. Waite. 293 Main St.. S^pring- fleld, Mass. Iron reservoir vases and lawn settees. McDonald Bros., Columbua. O. The ''Meyer Green Silkaline'' is the only Green Thread that should be used by florists and growers. It is guaranteed full weight and full measure. Also Violet Thread for tying up \'m- lets. Price of Ijoth, .$1,25 per l)i. express or freight paid in good sized orders. JOHN C. MEYER & CO., 1449 Middlesex st„ Lowell, Mass. The Mastin Automatic Whitewash and Spraying Machine Is Reliable, Practical and Durable Tlic tank is made ot ^'alvanizrd siicrt ster], and in brass. TliL' pump isof brass throuiifhout. simplt- aod pow.-iiul The mixing drvicc keeps the contents of the tank well stirred up from slart to finish. Wln-n the macliine is filled to within six inches of the top. a few strokes of the pu up wjll compress enouyh air in the tank to produce a continuous mist-like spray for 15 minutes. All parts are made to eauee and may be had for repairs. Ask vour deale-- about our Extension Hose, ^tension Rods, and the Mastin Whitewash Nozzle for Bord-aux mixture. Sold through Seedsmen, Dealers in Florists' and Poultry Supplies. J. G. MASTIN 6c CO , 3124 West Lake Si., CHICAGO, ILL. The Plorlsv Friend nicotine insecticide. Florist Friend Co., Owensboro. Ky. ORCHID PEAT, (Osmunda Fibre) Finest quality, hand cleaned, free from slicks and dirt. In chunks or handpicked ready for use. Also Rotted and Azalea Peats, Leaf Mold, Live or Baled Sphagnum Moss. Prices and samples on application. C. W. BROWNELL & CO., WALDEN, N. Y. ^ fLORISTS FRIEND I Florist's Friend A Nicotine Insecticide. Sure Deatli to Insects. i' > mCOTIKI j ii sECTicm i ( For sprayln i and Fumigatind- '■ FiMiGATiw ,'j Sold on aauaranteeto give *"iiiCT«it»Da| satisfaction. Write us tor prices and particulars FLORIST FRIEND CO,, Owensboro, Ky . Pulverized Slieep Manure, Sheep's Head Brand. Natural Guano Co., Aurora, 111. POTS, FANS, ETC. Pots, before buving write for prices. Geo. Keller & Sons. 2614-22 Herndon St.. Chi- cago^ "NUFF SED." Best red pots are made by Geo. E. Feustel, Falrport. Iowa. The Red Pot. C. C. Pollworth Co. All roads connect with Milwaukee. Pots, red standard. Paducah Pottery Co.. Paducah. Ky. Pots, florist red. Peters & Reed Pottery Co., Painesville. O. 1 Carman's Antipest INSECTICIDE AND FUNGICIDE For tile Garden, Orchard and Greenhouse NoD-poisonous and harmless to vegretation. Kills Green Fly. Apliides, Bark Lice. Thrips Mealy Bug, Red Spider, Scale, wire worms. Ants and Slu^s. Tills is the grower's Friend. Handy to use, cheap and eftective. mixes readily id water. Destroys all insect pests and keeps down filtii. Circulars on applica- cation. $1.50 per gallon. .oo«» Itl ^ Saves JO to 25° jf coal your boiler is of the J using. w^^ ^P Positive guarantee given ^ Send for circular "N" and our famous Lecture on Combustion. ^ U. S. ROCKING GRATE BAR CO., 77 Jackson Boulevard, CHICAGO. 1 For RELIABLE STOCK From RELIABLE DEALERS Keep Tab on Advts. in THE FLORIST igio. The American Florist. 205 A Gutter With a Reputation ^lAji^ CO., Ask the man who has tried them. For further particulars, write to GEO. M. GARLAND DKS PLAINES. ILL. Pillsbury's Carnation Staple Whv send out split carnations when you can mend 20 lor one cent ? No tools reouired. "They are the hest on the market. ' John ScHWFiCHi.HK. Florist. "They are superior to aoythine on the market for the purpose, ab we havu tri«-d them all." BHoAnWAV FLiiKALCn. 2,000 for $1.00, postpaid. I. L. PILLSBURY, Florist, Galesburg, 111. Holly Standard Circulator busy and watch results. SUB-TARGET GUN COMPANY Steam EnBineering Department. 316 Higb Street BOSTON. MASS. Crunped divisible Superior Carnation Staple (patent applied for,) For repairinu split carnations. 1000 for 50 cents Postpaid. L. J. WAITE, 293 Main St., Springfield, Mass. Omaha. TRADE UOOU. Business has been firm rigiit along since Ciiristmas. Roses are scarce and command good prices. Beauties are no good; carnations are o£ good qual- ity and plentiful; violets are plentiful now, but no surplus; they sold at $1.50 per 100 and went up for St. Valentine's day to $2 per 100. Bulbous stocic, jon- quils and narcissus are good, but tulips so far have been a failure and a big loss to the growers. It seems the bulbs were not ripe or dry enough to export from Holland last year and the growers in Holland ought to stand for part of the I0.S.S. We have passed through the hardest winter weather we ever had. From December 1 to January 10 we had continuous cold weather and no sun, and the coal men put the price way up; coal which sold for $2.35 f. o. b. here went up to $3.8.5 per ton. We paid a premium of at least $800 in six weeks; now coal is at normal rate again. For a while it looked as if we could not get any coal; it's notliing more than a holdup. We are having now the best kind of weather, plenty of sunshine and cold at night and it will soon tell on the roses. Pot plants were good all winter; azaleas, cycla- mens, cinerarias and primroses never looked so well and they sell well at Pipe & Fittings Woodwork Glass Boilers Attentlonll Glass BuyersII GREENHOUSE GLASS. Yon will save money if yon obtain car prices before yon buy. Quality A. No. 1. Prompt shipments. Hooker's Greenhouse White Paint The most durable white paint for this purpose. Etalf barrels, (26 gallons), per gal. $1.35. 6 gal. pails, per gal. $1.40 H. M. HOOKER COMPANY, Long Distance Phone Monroe 4994. WHOLESALE GLASS AND PAINTS, 651-659 Washington Boulevard, CHICAGO. Among Florists itis"THE MOREHEAD" !WHY?? DECAUSE it is giving them service they thought could not be bought ^^ for money. With an installation of a Morehead Return Steam Trap there begins a better growth of flowers, a more even temperature in your greenhouses, a decided decrease in your fuel bill and an infinite period of satisfaction. Let us put your name on our list of "satisfied users." Our "Trap Book" sent on request. MOREHEAD MT'G. CO., oept. N, Detroit, Mich. gniKl prices. We had some cunii'llius, but they are not a profitable plant to handle. Sweet peas are plentiful and nring $2 per 100. .VOTES. We have not heard of any one build- ing this year, except J. F. Wilcox, who has bought 1,800 boxes of glass. Hess & Swcdioda ma.v riluiild all their east nouses on the west side. 17 old houses. On February 2 our city lost one of its wealthiest citizens, and all the flor- ists were very busy. Among the many pieces was a casket cover of violets and sweet peas by Hess & Swohoda. GRIPI'E. 206 The American Florist. Feb. ig. i I \ Model Extension Carnation Support Made witii two m three cirdts. Ed- dorsed by all the Leading Camatioii Growers as the best support on market. P«t. July 27. '97. May 17, •« GALVANIZED WIRE ROSE STAKES. Write for prices befor« orderioff elsewhere. Prompt shipmsntguarantssd IGOE BROS., 266 North 9th St. BROOKLYN. N.T. B. BIYERSDORFEK & CO, „^I Florists* ^ Supplies. 1120 Arcll Street, PHILADELPHIA, FA Send foreur oew catalogue. Wired Toothpicks 10 000, $1.75: 50.000, $7 50. Manufactwed by WJ.COWEE, BERLIN, N.Y. Sample free. For sale by dealers. EAGLE WIRE WORKS Manufacturers of Wire Floral Designs and Specialties. Catalogue Free. 3238 Oniario St., CLEVELAND, O. Utk the door before the liorse i$ stolen, and insure your glass before it is brokin. PorparticulATO coocemlag H«U laonraace, %A4mn JOHN G. ESLER. Secretary REED & KELLER, 122 W. 25th St., NEW YORK. FLORIST'S SUPPLIES. We Manufactiirr tf are easy to kill with The Fumigating Kind Tobacco Powder $3.00 pet bag 1 00 lbs. Satisfaction guaranteed or money back) why try cheap aaostitutes tliat makers do not dare to guarantee ? THE H. A. STOOTHOFF CO.. MOUNT VERNON NEW YORIC. A ' - ► 1 CUT FLOWER BOXES EDWARDS FOLDING BOX CO MANUFACTURERS ' PHILADELPHIA. PA. j 4 ^y Florists' Refrigerators Write us for catalog and prices, stating size you require, and for what kind of cut flowers you wish to use the refrigorator: also statu whether you wish it for display or only for storage, McCray Refrigerator Co 960 Mill Street, KENDALLVnXI. IND igio. The American Florist. 207 I^OIS 46 9f HEWS STANDARD POTS POT MAKERS FOR 140 YEARS WORLDS LARGEST MANUFACTURERS Pearson Street, LONG ISLAND CITT, N.Y. WRITE FOR CATALOG AND DISCOUNTS. A. H. HEWS & CO. Eatabllshed CAMBRIDGE, 176S. MASS. 452-460 No Branch St., CHICAGO HI. All The Clay FOR OUR Florists' Red Pots Is prepared by passing thnough a screen 1600 meshes to the square inch. If in a hurry for pots order from us. We ship over five lines of railroad by river or interutban. Write for cataloeue showing all the articles we make for Sorists' use. THE PETERS & REED POHERY GO. Z ANE5VIU.E, OHIO. Standard Flower Pots! Packed id small crates, easy to handle Price per crate 1503 2-in.. in crate, $4.88 1500 IV, ■■ 5.25 1500 2H " 6.00 1000 3 5.00 S00 34 ■• 5.80 500 4 4.50 456 4H 5.24 3.0 5 4 St 210 5H 3 78 Price per crate 144 6 in., in crate, $3.i6 120 7 '■ 4.20 60 8 '• 3.00 HAND ItlADE 48 9-in.. incraie. $3 60 48 10 ■' 4.b0 24 11 ■■ 3.60 24 12 •• 4.80 12 14 ■' 4.80 6 16 ■• 4.50 Seed pans, sarae price as pots. Send for price list of Cylinders for Cut Flowers. Hang^in? Baskets. Lawn Vases, etc. Ten per cent off for cash with order. Address HILFINGER BROS. POTTERY: Fort Edward. N.Y. or AuGCST RoLKF.R & SoNS. New York Agents 31 Barclay Street, New York City. Glen Cove, N. Y. The regular meeting of the Nassau County Horticultural Society was held in Pembroke hall, February 9, with over 40 members present, and Presi- dent Duthie in the chair. Six appli- cations for mcinbership were received and C. H. Hyde. Roslyn. was elected a honorary member. The schedule tor the summer show was approved, date and place to be decided later. The dahlia show will be held Septem- ber 28, and the schedule for the same was accepted. Stumpp & Wal- ter Co. offered a silver cup for our fall show, and at our last dinner Geo. Burnet offered $25 as prizes for the same. The next meeting will be rose day, and three prizes are offered for best three white, three pink, and three any other color, respectively. Vice-president Reidenbach also of- fered $b for the best two vases of sweet J eas. Geo. Wilson's essay on "Carnations" was a treat for all. It certainly deserved a first place among writings on the same subject. Mes- srs. Mackenzie. Marshall and John- ston acted as judges and their decis- ion was as follows: Twelve white, V. Cleres. first, with " hite Enchantress; 12 pink, A. Rob- ertson, first, with Enchantress; 12 mixed. V. Cleres, first. Imperial, Wmsor and Enchantress. Cultural certificates were awarded to the fol- lowing members: W. Eccles, for vase of Winsor, also vase of Mrs. Chas. Knopf; Hf-nry Gaut, for vase of sweet peas; E. Reidenbach, for two beauti- ful cyclamens; A. Robertson, for vase of Enchantress. Honorable mention Use Mr pateit koi BeDch Fittings and Roof Supports. ^ IMPROVEOj "' JENNINGS IRON GUTTER. IMPROVED VAPORIZING PANS ror Tobacco btracta, etc. Send tor areolar*. DILLER, CASKEY & KEEN, I. W. earner Sbrtk and Bcrti SIreeta PMLADELPHIA. VEMTILATIIIS APPARATUS. Standard Flower Pots Por«iity ud Streocth UasnrpaMed. Write for prlcaa, A. F. KOHR 2934-36-38 Uavitt St., CHICAGO Those Red Pots "STANDARDS" Full size and wide boitoms. BULB PANS and AZALEA POTS DETROn FLOWER POT M'F'Y HARRY BALSLEY Delrr>it. Mich. Rep. 490 Howard St. 6E0. KELLER & SON, Manufacturers of Red Pots Before buying write for prices. 2614-2022 Hemdon SL, CHICAGO. was awarded to F. Petroccia for a plant of Primula Kewensis and to E. Reidenbach for a vase of freesias. At the next meeting, E. Johnston will give us an account of his travels across the sea during his last vaca- tion. O. E. A. Denver. Business, since the new year has been very brisk; but roses have been off crop; carnations have also been scarce, bringing at wholesale from four to six cents and roses from six to 15. Roses are still scarce. The weather has been very severe the past week. The wife of N. A. Benson, 1360 South Sherman avenue, died February 7 and was buried February 11 at 2 o'clock. There was one of the finest displays of designs, artistic bouquets, etc., that one would wish to see any- where. Funeral services were held at Koran's undertaking parlors, in the chapel, and was attended by all of the retailers and growers of the town. During Mrs. Benson's long illness from tuberculosis Mr. Benson has been won- derfully devoted to his wife. He is one of the most prominent and popular men in the trade and has had the sym- pathy of all in his wife's illness and death. Iron Reservoir Vases AND LawnSettees Manufactured by McDonald BROS., COLUMBUS, O. The largest manu- facturers of these goods in America Send for catalogue Mention the American Florist when writing SYRACUSE RED POTS Prompt shipments guar anteeU. We have a large stock of well made and burned pots on band for the trade of 19tO. Our terms are as eood as the bast. Our catalogue on app lie SYRACUSEPOTTERYCO., SYRACUSE, N. Y. Kramer's Pot Hangers For sale by Wholesale Seedsmen, Florists and Supply Dealers. Price. $1.00 per dozen by express, dozen by mail, $1.25. mple I. N. KRAMER & SON, Cedar Rapids, lOwa The Colorado Florists' Club met February 10; the meeting night is the second Thursday in the month. Emil Glauber and J. A. Valentine have just returned from the carnation convention. T. D. Long, of the Elitch's Gardens, is in New York at present on business. Platte. 208 The American Florist, Feb. ig, Why Not? repair vour split or leaky pipes with Ideal Pipe Clamps Manufactured by WM. MOLL, 1664 Columbus Rd., CLEVELAND, O. Seattle, Wash. Trade for the month of January was very dull, the weather being cold and cloudy and flowers were scarce; carnations are very weak- stemmed yet. A few bright, sunny days will soon start business up again. bn the evening of January 24, a ma- jority of the members of the Florists' Society met at the College inn, corner Pike street and Third avenue, and had a very enjoyable smoker. The chair was occupied by J. W. Thomp- son, superintendent of parks, and president of the society. After eating and drinking of the best, a hearty vote of thanks was returned to George An- tenen, proprietor of the Seattle Floral Co., for the able manner in which ho got up the entertainment, he being a committee of one to look after the eatables, etc., for the occasion. After the tables were cleared the president asked those present what they in- tended to do with the society, whether to dissolve or to start and see if we could not make good. It was talked over by all present and voted to dis- solve the society and empty the treas- ury as the dollars there were rusty and in the near future to call all inter- ested in floriculture and horticulture to become members of a new society and have a good live healthy club of young active members who will en- thuse new life into it and make it a credit to one of the best cities on the Pacific coast. It only needs a good chrysanthemum show to get the public interested in cut flowers and plants. J. O. R. Oslo, Fla. The cold weather during the early part of January did great damage in some sections here, more to the pine- apples on the east coast than any- where else. Oranges were not hurt below 27° of latitude, but in the north- ern part of the state most of the fruit is frozen and unfit for shipment. Truckers generally have had very poor results this year. Axel Hallstrom returned February 1 from a very pleasant visit to Scandi- navia. He says he finds that con- ditions over there are away behind those obtaining in this country. The climate there is not so good for cut- flower growing, but trade, generally, was good, especially in bulbous flowers. H. Cambridge, Mass. — John E. Mc- Kenzie is now recovering from a dis- abled foot from which he has been suffering all winter. These are the hjutes, 16J x 30, 7-foot sides, at Baldwin, L. I. Never Had a Broken Glass, While his Neighbor's Houses Nearly Blew Down It was durini,' oDu of thcM- near bli/zards this nmntfi. Mr. Geo. ^cliuneinan's houses are open to a clear Wind sweep for milos. When our man wtni d wn after the storm thiTC wasn't a craiked Klass in all iliree hous.-s. and they were as clear ot snow aod ice "s on a summer's day. The other fellow had a truss house (not an extra wide one. either.) When the wind struck his house, he thoucrht sure it was eoiokf down— now he has planted n windbreak to savf if. It s these straight from the shoulder fads brought out by real tests that show just how good and and staunch the Hitch'nys houses are, It will pay you many times over to put up Hitchini,'s houses Let us hear from ?ou. Hitchings 8l Company' 170 Broadway New York Elizabeth, N. J. NOW IS THE TIME The King Iron Frame Construction Is acknowledged the best. Minimum Shade. Maximum Strength. "ASK THE MAN WHO HAS ONE" ' todirane & McKav. Cliicaso. Ill , nvo 21 it by 141 (t. . ., II. E. .\splin. Rocky River. (J., £4 it. by l,Dft. Win. Kriegler Lansiri;. Mich . 78 ft. by 100 ft. C. F. Maler. Denver. Colo., two 2l ft. bv lOj It. F Te^erler. Denver. Colo.. 25 ft. hy 125 ft. C Brehmer. t'hillicothe. O.. 42 ft. by 175 ft. F. Wltthuhn, Cleviland, O . 30 ft. bv 66 ft. I''. F. Crump. Coloratio SpriogB, Colo.. 21 ft. bv ISO ft. F. Holbere. Denver. Colo., three 25 It by 125 ft. Walla Walla Floral Co.. Walla Walla. Wash.. two 32 ft. bv 100 ft. Scientific in Principle. Practical in Operation. Less Expensive to Erect Than Wood. King Construction Co., Worth Tonawanda, N. Y. "GREENHOUSE MATERIAL" 5 - 72x20 Tubular Boilers. 2 - 64x14 Tubular Boilers. 2 - 42x10 Fire Box Boilers 2 - 72x18 Tubular Boilers. 3 - 42x12 Tubular Boilers. 1 - 36x12 Fire Box Boiler. 6 - 60x16 Tubular Boilers. 2 - 36x10 Tubular Boilers. 1 - 36x10 Fire Box Boiler. 1 - 60x14 Tubular Boiler. 2 - 48x14 Fire Box Boilers. 2 - 30x 8 Fire Box Boilers. 2 - B4xl6 Tubular Boilers. 3 - 48x12 Fire Box Boilers. All of the above in good condition, for heating service only. Louisiana Red Cypress Hot Bed Sasli 20,000 Glazed Hot Bed Sash, painted, .'5x6 ft., 1st quality soft Pine Each $ 1.50 40,000 Glazed "Louisiana Red Cypress" sash, 3x6 ft., best quality Each 1.65 Complete Hot Bed Outfits, including .subframe, top frame and sash, 6x6 ft., 34-in. deep Each i.9b Send lor our new 500-page Catalog No. 47. Free upon request. CHIGA60 HOUSE WRECKIN6 CO., 35th aad \m Sts.. Chicago. The Standard Steam Trap Has established a record far above that of any other trap for florists; being very simple, dur- able and easily taken care of. Catalogues of the Trap, Duplex (gj Gutter, and SUndard VentUat- Ing Machinery, mailed free upo» application. E. HIPPARD, Younistown,0. IHeAmerig/^ RmETica is "the Prniv of the IIbsseI: therB may be mare comfart . ,..--J--.-ps, hut we are the Srst ta touch Unknown Seas,' Vol. XXXIV. CHICAGO AND NEW YORK, FEBRUARY 26, 1910. No. 1134 TheMerican Florist TWKNTT-FIFTH YEAB. Copyright, 1910, by American Florist Company. Entered as Second-Class Matter Nov. 11, 1891, at the Post OflQce at Chicago, Illinois, under act of March 3," 1879. Published Eveet Satokdat et AMERICAN FLORIST COMPANY, 324 Dearborn St., Chicago, Long Distance Phone : Harrison 7465. Eastern Office : 1 133 Broadway, New York. PbUadelphla, Fa.: Robt. KUt, 1 725 Chestnut St. Registered Cable Address : Amello, Chicago. Subscription, United States and Mexico, $1.00 a year; Canada, $2.00; Europe and Countries in Postal Union, $2.50. Subscriptions accepted only from the trade. Vol- umes half yearly from August, 1901. Address all correspondence, subscriptions, etc., American Florist Co., 324 Dearborn St., Chicago. SOCIETY OF AMERICAN FLORISTS AND ORNAMENTAL HORTICULTURISTS. Officers — F. R. Pierson. Tarrytown. N. Y.. Pres.; Fred W. Vick. Rochester, N. Y., Vice' Pres.; H. B. Dorner. Urbana. 111.. Sec'y; Wm. F. K-\sting. Buffalo, N. Y.. Treas. Next meeting at Rochester. N. Y.. August. 1910. Second National Flower Show. Boston. Mass., March, 1911. THE AMERICAN CARNATION SOCIETY. Next annual convention and exhibition at Boston. Mass.. March. 19U Fred. Burki, Pittsburg. Pa.. President: A. F. J. Baur. Thirty- eighth St. and Senate Ave., Indianapolis. Ind., Secretary. AMERICAN ROSE SOCIETY. Ntzt annual meeting and exhibition at New York. March 16-18, 1910. Aug. Poehlmann. Cbicigo. President; Benjamin Hammond, Fisb- killon- Hudson. N. Y., Secretary. AMERICAN PEONY SOCIETY. Seveoth annual meeting at Horticultural Hall . Boston. Mass.. June 19i0. B. H. Farr. Reading. Pa., Pres.; A. H. Fewkes, Newton Highlands. MasB. Sec'y. Turn Your Surplus StocKs Into Cash By Advertising In the Ready Reference Department. See Page 249. TBE WEEK AT PEACEFUL VALLEY By The Optimist. A Busy Time. There is plenty of work to keep all hands busy. With thousands of small plants needing a shift, cuttings going into the sand and coming out, seed- lings to be pricked out, together with the regular routine, there are not many leisure moments. In repotting our geraniums, we had started throw- ing away the tops, as we did not need them, and we were so badly over- stocked that we were tired of the sight of geraniums, but we had a chance to sell a few thousand unrooted cut- tings, and the chance made us as happy as the finding of so much money. Wonder if that wouldn't be about the best way to handle geran- ium cuttings, that is, sell them un- rooted! Surely it would seem best for the purchaser. Geranium cuttings can be shipped anywhere, if not more than 48 hours enroute, packed dry and light, and arrive in about the right condition to go right into 2-inch pots. The purchaser pays a minimum price and roots the plants himself. Years ago we used to buy unrooted geran- ium cuttings from the late Mrs. Theodosia B. Shepherd, in California, but the shipper persisted in wrapping them in damp moss, with tlie conse- quence that the cuttings were mostly rotten when received. If they had been wrapped dry, in waxed paper, I have little doubt they would have come through in good condition. • me Boston Club. There was a nice show of new va- rieties at the carnation meeting of the Boston Florists' and Gardeners' Club, February 15. Among those that at- tracted special attention were Mrs. C. W. Ward and Alma Ward, the latter a grand flower, though I was told by an expert that the blooms shown did not come up in size to exhibits of the same variety made some years ago. Another white that took my eye was Granite State, from Brother Buxton, Nashua, N. H. I like its shape, size, and especially its fragrance. If it looks as good to me when ready for introduction, I will buy at least a dozen of it. Other varieties sliown in good form were May Day (evidently a fine thing for the retail grower), Shasta, Red Prince, and several prom- ising seedlings from M. A. Patten and A. Roper. Parcels Post. Resolutions protesting against gov- ernment free seed distribution and in favor of a parcels post were adopted at the meeting. Of course resolu- tions passed by this club, or any other organization, can do no harm, and may help a little bit. But in my humble opinion the way to materially advance either cause would be by di- rect appeal of the individual voter to the individual congressman. One let- ter, or a dozen letters, might be ig- nored by your servant and congress- man, but if he were to receive an avalanche of thousands of letters, say on the subject of parcels post, he would probably wake up to the fact that there was "something doing." Will your congressman ever receive such an avalanche of letters? Not in your lifetime, gentle reader. The free and independent citizen is too busy grumbling about these matters to have time to write such a letter. Novelties. As usual we, this year, bought seeds of a number of novelties from Europ- ean seedsmen, and, also as usual, we found the percentage of germination very low. Why is it that invariably seeds of standard varieties from Eu- ropean sources give a percentage of 70 to 90, while the novelties rarely give 25 per cent germination? If you can't afford to give us 15 good seeds for 25 cents, gentlemen, why then charge us 50 cents, but please don't give us five live seeds and 10 dead ones. That Saucy Meat Trust. We've been having a meat boycott around Boston the past few weeks and the result would be laughable if it were not rather pathetic, as showing the utter helplessness of the people — that is, the easy-going American peo- 210 The American Florist. Feb. 26, pie, not necessarily all peoples — when engaged in a contest with their rulers. The No Meat club obtained a fabulous number of signatures to an agreement to buy no meat for two weeks. The next move was by the trust who promptly cut down the shipments of meats to Boston one-half and at the same time advanced the prices. They also more than doubled the shipment of cattle to Liverpool, from the port of Boston, as compared with the two weeks preceding. No pretence there, you see, that prices are governed by the law of supply and demand. Was there ever a more arrogant challenge to the people? Aren't you rather proud to be one of such a people? As to The Optimist, the more he sees of some people the more he respects his dog. The Spring Business. Indications, for this part of the country, point to a big spring trade, but with supplies considerably in ex- cess of all requirements. Wholesale prices have ruled exceptionally high for the past two months. There 'has been a pronounced shortage of good carnations, roses, and bulbous flowers of all kinds. I think the average for January, 1910. breaks the record for any January within my memory. If the growers had a smaller cut the ad- vanced prices certainly made up. This shortage points to a greatly increased output in the weeks to come. The plants that were off crop in January will produce the goods in March. Re- tailers will welcome the return of more moderate prices. There is neither fun nor money in retailing flowers when prices are at the top notch. On the other hand a pro- nounced glut is deprecated by grower and dealer alike. It cheapens the business as well as the flowers. That a glut of violets is already here is evidenced by the advertisement of a large department store, offering a bunch of 50 violets, with foil, cord, special box, and free delivery, for 50 cents. Asparagus Plumosus Injured. Ed. Amebican Florist: — What causes the injury to the Aspar- agus plumosus enclosed? There are centipedes in the bed. Would they cause it? C. A. M. Malnutrition is probably the cause of the poor color in the fronds of as- paragus sent, but what has caused this we cannot say without knowing anything of the treatment given. We do not think that centipedes would cause the injury. Two little or too much water causes a yellow shade, the one because of too little moisture be- ing supplied to the plant's system, the other, by making the roots inactive, weakening them and preventing their carrying out their proper functions. The browned tips may have been caused by excessive fumigation or ow- ing to general weakness of the plant. Anything that prevents free root ac- tion, say a close, heavy, moist soil or one through which air and water can- not move freely will cause the growth to be unsatisfactory. "C. A. M." will be the best judge as to what is wrong in his case. G. THE RETAIL TRADE Basket ot Azalea and Lilies. SEE SUPPLEJIENT WITH THIS ISSUE. Azaleas are among the brightest and showiest of pot plants, either for in- dividual use or for using in connection with other plants in baskets. Alone they have the fault of being rather flat and they need something lighter and more graceful to relieve this. Among the best things we know for this pur- pose are rambler roses in colors, that do not clash with those of the azaleas, Easter lilies and most of the varieties of bulbous stock, such as narcissi and daffodils, hyacinths, tulips and others. Plenty of green plants are also neces- sary to prevent the garish effect which is produced by the use of azaleas alone. Graceful little palms of the cocos and areca order, Panicum pli- catum or any other" fairly tall, slender- growing subjects are fine for use in the center of the baskets, while for the edges, small ferns of the pteris or ribbon order, pretty little pieces of silk oak, or even Cj'perus alternifolius are suitable. The demand for baskets is largest around Christmas and Easter, and there is a disposition on the part of customers to prefer them rather more closely filled than is best, from an ar- tistic standpoint. This crowding is bad in two ways: It uses more stock than is necessary and has not so good an effect, but retailers are powerless in the matter when those who are "pay- ing the piper" reserve the right to "call the tune." The only thing to do the needs and likings of those who are paying for them. The customer may like a basket stuffed so full that hardly a plant in the lot can be picked out or seen in- dividually. We have heard people gush over the beauty of an old- fashioned bouquet in which the flow- ers were so closely jammed that one could hardly ^sert a lead pencil be- tween them. Their wishes have to be met, but this does not prevent a re- tailer endeavoring to lead up to some- thing better, provided it is done in a tactful way, almost by suggestion, as it may be termed. Each plant in a basket, like each flower in a bouquet, should be so placed that it can be seen individually and is not part of a con- glomeration of leaves and flowers without rhyme or reason. Always have such baskets on show, but be prepared to make the other (any other) kind that customers may fancy. fl Some Good Window Displays. The illustrations on pages 212-213 show two pretty window displays put up by the Idle Hour Nurseries, Macon, Ga. The one in which the church is shown was a Thanksgiving window. The church was made of wood with trimmings of rattan, the stained glass window in the end being colored w'ith paints of different tints. Green moss was used over old boxes to form the hill on which the church stood and Japanese gravel was used for the walk, cork bark for the rocks, rattan for the fence, and on the card was written "Thanksgiving services 11:30 and 7. All welcome,"' Dolls were used Vancouver, Wash. — A. Hanson has sold his business and greenhouses to L. Gillott. PILLOW OF VIOLETS AND EASTER LILIES WITH VIOLET RIBBON. By Voung & Nugent. Nrw York. is to put up a few baskets in a more artistic manner, i. e., less crowded, and let customers choose between these and the heavier arrangements they are used to see. In a great many in- stances, especially with the better class of customers, the lighter arrangements will be chosen, and a taste for this kind of thing will be gradually culti- vated. It is useless trying to force it. Retailers of flowers, like retailers of any other kind of produce, have to adapt themselves and their wares td to represent people going to church and miniature electric lights were used to light the church at night. The church had pews and a pulpit made of cardboard and the floor was paint- ed red. The other window represents a country liouse and a fish pond, con- taining minnows and gold fish. A nig- ger boy, fishing with rod and line, had a card hung around his neck with the words "My idle hour" upon it. The tank which held the water was made Supplement to The American Florist, No. 1134, February 26, 1910. BASKET OF AZALEA, EASTER LILY, HYACINTHS AND PTERIS. igio. The American Florist. 211 of wood and zinc lined. The railings were split rattan and the steps were painted white leading to the house. The house was made of wood, the trimmings of split rattan, with glass windows, the interior painted red, the exterior white and green. Red lights were used inside and Japanese trees on the veranda, the walk was white gravel and rocks of cork bark. The whole outfit was the work of the firm's designer, H. G. Evans, who has worked in nearly all parts of the world. He worked for Wills & Segar, South Ken- sington, London, Eng., where he learned a great deal to his advantage, and has certainly displayed his talent since coming to Macon. An Elaborate Chicago Wedding. Through the courtesy of Ganger & Gormley, of State street, Chicago, we are enabled to give an outline of what they are going to do at the wed- ding of Miss Schuttler to Myron A. Wick, treasurer of the Delaware Steel Co., which takes place at the bride's home. 1365 North State street, March 2. We saw the order of the bride- groom for the bouquets. The bride will carry a bouquet of white orchids, while cattleyas will be used in those carried by the maid of honor and the four bridesmaids. The men will wear gardenias. The couple will be married under a bower composed of natural grape vines, from which will hang bunches of Black Hamburg grapes, and inter- spersed with these will be growing orchids, the whole being lit, on the approach of the bride and bridegroom, with small incandescent electric lights. Other rooms will be treated w-ith As- paragus plumosus w-ith garlands of Bweet peas, the mantels, book shelves and other prominent places in the rooms being banked with growing spring flowers. In the dining room the same thing will be carried out on two pedestals, one each side of the win- dow, these being surmounted with large baskets of spring flowers and garlands of the latter brought down right to the floor. This room will be treated with Asparagus plumosus and White Killarney roses, the roses be- ing arranged in a natural maner as if growing out of the asparagus, the whole forming a kind of artificial ceil- ing. The pedestals referred to will also be lit with incandescent glow lamps, the whole scheme being white and green with this exception. In the buffet the table centerpiece will be of White Killarney roses and white lilac, and as the firm has been given carte blanche in the matter of expense there is no doubt that with its clever decorators and long experience with this class of work this will turn out to be the best and most elaborate wedding decoration that has been arranged in the city for many years. The New Bouquets. Old-fashioned bouquets of flowers, stiff and regular, the kind our grand- mothers loved, are again in vogue. And now, instead of wearing violets and lily of the valley on every occa- sion, such flowers as are selected are being carried in the hands, and if the bunch can be placed in a gold or sil- ver bouquet holder so much the bet- ter. This change is partly due to the fact that slightly damp flowers have ruined so many gowns and that larger bunches are now in demand. They are awkward if pinned to the cor- sage, and to wear at a dinner table are almost impossible. The newest way of arranging flow- ers is formal, as one w-ill realize by this description. One bouquet that was sent recently to a debutante was composed of tiny pale pink roses, with alternating rows of small white buds. The center was a tight little round mass of pink, then a circle of white, only one bud deep. About that was another circle of pink, and so the two continued, alternating until the bou- quet WTS 12 inches across an'', as hard and round as any cabbage. Flat green leaves made a severe outer border, with a final rim of fancy, scalloped lace paper. Bunches of pansies are fads of the moment, though for the older rather than the younger woman. Persons wearing mourning affect bouquets made of the varying purples in which the flower excels, but when used with colors the blossoms are selected with the variety in which they grow. Lily of the valley and violets continue in favor, but are arranged differently than in previous seasons. Tlie white flowers are made into a close bunch for the center of a purple heel, with outer green leaves. These, when small, are pinned to the corsage, but if more than six inches across are car- ried in the hand. — Washington Star. St. Valentine's Day in the New York stores. Though most of the retailers agree that trade was better than last year on St. Valentine's day, some even go- ing so far as to say that it was 50 per cent better, there was but little effort at elaboration. It is presumed that the customer must be content with what he can secure. A man well known in the trade recently said in effect to the writer, there is al- ways a demand for novelties, but we do not feel that the volume of St. Valentine's day business warrants us in going to much trouble to supply novelties. Nevertheless, it seems that the experiment would be worth try- ing. Red roses and violets seemed this year to be the most popular stocks for valentines. A few hearts of roses and violets were seen, but nice boxes of loose flowers were the rule. Thorley sent out a number of novel bouquets which were a happy blend- ing of old and new styles. It has been previously noted that the old-fash- ioned bouquet holder is again coming into use. In these bouquets the hold- ers were a draping of chiffon with showers of baby ribbon. One of these bouquets was made of Enchantress carnations and lily of the valley with pink chiffon holder or draping and pink baby ribbon. Another was com- posed of marguerites, violets and lily of the valley with showers of Nile green ribbon and cover of chiffon of the same tint. A third was red roses, white lilac and cypripediuips with a miniature bouquet on the draping of lily of the valley, violets and prim- roses; holder and showers of Nile green. These bouquets were of a convenient size, attracted much atten- tion and sold well. A Nasturtium and Some Profit. Several years ago a new variety of nasturtium was introduced under the name of Chameleon and at that time being in Ohio in a retail business that required nearly every thing a florist handles I always grew a bunch of potted nasturtiums for vases and boxes. My ideas favored trying Chame- leon, so seed was procured, expen- sive though it seemed and in due time a very fine bench of beautiful plants and flowers was the result. Among them were several specially beautiful, one of which threw a large and very rich crimson flower. The tip was cut out and flower taken out then I set the plant aside to be re- served. The season passed, the other plants were disposed of and an eye kept on the "crimson beauty." It was set out on a bench in a very good loca- tion where it did fairly well — consider- ing some neglect. For awhile the flow- ers came, all with the intense richness of crimson that was very uncommon. When passing it one day we noticed some very rare canary colored yellow among the foliage and no other color in sight. ■ They were beautiful and large and very sweet scented. They were kept cut off closely — our inten- tion being to "set" a liberal number of blooms for seed. Thinking the time proper — having branched the plant liberally, we let them alone. When they flowered, almost every color from the canary to the rich crimson appeared. Some of the seed was saved and in the fall the plant was cut off right next the soil that had been left for the sake of it when refilling the bench. Ere long it put up a new shoot that looked so nice it was left. Buds soon appeared, the top was cut back and part of the leaves cut off. It threw up many and varied and exceedingly rich flowers and when we saw there would be a few dozen in for Christmas we gave it special attention. There were about 50 of them, which made a most beautiful bunch. As soon as they were placed in the window in the store a customer hurried in and asked for them — threw down a dollar — wished them wrapped up quick, asked where she could get some more; then hurried on her way. The thought struck me that 25 cents a dozen and a dozen nearly every day as they promised was not bad pay for the space so we de- cided to try what it would amount to. The plant bloomed well and they were readily sold at 25 cents per dozen for awhile, then later at 15 cents, and finally a nice bunch at 25 cents. We kept a careful record and the plant returned $6.60; besides I had the pleas- ure of several beautiful bunches of them on my own table. When we moved from Ohio to Ta- coma, Wash., we misplaced the seed from that plant so that I never have found it and although we procured more seed of the same name we never found a plant to equal that one in its richness of color and variety. One thing peculiar to it was that the foliage ranged from bronze to light green. Tacoma. 212 The American Florist. Feb. 26. FLORISTS' PALMS. Palms Green and Variegated. That the merits of a new palm are not always promptly recognized in the trade, may be noted in the case of Phoenix Roebelini, this plant only be- coming popular during a few seasons past though introduced from Siam in 1889. Probably the first plants of this species that were exhibited in this country were some imported specimens shown by Pitcher & Manda at one of the shows held in Madison Square garden, New York, about 1890, and the plants in question were not nearly so ornamental as those shown during the past year at the metropolitan shows, from the fact that the latter were young plants without any bare stem and thoroughly furnished with foliage, while the original plants noted above were much more mature specimens. The mature specimens of P. Roebelini show a rather slender, bare stem, with a head of fronds at the top, and fre- quently some suckers around the base, the plant in that condition being rather more odd than pleasing. From a commercial point of view such a plant does not compare favor- ably with the fountain of dark green, feathery foliage that is presented by well-grown young plants in 8 to 10- inch pots, such as are frequently seen in these latter days. It is not to be wondered at that this palm has met with much favor, for few are more graceful or more enduring among dwarf palms and, since the seeds have been offered more freely, large quan- tities of the plants have been in course of preparation for the market. As to whether P. Roebelini will prove to be a very profitable palm to the grower or not, is yet an open question, for the plants are slow in growth for the first two or three years at least, and in these days of rapid-fire business this seems like a long time to wait for results. This palm has been frequently mentioned, as in the present article, as a species, but in the opinion of the botanists this is not strictly correct, as they hold that it is simply a va- riety of P. humilis. But be this as it may, it is a beautiful palm, and one that may be safely recommended by the retail florist to his customers, being fully as hardy as a kentia, and ef- fective in any position to which a com- pact and bushy palm is adapted. That P. Roebelini is simply a va- riety seems quite reasonable when we take into consideration the number of variations and hybrids that have ap- peared in this family of palms. For example there is P. cycadifolia, a very stiff and cycas-like form of the com- mon date (P. dactylifera), also P. melanocarpa, a large edible fruited form of P. Senegalensis. Then there are P, hybrida, P. intermedia and P. compacta, all of which are garden hy- brids, to say nothing of the various variegated forms that have appeared from time to time, among which P. rupicola variegatis is one of the most notable. In fact, almost any large grower of palms could readily pick out a number of unusual forms from a batch of seedlings, some of these being of unusual coloring, such as the 'red-Stemmed form of Kentia Forsteri- ana, sometimes known as K. Mooreana, or the light green form of that palm, with long and narrow leaflets, that some years ago was called Kentia aus- tralis. K. Belmoreana is also quite variable, both in coloring and in form, and it may be mentioned in passing that some of the botanical authorities claim that K. Belmoreana itself is only a form of K. Forsteriana, so there you are. Botany and botanical nomencla- ture are both fascinating to some of us, but it is likely to mix us up when someone breaks out with the state- ment that these plants are not kentias, but should be called howeas, even though the statement is undoubtedly correct. And then that beautiful palm that we first knew a quarter of a century ago as Kentia Canterburyana is neither a kentia nor a howea, but ought to be known as hedyscepe. This latter palm is quite a good ex- ample of a botanical mix-up, from the fact that it thus far has had at least four generic names, being known suc- cessively as veitchia (after John Gould Veitch), kentia (in honor of Lieu- tenant Kent of the British navy), howea (from Lord Howe's Island, where it is native), and now hedyscepe, the latter being of Greek origin and indicating sweet covering. It seems likely that the last is the best name for this palm, but yet it will be a long while before it becomes as popular as one of the early names. Mention has been made of the fact that variegated palms are not uncommon, though these freaks are seldom of as strong con- stitution as the species from which they have sprung, and in many cases are either short-lived or else revert to the original green type. One of the most attractive of variegated palms is Rhapis flabelliformis varie- gatis, in which the stripes of clear yellow contrast well with the dark green of the remainder of the leaf, and, although this plant is a slow grower, it retains its variegated char- acter better than most of the varie- gated palms with which we are ac- quainted. Propagation of rhapis being usually accomplished by means of di- vision, it is a slow process to get up a stock of the variegated form, and con- sequently it is seldom met with in commercial collections. Variegated kentia seddlings appear from time to time, some of them nicely striped, and similar freaks are occasionally found among Areca lutescens, and Livistona Chinensis, in addition to the golden form of the latter palm that is some- times catalogued as Latania Borbon- ica aurea, the last named palm having a yellow coloring over the entire plant. But, generally speaking, palms are Wlt^pOW DISPLAY AT THE IDLE HOUR NURSERIES' RETAIL STORE, MACON, GA, "Mv Idk- Hour" is the Li»£cnd on the Negro Boy's Placard, "' igio. The American Florist. 213 more beautiful, and more satisfactory, in their natural coloring than with variegated foliage, and apart from bo- tanical collections there is not much demand for these curiosities. W. H. Taplin. Palms Unsatisfactory. Ed. Ameeican floeist: — In November I shipped in some palms from Chicago, and they appar- ently arrived in perfect condition. I potted them into a size larger pot than they were taken from, used the same soil for all, and gave them all the same subsequent treatment. In about two weeks, however, the arecas be- gan to show signs of dying, and they have continued along that line ever since. I examined the roots and found that all the substance had been drawn from them, leaving only the outer skin and a small hard core. The kentias have done nicely right along. If you can suggest any cause for this trouble I will be very glad to have you do so through the columns of your valuable paper. R. A. N. ^ Arecas are more tender than kentias and do not travel as well as the latter, especially if they have been grown rather warm. It is most likely the arecas in question were chilled in transit, if not actually frozen, and the damage would not show to any great extent for a few days after they ar- rived. These palms will also suffer in transit if packed in too dry a con- dition. The only thing that can be done with them is to keep them warm and moist, a night temperature of 65° being best for them. W. H. T. Dracena Godsefflana. When dracsena is mentioned the tall, single stemmed plants of the ter- minalis, Massangeana and similar spe- cies are usually thought of, but D. Godseffiiana, is a totally different plant. Although this species has been in cultivation for a consider- able period, having been introduced from the Congo by Sander & Son, the famous English firm, it has of recent years come more to the front as a plant for baskets and other orna- mental use. It is prettily spotted with yellowish white on a deep green ground and the leaves are broadly lance shaped, quite different to those of all other species. D. Godseffiiana is not by any means a difficult plant to grow, being easily propagated by means of the semi-ripened points of the shoots. Although it will grow in a very moderate temperature it may, if necessary, be given more heat when it will grow quicker and can be more freely propagated. A rich soil is un- desirable, as in this the variegation is not so well brought out, but kept slightly pinched for pot room and in comparatively poor soil the leaves will color up beautifully and it is an ele- gant subject. G. liONo Branch, N. J. — The Elberon Horticultural Society held its annual banquet at the Deal County Club, February 7, and a most enjoyable en- tertainment resulted. The hall was finely decorated, the menu good and the speeches interesting. THANKSGIVING WINDOW AT IDLE HOUR NURSERIES' RETAIL STORE, MACON, GA. HARDY BERBACEOUS PERENNIALS. L^ Planting and Rearrangement. While in the northern section of the country snow and frost still prevent anything being done on the herbaceous borders there are southern points where growers will soon be busy transplanting or preparing to trans- plant the forwarder species, making alterations to the borders, finishing those started in fall and adding new plants. Plants that have been win- tered in frames or other protectors will be starting to grow and the sooner they are planted when this occurs the better. When preparing the whole or any portion of a border it is better to do a little and do this well than to attempt a lot and only half do it. The plants are usually in the ground for several years and, while the soil need not be made exceptionally rich with fresh manure, it should be deeply cultivated and plenty of good available plant food incorporated with it. Old compost from a rot heap, burnt earth and garden refuse, with a little lime and well decayed manure is a far bet- ter addition to the soil for these plants than fresh manure, and such a heap should be in every place where hardy plants are grown. It should be thoroughly incorpor- ated with the soil, not just dug in the bottom, and the lower or subsoil should be well broken up with spades or digging forks, but not brought to the surface. Such work should never be carried out when the soil is wet or frozen, but when it is in a good work- able condition. Soil moved in a wet state in early spring bakes up into lumps when the sun gains power, and anything planted in it has the roots exposed to the heat of the sun's rays and drying winds, making it difficult, or almost impossible, for the plants to obtain a good hold on the soil. When it is worked down finely, on the other hand, it settles more closely about the roots. And, by keeping a thin layer of dry soil on the surface, sun and wind are, to a great extent, kept out and the roots have a cool, moist me- dium to work in all summer. Any time that is lost in waiting for the soil to dry out sufficiently after frost or 214 The American Florist. Feb. 26, rain is far more than made up in the shorter time needed to carry out the work, to say nothing of the increased health of the plants afterwards. There is no time so suitable for transplanting and dividing up her- baceous stock of nearly all varieties as when the plants have made ]ust a little new growth. The advancing growth acts as a stimulus to the roots causing them to branch out and look for food and moisture to maintain the advancing leaves and stems This of course, serves to re-establish them and leads to a vigorous start that does not occur if they are transplanted, either before any growth has been made or after this has advanced so much that it suffers when the roots are disturbed. The latter time is probably the worst of all to move plants as, before they have time to re- cover, the heat of summer is upon them and they suffer accordingly. The early planting, after division, exposes parts of the plants that are not ac- customed to it to cold, drying winds and light frosts that frequently occur in the early spring months, and for this reason we always apply a thin mulch of semi-decayed manure, strawy litter, leaves, or some non-conducting material that keeps the sun and wind away from the roots and young growtTT. This may appear a small matter to the inexperienced. As a matter of fact it is a most important detail that should not be neglected. Stock taken from protectors is more tender than open ground divisions and the protection in its case is even more necessary. \ Plants for Memorial Day. ,ED. AMERICAN Florist: — 'You will confer a favor on many in the trade by publishing a table or list of plants that will bloom for Decora- tion day and the time required for them to bloom from the date of plant- ing, giving dates. H. The number of plants that flower under glass around Decoration day is so large that we could not hope to do justice to the subject in a table as suggested. Not only is the number too great but all practical growers know it is impossible to give actual dates for planting in order to have plants in bloom by another given date. Many subjects have to be propagated months or even years, before they come to perfection in the greenhouses while, even with bulbous subjects such as hyacinths, narcissi and lilies, weather conditions have a great deal to do as to the length of time they take to come into flower after being intro- duced to heat. They are planted, of course, as early in the fall as the bulbs can be procured. Callas, which are much in demand at this time, bloom right along after once starting: they have no special season. Azaleas have to be kept quite cool to be in for Decoration day while hydrangeas will come with very little forcing it placed inside at New Tear's. Easter lilies held back and started in Febru- ary, will probably be about right while about two months forcing should in- sure rambler roses being in flower. Keep an eye on the cultural notes and suggestions that appear every week and if there is any particular plant or plants as to which any doubt exists write again, explaining the difficulty. A table such as you suggest could only be approximate in its dates and not of much service. G. THE C ARNA TION. Sangamo is winning golden opinions wherever shown and the outlook for this variety is very bright. "It's an ill wind," etc., and carna- tion growers have had it coming their way during the rose scarcity which has been so general. WiNSOB probably never showed bet- ter form than during the present sea- son. Many growers prefer indoor to field culture for summer for this fine variety. Holding: Over Carnations. Ed American Florist: — • Can you give me any information regarding growing carnations through the second season? Does it pay? I have a fine house of Enchantress White Enchantress and Harlowarden. Would the blooms be as fine the second sea- son? I am cutting pink and white with 24-inch stems and 11 inches in circumference, planted in the bench last June. Carnations do better with me planted inside in June than plant- ed outdoors and then lifted. Our soil here is a stiff red clay. Virginia. G. T. We do not advise growing carna- tion plants through the second season, finding that they do not do nearly as well as new stock. We have some plants now in their second season that were lifted from the beds and transferred to the field and again brought inside at planting time but the results are decidedly in favor of the plants now in their first season. The older plants are noticeable by the growth being smaller and the blooms not up to the same grade as the first year plants. I have not had any ex- perience with the Virginia climate but should imagine that it would be more difficult to carry the plants the second season there than here in the middle west. C. W. JOHNSON. Carnations Past and Present. A paper read by W. H. Taplin. Brooklyn, N. Y.. before the New York Florists' Club, February 14. So much has been said and writ- ten on the subject of carnations and carnation culture during the past few years, and has also been expressed so well, that it seems scarceb' possible that I may present anything new on this subject for the consideration of such an up-to-date organization as the New York Florists' Club. The litera- ture of the carnation has become ex- tensive, and there are doubtless many repetitions to be already found in it, so possibly a few more will be pard- oned at this time. That the output of carnations is steadily increasing will, I think, be readily admitted by anyone familiar with the wholesale trade of our city, and that there is no better market for high grade flowers will also be conceded by the majority, but it is also doubtless true that there are still BOUQUET OF CARNATION WINSOR. /p/o. The American Florist. 215 CARNATION MRS. C. W. WARD, PHOTOGRAPHED, FEBRUARY 7, AT THE COTTAGE GARDENS CO.'S GREENHOUSES, QUEENS, N. Y many carnations sent into market that are far from ideal, either in size or condition, and the oversupply of such flowers breaks the market to such a degree that good stock is frequently sacrificed. It has been said that New York is the dumping ground for the growers of flowers in all the sur- rounding country at any time when the home markets of said growers become overloaded, and there may be some truth in that assertion, but at the same time one cannot blame the growers for hunting for a market and the commission men would probably not refuse to accept the trifling per- centages that come their way from this outside business. But the New York market is critical in regard to carnations, as in other stock and it is more profitable to the grower to sup- ply the varieties and the grade that the market calls for than to produce an ordinary run of stock. To look back some 35 years and recall the varieties of that time, and then to glance at the carnations of today, gives room for thoughtful com- parison: Astoria, EdwardsU, Peerless, DeGraw and La Purite were among the stock from which, in later years. an ipvproved race sprang. In fact, it would seem that Astoria was the or- iginal parent of the most of the yellow varieties that have since been grown. But from DeGraw and Peerless down through the multitude of whites that have followed them up to White En- chantress and White Perfection shows many strides of improvement, and what the next 10 years may bring forth we can only guess at. Possibly that traditional 4-inch flower on a free growing and free blooming plant may be among the good things the hybridizers will surprise us with. Then there have been the successive steps from Daybreak and Grace Wilder through the various shades of pink until Peter Fisher brought forth En- chantress, the most popular light pink of today, and in all probability the most widely grown variety in the car- nation world. From Portia onward through the various shades of red there have been many changes. A red of the size of Portia, free bloom- ing though that variety was, would not stand much chance in the market in comparison with Victory and Beacon and, according to the returns from Pittsburg, even these latter fine sorts are not in the same class in re- gard to size with Hoosier Lad, Dorner's latest triumph. But the ma- jority of scarlet varieties have an un- fortunate habit of being favorite hosts to the rust fungus, and Victory is no exception to the rule; in fact, it is de- cidedly the exception to find a bench of this variety that is free from rust. Of course we all know that rust is not such a handicap to the grower as stem-rot, or spot, but at the same time it does not help the appearance of a carnation house, nor does it improve the stamina of a variety infected by it. In addition to this. Victory does not branch very freely in the field, and as a natural result the plants are likely to be small at the time of lift- ing, but with all these drawbacks it is a fine flower, and a good keeper, and as such, sells readily. The later red. and I had almost said the favorite red of the present day, is Beacon, also a product of that clever hybridizer, Peter Fisher. It is a great record for one grower to have produced such a noteworthy trio of varieties as Mrs. Lawson. Enchantress and Beacon, all of which originated with Mr. Fisher, and while the west is undoubtedly coming forward at a good round pace in the production of new carnations, yet there may be many that "also ran," before such another team as that we have noted is brought forth. The evidence seems to be that Beacon is the most productive red in the market, and although it is not over- large, and with many growers is given to splitting badly during midwinter, yet it is a good Christmas color, and a free growing and thrifty variety, and in short "with all its faults, we love it still." We have already mentioned Mrs. Lawson, that for several years was the leader in the dark pink class, and even yet is grown to some extent, this variety having displaced a number of others in various shades of pink. But Mrs. Lawson does not appeal to our market very strongly now, her place in turn having been taken by some later arrivals. Mrs. Lawson has, how- 216 The American Florist. Feb. 26, ever, left a numerous family, and among: them Welcome, Winsor and Variegated Lawson are still grown to a greater or less extent, and White Lawson may also be occasionally found, though these varieties are usu- ally under the standard for length of stem. Counting from La Purite, which I believe was introduced from Europe to this country by Dailledouze, Zeller & Co., and was the first pink carnation with which I had an acquaintance, there have been hosts of pink varie- ties launched on the sea of trade, and many of them have been wrecked on the rocks of criticism. But it is much easier to be a knocker than to produce the goods, and I think we should all give honor to the pioneers in the car- nation trade who offered to the world for a proper consideration, in due course, such pinks as Grace Wilder, Wm. Scott, Albertine and others. The varieties we have noted were not per- fect, but neither have those of the present day reached to that lofty standard, and even now there is room for a good dark pink, and there are more than whispers that such are on the way. Crimson is not a color that is de- manded in thousand lots in most mar- kets, the most likely exception to this statement being found in the neigh- borhood of Harvard, but crimson car- nations have been grown for a good many years when we count from Crimson King, and even now the crim- sons that are offered do not approach' the size and vigor we find among the white and pink varieties. This fact makes us think that there is still room for improvement among the crimsons, and possibly may be found among the number of crimson seedlings that are being tried out. In some parts of the country Harry Fenn is still pro- ducing some good flowers but in our neighborhood this variety has lost its grip. Patten and Variegated Lawson are probably the most popular of the variegated varieties, but neither of them can safely be counted upon to pay the rent, the first named being especially slow in blooming in the fall and early winter, though producing abundantly in spring. Bay State se- cured the gold medal last season, but from the accounts of several growers does not seem to produce much gold in the regular order of business. Among the fancy varieties of past years. Prosperity was the greatest suc- cess, and in its time brought the high- est price of any, but now we would have to hunt for some time to get 100 flowers of Prosperity, for very few growers handle it. Toreador is a later variety of similar type to the last named, and though variable in color is a very attractive flower, on an un- usually stiff stem. Of dark pink and cerise there have been many novelties of late years, among them being Aristocrat, After- glow, Rose Pink Enchantress and Dorothy Gordon, each of which has had, or still has, its champions, and each of which is beautiful in its own way, though the first three have all developed some disadvantages, and re- garding the latter variety, most of us will know more in a year from now. Mrs. Ward and Alma Ward are both beaifti^ul, -varieties, and havfi"''c6ifi!il manded good prices the past two or three seasons, and being on the mar- ket now may be tested by the trade in general. There still is room for a good yellow variety, for. strive as they may, the hybridizers do not seem to attain their idea in this line, yellow carnations, generally speaking, being either lacking in constitution or else not free in blooming, or under size, with the result that no yellow variety is now grown to even the extent that Eldorado was a few years ago. And now to sum up briefly, it may be said that in the opinion of an ordinary observer, and one that by no means claims to know it all, there is much that is encouraging in the progress that has been made in carnation vari- eties and culture during the past few years, for wonderful things have been done by Dorner, Fisher, Ward, Weber and other men of prominence in this department of our profession, and I fully believe that there will be quite as great achievement to chronicle in the next 10 years as have been wit- nessed in the oast decade, for with in- creased knowledge and experience more systematic work will be possible in the future than has been accom- plished in the past. PHILADELPHIA, PA. — The German- town Horticultural Society gave an exhibition of Chinese primroses, car- nations, roses and plants in the lec- ture room of the local Y. M. C. A., February 14. Remarks on the plants and flowers displayed were given by the Rev. Francis Heyl, presi- dent of the association, and George Redles. the secretary. CHRYSANTHEMUMS Soil for Chrysanthemums. Ed. American Florist: — Will soil that has been used for two years for cucumbers be suitable for chrysanthemums? The soil was about one-third rotten manure when put in and some sheep manure added. It is sandy and light and ferns thrive well in it. SUBSCEIBEE. We would advise mixing a little fresh loam with the soil and, if pos- sible, let it lay outside one summer and winter before being used for the chrysanthemums. It may be rich enough but the addition of fresh loam will insure a more solid, better growth in the plants. If impossible to do this, fair results may be expected by the use of the soil as it is. G. Specimen Plants for ExMbltion. Plants intended for exhibition should be started along now and encouraged in every way to make a free sturdy growth. Clean, healthy young plants now in 2% or 2% -inch pots are ideal for this purpose. If growing freely, with the roots showing through the soil, they can be potted on into 4-inch pots. The soil for this potting should be light and loamy with about one- fifth well-rotted cow manure and a little sand added. Place a few small crocks in the bottom of the pots to keep the drainage and soil open, al- lowing for rapid root action. After potting, the plants should be set in a light, airy place as near the glass as possible, well watered in, then allowed '"li^iirii^iijiii i.Witt CARNATION HARVARD. igio. The American Florist. 217 to stand for a few days until the soil shows signs of drying out. Syringing should be practiced every few days to keep down thrips and red spider, also to encourage a healthy leaf growth. As the roots take hold of the new soil growth will be very rapid and every day or two will find some little thing to do to keep the plants in perfect health and active growth. As soon as active growth comnrences attention must be given to topping back the shoots to produce a low bushy plant. Any plants intended to be trained as standards or half standards should not have their main shoot pinched back but allowed to grow on until the de- sired height of the stem is attained when the work of pinching in the shoots should begin. Several plants will have to be started to obtain the right ones for standards, as many of them will not make a good clear stem and a number of the varieties have a habit of budding up at every shoot when a growth of 18 inches to two feet has been accomplished. Plants shift- ed into 4-inch pots early in February will be ready for another shift the early part of March. This should be into 6-inch pots. These should be well drained and a few pieces of charcoal placed over the crocks. The soil for this potting can be made richer by adding about a 3-inch pot full of a good fertilizer to about two bushels of soil and the plants potted firmly. After the plants get into 6-inch pots they require plenty of air space around them and a cool airy place to grow in. The watering should be attended to as often as the plants require it but the soil should not be allowed to be- come saturated. By April 15 the plants will be ready for another shift into 8-inch pots, the standards will have attained the height necessary for the length of their stems and, from this time on, the work of pinch- ing to form the heads should go on. The topping of the shoots of the bush specimens should also be followed up closely right along. Just at this time the suckers from the stools of the plants will be found to be very trou- blesome and, if the plants have to be grown with a clear stem above the soil, these shoots springing from the bottom must be removed. If there are no restrictions as to the number of stems then the suckers can be al- lowed to remain and be pinched back as they require it to help form the plant. Plants shifted into 8-inch pots around April 15 will be ready for their final potting about June 15. The size of pot to use for this potting must be governed according to that allowed for the purpose for which the plant is in- tended; 10, 12 and 14-inch are the sizes usually used for these large specimens and if the plants are well established and furnished with good healthy roots a shift from 8 to 14-inch can be carried out without any detri- mental effect on the plants, providing extra caution is used until the roots again take hold of the soil. The soil for final potting should be coarser and richer than that used for the previous pottings consist of well rotted cow manure one part to four of stiff clay soil with a little sharp Sand added. Ample drainage is nec- CARNATION AFTERGLO'W. essary. The topping back of the shoots on both bush specimens and standards can be carried on during the growing season until the middle of July when all topping or pinching of the shoots should cease and the pro- cess of training commence. The first thing to do along the lines of training these large plants is to place a few stakes throughout the plants to shape them and guard against any of the shoots becoming broken. This is a temporary measure; the final training should be done the latter part of Sep- tember just before the buds appear. These specimen plants will repay lib- eral applications of liquid manure when they are in good health and their roots in active working order. Regular fuinigations and continued spraying to keep down insects should be attended to at all times. A good se- lection to grow for exhibition is the following: Bush specimens — White, Miss Clay Frick, Mutual Friend. Pink, Louis Boehmer; Wm. Duckham; A. J. Bal- four. Yellow, Golden Age; W. H. Lin- coln. Red, Geo. W. Childs; Brutus; Matchless. Standard specimens — White, Miss Clay Frick; pink, Wm. Duckham; yel- low. Golden Age; red, Geo. W. Childs; bronze, J. H. Silsbury. The single flowered varieties, togeth- er with most of the anomones, make fine plants to grow into large speci- mens but they are more rapid in growth and do not have to be started as early as the large flowered varie- ties. C. W. Johnson. Poinsettia Culture. A paper read before the Morris County Gardeners' and Florists' Society at Madi- son, N. J., February 9, by E'. Reagan. Poinsettia pulcherrima is almost in- dispensible for Christmas decorations and every gardener should grow a few for that purpose. I have never re- sorted to the planting out system on benches, although a good many are grown that way for cut purposes, The resting period beginning in January, lasts until the early part of May. The plants are cut back to within about two feet from the pots and then turned over on their sides, water be- ing withheld all the time. We place them under the carnation benches. and there they remain until started in May, usually under the rose benches, as near the walls as possible so that they can get light, giving them a good soaking with water. We syringe them overhead two or three times a day and, in two or three weeks, the first batch of cuttings can be procured. We prefer cuttings from 2% to three inches long, taken with a little old wood or heel, as the term is often 218 The American Florist. Feb. 26, used by gardeners. There are other methods that can be resorted to if the stock is limited. That is by cutting up the old stem in the manner prac- ticed with vine eyes, and still another way is by cutting the stems into lengths, so that one eye is above the sand. It is advisable when taking cut- tings to have close at hand a little powdered charcoal and dry sand to directly insert the cuttings into as they are taken off, to stop the sap from flowing. Get the cuttings into the sand as soon as possible, so as to prevent flagging. Give a good water- ing and shade with some papers. The poinsettia is very easily rooted and by making a succession of strikings one can have plants ranging from one foot to six feet tall. Under favorable cir- cumstances, cuttings will be rooted in about three weeks. Do not leave them in the sand for the roots to become more than an inch long, otherwise they will in all probability be dam- aged when being potted. For the first potting prepare a fairly light compost, using a small quantity of sand to some leaf soil and loam, well mixed. Place the young plants in a shaded part of the house. As soon as they are rooted sufficiently to stand the sun, place them in the full sunlight and when ready shift them into larger pots, making the compost heavier with loam and a little added sand to keep the soil open. By the early part of August, the plants will take their final shift into 5 or 6-inch pots. We use all loam with a small quantity of bonemeal and Scotch soot well in- corporated into the soil. When pot- ting use the rammer freely and pot firmly. In my opinion that has a tendency towards helping the piancs to hold their foliage longer than if loosely potted. Always be careful to give a plentiful supply of water, for if left to get dry and flag in the hwi sun, the result will be a beautiful Crop of scorched foliage. Spray the plants overhead several times a day in bright weather. Some have an idea that the poinsettia needs high feeding. That is a mis- take. Two applications of Clay's fer- tilizer at intervals of two weeks is ample to finish bracts, say from 14 to 19 inches acro.ss, in 5 and 6-inch pots. The poinsettia is not very suscep- tible to the ravages of insect pests, mealy bug being the worst enemy. Even that can be warded off if a care- ful watch is kept to never allow them to get any headway by an occasional spray of X. L. All insecticide or Aphine. Miss Maud Doyel. Miss Maud Doyel, the popular and attractix'e saleslady at the retail store of McDonald & Steele, of Crawfords- ville, Ind., of whom we publish an ex- cellent portrait, is just now consider- ably in the limelight in that burg. Miss Doyel at present heads the list of ladies, to the most popular of which the Crawfordsville Daily News is going to give a $600 automobile. Miss Doyel led all her competitors, by over 30,000 points, February 11, and we hope she will maintain this lead to the end. READING, Pa. — The Berks Flower House has opened a stall for the sale of cut flowers at 619 Penn street. HALF HOUR CHAPTERS FOR PUNT GROWERS Genistas. Take a look at the genistas that are wanted for Easter, and see how they are advancing. If they were not pinched too late the flower buds will be showing, and such plants will prob- ably be in on time without any forcing. These plants always thrive best in quite a cool, airy house, in a good light. Keep the atmosphere right by damping freely between the pots and on the benches; also spray the heads on bright days until the flowers show color. Green fly and other insects do not bother these hardy subjects much, but should they appear give gentle fumigations every other evening until they are destroyed. A little feeding with soot and manure water, or nitrate, if the soot cannot be had, will be of great assistance where the plants are potbound. Give it little and often rather than in strong doses. Coleuses. E2 Although not of the first importance, a good stock of coleuses of suitable varieties for planting in window boxes, hanging baskets and vases is sure to be useful when the bedding season starts in. Where stock plants have been saved during winter these will, if placed in a little extra heat, after being lightly cut back, soon produce abundance of good cuttings that root readily in the propagating bench over a gentle heat. These plants are of very rapid growth and like a light, sandy soil, some growers giving them nothing but well-dried manure and sand in about equal proportions. If kept well supplied with water at the root and in the atmosphere, and the plants arranged in a good, clear light, they will grow at a rapid rate and make large leaves, which are ex- tremely showy. But, beautiful as such plants are, as plants, they are not suitable for the purpose indicated above. Their leafy system is too soft the drying wind and hot sun of sum- and they will not stand the effect of mer. For bedding or veranda plant- ing, the plants should be grown harder and more slowly, not stunted by any means, but not rushed in the manner described. As soon as they are well established in the pots in which they are to be finished, say 3% -inch, expose them to all the air and light possible, and so harden and prepare them for their transfer to the open air in June. Verbenas. Although the verbena is a fairly hardy subject and dislikes any kind of coddling treatment, there is a time in the earliest stages when the plants are very sensitive to alternations of drought and moisture, and the seed- lings damp off at a very rapid rate. This occurs in so early a stage that careless or unobservant growers never see the plants at all and look upon the few chance ones that remain as evidence of seed of low germinating quality. From the first the plants should be watched, and no extremes allowed either way in regard to moist- ure. The flats or pans containing them should be placed in a good light, where they will obtain plenty of air without being exposed to draughts, and in a few weeks, when they have gained strength, they will be perfectly safe if treated like other seedling stock. Tuberous Rooted Begonias. In the culture of tuberous rooted begonias, a few cardinal points should be kept in mind. If starting now with tubers, do not make the mistake of thinking that these must have strong heat to start them. They do not need it and start much better without it. Just let them come away naturally in a temperature of around 50° at night, and maintain a moderately moist at- mosphere about them right along. They start better in flats with light soil around them than if potted, and they may go into the pots after start- ing. Lift them out of the soil care- fully and, if roots have started, retain any soil that adheres to them when placing them in the pots. A compost of good loam three parts, the other third being made up of well-dried cow manure, leaf mold and sand or grit will be about the most suitable. Pot moderately firm if the soil is fairly moist, as it should be; give it no water for the first few days, simply spray- ing over the surface and the young shoots twice daily. These shoots, after having made an inch or so of growth, should be thinned to about four or five, according to the size of the bulb, not removing them all at once, but going over them several times, especially if they are much crowded. Grow the plants right along in a cool greenhouse temperature and ventilate freely as long as the weather is suitable. Water very moderately at first, until the roots obtain a good hold of the soil, after which a free supply will be needed. igio. The American Florist. 219 Rapid Rose Growing:. The accompanying illustration shows the interior of Aug. Grossman's green- house, located on Lincoln avenue, near Winnemac, Chicago. This was plant- ed to Richmond roses November 28- 29, 1909, and the house started in to crop about January 15, 1910. This is pretty quick work and the grower, Mike Then, is to be congratulated on his success with this rose. The Culture of the Chrysanthemum.* ee:vised edition 1910. This is an English book, written by that well known chrysanthemum ex- pert, W. Wells, who, naturally, does not pretend to be an authority on the American methods of culture. But there is a lot in it that will be of great interest to the American reader and especially the ex-British sojourners on our shores, for much of the early part of the work goes back into the history of the chrysanthemum of some 20 years ago, when she was rising rapidly on the tide of prosperity. The cultural notes are good — for English growers — • and probably growers for exhibition in this country could pick up many val- uable hints and use them, of course, adapting them to the conditions that obtain in America. Much of the out- door summer treatment is totally dif- ferent to that practiced, or likely to be practiced here where the hot dry sum- mers render it impossible. The chap- ter on "Chrysanthemums in America" is interesting reading, as showing how our methods strike the foreign eye. Mr. Wells is quite impartial in his views and by his travels appears to have lost much of the insular prejudice against everything "un-English" that characterizes the writing and speeches of so many sons of Albion. The little book is well worth perusal and no chrysanthemum grower should be without it as its price is not worth con- sidering. We suggest to the author that if another edition is needed he have the names carefully revised and also look out for other type errors which are a defect to any book. Mrs. "Rundle" is the way we have been ac- customed to spell the name of the beautiful old white incurved, now probably no more, not Mrs. "Rundell," Meg "Meriless" reminded us of Merry- legs as we used to call this old variety and "Julia" Lagravere should be "Julie" if memory serves right. But these are minor points that may probably be overlooked by the general reader and do not detract much from the value of this excellent little book. It is well illustrated and bound in green cloth, the price being 75 cents. The Best Dollar's Worth. Enclosed find $1 subscription for American Florist for 1910. It is the best dollar I spend during the year. H. A. HYDE. Watsonville, O., January 13, 1910. Subscriber Twenty-Five Years. American Florist Co. — I subscribed at the Cincinnati convention 25 years ago and shall continue as long as I am about. G. Drobisch. Columbus, O., October 7, 1909. Pleased With the Florist. I am pleased with The PijObist and with the men that advertise. Wm. M. Slighter. Molinton, Pa., September 12, 1909. •We can supply any books noted on re- ceipt of price quoted. OB ITUA RY. Joseph B. Fuller. In the death of Joseph B. Fuller, seedsman and botanist in the employ of James Vick's Sons, Rochester, N. Y., on February 16, the seed business has lost one of its oldest and most esteemed representatives. Mr. Fuller was born in Brooklyn, N. T., October 31, 1827. When he was only three years old his family moved to Roches- ter, coming by the Erie canal and stopping on their arrival at the old Rochester house, corner of Exchange and Spring street. At the age of 14 he was apprenticed to the late Henry O'Reilly to learn printing. Later he was with the Genesee Farmer, pub- lished by the late James Vick and edited by the late Patrick Barry. Be- ing for years in close relationship with Mr. Vick, the two being drawn to- gether by a mutual love of flowers, he was easily persuaded to engage in the seed business. In 1863 he entered the employ of Mr. Vick, and continued almost uninterruptedly with the Vick firm from that time until failing health about a year ago necessitated his giving up active work. Mr. Fuller's influence in the de- velopment of the business was scarce- ly second to that of Mr. Vick. His whole life was bound up in the work and his whole energy devoted to it. For years he had pursued the study of botany and his extensive knowledge of plants was of great advantage. His knowledge of stocks was extensive and thorough; his judgment and accuracy were without equal; and his honesty unimpeachable. To his perfect inte- grity and absolute reliability the suc- cess of the Vick seed business was in no small degree due. He was a thorough seedsman, far-seeing, con- scientious and accurate. During a trip to Europe, in 1888, Mr. Fuller was invited by Carter, Dunnett and Beale, of England, to inspect their trials of peas. Of one particular va- riety, his opinion was asked as to its quality. His reply was "It's a daisy." This bit of American slang evidently impressed the famous English seeds- men, for a few years later this variety was introduced as Carter's Daisy, and fully justified Mr. Fuller's opinion of its good qualities. His genial manner made him hosts of friends in the trade. Many a long chat over cigars did he and the veteran seedsman, Wm. Meg- gatt have in the old Vick seed house on East avenue, in the eighties. Mr. Fuller's geniality was one of his most prominent characteristics. He had a good story apropos every oc- casion. His reminiscences of the early days of Rochester, and of the volun- teer fire department of which he was a member, were particularly enjoy- able. He was a member of Valley lodge. No. 109, F. and A. M. since 18t)J, and Hamilton chapter. No. 62, R. A. M. He was a member of the Rochester Academy of science, giving devoted attention to the work of the botanical section of this society. In 1896, wlien tlie academy published a list of the plants of Monroe county, it was diflicult to find a compositor sufficiently familiar with botanical terms to set up the list in a satisfac- tory manner. Mr. Fuller came to the rescue, and, though it was years since he had stood at the case, he set all the type for this work, more than 150 pages, a remarkable achievement for a man of his years, as well as from a typographical standpoint. He was the supreme authority on all bo- tanical questions, and nowhere will his loss be more felt than in the bo- tanical section. With his fellow work- ers in the seed business he was al- ways pleasant, kind, patient and for- bearing, with the old-time courtesy of manner so seldom seen nowadays. In his death they feel that "a good man has fallen." Joseph H. Bebus. Joseph H. Bebus, an expert designer and decorator, who since boyhood has been connected with the trade of New York, died there, February 16, after a short illness of dropsy. He was 55 years old. He was at one time as- sociated with his brother, the late Jacob Bebus, in a large retail store at Broadway and Twenty-third street, where the Bartholdi hotel now stands. After the death of his brother he held different positions. He was for several years, manager for Mrs. J. J. Feather- stone, 266 West Twenty-third street. For the past year, and up to within a few days of his death, he was em- ployed by Geo. Lapp, 230 Eighth ave- nue. He was a widower and is sur- vived by two daughters, both of whom have reached adult age. Mr. Bebus was a genial and kindly man and made a good impression on those with whom he did business. He was of a quiet and unassuming disposition, and on account of these and other temp- eremental characteristics, was not as well known as many men of less ability. HOUSE OF RICHMOND ROSES AT AUG. GKOSSMANS, CHICAGO. Planted November 28. 1909. Photographrd E.irly in February. 1910. 220 The American Florist. Feb 26, TheAmerican Florist 1885 Twenty-Fifth Year 1910 Subscription. United States and Mexico $1.00 a year: Canada $2.00; Europe and Countries in Postal Union. $2.50. Subscriptions accepted onlyfrom thosein the trade. When sendingr us change of address always send the old address at the same time. Advertising rates on application. From the first issue the American Florist has accepted only trade advertisements. Advertisements must reach us Tuesday (earlier if possible), as we go to press Wednesday. We do not assume any responsibility for th<- opinions of our correspondents. Eastern Representatives: A. F. Faulkner, 1133 Broadway. Ney» York. KoBT. KiFT. 1725 ChestnutSt..PhiIadeIphia.Pa. THE AMERICAN FLORIST, 324 Dearborn St.. CHICAGO THIS ISSUE 56 PAGES WITH COVER, CONTENTS. The week at Peaceful Valley 209 — A busy time 209 — The Boston Club — Novelties 209 — The spring business 210 Asparagus plumosus injured 210 The retail trade 210 — Basket of azalea and lillies (supple- ment) 210 — Pillow of violets ana lilies (illus. ).... 210 • — Some good window displays (illus.).. 210 — An elaborate Chicago wedding 211 - — The new bouquets 211 — St. Valentine's day in the New York stores 211 A nasturtium and some profit 211 Florists' palms 212 — Palms green and variegated 212 • — Palms unsatisfactory 213 Dracena Godseffiana 213 Hardy herbaceous perennials 213 — Planting and rearrangement 213 Plants for Memorial day 214 The carnation 214 — Holding over carnations 214 ^Carnations past and present 214 — Carnation Winsor (illus.) 214 — Carnation Mrs. C. W. Ward (illus.).. 215 - — Carnation Harvard (illus.) 216 — Carnation Afterglow (illus.) 217 Chrysanthemums 216 — Soil for chrysanthemums 216 — Specimen plants for exhibition 216 Poinsettia culture 217 Miss Maud Doyel (portrait) 218 Half hour chapters for plant growers.. 218 — Genistas — Coleuses 218 — Verbenas — Tuberous rooted begonias.. 218 Rapid rose growing (illus.) 219 The culture of the chrysanthemum 219 Obituary 219 — Joseph B. Fuller 219 — Joseph H. Bebus 219 American Carnation Society 220 Begonia Patrle 220 Society of American Florists 220 A big cup for six roses 220 Chas. L. Washburn (portrait) 222 Chicago 222 Philadelphia 226 Boston 226 Washington ; 226 New York 22S Horticultural Society of New York 228 New York Florists' Club..<.< 228 Cleveland 233 The seed trade ,1 234 — The late Joseph B. Fuller (portrait) . . 234 — The business outlook. ...# / 234 Market gardeners ..,.., t , 1 236 — Vegetable plants 236 — Prices of indoor fruits and vegetables. 236 Indianapolis < . . .- 236 The nursery trade 238 — At Ellwanger & Barry's 238 — Rhododendrons for the south 238 Baltimore 240 Cincinnati 242 St. Louis 245 Toronto 246 Montreal 255 Nashville 258 A Local newspaper says that the "blue rose" from Germany is being extensively grown at the Heller green- houses, with which Dingee & Conard Co., West Grove, Pa., are associated. Two new roses, •■ ccoi'ding to the same authority, are to be brought out here, Robert Heller, a hardy, everblooming yellow, and Jeanette Heller, a new pink. The White Oxen meeting at Urbana adjourned without an initiation. The S. a. F. executive committee v.-ill meet at the Seneca hotel, Roches- ter, N. T., March 12. Somebody else has discovered the secret of growing "black roses," and is seeking to patent the process. The discoverer has quite a modest idea of the value of his "invention," as, al- though he has been offered $500,000. he is going slow in acepting any offers. American Carnation Society. CARNATION REGISTEEED. Wodenetlie. — Prosperity x Enchant- ress. Pure white, 3 % to 4 inches in size, strong, erect grower, runs to flower quickly; beautifully formed, full flower witli the old clove scent; strong calyx; never bursts. Scored 90 points for preliminary certificate at the A. C. S. convention at Pittsburg. Regis- tered by Frank E. Whitney, gardener to Winthrop Sargent, Fishkill-on-Hud- son, N. Y. A. F. J. Baue, Sec'y. Begonia Patrie. Samuel Murray. Kansas City, Mo., who grew the fine plants of Begonia Patrie, illustrated in our issue of Feb- ruary 19. page 165, writes; "In re- gard to this new begonia, will say that we gave it the same treatment as B. Gloire de Lorraine for Christmas. Will give it a warmer place this year, and we are satisfied that we can do bet- ter with it. With us the flowers do not drop but dry up on the plant, and are very fine under a good light. The plants shown had been in the store considerably over a week, before be- ing photographed. We imported them from France last May, being induced to do so by seeing an illustration in the American Florist. Society of American Florists. REGISTRATION OF BEGONIA. Public notice is hereby given that J. A. Peterson, of Westwood, Cincin- nati, O., offers for registration the begonia described below. Any person objecting to the registration or to the use of the proposed name, is requested to communicate with the secretary at once. Failing to receive objection to the registration, the same will be made three weeks from this date. RAISER'S DESCRIPTION. Begonia Glory of Cincinnati. Par- entage — Socotrana x a sport of Lor- raine type. Foliage large, round, re- sembling that of B. Socotrana, but smaller. Height one to 1% feet; color, deep, soft, satiny pink. The individual flowers are about two inches across. The flowering period is from October to April, the plants being at their best during the latter part of December. Propagation by leaf-cuttings, or by splitting up the foliage, as with the Rex varieties. Soil, a light, sandy loam and leaf-mold, with a little well- rotted cow manure. Its lasting quality is especialy recommended. CORRECTIONS. The name, "Alice of Ingleside," was omitted from the registration on Jan- uary 12, 1910, of the rose offered by Southwick Cary Briggs, of Washing- ton, D. C. In the change of registration on January 20, 1910, by S. Cockburn & Sons, of Woodlawn, N. T., the name of the chrysanthemum should have been "Mrs. Jane Cockburn," not "Mrs. Jane Cochran." H. B. DORNEB, Sec'y. February 17, li)10. A Big Cup For Six Roses. One of the prizes to be offered at the next show in New York of the American Rose Society is a $50 solid silver cup. It is for the best display of six roses. The donors are Moore, Hentz & Nash, of New York. This award is unique, because it is a generous one for a small exhibit — an exhibit so small that a grower with the smallest establishment will have a chance to compete. The restrictions are unusually few; for instance, ex- cepting American Beauty, any rose of any variety is eligible. To illustrate: one man may show two white and four pink Killarneys. Another man's six may have six va- rieties, say one Bride, one K. A. Vic- toria, one Perle, one Golden Gate, one Richmond and one Wellesley. Another six may be all hybrids, perfectly proper so long as two are white (or near-white) and the rest colored. Bon Silene and Niphetos in one exhibit may find themselves pitted against Ulrich Brunner and Merveille de. Lyon is another. The judges will recognize each variety and judge each flower on its own merits. The enter- tainment is for the visitor and not for the judges. The donors seek to add variety and interest to the show as a whole, in- troducing a new department devoted to groupings of various kinds and va- rious colors in each six. They hope for a number of exhibits in this sec- tion of the show. And because of the assured variety of colors and of the freedom as to sorts, there should be every reason to expect a display of entertaining and instructive contrasts in color and kinds. In this way the more scientific ar- rangements of all the other exhibits will have an offset to their large and solid masses of uniform and standard colors in the picturesque and diverse mass of kinds entered for this one of the several cups. The good grower in a small place has a chance against the large grower and it is hoped that he will enter his six roses. The exact specification for this ex- hibit will be found in the Prize Sched- ule of the American Rose Society in "Class G." Meeting: Next Week . Albany, N. Y., March 3. 8 p. m. — Albany Florists' Club, W. C. King's, 24 and 26 Steuben street. Baltimore, Md.. Febrnary 28, 8 p. m. — Gardeners' and Florists' Club of Baltimore. Florists' Exchange Hall, St. Paul and Franklin streets. Buffalo, N. Y., March 1, 8 p. m. — Buffalo Florists' Club. Saturn Hall. Chicago, March 3. 8 p. m. — Chicago Flor- ists' Club, Union Restaurant, ill Randolph street. Cleveland, O., Febmary 38, 7:30 p. m. — Cleveland Florists' Club, Progress Hall, 2610 Detroit avenue. Indianapolis, Ind., March 1, 3:30 p. ra. — State Florists' Association of Indiana, Stat© House. l..ake Geneva, Wis., March 5, 8 p. m.^ Lake Geneva Gardeners' and Foremen's As- sociation. igio. The American Florist. 221 Louisville. Ky., March 1, 8 p, m. — Ken- tucky Society of Florists, Third and Broad- way. Milwaukee, Wis., March 3, 8 p. m. — Mil- waukee Florists' Club. Quiet House, corner Broadway and Mason street. New Orleans, La., March 2, 8 p. m. — German Gardeners' Club, 624 Common street. Newport, K. L, March 2. — Newport Horti- cultural Society. Pasadena, Calif., March 4, 8 p. m. — Pasadena Gardeners' Assocaition, Board of Trade rooms. West Colorado street. Philadelphia. Pa., March 1, 8 p. m. — Florists' Club of Philadelphia, Horticultural Hall. Broad street, above Spruce. Pittsburg, Pa., March 1, 8 p. m. — Florists' and Gardeners' Club of Pittsburg. Fort Pitt Hotel. 10th street and Penn avenue. Salt Lake City, Utah, March 1. — Salt Lake Florists' Club. Huddart Floral Co., 114 East Second South street. San Francisco, Calif., March 5. — Pacific Coast Horticultural Society. Seattle, Wash., March 1- — Seattle Florists' Association. Chamber of Commerce, Second avenue and Columbia street. St. Paul, Minn.. March 1. 8 p. m. — Min- nesota State Florists' Association, 510 Snell- ing avenue, north. Utica, N. T., March 3. 8 p. m. — Utica Florists' Club, Genesee Hall. Washington, D. C, March 1, 8 p. m. — Florists' Club of Washington, 1214 F street, X. W. Wants, For Sale, Etc One Gent Per Word, Gash with Adv. For Plant Advs,. See Ready Reference Section. Where aDswers are to be mailed (rom this office. eocloselO cents extra to cover oostaee. etc. Situation Wanted— B\ all-around grower as loreman; Al refi rences. Key 451 care Aineiican Florist. Sitaation Wanted— B van ex pi rt A raeric an Beauty and tea rose grower. Address Key 44'). care Araerii.an Florist. Situation Wanted— By first-class florist capable of taking charge; expeiienced in all branches. Key 444. care American Florist. Situation Wanted -As landscape i^ardem r or caTotaker and garden, r on gentleman's private place, by a cood stead\' man. Address J. G. Dickinson. Sh.-Iby. Ohio. Situation Wanted— By youne married man. German; Al rose, carnation and 'mum grower; able to take charge of ranees of any size. Address Key 452. care American Florist. Situation Wanted— By a German florist. 26 years of age; 10 years' experience: grower of roses, carnations, "mums, pot plants, etc.; gi?e full particulars and wliat wages paid in first letter. Key 441. carr American Florist, Situation Wanted— As gard. ner. private or public. 28 years old. single. 12 years' experience ID all branches in Europe and this country: ready for engagemeni by the 15th of March; best of references. Key 442, care American Florist. Situation Wanted— As working loreman in first - class retail establishment; successful gro\v.-r of roses, carnations, violets, mumst lilies Begonia Lorraine, pelargoniums: lite experience: middle- aged: married: disengaged Marcli Ivt. J. Hodge Ko Foster St.. Mansiield. Ohio, Help Wanted— Two young men experienced in packing and tilling orders for nursery stock; give full particulars regarding experience, salary wanted, etc. Valohan's Greenhouses. Western Springs, III. Help Wanted— Young man to take care of gar- den and stable: have two horses two cows, ciiie- kens and two hogs: must be experienced truck farmer and stableman; wages .~^25.00 per month and board. R. W. Tenek. Sylvan Crest Monaca. Pa. Salesman Wanted-On the Pacific coast to sell our well known line of ribbons and chittoDs: we want a man who is known among the trade to sell our goods on commission. Lion & Company. 114 Spring St.. New York. For Sale or Rent— Nicely furnished north ?ide store. Cliicago. Key 443, care American Florist. For Sale—Some 3-inch pipe Ruaranteed sound. 7c per foot. Also several good small boilers cheap. W. H. Salter. Rochester. N. Y. For Sale— First class florist business in city of 30.01.0; reason for selling; other business. Key 9/.'. care American Florist, For Sale -A pieced ground. 150x1.^0. with green- house 22x100; no other florist within six mili-s. Address Key 453. care American Florist. ForSale— Dwelling, three well stocked green- houses: good business in an Arkansas city; good reasjns for sellinif: if you mean busini-ss address Key 443. care American i*lorist. For Sale-4.000 feet of glass, eight-room house and baro, on one acre of black prairie soil in a booming town of 4 (KUt. with 1'. factories. Here is a chunce of a lifetime. Price, .S.S.Si.lO if taken at once. Good reasons for selling. A. RiCHTER, Sturgis, Mich. For Sale--A good florist retail and wholesale business; six ari-enhouses in pot plants, carna- tions, violets and 'mums: 12 lots, located on a good boulevard; dwelling and barns; .i7..50. Key 426, care American Florist. Nurseryman Wanted. A splendid chance for a young man with a few hundred dollars to establish himself in a profitable and growing business: only on> nursery within SO miles, and a large demand already created for these goods; splendid shipping facilities, good soil and large demand at home: man must be a hustler and have both ihe growing and the selling experience: full I'articular-* will bf^ eiven bv ad- dr. ssing JOSEPH BANCROFT & SON. Cedar Rapids, Iowa. At once, a competent grower for retail trade for southwest Texas. A good desigtier; honest andreliable: abletotake charge when needed; age between 22 and 3o; none other need applj'j $40.00 per month, board and room. Key 449, care American Florist. Good Opening for Young Man Advertiser wants a bright young man to call on the trade, one who can sell goods; give full particulars in first letter, includ- ing experience, age and wages. Man with practical knowledge of greenhouse work preferred. Address Key 988, care American Florist. Inexampled Chance For a first-ilass grower with executive ability and capacity to take charge of 50.000 square feet of glass, most modern in construction and equip- ment, for growing cut flowers and plants, about to be erected in most progressive part of United States, where competition amounts to almost nothing. Can sell entire product now, and plant will have to be doubled in two or three years at most with right management. If you do not possess these requirements and have not got $3,000 to $5,000 to take stock in the $50.000 corpora- tion, do not reply. But if you have and can pro- duce the goods, you will get the chance of your life by addressing Key 440, care American Florist. Easter Souvenir Price Lists We have a fine line of illustrations suitalile for Easter Booklets and Folders Easter L,ilies, Crimson Ramblers, Azaleas, Hydrangeas, Lilacs, Church Decorations, Wedding Bouquets, etc. Write' for prices. AMERICAN FLORIST CO., 324 Dearborn St., Chicago. 222 The American Florist. Feb. 26, We are Strong on Rose$ and Carnations NONE BETTER TO BE HAP. Can furnish you with the following roses in quantities Beauties, Mrs Jardine, Ny Maryland, Killarney, Perle, Richmond, Bride, Bridesmaid, Kaiserin. CARNATIONS ^^^'Ji'J^i Quality Inexcelled. JABUDLONG Plenty of spring stock, Tulips, Jonquils, Daffodils, Narcissus, Sweet Peas, Freesias, Violets, valley and Greens of all kinds. R«?^^|fi^„, A Specialty. 37-39 Randolph Street, CHICAGO. =KCUT FLOWERS Chas. L. Washburn. Chas. L. Washburn, recently elected president of the Illinois State Florists' Association and of whom we publish an excellent photograpli taken last week, is one of the best known and most highly respected men in the trade of Chicago and vicinity. Few m.en have such a wide experience of tlie business or are as closely in touch with it as he and the association is certainly to be warmly congratulated on its choice of a presiding of- ficer. His knowledge of the business is not academic. It has been gathered by close personal contact with every branch of it and is of the full, prac- tical order that comes from this close association. This being the case there is no question that could possibly, arise, in which Mr. Washburn's long experience and expert knowledge will not stand the association in good stead. Mr. Washburn was born at Albany, N. T., February. 27, 1858. He com- menced work at the age of 15 in the lumber woods and remained in the lumber business until 1893. In 1884 he married Miss Kate Bassett, the only child of O. P. Bassett of Hinsdale. 111., and in 1893 Mr. Washburn formed a partnership with his father-in-law under the firm name of Bassett & Washburn. They then started build- ing greenhouses for cut flower grow- ing, since which time the business has grown to its present immense propor- tions. Four years ago Mr. Washburn bought out Mr. Bassett's interest in the firm but still continues under the old firm name. In 1895 they started selling flowers on the Chicago mar- ket under their own name and this policy proved so successful that it has been followed ever since. Mr. Washburn is a widower, having lost his wife in 1902. Their only child, Edgar B. Washburn, is associated with his fathef in the business. OSHKOSH, Wi.s. — The Oshkosh Flo- ral Co. opened up February 19 with an excellent display of plants and cut flowers. Manager Barnett reports business the first few days as distinctly encouraging and above his expecta- tions. Cliicago. TRADE FALLING OFF. Although for a day or two shipping trade kept a little life in the market, the back of it was really broken after the St. Valentine's day trade, and the end of last wceK saw stock piling up in many of the commission houses. The number of split and second qual- ity carnations now arriving is much greater than usual at this time of ysar President C. L. ^Vashbu^n. Illinois State Florists' .Association, From Piioto Taken Last Week. and, as is usually the case, this has a bad effect on the price of the better grades. Again, the slump that always follows a period of high prices has set in. People fight shy of the florist shop after they have been charged high prices — they think it is a holdup and steer clear accordingly. It is up to the retailors now to buy stock plenti- fully at the low prices prevailing, and ticket it up or advertise it at corre- spondingly low rates, so their custom- ers can see wliat they are supposed to pay. We are not advising slaughtering prices or anything of this kind, and it Wietor Bros., Wbolesale Growers of ..CUT FLOWERS.. 51 Wabash Avenue, CHICAGO. Price List American Beantles, Per doz Extra lone $5 00 36-incii stems 4 00 30-inch stems. 3 00 24-inch stems 2 50 20-inch etems 2 00 18-inch stems 1 50 15 inch stems 1 00 Short 75 Per 100 KlUamey, extra $10 00 fancy 8 00 good 5 00 to 6 00 Richmond, extra 8 00 fancy 6 00 good 5 00 Mrs. Jardine, extra 10 00 fancy 8 00 good 6 00 White KlUamey, fancy 10 00 to 12 00 Brides and Maids, fancy 6 00 to 8 00 good 4 OOto 5 00 Uncle John, fancy 6 OOto 8 00 good 4 00 to 5 00 Perle, fancy 10 cents ROSES, our selection- $4 00 Carnations, extra fancy 2 GO to 3 00 Easter Lilies, short $2 00 per doz. VaUey 4 00 Asparagus Plumosus, extra quality, per bunch 7Sc Fancy Ferns, per 1000 $2 00 All other stock at lowest market rales. Prices subject to change without notice. No charge for packing. would be folly for retailers to sell at less tlian a living profit, but to allow the public to buy flowers cheaply when possible, and by the same means keep the stock out of the hands of the street men is good business policy, and wholesalers and retailers ought to combine as far as possible to bring this about. Roses are coming much more plentifully and are cheaper, though the good quality is maintained. Rich- mond is not in the best form gener- ally, but Bride, the Killarneys, Mrs. Jardine, Uncle John and other teas are igio. The American Florist. 223 :: Easter Lilies :: We are cutting a large quantity of lilies every day, very choice stock, long stems, large flowers and fine foliage. They are the best flowers in the market and are in great demand during this shortage of Beauties and Roses. We are selling them at $15.00 per 100 or $2.00 per dozen. Buy direct of the grower and get fresh stock. American Beautics, Roses, Fancy Car- nations, Tulips, Daffodils, Lily of the Valley, Easter Lilies and Greens. Write us for our weekly price list if you are not receiving it. We keep you posted on the flower market Bassett & Washburn store and Office: 76 Wabash Ave., OKIIOA.OO Greenhouses: HINSDALE, ILL- fine. American Beauty is more plen- tiful in the shorter and medium grades, but there is still room for more of the first quality flowers. Bulbous stock has been piling into the market all week and most of it is of elegant quality, but, unfortunately, the demand for it has not kept pace with the supply, and many fine tulips, nar- cissi and others left by the ash barrel route. On Monday, trade took a little spurt, shipping orders for Washing- ton's birthday helping out some. Speaking with one of the best known and successful wholesalers, he said their books showed that the week just ended was below that of the same week last year. This he ascribed to the early Lent in great part and doubt- less he was right. Carnations contin- ued to arrive in large quantities, but there was a marked scarcity of white, and these were continually called for. Violets have been a drug since St. Valentine's day. Cattleyas are more plentiful and the price has shaded a little. Lily of the valley is plentiful, but apparently cleans up daily. Amer- ican Beauty roses are in rather bet- ter supply, some fine stock now ar- riving from the principal growers. Easter lilies are not quite as plenti- ful, but there are enough to meet the demand. HOLIDAY MAILS. As usual, wholesalers received quite a lot of orders on Wednesday morning that were intended for the day before — Washington's birthday. Some out- of-town buyers never seem to get wise to the fact that there are no mails in the afternoon of these holidays and consequently their shipments are late, owing to their letters being held up until the next morning. Shippers can- not be blamed for these things and it would be well if their customers at a distance would make a note of this for future reference. NOTES. Quite a scare was caused in the Atlas building about 8 a. m., February 18, the news that one of the large boilers that supply steam to the build- ing was likely to blow up, causing many visitors to remember engage- ments in the suburbs. Some there were who waxed technically eloquent, when describing the trouble, about high and low pressure systems, valves, boiler ratings and other things in- vented to confuse the lay mind. But We Are Strong On ROSES AND CARNATIONS. Our Beauty crop is just coming in and we have large supplies in all grades. For Easter we will be exceptionally strong on Beauties, RoseS, Carnations, and all Seasonable stock. The carnations now being shipped are unsur- passed in quality in this or any other market. PRICE LIST. BEAUTIES Per doz AMERICAN Extra long stems $5 00 36 inch stems 4 00 30 inch stems 3 00 24 inch stems 2 60 20 inch stems 2 00 18 inch stems 1 50 15 inch stems 1 00 12 inch stems 75 Richmond, KiUarney, My Per 100 Maryland ifeOO to $10 00 Mrs. Field, Mme.Chatenay 6 Oo to 8 00 Uncle John, Bride, Maid, Ivory, Sunrise, Golden Gate Perle Roses, our selection Carnations Harrisii VaUey Violets Adiantum Asparagus, per bunch ... Ferns, per 1000 6 00 to 5 00 to 2 00 to 00 00 00 OO 15 00 4 00 1 00 1 00 50 2 00 2,000,000 Feet of Modern Glass Tknnrr^rk Tkr^wmmnrkr' i:,uou,uuo j to 18 in 1.50 to 2.00 Short 75 to 1.00 .$6.00 to $10.00 per 100 ...$6.00 to $8.00 per 100 All Other Rose Stock in Full Crop. Fancy Longiflorum $2.00 per aoz. Lily of the Valley $3.00 to $4.00 per 100 CARNATIONS Fancy $2.00 to $3.00 per 100 Ordinary $1.50 per 100 ^^M^t«S#lcs CATTLEYAS, Vrri>lllll9 $5.00 to $6.00 per doz. . Von SiOn...$2.00to$3.00per 100 SpriOjSf rlOWerS Jonquils 2.00 to 3.00 per 100 *^ * Tulips 2.00 to 4.00 per 100 Wild Smilax, Fancy Ferns, Leucothoe and Mexican Ivy. VAUGHAN & SPtRRY, 52-54 Wabash Ave., L.D. Phone, Central 2571 CtliCdQO Washington's birthday was very large here. Hoerber Bros, have quite decided on building- again this year. They will double the size of their new plant at Desplaines; the contracts are out for the work and this will probably be let within a few days. They are down 368 feet with the artesian well, having struck rock at about 300 and, although the work has been delayed on account of the severe weather, it is to be started up again in earnest now with a larger and more powerful drill. The A. Li. Randall Co. had a largo call for blue coloring for Washington's birthday and is getting busy with the green for St. Patrick's day. - Some white carnations with their stems in- serted in this "dope" for 20 ininutes were distinctly colored and an hour is about the time neces.-sary to make a good job of it. They are very busy now here with Easter supplies and in the cut flower end fine stock of all kinds is being handled. Ask J. B. Deamud to trot out the big violet that shows a good margin around a silver dollar when this is laid on the flower. (Also watch J. B. while he has the dollar.) This appears to be a fine thing. It is a seedling raised by W. F. Duntemann. of Bensenville, of immense size, good stem, very fra- grant, and in color a deep lavender. It has not been named yet. Thos. J. McNally has opened a retail store at 477 Wabash avenue. On Washington's birthday a fine design of the national flag was shown in the north window, the late president's portrait, framed in bronze magnolia leaves, occupying the center of the other. Funeral designs are expected to form a large part of the business done. "When in doubt try Budlong's" seems to be a pretty good rule to fol- low for those who are looking out for first class stock. The flowers arriving from the greenhouses are excellent in every way and we especially noted very fine, Mrs. Jardine, My Marj-land and Bridesmaid roses. The bulb stock, too, is excellent. A fire occurred at the greenhouses of Edward Meuret, at Park Ridge, on February 21, but not much damage was done. Some of the carnations that were sent from there the follow- ing day were scented all right, but it was hardly the old clove fragrance — more like "Auld Reekie" ye ken. ''The Busiest House in Cliicago'' WE NEVER SUBSTITUTE. If you order Kiliarney you don't get Maids. We presume you know what you want and we are here to supply your -wants — not to send you what we choose. That's another reason why you should send your orders to J. B. DEANUD CO. Excellent flowers of Oattleya Trianse have been arriving at Geo. Reinberg's all the week from the greenhouses. They are fresh and of good varieties. A few Percivalianas were also noted and some of the finest smilax we have seen for a long time, long full strings of perfect color. Winter-son's Seed Store has received another large consignment of canna roots, the last carload selling so well that many of the popular varieties were exhausted. The demand is re- ported as excellent, as is also that for the Ajax carnation dye. Kyle & Foerster have been doing a big shipping business and getting satis- factory returns for their growers. The daily receipts of roses and carnations are heavy and clean up w'ell and a large and varied assortment of stock is handled. Thursday evening, March 3, will be ladies' night at the Florists' Club. A fine musical entertainment has been prepared and dinner will be served in the ladies' parlor of the Union hotel, at 8 p. m. Zech & Mann are especially strong on the best class of bulb stock, elegant tulips, daffodils and jonquils being seen. Bride and Bridesmaid roses have also been particularly good all week. Peter Reinberg's Beauties are in fine crop now and magnificent flowers are being handled at the store. Carna- tions are also in great shape and the quality of the roses arriving is of the best. Quality as well as variety is the key- note at E. C. Amling's. This exper- ienced wholesaler's finely equipped store is one of the first sought by dis- criminating buyers of good stock. AV. N. Rudd is at Edwardsville this week as one of the speakers at the farmers' institute. C. L. Washburn will celebrate the fifty-second anniversary of his birth- day, February 27. Visitors: Geo. Spickerman, son of Mrs. Frances Spickerman, of the Sandwich Greenhouses, Sandwich; C. C. Pollworth. Milwaukee, Wis.; H. J. Ruigrok, representing P. van Deur- sen, Sassenheim, Holland; O. J. Olson, of Holm & Olson, St. Paul, Minn.; Louis Bauscher, Freeport; A. T. Pyfer, Joliet; E. H. Michell, St. Louis, Mo.; M. Crawford, Cuyahoga Falls, O.; C. E. De Wever, Clayton, Mo.; Creigh- ton, representing A. T: Boddington, New York. THE TRIP TO JOLIET. Quite a large party visited the Chi- cago Carnation Co.'s plant February 22, leaving over the Rock Island at 11:45 a. m., at the invitation of the above firm. Growers from surround- ing centers. Morton Grove, Bensen- ville, Niles Center, Elmhurst, Maywood and others joined the city party, and, on arrival an excellent lunch was served, followed by a look through the greenhouses. The general stock was found in fine condition and the novelties, including Mary Tolman, Sangamo, Conquest and others proved of great interest. The return journey was made at 6 p. m. Several ladies were of the party. igio. The American Florist. 225 Cut Flowers | E. H. HUNT FOR ALL OCCASIONS. nORISTS* SUPPLIFS TOO. -SEND FOR PRICE LIST. 76 Wabash Avenue, CHICAGO. KYLE & FOERSTER W. p. KYLE. 51 Wabash Ave., —CONSIGNORS SOUCITED.- Wholesale Florists. L. D. Phone Randolph 3619. JOSEPH FOERSTER CHICAGO. KENNICOTT BROS. WHOLESALE CUT FLOWERS 48-50 Wabash Ave., L. D. Phone, Central 466. Chicago We will have snythinK in the line of CUT FLOWERS and GREENS that you may want if anybody has it. at Chicago market prices on day of shipment. CHAS. W. McKELLAR, 61 WTabash Ave.. CHICAGO. ORCHIDS A Specialty Fancy ^tockin Peonies, Valley. Roses, Beanties, Carnations and a full line of all Cnt FlowerSiGreens, Wire-Work and horlsts' Supplies. Send for Complete Catalogue. POLtlLMANN BROS. CO. Wbolesale Growers of and Dealers in All tcleEraph and telephone orders fiven prompt attention. GreenliOQses 32-37 Randolph St. MORTON GROVE. HL. CHICAGO. Grand Rapids, Mich. We have had u delightful winter, a little cold, but steady. Coal bills have run up some, but business has been excellent — nothing spasmodic, but a good, steady demand, which seems to increase with the coming ol" spring. Everyone seems to be very busy. Roses have been very scarce ever since Chri.'Stmas, which has helped other flowers, as customers turned from roses to other things. Carna- tions have been plentiful and are now much better in quality than two to three weeks ago. With only four days' sunshine from December 7 to January 19, there will certainly be many soft carnations. Bulbous stock is now coming in plentifully and with a good demand, but everyone's mind is centered on Easter, and it looks now as if some will not get their lilies in. NOTES. Henry Smith's place is looking ex- ceedingly well; his Bride and Brides- E.C.AMLING THE LARGEST, BEST EQUIPPED, MOST CENTRAIvI/Y LOCATED WHOLESALE CUT FLOWER HOUSE IN CHICAGO. 32, 34, 36 RANDOLPH STREET, CHICAGO. L. D. 'Phones Central 1978 and 1977. VloMe JIoYcrMM'Kefe Chicago. Feb. 2i Roses. Beauty, extra select ... 5 00 36in 4 00 30in 3 00 18in 2 00 15 in : to Short 75 Per too " Bride, Bridesmaid, select,. 8 C0@10 00 medium 4 0U@ 6 00 Killarney. select .. 6 OlJ@10 00 medium and short 4 00 Mrs.Jardine 4 00@10 00 Mrs. Potter Palmer 8 00 My Maryland 8 00 ■ Perle 7 00 " Richmond 4 00@12 00 " Uncle John 6 00 White- Killarney. select ... 8 00@U) 10 medium 4 00® 6 00 Carnations, select lancy ... 3 00® 4 (JO common and splits . . 1 CO® 2 00 Callas per doz , 150 Hyacinths. Roman 2 00® 3 00 Lilium Harrisii .perdoz,. 1 50 12 00 Lily of the Valley 3 00® 4 00 MiBnoneite .5 OOS 5 0) Narcissus .2 00® .3 00 Orchids perdoz.. 6 00® 9 00 Sweet Peas 40® 1 00 Violets 50® 75 Adiantum .. per lOCO. 150 Asparagus Plum, strings, each, 60® 75 sprays i 00® 4 00 Spreneeri 3 00® 4 00 Boxwood, per bunch.. 35c percasc. 7 50 Ferns per 1000. 2 00 Smilax 1 50 maid roses are very fine, also his car- nations. Etta O'Niel, of Mr. Smith's store, has been on the sick list for two weeks. N. B. Stover has just returned from a two weeks' trip through the east. He visited Washington, Baltimore, Philadelphia, New York, New Haven, Cincinnati, Rochester, Cleveland and Toledo. The Grand Rapids Greenhouse Co. will use 100,000 feet of glass, which has been devoted to vegetables, for roses and carnations. Wencil Cukerski has finished his houses and is stocking them up, so as to be ready for spring business. BE YOUR OWN COMMISSION MAN AT THE Flower Growers' Market 60 Wabash Ave., CHICAGO. A Few Desirable Stands For Rent. See JOHN SINNER, Manager. WffiTOR BROS '^^T^li Cu< Flowers An teleeraph and telephone orders eiteu prompt BtteutioD. 51 Wabash Ave.. CHICAGO. Quality Counts.. Let us have your next order for Roses and Carnations and other Seasonable Flowers. JOHN KRUCHTEN, 51 Wabash Ave.. CHICAGO. HOEBBER GROS. Wholesale Growers of Gut Flowers, Telephone Randolph 2758. Greenhouses: DES PLAINES, ILL. Store: 51 Wabash Avenue, CHICAGO Zech&Mann Wholesale Florists Room 218, 51 Wabash Ave., CHICAGO Telephone, Central 3284. A. L. Randall Co. 19-21 Randolph St., CHICAGO. L.D. Phone Central 1496. Private Ezchan^ All Departments. 11 you do not receive our price list ri.'Riilarlv send for it. ' CROWERS^-SHIPPERS , cm FLOWERS *» 59 WABASH AVE. *** ^ONECENTRAtBia DElMItl£S I W. Bruin Slot, who had his foot am- putated at the ankle about four weeks ago, for blood poisoning, is getting along as well as could be expected. Eli Cross has a carload of glass, which will go Into houses this spring for roses. B. S. 226 The American Florist, Feb. 26, Philadelphia. STOCK IN PLENTY. Flowers of all kinds, except a few of the high-class roses, are very plen- tiful at present. This is in part due to the increasing- sunshine and also to a material lessening in the demand, which has fallen off considerably since St. Valentine's day. American Beau- ties are more plentiful and the specials have dropped to $4-$5 per dozen. Bul- bous stock, such as tulips and daffo- dils, are seen in large quantities at very low i^rices. The large single vio- lets are very fine and are quoted as low as 60 cents per 100. Easter lilies, fine flowers, one and two flowers to a stalk, are quoted lower than ever, which, considering the small quanti- ty of flowers to a bulb, must be dis- couraging to the grower. Snapdragon is coming in larger quantities and from this time on will cut quite a fig- ure in the market, as it is very deco- rative and when kept in stock is pop- ular with most flower buyers. Carna- tions are difficult to handle, as they have run so fine at such low prices; J2 per 100 for specials is certainly in- viting enough for the jnildest plunger. Washington's birthday was taken advantage of by a number of the re- tailers who decorated their windows with flags and George's bust. Flowers of the national colors were arranged with hatchets and tricolor ribbon. Ar- tificial cherries, wired on small trees, or boughs of cherry trees, were also prominent as decorative features. There is a fine stock of flowering plants seen in all the stores. Azaleas, primroses, lilacs, pans of tulips and hyacinths, daisies and cyclamens are seen in quantity and sell fairly well. Pennock's window last week was gor- geous with a large bank of Azalea mollis in its various shades of yellow ana orange. The city is now in the midst of a street car strike which was Inaugurated last Saturday. There has been much rioting, disorder and smashing of cars. The service main- tained during the day is about 50 per cent of normal and no cars run after 6 p. m., except the elevated to West Philadelphia, which continues its reg- ular schedule. This necessitates an early closing, as in most cases the help live at considerable distance from their places of business. NOTES. At the annual meeting of the H. A. Dreer Beneficial Association, February 1, the folloiying officers were elected: J. Flynn. president; A. H. Hoyle, vice- president; treasurer. A. Lloyd; secre- tary. Herman Cook. Directors: J. Leib, O. Leib. Wm. O'Donnell, J. Rup- pert, Jos. Schuler, M. McCreedy, H. Dingee. J. Hilson, and Max Locko- witz. The association pays sick ben- efits of $5 weekly for 11 weeks. In case of death $50 is paid to the fam- ily of deceased. The report of the treasurer showed the finances to be in a very satisfactory condition. E. G. Strohlein, of the Dreer Co., returned from his semi-annual European trip with some novelties which are as yet under cover. He reports a general prosperous condition in England and on the continent. He was in London just at the heat of the election and said they were just as strenuous there as here. It was tariff and anti-tariff, and budget, budget, budget from morning until night. He found condi- tions as regards the general stock about as usual on the continent. There is an apparent scarcity in the larger sizes of palms. A great deal is thought of Phoenix Roebelenii and many grow- ers are working up stocks of this graceful variety. Specimens from five to six feet in diameter are seen and very beautiful they are. Mr. Stroh- lein spoke very highly of Horticul- ture Planderi at Bruges, one of the largest areas of glass in the world, probabl.v the largest devoted to deco- rative plants. Here are seen two, three, four and five-acre blocks, all under glass, of kentias, phoenix and other palms. One block of five acres was given entirely to Phoenix Canariensis. He said that azaleas were likely to be in good demand, with the stock of Mme. van der Cruyssen running low. Efforts were being made to get a good new white, a variety for which there is a crying demand. Mrs. Robt. Craig, who has been sojourning at Palm Beach, Fla., with John N. and Mrs. May, of Summit, N. J., Mrs. Wm. K. Harris and her daughter Marguerite, Benjamin and Mrs. Dorrance and their daughter, of Wilkesbarre, Pa., is recovering from an acute attack of indigestion, which at first was very serious. She is now, we are happy to say, out of danger and is expected to be out as usual in a few days and will return home in a week or two. "McKissick's specialties at present are single violets, Mrs. Jardine roses, Easter lilies and bulbous stock. Sweet peas are also a feature. Leo Niessen says that Beauties are becoming- much more plentiful and he finds a good demand for them at the prevailing prices. K. Boston. K GOOD DEMAND. There was an unusual demand for stock of all kinds the first part of the week. St. Valentine's day trade proved a pleasant surprise for every- body and quantities of the smaller flowers were disposed of. Trade held up fairly well throughout the week — a marked improvement over last. Roses arc coming along well, espe- cially the smaller grades. Beauties are still a little short and they are bringing top prices. Bulbous stock is coming in rather too freely. Vio- lets are down in price and are coming in in large quantities. The quality is very good, both in dou- ble and single. Large quantities of lilies and callas are being dis- posed of. Funeral work seems to be lilentiful and the present time is full of opportunity for the shrewd buy- ers to get good value on stock used in this class of work. Lily of the valley is unusually plentiful. Cat- tleyas are coming in in reduced numbers. Sweet peas, mignonette, snapdragon, acacia, luyosotis, etc., are all fairly plentiful. White lilac is coming in plentifully now and is in good demand. The plant trade is holding up very well. NOTES. A new flower store was opened this week under the name of Hun- tington Florists. The store is neatly fitted up and is in a most desirable location on Huntington avenue. The business of the late E. Suter- meister is being conducted as former- ly and the usual large quantities of bulbous stock, both cut and potted, are coming to market. Jas. McManus, of The Thos. F. Gal- vin, Inc., Tremont street store, has been under the weather for the past week and confined to his home part of the time. H. L. Cameron, of North Cambridge, is bringing in a remarkably fine lot of cinerarias. The variety of colors is quite extensive. Thos. Roland is making a specialty at this time of choice bunches of as- sorted acacia. He, puts in generous value. Wm. Kenney, formerly with Thos. F. Galvin, is now with M. .Solomon at Houghton & Dutton's department store. The growers are already talking lilies for Easter, and the outlook is bright for plenty of good material. All the retailers are enthusiastic over the Valentine's day trade; it ex- ceeded all expectations. Thomas F. Galvin is in New York on a brief visit. Visitors: Arthur Zirkman, repre- senting M. Rice & Co., Philadelphia; S. Surney, representing Wertheimer Bros., New York. R. Washiusfton. A BUSY -WEEK. Another busy week is over, St. Val- entine's day having created an extraor- dinary demand for flowers. Owing to Sunday coming the day ahead, it cre- ated a great rush, and some of the retailers experienced great difliculty in getting orders filled on time. Vio- lets were readily disposed of at 75 cents to $1 per bunch. Orchids and lily of the valley sold well; there was also a good demand for roses, carna- tions and all sorts of bulbous stock. Plants did not take so well. NOTES. At a dinner given by Secretary of the Intei-ior Ballinger in honor of President Taft, the ballroom was handsomely decorated with groups of palms, the reception room with palms, white lilac and poinsettias; the mir- rors were partially veiled with cur- tains of Asparagus plumosus; fivf- centerpieces decorated the tables; a large round one with a tall vase of white lilac, which was surrounded with jonquils at the base, occupied the center of the table, -K'hile two oval ones filled with jonquils, were placed at the ends, and small round ones of the same flower were placed between the ovals. Z. D. Blackistone executed the arrangements. He had a similar decoration for a dinner given by Sen- ator Guggenheim. G. S. -WHAT APt1iN[ Will Do at Public Tests It Will Do for You. At these demonstrations we proved conclusively that within a verj' short time it will destroy Black, Green and White Fly, Mealy Bug and Scale. It is equally effective against Red Spider and Thrips. Its comparative cost with other in secticides makes Aphink one of the most economical remedies now on the market for greenhouse and outdoor work . Send for name of nearest selling agent. Aphine Manufacturing Company MADISON, N. J. igio. The American Florist. 227 r Bulbous Stock Single Daffodils, Golden Spur and Princeps. Tulips, Pink, White, Red and Yellow. Valley, Very Choice, $3.00 and $4.00 per 100. Acacia Pubescens. Iwong graceful sprays of small yellow, ball shaped flowers, beautiful foliage, a very choice novelty $2.50 per bunch. ■^ THE LEO NIESSEN CO.,^^o^.l^^'^^s^r■^\"^^''LWkr.er, Philadelphia. Pa. J Beauties Lily ofthe Valley, Carnations and all Tea Roses, In lots of one hundred to one thousand. Phone or wire us. WELCH BROTHERS, Devonfhfre St. Boston, Mass. 50a SO® : oo on 00 25 1 50 50 50 50 >) Devonshire St. Pittsbnrg Florists' Exchange Wholesale Cut Flowers Everything Ssasonable Headquarters for Ferns, Gala.v. Leucothoe and Wild Srailax. and carry a large supply of the best on hand at all times, Wc quote the following interesting prices on small or large quantities. Fents» fancy and jdaegers. $1.25 per 1000 Galax, green and bronze fiSc per 1003. Leucothoe, green and bronze 65c per 100. Wild Smilax, large cases, $4.50 per case. 15 Diamond Square, PITTSBURG, PA. VlioMe Ho¥crM^Keto Pittsburg. Feb. 23. Per 100 Roses. Beauty, special 25 00@40 00 «ttra 15 00@-:000 No. 1 8 00@I2 00 Bride. Bridesmaid 4 00@ S 00 " Chatenay 4 00@ S 00 " Killarney 4 00@ 8 00 " My Maryland <1 00@ 8 00 " Richmond 4 00@ 8 00 Carnations 1 po@ 2 00 BouTardias 2 50@ 3 00 Callas 10 00 Cattleyas .50 00860 00 Cypripediums 15 00 Daffodils 3 00@ 4 00 Gardenias 35 00050 00 Hyacinths. Romans 2 00 Lilac, white per bunch, 1 00@1 SO Lilium Longifiorum 12 00 Lily of the Valley 4 00 Mignonette 4 00 Narcissus 2 00® 3 00 Pansies Primroses Sweet Peas Tulips Violets, aouble single .\diantum .. . AsparagusSprengeri. per bunch, strings... per string, sprays. ..per buncb. Smilax 15 00 Philadeu'Hia. Feb. Tt. Per 100 Roses. Beauty, extra 40 00@7S 00 ,; „ ■■ first 25 00@35 00 Brides and Maids 6 Ol@10 00 '.'. Tea 6 00® 10 00 extra 12 00@25 00 tarnations 4 00@ 6 00 Cattleyas ,50 03@75 00 Li ium Harrisii 12 OOiglS 00 Lily of the Valley 4 00@ 5 00 Mignonette 5 0fi@ 6 00 Sweet Peas. 75® 1 00 Violets, single 75@ 1 00 ;■ double 1 00@ 1 50 Smilax 15 001220 00 Boston, Feb. 23. Per 100 Roses. Beauty, best 25 00@ 50 03 medium 15 0Ci@2S 00 " D.J r,"^."."^ SOO@IOOO Bride. Bridesmaid 4 00@ 6 00 r ..Extra 6 00@ 8 00 Carnations 2 OO® 3 00 P „ selected 25 00 £• '?' 8 00@16 00 Cattleyas ... 50 00@75 00 Ulium Longiflorum 10 00 Uly of the Valley 2 00@ 4 00 =>°"'3« 12 03@16 00 Grafted and Owo Root Rose Plants Killarney, Richmond, My Maryland, White Killarney, (Waban strain), Kaiserin, Bride and Bridesmaid. Send for Prices W. H. Elliott, Brighton, Mass. The McCailum Co., inc. "WE HAVE THE STOCK" 937 Liberty Ave., Pittsburg Qualities Best. Prices Right. Pittsburgii Cut Flower Co., Wholesale Florisfs and Growers, The House that has and sells good goods at fair prices. Salesrooms, 222 Oliver Ave. PITTSBURGH, PA. Choice Assortment of CUT FLOWERS will be found here. WRITE FOR PRICES. W. E. McKissicK & Bros. WHOLESALE FLORISTS . Business Hours 7 a. m. to 8 p. m. 1619-1621 Ranstead St., PHILADELPHIA, PA, Absolutely The Best Possible Service. EVERYTHING A FLORIST USES. The Denver Wholesale Florist Co. 1433-3S California St. Mention tlie American Florist when writing J. B. Murdoch &Co. 714 Penn Avenue PITTSBURG, PA. All Flowers in Season. Send for list. Mention the Avierican Florist when -writing RICE BROTHERS Wholesale Florist, and Supplies. 115 N. 6th St., MINNEAPOLIS, MINN. Cut Flowers received twice dally. Can fill your orders to your satisfaction. Also headquarters for Wild Snulax, Boxwood, Galax Leaves, Hardy Fancy Ferns. Prices quoted on large quantities. Milwaukee. There is a greatly increased supply of all kinds of stock in the market this week. Carnations are extra fine and prices low. Roses have arrived all week in increased numbers, and all kinds of bulbous stock and spring flowers are plentiful. ^o. Jobbers of FLORISTS' SUPPLIES SEEDS and BULBS. Price List on Application. 1 31 6 Walnut SL, CINGINNATI, OHIO. 5 Phone Main 584. b ^-«. \ff*\f,i:s MAnrsOM SOt«lll ENOOCH SAID Moore, Hentz & Nash, WHOLESALE COMMISSION FLORISTS 65 and 57 West Zeth Street, NEW YORK. Telephon* No. 756 Madison Sqaara. Mention the American Florist when writing HEADQUARTER- t ' .,, ^e^N YORK Give DS a Trial. We can Please you. ii Roses, Carnations and all kinds of Seasonable Flowers In Stock. WM. F. KASTING CO.c^^SS°'' Florists' Supplies and Wire Designs. Mention theAmerican Florist when writing B. S. Slinn, Jr. WHOLESALE FLORIST 55 and 57 W. 26tli St., NEW YORK Telephones: 4620 4621 3864 Madison Sq. VIOLETS i^^^^^ Shipping Orders Receive Prompt Attention. Beloit, Wis- — John Rindfleisch will soon erect a new greenhouse to cost $6,000- It is to consist of four sec- trons, each 25x100 feet, and in addi- tion to this an office, potting room, and boiler room will occupy a space of 29x100 feet. liflloMe HowerMwl^U New York. Feb. 25 Roses. Beauty, special 40 OOoiSO 00 fancy 25 000)35 00 Bride, Bridesmaid, special. SCKSlOOO extra and fancv 6 » 6) 8 00 NolandNo2 3 003)4 00 Killarney. special 10 OOffia 00 - ■■ e.\tra and fancy. 6 005) S 00 No.l and No. 2. 3 00@ 5 00 My Maryland 4 008)12 fO Riclimond 3 005)15 00 Carnations 50S) 2 50 Callas perdoz., 1005 125 Cattleyas 25 00^50 00 Gardenias perdoz.. 2 (X8> 4 00 Hyacinths 1 005 1 25 Lilium LongiHorum 5 005 6 oO Lilv of the Valley 1 005 2 50 Mignonette per doz.. 506) 1 00 Narcissus Paper White 1 005) 1 50 Yellow 1 005) 2 00 Sweet Peas-per doz. bunches, 756) 1 25 Tulips 1 fOffi 2 00 \'iolets 256) 50 Buffalo. Feb. 2,5. Roses, Beauty, special 5 00 fancy 4 00 extra 3 00 Bride, Maid. Killarney 4 00@12 00 Carnations 2 00@ 3 00 Callas 10 00@12 00 Daffodils 3 01 @ 4 00 Daisies 1 OOS 1 50 Hyacinths. Romans 2 00® 3 00 Jonquils 3 00@ 4 IX> Lilium Longiflorum 12 00@15 00 Lily of the Valley 3 00@ 4 Mignonette 3 CO® 5 00 Narcissus 2 00® 3 08 Stevia 1 00® 1 25 Swe.t Peas 5'® 1 00 Tulips 2 00® 4 CO Violets, double 50® 75 Adiantum 75® 1 SO Asparagus bunch. 25 00 SO 00 Asp. Plumosus strings... each 40@ SO Box\vood per case 75 Ferns - per 1000 2 00 Oalax. Green or Bronze per 1000 1 SO Leucothoi' 75 Smilax strings 1500 August Millang WHOLESALE FLORIST 41 W. 28th St., NEW YORK N,Y. Gut Flower Exchange Coogan Bldg, 6th Ave,&W. 26th St,. New York. Open lor Cut Flower Sales at 6 o'clock Every Morning. Desirable Wall Space to Rent for Advertising. V. S. DORVAL. Secretary HORACE E. FROMENT WHOLESALE COMMISSION American Beauty Roses a specialty. Roses, Violets, Carnations, Valley, Lilies, Etc, 57 West 28tli St., NEW YORK CITY Telephones ; 2200 and 2201 Madison Square. Mention the American Florist when writing Walter F.Sheridan WHOLESALE FLORIST , Telephones: 3532 and 3533 Madison Sq. 39 West 28th St., NEW YORK. Mention the American Florist when writing FLOWERS SHIPPED BY JOHN I. RAYNOR Are the best product of the best growers for the New York market. Adiantom Croweanum sold here exclusivaJy. 49 West 28th St., NEW YORK Telephone 1998 Madison Square. KESSLERBROS. 50 W. 28th St., NEW YORK. OUT FLOWERS Wholesale PlantsniM and Florists. Plione 2336 Madison Sbipments iTerywhere, Promnt and satisfactory. Consignments solicited. Mention the American Florist when writing FORD BROS., Recelveri and Shippers of Fresh Flowers 48 West 28th St., NEW YORK. Telephone 3870-3871 MadiioD Square. ALFRED H. UNGJ4HR WHOLBSALB FLORIST, 55 W. 28tli Street, NEW YORK. All flowers in season. Consignments of first class stock solicited Telepbones 4626 and 4627 Madison Sonare 230 The American Florist. Feb. 26, Greens! Greens! Greens! Borwood, oer case. SO lbs.. S6.00; 100 lbs.. $11.00 Leucothoe Sprays, per 100. 50c: per 1000. $4.00. Galax, (rreen and bronze, per 1000. 75c; per case 10 000. ?.600. Wild Smllax, per 50-lb. case. $5.00: 2 case lots. $9.00: 4 case lots. $16. Smilaz, per dozen striDi;s. $1 50. Fancy Eastern Ferns, per 1000. $1.75; 5.000 lots. $sro. Green Sheet Moss, per bundle. $1.00. Sphagnum Moss, per bundle. $1.00. William Murphy, Wholesale Commission Florist. '•M-Jao"' 311 Main St., Cincinnati, 0. Qeorge Cotsonas 6t Co. Wholesale and Retail Dealers in all kinds of Evergreen Fancy and Dagger^ Ferns. Bronze and Green Galax. Phone 1202 Mad. Sq. MainStore, 50 W. 28th St., NEW YORK. New Crop Ferns FANCY and DAGGER ready May 1st. Special price for large orders Price $1.25 per 1000. CALDWELL THE WOODSMAN CO., Evergreen, Alabama Lansing, Mich. Gurdon B. Smith Covers all Points in Michigan. Best of Shipping Facilities in all Directions. Always has (he best of Everytliirg. Louisville, Ky. JACOB SCflULZ, 550 So. Fonrth Avenue. Colorado Spring, Colo. FRANK F. CRUMP, Wholesale and Retail Florist MICHIGAN. ^"^"^ «'■' be carefully cared for by HENRY SMITH, Wholesale and Retail Florist of GRAND RAPIDS. Leading Florist, ■f TOLEDO, OHIO. All Orders Promptly Executed. GEO. A. HEINL, DolJbs Ferry, N. Y. The Horticultural Society held its regular meeting February 12 at its- rooms in Odd Fellows hall. The fol- lowing were appointed a committee to arrange for a June show: R. Borham. H. Keling; P. Clinton, R. Hutchins, J. Schriber, C. Wilson and H. Harms. Prizes were offered by the president for cut flowers of any kind, except roses. R, Borham. gardener to the J. J. McComb estate, took first prize- F. Bradley, gardener to Mrs. S. Good- man, second. There were seven entries. H. FANCY. Henry M. Robinson & Co. Wholesale Commission Florists. till riOWcrS greens and Florists' SuppUes. Dagger and Fancy Ferns $1.50 per lOOO Bronze and Green Galax $1.00 per 1000: 8.50 per 10 COO Leucottioe Sprays $1 00 per lOO; $7.50 per lOOO Southern ^^ild Smilax, Branch Laurel, Laurel Festooning, Green and Sphagnum Moss, Boxv/ood Sprays, DAGGER. A large stock constantly on hand. Can fill orders at a moment's notice, Telephone or telegraph. Telephones: 2617-2618 Main; Fort Hill 25290. 15 Province Street and 9 Chapman Place, BOSTON, MASS. PANCY TERNS, $1.75 per 1000 New Crop Oalax. Bronze or Green $1.25 per 1000: !».««. $7.60 Sphadnum Moss, large bales $1.25: 6 bales. $7.00. Extra fine LeDcolhoe Sprays, Green and Bronze $1.00 per 100; $7.50 per 1000 Boxwood per bunch. 35c; 50-pound case, $8.50 Florists in the Middle and Western States can save money by placing their orders with us, A trial order solicited, MICHIGAN CUT TLOWER EXCHANGE, inc. Wholesale Commission Florists and Florists* Supplies, 38-40 Broadway, All phone connections. DETROIT, MICH HOLTON&HlNkELCO. Wholesalers of Fresh Flowers 462 Milwaukee St., "MILWAUKEE, WIS. We^e Hover MwKeto St. Louis. Feb. 23. Rose>, Beauty, long stems 30 medium stems. ...15 short stems 4 Bride, Bridesmaid 5 Chatenay 5 Killarney 5 My Maryland 6 Richmond 6 Carnations 1 fancy 2 Callas Easter Lilies Hyacinths. Romjin 1 Jonquils 2 Narcissus 2 Sweet Peas Adiantum Asparagus Sprengeri 2 " cut sprays 1 Ferns, fancy per 1000, 2 00 Smilax 12 Cincinnati. Feb. 2X Roses. Beauty 2 00^ Bride. Bridesmaid 3 Golden Gate 3 Killarney 4 Richmond 4 Carnations 2 Callas Hyacinths, Roman Lilium LongiSorum Lily of the Valley Narcissus. Paper White Violets, single and double 1 Adiantum 1 .Asparagus Sprcnguri. per bch. 25 Ferns. Eastern per 1000. 1 SO Galax . Bron ze per lOOO. 1 25 Smilax 12 Milwaukee. Feb, 2.?. Roses. Beauty 1 50® (, 00 Bride, Bridesmaid 5 Killarney 5 Liberty, Chatenay 2 " Perle 4 " Richmond 4 Carnations 1 Freesias Lilium Giganteum Longiilorum Lily of the Valley 3 Narcissus. Paper White Trumpet Major .3 Von Sion .S Sweet Peas Tulips 3 Violets Adiantum Asparagus per string, 50 '* Plumosus, per buncb, 35 ". , Sprengeri, " Ferns, Fancy per 1000 00@40 00 00@20 00 00@ 6 00 00@1(> 00 00@10 00 00610 00 00@10 00 ooeio 00 O0@ 1 50 00@ 2 .50 10 00 10 00 50® 2 00 50® 3 00 00® 2 50 25@ 50 1 50 00® 3 00 00® 2 00 50@15 00 } 600 00® 8 00 00® 8 00 00®10 00 00@1U 00 0C@ 3 00 12 50 300 15 00 4 00 3 00 00® 1 50 00® 1 50 50@20 00 00®12 00 00@12 00 CO® 8 00 CO® 10 00 00® 10 00 50® 4 00 ,^ 00 15 00 15 00 00@ 4 00 300 on® 4 00 on® 4 CO 75® 1 00 00® 4 CXI 50® 1 00 I so a 60 a 50 35 2 00 C. A. KUEHN, Wholesale Florist, 1122 Pine SU, ST. LOUIS, Ma A Complete Llae ot Wire Designs, Mentioti the American Florist when writing WM. C. SMITH Wholesale Floral Co. WHOLESALE FLORISTS Both L. D. Phones. ST. LOUIS, MO. Supplies and Everything in Season always on band Mention the American Florist when writing H. G.BERNING, Wholesale Florist, 1402 Pine St.. ST.LOmS.MO. Mention the American Florist when writing Perpetuated and Natural Sheet Southern Wild Smilax; E. A. BEAVEN, Evergreen, Ala. Mention the American Florist when ivriting j^^ Seattle, >^S^ Wash. T L. W. McXOY tgio. The American Florist. 231 rvp^f r»lLT^ An CWT' n AUrmC ^*^ "'^ deUvered for the trade In other cities by the il£oilIIlU UK vL 1 rLUWCK^ firms below, the LeadmgRetaHers in the cmes indicated, on Wire, Phone or Mall Orders. Alexander McConoell, 571 Fifth Ave., Windsor Arcade, NEW YORK CITY. TELEGRAPH Orders forwarded to any part of tie United States, Canada and all principal cities in Europe. Orders transferred or entrusted by the trade to our selection for delivery on steamships or elsewhere receive special attention. Telephone Calls: 487 and 488 38th St. Cable address: Alexconnell. Western Union Code, Cleveland, O. The Cleveland Cut Flower Co. Will fill your orders for designs and cut flovers in NORTHERN OHIO. Oayton, O. Matthews, FLORIST 16 W. 3rd Street. Flowers in any arrangement for all occasions, for Dayton and vicinity. Long dis. Phones St Paul, Minn. HOLM & OLSON, ST. PAUL THK LEADING FLORISTS OF THE N0RTHWXS3 Orders will be well cared for anywhere in MINNESOTA AND THE DAKOTAS. Los Angeles, Calif. J.W." """ FLORIST. '"ffi^iS^^"" 2 18 W. 4th St St. Paul, Minn. L L MAY & CO. Order your flowers for delivery lo this section from the Leadino florists of the Northwest San Francisco, Calif. J. B. BOLAND Successor to Sievers and Boland FLORIST 60 KEA RNEY STREET. Atlanta, Ga. Atlanta Floral Co. 4 1 Peachtre e Street. Pittsburg, Pa. H. L. BLIND g BROS., Two Stores: Liberty Av.&5lh St.. S424Center At. j Greenhouses: West View. ' New York. Established 1874. DARDS N. E. Corner 44th St. and Madison Ave. Has his own correspondents in all the large cities of Europe and the British Colonies. Cable orders forwarded by private code. Telegraph and Cable Ad- dress, DAfiDSFLOR. New York. Established 1849 David Clarke's Sons FLORAL DECORATORS 2139-2141 Broadway Choice Gut Flowers Telephones: 1552-1553 Columbus. WASniNfiTON D. C. Gude's Washington, D. C. Geo. e. Shaffer, :: s FLORIST s :: Phone 24I6Maln 14th&EyeSts..N.W Write. Telegraph or Telephone. Buffalo, N. Y. Flowers "Quality W. J. Palmer fi Son 304 Main St. Albany, N. Y. Flowers or Design Work. Delivered in Albany and Vicinity on Telegraphic Order. 11 NORTH PEARl STREET. Anderson, S. C. THE ANDERSON FLORAL CO. 533 MARSHALL AVX. Detroit, Mich. John Breifmeyer's Sons Comer Miami and Gratiot Avenaes. Artistic Designs. High Grade Cut Blooms. We cover all Michigan points and good sections of Ohio, Indiana and Canada. Kansas City, Mo. 6eo. M. Keilogg Flower and Plant Co., 906 GRAND AVE. KANSAS CITY and PLEASANT HILL, MO. Will fill all orders for Cut Flowers, Fonera) Designs, Wedding and Birthday Gifts that mat be entrusted to them, Terre Haute, Ind. John G. HeinI S Son, 1 29 South Seventh St. Telephone 247. We are in position to fill promptly ull mail, teb- phone, tele^apb and cable orders witb biM guality stock in season. Pittsburg, Pa. A. W. SMITH CO. KEENAN BLDG. Largest Floral Establishment in America i: Established 1874. Incorporated 1909. Rochester, N: Y. J.B. KELLER SONS, c FLORISTS. ] 25 Clinton Avenue, N. Rochester Plione 606. Long Dis. Bell Phone SIM IN HEART OF NEW YORK CITY Phone 2270 38th St. 1294 Broadway Our Motto-THE GOLDEN RULE Evansville, Ind. THE Wm. Blackman Floral Co. 403 MAIN STREET Prompt attention given to all mail, telepbon* and telegraph orders. Louisville, Ky. Established 1880. M. D. REIMERS 'Successor to Chasf W. Reimers. 329 Fourth Avenue 232 The American Florist. Feb. 26 y DESIGNS OR CUT FLOWERS Will be delivered for the trade in other cities by the firms below,the Leading Retailers in the cities indicated on Wire, Phone or Mail Orders. Ciucago. Egtablished Id 1857. 'mM. 739 Buckingham Place, L. D. Phone 558 Lake View. Send us your retail orders. Wl BAVS TEK BEST FACILITIES IN THI CITT Chicago. HAUSWIRTfl FLORIST Auditorium Annex. Mail, Telegraph or Telephone Orders Filled Promptly in Best Style. Gncinnati, O. JULIUS BAER, 138-140 E. Fourth St, tiong Distance Thone. New Orleans- •^ CUT TLOWERS For Tonrlsts and General Trade. Wire or mail. Highest Grade Stock Only. 5ig!*!Li: VIRGIN. ^TN^'t^if Savannah, Ga. JOHN WOLF, Wholesale and Retail FLORIST. Kalamazoo and Battle Creek, Mich. B. A. FISHER CO. Wholesale and Retail Florists. We Handle Everything in Season. Milwaukee, Wis. CCPoUworthCo. WiU take proper AVisCOnSlXla care ol your ordo-s 'n '' »»*,v»»»j»»»« Buffalo, Niagara Falls, Lockpori. S.A. Anderson, 440 Main St.. Buffalo, N. Y. Mail. Telephone and Telegraph orders filled promptly wiih the choicest stock. Washington, D. C. I4th and H Streets. Also 1601 Eutaw Place, Baltimore, Md. Kansas City, Mo. WHUAM L. ROCK, Flower Co., will carefnlly execute orderi for Kansas City and any town In Missouri, Kansas or Oklahoma. New York. The Flower Shop 136 W. 42nd St. Phone 259 Bryant. Near Knickerbocker Hotel. Finest quality of Roses. Orchids, Gardenias, etc. Particular attention paid to Steamer and Hotel orders. Boston, Mass. Send flower orders for delivery in Boston and all New England Points To THOS. F. GALVIN, Inc., 124 TREMONT ST. THE J. M. GASSER COMPANY, (g[L[E^[l[L^[?3[S)s,®o We Cover All Points in Ohio. St. Louis, Mo, Write. Wire or Phone Your Orders to 1406 OUve Street, Recular discount allowed on all orders,' either Plants or Cut Flowers, rhones Bell. Main 2306, Klnloch. Central 4981 Kansas City, Mo. Samuel Murray FLORIST 1017 Broaway ^°ns^e%"?orT Both Phones 2670 Main. Write. Telephone All orders given prompt or Telein-anh attention. New York. We Guarantee Satislaction. Brooklyn, New York. "WILSON" 3 and 5 Greene Ave. and 339 to 347 Greene Ave. Greenhouses: Short Hills, N. J. Deliveries in MEW YORK, LONG ISLAND and NEW JERSEY. Mention the American Florist tvhen writing New York. MYER, FLORIST, 609-6 1 1 Madison Ave. Phone 5297 Plaza. Indianapolis> !nd. BertermanoBros.Co. FLORISTS 241 Massachusetts Ave. 413 Madison Ave. cor. 48th St.. Omaba, Neb. Hess&Swoboda, FLORISTS, WlSFamumSL t^"" Denver, Colo. yhc Park ....Floral Co. J. A. VALENTINE. President. Denver, Colo. FLORAL DESIGNS AND FLOWERS Best Quahty on Shortest Notice DANIELS S; FISHER Order by mail, telephone, teletrraph or cable. Cable address "Daniels. Denver" Toronto, Can. Canada's beet known aod most reliable florist Only the Best Dunlop's SB Yonse Street. We deliver anywhere in Canada and cuarantea safe arrival. Send Advts. Early for Best Service. igio. The American Florist. 233 The Ideal Red Carnation O. p. BASSETT IT has been the Leading Red Carnation in this market, bringing the highest price of any and selling the best. It has paid us more money per square foot of bench than any other variety. The flowers are 3 J -2 inches in diameter, a deep brilliant red, and borne on long stiff stems. Winner of First Prize everywhere. Rooted cuttings, $50.O0 per 1000; $6.00 per 100. Buy Direct From the Originators. Bassett & Washburn, Office and Store, 76 Wabash Ave., C hicago. Greenhouses, Oinsdale,Ill. Cleveland. A TRIFLE SLOW. The market has been a little slow the past week. Carnations piled up rapidly until a good sized glut was on. Selling them in job lots at reduced prices helped to move a considerable quantity. Roses, not quite so plentiful, fared much better, at no time being in «xcess of a good demand. Bulbous stock is coming in very strong, tulips and daffodills being most plentiful. Callas and Harrisii lilies are plentiful and meet with a ready sale. Sweet peas and violets are selling exceptionally ■well. A few Rubrum lilies are in but are in no demand. Asparagus plu- mosus and A. Sprengeri are still very scarce. Adiantum is plentiful and of good quality. String smilax is having a good call. NOTES. The automobile show, which opens March 5, promises to be the finest ever "held in the city. Speaking of the deco- rations a local newspaper says: "The ■flower scheme will consist of Crimson Rambler roses and Japanese wistarias in full bloom. Reaching from the floor these will extend about the build- ing, covering the walls and balconies. While thousands of artificial flowers "Will be used, there will also be a large ■number of natural flowers, which will "be renewed as often as necessary. In the heart of each articial flower will be hidden an electric light, giving a most beautiful effect." All the retail stores had attractive St. Valentine windows. Smith & Fet- ters' window was arranged very artis- tically in pink and white, heart shaped Tjaskets filled with violets, valley and orchids; a large double heart of pink ■carnations tied with a lover's knot of white carnations v^'a^ the feoterpiece; large hearts 'ihfede 'up entiit^ly-of pink roses were also a part of the deeora- tion scheme, together with an up-to- date valentine which held the atten- tion of passersby. Sonie very attractive St. Valentine windows were shown in downtown re- tail stores. Smith & Fetters' window for Geo. "R'ashington's birthday was very artistic. A tree stump with a hatchet buried in it, and above this ■O'ashington's picture draped with the stars and stripes, with Jerusalem cher- ries tied with red and white bows, made a beautiful and attractive win- dow display. At the opening of H. Piggott's new store, February 12, in the Taylor ar- cade, everything looked very business- like, and the store was artistically decorated with cut flowers and plants. Mr. Piggott's years of experience, to- gether with his able force of clerks, will positively make for success. Many beautiful baskets, plants and other gifts were sent froni fellow craftsmen of the city. Kd. Travers, 8416 Hough avenue, has had his eye open for a good business partner for some time. He was mar- ried recently and we take it for granted Ed thought that was a good way to hold a partner. Ed reports business good, and his partner is a hustler. "We wish them all kinds of success. At the Halle Bros.' opening February 21, were some of the most artistic de- signs in floral work ever seen, besides large baskets filled with American Beauty, Richmond and Killarney roses, etc. A shoe and ladder of suc- cess were two very odd and artistic designs. At the Jones-Russell Co.'s store, lily of the valley, violets, orchids and 'other flowers most tk|l^roipi*lHfei ttr St. Valentine's day were daintily ar- ranged, the entire store giving the ef- fect of one large St. Valentine's day decoration. Ed. Travers. 841C Hough avenue, has had his eye open for a good busi- ness partner for some time; he was married recently, and he now has a life partner. We wish him all kinds of happiness and prosperity. In the Gasser Co.'s window a large heart, shaped from wood with little shelves on which were vases of violets, valley and orchids, made a very pretty window decoration. H. Piggott, Taylor arcade, says busi- ness has been very good with him since the opening, Saturday, February 12. G. M. Naumann & Son will remove to their new store at 10515 Superior street on or about March 1. BOWLING. At a hard-fought battle on the Schwartzerberg alleys between the wholesale and retail florists, the whole- salers again demonstrated that they are the better players. The retailers won the second game of a series of three, the past week, but this week's game decides who is who. Following are the scores of the second game: ■Wholesalers — 1st 2nd 3rd 4th G. Stnith 122 104 136 118 Oeo. Bates 14S 137 168 134 Herb. Bates 144 159 142 147 Guy Bates 129 121 167 126 F. Friedly 173 190 172 152 716 711 785 677 Retailers — 1st 2nd 3rd 4th W. Kruzen 159 184 136 122 H. Knoble 143 134 158 13G F. Knoble 152 204 148 161 O. Crabbe 179 151 149 97 C. Russell 115 148 137 183 I,.. 748 S21 728 699, •fei-ie.;?;;- 234 The American Florist. Feb. 26 Amarloan Saed Trade Association. J. C. Robinson. Waterloo, Neb.. Pres.: M. H.Duryea. New York. First VicePres.; F. W Bolgiano. Washington, D.C.. Second Vice- Pres.: C. E Kendel. Cleveland. O.. Sec'y and Treas.. Leonard H. Vaughan. Chicago. Asst. Sec'y. Twenty eighth annual conyen- tion. at Atlantic City, N, J. June 21, 1910. RED CLOVER Seed dropped 35 cents per bushel at Chicago, Friday, Febru- ary 18. OLNEY, ILL. — The weather has been so very severe this winter that min- ing saiid for Red Top mixing has been slow work. THE National Seed Co. has been in- corporated at St. Louis, Mo., with a capital of $20,000, 50 per cent paid in. A. W. Schisler will be, it. is under- stood, the head of the new concern. GRAND JUNCTION, COLO. — The Grand Junction Seed Co. has been incorpo- rated with capital stock of $10,000. The incorporators are "Whit Rozelle, H. M. Cannon and Luther N. White. THE name of Chas. P. Braslan, of San Jose. Calif., is mentioned as a likely candidate for congress to repre- sent the republican machine in the forthcoming battle to unseat Con- gressman "Red" Hayes. MBS. E. L. Coy. — On February 13 at 74 years of age, Mrs. Coy passed away at Melrose, Mass. Her son, C. P. Coy, of Waterloo, Neb., arrived three days earlier. Her husband will remain at the old home, his health, while not of the best, being still fairly good. New York. — Wm. Elliott, head of the firm of Wm. Elliott & Sons, is again at his desk after two weeks' jury service. This firm's first spring auction will take place on March 15, when a- large stock of conifers and hardy roses will be offered. — The im- provements in the Peter Henderson Co.'s store are about completed, and in addition to great interior improve- ments, they now have the finest show windows on Cortlandt street. — Harry Bunyard of A. L. Boddington's seed store, reached home February 21, af- ter an extended trip. He has been at Halifax, N. S., Chicago, New Orleans and other intermediate points. Inci- dentally the boys in the store are working nights filling the orders which he gathered in. — Chas. Loech- ner was up for the first time last week. Braslan Seed Growers Go, Lettuce, Onion, Sweet Peas, Growers for the Wholesale Trade Only. SAN JOSE, CALIF. JOHN H. ALLAN. — It is not generally known that John H. Allan, the famous Canadian pea grower, passed away on October 24, 1909. after a long illness. He had been in failing health for three years. He leaves a widow, now resid- ing at Picton, Ont. News of Mr. Al- lan's death reached this country through London. Chicago. — Contract prices on the board of trade February 23, for grass seed were noted as follows: Timothy, $4.05. White clover, from 20 cents to 25 cents. — The Holland (Dutch) Bloemkweeker Klester Vereeniging at the Hotel Bismarck, Breeder Kapt- jyn, Sr.. in the chair, adjourned for The Late Joseph B. Fuller. Sec Obituary, Pag'- 2l't. the season after the night session on Washington's birthday. — Visitors: W. Brotherton. of Jerome B. Rice & Co., Detroit, Mich.; Robert Fulton, of Henry & Lee, New York; H. Suzuki, Japan; D. E. Martin, Salem, 111.; S. Tokuda. New York. HOLLisTER, Calif. — Articles of incor- poration have been filed with the sec- retary of state of California for the incorporation of the Pieters-Wheeler Seed Co., which will take over the seed growing lousiness of A. J. Pie- ters. The stock was subscribed in the entirety by the following, who are also directors: A. J. Pieters, presi- Fcas^Bcaiis Alfred J. Brown Seed Co.« Growers for the Wholesale Trade. GRAND RAPIDS, MICH. dent; H. M. Pieter.«, vice-president; L. W. Wheeler, secretary. Mr. Whee- ler is well known in tlic seed trade, having been for some time manager of Vaughan's Seed Store. New York, and for the past three years identified with Californian seed growing inter- ests, having represented A. J. Pieters during the past season. — HollistHi Free Lance. February 17. The Business Outlook. St. Paul, Minn. — L. L. May 4: Co.. write: "From present indications the season of 1910 seems to be consider- ably behind the previous season, both in regard to the volume of business and to the dates of shipping. While the season seems to be several weeks late in different localities, still we ex- pect a little later that conditions will change so that the demand will be fully as great as in 1909. We are con- sideraby behind last year in the vol- ume of business done and believe it will require an early spring to enable us to do the volume of business which we have done previously." Minneapolis, Minn. — Nortlirup, King & Co. write: "We have had a switch- men's strike here since December 1, which has paralyzed business. We usually figure on shipping large quan- tities of seed grain during January, but on account of the delay on the part of the railroad companies in getting goods in and out of town, a great deal of this trade has gone to other centers this year. TraflSc, at the pres- ent time, is in a most deplorable con- dition. It will be a serious handicap to the spring trade if things do not change very rapidly. Mail business is fairly satisfactory." Rochester, N. Y. — James Vick's Sons write: "The season of 1910 seems to be rather a peculiar one in many ways. The early calls for catalogues was greater than last season or the season before and the seed orders for January a trifle behind last year. Feb- ruary business is very encouraging, even with the storms and snows, which undoubtedly are holding back many orders. Notwithstanding this, we are running about even with last year and with better weather condi- tions will probably run ahead." Philadelphia, Pa.^ — W. Atlee Burpee & Co., state that busines is "running just about the same as last year, which is all we could ask considering that there are many shortages upon which we have to decline large orders. Were it not for this feature, business would be considerably ahead of last year." I. N. Simon & Son say that they are head and ears in work, running nights until 11 p. m, Cincinnati, O. — The J. M. JIcCul- lough's Sons Co. says: "The seed busi- ness has been opening up very well with us, particularly in the grass seed department. The frequent decided changes in the weather show tenden- cies to check it off, but considering the weather wo think it is better and more favorable than a year ago. W' anticipate a very good season." New York. — J. M. Thorburn & Co. say that the season has opened up very favorably indeed and. so far as they are concerned, the indications for a good spring business were never bet- ter. igio. The American Florist. 235 VAN ZANTEN BROTHERS Royal Netherland Bulb Nurseries and Export Trade. HILLEGOM, HOLLAND. Wholesale growers of the leading sortsof Hyacinths, Tulips, Narcissus, Crocus, Spireas, Gladiolus, Peonies, etc., etc. Write our traveler. MR. G. HYLH EMA, care of Messrs. Maltus 8 Ware, 14 Stone St., New York, lor Catalogue and Special prices of all HOLLAND BULBS AND PLANTS ^ftitinn flip Aniprican Florist when writing S. D. WOODRUFF & SONS, SEED GROWERS Dealers in Garden, Field and Flower Seeds. Specialties: Beet, Carrot, Corn. Peas. Beans, Onion Sets and Seed Potatoes. Catalogue free. Contracts taken. 82-84 Dey street. Orange, Conn. NEW YORK. Mention the American Floj-ist lo/icrt v-ritinQ.- GET QUOTATIONS FROM L3NDRETH SEEDS which SUCCEED BJ,on,sdale Brlstol, PO. Mention the American Florist when writing Fine Aster Seed Catalogue Now Ready. VICK & HILL CO., Box 613, Rochester, N. Y. Mention the American Florist when writing EaTABLISHKD IN 18S4. Bridgeman's Seed Warehouse RICKARDS BROS., Props., 37 last lOth St., -Kftui VnrV ket Bioadway and 4tb Ave.. WCW lOrK Telephone 4335 GramercT. H. WREDE, LCNXBURG, GERMANY PANSY SEED jI76-FirstPrizes. the highest awards [ Chicago, Paris. London. Dusseldorf 1000 seeds, finest mixed... 25c loz. ■' ' " ..$2.25 C^Price list on application. Cash with order. CLEARING SALE Perennial Rye Grass (Lolium Porenne), crop 1%9. The heaviest seed ever imported, weighing 26 lbs, per bushel. Samples on request.; lb,,tc: 100 lbs., $5.50. f.o.b. New Orleans. THE AVENUE FLORAL CO., 3442 St. Cliarles Ave.. NEW ORLEANS, LA. $50.00 for $12.50 $5.00 for $1.50 SWEET PEAS Put uii in brautiful lithographed packets of the very best mixture; will retail rapidlynt -Sc per pkt. Besides beins profitable every llorist needs Ihem. Satisfaction irua'anteed or your money back. $12.00 per 1000; iTiJ at IC 05 rate: or a samiilc 100 for $ I 50. ELMER RAWLINS, Olean, N. Y. Dreer's Double Petunias OUR DOUBLE PETUNIAS, for tnore than half a centur}' have been the acknowledged standard. The strain this season is equal in high quality to its pre- decessors, and is well known to the trade. We offer 15 distinct varieties, in 2kl-inch pot plants, at 60c per dozen; $4.00 per 100; the set of 15 varieties for 75c. Seed of onr SUPERB STRAIN OF FRINGED PETUNIAS. Double, 75c per 500 seeds; $1.50 per 1000 seeds. Single, 50c per trade pkt.; $1.00 per 1-16 oz.; $1.50 per Vs oz. The above prices are intended for the trade oi)ly. Our Quarterly Wholesale Price List, issued January 1st, offers a full line of Seasonable Plants, Seeds and Bulbs. HENRY A. DREER, Philadelphia, Pa. -FOR- SEEDS OP ALL KINDS APPLY TO W. W. JOHNSON & SON, Limited, Boston, England. STOCK SEED risk's Brancblng in all colors. Trade packet. 40c,. oz. $4.00. Pure White, tr. packet. 50c.. oz, $5.00, .'V 1 s o Beauty of Nice strains. B. E. FISKE SEED CO., Boston, Mass. S. M. Isbell & Co., Jackson, Mich. CONTRACT SEED GROWERS, Bean, Cucumber, Tomato, Pea, Mnskmelon, Squash, Watermelon, Radish, Sweet Com. Correspondence solicited. CHOICE GERMAN FLOWER SEEDS Catalogue free on application. Stamp letters 5 cents; foreign post cards 2 cents. FREDERICK ROEMER, Seed Grower, Quedlinburg, Germany. SEEDS Best that grow. We sell dl rect to 1,'ardeiicrs and florists at wholesale. Big beautiful italogiie fruc. Write today. ARCHIAS* S£ED STORE, Etox50, iSedalia, Mo. ASPARAGUS Sprengeri, per 1000 seeds 75c PETUNIA Lar^e flowering, double fringed, trade pkt . . 1 00 Large flowering, single fringed, trade pkt .. 50 Large flowering, single fringed. California Giants 50 SALVIA Zurich, oz 5 00 Triumph, oz 5 00 MOONFLOWER, White Seed '..... 35 FRESH TOBACCO STEMS. Bale of 300 lb«., $1,75; ton, $9,00, W. C. BECKERT, Seedsman, 103 Federal St., N.S., PITTSBURG, PA. Mention the American Florist when writing JOHN BODGER & SONS CO. Gardena, Calif. Wholesale Growers of Sweet Peas, Tomatoes, Lima Beans, Lettuce, A.sters, Cosmos and other Flower Seeds. Waldo Rohnert GILROY, GAL. Wholesale Seed Grower Specialties: Lettuce, Onion, Sweet Peas, Aster, Cosmos, Mignonette, Verbena, in variety. Correspondence solicited. Worcester, Mass. — H. F. A. Lange has taken a store at 371 Main street. F.\LL River, Mass.— G. L. Freeman, has turned his orchid business into a stock company. It is known as the G. L(. Freeman Co. and Mr. Freeman is president and general manager. 236 The American Florist. Feb. 26, Market Gardeners | 4 Oreenhouae Veiietable Growers and Market Gardeners* Association. C.W.Waid.NewCarlisIe.Pa., President; Franklin DeKIeine, Grand Rapids. Mich., Vice-President; S. W. Severance, 508 Illi- nois Life Buildingr, Louisville, Ky.. Secre- tary: M. L. Ruetenik. Cleveland, O.. Treas. Vegretable Plants. Whether plants are intended for sale or for our own planting, it is time to commence. At this time of the year we maj' figure on 10 weeks to produce a thoroughly mature and hardened plant. The experienced operator knows how important it is to depend only on standard varieties, and the be- ginner must cut out any inclination to plant heavily of novelties. The follow- ing list is safe in most localities: Cabbage — Jersey Wakefield, Charles- ton Wakefield. Early Spring and Glory of Enkhuizen. Charleston Wakefield is gradually taking the place of the smaller Jersey Wakefield and Enk- huizen is pushing hard for first place as a round head early. Tomato — Earliana, Chalk's Jewel, Globe, Beauty and Stone. For home use, Ponderosa is popular, and for a retail plant trade Dwarf Champion and Dwarf Stone are easy sellers. Celery — Golden Self-Blanching and White Plume. • Pepper — Recently popularity is shifting among the large-fruited pep- pers, but until one is acquainted by actual trial. Ruby King is the stand- by. Neapolitan is an early sweet, and Cayenne, a good hot pepper for pick- ling. Egg Plant— Black Beauty is worth a place alongside of New York Purple. Makketman. Prices of Indoor Fruits and Vegetables. New York. February 19. — Mush- rooms, 40 cents per pound; cucum- bers, 11.25 and $2.25 per dozen; let- tuce, 88 cents per dozen heads; to- matoes, 25 cents per pound; radishes, 3% cents per bunch; asparagus, green, $6 per dozen bunches; white, $8 per dozen bunches; rhubarb. Long Island. $7 per 100 bunches; grapes, Gros Col- man, 65 cents per pound; peaches, $3 per dozen; beet tops, $3 per bushel: Mint, $1 per dozen bunches. Chicago, February 16.— Mushrooms, 25 cents to 60 cents per pound; cu- cumbers, $1.25 to $1.50 per dozen; leaf lettuce, 40 cents per box; head lettuce, Florida, $3.50 per hamper, Louisiana, $5 and $7 per barrel; to- matoes, 20 cents per pound; radishes, 50 cents per dozen; asparagus, 25 cents to 40 cents per bunch; grapes. Gros Colman, 75 cents per pound; rhu- barb, 60 cents. 'ill' Indianapolis. Trade for St. Valentine's day was exceptionally good this year. The old style celluloid and paste-board valen- tines are being replaced by dainty cor- sage boquets or boxes of assorted cut flowers. Violets for this occasion this year moved remarkably well. Quite a number of small blooming plants were also tagged "To My Valentine" and dispatched to the fair ones. The heav- iest snow for many years has been ,; causing much delay in making de- SEEDS FOD THE MARKET GAftDENEft are our specialty. Quality, our first consideration. We have a very large and complete stock of all kinds of seeds and everything in the line of fruit trees, berry bushes, etc. Our new 112page catalogue contains true description and no overdrawn illustrations. Our prices are right, quality considered. Market Gardeners are requested to write (or our Market Garden Wholesale Catalogue, sect free on request. GERMAN NURSERIES & SEED HOUSE BOX 245 Established 1886 BEATRICE, NEB. In Concrete Plant Protec- tors. Early Tomatoes A tried and proven success. Keep out frost and draw heat. Equal for forcing to the famous bell jars used in France. Field trials show four times the yield, ripening a month ahead of seasoD and valut- increased 100 times. No bliRht or insects. Useful for lettuce, rhubarb, melons, etc. Hold water for irrigation. Patent just issued on orotec- tion: and line wire opens or closes 100 instantly. Illustrated treatise tells how to make them quickly at 2c each, how to make mold at 25c. Also full information about this method. Each purchaser of book has privilege to make mold and protector. Mention this paper and send $1.00 for book. Money back if not satisfied. J. H. HALEY, Seed Grower, Munith, Mich. Contracts to grow all kinds of Vegetable Plants, transplanted or not. Also Gera- T.iums Colons. Cannas, Salvias. Verbenas, Pansies. etc.. for spring delivery. Al , stock only. Corruspondenco solicited. ! Alnn7n I Rrv:in Wholesale Florist, | HIUIUU Ji Diyailf Washington, New Jersey, j Rape & Bergman n, Quedllnburg, Germany. Elite Seeds of Flowers and Vegetables. Specialties : Stock. Pansies. Cyclamen, etc.. Cactus Dahlias Bulbs. General Catalogue Free D. J. TAMMINGA, ONION SET GROWER. Sound Onion Si-ts for immediate or fall delivery. Get ray prices. 10818 Michigan Ave., CHICAGO. liveries and the retailers at least will give many thanks when "The Beau- tiful" takes to the woods. NOTES. John Bertermann, of Bertermann Bros. Co., has bought a Stoddard-Day- ton fine passenger touring car which is to be i^ressed into service to make special deliveries on holidays. The heavy snow, which we have mentioned before, broke in 40 or 50 panes in the conservatory here On account of the Brightwood wat- erworks going to the bad, J. E. Hitz was compelled to hitch on to the city waterworks, and while doing so the temperature in his greenhouses went down to the freezing point. Not much damage was done, however. Baur & Smith are coloring carna- tions. The red, white and blue carna- tions were an attractive feature at their market stand on Washington's birthday. Roepke-Rieman Co. has almost completed a new house working through the recent cold weather. A movement has been started to close the retail stores at one o'clock Sundays. The smilax, which Smith & Young Co. is cutting, is certainly very fine. A. W. Brandt is the proud owner of a new delivery horse. A. W. B. SCHENECTADY, N. Y. — Marvin K. Champlin has opened a retail store at 320 Nott rerr9,ce. Onion Sets White Bottom Yellow Bottom Red Bottom We are in position to quote advantag- eous prices for immediate or March first delivery. Write or wire for quotations. Winterson's Seed Store, 4547-49 Wabash Ave., CHICAGO. MUSHROOMS HOW TO GROW THEM BY WM. FALCONER. The Best American Book on the Subject. 170Pa«es. 20 lUostratloiis. Price $1.00. AMERICAN FLORIST CO. 324 Dearborn St., CHICAGQ. CAULIFLOWER B A G E ULY OF THE VALLEY PIPS HJALMAR HARTMANN & CO. Logangsiraede 20, COPENHAGEN, DENMARK VEGETABLE PLANTS. Cabbage, Wakefield and Successsion. $1,00 ps 1000; $8.50 per 10.000. raraley, 25c per 100; Jl 25 ver iOOO. LettDce, BiE Boston, Boston Market, Grand Rap- ids, $1.00 per 1000. Cash with order, R.VIHCEHT, Jr. iSOHSCO.,*"'&S!"*'' Watch tor our Trade Mark stamped on every brick of Lambert's Pure Culture Mushroom Spawn Substitution of cheaper grades is thus easily exposed. Fresh sample brick, with illustrated book, mailed postpaid by manufacturers upon re- ceipt of 40 cents in postage. Address Trade Mark. American Spawn Co., St.Paal,Minn New H.vve.'^, Conn. — The Morse Floral Co. lias moved from 37 Church street to 168 Orange street. Orange, N. J. — Prizes were awarded to the pupils at the Day street school, February 17, for flowers grown from bulbs supplied to the children nine weeks ago. Portland, Me. — Nathaniel W. Han- naford, of Gorham, has opened a store on Preble street, to be known as the Hiawatha Flower Store. He will also reopen his store at the West End, Westbrook, this to be called the Min- nehaha Flower St,Qfe. 19 10 The American Tlorist. 237 •1 II 01 , I.I r I 'li n I I'l .III' .-j ■ I ' II I I I N L 1' ei 1 1 ■.'■ 1 1" 1 I'lllJ '1 1 , 'y./.' %^^% \ *\ • BiiJ pauiaiig. We will flaaiv mail him apat age, free of all cost, and if he'dopsn't say it ia finest, most wonderful, rarest cucumber he ha >con, then he has seen greater things than wi ^KB^OI-VJ-rEI-'V F-f9E ■ I us 6c for packing and postage and we will mail i ir or, if yon reqnest a package when you order your S(.eds, HI will gladly add a package to your order free of all cost. I • SEND FOR MARKET GARDENERS' CATAtOG TO-DAY •CH DGHNASALZER5EEDC0-LACR05SEWI5 238 The American Florist. Feb. 26, AnerlcflD Assoclatloa of Nurserymen. F.H. StaDDard, Ottawa. KaDS., President: W. P.Stark. Louisiana. Mo.. Vice-President; John Hall. Rochester. N. Y., Sec'y. Thirty-fifth annual convention to be held at Denver. Colo.. June 8-10, 1910. The Yoliohama Nursery Co. reports a heavy business with Texas in graft- ed oranges. PAINESVULE, O. — Robt. George and daughter are inspecting the Cuban rubber plantations and other items of interest in that country. They are ex- pected home about March 1. California Pbin-et. — E. Y. Teas, Cen- terville, Ind., writes February 22: "I believe all the California privet in nursery rows or newly planted hedges in this latitude, away from the sea coast, is killed to the ground. I sup- pose much of it will sprout again. The Amoor River, Ibota and Regelianum, fully exposed, are not injured in the least." BOSTON, Mass. — J. W. Duncan, for some years assistant to Superintend- ent Pettigrew of the park depart- ment, leaves for Spokane, Wash., February 25, to take up the duties of superintendent of parks m that city March 1. The members of the Gar- deners 'and Florists' Club gave him a banquet at the Parker house Satur- day evening, February 19, about 50 being present. J. K. L. M. Farquhar was toastmaster. At EUwangerfe Barry's, Rochester, N. Y. THE ULUE HOSE. A blue rose has often been referred to as the desired goal of many rose b.ybridizers and at the saine time the mention of blue rose to many lovers of this flower has brought out ridicule. The argument is that such a color in the rose is not desirable and cannot very well be associated with it, and further that it would not be wanted by the public. The writer stepped into the Ellwanger & Barry greenhouses ihe other day, February 16, and saw the new blue rose ( Vielchenblau) in iuU bloom for the first time. The plants in bloom were about four feet in height, and covered with conspicu- ..>us clusters of violet blue flowers. The unfolding buds might be described as \iolet red, and when the clusters are fully expanded they assume a violet blue color. Patrick Sullivan, the fore- man of the rose and herbaceous de- Ijartments, told me he grafted those plants now in bloom on manetti stocks a year past last January, and they cer- tainly have made good growth in that time. There is no denying the fact that at a short distance from the plants the massed effect of the color is unique and striking, and as it is a climbing rambler, it is altogether probable that its effect on a pergola or trellis, at a short distance, would be pleasing and perhaps captivating. We fully expect to see a high demand for this rose and this firm is propagating it rapidly. Ottolander & Hooftman, Boskoop, Hol- land, controlled the first sale of this rose, but it was sent out from a Ger- man source. Amongst the numerous other new roses that Ellwanger & Barry are test- ing, is the polyantha or baby ram- bler, Mrs. W. H. Cutbush, with de- lightful rosy pink blossoms. That this will be a most decided acquisition for bedding is undoubted, and it will sure- ly become popular. Joan of Arc is a dwarf rambler with semi-double pure white flowers that look remarkably pleasing, and Mrs. Taft, and Orleans are two other dwarf ramblers with different shades of bright red, that look attractive. W. C. Barry, and Charles Maloy, the manager, believe that for bedding purposes these baby ramblers in such pleasing colors will be most desirable. Mr. Barry is a great admirer of the new hybrid tea rose, The Lyon. It is perhaps some- what difficult to assign a proper posi- tion to this new rose on account of its heterogeneous parentage but a hy- brid tea is probably the best class to place it in. The globular, full flowers, deep soft pink, and. when in bud. tinged with coppery red, are remark- ably handsome. It has not been long under trial, but so far it bids fair to be a promising acquisition. The firm makes a specialty of roses and have been for a number of weeks propagating an immense quantity. The hybrid rugosas and the Penzance briars are grafted on inanetti stock, and the Wichuraiana hybrids and the ramblers from cuttings. The hybrid teas, and a few of the hybrid perpetu- als are also being propagated from cuttings. They are propagating much less of the hybrid perpetual stock from cuttings than they used to, as they are strongly of the opinion that summer budding on healthy manetti stocks is by far the best way to grow hybrid perpetual roses. In the ornamental department of trees arTd shrubs, Fred Ahrens, the foreman of the ornamental depart- ment, was busy grafting 20,000 lilacs. The firm grow an immense quantity of all the Tbest lilacs, new and old, and there is a growing public demand for them. Mr. Ahrens grafts them onto roots of California privet and plants them into deep flats, where they start into growth immediately, and they are planted out in nursery rows about the end of May. He says, if they are properly handled and planted deep enough, that the lilacs will ultimately get onto their own roots, and the privet die out. In this the writer agrees, but we think the best way is to get them on their own roots in the first place, either from green wood cuttings placed in frames in the summer time, or from layers, and the firm do propagate a good many in this way, but it is much more expensive, and such plants are worth considerably more money and it is probably, difficult to get customers to pay the difference in price for such plants. A house devoted to a great many thousands of coniferous evergreen cut- tings, such as arbor-vitses, junipers, and yews looked remarkably well. These cuttings were made and placed in this house last October and Novem- ber. They showed every indication of a most successful "strike." Mr. Ahrens had a number of his men busy making hardwood cuttings of bush honeysuckles, dogwoods, ornamental currants and similar shrubs that strike easily from this class of wood. They are of course buried and kept dormant and planted in nursery rows in early spring. The benches in the houses were full of boxes of cuttings, of many species and varieties of shrubs, mad. in early winter. JOHN DUKBAK. Rhododendrons for the South. Ed. American Florist: — Please give a list of good, hardy rhododendrons in assorted colors that will continue to bloom throughout the entire season. Georgia. F. The south is made up of all sorts of soils and climates. In the mountains and Piedmont sections can be grown all of the hardy rhododendrons. In the lower portion of the Piedmont sec- tions nearly all of the lesser hardy varieties of the Catawbiense rhodo- dendrons stand without protection. In the middle sections, in favored locali- ties, where the plants can receive the right soil, can be successfully grown Rhododendron ponticum. R. puncta- tum, and some of the Catawbiense hy- brids. In the middle sections it is al- ways best to keep the rhododendrons mulched with rotten leaves during the .summer and they arc then resistant to drought and heat. R. ponticum and R. punctatunr are the best for this locality and they will do well in good, rich, loamy soil, when planted in a situation where they are protected from the hot afternoon sun of summer. P. J. Berckmans Co. Sellinsf Methods. Albion, N. Y., February 11. — Before the afternoon session of the farmers' institute school was called to order this afternoon a meeting of the prominent fruit growers of Orleans county, who purchased young stock from a certain nursery agent, was held in the court room here. The farmers now believe they have been beaten out of about $20,000 by Avhat they claim was a mis- representation on the part of the sales- man. The meeting had been widely ad- vertised through the efforts of the Fruit Growers' Association members and those who had signed orders for .stock to be delivered in the spring. For Immediate Delivery Dormant, field grown, own roots Sweetheart, Tausendschon, T. Blum- schen, Barbier, 20c each. IvaP'iamma, "Trier, Dorothy Perkins, Lady Gay, Debutanbe, Hiawatha, 12c each. Clematis Paniculata Field Grown 1-year 6 cents. 2-year 10 cents Dutch Hyacinths. Named varieties, single and double, 45 kinds, First size bulbs, $6.00 per 100; extralarge exhibition size, $10,00 per 100. Chinese Sacred Lilies $3.00 per 100; $25.00 per 1000. Hydrangea Paniculata Grandiflora 18 to 24 ins 6c. 2 to 3 feet 9c Viburnum Plicatum. 2 to 3 feet 12c. 3 to 3y2 feet... 15c Write for our s[>ecial prices on Hardy Shrubs. THE DINGEE a CONARC CO., West Grove, Penna. igio. The American Florist. 239 JOHN T. WITHERS, Inc. Landscape Architect and Forester 1 Montgomery St. , JERSEY CITY, N. J. Tree Renovation by Expert Operators. Store- opticon lectures on Horticulture and Arboriculture. Jacs Smifs & GOij fHou^and)' Azaleas, (tiardy), Berried Plants, Bleeding Hearts, Blue Spruces, Boxwood, Clematis. Climb- ing Plants, Conifers, Evergreens, Funkias in sorts. Hydrangea P. G.. Japan Maples, Peonies, Pot-grown Plants, fLilacs a specialty), Rhodo- denrons, Roses, Spireas, Valleys. Price List Free on Demand. Catalpa Speciosa Tree Seed FOR SALE 1000 pounds collected in Wabash Val- ley, guaranteed true speciosa. Write for sample and price. A. J. LOCKYEAR, Sta. A 6, Evansville, Ind. A Hardy Coming Hedge. aOLDEN PRIVET Ligustnun OvalUoIimn Anreum, 1003 field grown three year old, .^10.03 i.er ICO. 6000 in 2-iii. pots .*5.03 per 100. BERTERMANN BROS. CO., Indianapolis, Ind. WANTED Ten Thousand strong rooted cuttings of ENGLISH IVY. Send samples with prices. Hinode Florist Co., Whiiestone, N.Y. The Very Best GRAPE CUTTINGS ^''^'Urod."'' PURE STOCK.. 1,000,000 XXX Cuttings. CHARLES C. NASH, Kalamazoo. Mich. Eugene Pitou, Jr. Crvn. ENGINEER and La ndscape Architect . Phone Barclay 6084-229 Broadway, New York Desi^s, Estimates, Construction of Grounds. The firm involved is the one the far- mers alluded to at the Fruit Growers' Association meeting, when a resolution wag adopted to talie action against un- scrupulous nursery agents. These agents were said to liave tal« Best CUmbinS Rose in the market, flowerin? during the ine tverninptnmg onmsun ndmuier. ^^i,^, . ^^^^^^ ^^ ig^ge cmsiers oi toesi crimson color. Price for first rate plantswithStobshoots. open ground grown. $11, 03 per 100 $10 J. 00 per 1000. Extra stronj plants, from 5 and more branches, at $15.00 per 100. Package free, cash with order only. The "Old" Rose Gardens, at STEINFURTH, near Bad-Nauhelm, GERMANY. Schulfheis Bros , STOCK FOR FLORISTS ROSES for Forcing— Hybrid Perpetuals and Ramblers, all the best ones; fine, strong stuff. Clematis. Ampelopsis, Tree Hydrangeas and Lilacs, Shrubs, Vines and Perennials. Write for prices. JACKSOV fi PERKINS CO., Newark (near Rochester), New York Nurserymen and Florists. Wholesale only. Use printed stationery. LARGE TREES OAKS and MAPLES Pines and Hemlocks ANDORRA NURSERIES. Wm. Warner Harper. Prop. Chestnut Hill, PHOA., PA. Peonies... Lucretia Dewberry In Urge quantities. If in need write GILBERT H. WILD, Sarcoxie, Mo. Phoenix Nursery Company Nurserymen and Florists BLOOMINGTON, ILLINOIS Send list of wants lor prices. Wholesale catalog for spring issued Feb. 1st Arbor Vitae (Thuya Occldentalls.) A splendid stock of 3 to 4 ft. and 4 to 5 ft. trees, Write for descriptions and prices. The Wm. H. Moon Co., MORRISVILLE. PA. DAHLIAS Jack Rose and other best Cut Flower varieties. Write for list and prices. PEACOCK DAHLIA FARMS Williamstown Junction, N. J. New Berries Send for our up-to-date tested Berry Plant Catalogue. Beirydale Experiment Gardens, Holland, Mich ' 240 The American Florist, Feb. 26, CARNATION BAY STATE $3.00 Per Hundred.- SAVING bought a large stock of this new Variegated Carnation last year, we can offer first-class rooted cuttings of this variety at $3.00 per 100. Also rooted cuttings of Beacon, Enchantress, Rose Pink Enchantress, Victory, White Enchantress, White Perfection, Winona, WinSOr, at $3.00 per lOO. Unrooted cuttings, $2.00 per 100. Reduced prices made on large orders. Send orders as early as possible. FRESH CUT FLOWERS shipped to all parts of New England and Canada. High Grade Carnation BlOOms our specialty; shipped direct from the grower to the retailer at wholesale price SHEPARD'S GARDEN CARNATION CO. 292 Fairniont street, LOWELL. MASS Baltimore. PLENTY OF STOCK. Considering the continuance of un- propitious weather and the brake sup- posed to be put upon social gaities by the observance of the lenten re- strictions, trade moves along witli some degree of activity. Flowers are much more abundant, and there is some improvement, perhaps, in the quality, though the meteorological conditions are not such as make to- wards really fine flowers. Carnations have been in excess of the store de- mands and the street vendors have done a good business. Roses are not in over-supply, nor is the grading of the highest standard. Violets begin to show more plentifully and bulbous stock is more than enough for all calls. The weather grows somewhat more vernal, though one or two nights within a week have run down to 10°, but the warm rays of the sun have at last carried off the snow which has been on the ground since Christmas day — a very rare experi- ence here of late years. The Gardeners' Club had a good meeting last Monday night and an at- tractive show of carnations. Unfor- tunately, some of the out-of-town ex- hibits came too late, not reaching the hall till the morning following. The Cottage Gardens Co. sent Alma Ward and Mrs. C. W. Ward, and Baur & Smith, Shasta. Henry Eichholz of Waynesboro, Pa., had vases of Wash- ington and Princess; the Chicago Car- nation Co., Joliet. 111., of Conquest, Sangamo and Mary Tolman. John M. Rider, Philip Welsh, Lehr Bros B. G. Merritt and Isaac H. Moss all had good examples of Rose Pink En- chantress, White Enchantress or White Perfection. Geo. Morrison had some good flojwers, and James Ham- ilton showed roses and lily of the val- ley, Jesse P. King, sweet peas, and M. Thau had his seedling. R. Vincent, Jr., & Sons Co. had canna and dahlia roots. There was a good attendance at the show and the club gained two or three new members. At its next meeting will be held the annual elec- tion of officers, after which there will be a. banquet, with speeches, etc. NOTES. There is quite a little contest going on just now, carried on so far with good hiimor, between the venerable president of the park board. Gen. Fer- dinand C. Latrobe, and the general superintendent of the parks, Wm. S. Manning, as to the pruning of the trees in the parks. General Latrobe is a veteran in municipal affairs, has served seven terms as mayor of the city, had his finger in every sort of pie, with a real head on his shoulders, Carnations ROOTED CUTTINGS Per 1000 $100 00 125 00 50 00 30 00 Mrs. C. W.Ward ^lu^ Alma Ward 15 qo Mrs. J. C. Vaughan, Bay State, Georgia and O. P. Bassett "..'.■ ■.■.'.'.".'. '.■.". 6 00 White Enchantress, Beacon, Robert Craig, Afterglow, Rose Pink Enchantress and Harlowarden 3 so New Crop Early Flowering Single Chrysanthemum Seed and Gold Medal Pentstemons at 2Sc and $1.00 per packaec L' CHARLES H. TOTTY, Madison, N.J. and a pretty good opinion of his own capacity for passing judgment on af- fairs. Mr. Manning, on the other side, is a trained man in his business, a thorough park developer and arbori- culturist and all around landscape gardener. Mr. Manning, according to custom, wishes to "trim" the trees in the parks and public gardens, but President Latrobe objects, and their divergent views cause many para- graphs in the daily papers, some practical, some narrow and others hu- morous. Mr. Latrobe thinks trees ought to grow as nature intended them, and that trimming them is mu- tilation and barbarous. He describes the trees on Mount Royal avenue (oriental planes) as having been "trimmed" within an inch of their lives, and nothing remaining but the stark branches, looking as if the tree had consumption, with a tuft of branches at the top looking like a Zulu war bonnet". Mr. Manning, of course, makes no public reply, pro- priety and discipline forbidding, but witli his skill and fine experience he doubtless will be able to justify his method to the board which is to take the matter up. The public seems iTiuch interested. Lehr Bros, of Brooklyn, N. Y., are shipping some fine Formosum lilies, the flowers large and of good substance. There seems, however, no fixity of type amongst them, there being green, black and red stems, the foliage short, long, obtuse or pointed, indicating probably there are seedlings going back to different ancestors. As a rule, however, they are free of disease, and produce many flowers to the bulb. Ed. Herrmann, of North avenue, is sending to the Exchange exception- ally fine cinerarias, conspicuous for their fine colors and thrifty appear- ance. They are of all imaginable col- ors, evidently from an exceptionally good strain, and show by their condi- tion superior cultivaticm. J3. B. Rooted Carnation Cuttings Per 100 Per 1000 Enchantress $2 00 $18 00 Sarah HiU, white 4 00 35 00 Lawson Enchantress, pink 2 SO 20 CO LawsoD. pink 2 00 IS 00 W.H.Taft.red 4 50 40 00 Beacon, red 3 00 25 00 Victory, red 2 50 20 00 Lawson. varieuated 2 50 20 00 Cash with order or C. O. D. SCH£U}EN & SCHOOS, 517 Asbury Ave.. Evanston. 111 . 300 for $5.00 Ivy Geraniums, Cinerarias, Asp. Sprengeri, Primnla (.bconlca, Alyssum, out of 2!^ in. pots. $2.00 p.rlOU.SUO for S5.U0. Pansies, Forget-me-nots and Daisies (Bellis). fine plants. $2.0J per 1000. J. C. SCHMIDT, Bristol, Pa. ROOTED ROSE CUTTINGS. Per 100 Per 1000 Am. Beautv .ISl.OO .fSS.OO Pink Killafney 2.50 20.00 Richmond 1.60 12.00 Brides 1.50 22.00 Satisfaction Guaranteed. Geo. Reinberg, 5 1 Wabash Ave., Chicago. RIBBER PLANTS 5 and 6 inch pot-s, 18 to 24 inches liigh. $3.00 per dozen. Strong Boston Ferns 4-inch pots. $1.50 per dozen. W. W. COLES, Kokomo, Ind . Am.\rillo, Tex. — The Amarillo Greenhouses have been enlarged by the addition of another house, this bringing the plant up to 12.000 square feet. Although started only a year ago, many additions and improve- ments have been made already, with prospects of more. igio. The American Florist. 241 Read Their Record Pittsl)iirg,Jan.2M!)IO S. A. F. Silver Medal for best vase of 50 not yet disseminated— Mrs. C. W. Ward. S. A. F. Bronze Medal for second best vase of 50 not yet disseminated— Alma Ward. Best 100 light pink-MrS. C. W. WARD. Best 100 white— Alma Ward. Special Sweepstake Prize for best vase of an>- color— Alma Ward. FORMER AWARDS: MRS. C. W. WARD American Florists' Society Silver Meial Boston 190(; The Craig Cud for Best Seedling Philadelphia, 190. The Lawson Bronze Medal Washington IWS The Horticultural Society of New York. Silver Medal, Sweepstake Prize for best KJI) blooms New York, 19()9 The Horticultural Society of New York. Diploma for Best New Nariety New York. 190'» ALMA WARD The Lawson Silver Medal Toronto. 1907 (No Gold Medal having been awarded,) The Lawson Gold Medal Washington, 1908 The American Florists' Society, Silver Medal Washington, 1908 MRS. C. W. WARD MRS. C. W. WARD is a perfectly formed flower with full .enter: color deep pink: several shade lighter than Lawson. deeper than Winsor; havine strong, erect stem. 24 to 3(. inches in length. A vigorous, healthy grower and has never shown dise.ise of any kind A very early and free bloomer, producing fine flowers as early as September 1 which bring twenty.five to fifty per cent, more than anv other variety on the market. Rooted Cuttings. $2.00 per 12, $12.00 per 100, $100.00 per 1000. J5 at the lou rate. 250 at the lOOO rate. Delivery Feb. 20. INVITATION.— ■We extend a cordial invitation to all will have an opportunity to see these varieties growing and grown nndei the same conditions. ALMA WARD This beautiful Carnation is pure white. e.xcept during dark weather when it shows delicate splashings of pink similar to the Cattleya increasing its popularity. ALMA WARD is the largest, most fragrant Carnation ever grown, producing perfect dowers .iVJ to Wj inches m diameter, on strong, erect stems. 3(. to 42 inches in length. Rooted Cuttings, $3.00 per 12, $5.O0 per 25, $9.00 per 50, $ 1 5.00 per 100, $35.00 per 250, $65.00 per 500, $120.00 per loOO. Delivery Marcli 1. those interested to visit onr establishment where they compare their good points with other standard varieties COTTAGE GARDENS CO., Inc., Queens, Long Island, N. Y. Vaughan's Special Offer We extend yon a cordial invitation to visit our Greenhouses and Nurseries, where you can see for yourself our Immense stocls of Palms, Araucarias, Ferns and other Decorative plants. Wettem Springs is one-haU hour ride from Chicago on the C, B. fi Q. R. R. Call at our City Store and get ticket. Plants in Bloom for Easter ROSES Each lady Gay, ... 7 and s in. pots TO 7.5 to .*,i 00 Crimson Rambler, S i. in. pois . . 50 to 1 .50 CriinsonBabyRambler, 4 in.pots 25 _ " 5 in.pots .SO Tausendschon, Si.in. pots 50 to 100 Each Doz. ,.•^0.30 So 25 . . 75 S CO Genista Racemosa, 4 in. pots. '.in, pots Marguerite Queen Alexandra, 4 10. pots. 2.50 2 50 Spirea Japonica, i . in PELARGONIUMS We have e.\tra strong fine plants. Per im 2l> in. pots $10 03 ^111- pots 12 00 Sec catalogue. BOSTON FERNS Each Doz. lOO 3-in. pots .-II 15 s 1 25 .^8 00 4-in. pots 25 2 51 20 00 5-in. pots ...■ ■ 40 4 50 35 00 '•in.pots 75 8 00 t. ) 00 7 in. pots 100 10 00 75 00 8 in. pots 125 14 00 100 00 We hav.- ,t fine lot of Palms in all sizes. See catalogu... ASPARAGUS Asp. Sprengeri, iVrm . Asp. Plumosus Nanus, 2 -in .' 2V2ia. Bush Box Trees, 15 18 in. high 2u-24-in. high Smilax, extra strong. HID .$ .^ OJ . 5 on . 10 ro , ,1 00 . 4 00 Doz. ..!I4 on ,. S 00 2!/2-in. 1000, $20 00 icon %!•=> 00 45 00 25 on 35 to 100 3 00 SPRING "BOOK FOR FLORISTS!" ASK FOR IT. CROTONS We offer a choice collection of fancy sorts, well colored. Each Doz. 3-in. pots $0 20 $2 00 ■•-in. pots 35 3 50 5-iD. pots .50 6 00 6-in. pots 1 00 10 00 Aspidistra, variegated. Each 5-in. pots. 6-8 leaves %\ 00 6-in. pots. 10-12 leaves 1 50 7-in. pots. IS 20 leaves 2 00 Aspidistra, Green. 5-in. pots. 6-8 leaves 75 6-in. pots. 10-12 leaves 1 Oo 7in. pots. 18-20 leaves 1 Sq Aralia Elegantisslma. fine stock. Each 5-inch $1 00 6-inch 1 50 Aucnba, Japonica variegated. Eaeh Doz. 18in. high 55 5 00 24 to30-in. high 1 50 15 00 Aucuba, Japonica type. ISin. high 1 00 10 00 Robert Craig Co... ?iiSs PALMS and Novelties in Decorative Plants. Market and 49th Sts., Philadelpliia, Pa Neph. Whitmani 2'i-in S.OOpcrlOO MAGNIFICA (new). 2>4-in,.. 25.00 per 100 Boston Ferns t^f.m, Henry H. Barrows & Son, Whitman, Mass VaUGHAN'S SEED STORE, _WEW YORK. All Plants f. o. b. Western Springs, 111. CHICAGO. | WANTED Orders for high grade slock of Cannas, Dahlias, Ferns, Flcus, Asparagus. See classified department for prices. Wagner Park Gonservalories, Sidney, 0. 242 The American Florist. Feb. 26, Verbenas for Everybody..... Of the finest vari eties that ever grew. 70c per 100: $6.00 per 1000. Moms, the good kind, *1.25 per ICO; $10 00 per 1000. Daisies, white and yellow, $1.00 per lUO; $8,00 per WOO. Our bie double Giant AlySSum.SOcpetlOO Vjy.lWper 1000. I Feverl£W,$1.2Sper 1 100: Sli'.OOper 1000. I We prepay express •charges on all rooted cuttings and guar- antee satisfaction. Encbantress Carnations, R. C, very strong, ?::.2S per 100: siO.OO per 1((AI. C. HUMFELD, The Roofed Cutting Specialist, CLAY CENTER. KANS. Cincinnati. The arrival of tlie lenten season did not make any material change in busi- ness, which remained exceedingly fine with us until last Thursday, when the city was visited by a blizzard and snow storm which broke all records. Some people say there was nine inches of snow, others 11 inches and still others claim 14 inches, but no matter how much snow fell it certainly put a crimp in business. St. Valentines' day business was not up to expectations and the retailers were not compen- sated for the interest and preparations made for this day. The increase in the volume of spring flowers is the feature of the market the present week. Freesias are more plentiful, the finer grades having arrived in quantity and pink tulips can now be had in addition to yellow and white. Jonquils are also more plentiful and there are enough violets and lily of the valley for all requirements. Roses remain scarce, while no orders were turned down on carnations. Green goods with the exception of Asparagus plumosus has been in ample supply with a good demand. We had the pleasure of a visit from Sidney Joseph, a Cincinnati boy, but who at present is located in Dresden, Germany, when he has quite an exten- sive greenhouse establishment. Mr. Joseph says there is more money growing cut flowers in Germany than there is in America, but Max Rudolph says you must show him. Well, as Sidney is on the job, he should know. He is offering some excellent stock of Adiantum cuneatum and also well grown plants of ardisias. The bowling club was busy again last Monday night at Wielert's alleys trying to smash all previous records, but unfortunately without success. That 225 still looks mighty big to over- come. Well we will try again Mon- day evening, February 28, and hope to have as big a crowd as at the last meeting when there were 19 members present. Even our old friend Domi- nick Rusconi has the fever and prom- ises to come again. We hear of a movement on foot among some of the prominent retail- ers to organize the Retail Florists' Protective Association. The first meet- ing was held last Wednesday, but there was not much accomplished as there were only four persons present. Another florist in town and he ar- rived last Wednesday at Aleck Osten- darp's home. Mother and son doing well and Aleck is going to buy the cigars at Wielert's next Wednesday night when the bowlers meet. Albert McCullough, president of The J. M. McCulIough's Sons Co. is in Florida with friends for a short period. Visitors: Paul Berkowitz, of Bay- ersdorfers, and J. J. Karins, of Dreer's. S. • HEADQUARTERS FOR - EASTER PLANTS PREPARE FOR EASTER From Whom Will We Purchase Our Easter Supplies? An Immense Stock of Choice Easter Plants Now Ready for Immediate Shipment. Blooming Easter Week or Before if Desired. "From whom shall we purchase our Easter supply this season?" Ihat seems to be the cry all over the country. "We have tried so many already. I know what 1 am going to do" some sensible man says. "I shall go back to Godfrry Aschniann He is tho best and most reliable man in the business. W hat he advertises he has and there is no bluff about it. I tell you his_usual stock of Azaleas can't be brat, and the Lilies he has this spring are the finest 1 have ever seen. No wonder. He imports them direct from Japan. He has a friend in Japan who looks after his interests and sends him the cream of Japan's plants. He has enough to supply all. and I tell you no lie when I say that his rther plants such as Bydrangeas, Cinerarias, Spireas. Flcus, Palms, Hyacinths, Tulips, Daffodils, Etc., aie of such excellent quaUty that they will make a man's mouth water, and they a'e so remarkablj cheap that we often wonder how he can do it." AZALEA INDICA ■We are headquaitrrs tor tnese plants lor the past twenty five yrars We male a specialty of importing large quantities of this so well known favorite Easier novelty. Grown for us in Ghent. Belgium by an .Azalea specialist. Havenowthree houses full of the cho cest. Only well known American varieties areimported. Tbeyare planted in the fall, as soon as they arrive from Belgium, into 6. 7 and 8 in. pots placed in greenhouses and kept cool during winter. They are now in excellent condition, covered with buds, just right for Easter. ^~ Please hear in mind facts 'mostly unknown to some Azalea growers) that fully 30 to 40 per cent of the newly imported .\zaleas in dormant state will lose their buds and foliage during the long t ansportation of the sea voyage and during winter up to Feb. 1 and have to be kept over for another year. , , „ , v j 1^' We only ship good stock and full of buds and tlo\yers. and therefore you can't expect .Azaleas at tliis time to be as big and as cheap as if you would buy them in dormant state ia the fall. t^~ What is the name of the best double pink .\zalea: Mme. Van der Cruyssen is the name. Originated by the well known Azalea specialist. .Mr. Van der Cruyssen of Belgium. Millions are raised every year and shipped into every part of the globe from Belgium. We have a biB stock on hand of this well known variety. Every plant is as round as an apple, covered with buds, just richt for Easter. Have all sizes. 7Sc. $1,00, $1.25. $1.50. $1.75 to $2 00 each. , „ . In large sizes we have the following varieties, full of buds: Bernard Andreas Alba, pure white: Niobe, double white: Helena Tbielmann. pure light pink, very fine: Souv. Memorie de Van Houtte. very large flowers, double pink; Empress des Indies, large flowering, double variegated: Dr. Moore, double pink: Mme. Van der Cruyssen. best of all the pink: Apollo. red: DeSchryveriana, double, large, variegated. Price. $1.50. $2.00. $2.50 to .¥3.00. In smaller sizes we have the following varieties, lull of buds: Mme. Van dor Cruyssen pink: Deutsche Perle. pure double white; Vervieneana. double variegated, one of the old standard varie- ties: Apollo, red: Simon Mardner, double pink: De Schryveriana, large double variegated; Em- press des Indies, double variegated: Niobe. double white. Price, 60c, 75c, $l,00,$1.25to$t.50 Professor Welters a well known variegated bright variety, at$l 00, $1.25 to $1.50. , , When we are out of one color we send the next similar color: also if we are out of the size ordered, we send the next size, either above or below the price mentioned. „ ^ , MoonvUies (Ipoma:a Multiflora), best white Moonvine. for which we have a world-wide reputa- tion now r, ady. 2'.'j-in. pots. 5-5.00 per 100. Begonia New Improved Krlordl, 5-in.. $2.00 per doz.: Begonia Flambeau, 5-in., $2.00 per doz. Splrea Gladstone. This variety, owing to the dry summer in Holland last year, is very scarce this Easter but we were fortunate enough to secure sufficient to fill our ujual house, and the plants are now in fine condition, full of buds, just light for Easter. 6-7 In. pots. 75c to $1.00 each. Primula Obconica, Sin. pots. $2.00 te $2.50 per doz. Double Dalfodils.Von Soon, best yellow , 3 double- nosed bulbs in a 6 in. pot, $2.50 per doz. pots. 'Tulips, Murillo (double pink). 3 bulks planted in a 4 in. pot. .S2.0O per doz. pots. Toumesol Tulips (double variegated). 3 bulbs in a 4 in. pot. ¥1.50 per doz. pots; readv in bloom for Easter. Hydrangea Otaksa, already forced into buds, iust right for Easter, 6-7 in, pots, 35c, 50c, 75c. $1.00 to .S1.50 each THE BEST EVER. Better than ever are the plants whose gleaming Blossoms and leavesshinebright in Aschmann's store: Flowers the kind of which we are always dreaming, More nearly perfect than all grown before. Lilies with whiter sheen. Azaleas richly tinted. Ferns with their lacey fronds like bridal veils. The .Araucaria branches fruit with dollars minted For florists' use after Easter sales. EASTER LILIES Lilium Multillorum, the genuine Japanese Easter Lily, directly imported by us. We have a friand in Japan who looks afterour interests there. He picks out for us only the good, healthy ones, and marks them while they are growing, the 10-in. bulbs and therefore he ships us the cream of the plants of Japan. We have Lilies this year to burn : can supply, if nothing happens, every customer and otherswhowant Lilies. {S~ y to 10 in. bulbs of Lilies were ditficult to get from Japan last fall, but we were one of the fortunate ones to receive all the 9-10 in. Lilies (5.O0O) ordered last spring. 1909. from our grower in Japan. If you see them growing in our greenhouses, you must all admit thev are "cracker-jacks"; wesell them cheap, too. Where other florists get 15c per bud. we only charge you 10c per bud lor plants in 6 lo. pots, having 5. 8. 10 and more buds to the plant. Plants under 5 buds, 12c per bud. 6-m pots. When ordering lilies a reasonable amount of other plants should be taken. We do not solicit orders for lilies alone. Hyacinths, 4 best colors. King of the Blues, Grand Maitre (light blue) La Grandesse (best white), Gertrude (best pink). 4-in. pots, 12.00 per ICiO. Now outside in cold frames. Two to three weeks will force them into bloom. Asparagus Pliunosus Nanus, 3-in., $5.00 per 100 IVv'm .3c; 4-in.. 10c. Asparagus Sprengeri,3-iii., large plants 7c: 4-in.. Iflc. Cineraria Hyb. GrandUlora, H.F. Michells new- improved strain. Our plants of this strain are twice the size of those of other years, with p«rfect. large. gr«en foliage. Some of the plants are almost as large as a bushel basket. 6-in. pots, 25c, 35c, 50c. 75c to $1.00 each. Areca Lutescens, 5-in. pots, three plants in a pot. 35c. Ficus Elastlca (Rubber), SVz to 6 in. pots, 25c to 30c. Whitmani Ferns, 7-in., 75c to $1.00. Neph. Amerpohli, 5^, 5H to 6in. pots. 30c, 40c and 50i-; 6 in., 60c to 75c. Kentia Forsterlana, 6 7 in. pots. 35-4050 m. high, perfect leaves. $1.25 $1 50. $2.50 to $3.00; 4 in. 20c. Kentia Belmoreana, 6-in.. large stock, $1.25 to $1.50: 4-in. 20c to 25c: 3-in.. 10c. Cocos Weddellana, 3 in . I5c. Ferns for Dishes. $3.00 per 100. Have an Immense Stock of Easter Plants. ^^~ This is our catalogue. .,«=- Please state if in or out of pots. ^^ .All goods -ust travel at purchaser's risk only. Cash with '" he investigated. order, please. No references wi GODFREY ASCHMANN, ^^J^lsu Philadelphia, Pa. Importer, Wholesale Grower and Shipper of Pot Plants. igio. The American Florist. 243 PALMS Extra Good Values in Palms For Easter.... Stock in Perfect Condition. KENTIA BELMOREANA. 6-in. pots, 6 leaves, 20-24 in. high $1 00 7-in. pots, 6 to 7 leaves, 24-26 in. high 1 50 7-in. pots, 6 to 7 leaves, 26-28 in. high 2 00 8-in. pots, 6 to 7 leaves, 32-34 in. high 2 50 8-in. pots, 6 to 7 leaves, 34-38 in. high 3 50 '^^JY'^^SS KENTIA FORSTERIANA. (i-iu. pots, 6 leaves, 34-36 in. high $1 50 7-in. pots, 6 to 7 leaves, 36-40 in. high ,... 2 50 8-in. pots, 6 to 7 leaves, 40-44 in. high 3 50 \i\\'?<^"~^^C;j*xX 8-in. pots, 6 to 7 leaves, 44-48 in. high 4 50 10-in. pots, 6 to 7 leaves, 5' 1 ft. high 8 00 Made-up Kentia Forsteriana. strong, bush}- plants, 8 plants to a tub. 7-in. tubs, 40-44 in. high |t 00 8-in. tubs, 44-48 in. high 5 qq 10-in. tubs, 44-48 in, high (heavy) 6 00 10-in. tubs, 48-52 in. high (heavy) 7 00 10 in. tubs, 50-54 in. high (heavy) 8 00 PHOENIX ROEBELENII. -. 5-in. pot plants, nicely characterized $1 00 each; $10 00 per dozen THE STORRS & HARRISON CO., Painesville, 0. Vincent Specials... We have the following ready for shir)mcnt in good shape. ^^ e do not send out rooted cuttings. 2-in. 3-in. 100 1000 100 Alyssom, Dwarf and Giant Double >'2 00 .?1S 50 .^o (X) Coleus, Golden Bedder and \erscbaffeltii 2 00 IS 50 3 00 German and Parlor Ivy, 2 00 18 50 3 00 Fucbslas.t, varieties 2 00 18 50 3 00 Lantanas, 5 varieties 2 CO 18 50 Petunias, Dreer's single Sunerb 200 18 50 3 00 lobelia, Kathleen Mallard.... 2 00 18 50 3 00 Lemon Verbenas,. 2 00 18 50 Verbenas, Red. « hite. Pink and Purple 2 00 18.50 Hardy Chrysanthemums,.... 2 00 18 50 R. Vincent, Jr., & Sons Co. VVHI TE MARSH, MD. Wichita, Kans. St. Valentine's day set a new record here, there being- a decided increase in the amount of business for that day. There was not much call for made up work, boxes of choice flow- ers having the call, with the demand well divided between violets, roses and carnations, and a nice sale in choice flowering plants. The weather was favorable. The week has seen a good stiff demand for funeral flowers, which has helped to clean up surplus stocks pretty close. We got our share of the blizzard, but it was over in 48 hours. Visitors: W. H. Hill, representing L. Baumann & Co., and W. C. John- son, representing E. H. Hunt, both of Chicago. Both report good business in the western territory. W. I. CHITA. White Killarney, My Maryland, Pink Killarney Rooted cuttings and 2H-in. plants. Booking orders now for future deliveries. The Right Place -The Right Goods -The Right Prices— Come and See Them Grow. R. 100 White Killarney ...$6 50 ■ Grafted, Pink Killarney 4 00 ■ Grafted. My Maryland 4 00 Grafted C 1000 $60 00 2H-inch R. lOu Richmond $3 50 Maids 3 00 Brides 3 0« .American Beauties.. 4 00 100 1000 $ 8 50 $ 75 00 14 CO 125 00 35 CO 6 00 55 CO 12 00 110 00 35 CO 6 00 55 00 12 00 110 00 SS-^in. sizes will be offered, when ready, at 40% increase over2H You cannot aftord to buy poor stock at SU% less. 2H-inch 1000 ion 1000 $30 CO $ 5 50 $50 00 25 00 5 00 45 00 25 00 S 00 45 00 35 00 7 00 65 00 Maids and Brides grown to order only. POEHLM^NN BROS. CO., Morton Grove, III. We are now shipping fine strong cuttings of Shasta as fast as they are ready to come out of the cutting bench. We have enough orders booked to take all that will be ready up to Feb. 15, If yon want late February delivery you should get your order in at once. Come and see it growing; once you see it, you viall want to grow it. $12.00 per 100; $100.00 per 1000. ■ . Send all orders to BAUR & SMITH, Indianapolis, Ind. Albany, N. Y. The thirteenth annual dinner of the republican county organization took place in Odd Fellows hall on the even- ing of February 17. The floral deco- rations were again in charge of Kyres, who exhibited great taste in his ar- rangement of the palms and foliage plants used on the orchestra platform to screen the musicians. The table decorations were of tulips, and laurel roping was used in abundance for decorating the ceiling and walls. Prep- arations were made to seat about 560 guests. Among the speakers was United States Senator Chauncey M. Depew. Kurth & Burke, the Broadway flor- ists, had a creditable job in the deco- rations in the Adelphi club for the Friedman-Swartz wedding which oc- curred February 14. The couple stood under a canopy made by the firm. Other decorations included mantels, vases, bride's and bridesmaid's bou- quets. R. D. 244 The American Florist. Feb. 26, DBLE. PETUNIA 2-in.$2 00 per 100 SmUax,2-in..$1.25 per 100. Abutilons, 3 kinds. 2inch, IVic Cuphea, 2 in.. IHc. Folnsettias.stock plants. 5c. Geraniums, Double Grant. Castel- laine, Nutt. Buchner. Gen Grant 2-in..2c. Coleus 10 kinds, Ageratum, 3 kinds. $1.50 per 100. PRIMULA PrinulaObConica, 2'in., 2c: 4 in..- in bud and bloom. 8c. Rooted Cuttings, prepaid per 100. Heliotrope, $1.00; Fuchsia, 8 kinds. .$1.00; Paris Daisy, yellow, white. $1.00; Cuphea, 75c. Vinca Variegata, 90c Coleus, 10 kinds. 60c; Altemanthera, 3 kinds. 50c Ageratum. 3 kinds 60c; Swalnsona alba, $1.00 DM. Petunias, 10 kinds. $1.00. Flowering Bego- nias, 8 kinds, $1.25. Cash with order. BYER BROS., Ghambersburg, Pa. Chrysaothemnms. All orders booked now for Early Delivery. Write for Catalogue. ELMER D. SMITH & CO. ADRIAN, MICH. Mention the Amer'.can Florist when writing We have changed our domicile from Secau- cus.N. J., to Mamaroneck. N. Y. We are largest collectors and importers of Orchids and are now booking orders for all the com mercial Cattleyas for delivery next spring GARRILLO & BALDWIN, Mamaroneck, N. Y. BAY TREES. standards, Pyramids and Columns. ORCHIDS IHRICT FROM THE WOODS Cattleya Trianae. C. Gigas and other commercial varieties. JULIUS ROEHRS CO., Rutberford, N. J. Orchids S^ Arrived In fine condition: Cattleya War nerii. C. Harrisonice. C. Gaskulliana and C Gigas (Hardyana type); also Dendrobium Phalaenopsis Schroederianum and Odonto- glossum luteopurpureum. La4er £c Hurrell, Summit, N. J. ORCHIDS... Largest Importers, Exporters, Growers, and Hybridists in the World. SANDER, St. Albans, Eng. nnnMMMnnnMMMnnni NEW YORK OFFICE: Room 1, 235 Broadway. T. MEIISTROM. Agent, Brooklyn, N. T. — John Meis, gar- dener, of 116 Palmetto street, fell from a car near Broadway, on Gates avenue, February 9, and sustained a broken leg and other injuries. South Orange, N. J. — In testimony of his appreciation of their good work at the recent fire at his greenhouses, James Brown made a donation of $5 to the members of the local fire bri- gade. M m m n n n m mmm^u^ n n n m m m n n n m n n m m m n n m m m n n n m F. O. B. New York or Chicago. For Immediate Delivery. We are the largest handlers of Cannas in the world. Our prices upon Cannas will bear comparison with any house in the Canna business. Stock unequalled. RED-IXOWEBING CANNAS. 100. 1000. Loiiisiana, 7 ft $1.75 $15.00 Alice Roosevelt, 4 ft 3.00 25.00 A. BoUTier, 6 ft 1.50 14.00 Beaute Poitevine, 3% tt.. 2.00 17.50 Black Prince, 3 to 4 £t... 2.25 20.00 Chas. Henderson. 4 ft 1.75 15.00 Crimson Bedder, 3 ft 2.00 17.50 D. of Marlborough, 4% ft. 1.75 15.00 J. D Eisele, 5 ft 1.75 15.00 Exp. Crampbell. 5% ft... 1.50 14.00 Express, 2 to 2V2 ft 2.25 20.00 Pres. McKinley, 2% to 3 ft. 1.50 14.00 KED, GOLD-EDGED AND SPOTTED SHADES. Gladiator, 4 ft 2.75 25.00 Cinnabar, 4% ft 1.75 15.00 Indiana. 3 to 4 ft..^ 1.75 15.00 Queen Charlotte. 3% ft... 2.25 20.00 Mad. Crozy, 5% ft 2.25 20.00 Premier, 214 ft 2.00 17.50 S de A. Crozy, 4 to 5 ft.. 2.75 25.00 PINK SHADES. L. Patry, 414 ft 1.75 15.00 Louise, 5 ft 2,00 17.60 Mile. Herat, 4JA ft 1.75 15.00 Tennyson, 5% ft 2.75 25.00 YELLOW SHADES. 100 Buttercup, 3% ft C. de Bouchard, 4 ^4 f t. . . . Florence Vaughan, 5 f t . . . L. E. Bailey, 4 i,i ft Richard Wallace, 4% ft. WHITE AND CREAM Alsace, 3% ft BRONZE-LEAVED FLO^A'ERING C.ANNAS. ft. Brandywine. 4 to 5 Black Beauty, 5 ft Ecandale, 4 ft Kiug: Humbert, 4 ft Leonard Yaughan, 4^ ft. Musafolia, 5 ft Pillar of Fire. 6-7 ft Shenandoah. 6 ft ORCHID-FLOWERING CANNAS. Allemannia. 4 to 5 ft. Austria, 5 ft Italia, 4% ft Kronus, 5 ft Mrs. ELate Gray, 6 ft... Pennsylvania, 5 ft Wyoming:, 7 ft Our Cannas are packed 250 in a box; two can be "cleated" together and shipped as one. One box of 250 sold at thousand rate; it is cheaper for you to buy a box than 200 at 100 rate. Chicago and Western Agents For Our Cannas m m n n n m m m n n n M M M n n n m M M n n m m m n n m $1.75 2.00 2.50 2.75 75 1000 $15.00 17.50 20.00 25.00 25.00 SHADES. 1.75 15.00 2.00 2.75 1.50 3.25 1.75 2.75 2.25 1.75 17.50 25.06 14.00 30.00 15.00 25.00 20.00 15.00 1.75 1.25 1.75 1.75 1.75 1.75 2.75 16.00 12.00 15.00 15.00 15.00 15.00 25.00 WINTERSON'S SEED STORE, i 45-47-49 Wabash Ave., Chicago, 111. g Arthur T. Boddington, g 342 West 14th street. Seedsman , NEW YORK. 5 nnn nnnMmmnnnmmmnnnmmm To Arrive in Six Weeks. Absolutely fresh stock, f. o. b. New York. Cattleyas, 15 varieties, 5,000 plants. Vandas, Phalaenopsis, 5 varieties. Dendrobiums, 10 varieties, 5,000 plants. Miltonias, Laelias,OncidiuIns,etc■ Commercial Varieties in quantity. Write G. L FREEMAN CO. Successors to Ci. L. Freeman, Fall River, Mass. ORCHID PEAT, (Osmunda Fibre) Finest quality, band cleaned, free from sticks and dirt. In chunks or handpicked ready for use. Also Rotted and Azalea Peats, Leaf Mold, Live or Baled Sphagnum Moss. Prices and samples on application. C. W. BROWNELL & CO., WALDEN, N. Y igio. The American Florist. 245 r Rooted Carnation Cuttings For Immediate Delivery. ENCHANTRESS, PERFECTION, BEACON, $3,00 per 100; $26.00 per 1000. ROSE PINK and WHITE ENCHANTRESS, WINSOR, $2.60 per 100; $20.00 per lOOO. We can fill orders from 1000 to 100,000 and guarantee the stock. J. D. THOMPSON CARNATION CO., I JOLIET, ILL. I FUCHSIAS There are none better than Little Beauty. Lord Byron, Renan and WMte Beauty, strong 2h inch plants ready, $4 -00 per IO(J New Heliotrope. Miss Bernice a sport of Mme. Bruant and a great ira- provementonthe latter 2V2-inch $8.00 per 100. Katalog for the .Asking. SKIDELSXY & IRWIN CO., 1215 Betz Bldg., PHaADELPHlA. PA. A Chance to Buy Right. BOSTON FERNS, In ord.-r to make room I offer an e.\tra fine lot of 4 and 5-inch plants at $12.00 and $20.00 per 100. GERANIUMS, transplanted in flats, extra strong R. C. S A. Nutt, $12.50 per 1000, 3 inch plants, $4.00 per 100. F. C. RIEBE, Webster, Mass. St. Louis. The past week we experienced the most severe weather recorded in 20 years. Wednesday and Thursday the fall of snow was immense and trade, especially transient, suffered. Violets especially piled up. also sweet peas, and many went to waste owing to the inability of disposing- to the shopping, public. Carnations also piled up with the exception of white and red, as these were somewhat in demand. Tea roses became more plentiful, but American Beauty remained scarce. Cold weather hindered the work of delivering plants. Jonquils are now arriving in quantity, also tulips. Cal- las are in quantity, but Harris! lilies ai;e short. NOTES. The ladies of the home circle met at the Washington hotel and were entertained by Mrs. J. J. Beneke. Questions were asked which were to be answered with flowers. Two prizes were offered; first was won by Miss Meinhardt, and second by Mrs. John Koenig. These meetings will be held monthly. John Moritz and his force of gar- deners at Forest park are preparing to put out more than a quarter mil- lion plants which were raised in the greenhouses during the winter months; 12.5,000 plants will be used here, the others will be divided in the other parks. The executive committee of the Horticultural Society met last Tues- day afternoon for a short session. It was resolved to vote on a fall flower show at the next meeting. Smith Wholesale Floral Co. is head- quarters for violets and sweet peas. These are furnished mostly by the Kirkwood contingent. The wholesalers wore a weary look during the heavy storm, as it was almo.st impossible to move stock to advantage. MaryTolman Deep flesh that does not fade in the strongest light; clean grower; rigid stem; perfectly formed flowers; good producer. Cuttings ready now, $12.00 per 100; $100.00 per 1000. Guaranteed in every way. CHICAGO CARNATION CO., Joliet, 111. A. E. HUNT fi CO., Evanston, 111. HUNT BROS., Park Ridge, 111. CONQUEST Light pink overlaid with deep rose. The most valuable and attractive carnation on the market. Very free; long stiff stems; large well built flowers. It pays to grow this variety. Winner of First prize wherever shown. Rooted Cuttings Guaranteed Readynow, $12.00 per 100; $100.00 per 1000. Chicago Carnation Co., A. T. PYFEB. Joliet, III. Brilliant Glistening Pink. Sangamo Winner Wherever Shown. The most prolific and fastest growing carnation of any; very clean, upright grower long stiff stems; never splits; flowers nicely fringed and well rounded out. It is not too late to get cuttings of Sangamo, the most prolific carnation grown. Our best plants we propagated in March last year. Prompt delivery; Cuttings guaranteed $12.00 per 100; $100.00 per 1000. A. C« BROWN, CHICAGO CARNATION CO. Springfield, III. Joliet, 111. JUAMTA. rWah-nee-fa") a grand scarlet carnation, with about a jKa-inch flower, well ' V""" "'"' >»y built up with a two toot stem. Its strong Points Are: Abundance of large, high grade flowers at all times: stem very stiff with good habit in every way; keoiung qualities are wonderful; burst blooms are rare We have grown it years and will still grow as many as we have now. We have never over propagated it so its vitality IS not impaired. Cuttings will be taken from flower stems which are the best. The color is so bright and rich It takes with every one. Wr have a very large stock. Price: Rooted cuttings .ffi 00 per 100; ■■-bii.UO per 1000. bii.cial price in l.irge lots. Unrooted stock hall price. A discount of 5% for cash THE FILLOW FLOWER COMPANY, Westport, Conn. F. H. Weber disposed of over 10,- 000 violets on St. Valentine's day, be- sides sweet peas and other flowers. C. A. Kuehn is handlin,? some very fancy long-stemmed tulips, also a fine variety of choice carnations. Geo. Angermueller Is now getting some extra fine Killarney roses, also a fine supply of Von Sion. Ayres Floral Co. is handling some of the choicest long-stemmed violets coming into the market. There will be no spring flower show this year. W. F. Chester, Pa.- — A hurried message, on February 15, brought Melchor E. Pierce from a nearby cigar store to his home, and as he neared the green- houses a bright light gave him the impression that the structure was in flames. Throwing off his coat Pierce started for the place and fell exhaust- ed from shock and overexertion. He found that the lights were from 72 candles, the lighted tapers having been Ferns for Dishes... Assorted varieties. 2^-in. pots, $3.50 per 100; $30.00 per 1000. Cash with order. FRANK OECHSUN 4911 Qulncy St. CHICAGO. Rooted Cuttings Verbenas, choice varic-ti Per lO;) 1000 Heliotropes.$1.00 $8.00 Daisies, white and yellow .1 fO Coleus 70 6.00 Express paid. S. D. BRANT, ■s.70c per 100,$6 Oi) per 1000 Per 100 1000 Petunias.... $1.25 $10.00 Salvias l.OO S.OO Alyssum.dbl. .80 Ageratums . . .60 5.00 Cash with orders. Clay Center, Kans arranged amidst a floral design sur- mounting a huge cake, and represent- ed the 72 years of Pierce's life in com- memoration of his birthday, the design being secretly arranged by several friends. 24B The American Florist. Feb. 26, Attefltion Buyers. If in need of any of the following stock ■ne will be pleased to quote Bargain prices: Small Kentia, Latania or Phoenix Palms, 4 and 5-inch Araucsrias, Boston, Plersonl, Elegantisslma, Scottil, Amer- pohll, Piumosus, Sprengerl, or Small Ferns for dishes. Also all kinds of Bedding Stock in small sizes. Give us a trial on 3-inch Chinese and obconica primroses in bloom, Special, $4.00 per 100. D. U. AUGSPURGER & SONS CO., Box 394 PEORIA, ILL. A FEW GOOD THINGS YOU WANT. Rex Begonia, 2 in. $5.00 per ipo. Asparagns Sprengeil, 3-in. $5.00 per 100 Geraiunms, Nutt. Doyle. Perkins. Grant, La Favorite. R C.,$1.25: 2in. pots. $2.00: 3in.. $400 per 100: Viaud. Castellane, Poitevine. Jaulin, Ricard, Buchner. R. C. $1J0; 2-in pots, $2 50: 3-in., $5.00 per 100: Mme. Salleroi. 2-in.. $3.00 per 100 AsparagDS nnmosns, 2-in. $3.00 per 100: 3-ln.. $5 00 per 100. Cut fronds 2Sc per buncb. Boston Fems, 5'in 25c each. Wliltmaiil Fem*. 4-in. 25c each. Cycas Palms, 4 to 5 leaves, $1.00, $1.50 and $2.00. Vlnca Var., 2 in. $2.00 per 100. Cash with order. No C. O. D. All shipments at risk of purchasers, after beine delivered to the express companies properly packed in eood order GEO. M. EMMANS, Nevrton, N. J. Mention the American Florist when writing Toronto. FLOWERS PLENTITDL. The very ordinary business con- ditions, more than the weather, are responsible for a very generous sup- ply of flowers in nearly every variety, and the prices prevailing here at pres- ent are possibly the lowest they have reached at this season for years. In roses, Richmond, Killarney, Brides- maid and Bride, are plentiful, while in carnations there is a very generous supply in all colors. Lily of the val- ley and violets are plentiful and of ex- cellent quality. The bulb season being on in full swing it seems the different growers are trying to see which can undersell the other. The storemen are taking advantage of the low prices and the window decorations are most enticing. St. Valentine's day was re- sponsible for a very heavy demand in violets, but aside from these there was little doing in other varieties. NOTES. The week has been a busy one for the different horticultural societies; the prize lists are being drafted for the Canadian National Exhibition and the fall chrysanthemum show. This is the time to make suggestions and to give views of any change which may be favored. These, if sent by letters to any of the secretaries, will be given the most careful consideration. The annual carnation exhibition was held in St. George's hall Friday, Feb- ruary 18. and the quality of the blooms shown testified to the efforts of suc- cess being attained by our carnation growers in perfecting this flower. Jos- eph Heacock Co., Wyncote, Pa., sent a vase of Dorothy Gordon which was awarded the only gold medal given. The H. Weber & Sons' Co., Oakland, Md., sent a fine bunch of Toreador, which arrived too late for the show as also did the bunch of Mary Tolman from Hunt Bros., of Park Ridge, 111. Had these shipments arrived earlier VAUGHAN'S UST OF Dormant Stock Crimson Ramblers. Per doz. Per 100 2 years old. 2 to 3 feet, well branched, own roots $2.0» $15.00 2 years old. 2 to 3 feet, well branched, budded 2.00 15.00 3 years old. 3 to 5 feet, well branched, budded 3.00 18.00 4inchpots 10.00 Tausendschon Per doz. Per 100 2-yr. old, dormant, trrafted plants $3.50 $25.00 Lady Gay. 2-yr. old. dormant stock $3.00 $20.00 White Baby Rambler. 3inch $ .15 4"nch 25 $2.50 $20.00 Azalea Mollis Each 15 to 20 buds $0 50 40 to SO buds 1 00 Baby Rambler. Dormant, field-grown. Per doz. 100 1000 1st size, selected, budded. 3-years $2.50 $16.00 $150.00 2Dd size, selected, grafted, 2years 2.00 12.00 100.00 Pot-grown. 2H-inch $ .75 5.00 3-inch 1.25 800 4-inch 2.00 12.00 Dentzla Doz. 100 $ 500 $40 00 10 00 Lemoinei. 7-in. Each 25 Doz. 2 50 lOO aooo Magnolia Soalangeana, 3 to 4ft.. $1.50 each; $14.00 doz. All Plants F. O. B. ^Vestern Springs, 111.' Vaughan's Seed Store, 25 BarclaY St., NEW YORK, 84-86 Randolph St., CHICAGO. Greenlionses and Nurseries: Western Springs, ni, "Spring Book for Florists." Ask lor it. CARNATIONS April Delivery, A few readv for March. White Perfection, Rose rink Enchantress, and Victory at tl5.0j per 1000. White Enchantress, $17.50 per 1000. Lawson Enchantress, Winona and Beacon at t20.00 per HOJ. O. P. Bassett and Alvina at $30.00 per ICOO. Fenn, Lawson and Winsor at $10.00 per 1009. GERANIUMS. Ready March 21 and later. Nutt at $10.00 per 1000. Ricard and Foitevine at «12 00 per 1000- ASPARAGUS PLUMOSUS, $25.00 per 1000. ASPARAGUS SPRENGERI. at $25.00 per 1000. Sprengerl "SPECIAL" ready for four inch pels ai $50,00 per 1000. sample for 10c. I ( ALBERT M. HCRR, Lancaster, Pa. j there might have been a different award of the gold medal, as they were both in fine shape. Dillemuth and Dunlop displayed these in their win- dows where they were much admired by local florists and the general public, possibly getting more prominence than they would have at the show. Among the exhibitors The Dale Estate, Brampton, showed some fine carnations, their vase of O. P. Bassett being grand. The Bride and Brides- maid roses were so fine that many of the local growers thought they would not be discarded entirely for the Kil- larneys. J. H. Dunlop had some finely grown varieties, his vase of Winsor receiving much comment. E. A. Crow- hurst showed good commercial varie- ties noted for their strong, rigid stems, his Pink Delight proving quite a fav- orite. R. Jennings, of Brampton, showed carnations and violets. Wm. Fendley, Brampton, showed carna- tions, lily of the valley and violets. Wm. Jay & Son, well-grown carnations, palms and ferns. Thos. Manton groups of orchids, flowering plants and ferns. Sir Henry Pellat (J. Mc- Vittie gardener), exhibited a fine col- lection of plants, one specimen of Cat- tleya labiata being certificated. Allan Gardens (E. P. Collins gardener), had a fine collection of flowering plants and ferns, a speciman genista being admired by all. The judges were E. F. Collins and H. G. Dillemuth. The Gardeners' and Florists' Club held an interesting meeting on Thurs- day evening at St. George's hall. The eternal question, "Judging" was taken up but no definite decision was reached. The next regular meeting A New Fern NEPHROLEPIS GIATRASII Awarded a Certificate of Merit by ttie Horticultural Society of New Yorlc. Prices: in 214-inch pots, $3.50 per dozen; $25.00 per 100; $200.00 per 1000. 26 plants at 100 rates; 600 plants at 1000 rates. Orders delivered in rotation as received. Now Ready for delivery, GEORGE GIATRAS, 463 Summit Ave., West Hobokeii,N. J. Jl/entiort theAmerican Florist when writing will be a social one. Come and make merrj'. Thos. Manton had one of the best decorations of the year at the King Edward hotel. Orchids and valley con- stituted the principal flowers used and, having orchids in generous quantities, Thomas was not loath to use them as he had a carte blanche order. Pity 'tis there are not more of this kind. Visitors: Wm. Gaminage, London; E. L. Janzen, Berlin; Messrs. Fendley, Dale, Jennings and Cooper, Brampton; 1 epresentatives of Bayersdorfers. Rice's, Wertheimer Bros, and Schloss Bros. Frank DufEert is bringing in some well-grown lilacs which meet with a ready sale. H. G. D. igio. The America n' Fl orist. 247 Almosi Sold Out Have you sent us an order (or your stock of Carnation Dorothy Gordon? Easy to put it oH-but our supply is limit, d orders are piling in every day. ajnd some of you who are planning to grow ttiis splendid carnation lor your trade this year are going to be disappointed. . . . , ,-j ,^ . t » This tBauDificent flowL-r made a big "hit" at the Pittsburg meeting, but that didn t surprise us any. lor a great many of our friends in the trade long ago learned that for re»l, substantial profits Carnation Dorothy Gordon stood away up at the top of the list. \\ e know we harp a lot about its merits, but when you know this grand oew variety as we do. you 11 be enthusiastic, too. Flowers fragrant and uniform in color— a little darker than Pink Enchantress; very large— size. 3 inches or more in diameter- buds of good substance and very lasting. .All these features spell profits for growers of Carnation Dorothy Gordon— <10uWe profits, for the plants bear more flowers which sell for a higher price, bringing your gains up to nearly twice what you can get from other commercial sorts. Come to Wyncote and see Dorothy Gordon growing; if you cannot do that write or wire us now and we will reserve stock (or you. But do it quickly if you want anv rooted cuttinns this spring. Interesting liter- ature ree. Prices are; $10.00 per 100; $75.00 per 1000. JOSEPH HEACOCK COMPANY, Disseminators, Wyncote, Pa. i URGE KENTIA WANTED Twenty to thirty feet Wgh and well furnished. Send description, price I and weight. Park Floral Co. - Box 700, DENVER, COLO. Geraniums 1000 lOO S, A. Nutt and 8 other varieties. 2H-in. pots $20 00 $2 50 Altemantheras, yellow, rooted cut- tings 50 Vlncas. Van. 2-in. pots 2 00 Asp. Sprengerl seedlings 7 00 100 Pansy Plants 2 50 Cash. Jos. H. Cunningham, Delaware, 0. List ^l^ Roses Bumvjur croiis for spring delivery, <>S1^LL LULL ^SPRINGrlELD-0HIO-J Aurora, 111. — Engledew & Co., pro- prietors of the Fabyan greenhouses, will rebuild the greenhouse plant en- tirely this spring and the old houses will be abandoned. ToiiAH, Wis. — Louis Stoerkel, pro- prietor of the Tomah Greenhouse and Fruit Farm, will build two additional sections on the south side of the pres- ent greenhouse, one 18x65 feet, and the other 18x125 feet. The buildings will all be connected and another boiler will be added to the heating plant. The capacity of the green- house will be about doubled. Mr. Stoerkel has nearly all the materials on hand and expects to put up the buildings as soon as the building season opens. Rooted Carnation Cuttings. New Carnations for 1910. Per 100 Dorotliy Gordon $75 00 per lOCO: $10 00 Shasta 12 00 Scarlet Glow 12 00 Sangamo 12 (X) Per 100 Admiratio n $12 OO Alma Ward $2,50 piT doz. 15 00 Mrs. C. W.Ward 12 00 Conquest 12 00 Carnations of 1909. O. p. Bassett 6 00 Pink Delight 6 00 Mrs. Chas Knopf 6 00 Standard WHITE VARIETIES. Pur 100 White Enchantress $3 00 Lady Bountiful 3 00 White Perfection 3 00 Queen Louise 2 (X) The Queen 2 00 My Maryland 2 00 Sarah Hill 3 00 Lloyd 3 00 RED VARIETIES. Per 100 Robert Craig $3 00 John E.Haines 2 00 Beacon 3 50 Flamingo 2 00 Victory 3 00 Rooseyelt 2 00 Harlowarden 2 00 Cardinal 2 00 Ruby 6 00 Mrs. J. C. Vaughan 6 00 Georgia 6 00 Varieties, PINK VARIETIES. \ Per 100 Winsor - $3 00 Afterglow 3 OO Splendor 3 00 Pink Imperial 2 50 Rose Pink Enchantress 2 50 Mrs. Thos. W. Lawson 2 00 Nelson Fisher 2 00 Mabelle 1 50 Variegated Enchantress 2 50 YELLOW VARIETIES. Per 100 Eldorado *2 00 Golden Beauty 2 00 VARIEGATED VARIETIES. Per 100 Mrs. Fatten $2 50 Jessica 2 50 Grafted and Own-Root Roses ready for Early Delivery. Send for Circular. Choice Varieties of Verbenas. Per 100 1000 Rooted Cuttings, our selection.. $ 75 $ 6 00 Plants. 2'4-in. pots, our selection 2 50 20 00 Per 100 1000 Rooted Cuttings.Purchasers selec. $ 90 $ 8 00 Plants. 2!.i-in. pots. ■' " 3 00 25 00 Entirely sold out of Miss Wilmott catlings and plants. J. L. DILLON, Bloomsburg, Pa. Dormant roots, of 2 and 3 each. eyes Ordiid Flowering at .>1.50 per 100: .■>14.00 per 1000 15I»1 Austria 15<«i Italia SO I John White .tITii Mrs. Kate Gray I51XJ Pennsylvania Red Shades at .>l.25 per KXK .^12 00 per HXIO ,^X) .'\lice Roosevelt 250 Beaute Poitevine 411O Chas Henderson lOIHjDukeof Marlborough 700 Pillar of Fire 1000 Crimson Bedder 25 at ion r Yellow and Orange Pink Shades at.'?1.25per 10(1; .SI 2.00 per KX.HJ at .'SI. 50 per 100: .S14.00 per KXIO 2lX)0 Florence \'aughan 150 King Edward 450 N. Wendlandt ."0 ' Parthenope 400 Paul Marquart 150 Victory Darlc Leaved at .SI. 75 per 100; *15.(XJ per 1000 151X) Egandale 60 ' Grand Rogue 200 Shenandoah 150 Robusta 400 Mrae. Bcrat Red Gold Edge at %\ 50 per lOD; .tU.OO per 1000 300 Mme. Crozy 2500 Mixed at 95c per 100; *6.00 per 1003. ate; 250 at 1000 rate. Cash with order ESTATE OF DAVID FISHER, Montvale, Mass. SPECI/\LTIES. Roses, from 3 in pots. Carnations for fall delivery. Chrysanthemnms smilax, Violets IN BEST VARIETIES. Prices low. Send for list. Wood Brothers, S^'wToJi: WHITE SPORT OF Helen Frick Gtirysanthemum $2.00 and $3.00 per doz. Stock plants. ALVINA CARNATION.... $5.00 oer 100; $45 00 per 1000: Delivery at once. HENRY EICHHOLZ, Wayneshoro, Pa . The Florists' Market Place, Our Ready Reference Ad. Dept 248 The American Florist, Feb. 26, Index to Advertisers Advance Co Tile. .VI Akron Mcli Co VI Allen J K 229 Am Blower Co 254 American Spawn Co. 2.% Amlint'E C 225 Anderson Flo Co 231 Anderson S A 232 Andorra Nurseries ..239 Aphine Mfjr Co 226 Aschmann Godfrev 2-M Archias Seed Store . .2.i5 Atlanta Floral Co.. 231 Augspurger D & Son246 Avenue Floral Co. ..235 Baer Julius 23' Barrows H H & Son. 241 Bassett & Washburn 223 233 Baur & Smith 243 Bayersdorfer H 256 BeavenEA... '-0 Beckert W C....''"2<5 BernineH G 230 Berrydale Exp Gar.. 2,^9 Bcrtermann Bros Co 23' '^9 Bindekunst Verlag...2S5 Blackistone Z D. 23' Blackman \V Flo Co231 Blind H L& Bros.. .2^1 Bobbink & Atkins. ..2.39 Boddington .'\ T. . . 244 Bodger JnoS'SonsCo235 BolandJBCo '31 Bowe MA... 731 Brants D "^4,s Braslan .Seed Gro ColM Breitmever'sJ Sons 231 Bridgeman's.. ^S5 Brown .\ C 245 BrownAlfrcd SeedColH Brownell C W & Co 244 Bruns H N iv Bryan Alonzo j.:.'.;:236 Budlong J A.. ■'T' Bunyard A T. 2^' Burpee W A & Co'.'.' I V Byer Bros 144 Caldwell the VVoods-" man Co 230 Carrillo& Baldwin.. 244 Chi Cam Co... I 245 Chi House Wreck Co2.58 Clark The EB Co ..IV Clarke's Sons David 2?1 Cleveland CutFlo Co2.y Coles W W 24 I Cotsonas Geo & Co! !2.3n Cottage Gardens.... 241 Cowee W J ^y^ Craig Robt Co.! 241 Crump Frank F.... 2H) Cunningham JosH .247 Daniels & Fisher 2^' DardsChas 231 Dayton Floral Co.. 231 Deaniud J B Co. "4 Denver Wholesale Flower Mkt 2'7 Derby Henry '2% Detroit Flower Pot. !2.=;7 Deitsch A &Co... VI DiUer Caskey&Keen.'57 Dillon J L '47 Dingeo & Conard Co2.W Dorner F & .Sons Co I Dreer HA 2?S> 2.54 DunlopJobnH. 2>' Eagle Wire W ks, . ! 'l^i, Edwards Fold'g Bo.\25(> Eichholz H.-nry.. 247 Elliott W H....! 2'7 Ellwanger & Barry.. 2,39 EmmansGeoM. 24<^i Eyres H G !231 Pillow Flower Co. "245 Fisher Estate David.247 Fi5her H A &Co.. 2^' FiskeSeed Co 2.xS Flower Growers Mkt225 Florists' Hail Ass'n.2,5D Flower Shop 2i' Foley M(g Co V For Sale and Rent. 221 Ford Bros 229 Freeman G L !'244 Froment H E 229 Galvin Thos F .JM Garland Geo M Co..2.S5 Gasser J M Co 2M German Nurseries ..2.V, Giatras Geo.. 24«) Giblin & Co " VI Gorham & Chapline 2.56 Gude Bros 231 Guttnian AWk J 2") Haley J H !!!!!2.'56 Hartmann Hjalmar..2.i<, Hauswjrth Florist... 2.52 Heacock Jos Co.. 247 Heinl Geo A 2.3(1 Heinl John & Son... 231 Herr Albert .M 246 Herrmann A 25ri Hess& Swoboda. 2V Hews A H & Co 257 Hilfinger Bros 257 Hill The EG Co.. . I Hinode Florists Co. 2.39 Hippard E 258 Hitchings&Co !2S8 Hoerber Bros 225 HoHman Florist 231 Holm & Olson .... 231 Holton & Hunkel...2.3n Hooker H M Co 2.55 Hort Trade Journal. 2.% Humleld C... '4' Hunt A E &Co 245 Hunt Bros '45 Hunt E H 225 249 Igoe Bros 25<, IsbellSM &Co 2.W Jackson & Perkins... 2.i9 lacobs S & Sons \I Johnson D D 2.5.^ Johnson W W & Soti2.\5 Johnston Heating Co2.54 Kasling W F Co....22'i Keller Goo & Sons. .2.57 Kelh-r J B & Sons.. .231 Kellogg Geo M 231 Kcnnicott Bros Co. .22.5 Ky Tob Product Co.2.=\^ Kcssler Bros 22*) King Constructn 2.5S Kohr A F 2.57 Kramer I N &Son. 2,57 Krick's Letters 24,S Kroeschell Bros Co. .2.54 Kruchten John 225 Kuehn i; A 2.>ll Kyle & Foerster 11~^ Lager & Hurrell 244 Landri'lh Sei-d Co.. .255 Langjahr A H 229 Leedle Floral Co .. .247 Lichtenberger J 248 Lock year .\ ] 2?f) Lord&Burnhain \' McCallumCo 227 McConnell Ale.x 231 McCoy L W 2M> McCrav Refrig. Co 2.5<, McCullough's J M Sons Co HI 227 McKellar Chas. W.,225 McKissick Bros 227 Mastin J G & Co.... 2.5? Matthews Florists... 231 May & Co LL 231 Meyer John C & Co. 253 Michigan Cut Flower E.\change 2.1O Millang Aug 229 Millang Chas 229 Miller ES IV Mocineer J C Co 255 Moon The Wm H Co2.>9 Moore Hentz&Nash.229 Morehead Mlg Co... 255 Morse C C & Co 2^4 MuDk Floral Co Wittbold Watering System The saying; in time and labor for one season will pay for a com- plete equipment. For particulars write to E. H. HUNT 18-78 Wabash Ave., CHICAOO Murdock J B & Co. .227 Murphy William 2ilJ Murray Samuel 2^2 Myers Florist 2,^2 Mvi'ts & Co VI Nash Chas Co 259 Nat Flo B ol Trade. 24S National Guano Co..24S N Y Cut Flow.-r E.\.229 Nicssen Leo Co 227 Oeschlin Frank 245 Palethorpe P R Co. 253 Palmer W J & Sons.2?I Park Floral Co..2i2 247 Pape & Bergman 2.% Peacock Dahlia Farm 2,i9 Perlecli n Chem Co. 254 Peters & Reed Pot'y257 . PetersoruJ A I Phoeni.x Nursery Co.lfl PiersonFRCo I Pilou Eugene I r 219 Pittsburg Cut Flo Co227 Pittsburg Florist E.v.227 Poehlmnan Bros Co 225 243 Pollworth C C Co2.?2 248 Pulveriz'd MailureCo248 Quaker CityMchWksVI Randall A L Co 225 Randolph & Mc Clements 2.54 Rawlins Elmer 2.t5 Raynor J 1 229 Ready Reference 249 Reed & Keller 25(, Regan Print House. .2.5(, ReimersM D 2il Reinberg Geo 2411 Rein berg Peter 223 Rice Bros '27 RiebeF C Co 245 Rock WL Co 2'^2 Roehrs Julius Co 244 Robinson Henry M Co 2.i(l Roemer Fredk 2.^5 Rohnert Waldo 2i5 Routzahn Seed Co. IV Salzer John .\Sei'dCo-.37 Sander & Son 244 Scheiden & Schoos 2411 Schmidt J C 2411 Schuliheis Bros 2.-1'* Schulz Jacob 2i(l Shaffer Geo C 231 Sharp Partridge &Co\'I Shepard's Garden Car Co 2411 Sheridan W F 229 Sirocco Eng'ring Co2.54 Skidelsky & Irwin.. .245 Slinn B S Jr 229 Smith A W & Co.... 231 Smith Elmer D& Co244 Smith Gurdfiii B 2.5l) Smith Henry 2.1II Smith Wm C 2i0 Smith W & T Co.... I Smits Jacs 2.^9 Stearns Lumber Co.\'I Sterling Emerv Wheel Co 24S StoothoH H A Co. ..256 Storrs & Harrison Co243 Sub Target Gun Co. 255 Superior Mach & Boiler Wks 2.54 Syracuse Pottery Co. 257 Tamingar DJ 2Tf. Thompson Car Co. 245 Thomson Wm&Son..2.5l> Thorburn JM&Co.. I\' Tottv Chas H....IV 24(1 Traendlv & Sch.'nck.229 XMX. Dlirl HD (VMRK MANURES Dried. screened and packed in bags of lOOlbs. each PULVERIZED SHEEP MANURE Pure - Uniform - Reliable A •troDgr and Quick action manure hlgrtily recommended for carnations and cbrTsanthemomi SHREDDED CATTLE MANURE Eas7 to Handle and Apply Sironcer and better in every way than rsoeh manure. Lasts much lonrer on the benches. Unequalled for mulching and feeding roses, liqaid manuring and mixing with bench and pottias soil. Used by all the largest growers. Ask your supply man or write for circulars and prices, The Pulverized Manure Co., 32 DnlonStocIt Yards. CHICAGO U S Rocking Grate Bar Co 254 Van Zanten Bros 235 Vaughan'sSeedStore I IV 241 24<> 257 Vaughan & Sperry..224 Verdegaal P IV Vick & Hill Co 235 Vick's Sons Jas IV Vincent R Jr.. I 2.36 243 Virgin UJ 232 Wagner Park Cons. .241 Waile L J 2.55 We. her & Don I\' Wciland & dinger.. 227 Weiland & Risch. . . .225 Welch Bros 227 Wi.tor Bros... 222 '35 Wild Gilbert H 239 WilksS Mfg Co 2&1 Wilson Robt G. .232 256 Withers John T 23 Winters'n Seed Store 236 253 Wittbold Geo' Co. . . .232 Wolf John 2.32 Wolfskin J W Z31 Wood Bros 247 Woodruff S D & Son235 Wrede H 235 Young & Co A L....228 Young & Nugent 229 Youngs 232 Zangen O V IV Zcch & Mann 225 Zvolanek .Anton W Sheep's Head Brand Pulverized Sheep Manure The Ideal Plant Food for Florists. Write to- day for Prices and Booklet. Aurora, III. NATURAL GUANO COMPANY, Gold Letters Gummed Gold and Pnrple Letters. For inscriptions on Floral Designs, Best and Cheapest on the Market. Send for samples and prices. .,„„ J. LICHTENBERGER. 1566 Avenue A, NEW YORK. Telephone: Lenox 5644 •USE KRICK'S- Perfect Pot Handles &, Hangers Just the Thing for Easter. When crowded for space, will sustain the weight of lim lbs. Samples and prices on request. CHAS. A. KRICK, Greene*Ave.. Brooklyn, N. Y. Long Distance Tele phone 178 Biishwick. THE BEST WAY to collect an account is to place It with tlu National Florists' Board Of Trade 66 Pine Street, N«W YORK, WHY7 Because many debtors will pay tbe Boar! tearing othenyise a bad rating in our Credit List. Full information as to methods and rates given on application. IF YOU SAW IT IN THE FLORIST SAY SO IN YOUR NEXT ORDER. ^^^^'* CUT FLOWER ^AND Design Boxes All size*, lovfest prices. Write C. C. Pollworth Co^ MILWAUKEE Sterling Iron Reservoir Vases Chairs, Settees, Hitching Posts, Etc. Complete Catalogue and Discounts UpoD _. Q'lcst. The Sterling Emery Wheel Mfg. Co., ohK lU'iruf, S.A. igio. The American Florist. 249 Ready Reference Section. 10 CENTS PER LINE, NET; AGERATUMS. Ageratum. 3 kinds, 2-in., $1.50 per 100. Byer Bros., Chanibersburg. Pa. ALTERNANIHERAS. Alternantheras, strong, well-rooted cut- tings, red and yellow, 50c per 100; $4 per 1000. Brilliantlssima, 60c per 100: $5 per • 1000. J. W. Davis, 225 W. 16th St., Daven- port, la. Alternantheras, 2^i-in., yellow, 2c. Mos- b aek Greenhouse Co., Onarga, 111. Alternantheras, yellow, R C, 50c per 100. Jos. H. Cunningham, Delaware, Q. ALYSSUM. Alyssum giant and dbl., 2-in., 52 per 100. R. Vincent, Jr., & Sons, White Marsh. M d. Alyssum. 2',4-in., $2 per 100; 300 tor $5. J. C. Schmidt, Bristol, Pa. ARAUCARIAS. Araucarias, D. U. Augspurger & Sons Co., Peoria, 111. Araucarias, Bobbink & Atkins, Rutherford, N. J. ASPARAGUS. Asparagus plumosus nanus, from . 2 H -in. pots. $2.50 per 100; $22.50 per 1,000. Cash with order. Floral Hill Gardens. G. F. Kneipp. Prop.. Chatham, N. J. REPOT TO DOUBLE VALUE. Fine 2-in. Sprengeri, %Z. Strong value to shift now. Plumosus, 2-in., $2.50: 4-in., <8. Gullett & sons. Lincoln. 111. Asparagus plumosus nanus, 2H-in pots, strong plants. $2 per 100. Grand Rapids Greenhouse Co.. Grand Rapids. Mich. Asparagus Sprengeri, 2-in., $3 per 100; 3% -in., heavy, $4.50. Wagner Park Con- Bervatories. Sidney, O. Asparagus plumosus. 2 Vi -in.. 3c ; 3-in., 6c. Sprengeri, 2^4 -in.. 2c; 3-in., 5c; 4-in., 10c. Mosbaek Greenhouse Co.. Onarga. 111. Asparagus Plumosus, $25 per 1.000. Spren- geri, $25 per 1,000; 4-in., $50 per 1.000. A. M. Herr. Lancaster, Pa. Asparagus plumosus. 4-in., extra fine large plants, $8 per 100. Scharff Bros., Van Wert, Ohio. Asparagus Sprengeri. 3-in., $5 per 100. Plumosus. 2-in.. $3; 3-in., $5 per 100. Geo. M. Emmans, Newton, N. J. Asparagus plumosus. 2V^-in., 3c; 3-in., 6c; 4-In., 10c. Sprengeri, 3-in., 5c: 4-in., 10c. G. Aschmann. 1012 W. Ontario St., Phila. Asparagus Sprengeri, seedlings, $1 per 100; |7 per 1,000. J. H. Cunningham, Delaware, O. Asparagus plumosus. 2-in., 2c. Byer Bros.. Chambersburg. Pa. Asparagus Sprengeri. 4-in., $5 per 100. F. C. Riebe, Web ster. Mass. Asparagus Sprengeri, 2^-in., $2 per 100; 300 for $5. J. C. Schmidt, Bristol, Pa. Asparagus Sprengeri. 3-in.. $4 per 100. Poehlmann Bros. Co., Morton Grove, 111. Asparagus plumosus, Sprengeri, D. U. Augspurger & Sons Co., Peoria, 111. ASPIDISTRAS. Aspidistras, var.. 5-in., $1 each; 6-in., $1.50; 7-in.. $2. Green, 5-in., 75c each; 6- In., $1; 7-ln., $1.50. Vaughan's Seed Store, Chicago and New York. AUCUBAS. Aucuba Japonica, variegated, IS ins,. 55c each; $5 per doz. ; 24 to 30 ins.. $1.50 each; $15 per doz.; Japonica type, 18 ins., $1 each; $10 per doz. Vaughan's Seed Store, Chicago and New York. AZALEAS. Azaleas. Bernard Andreas Alba, Niobe, Helena Theilman, Empress of India, Apollo. De Schryveriana, Dr. Moore. Mme. Van der Cruyssen, Louis Van Houtte, Simon Mard- ner, Vervaeniana, Deutsche Perle. $1.25 to $2.50 each. Stnaller sizes, Van der Cruyssen, Mardner, Apollo, Niobe. Empress of India, D. Perle, De Schryverniana, Vervaeneana, 50c to $1.25. In bloom. Mme. Petrick, Mardner, D. Perle, Apollo. Vervaeneana. 75c to $1.50. G. Aschmannn. 1012 W. Ontario St., Phila. Azalea mollis, 15 to 20 buds, 50c each; $5 per doz.; $40 per 100; 40 to 50 buds, $1 each; $10 per doz. Vaughan's Seed Store, Chicago and New York. Azalea mollis, 15-30 buds, $8 per 100. C. Kerkvoorde. Wetteren, Belgium. Azaleas. Jacs Smits, Naarden, Holland. BAY TREES 2,000 bay and box trees in all sizes; pyra- mid and standard. Write for list. Julius Roehrs Co.. Rutherford, N. J. Bay trees, ford. N. J. Bobbink & Atkins, Ruther- BEDDIN6 PLANTS. Bedding Plants; Coleus, Golden Bedder, Firebrand, Anna and John Pfister and other leading varieties, $2 per 100; $13 per 1.000. Salvia. $2.50 per 100; $20 per 1,000. Double Petunias (Snowdrift) and Single petunias, mixed. $2 per 100. Heliotrope, $2 per 100. Birmingham Landscape and Nursery Co., P. O. Box 663. Birmingham, Ala. BEGONIAS, Begonia Gloire de Lorraine and Agatha, $15 per 100; $140 per 1,000. Turnford Hall. $20 per 100. Pres. Taft. $20 per 100. J. A. Peterson, Westwood, Cincinnati. O. Begonia Lorraine and Agatha, leaf cut- tings, 2 i/.i-in. pots. June delivery. $12 per 100; $100 per 1.000. All orders filled in ro- tation. Julius Roehrs Co., Rutherford, N. J. Begonias. Vernon and Erfordii. R. C, 90c per 100. J. W. Davis, 22 5 W. 16th St., Davenport, la. BEGONIAS, blooming, S best commercial varieties, strong rooted cuttings. $1 per 100. Cash. Chillicothe Floral Co., Chillicothe. O. Begonia Flambeau, 4-in.. 15c. G. Asch- mann, 1012 W- Ontario St.. Philadelphia. Begonia Adolf Menzel, 2V2-in., $2 per doz. Vaughan's Seed Store, Chicago and N. Y. Rex begonias. 2 -In.. $5 per 100. Geo. M. Emmans. Newton. N. J. BOXWOOD. Box trees, bush, 15 to IS ins., $4 per doz.; 20 to 24 ins., $S per doz. Vaughan's Seed Store, Chicago and New York. Boxwood, pyramids, 2-2y2-feet. $15 per 100; 2%-3-feet, $25 per 100; 3-4 -feet, $35 per 100. C Kerkvoorde, Wetteren, Belgium. BULBS, Gladiolus Alice Carey, the best white in cultivation. No. 1 bulbs, $5 per 100; $40 per 1,000. America, No. 1. $4 per 100; $30 per 1,000. Golden Nugget, best bright yellow, $1.50 per doz.; $10 per 100. Princeps. $1.25 per doz.; $8 per 100. List free. E". Y. Teas Co.. Centerville. Ind. Bulbs. Dutch hyacinths, single, $1.50 per 100; $10 per 1.000. Calla Ethiopica. $2 per 100; $15 per 1,000. Gladiolus America, bulb- lets, $5 per 1.000. Berrydale Experiment Gardens. Route 1, Holland, Mich. Bulbs of all kinds. A. T. Boddington, 342 W. 14th St., New York. Bulbs, tuberoses, true dwarf Pearl, 1st size, 4-6-in., 90c per 100; $7.50 per 1,000; $35 per 5,000; medium. 3-4-in., 60c per 100; $4 per 1.000; $17.50 per 5,000; mammoth, 6-S-in., $1.50 per 100; $12 per 1,000. Be- gonias, gloxinias, gladiolus. Vaughan's Seed Store, Chicago and New York. Gladioli. Independence, the best red in the market; also Mrs. Francis King, Giant Pink, Augusta, and Groff's hybrids, genuine stock. Write for prices. Geo. S. Woodruff, Inde- pe ndence. la. Bulbs, Gladioli, Brenchleyensis, May, Ceres. Isaac Buchanan. Pactole, La Marck. yellow and orange, etc. Cinnamon vine, Maderia vines, lilies, iris, oxalis, etc. E. S. Miller, Wading River, N. Y. Chinese Sacred Lilies. $3 per 100; $25 per 1,000. Dutch Hyacinths, named, single and double, first size, $6 per 100; exhibition size, $10. Dingee & Conard Co., West Grove, Pa. Bulbs, hyacinths, tulips, narcissus, crocus, spireas, gladiolus, peonies, etc. Van Zanten Bros.. Hillegom, Holland. Bulbs, hyacinths, tulips and daffodils. P. Verdegaal. 14 Stone St., New York. Bulbs, all florists' varieties. H. E_j, Fiske Seed Co., Faneuil Hall Square, Boston. CANNAS. Cannas. Austria, Italia, John White, Mrs. Kate Gray. Pennsylvania. $1.50 per 100; $14 per 1.000. Alice Roosevelt, E. Poitevine, Chas. Henderson, C. Bedder, Duke of Marl- borough, Pillar of Fire. $1.25 per 100; $12 per 1.000. F- Vaughan. King Edward. N. Wend land t, Parthenope. Paul Marquart. Victory, $1.25 per 100; $12 per 1.000. Egan- dale. Grand Rogue, Shenandoah. Robusta, $1.75 per 100; $15 per 1,000. Mme. Berat, Mme. Crozy. $1.50 per 100; $14 per 1.000. Mixed. 75c per 100; $6 per 1.000. Estate of David Fi sher. Montvale, Mass. Cannas, Sec. Chabanne, Paul Marquart. Cinnabar, $1.75 per 100. Pennsylvania, Louisiana, $2.00. Robusta, Mile. Berat, $1.00. Beaute Poitevine, Pres. Vigor, $3- Papa Nardy, $5. Mixed of best varieties, 75c per 100 ; $6 per 1,000. Started plants can be furnished after March 1. Wagner Park Con- servatories, Sidne y , Ohio. Canna roots, home-grown, divisions, $2 per 100; $18-50 per 1.000. King Humbert. $6 per 100; $50 per 1.000. R. Vincent, Jr., & Sons Co.. Whit e Marsh, Md. Cannas, good assortment of fine large bulbs. Write for price list. Mosbaek Green- house Co., Onarga. 111. Cannas, for varieties and prices see page advertisement in this issue. Arthur T. Bod- dington. 342 W. 14th St., New York. CACTI. Cacti. Over 100 varieties of cacti, from $7 per 100 up. Write for free 2S-page cata- logue, and prices to the trade. Also Mexi- can Resurrection plants. The Francis E. Lester Company, Dept. L. S., Mesilla Park, N. M. CARNATIONS. Carnations, Shasta. Scarlet Glow, Sanga- mo, Admiration, Mrs. C. W. Ward, Con- quest, $12 per 100. O. P. Bassett, Pink Delight, Mrs. Chas. Knopf. Ruby, Mrs J. C. Vaughan. Georgia. $6 per 100. White En- chantress, Lady Bountiful, White Perfection, Sarah Hill, Lloyd, Winsor, Afterglow. Splen- dor, Robt. Craig, Victory, $3 per 100. Queen Louise, The Queen. My Maryland, Flamingo, Roosevelt, Harlowarden, Cardinal, Mrs. Lawson, N. Fisher, Eldorado, Golden Beauty, $2 per 100. Beacon, $3.50. Pink Imperial, R. P. Enchantress, Variegated Enchantress, Mrs. Patten, Jessica, $2.50 per 100. Alma Ward, $2.50 per doz.; $15 per 100; Dorothy Gordon, $10 per 100; $75 per 1,000. Mabelle. $1.50 per 100. J. L. Dillon, Bloomsburg, Pa. If You Do Not Find What You Need In Our Ready Inference Depaftment, Write Us About It 250 The American Florist. Feb. 26, I'arnations, Conquest. Sangamo, Mary Tol- man. $12 per 100; $100 per 1,000. White Perfection, Daybreak, Lawson. R. P. En- chantress, Winona, Winsor. Splendor, Aris- tocrat, Afterglow, Lawson — Enchantress, Victory, A. Carnegie, $3 per 100; $25 per 1.000. Enchantress, $2.50 per 100; $20 per 1000. May Day, $6 per 100; $50 per 1,000. Alvina. $5 per 100; $45 per 1,000. O. P. Bassett, $6 per 100; $50 per 1,000. Gov. Deneen, $5 per 100; $45 per 1,000. Chicago Carnation Co., Joliet, 111. Carnations, Enchantress. $2 per 100; $1S per 1.000. Red Victory. Var. Lawson. $2.50 per 100; $20 per 1.000. White Sarah Hill. $4 per 100; $35 per 1,000. Pink Lawson — En- chantress. $2,50 per 100; $20 per 1.000. Pink Lawson. $2 per 100; $15 per 1.000, W. H. Taft, $450 per 100; $40 per 1,000. Beacon, $3 per 100; $25 per 1,000. Schneiden &: Sc hoos. 517 Asbury Ave., Evanston. III. SELECT STRONGLY ROOTED. 100 1.000 White Enchantress, Beacon... $3.00 $25.00 Rose Pink. W. Perfection 3.00 25.00 Enchantress, Winsor .2.00 20.00 "White Lawson. Red Lawson... 2.00 15.00 Mrs. T. W. Lawson 1.50 12.00 G ULLETT & SONS. Lincoln. 111. Carnations. Bay State. $3 per 100. Bea- con. Enchantress. Rose Pink Enchantress. Victory. White Perfection, White Enchan- tress, Winona, Winsor. $3 per 100; unrooted cuttings. $2 per 100. Shepard's Garden Carnation Co.. 292 Falrmount St.. Lowell. Mass. Carnations, well rooted cuttings ready now. White Enchantress. Beacon, Winona. After- glow. Red Nelson Fisher. $3 per 100; $25 per 1.000. Winsor. $2 per 100; $18 per 1.000. O. P. Bassett. $6 per 100; $50 per 1.000. A. C. Canfield. Sjaringfield. 111. Carnations, White Perfection. Rose Pink Enchantress and Victory. $15 per 1.000. White Enchantress. $17.50 per 1.000. Law- son Enchantress. Winona. Beacon. $20 per 1.000. O. P. Bassett, Alvina. $30 per 1,000. Penn, Lawson. Winsor, $10 per 1,000. A. M. Herr. Lancaster. Pa. Carnations, new seedlings, deep crimson and bright pink. $8 per 100; $75 per 1.000. Rose Pink Enchantress. $5 per 100. Din- gee & Conard Co., West Grove, Pa. Carnations, Mrs. C. W. Ward, R. C. $2 per 12; $12 per 100; $100 per 1,000. Alma Ward. R. C. $3 per 12; $5 per 25; $9 per 50; $15 per 100; $35 per 250; $60 per 500; $120 per 1.000. Cottage Gardens Co.. Inc., Queens. L. I.. N. Y. Carnations. Enchantress, Perfection. Bea- con. $3 per 100; $25 per 1.000. Rose Pink Enchantress. Winsor. $2.50 per 100; $20 per 1.000. J. D. Thomson Carnation Co., Joliet, lU Carnation Scarlet Glow, $12 per 100; $100 per 1.000. P. Dorner & Sons Co.. Lafay- ette, Ind. __^ Carnation Shasta, $12 per 100; $100 per 1.000. Baur & Smith. Indianapolis. Ind. Patten & Co.. Tewksbury, Mass. Carnations, Shasta. Sangamo. Scarlet Glow. Mary Tolman. Conquest. Admiration. $12 per 100; $100 per 1.000. Vaughan's Seed Store. Chicago and New York. Carnations Sangamo. Conquest. Mary Tol- man. $12 per 100; $100 per 1.000. Chicago Carnation Co.. Joliet. 111. Carnation Georgia. $12 per 100; $100 per 1.000. Weiland & dinger. 128 E. 3rd St., Cincinnati. O. Carnations, Apple Blossom and Wanoka, strong rooted cuttings, delivery Jan. 1. Wanoka Greenhouses. Barneveld, N. Y. Carnations. Wood Bros.. FIshklll. N. Y. CHRYSANTHEMUMS. Chrysanthemums. Monrovia, $3 per 100; $25 per 1.000. Oct. Frost. $3 per 100. Vir- ginia Poehlmann. $4 per 100; $35 per 1.000. Edmond Albe. $35 per 100. E. G. Hill Co., Richmond. Ind- Chrysanthemums, snow white sport of Helen Frick, stock plants. $3 per doz. ; small plants, $2 per doz. Henry Eichholz. Waynesboro. Pa. Gloria a large early Enchantress pink Mum. R. C. now ready. 25, $1; 100, $3,75. prepaid. Chas. Frost. Kenllworth. N. J. Chrysanthemum novelties, Charles H, Totty, Madison, N, J. Chrysanthemums. leading vars. Wood Bros., FIshklll, N. Y. Chrysanthemums. Elmer D. Smith SI Co., Adria n. Mich. CINERARIAS. . Cinerarias. 6-in.. 25c to 35c each. G. Aschmann. 1012 W. Ontario St., Phlla. Cinerarias, 2Vi-in., $2 per 100; 300 for $5. J. C. Schmidt. Bristol. Pa. CaJMATIS. Clematis paniculata, field. 1-yr., 6c; 2-yr., 10c. Dingee & Conard Co.. West Grove, Pa. Clematis. Bobbink & Atkins, Ruther- tord. N. J. COLEDS. Coleus, 10 kinds, Byer Bros,. Chambers- burg^ Coleus. extra fine stock in top cuttings. 75c per 100; 2V4-in, $2. Mosbaek Greenhouse Co.. Onarga. 111. Coleus. Verschaffeltii and Golden Bedder. 2-in.. $2 per 100. R. Vincent, Jr., & Sons Co.. White Marsh. Md. CROTONS. Crotons. 3-in.. 20c each; $2 per doz.; 4- in., 35c each; $3.50 per doz.; 5-in.. 50c each; $6 per doz.; 6-in.. $1 each; $10 per doz. Vaughan's Seed Store. Chicago and N. Y. DAHLIAS. Dahlias, six novelties of special merit. Corona, Charles Clayton. W. K. Jewett. Manitou. Princess Yetive. The Baron, other novelties and the best standard varieties. The best is the cheapest. Prices reasonable and fair dealing guaranteed. Hollyhocks and other hardy plants. Catalogue. W. W, Wilmore, Box 382, Denver. Colo. Dahlias. Countess of Lonsdale. $8 per 100. Black Beauty, Elegante. $3. Arabella. Earl of Pembroke. $6. All large roots. Order today. Wagner Park Conservatories. Sidney. Ohio. Ohio dahlia, field roots. 75c each; $8.50 per doz. J. M. McCullough's Sons Co.. 316 Walnut St.. Cincinnati. O. Dahlia roots, field clumps. $5 per 100 and up. R. Vincent, Jr.. & Sons Co.. White Marsh. Md. Dahlias. Pape & Bergmann, Quedlinburg, Germany. DAISIES. Marguerite Queen Alexandra. 4-in.. 2oc each; $2,60 per doz, Vaughan's Seed Store, Chicago and New York. Daisies, $2 per 1.000. J. C, Schmidt. Bristol, Pa. DRACENAS. Dracaena indivisa, 3-in., 5c; 4-in., 15c. Mosbaek Greenhouse Co., Onarga. 111. FERNS. FERNS FOR FERN DISHES. Extra strong, healthy, bushy, full-grown 2 1,4 -in. stock, guaranteed to please; as- sortment of 12 best varieties. $3 per 100; $25 per 1.000; 250 at 1.000 rate. CIBO- TIUM SCHIEDEI. king of ferns, the pride of every flower store. Orders booked now for young stock for growing on. Ready March. April and May. J. F. Anderson. Fern Specialist. Short Hills. N. J. Ferns. Improved Elegantlssima, 4-ln,, $3 per doz.; 6-in., $9 per doz.; 8-in.. $12 to $18 per doz. Superbisslma, 4-ln., $3 per doz.; 6-ln., $G to $9 per doz,; 8-in., $12 to $18 per doz. Boston, Piersoni, WhitmanI, Scottii, 6-ln,, $6 per doz.; 8-ln., $12 per doz. P. R. Pierson Co.. Tarrytown. N. Y. Ferns. Boston. 3-in.. 15c each; $1.25 per doz.; $8 per 100; 4-in.. 25c each; $2.50 per doz.; $20 per 100; 5-in.. 40c each; $4.50 per doz.; $35 per 100; 6-in., 75c each; $8 per doz.; $60 per 100; 7-in., $1 each; $10 per doz.; $75 per 100; S-in., $1.25 each; $14 per doz,; $100 per 100. Vaughan's Seed Store, Chicago and New York. Ferns. Neph. Todeaoides. 6',<;. 6 and 7 In.. 35c to $1 each. Pteris Victoria. 6-ln. pans. 30c per pan. G, Aschmann, 1012 W. Ontario St.. Philadelphia. Ferns, Whitmani and Elegantlssima. 3-in.. 10c; Boston and Piersoni. 3-ln.. 8c. Piersoni. Elegantlssima, 5-ln.. 30c. Mosbaek Green- house Co., Onarga, III. Nephrolepis Whitmani. 4-in. pots. 8c each; 3-ln. pots. 6c each; 2M!-in. pots. 3c each; 2»4-in., 2^c each; runners, Ic. Ley & Bro., Highland. N. Y. Ferns. Boston. Piersoni, Elegantlssima. Scottll. Amerpohll. D. U. Augspurger & Sons Co., Peoria. III. Ferns. Piersoni. Barrowsl. Scottii and Ele- gantlssima. 4-ln.. $15 per 100. Wagner Park Conservatories. Sidney. O. Ferns. Scottii. 5-ln.. 20c; 6-In.. 30c. W^ W. Coles. Kokomo. Ind. Pteris. extra strong. 3V»-in., $10 per 100; worth $15. Cash with order. Samples on request. Fox Point Floral Co.. 918 Bartlett Ave., Milwaukee, Wis. Ferns for dishes, asst.. 214-in.. $3.50 per 100; $30 per 1.000. Frank Oechslin, 4911 Quincy St.. Chicago. Fern Nephrolepis Giatrasii. 2 '4 -In.. $3.50 per doz.; $25 per 100; $200 per 1.000. George Glatras. 463 Summit Ave.. W. Hoboken. N . J. FERNS. Boston. 2-in. pots. $2?50 per 100 Piersoni. 2-ln. pots. $2.50 per 100. Cash. Chllllcothe Floral Co.. Chlllicothe. O. Ferns. Whitmani. 4-in.. 10c; 2V4-in.. 3c7 $25 per 1.000. John A. Doyle, Springfield, O. Ferns. Boston. 4 and 5-ln.. $15 and $20 per 100. F. C. Riebe. Webster. Mass. Ferns. Boston. 3-in.. 25c each. Whitmani. 4-in.. 25c. Geo. M. Emmans. Newton. N, J , Ferns. Whitmani. 2%-ln.. $5 per 100. Henry H. Barrows & Sons. Whitman. Mass. Ferns. Boston, 4-in., $1.50 per doz. W. W. Coles, Kokomo. Ind. ncus. Ficus elastica. 20 to 24-ins.. extra fine. $3 per doz. Wagner Park Conservatories, Sidney, O. Ficus elastica. 22-24 Ins., $6 per doz.; $50 per 100. Frank Oechslin. 4911 Quincy St.. Chicago. Rubber plants. 5 and 6-in.. $3 per doz. W. W. Coles. Kokomo. Ind. FUCHSIAS. Fuchsias. 6 vars., 2-in.. $2 per 100. R. Vincent, Jr.. & Sons Co.. White Mar.sh. Md. GENISTAS. Genista racemosa. 4-in.. 30c each; $3,25 per doz.; 6-in,. 75c each; $S per doz. Vaughan's Seed Store, Chicago and N. Y. GERANIUMS. Geraniums, Nutt. Doyle, Perkins. Grant, La Favorite, R. C, $1.25; 2-ln.. $2; 3-ln., $4 per 100. Viaud, Castellane, Poitevine. Jaulln. Ricard. Buchner. R. C.. $1.60; 2-ln., $2.50; 3-in., $5 per 100. Mme. Sallerol, 2-ln., $3 per 100. G. M. Emmans Newton, N. J. GERANIUM CUTTINGS. S. A. Nutt. Gen. Grant. Beaute Poitevine. Jean Viaud. Mme. Buchner. Large top cuttings, well rooted, $1.50 per 100; $15 per 1.000. The W. T. Buckley Co.. Springfield, 111. Geraniums, strong 2-in. stoclt. Heteranthe, Nutt, Jean Viaud, La Favorite, L'Aube, Hill, $2 per 100; $18 per 1.000, Our selec- tion. $17 per 1.000. Pamela. $4 per 100. Anastasie Lecadre. $3 per 100. Red Wing, the best novelty of the season. 25c each; $2.50 per doz. Write for geranium cata- logue, F. H. De 'Witt & Co., Wooster, Ohio. Geranium. Ricard. Nutt. Buchner. from 2 and 2% -in. pots, extra fine lot of strong, cool grown plants, $2.25 per 100; $20 per 1.000; mixed, $2 per 100; $18 per 1.000. Well packed. J. R. Brooks. Oxford Depot. N. Y Geraniums. Nutt. $10 per 1.000. Ricard. Poitevine. $12.50 per 1.000. A. M. Herr. Lancaster. Pa. Geraniums. Nutt. 2%-in.. $2 per 100. Ready now. Jacob Doerrer. R. 1. Box 51, Columbia. Pa. Geraniums. S. A. Nutt and 8 others. 2H- In,. $2.60 per 100; $20 per 1.000. Jos. H. Cunningham. Delaware. O. Geraniums, standard sorts. $2 per 100: $18.50 per 1,000; 2-ln. pots. R, Vincent, Jr., & Sons Co., White Marsh. Md. Geraniums, rose very large, 2^ -in.. 3c each. Mosbaek Greenhouse Co.. Onarga. III. Geraniums, dbl. Grant. Castellane. 2-ln.. 2c. Byer Bros.. Chambersburg. Pa. Geraniums, leading vars., 3-in.. $3.50 per 100. P. C. Riebe, Webster, Mass. GREENS. Greens, fancy and dagger ferns. $1.75 per 1.000. Galax, bronze and green. $1.25 per 1.000; 10.000. $7.60. Sphagnum Moss, large bales. $1.25; Leucothoe Sprays, $1 per 100; 1.000. $7.50. Boxwood. 35c per bunch. 50 lbs.. $8.50. Michigan Cut Flower Exchange, Inc.. 38-40 Broadway. Detroit. Mich. Greens dagger and fancy ferns. $1.50 per 1.000 Bronze and green galax. $1 per 1.000; $8.50 P3r 10,000. Leucothoe Sprays $1 per 1,000; $7.60 per 10,000, Henry M, Robinson & Co.. 15 Province St.. Boston. Mass. Greens, southern wild smilax. L0S mosses, natural and perpetuated. E, A. Beaven, Evergr een, Ala. Greens, cut palmetto and cycas leaves, galax, leucothoe. ferns, mosses, etc. Kervan Co.. 113 W 2Sth St.. New York, If Yoo Do Not Find Whst You Heed in Our Ready Referenee Department, Write lis Abort It igio. The American Florist. 251 Greens, evergreen, fancy and dagger ferns, bronze and green galax. Geo. Cot- sonas & Co., 33 W. 28th St.. New York. HABDY PLANTS. Hardy plants. Special prices on field- grown stock to close out. Write if interested. Mosbaek Greenhouse Co., Onarga, 111. HELIOTROPES. Heliotrope, Miss Bernice, 2%-in., $8 per 100, Skidelsky & Irwin Co., 1215 Betz Bldg., Philadelphia. Heliotrope, rooted cuttings, 75c per 100, prepaid. A. "W. Higgins. Westfield, Mass, Heliotrope, %\ per 100; $8 per 1,00. S. D. Brant. Clay Center, Kans. HYDRANGEAS. Hydrangea Arborescens Grandiflora Alba. The true large flowering forcing variety, warranted true, 2^4 -in. pots, $3 per 100: 1-year field-grown, strong, 12 to 18 Inches, $6 per 100; $55 per 1,000. New trade list ready. Write for it today. The Good & Reese Co., The Largest Rose Growers in the World. Springfield. O. Hydrangea Arborescens Grandiflora. We have the largest stock of strong 2-year plants in America. Plants 2 to 3 feet, $2.50 per doz; $15 per 100: $140 per 1,000. Good plants, 15 to 20 inches, $10 per 100. List free. E. Y. Teas. Centerville. Ind. Hydrangea Arborescens Grandiflora Alba (grown from stock obtained from The E. G. Hill Co.). Feld grown 15 to 20 ins., $7 per 100; $65 per 1,000; a smaller size, $5 per 100; 214-in., $3 per 100: $25 per 1,000. John A. Doyle. Springfield, O. Hydrangeas. K. C, $1.50 per 100; 2-ln., 50c per dozen: $4 per 100; 3-in., $1 per doz.; $8 per 100. D. U. Auspurger & Sons Co., Box 778. Peoria, 111. Hydrangea paniculata grandi., 18 to 24 Ins., 6c: 2 to 3 ft.. 9c. Dingee & Conard Co., West Grove. Pa. Hydrangea Otaksa. pot-grown. 6-in.. $15 per 100. Jackson & Perkins Co., Newark, N. Y. Hydrangea paniculata grandiflora. strong bushes, 2-3 feet, $40 per 1,000. C. Kerk- voorde. Wetteren. Belgium. IVY. Iv>'. English, pot-grown plants, 4-in. pots. 3-ft. long. 3 to 5 branches, $12 to $15 per 100. A. L. Miller, Jamaica Opp. Schenck Ave.. Brooklyn, N. T. LANTANAS. Lantanas, 8 vars., 2-in.. $2 per 100. R. Vincent. Jr., & Sons Co.. White Marsh. Md. LILACS. Lilacs. Jacs Smlts, Naarden, Holland. LILY OF THE VALLEY. To Import. LUy of the valley. London Market, $1.75 per 100; $14 per 1.000. Premium. $1.50 per 100: $12 per 1,000. International. $1.25 per 100: $10 per 1.000. Vaughan's Seed Store. Chicago and New York. Lily of the valley. Jacs Smits, Ltd.. Naarden Holland. LUy of the valley. Otto Mann. Leipzig. Saxony, Germany, From Stora^. Lily of the valley, cold storage, 250, $3.50; per 1.000. $13. W. C. Beckert, Northside. Pittsburg. Pa. Lily of the valley. H. N. Bruns, 3040 "W. Madison St.. Chicago. LOBELIA, Lobelia, Kathleen. Mallard, 2-In., $2 per 100. R. Vincent. Jr., & Sons Co., White Marsh. Md, MUSHROOM SPAWN. Mushroom Spawn. Lambert's Pure Cul- ture. American Spawn Co.. St. Paul, Minn . Mushroom Spawn. Sure Crop, $8 per 100 lbs, -yveeber & Don. 114 Chambers St., N. Y. NURSERY STOCK. Nursery stock, ornamental trees and shrubs. W. & T. Smith Co., Geneva, N. Y. Trees, shrubs, evergreen, hardy plants. Ellwanger & Barry, Rochester. N. Y. Nursery stock, blue spruce, berried plants, climbing plants, clematis, conifers, ever- greens, funkias. Japan maples, hydrangeas. Jacs Smits, Ltd.. Naarden. Holland. Nursery stock, the newest lilacs, dbl, and single. Fruit and ornamental trees, shrubs, roses, hardy plants. Ellwanger & Barry, Mount Hope Nurs.. Rochester, N. Y. Virburnum plicatum, 2 to 3 ft., 12c; 3 to 3 Vz ft.. 15c. Dingee & Conard Co., "West Grove, Pa. Nursery stock. Clematis, ampelopsis. tree hydrangeas, lilacs, shrubs, vines and per- ennials. Jackson & Perkins, Newark, N. Y. Nursery stock, large trees, oaks, maples, pines and hemlocks. Andorra Nurseries. Chestnut Hill. Philadelphia. Nursery stock arbor vltae (Thuya occi- dentalis), 3 to 4 ft., 4 to 5 ft. trees. The Wm. H. Moon Co., Morrisvllle, Pa. Nursery stock. Vines, perennials, conifers, shade and fruit trees, hedge plants. Jack- son & Perkins Co.. Newark. N. Y. ORCHIDS. Orchids, importers, exporters, growers and hybridists. Sander, St. Albans, England. New York office, rom 1. 235 Broadway. Orchids. Largest stock in the country. Ask for prices. Julius Roehrs Co., Ruther- ford, N. J. Orchid peat, rotted azalea peat, leaf mold, live Or baled sphagnum moss. C. W. Brownell & Co.. Walden. N. Y. Orchids, all commercial, cat t ley as and novelties. Carillo & Baldwin. Seacaucus, N. J . Orchids of all kinds. Lager & Hurrell, Summitt, N. J. Orchids, G. L. Freeman, 388 Appleton St.. Holyoke. Mass. PALMS. Palms, Kentia Bel.. 6-in., 20 to 24 Ins., $1; 7-in.. 24 to 26 ins., $1.50: 7-in.. 26 to 28 ins.. $2; S-in., 32 to 34 ins., $2.50; S-in., 34 to 38 ins., $3.50. Kentia Fors., 6-in., 34 to 36 ins., $1.50; 7-in., 36 to 40 ins., $2.50; 8-in., 40 to 44 ins., $3.50; S-in., 44 to 48 ins., $4.50; 10-in.. 5'/= ft.. $8. Made-up Fors., 3 plants In tub. 7-in., 40 to 44 ins., $4; S-in.. 44 to 48 ins., $5; 10-in., 44 to 48 ins., $6; 10-in., 48 to 5:; Ins., $7; 10-in., 50 to 54 ins., $8; Phoenix Roebe- lenii, 6-in.. $1 each; $10 per doz. Storrs & Harrison Co.. Painesville, Q. Palms, Kentia Bel., 2%-inch.. $10 per 100; 3-in., $20. Kentia "Fors., 2%-in., $10 per 100; 3-in.. $20. Phoenix, 2 vars., 2^4-in.. $4 per 100; 3-in.. $7. Bargains in Latania Borbonica . D. U. Augspurger & Sons Co., Box 77S. Peoria, 111. Palms, Kentia Fors., 35 to 50 ins., $1.50 to $3 each; 4-in., 20c. Belmoreana, 4-in., 25c; 3-in., 10c. Cocos Wedd., 3-in., 15c. Latania Borb., 4-in., 20c. Areca lutescens. 5-in.. 35c. G. Aschmann, 1012 W. Ontario St., Philadelphia. Large Kentia wanted. 20 to 30 feet high. Park Floral Co., Box 700, Denver, Colo. Palms, Kentias, I.atanias, Phoenix. D. U. Augspurger & Sons Co., Peoria, Hi. Palms. Bobbink cfe Atkins. Rutherford. N. J. PANSIES. Pansies. German strain, $2.50 per 1,000. F. C. Riebe. Webster, Mass. Pansies, strong transplanted stock, $5 per 1.000. Mosbaek Greenhouse Co., Onarga, 111. Pansies. $2 per 1,000. J. C. Schmidt, Bristol, Pa. Pansy plants. $2.50 per 1,000. Jos. H. Cunningham. Delaware. O. PELARGONIUMS. Pelargoniums, Mme, Vlbert, Sandiford's surprise, Linda, Dorothy, Mme. Thlbaut, strong. 2-in., $6 per 100. F. H. DeWitt & Co.. Wooster. Ohio. PEONIES. Peonies all vars., Jacs Smits, Ltd., Naar- den. Holland. Peonies, leading vars., W. & T. Smith Co., Geneva, N. Y. Peonies only by the wholesale. Best 100 varieties. J. F. Rosenfleld. West Point. Neb. Peonies, Lucretla Dewberry. Gilbert H. Wild, Sarcoxie, Mo. Peonies, sixteen acres. Write for prices. Gilbert H. Wild, Sarcoxie, Mo. Peonies. Let us know your wants. Wag- ner Park Conservatories. Sidney, O. Peonies, a superb collection. Jackson & Perkins Co., Newark. N. Y. PETUNIAS. Petunias, Dreer's double, 15 varieties 2%- In., 60c per doz.; $4 per 100; set of 15 75c Henry A. Dreer, Philadelphia. Petunias, dbl,, mixed colors, $3 per 100 R. Vincent. Jr., & Sons, White Marsh, Md. Petunias, dbl.. 2-in., $2 per 100 Byer Bros., Chambersburg, Pa , POmSETTIAS. Poinsettlas, strong, healthy, year-old, fleld- grown plants, $10 per 100. Whittlesey Floral Co., 1017 S. Boyle Ave., Los Angeles, C alif. PRIMULAS. Primulas, Chinese and obconica, 3-in. $4 per 100. D. U. Augspurger & Sons Co., Peoria . 111. Primula obconica. 2i4-in., $2 per 100- 300 for $5. J. C. Schmidt. Bristol. Pa. Primula obconica in fine bloom, 10c each Mosbaek Greenhouse Co.. Ona rga, HI. PRIVET. 60,000 California privet and Ampelopsis veitchli, field-grown. BenJ. Connell. Merch- antville. N. J Privet, golden. 3-year, $10 per 100; 2-in. pots, $5 per 100. Bertermann Bros. Co., In- dianapolis, Ind. California privet. 10 to 15 inches, branched. $10 per 1,000. Larger sizes at low rates E. Y. Teas. Centerville, Ind. RHODODENDRONS. Rhododendrons, hybrids, fine varieties as Evenstianum, Caractacus, etc., nice plants 2-3 feet, 15-30 buds, $25 per 100. C. Kerk- voorde, Wetteren, Belgium. Rhododendrons, 18 ins., 8 to 12 buds, $9 per doz.; 24 ins., 12 to 15 buds, $12. Storrs & Harrison Co.. Painesville, O. Rhododendrons. $6, $9, $12, $15, $18 per doz. Bobbink & Atkins. Rutherford, N. J. Rhododendrons. Jacs Smlts, Ltd., Naar- den, Holland. RESURRECTION PLANTS. Resurrection Plants. — We are strictly head- quarters for the Mexican resurrection plant, and ship all over the world. Dormant plants, guaranteed to "resurrect." $2 per 100, delivered; $10 per 1,000; 5,000 at $8.50; 10,000 at $8; 1,000 weigh about 45 pounds. Also cacti. The Francis E. Lester Com- pany. Dept. L. S.. Mesilla Park, N. M. ROOTED CUTTINGS. Rooted Cuttings, prepaid: Heliotrope, $1 Fuchsias, 8 kinds. $1. Paris daisies, yel- low and white. $1. Cuphea, 75c. Vinca Var., 90c. Coleus, 10 kinds, 60c. Alter- nantheras. 3 kinds. 50c. Ageratums. 3 kinds. 60c. Swalnsona alba. $1. Dbl. petunias. 10 kinds. $1. Feverfew Gem, $1. Flowering begonias, 8 kinds, $1.25. Byer Bros., Cham- bersburg. Pa. Rooted Cuttings: Coleus, 10 varieties, 60c per 100; $5 per 1,000. Salvias, 75c per 100; $6 per 1.000. Double Petunias, $1 per 100; $9 per 1,000. Heliotrope, $1 per 100; $9 per 1.000. Ageratum. 50c per 100; $4 per 1,000. Begonias (Gracilis), $1 per 100; $9 per 1,000. Birmingham Landscape and Nursery Co , P. O. Box 663. Birmingham, Ala. Rooted cuttings: "Verbenas, 70c per 100: $6 per 1,000. Mums. $1.25 per 100; $10 per 1.000. Daisies, white and vellow, $1 per 100: J8 per 1,000. Alyssum, 80o per 100; $7 per 1,000. Feverfew, $1.25 per 100, $10 per 1,000. Mme. Salleroi, $1.25 per 100; $10 per 1.000. C. Humfeld, Clay Center. Kans. ROSES. Roses. White Killarney. R. C, $6.50 per 100; $60 per 1.000; 2%-in.. $8.60 per 100; $75 per 1.000; grafted. $14 per 100; $125 per 1.000. Pink Killarney, R. C, $4 per 100; $35 per 1.000; 2V'-In., $6 per 100; $55 per 1.000: grafted, $12 per 100; $110 per 1,000. My Maryland, R. C. $4 per 100; $35 per 1,000; 2%-in., $6 per 100; $55 per 1,000; grafted, $12 per 100; $110 per 1,000. Rich- mond, R. C $3.50 per 100; $30 per 1.000; 2 14-In., $5.50 per 100; $50 per 1,000. Maids. Brides R. C, $3 per 100; $25 per 1,000: 2%-in., $5 per 100; $45 per 1,000, Am. Beauties, R. C, $4 per 100; $35 per 1.000; 2%-in., $7 per 100; $65 per 1,000. Poehl- mann Bros. Co., Morton Grove, 111. Roses rooted cuttings. Am. Beauty, $4 per 100; $35 per 1.000. Pink Killarney, $2.50 per 100; $20 per 1,000. Richmond. Bride, $1.50 per 100; $12 per 100. Geo. Reinberg. 51 Wabash Ave., Chicago. Roses, grafted and own root, Killarney, Richmond, My Maryland. White Killarney, Kaiserin, Bride and Bridesmaid. W. H. Elliott, Brighton. Mass. If You Do Not Find What Yoa Need in Our Ready ReferNice Department, Write Us About it 252 The American Florist, Feb. 26, Roses, dormant stock. Crimson Rambler, 2-yr., branched, own roots, $2 per doz. ; $15 per 100; 2-vr., budded, $2 per doz.; $16 per 100; 3-yr., budded. $3 per doz.; $18 per 100; 4-yr., $10 per 100. Tausendschon, 2-yr., grafted, $3.60 per doz.; $25 per 100. Lady Gay, 2-yr., $3 per doz.; $20 per 100. White Baby Rambler, 3-ln., 15c each; 4-ln., 25c each; $2.50 per doz.; $20 per 100. Baby Rambler 1st size, budded, 3-yr., $2.50 per doz.; $16 per 100; $150 per 1,000; 2nd size, grafted, 2-yr., $2 per doz.; $12 per 100; SlOO per 1,000; pot-grown, 2%-in., 75c per doz.,; $5 per 100; 3-in., $1.25 per doz.; $S per 100; 4-in., $2 per doz,; $12 per 100. Vau ghan's Seed Store, Chicago and N. Y. AMERICAN BEAUTIES, 2-year-old bench plants, $7 per 100. Strongly rooted Brides, Maids, Golden Gates, select 2 and 3-eye cuttings, $1.60 per 100. GULLETT & SONS, Lincoln. 111. , Roses, dormant field-grown, own roots. Sweetheart, T. Blumschen, La Flamma, Trier, D. Perkins, Lady Gay, Debutante, Hiawatha, 12c each. Tausendschon, Barbier, 20c . Dlngee & Conard Co., West Grove. Pa. Rose, Flower of Fairfleld, 3 to 6 shoots, $11 per 100; $100 per 1,000; 5 or more shoots, $16 per 100, Schultheis Bros., Bad- Nauheim, Germany. Hoses, for forcing, hybrid perpetuals and Ramblers. Jackson & Perkins Co., New- ark, N. Y. Roses, on own roots, budded, bedding. H. Ps., hybrids and teas, W. & T. Smith Co., Geneva, N. Y. Taft rose, 214-in., $15 per 100. J, M. McCullough's Sons Co., 316 Walnut St., Cin- cinnati^^ ^_^ Roses, Bride, Maid, Golden Gate, 3-in., $5 per 100. Geo. M. Emmans. Newton, N. J. Roses, Newport Fairy, 50c each; $20 per 100. Julius Roehrs Co., Rutherford, N. J . Roses, leading varieties. Leedle Floral Co., Springfield, Ohio, Roses. Geo. A. Kuhl, Pekin, 111, Roses. 3-in. Wood Bros., Flshkill, N. Y. SEEDS. Seeds, Aryssum tl:arpet Queen, $5 per oz. ; tr. pkt., 25c. Phlox Dwarf Fireball, oz., $2.60; tr. pkt., 35c; Roseball, oz.. $2; tr. pkt., 30c; Snowball, oz., $3; tr. pkt., 40o; Cicily, oz., $2.50; tr. pkt., 35c; Salvia Fire- ball, oz., $4; tr. pkt.. 50c; King of Scarlets, oz., $10; tr. pkt., 50c; Zurich, oz., $8; tr. pkt.. 50c. O. V. Zangen, Hoboken, N. J. Seeds, Sprengeri, 75c per 1.000 seeds. Petunias dbl. fringed, trade pkt.. $1; single, 50c; California giants, 50c. Salvia Zurich, oz,. $5; Triumph, oz., $5. Moon flower, white. 35c. W. C. Beckert. 103 Federal St.. North Side. Pittsburg, Pa. Seeds, Lobelia Crystal Palace compacta. Salvia, Splendens and Bonfire. Centaurea Gym. Cobea scandens. Mignonette. N. Y. Market. Begonia Vernon. Dracena indivlsa. Primula Chinensis. Schizanthus Wisetonensis Onion Ailsa Craig. Tomato The Don. Weeber & Don. 114 Chambers St.. New York. Seed, fringed petunias, dbl.. 75c per 500 seeds; $1.50 per 1.000; single. 50c per trade pkt.. $1 per 1-16 oz.. $1.50 per V4 oz. Henry A. Dreer. Philadelphia. Onion sets, White Bottom. Yellow Bot- tom. Red Bottom. Winterson's Seed Store. 45 Wabash Ave.. Chicago. Seeds, onion, lettuce, sweet peas, carrot, celery, leek, mustard, parsley, parsnip, rad- ish, salsify. C. C. 'Morse & Co., 48-56 Jaok- son St.. San Francisco. Calif. Seeds, beans, peas, sweet corn, onion, beet, turnip, etc. The Everett B. Clark Seed Co.. Milford, Conn.; East Jordan, Mich.; Sister Bay. Wis. Seeds. Caulifiower and cabbage. Hjalmar Hartman & Co., 31 Barclay St., New York. and 12 Stormgade. Copenhagen. ^^^ Seeds. Phoenix Roebelenl. Sander. T. Mellstrom. Representative. 235 Broadway. New York. Seeds, specialties: Stocks, pansies, cycla- mens, etc. Pape & Bergemann. Quedllnburg, German y. Seed, perennial rye grass, lb.. 6c; 100 lbs.. $5.50. The Avenue Floral Co.. 3442 St. Charles Ave.. New Orleans. La. Seed, pansy. 1.000 seeds. 26c; 1 oz.. $2.25. H. Wrede, Luneburg. Germany. Seeds, sweet peas. Christmas Pink and Denzer. $2 lb. Chas. H. Totty. Madison. N. J. S'eedg. flower. Frederick Roemer, Qued- llnburg. Germany . Seeds, all kinds. Bridgman's Seed Ware- house. 37 E. 19th St.. New York. Seeds, asters. James Vlck's Sons, Roches- ter, N. Y. Onion Sets. D. J. Tamminga. 10318 Mich- igan Ave.. Chicago. Catalpa Speciosa tree seed for sale. A. J. Lockyear. Sta. A6, EVansviUe. Ind. Seeds. Landreth Seed Establishment, Bloomsdale Farms, Bristol, Pa. Seeds, Vlck's Quality. James Viok's Sons, Rochester. N. Y. Seeds of all kinds. W. W. Johnson & Son. Ltd., Boston. England. Seeds, all kinds. J. M. Thorburn & Co., 33 Barclay St.. New York. Vegetable seeds, plants, sold direct. Cata- logue free. Gllck Seed Farms. Lancaster. Pa- Seed. asters. Vlck & Hill. Box 4613. Rochester. N. Y. Seeds, garden, field and flower. S. D. Woodruff & Sons. 82-84 Dey St.. New York. Contract Growers. Seeds, peas, beans. Alfred J. Brown Seed Co.. Grand Rapids. Mich. Seeds, fleld. garden and flower. Rout- zahn Seed Co.. Arroyo Grande. Calif. ■* Seeds, sweet peas, tomatoes, Lima beans, lettuce, asters, cosmos and other flower seeds. John Bodger & Sons, Gardena. Calif. Seeds, beans, cucumber, tomato, radish, pea, muskmelon, squash, watermelon, sweet corn. S. M. Isbell & Co., Jackson. Mich. Seeds, lettuce, onions, sweet peas, aster, cosmos, mignonette, verbena, Waldo Roh- nert. Gllroy. Calif. Seeds, sweet peas. Boundbrook. N. J. Anton Zvolanek. Seeds, growers for the wholesale trade only. Braslan Seed Growers' Co.. San Jose. Calif. California seed contracts. KImberlln Seed Co.. Santa Clara. Calif. Seeds of all kinds. A. T. Boddington. 342 W. 14th St.. New York^ SMILAX. Smllax plants. 2% -In.. $1.60 per 100; $12 per 1.000. Skidelsky & Irwin Co., 1215 Betz Bldg.. Philadelphia. Pa. Smilax. 2y2-in., $3 per 100; $20 per 1,000. Vaughan's Seed Store, Chicago and N. Y. Smllax. 2-ln.. $1.25 per 100. Byer Bros.. Chambersburg. Pa. Stoilax. Wood Bros.. Flshkill. N. Y. SPntEAS. Spirea Japonica, 6-in.. 25c each; $2.50 per doz. Vaughan's Seed Store. Chicago and N. Y. Splreas. J. Smlts. Ltd.. Naarden. Holland. TRITOMAS, Tritoma Pfltzeri. red hot poker plant. Sc. Mosbaek Greenhouse Co.. Onarga. 111. VEGETABLE PLANTS. Vegetable plants. Cabbage. Wakefield and Succession. $1 per 1.000; $8.50 per 10.000. Parsley, 25c per 100; $1.25 per 1.000. Let- tuce. Big Boston, Boston Market, Grand Rapids, $1 per 1,000. R. Vincent. Jr., & Sons Co.. White Marsh. Md. VERBENAS. Verbenas, rooted cuttings, our selection, 750 per 100; $6 per 1000; plants, 2Vi-ln., our selection, $2.50 per 100; $20 per 1000; R. C, purchaser's selection. 90c per 100; $8 per 1000; plants, 214-ln., $3 per 100; $25 per 1000. J. L. Dillon, Bloomsburg, Pa. Verbenas, B. C, 70c per 100; $6 per 1,000. S. D. Brant, Clay Center, Kans. Lemon Verbena, 2-ln.. $2 per 100, R- Vlncent. Jr., & Sons Co., White Marsh, Md. VINCAS. Vlnca minor, the hardy vlnca for ceme- tery planting and under trees, where grass will not grow; well rooted layers, $1.60 per 100; $10 per 1,000. B. Y. Teas, CentervlUe, Ind. Vinca variegated, 2%-in., 2%c. Greenhouse Co., Onarga. 111. Mosbaek Vlnca vai., 2-ln., $2 per 100, Cunningham. Delaware, O. Jos. H. Vlnca Variegated, fleld. $4 per C. Rlebe. Webster. Mass. 100. P. VIOLETS. VIOLET&. Baronne A. do Rothschild Is making good everywhere, as the most free and most fragrant single In cultivation. Size and stem eaual to Princess, color a shade darker. Rooted runners or divisions, ready In April. Book your order now. at $6 per 100: $60 per 1.000. F. W. Fletcher Co.. Auburndale. Mass. Violets. Princess of Wales. 6 per 100. F. C. Klebe. Webster. Mass. WHOLESALE CUT FLOWERS. Commission Dealers. Allen. J. K.. 106 W. 28th St.. New York. Amllng. E. C. 32-36 Randolph St.. Chi cago. Bernlng. H. G.. 1402 Pine St.. St. Loula. " Deamud, J. B. Co., 61 Wabash Ave., Chi- cago. Denver Wholesale Florist Co., 1433-36 Cali- fornia St.. Denver. Colo. Flower Growers' Market, 60 Wabash Ave., Chicago. Ford Bros., 48 W. 28th St.. Naw York. ~ Froment. Horace E.. 67 W. 28th St.. N. Y . Guttman. Alex J.. 34 W. 28th St.. N. Y. Holton & Hunkel Co.. 462 Milwaukee St, Milwaukee. Wis . Hunt. E. H.. 76 Wabash Ave.. Chicago. Kennlcott Bros. Co.. 48-60 Wabash. Chicago! Kessler Bros.. 60 W. 28th St.. New Yo rk. Keuhn. C. A.. 1122 Pine St.. St. Louis, Mo! Kruchten. John. 61 Wabash Ave.. Chicago. Kyle & Foerster. 61 Wabash Ave.. Chicago. Langjahr. Alfred H.. 66 W. 28th St.. N. Y. McCallum Co.. 937 Liberty Ave.. Pittsburg! McCullough's Sons Co.. J. M., 316 Walnut St.. Cincinnati. O. McKellar. Chas. W.. 61 Wabash. Chicago. ~ McKlssick, W. E. & Bros., 1619-21 Ranstead St., Philadelphia. Moore, Hentz & Nash. 65-57 W. 28th St!! New York. Michigan Cut Flower Exchange, 30-40 Broadway, Detroit, Mich. Mlllang. Aug.. 41 W. 28th St.. New York. Mlllang. Chas.. 444 6th Ave., cor. 27th St., New York. Murdoch & Co.. J. B.. 714 Penn Ave., Pltts- burg. Pa. Murphy. William. 311 Main St.. Cincinnati. NIessen Co.. Leo. 1208 Arch St., Phlla. N. Y. Cut Flower Ex.. Coogan Bldg., 6th Ave, and W. 26th St.. New York. Pittsburg Cut Flower Co., 222 Oliver Ave.. Pittsburg. Pittsburg Florists' Exchange, 217-233 Dia- mond St.. Pittsburg, Pa. Pollworth, C. C. Co., Milwaukee. Wis. Randall. A, L. Co.. 19 Randolph St., Chl- ca go. Rice Bros., 128 n! 6th St!! Minneapolis, Minn. Raynor, John I.. 49th and W. 28th St., New York. Sheridan. Walter F.. 39 W. 28th St.. N. Y. Sllnn. B. S.. 65-57 W. 26th St.. New York. Smith & Co.. W. C, 1316 Pine St., St. Louis. Traendly & Schenck, 44 W. 28th St., N. Y. Vaughan & Sperry, 62-54 Wabash. Chicago- Welch Bros.. 226 Devonshire St.. Boston. CVlnterson. E. P. Co.. 45-49 Wabash. Chicago. Young. C. & Sons. 1406 Olive St.. St. Louis. foung & Nugent. 42 W. 28th St.. New York. Zech & Mann.. 61 Wabash Ave.. Chicago. Growers. Bassett & Washburn, 76-78 Wabash Ave.. Chicago. Bruns, H. N.. 1049-11 W. Madison. Chicago. Budlong. J. A., 37-39 Randolph St,. Chl- cago. Dayton Floral Co., Dayton, O. Elliott. W. H., Brighton, Mass. Hill, The E. G. Co., Richmond, Ind. Krueger Bros.. Toledo, O. Poehlmann Bros.. 35-37 Randolph. Chicago. Relnberg, Geo., 51 Wabash Ave., Chicago. Reinberg. Peter, 35 Randolph St.. Chicago. Welland & Ollnger, 128 B. 3d St.. Clncln- nati. O. Weiland & Rlsch. 59 Wabash Ave., Chicago. Wletor Bros., 61 Wabash Ave., Chicago. Wittbold, Geo. Co., 1667 Buckingham PI.. Chicago. MISCELLANEOUS. Special Printing for Florists. Best work. lowest prices. Samples for stamp. O. A. Fink, Pottstown. Pa. Gold letters. $3.50 per 1.000. Peter Coughlln, Inc.. 332 N. 3rd St.. Philadelphia . The FlorlSi. Friend nicotine Insecticide. Florist Friend Co.. Owensboro. Ky. If YoQ Do Not Fini: What You Need in Our R^y Reference Department, Write Us About It igio. The American Florist. 253 I Tobacco Paper IS THE STRONGEST BEST PACKED EASIEST APPLIED 24 sheets $ 0.75 144 sheets 3.50 288 sheets 6.50 1728 sheets 36.10 JNICO'rliniC °"::::::" Furnishes the cheapest __ J -.,. J. - ^. __ . JUST NOTE PRICES Most Nicotine for the Money! pi^t $ 150 Vz Gaiion h.hQ Gallon 10.50 Manufactured by THE KENTUCKY TOBACCO PRODUCT CO., Louisville Ky. 5 Gallons 47.25 EMERALD GREEN Carnation Fluid For St. Patrick's Day Green Car- nations Use Ajax Flower Dye The only Dye on the market that will color a beautiful Emerald Green and still allow the flower to retain its natural appearance. Money refunded if not satisfactory. Complete instruc- tions free. Per quart, by express, $1.00 WINTERSON'S SEED STORE 45.47-49 Wabash Avenue CHICAGO, ILL. THE BEST Bug Killer and Bloom Saver For PROOr Write te P. R. PALETHORPE COMPANY, Owensboro, K; Meyer green silkallne, $1.25 per lb., 8 spools to lb. Meyer violet thread for violets. 51.25 per doz. spools of 500 yards each. John C. Meyer Co., 1449 Middlesex St., Lowell, Mass. Rocking grate bar, saves 10 to 25 per cent coal. u. S. Rocking Grate Bar Co., 77 Jackson Blvd.. Chicago. Evergreen Brand Flower Fertilizer, f2 per can of 12 lbs. D. D. Johnson Co., 64 Wabash Ave., Chicago. Plllsbury's Carnation Staple. 50c per 1.000 postpaid. I. L. Pillsbury, Galesburg, 111. The Mastin Automatic Whitewash and spraying machine. J. G. Mastin & Co., 3124 W. Lake St.. Chicago. Superior Carnation staple. 60c per 1.000. nS)!''-HS- ^- J- Waite. 2 93 Main St., Spring- ueiu,- Mass. The "Meyer Green Silkaline" is the only Green Thread that should be used bj- florists and growers. It is guaranteed full weight and full measure. Also Violet Ttiread for tying up Vio- lets. Price of both, $1.25 per lb. express or freight paid in good sized orders. JOHN C. MEYER & CO., i449 Middlesex St.. LoweH, Mass. Evergreen Brand Flower Fertilizer. I A Pure Plant Food immediately available. It permanently enriches the soil. It prevents the onslaught of plant diseases or insect pests. Can be used at anv time during the growing season, dry or in solution. Put up in 12 pound cans. Price, $2.00 eacti. ■ For,; Sale by Leading Jobbers Further information can^be obtained from I D. D. JOHNSON GO. Manufacturers, f 64-66 Wabash Ave., CHICAGO. The Mastin Automatic Whitewasii and Spraying Machine Is Reliable, Practical and Durable The tank is made of Ralvanizod shet't stetl. and in brass. The pump isof brass throughout, simple and powerful. The mixiog- device keeps the contents of the tank well stirred up from start to finish. When the machine is filled to within six inciies of the top. a few strokes of the pujip Will compress enough air in the tank to produce a continuous mistliku spray for 15 minutes. All parts are made to gauge and may be had for repairs. Ask your dealer about our Extension Hose, Extension Rods, and the Mastin Whitewash Nozzle for Bordraux mixture. Sold through Seedsmen, Dealers in FJorists' and Poultry Supplies. J. G. MASTIN 6 CO , 3124 West Lake St., CHICAGO, ILL. Iron reservoir vases and lawn settees. McDonald Bros., Columbua. Q. Pulverized Sheep Manure, Sheep's Head Brand, Natural Guano Co., Aurora, III. POTS, PANS, ETC. Pots, before buying write for prices. Geo. Keller & Sons, 2614-22 Herndon St., Chi- cago^ "NUFF SED.'* Best red pots are made by Geo. E. Feustel, Falrport. Iowa. The Red Pot. C. C. Pollworth Co. All roads connect with Milwaukee. Pots, red standard. Paducah. Ky. Paducah Pottery Co., Pots, florist red. Co., Painesville. O. Peters & Reed Pottery Neponset waterproof paper flower pots. Vaughan's Seed Store. Chicago & New York. Pots. Syracuse red. Co., Syracuse, N. Y. Syracuse Pottery Pots. Standard, all sizes. A. F. Kohr, 2934-38 N. Leavitt St., Chicago. Paper flower pots, 500,000. Chicago House Wrecking Co.. 3 5th and Iron Sts., Chicago. STAKES. Cane Stakes. Standard grade 6 to 8 feet, per 100. 85c; 500 for $3; $5,50 for 1,000. Pipe stems about 6 feet, per 100, 60c: per 1.000, ;5. Vaughan's Seed Store, Chicago. WIRE DESIGNS. Headquarters for wire work. Send for list. P. -W. Bali, 31 E. 3rd St., Cincin- nati, O. ^ 264 The American Florist, Feb. 26, WILKS' Hof Wafer Boilers ARE THE MOST ECONOMICAL Boiler for Greenhouses N« Nltfkt Flremaii Keqairad witkoar SELF-FEEDING HOT WATER BOILERS. Send for Catalog and Prices. S. WILKS MFG. CO., U03 Shields Ave. CHICAGO. MSarman's AntipesP INSECTICIDE AND FUNGICIDE For the Garden, Orchard and Greenhonse Non-poisoDous and harmless to vegetation, Kills Green Fly, Aphides, Bark Lice. Thrips Mealy Bug, Red Spider, Scale, Wire Worms, Ants and Slugs. This is the grower's Friend. Handy to use, cheap and effective, mixes readily in water. Destroys all insect pests and keeps down filth. Circulars on applica- cation, $1.50 per gallon. Also in quarts, half gallons and in bulk. PERFECTION CHEMICAL CO., FLUSHING, N. Y. Steel ReturnTubularBoilers The Most Economical Type of Boiler for Greenhouse Heating. Highly recommended by weU-kru)wn florists. WHIISTOH HEATIIifi Ca, "gEWolk: >"*^*»»^»**»^»-**»-*»^»^^»* Holds Glass Firmly See the Point lO" PEERLESS Olazlng: Points are the beat. No rights or lefts. Box of 1.000 poiQti 75 eta. poatpaid, ITENBT A. DREER, 714 Cbestnot St., Phtla., Pa. SIEBERrs ZINC Never Rust GLAZING POINTS Are positively the best. Last forever. Over 30.000 pounds now in use. A sure preventative of glass slipping. Effective on large or small glass. Easy to drive. Easy to extract. Two sizes H and H. 40c per lb , by mail 16c extra: 7 lbs. for $2.50 15 lbs. for $5.00. by ex press. For sale by the trade. RANDOLPH 8 McCLEMENTS, Successors to Chas. T. Slebert, Baum 6 Beatty Sts.. Pittsb urg. Yonkers, N. Y. A very interesting meeting- of the Horticultural Society was held in Guinzberg's hall Wednesday evening. February 16, at which several new members were admitted. All the offi- cers were present, with President Ben- nett in the chair. As there was a prize offered at our last meeting by Peter Macdonald for the best collec- tion of one dozen carnations of any variety, a very fine lot of carnations were shown. The judges appointed by the president were M. Nichol, A. Mac- donald and W. Wright, who awarded the prizes as follows: W. H. Waite. first; J. Goff, second; R. Cummings, R. Cochrane and H. Scott, honorable mention. After the business of the meeting was over President Bennett read a very able paper on "American Beauty Roses," after which he invited a gen- eral discussion, which was taken pan in by several members, among them The Superior Standard RETURN FLUE FIRE BOX BOILER contains more heating surtace, and less water space tlian any otiier steel boiler. ^ of tile heating surface is in the tubes. Ask the m that knows the one using differe n t style boilers —names are yours for the asking. After using our boiler one season, you wiU say like all others: Nothing but "Superior" for me. This boiler has given better satisfaction than any other boiler on the market MADE IN NINE (9) SIZES FOR HOT WATER. Send for catalogue and list of growers that are using this boiler. THE SUPERIOR MACHINE & BOILER WORKS, 840 -850 Superior St., Chicago. SEE HOW WELL THEY LIKE ME ISO New Establishments with 2,158,000 Square feet of gUss have installed this boiler in 1906. Ask for list of nscrs and get acquainted with the men who know. Catalogue and prices on application. KROESCHELL BROS. CO., 452 W. Erie St. CHICAGO. Detroit Return Traps in tiie Sieejn-Healed Greenhouse BrniR THAN A REBATE IN THECOAL BILL . AffERIG\N BLOWERCO.("*^*»»)Detroit.MICH. ^Ix© GrtreLtG> I3oo:» It! Saves 10 to 25% of the coal your boiler is using. Positive guarantee given Send for circular "N" and our famous Lecture on Combustion. U. S. ROCKING GRATE BAR CO., 77 Jacl(son Boulevard, CHICAGO. being Messrs. Waite, Nicliol, Mooney and Lahm. The next meeting will be held March 2, when it is expected there will be a very fine show of roses, as President Bennett has offered a prize for the best collection of one dozen of any variety. Secretary Waite will read a paper on "Gardeners and the Gardening Profession" at the next meeting. L. W. igio. The American Florist. 255 A fintter With a Reputation "^K^Jkf Aik the mao who has tried them. For further particulars, write to GEO. IH. GARLAND CO., DBS PLAINES. OL. KEEP A ■ Holly Standard Circulator busy and watch results. SUB-TARGET GUN COMPANY Steam Eogineering Department. 3 10 High Street BOSTON. MASS. Crimped Invisible Superior Carnation Staple (patent applied for.) For repairintr split carnations. 1000 for 50 cents Postpaid. L. J. WAITE, 293 Main St., Springfield, Mas*. Montreal. FLOWEBS PLENTIFDI.. The supply of cut flowers is fairly plentiful. Dutch bulbs are in with a great variety and often help the re- tailer over a temporary shortage of roses and carnations which, owing to their continuous high price, have to be handled with care and caution. The prices charged by the leading re- tailers are continually going up, espe- cially in the made up work, but, on the other hand, the cost of selling and delivering is also going up. Rents have taken another jump and a num- ber of stores are quite unsettled about- their present quarters. The grower, no doubt, would like to share in the present prosperity. The quality of his produce is always going up, but the price has not moved for a long time. Violets are plentiful just now; local growers have at last found out how to grow good ones. There is more space given to them this year than ever before. The old complaint that there is no profit in the handling of Dutch bulbs does not seem to hold good this year; there is more on the market than last year, and the prices charged seem to indicate a profit. NOTES. Hall & Robinson's carnations are the best seen this year, remarkably healthy with long stiff stems and large flowers; their roses were held back for some time to crop them for Easier. After this some will have to make room for bedding stock; one of their older houses was renovated last week, the wooden benches cleared out, up- to-date cement benches erected and the heating pipes rearranged — quite an undertaking in mid-winter. A visit to J. Bennett's at Dachine proved quite a treat. His roses are in first-class shape and a large house of violets was a sight to behold, with thousands of flowers in sight. The Are You Going to Bufld? Then send for our esti- mate before you buy. Get our catalogs. Our prices are reasonable and material the best that can be made. •J? HI ]i OE R ^1 O D E R N 1 A TEKIAL For. GRHEMHOU5ZS JOHM C MOrsmCER Co 302BLACKHAWKST. CHICAqO Attentionll Glass BuyerslI GREENHOUSE GLASS. Yon will save money if you obtain our prices beiore yon buy. Quality A. No. 1. Prompt shipmenits. Hooker's Greenhouse White Paint The most durable white paint for this purpose. Half barrels, (26 gallons), per gal. $1.35. 5 gal. pails, per gal. $1.40 H. M. HOOKER COMPANY, Long Distance Phone Monroe 4994. WHOLESALE GLASS AND PAINTS, 651-659 Washington Boulevard, CHICAGO. Among Florists itis"THE MOREHEAD" ■WHY?i DECAUSE it is giving them service they thought could not be bought ^ for money. With an installation of a Morehead Return steam Trap there begins a better growth of flowers, a more even temperature in your greenhouses, a decided decrease in your fuel bill and an infinite period of satisfaction. Let us put your name on our list of "satisfied users." Our ''Trap Book" sent on request. MOREHEAD M'F'G. CO., Dept. N, Detroit, Mich. Easter stock is in good condition, the lilies quite forward and some had to be taken to the cooler houses. The general cleanliness of the place was very noticeable. Mr. Bennett now sells at wholesale only. The Gardeners' and Florists' Club decided to hold a chrysanthemum show next November and the members took it up with a good spirit and promised to grow and do all they can to make it a success; the prize money is practically guaranteed. LUCK. 256 The American Florist. Feb. 26, \ * J Model Extension Carnation Support Made with two 01 three circles. En- dorsed by all the Leading Carnation Growers as the best support on market. Pit. July 27, '97, May 17.'9e GALVANIZED WIRE ROSE STAKES. Write for prices befor« ordering elsewhere. Prompt thipment guaranteed IGOE BROS., 266 North 9th St., BROOKLYN. N.T. B. BAYERSDORFER & CO, ,,^1 Florists' ^ Supplies. IIW Ardt Street, PHILADELPHIA. FA Send forsur new catalogue. Wired Toothpicks 10 000. $1.75: SO.OOO, $7 50. Manufactured by WJ.COWEE, BERLIN, N.Y. Sample free. For sale by dealers. EAGLE WIRE WORKS Manufacturers of Wire Floral Designs and Specialties. Catalogue Free. 3238 Ontario Si., CLEVELAND, O. Lack the door betore tlie liorse is stolen, ud insure your glass before it is broken. PorparticolancoDcerning Hall iDBurance, addreaa JOHN G. ESLER, Secretary REED & KELLER, 122 W. 25th St., NEW YORK. FLORIST'S SUPPLIES. We Manufacture all Our Metal Designs, Baskets, Wire Work, and Novelties, and are dealers in Glass- ware, Pottery, Decorative Greens and all Florists' Requisites. A. HERRMANN, Cape Flowers, all colors, CSrcaa Leaves, Metal Designs ana all Florist Supplies. — Send For Prices — 404-412 East 34th St., NEW YORK. Wilson's Corsage=Bouquet — HOLDER^^ Award of "Highly Commended" at the S. A. F. Trade Exhibition at Cincinnati. Holds Corsage-Bouquet securely and gracefully. Prevents damage to apparel. Adjustable to any diameter of bouquet stem. Adaptable to anything fromViolets to Roses IJoes away with Corsage Pins. A handsomely silver plated article and ornamental in itself, Samples to trade, 25ceach, by mail j)Ostage paid. By the dozen, $3.00, postage paid. Correspondence solicited. Address Fulton St. and | Green Ave. Robert G. Wilson, Brooldyn, N. Y. Mention the American Florist when writing THE ART OF Floral... Arrangement. The first special newspaper in the world for floral arrangement. 400 Partially Colored Illustrations Aniually. Specimen number free. Subscription, $2.90 yearly. BINDEKUNST-VERLAG, J. Olbertz, ERFURT, GERMANY. Now is the Time To Subscribe to the Horticultural Trade Journal Published weekly. The Largest Briehtest and Best British Trade Publication. Also THE INTERNATIONAL EDITION Published quarterly. Annual sub- scriplion for weekly and quarterly numbers. One Dollar. (Interna- tional money order). Subscribe today and keep in touch with European markets and topics. The Horticultural Printing Company, BURNLEY. ENGLAND. The Regan Printing House LARGE RUMS Oti CATALOGUES OT7X*. ^Z>SIC3X.A.Xj1''Z' WRITI FOR FIGVRKS. 91 Plymouth Piace, CHICAGO Plant Bed Cloth For Florists. Gardeners, Truck Farmers. etc. Protects from frost. Best shade in summer. Sold by leading seedsmen. Waterproof Sheeting, Hay Caps, Etc. HENRY DERBY, 123 F Chambers St., New York. Mention the American Florist when writing Gorham ^ Chapline Printcry i-. ^^^d'Sf HALFTONES, ENGRAVINGS and PRINTING FOR FLORISTS. 358 Dearborn Street, CHICAGO. tV Hal steed ttie test of over a Qaartar of a Century. THOMSON'S Vine, Plant and Ve«etabl« MANURE UNKIVALLED FOR Vines. Tomatoes, Cucumbers all Flowering, Foliage and Fruit tearing Plants, Vagetablaa, Lawns, etc. The result of many ysars practical experienss. rXRfXCT PLANT FOODS Sold by Leading Amsrlcao 3ocdsmss. Thomson's Special ClUTsanthemiun and Topdresslng Manure. Frsight paid on quantitiss. Writs for esr special offer to the American trade, pamphlsts, arsats' circalars, etc.. to SOle maken, WM. THOMSON 6 SONS, Ltd., Tweed Vineyard, Clovenfordi, ScotUad are easy to kill with The Fumigating Kind Tobacco Powder $3.00 per bag 100 lbs. Satisfaction gnaranteed or money bacji why try cheap aui^Btitutes that makers ao not dare to guarantee ? THE H. A. STOOTHOFF CO.. MOUNT VERNON NEW YORK.. CUT f LOWER BOXES EDWARDS FOLDING BOX CO MANUFACTURERS PHILADELPHIA, PA. Florists' Refrigerators Write us for cataloff and prices, stnting size you require, and for what kind of cut flowers vou wisli to use the refrigerator: also state whether you wish it for display or only for storage. McCray Refrigerator Co 960 MIU Street, KENDALLVILLE, DTO igio. The American Florist. 257 I^OR (( 95 HEWS STANDARD POTS POT MAKERS FOR 140 YEARS WORLDS LARGEST MANUFACTURERS Pearson Street, LONG ISLAND CITY, N.Y. WRITE FOR CATALOG AND DISCOUNTS. A. H. HEWS & CO. Established CAMBRIDGE, 176S. MASS. 452-460 No Branch St., CHICAGO XLL. All The Clay FOR OUR Florists' Red Pots Is prepared by passing thooueh a screen 1600 meshes to the square inch. If in a hurry for pots order from us. We ship over five lines of railroad by river or interurban. Write for catalogue showing all the articles we make for florists' use. THE PETERS & REED POTTERY CO. Z ANESVII.I.E, OHIO . Standard Flower Pots! Packed in small crates, easr to haodle Price per crate 1501 2-in., in crate, $4.88 1500 2Vt " 5,25 1500 2H •• 6.00 1000 3 •■ 5.00 80O iv^ ■• 5.80 500 4 ■• 4.50 455 4H ■■ 5.24 3.0 5 ■ 451 210 5H ■■ 3 78 Price per crate 144 6-in., in crate, $3.16 120 7 ■• 4.20 60 8 " 3.00 HAND MADE 48 9in., in craie, $3 60 48 10 " 4.i>0 24 11 " 3.60 24 12 " 4.80 12 14 " 4.80 6 16 ■• 4.S0 Seed pans, same price as pots. Send for price list of cylinders for Cut Flowers, Hangring Baskets, Lawn Vales, etc. Ten per cent off lor casti with order. Address HILFINGER BROS. POTTERY: Fort Edward. N.Y. or August Rolker & Sons. New York Agents 31 Barclay Street. New York City. Morrlstown, H. J. The second regular monthly meeting of the year of the Morris County Gard- eners' and Florists' Society was held February 9; 32 members were present at roll call. The night was stormy or there would have been many more. Past President Percy Herbert came down from Newburgh, N. T., to see us, and as Percy is a personal friend of every member of the club, you may guess how glad we were to see him. Harold B. Vyse, by request, had an es- say on "Poinsettia Growing in Pots." His paper was enjoyed very much, and if we can grow them in 5 and 6-inch pots to have bracts 16 to 19 inches in diameter, as we have seen him do, we will be well repaid for going out in the storm. He received a hearty vote of thanks for his effort. J. A. Peterson, of Cincinnati, O., had on exhibition a specimen of his Be- gonia Glory of Cincinnati. It looks as if it ought to net him a little fortune. Everybody admired it. It certainly is a fine thing. It was awarded a certifi- cate of merit. Chas. H. Totty had a collection of sweet peas, from 17 to 20-inch stems. Gov. Fort was awarded a certificate of merit. The preliminary schedule for the fall flower show to be held here, November 2 to 4, is nearly ready for mailing. It carries over ♦2,000 in its classes, and as this is only preliminary— a guide to growers — it is not complete. Our regular issue in July, we expect, will carry an extra thousand dollars. These funds are pledged in full, so all the committee has to do is to get up a show worthy Use onr patent iroB Bencli Fittine:s and Roof Supports. IMPROVtOj 'H' JENNINGS IRON GUTTER. IMPROVED VAPORIZING PANS For Tobacco Ixtractt, etc Send (or Circulars. DILX.ER,_ CASKEY & KEEN, PHII..ADEU>HIA S. W. Comer Stxth and Berk Streets VENTILATIII6 APPARATUS. Neponset Waterproof Paper Flower Pot WON'T BREAK. COSTS LITTLE. Vaughan's Seed Store, NEW YORK: 25 Barclay St. 84-86 Randolpii St., CHICAGO. Standard Flower Pots PoroiltT ud Strength Unsorpaised, Writa for pricM, A. F. KOHR 2934-36-38 Uavltt St.. CHICAGO Those Red Pots "STANDARDS" Full ^ize and wide bottoms. BULB PANS and AZALEA POTS DETROIT FLOWER POT MT'Y HARRY BALSLEY, Detrott. Mich. Rep- 490 Howard St. GEO. KELLER & SON, Mannfactureri of Red Pots Before buTint: write for prices. 2614-2622 Herndon St.. CHICAGO. SYRACUSE / RED POTS/ Prompt shipments guar anteed. We have a large stock of well made and well burned pots on hand (or the trade of 1910. Our terms are as food as the bast. Our catalogue on appi ic SYRACUSE POTTERYCO. SYRACUSE, N. Y. of the name, and it now looks as if that was pledged too. Every society which has been approached promises to help us substantially, and so have individual growers, large and small. There will be glory enough for every- body. We want a banner show and will offer every inducement we can, and we will try to give full credit where due. President Elmer D. Smith, of the C. S. A., in a letter announced at the January meeting that the C. S A would hold its next show here in con- junction with us. and many special prizes will be donated by it. It was a great boost to us and we appreciate the action of the executive commit- tee very much. There is a lot more work to do yet, but we have workers here that have never flagged yet March 9 next will be carnation night. For several years this has been one of Kramer's Pot Bangers For sale by Wholesale Seedsmen, Florists and Supply Dealers. Price. $1,00 per dozen by express. m pie dozen by mail. $1.25. I. N. KRAMER & SON, Cedar Rapids, Iowa our great nights. Let us hope that the carnation men will come up this year as of old. There are many fine things in the market this year, and we ought to have some of them here to look at. There will be an informal discussion of the carnation, to be led by a veteran grower. Four new members were elected, John Whalen, Patrick J Smith and Geo. Fisher, all of Morrlstown, and Edward McElhaney, of New Brunswick. N. J. Preliminary sched- ule can be had by addressing E Reagan. E. E. PORTLAND, ME.— S. J. Harmon Co. has been incorporated, with capital stock $10,000, to deal in flowers, plants seeds, etc. E. J. Harmon, M. J. Hayes and H. Hayes are incorporators. 258 The American Florist, Feb. 26, Hitchings & Company's li IRON RAFTER HOUSE |l A construction about which there is absolutely no doubt of its endurance and lightness. No reason for wondering whether it is worth the money. It has stood staunch and true for years with never a blow-down— never a cave in. It's a record worth considering. If you are thinking of building, write us. Hitchings 8l Company New York, 1 1 70 Broadway. Elizabeth, N. J. THE STANDARD VENTILATING MACHINERY The oriBlDal machine with self-oilinB cups. The most powerful, least complicated, very compact, witt ease of operation. The New Duplex Butter Proof gutter on the market. The Standard Return Sleam Trap It has no equals (or simplicity or its worlcini. Catalogue free. E. HIPPARD, Youngstown. Ohio. ulntio n the American Florist when writing Nashville. vinlpts the natural valentine flowers, ^ ^ruvi vprv great success, the irame there is a fine d'="^^"''- ^ '^'"',^eaUhy S7a.e""fn/Tie,-^?erfe So^lU anri nrices are good on them. All K^nds^ "froses \nd carnations o -°n^d "^"^ ^o^f 'te^ lluir a^nd Soman hyacLths are also well rep,-e^ sented in the demand. Quite a run was made on red .e-nat.o'js, Iha color seeming to suit f. Valentine s «Pfl/£S: CorBonsTONSFAwriELD Srs. 24'Tren\ont St. ' BOSTON OSES THE GALVIN TAG. and a very fine design at a moderate price will result. Another beautiful harp we saw re- cently was treated similarly on the strings but the frame was made of white carnation. On this loose clus- ters and garlands of American Beauty roses were tied at suitable places. The base was composed of brightly colored foliage, small pots of Pandanus Veitchi and dracsena being cut off and ar- ranged at prominent points with Eas- ter lilies standing higher up. An im- portant point to keep in mind in the harp designs is that the knots or bunches of flowers should be suffi- ciently lai-ge, on the large sized harps. criminating, would scan carefully every detail of his appointments that all might be of proper fitness. Yet to many "a tag is a tag," and any tag will do. They never seem to think that their customer sees the tag be- fore he sees the goods and many oth- ers, who never see the flowers, see the tag in its passage from his store. On all it leaves its impression. The con- cern of every florist should be as to the kind of impression left, for a man's reputation is a valuable asset. There can be no doubt as to the impression such a tag as illustrated has created and the part it is playing in extending Galvin prestige. Supplement to The American Florist, No. II3S, March 5, 1910. HARP OF ROSES, CALLAS AND CARNATIONS WITH CYCAS LEAVES. igio. The American Florist. 261 The Grower and the Retailer CAX HELP EACH OTHER. One of the greatest business men of our times has said "Any fool can get prices down, but it takes a clever man to gret them up," and there is a whole power of wisdom in that statement. You cannot serve the lady and the lady's maid with the same article at the same price, because it will be too common for the one and too expensive for the other. A flower is either choice or common; it can- not be both. There would be no changre in fashions if it were not sim- ply that the classes were trying to dress differently, and look distinct from the masses. Reformers and preachers alike tell us that it is sim- ply impossible to mix class with class. Now if good carnation blooms are hawked in the streets of our large cities at two a penny, who benefits? Not the grower, because his product is sold cheaply. In the end the com- misson salesman does not. because a good class flower is being degraded and his good class customers will not care to stock them, besides less money passes through his hands, says a cor- respondent of the English Horticul- tural Trade Journal. Now the re- tail florist surely cannot benefit, be- cause some of his customers are being served through another channel, and his high-class customers will be dis- gusted, and require something differ- ent, and it does not always follow that it will be flowers. If carnations are their favorite choice. No, I would rather say that the retail florist is in- jured, because perchance he bought from the salesmen early in the mar- ket when carnations were at the same price as that at which the gutter hawker is able to retail his flowers. Hence he must sell at a loss, or spoil prices, or maintain prices and appear ridiculously dear in the eyes of his customers, who, in future, will hold him with suspicion. So, who benefits? The middle class buyer has a change in flowers which he buys for the same amount of money so to a degree he benefits. But it is the hawker, the enemy of the florist and all good nurserymen, who benefits, and he is thus made more powerful and a still greater menace to the industrious citizen who has to pay his rates and taxes coupled with a heavy rent. The digest of the whole thing is simply this, that no one of any importance is satisfied. Now if this is twentieth century busi- ness some of us had better retire on our pensions. It certainly cannot be in keeping with modern times and and methods practised in other walks of life. If the supply exceeds the demand at any one short period, would it not be a thousand times better for the nurseryman and florist, whose inter- est are so closely allied, if there was a reasonable minimum price fixed un- der which the commission salesmen were instructed not to sell, and all carnation blooms remaining unsold returned to the grower, if simplv for the purpose of checking. Such an arrangement would guard all those whose interest were best served, be- cause in time of glut the best stock would sell at a minimum price to the best buyers who could speculate with- out fear. This in itself would mean that the wholesale grower in reality would receive the same returns even if fewer blooms were sold, and would preserve the dignity of his flower, which is a mutual gain. Now, out of common fairness to the eommisson salesman, it is up to all growers of carnations to handle their flowers as carefully as possible, not growing too many small lots, and so having to allow some flowers to re- main on the plants or in the bloom shed until there are 25, or more as the case may be, to make up an even count. The blooms must be cut whilst they are young and in a fresh condition, remain in water for a time in a proper dark bloom shed, and be well packed if the salesman is to be able to build up a good connection at fair prices. It is also the grower's duty to take instructions from him as to best varieties to grow, and their ship- ping qualities; remember that it is much better to grow three varieties well, having a regular supply of bloom, than to grow six varieties bad- ly, with an irregular supply. Now, if you. Mr. Editor, will be long-suft'ering with me, I am going to have a shot at the retail florist, the man who expects to make as much profit at Christmas and Easter as he does for the rest of the year com- bined. He is not content with a small percentage of advance like the grow- er, but demands a 300 per cent profit on his sales. At these two holidays, just because he thinks the customer must have the goods, he tells him flowers are very expensive and that there is a great demand, un- til everyone is so frightened at the prices of flowers and plant at Christ- mas and Easter that the trade is not on the increase but remains where it was some five years ago, and people who would buy our produce pationize the confectioner, jewelry or other shopkeepers who are too smart to try and extort abnormal prices simply be- cause there is an increased demand. I hope I am understood; I do not ob- ject to a fair and proper advance in price, but when it comes to narrow- ing down the scope of our trade by the florist trying to make as much profit in two weeks as he does in the other 50. I think the whole trade must suffer, and instead of broaden- ing our basis, we are doing the re- verse, and turning money down other channels. We must all remember that our in- terests are so closely allied that we have to advance as a whole, guarding each other's interest. MOLINE, ILL. — Julius Staack & Sons have two large new boilers on the ground ready to be installed to heat their new greenhouse plant. Southampton, N. T. — The Horticul- tural Society will hold its next annual exhibition July 20-21, and the flower show committee has in preparation the most attractive premium list ever is- sued by the society. Entries at these flower shows are open alike to com- mercial and amateur growers. Intend- ing exhibitors should address A. W. Mcintosh, Box 431. Dracena Termlnalls. AM INDISPENSABLE PLANT. Although according to botanical usage the fine plant named above belongs to cordyline, it is so universal- ly known as DracEena terminalis that it is less confusing to the ordinary grower or plantsman to keep it under this name. It is one of the finest foliage plants in existence, easily grown, clean and a popular seller in all the principal markets. D. ter- minalis is usually raised from seed where a quantity is needed, but may just as easily be propagated by cutting up the stems or by notching them and laying them entire in flats or beds of moss. If there are old plants that have become lanky and naked below the top may be cut off and rooted In a bottle of water or on a propagating bench, the stems being then cut up in lengths of about two inches and stood on end in sand kept always moist over a brisk bottom heat when every one will strike. Some growers moss the tops on the plant and root them this way. It is an excellent plan for the top, but very often when this is done the lower part of the stem gets so hardened that the eyes do not break freely and many of them decay in the bench. If the top is taken oft, the stem will shoot out if left in the pot and these side shoots may be taken off later and rooted. Still, the best way of all is to raise plants from seed annu- ally and always have plenty of them coming along in various sizes. Seed sown in March in a temperature of 70° or thereabout will produce nice plants that can be planted out on a bench, or, in the warmer parts of the country, outside, and will rapidly grow into stock fit for 4-inch or 5-inch pots. It does not need great heat, but a good light is absolutely essential to bring out the fine color of the foliage. Good fibry loam with a sprinkling of sharp sand and a small quantity of well dried cow manure makes suitable com- post and this must be very firmly placed. The atmosphere should be kept moist at all times and a gentle spraying several times daily during the growing season will be in order. There are few plants that are useful in so many ways from the smallest up to well leaved specimens from three to five feet high and it is one of the most satisfactory plants for selling to customers who wish to keep it in their home.s, owing to its long lasting qualities. G. There Are Scales and Scales. Miss Louise Klein Miller, curator of school gardening, Cleveland, O., had been telling a crowd of pupils about the different insects that attack plants, and warned them especially against the malevolent San Jose scale. She suggested that they go to the school library and get a book about it and read of its habits and the remedy for checking its career. One young woman went to the librarian the next morning and said she wanted some- thing about the San Jose scale. "Go to the music department," said the librarian without even looking up from her desk. 262 The American Florist. Mar. 5 ORCH ID N OTES. The hybrids between brassavola and cattleya (Brasso-Cattleya) are now quite a numerous set and extremely beautiful. It is not good policy to let small seedling ferns that appear on orchid composts to grow, as they are apt to attract thrips and other insects. Cattleya Boweingeana is now at rest and may be kept so as long as possible, but when growing it likes a lighter and warmer position than most other cattleyas. Cattleya Citrina grows best in what appears to be an inverted posi- tion, that is with the head down- wards, and always reverts to this, no matter how planted. CHARLES Bond, for some years iden- tified with the famous Wilson collec- tion of orchids in Philadelphia, will embark in the commercial growing of these plants in the vicinity of Chicago. Mr. Bond has had wide experience in the cultivation of orchids and we wish him every success in his new de- parture. Geo. Hunt, of the Julius Roehrs Co.'s orchid department, will succeed him at Philadelphia. The Cattleya Fly. The cattleya fly is especially liable to be troublesome where there are newly imported plants. It is a pest that is introduced on these and does not thrive very long in the orchid house, though while there it does more than its share of mischief. The means usually taken to rid the plants of the pest are fumigating regularly to kill the female insects that are fly- ing around in the house and removing the buds in which the larv» of the fly are growing. It is well when fumi- gating to have the atmosphere dry and warm, as this brings the flies out from their hiding places and they are then directly exposed to the deadly fumes. As to the buds, growers of experi- ence can easily tell which are at- tacked by the fly, which lays its eggs in the soft tissue of the forming bud long before their effect can be seen. An injured bud often appears very much stronger than a healthy one, and inexperienced growers are apt to be patting themselves on the back to think what fine growths they iare getting. But the swelling is altogether abnormal and is all at the bottom, the upper part being small and pointed, the whole thing being almost bottle shaped. As soon as these are seen they should be broken off and burned. If they are cut open the larvae of the fly can be seen burrowing among the tissues and feeding as they go, pre- paring to issue later on as full-grown flies and carry on the perpetuation of their kind. In the Cattleya House. The grower of cattleyas always ap- preciates a few dull days as it gives more time for cleaning, repotting and rearrangement, less being needed for damping, watering, shading, ventilat- ing and other routine work. With the improvements in fumigating materials and insecticides there is not so much need of cleaning individual plants as formerly, but there are always newly imported or recently purchased plants that have to be looked over for in- sects of all kinds from the troublesome cattleya fly to the small soft scale that secretes itself under the sheaths at the bases of the pseudobulbs, where it is impossible to reach it by any other methods than hand cleaning. There are many forms of insecticide on the market that, used according to the maker's directions, are superior to the old style soap and tobacco or nicotine solutions, though this latter is excellent if properly made and used. For a solution for spraying and cleaning a piece of soft soap as large as an egg will make about six gal- lons and a tablespoonful of liquid nicotine of about 40 per cent grade should be added. But before the plants are sponged they should be dipped in a weaker solution and laid on their sides so that the solution will not run down into the compost. Where the insects can be got at eas- ily, the sponge, kept wet, is all that is needed to get rid of them, but there are places between the bulbs and in the corrugations of the stems where the sponge will not reach, and here a small pointed stick like a toSth- pick may be used to dislodge it, af- terwards sponging over the place. All loose sheaths likely to have .scale underneath may be removed, but avoid skinning the bulbs too much, and in usin,g sponge or brush see that either is kept wet and used lightly not rubbed hard or the leaf surface will be in- jured. At this time there is a general wak- ing up of the plants. Even those that do not show signs of it in new growth are forming their spikes in the sheaths. C. Mendelii, for instance, will not probably be showing new growth, but the flowers will be forming in the sheath and a certain amount of moist- ure will be needed. If the plants are kept overdry at this time the result will show in shriveled bulbs and both flowers and new growth will be weaker than if kept a little moist. Too much moisture, on the other hand, is equally injurious to the roots and these fail to carry the requisite nourishment to the plants. A safe plan with such plants is to give them a thorough soaking and then allow them to get well on the dry side before giving any more. A few days' drying never yet hurt a strong, healthy orchid, but a constantly wet state is bad for any plants, no matter how vigorous they may be. C. Schroderae is in flower and, like C. Trianae, will make its growth afterwards and rest in sheath. Just now give only sufficient water to maintain the bulbs in a plump con- dition and avoid too much atmospheric moisture. It is a good plan to remove the flowering plants to a drier house than the growing quarters. C. Mossise, on the other hand, is practically at rest now. It makes its growth late in the season after flower- ing and rests until just before flower- ing again. Here very little water is needed. G. Gaskelliana is beginning to grow and will need more moisture F RST ANNUAl- BANQUET OF THE PACIFIC COAST HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY AT SAN FRANCISCO. -See Page igio. The American Florist. 263 and the long-stemmed, two-leaved kinds such as C. Harrisoniae, C. Leo- poldi and even C. Bowringeana, must be watched and, as soon as new roots are seen starting from tlie old pseudo- bulbs, the water supply must be grad- ually increased. This close watching of the plants and treating them in- dividually rather than collectively is an important part of the orchid grow- er's work. A man who treats all alike indiscriminately and does not study their habits of growth and their condition as to growth and rest will never go very far as an orchid grower. Independent of watering, there are other points that need consideration. Certain plants do better close up to the light, while others are not so particular. For instance, those beau- tiful cattleyas, C. aurea and C. gigas and the natural hybrids between them, never flower so freely as when they have their heads within a few inches of the glass horizon. The brightly tinted C. superba will not thrive long potted in peat and moss and grown alongside the labiata forms, but put it in the warmest, moistest house and let the sun shine on it at practically all times and don't overload the roots with compost and there will be magnificent growths and a display of beautiful flowers showy and handsome enough to stir even the least ambitious of orchid growers to enthusiasm. Calanthes. The flowers of the varieties of Cal- anthe Veitchi and C. vestita are very bright and showy in late fall and win- ter, and they are among the best of the orchids for cutting at that time. C. "Veitchi has flowers of a pretty rose pink. Those of C. vestita are white with eye-like blotches of color, yellow In Luteo-oculata, red in Rubra-oculata. and there are sub-varieties of each more or less distinct. There Is no need of a special orchid house to grow these pretty plants; they do well in any warin greenhouse in company with the ordinary greenhouse or stove plants. They take up little room In comparison with the amount of flowers produced, and are easy to grow. For cultural purposes they may be grouped together, for though the hybrid C. Veitchi is a little stronger in growth than C. vestita they get along well together. The growing season of these calanthes be- gins in spring, and the bulbs should be potted early, but not watered until some signs of growth appear. The base of the bulbs should be just bur- led, a little of the old root being left on to steady them in position. After potting they should be stood on a shelf or a light bench and left alone until the growth is an inch or so long and beginning to root. The best com- post for these plants is quite different to that used for the majority of or- chids. The roots are of such a nature that they have the power to push through a soil that would be quite too heavy and rich for the epiphytal kinds. Good flbry loam with a lib- eral mixture of well dried cow manure and a good sprinkling of finely broken crocks and charcoal or coarse sand will meet their case, and this must be finished an Inch or so below the pots, not mounded up as for orchids generally. One soaking of water to CATTLEYA SCHROEDER.ff;. settle the soil about the bulbs may do no harm, though it is not actually nec- essary. When the growth is In the condi- tion above mentioned, begin to wate» and increase the supply by degrees, as the foliage develops. In summer, when the growth is most active, a very free supply is needed, and this must be kept up until the flower spikes appear and the leaves begin to lose color. Then much less will be needed, as an excess of water causes the flowers to be thin and poor in color. The flowers over, the plants must again be dried off, but although quite dormant and dry during winter the bulbs must not be exposed to a low temperature, 55° being a good mini- mum. If the room is wanted they may be turned out of their pots and kept on a dry shelf away from the heating pipes. The growth Is often attacked by a soft brown scale, and this must be got after and kept under if the best results are looked for. A moist and buoyant atmosphere and plenty of sunlight as long as the foliage will stand it are the conditions for the growing season, the night tem- perature being kept at 60°-63°, the dry running up well with sun heat Dr. Britton Leaves for Havana. On February 17 there left New York for Havana, on the Ward liner, Morro Castle, a small exploring expedition, whose work is likely to accomplish results interesting not only to New York, but to the scientific world at large. Dr. N. L. Britton, director in chief of the New York Botanical Gar- den, is at the head of it, and he is ac- companied by Mrs. Britton, who spent her childhood in Cuba, and by Percy Williams, one of his assistants, who has paid several visits to the island. They will be joined at Cienfuegos by Prof. F. S. Earle, the scientific expert of several sugar companies. The destination of the party is southern Cuba, and the nature of the exploration will be botanical. The party will devote its efforts mainly to the province of Santa Clara, where the Trinidad mountains, near the south coast, offer an almost unknown field to the botanist. Prof. Earle has ar- ranged for men, horses and equipment, and a base will probably be established well up in the mountains. Tents have been taken along, for Dr. Britton ex- pects to live in the open much of the time and will remain in Cuba at least until the end of March. 264 The American Florist. Mar. THE CARNATION. Carnations Unsatisfactory. Kd. Ameeican Florist: — We have been growing carnations for the past four years and find that every year they are a little weaker and make grassy growth. We keep them in a temperature from 50° to 55°, at night, day temperature 65° to 70°. We use very heavy soil with one- third cow manure and with our great- est care could not get them as strong as we like to. We keep a little air on at night, except in severe cold weather, and keep them watered well. A. G. Probably the chief cause of the plants being weak and making a grassy growth is the temperature which they are being subjected to. To be able to carry carnation plants through the whole season in perfect health, producing a continuous crop of blooins the night temperature should be held as close as possible to 50° -52° and during very severe weather, when heavy firing is necessary, 48° is even better. But to allow the temper- ature to run to 55° cannot fail to cause the plants to lose their vitality — fi5° to 70° during the day is too high under artificial conditions. When the sun is shining brightly and plenty of air is on the house it is right for the temperature of the house to run up LO this degree, but it is all wrong to treat carnations to this high tempera- ture by the artificial means of firing and a close atmosphere. During cloudy or any other weather when it is nec- e.ssary to continually fire to keep up the temperature the house should not be allowed to run above 60°, and then should have a little air on. C. W. JOUNSON. Ripening: Carnation Seed. Kd. American Florist: — ■ How long does it take for seed pods of carnations to ripen? How long .should tliey be dried, and what care is needed after planting? The carna- tions were pollenized from January 29 to February 6. Any information on this subject will be greatly apprec- iated. ^ Q. The carnation seed from flowers pollenized between the dates men- tioned should be ready for sowing about March 15. At that time the seed pod will take on a ripe ap- pearance and the upper part of the pod commence to split apart; the .seed is then ready to gather. It should be held for a couple of days before sowing so that it will thoroughly dry. The best way is to sow the seed from each cross in separate shallow pans, watering well at sowing time, then sotting in a temperature of 56°-60°. Do not cover the seed any deeper than the depth of the seeds, enough only to form a covering and protect them. It takes but a very short while for the seeds to come up, when they should be transplanted as soon as large enough to handle, repeating the same in potting the young seedlings into pots. The soil for these young seed- lings should be light and active with a little fresh sand added. C. W. Johnson. Carnations After Grass. Ed. AMEiac.vN Florist; — For a number of years we had car- nation plants in a piece of ground; last year we sowed it with grass. Do you think we can safely plant it with carnation plants again this year? L. D. We would not use the ground this j'ear for planting carnations in if it can be avoided but would advise leav- ing the ground until fall, then skin off the sod and stack it up in a pile as_ compost for inside planting another season. Then plough up the plot of land and let it lay fallow until needed for planting the following spring. C. W. Johnson. Carnations in the East. At this season the young plants de- mand much attention, not only those that have recently been potted, but also those from the earlier crop of cuttings. In the case of the newly rooted plants, that is, those fresh from the propagating house, it will be found that the sun is much more likely to affect them for the first three or four days after potting, than was the fact with those potted off in December and January. The early pottings may not have needed any shading, but those potted at this date will surely need covering with paper for part of the day, except during a period of dull weather, and may also require to be sprayed two or three times a day until they begin to take hold of the soil. jiromise of a satisfactory plant in the field. The earlier lots of young plants will have been transferred from pots to benches before this time, this op- eration having been performed before the plants become too much pot- bound. Spacing the young plants about 3x3 inches is about as close as they can conveniently be planted on the benches, and even this does not give space to stir the surface of the soil after they are planted, besides re- quiring care in cutting them out in readiness for planting in the field, for in genei-al terms it may be said that the better ball they are planted out with in the the spring, the sooner they will start to grow and the better they will lift in summer. Spraying with nicotine or fumgating, or both, will be required from time to time in order to prevent the attacks of thrips and aphis, for all those insect punc- tures count in the ultimate health of the plants. Watering also talces up more time as the sun grows stronger, but in a heavy soil may easily be overdone, for a young carnation wMl stand reason- aljle drouglit mucli better than over- watering, and after planting from pots to benches may not need a tliorough watering more than once in a week or 10 days. But it has often been said tliat no regular rules may safely be laid down for watering, from the fact that soils differ so greatly in texture and consistency that the same rules may not apply even in neighboring towns. For example, in some portions of the western end of Long Island, VASE OF CARNATION WINSOR, It is a waste of time to try to harden off the young plants by exposure to the sun and air before they have be- come established in their new quar- ters and, for the first two weeks, they should have a night temperature similar to that of the propagating house from which they were brought, namely, about 50°. But, once they are rooting nicely in the pots, ventilation should be much more free and the night temperature should be dropped to about 45°, thus insuring a stocky and short-jointed growth that gives where the soil is open and sandy, car- nations may take a good watering every second day in bright weather, while in other localities where a heavy soil prevails it may only be necessary to give a good watering once a week, and to touch up an occasional dry spot between times. Tlie flowering stock moves along rapidly as the sun grows stronger, and the combination of fire heat, a mass of roots, and sun- shine together disposes of the mois- ture in the soil quite rapidly, and calls for careful attention on the part igio. The American Florist. 265 of the man in charge. Colonies of red spider are very likely to appear, and soon sap the vitality of the plants and ruin the flowers unless they are stirred up with a strong spray from the hose. But spraying does not benefit the flowers, being liable to make them sleepy, and it is best to keep the water off them as much as possible. All syringing should be done as early as possible in the day after the flowers have been cut, so that the plants have a chance to dry off before night. The earlier the flowers are cut the bet- ter, for the strong sunshine is liable to make them soft, and that means that they will take some time to re- cover after they are placed in water, and to that extent will retard their development. Of course, practically every grower knows that all flowers are benefited by being kept in water for several hours before they are of- fered for sale, for the flowers fill out and develop by this process, and the improvement will continue for 24 hours at least, at this season of the year. The peculiarities of different varieties in regard to opening their flowers make quite an interesting and important study to the grower from the fact that some varieties are better cut rather tight, while others require several more days in which to develop, and without observing these peculi- arities one cannot get the best results. The plants that have been producing flowers and cuttings all season should have a good root system by this time, and will be benefited by some extra feeding, the character of the soil, and the condition of the plants determin- ing the kind and quantity of fertilizer that shall be given. Some growers use liquid manure quite freely, and where the conveniences for that prac- tice exist it is doubtless a cheap and effective method, but to do this work properly requires a large tank and pumping system, and not every cut- flower grower has these appliances. Liquid manure is readily taken up by the plants on account of the fertilizer being in solution, whereas a top dress- ing of fertilizing material has to be dissolved and washed in by watering, and naturally takes a little longer in giving results, though when the right material for that particular soil is ap- plied the benefit may be more lasting than that received from stable man- ure in liquid form. W. H. Taplix. Carnatioos in the South. The spring growth on the plants is well under way, but as much atten- tion as ever is needed in detail work. If necessary run an extra wire and keep the plants upright and the stems straight. It is during a glut of flowers that a little extra attention will pay. Nice flowers with clean straight stems will always command top prices. Keep on disbudding right up to tiae time for throwing the plants out. I have known som.e growers who have left this undone until the flowers were picked and then wonder why the price was not better. A light shading on the glass will be a great benefit to the colored varieties, aiding them to retain their color and size. In a short while the whites can have a little shade also, increasing the density as the weather gets warmer. Syringe fre- quently for red spider and fumigate for aphis. Ventilate freely through the day and at night when possible, even if a little fire has to be kept to maintain the proper tempei'ature. Keep the beds as cool as possible by mulching \\4th old rotted manure and water weekly with manure water. Rush plants. It is impossible to reach the insect with any kind of insecticide or fumigator that is not strong enough, at the same time, to injure the foliage, consequently combative methods must be on the preventive order rather than the cure. There is no hope for plants so badly affected as those "R." sends and the best thing to do is to strip VASE OF CARNATION HARVARD. in a late batch of cuttings for use in case of an emergency. Young plants established in pots should now be in the coolest house, or, better still, in a cold frame, where they will get har- dened up for the planting out process. Those showing strong growth must be topped, using a sharp knife and cutting back to three or four eyes. It is a good plan when the young plants become badly pot-bound to plant them in shallow boxes rather thickly, using a good compost to fill up the spaces. They transplant easily to the field from such flats and go to work without a check. If any are intended for cultivation under glass they should bo shifted into 4-inch pots and kept moving. A cold frame is the best place for them. Wm. Lear. The Leaf Borer. Ed. Amebican Floeist: — I am enclosing you leaves of Queen Alexandria daisy that are affected with a small worm that gets inside the leaves and eats the center part out. It has caused a lot of trouble around this section, many growers having to burn their stock. We have used lead arsenate, nicotine and other remedies to no purpose. Please tell us what the insect is and what to do. Worcester, Mass. R. The insect is the common leaf borer a most troublesome pest to growers of marguerites and also attacking cinerarias and other soft wooded off every affected leaf, cut the plants back and try to keep the resulting shoots clean. A means to this end is spraying regularly with nicotine prep- arations and Bordeaux mixture in turn. This will make the leaves dis- tasteful to the insects and to some extent prevent their atiacKS. If fresh clean stock can be obtained it would be well to do so though there is al- ways the danger that many of the adult flies are left in the house and will attack any new plants that are brought in. Fumigating regularly with the strongest fumigant that is safe for the plants grown in the house is the best means of destroying these. But it is useless looking for a remedy that will be of any assistance after the leaf has been entered or, correctly, after the eggs have been laid in the leaf tissues by the female fly. Crush- ing the insects on sight, of course, helps some, but nothing but constant attention along the lines laid down above will be at all likely to prove successful in getting rid of this pest. G. Propagating Geraniums. Ed. Asierican Florist: — Is it too late to take geranium cut- tings for 4-inch pots for about May 15? N. S. It is not too late to strike geranium cuttings, but they will not be strong enough for 4-inch pots by the date mentioned. G. 266 The American Florist. Mar. 5, WITH THE GROWERS J. A. Budlong:, Chicago. All the stock at the J. A. Budlong greenhouses at Bowmansville, Chicago, is in fine condition now, but the palm for showiness and beauty must cer- tainly be awarded the carnations. Not many varieties are grown but each is given the correct temperature and treatment necessary to bring out its good points and a run through the houses with Mr. Budlong's capable grower was most interesting and in- structive. Lawson in so many places is showing .such poor form and getting such a bad name that it was refresh- ing to see bench after bench of it in its true form, magnificent plants cov- ered with a great crop of flowers of the finest possible color and quality. When Lawson can be grown this way there is certainly no need to look for anything else in its color. It is given more heat here than the Enchantress and other varieties, being run at 56° at night, while possibly the light, sandy soil here may also have some- thing to do with its successful culture. Winsor is treated somewhat similarly, these two being at the warmest end of the house, Victory, Enchantress, White Perfection and others being grown at the coolest end. All are in the pink of condition and the crop of flowers now on is remarkably good. The follow- ing are the principal varieties grown with the number of each, other varie- ties being grown in smaller numbers: CARNATIONS. White Perfection 21,000 Enchantress 10,000 Lawson 6,500 Winsor 6,500 Aristocrat 6,500 Victory 6,500 O. P. Bassett 3,250 Just now the young stock is looking particularly well, thousands of all the varieties having been propagated and in the various stages of development. Quite a large stock was in 3% -inch pots and inquiries on this point led to the information that they are grown this way on account of the light, sandy soil in the field. Lifted from benches and planted in the field the plants do not make good balls at lift- ing time, all the soil falling off and leaving the roots bare. From the 3%- inch pots, on the other hand, they transplant readily to the field and lift at planting time with this ball of roots practically intact. Naturally such plants establish themselves much more rapidly than others that have no soil around the roots and it is this watching of such points all through the growing season that leads to sucJi excellent results here. In the rose sections the same high cultural conditions are maintained. Up to this year a good portion of the stock has been grafted but, in future, own-root stock will be used, excepting in the case of Mrs. Marshall Field, which will not thrive on its own roots. A very striking proof of this can now be seen in the greenhouses here. As a test a portion of a bench was planted to own-root stock for comparison with the grafted plants used as the bulk of the planting. The former, though set out at the same time, have never made any headway and are little scrubby stock where they are alive at all, many having died. The grafted stock, on the other hand, is superb, fine, healthy plants, started early in February and advancing rapidly for summer flowering. This variety and Kaiserin are treated similarly, kept al- most dormant during winter and started up early in the year. My Maryland is described here as the best money maker in the business. But it has to be kept going in winter. Here it is run at 65° at night and this keeps the plants constantly growing and flowering right along. There is no doubt that practically all the dissatis- faction with this rose has arisen from the fact of its being kept too cool in winter. This checks the progress of the plants and consequently the flow- ering. They have such confidence in it here that just three times as many plants as have been grown will be planted this season. Mrs. Jardine is also highly thought of here. It is a grand grower and seller and flowers with great freedom all the year around. In summer it has to be cut a little tight or it flies open, but in winter it is a perfect rose. An- other peculiarity is the sensitiveness of the foliage to sun heat. It burns quite a little in summer unless a light shade is given, especially after a dull period. AH the other teas are in great shape, the Brides and Bridesmaids throwing elegant flowers and making a splendid growth. The Beauties are not in full crop now but, judging by appearances, will be fine for Easter, when there will be a big crop. The following are the principal varieties grown: ROSES. Bride 18,000 White Killarney 12,000 Richmond 11,000 American Beauty 10,000 Bridesmaid 9,000 Killarney 9,000 Mrs. Marshall Field 7,000 Mrs. Jardine 6,500 My Maryland 6,000 Kaiserin 6,000 The young stock of all these varie- ties is very forward and in the best of health and condition. Chrysan- themum propagation is going on merrily, a big batch of all the prin- cipal varieties having been already potted. These will be topped and the tops inserted as cuttings. The me- chanical end of the business is very complete here. Eight 80 h. p. boilers supply the necessary steam power, these being arranged four on each side of a central chimney. Pumps for water, manure water and the return of condensation to the boilers are all run in duplicate so that if one set breaks down another can be started up to take its place. The liquid man- ure plant consists of a large tank in which the manure is steeped, being then run through a revolving sieve run by a water motor to remove all solid matter. This can be forced at any pressure desired through the clear water system by first emptying the latter of the water and turning in the manure. The whole is one of the finest equipped and most up-to- date plants around the city and well worth a visit by anyone interested. The Trade of Denver. The illustration accompanying this note will serve to show the importance of the present day flower trade in this city, the home town of President Valentine, and of many other good florists. The Park Floral Co., over which Mr. Valentine also presides, is the largest concern west of Kansas City, while Elitch's Gardens is also a remarkably fine place. This firm Is comparatively new. Mr. Long, of the Elitch-Long Gardens, started in the first place so he could grow his own plants for the gardens, but finally com- menced to grow roses and carnations GREENHOUSES OF THE PARK FLORAL CO., DENVER, COLO. In the- Foreground is Plant B, Lat.ly Piirch.isid From The Colfax Floral Co: In the Background Plant \ tlic Original Plant of Thu Park Floral Co. Tlic Truus in thi," Distance Mark the Boundary of City Park. igio. The American Florist. 267 until he has a very large plant and Is growing them on an extensive scale. I believe his plant is second to the Park Floral Co. here, and both are first class growers in every way. Mr. L/Ong also, controls what used to be the Park Floral Co."s stand at Six- teenth and Champs streets; then, when this firm moved, the Scott Floral Co. took hold of it. Mr. Long now controls that corner. One of the greatest attractions to Elitch's Gardens is the floating gar- den and moving fountain. This never falls to draw and hold visitors to the greenhou.ses. The rose houses, notwithstanding the difficulties of the situation in regard to the aikali In the soil, are in good shape, and very fair stock is grown. Carnations also are well done, and the whole of the large new plant is kept in first rate order CHRYSANTHEMUMS Chrysanthemum Naomah. Naomah is a large Japanese in- curved variety, a seedling from Merza. more conical in form than its parent, that has been exhibited by Elmer D. Smith & Co.. Adrian, Mich., under number 42-4-08. This variety was not judged by the Chrysanthemum Society of America committee, but E. D. Smith & Co. have decided to send it out on its merits as a worthy addition to the exhibition section. If the stem were a little more rigid this would be an ideal commer- cial sort, as it possesses every other qualification and may prove very ac- ceptable to those who plant early and give generous treatment. It is pure white, 4H feet high and is ready November 1. The bud should be taken about August 2.5. Propagating: The leading feature of the chrysan- themum work at this time is propa- gating and working up the stock for the coming season's plantings. The early varieties, the slower growing midseason commercial kinds and those intended for staging in large bunches at the exhibitions are they that should receive attention now. Polly Rose, Robt. Halliday. Golden Glow. Monrovia. Virginia Poehlmanu and October Frost are early varieties that should be got into the sand at oncp. Pink and White Ivory. Miss Alice By- ron. Nellie Pockett, Cheltoni, Mrs. Wm. Duokham. Mile. Clementine Tou- set. A. J. Balfour, Mrs. H. W. Buck bee. Timothy Eaton, Yellow Eaton and Major Bonnaffon are medium early to early midseason varieties that should be got in the sand by March 15. Col. D. Appleton. Golden Wed- cing. Golden Eagle, Maud Dean, Ma- yor Weaver. W. A. Chadwick, Yellow Chadwick, Dr. Enguehard and all va- rieties that are rapid grower.s and ma- ture their blooms from November 5 to Thanksgiving can be started March 15 to April 1. This will allow for them to be ready for potting April 15- '0. It is yet too early fr)r propagat- ing Mile. Jeanne Nonin. Yanoma and other vnry late kinds. These can be started around April 1, but the stock plants should be attended to and kept in active growth by being given plenly of light and air. NEW PURE WHITE CHRYSANTHEMUM NAOMAH. Grown and E\liiliiti-d liy EIiult D. Smith & €(*. .Adrian. Mich. The cuttings of the exhibition vari- eties now in the sand should be potted as soon as they have made roots enough. There is nothing gained by leaving them in the propa- gating bed after the roots are formed; it onl.v tends to weaken the cutting. The novelties and newer varieties are coming to hand now and they should be givrii I'xtra care to give them a chance to make good. It is poor policy to pot them and then let them take care of themselves in some out of till way corner because they are few in numbers and on trial. Young chrysanthemum plants received after March 1 are not fit subjects to in- crease the stock from. A cutting or two can be got from each plant per- haps, but the main plant has been so weakened as to lie practically useless for producing a high grade bloom, and the cuttings taken from it are thrown back so many weeks later so that they have not an equal show with the man who is working with February or early March struck stock. After the cuttings are taken from the sand they should be potted into 2 Vi -inch pots, using a plain, fresh soil. It is a mistake to use manure in the soil in Quantit.v enough to cause a soft rapid growth while in the young state, it having a tendency to produce long pointed shoots. After potting, for a few days, the young plants should be treated to a little warmer temperature to start root growth in the new soil. As soon as they have taken hold, give them a cool even temperature to insure a short stocky growth. Plenty of ventilation should be given them on every favorable oc- casion, never allowing them to suffer for lack of water. At this season of . the year plants in small pots dry out very quickly, consequently they need continual watching. The very early propagated plants for exhibition pur- I50ses should be worked along as quickly as needed. Whenever the roots show through the soil, potting into a larger size should be attended to at once. Allowing them to get root bound quickly causes the wood to harden and delays active root action after being pc ited again. C. W. Johnson. 268 The American Florist. Mar. To Be Done Now. IN THE CiRKKNHOUSES. Prick off all seedling annuals and perennials before they draw up lanky in the seed flats. Just as they show the rough leaf between the seed leaves is the proper time for most things. Keep the flats containing the young cyclamens well up to the light on shelves, but .see that they do not suffer for want of water. -Continue to root cuttings of alter- nantheras, iresines and other bedding stock as fast as possible. They will probably be all needed at the end of May. Avoid overwatering geraniums after repotting and remove any decaying foliage on sight. Plant a few dahlias on the green- house benches to provide flowers for Decoration day. Leave Tagetes pumila to be among the last of the annuals to be sown, as this is very tender, the least frost killing it. while it is not advisable to have the plants stunted before planting out. Thick sowing is one of the worst mistakes possible under gl:>.ss, as it gives the plants a poor starf^. Caladiums. fancy leaved ca'las. glox- inias and achimenes may all be started now. Sow seeds of Ardisia crenulata in a moderately warm, light house. Plenty of light and air are abso- lutely necessary to success with early tomato plants. Avoid fumigating in the house where herbaceous spireas (astilbes) are being forced, as the growth at first is very tender and easily damaged by smoke. A slight frost even does not do so much harm to flowering violets as a close, heated, moist atmosphere. Cold water as an insecticide is not valued at its true worth by most grow- ers. Ventilate early in the morning, even if only a very small chink of air can be allowed. It is necessary to change the air in the houses as much as possible. OUTDOORS. In southern locations commence the planting of herbaceous stock as soon as possible. After a prolonged siege of frost, her- baceous stock in frames is ver.v apt to be dried out pretty severely. Look over it on bright days and water when needed. Prepare manure for hotbeds and get the sash repaired and reglazed if not already done. When the weather becomes mild, head back young. newl.v planted trees, also partly head back any old speci- mens that are to be regrafted. Lift rhubarb for forcing, but leave those that are to be transplanted a little longer until growth starts.- OB ITUA RY. James J. H. Gregory. James J. H. Gregor.v, the veteran seedsman and founder of the firm of Jas. J. H. Gregory & Son, Marblehead. Mass., died February 20 at the age of S3, Mr. Gregory was born at Marble- head, November 7, 1828. and was edu- cated in the public schools of his na- tive town. At first a teacher in the public schools he entered the seed business almost by accident. A nian wrote to the New England Farmer for a good winter squash and his father happened to have one he called Marm Hubbard's squash, as they had got the seed from an old lady of that name. Mr. Gregory sent him some seed and he liked it so well that he wrote about it in the papers and thus started the history of the Hubbard squash and the Gregory seed business. At first the latter was conducted at his home, then he took a small building and later, in 1863, he built his first store, which was enlarged from time to time until it evolved into the great busi- ness which . will keep his memory green. His charitable gifts were many and in 1873 he established a bread station in Marblehead. giving away daily many loaves during that period of de- pression. In 1907 he retired from the active head of the business and since then he has devoted himself to private concerns and characters. Gifts in- numeraVjle to schools, to scholars, col- leges, churches and other institutions showed the great interest he has al- ways taken in educational matters and he was always instrumental in for- warding the best interests of horticul- ture quite outside his own business. .-Vt one time he had 400 acres of land at Middleton entirely devoted to rais- ing vegetable seeds ftir marki-t gai-- deners, improving the strains then at command and raising new forms. He was always extreniely active in i"nind and body, delving into science, wield- ing the axe and hoe and writing vol- uminously on all subjects pertaining to horticulture. Mr. Gregory married three times, first Eliza C. Bubier, sec- ond Mrs. Harriet R. Knight and third l^arah Lydia Caswell, the latter sur- viving him. He had no children of his own but adopted four, one of whom. EdgarGregory. succeeds him in the business. George W. Schroyer. George W. Schroyer. pioneer florist of Lancaster, Pa., died at his home, G41 Harrisburg avenue, February 22. His death removes one of the most interesting personalities fron-i the bus- iness as Mr. Schroyer was in his nim- ty-second year and a man with a good memory so that his accounts of the oldtime life and customs were lis- tened to and looked forward to by many friends of a younger generation. When in a reminiscent mood the old man was certainly congenial company for anyone with an interest in earlier days for his recollections were not of the wandering order so frequent in old men but clear and convincing. Up to the last he took a keen interest in public affairs and studied them close- ly. It was his habit of ilose study and application that made him the suc- cessful horticulturist that he was. He did not enter the florist business early in life, his trade being that of a jjrinter w-hich he left in 1862 on ac- count of his health. It speaks well for the florist business, as a healthy one when it is noted that Mr, Schroyer's friends thought he had only a short time to live then. The open air. after the confinement of the printing busi- ness, and the renewed interest in life which the work brought him, however, enabled him to round out almost an- other half century, his wonderful con- stitution standing him in good stead during several illnesses late in life, fine of the things he was most proud of was the fact that he set un the original charter of the Pennsylvania Railroad Co. in 1836, and. in recogni- tion of this connection with this great corporation in its infancy he was in- vited to the celebration of its fiftieth anniversary in 1886 at Philadelphia. He was a native of Lewisburg. Pa., where he was born in 1818. a son of Colonel Christian Schroyer. In 1845 he married Miss Annie E. Thompson, who died some 20 years aero and by whom he had one son who survives him. Maurice Butterfleld. Maurice Butterfi.ld. 64 years old, pioneer nurseryman of Lee's Summit, Mo., and Avidely known among hor- ticulturists of the United States, died at Winona. Tex., February 22, from Bright's disease. Mr. Butterfleld came to Lee's Summit from Ohio in 1868 and started the Lee's Summit Star nur.'.eries, which he conducted to the time of his death. In 1900 the Mis- souri & Pacific-Iron Mountain Rail- way system and the city of Farming- ton. Mo., made concessions to Mr. But- terfleld and induced him to go there and open the Farmington nurseries and greenhouses. Mr. Butterfleld was a benefactor and one of the. organi- zers of the Missouri State Horticul- tural Society, and also of the Jackson county fair at Lee's Summit, Mo. Re- cently he went to Texas on a visit to his son in hope that he mi.ght benefit his health. He is survived by his wife and eight children. fl\-e sons and three daughters. NATIONAL FLOWER SHOW To Be Held in Boston, Mass., Miscellaneous Flowering Plants. 1st 2nd Acacias— 18 plants, not less than 4 varieties $60.00 $40.00 6 plants, not less than 3 varieties 30.00 20.00 3 plants, one or more varieties... 20.00 15.00 Acacia pubescens — Specimen plant 25.00 15.00 Acacia paradoxa — Specimen plant 15.00 10.00 Acacia — Any other species or variety, speci- men 15.00 10.00 Allamanda — Specimen plant, any variety... 15.00 10.00 Amaryllis — 36 plants, not less than 18 va- rieties 35.00 25.00 Amaryllis— 12 plants, not less than 9 va- rieties 15.00 10.00 Anthurium — 6 plants, not less than 3 va- rieties 25.00 15.00 Anthurmm — Specimen plant 10.00 6.00 Antirrhinum— 12 plants In variety 10.00 5.00 Azalea Indica— 24 plants, not less than 6 varieties 75.00 50,00 Azalea Indica— 12 plants, not less than 6 varieties 50.00 30.00 March, 1911. Preliminary Premium List. 1st 3rd Azalea Indica — G plants, not less than 3 va- .... rieties 25.00 .... Azalea Indica — 3 plants, not less than 3 va- .... rieties 15.00 .... Azalea Indica — Specimen plant, pink or .... rose 15.00 Azalea Indica — Specimen plant, white 15.00 .... Azalea Indica — Specimen plant, any other .... _^ color 15.00 Azalea Mollis — 12 plants, not less than 4 . . ■ ■ colors 25.00 Azalea pontica or rustica — 12 plants, not • ■ ■ less than 4 varieties 25.00 Begonia Gioire de Lorraine — 6 plants 15.00 Begonias. Flowering — 6 plants, 6 varieties.. 15.00 Boronia — 6 plants, not less than 2 varieties. 15.00 Bougainvillea — 6 plants 25.00 Specimen plant 15.00 Calceolaria, shrubby — 6 plants 15.00 .... Calceolaria, hybrida — 6 plants 15.00 2na 3rd 15.00 $10.00 10.00 e.oo 10,00 10.00 5.00 6.00 10.00 6,00 15.00 15.00 10,00 10.00 10.00 15.00 10.00 v. 6 6 10.00 10.00 /p/o. The American Florist. 269 1st Camellia — 12 plants, not less than 6 var. . . . 35.00 6 plants, not less than 3 var.... 25.00 Specimen plant 25.00 Carnations — 12 plants in pots 15.00 "Cineraria hybrida — 6 plants 15.00 Cineraria stellata — 6 plants 15.00 Clerodendron — Specimen plant 15.00 Crassula Coccinea — 3 plants 15.00 Cyclamen — 36 plants 50.00 12 plants 20.00 Chorozema — 4 plants 25.00 Specimen plant 15.00 Erica — 24 plants, not less than 6 var 50.00 6 plants, not less than 3 var 20.00 Erica melathera — 6 plants 20.00 Erica, any species— Specimen plant 15.00 Flowering Shrubs — 12 plants, standard, or tree form, in not less than 6 varieties... 30.00 Fuchsia — 6 plants, not less than 6 var 15.00 Specimen plant 10.00 Gardenia — 6 plants 15.00 S'pecimen plant 10.00 Genista — 12 plants 35.00 6 plants 20.00 Specimen plant 15.00 Flowering Plants — Group arranged for ef- fect, with palms and other foliage plants, to cover not less than 200 square feet 100.00 Forced Shrubs — Group forced shrubs and herbaceous plants (hardy trees and vines adniissiblp) arranged for effect, to cover not less than 300 snuare feet.... 100.00 Hydrangea — 12 plants, not less than 3 var.. 35.00 6 plants, not less than 2 var.. 2.n.00 Specimen plant 15.00 Lilac — 12 plants, not less than 3 var 25.00 3 plants, one or more vars 10.00 Marguerite — 6 plants, not less than 2 vars.. 15.00 3 plants 10.00 Specimen plant 5.00 Rhododendron — 2 4 plants, not less than 6 varieties 60.00 Rhododendron — 12 plants, not less than 3 varieties 30.00 Rhododendron — Specimen plant, red or crimson 25.00 Rhododendron — Specimen plant, pink or lavender 25.00 Rhododendron — Specimen plant, white or nearly white 25.00 ^hynchospermum — Specimen plant 15.00 Spiraea (Astilbe) — 12 plants, not less than 3 varieties 15.00 Wistaria — Specimen plant 10.00 Geranium (Zon-il Pelargonium) — 12 plants. not less than 12 varieties 15.00 1st Primula Kewensis — 12 plants 10.00 Primula obconica — 12 plants 10.00 Primula — Collection of 2 4 plants, not less than 6 species 15.00 Schizanthus — 6 plants 10.00 Bulbs. Hyacinths — ^ 10-ln. pans, distinct varieties.. $25.00 S 10-ln. pans, white 10.00 3 10-in. pans, pink and red.... 10.00 3 10-in. pans, light blue 10.00 3 10-in. pans, dark blue lO.OO Hyacinths — 50 single pots, not less than 12 varieties 25.00 Lilies — Display, to rover not less than 100 sqiiat-e feet. Fnliaei^ plants may be used fot effective arran^^ement 50.00 Narcissus. Liarge Trumpet — 12 10-in. pans, 12 varieties 20.00 Narcissus. Short or Medium Trumpet— rl2 10-in pans. 12 varieties 15.00 Narcissus — 3 10-in. pans. Glory of Leiden . B.OO 3 10-in. pans. Bicolor or Victoria 5.00 3 10-ln. pans. Empress 5.00 3 10-in. pans. Emperor 5.00 3 10-in. pans. Golden Spur 5.00 3 10-in, pans. Double Von S'ion. 5.00 3 10-in. pans. Any other double. 5.00 Tulips. Early Single — 15 10-in. pans, dis- tinct varieties 20.00 Tulips. Early Single — 8 10-in. pans, distinct varieties 15.00 Tulips. Early Single— 3 10-in. pans, white. . 5.00 Tulips, Early Single — 3 10-in. pans. pink... 5.00 Tulips, Early Single — 3 10-in. pans, scarlet or crimson 5.00 Tulips. Early Rine-le — 3 10-in. pans, yellow. 5.00 Tulips. Early Single — 3 10-in. pans, any oth- er color or colors 5.00 Ttalii's. Early Double — 6 lO-in. pans, not less than 3 varieties 15.00 Tulips. Darwin — 12 10-in. pans. 12 varieties 20.00 Tulips. Cottaee or Late, other than Dar- win — 12 10-in. pans. 12 varieties.. 15.00 Miscellaneous collection, arranged for effect, other foliaee plants admissible, to cover not less than 150 square feet 50.00 Orchids. - . 1st Orchids — Collection, to cover not less than 100 square feet, arranged with foliage Tplants for effect. For commercial grow- ers only $100.00 Orchids — Collection to cover not less than 100 square foet. arranged with foliage plants for effect. For non-commercial growers only 100.00 Orchids — Collection. 12 plants. 12 distinct varieties 50.00 rattleya Trianae — Specimen plant 25.00 r^attleya Schroederae — Specimen plant 25.00 •^nttleya. any other vanetv — Spfcimen plant 25.00 Cypripedium — Collection, not less than 25 varieties 50.00 * vprlpetlium— fi plants. 6 varieties , . 25.00 rjyprlpedium — Specimen, any variety,^ . 10 00 Caianthe — 6 plants in variety....^ . l.s 00 Coelogyne— 6 plants 25.00 Specimen plant ... \ . . 15.00 Dendroblum— 12 plants, 12 V'ariet'ies 25.QQ 2nd 3rd 25.00 15.00 10.00 15.00 10.00 10.00 10.00 5.00 10.00 5.00 10.00 6.00 10.00 30.00 1.1.00 10.00 15.00 10.00 30.00 15.00 15.TI0 10.00 20.00 10.00 5.00 10.00 5.00 25.00 15.00 10.00 10.00 5.00 nobile — Specimen plant ....... Wardianum — Specimen plant. . —Specimen plant, any other 1st 10.00 10.00 75.00 25.00 15.00 10.00 15.00 5.00 10.00 5.00 3.00 40.00 20.00 15.00 15.00 15.00 10.00 10.00 6.00 10.00 2nd 6.00 6.00 10.00 5.00 $15.00 6.00 6.00 6.00 6.00 15.00 30.00 15.00 10.00 3.00 3.00 3.00 3.00 3.00 3.00 3.00 15.00 10.00 3.00 3.00 3.00 3.00 10.00 15.00 10.00 30.00 2nd 75.00 30.00 15.00 15.00 15.00 30.00 1.5.00 5.00 10.00 15.00 10.00 l5,qQ 10.00 6.00 3rd 4.00 4.00 $10.00 4.00 4.00 4.00 4.00 10.00 Dendrobium Dendroblum Dendrobium- variety ', 10.00 Hybrid Orchid — Specimen plant raised in this country 15.00 Laelia anceps — Specimen plant 10.00 Laelia anceps alba — Specimen plant 10.00 Laelia — Specimen plant, any other variety.. 10.00 Odontoglossum — Specimen plant, any variety 10.00 Oncidium — Specimen plant, any variety.... 10.00 Phalaenopsis — Specimen plant, any variety.. 10.00 Vanda — Specimen plant, any variety 10.00 Roses. 1st Roses — Display in pots or tubs, any or all classes to occupy not less than 300 square feet, arranged for effect $200.00 Roses — 12 Climbing or Rambling, 6 or more varieties 60.00 Roses — 6 Climbing or Rambling. 3 or more varieties 30.00 1st Roses — Crimson Rambler, Specimen plant. . $10.00 Lady Gay, specinien plant 10.00 Dorothy Perkins, specimen plant... 10.00 Tausendschon. specimen plant 10.00 Debutante, specimen plant 10.00 Hiawatha, specimen plant 10.00 Roses — Climbing, any other variety, speci- men 10.00 Roses — Baby Rambler, Crimson, 6 plants.. 10.00 Baby Rambler, Pink, 6 plants 10.00 Baby Rambler, White. 6 plants.... 10.00 Roses — Collection of Hybrid Perpetuals, not less than 15 plants, not less than 6 va- rieties 25.00 Roses — Collection of Standard or Tree Roses. 12 or more plants. 6 or more varieties 25.00 Ferns. 1st Adiantum Farleyense — Specimen % 5.00 Adiantum cuneatum or its variety — Specimen 6.00 Adiantum — Specimen, any other variety.... 5.00 Aspidiura — Specimen 10.00 Cibotium S'chiedei — Specimen 20.00 Davallla — Specimen, any variety 15.00 Gleichenia — Specimen 10.00 Nephrolepis exaltata and its varieties — Dis- play one of each, pots or pans not to exceed S inches in diameter 25.00 Nephrolepis Bostoniensis — Specimen 10.00 Nephrolepis Scottii — Specimen 5.00 Nephrolepis Piersoni — Specimen 10.00 Nephrolepis Piersoni elegantissima — S'peci- men 5.00 Nephrolepis WhitmanI — Specimen 5.00 Nephrolepis — Specimen any other variety... 5.00 Polypodium. or Goniophlebium — Specimen.. 15.00 Stag Horn Fern — 6 plants, in variety 15.00 Specimen, any variety. . .. 5.00 Tree Fern — Specimen 25.00 Fern — S'pecimen. any other variety 10.00 Fern — Specimen, new variety, not yet in Silver * commerce Medal ' i Palms and Foliage Plants. Areca — Pair $25.00 1^' Specimen 15.00 Cocos Australis or its varieties — Specimen. . 15.00 iri, Cocos plumosus — Specimen :. 15.00 ?! Kentia "" ' 10.00 6.00 2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00 2.00] 2.00 2.00 lO.OOl 6.0o| 2.00| 2.00| 2.O0S 2.O0I 2.00| 5.O0I 10.001 3rd Beimoreana- Forsteriana- $75.00 $50,001 50.00 10.00 10.00 10.00 Pair 26.00 Specimen 15.00 Pair 25.00 Specimen 15.00 Roebelenl — Pair 15.00 ruplcola — Specimen 15.00 Canariensis — Pair 15.00 I Phoenix reciinata — Pair 15.00 [Palms — Collection, other than above, 12 plants, 12 varieties 35.00 [Bay Trees— Display 100.00 Pair, pyramidal 15.00 Pair, standard 15.00 Pair, columnar 15.00 |Box Trees— Display 75.00 Pair, pyramidal 10.00 Pair, standard 10.00 Pair, bush 10.00 Araucaria — 6 plants, 3 or more varieties.... 15.00 Croton — Display 50.00 Croton — 25 plants, 25 varieties, in not over 6-inch pots 25.00 Croton — 6 plants, 6 varieties 15.00 Cycad — Specimen, any variety 20.00 Dracaena — 12 plants, 6 or more varieties.... 25.00 Specimen, green 5.00 S'pecimen, red 5.00 Specimen, any other color 5.00 Ficus elastica or elastica variegata — Spcmn 10.00 Ficus pandurata — Specimen 10.00 Heliconia — 4 plants in variety 25.00 Nepenthes — 3 plants, 3 varieties 15.00 Specimen 10.00 PandanUB "Veitchii — Specimen 5.00 Pandanus — Specimen, any other variety 5.00 Greenhouse or Stove Foliage Plants — 6 plants, 6 varieties 25.00 Cacti and Other Succulent Plants — Collec- tion, not less than 60 varieties 30.00 Economic Plants — Collection, not less than 30 varieties 50.00 Banana Tree — Specimen in fruit 10.00 10.00 Lemon Tree — Specimen in fruit Orange Tree — Specimen in fruit Conifers — Collection in pots or tubs, not less than 25 varieties 75.00 2nd 5.00 6.00 5.00 10.00 6.00 6.00 6.00 6.00 6.00 6.00 5.00 2nd $150.00 40.00 20.00 2nd $ 6.00 5.00 5.00 5.00 5.00 6.00 6.00 6.00 5.00 5.00 15.00 2nd $ 3.00 3.00 3.00 6.00 15.00 10.00 6.00 15.00 6.00 3.00 6.00 3.00 3.00 3.00 10.00 10.00 3.00 15.00 6.00 Bronze Medal $15.00 10.00 10.00 10.00 16.00 10.00 15.00 10.00 10.00 10.00 10.00 10.00 20.00 75.00 10.00 10.00 10.00 50.00 5.00 6.00 5.00 10.00 35.00 15.00 10.00 15.00 15.00 3.00 3.00 3.00 6.00 6.00 15.00 10.00 5.00 3.00 3,00 15.00 20.00 35.00 6.00 5.00 5.00 50.00 20.00 15.00 10.00 6.00 3rd $ 2.00 2.00 2.00 4.00 10.00 5.00 4.00 10.00 4.00 2.00 4.00 2.00 2.00 2.00 '5.00 2.00 $5.00 6.00 10.00 6.00 10.00 6.00 5.00 5.00 6.00 6.00 5.00 5.00 6.00 10.00 2.00 2.00 2.00 4.00 4.00 2.00 2.00 25.00 Conifers — 6 specimens 30.00 3 specimens 20.00 2 specimens 15.00 Single specimen 10.00 Any exhibit of merit not included in above schedule will be prop- erly recognized, especially any new, rare or meritorious plants. Additions may be made to this schedule later on, ;f found a9 The retail trade 260 —Harp o( rose,, callas and carnations (supplement) ogp — Tags for florists (illus.) ■■ijo — The grower and the retailer ' "'Ui Orchid notes 2G ^ — In the cattleya hoiso ■>6'' — Cattleya Schroderae (illus.) ' ' 2C'' — Calanthes njj Dr. Britton leaves for Havana.!.'! o(i:i The carnation .^c^ — Carnations unsatisfactory !!!!!! "'i-.i —Ripening carnation seed ' '■^^\^ — Carnations after grass "Bj —Carnations in the east ' ~,(,\ — Carnation Win.=or (illus.) ' •'iflj — Carnations in the south 053 —Carnation Harvard (illus.).... ^k^; The leaf borer " ' ' Jg- Propagating geraniums ....!!!!!! Sej With the growers 9gg —J. A. Budlong. Chicago.....'.'.'.' ^bb The trade of Denver (illus.) "' »6S Chrysanthemums ; ' ' ' T.g, -Chrysanthemum Naomah (illus) ifi? — Propagating "267 To be done now ,„i Obituary ;°° —James J. H. Gregory.,.-... ■"'.■■. pio —George W. Schrover nV^ — Maurice Butterfleld ... " "' Sua National Flower Show Wii Illinois State Florists' A-ssociatioii! ! ! ! ! 270 Society of American Florists ■>7o Ihe Haarlem flower show ' 970 Meetings next week ',,■,}, Bulletins recently issued oi„ Chicago ;;" St. Louis ;'; Philadelphia !!!!!!! ;,» Uuftalo 276 Portland. Me ' ' ' '. ;'$ New York ;i' Portsmouth, o ji. The seed trade „J, —The late James J. H. Gr'egoi-y ' (por- ' trait ) 284 — The business outlook.. .. 9c. —New Tork seed hill ^o. Market gardeners Jsg vZ^!:T^ of indoor fruits and vegetable's. 286 European horticulture ooc The nursery trade !!!!!! 9s,s ■ —Miami Valley Nurserymens 'Assii!!!! 28S — Nursery stock inspection bill.... ^ss — Milwaukee's needs ' oce Pan Francisco '..!.!!!!'! 2*t9 Cleveland !!!!!!!'! "(1.3 Washington 0^*4 Pittsburg '.."'. oorr Nashville !..!!'" "96 Providence !!!!!; ';.'. ', '. .Vi" The allied trades !!!!!"**' !'?os —The Chambers' Flathead carnation „P'"s .10s — r*»ment and concrete fence posts .?n.s ■BtTRDANK's spinelep.s cactus, as a substitute for meat, is the latest from some of the western food authorities. It looks like an opportune time. Ix the G. L. Freeman advertise- ment on page 244 in our last issue the line reading "Cattleyas, 1.5 varie- ties. 5,000 plant.'?,- should have read 50.000. Mah(.'II Cometh like a lamb. The mysterious and elu.sive cattleya fly is prescribed for on page 262 in this issue. The annual meeting and exhibition of the American 'Rose Society will be held at New York, March 16-18. During 1909 there were 3.360,221 visitors entered the gates of the Bo- tanic Gardens at Kew, London, Eng. If the signs of the times mean any- thing, the orchid dealers and collectors will have their innings shortly, com- mercial types having the call. REGISTER suggestions with the secre- tary of the .Society of American Flor- ists now. so that they may be taken up at the Rochester meeting of the executive committee March 12. A Glapiolus Society or a commit- tee of that name in the Society of American Florists is badly needed. A new variety should not be offered to the public until shown before the committee and its right to a name conceded and then registered. The Bru.ssels Universal and Interna- tional Exhibition of 1910 opens in April an:I continues to November. Exhibits must be in place April 15. .Address all communications to Presi- dent Executive Committee. 34 RUe de.s XI t Apotres. Brussels. Belgium. Illinois Stale Florists' Association. The following appointments have been made b.v President-elect C. L,. 'Washburn as per constitution: Mem- bers of the advisory board for three years — J. C A'aughan. Chicago, and J. F. Ammann. Edwardsville, both to succeed themselves: vice-presidents for three year.s — Ge,o. B. Franks. Champaign, to succeed ('has. Lover- idge, of Peoria, who was elected first vice-president, and H. E. Smith. Dan- ville, to succeed A. R. Knowles. who has left the state. Ovfr" slogan is "100 members this year." .1. F. Ammaxx, Sec'y. Society of American Florists. liEfllSTKATrON OF RO.SE. Public notice is hereby given that the Conard & Jones Co.. West Grove, Pa., offers for registration the rose described belovv. Any person object- ing to the registration or to the use of the proposed name, is requested to communicate with the secretary at once. Failing to receive objection to the registration, the same will be inade three weeks from this date. HATHEIi'S UESCRIPTIOX. Rose 'Wrr). R, Smitli — Flowers are large, full and douMe and most ex- ouisitely formed. The petals are so firm they look like wax. softiv curled, colored cream with flesh tint tips, buff yellow base and the center a heart of pink, perfect buds. The flow- ers are borne on long, strong stems, just right for making bouquets and the fragrance is delightful. Originator, Richard Baggs. of Bridgeton, N. J. Introduced by John Shellem and E. G. Hill Co. H. B. DOKXBR, Sec'y. February 24, 1910, Haarlem Flower Sliow. The jubilee flower show, organized by the General Bulb Growers' Society of Haarlem, will be opened by H. R. H. Prince Henry, of the Netherlands, March 23. The exhibition halls, al- though very spacious, will prove to be too small to contain the great many exhibits for which space has already been applied for. Another building has been constructed for plants and flowers, but as the grounds have al- ready been planted with bulbs in au- tumn, and are also rather crowded, it will be quite impossible to erect more buildings. The bulbs planted (representing nearly one million), will regu- larly succeed each other; the open- ing week will prove the useful- ness of the charming crocus; next comes the stately hyacinth and its ele- gant "Miniature" offspring. Daffodils and narcissi are naturall.v grouped at the feet of the old trees which are the pride of the Haarlem "wood," the site of the show. From mid-April to the end of May, glorious tulips will greet the visitor in great variety. Meeting's Next Week. Butte. .Mont.. ."Vlareh 11. — Montana Flor- ists' Club. Columbia Gardens. Chicago, March 10. — Gardeners' and Flor- ists' I men Nn. loui.'i. Ill and 12 Clark SI. Cincinnati. O. .March 12. 8 p. ni. — Cin- cinnati Flori.sts' Society. Jabez Elliott Flower Market. I>aytiin, O., Alar
  • . Help Wanted— A first class seedsman, com- petent to run a Caiifornia city store. State fully your experience and where, nationality, salary you have received and expect, and give references. A good opening for the right man; preference to one who will invest t2,0ijo to JluaJO. Give full in- formation in (irst letter. Twos Snowden. *01 So. Gr.ffln .\ve.. Loa Angeles, Calif. For Sale— First class florist business in city of 30.CK0; reason for selling: other business. Key 9*/^. care American Florist. For Sale— \ pieceof ground. 150x150, with green- house 22x100; no other florist within six mihs. Address Kt y 453. care American Florist. For Sale or Rcnt-4').000 square feet of glass, in good location; ni-eds partial rebuilding; rent accordingly, or will sell at reasonable price. Key 469. care .\merican Florist. For Sale— Four greenhouses and 1 acre or more of land; also hou e and lot next to 8;ime in one of best cities of Northern Ohio; one of firm re- tiring leason for selling. Address Kev 455. care A merican Florist. For Sale— A good florist retail and wholesale business: six Rreenhou^es in pot plants, carna- tions violtts and 'mums; 12 lots, located on a good boulevard; dwelling and barns; $7,500. The Goeschl & Wood Floral Co. 1901 So. Logan, Denver, Colo. For Sale-4,C(«l feet of glass, eight-room housr and barn, on one acre of black p-airie ^oil in a booming town of 4 (MHI. with If. factories. Here is a chance of a lifetime Price, .1v\5(J0 if taken at once. Good reasons for selling. A. RiCHTER Sturgis, Mich, Wanted to Rent— Fifteen to thirty ihousand feet of glass; West orSouthw.st preferred. Addnss Box 215 New Castle Ind. Situation Wanted. Experienced florist, speaking and writing English, French and German wants position in first-class seed store. Address A. F. FAULKNER, care Ajneiican Florist. Ui?. Brjadway. New York. WANTED— A FOREMAN Well posted in tri.-es. shrubs and per.nnials to take charee of park plantings, sir, et and park- trees; must be able to disiBn and execute plant- inE plans and know hew to handle men: promis ing posit on for right man: smglc roan preferred: Eive references and state salary wanted, .'\ddress Thko. \\'ikth,. Sup'i Parks, MiDncapolis, Minn. Wanted Seedsman. One who has had considerable exper- ience in general wholesale garden seed business. Good wages and a chance for rapid advancement. Key 450, care American Florist. Situation Wanted. By first-class younc Hollander, married, no children, (our years' .American e.xperience and ten years' experience in different countries in Euiopeand East Indies; private situation pre feired; experienced io landscape gardening and managinsr a private estati: also capable of man- aging an ornamental nursery: eastern states pre- ferred; age X). Key 426, care Am erican Florist. TO RENT. \ very rare opportunity of one of the most mod- ern and up-to-date florist establishments of about 15.0(0 sq, ft. glass; hot water heat; Superior tubu- lar boiler: entre place equipped wiih tlectric lights, cement walks and floors; work building 20x115 two stories 8-room modern flat; good es tablisbed business; the conveniences and accom adations to all transportation, etc. are too numer ous to menliun; they cannot be excelled; if inter esied an investigation will convicce. RICHARD r. GLOEDE. IW.vHOT Central St.. Evanstcn III. Nurseryman Wanted. .\ spl iidid chance for a young man willi a few hundred dollars to establish himself in a iirohtable andkrowing business; only ciii nurserv within .^(.1 miles, and a larue demand alieady created for thc-e goods; splendid shipping lacililies, gocd soil and lart^e demand at home; man must be a hustler and have both ihc growing aod the selling experience: full particular* will b*' given b\ ad- dressing JOSEPH BANCROFT 6 SON. Cedar Falls, Iowa. At once, a competent grower for retail trade for southwest Texas, A good designer; honest andreliable: abletotake charge when needed; age between 22 and 3.5; none other need apply; $40.00 per month, board and room. Key 449, care American Florist. WANTED AT ONCE A sober, industrious man for general greenhouse work. Wages .$14.00. Address care American Florist. Key 452, Bankruptcy Sale I'.reenhouse pj-operty, 10,000 sq. ft. glass. Everything first-class and up- to-date. No competition; only green- house in the county. Will be sold March 12, lilll), to the highest bidder. Terms cash. For further informa- tion write COOK fi MILLER, Trustees, MT. GIIEAD, O. For Sale Five acres of land and 10,000 feet of glass, seven room dwelling house, city water, two street car lines. Houses in good condition. Good reasons for selling. Price rea- sonable. Seven miles from Cleveland. Key 456, care American Florist. IF YOU SAW IT IN THE FLORIST SAY SO IN YOUR NEXT ORDER. Easter Souvenir Price Lists= We have a fine line of illustrations suitable for Easter Booklets and Folders. Easter Lilies, Crimson Ramblers, Azaleas, Hydrangeas, Lilacs, Church Decorations, Wedding Bouquets, etc. Write for prices. AMERICAN FLORIST CO., 324 Dearborn St, Chicago. 2t2 The American Florist. Mar. 5, We are Strong on Roses and Carnations NONE BETTER TO BE HAP, Can furnish you with the following roses in quantities Beauties, Mrs Jardine, IVIy Maryland, Killarney, Perle, Richmond, Bride, Bridesmaid, Kaiserin. CARNATIONS ^t'Ji'J^i Quality Inexcelled. J. A. BUDLONG 37-39 Randolph Street, CHICAGO. a«^CUT FLOWERS Plenty of spring stock, Tulips, Jonquils, Daffodils, Narcissus, Sweet Peas, Freesias, Violets, Valley and Greens of all kinds. Boses and Carnations A Specialty. Cliica£:Q. A SI.HillT IMPROVEMENT The end of the week showed a slight improvement in business and, although the city trade could not be called good, yet retailers were more in evi- dence around the wholesale stores. Shipping trade kept up exceedingly well and inquiries for later deliveries would seem to indicate better times ahead if the weather man consents. Prices on all stock have shaded a lit- tle and there were several days when the poorer classes of stock had to go at a very low rate. (A great time for the Greeks). Friday was an excep- tionally busy day with several of the wholesale houses, growers having to buy after cleaning out heav.v consign- ments from the greenhouses. There was a big demand ror the best Ameri- can Beauties and there were none too many of this class of stock. In the shorter and medium grades there was plenty. Richmond and Uncle John have been coming in fine and there has been a big supply of good Bride and Bridesmaid. Killarney has been variable in quality, some fine but oth- ers poor. Bulb stock and all small flowers have been plentiful all through the week. Trade the early part of this week was of the quietest description and only the shipping trade saved the day. This was the more disappointing after the little spurt at the end of the week. Split carnations simply could not be moved at any price, though whole- salers tried their best by offering them at very low figures in quantity. Bulb- ous stock was a drag on the market and quite a lot of it had to be thrown away. Good stock, however, was not over plentiful, and prices on the best grades were fairly well maintained. Roses are plentiful in all varieties and .some elegant stock is seen. Later in the week conditions were worse if anything, and carnations and other stock piled up. At the time of writing I there is a great improvem<'nt in the weather and this, it is hoped, will help the transient trade some. EASTER PROSPECTS. Already there are inany inquiries for stock for Easter and out-of-town buyers especially are anxious to know about the price lilies are likely to make around that festival. They will be high, there is no doubt about that. Just hciw high will not be known for some time yet, but there are a great many growers who are depending upon purchasing stock, while others who attempted to force on time find that their plants are behind and will have to hold them over. The early date is against the Longiflorunis being on time and thought doubtless, when the time arrives, there will be a big stock, there will also be a big demand and the price will soar. There is every prospect of a good crop of Beauties. Several of the largest growers around the city say their plants will be just right and these will doubtless be very acceptable for Easter, which is. above all. a Beauty holiday. Other roses will be in good shape and there will be a large supply of all classes of bulb stock and callas. It is doubtful if carnations will be as plentiful as they have been in former years, everyone having been in crop now for a considerable time. There is no need of borrowing trouble, but it looks as though there may be a little shortage here. NOTES. Much sympathy is felt for Geo. Hunt in the death of his wife and for her sons A. E.. Fred G., and H. H. Hunt in the loss of their mother. Mrs. Hunt died at the family home, 1515 Payne street, Evanston, February 2 7, of dropsy and was buried at Rosehill cemetery March 1. Although for some considerable time Mrs. Hunt's death had been looked forward to it was a sad shock to both her hus- band and sons, all of whom were very devoted to her during her long and painful illness. Mrs. Hunt's maiden name was Mary Tolman, and the new carnation, raised by the boys, was one of her principal interests in life of late. It was a pretty and affecting tribute to her memory to make a casket cover of this carnation of which she had watched the progress with such interest and which was. of course, named after her. Mrs. Hunt .was born in Norfolk, Eng., August 18, 1838, and one still notices the east country dialect when speaking to her sons. She was in her seventy- second year, and besides her sons, three married daughters in London survive her. The stall holders at the Flower Growers' Market sent a very beautiful design to the funeral. As indicated in this column last week, Hoerber Bros, are going on with the addition to their plant at Des- plaines as soon as the weather per- mits. The addition is of 100.000 square feet of glass, to be used for roses, carnations and chrysanthemums, and Wietor Bros., Wholesale Growers of ..CUT FLOWERS.. 51 Wabash Avenne, CHICAGO. Price List American Beauties, Per doz Extra lone $5 00 36 inch stems 4 00 30-inch stems 3 00 24-inch stems 2 50 20-inch stems 2 00 ISlnch stems 1 50 15 inch stems 1 PO Short 75 Per 100 Killarney, extra $10 00 fancy 8 00 good 5 00 to 6 00 Richmond, extra 8 00 fancy f, 00 good 5 00 Mrs. Jardine, extra lo 00 fancy 8 00 good 6 00 White KUlamey, fancy 10 or to 12 00 Brides and Mails, fancy 6 00 to 8 00 good 4 00to 5 00 Uncle John, fancy 6 00to 8 00 good 4 CO to 5 00 Perle. fancy 10 cents ROSES, our selection $4 00 Carnations, extra fancy 2 00 to 3 00 Easter Lilies, short $2 00 per doz. Valley 4 00 Asparagus Plumosus, extra quality, per bunch 75c Fancy Ferns, per 1000 $2 00 All other stocit at lowest market rates. Prices subject to change without notice. No charge for paclcing. there is a possibility that a Beauty section may be added later. This just doubles the size of the plant. The contract for the ^^-oodwork has been let to John C. Moninger Co., of Blackhawk street, and Geo. M. Gar- land Co., tif Desplaines, has secured the contract for the Garland gutters for the entire addition. A new 150 h. p. boiler will be installed and the firm's own fltiers will do the steam fitting. Considerable alterations to the heat- ing apparatus will be taken in hand tgto. The American Florist. 273 RpyiiynrifH^ Extra Long Stems, m3 M^i-% \J Jl M Mw W7 $3.00 per doz. Our new spring crops of BeautieS are now on, and they are the best in this market. We can supply them in very large quantities. Remember the extra long stems are always the best quality. Killarneys, Richmonds, Maids, Brides and Pedes are also in with a big crop. Prices are falling every day. We bill out at the lowest market prices each day. Write for our Weekly Price List. We keep you posted on the market. Bassett & Washburn store and Office: 76 Wabash Ave., OFffJO^OO Greenhouses: HINSDALE, ILL at Peter Reinberg's home plant this season. New and larger steam inains are to be installe;! and readjustment of the heating coils. This is in part necessary owing to the removal of the entire stock of carnations to the new plant further north, where all these plants are now grown. Mr. Reinberg expressed himself as well satisfied witli ithe condition of the plants at this new Irange and. .iudging by the quality of the stock now ('oming in to 35 Ran- dolph street, he might Avell l)e. for it is excellent in eyery way. S. Muir reports good business at liis two south side stores up to the last week, when it lias been a little quieter. Funeral work has been plentiful and he has had several good wedding or- ders. At a recent wedding it took quite a little hunting around to get the SOO American Beauties necessary. In the greenhouses a nice batch of Forinosum lilies are likely to he just right for Easter, but the Longiflorums are a little behind. Bulb stock and azaleas are looking extremely well. Frank Johnson, of the A. L. Randall Co., js hack at the store after his sun- dry trips on tlic road. His last were through Ohio and Minnesota and he says that if lousiness would come along at the rate it has been tlie past few weeks he would like to stay out. Good all around was liis comment. Easter supplies are moving freely and a carload of caladiums and tube- roses has been received and most of them sent out again this week. John Mangel's store is extremely at- tractive now and he has stock of all kinils in excellent order. Trade is good here and wedding, funeral and other orders plentiful. We noted a fine lot of bulb stock in pots, also the pretty yellow Primula Kewensis, a species that should have a future as a market plant. The effect of the Wa- bash avenue windows hung with fine string smilax and filled with good stock is elegant. The G>eo. Wittbold Co. has a fine stock of palms and other decorative stock for Easter sales. Business dur- ing the last month has been excellent, according to Louis Wittbold, all classes of decorating being plentiful, so much so that it has footed up to one of the best months in the history of the firm. Rambler roses are very fine here and will be just right by Easter. Wietor Bros, are receiving large f uts of all the popular roses daily and We Are Cutting Heavily On Beauties, Roses and Carnations. Our Beauty crop is at its best now and we have large supplies in all grades. For Easter we will be exceptionally strong on Beauties, Roses, Carnations, and all Seasonable stock. The carnations now being shipped are unsur- passed in quality in this or any other market. PRICE LIST. BEAUTIES Per doz AMERICAN Extra long stems $5 00 36 inch stems 4 00 30 inch stems 3 00 24 inch stems... 2 BO 20 inch stems 2 CO 18 inch stems 1 50 16 inch stems 1 00 12 inch stems 76 Richmond, KUlarney, My Per 100 Maryland $6 00 to $10 00 Mrs. Field, Mme.Ctiatenay 6 00 to 8 00 Uncle John, Bride, Maid, Ivory, Sunrise, Golden Gate Perle Roses, our selection Carnations Harrisii VaUey Violets Adiantum Asparagus, per bunch ... Ferns, per 1000 6 00 to 5 00 to 1 50 to 8 00 8 00 4 00 2 50 15 GO 4 00 75 1 00 60 2 00 r»r*TrJephrolepis elegantissima. fine fronds well feathered, have been help- ing out the scarcity of first-class greens. They are of excellent quality and look as if they would last well. It now seems that the wages of the West Park gardeners were raised through independent petition of the gardeners themselves and not through the Federation of Labor, as stated in our issue of February 19. according to Thomas Skorupa, one of the gardeners. T. Rodgers, the union secretary, sup- plied the first information on the sub- ject. Sinner Bros, have been busy replen- ishing the coal bunkers, which had been considerably depleted during the recent cold snap. They are now well stocked up. Elegant stock of roses and carnations is now arriving at their stand on the Flower Growers' Market, so good that everybody wants it and it cleans up daily. A. T. Shotwell, of the ShotwellFloral Co., Fargo, N. D.. who was in the city this week, returning from the south, says he was nearly frozen to death down there. The wedding of Miss Ida Kroeschell, daughter of W. L. Kroeschell. and Mr. Von Ammon of this city will take place March 3. Lidies' Night. Florists' Club, I'nion restaurant, Thursday, March 3, at S p. m. J. B. Deamud is on a business trip in Wisconsin. Visitors: James Souden, Minneapo- lis. Minn.: E. S. Thompson. Benton Harbor, Mich.: Geo. Crabb, of Crabb & Hunter, Grand Rapids, Mich.; Harry Balsley, Detroit, Mich.; G. L. Freeman, *'Tiie Busiest House in Chicago »♦ a ID it ever appear to you that you could increase your business by carrying a grade of cut flowers that are just a little better than your competitor's ? You can get them from J. B. DEANUD CO. Fall River, Mass.; John Gipner. Niles, Mich.; Geo. H. Serviss. Batavia; A. T. Shotwell. of the Shotwell Floral Co., Fargo, N. D. bowi.i.m;. At the bowling on Thursday evening the Violets won three straight from the Roses and the Carnations won two from the Orchids. E. F. Winter- son has taken the place of Allie Zech. The fight for the Deamud cup is get- ting interesting. Last week Yarnall gained about 100 on John Zech and passed him in the averages. He is now close on the heels of Bergman, the real leader. This week the bowl- ing was held on Tuesday instead of Thursday, on account of ladies' night at the Florists' Club. The Violets beat the Carnations two out of three, the Roses treating the Orchids to the same tune. Standing of the Teams. W. L. Pet. VioU'ls . 35 23 .614 <'arnation s . . 32 25 561 Orcliirls . 27 30 .474 Roses . , . 20 37 351 Scores. Orchitis. 1st 2d, 3d. C'arnations 1st. 2d. 3d. Huehner . .149 1H6 129 Farley ... .144 132 122 Graff . . . .167 1211 14S Krauss . . 145 126 155 Bvfrs . . . .125 96 100 Winterson 99 142 150 Lin .117 1S2 105 Pasternlch 145 198 1-:! Zech ... . .161 162 123 Ayres .. . . 128 190 164 Totals .719 669 6051 Totals . 661 788 764 Violets. 1st. 2tl. Sd.lRoses. 1st. 2d. 3d. Bergman .1.16 13S 157laoerish .. 96 192 160 .Johnson . .149 1.S7 162|WoIt 122 105 1113 Kruuhten .lis ir,7 liotpieser . . . 187 165 103 Lieberman 149 i;iO lS4lLorman . 187 165 SI Yai'nall 18.5 194 153lFischer . . 1 120 157 163 Totals .752 806 766] Totals ..674 752 646 NE'W Ca.stle. Ind. — Joseph Lynch, of the Dingee & Conard Co.. of West Grove, Pa., has been in town on busi- ness connected with his firm and the South Park Floral Co, PouiiHKEEP.siE, N. Y. — Chas. Mitch- ell is making arrangements to move his greenhouse business from S. Win- nikee avenue to the end of the same street, where he has purchased a lot and will erect a new shop with more and greatly improved machinery. c^HA.MPAifiN, III. — The Johnson greenhouses on Bast Springfield ave- nue narrowly escaped total destruc- tion by fire during the night of Feb ruary 17. The crew of the "owl" car from Urbana saw the flames and at once roused Mr. Johnson, afterwards helping to put out the fire. SCRANTOX. Pa. — Director of Public Works C. \. Terwillinger and John Cleland, who will donate a greenhouse to the city, visited Nay Aug park February 19, and after a conference with .Superintendent of Parks Thomas Phillips, decided upon the present site of the deer park as the best location for the greenhouse. MARION, Ind. — The Maple' Heights Greenhouse, located on the Hunting- ton pike, formerly owned by Gunnar Teilman and recently purchased by Mrs. Alfred Butterworth, has been sold to David Rudicel of 919 North Wash- in^-fon street. The consideration was $3,800. The transfer of the property includes four acres of land, a dwelling house, barn and greenhouses. The new proprietor took possession March 1. igio. The American Florist. 275 Cut Flowers | E. H. HUNT FOR AU OCCASIONS. FLORISTS* SUPPLIES TOO. -SEND FOR PRICE LIST. 76 Wabash Avenue, CHICAGO. KYLE & FOERSTER, W. p. KTIE. 51 Wabash Ave., -CONSIGNORS SOLICITED. Wholesale Florists. L. D. Phone Raodolph 3619. JOSEPH FOKRSTIR CHICAGO. KENNICOn BROS. WHOLESALE CUT FLOWMS 48-50 Wabash Ave., *>||5^«£,rt L Bt, nione, Central 466. V»niCaflO W* will have inythiOE in the line of CUT FLOWERS and GREENS that r«u may want if anybody has it, at Chicaffo market prices on day of shipment. GHAS. W. McKELLAR^ 51 V^Tabaah Ava„ CHICAGO. ORCHIDS A Specialty Fancy Stock in Peonies, Valley. Roses, Beanttes, Carnations and a full line f a 1 1 cm Flowers. Greens, Wire-Work and Florists* Supplies. Send (or Complete Catalogue. POLHLMANN BROS CO. Wholesale Growers of and Dealers in Cut F'*'l0'%jv©irs AU telegraph and telephone orders given prompt attention. Greenbonses 32-37 Randolph St. MOBTON GROVE, OL. CHICAGO. St. Louis. TRADE SLOW. The prolonged winter weather is having a tendency to make trade slow. Stock piles up and, if it were not for funeral work, there would be a more decided glut. The violet and sweet pea glut continues. White carnations are short. Roses are more plentiful. Quite a few callas are in. Wholesale men are having a hard time to dispose of surplus stock. The plant men are getting ready for Easter. Bulbous stock will be about right and, at time of writing, a fair supply of lilies is expected. For Easter, outdoor south- ern jonquils will be coming in. The early Easter will keep the outdoor narcLssus from crowding the indoor stock. NOTES. The committee, consisting of Messrs. De Wever, Smith, Guy and Connon, met at the wholesale house of W. C. Smith Wholesale Floral Co. to discuss E.C.AMLIN6 THE t,AK.GEST, BEST EQUIPPED, MOST CENTRAIvLY LOCATED WHOLESALE CUT FLOWER HOUSE IN CHICAGO. 32. 34, 36 RANDOLPH STREET, CHICAGO. L. D. 'Pbones Central 1978 and 1977. YlioMe Rower MwKete Chicago, liar. Roses, Beauty, extra select ... 36 in 30in 18in ISin Short '\ Bride, Bridesmaid, select.. S medium 4 Killarney. select ... 6 medium and short Mrs.Jardine 4 Mrs, Potter Palmer My Maryland ■■ Perle " Richmond 4 Uncle John .. White Killarney, select 8 medium 4 Carnations, select fancy 3 common and splits . 1 Callas perdoz,. 150 Hyacinths, Roman 2 Lilium Harrisii ..perdoz.. 2 00 Lily of the Valley 3 Mignonette .^ Narcissus . .... 2 Orchids perdoz.. 6 00@ 9 00 Sweet Peas Violets Adiantum per lOCO. AsparagusPlum. strings, each, 60^ sprays 3 Sprengeri 3 Boxwood, per bunch.. 3Sc percase Ferns per 1000. Smilax 5 00 4 00 300 2 00 1 to 75 Per 100 ooeio 00 oue 6 00 oc@iooo 400 O0@10 00 800 8 00 7 00 00@12 00 600 oo@io CO 00@ 6 00 00® 4 00 00@ 2 00 CO® 2 50 15 00 00@ 4 00 005 S 00 00(8 3 00 40@ 1 00 35@ 50 1 50 S 75 00® 4 00 00@ 4 00 7 50 2 00 1 50 the Bulletin Advertiser to be issued for the local gi'owers here. This bulletin is solely to advertise the wants of local growers and what they have to sell. Geo. Windier and J. J. Beneke are also on the committee. We regret to announce the death of Rufus J. Lackland, for many years president of the board of trustees of the Missouri Botanical Gardens. He retired as president January 1. A special call has been made by President Geo. Windier of the Florists' Club to members to attend next meet- ing, March 10, as it is to be a very important one. WIETOR BROS. ^„°„'|?«'«j Cu< Flowers An teleerapb and telephone orders giTCit prompt attention. 51 Wabash Ave.. CHICAGO. Quality Counts.. Let us have your next order for Rosea and Carnations and ether Seasonable Flowers, JOHN KRUCHTEN, 51 Wabash Ave.. cmCAOO . HOEBBER BROS. Wholesale Growers of CBt Flowers, Telephone Randolph 2758. Greenhouses: DES PLAINES, ILL. Store: 51 Wabash Avenue, CHICAGO Zech&Nann Wholesale Plorists Room 218, 51 Wabash Ave., CHICAGO Telephone, Central 3284. A. L. Randall Co. 19-21 Randolph St., CHICAGO. L. D. Phone Central 1496. Private Exchange All Departments. If you do not receive our price list regularly send for it. GROWERS*-- SHIPPERS ,^ =riix FLOWEDC" t^ V** 59 WABASH AVE. *V* ^ONE CENTRAL eUa The preliminary premium list of the flower show to be given this fall by the Horticultural Society will shortly be issued. The Riessen Floral Co. did an im- mense trade the past week in violets and very large funeral orders. Arthur Ellisson is no longer with the park department. He is now with the city forestry department. C. Young & Sons Co.'s windows are brilliant with bulbs, azaleas and early blooming plants. Visitor: E. J. Fancourt, represent- ing Pennock-Meehan & Co., Philadel- phia. W. F. 276 The American Florist. Mar. 5. Philadelphia. TRADE DULL. Dullness has been the feature the past week, the complaint of "nothing doing" being very general. If it was not for the early morning wreaths and clusters the story would be sad in- deed. With such a poor demand stock in all lines has piled up and quantity buyers get it at their own price. There were several very mild and spring- like days, of which the cash store brethren took advantage, and this helped some. Daffodils are very plen- tiful, as are also tulips; these are sold very low in quantity lots. Carnations that grade high are offered at low prices. Violets are also down 25 per cent, and so it is all along the line. Some lay the blame on the street car strike, which may be responsible for a part by keeping some of the would- be buyers at home. About 75 per cent of the cars are now running during the day and 25 per cent at night There was some talk of calling out the Amalgamated Order of Florists in a sympathy movement, but it did not work, and every member will continue to draw his full pay on Saturdays. There is a talk of 90,000 men of the various trades unions walking out in sympathy on next Saturday, which will, if the threat is carried out, give a very serious turn to the situation. The growers are now offering a very nice line of flowering plants. Pans of hyacinths and tulips, daffodils and crocuses, primulas, cinerarias, daisies, azaleas, lilacs, cyclamens, bougainvil- leas, Easter lilies and spireas. For these there is a fairly good demand, mild sunny days in early spring nearly always helping their sales. NOTES. There was a very good attendance at the March meeting of the Florists' Club held last Tuesday evening. It was carnation night, with Mr. Herr the essayist of the evening, whose excel- lent paper received the closest at- tention and for which he received the thanks of the club. The discussion which followed the reading of Mr. Herr's paper was quite spirited, Messrs. Pennock, Farenwald, Grakelow, Kru- ;er. Seeker, Thilow, Stroud, Westcott, Wertheimer and others taking active part. The methods of business in handling and keeping flowers was the principal topic and many points were brought out. The exhibition was ex- cellent, both in point of quantity and variety, there being a goodly propor- tion of new varieties, and all the ex- hibits showed excellent culture. Preparations for Easter are now in full swing at all the principal grow- ers in tills vicinity. The lily question is uppermost in the minds of many. as quite a few crops are reported a little undertimed. Godfrey Aschmann i.^ beaming over these days. He says he never had his stock in such perfect shape, everything being just right for Easter, azaleas, lilies, spireas and hy- drangeas. Cinerarias and bulbous stock are his staples, with a fine assortment of araucarias as a leader all the sea- son round. His place is well worth a visit as Mr. Aschmann is nearly always there to enthuse the visitor with his optimistic ideas of the future of the business. David Anderson, of the Lansdowne- Garrettford contingent, is gaining in glass area along with the best of them and has just closed a contract with the King Construction Co. for two houses, 35x150 feet. The genial rep- resentative of this firm is a hard man to get away from, as by his convincing manner he shows his entire confidence and belief in the great ac"'fantage of using his style of nreenh' 083 struc- tures. We Claim That APHINE Is the Most Effective Insecticide Now on the market for the destruction of the Mealy Bug, Brown and White Scale. Others may claim their remedy to be "just as good," but we claim ours to be better — and have publicly proven this beyond a doubt. We also claim Aphine to be no less effective against Green, Black and White Fly, Red Spider and Thrips. We are prepared to guarantee a uniform product at all times and one that will do all we claim for it. For Green, Black and White Fly it is used at the strength of 1 part Aphine to 40 parts water. For Red Spider, Thrips, Slugs and Ants, 1 part Aphine to 25 parts watc'r_ For Mealy Bug, White and Brown Scale, 1 part Aphine to 15 parts water. Price: $2.50 per Gallon. Aphine is becoming universally recognized as the leading general insecticide for the greenhouse and garden. Your spring order will not be complete if it does not include Aphine. li your supply house does not yet handle Aphine, write us for names of our nearest selling agents. Aphine Manufacturing Company, Madison, New Jersey The National Association of Garden- ers will hold an exhibition in connec- tion with the Pennsylvania Horticul- tural Society on March 15-17. Over 40 pieces of silver plate and cups will be offered in prizes. There will be a banquet on Tuesday, March 15, which will, no doubt be a very fine affair. The southern trade of the H. A. Dreer Co. is opening up in a very en- couraging manner, many large orders having been received. The herba- ceous stock is larger than ever and by the system of growing much of it in small pots it is always ready for immediate shipment. A special selection of mignonette is one of the offerings of the Leo Niessen Co. at this time. Business is reported a trifle slow, but all right for the season. Bayersdorfer & Co. are introducing a new expanding crepe paper cover that looks like a winner. Great prepa- rations are being made for the Easter trade. At McKissick's one cannot get away from Mrs. Jardine rose; as shown here, it is in it with the very best. "Violets are also a specialty. K. Buffalo. FUNERAL WOEK ACTrVE. The city is still enjoying all the beauties of winter from zero to a heavy fall of snow, followed by a thaw. This has been our position the past week. Very few receptions, no weddings of any size, but several dinners at the dif- ferent clubs on Washington's birthday kept all busy. Funeral work has been quite active. Roses are good and in fair supply. Beauties are not in de- mand but good. Carnations are plenti- ful and good. Bulb stock is plentiful and meeting a fair sale. Saturday found all stores on Main street an- nouncing bargains in violets and car- nations, the former selling at 25 cents the bunch of 50 positively fresh, while 25 carnations for 50 cents was another sign. All seem to be hopeful of their stock in the greenhouses for Easter. NOTES. S. A. Anderson has got into his new office where there is more room, also more space in the store for other work, floor space always being at a premium. On Tuesday evening all of his store people, together with the greenhouse superintendent, had a sleigh ride, followed by a luncheon at his home. To say that it was enjoy- able would be putting it mildly. The playing of Miss Sauer and the singing of Miss Goehring were very much ap- preciated. After a pleasant evening all voted Mr. and Mrs. Anderson the best entertainers to be found. We are on the eve of what promises to be an exciting time in the Florists' Club, the election of a president, the flower show and the banquet, all of which will take place at the Iroquois on Tuesday evening. Arthur E. Beyer is now a resident of Denver, managing the store of J. A. "Valentine. Denver has got a first- class florist and we have lost one. Everything points to the west. The death of James Buxton removes the last of the old school of florists and growers who were both store men and growers about 40 years ago, get- ting their early tuition in England. "Visitors: Harry Bunyard, of A. T. Boddington, New York; J. J. Karins, of H. A. Dreer Co., Philadelphia; Reed & Keller's representative, and Wm. Dvkes, of Ed. Jansen, New York. BISON. rgio. The American Florist. 277 Bulbous Stock Single Daffodils, Golden Spur and Princeps, Tulips, Pink, White, Red and Yellow. Valley, Very Choice, $3.00 and $4.00 per 100. 1 n L L LO INIloSLIN i>0.t wholesale norists" ^u^Mu Pubescens. Long graceful sprays of small yellow, ball shaped flowers, beautiful foliage, a very choice novelty $2.50 per bunch. iV^^°i,^ch street. Philadelphia. Pa. j Beauties Lily of the Valley, Carnations and all Tea Roses, In lots of one hundred to one thousand. Phone or wire us. WELCH BROTHERS, Dev..'if,e s,. Boston, Mass. Crafted aod Own Root Rose Plants Killarney, Richmond, My Maryland, White Killarney, (Waban strain) , Kaiserin, Bride and Bridesmaid. -» — Send for Prices W. H. Fllidft, Brightoo, Mass. Pittsburg Florists' Exchange Wholesale Cut Flowers Everything Ssasonable Headquarters for Ferns. Galax. Leucothoe and Wild Smilax. and carry a larye supply of the best on hand at all times. We quote the following interesting prices on small or large quantities. Ferns, fancy and ^dauEers.Sl 25 per 1000 Galax, green and bronze h5c per lOOJ. Leucothoe, green and bronze 65c per 100. Wild Smilax, large cases. $'1.!0 per case. 15 Diamond Square, PITTSBU RG, PA. ¥lioMe Hover M^Keto Pittsburg. Mar. 2. Per 100 Roses. Beauty, special 25 00i840 00 attra 15 00@i0 00 No.l 8 00012 00 " Bride Bridesmaid 4 00@ S (jO ■ Chatenay 4 00@ S CO '■ Killarney 4 00@ 8 00 ■ My Maryland '^ 00@ S 00 • Richmond 4 00@ 8 00 Carnations 1 00@ 2 00 SouTardias 2 50@ 3 09 Callas 10 00 Cattleyas 50 00060 00 Cypripediums 15 00 Dafiodils 3 00@ 4 00 Gardenias 35 00050 00 Hyacinths. Romans 2 00 Lilac, white per bunch, 1000150 Ljlium Longiflorum 12 00 Lily of the Valley 4 00 Mignonette 4 00 Narcissus 2 000 3 00 Pansies 2 00 Primroses 50© 75 Sweet Peas 50© 1 00 Tulips 3 00 Violets, double 500 75 single 25 Adiantum 150 Aspai'agusSprengeri, per bunch, 50 strings. ..per string, 50 sprays. ..per buncb, 50 Smilax 15 00 Philadelphia, Mar. 2. Per 100 Roses, Beauty, extra 40 00075 00 first 25 00035 00 " Brides and Maids 60(01000 ■ Tea 60001000 •• extra 12 00025 00 Carnations 4 000 6 00 Cattleyas 50 00075 00 Lillnm Harrisii 12 00015 00 Lily of the Valley 4 00© 5 00 Mignonette 5 00© 6 00 Sweet Peas 75© 1 00 Violets, single 75© 1 00 double 1 00© 1 50 Smilax 15 00020 09 Boston, Mar. 2. Per 100 Rosea. Beauty, best 25 000 50 00 medium IS 00025 00 culls 50001000 " Bride, Bridesmaid 4 000 6 00 ■■ Extra 6 000 8 00 Carnations 2 Oii0 3 00 selected 3 00(<>4 00 CiUas 8 00@16 00 Cattleyas 50 Oi 075 00 LlUum LongiBorum 10 00012 OO Lily of the Valley 2 000 4 00 Smilax 12 00015 00 The MlcCallum Co., inc. "WE HAVE THE STOCK" 937 Liberty Ave., Pittsburg Qualities Best. Prices Right. Pittsburgh Cut Flower Co., Wholesale Florisfs and Growers, The House that has and sells good goods at fair prices. Salesrooms, 222 Oliver Ave. PlfTSBURGH, PA. Choice Assortment of CUT FLOWERS will be found here. WRITE FOR PRICES. W. E. McKissicK ^ Bros. WHOLESALE FLORiaXS . Absolutely The Beat Poastible Service. Bnsiness Hours 7 a. m. to 8 p. m. 1619-1621 Ranstead St., PHILADELPHIA, PA. EVERYTHING A FLORIST USES. The Denver Wholesale Florist Co. 1433-35 California St. Mention tlie American Florist when writing RICE BROTHERS Wholesale norlsta and Sapplles. 1 15 N. 6th St., MINNEAPOLIS, MINN. Cat nowers received twice daily. Can fill 7»ur orders to your satisfaction. Also headquarters for Wild SmUax, Boxwood, Galax Leaves, Hardy Fancy Ferns. Prices quoted on large quantities, Portland, Me. J. W. Minott Co. has been very busy of late. This firm always makes a large show of choice flowers at ihe store, all of its own growing. Sunny Bank Greenhouses report good business, as do Skillin Bros., who are doing more business than last year. N. W. Hannaford, of Gorham, has opened a store on Preble street, to be known as the Hiawatha Flower Store. A. o.a..ii.ii,,i.,it.'ir«'iI'MP"«"i''M'»l"irH'M''M"ll"l''U'«"l»"»''l"W Rhinebeck, N. T. — Hubert Green, late of Eighmyville, has bought prop- erty here and intends starting in the violet growing business. THE MUNK FLORAL CO. Wholesale Growers of CUT FLOVkERS Columbus, Ohio Weiland & Olinger w 128 E. Third Si., CINCINNATI, 0. hoksalc Growers and Shippers ol Cut Plowcrs. The American Florist. ALFRED H.LANGJAHR WHOLESALE FLORIST Telephone 4626=4621 Madison Square. 55 Wesl 28th St., NEW YORK. 50,000 EASTER LILIES. ASTKR will soon be here, only three more weeks. Now is the time for the Grower to consider how he will dis- pose of his stock to the best advantage. And the Retailer should give a great deal of thought to where he shall place his orders, where he can be confident that the consignor will only ship fresh stock. I can safely vouch that my Growers do not pickle, but ship regularly every day, and good freth stock. Easter coming much earlier this year, the weather is apt to be uncertain and cool, so that all the cut flowers should be of a more superior quality than heretofore, providing the Growers do not pickle same Retailers should get in touch with the Wholesaler whose Grower will stand on his reputation. It is almost certain that at this Eastertime, all crops are on and flowers of all kinds should be plentiful and reasonable, and of an exceptionally high grade all around. This will give the Retailer a fine opportunity to stock heavily on cut flowers and fill his orders to his Cus- tomers' and his entire satisfaction. We wish to Offer for Easter the Following: Richmond Roses, Marylands, Killarneys, Ivorys, Brides and Maids. CARNATIONS: Afterglow, Victory, Wliite Enchantress and Enchantress, White Lawson, Lawson and Patten. Oceans of Violets and Bulbous Flowers, Etc. New York. BETTEB BUSINESS. Business was quiet throug-hout the past week until Saturday, when there was quite a revival. Though prices did not advance to any appreciable ex- tent, stock sold out better and there was evidence of something doing. American Beauty roses hold up well because good ones are scarce; 60 cents each is the ruling price for specials, and possibly a few are sold for higher figures, but they are the exception. There has not been a surplus of tea roses, but on the other hand, the de- mand has been light, consequently it has caused lively hustling to move now, a surplus of carnations, violets and tulips. Good carnations are sell- ing for $2 per 100; violets for 30 cents per 100, more or less, generally them all. There has been, and is less; tulips average $1 per 100. We advise the people who are continually "knocking" on the wholesalers of this cit.v and charging that the trade papers "stand in" with the wholesal- ers, to take a day off and visit this district. We feel sure that it would do them good. If any wholesaler can sell stock any cheaper than many are now compelled to sell it, pay commis- sions and rent and live, he is a wonder and should have a place reserved for him in the hall of fame. We had bet- ter gn at the facts now, and the peo- ple who have taken up the growing of flowers with the expectation of making a fortune in a few years, had better get out or curb their ambition. It is but a plain statement of facts that the florist business is being greatly overdone. Expansion is good if it comes from a healthy growth, but the present condition of the cut flower business is not healthy. But this is a free country and we would much prefer to see a man burn up money in the cut flower business than to see him burn it in the great White Way, where he is sure to get a headache. On Washington's birthday there were hopes of at least average business. These were all blasted on account of the day opening with a pouring rain, which continued until noon. There was a surplus of nearly everything, and there is no help for it, as a bad storm always cuts in on counter trade. The amount of stock used in dinner decorations on such a day as this is insignificant. Many society people left town on Saturday. Carnations and violets were particularly noticeable in the surplus. NOTES. Herman C. Steinhoff. of West Ho- boken, N. J., who ships to the New York Cut Flower Co., is now sending in Baby Rambler roses, finely flow- ered. A recent visit to his range showed that he has a great stock of pot roses, all in the pink of condi- tion. These include his new rambler, Agnes Steinhoff, which will be dis- seminated this year. Crimson Ram- bler, Magna Charta and a number of other good varieties. Among the rose stock, a noteworthy feature is a lot of American Beauties in pots. His lilies, hydrangeas, azaleas and other pot stocks are very fine, as is all his stock. Chris. Monalons was arrested at Forty-second street and Fourth ave- nue, on the night of February 22, for selling flowers without a license. Chris, was mad clean through, and here are a few of the things he said: "This is a free country, huh? George Washington's birthday, huh? Father of his country, huh? Arrest a man for selling flowers on his birthday, huh?" With reference to the above it may be said that every man is sup- posed to obey the law. Indications point toward good stocks of Easter plants, but there are doubts in regard to a large supply of liiles. Much lily stock seems back- ward and it is doubtful if it can be brought in by Easter. It is reason- able to suppose that what does come in will sell well. As an offset, it gems certain that there will be a good supply of pot roses, azaleas, hydran- geas, spireas and other pot stock. Some of the proprietors of retail stores make a great outcry against street vendors. There is a remedy. They should buy up the stock and make it impossible for the street men to secure it. Under present conditions there are thousands of dollars worth of stock sold by the street men that would otherwise be lost. We must face conditions as they are; not as we wdsh to have them. Wm. H. Young, the well known rose grower of Clifton, N. J., is now asso- ciated with his brother, John Young, in the management of the extensive rose range of the John Young Co., Bedford. Terre haute, Ind. — It is reported that Otto Heinl will grow only a few chrysanthemums hereafter, devoting his attention mainly to chickens. Oswego, N. Y. — The Campbell Flow- er and Seed Co. has incorporated with the secretary of state. The company is capitalized at $10,000, divided into shares of $10 each. The directors for the first year are Anna R. Partridge, Patrick G. Campbell, Charles J. Bel- linger, James Kelly and Harry E. Joy. The business, which has heretofore been conducted by P. G. Campbell, will be continued. The company will soon move from the present quarters of the western terminal of the lower bridge to the new building under course of erection on the river dock. igio. The American Florist. 2T9 18S9 Telephone 107 Madlion Sqnare. J. K. ALLEN, lOlO Wholesale Commission riorlat, ■stabUsbed 1887. NEW YORK CITY. 106 West 28tli Street, Open the year around to receive shipments of Cut Flowers. Open Ivcry Morning at 6 a. m. Prompt Returns To Shlppen A. L. YOUNG & C0.,^f3L*.^ian(iManhattan Flower Market, t!,!*^:;^!^!!!;* WHOLESALE FLORISTS. Consignments of Choice Cut Flowers Solicited. Prompt Payments. Give Us a Trial Traendly £ Schenck, WHOLESALE FLORISTS, NEW YORK. 44 WWT 28tk STurr. riHoes, 798 and 7M. Young & Nugent, Telephone 2065-2066 MadlioB Square. 42 West 28th Street, To out-of-town florists We are in tbe Heart of And give special attentioD to steamer and Theater orders, Prompt deliveries and best stock in tbe market. New York Wholesale Florist CHAEES MILUNG On the ground floor of New York Cut Flower Os. and Cut Flower Exchange, 26th Street and 6th Avenue and |MB%a/ '%/0\W%^ 444 6th Avenue, niCvT I IP K IV 0>eo from i a.m. to ( p.m. The "Hiib" of tlie Wkoteiale DUtriet Alexander J. GuUman, THE WHOLHSALK ) lORIST OF NEW VdkK 34 WKST 28lh STKKET K.NDLT.H SAID HEADQUARTER^ ■.,^e>N YORK Give OS a TriaL We can Please von. ii Roses, Carnations and all kinds of Seasonable Flowers In Stock. WM. F. KASTING CO.=i^ Florists' SappUes and Wire Designs. August Millang WHOLESALE FLORIST 41 W. 28th St., NEW YORK N.Y. Cut Flower Exchange Coogan Bldg.,6th Ave.&W. 26th St,. New York. Open for Cut Flower Sales at 6 o'clock Every Morning, Desirable Wall Space to Rent for Advertising. V. S. DORVAL. Secretary. B. S. Slinn, Jr. WHOLESALJE FLORIST 55 and 57 W. 26th St., NEW YORK Telepbones: 4620 4621 3864 Madison Sq. VIOLETS "^k^^^ Shipping O rders Receive Prompt Attention. Bbookltn, N. T. — James Park, who died here February 19, was a well known figure among florists and hor- ticulturists. He was born in Scotland in 1844 and after coming to this country was gardener to Thos. A. Edi- son for several years. l^oMe Rower M^te New York. Mar. 2. Roses, Beauty, special 40 OOffiSO 00 fancy 25 00^35 00 No.l 10 00015 00 No.2 6 mir S 00 No.3 2 to© 3 UO Bride. Bridesmaid, special. S OtrolO Ou extra and fancy 6 00@ 8 00 No. land No, 2 3 00^4 00 Killarnev. special 10 OOa'ia 00 extra and fancy. 6 OOS 8 00 No.l and No. 2. 3 00@ 5 00 My Maryland 4 00ffil2 CO Richmond 3 008)15 00 Carnations 505) 2 09 Callas perdoz.. 1008 125 Cattleyas 25 00560 00 Gardenias perdoz.. 2 005 4 00 Hyacinths 1 OOffl 1 25 Lilium LoDgiflorum 5 003) 8 00 Lily of the Valley 1 OOff) 2 50 Mignonette .per doz.. 50® 1 00 Narcissus Paper White 1 003) 1 50 Yellow 1 005 2 00 Sweet Peas. per doz. bunches, 755 1 25 Tulips 1 f OS) 2 00 Violets 25® 50 Buffalo. Mar. 2. Roses. Beauty, special 5 00 fancy 4 00 extra 3 00 Bride. Maid. Killarney 4 00@12 00 Carnations 1 50@ .^ 00 Callas 10 00ai2 UO Daffodils 2 00® 4 00 Daisies 1 005 1 50 Hyacinths. Romans 2 005 ,^ 00 Jonquils 3 00© 4 00 Lilium Longiflorum 12 00015 00 Lily of the Valley 3 00@ 4 Mignonette 2 00@ 4 00 Myosotis per bunch 25 FORD BROS., Eecelvera and Shippers of Fresh Flowers 48 West 28th St., NEW YORIC Telephone 3870-3871 Maditon Squu*. ALFRED H. LANGJAHR WHOUBSALB FLORIST. 55 W. 28tli Street, NEW YORK. All Sowers in season. Conslgoments of first class stock solicited. Telephones 4« 2 6 and 4627 Madison Sqnare Moore, Hentz & Nash, WHOLESALE COMMISSION FLORISTS 68 and S7 West CSfli SIrMt, raUpkoB* No, 7Si mittMM w^x..' Mallsoa Sqatre. NEW YORK. Mention theAincrican Florist ivhcn writing HORACE E. FROMENT WHOLESALE COMMISSION American Beauty Roses a specialty. Ro6es, Violets, Carnations, Valley, Lilies, Etc. 57 West 28tli St., NEW YORK CITY Telephones: 2200 and 2301 Madison Square. Walter F.Sheridan WHOLESALE FLORIST , Telephones: 3532 and 3533 Madison Sq. 39 West 28th St., NEW YORK. FLOWERS SHIPPED BY JOHN I. RAYNOR Are the best product of the best growers for the New York market. Adlantnm Croweaniun sold here exclusively. 49 West 28th St., NEW YORK Telephone 1998 Madison Square. KESSLER^BROS. 50 W. 28th St., NEW YORK. OUT FLOWERS Wholesale Plantsmen and Florists. Phone 2336 Madison Sliipments Everywhere, Prompt and satisfactory. Consignments solicited, 280 The American Florist, Mar. 5, Greens! Greens! Greens! Boxwood, oer case, 50 lbs.. $6.00: 100 lbs., Jll.OO Leucothoe Sprays, per lOO. 50c: per 1000. $4.00. Galax, greci] and bronze, per 1000. 75c: per case lOOflO. ?.600. WildSmllax, per 50-lb. case. $5.00: 2 case lots, $9.00 4 case lots, $16, Smilax, per dozen strings $1 50. Fancy lastem Ferns, per 1000. $2.00; S.OOOIlots, $8 CO. Green Sheet Moss, per bundle. $1.00. Spha^mn Moss, per bundle. $1.00. William Murphy, Wholesale Commission Florist. '"m-Iso!" 311 Main St., Cincinnati, 0. 'WHOLESAI.E PRICE LIST. Galax, Ferns and Leucothoe, direct from the woods to the dealer. Galax, (ireen and bronze, 50c i>erlOrO: Ferns, dag- ger a dfancv. *1 Oil per KOO; Greeen Leucothoe Sprays, rL-gular lennhs .^.OO per lUOO; 10 to 15-in. $1.00 per 10 0; Bronze Leucothoe, regular lengths $2.75 per li-OO. Special prices on lotsof lue.OCO and up. Terms strictly cash. f. o. b. Elk Rapids. N.C. North Carolina Evergreen Co,, Banners Elk, N. C. Qeorge Cotsonas & Co. Wholesale and Retail Dealers In all kinds of Evergreen Fancy and Daguer' Ferns Bronze and Green Galax, Phone 1202 Mad, Sa. MainStore, 50 W. 28tta St., NEW YORK. New Crop Ferns , FANCY and DAGGER ready May 1st. ; Special price for large orders \ Price $1.25 perlOOO. CALDWELL THE WOODSMAN CO., Ever^'een, Alabama Lansing, Mich. Gurdon B. Smith Covers all Points in Michigan. Best of Shipping Facilities in all Directions. Always has the best of Everything. Louisville, Ky. JACOB SCBULZ, 550 So. Fourth Avenue. Colorado Springs, Colo. FRANK F. CRUMP, Wholesale and Retail Florist Orders will be carefully cared for by MICHIGAN. HENRY SMITH, WAoleaale and Retail Florist of GRAND RAPStS. Leading Florist, .f TOLEDO, OHIO. All Orders Promptly Executed. GEO. A. HEINL Milwaukee, Wis. — Hundreds of people are visiting the greenhouses at Mitchell park every Sunday and en- joying the fine show of spring flowers put up by Gardener Gerlach. Henry M. Robinson & Co. Wholesale Commission Florists. r«* Plnnra«>c' "^ ^1^ kinds, Hardy Cut Ev«r- LUl riOWcrS greens and Florists' SuppUes. Dagger and Fancy Ferns $1.50 per lOOO Bronzr and Green Galax $1.00 per 1000: 8.S0 per 10 000 Leucothoe Sprays SlOOperlOO; $7.50perl00O Southern Wild Smilax, Branch Laurel, Laurel Festooning, Green and Sphagnum Moss, Boxwood Sprays, A large stock constantly on hand. Can hll orders at a moment's notice. Telephone or telegraph. BOSTON, MASS. FANCY. DAQQBR. Telephones: 2617-2618 Main; Fort Hill 25290. 15 Province Street and 9 Chapman Place, $1.75 per 1000 PANCY FERNS, New Crop Oalax, Bronze or Green $1.25 per 1008: K.fW, $7.19 Sphadnnm Moas. large bales $1.25: 6 bales. $7 .0>. Extra fine Lencolhoe Sprays. Green and Bronze $1.00 per 100; $7. SO per 1000 Boxwood per bunch. 3Sc: SOpound case, S8.5C Florists in the Middle and Western States can save money by placing their orders with us. A trial order solicited. MICHIGAN CUT FLOWER EXCHANGE, Inc. 38-40 Broadway, Wholesale Commis^on Florists and Florists' Supplies, All phone connections. DETROFT, MICH HOLTON&HINKELCO. Wholesalers of Fresh Flowers 462 Milwaukee St., MILWAUKEE, WIS. ^oMe Hover M&rKeto St. Louis. Mar. 2. RoseB, Beauty, long stems 25 00035 00 medium stems.... 15 00@20 00 short stems 4 000 6 00 Bride, Bridesmaid 4 00@ 8 00 Chatenay 5 00@10 00 Killarney 5 006 10 00 My Maryland S 00® S 00 Richmond 5 00610 00 Carnations 1 00@ 1 50 fancy 2 00@-3 0D Calbs 1000 Easter Lilies 10 00 Hyacinths. Roman 1 50@ 2 00 Jonquils 2 00 Narcissus 2 005' 2 50 Sweet Peas 150 40 Adiantum 1 50 Asparagus Sprengeri 2 00@ 3 00 Smilax 12 50015 00 Cincinnati. Mar. 2. Roses, Beauty. 2 000 6 00 Bride. Bridesmaid 3 00© 8 00 Golden Gate 3 000 8 00 Killarney 4 00010 00 Richmond 4 00010 00 Carnations 2 00® 3 00 Callas.. 12 50 Daisies — 50 Hyacinths. Miniature Dutch 4 00 Roman 3 00 Lilium Longiflorum 15 00 Lily of the Valley 4 00 Narcissus. Paper White 3 00 Sweet Peas 500 75 Tulips 3 oca 4 00 Violets, single and double 1 000 1 50 Adiantum 1 00© 1 50 .Asparagus Sprongori. per bch. 25 Stoilax 12 50*20 00 Milwaukee. Mar. 2. Ros«8. Beauty 1 500 5 00 •■ Bride, Bridesmaid 5 00012 00 '■ Killarney S 00012 00 ■' Liberty, Chatenay 2 000 8 00 •' Perle 4 00010 00 " Richmond 4 00010 00 Carnations 1 50® 4 00 Freesias 3 00 Lilium Giganteum 12 50 Longiflorum 12 50 Lily of the Valley 3 000 4 00 Narcissus. Paper White 3 00 Trumpet Major 3 000 4 00 Von Sion 3 000 4 00 Sweet Peas SO© 1 00 Tulips 2 00® 4 00 Violets 50© 1 00 Adiantum 1 50 Asparagus per string, 500 60 *' Plumosus. per buncb, 35@ 50 " Sprengeri, " " 35 Ferns, Fancy per 1000 2 00 C. A. KUEHN, Wholesale Florist, 1122 Pine SU, ST. LOUIS, MO. A Complete Line of Wire Designs. Mention the American Florist wheit writing WM. C. SMITH Wholesale Floral Co. WHOLESALE FLORISTS Both L. D. Phones. ST. LOUIS, MO. Supplies and Everything in Season always on hand Mention the American Florist when writing H. G.BERNING, Wholesale Florist, 1402 Pine St.. ST.LOUIS.MO Mention the American Florist when writing Perpetnated and Natural Sheet Southern Wild Smilax; L A. BEAVEN, Evergreen, All. Mention the American Florist when writing y$>. Seattle, ^^S^ Wash. Y I. W. McCOY igio. The American Florist. 281 DESIGNS OR CUT FLOWERS will be delivered for the trade In other cities by tlK firms below, the Leading Retailers In the cities «iv«*rrtf<, on Wire, Phone or Mall Orders. Alexander McConnell, 571 fifth Ave., Windsor Arcade, NEW YORK CITY. TELEGRAPH Orders forwarded to any part of the United States, Canada and all principal cities in Europe. Orders transferred or entrusted by the trade to our selection for delivery on steamships or elsewhere receive special attention. Telephone Calls: 487 and 488 38lh SI. Cable address: Alexconnell. Western Union Code. Cleveland, O. The Cleveland Cut Flower Co. Till fin your orders for desigms and cut floTwrs in NORTHERN OHIO. Dayton, O. Matthews. FLORIST 16 W. 3rd Street. Flowers in any arrangement for all occasions, for Dayton and vicinity. Long dis. Phones St. Paul, Minn. HOLM & OLSONt ST. PAUL. THE LEADING FLORISTS OF THE NORTHVVm Orders will be well cared for anywhere in MINNESOTA AND THE DAKOTAS. Los Angeles, Calif. J. W. Wolfskin, FLORIST. ''l^stS^iS'tg"' 2 18 W. 4th St St. Paul, Minn. L. L MAY & CO. Order your flowers (or deHverr In this section from the Leading Florists of the Northwest San Francisco, Calif. J. B. BOLAND Saccessor to Sievers and Boland, FLORIST 60 KEARNEY STR EET. Atlanta, Ga. Atlanta Floral Co. 4 1 P eachtree Street. Pittsburg, Pa. H. L. BLIND 6 BROS., Two StoresiLiberty Av.&Sth St.. 5424Center At. Greenhouses; West View. New York. Established 1874. DARDS N. E. Comer 44tli St. and Madison Ave. Has his own correspondents in all the large cities of Europe and the British Colonies. Cable orders forwarded by private code. Telegraph and Cable Ad- dress, DARDSFLOR. New York. FLORAL CO. We Guarantee Satisfaction 413 Madison Ave. cor. 48th St. Albany, N. Y. Flowers or Design Woric Delivered in Albany and Vicinity on Telegraphic Order. 11 NORTH PEARL STREET. Portsmouth, 0. Business for this month has been fine, with plenty of stock excepting green. Lincoln's birthday and St. Val- entine' day business was light to what it has been in other years. The great- est amount of work has been for fun- erals, as, owing to the lenten season, nothing has been doing along social lines. Quite a number of salesmen have been here this month looking up their trade. Weather conditions have been very unfavorable but we are looking for brighter weather from now on. K. Glen Cove, N. T. — The following are the officers of the Nassau County Horticultural Society: J. Duthie, president; J. Ingram, recording secre- tary; O. Ador, corresponding secre- tary. New Castie, Ind. — The F. J. Bent- ely Floral Co. has sustained a serious loss in the breaking in of the roof of its new rose house through the heavy snow. Not only is the house ruined but thousands of young plants have been frozen up, including 20,000 young American Beauty roses and a large quantity of budding stock. The loss is placed at $5,000. Otto Benthey says they will rebuild the house as soon as the weather permits. Detroit, Mich. John Breitmeyer's Sons Corner Miami and Gratiot Avennas. Artistic Designs. High Grade Cut Blooms. We cover all Michigan points and good sections of Ohio, Indiana and Canada. Kansas City, Mo. Geo. M. Kellogg Flower and Plant Co., 906 GRAND AVE. KANSAS CITY and PLEASANT HILL, MO. Will fill all orders (or Cut Flowers, Fnnera) Designs, Wedding and Birthday Gifts that ma, be entrusted to them, Terre Haute, Ind, John G. HeinI ft Son, 129 South Seventh St. Telephone 247. We are in position to fill promptly ^U mail, tele- phone, telegraph and cable ordert with kaaf quality stock in season. Pittsburg, Pa. A. W. SMITH CO. KEENAN BLDG. Largest Floral Establishment in America Q Established 1874. Incorporated 1909. Rochester, N; Y. J.B. KELLER SONS, C FLORISTS, ] 25 Clinton Avenue, N. Rochester Phone 606. Long Dis. Bell Pbone 1181 IN HEART OF NE>V YORK CITY Phone 2270 38th St. 1294 Broadway Oar Motto-THE GOLDEN RULE Kansas City, Mo. Samuel Murray 1017 Broaway ^ ^^/rv"a?o/; Both Phones 2670 Main. Write, Telephone All orders given prompt or Telegraph, attention, Louiiville, Ky. Established 1880. M. D. REIIVIERS ■ISuccessor to Chasf W. Reimers. 329 Fourth Avenue 282 The American Florist. Mar. 5, DESIGNS OR CDT FLOWERS .^^i Will be delivered for the trade in other cities by the " ns below,the Leading Retailers In the cities indicated Wire, Phone or Mall Orders, Chicago. Established Id 1857. 'mSM. 739 Buckingham Place, L. D. Fbone S58 Lake View. S«nd us Tour retail orders. Wl BATI TBI BBT FACILmES IN THE CITT Chicago. BAUSWIRTH FLORIST Auditorium Annex. Mall, TelBBraph or Telephone Orders Filled Promptly in Best Style. Qnciiuiatl, O. JULIUS BAER, 138-140 E. Fonrth St Long Distance Tbone. New Orleans CUT FLOWERS for Tonrists and General Trade. Wire or mail. Highest Grade Stock Only. UBUH J. VIPftIM —838-— ■ W I re W I 1^ I CANAL ST. Savannah, Ga. JOHN WOLF, Wholesale and Retail FLORIST. Kalamazoo and Battle Creek, Mich. fl. A. FISHER CO. Wholesale and Retail Florists. We Handle ETerything in Season. Milwaukee, Wis. CCPollworthCo. WUl take proper W'isCOnSUl. care of jour orders 'n » » *»v-v»» »»»»■• Buffalo, Niagara Falls, Lockport. S. A. Anderson, 440 Main St., Buffalo, N. Y. Mail. Telephone and Telesraph orders filled promptly wiib the choicest stock. Washington, D. C. I4th and R Streets. Also 1601 Eutaw Place, Baltimore, IVfd. Kansas City, Mo. WILLIAM L. ROCK, Flower Co., Will careftilly execute orderi for Kanias City and anj town in Missouri, Kansas or Oklahomts St Louis, Mo, Write. Wire or Fbone Your Orders to 1406 OUve Street, Reeular discount allowed on all orders., either Plants or Cut Flowers. rkones BeU. Main 2306, Klnlocti. Central 4981 FROM NEW TORK EXCEPT AS NOTED. March 8. Batavia. Ham.-Amer.. 3 p. m.. Hob. Pier. Noordam, Holl.-Amer., 9 a. m.. Hob. Pier. K. Wil, Der Grosse, N. Ger. Lloyd, 10 a. m., Hoboken Pier. March 9. Lusitania. Cunard, 9 a. m., Pier 56, N. River. FROM ST. JOHN, Pomeranian, Allan. March 10. LaSavole. French 10 a. m.. Pier 42, N. River. FROM BOSTON, Pretorian, Allan, !i a. m. MABCH 11. PROM ST. JOHN, Hesperian, Allan. FROM ST. JOHN, Empress of Britain. Caii.- Pacific. March 12. Caledonia, Anchor, 9 a. m., Pier 64. N. River. Perugia Anchor, Pier 64, North River. Adriatic, American, 10 a. m.. Piers 48 «& 49, North River. Vaderland, Red Star, 11 a. m.. Pier 14, North River. President Lincoln, Ham.-Amer., 10 a. m., Hoboken Pier. Berlin, N. Ger. Lloyd, 11 a. m.. Hob. Pier. Brooklyn, New York. "WILSON" 3 and 5 Greene Ave. and 339 to 347 Greene Ave. Greenhouses: Short Hills, N. J. Deliveries in NEW YORK, LONG ISLAND and NXW JZRSKT. New York. MYER, FLORIST, e09>eil Madison Ave. Phone 5207 Plaza. Indianapolis, !nd. BertermannBroSsCo. FLORISTS 241 Massachusetts Ave Omaha, Neb. Hess & Swoboda FLORISTS, 1&lRIST> WiSHINITOM D. C. Gude*s The Ideal Red Carnation O. p. BASSETT IT has been the Leading Red Carnation in this market, bringing the highest price of any and selling the best. It has paid us more money per square foot of bench than any other variety. The flowers are 3 J -2 inches in diameter, a deep brilliant red, and borne on long stiff stems. Winner of First Prize everywhere. Rooted cuttings, $50.00 per 1000; $6.00 per 100. Buy Direct From the Originators. Bassett & Washburn, Office and Store, 76 Wabash Ave., C hicago. Qreenhouses, Dinsdale, 111. 284 The American Florist. Mar. 5, The Seed Trade. I American S««il Trade AssociatloM. J. C. Robinson. Waterloo. Neb.. Pres.; M. H.Duryea. New Yorlt. First Vice Pre».: F. W. Bolgiano. Washing ton. D.C.. Second Vice- Pres.: C. E Kendel. Cleveland, O.. Sec'y and Treas.. Leonard H. Vaugrban. Cbicago, As8t. Sec'y. Twenty-eighth annual conven- tion, at Atlantic City. N. J. June 21. 1910. Chas. p. Beaslan expects to sail for Europe about April 1. THE text of the New York State seed bill will be found on pasre 287. Deteoit, Mich. — The American Seed Co. is airing some of its internal dif- ferences in court. New Toek. — Henry Nungesser is re- cuperating at the Marlboro-Blenheim, Atlantic City, but expects to return to business soon. W. ATLEE BUKPEE & Co. have the back cover page of the March issue of Country Life for their advertise- ment in colors. Bath, Me. — William R. Kimball, proprietor of the Pine Tree State Seed Co., has enlarged his business by the purchase of the Eastman Seed Co., of East Sumner, owned and operated by Mr. Eastman for 25 years. Seedsmen, through their catalogues, should tell their patrons that if suf- ficiently strong demands are made on their congressmen there is no good reason why free supplies of new types of cattle, horses, sheep, hogs, poultry, machinery and implements cannot be obtained on the same basis as free seeds. It is estimated that the . seed con- tracts just let by the Department of Agriculture for delivery the end of the year will amount to something like $115,000 of which about half went to California growers. A Boston seeds- man received an order for 15,000 pounds of beet seed at 91/2 cents, while a Toledo, Ohio, concern booked 5,000 pounds Brussels sprouts at 26 cents. The Commercial club of Omaha announced, February 21, that only 27% per cent of the seed corn held by the farmers in Nebraska will grow. The corn in the northern part of the state is worthless for seed, while in the southern part farmers who have tested corn find they have none to sell. Railroad companies are sending out warnings against planting untest- ed corn. Braslan Seed Growers Go. Lettuce, Onion, Sweet Peas, Growers for the Wholesale Trade Only. SAN JOSE, CALIF. RocKFORD, III. — R. H. Shumway has booked about 60,000 mail orders dur- ing January and February. Chicago. — Contract prices on the board of trade March 2 for grass seed were noted as follows: Timothy, $3.70. White clover, from 20 cents to to 25 cents. — Visitors: Chas. P. Bras- lan, San Jose, Calif., returning from the east; C. N. Keeney. Le Roy, N. T. The seed laboratory of the Bureau of Plant Industry, Department of Ag- riculture, Washington, D. C, in co- operation with the Agricultural Ex- periment Station of Purdue University, is establishing at LaFayette a seed- testing laboratory where seeds will be The Late James J. H. Gregory. S.-f Obituary PaRr 2(». tested for germination and adulterants. Samples for testing should be ad- dressed to the Agricultural Extension Department, Purdue Experiment Sta- tion, LaFayette, Ind. H. SUZUKI, of the Yokohoma Nur- sery Co., estimates that 7,000,000 lily bulbs were exported from Japan last season, including L. auratum and other garden varieties, his firm shipping .30,- 000 cases or approximately 4,000,000 bulbs. Mr. Suzuki, now in New York, will proceed to London about March 15 to take up the work connected with his country's horticultural display at the Japanese Exposition to be held at Shepherd's Bush, May to October. Peas # Beans Alfred J. Brown Seed Co^ Growers for the Wholesale Trade. GRAND RAPIDS, MICH. The Business Situation. Toronto, Ont. — The general outlook with the seed business, from a trade basis, is for a good average demand. Owing to the wet, backward planting season the past spring, considerable stock was carried over by the re- tailer in the heavier staples, but a large volume of repeat orders is an- ticipated. The demand for market garden supplies is good; it is a ques- tion of quality rather than cheap seed with the successful planter. With the heavy covering of snow every- where, the catalogue trade is some- what slow. European, as well as American grown supplies, are unusu- ally short and it is seldom that a like general shortage has been known. While limited quantities of surplus stocks are being offered, prices are not so vital as the question of quality and vitality. A season like the present is the opportunity for the holders of old stock to unload. The planter requires to exercise caution. Cleveland, O. — A. C. Kendel writes: "Our spring trade is not opening. We have had winter a continuous per- formance since December and last night another foot of snow fell on top of 40 inches of snow during the month of January, all of which rather discourages the making of hotbeds and gardens. We are not exactly dis- appointed for our stocks are nowhere near all in, a considerable shipment being on the way from abroad and a few items still owing. The ground- hog had a chance to see his shadow three or four hours on February 2 and the weather-wise say that means six weeks more of winter." Boston, Mass. — H. E. Fiske Seed Co. writes: "On account of its being so late when we mailed our catalogue we expected a falling off of our retail trade, but we find, instead, that it has greatly increased this year over last, both in the number of orders and the amount, and we are very pleased with the present outlook." — Schlegel & Fottler Co. writes: "The seed business of 1910 appears to be opening with un- usual briskness, so far as our house is concerned. We are also pleased to say that last autumn's business was an improvement over that of the year previous." Cincinnati, O. — J. Chas. McCullough writes: "Our trade is almost ex- clusively wholesale, and the greater part of our orders come from the jobbers. Our shipments so far are up to an average season, with more or- ders booked for ear)-- shipment than we have ever known before in the month of February. We are pre- pared for a rush of orders, and every- thing points our way for a full line of seeds, especially Kentucky blue grass and all natural grasses, as well as sunflower and poultry seeds.". New Orleans, La. — J. Steckler Seed Co. writes: "Business is opening up very nicely, and while we feel that it would have been still better had it not been for unfavorable weather con- ditions, we think that it will last longer now that it has started." Louisville, Ky. — Wood, Stubbs & Co. state that the weather this sea- son has been exceedingly bad for spring trade but, nevertheless, busi- ness shows quite a good increase over 1909. They are anticipating the best year they have had. igio. The American Florist. 286 VAN ZANTEN BROTHERS Royal NeUierland Bulb Nurseries and Export Trade. HILLEGOM, HOLLAND, Wholesale growers of the leading sortsof Hyacinths, Tulips, Narcissus, Crocus, Spireas, Gladiolus, Peonies, etc., etc. Write our traveler. MR. G. HYLREMA, care of Messrs. Maltus a Ware, 14 Stone St., New York, for Catalogue and Special prices of all HOLLAND BULBS AND PLANTS Mention the American Florist when writing A BARGAIN Gladiolus "1900" Brilliant, rich red color dark green foliage. Fine for massing on the lawn or in the park.- Healthy Bulbs $1.00 per 100; $8.00 per 1000. THOMAS J. OBERUN, SINKING SPRING, PA. Mention the American Florist when writing S. D. WOODRUFF & SONS, SEED GROW^ERS Dealers in Garden, Field and Flower Seeds, Spedalties: Beet. Carrot. Corn, Peas. Beans, Onion Sets and Seed Potatoes, Catalogue free. Contracts taken, 82-84 Dey Street. Orange, Conn. NEW YORK. Mention the American Florist when v)ritinff GET QUOTATIONS FROM LSNDRETH SEEDS which SUCCEED Bj,o.sdaie Bristol, Pb. Mention the American Florist when writing Fine Aster Seed Catalogue Now Ready. YICK & HILL CO., Box 613, Rochester, N. Y. BSTABLISHBD IN 1824. Bridgeman's Seed Warehouse RICKARDS BROS,, Props., 37 last IStll St, V««»r V/^i>U bet Bioadway and 4th Ave.. WCW lOrK Teiet>hoDe 4235 Gramercy. Chicago. — Vaughan's Seed Store re- ports February business considerably behind that of last year, both in counter and retail. A temperature of 10 degrees below zero the last week of this month gave emphasis to the depression. Marblehead, Mass. — James H. Greg- ory & Son write: "We consider our business this season equal to that of last. We are having 50 per cent more Inquiries for catalogues and the pros- pects are good for a big trade." Drccr 's Double Petunias OUR DOUBLE PETUNIAS, for more than half a century have been the acknowledged standard. The strain this season is equal in high quality to its pre- decessors, and is well known to the trade. We oiler 15 distinct varieties, in 214-inch pot plants, at 60c per dozen; $4.00 per 100; the set of 16 varieties for 76c. Seed of our SUPERB STRAIN OF FRINGED PETUNIAS. Double, 75c per 500 seeds; $1.50 per 1000 seeds. Single, 50c per trade pkt.; $1.00 per 1-16 oz.; $1.60 per Vs oz. The above prices are intended for the trade only. Our Quarterly Wholesale Price List, issued January 1st, offers a full line of Seasonable Plants, Seeds and Bulbs. HENRY A. DREER, Philadelphia, Pa. -FOR- SEEDS OP ALL KINDS APPLY TO W. W. JOHNSON & SON, Limited, Boston. Elncland. Mention the American Florist when writing STOCK SEED flak's Brancbing in all colors. Trade packet. 40c.. oz.$4.00. Pure White, tr. packet. 50c.. oz.S5.00. Also Beauty of Nice strains. H. E. FISKE SEED CO., Boston, Mass. CLEARINC SALE Perennial Rye Grass (Lolium Perenne). crop 1909. The heaviest seed ever imported, weighing 26 lbs. per bushel. Samples on request.; lb.. 6c; 100 lbs., $5.50. l.o.b. New Orleans. THE AVENUE FLORAL CO., 3442 St. Charles Ave.. NEW ORLEANS. LA. Floral Park, N. T. — John Lewis Childs says business opens up slowly on account of hard winter all over. — • Miss Mary E. Martin says orders are coming in about the same as last year this time. Washington, D, C. — F. W. Bolgaino & Co. write: "We find business in January far ahead of that of a year ago, but, on account of bad weather, February is not as good as last year." JOHN BODGER & SONS CO. Gardena, Calif. Wholesale Growers of Sweet Peas, Tomatoes, Lima Beans, Lettuce, Asters, Cosmos and other Flower Seeds. Waldo Rohnert GILROY, CAL. Wholesale Seed Grower Specialties: Lettuce, Onion, Sweet Peas, Aster, Cosmos, Mignonette, Verbena, in variety. Correspondence solicited. S. M. IskU & Co., Jackson, Mich. CONTRACT SEED GROWLERS, Bean, Cacmnber, Tomato, Pea, Mnskmelon, Squash, Watermelon, Radish, Sweet Com. Correspondence solicited. CHOICE GERMAN FLOWER SEEDS Catalogrue free on applicatJOD. Stamp letters 5 c._nts: foreign post cards 2 cents. FREDERICK ROEMER, Seed Grower, Quedlinburg, Germany. SEEDS Best that grow. We sell di- rect to gardeners and florists at wholesale. Bie beautiful catalogue free. Write today. ARCHIAS' SEED STORE, Box 50 Sedalla, Mo. 286 The American Florist. Mar. ff^ Market Gardeners Oreenhonae Vegetable Growers and Market Oardenera' Association. C.W. Waid, NewCarlisle.Pa., President; Franklin DeKleine, Grand Rapids. Mich., Vice-President: S. W. Severance. 508 Illi- nois Life Building. Louisville. Ky.. Secre- tary; M. L. Ruetenik, Cleveland. O.. Treas. VINCENNES, IND. A lOSS Of abOUt $2,000 was caused to Frisz Bros.' greenhouses just north of the city, February 16, by the heavy snow breaking- in the roof. The house was only built last year and contained a crop of radishes. Salem, O. — Wm. Mundy, whose farm and greenhouses are located west of the city on the Stark electric, closed a contract with the H. J. Heinz Co.. of Pittsburg," recently, whereby he agrees to grow and have ready for use not later than June 1, 350 000 tomato plants, which the Heinz company will distribute among farmers in this vicin- ity who have contracted to grow to- matoes for the big canning concern. The plants will be of the Stone or some similar smooth variety, the seed to be furnished by the Heinz company, and they will be grown under glass. Mr. Mundy has also contracted to grow three acres of tomatoes for the Heinz company on his farm. Prices of Indoor Fruits and Vegetables. New York, February 26. — Mush- rooms. 40 cents per pound; cucum- bers, 75 cents to |2.50 per dozen; let- tuce, $1 per dozen heads; tomatoes, 25 cents to 30 cents per pound; rad- ishes, 3% cents per bunch; asparagus, green, $6 per dozen bunches; white, $7 per dozen bunches; rhubarb. Long Island, $8 per 100 bunches; grapes, Gros Colman, 75 cents per pound; peaches, $2 per dozen; Mint, $1 per dozen bunches. Chicago, March 2. — Mushrooms, 25 cents to 60 cents per pound; cucum- bers, $1.25 to $1.50 per dozen; leaf let- tuce, 40 cents per box; head lettuce, Florida, $3.50 per hamper, Louisiana, $5 and $7 per barrel; tomatoes, 20 cents per pound; radishes, 50 cents per dozen; asparagus, 25 cents to 40 cents per bunch; grapes, Gros Col- man, 75 cents per pound; rhubarb, 60 cents. European Horticulture. FBOM THE FRENCH TEADE PAPERS. Phlox Suferuticosa. — The Phlox suf- fruticosa varieties, being less well known than the taller decussata or common hardy phlox, merit special note at this season. They are charac- terized by a lower growth of 16 inches to two feet, allowing their use where the decussata varieties would be too cumbersome; they are of pyramidal growth and have an early period of bloom (April and May) as well as a tendency to bloom again in the fall. They are as hardy as the decussata sorts, as easy to grow, and are multi- plied best, like them, by division. We append a list of meritorious varieties: Aimfie Vibert (white), Belle Pramide (white), Burns (deep purple with a circle of white), Forward (currant red), Indian Chief (light purple), John Young (white), Lady Musgrave (violet, striped white), Magnificence (purplish rose, cerise center), Macu- lata (lilac striped). Miss Turner (white, red center), Mrs. Taylor (pale WILDPRET BROTHERS Largest Growers ^^^ and Exporters of HIGHEST GERMINATION White and Red Bermuda. EARLY DELIVERY Crystal Wax and Golden Onion. Let Us Book Your Order At Once So As To Obtain Full Delivery. Prices on Application. We Supply Seedsmen Only. Port Orotava, Teneriffe, Canary Islands. Contracts to grow all kinds of Vegetable Plants, transplanted or not. Also Gera- niums. Colous. Cannas. Salvias. Verbenas, Pansies, etc.. for sprioer delivery. Al stock only. Correspondence solicited. Alnn7n I Rrv;in wholesale Florist, AIUII^U J. DiydU, Washington, New Jersey. Rape & Bergmann, Quedlinburg, Germany. Elite Seeds of Flowers and Vegetables. Specialties: Stock, Pansies. Cyclamen, etc.. Cactus Dahlias. Bulbs. General Catalogue Free D. J. TAMMINGA, ONION SET GROWER. Sound Onion Sets for immediate or fall delivery. Get my prices. 10818 Michigan Ave., CHICAGO. Watcn lor our Trade Mark stamped on every brick of Lambert's Pure Culture Mushroom Spawn Substitution of cheaper grades is thus easily exposed. Fresh sample brick, with illustrated book, mailed postpaid by manufacturers upon re- ceipt of 40 cents in postage. Address Tr«ae Mark. American Spawn Co., St.Paol.Mlnn pink) and Snowdon (fine white, extra for cutting and free and early bloom- ingr). Onion Sets Wiilte Bottom Yellow Bottom Red Bottom We are in position to quote advantag- eous prices for immediate or March first delivery. Write or wire for Quotations. Winterson's Seed Store, 45-47-49 Wabash Ave., CHICAGO. c AULIFLOWER A B B A G E UlY OF THE VALLEY PIPS HJALMAR HARTMANN S CO. Logangsiraede 20, COPENHAGEN, DENMARK VEGETABLE PLANTS. Cabbage, Wakefield and Successsion, S1.50 per 1000. Parsley, 25c per 100: $1 25 per 1000. Lettuce, Big Boston. Boston Market Grand Rap- ids. $1.00 per 1000. Beet pLints, $1.25 per 1000. — Cash with order. R. VINCENT, Jr. & SONS CO., Wbite Marsh Md. The Florists' Market Place, Our Ready Reference Ad. Dept igio. The American Florist. 287 Vaughan's Sweet Peas SPENCER AND UNWIN TYPES. iioz. loz. mb. lb. S3.00 $0.25 50.80 ; .75 NORA DNWIN SWEET PEA. Flora Norton. A very bright blue quite difteroDt from U lb. lb. other blues, beine a brighter blue and clearer color .'rO.lO ,S0 30 Ftora Frazer. An improved Blanche Ferry, with longer stems. tru.tTivoe 15 .40 FrankDolby. Largest and best pale lavender 25 .80 King Edward VII. The best of the dark red 10 .30 Lady Grisel ramilton. The best of all lavender sorts 10 .40 Lord Nelson. Improvement on navy bluecolor, rich navy blue. .10 .30 Lovely. Niell pink, extra fine 10 .25 Mont Blanc. An early-tiowering wliite, for forcing lO .35 Mra. George Higginson, Jr. Clear azure blue 10 .25 Apple Blossom (Spencer). Primrose with rose standard .- Asta 01m (Spencer). The best lavender in th' Spencer selections - , . .SO. 40 BlancbeFerry (Spencer). Pink and white Spencer type .. 25 .50 Countess Spencer (Variety). Bright clear pink '"*" ,10 Dainty (Spencer). White with very light pink edge .23 Florence Morse (Spencer). Delicate blush with pink margin .15 George Herbert iSptncer). Bright rose carmine ,15 Gladys Unwin. One of the finest pinks in existence .10 King Edward VII (Spencer). Deep rich carmine scarlet . .30 .50 Mrs. Alfred Watkins. Superb pale pink. .10 Mrs. Sunkey (Spencer). A black seeded pure white .50 Mrs. Walter Wright (Spencer). Rose purple .40 NoraUnwin. The best white .10 Paradise. A dark shade of pink .10 Primrose Spencer) ,io Princess Alice (Spencer). Light rosy mauve .15 .40 Princess Victoria. White blush and Dink edged Spencer .15 Ruby (Spencer). Scarlet Spencer .40 Sutton's Queen. Primrose edged in margin with butf .15 WUte (Spencer). Flowers absolutely pure white .10 ..?5 ,85 .40 .40 .20 1 60 .20 ,20 .50 1.50 ,45 .20 1 25 3.20 1,60 1,()0 ,50 .60 .60 .80 .60 1.40 1.80 1.60 .60 STANDARD VARIETIES. Vi\^. lb, Blanche Ferry. Pink and white , .. .W,10 $0.20 BoKon's Pink. Pink shaded rose, of immense size. .15 .50 Bride-maid. This is a deep bright pink 15 ,4<) Dainty. Large pure white tinted with pink 13 ,35 Dorothy Eckford. Une of the best of all the white. ,10 .^0 Emily Henderson. White, early and free 10 .25 Evelyn ryatt. Rich fiery orange; very striking and uniciue 15 .40 Prince of Wales. Deeproso 10 .25 Salopian. Rich deep scarlet . .10 .25 Queen Alexandra. Giintsize; best scarlet oz,, 10c 15 .40 Shasta. Gi.ini ilowered white . 15 40 White Wondc. Pu'e white, of the largest size 15 .40 Vaughan's Florist MiKture. This mixture is made up by ourselves from separate colors, carefully proporti ned of the best cut flower sorts and colors, and includes .this year some of the best Spencer varieties. \i lb.. 20c; lb., 80c; 5lbs., $3.50. Eclcford Mixture. This mixtu'e contains over thir'y variMies. including novelties of 1909, Per 14 lb., lOc; lb., 25c; lO lbs., $2.00. VAUQHAN'S SEED STORE, 25 Barclay St., NEW YORK. 84-86 Randolph St. and 202 W. Randolph St., CHICAGO. "Spring Book for Florists." Ask for it. NBW YORK SKED BILL. Introduced by Mr. Callan— Read Once and Referred to the Committee on Agriculture. To amend the agricultural law, in relation to inspection and represented in Senate and AN ACT. sale of seedi The people of the State of New York, Assembly, do enact as follows: P'' PAGE 1. I 1 Section 1. Article fifteen and sections three liundred and forty 2 and three hundred and forty-one of chapter nine of the laws of 3 nineteen hundred and nine, entitled "An act in relation to agri- 4 culture, constituting chapter one of the consolidated laws," are 5 hereby renumbered to be article seventeen and sections three hun- 6 dred and sixty and three hundred and sixty-one, respectively, 7 Sec. 2. Such chapter is hereby amended by adding thereto a new 8 article to be article sixteen thereof, to. read as follows: PAGE 2, 1 ARTICLE 16. 2 Inspection and sale of Seeds. 3 Sec. 360. Inspection and sale of seeds. No person shall sell, offer* 4 expose or have in his possesssion for sale for the purposes of 5 seedinfi, any seeds or cereals, f/rasses, clovers or forage plants in 6 quantities exceeding one pound, unless every receptacle, package, 7 sack or bag containing such seeds, or a label securely attached 8 thereto, is marked in a plain indelible manner as follows; and 9 said marks shall be on the receptacle, package, sack or bag itself 10 if there is more than ten per centum of injurious foreign seed: II a. With the full name and address of the seller. 12 b. With the nami of the kind or kinds of seeds, except in the 13 cas: of mixtures prepared for special purposes, iwhen so labeled, , 14 and tlie name of any foreign injurious seeds present to the extent 15 of five per centum or over by count and the name and per 16 centum of the following adulterants, if present, ivhich adulterants 17 shall not be taken into consideration when estimating the five 18 per centum thereinbefore referred to: 19 Yellow trefoil in red clover. 20 Yellow trefoil, burr clover, sweet clover or dodder, in alfalfa. 21 Canadian blue grass in Kentucky blue grass. 22 Meadow fescue or rye grass in orchard grass. 23 Yellow trefoil in alsike clover. 24 c. With the claimed per centum of purity of the sample by 25 count which shall be not more than five above the per centum 26 dcta-mined by official examination. PAGE 3. 1 Sec. 361, Samples, publication of results of examinations. 2 Samples of seed shall be taken in duplicate, both samples to be 3 sealed promptly and one to be tendered and, if accepted, to be 4 delivered at the time of taking to the person apparently in charge 5 and a receipt taken therefor, unless refused. No action shall be 6 maintained for violation of this statide if tlie seed was -not sold 7 or exposed for sale. The commissioner of agriculture is hereby 8 authorized to publish from time to time the results of seed 9 examination, together with the names and addresses of dealers 10 from whom the samples examined were taken. 11 Sec. 3. This act shall take effect July first, nineteen hundred 12 and ten. Explanation — Matter in italics is new; matter in brackets^ ) is law to be omitted. 288 The American Florist. Mar. 5, =^ The Nursery Trade Aakerlcan Assoclatloo of NurserymeD. F.H. Stannard. Ottawa. Kans., President: W. P. Stark. Louisiana. Mo.. Vice-President'. John Hall. Rochester. N. Y., Sec'y. Thirty-fifth annual convention to be held at Denver. Colo.. June 8-10. 1910. I VISITED Chicago: Herbert Chase and family, enroute to their home in Colorado. Lincoln, Neb. — Tale Bros., of this city, says the Star, have recently ac- quired a third interest in the Harrison nursery at York. A Well illustrated bulletin on "The Euonymus Scale" has been issued by the Department of Agriculture, bu- reau of entomology. HARRISBDKG, PA. — The Pranklyn Davis Nursery Co., of Baltimore, has purchased a farm of Mrs. Coder here and will at once commence raising nursery stock. West Gbove, Pa. — The Conard & Jones Co. is making quite a feature of the "blue" rose (Veilchenblau) and has a large stock of it. The company has been exhibiting it locally. Geand Rapids, Mich. — Wencil L. Cukerski has about 70 acres of land close to the city, where he intends carrying on a general nursery busi- ness, and especially landscape work, laying out private estates, cemeteries, railroad yard.s, etc. He has also about 18,000 feet of glass for plants and cut flowers. BEOOKINGS, S. D.— N. E. Hansen, secretary of the South Dakota Horti- cultural Society, recently returned from Siberia, where he went as agri- cultural explorer, has sent out a new fruit list and a list of new alfalfas found by liim in his travels. Among the fruits listed and illustrated are Opata, Sapa, Hanska, Pansota and Cheresoto plums and some hardy strawberries. These and many other hardy things are offered for sale, and those interested should write Mr. Hansen for a list. Miami Valley Nurserymen's Association. At the meeting of tlie Miami Val- ley Nurserymen's Association held at Dayton, O., and which adjourned February 17, the following officers were electel: J. Siebenthaler, Dayton, President. F. Bolender, Tippecanoe City, Vice. M. F. Gainer, Xenia, Sec'y.-Treas. Nursery Stock Inspection BUI. Ed. Ameeican Florist: — You probably are aware that the Simons bill known as H. R. 15656, re- quiring dock inspection of all imported nursery stock at ports of entry is still pending before the committee of agri- culture and will likely come up for hearing at this session of congress. This bill is ineffective and impossible of execution, as you will see by the enclosed copy of resolutions and ex- planatory letter sent to the committee by the Horticultural Importers Asso- ciation. Not one-tenth of the cases arriving could be properly inspected and the contents of cases unpacked would be practically worthless when released. We ask that you help pro- tect nursery interests by using your influence in having the Simons bill withdrawn and substituting in its place the bill prepared by the American Association of Nurserymen and which was endorsed by the Association of Horticultural Inspectors, as this bill provides for proper inspection with- out unnecessary loss. MCHUTCHISON & Co. New York, February 26, 1910. explanatory lettee. I have the honor to enclose a copy of a resolution passed at a special meeting of the Horticultural Import- ers' Association, held in New York. February 1, voicing their disapproval of bill known as H. R. 15656, regard- ing inspection of foreign nursery stock, which I understand is now before you for consideration. The following facts will, 1 think, prove to you that the above measure is "impracticable" and "impossible of execution." The ar- rivals at the port of New York for the past 11 days of French nursery stock were as follows — which is about the average weekly shipment for the past three months. Per S. S. Mexico, Jan. 20.... 927 Per S. S. Oceanic, Jan. 24.... 20 Per S. S. New York, Jan. 29. . . . 22 Per S. S. Florida, Jan. 31.... 406 1,375 Each case contains 10-15,000 seed- lings (some cases contain 40,000) so that the 1,375 cases contain an ap- proximate total of 17,000,000 seedlings, valued, when shipped, at approxi- mately $60,000, or at the dock, New York, approximately $100,000, which includes about $26,000 paid to the United States government in import duties. The above shipments represent al- most exclusively seedlings from France (representing raw material for nur- serymen) which cannot be produced in the United States. The import duty exceeds in some instances 200 per cent of foreign cost. The seedlings are packed tightly by means of machinery "and appliances in paper-lined cases and unpacking in transit would greatly damage contents even if they could be repacked into the same cases. Entry has to be made and duty paid to the United States customs within 48 hours to comply with customs' regula- tions. The cases must be removed within three or four days to comply with steamship regulations and a glance at above figures will prove to you that it cannot be done, even though the present congestion on the docks be entirely overlooked. I shall be pleased to answer any questions you may wish to ask or give you any further information within my power. Like fleas on a dog, in- sect pests should be killed, but I do not see why a valuable dog should be killed to get rid of a few fleas, when the fleas are not harmed by the killing of the dog anyway. resolutions. Whereas: In January, 1909, a bill known as H. R. 27367 was introduced into the United States congress, pro- viding for the inspection of nursery stock at ports of entry of the United States, which bill passed the house — • was before the senate and was being considered before the nurserymen had knowledge of it. And Whereas: The legislative com- mittee of the American Association of Nurserymen at that stage, receiving information that such a bill was being considered, secured a hearing before the committee on agriculture. Dr. Howard, the framer of the bill being present, and after lengthy argument succeeded in having the bill withdrawn on the understanding that the legis- lative committee of the American As- sociation of Nurserymen would pre- pare a new bill which would be ac- ceptable to Dr. Howard and the nurs- erymen of the United States, And Whereas: The nurserymen did prepare such a bill, having the en- dorsement and approval of the Amer- ican Association of Nurserymen and the Association of Horticultural In- spectors, but though repeated efforts have been made to arrange a confer- ence with Dr. Howard — those efforts so far have been without result. And Whereas: On December 16, 1909, a bill known as H. R. 15656, was introduced into the liouse by Mr. Sim- mons, the text and purport of which is exactly the same as the former bill known as H. R. 27367 and to which the nurserymen and kindred interests so strongly objected. Therefore Be It Resolved: That the Horticultural Importers' Associa- tion here assembled, protests against the passage of Bill H. R. 15656 as be- ing impracticable and in the present congested condition of the New York docks impossible of execution without large unnecessary losses being incurred — and as the nurserymen's bill pro- vides for adequate inspection at desti- nation — which we believe to be the only practical and effective way— —we strongly urge that the bill prepared by the legislative committee of the Amer- ican Association of Nurserymen be substituted for H. R. 15656. And Be It Further Resolved: That the secretary of this association be authorized to forward a copy of this resolution to the Hon. Chas. F. Scott, chairman of the committee on agri- culture, 'I'he Hon. W. W. Cocks, of New York, and the other members of the committee on agriculture. Milwaukee's Needs. The metropolitan park commission of Milwaukee, of which C. B. Whit- nall is a member, in a late report to the city council, discusses the part played by the ordinary type of park, of which Milwaukee has several, in meeting the recreation needs of the city, and calls attention to the good done by the smaller playgrounds, but it urges that to meet more complete- ly the needs of people in congested For Immediate Delivery Dormant, field grown, own roots Sweetheart, Tausendschon, T. Blom- schen, Barbier, 20c each. La Fiamma, "Trier, Dorothy Perkins, Lady Gay, Debutante, Hiawatha, 12c each. Clematis Panlculata Field Grown 1-year 6 cents. 2-year 10 cents Dutch Hyacinths. Named varieties, single and double, 46 kinds. First size bulbs, $6.(X) per 100; extra large exhibition size, $10,00 per 100. Chinese Sacred Lilies $3.00 per 100; $25.00 per 1000. Hydrangea Panlculata Grandlflora 18 to 24 ins 6c. 2 to 3 feet 9c Viburnum Plicatum. 2 to 3 feet 12c. 3 to 3V4 feet. ..15c Write for our special prices on Hardy Shrubs. THE DINGEE S CONARD CO., West Grove, Penna. igio. The American Florist. 289 FOREST TREE Seedlings We Have Millions of Seedlings BLACK LOCUST, CATALPA SPECIOSA, Red Bud. Sweet Gum, Persimmon. Poplar. Ash. Elm and various other seedlings at very low prices. A laree stock of transplanted 2 to 6 ft. Hama- melis Vlrginlana; Cafcantbus, sweet shrub, 6'in. to 3 ft.. Spiea Van Houttel, 2 to 2Vj ft. Fine Stock. Send for List. FOREST NURSERY & SEED GO. McMinnville, Tenn. Apple Root Grafts In most any quantity. Write us or prices on varieties wanted. We offer also a choice stock of tiardy home grown APPLE SEEDLINGS Clean, healthv and strong rcots grown from Ftench Crab Apple Seed. Roots that will pleas© everybody. Will mail samples to buyers of large quantities. FARMER SEED k NURSERY CO., Faribaulf, Minn. Successors to Gjestrum. Olinpr^r & Evans. JOHN T. WITHERS, Inc. landscape Architect and Forester I Montgomery St. , JERSEY CITY, N. J. Tree Henovation by Expert Operators. Stere- opticoD lectures on Horticulture and Arboriculture. Jacs Smits & Co., \^S' Azaleas, (hardy), Berried Plants, Bleeding Hearts, Blue Sprucee,Box^vood, Clematis, Climb- ing Plants, Conifers, Evergreens, Funkias in sorts. Hydrangea P. G., Japan Maples, Peonies, Pol-grown Plants, fLilacs a specialty), Rhodo- denrons, Roses, Spireas, Valleys. Price List Free on Demand. A Hardy Coming Hedge. GOLDEN PRIVET Ligustmm OvaUfolium Aurenin, 1000 field Brown three year old, >il0.00 per 100. hOOO m 2-in. pots ¥5.(13 ]>er 100. BERTERMANN BROS. CO., Indianapolis, Ind. CIVIL ENGINEER and Landacape Arctiltect Fkoae Barclay 6084—229 Broadway, New Toiii Deaths, Esttmates, Constmctlon ot Grounds. Eugene Pitou, Jr. Raspberry Plants 2oc per doz. b.v express; CHARLES C. NASH, Kansas, Gregg, Cuui- berkiDd, Cuthbert, Turner, Miller. Palmer, 35c per doz. by mail. Kalamazoo, Mich. sections, recreation centers must be established similar to those in which Chicago has taken the lead. They are necessary to counteract the devi- talizing and demoralizing effects of city and industrial conditions, the re- port holds, and cites the experience of Chicago to prove it. The report submits a general plan of a center; "There should be pro- vided a library and reading room, fa- cilities for bathing for both sexes; separate playground for young chil- dren outdoors, and a winter kinder- garten; playground for larger chil- dren; ball ground for summer, the same used for skating in winter, out- door gymnasiums for summer and in- side for winter; two or three game rooms, an auditorium and a lunch room." BOfimNK & ATKINS Nurserymen and Florists, RUTHERFORD, N. J. Choice Evergreens and Conifers, 5hade and Ornamental Trees, Herbaceous Plants. Large collection of DECORATIVE PLANTS, such as Palms, Ferns, Bay Trees, Etc. ASK FOR WHOLESAJvB CATALOG Pink Climbing Rose- Dorothy Perkins Without tloubt the most valuable of all the new Climbing RoscS of comparatively recent introduc- tion. The beauty of the double pink flowers is admirably set oflT by tlie rich greeu foliage, which is free from the attacks of insects. In addition to this charming' kind, we have all the popular varieties in climbing and bush Roses. Our General Catalogue, which will be mailed on request, contains descriptions of all the best Roses — also ?xuU and Ornamen/a/ Trees, $hrub% and Hardy Plants. ELLWANGER & BARRY, Mount Hope Nurseries. Rochester. N. Y. WW FLOWER OF FAIRFIELD" The "Everblooming Crimson Rambler." The Best CUmblng Rose in the market, flowerine during the ° whole summer in large clusters ol tioest crimson color. Price for first rate plants with 3 to6 shoots, open ground grown. $11. 00 per 100 $100.00 per 1000, Extra stront Dlanis, from 5 and more branches, at $15.00 per 100. Package fr«e. cash with order only. CLtf«kiil#l«Aics Ra«Ac The "Old" Rose Gardens, at STEINFURTH, Jt>nUlinCla OrO&=^ near Bad-Nauhelm. GERMA NY. STOCK FOR FLORISTS ROSES for ForclnS— Hybrid Porpetuals and Ramblers, all the best ones; fine, strong stuS, Clematis. Ampelopsis, Tree Hydrangeas and Lilacs, Shrubs. Vines and Perennials. Write for prices. PALMS Kentias in 2H inch pots, $8.00 per 100: *75 00 per 1000. JACKSOV fi PERKINS CO., Newark (near Rochester), Ncw York Nurserymen and Florists. Wholesale only. Use printed stationery. LARGE TREES OAKS and MAPLES Knes and Hemlocka ANDORRA NURSERIES. Wm. Warner Harper. Prop, dwstnnt Hill. PHILA.. PA. • • Peonies. Lucretia Dewberry In large quantities. If in need write GILBERT H. WILD, Sarcoxie, Mo. Phoenix Nursery Company Nuraerymen and Floriata BLOOMINGTON, ILLINOIS Send list of wants for prices. Wholesale catalog for spring issued Feb. 1st Arbor Vitae (Thnya Occidentalis.) A splendid stock of 3 to 4 ft, and 4 to 5 ft, trees. Write for descriptions and prices. The Wm. H. Moon Co., MORRISVILLE. PA. DAHLIAS Jack Rose and other best Cut Flower varieties. Write for list and prices. PEACOCK DAHLIA FARMS Williamatown Junction, N. J. New Berries Send for our up-to-date tested Berry Plant Catalogue. Berrydale Experiment Gardens, Holland, Mich. 290 The American Florist, Mar. 5, Newest Rose 1910 S. A. VOSTERS & SONS, Riel, Holland, Offers Autumn delivery, 1910, his elegant new rose White Caroline Testout Orders will be booked now. Prices, Dwarf, 5 shillings. AGENTS WANTED TO SELL IN THE U. S. CARNATION BAY STATE $3.00 Per Hundred.- SAVING bought a large stock of this new Variegated Carnation last year, we can ofier first-class rooted cuttings of this variety at $3 00 per 100. Also rooted cuttings of — ' Beacon, Enchantress, Rose Pink Enchantress, Victory, White Enchantress, White Perfection, Winona, WinSOr, at $3.00 per lOO. Unrooted cuttings, $2.00 per 100. Reduced prices made on large orders. Send orders as early as possible. FRESH CUT FLOWERS shipped to all parts of New England and Canada. High Grade Carnation BlOOmS our specialty; shipped direct from the grower to the retailer at wholesale price. SHEPARD'S GARDEN CARNATION GO. 292 Fairmont street, LOWELL, MASS. Cincinnati. TEADE MORE ACTIVE. Trade has been more active the past few days and as some stocks did not arrive in large quantities, it Itept some of the retailers on the anxious seat. Shipping business was very erratic, a good demand one day, hardly any the next. It seems as thougli 90 per cent of the orders from out of town would arrive after five o'cloclt in the after- noon and it takes considerable hust- ling to secure good stock with which to fill them. The market is pretty well supplied with American Beauty roses, while teas are a little scarce. Carnations are to be had in quantity, but there are too many splits in the lot. A good supply of bulbous stock, such as daffodils, tulips, freesias and Paper White narcissus is always available and miniature Dutch were added to the list the past week. Vio- lets, both single and double, were in over supply all week, but this can be attributed to the demand which was anything but encouraging. There were enough sweet peas for all require- ments. The same may be said of callas and Longiflorum lilies and on only one occasion tliere was not enough valley for all orders. Aspara- gus plumosus remains scarce, other- wise green gojods of all kinds are in ample supply. The bowling club met again Monday evening, February 28, and while there ■were no records smashed, still some very good scores were made. At the next meeting, March 14, the Cincinnati Carnations 1 ROOTED CUrTllNGS Per 1000 $100 00 125 00 50 00 30 00 Per 100 Mrs. C.W.Ward $12 00 Alma Ward 15 00 Mrs. J. C. Vaughan, Bay State, Georgia and O. P. Bassett 6 00 White Enchantress, Beacon, Robert Craig, Afterglow, Rose Fink Enchantress and Harlowarden 3 50 New Crop Early Flowering Single Ctirysanttiemum Seed and Gold Medal Pentstemons at 25c and $1.00 per package. I CHARLES H. TOTTY, Madison, N.J, j Florists' Society will do the elegant and furnish the lunch, refreshments and cigars, and we look for another good attendance. There are certainly some good bowlers in our midst and we look forward to a few comers. Gus. Meier, of the Hyde Parii Rose Co., is on the sick list and Miss Edith Kyrk of Avondale is also suffering with the grip, but she says that it will take sometliing worse than that to put her out of business. Albert McCuUough, president of The J. M. McCulIough's Sons Co., has re- turned from Florida and looks as though his little rest has done him a world of good. Wm. Murphy is handling some of J. A. Peterson's Lilium longiflorum and also some fine tulips, hyacinths and yellow narcissus from Gus Adrian's place. The best single daffodils coming to this city are from the establishment of 'Weiland & dinger at New Castle, Ind., and fetch topnotch prices. J. T. Herdegen, of Aurora, Ind., was a caller on Friday and he took a nice lot of flowers home with him for a large funeral order. E. G. Gillette is strong on choice American Beauty roses, which he is handling for the Heller Bros.' estab- lishment. Miss Anna 'Weiland, of Evanston. 111., is visiting with her sister, Mrs. P. J. dinger this week. C. C. Murphy is cutting the finest snapdragon coming to this market at present. S. tgto. The American Florist. 291 Read Their Record Piltsbiiryan. 26,1910 S. A. F. Silver Medal for best vase of 50 not yet disseminated -Mrs. C. W. Ward. S. A. F. Bronze Medal for second best vase of 50 not jet disseminated— Alma Ward. Best 100 light pink-MrS. C. W. WARD. Best 100 white— Alma Ward. Special Sweepstake Prize for best vase of any color — Alma Ward. FORMER AWARDS: MRS. C. W. WARD American Florists' Society Silver Medal Boston, 190C) The Craig Cup for Brtt Seedling Philadelphia, 190(> The Lawson Bronze Medal ...Washington W>S The Horticultural Saciety of New York. Silver Medal. Sweepstake Pri7e foi best 100 blooms New York, 1909 The Horticultural Society of New York. Diploma for Best New Variety New York. 19W ALMA WARD The Lawson Silver Medal Toronto. !907 (No Gold Medal having been awarded ) The Lawson Gold Medal Washington. 1908 The American Florists' Society. Silver Medal Wa-hington. 1908 ALMA WARD MRS. C. W. WARD MRS. C. W. WARD is a perfectly formed flower with full center : color deep pink: several shade lit,'htLT than Lawson. deeper than Wiosor; baviog strong, erect stem 24 to ,^*j inches in length. A vigorous, healthy grower aod has never shown disease of any kind A very early and free bloomer, producing fine flowers as early as September 1 which bring twenty. five to fifty per cent, more than aoy other variety on the market, Rooted Cuttings. $2.00 per 12, $12.00 per 100, $1 00.00 per 1000. 25 at the 100 rate. 250 at the lOJO rate. Delivery Feb. 20. INVITATION.— We extend a cordial invitation to all those interested to visit our establishtnent where they will have an opportunity to see these varieties growing and compare their good points with other standard varieties grown nndei the same conditions. COTTAGE GARDENS CO , Inc., Queens, Long Island, N.Y. This beautiful Carnation is pure white, except during dark weather wh n it shows delicate splashings of pink similar to the Cattleya inert asing its popularity, ALMA WARD is the largest, most fragrant Ca-nation ever grown, producing perfect flowers .^^ to 4^^ inches lo diameter, on strong, erect stems. 36 to 42 inches in length. Rooted Cuttings. $3.00 per 12. $5.O0 per 25. $9.00 per 50. $ 15.00 per 100, $35.00 per 250, $65.00 per 500, $120.00 per loOO. Delivery March 1. Vaughan's Special Offer We extend yon a cordial invitation to visit our Greenhouses and Nurseries, where you can see tor yourself our Immense stock of Palms, Araucarias, Ferns and other Decorative plants. Wet tern Springs is one-half hour ride from Chicago on the C, B. a Q. R. R. Call at our City Store and get ticket. Plants in Bloom for Easter ROSES Each lady Gay, t.. 7 and S in. pots TO 75 to .15 nO Crim&on Rambler, i h-in. pots . . 50 to 1 50 CrimsonBabyRambler, 4 in pots 25 5 in. pots 50 Tausendschon, 5-6 in. pots 50 to 1 00 Each Doz. . .$0 30 S3 25 . . 75 8 00 Genista Racemose, 4 in. pots. 6-in pots 2 50 2 50 Marguerite Queen Alexandra, 4in. pots 25 Spirea Japonica, ii in 25 PELARGONIUMS We have extra strons: fine plants. Per 100 2H in, pots $10 00 3 in. pots IJ 00 See catalogue. BOSTON FERNS Each D02. 100 3 in. pots $0 15 $125 * 8 00 4-in. pots 25 2 5) 20 00 5 rn. potf 41 4 50 35 (K) (. in, pots 75 8 00 d 1 00 7 in. pots 100 10 00 75 00 Sin. pots 125 14 00 100 00 \Vc have a fine lot of Palms in all sizes. See cataloRUf. ASPARAGUS 103 icoo Asp.Sprengerl, 2^2 in $ 3 O) $25 00 3 in 5 00 45 00 4 in 10 ro Asp. Plimiosus Nanus, 2 in.. 3 fK) 25 00 2^2 in.. 4 00 35 10 Doz. 100 Bush Box Trees, 15 18 in. biKh..S4 01 2j-.'4 in, high.. 8 00 Smilax, extra strong, 2^2-in. 1000, $20 00 3 00 CROTONS We offer a choice collection of fancy sorts, well colored. Each Doz. 3-in. pots $0 20 $2 00 4-in. pots 35 3 5i) 5-in. pots .50 6 00 6-in. pots 1 00 10 00 Aspidistra, variegated. Each 5-in. pots. 6-8 leaves $1 00 6-in, pots, 10-12 leaves 1 50 7-in. pots, 18-20 leaves 2 00 Aspidistra, Green. 5-in. pots. 6-8 leaves 75 6-in. pots, 10-12 leaves 1 00 7-in. pots. 18-20 leaves 1 50 Aralia Elegantlssima, fine stock. Each 5-incb $1 00 6-inch 1 50 Ancuba, Japonica variegated. Each Doz. I8in. high 55 5 00 24 to30in. high 1 50 15 00 Aucuba, Japonica type. 18-in. high 1 00 10 00 SPRING "BOOK FOR FIORISTS!" ASK FOR IT. VAUGHAN'S SEED STORE, NEW YORK. All Plants f. o. b. Western Springs, III. CHICAGO. Robert Craig Co... ^iSSs PALMS and Novelties in Decorative Plants. Market and 49th Sts., Pliiladeipiiia, Pa Neph. Whitmani 2mn 5.00perl00 MAGNIFICA (new), l\\-\n... 25.00 per 100 Boston Ferns |^oi)"pe', CO. Henry H. Barrows & Son, Whitman, Mass WANTED Orders for hieli erade stock of Ro^es Caiinas, Dahlias, Ferns. Flcus, Asparagus, See classified depart nient for prices. Wagner Par1( Gonservalories, Sidney, 0. 292 The American Florist, Mar. 5, San Francisco. TRADE KEEI'l.NU VV WELL. Business on the whole has kept up fairly well, although we are now in the lenten season. Flowers which have been very scarce, are now com- ing in great quantities and prices have taken a considerable drop; especially is this true of narcissi, violets, carna- tions, lilies, freesias, etc. Lily of the valley, tulips and roses are selling at fair prices. Adiantum and Asparagus plumosus have been quite scarce arti- cles of late owing to damage by frost during January. Those growers who are able to heat their houses are now reaping the benefit that this shortage occasioned. Wild flowers and fruit blossoms have also made their appear- ance in the stores and are adding va- riety to the stock carried. The first annual banquet was given by the Pacific Coast Horticultural So- ciety, in the Palace hotel. President V. Matraia, acting as toastmaster, wel- comed the memliers and guests of the society, after which they sat down to a menu as only the Palace hotel can fur- nish. After the inner man was satisfied, the toastmaster called upon a number of those present for speeches. Past President Plath gave a brief history of the society, its aims and what it had accomplished during the eight years it has been in existence. As state vice-president of the Society of American Florists, he also urged all those in the trade to become members of that society. R. W. McLellan. and P. Ferrari spoke for the growers. A. Rossi. C. Shellgrain, F. Shibeley. A. Figoni for the retailers. D. MacRorie spoke about the future of the orchid, and F. Schlotzhauer about conditions and prices in the New York market. J. R Atkinson and T. Taylor enter- tained tho.se present with recitations and some amusing stories. An excel- lent string orchestra supplied music during the evening. There were quite a number of other speakers, in fact, so many that some of those present did not get home till next afternoon. NOTES. At the last meeting of the Pacific Coast Horticultural Society the new- l.v elected offlcers were installed by the retiring president, H. Plath, who had occupied the chair as president for over five years. Five new members were elected the same night, which brings the membership of the society to close on 100. Another retailer has gone out of business; this time it is the Sievers Floral Co.. who made an assignment to E. W. Gunther. The liabilitiis are $4,500, with nominal assets. Pelicano, Rossi & Co. are erecting a 6-story building on their lot on Pow'ell street, the first floor of which will be occupied by this firm as a first- class retail store. Dan MacRorie is reported to have bought 15 acres of land near Burling- ame and will build six greenhouses during the summer to grow orchids for this market. Visitors: R. Armstrong, Los Angeles; Dr. Parker, the orchid grow- er of Santa Cruz; Guy M. Reburn, rep- resenting Vaughan's Seed Store, Chi- cago. P. Trextox. X. J. — John Morgan. Sr., who resides with a married daughter at Rusling street, and who was for many years assistant gardener at the state house, celebrated his seventy- ninth birthday anniversary February 10. surrounded b.v his own immediate family, and in a riuiet, unostentatious manner. Mr. Morgan en.joys fairly good health and boasts that he can walk without the use of a cane. Headquarters for J^„ V €»«- "wk \.'~ ^^ ^^ ^^^ i 1 ESSTER PLANTS Prepare for Easter. From Whom Will We Purchase Our Easter Suppliis? An Immense Stock of Choice Easter Plants Now Ready for Immediate Shipment. Blooming Easter Week or Before' if Desired. "From whom shall we purchase our Easte'^ supply th:s season?" 1 hat seems to be the cry all over the country. "Ve have tried so many already. I know what I am gcing to do " some sensible man says. "I shall eo back to Godfr. y AschmanD He is tho best and most reliable man in the business, What he advertises he has and there is no bluff about it. I tell you his usual stock of Azaleas can't be bfat. and llie Lilies lie has this spring are the fanest I have e\er seen. No wonder. He imports them direct fioni Japan. He has a fiii--nd in Japan who looks after his interests and sends him the cream of Japan's plants. lie has enough to supply all. and 1 tell you no lie when I say that his r-ther plants such as Hydrangeas, Cinerarias, Spireas. Ficus, Falms, Hyacinths, Tulips, Daffodils, Etc., aie ot such excellcr,t quality that they will make a man's mouth water, and they a'e so rcmarkablj cheap that we often wonder how he can do it." AZALEA INDICA Wf are headquaiters mr these plants tor the past tweniy-fivc ycellent condition. cov(-red with luids. just right for Easter. ^^~ Please hear in mind facts 'mostly uoknown to some Azalea growers) that fully30to 4U per cent of the newly imported Azaleas in dormant slate will lose llieir buds and foliage during the long t ansportation of the sea voyage and during winter up to Feb. 1 and have to be kept over for another year. ]^^ \Ve only ship good stock and full of buds and flowers, and therefore you can't expect Azaleas at this time to be as big and as rheap as if you would buy them in dormant stale in the fall. i^" W hat is the name of the bist double pink Azalea? Mme. Van der Cruyssen is the name. Originated by the well known Azalea specialist Mr. Van der Cruyssen of Belgium. Millions arc raised every year acd sliipped into every part of the globe from Belgium. We have a big stock on hand ol this well known variety Every plant is as round as an apple, covered with buds, just right for Easter. Have all sizes. 75c. $1.00. n.25. J1.50. $1.75 to $2 00 .-ach. In large sizes we have the following va leties. full of buds: Bernard Andreas Alba, pure white: Niobe. double white: Helena Tbielmann. pun' light pink, very fine: Souv. Memorie de Van Houtte. very large flowers, double pink; Empress des Indies, large flowering, dou tile variegated; Dr. Moore, double pink; Mme. Van der Cruyssen. bestof allthepink: Apollo, red; DcSchryveriana, douhh-. large, variegated, Price. $1.50. $2.00. $2.50 to $3.00. In smaller sizes we have the following varielies. full of buds: Mme. Van der Cruyssen pink: Deutsche Pei le. pure double white: V'erva-neana. double variegatfd. one of Ihe old standard varie- ties; Apollo, red; Simon Mardner. double pink: De Schryveriana. large double variegated: Em- prt ssdes lod es. doulile varirgatcd; Niol.ie. double white. Price.60c.75c.'61 00,$1.25to$l.50 Professor Woltcrs a well tnown variegated bright variety, at $1 00. $1.25 to $150. Wiien we are out of one color we send the next similar color; also if we are out of the size ordered, we send the next size, either above or below the price mentioned. Moonvines (Ipom^ea Multiflora) best white Moonvine, for which we have a world wide reputa- tion now r.ady 2^/iin. pots. S5.1 per 100. Begonia New Improved Erfordi, 5in.. $2.00 per do7. Begonia Flambeau, 5in-. $2.0J per doz. Spirea Gladstone. This variety, owing to the dry summer in Holland last year, is very scarce iliis Eastpr hut we were fortunate enough to secu'e sufficient to fill our u ual house, and the plants are now io fine condition, full of buds, just right for Easter. 6-7 in. pots. 75c to tl.CO each. Primula Obconica, Sin. pots. $2.00 to $2.50 per do7. Double Daffodils, Von Sion best yellow. 3 douhle- nnsed bulbs in a 6 in. pot. $2.50 per doz. pots. Tulips, Munllo (double pink) .? bulbs planted in a 4 io. pot. ^2.00 per d-.z. pots. Tournesol Tulips (doulile variegated), .t bulbs in a 4 lo. pot. :>! 50 per dn7. pots: ready in bloom for Easter. Hydrangea Otaksa. already forced into buds just right for Easter. 6 7 in. pots. 35c. 50c, 75c, ^\.f^n to :r:l.50eacli- Kentia Forsterlana, 6 7 in. pets, 35 40 50 in. high, perfect I'-avps. $1.25 $1 50 $2.50 to $3.C0: 4 in.. 20c. Kentia Belmoreana. 6 in., large stock. $].''5to ?1.5 bloom was MVicli a glorious show Of all the best that llorists need found in one place ti) Krow. The lilies are the very best yet seen ou Easterday, Azaleas are whole sDeets of llowera, perfect in every W!i y. The Arauearias matchless are, so are the ferns, all i^Tfen. Willi bulbs, and plumed Spira'a. the best you've evtr seen. And Aschraann gives a challenge, let every florist bear, For llowcrs or prices, either, no rival does he fear. If you wish to gather dollars, like violets in the spring, Tlicii send your largest order, his plants the cash will bring. EASTER LILIES Lilium Multiflonun, th( genuine Japanese Easter Lily, directly imported by us. We have a friend in Japan who looks after our interests there. He picks out for us only the good, healthy ones; and marks ilu-m while they are growing, the lO-io. bulbs and therefore he ships us the cream of the plants of Japan. We have Lilies this year to burn: can supply, if nothing happens, every customer and others who want Lilies. 1^^ y to 10 in. bulbs ol Lilies were ditticult to get from Japan last fall,' but we were one cf the fortunate ones lo receive all the 9 10 in. Lilies (5.O0O) ordered last spring, 190*J. from our grower in Japan. If you see them growing in Lur greenhouses, you must all admit they are "cracker- jacks"; we sell them cheap, too. Where otter florists get 15c per bud. we only charge you 10c per hud for plants in 6 in. pots, having 5. S. 10 and more buds to the plant. Plants under 5 buds, 12c per bud. 6 in pots. When ordering lilies a reasonable amount of other plants should be taken. We do cot solicit orders for lilies alone. Hyacinths, 4 best colors. King of the Blues Grand Maitre (light blue) La Grandesse (best white), Gertrude (best pink). 4-iD. pots. S12.00 per 100. Asparagus Plumosus Nanus, 3-ic ,$5,on per 100 2!4 in .3c; 4in.. 10c. Asparagus Sprengeri,3iD.. laree plants 7c: 4in., lOr. Cineraria Byb. Grandiflora, H.F. Michell's new improved strain. Our plants of this strain are twice the size of those of other years, with perfect, large, sreen foliage. Some of the plants are almost as large as a bushel basket. 6 in. pots. 25c, 35c, 50c. 75c to $1.00 each. Areca Lutescens, 5 in. pot?, three plants in a pot. .^5c. Whitmani rems. 7-in., 75c to $1.00. Neph. Amerpohli, 54, 51^2 to 6in. pots 30c. 40c and 5l'c; f.-in.. bf^c to 75c. Cocos Weddeliana, 3 in , 15c. Ferns for Dishes, $i.no per 100. Have an Immense Stock of Easter Plants. ^^° This IS our catalogue. Pleasr state if in or out of pots. ^^ All goods must travel at purchaser's risk only. Cash with order, please. No relerences will be investigated. GODFREY ASCHMANN, 1012 W. Ontario St. Importer, Wholesale Grower and Shipper ol Pot Plants. , Philadelphia, Pa. tgio. The American Florist. 293 PALMS Extra Good Values in Palms For Easter.... Stock in Perfect Condition KENTIA BELMOREANA. 6-in. pots, 6 leaves, 20-24 in. hijili $1 00 7in. pots, 6 to 7 leaves, 24-26 in. high 1 60 7-in. pots, 6 to 7 leaves, 26-28 in. high 2 00 8-in. pots, 6 to 7 leaves, 32-34 in. high 2 50 8-in. pots, 6 to 7 leaves, 34-38 in. high 3 50 KENTIA FORSTERIANA. 6 7-in. pots, 6 leaves, 34-36 in. high %\ 50 pots, 6 to 7 leaves, 36-40 in. high 2 50 8-in. pots, 6 to 7 leaves, 40-44 in. high 3 50 8-in. pots, 6 to 7 leaves, 44-48 in. high 4 50 pots, 6 to 7 leaves, 5' 2 ft. high 8 00 10-in Made-up Kentia Forsteriana. strong, bushy plants, 3 plants to a tub. 7-in. tubs, 40-44 in. high $4 qq 8-in. tubs, 44-48 in. high 5 qO 10-in. tubs, 44-48 in, high (heavy) 6 HO 10-in. tubs, 48-52 in. high (heavy) 7 00 10 in. tubs, 50-54 in. high (heavy) 8 00 PHOENIX ROEBELENII. 5-in. pot plants, nicely characterized %\ 00 each; $10 00 per dozen THE STORRS & HARRISON CO., Painesville, 0. Cleveland. ROSES SHORT. There is an abundance ot stock on hand of all varieties, with the excep- tion of roses. These, especially in the shorter grades, for funeral work, are a little shy of the demand. As- I'aragus is still very scarce. Adian- tum is more plentiful, and of good quality. Fancy and dagger ferns are keeping as good as expected. String smilax is selling quickly. Sweet peas are a little short in the stem. Carna- tions have been over plentiful during February. Lent and the extremely cold weather have not been condu- cive to good business. Callas and Eastt'r lilies are becoming plentiful and meet with a good demand. Kubrum lilies do not seem to have a very good demand. Violets are selling well. Valley and orchids drag a little. A fine new lot of boxwood is now in. NOTES. All are cordially invited to attend the bowling matches at Schwartzen- borg's alleys. Sheriff street, opposite old Market house every Wednesday evening, between the wholesale and retail florists. Refreshments and a good time generally is assured to all. Frank Friedley, of the J. M. Gasser Co., servi'd a chicken dinner to about 20 of his fiori.st friends on Sunday. A look tlirough the greenhouses and a Rocialde game of cards made a very enjoyable time. Westman & Getz. 5923 Euclid ave- nue, have the unu.sual distinction of being the only flower .store in the city which does not open its doors for business on a Sunday. The wife of John Leuschner. Rocky River, has been ill for some time. C. B. White Killarney, My Maryland, Pink Killarney Rooted cuttings and IVi-Xu. plants The Right Place -The Right Goods R. 100 White Killarney . . S6 50 Grafted, Pink Killarney .... 4 00 ■ Orafted, My Maryland.. . 4 00 Grafted. 1000 $60 00 33 CO 35 00 2H-inch ICO Ii3.25 per 100; .-fJUlO l>er ICllO. C. HUMFELD, The Rooted Cutiing Specialisi, CLAY CENTER. KAN5. DBLE. PETUNIA 2-in.$2 00 per 100 Smilaz,2-iD.,$1.25 per 100. Abntilons, 3 kinds. 2iDch, 2Hc. Cnphea, 2 in.. IHc. Polnsettias, stock planis. 5c. Geraninms, Double Grant. Castel- laine, Buchner Gen. Grant 2-in.. 2c. Coleus, 10 kinds, Ageratum, 3 kinds. S1.50 per 100. Swaln- sonia alba, : in. Ic; Snapdragon, white and scar let, 2 Id. 2c. PRIMULA PrtmillaObConlca, 2'in., 2c; 4 in., in bud and bloom. Sc. Rooted Cottlnds, prepaid per 100. Heliotrope, $1.00; Fuchsia, 8 kinds, $1.00; Paris Daisy, yellow white. $1.00; Cuphea, 75c. Vinca Varlegata, 90c Coleus, 10 kinds 60c: Altemanthera,.^ kinds. SOc Ageratum. 3kinds 60c; Swalnsona alba, $1 .00 Dbl. Petunias, 10 kinds. $1.00. Cash with order. BYER BROS., GhaiQbersburg, Pa. Chrysanthemums. All orders booked now for Early Delivery. Write for Catalogue. ELMER D. SMITH & CO. ADRIAN, MICH. Mention the American Florist when writing We have changed our domicile from Secau- cus. N. J., to Mamaroneck. N. Y. We are largest collectors and importers of Orchids and arenow booking orders for all the com mercial Cattleyas for delivery next spring fiARRILLO & BALDWIN, Mamaroneck, N. Y. BAY TREES. standards, PTramlds and Colomnt. ORCHIDS MRICT FROM THE WOODS Cattleya Trlanae, C. Gigas and other commercial varietiw. JDUUS ROEHRS CO., Rutherfefil, H. J. Orchids S^ Arrived In fine condition: Cattleya War nerii. C. Harrisonix. C. Gaskelliana and C Gieas (Hardyaoa type): also Dendrobium PhaiESDopsis Schroederianum and Odonto- ^losBum luteo purpureum. La^er £c Hurrell, Summit, N. J. M M M m n n n m m M n n n m n n n m M M n n m S Q 13 Ea y s F. O. B. New York or Chicago. For Immediate Delivery. Some varieties are getting low and sold out. avoid disappointment. (Jrder now and We are the largest handlers of Cannas in the world. Our prices upon Cannas will bear comparison with any house in the Canna business. Stock uneciualled. RED-FLOWERING CANNAS. ft. Louisiana, 7 A. Bouvier. 5 ft Beaute Poitevine, 3 '^ f t . , Black Prince, 3 to 4 ft. . . Chas. Henderson. 4 ft J. D Eisele, 5 ft Exp. Crampbell, 5% ft. .. . Pres. McKinley. 2% to 3 ft. 100. $1.75 1.50 2.00 2.25 1.75 1.75 1.50 1.50 1000. $15.00 14.00 17.50 20.00 15.00 15.00 14.00 14.00 RED, GOLD-EDGED .4ND SPOTTED SHADES. Gladiator, 4 ft 2.75 Indiana. 3 to 4 ft 1.75 Queen Charlotte, 3% ft... 2.25 Mad. Crozy, 6% ft 2.25 S de A. Crozy, 4 to 6 ft. . 2.75 25.00 15.00 20.00 20.00 25.00 FINK SHADES. Louise, 5 ft Mile. Berat, 4^4 ft. YELLOW SHADES. 100 1000 Florence Vaughan, 5 f t . . . . 2.50 20.00 L. E. Bailey, 4^4 ft 2.75 25.00 Richard Wallace, 4\i ft.. 2.75 25.00 WHITE AND CREAM SHADES. Alsace, 3% ft 1.75 15.00 BRONZE-LEAVED FLOWERING CANNAS. Brandywine, 4 to 5 ft... 2.00 17.50 2.75 25.00 1.50 14.00 3.25 30.00 1.75 15.00 ORCHID-FLOWERING CANNAS. Black Beauty, 5 ft Egandale, 4 ft. ... King Humbert, 4 ft Shenandoah. 6 ft. . . .^Ileniannia, 4 Austria, 5 ft. to 5 ft. 1.75 1.26 16.00 12.00 15.00 15.00 -. . - - -- 15.00 2.00 17.50 Pennsylvania, 5 ft 1.75 15.00 1.75 15.00 Wyoming, 7 ft 2.75 25.00 STUDY THIS.- i>iir (;:inniis lire true to name— 2 and 3 sometimes 4 eyes— are sound iltirmanl. and ai'p |>acktd 2.50 in a bn\ ; two can be "cleated" together and shipre as oiil* <>nf hnK or 2nO sold at inoo rate: il is .•lu'aper for vciu to bay a b(ix than 200 at HX) rati-. Wi-ilo fnr speirtal pi-ires on larj^e lo' s Italia, 4% ft 1.75 Kronus, 5 ft 1.75 Mrs. Kate Gray, 6 ft 1.75 Pennsylvania, 5 ft 1.75 Wyoming, 7 ft 2.75 m m n n n m m m n n n m m m n n n m m m n n m m g Senior o^r^Sas WINTERSON'S SEED STORE, g g 45-47-49 Wabasli Ave., Cliicago, 111. ^ S Arthur T. Boddington, S ; 342 West 14th street. Seedsman , NEW YORK. J To Arrive in Six Weeks. Absolutely fresh stock, f. o. b. New York. Cattleyas, 16 varieties, .50,000 plants. Vandas, Phalaenopsis, 5 varieties. Dendrobiums, 10 varieties, 5, coo plants. Miltonias, Laelias,Oncidliiins,etc. Commercial Varieties in quantity. Write G. L FREEMAN CO. Successors lo G. L. Freeman, Fall River, Mass. ORCHID PEAT, (Osmunda Fibre) Finest quality, hnnd cleaned, free from slicks and dirt. In chunks or handpicked ready for use. .\lso Rotted and AzEilea Peats, Leaf Mold, Live or Baled Sphagnum Moss. Prices and samples on application. C. W. BROWNELL fi CO., WALDEN, N. Y. JOSEPH HEACOCK CO. WYNCOTE, PA. Growers of Fine Kentias Send for Price List. SHAMROCKS We have 25 COO True Irish Shamrocks for your St. Patrick's Dav trade in toy 1 in. pots at $4.00 per 100; .1^^5 00 ptr loco : l'4in. pots at .?4 00 per lOl: ,1^5.t0 per ICOO; 4-in pans at $12.50 per 100. Cash with ordrr. Get in line now for some exira money on March 17th. LEONARD COUSINS. JR., Teleplione connections. Concord Junction: Mass igio. The American Florist. 295 Rooted Carnation Cuttings For Immediate Delivery. ENCHANTRESS, PERFECTION, BEACON, $3,00 per 100; $25.00 per 1000. ROSE PINK and WHITE ENCHANTRESS, WINSOR, $2.50 per 100; $20.00 per 1000. We can fill orders from 1000 to 100,000 and guarantee the stock. J. D. THOMPSON CARNATION CO., I JOLIET, ILL. I LILIES We offer you lilies for immediate shipment with buds in shai>e so they will be open for Easter at YlViz per bud. Azaleas, at 75c, $1.00. $1 25 and $1.50 each. Hyacinths, 4in. pots at $:0.0D; Sin. $15.00 per 100. Paper Whites, Narcissus. \'on Sion and Min- ature Hyacinths. 5-in. .SZO.OO: frin. .*25.00 per 100. Obconica and Chinese Primroses, 3 in. .$7.50: 4-in. SIO.UU. Cyclamen, in 3 . 4 , 5- and 6 in. Baby Ramblers, 3in.. $12.50; 4 in. .$25.00; 5 in. 40 to 50c: (• in. 50 to 75c. White Ramblers, Hermosa and Souperts the Spireas, 25c, 35c, ,51c and Ix each. Hydrangeas, 4in. 25c: 5 in. 40 to ,=;Dc: (,-iD. 50 to 75c: 8-, 9- and 10 in in laree specimen plants with 10 to 20 heads at $2.03 $2 .50 $3.0 '. $3.,50 each Besides these we will have a nice stock of mis- cellaneous plants that will be in bloom for Easter. GEO. A. KUHL -Write- Pekin, III FUCHSIAS There are none better than Little Beauty. Lord Byron, Renan and White Beauty, strong IXi inch plants ready ,$4 00 per lUO New Heliotrope. Miss Bernice a sport of Mme. Bruant and a great im- provementonthe latter 2H-inch $8.00 per lOO. Kataloff for the Asking, SKIDELSKY & IRWIN CO., 121S Betz Bldg., PHILADELPHIA. PA. Pittsburg. Another week of sackcloth and ashes has gone by and the depression caused by Lent is felt very heavily througrhout the country. Without the funeral work business would be at a standstill. The retail stores are crowded with fine stock of all kinds, A trip among the wholesalers finds them somewhat worse. Carnations seem to be suffering most of any stock coming in. Never before have the re- ceipts of split carnations been so heavy as now. It is reported that some of the commission houses are delivering carnations on consignment to the re- tail stores. That tells pretty well the conditions here. The only things scarce are good green and long green, NOTES. John Foss, Etna, who has been in the hospital the past three months, has taken a turn for the worse, and may lose his arm. This is the result of a rose thorn. The Florists' and Gardeners' Club held its monthly meeting March 1, in the Dutch room, Fort Pitt hotel. W. Carney, of the J. E. Murdoch Co,, has the sympathy of the trade in the loss of his father. Frank Faulk, of Faulk Bros,, is back at his business again after a long ill- ness. MaryTolman Dsep flesh that does not fade in the strongest h'ght; clean grower; rigid stem; perfectly formed flowers; good producer. Cuttings ready now, $12.00 per 100; $100.00 per 1000. Guaranteed in every way. CHICAGO CARNATION CO., Joliet, 111. A. E. HUNT fi CO., Evanston, III. HUNT BROS., Park Ridge, 111. CONQUEST I/ight pink overlaid with deep rose. The most valuable and attractive carnation on the market. Very free; long stiff stems; large well built flowers. It pays to grow this variety. Winner of First prize wlierever shown. Rooted Cuttings Guaranteed Ready now, $12.00 per 100; $100.00 per 1000. Chicago Carnation Co., ^ »Lr7J,^" Joliet, III. Sangamo Brilliant Glistening Pink. Winner Wherever Shown. The mtist prolific and fastest growing carnation of any; very clean, upright grower, long stiff stems; never Splits; flowers nicely fringed and well rounded out. It is not too late to get cuttings of Sangamo, the most prolific carnation grown. Our best plants we propagated in March last year. Prompt delivery; Cuttings guaranteed. $12.00 per 100; $100.00 per 1000. A. C. BROWN, Springfield, UL CHICAGO CARNATION CO, Joliet, ni. .IIJANITA. rWilh-nPP.ta^ a grand scarlet carnation, with ab^ut a ^Vjinch flower, well ourn-^ll/^, V^liail lice la^ buUt up with a twofoot stem. Its Strong Points Are: Abundanceoflarie, high grade Bowers at all times; stem very stiH with good habit in every way; Iceeping gualitiesare wonderful; birst blooms are rare. We have grown it years and will still grow a? many as we have now. We have never over prODagated it. so its vitality is not impaired. Cuttings will be taken from flower stems which are the best. Tlie color is so hiright and rich it takes with every one. We have a very large stock. Price: Rooted cuttings .-fS.OO per 100; .166.00 per 1000. Special price in large lots. Uorooted stock half price. A discount of 556 for cash. THE FILLOW FLOWER COMPANY, Westport, Conn. Cannas King Humbert. Alphonse Bouvier, Chas. Henderson. Mile. Berat. Ex. Cramobell. Florence Vaughan. Mad.(."ro2y. Souv. de Antolne Cro^y. Write f jr special prices, staling (juantity wanted. FRESH TOBACCO STEMS. Bale of 300 lbs.. $1 75: ton $V.OO. W. C. BECKERT, Seedsman, 103 Federal St., N.S., PITTSBURG, PA. The Breitenstein Co. is showing- a very pretty window o( spring flowers. A. C. Miller, Homestead, is going to open a flower store in Duquesne. Lincoln T. Neff, Jr., Bellvue, fell and dislocated his shoulder. P. Mair, Woodville, is reported very ill. J. Ferns for Dishes... Assorted varieties. tVt'm. pots. $3.50 per 100; $30.00 per 1000. Cash with order. FRANK OECHSUN 4911 Qulncy St. CHICAGO. Rooted Cuttings Verbenas, choice varieties. 70c per 100.$6 OD per 1000 Per ion 1000 HeUotropes.Sl.oo $8.00 Diilsies, white and yellow .1 fO Coleus 70 6.00 Express paid. S. D. BRANT, Per 100 1000 Petunias... $1.25 $10.00 Salvias I.OO 8.00 Alyssum.dbl. .80 Ageratiuns.. .60 5.00 Cash with ordeal s. Clay Genler, Kans MrN.NE.vpoi.is. Minn. — The annual cxhihition of the Minnesota State Flor- ists' Association will be held here in November. It is hoped to make it the greatest flower show ever seen in the northwest. 296 The American Florist. Mar. 5, Attention Buyers. If in need of any of the following stock we will be pleased to quote Bargain prices: vSmall Kentia, Latania or Phoenix Palms, 4 and o-incli Araucarias, Boston, Piersoni, Elegantlssima, Scottii, Amer- pohli, Piumosus, Sprengeri, or Small Ferns for dishes. Also all kinds of Bedding Stock in small sizes. Give us a trial on 3-inch Chinese and obconica primroses in bloom, Special, $4.00 per 100. D. U. AUGSPURGER & SONS CO., Box 394 PEORIA, ILL. A FEW GOOD THINGS YOU WANT. Rex Bedonla, 2 in. SS.OO per 100. Asparagus Sprengeri, 3 in. fc.OO per 100 Geraniams, Nutt. Doyle. Perkins. Grant, L« Favorite. R C..$1.25: 2-in. pots. $2.00: 3in., $400 per 100: Viaud. Castellane, Poitevine. Jaulin. Ricard, Buchner. R. C. $1.50; 2 in pots. $2 50: 3-in.. $5.00 per 100; Mme. Salleroi 2in.. K.OO per 100 Asparagus Plumosns, 2 in. $3.00 per 100: 3-ln. $5.n0ppr100. Cut fronds 25c per bunch. Boston Ferns, 5 in 25c each. Whitmanl Ferns. 4-in. 2Sc each. Cycas Palms, 4 to 5 leaves. $1.00, $1.50 and $2.00. Vlnca Var., 2 in. $2.00 per 100. Cash with order. No C. O. D. All shipmentt at risk of purchasers, after being' delivered to the express companies properly packed in eood order GEO. M. EMMANS, Newton, N. J. Nashville. The grim reaper has been very busy among the prominent citizens in this community recently. W. K. Phillii)s, a very wealthy man of West End ave- nue, died in Florida. There was an exquisite pall made by Geny Bros, for the funeral, also a pillow or cushion five feet long of lilies, carnations, lily of the valley, and fine American Beauty roses. Also a wreath three feet in diameter upon a stand five feet high, one-half of callas, roses and car- nations and the other half of lavender sweet peas and lily of the valley. The base was very artistic with palm leaves, callas and roses rising from it. Gauze-like streamers of lavender and white gave an artistic finish. The veteran undertaker, W. R. Cornelius, who for nearly 50 years has done busi- ness in this cit.v. also died and the numerous handsome florals testified to the high esteem in which he was held, every kind of design Iseing used at his funeral. Another death was that of a prominent architect, G. W. Thomp- son, and his funeral was the occasion of a great trade in floral circles. The recent state conference of the Daughters of the American revolu- tion, held in this city on February 21-22. called fur many compli- mentary flowers. The hall and the Centennial club were decorated with palms and the "Daughters" carried gorgeous bouquets, the gifts of admir- ing friends. Violets are more plentiful. One of our experienced growers says it has been a very poor violet year, that early last fall they became "soft" and did not bloom satisfactorily, but are doing somewhat better now. John Scott, of the W. H. Anderson ■ Co., of Lebanon, was in the city re- cently, having come to deliver some florals ordered from Lebanon. Mr. Scott lately married Miss Kitty Sharp- ies, for a number of years with the Joy Floral Co., and they are living VAUGHAN'S UST OF Dormant Stock Crimson Ramblers. 2 years old. 2 to 3 feet, well branched, own roots. $2.0t 2 years old. 2 to 3 feet, well branched, budded 2.00 3 years old, 3 to 5 feet, well branched, budded 3.00 4. inch pots Per doz. Per 100 $15.00 15.00 18.00 10.00 TausendSChOn. Per doz. Per 100 2-yr. old. dormant, grafted plants $3.50 $25.00 Lady Gay. 2-yr. old. dormant stock $3.00 $20.00 White Baby Rambler. 3inch $ .15 4-inch 25 $2.50 $20.00 Azalea Mollis Each 15 to 20 buds $0 50 40 to 50 buds 1 00 Baby Rambler. Dormant, field-grrown. Per doz. 100 1000 1st size, selected, budded. 3-years $2.50 $16.00 $150.00 2nd size, selected, grafted, 2years 2.00 12.00 100.00 Pot-grown. 2Hinch $ .75 5.0O 3-inch 1.25 800 4-inch 2.00 12.00 Doz. 100 $500 $40 00 10 00 Lemoinei.7-in. Deutzla Each 25 Doz. 2 50 100 20 00 All P.ants F. O. B. Western Springs, 111. Vaughan's Seed Store, 84-86 Randolph St., CHICAGO. 25 Barclay St., NEW YORK, Greenhouses and Nurseries: Western Springs, UI, "Sp2.ng Book for Florists." Ask for It. CARNATIONS April Delivery, A few read}' for March. White Perfection, Rose Pink Enchantress, and Victory at til5.0J per 1000. White Enchantress, $17.50 per 1000. Lawson Enchantress, Winona and Beacon att20.00per UOJ. O. P. Bassett and Alvina at $30.00 per ICOO- Fenn, Lawson and Winsor at $IO.uD per 1003. GERANIUMS, Ready March 21 and later. Nutt at $10,00 per loOD. Ricard and Poitevine at 812 00 per lOCO- ASPARAGUS PLUMOSUS, $25.00 per 1001. ASPARAGUS SPRENGERI. at $25.0D per 1000. Sprengeri "SPECIAL" ready for lour inch pots ai $50.00 per 1000. sample for 10c, % \ , I ALBERT M. HERR, Lancaster, Pa. j RUBBER PLANTS 5 and 6 inch pots. 18 to 24 inches hich, $3.00 per dozen. Strong Boston Ferns 4inch pots. $1.50 per dozen. W. W. COLES. Kokomo, Ind now in Lebanon. Mr. Scott is with Mr. Anderson, who has a very nice range of houses in Lebanon and does a good local business with a growing up countr.v trade. Trumpet Major.s and the narcissi are coining in now from the growers, but in a week or two more they will be plentiful outdoors, some being even now in bud. While there is an abundance of flowers, the roses are off crop and will come on just in time for the Easter trade. M. C. D. Greenfield. Mass. — William Ken- nedy has been in poor health for .some time. Battle Creek. Mich. — A call for the purpose of forming a sweet pea society sounds unusual for shopmen, but it was issued by M. W. Westbrook, as organizer of the Grand Trunk Horti- cultural society. This organization, originally formed in Port Huron, con- tains machinists and blacksmiths at the Grand Trunk locomotive shops, who believe in cultivating flowers and raising vegetables while off duty. A flower show will be given by the men, with valuable prizes and the sweet pea meeting held February 26, was one of the preliminaries. A New Fern NEPHROLEPIS GIATRASII Awarded a Certificate of Merit by the Horticultural Society of New York. Prices: in 214-inch pots, $3.50 per dozen; ,$26.00 per 100; $200.00 per 1000. 25 plants at 100 rates; 500 plants at 1000 rates. Orders delivered in rotation as received. NOW Ready for delivery, GEORGE GIATRAS, 463 Summit Ave., West Hoboken, N. J. 4/ention the American Florist token "Writing 300 for $5.00 Ivy Geraniums, Cinerarias, Asp. Sprengeri, Primula i^bconlca, Alyssiun, out of 2^ in. pots. $2.00 per 101'. 3U0 for S5.U0. Pansies, Forget-me-nots and Daisies (Bellis). fine plants. J2,0J per 1000. J. C. SCHMIDT, Bristol, Pa. Mention tlie American Florist when writing ROOT£D ROSE CUTTINGS. Per 100 Per 1000 Am. Beauty $4.00 .$35.00 Pink Killarney 2.60 20.00 Richmond 1.50 12.00 Brides 1.50 22.00 Satisfaction Guaranteed. Geo. Reinberg, si wabashAve.. Chicago. igio. The American Florist. 297 Cacfi and Mexican Resurrection Plants \Vf are in the heart of the cartus couQtry, and lurnish the healthiest opeii-srrowD stocic, over I'Ovarietios. to till- iorcign and domestic trade. 2S-papeilhistrated catalogueof Cacti free. Mexican Resurrection Plants. We arc strictly headquarters for this ^^'' plant and ship ail over the world Good sized dormant plants, guaranteed to '"resur- rect." lOOO, lO.rO: .S.COOal ^3.50: lO.OOf) at .*S 00. THE FRANCIS E. LESTER COMPANY, Dept. LS2. Messlla Park, N. M. Wanted Best offer on the following list of plants for early shipment, well grown stock. 500 Geraniums, Mrs. E. G. Hill, 2V2-in. 200 each Dracena indivlsa, 6-inch, 5-inch and 4-inch. WHOLESALE, care American Florist. Rioted Carnation Ciittiogs Per 100 Per 1000 Enchantress $2 00 $18 00 Sarah Hill, white 4 CO 35 00 Lawson Enchantress, pink 2 50 20 00 Lawson. pinic 2 00 IS 00 W, H. Taft. red 4 50 40 00 Beacon, red 3 00 25 00 Victory, red 2 50 20 00 Lawson, variegated 2 50 20 00 Cash with order or C. 0. D. SCHEIDEN a SCHOOS, 517 Asbury Ave.. Evanston. III. SPECIALTIES. Roses, from 3 in pots. Cbrysanthemums Carnations for fall delivery. Smilax, Violets IN BEST VARIETIES. Prices low. Send for list. Wood Brothers, S^l°?o^^: WHITE SPORT OF Helen Frick Chrysanthemum $2.00 and $3.00 perdoz. Slock plants, ALVINA CARNATION.... $5.00 Dcr 100: $45.00 per 1000: Deliverv atonce, HENRY EICHHOLZ, Waynesboro, Pa. Bumoer crops for sprine delivery. ■sjHf I rrni r/LORALCOMPANYe^ SHAMROCK True Irish, 2-in. pots. J.S.OO iier 101: $15.00 |)er lOCO. fash with ordir. FRANK OEGHSLIN, 491 1 Qulncy St., CHICAGO. Wav.ne Ju.N'ctio.v, Pa. — Grower.s em- ployed by the Philadelphia & Reading- are making- ])rc-parations for the dis- tribution of 200.000 plants among the (in pots .\pr. 1 .$2 00 10 varieties of Cannas,.i^j in. iiols, Apr.l.. 4 0) 400 Asp. Plumosus, 2^4 in pots 2(0 Altemantheras, red and yellow. .\pr. 1 2 00 Pansy Plants, small .$2 50 per ICOD ,50 Pansy Plants, lar^e. .^pr. 1 1 50 -Cash, No C. O. D.- JOS. H. CUNNINGHAM, Delaware, O. PiTTSFiEi.i). Mass. — R. Engelman lost about 500 .square feet of glass by the recent heavy snowstorm. Alto- gether the (Jamage amounted to about $250. Bismarck, N. D. — The Hoskins Flo- ral Co. has ordered glass for two ad- ditional greenhouses. The remarka- ble success of the venture has called (or expansion. 298 The American Florist. Mar. 5, Index to Advertisers Advance Co The VI Akron McliCo VI Allen JK 279 Am Blower Co 3 4 American Spawn Co. 286 AmlinsE C 275 Andi-rsenSi)ec'ltvCo.307 Anderson Flo Co.... 282 Anderson S A 282 .Andorra Nurseries . 2S9 Aphine Mftt Co 27l. Aschmann Godfrey 292 .'\rchias Seed Store ..2S5 Atlanta Floral Co.. 2S1 Augspurger D & Son296 .Avenue Floral Co.. 285 Baer Julius 282 Barrows H H & Son. 291 Bassett & Washburn 273 283 Baur & Smith 293 Bayersdorfer H 306 Heaven E A 280 Beckert W C 295 Berninu H G 280 Berrydale E.\p Gar.. 289 Bertermann Bros Co 282 289 Bindekunst Veriag-...30f) Blackistone Z D 282 Blind H L & Bros... 281 Bobhjnk & Atkins. ..2S9 Boddington A T 2*14 Bodgcr JnoS'SonsCo2S5 Boland J B Co 281 Bowe M A 281 Brant S D 295 Braslan Seed Gro C.284 Breitmever'b J Sons 281 Bridgeman's 285 Brown A C 295 BrownAlfred SecdCo2S4 Brownell C W & Co.2'M BruDs H N IV Bryan Alonzo J 286 Budlong J A 272 Bunyard A T 281 Burpee W A & Co IV Byer Bros 294 Caldwell the Woods- man Co 'SO Carrillo & Baldwin. .294 Charuhers C ¥ 280 Chi 1 arn Co I .95 Chi House Wreck Co.iO-! Clark The E B Co .\\ Clarke's Sons David. 283 Cleveland CutFlo Co 81 Coles W W 29f, Cook & Miller 271 Cotsonas Geo & Co.. ^80 Cottage Gardens 24] Cousins Leonard Jr. .2*14 Cowee W J .^16 Craig Robt Co 91 Crump Frank F ?8 Cunningham Jos H .297 Daniels & Fisher.... 282 DardsChas 281 Davis Ciioi«rage Co. 307 Dayton Floral Co... 781 Deamud J B Co 274 Denver Wholesale Flower Mkt 277 Derby Henry 3 6 Detroit Flower Pot...W Deitsch A &Co VI Diller Caskev&Keen,^07 Dillon J L..." 2i7 Dingee & Conard Co2.S8 Dorner F & Sons Co I Dreer H A 2X5 .^14 Dunlop John H 282 Eagle Wire Wks.....^O(, Edwards Fold'g Box3i>6 Eichholz H.-nry 297 Elliott W H 277 Ellwanger & Barry.. 2.S9 Emmans Geo ^I 296 Eyres H G 281 Farmers Seed & Nursery Co 2S9 FiUow Mower Co 295 Fisher Estate David.297 Fisher H A & Co.... 282 Fiske Seed Co 285 Florists' Hail Ass'n.,306 Foley Mfg Co V For Sale and Rent 271 Ford Bros 279 Ford CS 303 Forest Seed & Nur Co 289 Freeman G L 294 Froment H E 279 Galvin Thos F 28^ Garland Geo M Co. 305 Gasser J M Co 283 Giatras Geo 2% Gibiin & Co VI Gorham & Chapline 306 Gude Bros 283 Guttman Al.x J 279 Hartmann Hjalmar..286 Hauswirth F'lorist. 282 Heacock Jos Co 294 Heinl Geo A 28 I Heinl John & Son. 281 Herr Albert M 2% Herrmann A 306 Hess& Swoboda....28J Hews A H &Co 307 Hilfinger Bros 3 7 Hill TheE G Co.... I HippardE 308 Hitchings & Co .30S Hoi-rber Bros 275 Hoftman Florist ....281 Holm & Olson 281 Holton & Hunkel...289 Hooker H M Co .^05 Hort Trade Journal. 3 6 Humfeld C 294 Hunt AE &Co 295 Hunt Bros 295 Hunt E H 275 298 Igoe Bros 3 6 IsbellS M & Co 285 Jackson & Perkins. 289 Johnson D D 3"3 Johnson W W & Son '85 Johnston Heating Co3<>l Kasting W F Co.... 279 Kclli-r Geo & Sons. .^07 Keller J B& Sons... 281 K. Hogg Geo M 281 Keniiicott Bros Co 275 Kessier Bros 279 King ('onstructn V Kohr A F 3 7 Kramer I N & ^on .307 Krick's Lelters 298 Kroeschell Bros o. .304 Kruchten John ^75 Kuehn C A 2'0 Kuhl Geo A 295 Kyle & Foerster 275 Lager & Hurrell 2**4 Landreth Seed Co .285 Langjahr A H .278 27'i Leedle Floral Co .297 Lester The Francis ECo 297 Lichienb-rger J 298 Lord & Burnhani V McCallum Co 277 McConnell Alex 281 McCoy L W 280 McCray Ref-ig. Co 3(»i McCuUougb's J M Sons Co 277 McDonald Bros. . . . .3'i7 McKellar Chas. W. 275 McKis*ick Bros 277 Mann Otto IV Mastin J G & Co.... 303 Matthews Florists, . .281 May & Co LL 281 Metropolitan Materl Co VI Meyer John C & Co. 31)3 Michigan Cut Flower Exchange 280 Millang ,\ug ^79 «•-* Wittbold I Watering System The uying in time and l&bor for one seaaon will pay for • com- plete equipment. For particulars write to E. H. HUNT 70-78 Wabuti Arc, CEDCAOO i Millang Chas 279 MillerES IV Moll Wm V Moninper J C Co .SOS Moon The W m HCo.2S9 Mo re Hentz&Nasb.279 Morehi'ad Mfg Co... 3 5 Morse C C & Co 2S4 Munk Floral Co 277 Murphy Wdliam 2yi Murray Samuel 281 Myers Florist 282 Mvers & Co VI Nash Chas Co 289 Nat Flo B of Trade. 298 Natural Guano Co 298 NY Cut Flower Ex.279 Niessen Leo Co 277 North Carolina Evergreen Co 280 Ob.rliiiThos J 2S5 Oeschlin Frank.. 295 297 Palethorpe PR Co.. 303 Palmer W J & Sons. 283 Park Floral Co 282 Pape & Bergman 286 Peacock Dahlia Farm 289 Perfect i n Chem Co.304 Haters & Reed Pot'y3 7 Peterson J A I Phoenix Nursery Co. 2^9 Pierson F R Co I Pillsburv I L ,^04 Piiou Eugene Ir 2.S9 Pittsburg Cut Flo Co277 Pittsburg Florist Ex.277 Poehlmann Bros Co 275 293 Pollworth C C Co282 298 Puh'eriz'd ManureCo2*S Quaker CityMchWksVl Randall .-^ L Co 275 Randolph & Mc Clements .304 Raynor JI 27^ Readv Reference. .. .2 )9 Reed & Keller .^K, Regan Print House .■^06 ReimersM D 2S1 Reinberg Geo 2**6 Reinberg Peter 273 Rice Bros 277 Rock W L Co 282 Roehrs Julius Co. . . .294 Robinson HenryM C°2*i\ Roemer Fredk 2S5 Rohnert Waldo 285 Routzahn Seed Co.. IV Sander & Son 297 Scheiden & Schoos 2^7 Schmidt J C ?»6 Schul.heis Bros 2^9 Schulz Jacob 280 Shaffer Geo C 283 Sharp Partridge &Co\'I Shepard's Garden Car Co 2S0 Sheridan W F 279 Sirocco Eng'ring Co.S04 Skidelsky & Irwin... 295 Slinn BSJr 279 Smith A W & Co....2.Sl Smith Elm.T D& Co294 Smith Gurdon B ....2.80 Smith Henrv 2St) Smith Wm C 280 Smith W &T Co.... I Smits Jacs 289 Stearns Lumber Co.\'I Sterling Emery Wheel Co 298 Stoothoft H A Co. .306 Storrs & Harrison Co293 Sub Target Gun Co. 3 5 Syracuse Pottery Co..S07 TMK DFlri HU (VMRK MANURES Dried, icreened and packed In basa of 100 Iba. each PULVERIZED SHEEP MANURE Psre - Uniform - Reliable A atroor and qaick actinc aanure klgfalT recommended for camationaandchrraanlhemnma SHREDDED CATTLE MANURE "EmMj to Handle and Apply Sironfer and belter In everr way tban rwack manure. Laals mucb lonrer an tbe benckea. Unequalled for mulching and feedinr roaee. liquid manurinr and mixior with benck ana pottiae aolL Uaed by all tbe larceat rrowera. Ask your lupplr man or write for circulars and pricea. The Pulverized Manure Co^ S2 Union Stoc1< Tarda. CHICAG* Superior Mach & Boiler Wks .304 Tamminga D J 286 Thompson Car Co. 295 Thomson Wm&Son. ..306 Thorburn J M&Co. 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When crowded for space, will sustain the weight of 100 lbs. Samples and prices on request. CHAS. A. KRICK, GrUneAve.. Brooklyn, H. Y. Lone Distance Telephone. 17S Biishwick. Gold Letters Gummed Gold and Purple Letters. For inscriptions on Floral Desini, Best and Cheapest oo the Market. Send for samples and prices, J. LICHTENBERGER. 1566 Avenue A. NSW TOKK. Telephone: Lenox 5644 THE BEST WAY to collect an account Is to place it wttk lb National Florists' Board Of Trade 56 rinc Street* NKW TOKK, WHT7 BdCBuse many debtors will pay tiM Board feariiifr otfaorYi&e a bad ratine in onr Credit Ll«t. FuU iDforoiation as to methods and rates rlT«a OB application. CUT FLOWER AND Design Boxes All sizes, lowest prices. Writ* C. C. Pollworth Co^ MaWAUKEE Sterling Iron Reservoir Vases Chairs, Settees, Hitching Posts, Etc. Complete Catalogue and Discounts Upon -.Quest. The Sterling Emery Wheel Hfg. Co., om?^.. a. igio. The American Florist. 299 Ready Reference Section. 10 CENTS PER LINE, NET: ACHYRANTHES. Achyranthes Lindenii (narrow pointed leaf variety) rooted cuttings, $10 per 1.000. A No. 1 stoclv. H. Heepe's Sons. Akron. O. AGERATUMS. Ageratum, 3 kinds, 2-in., $1.50 per 100. Byer Bros,. Chambersburg. Pa. ALTERNANTHERAS. Alternantheras. 2 ^4 -in., yellow. 2c. Mos- baek Greenhouse Co.. Onarga, 111. Alternantheras, red and yel., $2 per 100. Jos. H. Cunningham, Delaware. O. ALYSSUM. Alyssum giant and dbl., 2-ln., $2 per 100. R. Vincent. Jr.. & Sons. Wlilte Marsh, Md. Alyssum, 214-ln., $2 per 100; 300 for $5. J. C. Schmidt, Bristol, Pa. ARAUCARIAS. Araucarias, D. U. Augspurger & Sons Co., Peoria. 111. Araucarias, Bobbink & Atkins, Rutherford, N. J. ASPARAGUS. Asparagus plumosus nanus, from 2Vi-in. pots, J2.60 per 100; $22.60 per 1,000. Cash with order. Floral Hill Gardens, G. F. Kneipp, Prop., Chatham, N. J. REPOT TO DOUBLE VALUE. Fine :-in. Sprengeri, $2. Strong value to shift no^v. Plumosus, 2-in.. $2.59; 4-in., 88. Gullett & Sons. Lincoln, 111. Asparagus plumosus nanus, 2'/i-in pots, strong plants, $2 per 100. Grand Rapids Greenhouse Co., Grand Rapids. Mich. Asparagus Sprengeri, 2-ln.. $3 per 100; !14-in., heavy, $4.50. Wagner Park Con- eervatories, Sidney, O. Asparagus plumosus, 2%-in., 3c; 3-in. 6c. Sprengeri, 2% -In.. 2c; 3-in., 6c; 4-in., 10c. Mosbaek Greenhouse Co., Onarga , 111. Asparagus Sprengeri. Seedlings, $1 per 100; »7 per 1,000. Plumosus. 2V4-in., $2 per 100. Jos. H. Cunningham, Delaware . O. Asparagus Plumosus. $25 per 1.000. Spren- geri, $25 per 1.000; 4-in., $50 per 1,000. A. M. Herr. Lancaster, Pa. Asparagus plumosus. 4-in.. extra fine large plants. $s per 100. Schartt Bros.. Van Wert. Ohio. Asparagus Sprengeri. 3-in., $5 per 100. Plumosus, 2-in., $3; 3-in., $5 per 100. Geo. M. Emmans, Newto n, N. J. Asparagus plumosus. 2%-in., 3o; 3-ln., 6c; 4-m., 10c. Sprengeri. 3-In., 6c; 4-in., 10c. G. Aschmann, 1012 W. Ontario St., Phila. Asparagus Sprengeri. 4-in.. $5 per 100. F. C. Riche. Webster. Mass. Asparagus Sprengeri. 2%-ln., $2 per 100; 300 for $5. J. c. Schmidt, Bristol, Pa. Asparagus Sprengeri, 3-in., $4 per 100. Poehlmann Bros. Co., Morton Grove, 111. Asparagus plumosus, Sprengeri D U. Augspurger & Sons Co., Peoria. 111.' ASPIDISTRAS. Aspidistras, var., 6-in., $1 each; 6-in.. Jl-60; i-in., $2. Green, 5-in., 75c each; 6- in $1; 7-in., $1.50. Vaughan's Seed Store, Chicago and New Yo rk. AUCUBAS. Aucuba Japonlca, variegated, 18 Ins., 55c each; $5 per doz. ; 24 to 30 Ins., $1.50 each; 516 per doz.; Japonica type, 18 Ins., $1 each; 110 per doz. Vaughan's Seed Store, Chicago and New York. AZALEAS. Azaleas, Bernard Andreas Alba, Niobe, Helena Theilman, Empress of India, Apollo, De Schryveriana, Dr. Moore, Mme. Van der Cruyssen, Louis Van Houtte, Simon Mard- ner, Vervaeniana, Deutsche Perie, $1.25 to $2.50 each. Srnaller sizes. Van der Cruyssen, Mardner, Apollo, Niobe, Empress of India. D. Perle, De Schryverniana, Vervaeneana, 50c to $1.25. In bloom. Mme. Petrick, Mardner, D. Perle, Apollo. Vervaeneana, 75c to $1.50. G. Aschmannn, 1012 W. Ontario St., Phila. Azalea mollis, 15 to 20 buds, 60c each; $5 per doz.; $40 per 100; 40 to 60 buds, $1 each; $10 per doz. Vaughan's Seed Store, Chicago and New York. Azalea mollis, 15-30 buds, $S per 100. C Kerkvoorde, Wetteren. Belgium. Azaleas. Jacs Smlts. Naarden. Holland. BAY TREES 2,000 bay and box trees in ail sizes; pyra- mid and standard. Write for list. Julius Roehrs Co., Rutherford, N. J. Bay trees. Bobbink ford, N. J. Atkins. Ruther- BEODING PLANTS. Bedding Plants; Coleus, Golden Bedder, Firebrand, Anna and John Pflster and other leading varieties, $2 per 100; $18 per 1,000. Salvia, $2.60 per 100; $20 per 1,000. Double Petunias (Snowdrift) and Single petunias, mixed, $2 per 100. Heliotrope, $2 per 100. Birmingham Landscape and Nursery Co., P. O. Box 663, Birmingham, Ala. BEGONIAS. Begonias, 25,000 strong, extra fine trans- planted plants of Vernon and Gracilis Rosea, $1 per 100 by mail; $7.50 per 1,000 by ex- press. Cash with order. Peter Brown, Lancaster. Pa. Begonia Gloire de Lorraine and Agatha, $15 per 100; $140 per 1.000. Turnford Hall, $20 per 100. Pres. Taft, $20 per 100. J. A. Peterson. Westwood, Cincinnati, O. Begonia Lorraine and Agatha, leaf cut- tings, 2%-in. pots, June delivery, $12 per 100; $100 per 1.000. All orders filled in ro- tation. Julius Roehrs Co.. Rutherford, N. J. Begonias. Vernon and Erfordii, R. C, 90o per 100. J. W. Davis, 225 W. 16th St., Davenport, la. BEGONIAS, blooming, 8 best commercial varieties, strong rooted cuttings, $1 per 100. Cash. Chillicothe Floral Co.. Chillicothe, O. Begonia Flambeau, 4-in., 15c. G. Asch- mann. 1012 W. Ontario St.. Philadelphia, Begonia Adolf Menzel. 2% -in., $2 per doz. Vaughan's Seed Store. Chicago and N, Y. Rex begonias, 2-in., $5 per 100. Geo. M. Emmans, Newton, N. J. BOXWOOD. Box trees, bush, 15 to 18 Ins., $4 per doz.; 20 to 24 Ins., $8 per doz. Vaughan's Seed Store, Chicago and N ew York. Boxwood, pyramids, 2-2%-feet, $15 per 100; 2%-3-feet, $25 per 100; 3-4-feet, $35 per 100. C. Kerkvoorde. Wetter en. Belgium. BULBS, Gladiolus Alice Carey, the best white in cultivation, No. 1 bulbs, $6 per 100; $40 per 1,000. America, No. 1, $4 per 100; $30 per 1,000. Golden Nugget, best bright yellow, $1.50 per doz.; $10 per 100. Princeps, $1.25 per doz.; $8 per 100. List free. E. Y. Teas Co.. Centerville, Ind. Bulbs of all kinds. A. T. Boddington, 342 W. 14th St., New York. Bulbs, tuberoses, true dwarf Pearl 1st size, 4-6-in., 90c per 100; $7.50 per 1,000; $35 per 5,000; medium, 3-4-in., 60c per 100; $4 per 1.000; $17.50 per 6.000; mammoth. 6-8-in.. $1.50 per 100; $12 per 1,000. Be- gonias, gloxinias, gladiolus. Vaughan's Seed Store, Chicago and New York. Gladioli, Independence, the best red in the market; also Mrs. Francis King, Giant Pink. Augusta, and Groff's hybrids, genuine stock. Write for prices. Geo. S. Woodruff, Inde- pendence. la. Bulbs, Dutch hyacinths, single, $1.60 per 100; $10 per 1,000. Calla Ethlopica, $2 per 100; $15 per 1,000. Gladiolus America, bulb- lets, $5 per 1.000. Berrydale Experiment Gardens. Route 1. Holland. Mich. Bulbs, Gladioli, Brenchleyensis. May, Ceres, Isaac Buchanan, Pactole, La Marck, yellow and orange, etc. Cinnamon vine, Maderla vines, lilies, iris, oxalis, etc. E. S. Miller, Wading River, N. Y. Chinese Sacred Lilies, $3 per 100; $25 per 1,000. Dutch Hyacinths, named, single and double, first size. $6 per 100; exhibition size, $10. Dingee & Conard Co., West Grove, Pa. Bulbs, hyacinths, tulips, narcissus, crocus, spireas, gladiolus, peonies, etc. Van Zanten Bros., Hillegom. Holland. Caladium esculentum, 3 to 5-ln. circum- ference, $1.60 per 100. Wagner Park Con- s ervatorles, Sidney, O. Gladiolus "1900." $1 per 100; $8 per 1.000. T. J. Oberlin, Sinking Spring, Pa. Bulbs, hyacinths, tulips and daffodils. P. Verdegaal, 14 Stone St., New York. Bulbs, all florists' varieties. H. E. Fiske Seed Co., Faneuil Hall Square, Boston. CANNAS. Cannas, Austria, Italia. John White, Mrs. Kate Gray, Pennsylvania, $1.50 per 100; $14 per 1,000. Alice Roosevelt. B. Poitevine. Chas. Henderson, C. Bedder. Duke of Marl- borough, Pillar of Fire, $1.25 per 100; $12 per 1.000. P. Vaughan. King Edward, N. Wendlandt. Parthenope, Paul Marquart, Victory, $1.25 per 100; $12 per 1.000. Bgan- dale. Grand Rogue, Shenandoah, Robusta, $1.75 per 100; $15 per 1.000. Mme. Berat, Mme. Crozy, $1.60 per 100; $14 per 1,000. Mixed, 75c per 100; $6 per 1,000. Estate of David Fisher, Montvale, Mass. Cannasl Sec. Chabanne, Paul Marquart, Cinnabar. $1.75 per 100. Pennsylvania. Ro- busta. Mile. Berat. $1.00. Beaute Poitevine. Pres. Viger, $3. Papa Nardy. $5. Wagner Park Conservatories, Sidney. Ohi o. Cannas, King Humbert, Chas. Henderson, Ex. Crampbell. Mme. Crozy. A. Bouvler. Mile. Berat, F. Vaughan, Souv. de A. Crozy. W. C. Beckert, 103 Federal St., Northslde, Pitts- burg. Pa. Cannas, good assortment of fine large bulbs. Write for price list. Mosbaek Green- house Co., OTiarga, 111. Cannas, for prices and varieties see large advertisement in this issue. Arthur T. Eod- dington. 242 W. 14th St.. New York. Cannas, 10 vars.. SVa-in.. $4 per 100. Jos. H. Cunningham. Delaware. O. Cannas. R. Vincent. Jr.. & Sons Co.. White Marsh. Md. CACTI. Cacti. Over 100 varieties of cacti, from $7 per 100 up. Write for free 28-page cata- logue, and prices to the trade. Also Mexi- can Resurrection plants. The Francis E. Lester Company, Dept. L. S., Mesilla Park. N. M. CARNATIONS. Carnations. Wood Bros., Fishki ll, N, Y. Carnations. J. L. Dillon, Bloomsburg, Pa. If You Do Not Find What You Need In Our Ready Ref^enee Dei^iment, Write Us ADout It 300 The American Florist. Mar. 5, Carnations, Conquest, Sangamo, Mary Tol- man, $12 per 100; 5100 per 1,000. White Perfection, Daybreak, Lawson, R. P. En- chantress, Winona, Winsor. Splendor, Aris- tocrat. Afterglow. Lawson — Enchantress, Victory, A. Carnegie. $3 per 100; $25 per 1,000. Enchantress, $2.50 per 100; $20 per 1,000. May Day, $6 per 100; $50 per 1.000. Alvina. $5 per 100; $45 per 1,000. O. P. Bassett, $6 per 100; $50 per 1,000. Gov. Deneen, $5 per 100; $46 per 1,000. Chicago Carnation Co., Joliet, 111. Carnations, Enchantress. $2 per 100; $1S per 1,000. Red Victory, Var. Lawson, $2.50 per 100; $20 per 1,000. White Sarah Hill, $4 per 100; $35 per 1,000. Pink Lawson — En- chantress. $2.50 per 100; $20 per 1.000. Pink Lawson. $2 per 100; $15 per 1.000. W. H. Taft, $450 per 100; $40 per 1,000. Beacon, $3 per 100; $25 per 1,000. Schnelden & Schoos. 517 Asbury Ave.. Evanston, 111. Carnations. Bay State. $3 per 100. Bea- con. Enchantress. Rose Pink Enchantress, Victory, White Perfection. White Enchan- tress. Winona. Winsor, $3 per 100; unrooted cuttings, $2 per 100. Shepard's Garden Carnation Co., 292 Fairmount St.. Lowell. Mass. . Carnations, well rooted cuttings ready now. White Enchantress, Beacon, Winona, After- glow, Red Nelson Fisher, $3 per 100; $25 per 1,000. Winsor, $2 per 100; $18 per 1.000. O. P. Bassett. $6 per 100; $50 per 1.000. A. C. Canfleld. Springfield. 111. Carnations, White Perfection, Rose Pink Enchantress and Victory, $15 per 1,000. White Enchantress, $17.50 per 1.000. Law- son Enchantress. Winona. Beacon, $20 per 1.000. O. P. Bassett, Alvina. $30 per 1,000. Fenn. Lawson, Winsor, $10 per 1,000. A. M. Herr. Lancaster, Pa. ^___ Carnations, new seedlings, deep crimson and bright pink, $8 per 100; $75 per 1.000. Rose Pink Enchantress. $5 per 100. Din- gee & Conard Co., West Grove, Pa. Carnations, Mrs. C. W. W.ard. R. C. $2 per 12; $12 per 100; $100 per 1.000. Alma Ward. R. C. $3 per 12; $5 per 25; $9 per 50; $15 per 100; $35 per 250; $60 per 500; $120 per 1.000. Cottage Gardens Co., Inc.. Queens. L. I.. N. Y. Carnations, Enchantress. Perfection. Bea- con. $3 per 100; $25 per 1,000. Rose Pink Enchantress, Winsor. $2.50 per 100; $20 per 1 000. J. D. Thomson Carnation Co., Joliet, 111. Carnation Scarlet Glow, $12 per 100; $100 per 1.000. F. Dorner & Sons Co., Lafay- ette, Ind. Carnation Shasta, $12 per 100; $100 per 1,000. Baur &■ Smith, Indianapolis, Ind. Patten & Co.. Tewksbury, Mass. Carnations. Shasta. Sangamo. Scarlet Glow, Mary Tolman, Conquest, Admiration. $12 per 100; $100 per 1.000. Vaughan's Seed Store. Chicago and New York. Carnations. Sangamo, Conquest, Mary Tol- man. $12 per 100; $100 per 1.000. Chicago Carnation Co.. JoUet, 111. . Carnation Juanita. $8 per 100; $66 per 1.000. The Flllow Flower Co., Westport, Conn. Carnations, Apple Blossom and Wanoka. strong rooted cuttings, delivery Jan. 1. Wanoka Greenhouses. Barneveld, N. Y. CHHYSANTHEMUMS. Chrysanthemums, Monrovia, $3 per 100; $25 per 1,000. Oct. Frost, $3 per 100. Vir- ginia Poehlmann, $4 per 100; $35 per 1,000. Edmond Albe, $35 per 100. E. G. Hill Co., Richmond, Ind. ^___ Chrysanthemums, snow white sport of Helen Frlck, stock plants, $3 per doz. ; small plants, $2 per doz. Henry Elchholz, Waynesboro. Fa. Gloria a large early Enchantress pink Mum, R. C now ready. 25. $1; 100. $3.75. prepaid. Chas. Frost. Kenllworth, N. J. Chrysanthemum novelties. Charles H. Totty. Madison. N. J. Chrj'santhemums, leading vars. Wood Bros.. Flshklll. N. Y. . Chrysanthemums. Elmer D. Smith & Co.. Adrian. Mich. CINERARIAS. . Cinerarias. 6-ln.. 25c to 35o each. G. Aschmann, 1012 W. Ontario St., Phlla. Cinerarias, 214-ln., $2 per 100; 300 for $5. J. C. Schmidt. Bristol. Pa. CXEMATIS. Clematis. 2.000 Mme. B. Velllard, No. 1 field-grown. Sc each. Parks & Schaufel- be rger. Penfield. N. Y. __^_ Clematis panlculata. field. 1-yr., 6c; 2-yr., 10c. Dingee & Conard Co.. West Grove. Pa. Clematis. Bobbink & Atkins. Ruther- ford, N. J. COLEUS. Coleus, 10 kinds. Byer Bros., Chambers- h urg. Pa. Coleus, 10 vars., 2H-ln., $2 per 100. Jos. H. Cunningham, Delaware. O. Coleus. extra fine stock In top cuttings. 75c per 100; 2V4-in, $2. Mosbaek Greenhouse Co., Onarga, IH. Coleus, Verschaffeltii and Golden Bedder. 2-in.. $2 per 100. R. Vincent, Jr., & Sons Co.. White Marsh, Md. Coleus. J. L. Dillon. Bloomsburg. Fa. CROTONS. Crotons, 3-in., 20c each; $2 per doz.; 4- in., 350 each; $3.50 per doz.; 5-ln., 50c each; $6 per doz.; 6-in., $1 each; $10 per doz. Vaughan's Seed Store, Chicago and N. Y. DAHLIAS. Dahlias, six novelties of special merit. Corona, Charles Clayton, W. K. Jewett. Manltou. Princess Yetive. The Baron, other novelties and the best standard varieties. The best is the cheapest. Prices reasonable and fair dealing guaranteed. Hollyhocks and other hardy plants. Catalogue. W. W. Wiimore. Box 382. Denver. Colo. Dahlias. Black Beauty. Elegante. $3 per 100. Arabella, Earl of Pembroke, $6. All Large roots. Order today. Wagner Park Conservatories. Sidney. Ohio. Ohio dahlia, field roots, 75c each; $8.60 per doz. J. M. McCuUough's Sons Co., 316 Walnut St., Cincinnati. O. Dahlia roots, field clumps, $5 per 100 and up. R. Vincent, Jr., & Sons Co., White Marsh. Md. Dahlias. Pape & Bergmann, Quedllnburg, Germany. DAISIES. English daisies, dbl. 214-in., extra heavy. $3 per 100. Wagner Park Conservatories, Sidney, O. Marguerite Queen Alexandra, 4-ln., 25c each; $2.50 per doz. Vaughan's Seed Store, Chicago and New York. Daisies, $2 per 1,000. Bristol, Pa. J. C. Schmidt, DRACENAS. Dracaena Indlvlsa, 3-in., 6c: 4-in., 15c. Mosbaek Greenhouse Co., Onarga, 111^ EASTER STOCK. Easter stock, lilies. 12 %c per bud. Aza- leas, 75c to $1.50. Hyacinths, 4-in., $10; 6-ln., $16 per 100. Paper Whites, Von Sion and miniature hyacinths, 5-ln., $20; 6-in., $25 per 100. Primroses, obconica and Chi- nese, 3-in., $7.50; 4-in.. $10. Cyclamen, 3, 4, 5 and 6-ln. Baby Ramblers, 3-in., $12.50; 4-in., $25; 6-ln., 40c to 60c; 6-in., 50c to 75c. White Ramblers, Hermosa and Sou- perts, same price. Splreas, 26c to 75c each. Hydrangeas. 4-in., 25c; 5-in.. 40c to 50c; 6-in., 60c to 75c; 8, 9 and 10-in., 10 to 20 heads, $2 to $3.50 each. Geo. A. Kuhl, Pekln. III. 50,000 Easter lilies. Alfred H. Langjahr, 55 W. 2Sth St., New York. FERNS. FERNS FOR FERN DISHES. Extra strong, healthy, bushy, full-grown 2 1/4 -In. stock, guaranteed to please: as- sortment of 12 best varieties, $3 per 100; $25 per 1,000: 250 at 1,000 rate. CIBO- TIUM SCHIEDEI, king of ferns, the pride of every flower store. Orders booked now for young stock for growing on. Ready March. April and May. J. F. Anderson, Fern Specialist, Short Hills. N. J. Ferns, Improved Elegantlsslma, 4-ln., $3 per doz.; 6-ln., $9 per doz.; 8-ln., $12 to $18 per doz. Superblssima. 4-in., $3 per doz.: 6-ln.. $6 to $9 per doz.; 8-in., $12 to $18 per doz. Boston, Piersoni, WhItmanI, Scottll, 6-ln..- $6 per doz.: 8-in.. $12 per doz. F. R. Pierson Co.. Tarrytown. N. Y. Ferns. Boston, 3-ln., 15c each; $1.26 per doz.; $8 per 100; 4-ln., 25c each; $2.50 per doz.; $20 per 100; 6-in., 40o each; $4.60 per doz.; $35 per 100; 6-in., 75c each; $8 per doz.; $60 per 100; 7-ln., $1 each; $10 per doz.; $75 per 100: 8-in.. $1.25 each; $14 per doz.; $100 per 100. Vaughan's Seed Store, Chicago and New York. Ferns. Neph. Todeaoldes, 5^, 6 and 7 In., 35c to $1 each. Pterls Victoria, 6-ln. pans, 30c per pan. G. Aschmann. 1012 W. Ontario St.. Philadelphia. Ferns. Whltmanl and Elegantlsslma. 3-ln.. lOc; Boston and Piersoni, 3-in., 8c. Piersoni, Elegantlsslma, 6-ln.. 30c. Mosbaek Green- house Co.. Onarga. 111. Nephrolepls Whltmanl. 4-in. pots, 8c each; 3-in. pots, 5c each; 2M;-in. pots, 3c each; 2 14 -in., 2^c each; runners, Ic. Ley & Bro. Highland. N. Y. '^ Ferns, Boston, Piersoni, Elegantlsslma. Scottll. Amerpohll. D. U. Augspurger & Sons Co.. Peoria. 111. Ferns, Piersoni. Barrowsl. Scottll and Ele- gantlsslma. 4-ln.. $15 per 100. Wagner Park Conservatories. Sidney. O. Ferns for dishes, asst.. 2U-in.. $3.50 per 100: $30 per 1.000. Frank Oechslln. 4911 Quincy St.. Chicago. Fern Nephrolepls Giatrasil. 2'i-in.. $3.50 per doz.; $25 per 100; $200 per 1.000. George Giatras. 463 Summit Ave., W. Hoboken. N. J. FERNS. Boston, 2-ln. pots, $2.50 per 100. Piersoni, 2-ln. pots, $2.50 per 100. Cash. Chillicothe Floral Co., Chilllcothe, O. Ferns, Whltmani, 4-in., 10c; IVz-Va,, 3c; $25 per 1,000. John A. Doyle. Springfield. O. Ferns. Boston, 3-ln., 25o each. Whltmanl, 4-ln., 25c. Geo. M. Emmans. Newton. N. J. Ferns. Scottll, 6-ln., 20c: 6-ln., 30c. W W. Coles. Kokomo, Ind. Ferns. Whltmanl. 2U-ln.. $5 per 100. Henry H. Barrows & Sons. "U^'hitman. Mass. Ferns, Boston, 4-ln.. $1.50 per doz. W. W. Coles. Kokomo. Ind. ncus. ~ Ficus elastica. 20 to*24-ins., extra fine. $3 per doz. Wagner Park Conservatories, Sidney. O. Ficus elastica. 22-24 ins., S6 per doz.; $50 per 100. Frank Oechslin, 4 911 Quincy St.. Chicago. Rubber plants, 5 and 6-in., $3 per doz. W. W. Coles. Kokomo. Ind. FUCHSIAS. Fuchsias. 6 vars.. 2-In.. 52 per 100. R. Vincent, Jr.. & Sons Co.. White Marsh. Md. GENISTAS. Genista racemosa, 4-in., 30c each; $3.25 per doz.; 6-in., 75c each; §8 per doz. Vaughan's Seed Store, Chicago and N. Y. GERANIUMS. Geraniums, Nutt, Doyle, Perkins. Grant, La Favorite, R. C, $1.25 ; 2-ln., S2 ; 3-In.. $4 per 100. Viaud, Castellane, Poitevine. Jaulin, Ricard, Buehner. R, C. SI. 50; 2-in., $2.50; 3-in., $5 per 100. Mme. SaUerol, 2-In., $3 per 100. G. M. Emmans Newton. N. J. GERANIUM CUTTINGS, S. A. Nutt, Gen. Grant. Beaute Poitevine, Jean Viaud, Mme. Buehner. Large top cuttings, well rooted. $1.50 per 100: $15 per 1,000. The W. T. Buckley Co., Springfield. 111. Geraniums, strong 2-In. stock. Heteranthe. Nutt, Jean Viaud, La Favorite. L'Aube. Hill, $2 per 100; $18 per 1.000. Our selec- tion. $17 per 1,000. Pamela. $4 per 100. Anastasle Lecadre, $3 per 100. Red Wing, the best novelty of the season, 25c each; $2.50 per doz. Write for geranium cata- logue. F. H. De Witt & Co.. WoQster. Ohio. Geranium, Ricard. Nutt, Buehner. from 2 and 2>^-in. pots, extra fine lot of strong, cool grown plants. $2.25 per 100; $20 per 1,000; mixed. $2 per 100; $18 per 1.000. Well packed. J. R. Brooks. Oxford Depot, N. Y Geraniums, 8 vars., 2iA-in.. $3 per 100; $25 per 1,000. Jos. H. Cunningham, Dela- ware,^ Geraniums, Nutt. $10 per 1,000. Ricard, Poitevine, $12.50 per 1,000. A. M. Herr. Lancaster. Pa. Geraniums, standard sorts. $2 per 100; $18.50 per 1,000; 2-ln. pots. R. Vincent, Jr.. & Sons Co., White Marsh. Md. Geraniums, rose very large. 2 ^-in., 3c each. Mosbaek Greenhouse Co.. Onarga. III. Geraniums, Mme. Salleroi. 3-in., $2.50 per 100. Wagner Park ConservaiiTies. Sidney. O^ Geraniums, dbl. Grant, Castellane. 2-in., 2c. Byer Bros.. Chambersburg. Pa. Geraniums, leading vars.. 3-ln.. $3.50 per 100. F. C. Riebe, Webster, Mass. GREENS. Greens, fancy and dagger ferns. $1.75 per 1,000. Galax, bronze and green, $1.25 per 1,000; 10,000, $7.50. Sphagnum Moss, large bales. $1.25; Leucothoe Sprays, $1 per 100; 1.000, $7.50. Boxwood. 35c per bunch, 50 lbs.. $8.50. Michigan Cut Flower Exchange, Inc., 38-40 Broadway, Detroit. Mich. |{ You Do Not Find Wtiat You Need in Our Ready Reference Department, Write Us About It jgio. The American Florist. 301 Greens dagger and fancy ferns. $1.50 per 1,000. Bronze and green galax, $1 per 1,000: $8.50 par 10.000. Leucothoe Sprays $1 per 1,000; $7.50 per 10.000. Henry M. Robinson & Co.. 15 Province St., Boston. Mass. Greens, southern wild smilas. Log mosses, natural and perpetuated. E. A. Heaven, Evergreen. Ala. Greens, cut palmetto and cycas leaves, galax, leucothoe. ferns, mosses, etc. Kervan Co.. 113 W. 2Sth St.. New York. Greens, evergreen, fancy and dagger ferns, bronze and green galax. Geo. Cot- sonas & Co.. 33 TV. 28th St.. New York. HARDY PLANTS. Hardy plants. Special prices on field- grown stock to close out. Write if interested. Mosbaek Greenhouse Co.. Onarga. 111. HELIOTROPES. Heliotrope. Miss Bernice, 2%-in., $8 per 100. Skidelsky & Irwin Co.. 1215 Betz Bldg.. Philadelphia. Heliotrope, rooted cuttings, 75c per 100. prepaid. A. W. Higgins, Westfield. Mass. Heliotrope, $1 per 100; $8 per 1.00. S. D. Brant. Clay Center, Kans. HYDRANGEAS. Hydrangea Arborescens Grandiflora Alba. The true large flowering forcing variety, warranted true, 2 14 -in. pots, $3 per 100; 1-year field-grown, strong. 12 to 18 Inches. $6 per 100; $55 per 1.000. New trade list ready. Write for it today. The Good & Reese Co.. The Largest Rose Growers In the World. Springfield. O. Hydrangea Arborescens Grandiflora. "We have the largest stock of strong 2-year plants in America. Plants 2 to 3 feet. $2.50 per doz; $15 per 100; $140 per 1,000. Good plants, 15 to 20 inches. $10 per 100. List free. E. Y. Teas. Centerville. Ind. Hydrangea Arborescens Grandiflora Alba (grown from stock obtained from The E. G. Hill Co.). Feld grown 15 to 20 Ins., $7 per 100; $65 per 1.000: a smaller size, $5 per 100; Sy^-in., $3 per 100: $25 per 1,000. John A. Doyle. Springfield. O. Hydrangeas, R, C. $1.50 per 100; 2-in.. 50c per dozen; $4 per 100; 3-in., $1 per doz.; $S per 100. D, U. Auspurger & Sons Co., Box 778. Peoria. 111. Hydrangea paniculata grandi.. 18 to 24 Ins., 6c: 2 to 3 ft.. 9c. Dlngee & Conard Co., West Grove. Pa. Hydrangea Otaksa, pot-grown, 6-in., $15 per 100. Jackson & Perkins Co., Newark, N. Y. Hydrangea paniculata grandiflora. strong bushes, 2-3 feet, $40 per 1,000. C. Kerk- voorde. Wetteren. Belgium. IVY. Ivy, English, pot-grown plants, 4-in. pots, 3-ft. long, 3 to 5 branches, $12 to $15 per 100. A. L. Miller. Jamaica Olpp. Schenck Ave.. Brooklyn. N. Y. Ivy, German and parlor, 2-in., $2 per 100; $18 per 1.000; 3-in., $3. R. Vln- ccnt. Jr.. & Sons Co.. White Marsh. Md. LANTANAS. Lantanas, 5 vars., 2-in., $2 per 100; $18.50 per 1.000. R. Vincent. Jr., & Sons Co., White Marsh. Md. LOACS. Lilacs. Jacs Smits. Naarden, Holland. LILY OF THE VAILEY. To Import. Lily of the valley. London Market, $1.75 per 100; $14 per 1.000. Premium. $1.50 per 100; $12 per 1,000. International. $1.25 per 100; $10 per 1.000. Vaughan's Seed Store. Chicago and New York. Lily of the valley. Jacs Smits, Ltd., Naarden Holland. ^^^ Lily of the valley. Otto Mann, Leipzig, Saxony. Germany. From Storage. Lily of the valley, cold storage, 250, $3.50; per 1.000. $13. W. C. Beokert, Northside, Pittsburg. Pa. Lily of the valley. H. N. Bruns, 3040 W. Madison St.. Chicago. LOBELIA. ..J-obella, Kathleen. Mallard. 2-in., $2 per 100. R. Vincent. Jr., & Sons Co., White Marsh, Md. MUSHROOM SPAWN. Mushroom Spawn. Lambert's Pure Cul- ture. American Spawn Co.. St. Paul. Minn . Mushroom Spawn. Sure Crop. $8 per 100 lbs. Weeber & Don, 114 Chambers St., N. Y. NUKSIRY STOCK. Nursery stock, blue spruce, berried plants, climbing plants, clematis, conifers, ever- greens, funkias, Japan maples, hydrangeas. Jacs Smits. Ltd., Naarden, Holland, Virburnum plicatum, 2 to 3 ft., 12c; 3 to 3% ft., 15c. Dingee & Conard Co., West Grove, Pa. Nursery stock. Clematis, ampelopsis, tree hydrangeas, lilacs, shrubs, vines and per- ennials. Jackson & Perkins, Newark, N. Y . Nursery stock, apple seedlings, apple root grafts. Farmer Seed and Nursery Co., Fari- bault, Minn. Nursery stocl^. large trees, oaks, maples, pines and hemlocks. Andorra Nurseries. Chestnut Hill. Philadelphia. Nursery stock arbor vitae (Thuya occi- dentalis), 3 to 4 ft., 4 to 5 ft. trees. The Wm. H. Moon Co.. Morrisville. Pa. Nursery stock. Vines, perennials, conifers, shade and fruit trees, hedge plants. Jack- son & Perkins Co.. Newark. N. Y. Raspberries, transplanted ,ind good strong tips. Parks & Schaufelberger. Penfield. N. Y. Nursery stock, ornamental trees and shrubs. W. & T. Smith Co.. Geneva, N. Y. ORCHIDS. Orchids, importers, exporters, growers and hybridists. Sander. St. Albans. England. New York office, rom 1. 235 Broadway. Orchids. Largest stock in the country. Ask for prices. Julius Roehrs Co.. Ruther- ford. N. J. Orchid peat, rotted azalea peat, leaf miold, live Or baled sphagnum moss. C. W. Brownell & Co.. Walden. N. Y. Orchids, all commercial, cattleyas and novelties. Carillo & Baldwin. Seacaucus. N. J . Orchids of ail kinds. Lager & Hurrell. Summitt. N. J. Orchids. G. L. Freeman. 388 Appleton St., Holyoke. Mass. PALMS. Palms, Kentia Bel., 6-in.. 20 to 24 Ins., $1; 7-in.. 24 to 26 Ins., $1.50; 7-in.. 26 to 28 Ins., $2; 8-in., 32 to 34 Ins., $2.50; 8-in,. 34 to 38 Ins., $3.50. Kentia Fors.. 6-in.. 34 to 36 Ins., $1.50: 7-In.. 36 to 40 ins.. $2.50; S-in.. 40 to 44 Ins., $3.50; 8-in.. 44 to 48 Ins.. $4.50; 10-in.. 5 '.4 ft.. $S. Made-up Fors.. 3 plants in tub, 7-in., 40 to 44 ins., $4: 8-in., 44 to 48 Ins., $5; 10-in.. 44 to 48 Ins.. $6; lO-in.. 48 to 52 Ins.. $7; 10-in.. 50 to 54 Ins.. $8; Phoenix Roebe- lenli. 5-in.. $1 each; $10 per doz. Storrs & Harrison Co.. Painesville. O. Palms. Kentia Fors.. 35 to 60 Ins.. $1.50 to $3 each; 4-in.. 20c. Belmoreana. 4-in.. 25c; 3-in.. 10c. Cocos Wedd.. 3-ln.. 15c. Latania Borb.. 4-in.. 20c. Areca lutescens. 5-ln.. 35c. G. Aschmann. 1012 W. Ontario St.. Philadelphia. Palms. Kentias. in 214-in. pots, $8 per 100; $75 per 1.000. Jackson & Perkins Co., Newark. N. Y. Palms, Kentias, Latanias, Phoenix. D. U. Augspurger & Sons Co., Peoria , III. Palms, Kentias. Josepli Heacock Co.. Wyncote. Pa. Palms. Bohblnk & Atkln.g. Riithi-rforrl. N. J. PANSIES. Pansy plants. 50c per 100; $2.50 per 1.000; large plants. $2.50 per 100. Jos. H. Cunningham. Delaware. O. Pansies. German strain. $2.50 per 1,000. F. C. Riebe. Webster. Mass. Pansies, strong transplanted stock. $5 per 1.000. Mosbaek Greenhouse Co.. Onarga. 111. Pansies. $2 per 1,000. J. C. Schmidt, Bristol. Pa. PELARGONIUMS. ~^ Pelargoniums, Mme. Vibert, Sanditord's surprise. Linda. Dorothy, Mme. Thlbaut, strong. 2-In.. $6 per 100. F. H. DeWitt & Co.. Wooster. Ohio. PEONIES. Peonies all vars., Jacs Smits, Ltd., Naar- den, Holland. Peonies, leading vars.. W. & T. Smith Co.. Geneva. N. Y. Peonies only by the wholesale. Best 100 varieties. J. F. Rosenfleld. West Point. Neb. Peonies, sixteen acres. Write for prices. Gilbert H. Wild. Sarcoxle. Mo. Peonies. Let us know your wants. Wag- ner Park Conserva tories, Sidney, O. Peonies, a superb collection. Jackson & Perkins Co., Newark. N. Y. PETUNIAS. Petunias, dbl. mixed colors. 2-in., $2 per 100; $18.60 per 1,000; S-in.. $3 per 100; $25 per 1.000. R. Vincent, Jr., & Sons Co. White Marsh, Md. Petunias, Dreer's double, 15 varieties, 2^4- In.. 6O0 per doz.; $4 per 100; set of 15 75c. Henry A. Dreer. Philadelphia. Petunias, dbl.. $3 per 100. Joseph H. Cunningham, Delaware. O . Petunias, dbl.. 2-in., $2 per 100. Byer Bros.. Chambersburg. Pa. POINSETTIAS. Poinsettias, strong, healthy, vear-oid, fleld- grown plants, $10 per 100. Whittlesey Floral Co.. 1017 S. Boyle Ave., Los Angeles, Calif. PRIMULAS. Primulas. Chinese and obconica, 3-In., $4 per 100. D. U. Augspurger & Sons Co., Peoria . 111. Primula obconica. 2i.i-in.. $2 per 100; 300 for $5. J. C. Schmidt, Bristol. Pa. Primula obconica in fine bloom, 10c each. Mosbaek Greenhouse Co., Onarga, 111. PRIVET. 60.000 California privet and Ampelopsis Veitchii. fleld-grown. BenJ. Connell, Merch- antville. N. J. Privet, golden, 3-year, $10 per 100; 2-in. pots. $5 per 100. Bertermann Bros. Co., In- dianapolis. Ind. California privet. 10 to 15 inches, branched. $10 per 1.000. Larger sizes at low rates. E. Y. Teas. Centerville. Ind. RHODODENDRONS. Rhododendrons, hybrids, fine varieties as Everistianum. Caractacus. etc.. nice plants. 2-3 feet. 15-30 buds. $25 per 100. C. Kerk- voorde. Wetteren. Belgium. Rhododendrons. 18 Ins.. 8 to 13 buds. $9 per doz.; 24 Ins.. 12 to 15 buds. $12. Storrs & Harrison Co.. Painesville. O. Rhododendrons. $6. $9. $12. $15, $18 per doz. Bobbink & Atkins. Rutherford, N. J. Rhododendrons. Jacs Smits, Ltd.. Naar- den. Holland. RESURRECTION PLANTS. Resurrection Plants. — We are strictly head- quarters for the Mexican resurrection plant, and ship all over the world. Dormant plants, guaranteed to "resurrect." $2 per 100. delivered; $10 per 1.000; 5.000 at $8.50; 10.000 at $8; 1.000 weigh about 45 pounds. Also cacti. The Francis E. Lester Com- pany. Dept. L. S., Mesilla Park. N. M. ROOTED CUTTINGS. Rooted Cuttings: Coieus. 10 varieties. 60c per 100; $5 per 1.000. Salvias. 90c per 100; $7.50 per 1.000. Double Petunias, $1 per 100; $9 per 1,000. Heliotrope. $1 per 100; $9 per 1.000. Ageratum, 50c per 100; $4 per 1,000. Begonias (Gracilis). $1 per 100; $9 per 1,000. Birmingham Landscape and Nursery Co., P. O. Box 663. Birmingham. Ala. Rooted cuttings, prepaid per 100: Hello- trope. $1; Fuchsias. 8 kinds. $1; Paris daisies, yei. and white. $1: Cuphea, 75c: Vinca Var., 90c: Coleus, 10 kinds. 60c; Alter- nantheras. 3 kinds. 50c; Ageratum. 3 kinds. 60c; Swainsona alba. $1; Dbl. petunias, 10 kinds. $1. Byer Bros.. Chambersburg. Pa. Rooted cuttings: Verbenas, 70c per 100; $6 per 1.000. Mums. $1.25 per 100; $10 per 1.000. Daisies, white and yellow. $1 per 100: $8 per 1.000. Alyssum. SOc per 100; $7 per 1,000. Feverfew. $1.25 per 100. $10 per 1,000. Mme. Salleroi. $1.25 per 100; $10 per 1.000. C. Humfeld. Clay Center. Kans. ROSES. Roses. White Kiliarney. R. C. $6.50 per 100; $60 per 1.000; 2%-in.. $8.50 per 100: $75 per 1.000; grafted. $14 per 100; $125 per 1.000. Pink Kiliarney, R. C. $4 per 100; $35 per 1.000: 2%-in.. $6 per 100; $55 per 1.000; grafted, $12 per 100; $110 per 1,000. My Maryland, R. C. $4 per 100: $35 per 1.000; 2V.-in.. $6 per 100; $55 per 1.000; grafted, $12 per 100: $110 per 1,000. Rich- mond, R. C. $3.50 per 100; $30 per 1.000; 21,4-in., $5.60 per 100; $50 per 1,000. Maids, Brides R. C, $3 per 100; $25 per 1,000; 2%-in.. $5 per 100; $45 per 1.000. Am. Beauties. R. C, $4 per 100; $35 per 1.000; 2',4-ln.. $7 per 100; $65 per 1.000. Poehl- mann Bros. Co., Morton Grove, 111. If You Do Not Find What You Need in Our Ready Reference Department, Write Us Aliout it 302 The American Florist. Mar. Roses, dormant stock. Crimson Rambler, 2-yr., branched, own roots, $2 per doz. : $15 per 100; 2-yr., budded, J2 per doz; $15 per 100; S-yr., budded, $3 per doz.; $18 per 100; 4-yr.. $10 per 100. Tausendschon, 2-yr,. grafted, $3.50 per doz.; $25 per 100. Lady Gay, 2-vr., S3 per doz.; $20 per 100. White Baby Rambler, 3-in., 16c each; 4-ln., 25c each; $2.50 per doz.; $20 per 100. Baby Rambler. 1st size, budded, 3-yr., $2.50 per doz ; $16 per 100; $150 per 1,000; 2nd size, grafted, 2-yr., $2 per doz.; $12 per 100; $100 per 1,000; pot-grown, 2%-ln., 75c per doz., $5 per 100; 3-in., $1.25 per doz.; $8 per 100; 4-in., $2 per doz.; $12 per 100. V aughan's Seed Store, Chicago and N. Y. Roses, Apricot, Franz Deegan, B. Wlllard, Enchantress, Mrs. B. R. Cant, Wellesley, Pink Cochet, Burbank, Cham, of the World, Kaiserin, Red La France, Mme. A. Chat- enay, White La France, M. Niel, Gruss an Teplitz, W^hlte Cochet, Souv. de P. Netting, Duch. Brabant, Marie Lambert, Safrano, Yellow Rambler, Tausendschon, Philadelphia Rambler, White Baby Rambler, 2V4-in., extra heavy. $3 per 100; $25 per 1,000. Write fcr prices on two-year-old plants. Wa g ner Park Conservatories. Sidney. O. ROSE PLANTS, 2% -INCH POTS. 100 1000 American Beauty $5 $45 Kaiserin 4 35 Mrs. Jardine 5 45 Killarney 6 45 Bride 3 25 Bridesmaid 3 25 Richmond 3 25 WIETOR BROS. 51 Wabash Avenue. Chicago. Roses, grafted White Killarney, My Mary- land, Pink Killarney, Richmond, rose pots, $15 per 100; 3%-in., $18. Brides, Maids, G. Gate, La France, Kaiserin, rose pots, $10 per 100; SV^-In., $15. Own root: W. Killarney, Mv Maryland, Richmond, Pink Killarney, Am. Beauty. 3-ln., $9 per 100; 4-in., $12. Brides, Maids, Perles, Sunrise, G. Gates, Chatenay. Kaiserin, 3-in., $7 per 100; 4-in., $10. J. L. Dillon, Bloomsburs, Pa. AMERICAN BEAUTIES, 2-year old bench plants, $7 per 100. Strongly rooted Brides, Maids. Golden Gates, select 2 and 3-eye cuttings, SI. 50 per 100. GULLETT & SONS, Lincoln. 111. Roses rooted cuttings. Am. Beauty, $4 per 100; $35 per 1,000. Pink Killarney, $2.50 per 100; $20 per 1,000. Richmond, Bride, $1.50 per 100; $12 per 100. Geo. Relnberg. 51 Wabash Ave., Chicago. Roses, grafted and own root, Killarney, Richmond, My Maryland, White Killarney, Kaiserin. Bride and Bridesmaid. W. H. Elliott. Brighton. Mass. Rose White Caroline Testout, prices dwarf, 5 shillings. S. A. Vosters & Sons, Rlel, Holland. Roses, dormant field-grown, own roots. Sweetheart. T. Blumschen. La Flamma, Trier, D. Perkins, Lady Gay. Debutante, Hiawatha, 12c each. Tausendschon, Barbier, 20c. Dingee & Conard Co., West Grove, Pa. Rose, Flower of Fairfield. 3 to 6 shoots, $11 per 100; $100 per 1,000; 5 or more shoots. $15 per 100. Schultheis Bros., Bad- Nauhelm, Germany. Roses, on own roots, budded, bedding, H. Ps.. hybrids and teas. W. & T. Smith Co., Geneva. N. Y. Taft i-ose. 214-ln., $15 per 100. J. M. McCullough's Sons Co., 316 Walnut St., Cin- cinnati^^ Roses, Bride, Maid, Golden Gate, 3-in., $5 per 100. Geo. M. Emmans. Newton, N. J. Roses. Newport Fairy, 50c each; $20 per 100. Julius Roehrs Co., Rutherford, N. J. Roses, leading varieties. Leedle Floral Co., Springfield, Ohio. Rose Dorothy Perkins. Ellwanger & Barry, Rochester. N. Y. Roses. 3-ln.. 'Wood Bros.. Flshkill. N. Y. SEEDS. Seeds. .\Iyssum Carpet Queen. $5 per oz. ; tr. pkt., 25c. Phlox Dwarf Fireball, oz., $2.50; tr. pkt., 35c; Roseball, oz., $2; tr. pkt.. 30c; Snowball, oz., $3: tr. pkt., 40c; Cicily, oz., $2.50; tr. pkt., 35c; Salvia Fire- ball, oz.. $4; tr. pkt.. 60c: King of Scarlets, oz., $10; tr. pkt., 50c; Zurich, oz., $S; tr. pkt.. 50c. O. V. Zangon. Hoboken, N. J. Seeds, Lobelia Crystal Palace compacta. .Salvia, Splendens and Bonfire. Centaurea Gym, Cobea scandens. Mignonette. N. Y. Market, Begonia Vernon. Dracena indlvlsa. Primula Chinensis, Schizanthus Wisetonensls Onion Allsa Craig, Tomato The Don, Weeber & Don. 114 Chambers St.. New York . Seeds. Phoenix Roebelenii. Sander, Bruges, Belgium. Seeds, Aster New Rose King, 25c per pkt. Mikado Pink Rochester, 1-64 oz., 20c; 1-32 oz., 35c; 1-16 oz., 60c; % oz., 85c; H oz., $1.60; 14 oz., $2.75; oz., $6. James Vick's Sons. Rochester, N. Y. Seed, fringed petunias, dbl., 75c per 500 seed; $1.50 per 1.000; single, 60c per trade pkt., $1 per 1-16 oz., $1.60 per ^ oz. Henry A. Dreer, Philadelphia. Onion sets. White Bottom, Yellow Bot- tom, Red Bottom. Winterson's Seed Store, 45 Wabash Ave., Chicago. Seeds, onion, lettuce, sweet peas, carrot, celery, leek, mustard, parsley, parsnip, rad- ish, salsify. C. C. Morse & Co., 48-56 Jack- son St., San Francisco, Calif. Seeds, beans, peas, sweet corn, onion, beet, turnip, etc. The Everett B. Clark Seed Co., Milford, Conn.; East Jordan, Mich.; Sister Bay, Wis. Seeds, Cauliflower and cabbage. Hjalmar Hartman & Co., 31 Barclay St., New York, and 12 Stormgade, Copenhagen. Seeds, Phoenix Roebeleni. Sander, T. Mellstrom, Representative, 235 Broadway, New York. Seeds, specialties: Stocks, pansies, cycla- mens, etc. Pape & Bergemann, Quedlinburg, Germany. Seed, perennial rye grass, lb., 6c.; 100 lbs., $6.50. The Avenue Floral Co., 3442 St. Charles Ave., New Orleans, La. Seed, pansy, 1.000 seeds, 25c; 1 oz., $2.25. H. Wrede, Luneburg, Germany. Seeds, sweet peas, Christmas Pink and Denzer, $2 lb. Chas. H. Totty. Madison, N. J. Seeds, all kinds. Bridgman's Seed Ware- house, 37 E. 19th St.. New York. Onion Sets. D. J. Tamminga, lOSlS Mich- Igan Ave.. Chicago. Seeds. Landreth Seed Establishment, Bloomsdale Farms, Bristol, Pa. Seeds, Vick's Quality, James Vick's Sons, Rochest er, N. Y. Seeds of all kinds. W. W. Johnson & Son, Ltd.. Boston, England. Seeds, all kinds. J. M. Thorburn & Co., 33 Barclay St., New York. Vegetable seeds, plants, sold direct. Cata- logue free. Glick Seed Farms, Lancaster, Pa. Seed, asters. Vick & Hill, Box 4613, Rochester, N. Y. Seeds, garden, field and flower. S. D. Woodruff & Sons. 82-84 Dey St., New York. Contract Growers. Seeds, peas, beans. Alfred J. Brown Seed Co., Grand Rapids, Mich. Seeds, field, garden and flower. Rout- zahn Seed Co., Arroyo Grande. Calif. Seeds, sweet peas, tomatoes, Lima beans, lettuce, asters, cosmos and other flower seeds. Joh n Bodger & Sons, Gardena. Calif. Seeds, beans, cucumber, tomato, radish, pea, muskmelon, squash, watermelon, sweet corn. S. M. Isbell & Co.. Jackson. Mich. Seeds, lettuce, onions, sweet peas, aster, cosmos, mignonette, verbena. Waldo Roh- nert, Gilroy, Calif. Seeds, sweet peas. Boundbrook, N. J. Anton Zvolanek, Seeds, growers for the wholesale trade only. Braslan Seed Growers' Co., San Jose, Calif. California seed contracts. Kimberlin Seed Co.. Santa Clara, Calif. Seeds of all kinds. A. T. Boddlngton, 342 W. 14th St., New York. SHAMROCKS. Shamrocks. 1 and 1%-in., $4 per 100; $35 per 1,000; 4-in. pans, $12.60 per 100. L. Cousins. Jr.. Concord .Tunction. Mass. Shamrocks. 2-in., $5 per 100; $45 per 1,000. Frank OechsUn, 4911 Quincy St., Chicago. smuax. Smilax plants, 214-ln., $1.60 per 100; $12 per 1.000. Skidolsky & Irwin Co., 1215 Betz Bldg.. Philadelphia, Pa. Smilax, 2%-ln., $3 per lOO; $20 per 1,000. Vaughan's Seed Store, Chicago and N. Y. Smilax. 2-in., $1.25 per 100. Byer Bros., Chambersburg, Pa. Smilax. W^ood Bros., Flshkill, N. Y. SPIREAS. Spirea Japonica. 6-in.. 25c each; $2.50 per doz. Vaughan's Seed Store, Chicago and N. Y. Spireas. J. Smits, Ltd., Naarden, Holland. TRITOMAS. Trltoma Pfitzerl, red hot poker plant, 8c, Mosbaek Greenhouse Co.. Ona rga, 111. VEGETABLE PLAMT5. Vegetable plants. Cabbage, Wakefield and Succession, $1.60 per 1,000; Parsley, 25c per 100; $1.25 per 1.000. Lettuce. Big Boston. Boston Market, Grand Rapids, $1 per 1,000, Beets, $1.26 per 1,000. R. Vincent, Jr. & Sons Co., White Marsh, Md. VERBENAS. Verbenas, R. C, 70c per 100; $6 per 1,000. S. D. Brant, Clay Center, Kans. Lemon Verbena, 2-in., $2 per 100. R. Vincent, Jr., & Sons Co., White Marsh, Md. Verbenas. J. L. Dillon, Bloomsburg, Pa. VINCAS. Vlnca minor, the hardy vinca for ceme- tery planting and under trees, where grass will not grow; well rooted layers, $1.50 per 100; $10 per 1.000. E. Y. Teas. Centerville, Ind. Vlnca. 214-in.. $2.50 per 100. Jos. H. Cunningham. Delaware. O. Vinca variegated. 2%-ln., 2%c. Mosbaek Greenhouse Co.. Onarga, ill. Vinca Variegated, field, $4 per 100. F. C. Riebe, Webster, Mass. VIOLETS. VIOLETS, Baronne A. de Rothschild is making good everywhere, as the most free and most fragrant single in cultivation. Size and stem equal to Princess, color a shade darker. Rooted runners or divisions, ready in April. Book your order now, at $6 per 100; $60 per 1,000. F. W. Fletcher Co.. Auburndale. Mass. Violets. Princess of Wales. $5 per 100. F. C. Riebe, Webster, Mass. Violets. Wood Bros., Fishkill, N. Y. WISTARIA. WISTARIA SINENSIS. Nice thrifty plants, $2.60 per 100; $20 per 1,000. Wagner Park Conservatories, Sidney, O. WHOLESALE CUT FLOWERS. Commisslmi Dealors. ■" Allen, J. K.. 106 W. 2Sth St., New York. Amling, E. C 32-36 Randolph St., Chicago. Berning, H. G., 1402 Fine St.. St. Louis. Deamud. J. B. Co., 61 Wabash Ave., Chi- cago Denver Wholesale Florist Co., 1433-35 Cali- fornia St., Denver, Colo. Ford Bros.. 48 W. 28th St.. New York. Froment. Horace E.. 67 W. 28th St.. N. Y. Guttman, Alex J.. 34 vy. 28th St.. N. Y. Holton & Hunkel Co.. 462 Milwaukee St.. Milwaukee, Wis. Hunt, E. H., 76 Wabash Ave., Chicago. Kennicott Bros. Co., 48-50 Wabash, Chicago. Kessler Bros., 60 W. 28th St., New York. Keuhn, C. A., 1122 Pine St., St. Louis, Mo. Kruchten, John, 61 Wabash Ave., Chicago. Kyle & Foerster, 61 Wabash Ave., Chicago. Langjahr, Alfred H., 55 W. 28th St., N. Y. Manhattan Flower Market, 46 W. 28th St., New York. McCallum Co.. 937 Liberty Ave.. Pittsburg. McCullough's Sons Co.. J. M.. 316 Walnut St.. Cincinnati. O. McKellar, Chas. W., 51 Wabash. Chicago. McKissick. W. E. & Bros.. 1619-21 Ranstead St.. Philadelphia. Moore. Hentz & Nash. 55-57 W. 26th St.. New York. Michigan Cut Flower Exchange. 30-40 Broadway. Detroit. Mich. Mlllang, Aug.. 41 W. 28th St.. New York. Millang. Chas., 444 6th Ave., cor. 27th St.. New York. Murphy. William, 311 Main St. CincinnatL NIessen Co.. Leo, 120S Arch St., Phlla. N. Y. Cut Flower Ex., Coogan Bldg., 6th Ave, and W. 26th St., New York. Pittsburg Cut Flower Co., 222 Oliver Ave., Pittsburg. Pittsburg Florists' Exchange, 217-233 Dia- mond St.. Pittsburg, Pa. P ollworth, C. C. Co.. Milwaukee. Wis. Randall, A. L. Co.. 19 Randolph St.. Chl- I cago. If YOQ Do M FHid What You Need in Oar Ready Reference Department, Write Us Aliout i igio. The American Florist. 303 WINTERSON'S SEED STORE 45.47-49 Wabash Avenue GHIGAGO.JLL. L. D. Phone Central 60O4. For St. Patrick's Day Ajax Flower Dye Green) Pints, 60c; Quarts, $1.00, by express. For Easter We have a full line of all season- able supplies, including many nov- elties. il Send Us Your Orders" and we will fill them in such a way as to insure you future orders. THE BEST Bug Killer and Bloom Saver For PROOr Write t* P. R. PALETHORPE COMPANY, Owensboro, Ky - USE THE - Chambers' Flat Head Carnation Pin Cheapest and Best Method of Mending Split Carnations. A little practice euabk-s anyone to mend split flon-ers at a very rapid rate, and the price is not wortli considering. For 50c we send 1,300 Pins and Mende special prices on large lots. Addr'-^s all orders to C.P. CHAMBERS, Toughkenamon, Pa. MISCEIXANEODS. Meyer green silkaline. $1.25 per lb., 8 spools to lb. Meyer violet thread for violets, $1.25 per doz. spools of 500 yards each. John C. Meyer Co., 1449 Middlesex St., Lowell, Mass. Special Printing for Florists. Best work. lowest prices. Samples for stamp. O. A. Fink, Pottstown, Pa. The Florist Friend nicotine insecticide. Florist Friend Co., Owensboro, Ky. Rocking grate bar. saves 10 to 25 per cent coal. U. S. Rocking Grate Bar Co., 77 Jackson Blvd.. Chicago. Plant tubs, cedar or cypress. Davis Coop- erage Co., Martinsville. Ind. Plllsbury's Carnation Staple, 50o per 1,000 postpaid. I. L. Pillsbury, Galesburg, 111. GREEN CARNATIONS The near approach of St. Patrick's day is a reminder of Green Carnations. We have a very powerful, harmless preparation which will dye many white flowers a beautiful Emerald green in from three to four hours by absorption or instantly by immersion. This preparation is soluble in cold or hot water. One package will be sufficient for 3 or 4 pints of water according to strength desired. We also have the coloring in red, blue and yellow. Will be sent by mail, postage paid on receipt of price in stamps, money order or check, Directions on each package. Prices, l pkg. 75c; 6 pkgs. $4.00; 12 pkgs. $7.50. This coloring contains a very powerful chemical agent thor oughly dissolving the dye and preserving the flower. Don't be fooled with cheaper imitations, but get the real article. A. HERRNANN. Gen. Agt. °^ ^^^"^'^ THE PHILADELPHIA CHEMICAL CO., New York. C. S. Ford, Mgr., Box 4515, W. Park, Phila,, Pa. N. B.— Keep for reference, this advt. will not aip^ ar again. The "Meyer Green Silkaline^' is the oiil}- Green Thread that should be used by florists and growers. It is guaranteed full weight and full measure. Also Violet Thread for tying up \'io- lets. Price of both, $1.25 per lb. express or freight paid in good sized orders. JOHN C. MEYER & CO., i449 Middlesex St.. Lowell, Mass. Evergreen Brand Flower Fertilizer. A Pure Plant Food immediately available. It permanently enriches the soil. It prevents the onslaught of plant diseases or insect pests. Can be used at anv time during the growing season, dry or in solution. Put up in 12 pound'cans, Price, $2.00 each. For Sale by Leading Jobbers Further information can'be obtained from Manufacturers, I 64-66 Wabash Ave., CHICAGO- I D. D. JOHNSON GO. I I* The Mastio Automatic Whitewash and Spraying Machine Is Reliable, Practical and Durable The tank is made of galvanized shoi-t ste<"I. and in brass. The pump is of brass throughout, simple and powerful. The mixing device keeps the contents of the tank well stirred up from start to finish. When the machine is filled to withia six inches of the top. a few strokes of the pump will compress enough air in the tank to produce a continuous mist-like spray for 15 minutes. All parts are made to aauge and may be had for repairs. Ask vour dealer about our Extension Hose, Extension Rods, and the Mastin Whitewash Nozzle tor Bordiaux mixture, Sold through Seedsmen, Dealers in Florists' and Poultry Supplies. J. G. MASTIN S CO , 3124 West Lake St., ,ILL. POTS, PANS, ETC. "NTJFF SED." Best red pots are made by Geo. E. Feustel, Falrport. Iowa. The Red Pot. C. C. PoUworth Co. All roads connect with Milwaukee. Pots, florist red. Co., ZanesvIUe. O. Peters & Heed Pottery Pots. Syracuse red. Co., Syracuse. N. Y. ovracuse Pottery STAKES. Cane Stakes. Standard grade 6 to S feet, per 100, 85o; 500 for $3; 55.50 for 1,000. Pipe stems about 6 feet, per 100. 60c; per 1,000, $5. Vaughan's Seed Store. Chicago. WIRE DESIGNS. Headquarters for wire work. Send for list. F. W. Ball, 31 E. 3rd St., Cincin- nati, O. 304 The American Florist. Mar. 5, WILKS' Hot Water Boilers ARE THE MOST ECONOMICAL Boiler for Greenhouses No NWht Fireman Reanlr«4 witbonr SELF-FEEDING HOT WATER BOILERS. Send for Catalog and Prices. S. WILKS MFG. CO., U03 Shields Ave. CHICAGO. r I Carman's Antipest INSECTICIDE AND FUNGICIDI For the Garden, Orchard and Greenhouse Non-poisonous and harmless to vegetation. Kills Green Fly, Aphides, Bark Lice. Thrips Mealy Bug, Red Spider, Scale, wire Worms, Ants and Slu^s. This is the growers Friend Handy to use. cheap and ettective. mixes readily in *ater. Destroys all insect pests and keeps down filth. Circulars on applica- cation. $1.50 per gallon. Also in quarts, half gallons and in bulk. PERFECTION CHEMICAL CO., FLUSHING. N. Y. 1 SPLIT CARNATIONS Quickly and easily Mended. No tools required. They ar.- nil that is claimed fc them.' fii:o. E. L.A-.Fii:i! Florist Pillsbury Carnation Staple -VjOO for .-LOO losipaid. I. L. PILLSBURY, Winsor, Ont. Galesburg, 111, Steel ReturnTubularBoilerB The Most Boonomioal Type of Boiler for Greenhouse Heating;. Highly reoommended by well-known florists. iOHMSTON HEATIW COL. '^SeV Volk: ?****^^^^^*>atf*^^^^^ Holds Class Firmly See the Point • PEERlfSS QlAzlne Points ftre the belt, No rights or lefts. Box of l.OOO poiDti 75 cts. pottp.ld. HENRT A. DREER, 714 ChertBDt St., Pkll.., Pa. SEEBERFS ZINC Nevei Rust ,„ , ^ GLAZING POINTS AreposlUvely the best. Last forever. Over 30.000 Dounde now in use. A sure preventative of Klass slipping. Effective on large or small glass. Easy to drive. Easy to extract. Two sizes ^ and H. 40c perlb. by mail 16c extra: 7 lbs. for $2.50 15 lbs. for $5.00. by ex press. For sale by the trade. RANDOLPH 6 McCLEMENTS, Successors to Chss. T. Siebert. Baum 6 Beatty Sts., Pit tsburg. WASiiixciTO.x, Pa. — C. C. Philips and Earl J. Sedam, who for a few monchs have been in charge of the Forrest Greenhouses, have formed a partner- ship under the firm name of Philips & Sedam. purchasing the business with which they have been connected, and have taken possession. They will continue in business, with Mr. Philips in charge of the local store and Mr. Sedam in charge of the greenhouses. The Superior Standard RETURN FLUE FIRE BOX BOILER contains more heating surtace, and less water space than any other steel boiler. Vi of thr ho.ntint,' surface is in the tubes. Ask t h e man that knows the one using differe n t style boilers —names are yours for the asking. After using our boiler one season, I you will say like all others: Nothing but "Superior" for me. This boiler has given better satisfaction than any other boiler on the market MADE IN NI ME (91 SIZES FOR HOT WATER. Send for catalogue and list of growers that are using this boiler. THE SUPERIOR MACHINE & BOILER WORKS, 840 -850 Superior St., Chicago. m KROESCHELL BOILER IS THE ONLY PERFECT HOT WATER BOILER. ( NOT CAST IRON ) Has water In front, sides, top and a water back. Made In 15 sizes, heating 6,000 to 60,000 square feet of glass to 60" at 15° below rero. Prices and cata ogue on application. KROESCHELL BROS. GO. 452 W. Erie St. CHICAGO. Detroit Retufn Traps . in the 5 «^w>» >..»«<.«»«« gj^g required, Pecky C5T>re8s for beaches. lasting and least exoensive. TTie Foley Mfg. Co., Western Ave and 26th St. CHICAGO. New Haven, Conn. — Chas. Munro is building a palm house at the rear of his retail store on Chapel street. ▼i The American Florist. Mar. 5, Here It Is THE ADVANCE VENTILATING MACHINE h/ is of 1 h e hisliLst j quality. I has been provud to \ be the best. j is sold at reasonable ' prices. \ is easily operated, y is easily erected. I makes frien' ; and I bicomes a t ivoritL- \ wherever it goes. Every user is an adver- tiser for every user is perfectly satisfied with our _ 1 I e . \\'rite for circulars as we want to supply your needs. THE ADVANCE CO., RICHMOND. DID. Durable-JhanPINE. S^SH BARS OP TO 32 FEETOR LONGER. GREENHOUSE AND OTH^ER BUILDfNG M|rrERIAL, MEN FURNISHED TO SUPERINTEND ERCCJION WHEN DESIjaED. Send for our Cjrcularjs. THEAjTS+eekPrv^ lumber (o., I^EPQ NSET. Boston, t^ ASS. AKRON GAS ENGINE Works equally well with gas orgasoline. Is Air Cooled. Ideal for greenhouse use. 3 h. p., 5 h. p. and other sizes. Write or descriptive booklet and prices. THE AKRON MACHINE CO., Akron, 0. LVANS' IMPROVED APPAMAFUS \ WPiTt roff ILLUSTRATtOCATALOCUC gi/A/(fjf c/rrMACHMfmm. wr .<".«" -r^-r- Richmond. *nd MYERS A CO., """1"' MODERN 6REENH0USES HXATING BOILERS 1122 Betz Bld^. PHIIA, PA. Boilers For GREENHOUSES OF HIGH ORASE.... See Our Catalogue. lomauri eiBLIN & CO., Utica, N. Y. Let us quote you on new and second-hand BOILERS, PIPE, FITTINGS, GLASS, Greenhouse Lumber, Tools, Sash, Etc. METROPOLITAN MATERIAL CO., 1394-1412 Metropolitan Ave., Brooklyn. N. Y GLASS PRICES ADVANCED More to Follow For New Buildings or Repairs When getting prices, don't over- look those who have the prices and goods. "That's us." SI1AIIP,PARTRIDGE&C0. Long Distance Phone, Canal 880 2263=2269 Lnmber St., CHICAGO Hot Bed Sash We have stock in all grades — including the "BCSt" made of Washington Red Cedar. You will find the Cedar Sash superior even to the old time White Pine sash. Write for prices. Hot Bed Sash with Doubled Glass, large air space between lights. You also can arrange your old Hot Bed Sash for it. Thirty cents will pay for the necessary glass-seat-moulding. # A. Dietscii Compy ^^^^ Greenhouse Material 2642 Sheffield Ave., CHICAGO He Amerigm ftOHST America js "the Praw of the UbsseIj iherB maij bs mare comfort JJmidships, but v/e ere the first to touch Unknown Seas,'- Vol. XXXIV. CMICAQO AND NEW YORK. MARCH 12, 1910. No. 1136 TheMerigan Florist TWENTT-PIFTH YeAK. Copyright, 1910, by American Florist Company. Entered as Second-Class Matter Nov. 11, 1891, at the Post Office at Chicago, Illinois, under act of March 3, 1879. Published Evert Saturday bt AMERICAN FLORIST COMPANY, 324 Dearborn St., Chicago, Long Distance Phone : Harrison 7465. Eastern Office : 1 1 33 Broadway, New York. PbUadelphla, Pa.: Robt. KUt, 1 725 Chestnut St. Registered Cable Address : Amefio, Chicago. Subscription, United States and Mexico, $1.00 a year; Canada, $3.00; Europe and Countries in Postal Union, $2.50. Subscriptions accepted only from the trade. Vol- umes half yearly from August, 1901. Address all correspondence, subscriptions, etc., American Florist Co.. 324 Dearborn St., Chicago. SOCIETY OF AMERICAN FLORISTS AND ORNAMENTAL HORTICULTURISTS. Officers — F. R. Pierson, Tarrytown. N. Y.. Pres.: Fred W. Vick. Rochi.'Ster. N. Y.. Vice- Pres.; H. B. Dorner. Urbana, 111.. Sec'y Wm. F. K.^sting. Buffalo, N. Y.. Treas. Next meeting at Rochester. N. Y.. August. 1910. Second National Flower Show. Boston. Mass March. 1911. THE AMERICAN CARNATION SOCIETY. Next annual convention and exhibition at Boston. Mass.. March. 1911 Fred. Burki, Pittsburg. Pa.. President; A. F. J. Baur. Thirty- eighth St. and Senate Ave.. Indianapolis. Ind.. Secretary. AMERICAN ROSE SOCIETY. Next annual meeting and exhibition at New 1°}^' March 16-18. 1910. Aug. Poehlmann. Chicago President; Benjamin Hammond. Fish- kill-on-HudsoD. N. Y., Secretary. AMERICAN PEONY SOCIETY. Seventh annual meeting at Horticultural Hall,. Boston. Mass., June 1910. B. H. Farr. Reading w*' "S^-- A- H. Fevvkes, Newton Highlands. Mass. Sec y. Spring Number Next Week, Send Advfs. Now. THE WEEK AT PEACEFUL VALLEY By The Optimist. Funeral and Easter Work. We have had three days of beauti- ful, sunny weather, and all the in- mates of Peaceful Valley, including the plants, seem duly grateful. There is nothing like a long siege of cold, cloudy weather to make us appreciate the sunshine. A week of the same kind would greatly help all our Easter stock. For six consecutive dslys we have had considerable funeral work each day, ranging from $2 sprays to a casket cover of violets. It was right here that the new violet, Rothschild, helped us out in great shane. From about 1,320 plants we picked, in the six days, more than 12,000 flowers — and it looks as though we could dupli- cate that number in the next week. Princess never would have given us half that number. We have no re- grets at planting this variety. When it comes to quantity of salable flowers, produced steadily from September to April, there is no other that can trot in the same class. We find that except in case of tributes from organizations, or subscription pieces, there are few formal designs, or set pieces, wanted, the bulk of all our work consisting of sprays and wreaths. Just at present a very loosely arranged wreath is very popular. Carnations. We never had better carnations than this winter, and are convinced that benching in early June is the method for us. As retailers we require good flowers as early as October 1, and we can not get them from late planted stock. Next year we shall discard Rose Pink Enchantress in favor oi Winona, which is doing well with us. The Rose Pink is the poorest member of the highly respectable Enchantress family, and is becoming more dissolute each year. Our list for next season consists of Enchantress, White En- chantress, Victory and Winona, with a few May Day, Ruby, Viola Sinclai.- and Alma Ward. This early planting, I think, is the cause of the difficulty experienced the last year or two in getting sufficient good cuttings for stock. A plant grown in the field un- til late August will give many more cuttings than one lifted six weeks ear- lier. What is Profit? The retail flower business is usu- ally spoken of as a 100 per cent busi- ness; that is to say, all flowers are supposed to retail for at least twice what they cost. As a very . prim old maid once told me: "I know that the florist business is a very lucrative one." Now, these occasional little ser- mons of mine are intended, primarily, to make you think. The opinions ex- pressed may be wrong, my vision may be weak, or perhaps I am cross-eyed, but if I can get you to use that think- trap of yours, for yourself, in your own way, then my object is accom- plished. Let us talk over this matter of profits a little, Messrs. Dealers and Retail Growers, and if the wholesale growers want to listen, it won't hurt them a little bit. We will drop all mention of that 100 per cent, if you please, and get down to net profits. First, of course, we must determine what a net profit really is. As I un- derstand it, the net profit is what re- mains after paying all expenses of running the business, including (if a grower) 10 per cerit for depreciation on the cost of greenhouses and a fair salary to the owner, if he gives his time to the business. As an example, we will suppose that you are doing a business of $10,000 a year. If you are making 10 per cent clear profit oji your business you will have $1,000 a year to lay away or reinvest. This profit for 20 years would amount to $20,000, which, with five per cent com- pound interest for that period will give you $33,00a at the end of 20 years. Any florist who has not done as well as this, in proportion to the amount of business he has done and the length of time in business, has riot made 10 per cent, and yet how many florists can claim to have done this? There are many florists who have accumulated $30,000 or upwards dur- ing their business lifetime, but prob- 310 The American Florist. Mar. 12, I ably in most cases It was the result of advanced values in their real es- tate or of outside Investments. Flor- ists who have been in business for pe- riods of from 20-40 years who can show a clear net profit of even five per cent are rare exceptions. If, after submitting- your business to the simple test outlined above, you find that you are not making any real profit, there are two remedies to consider: First, better management; second, better prices. The low price florist must do a large business to make even a bare living. Everything must be forced to the limit. Twice as much business means more than twice as much supervision, detail and annoy- ance. He must keep himself at high tension continually, with no vacations, always risking errors and broken promises, because he is too busy to give proper attention to each order. That is why he does not hold customers long, but is everlastingly seeking new ones. If my houses run east and west, and yours north and south, and if I practice early planting, and you don't — then I'm a better flor- ist than you are, and, believing in the survival of the fittest, I will make low prices, until you "gitsicker'nhell" and quit. That won't do me any good, but just see what it does to you. Cyclamens Injured. Ed. American Fmrist: — Enclosed under separate cover I am sending you two specimens of diseased cyclamens. This is our first experi- ence with anything of the kind; we have, in fact, for a number of years grown first class stock on same bench and under same conditions of soil, only have grown this batch quite cool at night. Would you recommend try- ing these bulbs another season? C. M. V. The plants are so badly attacked with thrips and other insects that the growth is quite paralyzed and it is useless to expect anything from these plants this year. Nor could we ad- vise keeping them over, for probably they will be attacked again, and we would prefer raising new stock and keeping it clean right from the start by fumigating regularly while the in- sects are small and few in number, thus never giving them a chance to get ahead. G. San Diego, Calif. — Articles of incor- poration of the San Diego Floral As- sociation were filed February 18 in the office of the county clerk, Alfred D. Robinson, L. A. Blochman, S. M. Daley, Kate O. Sessions, Lyman J. Gage, Rodney Stokes and Mrs-. F. P. WTiite being named as directors. The purposes of the association, as stated in the articles of incorporation, are to promote knowledge of floriculture, and a larger appreciation of flowers; to encourage the science, art and practice of floriculture, horticulture and arboriculture, and the beautifica- tion of grounds about homes, schools and other public buildings. It is also the purpose of the organization to hold flower shows. The association has become widely known through gifts of flowers to those 111 In hospitals, for the graves of the strangers who have died within the gates of the city, and the providing of decorations for all public gatherings. THE RE TAIL TRADE The shoes, filled with shamrock, as illustrated on this page, are made of porcelain and have proved a very at- tractive and free selling St. Patrick's day novelty with the A. L#. Randall Co., Chicago. Plant Baskets. SEE SUPPLEMENT WITH THIS ISSUE. The near approach of Easter will turn retailers' attention towards plant baskets, these being always popular at this holiday. One of the principal things to keep in mind in this class of work is to create a good contrast- ing effect in the colors and shape of the foliage. A single plant, standing out distinctly from others, will have a better effect in a basket than three or four standing next to each other or grouped at the same level with ferns or other foliage plants, simply because it shows individuality and stands out in distinct contrast to the others around it. Light foliage like that of Pandanus Veitchi, standing out from and well above the flatter, deeper col- ored begonias, is especially good, as we have the dual contrast of form and color. Hydrangeas are not likely to be over plentiful for Easter this year, as the date is too early for their full de- velopment, but Baby Rambler, Lady Gay, Crimson Rambler, Tausendschon and other rambler roses will be plen- tiful. Very beautiful effects can be The Pyramid Centerpiece. The pyramid centerpiece is particu- larly appropriate where jonquils, nar- cissus or spiral leaved flowers are to be used. Take a .round, flat basket, mound it with moss to a moderate pyramid height, keeping in mind that the flowers will greatly accentuate the height. Then start on the lower edge with a triple row of green foliage of the lily-like leaf of the jonquil or nar- cissus, tulip or any other suitable spring flower. This lily-like foliage should be wired to a stout wire about seven inches in length to which the foliage is attached in clusters of about seven leaves to a wire and when put into the lower edge of basket should sweep prettily over its edge to a con- siderable extent, laying gracefully on the table. Different lengths of the lily-like leaves should be bunched to- gether and. whether or not more than three rows of this cluster foliage are needed, depends upon how closely It is placed in the basket and the size of the latter. Then wire the jonquils or what- ever flower is being used in pretty clusters. Do not wire them with short stems, but leave a stem of considerable length, so that they will fall grace- ful'-- from the long wire to which they are attached. The number of rows of the flowers required depends upon the size of the basket. Continue this method of circling first with clusters of the green and then with clusters of the flowers until the center is reached. PORCELAIN SHOES FILLED WITH SHAMROCK FOR ST. PATRICK'S DAY. By.\. L. Randall Co,. Chicago. Obtained by using Lady Gay as a tall plant and filling in with Primula ob- conica, the all pink basket being a very popular one. All yellow again is pretty though it is more difficult to get suitable stock to fill with. Gen- istas, Golden Spur and other daffodils, jonquils and good yellow tulips are helps along this line, while the Im- proved varieties of yellow hyacinths are also useful. The selection of rib- bons and the manner of tying them has much to do with the success or otherwise of a basket and considerable practice is necessary before a deco- rator becomes proficient along this line. On the center, as a sort of a crest, a contrasting flower could be used. Say for instance with the yellow jon- quil, lily of the valley would make a pretty finish to an always popular combination of vellow and white. Or where white narcissi are used a cen- ter of purple hyacinths would be ef- fective. This pyramid centerpiece can be very effectively made with pink sweet peas, but when bunching care should be used in not getting the bunches liea-vy and even. They should be loose and uneven to make a graceful and effective centerpiece. Lily of the val- ley could be used to advantage with Supplement to Tbe American Florist, No. 1136, March 12, 1910. BASKET WITH HYDRANGEA, PANDANUS AND RAMBLER ROSE. igio. The American Florist. 311 these. But where lily of the valley is used for the crest or center, do not use any foliage of the lily of the valley- — use the sweet pea foliage. A centerpiece of fine mignonette with a crest or center of violets is attractive and unique looking. Or violets used with lily of the valley. This piece, called the pyramid, is wonderfully ef- fective, but everything depends upon the loose arrangement and sweeping lines on the table from which it should be built. A. E. Klunder. THE ROSE. Cultural Notes. At this season we find that a mulch for the roses is required to keep them going. Now that the sun is getting well advanced and more air can be put on the houses, the soil will soon become baked in spots, injuring many of the tender roots that are nearly or quite on the surface of the soil. Be- fore applying a mulch the plants should be tied carefully and cleaned; also clean off all rubbish or any of the remaining mulches that may be washed around to the center or sides of the beds. After cleaning up the beds a mulch of half decomposed cow manure should be put on to the depth of about an inch, and it should be pre- pared or broken up as finely as pos- sible for good results, leaving it loose on the beds; very often where the mulch is applied and then packed it forms a crust, excluding all air from the soil, which in turn is liable to bring down much good foliage, be- sides being injurious to the roots. After applying the mulch it should be covered with some fresh soil which will keep the mulch fresh for a much longer period. The soil will also pre- vent the fermenting manure from spoiling the foliage and flowers. Enough soil should be used to cover the mulch nicely, and it will be found later (when it comes to working over the mulch) that the soil mixed through the manure makes a much more satisfactory mulch than manure alone. After mulching great care must be taken when watering. The great mis- take many make (that are not fa- miliar with the work) is to allow the bottoms of the beds to become too dry, especially where the heating pipes are very close to the bench bottoms, it is a good rule to use a little less manure on solid beds than on the benches unless the soil is of a sandy character that dries out rapidly. It IS also a safe plan to leave a crack Of air on at night for a week after mulching, otherwise the ammonia re- leased from the manure may bring down some of the foliage. After the mulch has been on for a couple of weeks it should be gone over bv hand and broken up finely on the surface, inis loosens up the mulch, allowing air to reach the roots and at the same time destroys many weeds. Too much care cannot be used now in ventilating the rose houses and the steam or heat should be cut off as early in the morn- mg as possible. Raise the vent sash gradually, causing no rapid fall or rise of the temperature when applying or reducing the air. Do not be afraid to leave air on the houses at night if the thermometer is registering from 40° to 50° outside, as it will often do at this season. The present is a good time to prune and start up the summer roses such as Kaiserin, or others that have been allowed to rest up during the winter months to be run especially for sum- mer blooms. Kaiserin is one of the most popular roses for summer; also Pres. Carnot. and in certain sec- tions several other varieties do equally as well. However, the pruning should be done now, and if the plants are on own roots they can be cut back hard, as they will usually break freely from the roots under the soil. On the other hand, where g-rafted plants are to be pruned, we have found them to do better if pruned back to two eyes or so of the past season's growth. If this should leave the plants rather tall and headroom is required it would be advisable to lay the plants down, tie- ing them to a running wire stretched about a foot from the ground, a wire to each row running lengthwise the house. After pruning distribute the wood evenly over the wires and re- move several inches of the old soil, disturbing the roots as little as pos- sible and fill in around the plants with a compost of half soil and half ma- nure, cow manure preferred. Before filling in with the mulch a liberal dressing of ground bone should be dusted over the beds. After the soil has been leveled off, give the plants a good watering and spray overhead daily. Keep the house at a night tempera- ture of 45°, increasing it gradually to 60° at night, which should take three or four weeks to bring up to a normal temperature of 60°. allowing plenty of air at all times and using as little ar- tificial heat as possible. Do not put off this work, as once the eyes are started a great many are broken off when handling the plants and go slow with the temperature. Let the roots get well started before the foliage, then the plants will come with good stems and good foliage. Do not let the beds become too dry at any time. E. Roses in the South. The days are visibly lengthening now and the plants are making a brave showing, throwing up strong bottom shoots. Water may be given a little more freely and a sharp lookout kept for thrips and red spider. The plants should be kept regularly tied up and all fallen and decayed leaves removed from the surface of the beds. Dis- budding the strong shoots should also be attended to, going over them at least twice a week. A thick mulch of cow manure put on the beds now will help to keep the roots cool and prolong the period for cutting good flowers. This operation will be varied according to latitude. The month of March generally ushers in the spring crop of mildew and extra precaution must be taken to guard against it, especially with a hot water heating system. Give all the air possible and try and have the plants with the heavy ^leathery foliage which resists mildew to the utmost. Any coddling from now on must be avoided. It is time now to look over the young stock, selecting the strongest plants and shifting them into 3-inch pots. Use a rather richer compost than for the first potting, adding a liberal sprinkling of bone meal. The balance of the plants should be care- fully weeded and the top surface loosened up with a thin pointed stick, and this should be done before water- ing or when the plants are well dried out. To do it after the plants have just been watered is detrimental in- stead of beneficial. A late batch of cuttings may yet be made, but lose no time. Wm. Leae. New European Roses. Marquise de Ganey (P. Guillot). — The largest hybrid tea rose; ample dark green foliage, vigorous, erect grower; bud very large, carried on a long fairly strong stem; flower enormous, double, cup-shaped, petals broad, fine silvery rose in color; frag- rant. Cross between Liberty and La France, it retains the rigidity and form of Liberty, with much greater size, and the foliage of La France, of which it has certain characteristics and the freedom of bloom of both par- ents; an acquisition. Louis Barbier (Barbier). — Perne- tiana-Mme. Berard Capucine Bicolore. Vigorous climber, shoots three to ten feet long, covered with flowers; blooms very early, in May; flowers semi-double, in clusters of two to six; petals coppery red, opening bright scarlet, exterior copper yellow, deeper at the base. New, striking color, as brilliant as Capucine Bicolore; leaves thick, shining, deep green; blooms during the summer, but not absolutely remontant. Madame Portier-Durel (P. Guillot). — Hybrid of Wichuraiana. Very vig- orous hardy plant; very long climb- ing branches, foliage shining purple, flowers on panicles, small, very double, very well shaped, snow white without other shading, pronounced odor of lily of the valley. First-class variety and a worthy companion of Dorothy Perkins. Bertha Gaulis (Bernaix) — Hybrid tea, strong stems, large, long full buds, often solitary on strong upright stalks, a fine bright rose color, pure brilliant carmine lake. Flower very large, perfect, petals numerous. Very free blooming, adapted either for cut flowers or outdoor planting. Cr6me Simon (P. Guillot).- — Hy- brid tea, vigorous plant with erect branches, plentiful foliage, shining dark green; flower creamy white, the center sometimes salmon brightened with carmine, very double, opening well, camellia shaped; delicate per- fume — (Gold Medal). Principal A. H. Pirie (Bernaix). — Hybrid tea, beautiful, very double flowers, opening freely and keeping well. Strong plant with good foliage. Stalks stiff, flowers silvery pink, cochineal in the center, petals alter- nately imbricated with the upper edges recurved. Joseph Liger 'Barbier). — Wichura- iana Irene Watts. Very floriferous, strong growing, flowers in panicles of 20 to 30 flowers, color delicately shaded canary yellow inside, bordered light rose, exterior petals cream white; flowers three to four inches in di- ameter. D6sire Bergera (Barbier). — Wich- uraiana Bengale Aurore. Climbing, vigorous and free blooming; flowers in clusters of two to six, very double, medium, fine coppery rose, and light copery red center. Capucine Bicolore merits a greater popularity for its brilliant color and good effect in masses. 312 The American Florist. Mar. 12. WITH THE GROWERS Poehlmajin Bros. Co., Morton Grove, 111. Just where Poehlmann Bros. Co. will stop building it is difficult to say, for every time we visit this magnifi- cent, up-to-date plant we find a num- ber of new houses. Last year 26 were added, and already this year prepara- tions are under way for eight more. Fifteen acres of additional land adja- cent to Plant B have been purchased and the top soil is now being cut for composting. Of the nine new houses at Plant A erected last year eight 27x 250 feet were planted to American Beauty roses, the ninth being used for sweet peas, these being now in full crop. In these houses the Garland truss system was used and has proven in every way satisfactory. They will probably be lengthened in the near future, though this has not yet been decided upon. Another smaller addi- tion is the orchid section, where, un- der the care of a capable grower, some 4,000 cattleyas form the nucleus of what will eventually be a very large collection. In the rose section the Beauties are not making a very big show just now. Some flowers are being cut, but a good many of the 61,000 plants grown have set buds and are now being mulched with cow manure and will be produc- ing fine flowers for Easter. This feed- ing will be especially necessary should warm, bright weather ensue between this and Easter, as this is very trying to the plants. At Plant B all the roses are in splendid shape and it is impossible to say which is best. Kil- larney and White Killarney are cer- tainly leaders, while My Maryland, Richmond and Bride and Bridesmaid are superb. Cardinal is grown here quite considerably and is flowering with great freedom now. The condi- tion of the whole of this great range of houses leaves nothing to be desired. The plants are'absolutelv clean from all traces of insects or disease, and the young shoots thev are throwing up are magnificent in every way. As indicative of the opinion of Poehlmann Bros, of the various teas, the follow- ing list of what are to be planted the comine' season should be of interest: EOSES. White Killarney 70.000 Killarney 67,500 Richmond 42,500 My Maryland 30,000 Cardinal 10,000 Perle 7,500 At present the idea is to cut out Bride and Bridesmaid entirely, though this may possibly be modified. Graft- ing has been going on some time, and the plants are here in all stages, some just worked, others ready to come out of the cases, and the earliest batches fine stock already. There are still large lots of manetti to graft, 95,- 000 having been potted in all. All the rest of the immense stock grown here will be own-root plants, and there are many thousands in all stages of development. My Maryland is al- ready an established favorite here, and, like everyone else with whom we have spoken, Adolph Poehlmann says it has only to be kept going during the winter to be one of the best win- ter roses in existence. It must not be allowed to check for want of heat or it will be a failure. An excellent feature here is the cement paths be- tween the benches. They keep clean and are far better for the help than slopping around in mud as was al- wavs the case with the old soil or ash walks. The Easter lilies are just now a grand sight and they will be increas- ingly attractive as Easter draws near. The main crop is of Giganteum, 22,000 of this variety having been potted No- vember 1. This season there has been no question of retarding or forcing. The bulbs were potted and simply had to be kept going right from the start. Otherwise they would not have been on time. Usually one would expect the plants to be short if treated this way, that is, given heat before they had time to make roots, but that is not the case with them here, for they are practically all 30 inches to 40 inches high, with good stems and clean foliage throughout. A finer sight than these big houses all filled with healthy plants just ready to burst into bloom would be difficult to imagine. In the carnation sections the usual fine condition prevails, and it is need- less going over the same ground we have so often noted. As to varieties for reds Victory, Beacon and O. P. Bassett are most largely grown. White Perfection, White Enchantress and White Lawson are the principal whites. Lawson is grown for deep pink, Winsor and Winona for light and Enchantress, May Day and Mrs. Chas. Knopf in the Enchantress shades. May Day is thought very highly of here and will be planted largely. Propagation, of course, \s going on briskly as some 500,000 are neded annually, and these take quite- a little looking up. Many are al- ready potted with very large batches now in the sand. August Poehlmann speaks very highly of the Evergreen^ Brand Flower Fer,.ilizer for carna- tions. In addition to these some 500,000 chrysanthemum cuttings are propa- gated annually and some of the scarcer varieties are already in the sand. But April and May are the big- gest months for chrysanthemunv propagating, and it is then that the bulk of the plants will be rooted. Re- turning to the orchids we noted a very- good scheme being carried out by A. K. Anderson, the grower here, for es- tablishing weak and small plants. Flats are prepared about six inches wide, two deep and about a yard in length. Crocks are laid on the bot- tom and the plants secured in a line- with the leads all pointing outwards. A crack or slit is left the entire length of the flat for the water to escape, and thus there is no fear of any part of the flat becoming soaked out or water logged. As they grow forward either new peat or additional flat room can be given and the excel- lent shoots the plants were making are evidence of the wisdom of the treatment. A fine batch of Cattleya Schroderje in variety Is now in flower here. Mansfield, O. — Albert Helbrook, late of Columbus, is now with the Berno Floral Co. MoRRiSTOWN, Tenn.- — H. M. Stetzer is enlarging his greenhouse and in- stalling a new boiler. POEHLMANN'S LILIES, THREE WEEKS BEFORE EASTER. igio. The American Florist. 313 PORTION OF A HOUSE OF EASTER LILIES AT POEHLMANN BROS. CO., MORTON GROVE, ILL. Photographed March 5. 1910. Throe Weeks Before Easter. Night Temperature 50°. Robert Craig; Co., Philadelphia. The Robert Craig Co.'s establish- nent, may be called the "Home of he Easter Flower," as everything hat is grown for this annual spring estival is to be found here in quan- ity and although this season's date s one of the earliest, it appears to lave made no difference as everything eems to be timed just right, all likely ■auses of delay having been anticipat- ■d and overcome. To the lover of Ion ers and whose business • it is to landle them, there is no more Inspir- ng sight than houses of well grown Jlants such as are to be seen here. 3ne of the first things to catch the :ye are the fine blocks of rambler ■OSes, Lady Gay and Dorothy Per- cins have several houses, the stock )f both kinds being large and varied 's to size. They have been trained in 'arlous shapes, such as globes, pyra- iiids, tans and umbrellas, and there ire many in the usual bush form. For io early in the season they are unusu- Uly well budded and at this writing, March 5, are for the most part just ;ommencing to show color with a lower open here and there. The pop- Jlarity of these pink ramblers has "elegated Crimson Rambler to the "ear and there is but one house given o this old favorite. What there are, lowever, are fine. Taiisendschon, ■vith its lovely semi-double flowers, a "ost popular pink rambler, is also 5een in quantity and in all sizes from J to 10-inch pots. No Easter stock 3 complete without a liberal selec- tion of these varieties. A house of Liberty and Killarney in 6 to 8-inch pots, as well as another of Magna Charta, are filled with very well bud- ded plants. Next in importance are the azaleas, a very superior lot of plants in a great variety of colors. Some superb specimens in the larger sizes are exceptionally well budded plants of Mme. Van der Cruyssen being very noticeable. There is also a fine assortment of small sizes, natural own root plants and grafted stock, espe- cially for basket work. The lilies are timed nicely and the houses of this true Easter flower are a pleasure to see. They are mostly in 6-inch pots, with a limited supply of pans, there not being so many of the larger sizes as usual. A large house of Spirea Gladstone with a few of the new pink was a very pretty sight, the masses of green flowers ris- ing above the foliage just commenc- ing to show a tinge of white. A house of genistas full of shapely plants with an occasional yellow spray showing from the many buds looked very promising. Rhododendrons filled a large house; all the popular varieties in various sizes very well budded were to be seen, and marked one of the features of the place. Hydrangeas are also grown in quantity one of the largest houses being filled with well budded plants. Lily of the valley in 6-7-inch pans will be ready for the select trade, there being a good de- mand for these at this time. A block of closely flowered bou- gainvillea, well shaped plants, in con- venient sizes, just coming into color, was an interesting feature. A few plants of this beautiful flower are sure to draw attentiort in any retail stock. Hawthorn, double flowering almond, and Azalea mollis are seen in limited quantity. A few of these are necessary for customers who are looking for novelties or something dif- ferent. Ficus pandurata is now one of the staple foliage plants; notwithstanding the large quantity of stock plants on hand. Mr. Craig says they are not able to keep up with the demand and the assortment is confined to mostly small sizes. He says they hope to gain the coming suinmer, having add- ed to the stock plants and will have a stock of all sizes in the fall. All kinds and sizes of the Boston fern family are offered in quantity as well as crotoiis for which latter the firm is noted, having the largest stock in the country. A house of dracenas, mostly Massangeana, presents a fine sight; these will be in greaf demand later on. Mention should also be made of the immense stocks of cyclamens and Begonia Gloire de Lorraine com- ing on for next season. One hundred thousand cyclamens are a good many for one firm to handle but they are here and all looking fine, as yet plant- ed out on benches with plenty of room to spread out. Begonias, 90,000, in 2 and 2% -inch pots, all leaf cuttings, many of them, being grown for orders, were coming 314 The American Florist. Mar. 12. along nicely. Thousands of these as ■well as cyclamens are sold in quan- tity lots to the trade for growing on. In order to provide room for handlmg the increased Easter trade the pack- ing shed has been lengthened and doubled in size. In looking over the situation and the prospects Judging from the early orders received. Mr. Craig said he thought the coming Eas- ter trade of the country would be a record breaker. ^- THE CARNATION. Godfrey Aschmann, PhUadelpWa. One of the busiest places at this busy time is that of Godfrey Asch- mann at 1012 Ontario street, Phila- delphia, in walking about this place one wonders how so much stock can he turned out in a season as is ship- ped from here. Both the United States and the Adams express com- panies call with empty wagons thrice a day and oftener in the busy seasons of Easter and Christmas. Azaleas are now the feature here, several houses of them, very fine plants in the popular quick selling sizes, all bushy, well budded plants of the best van- ties with Mme. Van der Cruyssen lead- ing. A house of Spirea Gladstone just right as to time and with splendid spikes of bloom and luxuriant foliage is one of the leaders. Cinerarias are a specialty and are very well done, the house 125 feet long, being a be- wilderment of color. These Mr. Asch- mann says are among his best sellers. Easter lilies, a fine lot, well flow- ered, a direct importation from Japan, were selling fast but not by themselves as, at the low price he offers, other things must go along. Hydrangeas are also well done. They are a splen- did lot, fine bushy plants with fine heads of well-colored blooms. The bulbous stock is in fine shape, tulips, hyacinths and daffodils, all his own importation direct, so as to insure the best bulbs, looked to be timed just right. In addition to the Easter as- sortment there are large quantities of young stock crowding out from every conceivable place, edges of benches, hanging shelves and over doorways. In fact every inch of space is utilized for young plants, seedlings, cuttings, etc. Begonia Erfordii, Primula obco- nica, Ipomea noctiflora. Begonia Flam- beau, ferns, etc., are all included. Kentias are also seen in quantity in the quick moving sizes and a quan- tity of rubber plants for which Mr. Aschmann always finds a market. Tak- en altogether, the stock as a whole is the best Mr. Aschmann says he has ever offered. K. Peoria, ill. — H. C. Otto is building a greenhouse at 1422 North Glendale avenue. Rochester, N. T. — At the monthly meeting of the Florists' Association March 4, the date of the annual ban- quet of the organization was set for March 14, at which time the execu- tive committee of the Society of Amer- ican Florists is to visit the city. The occasion of this visit is to plan for the national convention of the association, which is to be held in Rochester in August. On the executive committee is F. W. Vick, president of the local association. Carnations In the West. The propagating still to be done should be attended to without delay as quickly as enough of the cuttings get into condition. If possible every cutting needed should be in the sand by March 15; after this date it will be much more difficult to root them, besides allowing so much shorter time to make a plant. Considerable stock can be worked up from any new seed- ling or scarce variety for a longer period than this, but the percentage of rooting will be much less and the plants undersized for the season's work. As soon as there is any let up in the severe weather, causing less heat to be used, extra caution must be used not to get the sand over- watered. The steady bottom heat un- derneath the propagating bed is what dries the sand out quickly and when there is a let up on this the sand will soon get sour, unless extra care is taken to prevent it becoming too wet. It is important that the rooted cut- tings be got out of the sand as soon as they have sufficient roots, because, after root action has taken place, the growth becomes very rapid and in a short time the young plants are ruined. The young plants now in pots or soil that have been potted or boxed from time to time during the past month or two will be growing rapidly by this time, many of them lengthen- ing out their groyth. These should damage the young stock more quickly than to allow the fly to get down into the shoots The earliest propagated stock will need repotting into larger pots now, but do not attempt any repotting un- til the plants are established enough to need it. An overabundance of soil at the roots is detrimental to the young plants' well-being and, unless extra judgment is used in caring for them, stem rot will set in. The flow- ering plants should receive close at- tention to all their needs. Disbud- ding should be attended to frequently and regularly and, from this time for- ward, means removing considerable of the side shoots, all varieties produc- ing quite a surplus of side growths with every main stem. The watering should be regularly attended to so that there is not any extremes either way. Plenty of ventilation is also very important to keep the growth healthy and the quality of the flowers good. C. W. Johnson. The Trend of the Times. A paper read by Albert M. Herr, Lan- caster Pa-, at the monthly meeting of the Florists' Club of Philadelphia, March 1. The trade papers have been full of carnations and Carnation Society mat- ters for the past month, but they seem, to be an inexhaustable subject, and I will try and not repeat too much of what has been said. There seems to be no dlminishment in the number of promising novelties year after year; in fact, they seem to be J. F. AMMANN, EDWARDSVILLE, ILL., AND HIS AUTOMOBILE. be topped back as soon as they get into the proper condition. Those of the young plants that are well established should be treated to a cool tempera- ture at all times. They require plenty of fresh air without direct draughts. Also see that they are kept a little on the dry side. It seems hardly nec- essary to warn against allowing the insect pests to get the upperhand, but this is a very important point, and I would urge every grower to fumigate regularly, whether the fly is visible or not, for there is nothing that will increasing in number and wonderfully increasing in quality. Those of us who were in Pittsburg could not help but remark on this feature of the novel- ties exhibited there. Just what to ex- pect from these novelties from a com- mercial point of view is a question for the future; no doubt many of them will prove a disappointment to either the originator or the buyer or both, but what a monotonous world this would be with no disappointments to make us properly appreciate our suc- cesses. igio. The American Florist. 315 In my address at Pittsburg I rec- ommended that a report be secured from a number of growers giving their experience with the introductions of the previous year, these reports to be sent to the secretary of the Carnation Society and published in pamphlet form each year. The society, or rather the committee, I appointed to take up the recommendations in this address, did not see fit to even bring this up for discussion. We can hardly ask the trade papers to take it up, but the various florists' clubs might have an experience meeting each January and discuss this matter of the preceding year's novelties, pro and con, the opin- ions of the commission man and the store man being quite as valuable as those of the grower. We can not ex- pect to get as good results as the na- tional society could, but, with a free interchange of opinion, we can buy the second year novelties with some as- surance of success, and quite a num- ber of the $50 per 1,000 varieties would be hunting buyers at 50 cents per 1,000. Publicity of failures Is needed and badly needed. Elbert Hub- bard says: "Let each individual work toward the betterment of as many other individuals as he possibly can. and his financial reward will be money flowing into his pockets as naturally as water flows into a river." How many successes have you had among the novelties bought last season? Don't keep them to yourself. How many failures have you had among the novelties you bought last season? Tell us about them. Some one among us may be able to put you on the track of making this failure a success; if not, then neither you nor I want to plant it another season. GtJAEANTEE TAGS. Another point I tried to bring out and which was ignored by my commit- tee was to have a tag attached to each bunch of flowers, giving the date they were cut and the grower's name on It. This in the course of time would be looked for and demanded by the final consumer as a guarantee of good faith. I would like to see a fresh flower law enacted on similar lines to the pure food law and believe that such a law properly enforced would treble the use of flowers. Not long ago I was in a store where a good looking vase of Enchantress was in the window. The clerk told me about half the blooms in this vase were flow- ers from Chicago and that they were three days old, the balance of the vase being fresh flowers from a local grower. Enchantress is not the best of keepers and we all know that the final consumer getting flowers from this vase was foreordained to disap- pointment. Let our carnations be sold under a guarantee by the retailer that they have been cut on a certain date, and add a little advice as to the best method of keeping, and many an occasional buyer will be turned into a regular customer. It is not so much the price of flowers that interferes with their sale as the fact that, in inany cases, the buyer receives so lit- tle value for the money spent. Let the grower try and grow such varie- ties as are known to be good keepers, making this one of his first demands in buying a novelty; then let him grow them properly and tag them as previously suggested, and, in the I A RECENT EXHIBIT OF THE ART FLORAL CO., SAN FRANCISCO, CALIF. course of time, the man who does this will find himself on the high road to success, and the man who does not will be traveling in an opposite direc- tion. GOOD KEEPERS. Enchantress and all of its sports can, if well grown, be turned out mod- erate keepers, but the careless grower wants to leave them alone. Pink De- light, Victory, White Perfection, all of the Lawson type, Winona and O. P. Bassett are all good keepers under ordinary culture, and it is this class of varieties that should be planted in quantity and some of the softer but perhaps more beautiful sorts be ex- perimented with until vou learn to handle them and turn out flowers that will give good satisfaction. An- other point I tried to bring before the Carnation Society was our lack of business methods and ideas. The re- tailer in our business is perhaps near- est in 1910 business methods, but he has much to learn; the commission man follows along about 1900 style and the grower is lagging back some- where about 1850 style. Not that I know much about 1850 business meth- ods, but it will do for a simile, and I believe is a correct one. We do not need cultural methods; we have them once a week in four trade papers, but we do sadly need business methods, and we need some one to come into our societies who has made a study of modern business and tell us some- thing about this end of our work. There is some money in carnation growing. In witness thereof just note the modern $8-$10,000 houses going up exclusively for carnations. The man who has the cash to pay for these 816 The American Florist. Mar. 12, structures is all right; the man who builds on credit will have many a weary year before his houses are paid for. I maintain that the modern car- nation establishment can not produce carnations at a profit for less than a two cent average from September 1 to June 1. Keep records charging up every item of expense, interest, taxes, wear and tear and every item that goes into the production of carnation blooms and see if I am wrong. When you see retailers paying $1,600 a year rental for their store, and wholesale establishments without number in all of the larger cities and the grower adding house after house, you natur- ally conclude each and every one is making money a la Rockefeller. Anal- yze the situation carefully and you will find a triumvirate competmg hades. I am not up in business meth- ods well enough to suggest a remedy, but I want to give this as an opin- ion, and that is there are entirely too many commission houses in the larger centers and the competition among ihem is getting to be a bit hard on the grower. The grower, the retail man the commission man and the final consumer are all component parts of what is and ought to be an immense business. The healthy in- crease and life of that business needs the encouragement of each of these sections. Get together. Joseph Streit. PRES.-ELECT BUFFAIO FLORISTS' CLUB. Joseph Streit was born in the pretty town of Trier on the Mosel in Ger- many, February 16, 1876. While his parents were not engaged in the cul- tivation of flowers. Joseph always wanted to be among them. His par- ents apprenticed him with a grower of his town and after two or three years the spirit of unrest and want of more knowledge prevailed and he sailed for America, arriving here in November, 1892. After a few months with an uncle on the Hudson and a few more with a grower in the vicinity of One Hundred and Twenty-sixth street. New York, he started for Buf- falo where he was employed by J. H. Rebstock for a time, then accepted the assistant superintendency of plant- ing at the Pan American exposition from which he resigned to take charge of S. A. Anderson's greenhouses, where he has been engaged since April, 1902, and sending out as fine a lot of Begonia Gloire de Lorraine as the American market has seen and producing all the plants and bedding stock that S, A. Anderson has use for. Mr. Streit is young and what he has in store for floriculture in plant work is in its infancy as he is a deep thinker, a great reader and still does not forget the pleasures of the club and bowling team, being a regular attendant at each meeting. BiSON. Selah. Wash. — The Selah Valley Nurseries have incorporated with a capital stock of $5,000. The incorpo- rators are Clarence B. Wood and A. C. E. Brown. New Rochelle, N. Y. — W. S. Hitch- cock Co. Inc., is making preparations for the opening of its new store at 370 Main street, which is now undergoing extensive alterations. A large con- servatory and greenhouse are being built in the rear of the store. HALF HOUR CHAPTERS FOR FLOWER GROWERS Sweet Peas. Where the vines of sweet peas have been flowering for some time and are getting weak and producing smaller flowers, it is time to think of replac- ing them with young clean stock, tak- ing out a bench or a part. of a bench at a time, according to requirements and quantity grown. To shorten the time between crops these succes- sional plants should be raised in small pots and the benches cleared and replanted when these are ready. Joseph Streit, President-Elect Butlalo Florists' Club. By these means very little time will be lost and there is plenty of time to raise flowers long before they can be had from outdoors. Two or three seeds should be sown in a 2-lnch pot and the seedlings thinned to one, or two at most, when they are strong enough to insure their standing. It is important to see that the soil In these small pots does not sour, which it is apt to do unless the watering is judiciously done. A light, sandy mix- ture, with a little rough old manure or leaf soil in the bottom of the pots, is best. Those hustling growers who have no time to do this, and think it a waste of time, are they who lose most young plants by damping off in the early stages. If the soil on the benches has only grown one crop it will probably be good enough to grow another if turned up deeply and al- lowed to dry out for a couple of days and a little new soil added. Fresh manure is not advisable, just the or- dinary composted soil as used for potting or benches. Get this all ready for planting by the time the young stock is ready, then there will be no fear of the plants becoming starved or rootbound. Plant firmly and water each plant carefully after planting. This watering will keep all right for a few days if light spraying is given and the surface soil lightly scratched over to prevent too rapid loss of moisture. When established the same treatment as given the flowering vines will be necessary, except that much more care is needed in watering un- til the first flowers are set. Annuals Indoors. Where the plants of annuals, such j as marigold, aster, cornflower and i sweet sultan, are growing freely the ' principal attention necessary is to keep the surface soil moving, to avoid ' overwatering the roots and to watch carefully for insects so that these do not get a foothold. Although in the earlier stages an attack of green fly may appear to be a very insignificant matter and easily overcome, if al- lowed to go on it simply means ruin to the plants. The insects by sucking the juices of the plants sap their life blood and leave only a crippled speci- men that can produce nothing but weak, undersized flowers and is a discredit to any grower. Consequent- ly, just as soon as the first aphis or other insect is seen, fumigation, spraying or other preventive measures must be taken in hand at once and persisted in if needed until every in- sect is destroyed. Only this way can a good crop of flowers be hoped for. Camellias. There is quite a demand for cam- ellias in some localities and probably it could be worked up in others with | a little trouble. Many growers fail 1 with camellias, yet they are easy to' grow, if gone about in the right way. If grown simply for cut flowers there is no better way than to plant them \ out in a small, well-made border ' or bench. The soil should not be very rich, but must be of good substance, j fairly heavy and very firmly placed, rammed, in fact, around the roots so _ that a good hard, solid growth is ' made. This makes either solid beds ' or concrete benches more suitable for the plants than wood benches, the , solid beds being best of all. Camel- .^ lias like a moderately moist root run all the year around and, although the plants rest during winter, any drying off on the one hand or excess of ' moisture on the other leads to drop- ping of the flower buds, a frequent trouble with these plants unless care- fully handled. Almost a hardy plant, the camellia will not stand forcing conditions. Cool, airy quarters with plenty of light in winter and sufficient shading in summer to keep the leaves from injury are the conditions they like. The plants are not unduly pre- disposed to insect attacks, but scale is frequently troublesome, especially where the atmosphere is dry and the plants are not sprayed frequently. A thorough washing with water from the hose two or three times a week is of great assistance during early summer when the plants are making their growth, and at this time the root;s must also be kept more moist than at any other time. Given these few simple details there is no reason why anyone should fail with camellias, and a few plants purchased and planted out would be all the while growing into money and produce more flowers annually. igio. The American Florist. 317 Single Chrysanthemums. These pretty varieties are annually becoming more popular and there are many very beautiful things offered by specialists in their culture. Plants should be purchased as early as pos- sible, as they can then be propagated freely, one plant being made into five, six or even more and yet be in plenty of time for either cutting or pot work. Propagation of any varieties at home of which stock may be short can also be started now and the resulting young plants can be topped again later. The chrysanthemum roots best in a cool house on the usual sand bench kept moist at all times. No bottom heat is necessary, but shade from bright sunshine should be pro- vided. After being topped and the cuttings inserted, the young plants may be bedded into flats, where they will go on producing cuttings and can eventually be either planted out on the benches or potted as may be nec- essary. Propagating. The propagating of roses and carna- tions should be pushed along to a finish now as soon as possible, as it is not well to have late stock lying about unless it is wanted for any spe- cial purpose such as planting a new house or section that will not be ready early. Even in such a case it would probably be better to propa- gate early and give the plants an ex- tra shift, the larger plants at planting out time offsetting the extra expense of potting and the labor of planting out bigger stock. This refers, of course, to roses rather than carna- tions. Grafted plants in the cases should be watched carefully and sun- shine rigorously excluded until they are well united and growing freely. Sun wilts the plants quickly and bad- ly wilted growth seldom picks up prop- erly. As soon, however, as the plants are sufficiently callused to stand it a little air night and day will prepare them for removal from the cases. • HiTCHlNGS & Co., New York, have been awarded the contract for the new conservatory to be built in Nay Aug park. Scranton, Pa. The house is the gift of John Cleland and the plan shows a very attractive and use- ful looking house. To Be Done Now. I.\ THE GREENHOUSES. Watch young cyclamens ven- close- ly for thrips and other insects and take means to destroy them on sight. Give only enough heat to growing dahlias to keep them gently moving, a solid slow growth being better than a rapid one. Keep poinsettias quite dry at the roots and cut the plants back to sound wood. OUTDOORS. After the frost goes out of the ground, look over the bulb beds and tread in any that may be lifted. Head back apple and pear trees that are to be grafted to improved varieties G. L. FREEMAN, FALL RIVER, MASS., lON MULE) RETURNING FROM AN ORCHID COLLECTING TRIP IN COLOMBIA. Keep the flowers pinched out of alternantheras, as they only check the growth. Allow plenty of light and air around all newly flatted seedling bedding plants just as soon as the roots have taken a hold of the soil. Watch seedling asters and stocks and see that they are not allowed to become infested with green fly. Watch the fires on bright mornings following cold nights, as too much heat on the pipes is apt to cause in- sect attacks. Keep all decayed geranium foliage carefully picked off, as the decay is apt to spread to healthy plants. Keep the syringe going freely among the hydrangeas now starting up for Memorial day. Don't try to rush lilies that are evi- dently too late for Easter. They will be useful whenever they come in. Avoid drip on the pans or flats of seedling ferns or they will die out in patches. IN THE CATTLEYA DISTRICT IN COLOMBIA, (FREEMAN). this year, but leave a little wood to be cut back just before grafting. Rose pruning should not be hurried, as late frosts occurring in May are very apt to injure the young shoots. Plant Eremurus Himalaicus and E. robustus in a sheltered position if pos- sible. These plants are hardy enough, but the foliage is apt to be injured by cold drying winds in spring. Leave fruit trees alone as long as frost continues, but start pruning as soon as the thaw begins, commencing on the larger and hardier trees first. OB ITUA RY. Francis G. Dwight. On his eighty-second birthday anni- versary, Francis G. Dwight, a native of Reading, Pa., and a well known dealer in seeds, died as the result of a stroke of paralysis, at his home, 1574 Mineral Snring road, February 26. He has been in failing health for three years. Mr. Dwight was the first seed dealer in Reading. His first busi- ness place was at 512 Penn street. Later he moved to 518 Penn street. Pressed for room, Mr. Dwight moved his business to 843 Penn street, where he continued until five years ago. De- ceased is survived by his widow. Ida K. (ni-c Hoockley). and nine children. Our Supplements. Subscribers should see that they get copies of the fine supplementary illustrations showing high grade design and decorative work. These fine supplements appear with each issue and should be carefully preserved, as they mean much to the retail florists in dealing with their customers, Illustrating as they do the various kinds of work that the everyday florist Is called upon to perform. The papers In which the supplements appear should be likewise preserved, as they contain much valuable data with regard to these special Illustrations. Subscribers should see that they get every Issue as otherwise they may miss some of this bMh grade work. 318 The American Florist. Mar. J 2, The American Florist 1885 Twenty-Fifth Year 1910 Subscription, United States and Mexico $1.00 a year; Canada $2.00; Europe and Countries in Postal Union, $2.50. Subscriptions accepted onlytrom those in the trade. When sending us change of address always send the old address at the same time. Advertising rates on application. From the first issue the American Florist has accepted only trade advertisements. Advertisements must reach us Tuesday (earlier if possible), as we go to press Wednesday. We do not assume any responsibility for the opinions of our correspondents. Eastern Representatives: A. F. Faulkner, 1133 Broadway, New York. KOBT. KiFT, 1725ChcstnutSt., Philadelphia, Pa. THE AMERICAN FLORIST, 324 Dearborn St.. CHICAGO. THIS ISSUE 60 PAGES WITH COVER. CONTENTS. The week at Peaceful Valley 309 — Weather and funeral work 309 —Carnations 309 — What is profit? 309 Cyclamens injured 31" The retail trade 310 — Plant baskets (supplement) 310 — Porcelain shoes filled with shamrock. (iUus.) 310 . . — The pyramid centerpiece 310 The rose 311 — Cultural notes 311 — Roses in the south 311 — New European roses 311 With the growers 312 — Poehlmann Bros. Co., Morton Grove, 111 312 — Poehlmann's lilies (illus.) 312, 313 — Robt. Craig Co., Philadelphia 313 — Godfrey Aschmann. Philadelphia 314 J. F. Ammann and his automobile (illus.) 314 The carnation 314 — Carnations in the west 314 — The trend of the times 314 A recent exhibit of the Art Floral Co., San Francisco (illus.) 315 Joseph Streit (portrait) 316 Half hour chapters for flower growers.. 316 — Sweet peas 316 — Annuals indoors 316 — Camellias 316 — Single chrysanthemums 317 — Propagating 317 The cattleya district in Colombia (illus.) 317 G. L. Freeman in Colombia (illus.).... 317 Obituary — Francis G. Dwight 317 Society of American Florists 318 American Rose Society 318 Flowers for Parisians 318 Assessment of greenhouses 320 European horticulture 320 Chicago 322 Joliet, 111 324 St. Louis 325 Cincinnati 326 Pittsburg 326 Baltimore ^ 327 Philadelphia 328 New York 330 Washington 330 The seed trade 336 — Soy beans 336 . — Canary islands conditions 336 — American grass and clover seed abroad ._ 336 — Adulterated seeds 336 Market gardeners 338 — Notes on seed testing 338 — Prices of indoor fruits and vegetables. 338 Plant market for New Tork 339 The nursery trade 340 — American Association of Nurserymen. 340 — Early lilacs 340 Davenport. la 342 Morristown, N. J 343 Toronto 344 Nashville 344 Cleveland 346 Boston 348 Buffalo 349 Before man's fall, the Rose was born. So Ambrose says, without a thorn. EASTER in two weeks. A Majority of 200,000 school chil- dren has votetl "black eyed Susan" the state flower of Maryland. The gorgeous display of the Maryland col- ors, orange and black was one of the principal reasons for the choice. Society of American Florists. The mid-Lent meeting of the execu- tive board of the Society of American Florists will be held at the Seneca hotel, Rochester, N. Y., March 12 at 10 a. m., and will continue until March 15, inclusive. H. B. DORNER. Sec'y. American Rose Society. PROGRAMME OF THE PROCEEDINGS. The annual meeting of the Amer- ican Rose Society will open at 7:30 p. m. sharp on Wednesday, March 16. The transaction of business will be in the following order: Calling to order, by President Aug- ust F. Poehlmann. — Address by the president. — Reading minutes of pre- vious session. — Secretary's report. — Treasurer's report. — Report of com- mittees. — Selection of place for next year's meeting. — Miscellaneous busi- ness. — Election of officers. — Appoint- ment of committees. — Adjournment, as business may require. A question box will be opened at the secretary's desk. Under the order of essays and discus- sions, addresses will be made as fol- lows: First Session. — Paper by Adolph Farenwald, Roslyn. Pa., on "Roses — The Brightest of Flowers." Paper by S. B. Sibson, Portland, Ore., "North Pacific Coast Roses." Second Regular Session. — (Thurs- day afternoon at 2:30 p. m. sharp.') Address by James Wood, Mt. Kisco, N. T., president of the Horticultural Society of New Tork. on "The Ideals of Horticulture." By Geo. V. Nash, secretary of the Horticultural Society of New York, on "The Rose and its History." An illustrated lecture with colored lantern slides. The American Rose Society fixed no hotel headquarters in the city, as all the business pertaining to the annual meeting will be transacted at the American Museum of Natural History. There has been another nrize of $10 offered by S. J. Reuter & Son. Inc., Westerly, R. I,, for the best vase of My Maryland roses of 50 blooms. Joseph A. Manda is the manager of the exhibition. The Horticultural Society of New York has issued a joint premium list with the American Rose Society, and in that list the value of the silver cup. offered by Moore, Hentz & Nash, of New York, should be placed at $50. It is listed as No. 190 in Division F. Benjamin Hammond, Sec'y. Flowers for Parisians. It would be difficult to ascertain how much money is spent in the year on flowers in Paris, but some idea of the colossal dimensions of the traffic may be gathered, says the Chicago Record-Herald, from the estimate formed by competent persons that every year the purchases of flowers made by the Paris market in the single department of the Alpes-Maritimes amount to nearly $15,250,000. A typical example of the orders re- ceived on occasions by Nice and ad- joining towns is furnished by the sums spent in flowers for tlie funeral of President Carnot in July, 1894. The consignment sent to the capital alone from the Riviera represented more than $300,000, while almost as much came from the provinces and from abroad. So enormous was the de- mand for all kinds of flowers that the great flower market at the Halles was quite unable to cope with the busi- ness. The florists, therefore, treated directly with the horticulturists in the environs of Paris, and several times a day they visited the gardens and bought up without discussing the price whole flower beds of rose trees, mar- guerites, pansies and marigolds and greenhouses of orchids. The Czar of Russia ordered his am- bassador in Paris, Baron de Mohren- heim, to send a wreath to the inter- ment worth 8,000 francs ($1,600), and told him to get it from a florist in the rue Royale. But the house in ques- tion was unable to execute the order, and so it went to a firm in the Boule- vard de la Madeleine, which supplied a magnificent wreath for $1,000. As at the funerals of Victor Hugo, Thiers and Gambetta, the number of wreaths as at the interment of President Car- not, was very considerable and many measured several yards in circumfer- ence. The flowers sold in Paris may be di- vided into two main categories, "le Nice," "le Midi," which reach the capi- tal in large quantities every day by the trains of the P. L. M. company and "le Paris" or "le chaulfe," so called because they are the product of con- servatories where their growth is forced by artificial methods, after which they are brought to the Halles by the gardeners from their establish- ments around the city, carefully wrap- ped up and protected from the cold. "Le tres beau Midi" goes to the best florists who pay top prices, "le Midi ordinaire" to the little florists and the humble flower sellers who hawk their perfumed stock in trade around the streets. The "chauffe" cost more than the beautiful roses and violets of Nice, for the reason' that the artificial sun to which they owe their birth is a very expensive affair, whereas the Riviera horticulturists get theirs for nothing. A Paris florist sometimes charges three or four francs for a rose in winter. But perhaps it has cost him two francs; he has ordered five or six dozen roses from the south of France, but when they arrive a dozen are "perdues," and unsalable, and the loss has to be made up on the others. The bouquets and corbeilles which figure on the tables of the wealthy fre- quently cost 100 francs ($20), but they contain perhaps two or three dozen orchids for which the flower dealer has paid a good price. Besides, the cor- beille is a veritable work of art, a pic- ture, and is the achievement of a special employe known among florists as a "coloriste," whose occupation is to arrange the flowers so that they shall look their best and speak their most seductive language. The color- iste is generally a woman. Her first duty in the morning is to dress the window, so utilizing the grace and harmony of her floral treas- ures that the passerby will be so charmed, so fascinated, that, after a moment's hesitation, he or she, yield- ing to the irresistible art of the color- iste, will enter the shop and buy the flowers. igio. The American Florist. 319 Meetings Next Week. Baltimore. Md., March 14, 8 p. m. — Gard- eners' and Florists' Club of Baltimore, Flor- ists' Exchange hall, St. Paul and Franklin streets. Boston. Mass., March 15. — Gardeners* and Florists' Club of Boston, Horticultural hall. Cleveland, O., March 14, 7:30 p. m. — Cleveland Florists' Club, Progress hall, 2610 Detroit street. Lake Geneva, Wis., March 19, 8 p. m. — Lake Geneva Gardeners' and Foremen's As- sociation. News building. New Orleans, La., March 13, 2 p. m. — Gardeners' Mutual Protective Association, 118 Exchange alley. New Orleans. La., March 17, 8 p. m. — New Orleans' Horticultural Society, Kolbs' hall, 127 St. Charles avenue. New York, March 16-18. — American Rose Society, American Museum of Natural His- tory, 77th street and Central Park West. New York, March 14, 7:30 p. m. — New York Florists' Club, Grand Opera building. Rochester, N. Y., March 14, 8 p. m. — Commercial Florists' Association of Roches- ter, 416 Cutler building. Scranton, Fa.. March 18, 7:30 p. m. — Scran ton Florists' Club, Guernsey building. Springfield* O., March 14. — Springfield Florists' Club, office of Good & Reese Co. St. Panl. Minn., March 15. 8 p. m. — Minnesota State Florists' Association, 510 Snelling avenue. North. Toronto, Ont., March 15. 8 p. m. — Toronto Gardeners' and Florists' Association, St. George's hall. Elm street. Wants, For Sale, Etc One Cent Per Word. Cash with Adv. Far Plant AdTi,. See ReadT Relerence Section. Where aoiwers are to be mailed (rom thii office, enclose 10 cents extra to cover postaee, etc. Situation Wanted— Gardener, with good refer- ences, married, wishes position. Address Key 464, care American Florist. Situation Wanted— Gardener and fruit srrower, expert viticultupist. wishes position. .Address Key 4f>5. care .American Florist. Situation Wanted— By young man 30 years old; married, no family : private or commercial: best of referencL'S. W. R.. 123(. Waliasb-av.. Chicago. Situation Wanted— Voong man. single, wishes position; thoroughly acquainted with carnations, vicinity of Milwaukee preferred. 5 years exper- ience. JohnSchwenk, 9SFcarlSt.. Kingston. N. V. Situation Wanted— By a practical grower of cut flowers and general stock, on private or commer- cial place: 15 years' experience: age .^0 single; best of references: please state iiarticulars in hrst letter. Key M\l. caie .American Florist. Situation Wanted-By competent grower of cut flowers and potted plants in general: willing to lake charge: or as foreman in an up-to-date com- mercial place: 26 years in the trade: middle age: single, sober. .Address Key46i. care American Florist. Situation Wanted— .\s working foreman in first class retail estaljluhment: successful grower of roses, carnations, violets, 'mumsi lilies Begonia Lorraine, pelargoniums; life experience: middle- aged: married; disengagid March 1st. J. Hodge Ifo Foster St. Manstield. Ohio. Help Wanted— Florist and gardener for private place; address with full particulars J. A. Brigel, Mt. Airy. O. Help Wantf d— Man for vegetable garden also to assist in greenhouses .fJS.Oll per month, room and board. Apply C. Reakdon. Hinsda le. III. Help Wanted— Man for carnations and general greenhouse work; good potter. G. V.\N BocHOVE & Bro . Kalamazoo. Mich. Help Wanted— Experienced man to superin- tend small nursery and to do general landscape work; good future for the right man. Address Key ^^S), care American Florist. Help Wanted— A middle aged man to do stable worn and gardening, where a good home is pre- lerred to high wages; must bo honest and sob.r. Mrs. .M .yRY Lues,se\. Westbury, L. I. Help Wsnted-An all around helper on agreen- „o"¥,ln*«^''''^''"<='"o'2500 5q. ft. of glass; will pay iij.uu per week to the right man and steady "°^''- El.WARD T.yxRO. 407 E. Iron Ave.. Salina. Kas. Help Wanted— A good grower of greenhouse plants and vegetables capable of taking charge. Send copy of credentials and photo: state wages required for permanent place. Apply E. H, H. Stanley, Baynes Lake, British Columbia, Help Wanted — A firstclass seedsman, com- petent to tun a California city store. Slate fully your experience and where, nationality, salary you have received and expect, and give references. .\ good opening lor the right man; preference to one who will invest t2.0(X) to *lu 000. Give full in- formation in first letter, Thos Snowden. 701 So. GrifHn .\ve.. Los Angeles. Calif, For Sale — First class florist business in city of 30.01.0: reason for selling: other business. Key 9W. care American Florist. ForSaie- .\ piece of ground. I50xI.S0, with green- hou^e 22.X100; no other Horist within six miles. .Address Ke\' 453. care .\merican Florist. Tor Sale or Rent-40.000 square feet of glass. in good location; needs partial rebuilding: rent accordingly, or will sell at reasonable price. Key 460. care .\merican Florist. t For Sale— 5000 feet of glass with dwelling: no competition; a rapid growing trade: a rare oppor- tunity for a florist of small means. DwiGHT Greenhouses, Dwight. III. For Sale— Four greenhouses and 1 acre or more of land: also house and lot next to same in one of best cities of Northern Ohio: one of firm re- tiring leason for selling. Address Key 455. care American Florist. For Sale— One brickset Furman boiler in good shape ; 1 model No. 30-5 good as new. used two winters, very cheap if taken at once: will install larger one in place ol the two. Key 468. care -American Florist. For Sale— .A good fljrist retail and wholesale business: six greenhouses in pot plants, carna- tions, violets and 'mums: 12 lots, located on a good boulevard; dwelling and barns: ,f7.500. The Goeschl & Woou Floral Co. lyOl So. Lot^aa, Denver. Colo. For Sale— lO.OOO It, glass in city of 1.800. in the middle west, established retail business of 25 years: close to tour large cities: one of the best locations in the coiiniry to build up wholesale business; owners are engaged in othfr line of business and cannot give greenhouse personal attention; present owners can handle entire output of purchaser: a splendid opportunity for live energetic man. Address Ke practice of landscape gardening. He respectfully solicits your patronage. His clients may ri,'St assured that his long and successful expeiience in all that pertains to mak- ing a beautiful country home will insure to their benefit in any undertaking with which he may be entrusted Office: 500 Fifth Ave.. New York. care of Mr. Tliomas Young. Jr. Residence: Madison. New Jersey Telephone 132W. Easter Souvenir Price Lists= We have a fine line of illustrations suitable for Easter Booklets and Folders. Easter Lilies, Crimson Ramblers, Azaleas, Hydrangeas, Ivilacs, Church Decorations, Wedding Bouquets, etc. Write for prices. AMERICAN FLORIST CO., 324 Dearborn St., Chicago. 320 The American Florist. Mar. 12, Assessment of Greenhouses. J. K. HAJIILTON V. EDMONTON UNION. An appeal to quarter sessions of considerable importance to the horti- cultural trade took place at the Hert- ford quarter sessions, on Friday and Saturday last. They were 47 appeals of nurserymen in the parish of Ches- hunt, and by an arrangement with the assessment committee, four cases were selected as tests, viz.: J. R. Hamilton, A. Matthews, E. Rochford and Thomas Rochford & Sons, Ltd., to be taken in the order mentioned. The appellant was represented by H. E. Duke, K. C, M. P., Bernard Campion and E. H. Tyndal Atkinson, instructed by Hutchinson & Cufii. of G, Stone buildings, Lincolns Inn. London, and the union, by J. A. Simon, K. C, M. P., W. C. Ryde and E. C. Pulton instructed by F. Shelton, the clerk to the guardian.s. Mr. Hamilton gave evidence as to the condition of his property the Trin- ity Nursery, Marsh lane, Waltham Cross. The 86 greenhouses with pack- in? shed, stable and water tower, cov- ered a total ground area of 4a. 3r. 4p., and the vacant land covered an area of 6a. .2r. 19p., making a total of 11a. Ir. 23p. Mr. Hamilton said that he worked this property in conjunction with two others in the neighborhood. and for some time past he found that Me had not made any profit from this particular nursery. The glass struc- tures were nearly all built 22 years ago for the culture of cucumbers, but owin°- to their age, and the fact that the soil was so infected with disease, fungoid and insect pests, he had been unable to grow cucumbers for some years. Samuel Bonnett (foreman to Mr. Hamilton) gave corroborative evi- dence. Edmund Rochford gave evidence as to the various pests market nursery- men have to contend with, and said he considered that there was no value in this glass beyond its break-up price. He estimated that he could cover one acre of land with glass houses, after allowing a considerable amount for contingencies for about fl.lOO. Dr. Voelcker gave evidence as an agricul- tural analytical chemist, as to the eel worm and other insect and fungoid pests found in nurseries, and Pi-ofes- sor Ma.ssoe of Kew Gardens gave sim- ilar evidence as to the destructiveness of these pests. J. B. .Slade. F. S. I., partner in the firm of Protheroe & Morris, horticul- tural auctioneers and valuers, of 67 and 68, Cheapside. London, E. C. said that he had had many years' experi- ence in dealing with the rating of greenhouses in all parts of the coun- try. He had been acting for the whole of the 47 appellants in these cases during the past 18 months, and had been endeavoring to come to some settlement with the assessment com- mittee. He had made several inspec- tions of this property, and in his opin- ion it would be practicallj' impossible to let or sell the same. He did not think the net rateable assessment upon it should be more than £138 per annum. P. Micliael Faraday, of Faraday & Rodgers, rating surveyors. 77. Chan- cery lane. London said that his fig- ures practically agreed with those of Mr. Slade. W. H. B. Castle (Castle & Son). 40. Chancery lane. London, valuer to ' the assessment committee, said that he valued the greenhouses at £6,300, and took 5 per cent on this sum for the rateable value giving £31.5 11a. 2r, Op. of land at £5 per acre 57 Rateable. Glass erection £334 Buildings 24 Land 23 £381 W. P. Ryan of Morris & Ryan, 1, Metal Exchange buildings, E. C., said his figures worked out £391 rateable. Alfred Bowyer of Alfred Bowyer & Jones, Enfleld, said his valuation as between a willing seller and a willing purchaser of the greenhouses was £6,013 which at Rateable. 5 per cent gave £300 Stabling, etc 18 Land at £5 per acre 57 £375 After summing up by counsel, the court retired and on its return said that they had decided to allow the appeal, and reduce the assessment from £498 gross, and £332 rateable, to £330 gross, and £220, rateable, costs to follow the event. The other cases were adjourned till the April sessions. N. B. — The figures in the valuation list first appealed against, were £675 gross and £450 rateable. These were reduced by the assessment commit- tee to £498 gross, and £332 rateable, the amounts appealed against at quar- ter sessions. — Horticultural Advertiser (Eng.), February 23. £372 H. Trustram Eve of Westminster and Bedford, said his figures worked out at £571 gross and £381 rateable made up as follows: European Horticulture. FROSI THE FBENCH TRADE PAPERS. An international horticultural con- gress will be Iield at Brussels, April 30 to May 3, 1910, under the auspices of the Belgian Federation of Horticul- tural Societies. Horticulturists of all countries are cordially invited to be present and to take part in the discus- sions, and the date, that of the open- ing of the Universal exposition at Brussels, is a most favorable one. The sessions will be varied with excursions to the Arboretum and Colonial mu- seum at Tervueren, the royal green- houses at Laeken, etc. Far-reaching and very beneficial results have been obtained from these congresses in the past, and a large attendance is confi- dently expected. Among other ques- tions announced for discussion are: Section of Floriculture. — "Germination of Orchids," "Experiments in Floricul- ture," "Forcing of Flowering Plants in Different Countries as to Method and results." Fruit Culture: — "Ra- tional Catalogue of Fruit Trees," "Cul- ture of Fancy Fruit," "Preservation of Fruit by Cold or Other Means," "To Combat Diseases and Insects." Mar- ket Culture: — "Experiments," "Mono- graphs on Special Cultures," "Means of Facilitating the Marketing of Garden Products." Study of Markets: — "Pre- serve Factories as Means of Regulat- ing Prices," "Study on Production' and Selection of Seed," "Social Influence of Market Gardening," "The Rural Exo- dus." Horticultural Economy: — "Ques- tions of Trade, Transportation and As- sociation." General Horticultural Top- ics: — "Decorative Planting," "Arbori- culture — Decorative and Forest," "Transplanting of Large Trees," "Evo- lution of Flower Planting in Parks and Gardens," "The Judicious Use and Proper Construction of Rocks in Parks and Gardens," "Public Plantings in Cities." "Landscape Architecture in Exhibitions" — Special Materials and Processes: — "Influence of Electric Light on Plants," "Results of Etheri- zation," "Uses of Artificial Cold," '■Production of Artificial Cold," "Ef- fects of Hot Water on Shrubs to be Forced." Remedy for Rose-leaf Rust. — This is caused by a cryptogam (Phragmidl- um subcorticum) which, of course, preys most easily on weakly plants. The first efforts, therefore, should be to build up the vigor of the plant itself with liquid manures, the second, to destroy the parasite. A spray made in the following manner has been found efficacious: Dissolve two pounds of sulphate of copper in 10 quarts of water; elsewhere, slake two pounds of lime in five quarts of water; mix the two in an old vessel, adding two pounds of flowers of sulphur, and boil three-quarters of an hour. This gives 12 quarts of a greenish liquid which should be bottled and used when needed. For syringing, add one quart of the liquid to 10 quarts of water, taking good care of the under side of the leaves. In the spring the plants may be brushed with the undiluted liquid, and the fallen leaves should be gathered up and burned in the fall. The Heating of Moistened Soils. — Recent interesting experiments have been reported to the French academy of sciences in regard to the rise of temperature which takes place when dry soil is moistened. It is found to be due to the affinity which the clay and humus have for water, an affinity so energetic that a very appreciable amount of heat is released. This ex- plains the well known fact that, after several hours' exposure to hot sun- shine, the earth drying and attaining a temperature of 110° or so, a rain following will often cause the death of young and tender plants by raising the temperature as it does, sometimes 20 degrees. This also gives a logical reason for not watering in full sun- shine. Clematis Mandshurica. — This beau- tiful pure white clematis is closely allied to C. recta, but differs from it in manner of growth, possessing a stout stem and growing into a strong bush from six to seven feet tall. This spreads at the top and covers itself, from base to tip with loose panicles of small, six-petaled pure white flow- ers, which are very fragrant, especially at evening. If the seeds are not al- lowed to form, new shoots from the base will bloom in August and Sep- tember. This plant is especially adapted for the open sun and would be invaluable in the hardy border. Senecio Mikanioides.- — This is some- times called summer \\y and is a most graceful and vigorous climber, grow- ing luxuriantly in the open air during the entire summer season, but is not hardy. If, however, young plants are wintered in a temperate house, they will bloom in spring. The little termi- nal corymbs of small yellow flowers are very fragrant. Senecio scanens, on the contrary, is a new introduction from China, and quite hardy and vig- orous. Its yellow flowers open in October and the vine, of rapid growth, is well clothed with grayish-green, slightly velvety foliage. A New Montbretia. — A new mont- bretia. Prometheus, has been recently exhibited, of unusual height and beauty. The stalks exhibited showed a growth of stem of from 40 to 50 inches, and a generous setting of flow- ers from two to four inches in diam- eter, of a beautiful brilliant orange with ruddy brown at the base of the segments. This should be a great addition to our gardens, where the montbretins are too little grown. Turn Your iiurplus Stocks Into Cash By Advertising in the Ready Reference Department. See Page 351. IQIO. The American Florist. 321 Easter Lilies Azaleas, Crimson Ramblers, Spirseas, Genistas, Cyclamens, Etc, Packed in Crates. CUT FLOWERS Roses, Carnations, Violets, Valky by the thousands. All Goods Packed with Care.Send for List. WELCH BR06. 226 Devonshire St., BOSTON, MASS. HITS THE MARK Largest Paid Circulation TO THE TRADE --IN THE TRADE THAT'S WHAT YOU WANT THAT'S WHAT YOU GET Tlic American Florist Spring Number Issued Ten Days Before Easter SECURES THE BUSINESS This Issue Goes to Press MARCH 16 St. Patrick's Day Number A f T T\T AlVTP The Spring Number ALL 1J> UWt The Rose Number ^_^_^^^^^_^__^ THE LAST word: SEND ADVERTISEMENTS NOW 322 The American Florist. Mar. 12, We are Strong on Roses and Carnations NONE BETTER TO BE HAP, Can furnish you with the following roses in quantities Beauties, Mrs Jardine, My Maryland, Kiilarney, Perle, Richmond, Bride, Bridesmaid, Kaiserin. CARNATIONS ^^'Jif^i Quality Unexcelled. J. K BUDLONG Plenty of spring stock, TulipS, Jonquils, Daffodils, Narcissus, Sweet Peas, Freesias, Violets, Valley and Greens of all kinds. Roses and Camations A Specialty. 37-39 Randolph Street, CHICAGO. srr^CUT FLOWERS Chicago. AN OVEESTOCKED MARKET. Stock continued to pour into tlie market at the end of the week, and it was quite impossible to move it alj. A large buyer of carnations was able to procure flowers of very fair qual- ity at $5 per 1,000, while bulbous stock, sweet peas and other flowers simply had to be slaughtered to move them at a all, and considerable stock was wasted. The few bright days opened up the flowers very rapidly, not only around the city but at other points to which stock is shipped, con- sequently the orders were cut down from outside points, while the supply kept getting larger every day. Longi- florum lilies are coming in fine in substance, but short, and it looks as though many of the Easter flowers will be this way. Bulbs potted in No- vember and started in heat rieht away, as many of the Giganteums had to be this season, do not get time to become established in the pots before forcing commences, hence the short growth. Roses, which have been on the short side so long, are now over plentiful, indeed there appears to be an over abundant supply of every- thing. Orchids have been too plenti- ful to clean up, and the local grow- ers do not seem able to take a lesson from their eastern brethren as to al- lowing the flowers to develop before cutting. We see repeatedly what would be excellent cattleyas. if they were allowed to finish, offered in a half developed state; then the grow- ers wonder why the eastern flowers are bigger. C. Trianae and C. Schro; derSB have the call and there are fine cuts of these elegant species. Saturday was a bad day but on Monday things seemed a little brighter in some respects. In most of the com- mission houses handling them, violets were a glut. Some of the eastern stock we saw opened on Monday was absolutely useless when unpacked. There was no fragrance to the flowers — there was an odor — and the petals fell freely on the bunches being shaken. It is uselesss sending such rubbish, for no self-respecting commission man Would risk offending his custom- ers by offering it. Indications are that there will be plenty of white car- nations for St. Patrick's day. There is lots of time for the Heinz process to be carried out between March 17 and March 27, still there are hopes that the St. Patrick's day demand may prevent salting down of whites for Easter to some extent. Time will tell whether the hope that springs eternal in the more or less human breast of the commission man is justified or not. The "nip in the air" the early part of the week caused some comment and it was freely remarked that it would "shorten up rose stock" for Easter. We may be wrong but, judg- ing by the excellent condition of the stock we have seen at the various growing plants around the city, it will take something more than a few cold days, especially if bright, to shorten the cut to any extent and, early as the date is, we shall be much sur- prised if the usual quota of fine roses is not forthcoming. The plants have had plenty of time to recuperate after the severe cutting at Christmas, and the comparative rest they had in January is reflected in the fine growth now being put on. Bulb stock con- tinues to arrive plentifully, some ele- gant Keizerskroon and Murillo tulips being noted as among the best this week. Smilax is arriving good, but not over plentiful. Much of the As- paragus Sprengeri coming in is yel- low, owing to heating in transit, and good A. plumosus is not too plentiful. Roman hyacinths of best quality have been in demand, also lily of the val- ley, but poor stock of either drags badly. NOTES. The Geo. Wittbold Co. reports an- other busy week. The spring-like weather of a few days ago had its reflex in advance orders for her- baceous perennials, grass seed and similar lines dear to the heart of the suburban gardener, while department store decorations have called for a large amount of stock. Marshall Field & Co., Stevens and Carson, Pirie. Scott & Co. are among the biggest of the I orders received during the week, with others in smaller amounts, and the fine weather is also helping the retail end. Bassett & Washburn's American Beauty sections are now in elegant crop and likely to remain so over Easter. They are sending in over 100 a day of the long-stemmed flowers, as well as large quantities of the me- dium and short grades. No new build- ing at Hinsdale has been decided on as yet, but several of the older houses will be renovated and put in order the coming season. Wietor Bros., Wholesale Growen of ..CUT FLOWERS.. 51 Wabash Avenne, CHICAGO. Price List American Beauties, Per do z Extra long $ 5 00 36-inch stems 4 00 30-inch stems. 3 00 24 inch stems 2 50 20-inch stems 2 00 18-ioch stems 1 SO 15 inch stems 1 00 Short ; 75 Per 100 Killamey, extra $10 00 fancy 8 00 rood 5 00 to 6 00 Richmond, extra 8 00 fancy 6 00 good 5 00 Mrs. Jardine, extra 10 00 fancy 8 00 good.. 6 00 White KiUamey, fancy 10 0(1 to 12 OO Brides and Maids, fancy 6 00 to 8 00 eood 4 00to 5 00 Uncle Jolin, fancy 6 00to 8 00 eood 4 OOto 5 00 Perle. fancy 10 cents ROSES, our selection. $4 00 Carnations, extra fancy 2 00 to 3 00 Easter Lilies, short $2 00 per doz. VaUey 4 00 Asparagns Pliunosns, extra quality, per bunch 75c Fancy Ferns, per 1000 $2 00 All other stock at lowest market rates. Prices subject to change without notice. Nftcharge for pac kjng. Among the offerings at Vaughan & Sperry's this week we noted especially good sweet peas, long-stemmed, brightly colored flowers, fresh and very fragrant. Enchantress and Law- son carnations, 'Kiilarney roses and Princess violets — the latter far too good for the state of the market — were also leading items. Pretty little pots of shamrock have also been shown all week. Fine Murillo tulips, lilies and carna- tions have been the features at the Deamud Co.'s store this week. The igio. The American Florist. 323 RV^yifTTIlHCI^ Extra Long Stems, mJm^r^^j M ML-'^i^ ss.ooperdoz. Our new spring crops of BeautieS are now on, and they are the best in this market. We can supply them in very large quantities. Remember the extra long stems are always the best quality. Killarneys, Richmoods, Maids, Brides and Perles are also in with a big crop. Prices are falling every day. We bill out at the lowest market prices each day. Write for our Weekly Price List. We keep you posted on the market. Bassett & Washburn store and Office: 76 Wabash Ave., OFTTOAOO Greenhouses: HINSDALE, ILL. Cut Flowers | E. H. HUNT FOR ALL OCCASIONS. FLORISTS* SUPPLIES TOO. -SEND FOR PRICE LIST. 76 Wabash Avenue, CHICAGO. KYLE & FOERSTER, W. p. KTLE. 51 Wabash Ave., -CONSIGNORS SOIJCITED. Wholesale Florists. L. D. Phone Randolph 3619. JOSEPH FOERSTER CHICAGO. run on Conquest has been remark- able and the flowers are snapped up immediately on arrival. We also noted fine bunches of the new Mrs. Walter W. Coles, from W. W. Coles of Kokomo, Ind. It is a very beautiful deep crimson and quite distinct. The quality and quantity of the car- nations now coming- in to Peter Rein- berg's store are both great. These are the produce of the new ranges at the "farm" and show what clean, new houses and soil will do towards per- fecting fine stock. The Beauty crop is also at its best now, in fact the sup- ply of all roses is very large and the quality unsurpassed. Aug. Lange has been very busy with funeral work, and the low price of stock now gives him a chance to put good value in his dollar boxes of flow- ers. The near approach of St. Pat- rick's day reminds us of Mr. Lange's bet with Alderman Michael Kenna about this time last year that he could grow shamrock here in the city from seed sent over from Ireland, which he did. Charlie Zapfe, of the Budlong force, took a half day off on March 4 to be put through a course of sprouts in the Masonic fraternity. What the honors or degrees were that Charlie was initiated into we must leave, as we have no desire to go where angels fear to tread. The roses at the J. A. Budlong store are now in grand shape, Killar- ney, Richmond and Mrs. Jardine being leaders. Phil Schupp says that indi- cations point to a good supply of white carnations for the St. Patrick's day demand. Stock cleans up well here daily. E.C.AMLING THE LARGEST, BEST EQUIPPED, MOST CENTRALLY LOCATED WHOLESALE CUT FLOWER HOUSE IN CHICAGO. 32, 34, 36 RANDOLPH STREET, CHICAGO. L. D. 'Phones Central 1978 and 1977. John Mahgel's table, furnished for St. Patrick's day, is a great attraction in his Monroe street window, and all day long a crowd of Interested peo- ple are looking at it. Green hats, shamrock baskets, clay pipes and the noble "Murphies" are all to be seen. Speaking of the sudden change in the weather, C. L. Washburn notes the fact that they were cutting their ice at Hinsdale three years ago on March 4. Winter at the end of Feb- ruary and spring March 1 is not a combination to improve trade. Sam Pearce continues to send in elegant bulb stock in great quantities. His Lorraine, Yellow Prince and Coleur Cardinal tulips are excellent, as are the daffodils and jonquils. He. reports Giganteum lilies coming along well for Easter. CHAS. W. McKELLAR, SI W^abaah Ave.. CHICAGO. ORCHIDS A Specialty Faacy Stock io Peoniei, Valley, Roses, Beanties, Carnations aod a full liDe ofall Cut Flowers^eens, Wire-Work and Florists' Supplies. Send for Complete Catalogue. Quality Counts.. Let us have your next order for Roses and Carnations aod other Seasonable Flowers. JOHN KRUCHTEN. SI Wabash Ave.. CHICAGO. A. L. Randall Co. 1 9-2 1 Randolph St., CHICAGO. L. D Phone Central 1496. Private Exchange All Departments. 1( vou do not receive our price list regularly send for it. A. T. Pyfer, manager of the Chicago Carnation Co., was in town on Mon- day and reports stock in fine order at 324 The American Florist. Mar. 12, ''The Busiest House in Ciiicago'' EASTER It is not too early to think about your stock for Easter — in fact if you do not think of it soon the other fellow will get in ahead of you and vou will be watching him sell the goods that you should have sold. We are in a stronger position at present than any house on this market to take advance orders, handling the stock of the best growers in this section and with a force that insures satis- factory treatment and in this connection we wish to particularly call attention to our EASTER LILIES Which are the finest that have' ever been brought to this market, convince you that you should always buy from An order placed with us will J.B.DEAMIDCO. Joliet. Orders are coming- in rapidly for carnation plants and they are well booked up on Conquest, Sangamo and Mary Tolman. Bergman, Zech and Tarnall have aU one hand on that Deamud cup. T. C. T. also has two eyes on it all day long: and it is currently reported that he either takes it home with him at night or sleeps in the vault. Zech & Mann say "business is fine." The Richmond roses they are showing certainly are. Bulb stock is also in first class shape here and the carna- tions being handled are of superior merit. John Bruchner, of Sixty-ninth street, who has been seriously ill for quite a long time and whose life at one time was almost despaired of, is, we are pleased to note, around again. Gladiolus America, May, Augusta and other popular varieties for flor- ists, are selling well at Winterson's Seed Store. About 15,000 copies of the new seed list have been mailed. Sinner Bros.' roses are a little off crop just now, but plenty of carna- tions are arriving. White KiUarney and My Maryland are to be much more heavily planted this season. Wietor Bros, intend rebuilding about 10 of the houses at the lower plant this year. These houses are 250 feet long and devoted to roses. Moninger material will- be used. "Sold out daily" is Koerber Bros." report and Harry Manheim may be seen scouting around after the fine stock from the greenhouses Is sold to fill late orders. A. L. Randall Co. is very busy with Easter supplies and the many novel- ties offered in the fine show room are meeting with an excellent demand. E. H. Hunt reports plenty of ad- vance orders for white carnations for St. Patrick's day, and a big demand for the "Absorber" green dye. Mrs. James C. Curran has been sick for quite a while with rheumatism, but could not miss the banquet of the Florists' Club. March 3. President Poehlmann of the Amer- ican Rose Society, leaves for New York next week for the annual con- vention and exhibition. Albert C. Rott, Joliet, 111., though suffering from severe cold, has been in town looking up stock for his Eas- ter trade. Extra good Killarney roses and Easter lilies have been prominent at Weiland and Risch's store all week. Geo. Asmus, H. B. Dorner, J. A. Valentine and W. N. Rudd leave for Rochester Friday, March 10. Nic Miller, of the J. B. Deamud Co., started March 7 on a business trip through Michigan. Al. Fisher left March 7 for Detroit to participate in the great bowling tournament. Albert Erickson has resumed his former position at Vaughan's Green- houses. Geo. Reinberg is showing some ele- gant mignonette, grand full spikes. Ernst Wienhoeber is in the east looking up holiday stock. "Visitors: Albert Heath. Milwau- kee; Wm. A. Gardeen, of Chas. Thor- ley's. New York; Von Zonneveld. Sat- senheim, Holland; A. T. Pyfer, Joliet; Albert C. Rott, Joliet; E. J. Fancourt, Philadelphia, Pa.; S. C. "Weber, St. Louis. Mo.; A. L. Glaser, Dubuque, la. LADIB3' NIGHT AT THE CLUB. The ladies say they had the time of their lives at the Union restaurant March 3. H. N. Bruns, A. C. Kohl- brandt, J. P. Degnan, Herman Schil- ler, Frank Pasternick and Duncan A. Robertson, the committee in charge, have every reason to feel proud of the entertainment provided. Little Miss Marshall with her characteristic songs and dancing was the favorite of the evening. The other numbers included: Miss Eulalia Stone, vocal soloist; Mrs. L. F. Smith, bell soloist; Mrs. Clara McCloud, elocutionist; Miss Lena Moneak, violin; Master "Walter Mc- Cloud, German dialect; Miss Mathie- son, piano soloist, and Miss Lawrence, violin. "We noted Harry Balsley of Detroit among the visitors. JoUet, 111. Business all around has been on the quiet side, but the past week, since the brighter weather, things have livened up considerably. There are prospects of a good Easter, as several advance orders for decorations and other work have been booked by the leading retailers. Stock looks prom- ising and there will be plenty of it. Not many lilies are grown locally, but those we have seen look well and will be on lime. Albert C. Rott and wife have both been on the sick list, but, with char- acteristic pluck, both have kept go- ing. Mr. Rott has had several pretty decorations of late and advance or- ders for plants and cut flowers for Easter are coming in freely. He has an Irish window in mind tiiat will be a startler, but we are tied to silence as to the details. "We trust both he and Mrs. Rott will be back in good shape for the Easter rush. At both the Chicago Carnation Co. and the J. D. Thompson Carnation Co.'s plants stock will be in great shape for Easter. Cutting and plant trade is brisk at both places. The Shepherd Floral Co. reports business good and good orders com- ing in for landscape work, which will be a specialty here this season. G. jgio. The American Florist. 325 EASTER PRICE LIST. Wc have never been so well prepared for what wc believe will be the Busiest Easter on Record. The whole of our vast greenhouse plant is in splendid condition and crops will be at their best for Easter. Our immense new carnation range is producing magnificent stock in great abundance. The flowers were never so good or plentiful and we can truthfully say there are no carnations in the world to beat ours. ■ y ^— w g-^ -^ -g -4—8 ^-w ^a* Our Beauty crop is at its height and we shall have large supplies ■M-MKJ^ <%\SM^ \^mK^^^ in all grades for Easter. Not a few but all the best varieties. The crops are large, the qualit.\- absolutely perfect, better flowers coming to this or any other market. There are no Send Us Your Orders and they Will be Taken Care of. AMERICAN BEAUTIES Per doz. Extra long stems $5 UO 30 inch stems 4 00 24 inch stems 3 00 20 inch stems 1 2 50 15 inch stems 2 00 12 inch stems 1 50 Short stems 1 00 Per 100 Richmond, % 5 00 to $12 (mi Killarney, 5 0(Jto 12 m My Maryland 6 00 to 12 00 Chatenay 5 00 to 10 00 Mrs. Field, ' 5 00 to 10 00 Uncle John, $ ,"> 00 to $1(» 00 Bride, r>00to lo oo Bridesmaid, 5 00 to Ivory, 5 00 to Sunrise, Perle Roses, our selection Carnations Fancy Harrisii VaUey Violets Adiantum Asparagus, per bunch. Ferns, per 1000 5 00 to 5 00 to .'. CO to 12 50 to 3 CO to 75 to 10 00 10 00 8 00 8 0(J 4 00 4 00 5 00 15 00 4 00 1 00 1 00 75 2 50 2,000,000 FEET OF MODERN GLASS. Peter Reinberg 35 Randolph St., CHICAGO. St. Louis. The weather opened up during the past week and it is now warm and springlike. It has already shown it- self on the violets. Many sleepy blooms are on the plants and it is doubtful if they will last for Easter. Carnations are not as plentiful, white and red being- scarce. Roses are ar- riving fairly well. This warm weather will help the plant men. Fane- ferns are shortening up. Southern jonquils are in. NOTES. A meeting of the Retail Florists' Protective A.ssociation was held last Wednesdav evening at the Washing- ton hotel to protest against any whole- saler retailing or making design work and delivering to private parties. This ■was agreed to be antagonistic to the retailer. There were about 25 pres- ent. The following officers were elected: C. C. Sander.: president; F. H. Weber, treasurer; Chas. Young, Jr., secretary. This association is charg- ing |5 initiation fee and 50 cents per month dues. It proposes to look after legitimate retailers' interests, also to post one another on deadbeat custo- mers. The Riessen Floral Co. had the decorations for the banquet at the Planters' hotel given to the Hamilton Krown shoe salesmen before their re- turn to Boston. There were about 300 present. The tables were beautifully decorated with all kinds of flowers and greens, many violets beiner used. Hugo Gross is thinking of erecting two houses 200 feet long this summer for roses. If as successful with these as he has been with violets and sweet peas he will be a great help to the market. His stock is successfully KENNiCOTT BROS. WHOLESALE CUT FLOWERS 48-50 Wabash Ave., L. D. Phone, Central 466. Chicago We vlll have anythine in the line of CUT FLOWERS and GREENS that ^yeu mar want if anybody has It, at CbicaKO market prices od day of shipment. 326 The American Florist. Mar. 12. TheWearin'o'theQreen Will be as popular as ever on ST. PATRICKS DAY and we shall be strong on White Carnations for dying. Plenty of them and at the right prices. We can also supply BEAUTIES Per dozen. Fancy long stems .$5.00 30 to 36 iu 4 00 20 to 24 in $2.50 to 3.00 15 to 18 in :... l.BOto 2.00 Short 75 to 1.00 FANCY ROSES. Brides, Maidg $6.00 to $10.00 per 100 Killarney, Pink $6.00 to $8.00 per 100 All Other Rose Stock in Full Crop. Fancli Longlflorum $2.00 per doz. Lily of tlie VaUey $3.00 to $4.00 per 100 VAIGHAN & SrtRRY, CARNATIONS. Fancy White $4.00 per 100 Fancy $2. 00 to $3.00 per 100 Ordinary $1.50 per 100 rir^hlHc CATTLEYAS, Vll/lllUS $5.00 to .$6.00 per doz. . _, Von SiOn... $2.00 to $3.00 per 100 5pnnS[ rlOWerS Jonquils 2.00 to sooperioo Tulips -2.0010 4.00perl00 Wild Smilax, Fancy Ferns, Leucothoe and Mexican Ivy. 52-54 Wabasli Ave., L. D. Phone, Central 2571 ChicaQO handled by the Wm. Smith Whole- sale Floral Co. C. Young- & Sons Co.'s sign in their window reads, "Everything for the Garden." Jim Young stated that the prospects for Easter lilies with him were "about enough to go around." He will have plenty of azaleas, hya- cinths, spireas and all flowering plants. Rufus J. Lackland's funeral last Wednesday was largely attended. Prof. Trelease being one of the mourners. The floral offerings were beautiful. Chas. Young, Jr.. is very proud of his bouncing five-months' old boy. His grandfather expects to have him help out at the store at Easter. Dominic Bova purchased 80.000 California violets last Thursday. This was the largest single sale ever made by the Wm. Smith Floral Co. Vincent Gorly has returned from a visit to Kansas City. Visitor: ,Tohn Rubach, representing Lion & Co., New York. W. F. Cincinnati. A GREAT IMPROVEMENT. A decided improvement over last week's business is noticeable all around. All kinds of stock, with the possible exception of violets, clean up to a greater extent and it is hoped the prevailing conditions will hold out for some time to come. White roses are not at all plentiful; in fact, they might be said to be scarce at the pres- ent writing: otherwise we have a nice lot of roses to do business with. The supply of Beauties is equal to the de- mand and some splendid Killarney. Mrs. Jardine and Bridesmaid are on the market and the prices have be- come reasonable. The carnation out- look is much better than last week and receipts have been equal to the demand. Some of the stock is of su- perior quality, but about two-thirds run to splits and inferior grades. Of course the demand is principally for white, although light pink and Rose Pink Enchantress receive a fair call. As before stated, the violet market has gone to pieces. Singles are fine and the crop is on, but the demand is not here. Sweet peas are plentiful and .50 cents per 100 buys a fair grade, although some sales were reported at 75 and the quality had to be exceed- ingly fine to get the extra quarter. Good Murrillo tulips were to be had. although not enough for the demand. Easter lilies and callas were more abundant and seem to clean up nicely every day; in fact, bulbous stock of all kinds was good property all week. In the line of green goods. Asparagus plumosus is still scarce and there is just about enough Sprengerii for or- ders, while no orders are turned down for smilax. NOTES. A. C. Heberling, of Georgetown, Ky,, was a caller on Saturday. His royal highness is very much inter- ested in automobiles and undoubtedly came down to take in the show, al- though he claims a sick friend in one of the local hospitals was the cause of his visit. It's dollars to doughnuts he did not pass up the automobile show. He says business with him has been very satisfactory this season. James O'Malley has moved his store across the street from his old stand to 609 Walnut street, the store for- merly being occupied by Huntsman and later by Coulthardt & Pogus, As Jim is a good designer and well known in the city he undoubtedly will do well and we wish hint success. Frank Smith of Smith & Fetters, Cleveland, O., stopped over on his way home from Mexico last Thursday to call on his friend, Fred Blecher, an- other Cleveland boy, but who is now managing the Blecher Floral Co. of this city. Alfred Murphy has bought the ma- terial for a 200-foot house and will begin work on same as soon as the weather permits. R. A. Kelly has moved next door until alterations are made to the building in which his store is lo- cated. Al. Heckman, Jr., has been on the sick list the past week and we are glad to report is convalescent. S. Pittsburg:. The market is just about the same as last week. Carnations will proba- bly be very plentiful for Easter. There are quite a few growers thftt are off crop now, that will be in line for that holiday. During this period fakirs are seen at every corner of the street selling carnations at 10-15 cents a bunch. Any place they can get a hold they stick a couple of pots and get busy. Bulb stock, such as daffo- dils, tulips and Dutch hyacinths are finding slow sales, consequently a great amount going to the dump. Beauties are selling well and are about the only stock there really is any strong demand on. NOTES. A. H. Smith Co. put out a dollar box on Saturday consisting of one dozen daffodils and a corsage of sweet peas tied with ribbon and pins. It made a hit and he had a big run. Nicholas Harris, of Harris Bros., Market street, has returned from his six months' visit to Greece. Nick is looking fine and still single. C, C. Phillips and R. ;seeaan, Wash- ington, have purchased Lloyd Swar- thout's store and greenhouses of that place. Edward Harvey, of Faulk & Fur- nier. Homestead, is handing out the smokes. The stork left him a 10-pound boy. Forbes & Donahey, Wheeling, W,Va., have put out a new delivery wagon which is something worth looking at. Carl Puhlman, Carnegie, reports business good — and considerably ahead of last vear. Geo. Ole'*. Youngstown. O., has the sympathy of the trade in the loss of his mother. Mr. Blankensop, of C. A. Dunn. Washington, reports business a little slow. Ernest Zeieer spent a few days in the east, looking uo Easter novelties. E. Eissner has been in New York attending the funeral of his brother. E. J. McCallum has been laid un a few days with a cold. Mrs. J. B. Smith. McKeesport, is reported very ill. Visitors: Missp.s Forbes and Don- ahey, Wheeling, W. Va.: M. Blanken- sop, Washington. Pa.: Chancy Hus- croft, Stcubenville, O. J- New Castle. Ind, — Wm. Dittmann is in Florida resting up for a few weeks. Newton. Kans. — Hasler & Hassel- mann have purchased Kline Bros.' re- tail store in the Postoffice building. Newell, W. Va. — The directors of the Lake Newell Floral Co. held their annual business session February 23 and elected the following officers: Geo. W. Clarke, president: Walter B. Hill, vice president: Fred B. Law- rence, secretary and treasurer: A, E. Radke, manager. The business of the company was discussed and everything was reported in first-class condition. The company has enjoyed a very pros- perous year. igio. The American Florist. 327 LILIES FOR EASTER Our Lilies are the finest lot in this part of the country— as fine as any we ever saw— and will be ready for Easter without hard forcing. Your trade calls for good Lilies for Easter, long stems, fine, large flowers, and you will do well to write us at once. We are NOW BOOKING ORDERS Don't forget that good long Lilies will be scarce this Easter. Most growers' Lilies are short and hard forcing will be necessary to get them in, making them soft. We have been specially fortunate in having so large and fine a lot. Write for prices on your needs. ROSES AND CARNATIONS We have large supplies of all Roses and of the best variitits of Carnations — no better stock to be had anywhere. All Bulb Stock and Green Goods Plentiful. We ^ve personal attention to every order and this careful service counts. We sliall be glad to Iiear from yoa for todaji's shipment or for Easter ZECH & MANN, WHOLESALE FLORISTS, Long Distance Phone Central 3284 51 Wababh Avenue, Chicago Baltimore. There is a suspicion of early spring in the air, but Marcli is as fickle as the proverbial woman and we may be jilted yet. But we are enjoying the warm airs and bright sunsliine whicli are succeeding the long cold stretch of winter and tliey are having some ef- fect upon business. The great over production of flowers, especially of carnations, is bad enough of itself. but now it is complicated by the rush of other surprises from our friends of the Quaker City who in the paraly- sis which has affected their town as a result of the strike there are ship- ping their stock to all attainable points, interfering- with the normal conditions of trade-currents. Our street dealers enjoyed last week the customary experience which comes to them each spring of being ordered off the streets, but after representa- tion to the city officials these allowed the curbstone men to go back to their stations, at least temporarily. The thoroughfares have been so crowded with shoppers drawn out by the good weather that a good many sales are made, the gamut running from vio- lets to American Beauties, which lat- ter do not often come into the menu of the peripatetic vendors. Halliday Bros, on their place on the Liberty road have a most remarkable collection of lilies in all stages of growth. The variety seems to be new and is dubbed here Formosum Gigan- teum, though whether this is a correct one cannot be told. Certainly in stem, substance of flowers, abundance of bells and freedom from disease it is a marvel. There will be a great crop ready for Easter and succeed- ing ones for the post-Easter weddings and Memorial day decorations. Not only are some of the depart- ment stores here going into the florist line, but a large druggist establish- ment makes a specialty on certain days and gets rid of a great quantity of violets. There seem no limiting lines any more in the domains of busi- ness and a blacksmith's shop nowa- days is as liable to sell carnations as It is New Orleans molasses. John Cook and Mrs. Cook continue their sojourn in Florida, varying it this week by a trip to Cuba. The former has been fortunate in escaping entirely from the rheumatism which has so long distressed him, the sub- ROEfiBER QROS. Wholesale Growers of Gut Flowers, Telephone Randolph 2758. Greenhouses: DBS PLAINES, ILL. Store: 51 Wabash Avenue, CHICAGO CROWERS*^''SHIPPERS ' ^, TUT FLOWERQ^i!!^" ^ 59 WABASH AVE. ^V# ^ B^NE CENTRAL 6T9 VtoMeHowerMM'ltete Chicaoo. Mar. 9. Roses, Beauty, extra select ... 5 00 36in 4 00 30in 3 00 18in 2 00 ISiu 1(0 Short 75 Per 100 " Bride, Bridesmaid, select.. 8 CO@IO 00 medium 4 00@ 6 00 Killarney. select .. 6 0(/@10 00 medium and short 4 00 Mrs.Jardine 4 00@10 00 '■ Mrs. Potter Palmer 8 00 My Maryland 8 00 " Perle 7 00 " RicbmoDd 4 00012 00 Uncle John 6 00 .. White Killarney. select .... 8 00@10 (0 medium 4 00@ 6 00 Carnations, select fancy 3 00® 4 00 common and splits . . 1 00@ 2 00 Callas perdoz,. 150 Hyacinths, Roman 2 00® 2 50 Lilium Harrisii ..perdoz.. 2 00 15 00 Lily of the Valley ?• OOffl 4 00 Mignonette 3 OOS 8 03 Narcissus 2 00@ 3 00 Orchids perdoz., 6 00® 9 00 Sweet Peas 40® 1 00 Violets 35® 50 Adiantum per lOCO, 150 Asparaeus Plum, strings, each, 60® 75 sprays 3 00© 4 00 Sprengeri.. 3 00© 4 00 Boxwood, per bunch.. 35c per case. 7 50 Ferns perlOOO. 2 00 Smilax 1 50 tropical climate being unfavorable to its development. The question of pruning the trees in the city's parks and gardens is still WIETOR BROS. 2?„°„'|-'«, Cut Flowers An telegraph and telephone orders glyea prompt attention. 51 Wabash Ave.. CHICAGO. Mention the American Florist when writing voinimm bros. co. Wholesale Growers of and Dealers in All telegraph and telephone orders given prompt attention. Greenhonses 32-37 Randolph St. MORTON GROVE, ILL. CHICAGO. mention the American Florist ivhen writing a burning one and unsettled. A num- ber of gentlemen, estimable citizens and distinguished in their several lines of commercial and professional activity, most of whom, however, pro- bably could hardly discriminate be- tween an oak and a pine tree, sent a petition to the park board asking it to take such action as will preserve the trees in the parks and squares in their natural growth and form, pre- venting unsightly and ill-advised prun- ing and clipping of such trees and "all other acts of ill-considered vio- lence heretofore committed upon them." General Latrobe, president of the board, thinks trimming of the trees has been excessive, their natural beauty being destroyed, and he sug- gested Mr. Manning, the parlv super- intendent, give the park board a list of the trees he proposes to prune, so that that body may decide whether they need it. Mr. Manning said this would be practically impossible. In every park trees must be trimmed, and to keep the parks beautiful it cannot be avoided. It was finally de- termined to refer the matter to Mr. Olmstead, the landscape architect, and in the meantime no trees are to be trimmed without the consent of Mr. Latrobe, who is a lawyer and the president of the city gas company, and it would be supposed had business and troubles enough for his share without stopping to instruct Mr. Man- ning in the performance of his techni- cal work. S. B. 328 The American Florist. Mar. 12, 100,000 EASTER LILIES P For Easter. Best in the Market. Also Roses, Carnations, Valley, Violets. Daffodils, Freesias and Smilax. Write for Prices. DOMOTO BROS., 27-29 Lick Place, San Francisco, Calif. Phlladelpbia. TRADE LETTER. There was a change for the better last week. Crops shortened up a lit- tle and an increasing demand on Saturday wound the week up in a very satisfactory manner. There has been plenty of pretty much all stocks although roses shortened up a bit and held their price, even advancing for some grades. Carnations con- tinue plentiful and with prices very low when quality is considered they have been better this season than ever before and as considered with the stock offered but a fcw years ago when Joo.st was the popular pink, there is no comparison, and yet prices are not much better now than then. There is a great quantity of spring or bulbous stock such as tulips and daf- fodils, and they sell fairly well at low prices, $2 per 100 being the ruling figure. Sweet peas are in demand at fairly good prices. There is a supply of very fine stock coming in daily. Mig- nonette appears to be scarce and is a good seller. Acacia is about cut out, it sold very well; there is room here for a better supply. Snapdragon is in demand and good stock finds a ready market. Asparagus appears to sell out clean every day. One of the storekeepers said about asparagus: "They make the bunches so small nowadays that immediately the string is cut the whole lot disappears." NOTES. In the discussion of Mr. Herr's pa- per at last week's meeting of the Florists' Club quite a number of in- teresting points were brought out. That each bunch should be tagged with the grower's name and date of cutting was advanced so as to protect the retailer and his customer. This idea it was thought by some of the wholesale man present would not work out very well. The question of overproduction was also freely dis- cussed and it was advanced that store- keepers should arrange sales at low prices, the wholesale men and grow- ers giving satisfactory figures on quan- tity lots to enable the retailing of such stock at a profit. These sales were only to be on special days. How the store men were to sell at 15 cents per dozen one day and 50 to 75 the next and satisfy their custome-s was not explained. Mr. Herr tl ought there were too many commiasioK men. thus forcing prices down through se- vere competition. The question of handling the flowers in the stores was discussed, some claimTng that many retailers did not know how or CONSIGNMENTS SOUCTTED Special attention given to Shipping Orders. Jobbers of FLORISTS' SUPPLIES SEEDS and BULBS. Price Lis< on Application. 316 Walnut SL, CINCINNATI, OHIO. [ FboDe Main 584. > THE MUNK FLORAL GO. Wholesale GrowL-rs :of CUT FLOWERS Columbus, Oiiio Weilaod & Olinger 128 E. Third St., CINCINNATI, 0. holesale Growers and Shippers ol Cut Flowcrflii W 330 The American Florist. Mar. 12, ^wr^SL. Ejr^r^ioara:^ <& so]vs WILL OFFER AT ■ AUCTION, Tuesday, March 15, Thirty Cases of Holland-Grown Nursery Stock at noon Consisting of Roses, Rhododendrons, Hydrangeas, Azaleas, Boxwood, Retinosporas, Yews, Pot-grown Lilacs, Vines, Privet, Bulbs, Roots, Etc. W. J. ELLIOTT, Auctioneer, 42 Vesey St., NEW YORK New York. TKAUE FAIR. The weather was very rainy and disagreeable during the most of last weeli and the effect on the market was depressing. It cleared up on Fri- day and. so far as weather was con- cerned, Saturday and Sunday were ideal days. The business of Saturday, considering what we have been pass- ing through, was fair. Excepting spe- cial American Beauty roses, which are very scarce, there has been no ad- vance in prices, and it is reasonable to su'jpose that the present springlike Avcather will greatly increase the sup- ply of stock. Special Beauties have been creeping up in price and a few sold. March 5, for 75 cents each. The shcrt grades. No. 2 and 3. are an alto- gether different proposition and many of them are hard to dispose of at any price. Tliere has been some talk about the flowers that are being shipped in here from Philadelphia, but we see no cause for alarm. If that fine old Quaker and Presbyterian city will, figuratively speaking, take a day oft and put an end to the rioting and disorder which makes her streets dan- gerous to the innocent visitor, we will do the best we can to take care of the flowers. March 7. — Possibly on account of good weather there is a better feeling in the market today. American Beau- ty roses continue to be scarce but there is a plentiful supply of all other stocks. On account of the very bad weather of last week much stock is off color and of poor quality. The prospects are remote of any marked improvement until Easter. EASTER PROSPECTS. All indications point toward a good Easter. For the past week one could not visit a plant growing establish- ment within 20 miles of this city with- out running across buyers from the re- tail stores. There will be plenty of Easter stock, though it is somewhat doubtful about a large supply of good liles. Some lilies that we have no- ticed are very short and backward and others show a scarcity of good buds. Different reasons are advanced for this, the grower and the man who sold him the bulbs usually differing, so it is up to them to settle the ques- tion. The opinion has been advanced that on account of so much other good stock being offered at Easter, liles are less popular than formerly, but there seems to be no good grounds for such an opinion. We believe that eood lil- ies will sell as well or even better than ever before. There are fine stocks of Crimson Rambler, Dorothy Perkins. Lady Gay, Hiawatha, Magna Charta and other pot roses in siarht. Not all of them can be brought in for Eas- ter, but there will be many. The azaleas, ericas, rhododendrons, spir- eas, hydrangeas and other smaller pot stocks will loom large in the aggre- gate. "Little Old New York" has been observing Lent in a devout way that has caused her detractors to hide their diminished heads and, take it from us, Easter will be celebrated with joy and gladness becoming to a great and religious city that will be emerging from the sack-cloth and ashes of repentance and good resolu- tions. We have devoted considerable space to plants, but there will also be a great trade in cut flowers. Dur- ing February the cut flower men struck rather hard times and they de- serve something good for Easter. NOTES. Arthur Herrington. well known to the horticultural trade, has resigned his position as superintendent of the H. McK. Twombly estate, Madison, N. J. His resignation takes effect April 1. He will engage in a general landscape gardening business, with offices at 500 Fifth avenue, this city, retaining his residence at Madison. He was superintendent of Florham Farms, the Twombly estate, for 14 years, and many of the beautiful features seen there are the results of his skilful planning. He is well known and recognized as a man of ability along the lines of landscape horticulture and deserves and doubtless will achieve success^ in his new venture. At the store of Chas. A. Dards, Forty-fourth street and Madison ave- nue, we recently noted a novel ar- rangement of flowers in boxes. The boxes are about two feet long, hand- somely gilded and decorated. They are filled with a variety of flowers, .<;ome with roses and sweet peas, oth- ers with carnations, sweet peas and yellow tulips. There are also boxes filled with yellow narcissus, sweet peas and pansies. An innovation in ar- rangement is that fancy crepe paper is placed between each layer of flow- ers, greatly adding to the beauty of the arrangement. The next meeting of the Florists' Club, March 14, will be rose and sweet pea night. President Miller announces that a well known member of the club, who is too modest to have his name mentioned, will be present and will give a talk on sweet peas and also give an account of his recent trip to California. After due consideration of the above, we have decided that Anton C. Zvolanek of Bound Brook, N. J., will be the orator of the occa- sion. He is a modest man, knows a few things about peas, and has re- cently returned from California. Amoner the inany signs of spring very noticeable are the announcements of the plant auctions. Wm. Elliott & Sons will have their first auction Marcli 15. They have a great stock to offer, but, in addition to tliat it is a treat to visit their auctions and hear William Elliott, the auctioneer, talk. If he had not decided to be a seedsman and an auctioneer he would certainly have made a great orator. J. Louis Loose, of Washington, D. C. spent several days of the past week in this city and vicinity. Mr. Loose is an extensive grower with a large range at Alexandria, Va, He is also a moving spirit in two large re- tail stores and a wholesale establish- ment in Washington. Washington. The warm, unseasonable weather has caused an overproduction of va- rious kinds of stock, which has de- creased the value of good stock to a great extent. NOTES. The regular meeting of the Florists' Club took place Tuesday night. It being election night a good attendance of members were present. John Rob- ertson was elected president, Elmer Mayberry vice-president, O. A. C. Oehmler re-elected secretary, Tom F. Gude re-elected treasurer. Directors for three years, W. W. Kimmell, Dav- id Bissett, O. A. C. Oehmler. After the meeting adjourned everybody made merry. The growers promise to have plenty of Al stock ready in time F. H. Kramer claims that he never has been so busy with funeral work as in the past few weeks, and his store is open until a late hour every night. Gude Bros, will have an excellent suppl.v of Easter stock, some speci- mens of which they are displaying in their F street store windows. Geo. C. Shaffer, who has made a record as a bowler, has gone to De- troit, to bowl with the chamber of commerce team of this city. The Washington Florist Co. reports good trade, and expects to have an abundant supply of home grown stock for Easter. J. R. Freeman's window is deco- rated with advance specimens of Eas- ter plants. Z. D. Blackistone will have a good supply of Easter plants and novelties. G. S. Mankato. Min^. — E. C. Willard's greenhouse was burned to the ground February 25. Waterburt. Conn. — Frank Fioto. Hamilton street, is convalescing from his recent illness. Waterloo. Ia. — Chas. Sherwood has the ,v Seattle, -^Z^ Wash. Y L. W. McCOY WILD SMILAX For Easter 50 lb. cases $2.00 Dagger Ferns by the million in season. \\ rite or wire. D. S. CRUM, Pine Apple, Ala. C. A. KUEHN, Wholesale Florist, 1122 Pine St., ST. LOUIS, MO. A Complete Line of Wire Designs. WM. C. SMITH Wholesale Floral Co. WHOLESALE FLORISTS Both L. D. Phones. ST. LOUIS, MO. Supplies and Every thinsr in Season always on haDd H. G.BERNING, Wholesale FlorisU 1402 Pine St.. ST. LOUIS. Ma Start Yovr Season's Business Right by adv? sing now in this journal. Don't delay. The best orders are placed early with advertisers in the AMERICAN FLORIST. igio. The American Florist. 333 DESIGNS OR CUT FLOWERS Will be delivered for the trade in other cities by tke firms below, the Leading Retailers in the cities indicatetL, on Wire, Phone or Mail Orders. Alexander McCondell, 571 Fifth Ave., Windsor Arcade. NEW YORK CITY. TELEGRAPH Orders forwarded to any part of the United States, Canada and all principal cities in Europe. Orders transferred or entrusted by the trade to our selection for delivery on steamships or elsewhere receive special attention. Telephone Calls: 487 and 488 38tb St. Cable address: Alexconnell. Western Unioo Code. Cleveland, O. The Cleveland Cut Flower Co. Will fiU your orders for designs and cut flo»»ers In NORTHERN OHIO. Oajrton, O. Matthews. FLORIST 16 W. 3rd Sfreet. Flowers in any arrangement for all occasions, for Dayton and vicinity. Long dis. Phones St Paul, Minn. HOLM & OLSON, ST. PAUL THE LEADING FLORISTS OF T9E NORTHWXS? Orders will be well cared for anywhere in MINNESOTA AND TH E DAKOTAS. Los Angeles, Calif. J.W. FLORIST. ''»^i^tgf" 218 W. 4th St St Paul, Minn. L L MAY & CO. Order your flowers for delivery in this section from the leading florists of the Northwest San Francisco, Calif. J. B. BOLAND Successor to Sievers and Bolan^ FLORIST 60 KEARNEY S TREET. Atlanta, Ga. Atlanta Floral Co. 4 1 Peachtree Street. Pittsburg, Pa. H, L. BLIND a BROS., 1*0 Stores: Liberty Av.& 5th St.. S424Center At. ijreenhouses: West View. New York. Established 1874. DARDS N. E. Corner 44th St. and Madison Ave. Has his own correspondents in all the large cities of Europe and the British Colonies. Cable orders forwarded by private code. Telegraph and Cable Ad- dress, DAfiDSFLOR. New York. FLORAL CO. We Guarantee Satisfaction 413 Madison Ave. cor. 48th St. flOPIST BosTojvr Albany, N. Y. Flo^vera or Design Work. Delivered in Albany and Vicinity on Telegraphic Order. 11 NORTH PEARL STREET. Boston, Mass. Send flower orders for delivery in Boston and all New England Points To THOS. F. GALVIN, Inc., 124 TREMONT ST. THE J. M. 6ASSER COMPANY, ©[L[I^l[L/?\[I^[D)^.(Q)a We Cover All Points In Ohio. Buffalo, N. Y. Flowers "'Quality W.J. Palmers Son. 304 Main St. GEO. A. HEINL, ISS'S All Orders Promptly Executed. Detroit Mich. John Breitmeyer's Sons Corner Miami and Gratiot Avenues. Artistic Designs. High Grade Cut Blooms. Wc cover all Michigan points and good sections of Ohio, Indiana and Canada. Kansas City, Mo. Geo. M. Kellogg Flower and Plant Co., see GRAND AVE. KANSAS CITY and PLEASANT HILL, MO. Will fill all orders for Cut Flowers, Funeral Designs, Wedding and Birthday Gilts that ma, be entrusted to them. Terre Haute, Ind, John G. HeinI S Son, 129 South Seventh St. Telephone 247. We are in position to fill promptly ^U mall, tcfe- pbone. telegrrapb and cable orders witk Im« aaality stock in season. Pittsburg, Pa. A. W. SMITH CO. KEENAN BLDG, Lareest Fl»ral Establishment in America D Established 1874, Incor»orated 1909. Rochester, N: Y. J.B. KELLER SONS. [ FLORISTS. : 25 Clinton Avenue^ N. Rocbester Phone 606. Long Dis. Bell Phone SUl IN HEART OF NEW YORK CITY Phone 2270 38tb St. 1294 Broadway Our Motto-THE GOLDEN RULE Kansas City, Mo. Samuel Murray FLORIST 1017 Broaway g°nse%"?o"ry Both Phones 2670 Main. Write. Telephone All orders given prompt or Telegraph, attention. Louisville, Ky. Established 1880. M. D. REIMERS •ISuccessor to Chasi," W. Reimers, 329 Fourth Avenue 334: The American Florist, Mar. 12, DESIGNS OR CUT FLOWERS Will be delivered for ttie trade in other cities by the firms below ,the Leading Retailers in the cities indicated on Wire, Phone or Mail Orders. t;iiicago. Established In 1857. mSM. JFLORiST^ 739 Buckingham Place, L. D. Phone 558 Lake View. Send us your retail orders. WK HAVB THE BBBT FACUmES IN THE CITT Chicago. BAUSWIRTB FLORIST Auditorium Annex. Mall, Telegraph or Telephone Orders Filled Promptly in Best Style. Qnclnnati, O. miUS BAER, 138-140 E.Fonrth St Long Distance Tbone. New Orleans- CUT FLOWERS For Toorlsts and General Trade. Wire or mail. Highest Grade Stocic Only«^ g5!i^ VIRGIN, STN^A^'i;: Savannah, Ga. JOHN WOLF, Wholesale and Retail FLORIST. Kalamazoo and Battle Creek, Mich. fl. A. FISHER CO. Wholesale and Retail Florists. We Handle Everything in Season. Milwaukee, Wis, CCPollworthCo. will take proper AVi^COTtsixi. care of your orders 'n '» l»»-*.»i »»**■• Buffalo, Niagara Falls, Lockpoil. S. A. Anderson, 440 Main St., Buffalo, N. Y. Mail. Teiephone and TelegrBph orders filled promptly wiib the choicest stock. Washington D. C. I4th and H Streets. Also 1601 Eutaw Place, Baltimore, Md. Kansas City, Mo. WILLIAM L. ROCK, Flower Co., will carefully eiecate orderi for Kansas City and any town In Missouri, Kansas or Olciahoma. St. Louis, Mo, Write, Wire or Fhone Your Orders to 1406 OUve Street, Regular discount allowed on all orders,] either Plants or Cut Flowers, rhones Bell. Main 2306, Kinlocli. Central 4981 New York. Established 1849 David Clarke's Sons FLORAL DECORATORS 2139-2141 Broadway i552-'it5'3'°c"o?umbus. ChoicB Gut Flowefs •4IDE BROSX*. TLORISTft WiSniNfiTOM D. c. Gude's Washington, D. C. Geo. C. Shaffer, :: a FLORIST = :: Pbone 2416 Main 14tti 8 Eye Sts,. N. W Write. Telegraph or Telephone. Louisville, Ky. JACOB SCHULZ, 550 So. Fourth Avenue. Colorado Springs, Colo. FRANK F. CRUMP, Wholesale and Retail Florist. MICHIGAN. ^'^^'^ ""• Y carefully csrcQ lOi uy HENRY SMITH, Wholesale and Retail Florist of GRAND RAPIDS. Brooklyn, New York. "WILSON" 3 and 5 Greene Ave. and 339 to 347 Greene Ave. Greenhouses: Short Hills, N. J. Deliveries in NEW YORK, LONG ISLAND and NEW JERSEY. New York. MYER, FLORIST, 609-611 Madison Ave. Phone 5297 Plaza. Indianapolis, Ind. BertermanoBros.Co. FLORISTS .241 Meissachusetts Ave Omaha, Neb. Hess & Swoboda FLORISTS. U1S P^irnum St telephones «i3 rarnvm ji. jgoi ^ndi issa Denver, Colo. yhe Park ....Floral Co. J. A. VALENTINE. President. Denver, Colo. FLORAL DESIGNS AND FLOWERS Best Quality on Shortest Notice DANIELS & FISHER Order by mail, telephone, telegraph or cable. Cable address "Daniels. Denver" Toronto, Can. Canada's best known and most reliable torist Only the Best 96 Yonge Street. We deliver anywhere in Canada and guarantee safe arrival. Dunlop's Anderson, S. C. THE ANDERSON FLORAL CO. 633 MARSHALL AVI. igio. The American Florist. 335 DO YOU KNOW WE GROW The Finest Roses in Ohio? The J. M. Gasser Company 1035 Prospect Ave., 1008 Euclid Ave,, CLEVELAND. Plenty of cheap roses now for funeral work. EASTER EASTER EASTER HENRY M. ROBINSON & COMPANY WHOLESALE COMMISSION FLORISTS TELEPHONES- "^^"^ 2617-2618 iE.Lti-nuiNt& , pQRT HILL 25290-25292 15 PROVINCE STREET ANQ 9 CHAPMAN PLACE BOSTON, MASS. Easter Lilies in Pots $12.50 per Hundred DOQPQ^— .Airierican Beauties, Brides and Bridesmaids, Richmonds; Killarnies, Pink and IVV/^Ci3 White; Maryland. C H l*n af innc* Lily of the Valley ; Tulips, Lorraine and Murillo ; Daffodils and Jonquils, best well llctLlUIld, varieties; Violets, single and double. Cut Easter and Calla Lilies; ^^Si:4ZS.,^<^in^^:Sic'.:^^^^'¥Sl Best Quality of Stocl< at Lowest Market Prices We carry a full line of Florists' Supplies and Hardy Cut Evergreens, such as Dagger and Fancy Ferns, Bronze and Green Galax, Cut Box Wood Sprays, Festooning and Branch Laurel, Leucothoe Sprays, Green and Sphagnum Moss. SATISFACTION GUARANTEED_WE NEVER DISAPPOINT. YOU CAN DEPEND UPON ALL ORDERS BEING FILLED AS PLACED. 336 The American Florist. Mar. 12 The Seed Trade. American Seed Trade Association. J. C. Robinson. Waterloo, Neb., Pres.; M. H. Duryea. New York. First Vice Pres.: F. W.BolKiano. Washing ton, D.C.becond Vice- Pres.; C. E Kendel, Cleveland O.. Sec'y and Treas.. Leonard H. Vaughan. Cbicago. Asst. Sec'y. Twenty eighth annual conven- tion, at Atlantic City, N, J, June 21. 19i0. Los Angeles, Calif. — John Lewis Child.s left March 9 for the east. The agricultural appropriation bill, aggregating 13 millions of dollars, has passed both houses. Free seed dis- tribution will continue. J. S. Michael, of Sioux City, la., passed through Chicago last week, re- turning from the east, and reports that the February seed business in the cities visited was much behind that of last year. GiLLETT, Wis. — Jacob Spies of Grand View, says the Gazette, hauled through here, February 12, a load of clover seed valued at nearly $1,000. The load was hauled by one team of horses and sold at $8 per bushel, netting a total of $960. The Indiana Corn Growers' Associ- ation is asking the legislature for an appropriation to enable the experi- ment station at Purdue university to take up educational work for the pro- duction and sale of a higher grade of small seeds. The late James J. H. Gregory, whose death was recorded in last week's is- sue, was a broad-minded man, his will including bequests for the Episcopa- lian, Methodist, Roman Catholic, Uni- versalist and Congregational churches of Marblehead, Mass., declaring that each "in its own way was doing its best for the improvement of mankind." New York. — Chas. McTaggart, a well known man in the seed busi- ness of this citv. has opened a retail seed store at 123 Warren street, near West street, Mr. McTaggart started in the seed business 17 years ago with the Peter Henderson Co. Later he held a responsible position with Weeber & Don. For the past three years he has been with J. M, Thor- burn & Co. Chicago, — Contract prices on the board of trade March 9 for grass seed were noted as follows: Timothy, $3.70 nominal. White clover, from 20 cents to 25 cents. — Leonard H. Vaughan celebrated the thirtieth anniversary of Braslan Seed Growers Go. Lettuce, Onion, Sweet Peas, Growers for the Wtiolesale Trade Only. his birthday March S. — A. H. Goodwin has returned from Europe. — Bright, mild weather during the first 10 days of March have given a decided impe- tus to counter and retail trade. Soy Beans. Ed. American Florist: We notice in your issue of February 12 the article in regard to Soy bean utilization. It might be interesting to some of your readers to know that Soy beans are being imported into this port, and that there is a factory in Seattle manufacturing Soy beans into oil cake meal and selling the product for much less than cotton seed meal or oil cake meal made from flax can be sold. If any of your southern read- ers have a surplus of Soy beans, they can find a market for them in this city. Chas. H, Lilly Co. Seattle, Wash. Canary Islands Conditions. Federico C. Varela writes from Teneriffe at the end of February that drought conditions prevail there more prolonged than have been known in the islands for 30 years. For this reason, he says, crops of Bermuda onion seed may be expected this year only from the best irrigated land, which is worth with water rights and care $2,000 per acre. The prices of reliable seed can therefore not be made at any low figure and he cau- tions American buyers against possible offers of cheap seed of either poor stock selection or low vitality, or both. SAN JOSE, CALIF. American Grass and Clover Seed Abroad. Vice-Consul George B. Stephenson, of Liverpool, in reply to an American exporter of grass and clover seeds, writes concerning the British market as follows: "The imports into the United Kingdom of grass and clover seed from the United States during the last five years for which statistics are available are as follows, in hundred- weights (of 112 pounds each): 1904, 111,869; 1905, 101,101; 1906, 90,505; 1907, 88,204; 1908, 101,339. The bulk of the clover seed finding an English mar- ket comes from Chile, the quotation at the close of 1909 for seed of that origin having been about $17 a hun- dredweight. Firms consulted state that the demand for American clover and grass seed on the Liverpool market is somewhat limited, owing to the large amount used in the United States and Peas # Beans Alfred J. Brown Seed Co., Growers for the Wholesale Trade. GRAND RAProS, MICH the high price given there, which, as a rule, makes it impracticable for the seed to be shipped to England, where it must compete with seeds grown where the home demand is not so great and prices therefore lower." Consul George Heimrod, of Berne, in answering an American inquiry, gives the following information in ref- erence to imports of grass and clover seed into the republic: "Switzerland imported grass and clover seed in 1908 to the extent of 2,273,000 pounds, from the following countries: Germany, 703,000; France, 500,000; Italy, 412,000; England, 395,000; Austria, 136,000; United States, 116,000; Belgium, 10,000; and Denmark, 1,000 pounds. The Ger- man and French seed was valued at $17,50, and that from the United States at $9,55 per 100 pounds. The statistics do not give details as to what amount was grass and what amount clover seed. There is no customs duty on these articles. Much of the seed im- ported from the United States is tim- othy, as little American clover is used." Adulterated Seeds. Circular No. 31 of . the United States Department of Agriculture, dated February 16, says in part as follows: Kentucky Blue Brass — Of 446 sam- ples 14 were found to be wholly or in part seed of Canada bluegrass, show- ing a decided decrease from former years, when 39 samples were found. Germination averaged 62 per cent. Alfalfa. — While 107 out of 359 sam- ples contained dodder, none were found either adulterated or mis- branded. Red Clover. — Of 630 samples ob- tained 54 contained dodder, less than 9 per cent as against 50 per cent last year. None were misbranded. Orchard Grass — Of the 379 samples 55 were found to be adulterated with seed of meadow fescue or rye-grass or both, practically the same percent- age as in 1908. The names of 49 seedsmen and dealers are published in this circular. Stock of Potatoes January i. i9io. Replies to inquiries made by the bureau of statistics of the Department of Agriculture among potato growers and dealers in the principal potato- growing sections of the United States indicate that on January 1, 1910, about 41.2 per cent Of the crop raised for market in 1909 remained in the hands of growers and 9.6 per cent in the hands of interior dealers, as compared with 32,5 per cent of the crop raised for market in 1908 in the hands of growers and 11,3 per cent in hands of interior dealers on January 1, 1909, The total potato crop of 1909 was esti- mated as 376,537,000 bushels, and the 1908 crop 278.985,000. NOTICE. I have disposed of a part interest in my seed growing business to Mr. L. W. Wheeler anil we have incorporated a new firm under the title oif Pieters- Wheeler Seed Company, Hollister, Cal.; A. J. Pieters, President; L. W. Wheeler, Secretary, The new firm will continue to follow my policy of .growing first-class stocks and I hope my former customers will favor the new concern with their business. A. J. PIETERS. igio. The American Florist. 337 VAN ZANTEN BROTHERS Royal Netherland Bulb Nurseries and Export Trade. HILLEGOM, HOLLAND, Wholesale growers of the leading sortsof Hyacinths, Tulips, Narcissus, Crocus, Spireas, Gladiolus, Peonies, etc., etc. Write our traveler. MR. G. HYLKEMA, care of Messrs. Maltus & Ware, 14 stone St., New York, for Catalogue aod Special prices of all HOLLAND BULBS AND PLANTS Mention the American Florist when writing A BARGAIN Gladiolus "1900" Brilliant, rich red color dark green foliagfe. Fine for massing on the lawn or in the park . - Healthy Bulbs $1.00 per 100; $8.00 per 1000. THOMAS J. OBERLIN, SINKING SPRING, PA. Mention the American Florist when writino S. D. WOODRUFF & SONS, SEED GROOVERS Dealers in Garden, Field and Flower Seeds. Specialties: Beet. Carrot. Corn. Peas. Beans. Onion Sets and Seed Potatoes. Catalogue free. Contracts taken. 82-84 Dey Street, Orange, Conn. NEW YORK. Mention the American Florist when writinQ' GET QUOTATIONS FROM LSNDRETH SEEDS which SUCCEED Bh,o..daie Bristol, Pa. Mention the American Florist when writing Pape & Bergmann, Quedllnburg, Germany. Elite Seeds of Flowers and Vegetables. Specialties: Stock. Pansies. Cyclamen, etc.. Cactus Dahlias. Bulbs. General Catalogue Free Mention the American Florist when ivritinQ STOCK SEED Fisk's Branching in all colors. Trade packet. 4nc.. OZ.S4.00. Pure White, tr. packet. SOc. 07. *5,00. Also Beauty of Nice strains. B. E. FISKE SEED CO., Boston, Mass. Best that grow. We sell di rect to k'ardeners and Horists at wiiolesale. Bie beautiful catalogue free. Write today. ARCHIAS' SEED STO RE. Box 50 Sedalla, Mo. Dunkirk. N. Y.— Owin^ to the S. S. Philadelphia running aground when entering Boston harbor, quite a con- siderable portion of the cargo of seeds, consigned to the Lake Shore Seed Co.. had to be thrown overboard to float her. SEEDS WILDPRET BROTHERS Largest Growers ^j^and Exporters of fcMUDA.ON10NSEEE HIGHEST GERMINATION White and Red Bermuda. EARLY DELIVERY Crystal Wax and Golden Onion. Let Us Book Vour Or3er At Once So As To Obtain Full Delivery. Prices on Application. We Supply Seedsmen Only. Port Orotava, Teneriffe, Canary Islands. Fine Aster Seed Catalogue Now Ready. VICK & HILL CO., Box 613, Rochester, N. Y. BSTABLISRED IN 1824. Bridgeman's Seed Warehonse RICKARDS BROS., Props., 37 East 19th St., XTa,., ir^-i, bet Bwadway and 4th Aye.. NCW lOTK Telepfaoce 4235 Gramercy. -FOR- SEEDS OF ALL KINDS APPLY TO W. W. JOHNSON i. SON, Limited, Boston, Enslcuid. CLEARING SALE Perennial Rye Grass (Lolium Perenne). crop 1909. The heayiest seed ever imported, weighing 26 lbs. per bushel. Samples on request.; lb.. 6c; 100 lbs., $5.50. f.o.b. New Orleans. THE AVENUE FLORAL CO., 3442 St. Charles Ave.. NEW ORLEANS, LA. JOHN BODGER & SONS CO. Gardena, Calif. Wholesale Growers of Sweet Peas, Tomatoes, Lima Beans, Lettuce, A.sters, Cosmos and other Flower Seeds. Waldo Rohnert GILROy, CAL. Wholesale Seed Grower Specialties: Lettuce, Onion, Sweet Peas, Aster, Cosmos, Mignonette, Verbena, in variety. Correspondence solicited. S. J». IsbeU & Co., Jackson, Mich. CONTRACT SEED GROWLERS,' Bean, Cucumber, Tomato, Pea, Muskmelon, Squash, Watermelon, Radish, Sweet Com. Correspondence solicited. c AULIFLOWER s^ A B B A G E LILY OF THE VALLEY PIPS HJALMAR HARTMANN & CO. Logangstraede 20, COPENHAGEN, DENMARK Send Advts. Early for Best Service. 338 The American Florist. Mar. 12, \ \ Market Gardeners { <^= Oreenhonse Vegetable Growers and Market Gardeners' Association. C.W. Waid. NewCarlisle. Pa., President; Franklio DeKleine, Grand Rapids. Mich.. Vice-President: S. W. Severance. 508 Illi- nois Life Building. Louisville. Ky., Secre- tary: M. L. Ruetenik, Cleveland, O., Treas. Notes on Seed Testing. As a rule American market garden- ers pay very little attention to seed testing, depending mostly upon the seeds they buy as being strong and fresh. However very often consider- able quantities of seed are carried over from one season to another and these are of more value than any new supplies, because we have proven them by actual cropping on our land and under our conditions. Hence it is very important to Know the germi- nating qualities of such stock to avoid losses or delays. There are several methods of seed testing in common use — placing seeds between layers of moist cloth, sowing in sand and sowing into ground. Each lias its proper place and time. How- ever, unless a test is carefully carried out it is worthless. Thus the opera- tor must know the degree of heat and amount of moisture most suitable. The same treatment will not do for all. We must try to .iret as near as possi- ble at natural conditions. Thus such seeds as are sown early and expected to come up under low temperatures and excessive moisture must be tested along such lines; while heat loving subjects need warm places. Then we must consider the season. Some seeds are very difficult to sprout in winter and the nearer we approach their natural sprouting season, the better the test, while others again refuse to sprout in great heat, such as the summer months. Thus we see a test made out of season may prove entirely worthless or worse than that very misleading. During the winter months the sand test is the best, as seeds sprout more readily in clean sand than in moist earth, and the sand gives enough root action to allow us to judge of the strength of the young plants, which the moist cloth test does not permit. The depth at which seeds should be tested must be decided upon accord- mg to season. Thus in the dark win- ter months very little covering is per- missible while later on more cover- ing is needed to allow for higher tem- peratures and rapid evaporation. Dif- > ferent varieties often vary greatly; thus Grand Rapids lettuce will per- mit of very little covering only, or none at all, while some head lettuces will push through an incn of heavy clay. A person interested in seed testing should therefore study the nature of the subject to be treated, as regards time, medium used, tempera- ture, moisture, depth and length of duration required to germinate the different seeds. Marketman. Canandaigua, N. Y. — A. C. Cappon will erect, this spring, a truss house, 50x90 feet, for carnations. jHeyrs Concentrated Nitrogen Producer S* Prepari'd under tlio direct supervision of Dr. Meade Ferjiuson, ^ Baciuriologist of ihe Governiiient of Virginia. 9 I For Seed and Soil Inoculation * Do you want your garden, field peas, other legumrs to be ready thre"- weeks earlier than other peoples', being at tlie same time three times sweeter and more nourishing, send 50c for a bottle of "HhvI's loncentrated Nitrogen Producer" made according to Dr. Meadr Ferguson. Chief Bacteriolonist. State of Virginia. Sole makers standard Nitrogen Co.. Singer Hidg., New York. Book on Seed and Soil Inoculation free. SPLENDID RESULTS Works with COMPOSITE any legume. WRITE FOR BOOKLET. AGENTS WANTED. PRICES within reach of everyone. 50c 8Qc $2.00 Sufficient to Inoculate 1 bushel Seed. Sufficient to Inoculate 2 bushels Seed. 1 acre size. Plain Stopper Guaranteed 6 mo. Improved Stopper Guaranteed 2 vrs. Manufactured Solely By STANDARD NITROGEN CO.. Singer BIdg.. Nsw York. TO SEEDSMEN BUY YOUR Bermuda Onion Seeds Direct from the grcwer who knows how to handle the plow and to cultivate his crop. Varela's Own Grown Seeds ^' '=^ ^'^" YOU CAN GET. Please Send Your Contract at Once to FEDERICO C. VARELA, Teneriffe, Canary Islands. VEGETABLE PLANTS. Cabbage, Wakefield and Successsion. SI. 50 ptr lUUO. Parsley, 2Sc per 100: $1 25 per 1000. Lettuce, Big BottoD. BnstoD Market Grand Rap- ids, $1.00 per 1000. Beet plants. $1.25 per 1000. Cash with order. WUte Marsh Md. R.VINGENT, Jr. &SONSGO., Prices of Indoor Fruits and Vegetables. New York, March 5. — Mushrooms, 25 cents to 40 cents per pound; cu- cumbers, 75 cents to $2 per aozen; to- matoes, 25 cents per pound; radishes, 3 cents per bunch; asparagus, green. $5.50 per dozen bunches; white, $8 per dozen bunches; grapes, Gros Col- man, 75 cents per pound; peaches, $2 per dozen; Mint, 75 cents per dozen bunches; beet tops, 65 cents per bushel. Chicago, March 9. — Mushrooms, 25 ceijts to 60 cents per pouna; cucum- bers, $1.25 to $1.50 per dozen; leaf let- tuce, 40 cents per box; head lettuce. Contracts to grow all kinds of Vegetable Plants, transplanted or not. Also Gera- niums Coleus. Cannas, Salvias. Verbenas, Pansios. etc.. lor spring delivery. Al stock only. Correspondence solicited. Alnn7n I Rrvan Wholesale Florist, fllUII^U J. Diydll, Washington. New Jersey. Watch tor our Trade Mark stamped on every brick of Lambert's Pure Culture Mushroom Spawn Substitution of cheaper grades is thus easily exposed. Fresh sample brick, with illustrated book, mailed postpaid by manufacturers upon re- ceipt of 40 cents in postage. Address Trade Mirk. American Spawn Co., St.Paal,Mlnn Florida, $3.50 per hamper. Louisiana, $5 and $7 per barrel; tomatoes, 20 cents per pound; radishes, 50 cents per dozen; asparagus, 25 cents to 40 cents per bunch; grapes. Gros Col- man, 75 cents per pound; rhubarb, 60 cents. igio. The American Florist. 339 NORA UNWIN SWEET PEA. FloraNorton. A very bright b'ue quite different from Vi other blues, being a brighter blue and clearer color $0, Flora Frazer. An improved Blanche Ferry, with longer stems, truet^tvoe Frank Dolby. Largest and best pale lavender Kitig Edward VI(. The best of the daik red Ladv Grisel Hamilton. The best of all lavender sorts Lord Nelson. Improvement on navy bluectlor. rich navy blue. Lovely, --hell pink, extra fine Mont B'anc. An early Hnwori'^e white, for forcing Mrs. GeoigeHigginson, Jr. Clear azure blue Vaughan's Sweet Peas SPENCER AND UNWIN Apple Blossom (Spencer). Pumrose, with rose standard Asta ohn (Spencer). The best lavender in th' Spenc-r selections $0, BlancheFerry (Spencer). Pink and white Soencer rvue Countess Spencer (Variety). Bright clear pink Dainty (Spencer). White with ve-y light pink cdtfe ■•*• Florence Morse (Spencer). Delicate liUish with pink margin George Herbert iSptncer). Bright rose carmine Gladys Unwin. One of the finest pinks in e.xi'-tence .... King Edward VII (Spencer). Deep lich carni'ne scarlet Mrs. Alfred Watkins. Sui,erb pale pink. Mrs. Sankey (Spencer). A black seeded pure white. Mrs. Walter Wright (Spencer). Rose purple Nora Unwin. The best white Paradise. A dark shade of pink Primrose Spencer) .. .. Princess Alice (Spencer). Light rosy mauve Princess Victoria. White blush and pink edged Spencer Ruby (Spencer). Scarlet Spencer Sutton's Queen. Piimrose edged in margin with buff White (Spencer). Flowers absolutely pure whltt.' TYPES. wist ,? j^ t^, DR^ 1 V im \^^ ■V If "-'^ as »««iiiBai **>c 1 Headquarters for Prepare for Easter. From Whom Will We Purchase Our Easter Supplies? An Immense Stock of Choice Easter Plants Now Ready for Immediate Shipment. Blooming Easter Week or Before if Desired. A170IAQ TTlHir*£) Don't be blutied. Be AZaiea inaica. careful, consider what you buy. and from whom you buy. Wi- are the people in Azaleas. Have the real thing. Why? We make a specialty of importing Azaltap. Have sufficient capital to buy for cash in Belgium. Therefore we get the Cream of Belgium produc- tion. Full of buds and foliage, a picture of health, AZALEA INDICA We are headquarters tor these plants lor the past twenty-five years We make a specialty of importing large quantities of this so well known favorite Easier novelty. Grown for us in Ghent. Belgium by an Azalea specialist. Have nowthree houses full of the choicest. Only well known American varieties are imported. They are planted in thi- fall, as soon as they arrive from Belgium, into 6. 7 and S in. pots placed in greenhouses and kept cool during winter. They are now in excellent condition, covered with buds, just rifiht for Easter. ^^° Please bear in mmd facts 'mostly uoknown to some Azalea growers) that fully 30 to 40 per cent of the newly imported Azaleas in dormant state will lose their buds and foliage during the long t ansportation of the sea voyage and during winter up to Feb. 1 and have to be kept over for another year. J^~ We only ship good stock and full of buds and flowers, and therefore you can't expect Azaleas at this time to be as big and as cheap as if you would buy them in dormant state in the fall. ^^ What is the name of the best double pink Azalea? Mme. Van der Cruyssen is the name. Originated by the well known Azalea specialist Mr. Van der Cruyssen of Belgium. Milhons are raised every year aod shipped into every part of the globe from Bi-lgium We have a big stock on hand of this well known variety Every plant is as round as an apple, covered with buds, just right for Easter. Have all sizes. 75c. $1.00, 41.25. $1.50. $1.75 to $2 00 each. In large sizes we have the following varieties, full of buds: Bernard Andreas Alba, pure white; Niobe. double white: Helena Tbielmann. pur light pink, very fine: Sou v. Memorie de Van Houtte. very large flowers, double pink; Empress des Indies, large flowering, double variegated; Dr. Moore, double pink; Mme. Van der Cruyssen. bestof allthepink: Apollo, red; DeSchryveriana. double, large, variegated. Price. $1.50. $2.00. $2,50 to .*3.00. In smaller sizes we have the following varieties. full of buds: Mme. Van der Cruyssen pink: Deutsche Perle, pure double white; Vervaeneana. double variegated, one of the old standard varie- ties; Apollo, red; Simon Mardner, double pink; De Schryveriana, large double variegated; Em- press des Indies, double varirgated; Niobe. double white. Price, 60c, 75c. S1.00.?1.25to$l.50 Professor Wolters a well 1< nown variegated bright variety, at $1 O0.$1.25to$l,50. When we are out of one color we send the next similar color; also if we are out of the size ordered, we send the next size, either above or below the price mentioned. Moonvines (Ipomsea Multiflora) best white Moonvine. for which we have a world-wide reputa- tion now fiady 2^8 in. pots. J5.00 per 100. Begonia New Improved Erfordi, 5-in., S2.00 per doz.: Begonia Flambeau, 5-in.. $2.00 per doz. Spirea Gladstone. This variety, owing to the dry summer in Holland last year, is very scarce this Easter but we were fortunate enough to secure sufficient to fill our upual house, and the plants are now in fine condition, full of buds, just right for Easter. 6-7 in. pots. 75c to $1.00 each. Primula Obconica, 5 in. pots. $2,00 to $2.50 per doz. Double DaffodilS.VonSion best yellow. 3 double nosed bulbs in a 6 in. pot. $2.50 per doz. pots. Tulips, Mu'illo (double pink) 3 bulbs olanted in a 4 in. pot..*2.00per doz. pots. Toumesol Tulips (double variegated), 3 bulbs in a 4 m pot. -SI 50 per doz. pots: ready in bloom for Easter. Hydrangea Otaksa. already forced into buds. just right for Easter. 6-7 in. pots. 35c, 50c. 75c. $1.00 to ^1.50 each. Kentla Forsteriana, 6-7 in. pots, 35 40-50 in. high, perfect leaves. $1.25 $1 50 $2.50 to $3.00: 4 in.. 20c. Kentla Belmoreana. 6-in . large stock. $1.25 to $1.50: 4-in. 20c to 25c: 3-in.. 10c. Ficus Elastica (Rubber), 5H to 6 in. pots 25c to 30c. Areca Lutescens, 5in. pots, three plants in a pot. 35c. Whitman! Ferns. 7 in., 75c to $1.00. Neph. Amerpohli, 5^. 5H to 6in. pots, 30c, 40c and SOc: 6 in,, 60c to 75c. Cocos Weddeliana. 3 in., ISc Ferns for Dishes. $3.00 per 100. If you would liuow the fairest sight your eyes can " ever see, Where the most perfect plants are grown, to Aschmann's come with me. Why! Xe'er since flowers began to bloom was such a, glorious show Of all the best that flprists need found in one place to grow. The lilies are the yery best yet seen on Easter day. Azaleas are whole sheets "of flowers, perfect in every way. The Araucarias matchless are, so are the ferns, all green, With bulbs, and plumed Spira?a. the best you've ever seen. And Aschmaun gives a challenge, let every florist hear. For flowers or prices, either, no rival does he fear. If you wish to gather dollars, like violets in the " spring. Then send your largest order, his plants the cash will bring. Easter Lilies. Have Lilies to Burn in good shape. Lilium Multiflorum, the genuine Japanese Easter Lily, directly imported by us. We have a frieod in Japan who looks after our interests there. He picks out for us only the good, healthy ones, and marks them while they are growing, the 10-in. bulbs and therefore he ships us the cream of the plants of Japan. We have Lilies this year to burn: can supply, if nothing happ^s. every customer and otherswho want Lilies. ^^ y to 10 in. bulbs of Lilies were difficult to get from Japan last fall, but we were one of the fortunate ones to receive all the 9-10 in. Lilies (5.000) ordered last spring, 1909. from our grower in Japan. If you see them growing in our greenhouses, you must all admit they are ■'cracker-jacks"; wesell them cheap, too. Where other florists get 15c per bud. we only charge you 10c per bud for plants in 6 In. pots. having 5, 8. 10 and more buds to the plant. Plants under 5 buds, 12c per bud. 6 m pots. When ordering lilies a reasonable amount of other plants should be taken. We do not solicit orders for lilies alone. Hyacinths, 4 best colors. King of the Bluei. Grand Maitre (light blue) La Grandesse (best white), Gertrude (best pink), 4 in. pots, .$12.00 per 100. Asparagus Plnmosus Nanus, 3-in. .$5.00 per 100 2Hin .3c; 4-in.. 10c. Asparagus Sprengeri,3-in., large plants 7c: 4-in.. 10c. Cineraria Hyb. Grandiflora, H.F. Michell's new improved strain Our plants of this strain are twice the size of thosf of other years, with perfect. large, green foliage. Some of the plants are almost as large as a bushel basket. 6-in. pots, 25c, 35c. 50c. 75c to $1.00 each. Have an Immense Stock of Easter Plants. ^P^ This is our catalogue. Please state if in or out of pots. VS All goods must travel at purchaser's risk only. Cash with order, please. No references will be investigated. GODFREY ASCHMANN, 1012 W. Ontario Importer, Wholesale Grower and Shipper of Pot Plants. St., Philadelphia, Pa. igio. The American Florist. 345 PALMS Extra Good Values in Palms For Easter.-. Stock in Perfect Condition. KENTIA BELMOREANA. 6-in. pots, 6 leaves, 20-24 in. high $1 00 7-in. pots, 6 to 7 leaves, 24-26 in. high 1 60 7-in. pots, 6 to 7 leaves, 26-28 in. high 2 00 8-in. pots, 6 to 7 leaves, 32-34 in. high 2 50 8-in. pots, 6 to 7 leaves, 34-38 in. high 3 50 KENTIA FORSTERIANA. 6-in. pots, 6 leaves, 34-36 in. high $1 60 7-iu. pots, 6 to 7 leaves, 36-40 in. high 2 50 8-in. pots, 6 to 7 leaves, 40-44 in. high 3 50 8-in. pots, 6 to 7 leaves, 44-48 in. high 4 60 10-in. pots, 6 to 7 leaves, 5' _. ft. high 8 00 Made-up Kentia Forsteriana. strong, bushy plants, 3 plants to a tub. 7-in. tubs, 40-44 in. high $4 00 8-in. tubs, 44-48 in. high 5 00 10-in. tubs, 44-48 in, high (heavy) 6 00 10-in. tubs, 48-52 in. high (heavy) 7 00 10 in. tubs, 50-54 in. high (heavy) 8 00 PHOENIX ROEBELENII. 5-in. pot plants, nicely characterized $1 00 each; $10 00 per dozen THE STORRS & HARRISON CO., Paincsvillc, 0. Solanum Wendlandi In Small Pots. As long- ago as 1S82 Solanum Wend- landi first reached this country (Eng- land) according to Gardening Illus- trated, a plant having been sent by Director Wendland of the famous Botanic gardens at Herrenhausen to Kew, where it soon attracted atten- tion by reason of the great beauty of its inflorescense. It was first treated as a stove climber, and in the tropical water lily house, and afterwards in the warmer portion of the succulent house it formed a magnificent sum- mer feature. Then it was tried with success in the Mexican portion of the temperate house, and in the green- house No. 4, where It has this season been remarkably fine. This solanum was sent to Kew with the information that it came from the colder regions of Costa Rica, where it climbs upon trees. Such being the case, it is no surprise to learn that it will thrive in a greenhouse — indeed, it has proved to be hardy, or nearly so, in some parts of the favored south- west, and has also flowered outdoors during the summer in other places. As usually grown, it has proved to be so vigorous a climber that a large struc- ture is necessary to its well doing, but within the last few years dwarf-flow- ering examples have been shown at the different summer exhibitions. A particularly fine exhibit was that put up by W. J. Godfrey, of Exmouth, at the last Holland Park show. In order to obtain these dwarf flow- ering plants, cuttings should, towards the end of the summer, be formed of the points of the stout, well-ripened shoots such as would under normal conditions flower well next year. Al- though these small-flowering plants of Solanum "Wendlandi are very beau- Mrs. C. W. Ward Mrs. C. W. Ward is a perfectly formed flower, with full center; color, deep pink, several shades lighter than Lawson, deeper than Winsor; having strong, erect stems 24 to .S6 inches in length. A vigorous, healthy grower, and has never shown disease of any kind. Price, Rooted Cuttings:— $2.00 per 12; $12.00 per 100; $1(10.00 per 1000; 25 at the 100 rate; 250 at the 1000 rate. Plants from 2-lnch pots, $15.00 per 100. ALMA WARD ALL SOLD. Cottage Gardens Co., Inc. QUEENS, LONG ISLAND, N. Y. tiful and extremely useful for group- ing, one must not overlook the great decorative value of this plant for large and lofty structures. Other members of the solanum family that are most desirable as climbers are Solanum jasminoides, S. Seaforthianum, and S. pensile, with the rambling-growing S. crispum, which forms such an attrac- tive wall plant in some of the warmer parts of the country. New Oelea^'s, La. — Harry Pap- worth was at Pensacola, Fla.. March 4, where they catch those 300-pound croupers. Harry is probably fixing up something for the Rochester conven- tion. Have All Kinds. Shopwalker (at the "anything from a needle to an anchor" sort of estab- lishment) — "What can I do for you, madam?" Lady — "I want to see some Brus- sels " Shopwalker (energetically) — "Yes. madam, carpets or sprouts?" Studies in Still Life. "I want a few colored illustrations of beets and tomatoes." "Life size?" inquired the artist. "Catalogue size," replied the seeds- man, with a significant smile. — Louis- ville Courier-Journal. 346 The American Florist. Mar. 12, Rooted Carnation Cuttings For Immediate Delivery. ENCHANTRESS, PERFECTION, BEACON, $3,00 per 100; $25.00 per 1000. ROSE PINK and WHITE ENCHANTRESS, WINSOR, $2.50 per 100; $20.00 per 1000. We can fill orders from 1000 to 100,000 and guarantee the stock. J. D. THOMPSON CARNATION CO., I JOLIET, ILL. J FUCHSIAS There are none better than Little Beauty Lord Bjrron, Renan and Wblte Beauty, strong 2Vi inch plants ready $4 .00 per II* New Heliotrope. Miss Baraice a sport of Mme. Bruant and a great im- provementonthe latter 2H inch $8.00 per 100. Katalosr for the Asking. SKIDELSKY & IRWIN CO., 1215 Bet2 Bldg., PHILADELPHIA. PA. PRIMULA OBCONICA. In full bloom, $12 to $50 per 100. 'Mum cuttings 75 varieties $15 per 1600 .^Iso Smilax and Geraniums. For further particulars please write. EHMANN'S. The Place for Quality. WILLIAM J. EHMANN, Jr., CORFU, N. Y. Cleveland. TKADE PICKING UP. Business has picked up since the be- ginning of the month, we having had some very springlike weather for near- ly a week. Carnations, although lower in price, have cleaned up the last few days for the first time since the glut commenced. Everybody is looking forward to the Easter busi- ness and already inquiries regarding stock for this day are coming in. The outlook for Easter lilies does not seem any too promising; of other flowers we hope there will be enough for all demands. Callas are a drug on the market and cannot be sold at any price. All other stock seems to be in suflicient quantity to meet all de- mands and is of excellent quality. NOTES. Frank M. Smith of Smith & Fet- ters has returned from a two months' trip through New Mexico, Texas, Cali- fornia and the city of Mexico. He re- ports having had an excellent and very enjoyable lime and. to say the least, looks the part, for his health has greatly improved. He also reports liaving met more people engaged In the florist business than ever before on any of his trips. The Bertermann Bros. Co. of Indian- apolis, Ind., sent to Smith & Fetters a fine vase of the new yellow carna- tion James Whitcomb Riley, and this has been on exhibition in their show window for the past few days, where Jt has (-aused a great deal of comment among the flower buying public and growers who have chanced to see it. The Newburgh florists who lost their savings in the bank failure re- cently have not heard as yet how they will come out. Most of them have a good crop of cut flowers and plants coming in for the Easter trade which will help them some. The Higbee Co. will open Its new stove en Euclid avenue March 14 and, as usual, a quantity of cut flowers. Mary Tol man Deep flesh that does not fade in the strongest light; clean grower; rigid stem; perfectly formed flowers; good producer. Cuttings ready now, $12.00 per 100; $100.00 per 1000. Guaranteed in every way. CHICAGO CARNATION CO., Joliet, 111. A. E. HUNT fi CO., Evanston, 111. HUNT BROS., Park Ridge, 111. CONQUEST Light pink overlaid with deep rose. The most valuable and attractive carnation on the market. Very free; long stiff stems; large well built flowers. It pays to grow this variety. Winner of First prize wherever shown. Rooted Ci'.ttings Guaranteed Ready now, $12.00 per 100; $100.00 per 1000. Chicago Carnation Co., A. T PYFER. Joliet, III. Brilliant Glistening Pink. Sangamo Winner Wherever Shown. The most prolific and fastest growing carnation of any; very clean, upright grower, long stiff stems; never splits; flowers nicely fringed and well rounded out. It is not too late to get cuttings of Sangamo, the most prolific carnation grown. Our best plants we propagated in March last year. Prompt delivery; Cuttings guaranteed. $12.00 per 100; $100.00 per 1000. A. C. BROWN, CHICAGO CARNATION CO. Springfield, 111. Joliet. 111. IIIANITA /"Wah nOO ta^ ."V srrand scarlet Carnation, with about a SV^-inch flower, wel JU/M-^II/^, ^_YYdll-|IBB-ld; built up with a two loot stem. Its Strong Points Are: Abundance of larije, higrii grade flowers at all times; stem very stiff with stood habit in every way. keeping qualities are wonderful: burst blooms are rare. We have grown it (> years and will still grow a** many as we have now. We have never over propagated it. so its vitality is not impaired. Cuttings will be taken from flower stems which are the best. The color is so bright and rich it takes with evfry one. Wl- have a very large stock. Price: Rooted cuttings .$8.00 per 100: $60.00 per lOfJO. Special price in large lots. Unrooted stock half price. A discount of 556 for cash. THE FILLOW FLOWER COMPANY, Westport, Conn. Cannas King lluml.^ert. Alphonse Bouvier. Chas. Henderson. Mile, Berat. Ex. Crampbell, Florence Vaughan. Mad.Crozy, Souv. de Antoine Cro/y. Write for special prices, statioor quantity wanted. FRESH TOBACCO STEMS. Bale of 300 lbs., $1.75: ton $9.00, W. C. BECKERT, Seedsman, 103 Federal St., N.S., PITTSBURG, PA. plants and designs of all kinds will go to make up the decorations. J. A. Smith, 8025 Wade Park ave- nue, reports a good run of business; he has had his share of work at the openings this season. C. B. Wilhelmy, 3610 West Twenty- fifth street, has been busy with south- ••• Ferns for Dishes Assorted varieties. 2!^-in. pots, $3.50 per 100; $30.00 per 1000. Cash with order. FRANK OECHSUN 4911 Quincy St. CHICAGO. Rooted Cuttings Verbenas, choice varieties. 70c per 100,S6 Ou per 1000 Per 101 Hellotropea.Sl.OO Daisies, white and yellow .1 TO Coleus 70 Express paid S. D. BRANT, 1000 ' Per 100 1000 $8.00 Petunias.... $1.25 $10.00 Salvias 1.00 8.00 Alyssum.dbl. .80 6.00 Ageratums.. .60 5.00 Cash with orders. Clay Center, Kans. crn smilax decorations in the down- town stores. Knoble Bros, held a carnation sale Saturday and Sunday the past week. Carnations, 30 cents per dozen. C. B. igio. The American Florist. 347 Verbenas foi Everybody Of *" -ari ^ties th ever yrew 70c perl ; $6.00 per 1000. Mums, tbe good kind. $1.25 per 100; $10.00 per 1000. Daisies, white and yellow, $1.00 per 100; $8.00 per lOOO. Our bid double Giant Alyssmn, 80c per 100 $7.(10 per 1000. reverlew,$1.25 per lOP; SlU.OOper 1000. We prepay express charges on all rooted cuttings and guar- antee satisfaction. Enchantress Carnations, R. C, very strong, .$2.25 per 100: *20.00 per ICOO. C. HUMFELD, The Rooted Gutiing Specialist, CLAY CENTER. KANS. DBLE. PETUNIA 2-in.$2 00 per 100 Smilaz,2-in.,S1.25 per 100. AbotUons^ 3 kinds, 2-inch. 2hc. Cuphea, 2-in.. IHc Poinsettias, stock plants. 5c. Geraniums, Double Grant. Caslel- laine. Buchncr Gen. Grant 2-in.. 2c. Coleus, 10 kinds, Ageratnm, 3 kinds. $1.50 per 100. Swain- soniaalba, 2 in. 2c; Snapdragon, white and scar- let, 2 in. 2c. PRIMULA FrlanlaObCOnica, 2-in., 2c: 4 in., in bud and bloom. 8c. Rooted Cuttings, prepaid per 100. Heliotrope, $1.00: Fnctisia, 8 kinds. Jl.OO; Paris Daisy, vcllow. white. $1.00: Cupliea, 7.Sc. Vinca Varlcgata, 90c: Coleus, 10 kinds 60c: Altemanthera, 3 kinds. SOc; Ageratnm. 3 kinds 60c: Swalnsona alba, $1.00: Dbl. Fetunlas, 10 kinds. $1.00. Cash with order. BYER BROS., Ghambersburg, Pa. Chrysanthemums. I All orders booked now for Early Delivery. I Write for Catalogue. ELMER D. SMITH & CO. i ADRIAN, MICH. | Mention the Avier'can Florist when writing We have chaDg-ed our domicile from Secau- cus, N. J., to Mamaroneck, N. Y. We are larsrest collectors and importers of Orchids and arenow bookins: orders for all the com mercial Cattleyas for delivery next spring CARRILLO & BALDWIN, Mamaroneck, N. Y. BAY TREES. aiandardi. Pyramids and Colnmn*. ORCHIDS MRICT FROM THE WOODS Cattleya Trianae, C Gl^as and other commercial varietiea. JMUUS ROEHRS CO., Rutherfenl, K. J. Orchids S^ Arrived In flne condition: Cattleya War nerii, C. Harrisoniae. C. Gaskelliana and C Gii^as (Hardyana type); also Dendrobium Phalaenopsis Schroederianum and Odonto- BlosBum luteo-purpurcum, Utier fi HurreU, Summit, N. J. n m m m n n n m m m n n n m m m n n n m m m n n mMmmms F. O. B. New York or Chicago. For Immediate Delivery. Some varieties are getting low and sold out. avoid disappointment. Order now and We are the largest handlers of Cannas in the world. Our prices upon Cannas will bear comparison with any house in the Canna business. Stock unequalled. BED-PXOWERING CANNAS. Loaisiana, 7 ft A. Boavier, 6 ft Beaute PoifeTine, 3% ft.. Black Prince, 3 to 4 ft. . . Chas. Henderson, 4 ft J. D Eisele, 5 ft Exp. Crampbell, 5% ft... Pres. McKinley, 2% to 3 ft. 100. J1.75 1.50 2.00 2.25 1.75 1.75 1.60 1.50 1000. $15.00 14.00 17.50 20.00 15.00 15.00 14.00 14.00 BED, GOI/D-EDGED AND SHADES. SPOTTED Gladiator, 4 ft 2.75 Indiana, 3 to 4 ft..^ 1.75 Queen Charlotte. 3% ft... 2.25 Mad. Crozy. 5% ft 2.25 S de A. Crozy, 4 to 5 ft.. 2.75 PINK SHADES. I-ouise, 5 ft. Mile. Herat, 2.00 4^4 ft 1.75 25.00 15.00 20.00 20.00 25.00 17.60 15.00 YELLOW SHADES. 100 1000 Florence Vanghan, 5 ft 2.50 20.00 L.E.Bailey. 4% ft 2.75 25.00 Ricbard Wallace, 4% ft.. 2.75 26.00 WflJTE AND CREAM SHADES. Alsace. 3 V4 ft 1.75 15.00 BRONZE-LEAVED FLOWERING CANNAS. Brandywine, 4 to 5 ft 2.00 17.60 Black Beauty, 5 ft 2.75 25.00 Esandale. 4 ft 1.50 14.00 King Humbert, 4 ft 3.25 30.00 Shenandoah. 6 ft 1.75 15.00 ORCHID-FLOWERING CANNAS. Allemannia. 4 to 6 ft 1.75 Austria, 5 ft 1.26 Italia, 4% ft 1.75 Kronus, 5 ft 1.75 Mrs. Kate Gray, 6 ft 1.75 Pennsylvania, 5 ft. Wyoming, 7 ft . 1.75 2.75 16.00 12.00 16.00 16.00 15.00 16.00 25.00 STUDY THIS.— Our Cannes :ire true to nume— 2 and 3 sometimes 4 eyes— are sound flormanr. and are jjacked 2.50 in a box : two can be "cleated' together and shippe as one One box ot 350 sold at 1000 rate; it is cheaper for you to buy a box than 200 at KK) rate. Write for special prices on large lots M m n n n m m M n n n m m m n n n m m m n n m m g i»Fro^r^Sas WINTERSON'S SEED STORE, g j^ 45-47-49 Wabash Ave., Chicago, 111. ^ S Arthur T. Boddington, 5 Seedsman, 5 342 West 14th Street. NEW YORK. J MMMrtnnMMMnnnMMMnnnMMMnnnMMM To Arrive in Absolutely fresh stock Cattleyas, 15 varieties, 50,000 plants. Dendrobiums, 10 varieties, 5,000 plants. Miltonias.Laellas.Oncidiums.etc Commercial Varieties in quantitj'. Write Six Weeks. f. o. b. New York. Vandas, Phalaenopsis, 5 varieties. G. L FREEMAN GO. Successors to G. L(. Freeman, Fall River, Mass. ORCHID PEAT, (Osmunda Fibre) Finest quality, hand cleaned, free from sticks and dirt. In chunks or handpicked readv for use. .\lso Rotted and Azalea Peats, Leaf Mold, Live or Baled Sphagnum Moss. Prices and samples on application. C. W. BROWNELL & CO., WALDEN, N. Y. List alTo Roses Bumper crops for spring delivery. f LORAL COMPANY^ ^PRINCriELDOHIO-J SHAMROCKS We have 25 fOI True Irish Shamrocks for your St. Patrick's Day trade in toy lin.potsat $4.00 per 100; , $35.00 per lOOO: l?4-in. pots at .¥4 00 per 100; .■mS.OO per lUOO; 4in pans at $12.50 per 100. Cash with order. Get in line now for some extra money on March 17th. LEONARD COUSINS, JR., Telephone connections. ConcordJunction: Mass 348 The American Florist, Mar. 12, Attention Buyers. If in need of any of the following stock we -will be pleased to quote Bargain prices: Small Kentla, Latania or Phoenix Palms, 4 and 6-inch Araucarlas, Boston, Piersoni, Elegantisslma, ScottU, Amer- pohli, Plumosus, Sprengeri, or Small Ferns for dishes. Also all kinds of Bedding Stock in small sizes. Give us a trial on 3-inch Chinese and Obconica primroses in bloom, Special, $4.00 per 100. D. U. AUGSPURGER & SONS CO., Box 394 PEORIA, ILL. ATEWGOODTRiP^ YOl WANT. Rex Begonia, 2'io. $5.00 per ipo. Asparagus Sprenga1,3-in. $5.00 per 100 Geraninms, Nutt. Doyle, Perkins, Grant. L> Favorite. R C..$1.25: 2in. pots. $2.00: 3in. $4.00 per 100: Viaud. Castellane, Poitevine Jaulin. Ricard, Buchner. R. C. $JJ0; 2-in pots. $2 50: 3-in,. $5.00 per 100; Mme. SaUeroi 2-iD., $3.00 per 100 Asparagus ntunosas, 2-in. $3.00 per 100: 3-ln. $5.00 per 100. Cut fronds 2Sc per bunch. Boston Ferns, Sin 25c each. WUtnunl Fems. 4-in. 25c eacn CTcas Palms, 4 to 5 leaves, $1.00. $1.50 and $2.00. Vlnca Var., 2 in. $2.00 per 100. Cash with order. No C. O. D. All shipments at risk of purchasers, after being delivered to the eipress companies properly packed in good order GEO. M. EMMANS, Newton, N. J. Boston. A QUIET WEEK. The week as a whole has been rath- er quiet and the markets overstocked in many lines. There was consider- able funeral work to help early in the week. Violets are coming in faster than they can be taken care of, but the favorable weather makes an outlet for the surplus throug-h the street fakirs. Roses are fairly plentiful with the ex- ception of the best quality; they are rather short. Medium and shorr grades are coming in freely. Beau- ties still remain scarce and prices hold up. Carnations are coming in rather strong and prices have broken a lit- tle. The several varieties of red seem to be especially plentiful and drag considerably. Valley is coming in strong with the demand off a little. Cattleyas and gardenia are plentiful enough to meet all demands. Yellow marguerites are coming a little more plentiful just now and of better qual- ity. This is the one flower that is never quite as free in the winter as the store men would like; it is always a good seller and splendid keeper. The plant trade holds up well and the market offers some very attractive specimens, including lilacs, rhododen- drons, acacias, genistas, heaths pri- mulas, etc. The wholesale houses re- port the out-of-town trade as good but the local business as being a little quiet. NOTES. Norris Comley has charge of the decorations at the automobile show now going on. Mr. Comley has been most successful in former years in this line of work and while the present show is perhaps the greatest ever held here from the auto standpoint, the decorative effects are correspondingly fine. The H. M. Robinson Co. is introduc- ing several novelties in the line of green goods for the retailers' use. A visit to Its stalls at the markets is quite instructive and one is surprised VAUGHAN'S LIST OF Dormant Stock Crimson Ramblers. Per do z. 2 years old. 2 to 3 feet, well branched, own roots $2.oil 2 years old. 2 to 3 feet, well branched, budded 2.00 3 years old, 3 to 5 feet, well branched, budded 3.00 4. inch pots, TaUSendSChOn. Per doz. Per 100 2-yr. old, dormant, grafted plants $3.50 $25.00 Lady Gay. 2-yr. old. dormant stock $3.00 $20.C0 White Baby Rambler. 3-inch $ .15 4-inch 25 $2.50 $20.00 Azalea Mollis ' Each Doz. 100 15 to 20 buds $0 50 $ 5 00 $40 00 40toS0buds 100 10 00 Per 100 $15.00 15.00 18.00 10.00 Baby Rambler. Dormant, field-grown. Per doz. 100 1st size, selected, budded. 3-years $2.50 $16.00 2Dd size, selected, grafted, 2-years 2.00 12.00 Pot-grown. 2Hinch $ .75 5.00 3-inch 1.25 800 4-inch 2.00 12.00 1000 $150.00 100.00 Lemoinei.7-in. Deutda Each 25 Doz. 2 50 too 20 00 All P/ants F. O. B. ■Western Springs, III. Vaughan's Seed Store, 84-86 Randolph St.. CHICAGO. 25 BarciaY St., NEW YORK, Greenlioases and Nurseries: Western Springs, 111, "SpSng Book for Florists." Ask for it. Carnations Readynow, Victory, $1.50: Lawson Enchantress, $2.00: Bassett, $3,50: and Fenn. at $1.00 per 100. Ready the latter part of April. W. Perfection, R. Pink and Enchantress, at $1.50 per ICO: Lawson and Winsor, at $1,25 per ICO. GERANIUMS Ready early in April. Nutt. at.tin.OO per lOOO; Poitevine and Ricard. at $12.50 per 1000. PLUMOSUS. Ready May 1st. at .¥25.00 per 1000. SPRENGERI. Ready now. Special size, readv for 4 in. pots, at $5.00 per 100: samples for ICc. ALBERT M. HERR, Lancaster, Pa. RIBBER PLANTS 5 and 6 inch pots, IS to 24 inches high, $3.00 per dozen. Strong Boston Ferns 4 Inch pots. $1.50 per dozen. W. W. COLES, Kokomo, Ind at the extensive variety of fine goo(3s to be had in the green line. James Wheeler, formerly gardener for Joseph White of Brookline, has purchased 30 acres of land fronting- on Worcester street, Natick. He will immediately build a range of houses for the growing of carnations and miscellaneous pot plants. There is a very lively interest among the retailers regarding the approach- ing St. Patrick's day. The demand for novelties is increasing every year and this year seems to run on artistic little green jardinieres and small baskets tilled with shamrock. A. Montgomery, the well known rose grower of Natick. is confined to his home as the result of a recent :ihock. His condition is quite serious but his many friends hope to see him up and around again before long. Estey Bros, are bringing in the first of their Roman anemones. This firm has made a specialty of anemones for several years, and has a good trade in them. Wm. Nicholson is starting In again with a crop of giant mignonette. This flower is being appreciated more every A New Fern NEPHROLEPIS GIATRASII Awarded a Certificate ot Merit by ttie Horticultural Society of New Yorlt. Prices: in 214-incli pots, $3.60 per dozen; $25.00 per 100; $200.00 per 1000. 25 plants at 100 rates; 500 plants at lOOO rates. Orders delivered in rotation as received. NOW Ready for delivery, GEORGE GIATRAS, 463 Summit Ave., West Hoboken,N. J. ile-'Wion the American Florist when 'vriting Pansies stocky little plants of our best strain, $2.C0 per lOuO: transplanted plants that will he in bloom for Easter , $i ,50 per lOO; :^12,50 per 1000. DAISIES (BeUis). $2 00 per la 0. CINERARIAS and PRIMULA Obconica. 4 in, pots. $5,0U per 100, J. C. SCHMIDT BRISTOL, PA. season and there Is a steady demaniJ for it. E. Borowsky of Roslindale has a splendid lot of Dorothy Perkins for the Easter trade. This varietv is the most popular seller of all the rambler roses. A. H. Fewkes of Newton is bringing in some fine dark red snapdragon. It is of unusual size and length of stem and sells on sight. Sidney Hoffman has opened a splen- didly equipped new store at 18 State street, in the heart of the business district. Thos. J. Welch of T. F. Galvin, Inc., is still confined to his home with a se-' vere cold. The greenhouses of Joseph White are to be torn down. R. igio. The American Florist. 349 Cacti and Mexican Resurrection Plants We gre in the heart of the cacitus country, and furnish the healtliiest open-srrowQ stock, over 100 varieties, to the foreign and domestic trade. 2S-page illustrated catalogue of Cacti free. Mexican Resurrection Plants. We are strictly beadQuarters for this plant and ship all over the world. ■Good-sized dormant plants, guaranteed to "resur- rect." 1000. 10.00: 5.0O0atS8.5O; 10.000 at *S 00. THE FRANCIS E. LESTER COMPANY, Dept. LS:. MessUa Park, N. M. R^'tedCaroatioo Cuttings Per 100 Per 1000 Enchantress $2 00 $18 00 Sarah Hill, while 4 OO 3S 00 Lawson Enchantress, pink 2 50 20 00 Lawson. pink 2 00 15 00 W. H. Taft, red 4 50 40 00 Beacon, red 3 00 25 00 Victory, red 2 SO 20 00 Lawson, variegated 2 50 20 00 Cash with order or C. O. D. SCHEIDEN & SCHOOS, 517 Asbury Ave.. Evanston. III. SPECIALTIES. Roses, from 3-in pots. Carnations for fall delivery. Chrysantliemtuns Smllax, Violets IN BEST VARIETIES. Prices low. Send for list. Wood Brothers, KlToS: WHITE SPORT OF Helen Frick Gtirysanthemum $2.00 and $3.00 per doz. Stock plants. ALVINA CARNATION.... $5.00 per 100; $45.00 per 1000: Delivery atonce. HENRY EIGHHOLZ, Waynesboro, Pa. ROOTED ROSE CUTTINGS. Pur 100 Per 1000 Am. Beauty $4.00 $36.00 Pink Killarney 2.50 20.00 Richmond 1.50 12.00 Brides 1.50 22.00 Satisfaction Guaranteed. Geo. Reinberg, 5 1 wabash Ave.. Chicago. Buffalo. STORE OPENINGS HELP. Weather conditions the past week have undergone a great change; from good sleighing on Monday it has thawed and we are now enjoying good spring weather with every wish that we may have the same for Easter which seems such a short time until we will be looking for more days to complete our work. The supply of flowers of all kinds is good. Bulb stock of all kinds is very plentiful, with roses and carnations also' in pro- fusion. Trade has not been rushing with the exception of the opening of a new dry goods store on Friday. That gave some of the retailers an oppor- tunity to get rid of surplus stock. Ine decorations were in charge of S. A Anderson, who had a large number of plants, also baskets and bunches; these, together with those furnished Dy other retailers, made the week end good. Saturday found another lot of bargains in violets and carnations. Advance orders for Easter are coming m which makes all feel hopeful. The election of officers, banouet and Bower show of the Florists' Club last -Luesday was very successful. A nice A Rose for Every Greenhouse GRAFTED ROSES White Killarney, My Maryland, Pink Killarney, Richmond. Rose pots $15 00 per 100 3'j-inchpots 18 00 per 100 Bride, Bridesmaid, Golden Gate, La France, Kaiserln. Rose pots $10 00 per 100 .31/2-inch pots 15 00 per 100 OWN ROOT ROSES White Killarney, My Maryland, Rich- mond, Pink Killarney, American Beauty. 3-inch pots $ 9 00 per 100 4-inch pots 12 00 per 100 Bride, Bridesmaid, Perle, Sunrise, Golden Gate, Chatenay, Kaiserln. 3-indi pots $ 7 00 per 100 4-inch pots 10 00 per 100 We will have large quantities of White Killarney and American Beauty Rose Plants of the best quality for spring delivery. Standard Varieties of Carnation Cuttings on hand. Verbena and ColeUS Cuttings and Plants ready for shipment. Send for circulars. J. L. DILLON, Bloomsburg, Pa. Splendid SEED of Phoenix Roebelenii Price on application to S3NDER, Bruges, Belgium. Geraniums Colevs 100 1000 S varieties, my suleclion. 2H-in. pots. .?3 00 $25 00 Asp. Sprengert seedlings 1 00 Double Petanias, 3 00 10 varieties o(C8nnas,34in. pots. Apr. 1.. 7 00 4 OD ICO 10 varieties. 2>4-in pots.r.\pr. 1 $ 2 00 400 Asp. Plumosus, 2H-in pots 2 00 Altemantheras, red and yellow. Apr. 1 2 00 Pansy Plants small $2 SO per 1000 50 Pansy Plants, large. Apr. 1 150 -Casii, NoC. O. D,- JOS. H. CUNNINGHAM, Delaware, O. lot of carnations, roses and Primula obconica were sent by local growers, filling one room of the Iroquois hotel and making a nice display. The elec- tion of ofl5cers resulted as follows: Joseph Streit President Otto Gillis Vice-President Wm. Legg Secretary Charles Sandiford Treasurer S. A. Anderson, W. J. Palmer and L. H. Neubeck, Trustees. The banquet was the most success- ful ever held, 53 being present. Re- tiring President Slattery was toast- master and he also read his paper on "Color Harmony," which was very much appreciated. A request was made that he read it again at our next meeting where it will be dis- cussed, other events not permitting it at that time. Mark Palmer and Otto Gillis ari-anged lantern slides of all the florists in all kinds of comical posi- tions and poses relating to the busi- ness and bowling which afforded a SHAMROCK True Irish, 2-in. pots, $5.00 per 1O0-. $45.00 per lOOO. fash With order. FRANK OECHSLIN, 49 11 Qulncy St., CHICAGO. great amount of pleasure. Each pic- ture was announced and properly de- scribed by L,. H. Neubeck as only he could do. A number of telegrams were received by different ones from their friends giving advice, orders and making requests which created a great amount of fun. There were no set speeches, but President Slattery. Pres- ident-elect Streit and the other offi- cers. W. J. Palmer, W. P. Kasting, S. A. Anderson, F. C. Good, L. H. Neubeck, W. H. Grever and W. A. Adams made a few remarks, their brevity being appreciated. Bison. 350 The American Florist. Mar. 12, Index to Advertisers Advance Co Thu... VIII Akron Mch Co VIII Allen J K 331 Am Blower Co 356 American Spawn Co. 338 Araling E C 323 AndcrsenSpec'ltyCo 359 Anderson Flo Co 334 Anderson S A 334 Andorra Nurseries . 341 Aphine Mfs Co 355 Armacost Walter 342 Aschmann Godfrey 344 Archias Seed Store ..337 Atlanta Floral Co.. 333 Augspur^er D & Son348 Avenue Floral Co.. 337 Baer Julius 3.34 Barrows HH&Son. 342 Bassett & Washburn 323 342 Bayersdorfer H 358 Beaven E A 332 Beckert W C 346 Berning H G 332 Berrydale Exp Gar.. 341 Bertcrmann Bros Co 334 Bindekunst VerlaE...358 Blackistone Z D 334 Blind HL& Bros... 333 Bobbink & Atkins. . .341 Boddington AT 347 Bodger Jno&SonsCo337 BolandJ B Co 333 Bowe M A 333 Brague L B & Son 332 Brants D 346 Braslan Seed Gro Co336 Breitmever's] Sons 333 Bridgeman's 337 Brown A C 346 Brown.^lfred SeedCo336 Brownell CW&Co.347 BrunsHN VI Bryan Alonzo J 338 BudlongJ A 322 Bunyard A T 333 Burpee W A &C0...VI Byer Bros 347 Caldwell the Woods- ^ man Co 332 CarriUo & Baldwin.. 347 ChiCarn Co I 346 Chi House Wreck Co3(jO Clark The EB Co .VI Clarke's Sons David. 334 Cleveland CutFlo Co333 Coles WW 348 Cotsonas Geo & Co.. 332 Cottage Gardens 345 Cousins Leonard Jr. .347 CoweeW J 358 Craig Robt Co IV Crum DS 332 Crump Frank F 334 Cunningham Jos H .349 Daniels & Fisher 334 Dards Chas 333 Davis Cooperage Co. 359 Dayton Floral Co... 3.33 Deamud J B Co 324 Denver Wholesale Flower Mkt 329 Derby Henry 359 Detroit Flower Pot.. 359 Deitsch A &C0....VIII Diller Caskey&Keen3.59 Dillon J L 349 Dingee & Conard Co.34(!) Domoto Bros 328 Dorner F & Sons Co I DreerH A 3.56 Dunlop John H 3.34 Eagle Wire Wks....35S Edwards Fold'g Box358 Ehmann Wm Jr 346 Eichholz Henry 349 EUiottW H 329 Elliott Wm J 330 Ellwanger & Barry.. 341 Emmans Geo M 348 Eyres H G 333 Farmers Seed & Nursery Co 341 Fiilow Flower Co 346 Fisher HA & Co.... .334 Fiske Seed Co 337 Florists' Hail Ass'n.358 Foley Mfg Co 360 For Sale and Rent 321 Ford Bros 331 Freeman G L .347 FromentHE 3M dalvin Thos F 333 Garland Geo M Co. .357 Gasser J M Co... 333 3.^ Giatras Geo 348 Giblin & Co VIII Gorham & Chapline 359 Gude Bros .334 Guttman Alex J 331 Hartmann Hjalmar. ..3.37 Hausvvirth Florist.. 334 Heacock Jos Co 343 Heinl Geo A 333 Heinl John & Son.. 333 Herr Albert M 34S Herrmann A .358 Hess & Swoboda 334 Hews A H&Co 359 Hilfinger Bros 3o9 Hill The EG Co.... I Hippard E 360 Hitchings&Co 360 Hoerber Bros 327 Hoffman Florist 333 Holm & Olson 333 Holton & Hunkel...332 Hooker H M Co 357 Hort Trade Journal. 3,58 Humfeld C 347 Hunt AE&Co 346 Hunt Bros 346 Hunt E H 323 Igoe Bros 358 IsbellSM &Co 3<7 Jackson & Perkins. 341 Jacobs S & Sons. ..VIII Johnson D D 355 Johnson W W & Son3,37 Johnston Heating Co3.5 Pulverized Sheep Manure ' i l ^-:=r^^^p\ Absolutely the best Sheep Manure on } ■*■■ "" -■'^*» ^he market. Pure manure and noth- ing else. The best fertilizer for carnations and for 'liquid top-dressing. Unequalled for all field use. ^Write for circulars and prices. The Pulverized Manure Company 32 Union Stock Yards. Chicago Sheep's Head Brand Pulverized Sheep Manure Th*e Ideal Plant Food (or Florists. Write to- day for Prices and Booklet. NATURAL GUANO COMPANY, Aurora, III. Storrs & Harrison Co345 Sub Target Gun Co. 357 Superior ChemicalCo35S Superior Mach & Boiler Wks 356 Syracuse Potti.-ry Co. 35'* Thompson Car Co. 34^ Thomson Wm&Son.. 357 Thorburn J M&Co. VI Totty Chas H....VI 342 Traendlv&Schenck.331 TuckasieffL-c Ev Co 332 U S Rocking Grate Bar Co 356 Varela Fi-dcrico ,338 Van Zanten Bros... 337 Vauehan'sSo-dStore ..I VI ,3.W 343 348 359 Vaughan & Sperry..326 Verdegaal P VI Vick &HilI Co 337 Vick's Sons Jas V Vincent R Jr 1 338 Virgin UJ 334 Wagner Park Cons. .342 Waite LJ 357 Wcfber & Don VI Wciland & dinger.. 329 Wciland &Risch....327 Welch Bros 329 Wietor Bros... 322 327 WildGilbertH 341 Wildpr.-t Hros 337 WilksSMfg Co 356 Wilson Robt G.. 334 3,58 Withers John T 341 Winters'n Seed Storc.355 Wittbold Geo Co334 350 Wolf John 334 Wolfskin J W 333 Wood Bros 349 Woodruff S D & Son337 Wrede H VI Young & Co A I 331 Voung & Nugent 331 Voungs ^ Zangen O V VI Zech & Mann 327 Zvolanek Anton VI CHAS. A. KRICK, USE KRICK'S PERFECT POT HANDLES AND HANGERS. Just the thing for Easter. When crowded for sp^ce. will sustain the weight of lOO lbs. Samples and prices od request. GreeneAve.. Brooklyn, N. T. Long Distance Telephone 178 Bushwick. Gold Letters Gummed G«Id and Purple Letters. For inscriptioos on Floral Designs, Best and Cheapest on the Maiicet. Send for samples and prices. J. LICHTENBERGER. 1566 Avenae A, NBW TOU. Telephone: Lenox 5644 THE BEST WAY 10 eoileet u aoGOBBl U t* place tt wIM a* National Florists' Board Of Tndi M rina Wbnet, NKW KMK. WBTT BactnMBiaT debtora will par th»BMi4 hvtotetkaniiM • bid ratiai !■ e«r CnedM Llit Pall lafaraiatna u to nelkod* *a4 rataa ttnm tm mBcalioa. % 9i9.'999>9.93.'93i93999-'^9999i 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 genuiae wand. Jf It pays to answer them. ^ J^ Jt CUT FLOWER AND \ Design Boxes All slzn, lowest prices. Write C. C. Pollworth Co., MILWAUKEK Sterling Iron Reservoir Vases Ckalrs. S«ttees, Hitching Posts, Etc. Complete Catkloffac and Discounts Upoa 4Bcst. The Sterling Emery Wheel Mfg. Co., ohi?^. a. igio. The American Florist. 351 Ready Reference Section. 10 CENTS PER LINE, NET; ACHTRANTHES. Achyranthes Lindenil (narrow pointed leaf variety) rooted cuttings, $10 per 1.000. A No. 1 stock. H. Heepe's Sons, Akron, O. AGERATUMS, Ageratum, 3 kinds, 2-ln., (1.50 per 100. Byer Bros.. Chambersburg. Pa. ALTERNANTHERAS. Altemantherns. red and yellow, 2-in., $2 per 100; $18.50 per 1,000; 3-in., $3 per 100. R. Vincent, Jr., & Sons, Wh it e Ma r sh. Md. Altemantheras, 2H-ln., yellow, 2c. Mos- baek Greenhouse Co.. Onarga, 111. Altemantheras, red and yel., $2 per 100. Jos. H. Cunningham, Delaware, O. ALYSSUM. _^^_^ Alyssum, dwarf and giant, 2-ln., J2 per 100; $18.50 per 1,000; 3-in., $3. R. Vincent, Jr., & Sons Co., White Marsh, Md. Alyssum, double giant and dwarf, strong, 2^-in., 2c. Mosbaek Greenhouse Co., Onarga, III. Alyssum. 214-ln., $2 per 100; 300 for $5. J. C. Schmidt, Bristol, Pa. ARAUCARIAS. Araucarlas, D. U. Augspurger & Sons Co., Peoria, 111. Araucarlas, Bobbink & Atkins, Rutherford, N. J. ASPARAGUS. Asparagus plumosus nanus, from 2% -in. pots, $2.60 per 100; $22.60 per 1,000. Cash with order. Floral Hill Gardens, G. P. Kneipp, Prop., Chatham, N. J. REPOT TO DOUBLE VALUE. Pine 2-in. Sprengeri, $2. Strong value to shift now. Plumosus, 2-ln., $2.50; 4-ln., $8. Gullett & Sons, Lincoln. 111. Asparagus plumosus nanus, 2% -In pots, strong plants, $2 per 100. Grand Rapids Greenhouse Co., Grand Rapids, Mich. Asparagus Sprengeri, 2-ln., $3 per 100; 3%-in., heavy, $4.60. Wagner Park Con- servatories, Sidney, O. Asparagus plumosus, 2Vi-ln., 3e; 3-ln., 6c. Sprengeri, 2%-ln.. 2c; 3-ln., 6c; 4-ln., 10c. Mosbaek Greenhouse Co., Onarga, 111. Asparagus Sprengeri, Seedlings, $1 per 100; $7 per 1,000. Plumosus, 2%-ln., $2 per 100. Jos. H. Cunningham, Delaware, O. Asparagus plumosus, 4-ln., extra fine large plants, $8 per 100. Scharff Bros., Van Wert, Ohio. Asparagus Sprengeri, 3-ln., $5 per 100. Plumosus, 2-ln., $3; 3-ln., $6 per 100. Geo. M. Emmans, Newton, N. J. Asparagus plumosus, $25 per 1,000. Sprengeri ready for 4-ln., $5 per 100. A. M. Herr, Lancaster, Pa. Asparagus plumosus, 2%-ln., 3c; 3-in., 6e; 4-ln., 10c. Sprengeri, 3-ln., 6c: 4-ln., 10c. Q. Aschmann, 1012 W. Ontario St., Phlla. Asparagus Sprengeri, 4-ln., $5 per 100. P. C. Rlebe, Webster, Mass. Asparagus Sprengeri, 2%-ln., $2 per 100; 300 for $5. J. C. Schmidt, Bristol, Pa. Asparagus Sprengeri, 3-ln., $4 per 100. Poehlmann Bros. Co., Morton Grove, 111. Asparagus plumosus, Sprengeri, D. U. Augspurger & Sons Co., Peoria, 111. Wanted, 60,000 Asparagus plumosus, 2 or 3-In. Walter Armacost, Ocean Park, Calif. ASPIDISTRAS. Aspidistras, var., 5-in., $1 each; 6-ln., $1.60; 7-ln., $2. Green, 6-in., 76c each; 6- In., $1; 7-in., $1.60. Vaughan's Seed Store, Chicago and New York. AUCUBAS. Aucuba Japonlca, variegated, 18 Ins., 65o each; $5 per doz. ; 24 to 30 Ins., $1.60 each; $16 per doz.; Japonlca type, 18 Ins., $1 each; $10 per doz. Vaughan's Seed Store. Chicago and New York. AZALEAS. Azaleas, Bernard Andreas Alba, Nlobe, Helena Thellman, Empress of India, Apollo, De Schryveriana, Dr. Moore, Mme. Van der Cruyssen, Louis Van Houtte, Simon Mard- ner, Vervaeniana, Deutsche Perle, $1.25 to $2.50 each. Smaller sizes. Van der Cruyssen, Mardner, Apollo, Nlobe, Empress of India, D. Perle, De Schryverniana, Vervaeneana, 50c to $1.25. In bloom, Mme. Petrick. Mardner, D. Perle, Apollo, Vervaeneana, 76c to $1.50. G. Aschmannn, 1012 'W. Ontario St., Phlla. Azalea mollis, 15 to 20 buds, 60c each; $5 per doz.; $40 per 100; 40 to 60 buds, $1 each; $10 per doz. Vaughan's Seed Store, Chicago and New York. Azalea mollis, 15-30 buds, $8 per 100. C. Kerkvoorde, Wetteren, Belgium. Azaleas. Jacs Smlts, Naarden, Holland. BAY TREES 2,000 bay and box trees in all sizes; pyra- mid and standard. Write for list. Julius Roehrs Co.. Rutherford, N. J. Bay trees, Bobbink & Atkins, Ruther- ford, N. J. BEDDING PLANTS. Bedding Plants; Coleus, Golden Bedder, Firebrand, Anna and John Pflster and other leading varieties, $2 per 100; $18 per 1,000. Salvia. $2.50 per 100; $20 per 1,000. Double Petunias (Snowdrift) and Single petunias, mixed, $2 per 100. Heliotrope, $2 per 100. Birmingham Landscape and Nursery Co., P. O. Box 663, Birmingham, Ala. BEGONIAS. Begonias, 25,000 strong, extra fine trans- planted plants of Vernon and Gracilis Rosea, $1 per 100 by mail; $6 per 1,000 by express. Cash with order. Peter Brown, Lancaster, Pa. Begonia Glolre de Lorraine and Agatha, $16 per 100; $140 per 1,000. Tumford Hall, $20 per 100. Pres. Taft, $20 per 100. J. A. Peterson, Westwood, Cincinnati, O. Begonia Lorraine and Agatha, leaf cut- tings, 2 14 -in. pots, June delivery, $12 per 100; $100 per 1,000. All orders filled in ro- tation. Julius Roehrs Co., Rutherford, N. J. Begonias, Vernon and Erfordll, R. C, 90o per 100. J. W. Davis, 225 W. 16th St., Davenport, la. BEGONIAS, blooming, 8 best commercial varieties, strong rooted cuttings, $1 per 100. Cash. Chlllleothe Floral Co., Chllllcothe, O. Begonia Flambeau, 4-ln., 16c. G. Asch- mann, 1012 W. Ontario St., Philadelphia. Begonia Adolf Menzel, 2% -In., $2 per doz. Vaughan's Seed Store, Chicago and N. Y. Rex begonias, 2-In., $5 per 100. Geo. M. Emmans, Newton, N. J. BOXWOOD. Box trees, bush, 16 to 18 Ins., $4 per doz.; 20 to 24 Ins., $8 per doz. Vaughan's Seed Store, Chicago and New York. Boxwood, pyramids, 2-2%-feet, $15 per 100; 2H-3-feet, $26 per 100; 3-4-feet, $36 per 100. C. Kerkvoorde. Wetteren, Belgium. BULBS, Gladiolus Alice Carey, the best white In cultivation. No. 1 bulbs, $5 per 100; $40 per 1,000. America, No. 1, $4 per 100; $30 per 1,000. Golden Nugget, best bright yellow, $1.50 per doz.; $10 per 100. Princeps $1.25 per doz.; $8 per 100. List free. B. Y Teas Co., Centervllle, Ind. Bulbs, tuberoses, 1st size, 4-6 Ins. 90o per 100; $7.50 per 1,000; $35 per 5,000; medium, 3-4 Ins.. 60c per 100; $4 per 1,000; $17 60 per 6,000. Begonias, gloxinias, gladiolus Vaughan's Seed Store, Chicago and N . Y. Bulbs. Caladium esculentum, 11 Ins. and up, $8 per 100; 1st size, 9-11 Ins., $6; 2nd size, 7-9 Ins., $3.60. Weeber & Don 114 Chambers St., New York. Bulbs, Gladioli America, bulbets, $6 per 1,000; $20 for 5,000; $35 for 10,000 Berry- dale Experiment Gardens. Box 54, Route 1, Holland, Mich. Bulbs, Gladioli, Brenchleyensis, May, Ceres, Isaac Buchanan. Pactole, La Marck, yellow and orange, etc. Cinnamon vine, Maderia vines, lilies. Iris, oxalis, etc. B. S. Miller, Wading River, N. Y. Chinese Sacred Lilies, $3 per 100; $26 per 1,000. Dutch Hyacinths, named, single and double, first size, $6 per 100; exhibition size, $10. Dlngee & Conard Co., West Grove, Pa. Bulbs, hyacinths, tulips, narcissus, crocus, splreas, gladiolus, peonies, etc. Van Zanten Bros., Hlllegom, Holland. Caladium esculentum, 3 to 6-in., clrcum- ference, $1.50 per 100. Wagner Park Con- s ervatories, Sidney, O. Gladiolus "1900," $1 per 100; $8 per 1,000. T, J. Oberlln, Sinking Spring, Pa. Bulbs, hyacinths, tulips and dattodlis. P. Verdegaal. 14 Stone St., New York. Bulbs, all florists' varieties. H. B. Flsko Seed Co., FaneuU Hall Square, Boston. Bulbs of all kinds. A. T. Boddlngton, 342 W. 14th St., New York. CANNAS. Cannas, Sec. Chabanne, Paul Marquart, Cinnabar, $1.75 per 100. Pennsylvania. Ro- busta. Mile. Berat, $1.00. Beaute Poitevine. Pres. VIger, $3. Papa Nardy, $5. Wagner Park Conservatories, Sidney, Ohio. Cannas, King Humbert, Chas. Henderson, Ex. Crampbell, Mme. Crozy, A. Bouvler, Mile. Berat, F. Vaughan, Souv. de A. Crozy. W. C. Beckert, 103 Federal St, Northslde, Pltts- burg. Pa. Cannas, good assortment of fine large bulbs. Write for price list. Mosbaek Green- house Co., Onarga, 111. Cannas. for prices and varieties see large advertisement In this Issue. Arthur T. Bod- dlngton, 242 W. 14th St., New York. Cannas, 10 vars., 3%-ln., $4 per 100. Jos. H. Cunningham, Delaware, O. Cannas. R. Vincent, Jr., & Sons Co., White Marsh. Md. CACTL Cacti. Over 100 varieties of cacti, from $7 per 100 up. Write for free 28-page cata- logue, and prices to the trade. Also Mexi- can Resurrection plants. The Francis E. Lester Company, Dept. I* S., Mesllla Park, N. M. CARNATIONS. Carnations, Mrs. C. "W. Ward. $12 per 100; $100 per 1,000. Alma Ward, $15 per 100; $125 per 1,000. Mrs. Vaughan. Bay State. Georgia, $6 per 100; $60 per 1,000. Robert Craig. Afterglow, Harlowarden. $3.50 per 100; $30 per 1,000. Charles H. Totty, Madison, N. J. If You Do Not Find What You Need In (kir ^ Ready Referenee De|»ffiflMt, Wrtte Us Abeiit It. 362 The American Florist, Mar. 12, Carnations. Conquest. Sangamo. Mary Tol- flian. $12 per 100; $100 per 1,000. White Perfection, Daybreak, Lawson. R. P. En- chantress. "Winona. Wlnsor. Splendor. Aris- tocrat. Afterglow. Lawson — Enchantress. Victory. A. Carnegie. $3 per 100; $26 per 1.000. Enchantress. $2.60 per 100; $20 per 1,000. May Day, $6 per 100; $50 per 1.000. Alvlna. $5 per 100; $45 per 1.000. O. P. Bassett. $6 per 100; $60 per 1.000. Gov. Deneen. $5 per 100; $46 per 1,000. Chicago Carnation Co., JoUet, 111. Carnations. Enchantress. $2 per 100; $18 per 1.000. Red Victory, Var. Lawson. $2.50 per 100; $20 per 1.000. White Sarah Hill. $4 per 100; $36 per 1.000. Pink Lawson — En- chantress, $2.60 per 100; $20 per 1.000. Pink Lawson, $2 per 100; $15 per 1.000. W. H. Taft, $460 per 100; $40 per 1.000. Beacon. $3 per 100; $26 per 1,000. Schneiden & Schoos, 617 Asbury Ave., Evanston, 111. Carnations, well rooted cuttings ready now. White Enchantress, Beacon, Winona, After- glow. Red Nelson Fisher. $3 per 100; $26 per 1,000. Wlnsor. $2 per 100; $18 per 1,000. O. P. Bassett, $6 per 100; $60 per 1,000. A. C. Canfield, Springfield, 111. Carnations, Victory $1.50; Lawson-En- chantress, $2; Bassett, $3.60; Fenn. $1 per 100. W. Perfection. R. P. and Enchantress, $1.50 per 100; Lawson and Winsor, $1.25. A. M. Herr, Lancaster, Pa. Carnation Mrs. C. W. Ward. R. C, $2 per 12; $12 per 100; $100 per 1,000; 2-ln. pots. $16 per 100. Cottage Gardens Co.. Inc., Queens. L. I., N. Y. Carnations, new seedlings, deep crimson and bright pink, $8 per 100; $75 per 1,000. Rose Pink Enchantress, $5 per 100. Dln- gee & Conard Co., West Grove, Pa. Carnations, Enchantress, Perfection, Bea- con, $3 per 100; $25 per 1,000. Rose Pink Enchantress, "Wlnsor. $2.50 per 100; $20 per 1.000. J. D. Thomson Carnation Co., JoUet, III A fine lot of Rose Pink Enchantress, strong, 2y2-in. pots. $20 per 1,000. C. C. Pollworth Co., Milwaukee, Wis. Carnation Juanita, $8 per 100; $60 per 1,000. The FlUow Flower Co., Westport, Conn. Carnation Scarlet Glow. $12 per 100; $100 per 1,000. F. Dorner & Sons Co., Lafay- ette, Ind. Carnations, Shasta, Sarigamo, Scarlet Glow, Mary Tolman, Conquest, Admiration, $12 per 100; $100 per 1,000. Vaughan's Seed Store. Chicago and New York. Carnations, Sangamo, Conquest, Mary Tol- man, $12 per 100; $100 per 1,000. Chicago Carnation Co., Jollet, 111. Carnations, Apple Blossom and Wanoka, strong rooted cuttings, dellverj' Jan. 1. Wanoka Greenhouses. Barpeveld. N. Y, Carnations. Wood Bros.. FIshklll. N, Y. Carnations. J. L. Dillon. Bloomsburg. Pa. CHEYSANTHEMUMS. Chrysanthemums, Monrovia, $3 per 100; $25 per 1,000. Oct. Frost. $3 per 100. Vir- ginia Poehlmann. $4 per 100; $35 per 1.000. Edmond Albe. $35 per 100. E. G. Hill Co., Richmond. Ind. Chrysanthemums, snow white sport of Helen Frick. stock plants. $3 per doz. ; small plants, $2 per doz. Henry Eichholz, Waynesboro. Pa. Chrysanthemums, hardy pompons. $2 per 100; $18.50 per 1,000; one each of 100 vars., $5. R. Vincent, Jr.. & Sons. Co., White Marsh, Md. Gloria, a large early Enchantress pink Mum, R. C, now ready, 26. $1; 100. $3.75, prepaid. Chas. Frost. Kenllworth. N. J. Chrysanthemum novelties. Charles H. Totty. Madison. N. J. Chrysanthemums. leading vars. Wood Bros., FIshklll. N. Y. Chrysanthemums, 75 vars.. $15 per 1,000. Wm. J. Ehmann, Jr.. Corfu. N. Y, Chrysanthemums. Elmer D. Smith & Co., Adrian. Mich. CINERARIAS. Cinerarias, 6-ln.. 25c to 35c each. G. Aschmann. 1012 W. Ontario St.. Phlla. Cinerarias. 2>4-ln.. $2 per 100; 300 for $5. J. C. Schmidt. Bristol. Pa. CLEMATIS. Clematis. 2.000 Mme. B. Velllard. No. 1 fleld-grown. 8c each. Parks & Schaufel- berger. Penfleld. N. Y. Clematis panlculata. field. 1-yr.. 6c; 2-yr., 10c Dlngee & Conard Co.. West Grove, Pa. Clematis. Bobblnk & Atkins, Ruther- ford, N. J. COLEUS. Coleus. Golden Bedder and Verschaffelti, 2-ln., $2 per 100; $18.60 per 1.000; 3-ln., $3. R. Vincent, Jr. & Sons Co., White Marsh. Md. Coleus. fine 2 14 -in. stock. 2c. 16 kinds. Mosbaek Greenhouse Co.. Onarga. 111. Coleus. 10 kinds, Byer Bros., Chambers- burg. Pa. Coleus, 10 vars., 2yi-ln., $2 per 100. JosT H. Cunningham. Delaware. O. Coleus. J. L. Dillon. Bloomsburg. Pa. CROTONS. Crotons. 3-ln.. 20c each; $2 per doz.; 4- in., 35c each; $3.50 per doz.; 5-ln.. 50c each; $6 per doz.; 6-in.. $1 each; $10 per doz. Vaughan's Seed Store, Chicago and N. Y. DAHLIAS. Dahlias, six novelties of special merit. Corona. Charles Clayton, W. K. Jewett. Manltou. Princess Yetlve, The Baron, other novelties and the best standard varieties. The best is the cheapest. Prices reasonable and fair dealing guaranteed. Hollyhocks and other hardy plants. Catalogue. W, W. Wllmore. Box 382. Denver. Colo. Dahlias. Black Beauty. Elegante. $3 per 100. Arabella. Earl of Pembroke. $6. All large roots. Order today. Wagner Park Conservatories. Sidney. Ohio. Ohio dahlia, field roots. 75c each; $8.50 per doz. J. M. McCullough's Sons Co., 316 W alnut St.. Cincinnati. O. Dahlias. R. Vincent, Jr. & Sons Co., White Marsh, Md. Dahlias. Pape & Bergmann, Quedllnburg, Germany. DAISIES. English daisies, dbl. 2^ -In., extra heavy, $3 per 100. Wagner Park Conservatories, Sidney. Q. Marguerite Queen Alexandra. 4-in.. 25c each; $2.50 per doz. Vaughan's Seed Store, Chicago and New York. Daisies. 52 per 1,000. Bristol. Pa- J. C. Schmidt, DRAGENAS. Dracaena indivisa, 3-ln.. 5c; 4-in., 12c. Mosbaek Greenhouse Co., Onarga. 111. EASTER STOCK. Easter plants: Azalea, 5^ to 8-ln., 75c to $5 each: larger, $6 to $10; pyramids, $4 and $5. Lilies, $12 per 100 buds; $120 per 1,000. Lilacs, white and blue, 8 and 9-in.. $1.50 to $3 each. Splrea Gladstone, $6 to $12 per doz.; Queen Alexandra, 75c to $1.25 each. Hyacinths, single. $2 per doz.; miniature. 6. 7 and 8-in. pans. 35c to $1 a pan. Trumpet narcissus. 35c to $1 a pan. Lily of the val- ley. 6-ln. pots. 35c each; 6-ln.. 50c; 7-ln.. 76c; 8-in.. $1. Dwarf roses. Baby Dorothy, Baby Rambler, $6 to $12 per doz.; Mme. Cutbush, 6% and 7-in., $12 to $18 per doz,; large plants of Dorothy Perkins, $1.50 to $7 each; star-flowered Rambler, 6^-in., $1.60 to $2 each. Crimson Rambler, 6 ^ to 9-in., $2 to $3 each. Anton Sohultheis, 316 19th St.. College Point, N. Y. Easter lilies, $12.60 and $15 per 100. Pot plants per bud, $16 per 100. Miami Floral Co., 24 North Main St., Dayton, O. Easter lilies, roses, carnations, valley, vio- lets, daffodils, freesias and smllax. Domoto Bros., 27 Lick Place, San Francisco. 60,000 Easter lilies. Alfred H. Langjahr, 55 W. 28th St., New York. Easter stock selling fast. See last week's issue for list. Geo. A. Kuhl. Pekin, IlL FERNS. PERNS FOR PERN DISHES. Extra strong, healthy, bushy, full-grown 2 14 -In. stock, guaranteed to please; as- sortment of 12 best varieties, $3 per 100; $25 per 1.000; 250 at 1.000 rate. CIBO- TIUM SCHIEDEI. king ot ferns, the pride of every fiower store. Orders booked now for young stock for growing on. Ready March. April and May. J. P. Anderson, Fern Specialist. Short Hills, N. J. Ferns. Improved Elegantlsslma, 4-ln., $3 per doz.; 6-ln., $9 per doz.; 8-ln., $12 to $18 per doz. Superblssima, 4-ln., $3 per doz.: 6-ln., $6 to $9 per doz.; 8-ln., $12 to $18 per doz. Boston, Piersonl, WhItmanI, Scottll. 6-ln.. $6 per doz.; 8-In., $12 per doz. F. R. Plerson Co.. Tarrytown. N. Y. Pteris. extra strong. 3% -In., $10 per 100. worth $15. Cash with order. Samples on request. Fox Point Floral Co., 918 Bart- lett Ave., Milwaukee, Wis. Ferns, Boston, 3-ln., 16c each; $1.26 per doz.; $8 per 100; 4-ln.. 26c each; $2.60 per doz.; $20 per 100; 6-ln., 40c each; $4.60 per doz.; $36 per 100; 6-ln., 76c each; $8 per doz.; $60 per 100; 7-ln., $1 each; $10 per doz.; $75 per 100; 8-ln., $1.25 each; $14 per doz.; $100 per 100. Vaughan's Seed Store, Chicago and New York, Ferns, Boston, Piersonl, Elegantlsslma, 5-in., 35c; 6-in., 50c. Whitmanl, 4-in. 15c; 5-in., 26c; 6-in., 60c each. Cash. H Mad- sen. 395 New Bridge St., West Springfield, Mass. Ferns, Boston, Scottll and Piersonl, 2^1- in., 3c; 3-in.. 7c. Whitmanl and Elegan- tlsslma. 3-ln.. 8c. Piersonl Elegantlsslma and Whitmanl. 5-in.. 30c. Mosbaek Green- house Co.. Onarga. 111. Ferns. Neph. Todeaoldeg. 6%. 6 and 7 In.. 35c to $1 each. Pteris Victoria, 6-ln. pans. 30c per pan. G. Aschmann 1012 W. Ontario St.. Philadelphia. Nephrolepis Whitmanl, 4-ln. pots, 8c each; 3-ln. pots. 5c each; 2%-in. pots. 3c each; 2% -In.. 2%c each; runners. Ic. Ley & Bro. Highland. N. Y. ' Ferns. Boston, Piersonl, Elegantlsslma, Scottii, Amerpohli. D. U. Augspurger & Sons Co., Peoria, 111. Ferns. Piersonl, Barrowsl, Scottll and Ele- gantlsslma. 4-in.. $15 per 100. Wagner Park Conservatories. Sidney, O. Ferns for dishes, asst., 214-ln., $3.50 per 100: $30 per 1.000. Frank Oechslln, 4911 Quincy St.. Chicago. Fern Nephrolepis Giatrasil. 214-in., $3.60 per doz.; $26 per 100; $200 per 1,000. George Glatras, 463 Summit Ave., W. Hoboken, N. J. PERNS. Boston. 2-ln. pots. $2.50 per 100. Piersonl. 2-ln. pots. $2.50 per 100. Cash. Chilllcothe Floral Co.. Chllllcothe, O. Perns. W^hltmanl. 4-ln.. 10c: 2H-In.. 3c; $25 per l.noo. John A. Doyle. Springfield. O. Ferns. Boston. 3-ln.. 25c each. WhltmanT 4-ln.. 26c. Geo. M. Emmans. Newton. N. J. Ferns, Scottii, 6-In., 20o; 6-ln., 30c. W. "W. Coles. Kokomo. Ind. Ferns. W^hltmanl. 2'4-ln.. $5 per 100. Henry H. Barrows & Sons. Whitman. Mass. Ferns. Boston. 4-ln., $1.50 per doz. W. W. Coles, Kokomo. Ind. FICUS. ~ Flcus elastica. 20 to 24-lns., extra fine, $3 per doz. Wagner Park Conservatories, Sidney, O. Picus elastica, 22-24 Ins., $6 per doz.; $69 per 100. Frank Oechslln, 4911 Quincy St., Chicago. Rubber plants. 5 and 6-ln., $3 per doz. W. W. Coles. Kokomo, Ind. GENISTAS. Genista ,raceniosa. 4-ln., 30c each; $3.25 per doz.; 6-in., 75c each; $8 per doz. Vaughan's Seed Store, Chicago and N. Y. GERANIUMS. Geianlums. strong 2-ln. stock. Heteranthe, Nutt. Jean Viaud, La Favorite. L'Aube, Hill, $2 per 100; $18 per l.flOO. Our selec- tion, $17 per 1.000. Pamela, $4 per 100. Anastasle Lecadre. $3 per 100. Red Wing, the best novelty of the season. 25c each; $2.50 per doz. Write for geranium cata- logue. F. H. De Witt & Co.. Wooster. Ohio. Geraniums. Nutt. Doyle. Perkins. Grant, La Favorite. R. C. $1.25; 2-ln., $2; 3-ln„ $4 per 100. Viaud, Castellane, Poltevlne. Jaulin. Ricard, Buchner, R, C, $1.50; 2-ln,, $2.50; 3-ln., $5 per 100. Mme. Sallerol. 2-ln., $3 per 100. G. M. Emmans. Newton. N. J. Geraniums, standard vars., 2-in., $2 per 100; $18.50 per 1,000; 3-in., $3. Apple scented, 2-in., $2 per 100; 3-In., $3. Ivy leaved, 2-in., $2 per 100; $18.50 per 1,000, R. Vincent, Jr. & Sons, "White Marsh, Md. Geranium, Ricard, Nutt, Buchner, from 2 and 2%-ln. pots, extra fine lot of strong, cool grown plants, $2.25 per 100; $20 per 1,000; mixed, $2 per 100; $18 per 1,000. Well packed, J. R. Brooks, Oxford Depot, N. Y Geraniums, Nutt, $10 per 1,000; Poltevlne and Ricard, $12.50. A. M. Herr, Lancaster, Pa . Geraniums, 8 vars., 2H-ln., $3 per 100; $25 per 1,000. Jos. H, Cunningham, Dela- ware, O. Geraniums, fine 3-in., $6 per 100; $50 per 1,000; 4-ln., 10c each. Mosbaek Greenhouse Co., Onarga, 111. Geraniums, Mme. Sallerol. 3-in.. $2.60 per 100, "W agner Park Conservatories. Sidney. O. Geraniums, dbl. Grant. Castellane. 2-In., 2c, Byer Bros,. Chambersburg. Pa. If Yoii Do Not Find What You Need in Our Ready Referenee Department, Write Us ADoot It igio. The American Florist. 353 Geranluma. leading vara., 3-ln., $3,50 per 100. F. C. Rlebe, Webster. Mass. GREmS. Greens, fancy and dagger ferns, 51.75 per 1,000, Galax, bronze and green, $1.25 per 1,000; 10.000, $7.50. Sphagnum Moss, large bales, $1.25; Leucothoe Sprays, $1 per 100; 1.000, $7.50. Boxwood, 35c per bunch, 50 lbs., $8.50. Michigan Cut Flower Exchange, Inc., 38-40 Broadway, Detroit, Mich. Greens dagger and fancy ferns, $1.50 per 1,000. Bronze and green galax, $1 per 1.000; $8.50 P3r 10.000. Leucothoe Sprays $1 per 1.000; $7.50 per 10.000. Henry M. Robinson & Co.. 15 Province St.. Boston. Mass. Greens, green or bronze galax. 50c per 1,000; $4.50 for 10,000. Green leucothoe. $2.60 per 1.000; bronze. $4 per 1.000. The Tuckasei gee Evergreen Co.. Sylva. N. C. Greens, hardy ferns. $1.25 per 1.000. Baled spruce for cemetery use. L.. B. Brague & Son. Hinsdale. Mass. Greens, southern wild smilax. Log mosses, natural and perpetuated. E. A. Beaven, Evergreen. Ala. Greens, cut palmetto and cycas leaves, galax, leucothoe. ferns, mosses, etc. Kervan Cn.. 113 w 2Sth St.. New York. Greens, evergreen, fancy and dagger ferns, bronze and green galax. Geo. Cot- gpnas & Co.. 33 W. 28th St., New York. "Wild Smilax. 50-lb. case, $2 Dagger ferns. D. S. Crum. Pine Apple. Ala. HARDY PLANT S. Hardy plants. Special prices on field stock to close out. Write if interested. Mosbaek Greenhouse Co.. Onarga. 111. HELIOTROPES. Heliotrope. Miss Bernlce, 2% -In., $8 per 100. Skidelsky & Irwin Co.. 1215 Betz Bldg.. Philadelphia. Heliotrope, rooted cuttings, 75c per 100, prepaid. A. W. Hlggins, Westfleld. Mass. Heliotrope. $1 per 100; $8 per 1.00. S. D. Brant. Clay Center, Kans. HYDRANGEAS. Hydrangea Arboresceng Grandlflora Alba, The true large flowering forcing variety, warranted true. 2H-in. pots. $3 per 100; 1-year field-grown, strong. 12 to 18 Inches, $6 per 100; $55 per 1,000. New trade list ready. Write for it today. The Good & Reese Co.. The Largest Rose Growers In the World. Springfield. O. Hydrangea Arborescens Grandlfiora. We have the largest stock of strong 2-year plants In America. Plants 2 to 3 feet. $2.50 per doz; $15 per 100; $140 per 1.000. Good plants. 15 to 20 Inches. $10 per 100. List free. E. Y. Teas. Centerville. Ind. Hydrangea Arborescens Grandlfiora Alba (grown from stock obtained from The E. G. Hill Co.). Feld grown 16 to 20 Ins., $7 per 100; $65 per 1,000; a smaller size, $5 per 100; 2%-ln.. $3 per 100; $25 per 1.000. John A. Doyle. Springfield. O. Hydrangeas. R. C. $1.60 per 100; 2-ln., 60o per dozen; $4 per 100; 3-In.. $1 per doz.; $8 per 100. D. U. Auspurger & Sons Co., Box 778. Peoria. 111. Hydrangea panicuiata grandl., 18 to 24 Ins., 6c; 2 to 3 ft.. 9c. Dingee & Conard Co.. West Grove. Pa. Hydrangea panicuiata grandlfiora. strong bushes. 2-3 feet. $40 per 1.000. C. Kerk- voorde. Wetteren, Belgium. IVY. Ivy. English, pot-grown plants, 4-in. pots, 3-ft. long, 3 to 5 branches, $12 to $15 per 100. A. L. Miller. Jamaica Opp. Schenck Ave.. Brooklyn, N. Y. Ivy. German and parlor. 2-in.. $2 per 100; $18.50 per 1,000. R. Vincent, Jr. & Sons Co.. White Marsh. Md. LANTANAS. Lantanas, 5 vars., 2-ln., $2 per 100; $18.50 per 1,000; 3-in.. $3. R. Vincent, Jr. & Sons Co., White Marsh, Md. LILACS. Lilacs. Jacs Smits. Naarden. Holland. LILY OF THE VALLEY. To Imoort. Lily of the valley, London Market. $1.75 per 100; $14 per 1,000. Premium. $1.50 per 100; $12 per 1.000. International. $1.25 per 100: $10 per 1.000. Vaughan's Seed Store. Chicago and New York. Lily of the valley. Jacs SmIts, Ltd., Naarden Holland. Lily of the valley. Otto Mann, Leipzig, Saxony, Germany. From Stora^. Lily of the valley, cold storage, 250, $3.60; per 1,000. $13. W. C. Beckert. Northslde, Pittsburg, Pa- Lily of the valley. H. N. Bruns. 3040 W. Madison St.. Chicago. LOBELIA. Lobelia. Kathleen Mallard. 2-in.. $2 per 100; $18.50 per 1.000; 3-in., $3. R. Vincent, Jr. & Sons Co., White Marsh, Md. MYOSOTIS. Myosotis. extra strong seedling stock. 3-in. pots. 3c. Mosbaek Greenhouse Co., Onarga, 111. MUSHROOM SPAWN. Mushroom Spawn. Lambert's Pure Cul- ture. American Spawn Co., St. Paul. Minn. Mushroom Spawn. Sure Crop, %% per 100 lbs. Weeber & Don. 114 Chambers St., N. Y. NURSKRT STOCK. Nursery stock, blue spruce, berried plants, climbing plants, clematis, conifers, ever- greens, -funklas. Japan maples, hydrangeas. Jacs Smits. Ltd.. Naarden. Holland. VIrburnum plicatum, 2 to 3 ft.. 12c; 3 to ZVz ft.. 15c. Dingee & Conard Co., West Grove, Pa. Nursery stock. Clematis, ampelopsls, tree hydrangeas, lilacs, shrubs, vines and per- ennials. Jackson & Perkins, Newark. N. Y. Nursery stock, apple seedlings, apple root grafts. Farmer Seed and Nursery Co., Fari- bault^ Nursery stock, large trees, oaks, maples, pines and hemlocks. Andorra Nurseries, Chestnut Hill. Philadelphia. Nursery stock arbor vitae (Thuya occi- dentalls), 3 to 4 ft., 4 to 5 ft. trees. The Wm. H. Moon Co., Morrlsvllle, Pa. Raspberries, transplanted and good strong tips. Parks & Schaufelberger. Fenfleld. N. Y. Nursery stock, ornamental trees and shrubs. TV^. & T. Smith Co., Geneva. N. Y. ORCHIDS. Orchids. Importers, exporters, growers and hybridists. Sander. St. Albans, England. New York office, rom 1. 235 Broadway. Orchids. Largest stock in the country. Ask for prices. Julius Roehrs Co., Ruther- ford. N. J. Orchid peat, rotted azalea peat, leaf mold, live or baled sphagnum moss. C. W. Brownell & Co., Walden. N. Y. Orchids, all commercial, cattleyas and novelties. Carlllo & Baldwin. Seacaucus, N. J . Orchids of all kinds. Lager & Hurrell, Summitt. N. J. Orchids, G. L. Freeman, 388 Appleton St., Holyoke. Mass. PALMS. Palms. Kentla Bel., 6-ln., 20 to 24 Ins., $1; 7-ln.. 24 to 26 Ins., $1.50; 7-ln., 26 to 28 Ins., $2; 8-ln.. 32 to 34 Ins., $2.50; 8-ln.. 34 to 38 Ins., $3.50. Kentla Fors., 6-ln., 34 to 36 Ins., $1.50; 7-in., 36 to 40 ins., $2.60; 8-in., 40 to 44 Ins., $3.50; 8-in.. 44 to 48 Ins.. $4.50; 10-ln.. 5% ft.. $8. Made-up Fors.. 3 plants In tub. 7-in.. 40 to 44 Ins.. $4; 8-ln.. 44 to 48 Ins.. $6; 10-in.. 44 to 48 Ins.. $6; 10-In.. 48 to 52 Ins.. $7; 10-ln.. 50 to 64 Ins.. $8; Phoenix Roebe- lenll. 5-ln., $1 each; $10 per doz. Storrs & Harrison Co.. Palnesvllle, O. Palms, Kentla Fors., 35 to 60 Ins., $1.50 to $3 each: 4-ln., 20c. Belmoreana. 4-ln.. 25c; 3-ln.. 10c. Cocos Wedd.. 3-ln., 15c. Latania Borb., 4-In.. 20c. Areca lutescens. 5-In.. 35c. G. Aschmann, 1012 W. Ontario St.. Philadelphia. Palms. Kentlas. In 2%-ln. pots. $8 per 100; $75 per 1.000. Jackson & Perkins Co., Newark, N. Y. Palms, Kentlas, Latanlas, Phoenix. D. U. Augspurger & Sons Co., Peoria, 111. Palms, Kentlas. Joseph Heacock Co., Wyncote. Pa. Palms. Bobbink fe Atkins. Rutherford. N. J. PANSIES. Pansy plants. 50c per 100; $2.50 per 1,000: large plants. $2.50 per 100. Jos. H, Cunningham. Delaware. O. Pansies. German strain. $2.50 per 1,000. F. C. Rlebe. Webster. Mass. Pansies. fine strong plants. $5 per 1,000. Mosbaek Greenhouse Co.. Onarga. 111. Pansies. $2 per 1,000. J. C. Schmidt, Bristol. Pa. PELARGONIUMS. Pelargoniums, Mme. VIbert. Sandlford's surprise. Linda. Dorothy, Mme. Thibaut, strong. 2-in.. $6 per 100. F. H. DeWltt & Co.. Wooster. Ohio. PEONIES. Peonies all vars., Jacs Smlts, Ltd., Naar- den, Holland. Peonies, leading vars.. W. & T. Smith Co.. Geneva. N. Y. Peonies only by the wholesale. Best 100 varieties. J. F. Rosenfield. West Point. Neb. Peonies, sixteen acres. Write for prices. Gilbert H. Wild. Sarcoxle. Mo. Peonies. Let us know your wants. Wag- ner Park Conservatories. Sidney, O. Peonies, a superb collection. Jackson & Perkins Co.. Newark. N. T. PETUNIAS. Petunias. Dreer's Single Superb and dbl. mixed. 2-in.. $2 per 100; $18.50 per 1,000; 3-in.. $3. R. Vincent. Jr. & Sons Co.. Wh ite Petunias, dbi., $3 per 100. Joseph H. Cunningham, Delaware. O. Petunias, dbl.. 2-ln.. $2 per 100. Byer Bros.. Chambersburg. Pa. POmSETTIAS. Polnsettias. strong, healthy, year-old, field- grown plants. $10 per 100. Whittlesey Floral Co., 1017 S. Boyle Ave., Los Angeles, Calif. PRIMULAS. Primulas, Chinese and obconlca, 3-ln.. $4 per 100. D. U. Augspurger & Sons Co., Peori a, 11 1. Primula obconlca. in fine bloom. $5 to $8 per 100. Mosbaek Greenhouse Co.. Onarga. 111. Primula obconlca in bloom. $12 to $50 per 100. Wm. J. Ehmann. Jr.. Corfu. N. Y. Primula obconlca. 214-ln.. $2 per 100; 300 for $5. J. C. Schmidt. Bristol. Pa^ PRIVET. 60,000 California privet and Ampelopsls Veitchll. field-grown. Ben]. Connell, Merch- antvllle. N. J. California privet, 10 to 15 Inches, branched, $10 per 1.000. Larger sizes at low rates. E. Y. Teas. Centerville. Ind^ RHODODENDRONS. Rhododendrons, hybrids, fine varieties as Everlstlanum. Caractacus. etc.. nice plants. 2-3 feet. 15-30 buds, $25 per 100. C. Kerk- voorde. "Wetteren. Belgium. Rhododendrons. 18 Ins., 8 to 12 buds, $» per doz.; 24 Ins., 12 to 15 buds, $12. Storrs & Harrison Co.. Palnesvllle, O. Rhododendrons. $6. $9, $12, $15, $18 per doz. Bobbink & Atkins, Rutherford, N. J. Rhododendrons. Jacs Smlts, Ltd., Naar- den. Holland. RESURRECTION PLANTS. Resurrection Plants. — We are strictly head- quarters for the Mexican resurrection plant, and ship all over the world. Dormant plants, guaranteed to "resurrect," $2 per 100. delivered: $10 per 1.000; 6.000 at $8.50; 10.000 at $8; 1.000 weigh about 45 pounds. Also cacti. The Francis E. Lester Com- pany Dept. L. S., Mesilla Park, N. M. ROOTED CUTTINGS. Rooted Cuttings: Coleus, 10 varieties, 60c per 100; $5 per 1,000. Salvias, 90c per 100: $7.50 per 1.000. Double Petunias, $1 per 100: $9 per 1.000. Heliotrope, $1 per 100: $9 per 1 000. Ageratum, 60c per 100: $4 per 1,000. Begonias (Gracilis). $1 per 100; $9 per 1.000. Birmingham Landscape and Nursery Co., P. O. Box 663. Birmingham. Ala. Rooted cuttings, prepaid per 100: Helio- trope. $1; Fuchsias, 8 kinds, $1; Paris daisies, yel. and white, $1; Cuphea, 75c; Vinca Var., 90c: Coleus, 10 kinds, 60c: Alter- nantheras. 3 kinds. 50c: Ageratum. 3 kinds, 60c: Swalnsona alba. $1; Dbl. petunias. 10 kin ds. $1. Byer Bros.. Chambersburg. Pa. Rooted cuttings: Verbenas. 70c per 100; $6 per 1.000. Mums. $1.25 per 100; $10 per 1 000 Daisies, white and yellow. $1 per 100; $8 per 1.000. Alyssum. 80c per 100; $7 per 1.000. Feverfew. $1.25 per 100. $10 per 1 000. Mme. Sallerol. $1.25 per 100: $10 per 1 000. C. Humfeld, Clay Center. Kans. If You Do Not Find What You Ne^d in Our Ready Reference Department, Write Us About it 354 The American Florist, Mar. 12 ROSES. Roses, Apricot, Franz Deegan, E, WiUard, Enchantress, Mrs. B. R. Cant, Wellesley, Pink Cochet, Burbank, Cham, of the World, Kalserln, Red La France. Mme. A. Chat- enay, White La France, M. Niel, Gruss an Teplltz, White Cochet, Souv. de P. Netting, Duch. Brabant, Marie Lambert, Safrano, Yellow Rambler, Tausendschon, Philadelphia Rambler. White Baby Rambler, 2%-ln., extra heavy, $3 per 100; $25 per 1,000. Write for prices on two-year-old plants. Wagner Park Conservatories, Sidney, O. Roses. White Killarney, R. C, $6.50 per 100; $60 per 1,000; 2%-in., $S.50 per 100; $75 per 1.000. Pink Killarney, R. C, $4 per 100; $85 per 1,000; 2%-In., $6 per 100; $55 per 1,000; My Maryland, R. C, $4 per 100; $35 per 1,000; 2%-in., $6 per 100; $56 per 1,000. Richmond, 2%-in., $6.50 per 100; $50 per 1,000. Brides, 3%-in., $6 per 100; $45 per 1,000. Am. Beauties, R. C, $4 per 100; $35 per 1,000; 214-in., $7 per 100; $65 per 1,000. Poehlmann Bros. Co., Morton Grove, III. ROSE PLANTS, 214 -INCH POTS. 100 1000 American Beauty $6 $45 Kalserin 4 35 Mrs. Jardlne 5 45 Killarney 6 45 Bride 3 25 Bridesmaid 3 25 Richmond 3 25 WIETOR BROS. 51 Wabash Avenue. Chicago. Roses, grafted White Killarney, My Mary- land. Pink Killarney, Richmond, rose pots, $15 per 100; 3%-In., $18. Brides, Maids, G. Gate, La France, Kalserin, rose pots. $10 per 100; 3H-ln., $15 Own root: W. Killarney, My Maryland. Richmond, Pink Killarney. Am. Beauty, 3-in., $9 per 100; 4-in.. $12 Brides. Maids. Perles. Sunrise. G. Gates. Chatenay. Kalserin. 3-ln.. $7 per 100; 4-in., $10. J. L. Dillon. Bloomsburg, Pa. AMERICAN BEAUTIES. 2-year old bench plants, $7 per 100. Strongly rooted Brides, Maids. Golden Gates, select 2 and 3-eye cuttings, $1.60 per 100. GULLETT & SONS Lincoln, 111. Roses rooted cuttings, Am. Beauty, $4 per 100; $35 per 1,000. Pink Killarney, i^-L" ^V, ,'""• *20 per 1,000. Richmond, Bride. $1.60 per 100; $12 per 100. Geo Relnberg. 61 Wabash Ave., Chicago. Roses, grafted and own root, Killarney, Richmond, My Maryland, White Killarney, Kalserin, Bride and Bridesmaid. w. H Elliott, Brighton. Mass. ' Roses, dormant field-grown, own roots Sweetheart, T. Blumschen. La Flamma' Trier, D. Perkins, Lady Gay. Debutante. Hiawatha, 12c each. Tausendschon, Barbler 20c. Dingee & Conard Co., West Grove, Pa! Rose. Flower of Fairfield, 3 to 6 shoots, *i ."^'■^l'"'- '"" P" l'""": 5 or more shoots $15 per 100. Schulthels Bros., Bad- Nauhelm. Germany. Roses, on own roots, budded, bedding H olneva N^T^"*^ '^^^' '^' * '^- ^'"'"' ^°- Taft rose. 2%-In.. $15 per 100. J. M. McCullough's Sons Co.. 316 Walnut St.. Cin- cinnati, O. ' Roses, Bride, Maid. Golden Gate, 3-ln $5 per 100. Geo. M. Emmans. Newton, N . J. Roses, Newport Fairy, 50c each; $20 per 100. Julius Roehrs Co., Rutherford, N. J. Roses leading varieties. Leedle Floral Co., Springfield, Ohio. Rose Dorothy Perkins. Ellwanger & Barry. Rochester. N. T. "»"e<=i aation and contraction. Putty become* hard amd brittle. Brokea glaas more eaiily nmored witawl breaVint •/ other elaa*, as bcean with jony, LAST* LONGKR THAN PUTTY. ■••y U apply. Ammoniated Lawn Lime Kills Weeds. IHakes Grass Grow. Applied as a light top dressing to lawns it kills all flat leaved weeds such as Dandelion, Daisy, Plantain, Sorrel, Chickweed, Moss, etc., in 48 hours and without other fertilizer produces a wonderful, luxuriant, rich, green growth of lawn grass — which is distinctly noticable 50 feet away. The use of Ammoniated Lawn Lime supersedes hand weeding of lawns, putting greens, etc. It saves the grass from being pulled up and in many cases ruined. Grasses lake a new vigorous growth, avoiding probable trouble in the future. /"V .-r- .-■.4-T4TjzLa-i a If very Weedy 1-lb. to 40 square feet, 25-lbs to 1/UclIllIllCaS* 1000 square feet, (20x50). Half to one-quarter ^C amount if moderately weedy. ABSOLUTELY GUARANTEED. Money refunded if not satisfactory. We want Seedsmen or Florists as agents and distributors in every important city and town. 2-lb. cans, 25c, 50 cans per case. 5-lb. cans 50c, 20 cans per case. Bags, 25-lbs. $2.00; 50-lbs. $3.60; 100-lbs. $6.00; 1000-lbs. and over 5c per lb. Retail Prices: Descriptive circular and wholesale prices on request. SUPERIOR CHEMICAL CO., (Incorporated Manufacturers.) Louisville. Kentucky. The "Meyer Green Silkaline'' is the only Green Thread that should be used by florists and growers. It is guaranteed full weight and full measure. Also Violet Thread for tying up Vio- lets. Price of both, $1.25 per lb. express or freight paid in good sized orders. JOHN C. MEYER & CO., i449 Middlesex St., Lowell, Mass. Evergreen Brand Flower Fertilizer. A Pure Plant Food immediately available. It permanently enriches the soil. It prevents the onslaught of plant diseases or insect pests. Can be used at any time during the growing season, dry or in solution. Put up in 12 pound cans, Price, $2.00 each. For Sale by Leading Jobbers Further information canjbe obtained from I Di Di JOHNSON GOif 64-66 Wabasli Ave., CHICAGO- I I The Mastin Automatic Whitewash and Spraying Machine Is Reliable, Practical and Durable The tank is made of galvanized shoi^t stei--!. and in brass. The pump isof brass throuuhout. simple and powerful. The mixing device keeps the contents of the tank well stirred up from slart to finish. When the machine is filled to within six inches of the top. a few strokes of the pump will compress enough air in the tank to produce a continuous mist-like spray for 15 minutes. .Ml parts are made to gause and mav be had for repairs. Ask your dealer about our Extension Hose, Extension Rods, and the Mastin Whitewastl Nozzle for Bordeaux mixture. Sold through Seedsmen, Dealers in Florists' and Poultry Supplies. J. G. MASTIN £c CO , 3124 West Lake St., CHICAGO, ILL. 366 The American Florist. Mar. 12. WILKS' Hot Wafer Boilers ARE TH£ MOST KCONOMICAL Boiler for Greenhouses No NUkt FlrenuB Reqnlrad wilkOBr iELF-FEEDIN6 HOT WATER BOILERS. Send for Catalog and Prices. S. WILKS MFG. Cp^ 1503 Sbleldi Ave. CHICAGO. Carman's Antipest! raSECTICIBE AND FXJNGICIDK For the Garden, Orchard and Greenhonse Noo-poisonous aod harmless to vegetation. Rills Green riy. Aphides, Bark Lice. Thrips Mealy Bug, Red Spider, Scale, wire Worms, Ants and Slugs. This is the grower's Friend Handy to use, cheap and effective, mixes readily in water. Destroys all insect pests and keeps down filth. Circulars on applica- cation. $1.S0 per gallon. \\%a in quarts, half gallons and in bulk, PERFECTION CHEMICAL CO., FLUSHING, N. Y. THE BEST Bug Killer and Bloom Saver For PSOOr Write ta P. R. PALETHORPE COMPANY, Owensboro, Ky Steel ReturnTubularBollers The Most Bconomiod Type of Boiler ioT Greenhonse Heating. Highly reoommended by well-known florists. JOHNSTON HEATINfl CO.. ^^11^%^. Holds Class Firmly See the Point 49" PEERifSS OIseIdk Points are thebe«t. No rights or lefts. Box of 1.000 poiati 75 eta, poitp&id. HENKT A. DREER, 714 CbMtnut St.. PhUk, Pk. siEBERrs zmc Nevet Rust GLAZING POINTS Are positiTely the best. Last forever. Over 30.000 pounds now in use. A sure preventative of arlass slipping. Effective on large or small glass. Easy to drive. Easy to extract. Two 8i?es ^ and H. 40c per lb . by mail 16c extra: 7 lbs, for $2.50 151bs. for $5.00. byexpress. Forsale by the trade. RANDOLPH a McCLEMENTS, Saccessors to Chas. T, Slebert. Banm 6 Beatt y Sts., Pittsburg. PITTSBPKG, Pa, — The largest Ameri- can flag in the world, 80x160 feet, Is now being used for shading Easter lilies at Schenley park in the Phipps conservatory. The Superior Standard RETURN FLUE FIRE BOX BOILER contains more heating surface, and less water space than any other steel boiler. aling surface is in the tubes. Ask t h e man that knows the one using different style boilers —names are yours for the asking. After using our boiler one season, you will say like all others: Nothing but "Superior" for me. This boiler has'glven better satisfaction than any other boiler on the market MADE IN NINE (9) SIZES FOR HOT WATER. Send for catalogue and list of growers that are using this boiler. THE SUPERIOR MACHINE & BOILER WORKS, 840 -850 Superior St., Chicago, THE KROESCHELL BOILER is the only perfect HOT WATER BOILER. We manufacture avory type of boiler io ua«, but our ffreenhousa boiltr, because of iti apecial congtruction. possessei many adrai- tarta over any other type. Prices and catalogue on appUcatloa. KROESCHELL BROS. CO. 452 W. Erie SI. CHICAGO What W. J. Palmer & Son, Lancaster and Buffalo, New York HAVE TO SAY OF "DETROIT" AUTOMATIC RETURN STEAM TRAPS. "We have been usiuf; two of your "Detroit' Traps the past winter on a Gravity System and lind they keep the pipe clear of condensation, therefore making the return do as much as the flow. We are able to heat with less number of pipe than formerly and keep the houses far more even in t^mperatur*'." "DETROIT" Traps will do the same for yon. Catalog No. 266 on Steam Traps. American BlowerGompany Saves 10 to 25% of the coal your boiler is using. Positive guarantee given Send for circular "N" and our famous Lecture on Combustion. U. S. ROCKING GRATE BAR CO., 77 Jackson Boulevard, CHICAGO. For RELIABLE STOCK From RELIABLE DEALERS Keep Tab on Advts. in THE FLORIST igio. The American Florist. 357 A Gutter With a Repatation Atk the man who has tried them. For further particulars, write to GEO. M. GARLAND CO., DES PIAINES. OL. I^r* Haa stood the test of over a Quarter or a Century. THOMSON'S Vine, Plant and Vegetable MANURE UNRIVALLKD FOR VincB, Tomatoes, Cucumbers all Floweriog, Foliage aDd Frait t>earin( PlaDts, Vtgetables, LawDi, etc. The result of many years practical experienee. PIRIICT PLANT FOODS Sold by L««diD^ American Seedsaasn. Thomson's Special Chrysanthemnia and Topdresslng Manure. Frslffht paid en qnaDtities. Write for oar special offer to the American trade, pamphlati, araats' drcalars. etc.. to sole makers, WM. THOMSON & SONS, Ltd., Tweed Vineyard, Clovenfords, Scotland - KEEP A • Holly standard Circulator busy and watch results. SUB-TARGET GUN COMPANY Steam Eneineerin? Department. 216 HlgU Street BOSTON. MASS. Crimped Invisible Superior Carnation Staple (patent applied for.) For repairing split carnations. 1000 for 50 cents Postpaid. L. J. WAITE. 293 Main St., Springfield, Mass. VI^-CE^•^■Es, Ixd. — W. A. Rieman and wife were both on the sick list re- cently. Gr-^nd Rapid.s, Mich. — The Michi- gan Sphagnum Co., with headquarters in this city, has been incorporated at Lansing; with a capitalization of $12,- 000. Of this $3,000 is preferred stock and $7,500 has been subscribed. The purpose is to grow and market sphag- num moss for protecting bulbs and other perishable articles. Those inter- ested are Albert Myers. Coopersville; Clifford R. XInkrich and Edward A. Bending, holding $3,500 each. Are You Going to Build? Then send for our esti- mate before you buy. Get our catalogs. Our prices are reasonable and material the best that can be made. IS 1 n Q E R ^1 O D E R N GREEMHOUSSS jOHh c MorsmqER co 902BLACKHAWKST. CHICAQO Attentionll Glass Buyersll GREENHOUSE GLASS. Yon will save money if yon obtain our prices before yon buy. Qnality A. No. 1. Prompt shipmeaits. Hooker's Greenhouse White Paint The most durable white paint for this purpose. Half barrels, (26 gallons), per gal. $1.35. 6 gal. pails, per gal. $1.40 H. M. HOOKER COMPANY, Long Distance Phone Monroe 4994. WHOLESALE GLASS AND PAINTS, 651-659 Wasliington Boulevard, GHIGA60. Among Florists itis"THE MOREHEAD" !WHY?! DECAUSE it is giving them service they thought conld not be bought ^ for money. With an installation of a Moretiead Return Steam Trap there begins a better growth of flowers, a more even temperature in your greenhouses, a decided decrease in your fuel bill and an infinite period of satisfaction. Let us put your name on our list of "satisfied users." Our "Trap Book" sent on request. MOREHEAD M'F'G. CO., Dept. N, Detroit, Mich. PoETLAM). Oee. — With many men of prominence in attendance, the annual rose planting exercises of the rose festival were held February 22 on the grounds of the Forestry building. The ceremony was one of the most notable civic demonstrations in the history of the city. l;ic HMoMi, ixii. — :\i. ilamaski, a young Japanese of Tokio and a rep- resentative of his government at the Alaska-Yukon exposition, is now study- ing floriculture at the E. G. Hill Co.'s place. His father is a high official in Japan and secretary to the brother of the mikado. S-iS The American Florist. Mar. 12, Tobacco Paper IS THX STRONGEST BEST PACKED EASIEST APPLIED 24 sheets $ 0.75 144 sheets 3.50 288 sheets 6.50 1728 sheets 35.10 JNICO'rUniB ° "::::: "' Furnishes the cheapest __ . _,. >. - ^, __ _ JUST NOTE PRICES Most Nicotine for the Money! pi„t $ 1.50 1/2 Gaiion 5.50 Gallon 10.50 Manufactured by THE KENTUCKY TOBACCO PRODUCT CO., Louisville Ky. 5 Gallons 47.26 \ * I Model Extension Carnation Support Made with two ot three circles. En- dorsed by all the Leading Carnation Growers as the best support on market. Pat. July 27. '97. May 17, "98 GALVANIZED WIRE ROSE STAKES. Write for prices before orderine elsewhere. Prompt shipment guaranteed IGOE BROS., 266 North 9th St., BROOKLYN. N.T. THE ART OF Floral... Arrangement. The first special newspaper in the world for floral arrangement. 400 Partially Colored Illustrations Annually. Specimen number free. Subscription, $2.90 yearly. BINDEKUNST-VERLAG, J. Olbertz, ERFUR T, GERMANY. Now is the Time To Subscribe to the Horticultural Trade Journal Published weekly. The Largest Brightest and Best British Trade Publication. Also THE INTERNATIONAL EDITION Published quarterly. Annualsub- scription for weekly and quarterly numbers. One Dollar. (Interna- tional money order). Subscribe today and keep in touch with European markets and topics. The Horticultural Printing Company, BURNLEY, ENGLAND. The Florists' Market Place, Our Ready Reference Ad. Dept Wilson's Corsage=Bouqflet —HOLDER— Award of "Highly Commended" at the S. A. F. Trade Exhibition at CincioDati. Holds Corsage-Bouquet securely and gracefully. Prevents damage to apparel. Adjustable to any diameter of bouquet stem. Adaptable to anythingfromVioIcts to Rosea Uoes away with Corsage Pins. A handsomely silver plated article and ornamental in itself, Samples to trade, 25c each, by mail postage paid. By the dozen, $3.00, postage paid. Correspoedeoce solicited. Address Robert G. Wilson, ^;i'e°„''AJe'°^ Brooklyn, N. Y. Uention the American Florist when writing EAGLE WIRE WORKS -Manufacturers of- Wire Floral Designs and Specialties. Catalogue Free. 3238 Ontario St., CLEVELAND, O. Mention the American Florist luhen writing Lock the door before the horse is stolen, and insure your glass before it is broken. For particulare concerping H«U IneBrance, »ddre«i JOHN G. ESLER, Secretary REED & KELLER, 122 W. 25th St., NEW YORK. FLORIST'S SUPPLIES. Wo Manufacture all Our Metal Designs, Baskets, Wire Work, and Novelties, and are dealers in Glass- ware, Pottery, Decorative Greens and all Florists' Requisites. A. HERRMANN, Cape Flowers, all colors, CVcas Leaves, Metal Desig^ns and all Florist Supplies. — Send For Prices 4(14412 East 34th St., NEW YORK. Mention the American Florist when writing B. BAYCRSDORFER & CO. Florists' Supplies. IIM Arm Street, PBILADELTHIA. rA Send for cur sew catalogue. are easy to kill with The Fumigating Kind Tobacco Powder $3.00 per bag 100 lbs. Satisfaction guaranteed or money bacfel why try ctieap substitutea tliat makers do not dare to guarantee ? THE H. A. STOOTHOFF CO.. MOUNT VERNON NEW YORK. CUT FLOWER BOXES EDWARDS FOLDING BOX CO MANUFACTURERS PHILADELPHIA. PA. Florists' Refrigerators Write us for catalos and prices, stating size you roquiro. and for what kind of cut flowers you wish to use the refrigerator: also state whether you wish it for display or only for storage. McCray Refrigerator Co 960 MIU Street, KENDALLV aLI. IWD Wired Toothpicks 10 000. $1.75; 50.000, $7 50. Manufactwed by W J. GOWEE, BERLIN, N. T. Sample free. For sale by dealera. igio. The American Florist. 359 fr^oie 46 95 O^R^'V HEWS STANDARD POTS POT MAKERS FOR 140 YEARS WORLDS LARGEST MANUFACTURERS Pearson Street, LONG ISLAND CITY, N.Y. WRITE FOR CATALOG AND DISCOUNTS. A. H. HEWS & CO. Established 1 76S. CAMBRIDGE, MASS. 452-460 No. Branch St., CHICAGO ILL. All The Clay FOR OUR Florists' Red Pots Is prepared by passing through a screen 1600 meshes to the square inch. If in a hurry for pots order from us. We ship over five lines of railroad by river or interurban. Write for catalop.ue showing all the articles we make for liorists' use. THE PETERS & REED POTTERY CO. Z &NESVII.LE, OHIO . Standard Flower Pots! Packed io small crates, easy to handle Price per crate JSOO 2-in , in crate, $4.8S 1500 214 5,25 1500 24 6,00 1000 3 5,00 800 3'4 5,80 500 4 4.50 456 4H 5,24 305 451 21U 5H 3 78 Price per crate 144 6-in.,in crate, $3,15 120 7 ■■ 4.20 60 8 " 3,00 HAND MADE 48 9-in,, in craie, $3 60 48 lO " 4.i!0 24 tt ■■ 3,60 24 12 •■ 4.80 12 14 •• 4.80 6 16 ■■ 4.50 Send for price Seed pans, same price as pots. __ . list of Cylinders for Cut Flowers. Haneing Baskets. Lawn Vases, etc. Ten per cent off lor cash with order. Address HILFINGER BROS. POTTERY: Fort Edward. N.Y. or August Rolker & Sons. New York Agents 31 Barclay Street. New York City, Plant Bed Cloth For Florists. Gardeners, Truck Farmers, etc. Protects from frost. Best shade in summer. Sold by leading seedsmen. Waterproof Sheeting, Hay Caps, Etc. HENRY DERBY, 123 F Chambers St., New York. Mention the American Florist when writing The Regan Printing House LARGE BCNS Or CATALOGUES WKnE FOR FIGORSS. 91 Plymouth Fiace, CHICAGO Gorham ^ Chapline T\TCTn4n*»T ir,r CATALOGUES Prinicry ^"<=- price lists. HALFTONES, ENGRAVINGS and PRINTING FOR FLORISTS. 358 Dearborn Street, CHICAGO. IsHPEMiNO, Mich. — Ed. Sandberg-, who has been employed at the Trebil- cock greenhouses for the past five years, has accepted a position in the Negaunee Nursery and Greenhouses, Negaunee. Use our patent Iron Bench Fittings and Roof Supports. ^ IMPROVtO; '"'JENNINGS IRONGUTTEIR. IMPROVED VAPORIZING PANS For Tobscco Extracts, etc. Send JorClrcnlars. DUXER, CASKEY & KEEN, S. W. earner Oxtk aad Berk Streets PHILADE1JH4 THIS shows the startling lightness of a U-Bar interior. Write to Plerson U-Bar Co., 1 Madison Ave., New York, for their catalog. -'- -p- 200 feet of Side Sash Run on One Gear. ^^^ A long run like this is now thorou,t;hly practical w-heji operated by our new patented traveling shaft gear. Every sash in the run opens exactly the same distance. Double geared gear and absence of all torsion makes operation remarkably eas\-. More and more rose growers are appreciating the need of under bench side ventilation and this is the first apparatus on the market to meet the conditions satisfactorily. Write for particulars. Hitchings & Co., New York: 1 1 70 Broadway Elizabeth, N. J. HOT BED SASH Louisiana Red Cypress Hot Bed Sasli 20,000 Glazed Hot Bed Sash, painted, .Sx6 ft., 1st quality soft Pine Each $ 1.50 40,000 Glazed 'Xouisiana Red Cypress"- sash, 3x6 ft., best quality Each 1.66 Complete Hot Bed Outfits, including subframe, top frame and sash, 6x6 ft., 34-in. deep Each 7.98 Large Stock of Standard Pipe, will be cut to any length. We can save vou .50'/o. 50,000 feet 1-in. Standard 2, 000 feet 10-in.' Standard 80,000 ft. il^i-in. Casing. Pipe. Pipe. y,000 ft. 6%-in. Casing. 20,000 ft. 11^ -in. Standard 4,000 feetl2-in. Standard 9,000 ft. 614-in. Casing.. Pipe. Pipe. 1,250 ft. 8'4-in. Casing. 30,000 feet 2-in. Standard 35,000 ft. 1-34-in. Casing. 1,500 ft. Riveted Steel Pipe Pipe. 40,000 ft. 314-in. Casing. 24 to 72-in. diameter. All kinds of "BuUding Material," "Structural Iron," "Soil Pipe," "Hose," etc., at a saving to 3-ou of at least one-third. Send for our new 500-page Catalog No. 47. Free upon request. CHIGieO HOUSE WRECKING CO., 35tl) aod Iroi Sts., Cliicago. The IVIan Who Puts up a Range that Shows Quality in Every Detail Almost Invariably Equips it With the :ifcrff^jAat%fUr The Kroeschell Boiler NOT CAST-IRON Was installed to Heat Over 9,000,000 Square Feet of Glass During the Past Four Years. : : : : The Kroeschell Boiler | Replaced Over 1,500 Cast Iron Boilers in the Short pe- riod of Six Years. : : : : THE KROESCHELL PIPING SYSTEM THE KROESCHELL GENERATOR Circulation is perfect. Cheaper and belter than I , M 4 . T 2 2-inch threaded pipe. Overcomes all the disadvantages 4-inch cast-iron pipe. No deep lioiler pits required. Expressions of the Men who Know: Kroeschell Boilers Are Not Over-Rated. Our heating system works to perfection. To our surprise the new No. 8 boiler mas- tered the whole plant, consisting of five houses :3(i x 150. We on'y deemed it neces- sary to start our second boiler when the temperature went down to 8° below zero. >A/'e had expected to use both boilers in cold weather, but the one boiler did such excellent work that we did not run the two boilers until December 5th when the very cold weather set in. It was a very easy matter to keep the temperature up in the very coldest weather and stormiest n ghts. The five houses have 20,-'HXl square feet S of glass, the No. 8 boiler is rated at lti..VMi - square feet of glass. MUELLER & SCHROEDER CO.. 926 9th St. Milwaukee, Wis. a of Cures slupHish circulation. Water travt-ls throe to five tiiii.-s faster. Saws fuel, Previ-nts boiling over. Water can be bi-ated to 240 degrees without boiling, making it possible to have steam tempfra- turfs in vour piping if wanted. Greatly improves systems having long mains and coils. Can be connected to any hot water systi-m. im matter what kind of boiler or piping is used' Easy to install— simply attach to your pn^nit .Apaiisioii pipe. KROESCHELL BROS. CO., 452 W. Erie Street, CHICAGO, the Kroeschen Generator. LOKIST Rmerica is "the Fraw of the IIbssbI; thsrs man be mare comfort Umidships, but we are the first to touch Unknown Seas,' Vol. XXXIV. CHICAGO AND NEW YORK, MARCH 19, 1910. No. 1137 The American Florist TWENTT-FIFTH YEAR. CopjTight, 1910, by American Florist Company. Entered as Second-Class Matter Nov. 11, 1891, at the Post Office at Chicago, Illinois, under act of March 3, 1879. PuBusBBD Evert Saturday bt AMEMCAN FLORIST COMPANY, 324 Dearborn St., Chicago, Long Distance Phone : Harrison 7465. Eastern Office : 1 133 Broadway, New York. Pbiladelphia, Pa.: Robt. KUt, 1725 Ctiestnut St. Re^stered Cable Address : Ameflo, Chicago. Subscription, United States and Mexico, $1.00 a year; Canada, $2.00; Europe and Countries in Postal Union, $2.50. Subscriptions accepted only from the trade. Vol- umes half yearly from August, 1901. Address all correspondence, subscriptions, etc., American Florist Co., 384 Dearborn St., Chicago. SOCIETY OF AMERICAN FLORISTS AND ORNAMENTAL HORTICULTURISTS. Officers — F. R. Pierson, Tarrytown. N, V., Pros,; Fred VV. Vick. Rochester. N. Y.. Vice- Pres.; H. B. I3orner. Urbana. 111., Sec'y: Wm. F. K.^sting, Buffalo, N. V.. Truas. Next meetintr at Rochester. N. V.. Aueust. 1910. Second National Flower Show. Boston. Mass.. .....rch. 1911. THE AMERICAN CARNATION SOCIETY. Next annual convention and exhibition at Boston. Mass., March. 1911 Fred. Burki. Pittsburg. Pa.. President: A. F. ]. Baur. Thirty- eighth St. and Senate Ave.. Indianapolis, Ind.. Secretary. AMERICAN ROSE SOCIETY. Next annual meeting and exhibition at Bos- ton. March 1911. Wm. H. Elliott, Brighton. Mass . President; .\. F.\khn\\ ald, Roslyn, Pa. \ice President, Benjamin Hammond,- Fishiill- OD-HudsoD, N. Y., Secretary. AMERICAN PEONY SOCIETY. Seventh annual meeting at Horticultural Hall. Boston. Mass.. June 1910. B. H. Farr Reading. Pa., Pres.: A. H. Fewkes, Newton Highlands. Mass. Sec'y. Turn Your Surplus Stocks Into Cash By Advertising in the Ready Reference Department. See Page 411. SUGGESTIONS FOR EASTER Easter Preparations. There is every indication that the coming Easter will be one of the best on record. Wo are just emergirtg from a cold winter and tRe spring- like feeling will unloose the purse strings. Business generally is good and there is absolutely no reason to fear anything but a good all around holiday trade. To do this we must be prepared. It will not do to wait un- til the orders come in before seeing to it that abundant stocks of cut flow- er.s, plants, baskets, ribbons and the hundred and one little sundries that are needed are on hand. Lilies, for instance, are among the most im- portant items for Easter sales. If not already done the retailer should take a look around his growers' stocks, select what plants he needs and have them saved for him. For there will not be too many lilies this year. The date is early and growers who did not begin forcing Giganteums early are so far behind that they have already given up all hopes. Har- risii has in many places been ex- tremely disappointing. We hear of one grower who purchased 5,000 bulbs and gave them the best treatment he knew whe >ill not have 100 good plants for Easter. There will be many thousands in, of course, in all the principal centers of production as well as with local growers but t>cy v. ill be all wanted and more. The price, too, will be comparative- ly high and this will lead to a better demand for moderate priced plants and cut flowers of quality. Azaleas are always popular at Easter and here we may mention a very good idea noted in regard to decorating these Ijlants. An ordinary colored mat. such as is sold by the thousand for the purpose is tacked around a wooden pail or tub of small size. The pots of azaleas, rhododendro.ns, hydran- geas, rambler roses or any other kind are simply placed inside this tub and there you are. No tying, no possible chance of the mat slipping off and the apper ranee as good as it is pos- .«ible to make it. One thing with regard to these mats should be noted. We often see them of glaring colors quite out of contrast with the flowers of the plant they are supposed to decorate. This is bad color combina- tion and must be eliminated. We will not here go into the matter of color harmony. It iS well treated on in the excellent paper that appears on page 365 of this issue by a past master in this art. But we would like to mention what struck us as a very beautiful combination last yea-i". This was a mat of a kind of silver grey wrapped around combination pots of lily of the valley and yellow daffodils. The rather pale green of the lily of the valley foliage, the deeper tint of the daffodil leaves, the yellow flowers and the silver cover were exquisite and it is well worth repeating. Rambler Roses. Among Easter plants outside of lil- ies there is probably nothing so beau- tiful or so popular as the rambler roses. There are so many varieties now that the retailer who wishes to have as good a stock as his neighbor must have a good selection of them. It would be hard to say which is the best rambler rose for Easter there are so many good ones. But we must confess to a strong predilection in favor of Lady Gay. It is without doubt one of the finest introductions of recent years' and has become ex- treinely popular. Grown any way and ill any style it is beautiful, but in none more so, we think, than in natural form, its shoots pinched only enough to keep it in some semblance of a shapely plant. The lateral shoots I on which the flowers appear are just I strong enough to hold the flowers at the right pose without being stiff on the one hand or too loose on the other. But there are many customers who prefer plants trained either fan- shaped, globular or pyramidal and when this is the case these must be catered to. One well known firm of plant growers at least is sending this rose out in umbrella form and this 362 Ihe American Florist. Mar, /p, will doubtless prove popular with cus- tomers who like something: novel. Dorothy Perkins is too well known and too generally liked to need any praise from us. Its free flowering, good habit and its delightful soft coloring make it a favorite everywhere. Not perhaps quite so well known but a most beautiful thing is Tausendschon or Thousand Beauties. In this lovely rose all tints are displayed from rosy white to deep rose in the buds and opening blooms. It does not bear forcing so well as some other varieties but careful growers who started it early and brought it along steadily are in good time with it and such men will have it at its freshest and best for Easter. No retailer should be without a few plants of "Thousand Beauties." The various dwarf or "Baby" ramblers are exquisite little plants, either for use in baskets or as single plants in any of the pretty lit- tle pot covers and other devices that are now so popular. They come in various colors, almost all of the popu- lar ramblers having its dwarf counter- part. Among the more recent novel- lies there are several beautiful things. Newport Fairy is a charming single with most exquisite coloring. Hia- watha is another popular good thing and all these help to give a variety to the stock. The old Crimson Ramb- ler has lost some caste but is still a good seller and, as far as we are aware, unbeaten in its color when grown under glass. We never recom- mended it highly as an outdoor rose on account of the poor color of its foliage except under the most favor- able conditions, but under glass forced gently it is a grand old rose. Cut Flowers. In giving a retailer advice on hand- ling cut flowers we feel in something the position of the college boy who explained to his grandmother how to perforate the base and apex of the egg before withdrawing the contents, but we hope, at any rate, our remarks will be taken as kindly as they were by the dear old lady. Many retailers, we are convinced, lose a great oppor- tunity of educating the public to be flower buyers by maintaining a very high price on cut flowers at times of special demand. "They only come here at holiday times and we've got to soak them," said a retailer to the writer at Christmas. Now, this is the wrong spirit. There will be plenty of flowers for Easter in all probability and if the wholesaler, the grower and the retailer would combine, not to inflate prices, but to endeavor to move all the stock at a good profit, then a fine show could be made in the retail- ers' windows, the public could buy their supplies at a reasonable rate and there w-ould not be such a num- ber of fakirs around selling at ridic- ulously low prices on the streets. We know that prices and profits cannot be figured down to a system as they can on some other goods. Department stores have tried that and many of them have signally failed. Flowers and plants are living, perishable things, and cannot be preserved, re- frigerated and held for high prices as are many other necessities of life. But is the florists' trade of our great country to pass into the hands of Greek ice cream vendors, who buy with spirit and take chances on sell- ing at ever so small a profit, or are the legitimate florists going to keep their end up? Good business men in the retail' end arc watching this. They are advertising their prices, both in local papers and by signs in their stores, and they are getting the busi- ness while the man with the one idea — that of "soaking" his customers, is standing behind his counter and won- dering when things are going to liven up a bit. Think it over. There is more in it than meets the eye at first and we must have better methods if the business is to remain on a sound footing. Bridal Bouquet by Ganger & Gormley, Chicago. Madi- r>l White Orchids (Phalajnopsis Aniabilis)- Foliage Plants, Ferns and Palms. There are always customers for ferns and foliage plants at all holi- days. It is true that they see these, more or less, all the year arour. ?, but people of moderate means are apt to consider the lasting qualities even of an Easter present and many a careful liousekeeper is more pleased with a nice palm. Boston fern or rubber plant that will form a decorative fea- ture in a room for many months than the finest bunch of American Beauty roses or the beautiful but fleeting Eas- ter lily. Then there are quite a num- ber of small, brightly tinted foliage plants of the croton, dracsena and pandanus type that are necessary for making up in small decorative de- vices, baskets, etc.. to say nothing of the small ferns and palms, such as Cocos Weddeliana, Geonoma gracilis and Phoenix Roebeleni for lir.;ng up fern dishes and table ferneries. All these must be on hand to show cus- tomers or a good deal of the best class of trade will be lost. As to va- rieties it is not necessary here to go into them. There are many of them grown in quantity by the plant spe- cialists and an early visit to their es- tablishment when this is possible or a look through their lists will put one on the right track to a well furnished stock for the great day. Miscellaneous Flowering' Planls. Among miscellaneous plants flower- ing at Easter the azalea takes a high place. As noted above it needs some- thing to set it off, as it has a flat ap- pearance used alone. Mme. van der Cruyssen, Vervaeneana, Niobe, Bernard Andreas and its white form (Alba) and Professor Wolters are all good and there are several dwai'f, small flowering kinds, probably relatives of the old A. amoena that are fine for basket work. These arn all varieties of A. Indica, but the mollis and Ghent varieties are very pretty, too, with their soft pink and yellow tints and their delightful fragrance. These need other flowering or foliage plants with them usually, though with a well chosen pot cover, a well grown Azalea mollis is very pretty. Pot grown lily of the valley is a good seller and here we can never understand why the retailer with a little glass of his own does not go into its culture more. He may not have the facilities for growing valley regularly as a cut flow er proposition, but why he does not purchase a few pips and grow his own pot stock is a mystery. There is nothing difficult about it and he can get from 75 cents to $1 for a pretty little pot of valley without any trouble. Compare this with the price wholesalers get for the cut flowers and figure out the profit. We don't say there is a million in it. but on the other hand we certainly do not know of a more profitable little side line. Rhododendrons are good sellers where the patronage of the store is of the class that is willing to pay a good price and they are most satis- factory to handle. But where %!-%% is the best one can get for plants then, of course, rhododendrons are out of reach. All yellow baskets of plants have come to be very popular at Eas- ter and here the genista shines. It is a cheap plant, hardy and stands well, showy and very satisfactory to handle. Combined with yellow daffo- dils or yellow hyacinths it makes a charming basket and is also useful for selling as single specimens. Spireas are typical Easter plants, the grace- ful foliage and flower spikes associat- ing well with any kind of decorations or other plants. Then they are com- paratively cheap and a fine plant can be retailed for $1-$1.50. The old white form is somewhat out of the running with the newer improved varieties, but even now it is good and large numbers are sold annually. Always tell customers to water these plants co- piously for the pots are full of roots and the great heads of flowers and foliage form a great drain upon them. Marguerites are pretty and useful plants indispensiblc at this time. Thev igio. The American Florist. 363 EASTER BASKET OF LILIES AND OTHER PLANTSuBY ERNST WIENHOEBER CO., CHICAGO. 364 The American Florist. Mar. jg, should be secured in small pots for basket work as well as larger ones for selling- singly. Plant Baskets. The plant basket has long been a favorite form of Easter present and has proven a profitable line for the retailer. At Easter there are perhaps more flowering and foliage plants than at any other holiday and a retailer has only himself to blame if he does not get a good variety into his bas- kets and other devices. Of late years simplicity in arrangement has been the prominent note in this class of work and this can be combined with grace and effectiveness with the ma- terial at hand. Our illustrations show, far better than we can hope to, how these baskets should be arranged. Beautiful effects can be worked out in the one color styles. For instance, as a pink basket we have seen very beau- tiful results from using Dorothy Per- kins or Lady Gay roses with Primula obconica or Sinensis, cyclamens or pink hyacinths. Narcissus and daffodils combined with genistas and tied with a ribbon of old gold makes a charm- ing all yellow device and many others can be worked out in keeping with the stock at command. White and green, although very chaste and beau- tiful, have a cold, funeral like ap- pearance and, unless specially desired, are not to be unduly pushed. A single Easter lily, of course, is very fine and makes a welcome present, but in the usual run of basket, patrons look for brightness and color and plenty of it: not a jumbled heterogenous mass of all the colors of the rainbow, but prettily blended or strongly contrast- ed tints that are telling and effective without being garish. THE RETAIL TRADE The fine bouquet of white orchids, illustrated on page 362 is the work of Ganger & Gormley of State street, Chicago, and was made for the wed- ding described in our issue of Febru- ary 26, page 211. It was made of that beautiful white orchid, Phalseenopsis amabilis, but, unfortunately, the en- graving does not show as clearly as we could wish the beauty of the work or the delicate loveliness of the flowers. It is a splendid orchid for the purpose and one of the most choice and chaste flowers in cultiva- tion. Store Window Wedding: Decoration. The accompanying illustration shows a wedding decoration recently dis- played in the show window of Chas. Thorley's store. Fifth avenue and Forty-sixth street. New York. The idea is very original and we do not recall anything similar in window decorations. Everything is here shown that may be seen in a high class wedding decoration. On the prie-deau is the bridal bou- quet of white orchids and lily of the valley. Elsewhere there is a French garland of pink roses for the matron of honor; a bouquet of pink roses and lily of the valley for the bridesmaid; chanticleer hats of pink roses and daisies for the flower girls and corsage bouquets of orchids for the mothers of the bride and groom. There are also bouttonieres of white roses for the fathers; a bouttonier of white orchids for the groom; one of lily of the valley for the best man and others of gar- denias for the ushers. There are chanticleer bunches of white roses for the coachman and horse bridles and decorated whips for the . departing bridal party. The elaborate altar dec- orations of orchids, lilies, ferns, daisies, and other fine foliage plants can be easily recognized and appre- ciated. This illustration, in addition to its leading features, shows a dis- tinct advance in photography. The photograph was taken at night, and it is so natural that they even caught the boxwood hedge, outside of the window, which is another of Thorley's original ideas. St. Patrick's Day in the Morning. H. R. Hughes, Chicago, mailed the fol- lowing circular to prospective retail cus- tomers, calling attention to his St. Patrick's day window decorations, reproduced here- with from photo. When President Taft arises to make his speech before the Irish Fellowship club on St. Patrick's day this year, his feet will rest upon a section of the "ould sod" of Ireland, brought over to this city for that purpose. This is a little bit of sentiment that is particularly appropriate for such an occasion. Irishmen are very loyal to the soil of old Ireland, figuratively and literally, and lose no occasion to show their loyalty to the mother country. If conditions in Ireland, politically and industrially, had in the past been more favorable for the development of her citizens, America would not now be the home of so many of the best children of the Irish nation. Only a few can attend the Irish Fellowship dinner, however, and not many can take the time to go back to Ireland to see again the scenes of their early days. For this reason I have put a bit of Old Ireland in my window this month, in the form of a view of an A NOVEL WEDDING DECORATION IN THE WINDOW OF CHAS. THORLEY'S STORE, FIFTH AVENUE, NEW YORK. jgio. The American Florist. 366 ST. PATRICKS DAY WINDOW, BY H. R. HUGHES, WEST VAN BUREN STREET, CHICAGO. Irish castle. Some of my Irish friends tell me it resembles a view they have seen in the old country. Tou may wonder who is the young Irishman in the scene. That is An- drew Mack, leading the famous donkey he rides when he sings those Irish songs that bring down the house. By the way, there is an old prece- dent that forbids a president of the United States from leaving the country during his term of office. I am glad that President Taft has decided to make an exception to this rule in this instance, and that he will step for a few moments from American ground to the soil of the Emerald Isle. popular for every class of decoration. We have frequently described the ar- langement of these plant baskets and nted say no more on this subject at present, except that the fine basket fgured was the work of the Ernst AVienhoeber Floral Co., Chicago. Easter Basket of Lilies and Other Plants. No flower is so popular at Easter as Lilium longiflorum, either as a pot plant or cut, and it is equally useful as a basket plant for associating with other species. It stands head and shoulders above everything else in its ehaste beauty and charm and there is nothing in the whole range of plants 'that can compare with it for the spe- •rial festival after which it is popular- ly named. A lily can never be put in [the wrong place; it associates well hvith any and every other kind of flow- k-r and plant and does not lose any of I'ts fine individuality or detract from |the beauty of the others. It is this quality that makes the white lily so Color Harmony. .\ paper read by E. A. Slatterj- at the March meeting of the Buffalo Florists' Club. Ever since the Grecians in the early ages made garlands of flowers, the question of color harmony has been one that has received the atten- tion of those interested in supplying those wants, and the difference of opinion, that existed in those days, we find, are perplexing the florists of to- day, and in a far greater degree, for every year since those olden times, the demand has been constantly on the increase for floral decorations, until no social, business or other function is complete without its floral accom- jianiment. It is for this reason, no doubt, that I have been asked this ■ vening to give my views as to tlie harinony of colors in flowers, and thus pass on the craft we represent, the knowledge that I have acquired in my years of experience in this and other cities. THE MEAKIXG OF HARMONY. Color harmony? What does it mean? It means that blending of the various shades so that the picture pre- sented to the eye will be attractive, beautiful, and fascinating to a marked degree. When you have attained this, you liave reached the goal of satisfac- tion to your patron, as well as to your- self. True color harmony must origi- nate with the florist himself: others can suggest, but on his or her own ar- tistic judgment one must rely. True it is, that, what will be pleasing to the eye of one person, will not appeal in as strong a degree to another; this is often due to a want of that feeling called by many the aesthetic sense. FOLLOW NATURE. Nature, 'tis true, is the best harmon- izer, and a person following in her footsteps cannot wander far from the true pathway of color harmony. Cer- tain individuals are blessed by either being born with, or later developing to a greater degree than others, the art of harmonizing colors; if this were not so, all of us would be expert har- monizers, and handle the various shades with -the same impunity, yet with that sublimity .that Nature does herself. Nature has endowed many persons with a clearer perception of the true idea in color harmony than is given to others; to such fortunate persons, be they florists or not, the problem of color harmony has been solved, for it is within their own brain that the scheme of harmony is devel- oped, and their handiwork will pro- 366 The American Florist. Mar. ig, claim their efficiency, and generous customers seelc their worlt. COLOR IN FUNEBAX FLOWERS. Not many years ago, when I first took up the art of the arrangement of flowers, if a customer desired a floral piece for a funeral, no one thought of making up anything except in white and green; and it was the height of impropriety to send a floral token with any color in it. Today how different. The floral emblems used at obsequies of the present day are most brilliant, and often gorgeous in their brilliancy, yet skilfully, deftly and artistically arranged. They are most pleasing to the eye, reflect the beauties of Nature, and, at the same time, are in complete harmony with the surroundings in the death chamber, be it in hovel or man- sion. This, the one color scheme, has been laid away with many other ob- solete ideas. The combinations that have taken the place of the one color schemes are more cheerful than those formerly in vogue, still they retain their artistic beauty. The change has benefited both the florists and their patrons. The former benefits by furnishing an outlet for the flowers of various col- ors, allowing a greater leeway in their selection and thus always being able to fill a "long felt want" by the sub- stitution of one flower for another, even if a little different in shading. In the one color scheme of harmony, this could not be done. It benefits the customers by giving a more cheerful aspect to their tokens, and the radiation of a cheerfulness among those who are the recipients of their gifts of flowers, be it the debutante, or the bereaved family of some departed soul. GREATER VARIETY. The range of vision and purchase of the patron and that of the florist have been widened, until the flowers that are in commercial use today are almost as numerous as the sands on the sea shore. This is a most satis- factory situation or condition, for it permits of color combinations that could never oefore be executed and brought to that perfection which is excelled only by Nature herself. The true idea of artistic and har- monious color blending must, and al- ways does, originate in the inner man or woman, the handiwork is but the visible evidence of the color working of the mind. If it is not in the mind it cannot be successfully transmitted to the floral pieces or scheme itself. You cannot get blood out of a beet, neither can you get artistic and har- monious combinations of colors from those persons who have no conception of harmony and beauty themselves. In submitting a few combinations of colors, that in my experience have found favor with the people in general, I do so fully realizing that they may, or may hot, meet with your approval, for, as I said in the commencement, there were differences of opinion along this score, in the ages past, and they are still with us in the twentieth century; but the combinations that I will submit, are those that have re- ceived the seal of public approval, and in this commercial age, that is what counts. TWO COLOR COMBINATION.?. Some years ago, I had the pleas, ure of first introducing a two color combination. For some length of time the idea met with ridicule from members of our craft, also from our best patrons, and not one was will- ing to give me the opportunity to demonstrate the beauty and artistic- ness of the idea by actual decoration. I abided my time, and finally per- suaded one of our best customers to grant my request, for I had embraced every opportunity to impress upon him the desirability, the effectiveness, that I felt sure would result from the coinbination I had in mind. I decorated the dinner table accord- ing to my two color scheme, and it was the "hit of my life." The colors Standard Crimson Rambler Rose. By Harry Rowc. Chicagro. — Accessories. Rod Ribbon. Boxwood Sprays and .Asparagus Plurnosus. in this particular combination were pink Killarney roses and yellow daisies. Today every florist in Buf- falo, and in fact all over the world, is using the same coinbination, evi- dence sufficient that the combination was a most happy thought, thoroughly artistic, attractive to the eye, and pleasing to the aesthetic taste. This combination, making the hit that it did, caused me to give serious thought to other color schemes, and I evolved the following combinations: Rich- mond roses and deep yellow roses, the Richmonds predominating. This com- bination is used most extensively to- day, and is a close second in popu- larity with the first mentioned. In speaking of yellow, I might say that a combination of yellow pompons and Bon Silene roses makes a most .'striking combination, and one that is very effective from every point of view. Yellow oncidiums and- violets form a combination most satisfactory, and one that will command the at- i tention of your patrons at once. The combining of Safrano roses and I violets is very pleasing, attractive and I a combination that is difficult to be.n while many find the combining Perle roses and violets form what has been termed by many florists as the | "combination irresistible." VIOLETS. Violets are the standby of the flor- ists for the reason that there are so many other fine flowers that will go well with them. In fact, there is not a flower of any color that will not go well with violets in a two color com- bination, with the possible exception of scarlet. To this fact is due much of the popularity of the violets. When- ever a customer is in doubt as to the color of the flowers he is to purchase for his lady to wear, on account of his not knowing the color of the bodice she is to wear, he can never s- amiss by suggesting violets, for tlv are a never failing match for pny shade or color. I could suggest to you combina- tions from now until morning, buf.the, few that I have mentioned will suf- fice to indicate that the day of one color scheme and combination has passed forever from the florists' hori- zon, and that upon us devolves the duty of making combinations that will be pleasing and find favor with our cus- tomers. No one has a nionopoly of the combination business; put your ideas into effect; make up a combina- tion that appeals to your idea of color attractiveness and effectiveness. It is by so doing that you give to the craft Che benefit of your ideas, and thus the floral art keeps pace with the progress of the hour. Many are bewildered by the com- plicated color schemes, for color har- mony, as we know it today, has made enormous and wonderful strides, both artistically and numerically, from the color harmony of 20, or even five, years ago, and there is no telling where further study and development of it will lead the coming generation of the florist craft. Asters to Follow Corn. Ed. American Florist : — I would like your advice, as I have a lot 70x100 feet which was planted to corn last year, but I want to plant it to asters this year. Would it be advisable to plow it in spring and put in some cow manure? Please state how much seed it would take for branching asters. R. Yes, plow as earily as possible in the spring to allow plenty of time for the manure to decompose, and turn the ground just as often as possible by cultivating, until time of planting. If after planting the piece is to be hand cultivated make the rows two feet; if cultivated with horse, two and one-half feet. One ounce of aster seed contains about 10-12,000 seeds. After making liberal allowances for injury and destruction of young plants in planting, etc., one ought to grow 5,000 mature plants. On a large scale we allow four ounces of seed to the acre, or about 3,000 plants to the ounce of seed. C. igio. The American Florist. 367 Preparations for Decoration Day. The demand of the high class trade for Decoration day is for well-grown stock in good bloom for immediate effect. Geranium plants must be well established, with heavy trusses of bloom, to command the best prices. It is waste of time to try and talk a would be customer Into buying small scrubby plants with the explan- ation that they will give better re- sults after planting than a larger one in full flower will do. This applies not only to the geranium, but to ev- ery other plant as well. Flowering plants, such as hydrangeas, marguer- ites, Canterbury bells, roses, etc., should be fresh, well-bloomed plants, that have not been subjected to heavy forcing and the bedding plants well established, thrifty, cool grown stock and not drawn and spindly. The hy- drangea plants for Decoration day should be now well established, mak- ing their new growths with the blooms just visible down in the new shoots. From this time on give them ample watering, never allowing them to wilt down for the want of it. Also apply liquid manure about every 10 days, with an occasional light dressing of sheep manure. Particular attention must be paid to the drainage of the pots. See this is kept clear as any clogging up will cause the foliage to turn pale and yellow. Give plenty of air on every favorable occasion and maintain a night temperature of 50'- 52°. Avoid any close high temperature or a soft growth will result and the plants suffer when taken from the greenhouse for sale. Any crowding of the shoots can be taken care of by thinning out the least prominent ones for propagating. Plant^ of Hydrangea arborescens grandiflora that were potted last fall and have been held dormant should be started up now. Thin out any small wood and prune back the growths to four or five good prominent eyes. Give the plants a good watering and start them in a temperature of 50°. Rambler roses should be started into growth now. Those that were pot grown last summer and have been covered up outside all winter should have the drainage examined so that the water passes away freely. Then remove a little of the top soil and fill in with a mulch of live soil consisting of one-third well rotted manure and two-thirds fresh soil, firming this well. Cut out all decayed leaves and dead wood, stake up and tie in the shoots as required. Water them carefully until root action commences after which they should receive a good soaking. Syringe the wood two or three times a day on bright days to make the eyes break liberally. They should be started cool. Give a temper- ature at night of 50°-52°, gradually raising it as the foliage appears. Ramblers are very subject to mildew if grown too warm and close, so be care- ful not to overdo it in this respect and, to guard against mildew, keep sulphur continually on one of the steam pipes. The Soupert and other roses for bed- ding should also be started into growth at this time, potting them into larger pots as they require it. Pelargoniums, fuchsias, heliotropes and marguerites can now be shifted into their flowering pots, using a moderately light soil not too heavily charged with manure. These plants require a live soil rich enough to make growth active but too much manure will cause a soft growth at the ex- pense of bloom. Start up the cannas now; we divide the roots into two and three prominent eyes, cleaning off all bedding plant trade is so important now that it is necessary to pay par- ticular attention to see that the stock is in fit shape to meet it. Geraniums should be well hardened, sturdy stock in good bloom. Those required for May sales and Decoration day planting should be in shape to be potted from 3 to 4-inch pots by March 15. This 1^1 U ^^^^^^^B fw.^^^j^ ■^1 ^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^L/j^TT^^H ■i.^1H i^^^^^l CANE HANDLED BIRCH BARK BASKET. By .Andrew McAdams. Chicago. —Whitu Hyacinths. Asparagus Plumcsus and Ferns. decayed matter, then place close to- gether in the sand of a warm propa- gating bed. They soon start into growth and, as quickly as they have made good roots they are potted into 3% and 4-inch pots according to the size of the root, using a fresh soil but being careful not to water too freely until the plants get well rooted. Cannas start up bet- ter in a warmer temperature than that given bedding stock in general and af- ter becoming established should be treated to plenty of fresh air to harden them. Geraniums are the most important of all plants for Decoration day and bedding out. These require close attention from this time on until the bedding plant trade is finished. The will give them ample time to make good stock. The final potting should therefore be attended to without de- lay. After potting they can be set pot thick until growth commences again but before they have a chance to become drawn by being over- crowded they should be spaced out. It takes room to grow a good geranium as well as any other plant. Geran- iums thrive best in a cool airy temper- ature with the roots kept a little on the dry side. While thinking of ger- aniums the question comes up as to what are the colors to grow. Without a doubt the best demand is for the semi-double varieties and the dark and bright scarlets are the best sell- ers. Those of the Beaute Poitevine or salmon shade have a good call; also 368 The American Florist. Mar. i^, the soft pink of Jean Viaud, but cus- tomers who try these one year seem to tire of them and come back to those of the S. A. Nutt color. The white varieties have only a limited demand, so the stocks of these should be gov- erned accordingly. The single varie- ties are very beautiful while in the greenhouse but they are not entirely satisfactory in this climate for bed- ding. Coleuses are plants- that to have them in good shape, need to be kept moving all-the time. Light soil, plenty of shifts and a warm temperature suits them to perfection. Plants now in 2 or 2 U -inch pots can be shifted into 3-inch and in a short while the the tops can be taken for more cut- tings without spoiling the original plant. Cuttings can also be put in right along. It takes but a short while for them to root if given a bottom heat of 65° potted up as soon as rooted and repotted as quickly as they require it. Mme. Salleroi geraniums are largely used for cemetery purposes. Stock of these propagated in January and now in 2% -inch pots will be ready for a shift into 3-inch pots the end of Btarch, after which, if overcrowded for room, they can go outside into cool frames. Plants held over from last fall can be shaken out from the soil, cleaned up and repotted into fresh soil. Fall transplanted pansies held in frames all winter, should now be given ventilation at every favorable opportunity and where they have been worked out of the ground by the frosts go over and add a little fresh soil to straighten them out again. Winter sown stock now transplanted in flats should be kept as near the light as possible in a cool, airy place. After April 1, as soon as the cold frames can be got in order these can be planted into them and it it is the intention to carry them in the flats for blooming they should be given space at this time for their proper development. Alter- nantheras are also largely used for cemetery purposes. Stocks of these propagated last August or September and held over winter close in beds or flats wiir need potting into 2 or 2M,- inch pots the latter part of this month and plunged into hotbeds. Alternan- theras should be given about six weeks time in the hotbed and allowed a week or 10 days to harden off before plant- ing out. They require a light, sandy soil that has been prepared by being l.aid up with layers of well rotted manure. Care should be exercised not to give an overabundance of water until the plants are well established and in ac- tive growth. Echeverias, the com- panion.-5 of the alternantheras for de- sign beds, should, if these have been held close in flats through the win- ter, be given room to expand by re- boxing. They do best in light, sandy soil and should be set near the light in a cool, airy house. Petunias, sal- vias, Vernon begonias and all other plants for bedding being increased from cuttings should be followed close up. It will take every day from now on to make salable plants. Verbenas, lobelias, petunias, asters, stocks and all other varieties of bedding plants being raised from seed, must now be well on the way and the transplanting of them attended to as quickly as they arrive at the proper condition. For the best class of trade many of these plants are required pot grown and well in bloom. For this purpose transplant from the seed box into flats as soon as large enough; pot in 2Vi or 2 1/4 -inch pots, using a medium light soil. C. W. Johnson. The French Bulb Industry. RESUME OF THE SEASON OF 1909. American florists make large pur- chases of bulbs from southern France, the declared exports through the con- sular agency at Toulon alone for the United States in 190S amounting to $126,778. The following account of this industry by Consular Agent Fran- cis Milton Mansfield will therefore be of especial interest: The popularity of flowering bulbs (oignons a fleurs) may be said to have originated in France half a century or more ago through the enthusiasm for their culture given by Alexandre Dumas, pere, and Alphonse Karr, and to the latter was due the development of the flower industry of southern France so far as its reaching out into foreign markets W'as concerned. From Ollioules (an overgrown village lying inland half a dozen kilometer.? from the sea near the western limits of the Department of the Var in southern France) to Cannes. Nice. Antibes. and Menton (at the Italian frontier) ex- tends this great flower garden, though chiefly it is in the neighborhood of Toulon, from Ollioules to Le Pradet. La Garde, and Hyeres, that the flower- ing bulb industry reaches its greatest height. The United States is probably the largest buyer of French bulbs in these markets, and certain species, supposedly grown in Holland, have their origin here. The soil is seeming- ly better suited than any other to the forcing of the finer varieties of nar- cissi, hyacinths and freesias. notwith- standing the progress which is being made elsewhere, notably in the Pu- get Sound region. Climatic conditions are exceedingly favorable here, the re- gion being the most southerly in all France, and remarkably well shelter- ed from the violent north wind, the mistral, which so frequently tends to make the temperature uneven else- where in the same latitude in France. Here the exposure is full south and the forcing grounds, often terraced hillsides, are well drained and above all well sheltered, thus making pos- sible also the development of the enormous cut flower traffic of the win- ter months, when narcissi, hyacinths, violets and carnations reach the Paris. London and Berlin markets by special trains. CULTURAL JIETHODS AND DIFFICULTIFS, The Roman hyacinth bulbs are put into the ground at Ollioules in Octo- ber, and are planted in rows 20 inch- es apart and running from east to west. The first flowering sprouts ap- pear in December and January, after which another blossom appears, less splendid than the first, but still of a luxuriance unexcelled elsewhere. The crop of next season's bulbs comes later, and are known as the "bulbilles de multiplications." the first of which find their way into the shipments abroad about the last of June or the first of July. In general the bulbs shipped from Ollioules are large, heavy, and compact, but the maladies which are known to attack the hya- EASTER BASKET BY W. J. SMYTH, CHICAGO. East«T Lily, Foliage BL-goni,is and Primula OlconicaWith Gau^c Ribbon Bow?. igio. The American Florist. 369 POTS OF DOUBLE YELLOW TULIPS COURONNE D' OR. cinth bulb, a sort of rot at the base and an insidious little worm which enters by an almost invisible hole, sometimes work a havoc with the crops which reduces the season's sup- ply at Ollioules very considerably. It is to be noted, to the credit of the shippers, that special care is taken that only healthy bulbs are sent out. so far as can be controlled. There has been from the causes mentioned a no- table shortage of certain of the larger sizes of bulbs at Ollioules in recent seasons, notably that of the present. 1909. The present United States tariff rate is $2.50 per 1,000 on hyacinth bulbs instead of the former ad valor- em duty of 25 per cent, but this need not affect the general average of prices, save that it adds to the cost of the smaller sizes and reduces that of the larger dimensions. Any notable shortage of the larger sizes (those above or approximating six inches in circumference) the coming season is what will govern the ruling market price. PKOSPECTS OF FUTURE SUPPLY. Expressly affecting the 1910 crop and its prospective prices is the dis- aster which occurred at Ollioules on October 31, 1909. when a cyclonic tem- pest of hail and rain laid low all the budding carnations and in many in- stances washed out many thousands ot already planted and sprouting bulbs. The damage was a'lsessed at $400,000, probably an exaggeration of 50 per cent, but the greater part fell upon the growing plants above ground, principally carnations. The incident may, however, be con- sidered as one which will affect the quantity of bulbs available for trad- ing in 1910 as well as their prices, and even United States buyers, who have the reputation of taking the fin- est stock (and incidentally paying the highest prices), may find difficulty in supplying their wants unless early or- ders are placed. Regardless of the ex- tent of the crop elsewhere, either home or foreign grown, that of Olli- oules and Hyeres is bound to have an effect upon the market if conditions of supply and demand in 1910 are at all like what they have been. The quality of the 1910 crop in this dis- trict is likely to be good, for the sea- son has not been unusually rainy and there is little likelihood of further humidity seriously affecting the crop. The first shipments of bulbs from Ollioules in 1909 should have arrived at New York about August 1. and amounted to about 2.500 cases. There is no assurance that the 1910 crop will be earlier or later, good or bad. large- or less in quantity, save as it may have been affected by the rain and hail storm of October last. There are no estimates to be had from the growers on the spot or at Hyeres or Le Pradet which will enable one to say that a less or a larger area has been planted (about 6,000 acres in the department are given over to floral culture, but this includes the area devoted to growing flowers as well as bulbs) for the coming season than foriTierly. but the fact that there was a demand in 1909 in excess of the sup- ply (the United States not being able to get all that was desired), especially in the larger dimensions, points to the fact that strenuous efforts are being made by the growers to meet the con- ditions of the prospective market. The shipper, who is often a grower, will seek to augment his stock from outside neighboring sources and from the small growers who have not the facilities for marketing for export: this is evident from a knowledge of conditions, but so far as the districts neighboring upon Toulon are concern- ed they will demand that the stock be sound, healthy, and of good bulk. The small peasant grower may not al- ways know how to distinguish the hy- acinth malady, which often is scarce- ly visible from without, but the pres- ent shipper of "calibrage" (the meas- uring up of the circumferential di- mension) has every means of verify- ing the soundness of the stock, and as a rule exercises it. The sum total of opinions gathered from various direct sources is that French bulbs in 1910 will be higher in price, and this according to the 370 The American Florist. Mar. ig, scarcity of large sizes. This applies to bulbs of all kinds, but particularly to the chief article of competition, the white Roman hyacinth approaching the dimension of six inches. The shortage, if any, in 1910 is only fore- seen with respect to the larger sizes, and this of course is based upon the current demand for those bulbs which will give the most luxuriant blooms, rather than any unsurmountable diffi- culties in growing bulbs of large di- mensions. The price is freely offered by United States buyers at any rate tor this class of product, and if it is lacking in quantity it is along the lines of increasing the .supply that energies will be spent in the near future. The experiments being made by the United States bureau of plant indus- try may be expected ultimately to be felt with respect to the importation of foreign bulbs into the United States, but there is no grower in these parts with whom I have talked who admits its possibility, giving as a reason that his product is the best of all its kind and that nowhere else on earih are conditions for their growth so favor- able as here. This may be a worthy assumption of local pride, but climatic conditions in this southernmost part of France are certainly unusually fa- vorable. Nature has a great deal to do with the excellence of the bulb crop of OlUoules and Hyeres, for with the small growers at any rate very little scientific breeding or propagat- ing is carried on; the larger growers, with capital and patience for experi- ment, are producing perhaps finer re- sults, but nature taking its own course produces the bulk of the crop which is shipped from the region. The fact that the hyacinth was orig- inally of Asia Minor and Persia, where climatic conditions and those of the soil are perhaps not far different from what they are here, is a sufficient rea- son why the bulbs take root and prop- agate so luxuriantly and extensively on this Mediterranean coast. The hy- acinth thrives best in a dry, temperate climate. SHIPMENTS AND MAEKET PRICES. As to the scarcity and the "clean up" of the 1909 crop, application to three of the largest shippers of Olli- oules in the month of November failed to produce a dozen bulbs of all kinds, though I wished to make up a parcel of 100 or more to send as a gift. Ollioules was literally sold out, and the rest were planted for the 1910 trade. The same was true of another smaller grower at La Garde, and there is no reason to suppose that the case was different with the flowers of Hy- eres. The number of individual shipments of flowering bulbs from these parts, as per the consular invoices certified at this consular agency, exceeded in number those of 1908 by 16 per cent, but in money value the totals were 6% per cent less than in 1908, it be- ing borne in mind that with regard to hyacinths as well as narcissi it was the larger and more costly bulbs which were found wanting, thus tend- ing to reduce the Volume. In the Department of the Var about 6,150 acres are given over to "cultures florales," but this term may be said to cover all plant and flower growths (the principal of which is that which supplies the cut-flower market) and those grown for perfume extracts, as well as some considerable extent of territory devoted to the culture of im- mortelles, the "everlastings" of com- merce. The increased number of bulb ship- ments to the United States in 1909 was undoubtedly brought about by a short- age when orders in hand actually came to be filled, followed by a num- ber of smaller subsequent shipments, and it is in averaging these shipments as to value that the number is rela- tively large and the volume somewhat short of the figures of 190S. Prices the present season for ship- ments to the United States have run as given below, the figures given being the average prices. What concessions were made in the way of discounts for cash payments, or what augmen- tations there may have been in the nature of charges for cases and pack- ing, can hardly be said to affect the value of ihe product as it reaches the consumer who buys at retail in doz- ens, scores, or even hundreds. The following are prices per 1,000: Narcissus grandiflora, five inches, $3.92; extra, $5,21; Trumpet Major, $5.26; Grand Monarque, $5.40. Prices of Trumpet Major may appear rela- tively high, but some were included under this designation which brought as much as $6.75. though generally prices ranged from $4.63 to $5.80. Freesias, Mammoths. $4.83: refracta alba $3.47. White Roman hyacinths, 4 1-3 to 4 3-4 inches, $9.65; 4 S-4 to 5 inches, $12.55; 5 to 6 inches, $13.10 to $13 50. Lilium candidum, 7 7-8 inch- es $13.90; 91/2 inches, $15.45. FLORISTS' PALMS. RusHvrLLE, IND. — F. Windeler has built a greenhouse and is going into the culture of plants and cut flowers. The Growing: Season. March may be said to mark the opening of another season among florists' palms, from the fact that at about this time these plants begin to be more active in growth and, where space and the condition of the stock will allow it, repotting may begin. Seeds of some species are also received quite early in the season and provi- sion must be made for sowing these immediately on their arrival for, though the majority of palms have hard and nut-like seeds, yet they do not retain their vitality for so long a period as some smaller and apparently more perishable seeds. The excep- tion to this rule is found in the seeds of the double cocoanut, Lodoicea Sey- chellarum. They have germinated after having been in the ground for eight years, but this exception is not specially interesting to florists, as the species in question is not counted among trade palm-j. On the contrary, many growers have found to their sorrow, that unless the seeds of kentias, arecas, cocos and lat- anias were fresh and carefully packed, so that they retained their moisture without heating in the box, the percentage of germination would be low, even with these readily ger- minated species. The best result that the writer has secured from kentia seeds was from a shipment received some years ago, in which the seeds were so fresh that the outer hulls were still green, the percentage of germination in that instance having been a little more than 72. Another example in the same line of argument was in the case of several thousands of domestic grown seeds of Latania Borbonica, these seeds being sown within three days of the time they were picked from the tree, with the A YELLOW EASTEfl BASKET BY W. J. SMYTH, CHICAGO. Genista. Bi'k'nnia, Japanese Duckling and Vrllnw Ribbon. IQIO. The American Florist. 371 DOUBLE DAFFODILS. Grown by Andruw MiAdains. Chicago. result that 98 per cent of them ger- minated. A similarly high percentage of germination has also been had from seeds of Areca lutescens from Brazil on rare occasions, there having elapsed about two months between the time these seeds were gathered and the date of their planting. In each case these seeds were sown in pots or^pans, and the latter plunged in cocoa fibre In a warm greenhouse, and given careful attention in regard to watering. But these were exceptional cases and, on the other hand, there have been shipments of areca seeds that did not average 10 per cent germina- tion, and only last season there were large shipments of these seeds in the hands of at least two experienced growers that proved to be absolute failures. Cocos Weddeliana, still one of the most satisfactory plants to use for the center of a table fernery, Is also rather uncertain in germination, some shipments proving very good while others give a very poor return. A better average of germination has been secured from this species by those growers who plant the seeds singly in small pots, this practice do- ing away with some of the trouble from broken tap-roots that one can scarcely avoid when potting off seed- ling cocos. A broken tap root is the most frequent cause of disease and death among the young plants of this palm. When cocos seeds are sown in large pots or pans the tap roots of the seedlings almost invariably go straight down to the bottom of the pot and, as these are very brittle, many of them are broken in the operation of potting. Some of this difficulty may be avoided by allowing the seed pots to get rather dry before potting the seedlings, for in this condition the roots are tougher and more pliable than they are when water soaked, but at best it is a troublesome job, and even an experienced potter will break quite a number, and at best not pot many thousands in a day. The Fish-tail palm, Caryota urens, is a very attractive palm to most plant lovers, though seldom seen in quan- tity in trade collections, and also has the advantage of germinating freely and quickly from fresh seeds. The foliage of caryota is somewhat sparj when the plants are grown singly, but made up in clusters of three or four plants in a 7-8-inch pot, this palm is quite effective, and in moderate sup- ply would doubtless find buyers, for not every one wishes to be confined to the same three or four species of palms that are most common. Any- one having young plants of Seaforthia elegans, or Ptychosnerma Alexandrae that are just showing character leaves may make them up in groups of three or four plants in a pot to advantage, these bushy little specimens finding more admirers than single plants of the same species. But in potting up these combination plants much may be done toward improving the shape of the specimen by using a little judg- ment in the selection of the plants that are to go together, and then plac- ing them in the pot so that the foli- age is arranged in a natural and sym- metrical manner and by carefully re- ducing the soil from the old ball the stems of the plants may be brought close enough together to give the ap- pearance of a branched plant rather than a combination. In brief, give them a natural effect rather than an artificial one. Of course the matter of shading the palms from the full sunshine will have been thought of before these notes will appear, for th_e majority of these plants require some protection at least on the south side of the greenhouse by March 1, and on the north side about the middle of the month. It is little use trying to con- vince a customer that the less shaded plants are more hardy, for the deep green foliage of the shaded stock 372 The American Florist. Mar. ig. usually appeals more to his sense of beauty. TV. H. TAPLIN. Love and Flowers. My daughter, wouldst thou know a man's secret? Go to the florist, then, O simple one, for in him every man reposeth his confidence. Yea, by the flowers which he sendeth a woman shall ye judge the quality of a man's love, likewise the quantity and exact stage. As violets pass unto roses and roses unto cheap carnations, and car- nations unto naught, so passeth his grand passion from the first throes in- to matrimony. LiO, at the beginning of a love af- fair mark with what care a man se- lecteth his flowers in person, that not a wilted violet shall offend thine eyes! Yet, as time passeth he telephoneth his orders and leaveth it all to the clerk. And there cometh a day when he murmureth wearily, "I say, old chap, make that a standing order, will you?" Then the florist heaveth a sigh, for he knoweth that the end is at hand. Yea, this is the mark of an engaged man who doeth his duty. So after the wedding bouquets all orders shall cease together, and until he seeketh flowers for his wife's grave that man shall not again enter a florist's shop. For stale carnations, bought upon the street corner and carried home in a paper bag, are a fit offering for any wife. Yet a funeral rejoiceth the flor- ist's heart and maketh him to smile, for he knoweth that a widower's next order shall be worthy of a new cause and the game shall begin all over again. Verily, verily, my daughter, I charge thee, account no man in love until he hath gone forth into the gardens and tlie fields and plucked thee a few din- ky pansies or stray weeds wit'n his own hands. For when a man sendeth thee violets it may mean only senti- ment, and when he sendeth thee or- chids it may be only a bluff, but when he doeth real work for any woman it meaneth business. Selah! — London Tit-Bits. Prophetstown, III. — George Hil- ger's boiler at the greenhouses burst recently and he has been put to great inconvenience to keep the temperature sufficiently high to prevent freezing the stock. Utica, N. Y. — At a recent meeting of the Florists' Club it was decided to hold a banquet April 10. A commit- tee was appointed to make arrange- ments for the occasion. The club adopted resolutions heartily endorsing the proposition to erect a convention hall in this city, declaring it to be a necessity and the movement for it an opportunity that should not be neg- lected. New Brunswick. N. J. — Pupils In the Washington school, have turned their attention to the culture of flow- ers in school as an incident to their studies. In November last the pupils "chipped in" and bought some bulbs which they planted in pots and placed them in the windows of the school. They not only have a pretty floral dis- play now, but have learned something about raising flowers. EULALIA JAPONICA. .At Highland Park, Rochester. N. Y. HARDY HERBACEOUS PERENNIALS. Notes on Culture. Seeds of hardy perennials, such as delphiniums, aquilegias, gaillardias. campanulas, hardy primroses, and all perennials that germinate in a few weeks, should be sown immediately. We prefer to sow all such seeds in flats and they germinate more freely and rapidly in a well made hotbed than they do on the greenhouse benches, although, of course, it is not advisable to construct hotbeds in our region before the middle of March, and previous to that, of course, seeds are sown in the greenhouses, if we want them earlier. Care should be taken to have the soil on the surface of the boxes free and loose, and it should be prepared with a mixture of light loam, leaf-soil and sand, so as not to cake. When the seedlings are large enough to handle they should be trans- planted to other flats about one inch apart. When the plants fill the flats and are hardened off by exposure, by June 1 they should be planted in beds with a good, sunny exposure in rich, mellow soil in rows about one foot apart and about six inches between the plants. By October 1 the plant3 may be planted in their permanent quarters, or they may remain until April of the following year, with a little protection by means jjf ever- green branches or light straw placed over the beds during the winter. Of course, seeds of perennials may be sown in drills in a bed in the open ground as soon as the soil is mellow and fit to handle in spring, and fol- lowing the general treatment as indi- cated above. The great majority of perennials need frequent transplanting when they are growing in permanent quarters. Perhaps peonies are the most endur- ing of all perennials, and they will remain for a great many years with- out showing any signs of deterioration. The best time to transplant peonies is certainly the fall, but if for various reasons transplanting or rearranging and breaking up of the clumps has to be done this coming spring, it should be done as soon as the season opens, as they start early into growth, and they are seriously weakened if handled when they are in active igio. The American Florist. 873 PHLOX RICHARD -WALLACE. Growing at Highland Park. Rochosttr. N. Y. growth. Perennial phloxes generally deteriorate after three years, when it is necessary to lift the clumps and break them up into a number of di- visions and replant in well enriched soil. German irises, pyrethrums, del- phiniums, perennial asters and heli- anthus, boUonias, funkias, hemero- callis, Japanese, polyanthus, and com- mon primroses should all be lifted, divided and replanted wherever they have been showing signs of retro- gression. The best time to lift, divide, and replant primroses, however, is when they are through blooming and have partially gone to rest, which, with most of the primroses hardy with us, is midsummer or late summer. Early spring is a good time to break up and multiply the ornamental grasses, such as the eulalias, erianthus, arundo and pampas grass. All these grasses should be planted in con- ditions where there is an abundance ot moisture and where there is no tendency for the soil at their roots to be dry even in mid-summer. These different grasses frequently present a stunted appearance in many orna- mental grounds from being planted m too dry soil. We cover the pampas grass with a deep mulching of leaves to exclude all frost, and it does nicely ^"^h "3- JOHN Dunbar. Tells Jawsmlths lo Quit. Milwaukee, Wis. — "We have created too many non-producers, that is the principal thing that is the matter with the country," said F. D. Underwood of New York, president of the Erie, in talking about the present cry of high prices. "If all the jawsmlths and sen- sational papers would shut up for a while we would soon be on a normal basis. "The unspecialized men are having a hard time just now. I can remem- ber the time right here when people used to take their hay, their wood and eggs into Milwaukee and then could not get anything for their products. These products would hang around till nightfall, then be taken back home or put it in some friend's barn. When the tax time came around, it was all the farmer and his sons could do to raise the money to pay taxes. "Then there were too many people raising them and too many eating them. It is simply the swing of the pendulum. As a matter of fact we Americans are bad losers." — New Tork Commercial. San Francisco, Calif. — Andrew Mc- Adams and wife, of Chicago, left for Portland. March 10. expecting to reach home in time for the Easter rush. THE ROSE. Care of the Youngf stock. From now on the voung stock should have every attention, the sun- niest and choicest location in order to grow the little fellows on into sturdy plants ready for benching later on And right here let me repeat that at no stage of their growth must they be neglected. Don't let them be- come crowded. As soon as the foliage covers the pots to the extent of hav- mg to guess whether they require watering or not, they will either re- quire more room or a shift into larger pots, in all probability the latter loung rose plants should never be allowed to make but one erowth in a certain sized pot, or, for instance when, after potting them from the cutting bench and after they have made a growth in the small pots and this growth has become ripened they are then ready for the next shift to a size larger pot, before they start a new growth. Where the stock is being grown for sale a 3-inch pot makes a good shift from a 2% -inch pot, especially from own root plants. As a rule, grafted stock is delivered knocked out of the 2% -inch pots in which the manetti stocks were first potted. This lessens transportation charges and one should endeavor to sell most of the grafted stock early in order to handle them in this manner. Just a word to the shipper in reference to one little de- tail sometimes neglected: When get- ting out an order of grafted roses see to it that every plant is firmly tied about the splice and that they are carefully mossed around the splice be- fore wrapping them. Again it is es- sential that they should be packed firmly in the crates or cases; and se- curely nailed for even out of small pots, they make very heavy handling. They should be well watered in the pots before knocking them out for shipment. There is a great deal of satisfaction derived from the fact that you have packed and filled your or- ders without slighting your customers as regards the quality of the stock and the manner in which it was packed. The writer remembers quite dis- tinctly a letter his employer showed him coming from a customer who had received 1000 grafted plans by ex- press and about the first he had ever packed. It read: "Received the plants promptly. It's the finest stock I have ever received and excellently packed." My employer was pleased, the customer was more than pleased, and it goes without saying that the packer was the most tickled of the three. But to come back to "terra cotta" (as the old darky said, when he fell out of the balloon). The best shift for grafted stock from the 2%- inch pots should be 3%, and the 3% -inch pots will require some drainage — the drainage made by using broken crocks from the small-sized broken pots is preferable to the thick pieces from large pots. Two pieces laid over the drain hole of the pot so as to form a bridge is the best method to employ as one is sure that the pots are perfectly drained. Of course it takes longer than to throw a handful 374 The American Florist. Mar. ig of fine pieces of crock in the bottom of a pot, but it pays. Pot firmly and do not forget to allow plenty of room for watering especially the grafted stock. Do not let the American Beauty plants suffer for want of room at any time unless black spot is an object to you. Now that Easter is close at hand and a rush is in order, let me repeat simply examples of the superior class of stock that Harry Papworth grows under the conditions referred to and as such they speak for themselves. They prove plainly that, given good culture, American Beauty and other roses can be as well grown in the south as in any other part of .the country and are a great credit to all concerned. IVORY AND BRIDESMAID ROSES AT THE METAIRIE RIDGE NURSERY CO. Elise Papworth in Walk. that at no stage of the game must the young rose stock be neglected if the plants are expected to give us the best possible returns. I firmly believe that if the young plants are in good condition when benched, there is lit- tle trouble experienced in making them productive throughout the sea- son. On the other hand there is not a grower to be found perhaps that is not disheartened at the start if the stock is poor when benched. E. Roses in the South. How to Grow Roses. A paper read at the February meeting of the Tarrytown (N. Y.) Horticultural Society by Andrew McKendry. We propagate about the first week in January, in good, clean, sharp sand, using two-eyed cuttings, they making plants quicker than those with only one eye. If the sand is kept at a uni- form teinperature of 65° and the over- head temperature at 52°. the cuttings will root in about four to five weeks. They are ready to pot when the roots are about one inch long. If allowed to make any further growth in the sand, it will be weak, as the substance is not there to nourish the plant; 2% -inch pots are generally used for the first potting, using new soil, sifted through a coarse screen. A little leaf mould ' added will help keep the soil porous, and benefit the young roots. The young plants should be placed in a rose house temperature, watering strictly attended to, and syringing every bright day to keep red spider in check. When the 2 »^ -inch pots are nicely filled with roots, shift into 3-inch add- ing a small portion of well rotted cow- manure, and a light sprinkling of a good fertilizer to the soil, the plants to receive the same treatment as be- fore, keeping the buds nipped off. which will cause the eyes below to break, making a good, stocky plant. Give the pots plenty of room on the bench, allowing the air and sunlight to get in through the plants. If the plants are kept in a good healthy con- dition they will require another shift into 4-inch pots before planting in the bench, which time will be about the latter part of May. The house will have to undergo its usual cleaning, whitewashing the benches, etc. The compost should be of good fibrous loam, two-thirds soil, and one-third well rotted cow manure, giving a top- dressing of bone-meal after the soil is on the bench, and mixing in well. For the first week or 10 days after planting, water only around the base of the plants. When the roots begin to find their way through the new soil they will need more moisture. The plants will need immediate stak- ing and tying to make well-shaped specimens, and to hold them in posi- tion so they can be syringed properly. Any cool night should be taken advan- tage of to fumigate. When the plants have been benched about six weeks or two months they will require an ad- ditional inch or two of soil and man- ure, equally mixed, as the young roots 1 It has often been said that roses cannot be grbwn as well in the south as in the northern and middle west sections of the country, but the illus- tration given herewith of roses grown by Harry Papworth, the well known New Orleans grower, who controls the destinies of the Metairie Ridge Nursery Co., go far to disprove that contention.. Solid beds are used throughout as it is found that the plants do better this way than on the usual wood benches. This suitability of solid beds for roses in the warm southern climate of New Orleans is quite in line with what northern growers are doing for sum- mer roses. Acres of Kaiserin, Ameri- can Beauty and others are grown this way in the middle west, and even in Canada the solid bed is becoming increasingly popular. It holds more soil, keeps the roots cooler in sum- mer, and is in every way more satis- factory in hot weather than the high and dry wooden bench. But no ar- gument either for or against can be as convincing as the flowers shown herewith which are not specially se- lected or cut for exhibition but are ROSES AT THE METAIRIE RIDGE NURSERY CO., NEW ORLEANS, LA. White Killarney in Center, Bride on Right and W. R. Smith on Left. igio. The American Florist. 376 VASES OF IVORY AND BRIDESMAID ROSES GROWN BY METAIRIE RIDGE NURSERY CO., NEW ORLEANS, LA. will begin to appear on the surface looking for more nourishment. During the short days of November and December roses do not seem to relish too much feeding, for the plants are inclined to be somewhat dormant, and the roots not very active. A light sprinkling of fertilizer once a week is beneficial. As the days begin -to lengthen and the sun gets stronger, the benches begin to dry out oftener. and at the same time the plants will make a vigorous growth, which is a sure sign that the soil is filling wit'i roots, and will need more nourish- ment. A good watering with liquid ma- nure once a week is as good as any- thing, using other fertilizers in be- tween. A top dressing of bone meal will also be beneficial. As a preventive for mildew, we keep the heating pipes well painted with sulphur, frequently closing olf all the pipes but one run, which is well paint- ed with sulphur, allowing the same to get extra hot, and the fumes of the sulphur will cause a regular vapor in the house. When plants are large enough for 4-inch pots, it is advisable to grow them a little on the dry side, giving them all the air possible, with- out injuring them, to encourage a strong, hardy growth, which will help ip keeping out mildew during the hot summer weather before the fall firing begins. Ventilating is a very impor- tant factor in rose growing, not allow- ing the temperature to run up to 80° or 85° in the morning before giving ais, and then opening the ventilators a foot or more, causing a sudden drop of 10-15 degrees, but ventilating grad- ually an inch or two at a time, the same method to be followed when closing the houses for the night, as the rose seems to enjoy an even tem- perature. • THE AMERICAN ROSE SOCIETY Eleventh Annual Convention at Rew York. The eleventh annual exhibition and convention of the American Rose So- ciety was held in connection with the spring show of the Horticultural So- ciety of New York, in the American Museum of Natural History, New York, March 16-18. The exhibition opened on Wednesday under very favorable conditions, and although much of the stock was local grown and the west was not largely repre- sented, the flowers shown were re- markably fine. President Poehlmann represented the west, while F. R. Pier- son and the Waban Rose Conservato- ries worthily upheld New England. Among the principal features were the excellent flowers of Richmond and Killarney, while H. C. Steinhoff & Co.'s pot roses were much admired. There was a very fine show of orchids and foliage plants. President Poehlmann called the business meeting to order at 10 a. m., March 17, and his opening address was well received. The reports of the sec- retary and treasurer were then pre- sented and Secretary Hammond called attention to the bequest of the late Mrs, Hubbard of Washington, the in- terest on which is to be devoted to the purchase of a gold medal for the use of the society every fifth year. There was some discussion with regard to in- creasing the income of the society in which E. G. Hill, W. F. Gude and Wal- lace R. Pierson participated. The matter was referred to the secretary and treasurer. Boston, the scene of the National Flower Show next year, was selected as the next meeting place. The following officers were unani- mously elected: W. H. Elliott, president. Adolph Farenwald, vice-president. Harry O. May, treasurer. Benj. Hammond, secretary. August Poehlmann and J. A. Valen- tine were elected members of the ex- ecutive committee, succeeding E. G. Hill and P. Welch. Wallace R. Pier- son was elected to fill the vacancy caused by Adolph Farenwald's election as vice-president. Mr. Farenwald then read his paper on "Roses, the Bright- est of Flowers," which was followed by S. B. Sibson's paper on "North Pacific Coast Roses," read by the secretary. W. F. Gude spoke of the death of Mrs. Hubbard and was named, with the secretary, as a committee to prepare suitable resolutions. The addresses of James Wood, on "The Ideals of Hor- ticulture" and Geo, V. Nash on "The Rose and Its History' were presented at the afternoon session. President Poelilmann's Address. It affords me great pleasure to ad- dress this large gathering, which may be safely considered the back-bone of our society, also those members of the Horticultural Society who are willing and anxious to assist us, as attested by their presence. Through the cour- tesy of the trustees of the American Museum of Natural History. we_meet here in the eleventh annual conven- tion, and with the hearty co-operation 376 The American Florist. Mar. /p, August Poehlmann. Wallace R. PierSDn. J. A. Valentine NEWa MEMBERS AMERICAN ROSE SOCIETY EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE. of the Horticultural Society of this city, we have made it a success. Necessarily much of the preliminary work devolved upon a few members of the executive staff, living- within easy distance, headed by that able leader. F. R. Pierson, our untiring secretary, Benjamin Hammond, and Joseph Manda, Jr., manager of the show. Many absentees would gladly oe pres- ent, but for various reasons, princi- pally lack of time, must forego the pleasure and be contented to wait for the reports as transmitted through the trade papers. These have all been largely instrumental in spreading the news, have made faithful reports of whatever copy was sent, and deserve the thanks of this society. It has been suggested that greater interest in our society would manifest itself, if it were possible to hold our annual meetings and exhibitions in conjunction with the American Carna- tion Society. This would undoubtedly be true. One could not possibly de- tract from the other. The scheme ought to be carried through as it will unquestionably lead to good results, and show a large saving of time and money. Co-operation would certainly make for a much larger exhibition and better attendance. The idea is not to incorporate the two bodies into one, but each to remain individually itself. It is not because of the number of societies that many florists object, but they find it impracticable to attend so many different meetings and exhibi- tions. This is a question requiring fur- ther consideration. Today's exhibition speaks for itself. Nine days less than a year ago we thought that we had the best display of roses at Buffalo. How does our show today compare with it? The spirit of the times must be with us. It permits of no backsliding, but is ever for advancement. Credit is due to those who constantly strive to out- do their previous efforts, and who have brought forth their product for your inspection and judgment. Jor.eph A. Manda. Superintendent of the Rose Show, Rose culture is increasing rapidly jn all sections of the countrj'. The de- mand from the south and west is fast increasing, New roses of merit are eagerly sought. The field is constantly widening. Millions of blooms are pro- duced where 10 years ago there were so m.any thousands. It is indeed a growing business without a limit. It is not necessary to dwell at length on the aims of the society. Pre-eminently it stands for the ad- vancement and distribution of the rose, as expressed in its desire to place a rose in every home and a bush in every garden. How well this is be- ing accomplished can be told by fig- ures, showing the annual sales of rose plants running well into millions. New insecticides have greatly les- sened the evils of insect pests. Chemi- cal fertilizers, as they are becoming better understood, are being more gen- erally used, while the good cattle manure is becoming scarcer and each year harder to obtain. Bulletins, 'is- sued by the nitrate agencies, contain valuable information to florists regard- ing the use of the chemical fertilizer. I have made my aldress brief be- cause so much matter of value has al- ready been published that little re- mains to be added. Our programme provides for a number of essays which I am sure will be of high merit, and hold your attention. We gladly wel- come new members to our ranks. The secretary will be glad to furnish infor- mation as to terms of membership. I want to take this opportunity to thank < \ eryone who has been instrumental in furthering the work of this exhibi- tion on behalf of the American Rose Society and thank you for your kind attention. Secretary Hammond's Report. The records of the year show that the American Rose Society blooms and grows in strength and influence. The idea, "A rose for every home, a bush for every garden," takes hold. During the past 12 months there has come to hand more inquiry for information than ever before, and the weakest point in the organization is the lack of a quarterly publication absolutely its own, that may be sent to every mem- ber and to kindred societies. In my opinion, until this is done, the mem- bership will continue restricted. The interest and fame of the Rose Society is surely increased by the judicious use of its medals. These af- ford much pleasure and are not be- stowed loosely. They carry with them esteem, and when given for good work in home gardens, in the communities where local interest is taken, stir up a lot of earnestness in rose planting. The Annual Bulletin was issued for 1909, being sent to every member and filed in many libraries and is called for by horticultural societies. The last year, our life membership fund has passed the $3,000 mark. We hope to see it get to $30,000, and take igio. The American Florist. 37T A. Farenwald. Vice-President. Wm. H. Elliott, President. OFFICERS AMERICAN ROSE SOCIETY. Harry O. May, Treasurer. much pleasure in enrolling^ more in the life membership, as this insures permanency. The income has been above its regular outgo, but that is not laying much, because the prizes of- fered regularly each year run up to quite a sum and a year ago a number of gentlemen made up this amount separately from other support. The exhibition in Buffalo was so well attended by visitors, who after the first day came in such numbers, that four gentlemen from the police force assisted in piloting the crowd, which comprised people who were greatly pleased with the show, and several joined as associate members. This year in the most congested city on the continent, in which there is no room for home gardens, but the taste and appreciation, for things beautiful and lovely, is so great that it is the best flower market we have. There- fore, under the sheltering wings of the Horticultural Society of Xew York, we make a spread without money and without price, of choice and lovely roses for whosoever will, to admire and to profit by. The florists and gardeners who thus show their prod- ucts deserve well of all who are thus entertained. This splendid building, the American Museum of Natural History, where we assemble, is in keeping with our previous experience, where for the queen of flowers, no quarters are too good and our thanks are due to the trustees and others connected with this hall for many gracious attentions. The society owes much, especially to ox-President Simpson, H. O. May, F. R. Pierson, and the executive com- mittee for detail work in doing the many things required for such an ex- hibition. The American Rose Society is especially favored with many work- ers who freely serve for the general success. The Florists' Society of Indiana has filed a request for the annual exhibi- 'on to go to Indianapolis in 1912, fol- lowing the great National Flower f'how to be held in the city of Boston. Benjamin Hammond. Secrrtary .\niM't|M|r«-«"|»'il'M"iru'*l"l»~«''l'^ p very high. A bench of the true Har- risii, some of the original stock or strain, is kept for stock in an en- deavor to secure suflicient for the needs of the place. It is absolutely without disease. Bougainvilleas, some very large specimens, are seen with their vases of colored flowers, one of these graceful masses of color is a decoration in itself. Rhododendrons are also seen in quantity amongst them some very large specimens. There are two large houses of gardenias in from 6 to 10-inch pots. The bushy 6-inch stock with from eight to twelve buds and some open flowers should sell almost on sight. We have never seen them done so well before. Genistas, spireas and small blocks of other Easter plants in which Baby and Crimson Rambler roses, several full houses of them. figure, make up what is truly a mag- nificient Easter stock. J. William Colflesh, proprietor of the Merriheights Nurseries. • is very proud of his collection of Easter stock. His specialties are azaleas, daisies, cinerarias and bulbous stock. His strain of cinerarias, much of it from crosses of his own, is very fine. There is also a good batch of Easter liles, hydrangeas and spireas. WHOLESALE DEALER IN FLORISTS' SUPPLIES, 19 Province Street, BOSTON, MASS. Complete Line of Florists' Supplies Lowest prices on Wire Frames for Florists. Moss, Laurel, Galax, Etc. Send for Price List Hardy Ferns LAUREL ROPING Galax, $1,2.') per 100(», Special Price 5c per yard. 9(ic per lOdO; $7,ii0 per ease. Tlie NcCallum Co., inc. WE HAVE THE STOCK' Qualities Best. Prices Right. 937 Liberty Ave., Pittsburg Pittsburgli Cut Flower Co., v; holesale Florists and Growers, The House that has and sells good goods at fair prices. Salesrooms, 222 Oliver Ave. PITTSBURGH, PA. Choice Assortment of CUT FLOWERS will be found here. WRITE FOR PRICES. W. E. McKissicK & Bros. WHOLESALE FLORISTS. Absolutsly The Best I>oaitibla Service. Business Hours 7 a. m. to 8 p. m. 1619-1621 Ranstead St., PHILADELPHIA, PA. Weiland & Olinger w 128 E. Third St., CINCINNATI, 0. hftlcsalc Growers and Shippers of Cut riowers. George Anderson has his usual large stock of Easter lilies and a good lot of hydrangeas and spireas. K. Robt. Craig passed the sixty-third milestone March 18. PEORi.\. Ir.i.. — H. C. Otto intends to add several new greenhouses later in the season. RICE BROTHERS Wholesale Florists and Snppllea. 1 15 N. 6tti St., MINNEAPOLIS, MINN. Cut Flowers received twice daily. Can fill your orders to your satisfaction. Also headquarters lor Wild Smilax, Borwood, Galax Leaves, Hardy Fancy Ferns. Prices quoted on large quantities. Mention the American Florist when writing THE MUNK FLORAL GO. Wholesale Growers of CUT FLOWERS Columbus, Ohio Mention the American Florist when writing 388 The American Florist. Mar. ^9, AUGUST MILLANG, WHOLESALE FLORIST Easter Flowers and Plants The Very Best In Full Assortment. 41 West 28th Street, 'Phones: 3860 3861 Madison Sq. Here to Stay. NEW YORK. Give Us A Call. Bonnet & Blake, ^^ ^fSI Phones 1203, 1204 Main 130 LIvingsfon Street, BROOKLYN, N. Y. Lilies, Carnations, Roses and other Easter Stocks. Out of town orders promptly tilled. Prices right. New York. TRADE SLOW. Business was slow throughout the most of last week. Monday was a fan- day, but by Wednesday trade was in a rut, and remained so until Satur- day, when there was another slight re- vival. The volume of stock is increas- ing and present conditions of clear sunshine promise to bring in much more of it at an early date. American Beauty roses are more plentiful and prices are falling. Other stocks are plentiful. A feature of the market is the poor quality of violets that are ar- riving. We have heard no satis- factory explanation of this. The weather has not yet been warm enough to hurt the crop but the fact remains that many violets are small and have a sickly appearance. THE ROSE SHOW. The exhibition and meetings of the American Rose Society at the Ameri- can Museum of Natural History made this a busy and interesting week. T:-.e first meeting opened March 16 at 7:30 p. m. NOTES. Growers, wholesalers and retailers are all looking forward with keen an- ticipation to Easter. It seems certain that there will be fine stock of cut flowers and plants. The wholesalers are chiefly interested in the cut flow- ers. Traendly & Schenck will come out strong with orchids and roses. H. E. Froment will handle a heavy cut of roses and other seasonable flowers. Ford Bros, are specialists in roses and carnations. Alfred H. Langjahr states that he will handle a cut of lil- ies running well up to 100,000 flowers. It is the plans of the dinner com- mittee of the Florists' Club to make the annual dinner on the night of March 17. when the members of the Rose Society will be entertained, an ' elaborate and interesting event. Chair- man Sheridan of the committee is very thorough and capable in all he undertakes and he has a good com- mittee. John B. Nugent, Jr., will look after the music and promises a fine programme. Kamakiehi Suzuki, of the Yoko- hama Nursery Co., is spending a month In this city with headquarters at the Barclay street offices of his com- FORD BROS 48 West 28th Street, Mpvi/ Vni-k- hoiiH- .^R70-.'^a71 Madison .^nnnrp l^tW 1 Vfl IV Telephone: 3870-3871 Madison Square, THE BEST EASTER STOCK American Beauty and all other Roses. Carnations of the best quality. Cut Lilies, White Violets, and all other seasonable stocks. AU the stock we handle comes from FIRST-CLASS GROWERS. pany. He will attend the Anglo-Jap- anese exhibition which opens in Lon- don early in the season. Chas. Loech- ner.of this company, who has been in the Norwegian hospital, Brooklyn, since Christmas, with a broken leg, has so far recovered as to be able to leave the hospital, but has not yet got back to business. John P. Cleary, manager of the Fruit Auction Co.'s horticultural de- partment recently returned from his annual European trip among the nur- series. He is now ready for a stren- uous business season and reports hav- ing received much business from lead- ing growers of Holland. Belgium and England. His company is prepared for a big Easter business and has been holding auctions this week, March 14 excepted. Julius Roehrs, Sr.. of Rutherford, N. J., who has spent a part of the winter seeing southern climes, has re- turned home in fine health and spirits. New York Florists' Club. The regular monthly meeting of the Florists' Club was held in the Grand Opera house building on the night of March 14, President Miller in the chair. Walter F. Sheridan, chairman of the dinner committee, made a compre- hensive report. As previously noted. Patrick O'Mara will be toastmaster, and John B. Nugent, Jr., has arranged for an elaborate musical programme. Appropriate resolutions on the death of Mr. Scott, father of C. W. Scott, a member of the club, were read and approved. Harry Bunyard reported for the outing committee, that the annual out- ing of the club will be held at Witzel's Point View Grove on July 1. The steamer Isabel will convey the excur- sionists to the grove. A. Hanig, of Bropklyn, was elected a member of the club. Chas. Krick, of Brooklyn, was nominated for membership. Secretary igio. The American Florist. 389 iss-r Telepbone 107 Madison Sqnare. J. K. ALLEN, lOlO Wholesale Commission Florist, Established 1887. 106 West 28tli Street, NEW YORK CITY. Open the year around to receive shipments of Cut Flowers. Open Every Morning at 6 a. m. Prompt R eturns To Shippers A. L. YOUNG & CO.,^?*;».^ian(iManhattan Flower Market, l!ti'l*l"™J!"l WHOLESALE FLORISTS. Consignments of Choice Cut Flowers Solicited. Prom pt Payments. Give Us a Tria Traendly £ Schenck, WHOLESALE FLORISTS, 44 WXST 28tll STRSET. rbBnes, 798 and 709. NEW YORK. Young & Nugent, Telephone 2085-2066 Madison Sqaare. 42 West 28th Street, To out-of-tov/n florists We are in the Heart of And give' special attention to steamer and Theater orders. Pre irft deliveries and best stock in the market. New York Wholesale Florist CHAEES MILLANG On the ground floor of New York Cut Flower Co. and Cut Flower Exchange, 26th Street and 6th Avenue and iuB;«m/ '\f£\w%M^ 444 6th Avenue, RiCVV YUKIV Open from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. The "Hnb" of he Wholesale DlstTlcL Alexander J. 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We^e Ho¥erMM*lsfo New York. Mar. li.. Roses. Bcaiitv. special 40 OOffiSO 00 (ancy 25 003)30 00 No.l ISOOigZOOO No.2 .- 3 OOa 5 00 Bride, Bridesmaid, special, h OCa) S OJ extra and fancy .i COS) 5 00 Killarney. special 8 00910 00 extra and fancy. 6 00a) 8 00 No.l and No. 2. 1 00@ 4 00 My Maryland 4 00a)10 (0 Richmond 3 00S15 00 Carnations 50® 2 00 Callas per doz.. 1 OOS 1 25 Cattleyas 25 00^60 00 Gardenias ...per doz.. 1 25® 3 50 Hyacinths 1 00® 1 25 Lilium Longifiorum 5 OOaitO 00 Lily of the Valley 1 00® 2 50 Mignonette.. per doz.. 25® 1 00 Sweet Peas. per doz. bunches. 50® 1 00 Violets 25® 40 Buffalo. Mar. 16. Roses, Beauty, special '■ '■ fancy extra Bride. Maid. Killarney 4 Carnations 1 Callas 10 Daffodils 2 Daisies 1 Hyacinths. Romans 2 Jonquils 3 Lilium Longifiorum 12 Lily of the Valley 3 Mignonette 2 Myosotis .per bunch 25 Fern« Galax Leucothea Boxwood per case. 7 50 , 5 00 . 4 00 . 3 00 00@12 00 50@ 3 00 00ai2 00 00® 4 00 00® 1 50 00® 3 00 00© 4 00 00@15 00 00@ 4 rO CO® 4 00 2 00 1 50 75 FORD BROS., Recelveri and Shipper! of Fresh Flowers 48West28«hS(., NEW YORK. Telephone 3870-3871 Madison Sqnar*. ALFRED H. LANGJAHR WHOLESALE FLORIST. 55 W. 28tli Street, NEW YORK. All flowers in season. Consignments of class stock solicited. ihones 4626 and 4fi27 Madison S inare Moore, tf entz & Nash, WHOLESALE COMMISSION FLORISTS 5S and 57 West 26th Stre«t, Telephone No. 756 Madiion Sqnaro. NEW YORK. Mention the American Florist xvhe7i writing HORACE E. FROMENT WHOLESALE COMMISSION American Beauty Roses a specialty. Roses, Violets, Carnations, Valley, Lilies, Etc. 57 West 28tli St., NEW YORK CITY Telephones: 2200 and 2201 Madison Square. Walter F.Sheridan WHOLESALE FLORIST , Telephones: 3532 and 3533 Madison Sa. 39 West 28th St., NEW YORK. FLOWERS SHIPPED BY JOHN I. RAYNOR Are the best product of the best growers for the New-York market. Adiantuin Croweanum sold here exclusiveiy. 49 West 28th St., NEW YORK Telephone 1998 Madison Square. KESSLER^BROS. so W. 28th St., NEW YORK. OUT FLPWERS Wholesale Plantsmen and Florists. Phone 2336 Madison Shipments Iverywhere. Prompt and satisfactory. Consignmenta solicited. 390 The American Florist. Mar. ig, Closing Out Galax, Leucothoe, Etc. We have one million Bronze Galax, Al quality that must be placed at once; a big lot of green and bronze LeuCOthoe, Fancy and Dagger Ferns, Green Galax, etc. Our goods are strictly up to the standard, and we guarantee satisfaction. Those interested in goods of this kind for storage will do well to write us. We will make the price just right. Write us now, as this advt. will not appear again. T. J. RAY A CO., ELK PARK, N. C . Greens! Greens! Greens! Boxwood, oer case. 50 lbs.. $6.00; 100 lbs.. SU.OO leucotboe Sprays, per 100, 50c : per 1000, $4.00, Galax, green and bronze, per 1000. 75c: per case 10.000, 1.600. Wild Smilax, per 5>lb. case, $5.00; 2 case lots, $9,00: 4 case lots, $16, Smilax, per dozen strinf?s, $1 50, Fancy Eastern Ferns, per 1000, $2.00; 5,000 lots, $soo. Green Sheet Moss, per bundle, $1,00. Sphagnum Moss, per bundle. $1.00. William Murphy, Wholesale Commission Florist. ''muS" 311 Main St, Cincimutl, 0. WILD SMILAX For Easter 501b. cases $2.00 Dagger Ferns by the million in season. \\rite or wire. D. S. CRUM, Pine Apple, Ala. Perpetuated and Natural Slieet Southern Wild Smilax. L A. BEAVEN, Evergreen, Ala. Wholesale Price List Galax, Ferns and Leucothoe, Direct from the woods to the dealer. Galax, (ireen and bronze. 50c per 10 0: Ferns, dag- ger and fancy. .I;! 00 per 1(00; Greeen Leucothoe Sprays, regular lengths $2 00 per 1000: 10 to ISin. *l.00pcr 1030: Special prices on lots of !■ 0.000 and up. Terms strictly cash. f. o. b Elk Park. N. C". Norih Carolina Evergreen Co., Banners Elk, N. C. Minneapolis. The Minneapolis Floral Co.. of which the jovial John Munson is the )iroprietor. has a range of 225,000 square feet of glass, in which is grown roses, carnations, bulb stock, greens, palms ancl sirring stock for bedding. Carnations planted number 5,000, con- sisting of Enchantress, Lawson, Bea- con and Winsor, Ro,ses are Rich- mond, Killarney, White Killarney, Kate Moulton, Chatenay and Bride, Pot stock for Easter consists of lilies, azeleas, hydrangeas, rambler roses, spireas, rhododendrons, standard snowballs, apples and Japanese peach- es; also tulips, valley and narcissus. A fine collection of stock which in quality cannot be surpassed has given John a smile which we hope will never come off. The greatest flower show ever seen ill the northwest is what President Theodore Wirth promises for the first annual exhibition of the Minnesota State Florists' Association to be given in the Armory in November. The show comes to this city because this city promised a guarantee fund of $15,000 FAMCY DAGGER New Crop C#ki>nA Hardy Cut Y%X^% First Quality, $1-25 per M. ALSO DEALERS IN Baled Spruce for Cemetery Use BOUQUET GREEN, SPHAGNUM MOSS, Etc. LCBRAGUEftSGN, Oldest, Larg.st and Most Reliable Dt-alers in the United States, Hinsdale, Mass, Henry M. Robinson & Co. Wholesale Commission Florists. r«* Plnnrat'c °' ^^^ kinds. Hardy Cut Ever- vUl riUTrClS greens and Florists' Supplies. Dagger and Fancy Ferns $1,£0 per 1000 Bronze and Green Galax $1.00 per 1000; 8 50 per 10 000 Leucothoe Sprays $1,00 per 100: $7.50 per 1000 Souttiern ^Vild Smilax, Branch Laurel, Laurel Festooning, Green and Sphagnum Moss, Boxwood Sprays, A large stock constantly on hand. Can fill orders at a moment's notice, Telephone or telegraph. BOSTON, MASS. FANCY. DAGGER. Telephones: 2617-2618 Main; Fort Hill 25290. 15 Province Street and 9 Chapman Place, $1.75 per 1000 FANCY TERNS, New Crop Oalax, Bronze or Green $1.25 per 1000: II. ill. $7.11 Sphatfnum Moss, large bales $1.25: 6 bales, $7.01. Extra fine Leucothoe Sprays. Green and Bronze $1.00 per 100: $7.50 yer 1000 Boxwood per bunch. 35c; 50-pound ca:se, $B,50 Florists in the Middle and Western States can save money by placing their orders with us. A trial order solicited. MICHIGAN CUT FLOWER EXCHANGE, Inc. 38-40 Broadway, Wholesale Commission Florists and Florists* Supplies, All phone connections, DETROIT, MICH. HOLTON & HINKEL CO. Wholesalers of 462 Milwaukee St., Fresh Flowers MILWAUKEE, WIS. George Cotsonas & Co. Wholesale and Retail Dealers in all kinds of Evergreen Fincy «Bd Dagger^ Ferns, Bronze and Green Galax, Phone 1202 Mad, Sq, MalnStore, 60 W. 28th St.. NE>V YORK. New Crop Ferns FANCY and DAGGER ready May Ist. Special price lor large orders Price $1.25 per 1000. CALDWELL THE WOODSMAN CO., Evers^een, Alabama again.st $2,000 offered by .St, Paul, Persons interested in floriculture sub- scribed $11,000 and the public affairs committee of the Commercial club made up $4,000, The first show was to be in the city that would offer the largest guarantee fund. Succeeding shows will alternate between this city and St, Paul, More than $3,000 will be offered in premiums, and exhibits are expected to come from many states. An accumulation of bad debts is said to have been responsible for the C. A. KUEHN, Wholesale Florist, 1122 Pine SU, ST. LOUIS, MO. A Complete Line o/ Wire Designs. WM. C. SMITH Wholesale Floral Co. WHOLESALE FLORISTS Both L. D, Phones, ST. LOUIS, MO. Supplies and Everything: in Season always on hsBd H. G.BERNING, Wholesale Florist, 1402 Pine St. ST.LOmS.Ma petition ill xoluntary bankruptcy filed by James Souden, of S33 Hennepin avenue. He was adjudicated a bank- rupt. His liabilities are $7:087.85, of which $5,7.58.84 was unsecured claims. His assets are $3,265,72, of which |1,- 501.47 are debts on open account, S. igio. The American Florist. 391 DESIGNS OR CUT FLOWERS r„ will be delivered for the trade in other cities by tke below, the Leading Retailers in the cities tndicated, on Wire, Phone or Mail Orders. Alexander McConnell, 571 fifth Ave., Windsor Arcade. NEW YORK CITY. TELEGRAPH Oroers forwarded to any part of the United States, Canada and all principal cities in Europe. Orders transferred or entrusted by the trade to our selection for delivery on steamshipe or elsewhere receive special attention. relephone Calls: 487 and 488 38«h St. Cable address: Alexconnell. Western Union Code. Cleveland, O. The Cleveland Cut Flower Co, flfiU fill your orders for designs and cut floi>ers in NORTHERN OHIO. Dayton, O. Matthews, FLORIST 16 W. 3rd Strt^et. Flowers in any arrangement for all occasions, for Dayton and vicinity. Long dis. Phones St. Paul, Minn. HOLM & OLSON, ST. PAUL THS LEADING FLORISTS OF fO. NORTHWU} Orders will be well cared for anywhere in MINNESOTA AND THE DAKOTAS. Los Angeles, Calif. J. W. WolfskiU, FLORIST. ^"ti^^^!^ 2 18 W. 4th St St. Paul, Minn. L. L MAY & CO. Order your flowers {or delivery to this section from the Leadlno florists of the Northwest San Francisco, Calif. J. B. BOLAND Successor to Sievers and Boland FLORIST eO KEARNEY STREET. Atlanta, Ga. Atlanta Floral Co. 41 Peachtree Street. Pittsburg, Pa. H. L. BLIND 5 BROS., Two Stores: Liberty Av.& 5th St.. 5424Center At. Cjreenhouses: West View. New York. Established 1 874-. DARDS N. E. Corner 44th St. and Madison Ave. Has his own correspondents in all the large cities of Europe and the British Colonies. Cable orders forwarded by private code. Telegraph and Cable Ad- dress, DARDSFLOR. New York FLORAL CO. We Guarantee Satisfaction 413 Madison Ave. cor. 48th St. Albany, N. Y. Flowers or Design Work. Delivered in Albany and Vicinity on Telegraphic Order. 11 NORTH PEARL STREET. Boston, Mass. Send flower orders for delivery in Boston and all New England Points To THOS. F. GALVIN, Inc., 124 TREMONT ST. THE J. M. GASSER COMPANY, (g[L[l^[I[L/^[i^[D)p®o We Cover All Points in Ohio. Buffalo, N. Y. Flowers ''Quality W.J. Palmers Son. 304 Main St. GEO. A. HEINL, SirS: All Orders Promptly Executed. Detroit, Mich. John Breitffleyer's Sons Comer Miami and Gratiot Avenues. Artistic Designs. High Grade Cut Blooms. We cover aU Michigan points and good sections of Ohio, Indiana and Canada. Kansas City, Mo. Geo. M. Keliogg Flower and Plant Co., 906 GRAND AVE. KANSAS CITY and PLEASANT HILL, MO. Will fill all orders for Cut Flowers, FnneraJ Designs, Wedding and Birthday Gifts that ma; be entrusted to them. Terra Haute, Ind. John G. HeinI ft Son, 129 South Seventh St. Telephone 247. We are fn position to fill promptly ull mall, tela- phone, telegraph and cable order* with hMl quality stocic in season. Pittsburg, Pa. A. W. SMITH CO. KEENAN BLDG. Larsrest Floral Establishment in America Q Established 1874. Incorporated 1909. Rochester, N; Y. J.B. KELLER SONS. C FLORISTS. : 25 Clinton Avenue, N. Rochester Phone 606. Long Dis. Bell Phone >I8f IN HEART OF NEW YORK CITY Phone 2270 38th St. 1294 Broadnray Our Motto-THE GOLDEN RULE Kansas City, Mo. Samuel Murray 1017Broaway''?l?,^/rv"?ory Both Phones 2670 Main. ^rite. Telephone All orders (riven prompt or Telegraph. attention. Louisville, Ky. Established 1 S80. N. D. REIMERS 'Successor to Chas7 W. Reimers. 329 Fourth Avenue 392 The American Florist. Mar. ig, DESIGNS OR CUT FLOWERS Will be delivered for the trade in other cities by ttie firms below.the Leading Retailers in the cities indicated on Wire, Phone or Mail Orders. vhicago. EsUblished In 1857. ^^^ 739 Buckingham Place, L. D. Phone 558 Lake View. Send us your retail orders. WI BAVI TBI BBT FACILmES IN THE CITT Chicago. BAUSWlRTfl FLORIST Auditorium Annex. Mall, Telegraph or Telephone Orders Filled Promptly in Best Style. Qncinnati, O. JULIUS BAER, 138-140 E. Fonrth St Umi Distance 'Pbone. New Orleans- CUT FLOWERS for Tourists and General Trade. Wire or mail. Highest Grade Stock ODly* ^5!*^^ VIRGIN, 5rN»A\"i^ Savannah, Ga. JOHN WOLF, Wholesale and Retail FLORIST. Kalamazoo and Battle Creek, Mich. H. A. FISHER CO. IVholesale and Retail Florists. We Handle ETcrything in Season. Milwaukee, Wis. CCPoUworthCo. care of yoiuroiSors 'n W^lSCOnSUl. Buffalo, Niagara Falls, Lockport. S. A. Anderson, 440 Main St., Buffalo, N. Y. Mail. Telephone and Telegraph orders filled prompUy wiib the choicest stock. F. H. Weber BOYLE AND MARYLAND AVENUES PHONES} ^'irrl^f ST. LOUIS Washington, D. C. I4th and H Streats. Also 1601 Eutaw Place, Baltimore, Md. Kansas City, Mo. WILLIAM L. ROCK, Flower Co., will carefully execute orders lor Kansas City and anj town In Missouri, Kansas or Okialioma. Mention the American Florist when writing St. Louis, Mo, Write. Wire or Fbone Your Ordera lo 1406 Olive Street, {(.eeular discount allowed on all orders, either Plants or Cut Flowers, Phones Bell. Main 2306. Kinlocti. Central 4981 Mention the American Florist when writing New York. stab Med 1849 David Clarke's Sons FLORAL DECORATORS 2139-2141 Broadway Choice Gut Flowers Telephones; 1552-1553 Columbus. •UDB BROSfOi rLORISTS WASfilNdTOM D. e. Gude's Washington, D. G. Geo. C. Shaffer, K s FLORIST K :: Phone 24 1 6 Main 1 4th 8 Eye Sts, N. V« Write. Teleuraph or Telephone. Brooklyn, New York. "WILSON" 3 and 5 Greene Ave, and 339 to 347 Greene Avt. Greenhouses: Short Hills, N. J. Deliveries in NEW YORK, LONG ISLAND and NEW JERSEY Mention the American Florist when writing New York. MYER, FLORIST, 609-6 1 1 Madison Ava. Phone 5297 Flaia. Indianapolis, Ind. BertermaooBroSsCo. FLORISTS 241 Massachusetts Ave Omaha, Neb. Hess & Swoboda FLORISTS. 1415 Farnum St. ,5o^f^"°f?l3 Denver, Colo. yhc Park ....Floral Co. J. A. VALENTINE. President. Anderson, S. C. THE ANDERSON FLORAL CO. 533 MARSHALL AVE. igio. The American Florist. 393 EASTER EASTER EASTER HENRY M. ROBINSON & COMPANY WHOLESALE COMMISSION FLORISTS TELEPHONES 5 l^*"^ 2617-2618 itLti-nunts / pQp^ HILL 25290-25292 15 PROVINCE STREET AND 9 CHAPMAN PLACE BOSTON, MASS. Easter Lilies in Pots $12.50 per Hundred OOQPQ^^^rti^rican Beauties, Brides and Bridesmaids, Richmonds; Killarnies, Pink and I^W^CO White; Maryland. O €kft\{\\\(\t\Q* Lily of the Valley; Tulips, Lorraine and Murillo ; Daffodils and Jonquils, best Wai liailUlld, varieties; Violets, single and double. Cut Easter and Calla Lilies: P^^f'^s S^e^t Peas Mignonette, Marguerites, ^^ •" »-'«*'^*-^» -^wMB** ■^■Miwk^, Smilax.bprengeri and Plumosus,Croweanum Fern. Best Quality of Stock at Lowest Market Prices We carry a full line of Florists' Supplies and Hardy Cut Evergreens, such as Dagger and Fancy Ferns, Bronze and Green Galax, Cut Box Wood Sprays, Festooning and Branch Laurel, Leucothoe Sprays, Green and Sphagnum Moss, Southern Wild Sltlilax. SATISFACTION GUARANTEED— WE NEVER DISAPPOINT. YOU CAN DEPEND UPON ALL ORDERS BEING FILLED AS PLACED. 100.000 EASTER LILIES P For Easter. Best in the Market. Also Roses, Carnations, Valley, Violets, Daffodils, Freesias and Smilax. ^Prfc for Prices. DOMOTO BROS., 27'29LickP ace,SanFranci$co, Calif. Louisville, Ky. JACOB SCHULZ, 550 So. Fonrtta Avenue. Colorado Springs, Colo. FRANK F. CRUMP, Wholesale and Retail Horist. MICHIGAN. Orders will be carefully cared for by HENRY SMITH, Wholesale and Retail Florist of GRAND RAPIDS. Lansing, Mich. Gurdon B. Smith Covers all Points in Michigan. Best of Shipping Facilities in all Directions. Always has the best of Everything. Mention the American Florist when writing ♦u Seattle, Wash. W. McCOY Mention the American Florist when writing Denver, Colo. FLORAL DESIGNS AND FLOWERS Best Quality on Shortest Notice DANIELS & FISHER Order by mail, telephone, teleiiraph or cable. Cable address "Daniels. Denver" Mention the American Florist when writing Toronto, Can. Canada's best known and most reliable fiorist °*L. Dunlop's 96 Yontfe Street. We deliver anywhere in Canada and fuaraatee safe arrival. 394 The American Florist. Mar. '% \ The Seed Trade. J American Seed Trade Association. J. C. Robinson. Waterloo, Neb.. Pres.; M. H. Duryea, New York. First Vice-Fres.: F. W. Bolgiano. Washing ton. D.C.. Second Vice- Pres.: C. E, Kendel. Cleveland. O.. Sec'y and Treas.. Leonard H. Vaughan. Chicago. Asst. Sec'y. Twenty-eighth annual conven- tion, at Atlantic City, N. ]. June 21, 1910. Low vitality tests on .swpit corn con- continue to come in. California freesias were slightly damaged by recent frosts. An interesting article on French bulbs will be found on page 368. Chas. p. Braslan writes from San Jose, Calif, stating that he will leave for the east soon, on his way to Europe. The onion set market at Chicago, ■ which has been hanging on the ragged edge of a break for some days, stif- fened a little this week. Atlanta, Ga. — The McMillan Seed Co. has applied for a charter of in- corporation. J. C. McMillan and C. L. Fain are incorporators and the cap- .ital stock is $6,000. Now that seedsmen are to be com- pelled to use transparent packets, of course the Department of Agriculture will be put under the same rule with their free seed packets. Both counter and mail trade in eastern cities have been good the past 10 days, while in the west the in- crease has been good, though the weather continues cool. Santa Ci-ara valley onion seed growers are looking for spring rains as the rainfall so far has been pretty light. Those who are growing at Tyler Island believe they are in bet- ter shape than the valley growers to fight the drought. At a conference of sealers of weights and measures in Washington a reso- lution was adoiJted urging congress to pass a law compelling manufacturers of all packet goods to print upon the outside of their packages a statement of the net contents in units of weight or measure. Chicago. — Contract prices on the board of trade March 16 for grass seed were noted as follows: Timothy. $4.30 nominal. White clover, from 20 cents to 25 cents. — Visitors: John Lewis Childs, returning from California: J. F. Garfat, representing Hogg & Lytle, Port Huron. Mich, Braslan Seed Growers Go. Lettuce, Onion, Sweet Peas, Growers for the Wholesale Trade Only. SAN JOSE, CALIF. Mauchurian Cora. Ki). Amehican Fi.ohi.st: — We note in your issue of February 12 an article on new kinds of corn from China. It might be interesting to your readers to know that not only have they some varieties of corn in China and Japan which are merchant- able, but the fact that through the port of Seattle alone, during the last three months, there has been over 500 tons of Japanese corn imported and distributed among the farmers in this section of the state. Of course) the reason and only reason for importing this corn was that the dealers here In the Nick of T.me. — Chicago Triliiinr could buy it cheaper than they could buy corn from Iowa and Nebraska. It does indeed look serious when the United States with its unexcelled pro- duction of corn has to import corn from the orient. Chas. H. Ln.r.Y Co. Seattle, Wash. Cost of Mailing: Government Free Seeds. Representative Sims, of Tc-nnessee, has had inserted in the records a statement he had obtained from the Agricultural Department showing the weight and cost of transporting seed distributed by senators and represent- atives. The department .says that the total weight of vegetable seeds sent through the mails, including the con- tainers, is 1,351.190 pounds. The pos- tage on vegetable seeds at second- class rates would be $135,513.90 an- nually. The total weight of flower seeds sent through the mails last year was 76,073 pounds on which the total postage, if paid woulil be $760.63. — Pittsburg Li^ader. Pcas^Bcans Alfred J. Brown Seed Co^ Growers for the Wholesale Trade. GRAND RAPIDS, MICH Seed Packets Must be Transparent. The following letter lias been sent out to seedsinen in large cities by the local postmasters: I have the lionor to inform you that I am in receipt, this day, of a communication Irom the lionui-able tliird assistant post- master general, Washington, D. C. instancine a case in point where seeds In an opaque sealed envelope were rated at the offlee of delivery with due postage at the first-cIauM rate, because the envelope containing the seeds was not sufficiently liansparent to clearly show the contents as reciuired by the Ijnstal regulations. This was one of several cases brought to the attention of the Post Office department, from whicli it appeared that the mailings of seed concerns were not always ill harm- ony with paragraph n, section 496, postal laws and regulations, which reads as fol- lows: ■"Seeds XXX which are liable from their form or nature to loss or danrage. unless specially protected, must be put up in sealed envelopes made of material sufficiently trans- parent to show the contents clearly without opening " The honorable third assistant postmaster general also flirects me lo immediately bring the provisions of the postal laws and Regulations cited to the attention of the seed concerns of tills city, and to advise them that mailings of such seeds on and after July. 1, next, cannot be accepted at the third-class rate of postage, unless the reciuirements of the aforesaid regulations are met. I trust that this information will be all that is necessary to adjust your mailings in conformity with these regulations. If not, I would be pleased to convey any lurlher information desired. lit is reported that a committee of eastern mail order seedsinen will call on the postmaster general at Wash- ington shortly with regard to this mat- ter. — Ed. I Imports. Duiing the week ending March 5 imports were received at New York as follows: H. Frank Darrow, 150 packages seed, 37 cases trees and shrubs, 30 cases plants. Peter Henderson & Co., 10 bags, 35 pi>.ckages seeds. O. G. Hempstead & Son, 27 cases plants, 7 cases trees and shrubs. F. B. Vandegrift & Co., 20 bags seed, 41 packages. 17 cases trees and shrubs, 3 barrels bulbs. Stumpp & Walter Co., 4 cases trees. Vaughan's Seed Store, 20 cases trees and shrubs. 5 liarrels seed, 10 cases mushroom spawn. Reed & Keller. 6 crates plants. J. M, Thorburn & Co., 8 barrels seed. Maltus & Ware. 284 cases. 50 tubs, 141 packages trees and shrubs. McHutchison & Co., 95 cases trees and shrubs, 102 cases plants, 10 cases seed. W. Elliott & Sons, 58 cases trees and shrubs. P. Ouwerkerk. 226 cases trees. To others: 890 bags, 3 cases, 10 packages seed, 148 cases, 88 packages trees and shrubs, 67 cases, 1 box, 7 packages plants, Catalognies Received. C. C. Morse & Co., San Francisco, Calif., plants, seeds and trees: J. L. Dillon. Bloomsburg. Pa., wholesale list roses and carnations: E. H. Hunt. Chicago, fertilizers; Natural Guano Co., Aurora. 111., fertilizers: W. Atlee Burpee & Co., Philadelphia, Pa., prize suppleirient: H. E. Fiske Seed Co., Hoston, Mass.. seeds: Wagner Park C.uis-rvatories, .Sidney, O., nursery stock; Sluis Seed Store, Chicago, mar- ket gardeners' list: Jay J. Utter, Bravo, Mich., seeds; M. Crawford Co., I'uyahoga Falls, ().. small fruits: Bei-rydale Experiment Gardens, Hol- land, Mich., specialties in berries, small fruits and vegetables; Schlegel & Foltler Co., Boston, Mass., seeds and wholesale list; Eastern Nurseries. igio. The American Florist. 395 Every Florist Who Grows Asters Should send for our Aster Book immediately. Get vour name on our files for our regu- lar Florists' Wholesale Catalogue. These Books are Free. James Vick's Sons, Rochester, N. Y. Mention this paper. VAN ZANTEN BROTHERS Royal Netherland Bulb Nurseries and Export Trade. HILLEGOM, HOLLAND, Wholesale growers of the leading sortsof Hyacinths, Tulips, Narcissus, Crocus, Spireas, Gladiolus, Peonies, etc., etc. Write our travL-ler. MR. G. HYLF EMA, care of Messrs. Maltus fi Ware, 14 Stone St., New York, for Catalogue and Special prices of all HOLLAND BULBS AND PLANTS Mention the American Florist when writing STOCK SEED Flsk's Branching in all colors. Trade packet. 40c.. oz.$4.0O. Pure White, tr. packet. 50c.. oz.$5.00. Also Beauty of Nice strains. H. E. FISKE SEED CO., Boston, Mass. Pape & Bergmann, Quedlinburg, Germany. Elite Seeds of Flowers and Vegetables. Specialties: stock, Pansies. Cyclamen, etc.. Cactus Dahlias. Bulbs. General Catalogue Free Mention the American Florist when writing SEEDS Best that grow. We sell di rect to gardeners and llorists at wholesale. Bis beautiful catalogue fri-o. Write today, ARCHIAS' SEED STORE. Box 50 S edalla. Mo. Jamacia Plain. Mass., wholesale list nursery stock; Diggs & Readies, Rich- mond, Va., seeds; Central Seed & Bulb Co., Benton Harbor, Mich., bulbs and tubers; J. M. Philips' Sons, Pittsburg, Pa., seeds; Reichardt & Schulte Co., Houston, Texas, seeds; I^ava Company of America, Passaic, N. J., lava fer- tilizers; N. L. Willet Seed Co., Au- gusta, Ga., seeds; O. A. D. Baldwin. Bridgman, Mich., specialties in small fruits, berries and vegetables; A. E. McKenzie Co., Brandon, Man., seeds; Guthrie-Lorenz Co., Des Moines, la., seeds; Cedar Hill Nursery and Orch- ard Co., Winchester, Tenn., surplus wholesale list nursery stock; The Home Nursery, LaFayette, 111., nur- sery stock; State Nursery Co., Helena, Mont., seeds, plants and trees. Vilmorin-Andrieux & Co., Paris, France, seeds; Van Zanten Bros., Hil- legom. Holland, bulbs; V. Lemoine et Flls, Nancy, France, plant novelties; I Theo. Pauwels & Co., Meirelbeke, Bel- gmm, orchids; Mangowood Floral Co., Manila, P. I., wholesale list orchids. WILDPRET BROTHERS Largest Growers ^l^^and Exporters of jermuda.OnionSeed^ HIGHEST GERMINATION White and Red Bermuda. EARLY DELIVERY Crystal Wax and Golden Onion. Let Us- Book Your OrJer At Once So As To Obtain Full Delivery. Prices on Applicafi6n. We Supply Seedsmen Only. Port Orotava, Teneriffe, Canary Islands. Fine Aster Seed Catalogue Now Ready. VICK & HILL CO., Box 613, Rochester, N. Y. BSTABLISHSD IN 182*. Bridgeman's Seed Warehouse RICKARDS BROS., Prop.., 37 bit 19th St., bet Bioadway and 4th Ave. New York Tel«pboDe 4235 Gramercy. FOR SEEDS OF ALL KINDS AFPLY TO W. W. JOHNSON & SON, Limited, Boston. Ensland. Pjeters-Wtieeler Seed Company HOLLISTER, CAL. Growers of High Grade Seeds Onion. Lettuce, Radish, Sweet Peas, Etc. CORRESPONDENCE SOLICITED. San Pedro. Calif. — T. Kanshara, Japanese florist, accidentally shot him- self March 2 with a gun he was carry- ing between his legs while driving home. JOHN BODGER & SONS CO. Gardena, Calif. Wholesale Growers of Sweet Peas, Tomatoes, Lima Beans, Lettuce, Asters, Cosmos and other Flower Seeds. Mention the American Florist when viriting Waldo Rohnert GIIROY, CAL. Wholesale Seed Grower Specialties: Lettuce, Onion, Sweet Peas, Aster, Cosmos, Mignonette, Verbena, in variety. Correspondence solicited. Mention theAjncrican Florist when writing S. D. WOODRUFF & SONS, SEED GROWERS Dealers in Garden, Field and Flower Seeds. Specialties: Beet. Carrot. Corn. Peas. Beans, Onion Sets and Seed Potatoes. Catalogue free. Contracts taken, 82-84 Dey street. Orange, Conn. NEW YORK. GET QUOTATIONS FROM LSNDRETH SEEDS which SUCCEED Bi...sdaie Bristol, Pa. Concord Junction, Mass. — L. Cous- ins will erect a new greenhouse aa soon as the weather permits. 39« The American Florist. Mar. ^9< Market Gardeners | 4 Oreenhonse Veiielable Orowers and Market Gardeners' Association. C.W. Waid, NewCarlisle.Pa., President: Franklin DeKleine, Grand Rapids, Micb., Vice-President: S. W. Severance, 508 Illi- nois Life Building, Louisville, Ky., Secre- tary; M. L. Ruetenik, Cleveland, O., Treas. A New Potato Disease. The wart disease is a new enemy of the potato crop which is attracting great attention in Europe, and which is liable to be introduced into the United States at any time. It affects the tubers, forming large, rough, un- sightly warts, and, in severe attacks, completely destroys the crop. Once the fungus gets into the soil, it is im- possible to grow a crop of potatoes on the land for several years. The fungus which causes this disease was discovered in 189G in potatoes grown in Hungary. It is now preva- lent in many places in England, and there is great danger that it may spread to Ireland. It is also found in Germany and some other European countries. It has been carried to New- foundland, but has not yet appeared in the United States. It is spread by using affected potatoes for seed, and, as this country imports considerable quantities of potatoes every year, there is danger that it may be introduced. The Department of Agriculture has recently issued a circular (for free distribution), giving a brief account of this disease. A New Grape Barrel. Consular Agent A. E. Carleton, of Almeria, Spain, reports the invention at that place of a barrel for grapes, for which many advantages are claimed. The barrel is cylindrical, and has four compartments, so con- structed that the grapes will receive all needed ventilation. Each compart- ment will hold 12 pounds of fruit, which will keep better, it is claimed, than in the present barrel where the whole quantity, say 50 pounds, is packed together. The entire barrel can be made by machinery and there is practically no waste of wood. Any kind of wood may be used. A com- pany has been formed to exploit the invention and enough orders have already been received to warrant the purchase of the machinery needed. The name of the inventor is on file at the bureau of manufactures, Washing- ton, D. C. ; Prices of Indoor Fruits and Vegetables. New York, March 12. — Mushrooms, 50 cents per pound; cucumbers, $1.75 to $2.50 per dozen; lettuce, $1 to $1.25 per dozen heads; tomatoes, 30 cents per pound; radishes, 3 cents per bunch; asparagus, white, $12 per dozen bunches, green, $15 per dozen bunches; rhubarb, 75 cents per dozen bunches; mint, $1 per dozen bunches; beet tops, $1.50 per bushel; grapes, Gros Colman, 75 cents per pound; peaches, $2 per dozen. Chicago, March 16. — Mushrooms, 25 cents to 60 cents per pound; cucum- bers, $1.25 to $1.50 per dozen; leaf let- tuce. 40 cents per box; head lettuce, Florida, $3.50 per hamper. Louisiana, TO SEEDSMEN BUY YOUR Bermuda Onion Seeds Direct from the grower who knows how to handle the plow and to cultivate his crop. Varela's Own Grown Seeds ^'u Jl^ Jl^'' Please Send Your Contract at Once to FEDERICO C. VARELA. Teneriffe, Canary Islands. Winterson's Seed Store 45-47-49 WABASH AVE. '-""cffafe^sr"^ CfllCAfiO Plantsmen, Nurserymen, Seedsmen and Florists' Supplies We can supply everything the Florist Uses Catalogue Free Contracts to grow all kinds of Vegetable Plants, transplantt'd or not. Also Gera- Diums. Colous. Cannas. Salvias. Verbenas, Pansics, etc.. for spring delivery. Al stock only. Corruspondence solicited. Wholesale Florist^ Washington, New Jersey. Alonzo J. Bryan, Watcn tor our Trade Mark stamped on every brick of Lambert's Pure Culture Mushroom Spawn Substitution of cheaper grades is tbus easily exposed. Fresh sample J''o^r>> brick, with illustrated book, mailed ^<^^^ postpaid by manufacturers upon re- ceipt of 40 cents in postage. Address Traile Mark. American Spawn CO., St.Paul.Minn VEGETABLE PLANTS. Cabbage, Wakefield and Successsion. SI.50 pi r lUOO. Parsley, 25c per 100: $1 25 per 1000. Lettuce, Big Boston. Boston Market Grand Rao ids. $1.00 per 1000. Beet plants. $1.25 per 1000. Cash with order. R. VINCENT, Jr. & SONS CO., ^'^S!"*" $5 and $7 per barrel; tomatoes, 20 cents per pound; radishes, 50 cents per dozen; asparagus, 25 cents to 40 cents per bunch; grapes, Gros Col- man, 75 cents per pound; rhubarb, 60 cents. LOCKPORT, N. Y. — D. T. McCarthy &'Sons, who carry on a general horti- cultural and floricultural business here, were recently incorporated with a capital of $33,000. The incorpo- rators are: Daniel T. McCarthy, Thos. .J. McCarthy and Mark L. McCarthy. 123 WARREN STREET, (Near West St.) NEW YORK NOTICE To My Friends and the Public: I have leased part of the building at the above address for a term of years. I am now in a position to serve my Friends and the Public more faith- fully than ever, and will be greatly pleased to have an enquiry or call. Tested and Reliable Seeds, Bulbs and Plants. Anything you want for the Garden. Anj at Reasonable Prices. C. McTAGGART, SEEDSMAN AND FLORIST, 123 WARREN ST. (Near West St.), NEW YORK. I Richmond, Va. — It is said that W. A. Hammond intends to sell out to Kirk Parrish, who will consolidate with the Minniborya Flower Farm. The consideration is |90,000. The American Florist. Vaughan's Sweet Peas SPENCER AND UNWIN TyPES. Hoz. 1 oz. Hlb. lb. Apple Blossom (Spencer). Primrose, with rose standard $3.25 $0.80 $3.00 Asta Ohn (Spencer). The best lavender in the Spencer selections $0.40 .75 BlancbeFerry (Spencer). Pink and white Spencer type .25 .50 Countess Spencer (Variety). Brieht clearpink .. .10 .35 125 Dainty (Spencer). White with very light pinkedge ■ .25 .85 3 20 Florence Morse (Spencer). Delicate blush with pink margin .15 .40 1,60 George Herbert (Spencer). Bright rose carmine .15 .40 1.60 Gladys Unwin. One of the finest pinks inexistence .. .10 .20 .50 King Edward VII (Spencer). Deep rich carmini- scarlet 30 .50 1,60 Mrs. Alfred Watldns. Superb pale pink. .10 .20 Mrs. Sanhey (Spencer). A black seeded pure white .50 Mrs. Walter Wright (Spencer). Rose purple .40 NoraUnwin. Tlie best white .10 .20 Paradise. ."^ dark shade of pink .10 Primrose (Spencer) . .lo .20 Princess Alice (Spencer). Light rosy mauve .15 .4) 1.40 Princess Victoria. Wliite blush and pink edged Spencer .15 .SO 1.80 Ruby (Spencer). Scarlet Spencer .40 1.50 Sutton's Qaeen. Primrose edged in margin with buff .... .15 .45 1.60 White (Spencer). Flowers absolutely pure white .10 .20 .60 .60 .60 .80 .60 NORA UNWIN SWEET FEA. Flora Norton. A very bright blue quite different from Vt other blues, being a brighter blue and clearer color $0, Flora Frazer. An improved Blanche Ferry, with longer stems truetotyoe . . Frank Dolby. Largest and best pale lavender King Edward VII. The best of the dark red Lady Grisel Hamilton. The best of all lavender sorts Lord Nelson. Improvement on navy bluecclor. rich navy blue. Lovely. Shell pink, extra fine Mont Blanc. ,An early-floweri'^e white, for forcing Mrs. George Higginson, Jr. Clear azure blue lb. Ih. .10 $0 30 .15 .40 .25 ,H0 .10 ,30 .10 .40 ,in .30 ,10 ,25 lO .35 .10 ,25 STANDARD VARIETIES. v^Xh. lb. Blanche Ferry. Pink and white ,$0.10 $0,20 Bolton's Pink. Pink shaded rose, of immense size. .15 .50 Bridesmaid. This is a deep bright pitik 15 .40 Dainty. Large, pure white tinted with pink 15 .35 Dorothy Eckford. One of the best of all the white. ,10 .30 Emily Henderson. White, early and free 10 .25 Evelyn Byatt. Rich fiery orange; very striking and unique 15 .40 Prince of Wales. Deep rose 10 .25 Salopian. Rich deep scarlet 10 .25 Queen Alexandra. Giant size; best scarlet oz.. 10c .15 .40 Shasta. Giant flowered white 15 ,40 White Wonder. Pure white, of the largest size 15 .40 Vaughan's Florist Mixture. This mixture is made up by ourselves from separate colors, carefully proportioned, of the best cut flower sorts and colors, and includes this year some of the best Spencer varieties. ^ lb.. 20c; lb.. 80c; 51bs., $3.50. Eckford Mixture. This mi.xture contains over thirty varieties, including novelties of 1909. Per Hlb., lOc; lb., 25c; lOlbS., $2.00. VAUGHAN'S SEED STORE, 25 Barclay St., NEW YORK. 84-86 Randolph St. and 202 W. Randolph St., CHICAGO. "Spring Book for Florists." Ask for it. S. JW. IsbeU & Co., Jackson, Mich. CONTRACT SF.F.n GROWERS, Bean, Cucumber, Tomato, Pea, Mnskmelon, Sqtush, Watermelon, Radish, Sweet Com. Correspondence solicited. C AULIFLOWER s^ A B B A G E E^ LttY OF THE VALLEY PIPS HJALMAR HARTMANN & CO. Ligangstraede 20, COPENHAGEN, DENMARK South Lanc.\stee. Mass. — Fred Hall, who has been employed at the Chand- ler greenhouses the last few years, has left for a similar position at Athol. Lincoln, Neb. — H. H. Frey, of Frey & Frey. has the sympathy of the trade In the loss of his wife, who died March 12. Mrs. Frey, who was also the mother of C. H. Frey, was 70 vears of age. SE>E>r> H:A.IVGE>ie® Lithographed in ten colors; size 17x24K-in. always in stock. Send for prices. We always carry a line of 600 different kinds of Flower Seed Packets. Brett Lithographing Co., 605-611 W. 129th Street NEW YORK. Send Advts. Early for Best Service. '^, "^^ i vy«*S3 ^^^b^L^J^ b 4J '/ -r- 'll^^ K r^^Bffs^. Mli^rsi ^^^^^Wt^jB^^jfibv % r 398 The American Florist. Mar. yj>. =!"!«> The Nursery Trade ] AiAerloan Association of Narserymen, F.H. Staonard, Ottawa, Kans.. President: W. P.Stark, Louisiana, Mo., Vice-President", John Hall. Rochester, N. Y.. Sec'y. Thirty-fifth annual convention to be held at Denver. Colo.. June 8-10, 1910. Sturgeo^j Bay, Wis. — The Sturgeon Bay Orchard & Nursery Co. has in- creased its capital from $20,000 to $40,000. We have received the Twenty-fourth Annual Report of the Minneapolis board of park commissioners with many handsome ilustrations and maps and much valuable text. DUNDEE, III. — The D. Hill Nursery Co. has been incorporated, with cap- ital stock. $25,000 to do a general nur- sery business. David Hill. Geo. W. Hill, Arthur H. Hill and Vernon D. Hill are the incorporators. West Berkeley, Calif. — The E. Gill Nursery Co. has just purchased 85 acres of land at Edenvale, six miles south of San Jose, which is now be- ing planted to nursery stock. This place will be run in connection with the home place, where fleld-grown roses for the wholesale trade are made a specialty. Notes from Rochester, N. Y. March 12 is perhaps a little prema- ture to speak of the final effects of the winter on plant life. Judging, however, from present appearances, everything appears to have wintered remarkably well. According to the weather bureau reports the mean tem- perature of last December and Jan- uary was 26°, which represented two degrees below normal. The lowest temperature was 21/2 degrees below zero. During February snow fell to a depth of 26 inches. During the past 10 days most of the snow has dis- appeared. To all appearances the subsoil is thoroughly soaked to a con- siderable depth. Last fall and during early winter the subsoil in our region appeared to be abnormally dry, and as all horticulturists agree in the the- ory that trees, shrubs and plants en- tering the winter with their roots suf- fering from a lack of water supply are liable to suffer from the effects of winter's cold, -we are agreeably surprised to note the excellent condi- tion at the present time — but of course we are not quite out of the wood yet. Rhododendrons look almost as well as they did last October, with the ex- ceptions of Charles Bagley, Madame Carvaho and Coeruleseus, on which a few of the leaves are slightly brown- ed, but hardly enough to be notice- able, and it will not affect their flow- ering in the slightest degree. The dwarf rhododendrons such as R. ar- butifolium, R. ovatum and R. myrti- folium hardly ever escape any winter with us without more or less scorch- ing of their leaves, but I think I never saw them look better than they do at present. In walking through the pinetum today and taking notes all the conifers appeared to be in the best STOCK FOR FLORISTS ROSES for Forcing— Hybrid P.rpetuals and Ramblers, all th« best ones; fine, strone stuH. Clematis, AmpelopBis, Tree Hydrangeas and Lilacs, Shrubs, Vines and Perennials. Write for prices. PALMS— Kentias in 2H-inch pots. $8.00 per 100; $75 00 per 1000. JACKSON fi PERKINS CO., Newark (near Rochester), New York Nurserymen and Florists. Wholesale only. Use printed stationery. "FLOWER OF FAIRFIELD" The "Everbloominff Grimsnn Bamhier " The Best Climbing Rose in the market, flowerine during th» IMC LVetUIUUinmg bllin&un ndmuier. ^^^,^. summer in large Clusters ol nnest crimson color. Pricefor first rate plants with 3 to6 shoots, open ground srrown. $11. 00 per 100, $100.00 per 1000. Extra strone planls, from 5 and more branches, at $15.00 per 100. Package fr«e. cash with order only. C^k..l4k^:<^ Rm.«.« The "Old" Rose Gardens, at STEINFURTH, SCnUlineiS DrOS»9 near Bad-Nauhelm, GERMANY. A GOOD INVESTMENT Evansville, Ind., Feb. 18, 1910. American Florist Co. Chicago. Dear Sir.s: — I am using your Trade Director}- and out of 4UU0 nurserymen we circularized only two circulars came back. I am enclosing these names as you may want to make the clianges. .\. J. LOCKYEAR. New Edition Now Ready-Price S3.00. of health. Even the cedar of Leba- non. Lawson's cypress, Cephalonian fir and the Nootka Sound cypress which are always liable to be scorched with us in winter show no sigtis of injury at present. Snowdrops were in full bloom March 3 and the Japanese witchhazel on March 7. JOHN DUNBAK. Notes on Nuts. Nut bearing trees planted along all the small branches and in the fence corners will increase the beauty and value of the farm. Probably no other field of undeveloped natural resources in all the domain of diversified pro- duction offers richer and happier re- sults than does nut culture. The advent of the budded and graft- ed pecan has removed the greatest uncertainty ,in the pecan industry. One may now not only be sure that his trees will bear, but that they will do so at a reasonably early age. The pecan ranks first as a table nut; it ranks first in quality of fat oil; it ranks first in food value per pou.nd over all nuts. It is acknowledged by confectioners as the richest and most valuable. In the production of oil it gives the greatest quantity of the richest nut oil. Nature has so arranged it that some kind of nuts will thrive in almost ev- ery locality. The hickory nut does well in the north, the chestnut in the central states, and the pecan in ihe south. Walnuts thrive well every- where. All of these are profitable for nuts and timber and are ornamental for shade. The subject of pecan culture was admirably treated at the American Pomological Society meeting at .St. Catharines, Ontario, bv H. H. Hume, of Florida, and S. H. James, of Ijoijis- iqna. Both papers treated the possi- bilities of pecan culture in a sensible reasonable manner. The glamour and When Travelio^ in Europe Do not forget to inspect our nurseries. We grow immense quantities of Rhododendrons, Azaleas, Magnolias, Boxwood, Conifers, Pot-grown plants for forcing, Lily of the Valley, Evergreens, etc. of high grade and quality. Our nurseries are on sandy soil from which trees transplant readily. From Amsterdam to our nurseries it is only 25 minutes by rail and a train runs every hour. Catalogue Free on Application. JACS SMITS & CO., Naarden, Holland. Long Distance Phone, Bussum 33. Cable Address, Smits-Naarden. romantic possibilities may be said to have been peeled off and the great future of the industry sketched with- out exaggeration. Both believed that there was a large futur ■ for pecan cul- ture in the south west and that when the propagated varieties came into the market the demand for the im- proved nut would increase very rap- idly. A pecan investment might be regarded as a staple and permanent one. Chestnut culture was treated by J. C. Reist of Pennsylvania. igio. The American Florist. 399 ROSES Ask' for Catalog. -^^^^ Clematis Paniculata, field-grown, 1 yr. 5c Clematis Paniculata, field-grown, 2 yr.lOc Hydrangea Paniculata Grandiflora, 18 to 24 in 6c Hydrangea Paniculata Grandiflora, 2 to 3 ft 9c Viburnum Plicatum, 2 to 3 ft 12c Viburnum Plicatum, StoSii ft 15c Cliinese Sacred Lilies $3.00 per 100; $26.00 per 1000 THE DINGEE & CONARD CO., West Grove, Pa. Norway Maples... >pecinien trees 14-18 ft.. 2 4 in. dia. Rhododendron Hybrids 1-3 ft. Best varieties and colors. Rhododendron Maximum (The Nativis). 2 '> ft. in car lots; tine plants. Koster Blue Spruce , 4 5 ft. and 5 6 ft. California Privet for hedge Fine plants. 2-.> ft and 3-4 ft. A Urge assortment of Fruit. Shade and Orna- mental trees and Shrubs. Write for prices Catalogue rnaihd upon request. MORRIS NURSERY CO., Sales Office. 1 Madison Ave., New York. LARGE TREES OAKS and MAPLES Pinaa and Hemlocka ANDORRA NURSERIES. Wm. Warner Harper. Prop. Cheitnnt HiU, PGOLA., PA. Peonies.... Lucretia Dewberry In large quantities. If in need write 6ILBERT H. WILD, Sarcoxie, Mo. Arbor Vitae (Ttanya Occidentalis.) A splendid stock of 3 to 4 ft. and 4 to 5 ft. trees. Write for descriptions and pricep. The Wm. H. Moon Co., MORSISVnXE. PA. Eugene Pitou, Jr. CIVn. ENGINEKR and Landscape Architect . Pkone Barclay 6084—229 Broadway, New York Ocd^a, Estimates, Construction of Groands. Raspberry Plants !; 2oc \>>'X doz. b\ express; CHARLES C. NASH, Kansas, Gregg. Cuni- erland, Cu th ber t, rurner. Miller, Palmer, .5c per doz. by mail. Kalamazoo. Micti. Dayton, O. — A petition to council favoring the setting aside of a cer- tain section of the Central market for a flower market was drafted at the meeting of the local Florists* Club, held at J. F. Young's flower store on East Fifth street recently. Officers of the club for the ensuing year were elected as follows: H. H. Ritter, presi- ^n; John Boehner, vice president; Horace Prank, secretary; George Bartholemew, treasurer. ^ BOBBINK& ATKINS Rutherford, N. J. World's Choicest Nursery Stock Such as Evergreens, Shade and Ornamental Trees, Shrubs, Vines, Trained, Dwarf and Standard Fruit Trees, Grape Vines, and other Small Fruits. Herbaceous Plants and a general variety of Spring BulbS. BOXWOOD— BAY TREES and all other decorative plants, such as DracenaS, Aucubas, Palms, Etc. nspection of our Nursery invited, and convince yourself that we have tlie Stock. Only 9 miles from New York City. Deutzia Lemoineii ^^t"^'"^ Is one of the choicest small shrubs, ' ^ *" 'r,~SL; covered in the blossoming season with a profu- ' '^ sion of pure white flowers. The tall varieties of \ , -^y Deutzia are also among the most beautiful flowering shrubs and should receive more attention from planters who aim to produce effective results. A beautiful catalogue with many new illustrations will be mailed on request. It contains descriptions of these charming shrubs, also of ihe largest and most complete collections to be found in this country of Fruit and Ornamental Trees, Shrubs, Roses and Hardy Plants ELLW ANGER & BARRY, Mount Hope Nurseries, Rochester, N mm -tsi; WE STILL HAVE A FEW THOUSAND Qladioli America Bulblets at $5.00 per 1000; $30.00 for 6,000; $35.00 for 10,000. Send for samples, free. Send for Our Berry Catalogue In it is a CLIMBING BERRY FROM THE HIMALAYA MOUNTAINS that is thorny like a rose, with no dead wood, but crops from the same wood for years. It throws its branch of bloom from the main cane, 18 inches long by 10 to 12 inches wide, with 50 to 100 shell pink blooms as large as a peach bloom. Later fruit. Canes grow 30 to 50 feet long. The berry has no core. The berry is sweet, of a port wine flavor. Berrydale Experiment Gardens, Bri/, Holland, Mich. \ \ JOHN T. WITHERS, Inc. Landscape Architect and Forester I Montgomery St. , JERSEY CITY, N. J. Tree Renovation by Expert Operators. Stere- opticon lectures on Horticulture and .'Vrboriculture. Phoenix Nursery Company Nuraerymen and Florists BLOOMINGTON, ILLINOIS Send list of wants for prices. Wholesale catalog for sprioe issued Feb. 1st 400 The American Florist. Mar. /p, Verbenas I for Everybody..... Of till- finest vari- Pties that ever erow. 70c perlOOi $6.00 per 1090. Mums, the good kind. $1.25 per 100; $10.00 per ICOO. Daisies, white and yellow, $1.00 per 100; $8.00 per 1000. Our bie double Giant Alyssnm, SOc per 100 $7.00 per 1000. reverfew,$l.25 per 100; $10.00 per 1000. We prepay express charges on all rooted cuttings and guar- antee satisfaction. Enchantress Carnations, R. C. very strong, $2.25 per 100; $20.00 per ICOO, C. HUMFELD, The Rooted Cutting Specialist, CLAY CENTER. KANS. HEADQUARTERS FOR Boston. A VEBT FAm WEEK. This has been a very fair week. There was considerable surplus along certain lines, but on the whole con- ditions were not bad. Violets are fall- ing off perceptibly in size and color. Carnations are coming in more freely all the time and there is a ready mar- ket for all but the red shades. Bulb- ous stock is coming in good and heavy and occasionally gets ahead of the demand. The cheaper stock finds its way to the streets through the me- dium of the fakirs. Good roses are short and the outlook for first class stock for Easter is not very bright. There seems to be plenty of medium and short roses of all kinds, Chatenay, My Maryland and Richmond all com- ing good in color. The new rose (Ward) is coming in limited quanti- ties. Beauties are still scarce and the price keeps up. Valley, gardenias and cattleyas are coming in suflBcient num- bers to meet all demands. Sweet peas are quite plentiful. Lilies are plenti- ful and selling well. The plant trade is holding up strong. Welch Bros, report prospects good for a heavy Easter trade. They have arranged for a most complete line of plants and cut flowers. Special atten- tion will be given to the crating and shipping of flowering plants, the safe arrival of which means so much to the out-of-town dealers. We had the pleasure of a visit from Ernst Wienhoeber and his son, of Chicago, this week. They visited as many of the prominent establishments in the trade as their time permitted and left the city with a most pleasant Impression. Edward Crowley has resigned his position with Donald Carmichael of Wellesley and has opened a retail store in Waltham. Mr. Crowley is well known in the trade and his many friends wish him success in his new enterprise. The snapdragon grown by Hardy of Natick and handled by E. Fletcher, is worthy of special mention. It makes a valuable flower for use in tall vases and comes in an attractive variety, of colors. L,. Carbone's stores are both full of novelties in tempting display. Easter is a particularly busy time with this firm as the line of goods is so exten- sive that all tastes can be gratified. The quantity of shamrock plants in various sizes of pots and pans dis- posed of at this time of year has in- creased almost beyond belief. The H. M. Robinson Co. Is making plans for a banner Easter trade. The advance orders are coming In heavy and the outlook is bright. Easter Plants Azalea Indica One of Our Specialties Lilies, Spireas, Hydrangeas, Cinerarias Azalealndica. Don't be bluffed. Be careful, consider what you buy. and from whom you buy. We are the people in -Azaleas. Have the real thing. Why? We make a specialty of importing .'\?aleaf. Have sufficient capilal to buy for cash in Belgium Therefore we get the Cream of Belgium produc- tion. Full of buds and foliage, a picture of health- Look! Listen! Stop making those goo-goo eyes. How can I help it? Asch- mann's Lilies are looking so charming, and his Azaleas, Cinerarias and other plants are a sight. I am just like be- witched. They are always before my eyes. I see them in my dreams. Asch- mann himself looks so inviting. No wonder I am making goo-goo eyes. I will mail him an Easter order Icday. Azalea Indica Our Specialty In bloom and bud for Easter, ready for shipment on a moment's notice. Mme. Van der Cruyssen, one of the best leading pink varieties, so well known to every florist in America and Europe, and so covered with buds and flowers that the foliage is hidden. Price: 76c, $1.00, $1.25, $i.50, $2.00 to $2.£0. We have other leading varieties in large sizes, also covered with buds: Ber- nard Andreas Alba, white; Niobe, double white; Helena Thielmann, light pink. one of the finest; Souv. Memorie de Van Houtte, very large flowers, double pink; Empress des Indies, large flowering, double variegated- De Schryveriana, double variegated, very handsome, and a few others, Vervieneana, etc. Price: $1.50, $2.00, $2.50 to $3.00. In smaller sizes we have ihe following varieties, full of buds: Mme. Van d<.'r Cruyssen pink; Deutsche Pel le, pure double white; Vervajneana. double variegatfd. one of ihe old stflodard varie- ties; <^pollo. red; Simon Mardner, double pink; De Schryveriana, large double variegated; Em- pn ssdes Indies, double variegated; Niobe. double white. Price. 60c. 75c. *1.00,$l.25to$l.50 Professor Woltors a well tnown varit-gated biiyht variety, at $1 00. $1.25 to $150. W hen we are out of one color we send the not similar color; also if we are out of the size ordered, we send the next size, either above or below the price mentioned. Moonvines (Ipoma?a Multifioia). best white Moonvine. for which we have a world wide reputa- tion now ready. 2^3 in, pots. ^.1 piT 100. Begonia New Improved Erfordi» 5-m,, $2.00 per doz.: Begonia Flambeau, 5-in., $2.0u per doz. Spirea Gladstone. This variety, owing to the dry summer in Holland last year, is very scarce this Easter but we were fortunate enough to secure sufficient to fill our u ual house, and the plants are now in fine condition, full of buds, just right for Easter. 6-7 in. pots. 75c to tl.COeach. Primula Obconlca, 5 in. pots. $2.00 to $2.50 per doz. Double Daffodils, Von Sion best yellow, Sdouble- nosed bulbs in a 6 in. pot, $2.50 per doz. pots. Tulips, Mu'illo (double pink) .? bulbs olarted in a4 in. pot..?2.00per doz. pots. ToumesolTuUps (double variegated). 3 bulbs in a 4 in pot. $150 per doz. pots; readv in bloom for Easter. Kentia Forsterlana, 6 7 in. pets. 35 4050 in. hieh. perfect leaves, $1.25 $1 50, $2.50 to $3.00; 4 in.. 20c. Kentia Belmoreana, 6 in . large stock. $1.?5 to $1,511; 4-in. 20c to 25c; i-in.. 10c, Ficus Elastica (Rubber). 5^4 to 6 in. pots. 25c to 30c. Hydrangea Otaksa, already forced into buds just right for Easter, 6 7 in, pots. 35c, 5Cc. 75c, $1.00 to $1.50 each. If .you would know the fairest sight your eyes can ' ever see, Where the most perfect plants are grown, to Aschmann's come with me. VVh> ! Ne'er since flowers began to bloom waa such a glorious show Of ail the best that florists need found in one place to grow. The lilies are the very best yet seen on Easter day. Azaleas are whole st-eets of flower-, perfect in every w^iy. The Araucarias matchless are, so are the ferns, all green, With bulbs, and plumed Spirsea. the best you've ever seen. And Aschmann gives a challenge, let every florist hear. For flowers or prices, either, no rival does he fear. If you wish to gather dollars, like violets in the spring. Then send your largest order, his plants the cash will bring. Easter Lilies Lilium MuUtiflorum. The Genuine Japanese Easter Lily. 6-in. pots, plants having 6, ti, 7, 8 and 10 buds and flowers, 10c per bud and flower. Plants having under 6 buds, 2-3-4 buds, 12c per bud and flower. As the growing of Lilies is unprofit- able, a certain amount of other plants must be taken. Hyacinths, 4 best colors, King of the Blues. Grarjd Maitre (liytil blue) La Grandesse (best white), Gertrude (best pink). 4-in. pots. $l2.00 per lai. Asparagus Plamosus Nanus, 3-iD.,SS 00 per 100 2Hin ,3c; 4 in.. 10c. Cineraria Hyb. Grandiflora, H.F. Michcll's n. w improved strain. Our plants (•( ihLS strain are twice the siz*:" uf thr-s- of c her years, with perfect. larRe, tretn f->liaee. Some ( f the plants are almost as large as a bushel basket. 6 in. pots, 25c, 35c. SOc. 75c to«.00cach. Areca Lutescens, 5 in. pot«, three plants in a pot, .-"Sc, Cocos Weddeliana, 3 in , 1 5c. c Ferns for Dishes. i;3.i'0 per luO. Have an Immense Stock of Easter Flants. ^P~ This is fur catalogue. ^^ Please state if in or out of pots, ^f All goods must travi I at purchaser's risk only. Cash with order, please. No references will be invettigated. GODFREY ASCHMANN, 1012 W. Ontario St , Philadelphia, Pa. Importer. Wholesale Grower and Shipper of Pot Plants. igio. The American Florist. 401 Vaughan's Special Offer We extend yon a cordial invitation to visit onr Greenhouses and Nurseries, where you can see (or yourself our Immense stock ot Palms, Araucarias, Ferns and other Decorative plants. Western Springs Is one-half hour ride from Chicago on the C, B. 8 Q. R. R. Call at our City Store and get ticket. BOSTON FERNS Each Doz. 100 fiin pots' ? 75 S8 00 $60 00 7 S posV;: . too 10 00 75 00 s'S: Sots. .::::::: tz-; i-too loooo 10 in. Dots 2 50 ASPARAGUS 100 ICOO Asp. Sprengeri, 2V2 in $3 03 t25 00 3 -in 5 00 45 00 4 -in 10 CO Ancnba, Japonica variegated. Eacli Doz. I8in. hieh * 55 ^a 00 24 to 30-in. high 1 50 15 00 Aucuba, Japonica type. .„ ». ISin.hieh 100 10 00 We have a fine lot of Palms in all sizes. See catalogue. CROTONS We offer a choice collection of fancy sorts, well colored. Each Doz. 3-in. pots $0 20 $2 00 4in. pots .. 35 3 5'l 5-in.pots 50 6 00 6-in. pots 1 00 10 00 Azalea Mollis Each Doz. 15to20buds J050 $5 00 40to90buds 100 10 00 Crimson Ramblers. Per doz. 2 years old. 2 to 3 feet, well branched, own roots $2.8J 2 years old. 2 to 3 feet, well branched, budded 2.06 3 years old, 3 to 5 feet, well branched, budded 3.00 4-inch pots 100 $40 00 Per 100 $15.00 15.00 18.00 10,00 Tausendsction. per doz. Per 100 2yr. old, dormant, grafted plants $3.50 $25.00 Lady Gay. 2-yr. old. dormant stocli $3.00 $20.00 Baby Rambler. Dormant, field-grown. Per doz, 100 1000 1st size, selected, budded. 3-years $2.50 $16.00 $150.00 2Dd size, selected, grafted, 2-years 2,00 12,00 109,00 Deutzla Lemoinei,7-in 25 2 50 20 00 Aralia Elegantissima, fine stock. Each 5 inch $1 00 6-incb 1 50 = .._ ..^ Doz. 100 Bush Box Trees, 15 18 in. high.. $4 OO 2u-24-in, high.. 8 00 Ampelopsfs Veitchii, 2 yr 1 75 .112 00 3-yr 2 00 15 00 Per doz. 100 1000 Clemati Pan culata, 2-yr.$l 50 $10 no $90 00 " i-rr. 2 00 15 00 4yr. i 60 25 00 ROSES Per doz. Per 100 American Beauty budded $2 00 $15 OO Gen. Jack •• 175 14 00 Mrs.JohnLaing 175 14 00 Paul Neyron " 2 CO 15 00 John Hopper ' 175 14 fO Fisher Holmes 1 75 14 00 Gen Washington 2 00 15 00 Gross an Teplltz " 2 OO 15 00 Hardy Perennial Plants Doz. Achillea Eupatorium $1 00 Anchusa Angustlf oiia 75 AquUeglaChryssnthain var 85 Arabis Alpina 85 n. PI 85 Aster Prcziosa 1 20 Cardifolius 1 00 Laevis Pulcherimus 150 Novae Belsiae Glory de Nancy. 1 00 Ryecroft Pink T 51 St Egwin 2 00 White Dwarf Queen 1 On Baptlsla Auslralls 85 Bocconia Cordata 85 Boltonia Asteroides 75 Buphalmium Cordlfolium b5 Campanula Medium Calycanthema 1 OO »• ■' Sincle Mixed. 1 fO " '■ Double Mix. d 1 00 •' " Single White. 1 lO Catananche Coerulea 85 Chelone Lyonli 1 25 Chrysanthemum Maximum Si " Northstar 1 25 " Larsoni (new)... 2 50 Coreopsis Lanceolata 75 Rosea 85 Daisy Shasta, California 85 •• Westralla 85 Delphinium Ctiinenses 75 ** ' Album 75 Kelwav's Hybrids 85 Oianthus 'Vbbotsford. 125 ** Plumarivis Cyclops 85 ** Latifolius Coccineus pi. . 1 01 '* Plumarius double 85 ICO $7 00 500 6 00 6 00 6 00 8 00 7 00 10 00 7 01 6 00 600 5 00 6 00 700 7 CO 7 00 7 00 6 00 8 CO 6 ro 8 00 5 00 600 6 00 6 00 5 00 5 00 6 ro 600 7 00 6 00 Doz. 100 Dianthus Perfection $1 25 Her Majesty 85 $6 00 ** Semprrflorens 85 6 oO Digitalis GloxiniaeHora. mixed.... 1 00 7 00 " Maculata Ivervana.spotlfd 1 CO 7 CO Echinacea Purpurea SS 6 00 Erianthns Ravtnnae 85 6 00 Eupatorium .'^t'lratoides 85 6 00 Frazcri 85 6 tO Funkia tanclfolia 75 5 00 GaillardiG'andiflora 85 6 00 *' KormesiDaSolcnd"*ns. . . . 1(0 7(0 ** Grandiflora scmt-pl. 1 00 7 00 " Sulphurra 1 01 7 00 Festuca Glauca 85 6 00 Gypsophila Paniculata, fl. pi.. double white 1 OO 8 00 Helenlnm Autumnale supeibum 85 6 00 " Rubrum I no 8 00 HellanthUS Multiflorus Max ... . 85 6 00 " Sparsiflolius 8i 6 00 Heliopsis Pitcherlanus 65 4 00 Hemerocallis Dumortieri 85 6 00 " Flava 85 6 0) " Kwansofl.pl .85 6 00 Hibiscus Crimson Eye 6'> 4 00 " Moscheuios 60 4(0 .'nula Enslfolla 85 6 00 Iris Pallida Dalmatica, Lavender, each I?c,. 1 50 10 CO Iris Mixed German 60 4 00 Lavandula Blue Lavender 1 cO 7 00 LinumFlavum I 00c 7 09 ■' Pc-renne 85 6 00 Lathyras Laiifolius Albus 1 ik) 7 00 '• Rubra. red 110 7 00 Doz. lOo Lathyrus Pink Bpauty 1 On 7 Oq lobelia Cardinalis $1 on .¥7 Uo lychnis Vlscaria 85 6^0 Lyslmschia Barystachls 1 00 8 On Mentha l^lnt 60 4 Oo Monarda Didyma l no 7 Cq MyosoiosPalustrisSomperflorens. 6") 4 Phalarls Arundinacea var 75 5 On Physostegia Virginica 85 6 00 Platycodon Grandiflora 85 6 00 Mariesi 85 6 CO " Alba 1 00 7 OO Primula Veris Grandiflora 1 00 7 00 " Harbinger 100 7 00 Pyrethrum Ulicinosum 75 5 00 Rudbeckla Golden Glow 85 6 00 '• Golden Ray 85 6 CO " Newmani 1 01) 7 00 " Nitida 1 00 7 CO Sidalcea Rosy Gem 1 00 7 CO Statice Latifolia 100 7 CO Stokesia Cyanea 100 7 OJ '■ Alba 1 25 Solldaga \irpaurea Nana. ...IfO 7 OO Sweet William, single mixed 85 6 00 " " Double mixed S5 6 00 " " Red. double 1 CO 7 00 White 1 00 7 01) Tarragon True German 85 6 00 Thaltctrum Flavum 100 7 00 Tradescantla Virginica 85 6 00 Trltoma Pfitzeri 1 CO 7 00 Tunica Sax if raga 1 CO 7 00 Vlnca Minor 75 5 00 Tncca Filamentosa 75 5 00 SPRING "BOOKaFOR FLORISTS!." ASK FOR IT. YAUGHAN'S SEED STORE, I NEW YORK. All Plants f. o. b. Western Springs, III. CHICAGO. The new store of S. Hoffman in the business district is exceeding expec- tations. Trade has been brisk from the day of opening. T. J. Welch of the Galvin Tremont street store has returned to his post fully recovered from his recent severe cold. Wm. Aylward is handling- an ex- tensive variety of flowering plants in connection with his cut flowers. Frank Edgar of Edgar Bros., is bringing in a fine lot of sweet peas from a new crop. R. Wakefield, Mass. — Otto B. Runge has opened a new store on Albion street. Portland, Ore. — Frederick E. Botje, of Mt. Tabor, died March 4. at his home, 31 East Sixty-first street, aged 49 years. La Crosse. Wis. — The Florists' As- sociation held its monthly meeting on Tuesday evening, March 8. The sub- ject discussed was the growing of Easter lilies. A number of fine lilies were exhibited and the diffe'-ent varie- ties were fully discussed by the mem- bers and the methods of growing them to the best advantage. The next meeting will be held April 5 and the subjects to be discussed are "Roses in Pots" and the "Watering Pot." Cannas King Humbert. ^Iphonse Bouvier, Chas. Henderson. Mile. Berat, Ex, Cramobell. Florence Vaughan. ,Vlad.Cro?y, Souv. de Actoine Crozy. Write for special prices, stating quantity wanted. FRESH TOBACCO STEMS. Bale of 300 lbs., $1.75: ton, $9.00. W. C. BECKERT, Seedsman, 103 Federal St., N.S., PITTSBURG, PA. 402 The American Florist. Mar. 19, RED WING THE BEST Geranium Novelty FOR 1910. This new plant is a deep cardinal red, with a soft, velvety sheen, making it unusually attractive. It has a semi- double flower, of good substance, large trusses, very florif- erous. This plant is robust, of strong growth and makes an ideal pot plant or bcdder, as it stands the sun well; has no rival in its wonder- ful color. Get Your Stock Now. 25c each; $2.50 per doz. Write for Catalogue of Geraniums. C0.9 Cor. College and Pearl Sts., Wooster, Ohio. Pittsburg. The week started out rather slow. but by Thursday stock was moving out a little better and Saturday evening found the wholesalers cleaned up. The prices were anything but satisfactory. This is the first real clean up since the glut came on, so everybody is feeling pretty good. In all probability the market may hold pretty firm until af- ter Easter. Funeral work played a role in this week's business as several very prominent men died, and every- body had all they could do. NOTES. Geo. Benanvantano, Wilmerding. foiled the attempt of a robber to loot his store by knocking him down and taking his guns and $500 taken from his safe. Benanvantano came into the store just in the nick of time, saving a clean cut get away. He did not prosecvite the robber as he thought the beating was sufficient. John James announces that he has extended his business and taken in a partner, a Mr. Butler, of New Ken- sington. They have bought the L. A. Neff greenhouses at Springdale, and intend to remodel the plant and grow stock for their New Kensington store. B. Seidler. Braddock, openel his new store on Saturday at 712 Brad- dock avenue. Mr. Seidler was formerly with the Braddock Floral Co. H. Li. Blind & Bro., are showing a pretty window of flowering plants at their Fifth street store. Arthur Langhans. Wheeling. W. Va., is moving from his present location to Chaplin street. Geo. L. Huscroft. Steubenville, O., is back home after an extensive trip through the east. Wm. Falconer and daughter have returned from their southern trip. Violets and Sweet Peas A Specialty. JOHN H. SLOCOMBE, FLORIST, 555 Townsend Ave. New Haven, Conn., March 7, 1910 Aphiae Mfg. Co., Madison, N. J. Gentlemen: — .4/(er using your product for past three months find that it has efl'cctively lulled all the green and black Hy on double and and single violets in our houses — without injuring in the least the flowers or even tender center leaves. We sprayed our young sweet pea vines, which were badly infested with green fly, and that one application has cleaned out every aphis visible to date. We have placed order for ten gallons Apbine with your local pgents to keep on hand— as we cannot afford to be short should another crop of fly appear. Yours truly, J. H. SLOCOMBE. See pages 416 and 422 for other Aphlne endorsements. John Orth. McKeesport, is going to put up two new greenhouses. W. D Faulk, Homestead, is going to move to new quarters May 1. Julius Ludwig. Northside. has been sick. J. YONKERS, N. Y. — Philip Germond, son of a clergyman, was arrested for endeavoring to pass a forged check for $10 on Gus Massus. FLORA!, Park, N. Y. — Geo. B. Rem- sen, foreman of John Lewis Childs' packing room, committed suicide March S by hanging. He had been acting Queerly since being struck by an automobile a year ago. New Chrysanthemum Mrs. Jane Cockburo EARLY PINK. - Ready for Fchru;irv and March delivery. Blooms first week in October. Beautiful mauve pink. Good keeper and shipper, $6.00 per 100; $50.00 per 1000. Five liundred at one thousand rate. FIRST COME. FIRST SERVED. SAMUEL COCKBURN & SONS, 233rd St. andlVerio Ave.. Woodlawn, NEW YORK CITY. tgio. The American Florist. 403 PALMS Extra Good Values in Palms For Easter.... Stock in Perfect Condition. KENTIA BELMOREANA. 6-in. pots, 6 leaves, 20-24 in. high $1 00 7-in. pots, 6 to 7 leaves, 24-26 in. high 1 50 7-iti. pots, 6 to 7 leaves, 26-28 in. high 2 00 8-in. pots, 6 to 7 leaves, 32-34 in. high..'. 2 50 8-in. pots, 6 to 7 leaves, 34-38 in. high 3 50 KENTIA FORSTERIANA. 6-in. pots, 6 leaves, 34-36 in. high $1 50 7-in. pots, 6 to 7 leaves, 36-40 in. high 2 50 8-in. pots, 6 to 7 leaves, 40-44 in. high 3 50 8-in. pots, 6 to 7 leaves, 44-48 in. high 4 60 10-in. pots, 6 to 7 leaves, 5H ft. high 8 CO Made-up Kentia Forsteriana. strong, bushy plants, 3 plants to a tub. 7-in. tubs, 40-44 in. high $4 00 8-in. tubs, 44-48 in. high 5 00 10-in. tubs, 44-48 in, high (heavy) 6 00 10-in. tubs, 48-52 in. high (heavy) 7 00 10 in. tubs, 50-54 in. high (heavy) 8 00 PHOENIX ROEBELENII. 5-in. pot plants, nicely characterized %\ 00 each; $10 00 per dozen THE STORRS & HARRISON CO., PainesvUle, 0. Attention Bayers. If in need of any of the following stock we will be pleased to quote Bargain prices: Small Kentia, Latania or Phoenix Palms, 4 and 5-inch Araucarias, Boston, Plersoni, Elegantissims, Scottil, Amer- pohli, Plumosus, Sprengeri, or Small Ferns for dishes. Also all kinds of Bedding StOCic in small sizes. Give us a trial on 3-inch Chinese and obconica primroses in bloom. Special, $4.00 per 100. 0. U. AU6SPURGER & SONS CO., Box 394 PEORIA, ILL. Mention tlxe American Florist when writing Vinca Variegata... R. C. :0c, $S.OO per lOOO. Extra fine. DBLE. PETUNIA 2in.$2 00 per 100 Sinllaz,2in.,$1.25 per 100. AbutUons, 3 kinds. 2ioch. 2V2C. Caphea, 2-in.. IHc Geraniams, Double Grant. BuchniT. Gen. Grant, 2-in. 2c. Colens, 10 kinds. Ageratum, 3 kinds. SI. 50 per 100. Swainsonia alba, 2 in. 2c: Snapdraiion, wliite and scarlet. 2iD. 2c. Heliotroce, Yellow Daisies, 2 in. 2i. Rose Geranium, 2 in. 2c. sal- leroi Geranium, 2 in. .ic. Rooted Cuttings, prepaid per 100. Heliotrope, $1.00; Fuchsia, 8 kinds, $1.00: Paris Daisy, yellow, white. Jl. 00: Cuphea, 75c. Vinca Variegata, 90c Coleus, 10 kinds. 60c: AltemantJiera, 3 kinds. SOc Ageratnai. 3 kinds 60c: Swalnsona alba, $1.00 Dbl. Petunias, lO kinds. $1.00. Cash with order. BYER BROS., Ghambersburg, Pa. Mention the American Florist when writing Mrs. C. W. Ward Mrs. C. W. Ward is a perfectly formed flower, with full center; color, deep pink, several shades lighter than Lawson, deeper than Winsor; having strong, erect stems 24 to .86 inches in length. A vigorous, healthy grower, and has never shown disease of any kind. Price, Rooted Cuttings:— $2.00 per 12; $12.00 per 100; $100.00 per 1000; 25 at the 100 rate; 250 at the KXW rate. Plants from 2-lnch pots, $15.00 per 100. ALMA WARD ALL SOLD. Cottage Gardens Co., Inc. QUEENS, LONG ISLAND, N. Y. Carnations Ready now. Victory, $1.50: Lawson Enchantnss, $2,00: Bassett. $3,50: and Fenn, at Sl.OO per lOJ. Ready the latter part of April, W. Perfection. R. Pink andEnckantress.at$l,5Jper ICO; Lawson and Winsor, at $1,25 per 100. GERANIUMS Ready early in April. Nutt. at.$IO.OO per lOOO; Poitevine and Ricard. at $12.50 per lOOO. PLUMOSUS. Ready May 1st. at .$25.00 per 1000. SPRENGERI. Ready now. Sp<'cia! size, readv for 4-in. pots, at $5.00 per 100: samples for 10c. ALBERT M. HERR, Lancaster, Pa. A New Fern NEPHROLEPIS GIATRASII Awarded a Certificate of Merit by tlie Horticultural Society of New Yorlc. Prices: in 214-inch pots, $3.60 per dozen; $25.00 per 100; $200.00 per 1000. 25 plants at 100 rates; 500 plants at 1000 rates. Orders delivered in rotation as received. NOW Ready for delivery, GEORGE GIATRAS, 463 Summit Ave., West Hobolten. N. J, 404 The American Florist, Mar. ig, Don't Get Left — Last Call On' Rooted Cuttings, Ipril Delivery You still have one opportunity to Ket a stock of rooted cuttioRs of our splendd new Carnation Dorothy Gordon, for fall and winter trade. Early orders took our entire stock during February and March, but we t ffer a limited Quantity of fine tooted cuttinjs for April di?livery— which, from past experience, however, won't last long. Meanwhile our Carnation Dorothy Gordon has added to its laurels: At the Toronto show, just closed, a ijold medal was awarded to this splendid carnation when exhibited in competition with others. Carnation Dorothy Gordon Is a winner— a winner of prizes and a winner of profits, as o»r customers are learnine. Some of its merits are: strong: constitution — absolutely free from disease; wonderful productiveness— 50% more flowers than Enchantress; good color— clear uniform pink ; splendid form and keeping qualities— flowers last four and six days after cutting: and enormous size — averaging three inches in diameter. We know of no other variety possessing all these strong qualities. Order NOW some of the splendid stock we offer for April. Prices remain the same — $10.00 per 100; $75.00 per lOOO— and you'll find, long bttare the season is over, that is was the best investment you made this year. If you want to investigate first, come to sec us. or write for particu'ars— but don't delay, for the stock won't last. JOSEPH HEACOCK COMPANY, Disseminators, Wyncote, Pa. LILIES 12 and 15 cents. Azaleas, .S9.00. $12.00. $18.00. $24,00, $36.C0. $48.00. $60.00 per dozen. Hydrangeas 75c to .$5.00 each Spirea $6.00. $9.00 and .$12 00 per doz. Roses in Pots, $9.t0 SI2.ro per doz. Roses in Pans, .$2.00 and $3 00 each Baby Rambler, .$9.C0. $12.00. $18.00 per doz. Crimson Rambler, $1.50 to $25.00 each D. Perkins Rambler $2.00 to $15.00 each Bottle Brush Plants, $1.50. .$2.00 each H. C. STEINHOFF, Boulevard, WEST HOEOKEN, N. J. Montreal. TRADE QUIET. Business during tlie first couple of weeks of lent showed very little of decline, but these later weeks are felt quite severely. If it was not for the abundance of funeral orders, things could be called very quiet. Cut flow- ers are plentiful with the advance of brighter days and fine sunshine; bulb- ous stock is supplied in good quality and roses and carnations are fine and enough to supply the demand. The Easter plants promise to be a fine lot, notably the roses in all the varieties from the Baby Rambler with its clus- ters of small flowers to the stately hybrids with their large double heads. Hydrangeas are earlier than ever be- fore this season and have been selling for weeks. Lilies, while first class with some growers, are a failure with others and case after case of bulbs showed a very small percentage of healthy plants. All around, the black stem Gigantemum is the most reliable one to grow. The Gardeners' and Florists' Club had a very interesting meeting March 7, with the largest attendance on record. An interesting lecture was given by J. Hughes, a professional plumber; the subject was "Green- house Heating." The members fol- lowed the lecturer keenly all through, wandering at times far from the sub- ject. A number of questions were asked at the conclusion, which were answered by Mr. Hughes to the satis- faction of the enquirers. After this Alec Wilkie read his paper on "Bulb Forcing," which provoked a lively dis- cussion. A vote of condolence was tendered to the widow of our late member, A. Pinoteau, who died re- cently after less than a day's illness. Mr. Pinoteau was superintendent of parks. Born in France, he came to Canada with his parents while quite a young boy. He was employed in the parks department for some years. For a time he was assistant to his brother, Andrew Pinoteau, who died in August, 1908, and on the death of his brother he succeeded to the post. The deceased was 39 years of age, and EASTER PLANTS AZALEAS, 5H to 8-in. pots, from 75c. to $5. each: larger plants from $6.00 to $10.00 each : Pyramids. $4.00 to $5.00 each. LILIES. $12.00 per 100 buds; $120.00 per lOOO. $550 CO per 50f 0. LILACS, Wblte and Bine, 8 and 9'in. pots $1.50. $'.C0. $2.;0aiid$3 00eacb. SPIHEA, Gladstone, White, $6.C0. $9,00 and $12 00 a dc7. Queen Alexandra, Pink. 75c.. $1.00 and $1.25 each. HYACINTHS, Single, pots $2.00 per doz. Only e.xtra selected bulbs grown. Miniature. 6. 7 and 8 in. pans 35c., 50c.. 75c. and '\\ 00 a pan. TRUMPET NARCISSUS, 35c., 5Cc., 7.5c. and $1 CO a pan. Boxwood, pyramids. 3 ft. hieh. $.'.00 a pair. bushes. 20c. 35c. 40c. 50c. 60c' 75c ea. LILY or THE VALLEY, in 5-in. pots. 35c. each; 6-in. pans. 50c. each; 7-in. pans. 75c. each, and 8 io. pans. $1.00 each. DWARF ROSES, Baby Dorothy, Baby Ram- blers, $6.1 0. $9.00 and $12.00 a doz. ROSE, Mme.Cutbnsb, Enchantress pink. large plants 6H and 7 in. pots. $i2 00. $15.03 and$l8.0J a doz. Large showy plants of Dorothy Perkins, shell pink. 6H to 9-in. pots. $1.50 to S7. CO each. Star- Flowered Rambler, single, large trusses, cutside petals light pink; center white. 654 in. pots. $1.50 and $2. CO each; large plants in 7 to 9 in. pots. J3.( to .$7.00 each. Everblooming Crimson Rambler (Flower r>\ Fairfield). Brilliant red color. 6H, 7, 8 and 9in. PC's. $2.01 to $3.00 each. .^Iso Rose Mme. Carl Drnschki, fine budded 2-ycar plants ,$20 00 per 1(0. All the foregoing Roses are timed for Taster and are perfectly budded. With shipping orders, please add to the amount of bill 75c, for each ten dollars' worth of goods, to cover the expense of cases and packing. For other varieties of foliage and Easter plants, write for price lists. ANTON SCHULTHEIS 316 19th Street, COLLEGE POINT, L. 1., N. Y. Rooted Cuttings Verbenas, choice varieties 70c per 100,$6 00 per 1000 Per 100 1000 Per 100 1000 Hellotropes.Jl.OO $8.00 Petunias.... $l. 25 Sio.oo Daisies, white Salvias l.OO 8.00 and vellow.l.tO Alyssum.dbl. .80 Coleus 70 6.00 Ageratums.. .60 5.00 Feverfew,$1.75per 100; $10.C0 per 1000. .About SOOGeramums yet to sell; 2in. pots.$lt.fO. Express paid on rooted cuttings. S. D. BRANT, Clay Cenler, Kans. is survived by a widow and three chil- dren. A. C. Legare will build two houses, 25x100 feet each, for violets. The big lettuce house, 65x500 feet, at Camille Legare's has produced lettuce better and finer than he ever grew it before. The Mount St. Bruno Floral Co. will also build this year, but are undecided yet as to size. Luck. Tarrytown, N. Y. The Horticultural Society held its regular monthly meeting, February 25. The subject of the meting, "Roses," was introduced by Andrew McKendry. A very interesting and instructive dis- cussion followed. The monthly prize was won by James Stuart with a splen- did vase of Killarney. Mr. McKendry showed a grand vase of mixed varieties which was only a few points behind the first prize lot. A number of other vases were shown, the general quality of which was remarkably good. The subject for next meeting is "Forced Vegetables" and prizes will be given for the best three kinds. W. C. Primula Obconica. In full bloom, just right for Easter, !|!12 (T)to $50 00 per lOO. Chrysanthemum cuttings, standard var- ieties, single anil pompons, 80 kinds the pick of cointnercials. Orders booked now at $15 00 per 1000. There is some class to these cuttings Smilax, 2y2-inch pots, $1 75 per 100 Ehmann's is the Place of Quality. Satisfaction guaranteed. William J. Ebmano, Jr. CORFU, N. Y. Morrison, III. — Alexander Still, an employe at the Davis & Steiner green- houses, was badly burned about the face recently while at work cleaning out the flues. They are cleaned out by the use of steam and it is supposed that there was some gas in the fire which exploded and caused the flames to burst through the furnace door. IQIO. The American Florist. 405 Pelargonium NOVELTIES. From 2' >-in. pots, each, 25c; doz., $2.5U. 1 each o'f 6 vars., $1.36; 3 each, i|13.6o. Emanuel Lias — Mottled rose and white. King Haakon — Purple, dark blotch on lower petals. King of Spain — Reddish purple, light center. Ladas — Blush pink, upper petals Ijlotched maroon. Lady Churchill— Blush salmon. Prince Olaf— Orange scarlet. STANDARD SORTS. Extra strong 2^2-111 -pots (ready for 3-in. ).$!.. 50 $10.00 " 3 ' 4 " . 2.00 12.00 Countess — Clear salmon, white center. Dorothy — Rosy salmon, blotched dark maroon. Goldmine — Bright orange, one of the freest. Mme. Thlbaut — White, blotched maroon and rose. Mme.Vibert— Fiery red, blotched maroon, edged pink. Mrs. R. Sandlford — Pure white, double. Marie Mallet — white, blotched maroon. Princess May — Salmon rose, maroon blotches. Sandiford'S Best — Beautiful pink, white margin. Sandiford's Wonder — Blotched white and red. Surprise — Fiery red, black blotches, white margin. Tommy Dodd — Ivower petals blush, upper maroon and crimson. Mrs. Layal— The "Pansy Geranium." NEW YORK. All plants f.o.b. Western Springs. "Spring Book for Florists." Ask for it. CHICAGO- The Crego Aster THE BEST IN THE MARKET with its enormous blossoms, long stems and vigorous, healthy plants, this Aster is becoming more valuable to the florist from year to year, and its remarkable success is due to the fact that it has had the benefit of twelve years of the most rigid and painstaking selection, every effort having been directed toward developing its commercial qualities— toward making it a money-maker for every florist who handles it. Growing no other seed of any kind, I am able to give this the closest possible attention. This aster has proved itself to be exactly what ever}- florist needs; an aster which finds instant favor with his customers, for which they are -n-illing to pay the highest price, and which gives him the largest return for his time and labor. It costs the grower no more to produce flowers of that grade than to grow the common run of asters which sell for but little more than enough to pay express charges. If you are interested in getting the highest possible returns from your aster crop next summer, I shall be pleased to hear from you at an early date. I have plenty of white and shell pink, but the supply of rose pink is already very low. Orders for that shade should be sent at once. Prices forthlsseason:Tradepkt.,$1.00; half-oz.,$3.50;oz.,$6.00. A substantial reduction from lastyear. G. S. CREGO, r<.s.frdis.. Portland, Ore. Worcester, Mass. There was a good attendance at the spring show of the Worcester County Horticultural Society in Horticultural Hall March 3. While it was not as large as other years the flowers and plants were of exceptionally good quality. H. F. A. Lange had a nice display of pot plants, acacias, genistas flowering plums, apples, rhododen- drons and rambler roses. He took six firsts and two seconds. The awards were as follows: : Cut Flowers. — H. F. A. Lange. Brst; L. C. Midgley. second. Carnations. — L. C. Mldgley, flrsf, H. F. A. Lange. second. Azalea Indlca. one plant. — H. F. A. Lange, first: E. W. Breed, second. Azalea Indlca, three plants. — H. F. A. Lange, first ; E. W. Breed, second. Cineraria. — Allyne W. Hixon, first; L. C. Midgley. second; E. W. Breed, third. Cyclamens, four plants. — H. F. A. Lange, first; E. W. Breed, second. Cyclamen, one plant. — E. W. Breed, first; H. F. A. Lange, second. Hyacinths. — H. F. A. Lange, first; E. W. Breed, second. Primula Sinensis. — H. F. A. Lange. first: E. W. Breed, second; Allyne W. Hixon, third. The Aitken flower store being closed E. S. Bavier, the manager, is now with H. F. A. Lange. Mr. Aitken, who conducts a business in Springfield, started this venture two years ago but found it did not pay. The H. F. A. Lange estate has leased a large store in the heart of the shopping district whicn they ex- pect to occupy about May 1. Mr. Lange plans to have one of the finest florist's stores in New England. R. 4 TEW GOOD THINGS YOl WANT. Rex Begonia, 2 in. $5.00 per IpO. Asparagus Sprengerl, Sin. $5.00 per 100 Geraniums, Nutt. Doyle. Perkins. Grtnt, La Favorite. R. C..$1.25: 2-iD. pots. $2.00; 3-in., $400 per 100; Viaud. CastelUne, Poitevine, Jaulin. Ricard, Buchner. R. C. $1.50; 2-in. pots, $2 50; 3-iD.. $5.00 per 100; Mme. Salleroi. 2-in., $3.00 per 100. Asparagus Plomosns, 2 in.. $3.00 per 100; 3-ln.. $5.00 per 100. Cut fronds 25c p«r bunch. Boston Ferns, 5-in 25c each. WUtmanl rent*. 4-in. 25c each. Cvcas Palms, 4 to 5 leaves, $1.00, $1.50 and $2.00. Vlnca Var., 2-in. $2.00 per 100. Cash with order. No C. O. D. All shipmenta at risk of purchasers, after being delivered to the express companies properly packed in good order GEO. M. EMMANS, Newton, N. J. 406 The American Florist. Mar. ^9' White Killarney, My Maryland, Pink Killarney. Rooted cuttings and IVt-m. plants. BookinK orders now for future deliveries. The Ri^ht Place —The Right Goods— The Right Price— come and See Them Grow. R. c. 2k2-liich 100 1000 100 1000 White KUlamey....$6 50 $60 00 $8 50 $75 00 Pink KUlamey 4 00 35 CO 6 00 55 00 MyMaryland 4 00 35 00 6 CO 55 00 Richoiond 5 50 50 00 Brides 5 00 45 00 American Beauties.. 4 OO 350O 7 00 65 00 3V^in. sizes will be offered, wfien ready, at 40% increase over2V2-in. You cannot afford to buy poor stock at 50% less. CHRYSANTHEMUMS, Rooted Cuttinss and IVz- io. Good commercial varieties. Price lists will bi- mailed on request. Poehlmann Bros. Co., Morton Grove, ni. CANNAS Started Plants. King Humbert, S6.00 per 100 Chas. Henderson and six other standard named varieties $2.00 per 100 David Harum and Egandale ..<^.C0 per 100 W. W. COLES, Kokomo, Ind. Baltimore. The promise of spring did not come to full fruition, for, quick as presto, another snowstorm, leaving four Inches on the ground, changed the appearance and hopes of things ver- nal. This was followed by high winds, the very type of March vio- lence and rawnip. unbearable to men. beasts and plants. There was some greater activity in the market last week and by night of Saturday there was a pretty thorough clearance of stock. Carnations are less in evidence, and prices hardened under increasing demands. Roses about supply calls. "Violets were in heavy supply, and on one day the Florists' Exchange sold to one street vendor 16,000 at one clip. Bulbous stock is not much seen, ef- forts being made naturally to keep it back till next week. Callas are on hand by the thousand, with no out- let. The day of the calla seems over here. .There is an extra call for white carnations, both for local trade and shipments, the suspicion being that they are to be dyed" for St. Patrick's day, which this year is to be cele- brated here with a revival of old-time energy and enthusiasm. The Gardeners' Club has Its annual meeting, election and banquet tonight. Eloquence and Wurtzberger will be on tap. Just whether the censorious critic of Philadelphia, who last year pointed out the incongruity of a gard- eners' feast without flowers and deco- rations, will have cause for similar grumbling this year, remains to be seen. The officers elected for the next year cannot be ascertained in time for this week's notes. The tree trimming in the parks will not down. Major Richard M. Venable, who was president of the park board himself for several years, and who is of great local repute as a lawyer, wit and after-dinner speaker, and a man of common sense as well as learning, has had something to say on the subject. It is pertinent to these columns. Speaking of the "emi- nent citizens," who were referred to in these notes last week as having petitioned the board against tree pruning, he says: "A careful reading of the list of petitioners, with some knowledge of their antecedents and training, leads me to the conclusion that they know about as much about tree trimming as I do — which is nothing." This is frankness and quite in contrast with the position of Gen- eral Latrobe, now president of the board. Major Venable adds: "I have 100,000,000,000 Red Neff's Cut Flowers can be sold Christmas week 1910 at 500"'' net profit for the grower. 20th Da(I Christmas Century Novelty. will supply the increasing demand for red flowers at this season of greatest demand for red. I have experimented seven years with this plant as a Christ- mas possibility; it is the true Christinas plant possessing every good quality as such as a moneymaking cut flowtr. It has Poinsettias lieat 100 ways; as a pot plant for Christmas it has no equal. Seeds sown in June I suoply the serds and furnish all information will produce the best pRFP ^^ ^'^^^ v/iiU necessary instructions crop for Christmas. from month to month. Wideawake grower don't miss this. L. I. NEFF, Florist, Send 25c in stamps for reply, Bellevue, Penna. LIGHT PINK, Overlaid with DEEP ROSE. CONQUEST o The most beautiful and attractive, as well as one of the most valuable Carnations J n the market today. The blooms sell for 2 to 'i cents more than any other variety n the Chicago market. Why? Because everybody is deeply impressed with its beautiful large flowers on long strong stems the moment they see it, and will not eave your place without taking some of them along. Not onh- a novelty but a Carnation that can be used in most any way The plants have an ideal habit, early, free and continuous, therefore you cannot make a mistake by growing Conquest, the best of them all. Rooted cuttings, strong, well rooted, !i!l2,O0 per llH); .$100.00 per $1(XK). Chicago Carnation Co., ^^kl^L*!" Joiiet, III. Carnations ROOTED CUTTINGS Per 100 Per 1000 Mrs. C.W.Ward $12 00 $100 00 Alma Ward 15 00 125 00 Mrs. J. C. Vau^an, Bay State and Georgia 6 00 .SO 00 RobertCralg, Afterglow and Harlowarden 3 50 30 00 New Crop Early Flowering Single Chrysanthemum Seed and Gold Medal Pentstemons at 25c and $1.00 per package. CHARLES H. TOTTY, Madison, N. J. 1 IITANIITA /"Wah nao ta^ A erand scarlet Carnation, with about a 3H-inch flower, wel JlJ/\l^ll/\» ^^nail-NBti-ia^ buUt up with a two foot stem. Its Strong Points Are: Abundance of lar^e. hitrh erade flowers at all times: stem very stiff . with ffood habit in everv way ; keeping qualities are wonderful: burst blooms are rare. We have grown it 6 years and will still grow as many as we have now. We have never over propagated it. so its vitality is not impaired. Cuttings will be taken from flower stems which are the best. The color is so bright and rich it takes with every one. We have a viTy large stock. Price: Rooted cuttings $8.00 per 100: $60.00 per 1000. Special price in large lots. Unrooted stock half price. A discount of S% for cash. THE FILLOW FLOWER COMPANY, Westport, Conn. learned one lesson as I have walked through the wilderness of this world, which they have not learned, and that is that in a matter of expert knowl- edge we must consult an expert." S. B. Greenville, Mich. The Greenville Floral Co. is turning about 26,000 feet of glass that has been used for lettuce growing over to cut flower growing and this gives the company seven houses of roses, plant- ed principally to Richmond, Killar- ney and Bride. Asparagus plumosus has one large house devoted to it; in nve carnations are grown and there are three houses for chrysanthemum growing, followed by sweet peas. Bed- ding plant stock has considerable space devoted to it and when the rearrangement of the houses is com- plete there will be a fine up-to-date plant. Traveler. I Rooted Carnation Cuttings For Immediate Delivery. ENCHANTRESS, PERFECTION, BEACON, ,$3,00 per 100; $25.00 per 1000. ROSE PINK and WHITE ENCHANTRESS, WINSOR, $2.50 per 100; $20.00 per 1000. We can fill orders from 1000 to 100,000 and guarantee the stock. J. D. THOMPSON CARNATION CO., I JOUIET, ILL. I Trenton, Mo. — The Trenton Floral Co. is reported dissolved and L. A. Worder, the president, has gone to St. Louis. The firm's capital was reported at $3,000. igio. The American Florist. 407 Florists' Nums THE most serviceable kinds for the Florist are those which produce perfect flowers from stock planted in June and July. We grow this kind in large quantity including the best Singles, Pompons and Anemones for sprays. Size is the chief feature at the Exhibition but is not the prime factor for those who wish blooms that can be sold at a profit. We also have a full quota of the Exhibition sorts. Write us stating how many of each color of the Early, Midseason and Late you desire. Our experience is at your disposal. We can supply plants from pots or rooted cuttings. Catalogue Free on Application. I ELMER D. SMITH & CO., Adrian, Mich. EASTER LILIES GIGANTEDMS Finr. clean, well foliaped plants just rieht for Easter; 5 and h in, pots. 10c and 12c per bud. Hyacinths, 4 in.. 1 5c. Hydrangeas. Prices on application. Paper Wbites, Von Sions, Tulips, 2.S; per i. in. pot or pan. Single Violets, cut Bowers .'fj ,.50 per 1000. GRABS & HUNTER FLORAL GO., GRAND RAPIDS. MICH. Mention the American Florist when writing Pansies Stocky little plants of our best strain. $2. fO per lOjO: transplanted plants that will be in bloom for Easter. $1.50 per lOO: *l2.50pfr 1000. DAISIES (Bellis). $2.00 per lOi 0. CINERARIAS and PRIMULA Obconica. 4 in, pots JS.OOper 100. J. C. SCHMIDT BRISTOL, PA. Mention the American Florist when writing Oi^olxicl Roses, from 3-in pots. Carnations for fall delivery. Cbrysanthemnms Smllax, Violets IN BEST VARIETIES. Prices low. Send for list. Wood Brothers. Sii^k WHITE SPORT OF Helen Frick Ghrysanthemum $2.00 and $3.00 per doz. Stock plants. ALVINA CARNATION.... $5.00 per 100: $45.00 per 1000: Delivery at once. HENRY EIGHHOLZ, Waynesboro, Pa. Orang:e, N. J. The regular monthly meeting of the New Jersey Floricultural Society was held March 11, at its rooms. The ex- hibition of flowers, the first in a se- ries of contests for 12 silver cups, con- sisted largely of orchids. That of Lager & Hurrell of Summit, was staged with the taste and harmony now expected of this firm and was un- der the charge of George W. Strange. Of chief interest were Cypripedium Orion, Phalaenopsis Stuartiana and Epiphronitis Veitchii. Joseph A. Manda displayed Cattleyas speciosissi- ma, intermedia, superba and am- ethystoglossa, Odontoglossum Rossi majus, Miltonia cuneata and Ansellia lutea, all specimen plants of large size and beauty. There were numerous contributions of the season's flowers from the nearby estates. The Rev. Lewis H. Lightipe read a paper upon "Our Native Orchids," illustrated by 50 mounted specimens from his own herbarium. He gave a list of these with description of their habitats. A spirited discussion took place upon the schedule offered for the season, particularly the orchid class. There are seven classes in the schedule. J. B. D. La Cbossp, Wis. — At a meeting of the Florists' Association, March 8, the culture of the Easter lily, details of etoring and other points, were dis- cussed. President J. S. Medary pre- sided and Messrs. Theo. Kienahs, Ar- thur Zoellner and C. E, Schaefer en- tered into the discussion. A Rose for Every Greenhouse GRAFTED ROSES White Killarney, My Maryland, Pink Killarney, Richmond. Bride, Bridesmaid, Golden Gate, La France, Kaiserin. I Rose pots $15 00 per 100 Rose pots $10 00 per 100 ' 313-inch pots ISOOperlOO 3y2-inch pots 15 00 per 100 I OWN ROOT ROSES " White Killarney, My Maryland, Rich- Bride, Bridesmaid, Perle, Sunrise, t mond. Pink Killarney, Golden Gate, Chatenay, ^ American Beauty. Kaiserin. I 3-inch pots $ 9 00 per 100 3-inch pots $ 7 00 per 100 I 4-inch pots 12 00perl00 4-inch pots lOOOperlOO tWe will have large quantities of White Killarney and American Beauty Rose Plants of the best quality for spring delivery. I Standard Varieties of Carnation Cuttings on hand. \ Verbena and ColeuS Cuttings and Plants ready for shipment. ^ Send for circulars, S J. L. DILLON, Bloomsburg, Pa. \ Splendid SEED of Phoenix Roebelenii Price on application to SANDER, Bruges, Belgium. Geraniums Colevs 100 1000 S varieties, my selection. 24-in, pots. S3 00 $25 00 Asp. Sprengeri seedlings 100 700 Double Petanias, 3 00 lOvarietiesolCannas, 3Vi-in. pots. Apr. 1.. 4 00 KO 10 varieties. 2Win pots, .Vpr. t $ 2 00 400 Asp. Pliimosus, 24 in pots .. 2 OO Altemantlieras, red and yellow. .Apr. 1 2 00 Pansy Plants small $2 SO per ICO) 50 Pansy Plants, large. .Apr. I 150 -Cash. No C. O. D.- JOS. H. CUNNINGHAM, Delaware, O. ROOTED ROSE CUTTINGS. Per 100 Per 1000 Am. Beauty $4.00 $35.00 Pink Killarney 2.50 20.00 Richmond 1.50 12.00 Brides 1.50 22.00 Satisfaction Guaranteed. Geo. Reinberg, 51 Wabash Ave.. Chicago. A CHANGE IN OUR PLANS enables us to offer Strong Rooted Carnation Cuttings and Plants, reserved lur our own Dlantiug WiDsor. White Perfeccicn. Beacon Piok En- chantress. $17,50 per lOOO; $2 00 per ICO Same varieties in pots. 2H-in.. $25 (jO per 10;0: S3.00 per 100. Boston Market cuttings .SIO.OO per lOCO. \\'rite quick if you want them. The Florex Gardens, North Wales, Pa, West Gko\'E, Pa.- — Robert Pyle, of the Conard & Jones Co., and Miss Hannah \Varner Cadbury, of German- town, were married recently. At our prices for A No. 1 stock of Roses, Ferns, Dahlias, Cannas, Hydrangeas, Peonies. See Classified Department. Wagner Park Conservatories - Sidney, 0. There are none better than Little Beauty. Lord Byron, Renan and White Beauty. Strong 2H inch plants ready. $4 .00 per 100 New Heliotrope. Miss Bernice a sport of Mme. Bruant and a great im- provementonthe latter 2H-inch $8.00 per 100. Katalog for the Asking. SKIDELSKY & IBWIN CO., 1215 BeU Bldg., PHILADELPHIA. PA. For Reliable Stock From Reliable Dealers Keep Tab on Adyts. in THE FLORIST. FUCHSIAS 410 The American Florist. Mar. ^9* Index to Advertisers Advance Co The. ..XVI Akron Mcb Co XVI Allen I K 389 Am Blower Co 418 American Spawn Co. 396 AmlingE C 383 .'\ndursunSpec'ltyCo 417 Anderson Flo Co 392 Anderson S A 392 Andorra Nurseries 399 ADKermueller GeoH.3S4 Aphine MIg Co 402 416 4?2 Ascnmann Godfrey. .400 Archias Seed Store ..395 Atlanta Floral Co....391 Auburndale Gold Fish Co X Augspurger D & Son403 Baer Julius 392 Barrows H H & Son .40S Banning Frank 49S Bassett & Washburn m Baur Wiodow Glass Co 422 Bayersdorler H 420 BeavenE A 390 Beckert W C 401 Berning H G 310 Berrydale Exp Gar.. 399 Bcrtermann Bros Co „ 392 Bindekunst Veriag...420 Blackistone Z D .392 Blind H L & Bros....i91 Bobbink & Atkins... 399 Boddington A T.....\1I Bodger Jno&SonsCc395 Boland J B Co 2M\ Bonnet & Blake 3S8 Bowe M A 3-)l Brague L B & Son . .WO Brant S D 404 Braslan Seed Gro Cc394 Brcitmever's J Sons 391 Brett Lithographing Co 397 Bridgenian's 395 Brooklyn Wholesale Flower Market.... .^6 BrownAlfred SefdCo3(M Brownell C W & Co. 407 Bruns H N IV Bryan ."ilonzo J 396 Budlong J A 383 Bunyard AT 391 Burpee W A & Co .\IV Byer Bros 403 Caldwell the Woods- man Co ,3<)0 Carrillo & Baldwin.. 407 Chi Carn Co I 40b Chi House Wreck Co XVI Clark The E B Co. XIV Clarke's Sons David 392 Cleveland CutFlo Co391 Cockburn S & Sons. 402 Coles WW 406 Cotsonas Geo & Co. .390 Cottage Gardens 403 Cowee W J 42ii Crabb & Hunter.. . .4(i7 Craig Robt Co XIII Crego GS 405 Crum D S 390 Crump Frank F .^93 Cunningham Jos H .4"9 Daniels & Fisher, . . .343 Dards Chas 391 Dayton Floral Co... 391 Deamud J B Co II Derby Henry 420 Detroit Flower Pot.. 421 Deitsch A &Co 417 DeWitt FH&Co. 402 Diemer Floral Co...3S5 Diller Caskey&Kecn421 Dillon J L 409 Dingee & Conard Co.^49 Domoto Bros .393 Dorner F & Sons Co I Dreer H A XI 418 Dunlop JohnH 393 Eagle Wire Wks....420 Edwards FoId'BBox.420 Ehmann Wm Jr 40t Eichholz Henry 409 Elliott W H 387 Ellwanger & Barry.. 399 Emmans Geo M 405 Eyres H G .3')! Fillow Flower Co 406 Fisher H A & Co.... .392 FiskeSeed Co 395 Florex Gardens The.409 Florists' Hail Ass'n.420 Foley MIg Co 424 For Sale and Rent 381 Ford Bros 388 389 Freeman G L 4(i7 Froment H E .389 Fruit Auction Co 386 Galvin Thos F 391 Garland Geo M Co. .424 Gasser J M Co 391 Giatras Geo 40< Giblin & Co XVI Gorham & Chapline.422 Gude Bros .392 Guttman Alex J 389 Hammond Benj 42 J Hartmann Hjalmar..397 Hauswirth Florist.. 392 Heacock Jos Co 404 Heck Bros 40S Heinl Geo A 391 Heinl John & Son... 391 Herr Albert M 403 Herrmann A 4211 Hess & Swoboda 392 Hews A H & Co 421 Hilfinger Bros 421 Hill The EG Co.... I Hippard E 424 Hitchings & Co 424 Hoerber Bros 383 Hotfman Florist .^91 Holm & Olson 3^1 Holton & Hunkel...390 Hooker H M Co 418 Hort Trade Journal. 420 Humfeld C 400 Hunt EH VI 410 Igoe Bros 420 IsbcllS M & Co 397 Jackson & Perkins.. 398 Jansky John 387 Johnson D D 423 Johnson W W & Son .395 Johnston Heating Co4I8 Kasting W F Co.....3,S9 Keller Geo & Sons. 421 Keller J B & Sons... 391 Kellogg Geo M 391 Kennicott Bros Co. .383 Ky Tob Product Co 3rd Special Cover Kessler Bros.... 386 38'i King Constructn....XV Kohr A F 42(1 Kramer I N & Son.. .420 Krick's Letters 410 Kroeschell Bros Co — 2nd Special Cover Kruchten John 383 Kuehn C A 39J Kuhl Geo A 407 408 Kyle & Foerster 38^ Lager & Hurrell 4 i7 Landreth Seed Co....i95 Langjahr AH .3S9 Leedle Floral Co .408 Lester The Francis E Co 419 Liichenberger J 410 Lord& Burnham 424 McCallum Co 387 McConnell .^lex 391 McCov L W .393 McCray Refrig. Co.. 420 McDonald Bros 422 i Wittbold Watering System The Mvlng In time and labor for one season will pay for a com- plete equipment. For particnlars write to E. H. HUNT 70-78 WalMih Ave., CmCAOO \ McCullough's J M Sons Co .387 McKellar Chas. W.,.38i McKissick Bros 387 McTaggart C 34(, Mann Otto XIV Mastin J G& Co.... 424 Matthews Florists.. ..391 Mav & Co L L 391 Messeberg G 408 Metropolitan Material Co XVI Meyer lohn C & Co. 416 Miami Floral Co 385 Michigan Cut Flower Exchange 390 Millang Aug ....388 389 MiUang Chas 3S9 Miller E S XIV Moll Wm 424 Monin?er J C Co.... 417 Moon The Wm HCo.399 Moore Hentz&Nash VIII .3S9 Morehead Mfg Co. ..418 Morris Nurserv Co .399 Morse C C & Co 394 Munk Floral Co 387 Murphy William.... 390 Murray Samuel 391 Myers Florist 392 Myers & Co .\VI Nash Chas Co 399 Nat Flo Bo( Trade. .410 National \'aseCo ...420 Natural Guano Co. ..410 Nert LD 4-6 N Y Cut Flower Ex.3S9 Niessen Leo Co 387 North Carolina Evergreen Co 3*^1 Ocschlin Frank 4 S' Palethorpe P R Co .418 Palmer W J & Sons. '91 Park Floral Co .392 Pape & Bergman . . . .395 Peacock Dahlia Farms VI Perfection Chem Co.418 Peters & Reed Pot'y421 Peterson J A I Phoenix Nurseiy Co.399 Pierce FOCo 4i6 Pierson F R Co. ...I 40j P cteis & Wh-eler Seed Co .395 Pillshury I L 422 Pitou Eugene Ir .^99 Pittsburg Cut Flo Co.W Pittsburg Florist Ex.387 Poehlmann Bros Co IX 406 Pollworth C C Co 4in .392 Pulveriz'd ManureC'o410 Quaker CityMchWks XVI Kaedlein Basket Co.416 Randall A L Co.... 384 Randolph & Mc Clements 418 RavT J & Co 590 Raynor J 1 3S9 Ready Reference. .. .411 Reed & Kcll<-r 420 Regan Print House. 422 Reimers M D..: 391 Reinberg Goo 409 Rein berg Peter V Rice Bros 387 Rietsen Floral Co. .384 Rock W L Co 392 Roehrs Julius Co II Robinson HenryM Co 3'JO 393 Rohnert Waldo 395 Routzabn Seed Co. XIV Sander & Son 409 Scheiden & Schoos 409 Srhmalz Hanz 407 Schmidt J C 407 Schultheis Anton... 404 Schuhheis Bros .^98 Schulz Jacob ?ni Shaffer Geo C 392 Sharp Partridge &Co XVI Sheridan WF 389 Sinner Bros .'82 Sirocco Eng'ring Co418 Skidelskv & Irwin... 40'i Slinn BS Jr 3,S9 Smith A W & Co.... 391 Smith Elmer D& Co X 407 Smith Gurdon B 39 1 Smith Henry 3^3 Smith Wm C 3W Smith W & T Co.... I Smits Jacs 398 Stearns Lumber Co XVI Steinhoh H C 414 Sterling Emerv Wheel Co 410 StoothoH H A Co. . .416 Storrs & Harrison Co403 Sub Target-Gun Co. 424 Superior ChemicalCo41b Superior Machine & Boiler Works 4th Special Cover Syracuse Pottery Co. 421 Thompson Car Co. 4(6 Thomson Wm&Son.. 4 It, Thorburn J M&Co.XIV Totty Chas H..XIV 40() Traendlv & Schenck IV 389 U S Rocking Grate Bar Co 41S Varela Federico 396 Van Zanten Bros... 3'6 Vauehan 's SeedStoro I XIV 3'I7 401 405 421 Vaughan & Sperry..383 Sheep's Head Brand Pulverized Sheep Manure The Ideal Plant Food for Florists. Write to- day for Prices and Booklet. Aurora, III. Verdegaal P XIV Vick & Hill Co .395 Vick's Sons Jas 395 Vincent R Jr I 396 Virgin U J 392 Wagner Park Cons.. 409 Waite L J 422 Weber FH .392 Weeber & Don.... XIV Weiland & Olinger..-87 Weiland & Risch. . . ..3S3 Welch Bros .3S7 Wictor Bros.... VII 382 Wild GilbertH .iW Wildpret Bros .395 WilksS Mfg Co 418 Wilson Robt G 392 Withers John T 399 Winters'n Seed Storc396 Wittbold Geo Co VIII 392 Wolf John 392 Wolfskin J W 391 Wood Bros 409 Woodruff S D & Son395 Wrede H XIV Young & Co A L....389 Young & Nugent.... 389 Youngs 385 .^92 Zangen O V XIV Zech & Mann 385 Zvolanek .^nton...XIV Cattle Manure in Bags Shredded or Pulverized BR/INg Pure— dry — uniform and reliable. -.^ The best of all manures for the '\ greenhouse. Florists all over the country are using it instead of rough manure. NATURAL GUANO COMPANY, Pulverized Sheep Manure ^ Absolutely the best Sheep Manure on the market. Pure manure and noth- ing else. The best fertilizer for carnations and for liquid top-dressing. Unequalled for all field use. .Write for circulars and prices. The Pulverized Manure Company 32 Union Stock Yards. Chicsgo USE KRICK'S PERFECT POT HANDLES AND HANGERS. Just the thing for Easter. When crowded for space, will sustain the weight of 100 lbs. Samples and prices on request. CHAS. A. KRICK, Greene Ave.. Brooklyn, N. Y. Long Distance Telephone. 178 Bushwick. Gold Letters Gummed Gold and Fnrple Letters. For inscriptions on Floral Designs. Best and Cheapest on the Market. Send for samples and prices. J. LICHTENBERGER. isee Avenue A, NSW TOfUL Telephone: Lenox 5644 THE BEST WAY t« collect an account U to place it wttli Uk National Florists' Board Of Trad! M rint Street, NIW YORK, WHT7 Because many dehtors will pay the Bosrd UarlOK oth*rwi>8 a bad ratingr io oar Credit List Foil loforiaation as to methods and rates sivea M appllcfttioD. D" YOU SAW IT IN THE FLORIST SAY SO IN YOUR NEXT ORDER. ^ CUT FLOWER AND Design Boxes All sizes, lowest prices. Writ* C. C. Pollworth Co^ MILWAUKEE Sterling Iron Reservoir Vases Chairs. Settees, Hitching Posts, Etc. Complete Cataloifuc and Diicounts Upoa .^^u»t. The Sterling Emery Wheel Mfg. Co., omH TDTOf, S.A. igio. The American Florist. 411 Ready Reference Section. 10 CENTS PER LINE, NET; ACHYRANTHES. Achyranthes Lindenii (narrow pointed leaf variety) rooted cuttings. $10 per 1,000. A No. 1 stock. H. Heepe's Sons, Akron, O. AGERATUMS. Ageratum, 3 kinds, 2-ln., J1.50 per 100. Byer Bros., Cliambersburg, Pa. AITERNANTHERAS. Alternantheras, red and yellow, 2-in., %1 per 100; $18.50 per 1,000; 3-in., $3 per 100. R. Vincent. Jr., & Sons. White Marsh, M d. Alternantheras. 2 14 -in., yellow, 2c. Mos- baek Greenhouse Co.. Onarga, 111. Alternantheras, red and yel., $2 per 100. Jos. H. Cunningham, Delaware, O. AIYSSXm. Alyssum, dwarf and giant, 2-ln., $2 per 100; $1S.50 per 1,000; 3-in., $3. R. Vincent, Jr.. & Sons Co., White Marsh, Md. Alyssum double giant and dwarf, strong, 2% -in., 2c. Mosbaek Greenhouse Co., Onarga, 111. Alyssum, 2U-in.. $2 per 100; 300 tor $5. J. C. Schmidt. Bristol. Pa. ARAUCARIAS. Araucarlas, D. Peoria, 111. U. Augspurger & Sons Co., Araucarlas, Bobbink & Atkins, Rutherford, N. J. ASPARAGUS. Asparagus Sprengeri. 2-ln.. 50c per doz.; $3 per 100; 3-in., 75c per doz.j J6 per 100; 4-ln.. $1.50 per doz.; $12 per 100. PlumoBus, 2-in.. 60c per doz.; $3 per 100; 3-in., 75c per doz.; $s per 100; 4-in., $1.50 per doz.; 112 per 100. Geo. Wittbold Co., 737 Buck- ingham PI., Chicago. Asparagus plumosus nanus, from 2^ -in. pots, $2.50 per 100; $22.50 per 1,000. Cash with order. Floral Hill Gardens, G. F. Kneipp, Prop.. Chatham, N. J. REPOT TO DOUBLE VALUE. Fine 2-ln. Sprengeri, $2. Strong value to shift now. Plumosus, 2-in., $2.50; 4-ln., $8. Gullett & Sons, Lincoln. HI. ^^ Asparagus plumosus nanus, 2^ -In. pots, strong plants, $2 per 100. Grand Rapids Greenhouse Co., Grand Rapids, Mich. Asparagus plumosus, 2^4 -in.. 3c; 3-in.. 6c. Sprengeri. 2V1-In.. 2c: 3-in.. 6c; 4-ln.. 10c. Mosbaek Greenhouse Co., Onarga, 111. Asparagus Sprengeri, Seedlings, $1 per 100; $7 per 1,000. Plumosus. 2^4 -In., $2 per 100. Jos. H. Cunningham, Delaware. O. Asparagus plumosus. 4-in., extra fine large plants, $8 per 100. Scharfl Bros., Van Wert, Ohio. Asparagus Sprengeri. 3-In., $5 per 100. Plumosus. 2-In.. $3; 3-in.. $5 per 100. Geo. M. Emmans. New ton. N. J. Asparagus plumosus. $25 per 1,000 Sprengeri ready for 4-In.. $5 per 100. A M. Herr. Lancaster. Pa. Asparagus plumosus. 2^ -In.. 3c; 3-ln.. 6c; 4-In.. 10c. Sprengeri. 3-in.. 5c: 4-ln.. lOc G. Aschmann. 1012 W. Ontario St.. Phlla. Asparagus Sprengeri. 3-ln.. $5 per 100; robustUB. 3-ln., $5. West End Greenhouses. Lincoln. III. Asparagus Sprengeri. 4-ln.. $5 per 100. F. C. RIebe. Webster. Mass. Asparagus Sprengeri. 2>4-ln.. $2 per 100; 300 tor 1.5. J. C. Schmidt. Bristol. Pa. Asparagus Sprengeri. 3-ln.. S4 per 100. Poehlmann Bros. Co.. Morton Grove. 111. Asparagus plumosus. Sprengeri. D. U. Augspurger & Sons Co.. Peoria. 111. ASPIDISTRAS. Aspidistras, var., 5-ln.. $1 each; 6-in., $1.60; 7-ln., $2. Green, 5-in., 75c each; 6- in., $1; 7-ln.. $1.60. Vaughan's Seed Store. Chicago and New York. Aspidistra lurlda. variegated. 15c per leaf; green. 8c per leaf. Geo. Wittbold Co.. 737 Buckingham PI.. Chicago. AUCUBAS. Aucuba Japonica, variegated. IS ins. 55c each; $5 per doz.; 24 to 30 ins.. $1.50 each; $15 per doz.; Japonfca type. 18 ins., $1 each; $10 per doz. Vaughan's Seed Store, Chicago and New York. Aucuba Japonica. punctata, 4-ft.. $3 each. Geo. Wittbold Co.. 737 Buckingham PI., Chicago. ^^^ AZAUAS. Azaleas, Bernard Andreas Alba, Niobe, Helena Theilman. Empress of India, Apollo, De Schryveriana, Dr. Moore, Mme. Van der Cruyssen, Louis Van Houtte, Simon Mard- ner. Vervaeneana, Df utsche Perle, $1.25 to $2.50 each. Smaller sizes. Van der Cruyssen, Mardner, Apollo. Niobe, Empress of India, D. Perle, De Schryverniana, Vervaeneana. 50c to $1.25. In bloom. Mme. Petrick, Mardner, D. Perle, Apollo, Vervaeneana. 7 5c to $1.50. G. Aschmann. 1012 W. Ontario St.. Phila. Azalea mollis, 15 to 20 buds. 50c each; $5 per doz-; $40 per 100; 40 to 50 buds. $1 each; $10 per doz. Vaughan's Seed Store. Chicago and New York. Azaleas. Jacs Smits. Naarden. Holland. BAY TREES 2,000 bay and box trees in all sizes; pyra- mid and standard. Write for list. Julius Roehrs Co-. Rutherford, N- J. Bay trees. Bobbink & Atkins, Rutherford, N. J. BEDDING PLANTS. Bedding Plants; Coleus. Golden Bedder. Firebrand, Anna and John Pfister and other leading varieties, $2 per 100; $18 per 1,000. Salvia. $2.50 per 100; $20 per 1.000. Double Petunias (Snowdrift) and Single petunias, mixed. $2 per 100. Heliotrope. $2 per 100. Birmingham X^andscape and Nursery Co.. P. O. Box 663. Birmingham. Ala. BEGONIAS. Begonias, tuberous rooted, separate colors, single. $2.50 per 100; double, $4.50 per 100. Caladlum esculentum. 6-9, $3 per 100; 9-12, $6 per 100. Gloxinias, mixed colors. $3.50 per 100; separate, $4.50 per 100. F. R. Pier- son Co.. Tarrytown-on-Hudson, N- Y. Begonias, 25,000 strong, extra fine trans- planted plants of Vernon and Gracilis Rosea, $1 per 100 by mall; $6 per 1,000 by express. Cash with order. Peter Brown, Lancaster,, Pa. Begonia Gloire de Lorraine and Agatha, $15 per 100; $140 per 1,000. Turnford Hall. $20 per 100. Pres. Taft. $20 per 100. J. A. Peterson. Weatwoo d , Cin cinnati, _0. Begonia Lorraine and Agatha, leaf cut- tings, 2H-In. pots, June dellver>'. $12 per 100; $100 per 1,000. All orders filled in ro- tatlon. Julius Roehrs Co.. Rutherfor d , _N^_ J- Begonla Gloire de Lorraine, leaf cuttings, $12 per 100; 500, $50. Julius Roehrs Co., Rutherford. N. J. Begonia Adolf Menzel. 2%-in., $2 per doz. Vaughan's Seed Store, Chicago and N. Y. Rex begonias, 2-ln.. $5 per 100. Geo, M. Emmans, Newton, N. J. Begonias, Vernon and Erfordll. R. C, 90c per 100. J. W. Davis. 225 W. 16th St.. Davenport. la. BEGONIAS, blooming, 8 best commercial varieties, strong rooted cuttings. $1 per 100 Cash. Chllllcothe Floral Co.. Chllllcothe. Q. Begonia Flambeau, 4-In., 15c. G. Asch- mann, 1012 W. Ontario St., Philadelphia. BOXWOOD. Box trees, bush. 15 to 18 Ins., $4 per doz.; 20 to 24 Ins., $8 per doz. Vaughan's Seed .Store. Chicago and New York. BDIBS, Gladiolus Alice Carey, the best white in cultivation. No. 1 bulbs. $5 per 100; $40 per 1.000. America, No. 1, $4 per 100; $30 per 1.000. Golden Nugget, best bright yellow. $1.50 per doz.; $10 per 100. Princeps, $1.25 per doz.; $8 per 100. List free. E. Y. Teas. c'o.. Centervllle, Ind. Bulbs, tuberoses. 1st size. 4-6 Ins.. 90c per 100; $7.50 per 1,000; $35 per 5.000; medium. 3-4 Ins.. 60o per 100; $4 per 1,000; $17.50 per 5,000. Begonias, gloxinias, gladiolus. Vau ghan's Seed Store, C hicago and N. Y. Bulbs, Caladlum esculentum, 11 ins. and up, $8 per 100; 1st size. 9-11 Ins.. $6; 2nd size. 7-9 in.s.. $3.50. Weeber & Don. 114 Chambers St.. New York. Euib.s. Gladiolus ,\merica. bulbets, $5 per 1.000; $20 for 5.000; $35 for 10.000. Berry- dale Experiment Gardens. Box 54. Route 1. Holland. Mich. Bulbs. Gladioli, Brenchleyensis. May. Ceres. Isaac Buchanan. Pactole. La Marck. yellow and 'orange, etc. Cinnamon vine. Maderla vines, lilies, iris, oxalls, etc. E. S. Miller, Wading River, N. Y. Bulbs, hyacinths, tulips, narlcssus. crocus, spireas. gladiolus, peonies, etc. Van Zanten Bros.. Hillegom. Holland. Bulbs, gladiolus, mixed. 1st size, $15 per 1,000; 2nd. $10; 3rd. $8; 4th. $5. Frank Banning, KInsma n. O. Caladlum esculentum. 3 to 6-ln., circum- ference. $1.50 per 100. Wagner Park Con- servatories. Sidney. O. Bulbs, hyacinths, tulips and daffodils. P. Verde gaai, 14 Stone St., New York. Bulbs, all norists' varieties. H. E. FIskc Seed Co., Faneull Hall Square, Bosto n. Bulbs of all kinds. A. T. Boddington. 342 W. 14t h St. . Ne w Yo rk. Chinese Sacred lilies. $3 per 100; $25 per 1.000. Dlngee & Conard Co.. West Grove. Pa. CANNAS. Cannas. Buttercup. B. de Poitevine. F. Vaughan. Plerson's Premier, Rohalllon, Robt. Christie. Souv. d'A. Crozy. Pennsyl- vania. Crimson Bedder. F. Benary. $3 per 100; $25 per 1.000. Golden King. Mile. Berat. L. Patry. Austria. Robusta. $3 per 100; $15 per 1.000. King Humbert and Tar- rytown. $8 per 100. F. R. Pierson Co., Tarrytown-on-Hudson, N. Y. Cannas, Sec. Chabanne, Paul Marquart, Cinnabar, $1.75 per 100. Pennsylvania, Ro- busta, Mile. Berat. $1.00, Beaute Poitevine. Pres. Viger. $3. Papa Nardy. $5. Wagner Park Conservatories. Sidney. Ohio. Cannas, King Humbert. Chas. Henderson. Ex. Crampbell. Mme. Crozy. A. Bouvler. Mile. Berat. F. Vaughan, Souv. de A. Crozy. W. C. Beckert. 103 Federal St.. Northslde. Pitts- burg. Pa. , Cannas. AUemanla. Pennsylvania. Kate Gray. $2.60 per 100. King Humbert, New York, $5. West End Greenhouses, Lin- coln, 111. If You Do Not Find Wtiat You Need In Qur Readj Referaice Department, Write Us ADout It. 412 The American Florist. Mar. 19. Cannas, good assortment of fine large bulbs. Write for price list. Mosbaek Green- house Co., Qnarga, III- Cannas, for prices and varieties see large advertisement in this Issue. Arthur T. Bod- dlngton. 242 W. 14th St.. New Yor k. Cannas. 10 vars., 3^-in., $4 per 100. Jos. H. Cunningha m, Delaware, Q. Cannas. Rr~Vincent, Jr.. & Sons Co., "White Marsh. Md. CACTI. Cacti. Over 100 varieties of cacti, from J7 per 100 up. Write for tree 28-page cata- logue, and prices to the trade. Also Mexi- can Resurrection plants. The Francis B. Lester Company, Dept. L. S., Mesllla Park, N. M. CARNATIONS. Carnations, Conquest, Sangamo, Mary Tol- man, $12 per 100; 5100 per 1,000. White Perfection, Daybreak, Lawson, R. P. En- chantress, Winona, WInsor, Splendor, Aris- tocrat, Afterglow, Lawson — Enchantress, Victory, A. Carnegie, $3 per 100; $25 per 1,000. Enchantress. $2.50 per 100; $20 per 1^000. May Day. $6 per 100; $50 per 1.000. Alvlna. $5 per 100; $45 per 1.000. O. P. Bassett, $6 per 100; $50 per 1,000. Gov. Deneen. $5 per 100; $45 per 1,000. Chicago Carnation Co., Joliet, 111. Carnations. Enchantress. $2 per 100; $1S per 1.000. Red Victory, Var. Lawson. $2.50 per 100; $20 per 1.000. White Sarah Hill. $4 per 100; $35 per 1,000. Pink Lawson — En- chantress, $2.60 per 100; $20 per 1,000. Pink Lawson. $2 per 100; $15 per 1.000. W. H. Taft, $4.50 per 100; $40 per 1,000. Beacon, $3 per 100; $25 per 1,000. Scheiden & Schoo s. 517 Asbury Ave.. Evanston. 111. Carnations. Mrs. C. W. Ward. $12 per 100; $100 per 1.000. Alma Ward. $15 per 100- $125 per 1.000. Mrs. Vaughan. Bay State. Georgia, $6 per 100; $50 per 1.000. Robert Craig, Afterglow, Harlowarden, $3.50 per 100; $30 per 1,000, Charles H. Totty, Madison, N. J. Carnations, Winsor, White Perfection, Beacon, Pink Enchantress, $2 per 100; $17.50 per 1.000. Same vars., 2%-ln., $3 per 100; $25 per 1,000. Boston market. $10 per 1,000. The Florex Gardens, North Wales, Pa. Carnations, well rooted cuttings ready now. Beacon, Winona, Afterglow, Red Nelson Plsher $3 per 100; $26 per 1,000. Winsor, $2 per 100; $18 per 1,000. O. P. Bassett, $6 per 100; $50 per 1,000. A. C. Candeld, Springfield, 111. Carnations, Victory, $1.50; Lawson-En- chantress. $2; Bassett. $3.60; Fenn. $1 ■ per 100. W. Perfection, K. P. and Enchantress, $1.60 per 100; Lawson and Winsor, $1.25. A. M. Herr, Lancaster, Pa. Carnation, Mrs. C. W. Ward, R, C $2 per 12; $12 per 100; $100 per 1.000; 2-ln. pots. $16 per 100. Cottage Gardens Co., Inc., Queens, L. I., N. Y. ^^^ Carnations, new seedlings, deep crimson and bright pink. $8 per 100; $75 per 1,000. Rose Pink Enchantress. $5 per 100. Dingee & Conard Co., West Grove, Pa. Carnations, Enchantress, Perfection, Bea- con, $3 per 100; $25 per 1,000. Rose Pink E^nchantress, Winsor. $2.60 per 100; $20 per 1,000. J. D. Tho mson. Carna. Co., Joliet. 11 1. Carnation Juanlta, $8 per 100; $60 per 1,000. The Fillow Flower Co., Westport. Conn. Carnation Scarlet Glow. $12 per 100; $100 per 1.000. P. Dorncr & Sons Co., Latay- ette. Ind. Carnations. Shasta. Sangamo. Scarlet Glow, Mary Tolman. Coniuest. Admiration. $12 per 100; $100 per 1.000. Vaughan's Seed Store, Chicago and New York. Carnations. Sangamo. Conquest. Mary Tol- man. $12 per 100; $100 per 1,000. Chicago Carnation Co.. Joliet, 111. Carnations, Apple Blossom and Wanoka, strong rooted cuttings, delivery Jan. 1. Wanoka Greenhouses, Barne veld . N. Y. Wood Bros., Fishklll, N. Y . J. L. Dillon. Bloomsburg, Pa. Carnations. Carnations. CHRYSANTHEMUMS. Chrysanthemums, Monrovia, $3 per 100; $25 per 1.000. Oct. Frost. $3 per 100. Vir- ginia Poehlmann. $4 per 100; $36 per 1,000. Bdmond Alhe. $35 per 100. E. G. Hill Co., Richmond. Ind. Chrysanthemums, snow white sport of Helen Frick, stock plants, $3 per doz. ; small plants, $3. per doz. Henry Eichholz. Waynesboro, , E^a- Chrysanthemums. Elmer D. Smith & Co., Adrian, Mich.' Chrysanthemum Mrs. Jane Cockburn, $6 per 100; $60 per 1,000. Samuel Cockburn & Sons, 233rd St. and Verio Ave,, New York. Chrysanthemums, hardy pompons. $2 per 100; $18.50 per 1.000; one each of 100 vars.. $6. R. Vincent, Jr., & Sons Co., White Marsh, Md. Gloria, a large early Enchantress pink Mum, R. C. now ready. 26. $1; 100. $3.75, prepaid. Chas. Frost, Kenilworth, N. J. Chrysanthemum novelties. Charles H. Totty. Madison. N. J. Chrj^santhemums. leading vars. Wood Bros.. Fishklll, N. Y. Chrysanthemums. 75 vars.. $15 per 1,000. Wm. J . Ehmann, Jr., Corfu, N. Y. CINERARIAS. Cinerarias. 6-in., 26c to 35c each. G. Asc hmann, 1012 W. On t ario St. . Phila. Cinerarias. 2% -In.. $2 per 100; 300 for $ 5. J. C. Schmidt, Bristol, Pa. CL EMATIS. Clematis. Bobbink & Atkins. Rutherford, N. J. Clematis paniculata. field. 1-yr.. 6c each; 2-yr., 10c. Dingee & Conard Co., West Grove, Pa. COLEUS. Coleus. Golden Bedder and Verschaffeltl, 2-ln., $2 per 100; $18.60 per 1.000; 3-in., $3. R. Vincent, Jr., Si. Sons Co., White Marsh , Md. Coleus. fine 2H-ln. stock, 2c, 16 kinds. Mosbaek Greenhouse Co.. Onarga, 111. Coleus. 10 kinds. Byer Bros., Chambers- burg . Pa. Coleus. 10 vars.. 2V4-in., $2 per 100. Jos. H. Cunningham, Delaware, O. Coleus. J. L. Dillon. Bloomsburg. Pa. CROTONS. Crotons. 3-ln.. 20c each ; $2 per doz. ; 4- in., 35c each; $3.50 per doz. : 5-in., 50c each; $6 per doz.: 6-in.. $1 each; $10 per doz. Vaug han's Seed Store, Ch icago and_N. Y. Crotons. Fred Sander, 3-in., $1 each; $10 per doz. ; 5-in.. $2 each; $20 per doz. Julius Roehrs Co.. Rutherford. N. J. CYCLAMEN. Cyclamen, transplanted seedlings, from flats, strong, stocky plants, separate colors or mixed. 2 i^c. Snow Queen, large fringed crested white, 4c. J. L. Schiller, Toledo, O . DAHLIAS. Dahlias, six novelties of special merit. Corona, Charles Clayton, W. K. Jewett. Manitou, Princess Yetive, The Baron, other novelties and the best standard varieties. The best is the cheapest. Prices reasonable and fair dealing guaranteed. Hollyhocks and other hardy plants. Catalogue. W. W. Wl lmore, Box 3S2, Denver, Colo. Dahlias. Black Beauty. Elegante. $3 per 100; Arabella. Earl of Pembroke, $4 per 100; field-grown, undivided roots. Order today. Waprner Park Conservatories, Sidney, Ohio. Ohio dahlia, field roots. 75c each; $S,50 per doz. J. M. McCuUough's Sons Co., 316 W alnut St.. Cinci n nati. O. Dahlias. R. Vincent, Jr.. & Sons Co.. White Marsh. Md. ____ Dahlias. Pape & Bergmann, Quedllnburg, Germany. __^ DAISIES. English daisies, dbl. 2^-In.. extra heavy. $3 per 100. Wagner Park Conservatories, S^d n e y ,_0^ Marguerite Queen Alexandra. 4-ln.. 25c each; $2.50 per doz. Vaughan's Seed Store, Chtcago_ a n d New Yo rk. Daisies. $2 per 1,000. Bristol. Pa. Schmidt. DRACENAS. Dracena fragrans. 6-in.. 35c each: $4 per doz. Geo. Wittbold Co., 737 Buckingham Pi.. Ch icago. Dracaena Indivisa. 4-ln.. 12c. Mosbaek Greenhouse Co.. Onarga. 111. EASTER STOCK. Easter plants of all kinds. For varieties and prices see page advertisement in this issue. Robt. Craig Co.. 49th and Market St., Philadelphia. 50.000 Easter lilies. Alfred H. Langjahr. 56 W. 2Sth St.. New York. In blooming plants for Easter we have Lilies running 2, 3, 4 and 6 bud.% at 12%c to 15c per flower. These are packed In paper pots, so they will go through In good shape. Azaleas, at $1. $1.25 and $1.50 each Splreas, extra fine. 3 5c, 50c and 76o each. Cyclamen. 3-ln., at 8c, Primula obconlca, 3-ln., 7',4-in.. $3.50 per 100; S30 per 1,000. Frank Oechslin, 4911 Quincy St.. Chicago. Fern Nephrolepis Giatrasii, 2i4-in.. $3.50 per doz. ; $25 per 100; $200 per 1,000. George Giatras, 463 Summit Ave., W. Hoboken. N. J . FERNS. Boston, 2-in. pots. $2.50 per 100. Piersoni, 2-in. pots. $2.50 per 100. Cash. Chlllicothe Floral Co^._Chin!cothe, O. Ferns, Whitmani. 4-in., 10c; 2% -In., 3c; $25 per 1.000. John A. Doyle. Springfield, O . Ferns. Boston, 3-in., 25c each. Whitmani, 4-in., 25c. Geo. M. Emm ans, Newton. N. J. Ferns, Scottii, 5-ln., 20c: 6-in., 30c. W. W. Coles. Kokomo. Ind. Ferns. Whitmani. 2H-In.. $5 per 100. Henry H. Barrows & Sons. Whitman, Mas s. Ferns. Boston. 4-in., $1.50 per doz. W. W. Coles. Kokomo, Ind. FEVERFEW. Feverfew. 2V4-in., $3 per 100. Mosbaek Greenhouse Co.. Onarga. 111. ncus. Ficus elastlca, 5-in.. 35c each; $4 per doz.; 6-in.. 50c each; $6 per doz. Pandu- rata, 6-in.. $2.50 each. Geo. Wittbold Co., 737 Buckingham PI.. Chica go. Ficus elastica. 22-24 Ins., $6 per doz.; $50 per 100. Frank Oechslin. 4911 Quincy St., Chicago. Rubber plants. 5 and 6-in.. $3 per doz. W. W. Cole.s, Kokomo, Ind. GENISTAS. Genista racemosa. 4-In., 30c each; $3.25 per doz.; 6-in., 7 5c each; $8 per doz. Vaughan's Seed Store, Chicago and N. Y. GERANIUMS. Geraniums, strong 2-in. stock, Heteranthe, Nutt, Jean Vlaud, La Favorite, L'Aube, Hill, $2 per 100; $18 per 1.000. Our selec- tion, $17 per 1,000. Pamela, $4 per 100. Anastasie Lecadre, $3 per 100. Red Wing, the best novelty of the season. 25c each ; J2.50 per doz. Write for geranium cata- logue. F. H. De Witt & Co., Wooster, Ohio . Geraniums, Nutt, Doyle, Perkins, Grant, La Favorite, R. C, $1.25; 2-in., $2; 3-in., $4 per 100. Viaud, Castellane. Poitevine, Jaulin. Ricard, Buchner, R. C, $1.50; 2-in., $2.50; 3-in., $5 per 100. Mme. Salleroi, 2-in., $3 per 100. G- M. Emmans, Newton, N. J. Geraniums, standard vars.. 2 -In., $2 per 100; $18.50 per 1,000; 3-in.. $3. Apple scented, 2-in., $2 per 100; 3-in., $3. Ivy leaved. 2-in., $2 per 100; $18.50 per 1,000. R. Vincent. Jr. & Sons. White Marsh. Md. Geranium, Ricard. Nutt, Buchner, from 2 and 2V2-in. pots, extra fine lot of strong, cool grown plants, $2.25 per 100; $20 per 1.000; mixed. $2 per 100; $18 per 1,000. Well packed. J. R. Brooks, Oxford Depot, N. Y. Geraniums. Heteranthe, Doyle. 4-In.. $7 per 100. West End G reenhouses, Lincoln, III, Geraniums, 8 vars., 2^/^-in., $3 per 100; $25 per 1,000. Jos. H. Cunningham, Dela- ware. O- Geraniums, fine 3-in., $6 per 100; $50 per 1.000; 4-in., 10c each. Mosbaek Greenhouse Co., Onarg a. 111. Geraniums. Mme. Salleroi, 3-in.. $2.50 per 100. Wagner Park Conservatories, Sidney. O. Geraniums, dbl. Grant, Castellane. 2 -In., 2c. Byer Bros.. Chambersburg. Pa. Geraniums, leading vars.. 3-in., $3.50 per 100. F. C Riebe, Webster. Mass^ Geraniums. Nutt. $10 per 1.000; Poitevine and Ricard. $12.50. A. M. Herr, Lancaster, Pa. GREENS. Greens, cut palmetto and cycas leaves, galax, leucothoe, ferns, mosses, etc. Kervan Co., 113 W. 28th St. New York. Greens, fancy and dagger ferns. $1.75 per 1,0 00. Galax, bronze and green, $1.25 per 1,000; 10,000, $7.60. Sphagnum Moss, large Bales, $1.25; Leucothoe Sprays, $1 per 100; 1.000, $7.50. Boxwood, 35c per bunch. 50 lbs., $8.50. Michigan Cut Flower Exchange, Inc., 38-40 Broadway. Detroit. Mich . Greens, dagger and fancy ferns, $1.50 per 1.000. Bronze and green galax, $1 per 1.000; $8.50 per 10.000. Leucothoe Sprays. $1 per 1,000; $7.50 per 10,000. Henry "M. Robinson & Co.. 15 Province St., Bo sto n^_Ma ss^ Greens, hardy ferns. $1.25 per 1.000. Baled spruce for cemetery use. L. B. Brague & Son, Hinsdale. Mass. Greens, southern wild smilax. Log mosses, natural and perpetuated. E'. A. Beaven. Evergreen. Ala. Greens. evergreen, fancy and dagger ferns, bronze and green galax. Geo. Cot- son a^_&_Ca^_J^_W^_2Sth_St^_^J^^ Greens, bronze and green galax. T. J. Ray & Co.. Elk Park. N. C. Wild Smilax, 50-lb. case. $2. Dagger ferns. D. S. Crum.Pine Apple. Ala. HARDY PLANTS. Dreer's special offer of hardy perennial phloxes. See page advertisement in this is- sue for prices and varieties. Henry A. Dreer, 714 Chestnut St., Philadelphia. Hardy perennial plants. For varieties and prices, see advertisement elsewhere in this issue. Vaughan's Seed Store, Chicago and New York. Perennials. All of the most desirable va- rieties. Let us know your wants. Wagner Park Conservatories, Sidney. O. Hardy plants. Special prices on field stock to close out. Write if Interested. Mosbaek Greenhouse Co., Onarga, 111. HELIOTROPES. Heliotrope. Miss Bernice, 2^ -In.. $8 per 100. Skidelsky & Irwin Co., 1215 Betz Bldg., Philadelphia. Heliotrope, rooted cuttings. 75c per 100, prepaid. A. W. HJggins, Westfield, Mass. Heliotrope, $1 per 100; $8 per 1.000. S. D. Brant. Clay Center, Kans. HYDRANGEAS. Hydrangea Arborescens Grandlflora Alba. The true large fiowering forcing variety, warranted true. 2^-in. pots, $3 per 100; 1-year field-grown, strong, 12 to 18 inches, $6 per 100; $55 per 1^000. New trade list ready. Write for it today. The Good & Reese Co., The Largest Rose Growers in the World . Springfie 1 d. O. Hydrangea Arborescens Grandifiora. We have the largest stock of strong 2-year plants in America. Plants 2 to 3 feet, $2.50 per doz.; $15 per 100; $140 per 1,000. Good plants. 15 to 20 inches. $10 per 100. List free. E . Y. Tea s. Centeryille, _ Ind. Hydrangea Arborescens Grandifiora Alba (grown frona stock obtained from The E. G. Hill Co.). Feld grown 15 to 20 ins., $7 per 100; $65 per 1,000; a smaller size, $5 per 100; 2i^-in.. $3 per 100; $25 per 1,000. John A. Doyle, Springfield. O. Hydrangeas, R. C, $1.50 per 100; 2-in,, 50c per dozen; $4 per 100; 3-in., $1 pet" doz.; $8 per 100. D. U. Augspurger & Sons Co., Box 778. Peoria. 111. Hydrangea Hortensis, heavy plants in 8- in. pots. $12 per 100; 10-in., extra heavy, $15. Wagner Park Conservatories. Sidney, OhiO; Hydrangea panlculata, grand!. 18 to 24 ins., 6c ; 2 to 3 ft., 9c. Dingee & Conard Co., West Grove. Pa. IVY. Ivy, English, pot-grown plants. 4-in. pots. 3-tt. long. 3 to 5 branches. $12 to $15 per 100. A. L. Miller, Jamaica Opp. Schenck Ave., Brooklyn . N. Y. Ivy, German and parlor, 2-in., $2 per 100; $18.50 per 1.000. R. Vincent, Jr. & Sons Co.. White Marsh, Md. LANTANAS. Lantanas, 5 vars., 2-in., $2 per 100; $1S.50 per 1,000; 3-in., $3. R. Vincent, Jr. & Sons Co., White Marsh, Md. LILACS. Lilacs. Jacs Sniits, Naarden. Holland. LILY OF THE VALLEY. To ImDort. Lily of the valley. Jacs Smits, Ltd.. Naarden Holland. Lily of the valley. London Market $1.7B per 100; $14 per 1,000. Premium. $1.50 per 100; $12 per 1,000. International, $1.2S per 100; $10 per 1.000. Vaughan's Seed St ore, Chicago and New York . Lily of the valley. Otto Mann, Leipzig, Saxony, Germany. From Storage. Lily of the valley, cold storage, 250, $3.60; per 1,000, $13. W. C. Beckert, Northalde, Pl^ttsburg,_Pa. Lily of the valley. H. N. Bruns. 3040 W. Madison St., Chicago. LOBELIA. Lobelia Kathleen Mallard, 2-in., $2 per 100; $18.50 per 1,000; 3-in., $3. R. Vincent, Jr., & Sons Co., White Marsh, Md. MOSS. Select Sphagnum for window dressing, long and clean; guaranteed first-class (2) 10 bbl. bales, $5.50; (2) 5 bbl. bales, $3.50. tV. H. Stackhouse, Mgr., Waretown, N. J. MYOSOIIS. Myosotis, extra strong seedling stock, 3-in. pots, 3c. Mosbaek Greenhouse Co., Onarga, 111. MUSHROOM SPAWN Mushroom Spawn. Lambert's Pure Cu\- tur e. American Spawn Co., St. Paul, Minn. Mushroom Spawn. Sure Crop, $8 per 100 lbs. Weeber & Don, 114 Chambers St., N. Y. NURSERY STOCK. Nursery stock, Norway maples, 14 to 18 ft. Rhododendron hybrids, 1-3 ft.; Maxi- mum. 3-6 ft. Koster blue spruce, 4-5 ft. and 5-6 ft. Cal. privet, 2-3 ft., 3-4 ft. Fruit, shade and ornamental trees and shrubs. Morris Nursery Co., 1 Madison Ave., New York. Viburnum plicatum, 2 to 3 ft. 12c; 3 to 3 ^k ft., 15c each. Dingee & Conard Co., West Grove, Fa. Nursery stock, blue spruce, berried plants, climbing plants, clematis, conifers, ever- greens, funkias, Japan maples, hydrangeas. Jacs Smits, Ltd., Naar den, H olland. Nursery stock, Clematis, ampelopsis, tree hydrangeas, lilacs, shrubs, vines and per- e nn ials. Jackson & Perkins, Newark, N. Y. Nursery stock, large trees, oaks, maples, pines and hemlocks. Andorra Nurseries^ Chestnut Hill, Philadelphia. Nursery stock arbor vitae (Thuya occi- dentalis), 3 to 4 ft., 4 to 5 ft. trees. The Wm. H. Moon Co., Morrisville, Pa. Raspberries, transplanted and good strong tips. Parks & Schaufelberger, Penfleld, N. Y . Nursery stock, ornamental trees and shrubs. W. & T. Smith Co.. Geneva, N. Y. ORCHIDS. Orchids importers, exporters, growers and hybridists. Sander. St. Albans, England. New York office, room 1, 235 Broadway. Orchid peat, rotted azalea peat, leaf mold, live or baked sphagnum moss. C. W. Brownell Co., Walden, N. Y. Orchids. Largest stock in the country. Ask for prices. Julius Roehrs Co., Ruther- ford, N. J. Orchids, all commercial, cattleyas and novelties, Carillo & Baldwin, Seacaucus, N. J. Orchids of all kinds. Lager & Hurrell, S ummit. N. J. Orchids, G. L. Freeman, 38S Appleton St., Holyoke, Mass. PALMS. Palms, Kentia Bel., 6-in., 20 to 24 ins., $1; 7-in., 24 to 26 ins.. $1.50; 7-in., 26 to 28 Ins.. $2; 8-in., 32 to 34 Ins., $2.50; 8-in., 34 to 38 ins.. $3.50. Kentia Pors., 6-in., 34 to 36 Ins., $1.50; 7-in., 36 to 40 ins., $2.50; S-in., 40 to 44 ins., $3.50; 8-in., 44 to 48 ins., $4.50; 10- in., 5V4 ft., $8. Made-up Fors.. 3 plants in tub, 7-ln., 40 to 44 Ins.. $4; 8-in., 44 to 48 ins., $5; 10-in., 44 to 48 ins., $6; 10-in., 4S to 52 Ins., $7; 10-in., 50 to 54 Ins., $8; Phoenix Roebeienii, 5-in., $1 each; $10 per doz. Storrs & Harrison Co., Painesville, O. Palms. Kentia Fors., 35 to 50 Ins., $1.50 to $3 each; 4-in., 20c. Belmoreana, 4-ln., 25c; 3-in., 10c. Cocos Wedd., 3-in., 15c. Latania Borb., 4-In., 20c. Areca lutescens, 5-in.. 35c. G. Aschmann, 1012 W. Ontario St., Philadelphia. Palms, Kentlas, in ,2%-ln. pots. $8 per 100; $75 per 1,000. Jackson & Perkins Co., Newark, N. Y. I( You Do Not Find What You Need in Our Ready Reference Department, Write Us About it 414 The American Florist, Mar. ig, Palms, Areca lutescens, made-up, 3-ln., 10 to 12 in., $2 per doz. ; 4-ln., 16 to 18 Ins.. 25c each; $3 per doz.; 7-in.. JO to 32 Ins.. $2 each; $24 per doz.; 8-in.. 32 to 3C ins.. $3 each; $36 per doz. Cocos Wedd., 2-in., $1.50 per doz.; 3-in., $2.50 per doz. Latanla Borb.. 3-in.. 10 to 12 Ins.. $1.60 per doz.; $10 per 100; 4-in., 12 to 15 Ins., 25c each; $3 per doz.; $25 per 100; 5-in., 15 Ins., 40c each. $4.50 per doz.; $35 per 100; 6- in., IS-ins., 50c each; $6 per doz.; $50 per 100; 7-in.. 20 to 24 ins., 75c each; $9 per doz. Kentia Bel., 2i^-)n., S to 10 ins., $1.50 per doz.; $10 per 100; 3-in., 12 ins.. $2 per doz.; $15 per 100; 4-in.. 14 to 16 ins.. 50c each; $4.50 per doz.; $35 per 100; 6-in-, 26 to 28 ins.. $1.50 each; $18 per doz.; 7-in., 28 ins., $1.75 each; $21 per doz; 7-in., 28 to 30 ins., $2.60 each; $30 per doz.; 8- In., 34 to 36 ins., $4 each; S-in., 30 to 36 ins.. $3.50 each; 9-in.. 36 to 42 ins., $6 each. Kentia Pors.. 2-in., 6 to 7 ins., $1.60 per doz.; 3-in., 10 to 16 ins., $2; 4-in., 16 to IS ins.. $4.50; 6-in., 24 to 28 ins., 75c each; 6-in., 28 to 30 ins., $1; C-in., 30 ins., $1.25; 7-in., 32 to 34 ins., $1.60; 7-in., 37 to 40 Ins.. $2.60; 7-in., 42 to 44 ins., $3.60; 8- in., 48 to 64 ins., $5; 9-in., 60 to 62 ins., $7; made-up. 7-in. tubs, 30 to 34 ii)s., $3 each; S-in.. 42 to 46 ins., $5; 9-in., 48 to 60 ins., $6; 10-in., 64 to 60 ins., $10. Phoenix Can., 8-in. tubs, 36 to 40 ins., $2.60 each; $30 per doz.; Roebelenii, 3-in., 26c each; $3 per doz.; 4-in., 60c each. Geo. Wittbold Co., 737 Bucltingham P I., Chicago. Palms. Kentias. Latanias. Phoenix. D. U. Augs purger & S o ns Co .. Peoria, III. Palms, Kentias. Joseph Heacock Co., Wyncote. Pa. Palms. Bobbink & Atkins, Rutherford. N .J. PANDANUS. Pandanus utilis. 3-in.. 10 to 12 Ins., $2 per doz.. 4-in.. 12 to 14 ins.. 26c each; $3 per doz.; 5-in., 16 to 18 ins.. 50c; $6 per doz.; 6-in.. 18 to 20 ins.. 75e each; $9 per doz. Veitchii. 4-in., 50c each; $6 per doz.; 5-in.. 76c each; $9 per doz.; 6-in., $1 each; $12 per doz.; 6-in., $1.50 each; $18 per doz.; S-in., $2.50 each; $30 per doz. Geo. Wittbold Co., 737 Buckingham PI.. Chicago. PANSIES. C. Schmidt, Pansy plants, large, extra strong, tall sown, from cold frames, in bud. German strain, $2.60 per 100; $18 per 1,000. H. S. Kelcher & Sons, Webster G rove, Mo. Pansy plants. 60c per lOOl $2.50 per 1,000; large plants. $2.50 per 100. Jos. H. Cunningham. D elaware, O. Pansies. German strain, $2.50 per 1000 F. C. Rlebe , Webster, M ass. Pansies. fine strong plants, $6 per 1,00^ Mosbaek Greenhouse Co.. On arga. III. Pansies. $2 per 1.000. Bristol. Pa . PELARGONIUMS. Pelargoniums, novelties. 2^4-in.. 25c each; $2.60 per doz. Emanuel Lias, King Haakon.' Kmg of Spain. Ladas, Ladv Churchill. Prince Olaf. Standard sorts. 2i/i-in. $160 per doz.; $10 per 100; 3-in.. S2" per doz.; $12 per 100: Countess. Dorothy. Goldmine, Mme. Thibant. Mme. Vihert. Mrs. R. Sandi- ford. Marie Mallet, Princess May. .Sandi- ford's Best. Sandiford's Wonder. Surprise. Tommy Dodd. Mrs. Layal. Vaughan's Seed Store, Chicago and New Y ork. Pelargoniums, Mme. Vibert. Sandiford's Surprise. Linda. Dorothy, Mme. Thihaut. strong, 2-in., $6 per 100. F. H. DeWitt & Co., W ooster. Ohio. PEONIES. PEONIES. Edulus Rosea, fine pink. $4 per 100; Hamlet, red. $6; Ivory white $6- prices of other varieties on application. Wagner Park Conservatories, Sidne y, O. Peonies all vars., Jacs Smits, Ltd.. Naar- den, Holland. Peonies, leading vars., W. & T. Smith Co Geneva, N. Y. Peonies only by the wholesale. Best 100 varieties. J. F. Rosonfleld, W est Point, Neb. Peonies, sixteen acres. Write for prices. Gil bert H. Wi ld, Sarcoxie, Mo. Peonies, a superb collection"^ Jackson & Perkins Co., Newark, N . Y. PETUNIAS. Petunias. Dreer's Single Superb and dbl. m xed 2-in., $2 per 100; $18.50 per 1.000; .; v",,.,-'^- '^'"<='=nl:. Jr. & Sons Co., White, Marsh, Md. Petunias, unrooted cuttings. 40c per 100; V'r.F^'' l'"""' ■'"o'e'J, $1 per 100; $7.60 per 1.000. J. Lletzan. Geneva, 111. Petunias, dbl., $3 per 100. Joseph H. Cunningham, Delaware, O. Petunias, dbl.. 2-In., $2 per 100. Byer Bros., Chambersburg, Pa. PRIMULAS. Primulas, Chinese and obconlca, 3-in., $4 per 100. D. U. Augspurger & Sons Co., Peoria, 111. Primula obconica. in fine bloom. $5 to $8 per 100. Mosbaek Greenhouse Co., Onarga, 111. Primula obconica in bloom, $12 to $60 per 100. Wm. J. Ehmann. Jr.. Corfu, N. Y . Primula obconica, IVi-in., $2 per 100; 300 f o r $ 5. J. C. Schmidt, Bristol, Pa. PRIVET. 50,000 California privet and Ampelopsis Veitchii, field-grown. Benj. Connell, Merch- antville, N. J. California privet, 10 to 15 inches, branched, $10 per 1,000. Larger sizes at low rates. E. Y. Teas, Centerville, Ind. RHODODENDRONS. Rhododendrons, IS Ins., s to 12 buds, $9 per doz.; 24 ins., 12 to 15 buds, $12. Storrs & Harrison Co.. PainesvilIe. _0'. Rhododendrons, $6. $9, $12. $15, $1S per doz. Bobbink & Atkins. Rutherford, N. J. Rhododendrons, den. Holland. Jacs Smits, Ltd., Naar- RESURRECTION PLANTS. Resurrection Plants. — We are strictly head- quarters for the Mexican resurrection plant, and ship all over the world. Dormant plants, guaranteed to "resurrect." $2 per 100, delivered; $10 per 1,000; 6.000 at $8.50; 10.000 at $8; 1.000 weigh about 45 pounds. Also cacti. The Francis E. Lester Com- pany. Dept. L. S.. Mesilla Park, N. M. ROOTED CUTTINGS. Rooted Cuttings; Coleus. 10 varieties, 60c per 100; $5 per 1.000. Salvias, 90c per 100; $7.50 per 1,000. Double Petunias, $1 per 100; $9 per 1,000. Heliotrope, $1 per 100; $9 per 1,000. Ageratum, 50c per 100; $4 per 1,000. Begonias (Gracilis), $1 per 100; $9 per 1,000. Birmingham Landscape and Nursery Co., P. O. Box 663, Birmingham, Ala. Rooted cuttings, prepaid per 100; Helio- trope, $1; Fuchsias, 8 kinds, $1; Paris daisies, yel. and white, $1; Cuphea, 75c; Vinca Var., 90c; Coleus. 10 kinds. 60c; Alter- nantheras, 3 kinds. 50c; Ageratum. 3 kinds, 60c; Swainsona alba, $1; Dbl. petunias, 10 kinds, $1^ B yer Bros., Chambersb urg, Pa. Rooted cuttings: Verbenas. 70c per 100; $6 per 1.000. Mums, $1.25 per 100; $10 per 1,000. Daisies, white and yellow, $1 per 100; $8 per 1.000. Alyssum. 80c per 100; $7 per 1.000. Feverfew, $1.25 per 100. $10 per 1.000. Mme. Salleroi, $1.26 per 100; $10 per 1,000. C. Humfeld, Clay Center. Kans. ROSES. Roses. White KiUarney. R. C., $6.60 per 100; $60 per 1,000; 2iA-ln., $8.60 per 100; $75 per 1.000. Pink Killarney, R. C. $4 per 100; $36 per 1.000; 2%-in.. $6 per 100; $66 per 1,000; My Maryland. R. C, $4 per 100; $35 per 1,000; 2%-in., $6 per 100; $56 per 1,000. Richmond. 2'/4-ln.. $5.50 per 100; $50 per 1,000. Brides, 3l4-ln.. $6 per 100; $46 per 1.000. Am. Beauties. R. C, $4 per 100; $36 per 1.000; 2l4-in.. $7 per 100; $66 per 1,000. Poehlmann Bros. Co., Morton Grove, 111. ROSE PLANTS, 2%-INCH POTS. 100 1000 American Beauty $5 $45 Kaiserin 4 36 Mrs. Jardine 5 45 Killarney 5 45 Bride 3 25 Bridesmaid 3 25 Richmond 3 25 WIETOR BROS. 51 Wabash Avenue. Chicago. Roses, grafted White Killarney, My Mary- land. Pink Killarney, Richmond, rose pots, $15 per 100; 3%-in.. $18. Brides. Maids, G. Gate. La France, Kaiserin, rose pots, $10 per 100; 3%-in.. $15. Own root: W. Killarney, My Maryland, Richmond, Pink Killarney, Am. Beauty, 3-in., $9 per 100; 4-ln., $12. Brides. Maids. Perles. Sunrise. G. Gates, Chatenay. Kaiserin, 3-in.. $7 per 100; 4-in., $10. J. L. Dillon. Bloomsburg, Pa. Roses. Young rose stock ready for shift. Write for list. Send cash or reference. Geo. A. Kuhl. Pekin. 111. Roses, Dingee & Conard Co.. West Grove. ROSES, field-grown, extra heavy. Vick'8 Caprice. Gen. Jacq.. Magna Charta. $10 per 100. Cheshunt Hybrid, Jubilee. Ulrich Brunner. 1/. H. Stewart, M. of Lome, $8 per 100. Mme. Plantier. Coq. des Blanches, M. P. Wilder. Chas. Lefevere, Jules Mar- gottin, L. van Houtte, $7 per 100. Crim- son Rambler, Phila. Rambler. $10 per 100. Dorothy Perkins, M. Triumph. Jersey Beauty, Yellow Rambler. White Rambler. Seven Sisters, B. Belle. Queen Alexandria. $5 per 100. Wagner Park Conservatories, Sidney, O. AMERICAN BEAUTIES, 2-year old bench plants, $7 per 100. Strongly rooted Brides. Maids. Golden Gates, select 2 and 3-eye cuttings, $1.50 per 100. GULLBTT & SONS, Lincoln. 111. Roses, rooted cuttings. Am. Beauty, $4 per 100; $35 per 1,000. Pink Killarney, $2.50 per 100; $20 per 1.000. Richmond. Bride. $1.50 per 100; $12 per 1.000. Geo. Relnberg, 61 Wabash Ave., Chicago. Roses, grafted and own root. Killarney, Richmond. My Maryland. White Killarney. Kaiserin, Bride and Bridesmaid. W. H. Elliott. Brighton, Mass. Rose. Flower of Fairfield. 3 to 6 shoots. $11 per 100; $100 per 1.000; 6 or more shoots. $15 per 100. Schulthels Bros., Bad- Nauheim, Germany. Roses of all kinds. For varieties and prices, see page advertisement in this Issue. Arthur T. Boddington. 342 West 14th St.. New York. Roses, on own roots, budded, bedding. H. Ps.. hybrids and teas. W. & T. Smith Co.. Geneva. N. Y. Tatt rose. 2%-ln.. $15 per 100. J. M. Mc- Cullough's Sons Co., 316 Walnut St.. Cin- cinnati, O. . Beauty roses, 2%-in.. $6 per 100. Perle. 2%-in., $3 per 100. J. F. Ammann, Ed- wardsvllle, 111. Roses. Bride. Maid. Golden Gate. 3-in.. $5 per 100. Geo. M. Emmans. Newton , N. J. Roses. Newport Fairy. 50c each; $20 per 100. Julius Roehrs Co.. Rutherford. N. J. Roses, leading varieties. Leedle Floral Co., Springfield. Ohi o. Rose Dorothy Perkins. Barry. Rochester. N. Y. Ellwanger & Roses. 3-in.. Wood Bros.. Fishkill. N. Y. SALVIAS. Salvias, named varieties. 2U-in., very strong. 2^^c. Mosbaek Greenhouses. Onarga, 111. SEEDS. Seeds. Alyssuni Carpet Queen. $6 per oz. ; tr. pkt.. 25c. Phlox Dwarf Fireball, oz.. $2.50; tr. pkt., 35c; Roseball, oz.. $2; tr. pkt.. 30c; Snowball, oz.. $3; tr. pkt., 40c; Cicily, oz.. $2.60; tr. pkt.. 35c; Salvia Fire- ball, oz.. $4; tr. pkt.. 60c; King of Scarlets, oz.. $10; tr. pkt.. 60c; Zurich, oz.. $8; tr. pkt.. 50c. O V. Zangen. Hoboken. N. J. Seeds. Aster New Rose King. 25c per pkt. Mikado Pink Rochester, 1-04 oz.. 20c; 1-32 oz.. 35c; 1-16 oz.. 50c; % 02., 85c; % oz.. $1.50; Vz oz.. $2.75; oz., $5. James Vick's So ns, Rochester, N. Y. Seeds. The Crego aster, trade packet, $1; 14 oz.. $3.50; oz.. $6. G. S. Crego. 562 E. Alder St.. Portland, Ore. Seeds. Smith's Peerless aster, per oz.. $8; H oz.. $2.50; 1-16 oz,, 75c; trade packet. 50c. Elmer D. Smith & Co.. Adrian. Mich. Seeds, onion, lettuce, radish, sweet peas, etc. Pieters-Wheeler Seed Co.. HoIIlster. Calif. Seeds. Vaughan's sweet peas. For varie- ties and prices see large advertisement In this issue. Vaughan's Seed 'Store, Chicago and New York. ONION SETS. Choice, very sound, un- sprouted sets, yellow, $1.50; red, $1.60 per hu. of 32 lbs. Sluis Seed Store. 644 W. 63rd St., Ciiicago. Onion sets. White Bottom. Yellow Bot- tom. Red Bottom. WInterson's Seed Store. 45 Wabash Ave.. Chicago. Seeds, onion, lettuce, sweet peas, carrot, celery, leek, mustard, parsley, parsnip, rad- ish salsify. C. C. Morse & Co.. 4S-66 Jack- son St.. San Francisco, Calif. Seeds, beans, peas, sweet corn, onion, beet, turnip, etc. The Everett B. Clark Seed Co.. Mil ford. Conn.; East Jordan. Mich.; Sister Bay, Wis. Seeds. Phoenix Roebelenii. Sander, Bruges, Belgium. if Yob Oo Not Fine What You Need in Our Ready Reterence Department, Write Us About it /p/o. The American Florist. 415 Seeds, Cauliflower and cabbage. Hjalmar Hartman & Co., 31 Barclay St., New York, and 13 Stormgade, Copenha gen. Seeds. Phoenix Roebeleni. Sander, T. Mellstrom, Representative, 235 Broadway, New York. Seeds, specialties: Stocks, pansies. cycla- mens, etc. Pape & Bergemann, Quedlinburg, Germany. Seed, perennial rye grass, lb., 6c; 100 lbs., $5.50. The Avenue Floral Co., 3442 St. Charles Ave.. New Orleans, I^. Seeds. Send for seed book for 1910. "Wm. Henry Maule. 1762 Filbert St., Philadelphia . Seed, pansy, 1,000 seeds, 25c; 1 oz., $2.25. H. \yrede, Luneburg, Ge rmany. Seeds, sweet peas, Christmas Pink and Denzer, $2 lb. Chas. H. Totty, Madison, N. J. Seeds, all kinds. Bridgman's Seed Ware- house, 37 B. 19th St., New Yor k. Seeds. Landreth Seed Establishment, Bloomsdale Farms. Bristol. Pa. Seeds, VIck's Quality, James Vick's Sons, Rochester, N. Y. Seeds of all kinds. W. W. Johnson & Son, Ltd., Boston. England. Seeds, all kinds. J. IVI. Thorburn & Co., 33 Barclay St.. New York. Vegetable seeds, plants, sold direct. Cata- logue free. Glick Seed Farms, Lancaster, Pa. Seed, asters. Rochester. N. Y. Seeds garden, field and flower. S. D. Woodruff & Sons. 82-S4 Dey St.. New York . Contract Growers. Seeds, peas, beans. Alfred J. Brown Seed Co.. Grand Rapids. Mich. Seeds, field, garden and flower. Rout- zahn Seed Co.. Arroyo Grande, Calif. Seeds, sweet peas, tomatoes, Lima beans, lettuce, asters, cosmos and other flower seeds. John Bodger & Sons, Gardena, Cali f. Seeds, beans, cucumber, tomato, radish, pea. muskmelon. squash, watermelon, sweet corn. S. M. Isbell & Co.. Jackson. Mich. Seeds, lettuce, onions, sweet peas, aster, cosmos, mignonette, verbena. Waldo Roh- nert. Gilroy. Calif. Seeds, sweet peas. Anton Zvolanek. Boundbrook. N. J. Seeds, growers for the wholesale trade only. Braslan Seed Growers' Co.. San Jose, Calif. California seed contracts. Kimberlin Seed Co., Santa Clara. Calif. Seeds of all kinds. A. T. Boddington, 342 W. 14th St.. New York. Vick & Hill, Box 4613 SMILAX. Smilax plants. 254-in.. $1.50 per 100; $12 per 1.000. Skidelsky & Irwin Co.. 1215 Betz Bldg., Philadelphia. Pa. Smilax. 2"2-in.. $3 per 100; $20 per 1.000. Vaughan's Seed Store. Chicago and N. Y. Smilax. 2>,4-in.. $3 per 100. West End Greenhouses, Lincoln. III. Smilax. 2-ln., $1.25 per 100. Byer Bros., Chambersburg. Pa. Smilax. Wood Bros.. Fishkill, N. Y. SPIREAS. Spirea Japonica. 6-ln., 25c each; $2.50 per doz. Vaughan's Seed Store. Chicago and N. Y . Splreas. J. Smlts. Ltd., Naarden, Holland', TRTTOMAS. Tritoma Pfltzerl. red hot poker plant. 6c each. Mosbaek Greenhouse Co.. Onarga, 111. VIGETABLE PLANTS. Vegetable plants. Cabbage, Wakefleld and Succession, .$1.50 per 1.000; Parsley 25o per 100; $1.25 per 1.000. Lettuce, Big' Boston, Boston Market. Grand Rapids, $1 per 1,000. Beets. $1.25 per 1.000. R. Vincent, Jr. & Sons Co., White Marsh, Md. Vegetable plants, all kinds in seedlings and transplanted. Send list of wants. Mos- baek Greenhouse Co.. Onarga. 111. VERBENAS. Verbenas. 2-ln.. $2 per 100; $18.50 per 1,000. R. Vincent. Jr., & Sons Co., White Marsh, Md. Lemon Verbenas. 2-ln.. $2 per 100; $18.50 per 1.000; 3-ln.. $3. R. Vincent, Jr. & Sons Co.. White Marsh. Md. Verbenas, R. C., 70c per 100; $6 per 1,000. S. D. Brant. Clay Center, Kans. Verbenas. J. L. Dillon, Bloomsburg, Pa, VINCAS. Vinca minor, the hardy vinca for ceme- tery planting and under trees, where grass will not grow; well rooted layers, $1.50 per 100; $10 per 1,000. E. Y. Teas. Centervllle, Ind. Vinca, 2%, 3 and 4-in., $3. $5 and $7 per 100. West End Greenhouses, Lincoln, 111. Vinca variegated. 2',i-in.. 2%o each. Mos- baek Greenhouse Co.. Onarga. 111. Vinca variegated, field, $4 per 100. F. C. Riebe, Webster. Mass. VIOLETS. VIOLETS, Baronne A. de Rothschild is making good everywhere, as the most free and most fragrant single in cultivation. Size and stem equal to Princess, color a shade darker. Rooted runners or divisions, ready in April. Book your order now. at $6 per 100; $50 per 1.000. F. W. Fletcher Co.. .\uburndale. Mass. Rooted Violet divisions. Boston. $10 per 1.000. Wales, $6 per 1.000. Baronne Roths- child, 2H-in., $5 per 100, Al stock. George Corbett Violet Grower. College Hill. Station K, Cincinnati. O. Violets, Princess of Wales, $5 per 100. F. C. Riebe. Webster. Mass Violets. Wood Bros.. Fishkill. N. Y. WISTARIA. WISTARIA SINENSIS. Nice thrifty plants. $2.50 per 100; $20 per 1,000. Wagner Park Conservatories, Sidney, O. WHOLESALE CUT FLOWERS. Commission Dealers. Allen. J. K., 106 W. 28th St., New York. Amling. E. C, 32-36 Randolph St.. Chica go. Bonnet & Blake, 130 Livingston St., New York. Beinmg. H. G., 1402 Pine St.. St. Louis. Deamud, J, B. Co., 51 Wabash Ave., Chi- cago Denver Wholesale Florist Co., 1433-35 Cali- fornia St., Denver, Colo. Ford Bros., 48 W. 28th St., New York . Froment, Horace E.. 57 W. 28th St., N. Y. Fruit Auction Co., 200 Franklin St., New York. Gunman. Alex J., 34 W. 28th St., N. Y. Holton & Hunkel Co., 462 Milwaukee St., Milwaukee, Wis. Hunt, E. H.. 76 Wabash Ave., Chicago. Kennlcott Bros. Co., 48-50 Wabash, Chicago. Kessler Bros., 50 W. 28th St., New York. ~ Keuhn, C. A., 1122 Pine St., St. Louis. Mo. Kruchten. John. 51 Wabash Ave.. Chicago. Kyle & Foerster. 51 Wabash Ave.. Chicago. Langjahr, Alfred H., 55 W. 28th St., N. Y. Manhattan Flower Market, 46 W. 28th St., New York. McCallum Co.. 937 Liberty Ave.. Pittsburg? McCullough's Sons Co., J. M.. 316 Walnut St., Cincinnati, O. McKellar, Chas. W., 51 Wabash, Chicago. McKissick, W. E. & Bros., 1619-21 Ranstead St.. Philadelphia. Messeberg, G. Lenox Rd. and E. 39th St., Brooklyn, N. Y. Moore. Hentz & Nash. 55-67 W. 26th St., New York. Michigan Cut Flower Exchange, 30-40 Broadway, Detroit. Mich. Mlllang. Aug.. 41 W. 28th St.. New York. Millang. Chas., 444 6th Ave., cor. 27th St., New York. Murphy. William. 311 Main St.. Ci ncinnati; Niessen Co., Leo. 1208 Arch St.. Phlla. N. Y. Cut Flower Ex., Coogan Bldg., 6th Ave, and W. 26th St.. New York. Pittsburg Cut Flower Co., 222 Oliver Ave., Pittsburg. Pittsburg Florists' Exchange, 217-233 Dla- mond St.. Pittsburg. Pa. Pollworth. C. C. Co.. Milwaukee. Wis. Randall. A. L. Co., 19 Randolph St„ Chi- cago. Rice Bros., 128 N. 6th St., Minneapolis . Rayhor, John I., 49th and W. 28th St., New York. Sheridan, Walter F.. 39 W. 28th St.. N. Y. Slinn. B. S.. 55-67 W. 26th St.. New York. Smith & Co.. W. C. 1316 Pine St.. St. Louis. Traendly & Schenck. 44 W^. 28th St., N. Y. Vaughan & Sperry, 52-54 Wabash, Chicago. Welch Bros., 226 Devonshire St., Bosto n. Winterson. E. F. Co., 45-49 Wabash, Chicago. Young, A. L. & Co., 54 W. 28th St., New York. Young C. & Sons, 1406 Olive St., St. Louis- Young & Nugent. 42 W. 2Sth St., New York. Zech & Mann., 51 Wabash Ave.. Chicago. Growers. Bassett & Washburn, 76-78 Wabash Ave., Chicago. Bruns. H. N.. 1049-11 W. Madison, Chicago. Budlong, J. A., 37-39 Randolph St., Chl- cago. Dayton Floral Co., Dayton. O. Elliott. W. H.. Brighton, Mass. Gasser. The J. M. Co., 103 5 Prospect Ave., Cleveland, O. Hill, The E. G. Co.. Richmond. Ind. Krueger Bros.. Toledo. O. Poehlmann Bros., 35-37 Randolph. Chicago. Reinberg. Peter. 35 Randolph St.. Chicago. Reinberg. Geo., 51 Wabash Ave., Chicago. Weiland & Olinger, 128 E. 3d St., Clncln- nati. O. Weiland & Risch. 59 Wabash Ave., Chicago. Wietor Bros., 51 Wabash Ave., Chicago. Wlttbold, Geo. Co., 1657 Buckingham PI., Chicago. MISCELLANEOUS. Meyer green silkaline. $1.25 per lb., 8 spools to lb. Meyer violet thread for violets, $1.25 per doz. spools of 500 yards each. John C. Meyer Co., 1449 Middlesex St., Lowell, Mass. Ammonlated lawn lime. Wholesale prices on request. Superior Chemical Co., Louis- ville. Ky. Special Printing for Florists. Best work, lowest prices. Samples for stamp. O. A. Fink. Pottstown, Pa. Rocking grate bar, saves 10 to 26 per cent coal. U. S. Rocking Grate Bar Co., 77 Jackson Blvd., Chicago. Lithographed seed hangers. 10 colors. Brett Lithographing Co., 605 W. 129th St.. New York. The Mastin Automatic Whitewash and Spraying Machine. J. G. Mastin & Co.. 3124 W. Lake St., Chicago. Gold fish, globes, etc. The Auburndale Goldfi sh Co., 92 W . Randolph St.._Ch^ago. Baskets. The Raedlein Basket Co., 713 Milwaukee Ave.. Chicago. ^ Cemetery vases. The National Vase Co., 130 S. High St., Columbus, O. Hammond's Slug Shot. B. Hammond, Fishkill-on-Hudson. N. Y. The Florist Friend nicotine insecticide. Florist Friend Co., Owensboro, Ky. Iron reservoir vases and lawn settees. McDonald Bros.. Columbus. O. Pulverized Sheep Manure, Sheep's Head Brand. Natural Guano Co., Aurora, 111. Pillsbury's Carnation Staple, 60c per 1,000 postpaid. I. L. Pillsbury. Galesburg, 111. PHOTOGRAPHS. I make a specialty of photographing flowers, plants, etc., for reproduction. Let me submit samples and prices on material for the next catalogue or circular. Special work to order at reasonable prices. Nathan R. Graves, 414 Hayward Bldg., Rochester, N. Y. . POTS, PANS, ETC. "NUFP SED." Best red pots are made by Geo. E. Feustel. Fairport. Iowa. The Bed Pot. C. C. Pollworth Co., All roads connect with Milwaukee. Pots, florist red. Peters & Reed Pottery Co.. Zanesville. O. Pots. Syracuse red. Syracuse Pottery Co.. Syracuse. N. Y. STAKES. Cane Stakes. Standard grade 6 to 8 feet, per 100. 85o; 600 for $3; $5.50 for 1.000. pipe stems about 6 feet, per 100. 60c; per 1 .000. $5. Vaughan's Seed Store. Chicago. WIRE DESIGNS. Headquarters for wire work. Send for list. F. W. Ball, 31 E. 3rd St., Cincin- nati, O. If You Do Not Find What You Need in Our Ready Reference Department, Write Us Aliout It 416 The American Florist, Mar. ^9. y^r Has stood the test of over a Qaartar of a Century. THOMSON'S vine. Plant and VetfetabI* MANURE UNKIVALLSD FOR Vinei, Tomatoes, Cucumbera all FlowerioE, . Foliage and Fruit beariof Plants, Vaeetables, Lrawns, etc. The result of many years practical experience. PERFECT PLANT FOODS Sold by Leading American Seedsmen, Thomson's Special Chrysanthemum and Topdresslng Manure. Freirht paid on qaantitieB. Write for ear •paclal offer to the American trade. pampbUti, areats' circulars, etc.. to solcmokers, WM. THOMSON a SONS, Ltd., Tweed Vineyard. Clovenfords. ScotUnd A STIC A USE IT NOW. F.O.PiERCECO. 12 W. BROADWAY Nrw YORK MASTICA is elastic and tenacious, admits of expansion and contraction. Putty becomes hard and brittle. Broken glass more easily removed without breaking of other glass, as occurs with putty. LASTS LONGER THAN PUTTY. Easy to apply. Our New Baskets For Spring Have Arrived. Catalogue in prLparation. Send for it NOW. The RAEDLEIN BASKET CO. 713 MUwauicee Ave., CHICAGO. ^ are easy to kill with The fumigating Kind Tobacco Powder $3.00 per bag 100 lbs. Satisfaction guaranteed or money back; why try cheap substitutes that makers do not dare to guarantee ? THE H. A, STOOTHOFF CO, MOUNT VERBOK, H. T. Kalamazoo, Mlcli. At the sreenhouses of G. Van Bo- chove & Bro. everything is well on time for Easter and a heavy trade is reported. Messrs. Van Bochove say, in substance, that the past year has been the best in the history of the firm. The houses devoted to carna- tions and roses are in especially good order while all the popular Easter pot plants are good, well flowered and timed to the minute. Four new houses, each 27 x 300 feet, are to be built this year, making a total of 150,- 000 square feet in all. This increase has been decided on owing to the ex- Ammoniated Lawn Lime Kills Weeds. Makes Grass Grow. Applied as a light top dressing to lawns it kills all flat leaved weeds such as Dandelion, Daisy, Plantain, Sorrel, Chickweed, Moss, etc., in 48 hours and without other fertilizer produces a wonderful, luxuriant, rich, green growth of lawn grass— which is distinct!}' noticable 50 feet away. The use of Ammoniated I^awn Ivime supersedes hand weeding of lawns, putting greens, etc. It saves the grass from being pulled up and in many cases ruined. Grasses take a new vigorous growth, avoiding probable trouble in the future. Quantities: If very weedy 1-lb. to 40 square feet, 2.5-lbs to 1000 square feet, (20x50). Half to one-quarter amount if moderately weedy. ABSOLUTELY GUARANTEED. Money refunded if not satisfactory. We want Seedsmen or Florists as agents and distributors in every important city and town. f?— "■oo«» It! Saves 10to257oof the coal your boiler is using. Positive guarantee given Send for circular "N" and our famous Lecture on Combustion. U. S. ROCKING GRATE BAR CO., 77 Jackson Boulevard, CHICAGO. For REUABLE STOCK From RELIABLE DEALERS Keep Tab on Advts. in THE FLORIST ig^o. The American Florist. 419 NOW READY -The American Florist Company's- Trade Directory B^or 101O _ Contains 570 Pages. Price $3.00 Postpaid. THE AMERICAN FLORIST COMPANY'S Trade Directory for J9J0, fully revised to date, with thousands of new names and changes of address, is now ready for distribution. It contains 570 pages, including complete lists of the Florists, Seedsmen and Nurserymen of the United States, Canada, Central and South America arranged both by states and towns and all names alphabetically. Also lists of Foreign Merchants, Firms Which Issue Catalogues, Horticultural Supply Concerns, Parks, Cemeteries, Landscape Architects, Experiment Station Horticulturists, Botanical Gardens, Seed Growers, and much other conveniently indexed and invaluable trade information. PUBLISHED BY THE American Florist Co. 324 Dearborn St., Cliicago. 420 The American Florist. Mar. ^9> Model Extension Carnation Support Made with two ot three circles. En- dorsed by all the Leading Carnation Growers as the best support on market. Pat. July 27. '97. May 17. '98 GALVANIZED WIRE ROSE STAKES. Write for prices be(or« ordering elsewhere. Prompt thipmsntguirantsed A A IGOE BROS., If y 266 North 9th St., '' BROOKIYN, N.T. Mention the American Florist when writing THE ART OF Floral.... Arrangement. The first special newspaper in the world for floral arrangement. 400 Partially Colored Illustrations Annually. Specimen number free. Subscription, $2.90 yearly. BINDEKUNST-VERLAG, J. Olb«rtz, ERFURT, 6ERMANY. Now is the Time To Subscribe to the Horticultural Trade Journal Published weekly. The Largest Brightest and Best British Trade Publication. Also THE INTERNATIONAL EDITION Published quarterly. Annual sub- scription for weekly and quarterly numbers. One Dollar. (Interna- tional money orders Subscribe today and keep in touch with European markets and topics. The Horticultural Printing Company, BURNLEY, ENGLAND. Standard Flowerpots Porosity and Streoctk UDsurpassed. Writ« for price*, A. F. KOHR 2934-36-38 Leavitt St., CHICAGO PoMFRET Center, Conn. — Robert Rust is building an addition to his establishment. Batavia, N. Y. — Merton L. Dennis has begun a supreme court action to foreclose two mortgages aggregating about $6,000 on the Liebsch green- house property at West and Union streets. Cemetery Vases FOR GUT FLOWERS 26 States Shipped in 1909, the Introductory Year Florists pronounce them great sellers. Send for CV catalogfue and prices. THE NATIONAL VASE COMPANY 130-132 S. High St., COLUMBUS, OHIO, U. S. A | ^ - -. b> CIT FLOWER BOXES f JEDWARDS FOLDING BOX CO MANUFACTUREMS ! PHILADELPHIA. PA. ■ ■ A -. ■ - ■ -/■ Ik Mention the American Florist when writing Florists' Refrigerators Write us for catalog and prices, stating: size you require, and for what kind of cut flowers you wish to use the relrigerator; also state whether you wish it for display or only for storage. McCray Refrigerator Co 960 MIU Street. KENDAUVILU. IND Mention the American Florist when writing Wired Toothpicks 10 000, $1.75: 50.000. $7 50. Manufactured by WJ.COWEE, BERLIN, N.Y. Sample free. For sale by dealeri. Plant Bed Cloth For Florists, Gardeners, Truck Farmers, etc. Protects from frost. Best shade in summer. Sold by leading seedsmen. Waterproof Sheeting, Hay Caps, Etc, HENRY DERBY, 123 F Chambers St„ New York. Kramer's Pot Bangers For sale by Wholesale Seedsmen. Florists and Supply Dealers. Price, $1.00 per dozen by express. S.imple dozen by mail. $1.25. I. N. KRAMER & SON, Cedar Rapids, Iowa EAGLE WIRE WORKS Manufacturers of Wire Floral Designs and Specialties. Catalogue Free. 3238 Ontario St., CLEVELAND, O. Mention the American Florist when writing Lack iha door before the horse is stolin, ind insure your glass before it is brokn. Pot particulars eoncemijig Hail Inaaniaea, ad JOHN G. ESLER, Secretarj Mention the American Florist when writing REED & KELLER, 122 W. 25th St., NEW YORK. FLORIST'S SUPPLIES. We Manufacture all Our /Metal Designs, Baskets, Wire Work, and Novelties, and are dealers in Glass- ware, Pottery, Decorative Qreeas and all Florists' Requisites. aTherrmahh Cape Flowers, all colors, Cycas Leaves, Metal Designs and all Florist Supplies. — Send For Prices 404-412 East 34th St., NEW YORKk i. BiYERSDOBFEK & CO, Florists' Supplies. • 129 Attn Street, PHILADELPHIA, FA Send foraar new catalogue. The Florists' Market Place, Our Ready Reference Ad.Dept igio. The American Florist. 421 fTOI^ 46 95 T'^RTV HEWS STANDARD POTS POT MAKERS FOR 140 YEARS WORLDS LARGEST MANUFACTURERS Pearson Street, LONG ISLAND CITY, N.Y. WRITE FOR CATALOG AND DISCOUNTS. A. H. HEWS & CO. Established 1 76S. CAMBRIDGE, MASS. 452-460 No. Branch St., CHICAGO ILL. SYRACUSE RED POTS Prompt sMpments guar anteed. We have a laree stock of well made and well burned pots on hand for the trade of 1910. Our terms are as eood as the best. Our catalogue on application. SYRACUSEPOTTERYCO., SYRACUSE, N. Y. All The Clay FOR OUR ► Florists' Red Pots Is prepared by passing thBough a screen 1600 meshes to the square inch. If in a hurry for pots order from us. We ship over five lines of railroad by river or interurban. Write for catalogue showing all the articles we make for florists' use. THE PETERS & REED POTTERY CO. ZANESVIIXE, OHIO. Standard Flower Pots! Packed in small crates, easy to handle 1500 2-in. 1500 2Vi 1500 2H 1000 3 800 3H 5004 456 4H 320 5 210 5V2 Price per crate , in crate $4.88 5.25 6.00 5.00 5.80 4.50 5.24 4.51 3 78 Price per crate 144 6-in., in crate, $3.16 120 7 ■■ 4.20 60 8 " 3.00 HAND MADE 48 9-in.. 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, list of Cylinders for Cut Flowers, Hanging Baskets. Lawn Vases, etc. Ten per cent off for cash with order. Address HILFINGEK BROS. POTTERY: Fort Edward. N.T. or August Rolker & Sons. New York Agents 31 Barclay Street. New York City. GEO. KELLER & SON, MaDufacturen of Red Pots Before buying write for prices. 2614-2022 Hemdon St, CHICAGO. Lenox, Mass. — Robert MacConnach- ie and Miss Margaret Williams were married March 4. Lisbon. O. — The Harris Greenhouse Co. has incorporated, the capital stock being $5,000. More greenhouses are to be erected. THOSE RED POTS "STANDARDS" Full Size and Wide Bottoms, Bulb Pans and Azalea Pots. Detroit flower Pot M'f'y 490 Howard St , Detroit, Mich. HARRY BALSLEY, Rep. NEPONSET PAPER POTS. VAIGHAN'S SEED STORE, | Waterpro f, SGENTS I '^"cosTiLittie. Chicago and New York. | Use oar patent iTon Bench Fittings and Roof Supports. ^ llwlPROVEOi THE JENNINGS IRON GUTTER. IMPROVED VAPORIZING PANS ror Tobacco Ixtracts, etc Send (or Circnlars. DILLER, CASKEY & KEEN, S. W. Comer Sixth and Berk Streets PHa.ADELJ>HIA VEHTIUTIII6 APPARATUS. 422 The American Florist. Mar. fp, Iron Reservoir Vases AND Lawn Settees Manufactured by McDonald .- - ," COIUKUS, 0. r ] The largest manu- hmL..»rM«r in^ CATALOGUES Printery ^n'^- price lists. HALFTONES, ENGRAVINGS and PRINTING FOR FLORISTS. 358 Dearborn Street, CHICAGO. Salt Lake Citt. Utah.- — A new in- dustry known as the new Miller Flor- al Co., has been organized by Robert Miller and Louis L. Barton. The com- pany will build a modern range of greenhouses and will begin business with a capital stock of $15,000 to $20,- 000. Sold by Seed Dealers all over America Used 25 Vears. ^SKILLS THE=s= Currant Worm, Potato Bug, Cabbage Worm, Slug on Roses, Caterpillars, Aphis on Roses, Bugs on Melons, Cut Worms, Sow Bugs, Lice on Fowls, Curculio on Plums, Tobacco Worms, &c. For pamphlets on Bugs and Blight, write to B. HAMMOND, rishkill-on-Hudson, N. Y. STRATTON'S GREENHOUSE, C. O. Stratton, Prop. Lancaster, Wis , Feb. 28, 1910. Apbine Mtg. Co., Madison, N. J. Gentlemen: — The "Aphine" purchased through your agents, of Chicago, is cer- tainly O. K. I have had success with it both as a spray and as a dip. Hare dipped plants in full bloom, such as primulas, cine- rarias, roses, etc., with no apparent ill effects on the plants or blooms, but with death to the bugs. Would like to ask it you would consider it safe to use on edible vegetables such as cabbage, caulidoweT, lettuce, etc. ? There ought to be a large sale ol "Aphine" when the people become acquainted with it and can be sure of obtaining the results claimed. Yours very truly, C. D. STRATTON. See Pages 402 and 416 for other Aphine endorsements. Send Advts. Early for Best Service. igjo. The American Florist. 423 Have You Tried The Evergreen Brand Flower Fertilizer. If not read what Poehlmann Bros. Co., the well known Chicago Cut Flower Growers, say: JORN W. POKni,MANN. F-RB>4. A.. H. r»Oan.LMANP*, V. PHER. AUO, F*. POBHLMANN. HTCC'Y * TnEAA. ,500,000 So. Feet of Glass O n EKN HOT-IB Kt MOHTOV QrOVK 201-liO2 RlEHIDENC-E: " " 1 AND 2S:2 Poehlmann Bros. Gompany GROWERS AND WHOLESALERS Specialties Roses, Garnations and Ghrysanthemums store ■ 33-35-37 Randolph St. Chicago Mail all Plant Orders direct to Morton Qrove Oct. 6th, Mr. D, D, Johnaon Dear Sir:- iVe have used the 6 cans of Evergreen Brand Flower Fertilize shipped us Sept. 6th and noted remarkable results. You may increase our second order of 500 to 2000 lbs. and ship soon as possible. Yours truly, 1909- 6r)Skr5 (US sortie oiJK.OOO are a I^to***"'^'?"?^^ Many are al^ [y potted with very large batches now in the sand. August Poehlmann speaks very highly of the Evergreen Brand Flower Fertilizer for carna- tions. In addition to these sorne^,SilCOOO [t hemum cuttinge«*Sfe pre "•atpd 'SffifflUliy' UllJ son ' of jrarieiicF " — air Ar From The American Florist March 12, 1910. Poehlmann Bros. Company. Put up in 12 pound cans. Price, $2.00 eacli, F. O. B. Chicago, New York or Denver. For Sale By Leading Jobbers. For Further Information Address D. D. JOHNSON COMPANY 64'wXh^A^'cSo. 424 The American Flortst. Mar. ig. A Model Rose House m Bumham The IS and 30-inch prate Burcham is also made in a broad, low design with socket opecin^'s for low flow pipe coonections. Send for Catalog. LORD AND BURNHAM CO. IRVINGTON, N. Y. New York. Philadelphia, Boston. Chicago. Write to us about Materials and Plans for any size and style of GREENHOUSE for new structure or repairs. Hot Bed Sash ^p ^'°"^'' °L '"" Pecky Cypress for benches, lasting and least exoensive. The Foley Mfg. Co., Western Ave and 26th St. CHICAGO. The Mastin Automatic Whitewash and Spraying Machine Is Reliable, Practical and Durable The tank is madL- of galvanic, d sheet steel, and in brass. The pump isof brass throughout, simple and powerful The mixing device keeps the contents of the tank well stirred up from start to finish. When the machine is filled to within six inches of the top. a few strokes of the pump will compress enough air in the tank to produce a continuous mist-like spray for 15 minutes. All parts are made to gauKc and may be had for repairs. Ask your dealer about our Extension Hose, Extension Rods, and the Mastin Whitewash Nozzle for Bordeaux mixture. Sold through Seedsmen, Dealers in Florists' and Poultry Supplies. J. G. MASTIN fi CO, 3124 West Lake St., CHICAGO, ILL Mention the American Florist when writinp The Standard Steam Trap Has established a record tar above that of any other trap for florists; being very simple, dur- able and easily taken care of. Catalogues of the Trap, Duplex Gutter, and Standard Ventilat- ing Machinery, mailed free npoa application. HIPPARD, Youngstown, 0. A Gutter With a Reputation Holly Standard Circulator busy and watch results. SUB-TARGET GUN COMPANY Steam Engineerins Department. a 1 6 High Street BOSTON. MASS. Ask the man who has tried them. For further particulars, write to GEO. M. GARLAND CO., DKS PLAINES. UL. Why Not? repair your split or leaky pipes with Ideal Pipe Clamps Manufactured by WM. MOLL, 1664 Columbus Rd., CLEVELAND, 0. Rmerica is "ths Frow of the UesseI; therE may be mnrs comfort Hmidships, but u/b ars the first to touch Unknown Ssas.' Vol. XXXIV. CHICAGO AND NEW YORK, MARCH 26, 1910. No. 1138 The American Florist TWENTT-FIFTH YBAR. Copyright, 1910, by American Florist Company. Entered as Second-Class Matter Nov. 11, 1891, at the Post Office at Chicago. Illinois. under act of March 3, 18V9. Published Eteet Satubdat bt AMERICAN FLORIST COMPANY, 324 Dearborn St., Chicago. Long Distance Phone : Harrison 7465. eastern Office : 1 133 Broadway, New York. Philadelphia, Pa.: Robt. Kift, 1 725 Che<:tnat St. Registered Cable Address : Ameflo, Chicago. Subscription, United States and Me.xico, $1.00 a year: Canada. $2.00; Europe and Countries in Postal Union, $2.50. Subscriptions accepted only from the trade. Vol- umes half yearly from August, 1901. Address all correspondence, subscriptions, etc., American Florist Co., 3S4 Dearborn St., Chicago. SOCIETY OF AMERICAN FLORISTS AND ORNAMENTAL HORTICULTURISTS. Officers — F. R. Pierson, Tarrytown. N. Y.. Pres.; Fred W. Vick. Rochester. N. Y.. Vice- Pres.: H. B. Dorner, Urbana, 111.. Sec'y. Wm. F. Kasting, Buffalo, N. Y.. Treas. Next oieetine at Rochester. N. Y.. August. 1910. Second National Flower Show. Boston. Mass., March. 1911. THE AMERICAN CARNATION SOCIETY. Next annual convention and exhibition at Boston. Mass., March 1911 Fred. Burki. Pittsburg. Pa.. President; A. F. J. Baur. Thirty- eighth St. and Senate Ave.. Indianapolis Ind.. Secretary. AMERICAN ROSE SOCIETY. Next annual meetiae and exhibition at Bos- ton. March 1911. Wm. H Elliott. Briehtin. Mass , President; A. Farevwald. Roslyn. Pa. Vice President Beniamin Hammond.- Fishkill- oo-Hodson. N. Y.. Secretary. AMERICAN PEONY SOCIETY. Seventh annual meeting at Horticultural Hall . Boston. Mass.. lune 19 0. B. H. Fakk Keadiny. Pa.. Pres.; A. H. Fewkes. Newton Hiifblands. Mass. Scc'y. Turn Your Surplus Stocks Into Cash By Advertising in the Ready Reference Department. See Page 463. T^LKS TO THE CISTOMERS W. N. Rudd has written a series of seasonable articles for the National ■ Council of Horticulture press service, which are so full of practical suggestion for those numerous florists, seedsmen and nurserymen who have to deal per.sonally with many of their customers at this season of the year that we print them in full herewith, so that none of our readers may miss them. Employers will find this excellent material for their assistants and clerks. Every employe who comes in contact with customers should be familiar with the facts here set forth. Placing: Shrubs and Flowers in the Yard. Many people study the nursery, seed and florist catalogues long and faith- fully, make a careful selection of what seems to them good, but fail to con- sider where these beautiful things are to go. The shrubs arrive, the seeds are ready and the florist comes with the plants. They must be got into the ground quickly, nothing has been thought out, no plans made, and the result is that half the beauty of the results is lost for lack of a little study. Where to plant is just as important as what to plant — often more so. And yet we study the "what" carefully and forget all about the "where." Never plant shrubs, flowers or anything else in the center of the lawn. Plant them anywhere else, but never there. It dwarfs the place and spoils all artistic effect. The place where the house founda- tion meets the lawn is a harsh, ugly line. We must plant something around the house close to the foundation. The view under the front porch is not pleasing, so we must plant something to hide it. The weekly wash and other things seen in the back yard do not fill the soul with esthetic joy. There- fore, we must plant a screen from the back of the house to the fence on each side. The division fences are ugly, so we must plant something along them to, at least partially, hide them. Square corners are not pleasing, so we must plant in the corners to round them off. Plants are dead during seven months of the year; shrubs partially conceal and have pleasing forms even in win- ter, so we must use shrubs for this planting. If there is anything ugly or unsightly which cannot be got rid of, plant it out with shrubs. Now about flowers — we must have flowers. Plant all you can afford to pay for if you are prepared to take care of them. If you do not wish the trouble of caring for them, don't plant them. Starved, sick and discontented flowers cry out for help to every pas- serby. Cruelty to flowers should be made a criminal offense. It is almost as bad to abuse a beautiful flowering plant as to beat a horse. Don't plant in round beds. Plant in long beds in front of the shrubbery where the flow- ers can have the background of green foliage. Plant the big tall fellows and the brilliant colored ones at the back, the cannas, the hollyhocks and the like. Take that big ugly canna bed out of the lawn and string the cannas out, two or three plants deep, in the front of the tall shrubbery way back in the yard. Plant the smaller and more delicate ones near the front. Plant some sweet scented ones near the porch and near the windows of the living room. Plant little triangular beds in the sharp corners of the walks unless rose bushes are already planted there. In short, know just where you are going to plant each thing before you get it; and above all, don't put clashing colors together. Plants and the Soil They Like. There is almost no soil so poor that it cannot be made to grow flowers, vegetables, shrubs and trees well, if properly treated. Successful cultiva- tion demands two things — a good me- chanical condition of the soil, and richness. The first is equally as im- portant, or more so, than the last, and is more difficult to secure. Given a soil in good mechanical condition, it is simply necessary to work in the proper amount of well-decayed manure at planting time. Never dig fresh manure into the ground. just before planting. If there is none which is well rotted at com- 426 The American Florist. Mar. 26 mand, then spread the fresh article thinly on top of the ground, between the rows and between the plants, and allow the rains to wash it in gradually. If the soil has been cultivated before and has plenty of decayed vegetable matter in it, excellent results may be had with artificial fertilizer bought from the florist or seedsman. Bone is good, but is not a complete fertilizer. Wood ashes should be used with cau- tion, as the large amount of lime they contain may do mischief. The best is what is called a complete fertilizer. Ask the man you buy of how to use it, and never use more than he advises. A very light sprinkling over the soil after spading or ploughing and then raked in, is best. Such things are very strong and will injure or kill plants if used in excess. Well rotted manure is best and safest. Every garden should have its compost heap, where the material is piled up to decay. Turn it over oc- casionally. If it smokes or steams, turn it over at once, and wet it, when turning, with the hose. Slow decay is what is wanted, not hot fermentation. A good compost heap is the gardeners' most precious possession. If the soil is a heavy, stiff clay or hard pan, then patience and perserverance are need- ed. Break it up two spades deep if your back is strong, if not, subsidize a laborer who has a strong back and who knows how. Work into the ground at the same time all the fresh horse manure you can. Leave the ground rough and let the manure rot. The rotting of the manure, both me- chanically and chemically, helps break up and fine the soil. After the manure has rotted spade it over again and, if in reasonably fine condition, planting may be done. If not, repeat the pro- cess. In some very obstinate soils it may be necessary, in addition, to let the ground lie rough over winter for the frost to work on. Frost is a great pulverizer of clay soils when they are spaded or ploughed up roughly. Never work a clay soil when wet or sticky. Some plants, like Golden Glow rud- beckia and nasturtiums do best in a light soil without any manure. Roses like a clay soil, and it is hardly pos- sible to give them too much manure, provided it is not too close to the roots when first planted. One can hardly grow most kinds of roses successfully in a light, sandy soil. Geraniums will grow in any soil, but must have only a moderate amount of manure, and not too much water. Pansies like the richest kind of a light, loamy soil. Most shrubs like a moderately rich soil with yearly applications of manure on top of the ground over the roots. Cannas like the richest possible kind of soil with abundance of water after they start to grow. Many plants will not do well two years in succession in the same place, but we do not know exactly why. This is especialy true of sweet peas and as- ters. It is more or less true of all plants. This is why the farmer "ro- tates his crops," and why we should, if we can avoid it, never plant the same variety in the same place oftener than once in three years. With the best of soil, properly fertilized, and in the best mechanical condition, we must still see that the plants are properly and firmly set in the ground and are properly and regularly cultivated. Re- member that we cultivate, not so much to kill weeds, though that is essential, as to keep the upper layer of soil loose. Don't water too much, and always hoe the next day after watering. Most amateurs water too much, and hoe too little. The hoe is better than the hose. Danger In Planting the Garden too Early. When the birds come, the grass turns green and the first few days arrive in which the amateur gardener can go coatless, the lust for digging and planting comes to us all. The digging is all right; dig as much and as deeply as can be done, provided the ground is not wet and soggy. Dig in the manure, lots of it, but be sure it is well rotted; raw green manure is poison to plants. If the spring fever is still in the bones, if the fingers still tingle for the feel of the garden tools, dig it all over again. No garden ever was dug too often or too deep. No garden soil was ever too finely pulver- ized by the spade of its owner. Digging makes the garden glad and a glad gar- den gives fine crops later on. But beware of planting too early. When in doubt dig. don't plant. It is a mistake to plant seeds or set out plants in a wet, cold soil. With few excep- tions they won't grow. They will at best lie dormant; more often the cold and the wet kill the tender germs and the seed and the labor of planting it is lost, while the crop is delayed waiting for the growth which never comes. No seed should be planted until the ground is reasonably dry, that is, not wet and sticky. When this condition prevails put in the first sowing of the hardy seeds, radishes, lettuce, onions, spin- ach, early round smooth peas (if one must have them — the wrinkled ones are a world better) and the like in vegetables, pansies, daisies, sweet peas • and nasturtiums among the flowers, although pansies should have been started some weeks earlier In the house, or, better still, good plants should be bought from the florist and set out at once. It is to be noted that the little pansy plants are the best. They will grow better and bloom bet- ter and longer than the big fat ones which have been carried over from last fall. A week or 10 days later, if the weather holds good, the wrinkled peas, beets and other seeds may be planted. Again, a week later, a plant- ing of early sweet corn (Golden Ban- tam is the best) may be tried, al- though it is a little risky, still. By May 20 most seeds can be planted and most bedding plants can be set out. Corn, melons, cucumbers, geran- iums, asters, lobelia and all except the most tender things are reasonably safe. Coleus and very tender plants should not be set out until early June, and while bush beans may be planted in late May, the limas should not be put in the ground until June 1. For the extreme northern states those dates are too early while as the Ohio river line is approached the dates are late. A — ^,^ ■■ i ^\ '^M t , ^3 B^^^3H0t!. ' ^_^ 13 /«^|fy JM^JI ^P^' -- '--^*S ^^i'^ HKAcvJ4-VJ ^B^^. "^ ^ ^ ki/i v\ 4 K . i A 1 t' 1 Ik. IT— TTT^,J BASKET OF EASTER LILIES AND WHITE HYACINTHS.' By .Vndrcw Mc.'\daros. Chicago. igio. The American Florist, 427 EASTER BASKET BY ANDREW McADAMS, Hyacinths. Crotons and Ferns. CHICAGO. Where Roses Will Grow Well. Success with roses depends on three things — climate, soil and location in the yard. The last two we can con- trol more or less, but the question of climate can only be met by selecting such varieties as will succeed, and making up one's mind to do without the many beautiful varieties which will grow well only in favored locali- ties. As one approaches and goes south of the Ohio river line, nearly all roses do well, and even the tender tea roses will winter with slight protection. Farther north, in northern Illinois, Iowa, Wisconsin, northern New York and similar latitudes, we have the hot burning sun of summer, long droughts in midsummer, severe cold in winter with little snow, and sudden and severe changes of temperature at all times. These conditions, of course, are modi- fled by the lake influence on the east shore of Lake Michigan and south of Lake Erie and Ontario, but in general they prevail, and are very unfavorable to the growth of all but the hardier roses. Of course, careful protection will winter over many kinds which ■would otherwise be killed outright; but, unless one is an enthusiast and willing to assume much extra work, the uncertain varieties are best left alone. Some of the smaller varieties can also be made to do very nicely if strong plants are obtained from the florist and set out annually and treated as one treats geraniums and other summer bedding plants. There is little use in trying to dig them up in the fall and keep them through the win- ter indoors. New plants should be bought each year. For permanent planting the tea roses will not do, and most of the hybrid perpetuals, while listed in the catalogues as hardy, are not to be relied on. The rose of roses for outdoor plant- ing in the north is the Japanese rose (Rosa rugosa) and its hybrids. We are getting new varieties every year and will soon have a list of these which in color, form and variety, will supply our wants. The original form and several of the hybrids are as hardy as an oak tree. The rambler roses, such as Crimson Rambler, Dorothy Perkins and the like, are de- sirable, although occasionally killing back in severe winters. The polyantha roses like Clothilde Soupert, and the baby ramblers are very hardy, as are some of the moss roses and the old- fashioned climbing and garden roses. In soil, the rose prefers a clay or heavy loam. In fact it is almost use- less to try to grow roses in a very sandy or gravelly soil unless mixed with clay. The rose is a gross feeder and requires a rich soil. This can be given if well rotted manure is at hand, or, if the manure is not rotted, it can be used on top of the ground. Never dig fresh manure into the ground where roses are to be planted. One of the great causes of failure with roses is planting them in the wrong place in the yard. Roses must have full exposure to the sun or fail- ure is sure. They must not be over- shadowed by the branches of trees or shrubs, and must not be robbed of nourishment and moisture by tree or shrub roots. Trees, especially willows, box elders and poplars, will send their roots a long way to get into the rich, moist soil of a rose bed. Roses will do well on the south side of a house and even on the east and west sides, but the rubbish from the building gen- erally buried near the foundation makes it necessary to dig deeply when planting, while the building often pre- vents their getting a proper amount of water from the rains so that it is neces- sary to watch and water thoroughly at times. Reading, Pa. — John Nolan gave a lecture at the Academy of music, March 14 on the barenness and ugli- ness of the town, urging more parks, boulevards and home planting. He was accorded a very enthusiastic re- ception. Chaelotte, N. C. — The Chadwick- Hoskins Co. recently placed an order with the Misses Boyd for 1,700 chrys- anthemum plants which will be given to the operatives in the various mill settlements of the company to beau- tify the yards and flower gardens. DUNKiBK, N. T. — Alfred Lindberg, employed as a salesman by the Lake Shore Seed Co., fell into an elevator shaft March 14, to the basement of the building 30 feet below. His worst injury was a long, deep gash over the eye which required five stitches to close. Washington, D. C. — Fire destroyed a heating plant and burned away the ends of three greenhouses belonging to Michael J. McCabe, Walker road, March 14. The loss is estimated at between $2,000 and $3,000, and is not covered by insurance. It is believed the blaze was caused by the heating plant becoming overheated and set- ting Are to the woodwork. 428 The American Florist, Mar. 26, THE RETAIL TRADE Another St. Patrick's Day Window. The scene of the picture herewith, a window display put up by the Idle Hour Nurseries, Macon, Ga., is laid around Killarney lakes. A mirror, is used for the lake, the yacht is made from one flat piece of wood for the bottom with one upright piece in cen- ter and one for' the top, shaped exactly like a boat. Then the frame is mossed inside the wood work. Green carna- tions are used for the body of the yacht, and sails made out of linen, with the word "Shamrock" in green let- ters. The boat is then filled with Irish potatoes, a card displays the words, "A carg'O from the ould country." There is a rugged road twining Itself around the lake, gravel is used for this* and real rocks are used everywhere In the landscape, as also is cork bark, and breen wood moss employed for the pasture; in the distance is seen an Irish home with an old well and moss-covered bucket, and the usual wooden bench is seen on the left. Miniature lights are used for the light- ing effect at night. On the right is no- ticed St. Patrick's church, with steps leading from the road up to the church, and the church is lit by gi'een electric lights. Snakes are just creep- ing out of the crevices of the rocks =ind also on the lake shore, being driven out by St. Patrick. Rocks and sand placed around the edge of the lake with a few small sticks to rep- resent logs add a great deal to the scene. All along the road side are green stakes with electric lights to represent street lamps; at the side is a break in the roads, one goes at the back of the rocks and the other crosses and goes at the back of the church, and twines past the cottage, where you see two hogs are feeding in the pasture. The background is a large map of Ireland made on stiff paper and outlined with green paint, the towns are also written in green with the Irish sea on the right of the map. It is a typical Irish scene worthy of comment. Shamrock plants were used in the landscape. The yacht was sent to the Robert Emmet club after the window display. Sug^jfestlons for Easter Decoration. For altar decoration a trellis made of green ribbon, at the intersections of which small bunches of lily of the valley should be tied with baby ribbon giving the effect of a flat shower, is satisfactory. Intermingled, there should be garlands of dainty aspara- gus at the lower edge of each trellis and at the end of each ribbon forming this flower mantel should be tied a loose arrangement of stephanotis or stevia intermingled with lily of the valley. This same trellis arrangement can be used where an elaborate buffet din- ner decoration is desired, using it as a scarf extending over the corners of the table, or as an extended centerpiece continuing to the corners. The cen- terpiece and flowers for the center table decoration give opportunity for rich and delicate color effects and novelty in arrangement. A handsome silver plate as the central base for a silver loving cup or for a vase or bowl filled with roses, a silver or porcelain jardiniere filled with growing ferns, a pewter bowl of field daisies or four slender cry.stal vases of graceful car- nations are the conventional decora- tion for the home. The delicate beauty of a spra-- of roses in a small gray green Wedge- wood vase, of china pink carnations in a grey blue Wedgewood pitcher, of a spray of cyclamen and maidenhair fern in a green and white stem-like vase or the effect of putting orchids and stevia together in contrast with a flaming mass of scarlet geraniums in a Copper bowl, are all artistic possibili- ties. Foliage, fruits and flowers make an artistic and harmonious whole, and rustic simplicity is artistically obtained by Asparagus plumosus rising from a birch bark cylinder. Flowers which have a heavy tropical fragrance should be avoided; the best material is roses, pinks, and violets. Lilacs are always suitable and delightfully effective and lend to many color combinations. A pretty Easter table decoration consists of a low> centerpiece of pale pink hyacinths arranged on a bed of asparagus and. for a table of six or more, full single strings of asparagus should divide the guests, the fronds extending over the edge of the table, where a small loose bunch of pink hy- acinths should be attached in various places to the extending garland. Mig- nonette can be used to good advan- tage in connection with the underlying decoration of this centerpiece. Candelabra at each end of the table should have violet shades and, at- tached to the base of the candelabra, should be the .souvenirs for the guests, viz.: bunches of violets arranged in 3 loose artistic manner tied with wide green gauze ribbon so arranged as to form a background for the violets — or to fall on the cloth in a circle around the base of the candelabra. A fine green finishes the centerpiece, the whole making an effective and inex- pensive table decoration. At each plate should be a card with the name of the guest on it in a frame made of the African violet. A. E. Klundeb. March Flowers in the New York Stores. Roses and carnations are now at their best. While we may yet see much good stock, a few weeks of mild weather with warm nights may be expected to deteriorate the quality of carnations. Special American Beauties are more plentiful than they were two weeks ago but there is no surplus of good blooms. The supply is increasing and by Easter we may expect an abundant supply. There is an abundance of the short stock but it is not generally handled by the retailers. Killarney, White Killarney, Chate- nay. Richmond, Bride and Brides- maid are all good. There are also good blooms of My Maryland to be seen. We venture to state that the above mentioned varieties include 99' per cent of all the rose stock that is 7%.: ' 'HL 1 ^^^^^^^K^BBK^UmtVS^SI&ai^Bm '^ ■ ANOTHER ST. PATRICK'S DAY WINDOW. By H. G. Evans, nf th.' Idir Hour Nurseries. Macon. Ga. A suitable decoration for the March luncheon is the modest African violet. The centerpiece should be an oblong flat basket filled with African violets arranged in the following manner: Take a stout wire and, at the end, cluster (loosely) say a dozen viole*:: encircle these with asparagus vine forming In other words a little indi- vidual bouquet — fill the centerpiece with this arrangement. Lily of the valley will lend a pretty variation where contrast is desired. handled in this city. Sunrise may frequently be seen, as a novelty, but it is not and never will be a staple stock. Its stems are too short and it does not appeal to the flower-buy- ing public for general use. We have recently had a rose show in this city and a matter-of-fact re- tailer has delivered himself in an original way regarding shows. He said: "These shows are a nuisance. They are free and the public flocks to them, then they come Into our igio. The American Florist. 459 LILIES AT POEHLMANN BROS. CO.'S, MORTON GROVE, ILL., TEN DAYS BEFORE EASTER. Stores and expect to find the same kind of stock that they saw at the show." While this incident is not mentioned to in any way disparage the exhibitions, which undoubtedly go far toward popularizing flowers, it shows the viewpoint of nien who are merely after the dollars and cents and who see no beauty in anything that does not carry a percentage of profit. Killarney rose is far in the lead. Getting at the facts, this is not so much on account of its popularity with the public. It is largely due to the growers, who find it more profit- able than Bride and Bridesmaid. Many of the buyers in retail stores do not know the difference between Killarney and Bridesmaid or between Bride and White Killarney. They simply ask for pink or white roses. As a sidelight, a leading retailer re- cently said: "We must always have on hand some Brides and Brides- maids, because there are a few people who ask for them and know them when they see them." As a red rose, Richmond has practically eliminated all the others. The carnations Alma Ward and Mrs. C. W. Ward are very fine and popular, and so is Enchantress and its sports. While, as Adolph Faren- wald puts it, the rose may be the brightest of flowers, there is now and always will be, a great demand for carnations. They are decidedly the flowers for the plain people of whom Lincoln said, "God must have loved, because he made so many of them." While there is an abundant supply of double violets, many of them are of a miserably poor quality and as it is now the fashion to use orchids, gardenias, lily of the valley and sweet peas in corsage boquets of violets It goes far toward pushing them. The single violets are increasing in popu- larity and we warn the growers that, as between a poor double and a good single violet, the choice is quickly made in favor of the latter. There is a steady demand for orchids, and many fine blooms, largely of cattle- yas, may be seen. Unlike roses and carnations, there is from year to year, little improvement in the quality of these flowers, but their beauty and utility is always appreciated and they are here to stay. * There is a constant increase in the popularity of good gardenias. Flow- ers with stems a foot long are no longer novelties and such blooms are in constant demand. Some of us can remember a time when Easter lilies were seldom seen except af Eas- ter. We now have them all the year. Though there has been some talk of a scarcity of good pot plants, there is now an abundance of cut stock on the market and considering the wide area from which this city draws its supply there is little likelihood of a dearth. Lily of the valley is plentiful and, considering past condi- tions, it is cheap, but that is inevit- able. We have never taken much stock in the artificial flower scare but, considering the great increase in the supply of natural flowers, it would seem that the days of high prices for all stocks will soon be in the dim past. There is an abundance of what may be termed the minor stocks, in- eluding sweet peas, daisies, snap- dragons and cut primroses, and they are found in the stores. The forsy- thias, flowering cherries, almonds and other spring stocks are seen in pro- fusion and as decorative features they fill a large space. Of what is gen- erally termed bulb stock, omitting lilies, the tulips seem to be the most popular. By some of the leading retailers, narcissus has come to be considered more of a nuisance than otherwise. In the years when other stocks were scarce it was useful but its popularity is waning and many growers can save time and money by noting this fact. While the Easter stocks of plants are not yet in, many fine plants are to found in the re- tail stores. These include azaleas, rhododendrons and different varieties of pot roses. Hyacinths, lily of the 430 The American Florist. Mar. 26, valley and other small stocks may also be seen, attractively arranged in pans and baskets. NOTES. Chas. Thorley, who has original ideas, had recently a great display in his show windows of wicker ham- pers. Each hamper showed a fine bou- quet. Some were of Killarney, White Killarney and Sunrise and moss roses, all being tied with ribbon of appropriate shade. Corsage boquets displayed in glass boxes were other novelties. In the store, the leading feature was a large combination of fine pot roses and other flowering plants. Mr. Thorley predicts good Eas- ter business. At Geo. M. Stumpp's preparations are being made for a heavy trade in Easter plants. A feature at this store is a large plant of yellow jasmine which has for the past month been showing an abundance of bloom. In a city as large as this where there are so many skilful men in the business, it is impossible to mention all the good things that are to be seen in the retail stores. Each and all of the dealers, to the best of their ability, display the stock that appeals to their particular line of customers. Easter Preparations in Chicago. If Chicago retailers do not do a record-breaking business at Easter it will not be for want of preparation, for all the principal stores are well decorated and fine stock in all varie- ties is well displayed. With regard to novelties there is nothing much new to chronicle though there are new shapes in baskets and fine ribbons in all imaginable shades to "dress" the excellent pot stock that is coming to the market. Plants include the usual Easter offerings. Hydrangeas are not very plentiful or as forward as usual, the date being too early for these plants. Azaleas are at their brightest and best, the few bright days having brought them out but not overdone them. Cyclamens are unusually good for Easter and primulas are in fine shape, while there are the usual small flowering and foliage plants in plenty for baskets. The George Wittbold Co. has a fine stock of baskets in many novel shades and we specially noted the ivory and green colored ones which are remark- ably good. Some Pompeian ware here too is excellent. It is imported from Italy and other European countries and is an exact reproduction of the genuine article. It is high priced but very fine. Other fine things are the willow and gold braid baskets. The plant and cut flower stock is very showy and good here and advance orders for the festival are heavy. Ganger & Gormley are preparing fine baskets and other receptacles for their trade. Some of the light green and yellow ones are very beautiful and when well filled make a most ar- tistic and beautiful Easter gift. Bul- bous stock, azaleas, Easter lilies and other plants are shown in great vari- ety, suitably decorated. Harry Rowe, as usual, has some very tasty baskets and his plants are exceptionally good. Cyclamens are far better than usually seen at Easter while his Primula obconica, azaleas, hydrangeas, Easter lilies, rambler roses and others are in fine order. We noted a very good thing here in the way of a jardiniere and pot combined, the pot slipping in closely in the jardiniere case. These are easy to handle, as they can be filled and slipped in when ready tvithout soiling the jardiniere. Grass baskets in pretty light colors were also noted. August Lange reports that his trade at Easter runs along about the same lines as at other times though the bulk of it, of course, is greatly increased. John Mangel's store is extremely attractive. He has large plants of azaleas in the Monroe street windows, some big specimens of Apollo being especially good and profusely flow- ered. We also noted some of the most magnificent Keizerskroon tulips we have ever seen, great massive flowers of remarkably good color and sub- stance. The pot stock of Easter lilies is good here and there are also fine foliage plants. Outside in Wabash avenue is a dwarf box hedge and he is also showing fine Aucuba Japoni- ca, both the male and female forms. The Bohannon Floral Co. is showing extremely artistic baskets of bulb stock and other flowers and the taste and skill with which they are ar- ranged are very creditable to this rapidly rising firm. Circular letters sent out to customers advising them that ordinary prices would be charged on all goods ordered by a certain date proved to be good business get- be beautifully fresh when delivered to the customer and, not being disturbed, will last as long as it is possible for them to. Straw Easter hats trimmed with violets and violet covered chiffon are being shown in the windows on Jackson boulevard. Plant stock is ex- cellent here and, as usual, only the choicest of cut flowers will be han- dled. THE CARNATION. Worms In Carnation Soil. Ed. American Plobist: — I am sending you by this mail several specimens of a worm with which my carnation soil is infested. I have not noticed any harm from it yet. Will you kindly tell me what it is and if it is injurious to plants? C. W. C. There was nothing in the box on arrival but a little soil, dust dry, and the insects, if any were put in, had either escaped or were dried up. Carnations Carried Over. Ed. American Florist : — In one of your recent issues one of your correspondents ask a question about carrying carnations over the sec- ond year. Here it has been a most satisfactory experiment. Some two years ago we happened to try one bench some 80 feet long; this year, or last fall we left two benches, mostly AMERICAN BEAUTY AT THE METAIRIE RIDGE NURSERY CO., NEW ORLEANS, LA Harry Pauwortli. Jr.. in Walk. ters and the advance orders have been heavy. Azaleas, lily of the val- ley, primulas and hydrangeas are among the finest plants here. The Fleischman Floral Co., as usual,' is making great preparations for Eas- ter and has many elaborate baskets and other devices under way for tliis holiday. An excellent plan to be fol- lowed with some of the baskets is to place tins with lily of the valley, already grown, in them. These tins are numbered to correspond with the baskets and thus there is no risic of their not fitting. The flowers will thus Enchantress. They look now just as well as those newly planted. The fall crop came In early and produced more flowers. They are now off crop some- what, but are in the pink of condition. As regards a crop about Easter up 'till next July 1, our mode of treat- ment is to keep our carnations cool as possible by shade and water during the summer so that they do not get exhausted. In the fall we give them a partial rest by keeping rather dry; then all the dead and weak wood is cut out, the wire and strings are re- paired, the weeds cleaned out, top igio. The American Florist. 431 dressed with good hotbed manure and loam equal parts with a little bone meal or flour. One good watering is given and no more for a few days un- til the growth begins and more water by degrees is given. About October or November they ought to produce a pretty good crop, quite as many as the newly planted ones. Such has been our experience: we cannot answer for others in a different climate, as cir- cumstances or a more southerly cli- mate might alter the case. I would say experiment yourself with a piece; there is nothing like your own ex- perience. J. B. Fredericton, N. B. a self-evident fact that the experi- ment was a success, considering the fact that here in the west the same price is paid for carnations practically all the time — summer and winter. Taken as a whole there is nothing specially to favor the average beds of carnations being carried over the second season but where one has a good healthy lot of plants in the | spring and a good demand through- out the summer and fall, with care and plenty of ventilation, good hand- ling and management and a crop of tomatoes to follow early the next spring, we would consider it a wise thing to carry the plants over. How- ■ *^'f -^rir W <• NEW YORK HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY. Cyclamens Exhibited by J. Stuart, Gardener to Mrs. F. A. Constable. Mamaroneck, N. V. In a recent issue of the Florist I noticed an inquiry from "G. T.," Virginia, and I would like to mention some carnations that were carried over at the establishment of H. W. Manike of Tacoma, Wash. They were Lawson and Knchantress and the way they were handled may be said to have proved a profitable experiment when we consider total of time and space occupied and the financial re- turns. The plants were not very large when benched after a season's growth outside and not early planted, conse- quently in the early part of the first season no great number of blooms were cut. A fine cut of choice flowers "came on in early spring and contin- ued through the summer and the plants were neglected somewhat until the demand began in fall when they received more attention and a clean- ing up, picking over, mulching and watering. They were quite promising in the fall and supplied a goodly cut of very nice flowers. They greatly outdid the newly planted stock until after the holidays, in number and quality of flowers. As the next spring came on they began to fail and it was decided to plant the space to early tomatoes. The space was planted to them, and car- nationals left in for a while until they interfered, then taken out and the space given to tomatoes altogether. A fine crop of tomatoes soon grew and the crop finished in just the right time to fill the space with a crop of carnations for the next year. No exact record was kept of either crop of carnations, or tomatoes, but it was ever there Js a lot depending on the man who has the handling of them. TACOMA. Carnations In the South. The month of March with its warm weather marks the beginning of the end of indoor culture generally all over the south. Not that fair carna- tions cannot be produced for a couple of months, but the blooms begin to get smaller and lose much of their keeping quality. All the points in good culture should be strictly observed, giving the plants the limit in fertiliz- ers. A good shade on the houses will be of great benefit in aiding the plants to resist the hot bright weather. Wherever possible, the ground should be put in condition for planting out the young stock. In the extreme south the time to plant is now. Further north a month later will be all right. The ground selected for planting should have ample natural drainage, and when the ridge and furrow style of planting is adopted, the same can be easily irrigated during periods of drought. Where the ground is limited in extent the plants can be set out in beds in close rows and worked with a hand cultivator, but where there is plenty of room the ridge and furrow system is preferable. The grass Is easily kept in subjection, the drainage is more perfect and working with the plow conserves the moisture to the ut- most in times of drought. WM. LiEAB. Horticultural Society of Kew Yorlt. AWAEDS AT SPEIKG SHOW. The following are the awards at the spring flower show of the Horti- cultural Society of New York, held in connection with the convention and exhibition of the American Rose So- ciety as reported in our last issue: Kentla Belmoreana specimen — Slebrecht & &on. New Rochelle, first. Kentia Forsteriana, specimen— Siebrecht & Son. first. Vase of Stocks, Queen Alexandria— Chas. Hathaway, East Orange, N. J., (gardener Max Schneider), special mention. Daisies— A. L. Millei-, Brooklyn, special mention. Bunch of Snapdragons— Francis X. Gully, Ramsey, N. J., special mention. Thpee plants of stocks— Francis X. Gully, Ramsey. N. J., first. New Carnation Wodenethe. Winthrop Sar- gent, Flshklll-on-Hudson. N. Y.. (Frank vVhitney. gardener), certificate of merit. New Carnation Pierson's Pink No. 40— F. R. Plerson Co.. Tarrytown. certificate of merit. Cytisus praecox — Samuel Unterrayer, Tonk- ers (\V. H. Waite. gardener), first. Hippeastrum (Amaryllis) hybrids — Samuel Untermyer, Yonkers, first. Phoenix ruplcola — Slebrecht & Son, first. Chamaerops humills — Siebrecht & Son, first. Encephalartos Altensteinli^ — Siebrecht & Son. first. Adiantum Farleyense and lily of the val- ley — A, N. Pierson, Cromwell. Conn., spec- ial mention. Violet Marie Louise — Thos. De Voy's Son, Poughkeepsie. certificate of merit. Calla Elliottlana — John Lewis Chllds, special mention. Carnation Mrs. C. W. Ward — The Cottage Gardens Co., Queens, certificate of merit. Carnation Alma Ward — The Cottage Gar- dens Co.. certificate of merit. Artistic decorations of hat. parasol and fan. trimmed with violets and orchids — Rosary Flower Co., special mention. NEW YORK HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY. Lager Si Hurrcil's First Prize Orchid Display. 432 The American Florist. Mar. 26, Echoes of the Rose Show. A feature of interest was the classi- fied exhibit of various types of roses by Dr. E. B. Southwiclj. It showed the painstaking worlc of a slcilled ro- sarian and botanist. It was not an exhibit of flowers but a classification of varieties and a commendable fea- ture. Cornell University should be cred- ited with two good men whose in- terest in horticulture is untiring. These are Prof. John Craig and L. B. Judson of its department of horticul- ture. The exhibit of A. N. Pierson Inc., Cromwell, Conn., was very fine but was not entered for competition. In addition to the very fine roses there was a beautiful display of Adiantuni Farleyense and lily of the valley. The Cottage Gardens Co., Queens, N. Y., staged a fine exhibit of its carnations — Alma Ward and Mrs. C. W. Ward. Pierson's Pink, a seedling carnation by F. R. Pierson, looked well and at- tracted attention. The prize winning exhibits of Rich- mond and Killarney by A. Farewald were truly magnificent. A feature deserving high praise was the orchid exhibit of Lager & Hur- rell. Not only was the stock very fine but the arrangement and staging was perfect. We must say a word for Joseph A. Manda, manager of the show. He filled the bill. He was always on the job and while not obtrusive or fussy he knows how to do the right thing at the right time. The chanticleer hat and floral muff, made of violets and dendrobiurns ex- hibited by the Rosary Flower Co. were very pretty features. THE BANQUET. The St. Patrick's night banquet at the Fifth avenue restaurant was very interesting and enoyable about 300 being present. Patrick O'Mara was toastmaster and he is well known to be an expert in that line. There was an excellest musical programme, and the different speakers said many good things. A lai-ge number of the visit- ing rosarians were present with their lady friends and the affair was an unquestioned success. Chairman Sheridan and his committee are to be congratulated. In his address of wel- come to the American Rose Society President Miller, of the New Tork Florists' Club, spoke in part as fol- lows: Mr. Toastmaster, Mr. President and members of the American Rose Soci- ety: — Ladies and gentlemen, I have been given a task. If I could express my feelings I would say a good many kind words of praise to you but, how- ever, I will endeavor to do the best I can. Little did I think several months ago that I would have the honor to welcome your society and to make you feel at home. It is needless for me to say that the New Tork Florists' Club extends a hearty welcome to all. Gentlemen, you are always welcome and the more often we meet our brother florists from other sections of the country and talk matters over — let it be the rose, carnation, sweet pea or any oth- er society connected with our busi- ness — let us be neighborly and friend- ly and our work will be a great deal lighter. Of course we must not for- get the S. A. F., the foundation of all our societies, and hope that we will all meet at Rochester in August next. I told President Frank Pier- son that one of the largest locomo- tives in New Tork city would not be strong enough to carry the members of the New Tork Florists' Club to the convention city. Now, ladies and gentlemen, when I was elected president of the club I promised to do all the work that was piled upon me. but would have to be excused on the talking end; as I look over the lengthy programme and see such distinguished orators who certainly can talk and who I know you will enjoy I must give way to those gentlemen. I trust that we will have in the near future the pleasure of entertaining you again, and with a rising toast we drink to the health, prosperity and long life of the Amer- ican Rose Society. PROFESSOR CKAIG'S ADDRESS. Speaking of the "Relation Between the Florists and the Experiment Sta- tion," Prof. Craig drew attention to the significant fact that the entire state led all others in the extent and variety of its horticultural products. She stood first in the annual output of deciduous fruits, first in the value of nursery products, first in the out- put of vegetable crops, first in the extent of land covered by glass for the forcing of vegetable and flower crops and first in the value of her floricultural products. She occupied a proud and enviable position in the horticultural world. He then commented upon the pecu- liar fact that while most of the agri- cultural industries were well cared for by the state through its experi- ment station activities, floriculture was but wi'akly represented. In look- ing for the reason it appeared that the responsibility of this condition rested primarily upon the florist him- self, for the manner in which the other industries was represented was due in large measure to the aggres- siveness of the men in the field. That the greenhouse equipment for the ex- periment station research was pain- fully inadequate in the state which claimed floriculture supremacy was a reflection upon the progressiveness of the men in the work. The speaker cited the conditions existing in Illi- nois where the state association had not only secured a fine range of com- mercial houses for the agricultural experiment station but also a grant of $10,000 to be used in conducting experiments in floriculture. This il- lustrated a splendid type of co-opera- tion between florists and research of- ficers. The germ of a similar movement had been started in New Tork by the recent action of the Florists' Club of Buffalo which had resulted in the in- troduction of a bill in the New Tork legislature providing for an appropri- ation to cover the cost of erecting greenhouses to be used in solving problems in commercial floriculture. These houses are to be located at the New Tork State College of Agricul- ture at Ithaca where the glass struc- tures already in use are now devoted to laboratory and educational work. The movement had already received the endorsement of the Rochester Florists' Club and the support of the executive committee of the national society. He raised the question as to the position and attitude of the New Tork florists in promoting such a movement. The work was theirs and should be promoted or discouraged according to their own views and de- sires. ADDITIONAL AWARDS. W. G. Badgley, Chatham, N. J., won the prize of $25 for the best vase of 50 Killarney roses offered by A. J. Guttman. The Dorrance chal- lenge prize, which has been offered by Benjamin Dorrance, Dorranceton, Pa., for a number of years but never won, was awarded to Mr. Dorrance this year by the judges. In Division B. Class 121, the United States Cut Flower Co.. Elmira, N. T., took first for 25 Ivory. ADDITIONAL VISITORS. P. J. Donahoe, Boston, Mass.; John A. Evans, Richmond, Ind.; P. H. Barnes, Harrisburg. Pa.; Richard Vincent. Jr., White Marsh, Md.; S. S. Skidelsky, Philadelphia, Pa.; J. A. MASSACHUSETTS AGRICULTURAL COLLEGE. Sliort Course ^tudciits in .\KriculturL- and Horticiilluri-, W'jnt.-r Season, I'JIO. rgio. The American Florist. 433 TRI-CITY FLORISTS' CLUB BANQUET, MARCH 17, 1910 Valentine. Denver. Colo.; E. G. Hill, Richmond, Ind.; Francis G. Marchan, Dorrenceton, Pa.; Anna Dorrence, Dorrenceton. Pa.; A. J. Loveless. Len- ox, Mass.; Fred Burki, Pittsburg, Pa.; Chas. Schwenke, New York; C. C. Taylor, Louisville. Ky. ; James Camp- bell. Ardsley, N. T. Massachusetts Agricultural College. SHORT COURSE IN FLOEICULTUBE. The short course in floriculture closed March 11. It is to be regretted that so few took advantage of the ex- cellent opportunities to avail them- selves of practical and theoretical in- formation along floricultural lines, and it is hoped the course may be more largely attended next year. The regis- tration for this course included: Albert ■C. Bradstreet, Topsfleld, Mass.; Lydia A. Bowser, Cohasset, Mass.; George A. Gray, Beverly, Mass.; Edward I. Mc- CarroU, Waban, Mass.; Albert Lewis. Rockaway, Long Island, N. T.; L. E. Torrey, Southbridge. Mass.; John L. Killam, Boxford, Mass.; Willard M. Pease, Monson, Mass.; William Scace, Pittsfleld, Mass.; Edwin G. Scott, Gar- field, Wash.; Edwin R. Selkregg, North East, Pa. While it is difficult to ar- range a course which will meet the needs of all classes of students, the aim is to give the beginner as much elementary information as possible without neglecting those who are more advanced, and at the same time to make the work sufficiently scientific to satisfy the needs of those who have been longer in the business. The talks by the various practical men who have generously assisted in the course have again proved most valuable. Aside from the general lec- tures of the course the following spoke on some special feature of greenhouse work. F. J. Elder, heating expert. Lord & Burnham Co., Irvington-on- Hudson, N. Y., on "Heating"; Eber Holmes. Montrose, and W. H. Elliott, of Brighton, on "Rose Culture"; Peter Fisher, Ellis, Mass., on the "Develop- ment of the Carnation"; M. A. Patten, Tewksbury, on "Cultural Methods for the Carnation." E. O. Orpet, of South Lancaster, gave a very fine talk on orchid growing and exhibited a large number of varieties in bloom. E. J. Canning, of Northampton, spoke on the work of the private gardener. Aside from these speakers, C. H. Totty, of Madison, N. J., gave an excellent talk on chrysanthemums. J. K. Shaw, of the horticultural division of the ex- periment station, spoke on the prin- ciples of plant breeding, and H. D. Haskins, of the chemical division of the experiment station, gave an in- structive talk on fertilizers for the greenhouse crops. Edward MacMul- kin, of Boston, was scheduled to speak on the retail trade, but was prevented from doing so because of sickness. The Saturday observation trips proved especially profitable. The fol- lowing are among the ranges visited: H. W. Field's, Northampton; A. N. Pierson's. Cromwell. Conn. The Mont- gomery Co.'s, Hadley; Smith College conservatories, Northampton; Mt. Hol- yoke College conservatories, South Hadley; Waban Rose Conservatories, Natick; Wm. Nicholson's and S. J. Goddard's, Framingham; Butter- worth's, South Framingham; Peter Fisher's, Ellis; Geo. Sinclair's. Holy- oke, and Wm. Sim's, Cliftondale. Full notes on each of these trips were re- quired. The Massachusetts Agricul- tural College stands ready to assist the state florists in every way possible; the mission of the floricultural depart- ment is to be of service to the practical growers and retail men. Tri-Clty Florists' Club. Probably the prettiest and most elaborate decorations ever seen in Davenport, la., were unfolded at the fourth annual banquet of the Tri-City Florists' Club, which was held at the outing club on the evening of St. Patrick's day when some 16 couples who had bee.a invited sat down to a sumptuous banquet. The tables were placed in the form of a horseshoe and were profuse with cut flowers donated by the members of the club. A bar for the shoe was formed by an orchid vase which defies description, being exquisite in its very conception. At the banquet last year it was thought that the decorations had reached the height of the decorators' art, but it was left for Harry Bills, John Temple, E. O. Boehm and Theo- dore Ewoldt to reach the mark of perfection. Theodore Ewoldt acted as toast- master and speeches and humorous talks were made by various members. Harry Bills, chairman of the commit- tee, did himself proud by his remarks in introducing the toastmaster of the evening, and R. C. Rohlfs sang a song that created no little merri- ment. Wm. Knees won the applause of all the ladies in his speech on be- half of the fairer sex. Supt. Boehm, John Temple and Ludwig Stapp all re- ceived their share of the applause for their talks along humorous lines. After the banquet everyone took part in the ball, and made merry till the wee hours of the morn, all voting the banquet and ball the most en- joyable affair ever held by the club. The committee takes this means of thanking one and all who donated flowers and by their presence made the success that attended the fourth annual banquet. 434 The American Florist. Mar. 26, The American Florist 1885 Twenty-Fifth Year 1910 Subscription. United States and Mexico $1.00 a year: Canada $2.00: Europe and Countries in Postal Union. $2.50. Subscriptions accepted onlyfrom thosein the trade. When sending us change of address always send the old address at the same time. Advertising: rates on application. From the first issue the American Florist has accepted only trade advertisements. Advertisements must reach us Tuesday (earlier if possible), as we go to press Wednesday. We do not assume any responsibility for the opinions of our correspondents. Eastern Representatives: A. F. Faulkner. 1133 Broadway. New Yorlt. KoBT. KiFT. 1725 ChestnutSt.. Philadelphia. Pa. THE AMERICAN FLORIST, 324 Dearborn St.. CHICAGO. THIS ISSUE 56 PAGES WITH COVER CONTENTS. Talks to the customers 425 — Placing shrubs and flowers in the yard. 425 — Plants and the soil they like .,425 —Danger in planting too early 426 — Where roses will grow well 427 The retail trade 42S — Another St. Patrick's day window (illus.) 428 — Suggestions for Easter decorations (illus.) 428 — Easter baskets (illus.) 426. 427 — March flowers in the New York stores. 428 Lilies at Poehlmann Bros. Co. (illus.) .. .429 — Easter preparations in Chicago 430 The carnation 430 — Worms in carnation soil 430 — Carnations carried over 430 American Beauty at the Metairie Ridge Nursery Co. (illus. 1 430 — Carnations in the south 431 Horticultural Society of New York (illus.) 431 Echoes of the rose show 432 Massachusetts Agricultural College (illus.) 433 Trl-City Florists' Club (illus.) 433 Society of American Florists 434 The grapes of New York 4 34 Chicago 436 St. Louis 439 Cleveland 439 Pittsburg 440 Rochester. N. Y 440 Philadelphia 442 Horticulture for women 443 New York 444 Buffalo 444 European horticulture 444 Boston 446 Richmond. Va 446 Indianapolis 447 Albany. N. T 448 Cincinnati 449 The seed trade 450 — Dutch bulb trade 450 — Congressional free seeds 450 — Non-guaranty 450 — Imports 450 Market gardeners 452 — Prices of indoor fruits and vegetables. 452 — Early onions in the southwest 452 The nursery trade 454 —Among the newer deutzias 454 Legal notes 456 — An injunction granted 456 Poisonous tomatoes 456 Baltimore 458 The allied trades 468 — Lord & Burnham Co.. Chicago 468 — A heating question 468 Glen Cove. N. Y 470 Grand Rapids. Mich 472 Memorial Day stock now claims at- tention. We shall be pleased to have Easter tratJe reports from all our readers. Customers will remember that pick- led stock and perhaps buy artificial flowers next time. Society of American Florists. DEPARTMENT OF REGISTBATION, As no objections have been filed, public notice is hereby given that the registration of the rose, Wm. R. Smith, by The Conard & Jones Co., West Grove, Pa., becomes complete. H- B. DOBNEB, Sec'y. March 17, 1910. The fourth annual rose festival will be held at Portland, Ore,, June 6-11. The round trip fare from Missouri river points is $50, tickets good for 90 days. PLAN now for the National Flower .Show which will be held at Boston next March. The preliminary premi- um list appeared in our issue of March 5. In our telegraphic report of the awards at the exhibition of the Amer- ican Rose Society last week, Adolph Farenwald was not credited with the first prizes which he was awarded in classes for 50 blooms of Killarney and 50 blooms of Richmond, the premiums being offered by Henshaw & Fenrich and H. Froment, respectively. The Boston Orchid Show occurs this year, May 26-30, 1910 — don't for- get that. Bunker Hill monument still stands and part of the Common re- mains. The old lady with the spec- tacles is usually very charming at that time of year, with a very reliable east wind for hot days and beans for breakfast every Sunday morning, "I want to know." The Grapes of Ncv? York. IMPOKTANT CONTRIBUTION TO POMOLOGY. The publication of "The Grapes of New York" in the Report of the New York State Experiment Station, Part 2, for the year 1909, by Professor U. P. Hedrick, horticulturist at the station, is a highly meritorious contribution to an important field of American pomol- ogy. It might be inferred from the title of the work that it is only of local value, but such is far from the case as it is in reality of high impor- tance to vitculturists throughout North America, as inferences and deductions can be readily drawn, applicable to the eastern section of the country where grape growing is possible. The scope of the work is clearly stated in the preface as follows: "Brief his- torical narratives of old world and new world grapes; an account of the grape regions and grape growing in New York state, with statistics relat- ing to the grapes, wine and grape Juice industries in this state; a discussion of the species of American grapes, and synonymy, bibliography, economic sta- tus, and full description of all the im- portant varieties of American grapes. In the footnotes will be found brief biographical sketches of those persons who have contributed most to the evo- lution of the grape and to grape-grow- ing in America, and some historical and descriptive notices of certain things pertaining to the grape which do not belong in the text and yet serve to give a better understanding of it, or otherwise add to the completeness of the book. Color plates are shown of varieties which from various stand- points are considered most important." In Chapter IV the author deals clear- ly and comprehensively with the species of American grapes, and follows L, H. Bailey in his specific interpretation of North American vitis and credits 23 species to North America. We, how- ever, are strongly of the opinion that when the genus is critically examined thrQughout North America in the same way that rubus, Crataegus and some other genera have been lately, that a number of new species will be dis- covered, and admitted; and as the ten- dency seems to be with some of our most painstaking botanists to multiply species, when scientific facts point clearly in that direction, it is therefore quite likely that the wild grapes will be further investigated in the near future, and the species increased. The author calls attention to an Im- portant specifiq status amongst grapes, first observed by Professor Millardet of Bordeaux, namely, the value of the diaphraghm as a means of distinguish- ing species. Any horticulturist famil- iar with the wood of the grape has observed that grape canes contain a central pith, and this pith is inter- rupted at the joints by a woody tissue known as the diaphragm. In differ- ent species this diaphragm varies, and is constant in all the individuals that represent the species. In some spe- cies it is (luite thick, in others me- dium, in some quite thin and, in one, entirely absent. There is an excel- lent color plate showing the canes of 10 species, with the position of the diaphragms plainly shown. It is high- ly important that all viticulturists who are aiming at the improvement of the grape, should be familiar with the specific attributes of the various spe- cies from which our cultivated grapes have been evolved, because, as the author says, "The great problem of plant breeding in the future will be to correllate the characters known to exist in the plant being improved," and whilst in the case of the grape, the main factor is the highest qual- ity of the fruit, there is a physical correlation in every part of the plaht that is being improved, commensurate with, or corresponding to, its devel- opment. For example, take the northern Fox grape (Vitis labrusca: The blood of this species is strongly prev- alent in the large majority of the best and most popular American grapes today, and the correlation of its phys- ical qualities in its hybrid offspring can easily be detected, such as the brown pubescence of the leaves under- neath; more or less musky aroma In the fruit, _which is so pleasing to Americans; and other qualities. It Is not probable, judging by past and present experiences, that an all-round first-class variety of grape can be evolved, satisfactory and popular with the American public, in which the blood and physical properties of the northern Fox grape will not be mark- edly present. This should be borne In mind by hybridizers, and in our judg- ment, a great deal of wasted effort may be averted in trying to produce something which may not be adapted to many exacting conditions. Prof. He- drick devotes considerable space re- counting the many determined efforts made by Englishmen, Frenchmen, and others, towards establishing the Euro- pean grape and its varieties, many years since, in eastern America, but which after large expenditure of money and time ended in complete failures. The western section of the continental divide, particularly in Cali- fornia, is the only part of this con- tinent where it will flourish. The color plates, in the work, illus- trating 92 varieties of important American grapes, are superb reproduc- tions. We do not think that human igio. The American Florist. 435 Ingenuity could devise anything- bet- ter. Certainly nothing comparable exists on the same subject. In the body of the work all the leading vari- eties are technically described with numerous historical and other notes. A chapter is devoted to briefly describ- ing or noting "the minor varieties of American grapes;" that is, every vari- ety of American grape that has ever been recorded or brought to light, no matter if it turned out to be worthless. The amount of work involved in the experimentation, investigation, biblio- graphical references and compilation, In this record of American grapes was enormous. The Geneva Experiment Station, the gentlemen who assist- ed In this work, and Prof. Hedrick are to be congratulated in placing, be- fore the world a work which will take Its place in the front rank of Ameri- can pomology. John Dunbak. Meetings Next Week. Baltimore, Md., March 28, 8 p. m. — Gardeners' and Florists' Club of Baltimore, Florists' Exchange hall, St. Paul and Frank- lin streets. Cleveland, O., March 28, 7:30 p. m. — Cleve- land Florists' Club, Progress hall. 2610 De- troit street. I,ake Forest, III., March 30, 8 p. m. — Horticultural Society of Lake Forest, Council Chamber. City hall. Lake Geneva, Wis., April 2, 8 p. m. — Lake Geneva Gardeners' and Foremen's As- Boclation. News building. Pasadena, Calif., April 1. 8 p. m. — Pasa- dena Gardeners' Association. Board of Trade rooms. West Colorado street. San Francisco, Calif., April 2. — Pacific Coast Horticultural Society. Wants, For Sale, Etc One Gent Per Word, Cash with Adv. ror Plant Advs.. See Ready Reference Section. Where aosweri are to be mailed from this office eoclote 10 cents extra to cover postaee. etc Situation Wanted— By young man with twelve years' experience in seed business, both retail and wholesale: can furni-h lefetence. Address Key 475. care American Florist. Situation Wanted— As second gardener or sin ffle banded place: understands greenhouses, lawns and vfgetables: best references; Enirlisb: fliofle. Address Burton. 13 Dixwell Ave., New Haven. Conn. Situation Wanted— As gardener; private; 25 years' expeiience: married, no children: readyfor engagement April 1; be»t of references. Address Max Sterdler. Oconomowoc. Wis. Situation Wanted— By A No. l grower of cut flowers and potted plants; good propagator: Ger- man, 3(> years of age: able to take full charge. have always made a success of it. Address EmERT fRIGGE. 316 Capitol Avenue, North Lansing. Mich, Situation Wanted— By practical grower of cut flowers and pot plants in general; 20 years' expe- rience in Eneland, 3 years in Canada; private or commercial; niariied; middle aged: total ab- Btaioer. Address Henry Tucker. 815 Queen St.. Chatham. Ont., Canada. Situation Wanted— By competent grower of cut flowers and potted plants in general; willing to take charge; or as foreman in an up-to-date com- mercial place: 26 years in the trade: middle age; single, sober, Address Key 461. care American Florist. ffltnation Wanted— On commercial or private place by life experienced grower of roses, carna- tions. 'mums and pot plants in general; capable of taking full charge: age 3): single; best of ref- erences pleas'- state wages and particulars in first letter, Add'oss Chas. Kleinso'rg. 44 S. Oak St . Kansas City, Mo. Help Wanted— Man for carnations and general CTcenbouse work; good potter. G. Van Bochove & Bro.. Kalamazoo. Mich. Help Wanted — A man who is handy with garden and outside flowers; work on shares or salary; state age experience and nationality. Alpha Floral Co.. Kansas City. Mo. Help Wanted— Man for general greenhouse work at once: state wages and experieoce in first letter. .Address A. Bommersbach. Decatur. Ill, Help Wanted— Four rose section men to do potting, shiftinif. planting and help in different sections cutting roses, disbudding, etc.: salary ,$50.00 per month until sccttoo is open. POEHLMANN Bros. Co., Morton Grove III. Help Wanted— At once— working foreman, to take charge of extensive trial gardens of a large Eastern seed house; must thoroughly understand testing and growing seeds, bulbs etc., of all kinds, both under glass and outside reference required: give experience and wages wanted. Address Key 471, care American Florist, Help Wanted— A working practical gardener, bright, active, energetic, rigidly temperate, fa- miliar with steam-beated greenhouses flower gardens and decorative work: a married man, English-speaking: wages tn begin. $75; excellent house, fuel and light. Apply, giving full particu lars and references, to SupT, Allegheny Cfmetery. Pittsburg. Pa. For Sale— Only greenhouses in Hendricks Co, Addess Mrs. B. F, Howell. Danville, Ind. For Sale— 5000 feet of glass with dwelling: no competition: a rapid growing trade; a rare oppor- tunity for a florist of small means. DwiGHT Greenhouses, Dwight. III. For Sale— Four greenhouses and 1 acre or more of land: also hou'c and lot next to same in one of bist cities of Northern Ohio: one of firm re- tiring icason for selling. Address Key 455. care .American Florist. For Sale— One brickset Furman boiler in good shape ; 1 model No, 30-5 good as new. used two winters, very cheap if taken at once: will install larger one in p'ace ot the two. Key 468. care American Florist. For Sale— lU.OOO it. glass in city of l.SOO. in the middle west, established retail business of 25 years: close to four large cities; one of the best locations in the country to build up wholesale business: owners arc engaged in other line of business and cannot give greenhouse personal attention; present owners can handle entire output of purchaser: a splendid opportunity for live energetic man. Address Key 463, care American Florist, For Sale or Rent-40.000 square feet of glass, in good location; ni-eds partial rebuilding; rent accordingly, or will sell at reasonable price. Key 460, care .American Florist. Wanted to Buy or Lease— with privilege of buying, small greenhouse establishment, m June: have $1000 for first payment: Ind.. III., Iowa. Ky,, or Mo. preferred: give full particulars in first letter. Address Key 467, care American Florist, Wanted— Catalogues of Nursfry stock. C. F, Schneider. Z^Ti Walnut St.. Milwaukee Wis. For Sale— Established florist bu«iiness 6000 feet of glass in good condition, stocked for spring trade: ground 100x125 feet in one the best resi- dence districts, towo of 35,001; no opposition in this part of town, 7-room bouse and a bargain at $4,500. The Carnes Greenhouses. Muncie, Ind. WANTED AT ONCE A sober, industrious man for general greenhouse work. Wages $14.00. Address Key 454, care American Florist. Working Gardener Wanted— April 1— for city in Iowa; place within three blocks of main electric car line; man who can grow vegetables and flowers and assume en- tire responsibility for thel^general work on the place. Address Key 472, care American^Florist. Foreman. Situation' wanted by fall-around grower as foreman; Al references. Key 451, care American Florist. FOR SALE. 26,000 sq. ft. of glass, stocked with carnation plants. Also five acres of land to sell or lease. AUGUST ERICKSON, 3437 Foster Ave., Chicago. For Sale Five acres of land and 10,000 feet of glass, seven room 'dwelling house, city water, two street car lines. Houses in good condition. Good reasons for selling. Price rea- sonable. Seven miles from Cleveland. Key 456, care American Florist. NOW READY. New 1910 Edition The Trade Directory FLORISTS, SEEDSMEN AND NURSERYMEN •OF THE- United States and Canada Price: $3.00, postpaid AMERICAN FLORIST CO. 324 Dearborn St., CHICAGO 436 The American Florist. Mar. 26, OUR BEAUTIES are away ahead of any others now in this market. ROSES Fancy Carnations Our Bassetts are the best red in this or any other market. All from grafted plants, making stronger stems and larger buds. Tulips, Valley, Daffodils, Easter Lilies, Asparagus Strings and Sprays, Smilax, and the best Common FernS in this market. BUY DIRECT OF THE GROWER Price List American Beauties Perdoz. Extra long J3 00 24 10 30-inch 2 50 20incli 2 (0 ISinch 150 12 inch 1 00 Pink and White Killarney and Brides Extra long and select, per 100... ■* 00 to $10 00 Good lenpths, per 100 . Medium li.-ngths. per UO. Short lengths (, 10 5 00 300 Richmonds, Maids and Perles Extra long and select, per 100. .. 38 00 Good lengths per 100 (.00 Medium lengths, per 100 .1; 4 00 to 5 00 Short lengths, per 100 3 00 Carnations Per 100 Fancy extra long red 0. P. Bassett $3 00 Fancy white, good stock 4 00 Fancy pink, good stock 3 00 Lily ol the VaUey per 100 $3 00 Single Tulips, white and yellow.. 3 00 Sweet Peas, per 1(0 SO 75 to 1 CO Asparagus Sprays, per ICOO 3 00to 4 fO Asparagus Strings, per string ... 50 Sprengeri, per 100 2 00 to 3 IX) Smilax, per doz Adiantum, per 100,. . ., Galax, bronze per ICOO . Galax, green, per lOOO, . , Ferns, ner 1000 2 00 1 00 1 00 1 00 2 50 Rooted Cuttings; Per ICO lOro CARNATIONS, O. P ,Basselt , . . $6 00 .'?50 00 Winsor 3 00 25 00 Per 1000 ROSES, White Killarney ^Ha 00 Bassett & Washburn store and Office: 76 Wabash Ave,, OHICA.OO Greehhouses; HINSDALE, ILL Chicago. EASTEB PEOSPECTS GOOD. The condition of the market the past week has been very difficult to describe. One day wholesalers were running around picking up stock to fill orders, the next their gtowers were loading them up with stock that had evidently been cut several days and held. Some growers, apparently, will never learn the happy medium between holding a day's cut in hand and holding a week's, putting the commission men to all kinds of in- convenience to look for stock and then dumping old open roses and stale carnations in quantities that can not be handled. As regards the supply of flowers it will be much as we anticipated in these columns. Roses are in good cut, plentiful and of excelled* quality as we supposed they would be, but carnations, and especially white, are on the short side, several growers who have been in full crop reporting a scarcity. We may, of course, look for this kind of report before any holiday but, as out- lined some time ago, the roses had a good rest while the carnations were flowering and just now it is the turn of the roses. The number of short and undeveloped lilies seen around the market indicates if not a short- age, at least no glut, and there will be few good lilies left to sell on Sat- urday night. Bulbous stock is very plentiful, the price of the forced art- icle having been forced down by the large amount of outdoor narcissus coming in from Virginia, southern Illinois and other points. While the quality of this is not, of course, so good as that of the forced stock it is fairly good and answers many pur- poses, consequently customers will take it rather than pay the higher price for forced stock. As to the Eas- ter prospects, they certainly never looked better. City retailers have bought forward with more spirit than usual as their customers have done the same to them and sheaves oi orders from out-of-town points have come in to the wholesalers in ad- vance. Although the weather is of a kind to soften the stock, one hopes for its continuance as it will certain- ly increase the volume of transient trade. Outside the leading lines of stock there is a great variety of small flowers that are always useful at this time. Sweet peas are very variable in quality. There are some good ones, but a far larger number are short and poor. White daisies are superb, fine, pure flowers of excellent sub- stance.. Marigolds, mignonette, fu- chsias, forget-me-nots, pansies and a host of others are in full supply and mostly of good quality. Boxwood is plentiful but all the better kinds of green, such as smilax, Asparagus plumosus and Sprengeri are scarce. Ferns are high and not of the best quality in all cases. Violets are about equal to the demand but soft in many cases, while gardenias and orchids meet with no very spirited demand. American Beauty roses of high grade are scarce, but there is plenty of the small and medium lengths. NOTES. At Peter Reinberg's we noticed some of the finest Beauties on the market, long stems with good foliage and excellent flowers. There is also plenty of medium and short grades. Roses of all kinds are here in large quantities and good, such varieties as Uncle John, Ivory and Sunrise, which are not available everywhere, being well represented here by fine stock of magnificent size and substance. Carnations are good and plentiful, in- deed all stock is in first class condi- tion. Wietor Bros., Wholesale Growers of ..CUT FLOWERS.. 51 Wabash Avenue, CHICAGO. Price List American Beauties, Per doz Extra long $5 00 36-inch stems 4 00 30-lnch steins 3 00 24-inch stems 2 50 20-inch stems 2 00 ISinch stems 1 SO 12 inch stems 1 25 Short 1 00 Per 100 Killarney, extra $ S 00 to $10 00 medium SCOto 6 00 good 5 00 to 6 00 Richmond, extra 10 00 fancy 8 00 good 5 OOto 6 00 Mrs. Jardine, extra 10 OOto 12 00 fancy 8 00 good 6 00 White KUlamey, fancy 10 00 to 12 00 Brides and Maids, fancy 6 00 to 8 00 good 4 OOto 5 00 Uncle John, fancy SOOto 10 OO good SOOto 6 00 Perle. fancy 10 cents ROSES, our selection $4 00 Carnations, extra fancy SOOto 5 00 Easter Lilies, short $2 00 per doz. VaUey 30Dto 4 00 Asparagus Plumosus, extra quality, per bunch 73c Fancy Ferns, per 1000 $2 00 All other stock at lowest market rates. Prices subject to change without notice. No charge for packing. IQIO. The American Florist. 437 Easter Prices Wc have never been so well prepared for whit we believe will be the Busiest Easier on Record. The whole of our vast greenhouse plant is in splendid condition and crops will be at their best for Easter. Our immense new carnation range is producing magnificent stock in great abundance. The flowers were never so good or plentiful and we can truthfully say there are no carnations in the ■world to beat ours. Our Beauty crop is at its height and we shall have large supplies in all grades for E^sister. Not a fe%v but all the best varieties. The crops are large, the quality absolutely perfect. There are no better flowers coming to this or any other market. Send Us Your Orders and they Will be Taken Care of. AMERICAN BEAUTIES Per doz. Extra long stems $6 (X) 30 inch stems 4 00 24 inch stems 3 00 20 inch stems 2 50 15 inch stems 2 00 12 inch stems 1 50 Short stems .- 1 00 Per 100 Richmond,' $ 5 00 to $12 00 KUlamey, 5 00 to 12 00 My Maryland 5 00 to 12 00 Chatenay 5 00 to 10 00 Mrs. Field, oOOto 10 00 Uncle John, $ 5 00 to $10 00 Bride, 5 OOto 10 00 Bridesmaid, 5 OOto 10 00 Ivory, 5 00 to 10 00 Sunrise, 5 OOto 8 00 Perle 5 OOto 8 00 Roses, our selection 4 00 Carnations ' 3 OOto 4 00 Fancy B 00 Harrisii 12 50 to 15 00 Valley 3 COto Violets 75 to Adiantnm Asparagus, per bunch Ferns, per 1000 00 00 00 75 50 2,000,000 TEET OF MODERN GLASS. Peter Reinberg 35 Randolph St., CHICAGO. Harry Rowe had the decorations at the wedding of Miss Wilkowski, daughter of a high official in the First National bank, to Mr. Pick of the Albert Pick Co., March 21. The ceremony took place under a cano- py of wild smilax, palms and Easter lilies. The bridal bouquet was a shower of valley and white roses while the bridesmaids carried bas- kets of pink sweet peas. The tables in the banquet hall were arranged to seat 150 guests and were done in Kil- larney roses. The ballroom was in palms and southern smilax. Mr. Rowe reports business as improving right along and Easter prospects good. A Chicago corporation, under the name of Lord & Burnham Co., has been formed with Geo. F. Sykes, F. S. Munro and Geo. Sykes as incorpora- tors. The company is, of course, con- nected with the New York firm of the same name but has been incor- porated to obtain a local legal stand- ing and for other conveniences. The capital stock is $50,000 and the com- pany is formed to deal in greenhouses, fixtures, horticultural implements, etc. Ground has been secured at Des- plaines for a model factory, particu- lars of which are given in our "Allied Trades" department, page 468. Kyle & Foerster are showing large quantities of excellent Easter lilies both in pots and cut, while ferns in pots are a leading line. This go-ahead firm is certainly handling the goods. At Winterson's Seed Store counter trade in seeds, bulbs and plants is being helped considerably by the fine weather and a busy week is recorded. E. F. "Winterson has been showing a very fine line rf Easter plants, such as rambler roses, azaleas, lilies, li- lacs, hydrangeas and others all week and a big business is reported. Vaughan & Sperry are handling southern bulb stock but the quality can not compare with the forced daf- fodils they are showing. These are certainly fine in every way, so good that they clean up regularly despite the lower price at which they are offering the outdoor stock. Good sweet peas, roses in all the principal varieties and Easter plants are among the showings here this week. Ad- vance orders for Easter foreshadow a record breaking holiday. The Easter show of flowering plants is now open at the Garfield park con- servatory and will continue until April 1. The large house is looking well and the annexes devoted to vari- ous flowering and foliage plants are also in the best of order and gay with color. There are many orchids in 438 The American Florist. Mar. 26, Plenty of Slock for All Occasions rfc £\ CM? C^ No Better Stock KU^C^ in the West. specially strong on Jardine, Maryland, Killarney, Maids, Richmond, Fields, Brides, Kaiserin. Violets «°'"^^^°-"' single. Greens kind". Choice Carnations Our strong point. We lead them all. Fancy Red, White and Pink. Bulb Stock ^" '^ "'^ " large supply. We Satisfy Others. We Can Satisfy You. Special attention given to out=of= town orders. J. a BUDL0NG street, CHICAGO. CUT FLOWERS 37-39 Randolph Street, CHICAGO. WHOLESALE Boses and Carnations CDnwCD nl A Specialty bnUWcH or bloom and the fernery is a pleasant retreat. Gardener John Sells is cer- tainly to be congratulated on having such a fine show with all the difficul- ties he has had to meet. Edward Ladiges, who was up till a short time ago employed in John Mangel's store and since the opening of Thos. J. McNally's store has been employed there, died on Saturday at the County hospital after a very brief illness from pneumonia. Ed. was a good decorator and designer and much liked. His funeral work was marked by strong Individuality and was always striking and good. The body was taken to his home in New York for interment. Poehlmann Bros. Co. is strong on all classes of roses, the quality of the stock now being sent in by Adolph Poehlmann from Plant B at Morton Grove being remarkably fine. The im- mense stock of Easter lilies is going down but there will be plenty for all comers and the quality is excellent. John Poehlmann prides himself, and with just cause, on being able to fill any kind of order of any size. The sweet peas H. C. Blewitt is showing in the Flower Growers' Mar- ket are among the best coming to the city. Mr. Blewitt is going to build a new greenhouse as an addi- tion to his plant at Desplaines. It Is to be 27x150 feet and Geo. Gar- land's newest improved truss con- struction will be used. Probably this will be the first greenhouse of the new style. Geo. Sykes, of the Lord & Burn- ham Co., will address the Lake For- est Horticultural Society, March 24, on greenhouse construction, especially in regard to aspects for various purposes and for securing the full benefit of the rays of the sun. Mr. Sykes' talk will be illustrated by explanatory diagrams prepared by himself and should prove most interesting and instructive. At the J. A. Budlong store roses of excellent quality have been arriv- ing all the week and carnations are In sufficient quantity to meet all de- mands, white being the shortest. Out- of-town trade has been good during the week, also local business and the advance orders for Easter are indica- tive of a good demand. As an instance of how quickly good fresh stock cleans up the tables at . Wietor Bros.' store may be men- tioned. There is great activity when the stock arrives but later in the day «( The Busiest House in Chicago »> 1 fro] IRE us for what you want and %^ \ we will take care of you. J. B. DEAMUD CO. CHICAGO. ice boxes and tables look bare and the amount of stock moved is remarkable. Mrs. Alice Hastings, mother of Mrs. Edwin A. Kanst, died March 23 at Minneapolis. Mrs. Hastings was well known in Chicago, where she often visited, and had a large circle of friends by whom she will be sincerely mourned. Beauties, fine roses of all kinds and Easter lilies are coming in quantity to the store of Bassett & Washburn. This noted firm has once more hit the Easter market just right and a very big shipping trade to all points is as- sured. August Lange, after long and care- ful deliberation, says the horse is behind the auto in every way and has accordingly ordered two new electric machines of the latest model, one for the store and the other for home use. J. B. Deamud Co. is receiving New York sweet peas of good quality and they arrive in fine condition. The white carnations that this l:\ouse is receiving from Hunt Bros, are also especially good. E. C. Amling had a magnificent stock of all lines for Easter. Mr. Amling does not care to prophesy but we think he will be disappointed with anything less than a record breaker this Easter. A fire occurred March 21 in the Flower Growers' Market building on the fifth floor, but beyond a little damage by water no harm was done to the stall holders. Wm. A. Engbrecht. of West Twenty- first street, will build a new store and greenhouse, one story and basement, on Twenty-first place in the near future. C. W. McKellar is handling large quantities of southern bulb stock such as Princeps, Golden Spur and other daffodils, 75,000 flowers arriving one day. A meeting of the Horticultural So- ciety executive committee will be held at the Union restaurant Thursday, March 24, at G p. m., for the fur- therance of fall flower show plans. Vaughan's Nurseries have leased 80 acres additional at Western Springs, adjoining the present property, giving a total nursery area of 150 acres. A. J. Simmons of Sixty-third street and Yale avenue has opened a fine new store and conservatory, just in time for Easter. Zech & Mann's leaders this week are excellent Bride, White Killarney and Richmond roses, callas and ele- gant narcissi. John Kruchten reports a busy week. His rose and carnation stock is excellent and boxwood is still a leading line. Sinner Bros.' roses are in excellent shape now. Carnations are not quite so plentiful but the quality is first rate. C. A. Schnell, late of the Donaldson store in Minneapolis, has returned to his old position with John Mangel. Hoerber Bros, commence work on their new addition to the greenhouse plant at Desplaines this week. H. N. Bruns is investigating auto- mobiles. Visitors: R. A. Smythe, Benton Harbor, Mich.; W. H. Troyer, Elkhart, Ind. jgio. The American Florist. 439 Poehlmann Bros. Co< Office and Salesroom, 33-35-37 Randolph St. Ivong Distance Phone Randolph 35. CHICAGO, ILL. Make up your orders and send them to us. We will send you good fresh flowers and not dissappoint you. If yon run short the last days, wire us. Night letter telegram of 50 words at former night rate price of 10 words, Easter Lilies in Large Quuatity— Cut or in Pots, roMiAv I :i:^*S 1 CK LILICSj Once tried you will have no other. St. Louis. LILT SHORTAGE PKEDICTED. The past week has been a busy one. There was quite a demand for white carnations St. Patrick's day, at top prices. Bright weather has had the effect of bringing on the crop and a good supply is expected for Easter. Carnations from the outlook will hold up well. "Violets are daily getting smaller and the supply less. Many of the growers report they will not hold out till Easter. Sweet peas are coming in and going nicely, the short- age in violets assisting materially. Bulbous stock is coming on well. Lil- ies are expected to ■ be short. It is thought there will be enough roses to go around. NOTES. The Florists' Protective Society, now known as the Retail Florists' As- sociation, held its second meeting last Wednesday at the Washington hotel. Permanent officers were elected as follows: C. O. Sanders, president; Theodore Miller, vice-president; F. C. Weber, Jr., secretary; Robert J. Windier, treasurer. Sixty-five dollars were at once subscribed by members present and letters were received from others willing to support the society. The retailers seem to think that their rights as retailers have been in some way interfered with by wholesalers and they seek satisfaction. The as- sociation will also take up the credit system and in other ways endeavor to uphold the business. A. Jablonsky, of Olivette, has a splendid crop of 2,500 lily plants just right for the Easter market, also a fine crop of carnations which are handled by H. G. Berning. Alexander P. Geranios, manager at F. H. Weber's, took out papers of cit- izenship last week. It is rumored tliat he will take out other equally important papers shortly. Young's Easter display of plants is very fine, lilacs, azaleas, lilies, in fact everything seasonable.. A special dis- play of roses is made. W. J. Edwards and Joe Scheideg- ger are now bringing in some of the finest and longest sweet peas seen in this market. A meeting of the executive commit- tee of the Horticultural Society was held last Tuesday at the Missouri athletic club. Grimm & Gorly have taken the store next door for their Easter plant trade. They are hard up for room at that time, A considerable quantity of flowers were used at the funeral of Ex-Mayor Ziegenheim March 20. The H. J. Weber & Sons Nursery Co. has a fine stock of rhododendrons for Easter trade. W. F. Minneapolis. Miss Whitted opened her new store at Tenth street and Nicolett avenue Mach 21. She will cater to the high- est class of trade for which her lo- cation is eminently suitable. The Radisson Shop Co. opened its new store March 22 with a sale of plants. The ice box and fittings not being complete, cut flowers can not be handled for a few days. Swanson of Nicolett avenue has a magnificent Easter window, the best of stock of all kinds beautifully ar- ranged. Ralph Latham, in Tenth street, is doing a big business in plants, of which he has an immense stock. Oscar Carlson's only regret is that he has not more plants to sell. He could have sold many more had they been forthcoming. s. Cleveland. A BUSY WEEK. The past week has been a busy one. Nearly all retailers report a good St. Patrick's day trade in cut flowers and table decorations. The call for flow- ers for Palm Sunday was exception- ally good up to the Sunday morning when rain put a damper on every- thing. The afternoon, however, turned up bright and warm, the church doings using considerable flow- ers, mostly in white, the demand for white roses and carnations far exceed- ing the supply. Carnations are bring- ing a slightly better price and cleaned up quickly. Considerable stock went to the street fakirs, who did a good business, the bright sunshine bring- ing out many people. Easter lilies liave not been over-plentiful the past week, and indications are that they will be a little short for Easter, par- ticularly in pots. Sweet peas and vio- lets are selling well. "Valley has been a little slow. String smilax is in good demand. Callas are selling fairly well. Calendula, daisies, freesias and lupins sell on sight. NOTES. The firm of Smith & Fetters has been incorporated into a $20,000 stock company, consisting of Frank Monroe Smith, William S. Kruzen, Louis A. Koons, Jr., Timothy Smith and Clar- ence A. Meyers. All of the stockhold- ers except Frank M. Smith were old employes of Smith & Fetters. This firm will be known as the Smith & Fetters Co., and continue at the old stand, A very pretty and attractive east end window the past week was that of Westman & Getz, portraying a woodland scene in spring. Pussy wil- low, birch bark stumps and single violets in pans were arranged with 440 The American Florist. Mar. 26, DO NOT HESITATE To Order at the Last Minute. There will be plenty of stock for all. See Our Price List out will make and keep you customers, dent we can give you every satisfaction. In last week's issue of this paper. Not only will you find our prices right but — the high quality of the stock we send Every order gets our personal attention and wc are confi- We are strong on Roses, Carnations, Bulb Stock, Lilies, in pots or cut) Callas and all Spring Stock. If anyone has it in this Market WE HAVE. VAUGHAN & SPERRY, Iiong Distance Phono, Central 2571 . 52=54 Wabash Ave., CHICAGO. the artistic skill for which this firm is noted. It was an appropriate dis- play and attracted considerable atten- tion. The wholesale florists won the last of the series of five games with the retailers, giving the wholesalers three out of five. Score follows. Retailers. 1st. 23. 3rd. Kruzen . .144 118 179 De Srevart.172 123 166 Crabb . . . .148 142 138 Knoble .. .124 144 99 Russell ...132 143 139 Wholesalers. 1st. 2(1. 3rd. Smith . ..130 107 111 G. Bates. .144 183 145 Guy Bates.151 151 119 H. Bates. 131 126 161 Prledly ..173 158 198 729 725 734 720 670 721 C. M. Wagner's mother died Sat- urday noon of old age, being about 80 years old; she has been sick for some time. The funeral took place on Monday from the home of her son. East Sixty-sixth street. Services were held at the Schifflein-Christi church. C. M. Wagner took Geo. W. Smith and Charlie Gilson out to Mentor to Merkel's place one day this week and they report the place looks fine and they were treated royally, Wagner's automobile hitting only the high places on their return. The past week saw a number of new store openings which helped to clean up considerable stock, the Story & Clark Piano Co. giving roses and carnations to all their friends. The Jones-Russell Co. has jusi re- ceived a new van and same is one to be proud of. Together with their uniformed delivery men it makes an excellent showing. John Leuschner, Rocky River, has opened a retail store at 14704 Detroit avenue in connection with his green- houses and reports a good business. Kirchner's on Quincy street have added an automobile to their equip- ment. C. B. Eugene, Ore. — H. A. Newton is erecting two large greenhouses in South Williamette street, and will also erect a violet house. Huntington, N. Y — There was a very fine exhibition of carnations at the Trade School building March 8, under the auspices of the Horticultural and Agricultural Society. Most of the flowers came from the greenhouses of August Heckscher, W. J. Matheson, H. T. and A. H. Funnell and the Hunt- ington Nursery Co. Beside carnations there were cinerarias, cyclamens, Easter lilies and violets. Pittsburg. PBOSPECTS FOE EASTEB GOOD. The market this last week has been pretty good. St. Patrick's day che- ated a heavy demand for white carna- tions, consequently a number of or- ders had to be cut down, as white were a little off and yet it is re- ported a number of retailers carried over a good many dyed ones; the de- mand for green ones was not as strong as expected. The wholesalers are cleaning up daily on almost every- thing. The prospects for Easter busi- ness looks the "best yet" as a great number of advance orders are coming in. People not holding off until the last minute leads to the belief that business will be good. Stock never was better. American Beauties are selling at stiff prices. Smilax has been very scarce. NOTES. J. W. Dudley, Parkersburg, W. Va., has been in town disposing of his plants, and states that he has cleaned his greenhouses out entirely, which means that he has been going some. Ernest Zieger is going to take a trip to Germany. Mr. Zieger is going to spend this vacation in the way of a rest, and expects to be gone about four months. T. P. Beckert, Neville Isle, states he will have a fine lot of Spanish Iris in blue, yellow and white. This is one of Mr. Beckert's specialties. The department stores are getting into the plant business — some on a very large scale — carrying all the var- ieties and slicing the prices. T. Malbranc, Johnstown, has been laid up with grip but is around again and reports business very good. Miss A. L. Wells, Steubenville, O.. who is touring through the west, will spend Easter in California. Samuel McClements of the Ran- dolph McClements Co., is back from the east. Gilbert Weaklin of the Randolph McClements Co. is reported ill. John Roehrick, Sharon, has bought out Chas. Heinz of that place. p"eter Demas is back from the east. Visitors: Miss McDowell of A. D. Wells Co., Steubenville, O.; Mr. Tas- ker, Walton Floral Co., Rice's Land- ing; E. Bell, Bell Floral Co., Frank- lin; E. J. Fancourt. Pennock & Mee- han Co., Philadelphia. J. Rochester, N. Y. The annual banquet of the cham- ber of commerce was held on March 18, and President Taft was the guest of honor for the occasion. Salter Bros, had the contract for the decorations. Tlie general scheme in color was pink and green. The whole area beneath the ceiling and over the main floor, in front of the gal- lery, was covered with a lattice screen about 10 feet from the ceil- ing. This of course was built in sec- tions on the floor and raised up to its position by pulley blocks. The lattice work was then covered with smilax, from which were suspended drooping racemes of lavender and pink wistarias, which were of course arti- ficial. The front of the galleries and the walls and pillars throughout the auditorium were treated in the same way. The front of the proscenium was banked solidly with palms rest- ing on a base of aspidistras. Sur- mounting the palms was a solid bank of Tausendschon and Dorothy Perkins roses in pots, the pots of course per- fectly concealed. The back of the proscenium was treated in the same way. The banquet table at which the president sat, with other speakers and ofiicers of the chamber of commerce, occupied the center of the stage. The tables were all decorated with large bouquets of pink Killarney roses. About 1,000 men sat down to the ban- quet. Ladies were admitted to the galleries and about 15,000 ladies were present, and as they were all dressed in elaborate toilets the whole effect, with the decorations was one of re- markable brilliancy. Salter Bros, de- serve great credit for their skilful treatment of the decorations. John Dunbab. Lewiston, Me. — Ernst Saunders will erect another greenhouse 200 feet long on his land at Main street this spring. PHILADELPHIA, PA. — Window plants, azaleas, cinerarias, hyacinths and cut roses in great variety were exhibited March 14 at a meeting of the German- town Horticultural Society, held In the lecture room of the Germantown T. M. C. A. Short talks on the plants and flowers displayed were given by Presi- dent Heyl, Secretary George Redles, James G. Scott and Edwin C. Jellett. igjo. The American Florist. 441 Cut Flowers | E. H. HUNT FOR ALL OCCAIIOMS. FLORISTS* SUPPLIES TOO. SEND rOR PRICE LIST. 76 Wabash Avenue, CHICAGO. Mention the American Florist when writing KYLE & FOERSTER, W. p. KYLE. 5\ Wabash Ave., -CONSIGNORS SOUCITED. Wholesale Florists. L, D. Phone Raodolph 3619. JOSEPH FOBRSTSS CHICAGO E.G.AMLIN6 THB LARGEST, BEST EQUIPPED, MOST CBNTRALI/Y LOCATED WHOLESALE CUT FLOWER HOUSE IN CHICAGO. 32. 34, 36 RANDOLPH STREET, CHICAGO. L. D. 'Fbones Central 1978 and 1977. GHAS. W. McKELLAR, 61 Wabaah Ay^a. CHICAGO. ORCHIDS A Specialty Fancy Stock in Peonlei, Valley. Roses, Beauties, Camanons and a full line olall Cntnowers,Greoi», Wire-Work and horlsts' SnppUes. Send lor Complete Catalo^ae. HOEfiBEfi BROS. Wholesale Growers of Got Flowers, Telephone Randolph 2758. Greenhouses: DES PLAINES, ILL. Store: 51 Wabash Avenue CHICAGO Quality Counts.. Let us liave Tour next order for Ro«e« and Camationa and other Seasonable Floweri. JOHN KRUCHTEN, Bl Wabash Ave.. cmcAoo. CROW£RS*"SHIPPERS , ruT FLOWERS ^» 59 WABASH AVE. '■^' B^Of(ECENT°RAkMl lMMtDlATE\ DOIVQUIS WffiTOR BROS Si*;,* Cut riowera AH teleerapb and telephoae crderi giytk prompt attention. 51 Wabash Ave.. CHICAGO WesaleJIowerMwKeU Chicaqo. Mar. 23. Roses. Beauty, extra select ... 6 00 35in 500 30in ■too ■■ 18in 3 50 •• 15in 150 •■ Short 100 Per 100 " Bride. Bridesmaid, select.. 8 C0©1200 medium 4 00© 6 00 ■• Killarney. select 6 00012 00 medium and short 4 00 Mrs.Jardine 4 00@12 W '• Mrs. Potter Palmer 8 00 Mt Maryland 8 00 •■ Perl. 7 00 •• Ricbmend 4 00©12 00 " Uncle John „^.^ 92 .. White Killarney, select .... 8 00010 OO medium 4 GO© 6 00 Carnations, select fancy 3 00® 5 00 common and splits ... 1 00© 2 00 Callas perdoz.. 150 „^ ^ „ Hyacinths. Roman 2 CO© 2 SO Lilium Harrisii ...perdoz.. 2 00 15 00 Lily «f the Valley 3 00© 4 00 Mignonette 3 OOa 8 OO Narcissus 2 00© 3 00 Orchids per doz.. 6 00© 9 00 .„ Sweet Peas «@ 1 00 Violets 35© SO Adiantum per 1000. ,„^ 1 50 AsparagusPlum. strings. each. 60® 75 •■ sprays 3 00© 4 00 Sprengeri.. 3 00© 4 00 Boxwood, per bunch.. 35«: percase. 7 50 Ferns per 1000. 2 00 Smilax 1 SO Zech&Nann Wholesale Florists Room 2 18, 51 Wabash Ave., CHICAGO Telephone, Central 3284. GEO. REINBERG, "SSX^ Cut Flowers CHOICE AMERICAN BEAUTIES. .We will take care of your orders at reason- able prices. Prompt attention. SI Wabash Ave., CHICAGO, ILL. Sedalia, Mo. — The Archias Floral Co. filed articles of Incorporation March 16 with a capital Steele of $5,000. The officers of the company are: L. H. Archias, president; H. J. iPotomkin, vice-president; M. T. Slane, secretary. ffinlersotfs 45-47-49 Wabash Ave. CHIC/IGO. Long Distance Phone Central 6004. Last Call Cut Flowers, Plants, Florists' Supplies Everything You Need. Wire, Write, Phone. KENNICOTT BROS. WHOLESALE CUT FIOWKHS 48-50 Wabash Ave., U D. Phone, Central 466. Chicago We will have aaytbine in the line of CUT FLOWERS and GREENS that you may want if anybody has It.al Chicago market prices on day of shipment. A. L. Randall Co. 19-21 Randolph St., CHICAGO. L. D. Phone Central 1496. Private Exchan^ All Departments. If you do not receive our price list regularly send for it. 442 The American Florist, Mar. 26, American Beauf ies Lily ofthe Valley, Carnations and all Tea Roses, In lots of one hundred to one thousand. Phone or wire us, WELCH BROTHERS, ^,.J^« s. Boston, Mass. Grafted and Own Root Rose Plaots Ki larney, Richmond, My Maryland, White Killarney, (Waban strain), Kaiserin, Bride and Bridesmaid - Send for Prices - W. H. Elliott, Brighton, Mass. RICE BROTHERS Wholeaale nsrista and 9ap»Ila. 115:n. 6th St., MINNEAFOUS, MINM. Cat nower* receirsd twice daily. Caa fill t*ut •rders to your satisfaction. Also headquarters for Wind Snulax, Boacwood, Galax Leaves, Hardy Fancy Ferns. Prices quoted OD large quantities. Mention the American Florist when writixig THE MUNK FLORAL CO. Wholesale Growers 'of CUT FLOWERS Columbus, Ohio Mention the American Florist when writing Wellaod&Olinger 128 E. Third St., CINCINNATI, 0. holesBlc Growers aad Shippers af Cut Flowers. W Philadelphia. PU3TTY OF EASTEE LILIES. The Easter rush is upon us and all is hustle and hurry. Palm Sunday was a lovely day but there was not much church for the craft. Some had their places In apple pie order as was the case at Harris' where not a stroke of work was done, all the employes being dressed in their best and standing guard in the various houses, to keep the crowds moving that now make an annual visit to admire the wealth of blooming plants. At midnight on Sun- day the entire force pitches in and packs orders for out-of-town and have them ready for the early call of the express wagons. This has been the custom for years and will continue under the new proprietors. It was thought Easter lilies would be very scarce but the market appears to be softening a little at this writing; 12 cents per bud and flower has been the pot price. Carnations are advancing as is usual and vfill sell at from $4 to $6 per 100; other stock will remain at much the same prices. This city is famous as a plant center and about all the prominent florists within a ra- dious of 100 miles or more have paid visits to this city and much of the cream of the stock is shipped out of town. NOTSs. At the gardeners' dinner last week Fred Kelsey made the speech of the evening. Robt. Craig had said that in England where gardening had reached its greatest perfection the gardener was the chief man of the estate. Mr. K^elsey, recounting his large experience with the owners of large estates in this country, said that many of them placed great confidence in the men in charge and those were most success.- ful who had given thought and stud- ied up the requirements and had a general knowledge, that it was possi- ble for all bright men to acquire. He pictured in glowing colors the future of the gardener in the immense num- ber of beautiful places that would soon equal in magnificence those in HOLTON&HIJNKELCO. Wholesalers of Fresh Flowers 462 Milwaukee St., MILWaUKEE, WIS. We^e HowerMM'KeU Boston, Mar, 23. Per 100 Roses. Beauty, best 35 00@ 60 00 medium 25 00@,^0 00 culls 500@1000 " Bride, Bridesmaid 3 00® 6 00 ■■ Extra 6 00010 00 Carnations „„^ ^ 99 selected 4 00@ fS 00 Callas 8 00016 00 Cattleyas 50 00075 00 Ulium Longiflorum 10 00@I2 OO Lily of the Valley 2 00@ 4 00 Smilax 12 00016 00 St. Louis. Mar. 23. Roses, Beauty, long stems 25 00035 00 medium stems. ...15 OO02O 00 short stems 4 000 6 00 Bride, Bridesmaid 4 000 8 00 Chatenay 5 000 8 00 Killarney 5 000 S 00 My Maryland 5 000 6 CO Richmond 5 000 8 00 Carnations 2 000 2 50 fancy 3 00(7 4 CO Caltes 12 00 Easter Lilies 12 50015 CO Jonquils 1 50w) 2 00 Narcissus 2 OOS) 2 50 Sweet Peas 25© 60 Adiantnm 1 SO Asparagus Sprengeri 2 000 3 00 Smilax 12 50015 00 Cincinnati. Mar. 23. Roses, Beauty 2 00© 6 00 Bride, Bridesmaid 3 000 8 00 Golden Gate 3 00® 8 00 Killarney 4 00010 00 Richmond 4 00010 00 Carnations 2 00@ 3 00 Callas 12 50 Daisies 50 Hyacinths, Miniature Dutch 4 00 Roman 3 00 Lilium Longiflorum 15 OO Lily of the Valley . 4 00 Narcissus, Paper White 3 00 Sweet Peas 500 75 Tulips 3 00® 4 00 Violets, single and double 1 000 1 50 Adiantum 1 00® 1 50 Asparagus Sprongeri. per bch. 25 &nilax 12 50*20 00 Milwaukee. Mar. 23. Ros«s,-Beauty 1 50® 5 00 • Bride, Bridesmaid 4 00®l(i 00 ■ Killarney 4 00012 00 ■' Liberty, Chatenay 2 000 8 00 •' Perle 4 OO01O 00 " Richmond 4 00012 00 Carnations 2 00® 6 00 Freesias 3 00 Lilium Giganteum 15 Oil Longiflorum 1.5 OO Lily of the Valley 3 000 4 00 Narcissus. Paper White 2 OOa- 3 00 Trumpet Major 3 06 Von Sion 3 010 4 00 Sweet Peas 50ai 1 50 Tulips : .., 3 00 Violets 75© 1 00 Adiantum 1 50 Asparagus per string, S0@ 60 *' Plumosus. per bunch. 50 " Sprengeri, " " 35 Ferns. Fancy per 1000 2 50 ■ the old world. He said that money would be spent without question when the proper results were shown and it behooved the present and coming gen- eration of gardeners to study and leave no stone unturned in their search for the knowledge necessary to enable them to grasp the opportuni- ties when they were presented. ^ji,ji.,ii.ii.,i.ji,.(i.a..ii.».«i.jit.n.iK,it.ii.ii..ih,ii.,it.n.ii.jii.u.jj THE J.M.McCuilouih's Sons Go., Wholesale GommlssioB Florists. CONSIGNMXNTS SOUCTTID. Special atteatioo given to Shipping Orden. ^ Jobbers of FLORISTS' SUPPLIES^ SEEDS and BULBS. Pric List oa Application. 316 Walnut St, CINCINNATI, OHIO. ; Phone Main 584. imM|p,„'i|.^,,'«ni"i».u'«l"l»-«"i,'«-ii',|r'w-»i„(p'o',,r.p^ Mention the American Florist when writing H. G.BERNING, Wholesale Florist, 1402 Pine St. ST. LOUIS. Ma Mention the Avierican Florist ichcii icritirii^ C. A. KUEHN, Wholesale Florist, 1122 Pine SU, ST. LOUIS, MO. A Complete Line of Wire DeslgoM. WM. C. SMITH Wholesale Floral Co. WHOLESALE FLORISTS Both L. D. Phones. ST. LOUIS, MO. Supplies and Everything in Season always on hand Floral Philadelphians are a trifle chesty just at this time; those of us who had the good fortune to attend the National Rose show in New Tork last week and saw the way their brethren carried off the prizes, all the firsts for entries in which they com- peted, had good cause to pat each other on the back and say "We are the people." John W^alsh Young, Myers & Samtman, Robert Scott & Son, Adolph Farenwald, Teddy Towill, who was second on Richmonds with his magni- ficent vase of blooms only because his neighbor, Mr. Farenwald, had them just a shade better. Farenwald's Kil- . larneys were superb blooms. Wm, Geiger of Oak Lane, and Robert Scott & Son. It was a clean sweet sweep and the trade of the Quaker city has indeed cause to be proud of its grow- ers. The two vases of Richmond en- tered by Messrs. Farenwald and Towill were the feature of the exhibition, such quality in red roses was never exhibited before. K. jgio. The American Florist. 443 Roses Our stock of Roses is hard to beat for quality. Our crop, and a large supply insures best selection. Out growers are in with heavy leaders are PINK and WHITE KILLARNEY, MARYLAND. RICHMOND, KAISERIN. THE LEO NIESSEN CO., who.e^s"^cM'oSsT,? i209'°ir?i.siree.. Philadelphia. Pa. Exclusive Agents For BECKERT'S SPANISH IRIS Blue Now Yellow— Whlt« Next Week, 937 Liberty Avenue, PITTSBURG. Pittsburg Florists' Exchange Wholesale Cut Flowers Everyihing Seasonable Headquarters for Ferns. Gatax. Leucothoe and Wild Smilax. and carry a large supply of the best on hand at all times. We quote the following interesting prices on small or large quantities. Ferns, fancy and jdaKgers.$1.25 per 1000 Galax, green and bronze 65c per 1000. Leucothae, green and bronze 65c per 100. Wild Smilax, large cases. $4.50 per case. 15 Diamond Square, PITTSBURG, PA. Horticulture for Women. Laura Blanchard Dawson, ot Jama- ica Plain, was the lecturer, March 5, 1910, before the Massachusetts Horti- cultural Society, speaking- on "Horti- culture as a Profession for Women." The stage was decorated with eight splendid specimens of Dendroblum nobile virginalis, from the conserva- tories of Dr. C. G. Weld. There was a large attendance, particularly , of ladieSj and Miss Dawson's talk was listened to with close interest. Miss Dawson dwelt upon the growing im- portance of women's work in horti- culture. One of the earliest women gardeners in this country was a Miss Lamballe, of South Carolina, in the middle of the seventeenth century. Abigail Adams was a successful gar- dener. Many women have written books on horticulture. Previous to 1880 there were six women members of the Massachusetts Horticultural Society; now there are many. There are phases of horticultural work for which women are particu- larly fitted, said Miss Dawson. In Germany there are five horticultural schools, conducted by women. The first of these was started about 20 years ago. The best paid work in German horticulture is teaching gar- dening in the sanatoriums, where gar- dening is a part of the occupation of the patients. In England there are two good horticultural schools exclu- sively for women. About 80 pupils are graduated each year. One of the most important of horticultural pur- suits is the growing of flowers for the retail trade. One to succeed in this line must have executive ability. In the middle west it is the common cus- tom to have women to make up wreaths, wedding decorations, etc.. Pittsburgh Cut Flower Co., ^ holesale Florists and Growers« The House that has and sells good goods at fair prices. Salesrooms, 222 Oliver Ave. PITTSBURGH, PA. Choice Assortment of CXJT FLOWERS will be found here. WRITE FOR PRICES. W. E. McKissicK ^ Bros. WHOLESALE FLORISTS . Business Hours 7 a. m. to 8 p. m. 1619-1621 Ranstead St., PHILADELPHIA, PA. Absolutaly The Best Poaifible Service. YloMe Rower M^rKete Philadelphia. Mar. 23. Per 100 Roses. Beauty, extra 35 00@50 00 first 15 0e@20 00 Brides and Maids 6 00@10 00 • Tea 6 00@10 00 ■' extra 12 00@20 00 Carnations 4 00@ 6 00 Cattleyas 50 00@75 00 Lilium Harrisii VZ 00@15 00 Lily of the Valley 4 00@ 5 00 Mignonette 4 00@ 5 00 Sweet Peas 75® 1 DO Violets, single 75@ 1 OO double 75@ 1 00 Smilax 15 U0a20 00 Daffodils 2 OOai 3 00 Tulips 2 OOS/ 5 00 ."Vsparasus 1 00® 1 50 Callas ,, 12 OOttlS 00 Pittsburg, Mar. 23. Per 100 Rotes,' Beauty, special 25 O0@40 00 extra 15 00@«) OO ■■ No. 1 8 00@12 00 Bride. Bridesmaid 4 00@10 00 Chatenay 4 00@10 OO " Killarney... ^ 00@10 OO " MyMaryland 4 00@10 OO Richmond 6 00@15 00 Carnations 4 00@ 5 00 Callas 1"* 50 8 attleyas'. '.'.'.'.'. '.'.*.'.'.'.'.".;'.'.'."'.'."!s0 00©60 W ypripediums IS 00 Daffodils 3 00© 4 00 Gardenias 35 00@50 00 Hyacinths. Romans 2 00 Lilac, white per bunch, 1 00@1 50 Lilium Longifiorum 12 00 Lily of the Valley 4 00 Mienonette 4 00 Narcissus 3 00@ 4 00 Pansies 2 00 Primroses 503) 75 Sweet Peas 50@ 1 00 Tulips 3 00 Violets, double 7S@ 1 OO single 25a) 50 Adiantum 1 SO AsparagusSprengeri, per bunch. 50 strings... per string. 50 " sprays. ..per bunch, 50 Smilax 15 00 florists insisting that women have bet- ter taste and skill in this line than men. In addition to high scientific knowledge, to succeed In growing flow- ers for the wholesale trade, one must have good health and tremendous nerve force. Women can make a suc- cess of raising orchard fruits, espe- cially if they have in connection with it a plant for putting up fruit in cans. Women have also successfuly grown fancy vegetables for market. The average woman should not attempt such work as raising plants for land- scape gardening. The growing of laerbaceous plants, however, affords an opportunity for women. Miss Dawson then said that no woman should attempt landscape gar- dening without possessing more than the average strength. To do a week's work in an ofiBce on plans, following this with a month in the field, is not easy for any woman. The woman landscape gardener must know archi- tecture, grading, draining, the tech- nique of planting and have a great sense for color and form. There should be opportunities for women as consulting gardeners. In small towns, where there are many small places kept by some gardener who looks after several of them, there would be an improvement in the gar- dens if they were looked after, in the busy season by some skilled gardener, who may not have the strength to do more strenuous work. Other oppor- tunities for women in horticul- ture are In caring for school gardens and in writing on horticul- tural topics. There are opportunities for women to learn horticulture In private horticultural schools and In the state agricultural colleges. A school of horticulture for women ex- clusively is soon to be opened near Philadelphia, and students at Welles- ley and Smith colleges may take hor- ticultural courses. In conclusion. Miss Dawson warned her hearers that no woman should undertake to enter hor- ticultural work for profit unless she has strength, health, ability and some capital. 444 The American Florist. Mar. 26, New York. A QTJIET WEEK. The past week was quiet as to busi- ness with a little more life in the mar- ket on Saturday. The rose meeting and exhibitors brought a number of well known men to the city and they took advantage of the opportunity to look in on the wholesale district. Tak- ing the exhibition, the banquet and at- tending visitors, the events of the week were Interesting. This week, the hustle and bustle of Easter prep- arations are in full swing. Authori- ties agree that there will be much fine stock. With good stock the next great desire is for good weather. Un- der favorable weather conditions we look for a record breaking business. St. Patrick's day was a great holiday with a great parade but it made no great impression on the florist trade. There were shamrocks and dyed flow- ers but we noted few of the latter be- ing worn by genuine Irishmen. At the Florists' Club banquet there was a good display of flowers, but not $10,000 worth; which is the way a lo- cal daily paper puts It. March 21. — There is little change in the condition of the market. Every- thing is being held back for Easter. NOTES. Alexander Trumpere, father of Wm. Trumpere, buyer for Small's New York store, died at Stapleton, S. I., on March 11. He was 84 years old and had long been a prominent resident of Staten Island. The Easter flower show at the Pros- pect park greenhouses has been vis- ited by a large number of people since the opening March 20. The show of flowering plants of all kinds Is un- usually good. J. H. Small of Washington, D. C, was In the city during the week but business engagements prevented him from remaining for the exhibition. An Interesting and encouraging fea- ture of the recent exhibition was the large attendance of local retailers. They evidently enjoyed It. Kessler Bros., the exclusive plants- men of Twenty-eighth street, have a great stock of lilies, azaleas, daisies and other Easter plants. Buftalo. SOME GBOWEES SUSPECTED OP PICKUNQ. March weather In all Its different varieties has been with us the past week ending with an ideal Saturday. Trade has been quiet which Is always expected at this time with the ex- ception of funeral work. The death of one of our most prominent rail- road officials gave S. A. Anderson a tremendous amount of work, also W. J. Palmer & Son, both stores being In the railroad office district. Among the orders of Anderson was a blanket of violets, carnations and lily of the valley, an immense mound of lilies and Richmond, together with several other pieces of large proportions. Stock the latter part of the week was scarce, no doubt owing to the usual attempt to keep flowers too long be- fore a holiday and perhaps losing a fair price. A little cold storage Is good for some things but not too much of it for anything. NOTES. Joe Sangster of the northeast side has made all arrangements for a good supply to accommodate that fast growing section which is thickly populated with flower-buying people. B. S. Myers, superintendent at W. J. Palmer & Sons, Lancaster, says he never had a finer lot of lilies, bulb stock, azaleas and roses, with carna- tions plentiful. George Asmus of Chicago was a visitor last wek, full of hustle, as all ' are from the big city. The national census will not be taken until George returns. L. H. Neubeck Is well prepared for Easter and Chas. Schoenhut of Wil- liam street has a good lot of stock. W. J. Peake of Broadway always has a big trade from St. Mary's and the other churches in that vicinity. Wm. Scott Co.'s and G. F. New- lands' lilies are not as tall as they should be but other stock is fine. W. J. Palmer and W. F. Kasting were busy in New York, the former as judge at the rose exhibition. Schwerdt & Berner, of Porks, have their usual stock of azaleas, hyacinths, tulips, etc., in good shape. There are several events on the calendar for next week which will keep the florists busy. W. J. Palmer & Son and S. A. An- derson will be able to wholesale a lot of stock. C. F. Christensen, of Eggertsville, has a fine lot of lilies and other Easter plants. BISON. European Horticulture. FROM THE FEENCH TRADE PAPERS. "Should fruit trees be pruned the year of planting?" is a question on which doctors disagree most vlgor- orously. As to fruits with kernels, like the peach, opinion Is almost unan- imous that even planted fairly late in spring, there is an advantage in prun- ing the same season, 1. e., the end of March. On the contrary, seed fruits like the apple and pear, are more open to discussion, and a learned French horti- culturist, M. Pierre Passy, solves the question as follows: When trees have been planted under the best condi- tions,, dug when dormant without In- juring the roots, planted October to January In well-prepared and en- riched soil, they may well be pruned at the end of March. The trees will not suffer and a year will have been gained in their development. When, however, for any reason, conditions have been unfavorable, planting late, rootlets dried, maimed or frosted, or the soil badly prepared, only a slight shortening of the branches should be undertaken, though by this process a year's development be lost. A second objection to the non-pruning system is that the young trees sometimes begin to bear too early and so sap their vi- tality. The Haarlem Flower Show. — The exposition which will take place at Haarlem this spring Is one of peculiar interest. It celebrates the fiftieth an- niversary of the General Society of Bulb Growers; the grounds have been furnished by the city of Haarlem, near the wonderful Haarlem wood, the trees of which are unrivalled In all Europe. Through August and Septem- ber last, nurserymen of Boskoop, Naarden, Alameer and other centers, were busy making their plantations, some quite formal others In land- scape style. Bulbs to the number of one million have been planted and will make a continuous and Interest- ing show for weeks. No florist or plant lover who will be In Europe In April and May should miss this oppor- tunity. Hellanthus Daniel Dewar is a variety of H. multlflora, stiff, stalked, more branching than the type, bushy, three to four feet In height; leaves al- ternate, rather far apart; flower stalks one to two feet long, bearing terminal flowers three to four inches In diameter, bright yellow In color with wavy pointed petals. Begins to bloom In July or August, and contin- ues until frost. Both for habit and bloom this is the best of all the hellan- thusea. Populus lasiocarpa is a new member of the poplar family, from central Chirfa, and a very showy one. It at- tains from 12 to 35 feet, and its leaves, heart shaped, 9 to 12 Inches broad by 16 inches long, are brilliant green, while the stem, the median and other principal veins are of a superb red. It promises to be a most effective plant for landscape work, it being singularly ornamental, especially as single speci- mens. The new hardy carnation. Countess Knuth, a Danish novelty, should be a great acquisition. It has pure yel- low flowers two to r% inches in diam- eter, borne on stems two feet in length; quite hardy, and unsurpassed in freedom and season of bloom. Planted out In the fall one foot apart, the young cuttings bloom the first year and give a marvelous quantity of bloom the second. To keep lilac flowers, which have been forced, it is important that they do not pass the night in a room which has been heated during the day. If at night the sprays are separated, the stems cut and placed in slightly salted water In a cool place, the flowers may be kept in good condition for a week or more. Phoenix Roebeleni. — This is the most delicately graceful of the palms that are suited for rooms; its charm- ing, finely cut foliage and its exceed- ingly dwarf habit adapt it for use In small apartments while, even in the greenhouse, good specimens seem nev- er to attain to more than four feet Id height. A Double Hardy Aster. — The first double hardy aster, Beauty of Col- wall, Is an English novelty. The flowers are entirely double, with no yellow disk whatever, and of a pretty mauve blue shade. Any desirable new September and October blooming per- ennial is sure of a welcome. Sidalcea Rosy Gem. — This Is a hardy perennial which merits a place in the border or landscape garden. It grows about four feet high, bearing abundant spikes of rich bright pink flowers, showy in the garden and well adapted for cutting. New Rose Aviateur Blerlot. — (hy- brid Wichuraiana). Flowers saffron yellow, center golden yellow, medium size, double. Very strong climber, shining dark green foliage, flowers In corymbs. The best yellow of this class. Rose Jonkheer J. L. Mock. — The new Dutch rose, Jonkheer J. L. Mock, continues to make a sensation in Its native land. This rose, which In many respects resembles La Prance, has re- ceived several medals and certificates. Philadelphus Lemolnei Etolle Rose has small, fine foliage and flowers In panicles at the tips of the branches, large petals elongated, purplish pink at the base, fading toward the center of the flower. Delicately fragrant. Viburnum utile Is a very early blooming member of this large family. The foliage is lustrous, dark green; the flowers are pure white, abundantly produced, and the plant very grace- ful in appearance. Viburnum Henryi, especially grown for Its prodigality of coral-colored ber- ries, is very ornamental. Its shining green, lanceolate leaves are very strik- ingly marked along the middle vein with yellow. Rose, White Ceclle Brunner. — (poly- antha.) A sport of Ceclle Brunner, retaining all its good qualities! Pur? white, chamois and sulphur yellow flowers are found on the same plant. Madame Joseph Gouleau. — (hybrid tea.) A sport of La Prance of 89, which. Instead of vermilion. Is the most beautiful white. Said to be one of the most Important novelties. igio. The American Florist. 445 i889 Telejtbone 167 Madison Sqnare. J. K. ALLEN, lOlO Wholesale Commission Florist, EstabUshed 1887. NEW YORK CITY. 106 West 28th Street, Open the year around to receive shipments of Cut Flowers. Open Svery Morning at 6 a. m. Prompt Returns To Shippers A. L. YOUNG & CG.„l*L*.lan(iManhattan Flower Market/ll».S«:r WHOLESALE FLORISTS. Consignments of Choice Cut Flowers Solicited. Prompt Payments. Give Us a Trial Traendly £ Scbenck, WHOLESALE FLORISTS, NEW YORK. 44 WIST 28tll STREET, nsnes, 798 and 799. Young & Nugent, Telepbone 2065-2066 Madison Sqaare. 42 West 28th Street, To out-of-tov\rQ florists We are in the Heart of And give' special attention to steamer and Theater orders. Prompt deliveries and best stock in the market. New York Wholesale Florist CBAEES MILUNG On the ground floor of New York Cut Flower Co. and Cut Flower Exchange, 26th Street and 6th Avenue and lUB^VS/ ^\fr\WhM^ 444 6th Avenue, PIC TV lUKIV Open from 6 a.m. t* i p.m. Til* "Bab" of he Wbolesale District. Alexander J. Guttman, THE WHOLESALE FLORIST OF NEW YORK 34 WEST 28th STREET, PHONES, 1664-1665 MADISON SQUARE ENOUGH SAID. Roses, Carnations and all kinds of Seasonable Flowers in Stock. WM. F. KASTING CO.=i^ Florlsts' Supplies and Wire Designs. August Millang WHOLESALE FLORIST 41 W. 28th St., NEW YORK N.Y. Gut Flower Exchange Coogac BIdg., 6th Ave.&W. 26th St„ New York. Open for Cut Flower Sales at 6 o'clock Every Mornine. Desirable Wall Space to Rent lor Advertising. V. S. DORVAL, Secretary. B. S. Slinn, Jr. WHOUESALE FLORIST 55 and 57 W. 26th St., NEW YORK Telephones: 4620 4621 3864 Madison Sq. ^/irkl FTC CAKNATIONS V I VLEZ, I 9 AND ROSES ShlcpinE Orders Receive Prompt Attention. ALFRED H.L4NGJ AH R WHOLESALE FLORIST, 55 W. 28tli Street, NEW YORK. All flowers in season. Consignments of class stock solicited. ->hoaes4626 and 4627 Madison Sjnare ¥toMeHo¥grMM'l^U New York. Mar. 23. Roses, Beauty, special 40 OOSiSO 00 fancy 25 00ffi3U 00 No.l 15 00@20 00 No.2 3 OOS 500 Bride. Bridesmaid, special. 6 Ou8) S OJ extra and fancy 3 Of'8) 5 00 Killarney. special 8 00®10 OJ e.vtra and fancy. 6 00® 8 00 No.l and No. 2. 2 00@ 4 00 My Maryland 4 00»10 10 Rictimond 3 00^15 00 Carnations 50® 2 00 Callas perdoz.. 1 00® 1 25 Cattleyas 25 00^60 00 Gardenias ...perdoz.. 1 25® 3 50 Hyacinths 1 00® 1 25 Lilium LongiHorum 5 00®IO 00 Lilvol the Valley 1 00® 2 50 Mignonette.. per doz.. 25® 1 00 Swei-t Peas. per doz. bunches. 50® 1 00 Violets 25® 40 Buffalo. Mar. 23. Roses, Beauty, special 6 00 " " fancy 4 00 extra 3 00 Bride. Maid. Killarney 6 00015 00 Carnations 2 5)@ 6 00 Callas 10 00012 00 Daffodils 2 00@ 4 00 Daisies 1 00® 3 00 Hyacinths. Romans 2 00® 3 00 Jonquils 3 00@ 4 00 Lilium Longiflorum 12 00@15 00 Lily of the Valley 3 00® 4 Mignonette .. 2 CO® 4 00 Myosotis per bunch 15®25 Ferns 2 00 Galax 150 Leucoihea 75 Boxwood per case. 7 50 Sweet Peas 51@ 1 00 Narcissus. Paper Whites 2 00@ i 00 TuliPb 2 00@ 3 00 Murilla 4 OOo) 5 (0 Violets 75® 1 25 Smilax 15 00 .Asparagus Str 50® 60 FORD BROS., Recelveri and Shtpperi of Fresh Flowers 48 West 28th St. , N EW YORK. Teleobone 3870 -3871 Madiioo Sauaro ALBION, MICH. — A. H. Dew held his annual spring- opening at his green- houses this week and an exceptionally fine lot of plants have been on exhi- bition. Moore, Hentz & Nash, WHOLESALE COMMISSION FLORISTS 55 and 57 West 2eth Str»*«, Telephone No. 756 Madison Square. NEW YORK. Mention the American Florist when writing HORACE E. FROMENT WHOLESALE COMMISSION American Beauty Roses a specialty. Roses, Violets, Carnations, Valley, Lilies, Etc. 57 West 28tti St., NEW YORK CITY Telephones: 2200 and 2201 Madison Square. Walter F.Sheridan WHOLESALE FLORIST , Telephones: 3533 and 3533 Madlsoa Sq, 39 West 28th St., NEW YORK> FLOWERS SHIPPED BY JOHN I. RAYNOR Are the best praduct of the best growers for the New Yorlc market. Adiantiun Croweanum sold here exclusirely. 49 West 28th St., NEW YORK Tt'lephon* 1998 Madison Square. KESSLERBROS. 50 W. 28th St., NEW YORK. CUT FLOWERS Wholesale Plantsmen and Florists. Phone 2336 Madison Shipments Everywhere. Promnt and satisfactory. ConsiKDments solicited. 446 The American Florist, Mar. 26, Boston. TRADE GOOD. Trade has been good the past week in many lines. The weather has' been favorable and stock has come in free- ly. Violets are falling off rapidly. Carnations are evidently being held back somewhat as they were plenti- ful the early part of the week but quite the reverse the latter part. Roses are plentiful, the only shortage being in the best grades. Killarney, Maryland and Chatenay are all com- • ing with better stems and color. Beauties are off and the outlook is bad for Easter. There is an abun- dance of high grade sweet peas com- ing in, and they sell on sight. Snap- dragon is at its best now and sellS fairly well. Easter lilies have been plentiful to date. Quite a few of the growers will be a little late for the Easter trade. The demand for small flowers, such as pansies, primroses, anemone, myosotis, etc., is very strong. Mignonette is selling well. Gardenias are coming in freely and are of superior quality. Valley is plentiful enough to meet all demands. The market in cattleyas is somewhat limited and the crop seems to be off with the local growers. The plant trade is strong. NOTES, The recent death of Edward Hatch is a personal loss to all his host of friends. For many years Mr. Hatch has been closely identified with the gardeners and florists of this city and vicinity and while not strictly in the trade himself he was always regarded as one of them at the various gather- ings he so often attended. His health has been poor for some time and the end was not wholly unexpected. He was buried quietly from his late resi- dence on Tuesday last. A visit to the wholesalers found everything in readiness for the big rush. Special attention is being giv- en this year to the handling of flower- ing plants. Orders in many cases are to be shipped direct from the grow- ers. James Petros of Casey's "Rosary" is confined in the city hospital. He is suffering from a rupture and is ex- pected to leave the hospital in about two weeks' time. Mr. Petros has the sincere sympathy of the trade. The J. A. Budlong Sons Co. is get- ting back to the old form again as Easter approaches. Chatenay, My Maryland and Killarney are showing a remarkable improvement over a few weeks ago. H. Arnold of the Galvin forces made a brief trip to New Tork this week. He found things more quiet there than here but all hands were antici- pating a lively Easter trade. Lester Mann is bringing in some good Lilliun candidum. Not many of these have been grown of recent years but they seem to be in good demand. C. P. Owens has resigned his posi- tion with R. McGorum and accepted a position in the retail store of Mrs. J. W. Rogers on Summer street. The regular monthly meeting of the Gardeners' and Florists' Club is postponed for a week owing to the hall being previously engaged. John Newman of Woburn has been bringing in upwards of 30,000 violets daily for the past few weeks and dis- posing of them readily. Thomas Curran died of heart fail- ure suddenly last Sunday. He was employed by F. E. Hanly of Brook- line. W. M. Walsh, of Woods Hole, is sending out some rambler roses that would be hard to beat. Pierce Bros, are bringing in some fine mignonette, the first of a new crop. R. FAMCY DAGGER New Crop CAwnA Hardy Cut TCmS First Quality, $1-25 per M. ALSO DEALERS IN Baled Spruce for Cemetery Use BOUQUET GREEN, SPHAGNUM MOSS, Etc. LB.BRA6UE&S0N, Oldest, Largest and Most Reliable Dealers in the United States. Hinsdale, Mass. Henry M.Robio$on& Co. Wholesale Commission Florists. Ctti PlAnra«>c °^ ^l^ kinds. Hardy Cut Ever- \AM riUWcrs greens and Florists' Supplies. Dagger and Fancy Ferns $1.50 per 1000 Bronze and Green Galax $1.00 per 1000; 8.50 per 10 000 Leacothoe Sprays $1,00 per 100: $7.50 per 1000 Southern Wild Smilax, Branch Laurel, Laurel Festooning, Green and Sphagnum Moss, Boxwood Sprays, A large stock constantly on hand. Can fill orders at a moment's notice, Telephone or telegraph. BOSTON, MASS. $1.75 per 1000 FANCY. Telephones: 2617-2618 Main; Fort Hill 25290. 15 Province Street and 9 Chapman Place, OAGOBR. FANCY TERNS, New Crop Oalax, Bronze or Green $1.25 per 1009: 1A.4W, $7.Si Sphagnum Moss, large bales $1.25; 6 bales. $7.0». Extra fine Leacothoe Sprays, Green and Bronze $1.00 per 100; $7.50 »er 1000 Boxwood per buncb. 3Sc: 50-pound case, $8,50 Florists in the Middle and Western States can save money by placing their orders with us, A trial order solicited. IVIICHIGAN CUT FLOWER EXCHANGE, Inc. 38-40 Broadway, Wholesale Commission Florists and Florists' Supplies, All phone connections. DETROIT, MICH, Qeorge Cotsonas bus. Clioice Cut FloweFs Lansing, Mich. Gurdon B. Smith Covers all Points in Michigan. Best of Shipping Facilities in all Directions. Always has the best of Everything. jfys. Seattle, ^P^ Wash. T L. W. McCOY Louisville, Ky. JACOB SCfiULZ, 550 So. Fourth Avenue. Colorado Springs, Colo. FRANK F. CRUMP, Wholesale and Retail Florist. Orders will be carefully cared for by MICHIGAN. HENRY SMITH, Wholesale and Retail Horlst ol GRAND RAMDS Anderson, S. C. THE ANDERSON FLORAl CO. 633 MARSHALL AYS. Kansas City, Mo. — B. A. Humfeld will build a new greenhouse at his place on Sixth and Paseo streets. Denver, Colo. FLORAL DESIGNS AND FLOWERS Best Quality on Shortest Notice DANIELS & FISHER Order by mail, telephone, telegraph or cable. Cable address "Daniels. Denver" Toronto, Can. Canada's best known and most reliable lorist °sL. Dunlop's Se Yonse Street. We deliver anywhere in Canada and sruarantee safe arrival. Cincinnati. TRADE FAIR. The condition of the cut flower market is very satisfactory; prices remain firm and buyers have been more active than at any time sjnce the beginning of Lent. The whole- sale houses sell out clean every day and the question is, "What are you going to have Easter?" By the time this letter appears the Blaster rush will nearly be over and here is hoping that everybody does a record breaking business. From present In- dications everything points to the biggest and best ever. Flowers are coming along in nice shape. The quality is all that can be desired and we never handled better and cleaner stock. Another . commendable fea- ture is the fact that local growers are not holding back stock. How- ever we do not know what the out- of-town growers are doing for there was not much stock shipped into the city the past week which undoubtedly is a sign that pickling is in process somewhere. NOTES. Charles Dudley, of J. W. Dudley & Sons, of Parkersburg, W. Va., was in the city last Friday calling on the trade. He is selling some of those hy- drangeas for which his firm is noted and is very successful in having them in bloom for Easter no matter whether the date is early or late. Having disposed of two carloads In Washington, D. C. — and he states that every florist he called on gave him an order— the four houses he has in bloom are nearly sold out. James B. Allan, of the firm of George & Allan, received the appoint- ment as city nurseryman from the park commissioners the past week. The park commissioners are to be congratulated upon securing the serv- ices of a man with iVIr. Allan's abil- ity and there is no question of Jim- mie's making good. J. A. Peterson is spending a week or 10 days at French Lick Springs, where he went to recuperate, being all run down from a strenuous sea- son's business and he writes that he Is getting along fine and will be back in time to get into business again for the Easter rush. Burglars entered the store of A. Sunderbruch's Sons Thursday night but were frightened away before se- curing much booty. Two hundred stamps and a few lead pencils were reported missing and the hinges on the safe were damaged. Wm. Speck, of Newport, Ernst Mack of Price Hill, and George & Allen, Hyde Park, will have a nice lot of Easter lilies but refuse to take any more orders for same as they New York FLORAL CO. We Guarantee Satisfaction 413 Madison Ave. cor. 48th St. Albany, N. Y. Flowers or Design Work. Delivered in Albany and Vicinity on Telegraphic Order. 11 NORTH PEARL STREET. Boston, Mass. Send flower orders for delivery in Boston and all New England Points To THOS. F. GALVIN, Inc., 124 TREMONT ST. THE J. M. GASSER COMPANY, ©[Li^i[LA[R[][n)p®o We Cover All Points In Ohio. Buffalo, N. Y. Flowers ''Quality W.J. Palmers Son. 304 Main St. GEO. A. HEINL, Leading Florist ■I TOLEDO, OHIO. All Orders Promptly Executed. claim to be pretty well ordered up. Gus Adrian, Clifton, has about the nicest collection of flowering plants about the city, including azaleas, rhododendrons, and bulbous stock in pans. G. Brunner's Sons have a nice house of hybrid roses which will be just right for Easter. Tom Windram has ordered an au- tomobile. S. WiLKESBABRE, PA. — Mrs. Herbert's handsome new store, The Fernery, was opened March 10. The room has been finished in green and white, and a fine display of both cut flowers and plants was made. Souvenirs were given to all visitors on the opening day. 460 The American Florist. Mar. 26, The Seed Trade. American Seed Trade Associalloa. J. C. Robinson, Waterloo. Neb.. Pres.; M. H. Duryea. New York. First Vice-Pres.; F. W. Bolgiano. Wash ington.D.C. Second Vice- Pres.; C. E. Kendel. Cleveland. O.. Sec'y and Treas.. Leonard H. Vaughan. Chicago. Asst. Sec'y. Twenty-eighth annual conven- tion, at Atlantic City. N. J. June 21. 1910. Timothy seed advanced 40 cents this week. Onion Sets at Chicago were lower in price this weelv, yellows being par- ticularly weali. SANTA ROSA, CALIF. — Luther Bur- bank, who has been away for some time on a lecturing tour, returned March 19. Seed Trade, both mail and counter, continues good generally. The rush is on in earnest and the weather sea- sonable. Rain is needed. CHICAGO. — Contract prices on the board of trade March 23 for grass seed were noted as follows: Timothy, $4.60 nominal. "White clover, from 20 cents to 25 cents.- — Visitor: A. L.. Rogers, of Rogers Bros. Seed Co., Alpena, Midi. French Buib crop reports of March 10 tell us that the dry weather still continues, with high winds. It is reported that tlie syndicate of growers at the annual meeting April 16 will decide on wholesale prices for the year. ROCHESTER, N. Y. — James Vick's Sons say business thus far surpasses that of any previous season for many years past. During the first three weeks of March wholesale orders ad- vanced 32^2 per cent over any simi- lar previous period in the history of the concern. THE Department of Agriculture has declared war against salesmen who have been selling sorghum seed to unsuspecting farmers in the south, declaring it to be a new variety of wheat that yields 400 bushels to the acre. They have also been dispos- ing of sorghum seed by labeling it "ribbon" cane, or sugar cane, of a new and decidedly improved kind. The tariff committee on bulbs made an error in not giving the bo- tanical names with the common names as it is now reported that the •customs collectors are charging Dutch hyacinth rates on Hyacinthus candicans and grape hyacinths which should come under the head of "bulbs not otherwise specified." Braslan Seed Growers Go. Lettuce, Onion, Sweet Peas, Growers for the Wholesale Santa Barbara, Calie., March 16.— We have just had a half inch of rain, the first since Christmas; it has done lots of good. — C. Trade Only. SAN JOSE, CALIF. Dutch Bulb Trade. According to a recently-issued Brit- ish consular report, the trade in Dutch bulbs continues to increase. There are in Holland 10,000 acres of bulb farms, producing yearly some 15,000 tons of bulbs for export. Near- ly half of this goes to the United Kingdom. It is remarkable that the Dutch thus maintain their supremacy, and can still produce better bulbs than English florists. Some attribute this to the peculiarity of the soil of Holland, and the bulb farms are mostly on an area between Leyden and Haarlem, recently reclaimed from the sea. The lily bulb trade, however, has passed almost entirely to Spain. Congressional Free Seeds. The Practical Farmer prints the following letter an Ohio man wrote to his congressman who "favored" him with some packets of congres- sional seeds. It states the case as well as we have ever seen it stated: "Thank you for the courtesy and good intention evident, but I don't want them. I have a reliable dealer who supplies me annually with such seeds as I require and he does not expect my continued trade unless he supplies good seeds. Hence he sends me only good seeds, true to name, and just such varieties as suit my needs. I note that of these five pa- pers you have sent to me, none are claimed to be anything but old stand- ard sorts. I wish to call to your at- tention the fact that this free seed distribution was originally intended to place in the hands of the farmer new or improved varieties whose success or failure was desired reported to the secretary of agriculture. Now I ask you, why you ask me to report the results of these poor, unfathered seeds' growth, whose origin a 'con- gressional investigation' could not de- termine? Can you tell who raised these seeds? Do you think it any naore fair to distribute poor garden seeds free, than it would be to send out to the voters in your district any other class of merchandise in return for a support which you must have to enable you to stay where you are? Do you think I can afford to plant seed of doubtful origin? I cannot. The cost of dependable ones is tri- fling. Do you think we can afford to pay the bill of sending thousands of tons of free matter through the mails at a cost 200 per cent greater than Peas # Beans Alfred Je Brown Seed Co^ Growers for the Wholesale Trade. GRAND RAPIDS, MICH. our avaricious express companies would handle it? We cannot, and unless you get busy In giving us a parcels post, postal savings bank, and redeeming some of the pledges which our president is insisting upon, we may give another your opportunity. I ask you, in case you have any de- fense to make of this free seed graft, to give it to us. If not, kill it at once. If you consider this package of gar- den seeds has any value, please send stamps and I will return them. Pos- sibly you can use them in your own garden." We hope more who receive free seeds will do likewise. Non-Guaranty. A prominent seedsman in some re- cent correspondence justifies the non- guaranty of seeds, plants and trees by seedsmen and nurserymen as fol- lows: "If the seedsman is open to a law- suit and the complainant testifies that all the conditions were ideal for the seed and yet he got no crop, how can the seedsman who has never seen the soil or its conditions defend him- self without any opportunity for in- troducing first-hand evidence in his defense? "Further; you know that a tree, fresh and alive with fine fibrous roots, may be unpacked, opened and ex- posed to the air and sunshine for three hours and thus have all its fine fibrous roots killed. How can a nur- seryman prove, in case he is sued for damages, the facts of this careless exposure and ruin by the purchaser? "If you think a little further along these lines, you will find that it is impossible for the seedsman and nurseryman to do anything further than sell the seeds, trees and shrubs on the basis that if they are not ac- cepted when they are received and examined they must be returned at once and money refunded." Imports. During the week ending March 12 imports were received at New York as follows: Peter Henderson & Co., 5 bags seed. H. Frank Darrow, 20 packages seed. Yokohoma Nursery Co., 64 cases bulbs. J. M. Thorburn & Co., 4 barrels, 4 bags, 5 packages seed. F. B. Vandegrift & Co., 11 cases palm seed. Vaughan's Seed Store, 1 case plants, 3 bags seed. To others: 5 cases trees and shrubs. 2 packages bulbs, 138 cases, 2 baskets plants, 1,415 bags, 5 cases, 163 pack- ages seed, 2 bags grass seed. During the week ending March 19 imports were received at New York as follows: H. Frank Darrow, 30 cases trees and shrubs. 19 cases plants. Wm. Elliott & Sons, 32 cases trees. Evergreen Nurseries, 54 packages trees. Fruit Auction Co., 3 cases trees. McHutchison & Co., 311 cases, 2 bundles shrubs and trees, 28 cases plants. J. M. Thorburn & Co., 10 cases trees, 9 cases plants. Vaughan's Seed Store, 33 cases trees. Wadley & Smythe, 227 packages trees. Yokohama Nursery Co., 49 cases roots. To others: 808 bags, 753 sacks seed. 50 bags grass seed, 53 bags clover seed, 92 bags alfalfa seed, 978 cases. 228 packages, 2 bales trees and shrubs, 161 cases, 11 boxes plants, 3 cases bulbs, 122 bundles cuttings. igio. The American Florist. 451 VAN ZANTEN BROTHERS Royal Netherland Balb Nurseries and Export Trade. HILLEGOM, HOLLAND, Wholesale growers of the leading sortsof Hyacinths, Tulips, Narcissus, Crocus, Spireas, Gladiolus, Peonies,', etc., etc. Write our traveler. MR. G. HYIKEMA, care of Messrs. Maltus & Ware, 14 Stone St., New York for Catalogue and Special prices of all HOLUND BULBS AND PLANTS STOCK SEED Flak's Brancbing in all colors. Trade packet, 40c,, oz.$4,()0. Pure Wbite. tr. packet. 50c.. oz. $5,00. Also Beauty of Nice strains. H. E. FISKE SEED CO., Boston, Mass. Pape & Bergmann, Quedlinburg, Germany. Elite Seeds of Flowers and Vegetables. SpecMties: Stock, Pansies, Cyclamen, etc.. Cactus Dahlias. Bulbs. General Catalogue Free BURPEE^S SEEDS PHILADELPHIA 1 Wholesale Price List for FloHsts aod Market Gardeaers, The Everett B. Clark Seed Co. Growars For The TrmA*. Beans, Peas, Sweet Corn, Onion, Tnrnlp, Radiata, Beet, Etc. Brandies: UlchUan ud WUconsin. MILFORD. CONN. S. M. Isbell & Co., Jackson, Mich. CONTRACT SEEX> GROW^EJIS, Bean, Cacomber, Tomato, Pea, Mnskmelon, Sqnasb. Watermelon, Radish, Sweet Com. Correspondence solicited, AULIFLOWER Sj A B B A G E C LILY OF THE VALLEY PIPS HJALMAR HARTMANN & CO. Logangstraede 20, COPENHAGEN. DENMARK Canton, Iix, — C. E. and W. H. Savill have leased the Barnhart greenhouses and will take possession June 1. The business will be conducted under the firm name of Savill Bros,, and witli their extensive experience the pur- chasers will undoubtedly make a suc- cess ot their venture. ViNCENNES, IND. — An addition to his greenhouses at First and Shelby streets, which will cover an area of 26 by 30 feet, is to be made at once by Paul Schultz, who recently purchased the ground on which his addition will be made. The building is just half as', large as his present quarters and will contain about 4,000 feet of glass and it will be used for carnations. WILDPRET BROTHERS Largest Growers k^ and Exporters of (BermudaOnionSeei HIGHEST GERMINATION White and Red Bermuda. EARLY DELIVERY Crystal Wax and Golden Onion. Let Us Book Youri)r3er At Once So As To Obtain Full Delivery. Prices on Application. We Supply Seedsmen Only. PortOrotava, Teneriffe, Canary Islands. Fine Aster Seed Catalogue Now Ready. VICK & HILL CO., Box 613, Rochester, N. Y. E8TABLISHSO IN 18M. Bridgeman's Seed Warehouse RICKAROS BROS., Prop*., 87 iMt iBHi St., »T_^ Ynrk be< Bwadwiy iiid4th Ave., WCW XOrK Talevbone 42S5 Gramercy. FOR SEEDS OP ALL KINDS APPLY TO W. W. JOHNSON & SON, Limited, Boston. E^nsland. Pieters-Wheeler Seed Company HOLLISTER, CAL. Growers of High Grade Seeds Onion, Lettuce, Radish. Sweet Peas, Etc. CORRESPONDENCE SOLICITED. JOHN BODCER & SONS CO. Gardena, Calif. Wholesale Growers of Sweet Peas, Tomatoes, Lima Beans, Lettuce, Asters, Cosmos and other Flower Seeds. Waldo Rohnert GILROY, CAL. Wholesale Seed Grower Specialties: Lettuce, Onion, Sweet Peas, Aster, Cosmos, Mignonette, Verbena, in variety. Correspondence solicited. S. D. WOODRUFF & SONS, SEED GROOVERS Dealers in Garden. Field and Flower Seeds, Spedalties: Beet, Carrot, Corn. Peas, Beans, Onion Sets and Seed Potatoes. Catalogue free. Contracts taken. 82-84 Dey Street, Oran ge, Conn. NEW YORK. GET QUOTATIONS FROM L3NDRETH SEEDS which SUCCEED ajjonisdale Bristol, PO. For RELUBLE STOCK From Keep Tab RELUBLE DEALERS on Advts. in THE FLORIST 452 The American Florist. Mar. 26, Market Gardeners | OreenhoDae Vedelable Growers and Market Gardeners* Aasoclatton. C.W. Waid, NewCarlisIe. Pa., President: Franklin DeKleine, Grand Rapids, Mich., Vice-President: S. W. Severance, 508 Illi- oois Life Buildine, Louisville, Ky,, Secre- tary: M. L. Ruetenik, Cleveland, O., Treas. AN interesting talk for marltet gard- eners, entitled "Fertilizers: How to Make and Apply Tiiem," was given at the meeting of the Buffalo Society of Natural Sciences by Professor Geo. W. Cavanaugh, of the New York State College of Agriculture, March 12. Washington, Ark. — The Truck Growers' Association met here March 12 and elected J. H. Bradford as presi- dent, all the other officers being re- elected. About 35 acres were reported planted in potatoes, and it was agreed to plant 15 or 20 acres in sunflowers. FiBE, supposed to be of incendiary origin, destroyed two barns and a greenhouse with their contents for Del- bert Miller, of Espy, Pa. This is the second fire Mr. Miller has suffered from in a few months. The loss is li^nn^ '° ^^ ^^°"' ?3,000, with only *1,000 insurance. Prices Of Indoor Fruits and Veg-etables. ZO^clnJf°Jh ^''l^^ 19— Mushrooms, clnts tn tl^iV" P"'' '*°^^"; iettuce, 87 ^P* '°,P12 per dozen heads: to- matoes. 35 cents per pound; radishes, $6 50 n..''!f ''""'?= asparagus, white ?b.50 per dozen bunches, green, $5.50 rJ}} ^^'" J^°^^" bunches; rhubarb, 6 cents per bunch; mint, $1 per dozen bunches; grapes, Gros Cofman, 85 dozen. ''^'' ''°""''' P«a'=hes, $2 per cems'Trf fi'n^"".^ 23.-Mushrooms, 25 tuPP 4n *°Jl-50 per dozen; leaf let- Floridl l^\n P" box: head lettuce, 85 «nrt' I7 " ^"l h^^Per, Louisiana llr^ff *^ P'*'" ''arrel; tomatoes, 20 cents per pound; radishes, 50 cents per per' b'unn^"'"^^"'' '' ^^"'^ to 40 cents per bunch; grapes, Gros Colman, 75 cents per pound; rhubarb, 60 cents. Early Onions in the Souiliwest. i,.!^^ ^J'^^ °^ '^« Arizona, New Mex- h»i T*^ ^!P^ experiment stations has shown that the raising of onions particularly for the early market, may be made extremely profitable in cer- tain parts of the southwestern United fatates. In warm valleys, where the winter conditions are favorable to growth and with proper methods of culture, fertilizing, and irrigation, large yields of very early onions can be produced which command high prices both in local markets and when shipped to distant markets. E. L. Crane and R. H. Forbes, in a recent bulletin of the Arizona Experi- ment Station, state that onions are very successfuly grown as a winter crop in the warmer southwestern val- leys. "Planted at the close of hot weather, the crop grows during the cool months when labor is most ef- fective, and early varieties mature in time for high prices in mining and coast towns." The New Mexico sta- tion has obtained yields of over 60,000 pounds per acre of early onions at a cost of production not exceeding $125 per acre, but such yields were excep- tional, about one-half this quantity being more common. As high as 27,000 pounds per acre were obtained at the Texas substation at Beeville. The Ari- zona station gives eight tons per acre as a common yield in that region, with a cost of production of about $170 per acre. The profits depend not only on skill in growing and yield, but also upon prices and marketing facilities. In 1907, with a good yield and prices ranging from two to five cents a pound delivered at Yuma, 1.2 acres of White Bermudas netted about $400 after de- ducting all costs, including labor. In 1908, with increased costs and de- creased yields due to onion thrips and mildew, with a late season, demoral- ized markets, and poor shipping ar- rangements, the crop was grown at a loss. The lighter loam soils are consid- ered preferable for onion culture on account of the greater ease and less cost of preparing the soil and culti- vating and harvesting the crop. The soil should be abundantly supplied with organic matter, which may be chiefly added in the form of well- rotted barnyard manure. Soils con- taining much alkali should not be chosen, especially if ridge culture is followed, because this system of' cul- ture favors a surface accumulation of soluble salts around the plants. Flat culture with flood irrigation or ridge culture with furrow irrigation may be followed. The flooding method is more applicable to heavy soils, but ridges and furrow irrigation are preferable for light soils which work easily and sub-irrigate readily. For ridge and furrow culture the field should be perfectly level and laid off for rows from 100 to 500 feet long. This arrangement will permit of equal and sufficient irrigations without loss of water or flooding the rows. Just before planting time the ground is again irrigated, and when sufficiently dry is disc and drag harrowed to se- cure perfect surface pulverization. To fertilize the field open out double fur- rows 30 inches apart, throwing the two furrow slices in opposite directions and manuring to a depth of four inches in the furrows. Then plow in to form ridges over the manure. These ridges may be conveniently finished by drag- ging them lengthwise with a long weighted plank drawn by a horse. This will leave flat-topped ridges about 24 inches wide on top, with furrows about six inches wide and deep be- tween. Thus prepared the soil may be more easily kept in tilth and weeds controlled, than in flat culture. The best and cheapest method is to sow the seed in beds and transplant later to the field. As soon as hot weath- er abates (usually in September), the seed is thickly sown in drills five inches apart in beds of well fertilized soil. The water furrows must be placed at intervals suitable for subirrigation. Two pounds of seed thus planted will provide young onions enough for an acre. If the soil is moist when the seed is planted, the seedlings should begin to appear in about nine days. An irrigation will then bring the whole stand up quickly, and with proper ir- rigation and cultivation thereafter the young onions will be as large as slate pencils in nine or ten weeks and ready to transplant, usually in December. It is very important that the seed should be fresh. The ridges having been prepared just in advance of planting, the young onions are lifted as needed, the roots trimmed to about an inch in length, and the tops cut back about half. The rows are best laid out along the ridges by means of Crane's marker. This is a round cottonwood log two feet long and 10 to 12 inches in diameter, with three rows nine inches apart of pegs extending around the roller. The pegs should be about 1% inches long and spaced at four to six inches, according to distance desired between onions. By 123 WARREN STREET, (Near West St.) NEW YORK NOTICE To My Friends aad the Public: I have leased part of the building at the above address for a term of years. I am now in a position to serve my Friends and the Public more faith- fully than ever, and will be greatly pleased to have an enquiry or call. Tested and Reliable Seeds, Bulbs and Plants. Anything you want for the Garden. And at Reasonable Prices. C. McTAGGART, SEEDSMAN AND FLORIST, 123 WARREN ST. (Near West St.), NE>V YORK. Contracts to grow all kinds of Vegetable Plants, transplanted or not. Also Gera- niums. Cok-us. Cannas, Salvias. Verbenas, Pansies, etc.. for spring delivery. Al stock only. Correspondence solicited, AlOnZO }, Bryan, Washington, ^New Jersey. Watcn tor our Trade Mark stamped on every brick of Lambert's Pure Culture Mushroom Spawn Substitution of cheaper grades ii thus easily exposed. Fresh sample brick, with illustrated book, mailed postpaid by manufacturers upon re- ceipt of 40 cents in postage. Address Trade Mark. American Spawn Co., St.Panl^Mlnn VEGETABLE PLANTS. Cabbage, Wakefield and Successsion. $1.50 per lOBO. Parsley, 2Sc per 100: $1,25 per 1000. Lettnce, Big Boston, Boston Market. Grand Rap- ids, $1.00 per 1000. Beet plants. $1.25 per 1000. Cash witb order. R. VINCENT, Jr. & SONS CO.,^'&S!'^ means of a light frame tacked to the ends of the roller the marker is drawn along the ridge, leaving three perfectly uniform rows of holes. The trimmed plants are then dropped one at each hole, set about IVz inches deep, and the soil firmly pressed about them by hand. It is then well to irrigate them lightly to insure an even start of all the plants. By this plan about 120,000 onions an acre may be placed, planting five inches apart in the row, with three rows to each ridge. If the ground has been well pre- pared and ridges and furrows carefully constructed, the labor of irrigating and cultivating onions is not excessive. For the sandy loam of the Tuma trial ground about 15 irrigations are re- quired from September to April in seed beds and field. Irrigation should be followed by cultivation both in furrows and on ridges to kill weeds, lessen evaporation of soil moisture, and break up the salty crust which in most arid igio. The American Florist. 453 Vaughan's Sweet Peas lb. lb. .80 $3.00 ,35 1 25 85 3.20 .40 1,60 40 1.60 20 .50 .60 .20 .60 .80 20 .60 NORA UNWIN SWEET PEA. Flora Norton. A very bright b'ue quite different from other blues, being a brighter blue and clearer color ; Flora Frazer. An improved Blanche Ferry, with looeer stems, trueto type ... Frank Dolby. Largest and best pale Uvcnder — King Edward VIl. The best of the dark red Lady Grisel Hamilton. Tl>e best of all lavender sorts Lord Nelson. Improvement on navy bluecclor, rich navy blue. Lovely. Shell pink, extra fine Mont Blanc. .An early-floweri'^e white, for forcing V, lb. \10 .15 .25 .10 .in .10 .10 .10 Mrs. George Higginson, Jr. Clear azure blue 10 lb. JO 30 .41 .SO ..31 .40 .30 .25 ..'5 .25 SPENCER AND UNVVIN TYPES. H oz. 1 oz. H Apple Blossom <(Spencer). ^Primrose. with rose standard $D.25 $0. Asta 01m (Spencer). The best lavender in tht' Spencer selections $0.40 .75 BlanclteFerry (Spencer). Pink and white Spencer type ... ... .. .25 .53 Countess Spencer (Variety). Bright clear pink .. .10 , Dainty (Spencer). White with very light pinkedge "* .25 Florence Morse (Spencer). Delicate blush with pink margin .15 George Herbert (Spencer). Bright rose carmine .15 Gladys Unvvin. One of the finest pinks ine.\istence .10 . King Edward VII (Spencer). Deep rich carmine scarlet 30 .50 1. Mrs. Alfred Watldns. Suterb pale pink. .10 . Mrs. Sankey (Spencer). A black seeded pure white.. .50 Mrs. Walter Wright (Spencer). Rose purple .40 NoraUnwin. The best white .10 Paradise. .^ dark shade of pink .10 Primrose 'Spencer). .10 Princess Alice (Spencer). Light rosy mauve . Princess Victoria. White blush and pink edged Spencer .15 ."^O 1.80 Ruby (Spencer). Scarlet Spencer .40 1,50 Sutton's Queen. Primrose edged in margin with buff .15 ,45 1.60 Wllite (Spencer). Flowers absolutely pure white ,10 .20 .60 STANDARD VARIETIES, mb, lb. Blanche Ferry. Pink and white. $0.10 $0.20 Bolton's Pink. Pink shaded rose, of immense size, .15 .50 Bridesmaid. This is a deep bright pink 15 .40 Daintv. Larce. pure white tinted with pink 15 .35 Dorothy Eckford. One of the best of all the white. .10 .30 Emily Henderson. White, early and free 10 .25 Evelyn Byatt. Rich fiery orange; very striking and unique 15 .40 Prince ol Wales. Deeprose 10 .25 Salopian. Rich deep scarlet . .10 .25 Queen Alexandra. Giintsize; best scarlet oz,, 10c .15 .40 Shasta. Giant flowered white 15 ,40 White Wonder. Pure white, of the largest size . 15 .40 Vaughan's Florist Mixture. This mixture is made up by ourselves from separate colors, carefully proportioned, of the best cut flower sorts and colors and includes this year some of the best Spencer varieties. ^ lb., 20c; lb., 80c; Slbs., $3.50. Eckford Mixture. This mixture contains over thirty varieties, including novelties of 1909. PW H lb.. lOc; lb., 25c; 10 lbs., $2.00. .15 .43 1.40 VAUGHAN'S SEED STORE, 25 Barclay St., NEW YORK. 84-86 Randolph St. and 202 W. Randolph St., CHICAGO. "Spring Book for Florists." Ask for it. soils tends to form on interirrigated ridges. In order to reach the early markets in April and May it is essen- tial, planting seed in September, to use the earliest varieties of onions, inas- much as they require between seven and eight months, including the winter season, to mature. The Arizona station has found White Bermuda the most successful variety at Yuma, although Red Ber- muda and Crystal White Wax have also given good results. These are all mild early onions and good producers, but must be sold promptly, as they do not keep long. The superior ap- pearance of Crystal White Wax brings it a somewhat higher price than the Bermudas, compared with which, however, this variety is a little later and a poorer keeper. New White Queen produced a good test crop of large late onions in 1906. El Paso and Prizetaker are very uncertain yielders under Colorado valley conditions, while Louisiana Creole and Australian Brown have thus far produced tops only and no onions. At higher ele- vations, however, near Tucson and in Graham county, Australian Brown Is a good producer and keeper. The White and Red Bermudas were grown with success at the Texas sta- tion. The New Mexico station found Early White Queen, Barletta, White Bermuda, and Extra Early White Pearl quite satisfactory for early ripen- ing. They are mild onions of good keeping quality. Red Victoria gave the best yield on unfertilized soil at this station. In the Arizona experi- ments downy mildew often proved troublesome, but was held in check by spraying with Bordeaux mixture as soon as the mildew appeared. Thrips frequently caused considerable dam- age, but was controlled by spraying with strong kerosene emulsion. As the onions attain marketable size, maturity may be hastened by with- holding irrigating water and drying out the soil. To the same end the tops may be broken over by means of a small roller. By these means three weeks may be gained in the time of ripening. The lessened yield will usu- ally be more than made up by higher prices for an earlier crop. Next to transplanting and cultiva- tion, harvesting is the most costly Item in connection with the crop. Flat culture onions are most costly to har- vest, requiring the aid of a digging tool, especially in adobe soil. Ridge culture onions, however, if the soil is light and has been kept mellow by cultivation, may be pulled by hand, and tops and roots trimmed with a sharp knife in one operation. The trimmed onions are tollected in small piles, covered lightly with grass or weeds to prevent sunburn, and left a few days to cure. If to be kept for some time, they must then be stored in thin layers or crates in a cool, shaded, well-ventilated place. Sacks are a cheap market package, costing five to 10 cents for 105 pounds; but sacks allow the onions to bruise. Fifty- pound onion crates, costing 14 to 25 cents each in Arizona, are more con- venient to handle, insure better keep- ing, and are usually demanded by the trade. Fremont, Mich. — The spring session of the State Horticultural Society opened here March 12 at the auditor- ium. C. B. Welsh, of Douglas. C. B. Bassett, of Fenville, and Professor H. J. Eustace, of Lansing, together with T. A. Farrant of Eaton Rapids and Edward Hutchins, of Fennville, spoke on the use of lime sulphur sprays, the discussion taking the greater part of the day. 464 The American Fl grist. Mar. 26, ^% The Nursery Trade | AHkerlOBii AssoclalloD of Narserymen. F.H. Stannard. Ottawa, Rans.. President: W. P.Stark. Louisiana. Mo.. Vice-President; John Hall. Rochester, N. Y.. Sec'y. Thirty-fifth annual convention to be held at Denver. Colo.. June 8-10. 1910. Abr.^ham Dean Hartley, landscape gardener of Pittsburg, Pa., died at his home, Woodlawn avenue, Belleview, at the age of 73. He was a native of England and came to this country in 1867 settling in Philadelphia but later coming to Pittsburg. Among: tHe Newer Deutzias. The beauty and grace of the older deutzias ensured them a place in near- ly all gardens where flowering shrubs are appreciated. Perhaps the most popular group for outdoor cultivation is the ever useful D. crenata and its varieties, which rank among the pret- tiest of flowering shrubs for border and shrubbery plantings. For green- house and conservatory adornment the well-known D. gracilis and its varied forms have long held the field, being decidedly light and graceful in con- tour, very floriferous, and readily amenable to gentle forcing. It would be extremely difficult to compute the number of the gracilis section which are grown for indoor decoration, but it must be exceedingly large. The discolor group provides very good decorative subjects, and the newer hybrid varieties are especially noteworthy. As regards outdoor cul- ture the majority of the deutzias will thrive admirably in the southern por- tions of the country, but in the colder north, only the hardier types should be attempted outside, such typical forms as D. crenata and the strong growing D. scabra doing fairly well with a little shelter. Where one can plant deutzias, with the knowledge that they will do well, then informal groupings in the grass! or on an open bank in the wild garden should be the aim. Even well-grown single specimens look charming iso- lated on the lawn.s, and some of the newer forms will prove of great value. It may be of interest to the reader to know something of the newer hybrids especially as they are so charmingly adapted for widespread culture, and niay maintain the future popularity of the race. Taking D. crenata first, one notes the delightful D. candidissima flore plena, a fine, graceful, pure white sub- ject. Pride of Rochester, a grand pure double white, extremely well adapted for forcing; Rosea flore plena, a nota- ble form, with rosy markings upon the white blossoms; and Watereri, the fine single white. Pine progress is being made in the D. discolor group. The fine form, D. discolor major, which was introduced by Messrs. Veitch from Central China, has been followed by a charming se- ries of hybrids from Messrs. Lemoine, of Nancy. D. discolor grandiflora is a fine seedling from D. discolor purpura-- cens, which was crossed with D. gra- cilis. It is of dwarf habit, with I Bobbink & Atkins RUTHERFORD, N. J. World's Choicest Nursery Stock ^ornJ:^Xf^s,i^^^s Vines, Trained, Dwarf and Standard Fruit Trees, Grape Vines, and other Small Fruits, Herbaceous Plants and a general variety of Spring Bulbs. RAYWnAH==1l^V TfPPC ^°*^ ^'1 other decorative plants, such as Dra- DUAnUUU Oa) new cenas, Aucubas, Palms, Etc. Inspection of our Nursery invited, and convince yourself that we have the • Stock. Only 9 miles from New York City. Rhododendron Catawbiensis In Car-Ivoad Lots, And the Largest Collection of Hardy American Plants In Existence. Grown at Highlands Nursery, 3,800 feet elevation in the Carolina Mountains, and Salem Branch Nursery, Salem, Mass. New Catalogue, Beautifully Illustrated, also Trade and Surplus Lists. White Pines, and American Arbor Vltae in surplus, large sizes. HARLAN P. KELSEY, salemI^^'mass. Hardy American Plants. "FLOWER OF FAIRFIELD" The "Everbloomine Crimson Rambler.'' The Best CUmblng Rose in the market, flowerioB during th» » whole summer in large clusters of finest crimson color. Price for first rate plants with 3 to6 shoots, open rroundgrown.$11.00per 100. $100.00 per 1000 Extra stroiii plants, from 5 and more branches, at $15.00 per 100. Package fr«e. cash with order only. The "Old" Rose Gardens, at STEINFURTH, near Bad-Nauheim, GERMANY. Schultheis Bros., A GOOD INVESTMENT Evansville, Ind., Feb. 18, 1910. American Florist Co. Chicago. Bear Sirs: — I am using your Trade Directory- and out of 4000 nurserymen we circularized only two circulars came back. I am enclosing these names as you may want to make the changes. A. J. LOCKYEAR, New Edition Now Ready— Price $3.00. delightful panicles of blossom which exceed in length and beauty the first- named parent. The fairly open blos- soms are remarKable for their large, pointed petals, while the coloring is pure white tinted with rose. The buds and the reverse of the blo.ssoms are rose-colored. D. discolor purpuras- cens, crossed with D. scabra, has pro- duced the sterling D. arcuata, which differs from any other deutzia in cul- Jacs Smifs & Co., ""^k^S- Azaleas, (tiardy). Berried Plants, Bleeding Hearts, Blue Spruces, Boxwood, Clematis, Climb- ing Plants, Conifers, Evergreens, Funkias in sorts, Hydrangea P. G., Japan Maples, Peonies, Pot-grown Plants, (Lilacs a specialty), Rhodo- denrons, Roses, Spireas, Valleys. Price List Free on Demand. JOHN T. WITHERS, Inc. 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NASH, Kansas, Gregg, Cum- berland, Cuthbert, urner, Miller, Palmer, 35c per doz. bv mail. Kalamazoo. Mich. feet, and the individual flowers are of good size, and their beauty is in- creased by the crown-like formation of the stamens. — Gardeners' Magazine. j Roses! Roses! T We offer for immediate delivery the following Roses on own roots, k dormant, field-grown plants, first-class in every way: ! 1000 Helen Gould, Balduin, 12 cents. f 300 Pink Baby Ramblers, 12 cents. i 500 Newport Fairy, - - 12 cents. I 1000 Dorothy Perkins. - 12 cents. I 2000 Tausendschon. - - 20 cents. ♦ Also a limited number of dormant, field-grown plants, own roots of the following Roses at 12 cents each; Sweetheart, Trier, Lady Gay, La Fiamma, Taunus Blumchen. Debutante, Hiawatha. I Clematis Paniculata, field-grown, 1 yr. 6 cents. ♦ Clematis Paniculata, field-grown, 2 yr. 8 cents. Hydrangea Paniculata Grandiflora, 18 to 24 in. 6 cents. J Hydrangea Paniculata Grandiflora, 2 to 3 ft 9 cents. Viburnum Plicatum, 2 to 3 ft 12 cents. Chinese Sacred Lilies, $3.00 per 100; $26.00 per 1000. (illifip To ffnCP fllHlirP -"^^ ^ work of reference, this book is almost UUIUC lU AWSC VUUUIC indispensable and was produced at a cost of $10,000. FREE to all who ask for it. Write to-day. I The DINGEE ft CONARD CO., West Grove, Pa. Iva^t Call WE STILt, HAVE A FEW THOUSAND Gladioli America Bulblets at $5.00 per 1000; $20.00 for 6,000; $35.00 for 10,000. Send for samples, free. Send for Our Berry Catalogue In it is a CLIMBING BERRY FROM THE HIMALAYA MOUNTAINS that is thorny like a rose, with no dead wood, but crops from the same wood for years. It throws its branch of bloom fiom the main cane, 18 inches long by 10 to 12 inches wide, with 50 to 100 shell pink blooms as large as a peach bloom. Later fruit. Canes grow 30 to 60 feet long. The berry has no core. The berry is sweet, of a port wine flavor. Berrydale Experiment Gardens, b^i/, Holland, Micli. Deutzia Lemoineil Is one of the choicest small shrubs. covered in the blossoming season with a profu sion of pure white flowers. The tall varieties of ., Deutzia are also among the most beautiful flowering i.! shrubs and should receive more attention from planters who aim to produce effective results. A beautiful catalogue with many new illustrations will be mailed on request. It contains descriptions of these charming shrubs, also of the largest and most complete collections to be found in this country of Fruit and Ornamental Trees, Shrubs, Roses and Hardy Plants EllW ANGER & BARRY, Mount Hope Nurseries, Rochester, !V. Y STOCK FOR FLORISTS ROSES for Forcing— Hybrid Perpetuals and Ramblers, all tb« best •nes; fine, stronj stuS. Clematis. Ampelopsis, Tree Hydrangeas and Lilacs, Shrubs, Vines and Perennials. Write for prices. PALMS— Kentias in 2H inch pots. $8.00 per 100; $75 00 per 1000. JACKSON fi PERKINS CO., Newark (near Rochester), New York Rorserjmen and Florists. Wbolesale only. Use printed stationery. 466 The American Florist. Mar. 26, LEGAL NOTES. An Injunction Granted. The plaintiff in tlie action Thorpe V. Hall, a corn and seed merchant, of Birmingham, moved on Friday last, before Mr. Justice Neville, in the chancery division of the high court, for an interim injunction to restrain the defendant, until the trial or further order, from selling certain peas grown by him from the plaintiff's seed. Mr. Maxwell Thin, in support of the motion, said the injunction asked for was to restrain the defend- ant, his servants or agents from sell- ing, offering for sale, disposing of, or otherwise dealing in or parting with certain pea seed known as Bellthorpe's Prolific. By an agreement of Febru- ary 10, 1906, the plaintiff supplied the defendant with seven quarts of pea seed to be grown at his farm at Blox- ham, and delivered to the plaintiff's order at Banbury station. The plaint- iff had specialized a pea, which he called Bellthorpe's Prolific, and the agreement provided for the defendant growing seven quarts of those peas on his land, and for the plaintiff pur- chasing the crop at a certain price. The plaintiff alleged that the defend- ant had not rendered to him the whole quantity grown, but had re- tained 10 quarts for his own use. These he had sown, and from them had now on his farm three stacks of these peas. It was very important to the plaintiff that the peas should not be sold to anyone else, for, having ac- quired a reputation for Bellthorpe's Prolific, anyone else selling the same peas would materially damage his business. Mr. Northcote, for the defendant, said the season of 1907, being a bad one for peas, it was agreed that the defendant should ret-in some of the peas and sow them the next year, and this he did. His Lordship said it seemed to him that there was no sale of the peas to the defendant, but that they were merely handed to him for a special purpose. Whatever the rights of the parties were at the trial, he should have to grant an injunction if the defendant did not give an undertaking. After some discussion, Mr. Northcote under- took not to part with the peas to any- one but the plaintiff until the trial, on the plaintiff giving an undertaking in damages. This the plaintiff assent- ed to, and no order was made upon the motion, except that costs should be costs in the action. — Gardeners' Chronicle. Poisonous Tomatoes. Our old familiar friend the tomato is under suspicion again. When it first obtained a place in cultivation it was under the guise of an ornamental plant named love apple. As such il was regarded as deadly poisonous and its relationship to the nightshades gave color to the belief. Sooner or later, however, it was found to be edi- ble and thereupon it was transferred to the garden where It has since re- mained as a highly prized fruit. Its harmful characteristics always have been more or less hinted at. however, and but a short time ago tomatoes were reputed to cause cancer. Of course this was all nonsense, but there seems more truth in the charge that is now being made by various physi- cians to the effect that some kinds of tomatoes are likely to cause heart trouble. Since all people are not af- fected alike it seems still to be a question whether all tomatoes are harmful or whether only a few per- C* >^^ 'i^^ >^>^ >^^ ^l^^ ^^ >^^ ^^^ 9 >^K >^^ 1«^ i^v . ^ <^ <^ « S A ROSE FOR EVERY GREENHOUSE S GRAFTED ROSES White Killamey, My Maryland, Pink Klllar- Bride, Bridesmaid, Golden Gate, La France, ney, Richmond. Kaiserin. Rose pots ,$),5 COpcT 100 Rose pots $10 00 per 100 3H-inch pots IS PO per 100 3!/2-inrh pots 15 CO per lOO OWN ROOT ROSES White Killamey, My Maryland, Richmond, Bride, Bridesmaids, Perle, Sunrise, Golden Tink Killamey, American Beauty. Gate, Chatenay, Kaiserin. 3 incli pots s 4 GO per 100 3 incli pots .7 7 00 per ICO 4 inch pots 12 00perl00 4 inch pots 10 CO per 100 We will have large quantities of White KUlarrey and American Beauty Rose plants of the best quality for spring delivery. Verbena and Coleus Cuttings and Plants ready for shipment, Send for Circulars J •5 « Asparagus Sprengeri Fine plants from 4-in. pots, for immediate shipment, $6.00 per 100 Also a fine assortment of Aster Seed and Chrysanthemums. ELMER D. SMITH & CO., Adrian, Mich. Verbenas for Everybody Enchantress Carnations, R per 100: $20.00 per ICOO, Of the finest vari- eties that ever ercw. 70c per 100; S^.OOper 1000. Moms, the good kind, $1.25 per 100; $10.00 per 1000. Daisies, white and vellow, $1.00 per 100; $8,00 per 1000. Our big double Giant Alyssuin,80cperl00 $7.00 per 1000. FeverIew,$l.2S per 100: $10.00 per 1000. We prepay express charges on all rooted cuttings and guar- antee satisfaction. C, very strong. $2.25 C. HUMFELD, The Rooted Cutiing Specialisi, CLAY CENTER. KANS. sons are susceptible. It is well known that the luscious strawberry appears to be poisonous to some people, but that does not prevent the rest of us from indulging in strawberry short- cake. The harm in the tomato is laid to "lycopersic acid," whatever that may be. It is supposed to be most abundant in tomatoes that have been picked green and ripened on the way to market and the moral of all this is that one should eat only fresh toma- toes, and the inference that he should grow them himself. If the fact that some people's hearts are affected by stale tomatoes induces every man to inake a garden, we shall welcome the discovery of "lycopersic acid." — Ameri- can Botanist. Philadelphia, Pa. — Flower vendors of all classes, those selling the green carnations which are p'sntiful on St. Patrick's day, and those with the mod- est little violet in bunches, were ar- raigned in City hall March 17 on charges of disorderly conduct. Mar- ket street, from Second to Thirteenth, was cleared of the flower vendors after numerous complaints had been made to the police department in regard to their persistent methods of selling. It was declared that they would single out a prospective victim and follow him for a square with their cries of "buy a bunch of violets, mister." "Get a green carnation on St. Patrick's day. You're Irish, ain't you; get a green one," until the one solicited appealed frantically to the police. Ipomaea Multiflora, best white Moonvine, for which we have a world wide reputation, now ready, 2 1-2-inch pots $5.00 per 100. GODFREY ASCHMANN, 1012 West Onturio St. PHILADELPHIA, : PA. New Chrysanlhemum Mrs. Jane Cockburn EARLY PINK. Ready for February and March delivery. Blooms first weelc in (Jclober. Beautiful mauvo pink, Good keei)er and shipper. $6.00 per 100; $50.00 per 1000. Five hundred at one thousand rate. FIRST COME. FIRST SERVED. SAMUEL COCKBURN & SONS, 233rd St. and.Verlo Ave., Woodlawn, NEW YORK CITY. Lewlston, Me. — Ernst Saunders will soon begin the erection of another greenhouse, 200 feet long, at his plant on Upper Main street. Portland, Me. — The retailers are making great preparations for Easter and fine displays of plants in their windows. The prospects are good for a large trade for plants and flowers. BERKELEY, CALIF. — The Gardening Association will give a flower show in this city some time during April. F. H. Meyer has been named chairman of a committee to formulate pjans for such a show. The committee having charge of the distribution of seeds re- ports that 11.000 packages were sold to school children. They are to be planted at the homes of the children, while others were distributed for planting in the school yards. igio. The American Florist. 457 Vaughan's Special Offer We extend yon a cordial invitation to visit our Greenhouses and Nurseries, where you can see (or yourself our immense stock of Palms, Araucarias, Ferns and other Decorative plants. Western Springs is one-half hour ride from Chicago on the C. B. & Q. R. R. Call at our City Store and get ticket. BOSTON FERNS Doz. J8 00 10 00 14 00 Each o-in. pots -"^ /|5 7 ID, pots I 00 8 in. pots 1 25 10 in. pots 2 30 ASPARAGUS 100 Asp. Sprengeri, 2^^ in $ 3 01 3 -in 5 00 4 -in 10 00 100 $60 00 75 00 100 00 ICOO $25 00 45 00 \Vc havu a fine lot of Palms in all sizes. See catalogue. CROTONS We offer a cfioice collection of fancy sorts, well colored. Each Doz. 3-in. pots $0 20 $2 00 4-in. pots 35 3 50 5-iD. pots 50 6 00 6in. pots 1 00 10 00 Azalea Mollis Each 15 to 20 buds $0 50 40 to SO buds 1 00 Doz. > 500 10 00 Ancuba, Japonica variegated, Each Doz. 18in. high S. 55 .*5 00 24to30-in. high 1 50 15 00 Auaiba,]aponica type, 18-m.high 1 00 1000 Crimson Ramblers. Per doz. 2 years old. 2 to 3 feet, well branched, own roots $2.0» 2 years old. 2 to 3 feet, well branched, budded 2,00 3 years old, 3 to 5 feet, well branched, budded 3,00 4-inch pots 100 $40 00 Per 100 $15,00 15.00 18.00 10.00 TaUSendSCtaOn. Per doz. Per 100 2-yr, old, dormant, grafted plants $3,50 $25,00 Lady Gay. 2-yr, old, dormant stock $3.00 $20.00 Baby Rambler. Dormant, field-grown. Per doz. 100 1000 1st size, selected, budded. 3years $2,50 $16,00 $150,00 2nd size, selected, grafted, 2years 2,00 12,00 109,00 Deutzia Lemoinei, 7iD 25 2 50 20 00 Aralia Elegantissima, fine stock. Each J!'"^h J, QO 6-"i<:h 1 50 Bush Box Trees, is 18 in, high..$4°on ■' 20-24-in, high,. 8 00 Ampelopsis Veitchii, 2yr,, 175 $p 00 3 vr 2 00 IS 00 ., ., „ , Per doz, 100 1000 Clemati Pan cuia a, 2-yr.$l 50 $10 00 $90 00 3-jr, 2 00 15 00 4 yr. 3 60 25 00 ROSES Pi-r doz. Per 100 American Beauty budded. $2 00 «5 00 Gen. Jack ■■ 1 75 1400 Mrs. John Laing " 175 14 OO PaulNeyron •■ 2 00 15 00 John Hopper • 175 14 CO Fisher Holmes 175 1400 Gen. Washington 2 00 15 00 Gruss an TepUtz 2 03 15 00 Hardy Perennial Plants Doz. Achillea Eupatorium SI OU Anchusa Angustifoiia 75 Aquilegla Chrysontha in var 85 Arabis Alpina 85 Fl.Pl 85 Aster Pnziosa 1 20 Carditolius 1 00 Laevis Pulclionmus .. 1 50 Novae Belgiae Glory de Nancy. I 00 Ryecrolt Pink I 5) St Egwin 200 White Dwarf Queen 1 00 Baptisia Australis 85 Bocconia Cordata 8S Boltonla Asteroides 75 Buphalmium Cordifolium 85 Campanula Medium Calvcanthema 1 00 *■ ■ Single Mi.\ed. 1 CO Double Mixed 1 00 Single White. 1 (0 catanancbe Coemlea 85 Chelone Ljonii 1 25 Chrysanthemum Maximum 85 " North Star 1 25 '* Larsoni (new),,, 2 50 Coreopsis Lanceolate 75 Rosea 85 Daisy Shasta, California 85 •• Westralla 85 Delphinium cbinenses 75 ** *' Album 75 *' Kelway's Hybrids 85 Dianthus .Abbotsford, 125 ** Plumarius Cyclops 85 " Latifolius Coccineus pi,. 1 00 ** Plumarius double 85 IfO $7 00 500 6 00 6 00 6 00 8 00 7 00 10 00 7 00 6 00 6 00 5 00 6 00 7 00 7 00 7 00 7 00 6 00 8 00 6 CO 8 00 500 600 6 CO 6 00 S 00 5 00 6 CO 6 00 7 00 6 00 Doz. 100 Dianthus Perfection $1 25 Her Majesty SS $6 00 ** Seniprrfforens 85 6 00 Digitalis GloxiniaeHora, mixed.... 1 00 7 00 ** Maculata Iveryana, spotted 1 CO 7 CO Echinacea Purpurea fS 6 01 Erianthus Ravennae 85 6 no Eupatorium ARcratoides 85 6 00 " Frazeri 85 6 CO Funkia Lancifolia 75 5 00 Gaillardi Grandillora 85 6 00 ** KermosinaSplendens. . . . I 00 7 CO " Grandiflora srmi-pl,. 100 7 00 " SuIphurL'a 100 7 00 Festuca Glauca 85 6 00 Gypsophila Panicnlata, &. pi.. double white 1 00 8 01 Helenium Autumnale supetbum,.. 85 6 00 " Rubrum 1 00 S 00 HelianthUSMultiflorus Max 85 6 00 Sparsiflolius 85 6 00 Heliopsis Fitcherlanus 65 4 00 HemerocalllsDuniortieri 85 6 00 " P'lava 85 6 01 " Kwansofl.pl 85 6 00 Hibiscus Crimson Eye 6'l 4 CO " Moscheutos 60 4 OO Inula Enslfolia 85 6 00 Iris Pallida Dalmatica, Lavender. each ISc, 1 50 10 CO Iris Mixed German 60 4 CO Lavandula Blue Lavender 1 00 7 00 UnumFlavum 1 00 = 7 00 •' Prrenne 85 6 00 Lathyms Laiilolius Albus 1 00 7 00 '• Rubra, red ICO 7.0D lathyrus Pink Rpauty Lobelia Cardinalis, , , Lychnis Viscaria Ly simschia Barystachls Mentha Mint Monarda Didyma Myosotos PalustrisSemperflorens Phalaris .'\rundinacea var. Physostegia Virginica PlatJJCOdon Grandiflora Mariesi " .\lba Primula Vcris Grandiflora * Harbinger Pyrethrum Uliainosum Rudbeckia Golden Glow '■ Golden Ray *' Newmani Nitcda Sidalcea Rosy Gem Statice Latifolia Stokesia Cyanea '• .\Vo-i Solidaga ^'i^eau^ea Nana Sweet William, single mixed *| " Double mixed " Red. double White Tarragon True German Thaltctnun Flavum Tradescantia Virginica Trltoma Pfi tzer i Tunica Saxifraga Vinca Minor Tucca Filamentoaa Doz. , 1 00 SI 00 85 1 00 60 1 00 60 75 - S5 85 85 1 00 1 00 1 00 75 S5 85 1 00 1 00 1 00 1 00 1 00 1 25 1 CO 85 85 1 CO 1 00 85 1 on 85 1 00 1 CO 75 □ 75 100 7 00 $7 00 6 CO 800 4 00 7 00 4 CO 5 00 6 00 6 00 6 00 7 00 700 700 5 00 6 00 6 CO 7 00 7 CO 7 CO 7 CO 7 OJ 7 00 6 00 6 00 7 00 7 00 6 00 7 00 6 00 7 00 7 00 5 00 5 00 SPRING ^BOOK FOR FLORISTS!)" ASK FOR IT. VAUGHAN'S SEED STORE, NEW YORK. All Plants f. o. b. Western Springs, 111. CHICAGO. Westerly, R. I. — Conrad S. Schultz, who has been proprietor of the Elm street greenhouses for the past two years, has taken possession and is now operating the four large Smith green- houses on Franklin street. The Smith houses are 25x120 feet and are practi- cally new. The houses will be devoted to the raising of carnations and are now fully stocked with a fancy assort- ment of this flower. Batavia, N. Y. — W. W. Stroh, of Buffalo, now with W, J. Palmer & Son, and his brother, Albert L. Stroh, will become associated with their father, Louis C, Stroh, under the firm name of L. C. Stroh & Sons, and begin the erection at once of tw'o greenhouses, 70x150 feet, at the junction of South Main and River streets. It is hoped to get the greenhouses ready for busi- ness early in the summer. The firm expects to engage in the wholesale and retail trade. Louis C. Stroh years ago lived here, being employed as a cooper. Afterward he movd to At- tica, returning six years ago and buy- ing the property where the green- houses are now to be erected and put- ting up a dwelling. Washington, D. C. — F. H. Kramer used a page for his advertisement in last Sunday's Times and about half a page in the Star of the same date. Cannas King Humbert. Alphonse Bouvier, Chas. Henderson, .Mile. Herat, Ex, Crampbell, Florence Vaughan, Mad.Crozy, Souv. de Antoine Crozy. Write for special prices, stating quantity wanted. , STEMS. ton, $9,00. FRESH TOBACCO Bale of 300 lbs., $1,75; W. C. BECKERT, Seedsman, 103 Fedeial St., N.S., PmSBURG, PA, 458 The American Florist. Mar. 26, Send for Price List of Ferns, Araucarias, Palms, Asparagus, and Bedding Plants ALSO Vire Hanging Ba&KcIs: D. U.1AU6SPURGER & SONS CO., Box 778 PEORIA, ILL. Vinca Variegata,.. R. C. 90c: $8.00 per lOCO. Extra fine. DBLE. PETUNIA 2-in. $2 00 per 100 QSinUaz,2-in.,$1.2=i per 100. AbDtUons, 3 kinds. 2-ioch. 2hc. Caphca, 2-in.. IHc. Geraniums, Double Grant. Buchner. Gen. Grant 2-in . 2c. COleas, 10 kinds. Ageratnm, J kinds. Si. 50 per 100. Swainsonia alba, 2in. 3c: Snapdragon, white and scarlet. 2 in. 2c Heliotrope, Yellow Daisies, 2 in. 2c. Rose Geranium, 2 in. 2c. sal- leroi Geranium, 2'ia. 3c. Feverfew, double white, small plants. 75c: .%.C0 per ICH'i Rooted Catlings, prepaid per 100. Heliotrope, $1.00: Fuchsia, 8 kinds. $1.00: Paris Daisy, yellow, white. $1.00: cuphea, 75c. Vinca Variegata, 90c ; Coleus, 10 kinds 60c: Altemantliera,3 kinds.SOc: Ageratum. 3 kinds bOc: Swainsona alba. $1.00: DUTretunias, 10 kinds. $1.00. Cash with order. BYER BROS., GhaiDbersburg, Pa. Baltimore. Weather seasonable, suns bright, all kinds of stock in cut flowers flour- ishing. Some Easter stock, supposed a few days ago to be short, will more than fill all demands. Roses are good and quite sufficient for calls; carna- tions have slackened off and there will be no Easter glut. Some of those coming in today show signs of having been rather retarded on their way. Valley will supply all inquiries, and hyacinths and tulips, narcissus, etc., will be very abundant. Plants of all sorts are abundant. The Gardeners' Club, organlzea lor the new year by electing the follow- ing officers: George Morrison, presi- dent; Wm. Christies, vice-president; N. F. Flitton. secretary; George Tal- bott, financial secretary; Fredk. G. Burger, treasurer. The membership of the club is on the increase and in- terest grows, it is said, in its opera- tions. At the banquet held after the meeting, the dining hall was taste- fully decorated with growing plants, and the tables carried large vases of fine carnations. Robert L. Graham presided at the dinner and called up- on the speakers, all of whom urged the advantage and policy of increas- ing the number of members and the co-operation of all interested in flori- cultural interests. Mr. Morrison, the new president, is the gardener at Upland's, the country place of Mr. Jacobs, and recognized as an experi- enced rosarian and thorough all- around gardener. Quite an animated campaign is being arranged for the improvement of the appearance of the back yards of the residences of the city, and the Municipal Art society is urging the adoption of more window and porch boxes to improve the effect of the fronts of city houses. If both these features of advanced taste are fol- lowed up the gain to the looks of the city will be great. S. B. Mrs. C. W. Ward Mrs. C. W. Ward is a perfectly formed flower, with full center; color, deep pink, several shades lighter than Lawson, deeper than Winsor; having strong, erect stems 24 to 36 inches in length. A vigorous, healthy grower, and has never shown disease of any kind. Price, Rooted Cuttings:— $2.00 per 12; $12.00 per 100; $100.00 per 1000; 25 at the 100 rate; 250 at the KXK) rate. Plants from 2 -inch pots, $15.00 per 100. ALMA WARD ALL SOLD. Cottage Gardens Co., Inc. QUEENS, LONG ISLAND, N. Y. Splendid SEED of Phoenix Roebelenii Price on application to SSNDER, Bruges, Belgium. Carnations Readynow. Victory. $1.50; Lawson Enchantress. $2.00: Bassttt.$3.50: and Fenn. at $1.00 per 10). Ready the latter part of April. W. Perfection, R. Pinli and Enchantress at tl. Super ICO; Lawson and Winsor. at $1.25 per 100. GERANIUMS Ready early in April. Nutt. atSin.OO per lOX): Poitevine and Ricard. at $12.50 per lOOu. PLUMOSUS. Ready May 1st. at .*.'5.01 per 1000. SPR£NGERI. Readynow. Speciil size, ready for 4-io. pots, at $5.00 per 100: samples for ICc. ALBERT M. HERR, Lancaster, Pa. R^o't^d Carnation Cuttings Per 100 Per 1000 Enchantress $2 OO $18 00 Sarah Hill, white 4 CO 35 00 Lawson Enchantress, pink 2 SO 20 00 Lawson, pink 2 00 15 00 W. H. Taft, red 4 SO 40 00 Beacon, red 3 00 25 00 Victory, red 2 SO 2) 00 Lawson, variegated 250 2000 Cash with order or C. O. D. SCHEIDEN a SCHOOS, 517 Asbury Ave.. Evanston. III. Fabgo, N. D. — C. D. Potter and wife, who have conducted a greenhouse and retail establishment here, have decided to go west. TOUNGSTOWN, O. — In connection with the opening of the Guttridge store, March 11, many beautiful floral pieces were in evidence, gifts from various admirers and well-wishers of the firm. Among the donors and their gifts were the following: J. R. Klein & Co., Downing, Clarlc & Co., Harry Alt and Howell Powel, floral horse shoes, and Henry C. Biddle & Co., Saul Fiegen- baum, K. W. Hexter & Co., W. R. Peat, Harry Young and William Als- berg & Co., large baskets. A New Fern NEPHROLEPIS GIATRASII Awarded a Certificate of Merit by the Horticultural Society of New York. Prices: in 214-inch pots, $3.50 per dozen; $25.00 per 100; $200.00 per 1000. 25 plants at 100 rates; 600 plants at 1000 rates. Orders delivered in rotation as received. NOW Ready for delivery, GEORGE GLA,TRAS, 463 Summit Ave., West Hoboken.N, J, SPECIALTIES. Roses, from 3 in pots. Cbrysanthemiuns Carnations for fall delivery. Smllax, Violets IN BEST VARIETIES. Prices low. Send for list. Wood Brothers. SiXS: XvOOk: At our prices for A No. 1 stock of Roses, Ferns, Dahlias, Cannas, Hydrangeas, Peonies. See Classified Department. Wagner Park Conservatories - Sidney, 0. «,■«-▼ /^n/^T 1 f^ rhere are none better Plirn WT A V "'^■> "*"' Beauty. Lord riJLll^lA^ Byron, Renan and WHlte * »'»***'*^»»^ Beauty, strong 2Vi inch plants ready,$4 OO per lUO New Heliotrope. Miw Bernice a sport of Mme. Bruant and a great im- proTcmentonthe latter 2H inch S8.00 per 100. KataloK for the Asking. SKIDELSKY & IRWIN GO^ 1215 DetzBldtf.. PHUADEtPHIA. PA. tgio. The American Florist. 459 Pelargonium NOVELTIES. From 2^2-111 • pots, each, 25c; doz., $2.60. 1 each of 6 vars., $1.35; 3 each, $3.65. Emanuel Lias — Mottled rose and white. Kln^ Haakon — Purple, dark blotch on lower petals. King of Spain — Reddish purple, light center. LadaS — Blush pink, upper petals blotched maroon. Lady Churchill— Blush salmon. Prince Olaf— Orange scarlet. STANDARD SORTS. Extrastrong2i2-in-Pots(ready £or3-in.).$1.60 $10.00 " 3 " 4 " . 2.00 12.00 Countess— Clear salmon, white center. Dorothy — Rosy salmon, blotched dark maroon. Goldmine — Bright orange, one of the freest. Mme. Thibaut — white, blotched marooQ and rose. Mme. Vibert— Fiery red, blotched maroon , edged pink . Mrs. R. Sandlford — Pure white, double. Marie Mallet — White, blotched maroon. Princess May — Salmon rose, maroon blotches. Sandiford'S Best — Beautiful pink, white margin. Sandiford's Wonder — Blotched white and red. Surprise — Fiery red, black blotches, white margin. Tommy Dodd — Lower petals blush, upper maroon and crimson. Mrs. Layal— The "Pansy Geranium." NEW YORK. All plants f.o.b. Western Springs. "Spring Book for Florists." Ask for it. CHICAGO- Rooted Carnation Cuttings For Immediate Delivery. ENCHANTRESS, PERFECTION, BEACON, $3,00 per 100; $25.00 per 1000. ROSE PINK ENCHANTRESS and WDJSOR, $2.60 per 100; $20.00 per 1000. We can fill orders from 1000 to 100,000 and guarantee the stock. J. D. THOMPSON CARNATION CO., I JOLIET, ILL. J Mew Method of Forcing Plants. Most plants in temperate regions, where the cold of winter is severe enoug-h to put an end to plant growth. have learned to take a rest in winter and this habit has become so thor- oughly fixed that, even when dug up and kept in a greenhouse, such plants refuse to grow until they have finish- ed their natural dormant period. By taking the plants up early in autumn and giving them a good freezing it has been found that they begin at once to grow. Evidently the cold has something to do with the acceleration of the resting process. A few j'ears ago, it was discovered that by expos- ing plants to the fumes of ether or chloroform for a short time, they would grow exactly as they would if frozen or if allowed to finish their natural period of dormancy. Recently a German, Prof. Molisch, according to a botanical journal, has written a pamphlet in which he claims that the plants can be forced as well by warmth as by cold. In the new treat- ment, all that is required is to im- merse the shoots of the plants to be forced, in water at a temperature of 30° to 35° centigrade (about 80° or 90° of the ordinary scale) for 10-12 MMMnnnMMMnnnMMMnnnMMMnnnMMM M H H n n SPALM SEEDS n n n m n m n n m m M n n n Kentia Seed Per S. S. Australis, to arrive this month. Also other Palm Seeds for Immediate Delivery Per 100 Kentia Forsteriana $0 50 Belmoreana 50 Cocos WedJeliana 1 00 Areca Lutescens 1 00 La'ania Borbonica 30 Livistona rotundifolia 2 00 Chinensis 1 00 Phcenix Canariensis 30 Roebeleni 100 Musa Ensete 1 00 Prices on Iiarger Quantities npon application UlOO 10,000 $4 50 $40 00 4 00 37 50 7 50 70 00 7 60 70 00 2 50 20 00 17 50 7 50 70 00 3 00 27 50 7 50 7 50 n m M H n n m m M n n n S Arthur T. Boddington, « S 342 West 14th Street, seedsman , ^EW YORK. J Geraniums Colevs 100 1000 8 varieties, my selection, 2V2-in. pots. .?3 00 $25 03 Asp. SprenSerl seedlinsrs 100 7 00 Double Petunias, 3 00 10 varieties o( Cannas, SH-in. pols. Apr.l.. 4 05 1(0 10 varieties. 2M in pots. .Apr.l $ 2 00 400 Asp. Plumosus, 24 in pots 2 00 Altemantheras, red and yellow. Apr.l 2 OO Pansy Plants small $250perKO) SO Pansy Plants, large, Apr.l 1 SO Cash. No C. O. D, JOS. H. CUNNINGHAM, Delaware, O. hours, after which they are to be kept in a dark moist chamber at a temper- ature of about 80° until they begin to grow. Then they are brought into ordinary greenhouse conditions and bloom very quickly. 460 The American Florist. Mar. 26, EASTER LILIES GIGANTEUMS FiDi\ clean, well foliaged plants, just right for Easter: S and 6-in. pots. 10c and 12c per bud. Hyacinths, 4 in.. 15. . Hydrangeas. Prices on application. Paper Whites, Von Sions, Tulips, 25: per 6 in. pot or pan. Single Violets, cu (lowers. .*7..50 per 1000. GRABS & HUNTER FLORAL GO., GRAND RAPIDS. MICH. Pansies Stocky little plants of our best strain. $2. fO per 1030; transplanted plants that will b.' in bloom for Easter. Si 50 ixr inO; $12,50 ppr lOOO. DAISIES (Bellis). J2.no p.r lOi 0. CINERARIAS and PRIMULA Obconica, 4 in, pots, J5.0U per 100, J. C. SCHMIDT BRISTOL, PA. List s^'oo Roses Bumper crops for spring delivery, <3Hfl FFni F f LORAL COMPAHY«^ »SJ.£ . U I- U U L L \sPRiNGriEi.D-oHio- J Gladiolus Bulbs in Mixture P'irst size, $1.5,(10 per IOO1I; second size $10.1X1 pvv 1000; thinl M/.v J;,'<,iHl per UKili; fourth size, (good plaining' ,^t...;h ) Jo.iKi j,er ItHio. This is one of the finest mixtures ever offered. FRANK BANNING, Kinsman, Ohio. Originator of America and Niagara. Sympathy With the Soil. "Live plants. Handle with care," reads the label of the nurseryman, but did you ever think that good seeds are alive? The next time you are in a seed store take off your hat and do obeisance to those dry shelves! They contain potential, living Individ- uals, needing but a touch of His fin- ger who said: "I am the resurrection and the Life." These plant-babies are like our own, requiring, in prup<.r ration, three things: moisture, air and warmth. Deprived of any one of these, the other two will only avail to destroy life. The housewife "pre- serves" by removing any one of the three. In the dried fruits, the mois- ture; in canning, the air; in refriger- ation, the warmth. Proving that even the lower forms of bacterial life she would avoid; live by the same rule. So of your garden; if so wet or solid that air can not freely enter the soil; if too cold or too dry — failure. Also this will be true of the opposite etxreme, if too porous, too hot, or too wet. There must be proportion, that the struggling babe find comfort, and that his nurses, the soil-bacteria, may also thrive and provide his food. Every secret or right soil, right season, right planting depth, the de- tails of exposure — even most trans- planting problems end in this study of "comfort", for living things. One must be sympathetic, and liistinctive- ly "feel" for them. You must see and hear their laughter and their plaints. Add but food to the three items above named and their "cup runneth over." "But I've never had a garden in my life! What should you advice try- ing?" Anything — Collier's Weekly. CSNNSS Strong Dormant Roots START YOUR CANNAS NOW FOR SPRING TRADE. We have a fine stock of the best varieties, of our own growing, at exceptionally low prices: PerieO Per 1000 Buttercup, Beaute de Poitevine, Florence Vaughan, Pierson's Premier, Rohallion, Robt. Christie, Souv. d' Antoine Crozy, Pennsylvania, Crimson Bedder and Frederic Senary $3 00 $26 00 Golden King, Milt. Berat, L. Patry, Austria, Robusta 2 00 15 00 King Humbert and Tarrytown 8 00 Tuberous Rooted Begonias Separate colors— White, Pink, Scarlet, Crimson and Yellow. Single $2 60 per 100 Double $4 50 per 100 CALADIUIVI ESCULENTUN Bulbs 6-9 in. circumference ^S 00 per 100 9-12 in $6 00 per 100 GLOXINIAS Finest mixed colors $3 50 per 100 Separate colors $4 60 per 100 F. R. PIERSON CO., Tarrytown=on=Hudsoii, N. V. Carnations ROOTED CUTTINGS Per 100 Per 1000 Mrs. C. W. Ward $12 00 $100 00 Alma Ward 15 00 125 00 Mrs. J. C. Vaughan, Bay State and Georgia 6 00 SO 00 Robert Craig, Afterglow and Enchantress 3 50 30 00 New Crop Early Flowering Single Chrysanthemum Seed and Gold Medal Pentstemons at 25c and $1.00 per package. CHARLES H. TOTTY, Madison, N. J. JUANITA, (Wah-nee-ta) A grand scarlet Carnation, with about a 3H-inch flower, wel built up with a two foot stem. Its Strong Points Are: Abundance of large, high grade flowers at all times; stem very stiff, with good habit in every way; keeping qualities are wonderful; burst blooms arc rare. We have grown it 6 years and will still grow a^ many as we have now. We have never over propagated it. so its vitality is not impaired. Cuttings will be taken from flower stems which are the best. The color is so bright and rich it takes with evf-ry one. Wr have a very large stock. I^rice: Rooted cuttings $8.00 per 100: iT^faO.OO per lOOO. Special price in large lots. Unrooted stock half price. A discount of 5% for cash. Westport, Conn. THE HLLOW FLOWER COMPANY, Ferns for Dishes... Assorted varieties. 2^-in. pots, $3.50 per 100; $30.00 per 1000. Cash with order. FRANK OECHSLIN 4911 Qulncy St. CHICAGO. Mention the American Florist when writing EVANSVILLE, IND. — J. T>. Carmocly. who has been under the weather for some time, is out and about again. He says he didn't die because he has a grudge against the undertaker. GOSHEN, IND. — Miss Dora Brown, of the Colonial Flower Shop, will open a retail store at Gary in the near future. Miss. Brown has leased a room in the new Gem building and purchased fix- tures and supplies in Chicago Miss Brown started here three years ago and has succeeded in building up a flno trade. She will still control the Colonial, leaving Miss Ruth Cripe in charge. CANNAS ^""'pVan.,. King Humbert, ..■jS.OO per 100 Chas. Henderson and si.v other standard named varieties $2.00 per 100 David Harum and Kgandale.lS.OO per 100 W. W. COLES, Kokomo. Ind. Young Roses ««• Chrysanthemums, Cannas, Coleus, Geraniums and all Soft Wooded Plants. Ferns Ferns Ferns Ferns OEO. A. KUHr, Pekin. lU. Wholesale Grower to the Trade. We shall have some Specials for Decoration Day Pittsburg, Pa. — At the regular monthly meeting of the Botanical So- ciety of Western Pennsylvania, held in the Herbarium room of the Carnegie museum March 10. an interesting paper was read by Prof. D. R. Sumstine. He had for his subject "Botanical Experi- ences and Investigations During the Past Tear." igio. The American Florist. 461 BEGONIA LORRAINE I^eaf Otitting:* For immediate Delivery. Stock in excellent con- dition. 100 at $12 00; 500 al $50.00. Prices for larger quantities on application. Bay Trees m— t. Palms New Groton Fred Sander In all sizes. Always on hand for Immediate Delivery. Write for Special Wholesale Price List. Stove Plants, Box Trees, Blue Spruce and other Evergreens. JULIU5 R0EHR5 CO., Rutherford, N, J. A very striking variety. First .\ wards wherever exhibited. 3- inch pots, $ 1 .00 each; $10.00 per doz.; 5-in. pots, $2.00 each; $20.00 per doz. Delivery from Apr. 1. ^"^ — *_ri !'■. ■ .rfJ^ Largest s'ocic of established plants in Amor- ^ P ■ f> 111 Cl j^ ''^3' Fresh imported plants from the woods ^■^ ^^■.MM^i«*i^ now arriving. Write for prices. A FEW GOOD THINGS YOl WANT. Rex Begonia, 2'in. $5.00 per IjX). Acporagns Sprengerl,3-m. $5.00 per too Geraniums, Nutt. Doyle. Perkins. Grant. La Favorite. R. C..$1.25; 2-in. pots. $2.00: 3in., $4.00 per 100: Viaud. Castellane, Foitevine, Jaulin. Ricard, Buchner. R. C. $1.50; 2-in. pots, $2 50: 3-in.. $5.00 per 100; Mme. Saileroi. 2-iD.,$3.00 per 100. AsparagOS Plomosns, 2-in.. $3.00 per 100: 3-Id,. $5.00 per 100. Cut fronds 25c per bunch- Boston Ferns, 5-in 25c each. Wliitmani Fema. 4-in. 25c each. Cycas Palms, 4 to 5 leaves, $1.00, $1.50 and $2.00. Vlnca Var., 2 in. $2.00 per 100. Cash with order. No C. O. D. All shipments at risk of purchasers, after being: delivered to the express companies properly packed in good order GEO. M. EMMANS, Newton, N. J. White Killarney, My Maryland, Pink Killarney. Rooted cuttings and 2H-in. plants. Booking orders now for future deliveries. The Bight Place -The Right Goods— The Right Price— come and See Them Grow. 1000 $60 00 35 fO 35 00 2H-liich 3500 lOO $8 50 600 600 550 500 700 1000 $ 75 00 55 60 55 00 50 00 45 00 65 00 at R. 100 White KiUamey . . . . $6 50 Pink Killarney 4 00 My Maryland 4 00 Richmond Brides -American Beauties.. 4 00 3H-in. sizes will be otiered. when ready 4096 increase over2H-in. You cannot afford to buy poor stock at 5096 less. CHRTSANTHEMUMS, Rooted Cuttings and 2H- in. Good comm.-rcial varieties. Price lists will bo mailed on request. Poehlmann Bros. Co., Morton Grove, Dl. Neph. Whitman! 2^-in 5.00perl00 MAGNIFICA (new), 2H-in... 25.00 per 100 Boston Ferns jl^o'pe^ioo. Henry H. Barrows & Son, Whitman, Mass ASPARAGUS, Robustus ,5-inch. strong. $5.iiu \kx ICKJ. Per KX) Asparagas, ^prengeri, .vinch strong $5 00 Smilax, 2Vi in. strong 3 00 Vlnca Var., 2i-r. .v, 4 in $3 00, $5 00. 9 00 Geraniums, Heterantbe and J. Doyle. 4 in... 7 00 Dormant Canna Roots, .Mlemania. Penn sylvania, K;ite Gra\ 2 50 King Humbert. New York 5 00 WEST END GREENHOUSES, Hans Schmalzl, E>rop. Lincoln, III. Klamath Palls, Ore. — It is report- ed that Brittan & Krause will begin without delay the erection of a green- house plant on the Enterprise tract adoining the Mills addition in this city, utilizing, as is now done in the Lewis greenhouses, natural hot water from the splendid mineral springs ' there. True to Type ORCHIDS April Importations. Direct from Collectors. Cattleya Triana, Labiata, Gaskelliana, Scliroederse, Mossise, Mendelii, and .A.urea; also Miltonia, Vexillaria and Roezlii and all Denrobiums and Phalaenopsis. Received early give good growths and flowers the first season. Write G. L. FREEMAN CO., Fall River, Mass. Successors to G. L. FREEMAN, Holyoke, Mass. ORCHID PEAT, (Osmunda Fibre) Finest quality, hand cleaned, free from sticks and dirt. In chunks or handpicked ready for use. Also Rotted and Azalea Peats, Leaf Mold, Live or Baled Sphagnum Moss. Prices and samples on application. THE C. W. BROWNELL CO., WALDEN, N. Y. We have chanered our domicile from Secau- cus. N. J., to Mamaroneck. N. V. We are larifest collectors BDd importers of Orchids and are DOW booking orders for all the com mercial Cattleyas for delivery next spring' CARRILLO & BALDWIN, Mamaroneck, W. Y. JOSEPH BEACOCK CO. WYNCOTE, PA. Growers of Fine Kentias Send for Price List. Snow-Whilc Sport o! Helen Frick Glirysantliemum From 214-inch pots $10.00 per 100. Rooted cuttings, $8.00 per 100. Unrooted cuttings, $.5.00 per 100. HENRY EICHHOLZ, Waynesboro, Pa. MOLINE, III. — Work is progressing well on the new greenhouse plant of Julius Staack & Sons. A boiler house has been finished, the boilers are being placed and a 60-foot stack is being erected- A house for the man in charge and two greenhouses, 400 feet long, have also been started. Orchids #i Arrived In line condition : Cattleya War nerii. C. Harrisoniae. C. Gaskelliana and C Gigas (Hardyana type); also Dendrobium Phalxnopsis Schroederianum and Odonto- glossum luteo-purpureum. La(ier £c Hurrell, Summit, N. J. Robert Craig Co... aiSs PALMS and Novelties in Decorative Plants. Market and 49th Sts., Pliiladelptiia, Pa Rooted Cuttings Per 101) 1000 Hellotropes.Sl.OO $s.00 Daisies, while nnd \illow .l.CO Coleus 70 6.00 Feverfew, $1.75 per 100 Per 100 1000 Petunias.... $1.25 $10.00 Salvias l.OO S.OO Alyssum.dbl. .80 A^eratums . . .60 5.00 $10.00 per 1000. .Aboui Express paid on rooted cuttinirs. S. D. BRANT, Clay Center, Kans. CINCINNATI, O, — Eight persons were seriously injured receiitly when a greenhouse at the Eden Park con- servatories collapsed as a result of March winds. Every one of the two adults and six children who had sought slielter in the place from the wind, which amounted to a gale, suffered broken bones. Of those injured two are probably fatally hurt. 462 The American Florist, Mar. 2b, Index to Advertisers Advance Co The... VllI Akron Mch Co VIII Allen J K 445 Am Blower Co 459 American Spawn Co.45i Amling E C 441 AndorsenSpec'ltyCo.468 Anderson Flo Co.... 449 Anderson S A 448 Andorra Nurseries ..4:5 Aphine MfirCo,... 467 Ascnmann Godfrey.. 456 Atlanta Floral Co... 447 Augrspurger D & Son458 Baer Julius 448 Barrows H H & Son. 461 Banning Franlc 460 Bassett & Washburn435 Baur Window Glass Co 469 Bayersdorfer H VII BeavenE A 446 Beckert W C 457 Berning H G 442 Berrydale Exp Gar.. 455 Bertermann Bros Co44S Bindekunst Verlag...471 Blackistone Z D 448 Blind HL& Bros. ..447 Bobbink & Atkins. . .454 Boddington A T 4.59 Bodger Jno&'SonsCo451 Boland J B Co 447 Bowe M A 447 Brague L B & Son.. 446 Brants D 461 Braslan Seed Gro Cc450 Breitmever's J Sons 447 Bridgeman's 4^1 BrownAlfred SeedCo45) Brownell C W & Co.461 BruDsHN VI Bryan Alonzo J 4^2 BudlongJ A 438 Bunyard A T 449 Burpee W A & Co.. 451 Byer Bros 458 Caldwell the Woods- man Co 416 Carrillo & Baldwin.. 461 Chi Cam Co I Chi House Wreck Co472 Clark The E B Co. .451 Clarke's Sons David. 449 Cleveland CutFlo Co447 Cockburn S& Sons. 456 Coles W W 460 Cotsonas Geo & Co. .446 Cottage Gardens 458 Cowee W J 472 Crabb&HuBter 460 Craig RobtCo 461 Crump Frank F 449 Cunningham Jos H .459 Daniels & Fisher 449 DardsChas 447 Dayton Floral Co... 447 Oeamud J B Co 438 Detroit Flower Pot.. 471 Deitsch A&C0....VIII Diller Caskey&Keen46S Dillon J L 45o Dingee & Conard Co45S Dorner F & Sons Co I Dreer H A Ill 469 Dunlop JohnH 449 Eagle Mach V/orks. .4/2 Eagle Wire Wks...VII Edwards Fold'gBox.472 Eichholz Henry 461 Elliott W H 412 EUwanger & Barry. .455 Emmans Geo M 461 Eyres HG 449 Pillow Flower Co.... 460 Fisher HA &Co....44'i FiskeSeed Co 451 Florists' Hail Assn. VII Foley Mfg Co VII For Sale and Rent. 437 Ford Bros 445 Freeman G L 461 Froment H E 445 Galvin Thos F 449 Garland Geo M Co. VII Gasscr J M Co 449 Giatras Geo '58 Giblin & Co VIII Gorham & Cliapline.4S9 Gude Bros 418 Guttman Alex J 445 Hammond Benj 470 Hartmann Hjalmar..451 Harslach Jacques. . .\" I Hauswirth Florist... 418 Heacock Jos Co 461 Hcinl Geo A 449 Heinl John & Son...4«7 Herr Albert M 4.58 Herrmann A VII Hess & Swohoda 448 Hews A H &Co 471 Hilfinger Bros 471 Hill The EG Co.... I Kippard E 469 Hitchings & Co 472 Hoerber Bros 441 HoSinan Florist 449 Holm & Olson 447 Holton & Hunkcl...442 Hooker H M Co 469 Hort Trade Journal. 471 Humfeld C 456 HuntE H 441 46! Igoo Bros Vlt IsbellSM &Co 4M Jackson & Perkins. 45i Jacobs S & Sons...\TII Johnson D D 467 Johnson W W &Son451 Johnston Heating Co468 Kasting W F Co....4 Murray Samuel 447 Myers Florist 448 Myers & Co VIII Nash Chas Co 455 «•*» I Wittbold \ Waterins System IThe saving in time and labor for one season will pay for a com- plete equipment. For particnlars write to E. H. HUNT / 70-78 WttMBh Ave^ CmCAOO i Nat Flo B of Trade.. 462 Natural Guano Co. ..462 N V Cut Flower Ex.445 Niessen Leo Co 443 North Carolina Evergreen Co 446 Oeschlin Frank 460 Palethorpe PR Co. .47-1 Palisade Nurseries.. 4.55 Palmer W J & Sons. 449 Park Floral Co 448 Pape & Bergman 451 Peacock Dahlia Farms 455 Perfeclicn Chem Co.47(l Peters & Reed Pot'y471 Peterson J A I Phoenix Nursery Co.454 Pierce F O Co 469 Pierson A N V Pierson FRC0....I 460 Pieters & Wheeler Seed Co 451 Pitou Eugene Ir 455 Pittsburg Cut Flo Co443 Pittsburg Florist Ex.443 Poehlmann Bros Co 439 461 PoUworth C C Co 4.88 462 Pulveriz'd ManureCo462 Quaker CitvMchWks VIII Raedlein basket Co 467 Randall A L Co. ...441 Randolph & Mc Clements 469 Ravnor I 1 445 Ready Reference. . . .463 Reed& Keller VII Regan Print House.. 47! Reimers M D 447 Reinberg Geo 441 Reinberg Peter 437 Rice Bros 4(2 Rock W L Co 449 Roehrs Julius Co 461 Robinson Henry M Co 446 Rohnert Waldo 451 Routzabn Seed Co...\'I Sander & Son 4.5S Scheiden & Schoos. 458 Schmalz Hans 461 Schmidt J C 460 Schuliheis Bros 454 Schuiz Jacob 449 Shaffer Geo C 448 Sharp Partridge &Co VIII Sheridan WF 445 Sirocco Eng'ring Co469 Skidelsky & Irwin. ..458 Slinn BSJr 445 Smith A W&C0....447 Smith Elmer D& Co4,56 Smith Gurdon B 449 Smith Henry 449 Smith Wm C 412 Smith W & T Co.... I Smits Jacs 454 Stearns Lumber Co VIII Sterling Emery Wheel Co 462 Stoothoff H A Co. .47n Storrs & Harrison Co455 Sub-Target Gun Co. 4^8 Supi-rior ChemicalCo467 Superior Machine & Boiler Works . .4f,8 Syracuse Pottery Co. 471 Thompson Car Co. 459 Thomson Wm&Son..4^>7 Thorburn J M&Co. ..VI Totty Chas H....VI 44-in., $3 per 100. Mosbaek Greenhouse Co.. Onarga. 111. FICUS. Flcus elastlca, 6-ln.. 35c each; $4 per doz.; 6-in.. 50c each; $6 per doz. Pandu- rata. 6-in.. $2.50 each. Geo. Wittbold Co., 737 Buckingham PL, Chicag o. Flcus elastlca, 22-24 Ins., $6 per doz.; $50 per 100. Frank Oechslln, 4911 Quincy St., Chicago. ^ Rubber plants. 5 and 6-ln., $3 per doz. W. W. Coles, Kokomo, Ind. GENISTAS. Genista racemosa, 4-ln., 30c each; $3.25 per doz.; 6-ln., 75c each; $8 per doz. Vaughan's Seed Store, Chicago and N. Y. GERANIUMS. Geraniums, strong 2-in. stock, Heteranthe, Nutt, Jean Viaud, La Favorite, L'Aube, Hill, $2 per 100; $18 per 1,000. Our selec- tion, $17 per 1.000. Pamela, $4 per 100. Anastasie Lecadre, $3 per 100. Red Wing, the best novelty of the season. 25c each; $2.50 per doz. Write for geranium cata- log ue. F. H. De Witt & Co., Wooster, Ohio . Geraniums, Nutt, Doyle, Perkins, Grant, La Favorite, R. C, $1.25; 2-ln., $2; 3-ln., $4 per 100. Vlaud, Castellane, Poltevine, Jaulin, Rlcard, Buchner, R. C, $1.60; 2-ln., $2.50; 3-ln., $5 per 100. Mme. Salleroi, 2-in., $3 per 100. G. M. Emmans, Newton, N. J. Geraniums, standard vars., 2-in., $2 per 100; $18.60 per 1,000; 3-ln., $3. Apple scented, 2-ln., $2 per 100; 3-ln., $3. Ivy leaved. 2-ln., $2 per 100; $18.60 per 1,000. R. Vincent, Jr. & Sons. White Mars h, Md. Geraniums, standard varieties. 2^ -in.. $3 per 100; $25 per 1,000; 3-in.. $6 per 100; $60 per 1.000; 4-In.. $10 per 100; $90 per 1.000; 6-in.. $15 per 100; $140 per 1,000. Mosbaek Greenhouse Co., Onarga, 111 . Geranium, Rlcard, Nutt, Buchner, from 2 and 2% -in. pots, extra fine lot of strong, cool grown plants, $2.25 per 100; $20 per 1,000; mixed, $2 per 100; $18 per 1,000. Well packed. J. R. Brooks, Oxford Depot, N. Y. Geraniums, dbl. Grant. Buchner. Gen. Grant 2-in.. 2c; Rose. 2-ln., 2c: Salleroi, 2 -in., ' 3c. Byer Bros., Chambersburg, P a. Geraniums. Heteranthe, Doyle, 4-ln., $T per 100. West End G reenhouses, Lincoln, 1 11. Geraniums, 8 vara., 2%-ln., $3 per 100; $26 per 1,000. Jos. H. Cunningham, Dela- ware, O. . Geraniums. Mme. Salleroi, 3-ln., $2.50 per 100. Wagner Park Conservatories, Sidney, O . Geraniums, leading vars., 3-in., $3.50 per 100. F. C. R iebe, Webster, Mass. Geraniums. Nutt, $10 per 1.000; Poltevine and Rlcard. $12.50. A. M. Herr, Lancaster, Pa. GREENS. Greens, cut palmetto and cycas leaves, galax, leucothoe, ferns, mosses, etc. Kervai> Co., 113 W. 28th St. New York. If YoQ Do Not Find What You Need in Our Ready Reference Department, Write Us About It igio. The American Florist. 465 Greens, fancy and dagger ferns. $1.75 per 1,000. Galax, bronze and green. $1.25 per 1,000; 10.000, $7.60. Sphagnum Moss, large Bales. $1.26; Leucothoe Sprays, $1 per 100; 1 000, $7.60. Boxwood, 35c per bunch. 60 lbs., $8.60. Michigan Cut Flower Exchange, Inc.. 38-40 Broadway, Detroit. Mich. Greens, dagger and fancy ferns, $1.50 per 1.000. Bronze and green galax, $1 per 1,000; $8.60 per 10,000. Leucothoe Sprays. $1 per 1,000; $7.60 per 10,000. Henry M. Robinson & Co.. 16 Province St., Bosto n , Mass. Greens, hardy ferns. $1.26 per 1,000. Baled spruce for cemetery use. L. B. Brague & Son, Hinsdale. Mass. Greens, southern wild srallax. Log mosses, natural and perpetuated. B. A. Beaven, Evergreen, Ala. Greens, evergreen, fancy and dagger ferns, bronze and green galax. Geo. Cot- s onas & Co., 33 W. 28th St.. New York. HA RDY PLANTS. Dreer's special ofCer of hardy perennial phloxes. See page advertisement In this Is- sue for prices and varieties. Henry A. Dreer,_714 Chestnut St.. Philadelphia. Hardy perennial plants. For varieties and prices, see advertisement elsewhere in this issue. Vaughan's Seed Store, Chicago and New York. Perennials. All of the most desirable va- rieties. Let us know your wants. Wagner Park Conservatories. Sid ne y, O . Hardy plants. Special prices on field- grown stock to close out. Write if inter- ested. Mosbaek Greenhouse Co.. Onarga. 111 . Moonvines. 2% -in.. $5 per 100. Godfrey As chmann. 1012 W. Ontario St.. Philade lphia. Perennials and other hardy plants. Palisades Nurseries. Inc. , S parkhill, N. Y. Herbaceous plants. Bobbink & Atkins, Rutherford. N. J. HELIOTROPES. Heliotrope. Miss Bernlce, 2% -In.. $8 per 100. Skidelsky & Irwin Co., 1215 Betz Bldg., Philadelphia. Heliotrope, R. C, $1 per 100; 2>4-in.. $2.50. Mosbaek Greenhouse Co., Onarga. 111 . Heliotrope. 2-ln., 2c. Byer Bros.. Cham- bersbur g . Pa. Heliotrope, rooted cuttings. 75c per 100, prepaid. A. W. Higgtns. Westfleld, Mass. HYDRANGEAS. Hydrangea Arborescens Grandiflora Alba. The true large flowering forcing variety, warranted true. 2% -in. pots, $3 per 100; 1-year field-grown, strong, 12 to 18 Inches, $6 per 100; $55 per 1,000. New trade list ready. Write for it today. The Good & Reese Co., The Largest Rose Growers in the World, Springfield . O. Hydrangea Arborescens Grandiflora. We have the largest stock of strong 2-year plants in America. Plants 2 to 3 feet, $2.60 per doz. ; $15 per 100; $140 per 1,000. Good plants, 16 to 20 Inches. $10 per 100. List free. E. Y. Teas. Centervil le, Ind. Hydrangea Arborescens Grandiflora Alba (grown from stock obtained from The E. G. Hill Co.). Feld grown 16 to 20 Ins.. $7 per 100; $65 per 1.000; a smaller size. $5 per 100; 2%-in.. $3 per 100; $25 per 1,000. John A. Doyle, Springfield, O. Hydrangea Hortensis, heavy plants in 8- In. pots. $12 per 100; 10-in., extra heavy, $15. Wagner Park Conservatories, Sidney, Ohio. Hydrangea paniculata Grandl, IS to 24 ins.. Sc; 2 to 3 ft., 9c. Dingee & Conard Co.. West Grove, Pa. Hydrangea paniculata. grandl, 18 to 24 Ins.. 6c: 2 to 3 ft., 9c. Dingee & Conard Co.. West Grove. Pa. LttT or THE VALLEY. To Import Lily of the valley. Jacs Smlts, Ltd., Naarden Holland. Lily of the valley. London Market. $1.75 per 100; $14 per 1,000. Premium, $1.60 per 100; $12 per 1.000. International, $1.26 per 100; $10 per 1.000. Vaughan's Seed Stor e, Chicago a n d New Yo rk. Lily of the valley. Otto Mann, Leipzig. Saxony. Germany. Itom Storage. Lily of the valley, cold storage, 250, $3.60; per 1,000. $13. W. C. Beckert, Northalde, Plttsb^g,_Pa. _ Lily of the valley. H. N. Bruns, 3040 W. Madison St.. Chicago. LOBELIA. Lobelia Kathleen Mallard, 2-ln.. $2 per 100; $18.60 per 1,000; 3-ln., $3. R. VlnoeLt, Jr., & Sons Co.. White Marsh, Md. MOSS. Select Sphagnum for window dressing, long and clean; guaranteed first-class (2) 10 bbl. bales, $5.60; (2) 5 bbl. bales. $3.60. W. H. Stackhouse, Mgr., Waretown. N. J. MY0S01IS. Myosotis. early flowering, 3-in.. $3 per 100. Mosbaek Greenhouse Co.. Onarga. 111. MUSHROOM SPAWN. Mushroom Spawn. Lambert's Pure Cul- ture. American Spawn Co.. St. Paul, Minn. Mushroom Spawn. Sure Crop, $8 per 100 lbs. Weeber & Don, 114 Chambers St., N. Y. NURSERY STOCK. IVY. Ivy. English, pot-grown plants. 4-ln. pots, 3-ft. long. 3 to 5 branches. $12 to $16 per 100. A. L. Miller, Jamaica Opp. Schenck Ave.. Br ooklyn . N. Y. Ivy. German and parlor. 2-in.. $2 per 100; $18.50 per 1.000. R. Vincent, Jr. & Sons Co.. White Marsh. Md. LANTANAS. Lantanas. 5 vars.. 2-ln.. $2 per 100; $18.50 per 1,000; 3-ln.. $3. R. Vincent, Jr. & Sons Co., White Marsh, Md. LILACS. Lilacs. Jacs Smlts, Naarden, Holland. Nursery stock. Norway maples. 14 to 18 ft. Rhododendron hybrids. 1-3 ft.; Maxi- mum. 3-6 ft. Koster blue spruce. 4-5 ft and 6-6 ft. Cal. privet, 2-3 ft.. 3-4 ft. Fruit, shade and ornamental trees and shrubs. Morris Nursery Co.. 1 Madison Ave., New York. Nursery stock, blue spruce, berried plants, climbing plants, clematis, conifers, ever- greens, funkias, Japan maples, hydrangeas. Jacs Smlts, Ltd., Naarden. Holland. Nursery stock. Clematis, ampelopsls, tree hydrangeas, lilacs, shrubs, vines and per- ennials. Jackson & Perkins, Newark, N. Y. Nursery stock, evergreens, shade and orna- mental trees, shrubs, vines, trained, dwarf and standard fruit trees, grape vines, small fru its. Bobbink & Atkins, Ruthe rford. N. J. Nursery stock, large trees, oaks, maples, pines and hemlocks. Andorra Nurseries. Chestnut Hill, Philadelphia. Nursery stock arbor vltae (Thuya occl- dentalls), 3 to 4 ft., 4 to 5 ft. trees. The Wm. H. Moon Co., Morrlsvllle, Pel. Nursery stock, white pines, arbor-vitae, also hardy American plants. Harlan P. Kels ey, Salem . Mass. Viburnum pllcatum, 2 to 3 ft.. 12c. Dingee & Conard Co.. West Grove, Pa. Nursery stock, ornamental trees and shrubs. W. & T. Smith Co., Geneva. N. Y. ORCHIDS. Orchids importers, exporters, growers and hybridists. Sander, St. Albans, England. New York ofllce, room 1, 236 Broadw ay. Orchid peat, rotted azalea peat, leaf mold, live or baked sphagnum moss. C. W. Brownell Co.. Walden, N. Y. Orchids. Largest stock In the country. Ask for prices. Julius Roehrs Co., Ruther- ford. N. J. Orchids, all commercial, cattleyas and novelties, Carlllo & Baldwin, Seacaucus, N. J. Orchids of all kinds. Lager & Hurrell. Summit. N. J. _^_ Orchids. G. L. Freeman. 388 Appleton St, Holyoke, Mass. PALMS. Palms. Kentlas, in 2%-in. pots. $8 per 100; $75 per 1,000. Jackson & Perkins Co., Ne wark, N. Y. Palms. Kentlas, Latanlas, Phoenix. D. U. A u gs purger & Sons Co., Peoria, 111. Paims, Kentlas. Joseph Heacock Co., W yncote. Pa. "palms. Bobbink & Atkins, Rutherford,N.J. PANDANUS. Pandanus utllls, 3-ln., 10 to 12 Ins., $2 per doz.. 4-ln., 12 to 14 Ins., 25c each; $3 per doz.; 6-in.. 16 to 18 Ins.. 60c; $5 per doz.; 6-ln., 18 to 20 Ins.. 75c each; $9 per doz. Veitchli, 4-ln., 50c each; $6 per doz.; 5-in., 75c each; $9 per doz.; 6-In., $1 each; $12 per doz.; 6-ln., $1.50 each; $18 per doz.; 8-in.. $2.50 each; $30 per doz. Geo. Wlttbold Co., 737 Buckingham PI., Chicago. PANSIES. Pansy plants, large, extra strong, fall sown, from cold frames, in bud, German strain, $2.50 per 100; $18 per 1,000. H. S. Kelcher &. Sons, Webster G r ove, Mo. Pansy plants, 50c per 100; $2.50 per 1,000; large plants, $2.60 per 100. Jos. H. Cunningham, Delaware, O. Pansles. fine strong plants. $5 per 1,000. Mosbaek Greenhouse Co., Onarg a. 111. Pansies, German strain, $2.50 per ,1000. F. C. Riebe , Webster, Mass. Pansies. $2 per 1,000. J. C. Schmidt, Bristol, Pa. PE LARGONIUMS. Pelargoniums, novelties, ly^-in., 25c each; $2.60 per doz. Emanuel Lias, King Haakon, King of Spain, Ladas, Lady Churchill, Prince Olaf. Standard sorts. 2%-ln., $1.50 per doz.; $10 per 100; 3-in.. $2 per doz.; $12 per 100: Countess, Dorothy, Goldmine, Mme. Thibant. Mme. Vlbert. Mrs. R. Sandi- ford, Marie Mallet, Princess May, Sandl- ford's Best, Sandiford's Wonder, Surprise, Tommy Dodd, Mrs. Layal. Vaughan's Seed Store, Chicago and New York. Pelargoniums, Mme. Vlbert, Sandiford's Surprise, Linda, Dorothy, Mme. Thibaut. strong, 2-ln., $6 per 100. F. H. DeWltt & Co., Wooster, Ohio. PEONIES. PEONIES, Edulus Rosea, fine pink, $4 per 100; Hamlet, red, $6; Ivory, white, $6; prices of other varieties on application. Wagner Park Conservatories, Sidney, O. Peonies all vars., Jacs Smlts, Ltd., Naar- den, Holland. Peonies. leading vars., W. & T. Smith Co., Geneva, N. Y. Peonies only by the wholesale. Best 100 varieties. J. F. Rosenfleld, West Point, Neb . Peonies, a superb collection. Jackson & Perkins Co.. Newark, N. Y. PETUNIAS. Petunias, Dreer's Single Superb and dbl. mixed, 2-ln.. $2 per 100; $18.60 per 1,000; 3-ln., $3. R. Vincent. Jr. & Sons Co.. White. Marsh, Md. Petunias, unrooted cuttings, 40c per 100; $3 per 1,000; rooted, $1 per 100; $7.60 per 1.00 0. J. Lietzan , Geneva, 111. Petunias. dbl. fringed. 5 good vars., rooted cuttings. Ic; 2-In., 2%c. J. L. Schll- ler. Toledo. O. Petunias, dbl. mixed. R. C $1 per 100; 2^ in.. $2.50. Mosbaek Greenhouse Co., Onarga. 111. Petunias, dbl., $3 per 100. Joseph H. Cunningham. Delaware, O. PRIMULAS. Primulas, Chinese and obconica, 3-In., $4 per 100. D. U. Augspurger & Sons Co., Peoria, 111. Primula obconica, in fine bloom, $5 to $8 per 100. Mosbaek Greenhouse Co., On arga, 111. Primula obconica, 2% -In., $2 per 100; 300 for $ 5. J. C. Schmidt, Bristol, Pa. PRIVET. 50.000 California privet and Ampelopsls Veitchli, field-grown. Benj. Connell. Merch- antvllle. N. J. California privet, 10 to 16 Inches, branched, $10 per 1.000. Larger sizes at low rates. E. Y. Teas. Centerville. Ind. RHODODENDRONS. Rhododendrons. Jacs Smits, Ltd., Naar- den. Holland. Rhododendron Catawbiensis, in car-load lots. Harlan P. Kelsey. Salem. Mass. RESURRECTION PLANTS. Resurrection Plants. — We are strictly head- quarters for the Mexican resurrection plant, and ship all over the world. Dormant plants, guaranteed to "resurrect," $2 per 100. delivered; $10 per 1,000; 6,000 at $8.60; 10.000 at $8; 1.000 weigh about 45 pounds. Also cacti. The Francis B. Lester Com- pany. Dept. L. S., MesiUa Park, N. M. It You Do Not Find What Yoo Need in Our Ready Reference Department, Write Us About it 466 The American Florist. Mar. 26, ROOTED CUTTINGS. Rooted Cuttings; Coleus, 10 varieties. 60c per 100; $6 per 1,000. Salvias. 90c per 100; $7.50 per 1,000. Double Petunias, $1 per 100; ?9 per 1,000. Heliotrope, $1 per 100; 19 per 1,000. Ageratum, 60c per 100; $4 per 1,000. Begonias (Qracllls), $1 per 100; $9 per 1,000. Birmingham Landscape and Nursery Co., P. O. Box 663, Birmingham, Ala. ^ Rooted cuttings: Heliotrope, $1 per 100; $8 per 1,000; daisies, $1 per 100; Coleus. 70c, per 100; $6 per 1.000; Feverfew. $1.75 per 100; $10 per 1,000; petunias, $1.25 per 100; $10 per 1.000; salvias, $1 per 100; $S per 1,000; alyssum, 80c per 100; ageratums, 60c per 100; $5 per 1,000. S. D. Brant. Clay Center. Kans. Rooted cuttings: Verbenas. 70c per 100; $6 per 1,000. Mums, $1.25 per 100; $10 per 1.000. Daisies, white and yellow. $1 per 100; $8 per 1.000. Alyssum, 80c per 100; $7 per 1,000. Feverfew, $1.26 per 100, $10 per 1,000. Mme. Sallerol, $1.26 per 100; $10 per 1.000. C. Humfeld, Clay Center, Kans. Rooted cuttings, prepaid per 100: Helio- trope, $1. Fuchsias. 8 kinds. $1. Paris daisies. $1. Cuphea. 75c. Vlnca var.. 90c. Coleus, 10 kinds. 60c Alternantheras. 3 kinds, 50c. Ageratum, 3 kindSj 60c. Swain- sona alba. $1. Dbl. petunias. 10 kinds. $1. Byer Bros., Chambersburg, Pa. ROSES. ROSES, field-grown, extra heavy, VIck's Caprice. Gen. Jacq.. Magna Charta, $10 per 100. Cheshunt Hybrid. Jubilee. Ulrich Brunner, L. H. Stewart. M. of Lome. $8 per 100. Mme. Plantler. Coq. des Blanches. M. P. Wilder. Chas. Lefevere, Jules Mar- gottln. L. van Houtte. $7 per 100. Crim- son Rambler. Phila. Rambler. $10 per 100. Dorothy Perkins. M. Triumph, Jersey Beauty. Yellow Rambler, White Rambler. Seven Sisters, B. Belle. Queen Alexandria. $5 per 100. Wagner Park Conservatories. Sidney, O. Roses. White Klllarney, R. C. $6. BO per 100; $60 per 1.000; 2%-ln.. $8.60 per 100; $76 per 1,000. Pink Klllarney. R. C. $4 per 100; $35 per 1.000; 2%-ln.. $6 per 100; $56 per 1,000; My Maryland. R. C, $4 per 100; $35 per 1.000; 2%-ln.. $6 per 100; $66 per 1.000. Richmond, 2%-ln., $6.60 per 100; $60 per 1,000. Brides, 3V4-ln., $6 per 100; $45 per 1,000. Am. Beauties, R. C. $4 per 100; $35 per 1,000; 2%-in., $7 per 100; $66 per 1.000. Poehlmann Bros. Co., Morton Grove. 111. ROSE PLANTS, 2% -INCH POTS. 100 1000 American Beauty $B $45 Kalserln 4 36 Mrs. Jardlne 5 45 Klllarney 6 45 Bride 3 26 Bridesmaid 3 25 Richmond 3 25 WIBTOR BROS. El Wabash Avenue. Chi cago. Roses. 1,000 Helen Gould, 300 Pink Baby Ramblers, 500 Newport Fairy. 1,000 Dorothy Perkins. 12c. 2,000 Tausendschon 20c. Sweetheart. Trier. Lady Gay. La Fiamma. Debutante. Hlawathla. Taunus. 12c. The DIngee & Conard Co.. West Grove. P a. Roses, all kinds. For prices and varieties see page advertisement elsewhere in this Is- sue. A. N. Pierson. Inc.. Cromwell. Conn. Roses, rooted cuttings, Am. Beauty, $4 per 100; $35 per 1,000. Pink Klllarney, $2.50 per 100; $20 per 1,000. Richmond, Bride, $1.50 per 100; $12 per 1,000. Geo. Relnberg, 51 Wabash Ave., Ch icago. Roses, grafted and own root, Klllarney. Richmond. My Maryland. White Klllarney. Kalserln. Bride and Bridesmaid. W. H. Elliott. Brighton. Ma ss. Rose. Flower of Fairfield. 3 to 6 shoots. $11 per 100; $100 per 1.000; 6 or more shoots. $15 per 100. SchulthelB Bros.. Bad- Nauhelm. Germany. Roses of all kinds. For varieties and prices, see page advertisement In this Issue. Arthur T. Boddlngton. 342 West 14th St.. New York. Roses, on own roots, budded, bedding. H. Ps., hybrids and teas. W. & T. Smith Co.. Geneva. N. Y. Taft rose. 2%-ln.. $15 per 100. J. M. Mc- Cullough's Sons Co.. 316 Walnut St.. Cln- clnnatl. O. Beauty roses. 2%4-ln., $5 per lOO^ pirt7. 2%-ln.. $3 per 100. J. F. Ammann. Ed- wardsvllle. 111. Roses. Bride. Maid. Golden Gate. 3-ln $5 per 100. Geo. M. Emmans. Newton . N. J. Roses. Newport Palry, 50c each; $20 per 100. Julius Roehrs Co.. Rutherford. N. J. Roses, leading varieties. Leedle Floral Co.. Springfield. Ohio. Rose Dorothy Perkins. Barry. Rochester. N. Y. Ellwanger & Roses. 3-ln.. Wood Bros.. Fishklll. N. Y- SALVIAS. Salvias. Zurich and Bonfire and Drooping Spikes. 2 "4 -in.. $2.50 per 100. Mosbaek Greenhouse Co.. Onarga. HI. Salvia Bavaria (the white Zurich) 1910 Introduction. 2-in.. $1 per doz. J. L. Schil- ler, Toledo. O. SEEDS. HYBRID GERBBRAS (Adnefs strain). Crop 1910. $9 per 1.000 seeds; $60 per 10.000 seeds, from the originator. Cash. Adnet. Antibes. Fra nce. Seeds, onion, lettuce, radish, sweet peas, etc. Pieters-Wheeler Seed Co.. HolUster. Calif. ONION SETS. Choice, very sound, un- sproutcd sets, yellow. $1.50; red. $1.60 per bu. of 32 lbs. Sluis Seed Store. 644 W. 63rd St.. Chicago. Onion sets. White Bottom. Yellow Bot- tom. Red Bottom. Winterson's Seed Store. 45 Wabash Ave.. Chicago. Seeds, sweet peas, for varieties and prices, see advertisement elsewhere in this issue. Weeber & Don, 114 Chambe rs St., New Y ork. Seeds, onion, lettuce, sweet peas, carrot. celery, leek, mustard, parsley, parsnip, rad- ish salsify. C. C. Morse & Co., 48-66 Jack- son St.. San Francisco. Calif. Seeds, beans, peas, sweet corn, onion, beet, turnip, etc. The Everett B. Clark Seed Co.. Milford. Conn.; East Jordan, Mich.; Sister Bay, Wis. Seeds, Phoenix Roebelenll. Sander, Bruges, Belgium. Seeds, Cauliflower and cabbage. HJalmar Hartman & Co., 31 Barclay St., New York, and 12 Stormgade, Copenhagen. Seeds. Phoenix Roebelenl. Sander, T. Mellstrom. Representative. 235 Broadway. New York. Seeds, specialties: Stocks, pansles. cycla- mens, etc. Pape & Bergemann. Quedllnburg, Germany. Seed, pansy. 1.000 seeds. 25c; 1 oz., $2.25. H. Wrede. Lunebur g. Ge rmany. Seeds, sweet peas. Christmas Pink and Denzer. $2 lb. Chas. H. Totty. Madison. N. J . Seeds, all kinds. Brldgman's Seed Ware- house. 37 E. 19th St., New Yo rk. Seeds. Landreth Seed Establishment, Bloomsdale Farms. Bristol. Pa. Seeds. VIck's Quality. James VIck's Sons. Rochester. N. Y. Seeds of all kinds. W. W. Johnson & Son. Ltd.. Boston. Etigland. Seeds, all kinds. J. M. Thorburn & Co., 33 Barclay St.. New York. Vegetable seeds, plants, sold direct. Cata- logue free. Gllck Seed Farms. Lancaster. Pa, Seed, asters. Vick & Hill. Box 4613. Rochester. N. Y. Seeds, garden, field and flower. S. D. Woodruff & Sons. 82-84 Dey St.. New York. Contract Growers. Seeds, asters, balsam, cyclamen, phlox. Primula sinensis, portulaca. verbena, zinnia, pepper, tomato, etc. Hasslach. Villa Mimosa. St. Remy de Provence. France. Seeds, peas, beans. Alfred J. Brown Seed Co.. Grand Rapids. Mich. Seeds, field, garden and flower. Rout- zahn Seed Co.. Arroyo Grande. Calif. Seeds, sweet peas, tomatoes. Lima beans, lettuce, asters, cosmos and other flower seeds. John Bodger & Sons. Gardena. Calif. Seeds, beans, cucumber, tomato, radish, pea. muakmelon. squash, watermelon, sweet corn. S. M. Isbell & Co.. Ja ckson. Mich. Seeds, sweet peas. Boundbrook. N. J. Anton Zvolanek. Seeds, lettuce, onions, sweet peas, aster, cosmos, mignonette, verbena. Waldo Roh- nert. Gllroy. Calif. Seeds, growers for the wholesale trade only. Braslan Seed Growers' Co.. San Jose. Calif. California seed contracts. KImberlln Seed Co.. Santa Clara. Calif. Seeds of all kinds. A. T. Boddlngton, S42 W. 14th St., New York. SMUAX. Smilax. 2%-In.. $3 per 100; $20 per 1.000. Vaughan's Seed Store. Chicago and N. Y . Smilax. 2-ln., $1.25 per 100. Byer Bros.. Chambersburg. Pa. Smilax. 2>4-ln.. $3 per 100. West End Greenhouses . Lincoln. 111. Smilax. Wood Bros.. Fishklll. N. Y. SPIREAS. Spfrea Japonlca. 6-In-, 25c each; $2.50 per doz. Vaugha n's Seed Store. Chica go and N. T. Splreaa. J. Smltfl, Ltd., Naarden]~Honand. TRITOMAS. Trltoma PfitzerJ, red hot poker plant, 6c each. Mosbaek Greenhouse Co., Onarga. 111. VIGrrABLE PLANTS. Vegetable plants. Cabbage, Wakefield and Succession, $1.50 per 1,000; Parsley. 25c per 100; $1.25 per 1.000. Lettuce, Big Boston, Boston Market, Grand Rapids. $1 per 1,000. Beets, $1.25 per 1.000. R. Vincent, Jr., & Sons Co., Whi te Marah. Md. Vegetable plants from seed bed. cabbage, cauliflower, celery, egg-plants, lettuce, pep- pers and tomatoes. Special prices in large quantities. Write If Interested. Mosbaek Greenhouse Co., Onarga, 111. VERBENAS. Verbenas. 2-In.. $2 per 100; $18.50 per 1.000. R. Vincent. Jr., & Sons Co.. White Marsh. Md. Verbenas. J. L. Dillon. Bloomsburg, Pa. VINCAS. Vlnca minor, the hardy vlnca tor ceme- tery planting and under trees, where grass will not grow; well rooted layers. $1.50 per 100; $10 per 1.000. E. Y. Teas. CentervUle, Ind; Vlnca. 2%. 3 and 4-ln.. $3. $6 and $7 per 100. Wes t Et id Gre enhouses. Lincol n, 1 11. Vlnca variegated, field. $4 per 100. F. C. RIebe . Webster. Mass. Vlnca variegated. 2t4-ln.. $2.50 per 100. Mosbaek Greenhouse Co.. Onarga. 111. VIOLETS. VIOLETS. Baronne A. de Rothschild Is making good everywhere, as the most free and most fragrant single In cultivation. Size and stem equal to Princess, color a shade darker. Booted runners or divisions, ready In April. Book your order now. at $6 per 100; $60 per 1.000. F. W. Fletcher Co.. Au burndal e. Mass. "Rooted Violet divisions. Boston. $10 per 1.000. Wales, $6 per 1.000. Baronne Roths- child, 214-in.. $6 per 100, Al stock. George Corbett Violet Grower, College Hill, Station K. Cincinnati. O. Violets. Princess of Wales. $5 per 100. F. C. Riebe. Webster. Mass Violets. Wood Bros.. Fishklll, N. Y. WISTARIA. WISTARIA SINENSIS. Nice thrifty plants. $2.50 per 100; $20 per 1.000. Wagner Park Conservatories, Sidney. O. STOCK WANTED. Wanted. Good 2% -in. Boston ferns. Will exchange bedding stock or perennials for same. Mosbaek Greenhouse Co., Onarga. 111. MISCELLANEOUS. Plllsbury's Carnation Staple. 50c per 1.000 postpaid. I. L. Pillsbury. Galesburg. 111. PHOTOGRAPHS. I make a specialty of photographing flowers, plants, etc.. for reproduction. Let me submit samples and prices on material for the next" catalogue or circular. Special work to order at reasonable prices. Nathan R. Graves. 414 Hayward Bldg., Rochester. N. Y. POTS, PANS, ETC "NUFF SED." Best red pots are made by Geo. E. Feustel. Fairport. Iowa. The Red Pot. C. C. Pollworth Co., All roads connect with Milwaukee. Pots, florist red. Peters & Reed Pottery Co.. Zanesvllle. O. Pots. Syracuse red. Syracuse Pottery Co.. Syracuse. N. Y. STAKES. Cane Stakes. Standard grade 6 to 8 feet, per 100. 86o; 500 for $3; $6.60 for 1,000. Pipe stems about 6 feet, per 100. 60c; per 1,000. $5. Vaughan's Seed Store. Chicago. WIRE DESIGNS. Headquarters for wire work. Send for list. F. W. Bali. 31 E. 3rd St., Cincin- nati, O. If Yoo Oo Not Fine What You Naed in (Hir Ready Reterenca Department, Write Us About It igio. The American Florist, 467 Just Because APtllNE Is not listed in your seeds- men's 1910 catalogue, it does not necessarily indicate that they do not yet handle our new insecticide. In many instances the 1910 catalogues were on the press before the merits of APHINE became generally known. Ask Your Dealer for APHINE Then if you find he cannot supply you with it, write ns for names of our nearest sell- ing agents. $ 2 .50 per gallon; $ 1 .00 per quart. Send for Descriptive Circular. Aptiine Manufacturing Go. MADISON, N. J. Mention tUe American Florist when writing |9~ Haa 8W*d tbe test of over a Quarter of a Caotury. THOMSON'S vine. Plant and Vetfetebl* MANURE UmUVALLID FOR Vinea, Tomatoes, Cucumben all Flowering, Poliage an4 Frnit bearias Plants, Vteetablea, Lawns, etc. The result of many years Iftmctical experienoa. FUtJICT PLANT rOOM lold by Leading Amsrican Seedsman. Thomson's Special ChrTsanthemoin and Topdresslng Mannre. Frairht psid on qnantities. Write for oar special ofier to the Americaa trade, pamphlets, acants' circulars. etc.. to sole moken, WM. THOMSON 8 SONS, Ltd., Tweed Tlneyard, Clovenfordi, ScotUnd Our New Baskets For Spring Have Arrived. Catalogue in preparation. Send for PhOtOS NOW. The RAEDLEIN BASKET CO. 713 Milwaukee Ave., CHICAGO. Ammoniated Lawn Lime Kills Weeds. Makes Grass Grow. Applied as a light top dressing to lawns it kills all flat leaved weeds such as Dandelion, Daisy, Plantain, Sorrel, Chickweed, Moss, etc., in 48 hours and without other fertilizer producesa wonderful, luxuriant, rich, green growth of lawn grass — which is distinctly noticable 50 feet away. The use of Ammoniated Lawn Lime supersedes hand weeding of lawns, putting greens, etc. It saves the gjrass from being pulled up and in many cases ruined. Grasses take a new vigorous growth, avoiding probable trouble in the future. If verv weedy 1-lb. to 40 square feet, 25-lbs to 1000 square' feet, (20x60). Half to one-quarter amount if moderately weedy. ABSOLUTELY GUARANTEED. Money refunded if not satisfactory. We want Seedsmen or Florists as agents and distributors in every important city and town. Ofkf.^^] Pfi^f^c* 2-lb. cans, 25c, 50 cans per case. 6-lb. cans 50c, IXCLdli IT llV^Ca. 20 cans per case. Bags, 26-lbs. $2.00; 60-lbs. $3.50; 100-lbs. $6.00; 1000-lbs. and over 5c per lb. Descriptive Circular and Wholesale Prices on Request. SUPERIOR CHEIVIICAL CO., (Incorporated.) Louisville. Kentucky. Quantities: The "Meyer Green Silkaline 99 I BEST IN TH ivJOHNCMEYERlii \ BOSTON^ •""■''" gjjjww^'iM^wn^'Wi W^jqBWy^yj^^ JOHN C. MEYER & CO., 1*49 Middlesex St., Lowell, Mass. is the only Green Thread that should be used by florists and growers. It is guaranteed full weight and full measure. Also Violet Thread for tying up Vio- lets. Price of both, $1.25 per lb. express or freight paid in good sized orders. Evergreen Brand Flower Fertilizer. A Pure Plant Food immediately available. It permanently enriches the soil. It prevents the onslaught of plant diseases or insect pests. Can be used at any time during the growing season, dry or in solution. Put up in 12 pound cans. Price, $2.00 each. For Sale by Leading Jobbers Further information can^be obtained from Di Di JOHNSON COif 64-66 Wat"sh A^e., CHICAGO- I The Mastin Automatic Whitewash and Spraying Machine Is Reliable, Practical and Durable The tank is made of galvanized sheet steel, and in brass. The pump iso( brass throughout, simple and powerful- The mixing device keeps the contents of the tank well stirred up from start to finish. . , ». . , . , When the machine is filled to within six inches of the top. a few strokes of the pump will compress enough air in the tank to produce a continuous mist-like spray for 15 minutes. ,_,_., All parts are made to gauge and may be had tor repairs. Ask your deale' about our Extension Hose, Extension Rods, and the Mastin Wllitewasll Nozzle for Bordeaux mixture. Sold through Seedsmen, Dealers in Florists' and Poultry Supplies. J. G. MASTIN fi CO., 3124 West Lake St.. CilCiSJ, IL 468 The American Florist. Mar. 26, WILKS' Ho< Water Boilers ASS THE MOST ECONOMICAL Boiler for Greenhouses Me NKht nrenuui Keonlrad wltli onr SELF-FEEDING HOT WATER BOILERS. Send for Catalog and Prices. S. WILKS MFG. CO., Sa03 Shield! Ave. CHICAGO. THEALLIEDTRADES A Heating QuesUon. Ed. American Florist: — As we are putting up another green- house, and going to have a 2 14 -inch main, we asli your advice as to how many 1 14 -inch returns it would re- quire. The house will be 21x100 feet. The coldest we ever have here is 15°, and that for a few nights only. Alabama. H. B. It Is not possible to tell how much radiation will be required in a green- house without knowing what tempera- ture is desired, but supposing that 60° is required and that the 2% -inch main passes through the house so that it will be available for radiation, it will be necessary to use five 1%-inch returns. For 50° only four returns will be re- quired. The above estimate is for steam heat. L. r. t. The Lord & Burnham Co., Chlcag-o. The formation of a Chicago corpo- ration in connection with the well- known firm of Lord & Burnham Co., New York, is an event of much im- portance. Not only is a separate cor- poration formed but plans are about matured for a strictly modern, up-to- date factory to be built upon a site of 15 acres which the company has secured at Desplaines, III., a splendid location, being only about 17 miles from the heart of Chicago, yet well outside the city limits and high labor zone. The tract of land purchased is bounded on three sides by railways, one by the Wisconsin Central another by the Chicago and North-Western and the third by a belt line belonging to the latter company. Thus switch ac- commodations will be easily arranged connecting with all three lines and as the railway companies have promised Chicago freight rates to the new com- pany — a matter of two cents per 100 pounds less than the freight to Desplaines — it will certainly be in a favored position in every way. The idea in part, in building this factory near Chicago, is to enable the firm to compete on an equal footing with other local firms in the matter of shipping and freight and thus secure its share of the commercial florists' work which the New York house has been, to some extent, held out of. Geo. Sykes, the Chicago representative of the firm, has been in treaty with the village of Desplaines regarding the making and straightening of roads, water concessions and the like and the matter has, of course, led to a great nva.ss of correspondence and other The Superior Standard RETURN FLUE FIRE BOX BOILER contains more heating surtace, and less water space than any other steel boiler. ?5 ol the heating surf.ice is in the tubes, Ask t h e man that knows the one using differen t style boilers —names are yours for the asking. After using our boiler one season, you will say like all others: Nothing but "Superior" for me. This boiler has given better satisfaction than any other boiler on the market MADE IN NINE (9) SIZES FOR HOT WATER. Send for catalogue and list of growers that are using this boiler. THE SUPERIOR MACHINE & BOILER WORKS, 840 -850 Superior St., Chicago. IE KROESCHELL BOILER IS THE ONLY PERFECT HOT WATER BOILER. ( NOT CAST IRON ) Hai water in front, aides, top and a water back. Made In 15 alzes, heating 6,000 to 50,000 square feet of glass to 60» at 15° below lero. Prices and cats oeue oo application. KROESCHELL BROS. GO. 452 W. Eri« SI. CHICAGO. Usi oar pateit Iroi Biich Fitting? aid Roof Supports. ^ IMPROVtl ^'JENNINGS IRON GUTTER. IMPROVU) VAPORIZING PANS ror Tobacco Ktracts, etc Send forCtrcnlan. DILLER, CASKEY & KEEN, S, W. Corner Slxtk and Berk Streets PHILADELJ>HIA VENTIUTIII6 APPARATUS. DAYLIFE Glass Cleaner Will not injure paint or putty ANDERSEN SPECIALTY CO., 4648 Calumet Ave., Quick, == Powerful. Leaves no Greasy Snrface. Per gal. 25 to 50 gallons $0 70 5 to 25 gallons g« Less ] 00 Oakland'845. CHICA60. worlc. The preseni plans are to build a foundry, wood worliing and erecting shops with the necessary buildings and offices. The main office will be at the extreme end of the property — if the plans go through — 816 yards away, over a straight road, from the passenger station. The buildings will all be of modern construction, fireproof and the most up-to-date woodworking and other machinery will be installed. The country to be covered by the western house under Mr. Sykes' direc- tion, will be Ohio, Kentucky, Tennes- see, Alabama. Mississippi. Indiana. Illinois, Michigan, Louisiana and all points west of Chicago, a pretty com- prehensive territory. Steel ReturnTubularBoiler^ The Most Boonomlcal Type of Boiler fen- Greenhonae Heating;. Highly reoommended bywell-knoimfloriata. JONNSTON HEATIM Ca, '^l^^^lk. Holly Standard Circulator busy and watch results. SUB-TARGET GUN COMPANY Steam EneiDeeriDff Department. 1 16 Hl^ Street BOSTON. MASS. igio. The American Florist. 469 THE STANDARD VENTILATIN6 MACHINERY The orifiiDal machine with seU-ollloK cups. The most powerful, least complicated, very compact, iritb ease of operation. The New Duplex Gutter Over six miles in use and btEhl; recommended bj all. The only Drip Proof gutter on the market. The Standard Return Steam Trap It has DO equals for simplicitT or its working. Catalogue free. E. HIPPARO, Yoonoitown. Oblo. A STIC A feentiouseqlazin^ USE IT WOW. F.0.P1ERCEC0. 12 W. BROADWAY NEW YORK MASTICA ia elastic and tenacious, admits of expansion and contraction. Putty becomes hard and brittle. Broken glass more easily removed nrithoat breaking of other glass, as occurs with putty . LASTS LONGER THAN PUTTY. Easy to apply. Superior Quality, Hand Made. Greenhouse Glass why not buy the best. Write ns for discounts. We can save money for vou. BAUR WINDOW GLASS CO. Elaton, Indiana. Gorham & Chapline ni«Trt*/>MVT Tnr CATALOGUES prinicry ^"•^^ price lists. HALFTONES, ENGRAVINGS and PRDTTING FOR FLORISTS. 358 Dearborn Street, CHICAGO. Holds Class Firmly See the Point IB" PEERLESS * OlKzlne Polnti ue the belt. * No righis or lefts. Box of ' 1.000 poioti 75 cu. pofltpaid. HENBT A. OREEK, J14 Cbnta.l St., mi.^ra. Are posltiTeIr the best. 30.000 pounds now in use. SIEBERrS ZINC Nevei Rust GLAZING POINTS Lact forever. Orer A sure preTentative of glass slipping. Effective on large or small glass Easy to drive. Easy to extract. Two sizes H and H. 40c per lb . by mail 16c extra: T lbs. for (2.50 ISlbs. for $5.00. by express. For sale by the trade. RANDOLPH 8 McCLEMENTS, SDCCCSaors to CliM. T. Stebert. Banm 6 Btatty Sta. . Plttebnrtf. ROCHESTEB, N. T. — The Highland Park greenhouses are in fine condition now and large crowds of visitors are there daily. The succulent plants are especially attractive. It is hoped that a sufficiently large appropriation will be forthcoming this year to increase the size of the greenhouse. Attentionll Glass BuyersII GREENHOUSE GLASS. Yon will (aye money ii yon obtain onr prices before yon bay. Qtudity A. No. 1. Prompt ibipmeats. Hooker's Greenhouse White Paint The most dnnble white psint for this pnrpose. Half barrels, (26 gmllons), per gal. $1S6. 6 ^1. pails, per gal. $1.40 H. M. HOOKER COMPANY, WHOLBSALB GLASS AND PAINTS, Long Distance Phone Monroe 4994. 651-659 Washington Boulevard, GHIGA60. Among Florists itis"THE MOREHEAD" !WHY?« DECAUSE it is giving them service they thought could not be bought " for money. With an installation of a Morehead Return Steam Trap there begins a better growth of flowers, a more even temperature in your greenhouses, a decided decrease in your fuel bill and an infinite period of satisfaction. Let us put your name on our list of "satisfied users." Our "Trap Book" sent on request. MOREHEAD MT'G. CO., Dept. n, Detroit, IMicli. Wlia W. J. Palmer & Son, Lancaster and Buffalo, New York HAVE TO SA1f OF 'DETROIT" AUTOMATIC RETURN STEAM TRAPS. "We have been u^iing: two of your "Detroit' Traps the past winter on a Gravity System and find they keep the pipe clear of condensation, therefoTH making the return do as much as the flow. We are able to heat with less number of pipe than formerly and keep the houses far more even in temperature." "DETROIT** Traps will do the same for you. ' '-. Catalog No. 266 on Steam Traps. - T^ American BlowerGompany ^-^v' DETR-orr. men OriiLO Gtr^ettG I3oosi It! Saves I0to257oof the coal your boiler is using. Positive guarantee given Send for circular "N" and our famous Lecture on Combustion. U. S. ROCKING GRATE BAR CO., 77 Jackson Boulevard, CHICAGO. POETLAKD. Ore. — Clarke Bros, have purchased the Gearin 10-acre tract on Division street for $7,500. North Danville, N- H — Chas. P. Collins will have charge of Kingston Plains cemetery this year. 470 The American Florist. Mar. 26, Tobacco Paper IS THE STRONGEST BEST PACKED EASIEST APPLIED 24 sheets $ 0.75 144 sheets 3.50 288 sheets 6.50 1728 sheets 35.10 Furnishes the cheapest JUST NOTE PRICES Most Nicotine for the Money! pjnt $1.50 Vz Gaiion 5.50 Gallon 10.50 ManufBCtured by THE KENTUCKY TOBACCO PRODUCT CO., Louisville Ky. 5 Gallons 47.26 Carman's Antipest mSBCTICIDE AND FUNGICIDI For the Garden, Orchard and Greenhouse Non-poisonous and harmless to vegetation, Kills Green Fly, Aphides, Bark Lice, Thrlps Mealy BuA, Red Spider. Scale, Wire worms. Ants and Slugs. This is the trrower's Friend Handy to use, cheap and effective, mix e readily in #ater. Destroys all insect pests and keeps down filth. Circulars on appli- cation. $1.50 per gallon. Also in quarts, half gallons and in bulk. PERFECTION CHEMICAL CO., FLUSHING, N. Y. 1 J THE BEST Bug Killer and Bloom Saver For PROOF Writ* !• P. R. PALETIORPE COMPANY, Oweasboro, Ky Glen Cove, N, Y. The meeting of the Nassau County Horticultural Society was held in Pembroke hall, March 9 with over 30 members present, President Duthie in the chair. One application for mem- bership was received and six new mem- bers elected, among whom were K. Stanley Brown, East Moriches and W. H. Hunt of Boddington's. We elected our first life member, Mortimer L. Shiff of Oyster Bay, and the following as honorary members: L, Tiffany, Emlin Roosevelt, M. Chandler Moore, all from Oyster Bay; A. G. Horlen- pyle, Locust Valley; Colgate Hoyt, Centre Island; D. M. Hunger, Glen Cove, and Congressman W. W. Cocks, of Washington, D. C. Credit is due our president for securing all tho^e members for the society. There was also a shower of checks for our fall show. We were sure of the goods, now we are sure of the cash, which promises a most successful show. Messrs. Eccjes, Robertson and Mc- Quinn acted as judges with the fol- lowing decisions: Roses. White, J. Everet. Pink, J. Everet. Any other color, G. Wilson, all three exhibits of superior merit. H. Gaut, first for sweet peas. Cultural certificates to R. Marshall for two beautiful cyclamens, J. McDonald for a splendid schizan- Sold by Seed Dealers all over America Used 25 Vears. KILLS THE Currant Worm, Potato Bug, Cabbage Worm, Slug on Roses, Caterpillars, Aphis on Roses, Bugs on Melons, Cut Worms, Sow Bugs, Lice on Fowls, Curculio on Plums, Tobacco Worms, &c. For pamphlets on Bugs and Blight, write to B. HAMMOND, Fishkill-on-Hudson, N. Y. [ thus, Alex. MacKenzie for a grand vase of Golden Gate roses. I. Trepess for a fine specimen of Coelogyne cris- tata, which was a mass of blooms, making a most gorgeous display. Hon- orable mention to F. Petroccia for primula. A hearty vote of thanks was awarded to J. F. Johnston for a splendid exhibit of conifers. We are to hear from him next meeting in the form of an essay on evergreens. The next meeting will be at 7 o'clock. A summer show will be held June 15. O. E. A. w are easy to kill with The rumigating Kind Tobacco Powder $3.00 per bag 100 lbs. Satisfaction guaranteed or money back; wliy try cheap substitutes that iiiakers do not dare to guarantee ? THE H. A. STUOTHOFF CO., MOUNT TERMON, % T. igio. The American Florist. 471 HEWS STANDARD POTS 99 POT MAKERS FOR 140 YEARS WORLDS LARGEST MANUFACTURERS Pearson Street, LONG ISLAND CITY, N.Y. THE ART OF Floral... Arrangement. The first special newspaper in the world for floral arrangement. 400 Partially Colored Illustrations Annually. Specimen number free. Subscription, $2.90 yearly. BINDEKUNST-VERLAG, J. Olb«rtz, ERFURT, GERMANY. Now is the Time To Subscribe to the Horticultural Trade Journal Published weekly. The Largest Brightest and Best British Trade Publication. Also THE INTERNATIONAL EDITION Published quarterly. Annual sub- scription for weekly and quarterly numbers. One Dollar. (Interna tional money order). Subscribe today and keep in touch with European markets and topics. The Horticultural Printing Company, BURNLEY. ENGLAND. WRITE FOR CATALOG AND DISCOUNTS. A. H. HEWS & CO. Florists' Refrigerators Write us tor catalog and prices, stating size you require, and for what kind of cut flowers you wish to use the refrigerator: also state whether you wish it for display or only for storage. McCray Refrigerator Co 960 MUl Street, kendallville, djd Mention the American Florist when writing Established CAMBRIDGE, 176S. MASS. 452-460 No. Branch St., CHICAGO ILL. CIJT FLOWER BOXES EDWARDS FOLDING BOX C0| MANUFACTURERS PHILADELPHIA, PA. Mention the American Florist when writing Kramer's Pot Hangers Fof sale by Wholesale Seedsmen. Florists and Supply Dearers. Price. $1.00 per doz«n by express. Sample dozen by raaU. $1.25. I. N. KRAMER & SON, Cedar Rapids. Iowa NEPOiSSET j PAPER I POTS, i HEADQUARTERS werproo,. VAIGHAN'S SEED STORE, Don*t Break, '. , « b.i ^/^ i Cost Little. Chicago and New York. SYRACUSE / RED POTS/ Prompt shipments gtiar anteed. We have a large stock of well made and well burned pots on hand for the trade of 1910. Our terms are as eood as the best. Our catalogue on application . SYRACUSEPOTTERYCO., SYRACUSE, N. Y. Mention the American Florist when writini. Those Red Pots ••STANDARDS" Full size and wide bottoms. BULB PANS and AZALEA POTS DETROIT FLOWER POT M'F'Y HARRY BALSLEY, Detroit. Mich. Rep. 490 Howard St. Standard Flewer Pots Standard Flower Pots! Packed in small crates, easy to handle Price per crate 1500 2-in., in crate. $4.88 1500 2Vi " 5.25 1500 2H " 6.00 1000 3 '■ 5.00 800 3H " 5.80 500 4 ■■ 4.50 456 4i/2 •■ 5.24 320 5 4.51 210 5H •■ 3 78 Price per crate 144 6 in., in crate, $3.16 120 7 " 4.20 60 8 " 3.00 HAND MADE 48 9-in.. in crate. $3 60 48 10 " 4.S0 24 11 '■ 3.60 24 12 " 4.80 12 14 " 4.80 6 16 " 4.50 Send for price PerotltT »ni Strasctk Uu«rpa««*d. Writ* (k prtcas, A. F.~koHR 2934-3e-38 Leavltt St.. CHICAGO Seed pans, same price as pots, list of Cylinders for Cut Flowers, Hanging Baskets. Lawn Vases, etc. Ten per cent off lor cash with order. Address HILFINGER BROS. POTTERY: Fort Edward. N.Y. or August Rolker & Sons, New York Agents 31 Barclay Street. New York City. Mention the American Florist when writing All The Clay FOR OUR Florists' Red Pots Is prepared by passing thiough a screen 1600 meshes to the square inch. If in a hurry for pots order from us. We ship over five lines of railroad, by river or interurban. Write for catalogue showing all the articles we make for florists' use. THE PETERS & REED POTTERY CO. ZAN£SVII.I.E, OHIO. 6E0. KELLER & SON, Maonfactarersof Red Pots Columbia, S. C- — Edward Hatch, of Boston, who cairre here in search of health, died March 14. Mr. Hatch was a real estate auctioneer and formerly , - treasurer of the Boston Gardeners' and A |'V|73 VS Florists' Club. ,»»«ttvij — Before bnylng write for prices, 2614-2622 Hcmdon St, CHICAGO. mention The American Flono when you order stock, i ; : ,- 472 The American Florist. Mar. 26, ^ Superior lis. Carnation staple (patent applied for,) For repairing split carnations. 1000 for 50 cents Postpaid. L. J. WAIW, 293 Main SU Springfield, Masi. Mention the American Florist when writing The Regan PriHting House LABGI IDB8 OF CATALOGUES wmm FOB nouKis. 91 PljmouUi Place, CUCAGO Eagle Machine Works Richmond, Ind. Manufacturers of Ring Stakes for small plants, Richmond Carnation Supporis. Rose and Mum Stakes. Wired Toothpiclcs 10000, $1.75: 50.000, $7 50. Mtnufactored br W J. COWEE, BERLIN, N. T. Sample free. For sale br dealeri. Grand Rapids, Mich. At Crabb & Hunter's, preparations for Easter are going on apace and the lilies, with the exception of a large batch of Harrisii, are looking fine. These bulbs were bought as gilt edge stock but very few good blooms will be produced though they were treated the same as the Giganieums, which are elegant plants now and producing fine flowers. Coleur Cardinal tulip is highly thought of here for forcing. They had it in perfect condition Jan- uary 4 and as good in color as this beautiful variety is in the open ground in May. The hydrangeas look like being in for Easter, while ram- bler roses and other pot stock will certainly be on time. The single vio- lets here are a sheet of color and look remarkably well. Henry Smith's houses are in fine condition now, the crops being all in good time for Easter except the lilies, which are a little behind. The pot plants are in fine order, specimen hy- drangeas, primulas, cinerarias, spireas, rhododendrons and azaleas being fine- ly flowered and good plants all ready for the Easter demand. In the cut flower section carnations and violets are especially good and we noted some extra heavy Asparagus plumosus and smilax strings 13-14 feet long. Local trade has been excellent here and Mr. Smith reports a lot of inquiries from out-of-town. J. Schols has a grand lot of single violets and his benches of the double Lady Campbell are also in fine trim. We did not know that "Red Violets" had spread to Michigan but we found them here all right, Mr. Schols having called our attention to the highly col- ored radislies in the violet beds. We did not hear of any kick coming from the retailers on this account. It will be no trouble for Mr. Schols to cut from 15-20,000 of the blue violets per day for the next two weeks or so. 4C0, i"' / .'J 1 That Hitcbings Corragated It's the boiler with the hump, but it's the hump that makes the small coal bills. If it wasn't for the hump, it wouldn't have its long fire travel, and the longer the fire travel, the more economical the boiler. The corrugations on the fire box increases the fire surface 50 per cent, and the greater the fire surface, the more heat absorbed. Send for catalog. Hitchings & Co. ELIZABETH, N. J. NEW YORK. 1 1 70 Broadway. mi'^ HOT BED SASH Louisiana Red Cypress Hot Bed Sash 20,000 Glazed Hot Bed Sash, painted, 3x6 ft., 1st quality soft Pine Each $ 1.50 40,000 Glazed "Louisiana Red Cypress" sash, 3x6 ft., best quality Each 1.65 Complete Hot Bed Outfits, including subframe, top frame and sash, 6x6 ft., 34-in. deep Each 7.98 BOILERS! BOILERS! 5 - 72x20 Tubular Boilers. 2 - 54x14 Tubular Boilers. 2 - 42x10 Fire Box Boilers. 2 - 72x18 Tubular Boilers. 3 - 42x12 Tubular Boilers. 1 - 36x12 Fire Box Boiler. 6 - 60x16 Tubular Boilers. 2 - 36x10 Tubular Boilers. 1 - 36x10 Fire Box Boiler. 1 - 60x14 Tubular Boiler. 2 - 48x14 Fire Box Boilers. 2 - 30x 8 Fire Box Boilers. 2 - 54x16 Tubular Boilers. 3 - 48x12 Fire Box Boilers. All of the above in good condition, for heating service only. Large Stock of Standard Pipe, all sizes, will be cut to any length. All kinds of "Building Material," "Structural Iron," "Soil Pipe," "Hose," etc. , at a saving to you of at least one-third. Send lor our new 500-page Catalog No. 47. Free upon request. CHICAGO HOUSE WRECKING CO., 35th and Iron Sts., Chicago. King Iron Frame. Minimum Sliade. Maximum Strength. "ASK THK MAN WHO HAS ONE" Cochrane & McKay, Chicaso. *!., two 21 It. by 141 ft, H. E. Asplin. Rocky River. O., 5* ft. by ITS tt. Wm. Kriegler. Laosing. Mich.. 28 (t. by 1(10 ft. C. F. Maler. Denver. Colo., two 21 ft. by 100 ft. F. Tegerler, Denver. Colo., 25 ft. by 125 ft. C. Brehmer. Chillicothe. O., 42 ft. by 175 ft. F. Witthuhn, Cleveland, O.. 30 ft. by 66 ft. F. F. Crump. Colorado Sprioei, Colo.. 21 ft. by 150 ft. F. Holber^. Denver. Colo, .three 25 ft by 125 ft. Walla Walla Floral Co., Walla Walla. Wash.. two 32 ft. by 100 ft. Less Expensive to Erect Than Wood. King Construction Co., North Tonawanda, N. Y. Eli Cross has a grand lot of lilies that will be just In time for Easter. His plant stock, too. Is In excellent shape, fine specimens In all the most popular kinds being- noted. Prospects here for Easter are excellent, good advance orders having been received. Tbavkmb. The Amemgm ftorasT Smerica is "the Praw n[ the Uessslj thsre may be mare camfort Amidships, but wb are the first to touch Unknown Seas,' Vol, XXXIV. CHICAGO AND NEW YORK. APRIL 2, 1910. No. 1139 The American Florist TWENTT-FIFTH YEAR. Copyright, 1910, by American Florist Company. Entered as Second-Class Matter Nov. 11, 1891, at the Post Otfice at Chicago, Illinois, under act of March 3," 1879. Published Evekt Saturday bt AMERICAN FLORIST COMPANY, 324 Dearborn St., Chicago, Long Distance Phone : Harrison 7465. Eastern Office : 1 133 Broadway, New York. Philadelphia, Pa.: Robt. Klft, 1 725 Chestnut St. Registered Cable Address : Ameflo, Chicago. Subscription, United States and M6.^ico, $1.00 a year; Canada, $2.00; Europe and Countries in Postal Union, $2.50. Subscriptions accepted only from the trade. Vol- umes half yearly from August, 1901. Address all correspondence, subscriptions, etc., American Florist Co.. 3^4 Dearborn St., Chicago. SOCIETY OF AMERICAN FLORISTS AND ORNAMENTAL HORTICULTURISTS. Officers — F. R. Pieeson, Tarrytown. N. Y., Pres.; Fred W. Vice. Rochester. N. Y.. Vice- Pres.: H. B. Dorner. Urbana. 111.. Sec'y; Wm. F. K.'^STiNG. Buffalo, N. Y.. Treas. Next meeting at Rochester. N. Y.. August, 1910. Second National Flower Show. Boston. Mass., March. 1911. THE AMERICAN CARNATION SOCIETY. Next annual convention and exhibition at Boston, Mass.. March. 1911 Fred. Burki, Pittsburg. Pa., President: A. F. J, Baur. Thirty- eighth St. and Senate Ave.. Indianapolis. Ind.. Secretary, AMERICAN ROSE SOCIETY. Next annual meeting and exhibition at Bos- ton, March 1911, Wm. H. Elliott, Brighton. Mass , President; .\, Farenwald, Roslyn. Pa. Vice President Benjamin Hammond, Fishltill- on-Hudson, N. Y,, Secretary. AMERICAN PEONY SOCIETY. Seveath annual meeting at Horticultural Hall., Boston, Mass.. June 19i0. B. H. Farr Reading. Pa., Pres.; A. H. Fewkes, Newton Highlands, Mass, Sec'y, Turn Your Surplus Stocks Into Cash By Advertising in the Ready Reference Department. See Page 511. HALF HOUR CHAPTERS FOR PLANT GROWERS Geraniums for Bedding. Up to now the Easter plants have been taking up a good deal of room, and the grower has not been able to repot his bedding geraniums. But as soon as these are out the geraniums must have attention. We like to spread the plants out a little and give plenty of air for a day or two before potting, as it hardens the plants a little before disturbing the roots. Still, when time cannot be found for this it is not im- portant and a portion of a bench can be cleared and the plants set back on it as they are potted. This potting, into 3% -inch or 4-inch, should be firm, as no further potting will be done and they still have quite a good deal to do. If the plants have drawn at all, it will be necessary to pinch the" points to insure the side shoots breaking, but if they are already of good shape this will not be necessary. In setting them back, give them all the room possible, and if they are drawn either way, stage them pointing away from the light, so they will grow into shape. The small pots, out of which the plants are taken, should be laid out to dry, as there will probably be later batches in the sand ready for potting and these can also have at- tention. Careful attention to the ven- tilation for this young stock will be necessary for a few days after repot- ting, but when once re-established in the pots the plants will need all the air possible to induce a sturdy, hard growth, and the oftener they are picked over and given a new stand, the better, as it tends to make the plants a better shape than if allowed to grow straight up. Shading: Plants in Flower. Nothing so quickly takes the color out of azaleas, bulbous stock and other flowering plants as bright sunshine, such as we are likely to get now, fol- lowing dull weather, and it will be necessary to shade them regularly. Some growers content themselves with whitewashing the roof, but a covering, I just above the plants, of thin, cheap I muslin is far better. Suspended about a yard above the heads of the plants, this material not only keeps the color in the flowers but, in the case of light colored ai)d white flowers, it prevents dust settling on them and disfiguring them. Dust will blow in through the roof even of the best constructed houses, and in or near large cities the sooty deposit from soft coal renders It impossible to keep the flowers clean without some such protection. And it may be noted that a blemish of this kind is a serious one in the eyes of first-class retailers who handle the plants, and shows up much more plain- ly in the retail store, where everything is spick and span, than in the green- houses. From now on it will probably be necessary to shade all the time and, even if there are not always sufficient flowering plants to fill the space, there are always some plants that need re- tarding, or newly potted stock that needs the shade, to fill up, so that it is not necessary to take the shading ma- terial up and down frequently. Fibrous Rooted Begonias. The free flowering nature of the fibrous rooted, small growing begonias is well known, and this must not be further encouraged by allowing the plants to become pot-bound, or they will not make a free growth. In a batch of seedlings there is always con- siderable variety, and we have selected those of best growth and color of flowers for stock. But unfortunately, the two things are not always com- bined and the plants with the finest color flowers are only too often either weak in growth or tall and lanky, and have not the bush form and many shoots that are desirable in this class of plant. While, as noted above, the plants do not like to be pinched for pot room, they should not, on the other hand, be given too much. The roots, while fairly vigorous, are not of a nature to enwrap and take possession of large quantities of soil; nor is it necessary, for in many cases, they have to be planted in window boxes, vases and other similar positions, and the smaller, in reason, the pots are the 474 The American Florist. April 2, better. Give the plants a good light position and allow plenty of air, a cool and only moderately moist atmosphere suiting them best. Cyclamens. The cyclamen grower will have to get busy now, for if good stock is to be produced by Christmas the plants will have to be kept going at a good pace right along. This does not mean that forcing conditions have to be re- sorted to, for these are not suitable for cyclamens. What they want is to be kept growing steadily all the time, from the time the seedlings appear above ground until the plants are fin- ished. What the old growers lost, with their system of growing and rest- ing — or roasting — is easily seen in the handsome specimens now grown in about 12 months, or a little over, simply by the natural method of let- ting the plants go on and take their proper course. The cyclamen likes light in winter and shade in summer, equable temperature and atmospheric conditions all the year round, as far as possible, and there you are — that is all there is to it from that point of view. As to soil, they like a good, holding loam, enriched with well-dried cow manure, or some other good fertilizer, and held in proper mechanical con- dition by the addition of some hard, gritty substance as sand or road grit, finely broken crocks, or anything that forms a buffer to the moisture and gives the roots a chance to breathe. The forwardest plants are now getting established in 2-inch pots and we have them on a bench quite a little distance from the glass, rather farther than we like, in fact, and they will be raised as soon as we can get around to it. The reason for putting them there was that after potting, a very severe frost oc- curred, and if placed on the shelves close to the glass the rapid change of temperature may cause a check to their growth, which is very undesir- able just now. But just as soon as the weather moderated the plants were put up close to the glass, where they will have to be watched carefully for water at the root and shaded lightly as soon next month as the sun gains power enough to injure the foliage. This about sums up the situation for the grower of these plants during the next month. Hardwooded Plants It is just at this time, between the seasons, that growers of hardwooded plants, such as heaths, epacrises. bo- ronias. and similar stock are apt to neglect their plants because of lack of room or lack of time to attend to them. It is too early to place them outdoors and the temperature inside is likely to rise too high for the plants. The proper place for them now, whether young stock or old plants, is on a cool, moist bottom of ashes in a house not shaded but well ventilated night and day. This will insure the roots drying out regularly and taking moisture, which is absolutely necessary to their well being. Plants that keep constantly moist have something wrong at the root, and it is up to the grower to find out what it is and find out pretty quickly if he is going to raise them, for these plants are too sensitive and the roots too small to stand extremes of either moisture or drought for long. Pos- sibly the drainage may be wrong or worms may have worked up into the soil, and if they are badly injured the plants may just as well be thrown m #N ^^^'<^ X ^ r&^^ ■^||^». jf^ f^v^^^^^ v^^^^ ji^si I^BSEi^^. V-JHI 'Hx^ M9 ^.mTM^m \% X ^P^ Jf . --*^--* \M^i ' d^^^^^^^^^^^^HI \ ^^^HnMft.^^H IHV flflV ^H.'^^^k.' away, for they will never pay for keeping. To do any good with this class of plants they must be kept healthy and growing from the start, and the only way to do this is to keep them in a cool, light, airy house dur- ing winter, and water carefully, thor- oughly soaking every inch of the soil when watering and giving no more until it is getting on the dry side again. In summer the plants should be grown in a sunny position outdoors, but the pots must be covered with ashes (plunged) to keep the heat of the sun from burning the roots. THE RETAIL TRADE NOVELTY EASTER BASKET BY H. C. ROWE, CHICAGO. Twit; Baski^t willi Hyacintl)S. Eastor Lilies and Primula Obconica Home Wedding Decorations. Among the most interesting and profitable work a retailer has to do is the decoration of homes for wed- ding celebrations. It brings him Into close personal contact with his cus- tomers and, if well carried out, estab- lishes a confidence that insures a con- tinuation of their patronage not only for this class of work, but for any- thing else that may be needed. The very nature of the work prevents any- thing like general rules being laid down for it. The amount of money the customer wishes to pay, the style and character of the rooms and the wishes of those connected with it have all to be considered in prepar- ing a scheme for decorations, but the decorator should have a scheme pre- pared and work in conformity with it all through. In the majority of cases it is usual to have each room treated with one color outside of the green used, but this rule, too, is fre- quently broken and the florist -must study the taste and orders of his pa- tron, unless he is given carte blanche, in which case he must use his own judgment and make the most artistic and pleasing decorations he Is cap- able of. Unfortunately florist decorators often get into a rut and carry out the same scheme, or at least the same style of decorations, on all and sundry occasions. It is well to have a dis- tinctive style, but let the details of the scheme be changed as often as possible. The use of plants for man- tels and other prominent parts of the rooms is not as popular as it once was, especially in rooms or homes of moderate dimensions. In large halls and corridors, reception rooms and salons where the style of indoor ar- chitecture needs them, large palms and foliage plants have a noble ap- pearance and are suitable, but In many smaller rooms a few vases of cut flowers and a pedestal plant or two are more in keeping. Still many people prefer the former and like their mantels draped with vines and en- livened with flowering plants. In this case see that the plants are of a light and elegant character, that the mir- rors on the mantels are draped, not hidden, and that the vines used are light and elegant, not heavy in com- parison with the room fittings. Decorations should not be obtrusive. They should appear supplementary to the furniture and fittings of the room, not as if the room was built pur- posely for them and must, in all cases, be in keepin.sr with the general igio. The American Florist. 475 476 The American Florist. April 2, style of decorations. In heavy pan- eled dining rooms the large Japanese and other chrysanthemums on long stems and, in large vases are fine but they would be quite out of place in a pretty pink and white or white and gilt room where sprays of single and pompon varie- ties would be more suitable en- livened with pretty little s'pecimens of Cocos Weddeliana or some of the small, fine foliaged aralias. Many more instances of suitable decorations could be cited, but so much depends upon individual circumstances that little good would probably result. One thing is very Important. Always choose help that will be as quiet and orderly as possible around the homes of patrons, men not given to untidy or loose habits, and instruct them to defer to the wishes of anyone with whom they come into contact in their work. Many a good patron has been lost to a florist owing to young and Irresponsible help being sent with no controlling head to keep order. Pa- trons may not say anything at the time, but it is credited up — not to the helpers themselves, but to the firm that employs them and will be remembered the next time work of this class is needed. The decorations illustrated on page 475 were carried out at the home of a customer by Smith & Fetters, Cleveland, O. This firm has a reputation for this class of work and has carried out some of the most successful and elaborate decora- tion in the country. Easter Business In Chicago. The low price .at which good stock could be obtained, the excellent de- mand and the fine weather all com- bined to make the Easter business of 1910 one of the best on record for the retailer. Wholesalers and commission men may feel sore when good stock has to be sold at so low a price, but this does not make any difference to the retailer. Still the present can hardly be described as a good Easter for cut flowers, even with the retailers and quite a considerable part of the business was in pot plants, which surely never sold better. When we looked at the immense number of plants in some of the principal retail- ers' stores we must confess that we had our doubts about their cleaning up, but on Monday, in the same stores, not a plant or basket of any conse- quence could be seen. Everybody was tired, but all expressed themselves as more than satisfied, business having ex- ceeded their most sanguine expecta- tions. We did not make a very ex- haustive tour of the city after Easter, but the few instances noted are typical of conditions all over. Harry C. Rowe, Monroe street, had a very fine lot of plants and plant baskets. He had his counter moved back to give more room in the store and every available corner was filled. Mr. Rowe always has original ideas in his baskets and this season was no exception. We have not space to go into details, but one is certainly worthy of mention if only on account of its simplicity. It was made only of Easter lilies and white spirea with a little green added and we have seldom seen a simpler and at the same time so effective a basket. Great quantities were handled, both of cut flowers and plants and on Monday of the present week hardly a plant could be seen, showing that an excellent business had been done. At the Bohannon Floral Co., the same story was told. The baskets here were very artistic, the rambler rose being very effectively used. Here too on Monday there was nothing much left and the business was exceptionally good. John Mangel had a fine trade. As we noted last week his store was just full of choice and elegant work, but everything was cleaned out. Besides the rush of Easter business, Mr. Mangel had the decorations at a ban- quet given by Hart, Schafner & Marx at the New Congress hotel and this kept everyone on the jump. The tables were laid in an egg-shaped formation baskets would go. They were there In all imaginable shapes and sizes from the small china vase to large baskets containing big specimen plants and everything sold. Early orders nearly cleaned out Chas. A. Samuelson's stock of large baskets and more had to be made. The business was especially good in the pretty art ware and similar stock for which' this store is noted. His Easter window was a beauty. A gate- way in white was flanked by pillars, Dorothy Perkins roses being trained over these in a very natural and pleas- ing manner. In front a lawn was made of green moss and a miniature lake, in which ducks were disporting, was edged with Adiantum Farleyense. Fine specimen plants and baskets stood around and the whole scene was very pretty. Wm. J. Smyth had a fine lot POTS OF SINGLE YELLOW TULIPS, GOLDFINCH. and in the center was a fountain, kept playing, with a border of red tulips, flowering plants and ferns. In the basin, crotons and Cyperus alternifolius were arranged, boxes of yellow tulips were placed at prominent places among the palms and ferns and red tulips were used on the cloth. The whole scheme was red and yellow and was carried out in the new Florentine room. The Fleischman Floral Co. had by far the biggest Easter business ever done by the firm and that is saying a good deal. Anyone seeing the store on Friday would naturally wonder where all the fine plants and plant of all kinds of stock and baskets in his own excellent style and all the other south side retailers report a mag- nificent business. Retailers, in fact, will have cause to remember the pres- ent Easter as one of the best on record. OSHKOSH, Wis. — E. P. Barnett, of the Oshkosh Floral Co., has incor- porated a company, under the old title. Mr. Barnett started doing business here, February 19, at 116 Main street, and has enjoyed an excellent business since then. igio. The American Florist. 4:77 THE VIOLET. Violets in the East. As the present is the time of great- est flower production and also of very low prices, would it not pay to throw out a part of the plants and make room for a planting of Memorial day flowers? I think sometimes we hang on to a crop that is hardly paying the cost of picking, when, by clearing the PLANT BREEDING. If you would build up a good strain of either single or double violets, prac- tice rigid selection. It is possible to create a strain, after a few years of careful work, that will be so much superior to the stock with which one started as to pass for an improved va- riety. This is true of almost all plants, but we think the single violet lends itself to this method of improve- ment more easily than anything with f. 5! Mi r^ ^ f ii ■H^^^*^ iy '< ^ k / '1 i^'Ml^s .:j ...I^ %k m.w vk BIRCH BARK BASKET OF EASTER LILY, HYACINTHS AND FERNS. By .\ndrew Mc.^dams, Chicago. space promptly, room could be made for something that would pay. There seems a considerable lack of knowl- edge, not only among beginners, but among those who ought to know, as to the proper time to pick violets, and how to handle them after gathering. Single violets should not be picked until the flowers are open flat, that is, until the two upper petals are slightly reflexed. At this stage they bunch better and will not hang their heads or "show their necks" so quickly. Our method is to bunch as fast as the flow- ers are picked, plunging the stems into clean water for about a half hour, and placing in a cool cellar. After a half hour in water, thev are packed in boxes, made as near air-tight as pos- sible by the use of waxed paper, and not disturbed again until sold. Treated In this way they will retain their freshness and odor much longer than if left in water. PROP.^GATION. If strong plants of the double va- rieties for next year are wanted, prop- agation should start now. Select only from the best plants the strongest runners and root in clean sand, in a temperature eight or ten degrees warmer than the violet house. If propagatmg plants of the single varie- ties from divisions, which is believed to be the be?*, "-othod. next month, after the plants . ic through flowering, l-s the proper time to divide them. Use only the new growth, throwing away the old crown; cut back the roots two-thirds and plant in flats of soil. > which we have worked. Go through the beds carefully, noting such plants as show desirable traits of habit or bloom. On one you will perhaps no- tice that the petals are wider, larger, or with more substance: on another that the stems always come longer; another throws flowers of a darker or more desirable shade; still, another is more free in flowering. There are only a few plants in the house show- ing these desirable traits, while there are hundreds with deformed or streaky flowers, short stems, or with a rank growth and few flowers. If you are a careful observer, with a quick eye, you will see this dil¥erence, and if you are not, you will never rank with the best growers of violets or anything else. All these desirable and undesirable characteristics can most surely be perpetuated by propagation. There may be some reversion, but that may be eliminated by further selec- tion. Indiscriminate propagation is the surest way to so run out the stock that it is not worth growing, while from one plant of superior merit one can, in a few years, build up a strain that will be flattering to the self re- spect and fattening to the pocket- book. The man who owns this super- ior stock is always popular with the buyers, while the careless, slip-shod grower remains always in the ranks of the "also rans." Viola. Saratoga Springs, N. T. — John Ralph, of Woodlawn avenue, had the floral decorations at the Saratoga club, given to the commissioners of the state reservation March 15. In the flag and bunting decorations only the national colors were used. In front of the speakers' table was a large wreath of pink carnations, and on either side smaller wreaths of daffodils, arranged in Empire design. Between the wreaths were garlands of smilax. On the table was a large vase of Killarney roses and daffodils. The other tables alternated, one having a vase of car- nations with the pink flowers strewed beneath, the same arrangement being followed out on the adjoining table, by the use of daffodils. The effect, aided by a profuse use of ferns, proved most attractive, and was the cause of highly complimentary comment. EASTER BASKET BY WM. J. SMYTH, CHICAGO. Gunista. BluL- Hyacinths. Boston Ferns and Blue- and White Chiffon, 478 The American Florjst. April i. THE CANNA. Cannas of the Past Quarter-Century. BY ANTOINB WINTZEB. Those of US who can look back 25 years, when the canna as a decorative plan;, was valued more for its tropical foliage effect than for blossoms, can- not fail to observe with pleasure the vast improvement in the size, color and form of the present day canna as compared with those we knew in the past. The transformation has been truly marvelous, but the majority have failed to realize its far-reaching effect. The canna of today is, with- out exception, the king of summer bedding and foliage plants. The writer cannot think of any other class of plants that will give a continuous mass of bloom from early summer on an average of 100 days, and sometimes more, especially if the fall be favor- able. The modern cannas have a combination of form and a range and richness of color that is simply won- derful. Those who have not seen a field of cannas near the close of a calm and mild August or September day, have missed one of the most beautiful and charming floral displays that earth has ever produced. People travel hundreds of miles and have climbed to the top of mountains to view a glorious sunset. When you have a beautiful field of cannas in bloom you can feast your eyes to your heart's content on colors as rich and gorge- ous as the most brilliant sunset skies, with the advantage that while you cannot reach the clouds, which will dissolve into vapor as you approach them, you can admire and examine the canna to your heart's content. THE HISTORY OF THE CANNA. The canna has a history. Centuries before the foot of the white man trod the pathless wilderness of the Ameri- can continent, it grew and expanded its massive foliage to the eyes of the red man of the forest, who probably found in its hard round seeds the source of amusement for his children to try their skill in shooting at small birds through blow guns. Early in, or during the middle of the last cen- tury, enterprising botanists or collec- tors introduced the canna into Europe where the species were inspected by men of science and honored with high sounding botanical names. The gar- den cannas of the present time were mainly bred from such types as C. Indica, C. iridiflora, C. Warscewiczii, C. glauca and later C. Ehmannii, C. alba rosea and C. flaccida. From these various types, through inter- breeding, the magnificent cannas of the present day have been evolved. THE CEOZY CANNAS. The name of Antoine Crozy, of France, as the originator of an im- proved breed of cannas, is well known wherever this beautiful flower is grown. Through the introduction in 1890 of his famous Mme. Crozy, the name of Crozy cannas was generally applied to all the gladiolus flowered type originated later, although many of the later types and varieties were bred from other strains by different growers. After the introduction of Mme. Crozy, Mons. Crozy, by his nu- merous introductions, began to be looked upon as the chief source from which the new French cannas could be expected. Of the numerous varie- ties originated by Crozy from 1890 to 1895 many are still quite prominent, among these being Alphonse Bouvier, Florence Vaughan, Souv. de Antoine Crozy, Charles Henderson and others. There next loomed into prominence the introductions of Pfitzer from Ger- many, most noteworthy of which was Queen Charlotte, which at the time of its introduction in 1893 created Canna King Humbert. quite a sensation, being the finest gilt edge variety at that time. Mr. Pfitzer has and is still introducing many other notable kinds. At the time of the Columbian exposition held at Chicago in 1893 a number of the most pro- gressive firms were already listing the notable varieties introduced by these two pioneers, and it remained for this exhibition to show to the general pub- lic the possibilities of this wonderful bedding plant. Among the prominent Antoine Wintzer. Hvbridi/iiig Cannas. kinds there exhibited may be men- tioned a few of those which were suc- cessful in carrying off prizes, as fol- lows: Alphonse Bouvier, Charles Henderson, Egandale, Florence Vaughan, J. B. Cabot, Mme. Crozy, Explorateur Crampbell, Geo. W. Childs, J. C. Vaughan and Alba Rosea made the best display. AMEBICAN RAISED CANNAS. This display seemed to have aroused the American people, and especially hybridizers, to an increased interest in the possibilities of the canna, so that in the following- few years the market soon began to be flooded with new varieties. One noteworthy fea- ture of the list at this period shows an almost total absence of pink varie- ties; this color class was left for an American breeder to develop, and the need was soon supplied by such sorts as Pink Ehmannii, 1894; Maiden's Blush, 1897, shortly followed by Martha Washington and Rosemawr in 1898; also others. Prominent among the hybridizers of this period was Dr. Van Fleet, who, through his untiring efforts in working with Ehmannii, produced the first shades of pink; and Alsace, the nearest approach to a white, was introduced in 1896 in co-operation with the writer, who has continued and is still following up the work. DAMMANNS, THE ITALIAN EAISEES. At this time, about 1895, there ap- peared on the horizon entirely new workers in this line, Dammanns of Italy, who produced the first of the strain of cannas now known as the orchid flowering type. The first two in this class were Austria and Italia, said to have been produced by cross- ing Mme. Crozy with C. flacidda. It is interesting now for us to remember their predictions made at that time, that all other varieties would soon be discarded in favor of the new strain. But later experience has proved that, while this type has given us the larg- est flower, it has by no means super- seded the gladiolus flowered type, which now is more extensively used than any other class. In the following year many varie- ties of this same strain were intro- duced by the Dammanns, but com- paratively few of them have remained in general commerce. While this class produced flowers of larger size and better form, the petals were flimsy and lacking in substance, the trusses were also smaller and they were of later blooming habit. There was a loss also in brilliancy of color as com- pared with the gladiolus flowered type. Many of these defective fea- tures, however, have been eliminated by American and European breeders, whose later introductions show great improvement in earliness and pro- fusion of bloom, texture of petals and brilliancy of color, at the same time retaining their wonderful size and form. NEW SHADES. While the Dammanns were busy on their orchid flowering strain American breeders were striving to develop new types by producing shades and colors heretofore lacking. The catalogues of prominent growers of this period by various introductions attest to the I^IO. The American Florist. 479 great improvement being made annu- ally in size of flowers, brilliancy of color and altogether new shades. The efforts to produce a strain better adapted to the trying conditions of the American climate, which called for petals of greater substance were very successful. Another fault of many of the early introductions, as for example Alphonse Bouvier, was the drooping head, another feature corrected by later hybridizers. Still further advance was made in the breeding of more dwarf varieties of good habit and free blooming qualities, better adapted for planting in small gardens. Prominent among these dwarf varieties were Niagara, Butter- cup, Triumph and others. Another line of work was developing flowers of new colors on the bronze leaved types, the efforts of hybridizers being directed toward producing flowers of lighter shade on darker foliage. A new canna of great merit, origi- nated about this time by John A. Kemp, was Pennsylvania, an example of one of the most remarkable achievements and greatest breaks in canna hybridizing. This was produced by crossing Duke of Marlboro with one of the orchid flowering varieties, thus producing the first solid red in this class. A good example of the perse- verance and patience required in canna breeders is exemplified in the production of the then nearest white canna, Mont Blanc, which is the re- sult of cross breeding extending over eight years, having for its progenitor, Alsace, which always had the disad- vantage of very narrow petals. This was in 1903. Many who attended the Louisiana Purchase exposition, held at St. Louis in 1904, will long remember the re- markable display of cannas there shown by the leading firms of this country, one firm alone having beds extending over a space of four and a half acres, with no less than 50 kinds, many of them made up in beds of a solid color, and perhaps the most prominent of those there exhibited was Louisiana, which carried off the grand prize. This is an introduction of the author's, and, together with King Humbert, attracted wide attention for its brilliancy, early blooming qualities and splendid effectiveness. It might be of interest to know that the two can- nas, Louisiana and New York, are the result of an entire winter's work in hybridizing. Prominent among the prize-winning cannas at St. Louis were Betsy Ross, Buttercup, Duke of York, Evolution, Niagara, Queen of Holland, Cherokee, West Grove, Florence Vaughan, Black Prince, Hiawatha and Brandywine. THE ENGLISH GROWERS' WORK. But without doubt the most com- prehensive test that has been made in the history of the canna, to our knowledge, took place at Wisley, near London, the experimental station of the Royal Horticultural Society of England. This test was inaugurated in the spring of 1906 when an invi- tation was sent out to growers in Eu- rope and America and 271 different stocks were received for trial, which extended over two years (1906-1907); 220 distinct varieties were represented in this test and were three times in- CANNA ROSEA GIGANTEA. spected by the floral committee and the following varieties were selected as the best in color, receiving awards of merit (A. M.) or highly com- mended (XXX) : White. — Blanche Wintzer. Yellow, — Burbank, R. Wallace, Wyoming. Orange. — Hesperide, Oscar Dannecker, S. T. Wright, Uncle Sam. Rose. — Duke of York , Frau Philipp Sies- mayer, Isabella Ereitschwerdt, Mel- rose, Venus. Red. — Furst Wied, Gross- herzog Ernst Ludwig, Karl Kirsten, Pluto, Wilhelm BofBnger, Wm. Saun- ders. Yellow, spotted with red. — Elizabeth Hoss, Gladiator, J. B. van der Schoot. It is valuable as a matter of history for us to note the awards of merit that have been granted cannas by the Royal Horticultural Society during the past 20 years as follows: 1890, Mad. Crozy.' 1892, Alphonse Bouvier. 1892, Queen Charlotte, Sophie Buchner, Duchess of York. 1894, L. E. Bally.' 1896, Roi des Rouges, Austria, Italia. 1897, Allemania, America, Compte de Bouchard. Stradfrath Hiedenrich, Edouard Meig. 1898, Partenope. 1900, Secy. Chabanne. 1901, Grossherzog Ernst Ludwig. Oscar Dannecker, Jean Tissot, Elizabeth Hoss, Reichkanzler Furst Hohenlohe, Mrs. Kate Gray, Mrs. G. A. Strohlein. 1907, Melrose, S. T. Wright, Wm. Saunders, Blanche Wintzer, Duke of York, "Venus, Glad- iator, Uncle Sam, Isabelle Ereitsch- werdt, Wm. Boflinger, Hesperide, R. Wallace, J. B. van der Schoot, Pluto, Burbank, Furst Weid. Forty per cent of the awards of 1907 were of Ameri- can origin, although there was but one firm contributing. There is considerable confusion about the canna business as it exists today. The summary of the cannas of- 480 The American Florist. April 2, fei-ed in the catalogues of 11 of the most prominent firms show as many tis 158 canna varieties now offered on this side of tlie Atlantic. The work done by the English through their Royal Horticultural So- ciety is certainly an object lesson which we Americans would do well to adopt, especially as the canna is much better adapted to the climatic conditions of America than to those in England. If there was an experiment station to which all new cannas could be sent for trial it would help us soon to see and give proper credit for de- serving new kinds while inferior va- rieties could be readily weeded out. The writer feels that in compiling this paper he may have omitted some noteworthy varieties, which lie has not had the opportunity of seeing, but submits herewitli a list of kinds which have been thoroughly tested and found to be among the best in America to- day. GLADIOLUS FLOWEEED, BEONZE FOLIAGE. Shades of Red. — Wm. Saunders, Chautauqua, Jupiter, David Harum, Brandywine. Mrs. Geo. Strohlein. Pink and Salmon Shades. — Hia- watha, Minnehaha, Eastern Beauty, Queen of Holland, Evolution. GREEX FOLI.\GE. Shades of Red.- — Duke of Marlboro, Chicago, Pres. McKinley, Compte de Sachs, Philadelphia Improved, Pillar of Fire, Chas. Henderson, Geo. Wash- ington, Pres. Cleveland, Wintzer's Meteor, Cherokee, Express. Shades of Pink, Rose and Salmon. — Rosea Gigantea, West Grove, Ottawa, Martha Washington, Betsy Ross, Louise, Mile. Berat. Shades of Yellow and Orange. — Buttercup, Gladiator, Brilliant, Im- proved Coronet, Florence Vaughan, Elizabeth Hoss, California, Compte de Bouchard. , Near White. — Mont Blanc, Alsace. Pink Variegated.^ — Venus, Duke of York, Gladioflora, Gilt Edged. — ^Niagara, Mme. Crozy, Souv. de A. Crozy, Queen Charlotte. ORCHID FLOWERING, BRONZE FOLIAGE. Red Shades. — New York, King Humbert. Orange. — Wyoming. GREEN FOLIAGE. Red Shades. — Louisiana, Uncle Sam, Pennsylvania, Mrs. Kate Gray. Orange. — Indiana. Viariegated. — A 1 I e m a n i a, Long Branch, Frederic Benary. Three Good New Cannas At Schenley park, Pittsburg, Pa., quite a number of the finer varieties of cannas are grown in the fine bed- ding displays made there each sum- mer and the following, which are rec- ommended by Geo. W. Burke, the su- perintendent of parks, should be kept in mind: "King Humbert was considered a great acquisition; it is a grand canna. foliage and trusses fine and size and color of individual flowers almost ideal. We would highly recommend it to any one interested in cannas. "Venus is quite a novelty; the foli- age is good and the flowers quite at- tractive. It is a nice thing to grow in limited quantities but with us it does not stand the sun, as well as oth- er varieties. "Harr.v Laing is a fine canna for general purposes, with good foliage, large trusses of flowers and fine color. We consider it quite an improvement on some of the older scarlet varie- ties." Hotbeds. After the rush of Easter business is over the grower's energies must turn to the bedding plants and the work- ing up of the new stock for the com- ing season's planting. The grower who handles a general line of plants for bedding, together with roses, car- nations, clirysanthemums, etc., for cut flowers, usually finds at this season of the year that the lack of bench space is his most difficult problem. To re- lieve this overcrowded condition, a hotbed, by taking care of several va- rieties of the bedding plants, will be found extremely useful. Steam heated hotbeds are those most gene'-ally used. These can be constructed as permanent frames, the length of which may be governed to suit the require- ments, but they are much handier and more economical to work if built in lengths of not more than 50 feet. Two- inch lumber is the best material to use for constructing the frames; drive stout stakes into the ground about every four feet, nailing the planks to these; allow the height of the frame at the hack to be 16 inches, the front 12 inches and the width of the frame six feet. To provide the steam heat for a bottom temperature of 70''-75° it will take three lines of 1-inch pipe, one on each side, about eight inches away from .the sides of the frame and one line in the center of the bed con- nected to headers at each end of the frames. The pipes should be fitted with flow and return valves at the headers at both ends of the frame to enable each run of beds to be controlled separately. The steam pipes should be laid about 10 inches below the surface of the beds. Dig trenches the length of the beds where the pipes are to go and after laying them, fill in with light, loose soil such as the heat can pene- trate freely. Avoid any cold clay soil for this purpose. Allowance should be made for plenty of head room for the plants when filling the soil. A clear 10 inches at the back and five inches in the front of the frame from the top of the plants to the glass should be allowed. Steam should be turned into the frame two or three days before using, so that the beds are thoroughly heated through. The plants can be planted direct into the soil of the beds, carried in flats on the sur- face or left in the pots and plunger! in loose material, the latter method suiting our ideas the best. The hot- bed is an ideal place for bringing along such plants as alternanthera, lobelia, centaurea. verbena, santolina. celosia or achyranthes. also egg plants, pep- pers and all of the stock for outdoor planting that requires a quick growth. Stable manure is also very largely used as heating material for hotbeds, and for this purpose the building of the frames is the same, leaving out the piping. In preparing the manure it should be turned over thoroughly a week or so before putting into the frame, but do not let it remain in the pile long enough to burn dry. If it appears too dry at any time, give a light damping down. The old style way of building a pile of manure and setting the frame on the top is not now followed to any great extent by those who work hotbeds on a large scale but, instead, the manure is thrown into the frames and thoroughly tramped down, allowing for a depth of about 10 inches of the material after it has settled down. To do this it is necessary to take out a little of the ground before putting in the manure to insure the proper head room for the plants. The sides and ends of the frames on the outside are then well banked up with manure, even to the top of the frame. The sash are placed on and the manure allowed to steam off a little for a day or two before putting in soil or plants. One of the essential point.= in managing the hotbed is to keep a little air on on every favorable oc- casion to guard against fungus and damping. C. W. JOHNSON. Yellow Callas. A peculiar charm invests the yellow calla, to which the average gardener readily succumbs. The chaste white Richardia (Calla) Africana has been familiar to generations of gardeners, and it cannot be displaced even by the charming newcomers. The cultural requirements of the white and yellow kinds is entirely at variance, inasmuch as the period of greatest activity with Richardia Africana agrees with the dormant or resting season of the yel- low kinds. Seeds of the yellow callas are some- times obtainable, and flowering plants may be raised from them in three or four years. Dormant tubers are al- ways offered by the trade at this season, and for a small sum flowering tubers can be had to begin with, and where an early display is required the latter are generally to be recom- mended. The common calla comes from the moister regions of South Africa, and is therefore semi-aquatic by origin, whereas the yellow kinds come from warm inland districts, where the "hot season" is of periodic occurrence, and synchronises with the resting period of the plants. In this country their culti- vation can only be successfully carried out under glass, and, in general prac- tice, it is found of greatest convenience to rest them during the winter months, crowding their vegetative period into our spring and summer. All the yellow callas are best potted in spring, in a rich light compost simi- lar to that used for the common arum; an intermediate house will meet their requirements till June, when they suc- ceed under ordinary greenhouse con- ditions until such time as they pass out of flower, and the plants are induced to go to rest by gradually withdrawing the supply of water, eventually with- holding it entirely. The best yellow callas for garden purposes are as under: Richardia Elliottiana, a species originally raised from seed imported from South Africa. The spathes are of a golden-yellow color, and the leaves are marked by irregular white blotches. The plant is vigorous in growth, and flowers freely during June and July from tubers started in February and March. R. Pentlandi is a stronger and finer spec- ies than the foregoing, and the leaves are deep green, while the stalks are more or less marked with purple blotches. The spathes are rich golden- yellow, with a maroon blotch at the base; it is a free and vigorous grower, requiring at least 10 degrees more heat than the common arum to bring igio. The American Florist. 481 it to perfection. R. Mrs. Roosevelt is a liybrid between R. Elliottiana and R. albo maculata; from the latter par- ent it derives a liardy constitution. and, therefore, succeeds under cooler conditions than the others. The flow- ers are pale sulphur-yellow, with a maroon blotch at the base of the spathe. R. Taylori is a hybrid be- tween R. Elliottiana and R. aurata, in which the flowers are almost identical with those of R. Mrs. Roosevelt, if anything, rather deeper in tint. R. albo maculata is the hardiest, but scarcely meiits notice as a decorative subject: the spathes, as a rule, have more green than yellow. Being fairly hardy, it is sometimes used to secure foliage contrast in the summer season. — Gardeners' Magazine. To Be Done Now. IX THE GREENHOUSES. Where the earliest sown fern spores have failed from any cause, sow again using fertilized soil and placing the pans or flats in a .shady, moist po- sition. The young stock of double petunias can probably be topped now and the tops inserted as cuttings. In handling grafted roses consider- able care is necessary to avoid break- ing out the scions. Cyperus alternifolius may be in- creased to any extent now by means of the short tips placed in sand al- ways kept saturated with moisture. Give the benches of smilax that were cut down for Easter a week or two's rest before topdressing and starting again. Old plants of sansevierias and as- pidistras may be shaken out and di- vided now for stock purposes. Pinch the young carnations regu- larly when about three inches high in order to have an even lot for plant- ing out. Sow seed of Asparagus plumosus and A. Sprengeri in gentle heat. Let the pots or flats be well drained and use a light soil. Avoid too much moisture in the atmosphere where Deutzia gracilis is coming into flower and stop spraying as soon as the blooms show white. Where rose or other benches are mulched with fresh manure keep a little air on at night to prevent the fumes becoming too strong and in- juring the plants. Watch for the first sign of mildew on roses, young or old, and use sul- phur on the pipes at once. OUTDOOES. Tidy up the shrubbery, removing all dead points of shoots and old useless wood. Sow sweet peas on well enriched soil as soon as it can be got into good condition but do not hurry to get on land that is wet. Time and seed will be saved by waiting. Burnt earth and garden refuse sprinkled dry on the surface will often make a stubborn or wet seed bed work well. Prepare frames with especial care for seedling pansies and be prepared to cover them if necessary should frost set in again. Hardy annuals should be sown in plenty now. Nothing gives so bright and cheerful an appearance at so little cost. Frequent hoeing, as soon as the soil is in fit condition, is a great aid to early crops. A little nitrate of soda also helps, especially crops of the brassica order. Burn up any rubbish that is around and clean up the place generally for spring planting. THE EASTER BUSINESS OF 1910 We are again enabled, through the courtesy of our many correspondents in this country and Canada, to give reports of the Easter business which we are glad to note, show a healthy increase over that of last year. The' ab- normally warm weather made stock extremely plentiful, and the prices to growers have not been as satisfactory as in some years, but the retailers have reaped the advantage. Taken altogether the Easter business must be described as eminently satisfactory. YouNGSTOWN, O. — John Walker re- ports his sales as 40 per cent greater than those of last season, with prices the same on plants, but those on cut flowers lower. This was due to the over-supply of the latter owing to the warm weather. In plants, azaleas, bulb stock, lilies and rhododendrons sold best and there was a falling off in rambler roses and large hydrangeas. Bulbous flowers were the only ones that did not sell well. Owing to the early Easter, Mr. Walker did not grow as many lilies as usual for wholesaling, but had plenty of these and all other pot plants for his own use. Ft. Wayne, Ind. — W. J. & M. S. Vesey say their sales were greater by one-third this year than last at similar prices. There were plenty of cut flow- ers, but not enough plants for the de- mand. In plants, bulb stock, ramblers, azaleas and daisies sold best, roses, car- nations and violets being the cut flow- ers most wanted. All others in the town report fine business and all are congratulating themselves on the fact that Easter was not two weeks later, on account of the hot weather. LONDON, Ont. — J. Gammage & Son report an increase of 30 per cent in Easter sales over those of last year, with low-er prices on lilies. There were more flowers than were needed, but the supply of plants was about equal to the demand. Lilies and roses sold best in plants, made up baskets not being so popular. Violets and bulb stock sold better than roses. Every lily in the city was sold by 6 p. m. on Saturday and the weather was ideal for business and delivery. Atlanta, Ia. — The Atlanta Green- houses report a 25 per cent increase in .sales at Easter at prices about the same as last year. Plants in blooin all sold out. Carnations were short, but there was plenty of roses. Azaleas rambler roses and hydrangeas all sold well at big prices, but ferns and palms were a slow sale. Carnations and bulb-stock sold best in cut flowers. The warm weather brought along bulb stock such as hyacinths, too quickly, but lilies were just right. Fredemcton, N. B. — John Be'.jbing- ton & Son report an increase in busi- ness over that of 1909 of about 10 per cent at prices about the same as last year. A few more carnations could have been sold, but there was plenty of plants. Lilies, azaleas, spireas, cinerarias and bulb stock all sold well, as did all varieties of cut flowers. The weather was good and considerable funeral work helped out the total. Bellefontaine, O. — R. S. McMurray had a nice Easter business, his sales totaling some 25 per cent higher than those of last year, at prices about the same. Stock was just about equal to the demand and the business was about equally divided among the var- ious classes of flowers. Manchester, N. H. — This is the first year in business for S. H. Mead & Co., but, they say it has been extremely good, especially considering the fact that they took over the houses empty last fall. They sold over 1,600 pots of lilies. Janesville, Wis. — The Janesville Floral Co. reports a remarkable in- crease ir Easter sales over those of last year — no less than 50 per cent. Prices were about the same and more plants could have been sold. Spring flowers were in great demand, also lilies and bulb stock in pots. The de- mand for roses and carnations fell off. Nothing but fresh stock would go. Winona, Minn. — John Fuhlbruegge reports a phenomenal advance in Easter business, his report being ap- proximately 50 per cent more than last year at about the same prices. Lilies and azaleas were short, but other plants were equal to the demand, as were cut flowers. Spireas sold slowly and lilies were in the lead, violets and lilies also leading as cut flowers. Enid, Okla. — J. R. Detwiler says his sales were somewhat less at Easter this year than last at prices about the same. There were more than enough plants for the demand, but hardly enough cut flowers, carnations and roses being most in demand. Mr. Det- wiler says he will grow more cut flow- ers and less plants next year. Gainesville, Ga. — J. E. Jackson, of the Piedmont Greenhouses, says his sales showed an increase of 25 per cent over those of last year at better prices. The supply of cut flowers and plants were not equal to the demand which ran to carnations and roses in cut flowers and flowering plants. Brampton, ONT.^The Dale Estate reports sales as greater than those of last year. Easter lilies continue to bring low prices in Canada, while the amount of flowers kept prices in all lines low. Bulbous stock was not much in demand, carnations, roses and valley having the call. Troy, N. Y. — Sambrook Bros, report an increase in their business of about 20 per cent at similar prices to last year. Everything was in sufficient sup- ply, except small plants, which sold better than large ones. In cut flowers, sweet peas and violets sold better than roses and carnations. KOKOMO, IND. — W, W. Coles reports a 25 per cent increase in sales over those of last Easter at similar prices. Carnations were short and these and roses were much in demand. Prices were about the same and Easter lilies, azaleas and hyacinths were, the plapts most in demand. ATCHISON, Kans. — Groves Green- houses report trade and prices at Easter about the same as last year. Lilies were scarce, but all other plants were plentiful, and there were too many cut flowers, lilies being the best seller. ' ATLANTIC City, N. J. — Edwards Floral Co. reports a fair increase in sales at Easter over those of last year at prices about equal. Azaleas sold • best in plants and sweet peas and vio- lets in cut flowers. Beockville, Ont. — Edwards, Flor- . ists, say that business at Easter was all that could be desired, and the weather was ideal. Hydrangeas, aza- leas, lilies and bulb stock sold out very close. 482 The American Florist. April 2» The American Florist 1885 Twenty-Fifth Year 1910 Subscription. United States and Mexico $1.00 a year; Canada $2.00: Europe and Countries in Postal Union. $2.50. Subscriptions accepted onlyfrom those in the trade. When sending us change of address always send the old address at the same time. Advertising rates on application. From the first issue the American Florist has accepted only trade advertisements. Advertisements must reach us Tuesday (earlier if possible), as we go to press Wednesday. We do not assume any responsibility for the opinions of our correspondents. Eastern Representatives: A. F. Faulkner. 1133 Broadway. New York. ROBT. KiFT. 1725 ChestnutSt.. Philadelphia, Pa. THE AMERICAN FLORIST, 324 Dearborn St.. CHICAGO- THIS ISSUE 56 PAGES WITH COVER CONTENTS. Half hour chapters for plant growers. . . .473 — Geraniums for bedding 473 — Shading plants in flower 473 — Fibrous rooted begonias 473 — Cyclamens — Hard-wooded plants 474 The retail trade 474 — Home wedding decorations (illus.) . . . .474 — Easter baskets (illus.) 474, 477 — Easter business in Chicago 476 — Pots of Tulip Goldfinch (illus.) 476 The violet 477 — Violets in the east 477 The canna 478 — Cannas of the past quarter century .... 47S — Cannas King Humbert (illus.) 473 — ^Antoine Wintzer hybridizing cannas (Illus.) 478 — Canna Rosea Gigantea (illus.) 479 — Three good new cannas 480 Hotbeds 480 Yellow callas 480 To be done now 481 The Easter business 481 Society of American Florists 482 Meetings next week 483 New York State floriculture 484 Correspondence course in horticulture. . .484 Crepe chasing again 484 Chicago 485 — O. P. Bassett (portrait) 486 Detroit 488 Nashville 488 Boston 490-605 Philadelphia 491-605 New York 492 Baltimore 492 Bufl-alo 494 Pittsburg 494 St. Louis 495 Rochester. N. Y 496 The seed trade 498 —Canadian seed imports 498 — Those lovely seeds 498 — Imports 498 Market gardeners 500 — Seed sowing 500 — The Boston Market Gardeners' Ass'n. .500 The nursery trade 502 — Among the newer deutzlas 602 . — Semi-double peonies 502 Origin of My Maryland rose 504 Recent books 504 — The landscape beautiful 504 San Francisco 506 Cincinnati 508 Filling window boxes 508 Fruits ripened by chemicals 516 Grand Rapids. Mich 517 Allied trades 520 . — No nitrogen famine imminent :.520 Blow B*(tly, winds, o'er garden beds. Where flowers are wnklnp from their sleep. While drowsily they lift their hends. The skies of April laiiKh and weep ; Blow softly while the wild birds slnsr. And rills exultant break their chains; Blow eoftly. heralds of the Spring. — Upon her throne fair April reigns. Ruth Katmono. April Showers, gentle and well dis- tributed, may save many good reputa- tions, not meaning the poets. The National Sweet Pea Society's preliminary scliedule is out, with a fine list of special prizes. Secretary Harry A. Bunyard, 342 West Fourteenth street, New Yorlc, will be pleased to supply copies and all other informa- tion on application. Easter business was favored to a very large extent by the fine spring weather which prevailed. Easier Sunday, March 27, the tem- perature at Chicago was the highest on record for that month, the ther- mometer registering 81°. Retailers say that a number of their best Easter customers, who go to Cali- fornia annually in winter, has not yet returned. Andrew Carnegie and others were in Chicago this weelt en- route from the coast. The Steamship Oceana, which arriv- ed at New Torlc from Bermuda March 24, brought only a small supply of lily blooms. The main supply of flow- ers from this source, it is said, will ar- rive after Easter. The greenhouse growers of lilies who marketed their crops before Easter have no doubt taken profits accordingly. Society of American Florists. EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE MEETING. The regular Mid-Lent meeting of the executive board was held at the Seneca hotel, Rochester, N. T., March 12, 14 and 15. The entire executive board, consisting of President Pierson, Geo. Asmus, John Young, W. J. Vesey, Eugene Dailledouze, W. N. Rudd. Robt. Craig, J. A. Valentine, F. W. Vick, Wm. F. Kasting and H. B. Dorner were present during the entire session. The usual routine of business was trans- acted. The report of the treasurer and the financial report of the secretary for 1909 and also the supplementary re- ports for January and February, 1910, were received. These reports were re- ferred to a committee consisting of Messrs. Valentine and Dailledouze and were reported by them to be correct. They were then accepted by the board. The treasurer was instructed to de- posit all interest, received from the funds of the society, to the credit of the reserve or permanent fund. Several changes in rules relating to the management of the annual trade exhibition were adopted. For floor space the rates are to be as follows: Minimum charge $5.00 One hundred feet or less... 20c per sq. ft. Excess over 100 ft. and not over 200 ft. . .18c per sq. ft. Excess over 200 ft 15c per sq. ft. All signs, in any exhibit, wliether on wall or elsewhere, shall not extend higher than six feet six inches above the floor. The charges for sign space outside exhibition space shall be charged for at same rate as floor space. For wall space for exhibition purposes and not for signs, the rates shall be one-half that for floor space. All signs used in the exhibition shall be black letters on a white ground. No other color shall be allowed to be used either for lettering or for orna- ment. ., ' A resolution was adopted providing that the public should be admitted to the exhibition every evening at 7 p. m. and on Thursday from 2 p. m. until closing time, and at all other times the exhibition to be closed to the public. An admission fee of 25 cents will be charged. All arrangements at- tendant upon the admission of the public is to be under the control of a committee consisting of F. W. Vick, Wm. P. Kasting and G. B. Hart. Chas. H. Vick, on the recommenda- tion of Vice-President Vick and the Rochester Florists' Association, was unanimously elected superintendent of the trade exhibition. In connection with the committee of the local club, the board visited the large convention hall offered for the trade exhibition and meetings and ac- cepted it. This building contains about 48,000 square feet of floor space and was considered, by members of the board, to be the best hall ever offered for a trade exhibit. President Pierson appointed John Westcott as chairman of the commit- tee on convention sports, with A. F. Vick, R. G. Salter and J. M. Keller as the other members. The usual appropriations were made for the year. Mr. Valentine submitted to the board an outline for the organization of a retailers' section of the society. The plan in general provides that all mem- bers of this section must first become members of the society. It contem- plates a trade arrangement by which business in distant towns may be ex- changed on a safe basis as to quality of stock and credit. It was the unani- mous opinion of the board that the idea is an excellent one for the society and will prove valuable to the retailers. It was the unanimous opinion of the board that a special meeting of the society should be held during the time of the National Flower Show. A recom- mendation to that eifect was made to the society. The following resolution was adopted: Resolved. That if five or more mem- bers write to the secretary, expressing an especial interest in any given flori- cultural topic and request the organi- zation of a section devoted to that sub- ject, the secretary shall assign a place on the programme to that topic and shall designate it by a suitable name as a separate section. The object of this arrangement is to provide sections so that members interested in these var- ious subjects may get together and discuss them. A tentative programme for the com- ing meeting was adopted. The executive board further indorsed the work of the experiment stations by passing resolutions commending the proposition for the state of New York to appropriate money for the erection of greenhouses at Cornell University for experimental and teaching work in floriculture. A bill was recently intro- duced in the legislature at Albany embodying an appropriation of $50,000 for this purpose. The tariff and legislative committee was directed to fully investigate the cause of the present high price of glass and to take whatever steps are necessary to relieve the situation. It was also requested to recommemd such tariff legislation as will prevent a re- currence or continuation of the pres- ent conditions. The following amendments to the constitution and by-laws were pre- sented, ordered placed on record and printed in the programme for action at the next annual meeting: To amend article V, Section 1, to read as follows — The first annual igio. The American Florist. 483 meeting of the society shall be held at Buffalo, N. Y., on the first Tuesday of August, 1901. Subsequent meetings shall be held annually at such time and place as may be fixed by ballot at the morning session of the second day of each annual meet- ing and shall continue for at least three days. To amend Article IV, Section 2, by striking out the figures $25.00 and in- sert in place thereof $50.00, meaning to increase the life membership from $25.00 to $50.00. On Monday night the members of the executive board ■were guests of the Rochester Florists' Association at its second annual banquet. The entertain- ment by the association was much ap- preciated. The following final resolutions were adopted: "The executive board of the Society of American Florists desires to place upon record its appreciation of all the courtesies which have been shown by the Florists' Association of Rochester, and to recognize the spirit of hearty co-operation shown by the members thereof. We can confidently look for- ward to an unusually successful con- vention next August. "We recognize the liberality of the chamber of commerce in placing at the disposal of the society the finest hall we have ever had for our meet- ings and exhibition entirely free of charge. We have enjoyed a most pleasant time at the banquet and are more than delighted with the cordial expression of the various local speak- ers. "We leave for our homes with the conviction that the earnest workers of Rochester will do their full share in making the convention of 1910 a com- plete success." H. B. DOENEE, Sec'y. Wants, For Sale, Etc Meetings Next Week. Albany^ N. Y., April 7, 8 p. m. — Albany Florists' Club. W. C. King's, 24 and 26 Steu- ben street. Buffalo. N. T., AprU 5, 8 p. m. — BufEalo Florists' Club, Saturn hall. Butte^ Mont., April 8. — -Montana Florists' Club, Columbia Gardens. Chicagro. April 7, 8 p. m.^Chicago Flor- ists' Club, Union restaurant, 111 Randolph street. Cincinnati, O., April 9. 8 p. m. — Cincin- nati Florists' Society, Jabez Elliott Flower Market. Dayton, O., April 4» 8 p. m. — Dayton Flor- ists' Club, 37 E. Fifth street. Detroit, Mich., April 4, 8 p. m. — Detroit Florists' Club, Cowie building, 42-44 Gratiot avenue. Grand Rapids, Micli., April 4. — Grand Rap- ids Florists' and Gardeners' Club, office of member. Hartford. Conn., April 8, 8 p. m. — Con- necticut Horticultural Society, County build- ing. Indianapolis, Ind., April 5, 3:30. — State Florists' Association of Indiana, State House. Looisville. Ky., April 5. 8 p. m. — Kentucky Society of Florists. MUwankee. Wis., April 7. 8 p. m. — Mil- waukee Florists' Club, Quiet House, comer Broadway and Mason street. Montreal, Que., April 4, 7:45 p. m. — Mon- treal Gardeners' and Florists' Club. Royal Guardians building, 211 Sherbrook street, west. New Orleans, La., April 6, 8 p. m.— Ger- man Gardeners' Club, 624 Common street. NewTiort, B. I., April 6. — Newport Horti- cultural Society. Philadelphia, Pa., AprU 5. 8 p. m. — Flor- ists' Club of Philadelphia. Horticultairal Hall, Broad street above Spruce. Pittsburg, Pa., April 5, 8 p. m, — Florists' and Gardeners' Club of Pittsburg, Fort Pitt hotel, Tenth street and Penn avenue. Salt Lake City. Utah. April 5. — Salt Lake Florists' Club. Huddart Floral Co.. 114 East Second South street. Seattle. Wash., AprU 5. — Seattle Florists' Association. Chamber of Commerce, Second avenue and Columbia street. St. Paul. Minn., April 5, 8 p. m. — Minne- sota State Florists' Association, 510 Snelling avenue. North. titica, N. Y.. April 7. 8 p. m.~Utica Flor- ists' Club. Genessee hall, Oneida square. Washinfirton. D. C. April 5, 8 p. m. — Florists* Club Of Washington, 1214 F street. N. W. One Cent Per Word. Cash with Adv* r«rr]ant Advs.. Sec Ready Relerencc Section. Where an«weri are to be mailed from this office, enclose 10 cents extra to cover postaee. etc Situation Wanted— By young man with twelve years' experitnce id seed business, both retail and wholesale: can furni h lefctence. Address Key 475, care American Florist. Situation Wanted— By grower of roses carna- tions and chrysanthemums all pot and bedding stock, good designer Address Key 479. care American Florist. Situation Wanted— As gardener; private: 25 years' experience: married, no children: ready for engagement April 1: best of references. Address Max Sterdler. Oconomowoc. wis. Situation Wanted— By young man. married, German, as carnation for* man. will also take section : can show best results; state wages in first letter. Key 483, care American Florist. Situation Wanted-First class designer, deco- rator and store man. with fourteen years' experi- ence, wishes position in St. Louis or Chicago: can show good references. Address Key 484, care American Florist. Situation Wanted— As second gardener or sin gle handed place: understands ureen bouses, lawns and vegetables: best references: English: single. Adc ress Burton. 13 Dixwell Ave.. New Haven, Conn. Situation Wanted -As cut flower grower or working foreman thoroughly competent to take charge 6rst-class rose, carnation and chrysanthe- mum grower, also the growing of all kinds of bulbs pot plants and bedding stock. Address Key 480. care American Florist. Situation Wanted— By A No. l grower of cut flowers and potted plants: good propagator: Ger man 36 years of age: able to take full charge: have always made a success of it. Address EmERT ' RIGGE. 316 Capitol Avenue, North Lansing. Mich. Situation Wanted— By practical grower of cut flowers and pot plants in general: 20 years' expc-' rience in England, 3 years in Canada; private or commercial; mariied; middle aged: total ab- stainer. Address Henry Tucker, 815 Queen St., Chatham. Ont., Canada. Situation Wanted— As foreman or grower by an expurt grower havmg 12 years of experience in the growing of cut fiowers, potted plants, hand- ling of help to best of advantage; designing, etc. Excellent references, age 29 single: reasonable wages. Key 478. care American Florist. Situation Wanted— By competent grower of cut flowers and potted plants in general; willing to take charge: or as foreman in an up-to-date com- mercial place: 26 years in the trade; middle age; single, sober. Address Key46l, care American Florist, Help Wanted—Two young men as assistants in Roses $5j. 00 per month steady position. Key 481. care American Florist. Help Wanted— Young man wanted who has had practical experiencr in the growing and racking of bedding plants: German preferred. Addrrss E. Arlt. 3653 Dickens Ave.. Chicago. Help Wanted— Helpers in ros- houses, with some experience*; $30 00 to $45.00 per month. Sate in first letter salary received in previous places and rxperience in the business. PoEHiMANN Bros. Co.. . Plant B. Morton Grove 111, Help Wanted.— Assistant smglc, about 25 to 30 years old on private place. Must be a good rose, grape and peach grower. No others need to aoply. Must have good habits. Wages. $40 per month and beard: referencts Address Key 476. care American Florist. For Sale— One brickset Furman boiler in good shape ; 1 model No. 30-5 good as new. used two winters, very cheap if taken at once; will install larger one in place ol the two. Kev 468 care .Americ an Florist, ForSale- 40.U0(J ft. of ^dass in go d repair; fine location in northern Illinois city of 50,000. A bar- gain. Hot water huat: only house near principa cemeteries; is opposite main gate; best car line in city passes door; will rent or sell house and barn adjoining: a paying investment f^r industri ous man. Key 4»2, care Am.rican Florist. For Sale-r .000 ft. glass in city of 1.800. in the middle west, established retail business of 25 years; close to four large cities; one of the best locations in the country to build up wholesale business; owners axe engaged in other line of bubiness and cannot give greenhouse personal attention; present owners can handle entire output of purchaser; a splendid opportunity for live energetic man. Address Ki'V 463. care American Florist. For Sale or Rent 40.000 squafe feet of glass. in good location; meds partial rebuilding; rent accordingly, or will sell at reasonable price. Key 460. care American Florist. WANTED. Two young men with some experience in general greenhouse work, as assistants on large place. Good wages and chance for advancement. Address Key 477, care American Florist WANTED An all-around young man for flower store and greenhouse; $12 a week. ERNEST KITZINGER 2852 W. Fullerton Ave., CHICAGO WANTED AT ONCE A sober, industrious man for general greenhouse work. Wages $14.00. Address Key 454, care American Florist. NOW READY. New 1 9 JO Edition The Trade Directory FLORISTS, S EEDSMEN AND NURSERYMEN rfg It,. OF THE United States and Canada Price: $3.00, postpaid AMERICAN FLORIST CO. 324 Dearborn St., CHICAGO. 484 The American Florist. April 2, Now For Those Rush Orders HLORISTS who want their orders filled accurately and quickly . will I make no mistake in sending to us. We are prepared to fill orders the day they arrive. We have just doubled our packing force — a change made necessary by the largest number of orders ever received. Here arc some of the things you should not overlook in planning your spring planting. Aster Seed Aster Seed Aster Seed Sweet Peas, Dahlias, Gladioli, Lilies, Market Garden Strains of Vegetable and Flower Seeds Hardy and Tender Plants, Potatoes, Small Fruits, Lawn Grass, Fertilizers, Insecticides and Sprayers. Five minutes study of our wholesale catalogue will convince you that it is to your interest to send us your rush order. To insure its reaching the right department the minute it arri-es, mark both your order and envelope "Wholesale Department, Rush." Mention this paper. JAMES VICK'S SONS, Rochester, N. Y. New York State Florlcuhure. Ed. American Fi.orist. I notice you have made some men- tion in your paper of the bill, now before the New York legislature, which provides for the building and equipment of a range of greenhouses at Cornell University for teaching flori- culture. For the be'nefit of the readers in this state and others interested, the bill is reproduced below. In order that the matter may not be overlooked in any way_ I would suggest that every florist in New York state write his state representative urging early action in the bill. The state is doing considerable for the agri- cultural department and the florists should see that their interests are fully considered. A greenhouse plant of the character contemplated will be of im- mense value to the trade and every effort should be made now to get it well started. Write your representa- tives today. William P. Kasting. NEW YORK FLORICULTURE BILL. In assembly, March 7, 1910. Introduced by Mr. Wilkie, read once and referred to the committee on ways and means. An act to build and equip a rarigg of glass houses and service building for teaching floriculture at the New York State College of Agriculture at Cor- nell University, and making an appro- priation therefor. The people of the State of New York, represented in senate and as- sembly, do enact as follows: Section 1. The sum of fifty thousand dollars ($.50,000), or so much thereof as may be necessary, is hereby appro- priated for the purpose of building and equipping, at Cornell University, a range of glass houses and service building, suitable for experimental and teaching work in floriculture. Such buildings shall be a part of the New York State College of Agriculture at Cornell University, and shall be lo- cated on such portion of the land of the university as may be designated by the trustees of such university. Plans and specifications for such glass houses, service building and equipment shall be approved by the department of horticulture of such college of agri- culture. Such buildings shall be built and equipped by such university and such appropriation shall be paid by the state treasurer on the warrant of the comptroller on the order of the treas- urer of Cornell University, but no part of such appropriation shall be avail- able, except for advertising and for plans, until such university has entered into a contract with a responsible party for the completion of such work within the amount appropriated. Section 2. This act shall lake ef- fect immediately. Correspondence Course in Horticulture. Eu. American Florist: Perhaps the readers of your progres- sive paper will be interested to learn that correspondence courses for home study in agriculture, horticulture, poul- try culture, domestic science and na- ture study are now provided by the South Dakota state college. These courses are for all the members of the farm family, for school teachers and everyone who wishes to learn. The courses of study are planned not for financial profit, but to bring scientific and practical instruction within the reach of those who cannot attend college, yet are ambitious to gain instruction iielpful in their work and life. Four systematic courses are. offered in horticulture covering the subjects: 1 — Vegetable Gardening: 2 — Fruit Culture; 3 — Floriculture; 4 — Forestry. Full information will be furnished free to any of the readers of the American Florist on request. A. A. Bkigham, Director College Extension. Brooliings, S. D. Crepe Chasing: Again. The following letter is reprinted ver- batim from the Baltimore News: "Kindly allow me space in your val- uable paper to put forth a simple plea. We have florists in Baltimore who pursue disgraceful tactics to se- cure trade from the families of the dead. Hardly before the breath has left the body and the family have re- covered somewhat from the shock, the doorbell rings and Mr. Florist asks to see some member of the family. He comes to extend his sympathy, saying he has known the deceased for some time, and what a fine man or noble woman he or slie was, and concludes by asking for the order for floral de- signs. These professional 'crepe pul- lers,' for such they are, have very smooth tongues and can easily play on the feelings of the bereaved ones. They say they will give a design free as a mark of sympathy, and attach the price on any other orders they may receive. True sympathy is a soothing balm in time of trouble, but lying lips are as venomous as an ad- der. There is, of course, no law re- garding this practice, but the people who are thus approached can readily put a stop to this evil. I believe many will agree with what I say. I am not a disgruntled florist or connected with that business." J. B. -Edmondson. igio. The American Florist. 485 OUR BEAUTIES are away ahead of any others now in this market. ROSES All from grafted plants, making stronger stems and larger buds. Fancy Carnafions Our Bassetts are the best red in this or any other market. Tulips, Valley, Daffodils. Asparagus Strings and Sprays, Smilax, and the best Common Ferns in this market. BUY DIRECT OF THE GROWER Price List American Beauties perdoz. Extra long $3 CO 36inch 2 00 24inch t 50 18-inch 1 CO Short stems per 100, S3 00 to $♦ 00 Pink and White Killarney and Brides Extra long and select, per 100 $8 0) Good lengths per 100 (i 00 Medium lengths, per ItjO $4 CO to 5 IIO Short lengths 2 00 to 3 00 Riclimonds, Maids and Perles Extra long and select, per 100 . fS 00 Good lenjlhs per 100 6 00 Medium lengths, per 100 .-5 4 01 to 5 00 Short lengths, per lOU 2 00 to 3 OJ Roses, our selection. Not less than 100 Inls. per 100 $1 50 Carnations per loo PancirextralonKredO.P.Bassett.S2 00to$3 01) Fancy white, good stock 3l0to 4 00 Fancy pink, good stock 2 0)to 3 00 Lily of the Valley per 100 $3 00 Single Tulips, white and yellow .$2 00 to 3 00 Sweet Feas, per HO 50 to 75 Asparagus Sprays, pet lOOO 3 00 to Asparagus Strings, per string . . Sprengeri, per 100 2 00 to Smilax, perdoz Adiantum, per 100 Galax, bronze per IGOO Galax, green, per 1000 Ferns, per 1000 4 CO 50 3 00 2 00 1 00 1 00 1 00 2 00 Rooted Cuttings; Per If CARNATIONS, O. P .Bassett....$i. 00 Wins 3 00 lOfO $50 00 ROSES, 25 00 Per lOOO While Killarney .$50 00 Bassett & Washburn store and Office; 76 Wabash Ave,, OHIOA.OO Greelihouses: HINSDALE, ILL. Chicago. PLENTY OF EASTEK STOCK. The heat of the few days previous to Easter cutting, combined with the fact that growers had previously been holding back stock, tended to an over full market for Easter, this being felt particularly in roses. A shade temper- ature of 82° to 85° in March and bright sun on the houses do not tend to quality in either carnations, violets or roses and the consequence was a whole lot of soft unsalable stock. Enchantress was so pale in many in- stances that this fine variety was quite unrecognizable, while the reds had that burned, rusty look around the edges of the petals that so detracts from their appearance. Really first class stock of carnations was none too plen- tiful and even of the poorer grades there was hardly what could be termed a glut, though telegraphic orders at low prices had to be resorted to in many cases to clean up. Long dis- tance shipments sent out early could hardly be expected to reach their des- tinations in good order; the flowers in most cases were good when shipped but 48 hours in the cases, no matter how well they were iced and packed, would be safe to injure them and wholesalers who have had no "kicks" coming back this week have certainly been among the lucky numbers. Vio- lets are in about as bad condition as it is possible for them to be. They fall to pieces on arrival, are soft and have by no means a sweet odor when unpacked. A few more days of hot weather would probably make the wholesalers so sick of violets that they will not want to hear the name until next October. All stock was weak at quoted prices excepting the cream of the freshly cut flowers. Where 8-cent roses were ordered 10-cent stock was sent and charged at 8 cents, and so on through the list. But there was a great business done. The amount of stock shipped to out-of-town points from this market increases annually without a doubt and increases at a O. P. Bassett. bigger rate than most people imagine. Undoubtedly the wholesalers were wise in treating their custoniers well and sending them the best grades of stock they could for the money. Still, with all their efforts there was quite a lot of stock in the ice boxes on Saturday afternoon, after the bulk of the holiday trade was over. Lilies cleaned up fair- ly well and though prices had to be shaded a little there were few com- plaints heard on this account. Pot lilies sold better than cut. Bulbous stock was simply a drug in the mar- ket. Great quantities of forced stock were sent in all the week and on the top of this were the shipments of outdoor flowers from southern points. We question very much whether some of the boxes were ever opened; cer- tainly the flowers were never sold. Had the weather been normal for the sea- son there would have been just as good a business at far better prices but — there is always a but. The enormous amount of rose stock in the market this week has given wholesalers an anxious time. Were the weather such that long distance shipments could be made with safety it would not be quite so bad, but the temperature has been so abnormally high that shipping for more than a 12- hour journey is risky. A market loaded down with first-class stock of all kinds just about describes the situation and there is no relief in sight. Cooler weather Is the only hope of salvation. Some cooling showers occurred early in the morning of March 30. NOTES. O. P. Bassett was married, March 21, to Mrs. Imogene Dickerson, widow of the late Chas. A. Dickerson, the well known hat man of Detroit. They were married at Santa Barbara, Calif., where Mr. Bassett has been staying and expect to spend the summer and fall in Europe. They will winter in southern California. Mr. Bassett cele- brates the seventy-fifth anniversary of his birth March 31, and must certainly be described as one of the "young" 48« The American Florist. April 2, We took care of all of our old customers at Easter and many new ones in a very satisfactory way and it is needless to say that we can continue to supply you and to even better advantage, now that the Easter rush is over. ~A Pew Leaders are= Roses, in all popular varieties $3 00 to $6 00 per 100 Fancv stock 8 00 per KiO Carnations, 1 60to 2 00perl00 Fancy 3 00 per 100 Lilium Lon^floruni, 12 cents each Callas, 10 to 12 cents Fancy Valley $3 00 to $4 00 per 1(X) Fancy ferns, Leucothoe, Galax, Mexican Ivy. Get Special Quotations on Large Lots. VAUGHAN & SPERRY, Iiong Distance Phono, Central 2571. 52=54 Wabash Ave., CHICAGO. men of that age. He is remarkably active, plays golf with great zest and handles his automobile in a way that would be a credit to many a younger man. We sincerely trust that this couple will spend many happy years together. The Easter display at the Lincoln park greenhouses was very fine and all Easter Sunday the houses were crowded with visitors who, apparent- ly, took great interest in the flowers. Genistas and Cineraria stellata were the chief attractions in the large flow- ering plant houses with good azaleas, rambler roses, amaryllis and others. We noted a few pretty pieces of Pha- Isenopsis amabilis and P. Schiller- iana, while the quaint looking Vanda suavis and V. tricolor were also flowering freely — otherwise the orchid display was not very large. Outside there were signs of spring everywhere, the tulips and other bul- bous flowers pushing up, the shrubs budding and in warm corners the crocuses made pretty bits of color. Vaughan & Sperry moved great quantities of good stock at Easter, and in the better qualities had no flowers left. Growers who consign held-over stock to this house are likely to find their returns low, for they do not be- lieve in sending out this class of goods to their customers and it is simply dumped on arrival. Nothing of good quality is wasted here, the demand from out-of-town points cleaning it all up. There was a distinct advance in the amount of business done over that of last year, though the increase was hardly in proportion to that of general business which has been very rapid here of late. No excuse is needed in this time and age for the money spent on our parks. Those who are so short-sight- ed as not to see the advantage to future generations in the money that is being spent and proposed to be spent in securing outlying land to be event- ually used ^or parks at the present low prices, .or fail to recognize the greatly increased value of the land in their vicinity should have taken a tour around our parks on Easter Sunday and seen the younger and older gen- erations disporting themselves. It would have been an eye-opener where it was badly needed. The shipping trade from the J. A. Budlong store for Easter was excep- tionally heavy and many customers from long distances have written ex- pressing their satisfaction at the excel- lent condition of the stock on arrival. »» *'The Busiest House in Chicago THANKS for your Easter business. Keep right on coming. Stock is fine and prices right. Service — but you know all about that. J. B. DEAMUD CO. 51-53 Wabasii Ave., CHICAGO When the very hot weather of the past 10 days is taken into consideration this is all the more gratifying and shows the extreme care that is always taken with the packing. Heavy cuts of good quality are still arriving, especially in choice roses and carna- tions. At Bassett & Washburn's Easter business came remarkably near that of a year ago, there being only about $10 increase. Considerably more stock was handled, however, but prices ruled lower. Carnations held up well, but the enormous cut of Killarney roses forced values down. Red roses also sold well. The shipping trade was large but was in some measure hind- ered by the heat, growers in the ter- ritory covered having more stock than usual. Poehlmann Bros. Co. did an en- ormous Easter business and cleaned up fairly well in all lines. The im- mense stock of Easter lilies ready was all used up, but there are still fine flow- ers coming in, while long stemmed Beauties are arriving to the tune of 12-1,500 per day. Killarney is in heavy cut about 12,000 per day coming in with fine carnations, valley and other popu- lar flowers in large quantities. Chester Strail, brother of Fred Strail, and who used to be in business with him both on Van Buren street and Jackson boulevard, is putting up for alderman, being the republican nomi- nee for the Twenty-fourth ward. There is no truth in the report that Fred was leaving the Bohannon Floral Co. He is there and intends to stay. Geo. C. Hartung, manager of the Kensington Greenhouses, reports the best business ever. He had lots of funeral work which moved a large quantity of Easter lilies, and he had not a plant left. Prices were good and there was an excellent demand for flowering plants. Frank N. Kenyon, of the Zenith Rus- tic Manufacturing Co., has been send- ing out a great variety of birch bark baskets in all shapes and sizes this season. He says that his sales have been fully equal to the best holidays on record. The J. B. Deamud Co. is showing a great variety of spring flowers, includ- ing fine Narcissus poeticus, daisies, stocks and pansies as well as some grand mignonette. The usual fine stock of carnations is also to be seen. E. H. Hunt reports a fine clean-up for Easter on everything except a few short roses and some bulb stock. Theii excellent stock of lilies was sold out: clean and the same is true of the bet- ter classes of roses and other lines. John Mangel has been suffering from trouble with his nose, some internal growths having to be removed. jIt has given him a good deal of pain, out he has been able to attend to business during the Easter rush. An exhibition of illustrated books on flowers and landscape gardening opened in the public library March 28. The art room, where this is held, is I open daily except Sunday, from 9 a. m. to 5:30 p. m. John Lapes, of Cedar Rapids, la., was in town this week. The railway wreck in his vicinity gave him a lot of work. 15 funerals in one day being among the orders. Zech & Mann had a fine Easter business and cleaned up well. Roses of extra quality and good bulb stock are being handled this week. O. Friedman had a full-page adver- tisement in the Evening Post last Fri- day. igjo. The American Florist. 487 Plenty of Stock for All Occasions BEAUTIES We arc cutting heavily on the long-stemmed flowers, and have plenty of the short and medium grades. ROSES No Better Stock in the West. Specially strong on Jardine. Maryland, Kdlarney. Maids, Richmond. Fields, Brides, Kaiseriu. Choice Carnations Our strong point. We lead them all. Fancy Red, White and Pink. Greens Of all kinds. Bulb Stock ^ ' ' "'^ large supply. We Satisfy Others. We Can Satisfy You. From a New Customer in Iowa: J. A. BUDLONG, Chicago: _ Cut flowers of March 25 came in fine shape and were very satis- factory. That is the first box of carnations I have received from Chicago in 10 years packed in that way, and I think it a big improvement on shipping them in bunches. Yours very truly. Iowa, March 27. Special attention given to out=of= town orders. J. a BUDLONG street, CHICAGO. CUT FLOWERS Roses and Carnations A Specialty. 37-39 Randolph Street.^HICAGO. WHOLESALE 6RQWER of The immense stock at Peter Rein- berg's was sold out in nearly all lines. Knowing the danger in shipping in hot weather the flowers had been kept cut closely right along, consequently, when Easter came, there was no pickled stock to move, but an enor- mous amount of fine fresh flowers that sold on sight to local retailers and was just the kind for sending long dis- tances. The Daily News describes Mr. Reinberg as a "quiet but efficient al- derman," and as there is no republican candidate for alderman in his ward there seems to be no doubt as to his re-election. The Inter-Ocean waxes merry on the subject of the park employes — who are now busily engaged in killing oyster-shell scale on the trees — wear- ing auto-goggles and other quaint uni- forms to protect themselves and their clothes against the effects of the strong sprays used. On Monday the store of E. F. Wiu- ■terson looked pretty bare, the great stock of Easter plants and cut flowers being all cleaned out. "The bigge.st business ever" was Ed. Winterson's comment, though some of the later sales had to be at low prices, especially on plants. Wendland & Keimel, of Elmhurst, have three houses 27x200 feet com- Ijleted and ready for planting to White Killarney roses, this making 10 houses in all; seven are planted to Killarney and three to White Killarney. The new houses were built by J. C. Monin- ger Co. Wietor Bros, moved their immense Easter cut witlr very little trouble, and report a fine business. Prices, of course, had to be shaded a little at the last, but they kept up fairly well owing to the quality of the goods offered. The death March 29 of Otto Lucius, local representative of the Anheuser- Busch Brewing Co., gave the designers considerable work, much of which went to A. Lange, including the Amer- ican Beauty casket cover. Hoerber Bros, had magnificent stock for the Easter trade and a busy time. They sold up well on everything. a". Lange's busy force on Saturday last included Mrs. Dawdall, formerly Miss Cassie Arnold, of Omaha. John Kruchten has been showing fine, long stemmed antirrhinums dur- ing the week. Yellow chrysanthemums are among the offerings at the A. Ij. Randall Co.'s this week. There are "For Rent" signs on two former flower stores on North State street. Visitors: \/. S. Pilcher, St. Louis, Mo.; John Lapes, Cedar Rapids, la. Mt. Sterling, ify Graser & Humphreys used a blotter with some verses and other advertis- ing matter to attract Easter business. The blotters were distributed two weeks before the festival in all the offices and stores of their city and they are well pleased with the results. This firm's Easter business has been very satisfactory. The verses used on their blotter are as follows: You have all heard of Graser & Humphreys, Growers o£ choice nowers galore; They ship 'em from ocean to ocean. And bring them from far away shores. They are planning for a big Easter business, And trust all the boys that have gals. Both married and single together. Will remember their fond, loving pals. Cut flowers and olants they now offer. Choicest sorts I am sure all agree; Grown at home, they're cheap, without duties Of express charges or agents' fees. Easter boxes the young ladies are talking. Blooming plants on the lips of the wives; And vou get them at Graser & Humphreys, Sufficient is a word to the wise. ROCIvFORD, ILL. J. purchased a 20-acre Roseburg, Ore. J. Sopcr has fruit farm in PORT Huron, Mich. — John Jowett is building a new greenhouse. 488 The American Florist. April 2 )*«• PLENTY OF STOCK L^„*'i A record-breaking Easter led to a tretnendous demand for our stock, but the continued fine weather has brought the Bowers along rapidly, and we are cutting heavily on all the better grades ■ of Beauties, Roses and Carnations, with all other seasonable stock in first-rate order. SEND US YOUR ORDERS AND THEIT WILL BE TAKEN CARE Of. AMERICAN BEAUTIES Per doz. Extra long stems .$3 00 30 inch stems 2 50 24 inch stems 2 00 20inch stems 1 50 15 inch stems 1 00 Short stems 75 Chatenay, Mrs. Field, Uncle John, Bride, Per 100 Bridesmaid, Ivory, Sunrise and Perie !);4 00 to $6 00 Per 100 Richmond and Killarney $ 4 00 to $ 8 00 Carnations $ 1 50 to 2 00 Fancy Harrisii VaUey 3 coto Adiantum Asparagus, per bunch Ferns, per 1000 2,000,000 FEET OF MODERN GLASS. 4 00 12 50 4 00 1 00 75 2 50 PETER REINBERG, 35 Randolp h St., Chicago Detroit. EASTER A RECORD-BREAKER. Easter trade was the greatest, most successful and satisfactory in all re- spects ever experienced in this city. Owing- to the early date of the event, everyone was apprehensive of the weather. The growers were fearful of not being able to mature some classes of stock in proper time, and the retailers were very anxious for weather conditions favorable to both the shoppers and the safe delivery of orders; but to the surprise and delight of all, the weather conditions were most favorable, commencing with the first day of the week and continuing to and including Easter Sunday. This most propitious factor, coupled with that of the present general prosperity, brought the inevitable result — an un- precedented demand — and it is doubt- ful if any dealer was able to fully supply it in a proper manner solely on account of inadequate facilities for handling the stock and serving the public. A distinct feature of the trade was the advance purchases made throughout the week both for immedi- ate delivery and for Saturday and Sunday. It is difficult to state which item of the great variety of stock of- fered was most popular. In some stores, where Easter lilies were fine plants they easily maintained the as- cendancy. In others where, perhaps, the stock was of poor or indilferent quality the azalea would lead in the higher priced articles, closely followed by spireas and the finely grown plants of bulbous stock. Very few ferns or other foliage plants were called for. Many plant baskets were sold by a few stores that had prepared a splendid line. In cut flowers the violet easily led all other flowers in popularity. Sweet peas were in great demand and were the only cut flowers except vio- lets that were short in supply. Thousands of carnations, roses and bulbous flowers were sold, but no fancy prices were realized because the visible supply so nearly equaled and in some cases exceeded the demand. There was an enormous stock sent in from the many growers in this vicin- ity and from distant points too, some regular and other occasional consign- ors to the local commission houses, and a practical demonstration of the "survival of the fittest" was omni- present. NOTES. The Michigan Cut Flower Exchange was a scene of the most active and extensive movement of both plants and cut flowers ever seen at one place in this city. This firm is developing a great shipping trade besides supply- ing more than nine-tenths of the local retailers. B. Schroeter is the proud possessor of a new auto delivery which was in- itiated into service last Saturday and was a great aid in the rapid distribu- tion of the greatest number of plants in his experience. J. A. Briscoe, who for several years conducted the Wildemere Gardens at Highland Park, died March 25. Sev- eral florists furnished a great number of flowers for the funeral held March 28. Mrs. J. F. Sullivan's health was suffi- ciently restored to permit of her pres- ence at the store the past week, where she was warmly greeted by hundreds of friends after her protracted illness. Nashville. Easter weather in this city was all that could be desired and yet, strange to say, there was a falling off in the volume of trade .'is compared with last year. In the early morning a visit to the market house found a splendid display of flowers. Nearly all the growers who had salable stock of any kind had either wagons loaded with flowers or stalls in the market. Trade did not open up early, but good sales direct from various green- houses were reported. There were quantities of lilies, well grown and full flowered, which found ready sales. The leading growers had superb and abundant stocks and, as fast as the shelving was cleared, another big stock would be brought in to re- plenish. By noon the trade had be- come mors brisk and continued to a satisfactory finish. NOTES. With the Joy Floral Co. every- thing was in a state of activity and a small army of young men and women were kept busy with their customers. The store was a thing of beauty, with its hundreds of beautiful plants. Some very pleasing novelties were sold. Pot lilac, both white and purple, were well flowered and attrac- tive, but the lilac is not as great a favorite here as in more northern lat- itudes. In a very few days all our country gardens will be full of lilac, that far surpasses the best greenhouse grown. The plants were all sold, at a good price. The company also had fine rhododendrons which sold well. A particularly pretty arrangement was a green fancy basket with a lav- ender rhododendron bedded in lace- like asparagus and maidenhair, with a bow of lavender ribbon of a deeper shade on the handle. The basket was one of the first ones sold. Luxuriant plants of Baby Rambler were good sellers and but few were left at the end of the day. Geny Bros, never had a better stock, and their store was filled with the choicest of pot plants, lilies, azaleas, hyacinths .cinerarias, tulips, valley and others in season. Their stock of fancy baskets was large and the sales on them fine. At the end of the day a noticeable thinning out of the baskets was very apparent Some of these were very artistic and put up with excellent taste. Ribbons and gauzes were used effectively and added to the beauty of the designs. Quite a number of extra employes were nec- essary to wait on the trade. Shortly before Easter the funeral of Dr. William Morrow made one of the largest of calls for flowers. Dr. Morrow was at one time the treasurer of the state and afterwards lessee of the state penitentiary, and a very wealthy man. His friends and those of his family were legion and hun- dreds of floral pieces were sent to the funeral. One of the most striking was a crown made of violets and yel- low daffodils. The growers had to contend with the exceedingly warm weather that prevailed for several days before Easter. Tulips and hyacinths, roses and other flowers opened out too full for perfect beauty. A novelty noticed was bleeding-heart, pot grown and in full flower and ageratum was very attractive and, moreover, inexpensive. The largest sales were on plants. M. C. D. Consular Trade Reports Compete WITH DEPT. OF AGRICULTURE BULLETINS. When wide-eyed with the cares that infest the day. turn on the light, take up "The Prospective Market for Amer- ican Plows in Asia Minor," and pres- ently Morpheus will swat thee gently with his wand. — Chicago Tribune. igio. The American Florist. 489 Cut Flowers | E. H. HUNT FOR ALL OCCASIONS. FIORIST«*» SUPPLIES TOO. SEND FOR PRICE LIST. 76 Wabash Avenue, CHICAGO. Mention, the American Florist when writing KYLE & FOERSTER, W. p. KTLE. 5 J Wabash Ave., E.C.AMLIN6 THE LARGEST, BEST EQUIPPED, MOST CENTRA! ,LY LOCATED WHOLESALE CUT FLOWER HOUSE IN CHICAGO. 32. 34, 36 RANDOLPH STREET, CHICAGO. L. D. 'Phonei Central 1978 and 1977. GHAS. W. McKELLAR, 61 W^abaah At*. CHICAGO. ORCHIDS A Specialty Fancy Stock in Peoniei, VaUey. Roses, Beanties, Carnations and a full line of all CatriowerSiGrqtns, Wire-Work and horlsU' Supplies. Send for Complete Catalogue. POLtlLMA^N BK08 CO. Wholesale Growers of and Dealers in Otit I^lo^we«rs» All telerraph and telephone orders eiven prompt attention. Greenbouses 32-37 Randolph St. MORTON GROVE, ILL. CHICAGO. Southern California Acclimatizing Ass'n. Some months ago Dr. Franceshi was not re-elected to the presidency of the Southern California acclimatizing- as- sociation. Shortly after an action at law was brought by the association In which it contended that Dr. Fran- ceshi was insolvent, that he had con- veyed the plants at Montarioso to his daughter, in violation of the rights of the association and that the latter was entitled to the possession of these plants. In a decision handed down by the superior court of Santa Barbara county on February 21, all these con- tentions were upheld, and Dr. Fran- ceshi enjoined from selling any of the plants at Montarioso, and ordered to give an accounting of those already sold. — Rural Californian, March, 1910. —CONSIGNORS SOLICITED. — Wholesale Florists. WIETOR BROS a°i"Si Cu« Flowers An telegraph and telephoae orders givek prompt attention, 51 Wabash Ave.. CHICAGO \flioMeHowMwKeU Chicago. Mar. 30. Roses. Beauty, extra select ... 36 in. 30 in ... 18 In ... 15 in ... Short , . Bride, Bridesmaid, select.. 4 medium 2 Killarney. select .. 4 medium and shortZ " Mrs.Jardine 4 Mrs. Potter Palmer My Maryland •■ Ferle ** Ricbmsnd 4 " Uncle John ., White Killarney, select 4 medium 2 Carnations, select fancy ....2 common and splits . . Callas perdoz.. ISO Hyacinths. Roman -2 Lilinm Harrisii ..perdoz., 2 00 Lily of the VaUey \ Mienonetts 3 Narcissus 2 Orchids perdoz., 6 000 9 00 Sweet Peas Violets Adiantum per 1000. AsparagusPlum. strings, each, 60e " " sprays 3 Spren^eri 3 Boxwood.. per bunch. 25c percase Ferns per 1000. Smilax 4 00 3 00 2 50 2 1)0 1 00 75 Per 100 coe 6 oo 00@ 3 00 nt.Q 6 00 00@ 3 00 UU@ 6 00 600 6 00 6 00 OOe 6 00 600 00® SfO 00@ 3 00 00® 300 1 00 00@ 2 50 12 50 000 4 UO 005 8 03 00@ 3 00 40® 1 00 35® 50 1 50 1 75 00© 4 00 OOe 4 00 . 7 50 2 50 1 50 ' CROWERS^^-'SHIPPERS iMH,„i-,r =/»ijT FLOWER^— t^ V** 69 WABASH AVE. ^^ ^^ BE YOUR OWN COMMISSION MAN AT THB Flower firowers' Market 60 Wabash Ave., CHICAGO. A Few Desirable Stands For Rent. See JOHN SINWTO, Manafler. Battle Creek, Mich. — Burt & Cog- gan's opening at Easter was quite an eye-opener to citizens, few of them having any idea of the extent and quality of the stock grown at their greenhouses. Nearly all the flowers sold by this firm are grown at home. L. D. Phone Randolph 3619. JOS E 1 FOERSTER CHICAGO KENNICOTT BROS. WHOLESALE CUT FLOWERS 48-50 Wabash Ave., |>U!o^«*ia L. D. Phone, Central 466. V^HI^ayU We will have anytbine la the line of CUT FLOWERS and GREENS that Tou may want if anybody baa it. at Cbicaso market prices on day of shipment. A. L. Randall Co. 19-21 Randolph St., CHICAGO. L. D Phone Central 1496. Private Exchange All Departments. If you do not receive our price list regularly send for it. Zech&Mann Wholesale Florists Room 218, 51 Wabash Ave., CHICAGO Telephone. Central 3284. GEO. REINBERG, •^S?^ Cut Flowers CHOICE AMERICAN BEAUTIES. We will take care of your orders at reason- able prices. Prompt attention. 51 Wabash Ave., CHICAGO, ILL. HOEBBEB BROS. Wholesale Growers of Gat Flowers, Telephone Randolph 2758. Greenhouses: DES PLAINES, ILL. Store: 51 Wabash Avenue CHICAGO Quality Counts.. Let us haye your neit order for Roses and Carnations and other Seasonable Flowers. JOHN KRUCHTm SI Wabash Ave.. CEaCAOO. 490 The American Florist. April 2, American Beauties Lily of the Valley, Carnations and all Tea Roses, Phone or wire us. St. Boston, Mass. In lots of one hundred to one thousand. Phone or wire us WELuH BROTHERo, Devonshire Grafted and Own Root Rose Plants Ki larney, Richmond, My Maryland, White Killarney, (Waban strain), Kaiserin, Bride and Bridesmaid - Send for Prices - W. H. Elliott, Brighton, Mass. Rice Brothers Wholesale Florists and Supplies, 1 15 N. 6th St., MINNEAPOLIS, MINN. Cut Flowers rect-ived twice daily. Can fill your ordt' s to your satiafaction. Also headtiuarters for Wild Smllax, Boxwood, Galax Leaves, Hardy Fancy Ferns. Friers quoted on lari,'f quantities. THE MUNK FLORAL CO. Wholesale Growers 'of CUT FLOWERS Columbus, Ohio Weilaod & Olinger 128 E. Third St., CINCINNATI, 0. Wholesale Growers and ^^ Shippers of Cut Flowers. Boston. STOCK PLENTIFUL AND CHEAP. This has been a lively week for growers and retailers alike. The weather has been unusually mild and resulted in flooding- the markets with all kind.s of stock. There was an abundance of everything: the last few days. The warm spell of weather played havoc with single violets but the dou- bles held out well. The demand for good cut lilies was very heavy and many dealers ran short. Candidums were rather short in stem and supply. Carnations were plentiful enough for all purposes. The anticipated short- age of Beauties did not materialize as there was an ample supply. Cat- tleyas were in good demand and there was not enough to go round. Sweet peas are coming in quite heavy. Some of the larger growers are running very strong on peas and they will be glad to see the end of the violet sea- son. Bulbous stuck has been coming in unusually strong all the week. The favorable weather was a boon to both growers and street dealers and great quantities of stock were taken from the markets by the street men. Pan- sies and primroses are coming in heavy, and both sell well. Consider- able double and single stocks came in and sold fairly well. Roses of all kinds were plentifiil enough except good Richmond. .Snapdragon, mig- nonette, etc.. were all plentiful. Gar- denias are coming in freely now from the local growers and the quality is good. Both -markets were taxed to the limit to handle the volume of business over Friday and Saturday. Everything seemed to go smoothly but the downward trend of prices was a little disappointing to the growers. The plant trade was satisfactory to all concerned. There was a shortage of large sized ramblers and gardenias. NOTES. The various retail stores are unani- mous in reporting the heaviest plant trade they ever experienced. The display of flowering plants was the most tempting wc have seen. Cut flower trade is giving way more every HOLTON&HIJNKELCO. Wholesalers of Fresh Flowers 462 Milwaukee St., MILWAUKEE, WIS. lioMe Ho¥crMM'KeU Boston, Mar. 3U. Per 100 Roses. Beauty, best .^5 00@ 60 00 medium 25 00@.^0 00 culls 500@10 00 " Bride. Bridesmaid 3 00(8 6 00 " Extra 6 00@I000 Carnations „„„ 2 00 selected 4 00® S 00 Callas 8 00@16 00 Cattleyas 50 00@75 00 Lilium Lonpflorum 10 00012 00 Lily of the Valley 2 00@ 4 00 Smilax 12 00@16 00 St. Louis. Mar. 30. Roses, Beauty, long stems 25 00@35 00 medium stems.. ..15 00@20 00 shortstems 4 00@ 6 00 Bride, Bridesmaid 4 00@ S 00 Chatenay 5 00® S 00 Killarney 5 00@ S 00 My Maryland 5 000 6 00 Richmond 5 000 8 00 Carnations 2 00® 2 50 fancy 3 03*7 4 t" Callas 12 00 Easter Lilies 12 50015 (0 Jonquils 1 50f7i 2 00 Narcissus 2 00® 2 ,50 Sweet Peas 25@ 60 Adiaotum 1 50 Asparagus Sprengeri 2 00@ 3 00 Smilax 12 50@I5 00 Cincinnati. Mar. 30. Roses, Beauty 2 00® 6 00 Bride. Bridesmaid 3 00® 8 00 Golden Gate 3 00@ 8 00 Killarney 4 00@10 00 Richmond 4 00010 00 Carnations 2 OOig 3 00 Callas 12 50 Dattodils. outdoor 50 Daisies .. 50 Hyacinths. Miniature Dutch 4 00 Roman 3 00 Lilium Longiflorum 12 .50015 00 Lily of the Valley 3 000 4 00 Narcissus, Paper White 3 00 Sweet Peas 500 75 Tulips 3 Oug) 4 00 Adiantum -... 1 00© 1 50 Asparagus Sprengeri. per bch. 25 Smilax 12 50*20 00 Milwaukee. Mar. 30. Rosas. Beauty 1 500 5 OU ■ Bride, Bridesmaid 3 000 8 00 •■ Killarney 4 000 S 00 Liberty. Chatenay 2 000 8 00 " Perle 3 000 (. 00 " Richmond 4 000 s 00 Carnations 1 .50® .^ 00 Lilium Gigantcum 10 00 Uly of the Valley 4 00 Trumpet Major 3 00 Von Sion 3 00 Sweet Peas 50(7 I 50 Tulips 2 00® 3 OO Violets 500 75 Adiantum 150 Asparagus perstring, 5C0 60 ■' Plumosus. per bunch, 50 " Sprengeri. " " 35 Ferns. Fancy per 1000 2 50 year to the plant trade and the re- sults are more satisfactory to both dealer and customer. Chas. P. Boyle of Thomas P. Cal- vin. Inc.. was taken suddenly ill and obliged to go home Easter Saturday morning. Mr. Boyle is one of the most popular young men in the trade and his friends all hope to see him out again shortly. xjk.ti„ii.it. $1.75 per 1000 FANCY. Telephones: 2617-2618 Main; Fort Hill 25290. 15 Province Street and 9 Chapman Place, DAGQBR. FANCY FERNS, N»w Crop Oalax. Bronze or Green $1.25 per 1000; II.IM, $7.50 SphadnuH Moai, large bales $1.25: t bales. $7.0«. Extra fine Lancolho* Sprays, Green and Bronze $1.00 per 100; $7.50 per lOOO Boxwoad per bunch, 35c; 50pound case, $8.50 Florists in the Middle and Western States can save money by placing their orders with us, A trial order solicited. MICHIGAN CUT FLOWER EXCHANGE, Inc. ^Vholesale Commission Florists and Florists' Supplies, 38-40 Broadway, All phone connections. DETROIT, MICH Qeorge Cotsonas & Co. Wholesale and Retail Dealers in all kinds of Evergreen Fancy aed Dagrsrer^ Ferns. Bronze and Green Galax, PhoBt 1202 Mad. Sq. MainStore, 50 W. 28Ui St., NE^r YORK. New Crop Ferns FANCY and DAGGER ready May 1st. Special price for large orders Price $1.25 per 1000. CALDWELL THE WOODSMAN CO., Evergreen, Alabama Quite a few picklecT carnations were in evidence, but the intense heat quickly qualified them for the barrel. American Beauty roses were very much sought. Saturday found the market bare, consequently many or- ders had to go unfilled. The sho'rtage on Richmond caused a rush for them. Saturday's violets arrived in better shape and cleaned up nicely, and by evening- they could not be had at all. NOTE.S. Phipps conservatories in Schenley park, it is said, had the finest display of lilies, hydrangeas and azaleas ever viewed in this city, F. H. Westhoff. Allison Park, who Is a carnation specialist, is grading for some new houses, which he intends to put in roses. John Jones has won the silk hat as his great masses of Easter lilies were objects of special admiration. Greens! Greens! Greens! Boxwood, per case. SO lbs.. $6.00: 100 lbs., $11.00 Uucothoe Sprays, per lOO. 50c; per 1000, $4.00. Galax, green and bronze, per 1000. 75c; per case 10.000. J.600. Wild Smilax, per 501b. case. $5.00: 2 case lots S9.00: 4case lots,$16. Smilax, per dozen strings, $1 50. Fancy Eastern Ferns, per 1000. $2.00; 5,000 lots. $s no. Green Sheet Moss, per bundle. $1.00. Sphagnnm Moss, per bundle. $1.00. William Murphy, Wholesale Commission Florist. '•mIso!" 311 Main St., Cincinnati, 0. WHOLESALE PRICE LIST GALAX, FERNS AND LEUCOTHOE Direct from the woods to the dealer. „ , Per 1000 Galax green and bronze $0.£0 Ferns, d.TgBcr , mid f»Dcy I (X) f.reeen Leucothor Sprays, regular lengths... 2 00 Green Leucothoe Sprays, 10 to 15 in 1.03 Special pri.es on lots of lOO.OOO and up. Terms strictly cash, f. o. b. Elk Park, N. C. Mortli Carolina Evergreen Co., °"'g^'g/"^ Perpetuated and Natural Sheet Southern Wild Smilax. E. A. BEAVEH, EvergreM, Ala. The McCallum Co. handled some very fine American Beauty roses of F. R. & P. M. Pierson. J. B. Murdoch & Co. handled a fine line of hydrangeas. j. igio. The American Florist. 495 DESIGNS OR CUT FLOWERS Will be delivered for the trade In other cities by tke firms below, the Leading Retailers in the cities Indicated, on Wire, Phone or Mall Orders. Alexander McConneil, 571 fifth Ave., Windsor Arcade. NEW YORK CITY. TELEGRAPH Orders forwarded to anj part of the United States, Canada and all principal cities in Europe. Orders transferred or entrusted by the trade to our selection for delivery on steamships or elsewhere receive special attention. Telephone Calls: 487 and 488 38«h St. Cable address: Alexconnell. Western Union Code. Cleveland, O. The Cleveland Cut Flower Co. •ffill fill your orders for designs and cut floivers In NORTHERN OHIO. Oayton, O. Matthews. FLORIST 16 W. 3rd Street. Flowers in any arrangement for all occasions, for Dayton and vicinity. Long dis. Phones St Paul, Minn. HOLM & OLSON, ST. PAUL. THE LEADING FLORISTS OF THE NORTHWISI Orders will be well cared for anywhere in MINNESOTA AND THE DAKOTAS. Los Angeles, Calif. J.W." """ FLORIST. ^"^i^^"^ 2 18 W. 4th St SL Paul, Minn. L L. MAY & CO. Order your flowers for delivery In this section from the Leading Florists of the Northwest San Francisco, Calif. J. B. BOLAND Successor to Sievers and Boland FLORIST so KEARNEY STREET. Atlanta, Ga. Atlanta Floral Co. 41 Peachtree Street. Pittsburg, Pa. H. L. BLIND a BROS., Two Stores: Liberty Av. & 5tb St . 5424 Center At. Greenhouses: West View. New York. Established 1874. DARDS N. E. Comer 44th St. and Madison Ave. Has his own correspondents in all the large cities of Europe and the British Colonies. Cable orders forwarded by private code. Telegraph and Cable Ad- dress, DARDSFLOR. St. Louis. WARM WEATHER II.iRD TO COMBAT. The week before Easter will be long remembered as the warmest in years, the thermometer ranging- over the eighties. Bulbous stock suffered con- siderably, it being impossible to hold it back. Lilies became soft and it re- quired great care to keep them in any kind of condition. Carnations held a stiff figure, four to six cents being the price. Roses brought from four to 10 cents. Violets, owing to the extreme warm weather, were almost entirely driven out of the market. Sweet peas, however, were in good supply at 35 cents to 75 cents per 100. Lilies brought 15 cents and lily of the valley four cents. There was a good demand for jonquils. Quite a large consign- ment of southern stock, outdoor grown, was received. Fancy ferns brought 25 cents per 100. NOTES. Werner Bros, have decided to erect two houses, 32x165 feet, this summer and intend to grow White Killarney, Killarney and Richmond roses. If these gentlemen prove as successful with roses as they have been with their carnations they will be a great help to this market. C. Young & Sons Co.'.s shipping trade on Friday was the largest in years. It looked like old times again to see Mrs. John Young at the store. We are glad to report her health as nruch improved. Otto Sander presented Mi.ss Florence Lawrence, the film artist, here for two days, with a handsome bouquet of Easter lilies, which she posed for the Easter picture in Saturday's Times. J. F. Windt and wife will leave sliortly for Europe. They will visit Germany and expect to be gone for four months. The business will be carried on by their son. The west end florists report big trade with a large increase in the plant business. The sales of lilies and aza- leas were very large. W. J. Pilcher was in with Governor Herrick violets. This variety is said to stand the heat better than the Cali- fornia types. The Wm. Smith Wholesale Floral Co. disposed of thousands of sweet peas and carnations from Kirkwood grow- ers. The Riessen Floral Co. disposed of large consignments of double violets and American Beauty roses. Geo. Angermueller has a heavy sup- ply of stock. Lilies and roses were handled in profusion. From the outlook the spring glut will be large, owing to the very warm weather. F. H. Weber had a very large busi- ness both in plants and cut flowers. W. F. Detroit, Mich. John Breitmeyer's Sons Corner Miami and Gratiot Avenues. Artistic Designs. High Grade Cut Blooms. We cover all Michigan points and good sections of Ohio, Indiana and Canada. Kansas City, Mo. 6eo. M. Kellogg Flower and Plant Co., 906 GRAND AVE. KANSAS CITY and PLEASANT HILL, MO. Will fill all orders for Cut FlOWCTS, Funeral Designs, Wedding and Birthday Gifts that maj be entrusted to them. Terre Haute, Ind, John G. HeinI ft Son, 129 South Seventh St. Telephone 247. We are In position to fill promptly all mall, tele- phone, telegraph and cable orders with ke* gnftlity stock in season. Pittsburg, Pa. A. W. SMITH CO. KEENAN BLDG. Largest Fleral Establishment is America o Established 1874. lacorporated 1909. Rochester, N; Y. J.B. KELLER SONS. [ FLORISTS. : 25 Clinton Avenue, N. Rochester Phone 606. Long Die. Bell Phone SlSi IN HEART OF NEW YORK CITY Phone 2270 38tb St. 1294 Broadway Oar Motto— THE GOLDEN RULE Kansas City, Mo. Samuel Murray 1017 Broaway ^°?^e%"a?o"rT Both Phones 2670 Main. Write. Telephone All orders given prompt or Telegraph. attention. Louisville, Ky. Established 1880. M. D. REIMERS ''Successor to Chasf W. Reimers. 329 Fourth Avenue 496 The American Florist. April 2, DESIGNS OR CUT FLOWERS Will be delivered for the trade In other cities by the firms below.the Leading Retailers in the cities indicated on Wire, Phone or Mail Orders, Chicago. Established In 1857. 'mM. FLORiST^ 739 Buckingham Place, L. D. Phone 558 Lake View. Send us your retail orders. WK lAVI THX BBIT FACDJTIES IN TBI CITT Chicago. BAUSWIRTB FLORIST Auditorium Annex. Mail, Telegraph or Telephone Orders Filled Promptly in Best Style. Qncinnati, O. JULIUS BAER, 138-140 E.Fonrth St Lond Distance Tbone. New Orleans CUT FLOWERS For Tonrlsts and General Trade. Wire or mail. Highest Grade Stock Only* ^^»Li: VIRGIN, 5Ii?A\'i^ Savannah, Ga. JOHN WOLF, Wholesale and Retail FLORIST. Kalamazoo and Battle Creek, Mich. B. A. FISHER CO. Wholesale and Retail Florista. We Handle Everything in Season. Milwaukee, Wis. CCPollworthCo. Will take proper 'WlSCOTlsin. care of your orders 'n »' ya\,\Ji.^oaAM» Buffalo, Niagara Falls, Lockporf. S. A. Anderson, 440 Main St., Buffalo, N. Y. Mail. Telepnone and Telefirraph orders filled promptly wiib the choicest stock. Washington D. C. I4th and H Streets. Also 1601 Eutaw Place, Baltimore, Md. Rochester, N. Y. Never before in this city have the florists transacted such an amount of business as they have this Easter season. All the different establish- ments were filled up with the very best material in first-class condition and, as far as we can find out, by Sunday morning there was very little surplus stock on hand. Prices on all material were moderate. J. B. Keller's Sons handle a white flowering broom that lends itself splen- didly for basket decoration. The slen- der, whip-like branches, covered with pure white blossoms, are very pleasing and they attract popular attention. Michael Keller says that large plants grown to standards sell well as indi- vidual plants. This broom is sold by the Dutch growers as Cytisus praecox albus, but we suspect it is a form of the Spanish broom (Cytisus albus). Florists who have not handled this plant certainly ought to get it next fall. The new dwarf rambler rose, Mrs. H. Cutbush, has been grown quite extensively by this firm, and it has proved a popular favorite. It could harldy tail to be so, as the rosy pink flower clusters are remarkably pleas- ing This firm has made a new de- parture in handling large rhododen- drons, having bought, last fall, a con- signment of plants of R. fastuosum flora plena about four feet in diameter, and the large bushes, covered with purplish lavender blossoms, looked splendid. Of course some of these are rented out at good prices, and others are sold to rich people at prices com- mensurate with fair profit. Michael Keller says they are well satisfied with the results, and he remarked today that this was one of the most strenu- ous Easter seasons he ever put in. JOHN DUNBAE. Brooklyn, New York. "WILSON" 3 and 5 Greene Ave. and 339 to 347 Greene At« Greenhouses: Short Hills, N. J. Deliveries in NEW YORK. LONG ISLAND and NEW JERSKT. UenUon tlie Amerxcan Florist when writing a. m., Hoboken Piers B4 & 56, Steamship SaiUngs. FROM NEW YORK EXCEPT AS NOTED. April 5. New Amsterdam, HoU.-Amer.. 10 a. m., Ho- boken Pier. Batavia, Ham.-Amer., 11 Pier. April 6. Campania. Cunard, 9 a. m North River. Germanla. Fabre, 1 p. m.. Amity Dock. FROM PAI.TIMORE. Koeln, N. Ger. L,loya, 2 p. m. Pier 9. Locust Pt. FROM ST. JOHN. Sardinian, Allan. April 7. La Lorraine. French. 10 a. m.. Pier 42, North River. FROM BOSTON. Ionian, Allan, 6 a. m. April 8. FROM ST. JOHN, N. B.. Empreso Of Britain. April 9. Caledonia, Anchor, 9 a. m.. Pier 64, North Klver. Adriatic, American. 10 a. m.. Piers 60 & 61, North River. Finland, Red Star, 11 a. m.. Pier B9, North River. Graf Waldersee. Ham.-Amer., 9 a. m., Ho- boken Pier. Prinzess Irene, N. Ger. Lloyd. 11 a. m., Ho- boken Pier. PROM PHILADELPHIA. Haverford, Amer- ican. 10 a. m., Pier B4. FROM ST. JOHN, Corslcan, Allan. New York. MYER, FLORIST, 609-6 1 1 Madison Ave. Phone 5297 Plaza. Indianapolis, !nd. BertermannBros.Co. FLORISTS 241 Mzissachusetts Ave, Omaha, Neb. Hess & Swoboda FIORISTS. 1415 Farnum St. .sJf^'d^tTIa Denver, Colo. yhc Park ....Floral Co. J. A. VALENTINE. President. WiSflIN6T0N D. C. 4UBE BR08X* ^> _ _ J -».•*, ^^^ Gude's Washington, D. C. Geo. C. Shaffer, a s FLORIST s :: Phone 2416 Main 14th fi Eye Sts, N. W Write. Telegraph or Telephone. The Florists' Market Place, Our Ready Reference Ad.Dept igio. The American Florist. 497 fvw^/-»f /^mtp ATI /^ITT* n AUrrTlC "''" °® aeuverea ror me trade u otiter cities by the DtSIONS OK 111 rLOWcKb irsr^o^.'rcSorr'""""'^'"'^ GREAT BRIT Airy WILLS & SE6AR, Royal Exotic Nursery, Onslow Crescent. S. Kensington, London FLORISTS TO HIS MflJESTY THE KING. We shall be pleased to carry out commissions from our American confreres to deliver CUT FLOWERS, FLORAL BASKETS, DESIGNS, etc., to any part of Great Britain. Cablegrams— "FLOSCULO, LONDON." Kansas City, Mo. WILLIAM L. ROCK, Flower Co., will carefully execute ordert for Kansas City and any town in Missouri, Kansas or Oicialioma. Mention the A^nericaii Florist when writing St. Louis, Mo, Write. Wire or Phone Yonr Orders 10 Y0XJN:0S 1406 Olive street, Reeular discount allowed od all orders, either Plants or Cut Flowers, mones Bell. Main 2306. Kiiilocb, Central 4981 Mention the American Florist when writing New York. Established 1840 David Clarke's Sons FLORAL DECORATORS 2139-2141 Broadway i652.Y5?3 Columbus. Ciiojce Cut FloweFs Lansing, Mich. Gurdon B. Smith Covers all Points in Michigan. Best of Shipping Facilities in all Directions. Always has the best of Everythiog. y$^ Seattle, '^Sy' Wash. Y I. W. McCOY Buffalo, N. Y. Flowers "'Quality W.J. Palmers Son. 304 MalB St. Denver, Colo. FLORAL DESIGNS AND FLOWERS Best Quality on Shortest Notice DANIELS 5f FISHER Order by mail, telephone, teleeraph or cable. Cable address "Daniels. Denver" Toronto, Can. Canada's best known and most reliable iorisl Only the Best Dunlop's 9S Yonge Street. We deliver anywhere in Canada and guarantee safe arrival. Colorado Springs, Colo. FRANK F. CRUMP, Wholesale and Retail Florist MICHIGAN. Orders will be carefully cared for by HENRY SMITH, Wholesale and Retail Florist of GRAND RAPIDS Anderson, S. C. THE ANDERSON FLORAL CO. 533 MARSHAL!. AVI. San Francisco Women to Raise Flowers. San Francisco, March 23. — Orchids at $1.50 each and roses at from $2 to $5 a dozen in a land of sunshine, where they can be grown at small expense the year round , have aroused the ire of the women of the "Four Hundred," and today they announced that they are going into the business of raising these flowers and putting them on the market at a reasonable price. Seventy prominent women, headed by Mrs. California Newton and Mrs. William C. Ralston, and represent- ing the California club and the Out- door Art league have signed the ar- ticles of incorporation of the Cali- fornia Ladies Plant and Flower Co., capital stock, $100,000. Mrs. Ralston said: "Orcliids cost $1.50 apiece. Just think of that in California! The Pearl of the Garden and our beautiful La France roses, do you ever see them now? No, they are not in the mar- ket. And the Rainbow rose or the Bennett? They are not being pro- duced. But we will soon have the fine old varieties again." — New York Journal. New York. FLORAL CO. We Guarantee Satisfaction 413 Madison Ave. cor. 48th St. Albany, N. Y. Flo'wers or Design Work. Delivered in Albany and Vicinity on Telegraphic Order. 11 NORTH PEARL STREET. Boston, Mass. Send flower orders for delivery in Boston and all New England Points To THOS. F. GALVIN, Inc., 124 TREMONT ST. THE J. M. 6ASSER COMPANY, (g[Ll^l[L/£\(i^[D)p®o We Cover All Points in Oliio. Louisville, Ky. JACOB SCfiULZ, 550 So. Fonrth Avenue. GEO. A. HEINL, ISS -: All Orders Promptly Executed- 498 The American Florist. April 2, The Seed Trade. ABerlcaa S«ed Trad* Association. J. C. Robinson. Waterloo, Neb.. Pres.; M. H.Duryea. New York. First Vice-Pres.; F. W.Bolgiano. Wasbine ton. D.C.. Second Vice- Pres.; C. E. Kendel. Cleveland, O., Sec'y and Treas.. Leonard H. Vaughan. Chicago. Asst, Sec'y. Twenty-eighth annual conven- tion, at Atlantic City, N. J. June 21, 1910. THE unseasonable hot weather is al- most sure to shorten the seed selling season disastrously. The question of fighting the recent ruling by the postmaster general re- garding disusevof opaque seed packets is in abeyance. CALIFORNIA seed growers were fa- vored with nice rains all last week in the Santa Clara and San Juan dis- tricts, and the crops there are looking fine. Sak Jose. Calif. — A flying tourna- ment will be held here May 14-15, a good chance for local seedsmen to fly high. Eastern members of the trade should arrange their inspection visit accordingly. Chicago. — Contract prices on the board of trade March 30 for grass seed were noted as follows: Timothy, $4.60 nominal. White clover, from 20 cents to 25 cents. — Visitor: C. P. Guelph, of Jerome B. Rice Seed Co., Cambridge, N. T. HOBOKEX. N. J. — Henry Nungesser & Co. have been incorporated to deal in seeds, grain, etc, with a capital of $50,000. The incorporators are: Henry Xungesser, New York; Geo, S. Mltten- (lorf. New York, and Wm. A. Proe- scholdt. South Orange, N. J. New York. — Henry Nungesser sailed for Europe, March 22. As a voyager on the Atlantic highway, Mr. Nunges- ser holds the record among seedsmen, having made over 50 trips, but that is his only dissipation. — CUas. McTag- gart, who recently opened a seed store at 123 Warren street, is doing a good business and has already been com- pelled to take more space. The present high prices of soya beans, according to Vice-Consul A. A. WilliaiTison, of Dalny, are probably due to the system of buying for future de- livery from the Chinese farmer and the Chinese dealers in the interior, sup- plemented by the consequent failure of several important Chinese firms and the necessity for filling contracts at any price by the big exporting houses. Braslan Seed Growers Co. Lettuce, Onion, Sweet Peas, Growers for the Wholesale Trade Only. SAN JOSE, CALIF. Canadian Seed Imports. As Canada imported garden, field, and other seeds and bulbous roots valued at $2,083,619 in the last fiscal year. Consul Frank Deedmeyer, of Charlottetown, has prepared some data in regard to this trade: The import of these articles has grown rapidly in the last 10 years, being in 1909 four times larger than in 1900. As shown by statistics, the United .States fur- nishes practically all of the seeds and roots received by Canada from abroad. The market for these American prod- ucts is capable of enlargement. Farm- ing is undergoing a change in the maritime provinces and in lower Canada. The cereals for export are now grown in the west. In the east agriculture is becoming more diversi- fied. The farmers aim at a variety of crops, raised from selected seeds. Cities are growing and market garden- ing is becoming more profitable every year. As a means to extend the sale of seeds and roots in Canada it is sug- gested that American exporters ex- hibit the seeds and developed fruits at the agricultural fairs, held every fall in all sections of the dominion. These fairs, or exhibitions as they are more generally called, are hfeld for counties and for provinces, and are much encouraged by the local govern- ments and well attended. The dates when these exhibitions are held and at what points can be learned by American exporters on application to the American consuls in Canada. The following statistics show the value of some varieties imported in the last fiscal year and the rates of duty on same: Free list: Annato, $223; beans, $879; beets and mangolds, $44,241; carrots, $9,421; mustard, $3,056; peas $9,407: rape seed. $10,867; turnip seed. $30,335; mushroom spawn, $2,101; and anise, anise-star, caraway, coriander, cardamon. cum- min, fenugreek, and fennel, $11,669. Dutiable: Clover and grass. $855,440; garden, field, and other seeds for agri- cultural or other purposes, sunflower, canary, hemp, and millet seed. $278,- 864: garden and field seeds, not speci- fied as free, valued at not less than $5 per pound, in packages of not less than one ounce each, $21,761, all for 10 per cent ad valorem; and flax seed, $1,326, duty 10 cents per bushel. The importations from the United States were valued at $1,932,047; from Great Britain, $73,016; France, $36,- 353; Germany, $23,206; and from all other countries, $18,997. The province of Prince Edward Island, known as Peas> Beans Alfred J. Brown Seed Co., Growers for the Wholesale Trade. GRAND RAPIDS, MICH, the Garden of the Gulf, has about 1,- 000,000 acres under cultivation. In- tensive and diversified agriculture is carried on here by some 14,000 intelli- gent farmers, most of whom own the lands they till. They send their prod- ucts to Quebec, the other maritime provinces, and to New England. Great attention is paid to variety of prod- ucts and proper selection of seeds. American exporters of seeds and bulb- ous roots will find here a growing market. Those Lovely Seeds. In the Hou.se: Mr. Moss (Ind.) — We have in this item a large appropriation of the peo- ple's money voted away by congress, with the express stipulation that five- sixths of it shall be turned over to the members who authorize this expendi- ture to be sent out on their personal demand and without any accounting or report to any public authority. In the whole disbursement of this fund all the report that is required to be made by any authority is that the sec- retary of agriculture shall report the time, the place, the quantity, and the price of the seed purchased. Not even the varieties are demanded. And un- der this general provision I find that we are purchasing and distributing mustard seed. What a benefit it must be in these days of high-priced food products, when American working men for the first time in the history of our repub- lic are forming clubs and refusing to purchase plain articles of food on ac- count of tiie exorbitant prices! What a favor, I repeat, it is that their rep- resentative in congress can send some of them mustard seed without cost to anybody except the tax payer! And while the clerks in the bureau of plant industry arc busy making up pack- ages of mustard seed the clerks in the division of publications are sending out circulars giving the latest scien- tific methods of eradicating mustard plants in grain fields. Bulletin No. 41 of the Department of Agriculture says that mustard is a well-known and very widely distributed weed pest and one which is very difficult to eradicate when once introduced, but that it can be destroyed by spraying with a solu- tion of iron sulphate. — New York Sun. February 8. Imports. During the week ending March 26. imports were received at New York as follows: Wad ley & Smythe, 179 cases trees and shrubs. McHutchison & Co., 124 cases trees and shrubs, 18 cases plants. P. Ouwerkerk, 122 oases trees. Vaughan's Seed Store, 70 cases trees and shrubs, nine cases plants, one case seed. Wm. Elliott & Son, 32 cases plants. H. F. Darrow, 32 cases trees and shrubs. C. C. Abel & Co., 12 cases trees, 22 cases bulbs. Elizabeth Nursery Co., two cases plants. Hussa & Co., one case plants. C. F. Meyer, one case plants. Morris & Wellington, one case trees Elm City Nursery, one case trees. H. Nlingesser & Co., seven cases clover seed. J. M. Thorburn & Co., four bags seed. Wakem & McLaughlin, one case bulbs. To others. 681 cases trees and shrubs, 559 pkgs. trees and shrubs, 417 cases plants, 12 pkgs. plants, one case rose trees, 346 cases lily buds, three pkgs, one case bulbs, 350 bags sun- I flower seed, 90 pkgs., 13 bags seed. igio. The American Florist. 499 VAN ZANTEN BROTHEliS Royal Netherland Bulb Nurseries and Export Trade, HILLE60M, HOLLAND, Wholesale growers of the leading sortsof Hyacinths, Tulips, Narcissus, Crocus, Spireas, Gladiolus, Peonies, etc., etc. Write our traveler. MR. G. HYLBEMA, care of Messrs. Maltus 8 Ware, 14 Stone St., New York for Catalogue and Special prices of all HOLLAND BUL BS AND PLANTS STOCK SEED Flsk's Branching in all colors. Trade packet. 40c.. oz. $4.00. Pure Wbite, tr. packet. 50c.. oz. $5.00. Also Beauty of Nice strains. H. E. FISKE SEED CO., Boston, Mass. Rape & Bergman n, Quedlinburg, Germany. Elite Seeds of Flowers and Vegetables. Specialties : Stock, Pansies. Cyclamen, etc.. Cactus Dahlias. Bulbs. General Catalogue Free BURPEE'S SEEDS PHILADELPHIA Wholesale Price List for PUrists and Market Gardeaers. JOHN BODGER & SONS CO. Gardena, Calif. Wholesale Growers of Sweet Peas, Tomatoes, Lima Beans, Lettuce, Asters, Cosmos and other Flower Seeds. Waldo Rohnert GILROY, CAL. Wholesale Seed Grower Specialties: Lettuce, Onion, Sweet Peas, Aster, Cosmos, Mignonette, Verbena, in variety. Correspondence solicited. GET QUOTATIONS FROM LANDRETH SEEDS which SUCCEED Bliotnsdale Farm. Bristol, Pa. MANN'S Lily of the Valley are the finest in existence and their Sowers briof the best prices on the London market For quotation please apply to OTTO MANN, Leipzig, Saxony, Germany MiXNEAPOUS, Minn. — A meeting ol the creditors of James Souden, who was adjudged bankrupt March S, will be held in this city April 4. WILDPRET BROTHERS Largest Growers ^||^nd Exporters of l(^ daOnionSi HIGHEST GERMINATION White and Red Bermuda. EARLY DELIVERY Crystal Wax and Golden Onion. Let Us Book Your Or3er At Once So As To Obtain Full Delivery. Prices on Application. We Supply Seedsmen Only. Port Orotava, Teneriffe, Canary Islands. Fine Aster Seed Catalogue Now Ready. VICK & HILL CO., Box 613, Rochester, N. Y. SSTABLISHBD IN 1824. Bridgeman's Seed Warehonse RICKARDS BROS., Props., 37 lUt igth St., ket Bioadway aod 4th Ave, New York Telepbona 4235 Gramercy. -FOR- SEEDS OF ALL KINDS APPLY TO W. W. JOHNSON & SON, Limited, Boaton. Knglond. Pieters-Wheeler Seed Company HOLLISTER, CAL. Growers of High Grade Seeds Onion, Lettuce, Radish. Sweet Peu.s. YAi' . CORRESPONDENCE SOLICITED. Spring Bulbs Guaranteed Sound. Tuberoses Per lOlt Dwarf Pearl, 1st size $7.50 " " medium size 4.00 Caladinms (Elephant's Ear) Sound bulbs with live center shoot. 100 lUllO Size 5— 7-in $ 2 00 $15 00 Size 7— 9-in 3 50 30 00 Size 9— ll-in 6 CO 56 00 Size 12-in up 14 00 Winlerson's Seed Store, 45-47-49 Wabash Ave., CHICAGO. For REUABLE STOCK From Keep Tab RELIABLE DEALERS on Adyts. in THE FLORIST 500 The American Florist. April 2, Market Gardeners Oreenhonse Veitetable Orowers and Market Gardeners* Association. C.W. Waid, NewCarlisIe. Pa., President; Franklin DeKleine, Grand Rapids, Mich.. Vice-President: S. W. Severance, 508 Illi- nois Life Building. Louisville, Ky.. Secre- tary. M. L. Ruetenik, Cleveland, 0„ Treas. GUELPH, Ont. — A. McMeans, head gardener at the Agricultural College experiment station vegetable depart- ment, has left to take up a similar position at Agricultural College, North Dakota. Seed Sowing. Among the different gardening op- erations there is none more difficult than seed sowing. To get a man who can properly sow, both broadcast and with hand drill, all the various seeds is almost a hopeless task. The sub- ject needs close study to avoid heavy losses, which may come either way by over or underseeding or by entire fail- ure. Some operators would make us believe that the time for broadcast sowing is past absolutely. Such is not the case. There are times and sub- jects when broadcast seeding is very successful. The reason for this is very plain upon investigation. Broadcasted seed is covered at varying depths, so that under almost all conditions a stand is obtained. If the weather turns wet after seeding, those seeds nearest the surface will sprout; If dry^ the deeply buried ones will have their chance; while by the drill method, they are all uniformly covered, hence if the weather turns unfavorable for the depth at which they were sown the whole lot may be a failure. Old market gardeners know from experi- ence that it is easier to get a stand of lettuce, spinach, radish or turnip by broadcasting than by drilling, hence the method is still in use. We do not like broadcasting, but admit its uses. To operate seed drills successfully requires close attention. Where a very thin stand is desired, and a drill set very close, it will be found that after some time the machine has actually sifted the seeds by allowing the small ones to pass and rejecting the large ones and thereby reducing the stand for the last one-half. Some machines will not stand close regulation at all, as they choke up unless the flow is liberal. When this is the case, the only way out is to proceed rapidly, thereby reducing the time for the seed to roll out. Where land is too rough for nice work, such machines as have a two-piece coverer can often be made to work by removing one side of tiie covering device, thus allowing clods to pass. Another way to handle rough land is to precede the drill with a sin- gle wheel hoe, using one slim cultiva- tor tooth to open a mark and roll the clods aside. This can be made to work where nothing else will. Soils that bake readily can be handled similarly by opening a slight furrow, removing the covering device entirely, and de- pending upon the roller to firm the seed without covering. This permits the weak seedlings to come up through the crevices. There can be no greater Not How Cheap But How Good SC^dSm^n* ^° ^°^ ^^ misled by cheap offers. — - Always buy the Best *^Bermuda Onion ^eeds^^ You can obtain the "Improved Stock" from the grower, FEDERICO C. VARELA. Teneriffe, Canary Islands. p. S. — Please mail me your Contract Order at once. I DITTLEV [LTZnOLTZ & CO. I Ringe, Denmark Offer for delivery this autumn, 1910: I i Offer for delivery this autumn, laiu: J CAULIFLOWER, Danish Snowball, at $6.50 per lb. | I CABBAGE, Danish Ballhead (Amager),at 0.50 per lb. | c AU LIFLO WER A B B A G E ULY or THE VALLEY iPIPS HJALMAR HARTMANN & CO. Loeang straede 20, COPENHAGEN. DEHHtRK S. D. WOODRIFF & SONS, SEED GROWLERS Dealers in Garden, Field and Flower Seeds. Specialties: Beet. Carrot. Corn. Peas. Beans, Onion Sets and Seed Potatoes. Catalogue free. Contracts taken. 82-84 Dey Street, Orange, Conn. NEW YORK. The Everett B. Clark Seed Co. Groyyers for I he Trade Beans, Peas, Sweet Corn, Onion, Turnip, Radish, Beet, Etc, Branches: Michigan and VVisconsiM. MlLPORD.CONN. mistake made than preparing land too fine, if it is liable to puddle and bake. A certain amount of roughness is ab- solutely necessary to keep such soils open. Maeketman. The Boston Market Gardeners' Ass'n. The Boston Market Gardeners' As- sociation held its annual field meeting in Watertown, Mass., March 19. The party, which numbered about 150, in- spected the greenhouses of J. W. Stone, A. M. Davenport and F. E. Coolidge. After luncheon with Mr. Coolidge the party came to Boston in electric cars and held a business meet- ing in Horticultural Hall. Following the meeting the associa- tion listened to an address on "Mar- ket Gardening," ilustrated with ster- VEGETABLE PLANTS Per 100 1000 Beet Plants $0 20 $1 25 Egg Plants 40 2 00 Pepper Plants, Bull Nose. Sweet M- untaiD and Ruby King 40 2 CO Tomatoes, small plants. Earliana. Early Jewel Dwarl Stone and Cham- P'cn. Ponderosa and Malcbless. .30 2 00 Tomatoes, small plants Stone Par- agon and Favorite and Success 20 1 00 — Cash with order, R. VINCEM, fr; & SONS CO., w^t^Ma^^^ S. M. IsbeU & Co., Jackson, Mich. CONTRACT SFF.n GROWLERS, Bean, Cucnmber, Tomato, Pea, Mnskmelon, Squasb, Watermelon, Radish, Sweet Com. Correspondence solicited. Contracts to grow all kinds of Vegetable Plants, transplanted or not. Also Geri- Diums Colous. Cannas. Salvias. Verbeoas, Pansies, etc.. for spring delivery. Al stock only. Correspondence solicited. AlOnZO J. Bryan, ^asn ngton. New Jcrsej. Watcn tor our Trade Mark stamped on every brick of Lambert's Pure Culture Mushroom Spawi Substitution of cheaper grades ii thus easily exposed. Fresh eamplj brick, with illustrated book, mailed postpaid by manufacturers upon re- ceipt of 40 cents in postage. Address Trade Uerk. American Spawn Co.. St. Paiil,MlM eopticon views of the industry in vari- ous parts of the country, by L. G. Cor- bett of the Department of Agriculture. Mr. Corbett urged the value of co-op- eration, as did W. H. Bowker, a trus- tee of the Horticultural Society. Prof. igio. The American Florist. 501 Vaughan's Sweet Peas SPENCER :AND UNWIN TYPES. Vioz. 1 oz. V,\b lb Apple Blossom '(Spencer). ^Primrose, with rose standard $0.25 $0.80 $3.00 Asta tihn (Spencer). The best lavender in thi Spencer sel>-ctions ,$0.40 .75 BlancbeFerry (Spencer). Pink and white Spencer type 25 .50 Countess Spencer (Variety). Bright clfar pink .. ,10 Dainty (Spencer). White with very light pinkedjfe Florence Morse (Spencer). Delicate blush with pink marRin George Herbert ^Spencer). Bright rose catmine . Gladys Unwin. One oi the finest pinks inexii-tence .... King Edward Vn (Spencer). Deep rich ca m ne scarlet . .30 Mrs. Alfred Watkins. Superb pale pink. Mrs. Sankey (Spencer). A black seeded pure white. Mrs. Walter Wright (Spencer). Rose purple- . NoraUnwin. The best white .10 .20 .60 Paradise. .\ dark shade of pink .10 ,80 Primrose Spencer). .10 .20 .60 Princess Alice (Spencer). Light rosy mauve .15 .40 1.40 Princess Victoria. White blush and pink "dged Spencer .15 .50 1.80 Ruby (Spencer). Scarlet Spencer .40 1.50 Sutton's Queen. Primrose edged in margin with DuiJ .. .15 .45 1.60 Wtliie (Spencer). Flowers absolutelr pure white .10 .20 .60 .35 125 .23 .85 3.20 ,40 1,60 40 1.60 .15 .15 .10 .20 .50 .50 1,60 .10 .20 .60 .50 .40 .10 .10 .10 .20 STANDAJtD VARIETIES, mb. BlancheFerry.Hink and white... $0.10 lb. $0.20 .50 .40 .35 .30 .25 NORA UNWIN SWEET PEA. FloraNorion, A very bright b'ue quite different from li lb. lb. other blues, being a brighter blue and clearer color. ...$0.10 $03() Flora Frazer. An improved Blanche Ferry, with longer stems, truetn type 15 ,40 FrankDolby. Largest and best pale Uvender 25 .80 King Edward VI 1. The best of the dark red 10 .30 Lady Grisel i«amilton. The best of alllavender sorts 1" .40 Lord Nelson. Improvement on navy bluec lor, rich navy blue. ,10 .30 Lovely, ^hell pink, extra fine .. 10 .25 Mont B'anc. An early flowering white, for forcing lO .35 Mrs. George Higginson, Jr. Clear azure blue 10 .25 Bolton's Pink. Pink shaded rose, of immense size. .15 Bridesmaid. This is a deep bright pink 15 Dainty, Large pure white tinted with pink 15 Dorotht Eckford. One of the best of all the white. ,10 Emily Henderson. White, early and free. ., ,10 Evelyn Byatt. Rich fiery orange; very striking "H unique 15 .40 Prince ol Wales. Deeprose 10 .25 Salopian. Rich deep scarlet 10 .25 Queen Alexandra. Giintsize: best scarlet oz,. 10c .15 .40 Shasta. G ant flowered white 15 .40 White Wondc. Pure white, of the largest size 15 .40 Vaughan'S Florist Mixture. This mixture is made up by ourselves from separate coh rs. carefully proportioned of the best cut flower sorts and colors and includes this year some of the best Spencer varieties. 4 lb., 20c; lb.. 80c; 51bs., $3.50. Eckford Mixture. This mixtu e contains over thirty varieties, including novelties of 1909, Per Vt lb.. lOc; lb., 25c; lO lbs., $2.00. VAUGHAN'S SEED STORE, 25 Barclay St., NEW YORK. 84-86 Randolph St. and 202 W. Randolph St., CHICAGO. "Spring Book for Florists." Ask for it. William R. Lazenby of Columbus, O., delivered an address on "National Co- operation," Prices of Indoor Fruits and Vegetables. New York, March 26. — Mushrooms, 35 cents to 50 cunts per pound; cucum- bers, $1.25 to $1.60 per dozen; lettuce, 90 cents to $1.12 per dozen heads; to- matoes, 25 cents per pound; radishes, 3 cents per bunch; asparagus, white. $5 per dozen bunches, green, $4.50 to $9 per dozen bunches; rhubarb, 6% cents per bunch; mint, $1 per dozen bunches; grapes, Gros Colman, 85 cents per pound; peaches, $2 per dozen. Beet tops, $1 per bushel. Chicago, March 30. — Mushrooms, 25 cents to 60 cents per pound; cucum- bers, $1.25 to $1.50 per dozen; leaf lettuce, 40 cents per box; head lettuce, Florida, $3.50 per hamper, Louisiana, $5 and $7 per barrel; tomatoes, 20 cents per pound; radishes, 50 cents per dozen; grapes, Gros Colman, 75 cents per pound; rhubarb, 60 cents. FOUGHKEEPSIE, N. Y. — Help has been very scarce with the violet growers during the Easter rush. The Versatile Woodbine. Climbing plants may be placed in four general groups as regards the means for getting up in the world. Least specialized are the scramblers, such as the bed straw (galium) and certain climbing roses and brambles. These depend upon their recurved prickles to catch upon other plants and hold them in place, says the American Botanist. More successful are the twiners like the bean and hop that simply wind their stems about other vegetation. The rootclimbers are more common in the tropics than in our own region but they are not without representatives here in such forms as the poison ivy and the Eng- lish ivy. The most highly specialized group comprise the tendril climbers. The tendrils may be modified stems as in the grape, petioles as in the gar- den nasturtium, stipules as in the spe- cies of smilax, veins of the leaf as in the pea, or even in the tipS of the leaves themselves as in various trop- ical plants. As to methods of at- tachment, two forms are noticeable, one in which the tendrils wrap around the object, the other in which the tips spread out in sucker-like discs. This ONE-HALF CAR OF Calla Bulbs Ready end of July. Write for prices, Berrydale Experiment Gardens, Holland, Mich. latter form is usually developed when the plants climb upon rocks or the trunks of trees. Very few plants pos- sess more than one of these methods of climbing but the common woodbine (Ampelopsis quinquefolia) is more fortunate. Normally it is a tendril climber. like the grape to which it is near allied, but on occasion it may develop adhesive discs and it fre- quently puts out roots like the poison ivy. Nobody seems to have investi- gated the subject to see if the three methods of climbing indicate three forms of the plant. Mansfield, O. — The Berno Floral Co has been getting "in bad" with some of its neighbors on account of the smoke stack emitting too much smoke and soot. 502 The American Florist. April 2, f V The Nursery Trade J American Aasoclatloa af Nurserymen. F.H. Stannard. Ottawa. Kans,, President: W. P, Stark. Louisiana. Mo*. Vice-President; John Hall. Rochester. N. Y.. Sec'y. Thirty-fifth annual convention to be held at Denver. Colo.. June 8-10. 1910. A City Nursery i.s under consider- ation at Seattle, Wash. We ai-e indebted to Park Commis- sioner Philip C. Scanlan for a copy of the annual report of the St. Ijouis park department. The total exports of fruits and nuts from the United States in the la.st calendar year amounted in value to $1,916,065; the imports, to $34,- 604,000. This looks just like a good imitation of no season at all in the nursery trade. Many kinds of shrubs and trees will be in full bud almost before they can be dug. A season apparently about 10 days or two weeks long. Many fruit and flower buds are coming out probably to meet a .killing frost. Among: iHe Newer Deuizlas. By crossing D. scabra with D. dis- color grandiflora some fine novelties have been obtained. D. discolor densi- flora is an erect-growing variety, with a floriferous character. The blossoms are white, suffused with rose, and, with the sulphur-colored anthers, cre- ate quite a pretty effect. Another fine variety is D. carnea. a delightful flesh- colored form, with rosy-pink reverse to the blossoms, which are of medium carmine bud coloring is very pleasing. D. lactea, a dwarf bushy hybrid, with grand panicles of blossom, and a clear milk-white coloring, is deserving of notice, while the dainty D. stellata is an exceedingly pretty hybrid, the flowers exhibiting a delightful blend of coloring, shading- froin palest pink to rosy-carmine. Some exquisite beauties are now- grouped in the D. gracilis section. There is the snow-white D. erecta, a hybrid between D. gracilis and D. Sie- boldi, with dark green leafage, and pyramidal spikes of blossom. D. cam- panulata is a grand milk-white form, wonderfully free and effective in blos- som. D. candelabrum, another D. gra- cilis X D. Sieboldi hybrid, is a delight- ful subject. The arching branches, clouded with innumerable clusters of creamy blossoms, makes an undenia- bly charming picture, and is well worth securing. In D. carminea we have another pleasing deutzia with an arching habit, the branches being weighed down with the burden of rosy-hued blosoms D. eximea and D. rosea furnish two more pink varieties to the gracilis group, while the largp- flowered D. venusta witli snowy blos- soms like a' miniature azalea, con- cludes a group of sterling forms of this favorite section. Furtlier, there is the Lemoinei group, of which the forerunner was the handsome white-flowered D. Le- moinei, a hybrid between D. gracilis and D. parviflora. The best of the section are 0. Avalanche, a handsome snow- white hybrid with the close panicles of blossom crowding closely for the full length of the stems: D. Boule de Neige, a large-flowered showy white of great merit; D. Boule Rose, with pale rose blossoms, produced in large close clusters; and D. Pleur de Pom- mier, a notable pale pink form, clad HI* Bobbink & Atkins RUTHERFORD, N. J. World's Choicest Nursery Stock L^^Uam^nrafSsfrLS^ Vines, Trained, Dwarf and Standard Fruit Trees, Grape Vines, and other Small Fruits, Herbaceous Plants and a general variety of Spring Bulbs. Boxwood==Bay Trees and all other decorative plants, such as Dra- cenas, Aucubas, Palms, Etc. In.spection of our Nursery invited, and convince yourself that we have the Stock. Only 9 miles from New York City. A GOOD INVESTMENT Evansville, Ind., Feb. 18, 1910. American Florist Co. Chicago. Dear Sirs; — I am using your Trade Director\- and out of 4000 nurserymen we circularized only two circulars came back. I am enclosing these names as you may want to make the changes. A. J. IvOCKYEAR. New Edition Now Ready-Price S3.00. from base to summit with axillary corymbs of blossom. Both in bud and blossom it is delightful. That other good work in connection with the deutzias is in progress is ap- parent in D. kalmifeflora, a fine hybrid, with kalmia-like blossoms of a pale pink color; and in the fine D. crenata magnifica. a hybrid between D. Vil- morin S A ROSE FOR EVERY GREENHOUSE S S t White KUlamey. My Maryland, Pink Klllar- I ney, Kictunond, ' Rose pots-... $15 CO per 100 0» S^zinch pots Is OJ per ICO GRSFTED ROSES I Bride, Bridesmaid, Golden Gate, La France, haiserin. Rose pots $10 00 per 100 S^-j-inch pots IS CO per 100 %) s OV^N ROOT ROSES Bride, Bridesmaids, Perle, Sunrise, Golden bate, Chatenay, Kaiserin. » \ \ J. L. DILLON, Bloomsburg, Peu ( White Killamey, My Maryland, Richmond, Pink Killamey, American Beauty. .linch pois ¥ 9 OOper inO 3 incli pots .* 7 00 per IfO 4 inch pots 12 00 per 100 4incb pots 10 10 per 100 We will have large quantities of White Killamey and American Beauty Rose plants of the best quality for spring delivery. Verbena and Coleus Cuttings and Plants rtady for shipment. Seed for Circulars- •)■< Asparagus Sprengeri Fine plants from 4-in. pots, for immediate shipment, $6.00 per 100 Also a fine assortment of Aster Seed and Chrysanthemums. ELMER D. SMITH '& CO., Adrian, Mich. Verbenas for Everybody Of tlic finest vari- eties that ever grew. 70c per 100: $6,00 per 1000. Mums, the good kind. $1.25 per 100: $10.00 per 1000. Daisies, white and yellow, »1.C0 per 100; $8.00 per 1000. Our big doiible Giant Alyssiun,80cperl00 ,$7.00 per 1000. 1 Feverfew,$1.25per 10(1: $10.00 per 1000. I We prepay express chargesonall rooted cuttings and guar- _ antee satisfaction. Enchantress Carnations, R. C, very strong^2^ Ifc'perlOO: $20.00 per ICOO, ^^ C. HUMFELD, The Rooted Cutting Specialist, ClAY CENTER. HANS. The Landscape Beautiful.* This book is a series of essays by Frank A. Waugh, the well known pro- fessor of horticulture at the Massa- chusetts Agricultural College, at Am- herst, and its sub-title seems to fit it so well that we give it in full: "A Study of the Utility of the Natural Landscape, its Relation to Human Life and Happiness, with the Appli- cation of these Principles In Land- scape Gardening and in Art in Gen- eral." Mr. Waugh has given us an unusual book, something quite out of the ordinary, showing how we are affected by the landscape. He says at the end of his essay on "Landscape and Life": "The doctors have dis- covered a new name for an old dis- ease — nostalgia, which, translated in- to English, means 'we want to see our home again." There were dark and terrible days for the men and women who went from New England to settle the great plains. Many a woman of gentle nature really died in the trial, and the great longing was not to see the old schoolmates nor even, in most cases, to see parents or brothers or sisters, but to look once more on the peaceful green hills, on the dark pine forests and the quiet clustering houses of the village in the valley." And so on throughout the book Mr. Waugh shows that the landscape is the people's privilege, though capital- ists and landed proprietors do their best to shut out even the schoolboy from his swimming pool or the pub- Moonvines. Ipomaea Multiflora, best wtiite Moonvine, for which we have a world wide reputation, now ready, 2 1-2-inch pots $5.00 per 100. eODFREV ASCBMANN, 1012 West Ontario St. PHILADELPHIA, : PA. New Chrysanlhemum Mrs. Jane Cockburn EARLY PINK. Ready for February and March delfvery. Blnonis first week in October. B i- a u t i f u I mauve pink, Good keeper and shipprr. $6.00 per 100; $50.00 per 1000. Five hundred at one thousand rate. FIRST COME. FIRST SERVED. SAMUEL COCKBURN & SONS, 233rd St. and Verio Ave., Woodlawn, NEW YORK CITY. lie from enjoying the beauties of na- ture that should be free to all. He also has many practical ways by which a love of the landscape beautiful may be taught for, after all, the person whose mind is not attuned to enjoy beautiful scenery may as well live on a prairie alongside a straight road as anywhere else. The book is beauti- fully got up, and well illustrated with engravings made from photographs of the postal photographic club. Good clear type and wide margins make the book very easy reading and there is not a page in it that does not well repay perusal. At the low jjrice at which it is offered — $2, everyone who has a liking for the country should have a copy. *We can supply any books here noted on re- ceipt of price quoted. igio. The American Florist. 605 Vaughan's Special Offer too $60 00 75 00 100 00 1000 .«5 00 45 00 Doz. $5 00 15 00 10 00 CROTONS We oSer a choice collection of fancy sorts, well colored. Each Doz. 3-in. pots $0 20 $2 00 4-io. pots 35 3 50 5-in. pots 50 6 00 6-iD. pots 1 00 10 00 Each Doz. 100 Azalea Mollis, IS to 20 buds.SO SO $S 00 $40 00 40to50bHds. 1 00 10 00 BOSTON FERNS Each Doz. bin. pots ? 75 $8 00 7m. pots 1 00 10 00 8in. pots 1 25 14 00 lO-in. pots 2 50 Per 100 Asp. Sprengeri, 2H in $ 3 OJ ,^ in S 00 4 -in 10 00 Aucuba, Japonica variegated. Each 18m. hiBh $ 55 24to30in. high 1 SO Aucuba, Japonica type. 18-ic. high 1 00 Crimson Ramblers, 2 years old, 2 to 3 feet, well branched, own roots. $2.00 per doz : 2 years old, 2 to 3 feet, well branched, budded . 2.00 P'-r doz.: 3 years old, 3 to 5 feet, well branched budded.. 3.00 per doz.; 4-inch pots Tausendschon. Por^n, Porinn I P' Doz Bush Box Trees, 15-lS in. high. .$4 00 2l)-24-in. high.. 8 00 Ampelopsls Veitcllii, 2 yr 1 75 .vvr 2 00 100 Per doz. Per 100 %\2 00 15 00 $15.00 pc-r 100 15.00 per 100 18.00 per IPO 10.00 per 100 r doz. Per 1(0 yr. old, dormant, grafted plants $3.50 $25.00 I Lady Gay, 2yr.old. dormant stock $3.00 $20.00 Deutzia Each Doz. 100 Lemoinei. 7-in SO 25 $ 2 50 $20 00 Clematis Paniculata, 2-yr. 1 SO in no 90 00 3-yr. 2 00 15 00 4yr. 3 60 25 00 Aralia Elegantissima. fine stock. Each 5-inch $1 00 6-inch 150 ROSES P,-rdoz. American Beauty budded $2 00 Gen. Jack " l 75 Mrs. John Laing 175 Paul Neyron " 2 00 John Hopper " 175 Fisher Holmes l 75 Gen. Washington 2 00 Gruss an Teplitz 2 00 Per 100 .«5 00 14 00 14 00 15 00 14 00 14 00 15 00 15 00 Hardy Perennial Plants Achillea Eupatorium .?1 Anchusa AngustUolia Aquilegla Chrysantha in var Arabis Alpina F1.P1 Aster Preziosa 1 Cardifolius I Laevis Pulcherrimus . 1 Novae Belgiae Glory de Nancy t Ryecroft Pink I St Egwin 2 White Dwarf Queen 1 Baptisia Australls Bocconia Cordata Boltonia Asteroldes Bupthalmium CordifoUnm Campanula Medium Calycanthema 1 Single Mixed. 1 " " Double Mixed I ■' " Single White. 1 Catananche CoenUea Chelone Lyonii 1 Chrysanthemum Maximum " Northstar 1 ** Larsoni (new).. . 2 Coreopsis Lanceolate " Rosea .. Daisy Shasta, California *' \\'estialla Delphinium Chinense *' *■ .\lbum ** Kelwav's Hybrids Oianthus .^bbotsford. 1 ** Plumarius Cyclops '* Latifolius Coccineus pi.. 1 ■* Plumarius double Doz. 100 0(1 $7 00 75 5 00 6 00 6 00 6 00 8 00 00 7 00 50 lu 00 00 5) 00 on 8.5 85 75 85 00 00 00 in 85 25 7 00 6 00 6 00 5 0(1 6 00 7 00 7 00 7 00 7 00 6 00 8 00 b 00 8 00 5 00 600 6 00 6 00 5 00 5 00 6 CO 600 7 00 6 00 Doz. 100 Dianthus Perfection $125 Her Majesty 8^ -^ 00 " SemperHorens 85 6 00 Digitalis Gloxiniaeliora. mixed.... 1 00 7 00 " Maculata Iveryana.spjtted 1 00 7 TO Echinacea Purpurea f 5 6 00 Erianthus Ravennae 85 6 oo Eupatorium Agcratoides 85 6 00 " Frazeri 85 b tO Festuca Glauca 85 6 00 Funkia Lanclfolia .^. 75 5 00 Gaillardia(jrandifiora 85 6 00 " KcTincsinaSnlendi-ns. .. 1 (.0 7 CO Grandiflorascmi-pl 100 7 00 Sulphurca . 1 00 7 00 Gypsopbila Paniculata fl. pi.. double white 1 00 S 01 Heleninm .'\utumnale superbum 85 6 00 " Rubrum I 00 8 00 Helianthus MultiBorus Max . 85 6 00 " Sparsifolius 85 6 CO Heliopsis Pitcherianus 65 4 00 Hemerocallis Uumortieri 85 6 00 Flava 85 6 0) Kwansofl.pl 85 6 00 Hibiscus Crimson Eye 60 4 CO Moscheutos 60 4 00 Inula EnsUoila 85 6 00 Iris Pallida Dalmatica 1 50 10 CO ■■ Mixed German 60 4 00 Lathyms Laiifolius Albus 1 u(i 7 00 Rubra. red 1 CO 7 m Pink Beauty lOn 7 00 Lavender i oo 7 no LinumFiavum 100 7 00 ■' Pcrenne 85 6 00 no2. 100 lobelia Cardinalis .*1 00 $7 00 Lychnis Viscaria 85 6 00 Lysimachia Barystachls 1 Ou 8 00 Mint 60 4 00 Monarda Didyma 1 00 7 00 Myosotis PalustrisSemperrtorens.. 60 4 CO Phaiarls .^rundinacea var 75 5 00 Phlox, mixed. 3 and 4 year clumps. 1 00 6 00 Physostegia Virginica 85 6 00 Flatycodon Grandiflora 85 6 00 " Mariesi 85 ' 6 00 " .\lba 1 00 7 CO Primula Veris Grandiflora I 00 7 00 " Harbinger 100 7 00 Pyrethrum Uliginosum 75 5 00 RudbecUa Golden Glow 85 6 00 GoldenRay 85 6 fO " Newraani 10) 7 00 Nitida 100 7 CO Sidalcea Rosy Gem 1 00 7 OO Statice Latifolia 100 7 CO Stokesia Cyanea ICO 7 OJ Alba 1 25 SoUdagO Virgaurea Nana. ...inO 7 00 Sweet William, Single mixed 85 6 00 " Double mixed 85 6 CO Red. double 1 CO 7 00 " " White 1 00 7 00 Tarragon True German 85 6 00 Thallctnun Flavum 1 00 7 00 Tradescantla Virginica 85 6 00 Trltoma Pfitzeri 1 OO 7 00 Tunica Saxifrag a 1 CO 7 00 Vinca Minor 75 5 00 Tncca Filamentosa. 3 in. pots 75 5 00 SPRING "BOOK FOR FLORISTS! ASK FOR IT. NEW YORK. VSUGHAN'S SEED STORE, All Plants f. o. b. Western Springs, 111. CHICAGO. Boston Notes. The H. M. Robinson Co. had tlie banner Easter of its career and is al- ready working on plans to Increase the floor space of the establishment to keep pace with the rapid growth of the business. The new addition will include the several floors In the adjoining buildings, comprising over 14,000 square feet in all. H. Capers of the Co-operative Mar- ket handled a fine variety of carna- tions over the Easter rush. The stock is all from the best growers and strictly fresh, a most valuable fea- ture holiday time. Wm. Tailby, of Wellesley, is a candi- date for the office of selectman in his home town. William generally gets anything he goes after, so we have no doubts as to the outcome. John MacFarland of North Easton Is running especially strong on gar- denias and valley. He seems to be the mainstay of the local market on these two flowers. The Winsor carnations of John Barr would be hard to beat. They are coming in very freely now and are up to the Barr standard in every way. The first iris of the season is com- ing from Wm. Patterson of WoUaston. R. Philadelphia Notes. The stores, in the main, report a good business. Pennock Bros, made up quantities of plant baskets; a gilt basket with a bunch of grapes orna- ment of plastic material, was a feature. A dull finish white basket was also a novelty and looked stunning when filled. W. McKissick & Bros, kept all hands going day and night Wednesday and Thursday with shipping and later with local orders. They say they had a very successful Easter. Ed Reid handled double violets by the hundred thousand. These are an Easter specialty with him and he is there each season with the goods. K. Cannas King Humbert, Alphonse Bouvier, Chas. Henderson. Mile, Berat. Ex. Crampbell. Florence Vaughan. Mad. Crozy. Souv. de Antoine Crozy. Write for special prices, stating quantity wanted. FRESH TOBACCO STEMS. Bale of 300 lbs.. $1.75; ton $9.00 W. C. BEGKERT, Seedsman, 103 Federal St., N.S.. PITTSBURG. PA. Atlanta, Ga. — Dr. Howell has dis- posed of his interest in the Atlanta Floral Co. to Messrs. Borg and Erick- son of the Chattanooga Floral Co., who take possession April 1. Mr. Borg is now on the ground. The new proprietors expect to rent the Chat- tanooga place and give their entire time and attention to the new inter- BStS. 506 The American Florist. April 2, Double Your Carnation Profits===Last Chance to Buy The trade hascertainly bousht liberally of Carnation Dorothy Gordon this winter and spring — orders for rooted cuttines have taxed our pro- duciugr capacity nearly to the limit, but we're proud of the stock we've sent out. and judging by their kind letters, our customers are pleased, too. .^nd net winter, wh-n all those splendid plants come to bloom and these florists bepin to make money as they have never before made it from carnations, they'll be still better satisfied! Have you delayed getting in your order for this maBniBcenl new Carnaiion? If so this advertisement is addressed to you: we have just a few thousand more cuttines in the sand lor April 15th delivery and when these are taken, no more will be available till next winter. The merit of this splendid new variety has bi-en thoroughly proved, and the only possible loss you can experience in the matter into let this oppor- tunity slip by and stick to the old sorts you've been growing in the past. Carnation Dorothy Gordon Has a splendid pedigree, a long list of good qualities and an enviable record of prizes and awards. It is a seedling of Lawson on Enchantress, posssessing the princi lal merits of these varieties without their faults It is vigor us in gowth and is perlectiv free from disease. Its tloweis are a trifle darker than Pink Enchantress: they are borne in double the quantity, and are of exceptional size averaging over 3 inches in diam- eter. They are v-ry fagrant and keep e>c>-ptionally well. The market price P'fid for Carnation Dorothy Gordon is regularly 50 per cent, more than tnat paid for Enchantress, From the vrry first Dorothy Gordon has established a splendid record as an exhibition variety. High awards were given it at the meeting of the American Carnation "society in ly i8 and at the National Ga'deners' .Association meeting in New 'i'ork in 1909 This seas'in it has attiacled much attention and has won further renown at the Pittsburg and Toronto meetings In order to give tne trade a fair opportunity to test it thoroughly, we have from the first sold rooted cuttings at a price which would get it established everywhere. This low figure still ore- ails and the remaining slock will be sold at these prices: $10.00 per 100; $75.00 per 1000. No farther offers this season. JOSEPH HEACOCK COMPANY, Disseminators, Wyncote, Pa. 'w^wT /^w-m r^w i /^ I'here are none better V*l\l Hxl A V 'ban Uttle Beauty Lord rLLliiJiAiJ Byron, Renan and White *^ Beauty, strong 2H inch plants ready $♦ -00 per luu New Heliotrope. Miss Bemice a sport of Mme. Bruant and a great im- proT>niectonthe latter 2H-inch $8.00 per 100. Ratalog for the Asking. SKIDELSKY & IRWIN CO., 1215 Betz Bld^. PHILADELPHIA. PA. San Francisco. After a lenten season which has been unusually quiet for the retailer, we are, at the date of writing, on the eve of Easter, which every one hopes will bring a rush of orders. The marliet of late has been so demoral- ized for almost all kinds of flowers, that they were disposed of for almost any price offered. Carnations in par- ticular were a drug, being brought in in enormous quantities by the many Japanese growers in this vicinity. But with the close of the lenten sea- son and a considerable shortening up of the supply the growers hope to be able to receive more remunera- tive prices in the near future. NOTES. At a meeting of the growers and wholesalers of this city and vicinity recently held at the office of E. W. McLellan & Co., it was decided to form a board of trade for the protection of its members against unscrupulous dealers. Almost every grower and wholesaler suffered more or less financial loss during the last year by the actions of certain firms here. Frank Shibeley called the meeting to order and those present proceeded to elect oflicers. H. Plath was unani- mously elected president of the asso- ciation and E. 'W. McLellan secre- tary. A committee on by-laws was then appointed by the president, con- sisting of the following members: F. Shibeley, E. Schwerin and P. Ferrari. After the signing of the roll by all those present the meeting adjourned until called by the comtnittee for the adoption of the by-laws. The MacRorie-McLaren Co. is very busy with landscape work, having quite a number of new places to lay out. A carload of glass is on the way from the east for this firm for the erection of a section of greenhouses at its place at San Mateo. H. Plath had the finest lot of Pri- mula obconica in bloom in the most brilliant variety of colors, some of Geraniums ROOTED CUTTINGS Ricard and S. A. Nutt, ready ."Vpril 20th. at $10.00 per lOOO. SPRENGERI Extra fine, ready for 4 inch pots, first size. $5.C0 per 100: second. $3 50 per MO. Samples for lUc. PLUMOSUS Good stock from rose pots at $2S.00 per 1000. Sample for 10c. ALBERT M. HERR, Lancaster, Pa. Mention the American Florist when writing A New Fern NEPHROLEPIS GIATRASII Awarded a Certificate of Merit by the Horticultural Society of New York, Prices: in 214-inch pots, $3.60 per dozen; $26.00 per 100; $200.00 per 1000. 26 plants at 100 rates; 500 plants at 1000 rates. Orders delivered in rotation as received. NOW Ready for delivery, GEORGE GIATRAS, 463 Summit Ave., West Hoboken.N. J, SPECIALTIES. Rosct. from 3-in pots. Clirysantheiniiins Carnations for fall deliyery. Smllax. Violets IN BEST VARIETIES. Prices low. Send for list. Wood Brothers, ^^^l: the single flowers measuring 2% inches in diameter; his adiantums and other ferns are also in excellent condition. Ferrari Bros, had a fine' lot of Lilium longiflorum as well as Harrisii, just right for Easter; their roses as usual were of very fine quality and they have been growing quite a few gardenias this season. E. James of Elmhurst was in with a splendid lot of genistas and hydran- geas for Easter. F. Pelicano is adding another large greenhouse to his already extensive range. Vinca Variegata^. R. C. 90c. 58.00 per lao. Extra fine. DBLE. PETUNIA 2-in.$2 00 per 100 Sinllax,2io..$1.25 per 100. Abntllons, 3 kinds, 2-inch. 2^c. Cnpiiea, 2-in.. IHc Geraniiuns, Double Grant. Buchner Gen. Grant 2-in 2c Colens, 10 kinds. Ageratnni, 3 kinds. SI. 50 per lOO. Swainsonia alba. 2 in 2c SnapttraAon, white and scarlet. 2 in. 2c. Heliotrope, 'TeUow Daisies, 2 in. 2c. Rose Geranium, 2 in. 2c. &al- lerol Geranium, 2-in. 3c. Feverfew, double white, small plants, 75c; $6.00 per lOWl, Rooted Cuttings, prepaid per 100. Heliotrope, $1.00: Fuchsia, S kinds, $1.00: Paris Dalay, yellow white, $1.00; cuphea, 7Sc. Vinca Varleiata, 90c Colens, 10 kinds 60c; Altemantiiera.3 kinds.SOc Ageratnm. 3 kinds 60c: Swalnsona alba. $1.00: Dbl. Petunias, 10 kinds. $1.00. Cash with order. BYER BROS., Chanibersburg, Pa. Send for Price List of Ferns, Araucarias, Palms, Asparagus, and Bedding Plants. ALSO Wire tIanginjS BasKcts: B. U. AU6SPURGER & SONS CO., Boi 778 PEORIA, ILL. WeU Rooted Carnation Cuttings ^ , Per 100 Per 1000 Ejichantress $2 00 $18 00 Sarah Hill, white 4 00 35 00 LawsoD Enchantress, pink 2 50 20 00 LawsoD, pink 2 00 15 08 W, H. Taft. red 4 50 40 00 Beacon, red 3 00 25 00 Victory, red 2 50 20 00 Laweon, yarierated 2 50 20 OC Cash with order or C. O. D. SCHEIDEN a SCHOOS, 517 Asbury Aye.. Eveuiston. lU. Schwerin Bros, had a very fine lot of azaleas and ericas. Visitors: A. Ringier of W. W. Barnard & Co., Chicago; Wm. Hert- rich, head gardener at H. E. Hunt- ington's place at San Gabriel, Los Angeles, on his way home from a trip through the east; Chas. C. Navlet of San Jose, who reports business as fairly good. p. igio. The American Florist. 507 Pelargonium NOVELTIES. From 214-in. pots, each, 25c; doz., $2.50. 1 each of 6 vars., .$1.35; 3 each, .'f3.66. Emanuel Lias— Mottled rose and white. King Haakon — Purple, dark blotch on lower petals. King of Spain — Reddish purple, light center. Ladas — Blush pink, upper petals blotched maroon. Lady Cliurcllill— Blush salmon. Prince Olaf— Orange scarlet. STANDARD SORTS. Extra strong 2V2-in-pots (ready for 3-in. )..$!. 50 $10.00 " 3 " " " " 4 " . 2.00 12.00 Countess— Clear salmon, white center. Dorothy — Rosy salmon, blotched dark maroon. Goldmine — Bright orange, one of the freest. Mme. Tltlbaut — white, blotched maroon and rose. Mme. Vibert — Fiery red, blotched maroon, edged pink. Mrs. R. Sandiford — Pure white, double. Marie Mallet — White, blotched maroon. Princess May — Salmon rose, maroon blotches. Sandiford'S Best — Beautiful pink, white margin. Sandiford's Wonder — Blotched white and red. Surprise — Fiery red, black blotches, white margin. Tommy Dodd — Lower petals blush, upper maroon and crimson. Mrs. Layal — The "Pansy Geranium." NEW YORK. All plants f.o.b. Western Springs. "Spring Book for Florists." Ask for it. CHICAGO- Rooted Carnation Cuttings For Immediate Delivery. (ENCHANTRESS, PERFECTION, BEACON, $3,00 per 100; $26.00 per 1000. I ROSE PINK ENCHANTRESS I and WINSOR, $2.50 per lOO; $30.00 per 1000. We can fill orders from 1000 to 100,000 and guarantee the stock. J. D. THOMPSON CARNATION CO., I JOLJET, ILl^ J GOOD, GLEAN, HEALTHY 2-inch Stock We have the following in surplus stock, a few thousand to dispose of: ROSES Per 100 Per 1000 Maid and Bride .$3.00 $25.00 My Maryland, Mrs. Jardine and Beauty $6.00 .50.00 J. A. Budlong, 37-39 Randolph street, CmCaBO. SP0K.4NE, Wash. — The Hoyt Bros. Co. report a 35 per cent increase in business over last year with prices about the same. There were plenty of plants and cut flowers, especially vio- lets. There was about an equal call for the various lines of plants, except cinerarias, which were not so popular. In cut flowers everything sold well except the bulbous stock which dragged somewhat. A good spirit pre- vailed among buyers who were look- ing for high grade stock. iVIrs. C. W. Ward Mrs. C. W. Ward is a perfectly formed flower, with full center; color, deep pink, several shades lighter than L,awson, deeper than Winsor; having strong, erect stems 24 to 36 inches in length. A vigorous, healthy grower, and has never shown disease of any kind. Price, Rooted Cuttings:— $2.00 per 12; $12.00 per 100; $100.00 per 1000; 25 at the 100 rate; 250 at the 1000 rate. Plants from 2-incli pots, $15.00 per 100. ALMA WARD ALL SOLD. Cottage Gardens Co., Inc. QUEENS, LONG ISLAND, N. Y. Geraniums Colevs 100 1000 S varieties, my selection. 2V5-in, pots, S3 00 $25 00 Asp. Sprengeri seedlings 100 7 00 Doable Petunias, , : 3 00 lOvarietiusof C»Iinas,3Hin. pots. Apr.l.. 4 CD 100 lOvarietics 2«-in pots. .'ipr. 1.... $2 00 400 Asp. Plumosus, ZU-in pots 2 00 Altemantheras, red and yellow. .\pr. 1. ... 2 00 Pansy Plants small .f2 50 per ICOD 50 Pansy Plants, large. Apr.l 150 -Cash. No C. O. D.- JOS. H. CUNNINGHAM, Delaware, O. PiNDLAY, O. — J. J. Waaland is erect- ing a violet house. ST. JOHN, N. B. — Homer S. Cruik- shank says that trade was about the same as last year, roses and carnations being most in demand, with bulbous stock least salable. There was no ap- preciable increase in prices. Fremont, Neb. — G. L. Welch has just purchased 17 acres of the Dock- stader land for an expansion of the nursery business. CROMWELL, CONN. — August Poehl- mann, Chicago, visited A. N. Pier- son's rose growing establishment March 9, during his eastern trip. 508 The American Florist. April 2, Cacti and Mexican Resurrection Plants We are in the heart of the cartus country, and furnish the healthiest open-grown stock, over fO varieties, to till- forciKn and domestic trade. 2S-page illustrated catalogue of Cacti free. Mexican Resurrection Plants. We arc strictly headquarters for tliis pK^nt and ship all over thcworld Good-sizeddormant plants, guaranteed to "resur- rect." 10(X).10.00: S.000at*8.50: lU.COO at .« 90. THE FRANCIS E. LESTER COMPANY, Dept. LS2. MessUa Park, N. M. Pansy Plants Large stocky plants in bud a"d bloom thp verv best strain at St. ^,5 per 100. «10.(X) per 1000: smaller plants $2.0T per loOn. Stocks, Dusty Miller. Verbenas, Phlox, Alys- sum, Heliotrope. Ageralums. Mme. Salleroi Ger- aniums, Asp. Sprengeri and Scarlet Sage, greenhouse. Florists all over the country are using it instead of rough manure. Pulverized Sheep Manure |\ Absolutely the best Sheep Manure on the market. Pure manure and noth- ing else. The best fertilizer for carnations and for liquid top-dressing. Unequalled for all field \ae, .Write for circular3 and prices. The Pulverized Manure Company 32 Union Stock Yards, Chicago USE BRICK'S PERFECT POT HANDLES AND HANGERS. Just tbe thing for faster. When crowded for space, will sustain the weight ol 100 lbs. Samples and prices on request. CHAS. A. KRICK, Greene*Ave.. Brooklyn, H. 1 Long Distance Telephone. 178 Bushwick. U you want to get the want you want to get, you want to get your want ad into \3ae I American! FLORIST Try It now Every ad''<;rtisement represents i genu'lae want'., jt It pays to arjiwer them. iS^&&R&&e«i4-ln., $2 per 100; 300 for $5. J. C. Schmidt, Bristol, Pa. PRIVET. 50,000 California privet and Ampelopsia Veltchil, field-grown. BenJ. Connell, Merch- antville. N. J. California privet. 10 to 15 Inches, branched, $10 per 1.000. Larger sizes at low rates. E. Y. Teas. Centerville. Ind. RHODODENDRONS. Rhododendrons. Jacs Smits. Ltd., Naar- den. Holland. RESURRECTION PLANTS. Resurrection Plants. — We are strictly head- quarters for the Mexican resurrection plant. and ship all over the world. Dormant plants, guaranteed to "resurrect," %2 per 100, delivered; $10 per 1,000; 5,000 at $8.50; 10.000 at $8; 1.000 weigh about 45 pounds. Also cacti. The Francis E. Lester Com- pany, Dept. L. S.. Mesilla Park, N. M. ROOTED CUTTINGS. Rooted cuttings; Heliotrope. $1 per 100; $S per 1,000; daisies, $1 per 100; Coleus, 70c. per 100; $6 per 1,000; Feverfew, $1.75 per 100; $10 per 1.000; petunias, $1.25 per 100; $10 per 1.000; salvias, $1 per 100; $8 per 1.000; alyssum, 80c per 100; ageratums, 60c per 100; $5 per 1.000. S. D. Brant. Clay Center. Kans. Rooted cuttings: Verbenas. 70c per 100; $6 per 1.000. Mums, $1.25 per 100; $10 per 1,000. Daisies, white and yellow, $1 per 100; $8 per 1.000. Alyssum. 80c per 100; $7 per 1.000. Feverfew, $1.25 per 100. $10 per ].000. Mme. Sallerol, $1.25 per 100; $10 per 1.000. C. Humfeld, Clay Center, Kans. Rooted cuttings, prepaid per 100: Hello- trope. $1. Fuchsias, 8 kinds. $1. Paris daisies. $1. Cuphea. 75c. Vinca var.. 90c. Coleus, 10 kinds. 60c Alternantheras, 3 kinds. 50c. Ageratum, 3 kinds^ 60c. Swaln- sona alba, $1. Dbl. petunias. 10 kinds. $1. Byer Bros.. Chambersburg, Pa. if Yofl Do Not Find Wliat Yoi Need in Our Ready Reference Department, Write Us About it 514 The American Florist. April 2, ROSIS. Roses, Crimson Rambler, 2-yr., own roots. (2 per (Joz.; $15 per 100; 2-yr., budded. $2 per doz.; $16 per 100; 3-yr., budded, $3 per doz.; $18 per 100; 4-in., $10 per 100. Tausendschon. 2-yr., dormant, grafted, $3.50 per doz.; $25 per 100. Lady Gay, 2-yr., dormant, $3 per doz.; $20 per iOO. Am. Beauty, budded, $2 per doz.; $15 per 100; Gen. Jack. Mrs. Laing, $1.75 per doz.; $14 per 100; Paul Neyron, $2 per 100; $15 per 100; John Hopper, Pisher Holmes, $1.75 per doz.; $14 per 100; Gen. "Washington, Gruss an Teplltz. $2 per doz.; $15 per 100. Vaugh- an's Seed Store. Chicago and New York. Roses. White Klllarney. R. C, $6.60 per 100; $60 per 1,000; 2^4-ln., $8.60 per 100; $76 per 1,000. Pink Killarney, R. C, $4 per 100; $35 per 1,000; 2%-in., $6 per 100; $66 per 1,000; My Maryland, R. C, $4 per 100; $36 per 1,000; 2^4-in., $6 per 100; $55 per 1,000. Richmond, 2%-ln., $5.60 per 100; $60 per 1,000. Brides, 3% -In., $6 per 100; $46 per 1,000. Am. Beauties, R. C, $4 per 100; $35 per 1,000; 2^4-ln., $7 per 100; $65 per 1,000. Poehlmann Bros. Co., Morton Grove, 111. ROSE PLANTS, 2>4-INCH POTS. 100 1000 American Beauty $6 $45 Kaiserin 4 35 Mrs. Jardlne 5 45 Killarney 6 45 Bride 3 25 Bridesmaid 3 26 Richmond 3 25 WIETOR BROS. 51 Wabash Avenue. Chicago. Roses, 1,000 Helen Gould, 300 Pink Baby Ramblers. 600 Newport Fairy, 1,000 Dorothy Perkins, 12c. 2,000 Tausendschon. 20c. Sweetheart, Trier, Lady Gay, La Fiamma, Debutante, Hiawathia, Taunus. 12c. The Dingee & Conard Co., West Grove, Pa. Roses, grafted and own root, Killarney, Richmond, My Maryland, White Killarney, Kaiserin, Bride and Bridesmaid. W. H. Elliott. Brighton. Mass. Roses, on own roots, budded, bedding, H. Ps.. hybrids and teas. W. & T. Smith Co., Geneva, N, Y. Taft rose, 2%-ln., $16 per 100. J. M. Mc- Cuilough's Sons Co., 316 Walnut St., Cin- cinnati, O. Beauty roses, 2%-in., $6 per ioo! Perle, 2%-ln., $3 per 100. J. F. Ammann, Ed- wardsville. 111. Roses. Brld^] Maid. Golden Gate. 3-ln., $5 per 100. Geo. M. Emmans. Newton . N. J. Roses. Newport Fairy, 50c each; $20 per 100. Julius Roehrs Co., Rutherfo rd. N. J. Roses. 2-yr. bench Richmond. 7c! W~W Coles, Kokomo, Ind. Rose geraniums, strong, 2i,4-in., $2.50 per 100. Chas. Frost. Kenilworth, N. J. Roses, leading varieties. Leedle Floral Co., Springfield, Ohio. Rose Dorothy Perkins. Ellwanger & Barry, Rochester, N. Y. Roses. 3-in.. Wood Bros.. Fishklll. N. Y. SALVIAS. Salvias. Zurich and Bonfire and Drooping Spikes, 2^4-in., $2.50 per 100. Mosbaek Greenhouse Co.. Onarga. 111. Salvias, Clara Bedman and Burning Bush 2i4-in., $2 per 100. John Stone, R P D 3 Easton. Pa. Salvia Bavaria (the white Zurich) 1910 introduction. 2-in.. $1 per doz. J. L. Schil- ler. Toledo. O. SEEDS. HYBRID GERBERAS (Adnefs strain). Crop 1910. $9 per 1,000 seeds; $60 per 10,000 seeds, from the originator. Cash. Adnet, Antibes. France. Seeds, onion, lettuce, radish, sweet peas, etc. Pieters-Wheeler Seed Co., Holllster, Calif. ONION SETS. Choice, very sound, un- sprouted sets, yellow. $1.50; red. $1.60 per bu. of 32 lbs. Sluis Seed Store, 544 W. 63rd St.. Chicago. Seeds, sweet peas, for varieties and prices, see advertisement elsewhere in this issue. Weeber & Don, 114 Chambers St., New Yor k. Seeds, onion, lettuce, sweet peas, carrot, celery, leek, mustard, parsley, parsnip, rad- ish salsify. C. C. Morse & Co., 48-66 Jack- son St.. San Francisco. Calif. Seeds, beans, peas, sweet corn, onion, beet, turnip, etc. The Everett B. Clark Seed Co., Miltord, Conn.; East Jordan, Mich.; Sister Bay. Wis. Seeds. Phoenix Roebelenil. Sander, Bruges, Belgium. Seeds, Phoenix Roebelenl. Sander, T. Mellstrom, Representative, 235 Broadway, New York. Seeds, specialties: Stocks, pansies, cycla- mens, etc. Pape & Bergemann, Quedlinburg, Germany. Seeds, Cauliflower Danish Snowball, $6.50 per lb. Cabbage Danish Ballhead, 50c per lb. Dltlev Ejtzholtz & Co., Rlnge. Denmark. Seed, pansy, 1.000 seeds. 25c; 1 oz.. $2.26. H. Wrede. Luneburg, Germany. Seeds, sweet peas. Christmas Pink and Denzer, $2 lb. Chas. H. Totty, Madison, N. J. Seeds, all kinds. Bridgman's Seed Ware- house. 37 E. 19th St., New York. Seeds. Landretb Seed Establishment, Bloo msdale Farms, Bristol. Pa. Seeds. Vlck's Quality. James Vick's Sons, Rochester. N. Y. Seeds of all kinds. "W. W. Johnson & Son. Ltd.. Boston. Etigland. Seeds, all kinds. J. M. Thorburn & Co., 33 Barclay St., New York. Vegetable seeds, plants, sold direct. Cata- logue free. Gllck Seed Farms. L ancaster. Pa. Seeds. Bermuda onion. Federico C. Va- rela. TenerifCe, Canary Islands Seed, asters. Viok & Hill, Box 4613, Rochester. N. Y. Seeds, garden, field and flower. S. D.- Woodruff & Sons, 82-84 Dey St.. New York. Contract Growers. Seeds, asters, balsam, cyclamen, phlox. Primula sinensis, portulaca, verbena, zinnia, pepper, tomato, etc. Hasslach, Villa Mimosa, St. Remy de Provence. France. Seeds, peas, beans. Alfred J. Brown Seed Co.. Grand Rapids. Mich. Seeds, field, garden and flower. Rout- zahn Seed Co., Arroyo Grande. Calif. Seeds, sweet peas, tomatoes, Lima beans, lettuce, asters, cosmos and other flower seeds. John Bodger & Sons, Gardena, Calif. Seeds, beans, cucumber, tomato, radish, pea, muskmelon, squash, watermelon, sweet corn. S. M. Isbell & Co.. Jackson. M ich. Seeds, sweet peas. Anton Zvolanek, Boundbrook. N. J. Seeds, lettuce, onions, sweet peas, aster, cosmos, mignonette, verbena. Waldo Roh- nert. Gilroy. Calif. ^^^ Seeds. Cauliflower and cabbage. HJalmar Hartman & Co., 31 Barclay St.. New York, and 12 Stormgade, Copenhagen. Seeds, growers for the wholesale trade only. Braslan Seed Growers' Co., San Jose, Calif. California seed contracts. KImberlln Seed Co.. Santa Clara. Calif. SMILAX. Smllax, 2-in., $1.25 per 100. Byer Bros.. Chambersburg. Pa. Smilax. 2% -In.. $3 per 100. West End Greenhouses. Lincoln. 111. Smilax. Wood Bros.. Fishklll. N. Y. SPntEAS. Splrea Japonica, 6-ln., 2Bo each; $2.60 per doz. Vaughan's Seed Store. Chicago and N. Y . Splreas. J. Smits. Ltd.. Naarden. Holland. STEVIA. Stevla. R. C, prepaid, 75c per 100. Chas. Frost . Kenilworth, N. J. SWAINSONA. Swalnsona alba, 2-in., $2 per 100. R. Vln- cent, Jr., & Sons Co.. White Marsh, Md. TRITOMAS. Tritoma Pfltzeri, red hot poker plant. 6c each. Mosbaek Greenhouse Co.. Otiarga. 111. VEGETABLE PLANTS. Vegetable plants, beet. 20c per 100; $1.25 per 1,000. Egg plant. 40c per 100; $2 per 1,000. Pepper, Bull Nose. Sweet Mountain, Ruby King, 40c per 100; $2 per 1,000. To- mato, small plants, Earliana, Early Jewel, Dwarf Stone, Champion, Ponderosa, Match- less, 30c per 100; $2 per 1,000. Tomato, small plants. Stone, Paragon, Favorite. Suc- cess, 20c per 100; $1 per 1,000. R. Vincent, Jr., & Sons Co.. White Marsh, Md. Vegetable plants from seed bed, cabbage, cauliflower, celery, egg-plants, lettuce, pep- pers and tomatoes. Special prices In large quantities. Write If Interested. Mosbaek Greenhouse Co., Onarga, HI. VERBENAS. Verbenas, 2-in., $2 per 100; $18.50 per 1.000; 3-in., $3. R. Vincent, Jr., & Sons Co White Marsh, Md. " Lemon verbena, R. C, prepaid, 75c per 100. Chas. Frost, Kenilworth, N. J. Verbenas. J. L Dillon, Bloomsburg. Pa. VINCAS. Vlnca minor, the hardy vinca for ceme- tery planting and under trees, where grass will not grow; well rooted layers, $1.60 per 100; $10 per 1.000. E. Y. Teas. Centerville. Ind. Vlnca, 2%, 3 and 4-ln., $3. $6 and 17 per 100. West End Greenhouses. Lincoln, 111. Vinca variegata. 4-ln., $11 per 100. W. W. Coles, Kokomo, Ind. Vinca variegated, 2%-ln., $2.50 per 100. Mosbaek Greenhouse Co.. Onarga. 111. Vinca var.. R. C, prepaid. 75c per 100. Chas. Frost. Kenilworth. N. J. VIOLETS. VIOLETS. Baronne A. de Rothschild Is making good everywhere, as the most free and most fragrant single In cultivation. Size and stem equal to Princess, color a shade darker. Rooted runners or divisions, ready in April. Book your order now, at $6 per 100; $50 per 1,000. F. W. Fletcher Co.. Auburndale. M ass. Violets. Princess of Wales, $5 per 100. F. C. RIebe. Webster. Mass Violets. Wood Bros.. Fishklll, N. Y. WISTARIA. WISTARIA SINENSIS. Nice thrifty plants. $2.60 per 100; $20 per 1,000. Wagner Park Conservatories, Sidney, O. STOCK WANTED. Wanted. Good 2H-in. Boston ferns. Will exchange bedding stock or perennials for same. Mosbaek Greenhouse Co.. Onarga. HI. KNIVES. Razor steel, hand forged, postpaid. Propa- gating, 50c; budding, 35c; grafting. 25c: pruning. 75c. Cat. free. Maher & Grosch Co., 91 A St., Toledo. Ohio. Flower Growers' Market, 60 Wabash Ave., Chicago. MISCELLANEOUS. Plant bed cloth, waterproof sheeting, hay caps, etc. Henry Derby, 123 P, Chambers St.. N. Y. Revero garden hose. Revere Rubber Co.. Boston. Mass. Plllsbury's Carnation Staple, BOc per 1,000 postpaid. I. L. Plllsbury. Galesburg, 111. PHOTOGRAPHS. I make a specialty of photographing flowers, plants, etc. for reproduction. Let me submit samples and prices on material for the next" catalogue or circular. Special work to order at reasonable prices. Nathan R. Graves, 414 Hayward Bldg,, Rochester, N. Y. POTS, PANS, ETC. The Red Pot. C. C. Pollworth Co.. All roads connect with Milwaukee. Pots, florist red. Peters & Reed Pottery Co.. Zanesville, O. Pots. Syracuse red. Syracuse Pottery Co.. Syracuse, N. Y. STAKES. Cane Stakes. Standard grade 6 to 8 feet, per 100. 85c; 600 for $3; $6.60 for 1,000. Pipe stems about 6 feet, per 100, 60c; per 1,000. $5. Vaughan's Seed Store. Chicago. WIRE DESIGNS. Headquarters for wire work. Send for list. F. w. Ball, 31 E. 3rd St., Cincln- natl, O. Best. Cheapest. 160,000 designs always In stock. Quick delivery. Scranton Florist Supply Co., Scranton, Pa. WIRE HANGING BASKETS. WIRE HANGING BASKETS. 10-in. . .$1.25 per doz. 16-ln. . .$2.40 per doz. 12-ln... 1.75 per doz. 18-ln. . . 4.00 per doz. 14-ln. . . 2.00 per doz. Scranton Florist Supply Co.. Scranton. Pa. If Yoo Oo M Fini: Wiiat You Need in Our Ready Reference Deparfment, Wrife Us About It jgio. The American Florist. 515 APniNE WILL DESTROY RED SPIDER and THRIPS Also Green, Black and White Fly, Mealy Bug and Scale. "The proof of the pudding is In the eating thereof," Try Aphine Send for new Descriptive Circular, and names of our nearest selling agents. Aphine Manufacturing Co. MADISON, N. J. Mention the American Florist when writing IV Haa atoMl th« tut of aver a Qaartar of ■ Caatury. THOMSON'S Vine, Plant tnd Ve«etabl« MANURE DNUVALLID FOK Vinca, Tomatoca, Cucambera all FlaweriDc, Foliage and Frait bearini Placta, VagataMaa, Lawna, ate. Tha reault of many yaara practical exparienaa. mtncT FUVNT rOODS Sold by Leading Anaanoao Saadamaa. -ALSO- Thomaon's Special ChryaanthemniB tnd Topdresalng MAnure. Fralrht paid aa quaatitlai. WHta far ear •Mcialoffar ta tha Amaricaa trade, pamphlala, acaati' cjrcalara, ate. to (Ole makor*. WM. THOMSON S SONS, Ltd., TWMd Tlaeyard, ClOTcnforrit, Scotland Uention the American Florist when writing MISSION PLANT BOXES. Are the best and cheapest plant boxes in the market for large plants, boxwoods, bay trees, etc. They are attractive in de- siBn, strong and durable, Suit- able for either outdoor or in- door use. Write for prices. WAGNER PARK CONSERVATORIES, Sidney. Ohio. Mention the American Florist when writing Crimped Invisible Superior Carnation Staple (patent applied for,) Kor repairing split carnations. 1000 for 50 cents ! Postpaid. I. J. WAITE, 293 Main St., Springfield, Mas* Ammoniated Lawn Lime Kills Weeds. Makes Grass Grow. Applied as a light top dressing to lawns it kills all flat leaved weeds such as Dandelion, Daisy, Plantain, Sorrel, Chicltweed, Moss, etc., in 48 hours and without other fertilizer produces a wonderful, luxuriant, rich, green growth of lawn grass — which is distinctly noticable 50 feet away. The use of Ammoniated Lawn Lime supersedes hand weeding of lawns, putting greens, etc. It saves the grass from being pulled up and in many cases ruined. Grasses lake a new vigorous growth, avoiding probable trouble in the future. /^ j«j« If very weedy 1-lb. to 40 square feet, 25-lbs to 1000 \^Lla,rillLl6SI square feet, (20x60). Half to one-quarter amount if moderately weedy. ABSOLUTELY GUARANTEED. Jloney refunded if not satisfactory. We want Seedsmen or Florists as agents and distributors in every important city and town. l?pf-0'il Pflf^Q* 2-lb. cans, 25c, 50 cans per case. 5-lb. cans 60c, XX^ 1.0,11 X IIV^^O. 20 cans per case. Bags, 25-lbs. .$2.00; 60-lbs. $3.50; 100-lbs. $6.00; 1000-lbs. and over 5c per lb. Descriplive Circular and Wholesale Prices on Request. SUPERIOR CHEMICAL CO., (Incorporated.) Louisville, Kentucky. The ^^Meyer Green Sllkaline 99 ,1 BEST IN THEi,^ ^ iJOHNCMEYEiiil B0S10N,MAS5: ' is the only Green Thread that should be used by florists and growers. It is guaranteed full weight and full measure. Also Violet Thread for tying up Vio- lets. Price of both, $1.25 per lb. express or freight paid in good sized orders. JOHN C. MEYER & CO., i449 Middlesex St., LoweH, Mass. [Evergreen Brand Flower Fertilizer. A Pure Plant Food immediately available. It permanently enriches the soil. It prevents the onslaught of plant diseases or insect pests. Can be used at any time during the growing season, dry or in solution. Put up in I 12 pound cans, Price, $2.00 each. For Sale by Leading Jobbers Further information can^be obtained from D. D. JOHNSON CO., Manufacturers, 64-56 Wabash Ave., CHICAGO. | »■•• The Mastin Automatic Whitewash and Spraying Machine Is Reliable, Practical and Durable The tank is made of galvanized sheet steel, and in brass. The pump is of brass throuchout. simple and powerful. The mixioe device keeps the contents of the tank well stirred up from start to finish. When the machine is filled to within six inches of the top. a few strokes of the pump will compress enough air in the tank to produce a continuous mist-like spray for 15 minutes. All parts are made to gauge and may be had for repairs. Ask vour d.-ak" about our Extension Hose, Extension Rods, and the Mastin Whitewash Nozzle for Bordeaux mixture. Sold through Seedsmen, Dealers in Florists' and Poultry Supplies. J. G. MASTIN fi CO., 3124 West Lake St., CHICAGO, ILL. 516 The American Florist. April 2, ^S B Grates shake easy — shaker arm is a power- ful lever — grates smash tho clinkers and do not jam— no bolts or (tratecoDnections to burn off. LORD AND BURNHAM CO. IRVINGTON. N. Y. New York. Boston. Philadelphia. Chicago. WILKS' Hot Water Boilers AKK THE MOST ECONOMICAL Boiler for Greenhouses Mo Nl^t Flreniaa KeqnirM wltkonr SELF-FEEDING HOT WATER BOILERS. Send for Catalog and Prices. S. WILKS MFG. CO., U03 Shields Ave. CHICAGO. Fruits Ripened by Chemicals. The ripening of fruits is essentially a chemical process. Everyone is fa- miliar with the fact that even the sweetest fruits may be sour or astrin- gent until they are nearly ripe. When they are full grown, or "full" as the grower often expresses it, a gradual change occurs. The tannin, starches and other constituents of the fruits are slowly turned to sugars by a process akin to digestion in animals if, indeed, it is not exactly like it. This being the case, says the American Botanist, many experiments have been under- taken to advance or retard the ripen- ing process. In fruits, such as the banana, that have to go a long way to market, they are usually picked be- fore they are ripe, and, since they will carry best in the green condition, no effort is made to hurry their ripening. On the contrary the ripening process is retarded. At the end of their jour- ney, however, it is often desirable to ripen them at once. This is accom- plished in some fruits by exposure to the sunshine, or by heating. A writer in Science mentions a new and very successful method which consists in exposing the green fruits to the fumes of various chemicals. Benzoic and salicylic acids produce results at once, but the most potent agent thus far found is acetic acid. By exposing ^een dates to the fumes of this acid for 12 hours, the experimenter was able to ripen them in three days. Since the ripe fruit of the date deteriorates The ior Standard RETURN FLUE FIRE BOX BOILER contains more heating surface, and less water space tlian any otiier steel boiler. ^ of tlu- heating,' surface is in the tubes. Ask t It e man that knows the one using differe n t style boilers —names are yours for the asking. After using our boiler one season, you will say like all others: Nothing but "Superior" for me. This boiler has given better satisfaction than any other boiler on the market MADE IN NINE (9) SIZES FOR HOT WATER. Send for catalogue and list of growers that are using tills boiler. THE SUPERIOR MACHINE & BOILER WORKS, 840 -850 Superior St., Chicago. SEE HOW WELL THEY LIKE ME 150 Niw Establishments with 2,158,006 Square feet of (lass hare installed this boiler in 1906. Ask for list of tscrt and iet acaBalnted witb tke men who know. Catalofue and prices ob application. KROESCHELL BROS. CO., ^^^.^iSTco^* Use Mr patent Iroi Bench FIttinss and Roof Supports. ^ IMPROVED; THE JENNINGS IRON GUTTER. IMPROVED VAPORIZING PANS For Tobacco Extracts, etc Saod fordrcnlars. DILLER. C4SKEY & KJBEN, ft. W. CWMT Oxth and Berk Streets PHn.ADELJ>HIA VEKTIUTIIIG APPARATUS. DAYLITE Glass Cleaner Will not injure paint or putty ANDERSEN SPECIALTY CO., 4648 Calumet Ave., Quick, == Powerful. Leaves no Greasy Snrface. Per gal. 25 to 50 gallons $0 70 5to25 gallons 8» Less 1 00 CHICAGO. Phone Oakland 845. very rapidly it cannot be sent to market in the fresh state, but the new process will allow it to be sent green and ripened at the end of the journey. The process is probably ap- plicable to many of the perishable fruits of the tropics. Gkadyville, Pa. — Howard Kellar of Falls of Schuylkill, Philadelphia, has purchased the Jesse R. Baker farm here and will engage in raising truck and flowers for the local and city mar- kets. Mr. Keller is a former resident of Glen Mills, but for three years past has been engaged in gardening at Falls of Schuylkill. He expects to erect sev- eral greenhouses on his new property during the coming season. Steel ReturnTubularBoilers The Most Economical Type of Boiler for Greenhouse Heating. Highly recommended bj- well-known florists. JOHNSTON HEATING CO., ",?eh^ ^'ork'*- Mention the American Florist when icriting Holly Standard Circulator bu6T and watch results. SUB-TARGET GUN COMPANY Steatn EDeineerin? Department, aiO HiAb street BOSTON. MASS. tgio. The American Florist. 517 Why Not? repair your split or lealcy pipes with Ideal Pipe Clamps Manufactured by WM. MOLL, 1664ColainbusRd., CLEVELAND, O. Holds Glass Firmly See the Point tS" PECRLESS Glazing* Points are the belt. No rights or lefta. Box of 1,000 poiDti 75 ou. poitpald. HENRT A. DREEB. 7M CIloMBat St., nils., Fv SIEBERrS ZINC Nevei Rast GLAZING POINTS Aw positlvelT the best. Last lorever. Orer 30.000 pounds DOW in use. A sure preveotative of tiats slipping. Effective on large or small glass. Imy to drive. Easy to extract. Two sizes ^^and H.40C per lb. by mail 16c extra: T Ibe. for (2.50 15 lbs. for $5.00. by express. For sale by the trade. RANDOLPH a McCLEMENTS, Successors to Chis. T. Slebert. Banm 5 Beatty Sta.. Plttebara . Grand Rapids, Mich. There is no question that the Easter just passed was one of the most re- markable on record. First, it has been so unseasonably warm and dry, and certainly it .was a good thing that Easter came so early, as lilies could not have been held back much longer. As it was, thousands just simply would not stand up, but drooped and with- ered with the excessive heat. It made deliveries much easier than other years as no wrapping was necessary. It has been the most successful Easter ever known here from every point of view, and a complete financial success. The warm weather made everyone think of flowers and they bought. A few more lilies could have been sold if they were to be had, but with this exception there was enough to fill all orders. Bulb stock sold well, and bulbs in pans went fast. Plants sold much better than in other years. Taking Easter as a whole the volume of business was at least one-fourth larger than that of last year. Reports are in from Henry Smith, Eli Cross, Alfred Hanna & Sons, Grand Rapids Greenhouse Co., Wm. Cunningham, Crabb & Hunter, J. Schols, Wealthy Avenue Floral Co., Crescent Avenue Foral Co., and H. Danhoff. All say they are very well satisfied. B. S. CINCIXNATI, O. — The Bloomhurst Floral Co. has bought the grounds made famous by W. K. Partridge, at Lockland. Some months ago, follow- ing an assignment made by the lat- ter, who was ruined through a inail- storm wrecking his greenhouses, the property was bought by John Mueller, of Lockland. The latter has trans- ferred his interest to the floral com- Attentionll Glass BuyersII GREENHOUSE GLASS. Yon will save money if you obtain our prices be&>re you baj. Quality A. No. 1. Prompt shipmeots. Hooker's Greenhouse White Painf The most durable white paint for this purpose. Half barrels, (26 gallons), pes jpal. $1.36. 6 gal. paUs, per gal. $1.40 H. M. HOOKER COMPANY, WHOLESALE GLASS AND PAINTS, ''°"giSl?o?4994°"' 651-659 Washington Boulevard, GHIGA60. Steam Traps The Morehead Return Steam Trap is specially designed and constructed for greenhouse steam heating plants. It fills the dual capacity of steam trap and feed water pump. It will create conditions enabling the florist to grow better flowers; save on fuel, water and labor bills, and derive general all around satisfaction from the installation. Send for "Florist Trap Book." MOREHEAD M'F'G. CO., Dept. N, Detroit, Mich. Saves I0to257oof the coal your boiler is using. Positive guarantee given Send for circular "N" and our famous Lecture on Combustion. U. S. ROCKING GRATE BAR CO., 77 Jackson Boulevard, GHIGAGO. Tlie Standard Steam Trap Has established a record for above that of any other trap for florists; being very simple, dur- able and easily taken care of. Catalogues of the Trap, Duplex Gutter, and Standard Ventilat- ing Machinery, mailed free upom application. E. HIPPARD, Youngstwn, pany for $7,500. The corporation was recently incorporated at Columbus. The realty consists of 13 lots on Farrer and Ruffner avenues. Bldora, Ia. - — The J. S. Polland Floral Co. will erect a number of greenhouses shortly. Plant Bed Cloth For Florists Gardeners. Truck Farmers, etc. Protects from frost. Best shade in summer. Sold by leading st-edsmen. Waterproof Sheeting, Hay Caps, Etc. HENRY DERBY, 123 F. Chambers St.. New York- 518 The American Florist. April 2, 100 Live Goldfish Free. We arc giving away. FREE of all charee. to one florist in each town. 100 live, healthy Goldfish. The florist can give one Fish to each customer as a premium and thereby increase his regular sales. The majority of people who never handled Goldfish have the mistaken idea that Goldfish die very rapidly and are a great care. Handir fish as we instruct and you will not Irsc two out of a hundred and they will be but little care. There is nothing that you can put in your window that will attract more attention than Goldfish. Special Offer— Here is a Profit for You. INVEST $16.00 IN OUR NO. COMBINATION 10, AND REALIZE $30.65 — CONTAINS THE FOLLOWING — All kuids of Goldfish for sale. 12 10c Globes, 1 pint 12 25c Globes, H-gal. 6 50c Globes, l-irai. 1 box Febbles, 1 Oc Free with each outfit: 100 lOcFish 25 15c Fish 6 loc bunches Moss 48 lOc boxes Fish food 100 Fish to St 11 or eive away. 250 circulars. One dip net. One book "How to Breed and Care for Goldfish."' 1 S1.00Globe.2gal. 1 $1.25 Globe, 2H gal. 6 Castles, $1.50 3 Small Castles, 45c Imported and American Goldfish, from $2.00 up per 100. We Manufacture Window Aquariums. Send for Catalogue. The Auburndale Goldfish Company, New No. 920 W. Ranilolph St„ Chicago, Superior Quality. Hand Made. Greenhouse Glass why not buy the best. Write ns for discounts. We can save money for you. BAUR WINDOW GLASS CO. Eaton, Indiana. Gorham & Chapline Printcry i-. %^,^'^^l HALFTONES, ENGRAVINGS and FRINTING FOR FLORISTS. 358 Dearborn Street, CHICAGO. The Dangerous House Fly. The followinpr circular has been sent out by the Merchants' Association's committee on pollution of the waters of New York: Flies are the most dangerous insects we have. They are much more dangerous than bees or hornets; these may sting- you, and the sting is painful, but you soon get over the pain. Flies do much more harm than this. They walk over filthy places like sewers and garbage cans, and after eatine the filthy food which they find there, they come into your house and walk on the food you eat. carrying on their feet the tiny germs which live in filth just as you live in a house. These germs are not only filthy and disgusting, but many of them cause such diseases as typhoid fever. Cholera Infantum and summer complaint. When the flies bring them from some dirty place to your food or leave some of them when they crawl on your face or hands, you may swallow these germs without knowing it and be taken III with one of these diseases. So the fly that seems so harmless may do you much more harm than a bee or a hornet. Your parents should place screens at their doors and windows during the warm weather, to keep the flies out of the house. If they cannot screen all the rooms, they should screen those In which food Is kept; and If anyone la sick In the house, flies should be kept from the sick-room, so that thev may not carry germs from the sick person to the rest of the family. Children may help to keep flies from swarming In and around houses, and from carrying germs of sickness from one person to another. In the first place, they should not buy candy, fruit or other food which Is left in front of stores or anywhere else where flies may feed and walk on it. Files lay their eggs chiefly in stable manure, and If this is left without screens or other < overs to keep he flies away, great num- bers will be hatched in every stable. If you know of stores where food is not cov- ered from flies, or of stables that have swarms of them around, get your father or mother to write to the board of health about them, and the board will make the store-keepers or stablemen obey its rules. But before you report other people for being careless and dirty and so making It possible for flies to become a nuisance, bo sure that your own house is clean and that no garbage cans or boxes are left uncovered to attract flies. This Kills Mildew Every Time. For particulars write BENJAMIN DORRANCE, RoseGroweis, Dorranceton, Penna. A STIC A U5EITN0W> F.O. PIERCE CO. 12 W. BROADWAY NEW YORK MASTICA is elastic and tenacious, admits of expansion and contraction. Putty becomes bard and brittle. Broken glass more easily rsmore^ wittaMit breakiof of otlier class, as occurs with putty . LASTS LONOBR THAN PUTTY. Baay to apply. are easy to kill Tvith The fumigating Kind Tobacco Powder $3.00 per bag 100 lbs. Satisfaction guaranteed or money back; why try cheap suliBtitutea that makers do not dare to guarantee ? , THE H. A, STOOTHOFF CO., MOUNT VERNON, H. T. Roles for Deallns: With the Fly Nuisance. Keep the flies away from the sick, es- pecially those ill with contagious diseases. Kill every fly that strays Into the sick room. His body is covered with disease germs. Do not allow decaying material of any sort to accumulate on or near your prem- ises. All refuse which tends In any way to fermentation, such as bedding, straw, paper waste and vegetable matter should be dis- posed of or covered with lime or kerosene oil. Screen all food. Keep all receptacles for garbage care- fully covered and the cans cleaned or sprinkled with oil or lime. Keep all stable manure In vault or pit, screened or sprinkled with lime, oil or other cheap preparation. Iron Reservoir Vases AND Lawn Settees Manufactured by McDonald BROS., COLUMCS, O. The largest manu- facturers of these goods in America Send for catalogue Carman's INSECTICIDE AND FUNGICIDI For the Garden, Orchard andGreenhoase Non-poisonous and harmless to vegetation. Kills Green riy. Aphides, Bark Lice, Thrlps Mealy Bug, Red Spider. Scale, wire worms, Ants and SIo^s. This is the grower's Friend. Handy to use, cheap and effective, mix © readily in #ater. Destroys all insect pests and keeps down filth. Circulars on appli- cation. $1.S0 per gallon. Also in quarts, half gallons and in bulk, PERPECTION CHEMICAL CO., FLUSHING, N. Y. THE BEST Bug Killer and Bloom Saver For FSOOr Write (• P. R. PALETMORPE COMPANY, Owensboro, Ky Cover food after a meal; burn or bury all table refuse. Screen all food exposed for sale. Screen all windows and doors, especially the kitchen and dining room. Don't forget. If you sec flies, their breed- ing place is in nearby filth. It may be be- hind the door, under the table or in the cuspidor. If there is no dirt and fllth there will be no flies. If there Is a nuisance In the neighbor- hond write at once to the health depart- mett. igio. The American Florist. 519 I^OI^ 46 95 HEWS STANDARD POTS POT MAKERS FOR 140 YEARS WORLDS LARGEST MANUFACTURERS Pearson Street, LONG ISLAND CITT, N.Y. WRITE FOR CATALOG AND DISCOUNTS. A. H. HEWS & CO. Established CAMBRIDGE, 176S. MASS. 452-460 No. Branch St., CHICAGO ILL. THE ART OF Floral.... Arrangement. The first special newspaper in the world for floral arrangement. 400 Partially Colored lllust'-atlons Annually. specimen number free. Subscription, $2.90 yearly. BINDEKUNST-VERLAG, J. Olbertz, ERFURT, GERMANY. Now is the Time To Subscribe to the Horticultural Trade Journal Published weekly. The Largest Brightest and Best British Trade Publication, Also THE INTERNATIONAL EDITION Publisbed quarterly. Annual sub- scription for weekly and Quarterly numbers. One Dollar. (Interna- tional money order). Subscribe today and keep in touch with European markets and topics. The Horticultural Printing Company, BURNLEY. ENGLAND. Florists' Refrigerators Write us for catalog and prices, stating size you require, and for what kind of cut flowers you wish to use the refrigerator; also state whether you wish it for display or only for storage. McCray Refrigerator Co 960 Mill Street, KENDALLVILLE, IND Mention the American Florist when writing CUT FLOWER BOXES EDWARDS FOLDING BOX COj MANUFACTURERS PHILADELPHIA. PA. Mention the American Florist when writing Kramer's Pot Hangers For sale by Wholesale Seedsmen, Flprists and Supply Dealers. Price, $1.00 per doten by express. Sample dozen by mail, $i,25. 1. N. KRAMER & SON, Cedar Rapids, Iowa NEPONSET PAPER POTS. J HEADQUARTERS w...rp™ ,. VAIGHAN'S SEED STORE, Don't Break, _, . ^ Cost Little. Cliicago and New Yoric. j SYRACUSE / RED POTS/ Prompt shipments ^oar anteed. We have a lar^e stock of well made and well burned pots on hand for the trade of 1910. Our terms are as sood as the bast. Our cataloeue on application. SYRACUSE POTTERYCO. I SYRACUSE, N. Y. Mention the American Florist when writing Those Red Pots "STANDARDS" Full size and wid. bottoms. BULB PANS and AZALEA POTS DETROIT FLOWER POT M'F'Y HARRY BALSLEY, Detroit. Mich. Rep. 490 Howard St. Standard Flower Pots ForositT and Strength Uasurpflssed. Writs for prices, A. F. KOHR 2934-36-38 Uavitt St., CHICAGO BROOKLYN, N. Y. — Benjamin Kim- ball, a retired florist, died March 21 of general debility at his home, 151 Sterling place. He was born in Can- ada 96 years ago and is survived by a son and three daughters. Standard Flower Pots! Packed in small crates, easy to handle Price per crate 1500 2-in., in crate, $4,88 1500 2^ " 5.25 1500 2H " 6.00 1000 3 '■ 5.00 800 3H ■■ 5.80 500 4 •■ 4.50 456 4H " 5.24 320 5 ■• 4,51 210 5H ■• 3 78 Price per crate 144 6in., in crate, $3.16 120 7 " 4.20 60 8 " 3.00 HAND MADB 48 9in.. in crate. $3 60 4.80 3.60 4.80 4,80 4.50 Send for price 4g 10 24 11 24 12 12 14 6 16 Seed pans, same price as pots, list of Cylinders for Cut Flowers, Haneine Baskets, Lawn Vaies, etc. Ten per cent off for cash with order. Address HILFINGER BROS. rOTTERT: Fort Edward. N.T. or August Rolker & Sons. New York Agents 31 Barclay Street, New York City. Mention the American Florist when writing All The Clay FOR OUR Florists' Red Pots Is prepared by passing thioue-h a screen 1600 meshes to the square inch. If in a hurry for pots order from us. We ship over five lines of railroad by river or interurban. Write for catalogue showing all the articles we make for florists' use. THE PETERS & REED POTTERY CO. ZANZSVILLE, OHIO. GEO. KELLER & SON, Manufacturer! of Red Pots Before buylae write tor prices. 2614- 2*22 Hemdon St., CHirAGO. mention The American Flo rm when you order stocii. lit: Always 520 The American Florist. A-bril The Allied Trades Descriptive particulars— with drawings or photographs, If possible— of any new appa- ratus or device which may prove helpful to the trade are solicited for this department. The Auburndale Goklflsh Co., Chi- cago, reports an excellent season in its line with the demand still good. Flor- ists who carry goldfish, and the num- ber is increasing steadily, say this is quite a satisfactory side line and one which fits into their general business admirably. No Nitrogen Famine Imminent. In a recent letter to the Boston Transcript, W. H. Bowker refers to the nitrogen supply as follows: "Do not get alarmed over the nitro- gen supply. No 'nitrogen famine' is im- minent, and none in my judgment, pos- sible; it is unthinkable, for without nitrogen the world would starve — and the world is not going to starve this year, or 50 years hence, notwith- standing Sir William Crookes' predic- tion. "Since Sir William Crookes wrote his book on 'The Wheat Problem,' some 10 years ago, there have been great strides made in the utilization of nitrogen from by and waste prod- ucts, and also some recent discoveries touching the utilization of atmospheric nitrogen, which bid fair to be com- mercial successes; in fact, the fertil- izer industry is now using a product known as 'lime nitrogen,' which is obtained from the atmosphere. They are also manufacturing on a commer- cial scale nitric acid from the air, in Norway, which is done there success- fully and which can be done success- fully wherever there is cheap and abundant electric power. "Within a week, an optimist of the type of Colonel Sellers called at my of- fice and showed me samples of nitrate of soda and nitrate of potash which lie said were made from the nitrogen of Boston. They were the goods all right. I told him that if his process was commercially feasible and com- paratively inexpensive, there were mil- lions in it, and we would erect a monu- ment to him on Boston Common. He is working for the millions, and will no doubt be pleased to have the monu- ment thrown in; but if he does not succeed, some one else will. "In addition to these new discover- ies, great strides have been made in bacteria culture, which will insure the growth of clover and other nitrogen- gathering crops. "I sincerely believe that even if we do not succeed in tapping the great reservoir of nitrogen in the air there will be no nitrogen famine, because of the organic and mineral sources still available, more especially, the nitro- gen which is contained in coal and which is now being rapidly saved as a by-product in gas and coke works. There are coals which are known to contain as much as 30 pounds of nitrogen to the ton, and if it could all be saved, they would be worth more for nitrogen than as fuel." Stanford, N. Y. — ^Willard Heer- mans has purchased the violet house owned by Wesley Pink and took pos- session April 1. Providence, R, I. — The park com- missioners ask for an appropriation for greenhouses in their annual re- port, saying that much money would be saved by raising their own bedding and other stock. Curved Eavc You see what a fine piece- of con- struction this Curved Eave of ours is. The roof bars are small, and the cur- ved part is cut from the solid wood with metal backinR uxtendine to the sill. The rafters are so narrow and neatly framed in. that you scarcely notice them. The glass is 24 inches wide: the sill and gutter are combined in one. It has proven such a success tliat most of our private orders are being built this way. Send for our special Curved Eave circular. Hitchings & Co. ELIZABETH, N. J. New York— 1170 Broadway. HOT BED SASH Louisiana Red Cypress Hot Bed Sash 20,000 Glazed Hot Bed Sash, painted, 3x6 ft., 1st quality soft Pine Each % 1.50 40,000 Glazed "Louisiana Red Cypress" sash, 3x6 ft., best quality Each 1.65 Complete Hot Bed Outfits, including subframe, top frame and sash, 6x6 ft., 34-in. deep Each 7.98 BOILERS! BOILERS! 5 - 72x20 Tubular Boilers. 2 - 64x14 Tubular Boilers. 2 - 42x10 Fire Box Boilers. 2 - 72x18 Tubular Boilers. 3 - 42x12 Tubular Boilers. 1 - 36x12 Fire Box Boiler. 6 - 60x16 Tubular Boilers. 2 - 36x10 Tubular Boilers. 1 - 36x10 Fire Box Boiler. 1 - 60x14 Tubular Boiler. 2 - 48x14 Fire Box Boilers. 2 - 30x 8 Fire Box Boilers. 2 - 54x16 Tubular Boilers. 3 - 48x12 Fire Box Boilers. All of the above in good condition, for heating service only. Large Stock of Standard Pipe, all sizes, will be cut to any length. All kinds of "BuUding Material," "Structural Iron," "Soil Pipe," "Hose," etc., at a saving to you of at least one-third. Send lor our now 500-page Catalog No. 47. Froo upon rei|uest. CHICAGO HOUSE WRECKING CO., 35th and Iron Sts., Chicago. I King Iron Frame. Minimum Shade. Maximum Strength. "ASK THE MAN WHO HAS ONE" Cochrane & McKay, Chicaso. 111., two 21 ft. by 141 ft, H. E. Asplin. Rocky River. O., 54 ft. by 175 ft. Wm. Kriegler Lansing. Mich... 28 ft. by 100 ft. C. F. Maler. Denver, Colo., two 21 ft. by 100 ft. F. Teeerler. Denver. Colo.. 25 ft. by 125 ft. C. Brehmer. Chillicothe. O., 42 ft. by 175 ft. F. Witthuhn. Cleveland. O.. 30 ft. by 66 ft. F. F. Crump. Colorado Sprisea, Colo., 21 ft. by 150 ft. F. HolberK, Denver. Colo.. three 25 ft by 125 ft. Walla Walla Floral Co., Walla Walla. Wash., two 32 ft. bv 100 ft. Less Expensive to Erect Than Wood King Construction Co., North Tonawanda, N. Y. The Regan Printing House LABGI RDNS OF CATALOGUES OTTIEV. tBZ>EIC3X.A.Xifr''Z' wuTi roi ncuRis. 91 Plymouth fiace, CUCAGO Wired Toothpicks 10 000. $1.75: 50.000, $7.50. Maauiactared by WJ.COWEE, BERLIN, N.T. Sample free. For sale by dealers. Flomst RmBrica is "the Prniv of the UesseI; there may be mare comfort Rmidships, but we are the first to touch Unknawa Seas.' Vol. XXXIV. CHICAQO AND NEW YORK, APRIL 9, 1910. No. 1140 The/^erican Florist TWENTT-PIFTH YEAR. Copyright, 1910, by American Florist Company. Entered as Second-Class Matter Nov. 11, 1891, at the Post Office at Chicago, Illinois, under act of March 3, 1879. Published Evert Saturday bt AMERICAN FLORIST COMPANY, 324 Dearborn St., Chicago, Long Distance Phone : Harrison 7465. Eastern Offlce : 1 133 Broadway, New York. miladelphla, Pa.: Robt. KUt, 1 725 Chestnut St. Registered Cable Address : Ameflo, Chicago. Subscription, United Sutes and Mexico, $1.00 a year; Canada, $2.00; Europe and Countries in Postal Union, $2.50. Subscriptions accepted only from the trade. Vol- umes half yearly from August, 190i. Address all correspondence, subscriptions, etc., American Florist Co., 3^4 Dearborn St., Chicago. SOCIETY OF AMERICAN FLORISTS AND ORNAMENTAL HORTICULTURISTS. Officers — F. R. Pierson, Tarrytown, N. Y., Pres.; Fred W. Vick. Rochester, N. Y., Vice- Pres.: H. B. I3orner. Urbana, III.. Sec'y: Wm. F. K.^sting. Buffalo, N. Y.. Treas. Next meeting at Rochester. N. Y.. .August. 1910. Second National Flower Show. Boston. Mass., March, 1911. THE AMERICAN CARNATION SOCIETY. Next annual convention and exhibition at Boston. Mass., March 1911 Fred. Burki, Pittsburg, Pa.. President; A. F. J. Baur. Thirty- eighth St. and Senate Ave.. Indianapolis. Ind.. Secretary. AMERICAN ROSE SOCIETY. Next annual meeting and exhibition at Bos- ton. March 1911. Wm. H Ei.i.iott. Bright n. Mass , President; A. F.\renwald, Roslyn. Pa. Vice President Benjamin Hammond,- Fishcill OD-Hudson. N. Y., Secretary. AMERICAN PEONY SOCIETY. SeveDtb annual meeting at Horticultural Hall.. Boston Mass . June 19i0. B. H. Farr Reading. Pa., Pres.; A. H. Fewkes. Newton Highlands. Mass, Sec'y. Turn Your Surplus Stocks Into Cash By Advertising in the Ready Reference Department. See Page 559. HALF HOUR CHAPTERS FOR FLOWER GROWERS Forg:et-Me-Nots. The increasing heat and sunlight are not favorable to the health of forget- me-nots in the greenhouses, and where there are plants in frames or in pro- tectors the indoor plants can prob- ably be dispensed with pretty soon. If taken out now they can be used for propagating, but if left until mildew sets in then the growth is useless for the purpose. Many growers raise their plants from seed annually, but where a good strain has been developed by selection it is best to propagate by division, and early propagated stock stands a better chance of coming through the summer safely than late. It is early yet, of course, but towards the end of the month this stock may just as well be cleaned out and di- vided as not. The soil should be stirred' around the frame plants and full air kept on, as the myosotis is practically a hardy plant and will not stand coddling. Flowers for Decoration Day. There is every probability that flow- ers will be plentiful and cheap from now until Decoration day, and where- ever it is possible stock should be held well in hand. With regard to roses, cut heavily for Easter, there would be time for a short rest and another start, but as a rule, at this time of the year there is no regular crop, the plants being in full growth, and there are flowers more or less all over the plants in various stages. The best thing to do is to run the houses as cool as possible, with ample air to harden up the growth and then, unless the weather proves unusually hot, the flow- ers will, at any rate, bo of good qual- ity. Carnations are bound to suffer more or less from the heat from now on, but the treatment as advised for roses is the best to follow. In the matter of inside bulbous flowers these will be all over, but there will prob- ably be plenty of outdoor stock in some localities. A length of shading run over the beds will be of great ad- vantage in keeping the color in the flowers. Ten-weeks stocks are popu- lar flowei-s at Decoration day, and if good plants have been raised from seed and pricked out in flats or benches, these should be ready for planting on the benches in which they are to flower, and will come in on time. Stocks are easily grown in a cool house, but overwatering at the root must be avoided, also heavy syringing. Wallflowers should be treated simi- larly to the stocks, as these, too, dis- like lieat and moisture and do best in a house kept quite cool and with plenty of air on. Peonies. Although where fall planting was neglected, peonies may be planted in spring with fair prospects of success, the plants do not get so good a hold the first year and the process cannot be termed satisfactory. When plants were bedded out in cold frames for the winter or potted and held over, then growers have a fair chance of success, for the plants will have made a certain amount of root and, if care- fully looked after with regard to mulching in summer, they will grow well and flower a little. But one feels sorry for the peony roots offered by some seed stores. They are exposed in the store, or outside, during the day to rain and wind, which greatly re- duces the amount of vigor in the tubers and consequently their chances of success. Wherever peony planting is to be carried out, the one important point is to have the soil in good order. It must be deeply worked and plenty of manure worked into the lower lay- ers, for, in all probability, the plants will be a long time in the ground and must have a good, rich root run. A number of plants set out last fall and covered with a mulch of about three inches of strawy litter are now push- ing up strongly. We shall not disturb the mulch, as a considerable portion of it has decayed, while the remainder will act as a slight protection to the stems should cold winds occur during the present month, while if taken away it would expose parts unused to it to the cold and possibly damage them. During the time that frosts at night 522 The American Florist. April p, are to be expected, hoeing, if done at all, should be carried on early in the day so the surface dries up by night- fall. Otherwise the damp soil turned up is likely to freeze and carry the frost to the stems. Pansies. The flowering pansies in frames must now be well ventilated in order to keep them hard, and the flowers will be better in color and substance now than they have been. If they show a disposition to throw smaller flowers and are weak in growth, give a top- dressing of rich soil or stir in a little good Peruvian guano or other ferti- lizer. Over-feeding is bad for pansies; it makes the flowers poor in substance and causes too free a growth, but a little given at the right time is a great help to keeping them going. Plants that have been wintered in protectors covered with litter have come through remarkably well. We have removed nearly all the protective material and it will all be taken away this week, the surface soil stirred and a little ferti- lizer applied. Where there is a demand for cut pansies all the year around, seed can be sown every few weeks, and sowings made now will come in for planting out in May in a cool position to provide flowers during summer. Pansies will not thrive in the full sun, nor do they relish the immediate vi- cinity of tree roots, but in a fairly open position where shade is cast from a distance they will do well. Delphiniums. When one speaks or hears of del- phiniums they always think directly of the blue varieties. It is true there are others, but nothing that we know of in this genus can compare with the bright blues that are so plentiful and they are certainly the best for cutting. When seed is saved carefully it comes fairly true to color; at any rate the varieties raised from seed will be good for cutting and there is no more beau- tiful herbaceous plant in existence for a display in the garden. If plants were raised from seed, as we have frequently advised in this column, they will be fit for planting out now and the sooner they are got out the bet- ter. Let them be planted in good, rich soil and they will grow away and flower practically all the summer long. Even when the principal flowers are over the smaller side branches are ele- gant in the extreme and fine for vase or table work. When grown simply for cutting beds about five or six feet wide should be laid out with paths be- tween for convenience in cutting. In the herbaceous border proper for dis- play they are best grouped well back. In any case plenty of good rich soil, watering until the plants have got a good hold and feeding liberally after- wards are the most important cultural details needed to secure good flowers. Johnson City, Pa. — A fire occurred at the Johnson City Floral Co.'s place March 19 but little damage was done. Sioux Falls, S. D. — Regular custom- ers, according to M. M. Strong, are be- coming very particular as to quality in cut flowers, and he finds it more and more diSicult to dispose of imported stock, while in former years large quantities were sold. The ]3aster busi- ness this year shows an increase of about 15 per cent over last year with prices aoout the same. There were plenty of plants, but the supply of cut flowers was short. Azalea and rose plants had little sale. Bulbs in pans and ferns were very popular. All cut flowers sold out clean. THE RE TAIL TRADE An Easter Window. The accompanying illustration shows the Easter window put up by the Idle- Hour Nurseries, Macon, Ga. The back- ground was of white cheese cloth and a colored curtain for the stained win- dow in center. The altar was made of wood and covered with lavender cheese cloth with a small cross in cen- ter. On the altar an electric cross made out of wood and enameled white stood; on either side of the cross were candelabra of brass, and a ribbon stretched across with the words in gold letters, "Easter Greetings." The cross stood 3 feet 6 inches high and 28 inches wide. The altar steps were cov- ered with white cheese cloth and brass vases were used in the window, filled with white carnations, Easter lilies and white roses. In the bottom of the window brass vases were used with pots of valley and Easter lilies placed in them. White ribbons were draped from the altar and lavender chiffon was caught up in the bills of two doves, suspended from the ceiling. The figure of a girl, kneeling at the cross, was draped in white silk, hold- ing an Easter lily, with a white band around her head and a small spray of valley in her hair. The comments on the window were many and various. Halifax, N. S. — F. W. Killam notes an increase in his sales this year over last at similar prices. Easter lilies were scarce, also carnations and violets and everything sold well. Shawnee, Okla. — A 20 per cent in- crease in sales is the report of the Brenner Floral Co. for Easter at bet- ter prices than last year. Ferns and palms did not sell as well as flower- ing plants. TWO SIMPLE BUT EFFECTIVE DESIGNS. Wreath of Bridi-sinaid Roses and Lrucothoo by Vovmti & Nuuc'Eit. Nuw \'oriv. Gates Ajar uf Kosrs. Lilii's, Lt'ucotluif and Lily of the Valley by A. C. Rott, Joliet. III. igio. The American Florist. 523 THE CARNATION. Carnation Culture In the Field. The proper time for planting in the field will vary with the latitude, and the season, said W. T. Bell in a pa- per read by him at the convention of the American Carnation Society at Pittsburg, January 26-27, 1910, but should be done as early as it can be with safety; so that the plants may become established, and make some growth, before the hot weather of midsummer. If the young plants have been hardened in a cold frame, for some time previously, they may be planted outside sooner than if taken directly from the warmer greenhouse. A GOOD TILTH NEEDEa). The soil In the field where the plants are to be grown should be of a loamy nature, and care should be taken to have it well pulverized, and free from stones, and other obstruc- tions. If a horse cultivator is to be used, the rows should be two and a half or three feet apart, but if to be cultivated by hand, they will only re- quire to be 18 inches apart and, in either case, the plants should be set about one foot apart in the rows. A half-inch rope should be tightly stretched where the row is to be, and the ground should have a final raking and leveling, by drawing a fine- toothed rake along the rope, walking backward. Pressing the edge or cut- ting face of a common garden hoe on the rope, and walking forward with it in that position, will leave a fine mark to plant by when the rope is shifted and is better than trying to plant beside a small stretched line. CULTIVATE FKEQUENTLY. The plants should be cultivated frequently, the soil kept in a loose condition and stirred at the proper time after a rain. No weeds should be allowed to grow and the stonning of the lengthening stems must be promptly attended to, if shapely bushy plants are wanted. No flowers or flower buds should be allowed to grow, or at least not until nearly time to transfer the plants to the houses. IREIGATION. During long-continued dry weather, a properly arranged system for irri- gating by means of perforated pipes may be used to advantage; and as the plants are all of the same nature, and the conditions likely to be uni- form, tlie objections to such a system when used in a greenhouse where a variety of plants are grown, requiring varying amounts of water, do not ap- ply. Carnations Outdoors in the Northwest. Two years ago this spring Mr. Bor- nerman of Fife Floral Co., near Ta- coma, Wash., took out his carnations to allow early tomatoes to make an early spring crop and they were a very healthy lot of Enchantress, White Perfection and Lady Bounti- ful at the time of removal. The weather was warm and favorable so he decided to plant them outside. He had plenty of space so they were put out with the best care he could to give them a chance. They were set EASTER WINDOW AT THE IDLE HOUR NURSERIES, MACON, GA. rather deeper than when inside. The spring being warm and favorable the growth was hardly checked. They made a very fine lot of new growth and promise of a good cut, which came on about as nice as the inside flowers. All the summer and fall they supplied a splendid lot of flow- ers in abundance. In fact it was a real success from every point of view and gave a supply of very good flow- ers until late frosts cut them. They were wholesaled at about the same price as indoor flowers and were no worry or care to anyone except to cut them. They were staked and tied at time of setting out, remaining that way until the finish. Last spring Mr. Bornerman decided to do the same thing again. His plants were not quite so good — rather soft in growth. They were handled as in the previous instance. The sea- son was very similar to the year be- fore except the first night or two were rather frosty, not so bad as some nights were the previous year. It happened that in about two weeks after they were put out we made a visit to his place and were shown the results of his labor, a lot of plants that were yellow and dead, scorched as though having been through a fire. We dont know wheth- er he will try it again — but we think he ought to. Practically It can be made a profitable suc- cess in this climate but the plants ought to be hardened off or protected for a time to insure success. Carna- tions will produce as fine flowers out- doors in this section as inside and we wonder why some someone does not handle a crop of an acre or two. They would bring nearly as much at whole- sale through the summer and fall as the indoor grown flowers do in the winter. This is not guess work but we are certain it can all be demon- strated as a profitable fact. We ex- pect to experiment some ourselves. TACOMA. FISHKILL-ON-HUDSON, N. Y. — Benja- min Hammond has issued to the Home Garden Brigade of Union Free School District No. 8 "A Call to the Colors" for 1910, offering a series of prizes for gardens and garden products. Pakkersbueo, W. Va. — J. W. Dudley & Son report a 10 per cent increase in their Easter sales over those of last year at similar prices and with plenty of stock. In plants, hydrangeas, aza- leas and lilies were leaders, bulb stock being the poorest seller in cut flowers. The fine weather made wrapping un- necessary and was ideal for trade. 524 The American Florist. April p, , ORCHID NOTES. j V '■, i Avoid overwatering calanthes now. They need very little until the young tiers of roots are running well through the new soil. Cattleyas require at least a week to develop after they begin to open and they are finer and last longer than if cut before this. Dendbobiums cannot thrive with their roots deeply embedded in com- post. They like small pans or other receptacles in which their roots grow one over the other and crowding each other for space. The time of the great orchid show at Boston, Mass., is drawing near and there is every probability of a record breaking event. It is held at a time when orchids are at their best and the splendid prizes offered should stimulate growers to show what they can do. Our illustration is of the hall of the Massachusetts Horticultur- al Society where the show is to be held May 26-30. Dendrobiums. i Although from a commercial point of view the dendrobiums cannot begin to rival the cSttleyas there is not a more beautiful genus in the whole orchid family. The deciduous kinds, such as D. Wardianum, D. crassi- node, D. Bensonise, D. Findlayanum and the partially deciduous D. nobile, D. Phalsenopsis and D. formosum are among the prettiest flowers of their season, while as exhibition plants there Is nothing to compare with well grown and profusely flowered specimens of the evergreen section of which D. thyr- siflorum D. Paxtoni, D. densiflorum, D. Farmeri and D. chrysotoxum are well known examples. The orchid hy- bridist was at work early in the field of dendrobiums and beginning with the beautiful D.. Ainsworthii, a cross be- tween D. nobile and D. aureum, has given us a delightful series of hybrids, interesting to the student of the genus as a whole and among the finest and most showy orchids in existence. Then to the botanical student the small and inconspicuous flowered forms are ex- tremely interesting, though there is hardly one of these, small as they are, that have not some good feature that makes them well worth growing and we have yet to see the dendrobium that we would think of throwing away. While the cultural details vary somewhat with the different species, dendrobiums, as a rule, require much the same kind of treatment. Tliey like a high, moist temperature and plenty of sunlight while making their growth and if this can be arranged with an abundant air supply so much the bet- ter. In an ordinary American sum- mer hardly any fire heat is necessary from the end of May until September as the sun heat is suflScient and the house can be thrown open, a light shade during the hottest part of the season to prevent injury to the foliage being all that is necessary. The amount of dampening of floors and stages nec- essary, owing to the quantity of mois- ture dispelled by evaporation, is very great but early in the afternoon the house can be closed with ample mois- ture and the hot, moist conditions generated will be such that one can almost "see the plants grow." This is what they like and, until the last leaf can be seen forming in the new growths, the long stemmed deciduous kinds look for no other treatment. After this the grower has to look out for consolidating the growth, ripening it and preparing it for the winter's rest. In winter the temperature can be allowed to go down say to 45°-50° without any injury being done, a state of total rest being necessary for the deciduous kinds. About September the leaves begin to turn color pre- paratoi-y to falling and this Is tha time to withhold moisture and lower the temperature, both by degrees. During winter the embryo flowers form at the nodes along the growths, but there is little difference in the early structure of a leaf bud and a flower bud and some growers, in their anxiety to have flowers early, push the plants along in heat and moisture at an early stage. This is frequently followed by growths from the nodes instead of flowers and it should be guarded against. Heat, unaccompan- ied by moisture, does not appear to have the same effect and when we have been anxious to get D. nobile in early we have frequently placed the plants in a night temperature of 70° in November. But we always take the precaution of hanging the plants up in a position where little moisture reaches them and always choose the best ripened plants. Even with this care many of the current year's stems fail to bloom but there is no great loss as they flower freely the next season. D. aureum also stands this early forcing well, but it is not safe with D. Wardianum and the nearly related D. crasslnode or the showy and beautiful D. Falconerl. With the evergreen kinds a little different treatment is necessary. They do not require so long a season of growth or so much heat as the decid- uous species, though when only one house is at command they get along fairly well together by placing the evergreens at the coolest end in sum- mer and giving them a little more shade. In winter we never dry these off entirely. Drying so severely as we do the deciduous kinds would cause them to shrivel and this is not advis- able, often leading to an enormous crop of flowers but poor growth or none at all. Very early in our orchid growing career we had a peculiar experience of this with D. densiflorum. MASSACHUSETTS HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY'S HALL, BOSTON. Wheru the Great Orchid Show Will Be Held May 26-30, 1910. igio. The American Florist. 525 Some large old specimen plants were left in the same pots for several years and dried somewhat severely. They flowered at a great rate for two sea- sons, being literally covered with the golden yellow clusters of bloom as large as horse chestnut blossoms, but they never made another growth of any kind and we had to throw them away the third year as the bulbs shriveled up almost to nothing. This leave the others for further consider- ation at another time. One point as to the treatment of all dendrobes, however, should be noted. They none of them like a lot of close heavy com- post about the roots and all thrive best in small pans, baskets or pots with their roots crowding one another for space and fighting, as it were, for the advantage. Obchis. DENDROBIUM FINDLAYANUM. was an exceptional case, of course, but it shows the difference between the deciduous and the evergreen kinds. The Bornean and Australasian kinds, of which D. Phalsenopsis, D. bigibbum and D. Lowi are examples are again rather different in their requirements. None are strictly de- ciduous in our orchid houses, no mat- ter what they may be in their native forests, but they all retain some fol- iage at least during winter. Although they rest for a considerable time they must not be severely dried and during the growing season, which is short and sharp and usually occurs in late summer, they must be kept close up to the light and have abundance of heat and moisture. Another instance of variability we may note in the very distinct D. speclosum and its variety Hilli. We never did much with flow- ering these fine plants until we put them in the open air in summer and kept them there until the growth was hardened and ripened, after which, and a winter's rest, they flowered most profusely. D. infundlbulum and D. Jamesianum belong to the same section (nigro-hirsute) as D. formo- 8um, but like less heat. Suspended from the roof at the cool end of the cattleya house they will thrive and flower splendidly, their beautiful pvire white flowers with yellow and orange colored eyes respectively being among the most beautiful In the genus. This note by no means covers all that could be said about the varying forms of this splendid genus, but It Is already over long and we must Cattleya Gaskelllana. Cattleya Gaskelliana is a summer flowering member of the labiata group coming in bloom after C. Mossiae is past its best and filling the gap be- tween this and the autumn flowering C. labiata. It comes nearer to C. lab- iata than any other species and we remember when the latter was rein- troduced some years ago that some orchidists thought it simply a form of C. Gaskelllana, the old labiata having been lost to cultivation so long that they had despaired of ever seeing it. However, there is quite a little distinc- tion between them. For one thing the habit is different and the double sheath on C. labiata is almost never seen in C. Gaskelliana or In any other member of this group. C. Gaskelliana begins to grow quite early in the season and flowers upon the forming bulb, not resting in the sheath like C. Mossiae, C. Trianae, C. Schroederae and others. The flowers are of fair size and quite as variable as those of any other species, ranging from nearly pure white to deep rose. It is of moderate growth and should be potted in medium sized pots in a rough open compost of peat and moss over good drainage. During the grow- ing season keep it with the rest of the cattleyas and unless, as sometimes occurs, the plants begin to grow again after flowering, let them have the coolest, airiest part of the house to ripen and rest up in. Should they grow again they will probably produce a second crop of flowers in the fall and in this case C. Gaskelliana often proves a valuable species after the bulk of C. labiata Is over. Orchids from Seed. It is a general practice among orchid raisers to keep in store until the turn of the days any seed pods that may ripen during the late autumn and win- ter. In the case of cattleyas, their al- lied genera, and most of the epiden- drum group, this is good practice, but after the middle of January the earlier the seeds are sown the better. The in- creasing light, with suitable atmos- pheric conditions, will generally assist rapid germination, and where seeds are sown early there is less watering re- quired than is the case if there is delay for a few weeks. Those who are largely engaged in orchid cultivation have generally WHITE FORMS OF CATTLEYA GASKELLIANA. 526 The American FLORrsr. April g. proper facilities for raising seedlings, and it is, therefore, to those who labor under less favorable conditions that I chiefly address my remarks. Experi- ence has taiig-ht me there is no greater difficulties in raising orchids from seeds than is experienced among most other plants, and as a further encouragement I would point out that where the par- ent species or parent plants can be suc- cessfully grown, there should be no dif- ficulty in germination, and in rearing the seedlings from them. I am quite willing to admit there are considerable advantages in the early stages of growth where plants are as- sisted by up-to-date conditions, but the principal advantage that can then be claimed is the shortening of the period between seed sowing and flowering. When sowing dendrobiums, cattleyas, epidendrums, sophronitis, etc., the seeds may be sprinkled thinly over the surface of moderately fresh potting compost containing plants of the same kind as the seed; all moss and material that would be likely to overgrow and choke the seedlings should first be carefully removed. Care must be ob- served to avoid washing the seed from the surface when giving water to the plants, as there can be no question that carelessness in watering, rather than any other cause, brings failure. The seed is so light that it is easily floated from the surface in the early stages, and carried over the sides of the re- ceptacle, and thus destroyed. A better method than sowing on the surface of the potting compost is to procure some pieces of linen, or strips of shading, such as is in common use for blinds on the roofs of the houses. Cut the pieces into 7-inch or 8-inch squares, spread one over the palm of the hand, and in it place some chopped sphagnum, mixed with a little sand; then by wrapping the edges of the linen tightly round the sphagnum, make the whole into a ball. Some suit- ably sized clean pots, that have been filled to about one-half their depth with drainage materials should have the linen-cased ball of sphagnum placed in the center; then fill firmly round the edges with finely chopped sphagnum to prevent the edges of the cloth from being raised up and the seeds being washed into the drainage. Water these with tepid rain water a few hours before the seed is sown. Sprinkle the seeds over the surface, and place in the warmest and most humid situation available, within reasonable distance of the roof glass. Keep the surface reasonably moist, but do not disturb the seeds when giving the necessary water. Where a propagating case is avail- able the seed pots may be placed therein, as considerable benefit is af- forded the seedlings in the early stages where a case can be used. The warmer and more humid atmosphere, and reg- ular temperature thus afforded con- duces to rapid germination of the seeds. A cross section of a scaffold pole, or any deal roughly sawn, and soaked for a few days in the rain water tank forms a good seed bed. These pieces of wood should be about an inch thick, and shaped so as to fit into a pot. Pill the pots almost up to the wood with clean broken crocks, over which place a thin layer of finely chopped sphagnum, and place the blocks thereon. Water previously ' to sowing the seeds, as this will as.sist in attaching the seeds to the wood. The disadvantages of this method are that very frequent waterings and at- tention are required. In the case of calanthes, which ripen their seeds in a reasonably short period — about three to four months after fertilization — there is a difficulty in finding suitable seed beds. I think this seed should be sown immediately it is ripe. If the stock plants have been repotted the seeds may be sown on the surface of the potting compost. Where the plants have not been re- potted select those that have started into growth, and make sure that the old compost is thoroughly wetted through before seeds are sown. Cypripedium seed is best sown on the surface soil in pots containing cypripediums, but as seedling cypri- pediums are often found germinating under the stages and in various posi- tions, it may be assumed that it is not altogether essential they should be sown in the position suggested. The raising of odontoglossum seedlings was a considerable mystery for many years, as only an occasional plant was procured from the thousands of pods of seed sown. Yet at the present time we find that odontoglossum seeds germinate more readily than those of any other class of orchids. The only reason that I can offer is the inclusion of some broken leaves in the potting compost. The seed is best sown on the surface of the potting compost of plants of their own kinds. I find it best to sow some portion of the seeds as soon as the seed pod bursts. The remainder of the seed may be wrapped in paper and placed in a light position in the odontoglossum house to com- plete its ripening, and be sown when ready. Select as seed beds surfaces of a lasting nature, as some of the seed may lie dormant for months, while others on the same seed bed will make rapid progress and be fit for pricking oft in a few weeks. Seeds of odonto- glossums must not be permitted to be- come unduly dry or they quickly lose their germinating power.- — Gardeners' Magazine. Little Rock, Aek. — Tipton & Hurst's sales at Easter this year showed a 25 per cent increase over those of last, lilies being the only short item. Car- nations seemed to drag, though all stock was of good quality. Denver, Colo. — The Park Floral Co.'s sales at Easter were slightly above those of last year, with plenty of stock of all kinds. Bulbs and aza- leas were slow sellers, but rambler roses sold well and violets were the best sellers in cut flowers. The very warm weather brought some stock along too early, but, on the other hand, nothing had to be wrapped. Wichita, Kans. — ^W. H. Culp & Co. say their Easter business was heavier than that of last year, at similar prices. Plants were just about equal to the demand, but many lines sold out clean, the demand being principally for flow- ering stock. Bulb stock was not wanted, roses, carnations and lilies selling best in cut flowers. Stock was difficult to hold for Easter, owing to the hot weather. WITH THE GROWERS Reter Reinberg, Chicago. Probably never in the history of the firm has the great range of Peter Reinberg, Chicago, looked better or produced more first-class stock than during the present Easter. Not one variety but all those in season have been in full crop and the quality of the flowers has been excellent. It is use- less our going through the kinds grown for they have been frequently described but one or two struck us as specially good, one of these being Uncle John. This rose is largely grown here and at one or two other places around the city, but it cannot be said to be popular generally. As grown here it must certainly be a prof- itable rose for the flowers are excel- lent in every way and produced with the greatest freedom. It is a good seller and should be much grown. Perle is also largely grown here and is one of the most profitable roses In existence. Sunrise is in full crop and the appearance of the benches with the attractive foliage and the many beautiful flowers is superb. In short, all the roses are in the most perfect condition and a credit to all con- cerned. Owing to the large number of con- nected houses here it is rather dif- ficult to give My Maryland warmer treatment than the other varieties, consequently the winter crop of this excellent rose was not heavy but for some time it has been in fine form and is flowering now with the greatest freedom. In the American Beauty houses fine stems and foliage and flowers of good substance are the rule while the plants, as they always have here, possess a hardiness and vigor that is wanting in many places where less air and more fire heat are used. This, in fact, is typical of all the roses here. Foreman Collins being a great believer in fresh air, especially during the summer, and hardens up ills plants and renders them capable of standing the winter strain of flow- ering and forcing. The young stock of Beauties has been far better this season than the carried over stock, consequently not so many as usual will be carried over this year, while 75,000 young plants have been raised and will be planted for next season's flowering. It is the present intention to cut out Bride and Bridesmaid entirely this year and although Mr. Reinberg's ideas may be somewhat modified there is no doubt that these two old favor- ites will be grown in the smallest quantities next season. In place of Bride the popular White Killarney will be grown and 50,000 plants of it have been propagated already. Probabily about 40,000 will be planted. Speaking of propagating this variety, Geo. Collins says that it roots much more freely that the old Killarney. The average percentage of White Kil- larney rooted is 98 but they are doing well with Killarney to get 70 per cent. At least 100,000 Beauties have already been potted and the cuttings rooted in February are now elegant stock, growing strongly and ready igio. The American Florist. 627 THE CARTOONIST ABROAD IN BUFFALO. 528 The American Florist. April g^ for planting or for a shift. Tlie plant- ings of My Maryland will be increased, as will those of Killarney, to take the place of Bridesmaid. Mrs. Mar- shall Field, or "Field" as it is now termed in the growers' vernacular, is just starting in for the summer and the benches devoted to this fine hot weather rose are very promising. Im- mense numbers of roses in all the popular varieties have been propagat- ed for the shipping trade as well as for home planting and propagating Is still going on. Both grafted and own root stock is raised and among the hundreds of thousands of plants spread out on the benches there is hardly a poor one to be seen. Chrysanthemums are also largely grown for the shipping trade as well as for home planting and big batches have already been potted. Among the varieties being worked most large- ly we noted Monrovia, Polly Rose, Vir- ginia Poehlmann, Pink and White Touset, Ivory, Halliday, Golden Glow, Maud Dean, Tanoma, Nagoya, White and Golden Chadwiok, the Bonnaf- fons, Estelle, Bigelow, Opah, Apple- ton, Dr. Enguehard and a number of pompons, including Garza and Mrs. F. Beu in a number of different shades. The plants are all grown cool and hard, thus insuring their success when shipped to other places. The new carnation range is in splendid order now and only suEBcient stock for ship- ping trade is propagated at the lower range. These plants are already potted and stood well apart and are hard, vigorous stock in the best of condition in all the leading commer- cial sorts. Returning to the new range the quality of the carnations sent from here to the down-town store is re- markably good, the flowers large, of excellent substance With long, stiff stems. Some idea of the quantity grown here and the way the plants flower may be gleaned from the fact that the Easter cut from these houses amounted to 50,000 first class flowers. The section devoted to Asparagus plu- mosus is producing well just now and as good greens have been on the scarce side of late and the cut has been 200 bunches per day during the scarcity this must be described as a pretty lucky strike. Lager & Hurrell, Summit, N. J. The range of Lager & Hurrell la strictly a home for orchids and the many branches of that ever interesting family that are there seen are a con- stant source of interest to visitors. While it may be, as has been said, that the word "specialist" has been somewhat overworked, it is entirely appropriate when applied to this firm. They are specialists in orchids in all that the term implies and a visit to their range fully confirms this state- ment. The well known cattleyas, cypripe- diums, dendrobiums, odontoglossums, oncidiums and phalaenopsis are all found in profusion and under most favorable conditions of growth. There are in addition, many other varieties, that, if they do not enter so largely in- to commerce, are valuable acquisitions to the conservatory and of great In- terest to the fanciers. There is always something new and interesting; always novelties and vis- itors always receive courteous treat- ment. The members of this firm are authorities on the habitat, growth and care of the many varieties of orchids and their range houses a most notable collection. THE ROSE. Preparing the Compost. Now that the weather has opened up, and permits of some of the out- door work being done, the grower who did not take advantage of the fall of the year to get together enough soil for the compost, should lose no time in doing this work before the grass gets too much of a start, and in order to work the soil over several times after composting it, which will con- sume considerable time, hence no time is to be lost. The method of prepar- ing rose soil for indoor planting has been mentioned very often in these columns; at the same time it may not be amiss to go into a few details con- cerning the work again for each season there are always a number of growers just starting out that a few timely suggestions would perhaps bene- fit; so we will for this reason especially go over the ground again. In the first place the soil is a great factor in the production of high grade roses and the better the soil the cheaper the stock can be grown in reference to the amount of manure used in mixing the compost, and af- terwards when it becomes necessary to use liquid manure or top dressing. If a very light sandy soil is used, one has to be continually building it up throughout the entire season, and as manure (especially good cow manure, really the only kind to use) isn't the easiest of things to procure at all times, it becomes necessary as a matter of economy to procure the best of soil. What we would consider a good rose soil for the average varieties of roses now being grown commercially (for instance, Killarney, My Maryland, Kaiserin, Bride and Bridesmaid) would be soil comparatively heavy, containing considerable clay and fri- able. Without question a good heavy sod of several years' standing will add the fiber which goes a great way towards making up the ideal rose soil. The soil should be capable of producing fine crops outside if one must expect much from it indoors. It is seldom one finds soil too heavy for own root stocks if taken from high, well-drained ground, and for American Beauty it must be a soil containing considerable clay. We have often noted that soil that produced fine crops of wheat in- variably produced good Beauties in- doors; in fact all roses did equally as well if on their own roots; on the other hand we are inclined to lean toward a rather light soil containing consid- erable sand naturally for best results with grafted plants. They are gross feeders and require a soil that can be watered frequently, and with suitable soil all grafted stocks are quick pro- ducers and somewhat stronger than the own root stocks, giving both what they require in the way of soil. There are two popular methods of preparing the compost, and both are excellent in their way. The first, aa one of our successful growers de- scribed, some time back, where an enormous quantity was handled, was to select a level piece of ground con- venient to the greenhouses, clean it off nicely and cart the sod on it to a depth of six or eight inches, spread the manure over this and pulverize the whole with disc harrows. This seems to be an excellent plan for large es- tablishments. But for the grower who has only from 25,000 to 50,000 feet of glass, the old method of making a rick of soil is perhaps the most prac- tical and for the novice it will be found more systematic, and accuracy in the mixing is more easily obtained. In order tb handle the soil in this way, clean a piece of ground near the houses to be filled. Round it up some, so that no surplus water will settle around the soil pile and pile the sod up in layers, grass side down, placing the manure between each layer of sod. The stack or rick of soil should have gradually sloping sides, coming to a point at the top so as to shed the rains. We advise using extra help in doing this work, even on a small place, so as to get it finished up within a few days. First, see that the cow manure is placed conveniently for mixing, and it should be turned several times if pos- sible before using, throwing out any rubbish the manure may contain. Start the rick by placing a layer of sod about six inches in depth, then sow some good ground bone over this; over the ground bone a little of the loose soil can be scattered, then a layer of manure. We have found that if the layer of manure is a little less than the soil in bulk, that it, after settling, amounts to about one-fourth of the entire compost. The compost, if good soil is used, should be mixed one part cow manure to three parts soil and about a long handled shovel- ful of ground bone to 100 square feet of surface. More can be added later when chopping it and turning it, just before bringing it in, if desired. After the soil has been left standing for two weeks or so, it should be cut down and fined up as much as possible and left in the same shaped rick so as to shed water; the size of the rick can be anything the grower desires, but a rick 12 to 14 feet wide and five or six feet high will be found handy, as it can be made any length. Of course it all depends on the quantity to be used, location, etc. But either way de- scribed here will be found practicable. Last, but not least, turn the compost as many times as possible before fill- ing the houses to insure a thorough mixing. e. RoswEix, N. M. — The Alameda Greenhouses report that their trade was greater by 20 per cent this Easter than last, at prices about the same, and plenty of stock to go around. Springfield, Mo. — W. A. Chalfant says that his Easter sales this year were greater than last, but that funeral work helped the returns, three funerals in one day and 26 orders from one of these making a lot of extra work. Lilies were scarce and higher in price, all other flowers being about the same. tgio. The American Florist. 5 29 To Be Done Now. IN THE GREENHOUSES. When throwing- out the roses hold out a few of the best plants and plant them up outside. They may come in useful for filling up gaps in the benches later. A heavier shade will probably be needed now upon the fern and palm houses, especially where there is much young stock. Be very careful with all young stock not to allow it to stand so close that It Is crowded. Drawn, weak plants of any kind are much inferior to stock stood well apart. Pot on all young seedling stock be- fore it gets hard in the pots or the growth will be checked. Shelf brackets attached to the roof supports with shelves laid on give much needed room at this time of year for small bedding and other stock. Keep an eye lifting for green fly, especially when the wind is cold out- side, and fumigate on its first appear- ance. Repot any old azaleas that are to be kept over as soon as they go out of flower and place in a cool, moist house to make their growth before going out- doors. Pot firmly. Keep tomatoes in pots until the first bunch of flowers have set if possible, as they are less likely to run away to wood afterward. Do not dry off the cyclamens after flowering if they are to be kept over. Keep them growing gently in a cool frame or house until the natural growth is finished. Leave no litter or untidy plants or flats around the houses. Every inch of space is valuable now. Mme. Chatenay and Mrs. Jardine roses are more sensitive to sun heat on the foliage than most others, and easily burn if there is not ample air on. A light shade should be given now if this can be done without un- duly shading other kinds. OUTDOOKS. Keep full air on all herbaceous stock in frames now night and day, and get all planting finished up as soon as possible. Begin to kill the weeds early. When they are small a light hoeing will an- nihilate weeds that a week or two later would be hard to kill. Use the greatest care in pricking up herbaceous borders not to damage plants that are just pushing through. Never sow lawn grass seed on a windy day or probably much of it will be blown away. Where sparrows are plentiful it will probably have to be covered. Push forward with all planting as rapidly as possible, as the longer trees, shrubs and other plants are out of the ground at this time of year the worse it is for them. The soil has seldom been in such good condition for seed sowing so early in the season and all the hardy kinds should be got in without delay. Old clumps of herbaceous subjects, full of twitch or other perennial weeds are useless. They should be thrown away and young, healthy seedlings or other stock used instead. If of rare varieties take off some of the outside portions for propagating. The soil is very dry in some places and considerable watering of newly planted trees will be necessary. Plant gladiolus bulbs as soon as they come to hand. A moderately light and rich soil is best for them. Keep the hoe going early in the day among the herbaceous plants that are already growing, but avoid hoeing among any tender stock late in the afternoon. Caladlums of American Orlsrin. The following is a selection of the finest caladiums of American origin : Hildegard Nehrling (N. ) A hybrid between Uberabinha and Gaston Chan- don. C)ne of the most beautiful and distinct of all caladiums and grand for massing. Stands the sun well in rich moist soil, in fact It is much brighter In color in rather sunny positions. Ground color pure white, mottled and clouded pea green, deep red midrib and veins. In shady places almost pure white; in sunny situations the entire leaf soon seems to be saturated with deep pink. Bertha S. Eisele (M. ) Pure snowy white center, green edge, the white being covered with a limited number of large blood red spots. George Huster (?) Beautiful red center, yellowish white border, spotted here and there with large moss green blotches. Mrs. Theodore L. Mead (Mead.) A new and distinct color. Deep olive 1 ,' n ,1m m>. \ -*_ ■^ r 1..- T 1^ ■^smJT^TMmmmy:, Wm The Late Mrs. Sarah E. Smith. green, with numerous deep red spots edged golden yellow, center golden orange densely freckled with minute blood-red spots, very glossy. Coaooochee (Mead.) Bright light rosy-red, sometimes changing almost to pure white, bright red ribs, green bor- der. When full grown this is a gor- geous variety. In poor soil it Is al- most entirely green with red ribs. Adolph Jaenicke (Jaenicke) Ground- color milk white with pure white spots; main ribs and narrow zone very deep crimson. Very distinct and effective. Emerald (Jaenicke.) Glossy golden green, wavy leaves. Glowing orange- scarlet center, bordered golden yellow, ribs vivid red — this color runs in broad stripes into the upper lobes. Brilliant. Tampa, Pla. — A destructive fire In the Tampa Floral Co.'s plant and sick- ness in A. Ficke's family checked the Easter trade here considerably. Lilies and violets sold better than any other cut flowers. Victoria, B. C. — The Fairview Es- quimault Greenhouses say their sales were greater at Easter than those of last year. Thousands of outdoor flow- ers were sold, but only lilies were wanted in plants. •Mr. Nehrllng's paper commenced in our Issue of July 10, 1909, and was continued July 31, October 9. November 27 and Jan- uary 8 and February 19, 1910. OB ITUA RY. Mrs. Sarah E. Smith. It is with sadness that we chronicle the death of one of the pioneer florists of Grand Rapids, Mich., Mrs. Sarah E. Smith, mother of Henry Smith, the leading florist here, who died Saturday morning, April 2, at their home on West Bridge street. Mrs. Smith was for many years in charge of Henry Smith's flower store on Monroe street. She was a noble, pure and loving woman, always striving to please. Mrs. Smith was a leader in the Grand River Valley Horticultural Society, and, as long as she was able, gave her influence and knowledge to the ad- vancement of fruits and flowers, until failing health obliged her to re- tire. Her untiring industry, fore- thought and business ability assisted materially in laying the foundation and building up the well known fruit farm and florist business of Henry Smith. Mrs. Smith was born in New Rochelle, N. Y., in 1834, and came to Grand Rapids with her par- ents, Jos. Escott and wife, in 1839. In 1860 she was married to George Smith, and moved to EnglishvIUe, where they resided on a farm until 1870. Following her husband's death, she removed to the home on West Bridge street, and in which she died. Surviving Mrs. Smith are one son, Henry Smith, and one brother, George Escott, of Charlotte, N. C. B. S. Henry Charles Hatcher. Henry Charles Hatcher, son of John C.^ Hatcher, of Amsterdam, died March 26 at the Ottawa hospital, Ottawa, 111., of pneumonia, after an illness of two weeks. Mr. Hatcher had never before been seriously ill, but his con- dition was realized as threatening from the outset and everything that could be done by nurses and physicians was attempted in order to save his life, all without avail. He was born in Utica 39 years ago, but passed his youth in Amsterdam, being connected with the business of his father. This he followed, together with landscape gardening, at which he was an ex- pert, after leaving this city some 15 or more years ago. He was located for a considerable time in Atlanta, Ga., and for about two years past held a responsible position at the establish- ment of Mrs. Fred J. King, Ottawa. Mr. Hatcher was a member of the Episcopal church and various florists' and fraternal organizations. Warm hearted, generous and genial, Henry Hatcher made friends wherever he went and his early death will bring sorrow to all who knew him and ap- preciated his many excellent traits of character. Mrs. George M. Stumpp. Mrs. George M. Stumpp, wife of the well-known and prominent re- tailer of 761 Fifth avenue, New York, died April 5, of pneumonia, after an illness of but a few days. Mrs. Stumpp was born in England over 50 .•ears ago. She came to this country about 31 years ago and soon after was married to Mr. Stumpp. She was a woman of fine character and en- dearing personality and was beloved and esteemed, not only by her own family, but likewise by a large circle of friends and acquaintances. She was a member of Laurel chapter. Or- der of Eastern Star, of New York. She is survived by her husband, one son, Geo. E. M. Stumpp, of New York, and one daughter, Mrs. Henry Mehl, Jr., of Jersey City. The sympathy of all members of the trade goes out to the boreaved family. 530 The American Florist. April p, TheAmerigan Florist 1885 Twenty Fifth Year 1910 Subscription. United States and Mexico $1.00 year; Canada $2.00; Europe and Countries in Postal Union. $2.50. Subscriptions accepted onlyfrom those in the trade. When sendinii; us change of address always send the old address at the same time. Advertising rates on application. From the first issue the American Florist has accepted only trade advertisements. Advertisements must reach us Tuesday (earlier if possible), as we go to press Wednesday. We do not assume any responsibility for the opinioDS of our correspondents. Eastern Representatives: A. F. Faulkner. 1133 Broadway, New York. ROBT. Kift. 1725ChestnutSt.,Philadelphia.Pa. THE AMERICAN FLORIST, 324 Dearborn St.. CHICAGO THIS ISSUE 56 PAGES WITH COVER CONTENTS. Half hour chapters for flower growers.. 521 — Forget-me-nots — Peonies 521 — Flowers for Decoration day 521 — Pansies — Delphiniums 522 The retail trade 522 — An Easter window (illus. ) 522 The carnation 523 — Carnation culture in the field 523 — Carnations outdoors in the northwest .. 523 Orchid notes 524 — Dendrobiums (illus.) 524 — iVIassachusetts Horticultural Society's hall Ullus.) 524 — Cattleya Gaskelliana (illus.) 52 5 — Orchids from seed 525 With the growers 526 — Peter Reinberg. Chicago 526 — Lager & Hurrell, Summit. N. J 52S The cartoonist abroad in Buffalo (illus. ). 527 The rose 528 — Preparing the compost 528 To be done now 529 Caladiums of American origin 529 Obituary 529 ^Mrs. Sarah E. Smith (portrait) 529 ^Henry Charles Hatcher 629 — Mrs. George M. Stumpp 529 American Carnation Society 530 March weather extraordinary 530 President Elliott accepts 530 Chrysanthemum Society of America 630 The Easter flower market 532 Weather helps general business 534 Chicago * 534 St. Louis 536 Urbana-Champaign, 111 536 Boston 638-539 Philadelphia . 639 New Tork 540 Providence, R. 1 542 Baltimore 542 Toronto 643 Gladstone. Minn 543 Pittsburg 545 The seed trade 546 — The seed business to date 546 — Free seeds in Hoboken 54 6 —Imports 546 Market gardeners 54S — Notes on watering 54S — Irondequolt. ^'f. T 54S — Prices of Indoor fruits 549 — Hop shoots as a vegetable 549 The nursery trade 560 — American Ass'n. of Nurserymen 560 — Blue hydrangeas 551 Cincinnati 654 San Francisco 556 Cleveland 656 "Think you. 'mid all this mighty sum Of things for ever speaking. That nothing of Itself will come, But we must still be seeking?" WORDSWORTH. Personal. Robt. Miller and L. L. Barton, well- known eastern growers, were in Chi- cago this week giving finishing touches to plans for the Salt Lake City green- house establishment they have had un- der consideration for some time. Frederic W. Taylor, of the Denver Reservoir Irrigation Co., Denver, Colo., better known in connection with the St. Louis World's Fair, was a visitor this week. C. B. Whitnall. of Milwaukee. Wis., was elected city treasurer on the social democratic ticket April 5. The wilt o" the weather's the wail o' the west. Many Easter reports were sent us without name or address and, in con- sequence, could not appear, as in most cases it was impossible to locate the senders. The common pink lilac, from points in southern Illinois and northern Mis- souri, arrived on the Chicago market the end of last week, 2 6 days earlier than usual. IP California affords any weather better than the Chicago brand of March, 1910, California will please show us. There is nothing superior to Chicago weather anywhere at any season. American Carnation Society. Ed. American FXomst: — We have the annual report about ready to send out to our members. It will, no doubt, go out by the end of this week. We were fortunate this year in getting a very capable stenog- rapher who turned the copy of the business sessions over to us in splen- did condition. We have extra copies and shall be glad to mail these to colleges or other institutions who have libraries, who may apply for them. A. F. J. Baub, Sec'y. March Weather Extraordinary, The month of March, 1910, in Chi- cago, was the warmest, driest and sun- niest March since the official records bega.- in 1871. Following the exces- sive heat of the first six days, a period of nearly normal temperature pre- vailed until the seventeenth, after which the temperature was again ex- cessively high until the close of the month. On only one day did the temp- erature fall below the normal, while the freezing point was reached but seven times in the whole period. Pre- cipitation in excess of .01 inch fell on only three days, while the average for March is 12 days. The average snow- fall for March is 5-2 inches, but in 1910 snow fell on only three days, and was but a trace in each case. The wind movement was slightly below the av- erage and but few high winds oc- curred. Sunshine was abundant, being 34 per cent in excess of the average, while cloudiness was correspondingly deficient. There was no day on which the sun did not shine at all. while on 10 days the percentage was 100. impresses me very much and I feel sure that the rose society can and will do its share towards the success of this great undertaking. Thanking the society for the honor conferred and you personally for your kind notifica- tion," etc. President Elliott Accepts. President-elect Wm. H. Elliott, of the American Rose Society, writes as follows to Secretary Hammond, under date of March 28: "Tour notification of my election as president of the American Rose So- ciety came duly to hand. I am rather surprised, under the circumstances, that I was selected for this position instead of one of the many able rose men who were present and who could have filled the position much better than I shall be able to do. However. I greatly appreciate the honor which has been tendered me and will cer- tainly do my best for the interests of the American Rose Society. The great responsibility of this position during the coming year, with our great na- tional exhibition to be held in Boston. Chrysanthemum Society of America. SPECIAL PRIZES FOR ANNUAL EXHIBITION. The following are the special prizes offered at the Chrysanthemum Society of America's annual show to be held at Morristown, N. J.. in conjunction with the Morris Countv Gardeners' and Florists' Society, N^ vember 23-24, 1910: CLASS A. C. S. A., special. — Silver cup for the best 10 blooms of any chrysanthe- mum, one variety. CLASS B. Ca5. Wells & Co., special. — First, gold medal; second, silver medal: third, silver gilt medal, for the best six blooms chrysanthemum Howard Gould. CLASS B. (b). Wells & Co. special. — First, gold medal; second, silver medal; third, sil- ver gilt medal, for the best three vases of single chrysanthemums in three va- rieties, six sprays of each variety. Prizes offered by W. Wells & Co.. Merstham, England. CLASS c. Lord & Burnham Co.'s special. — Gold medal, for the best 30 blooms chrys- anthemums, in six varieties, introduc- tions 1909-1910; open to private gard- eners only. Prize offered by Lord & Burnham Co., Irvington-on-Hudson, N. Y. CLASS D. Hitchings & Co.'s annual special. — Silver cup, value $25, for the best six vases, six varieties, five blooms in each vase, open to all. Prize offered by Hitchings & Co., New York. CLASS E. J. C. Vaughan special. — Silver cup, for the best specimen plant chrysan- themum, any variety; open to private gardeners only. Prize offered by Vaughan's Seed Store, Chicago and New York. CLASS F. Peter Henderson & Co. special. — First, $10; second, $5, for the best six vases of ostrich plume chrysanthe- mums, six varieties, three blooms to a vase. Prize offered by Peter Hen- derson & Co., New York. CLASS G. Chas. H. Totty special. — Silver cup, value $50, for the best 12 blooms chrysanthemum R. F. Felton. Prize offered by C. H. Totty, Madison, N. J. CLASS H. Elmer D. Smith & Co.'s special. — $25 for the best six blooms of chrys- anthemum Randee. Prize offered by Elmer D. Smith & Co., Adrian, Mich. CLASS I. Wm. Duckham special. — First, $10; second, $5, for the best six blooms chrysanthemum Onunda. Prize of- fered by Wm. Duckham, Madison, N. J. CLASS J. Anton C. Zvolanek special. — $10 for the best three varieties, three blooms to a stem, any chrysanthemums. Prize offered by Anton C. Zvolanek, Bound Brook, N. J. The secretary will be pleased to add to this list any other specials from firms or individuals willing to con- tribute a prize. President Elmer D. Smith has appointed E. G. Hill, Rich- mond, Ind., chairman of the executive committee of the Chrysanthemum So- ciety of America. C. W. JOHXSOX, Sec'y. igio. The American Florist. 531 Meetings Next Week. Baltimore, Md., April 11, 8 p. m. — Gard- eners' and Florists' Club of Baltimore, Flor- ists' Exchange hall, St. Paul and Franklin streets. Chicagro. April 13. — Gardeners' and Flor- ists' Union, No. 10615. 10 and 12 Clark street. Cleveland. O., April 11, 7:30 p. m. — Cleve- land Florists' Club, Progress hall, 2610 De- troit street. La Crosse, Wis., April 12. — La Crosse Gar- deners' and Florists' Society, Hotel Stod- dard. Lake Geneva, Wis., April 16. 8 p. m. — Lake Geneva Gardeners' and Foremen's As- sociation, News building. Madison, N. J., April 13, 8 p. m. — Morris County Gardeners' and Florists' Society, Ma- sonic hall. New London, Conn., April 13. — New Lon- don County Horticultural Society, Elks' hall. New Orleans, La., April 10, 2 p. m. — Gardeners' Mutual Protective Association, lis Exchange alley. New York, April 11, 7:30 p. m. — New York Florists' Club, Grand Opera House building. New York, April 13, 4:30 p. m. — Horticul- tural Society of New York, American In- stitute rooms. Omaha, Neb., April 14, 8 p. m. — Omaha Florists' Club, City hall. Pasadena, Calif., April 15, 8 p. m. — Pasa- dena Gardeners' Association, Board of Trade rooms. W- Colorado street. Roche^er, N. Y., April 11, 8 p. ni. — Commercial Florists' Association of Roches- ter. 416 Cutler building. Rock Island, 111.. April 14.— Trl-City Flor- ists' Club, Henry Gaethje, 1607 Second ave- nue. Scranton. Pa., April 15, 7:30 p. m. — Scran- ton Florists' Club. Guernsey building. Springfield. O., April 11. — Springfield Flor- ists' Club, office of the Good & Reese Co. St. Louis. Mo., April 14, 2 p. m. — St. Louis Florists' Club, Odd Fellows building, 9th and Olive streets. Toledo, O., April 13. — Toledo Florists- Club. Winnipeg, Man., April 13. — Winnipeg Flor- ists' Association. Wants, For Sale, Etc One Cent Per Word. Cash with Adv. rorPlant Advs,. See Ready Reference Section. Where answers are to be mailed from tbii ofBce. enclose 10 cents extra to cover Doatasre, etc Situation Wanted — By grower of roses carna- tions and chrysanthemums all pot and bedding stock good designer Address Key 479. care American Florist. Situation Wanted— By a Norwegian, in green- house work for commercial trade; prefer Chicago; speak German. Dutch. English and a littl.- French. Key 4SS. care American Florist. Situation Wanted— By young man. married. German, as carnaiion foreman, will also take section: can show best results; state wages in first letter. Key 483. care .American Florist. SituationWanted— By sober young man. age 24: e.vperienced in roses, carnations, etc. capable of taking charge of section on commercial place: north-west preferred; please state wages. Address Key 4.S7. care American Florist. Situation Wanted— By practical middle aged fiorist: life experience growing roses, carnations, violets chry:^anthemums. decorative and bedding plants; single, sober; state wages. Address \. G.. Florist, care Progress Hotel. 12 Chatham Square, New York City. Situation Wanted— As cut flower grower or working foreman thoroughly competent to take charge first-class rose, carnation and chrysanthe- mum grower, also the growing of all kinds of bulbs pot plants and bedding stock, .'\ddress Key 480. care American Florist. Situation Wanted— By A No. 1 grower of cut flowers and potted plants; good propagator: Ger- man. 36 years of age; able to take full charge: nave always made a success of it. Address Emert Prigge. 316 Capitol -Avenue, North. Lansing, Mich. Situation Wanted— By practical grower of cut flowers and pot plants in general; 20 years' expe- rience in England, 3 years in Canada; private or commercial; married; middle-aged; total ab- stainer. Address Henry Tucker. 81.S Queen St.. Chatham. Ont., Canada, Situation Wanted— As foreman or grower by an expert grower having 12 years of experience in the growing of cut flowers, potted plants, hand- ling of help to best of advantage; designing, etc. Excellent references, age 29, single: reasonable wages. Key 47S. care American Florist. Situation Wanted— As working foreman; Ger- man; 33 years of age: 12 years' in this country ; IS years' experience ia rrowing roses, carnations, 'mums, bulbs and bedding stock; also good de- signer and decorator; good worker, sober and honest; best of references; state wages and full particulars in first letter. Key 48(). care American Florist. Help Wanted— Man tor general greenhouse work at once; must be a good potter; permanent position; wages. $30.00. with board and room. Arthur James, Florist, Wilkinsburg, Pa, Help Wanted— At once good carnation grower to take care of section: single man; state wages expected and give full particulars. Address N. ZwEiFEL. N orth Milwaukee, Wis. Help Wanted— Single man. experienced in grow- ing roses, carnations, mums and pot plants; in private place. State wages, with references. Ad- dress Superintendent. 1918 E. 40tb St.. Cleveland. Ohio. Help Wanted— Helpers in rose houses, with some experience; $30.00 to $45.00 per month. State in tirst letter salary received in previous places and e.vperience in the business. PoEHi.MANN Bros. Co., Plant B, Morton Grove 111. Help Wanted.— Assistant single, about 25 to 30 years old on private place. Must be a good rose, grape and peach grower. No others need to aoply. Must have good habits. Wages. $40 per month and board: references. Address Key 476, care American Florist. Help Wanted— At once, carnation foreman to take full charge of an up todate carnation estab- lishment; must be single, fully e.xperienced in growing the best stock, and able to handle men- state wages expected with board and room anci full particulars. Address N. Zweikel. North Milw aukee, Wis. For Sale or Rent-40.000 square feet of glass, in good location; needs partial rebuilding; rent accordingly, or will sell at reasonable price. Key 460, care Americ an Florist. For Sale— One-hall or whole interest in green- house business: best location in the North-west with small capital. ."Address L.^KE Park GRE ENHou^E. Bemidji. Minn. ForSale— One brickset Furman boiler in good shape ; 1 model No. 30-5 good as new. used two winters, very cheap if taken at once: will install larger one in place o( the two. Key 468. care .-Vmeric an Florist. For Sale— A well paying florist business of 4 000 square feet of glass in good condition, very cheap but must be sold for cash at once; the bestreasoii given for selling. The nlace is in a growing college town: natural gas for heating at 10c a thousand CHA.S. DuERR. Gr.inv ille. Ohio.' For Sale— 4,000 ft. of glass in good repair- fine location in northern Illinois city of 50,000. A bar- gain. Hot water h.at: only house near principa cemeteries; is opposite main gate; best car line in city piises door: will rent or sell house and barn adjoining; a paying investment for industri- ous man. Key 4i)2. care AnnTican Florist ?J*J,^**'~*°'''**' "-Klass in city ol 1.800. in the middle west, established retail business of 25 years; close to four large cities: one of the best locations id the country to build up wholesale busmess; owners are engaged in other line ol business and cannot give greenhouse personal attention; present owners can handle entire output of purchaser: a splendid opportunity for live energetic man. Address Key 463, care American Florist, Wanted— To rent or lease with privilege of buy ing: place- of 5 000 to 25,600 ft, oi glass between May 1 and July 1; give full particulars in first ''^"^' ... „ Address Florist, Box 42, Route 1. Downers Grove, 111. Situation Wanted As storeman or assistant in first-class store in west or east. Recommended by present employer. Best of reasons for making a change. Willing to start at a small salary Key 485, care American Florist Help Wanted. We want immediately, for general greenhouse work in Montana, a man of good character and sobriety. Give age, experience and references in first letter! Key 489, care American Flor ist. Help Wanted Fairly practical man to take charge of 15,000 feet of glass in general retail establishment. A good place for a capa- ble man; married man preferred. Address Mrs. Fred J. King, Ottawa, lU. Wanted. Experienced greenhouse builders and glaziers; write at once. THE MIAMI FLORAL CO., Dayton, Ohio. WANTED AT ONGE A sober, industrious man for general greenhouse work. Wages $14.00. Address Key 454, care American Florist. WANTED. Two young men with some experience in general greenhouse work, as assistants on large place. Good wages and chance for advancement. Address Key 477, care American Florist QreenhouseConstruction BY PROF. L, R. TAFT. It tells the whole story about how to build and heat a greenhouse, be it large or small, and that, too. In a plain, easily understood, practical way. It has 210 pairei and 118 illnstrations. PRICE, $1.50 Greenhouse Management By the same author. Covers the subject completelT. 382 paget. PRICE, $1.50. American Florist Co., 334 Dearborn St., Chicago. 532 The American Florist, April g, The Easter Flower Market. Ed. Ameeican Florist: — The enclosed clipping from the Memphis Commercial Appeal, one of the most influential and widely read journals in the south, contains several statements which will be news to the "elect," as well as to the general pub- lic. Evidently the Longiflorum and Formosum lilies are not a factor in the lily market, as present prices are "logically" explained by the shortage of bulbs from Bermuda. Some of us now know, for the first time, how business is conducted in Chicago, and can imagine the principal wholesalers driving around in a "one-hoss" wagon., collecting hyacinths which have been "grown by the children." But best of all Is the statement that there is a fortune to "be made by the cultivation of flowers," and we may soon expec'. plenty of accessions to the list of growers. Mac. "Like other luxuries of the season, Easter flowers have soared In price be- yond all reach of reason. The increase may be sympathetic. There if how- ever, a more logical reason for the ad- vance in the price of the Easter lily than in many other commodities on the market. Easter coming early this year, and the season being delayed in the island of Bermuda, which makes the favorite lily very scarce, the supply Is limited. According to New York reports, only 30,000 bulbs were im- ported this season, and the average shipment is never less than 50,000 as a rule. "But other flowers have not been delayed by the season, and as most of them are glass grown, there Is no reason why the cost this year should be greater than last. The price of earth has not advanced, except in cer- tain classes of building lots. The soil, care and original cost of bulbs and seed remains unchanged, yet the flower output this season has reached a top note in a crescendo of increas- ing value. Never before has the Easter floral offering cost so much. People for the first time have begun to speculate on the fortune which is to be made by the cultivation of flow- ers. "Most of the flowers used in Mem- phis are grown about Chicago. Floral commission merchants buy the indi- vidual crop of each suburban planter. In many homes in the suburban towns about Chicago the children grow hya- cinths for the market. They grow other flowers as well. From house to house the merchant drives, collecting and buying the stock of each small grower. The gathered flowers are then marketed in Chicago. The flower . market of that city is the most im- portant in the United States outside of New York. Southern violets are shipped to Chicago, only to be shipped back again to local dealers. "The trade in flowers during late years has grown in magnitude. There are great farms in the suburbs of Chi- cago and along the sandy lake shore devoted exclusively to the growing of roses. In the summer they are made hardy in the open air. In the winter the plants are housed under glass and forced for blooming. The winter sup- ply comes largely from these plants. The Easter flower market has been plentifully supplied. The scarcity of the Bermuda lily probably had a ten- dency to Increase the general cost of flowers, and the high cost of other things added a sympathetic impetus toward higher prices." California Flower Market AND Shipping Department WITH All Kinds of Cut Flowers 31-33 Lick Place, San Francisco, Calif. WHOLESALE Coal From Plant Spores. A writer in a recent issue of Rho- dora reports that certain coals that have been investigated consist almost entirely of the microspores and megas- pores of certain fern allies that flour- ished during the coal forming period according to the American Botanist. By careful manipulation of the coal it is possible to study the spores satis- factorily with the microscope. These spores are the next thing to pollen grains — pollen grains themselves being essentially spores — and the bituminous matter found in some coals is re- garded as produced from the waxy matter contained in the spore coats. Mekidian, Miss. — A 25 per cent in- crease in sales at similar prices to last year is Mrs. N. G. McKinney's report for Easter, and there was plenty of stock of all kinds. Lilies were most sought in flowering plants, though all sold well and carnations and lilies were the best sellers in cut flowers. Texabkana, Ark. — The Stegall Floral Co. reports a 25 per cent increase in its sales at Easter over those of last year, but competition kept prices down. There were not enough cut flowers, but plenty of flowering plants, which were greatly in demand. Car- nations were most looked for in cut flowers. New Oeleans, La. — Business for Easter with Abele Bros, this year was about the same as last, but at higher prices. Large azaleas and lilies were most called for In plants, and flowers of all kinds sold out. Owing to the hot weather stock shipped here from Chicago arrived in poor condition, much of it, apparently, having been pickled. Ambler, Pa. — The Pennsylvania School of Horticulture for Women is now ready to receive pupils. This school, which is on a 20-acre farm, offers a two-year course in horticul- ture to women only. As the green- houses and other buildings are not yet built, the first pupils will get the benefit of helping with the planning of this work. Miss Jane B. Haines, of Cheltenham, Pa., is the secretary of the school. The Merits of APHINE Will again be publicly exploited at a demonstration before the Nassau County Horticultural Society at Pembroke Hall, Glen Cove, L. I., Wednesday afternoon, April 13tll, from, three to six o'clock. We are anxious to have a large collection of insect-infested plants submitted at this test, so that we can decisively demonstrate the wonderful merits of this new in- secticide, Apiiine. You are cordially invited. Aphine Manufacturing Co. MADISON, N. J. Pouqhkeepsie, N. Y. — An interesting paper on violet culture, read by Peter T. DeVoy of Worral avenue at the meeting of the Dutchess County Hor- ticultural Society, March 29, was one of the principal features of the meet- ing. Mr. DeVoy has raised a new violet of a light shade, flowers of which were shown and much admired by those present. He has named It after his daughter, Marie Elsie. 19^°' The American Florist. 533 NOW READY ■The American Florist Company's- Trade Directory Contains 570 Pages. Price $3.00 Postpaid. THE AMERICAN FLORIST COMPANY'S Trade Directory for 1910, fully revised to date, with thousands of new names and chanjjes of address, is now ready for distribution. It contains 570 pages, including complete lists of the Florists, Seedsmen and Nurserymen of the United States, Canada, Central and South America arranged both by states and towns and all names alphabetically. Also lists of Foreign Merchants, Firms Which Issue Catalogues, Horticultural Supply Concerns, Parks, Cemeteries, Landscape Architects, Experiment Station Horticulturists, Botanical Gardens, Seed Growers, and much other conveniently indexed and invaluable trade information. PUBLISHED BY THE American Florist Co. 324 Dearborn St., Chicago. 634 The American Florist. April 9, ■• PLENTY OF STOCK [5„*e'i There has been a tremendous demand for our stock, but the continued fine weather has brought the flowers along rapidl}-, and we are cutting heavily on all the better grades of Beauties, Roses and Carnations, with all other seasonable stock in first-rate order. SEND US YOUR ORDERS AND THEY WILL BE TAKEN CARE OF. AMERICAN BEAUTIES Per doz. Extra long stems $3 00 30 inch stems 2 60 24 inch stems 2 00 20 inch stems 1 50 18-inch stems 1 25 15 inch stems 1 00 Short stems 75 Chatenay, Richmond, Mrs. Field, Uncle Per 100 John, Bride, Bridesmaid, Ivory, Sun- rise and Perle $4 00 to $6 00 Per 100 My Maryland and Killarney $ 4 00 to $ 8 00 Roses, our selection Carnations $ 1 60 to Harrisli Valley Adiantum Asparagus, per bunch Ferns, per 1000 3 00 to 3 00 2 00 12 50 400 1 00 50 2 50 2,000,000 FEET OF MODERN GLASS. PETER REINBERG, 35 Randolph St., Chicago Weather Helps General Business. In its weekly review of Chicago trade, Dun's Review, published by R. G. Dun & Co., in the issue of April 2, says: "Business generally exhibits a prompt response to the seasonable weather. Payments through the banks, deposits and loans are seen to be far above all previous records, a convincing testimony to improved ac- tivity in the leading industries and in- vestment. Movements have become re- markably extended in heavy materials, raw supplies and factory outputs, but those of grain, live stock, and pro- visions show decline. Forwardings of general merchandise to the interior ex- ceed those of a year ago. High prices still affect the markets for the principal foodstuffs, and buyers op- erate cautiously. Farm reports reflect gratifying progress in seeding, and the anxiety to complete spring work soon accounts for smaller crop marketings at this time." Chicago. MARKET OVERSTOCKED. The latter part of last week the market was glutted with all kinds of stock and the greatest difliculty was found, both in the commission houses and the grower's establishments, in cleaning up. Not only roses and car- nations, but everything else was over plentiful. Among the flowers that have been arriving in quantity is the outdoor southern lilac, a flower that is usually looked forward to and — the first lots at any rate — welcomed. It is hardly welcome now, in view of the scant demand and the great quantity of other stock, and is about 26 days earlier than usual. The outdoor daffo- dils are coming in, apparently, in car- load lots and are becoming a nuisance. There are so many of these flowers that some of the boxes are never even unpacked. Indoor bulb stock is, of course, affected in price by this cheap southern stock, yet, for the season, good tulips seem to be holding their own very well — but they must be good and fresh to stand shipping. The week also saw the first appearance of the pretty little trailing arbutus or May flower, one of the most fragrant little flowers in existence. Good yellow irises are also in and we saw a few German varieties, but the latter were not of very good quality and looked as if they had suffered considerably in (( The Busiest House in Cliicago »» [S OSES and CARNATIONS galore. Also a world of Spring Flowers — the best on this market. Get our prices. We believe they will appeal to you. J. B. DEANUD CO. 51-53 Wabash Ave., CHICAGO transit. Pansies continue to arrive in quantity and make a variety. Orchids, gardenias, lily of the valley, sweet peas and other flowers for street wear have taken a little fillip, probably owing to the bright weather, but violets are rapidly reaching the "down and out" stage. On Sunday and Monday the weather kept warm and stock kept pouring in, making the wholesalers wonder when the avalanche was going to cease. It did not cease, though, as showing what only one day's cold will do, the Wed- nesday morning cut was not so heavy by nearly one-half as the previous day's. Roses naturally felt the change quicker than carnations, and the Beauty run was checked considerably. There is nothing, of course, in a day or two of cool weather to make any very substantial change at this time of the year, but it has been so un- seasonably hot up till now, and the plants have been working so hard that in the natural course of events a shorter supply may be expected. Then, several of the large growers, urged by the forward condition of the young stock and the low prices prevailing, are already throwing out their roses, and this all has a tendency in the same direction. Candidum lilies have been arriving here in small quantities and fair quality, making a welcome change from the ubiquitous Easter lily and calla. Taken as a whole, the week must be described as a poor one. There were good days for shipping, notably Friday and Monday, but there were also very poor ones and these, unfortunately, were in the majority. NOTES. J. F. Felke, aged 47, died at the Alexian Brothers' hospital March 31 at the age of 47, from dropsy and Bright's disease. Mr. Felke used to be in part- nership with Nic Miller, now of the J. B. Deamud Co., on Mohawk street, and later at Wilmette. He bought out the old firm of Felke & Wagner and later sold the interest in it to his father and Mr. Miller. He was Nic's brother-in-law, also brother-in-law to Anton Then. The funeral was held on Saturday, April 2. Vaughan's Seed Store forces are on the jump from early morning till late at night and during the rush hours of the day. The space in both stores, 84 Randolph street and 809 W. Ran- dolph street, is wholly inadequate to accommodate the throngs of custom- ers. In the evening when the stores are closed to all but the night force, sentinels have to guard the doors to keep customers out while the workers enter or leave the buildings. John Mangel has been very busy with wedding decoratins and a "pink and white" wedding on the north side gave him an opportunity to put in some of his best work. The whole scheme was pink and white except for the green foliage and consisted of white Killarney, and Killarney roses, a few lilies and some banks of Azalea Vervaneana. The roses were used on the tables and the same color scheme carried out throughout. Expressman Senator Tom Piatt was blamed for the following: "Antici- pating your desire to transport to sun^ dry propinquities and various habitats igio. The American Florist, 535 BEAUTIES Very large Crop of long Stems They are the best quality in this market. Also a Big Cut of Roses and Carnations BUY DIRECT OF THE GROWER -Current Price List- ROSEIS, our selection, medium length stems $2 00 per 100 American Beauties perdoz. Extra long $3 CO 30 inch 2 00 24-inch f 50 18-inch 1 CO Short stems per 108, $3 00 to $4 00 Carnations Fancy red extra longO.P.Bassett. Fancy White Enchantress Fancy Pink Enchantress and WiDsor $2 ODto 3 00 Per 100 $3 00 3 00 White and Pinic Killarney, Rictunonds, Maids, Perles and Brides Extra long and select, per 100 .18 00 Good lengths per 100 6 00 Medium lengths, per luO $4 00 to 5 00 Short lengths 2 00 to 3 00 Miscellaneous Lily of the Valley per 100 Tulips, all colors $3 00 3 00 Miscellaneous Sweet Peas, per ICO % .WtoS 75 Asparagus Sprays, per 100 3 00 to 4 CO Asparagus Strings Sprengeri, per lOO 2 00 to Smilax, very long and heavy, per doz Adiantum, per 100 Galax, green orbronze, per lOOO.. Ferns, per 1000 50 3 00 2 50 1 00 1 00 2 50 Bassett & Washburn store and Office; 76 Wabash Ave,, OHXOA^C^O Greenhouses: HINSDALE, ILL. certain commodities appertaining to the genus flora contingent to our line of locomotion, and assuring you that, being unable to conform with sundry legal usages concerning delivery (and putting aside all unnecessary and con- fusing verbiage) we agree without any equivocation or mental reservation whatsoever to reimburse you in the event of the unfulfillment of the con- tract we are about to enter upon. We respectfully solicit your valued patron- age, as our quadruped attached to the vehicle is at your portal and admits of no lost motion." Peter Reinberg's American Beauty roses have been arriving in great quantities during the week, and the quality is excellent. His other roses too are fine, and so are the carna- tions, sweet peas and other stocks. Out-of-town trade has kept up very well, and considering the large amount of stock on hand, each day shows a very fair clean up. Mr. Rein- berg was re-elected as alderman of the Twenty-sixth ward by an over- whelming majority. An appeal has been made to the city council for a municipal green- house and nursery on the city's Riv- erside property known as Gage farm. We note that City Forester Frost has been advising the planting of smaller, younger trees in the city streets in the place of those of larger caliber, and this looks like good advice. The J. B. Deamud Co. was the first house to handle the trailing ar- butus this year, considerably earlier than usual. J. B. has also secured a fine lot of forced Lilium candidum. quite an unusual feature in the mar- ket. Discriminating buyers can al- ways find something here in the way of novelties. „ , Vaughan & Sperry are working hard to clean up the heavy consignments of good stock and succeeding in doing it. A very large amount of business is done here now, but not without some good hustling and careful manip- ulation. Carnations of excellent qual- ity, sweet peas and roses are leaders. Louis Wittbold, of the Geo. Witt- bold Co., reports another extremely busy month, the best March on record. Outside work, such as grading and planting, as well as the transient trade at the retail stores have been greatly helped by the fine weather. Winterson's Seed Store has almost disposed of its consignment of box specimens and is now making prepa- rations for a large shipment of bay trees, mostly standards, in assorted sizes. The entire force is busy day and night and Sundays. Kyle & Foerster handled a very heavy out-of-town trade at the week end. good carnations being a consid- erable part of the consignments. Ex- tra good lilies are among the best showings here this week. Charlie Drissler of the Wietor Bros, force joined the benedicts April 5. On this date he married Miss Mary Solt at St. Michael's church at 9 a. m. Good luck, Charlie. E. H. Hunt reports a falling off in business the end of last week, but Monday of the present week showed an excellent demand, causing a good clean up. L. Wasserman, Muskegon, Mich., was in town buying supplies this week and reports the best Easter trade he ever had. The Foley Mfg. Co. has another ex- periment station greenhouse plant un- der construction at Madison, Wis. The A. L.. Randall Co. reports the Evergreen flower fertilizer an excel- lent seller. Wietor Bros., Wholesale Growert of ..CUT nOWERS.. 51 Wabash Avenne. CHICAGO. Price List American Beauties, Per doz Extra long .-..$ 3 00 36-inch stems 2 50 30-inch stems 2 00 24-incb stems 1 50 20-incb stems 1 00 12 inch stems 75 Short 50 PerlOO Killarney, extra $8 00 . " medium good $3 00 to Richmond, extra 600 4 00 800 6 00 500 800 500 400 800 800 300 800 400 fancy good 4 OOto Mrs. Jardlne, extra 6 00 to fancy good White KlUameir, fancy '4 00 to Brides and Maids, fancy 4 OOto good Uncle Jolm, fancy SlOto good 3 OOto Perle. fancy 10 cents ROSES, our selection $3 00 Carnations, extra fancy 3 00 Easter Lilies, short $2 00 per doz. Valley 3 OO to 4 00 Asparagus Plnmosos, extra quality, per bunch 73c Fancy Ferns, per 1060 $2 50 All other stock at lowest mMket rates. Prices subject to cbangs without notice. No charge for packing. 536 The American Florist. April g, Beauties and All Other Stock IN GOOD SUPPLY Everything is plentiful and clieap this week and the quality is excellent, but the weather has turned cooler, and it may be less plentiful and dearer. But get acquainted with us and we will keep \ou posted. = A FEW LEADERS = Roses, in all popular varieties $3 00 to $6 00 per 100 Callas, 10 to 12 cents Carnations, 1 50 to 2 00 per 100 Fancy Valley $3 00 to $4 00 per 100 Lilium Longiflorum, 10 to 12 cents each Fancy Ferns, Leucothoe, Galax, Mexican Ivy. Wire Us for Prices on Large Quantities VAUGHAN & SPERRY ''""Se^:r25?r"'" 52=54 Wabash Ave., CHICAGO The Beauty crop at Bassett & Wash- burn's must be large, judging by the amount of flowers arriving daily, and the quality is excellent. Richmond is also arriving in good shape, as are the teas. A fair shipping and city trade is reported. Zech & Mann are showing excellent stock and report their out-of-town trade good, many of the new custom- ers who came to them at Easter stay- ing with them since. Good stock and careful personal supervision of all or- ders always make for success. John C. Behrer, democratic candi- date for aldei'man in the Seventh ward, failed of election last Tuesday, but made a very considerable gain for his party in a republican stronghold. The funeral of Robt. Wilson Patter- son, editor of the Tribune, April 4, created a heavy demand for funeral work, of which The Ernst Wienhoeber Floral Co. had a large share. E. F. Winterson finds all his rest and recreation right in the cut flower business and was still hard at it at 11 p. m. last Sunday night. S. Muir says that trade at his two stores has been a little quieter since Easter, though very satisfactory as a whole. The Bohannon Floral Co. has had several good decorations during the week and reports trade generally good. Visitors: Fred Holton, of Holton & Hunkel, Milwaukee, Wis.; John Evans, Richmond, lad.; Albert C. Rott, Joliet; P. Peterson, of the J. D. Thompson Carnation Co., Joliet; L. Wasserman, Muskegon, Mich.; C. H. Woolsey, Rockford; C. Peterson, of Peterson & Son, Esc2.naba, Mich.; G. E. Serviss, Batavia; M. S. Crozer, Cedar Rapids, la. BOWUNG. There will be a double-header Thursday night at Bensinger's alleys, six games being scheduled, and a start to be made at 7 p. m. Next week will be the same and an extra game will have to be rolled the succeeding week at some other alleys, probably Flen- ner's. This is in order to catch up on the schedule, games having been missed at the time of the flower show, the election of oflicers at the Florists' Club, and the week previous to Easter. The Carnations and Violets are now tied, so an interesting series is looked forward to. Wolf still leads in the race for the Deamud cup, though Tar- nall gained 2S pins last week and is now only five behind. St. Louis. OUTDOOR STOCK POUNDS PEIOES. The weather has been somewhat cooler with some rain. Everything is far advanced. Lilac from the coun- try has been coming all week and this outdoor stock has influenced the mar- ket considerably. Narcissus poeticus from the south is coming to hand in large quantities. Sweet peas have been abundant, in fact, everything seems to be in crop. Easter was early and the plant men are looking out for early disposal of their bedding stock. Roses are on and prices have a downward tendency. NOTES. We regret to announce the death of Annie Bova, sister of Dominic Bova, of the Red Bud Floral Co., aged eight years. She was an exceptionally beautiful child. Henry Emmons, of Belleville, was in with carnations Saturday and re- turned busy with funeral work. He reports fine Easter trade. Miss Edith E. Ostertag, eldest daughter of Henry Ostertag, of Oster- tag Bros., was married to John W. Doedii, March 30. A. W. Murray, of Union boulevard, reports a splendid Easter trade. This was the first Easter in his new store. Martin Moran reports spring trade as far advanced, owing to the very warm weather we are now having. C. Young & Sons Co.'s display of tulips in their show windows on Olive street is very attractive. Kalisch Bros, report a splendid Easter trade. Their stock was almost entirely cleaned out. J. F. Wilcox, of Council Bluffs, la., ships several boxes of roses to this market daily. E. W. Guy, Belleville, 111., has been busy repairing the damage done by the recent fire. Andy Hoffmann was on the market Sunday in the interests of George Waldbart. The Eggeling Floral Co. is cutting some fine carnations at the Kinloch plant. The Horticultural Society expects to have a fall show on a very grand scale. Frank Bucksart has been working lately in the local forestry department. H. Skelcher & Sons, Webster Grove, are sending in some nice cut pansies. Miss May Burns is now in the em- ploy of Ostertag Bros. The St. Louis Seed Co. reports trade as good. W. F. Urbana-Cliampalgn, 111. The weather for Easter business was ideal and all report large sales. Gus Johnson reports business as far sur- passing that of any previous Easter. Decorative work and cut flower deliv- eries kept his force at work until late Saturday, and work was resumed Sun- day morning. The demand for car- nations and lilies was far greater than the supply. A crop of lettuce is being planted in one of the new experiment station greenhouses at the university. Chem- ical fertilizers in varying proportions are being used. Later In the season this house will be planted to roses. The carnations are blooming freely, the flowers being of good size and excellent quality. The Experiment Station Department of Horticulture will carry on exten- sive spraying experiments the coming season. Lime and sulphur as a sum- mer spray, will be given a thorough trial, and the Bordeaux mixture tests, which have been running for several years, will also be continued. Large orders for carnations have been placed for election day, Tuesday April 5. From the local papers we note that several organizations are planning, to present every legal voter with a carnation. Chas. Brash, for 10 years employed as grower in the University green- houses, has resigned and accepted a position with Morgan, Adams & Co., at Paxton. Thos. Pranks & Son report a large increase over last year's business, both in cut flower sales and decorative work. H. B. Dorner, secretary of the S. A. F. spent Easter Sunday with his par- ents at La Fayette, Ind. Aeno H. Neheling. Bet.t.ingham, Wash. — The Kersey Floral Co. reports a falling off in business at Easter of 20 per cent over that of last year at similar prices. There was not sufficient plants, but plenty of cut flowers, lilies, hyacinths and cyclamens being the best sellers. Empokia, KlANS. — A new greenhouse has just been completed at the cor- ner of West street and Twelfth ave- nue, owned by the Emporia Floral Co. The greenhouse is 54x100 feet. It has 80,000 feet of glass exposure, with a concrete foundation reinforced with iron. I'gio. The American Florist. 537 Cut Flowers | E. H. HUNT FOR ALL OCCASIONS. rLORISTS* SUPPLIES TOO. -SEND FOR PRICE LIST.- 76 Wabash Avenue, CHICAGO. Mention the American Florist when writing KYLE & FOERSTER W. p. KYLE. 51 Wabash Ave., —CONSIGNORS SOUCITEX). — Wholesale Florists. L. D. Phone Randolph 3619. JOSEPH FOERSTES CHICAGO E.C.AMLIN6 THE LARGEST, BEST EQUIPPED, MOST CENTRAI,IvY LOCATED WHOLESALE CUT FLOWER HOUSE IN CHICAGO. 32. 34, 36 RANDOLPH STREET, CHICAGO. ~ L. D. 'Phones Central 1978 and 1977. CHAS. W. McKELLAR, 51 W^abash Ave. CHICAGO. ORCHIDS A Specialty Fancy Stock in Peonie*. Valley. Roses, Beauties, CamaQons and a full line of al I Cut FlowerSiGreens, Wire-Work and Florists' Supplies. Send for Complete Catalogue. POEHLMANN BROS. GO. Wholesaie Growers of and Dealers in All telegraph and telephone orders given prompt attention. Greeahonses 32-37 Randolph St. MORTON GROVE, ILL. CHICAGO. Quality Counts.. Let as have your next order for Roses and Carnations and other Seasonable Flowers. JOHN KRUCHTEN, SI Wabash Ave.. CmCAGO. Lancaster, Pa.- — Mrs. Elizabeth Hos- tetter, wife of Munroe Hostetter, of Manheim, was killed and her mother and sister-in-law seriously injured March 26 by being struck by the St. Louis express. They were driving home from market when the horse be- came unmanageable and bolted across the tracks in front of the engine. J.aBUDLONG Boses and Carnations A Specialty. 37-39 Randolph Street, CHICAGO. WHOLESALE GROWER of CUT FLOWERS WIETOR BROS ^„t"lof Cut Flowers AD teleerapb and telephone orders gWeb prompt attention. 51 Wabash Ave.. CHICAGO VtoMefloYcrMM-KeU Chicago. Aprils. Roses, Beauty, extra seliect ... 3 (X) 36iD 250 30in 2 00 18in 1 50 15in 1 CO " " Short, 75 Per 100 '■ Bride. Bridesmaid, select.. 4 C0@ 6 00 medium 2 00@ 3 00 ■' Killarney. select 4 00@ 6 00 medium and short2 00@ 3 00 Mrs, Jardine 4 00@ 6 00 " Mrs. Potter Palmer 6 00 My Maryland 6 00 " Perle 6 00 " Richmond 4 00® 6 00 " Uncle John 6 00 ., White Killarney, select .... 4 00® 8 00 medium 2 00@ 3 00 Carnations, select fancy 1 50® 2 00 common and splits ... 75 Callas perdoz.. 150 Hyacinths. Roman 2 00® 2 50 Lilium Harrisii perdoz.. 2 00 12 50 Lily of the Valley 3 00® 4 00 Mignonette 3 OOffl 8 00 Narcissus 2 00® 3 00 Orchids perdoz.. 6 00@ 9 00 Sweet Peas 40® 1 00 Violets 35® 50 Adiantum per 1000. 150 AsparaeusPlum. strings. each, 60@ 75 •• sprays 3 00® 4 00 Spreneeri 3 00® 4 00 Boxwood. .per bunch, 25c. percase. 7 50 Ferns perlOOO. 2 50 Smilax 1 50 KENNICOTT BROS. WHOLESALE CUT FLOWERS 48-50 Wabash Ave., L. D. Pbone, Central 466. Chicago CROWERS^-"SHIPPERS ,-. CUT FLOWERS" '» 59 WABASH AVE. *^* ^ONE CENTRAL^ Pomona, Calif. — O. Roessner says his sales at Easter were about the same as those of last year, with prices a little better. There was plenty of plants, but cut flowers were a little scarce and the best call was for car- nations. We will have anything in the line of CUT FLOWERS and GREENS that you mar want if anybody has it, at Chicago market prices on day of shipment. A. L. Randall Co. 1 9-2 1 Raundolph St., CHICAGO. L.D. Phone Central 1496. Private Exchange All Departments. If you do not receive our price list regularly send for it. Zech&Mann Wholesale Florists Room 2 18, 51 Wabash Ave., CHICAGO Telephone, Central 3284. BE YOUR OWN COMMISSION MAN AT THE- — Flower Growers' Market 60 Wabash Ave., CHICAGO. A Few Desirable Stands For Rent. See JOHN SINNER, Manager. HOEDfiER QROS. Wholesale Growers of Gat Flowers, Telephone Randolph 2758. Greenhouses: DES PLAINES, ILL. Store- 51 Wabash Avenue CHICAGO 638 The American Florist, April p, American Beauties Lily of the Valley, Carnations and all Tea Roses, In lots of one hundred to one thousand. Phone or wire us. WELCH BROTHERS, D.v»„'^fre s.. Boston, Mass, Crafted and Own Root Rose Plants Killarney, Richmond, My Maryland, White Killarney, (Waban strain), Kaiserin, Bride and Bridesmaid ■ Send for Prices W. H. Elliott, Brighton, Mass. Rice Brothers Wholesale Florists and Supplies, 1 15 N. 6th St., MINNEAPOLIS, MINN. Cut Flowers reciived twice daily. Can fill your ordi?'s to vour satisfaction. Also headquarters fof Wild Smilax, Boxwood, Galax Leaves, Hardy Fancy Ferns. Prices quoted on largo quantities THE MUNK FLORAL CO. Wholesale Growers of CUT FLOWERS Columbus, Ohio Weiland & Ollnger 128 E. Third S ., CINCINNATI, 0. Wholesale Growers and Shippers of Cut Flowers. Boston. QUIET WITH PLENTY OF STOCK. The week following Easter is gen- erally apt to be quiet. This year was no exception to the rule. There has been plenty of stock of all kinds com- ing in since Easter and the trade has not been quite equal to the task of keeping the markets cleaned up. There is a little shortage of good cut llHes. Aside from this there is plenty of everything. Roses are coming in freely. Prices are lower and excel- lent values are offered. Beauties are down in price, quality fine. Violets are falling off considerably and the doubles are best. Some splendid car- nations are coming in and seem to find a ready market. Bulbous stock Is coming in heavily, but selling well. Sweet peas are coming in freely. The newer varieties do not sell as well as the older ones. Gardenias are com- ing in extremely heavy and prices are down. Orchids are still short. Valley Is plentiful and selling poorly. Pansies, primroses, anemones, ixias, etc., are coming in plentifully and there is a most attractive variety for the buyers. Asparagus Sprengeri. A. plumosus and adlantum arein good demand and large quantities are disposed of daily. The plant trade has naturally failen off since Easter, but there is still a lively business in small and desirable flower- ing stock. NOTES. The regular auction sales of plants by the N. F. McCarthy Co. begin April 5 and are held on every Tuesday and Friday. A fine lot of hardy roses, flowering shrubs and fancy evergreens will be offered at the early sales. These sales have been held for several seasons and are a fine medium for many growers to dispose of their sur- plus, as well as for consumers to pick up whatever they may require In the line of stock offered. P. Carbone has closed his original Boylston street store and transferred all the stock to the larger and newer location. It Is interesting to note the growth of this firm during the last few years. From rather a small basement store It has reached out until now one of the largest stores on the street is HOLTON&HINKELCO. Wholesalers of Fresh Flowers 462 Miiwaulcee St., MILWAUKEE, WIS. VlioMe Ho¥erMM*Kefe Boston, April 6. Per 100 Roses. Beauty, best 25 00@30 00 medium 15 00@20 00 " culls 500@1000 " Bride. Bridesmaid 1 OOig 4 00 •' Extra 5 00@ 8 00 Carnations t 00 selected 2 00® 3 00 Callas 8 00010 00 Cattleyas 35 00@50 00 Lilium Loneiflorum 8 00(810 00 Lily of the Valley 2 00® 3 00 Smilax 12 00@16 00 St. Louis. Apri 6. Roses, Beauty, loner stems 20 00@25 00 medium stems. ...15 00020 00 shortstems 4 000 6 00 Bride, Bridesmaid 3 00® 6 00 Chatenay 3 000 6 00 Killarney . 3 000 6 00 My Maryland 5 00® 6 00 Richmond 5 00<» 8 00 Carnations 1 O"0 2 00 fancy 2 OOff) 3 00 CaUas 10 00012 50 Easter Lilies 12 50 Jonquils 1 SnS) 2 00 Sweet Peas 15@ 40 Adiantum 1 50 Asparagus Sprengeri 2 000 3 00 Smilax 12 50©15 00 Cincinnati. April 6. Roses, Beauty 1 00@ 4 00 Bride Bridesmaid 2 000 6 00 Golden Gate 2 000 6 00 Killarney 2 000 6 00 Richmond 2 000 6 00 Carnations 1 000 3 00 Callas 10 00 Daffodils, outdoor .50 Daisies 50 Hyacinths. Miniature Dutch 4 00 Roman 3 00 Lilium Loneiflorum 12 50 Lily of the Valley 3 000 4 00 Narcissus. Paper White 3 00 Sweet Peas 500 75 Tulips 3 on® 4 00 Adiantum 1 00© 1 50 Asparagus Sprengeri. per bch. 25 Stallax 12 S0O20 00 MiLWAUKEB. April 6. Roses.'Beauty 6 00040 00 " Bride Bridesmaid 3 000 8 00 " Killarney 4 0O« g 00 " Liberty, Chatenay 2 fl0« 8 00 " Perle 3 no® 6 00 " Richmond 4 000 R 00 Carnations 1 00® 3 00 Lilium Giganteum 10 00 Lily of the Valley 4 00 Trumpet Major 3 00 Von Sion 3 00 Sweet Peas SOff) 1 00 Tulips 2 000 3 00 Violets SO© 75 Adiantum 1 50 Asparagus perstrine, 50© 60 " Plumosus. per bunch. 50 " Sprengeri. '* " 3.5 Ferns. Fancy per 1000 2 50 none too big to accommodate the ex- tensive stock. The pink snapdragon coming from S. Goddard, of Framingham, Is about the finest we have seen for a long time. Salesman Pegler has no difB- culty in placing it as fast as the ship- ments arrive. The many friends of Chas. P. Boyle will be glad to hear that he Is Im- proving. It was thought best to re- N.u.ji.ii,.it.ii..i,.ik.,i..ii,ii.,i.,it.,i.ii.iii.o.iit.it.fi.,i,.ii.a. -THI J.M.McGullough's Sons Co., [ Wliolesale Commission Florists. CONSIGNMENTS SOUCITED Special atteatioo Eiyeo to Shipping Ord«n, i Jobbers of FLORISTS' SUPFUXS SEEDS and BULBS. Price List on Application. 31 S Walnut SI, CINCINNATI, OHIO. ; Pboae Main 584. Mention the A7n€rica7i Florist when writinff H. G.BERNING, Wholesale Florist, 1402 Fine St. ST. LOUIS. Ma C. A. KUEHN, Wholesale Florist, 1122 Pine St., ST. LOUIS, MO. A Complete Line of Wire Designs. WN. C. SMITH Wholesale Floral Co. WHOLESALE FLORISTS Both L. D. Phones, ST. L0UIS> MO. Supplies and Everything in Season always oa hand William Murphy, Wholesale Commission 311 ain treet, CINCINNATI, OHIO. move him to the hospital in order that he would be sure to get every atten- tion. Arbutus is coming in again and the few dealers who are receiving ship- ments are getting regular retail prices. It will not be long before every street dealer will be handling it. The Thomas P. Galvin Co. Is exploit- ing a new carnation, Mrs. Clarence W. Barron. It is a fine flower, after the style of Prosperity. The violet growers are dropping otlt one by one and many of them take up cucumbers for a summer crop. /p/0. The American Florist. 539 Roses Our stock of Roses is hard to beat for quality. Our growers arc in with heavy crop, and a large supply insures best selection. Our leaders are PINK and WHITE KILLARNEY, MARYLAND. RICHMOND, KAISERIN. ^ THE LEO NIESSEN CO., whoi?s"^r^'o& laSs'^rSk^street. Philadelphia. Pa. Exclusive Agents For DE1v>IVl1K I !^ 9l^/%INl!^ll IKl!^ YeUow-WMte Next week. 937 Liberty Avenue, PITTSBURG. Pittsbnrg Florists' Exchange Wholesale Cut Flowers Everyihlng Seasonable Headquarters for Ferns. Galax. Leucothoe and Wild bmilax. and carry a large supply of the best OD band at all times. We quote the following Interesting prices on small or large quantities. b, Ferns, fancy and ^ Wk — rdai-gprs.a;i 25 per 1000 ^mmbm^ Galax, green and ^U^^ bronze h5c per lOOo. | ^^■F Leucothoe, green ^Hf and bronze 65c per Wild Smilax, large cases. $4.50 per case. 15 Diamond Square, PITTSBURG, PA. hlladelphla. A QUIET TIME. The people who were so eager for plants and flowers in Easter week ap- pear to have been satiated and for the time being have retired; at least so it seemed last weelt, as business with the exception of a few weddings, was very light and flowers were piled up in the commission houses to an alarming ex- tent. American Beauty roses have come in with a rush and from having to canvas several houses to get a dozen, we can now get them by the hundred or even thousand for that matter at buyers' prices. Much of the stock is very fine. Almost every- thing else is very abundant, carna- tions particularly so. Southern daffo- dils are seen in quantity, many of them carrying badly on account of the warm weather. Lupins and snapdragon are also fine and plentiful and make show vases for window decoration. Sweet peas are selling as well as anything •and are of excellent quality. There are great stocks of Easter lilies. All the growers, it would ap- pear, had a lot that did not quite make Easter and the continued warm weather has brought them all in at once, so that prices rule very low. NOTES. Jacob Becker sold his Forty-ninth and Chestnut street property last week for a price close to $65,000. About 15 years ago he purchased the ground for $20,000 and has used the same for his business, erecting greenhouses and frames, etc., ever since. A real estate operator is the buyer and will improve it with the erection of handsome dwell- ings in the near future. Mr. Becker is to be congratulated on his foresight and the excellent return from his in- vestment. The annual opening of the city legislature, when newly elected mem- bers are seated, occurred last Monday, and there was the usual display of flowers and flowering plants that made the chambers look like a horticultural exhibition. All the trade benefited, wagons from all parts of the city being Pittsburgh Cut Flower Co., Y. holesale Florists and Growers, The House that has and sells good goods at fair prices. Salesrooms, 222 Oliver Ave. PITTSBURGH, PA. Choice Assortment of CUT FLOWERS will be found here. V\rRITE FOR PRICES. W. E. McKissicK ^ Bros. WHOLESALE FLORISTS. Absolutaly The &eat PoasOala Service. Antiness Hours 7 a. m. to 8 p. m. 1619-1621 Ranstead St., PHILADELPHIA, PA. VlioMe Hover M&rKefe Philadelphia, April 6. Per 100 Roses, Beauty, extra 35 00@50 00 first 15 00@20 00 * " Brides and Maids 6 0t,i8l0 00 " Tea 600@1000 ■' extra 12 00®20 00 Carnations 4 00® 6 00 Cattleyas 50 0U@75 00 Lilium Harrisii l2 00015 00 Uly of the Valley 4 00@ 5 00 Mignonette 4 0U@ 5 00 Sweet Peas 75® 1 00 Violets, single 75® 1 00 double 75® 1 00 Smilax 15 U0®20 00 DaSodils 2 Ouffi 3 00 Tulips 2 OCS) 5 00 Asparagus 1 OOO) I 50 Callas 12 OOSIS 00 PiTTSBDRG, April 5. Per 100 Roses, Beauty, special 25 00@40 00 extra 15 00@.:0 UO " No. 1 8 00@12 GO " Bride. Bridesqiaid 2 UU@ b UO " Chatenay 2 OU® 6 UO " Killarney 2 00® 6 00 " My Maryland 2 00® 6 00 " Richmond 2 000 6 00 Carnations 1 50® 3 00 Callas 8 00 Cattleyas 50 00@60 00 Daffodils 1 00® 3 00 Gardenias 35 00®50 00 Lilac, white per bunch, 1 00@1 50 Lihum Longiflonim 10 00 Lilyof the Valley 4 00 Mignonette 4 00 Narcissus 3 00 Pansies 1 00 Primroses 502) 75 Sweet Peas 50 Tulips 3 00 Violets, double 50® 75 single 25® 50 Adiantum 1 50 Asparagus Sprengeri, per bunch, 50 strings. ..per string, 50 " sprays. ..per bunch, 50 Smilax 15 00 lined up around the city hall just prior to the opening. The April meeting of the Florists' Club held last Tuesday evening was well attended and much interest was shown in the excellent paper of Henry I. Faust, of Merion, his subject being "All About the Easter Lily." K. Boston Notes. A. N. Pierson & Co., of Cromwell, Conn., is sending out some fine cattleyas and gardenias. There are so few good cattleyas to be had that they are welcomed by the store men who are lucky enough to secure them. Sim's sweet peas keep pouring into the market. Tliere seems to be no limit to the quantity or variety of col- ors. This has been the most success- ful season Mr. Sim has ever had. The favorable weather of the last week has stimulated outside work, and stores in town, which specialize in gardening, etc., report the orders as coming in in good shape. H. M. Robinson & Co. report busi- ness as being fair since Easter, the local trade being a little off, while the out- of-town business held up well. John Jansky, the newest of our wholesale dealers, had a most success- ful Easter and is making plans al- ready for Decoration day. This has been ideal weather for the street men and the market has been helped wonderfully by the outlet af- forded by them. R. LOEAIN, O. — There was a good de- mand for Easter flowers and plants with prices about the same as last year. Speingfield, O. — Arrangements are being made for a big fall flower show by the Florists' Club, who have placed Roger Murphy, C. L. Reese, C. P. Bethard, John M. Good and Geo. D. Leedle in charge. Members of the club have pledged their support and the Y. W. C. A. has promised to co- operate, so a successful show is ex- pected. A premium list is in prepara- tion and local amateurs and out-of- town florists are invited to exhibit. 540 The American Florist. April g, Frank H. Traendly. Walter F. Sheridan. Chas. Schenck. DENIZENS OF THE HISTORIC RIALTO WHO WILL MOVE SHORTLY. New York. A GLUTTED MAKKET. The weather of the past week had a telling effect on the business. It was very fine, several days being- unseason- ably warm, and flowers bloomed by the millions. In the wholesale district there was an unprecedented glut and demoralization of prices. The busi- ness of the week was largely an effort to unload stock for whatever was of- fered and in some cases there were no offers. When Killarney roses are bunched, regardless of grades, the specials going with the tailings, and sold for $15 per 1,000, we call that cheap. This is but one of the many Instances of slaughter, and has been paralleled in nearly every line of stock. The retail stores have been buying very light and it may as well be acknowledged that nothing but the industry of the street men prevented conditions from being intolerable. However, there is said to be a silver lining to every cloud. Present condi- tions cannot last long, at least if they do, all precedents will be broken. In the meantime, everybody in the wholesale district is showing remark- able self-control, and trying to look pleasant. NOTES. A movement which may eventually work great changes in the wholesale district has been started by Traendly and Schenck and Walter F. Sheridan. As is generally known, the wholesale business has heretofore been largely concentrated in Twenty-eighth street, between Broadway and Sixth avenue. On or about May 1 the above men- tioned firms will remove to the ground floor of a new and large building, 131- 133 West Twenty-eighth street, and west of the avenue. They will there have much more commodious and convenient quarters than at their present locations and there can be no doubt that trade will follow them. Aside from any personal considera- tions, it can be said that Traendly, Schenck and Sheridan have estab- lished reputations for handling good stock and for fair dealing. They have been active, not only in their own business, but along all lines that tend toward the advancement of horticul- ture. They are yet comparatively young men and we trust that by these changes their field of prosperity and usefulness may be broadened. When Surplus Stock LILIUM AURATUMS 8-9-in. (130 in a case) $ 4.50 per case LILIUM SPECIOSUM ALBUMS 8-9-in. (220 in a case) $13.00 per case CYGAS STEMS % lb. (300 lbs. to a case) 16.50 per case Prices f. o. b. New York. Sold only in case lots. Stock limited. Order at once. BAMBOO STAKES Natural and green. Various sizes always on hand. Yokohama Nursery Co., Ltd. 31 Barclay St., NEW YORK these firms go west of the avenue there will be quite a colony on that side. J. K. Allen, Guenther Bros, and the Kervan Co. are already there and there are rumors that others will soon locate in so congenial a neighborhood. The Aphine Mfg. Co. announces an- other demonstration of its preparation under the auspices of the Nassau County Horticultural Society at its next meeting at Pembroke hall. Glen Cove, Long Island, April 13, between three and six p. m. Growers are re- quested to submit insect-infested plants for experiment. Dull as the cut flower business is. there is great activity in plants. The auction houses seem to be doing a good business and the wagons of the plant vendors are daily features on the streets. Impromptu plant stores now seem to spring up like Jonah's gourd, in a night. It is stated that the home of Louis Schmutz, of 131 Clarkson street, Brooklyn, was entered by a robber on the night of March 28, and $1,700 in cash taken. Chas. Millang, who has been con- fined to his home by illness for the past two weeks, is reported to be rapidly improving. ATLANTIC CITY, N. J. — The city coun- cil has voted an expenditure of $3,000 to establish flower beds at the ends of certain avenues as a part of the "city beautiful" plan. Tkenton, N. J. — The five-story Rib- sam building, the lower floor of which was occupied by Martin Ribsam, was completely gutted by fire March 30. The loss is estimated at $50,000. Elmiea, N. T. — The Moore, Hentz and Nash cup won by the United States Cut Flower Co. at the New York flower show recently, is now on exhibition in the window of a local jeweler. SOEANTON, PA. — Excavation for the foundations of the Cleland green- house (presented to the city by John Cleland) at Nay Aug park commenced March 28. It is intended to have it completed by July 1. Brooklyn, N. Y. — Joseph Proval did not sail for Europe March 30, as he intended. When he went to bed Tuesday night he had nearly $1,000 in his pockets, but during his sleep a burglar, whom the police think knew of the money, broke in and made a "clean getaway." igio. The American Florist. 541 1SS9 Telephone Id? Madlton Square. Open Every Morning at 6 a. m 101O Wholesale Commission Florist, Established 1887. 106 West 28th Street, NEW YORK CITY. Open the year around to receive shipments of Cut Flowers. Prompt Returns To Shippers J. K. ALLEN, A. L. YOUNG & CO., ^!*;»i and Manhattan Flower Market, t!J.?„.!irj:»" WHOLESALE FLORISTS. Consignments of Choice Cut Flowers Solicited. Prompt Payments. Give Us a Tria Traendly £ Schenck, WHOLESALE FLORISTS, NEW YORK. 44 WWT aath STREET, nanes, 798 and 799. Young & Nugent, Telephone 2065-2066 Madison Square. 42 West 28th Street, To out-of-town florists We are In the Heart of And give' special atteDtion to steamer and Theater orders. Prompt deliveries and best stoclc in the market. New York Alexander J. Guttman, THE WHOLESALE FLORIST OF NEW YORK 34 WEST 28th STREET, PHONES, 1664-1665 MADISON SQUARE ENOUGH SAID. Trade Directory OF THE UNITED STATES AND CANADA. PRICE $3.00. POSTPAID. American Florist Co.. 324 Dearborn s^ Chicago ^-'§^^eNN YORK Give us a Trial We can Please yon' w Roses, Carnations and all kinds of Seasonable Flowers In Stock. WM. F. KASTING CO.%^S|°° Florists' Supplies and Wire Designs. August Millaog WHOLESALE FLORIST 41 W. 28th St., NEW YORK N.Y. Gut Flower Exchange Coogan Bldg. 6th Ave.&W. 26th St„ New York. Open for Cut Flower Sales at 6 o'clock Every MorniDE'. Desirable Wall Space to Rent for Advertising. V. S. DORVAL, Secretary, ALFRED H. LANGJ4HR WUOLBSALB PLORJST, 55 W. 28th Street, NEW YORK. All flowers in season. Consignments of first- class stock solicited. Phones 4626 and 4627 Madi°>on Square. Fall River, Mass. — C. C. Warbur- ton says his sales at Easter this year were about 25 per cent greater than those of last year at prices about the same. Azaleas and tulips were short in plants and carnations in out flowers, other stock being equal to the demand. All flowering plants showed a great increase. New York. April 6. Roses, Beauty, special S 00315 00 fancy 6 005) S 00 No.l 4 00® 5 00 No.2 1 00® 3 00 Bride. Bridfsmaid. special. 2 OCS 5 00 cxtraand fancy 100312 00 Killarncy. special 3 00® 4 00 .■xtra and fancy. 2 008) 3 00 No.l and No. 2. 50® 1 00 My Maryland 1 00® 4 (0 Richmond 1 005) S 00 Carnations 503) 2 00 Callas perdoz., 75® 1 00 Cattkyas 25 00360 00 Gardenias ...per doz.. 75® 3 00 Hyacinths 1 CO® 1 25 Lilium Longiflorum 2 00® 4 00 Lily of the Valley 1 00® 2 50 Mignonette. .per doz.. 20® 50 Sweet Peas. per doz. bunches. .35® 75 Violets 10® 35 Buffalo. .\vn\ 6. Roses, Beauty, special 4 00 fancy 3 00 extra 2 00 Bride, Maid. Killarney 4 00@12 00 Carnations 1 50® 3 00 Callas 8 00®12 00 Daffodils 2 00@ 3 00 Daisies 1 00® 3 00 Hyacinths. Romans 2 00® 3 00 Jonquils 3 00® 4 00 Lilium Longiflorum 8 00@10 00 Lily of the Valley 3 00® 4 i Mignonette 2 00® 4 00 Myosotis per bunch 15®25 Ferns 2 00 Galax 1 50 Leucothoe 75 Sweet Peas 50® 1 00 Narcissus. Paper Whites 2 00® 3 00 Tulips 2 00® 3 CO Murillo 3 00® 4 CO Violets 50@ 75 Smilax 15 00 Asparagus Str 50® 60 FORD BROS., Recelveri and Shipper! of Fresh Flowers 48 West 28ih St., NEW YORK. Talepbone 3870 -3871 MtdiMO Sqnua. HUNTSVILLE, Ala. — David Harris has leased the greenhouses and garden at Abingdon Place, where he will grow bedding and vegetable plants. The business will be known as Glenover Gardens. Moore, Hentz & Nash, WHOLESALE COMMISSION FLORISTS 55 and 57 West 26th Street, Telephone No, 756 Madison Square. NEW YORK. HORACE E. FROMENT WHOLESALE COMMISSION American Beauty Roses a specialty. Roses, Violets, Carnations, Valley, Lilies, 'Etc. 57 West 28th St., NEW YORK CITY Telephones: 2200 and 2201 Madisen Square, Walter F. Sheridan WHOLESALE FLOBIST , Telephtnes: 3532 and 3533 Madison Sq. 39 West 28th St., NEW YORK. FLOWERS SHIPPED BY JOHN I. RAYNOR Ar« the best product of the best rronera for th* New York market, Adlantom Croweanmn sold here exclusiyeij, 49 West 28th St., NEW YORK Telepbon* 1908 Madison Sauart, KESSLER-BROS. 50 W. 28th St., NEW YORK. CUT FLOWERS Wholesale Plantsmen and Florists. Phone 233S Madison Stalpments iTerywhere, ProiTDt and satisfactorr. CoosigDmeDts solicited. 542 The American Florist, April p, George Cotsonas & Co. Wholesale and Retail Dealers k in all kinds of '^^jgT Ever^een ^K/KB Fancy asd Dagrger^ vH^ Faros, Bronze aod ^F Green Galax. /N Phone 1202 Mad. Sq. MainStore, 50 W. 28th St., NE^r YORK. New Crop Ferns rANCY and DAGGER ready May 1st. Special price for large orders Price $1.2S per 1000. CALDWELL THE WOODSMAN CO., Evergreen, Alabama WHOLESILE PRICE LIST GAI.AX, FERNS AND LEDCOTHOE Direct from the woods to the dealer. Per 1000 Galax green and bronze JO.JO Ferns, dagger and fsncy 1.00 Oreeen Leucothor Sprays, regular lengths... 2.00 Green Leucothoe Sprays, I0tol5in l.OD Special prices on lots of 100,0^0 and up. Terms st.ictlv cash. f. o. b. Elk Park N. C. North Carolina Evergreen Cc^'^n'c.^"^ Providence, R. I. Business was larger this Easter than that of last year. The weather was splendid, and, barring some dust and a sometimes brisk wind, there was nothing to it but praise. Carnations and roses went slow, same as last year's experience. Violets sold out completely all over town, and orders kept coming in up to closing time on Sunday. Easter lilies went fine at 25 cents per bloom and bud. Bulb stock had a large call, especially in fine tulips and select daffodils in pans. Azaleas were in great condition and were eagerly sought by those who had the price. The small customer does not have much use for azaleas so far as purchasing is concerned. Everyone in the trade had the ap- pearance of a clean-up. Prices on everything were firm, and there was plenty of all stock excepting violets, which had a phenomenal sale. The latter flower was the only one which brought good prices, comparatively speaking. The wholesale cost was low, but the retailer had to get a good fig- ure on account of other cut flowers being slow sale. It was the most sat- isfactory Easter in recent years from a weather, price, delivery and stock point of view. M. M. Baltimore. TEADE DULL. Business has not been very brisk since the plethora of Easter, as was naturally to be expected. A great deal of stock, of all varieties, which not- withstanding the warm weather, failed to come out in time for that holiday, made its appearance a few days later, leading to a congestion of the market, notwithstanding a good many weddings and the social festivities which, as usual, followed on the heels of the great spring festival. The excessively high temperatures have abated, but the mercury marks more than normal, and the fruit trees and shrubbery Is pushing rapidly into bloom. On every side apprehensions are expressed of the loss which is likely to be involved if a severe frost occurs later. The whole of March was more like June in this lati- tude, the thermometer reaching 83°. If the old saying that "a peck of March dust is worth a king's ransom" Is true there ought to be a world of fertility in the dust which now lies on Clara Cemetery Vase MADE OF SOLID MOULDED GLASS 12 inches high, with wide flaring mouth. Can be supplied in green or white. Doz., $2.50: barrel of 3 doz., $6.00, f. o. b. Chicago. Vaughan's Seed Store, \ CHICAGO: 84-86 Randolph St. NEW YORK: 25 Barclay St New Crop Cai^ma Hardy Gut rCmS First Quality, $1-25 per M. FAMCY DAGGER ALSO DEALERS IN Baled Spruce for Cemetery Use BOUQUET GREEN, SPHAGNUM MOSS, Etc. LB.BRA6UESS0N, Oldest. Largest and Most Reliable Dealers in the Uniltd States. Hinsdale, Mass, Henry M. Robinson & Co. Wholesale Commission Florists. LUl riOWclS greens and Florists' SuppUes. Dagger and Fancy Ferns $1.50 per 1000 Bronze and Green Galax $1.00 per 1000; 8.50 per 10 000 Leucothoe Sprays $1 00 per 100: $7.50 per 1000 Southern Wild Smilax, Branch Laurel, Laurel Festooning, Green and Sphagnum Moss, Box^vood Sprays, A large stock constantly on hand. Can fill orders at a momeDt's notice. Telephone or telegraph. BOSTON, MASS. FANCY. DAOQBR. Telephones: 2617-2618 Main; Fort Hill 25290. 15 Province Street and 9 Chapman Place, FANCY FERNS, $2.00 per 1000 New Crop OalBx, Bronze or Green $1.25 per 1009: VUm.SlM SphadnuB Moss, large bales $1.25; ( bales. $7.0(. Extra fine Lencothoe Sprays. Green and Bronze $1.00 per 100; $7.S0»er 1000 Boxwoad per bunch. 35c: SOpound case. ffl.St Florists in the Middle and Western States can save money by placing their orders with us. A trial order solicited, MICHIGAN CUT FLOWER EXCHANGE, Inc. Wholesale Commission Florists and Florists' Supplies, 38-40 Broadway, All phone connections. DETROIT, MICH the roads or blows over the fields. Practically no rain has fallen for four weeks, and in some localities the soil is so hard it is impossible to plow. Wells and springs continue very low, the rain falling in the winter run- ning off without penetrating the lower strata. There seems to be some gen- eral law of equilibrium in these things, but it is hard to say just when the cycles begin or end, and a good deal of uneasiness is felt by farmers and gardeners lest we have another season of drought like that of last summer. Richard Vincent, Jr., with his wife and daughter, are about starting on a trip to Great Britain and the Euro- pean continent. His health has not Perpetoated and Natural Sheet Southern Wild SmUax; L A. BEAVEN, EveiFeeo, Ala. Mention the American Florist when writing been very good of late and hopes for improvement following a sea voyage and a period of rest from business cares, but his eye will be open for the latest development in the line of geraniums, of which his enterprising and extensive firm makes so great a specialty. s. B. igio. The American Florist. 643 DESIGNS OR CUT FLOWERS rwS"p"i»sif,r" will be delivered for the trade in other cities by tkt the cities Indicated, Alexander NcConnell, 571 ritthAve., Windsor Arcade, NEW YORK CITY. TELEGRAPH Orders forwarded to any part of the United States, Canada and all principal cities in Europe. Orders transferred or entrusted by the trade to our selection for delivery on steamships or elsewhere receive special attention. Telephone Calls: 487 and 488 38ili St. Cable address: Alexconnell. Western Union Code. Cleveland, O. The Cleveland Cut Flower Co. 17111 fiU your orders for desig^ns and cut flowers In NORTHERN OHIO. Oayton, O. Matthews, FLORIST 16 W. 3rd Strfcet. Flowers in any arrangement for all occasions, for Dayton and vicinity. Long dis. Phones St Paul, Minn. HOLM & OLSON* ST. PAUL. THE IXADING FLORISTS OF T9E NORTHWU9 Orders will be well cared for anywhere ia MINNESOTA AND THE DAKOTAS. Los Angeles, Calif. J. w. " FLORIST. 'l^s^^^^' 2 18 W. 4th St St. Paul, Minn. L L. MAY & CO. Order your flowers for deKvery In this section from the leading florists of the Northwest San Francisco, Calil. J. B. BOLAND Successor to Sievers and Bolaod) FLORIST so KEARNEY STREET. Atlanta, Ga. Atlanta Floral Co. 41 Peachtree Street. Pittsburg, Pa. H. L. BLIND & BROS., Two Stores: Liberty Av.& Sth St , 5424Center At. Greenbouses; West View, New York. Eatablished 1874. DARDS N. E. Corner 44th St. and Madison Ave. Has his own correspondents in all the large cities of Europe and the British Colonies. Cable orders forwarded by private code. Telegraph and Cable Ad- dress, DARDSFLOlt. Mention the American Florist when writing Toronto. EASTER A RECOKD BREAKER. Easter business was the best ever experienced in this vicinity. The weather conditions were ideal, with hardly any frost, which greatly facili- tated delivery. Flowers of all kinds, with the exception of American Beauty and Richmond roses, were plentiful, and with a great quantity of flower- ing plants and bulbous stock, the store men did not suffer for lack of variety. Lilies were more than plentiful; in tact, they seem to have been greatly overdone, for many were sold for $5 per 100 and lower. The retailers all took advantage of the splenaid stock offered and some very tine windows were seen, the idea being more to show the general stock handled than to make a specialty of any one thing. Dunlop's showed a very fine window of lilacs and rhodo- dendrons, nicely decorated, and had some very choice baskets of flowers. J. S. Simmons had lilacs, azaleas and Adiantum Farleyense. Tidy & Son had baskets and miscellaneous stock; Dille- mutlii had lilacs, lilies and orchids. The heaviest demand was experienced in violets and valley, high price roses and carnations seeming to lag some- what. Frank Dulfort had a nice lot of lilacs and rambler roses. Trethe- vvey Model Farm had a nice cut of bulbous stock and Beauty of Nice stocks. Grobba & Wandrey had a fine lot ot cattleyas and bulbous stock, and their made-up arrangements were much in demand. Albert Houle had some very long stem sweet peas, the finest in this locality for the season. The majority of the violets came from Wm. Fendley, of Brampton. These have been planted in the solid ground and houses built over them; llie advantage of tliis method of grow- ing violets was here demonstrated, for, although the majority of growers are now through cutting, Mr. Fendley still has them in quantities and the strength of stem ana size of bloom are equal to those in mid-season. Visitors: Wm. Gammage, London; E. Dale, Brampton. H. G. D. Gladstone, ninn. Local gardeners recently spent a day at the Minnesota State farm. The greenhouses are in good order, a little of everything being grown. The after- noon was spent with Professor S. B. Green, who spoke on "Plant Diseases and Remedies." F. C. Schletty has been adding more glass and is going in for bedding stock and other plants. S. Detroit, Mich. John Breitmeyer's Sons Corner Miami and Gratiot Avenois. Artistic Designs. Digh Grade Cut Blooms. We cover aU Michigan points and goo4 sections of Ohio, Indiana and Canada. Kansas City, Mo. Geo. M. Kellogg Flower and Plant Co., 906 GRAND AVE. KANSAS CITY and PLEASANT HILL, MO. Will fill all orders for Cut Flowers, Funeral Designs, Wedding and Birthday Gifts that ma, be entrusted to them, Terre Haute, Ind. John G. HeinI S Son, 129 South Seventh St. Telephone 247, Vfe are hi position to fill promptly yll ■iiU, t«l» pbone. telegraph and cable order* iritk bMl aaality stock in season. Pittsburg, Pa. A. W. SMITH CO. KEENAN BLDG. Lartest Floral Establishment ia America Established 1874. lacorporated 1909. Rochester, N: Y. J.B. KELLER SONS. C FLORISTS. : 25 Clinton Avenue, N. Rochester Phone 606. Long Dla. Bell Phone SISI IN HEART OF NEW YORK CITY Phone 2270 38tb St. 1294 Broadway Onr MottO-THE GOLDEN RULE Kansas City, Mo. Samuel Murray 1017 Broa way "" ^°li%«r; Both Phones 2670 Main. Write, Telephone or Telegraph, All orders given prompt attention. Louisville, Ky. EstabUshed 1880. M. D. REIMERS ■iSuccessor to Chas* W. Reimerri 329 FourUi Avenue 544 The American Florist. April p, DESIGNS OR CUT FLOWERS Will be delivered for the trade In other cities by the firms below.the Leading Retailers In the cities Indicated on Wire, Phone or Mail Orders, Chicago. EgtabUshed In 1857. FlORiST 739 Buckingham Place, L. D. Phone 658 Lake View. Send us your retail orders. WS HAVI THK vast FACILITIES IN THl CITT Chicago. HAUSWIRTfl FLORIST Auditorium Annex. Mail, Telegraph or Telephone Orders Filled Promptly in Best Style. (anciimati, O. miUS BAER, 138-140 E. Fourth St Lond Distance Tbone. New Orleans CUT FLOWERS For Tourists and General Trade. Wire or mail. Highest Grade Stock Only,^ uwKH J. VIRGIN — "" — =^=r V I R U I n } CANAL ST. Savannah, Ga. JOHN WOLF, Wholesale and Retail FLORIST. Kalamazoo and Battle Creek, Mich. H. A. FISHER CO. Wholesale and Retail Florists. We Handle ETcrything in Season. MilwaukeCs Wis. CCPollworthCo. ^JKfS'Se.. Wisconsin. Buffaii, Niagara Falls, Lockpori. S. A. Anderson, 440 Main St. Buffalo, I. Y. Mali. Telephone ud TaUrraph ord*n filled •romptiT wiih the cholceit stock. Washington D. C. 14th and H Streets. Also 1601 Eutaw Place, Baltimore, fVld. Lockport, N. Y. The four days preceding Easter were warm and bright, thereby bring- ing- out the people and increasing trade. The retailers who rented stores on Main street during Easter weelc did the largest business in the his- tory of the trade. The wholesale car- nation growers of this county, whose weekly output is about 27,000 flow- ers, were dissatisfied last year with their returns from Buffalo. This year they split their shipments and sent most of their crop to other cities, with the most gratifying financial re- sults. NOTES. Fred Lewis will increase his green- houses. He has had the material on the ground and intended to erect last fall, but, on account of other work, was unable to carry out his plans. D. T. McCarthy & Sons will build a propagating house as an addition to their large plant. White Bros, contemplate building a greenhouse, 40x175 feet. Niagara. Portland, Me. All report a good Easter trade, a few increasing their sales over last year. The supply of ilowers and plants were equal to the demand. E. J. Hammond Co. made a fine dis- play in Its new store, showing good stock not seen in other stores. They are to be congratulated on securing such fine quarters for their business. A. & 66, Ger. Steamship Sailings. FROM NEW YORK EXCEPT AS NOTED. April 12. Noordam, Holl.-Amer., 10 a. m., Hoboken Pier. FROM BOSTON. Ivernla. Cunard, 12 noon, Boston Pier, Cunard Wharf. April 13. Mauretania, Cunard, 9 a. m.. Piers 54 North River, FROM BALTIMORE, Hanover, No. I.,loyd, 2 p. m.. Pier 9, Locust Pt. April 14. Pannonia, Cunard, 12 noon, Piers 54 & 56, North River. La Provence, French, 10 a. m.. Pier 42, North River. April 16. FROM ST. JOHN, Virginian. Allan. FROM PHILADELPHIA, Marquette. Red Star, 10 a. m. April 16. California, Anchor, 12 noon. Pier 64, North River. Calabria, Anchor, Pier 64, North River. St. Louis, American, 10 a. m.. Pier 62, North River. Caronia, Cunard, 10 a. m.. Piers B4 & 56, North River. Mexico, French. Pier 84. North River. La Gascogne, French, 10 a. m.. Pier 42, North River. Vaderland, Red Star, 11 a. m.. Pier 59, North River. Baltic, White Star, 12 noon. Piers 60 & 61, North River. K. Augusta Victoria, Ham.-Amer., 12 noon, Hobolten Pier. Barbarossa, N. Ger. Lloyd, 11 a. m., Ho- boken Pier. FROM ST. JOHN, Lake Manitoba, Can, Pa- cific. Brooklyn, New York. "WILSON" 3 and 5 Greene Ave. and 339 to 347 Greene Ave. Greenhouses: Short Hills, N. J. Deliveries in NEW YORK, LONG ISLAND and NEW JEKSKT. Mention the American Florist when writing New York. MYER, FLORIST, 608-ei 1 Madison Ave. Phone 5297 Plaza. Indianapolis. !nd. Bertermaon6ros.Co. FLORISTS 241 Massachusetts Ave. Omaha, Neb. Hess & Swoboda FLORISTS, 1415 Parnum St telephones l^lJ larUVUl Jl. 1301 ^dl IS83 Denver, Colo. yhc Park ....Floral Co. J. A. VALENTINE. President. WASfllNfiTON D. C. i^£i^ Gude's Washington, D. C. Geo. e. Shaffer, s s FLORIST s s Plione Z416 Main 14th a Eye Sts., N. W Write. Telegraph or Telephone. The Florists' Market Place. Our Ready Reference Ad.Dept igio. The American Florist. 545 DESIGNS OR CUT FLOWERS will be delivered for the trade 1b other cities t>y tbe firms below, the Leading Retailers in the cities Indicated on Wire, Phone or Mall Orders. K&nsas City, Mo. WILLIAM L. ROCK, Flower Co., WUl carefully execute orderi for Kansas City and any town In Missouri, Kansas or Oklahoma. itentwn the American Florist when writing St. Louis, Mo, Write. Wire or Phone Your Orders to 1406 OUve Street, Rerular discouot allowed on all orders,! either Plants or Cut Flowers, nones BeU. Main 2306, Kinlocli. Cen tral 4981 Mention the American Florist when writing New York. EstatUshed 184 David Clarke's Sons FLORAL DECORATORS 2139-2141 Broadway issz-Yss-a coTumbus. Cliflice Cut Flowers Lansing, Mich. Gurdon B. Smith Covers all Points in Michigan. Best of Shipping Facilities in all Directions. Always has the best of Everything. y^v Seattle, ^S^ Wash. T I. W, McXOY Anderson, S. C. THE ANDERSON FLORAL CO. 533 MARSHALL AVI. Saginaw, Mich. — Prices and trade with the Wm. Roethke Floral Co. were about the same at Easter this year as last, with plenty of stock of all kinds. Plants, with the exception of bulb stock, all sold well and carnations were the best sellers in cut flowers. The fine weather made it easy to handle plants, but prices were cut by some dealers. Montreal, Que. — P. McKenna & Son say their sales at Easter showed an increase over those of last year at lower prices. There was plenty of everything to be had, but the quality was not as good as usual. Rambler roses, lilies, rhododendrons and lilacs sold better than spireas and primulas. In cut flowers, Beauties, valley, vio- lets and orchids had the call over bulb stock and sweet peas. Many of the best society people were in New York for Easter or sales would have shown a bigger increase. Denver, Coio. FLORAL DESIGNS AND FLOWERS Best Quality on Shortest Notice DANIELS & FISHER Order by mail, telephone, telecraph or cable. Cable address "Daniels. Denver" Toronto, Can. Canada's best known and most reliable iorist Only the Best Dunlop's 96 Yonge Street. We deliver anywhere in Canada and guarantee safe arrival. Plttsbursr. It seems as though quite a number of lily growers missed Easter by the number of lilies now seen on the mar- ket. They came in with an unex- pected rush at Easter and have been coming some ever since. The worst part of it is tliat no price, no matter how low, tempts a buyer. Roses and carnations have just held their own, with prices about as low as it is pos- sible to quote. Beauties, valley and red roses are the only things that move lively. Violets are on their last legs and their end is near; the nice spring weather causes the people to ask for sweet peas instead. Indoor tulips and daffodils are almost a thing of the past. The southern daffodils are here in quantity but give little satisfaction. Spanish iris is a wel- come addition wliich the exclusive stores appreciate. The green market which had been short all winter is now long and then some. Wild smilax is not dependable any more. NOTES. The Beckert Co., of Coraopolis, who make a specialty of novelties, is con- signing the McCallum Co. a nice line of odd color varieties of tulips and Spanish iris. E. Harney, formerly with Faulk & Furnier, is now on the decorative staff of Randolph & McClements. P. J. Demas states that if he can find time he expects to take a vaca- tion to Greece this summer. Geo. Li. Huscroft, Steubenville. O., is on a northern trip touching Buf- falo and Albany, N. Y. John Harris was missed around the wholesale houses for a few days on account of sickness. The Pittsburg Cut Flower Co. is supplying a lively demand for yellow daisies. Lilies and carnations are headliners at the Pittsburg Florists' Exchange. Mrs. J. Flicker, Homestead, has moved to her new location. J. G. Neville, East Liverpool, O., was a recent visitor. J. New York Oswego, N. Y. — P. G. Campbell has moved to his new store on the Lacka- wanna dock north of the lower bridge. San Pbancisco, Calif. — A petition In voluntary bankruptcy was filed March 24 by Alexander Mann, Jr., with lia- bilities $3,062, and no assets. Geeenville, S. C. — A committee of ladies representing the two civic as- sociations held a meeting recently at the residence of Mrs. A. A. Bristow, to make plans for the chrysanthemum show which will be held here early in November. FLORAL CO. We Guarantee Satisfaction 413 Madison Ave. cor. 48th St. Albany, N. Y. Flovrers or Design Work. Delivered in Albany and Vicinity oo Telegraphic Order. 11 NORTH PEARL STREET. Boston, Mass. Send flower orders for delivery in Bosfon and all New England Points To THOS. F. GALVIN, Inc., 124 TREMONT ST. THE J. M. GASSER COMPANY, (gL(l^[l[L^[i^[n)p.(Q)a We Cover All Points in Ohio. Buffalo, N. Y. Flowers "'Quality W. J. Palmer & Son. 304 MaU St. Louisville, Ky. JACOB SCHULZ, 550 So. Fourth Avenue. Colorado Springs, Colo. PRANK F. CRUMP, Wliolesale and Retail Florist. MICHIGAN. ""'"IJil,' fe'r";"""' HENRY SMITH, WkoleMle and Retail Florist of GRAND RATIIkS pen A UCIKII Leading Florist, UlUi Ai nuilLf TOLEDO, OHIO. All Orders Promptly Executed. 546 The American Florist. April p^ American Seed Trade AssoclatloD. J. C. Robinson. Waterloo. Neb.. Pres.; M. H. Duryea. New York. First Vice Pres.; F. W. Bolsiano.WashiDB ton. D.C.Second Vice- Pres.; C. E Kendel. Ckveland. O.. Sec'y and Treas., Leonard H. Vauelian. Chicago. Asst. Sec'y. Twenty-eighth annual conven- tion, at Atlantic City. N. J. June 21. 1910. Ernst Benaet, of Erfurt, has is- sued a fine new colored plate of gloxinias. Chicago. — Contract prices on the board of trade April 6 for grass seed were noted as follows: Timothy, $4.60 nominal. White clover, from 20 cents to 25 cents.^Visitor: H. Frank Dar- row, New York. EVANSVUIE, IND. — Local seedsmen report that the sales were larger on Holy Thursday this season than that of any in the past 25 years. The fine weather has induced many to plant early this year. Two days' continuous rain has broken the extended drought in the French bulb growing districts .and brightens the prospects very much. but notwithstanding this, the price of white Romans is expected to be high. Ventttea, Calif. — Advices of March 29 show this section has had an inch and a half of rain, which was very much needed for getting the ground Into proper condition for planting beans. Growers now claim to have plenty of moisture to mature the crop which will be planted about May 1, and everything looks favorable for a good yield of beans here this season. New Toek. — A new corporation, un- der the name of "Buds," will be a factor in the seed trade of this city. Carl Gloeckner is president and Wm. H. Siebrecht, Jr., secretary. This con- cern will open a store at 76 Barclay street on April 11. Carl Gloeckner has been with J. M. Thorburn & Co. for 17 years and knows the seed busi- ness thoroughly. Wm. H. Siebrecht, Jr., is a son of Wm. H. Siebrecht, the well-known specialist in lily of the valley and bulbous stock, of Astoria, L. I. The junior, in addition to being a trained horticulturist, is a good lawyer. It is the purpose of this firm to deal in the best stocks of seeds, bulbs and plants. Mr. Gloeckner will be manager. Braslan Seed Growers Go. Lettuce, Onion, Sweet Peas, Growers for the ^VhoIesale Trade Only. SAN JOSE, CALIF. CORN has advanced in sympathy with wheat and on the theory that re- ceipts will become light because of fine weather for farm work and re- ported dissatisfaction in the country over prices being paid at stations. The Seed Business to Date. Holmes Seed Co., Harrisburg, Pa. — We are very glad to state that our seed business for the spring up to the present moment has increased in every department, retail, wholesale and m.ail — the increase has been phe- nomenal, and not only that, but is continuing to increase right along during the present month. In fact, our mail business has increased 40 per cent over last year while our counter trade has increased about 2 5 per cent and wholesale has increased prob- ably 22 per cent. It has been a re- markable season so far, and if good weather continues and we have a little rain we no doubt will have good April weather running into May. The ground about this section of the country is very dry and prevents plow- ing; it has just started to rain in a moderate manner, and if this con- tinues throughout the day and night it will put the ground in splendid shape for the farmer and gardener. Iowa Seed Co., Des Moines, la. — "The mail order, local and wholesale trade have all been greater each month this year, than in 1909, and the in- crease seems to be along all lines of vegetable seeds, flower seeds, farm seeds, plants, etc. The only "fall down" which there has been is on seed potatoes, there being a decided slump in that part of the trade, owing probably to the low price of eating potatoes on the market. Have es- pecially been pushed in the farm seed department, and it was absolutely im- possible to fill orders promptly, our facilities not being equal to it, but we are rapidly catching up now. March was certainly a 'hummer.' Have never experienced such a month in the past 30 years, but am in- clined to look for a decided falling off in April and May." Wood, Stubbs & Co., Louisville, Ky. — "Our January, February and March business have been ahead of last year, especially March has considerably in- creased. The weather, however, is ex- tremely dry and hot and unseasonable, and we are afraid the business will be curtailed unless we have rain some time in the very near future. Con- ditions are very disappointing in some localities, and people are complaining that clover is dying, and lawn grass Peas #* Beans Alfred J. Brown Seed Co., Growers for the Wholesale Trade. GRAND RAPIDS, MICH. and other small seeds are suffering considerably." W. Atlee Burpee & Co., Philadel- phia, Pa. — March has indeed been an extraordinary month in the seed trade. Our cash mail business has increased more than 15 per cent over March, 1909, which was itself a record-breaker. The most "novel experience" we have had in handling this business hjis been the unfortunate falling four days be- hind in the filling of our orders. J. Steckler Seed Co., Ltd., New Or- leans, La. — "Our business compares some better than that of last year. The season has been extremely fine for planting, and taking it as a whole, very few of the truckers, farmers or planters here in the south had any cause to plant more than once, as the first sowing sufficed for the crops planting." Schisler-Corneli Seed Co., St. Louis, Mo. — We are glad to say that we ex- perienced a very large increase over March, 1909, in both "garden and field seed," and from present indica- tions the outlook for the balance of the spring season is very encourag- ing. Vaughan's Seed Store, Chicago and New York. — "We have had a record- breaking March business at both places." J. M. Thorburn, New York. — "The past month certainly has been a good one in the seed trade." A. C. Kendel, Cleveland, O. — We want to join in the chorus "We are rushed to death." , Free Seeds in Hoboken. Would' St garden, Maud? Would'st farm, Harold? If would'st, hie at once to the of- fices of Congressmen James A. Ham- ill and Eugene F. KinkeSd. Each congressman has a room full of seeds that the United States Agricultural Department, at Washington, has sent them in the hope of seeing Hudson County blossom like unto the rose. There is a. great variety of seeds in the offices of the congressmen, 10 kinds of flower seed, each package of seeds bearing a name that would bring joy to the heart of a Greek professor. If you cannot farm get some and let the children learn to spell the names on the packages. It's as good as a college education. The seeds for farming are named so that the lay mind can understand, for while it doesn't matter much what kind of a flower grows where seeds are planted, a man who plants corn expects a harvest of corn. Conse- quently, corn, in the packages of vege- table seed, is known as corn. One thing must be remembered by those receiving the seeds. Under no circumstances must the seeds be planted until after they have been taken from the little envelopes In which they are packed. — Hoboken (N. J.) Observer. Imports. During the week ending April 2 Im- ports were received at New York as follows: H. Frank Darrow, 1 case plants, 12 cases trees and shrubs. Wm. Elliott & Son, 24 cases plants. P. Ouwerkerk, 125 packages trees. McHutchison & Co., 53 cases trees and shrubs, 11 cases plants. Julius Roehrs Co., 22 packages trees. F. B. Vandegrift & Co., 139 cases plants. Vaughan's Seed Store, 1 barrel bulbs, 2 bags seed. Wadley & Smythe, 60 packages trees and shrubs. O. V. Zangen, 1 case trees and i shrubs. igio. The American Florist. 547 Mention the American Florist when writing VAN ZANTEN BROTHERS Royal Netherland Bulb Nurseries and Export Trade. HiLLEGOM, HOLLAND, Wholesale growers of the leading sortsof Hyacinths, Tulips, Narcissus, Crocus, Splreas, Gladiolus, Peonies, etc., etc. Write our traveler. MR. G. HYLREMA, care of Messrs. Maltus 5 Ware, 14 Stone St., New York for Catalogue and Special pncus of all HOLLAND BULBS AND PLANTS Mention the American Florist when writing The Everett B. Clark Seed Co. Gro\yers for the Trade Beans, Peas, Sweet Corn, Onion, Turnip, Radish, Beet, Etc. ^^^^^'"^ MILFORD.CONN. Mention the American Florist when writing Mrs-Wheeler Seed Company HOLLISTER, CAL. Growers of Hi^h Grade Seeds Onion, Lettuce, Radish, Sweet Peas, Etc. CORRESPONDENCE SOLICITED. Mention the American Florist when writing BURPEE'S SEEDS PHILADELPHIA 1 Wholesala Prlc* List far Pleriitt aod Market Gardaaari. Uention the American Florist when writing JOHN BODGER & SONS CO. Gardenet, Calif. Wholesale Growers of Sweet Peas, Tomatoes, Lima Beans, Lettuce, Astera, Cosmos and other Flower Seeds. Uention the American Florist when writing WILDPRET BROTHERS Largest Growers ^^; and Exporters of iFRMUDi^ONlONSl i HIGHEST GERMINATION ^ \± White and Red Bermuda. EARLY DELIVERY Crystal Wax and Golden Onion. Let Us Book Your Order At Once So As To Obtain Full Delivery. Prices on Application. We Supply Seedsmen Only. Port Orotava, Teneriffe, Canary Islands. C AULIFLOWER Sg A B B A G E ^D ULY or THE VALLEY FIPS HJALMAR HARTMANN & CO. Logangsiraede 20. COPENHAGEN, DENMARK Mention the America n Florist when loriting S. D. WOODRUFF & SONS, SEED GROWERS Dealers in Garden, Field and Flower Seeds. Spedatties: Beet. Carrot. Corn. Peas. Beans, Onion Sets and Seed Potatoes. Catalogue free. Contracts taken. 82-84 Dey street. Orange, Conn. NEW YORK. Mention the American Florist when writing GET QUOTATIONS FROM LSNDRETH SEEDS which SUCCEED Bi...sd.ie Bristol, Pa. Mention the American Florist when writing Rape & Bergmann, Quedlinburg, Germany. Elite Seeds of Flowers and Vegetables. Spedaltlei : Stock, Fansies, Cyclamen, etc.. Cactus Dahlias, Bulbs. General Catalogue Free Mention the American Florist when writing S. M. IsbeU & Co^ Jackson, Mich. CONTRACT SEEX> CROAVERS, Bean, Cucumber, Tomato, Fea, Mnikmelon, Squasb, Watermelon, Radish, Sweet Com. Correspondencp snlicited Mention the American Florist when ifritinf Waldo Rohnert GILROY, CAL. Wholesale Seed Grower Specialties: Lettuce, Onion, Sweet Peas, Alter, Cosmos, Mignonette, Verbe a. in variety. Correspondence solicited. Mention the American Florist when writing -FOR- SEEDS OF ALL KINDS APPLY TO W. W. JOHNSON & SON, Llmltli, Boaton. England. Mention the American Florist when writing Telegraph Code Am. Seed Trade issociatioii — 92.00 — In eitber atifi or Saxibte sotrer. AddraM etimt AMERICAN FLORIST CO., CHICACKX 548 The American Florist. April p, I Market Gardeners | ^= Oreenhonse Vegetable Oro^vera and Market Gardeners* Association. C.W. Waid. New Carlisle. Pa.. President: Franklin DeKleine, Grand Rapids. Mich.. Vice-President; S. W. Severance. 508 Illi- nois Life Building. Louisville. Ky., Secre- tary: M, L. Rueteoik. Cleveland. O.. Treas. Chicago. — California rhubarb is in 'and selling freely at $1.50 to $1.75 per box. Prices on all leading vegetables are firm. Notes on Watering. We have just finished cutting a bed of lettuce in a new house, which prob- ably was the best we ever liad, and which could hardly be improved upon. The bed contained 6,000 plants, was planted 6x8 inches and the crop was absolutely uniform, with not an aphis or blemish of any kind. The weight of crop was a marvel, each head com- ing close to the pound mark. The soil used was a heavy clay loam, which never had been manured. We added old hotbed manure and chemicals as often explained in these notes, but the most important part of the manage- ment was the watering. When the bed was ready it was dust dry, so we had one man spade the ground up deeply while another turned a heavy stream of water into the ditch, being careful not to wet the top soil. Thus treated, the top could be worked down and the bed planted. Each plant was wat- ered individually once after planting, which was all the water they ever got. When such results can be obtained, we may as well ask if it is worth while to consider sub-irrigation or overhead mechanical watering. We have em- phasized this point often — see to it that there is ample bottom moisture. Makketman. Irondequolt, N. Y. Dell Titus is one of the large grow- ers in the township, and his place on the Titus road has been well known for a great many years for the skillful growing of vegetables. There are 12 even span greenhouses 32x220 feet and all of them, excepting two, run east and west, the others run north and south. There are two narrow houses about the same length and about 20 feet wide. Cucumbers, tomatoes, let- tuce, radishes, parsley, beetroot, and cress are all grown under glass. I understood from Charles Holtz, the foreman, who kindly showed me over the establishment the other day, that beetroots in the meantime are some- what in the experiment stage in the greenhouses. Two of the large houses were filled with Long Green cucum- bers; six rows running the entire length of the houses. These houses were planted the first week in Feb- ruary and they commenced cutting for market March 25. The strong vines and immense deep green leaves, showed evidence of vigor and excel- lent culture. Other houses were planted to cucumbers, and some were planted to tomatoes. The earliest to- matoes were about one foot high. Mr. Holtz said they were Earliana and I DITTLEV ElTZnOLTZ & CO. I I Ringe, Denmark | (Offer for delivery this>utumn, 1910: J . CAULIFLOWER, Danish Snowball, at $6.50 per lb. f [ CABBAGE, Danish Ballhead (Amager),at 0.50 per lb. | STOCK SEED risk's Branching in all colors. Trade packet. 40c.. oz.$4.00. Pure Wlllte, tr. packet. 50c.. oz. $5.00. Also Beauty ol Nice strains. H. E. FISKE SEED CO., Boston. Mass. that is the most important one for Mr. Titus' trade, but they also grew Bonnie Best and Early Freedom. Lettuce is grown in enormous quan- tities and the loose-leaved variety. Early Keene, is the only one grown. A considerable area in the houses is devoted to the growing of parsley. The whole system is heated by hot water boilers, as Mr. Holtz said it was much ea.sier to get men to care- fully manage a hot water system than it was steam. About 23 acres are devoted to out- door vegetable growing in the summer season, and lettuce, onions, cauliflower, beetroots, cabbage, sweet corn, and celery are some of the vegetables grown. Mr. Titus does not grow as much celery as some of his neighbors, and Golden Heart and Self-blanching are the kinds grown. Mr. Titus has lately adopted a system of watering or irrigating his establishment that ha? attracted considerable attention in horticultural circles. A dam or pond of perhaps about one acre in area has been constructed on the place, the deepest part of which is said to be 10 feet. A large pump, driven by a gasoline engine, forces the water into a 6-inch main, which is laid through the grounds and conducted past the ends of the greenhouses .On each side of each large greenhouse and about four feet from the side and three feet above the ground, galvanized iron pipes run the entire length of the houses. They start from the 6-inch main in two inches diameter and run for some distance; reduced part of the way to one and a half inches, and ending with one inch. There is a sprinkling bib perforation in the pipes every four feet. When it is in opera- tion a fine misty spray is diffused equally over the entire area of the houses. I understood there was suffi- cient pressure to water three houses simultaneously. The system is partly in operation on the outside vegetable grounds, but Mr. Titus is now install- ing it over his whole establishment. The pipes on the outside are 60 feet apart, and supported on iron posts, eight feet above ground. The gal- vanized pipes are proportionately re- duced throughout their extent, as be- fore explained in the greenhouses, and a fine misty spray is thrown 139 feet each way, and the proper water sup- MUSHROOMS HOW TO GROW THEM BY WM. FALCONBR. The Best American Book on tbe Subject. 170 Pages. 20 niiutTatloas. Price $1.00. AMERICAN FLORIST CO. 324 Dearborn St., CHICAGO. VEGETABLE PLANTS Per 100 1000 Beet Plants *0 20 $l 25 Egg Plants 40 2 00 Pepper Plants, Bull Nose. Sweet Mountain and Ruby King 40 2 00 Tomatoes, small plants. Earliana. Eirly Icwel.DwarlStoneand Cham- pion. Ponderosa and Matchless. ... 30 2 00 Tomatoes, small plants. Stone. Par- agon and Favorite and Success — 20 1 00 — Cash with order. - R. VINCEHT, Jr. &, SONS CO.. ^fite^Marsh. Contracts to grow all kinds of Vegetable Plants, transplanted or not. Also Gera- niums. Coleus. Cannas. Salvias. Verbenas. Pansies. etc.. for spring delivery. Al stock only. Correspondence solicited. AlOnZO Ji Bry^n, Washington, New Jersey. WatCil tor our Trade Marie stamped on every brick of Lambert's Pure Culture Mushroom Spawn Substitution of cheaper crrades ii thus easily exposed. Fresh sample i^~>v, brick, with illustrated book, mailed '^iljy^ postpaid by manufacturers upon re- ceipt of 40 cents in postage. Addresi Trade Mark. American Spawn Co., St.Paul.Minn ESTABLISHED IN 1824. Bridgeman's Seed Warehouse, 37 East 19 St., brt, Broadwiiv and 4tli -Xvi-. RICKARDS BROS., Props., New York T. Iipiione 4235 Grainercy. Fine Aster Seed Catalogue Now Ready. VICK & HILL CO., Box 613, Rochester, N. Y. ply of every vegetable crop is, and ■will be, under absolute control. Of course, the first cost of a system like this is considerable, but it is perfectly obvious wlien once in operation it must save enormously in the reduc- tion of labor. JOHN DUNBAB. igio. The American Florist. 549 1911 Both plants and Bulba^/: CarefiiHy Select^df^ ;*^ ^ ' vh\\Q' we (16 not qlalm t|iat our" HE^^l§ii 'ar^/' k absoijBtely free from diseas^oi: that^vei-y b^llk.^ v^^ ;a peffect.*pllift;%'t^d^clai% ffi^ . . I -M&^jfercJ^ifer'ij^pj^fe \v^^^&y of, jspElw i ^ aJ»d ^^ 'i'^^^Weing are producing' relults, #? |fcfc#,'sll!^- bc*!)^ WeerJjjfQjn^ 4ise^^^ '#t,;'S^5jtee^iy||^,ty e^eral c^QiUlfiSwnvl^tlie Prices of Indoor Fruits and Vegetables. New York, April 2. — Mushrooms, 35 cents to 45 cents per pound; cucum- bers, $1 to $1.50 per dozen; lettuce, 90 cents per dozen heads; toinatoes. 27 cents per pound; radishes, 3 cents per bunch; mint, 75 cents per dozen bunches; grapes, Gros Colman, 80 cents per pound; peaches, $3 per dozen. Beet tops, $1 per bushel. Chicago, April 6. — Mushroms, 25 cents to 40 cents per pound; cucum- bers, $1.25 to $1.50 per dozen; leaf lettuce, 30 cents per box; head lettuce, Florida, $3.50 per hamper, Louisiana, $5 and $7 per barrel; tomatoes, 20 cents per pound; radishes, 50 cents per dozen; grapes, Gros Colman, 75 cents per pound; rhubarb, 60 cents. Hop Slioots as A Vegetable. ' In the spring when the hop plant begins to throw up shoots, it is cus- tomary in this country (England) to thin out and throw away the shoots, leaving only two or three to each plant. In some continental countries, however, these hop shoots are used as a vegetable, being gathered when from lour to five inches long, and boiled and eaten lilce asparagus. They are most largely employed in this way in Belgium, where, according to in- formation furnished by the ministry of agriculture, the shoots are gath- ered from about 2,500 acres of hops. The average production is about 70 pounds per acre. They are sold fresh, and are also supplied to preserving factories. They are among the earliest spping vegetables, and appear on the bill of fare of all the large restaurants in Belgium from the beginning of March. — Gardeners' Magazine. One Cause of the Postal Deficit. Charles A. Korbly, who is serving his first term as congressman from the seventh Indiana district, could just as well have contributed to the postal deficit by sending two elephants to his constituents as by franking a few mil- lion flower and vegetable seeds. On January 8 Mr. Korbly sent 15,000 packages of seeds addressed to 2103 North Capitol avenue, Indianapolis, which is tlie congressman's home. It required 45 mail sacks, each sack weighing about 75 pounds, to carry these seeds. The postofflce received no payment for this servicf of trans- portation; 12,000 more pacl ney, Kichmond. f Rose pots . ■ $15 CO per 100 * Sh-inch pots 18 OJ per ICO I OWN ROOT RO«>ES ^ White KiUarney, My Maryland. Richmond, Bride, Bridesmaids, Perle, Sunrise, Golden J Pink KUlamey, American Beauty. Gate, Chatenay, Kaiserin. ^ I .linch pots $ 9 OOper 100 3 inch pots $ 7 GO per 100 1 f 4 inch pots 12 00 per 100 4 inch pots. . - 10 CO per 100 f d We will have large Quantities of White KUlamey and American Beauty Rose plants of the £ 1 best quality for spring delivery. Verbena and Coleus Cuttings and Plants ready for shipment. ■ ' Send for Circulars ' ( J. L. DILLON, Bloomsburg, Pa. \ Bench Plants 100 lOOO American Beauty $7 00 $65 Richmond 4 00 35 00 GEORGE REINBERG 51 Wabash Avenue, CHICAGO. New Orleans. A GOOD EASTER. Easter has passed into history show- ing an advance in the volume of busi- ness over its predecessor. Unfortu- nately, the supply of lilies was inade- quate and many customers who couldn't get them could not be switched on to anything else. Most of the local growers were either too early or too late. The grower who can time this crop year in and year out in this locality is a wizard. The first flowers should just be opening at the beginning of Easter week to have them right, as it is a hard mat- ter to hold them more than a very few days. The plants and flowers shipped from outside were generally inferior in quality. Prices took a de- cided jump at the finish. Azalea, Indica and mollis, hydrangeas, rhodo- dendrons, deutzias, spireas, pans of Dutch hyacinths and lily of the valley formed the bulk of the other flowering plants and met a satisfactory sale. Cut flowers had an excellent sale, and with the exception of lilies were never of finer quality. No evidence of pick- ling was observed and every one was happy. It is impossible yet to give an accurate estimate of the advance in the volume of business, but all are agreed that it was material. X. Moonvines. Ipomaea Multiflora, best white Moonvine, for which we have a world wide reputation, now ready, 2 1-2-inch pots $5.00 per 100. GODFREY ASCflMANN, 1012 West Ontsrlo St. PHILADELPHIA, : PA. Mention the American Florist when writing New Chrysanlhcmum Mrs. Jane Cockborn EARLY PINK. Ready for February and March delivery. Blooms first week in October. Beautiful mauve pink. Good keeper and shipper. $6.00 per 100; $50.00 per 1000. Five hundred at one thousand rate. FIRST COME. FIRSTSERVED. SAMUEL COCKBURN & SONS, 233rd St. and Verio Ave., Woodlawn, NEW YORK CITY. Mention the American Florist when writing igio. The American Florist. 668 Vaughan's Special Offer BOSTON FERNS Each Doz. 100 6-in, pots $ "S $8 00 $60 00 7 in. pots 100 10 00 75 00 Sin.pots ' ?=; 1400 10000 lOin. pots 2 50 Per 100 1000 Asp. Sprengerl, 2Hin $ 3 00 SJ5 00 3 in 500 4500 4 -id 10 00 AaCDba, Japooica variegated. Each Doz. 18 in. high $ 55 $5 00 24to30in. high 1 50 15 00 Ancuba, Japonica type. 18-in. high 1 00 10 00 CROTONS We ofiEer a choice collection of fancy sorts, well colored. Each Doz. 3in. pots $0 20 $2 00 4in. pots 35 3 Sn 5-in. pots 50 6 00 6-in. pots 1 00 10 00 Each Doz. 100 Azalea Mollis, 15 to 20 buds.$0 50 $5 00 $40 00 •• 40 to SO buds. 1 00 10 00 Doz. 100 Bnsb Box Trees, 15-18 in. high.. $4 oo 2()-24-in. high.. 8 00 Ampelopsis VeitchU, 2 yr 1 75 $12 00 .vvr 2 00 15 00 Crimson Ramblers, 2 years old. 2 to 3 feet, well branched, own roots. $2.00 per doz.: $15.00 per 100 2 years old, 2 to 3 feet, well branched, budded. 2.00 per doz.; 15.00 per 100 3yearsold,3to5feet, well branched, budded.. 3.00 per doz.; 18.00 per 100 4-inch pots 10.00 perlOO TaUSendSChOn. Per doz. Per lOO I , . .. , , . , , , ^^^"^^l^nm 2-yr. old, dormant, grafted plants $3.50 $25.00 I Lady Gay, 2-yr.old. dormant stock. S3.00 $20.00 Crimson Baby Ramblers, 3-years budded .'52.50 per dnz; $16,00 per lOD Deutzia Each Doz. 100 Lemoinei. 7-in 10 25 $ 2 50 $20 00 -Clematis PaniciUata, 2 yr. 1 SO 10 no 90 00 3-yr. 2 00 15 00 4 yr. 3 60 25 00 Aralla Elegantissima. fine stock. Each 5-inch $1 00 6inch 1 SO ROSES Per doz. American Beauty budded. $2 00 Gen. Jack " 1 75 Mrs. John Laing " 175 PaulNeyron " 2 00 John Hopper " 175 Fisher Holmes 175 Gen Washington 2 00 Gruss an Teplitz " 2 00 Magna Charta 1 75 PerlOO $15 00 14 00 14 00 15 00 14 00 14 00 15 00 15 00 14 00 Hardy Perennial Plants Achillea Enpatoriam. Anchnsa AngDStUolia 75 AquUegla CIU7Santha in var 85 Arabia Alpina 85 ■ n.Pl 85 Aater Prcziosa 1 20 Cardifolius 1 00 Laevis Pulcherrimus Novae Belgiae Glory de Nancy Ryecroft Pink I 50 St Egwin 2 00 White Dwarf Queen 1 00 Baptisia Australis 85 Bocconia Cordata 85 Boltonla Asteroides 75 Bupthalmlom Cordifollum 85 Doz. iro .$1 00 $7 00 5 00 6 00 6 00 6 00 8 00 7 00 1 50 10 00 1 00 7 00 5 00 600 5 00 6 00 Campanula Medium Calycanthema 1 00 7 00 Single Mixed. 1 00 Double Mixed 1 00 " '■ Single White, 1 ro Catanancbe Coerulea 85 Chelnne Lvonli 1 25 Chrysanthemum Maximum 85 " North Star 1 25 " Larsoni (new)... 2 50 Coreopsis Lanceolata 75 " Rosea 85 Daisy Shasta. California. 85 '• Westralla 85 Delphinium Chinense 75 Album 75 Kelway's Hybrids 85 DianthUS .^bbotsford. 125 ** Plumarius Cyclops 85 " Latifolius Coccineus pi.. 1 00 '* Plumarius double 85 7 00 7 00 7 00 6 00 8 00 6 00 8 00 500 600 6 00 6 00 500 5 00 600 600 7 00 6 00 Doz. 100 Dianthus Perfection $1 25 Her MajeMy 8i $6 00 " Sempertforens 85 6 00 Digitalis Gloxiniaetiora, mixed.... 1 00 7 00 ** Maculata Iveryana. spotted 1 00 7 CO Echinacea Purpurea 85 6 00 Erianthus Ravennae 85 6 no Eupatorium .'\geratoides 85 6 00 " Frazeri 85 6 CO Festuca Glauca 85 6 oo FunUa Lanclfolia 75 5 00 GaillardiaGrandiflora 85 6 00 " KermesinaSolendens... 1 OO 7 00 " Grandiflora semi-pl 100 7 00 " Sulphurea 1 00 7 00 Gypsopliila Paniculata fl. pi., double white 1 00 8 00 Heleninm Autumnale superbum. . 85 6 00 Rubrum 1 00 8 00 HelianthusMultiflorus Max ... . 85 6 00 Spars'folius 85 6 00 Heliopsis Pitcherianus 65 4 00 Hemerocallis Dumortieri 85 6 00 Flava 85 6 01 •• Kwansofl. pi 85 6 00 Hibiscus Crimson Eye 6'l 4(0 " Moscheutos 60 4 00 Inula Ensifoiia 85 6 oo Iris Pallida Dalmatica 1 50 10 CO " Mixed German 60 4 00 Lathyrus Latifolius Albus 1 00 7 00 Rubra, red 1 (0 7 00 Pink Beauty 100 7 00 lavender l 00 7 no LinumFlavum 100 7 00 •' Perenne 85 6 00 Doz. 100 Lobelia Cardinalis $1 00 $7 00 lychnis Viscaria 85 lysimacliia Barystachls 1 00 Mint 60 Monarda Didyma 1 00 Mvosotis PalustrisSemperflorens.. 60 Phalarls Arundinacea var 75 Phlox, mixed, 3 and 4 year clumps. 1 00 Physostegia Virginica 85 Platycodon Grandiflora 85 '* Mariesi 85 " Alba 1 00 Prlmtila Veris Grandiflora 1 00 Harbinger 1 00 Pyrethrum Uliginosura 75 Rudbeckla Golden Glow 85 '• Golden Ray 85 " Newmani 1 00 Nit. da 1 00 SidalceaRosy Gem 1 00 Statice Latifolia 1 00 Stokesia Cyanea 1 00 '• Alba 1 25 Solldago Viri/aurea Nana. 100 Sweet William, Single mixed 85 " Double mixed 85 " " Red. double 1 CO " White 1 00 Tarragon True German 85 Thallctrum Flavum... 1 00 Tradescantia Virginica 85 Trltoma ffitzeri 1 00 Tunica Saxifraea . 1 00 Vinca Minor 75 Yucca Filamentosa, 3 in. pots 75 6 00 800 4 00 7 OO 4 00 5 00 600 6 00 6 00 600 7 00 7 00 7 00 5 00 6 00 6 00 7 00 7 00 7 OO 7 CO 7 00 7 00 6 00 600 7 00 7 00 600 7 00 6 00 7 00 700 500 500 SPRING "BOOK o FOR FLORISTS!" ASK FOR IT. VaUGHAN'S SEED STORE, NEW YORK. All Plants f. o. b. Western Springs, 111. CHICAGO. Albany, N. Y. Local dealers are well satisfied with the results of Easter business, A can- vas shows that trade on the whole was better than that of a year ago. but the amount is hard to determine. From 10 to 20 per cent increase is perhaps a safe estimate. The demand for vio- lets was very heavy. It is not too much to say that so many have not been sold in this city before as during Easter week and a few days after. The supply was abundant, however, and the majority of the dealers report that they could get all they needed. Sweet peas sold well and orchids in corsage bouquets with violets or sweet peas were in demand. Roses were about third on the list. Of American Beauties there was a good supply, per- haps more than at the same season for some years baclt. In plants, aza- leas were again in the lead with a tendency on the part of the public to buy the more brightly colored ones, red and scarlet being favorites. The retailers had also an excellent demand for tulips in pans, hyacinths, Crimson Rambler and the newer varieties of that style of rose. Almost anything with a flower had a market, and for that reason the range of plants sold was very wide. A very important fac- tor in the trade was the exceptional weather. It was unusually warm and more like the end of April than March. Honey bees followed the wagons of the growers into the city along the high- ways, and as a result every florist's shop had both outside and inside scores of the industrious little workers gorging themselves to the full with sweets from azaleas, tulips, lilies and other flowers. It was an unusual sight to see the crowds passing and the bees working within arm's length distance. Whittle Bros, had charge of the decorations at the Ten Eyck on the evening of March 19, when the Uni- versity club gave a dinner in honor of President Taft and Earl Grey, gover- nor general of Canada. On the speak- ers' table were three large oval bas- kets, center pieces, of red tulips. The color scheme, red, was carried out also Cannas King Humbert. Alphonse Bouvier, Chas. Henderson. Mile. Berat. Ex. Crampbell. Florence Vaughan, Mad. Crozy, Souv. de Antoine Crozy. Write for special prices, stating quantity wanted. FRESH TOBACCO STEMS. Bale of 300 lb«.. $1 75; ton $9.00. W. C. BECKERT, Seedsman, 103 Federal St., N.S., PITTSBURG, PA. Mention the American Florist when writing on the 38 or 40 small dining tables with red azaleas in pot covers and with candelabra to match. One Scarlet Glow carnation was laid at each plate. Kentias grouped in the corners of the dining hall added considerably to the effectiveness of the scene. R. D. 554 The American Florist. April g. Vifica Variegata^. R. C. 90c: $8.00 per 1000. Extra fine. DBLE. PETUNIA 2 in. $2 00 per 100 AbDtlloni, 3 kloda, Ziach. 2hc. Geranlnnu. Double Grant. Buctiner. Gen. Grant, 2-in., 2c. Ageratnm, 3 kinds, $1.50 per 100. Swainsonia alba, 2 is. 2c: Snapdratfon,w>iite and icsrlet, 2'in. 2c. Heliotrope, Yellow Daisies, 2'in. 2c. Rose Geranium, 2'in. 2c. salleroi Geraninm, 2-in. 3c. Feverfew, double white, small plants. 75c: $6.00 per 1000. Rooted Cottlngi, prepaid per 100. Heliotrope, Sl.OO: Fnchsla, Skinds. $1.00: Paris Daisy, yellow whit*. $1.00: Caphea,75c. Vines Varledata, 90c Colens, 10 kindB. 60c: Altemanthera. 3 kinds. SOc Ageratom. 3kiods. 60c: Swalnsona alba. $1.00: DNTPetunlas, 10 kinds. $1.00. Catb with order. IYER BROS.. GhaiDbersburi, Pa. Cincinnati. A WEAK MARKET. Since last Monday the market has been weak, flowers for funeral work being about the only thing in demand. This is not nearly enough to consume the increased cut in roses and carna- tions. The street fakers are having their inning and quantities of stock were removed by them which would otherwise have been an absolute loss. The cleaning up process on Saturday was accomplished at starvation prices and at closing time it would have been an easy matter to buy roses and car- nations by the thousand in any of the wholesale houses. Bulbous stock of all kinds is plentiful and one redeem- ing feature- is the good call for sweet peas, daisies, outdoor daffodils and Narcissus poeticus. Violets hereabouts are a thing of the past and the few being shipped to this market show the effects of the warm weather. Good smilax is scarce, but there is an abundance of other green goods. April 4. — Receipts of stocks are still heavy with very little demand. NOTES. The next meeting of the Florists' Society will be held in the club rooms Jabez Elliott Flower market on Mon- day evening, April 11, and a full at- tendance is desired. John Fischer, of Huntsville, Ala., was a caller on Friday and was being shown the sights by Will Murphy. S. Euphorbia Jacqulniaeflora. The highly effective group of this brightly colored euphorbia that was exhibited by Mr. Prime, the able chief of the Hatfield House gardens, at the meeting of the Royal Horticultural So- ciety, January 11, served to remind us once more of its usefulness in winter decoration. This group, however, did something more than this; it contrib- uted materially to the attractions of the general display, it afforded an ex- cellent object lesson, and the individ- ual plants set up a standard which cultivators should endeavor to follow. The color of the flowers is, it should be said, brilliant orange, and of a depth that would justify it being de- scribed as orange-scarlet. The flow- ers are arranged along the upper side of the elegantly arching stems, and with their background of bright green leaves can be utilized in decorations of the most divergent character. It may be of interest to recall the fact that Euphorbia jacquinseflora is a native of Mexico, and to state that it was introduced to British gardens about 73 years ago. The first figure that was published in this country was in the volume of Paxton's Magazine of Botany for 1837, and this is of great excellence. The plant from which the spray illustrated was obtained was Richmond Bench Plants Grafted stock, fine plants for out-door planting or replanting in the benches, cut back to about 18-inches; per 100, $5.00. KaiSerin, 2-inch pots, propagated last fall. Now ready to plant in the benches, $4.00 per 100, or $35.00 per 1000. Bassett & Washburn, Office and Store, 76 Wabash Ave., CHICAGO Greenhouses, Hinsdale, HI. FUCHSIAS There are cone better tbaD Little Beauty. Lord Byron, Renan and White Beauty. Stroos 2^-ioch ^ants ready,$4 '00 per lUO New Heliotrope. Mws Bernice a sport of Mme. Bruant and a g^reat im- proT*meDtoothe latter 2H iocb S8.0O per 100. Katalog for the Askioc SKIDELSKY & IRWIN CO., 1215 Betz BIiU.. PHILADELPHtA, PA. growing in the collection of Messrs. Luccombe Pince and Co., of Exeter. In this publication the plant was fig- ured under the name of Euphorbia fulgens. A year later it was figured in the Botanical Magazine (t. 3,675) un- der the name of Euphorbia jacquinise- flora. Since that time the plant has re- ceived a full share of attention in gard- ening literature, and scores of articles must have been written explanatory of its cultural requirements. These, it must be said, are of the simplest; but simple as they unques- tionably are, they must be complied with. Were one to summarize, it might be said that the main essentials are early propagation, a brisk temperature, and a light position, with ratlier lib- eral !?upplies of water. The first step in raising a young stock is to cut the old plants back when their flowers have lost their beauty, and keep them rather dry for a time, and thus assist the wounds to heal over. With a tem- perature of about 70°, new growths will soon appear, and when three or four inches in length they should be taken off close to the old stems and utilized in the increase of stock. Sand is preferable to soil for rooting the cuttings, and they may be put singly in 2-inch or four or five in 5-inch pots. Those rooted singly will require shift- ing on until they reach 5 or 6-inch pots, according to their vigor or the purpose for which they are required. The others are potted off singly and shifted on until they reach pots of the sizes mentioned, but if rather large specimens are required they can with- out being divided be shifted into 8- inch pots. An excellent compost Is one consisting of three parts each of peat and fibrous loam, and one part each of leaf-mold and silver sand. When grown in a mixed collection where it is diiBcult if not impossible to give them a position near the glass, the results are seldom so satisfactory as could be wished. The best place for them is a spacious heated pit where they can at all stages be within a short distance of the glass, and enjoy unin- terrupted light, except when a light shade is considered advisable. Here they should receive rather liberal sup- plies of water when they are becoming pot-bound, with an occasional supply of liquid manure of a moderate degree of strength. The pit should be mod- erately ventilated, and when it is closed in the afternoon a light over- head syringing will be beneficial. Here we have the code of culture in a nut- shell, and, if anything further need be Geraniums ROOTED CUTTINGS Ricard and S. A. Nutt. ready .\pril20tli. at $10.00 per 1000. SPRENGERI Extra fine, ready for 4-inch pots, first size. $5.C0 per lOO; second, $3.50 per 100. Samples for 10c. PLUMOSUS Good stock from rose pots at $25.00 per 1000. Sample for 10c. ALBERT M. HERR, Lancaster, Pa. Mention the American Florist when writing A New Fern NEPNROLEPIS GIATRASII Awarded a Certificate of Merit by ttie Horticultural Society of New York. Prices: in 214-inch pots, $3.50 per dozen; $25.00 per 100; $200.00 per 1000. 25 plants at 100 rates; 500 plants at 1000 rates. Orders delivered in rotation as received. NOW Ready for delivery, GEORGE GIATRAS, 463 Summit Ave., West Hobolceii. N. J, Mention the American Florist whe7i writing SPECIALTIES. Roses, from 3'in pots. Cbrysanttieniums Carnations for fall delivery. Smilax. Violets IN BEST VARIETIES. Prices low. Send for list, Wood Brothers, S^l^fo'^t: Mention the American Florist when u?Htlng said, it is to suggest that overcrowding should be avoided. — Gardeners' Maga- zine. Denver, Colo. — C. W. Torbert has been granted a building permit to erect a greenhouse. It will cost $1,000. PHUADELPHIA, PA. — Professor Stew- ardson Brown, as a part of the Lud- wick course, gave an interesting lec- ture on "Our Native Wild Flowers" at the Academy of Natural Sciences, March 28. Dayton, O. — President Jacob Linx- weiler, Jr., of the board of park com- missioners, will suggest a city hor- ticulturist and a department of care- takers for the trees of the city, at the next meeting of the park commission- ers. rgio. The American Florist. 5B5 Pelargonium NOVELTIES. From 2Vi-in. pots, each, 25c; doz., $2.50. 1 each of 6 vars., $1.35; 3 each, $3.65. Emanuel Lias — Mottled rose and white. Kln^ Haakon — Purple, dark blotch on lower petals. King of Spain — Reddish purple, light center. Ladas — Blush pink, upper petals blotched maroon. Lady Churchill— Blush salmon. Prince Olaf— Orange scarlet. STANDARD SORTS. Extra strong 2^2-111. pots (ready for 3-in. ).$!., 50 $10.00 " 3 " " " " 4 " . 2.00 12.00 Countess— Cl^ear salmon, white center. Dorothy — Rosy salmon, blotched dark maroon. Goldmine — Bright orange, one of the freest. Mme. Thibaut — white, blotched maroon and rose. Mme.Vibert — Fierjred, blotched maroon, edged pink. Mrs. R. Sandiford — Pure white, double. Marie Mallet — White, blotched maroon. Princess May — Salmon rose, maroon blotches. Sandlford'S Best — Beautiful pink, white margin. Sandlford's Wonder — Blotched white and red. Surprise— Fiery red, black blotches, white margin. Tommy Dodd — Lower petals blush, upper maroon and crimson. Mrs. Layal— The "Pansy Geranium." NEW YO»n*ivroi»»» ijgj ^jjj iijg bedding stock. You need our catalogue. If you haven't received on». send for it. We can handle your order, whether it is large or small. Tfnr fuller T.lBt of Plnnt^ which we have to offer, see our full page advertisement SKtl fUllCl liiai Ul riauia jo the American Florist of March 26th. Mention the American Florist ibhen writtno Geraniums Colevs 100 1000 100 8 varieties, my selection. 24-in. pots. .*3 00 $25 00 10 varieties 2M in pots. .Apr. 1 $2 00 Asp. Sprengerl seedlings 1 00 7 00 1?P,ii£P-Jil-™^*"*i ^- ^ J° "if^ " a ' ;• "i ? m _ . , „ . , , .„ Altemantneras, red and yellow. Apr. 1. ... 2 00 Double Petunias, 3 00 PansyPlants small $2 50 per ICOO SO 10 varieties of Cannas.SH in. pots. Apr. 1.. 4 03 Pansy Plants, large, Apr. 1 150 Cash. No C. O. D, JOS. H. CUNNINGHAM, Delaware, O. POUGHKEEPSIE, N. T. — Business was Warren, O. — A. T. Hoyt has sold good in every respect with the Salt- part of his lot and this cut off part of ford Flower Shop at Easter, and better his glass. He has about 5,000 feet left business or better weather could not I and will probably have the use of all be wished for. of it for a year longer. 656 The American Florist. April p, Double Your Carnation Profits === Last Chance to Buy ... The trade has certainly bought liberally of CarnatioD Dorothy Gordon this winter and spring— orders for rooted cuttines have taxed our pro- ducing capacity nearly to the limit, but we're proud of the etock we've Bent out. and judging by their kind letters, our customers are pleased, too. And next winter, when all those splendid plants come to bloom »nd these florists begin to make money as they have never before made it from carnations, they'll be still better satisfied! Carn sew ave just Have you delayed getting in your order for this magnificent naiioni" 11 so. this advertisement is addressed to you; we have jusi a tew thousand more cuttings in the sand for April ISth delivery and when these are taken, no more will be available till next winter The merit of this splendid new variety has been thoroughly proved, and tneonly possible loss you can experience in the matter is to let thisoppor- tuDity slip by and stick to the old sorts you've been growing in the past Carnation Dorothy Gordon Has a splendid pedigree, a long list of good qualities and an enviable record of prizes and awards. It is a seedling of Lawson on Enchantress posssessing the principal merits of these varieties without their faults. It is vigori us in gowth and is perfectly free from disease. Its flowers are a trifle darker than Pink Enchantress: they are borne in double the quantity and are of exceptional size- averaging over 3 inches in diam- eter. They are wry fragrant and keep exceptionally well. The market pnce pxld for Carnation Dorothy Gordon is regularly 50 per cent, more than that paid lor Enchantress. From the very first Dorothy Gordon has established a splendid record as an exhibition variety. High awards were given it at the meetingof the American Carnation hociety in 1908 and at the National Gardeners Association meeting in New York in 1909 This season it has altiacted much attention and has won further renown at the Pittsburg and Toronto meetings In order to give ttie trade a fair opportunity to test it thoroughly we have from the first sold rooted cuttings at a price which would get it established everywhere. This low figure still ore'-ails and the remaining stock will be sold at these prices: $10.00 per 100; $75.00 per 1000. No further offers this season. •>««,. JOSEPH HEACOCK COMPANY, Disseminators, Wyncofe, Pa. Pansy Plants BLarge stocky plants in bud aod bloom the very best strain attl.ilS uerlOO, JlO.OOper 1000: smaller plants $2.0fiper llifln. Stocks, Dusty Miller. Verbenas, Phlox, Alys- sum. Heliotrope. Ageratums, Mme. Salleroi Ger- aniums, Asp. Sprengeri and Scarlet Sage, fine plants out ol 2i-2-in. pots. S2.C0 per lOj; 300 lor $5.00; $15.00 per 1000. Cabbage Plants for field, $1,25 per lOOn, J. C SCHMIDT, Bristol, Pa. San Francisco. TRADE QUIET. Business for the past few weeks in the city has been rather quiet, but the Easter trade helped in a great meas- ure to place the sales for the month o( March far above the average. There was a good supply of nice stock in the market to meet all demands for the Easter trade. Cut lilies, roses, carnations, daffodils and Nar- cissus poeticus were plentiful. There was a scarcity of violets, due to the fact that the season is about over and also potted lilies, which did not reach a very high standard of quality. At the last meeting of the Pacific Coast Horticultural Society the follow- ing committees were named by that body: By laws, flower show and picnic. The last named committee Intends to arrange for a private picnic to be given some time during the month of July for the members of the society and their families. S. R. Lundy, Pacific coast repre- sentative of W. A. Manda, South Or- ange, N. J., recently returned from an extended trip through the middle west. He reports business good. Visitors: A. Ringier, representing W. W. Barnard & Co., Chicago, and J. R. Fotheringham, of F. R. Pierson Co., Tarrytown, N. Y. Artus. Cleveland. Carnations, roses and sweet peas are very abundant, but have cleaned up remarkably well considering the Immense quantities received daily since Easter. Easter lilies are not very plentiful; valley and violets sold well. Considerable stock is moved in Job lots. At the recent opening of the new store, or rather as a farewell to the old one, the J. M. Gasser Co. advertised that It would present to every caller a half dozen roses. This offer was made Carnations ROOTED CUTTINGS Per 1000 $100 00 125 00 50 00 30 00 Per ton Mrs. C.W.Ward Ii2 m Alma Ward *is qo Mrs. J. C. Vaughan, Bay State and Georgia ....■..■.■,■■■."■.■■■..■■■. 6 00 Robert Craig, Afterglow and Enchantress ■.;;; 350 New Crop Early Flowering Single Chrysanthemum Seed and Gold Medal Pentstemons at 25c and $1.00 per packae^. CHAR LES H. TOTTY, Madison, N. J. ASTERS and DAHLIAS. ASTERS, Vick's early and late branching select colors strong transplanted plants, 2-in. per 100 S2.00: per lOtO SI 8.50. Dahlia Roots, 50UO mixed to color, .$4.00 per 100: $35.00 per lOUO. Jack Rose. Ethel Schmidt, Sen sation. Fringed 20th Century. Fringed Beauty, Gladys.Rose Pink Century, Big Chief, at $3.50 per dozen: .$25.00 per 100. R. VINCENT & SONS CO., White Marsh, Md. List 2''o^o Roses Bumper crops for spring delivery. •Clfif I FFfll F f •■O'^AL COMPANY^ especially to the "army of salespeople" who were invited to "wear a rose to brighten the day." About 12,000 were given away. Isaac Kennedy, West Park, has lost his wife after a long illness. Mr. Kennedy's place was almost com- pletely demolished in last year's storm, from which he has not yet en- tirely recovered. His many friends extend their sympathy to himself and family in his hour of bereavement. The Higbee opening, April 4, was perhaps the best ever. Many beauti- ful designs and baskets decorated the entire store. C. B. GREELEY, Colo. — The Gardner Floral Co. reports a 30 per cent increase in sales this Easter over last year at prices about the same and plenty of stock of all kinds. ROSES. We have the following young roses to offer 1500 .American Beauties 800 Cardinal 250J Richmonds 600 Chatenay 9500 Brides 200 Wooton 6500 Maids 1250 Golden Gate 1250 Uncle John 1000 Killarney lOoOKaiserin 350 Maryland 500 La France 500 Peile 900 Ivory 200 Palmer Ask for our list of Soft Wooded plants. Vincas Extra Per 100 - - Dracenas .500 2V2-rn. at $ 5 00 1000 3-in. at 7 50 200O4.in. at 12 50 20.C00 Boston and Whit- man! Ferns 3.000 Sprengeri '••• Per 100 200 4 in. large at. $25 00 5003 in. Cobeas . 7 SB 100j3in. Verbenas 7 SO I0u0 2in. 3 50 1000 2in. Double Alyssum 2 50 3.500 Plumosus 5.000 3 in. Geraniums 5,000 4 in. Geraniums GEO. A. KUHL, Wholesale Grower Pekin, 111. Mention the American Florist when writing Ferns for Dishes Anorted varieties. 2H-in. pots, $3.50 per 100; $30.00 per 1000. Cash with order. FRANK OECHSLIN 4911 Qulncy St. CHICAGO. Mention the American Florist when writing Success in Business. American Florist Co.: — I enclose my check for subscription with thanks for the good information which the American Florist contains. It has been practically the cause of my success in business. I have ad- vanced already from 500 to 2,000 feet of glass. iKviNQ La Due. April 4, 1910. igio. The American Florist. 557 BEGONIA LORRAINE I^eaf Ctlt:tlia.gjS For immediate Delivery. Stock in excellent con- dition. 100 at $12 00; 500 al $50.00. Prices for larger quantities on application. Bay Trees standards and Pyramids and Palms New Groton Fred Sander In all sizes. Always on hand for Immediate Delivery. Write for Special Wholesale Price List. A very strikine variety. First Awards wherever exhibited. 3- inch pots, $ 1 .00 each; $ 1 0.00 per doz.;5-iii. pots, $2.00 each; $20.00 per doz. Delivery Irom Apr. 1. M ^ «a^* E* ■ ^*l ^ Largest s ock ot established plants in Amer- ^ J ■ ft B M I fl J% i^3* Fresh imported plants from the woods ^^ ^i^«M«^«w^ now arriving. Write ior prices. Stove Plants, Box Trees, Blue Spruce and other Evergreens. JULIUS R0EHR5 CO., Rutherford, N. J. A FLW GOOD THINGS YOl WANT. Rex Begonia, 210. S5.0O per 100. Atparagas Sprengeri, 3 -in. $5.00 per 100 Geraninms, Nutt Do?le. Perkins. GrEUit, La FsTorite. R C..$1.25: 2-in. pots. $2.00; 3in., $4,00 per 100: Viaud, CastelUne. Poitevine. laulin. Ricard, Buchner. R. C. $»J0; 2-in. pots. S2 50; 3 in.. $5.00 per 100; Mme. Salleroi. 2-in.. $3.00 per 100 Aiparagns Pltunosns, 2-in. $3.00 per 100: 3-in. $5.00 per 100. Cut fronds 25c per bunch. Boston Ferns, Sin 25c each. Wliltmanl Ferns. 4-in. 25c eacD Crcas Palms, 4 to 5 leaves, $1.00, $1.50 and $2.00. Vinca Var., 2in. $2.00 per 100. Cash with order. No C. O. D. All shipments It risk of purchasers, after being delivered to the express companies properly packed in good order GEO. M. EMMANS. Newton. N. J. White Killarney, My Maryland, Pink Killarney. 2H-in. plants. Bookine orders now for future d.liveries. The Right Place-The Right Goods— The Eight Price— Come and See Them Grow. 2h-ilich. 100 1000 White Killarney $8 50 $75 00 FinlcKlilamey 6 00 55 00 My Maryland 6 00 55 00 Richmond 5 SB 50 00 Brides 500 45 00 American Beauties'" 700 6500 3Vi-in. sizes will be offered, when ready, at 40% increase over2H-in. Tou cannot afford to buy poor stock at 50% less. CSRTSANTHEMUMS, Rooted Cuttings and 2Vj- in. Good com mLTCial varieties. Price lists will be mailed on request. Poehlmann Bros. Co., Morton Grove, Dl. Neph. Whitmani 2Hin S.OOperlOO MAGNIFICA (new), 2!4in... 25.00 per 100 Boston Ferns i^oJ)"peMoo. Henry H. Barrows & Son, Whitman, Mass Aug'usta, Ga. We have ideal spring weather here. Flowers are plentiful indoors and out, the woods full of dogwood and jessa- mines, and a town full of tourists, all delighted with our town. The florists all report better trade than ever. Balk's were kept busy all week; they were in full crop with Bride, Killarney, American Beauty and Richmond roses; their Easter flowers were on time and of a superior quality. Spireas, aza- leas, hyacinths and Easter lilies all Bold well. Prices on lilies were from 50 cents to $2 per plant. Belleville, III. — E. W. Guy's green- houses and gardens were destroyed March 24 by a fire of unknown origin. The loss is $4,000. ORCHID PEAT, (Osmunda Fibre) Finest quality, hand cleaned, free from sticks and dirt. In chunks or handpicked ready for use. Also Rotted and Azalea Peats, Leaf Mold, Live or Baled Sphagnum Moss. Prices and samples on application. THE C. W. BROWNELL CO., WALDEN, N. Y. We have changed our domicile from Secau- cus, N. J., to Mamaroneck. N. Y. We are lar!?est collectors and importers of Orchids and are now booking orders for all the com mercial Cattleyas for delivery next spring GARRILLO & BALDWIN, Mamaroneck, N. Y. Salvias CLARA BEDMiN and BURNINB BUSH 2'4-in, pots, fine plants, *2.00 per 100 JOHN STONE, R.F.D.N0.3. Easfon, Pa. Snow-While Sporl o! Helen Frick Glirysantliemum From 214-inch pots $10.00 per 100. Rooted cuttings, $8.00 per 100. Unrooted cuttings, $,5.00 per 100. HENRY EICHHOLZ, Waynesboro, Pa. ORCHIDS... Largest Importers, Exporters, Growers, and Hybridists in the World. SANDER, St. Albans, Eng. NEW YORK OFFICE: T. MELLSTROM, Room 1, 235 Broadway. Agent. ASPARAGUS PLUMOSUS 2-year clumps. I5c; 2-i!)ch pots, strong. $2 25 per 100; *20.10 per ICOO. IMPATIENS \a variety, strong. 2-inch. 3c. BRIDESMAID ROSES, 2 inch pots. 2Hc. W. W. Coles, Kokomo, Ind. ASPARAGUS, Robustus .^ inch, strong. $5.00 per 100. Per 100 Asparagus, Sprengeri. 3 inch strong $5 00 Srailax, 2'^--in. strong 3 00 Vine* Var., 2H-. 3-, 4 in $3 00 $5 00. '» 00 Geraniums. Heteranthe and J. Doyle. 4-in... 7 00 Dormant Canna Roots, Allemania. Penn- sylvania, Kate Gray 2 50 King Humbert, New York S 00 WEST END GRIENHOUSIS, Hans Schmalzl, Prop. Lincoln, 111. 10,000 Chrysanthemums 20 varieties— White. Yellow and Pink. R. C. $1.50 to $2.50 per 100; 2-in., K.50to $3.50. 20,000 COLEUS, 2-in. pots and rooted cuf tings. lOvariities, R.C. $5.00 per lODO; 2-in., $20 uO per 1000. 6,00O CANNAS, 3-in., $5.00 to $10.00; 4-in.' .$S 00 to $12.50. Started Fancy Leaved Caladiums, $20.00 to $25.0 ) per lUO. Started Tuberous Rooted Begonias, $12,50 to $25, UO per 100. Started Gloxinias $12.50 to $25.00 per 100 Verbenas, 2 in.. $3.50; 3 in 7.50 per lOO Pansies $20,no per lOOO; 2.50 per 100 50 varieties of Solt Wooded Plants. Ask for list. FERNS, FERNS. ROSES, ROSES. .-\sk for lists. GEO. A. KUHL, Wholesale Grower, Pekln, 111. Orchids ^ Arrived In fine condition : Cattleya War nerii. C. Harrisonise. C. Gaskelliana and C Glgas (Hardyana type); also Deodrobium Pbalaeoopsis Scbroederianum and Odoots- glossum luteo-purpureum. La^er fib Hnrrell, Summit, N. J. Robert Craig Co... ^iSSs PALMS and Novelties in Decorative Plants. Market and 49ih Sts., Philadelphia, Pa Rooted Cuttings Per 100 Hellotropes.$1.00 Daisies, white and yellow. 1 00 Coleus 70 100" $s.o" 6.00 Feverfew, $1.25 per 100; Per 100 1000 Petunias.... $1.25 $10.00 Salvias 1.00 8.00 Alyssum.dbl. .80 Ageratums . . .60 5.00 SlOliO per 1000. Abou) Express paid on rooted cuttings. S. D. BRANT, Clay Center, Kans. 568 The American Florist. April 9, Index to Advertisers Advance Co The. ..VIII Akron Mch Co VIII Allen JK 541 American Spawn Co. 548 AmlingE C 537 AndersenSpec'ItyCo,56S Anderson FloCo 545 Anderson S A 544 Andorra Nurseries. ..551 Aphine Mfg Co ,532 Ascnmann Godfrey. .552 Atlanta Floral Co. ...543 Augspurger D & Son563 Baer Julius 544 Barrows H H & Son. 557 Bassett & Washburn 535 554 Baur Window Glass Co 568 Bayersdorfer H VII BeavenEA 542 Beckert W C 553 Berning H G 53S Berrydale E.xp Gar.. 549 Bcrtcrmann Bros Co544 Bindekunst Verlag...567 Blackistone Z D 544 Blind HL& Bros... 543 Bobbink & Atkins. ..550 Boddington AT II Bodger JnoS- SonsCo547 Boland J B Co 545 Bowe M A 543 Brague L B & Son.. 542 Brants D 557 Braslan Seed Gro Co546 Breitmever's J Sons 543 Bridgeman's 548 BrownAlfred SeedCo546 Brownull C W & Co. 5^7 Bruns HN VI Bryan Alonzo J 548 BudlongJ A .537 555 Bunyard A T 545 Burpee W A & Co. . 547 Byer Bros 554 Caldwell the Woods- man Co 542 California Flo Mki..532 Carrillo & Baldwin.. 557 Chi Cam Co I Chi House Wreck Co568 Clark The EB Co... 547 Clarke's Sons David .545 Cleveland CutFlo Co543 Cockburn S & Sons. 552 Coles WW 557 Cotsonas Geo & Co. .542 Cowee W J 566 Craig Robt Co 557 Crump Frank F 545 Cunningham Jos H .555 Daniels & Fisher. .. .545 Dards Chas 543 Dayton Floral Co... 543 Deamud J B Co 534 Derby Henry 565 Detroit Flower Pot.. 567 Deitsch A &C0....VIII Diller Caskey&Keen5<)5 DilIonJL 552 Dingee & Conard Co551 DittlevEltzholtz&Co548 Dorner F & Sons Co I DreerH A V 568 Dunlop JohnH 545 Eaglr Mach V.'orks.VII Edwards Fold'gBox.567 Eichholz Henry S57 Elliott W H 558 Ellwanger & Barry . .551 Emmans Geo M 557 Eyres HG ,545 Fisher HA & Co.... 544 FiskeSeed Co 548 Florists' Hafl Assn. VII Flower Growers Mkt537 Foley Mfg Co 565 For Sale and Rent. .531 Ford Bros 541 Froment H E 541 Galvin Thos F 545 I Garland Geo M Co. VII Gasser J M Co 545 Giatras Geo 554 Giblin & Co VIII Gorham & Cbapline.566 Gude Bros 544 Guttman Alex j 541 Hammond Benj' , , . ,566 Hartmann Hjalmar.,547 Hauswirth Florist... 544 Heacock Jos Co ffis Heinl Geo A 545 Heinljohn & Son... 543 Herr Albert M 554 Herrmann A VII Hess & Swoboda. , , ,544 Hews A H &Co ,567 Hilfinger Bros 567 Hill The EG Co.... I Hippard E 565 Hitchings & Co 564 Hoerber Bros 537 HoSman Florist .,..545 Holm & Olson ,54 j Helton & Hunkel..,53S Hooker H M Co 568 Hort Trade Journal. 5, SPhagn^um Moss la?g" 1 OOO' lAl- ^^"'=°'hoe Sprays, $1 per 100; m^ %An vrA°,''"'°°5l' ^5"= P" bunch, 60 ino' *,;?•« Michigan Cut Flower Exchange. inc., 38-40 Broadway, Detroit, Mi ch. 1 n'^r^'if' "Ja&ger and fancy ferns, $1.50 per 1,000. Bronze and green galax. $1 per $1,000; $8 50 per 10,000. Leucothoe Sprays, $1 per 1,000; ?7 60 per 10.000. Henry M.'^ Robinson & Co., 15 Province St., Boston. Mass. Greens, hardy ferns, $1.25 per 1,000. Baled spruce for cemetery use. L. B. Brague & Son, Hinsdale, Ma ss. Greens, southern wild smilax, Log mosses, natural and perpetuated. E. A. Beaven, Evergreen, Ala. Greens, evergreen, fancy and dagger ferns, S""""?? H"^ green galax. Geo. Cotsonas & Co., 33 W. 28th St., New York. Greens, cut palmetto and cycas leaves, galax, leucothoe, ferns, mosses, etc. Kervan Co., 113 W. 28th St., New York. HARDY PLANTS. Dreer's special otter of hardy perennial phloxes. See page advertisement in this Is- sue for prices and varieties. Henry A. Dreer, 714 Chestnut St., Philadelphia if Ym Do Not Find Wtiat You Need in Our Ready Referenee Departinent, Write Us AM It igio. The American Florist. 561 Hardy perennial plants. For varieties and prices, see advertisement elsewhere In this Issue. Vaughan'a Seed Store, Chicago and New York. Perennials. All of the most desirable va- rieties. Let us know your wants. Wagner Park Conservatories, Sidney, O. Hardy perennials. Special prices on field- grown stock to close out. Write If inter- ested. Mosbaek Greenhouse Co., Onarga, 111. Moonvlnes. 2% in.. $5 per 100. Godfrey Aschmann. 1012 W. Ontario St.. PhlladelT^hla. Perennials and other hardy plants. Pali- sades Nurserlea, Inc., Sparkhlll, N. Y. Herbaceous plants. Bobbink & Atkins, Rutherford, N. J. HELIOTROPES. Heliotrope. Miss Bernlce, 2%-In., $8 per 100. Skidelsky & Irwin Co., 1215 Betz Bldg., Philadelphia. Heliotrope, R. C, prepaid, 75c per 100. Chas. Frost, Kenilworth. N. J. Heliotrope, 2 14 -In., $2.50 per 100. Mos- baek Greenhouse Co., Onarga. III. Heliotrope, 2-ln., 2e. Byer Bros.. Cham- bersburg. Pa. Heliotrope, rooted cuttings, 75c per 100 prepaid. A. W. Hlgglns, Westfield. Mass. HOLLYHOCKS. Hollyhocks, double fleld-grown, true to color, strong stalk, red, white, pink, yellow, maroon and black; colors separate. Also Al- legheny or Everbloomlng in mixture, $3 per 100; $25 per 1.000. Goihg fast. Order today. Cash. W. W. Wllmore, Box 382. Denver, Colo. HYDRANGEAS. Hydrangea Arborescena Grandiflora Alba. The true large flowering forcing variety, warranted true, 2% -in. pots, $3 per 100; 1- year fleld-grown, strong, 12 to 18 inches, $6 per 100; $55 per 1,000. New trade list ready. Write for it today. The Good & Reese Co., The Largest Rose Growers in the World Springfield, O. Hydrangea Arborescena Grandiflora. We have the largest stock of strong 2-year plants In America. Plants 2 to 3 feet, $2.50 per doz: S15 per 100; $140 per 1,000. Good plants, 15 to 20 Inches, $10 per 100. List free. E. Y. Teas, Centervllle, Ind. Hydrangea Arborescena Grandiflora Alba (grown from stock obtained from The E. G. Hill Co.). Field grown 15 to 20 ins.. $7 per 100; $65 per 1,000: a smaller size, $5 per 100; 214-In., $3 per 100; $25 per 1,000. John A. Doyle, Springfleld , O. Hydrangea panlculata, grandi, 18 to 24 Ins.. 6c; 2 to 3 ft., 9c. Dingee & Conard Co., West Grove, Pa. IVY. Ivy, English, pot-grown plants. 4-ln. pota, 3-ft. long, 3 to 5 branchea, $12 to $16 per 100. A. L. Miller, Jamaica Opp. Schenck Ave., Brooklyn , N. Y. Ivy, hardy English, 4-ln. pota, very bushy, 3 to 4 ft. tall, $15 per 100. John Reck & Son, Bridgeport, Conn. German ivy. R. C. prepaid. 60c per 100. Chas. Frost, Kenilworth. N. J. Ivy. German and parlor. 2-ln., $2 per 100. f • Vincent, Jr., & Sons Co., White Marsh, Md. JERUSALEM CHERRIES. Solanum. Jerusalem cherries, seedlings Ic each. Mosbaek Greenhouse Co., Onarga, 'ill, LAWTANAS. Lantanas, 5 vara., 2-ln., $2 per 100; $18.50 per 1,000; 3-in., $3 per 100. R. Vincent, jr., & Sons Co., White Mar sh. Md. ULACS. LllacB. Jacs Smits. Naarden. Holland. LILY OF THE VALLEY. To Import. Lily of the valley. Jacs SmltB, Ltd., Naarden, Holland. Lily of the valley. Otto Mann, Leipzig, Baiony, Germany. rrom Storage. Lily of the valley, cold storage, 260. $3 60- gj' i'"""' »"■ "«^- C. Beckert. Northslde Pittsburg. Pa. Lily of the valley, H. N. Bruns, 3040 W. Madison St.. Chicago. LOBELIA. Lobelia Kathleen. Mallard, and Newport Model. 2-ln., $2 per 100; $18.50 per 1.000. R. Vincent. Jr., & Sons Co., White Marsh. Md. MY0S07IS. Myosotis, early flowering, 3-in., $4 per 100. Mosbaek Greenhouse Co., Onarga, IlL MUSHROOM SPAWN. Mushroom Spawn. Lambert's Pure Cul- ture. American Sp awn Co., St. Paul, Minn. Mushroom Spawn. Sure crop. $8 per 100 lbs. Weeber & Don, 114 Chambers St., N. Y. KUKSKRT STOCK. Seedlings. Green Ash. Am. Elm. Box Elder, 6-12 ins., $1.25; 12 to IS Ins., $3; 18- 24 Ins.. $4; 2-3 ft., $5.50. Box Elder, 3-4 ft,, $7; 4-5 ft.. $10 per 1,000. Cuttings; Norway Poplar, $5 per 1,000; $40 per 10,000; $150 per 50.000; $250 per 100.000. M. Niobe "Willow. Vitelllna Willow or Trichocarpo Poplar, $2.50 per 1.000; $20 per 10,000; $44 per 25,000. Carolina Poplar, $15 per 10.000; $31 per 25,- 000; $60 per 50,000; $110 per 100.000. White or Grey Russian Golden and Laurel leafed Willow, $12.50 per 10.000; $27.50 per 25.000; $50 per 50,000; $90 per 100,000. Devil's Lake Nursery, Devil's Lake, N. Dak. Nursery stock, evergreens, shade and or- namental trees, shrubs, vines, trained dwarf and standard fruit trees, grape vines, small fruits. Bobbink & Atkins. Rutherford. N. X Nursery stock, blue spruce, berried plants, climbing plants, clematis, conifers, ever- greens, funkias, Japan maples, hydrangeas. Jacs Smits, Ltd., Naarden, Holland. Nursery stock. Clematis, ampelopsis, tree hydrangeas, lilacs, shrubs, vines and peren- nials. Jackson & Perkins, Newark. N. Y. Nursery stock, large trees, oaks, maples, pines and hemlocks. Andorra Nurseries, Chestnut Hill, Philadelphia. Nursery stock arbor vitae (Thuya occl- dentalis), 3 to 4 ft.. 4 to 5 ft. trees. The Wm. H. Moon Co., MorrlsviUe, Pa. Viburnum pllcatum, 2 to 3 ft., 12c. Dingee & Conard Co., West Grove, Pa. Nursery stock. ornamental trees and shrubs. W. & T. Smith Co., Geneva. N. Y. ORCHIDS. Orchids importers, exporters, growers and hybridists. Sander. St. Albans, England. New York office, room 1. 235 Broadway. Orchid peat, rotted azelea peat, leaf mold, live or baked sphagnum moss. C. W. Brownell Co., Walden, N. Y. Orchids. Largest stock in the country. Ask for prices. Julius Roehrs Co., Ruther- ford. N. J. Orchids, all commercial, cattleyas and novelties. Carillo & Baldwin, Seacaucus, N. J. Orchids of all kinds. Lager & Hurrell, Summit. N. J. PALMS. Palm seeds. For prices and varieties see advertisement elsewhere In this Issue. Ar- thur T. Boddlngton, 342 W. 14th St., New York. Palms, Kentias, in 2H-in. pots, $8 per 100; $75 per 1,000. Jackson & Perkins Co., Newark, N. Y. Palms, Kentias. Joseph Heacock Co.. Wyncote. Pa. Palms. Bobbink & Atkins. Rutherford.N.J. PANSIES. Ready now, 250,000 fine large, fall trans- planted pansles in bud and bloom. Superb strain; the finest market strain grown. A trial order will convince you that they are the best you ever had. You need them for your particular trade. Price. $1.25 per 100; $10 per 1,000. Cash with order. Leonard Cousins, Jr., Concord Junction, Mass. Telephone 82 Concord. 50,000 Beld-grown pansy plants; They never saw either a cold or hot bed, strong, husky plants; beautiful blooms. They are the kind that sell and please, $20 per 1.000. Albert A. Sawyer, Pansy Specialist, Pansy Garden, Oak Park, 111. Pansy plants, large, strong plants from cold frames, in bud and bloom, fancy strain, $2.50 per 100; $18 per 1,000. H. Skelcher & Sons, R. 4, Webster Grove, Mo. Pansy plants, Kenilworth strain from fall sown sed, prepaid, 50c per 100; large. $1; 1,000 by express. $3; large, $8. Chas. Frost, Kenilworth, N. J. Pansy plants, large, strong, field-grown In bloom, $1 per 100, mixed colors. The Brill Celery Gardens, Kalamazoo, M ich. Pansy plants, 50c per 100; $2.50 per 1 000- large plants, $2.50 per 100. Jos. H. Cunnlne- ham, Delaware, O. Pansies, fine strong plants, $5 per 1,000. Mosbaek Greenhouse Co., O narga. III. BrTs^tot'^Pa " *■" ^■'""'" J- C. Schmidt, PELARGONIUMS. Pelargoniums, novelties, 2%-ln., 25c each; $^50 per doz. Emanuel Lias, King Haakon. ^,^^ °A, ."^l"' "-^x^as, Lady Churchill Prince Olaf. Standard sorts, 2%-ln $1 50 si" tt^\,^}'^ ^" }'"^- ^-'"- »2 per doz.; I. ^^vv"' Countess. Dorothy. Goldmine. Mnie. Thibaut. Mme. VIbert. Mrs. R. Sandi- ford Marie Mallet. Princess May. land - fords Best. Sandlford's Wonder Surprise qt°nTi"''r^.??°^''- I^"- Layal. Vaughan's Seed Store. Chicago and New York. PEONIES. den.^ Holta'd' ^""- ^"°^ ^■°»^- ^'^- ''---■ ^^^eo^e^Ti^mi~^^;?i7wr&~TrsiSltirc5r. Peonies only by the wholesale. Best 100 varieties. J. F. Rosenfle l d, West Poin t, J£eb. Peonies, a superb collection. Jackson & Perkins Co.. Newark, N. Y. •"'^■»=on oc PEPPERS. in?®'^?i'^l P^PP<=''s. from seed bed. $1 per 100. Mosbaek Greenhouse Co.. Onarga, 111. PETUNIAS. .,r?'."°'^'' ^^^- '"i'^ed, 2-in., $2 per 100- $18.50 per 1,000; 3-ln.. $3. Dreer's single wm?»''iIr'"'-„ ^V.J'""'"' J""- & Sons Co. White Marsh, M d. Petunias, unrooted cuttings, 40c per 100- fnnn" V t",' ."'"'^''^ *' P" "»: ''-SO per 1,000. J. Lletzan. Geneva , 111, Petunias, dbl. fringed, 6 good vars. root- ed cuttings, Ic. J. L. Schiller, Toledo, O . Petunias, double mixed, 3-ln., $5 per 100 Mosbaek Greenhouse Co., Onarga, 111. Petunias, dbl.. $3 per 100. Joseph H Cun- ningham. Delaware. O. PRIMULAS. Primula obconlca. 2%-ln,. $2 per 100- 300 for $5. J. C. Schmidt. Bristol, Pa. PRIVET. 60.000 California privet and Ampelopsis veitchii. fleld-grown. BenJ. Connell, Mer- chantvllle. N. J. California privet. 10 to 15 Inches, branched. $10 per 1.000. Larger sizes at low rates. E. Y. Teas. Centervllle. Ind. RHODODENDRONS. Rhododendrons. Jacs Smits, Ltd., Naar- den, Holland. RESURRECTION PLANTS. Resurrection Plants. — We are strictly head- quarters for the Mexican resurrection plant, and ship all over the world. Dormant plants, guaranteed to "resurrect." $2 per 100. delivered; $10 per 1.000; 5.000 at $8 50; 10.000 at $8; 1.000 weigh about 45 pounds. Also cacti. The Francis E. Lester Com- pany. Dept. L. S., Mesllla Park, N. M. ROOTED CUTTINGS. Rooted cuttings: Heliotrope. $1 per 100; $8 per 1,000; daisies, $1 per 100; Coieus, 70o per 100; $6 per 1,000; Feverfew, $1.76 per 100; $10 per 1,000; petunias. $1.25 per 100; $10 per 1,000; salvias. $1 per 100; $8 per 1,000; alyssum. 80c per 100; ageratums, 60c per 100; $5 per 1.000. S. D. Brant, Clay Center. Kang. Rooted cuttings, prepaid per 100: Hello- trope. $1. Fuchsias, S kinds, $1. Paris, daisies. $1. Cuphea, 76c. VInca var., 90c. Coieus. 10 kinds. 60o. Alternantheras, S kinds. 50c. Ageratum. 3 kinds, 60c. Swain- ^ sona alba. $1. Dbl. petunias. 10 kinds, $1. Byer Bros., Chambersburg, Pa. ROSES. Roses, for varieties and prices, see page advertisement elsewhere in this Issue. Ar- thur T. Boddlngton, 342 W. 14th St., New York. Roses. Bridesmaid, 2-In., 2 He W. W. Coles, Kokomo, Ind. If Yofl Do Not Find Wiiat Yoo Need in Our Ready Reference Department, Write Us Aiiout it 562 The American Florist, April 9, Roses, Crimson Rambler, 2-yr., own roots, t2 per doz. ; $15 per 100; 2-yr., budded, $2 per doz.; $15 per 100; 3 yr., budded, $3 per doz.; $18 per 100; 4-in., $10 per 100. Tau- sendschon, 2-yr., dormant, grafted, $3.50 per doz.; $25 per 100. Lady Gay, 2-yr., dormant, $3 per doz.; $20 per 100. Am. Beauty, budded, $2 per doz.; $16 per 100; Gen. Jack, Mrs. Laing, $1.76 per doz.; $14 per 100; Paul Neyron, $2 per doz.; $15 per 100; John Hopper, Fisher Holmes, $1.76 per doz.; $14 per 100; Gen. Washington, Gruss an Teplitz, $2 per doz.; $16 per 100. Vaugh- an's Seed Store, Chicago and New York. Roses, White Klllarney, R. C, $6.50 per 100; $60 per 1,000; 2%-ln., $8.60 per 100; $75 per 1,000. Pink Klllarney, R. C, $4 per 100; $35 per 1,000; 2%-in., $6 per 100; $55 per 1,000; My Maryland, R. C, $4 per 100; $36 per 1,000; 2Vt-in., $6 per 100; $56 per 1,000. Richmond. 2%-in., $5.60 per 100; $50 per 1,000. Brides, 3%-in., $6 per 100; $45 per 1,000. Am. Beauties, R. C, $4 per 100; $36 per 1,000. 2%-in., $7 per 100; $65 per 1,000. Poehlmann Bros. Co., Morton Grove, 111. ROSE PLANTS, 2%-INCH POTS. 100 1000 American Beauty $5 $46 Kaiserin 4 35 Mrs. Jardine • 4 36 Klllarney B 45 Bride 3 26 Bridesmaid 3 25 Richmond 3 25 WIETOR BROS. 51 Wabash Avenue. Chicago- Roses, White Klllarney, grafted, $2 per doz.; $15 per 100; $120 per 1,000; own root, $1.50 per doz.; $8 per 100; $76 per 1,000. Klllarney, grafted, $2 per doz.; $15 per 100; $120 per 1.000. My Maryland, grafted, $2 per doz.; $16 per 100; $120 per 1,000; own root, $1 per doz.; $6 per 100; $50 per 1,000. Richmond, Kaiserin, Bride and Maid, graft- ed, $2 per doz.; $15 per 100; $120 per 1,000; own root, $1 per doz.; $6 per 100; $45 per 1,000. A. N. Pierson, Inc., Cromwell, Conn. Roses, 1,000 Helen Gould, 300 Pink Baby Ramblers, 500 Newport Fairy, 1,000 Dorothy Perkins, 12c. 2,000 Tausendschon, 20c. Sweetheart. Trier, Lady Gay, La Flamma, Debutante, Hiawatha, Taunus. 12c. The Dingee & Conard Co., West Grove, Pa. Roses, grafted and own root, Klllarneyj Richmond, My Maryland, White Klllarney, Kaiserin, Bride and Bridesmaid. W. H. Elliott, Brighton, Mass. Roses, Klllarney, 2% -in., 4c. Perle, 3-ln., 6c. Chatenay, 2l4-in., 3c. J. F. Ammann, Edwardsvllle, 111. Roses on own roots, budded, bedding, H. Ps.. hybrids and teas. W. & T. Smith Co., Geneva , N. Y. Tatt rose, 2%-ln., $16 per 100. J. M. Me- Cullough's Sons Co., 316 Walnut St., Cin- cinnati^^ Roses, Bride, Maid, Golden Gate, 3-ln., $5 per 100. Geo. M. Emmans, Newton, N. J. Roses, Newport Fairy, 60c each; $20 per 100. Julius Roehrs Co., Rutherf ord, N. J. Roses, leading varieties. Leedle Floral Co., Springfield, O. ^ Rose Dorothy Perkins. Barry, Rochester, N. Y. EUwanger & Roses, 3-ln., Wood Bros.. Fishkill, N. Y. SALVIAS. Salvias, Ciara Bedman and Burning Bush. 2'A-In., $2 per 100. John Stone, R. F. D. 3, Easton, Pa. Salvias, Zurich, Bonfire and Drooping Spikes, 2V4-In., $2.50 per 100. Mosbaek Greenhouse Co., Onarga, 111. Salvia Bavaria, (the white Zurich) 1910 Introduction, 2-ln., $1 per doz. J. L. Schll- ler, Toledo, O. SEEDS. HYBRID GERBERAS (Adnet's stralnl. Crop 1910, $9 per 1,000 seeds; $60 per 10,000 seeds, from the originator. Cash. Adnet, Antibes, France. Seeds, onion, lettuce, radish, sweet peas. etc. Pleters-Wheeler Seed Co., IIllHster, Calif. Seeds, sweet peas, for varieties and prices, see advertisement elsewhere In this issue. Weeber & Don, 114 Chambers St., New York . Seeds, onion, lettuce, sweet peas, carrot, celery, leek, mustard, parsley, parsnip, rad- ish salsify. C. C. Morse & Co., 48-66 Jack- son^ Seeds, beans, peas, sweet corn, onion, beet, turnip, etc. The Everett B. Clark Seed Co., Mllford, Conn.; East Jordan, Mich,; Sister Bay, Wis. Seeds, Phoenix Roebeleni. Sander, T. Mellstrom. Representative, 236 Broadway, New York. Seeds, specialties. Stocks, pansfes, cycla- mens, etc. Pape & Bergmann, Quedilnburg, Germany. Seeds, Cauliflower Danish Snowball. $6.50 per lb. Cabbage Danish Bailhead, 60c per lb. Ditlev Eltzholtz & Co., Ringe, Denmark . Seed.3, 1,000 lbs. Catalpa speciosa. A. J. Lockyear, Sta. A. 6, Evansviile, Ind. Seeds, Stokes' standard. 219 'Market St., Philadelphia. Seed, pansy, 1,000 seeds, 25c;~l oz., $2.26. H. Wrede, Luneburg, Germany. Seeds, sweet peas. Christmas Pink and Den- zer, $2 lb. Chas. H. Totty, Madison, N. J. Seeds, all kinds. Bridgman's Seed Ware- house, 37 E. 19th St., New York. Seeds. Landreth Seed Establishment. Bloomsdale Farms, Bristol, Pa. Seeds, Vick's Quality. James Vick's Sons, Rochester, N. Y. Seeds of all kinds. W. W. Johnson & Son, Ltd., Boston, England. Seeds, all kinds. J. M. Thorburn & Co., 33 Barclay St., New York. Vegetable seeds, plants, sold direct. Cata- logue free. Click Seed Farms, Lancaster, Pa. Seeds. Bermuda onion. Federico C. Va- rela, Teneriffe, Canary Islands. Seed, asters. Vick & Hill, Box 4613, Rochester, N. Y. Seeds, garden, field and flower. S. D. Woodruff & Sons, 82-84 Dey St., New York, Contract Growers. Seeds, peas, beans. Alfred J. Brown Seed Co., Grand Rapids, Mich. Seeds, field, garden and flower. Routzahn Seed Co., Arroyo Grande, Calif. Seeds, sweet peas, tomatoes, Lima beans, lettuce, asters, cosmos and other flower .^eeds. John Bodger & Sons, Gardena, Calif. Seeds, beans, cucumber, tomato, radish, pea, muskmelon, squash, watermelon, sweet corn. S. M. Isbell & Co., Jackson, Mich. Seeds, sweet peas. Anton Zvolanek, Boundbrook, N. J. Seeds, lettuce, onions, sweet peas, aster, cosmos, mignonette, verbena. Waldo Roh- nert. GUroy, Calif. Seeds, Cauliflower and cabbage. Hjalmar Hartman & Co., 31 Barclay St., New York, and 12 Stormgade, Copenhagen. Seeds, growers for the wholesale trade only. Braslan Seed Growers' Co., San Jose, Calif. California seed contracts. Kimberlln Seed Co., Santa Clara, Cal if. SMUAX. Smllax, 2% -In., $3 per 100. West End Greenhouses, Lincoln, 111. Smllax. Wood Bros., Fishkill, N. Y. SPKEAS. Splrea Japonica, 6-In., 25c each; $2.60 per doz. Vaughan's-Seed Store, Chicago a nd N. Y . Splreas. J. Smits, Ltd., Naarden, Holland. STEVIA. Stevla, R. C, prepaid, 75c per 100. Chas. Frost, Kenilworth, N. J. SWAINSONA. Swalnsona alba, 2-in., $2 per 100. R. Vin- cent, Jr., & Sons Co., White Marsh, Md. VEGETABLE PLANTS. Vegetable plants, beet, 20c per 100; $1.25 per 1,000. Egg plant, 40c per 100; $2 per 1,000. Pepper, Bull Nose, Sweet Mountain, Ruby King, 40c per 100; $2 per 1,000; To- mato, small plants. Earliana, Early Jewel, Dwarf Stone, Champion, Ponderosa, Match- less, 30c per 100; $2 per 1,000. Tomato, small plants. Stone, Paragon, Favorite, Suc- cess, 20c per 100; $1 per 1,000. R. Vincent, Jr., & Sons Co., White Marsh, Md. Vegetable plants from seed bed, cabbage, cauliflower, celery, egg-plants, lettuce, pep- pers and tomatoes. Special prices In large quantities. Write if interested. Mosbaek Greenhouse Co., Onarga, 111. Extra heavy Asparagus roots. $1 per 100' $4 per 1,000. Mosbaek Greenhouse Co. Onarga, 111. VERBENAS. Verbenas, 2-ln., $2 per 100; $18.60 pep 1,000; 3-in., $3, R. Vincent, Jr., & Sons Co., White Marsh, Md. Lemon verbena, R. C, prepaid, 76c per 100. Chas. Frost, Kenilworth. N. J. Verbenas. J. L. Dillon. Bloomsburg, P al VINCAS. Vlnca minor, the hardy vinca for ceme- tery planting and under trees, where grass will not grow; well rooted layers, $1.50 per 100; $10 per 1,000, E. Y. Teas. Centervllle, Ind. Vlnca, 2%, 3 and 4-ln., $3. $5 and $7 per 100. West E'nd Greenhouses, Lincoln. 111. Vlnca variegated, 2H-In., $2.60 per 100. Mosbaek Greenhouse Co., Onarga, 111. Vlnca van, R. C, prepaid, 75c per 100. Chas. Frost, Kenilworth, N. J. VIOLETS. VIOLETS, Baronne A. de Rothschild la making good everywhere, as the most free and most fragrant single In cultivation. Size and stem equal to Princess, color a shade darker. Rooted runners or divisions, ready in April. Book your order now, at $6 per 100; $50 per 1.000. F. W. Fletcher Co.. Au- burndale, Mass . Violets. Wood Bros., Fishkill. N. Y. WISTARIA. WISTARIA SINENSIS. Nice thrifty plants, $2.60 per 100; $20 per 1.000. Wagner Park Conservatories, Sidney , O. TO EXCHANGE. To exchange, 2-In. alyssum for coleus. Wm. Winter, Perry, O. MISCELLANEOUS. Clara cemetery vases, 12 Ins., $2.50 per doz.; barrel of 3 doz., $6. Vaughan's Seed Store, Chicago and New York. Plant bed cloth, waterproof sheeting, hay caps, etc. Henry Derby, 123 F. Chambers St., N. Y. Plllsbury's Carnation Staple, 60c per 1,000 postpaid. I. L. Pillsbury, Galesburg, 111. PHOTOGRAPHS. I make a specialty of photographing flowers, plants, etc., for reproduction. Let me submit samples and prices on material for the next catalogue or circular. Special work to order at reasonable prices. Nathan R. Graves, 414 Hayward Bldg., Rochester, N. Y. POTS, PANS, ETC. The Red Pot. C- C. Pollworth Co.. All roads connect with Milwaukee. Pots, florist red. Peters & Reed Pottery Co., Zanesville, Q. Pots. Syracuse red. Syracuse Pottery Co., Syracuse, N. Y. STAKES. Cane Stakes. Standard grade 6 to 8 feet, per 100, 86c; 500 for $3; $6.50 for 1,000. Pipe stems about 6 feet, per 100, 60c; per 1,000, $5. Vaughan's Seed Store, Chicago. WIRE DESIGNS. Headquarters for wire work. Send for list. F. W. Bail, 31 E. 3rd St., Cincin- nati, O. Best. Cheapest, 160,000 designs always In stock. Quick delivery. Scranton Florist Supply Co., Scranton, Pa. WIRE HANGING BASKETS. WIRE HANGING BASKETS. 10-in. . .$1.26 per doz. 16-ln. . .$2.40 per doz. 12-In... 1.75 per doz. 18-ln... 4.00 per doz. 14-ln. . . 2.00 per doz. Scranton Florist Supply Co.. Scranton, Pa. Wire baskets. D. U. Augspurger & Sons Co., Box 778, Peoria, 111. I! Yoa 00 Kot Fine What You Naed in Oor Ready Referense Department, Write Us About It igio. The American Florist. 563 ^~ Has stood the test of over a Quarter of a Coniury. THOMSON'S Vine, Plant and Vegetable MANURE UNRIVALLED FOR Vines. Tomatoes. Cucumbers, all FloweriDB. Foliaee and Fru't bi-aring Plants, Vegetables. Lawns, etc. The result of many years practical experience. PERFECT PLANT FOODS Sold by Leadtnp -American Seedsmen. Thomson's Special Chrysanthemum and Topdresslng Manure FreiBht paid on quantities. Write for our special offer to tbe .\mencan trade pamphlets, agents' circulars, etc.. to sole makers, WM. THOMSON 5 SONS, Ltd., Tweed Vineyard, Clovenlords, Scotland SPLIT CARNATIONS Qalckly and easily Mended. No tools required. "Nothing 'just a good.' ' El P.\S0 C.-iRNATION Co. ' '/ , -I'. Hf *i^i» Sample free. A"'" ''-^^W^ Pillsbury Carnation Siaple "• i'taflWi 2000 for *!. 00 postpaid, I. L. PILLSBURY, Windsor. Ont. Galesburg. 111. Mention the American Florist when writing Now is the time to make up WIRE BASKETS For spring selling. We Have the Best Basket in the Market. Try them this season. 10-in $1.50 perdoz.; $12.50 per KJO 12-in 2.00 per doz. ; 15. 00 per 100 14-in 3.00 per doz. ; 20.00 per 100 D.U. Augspurger& Son«$Co. Box 778, PEORIA, ILL. MISSION PLANT BOXES. Are the best and cheapest plant boxes in the market for large plants, boxwoods, bay trees, etc. They are attractive in de- sign strong and durable, Suit- able for either outdoor or in- door use. Write for prices. WAGNER PARK CONSERVATORIES, Sidney, Ohio. ^ Superior II hS Carnation staple (patent applied for,) For rfrpairine split carnations. 1000 for 50 cents Postpaid, L. J. WAITE, 293 Main St., Springfield, Mast Savannah, Ga, — A, C. Oelschig & Son calculate their increase in Easter sales at about 30 per cent, and prices did not advance over the usual, there being plenty of all kinds of stock. Lilies, azaleas and hyacinths sold bet- ter than spireas. Customers nearly all bought Easter presents and deco- rative plants were wanted for that pur- pose. Ammoniated Lawn Lime Kills Weeds. Makes Grass Grow. Applied as a light top dressing to lawns it kills all flat leaved weeds such as Dandelion, Daisy, Plantain, Sorrel, caUckweed, Moss, etc., in 48 hours and without other fertilizer produces a wonderful, luxuriant, rich, green growth of lawn grass— which is distinctly noticable 50 feet away. The use of Ammoniated Lawn Lime supersedes hand weeding of lawns, putting greens, etc. It saves the grass from being pulled up and in many cases ruined. Grasses take a new vigorous growth, avoiding probable trouble in the future. Q.-,» If very weedy 1-lb. to 40 square feet, 25-lbs to 1000 U3.ntltl6SI square feet, (20x50). Half to one-quarter amount if moderately weedy. ABSOLUTELY GUARANTEED. Money refunded if not satisfactory. We want Seedsmen or Florists as agents and distributors in every important city and town. T? Af O il Pfir'**C» 2-lb. cans, 25c, 50 cans per case. 5-lb. cans 50c, IXCtdli JTllV^Ca, 20 cans per case. Bags, 25-lbs. $2.00; 50-lbs. $3.50; 100-lbs. $6.00; 1000-lbs. and over 5c per lb. Descriptive Circular and Wholesale Prices on Request. SUPERIOR CHEMICAL CO., (Incorporated.) Louisville, Kentucky. The "Meyer Green Silkaline wmrm iJOHNC.MEYi .BOSTON^ti is the only Green Thread that should be used by florists and growers. It is guaranteed full weight and full measure. I Also Violet Thread for tying up Vio- lets. Price of both, $1.25 per lb. express or freight paid in good sized orders. JOHN C. MEYER & CO., 1^9 MJi^'esex St.. Lowell, Mass. Evergreen Brand Flower Fertilizer. A Pure Plant Food immediately available. It permanently enriches the soil. It prevents the onslaught of plant diseases or insect pests. Can be used at any time during the growing season, dry or in solution. Put up m 12 pound cans. Price, $2.00 each. | For Sale by Leading Jobbers Further information can'^be obtained from Manufacturers, CHICAGO- I Di Di JOHNSON GOip 64-66 Wabash Ave., ■■«•• The Mastin Automatic Whitewash and Spraying Machine Is Reliable, Practical and Durable The tank is made of galvanized sheet steel, and in brass. The pump is of brass throuiihout. simple and powerful The mi.\ine device keeps the contents of the tank well stirred up from start to finish. . . , ., . . ... When the machine is filled to within six inches of the top. a few strokes of the pu.npwill compress enough air in the tank to produce a continuous mist-like spray for IS minutes. ,_ . . , .\n parts are made to gauge and may be had tor repairs. Ask your deale' about our Extension H ise. Extension Rods, and the Mastin Whitewash Nozzle for Bordeaux mixture. Sold through Seedsmen, Dealers in Florists' and Pou.try Supplies. J. G. MASTIN & CO , 3124 West Lake St., CHICAGO, ILL. 664 The American Florist. April p, WILKS' Hot Water Boilers ARE THE MOST ECONOMICAL Boiler for Greenhouses No Nl^t Fireman Required wiUioQr SELF-FEEDING HOT WATER BOILERS. Send for Catalog and Prices. S. WILKS MFG. CO., 3603 Shields Ave. CHICAGO. Steel ReturnTubularBoilerB The Most Economical Type of Boiler for Greenhouse Heating. Highly recommended by well-known florists. JOHNSTON HEATING CO., "Iew york^*' Holly Standard Circulator busy and watch results. SUB-TARGET GUN COMPANY Steam Eugineering Department. 11 a High street BOST ON. MASS. Concord Junction, Mass. Pansies have wintered better than ever in this section, owing to the heavy covering- of snow on them all winter. All hands will soon be busy at Leonard Cousins, Jr.'s, establishment on pan- sies, geraniums and other bedding plants, which are shipped to florists all over the country. The advance or- ders now in indicate a heavy demand for this class of goods this season. Pan- sies have been a specialty here for 15 years, and his "Superb" strain is the result of years of painstaking selec- tion of stock. AH the seed is home grown from the best plants among the many thousands grown here. Carnations are one of the main products here. Among the varieties grown are White Perfection, which succeeds here admirably. About 10,000 of this variety will be planted next season in the new large house which is being erected by the King Construction Co. Beacon is grown for red and does well, and Winsor, which carried an enormous crop of blooms for Easter, will be grown quite exten- sively next season. Variegated Lawson is one of the standbys and came in just right for Easter. No. 20, a bright pink kind, produces an abundance of blooms during the winter and fills the bill for that color. No. 14, another new light pink variety originating here, is of large size and pleasing color and takes well with the retail buyers. This will be tried out in quantity. A batch of promising seedlings, in light pink, dark pink and white, will be planted next season and their virtues or failings noted, as Mr. Cousins be- lieves it is profitable for the grower to produce his own individual stock. Easter trade was the best ever. His carnations were just right in supply, the quality being fine, and sold at good prices. Pueblo, Colo. — G. Fleischer reports his total sales for Easter as about the same as those of last year. Carnations were cheaper than last year and there was plenty of all stock. Cheap plants sell best here, and there is no call for large baskets. The Hump That Humps It's the bump in the Corrueated tha' m^kes the other boilers hump ihemselves to match it for econ- omy. It may not be a beautiful hump, hut it makes a coal hill that's BO)d to look at— and that's Wh'lt COUQtS. For many purposes there is not a boiler its equal for greenhouse h -ating economy, which statement is mt "hot air." but coal facts. We were greenhouse heating engineers years before w> began huildine^ ffreenhouses and we have he^-n buildiofi: greenhouses over a quarter of a century. It stands to reason wo thoroughly know both ends of the business— and we do. Write us. Hitchings & Company Elizabeth, N. J. The Superior Standard RETURN FLUE FIRE BOX BOILER contains more heating surface, and less water space tlian any otiier steel boiler. M of the heating surface is in the tubes. Ask the man that knows the one using differe n t style boilers —names are yours for the asking. After using our boiler one season, you will say like all others: Nothing but "Superior" for me. This boiler has given better satisfaction than any other boiler on the market MADE IN NINE (9) SIZES FOR HOT WATER. Send for catalogue and list of powers that are using this boiler. THE SUPERIOR MACHINE & BOILER WORKS, 840 -850 Superior St., Chicago. THE KROESCHELL BOILER Is th* only perfect HOT WATER BOILER. Wtt manufacture tvary type of boiler in use. bat our ereenhoufi* boiler, because of its speciel coQstructioa. possesses neny adyai- taret orer any other type. Prices and catalogue on application. KROESCHELL BROS. CO. 452 W. Erie St. CHICAGO Bangok, Me. — A 25 per cent increase over those of last year is Adam Sekin- ger's Easter record of sales. Lilies were higher in price and more could have been sold. Roses were slow, but carnations and violets had a heavy demand. All the churches decorated and every one wanted lilies. Ogden, Utah. — F. J. Hendershot says his sales this year at Easter were 25 per cent greater than those of last at similar prices. Lilies were very short in the stem, but there was plenty of all kinds to go around. The spring is too early according to Mr. Hender- shot. tgio. The American Florist. 565 EXTRA BENCH ROOM At this time of the year the capacity of every greenhouse is taxed to its h'mit. BCIlCh ROOIIl is the one important feature to consider. Remember how well oii' Shelf Brackets will relieve this situation, and save time, trouble and room. The Lightest, strongest and most Durable on the market. Made for 3-4 to 2-inch pipe. Net Prices: 12-in., single, 18c each; 8-in., singie, 14c each; 8-in., double, 20c each. Please mention size of pipe post when ordering. fgSJJs'S?Mo^'SJden King Iron Frame areenhouses:ri:asre;;r:n".rw';r..''%T,s Iron Frame covers many acres in the United States, England, France and Germnny. King Construction Co. Address lock Box 623-C. N. TONAWANDA, N. Y. THE STANDARD VENTILATIN6 MACHINERY The orl^DalmachiDewithself'oillaff cups. The mo6t powerful, least complicated rery compact, w4tb ease of operation. The New Duplex Gutter Over six miles In use and highly recommended by all. The only Dlip Proof KUtter on the market. The Standard Return Steam Trap It has no equals for simplicity or its workins. Catalogue fre«. E. HIPPARO, Yoonostowv. Oblo. Write to us about Materials and Plans for any size and style of GREENHOUSE for new structure or repairs. Hot Bed Sash J? »'°5,^i °'. "^ size required. Pecky Cypress for benches, lastingr and least exoensiTe. The Foley Mfg. Co., Weiteni Ave and 26111 St. CHICAGO. Steam Traps The Morehead Return Steam Trap is specially designed and constructed for greenhouse steam heating plants. It fills the dual capacity of steam trap and feed water pump. It will create conditions enabling the florist to grow better flowers; save on fuel, water and labor bills, and derive general all around satisfaction from the installation. Send for "Florist Trap Book." MOREHEAD M'F'G. CO., Dept. N, Detroit, Mich. Plant Bed Cloth For Florists Gardeners. Truck Farmers, etc. Protects from frost. Best shade in summer. Sold by leading si.-edsmen. Waterproof Sheeting, Hay Caps, Etc. HENRY DERBY, 123 F. Chambers St., New York. Santa Cruz, Calif. — ^We sincerely regret to hear of the death of Mrs. King, wife of W. E. King, of Penn- sylvania avenue, which occurred at her home March 25. Mr. King closed his business during Easter. Orixo Oi-ato I>oo«» It! Saves 10 to 25% of the coal your boiler is using. Positive guarantee given Send for circular "N" and our famous Lecture on Combustion. 77 Jacl(son Boulevard, CHICAGO. U. S. ROCKING GRATE BAR CO., Use m patsRt kOR Binch Fittings and Roof Supports. ^ THE JENNINGS IRON GUTTER IMPROVEt) IMPROVED VAPORIZING PANS ror Tobacco btractB, etc Send lordrcalan. DILLER, CASKEY & KEEN. . W. C«nMr Sixth and Berk 3bre«*B pmLAD^LPHIA. VENTIUTIIIS APPARATUS. 566 The American Florist. April p, Tobacco Paper IS THK STRONGIST " BEST PACKED EASIEST APPLIED 24 sheets $ 0.75 144 sheets 3.60 288 sheets 6.50 1728 sheets 35.10 Furnishes the cheapest JUST NOTE PRICES Most Nicotine for the Money! pi^t $ i.m Vi Gallon 5.B0 Gallon 10.60 Manufactured by THE KENTUCKY TOBACCO PRODUCT CO., Louisville Ky. 6 Gallons 47.26 Carman's Antipest INSKCTICIDE AND FDNGICmi For the Garden, Orchard and Greenhonse NoD-poisoDous and harmless to Tegetation. Kills Green riy. Aphides, Bark Lice, Thrips Mealy Bud, Red Spider. Scale, Wire Worms, Ants and Sluds. This is the grower's Friend. Handy to use, cheap and effective, mixe readily in #ater. Destroys all insect pests and keeps down tilth. Circulars on appli- cation. $1.S0 per gallon. Also in Quarts, half gallons and In bulk. PERFECTION CHEMICAL CO., FLUSHING, N. Y. THE BEST Bug Killer and Bloom Saver For PKOOr Write te P. R. PALETHORPE COMPANY, Oweniboro, Ky The Regan Printing Heuse LABOK lom or CATALOGUES wvn roB ncuut. 91 nymontb Piace, CHICAGO Gorham ^ Chapline nv>Tn4^/>*»T In,- CATALOGUES printcry i'"^- price lists. HALFTONES, ENGRAVINGS and printing FOR FLORISTS. 358 Dearborn Street, CHICAGO. ABEEDEEN, S. D.— About 40 per cent greater than last year is Richard Strohmeir's report of his Easter trade with prices about the same and plenty of stock of all kinds. Mr. Strohmeir says that the sales were small individ- ually, but there was a lot of them and the cheapest plants sold best. Lilies roses, carnations and bulbous stock sold well, but valley and violets were out of it. Sold by Seed Dealers all over America Used 25 Years. KILLS THE Ciirrant Worm, Potato Bu^, Cabbage Worm, Slug on Roses, Caterpillars, Aphis on Roses, Bugs on Melons, Cut Worms, Sow Bugs, Lice on Fowls, Curculio on Plums, Tobacco Worms, &c. For pamphlets on Bugs and Blight, write to B. HAMMOND, Fishkill-on-Hudson, N. Y. Wired Toothpicks lO.OOti, SI. 75: 50,000, .*7.,S0. Manufactured by V\r J. COWEE, Berlin. N. T. Sample free. For sale by dealers. Shawnee, Okla. — The Brenner Floral Co. has added a new green- house, 42x145 feet, to its plant. are easy to kill with The rumigating Kind Tobacco Powder $3.00 per bag 100 lbs. Satisfaction guaranteed or money bai-k; why try cheap sulistitntes tbat makers do not dare to guarantee ? , TEE H. A. sroOTHOFF CO., MOUNT VIRNOK, 5. T. igio. The American Florist. 567 I^OR 4ft ^f HEWS STANDARD POTS POT MAKERS FOR 140 YEARS WORLDS LARGEST MANUFACTURERS | Pearson Street, LONG ISLAND CITT, N.Y. WRITE FOR CATALOG AND DISCOUNTS. A. H. HEWS & CO. Established 1 7eS, CAMBRIDGE, MASS. 452-460 No. Branch St., CHICAGO UL. THE ART OF Floral.... Arrangement. The first special newspaper in the world for floral arrangement. 400 Partially Colored lllustitions Annually. Specimen number free. Subscription, $2.90 yearly. BINDEKUNST-VERLAG, J. Olbartz, ERFURT, GERMANY. 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I. N. KRAMER & SON, Cedar Rapids, Iowa NEPONSET PAPER POTS. HEADQUARTERS w...,pr.... VAUGHAN'S SEED STORE, Don*! Break, . Cost Little. Cliicago and New Yorit. J I i SYRACUSE / RED POTS/ Prompt shipments ^oar anteed. We have a large stock of well made and well burned pots on hand for the trade of 19l0, Our terms are as ffood as the best. Our catalogue on application. SYRACUSEPOTTERYCO. SYRACUSE, N. Y. Mention the American Florist when writim Those Red Pots "STANDARDS" Full size and wide bottoms. BULB PANS and AZALEA POTS DETROIT FLOWER POT M'F'Y HARRY BALSLEY, Detroit. Mich. Rep 490 Howard St. Standard Flowerpots PoratitT ud Streorlk UunrpeMcd. Writ* It prices. F. KOHR Standard Flower Pots! Packed in small crates, eas7 to handle Price per crate ,, in crate, $4.88 5.25 6.00 5.00 5.80 4.50 5.24 4 51 3 78 Price per crate 144 6-in.,in crate, $3.16 120 7 ■• 4.20 60 8 •' 3.00 HAND MADE 48 9-in,. in craie. $3 60 4.80 3.60 4.80 4.80 4.50 Send for price 48 lO 24 11 24 12 12 14 6 16 1500 2in 1500 2Vi 1500 2H 1000 3 80O34 5004 456 4H 305 210 5H Seed pans, same price as pots, list of cylinders for Cut Flowers. Haneing Baskets. Lawn Vaies, etc. Ten per cent off for cash with order. Address HOFINGES BROS. POTTERY: Fort Edward. N.T. or August Rolkfr & sons. New York Agents 31 Barclay Street. New York City. Mention the American Florist when writing All The Clay FOR OUR A. 2934-36-38 Leavitt St. CHICAGO Colorado Springs, Colo. — F. F. Crump reports greater sales at Easter than last, with better prices on plants, which were just about equal to the demand. The demand for plants is on the increase here. Florists' Red Pots Is prepared by passing thpougb a screen 1600 meshes to the square inch. If in a hurry for pots order from us. We ship over five lines of railroad by river or interurban. Write for catalogue sbowinsr all the articles we make for florists' uee. THE PETERS & REED POTTERY CO. ZANZlSVILIiE, OHIO. 6E0. KELLER & SON, Manafacturers of Red Pots Befor« baying write for prices. 2614-2022 Hemdon St., meniion The American Flont when you order stod;. i » i ; Always 668 The American Florist. April g, DeBorlptlve partloul&rs— with drawings or photograpiks, ft possible— of any new appa- ratus or device which may prove helpful to the trade are solicited for this department. Plants and Cold. It has always been more or less of a puzzle, even to the scientist, to de- cide how certain plants are able to survive the winter in the leafy condi- tion. It is sometimes stated that the cells of such plants are so small that freezing the water in them does not rupture the cell walls, or even that the cells do not contain sufficient moisture to make its freezing a dis- turbing feature. A Swedish botanist has recently offered another explana- tion to the effect that such plants, at least in northern Germany and Scandi- navia, contain sugar instead of starch during winter and that the sugar in some way protects the protoplasm from freezing. — American Botanist. The Cost of Fertilizers. It is surprising, even amusing, to note that some agricultural societies and farmers' unions are clamoring for low- er prices on commercial fertilizers and while it is a well-known fact that practically every element that goes into the manufacture and composition of commercial fertilizers has advanced greatly in price the last few years, as have also all classes of labor that pro- duce the goods, according to an auth- ority on fertilizers. In the past two or three years, animal ammoniates have more than doubled in price, and the overhead charges in the fertilizer busi- ness have increased greatly. And against this, agriculturists and planters are receiving a much higher price for all of their products than they did a few years ago. Taking all these facts into consideration, it would quite naturally seem that the prices of commercial fertilizers advance, in- stead of being reduced. The King's Gardener. Some very interesting popularly- written notes on Mr. Mackellar and his duties recently appeared in "M. A. P." "Sometimes an order will come in the morning to Windsor for a large consignment of cut flowers and for several bouquets to be sent at once to Buckingham palace. A special staff of gardeners is put on to cut the re- quired flowers, which are then in- spected by the head gardener, who directs what blooms are to be used in the making up of the bouquets and the particular way in which they are to be designed. A bouquet for her Majesty is always composed of pure white flowers; the Princess Victoria likes the introduction of purple into a bouquet, and the Princess of Wales favors cream and crimson roses more than any other flowers. The garden- er-in-chief is not, as is the manner with guides, at all loquacious. He thinks that the beauty of the gardens should speak for themselves, though he may sometimes enlighten visitors on their historical aspect, which is extremely interesting. Occasionally, however, he comes upon a real hor- ticultural enthusiast as he did when the Queen of Italy visited the Frog- more gardens some years ago, and to such the head gardener delights to point out the really wonderful and beautiful results that can be achieved in a garden, under modern scientific methods." Attentlonll Glass BuyersII GREENHOUSE GLASS. Yon will uive monej if yon obtun onr pricea before yon bof. Quality A. No. 1. Prompt shipmeots. Hooker's Greenhouse White Paint The most dnrable white paint for this purpose. Half barrels, (26 gallons), per gal. $1.86. 6 gal. pails, per gal. %\M H. N. HOOKER COMPANY, Lon^ Distance Phone Monroe 4994. WHOLBSA.LE GLASS AND PAINTS, 651-659 Washington Boulevard, GHiGA60. "GREENHOUSE MATERIAL" 5 - 72x20 Tubular Boilers. 2 - 72x18 Tabular Boilers. 6 - 60x16 Tubular Boilers. 1 - 60x14 Tubular Boiler. 2 - 54x16 Tubular Boilers. 2 - 64x14 Tubular Boilers. 2 3 - 42x12 Tubular Boilers. 1 2 - 36x10 Tubular Boilers. 1 2 - 48x14 Fire Box Boilers. 2 3 - 48x12 Fire Box Boilers. ■ 42x10 Fire Box Boilers. 36x12 Fire Box Boiler. 36x10 Fire Box Boiler. ■ 30x 8 Fire Box Boilers. All of the above in good condition, for heating service only. Special prices. 300,000 feet of Standard Pipe, all sizes, will be cut to any length. BUILDING MATERIAL AND SUPPLIES Marvelous bargains in Greenhouse Sash and Building Material of all kinds. Cor- rugated Roofing and Siding, Structural Iron, Gutters, Eave Spouts, Hydrants and Valves, 10,000 feet Rubber Hose, Soil Pipe, Plumbing Material of all kinds, Feed Pumps, Flower Pots, etc. Thousands of other articles of interest to Florists or Greenhousemen. Send for our now 500-pago Catalog No. 47. Froe upon request. CHICAGO HOUSE WRECKING CO , 35th and Iron Sts., Chicago. DAYLIIE Glass Cleaner Will not injure paint or putty ANDERSEN SPECIALTY CO., 4648 Calumet Ave., Quick, == Powerful. Leaves no Greasy Sarface. Per gal. 25 to 50 gallons $0 70 5 to 25 trallons 8« Less 1 00 o^^^B^^. CHICAGO. Superior Quality. Hand IVIade. Greenhouse Glass Wh}' not buy the best. Write us for discounts. We can save money for you. BAUR WINDOW GLASS CO. Eaton, Indiana. Are positively tbe best. 10.000 pounds now in use. SIEBERT'S ZmC Nevet Rust GLAZING POINTS Last forever. Over A sure preventative of /lasB slipping. Elective on laree or small elass. Easy to drive- Easy to extract. Two sizes H^ai '■i. 40c per lb . by mail Iftc extra: 7 lbs. for (2.50 Easy to drive- Easy to extract. Two sizes f^ and '■i. 40c per lb . by mail Iftc extra - 15 lbs. for $5.00, by express. For sale by the trade. RANDOLPH a McCLEMENTS, Successors to Chas. T. Siebert, Banm a Beatty Sts., Plttfibnrtf. Greenhouse Construction By Prof. L. R Taft. Price $1..S0 AMERICAN FLORIST CO. 324 Dearborn St., Chicago. A STIC A FOR J?e/( — ^ reenfjOU^M'^ USEJTNOW. F.O.PIERCE CO. 12 W. BROADWAY NEW YORK MASTICA is elastic and tenaciou.s. <)dmiU uf expiinsion and contraction. Putty becomes hard and jjrittle. Broken ulass more easily removed without breakinc of other class, ;is occurs with putiy. Lasts longer than putty. Easy to apply. '»»»»»»»****--*'* Holds Class Firmly See the Point IS" PBERIESS Olazlns Points are the beat. No rights or lefca. Box of 1.000 poiati 75cts. poBtp&ld. HENRY A. DREER. 714 ChMtBBt 8«., Fhllk., Pa. VV99VVVVWVVVVW f*^ DERIGMBj Mmerica is "the Fran/ of ths IlBsseh thsre may be mare comfort JJmidships, but wb are the Srst to touch Unknown Seas,' Vol. XXXIV. CHICAQO AND NEW YORK, APRIL 16, 1910. No. 1141 The American Florist TWENTT-FIFTH YBAR. Copyright, 1910, by American Florist Company. Entered as Second-Class Matter Nov. 11, 1891, at the Post Office at Chicago, Illinois, under act of March 3, 1879. Published Eyert Saturday bt AMERICAN FLORIST COMPANY, 324 Dearborn St., Chicago, Long Distance Phone : Harrison 7465. ■astern OHlce : 11 33 Broadway, New York. miladelphia, Fa.: Robt. KUt, 1 725 Chestnut St. Registered Cable Address : Ameflo, Chicago. Subscription, United States and Mexico, $1.00 a year; Canada, $2.00; Europe and Countries in Postal Union, $2.50. Subscriptions accepted only from the trade. Vol- umes half yearly from August, 1901. Address all correspondence, subscriptions, etc., American Florist Co., 324 Dearborn St., Chicago. SOCIETY OF AMERICAN FLORISTS AND ORNAMENTAL HORTICULTURISTS. Officers — F. R. Pierson, Tarrytown, N. V., Pres.; Fred W. Vick. Rochester, N. Y., Vice- Pres.; H. B. I)orner. Urbana. 111.. Sec'y; Wm. F. K.^STiNG. BuSalo, N. Y.. Treas. Next meeting at Rochester. N. Y.. August. 1910. Second National Flower Show. Boston. Mass., March. 1911. THE AMERICAN CARNATION SOCIETY. Next annual convention and exhibition at Boston. Mass., March. 1911 Fred. Burki, Pittsburg. Pa.. President: A. F. J. Baur. Thirty- eighth St. and Senate Ave.. Indianapolis. Ind., Secretary. AMERICAN ROSE SOCIETY. Next annual meeting and exhibition at Bos- ton. March 1911. Wm. H. Elliott. Brightjn. Mass , President; A. F.\renwald, Rcslyn. Pa. Vice President Benjamin Hammond.- Fishtill- on-Hudson, N. Y., Secretary. AMERICAN PEONY SOCIETY. Seventh annual meeting at Horticultural Hall., Boston. Mass., June 1910. B. H. Farr Reading. Pa.. Pres.; A. H. Fewkes, Newton Highlands. Mass, Sec'y. Turn Your Surplus Stocks Into Cash By Advertising in the Ready Reference Department. See Page 607. MORE TALKS TO THE CUSTOMERS W. N. RuDD has written a series of seasonable articles for the National Council of Horticulture press service, which are so full of practical suggestion for those nuinerous florists, seedsmen and nurseryinen who have to deal personally with many of their customers at this season of the year that we print them in full herewith, so that none of our readers may miss them. Employers will find this excellent material for their assistants and clerks. Every employe who comes in contact with customers should be familiar with the facts here set forth. Hot to Have Good Geraniums. No plant is so easy to grow, nor so free from disease and insects as the geranium. It stands neglect and abuse and carries itself bravely, putting forth an occasional bloom, even when con- ditions are such that other plants would pine and die. Truly it is the lazy man's (or woman's) flower. It demands little skill for its growing, and repays better than almost any other plant, the little effort required to attend to its few wants. Geraniums are sold so cheaply by the florist, and there are so many beautiful new varieties, that it hardly pays to grow one's own plants. It is, however, perfectly feasible to carry the old plants through the winter in the house in pots, but such plants do not bloom enough inside to make good house plants, and are not so good to plant out in the spring as the strong, young, vigorous plants obtained from the florist. The old house plants, if used, should be cut back thoroughly — down to six inches from the ground, as they are generally long-legged and spindly and will never make good, vigorous, shapely plants otherwise. It is also possible to grow geraniums from cuttings rooted in the house, but one has to wait a long time for such plants to grow and bloom. The geranium bed should be in a sunny place. If too shady they grow long and slender, produce abundance of large leaves, but do not bloom. The soil in the bed should not be too rich. A little old rotted manure worked into the soil is all they need. In over-rich soil they grow too rank and do not bloom so well. Geraniums, 'unlike many other plants, will do well year after year in the same bed. Many people have trouble getting plants out of the pots, and yet it is a very simple matter. Turn the pot upside down, supporting the soil with the left hand, the stem of the plant between the fore and middle fingers. Hold the bottom of the pot in the right hand, and with a sharp downward motion strike the top, still turned downward, a sharp blow on a box or block of wood — the handle of a wheelbarrow is good if one has been using it and it is near by. The pot will then slip off easily, leaving the plant with the ball of earth in the left hand. If it does not come off, hit it again, a little harder — no need to break the pot, however. If the roots are densely matted, pinch them to break them apart and loosen them. No matter if you break some of the roots — it will do no harm. Plant them firmly a little deeper than they were in the pots. Give the bed a good thorough soaking and then let them alone, except to keep the top soil stirred and the weeds down. Don't be everlastingly squirting water on them with the hose, They don't like it. Run your hand into the bed occasionally, and if the under soil (never mind the surface) is moist, keep on letting them alone. If moderately dry, give them a thorough soaking, loosen the soil the next day and then go back to the let- alone practice. Don't sprinkle. When they must have water, soak them down to the roots and loosen the top soil next day. One can hardly understand why half the geraniums grown are red. when there are so many other beautiful and delicate colors and shades; however, there is no disputing about taste in such inatters: but, any way, don't plant geraniums in a round bed and in the center of the lawn. It dwarfs the; place and spoils all artistic effect. 570 The American Florist. April 1 6, Trees In Place and Out of Place. Among many good people who use more sentiment than reason, or who lack knowledge of the facts, it has become a fad to say it is a crime to cut down a tree and that it is always, and under any circumstances, an act of greatest virtue to plant one. To one who gives thought to the matter, these accepted axioms may be reversed; and we can say with all seriousness and all truth, that there is no town in this country where the judicious use of the axe among the trees in some part of it or another, is not demanded; and, on the other hand, thousands of trees are being planted where no tree should ever be placed. Each variety of fruit or ornamental tree, when it reaches maturity under reasonably favorable conditions, has its ■established size or spread of branches. Among the better shade trees com- monly planted, this reaches 40 to 50, and even a greater number of feet in diameter. In dense forests we see the trees stretching up and up, after the precious sunshine and air; losing their side branches and becoming a collec- tion of giant telegraph poles with pitiful little bunches of green at the top; nothing beautiful about them, and all smaller and weaker specimens killed out or crippled. Every tree, to be beautiful, must have room to expand and develop to its proper proportions, and to retain the side branches with which nature always furnishes them, under such con- ditions, unless thwarted by the bung- ling hand of the hired man with the axe or saw. Street trees should never be planted to be ultimately nearer than 40 feet apart. Most of the better shade trees are slow in growth. It is quite advis- able to plant quicker growing trees in between them for immediate effect, to be cut out later when they begin to crowd and injure each other. Quite often when this time comes, the poorer, quick-growing tree is so much larger and finer looking a speci- men, that the owner's heart fails him, and he compromises by hacking off the branches of all, ruining the whole row and, at that, only affording tem- porary relief, as it must be done again, and again. In a few years the poorer and short-lived trees begin to die, and soon only a straggly row of melancholy cripples exists, where might have been noble specimens, good for generations to come. Trees should never bo planted so as to densely shade a building where humans or animals abide. The sun must reach every part of our dwellings for at least a part of the day, or the doctor will be a certain and frequent visitor. Trees must not be planted in the center of the lawn. At the side or the rear is the place for them if they will there have room to develop. A spread- ing apple tree or two in the backyard is good for shade and for its fruit — if it is sprayed to kill the insects and fungous diseases. If the house is densely shaded, use the axe ruthlessly and open the place up to admit air and light. If two trees are crowding each other, select the best, or best located, and put the axe to the other, unless it is small enough to move. Don't trim up — cut down. One per- fect tree is of more value than a yard full of crippled or stunted specimens. Primula Obconlca. The accompanying illustration of Primula obconlca is from a photo- graph of a plant grown by Henry Schmidt of Union Hill, N. J. Mr. Schmidt makes a specialty of Primula obconlca and grows especially the Ronsdorfer hybrids, which he consid- ers best in point of size of flower and color. The plant figured is P. obcon- lca lilacina, a fine lilac colored variety, growing in a 6-inch pot. House and Soil for Sweet Peas. Ed. AMERICAN Florist: What do you consider a modern sized greenhouse for sweet peas and chrysanthemum growing, and how would the soil have to be prepared? F. Sweet peas and chrysanthemums may be grown in almost any sized Primula Obconlca. house, but the most modern and best construction is anywhere from about 20 feet up in width, the length de- pending entirely upon how much money can be spent upon it. Houses from 100 to 200 feet are excellent. Growers do not usually provide the best of soil for these two crops and soil that has grown a crop of roses or carnations is often livened up with a little fresh and used for them. An excellent article on the preparation of soil for roses appeared in our issue of April 9. page 528, and a good idea can be obtained from this, though soil for sweet peas or chrysanthemums is not needed so rich as for roses and less manure may be allowed. ViNELAND, N. J. — Miss Lealman has opened a retail store at the Bijou. Hackensack, N. J. — The contract for the erection of a greenhouse for John D. Carroll of Teaneck has been let to Steenland Bros., of Palisade Park. Tampa, F^a. — The city will soon have another up-to-date establishment. It will be situated on two Tampania tracts at the junction of Grand Cen- tral avenue and Bay boulevard, two prominent thoroughfares. Newaman, of Boston, is at the head of the en- terprise. THE RE TAIL TRADE Basket ol Rambler Roses aud Hr acini ha. The simplest forms of decoration are often the best and nothing could be simpler or prettier in its way than the elegant Easter basket depicted on the opposite page. This was the work of Wm. J. Smyth, of Thirty-first street and Michigan avenue, Chicago, and is in that well-known decorator's best style. At Easter, Memorial day and similar fectivals these baskets are greatly in demand and every re- tailer should make up few or many, according as his trade demands. They show a good profit, as a far higher price can be charged than for the plants used in their making, while the time taken in making them is not very considerable. Lightness and grace in arrangement, and, at the same time, a fairly full appearance to satisfy the customer are the principal points to study in these baskets, a good eye to color effect being also a useful asset to the decorator. The Pansy Window. Using pansies at this time of the year for a novel window display is most opportune and will lend to a great deal of ingenuity. Where the window has sufficient depth a hanging basket for the center composed of three round flat baskets with a suf- ficient border to allow it to be filled with growing pansies. to make it as long lasting as possible, is full of sug- gestions. These three baskets can be attached together by means of a stout chain or rope which, in turn, can be covered with asparagus vine. This vine may extend in strands below the last basket and be gathered together in the center where a small round ball of pansies can be suspended. Each tray basket can be filled with a dif- ferent color pansy if desired. The many beautiful shades of lav- ender found in the large spring vari- ety make a brilliant showing. Do not mix them, but group them in one tone effect. On the ground floor of the window groups in boxes or potted can bo arranged so as to have the low Italian garden effect, grouping the same shades as used in the hanging basket effect, leaving a vacant space under where the basket hangs and covering this with green moss. Back of this arrangement a cur- tain of asparagus vine or southern smilax will give a pretty setting. It a touch of color is desired a row of boxes filled with growing yellow tulips arranged along the back of the win- dow and close to the green curtain luakes a striking contrast. If a still further touch of yellow is desired yel- low panics could be attractively used as a border to the crescent effects on the ground or whatever figure is most appropriate for the size of the window to be decorated. Lobelias can also be used effectively where an odd color combination is desired. If an elaborate setting is desired, a mirror placed under the hanging basket — reflecting its pansies of many lavender hues — lends to the attracti\'«- ness, or a pond with a small stream of water spouting up to the hanging baskets is a good setting. Gold fish could be used advantageously in the pond. A. E. Klundeb. igio. The American Florist. 571 BASKET OF RAMBLER ROSES AND HYACINTHS BV WM. J. SMYTH, CHICAGO. 572 The American Florist, April 1 6, New Store at Cleveland, O. We take pleasure in giving herewitli an illustration of the new retail store of Mrs. Ella Grant Wilson, on Euclid avenue, Cleveland, O. About a year ago a cyclone wrecked Mrs. Wilson's store completely and, in consequence, she has been doing nothing in the way of retailing for nearly a year. But the new store has led to great ac- tivity, and it is certainly a model one. It was opend on March 17. The opal refrigerator is 8x10x10 feet and has front and rear compartments and a double plate glass bay front. The THE CANNA. Notes on Cannas. Cannas have been universal gar- den favorites for a long time and they will always be regarded as one of the most beautiful and useful of bedding plants. Their noble foliage and hand- some flowers place them in the front rank of bedding plants. Few subjects in plants have ever been taken in hand which have so richly rewarded the hybridist's labor. The great num- ber of varieties listed in the cata- CANNA KING HUMBERT AT MT. GREENWOOD CEMETERY, CHICAGO. Expert Judges Say it is thi- Best Canna to Date. store is 18x80 feet with a light base- ment the whole length, giving ample storage facilities. The color scheme is light green walls with white fixtures, the whole producing a pleasing soft toning that gives to all colors in plants and flowers their full value. We are very pleased to note that this enter- prising lady has come out of her troubles so well, and she has our sin- cerest wishes for a prosperous future in this fine new store. New Store at Wilkesbarre, Pa. The illustration herewith shows the new store. "The Fernery," at Wilkes- barre, Pa., recently opened by Mrs. I. Herbert. Judging by the reception given it in the local press and its fine appearance, Mrs. Herbert has reason to be proud of her new store. Hun- dreds of people visited it on the open- ing day and it was a revelation to most of them in the possibilities of tasteful and effective arrangement of cut flow- ers and plants. The store itself is fin- ished in green and white and present^ a charming appearance, while the large and well assorted display of palms and ferns and cut flowers of all kinds was a decidedly attractive one. Some handsome novelties in baskets were also shown and the fixture; throughout were tastily arranged, thi' window treatment being strikingl.v unique. Souvenirs consisting of cm'- nations, were distributed throughout the day to the visitors. Mrs. Herbert has been in business, for some time, with headquarters on West North- ampton street and her prospects for success in the new location are excep- tionally bright. Sedalia. Mo. — The Archias Seed Store has purchased the greenhouses, business and good will of Gelven & Son of this city at a cost of $20,000. Owing to ill health Joseph Gelven had to retire from business, but Chas. Gelvin is retained as manager. logues embrace a range in form and colors astonishing in itself, and it is equally surprising to note the number which are added each year. It seems each year as though the height of per- fection is reached, and yet, when we see the results of the hybridizer in new introductions, we have to confess that there are improvements in many ways. What the future will bring forth no one can say. In looking back 20 years I still can see those old fashioned cannas we used in decorating beds of tropical and sub-tropical character — ■ all tall growing varieties with very small flowers. One could not use a canna bed in floral displays; they were not effective enough and were mostly used in connection with other tall growing plants. When one thinks of the wonderful progress made in cannas inside of a quarter of a cen- tury, one naturally wonders what they will look like 2 5 years hence. It would be very difficult, indeed, today for the average florist and private gardener to do his bedding without the canna. For large beds there is nothing that can beat it. From the end of June until cut down by frost the plants are flowering profusely and improving in appearance right along. Amonst the newer cannas, of which a good number are of American origin, we have some splendid varie- ties. Some of the best tall growers with red flowers and green foliage are A. Bouvier, Beaute Poitevine, Flam- ingo, Duke of Marlborough, D. Eisele and Chas. Henderson. In crimson foliage and red flowers — King Hum- bert, David Harum, Egandale and Leonard Vaughan Express, Crimson Bedder, Premier and Pres. McKin- ley are some of the best dwarf ones in red. In red, gold edged, we have Queen Charlotte, Mme. Crozy, Souv. de Antoine Crozy and Cinnabar. In pink and salmon shades (green foliage) we have Mar- tha Washington, Mile. Herat, 'Virginia and Betsey Ross. In whites (green foliage) Alsace and Mont. Blanc; in yellow (green foliage), Buttercup, Richard Wallace, Dong Island and Florence Vn-ughan. Those varieties are about the best bedders, as far as I know of, here in the northwest. All are of the large flowering Crozy type. Undoubtedly there are some more varieties worthy of mention like Venus. Papa Nardy, Milwaukee, Queen of Holland, also the orchid flowering and the ornamental foliage varieties, but I think the varieties mentioned above are about the best bedders on which we can rely. In conclusion I wish to say that there are very few of the newer varieties which are not worth a good trial for they nearly all show some improvements in one line or the other. LOUIS BOEGLIN. HELD OF CANNAS AT VAUGHAN'S GRE JNHOUSES. WESTERN SPRINGS, ILL. igio. The American Florist. 573 Canna Work at Cornell. Ed. AMERICAN Florist: — I read with interest the article by Antoine Wintzer on cannas in your issue of April 2. My attention was especially attracted by his remark that some experiment station ought to take upon itself to make a collec- tion of the various varieties, in order to keep the nomenclature straight, to reduce the list, and to give out a statement each year of the value of novelties. The division of floriculture here (Cornell Universitv Experiment Sta- tion, Ithaca, N. Y.) has had that very thing in mind, and a start has already been made. Arthur T. Boddington. New York, and Prof. Cowell, of Buffalo have been kind enough to send us 49 varieties of cannas this spring as the nucleus of a collection, and all we want now is the co-operation of seeds- men and growers in order to make the work thoroughly effective. I there- fore beg you to do me the favor to make it known to your readers that the division of floriculture would be very glad to receive new varieties of cannas from any who are suflicient- ly interested to furnish them. The following varieties are now on hand: Alice Roosevelt, AUemannia, Al- phonse Bouvier, Alsace, Austria, Beaute Poitevine, Black Beauty, Black Prince, Brandywine, Buttercup, Chas. Henderson, Cinnabar, Comte de Bou- chard, Crimson Bedder, David Harum, Duke of Marlborough, Egandale, Ex- plorateur Crampbell, Express, Florence Vaughan, Gladiator, Indiana, Italia. J. D. Eisele, King Humbert, Kronus, L. Patry, Leonard Vaughan, Louise. Louisiana, Mile. Berat, Mme. Crozy Mrs. Kate Gray, Mrs. W. F. Kasting, Musafolia, Newburg, Pennsylvania, Pil- lar of Fire, Premier, Pres. McKinley, Queen Charlotte, Richard Wallace, Robusta, Shenandoah, Souvenir d'An- toine Crozy, Tarrytown, Tennyson, W. N. Rudd and Wyoming. L. B. JUDSON. Grass. Lying in the sunshine among the buttercups and the dandelions of May, scarcely higher in intelligence than the minute tenants of that mimic wilder- ness, our earliest recollections are of grass; and when the fitful fever is ended, and the foolish wrangle of the market and forum is closed, grass heals over the scar which our descent into the bosom of the earth has made, and the carpet of the infant becomes the blanket of the dead. Grass is the for- giveness of nature — her constant bene- diction. Fields trampled with battle, saturated with blood, torn with the ruts of cannon, grow green again with grass, and carnage is forgotten. Streets abandoned by trafiic become grass- grown like rural lanes and are obliter- ated. Forests decay, harvests perish, flowers vanish, but grass is immortal. Beleaguered by the sullen hosts of winter, it withdraws into the impreg- nable fortress of its subterranean vi- tality, and emerges upon the first so- licitation of spring. Sown by the winds, by the wandering birds, propa- gated by the subtle horticulture of the elements which are its ministers and servants, it softens the rude outline of the world. Its tenacious fibers hold the earth in its place, and prevent its soluble components from washing into the wasting sea. It invades the soli- tude of deserts, climbs the inaccessible NEW '•WINTZER" CANNAS OF THE CONARD & JONES CO., WEST GROVE, PA. RosL-a Gigantoa (Rnsi- Pink). Gladiiiriora itrimson and Rosu). Mi-teor (Dc-pp Crimson). Mont Blanc Improved (White) Minnoiiaha (Pink Gold Shaded). slopes and forbidding pinnacles of mountains, modifies climates and de- termines the history, character and destiny of nations. Unobtrusive and patient, it has immortal vigor and ag- gression. Banished from the thor- oughfares and the field, it abides its time to return, and when vigilance is relaxed, or the dynasty has perished, it silently resumes the throne from which it has been expelled, but which it never abdicates. It bears no blaz- onry of bloom to charm the senses with fragrance or splendor, but its homely hue is more enchanting than the lily or the rose. It yields no fruit in earth or air, and yet should its har- vest fail for a single year, famine would depopulate the world. JOHN J. iNGAIiS. SToeivTON, CALlF.^The San Joaquin Floral Co. nearly doubled its sales this year at Easter at rather better prices. Plants were scarce, as were cut lilies. In plants, lilies, azaleas, heaths, cyclamens and primulas were most in demand, lilies, carnations, roses and bulb stock being the best sellers in cut flowers. The weather was wet, but this did not hinder trade. There were no outdoor flowers to speak of. Cleveland, O. — Frank Smith is vis- iting in Bristol, Conn. Gary, Ind. — Pranzen & Little have opened a flower and tree store at 644 Broadway. Dayton, O. — The Montgomery Hor- ticultural Society held its regular monthly meeting April 6. Norfolk, Conn. — Bobbins Stoeckel is planning to erect a greenhouse on his Litchfield road property. Chippewa Falls, Wis. — A severe hailstorm damaged many greenhouses here April 4. The storin, however, broke the longest period of drought ever experienced in this section at this time of the year. Portland, Ore. — Clarke Bros say their sales at Easter this year showed an increase over those of last of about 30 per cent at prices about the same and plenty of stock. Easter lilies were most in de>nand as plants, though there was a fair call for azaleas, hydrangeas, roses, etc. The gardens around were full of bulbous stock, consequently these flowers were not wanted, but violets, roses, carna- tions and sweet peas sold out clean. The bright yet cool weather was the best that could have happened- 574 The American Florist. April i6, ORCHID NOTES. Plenty of heat and a good light are necessary for Dendrobium PhaI;T>nop- sis. Keep Cattleya Percivaliana on the dry side after flowering and until the growth starts. The bright red flowers of Epiden- drum vitellinum are among the show- iest in the whole orchid family. Epidendbum Bicornutum is a diffi- cult plant to grow but the flowers are among the most beautiful in this very extensive genus. DendroMum Phalaenopsis. Probably no other dendrobium is so largely grown by commercial grow- ers for cutting as the giant moth dendrobe, D. Phaljenopsis. This is not to be wondered at, for it is cer- tainly the finest of all in this extensive genus for the purpose. Nearly all the other species have to be cut with the stems and the plants are thereby in- jured, but with strong plants of D. Phalaenopsis the flower stems alone are long enough for all ordinary deco- rative purposes and these can be cut without weakening the plants. The stems of this plant, in fact, never should be cut off as long as they are plump, only when they shrivel, for they go on year after year producing flower stems that, though not so fine as the first season are still very use- ful for cutting. At a fair computation each strong stem of this dendrobium should produce a dozen flower spikes and this makes it a profitable subject to grow when the flowers are in de- mand. The culture of D. Phalanopsis is not difficult, but a few plants in a col- lection will almost invariably fail to do well. It is entirely in the atmos- pheric conditions that we go wrong with this plant. We can arrange for the rooting medium pretty easily. Water can be applied and heat is also easily managed, but there is something intangible always in the atmosphere of tropical countries where these orchids grow that cannot be reproduced in our orchid houses, and this is what the plants miss. It may be some gases from decaying vegetable matter that is missing or there are other ele- ments that we cannot reproduce, though probably it is the constant and regular supply of fresh air that the plants miss, for this we cannot give and at the same time keep the atmos- phere and temperature correct. In the earlier days of orchid grow- ing cultivators were in the habit of keeping their houses closely shut up, heavily shaded and reeking with mois- ture, and it is little wonder that in such temperatures the plants suffered, especially these beautiful dendrobes that grow naturally high up on trees fully exposed in many cases to God's sunshine and always to the full air. But a more sensible plan is now fol- lowed. Growers allow their plants as full exposure as possible under the artificial conditions forced upon them by circumstances. During late sum- mer, when the conditions are favor- able, the plants are given outdoor treatment entirely to ripen and con- solidate the growth, the only points necessary being to allow plenty of moisture in the atmosphere and just a slight shade to prevent the foliage burning up. D. Phalsenopsis usually makes the best of its growth in late summer, but should be let have its own way and never forced to grow when it .seems inclined to rest, or vice versa. Orchis. Cattleya LaUata. The accompanying illustration of a house full of Cattleya labiata gives a good idea of how this plant is grown commercially by the large growers of cut flowers and there is no more use- ful species or variety for cutting than this. It flowers during the fall when other cattleyas and indeed orchids of all kinds are scarce and is one of the most free flowering and showiest kinds in existence. For many years C. labi- ata — the autumn flowering form — was very scarce in cultivation, it having been lost for many years, and col- lectors had almost despaired of ever finding it again. But during the last 15-20 years probably no other orchid has been so freely imported, its habi- tat having been discovered almost simultaneously by the collectors of several European houses. It is now the standard kind for cutting and one of the finest orchids in existence. Its culture has been frequently referred to in these columns. American Flag in Plants. Ed. American Florist: — Please give a list of the best flower- ing plants to make an American flag in bedding. Also a list of the best foliage plants for this purpose. J. T. WITH THE GROWERS Wietor Bros., Chicago. Probably the one thing that strikes a practical grower most forcibly on visiting the Wietor Bros.' ranges north of Chicago just now is the magnificent lot of young stock in all varieties to be seen there. Not one, but all the varieties are represented by the finest and healthiest plants we have .seen anywhere. Carnations have been root- ed and potted and are now being top- ped and out of the many thousands of plants in each batch it would be diffi- cult to i)ick out a poor specimen, so even and good are they. American Beauty roses again are elegant. There is one large batch already potted in 3% -inch pots for home planting and they are starting up and making grand healthy shoots with the utmost vigor. Smaller stock in 2% -inch is just as healthy and clean and growing just as strongly and these are all in preparation for the immense shipping trade that is done annually from these ranges. We have mentioned the Beau- ties specifically but they are typical of al the other varieties and it would be difficult indeed to find finer or more regular stock of Killarney, White Killarney, Mrs. Jardine, Bride Bridesmaid or any other popular kinds. As in most other places the plant- ings of Bride and Bridesmaid are be- ing considerably reduced here and 30.- 000 aditional White Killarney and 15.- 000 Mrs. Jardine are to be planted to take their place in the houses that are to be rebuilt this season as noted in a recent issue. The material for this rebuilding has been obtained from the John C. Moninger Co. and is al- ^/^ Ab^tS^S^H ^1 ^^^^ ^S^WJ^JM^^I^^'^J^. , % ^^^8i^i4S3M 'H GROUP OF DENDROBIUM PHALjGNOPSIS SCHRODERIANUM. As flowering plants for the stripes use Begonia semperflorens luminosa and Erfordi alba, the latter being also used for the stars. For the field use Lobelia Crystal Palace (blue). In fol- iage plants there is nothing in blue, so the lobelia should be used. For the stripes use red alternantheras and Echeveria secunda glauca; for the stars Euonymus variegatus repens or the echeveria. ready on the ground and painted. The houses to be rebuilt are eight 250 feet long and three 125 feet. Among the most profitable kinds grown here is Mrs. Jardine. This is a grand winter rose, the growth keeping strong and clean and flowering well. During the heat of summer it is apt to fly open a little but not more so than other kinds and it is undoubtedly a coming rose, as the retailers like the color. igio. The American Florist. 675 Rhea Reid has done much better here of late than in the earlier part of its career and aJthough it has not yet been fully decided, the plantings of this variety will probably be increased this year. The early trouble was drop- ping of the foliage but the plants here now are leafy and green and in the best condition. Uncle John is grown in large numbers, also Kaiserin and these and all the other roses now in cut are healthy and producing well. The young Beauties, that is the young stock planted last season, are doing well both as to growth and flower. They were run cool and with plenty of air last summer and they are now producing their fourth crop of flowers. It is worthy of note that old stock, both of this rose and three- year-old Killarney, have done remark- ably well this season, better in some in- stances than the younger stock. Very prominent among the carna- tions are Winsor, White Perfection and Victory. There are many others, of course, but these stand head and shoulders above them. The culture of Winsor is evidently well understood for we never saw better flowers or stems and the plants are remarkably healthy. Enchantress was good but the bright sun of the few days previous to our visit (it was 82° in the shade here the day we called) had taken some of the color out of the flowers. Victory was holding its color remarkably well and the flowers also stand up finely. Every flower we could see was perfect and there were no splits, the same being true of White Perfection. Flowers have been cut right along from this variety since Christmas and if the weather only keeps moderately cool they will evi- dently go on for a good deal longer, the plants being full of buds. Already 250,000 chrysanthemums have been put in the sand and many of the earlier batches have been pot- ted. Old stock plants are not relied on entirely here for cuttings, a num- ber of plants being rooted in late fall and bedded out on a bench for stock. The herbaceous habit of the chrysan- themum is well shown here as these plants are pushing up fine, strong, basal shoots that are, as every grower knows, far better for propagating than top shoots and make sturdier stock. A list of all the varieties grown here would be far too long for us to give but we took notes of a few of the most prominent. For early yellows. Golden Glow and Monrovia lead, fol- lowed by Major Bonnaffon, Halliday, Golden Chadwick, Golden Beauty, Na- goya, Appleton, General Hutton, Gol- den Dome, Yellow Eaton and Golden Eagle. The early whites are October Frost, Polly Rose and Early Snow, followed by Kalb, Willowbrook, Tou- set, Virginia Poehlmann, Mrs. Buckbee, Ivory, Chadwick, Timothy Eaton, Tan- oma. Merry Christmas and Snow Queen. Rosiere and Gloria are the early reds. Lady Harriet, Mme. Ro- sette, Dr. Enguehard, Maud Dean, Pink Ivory and Balfour following. Mono- gram, a variety that was tried out here some years ago and did not prove very satisfactory gave a better promise last year and will be more largely grown this season. In reds, the well known Intensity and Black Hawk are the standbys and there are also large num- bers of pompons grown. The Geo. 11. Kellogfg Flower and Plant Co. Since the death of Geo. M. Kellogg, M. F. Parker has been president of the Geo. M. Kellogg Flower & Plant Co., Pleasant Hill, Mo., and is maintaining the business in a most up-to-date and successful manner. In this large area THE ROSE. Roses in In the South. Roses, especially the teas, are assuming that jaded appearance which indicates that the hot weather is get- ting in its deadly work. Kaiserin, W. R. Smith and Beauty are still good and, if given continued good culture, will remain good for a long time. The plants on solid beds are easily showing HOUSE OF CATTLEYA LABIATA AT SIEBRECHT & SONS, NEW ROCHELLE, N. Y. of glass, which is wholly devoted to cut flowers and ferns are five Ameri- can Beauty houses each 28x250 feet, which the trained eye of the visiting florist has frequently pointed out as being second to none. A visit to the houses gives an idea of the thrifty condition of the plants, which despite cold and cloudy weather, were in full bloom and bud, a most beautiful sight. J. C. Johnson has charge of the houses and besides Beauties as a specialty, 70,000 tea roses are grown, comprising all the new as well as the standard varieties. A large portion of glass is devoted to carnations, all of popular varieties including O. P. Bassett which promises a great future. 50,000 car- nation plants are benched yearly. Smilax and Asparagus plumosus are grown in large quantities, with 100,- 000 plants of various species of ferns, including the popular Kellogg fern, which is rapidly gaining favor and is grown more extensively each year. Approximately 100,000 bulbs are forced annually. Voilets, cattleyas and azaleas are grown in proportion to the demand. This large range is divided into four growing sections with a fore- man in charge of each. All these have been retained the same as under the old management. Plans are being made for extensive improvements on the already large range. Boulder, Colo. — C. F. Fawcett says his Easter sales this year were about the same as those of last and at sim- ilar prices. Azaleas were in short supply, also violets and roses. The outlook for spring trade is good and people here are going more largely Into planting perennials and shru- bbery of late. their superiority over the ones on benches. For the south there is no question that solid beds are ideal quar- ters for roses. The plants need copious watering and syringing now, with a fertilizing stimulant at least once a week. Give all the ventilation pos- sible during the day and leave plenty of air on at night to keep the circu- lation free. There are two roses so eminently suited for summer blooming here that it seems sinful to have neglected so long. I refer to Maman Cochet and its white sport. Every grower ought to have at least one big house devoted to their culture. Such a house need not be strictly up-to-date and no heating pipes are required. Simply set the plants out in solid beds and give good culture all summer, and the returns will be surprisingly satisfactory. These roses do not go to pieces in hot weather, indeed, they seem to do bet- ter here than in the north. During the winter months the plants should be allowed to rest naturally. At the approach of spring trim them back a little, renew the surface of the beds and let them start growinfr slowly. Have just seen such a house planted with two-year-old plants in February,, and already the second crop is well under way with ground shoots thre& feet long on every plant. It is time now to prepare the soil for next planting, I described in these notes a few weeks ago a good method' to prepare it. Different growers have different methods, but whichever method is adopted see that it is worked over occasionally. The young stock is growing fast now. Shift it on as fast as needed and by no means let it be- come so potbound as to get stunted. Wm. Lear. 676 The American Florist. April i6, THE C ARNA TION. Notes in Season. Close attention to the needs of the young stock is an important part of the carnation grower's work at this time, the next tliree or four weeks — before planting out time — being a critical period. Any of the young plants needing larger pots should re- The soil should be fresh and light, but not much added manure; a little to liven the soil up is beneficial, but enough to cause a rapid growth must be avoided. One part of well rotted manure to six or seven of fresh soil is about the right proportion. Three to 3% inches of soil on the benches is plenty and the plants can be set about 3 Vo inches apart each way. After the first thorough watering in INTERIOR OF MRS. I. HERBERTS See Pag. STORE 572. AT WILKESBARRE, PA. ceive attention at once, but overpot- ting should be avoided. To allow a young carnation more soil space than it can take care of quickly is con- ducive to soft growth and stem rot. It is better to give the plants a little lower temperature and less water, provided the growths are not becom- ing woody, but any drying out in high temperatures and on hot, dry benches is detrimental. Topping back of the shoots should be carefully carried out right along, as the plants require it, but do not carry this to the extreme. Allow for growth enough to be able to make a clean stop between the axils of the leaves. Any cuttings still in the sand should be potted as soon as they have made sufficient roots. It is better to get these into the soil quicker than earlier in the season, or as soon as the roots will stand it, so as to give them a chance to <='et well rooted in the soil for planting out in the field. The check of transferring from the house to the field is not as severe if the plants are well rooted in pots before being set out. The young stock for indoor sum- mer culture now in 2% or 2% -inch pots can be transferred to benches any time the space is available. This does •not mean to their permanent quar- ters, but as a method of carrying them along until the proper time of planting into the permanent quarters in June and it will be found to give better results and less trouble than to shift them into 4-inch pots and carry them along by that method. The one very important thing to bear in mind is to give them as light and airy a bench as possible, situated so that a *ooI temperature can be maintained. water only when absolutely necessary, ventilate freely on all favorable occa- sions and pay close attention to keep- ing the insect pests In check. There must not be any let up in the care of the bloomina- plants that rire expected to do business for three or four months yet. Just at this time when the bright spring days are caus- ing an abundance of every line of flow- ers the supply of carnations is likely to be greater than the demand and low prices will be the rule. But even under these conditions the flowers should be kept cut up close as quickly as they are developed and if any shortening of the supply is imperative it should be done by taking out some of the plants and using the space for other purposes rather than neglecting to keep the plants clear of flowers when ready. Plants that are in full crop carrying lots of flowers should be shaded a little, but where the crop is off and the plants are making new growth and can be given plenty of ventilation shading is not necessary until the crop is more developed. But in cither case heavy shading should be avoided, because, should a change from bright to a cold, wet spell come. the heavy shading will do more harm than good. Fumigation to keep the plants free of insects is very impor- tant now as at all times. Attend to this at every favorable opportunity, for if this work is not attended to now when the nights are cool the fly will get ahead, and the time is at hand when favorable opportunities will be few and far between. C. W. Johnson. To Be Done Now. IN THE GREENHOUSES. Pull out and destroy at once any diseased asters, as this may prevent the spread of the wilt to other plants. Take out a little of the surrounding soil on the benches before replanting. Grow Adiantum Farleyense at about 65° by night when the plants are established. A higher temperature is all right for young stock not estab- lished, but leads to thin fronds of poor substance in older plants. A little white arsenic mixed with sweetened bran makes a good trap for woodlice or sow bugs if laid about their haunts. Keep poinsettias perfectly dry at the roots now until they are needed to start up for propagation. When fumigating with hydro-cyanic acid gas the temperature in the house should never be above 60°. Keep the young plants of Begonia Gloire de Lorraine well apart and give plenty of air. Do not attempt to force the growth yet. INTERIOR OF THE NEW STORE OF MRS. ELLA GRANT WILSON, Sec Page 572. CLEVELAND, O. rgio. The American Florist. 577 Ring and moss any old plants of ficus that have no value as decorative plants, as the yovmg: stock will be use- ful in fall. Watering with a solution of lime is the surest way of ridding pots of earth worms. These fill the drainage holes and are a great nuisance. Muriate of potash is a cheaper fer- tilizer than sulphate of i^otash and equally as good as a stem stiffener for carnations. Occasional spraying the young stock of chrysanthemums with Bordeaux mixture will keep rust in check. Frequent and regular spraying with cold water during bright weather is the ver.v best antidote for red spider. OUTDOORS. Aucubas, retinosporas, boxwoods and other semi-hardy shrubs are quite safe from this time on verandas and porches. Level up inequalities on lawns and roll them regularly in order to get them down to a good surface before very dry weather sets in. Leave the edging until the sod is thoroughly solidified. Prick out seedling pansies in a warm corner or in protectors and keep them well cultivated. Plant out those that are ready for the spring display. Berberis mahonifolius is one of the best low growing shrubs to succeed in shady corner.* or under trees. One part of cement to five of hard coal ashes makes a very good mix- ture for concrete blocks for ordinary walls or similar purposes. Avoid sunscald in young seed- ling stock of any kind in frames by ventilating early in the evening and, when the weather is suitable, leaving air on all night. Plant out incarvilleas and avoid in- jury to the foliage. Bring out any dahlia roots still in store and if there is no room under glass to start them put them in a light, frost proof shed or frame and damp them over occasionally. Keep shrub and tree roots covered until ready tn plant. They must not be exposed to cold drying winds. Do not let the fine weather delude you into planting out tender stock. There will bo frost yet. European Horticulture. FROM THE BKITISII TRADE PAPERS. Best Six Roses for General Use. — I was asked recently by an amateur friend the names of the "best" six roses. His garden was small and his idea was to have a few varieties with several plants of each. They were to be scented, fn-c-flowering over as long a period as possible that roses are obtainable outdoors, and also to be good v.et weather blooms; one was to be a climber. Of course, it is im- possible to pick out the best six for all soils and climates, but I venture to send you my selection for other readers to improve on — of course, bearing in mind the above restric- tions, with as wide a color range as possible: G. Nabonnand, Marie van Houtte. General MacArthur, La Prance and Mme. Abel Chatenay, while the climber was Mme. Alfred Carriere. Certainly there are roses that beat the a.bove selection on one point or another, but I think this se- lection cannot be beaten for all-round excellence. Floral Legacies. — We have often la- mented the loss to horticulture by the death of experts who. making- no ar- rangements for the disposal of their collections, have thus doomed the gatherings of a lifetime to be scat- tered and lost. It is not always that a father has a son to follow in his floral footsteps, though sometimes we have met them, or have seen a daugh- ter taking a pride in the favorites in which her sire delighted, so keeping the stock together under loving culti- vation. We have seen disposals of garden plants by far-sighted growers who could not anticipate the neglect of careless successors without making provision for the future disposal of their plants, whereby the whole would be kept intact, either by some like- minded friend or by some public body, as a botanic garden or a town park. Gardening at the Japan-British Exhibition — The Japanese gardens at the Shepherd's Bush exhibition in London, Eng., are beginning to as- sume a very attractive appearance, and it is hoped that those portions of the grounds which are reserved for British horticulturists will be equally worthy of the inspection of visitors. A large portion of the available land has already been let, but there is still room for some more nur.serymen and The Late Mrs. Ves=y. seedsmen, who can obtain plots for the purpose of displaying their meth- ods of cultivating farm and garden plants, shrubs, etc. The plans and arrangements, which can be obtained on application to the administration offices. Wood lane, .Shepherd's Bush, in most respects follow the precedents of the Franco-British exhibition of 1908. Cut Flowers — Few persons seeing the consignments of cut ilowers arriv- ing at .a city or large town pause to consider the vast amount needed to supply the wants of those able to gratify their ta.ste for floral decora- tions. It seems that during the win- ter months there were despatched from Nice to the French capital 310,- 677 packages of flowers by post, these packages weighing from three to five kilogrammes, with the result that we have the total of 1,242,708 kilos, a kilogramme being 2 1-5 lbs. The other sources of the supply for the Paris market arc: — Cannes, 233,962 packages: Hyeres. 179.796: Antibes, 110.416: Golfe-Juan-Vallauris, 44,264. Longevity of Fern-spores. — The "Kew Bulletin of Miscellaneous Infor- mation," No. 10, contains an interest- ing note regarding the longevity of fern-sporcs. Some specimens of Chei- lanthes Mvsurensis were collected in southern China on October 28, 1899, and preserved as herbarium speci- mens. Spores tHken from these and sown at Kew in March, 1908. have produced healthy plants which now bear fully developed fronds about nine inches long. It is stated that when the fronds of this fern are dried with- out much pressure, the margins in- curve greatly and serve as an addi- tional protection to the spores. Statlcc Suworowl In Pots. Statice Suworowi is a very distinct species, the flowers not being in pan- iculate or cymose clusters, as in most- of the hardy and annual kinds, but in tail-like, graceful, bright rosy pink spikes. It is quite one of the best and most suitable of plants for pot cultivation for the greenhouse grow- ing 18 inches high. All the staticee are very lieautiful free-flowering plants of easy culture in poor soils or dry situations, remaining- a long time in bloom. The flowers, with the ex- ception of those of S. Suworowi. are valuable when dried for bouquets, etc., and all are showy in beds or borders. The candelabra-formed S. .Suworowi is one of the finest of the annual stat- ices. The plants ma.v be grown in beds in the open, but it well deserves the best treatment of pot cultivation. OBITUARY. Mrs. W. J. Vesey. .\ sudden attack of heart disease while riding on a street car on Broad- way. Fort Wayne, Ind., caused the death of Mrs. W. J. Vesey of that city, at the age of 47. Mrs. Vesey was the wife of Judge Vesey and was a prom- inent and skilled llorist. running, with her husband, the well known estab- lishment of W. J. & M. S. Vesey. The greenhouse plant consists of over 150,000 feet of glass and much of the success of the l)usiness was due to Mrs. Vesey's initiative and skill. The excel- lent stock grown here has been exhib- ited all over the United States and has received recognition wherever shown besides having a good name and a large sale on all the principal local markets. Mrs. Vesey was burn in De- catur, Ind., ' a daughter of Judge Studebaker, and was educated there and at the Fort Wayne college. , She was married tu Judge Vesey July 25. 1-882, and six children were born of the union, all of them, as well as the husband and father, surviving. It is thought that Mrs. Vesey hurried to catch the car and this might have hastened her death, though for some considerable time she had suffered from the heart trouble that caused her death. She was taken ill immed- iately she entered the car and was takeii into a nearby drug store where she died almost at once. Although her friends had known of her illness, they were greatly shocked by the news of her sudden death and the utmost sympathy is felt for Judge Vesey and the family in their sad bereavement. The funeral took place April 12 and there was a great throng of the local friends of the family in attendance. The out-of-town trade was represent- ed by W. N. Rudd and Geo. Asmus, Chicago: Miss Meinhardt, St. Louis; and C. H. Maynard and wife, Detroit. The floral offerings, from friends m all sections of the country, were very numerous and elaljcirate. Ho.MESTEAD. Pa. — W. D. Faulk will move to the corner of Eighth avenue and Amity street. BAI.LSTON SPA, N. Y. — Richard Schafer, who has been at the High street greenhouses nearly 15 years has decided to erect greenhouses on Church avenue. 5T8 The American Florist. April 1$, TheAmerigan Florist 1885 Twenty-Fifth Year 1910 Subscription. United States and Mexico $1.00 year; Canada $2.00: Europe and Countries in Postal Union. $2.50. Subscriptions accepted onlyfrom thosein the trade. When sending us change of address always send the old address at the same time. Advertising rates on application, From the first issue the American Florist has accepted only trade advertisements. Advertisements must reach us Tuesday (earlier if possible), as we go to press Wednesday. We do not assume any responsibility for the opinions of our correspondents. Eastern Representatives; A. F, Faulkner. 1133 Broadway. New Yorlc. ROET. Kift. I725ChestnutSt.. Philadelphia. Pa. THE AMERICAN FLORIST, 324 Dearborn St.. CHICAGO THIS ISSUE 52 PAGES WITH COVER CONTENTS. More talks to the customers 569 — How to have good geraniums 569 — Trees in place and out of place 570 Primula obconica (iUus.) 670 House and soil for sweet peas 570 The retail trade 670 — Basket of rambler roses and hyacinths (lllus.) 670 — The pansy window 670 — New store at Cleveland. O. (Illus.).. 573 — New store at WJlkesbarre. Pa. (lllus.) 572 The canna 572 — Notes on cannas 572 — Canna King Humbert (lllus.) 572 — Cannas at Vaughan's Greenhouses (lllus.) 572 — Canna work at Cornell 573 — New Wlntzer cannas (illus.) 573 Grass 673 Orchid notes 674 — Dendroblum Phalaenopsis (illus.).... 574 — Cattleya lablata (lllus. ) 674 American flag In plants 574 With the growers 574 — Wletor Bros., Chicago 674 — The Geo. M. Kellogg Flower & Plant Co 575 The rose 575 — Roses In the south 575 The carnation 576 — Notes In season 576 To be done now 676 European horticulture 677 Statlce Suworowl In pots 577 Oliituarv 577 — Mrs. W. J. Vesey (portrait) 677 Cutting off peony stems 578 Chicago 582 Boston 686 Phlladelphlt 587 New York # 588 Buffalo t 588 Cincinnati 690 Indianapolis 592 Cleveland 693 The seed trade 594 — The seed business to date ■■. 594 — Amzl Oodden Seed Co 594 Market gardeners 596 — Cucumbers and tomatoes 596 — Destruction of eelworms In soil 596 — Prices of indoor fruits and vegetables 597 The nursery trade 598 — Notes from Rochester. N. T 698 Washington "52 Baltimore 601. ^"l St. Louis B02 Rochester. N. T 604 Pittsburg ™ J Omaha fj = Lenox, Mass 6J- Flowers of the Var valley 614 The allied trades 616 —Bacterial fertilizers 616 — Greenhouse building 616 There is some talk of an interna- tional flower show to be held In Lon- don, Eng., in 1912. IN the death of Mrs. Vesey. the trade loses one of its most amiable and ac- complished women. The president of the Society of American Florists should set the dates for Easter and Memorial day. Claiming that the prices of flowers have been "boosted" about Memorial day the local G. A. R. posts have been requested by Adj. Brauff to consider artificial flowers for the exercises this year, according to the Franklin (Pa.) Herald. Aid the experiment stations In secur- ing appropriations for work in floricul- ture and then help in the expending of them advantageously. The effect of the very early season on both the seed and nursery trade is yet to be seen on the florists' bedding trade. It is believed that the two former have been much shortened and the volume of the trade lessened con- siderably by the unseasonable weather. Owing to the reduction of duty on unenumerated articles entering Can- ada, cut flowers from the United States will be dutiable at 17% per cent ad valorem instead of 20 per cent as formerly. Palms, pepper, to- mato plants and other horticultural products will also probably be af- fected. It may be taken as a healthy sign of the times in things floricultural that, according to the New York Times of March 29, a petition in bankruptcy has been filed against Pernand Drey- fus, manufacturer of artificial flowers in that city. Mr. Dreyfus may now be able to turn his attention to the production of real flowers. We have received the "Proceedings of the Nineteenth Annual Meeting of the American Carnation Society, a book of 94 pages, containing a full report of the proceedings and officers elected at the annual meeting held at Pittsburg, Pa., January 26-27, 1910. Lists of carnations registered and members and life members are ap- pended. "Botanic Exhibit of Native and Ex- otic Plants Growing in the Open in and about Pasadena and Los Angeles" is the title of a long list of plants col- lected and catalogued by P. D. Barn- hart, editor of the "Pacific Garden." It will be especially interesting to students of the flora of California. The list was shown at the exhibition of the Pasadena Gardeners' Associa- tion March 31 and April 1. Rhlnebeck Violets. Ten million violets were shipped to all parts of the country from Dutchess county. New York, the week before Easter. Most of these were grown at Rhlnebeck, some growers shipping as many as 75,000 blooms a day. The work of getting the flowers ready for market required nearly 1,000 people and many places worked day and night shifts. School was closed the whole week so the children could assist. Last year 2,802 boxes of violets were shipped from this place and it is expected that these figures will be ex- ceeded this year. — Poughkeepsie Star. Cutting Off Peony Stems. Ed. American Floeist: We have quite a large peony garden and want to know if, after we cut the blooms from the bed, it will injure the roots to cut off the stems that remain and plant China asters between tlje rows. We will appreciate any infor- mation you can give us on the sub- ject. B. We would certainly not advise cut- ting oft the stems of the herbaceous peonies. If they are planted at say three feet apart in the rows and the rows four feet apart a line or two of asters may be planted between every other row, though we hardly advise it a3 peonies can make use of all the soil and the space between is neces- sary for cutting the flowers and man- ipulation. But in any case leave the peony stems to mature and fall natur- ally. It is a necessary process for re- turning to the roots, the sap elabor- ated by the leaves and, unless it is giv- en its natural course, the roots are weakened. Muriate Versus Sulphate of Potash. Ed. American Florist: — Please tell me through your col- umns which is the better form in which to supply potash in mixing soil for roses, muriate or sulphate of pot- ash? I propose to use bone meal and stable manure in connection with it. J. B. I believe that there have been no definite tests as to the comparative merits of the muriate and the sul- phate of potash for roses under glass. Tests of the two substances on farm crops have shown that the muriate is a little the better for some crops, while for others it has been shown to be harmful. On form the writer would be inclined to use the sulphate in preference to the muriate. Some soils, however, do not need potash at all, and the addition of potash to such soils is useless or worse than useless. It would be advisable for "J. B." to make a test for himself: he might take one bench which is to be planted all to one variety of roses, use muriate on part of the bench, sulphate on another part, wood ashes on another part, and leave still another part without any potash at all. One year's experiment of this kind would show him definitely what his soil needs. It should be borne in mind that all of these sub- stances are more or less caustic and should be mixed with the soil some time in advance of the planting, or if they are mixed in at the time the soil is placed in the benches, the planting should be delayed for 10 days. In the meantime the soil should have a couple of good waterings, so that the caustic condition may be done away with. It should also be noted that wood ashes contain a large per- centage of lime in a very available form and the apparent superiority of the wood ashes over the other forms early in the season may be due to the action of the lime on the other manure in the soil. Lime tends to set the nitrogen free and to make the insoluble forms of fertilizers more soluble . If "J. B." has reason to believe that his soil is one benefited by lime, a little lime may be added to the soil which has the muriate and the sul- phate, and in that event the three forms of potash would be more defi- nitely comparable. It should always be borne in mind that good results do not come from commercial fertil- izers except in soils that are abun- dantly . supplied with humus. How- ever, the stable manure which he pro- poses to use. if applied in ordinary quantities will answer every purpose. Both the muriate and the sulphate contain large quantities of potash, and great caution must be used not to over feed with them. W. N. RUDD. jgio. The American Florist. 579 Meetings Next Week. Boston, Mass., April 19. — Gardeners' and Florists' Club of Boston, Horticultural Hall. Detroit, Mich., April 18, 8 p. m. — Detroit Florists' Club, Cowle building, 42-44 Gratiot avenue. Grand Rapids, Mich., April 18. — Grand Rapids Florists' and Gardeners' Club, office of member. Hartford, Conn., April 22, 8 p. m. — Con- necticut Horticultural Society, County build- ing. Montreal, Que., April 18, 7:45 p. m. — Montreal Gardeners' and Florists' Club, Royal Guardians building, 211 Sherbrook street, west New Orleans. La., April 21, 8 p. in. — New Orleans Horticultural Society, Kolb's hall, 127 St. Charles avenue. Newport, K. I., April 20.— Newport Horti- cultural Society. Providence, B. I., April 18, 8 p. m. — Flor- ists' and Gardeners' Club of Rhode Island, 36 Westminster street. Salt I,ake City. Utah, April 19. — Salt Lake Florists' Club. Huddart Floral Co., 114 E. Second South street. 'Scranton, Pa., April 22, 7.30 p. m. — Scran- ton Florists' Club, Guernsey building. Seattle, Wash., April 19. — Seattle Florists' Association. Chamber of Commerce, Second avenue and Columbia street. St. Paul, Slinn., April 19. 8 p. m. — Minne- sota State Florists' Association, 510 Snelling avenue, north. Toronto, Ont., April 19, 8 p. m. — Toronto Gardeners' and Florists' Club, St. George's hall. Elm street. ■"Fair now is the Springtide, now earth lies beholding With the eyes of a lover the face of the sun; Long lasteth the daylight, and hope is enfolding The green-growing acres with increase begun." W. MOKRIS. Wants, For Sale, Etc One Cent Per Word. Gash with Adv. ror Plant AdTS,* See Ready Reference Section. Where aoiw-^rt are to be mailed from this office. eocloielO centi extra to cover postaee. etc. Situation Wanted.— By a practical gardener. Scotch; life expeiience ID all departments; refer- 'CDceas to ability and character. Address M. B. D.\LLACHiE 595 BoylstOD St.. Nowton Centre, Mass. Situation Wanted- By gardener. English, mar- ried: thoroughly competent: under glass and -ontside: references. Address E. A. A., care Vaughan's Sued Store. New York. Situation Wanted— By sober young man, age 24; experienced in roses, carnaiions. etc. capable ot taking charge of section on commercial place: oorth-west preferred; please state wages. Address Key 487. care American Florist. Situation Wanted— By young married man, Cermao. as carnation foreman; I am strictly fi'St- -class and can show good results. Siate wages and iuU particulars in first letter. Address Key 495. care American Florist. Situation Wanted-By practical middle aged florist; life experience growing roses, carnations, violets chrysanthemums, decoratire and bedding plants; single, sober; state wages. Address A. G.. Florist care Progress Hotel, 12 Chatham Square, New York City. Situation Wanted -As cut flower grower or working foreman thoroughly competent to take 3 (0 t-aih Cocos Weddeliana 2!/2 in. pot. S to 10 in. high 100. slO.CK.) Keniia Belmoreana 5-in. pot. 6 to 7 leaves. 18-in. higli. doz.,:%.CO 10D..S50.00 5-in. pot, 6to 7 leaves, 20-in. hich. do^..:T^■9 00 100 ^70 (K.) r.-in. pot. 6 to 7 leaves 22to24in. high each $1. CO doz. $12,00 We are already booking large orders and are now in excellent shape to give the best possible attention to your wants. Can ship anywhere by freight with perfect security. than from most others you can secure. They arc of the best quality obtain- able: our large customers— purchasers who demand and pay for the best— come back to us. year after year, for their extensive stocks. Our Palms are all homegrown: they are clean, thrifty, vigorous, and are worth more, plant for pkint than foreign grown Palms of equal size: yet ours cost nomnrethan imported plants ,isthe foIlowin?pricach .-7.50 andsx.OO Made-up Kentia Forsteriana 7 in. pot or tub. 4 plants in pot. 36-in. high each .*2.50 9 in. tub. 4 plants in tub, 42 to 48 in. high each .MOO 1? in tub, 4 plants in tub. hit. high eachSlS.CU Plioenix Roebelenii .^-in. pots, niC'ly characterized. each $l.e0 'i in. pots, nicely characterized, each $1.50 Write for full particulars, with prices: or, if possible, call and inspect our stock. We are easily reached from Philadelphia and you wilj find a trip to out plant decidedly interesting. Let's get better acquainted JOSEPH HEACOCK CO., Wyncote, Pa. igio. The American Florist. 681 ^ ROSES ^ For Decoration Day Roses always sell well on Decoration Day. Potted NOW, they will be in good time for tills Important event. Mr. Florist:— Our stocic is In grand condition, the quality the best, true to name and in fine dormant condition. ORDER TODAY AND BE ON TIME. Hardy Hybrid Roses We offer extra strong forcing two-year-old dormant, low budded stock, in the following varieties, true tO name. Price, 75c for 5 (of one variety), $12.00 per 100; $110.00 per 1000 (immediate delivery). Abel Carrlere. Crimson. Alfred Colomb. Carmine-crimson. Anne de DIesbach. Bright carmine. Ball of Snow (Boule de Nelge). Pure white. Baron de Bonstetten. Blaclclsh crimson. Baroness Rothschild. Satiny pink. Capt. Christy. Flesh color Clio. Satin blush. Duke of Connaught. Rosy crimson. Duke of Edinburgh. Bright vermilion. Eugene Verdler. Crimson-violet. Fisher Holmes. Dark crimson. Frau Karl Druschkl. The finest white. Gloire de Margottln. Dazzling red. Gen. Jacqueminot. Brilliant crimson. John Hopper. Bright rose. La France. Pink. Mme. Charles Woo. Bright carmine. Margaret Dickson. White, with pale flesh. Marshall P. Wilder. Cherry-rose. Magna Charta. Dark tilnk. Mme. Gabriel Lulzet. Satiny pink. Mrs. John Lalng. Satiny pink. Paul Neyron. Dark pink. Perle des Blanches. White. Persian Yellow. Tellow. Prince Camllle de Rohan. Dark crimson. Ulrlch Brunner. Cherry-red. For prices see above Also we have on hand a very fine collection of Hybrid Teas, Everblooming Roses, snch as Killamey, Cochet, pink and white, Kaiserln, etc. Prices upon application. Ramblers and Other Climbing Roses CRIMSON RAMBLER. American Grown. The only stock for forcing. Large heavy plants, two years old, mossed and packed in bundles of 10. 3 to 4 feet, $1.25 for 10. $12.00 per 100; 4 to 5 feet, $1.75 for 10, $15.00 per 100; 5 to 6 feet, extra heavy, $2.25 for 10; $20.00 per 100. PAUL'S CARMINE PILLAR. Flowers large and free; color rosy carmine. Two-year-old. field grown. 85c. for 5, $15.00 per 100. DOROTHY PERKINS. Lovely shell-pink color. $1.25 for 10, $12.00 per 100. TAUSENDSCHON. The new Rambler Rose. The name translated means a "thousand beauties." Color beau- tiful rose shading to pink. $2.25 for 10. $20.00 per 100. Flower of Fairfield ^.^ Everblooming rwwci ui raimciu crimson Rambler. This variety is a sport from the beautiful Crimson Rambler, is similar in color, more brilliant and lasting than the old favorite. It also possesses the further advantage over the Crimson Rambler in the fact that it flowers profusely on the young wood the first year. Flower of Fairfield is a vigorous grower and free bloomer. It starts to bloom early in the Spring and continues until late in the Autumn. It is rightly termed "perpetual blooming." 40c. each, $3.50 for 10, $30.00 per 100. Veilchenblau (Violet Blue.) It has long been the desire of rosarlans to secure a blue Rose. In Veilchenblau we have practically ap- proached this color. The steel-blue flowers of this new Rose appear in large clusters are semi-double, of medium size and keep in bloom a long time. The showy yellow stamens contrasting with the blue flower, give the whole a striking appearance. 60c. each. $5.75 for 10. $55.00 per 100. Baby Rambler Roses BABY DOROTHY. The same in habit as Baby Rambler, but the color of the flowers is similar to Dorothy Perkins. It makes an excellent pot plant for forciner. Price for strong, fleld-grown plants. 85c. for 5, $16.00 per 100. CATHERINE SEIMETH. A White Baby Rambler Rose, larger and better flowers than the type. White with yellowish center. 85c. for 6, $15.00 per 100. MRS. WM. H. CUTBUSH. Color intense crimson and exceptionally free-flowering. 85c. for 5, $15.00 per 100. MME. NORBERT LEVAVASSEUR (Baby Rambler). Strong, field-grown plants, 85c. for 5. $15.00 per 100. THE TREE BABY RAMBLER. (Grown as a Stand- ard.) The popularity of the Baby Rambler has sug- gested the growing- of it as a tree or standard. 40c. each, $3.75 for 10, $35.00 per 100. BABY DOROTHY. (Grown as a Standard.) For de- scription, see above. 75c. each, $6.25 for 10, $60.00 per 100. We also hav.' a fine stock of Hybrids and Hybrid Teas, standard Grrown. Something New in Roses for Florists Half Standard Baby Ramblers- These are Baby Ramblers, grown on stems or standards about one and one half feet high, and will be a novelty for your trade you cannot proflt- ably overlook. They are offered for the first time in this country in the following varieties: BABY DOROTHY (Half standard).. Deep pink. 60c. each, $6.00 per doz., $45.00 per 100. BABY RAMBLER (Half standard). Crimson. 45c. each, $4.50 per doz., $35.00 per 100. BABY CATHERINE SEIMETH (Half stand- ard). White. 45c. each, $4.50 per doz., $35.00 per 100. BABY "STARS AND STRIPES" (Half stand- ard). White and red grafted on the same plant: most attractive. 50c. each. $5.00 per doz., $40.00 per 100. M H n n M M U n H H u H M M H n n H H M n n n H M M n n u H M H Seedsman ARTHUR T. BODDINGTON, g 342 West Ufh Street, NEW YORK CITY, N. Y. * n M ' H 582 The American Florist, April i6, PLENTY OF STOCK M ' We are cutting heavily on all the better grades of BEAUTIES, ROSES and CARNATIONS, with all other seasonable stock in first-rate order. SEND US YOUR ORDERS AND THEY WILL BE TAKEN CARE OF. AMERICAN BEAUTIES Per doz. Extra long stems $3 00 30 inch stems 2 50 24 inch stems , 2 00 20 inch stems 1 60 18-inch stems 1 25 15 inch stems 1 00 Short stems •. 75 Chatenay, Richmond, Mrs. Field, Uncle Per 100 John, Bride, Bridesmaid, Ivory, Sun- rise and Perle $4 00 to $6 00 My Maryland and Killarney $ Roses, our selection Carnations $ 1 50 to Harrisli...... VaUey Adiantum Asparagus, per bunch Ferns, per 1000 Per 100 4 00 to $ 8 00 3 00 3 CO to 2 50 12 50 4 00 1 00 50 2 50 2,000,000 FEET OF MODERN GLASS. PETER REINBERG, 35 Randolph St., Chicago Chicag'o. LESS STOCK BUT POOB PRICES. As we anticipated in this column last weelc the arrivals of stock fell off considerably around the week end but so far from improving- the price.s they were even lower on Friday than earlier in the week, especially on roses. Carnations sold fairly well but the prices obtained were so ridiculous- ly low that the growers must be heart- ily sick of sending flowers to this market. However, there is every rea- son to, hope for better things in the near future. More and more growers are throwing out their stock and the matter of supply and de- mand will surely adjust itself be- fore long. Probably outdoor stock will be shorter in a little while for the local and southern daffodils and tulips are almost overlapping and the dry state of the soil will make the season short in both places. We noted on Friday a few flowers of the little red moss-leaved peony (P. tenuifolia) just about 15 days earlier than it ap- peared last year, and as this usually beats the standard early varieties by only a week or 10 days it looks as though we may be in the thick of the peony season before long — and after that summer flowers and summer con- ditions. The flowers in question came from the southern part of the state. On Monday morning the arrivals of stock were considerably less than usual and several houses were sold out clean of carnations, good, bad and indifferent, by noon. Trade, however, continued dull in the extreme, more especially with city buyers, but the cooler weather helped the shipping trade some. The few cool days have given more substance to the roses, especially Killarney, which is more solid and heavier now than it has been for the last few weeks. The supply of American Beauty is not so heavy, as it was especially in the longer stemmed, better grades. Kaiserin is becoming a little more plentiful, but the time for this rose is not yet. Mrs. Marshall Field is also in good form and will probably be more seen during the next three or four months. My Maryland looks like becoming an elegant sum- mer rose, the recent warm spell ap- parently increasing its size and beauty Instead of diminishing it as with some other kinds. Sweet peas are not nearly as plentiful as they were and the quality Is not so good, but this is probably only a temporary scarcity. ''The Busiest House in Ciiicago »» □ E care not who it is or what they want in the CUT FLOWER LINE we have it and want to sell it to you. J. B. DEAMUD CO. 51-53 Wabash Ave., CHICAGO Lily of the valley is better and more plentiful. Bulb stock is still above the demand. Cattleyas are scarce and probably will be until C. Mossise comes in. There is a brisk demand for the few that are arriving by the best class of retailers. FLOWERS OF 1909 AND 1910. The year 1910 has been one of sur- prises in the cut flower business. Prob- ably there never was such a scarcity of roses during January and February as this year and the prices soared out of all leason. Then followed a glut which has also been of an almost un- precedented character and now come some record breaking dates for the arrival of various stocks from out- doors. The winter was cold and fairly long continued, but when it let up it did so with a snap and everything in the way of vegetation came away very rapidly, many of the flowers being nearly a month in advance of last year. Strange to say the bulbous stock from the south was not affected so much as some other things. The earliest daf- fodils came in almost the same day as last year, but these too came with a rush when they did come and the bulk was in well ahead of that of last year's crop. Peonies are not in yet, that is, the ordinary cut flower varieties, though the pretty little moss-leaved variety — Peonia tenuifolia, has been seen. A well known firm that handles immense quantities of peonies states that its growers say their flowers will be at least three weeks ahead of a normal season and this looks as though there was trouble ahead for the growers for the flowers will probably be soft and not of the kind that keep well, while the local crops will probably be in about the time the southern stock usually arrives. Lilac, again, from the south arrived here 26 days earlier than it did last year. In the pricipal parks last year many lilacs were still in excellent condition on Memorial day. This year the flowers are already showing color and a week or 10 days at the most of warm weather would bring the flowers fully out. F. F. Benthey, one of the most experienced men in the wholesale market, says that the season is quite a month earlier than last year, though he points out that 1909 was a little on the late side. This is exactly brought out in the case of the bridal wreath. Kennicott Bros, received their first shipments on May 12, in 1909. This year they came to hand on April 11. On April 2, we noted some elegant Keizerskroon tulips around the su- burbs in sheltered positions fully out while this is recognized as a May flowering tulip everywhere. In the cemeteries tulips are now fully de- veloped and the forsythias are over. Pear, apple and other fruit branches are already appearing in the stores, nearly a month earlier than usual. NOTES. E. C. Amiing is receiving very fine American Beauty and Killarney roses and says his growers are just coming into crop with the former. A great variety of choice novelties and spring flowers are shown here, some excel- lent yellow marguerites being espe- cially worthy of note. We noticed /p/O. The American Florist. 588 BEAUTIES Very larj3;e Crop of long Stems They are the best quality in this market. Also a Big Cut of Roses and Carnations BUY DIRECT OF THE GROWER American Beauties perdoz. Extra long $3 00 3036incb 2 50 24-inch 2 00 18-inch $1 Goto 150 Shortstems,.perlOO, $3{X)to$4 00 Carnations Fancy rod extra longO.P.Bassett. Fancy White Enchantress Fancy Pink Enchantress and Winsor $2 03 to 3 00 Per 100 $2 00 3 00 -Current Price List- Whlte and Pink Killarney, Richmonds, Maids, Perles and Brides Extra long and select, per 100 $8 00 Good lengths per 100 6 00 Medium lengths, per 100 $4 00 to 5 00 Short lengths 2 00 to 3 00 Miscellaneous Lilyof the VaUey per 100 $3 00 Tulips, all colors $2 00 to 3 00 Miscellaneous Sweet Peas, per 100 $ so to? 75 Asparagus Sprays, per 100 3 00 to 4 CO 50 Asparagus strings Sprengeri, per 100 2 00to 3 00 Smilax, very long and heavy, per doz Adiantum, per 100 Galax, green orbron^e. per 1800.. Ferns, per 1000 2 50 1 00 1 00 2 50 ROSEIS, our selection, good. .$2 00 per 100 Bassett & Washburn store and Office: 76 Wabash Ave,, OITXOA.OO Greenhouses; HINSDALE, ILL WIETOR BROS. 51 Wabash Ave., CHICAGO Wholesale Growers of Cut Flowers PRICE LIST American Beauties, Per doz Extra long $ 3 00 36-inch stems 2 50 30-inch stems 2 00 24-inch stems 1 50 20-inch items 1 00 12 inch stems 75 Short 50 Per 100 KiUamey, extra $8 00 medium 6 00 good $300to 4 00 Rlclunond, extra «g 00 fancy 6 00 good $4 00to" 5 00 Mrs. Jardlne, extra 6 00 to 8 00 fancy 5 00 good 4 00 White Killarney, fancy 4 00 to 800 Brides and MaUs, fancy 4 00 to 8 00 good 3 00 Uncle John, fancy SOOto 8 00 good SOOto 4 00 Perle. fancy 10 cents BOSES, our selection $3 00 Carnations, extra fancy .*3 00 Easter Lilies, short $2 00 per doz. Valley .? 3 OD to 4 00 Asparagus Plninosus, extra quality, per bunch 75c Fancy Ferns, per 1000 $2 50 All ether stock at lowest market rates. Prices subject to change without notice. No charge for packing. some flowers of the moss-leaved peony here this week from southern Illinois. They arrived on April 5 this year, April 15 being the date of arrival last year. The regular meeting of the Florists' Club was held at the Union restaurant April 7, President Asmus in the chair ■with Vice-President Philpott of Win- nepeg, Manitoba, on his left. A num- ber of committees presented reports and Joseph Straus was admitted to membership. Alexandre Aurele Ver- meulen, with Swain Nelson & Sons Co., 940 Marquette building, was proposed for membership. Geo. Asmus having stated that he had been strongly urged to become a candidate for one of the vacancies on the state board of agriculture, the club indorsed him. Mr. Asmus suggested the name of Herman Schiller for one of the vacan- cies. The Geo. Wittbold Co. has secured another 50 acres of land for nursery purposes at Edgebrook. The stock here came through the winter in remarka- bly good shape, a few rows of Califor- nia privet and weigelas being the only things that were cut down. Louis Wittbold strongly advises the planting locally of the Amoor river privet in place of the California, it being much hardier. Trade at the two retail stores Is reported as very good and we noted at the Buckingham place store some very pretty arrangements of daffodils in glass. Bassett & Washburn's stock of American Beauty is still large and grand flowers are arriving daily though they are shortening up a little from last week. The plants for sum- mer are coming along in great shape and the supply will be large. Kaiserin is also doing well, the plants making fine shoots and full of vigor. Although there will probably be some before, the bulk of the flowers of this fine rose will begin to arrive about May 1, and will go on all through the hot months. Hoerber Bros, are busy with their new greenhouses at Desplaines, long lines of posts being already in position to carry the gutters which will be Garland's throughout. Moninger ma- terial is being used. The stock in the greenhouses looks fine and the quality of both carnations and roses being sent to the store Is excellent. No roses will be thrown out this season with the exception of a few Brides- maids. The J. B. Deamud Co. has been well in the lead with southern lilac, the shipments of fine fresh stock arriving daily. Carnations of excellent quality are shown but clean up daily. 58i The American Florist. April i6, BEAUTIES AT THEIR BEST A Large Supply Now In (Jur growers have just commenced cutting another elegant crop of Beauties. We shall have them, whether they ace procurable elsewhere or not. Stock generally is shortening up this week, but our prices are unchanged as yet. CVet acquainted with us, and we we will keep you posted. PRICES FOR FIRST-CLASS STOCK Roses, in all popular varieties $3 00 to $6 00 per KX) CaUaS, 10 to 12 cents Carnations, 1 60 to 2 00 per 100 Fancy VaUey $3 OO to $4 00 per 100 Lilium Longiflorum, 10 to 12 cents each Fancy Ferns, Leucothoe, Galax, Mexican Ivy. Wire Us for Prices on Large Quantities VAUGHAN & SPERRY '"-Se^t'/arVs^r-"" 52=54 Wabash Ave., CHICAGO Tlu' lurmal uijfuing ut' tlie new Blackstone hoti-1 does not take place until Saturday, but there have been several more or less informal recep- tions at which John Mangel, who will have the flower store here, had the decorations. One to the hotel men of the east, on their way to the coast, consisted of long-stemmed Beauties and palms. The Commercial club held a reception and first dinner, at which 2.50 sat down, and here again Beauties were the principal decorations. On Sunday. Mrs. Drake gave a family dinner for 15. The tables were deco- rated in French style with blue and I)ink liydrangeas, the ladies having gardenias for corsage bouquets, the men white carnations, the children having sweet peas and daisies as sou- venirs. There was considerable rejoicing at the Bassett & Washburn store on Tues- day when a telegram arrived from Ned Washburn in California, saying that he had been examined liy Dr. Bridge, who had made a test for signs of tuberculosis and after 48 hours had failed to find the slightest trace of tuberculin, all having disappeared. His lungs are entirely healthy and all that is now necessary to restore him to complete health is for him to be careful and not overdo any exercise. Naturally Mr. Washburn and everyone around the establishment were elated at the good news. The regular quarterly meeting of the Horticultural Society was held at the Art Institute April 12, Vice-Presi- dent Wienhoeber in the chair. The announcement of President Kelley's serious illiness in Florida gave a deep tone of sadness to the proceedings. I however, which were curtailed to strict routine, the president being be- loved by all for his enthusiasm and kindness. Vaughan & Sperry certainly manage to hit the market lucky with Beauties. In several instances large growers are going off crop and many are being thrown out, but this firm's growers are just coming in with a magnificent crop of fine flowers. Good irises. Narcissus poeticus and excellent cal- las were also noted here this week. Joe Dunn, who for 10 years has been grower at the J. A, Budlong range, leaves there shortly to take up the growing business for himself at Sturgis. Mich. Joe is a thorough grower and will doubtless succeed and Mr. Budlong is sorry to lose the serv- ices of such an efficient man. At the Budlong range considerable of the rose stock has been thrown out and replanting is going on rapidly. But tile benches remaining are in fine order and excellent stock of roses and carnations are being sent in to the store. Norrls F. Comley of the Lexington Nurseries. Lexington, Mass., has been in town during the week buying up carnation cuttings and plants for his own growing. He visited among other places Poehlmann Bros. Co.'s at Mor- ton Grove, and the Joliet growers. Uncle John, My Maryland and American Beauty roses are strong specials with Peter Reinberg this week, these being in especially good condition. Immense quantities of stock in all lines are arriving and the ship- ping trade keeps up well. Work on the alterations and im- provements at the Flower Grower's Market will be commenced shortly. New elevators will be provided and two staircases and the Hoor will be much more convenient. Mrs. J. B. Brooks' 12-year-old son. who it was feared would lose his leg as the result of an accident, is now in no danger of this calamitj*. They hope to have him out of the hospital next week. Ole Johnson, recently with the Chi- cago Rose Co.. has started in for him- self with a stand on the Flower Grow- ers' Market. He commenced business on Saturday and is well satisfied with the start. Sinner Bros, are throwing out some of their roses, including many Brides and Bridesmaids which will not be re- planted. The stock all looks fine this cool weather and there is no trace of mildew. Luke Collins, at the Parkside Green- houses, has a fine lot of pink sweet peas in just now and his pansies, of which he makes a specialty, are un- usually good this year. Mrs. F. Beu is showing good Kais- erin roses. There are two houses do- ing fine and the first flowers were cut on Palm Sunday. Pansies are excep- tionally good this year. H. M. Hooker, of the H. M. Hooker Co., well-known dealers in greenhouse glass, contributed $3,000 to the local Y. M. C. A. in its recent campaign for funds. John Kruchten was on hand again on Saturday after a week's siege of tonsilitis which kept him at home. The flowers here are excellent and business fair. Arthur Schutz, alderman florist of Hammond. Ind., has returned from the Indianapolis convention and re- ports business as excellent. Kennicott Bros, are handling large quantities of fine stock in all lines. especially giiiul bulli stuck and mign- onette being noted. The Fleischman Floral Co. reports unusual activity in decorative work. while the cut flower business is also good. Zech and Mann are handling large quantities of roses, extra fine Killarney lieing a leader. Vaughan's bay trees are enroute from New York and will be on view next week. J. B. Deamud is making a business trip east. Visitors; H. E. Philpott. Winnipeg. Man.; Norris F. Comley. Lexington. Mass.: J. W. Davis, Davenport, la.; J. J. Karins, representing H. A. Dreer. Inc.. Philadelphia. nowLiXfi. standing of the Teanin. W. I-. Carnation.s ■'3 3;' Violets <■- \% Orchitis ,f '' f; Roses -S ■•' There was a double header Thursdav at the Bensinger's alleys the C)rchids "losing two games to the Car- nations, the Violets winning two frorii the Ro.ses. John Zech improved his position considerably for the Deamud cup. Thursday in the present week will be the last night of the schedule, SI games having been rolled in all. F J Pasternick, secretary of the league, hopes to see as many as pos- sible on this occasion to see the finish. The scores follow; First Game. FaHey'^TzTun lAs^^tlf.M^ 140 US KrausB 121 143 159 Johnson ..12S 127 177 Sweenev 137 176 147kelley ....166 145 132 PasternTck 159 130 H^ Lieberman . 137 128 132 Ayres . ..14S 162 160 Yarnall ...16S 159 lo7 Pet. .573 .560 .480 .373 on Totals. . Roses — Goerisch Pieser . . . Forestei Lorman .706 779 781 .168 133 162 , 99 161 112 ,219 ISS 172 106 145 87 yyolf 145 135 159 Totals Totals 745 699 702 Orchids — Huebner . .137 157 172 Graff 164 160 126 Vogel 126 95 87 Bvers 142 148 14a J.' Zech 185 159 172 744 713 702 Carnations Farley . . .154 149 124 Krauss . . .148 157 161 Sweeney ..168 157 146 Pasternick.176 153 144 Ayres ;62 692 Totals. Second Game. Orchids — Huebner . .126 144 139 Graft 162 164 162 Vogel 128 139 142 Byers 155 98 121 125 iVo 166 Zech ..!... 181 190 19 Totals. . .754 758 745 Violets — Johnson . .111 182 179 Bergman .136 113 96 Kelley . . .114 129 126 rjiebermanll7 138 139 Yarnall . .163 158 166 Totals.. .641 720 706 .742 732 "54 .151 115 140 .167 103 130 .141 159 14.<1 .169 147 106 .169 173 121 Totals 787 697 645 Totals.. Roses — Goeriscli Pieser . . Forester Lornian . Wolf . . . . igio. The American Florist. 585 Cut Flowers | E. H. HUNT rOR ALL OCCASIONS. fLORISTS* SUPPLIES TOO. -SEND FOR PRICE LIST. 76 Wabash Avenue, CHICAGO. Mention the American Florist when writing KYLE & FOERSTER, W. p. KYLE. 51 Wabash Ave., —CONSIGNORS SOUCITED. — Wholesale Florists. L, D. Phone Randolph 3619. JOSEPH FOEBSTEB CHICAGO E.C.AMLING THE LARGEST, BEST EQUIPPED, MOST CENTRAI,LY LOCATED WHOLESALE CUT FLOWER HOUSE IN CHICAGO. 32, 34, 36 RANDOLPH STREET, CHICAGO. L. D. 'Pbonei Central 1978 and 1977. GHAS. W. McKELLAR, 61 Wabaah At*. CHICAGO. ORCHIDS A Specialty Fancy Stock io Peonlec, Valley. Roses, Beantle*, Carnanons and a full Hoe olall Cut Flowers^Greena, W&e-Work and rioristi' Supplies. Send for Complete Catalogue. rOEHLMANN BROS. CO. Wholeaale Growers of and Dealers in All teleeraph and telephone orders given prompt attention. Greenhouses 32-37 Randolph St. MOSTON GROVE, OL. CHICAGO. Quality Counts.. Let us have your next order for Roses and Carnations and other Seasonable Flowers. JOHN KRUCHTEN, SI Wabash Ave.. CHICAGO. Wilkes-Baree, Pa. — T. W. Hutch- inson was awarded the contract to furnish 400 rhododendrons for the court house lawn. Calv-euton, N. Y. — W. J. Benjamin is building an addition to his green- house plant, more than doubling its former capacity. J. a BUDL0NG Roses and Camatlonfs A Specialty. 37-39 Randolph Street, CHICAGO. WHOLESALE GROWER of CUT FLOWERS WIETOR BROS ^.te'l'oi Cuf Flowers An telesrapb and telepbons orders fWek prompt BtteotioD. 51 Wabash Ave.. CHICAGO Chicago. April 13. Roses, Beauty, extra select ... 3 00 36in 250 30in 2 00 18in 150 ISin 100 Short 75 Per'lOO Bride, Bridesmaid, select.. 4 CO® 6 00 medium 2 00@ 3 00 " Killarney. select 4 00@ 6 00 medium andshort2 00@ 3 00 Mrs, Jardine 4 00@ 6 00 '■ Mrs. Potter Palmer 6 00 My Maryland 6 00 " Perle 6 00 " Richmond 4 00® 6 00 " Uncle John 6 00 .. White Killarney, select .... 4 00® 8 ro medium 2 000 3 00 Carnations, select fancy 1 50® 2 00 common and splits . .. 75 Callas perdoz,. 150 Hyacinths, Roman 2 00® 2 50 LiliumHarrisii perdoz,, 2 00 12 50 Lily of the Valley 3 00® 4 00 Mienonette 3 OOS 8 OD Narcissus 2 00® 3 00 Orchids perdoz,, 6 00® 9 00 SweetPeas 40® 1 00 Violets 35® 50 Adiantum per lOCO, 150 AsparagusPlum. strings. each, 60® 75 sprays 3 00® 4 00 Sprengeri.. 3 00® 4 00 Boxwood.. per bunch, 25c per case. 7 50 Ferns pcrlOOO, 2 50 Smilax 1 50 Zech&Nann Wholesale Florists Room 218, 51 Wabash Ave., CHICAGO Telephone, Central 3284. Rochester, Minn. — R. Grounds has sold out his establishment to the Rochester Cut Flower store. Belvedere, III. — John W. Lyon has sold a half interest in his business to Herbert Anderson, Irs son-in-law. KENNICOn BROS. WHOLESALE CUT FLOWERS 48-50 Wabash Ave., L. D. Fbone, Central 466. Chicago W« will have aaythinr ib the line of CUT FLOWERS and GREENS that you mar vrant if asybody bai it.at Chicaffo market prices on day of shipmeot. A. L. Randall Co. 1 9-2 1 Randolph St., CHICAGO. I. D. Phone Central 1496. Private Exchange All Departments. If you do not receive our price list regularly send for it. BE YOUR OWN COMMISSION MAN AT THE Flower Growers' Market 60 Wabash Ave., CHICAGO. A Few Desirable Stands For Rent. See JOHN SINNER, Manager. ' CR0WERS*"SH1PPERS ,tiu. ..,.,, fc^ \J 55 WABASH AVE. *V* ^ g^ONE CENTRAUeTlg HOEfifiEfi fiROS. Wholesale Growers of Gut Flowers, Telephone Randolph 2758. Greenhouses: DES PLAINES, ILL. Store- 51 Wabash Avenue CHIC A*: J 586 The American Florist. April i6, American Beauties Lily of the Valley, Carnations and all Tea Roses, In lots of one hundred to one thousand. Phone or wire us. WELCH BROTHERS, d..o^^ ... Boston, Mass. Grifted and Own Root Rose Plants Killarney, Richmond, My Maryland, White Killarney, (Waban strain), Kaiserin, Bride and Bridesmaid Send for Prices W. H. Elliott, Brighton, Mass. Rice Brothers Wholesale Florists and Supplies, 1 15 N, 6th St., MINNEAPOLIS, MINN. Cut Flowers received twice daily. Can fill your orde s to your satisfaction. .M30 hradquarters for Wild Smllax, Boxwood, Galax Leave*. Hardy Fancy Ferns. Prices quoted on large quantities. THE MUNK FLORAL GO. Wholesale Growers of CUT FLOWERS Columbus, Ohio Weilaad & Olinger 128 E. Thirds., CINCINNATI, 0. Wholesale Growers and Shippers of Cut Flowers. Boston. A (JUIKT WEliK. Another quiet week, with plenty of stock to meet all demands. Violets are .shortening up perceptibly. There are some doubles of very good quality still to be had. Lilies of all kinds are coming in freely, some especially good Candidums being amongst them. Car- nations are coming in rather heavy, but seem to sell well. Roses of all varietii-s are plentiful and going slow. My Maryland is coming in extremely freely and is offered at most attractive prices. American Beauty is plentiful and of splendid quality. Prices are down. Snapdragon is coming in freely. Good pink, yellow, whiti' and red are recognized as standard colors and they generally sell fairly well. Bulbous stock is plentiful, Victorias and Golden Spurs being thi- best sellers. Gardenias are coming in far too freely for the demand. .Some splendid flowers are coming in from out of town and the price is lower than ever for similar grades of stock. Valley is going a little slow, but will probably do better shortly, as many weddings arc sched- uled for early dates. Orchids are still a little scarce, the local growers being ofE crop. Interest is keen in the big orchid show soon to be held in the city. It promises to bi- the biggest thing of the kind ever held in this country. Pansies, primroses, mignon- ette, etc., are all plentiful. Iris of various colors are coming in more freely and an_- popular. Sweet peas are extremely jjlentiful. but are selling well. As the violets drop off, peas come to the front. Green goods are coming in more plentifully, especially Asparagus Sprengeri. NOTES. Peirce Bros.' big automobile got a little cranky tire other day on the way home from market. The steering gear refused to work and the car skidded and ran into the fence on Boston com- mon, A few pickets were broken, but no serious damage was done to the machine or occupants, Paine Bros., Randolph, are bringing in some fine iris. This is an extremely popular flower and the grower who HOLTON&HlNkELCO. Wholesalers of Fresh Flowers 462 Milwaukee St., MILWAUKEE, WIS. IjftoMe HcwcfMm'W.s Boston, April 13. Per 100 Roses, Beauty, best 25 00@30 00 medium 15 00@2u 00 culls 500@10 00 " Bride. Bridesmaid 1 00@ 4 00 " Extra S00@8 00 Carnations ^ ^ '^ selected 2 00® 3 00 Callas 8 00@10 00 Cattleyas 35 Oi @50 00 Lilium Lonriflorum 8 00@10 00 Lily of the Valley 2 00@ 3 00 Smilax 12 O0©16 00 St, Louis, ."Vpri 13, Roiei, Beauty, long stems 20 00@25 00 medium stems..,. 15 00320 00 shortstems 4 00@ 6 00 Bride, Bridesmaid 3 00@ 6 00 Cbatenay 3 00@ 6 00 Killarney 3 006 6 00 My Maryland 3 00@ 6 00 Richmond 3 008 8 00 Carnations 1 000 2 00 fancy 2 OOffi 2 50 Callas 800@10 00 Easter Lilies SOiaiO (0 Jonquils 1 50® 2 00 Sweet Peas 15© 40 Adiantum 150 Asparagus Sprengeri 2 00@ 3 00 Smilax 12 50615 00 Cincinnati, April 13. Roses, Beauty 1 00© 4 00 Bride. Bridesmaid 2 0(>@ 00 Golden Gate 2 000 6 00 Killarney 2 00© 6 00 Richmond 2 00© 6 00 Carnations 1 00@ 3 00 Callas 10 00 Daffodils, outdoor SO Daisies .. 50 Hyacinths. Miniature Dutch 4 00 Roman 3 00 Lilium LongiHorum 12 50 Lily of the Valley 3 000 4 00 Narcissus, Paper White 3 fH) Sweet Peas 500 75 Tulips 3 OiiK 4 nO Adiantum 1 00© 1 50 Asparagus Sprengeri, per bch, 25 Smilax 12 SO© 20 00 Milwaukee, April 13. Roses. Beauty 6 00640 00 Bride Bridesmaid 3 000 8 UO ■' Killarney 4 00© 8 00 Liberty, Chatenay 2 00© 8 00 Perle 3 00© 6 00 " Richmond 4 000 8 00 Carnations 1 00® 3 00 Lilium Giganteum 10 00 Lily of the Valley 4 00 Trumpet Major 3 00 Von Sion 3 00 Sweet Peas 50® 1 OO Tulips 2 00© 3 00 Adiantum — 150 Asparagus per striog, 5C© 60 Plumosus, per bunch, 50 Sprengeri. " 35 Ferns. Fancy per 1000 2 50 gets it in fairly early has no difficulty in disposing of it at good prices. Chas. O'Brien is bringing in some fine nephrolepis. There is always a call for good ferns and it is not easy to procure well grown plants at all times. The Waban Rose Conservatories are sending in some fine Beauties. They are of splendid color and strong in the stem. x,a.ji.iit.it.il..l..it.ii,.ik.^?i."siree.. Philadelphia, Pa. Pittsbnrg Florists' Exchange Wholesale Gut Flowers Everyihing Seasonable quantities. m Headquarters for Ferns. Galax. Leucothoe and Wild bmilax, and carry a large supply of the best •D hand at all times, We quctc the following tDlerestiog prices on small or large quantities. Ferns, fancy and ,dasBers.$l 25 per 1000 Galax, green and bronze fiSc per 1000. Leacotboe, green and bronze 65c per 100. Wnd SmOax, latge cases. $4.50 per case. 15 Diamond Square, PITTSBURG, PA. Philadelphia. MAEKET OVEELOADES). The market is still greatly over- stocked, the continued warm weather bringing in all the varieties of flowers, both inside and out. at a rapid rate. These, coupled with a light demand, add to the troubles of the grower and wholesale dealer. The retailer can regulate his supply, but the whole- sale dealers have to take what comes in and make the best of it. With every jar and pot full of stock and their cooling rooms crowded to the doors there is uo wonder that the wagon loads of boxes that draw up to their doors are viewed with dismay. With the street men working overtime and the greatest inducements offered to the stores, it still appears impossible to keep the stock moving with any kind of reasonable dispatch. The quality for the most part is first class, and while there is a kind of demand for necessary store stock and a light ship- ping trade, the prices obtained, par- ticularly in quantities, is not worth quoting. The season is fully three weeks ahead of normal conditions, and should this state of affairs continue, there will be no peonies for Decoration day, and instead of supplying the Bos- ton market, as is usual, this city will have to draw on its surplus at this time. The bedding plant men have commenced to send out geraniums for planting, many people taking the risk. as they believe that spring has set in and that they have seen the last of the cold weather, or at least killing frosts. Particularly is this true of window boxes, which are seen on many of the streets. For some reason the box trees kept very poorly the past winter and in nearly every instance are dead; on sunny or shady sides of the street the result is the same, all plants dead. NOTES. Motiiers' Day promises to become more popular as the real significance of the celebration is understood. This will be the fifth year of the observance. The first and second year but few flowers were worn, as it takes time to make any custom popular; no matter how much it appeals to the individual, the public must first learn of it. The third year, from hundreds, the numbers of those who wore flowers mounted into the thousands, and last year the happy thought spread a thousand miles, and In this city and the surrounding towns everj- white carnation was sold at a premium, many flowers towards the beauties, Spanish Iris All other flowers ia quantity THE McCXlLUIVI CO., Inc., Pittsburg, Pa. Pittsburgh Cut Flower Co., W holesale Florists and Growers, The House that has and sells good goods at fair prices. Salesrooms, 222 Oliver Ave. PITTSBURGH, PA. Choice Assortment of CUT FLOWERS wiU be found here. WRITE FOR PRICES. W. E. McKissicK S^ Bros. WHOUEaALE Fl-ORlSTa. Th >U>soIutalT Serrlc*. ABttncM Honn 7 >. m. to 8 p. m. 1619-1621 Ranstead St., PHILADKLPHIA. PA. l^oMe How^M&rl^U PuiLADBLrHiA, April 13. Per 100 Roses. Beauty.eitra 35 00050 00 first 15 00620 00 " Brides and Maidi 6 00@10 00 ■ Tea 6 00©10 00 •' extra 12 00@20 00 Cirnitiona 4 00® 6 00 Cattleyas 50 00075 00 Lilium Harrisii 12 00@15 00 Lily of the Valley 4 00© 5 00 MiKDODSIte 4 On@ 5 00 Sweet Peas 15@ 1 00 Violet!, single 7S@ 1 00 double 75@ 1 00 Smilax IS 00©20 00 Daffodils 2 00® 3 00 Tulips 2 OCffi 5 00 AsparaEus 1 00® 1 50 Callas 12 000)15 00 PiTTSBORG. April 13 Per 100 Roiei. Beauty, special 15 00@25 00 extra 10 00@1^ OO ■• No.l 4000 6 00 " Bride Bridesmaid 2 00@ 6 OO " Chatenay 2 00© 6 CO " Killarney 2 00© 6 00 '■ MyMaryland 2 00© 6 00 •• Richmond 2 00© 6 00 Carnations 1 50© 2 00 Callas 8 00 Cattleyas 50 00©60 00 Dafiodils 100©300 Uardenias 35 00©50 00 Lilac, white per bunch. 1 0001 SO Lilium Lonniflorum 6 00© 8 00 Lilyol the Valley 4 00 MiEDonette 4 00 Pansies 1 00 Primroses SOSi 75 Sweet Peas 50 Tulips 3 00 Violets, double 50© 75 siDEle 25® 50 Adiantum 1 50 AaparaEUsSprengeri. per bunch. 50 Btrinn...per string. 50 " sprays. ..per bunch. 50 Smilax 1500 last bringing the highest holiday prices. This season orders are already being placed for white carnations and the demand will, it is believed, spread into every neighborhood where the knowl- edge of the beautiful custom can be made known. Love and adoration for one's mother is universal, the very best mother in the land, and this cus- tom of honoring her by wearing a flower on a day set apart will, we be- lieve, become, or can be made, one of the most popular of all days on which flowers are a feature. "Slow" Philadelphia, or rather the enterprising florists' supply men of this city have been stirring up Boston and corraling large orders in that learned city the past week or two. First it was M. Rice & Co. and then H. Bayersdorfer & Co., who sent their best men and who, we are told, had all they could do to "write 'em down," so fast did the orders come in. Great preparations are being made for Deco- ration day business which, with or without the florists' help, is one of the greatest floral fetes of the year in that city. The H. A. Dreer Co. has had a great run on box ithe past month, and is completely sold out of all the small and medium sizes. Business at this great establishment is in full swing, all kinds of hardy and her- baciSfcus stock moving off in large quantities and orders are coming in such quantities that a record-breaking business is assured. Niessen's market is a busy place these mornings. An immense quantity of stock is^moved early in the day. The coolest man in the place is Captain Leo, who is always on the job. We question if there is another business in the country of such magnitude that is managed with less friction. K. MONTVALE, Mass. — Mrs. David Fish- er has sold her greenhouse plant on Hill street to Flood, who will continue the business. New York. — Dr. N. L. Britton, di- rector of the Botanical Gardens, re- turned April 5 from a six-week ex- cursion into the Cuban mountain wild- erness in search of specimens. 588 The American Florist. April i6. New York. TliADK QUIET. The weather of the past week was cooler, but there was little appreciable decrease in the volume of cut stock arriving in this market. There was a somewhat better movement on Satur- day, but no increase in prices. The situation Is bad, but growing hysteri- cal or throwing fits will not improve it. The remarkable weather conditions of March cut two ways to the disad- vantage of business. It brought in an enormous supply of stock and took many people out of the city. With weather favorable for autoing and other forms of outdoor amusement, the wealthy and care-free citizens usu- ally make the most of it, and not only florists but other tradesmen suffer. It is true that in a great city like this there is always a demand for flowers and always something doing, but of late the demand has fallen greatly be- low the supply. But, we take an op- timistic view of the situation and believe that in a short time condi- tions will Improve. April 11. — There is a slight improve- ment in the condition of the market this morning, due to cool weather and a lighter supply of stock. It is im- possible to furnish quotations on lilac, of which there is now an abundant supply, as no two dealers bunch it in the same way. It is possible to buy a big bunch for 25 cents. NOTES. Miss Susanna Lustgarten, 19 years old, the only child of Charles and Isa- belle Lustgarten, of Elmhurst, L,. I., died in the Brooklyn hospital on the morning of April 9. Her death was caused by burns received the previous evening at a merrymaking by the girls of Adelphi college, Brooklyn, of which she was a student. One of the features of the entertainment was a ghost dance, in which the girls danced around a purple light, made by burn- ing alcohol and table salt in a dish. It is said that Miss Lustgarten poured alcohol from a bottle into the dish while the flre was still burning, and there was an immediate explosion which set her light clothing on flre. Before it could be extinguished she was fatally burned. There is wide- spread sympathy for the bereaved parents, who are well known growers of Elmhurst, and familiar figures in the New York Cut Flower Exchange, where they sell their stock. Both have always been very hard workers, their great ambition having been to give their daughter a good education and a good start in life. Last summer, mother and daughter made an ex- tended tour of Europe. Ford Bros., 4 8 West Twenty-eighth street, recently took a lease on the Manhattan Flower Market, 46 West Twenty-eighth street. Before they had time to move they received and ac- cepted an offer of $10,000 for their lease, as the building is to come down to make room for a more pretentious structure. In these days of depression that is a faster way of making money than by selling flowers. It is under- stood that all the buildings from 44 to 50 West Twenty-eighth street, on the even-numbered side, will soon be torn down, and there are other pros- pective changes. The funeral of Mrs. Geo. M. Stumpp was held at the family home, 65 East Ninety-first street, on the afternoon of April 7. There were services at the Episcopal church and many beautiful floral offerings. Interment was in Woodlawn cemetery. From Hackensack, N. J., the death is reported of Mrs. Winnefcld, wife of the junior member of the firm of Lehing & Winnefeld, plant growers and shippers to this market. Surplus Stock LILIUM AURATUMS 8-9-in. (130 in a case) $ 4.50 per case LILIUM SPECIOSUM ALBUMS 8-9-in. (220 in a case) $13.00 per case CYGAS STEMS •% lb. (300 lbs. to a case) 16.50 per case Prices f. o. b. New York. Sold only in case lots. Stock limited. Order at once. BAMBOO STAKES Natural and gfreen. Various sizes always on hand. Yokohama Nursery Co., Ltd. 31 Barclay Sf., NEW YORK John W. Gibson, of Gibson Bros.. Newport, R. I., was in the city April S. He reports good Easter business and looks forward to a good season. George Bradshaw has taken a posi- tion with J. K. Allen. New York Florists' Club. The regular monthly meeting of the Florists' Club was held in the Grand Opera house on the night of April 11, with a good attendance. Walter F. Sheridan reported for the dinner com- mittee and was tendered a vote of thanks for his able and effective work. Wm. H. Siebrecht, Jr., reported for the plant market commtitee, advancing a propostion for a plant market under the Manhattan approach of the new Queensborough bridge at Fifty-ninth street. There was a spirited discus- sion over this matter, in which Patrick O'Mara. F. R. Pierson, A. F. Faulk- ner, John Birnie, James Dean, John B. Nugent, Jr., Wm. Elliott and W. E. Marshall participated. Finally, on the motion of Chas. H. Totty, it was de- cided that the club indorse the propo- sition and ask the co-operation of members of the club and other inter- ested societies. One speaker advanced the theory that the business of the city will soon be revolutionized. Another said that while that might be true, he believed that the change would come slowly, and that he thought that if any changes were to be made in the matter of selling plants and cut flow- ers they should be in methods and not in location. M. McKerrick and Chas. McTaggart were elected members. G. A. Merritt, T. Maelstrom and J. A. Weis were pro- posed for membership. A communi- cation was received from Hitchings & Co., the well known greenhouse build- ers, offering a silver cup for com- petition in exhibits. The offer was ac- cepted and a vote of thanks tendered. It was voted that the club give hearty co-operation toward the passage of the bill now before the legislature for suitable greenhouses at Cornell Uni- versity. President Pierson, of the S. A. F., spoke in reference to the next meeting at Rochester. He said that he hoped for and expected a great delegation from this city. The trans- portation committee follows: Frank Traendly, John Toung, Harry Bun- yard. Kessler Bros., 50 West Twenty- eighth street, exhibited their new fern. Louis Dupuy, Whitestone, N. T., ex- hibited new types of hydrangeas. Mrs. A. M. Booth, Great Neck, (E. Fardel, gardener), exhibited anemones and stocks. All of the exhibitors spoke interestingly of their productions. APHINE The practicabilty of spraying, com- pared to fumigating or vaporizing is being more generally recognized than heretofore among those engaged in floriculture and horticnlture. Spraying, when operated on scien- tific lines, is proving the most eco- nomical method of combating insect pests. Fumigation requires the filling of the house. S p r a y i n g requires application to that portion of the house only where the insects make their appearance. Fumigation is not beneficial to flower or foliage. Spraying with Aphine does not affect them in the least, in fact, it invigoratestheplants. Send fcr descriptive circular. Aphine Manufacturing Go. MADISON, N. J. Buffalo. STOCK PLENTIFUL. The weather is variable and stock plentiful. Killarney, Richmond and American Beauty roses are good. Car- nations are plentiful, but not large. Violets are in over-supply and moving slowly. Some good gardenias and or- chids are coming in, with fair sale. Valley is always salable. Flowering plants are .scarce, a few hyacintlis. hy- drangeas and some fine calceolarias are all that can be had. Daltodils are in profusion, the warm spell last week bringing outdoor stock in almost as freely as indoor, the former only for a day or two. Bargain sales are stilt on the Saturday calendar. The first meeting of the Florists' Club under the administration of President Streit was held last Tuesday. A fair attendance only, auditing of the- last officers' books and reports of com- mittees taking up all of the evening. Some talk was indulged in regarding a fall show, but no definite actiort taken. Biso.w rgio. The American Florist. 589 t&»T Telephone 107 Madlion Sonare. J. K. ALLEN, lOlO Wholesale Commission Florist, BstabUsbed 1887. 106 West 28th Street, NEW YORK CITY. Open the year around to receive shipments of Cut Flowers. Open Every Morning at 6 a. m. Prompt Returns To Shlpperi A. L. YOUNG & CO.„l*l».lan(i Manhattan Flower Market, «Ii'l*irj°:* WHOLESALE FLORISTS. Consignments of Choice Cut Flowers Solicited. Pronnpt Payments. Give Us a Tria Alexander J. Guttman, THE WHOLESALE FLORIST OF NEW YORK 34 WEST 28th STREET, PHONES. 1664-1665 MADISON SQUARE ENOUGH SAID. Traendly £ Sclienck, WHOLESALE FLORISTS, NEW YORK. 44 WIST 28tll STRirr. rhntei, 798 and 790. Young & Nugent, Telephone 2085-2066 Madison Square. New York 42 West 28th Street, To out-of-town floriits We are in the Heart of And Biye special attention to steamer and Theater orders. Prompt deliveries and best «toclf in the market. Trade Directory -OF THE- UNITED STATES AND CANADA. PRICE S3.00. POSTPAID. American Florist Co.. 324 Dearborn s^u Chicago ^e>N'YORK Give ns a Trial We can Please you. ii Roses, Carnations and all kinds of Seasonable Flowers in Stoclc. WM. F. KASTIN6 GO.c Wholesale Commission Florists. Florists' Supplies and Wire Designs. August Millaog WHOLESALE FLORIST 41 W. 28th St., NEW YORK N.Y. Cut Flower Exchange CooganBldg ,6th. -Vve&W. 26th St.. New York. Open for Cut Flower Sales at 6 o'clock Every Morning. Desirable Wall Space to Rent for Advertising. V. S. DORVAL, Secretary. ALFRLD H. L4NGJ4HR WHOLESALE FLORIST, 55 W. 28tli Street, NEW YORK. .Ml flosvers in season. Consignniencs of first- class stock- solicited. Phones 4626 ard 4627 Madison Square. K.\>-s.\s CiTV, Mo. — The Alpha Flor- al Co. says business at Easter was very .satisfactory, the stock being bought right and sales being 10 per cent higher than last year at better prices. Plants and cut flowers were both ecnial to the demand. YkoMe no¥crMM*Ist>s New York. Apiil 13. Roses, Beauty, special 15 00ffi20 00 fancy 8 COS 10 00 No.l 500® 6 00 No. 2 1 OOa 300 Bride. Bridesmaid, special. 3 Ouffl 5 00 extra and fancy 100^2 00 Killarney. special 6 OOff' 8 00 extra and fancy. 3 005) 5 00 No.l and No. 2. 50@ 1 00 My Maryland 2 OoS S (0 Richmond 1 00^12 00 Carnations 50® 2 00 Callas per doz., 753' 1 00 Cattleyas 25 00360 00 Gardenias ...per doz.. 75® 2 50 Lilium Longiflorum 2 003 4 00 Lily of the Valley 1 003 3 00 Mignonette .per doz.. 203 50 Sweet Peas. per doz. bunches, 353 75 Buffalo. .April 13. Roses, Beauty, special 20 0C@25 00 fancy 15 00@20 00 extra 10 00« 15 00 Bride, Maid. Killarney 8 00@10 00 Carnations 1 50@ 3 00 Callas 8 00012 00 Daffodils 1 0U@ 2 00 Daisies 1 003 2 00 Jonquils 1 50@ 2 00 Lilium Longiflorum 8 00(810 00 Lily of the Valley 3 00@ 4 00 Mignonette 1 00© 3 00 Ferns 2 00 Galax 1 50 Sweet Peas 50@ 1 00 Tulips 1 00@ 2 50 Violets 4n@ 60 Adiantum Croweanum 1 25@ 1 50 Asparagus Str 50@ 60 Smilax 15 00 FORD BROS., Receivers and Shipper! of Fresh Flowers 48 West 28th St., NEW YORK, Telephone 3S70-3S71 Madiwn Sqnarc. Anacostia, D. C. — Local growers were well pleased with the Easter business. There was a scarcity of roses, carnations and violets but an abundance of other stock. Prices were about the same as last year. Moore, Hentz & Nash, WHOLESALE COMMISSION FLORISTS 55 and 57 West 2eth S«re«t, Telephone No. 756 lean Square. xelep MadI NEW YORK. HORACE E. FROMENT WHOLESALE COMMISSION American Beauty Roses a specialty. Ro«es, Violets, Carnations, Valley, Lilies, Etc. 57 West 28tli St., NEW YORK CITY Telephones: 2200 and 220 1 Madison Square. Walter F.Sheridan yyHOLESALE FLORIST , Telephones: 3532 and 3533 Madison Sq. 39 West 28th St., NEW YORK. FLOWERS SHIPPED BY JOHN I. RAYNOR .^re the best product of the best growers for the New York market. Adiantnm Croweanum sold here excluslrely. 49 West 28th St., NEW YORK Telephone 1998 Madison Square. KESSLERBROS. 50 W. 28th St., NEW YORK. CUT FLOWERS Wholesale Plantsmisa and Florists. Phone 2336 Madison Shipments Everywhere. Froir Dt and satisfactory. Consignments solicited- 580 The American Florist. April i6. George Cotsonas&Co. Wholesale and Retail Dealers In all kind! of Ever^een FsDCT aad Dafger Ferns. Bronze and Green Galax. Phone 1202 Mad. Sq. MalnStore, 50 W. 28tll St^ NEIW YORK. New Crop Ferns rANCT and DAGGER ready May lit. Special price for large orders Price $1.25 per 1000. CALDWELL THE WOODSMAN CO., Evergreen, Al«bamnat WHOLESILE PRICE LIST GALAX, FERNS AND LEUCOTHOE Direct from the woods to the dealer. Per 1000 Galax green and bronze $0.-0 Ferns, daseer and f^ncy 1.00 Greeen Leucotho' Sprays, regular lengths... 2,00 Green Leucotboe Sprayi, 10 to 1 Sin 1 .03 Special prices on lots of lOO.OOO and up. Terms strictly cash, f o, b. Elk Park. N. C. North Carolina Evergreen Go.,»"^f^|.™' Cincinnati. TRADE VERT POOR. Cut flower business is very poor. The demand has subsided until it amounts to almost nothing. While a few of the retailers report a fair busi- ness, yet by far the majority say it could scarcely be worse even in the good old summer time. It is a pretty hard matter to figure the cause of the slump, there being no special reason why business should go all to pieces at this time of the year, and to have roses and carnations pouring into the city from all points makes the slump doubly unfortunate. Even the ex- tremely low prices at which stock is offered does not help to clean up the market. Several growers report going off crop with carnations, and undoubt- edly this will tend to give the market a better tone in the near future. About the only scarce article is sweet peas, and it appears as though every cus- tomer coming into the wholesale houses asks for this favorite little flower. Lilac is to be had in any quantity, but this week will see the last of it. Lilies and callas are a glut and hard to move even at reduced prices. Tulips and hyacinths are to be had in any quantity, but the out- door daffodils have the call on account of being cheap. Smilax remains scarce, but there is too much asparagus on the market. NOTES. Peter Weiland, of the firm of Weil- and & Olinger, is having a very severe attack of rheumatism and left last Tuesday for Hot Springs, Ark., to see if a change of climate and the baths at this famous resort will not benefit him. Meanwhile, Peter Olinger is looking after the growing end at New Castle, Ind., and Wm. Gardner is in charge of the selling end. They have an immense cut of roses, which are sent to this market twice a day, after- noon and evening, and it keeps the store boys working far into the night to keep the stock graded up and put In water. The Jabez Elliott Flower Market was a sight last Saturday. The stand hold- ers displayed some very well grown plants and all seemed to be doing a nice business. From present indica- tions everything points to a big busi- ness in bedding plants this spring and thousands of people patronize the flower market to have their wants sat- isfied. Clara Cemetery Vase MADE OF SOLID MOULDED GLASS 12 inches high, with wide flaring mouth. Can be supplied in green or white. Doz., $2.50: barrel of 3 doz., $6.00, f. o. b. Chicago. Vaughan's Seed Store, CHICAGO: 84-86 Randolph St. NEW YORK: 25 Barclay St Sirdycil! Ferns First Quality, $1.40 per M. F"AnCY DAGGER ALSO DEALERS IN Baled Spruce for Cemetery Use BOUQUET GREEN, SPHAGNUM MOSS, Etc. L.B.BRAGUE&SON, Oldest. Largest and Most Reliable Dealers in the United States, Hinsdale, Mass, Henry M. Robinson & Co. Wholesale Commission Florists. L/UI nOWciS greens and Florists' SuppUes. Dagger and Fancy Fent $1.50 per lOOO Bronze and Green Galax $1 .00 »er 1000: 8.50 per 10 000 Leacotboe Sprays $1 00 per 100; $7.50 per 1000 Southern "WtU Smilax, Branch Laurel, Laurel Festooning, Green and Sphacnum Moss, Boxwood Sprays, A large stock constantly on hand. Can fill orders at a moment's notice, Telephone or telegraph. BOSTON, MASS. FANCY. DAQQRR. Telephones: 2617-2818 Main; Fort Hill 25290. 15 Province Street and 9 Ctiapman Place, FANCY FERNS, $2.00 per 1000 Naw Crop Oalaz. Bronze or Green $1.25 per lOOt; ItlM. $7.M SphadnoB Mosa. lar^e bales $1.25; ( bales. $7.Qi. Extra fine Lancothoa Spraya, Green and Bronze $1.00 per 100; S7.S0 per lOW Baxwoad per bunch, 35c; 50-pound cose. 9B.S0 Florists in the Middle and Western States can save money by placine their orders with us. A trial order solicited. MICHIGAN CUT FLOWER EXCHANGE, inc. \A^holesale Commission Florists and Florists' Supplies, 38-40 Broadway, All phone connections. DETROIT, MICH . Edith F. Kyrk, out in Avondale, is one of the fortunate retailers who was busy the past week and took a great many flowers out of the wholesale dis- trict every day. She says that one had to handle too much stock to clean up any money and would rather have less work and more money. The Florists' Society held the regu- lar monthly meeting on Monday even- ing, April 11, and only routine busi- ness was transacted. The question of the annual outing was brought up, but laid over until the next meeting. E. G. Gillette is handling some very fine Beauties from the Heller Bros.' greenhouses at New Castle, Ind. S. PerpetBated aod NatiraJ Sbeit Southern Wild Smilax; L A. BEAVEN, Evergreen, Ala. Mention the American Florist token writing PASADENA, Calif. — Entries from amateurs were scarce but the profes- sionals turned out in force at tlie local flower show which opened March 31. A feature of the show was the collec- tion of California plants exhibited by P. D. Barnhart. igio. The American Florist. 591 DESIGNS OR CUT FLOWERS wm be deUvered for the trade in otber cities by tiK firms below, the Leading Retailers In the cities I on Wire, Phone or Mall Orders. Alexander NcConoell, 571 fifth Ave., Windsor Arcade, NEW YORK CITY. TELEGRAPH Orders forwarded to any part of the United States, Canada and all principal cities in Evirope. Orders transferred or entrusted by the trade to our selection for delivery on steamship* or elsewhere receive special attention. lelcphone Calls: 487 and 488 38th St. Cable address: Alexconnell. Western Union Code. Cleveland, O. The Cleveland Cut Flower Co. I?ill fiU your orders for designs and cut floivers ia NORTHERN OHIO. Dayton, O. Matthews, FLORIST 16 W. 3rd Street. Flowers in any arrangement for all occasions, for Dayton and vicinity. Long dia Phones St. Paul, Minn. HOLM & OLSON, ST. PAUL 1HK IXADING nORISTS OF THE NORTHWHI Orders will bo well cared for anywhere is MINNES OTA AND THE DAKOTAS. Los Angeles, Calif. J. W. WoMill, FLORIST, ^ysg^cia^tgf " 2 1 8 W. 4th St. St. Paul, Minn. L L MAY & CO. Order year flowers for deHveiT In this section from the leadlHQ florists of the Nortiiwett San Francisco, Calif. J. B. BOLAND Successor to Sieyers and Bolao4 FLORIST eO KEARNEY STREET. Atlanta, Ga. Atlanta Floral Co. 4 1 Peachtree Street. PittBburg Pa. H. L. BLIND a BROS., Two Stores: Liberty Ay. & 5th St. . 5424 Center Ay. Greenhouses: West View. New York. Established 1874. DARDS N. E. Comer 44th St and Madison Ave. Has his oyyn correspondents in all the large cities of Europe and the British Colonies. Cable orders forwarded by private code. Tele^aph and Cable Aa- dress, DAItDSFLOR. Mention the American Florist when writing MADE ARRANQMEMTS TO OllWER. FLOWEfSS IN ALL LEAOIN& CITIES AT HOME. AND ARROAO AND ON All LEAVINQ OR ARRIVING STEAMSHIP5 A sign like this in your window will draw good business now. Steamship Sailings. FROM NEW YORK EXCEPT AS NOTED. April 19. MoUke. Ham.-Amer.. 2 p. m., Hoboken Pier. Rotterdam, Holl.-Amer., 10 a. m., Hoboken Pier. Kaiser Wil der Grosse, N. Ger. Lloyd. 10 a. m.. Hoboken Pier. FROM BOSTON, Hesperian, Allan. 6 a. m. FROM BOSTON. Cmyric, White Star, 5 p. m. April 20. Lusitania, Cunard, 9 a. m.. Piers 54 and 56, North River. FROM BALTIMORE, Cassel, N. Ger. Lloyd, 2 p. m.. Pier 9, Locust Point. April 21. 10 La Touraine, French, North River. Bluecher, Ham.-Amer.. 9 a. Pier. Prinz Friedrich Wllhelm. N. 10 a. m., Hoboken Pier. April 22. FROM ST. JOHN, N. B. land. Can. -Pacific. April 23. Furnessia. Anchor, 9 a. m. River. New York, American, 10 North River. Lapland. Red Star, 11 a. m.. Pier 59, North River. Celtic. White Star, 10 a. m.. Piers 60 and 61, North River. President Lincoln, Ham.-Amer., 10 a. m., Hoboken Pier. FROM ST. JOHN, Tunisian, Allan. FROM PHILADELPHIA, Merion, American, 10 a. m.. Pier 64. FROM PORTLAND, Canada, White Star- Dom. m., Pier 42, m., Hoboken Ger. Lloyd, Empress of Ire- Pier 64, North I. m., Pier 62, Detroit, Mich. John Breitmeyer's Sons Corner Miami and Gratiot Avenms. Artistic Designs. High firade Cat Blooms. We cover all Mlctilgan points and goo4 sections of Ohio, Indiana and Canada. Kansas City, Mo. Geo. M. Kellogg Flower and Plant Co.. 908 GRAND AVE. KANSAS CITY and PLEASANT HILL, MO. Will fill all orders for Cut Flowers, Funeral Designs, Wedding and Blrtliday Gifts that maj be entrusted to them. Terre Haute, Ind. John G. HeinI t Soni 129 South Seventh St. Telephone 247. We are hi position to fill promptlr uH ■*!!. t«l» phoae, telesrrapb and cable orders wtik M* qaalitr stock In seaaon. Pittsburg, Pa. A. W. SMITH CO. KEENAN BLX>G. Larrest Floral Establishment ia America Established 1874. Incorporated 1909. Rochester, N: Y. J.B. KELLER SO NS, r FLORISTS. I 25 Clinton Avenue, N. Rochester Phone 60S. Long Dis. Bell Phone KM IN HEART OF NEW YORK CITY Phone 2270 38tb St. 1294 Broadwu Out Motto— T HI GOLDIM RtTUC Kansas City, Mo. Samuel Murray .FLORIST. 1017 Broaway ^°^ns"rv"?o/; Botb Pbones 2670 Main. Write. Telephone or Telegraph, All orders given prompt attention. Louisville, Ky. EstaibUshed 1880. M. D. REIMERS Successor to Chas' W, Reimers 329 Fourth Avenue 592 Fhe American Florist. April i6 DESIGNS OR CUT FLOWERS Will be delivered for the trade in other cities by the firms below.the Leading Retailers in the cities Indicated on Wire, Phone or Mall Orders, Chicago. EatabUshed In 1857. '^mM. FLORiST^ 739 Buckingham Place, L. D. Phone 558 Lake View. Send us your retail orders. WE HAVE THE BEST F ACaiTIES IN THE CUT Chicago. BAUSWIRTB FLORIST Auditorium Annex. Hall, Telegraph or Telephone Orders Filled Promptly in Best Style. Oncinnati, O. JULIUS BAER, 138-140 E. Fourth St tiond Distance Tbone. New Orleans CUT FLOWERS for Tonrlsts and Ceneral Trade. Wire or mail. Highest Grade Stock Only^ ti5!»Li: VIRGIN, STN^A^i^ Savannah, Ga. JOHN WOLF, Wholesale and Retail FLORIST. Kalamazoo and Battle Creek, Mich. H. A. FISHER CO. ^Vholesale and Retail Florists. We Handle Everything in Season. MilwaukeCr Wis. CCPollworthCo. Will take proper AVi«COnsin. care of vonr orders 'n ''' i»^v»i»»i*b. Buffalo, Niagara Falls, Lockporf. S. A. Anderson, 440 Main St., Buffalo, N. Y. Mail. Telephone and Telegraph orders filled promptly wiib the choicest stock. Washington, D. C. f4th and N Streets. Also 1601 Eutaw Place, Baltimore, IVfd. Indianapolis. TEADE VARIABLE. Business had another lull during the early part of the week, but picked up nicely towards the latter part, so that the lull merely amounted to a resting spell before the large amount of funeral work which kept us busy over Sunday. Flowers are plentiful"; candytuft has again made a general appearance and eases the design prob- lem considerably. Lilacs are now in nice bloom. Hydrangeas are of good .size and move well. NOTES. Herman Pachman, proprietor of the Excelsior wire works, has invented and patented a marble game entitled "Possum in the Tree." It is a political take-off. Another invention of which Fachman is the patentee is a chip bas- ket with tacks protruding around the edge. Tills basket is designed to take the place of the now much used wil- low basket (flat). Instead of fasten- ing the moss on the basket by wrap- ping cord entirely around the basket, it is proposed that the cord be laced back and forth from tack to tack op- posite. Lacing on these tacks not only makes a neater job than wrapping un- der the bottom of a willow basket, but also prevents the cord from slipping off at the ends, which is so often the case when a piece is jolted over four or five miles of street enroute to des- tination. In the automobile floral parade Louis Deschler, who had his car elab- orately decorated with Easter lilies, received first prize. The five lady judges tabooed the paper-flower deco- rations and gave only a third prize to a car of that sort. The committee on the Sunday after- noon closed shop club finds that only one of the local florists refuses to complj' with its request to close at one o'clock Sunday afternoons. Albert J. Pittet, who recently bought a fine carriage horse for pleasure use only, is having his trouble in prevent- ing horse dealers around the city from buying it of him. The representative of the Roseville Pottery Co. was in the city during the past week and seemed to be very suc- cessful in booking orders for ivory and mat-green ware. Homer Wiegand is making prepara- tions to organize the North Side Flor- ists' baseball club team, so as to have a winning nine at the annual picnic this year. John Bertermann gave an automo- bile party last Sunday to Cumberland, Ind. The guests were Herman Young and Paul Shidler and their wives. S. T. Hitz has been selling flowers on commission during the past week, the flowers being sent to him by his brother of Franklin, Ind. Lester F. Benson is erecting a small conservatory in the rear of his resi- dence property, superintending the work personally. Tommy Hart is again regular in his attendance upon the Tomilson Hall Flower Market. A. W. B. Brooklyn, New York. "WILSON" 3 and 5 Greene Ave. and 339 to 347 Greene At* Greenhouses: Short Hills, N. J. Deliveries in NEW YORK, LONG ISLAND and NEW JERSIT. mention the American Florist when writing New York. MYER, FLORIST, 609-61 1 Madison Av«. Phone 5297 Plan. Indianapolis, Ind. Bertermann Bros. Co. FLORISTS 241 Massachusetts Ave. Omaha, Neb. Hess & Swoboda FLORISTS, 1&1S PTirnum St telephones ifiia rarnvm 3t. ,501 andL issa Denver, Colo. yhe Park ....Floral Co. J. A. valentine. President. tame brosx» rLORIST* WASmNliTOM D. C. Gude's Washington, D. C. Geo. C. Shaffer, :: s FLORIST = :: Phone 24 1 6 Main 1 4th & Eye Sts, N. W Write. Telegraph or Telephone. The Florists' Market Place, Our Ready Reference Ad. Dept igio. The American Florist. 593 DESIGNS OR CUT FLOWERS EH will be delivered for the trade in other cities by tb* , the Leading Retailers in the cities Indicated Phone or Mail Orders. Kansas City, Mo. WILLIAM L. ROCK, Flower Co., will careful] J eiecnte orders for Kansas City and any town In Missouri, Kansas or Oklahoma. Mention the American Florist when writing St. Louis, Mo, Write, Wire or rtione Tour Orders to 1406 OUve Street, Itefular discount allowed on all orders,! either Plants or Cut Flowers. nones Ben. Main 2306, fCinlodi, Central 4981 Mention the American Florist when writing New York. EstabUsned 184 David Clarke's Sons FLORAL DECORATORS 2139-2141 Broadway i552-^i55'3"co?umbus. ChoicG Cut Flowsrs Lansing, Mich. Gurdon B. Smith Covers all Points in Michigan. Best of Shipping Facilities in all Directions. Always his the best of Everythiog. y$K Seattle, ^^o^ Wash. T t W. McCOY Anderson, S. C. THE ANDERSON FLORAL CO. 533 MARSHALL AVI. Id Good Position to Know, "Can you always tell when a man cares for a woman?" "You bet I can. I'm a florist." — St. Louis Star. "See here, BIr. Editor, I thought your paper was friendly to me. See what you have done? I made a speech at the banquet last night and you haven't printed a word of it.'' "Well, what further proof do you want?" — Fourth Estate. "A TAEMEB has to take chances like any other business man," said the citi- zen who is interested in the uplift. "Yes," answered Mr. Corntossel. "I'm willin' to take all kinds of chances. I answer 'most every circular anybody sends me. But I never yet had the nerve to depend on free-distribution seeds for my summer vegetables." — Washington Star. Denver, Colo. FLORAL DESIGNS AND FLOWERS Best Quality on Shortest Notice DANIELS if FISHER Order by mail, telephone, teleeraph or cable. Cable address "Daniels. Denver" Toronto, Can. Canada's best known and most reliable i3rist Only the Best Dunlop's Se Yonse Street. We deliver anywhere in Canada and guarantee safe arrival. Cleveland. A BUSY WEEK. The past week has been a very busy one, not so -much in quantities sold, but in quantities handled. Stock was very plentiful up to the latter part of the week when the weather suddenly turned decidedly cooler, shortening up the crop considerably, until Satur- day, April 9, there was a marked shortage, particularly in sweet peas, of which there were not enough to go around. Carnations also were just about equal to the demand, which wa.s quite a change from the middle of the week, when they went begging. Callas are coming in in quantity with a good demand. Lilies that came too late for Easter are now beginning to arrive and the demand is fair. A fine lot of Candidum lilies are seen and find a ready market. Calendulas and daisies sell quickly, as does forget-me- not and swainsona. Tulips are not as good as formerly, the warm weather having got in its work. Daffodills, mostly single, are in, good stock; pan- sies are selling well; violets have a fair call; valley is a little scarce. Boxwood is being used quite freely; string smilax is much in demand, and on Saturday could not be had at any price, not a single string being found at local wholesale houses. White car- nations were much in demand Satur- day and Sunday. NOTES. Shortly after the present park board was appointed in this city, a short notice was published in this paper stating that neither one of the ap- pointees had any previous experience in this line. Now, City Forester Frink is very much in the limelight, owing to the wholesale slaughter of trees in our parks and boulevards, for which the local papers are roundly censur- ing him. It is claimed $50,000 would not cover the damages, and indigna- tion meetings, protesting against this system of park management, are being held all over the city. It is up to every lover of nature, and particularly by the local nurserymen who know something about trees and their care, to protest and advise the present seemingly incompetent park board. Let us hope some action will be taken to help preserve our trees instead of destroying them. The Gasser Co., 1106 Euclid avenue, outdid all records in distributing flow- ers through the press to the sick and the orphans in its annual free distri- bution Thursday. Eight thousand red and white roses were given out to 26 hospitals and asylums. The retailers again lost to the wholesalers at a bowling match last Wednesday evening. C. B. New York FLORAL CO. We Guarantee Satisfaction 413 Madison Ave. cor. 48tli St. Albany, N. Y. Flowers or Design Work. Delivered in Albany and Vicinity on Telegraphic Order. 11 NORTH PEARL STREET. Boston, Mass. Send flower orders for delivery in Boston and all New England Points To THOS. F. GALVIN, Inc., 124 TREMONT ST. THE J. M. GASSER COMPANY, ©[L[I^[|[L^[l^[n)p®a We Cover Ail Points in Ohio. Buffalo, N. Y. Flowers "'Quality W.J. Palmers Son. 304 Main St. Louisville, Ky. JACOB SCHULZ, 550 So. Fourth Avenae. Colorado Springs, Colo. FRANK F. CRUMP, Wbolesale and Retail Florist MICHIGAN. ""i^" "'" ^ carefully cared lor by HENRY SMITH, Wholesale and Retail Florist of GRAND RAPIDS GEOTa. HEINL, is, •: All Orders Promptly Executed. 594 The American Florist. Ai>rU i6^ The Seed Trade ade. j Amcrloaa Sm»i Trada Asaoclalloa J. C. Robinton, Waterloo. Neb.. Pres.; M. H. Duryea. New York. First VicePrei.: F. W. BoleiincWasbine ton. D.C.. Second Vice- Pres.; C. K. Kendel. Cleveland. O.. Sec'y ■nd Treas.. Leonard H. Vaughan, Chicago. Asst. Sec'y. Twenty-eighth annual conven- tioa. It Atlantic City. N. J. Juae 21. 1910. ^ It is understood that as yet there has been no hearing on the drastic insecticide bill as was expected. KlRBY B. WHITE and Will Bowen, of D. M. Ferry & Co., are mailing a Cali- fornia trip, going by the southern route. TOULON, France. — Latest predictions on the French bulb crop for this year indicate a shortage of approximately 20 per cent. CHICAGO. — Contract prices on tjie board of trade April 13 for grass seed were noted as follows: Timothy, $4.60 nominal. White clover, from 20 cents to 25 cents. San Feancisco, Calif. — A. Ringier, representing W. W. Barnard & Co., Chicago, has returned from Byron Springs, suffering very badly with rheumatism. Springfield, Mo. — The Merchants' National Bank of Springfield, Mis- souri, one of the largest institutions of its kind in this part of the state, re- organized and elected new officers and directors April 5, L. H. Murray, a wealthy capitalist and vice-president of the Springfield Seed Co., going in as president and R. R. Ricketts, presi- dent of the Springfield Seed Co., as di- rector. Other stockholders of the seed company are also interested in the bank. The society for the protection of the Interests of agriculture of Toulon and the coast meets April 16 at Cafe de la Potonde to fix the irices of French bulbs for the present season. A minority wished to defer until April 30. There are now 605 active members of this organization. M. Al- bert Ordinaire was elected general Braslan Seed Growers Go. Lettuce, Onion, Sweet Peas, Growers for the Wholesale Trade Only. SAN JOSE, CALIF. Pieters-Wheeler Seed Company HOLLISTER, CAL. Growers of High Grade Seeds Onion, Lettuce, Radish, .Sweet Peas, Etc. CORRESPONDENCE SOLICITED. secretary of the bulb section. The directors of the immortelle growers section will be chosen later. The sec- retary telegraphed the senators, rep- resenting Province Var., asking that duties on products of the south be made uniform with those of Belgium and Germany. The Seed Business to Date. Amzi Godden Seed Co., Birming- ham, Ala. — The March demand for seeds has been unusual in certain lines, in our own section. There was no increase in the demand for vege- table seeds but the demand for farm and field seeds has been extraordinary and unusual. Which leads us to the conclusion that our southern farmers are interested in diversification of crops and are ready to plant some- thing outside of cotton and corn. We confidently believe that the standard of the seed trade in the south will be largely based on an increased de- mand in farm seeds. But we do not believe that there will be any increase in the garden seeds with the southern truckers. In fact we are inclined to the opinion that the demand for vege- table seed in the south, to be planted for crops to be shipped north, is on a decline and the decline will continue unless new conditions arise which will bring about a change in early truck- ing. The Chas. H. Lilly Co., Seattle, Wash. — March is always the biggest month of the year with us and this year is no exception. Trade has been very satisfactory in spite of some se- vere shortages and the business shows an increase over that of last year. The Amzi Godden Seed Co. J. H. White, a prominent real es- tate man, and one of Alabama's best- known business men, has purchased a controlling interest in the stock of the Amzi Godden Seed Co., and will, at an early date, become the executive head of the corporation. He has acquired the stock formerly held by Major Joseph Hardie, Dr. T. F. Cheek and others. Announcement to this effect was made April 6. Mr. White came to Birmingham a few years ago from Uniontown, Ala., and still holds large business interests in Uniontown and neighboring towns of the Black Belt. He holds considerable stock of the J. H. White Mercantile Co., a busi- ness that was founded by his father. Peas ^^ Beans Alfred J. Brown Seed Co., Growers for the Wholesale Trade. GRAND RAPIDS, MICH. He is a stockholder and vice-president of the Planters' and Merchants' bank, of Uniontown, and has other extensive interests. He is a director of the Wat- kins Banking Co., of Faunsdale, Ala., and of the Bank of Newbern, He will be elected president of the cor- poration at the first meeting of the stockholders and directors, and will assume active charge of the financial management of the institution. The present corporation, Amzi God- den Seed Co., is an outgrowth and con- tinuance of the business established at Marion, Ala., in 1857, by the late Amzi Godden, whose demise occurred in 1899. The practical operation and general managment of the business will remain in the hands of George B. McVay, who has been with the com- pany for 20 years. His business will be the buying and selling of the goods, and his title will be vice-president and general manager. He will develop and look after the wholesale business of the company. The secretary and treasurer will be John B. Dolsen, who has been with the company for more than two years. Mr. Dolsen is manager of the retail department of the business located at 2018 First avenue, and will continue in same capacity. Catalosfues Received. Welch Bros., Boston, Mass., whole- sale list florists' supplies; Wm. H. Moon Co., Morrisville, Pa., hardy trees and plants; S. J. Reuter & Son, Wes- terly, R.I., chrysanthemums, roses and carnations; Winterson's Seed Store, Chicago, seeds, bulbs, shrubs and perennials; Bobbink & Atkins, Ruth- erford, N. J., nursery stock; R. Vin- cent, Jr. & Sons Co., White Marsh, Md., wholesale list of vegetable, green- house and bedding plants; I. N. Kra- mer & Son, Cedar Rapids, la., seeds; Ellwanger & Barry, Rochester, N. T.. ornamental trees and shrubs and nov- elties; Bridgeman's Seed Warehouse, New York, seeds; Berrydale Experi- ment Gardens, Holland, Mich., Golden Drop Gooseberry; Wild Bros. Nursery Co., Sarcoxie, Mo., fruits, trees and flowers; Elm City Nursery Co., New Haven, Conn., nursery stock; Kramer Bros. Foundry Co., Dayton, O., lawn vases, window boxes, etc.; E. Gill Nur- sery Co., West Berkeley, Calif., roses, palms, shade and ornamental trees; Standard Pump & Engine Co., Cleve- land, O., pumping engines; W. W- Rawson & Co., Boston Mass., seeds; Bertrand H. Farr, Wyomissing, Pa., hardy plants; New England Nurseries, Bedford, Mass., New England trees and plants; Alonzo J. Bryan, Washing- ton, N. J., wholesale list of potgrown plants; J. Murray Bassett, Hammon- ton, N. J., dahlias, shrubs and hardy plants; Peter Henderson & Co., New York, implements; F. W. Kelsey Nur- sery Co.. New York, trees and hardy plants; Leesley Bros. Nurseries, Chi- cago, wholesale list nursery stock; Praser Nursery Co., Huntsville, Ala.,- surplus list nursery stock; Daniel A. Clarke, Fiskeville, R. I., hardy flowers; Palisades Nurseries, Sparkill, N. T., wholesale list of hardy perennials. Federico C. Varela, Tenerlfife, Ca- nary Islands, seeds; Stuart Low & Co., Bush Hill Park, Middlesex, England, wholesale list of carnation plants; Vil- morin-Andrieux & Co., Paris, France, chrysanthemums; ViUnorin-Andrieux & Co., Paris, France, dahlias and can- nas; Wilhelm Pfitzer, Suttgart. Ger- many, seeds and plants; J. Blaauw & Co., Boskoop. Holland, nursery stock; igio. The American Florist. 596 Mention the American Florist when writing High-class Seeds, Bulbs, Plants, Shrubs and Nursery Stock. it » 76 Barclay St., NEW YORK CITY COLD STORAGE LILY OF THE VALLEY PIPS $\2 50 per 1000 in cases of 2000 only. Finest German, not Dutch grown. Ready now. For Fall Delivery 1910 Oufown imports from' Japan. Per 1000 LiUum LOngulomm Mullitiorum. 7 9 iSO 00 Giganteum, 7-9 (.5 I Formosum, 79 65 00 F. O. B. New Vorlt. Mention the American Florist when writing The Everett B. Clark Seed Co. Growrera for the Trade Beans, Peas, Sweet Corn, Onion, Turnip, Radish, Beet, Etc. fnT^l^c^on^f'^^" MILFORD,CONN Mention the American Florist when writing MANN'S Lily of the Valley are the finest in existence, and their flowers bring the best prices on the London market. For quotation please apply to OTTO MANN, 'Leipzig, Saiony, Germany Mention the American Florist ni/ien writing BURPEE'S SEEDS PHILADELPHIA Wholesale Pric* Uit for Florliti and Market Gardenon. Mention the American Florist when writing JOHN BODOER & SONS CO Gardena, Calif. Wholesale Growers of Sweet Peas, Tomatoes, Lima Beans, Lettuce, Astera Cosmos and other Flower Seeds. Mention the American Florist when writing WILDPRET BROTHERS Largest Growers i^||f and Exporters of iBERMUD\ON10NSl HIGHEST GERMINATION u EARLY DELIVERY White and Red ^ \J|y ^ Cr ystal Wax and Bermuda. ^^ ' Golden Onion. Let Us Book YjWHPDrSer At Once So As To Obtain Full Delivery. Prices on Application. We Supply Seedsmen Only. Port Orotava, Teneriffe, Canary Islands. AAULIFLOWER s, U A B B A G E LILY or TH£ VALLEY PIPS nJALMAR HARTMANN 5 CO. Locangstraede 20, COPENHAGEN, OENMARK Mention the American Florist when writing S. D. WOODRUFF & SONS, SEED GROWERS Dealers in Garden, Field and Flower Seeds. Specialties: Beet. Carrot. Corn. Peas. Beam. Onion Sets and Seed Potatoes, Catalogue free. Contracts taken. 82-84 Dey Street. Orange, Conn. NEW YORK. Mention the American Florist when writing GET QUOTATIONS FROM LSNDRETH SEEDS which SUCCEED flrr'" Bristol, Pa. Mention the American Florist when writing Rape & Bergmann, Quedllnburg, Germany. Elite Seeds ot Flowers and Vegetables. SpecUltlei: Stock, Fansies, Cyclamen, etc.. Cactus Dahlias. Bulbs. General Catalogue rree Mention the American Florist when writing S. M. IsbeO & Co., Jackson, Mich. CONTRACT SEED GROWERS, Beaa, Cucumber, Tomato, rea, Mukmdoii. Squash, Watermelon, Radish, Sweet Com. Correspondence solicited. Mention the American Florist when writing Waldo Rohnert GILROY, CAL. Wholesale Seed Grower Specialties: Lettuce, Onion, Sweet Peas, A.ter. Cosmos, Mignonette, Verbena, in variety. Correspondence solicited. Mention the American Florist when writing -FOR- SEEDS OP AU. KINDS APPLY TO ff. W. JOHNSON i. SON, Llmlfid, Beaton. Endand. Mention the American Florist when writing Telegraph Code AoL Seed Trade Association — «a.oo — In eitter stiS or flexible oarer. Addresi order* AMBRieAM FLORIST CO., CHICAGO. 596 The American Florist, April 16, Market Gardeners Oreenhonse Vegetable Growers and Market Oardeoers* Association. C.W. Waid, New Carlisle. Pa.. President: Franjclin DeKleine, Grand Rapids, Mich.. Vice-President: S. W. Severance. 508 Illi- nois Life Building. Louisville, Ky., Secre- tary: M. L. Ruetenik. Cleveland. O., Treas. IX John Dunbar's notes in our last week's issue, page 54S, middle column, last line but one from bottom, for 139 feet, read 30 feet. Cucumbers and Tomatoes. ■We have frequently called the at- tention of growers to the necessity of balancing the fertilizer elements in their soils for the production of fruit instead of foliage. The conditions that produce excellent leaf lettuce are not so favorable for cucumbers and to- matoes, as here we want fruit. We have found in our beds we can en- tirely ignore phosphates for leaf let- tuce, hence we use nitrate of soda and sulphate of potash during the lettuce season, but as soon as the cucumbers and tomatoes are under way, we cor- rect things by adding heavily bone meal, rock phosphate or guano, as phosphptes are of great importance to flowers and fruit. Another factor is controlled mois- ture. We prefer to grow both cucum- bers and tomatoes rather dry until fruit has set, then water more liber- ally. The dry growing will build up a powerful root system which will stand a great deal of work later on. Cucum- ber growers should arrange in time for some bee hives, to have plenty of bees at hand to pollinate the blooms. Marketmak. Destruction of Eelworms in Soil. Eelworms or nematodes in garden and greenhouse soil constitute a seri- ous and troublesome pest for which it is extremely desirable to find some simple and practical remedy. Experi- ments on various methods of destroy- ing eelw;orms have been carried on for many years by G. E. Stone, of the Massachusetts Experiment Station, and a recent report of that station gives some of the practical re- sults of these experiments. As Dr. • Stone points out, the use of lime is often advocated for destroying the eelworms, but his experiments show that lime has little or no value for this purpose. In fact, it was found possible to keep eelworms alive for several days in a saturated solu- tion of limewater. "Undoubtedlv the application of lime to greenhouse soil irnproves it by modifying its acidity, but eelworms will thrive in soils which are not acid." The use of formalin has been rec- ommended, but the experiments at the Massachusetts station indicate that this is not -effective in killing the worms, and besides cannot be used on soils containing growing plants on ac- count of the injury likely to result to the plants. Of late years formalin has been recommended as a remedy for eelworms on violets. This is used by applying it to holes made in the FOR THE FIRST TIME I can offer for export my unsurpassed stocks of Dwarf Erfurt Cauliflower and Cabbage Danish Ballhead of mj' own growth for delivery after harvest, and I wish to call the attention of all seed merchants and market growers to these splendid varieties, with which I have reached the highest grade of quality. Prices and catalogue sent on application. L. D^HNFELDT, Odense, Denmark Most Impoitant Seed Grower in the Scandinavian Countries (5,000 acres.) Peter Rasmussen, Bensenville, writes when ordering some different sorts of cabbage: "The seeds bought last year were splendid. Send me this year the very same stocks." I DIITltV ElTZnOLFZioTl j Ringe, Denmark | (offer for delivery this autumn, 1910: J CAULIFLOWER, Danish Snowball, at $6.50 per lb. f \ CABBAGE, Danish Ballhead (Amager),at 0.50 per lb. \ STOCK SEED risk's Branching in all colors. Trade packet, 40c.. oz. $4.00. Pure White, tr. packet. 50c.. oz.S5.00. .\ 1 s o Beauty of Nice strains. H. E. FISKE SEED CO., Boston, Mass. soil where the plants are growing. The formalin being volatile, tlie gas penetrates the soil and is said to kill the worms. Our experiments with it would not seem to warrant the use of this method of treatment, as formalin is injurious to plants, and there is rea- son to believe that it would not affect in the least the eggs of eelworms, which are fairly well protected by a resistant covering. The methods used with more or less success at the Massachusetts station for destroying eelworms in greenhouse soils were as follows: Sterilization. — This is one of the cheapest and best methods of destroy- ing eelworms in greenhouse soil. It is necessary that the soil be heated to at least 180° F., and a higher tem- perature is better. This is accom- plished by driving steam through the soil by a system of perforated pipes. Freezing. — If the soil is frozen for any length of time the eelworms are destroyed, and some use has been made of this method by practical growers. As a rule, the soil is re- moved from the house and frozen in bulk outdoors. Desiccation. — Drying the soil is de- structive to eelworms. but it is diffi- cult to dry soils sufficiently in deep benches to make this method effec- tual. The application of unslaked lime, however, will materially aid in drying the soil, by virtue of the water- absorbing qualities of the lime. Trappin.s;. or the catch-crop meth- od. — It has been found in Germany that sowing very susceptible crops, like mustard or rape, on soil contami- nated with eelworms, and, after the females have become encysted in the roots, pulling up the plants and expos- ing them to the drying rays of the sun, is capable of reducing the worms to some extent in contaminated soils. We have found, however, that two or three catch crops are much better than one. MUSHROOMS HOAV TO GROW THEM BY WM. FALCONER. The Best American Boolt on the Subject. 1 70 Pages. 20 tUnstratioiis. Price $1.00. AMERICAN FLORIST CO. 324 Dearborn St., CHICAGO. VEGETABLE PLANTS Per 100 1000 Beet Plants $0 20 $1 25 Egg Plants 40 2 00 Pepper Plants, Bull Nose. Sweet Mountain and Ruby King 40 2 00 Tomatoes, small planls. Earliana. Early Jewel Dwart Stone and Cham- pion. Ponderosa and Matchless. ... 30 2 00 Tomatoes, small plants Stone. Par- axon and Favorite and Success 20 I 00 — Cash with order. R. VINCEKT, Jr. & SONS CO., wniteMarsh. Contracts to grow all kinds of Vegetable Plaats. transplantod or not. Also Gera- Diums. Colous. Cannas, Salvias. Verbenas, Pansies, etc.. for spring delivery. Al stock only. Correspondence solicited. AlOnZO J. Bryan, washmlton. *Ncw jersey. •^_ WatCH lor our Trade Mark stamped on every brick of Lambert's Pure Culture Mushroom Spawn Substitution of cheaper grades if thus easily exposed. Fresh sample brick, with illustrated book, mailed postpaid by manufacturers upon re- ceipt of 40 cents in postage. Address Trade Mirk, American Spawn Co., St.Panl.Minn The Massachusetts experiments in- dicate that in some instances simply flooding: the soil may prove a success- ful means of destroying the eelworms, and that manure infested with eel- worms may be safely used on garden and greenhouse crops if left for a suf- ficient length of time in water. igio. The American Florist. 597 I Qi I Both Plants and Bulba Miile.' we %;npt qlalm t|iat \vif li^0n^wi^ ' =^^"^^> M^ *" 4^ ^^soljitely free from diseaS^;.or tliat^very bjuftx > -^ /ayof^s^i^ H' (D^ general rthe. tej -4r" ^.JR VAN ZANTEN BROTHERS Royal;; Netherland Bulb Nurseries and Export Trade. HILLEGOM, HOLLAND, Wholesale growers of the leading sortsof Hyacinths, Tulips, Narcissus, Crocus, Splreas, Gladiolus, Peonies, etc., etc. Write our traveler. MR. G. HYLREMA, care of Messrs. Maltus a Ware, 14 Stone St., New York for Catalogue and Special prices of all HOLLAND BULBS AND PLANTS Mention the American Florist when writing Prices of laaoor Fruits and Vegetables. New York, April 9. — Mushrooms, 40 cents to 55 cents per pound; cucum- bers, 90 cents to $1.50 per dozen: let- tuce, 75 cents to 95 cents per dozen heads; tomatoes, 3 cents to 35 cents per pound-; radishes, 3 cents per hunch; mint, 90 cents per dozen hunches; grapes, Gros Colman, 85 cents per pound. Chicago, April 13. — Mushrooms, 25 cents to 40 cents per pound; cucum- bers, $1.25 to $1.50 per dozen; leaf lettuce, 30 cents per box; head lettuce, Florida, $3.50 per hamper, Louisiana, $5 and $7 per barrel; tomatoes, 20 cents per pound; radishes, 50 cents per dozen; grapes, Gros Colman, 75 cents per pound; rhubarb, 60 cents. Not How Cheap But How Good Seedsmen S ■^° "°* ^^ misled by cheap offers. ^^ Always buy the Best ^^Bermuda Onion Seeds^^ You can obtain the "Improved Stock" from the grower, FEDERICO C. VARELA. Teneriffe, Canary Islands. p. S.— Please mail me your Contract Order at once. HUTCHINSON, Kaxs. — Miss Bessie .Schurr, who has been in the employ of a Wichita wholesaler, has returned and will be associated with her father, Geo. M. Schurr, in the flower business. New Orleans, La. — F. B. Faessel is tearing down his greenhouse and will discontinue the retail business, remov- ing to Ocean Grove, over Lake Pon- chartrain, where he will grow aspara- gus for the wholesale trade. -ONE-HALF CAR OF- Calla Bulbs Ready end of July. Write for prices. Berrydale Experiment Gardens, Holland, Mich. Mention the American Florist when viriting 698 The American Florist. April i6, The Nursery Trade ioan AasoolalloB of Narscrymen. F.H. StaoDard, Ottawa, Kans.. President^ W. F.Stark. Louisiana. Mo.. VicePresideot: John Hall. Rochester. N. Y., Sec'y. ThfrtT-fifth annual convention to be held ■t Denver. Colo.. June 810. 1910. ONE nurseryman said, "As my stock was starting to bloom. I tliought it best to dig, but found the ground frozen." This simply indicates the shortness of the nurseryman's season this year. JACS. Smits, of Naarden, Holland, will be in the United States through April. May and June, during which time his address will be, Care of Mal- tus & Ware, 14 Stone street New York. RocKFORD. III. — This city spent about $65,000 last year in acquiring land for park purposes and will spend as much more in improvements this year. One large park of about 120 acres on the outskirts of the city has been acquired and two playground parks, one of about five acres, the other of about 25, will be fitted up for use in the heart of the city, be- sides a number of small spaces which formerly were under control of the city council. Notes from Rochester, N. Y, The Japanese witch hazel never looked so beautiful or flowered so freely as it has here this season. Four large specimens have all their branches completely covered with flowers and the long, lemon-yellow petals, give a massed effect that is quite noticeable at the distance of one-half mile. Of course, the weather has been remark- ably propitious for it. The flowers will stand considerable freezing at night without injury. But when it comes in bloom some seasons, and the temperature drops very low. the blos- soms are apt to be a little dulled or blasted. It is perfectly hardy and the tips of the shoots are never injured by the coldest winter we have. It is surprising that American nur- serymen do not handle this beautiful hardy shrub. We have either to import it from Europe, or procure it from Japan by special order to dealers in Japanese plants. The plants usually sold are grafted, but seedlings can be pro- cured, as we imported 100 seedlings from Japan a year since, through a New York firm, and looking at them the other day in the nursery row, we noticed a considerable variation in the flowers of some of the individuals that showed a few scattering blossoms. They produce quite a number of blos- soms when only 2V2 to three feet high. It is an important shrub for planting in city grounds, as it stands smoke well. In a Japanese catalogue just received, I see the seed quoted at $3.50 per pound, and if it is like the Amer- ican species it will probably not ger- minate until the second year after sowing, but it is worth waiting for. The so-called Constantinople hazel (Corylus colurna) has been in full bloom since March 22, and the long pendulous graceful, brownish yellow catkins, thickly scattered over the branches of large trees, look quite pretty. E. H. Wilson, the distinguished Special Clearance Sale oi California Privet One Year Old, Two to Four Branches Fine plants'for retail trade and cheap enough for h'ning out. Cash with order or satisfactory reference. 6 to 12 inch, at $3.00 per 1000 12 to J 8 inch, at 6.00 per 1000 These must be sold to make room for our heavy plantings; hence the low price. Will pay you to get a few thousand for growing on another year. Will make fine two-year plants. THE LANCASTER COUNTY NURSERIES David S. Herr, Prop. R. F. D. No. 7, LANCASTER, PA. ■«•• Bobbink & Atkins RUTHERFORD, N. J. World's Choicest Nursery Stock L^^U^arnS'ffisirbl Vines, Trained, Dwarf and Standard Fruit Trees, Grape Vines, and other Small Fruits, Herbaceous Plants and a general variety of Spring Bulbs. Rnvn/nnil R^v Traoc ^nd all other decorative plants, such as Dra- DUAnUUlI—DdJ II CCS cenas, Aucubas, Palms, Etc. Inspection of our Nursery invited, and convince yourself that we have the Stock. Only 9 miles from New York City. !•■• STOCK FOR FLORISTS ROSES for rorcing— Hybrid Perpstuals and Ramblers, all the beat ones: fine. atroDE atnfi. Clematis. Ampeloptis, Tree Hydrangea! and Lilacs, Shmbs, Vines and Perennials. Write for prices. PALMS— Kentlas in 2H inch pots. $8.00 per 100; $75 00 per 1000. JACKSOV £c PERKINS CO., Newark (near Rochester), New York Nurserymen and Florists. Wbolesale only. Use printed statiooery. Phoenix Nursery Company Nur«erymen and Flori»ta BLOOMUiGTON, ILLINOIS Send list of wants for prices. Wholesale catalog for spring issued Feb. tst. botanist, who has had such remark- able success in exploring central China for new plants, and who is just now starting on a second expedition to China in the interests of the Arnold Arboretum, was quite impressed when looking at our trees the other day, to see them doing so well so far north. He had seen it in China, and I was not aware, previous to that, that it extended much beyond the limits of Asia Minor. Jscs Smits & COiy '^houL^' Azaleas, (hardy), Berried Plants, Bleeding Hearts, Blue Spruces, Box wood, Clematis, Climb, log Plants, Conifers, Evergreens, Funkiaa in sorts. Hydrangea P. G., Japan Maples, Peonies, Pot-grown Plants, (Lilacs a specialty), Rhodo- denrons, Roses, Spireas, Valleys. Price List Free on Demand. JOHN T. WITHERS, Inc. Landacape Architect and Forcrter I Montgomery St. , JERSEY CITT, N. J. Tree BenoTaUon by Expert Operators. Stere- opticon lectures on Horticulture and Arboriculture. ThQ European and American hazels are now in full flower, and the beaked hazel is now coming in bloom. The European, Japanese, and American al- jgio. The American Florist. 599 Extremes Meet MINIMUM COST — MAXIMUM QUALITY This is demonstrated fully in our 1910 catalogue of PERENNIALS and other HARDY PLANTS which we grow exclusively by the acre. Free For The Asking. Palisades Nurseries, Inc., SPAR KILL, N Y. Mention, ih,e American Florist when writing C- LARGE TREES OAKS and MAPLES Pinea and Hemlock* ANDORRA NURSERIES. Wm. Warner Harper. Prop. CbMtnat Hill, PHILA., PA. T H K Storrs & Harrison Co. PAINESVILLE NURSERIES. CATALOGUES AND PRICE LISTS FREE ON APPLICATION PAINESVILLE, OHIO. Arbor Vitse (Ttanya Ocddoitali*.) A spleodid stock o< 3 to 4 ft. and 4 to 5 ft. treee. Write for descriptiona and price*. The Wm. H. Moon Co^ morsisvulk. PA. DAHLIAS Jack Rose and other best Cnt Flower varieties. Write for list and prices. PEACOCK DAHLIA FARMS Wllllamstown Junctioii, N. J. Eugene Pitou, Jr. CIVIL BNGINEEK and Landscape Arctiltect. Phone Barclay fl084— 220 Broadway .New York Debits. Istimates, Construction ot Grounds. ders (Alnus incana, and A. serrulata) are all in full flower. Daphne Mezer- eum, with its delicately fragrant, lilac purple flowers is now coming in bloom, and what a choice garden shrub this is. This is another subject that nur- seryment might push before the pub- lic. Cromwell, conn. — A. N. Pierson sailed for Europe April 4 for a vaca- tion of two months. LOGANSPORT, IND. — The greenhouses of .Sam Peterson were destroyed by Are March 30. A neglected bonfire was the cause. Natiok. Mass. — Alexander Mont- gomery, Jr., will leave here soon to take charge of a new greenhouse plant in Hadley. Cincinnati, O. — Arbor day will be celebrated here by the planting of 50,000 trees which were donated to the school children by a local firm. Roses ! Roses I We offer for immediate delivery the following Roses on own roots, dormant, field-grown plants, first-class in every way; 1000 Helen Gould, Balduin, 12 cents. 300 Pink Baby Ramblers, 12 cents. 500 Newport Fairy, - - 12 cents. 1000 Dorothy Perkins. - 12 cents. 2000 Tausendschon. - - 20 cents. Also a limited number of dormant, field-grown plants, own roots of the foliowins Roses at 12 cents each; Sweetheart, Trier. Lady Gay, La Flamma, Taunus Blumchen. Debutante, Hiawatha. Clematis Paniculata, field-grown, 1 yr. 6 cents. Clematis Paniculata, field-grown, 2 yr. 8 cents. Hydrangea Paniculata Grandiflora, 18 to 24 in. 6 cents. Hydrangea Paniculata Grandiflora, 2 to 3 ft 9 cents. Viburnum Plicatum, 2to 3 ft 12 cents. Chinese Sacred Lilies, $3.00 per 100; .$25.00 per 1000. filliflp Ta DnCA fulfil pp As a work of reference, this book is almost UUIUC lU l\UaO WUIIUIC indispensable and was produced at a cost of $10,000. FREE to all who ask for it. Write to-day. The DIN6EE & GONARD CO., West Grove, Pa. Hardy Field-Grown Roses We ofier a fine stock of the following Roses, viz.: HYBRID PERPETUALS Per do. Per 100 Ulrich Brunner, Paul Neyron, Gen. Jacqueminot, Magna Charta, Mrs. John Laing, Baroness Rothschild, and other assorted varieties in less quantities, like Mme. Gabrielle Luizet, Marshall P. Wilder, Anna de Diesbach, Baron de Bonstettin, Prince Camille de Rohan, Alfred Colomb, Gen. Washington, Princess Beam, Rugosa Rubra, Rugosa Alba, Blanche Moreau (White Moss), Chapeau de Napoleon (Pink Moss), Persian Yellow, etc |2.(X) $13.50 Fran Karl Druschki, Capt. Havward, Hugh Dickson, and Mrs. R. G. Sharman-Crawford .....' 2.25 16.00 HYBRID TEAS White Killarney 3.60 25.00 Killarney (pink), Gruss an Teplitz, La France, Maman Cochet, White Maman Cochet, Lady Mary Fitzwilliam, Hermosa, Etoile de France, Mme. Abel Chatenav, Mme. Jules Grolez, etc. 2. .50 18.00 CLIMBING Tausendschon and Lady Gay 3.00 20.00 Dorothy Perkins and Crimson Rambler 2.26 15.00 F. R. PIERSON CO., Tarrytown=on=Hndson, N. Y. Pink Climbing Rosc- Dorothy Perkins Without doubt the most valuable of all the new Climbinsr Roses of comparatively recent introiiuc- tion. The beauty of the double pink flowers is admirably set off' by the rich green foliage, which is free from the attacks of insects. In addition to this charming kind, we have all the popular varieties in climbing and bush Roses. Our General Cataiugue, which will be mailed on request, coutains descriptions of all the best Roses — also Fruit and Ornamental Trees, Shrubs and Hardy Plants. ELLIVANGER & BARRY. Mount Hope Nurseries. Rochester. N. Y. Send Advts. Early for Best Service. 600 The American Florist, April i6, ^^^^^^^^K^^^^^t^^^^^t^^^Sj-'- ■ ff^m^^^^i '^"^ .-'SWfct ■ ■ K^^^ ^^^"^^^y^^^ Biy^'iM^B Bo^^^ M^l <** y*>;^ .^^^3 > • S: Dreer's Hardy Delphininms Belladonna. The freest flowering of all the Delphiniums and the most valuable for cuttiDg. its beautiful turquoise-blue flowers appeal to all who sec it. Plant tbese early and you will have a coDiinuous display ol bloom froni June until frcLziog weather. We otfer an exception- ally fine lot of extra heavy one vearold plants. $2.t0 per dozen: $15.0U per ICO: .^i25.C0 per UOO. Dreer*s Gold Medal Hybiids. Untiuestionably ihe finest Jtrain of mixtd hybrids tver brought tofjelher, beinj; setdlicfis of one of the best named collections and contaiciog some wonder lul varieties. Strong one-year old plants, :rl. 25 per dozen; $8X0 per 100; 375.L0 per 1000. Formosum. A splend'd strain of this popular favorite dark blue variety, 85 cent* per dozen; .%.tO per 100; $50.00 per KO. Chinese Blue and White. 35.(0 per 100. ifc »_ .^ 75 cents per dozen; CHOICE NAMID HYBRID VAfilLTlIS. Alfred Henderson. Bold, massive soikes of semi-doutle rosylav(nder fiowers. 2 inches acrofs. white eye. 20 cents each; 'r:2 00 per dozen: $15.0) per lOCO- Beatrice Kelway. Deep, rich blue with a con- spicuous yellow eye, tiowers 2 inches across and perfectly arrangfd. 20 cents each; $2,03 per dozen; $15 CO per 100. Ceiberus. Sapphire with black brown centre, a handsome spike. .^5 cents each; $3 50 per doz. Chinese Cineraria. (Spurless Hardy Laikfcpur.) The lar^e flowers without a spuri strikingly resembles a fine lich sky-blue Circraria. 20 cents each; :^2.00 per dozen: $15.00 per 103. Dvkcof ConnfiUpt. Rich. Oxford blue with dis- tinct bold while eye; fine iart^e flowers. 25 cents each; }2 50 per dozen; KQxO ptr 100. J. C. Jenkins. \'ery large, semi-double bright mauve edged wilh royal blur and white eye. 25 cents each; S2.5U p.-r dozen: $20,0« Bench Plants too io:o American Beauty $7 00 $65 Richmond 4 00 35 00 GEORGE REINBERG 5 1 Wabash Avenue, CHICAGO. Visitors: Messrs. Jones and Rigby, both of Pennock, Meehan Co.; I. Ros- nosky. of Michel's; Sidney Bayers- dorfer, all from Philadelphia. G. S. Mexico City, Mex.' — The annual "battle of flowers" will take place here May 8. SHENANDOAH, PA. — Walter G. Payne has built a new greenhouse contain- ing about 2,000 square feet of glass as an addition to his plant at Girardville. Ipomaea Multiflora, best white Moonvine, for which we have a world wide reputation, now ready, 2 1-2-inch pots $5.00 per 100. fiODFREY ASCBJIANN, 1012 West Ontario St. PHILADELPHIA, PA. IQIO. The American Florist. 601 Vaughan's Special Offer BOSTON FERNS CROTONS We ofier a choice collection of fancy sorts, well colored. Each Doz. 3-in. pots $0 20 $2 00 4-in. pots 35 3 50 5-in.pots 50 6 00 6-iD.pots 100 10 00 Each Doz. 100 Azalea Mollis, 15 to 20 buds.SO 50 $5 00 $40 00 40to50buds. 1 00 10 00 Doz. 100 Bnsh Box Trees, 15 18 in. high. .$4 00 2i)-24-in.hiKh.. 8 00 Ampelopsis Veltchii, 2 yr 1 75 $12 00 .Vyr 2 00 15 00 Crimson Ramblers, 2 years old. 2 to 3 feet, well branched, own roots. ^.00 per doz.: $15.00 per 100 2yearsold,2 to 3 feet, well branched budded . 2.00 per doz,; 15.00 per 100 Syearsold. 3 to 5 feet, well branched budded.. 3.00 per doz.; 18.00 per 100 4-inch pots 10.00 per 100 TaUSendSChOn. Perdoz PerlOO I Per doz. Per KO 2-yr. old. dormant grafted plants $3.50 $25.00 I I.adyGay,2yr.old.dormant stock. $3.00 $20.00 Crimson Baby Samblers, 3-years budded .f2 50 per doz; $16.00 per lOD Each Doz. 100 6-in, pots $ 75 $8 00 $60 00 7 in. pots 1 00 10 00 75 00 8-in. pots 1 25 14 00 100 00 Asp, Spreii^eri, 2H-in' . .. . PerlOO . .$ 3 03 .. 500 ..10 00 Each ,,,.$ 55 ,,.. 1 50 1000 %Vi 00 3 -in 4 in 45 00 Aucnba, Japonica varieeated. 18 in. high 24to30-in high Doz. $5 00 15 00 ADCnba, Japonica type. 18-in. hieh .... 1 00 10 00 Deutzia Each Doz. 100 Lemoinei. 7in 10 25 $ 2 50 $20 00 Clematis Paniculata, 2-yr. 1 SO in no 90 CO " " 3Tr. 2 00 15 00 4 yr. 3 60 25 00 Aralia Elegantissima. fine stock. Each 5-inch $100 6-inch 1 50 ROSES Perdoz. PerlOO American Beaaty budded. $2 00 $15 00 Gen, Jack 175 14 00 Mrs. John Lalng " 175 14 00 Paul Neyron " 2 00 15 00 John Hopper ' 175 14 CO FisherHolmes 175 14 00 Gen Washington 2 00 15 00 Gross an Teplitz " 2 00 15 00 Ma^a Ctaarta l 75 14 00 Doz. Achillea Eopatorium $l oii Anchnsa AngustUolia 75 AquUegla Ctirysantha in yar 85 Arabia Alplna 85 Fl.Pl 85 Alter Preziosa 120 Cardifolius 1 00 Laevis Pulcherrimus . ..150 Novae Belgiae Glory dc Nancy t 00 Rypcroft Pink I 51 St Eewin 2 00 White Dwarf Queen 1 00 Baptisia Australia 85 Bocconla Cordata 85 Boltonia Asteroldes 75 Campanula Medium Calycanthema 1 00 ■ Single Mixed. 1 00 " ■ Double Mix. d 1 00 •' Single White. 1 rn Chelone Lyonii 1 25 Coreopsis Lanceolata 75 Rosea 85 Daisy Sliasta, California 85 " Westralla 85 Delphinium Chinense 75 Album 75 ** Kelwav's Hybrids 85 DianthUS .^bbotsford. 125 '* Plumarius Cyclops 85 " Latifolius Coccineus pi. . 1 00 *' Plumarius double 85 Hardy Perennial Plants IfO $7 00 5 00 600 6 00 600 800 7 00 10 00 7 00 600 600 500 7 00 7 00 7 00 7 00 8 00 500 600 6 00 6 00 500 5 00 6 CO 600 7 00 b 00 Doz. 100 Dianthus Perfection $1 25 •' Her Majesty 85 $6 00 " Semperflorens 85 6 00 Digitalis Gloxiniaeflora. mixed.... 1 00 7 00 '* Maculata Iveryana. spotted 1 00 7 CO Echinacea Purparea 85 6 OO Erianthos Ravennae 85 600 Eupatorium Prazeri 85 6 CO Festuca Glanca 85 6 00 Funlda LanctfoIIa 75 5 00 Gypsophila Paniculata ti. pi., doublewhite 1 OO S 03 Helenlnm \utumnale supeibum. 85 6 00 Rubrum 100 800 HelianthUS Multiflorus Max 85 6 00 *' Soarsifolius 8$ 6 00 Heliopsis Mtcherianus 65 4 00 Hemerocallis Dumortieri 85 6 00 " Flava 85 6 03 " Kwansofl. pi 85 6 00 Hibiscus Crimson Eve 60 4(0 " Moscheutos 60 4 00 Inula EnsUolia 85 6 00 Iris Pallida Dalmatica 1 50 10 CO " Mixed German 60 4 00 Lathyrus Laiifolius Albus 1 00 7 00 '• Rubra, red. ., 1 CO 7 01 Pink Beauty 100 7 00 Lavender i oo 7 no Llnum Prrenne 85 6 00 Lobelia Cardlnalis 1 00 7 00 Doz. 100 Lychnis Vlscaria % 85 .*6 CO Lyslmactua Baiystachis 1 ou 8 00 Mint 60 400 Monarda Didyma 1 00 7 00 Myosotis PaluslrisSemperftorens.. 60 4 00 Phalaris Arundinacea var 75 5 00 Phlox, mixed, 3 and 4 year clumps. 1 00 6 00 Physostegia Virginica 85 6 00 Platycodon Grandiflora, 85 6 00 " Mariesi 85 6 00 " Alba 1 00 7 00 Primula Veris (irandiflora 100 700 Pyrethmm UliBinosum 75 5 00 Rudbeclda Golden Glow 85 6 00 Golden Ray 85 6 00 " Newmani 100 7 00 Nitida 100 7 00 SidalceaRosy Gem 1 00 7 00 Statlce Latifolia 1 00 7 CO SolldagO Viriaurea Nana 1 00 7 00 Sweet William, Single mixed 85 6 00 " Double mixed 85 6 00 " " Red. double 100 7 00 " White 100 700 Tarragon True German 85 6 00 Thallctmm Flavum 100 7 00 Tradescantia Virginica 85 6 00 Tritoma Hfitzeri 1 00 7 00 Tunica Saxifraga 1 00 7 00 Vinca Minor 75 5 00 Tucca Filamentosa. 3 in, pots 75 5 00 SPRING "BOOK FOR FLORISTS!" ASK FOR IT. VSUGHAN'S SEED STORE, NEW YORK. All Plants f. o. b. Western Springs, 111. CHICAGO. Baltimore. TRADE ONLY FAIR. Business last week was by no means up to the hopes of the trade. There were some weddings, a good many minor social affairs, the never lapsing funeral demand and the requirements of condolence, sympathy and hope which the hospitals always present, but there is not really much activi' movement. There is too much sus- picion of treachery in the weather for much outdoor gardening, and the nurserymen have had so short and un- propitious a planting season that they are not jubilant. The markets are floral bowers: never were there more abundant or more varied supplies than are to be seen on the stalls of the dealers, and from appearances the quantity disposed of is about normal at this date, NOTES, In the Lexington market ensemble are this spring missed the familiar forms and faces of Joseph H, Brownel and John Donn. The former has given up his greenhouse business and de- votes himself to other lines of horti- cultural activity; the latter is reported to be quite sick. Both of these men belong to the older generation and are known to thousands oL tli..- iretiuentf rs of the market; both of them when called upon for advice and suggestions as to planting, treatment in health and diseases of plants of every sort are al- ways accommodating and painstaking in giving counsel to the anxious in- quirers whose interest in plant culti- vation ebbs and flows with the season. The question of street selling of flowers has been much agitated for the past week, and there have been var- ious arrests, releases, fresh arrests, etc. It seems that there has been no authoritative settlement of the matter, but the vendors are now required to take a license from the city, to obtain consent from the occupants of the property in front of which they station themselves, and they are not to erect stands or place heavy boxes in the street. They may use baskets or trays, but no permanent structures which will interfere with free use of the thoroughfares. In other words, so long as they conduct themselves peace- ably and orderly there is no violation of law, and the nagging by the police is superfluous and unwarranted. There was talk of making a test case, but there seems no ground or necessity even for this, and nothing really to test. Cannas King Humbert. Alphonse Bouyier. Chas. Henderson, Mile. Herat. Ex. Crampbell, Florence Vaughan, Mad.Crozy, Sony, de AntoineCrozr, Write for special prices, stating quantity wanted. FRESH TOBACCO STEMS. Bale of 300 lbs,, $1.73; ton $9,00. W. C. BEGKERT, Seedsman, 103 Federal St., N.S., PITTSBURG, PA. Mention the American Florist when writinc. John Cook and Mrs, Cook reached home several days ago from their win- ter's stay in semi-tropical climes. Both are improved in health, have gained handsomely in avoirdupois and are glad to be home again. Mr. Cook has lost his ancient foes, the rheumatic twinges, which made life at times a torture, and has seen many interesting things and places. All their friends are glad to welcome their return. S. B. 602 The American Florist, April i6. Geraniums ROOTED CUTTINGS Ricard and S. A. Nutt, ready April 20th. at :«10.00 per 1000. SPRENGERI Extra fine, ready for 4-inch pots, first size. $5.00 per 100; second, $3 50 per U)0, Samples for 10c. PLUNOSUS Good stock from rose pots at $25.00 per 1000. Sample for 10c. ALBERT M. HERR, Lancaster, Pa. Vinca Variegata... R. C. 90c: $8.00 per 1000. Extra fine. AbntUons, 3 kinds, 2-inch. 2Hc. Geraniums, Double Grant. 2'in . 2c. Ageratutn, 3kinds,S1.50 per 100. Swainsotiiaalba. 2 in. 2c: Heliotrope, Yellow Daisies, 2 in. 2c. Feverfew, doubk- white, small plants. 75c; ,%.00 per 1000. Rooted Cuttings, prepaid per 100. Heliotrope, $1.00; Fuchsia, 8 kinds, $1.00; Paris Daisy, yellow, white. $1.00; Cuphea, 75c. Vinca Variegata, 90c ; Colens, 10 kinds 60c; Altemanthera,3 kinds.SOc; Aderatum. 3 kinds 60c; Swainsona alba, $1.00; Dbl. Petunias, 10 kinds. $1.00. Cash with order. BYER BROS., Ghambersburg, Pa. St. Louis. MUCH STOCK AND LOW PRICES. Tile weather the past week has been clear and spring-like. Stock has been coining in heavily. Outdoor lilac has been coming from the country. Car- nations are plentiful, but they don't keep. Signs are about the downtown district, "Carnations 15 cents per dozen." Easter prices were exorbi- tant and now the stock is slaughtered. Roses are plentiful; everything, in fact, is away over demand. The plant men are busy and expect to begin plant- ing earlier than usual. NOTES. The death of Mrs. Vesey, of Fort Wayne, Ind., is much to be regretted. Mrs. Vesey had many friends here and was the guest of Miss Tillie Meinhardt whenever she visited this city. She was well known, always identified with our exhibitions, always pleasant and ready to give information to all in- quirers. Miss Tillie Meinhardt left Saturday for Fort Wayne to be present at the funeral and many floral tributes were sent from this city. The Florists' Retail Association held its meeting last Monday evening. The weather was inclement and hurt the attendance. The association is doing good work. The members are unani- mous in condemning wholesalers who engage in retail work. They should go after the crepe-pullers, especially those who, in order to get orders, give the names of representative florists and claim they are working for them. The preliminary premium list for the fall exhibition of the Horticultural So- ciety is out and copies may be had on application to Otto G. Koenig, secre- tary, 6473 Florissant avenue. The show will be held at the Coliseum, Novem- ber 8-12. The Florists' Club will hold its meet- ing next Thursday. The club bulletin will make its debut and growers will be invited to make known their needs. This is purely local. The Riessen Floral Co. is very busy with floral work, one of last week's orders being a bunch of 100 long- stemmed American Beauty roses for a theater party. The tulip beds at the city hall and in the public parks are now in their glory. The park department deserves great credit for its work and designs. Florists' 'IVIums 'G' ART V From Pots. Rooted Cuttings. JUAniii i(x) io(Kj loo 1000 Cremo— Pacific Sport yellow $3 00 $2 60 Gloria (New)— Enchantress Pink 4 00 .$30 00 3 00 $25 00 Golden Glow— Earliest yellow 3 00 26 00 2 00 16 00 Indiana (New)— A white Appleton 6 00 4 00 Ivory-Dwarf white 3 00 25 00 2 60 20 00 Monrovia— Bright yellow 3 00 26 (K) 2 50 20 00 October Frost— Best early white 3 00 25 00 2 50 20 00 Pacific Supreme— Improved Pacific 3 00 25 00 2 60 20 00 Roserle-Dark pink 3 00 26 00 2 50 20 (K) MIDSEASON Col. D. Appleton— Incurved yellow 3 00 25 00 2 00 16 00 Crocus— Lipht vellow 3 OO 26 00 2 00 15 00 Doily Dimple (New)-Fine vellow 6 00 4 00 Mrs. W. E. Kelley— Late midseason yellow 6 00 60 00 5 00 40 00 Major Bonnaffon— Incurved yellow 3 00 25 00 2 00 15 00 Pres. Roosevelt— Incurved light pink „ 4 00 35 00 3 00 26 00 Viviand Morel— Dark pink 3 00 2 50 LATE Golden Eagle— Incurved bright yellow 4 00 30 00 3 oO 25 00 Mile. Jeanne Nonin— Incurved white 3 00 26 00 2 (X» 15 00 Also a fine line in Exhibition, PoRipons and Singles. ELMER D. SMITH ^ CO., Adrian, Mich. American Beauty BENCH PLANTS Fine plants for out-door planting or replanting in the benches, cut back to about 18-inches; per 100, $5.00. V' AlCpDTM 2inch pots, propagated last fall. t\J4.I.Jl^tMtl j^Q^ j.g^jy ^^ pjjij^j j^ jjj^ benches, ' $4.00 per 100, or $35.00 per 1000. Bassett & Washburn, Office and Store, 76 Wabash Ave., CHICAGO Greenhouses, Hinsdale, III. FUCHSIAS There are Boic better than Little Beauty. Lord Byron, Renin aod White Beauty. iStrooe ZVi iocli I>lant6 ready.$4 -00 per luO New Heliotrope. Mies Bemice a sport of Mme. Bruaot and a great im- proTcmcBtoBthe lattar 2H'inch $8.00 per 100. KataloK for the Askini, SKIDELSXY & IRWIN (0.. 1216 Bets BIdi.. FHILADELPHIA, PA. There will be quite an Increase in greenhouse building this summer in Kirkwood, many of the growers plan- ning to enlarge their plants. A. A. Buesch is now the Grand Ave- nue Florists' manager. W. F. Richmond, Ind. The E. G. Hill Co. is busy with or- ders day and night, including Sundays, and has at work all the men and women that can be crowded into the packing sheds. This firm shipped three carloads of young roses last week. Fred H. Lemon & Co.'s business has attained such proportions that they are compelled to vacate the present quarters in the Westcott hotel for much more attractive and commodious premises across the street. Woodland, Calif. — A floral festival will be held here April 23 and a large attendance is expected. A New Fern NEPHROLEPIS GIATRASII Awarded a Certificate of Merit by the Horticultural Society of New Yorlt. Prices: in 214-inch pots, $3.50 per dozen; $26.00 per 100; $200.00 per 1000. 25 plants at 100 rates; 600 plants at 1000 rates. Orders delivered in rotation as received. NOW Ready for delivery, GEORGE GIATRAS, 463 Summit Ave., West HoboIten.N. J, SPECIALTIES. Roset, from Sin pots. Ckryiuithemnms Carnations for fall delivery. Stnllax. Violet* IN BEST VARIETIES. Prices low. Send for list. Wood Brothers. 5^i°fS£: Flower Colors Use our COLOR CHART in describinctbem. PRICE. $1.00 POSTPAID. American Florist Co., 324 DMrbom St.. CBICAOO, IlL. rgio. The American Florist. 603 Pelargonium NOVELTIES. From 21 2-in- pots, each, 25c; doz., $2.60. 1 each of 6 vars., $1.35; 3 each, $3.65. Emanuel Lias— Mottled rose and white. King Haakon— Purple, dark blotch on lower petals. King of Spain- Reddish purple, light center. LadaS — Blush pink, upper petals blotched maroon. Lady Cliurchill— Blush salmon. Prince Olaf— Orange scarlet. STANDARD SORTS. Extra strong2i/2-in.pots (ready for 3-in,). $1.50 $10.00 " .3 " " " " 4 " . 2.00 12.00 Countess — Clear salmon, white center. Dorothy — Rosy salmon, blotched dark maroon. Goldmine — Bright orange, one of the freest. Mme. Thlbaut — White, blotched maroon and rose. Mme. Vibert- Fier3'red, blotched maroon, edged pink. Mrs. R. Sandlford — Pure white, double. Marie Mallet — White, blotched maroon. Princess May— Salmon rose, maroon blotches. Sandiford'S Best — Beautiful pink, white margin. Sandiford's Wonder- Blotched white and red. Surprise — Fiery red, black blotches, white margin. Tommy Dodd — Lower petals blush, upper maroon and crimson. Mrs. Layal— The "Pansy Geranium." NEW YOiRK. All plants f.o.b. Western Springs "Spring Book for Florists." Ask for it. CHICAGO- Chrysanthemum Cutti Now booking orders for early dellv WHITE Per 100 Oct, Frost $2 00 Kalb 2 CO V. Poehlmann 2 5J ngs ery. 1000 .fl5 OD 15 00 20 10 15 00 15 (0 15 00 15 00 20 00 20 0^) 15 00 15 00 15 OJ 15 00 15 011 15 00 15 00 20 00 25 00 15 00 15 00 ediate iroo .i:25 00 20 CO CO., Touset 2 0) \. Byron 2 00 Waoamaker 2 00 White Cloud 2 00 T. Eaton 2 51 Chadwick 2 50 Nonin 2 00 PINK Balfour 2 00 Enguehard 2 00 YELLOW Golden Glow 2 00 Monrovia 2 00 .Apoleton 2 00 Y.Eaton 2 50 Golden Chadwick 3 00 Hallldav 2 00 Bonnaff on 2 00 Rooted Carnation Cuttings Itll"^. Per 100 White Enchantress b3 00 " Rose Pink Enchantress 2 50 J. D. THOMPSON CARNATION JOLIET, ILL. Baltimore Notes. Ths weather has become quite seasonable, so far as temperatures are concerned, the days being clear and the air crisp and bracing, with cool nights coming very near the frost line, which means devastation to truckers, fruit growers and gardeners generally. The extreme dryness continues and there have been only the slightest showers, so that the upper stratum of the soil Is already parched. Naturally, this long lane of drought will some time have a turning, and then we may look out for torrential rains. John J. Perry, the energetic mana- ger of the Florists' Exchange, was pretty well knocked up by the de- mands of the Easter season and has hardly yet recovered from its pressure A. N. PIERSON, Inc. CROMWELL, CONN. Grafted and Own Root Roses Per do7. Per 100 Per 1000 Wllite Killarney (Waban strain), grafted $2.00 $15.0) $120.00 Own root 1.50 8.00 75 00 Killarney, grafted 2.00 15.00 120.00 My Maryland, grafted 2.00 15.00 120.00 Own root 1.00 6.C0 50.00 Riclimond, Kaiserin, Bride and Maid, grafted 2.00 15.00 120.00 Own root 1.00 5.00 45.00 ChrySSnthCinUinS ^^^ ''^*' °' ""^ "^^ °"^* ^°'' "'^ ''^*' °' "'^ standards, com' *' mercial varieties exclusively. We are booking orders for both rooted cuttinjrs and plants from pots for present delivery. Qm" CSt8lO(iU6 Contains the Carnation and Chrysanthemum lists. It includes our Rose ^ list and the bedding stock. You need our catalogue. If you haven't received on». send for it. We can handle your order, whether it is large or small. For Fuller List of Plants which we have to offer, see our full page advertisement i v/i X uiiwi Jjioi yjL i laiiio ^^ j^^ American Florist of March 26th. and exactions. His new home, a con- venient and commodious structure, which he is building near Hamilton, is fast nearing completion, and before long he will be enrolled in "the noble army of martyrs" — no, we mean, of suburbanites, who have their own gar- dens and know when the frost is on the rye. S. B. New Castle, Ind. Peter Weiland, of Weiland & Olinger, has been compelled to go to Hot Springs, Ark., to be treated for rheumatism. P. Olinger, who has charge of the sales department at Cin- cinnati, is therefore an unusually busy man these days, dividing his time be- tween the two places. Otto Benthey, manager of the F. J. Benthey Co., was presented with a fine ASTERS and DAHLIAS. ASTERS. Vick's Early and Late Branching, select colors, strong transplanted planta, 2-in., S2.00 per ino: $18.50. per lOlO. Dahlia Roots, 5,000 mixed to color. $4.00 per 100; S35,0O per lOOO. Dahlia Roots, Jack Rose. Sensation, Fringed 20th Century, Fringed Beauty, Gladys. Rose Pink Century. Big Chief, at $3,50 per doz. ; $25,00 per 100. R. VINCENT Jr. & SONS CO., White Marsh, Md. Mention the American Florist ichen loritinsf daughter April 11, both mother and child doing well. F. J. Lynch, who recently acquired the mail order business of the Heller Bros. Co., reports a very active sea- son thus far. Wm. Dittmann Is looking for a cus- tomer for his greenhouse plant, which is in its usual fine condition. 604 The American Florist. April lb, Cacti and Mexican Reiiurrecfion Plants We are in the heart of the cacitus country, and lurnish the healthiest open (rrown stock, over ICO varieties. In the foreiKD and domestic trade. 2.S-page illustrated catalogueol Cacti free. Mexican Resurrection Plants. We are strictly headquarters for this plant and ship all over the world. Good-sizeddormant plants, guaranteed to "resur- rect." lUOO.IO.CO; S.OOU at .18.50; lU.COO at .18 00. TH£ FRANCIS I. £LESTIR COMPANY, Dept. LS2. MessUa rark, N. M Rochester, N. V . Hii-am E. Wilson established his present business on Hudson avenue, on the north side of the city, 2 8 years ago by erecting an even span green- house, 20xS0 feet, with stone walls five feet high; the panes of glass 8x10, and the ridge board, nine feet above the ground. This house is still in good condition. The present glass area is about 60,000 feet. The last houses were built about seven years since, and were put up by Lord &. Burnham. They are 30 feet wide, and one section is 16."> feet long, and the other 450 feet long. They are even span, iron frames; the panes 16x24 inches. All of the newer greenhouses, and about half of the older section are heated by three immense Burnham low pressure steam boilers. Perhaps more roses are grown by this firm than any other pstablishment in the vicinity. This is not considered a good locality for the winter growing of roses, as it is in a belt where the winter conditions are inclined to be somewhat cloudy, and great skill and watchfulness are con- sequently necessary for success in rose growing. A house, 30x165 feet, is de- voted to roses, and two sections, each 30x125 feet, are also entirely occupied by roses. Bride and Bridesmaid are the varieties mainly grown. Hiram W. Wilson says ■ they will probably start to grow Killarncy and White Killarney in quantity now, as there aripears to bo a growing demand for them, but he thought for general deco- rative work Bridesmaid was better than Killarney, and as a paying proposition was superior to it, A section of a bench was filled with My Maryland, and it was in fine health. Mr. Wilson at the present time does not think it shows superiority over Bridesmaid or ICillarney. One objection was the strong growths so thickly covered with the fierce spines. For convenience of summer supply they allow a consider- able number to remain in the benches two seasons, but generally Mr. Wilson thought one year was sufficient for roses in the benches. Although they grow a large quantity of roses, they iiave to buy a large number for their retail custom. The palm house is 30x100 feet. Kentia Forsteriana is the principal palm grown, and no other palm sells so well. Mr. Wilson thinks that Phoenix Roebelinii is going to be a good palm for commercial use in the future, as it seems to have a fine con- stitution and is easily kept in good condition. About 8.000 carnations, Beacon, Enchantress, White En- chantress and White Perfection, are grown. They also grow from 8,000 to 10,000 chrysanthemums. As so much space is given to roses, they cannot grow as many chrysan- themums as some other establishments in this vicinity. An immense quan- tity of bedding plants, such as geran- iums, cannas, ageratums, coleuses. al- ternantheras, lobelias. santolinas, heliotropes, salvias, and the like, are grown. Hiram B. Wilson does not take much active interest in the busi- ness now. The oldest son, Hiram W. Wilson, takes full charge of the green- Carnations ^s?t7n''gs Per 100 Per 1000 Mrs. C.W.Ward $12 00 HOD 00 Alma Ward 15 00 125 00 Mrs. J. C. Vaudhan, Bey State and Geor^ 6 00 50 00 Robert Craig, Afterglow and Enchantress 3 50 30 00 New Crop Early Flowering Single Chrysanthemum Seed and Gold Medal Pentstemons at 25c and Sl.OO per packag CHARLES H. TOTTY, Madison, N. J. Ferns for Dishes... Anorted vsrieties. 2H-in. pots, S3.50 per 100; CO.OO per 1000. Cash with order. FRANK OECHSLIN 4811 Onlncy St. CHICAOO. List s'^oo Roses Bumper crops for sprine delivery. Sfifl rrni rfL0RALC0MPANY«1 Rooted Cuttings Per 100 1000 Per 100 1000 Heliotropes.Sl.OO $8.00 Petunias .$1.25 $10.00 Daisies, white Salvias l.OO 8.00 and yellow. l.CO AlVSSUm.dbl. .80 Coleos 70 6.00 Ageratnins . . .60 5.00 Express paid on rooted cuttiD8:s. Clay Center, Kans. S. D. BRANT, houses and plant growing, and the two younger sons, Edwin P. and Ranford "w. Wilson, take charge of the retail business on Main street. Mr. Wilson's sons are hard workers, and pay close attention to business, and arc well known for their high integrity. John Dunbar. Pittsburg;. Summer conditions are fast forcing themselves upon us. Carnations, while vet good, are beginning to show here iind there the effects of early summer. Indoor peas arrive in an almost worth- less condition, although some that were planted late are producing fine flowers. Violets are a thing of the past. Roses are still magnificent and quantity can be compared to quality to fullest ex- tent. American Beauties are excep- tionally plentiful and buyers make their own figures. Spanish iris is mov- ing freely, all colors arriving in quan- tity. Outdoor tulips and daffodils, al- though quite short in stem, are very plentiful; in fact, all outdoor plant life is making big strides forward. A sharp frost made many uneasy, especially re- garding the fruit blooms, but it seems to have had no effect. NOTES. One often hears of strange things that green clerks do and I think the following is a good one: One of our florists had some white roses left over from Easter, and on the following Tuesday had a little cheap bunch to make of these flowers. The clerk used fresh stock, and on being questioned by the proprietor as to why he did not get rid of the old stock, replied; "Why you paid 10 cents for them and six cents for these, and I can't get the value out of the 10-cent ones in this bunch." We have the following young; roses to offer: 1500,'\merican Beauties 800 Cardinal 250 I Richmonds 600 Cbateiay 9500 Brides 200 Wooton 6S0O Maids 1250 Golden Gite 1250 Uncle John 1000 Killarney 1000 Kaiserin .'50 Maryland 500 La France 500 Peile 900 Ivory 2C0 Palmer lO.COD Asters, flats.. .$1.50 Per 1(0: $12.50 per lOCO 2 in.. . . 2.50 per 1(0 20.00 per 1000 20.0D0 Coleus, R.C .. .61 per 10(1: 5.C0 per 1000 2in.. 2.50 per 100: 2000 per lOCO 5,000 Cannas 3 in., .$5.00: 4-in.,$8.C0 l.sno King Humberts... 3 in.. 8.00: 4in.. 12.50 15,000 Geraniums, red. white pit k and salmon... .2H-in.,$3.50; 3in.. $5 00: 4 in, $8.00 lO.OCO Ciirysantbemams, 2H in. ready, also R.C. Ask for our Soft Wooded List. Bulb Stock— Cannas, Caladi urns. Tuberous- rooted Begonias Dahlias, etc.. etc. GEO. A. KUHL, Wholesale Grower, PeMn, HI. Pansy Plants Larfre stocky plants in bud and bloom, the very best strain at tl. 25 per 100, $10.00 per 1000; smaller plants $2.00 per lOOO. Stocks, Dusty Miller. Verbenas, Phlox, Alys- snm. Heliotrope, Ageratums, Mme. Salleroi Ger- aniums, Asp. Sprengeri and Scarlet Sage, fine plants out of 2Wm. pots, COO per lOJ: 300 for $5.00; $15.00 per 1000. Cabbage Plants (or field, $1,25 per 1000. J. C SCHMIDT, Bristol, Pa. Robert Craig Co... PALMS HIGH CLASS and Novelties in Decorative Plants. Market and 49ih Sts., Pkiladelphia, Pa Jos. Thomas, Greensburg, who is de- veloping into quite an orchid grower, visited the Bakerstown establishment during the week, where F. Burki is making a start with them. The Florists' Club met April 4, be- fore a display of Easter plants. There were prizes given on lilies and ciner- arias for private gardeners. J. A. Keeny, formerly mayor of Monongahela City, and now in the greenhouse business in the same place, was a visitor recently. C. Peterson, East Liverpool. C. wlio is having trouble with his eyes, is in town having them treated. Gross & Aldrige is the name of the new firm which has started business at 551 Lorimer avenue. Very fine American Beauties and sweet peas are seen at the McCallum Co. W. Q. Potter was away from work for a few days on account of illness. Walter Breitenstein spent several days in the east. X rgio. The American Florist. 605 TRADE LIST Ferns, Boston and Scotli. From 3 in pots. SjOOper 103 Fankia, varirgata. strong plants. 4H-in. pots. .?I.(X) Dcr dozen. Clematis, large flowering variuties. 2 year- old plants: Jackmani. Henryi, Mrae. A'eil- lard. $3.11) per doren. Clematis, paniculata. strong plants. >'lu 00 per lOO; 3-in. pots. *5.(X) per 100. Dracena Indivisa 4 inch pots. .'510.00 per 100. Geraniam, Mrs. Parker. Sin. pots .S5.0(i per 100. Passiflora coerulea. 3-in. pots .S5.00 per 101. P(ordti.4-in. pots. $1 00 pc-r dozen. Plants (rom 2V2-in. pots. *3.C0 per liKi: Achyrantlies, Lobelias, double and single blue; Parlor Ivy, Vlncavariegata: Moonvine. the true larg^ flowering' white variety: Ager- atum, blue: Salvia, Bonfire. Zurici>: Coleas, Verschaffeltii. Golden Bedder. Oueen \'ic- toria Quadricolor. Stock from 3in. pots. .M.OO per 100. Gera- niums, asst. varieties, single and double: Geraninms, Rose and Nutmeg: Daisies, white and yellow: Lantana, Le Naiiie: Fever- few. The Gem : Ivy Geraniums; Ivy, Ha-dy English: Euonymus, radicans and Golden Variegated Rooted Cuttings .2.ol per Kii from soil. Klbon, best scarlet: Boston Market. Carnation Napoleon III. Best hardy < "er blooming, crimson flowers 2H-in. pots. .^3. CO per 100. C. EISELE, 11)h and Weslmoreland Sis. Philadelphia, Pa. GOOD, GLEAN, HEALTHY 2-inch Stock We have the following in surplus stock, a few thousand to dispose of: ROSES Per 100 Per 1000 Maid and Bride $3.00 $20.00 My Maryland, B.dO 40.00 Mrs. Jardlne 4.0U 85.00 Bench Richmond 4.00 30.00 J. A. Budlong, 37-39 Randolph Street, CHICAGO. Neph. Whilmani 2^-in S.OOperlOO MAGNinCA (new). 2W-in . . . 25.00 per 100 Boston Ferns i^oiTpeHoo. Henry H. Barrows & Son, Whitman, Mass Omaha. Easter business was the best we ever had. especially in cut uowers. The warm spell of weather during March helped to bring the cut flowers In good shape. Pot plants in bloom suf- fered somewhat, especially lilies, but the increase in cut flower sales more than made up the lo.ss on lilies. These were not extra good this year on an average. P. B. Floth had the best bunch of lilies in this vicinity. Hess & Swoboda had a fine lot of azaleas, specimen plants, al.so bougainvilleas and lilacs. A Donaghue had a fine lot of azaleas and lilacs. L. Henderson showed a nice lot of made up boxes W'hich sold well. Peterson Bros, had a general display of pot plants which made a fine impression very nicely arranged. Miss McNamara rented a vacant store during Easter week, which came in very handy and made it more easy to sell her Easter plants. Geraniums Colevs ino 1000 100 8 varieties, my selection Z^'j-in. pots. $3 00 $25 00 10 varieties 2!i in pots. .Apr. 1 .S 2 00 A Heinl Geo A 593 Heinl John & Son,. .591 Herr Albert M 602 Herrmann A Ill Hess & Swoboda 592 Hews A H &Co 615 Hilfinger Bros 615 Hill The EG Co.... I Hippard E 613 Hitchings & Co 612 Hoerber Bros 585 Hoffman Florist 593 Holm & Olson 591 Holfon & Hunkel...586 Hooker H M Co 616 Hort Trade Journal. 615 HuntE H 585 616 IsbellSM &Co 595 Jackson & Perkins... 598 Johnson D D 611 Johnson W W & Son595 Johnston Heating Co612 Kasting W F Co....5S9 Keller Geo & Sons..6iS Keller J B & Sons... 591 Kellogg Geo M 591 Kennicott Bros Co. .585 Kessler Bros 589 King Constructn.... 613 Kohr A F 615 Kramer I N & Son,. 615 Krick's Letters tOb Kroeschell Bros Co.. 612 Kruchton John 585 Kuehn C A 586 KuhlGeo A 604 Kyle & Foerster 585 Lager & Hurrell 6''5 Lancaster Co Nurs, 598 Landreth Seed Co... 595 Langjahr A H. ...... .589 Leedle Floral Co....6C4 Lester The Francis ECo 6'4 Litchenberger J 606 Lord&Burnham 612 McCallumCo 587 McConnell Alex 591 McCoy L W 593 McCray Refrig. Co 6i5 McCullough's i M Sons Co 586 McDonald Bros 611 McKellar Chas. W.. 585 McKissick Bros 587 Mann Otto 595 Mastin J G & Co....6'l Matthews Florists.. .5**1 May &Co LL 591 Met Material Co IV Meyer John C & Co. 611 Michigan Cut Flower Exchange 590 Millang .^ug 5S'i Miller ES II Monineer J C Co.. ...Ill Moon The Wm HCo.599 Moore Hent2&Nash.5S9 Morehead Mfg Co. ..613 Morse C C & Co 594 Munk Floral Co 586 Murphy William 586 Murray Samuel 591 Myers Florist 5'i2 Myers & Co IV Nat Flo B of Trade. .(.'6 Natural Guano Co. ..606 N Y Cut Flower Ex.5S9 N lessen Leo Co 5S7 I Watering System \ The saving in time and labor for I one season willpay fora com- [ plete equipment. 1 For particulars write to i E. H. HUNT 76-78 Wabash Ave., CHICAGO, f North Carolina Evergreen Co 590 Oeschlin Frank 604 Palethorpe PR Co.. 614 Palisade Nurseries. . ..599 Palmer W J & Sons. 593 Park Floral Co 592 Pape & Bergman 595 Peacock Dahlia Farms 599 Perfection Chem Co.6l4 Peters & Reed Pot'y615 Peterson J A 1 Phoenix Nursery Co.598 Pierce FO Co 616 Pierson A N 603 Pierson FRC0....I 599 Pieters & Wheeler Seed Co 594 Pitou Eugene Jr 599 Pittsburg Cut Flo Co587 Pittsburg Florist Ex.587 Poehlmann Bros Co 585 605 PoIIworth C C Co 592 606 Pulveriz'd ManureCo6( 6 Quaker CitvMchWksIV Randall A L Co.... 535 Randolph & Mc Clements 616 Ravnor 11 589 Ready Reference 607 Rced& Keller Ill Regan Print House.. 614 Reimers M D 59' Rein berg Geo 600 Reinberg Peter 582 Rice Bros 586 Rock W L Co 593 Robinson Henry M Co 590 Robnert Waldo 59^ Routzahn Seed Co... II Sander & Son 605 Schmalz Hans 605 Schmidt J C 604 Schulz Jacob 593 Shaffer Geo C 592 Sharp Partridge &C0IV Sheridan WF 589 Skidelsky & Irwin... i.02 Smith A W & Co.... 591 Smith Elmer D&Cot02 Smith Gurdon B 593 Smith Henrv 593 Smith Wm C 586 Smith W&T Co.... I Smits Jacs 598 Stearns LumberCo. . . I V Sterling Emery Wheel Co 606 Stokes Seed Co 595 StoothoBH AC0....6I4 Storrs & Harrison Co599 Superior ChemicalCo6ll Superior Machine & Boiler Works... 612 Syracuse Pottery Co.615 Thompson Car Co. 603 ThomsonWm&Son..611 Thorburn JM&Co... II Totty ChasH.... II 604 Traendlv & Schenck-589 U S Rocking Grate Bar Co 613 Van Zanten Bros. ...597 Varela Kederico 597 Vaughan'sSeedStore I II 5911 597 601 603 615 Vaughan & Sperry..584 Vick&HillCo 11 Vick's Sons Jas 580 .Vincent R Jr.. I 596 603 Virgin U J ...592 Wagner Park Cons.. 611 Waite LJ 611 Weeber & Don II Weiland & 01ingcr..5S6 Weiland&Risch....585 Welch Bros 586 Wietor Bros 583 585 Wildpret Bros 595 WilksSMfg Co 612 Wilson RobtG 592 Withers John T 598 Wittbold Geo Co. .192 Wolf John 592 Wolfskin J W 591 Wood Bros 602 Woodruff S D & Son595 WredeH II Yokohama Nurs Co. .'88 Young & Co A L....589 Young & Nugent.... 589 Youngs 593 Zangen O V II Zech & Mann 5'^5 Zvolanek .\nton II Gold Letters Gnmined Gold and rnrple Letters. For inscriptions on Floral Designs. Best and Cheapest on the Market. Send for samples and prices. J. LICHTENBERGER. 1666 ATenne A, NEW YORK. Telephone: Lenox 5644 Mention the American Florist when writing THE BEST WAY to ^collect an account is to place it with the National Florists' Board Of Trade 56 Pine Street, NEW YORK. WHY? Becasue many debtors will pay the Board fearing otherwise a bad rating in our Credit List Full information as to methods and rates given on application. Mention the American Florist when writing Sheep's Head Brand Pulverized Sheep Manure NATURAL GUANO COMPANY, The Ideal Plant rood for Florist*. Write to- day (or Prices and Booklet. Aurora, III. Cattle Manure in Ba^s Shredded or Pulverized Pure — dry — uniform and reliable. The best of all manures for the greenhouse. Florists all over the country are using it instead of rough manure. inzflKg Pulverized Sheep Manure ^\ Absolutely the best Sheep Manure on the market. Pure manure and noth- ing else. The best fertilizer for carnations and for liquid top-dressing*. Unequalled for all field use, (Write for circulars and prices. •« The Pulverized Manure Company 32 union Stock Yards. Chicago. USE KRICK'S PERFECT POT HANDLES AND HANGERS. Just the thing for Easter. When crowded for space* wilt sustain the weight of 110 lbs. Samples and prices od 'squest. CHAS. A. KRICK. crUneAvc. Broiklyn, N. T Lcig Distance Telephon., 178 Bushwick. If you want to get the want you want to get, you want to get your want ad into the Iamerican FLORIST Try It now. Every advertisement represents 'j^ a genu'liie want. iM It pays tgii to aciwer them. Jt .>( jC CUT FLOWER AND Design Boxes All size*, loweet prices. Writ* C. C. PoIIworth Co., MILWAUKEE Sterling Iron Reservoir Vases Chairs, Settees, Hitching Posts, Etc. Complete Catalogue and Discounts Upou Re'^ucst. nFFm, The SterUng Emery Wheel Mfg. Co., om^ 8. A. igio. The American Florist. 607 Ready Reference Section. 10 CENTS PER LINE, NET; ABUTILONS. Asparagus plumosus nanus, 2% -in. pots, strong plants, $2 per 100. Grand Rapids Greenhouse Co., Grand Rapids, Mich. Asparagus Sprengerl Seedlings, $1 per 100; $7 per 1,000. Plumosus, 214-in., $2 per 100. Jos. H. Cunningham. Delaware. O. Asparagus plumosus, 4-ln., extra fine large plants, $8 per 100. Schartt Bros., Van Wert, Ohio. Asparagus Sprengerl. 3-in., $6 per 100. Plumosus. 2-in., $3; 3-ln., $5 per 100. Geo. M. Emmans. Newton, N. J. Asparagus Sprengerl. 3-ln.. $5 per 100; robustus. 3-in., $5. West End Greenhouses, Lincoln. 111. Asparagus Sprengerl. 2 ^4 -in.. $2 per 100: 300 for $6. J. C. Schmidt, Bristol, Pa. Asparagus Sprengerl, 3-ln, $4 per 100. Poehlmann Bros. Co., Morton Grove, 111. Boxwood. Bobbink & Atkins, Rutherford, Abutllons, 3 kinds. 2-ln., 2%c. Byer Bros., Chambersburg, Pa. Box trees, all sizes. Ask for special llBt. Julius Roehrs Co.. Rutherford, N. J. ACHYRANTHES. BULBS, Achyranthes Llndenll. narrow pointed leaf variety) rooted cuttings. $10 per 1,000. A No. 1 stock. H. Heepe's Sons. Akron, O. Bulbs, tuberoses, dwarf Pearl, 1st size, 4-6 Ins., 90o per 100; $7.60 per 1,000; $36 per 5,000; 3-4 in., 60c per 100; $4 per 1,000: AGERATUMS. $17.50 per 5,000. Caladlum esculentum. B-7 Ins., 35c per doz.; $2 per 100; $17 per 1,000; 7-9 Ins., 60c per doz.; $3.50 per 100; $30 per 1,000; 9-12 in., 85c per doz.; $6 per 100; 11-12 Ins., $1.60 per doz.; $10 per 100; 12 ins. up, $1.76 per doz.; $14 per 100. Gladi- olus. America, $3.50 per 100; $30 per 1,000; Augusta, $1.75 per 100; $15 per 1,000; Brenchleyensis. $1.45 per 100; $11.50 per 1,000; Mme. Monneret, $2.25 per 100; $20 Ageratum, 3 kinds. $1.60 per 100. Byer Bros., Chambersburg. Pa. Ageratum Princess Pauline. 2-in.. 2c. J. L. Schiller. 929 Prouty Ave.. Toledo. O. AITERNANTHERAS. Alternantheras. strong rooted cuttings. P. major, red, 50c per 100; $4 per 1.000; A. nana, yellow, 50c per 100; $4 per 1.000; Brllliantisslma, best red. 60c per 100; $5 per 1,000. R. R. Davis & Co., Morrison, 111. Alternantheras, strong, well-rooted cut- tings, red or yellow, 50c per 100; $4 per 1,000. Brllliantisslma, 60c per 100; $5 per 1,000 J. W. Davis, 225 W 16th St, Dav- enport, la. per 1,000; Shakespeare, $4.25 per 100; $38 per 1,000; Vaughan's Florist mixture, $1.75 per 100; $15 per 1,000. Begonias, gloxinias, hardy lilies, Lilium Harrisil. Vaughan's Seed Store. Chicago and New York. Gladiolus Alice Carey, the best white In cultivation. No. 1 bulbs, $5 per 100; $40 per 1,000. America, No. 1, $4 per 100; $30 per 1,000. Golden Nugget, best bright yellow, $1.50 per doz.; $10 per 100, Princeps, $1.26 per doz.; $8 per 100. List free. E. Y. Teas Co., Centerville, Ind. ASTERS. Asters, Queen of the Market, Vick's New Upright, Imperial, Non Lateral Branching, in pink, white, rose light blue, lavender and crimson, 2li-ln., $2 per 100. Mosbaek Greenhouse Co., Onarga. 111. Asters, Vlck*s early and late, transp., 2-ln., $2 per 100; $18.50 per 1.000. R. Vincent, Jr., & Sons Co., White Marsh, Md. AUCUBAS. Aucubas Japonlca var., 18-ln.. 55c each; $5 per doz.; 24 to 30 Ins.. $1.50 each; $15 per doz. Japonlca type. 18 Ins.. $1 each; $10 per doz. Vaughan's Seed Store, Chicago and New York. Aucubas. Bobbink & Atkins. Rutherford, N. J. AZALEAS. Azalea mollis. 15 to 20 buds. 50c each; $5 per doz.; $40 per 100; 40 to 50 buds. $1 each; $10 per doz. Vaughan's Seed Store, Chicago and New York. Azaleas. Jacs Smits. Naarden, Holland. Alternantheras red and yellow, 2-ln.. $2 per 100; $18.60 per 1,000. R.Vincent, Jr., & Sons Co., White Marsh, Md Bulbs. Lilium auratum, 8-9 In., 130 to case, $4.50 per case. L. speciosum albums, 8-9 in., 220 to case, $13 per case. Cycas stems, % lb., 300 lbs. to case, $16.50 per case. Yokohama Nursery Co., Ltd.. 31 Bar- clay St.. New York. Alternantheras, red and yel., $2 per 100. Jos. H. Cunningham. Delaware. O. AMPELOPSIS. Ampelopsis Veitchili, 2-yr.. $1.75 per doz. ; $12 per 100; 3-yr.. $2 per doz., |15 per 100. Vaughan's Seed Store Chicago and New York Bulbs. Gladiolus, Brenchleyensis, May, Ceres. Isaac Buchanan, Pactoll, La Marck, Cinnamon vines, lilies, iris, oxalls. B. S, Miller, Wading River, L. I., N. Y. ALYSSUM. Bulbs. Lilium longlflorum multi.. 7-9, $50 per 1000. Giganteum. 7-9, $65. Formosum, 7-9, $65. Buds 76 Barclay St., New York. Alyssum, dwarf and giant, dbl., 2-in., $2 per 100; $18.50 per 1,000; 3-in., $3. R. Vincent, Jr., & Sons Co., White Marsh. Md. Alyssum. double giant and dwarf, strong. Bulbs, hyacinths, tulips, narcissus, crocus, splreas. 'gladiolus, peonies, etc. Van Zanten Bros.. Hillegom, Holland. 2H-ln., $2 per 100. Mosbaek Greenhouse Co., Onarga, III. Bulbs. Tuberose Armstrong, $1.80 per 100; $16 per' 1.000. F. Dorner & Sons Co., La BAY TREES Alyssum. 2Vi-in.. $2 per 100; 300 for $5. Fayette. Ind. J O Srhmidt T3ri«;tol Pa Chinese sacred lilies. $3 per 100; $25 per Bay trees. 26 to 40-in. heads. Winterson's Seed Store, 45 Wabash Ave.. Chicago. Bay trees. Bobbink & Atkins, Rutherford, N. J. BEGONIAS. ANTIRRHINUM. 1,000. Dingee & Conard Co., West Grove, Pa. Antirrhinums, dwarf majus nanum. from seed bed, Ic each; 214-In., $2 per 100. Mos- Bulbs, all florists' varieties. H. E. Fiska Seed Co.. Faneuil Hall Square, Boston. baek Greenhouse Co.. Onarga, 111. Bulbs. Callas. Berrydale Exp. Gardens, ARALIAS. Holland. Mich. Begonias, tuberous rooted, separate colors, single. $2.50 per 100; double. $4.50 per 100. Caladlum esculentum. 6-9. $3 per 100; 9-12, $6 per 100. Gloxinias, mixed colors. $3.50 per 100; separate, $4.50 per 100. F. R. Pier- son Co., Tarrytown-on-Hudson. N. T. CANNAik. Aralia elegantissima. 5-in., $1 each: 6-in.. «1.50 Vaughan's Seed Store, Chicago and New York. Cannas. Buttercup, B. de Poitevine. F. Vaughan. Pierson's Premier. Rohalllon, Robt. Christie, Souv. d'A. Crozy. Pennsyl- vania. Crimson Bedder, F. Senary. $3 per ASPARAGUS. Asparagus plumosus nanus, from 2^ -in. pots. $2.50 per 100; $22.50 per 1,000. Cash with order. Floral Hill Gardens, G. F. Kneipp. Prop., Chatham. N. J. Begonia Gloire de Lorraine and Agatha. $15 per 100; $140 per 1,000. Turnford Hall. $20 per 100. Pres. Taft. $20 per 100. J. A. Peterson. Westwood. Cincinnati, O. Begonia Vernon, strong, transplanted, $6 per 1.000. by express; $1 per 100 by mall; cash with order. Peter Brown. Lancaster, Pa. Begonia Lorraine and Agatha, 2M!-ln., twice transplanted. $12 per 100; in 500 lots. $50 the 500. Julius Roehrs Co., Rutherford, N. J. Begonia Adolf Menzel. 2%-in.. $2 per doz. Vaughan's Seed Store. Chicago and N. Y. Rex begonias, 2-in.. $6 per 100. Geo. M. Emmans, Newton, N. J. BOXWOOD. 100; $25 per 1.000. Golden King. Mile. Berat. L. Patry, Austria. Robusta. $2 per 100- $15 per 1,000. King Humbert and Tar- rytown. $S per 100. F. R. Pierson Co., Tar- rvtown-on-Hudson. N. Y. Asparagus Sprengerl. ready for 4-ln., 1st size, $5 per 100; 2nd size, $3.50. Plumosus. rose po;s. $25 per 1.000. A. M. Herr, Lan- caster. Pa. Asparagus Sprengerl. 2%-ln., $3 per 100; $25 per 1.000: 3-ln., $5 per 100; $45 per 1,000; 4-ln.. $10 per 100. Vaughan's Seed Store. Chicago and New York. Cannas. 3-in. pots. Jean Tissot. Pres. Mey- ers, Pennsylvania. Buttercup. Louisiana. P. Vaughan, Egandale. Alp, Bouvier 75c per doz.; $3 per 100; $25 per 1.000. Dormant roots same vars., $2 per 100; $12 per 1.000. King Humbert. 3-in., $6 per 100. R. Vln- vent. Jr.. & Sons Co., White Marsh. Md. Asparagus plumosus. 2%-ln., $3 per 100; Sprengerl. 2>4-in.. $2 per 100; 3-ln.. $5; 4-in.. $10. Mosbaek Greenhouse Co.. Onarga. 111. Asparagus plumosus, 2-yr. clumps. 15c; 2-ln. pots. $2.25 per 100; $20 per 1,000. W. Cannas. King Humbert. Chas. Henderson. Ex. Crampbell. Mme. Crozy. A. Bouvier, Mile. Berat. F. Vaughan. Souv. de A. Crozy. W C. Beckert, 103 Federal St., Northside, Pittsburg. Pa. W. Coles. Kokomo. Ind. Cannas. AUemania, Pennsylvania. Kate Asparagus Sprengerl. strong seedlings. 80c per 100, prepaid. $6 per 1,000. J. L. Schiller. Toledo, O. Boxtrees. bush, 15-18 Ins.. $4 per doz.; 20-24 Ins.. $8 per doz. Vaughan's Seed Store. Chicago and New York. Gray. $2.50 per 100. King Humbert. New York $5. West End Greenhouses. Lincoln, III. If You Do Not Find What You Need In Our Ready Reference Department, Write Us Aliout It. 608 The American Florist. April i6^ Cannas. A good assortnifnt oi" rtnu bulbs. Write if interested. Mosbaek (Jreenhouse Co.. Onai-ga, HI. Cannas. 10 vars., 3V->-in., $4 per lon. Jos. H. Cunningham. Delaware. O. CACTI. Cacti. Over 100 varieties of cacti, from $7 per 100 up. Write for free 28-page cata- logue, and prices to the trade. Also Mexi- ' can Resurrection plants. The Francis E. Lester Company, Dept. u S.. Mesilla Park, X. M. CARNATIONS. Carnations, Conquest. Sangamo, Mar.v Tol- man, .n2 per 100; .noo per 1,000. White Enchantress, White Perfection, Daybreak Lawson, Rose Pink Enchantress, Winona, Winsor, Splendor, Afterglow, I.,a\vson-En- chantress. Beacon, Victory, Andrew Carne- gie, 13 per 100; $25 per 1,000. Enchantress, ?2.50 per 100; $20 per 1,000. May Day, $6 per 100; $50 per 1,000. Alvina, $S per 100; $15 per 1,000. O. P. Bassett, $6 per 100; $50 per 1,000. Gov. Deneen, $5 per 100; $45 per 1,000. Chicago Carnation Co., .Joliet , IH. Carnations. Mrs. C. W. Ward. $12 per 100~ $100 per 1,000. Alma Ward, $15 per 100- $125 per 1,000. Mrs. J. C. Vaughan, Bay State. Georgia, $6 per 100; $50 per 1,000; Craig, Afterglow, Enchantress, $3.50 per 100- $30 per 1,000. C. H. Totty, Madison. N. j! Carnations, .Scarlet Glow, $12 per 100; $100 per 1.000. Pink Delight, $6 per 100; $50 per 1,000. w. Perfection. R. P. En- chantress. Winona, W. Enchantress, $3 per 100; $25 per 1,000. F. Dorner & Sons Co., La Fayette, Ind. Carnations, White Enchantress $3 per 100: $25 per 1,000. Rose Pink Enchantress, $2.60 per 100; $20 per 1,000. J. D. Thompson Carnation Co., Joliet, 111. Carnations. Wood Bros.. Fishkill, N . Y. CHETSANTHIMUMS. CHRYSANTHEMUMS, R. C. Ready Now White. Per 100 Pink. Per 100 Oct. Frost $2.00 Pink Ivory 2.00 Estelle 2.00 Rosiere 2 00 Polly Rose 2.00 Dr. Enguehard. 2.00 Robinson 2.00 Yellow. .. PerlOD W. Chadwick.. 3.00 Monrovia $"00 Merry Xmas... 2.00 Robt. Hallidav. 2 50 Yanoma 2.00 Golden Beaulv. '50 Mrs. Buckbee.. 2.50 Golden Glow.'.. 3.00 Snow Queen... 2.50 Red. Per 100 White Ivory.... 2.00 Intensity $2 00 C. Touset 2.00 Black Hawk.. 2 00 WIETOR BROS. 51 Wabash Ave. Chicag o. Chrysanthemums, rooted cuttings White Lynwood Hall, Touset, Alice Byron] T. Ea- ton, Chadwick, J. Nonin, Ivory, Desjonls Baby Margaret, Pink. Amorita (very early) Glory of Pacific, M. Dean, Mary Mann Ro- sette, Pink Ivory, Yellow, Golden Glow (very early), M. Bonnaffon, Y. Eaton Cremo, Robt. Hallidav, Golden Eagle Yel- low Jones. Baby, Golden Chadwick. Write for price list. Wm. Swayne, Kennett Square, P a. Chrysanthemums, Oct. Frost, Kalb. Touset Byron. Wanamaker, W. Cloud, Nonin Bal- four. Enguehard, G. Glow, Monrovia Oct Sunshine, .\ppleton, Halliday, Bonnaffon $' per 100: $15 per 1.000. V. Poehlmann' T Eaton W. Chadwick Y. Eaton, $2.50 per 100; $20 per 1,000. Golden Chadwick $3 per 100; $25 per 1,000. J. D. Thompson Carnation Co.. Juliet, 1 11. Gloria, a large early Enchantress pink mum, Pres. Taft, a large glittering white midseason, both have stems and foliage un- surpassed, R. C. prepaid, 25, $1; 100 $3 75. Gloria. 2',4-in., $5 per 100. Chas. Frost Kenilworth. N. J. Chrysanthemums, Golden Glow Poehl- mann. DesjonLs. Pacific Supreme, Roosevelt Nonin, Estelle. Monrovia, etc., 20 best va- rieties, strong rooted cuttings, $1 per 100- list. Edward Wallis. Atco, N. J. Chrysanthemums, Dolly Dimple Pattv Merry Jane. $1.50 per doz. ; $10 per 100 f' Dorn er & Sons Co., La Fayette, Ind. i Gloria, Pres. Taft, Mrs. w! K Kelley 2-in.. 5c. Bonnaffon, White Bonnaffon, 2-in,! 3c. J. L. .Schiller, Toledo, O. Chrysanthemums. We have 75 varieties including singles and pompons. $15 per 1 000 "Enough Sed." Ehmann's. Corfu, N . Y. Chrysanthemum Helen Frick 2yi-in $10 per 100; rooted cuttings. $8; unrooted, $5. Henry Eichholz, Waynesboro, Pa. Chrysanthemum novelties. Charles H Totty. Madison. N. J . Chrysanthemums. A. N. Pierson. Inc., Cromwell. Conn. Chry.santhemums, leading vars Wood Bros,. Fisbklll. N. Y. If You Do Not Find What You Chrysanthemums. Elmer D. Smith & Co.. Adrian. Mich. CINERARIAS. Cini-rarias. ijij-in.. $2 per lOU; 300 for «y. J. C. Schmidt. Bristol. Pa. CLEMATIS, Clematis paniculata, 2-yr., $1.50 per doz.; $10 per 100; $90 per 1,000; 3-yr., $2 per doz.; $15 per 100; 4-yr.. $3.60 per doz.; $25 per 100. A'aughan's Seed Store. Chicago and New York. Clematis paniculata. field-grown, l-yr., oc; 2-yr.. Sc. Dingee & Conard Co.. W. Grove. Pa. COLEUSES. Coleus, G. Bedder and Ver.schaffeltii, 2-in., $2 per 100; ?1S.50 per 1.000; ;;-in., $3. R. Vincent. Jr.. & Sons Co., White Marsh. M d. Coleus. 10 var.. 2 V4-in.. $2 per 100. Jos. H. Cunningham. Delaware. Q. Cnleus. IS kinds, 2y4-in., $2 per 100. Mos- baek Greenhouse Co., Onarga. III. ( Vile us. J, L. Dillon. Blooms1.>urg. Fa. CROTONS. Crotons, 3-in., 20c each; $2 per doz.; 4-in., 35c each; $3.50 per doz.; 5-in., 50c each; $6 per doz.; 6-in., $1 each; $10 per doz. Vaugh- an's Seed Store. Chicago and New York. CYCLAMENS . Cyclamens, transplanted seedings. from flats, strong, stocky plants, separate colors or mixed, 2',™c. Snow Queen, large fringed crested white, 4c. J. L. Schiller. Toledo. O. Cyclamens, finest stock, in separate col- ors, 3V4-in. pots. $10 per 100. Julius Hoehrs Co.. Rutherford. N. J. DAHLIAS. Dahlias, six novelties of special merit. Corona, Charles Clayton, W. K. Jewett, Manitou, Princess Yetive, The Baron, other novelties and the best standard varieties. The best is the cheapest. Prices reasonable and fair dealing guaranteed. Hollyhocks and other hardy plants. Catalogue. W. W. Wilmdre. Box 382, Denver, Colo. Dahlias. Black Beauty. Elegante. $3 per lOfi; Arabella, Earl of Pembroke, $4 per 100; field-grown, undivided roots. Order today. Wagner Park Conservatories, Sid- iiey, Ohio. Ohio dahlia, field roots, 75c each: $.S.50 per doz. J. M. McCullough's Sons Co.. 316 Walnut St.. Cincinnati. O. Dahlias. R. Vincent. White Marsh, >ld . Dahlias, Papc Germany. & Sons Co., Bergmann, Quedlinburg, DAISIES. Yellow daisies. Chambersburg, Pa. 2c. Byer Bros., Daisies, $2 per 1,000. J. C. Schmidt, Bris- tol. Pa. , DEUTZIAS. Deutzia I.,emoinei. 7-in., 25c each; $2.yO per doz.: $20 per 100. Vaughan's Seed Store. Chicago and New York. DRACENAS. Dracena Indivisa, perfect specimens, 30 to 36 ins. high, 5-in. pots, 25c each. John Irvine & Sons. Bay City, Mich. Dracena indivisa. 4-in., 12e each. Mos- baek Greenhouse Co.. Onarga. 111. Dracenas. Bobblnk & Atkins. Rutherford, N. J. rSRNS. FERNS FOR FERN DISHES. Extra strong, healthy, bushy, full-grown 2y4-in. stock, guaranteed to please; assort- ment of 12 best varieties, $3 per 100; $25 per 1,000; 260 at 1,000 rate. CIBOTIUM SCHIEDEI, king of terns, the pride of every flower store. Orders booked now for young stock for growing on. Ready March, April and May. J. F. Anderson. Fern Specialist, Short Hills. N. J. Ferns, assorted for dishes. 10 of the best varieties, strong, healthy, full grown plants, from 2 14 -in, pots, $3 per 100; $25 per 1,000; 3-in. $6 per 100. Asparagus plumosus. 3- in. pots. $6 per 100; $50 per 1.000. Cocos Weddeliana. 2 (4 -In. pots, S to 10 ins. high, $10 per 100; $86 per 1,000. Frank N. Esk- esen, Madison, N. J. Fern Whitmani, 2i.4-in.. 3c: $26 per 1.000. John A. Doyle, Springfield, O. Ferns, Improved Elegantissima 4-in $3 per doz.; 6-in., $9 per doz.; 8-in.. $12 to' $1S per doz. SuperbLssima, 4-ln., $3 per doz • 6-in.. $6 to $9 per doz.; 8-in. $12 to $18 per doz. Boston, Piersoni, Whitmani, Scottil 6-ln.. $C per doz.; S-in., $12 per doz. F k' Pierson Co.. Tarrytown. N . Y. Ferns, Boston, 6-in.. 7uc each; $8 per doz. • $60 per 100; 7-ln„ $1 each; $10 per doz. ^ $75 per 100; s-in., $1.25 each; $14 per doz • $100 per 100. Vaughan's Seed Store Chi- cago and New York. Nephrolepis, Whitmani. 4-in. pots, Sc each- 3-in. pots. 5c each; 2V2-in. pots. 3c each ;' 2 1/4 -in., 21^0 each; runners, Ic. Lev & Bro * Highland, N. Y. Scholzeli ferns, strong plants from tile bench at $5 per 100. Cash with order please. J. H. Flesser, Hamilton Ave. North Bergen, N. J. Ferns for dishes, asst., 214-in., $3.50 per 100; $30 per 1.000. Frank Oechslin. 4911 Quincy St., Chica go, Fern Nephrolepis Giatrasii, 2i;-in., $3.50 per doz.; $25 per 100; $200 per 1,000. George Gia tras. 463 Summit Ave ., W. Hoboken. N. J. Ferns^ Boston, 3-in.. 25c eacli"! Whitmani, 4-in.. 2,TC. Geo. M. Emmans. Newton, N. J. Ferns. Whitmani, 2ii-in., $5 per 100. Henry H. Barrows & Sons, Whitman. Mass. FEVERFEW. Feverfew. R. c.. 75c per 100 prepaid. Chas. Frost. Kenilworth, N. J. Fe\erfe\\ , from seed bed, 11,2c: 2^i-in., 3c. Mosba»'k Greenhouse Co., Onarga, 111. ncus. Fieus elastiea, 22-24 ins., $6 per doz.; $50 per 1011. Frank Oechslin, 4911 Quincy St.. Chicago. FUCHSIAS. Fuchsias. G vars.. 2-in.. $2 per 100; $1S.50 per 1.000; 3-in.. $3. R. \'incent, Jr.. & Sons Co.. While Marsh. Md. GERANIUMS. Geraniums, strong 2-in. stock, Heieranthe. Xutt. jean Viaud, t,a Favorite, L'Aube, Hill. $2 per 100; $1S per 1,000. Our selection. $17 per 1,000. Pamela. $4 per 100. Anastasie j^ecaare. $3 per luo. Red Wing, the best novelty of the season, 2 5c each ; $2.50 per doz. \Vrite for geranium catalogue. F. H. DeWitt ii ro., Woostei-. Ohio. SPECIAL, for delivery next week, April 17th to 24th, 100.000 rooted cuttings. Beaute Poite\ini- (best salmon) all top cuts, fine stock, $l..'»o per 100; $12.30 per 1.000; 2,000 Jean ^ iaud. strong plants, for 4-in. pots, $5 per 100. Cash. The W. T. Buckley Co.. Springfield. 111. Geraniums, Nutt. Doyle, Perkins. Grant. La Favorite, R- C, $1.25; 2-ln., $2; 3-in.. $4 per 100. ^*iaud, CastcUane, Poitevine, Jaulin. Ricard. Buchner. R. C., $1.50; 2-in,. $2.50; 3-in.. $.') per 100. Mme. Salleroi, 2-in.. $3 per 100. <_'.. M. Emmans, Newton, N. J. Geranium, Ricard. Nutt. Buchner, from. 2 and 2>/2-i'i- pots, extra fine lot of strong, cool grown plants, $2.25 per lOO ; $20 per 1.000; mixed, $2 per 100; $18 per 1,000. Well packed. J. R. Brooks, Oxford Depot» N. Y. Geraniums, standard \ arictit- s. 2 'i -in.. 3c each, $25 per 1.000: 3-in., 6c each. $50 per 1,000; -i-in.. 10c each, $!tO per l.OOO. Rose geranium. 2 ^^-in., 3c. Mme. Salleroi, 3-in., 4c. Mosbaek Greenhouse Co., Onarga, III. Geraniums, Standard vars.. 2-in., $2 per 100; $1S.50 per 1,000; 3-in.. $3. Ivy leaved, 2-in., $2 per 100; $1S.50 per 1.000. R. Vin- cent. Jr.. t<: Sons Co.. White Marsh, Md. Salleroi, 'i in., must he shifted, $3.50 per 100. Stock all A No. 1. Don't miss this chance. PlattevilU- Floral Co., Platte- vill e. Wis. Geraniums, dhl. Grant. Buchner, Gi?n. Grant, 2-in., 2c; Rose, 2-in., 2c; .Salleroi. 2-in.. 3c. Byer Bros.. Chambe rsburg. i'a . _ Geraniums. S \ars., 2>,2-in-- $^ P*"'' 100; S2{V per 1,000. Jos. H. Cunningham, Dela- ware, O. Geraniums, apple, 2-in., $2 ; 3-in., $4 per 100. R. Vincent, Jr., ^: Sons Co., White Marsh. Md. Geraniums, R. C. Ricard. S. A. Nutt. $10 per 1,000. A. M. Herr. Lancaster. Pa. Geraniums. Heteranthe. Doyle, 4-in., $7 per 100. West End Greenhouses, Lincoln. Ilh Rose geraniums, strong, 2^/i-in.. $2.50 per 100. Chas. Frost. Kenilworth, N. J. Need in Our Roady Refereflce Department, Write Us About i^ igio. The American Florist. 609 OKEENS. IVY. PALMS. Greens .fancy and dagger ferns, $2.00 per 1,000. Galax, bronze and green, $1.25 per 1,000; 10,000, $7.50. Sphagnum Moss, large Ivy, hardy English, 4-ln. pots, very bushy, 3 to 4 ft. tall, $16 per 100. John Reck & Son, Bridgeport, Conn. Ivy, German and parlor. 2-ln., $2 per 100. R. Vincent, Jr., & Sons Co., White Marsh, Md. English ivy, staked up, 4-in. pots, $10 per 100. Cash. John Irvine .Si Sons, Bay City, Mich. German Ivy, R. C, prepaid, 50c per 100. Chas. Frost, Kenllworth, N. J. JERUSALEM CHERRIES. Palms, Kentlas, In 2% -In. pots, $8 per 100; $76 per 1,000. Jackson & Perkins Co., Newark, N. Y, bales, $1.25; Leucothoe Sprays, $1 per 100; 1,000, $7.50. Boxwood, 35c per bunch, 50 lbs., $8.50. Michigan Cut Flower Exchange, Inc., 38-40 Broadway, Detroit, Mich. Palms, Kentlas, Joseph Heacock Co., Wyncote, Pa. Palms, Bobbink & Atkins, Rutherford, N.J. Greens, dagger and fancy ferns. $1.50 per 1,000. Bronze and green galax, $1 per $1,000; PANSIES. $8.50 per 10,000. Leucothoe Sprays, $1 per 1,000; $7.50 per 10,000. Henry M. Robinson & Co.. 15 Province St., Boston, Mass. Greens, southern wild smilax. Log mosses. Ready now, 250,000 fine large, fall trans- planted pansies In bud and bloom. Superb strain; the finest market strain grown. A trial order will convince you that they are the best you ever had. You need them for your particular trade. Price, $1.26 per natural and perpetuated. E. A. Beaven, Evergreen, Ala. Solanum, Jerusalem, cherries, seedlings, Ic each, Mosbaek Greenhouse Co., Onarga, 111. 100; $10 per 1,000. Cash with order. Leonard Cousins, Jr., Concord Junction, Mass. Telephone 82 Concord. spruce for cemeteries. L. B. Brague & Son, Hinsdale, Mass. LANTANAS. Greens, evergreen, fancy and dagger ferns, bronze and green galax. Geo. Cotsonas & Lantanas, 5 vars., 2-ln., $2 per 100; $18.60 per 1,000; 3-ln., $3 per 100. R. Vincent, Jr., & Sons Co., White Marsh. Md. 50,000 Beld-grown pansy plants;. They never saw either a cold or hot bed, strong, husky plants; beautiful blooms. They are the kind that sell and please, $20 per 1,000. Albert A. Sawyer, Pansy Specialist, Pansy Garden, Oak Park, 111. LILACS. Greens, cut palmetto and cycaa leaves, galax leucothoe. ferns, mosses, etc. Kervan Co.. 113 W. 2Sth St.. New York. HARDY PLANTS. LILY OF THE VALLEY. Pansy plants, Kenllworth strain from fall sown sed, prepaid, 50c per 100; large, $1; 1,000 by express, $3; large, $8, Chas. Frost", Kenllworth, N. J. Hardy perennials, 2-in. pots, Delphinium Belladona. everblooming hardy larkspur. $3.50 per 100; $30 per 1,000. Dianthus Lat. atroc. fl. pi., everblooming-, $2 per 100. Myosotis palustris semperflorens, $2 per 100. Shasta daisy, $2 per 100. A. Hirschleber, Riverside. N. J. To Import. Lily of the valley. Jacs Smlts, Ltd., Naarden, Holland. Pansy plants, 50c per 100; $2.50 per 1,000; large plants, $2.60 per 100. Jos. H. Cunning- ham, Delaware, O. Lily of the valley. Otto Mann, Leipzig, Saxony, Germany. rrom Storage. Pansies. fine strong plants. $5 per 1,000. Mosbaek Greenhouse Co., Onarga, 111. Dreer's hardy delphiniums. For varieties and prices see advertisement elsewhere in this issue. Henry A. Dreer, Inc.. 714 Cliest- nut St.. Philadelphia. Pansies. $2 per 1,000. J. C. Schmidt, Bristol, Pa Lily of the valley, cold storage, 260, $3.50; per 1,000, $13. W. C. Beckert, Northslde, Pittsburg, Pa. PELARGONIUMS. Perennial phlox, named varieties, field- grown, $5 to $10 per 100. Mosbaek Green- house Co., Onarga. 111. Lily of the valley, H. N. Bruns, 3040 W. Madison St.. Chicago. Lily of the valley, cold storage, $12.50 per 1,000. Buds, 76 Barclay St., New York. LOBELLA. Pelargoniums, novelties, 2%-ln., 25c each; $2.50 per doz. Emanuel Lias, King Haakon, Hardy perennial plants. For varieties and prices, see advertisement elsewhere In this issue. Vaughan's Seed Store, Chicago and New York. King of Spain, Ladas, Lady Churchill, Prince Olat. Standard sorts, 2%-In., $1.60' per doz.; $10 per 100; 3-ln., $2 per doz,; $12 per 100; Countess, Dorothy, Goldmine, Mme. Thibaut, Mme. Vlbert, Mrs. R. Sandl- Perennials. All of the most desirable va- rieties. Let us know your wants. Wagner Park Conservatories, Sidney, O. Moonvines, 2^4 In., $5 per 100. Godfrey Aschmann, 1012 W. Ontario St., Philadelphia. Perennials and other hardy plants. Pali- Lobelia Kathleen, Mallard, and Newport Model, 2-ln., $2 per 100; $18.60 per 1,000. R. Vincent, Jr., & Sons Co., White Marsh, Md. Lobelia Kathleen Mallard, 2-in., 2c. J. L. Schiller, Toledo. O. MOSS. ford, Marie Mallet, Princess May, Sandl- ford's Best, Sandlford's Wonder, Surprise, Tommy Dodd, Mrs. Layal, Vaughan's Seed Store, Chicago and New York. PENNISETUMS. sades Nurseries, Inc., Sparkhlll. N. Y. Herbaceous plants. Bobbink & Atkins, Pennisetum Ruppelianum (fountain grass), 214-in., $2.50 per 100. Mosbaek Greenhouse Co.. Onarga, 111. HELIOTROPES. Sphagnum moss for sale in 5 bbl. bales, guaranteed clean; price $1.25 per bale. Sam Griftee, Jr.. Chatsvvorth, N. J. MYOSOTIS. PEONIES. Heliotrope, Miss Bernice, 2%-ln., $8 per 100. Skldelsky & Irwin Co., 1215 Betz Bldg., Philadelphia. Peonies, all vara, Jacs Smlts, Ltd., Naar- den, Holland. Peonies, leading vars,, W, & T, Smith Co., Heliotrope, R. C, prepaid, 75c per 100. Chas. Frost, Kenllworth, N. J. Myosotis, early flowering, 3-in.. $4 per 100. Mosbaek Greenhouse Co., Onarga, 111. MUSHROOM SPAWN. Geneva, N. Y. Peonies only by the wholesale. Best 100 Heliotrope, 2-ln., 2c. Byer Bros.. Cham- ■bersburg. Pa. varieties. J. P. Rosenfield, West Point, Neb. Peonies, a superb collection. Jackson & HOLLYHOCKS. Mushroom Spawn. Lambert's Pure Cul- ture. American Spawn Co., St. Paul, Minn. Mushroom Spawn. Sure crop. $8 per 100 lbs. Weeber & Don, 114 Chambers St., N. Y. mXRSIKT STOCK. PEPPERS. Hollyhocks, double field-grown, true to color, strong stalk, red, white, pink, yellow, maroon and black; colors separate. Also Al- legheny or Everblooming In mixture, $3 per 100; $25 per 1,000. Going fast. Order today. Cash. W. W. Wllmore, Box 382, Denver, Colo. Hollyhocks, double, in separate colors, out of 4-in. pots, extra heavy and healthy. Price 48 per 100. A. L. MILLER, Florist and Nurseryman. Jamaica Ave., Opp. Schenck Ave.. Brooklyn, N. Y. Celestial peppers, from seed bed, $1 per 100. Mosbaek Greenhouse Co., Onarga, 111. PETUNIAS. Nursery stocK, evergreens, shade and or- namental trees, shrubs, vines, trained dwarf and standard fruit trees, grape vines, small fruits. Bobbink & Atkins, Rutherford, N. J. Nursery stock, blue spruce, berried plants, climbing plants, clematis, conifers, ever- greens, funklas, Japan maples, hydrangeas. Jacs Smlts, Ltd., Naarden, Holland. Nursery stock. Clematis, ampelopsis, tree hydrangeas, lilacs, shrubs, vines and peren- nials. Jackson & Perkins, Newark, N. Y. Petunias, dbl. mixed, 2-ln., $2 per 100; $18.50 per 1,000; 3-ln., $3. Dreer's single, same price. R. Vincent, Jr., & Sons Co., White Marsh, Md. Petunias, dbl. fringed. 5 good vars., rooted cuttings, Ic. J. L. Schiller, Toledo, O. Petunias, dbl., $3 per 100. Joseph H. Cun- Hollyhocks, assorted, 2% -in., 3o, Mos- baek Greenhouse Co., Onarga, 111. ningham, Delaware, O. PRIMULAS. HYDRANGEAS. Primula obconica, 2%-ln., $2 per 100; 300 Nursery stock, large trees, oaks, maples, pines and hemlocks. Andorra Nurseries, Chestnut Hill, Philadelphia. Nursery stock arbor vltae (Thuya occl- dentalls), 3 to 4 ft, 4 to 6 ft. trees. The Wm. H. Moon Co., Morrlsvllle, Pa. Viburnum pllcatum, 2 to 3 ft., 12c. Dingee & Conard Co., West Grove, Pa, Nursery stock, ornamental trees and shrubs. W. & T. Smith Co.. Geneva, N. T. ORCHIDS. Hydrangea Arborescens Grandlflora Alba. The true large flowering forcing variety, warranted true, 2^4 -In. pots, $3 per 100; 1- for $5. J. C. Schmidt, Bristol, Pa. PRIVET. year fleld-grown, strong, 12 to 18 Inches, $6 per 100; $55 per 1,000, New trade list ready. ■Write for It today. The Good & Reese Co., 50,000 California privet and Ampelopsis Veltchil. fleld-grown. Ben]. Connell, Mer- chantvllle, N. J. The Largest Rose Growers m the World, ■Sprlngfleid, O. California privet, 6 to 12 Ins., $3 per 1,000; 13 to 18 Ins., $6, Lancaster Co. Hydrangea Arborescens Grandlflora. We have the largest stock of str<5ng 2-year plants In America. Plants 2 to 3 feet, $2.50 per doz; $15 per 100; $140 per 1,000. Good plants, 15 to 20 Inches, $10 per 100. List free. E. T. Teas, Centervllle, Ind. Nurseries. R. P. D. No. 7, Lancaster, Pa- Callfornla privet, 10 to 16 Inches, branched, $10 per 1,000. Larger sizes at low rates. E. Y. Teas, Centervllle, Ind. Orchids Importers, exporters, growers and hybridists. Sander, St. Albans, England. New York office, room 1, 235 Broadway. Orchid peat, rotted azelea peat, leaf mold, live or baked sphagnum moss, C. W. Brownell Co., Walden, N. Y. Orchids, all commercial, cattleyas and novelties. Carlllo & Baldwin, Seacaucus, N. J. Orchids. Largest stock In the country. Julius Roehrs Co.. Rutherford, N. J. RHODODENDRONS. Hydrangea Arborescens Grandlflora Alba (grown from stock obtained from The B, ■O. Hill Co.). Field grown 15 to 20 Ins., $7 per 100; $65 per 1,000; a smaller size, $5 per 100; 2%-ln.. $3 per 100; $25 per 1,000. John A. Doyle, Springfield, O. Hydrangea Otaksa. rooted cuttings at tl.50 per 100. J. H. Fiesser, Hamilton Ave., North Bergen. N. J. Hydrangea panlculata, grandl, 18 to 24 Rhododendrons. Jacs Smlts, Ltd.. Naar- den, Holland. RESURRECTION PLANTS. Resurrection Plants. — We are strictly head- quarters for the Mexican resurrection plant, and ship all over the world. Dormant plants, guaranteed to "resurrect," $2 per 100, delivered; $10 per 1,000; 6.00O at $8.60; Ins., 6c; 2 to 3 ft,, 9c. Dingee & Conard Co., West Grove, Pa. Orchids of all kinds. Lager & Hurrell, Summit, N. J, Also cacti. The Francis E. Lester Com- pany, Dept. L. S., Mesllla Park, N. M. If Yod Do Not Find What Yoe Need in Our Ready Reference Department, Write Us About it 610 The American Florist, April It, ROOTED CUTTINGS. Rooted cuttings: Heliotrope, $1 per 100: t8 per 1,000; daisies, {1 per 100; Coleus, 70o per 100; J6 per 1,000; Feverfew, J1.7B per 100; {10 per 1,000; petunias, J1.25 per 100; $10 per 1,000; salvias, $1 per 100; {3 per 1,000; alyssum, 80c per 100; ageraiums, 60c per 100; J6 per 1,000. S. D. Brant, Clay Center, Kans. Rooted cuttings, prepaid per 100: Hello- trope, %\. Fuchsias, S kinds, Jl. Paris, daisies, Jl. Cuphea, 76c. Vlnca var., 90c. Coleus, 10 kinds, 60c. Alternantheras. 3 kinds, 60c. Ageratum, 3 kinds. 60c. Swaln- sona alba, $1. Dbl. petunias, 10 kinds, Jl. Byer Bros., Cha mbersburg, Pa. Rooted cuttings, for varieties and prices see advertisement elsewhere in this issue. C. Elsele, 11th and Westmoreland Sts., Phila- delphia, Pa^ ROSES. ROSE PLANTS, 2% -INCH POTS. 100 1000 American Beauty J5 J45 Kaiserin 4 35 Mrs. Jardine 4 35 Killarney 5 45 Bride 3 25 Bridesmaid 3 25 Richmond 3 25 WIETOR BROS. 61 Wabash Avenue. Chicago. Roses, 2-in., Maid and Bride, $3 per 100; J20 per 1,000. My Maryland, ?5 per 100; J40 per 1,000. Mrs Jardine. J4 per 100; $35 per 1,000. Bench Richmond, J4 per 100; $30 per 1,000. J. A. Budlong, 37-39 Randolph St., Chicago. Roses, grafted and own root, KiUarneyj Richmond, My Maryland, White Killarney, Kaiserin, Bride and Bridesmaid. W. H. Elliott, Brighton, Mass. Roses, hardy field-grown. For varieties and prices, see advertisement elsewhere in this issue. F. R. Pierson Co., Tarrytown- on-Hudson. N. Y. Roses, for varieties and prices, see page advertisement elsewhere In this issue. Ar- thur T Boddington, 342 W. 14th St., New York. . Roses, Killarney, 2%-in., 4o. Perle, 3-ln., Be. Chatenay, 2% -In., 3c. J. F. Ammann, Edwardsviiie, 111. Roses on own roots, budded, bedding, H. Ps., hybrids and teas. W. & T. Smith Co., Geneva , N. Y. Taft rose, 2%-in., $15 per 100. J. M. Mc- Cullough's Sons Co.. 316 Walnut St., Cin- clnnati, O. Roses. Bride, Maid, Golden Gate, 3-ln., J5 per 100. Geo. M. Emmans. Newton. N. J. Roses, Newport Fairy, 50c each; $20 per 100. Julius Roehrs Co., Rutherford, N. J . Roses, Bridesmaid, 2-ln., 2V4c. W. W. Coles. Kokomo. Ind. Roses, leading varieties. E. G. Hill Co., Richmond. Ind. Roses, leading varieties. Leedle Floral Co.. Springfield, O. Rose Dorothy Perkins. Barry, Rochester, N. Y. EUwanger & Roses, 3-ln., Wood Bros., Flshklll, N. Y. SALVIAS. Salvia Bonfire, strong, 2-in. plants from seed, ready to shift, $1.75 per 100: $17 per 1,000 cash. This is fine stock, must move it to ge t room. N. E. Beck, Massillon. O. Salvia Bavaria (the white Zurich). 1910 introduction, nice plants, 2-in.. $1 per doz. J. L. Schiller. Toledo, O. Salvias. Zurich, Bonfire and Splendens, 2^-in., $2.50 per 100. Mosbaek Greenhouse Co.. Onarga, 111. SEEDS. Seeds, onion, lettuce, sweet peas, carrot, celery, leek, mustard, parsley, parsnip, rad- ish salsify. C. C. Morse & Co., 48-56 Jack- son St.. San Francisco. Calif. HYBRID GERBERAS (Adnet's strain). Crop IDIO. $9 per 1.000 seeds; $60 per 10.000 seeds, from the originator. Cash. Adnet, Antibes, France. Seeds, beans, peas, sweet corn, onion, beet, turnip, etc. The Everett B. Clark Seed Co., Mllford. Conn.; East Jordan, Mich.; Sister Bay, Wis. ^^^^ Seeds, sweet peas, for varieties and prices, see advertisement elsewhere in this issue. Weeber & Don, 114 Chambers St., New York. Seeds, dwarf Erfurt cauliflower and Dan- ish Ballhead cabbage. L,. Daehnfeldt, Odense, Denmark. Seeds, onion, lettuce, radish, sweet peas, etc. Pieters-Wheeler Seed Co., IloIIister. Calif. Seeds, Phoenix Roebelenl. Sander, T. Mellstrom, Representative, 235 Broadway, New York. Seeds, specialties. Stocks, pansies. cycla- mens, etc. Pape & Bergmann, Quedllnburg, Germany. Seeds, Cauliflower Danish Snowball. $6.60 per lb. Cabbage Danish Ballhead, 50c per lb. Ditlev Eltzholtz & Co., Ringe, Denma rk. Seeds, Stokes' standard. 219 Market St., Philadelphia. Seed, pansy. 1,000 seeds, 26c; 1 oz,, $2.25. H. Wrede, Luneburg. Germany. Seeds, sweet peas. Christinas Pink and Den- zer, $2 lb. Chas. H. Totty, Madison, N. J. Seeds, all kinds. Bridgman's Seed Ware- house, 37 E. 19th St., New York. Seeds. Landreth Seed Establishment. Bloomsdale Farms. Bristol, Pa. Seeds. Vick's Quality. James VIck's Sons, Rochester, N. Y. Seeds of all kinds. W. W. Johnson & Son. Ltd.. Boston. England. Seeds, all kinds. J. M. Thorburn & Co., 33 Barclay St., New York. Vegetable seeds, plants, sold direct. Cata- logue free. Glick Seed Farms, Lancaster, Pa. Seeds. Bermuda onion. Federico C. Va- rela. Teneriffe. Canary Islands. Seed, asters. Vick & Hill, Box 4613, Rochester, N. Y. Seeds, garden, field and flower. S. D. Woodruff & Sons. 82-84 Dey St., New York. Contract Growers. Seeds, peas, beans. Alfred J. Brown Seed Co., Grand Rapids, Mich. Seeds, field, garden and flower. Routzahn Seed Co., Arroyo Grande. Calif. Seeds, sweet peas, tomatoes, Lima beans, lettuce, asters, cosmos and other flower seeds. John Bodger & Sons. Gardena. Calif. Seeds, beans, cucumber, tomato, radish, pea, muskmelon, squash, watermelon, sweet corn. S. M. Isbell & Co., Jackson. Mich, Seeds, sweet peas. Anton Zvolanek, Boundbrook, N. J. Seeds, lettuce, onions, sweet peas, aster, cosmos, mignonette, verbena. Waldo Roh- nert, Gilroy, Calif. Seeds, Cauliflower and cabbage. Hjalmar Hartman & Co., 31 Barclay St., New York, and 12 Stormgade, Copenhagen. Seeds, growers for the wholesale trade only. Braslan Seed Growers" Co., San Jose, Calif. California seed contracts. Kimberlln Seed Co., Santa Clara, Calif. SMILAX. Smllax. 2%-ln.. $3 per 100. West End Greenhouses. Lincoln. 111. Smllax. W^ood Bros., Fishklll, N. Y. SPKEAS. Splrea Japonlca, 6-ln., 25c each; $2.60 per doz. Vaughan's Seed Store, Chicago and N. Y . Spireas. J. Smits, Ltd.. Naarden. Holland. STEVIA. Stevla. R. C, prepaid, 75e per 100. Chas. Frost. Kenilworth, N. J. STOVE PLANTS. stove plants and crotons. Finest collec- tion. Julius Rnehrs Co.. Rutherford. N. J. SWAINSONA. Swalnsona alba, 2-ln., $2 per 100. R. Vin- cent, Jr., & Sons Co., White Marsh, Md. VEGEIABLE PLANTS. A'EGETABLE PLANTS. Per 1,000 Cabbage, transplanted $ 3.60 " seedlings 1.25 Cauliflower, seedlings 4.00 transplanted 5.00 Celery, seedlings 1.25 " transplanted 3.50 Egg plants, seedlings 3.00 " " pot plants 25.00 Peppers, seedlings 3.00 pot plants 25.00 Tomatoes, seedlings 2.00 " plants, per 100 4.00 Mosbaek Greenhouse Co. Onarga, 111. Vegetable plants, beet. 20o per 100; $1.2; per 1,000. Egg plant, 40o per 100; J2 per 1,000. Pepper, Bull Nose, Sweet Mountain Ruby King, 40c per 100; $2 per 1,000; To- mato, small plants, Earliana, Early Jewel, Dwarf Stone, Champion, Ponderosa, Match- less, 30c per 100; $2 per 1,000. Tomato, small plants. Stone, Paragon, Favorite, Suc- cess, 20c per 100; $1 per 1,000. R. Vincent Jr., & Sons Co., White Marsh, Md. ' Extra heavy asparagus roots, $1 per 100; $4 per 1,000. Mosbaek Greenhouse Co' Onarga, 111. VERBENAS. Verbenas, 2-ln., $2 per 100; $18.60 per 1,000; 3-ln., $3. R. Vincent, Jr., & Sons Co., White Marsh, Md. Lemon verbena, R. C, prepaid, 75c per 100. Chas. Frost, Kenilworth, N. J. Verbenas, assorted, 2 '4 -in., $2 per 100. Mosbaek Greenhouse Co., Onarga. 111. Verbenas. J. L. Dillon, Bloomsb urg, Pa. VINCAS. Vinca minor, the hardy vlnca for ceme- tery planting and under trees, where grass will not grow; well rooted layers, $1.50 per 100: $10 per 1,000. E. T. Teas. Centervllle. Ind. Vinca variegated, 2^4 -in., $2.50 per 100; 3-in., 6c; 4-in.. 12c. Vinca minor, field- grown, $5 per 100. Mosbaek Greenhouse Co., Onarga, 111. Surplus stock, 500 Vinca Variegated, field- grown and carried over in a cold house In 4-in. pots. $5 per 100. Joy Floral Co.. Nash- ville^ ^ Vinca, 2>^, 3 and 4-in.. $3] $5 and $& per 100. West ETnd Greenhouses. Lincoln. 1 11. Vinca var., R. C, prepaid, 75c per 100. Chas. Frost. Kenilworth. N. J. VIOLETS, VIOLETS. Baronne A. de Rothschild Is making good everywhere, as the most free and most fragrant single In cultivation. Size and stem equal to Princess, color a shade darker. Rooted runners or divisions, ready in April. Book your order now, at $6 per 100; $50 per 1.000. F. W. Fletcher Co., Au- burndale, Mass. Violets, Princess of Wales and Luxonne and California, rooted runners, clean and free from disease, $1 per 100; $8 per 1,000. Special price for large quantities. Cash with order. Jacques Gillmet, Moylan, Dela- ware^ Violets. Wood Bros., Pishkill, N. T. KNIVES. Razor steel, hand forged, postpaid. Propa- gating, 50c; budding, 35c; grafting. 25c; pruning, 75c. Cat. free. Maher & Groscb Co., 91 A St.. Toledo, Ohio. MISCELLANEOUS. Clara cemetery vases, 12 Ins., $2.50 per doz.; barrel of 3 doz., $6. Vaughan's Seed Store. Chicago and New York. Plant bed cloth, waterproof sheeting, hay caps, etc. Henry Derby, 123 F. Chambers St.. N. Y. Pillsbury's Carnation Staple, 50c per l.OOO postpaid. I. L. Pillsbury. Galesburg. 111. POTS, PANS, ETC "NUFP SED." Best red pots are made by Geo. E'. Feustel. Fairport. Iowa. The Red Pot. C. C Pollworth Co.. All roads connect with Milwaukee. Pots, florist red. Peters & Reed Pottery Co.. Zanesville. O. Pots. Syracuse red. Syracuse Pottery Co., Syracuse. N. Y. STAKES. Cane Stakes. Standard grade 6 to 8 feet, per 100, 85c; 600 for $3; $5.60 for 1,000. Pipe stems about 6 feet, per 100. 60o; per 1,000. $6. Vaughan's Seed Store, Chicago. WIRE DESIGNS. Headquarters for wire work. Send for list. F. W. Ball, 31 E. 3rd St., Clncln- natl, O. Best. Cheapest, 160,000 designs always In stock. Quick delivery. Scranton Florist Supply Co., Scranton, Pa. WIRE HANGING BASKETS. WIRE HANGING BASKETS. 10-in. . .$1.25 per doz. 16-ln. . .$2.40 per doz. 12-in... 1.76 per doz. 18-ln... 4.00 per doz. 14-in. . . 2.00 per doz. Scranton Florist Supply Co., Scranton, Pa. Wire baskets. D. U. Augspurger & Sons Co., Box 778, Peoria, 111. If Yob Oo M FinC What Yoy Need in Our Ready Ref^ence Department, Write Us About it igio. The American Florist. 611 ^" Has stood the test of over a Quarter of a Century. THOMSON'S Vine, Plant and Vegetable MANURE UNRIVALLED FOR Vines Tomatoes. Cucumbers, all Flowermsr. Foliaee and Fruit bearing Plants, Vegetablis. Lawns, etc. The result of many years practical experience. PERFECT PLANT FOODS Sold by Lrad np American Setdsmen. Thomson's Special Chrysanthemum and Topdressing Manure Freight paid on quantities. Wrile fir our special offer to the American trade pamphlets, agents' circulars, etc. to SOlC makers, WM, THOMSON fi SONS, Ltd., Tweed Vineyard. Clovenfords, Scotland Iron Reservoir Vases AND LawnSettees Manufactured by McDonald BROS., COLUMBUS, O. Tbelarsest manu- facturers of these goods in America Send for cataloeue Now is the time to make up WIRE BASKETS For spring selling. We Have the Best Basket in the Market. Try them this season. 10-in $1.60 per doz.; .$12.50 per 100 12-in 2.00 per doz.; 15.00 per 100 14-in 3.00 per doz.; 20.00 per 100 D.U.Augspurger& Sons Co. Box 778, PEORIA, ILL . MISSION PLANT BOXES. Are the best and cheapest plant boxes in the market for large plants, boxwoods, bay trees, etc. They are attractive in de- sign strong and durable. Suit- able for either outdoor or in- door use. Write for prices. WAGNER PARK CONSERVATORIES, Sidney. Oblo. Crimped Invisible Superior Carnation Staple (patent applied for.) For repairing split carnations. 1000 for 50 cents Postpaid. L. J. WAITC, 293 Main SL, Springfield, Mast ANOKA, MINN. — The Easter trade at the Anoka Greenhouse Co. exceeded that of last year by 25 per cent. All stock was in prime condition except violets, which were driven out by the hot weather. I Ammoniated Lawn Lime Kills Weeds. Makes Grass Crow. Applied as a light top dressing to lawns it kills all flat leaved weeds such as Dandelion, Daisy, Plantain, Sorrel, Chickweed, Moss, etc., in 48 hours and without other fertilizer produces a wonderful, luxuriant, rich, green growth of lawn grass — which is distinctly noticable 50 feet away. The use of Ammoniated Lawn Lime supersedes hand weeding of lawns, putting greens, etc. It saves the grass from being pulled up and in many cases ruined. Grasses lake a new vigorous growth, avoiding probable trouble in the future. Q..J. ^ If very weedy 1-lb. to 40 square feet, 25-lbs to 1000 llS,riLlLl6SI square feet, (20x60). Half to one-quarter amount if moderately weedy. ABSOLUTELY GUARANTEED. Money refunded if not satisfactory. We want Seedsmen or Florists as agents and distributors in every important city and town. 1?a4-o|1 Pt*ir>AC* 2-lb. cans, 25c, 50 cans per case. 5-lb. cans 60c, XXCLd.ll 1 11^C;0. 20 cans per case. Bags, 25-lbs. $2.00; 50-lbs. $3.50; 100-lbs. $6.00; 1000-lbs. and over 5c per lb. Descriptive Circular and Wholesale Prices on Request. SUPERIOR CHEMICAL CO., (Incorporated.) Louisville, Kentucky. The "Meyer Green Silkaline" I BEST IN THEji, iJOHN C.MEYER & CO. ^ B0ST0N,MAS5. is the only Green Thread that should be used by florists and growers. It is guaranteed full weight and full measure. Also Violet Thread for tying up Vio- lets. Price of both, $1.26 per lb. express or freight paid in good sized orders. JOHN C. MEYER & CO., 1*49 Middlesex St., Lowell, Mass. Evergreen Brand Flower Fertilizer. A Pure Plant Food immediately available. It permanently enriches the soil. It prevents the onslaught of plant diseases or insect pests. Can be used at any time during the growing season, dry or in solution. Put up in 12 pound cans. Price, $2.00 each. For Sale by Leading Jobbers Further information can^be obtained from Manufacturers, 64-66 Wabash Ave., CHICAGO- D. D. JOHNSON CO., I I The Mastin Automatic Whitewash and Spraying Machine Is Reliable, Practical and Durable The tank is made of galvanized sheet steel, and in brass. The pump isof brass throuBhout. simple and powerful. The mixing' device keeps the contents of the tank well stirred up from start to finish. When the machine is filled to within six inches of the top. a few strokes of the pump will compress enough air in the tank to produce a continuous mist-like spray for 15 minutes. All parts are made to gauge and may be had for repairs. Ask your dealer about our Extension Hosc, Extension Rods, and the Mastin Wtlitewash Nozzle for Bordeaux mixture. Sold through Seedsmen, Dealers in Florists' and Poultry Supplies. J. G. MASTIN & CO., 3124 West Lake St., CHICAGO, ILL. 612 The American Florist. April i6, ^Bumham Why buy half a boiler and then tjet a mason to build the other half P When you buy a Burn ham you buy a base too. No bricking in expense. LORD AND BURNHAM CO. IRVINGTON. N. Y. New York. Boston. PliUadelpUa. Chicago. WILKS' Hot Wafer Boilers ARE THE MOST ECONOAaCAL Boiler for Greenhouses No Night Fireman Reanlred with oar SELF-FEEDING HOT WATER BOILERS. Send for Catalog and Prices. S. WILKS MFG. CO., 3603 Shields Ave. CHICAGO. Steel ReturnTubularBoilers The Most Economical Type of Boiler for Greenhouse Heating. Highly recommended bj' well-known florists. JOHNSTON HEATING CO., "ggw^ Vo'^g'- Lenox, Mass. The annual rose and carnation night of the Horticultural Society was held April 2, and was a decided success; the members turned out in full force and were amply rewarded for their trouble. Seldom if ever have roses and carnations been seen in Berk- shire county of such a high quality, upwards of 50 vases being staged for competition in the various classes. As a scarlet, Beacon was largely exhib- ited, while White Perfection, Enchan- tress, Winsor, Bay State, Rose Pink, Enchantress and Octoroon were strongly exhibited in their respective colors. An exhibit on which special praise was bestowed was two magni- ficent vases of Mrs. C. W. Ward and Alma Ward, carnations, exhibited by the Cottage Gardens Co., Queens, N. T., and these were unanimously awarded a first cfess certificate, the society's highest award. Another ex- hibit which was greatly admired was an exceedingly fine vase of 50 flowers of a new carnation, White House, ex- hibited by Dailledouze Bros., Brook- lyn, N. Y. This variety was shown in the best of condition, which speaks well for its shipping qualities. The flowers are borne on long stiff stems The Superior Standard RETURN FLUE FIRE BOX BOILER contains more heating surface, and less water space tiian any other steel boiler. ^ of thr heating surface is in the tubes. Ask the man that knows the one using differe n t style boilers —names are yours o r the asking. After using our boiler one season, you will say like all others: Nothing but "Superior" fop me. This boiler has'given better satisfaction than any other boiler on the market MADE IN NINE (9) SIZES FOR HOT WATER. Send for catalogue and list of growers that are using this boiler. THE SUPERIOR MACHINE & BOILER WORKS, 840 -850 Superior St., Chicago. 1^. U v.- '^v: IIK-' K-. 'Curved Eave Combination At Derliy, N. Y. A decidedly pleasing combination of our Curvilinear ' Palm House and Curved Eave Wings. It works out even more effectively than if it was all Curved Eave. And i now that we mention Curved Eaves, what do you know ', about our particular way of building them? It would be a good thing to find out. Write us. Hitchings & Co. >'52w%r^' \)l; / lEKROESCHELL BOILER IS THE ONLY PERFECT HOT WATER BOILER. ( NOT CAST IRON ) Has water la front, sides, top and a water back. Made In 15 sizes, heating 6,000 to 60,000 square feet of glass to 60° at 15° below lero. Prices and cata oeue on application. KROESGHELL BROS. CO. 452 W. Erie St. CHICAGO. and measure fully 3 % inches across. This was also awarded a first class certificate. The following were the principal awards: Elm Court Farm was first for 25 Enchantress and Winsor carnations, and 12 American Beauty and Rich- mond roses. A. H. Wing-ett was first for 25 Beacon and 12 Bay State car- nations, and 12 President Carnot roses. S. Carlquist was first for 12 White Perfection, Beacon, Enchantress, Octo- roon and Rose Pink Enchantress car- nations. J. J. Donohoe was first for 25 My Maryland and second for 12 American Beauty roses, Winsor, Bea- con, M. A. Patten and Rose Pink Enchantress carnations, and was also awarded a certificate of cultural com- mendation for an extra fine vase of Stock Queen Alexandra. The judges were: E. Jenkins, D. Speirs, W. Jack and A. J. Jenkins. G. Breed read an interesting paper on "The Orchards of the Berkshires," dealing with the best varieties, soils, pests and general man- agement, etc, G. H. I. igio. The American Florist. 613 A (latter With a Reputation ^^\zAr Atk lk« mui who hat tried them. For further puticului. write to GEO. M. GARLAND CO., DU riAiNia. nx. Mention the American Florist when writing Write to us about Materials and Plans for any size aod style of GfiEENHOUSE for lew structure or repairs. Hot Bed Sash ^? ""''' "L "» »««^fc M.rK,'KM. ..^ ^^CT.* gi^g required. Pecky Cypreaa for benches, lastioe and least eiDeoslTe, The Foley Mfg. Co., WaUn Ave and 20Ui SL CHICAGO. Uention the American Florist when writing Plant Bed Cloth For Florists Gardeners. Truck Farmers, etc. Protects from frost. Best shade in summer. Sold by leadine seedsmen. Waterproof Sheeting, Hay Caps, Etc. HENRY DERBY, 123 F. Chambers St.. New York. Orange, N. J. The regular monthly meeting- of the New Jersey Horticultural Society was held on April 8, when Geo, Smith ad- dressed the society upon "The Florist Versus the Private Gardener," Mr. Smith described the importance of the gardener to the community, engaged as he was in producing what was next to God's greatest creation. The speaker seemed to think that a gardener might become a florist, yet the last seldom became a good gardener. In the floral display, Lager & Hurrell staged a col- lection of cattleyas, dendrobiums, mlltonias and phalaenopsis of extraor- dinary beauty and fine contrasting color. Of chief note among these was a Dendrobium nobile of the Ashworth variety, which is a pure white, and was exhibited for the first time in this country. Thomas Jones, of Summit, contributed a vase of wallflowers. A letter from Hitchings & Co., offering a fine silver cup was read. It was de- cided to offer this at the dahlia show in October. The contest for 13 silver cups brought out a large display of carnations, some roses and other flow- ers. The judges for the evening were John Hayes and Edward Eccles. J. B. D. Maximum __. _ _. Strength. Kiiig Iroii Fraiiic. Minimum Shade. "ASK THK MAN WHO HAS ONE" Cochrane & McKay, Chicaeo. III., two 21 (t. by 141 ft. H. E, Asplin Rocky River. O,. 54 (t, by 175 ft, Wm, Kriegler LansioK. Mich.. 28 ft. by 100 ft. F. Maler. Denver, Colo., two 21 ft. by 100 ft. Teierler. Denver. Colo.. 25 ft. by 125 ft. Brehmer. Chillicothe. O.. 42 ft. by 175 ft. Witthuhn. Cleveland. 0.. 30 ft. by 66 ft. F. Crump. Colorado Sprines. Colo., 21 ft. by 150 ft. F. Holberc Denver, Colo,, three 25 ft by 125 ft, Walla Walla Floral Co,, Walla Walla. Wash., two 32 ft, by 100 ft, Less Expensive to Erect Than Wood. King Construction Co., North Tonawanda, N. Y. Steam Traps The Morehead Return Steam Trap is specially designed and constructed for greenhouse steam heating plants. It fills the dual capacity of steam trap and feed water pump. It will create conditions enabling the florist to grow better flowers; save on fuel, water and labor bills, and derive general all around satisfaction from the installation. Send for "Florist Trap Book." MOREHEAD M'F'G. CO., Dept. N, Detroit, Mich. U. S. R0GKIN6 GRATE BAR CO., Gri?a.to I>oe» rt! Saves JO to 25% of tlie coal your boiler is using; . Positive guarantee given Send for circular "N" and our famous Lecture on Combustion. 77 Mm Boulevard, CHICAGO. Use Mr patiBt Iroi Biiek FlttiRis aid Roof Supports. ^ IMPf^OVCO THE JENNINGS IRON GUTTER. IMPROVED VAPORIZING PANS For Tobacco Extracts, etc Send (or Circulars. DILLER, CASKEY & KEEN, 8. W. Camer Stztb and Berk Streets PHO^ADELPHIA, VEKTILATHI6 APPARATUS. The Standard Steam Trap Has established a record far above that of any other trap for florists; being very simple, dur- able and easily taken care of. Catalogues of the Trap, Duplex Gutter, and Standard Ventilat- ing Machinery, mailed free apoa application. HIPPARD, Youn^stown, 614 The American Florist. April /6, Flowers of the Var VaUey. The Valley of the Var has been rightly described, observes the "Globe," as the metropolis of flowers. Bathed in the brilliant sunshine of the Riviera and Provence, the climate is emi- nently suitable for their culture, and acres of jasmine, violets, roses, orange, and other flowers scent the air with their delicious fragrance. For seven months out of the 12, the flower farms of Nice, Cannes, and Grasse produce enormous quantities of flowers, which are principally used in the Grasse dis- tilleries, where they are made into scents. The trafiBc in cut flowers is also so great that the market garden- ers and florists of Cannes and the neighborhood dispatch nearly 400 tons of cut flowers during the spring and summer months to different parts of Europe. The season begins with the double Parma violets in January. They were planted in October in long furrows under the shade of the olive, citron, and lemon trees, to protect them from the heat of the sun. In November dots of color appear among the leaves; the green is gradually overpowered, till in December, the whole plantation bursts into a glorious sheet of vivid blue. The blossoms are picked twice a week, for they lose their fragrance if allowed to remain long on the plant. Scents are sold so cheaply in these days, that it will come as a surprise to some people to learn that the essen- tial oils of some of the commonest plants nearly touch the price of radi- um. Pure essence of violets is quoted by some of the Grasse distillers at over £112 an ounce; 33 tons of fresh flowers are required to obtain a kilo of essence, and often a kilo of fresh violets costs a shilling (24 cents) a pound to buy. Violet essence, can, however, be marvellously imitated by a compound of tincture of orris root, which, when cleansed with alcohol and solidified, has an odor of violets, stronger than the perfume of the actual flowers themselves, and resem- bles the genuine violet scent so closely that only experts can tell the differ- ence. The violet season lasts till the end of March, and the flower farms of Nice and Cannes together grow nearly 400,000 pounds weight of violets an- nually. From May to the end of Septem- ber is the busiest time of all the busy year to the flower farmers, for roses, orange, jasmine, lemon-scented ger- anium, heliotrope and many other flowers besides herbs, are theu in full bearing, and the people are in the fields from morning till night, picking the blossoms, separating the petals, and taking them to the perfumeries. Roses are cultivated by the thousands, and in the season as many as 150 tons are gathered in the prov- ince of the Alpes Maritimes. They are celebrated for a peculiarly deli- cate perfume exhaled by the flow- ers, which is said to he due to the pollen carried by the bees from the orange groves to the rose beds. Di- rectly the blo.ssoms are picked they are taken to the factories, spread upon a cool floor, and the petals separated from the stalks. Roses in the Var valley are principally used for the manufacture of spirituous extracts, pomades, and soaps; verv little attar is prepared, the enormous number of flowers required to make even a small quantity prevents its being sold in suf- ficient quantity to insure a profit. Even more important than the rose to the flower farmer is the orange tree, and he considers it the most lucrative of his stock. From the flow- ers he obtains an otto worth 10 shil- lings, and a fat worth eight shillings the ounce, and when distilled with water the blossoms yield a fragrant oil used in making eau de Col- k are easy to kill with The fumigating Kind Tobacco Powder $3.00 per bag 100 lbs. Satisfaction piiaranteed or money back ; why try cheap Bulistittiies that makers do not dare to guarantee ? THE E 1. STOOTBOFF CO., MOUNT VERNON, K. T. Eagle Machine Works T Richmond, Ind. Manufacturers of Ring Stakes for small plants, Richmond Carnation Supporis. Rose and Mum Stakes. Toothpicks 10.000, .S1.75: .SO.OOO. S7.50. Manufactured by W J. COWEE, Berlin. N. Y. Sample free. For sale by dealers. ogne: from the leaves another fat worth three shillings the ounce; from the rind of the fruit an otto worth 12-16 shillings the pound, and when all the juice has been extracted, the pulp is sold to feed the cows, and greatly improves the quality of their milk. The wood of the tree, which is yellowish-white and close grained, is used for inlaying and turnery. In the Var valley the orange is chiefly cultivated for its blossoms. The sea- son begins in April; gathering the flowers is weary, back-breaking work, for the pickers sit hour after hour, perched up in the trees under the blazing sun, and many fall to the ground, overcome by a peculiar form of syncope, caused by the intense fragrance of the blossoms. Rose leaf geraniums, mignonette, tuberose, jas- mine, and other flowers occupy the grower till October, and the flower cycle ends in December with the cassia and the olive. The Valley of the Var was cele- Ijrated during the middle ages and during the thirteenth century the little down of Grasse, round which the flow- er trade centers, rivalled Marseilles in commercial importance. Though its greatness is now a thing of the past, it has never lost its position in the perfume industry of France. The peasants who grow the flowers and prepare them for the market are a hardworking, thrifty race. In many cases it is they who own the farms and who dispose of their produce to the perfumers the prices they receive varying with the amount and quality of the flowers they sell. They are all born gardeners, and their speech bears many evidences that their forefathers inherited the trade from the Arabs, who were excellent agriculturists. They are never out of work. During the summer months, when the plants are in full bearing, every man, woman, and child is employed, and during the winter which is very short they are busy collecting, melting, washing, and clarifying the grease, lard, and beef suet in readiness for the coming sum- mer. They live mostly on bread and vegetables, with goats' flesh once a week for a treat. As their trade is never fluctuating, they manage to save a considerable sum during the year. Carman's Antipest raSICTICIDE AND rUNGICIDI For the Garden, Orchard and Greenhonte NoD-poisoDous aod harmless to Tef?etatioD. Kills Green Fly, Aphides, Bark Lice, Thrlps Mealy Bug, Red Spider. Scale, wire worms, Anti and Slu^s. Tbisisthe erower'a Friend Handy to use. cheap and effective, mi>e readily in water. Destroys all insect pests and keeps down filth. Circulars on appli- cation. $1.50 per gallon. Also in quarts, half iiallons and in bulk, PERFECTION CHEMICAL CO., FLUSHING, N. Y. 1 Mention the American Florist when writing THE BEST Bug Killer and Bloom Saver For FKOOr Write to P. R. PALETHORPE COMPANY, Owensboro, Kj This Kills Mildew Every Time. For particulars write BENJAMIN DORKANCE, Rose Growers, Dorranceton, Penna. The Regan Priming House LAKoi Kuas or CATALOGUES WKTTE FOR FIGDRU. 91 Plymouth fiace, CHXCAOO Gorham & Chapline Printcry ^-. ^^Jcl'S' HALFTONES, ENGRAVINGS and PRINTING FOR FLORISTS. 358 Dearborn Street, CHICAGO. which they regularly deposit in the savings bank, and we learn that "the wealth per head of this peasant popu- lation is equal to that of our most flourishing English commercial towns." We in England could learn many a lesson from the flower farmers in the valley of the Var. — Gardeners' Maga- zine. igio. The American Florist. 615 F^OR 44 f9 HEWS STANDARD POTS POT MAKERS FOR 140 YEARS WORLDS LARGEST MANUFACTURERS Pearson Street, LONG ISLAND CITT, N.T. WRITE FOR CATALOG AND DISCOUNTS. A. H. HEWS & CO. Established 1 765. CAMBRIDGE, MASS. 452-460 No. Branch St., CHICAGO VLL. THE ART OF FloraL... Arrangement. The first special newspaper in the world for floral arrangement. 400 Partiallif Colored lllust'^tions Annually. Specimen nnmber free. Subscription, $2.90 yearly. BINDEKUNST-VERLAG, J. Olbartz, ERFURT, GERMANY. Hcntion the American Florist when writing Now is the Time To Subscribe to the Horticultural Trade Journal Published weekly. The Largest Brightest and Best British Trade PublicatioD, Also THE INTERNATIONAL EDITION Published quarterly. Annual sub- scriptJoD for weekly and quarterly Dumbers. One Dollar. (Interna- tional money orden. Subscrike today and keep in touch with European markets and topics. The Horticultural Printing Company, BUKNLET. ENGLAND. ilention the American Florist tohen writing Florists' Refrigerators Write us for catalog and prices, stating size you require, and for what kind of cut flowers you wish to use the refrigerator; also state whether you wish it for display or only for storage. McCray Refrigerator Co. 960 Mtil Street, KENDALLVILLI. IND 4 / \ t ' CIT FLOWER BOXES ■- EDWARDS FOLDING BOX CO MANUFACTURERS PHILADELPHIA, PA. A \ / k Kramer's Pot Hangers For lala by Wholesale Seedsmen. Florists and Supply Dealers. Prict, Sl.OO »er doian br aipreu. Sample doien by mtU. $1.25. I. N. KRAMER & SON, Ceiir Rapids, lowi NEPONSET PAPER POTS. HEADQUARTERS w...rpr..., VAIGHAN'S SEED STORE, Don't Break, « Cost Little. Clilcago and New Yoric. { I I SYRACUSE / RED POTS/ Prompt shipments goar anteed. We have a iarce stock of well made and well burned pots on hand for the trade of 1910. Our terms are as eood as the best. Our catalogue on application. SYRACUSEPOTTERYCO. SYRACUSE. N. Y. Those Red Pots "STANDARDS" Full size and wid. bottoms. BULB PANS and AZALEA POTS DETROIT FIOWER POT M'F'Y HARRY BALSLEY, Detroit. Mich. Rep. 490 Howard St. Standard Flowerpots PonoaitT and Streoftk Umarpa m d. Write (or prtem. A. F. KOHR 2934.3e-38 Uavltt St.. CHICAGO Ottawa, Ont. — R. H. Wright's sales at Easter this year were one- third larger than those of last at similar prices. There was plenty of stock of all kinds. Plants sold well and Mr. Wright thinks that prospects are very bright for Canadian florists. Standard Flower Pots! Packed lo small crates, easy to handle Price per crate ISOO 2-in , in crate, $4.88 1500 2H 5.25 1500 2H 6.00 1000 3 5.00 80O3H 5.80 5004 4.50 456 4H 5.24 3.0 5 4.51 210 5H 3 78 Price per crate 144 6 in , io crate $.Uh 120 7 " 4.20 608 " 3.00 HAND MADB 48 9in , in craie $.^60 48 4.80 24 11 3.60 24 12 4.80 12 14 4.80 6 16 4.50 s pots. Send for price Seed pans, same price as pots, list of Cylinders for Cut Flowers. Hangine Baskets. Lawn Vases, etc. Ten per cent off lor cash with order. Address HILFINGER BROS. POTTERY: Fort Edward. N.T. or August Rolkfr &Sons. New York Agents 31 Barclay Street. New York City. Mention the American Florist when writing All The Clay FOR OUR Florists' Red Pots Is prepared by passiOE thKuirb a screen 1600 meshes to the squar. inch. If in a hurry for pots .rder from os. W. ship over five lines of railroad by river or interurban. Writ* for catalogue showing all the articles wa make for florists' use. THE PETERS & REED POHERY CO. ZANESVIIJiE. OHIO. GEO. KELLER & SON, Uaanlactiirertof Red Pots Baf.r* bayiar write for prices. 3«14-2«3 BMndOO Ct., Always mention The Amertcan FlorMI when you order gtoclt. I » t I 616 The American Florist. April t6, The Allied Trades Desonptlve partieulirs— with drawings or photographs, ii possible — of any new appa- ratus or device which may prove helpful to the trade are solicited for this department. Bacterial Fertilizers. The discovery of the mechanism of nitrlficatio'n and the fixation of atmos- pheric nitrogen by the bacteria of root nodules, soon led to attempts to aid the process by the addition of nitro- gen-fixing bacteria. In 1895, Nobbe and Hiltner patented a process of in- oculating peas and beans and the soil in which they grow by soaking the seed with an infusion of a gelatin culture of the bacteria of the root nodules. Bayer offered a pure culture of Ellenbach's bacillus mixed with potato meal, but Maerker soon con- cluded, from the contradictory results obtained, that the preparation had failed to prove its value. In 1904 the United States Bureau of Agriculture distributed 12,000 boxes of bacterial cultures, which appear to have pro- duced good results, in the majority of cases. But the effect of these preparations is uncertain, as the abrupt change of medium may avert the development of the bacteria. The soil naturally swarms with nitrifying bacteria, but their growth may be checked by var- ious causes, whicli will have the same effect on the few millions that are added. Stocklasa has endeavored to obtain hardier varieties by cultivating the bacteria in a large mass of earth and has obtained remarkable results, but in view of the uncertainty mentioned above, it is prudent to defer judgment until several more years of experiment have elapsed. A. F. ureenhouse Building:. Lockport, N. Y. — White Bros., one greenhouse, 40x175 feet; D. T. Mc- Carthy & Sons, propagating house; Fred Lewis, addition to greenhouses. Sedalia, Mo. — The Archias' Floral Co., three houses 18x150 feet, for roses and carnations. Shawnee, Okla. — Brenner Floral Co., one greenhouse 42x145 feet. Ballston Spa, N. Y.— Richard Schafer, new greenhouses. Grand Rapids, Mich. — Freyling & Mendels, one greenhouse. Eldora, la. — J. S, Polland Floral Co., several greenhouses. Clayton, Mo. — Werner Bros., two houses 32x165 feet. Tacoma, Wash. The Easter business here was the best ever known. All tell the same story — "Not enough flowers to meet the call." Prices were the same as last year, and even though the Easter was so early the lilies were sufficient. As a rule, the flowers were not so good, yet they were lilies and brought in the money. As a whole, the bulbs this season were not so much dis- eased as in former years. All kinds of bulbous stock was well cleaned up ahd all other flowers. One thing notice- able was the absence of roses. The carnations are generally very good and stems longer this year than we have ever seen in this locality. There was very few pot roses in the market, and, taken as a whole, the pot plants were rather inferior of the kinds we did see. It was a profitable Easter and that Attentionll Glass Buyersll GREENHOUSE GLASS. Yon will save money if jon obtmin our prices beiore yon bay. Quality A. No. 1. Prompt shipmeats. Hooker's Greenhouse White Paint The most dnrable white paint for this purpose. Half barrels, (26 gallons), per gal. $1.86. 5 gal. pails, per gal. $1^ H. M. HOOKER COMPANY, Long Distance Phone Monroe 4994. WHOLBSALB GLASS AND PAINTS, 651-659 Washington Boulevard, CHICAGO. "GREENHOUSE MATERIAL" 5 - 72x20 Tubular Boilers. 2 - 72x18 Tubular Boilers. 6 - 60x16 Tubular Boilers. 1 - 60x14 Tubular Boiler. 2 - 54x16 Tubular Boilers. 2 - 54x14 Tubular Boilers. 2 3 - 42x12 Tubular Boilers. 1 2 - 36x10 Tubular Boilers. 1 2- 48x14 Fire Box Boilers. 2 3 - 48x12 Fire Box Boilers. • 42x10 Fire Box Boilers. 36x12 Fire Box Boiler. 36x10 Fire Box Boiler. ■ 30x 8 Fire Box Boilers. All of the above in good condition, for heating service only. Special prices. 300,000 feet of Standard Pipe, all sixes, will be cut to any length. BUILDING MATERIAL AND SUPPLIES Marvelous bargains iu Greenhouse Sash and Building Material of all kinds. Cor- rugated Roofing and Siding, structural Iron, Gutters, Eave Spouts, Hydrants and Valves, 10,000 fe:t Rubber Hose, Soil Pipe, Plumbing Material of all kinds. Feed Pumps, Flower Pots, etc. Thousands of other articles of interest to Florists or Greenhousemen. Sand for our n«w SOO-paga Catalog No. 47. Fraa upon request. CHICAGO HOUSE WRECKING CO., 35th and Iron Sts., Chicago. Superior Qualiiy. Htnd Made. Greenhouse Glass why not buy the best. Write us for discounts. We can save money for you. BAUR WINDOW GLASS CO. Eaton, Indiana. siEBERrs zmc Nevei Rust GLAZING POINTS Are posiUTely the best. Lait (orever. Orer 30,000 pounds dow \a use. A sure preveotative of fflaii slipping. Elective on larcre or small elass. Easy to drive. Easy to extract. Two sizes H.and H. 40c perlb .by mail 16c extra: 7 lbs. for $2.50 15 lbs, for $5.00. by ex press. For sale by the trade, RANDOLPH & McCLEMENTS, Snccessors to Ctaas. T. Slebert, Baam & Beatt; Sts., Plttfibnr^ Greenhouse Construction By Prof, L, R Talt. Price $1,50 AMERICAN FLORIST CO. 324 Dearborn st.. Chicago. means every one in the greenhouse business, for those engaged in grow- ing vegetables, vtfere in with nice sup- plies and have had good sales at good prices. Tacqma. Grand Rapids. Mich. — Freyling & Mendels will build a new greenhouse in Freyling court. --^— .. A STB C A feenliouse glazing U5EITN0W> P.O. PIERCE CO. 12 W. BROADWAY NEW YORK MASTICA is elastic aod tenacious, admits of expansion and contraction. Putty becomes hard and brittle. Brolien glass more easily removed witliout breaking of other ylass. as occurs with putty. La^ts longer than putty. Easy to apply. I Holds Glass Firmly See the Point IS- PEERIESS 4 Olftzlnff Points «re tbebesl. 4 No rigbia or letta. Box of 1,000 point! 75ots. poitpaid. 0ENRT A. DREER, JU Ctrntniit St., mi>., r%. MONTCLAIR, N. J, — The Garden So- ciety will hold its spring show April 16. The exhibit of narcissi will be a feature and many prizes are offered. Springfield. O. — Samuel H. McGrew. receiver of the Pairview Floral Co., has tiled his final accounting. He states that $3,468.32 has been dis- bursed and asks to be discharged. HeAme Flokist Rmerica is "the Prow of the I/esseI; therB jnay be mnre camfort JJmidships, but we are the Srst to touch Unknown Seas. Vol. XXXIV. CHICAQO AND NEW YORK, APRIL 23, 1910. No. 1142 The American Florist TWBNTT-FIPTH YEAB. Copyright, 1910, by American Florist Company. Entered as Second-Class Matter Nov. 11, 1891, at the Post Office at Chicago, Illinois, under act of March 3, 1879. Published Evert Saturday bt AMERICAN FLORIST COMPANY, 324 Dearborn St., Chicago, Long Distance Phone : Harrison 7465. Eastern OfUce : 1 133 Broadway, New York. PhUadelphla, Pa.: Robt. KUt, 1 725 Chestnut St. Registered Cable Address : Amef lo, Chicago. Subscription, United States and Mexico, $1.00 a, year; Canada, $2.00; Kurope and Countries in Postal Union, $2.50. Subscriptions accepted only from the trade. Vol- umes half yearly from August, 1901. Address all correspondence, subscriptions, etc., American Florist Co.. 324 Dearborn St., Chicago. SOCIETY OF AMERICAN FLORISTS AND ORNAMENTAL HORTICULTURISTS. Officers — F. R. Pierson, Tarrytown. N. Y.. Pres.; Fred W. Vick. Rochester. N. Y.. Vice- Pres.; H. B. Dorner. Urbana, 111., Sec'y: Wm. F. K.^sting. Buffalo, N. Y.. Treas. Next meetine at Rochester. N. Y.. August. 19)0. Second National Flower Show. Boston. Mass., March. 1911. THE AMERICAN CARNATION SOCIETY. Next annual convention and exhibition at Boston. Mass.. March. 1911 Fred. Burki. Pittsburg, Pa.. President; A. F. J. Baur. Thirty- eighth St. and Senate Ave., Indianapolis. Ind.. &cretary. AMERICAN ROSE SOCIETY. Next annual meetinsr and exhibition at Bos- ton, March 1911. Wm. H Elliott, Brighton. Mass , President; A. F.arenwald, Roslyn. Pa. Vice President, Benjamin Hammond.- fisblcill- OD-Hudson, N. Y., Secretary. AMERICAN PEONY SOCIETY. Seventh annual meeting at Horticultural Hall.. Boston. Mass.. June 1910. B. H. Farr. Reading. Pa., Pres.; A. H. Fewkes, Newlon Highlands. Mass, Sec'y. Turn Your Surplus Stocks Into Cash By Advertising in the Ready Reference Department. See Page 653. HALF HOUR CHAPTERS FOR PLANT GROWERS Hydrang:eas. A good deal of the success or other- wise of the Memorial day trade in plants will depend upon whether the specimens are well finished or not. There are many growers that do well with plants up to a certain time, lay- ing- a good foundation, so to speak, but failing to put the proper finish on their plants that makes for quick sales. Hy- drangeas may be cited as a case in point. They may be good stock when started and the growth up to a certain point may be satisfactory, but then comes a check and the grower won- ders what is the matter. Feeding is an art far too little studied by the average plant grower. It is more than watering with liquid . manure or sprinkling fertilizer on the surface of the compost. To feed judiciously it is necessary to know the exact con- dition — or as far as it is possible to determine it — of the roots, and this can only be done by close observance of the behavior of the plants. For in- stance, one often notices a few speci- mens on a bench that do not dry out at the root as readily as the others and possibly there is a pale yellow tint in the points of the new growths. These are signs that the roots are weak, and are incapable of using up the moisture as rapidly as it is being applied. Such plants should be sep- arated from the rest in order to give them individual treatment, less water more particularly, until they regain strength and are again able to take the same supply as their fellows. Then there is danger, on the other hand, if all are kept together, that some of the stronger plants will not get enough, either of feed or moisture, and in consequence the flowers will not be of the best substance or reach their fullest development. Strong, well rooted hydrangeas in the com- paratively small pots in which it is necessary to rear them, must have a lot of feeding and it must begin early enough for the flower trusses to ob- tain the full advantage. The plants for Memorial day are showing their trusses plainly now, and as there is every probability that the weather will be fine and bright these will advance rapidly. The plants should be stood well apart to give the foliage a chance to enlarge and carry on its proper functions of sap elabor- ation, thus insuring good substance and color in the flowers, and the roots must be liberally fed. For these gross feeding plants it is immaterial what kind of manure is used, but when the feeding is kept up for any length of time a change should be made fre- quently. If ordinary manure water is used for a time a change to guano and foot water is beneficial while should the foliage appear to be losing color, (not on plants over-watered as described above) nitrate of soda is an excellent stimulant, bringing the green back to the leaves and toning up the plants generally. But it should be kept in mind that this is more of a stimulant than a perfect plant food and must be supplemented by manure of a more substantial character. Geraniums. We have so frequentlyy referred to the culture of geraniums that it seems hardly necessary to say much about them specially for Memorial day, but as this is the one season of the year when more are used than all the others combined a line or two seems in order. The culture now nec- essary is to finish the plants properly and any that are out of cultivation in any way, either out of shape or in poor condition at the root, needing potting or more room must have the necessary attention at once. Although the time is short from now till May 30, it is the best part of the growing season and it is wonderful how quick- ly the plants respond to proper treat- ment if their environments are cor- rect. We do not counsel cutting back as a general proposition so late in the season, but should any plants be bad- ly drawn we would not hesitate to cut back slightly and take a chance on their recovering in time. But this will not be necessary with stock that has been treated any way fairly and a little pinching will, in the majority of cases, be all that is needed, not even this where the plants are in good 618 The American Florist, April 23, shape. Keep them as far apart as room will allow and turn them around when giving- a new stand so every part of the plants will get its proper share of light and jiir. Marguerites. Many marguerites are used around Memorial day for planting window and veranda boxes, vases and other ornamental devices, often in connec- tion with .dwarf cannas, dracaenas, I scarlet geraniums, coleuses and other plants. While the experienced planter may not choose the most finished plants for such purposes, preferring those that are less developed, the gen- eral public, in the form of customers, like to see a fine plant full of flower and will not buy others as long as these are to be had. To be in good shape for Memorial day the young stock should be in the flowering pots .now, and any that are still in the small pots must have attention right away. Those that are already es- tablished may be pinched over for the last time, stood well apart on a cool bottom of ashes on a light bench in a cool airy house and allowed to come into flower slowly. The yellow varieties are usually a little slower than the whites, but they get along well together in the same house if judiciously treated. Marguerites should always be potted firmly and in good but not rich soil. Any feeding that is necessary can be given when the buds show. Plants in loose, rich soil are never so good in habit, being loose and of soft growth — nor do they flower as freely as others given a firm root run. Rambler Roses. In many cases it will be more trou- ble to hold pot ramblers back for Me- morial day than to force them out, es- pecially should the weather keep mild and bright. The plants that have been held outside for the purpose are much more forward than usual, owing to the mild weather, but some plants of Crimson Rambler. Lady Gay and Tausendschon cut back slightly about two weeks ago and stood since then in a cool house are very promis- ing now and look like being just about right. Keep up as natural and airy an atmosphere around the plants as possible, but avoid chilling draughts, as these are safe to be fol- lowed by green fly attacks. With the best care in spraying and maintaining a good atmosphere this pest sometimes appears and fumigation is in order. Young rose shoots are very tender and easily damaged so let the fumigation be gentle and often repeated rather than give one strong dose. There is still time to pot young imported stock and get the plants in, but they will not be as good in quality as others that are potted and established. They should be cut hard or slight, accord- ing to the condition of the wood and the strength of the variety. Solid ■well ripened shoots need not be cut so hard as those which are undevel- oped and green nor should strong growers be so severely cut as those of less vigorous habit. These plants will need more warmth than the better established specimens and we do not advise their use for the purpose un- less they are likely to be really needed for they can never be so satisfactory as plants more naturally treated. Pansles. Pansy plants are always in demand for cemetery and ordinary planting and the stock must be fully exposed to all the light and air possible from this stage on. Plats with about 18 plants in each are good sellers if the plants are showing a few flowers and all such must be kept well apart and in the full sun. There is plenty of time to make these up from some plants or bench seedlings that were pricked out some time ago. The older of the plants will probably show flower buds but these must be pinched off until about two weeks before the plants are wanted and the flowers will be finer and of better color when they are allowed to flower. Plants in frames that have wintered over should be gone over occasionally and the soil firmed. A little fertilizer may be worked into the surface should the plants appear to be at all weak in growth, but usually the stirring of the surface after firming it will be sufficient. THE RETAIL TRADE Haverfokd, Pa. — A flower show is being planned by the society women of this part of the state. It is intend- ed to hold the show here May 28. BRIDGEPORT, Conn. — The tulips in the parks here look very promising now. There will be no change in the^ officers of the park department this year. FAIRMONT, W. Va. — George Doffin, of Wheeling, is making preparations to open a retail store here May 1. It will be in the Cumford building on Main street. Wai.la Walla, Wash. — Huff & Young say their trade this year at Easter was 40 per cent above that of last at prices about the same. Plants and cut flowers were hardly equal to the demand, lilies, azaleas and hya- cinths selling best among the former, carnations, sweet peas and lilies in cut flowers. The weather was all that could be desired. The florist suffers every time he takes a crisp dollar bill for a lady's theater rose, the petals of which fall at her feet before the end of the flr^t act, to the utter disgust of her escort who purchased the flower. When tlie sidewalk vendor does that kind of thing he pulls his hat down over his right eye so that the buyer will not recognize him again. More alarming, however, is the possibility that the fair, fanciful sprite may hie to the dry goods counter next time out and select the artificial variety which, notwith- standing the dainty shades and fra- grance of real attar, have stems and flowers so tough as to lash the life out of the boldest holdup man that preys upon belated wayfarers. April Flowers in the New York Stores. Although at this writing a cool wave has reached us, the effects of the remarkably warm weather of March are everywhere visible. Spring is here with all its attending charms, and among them are the flowers. That old saying that "April showers bring May flowers," might well be changed for this season, to read in effect that March sunshine has brought April flowers. The term, spring flowers, is now, commercially, rather indefinite, as we see spring flowers throughout the winter months; another tribute to the growers. Nevertheless, aside from commercial features, it is now that we see a profusion of all blooms that accompany the season and it is a feast for the eye. In these later years, so much fine stock has been grown and sold that the demands and tastes of the experts in the business have become exacting. There were times when much stock that is now considered poor by dealers, would have been quickly taken. While it is a fact that the hot w-eather has brought in some very indifferent HAUSWIRTH'S STORE, CHICAGO, AT EASTER. igio. The American Florist, 619 DECORATED AUTO BY A. WIEGAND & SON AT THE RECENT FLORAL PARADE AT INDIANAPOLIS. stock there is much that is good. American Beauty Roses are seen in fine form and it is to be regretted that they do not sell faster, but the market is governed by supply and de- mand. The choicest blooms may be found in the stores and it may be that the conditions of a surplus and low prices may in the end go far toward popularizing flowers and benefit the trade, but it is hard for growers and dealers to get much comfort out of that reflection at present. Of other roses, Killarney, White Killarney, Richmond, My Maryland, Chatenay, Bride and Bridesmaid, may be seen in good condition. Killarney has distanced all competitors in pro- ductiveness and popularity. In the leading stores, moss roses are now seen. The demand for them is not great, but they help to swell the grand total that makes the store of the up-to-date dealer a great and varied collection of the best things in flori- culture. Long ago the beauty of the lilies was enshrined in song and story. Doubtless we have more beautiful lilies today than any of those that aroused the admiration of the old poets and writers, but, there are so many of them. Lilies are always use- ful and beautiful, and a staple stock. The weather conditions of this spring have been so remarkable that it would be unjust to lecture the grow- ers and charge them with responsi- bility for the prevailing surplus. There was a time when the narcissi of dif- ferent varieties and the tulips were popular stocks, but it now appears that their popularity is waning. "We have have about cut out narc.issus," said a leading retailer to the writer a short time ago. The early spring with the attending great crops of roses and car- nations and the great influx of outdoor, southern stock has practically put this class of bulb stock in the discard. Much of it is seen and it helps to dec- orate a window, but little can be said of it as a commercial factor. Unless we get another of the sur- prises that weather conditions occas- ionally bring, violets may be consid- ered about out for this season. Prom some unexplained cause, many of them were very poor, even before the hot weather of March, but that about fin- ished them, so far as quality was con- cerned. Doubtless there will be ship- ments of violets for some time to come, but conditions are not favorable for any quantity of good stock. South- ern lilac is now arriving in quantity. While it cannot loom large as a com- mercial factor it adds to the beauty and variety in the stores. There are plenty of orchids and gardenias to supply all demands, and the demand is regular. That has been the case for some time regarding orchids, but gardenias are increasing in popularity. Great improvements have been made in their culture since we first knew them, not the least being the long stems. While the weather has had a deteriorating effect on some of the carnation stock, there is plenty that is yet good. If they have suffered from the unusual conditions they have but shared the lot of other stocks. Though all stocks rise and fall both in popularity and in price, it would ap- pear that good carnations are about as safe a proposition as anything. There is an abundance of lily of the valley and this is another stock wjhich, while it has its ups and downs, will al- ways be popular. Sweet peas are plentiful and much fine stock may be seen. The great improvements in sweet peas in these later years is an- other indication that we are almost to a point where we are in danger of being overwhelmed with a wealth of good things. There are a number of other stocks on the market that add variety. Daisies, snapdragons stocks, cut primroses and pansies and arbutus are frequently seen. The spring plant trade is now assuming large proportions. Well flowered ger- aniums, daisies and other seasonable plants are easily found. While the cut flower trade is not what many would wish to see it, there are signs of an approaching improvement. We have good flowers but too many of them. A decrease in the supply seems inevitable and it would work great good in the market. Indianapolis, Ind. — Burglars broke into Bertermann's store on. Massachu- setts avenue at midnight April 7 and looted the cash register, but as the day's receipts had been banked, they obtained but $7.50. The burglars were frightened away by Walter Berter- mann, who happened to make a visit to the store at that time. State Flowers. The following are state flowers as adopted In most instances by tlie vote of the pub- lic school scholars of the respective states. This list has been compiled at the request of several readers; Alabama Goldenrod Arizona Cereus Giganteus Arkansas Apple Blossom California California poppy (Romneya) Colorado Columbine Connecticut Mountain Laurel (Kalraia) Delaware Peach Blossom Florida ...,-, Camellia Japonica Georgia Cherokee Rose Idaho Syringa Illinois Rose Indiana Corn Iowa Wild Rose Kansas Sunflower Louisiana Magnolia Maine ' Pine Cone Micliigan .^ Apple Blossom Minnesota. .Moccasin Flower (Cypripedium) Mississippi Magnolia Missouri Goldenrod Montana Bitterroot Nebraska Goldenrod Nevada .\rtemisia tridentata New Jersey State Tree. Sugar Maple New York Rose New Mexico Rose, Crimson Rambler North Carolina Chrysanthemum North Dakota Goldenrod Ohio Buckeye Oklahoma Mistletoe Oregon Oregon Grape Rhode Island Violet South Carolina Carolina palmetto South Dakota ....Anemone patens Texas Blue Bonnet Utah Sago Lily Vermont Red Clover Washington Rhododendron Wisconsin Violet 620 The American Florist. April 2j, Diseases of^French (Roman) Hyacinths. Two pests appeared last year (1909) to curtail the production of hyacinth bulbs at Ollioules, France, the home of the Roman hyacinth. The first was an insidious little green worm which worked its way to the very vitals of the bulb and left it hollow as a sepulchre after its passage, while to all intents and purposes the bulb was sound and healthy. It takes an ex- perienced hand and eye and much hard work to sort out the contami- nated bulbs from a lot of 100,000 or 1,000,000, but that is what several of the Ollioules shippers undertook to do this season. Some of the smaller cul- tivators lost their all, as the shippers would not knowingly buy of a grower whose crop was attacked. A field of hyacinths would be per- fectly sound and another right beside It would be attacked so badly that not a healthy specimen remained. Knowingly, or unknowingly, certain of these bulbs were put upon the market, and that is why the mere caliber of the bulbs did not make the market price this year as it had formerly. Even the additional 50 in 1,000, in- creased in many instances to 100, would not reimburse the shipper for the extra work involved in sorting out the good from the bad, for the peasant grower could hardly tell the good from the bad. A sound bulb of 12 centi- metres was worth considerably more than a hollow one of 15. It was this prime cause that accounted for the increased number of shipments of French bulbs to the United States this season from Ollioules and Hyeres. In actual volume the sale was perhaps not so large as in former years, but the number of shipments was largely increased by the scarcity of the bulbs at certain moments, for it is a well recognized fact that the product must reach the American market in all cases as soon as it is gathered. The necessity of watching and sort- ing the stock as it was brought in to the shippers by the growers round about made the shipment often a slow process. It is to the credit, however, of the growers and shippers of "oig- nons a fleurs", that this warm little cor- ner of old Provence handled the situ- ation as well as it did, and if, in gen- eral, the hyacinth bulbs did not size up as plump as formerly, so long as the quality remained the same there Is little likelihood that the celebrated market of Ollioules will dwindle away, at least until some American grower can produce as luxuriant a crop from the same quantity of parent bulbs as can those of the sunny hillsides of Mediterranean Provence. Another narrow escape this season was in thwarting the inception of a curious malady which attacked the hyacinth bulbs after they had been taken from the ground. It com- menced with the base of the bulb and worked upwards in much the same way that an onion or carrot rots in a damp cellar. It was in fact a rot of some kind, like the black rot that at- tacks the vine, but the bulbs were not so readily doctored as by the process of spraying a vine with "jus de tabac." A fumigating process was undertaken by burning sulphur beneath great dry- ing racks on which the bulbs were spread, thus killing the rot at its birth, and though manv hundreds of thou- sands of bulbs were supposedly sus- ceptible to a growth of the malady there were not many that were not cured, according to forcing experi- ments which were undertaken with bulbs taken from among the suspected bulbs which had previously been sul- phur treated. The circumstance is worth taking note of and it is to be hoped that no further developments of an untoward nature will be brought about. Several among the smaller pro- ducers not only lost their present season's crop, but all their capital in- vested in the species. It is to be remarked, however, that strenuous ac- tion is being taken to avoid a recur- rence of either of the pests, for while the cost of production has steadily been raised with regard to the staple White Roman hyacinth of commerce, the growers and shippers of Ollioules are bound that it shall not be brought about by the lowering of the reputed quality of their product. Toulon, France. F. M. MONTVALE, Mass. — Wm. Ward is planning to build an additional green- house in the near future. Reading, Pa. — Steabenow Bros, have purchased a plot of ground at Twelfth and Exeter streets, where they will erect a greenhouse and salesrooms. Minneapolis, Minn. — Besides fur- nishing plenty of flowers and plants for the institution, the conservatory of the local workhouse paid a cash profit of $951 in 1909. CHRYSANTHEMUMS v/ ^^ Rooted Cuttings. The vast number of rooted cuttings disposed of at the present day and age, prompts a few notes on the sub- ject. In the first place, what constl- tutes a first-class cutting? Fig. 1 rep- resents three cuttings of the same variety showing a wide range of qual- ity. The first was not only taken before it attained a desirable length, but was too thick and weak to be put in the sand. The second was drawn by lack of air or light, either on the stock plant or by being allowed to remain in the cutting bench until thin and spindling. The third has been given air during the whole operation and from such a quality one might expect to establish every cutting re- ceived. A short cutting of good vigor is far preferable to a long one if its length is due to forcing process. Surely each cutting man has first- class stock, or at least he so says and considers them. The purchaser who has potted the plants from various sources is the best critic. The fact that cuttings are long and well rooted gives little assurance that they are prime, and could not be greatly im- proved by slight changes in the meth- ods employed. Most of the long cut- tings are due to being rooted in a close, warm house with little or no bottom heat or by forcing the stock plants under similar conditions. It is true they will root under adverse con- ditions, but when potted they are more difficult to establish than when given abundance of air with gentle heat underneath. The producers of the finest exhibi- tion blooms root their cuttings with- out bottom heat, but they are not sub- jected to heat overhead; in fact, not over 40° is considered preferable. The prices received at present will not justify any one in following such a method, it being a question if many of the cuttings being offered are sold at a profit even when produced with the greatest dispatch. If all varieties were as free as Golden Glow, Gloria and the Pacifies, there might be some margin left at the lowest prices, but there are many kinds which neither produce or root as quickly. All of these conditions modify the cost of production. Forcing gives succession Single BliK'. TYPES OF ROMAN HYACINTHS. Doubli- Light Rose. Wiiite Roman. igio. The American Florist. 621 Fig. 1— Various Forms of Chrysanthemun Cuttings. Of cuttings at shorter intervals, but tlie quality is impaired. .From the foregoing it seems impor- tant to strike a happy medium be- tween tlie cold and forcing process. During the winter months when heat is essential we have found an over- head temperature of 55° with bottom heat about 10° higher give the most satisfactory results, producing roots fairly quickly and still providing suf- ficient substance. Under such condi- tions the ventilators must be more or less ajar at all times. There are a few varieties which do not respond to such treatment owing to peculiarities which they constitutionally possess. We re- fer to such kinds that are both slow in producing and rooting. Probably Virginia Poehlmann is the most re- luctant propagator of the present pop- ular commercial sorts and W. R. Church, Maud Jeffries and Fidelity are examples in the exhibition class. Anyone attempting to produce these kinds w'ith any satisfaction or profit must resort to the forcing method. Both stock plants and cuttings require greater heat, as they make very little growth in a low temperature and the cuttings harden if not rooted quickly. It is true that the quality cannot be considered improved by such treat- ment and where early deliveries are not important normal conditions are preferable. As the sun returns and the houses feel the result thereof, they will produce excellent cuttings. Throughout the dark days more judg- ment should be exercised in watering the cutting benches, giving ample sup- ply when it is required, and, as far as possible, in the early part of the day so the foliage is dry by night. Such treatment with a free circulation of air are the best remedies for cut- ting bench fungus and the rotting and spotting of the leaves. Some consideration will be neces- sary toward the welfare of the rooted cutting while in transit. If there is considerable difference in the length of the cutting it is wise to put the long and short ones in separate bun- dles. The short cuttings always suf- fer first and if any heat before reach- ing their destination it is invariably the short ones, which, being excluded from the air. are sure to perish. AVhen mossing and bundling, the ob- ject should be to keep the roots moist and the tops dry and for this reason we prefer not to have the paper in which they are wrapped cover their entire length and thus exclude the air from the leaves. ' If about one-third of the length of the cuttings extends beyond the wrapper, there is less dan- ger of damping. After the danger of frost is over it is best to pack open, placing the bundles in an upward position and secure them in some manner so that they cannot shift about. It is impos- sible for expressmen to handle every package with care, and to insure sat- isfaction to the customer it behooves every shipper to do all in his power to prevent the bundles from being dis- placed. It is not a bad idea to use printed paper labels and where sev- eral sorts are included in one pack- Fig. 2— Chrysanthemum Cuttings Bundled Ready for Shipment. age, use a label for each bundle; then in case they shift there is no difficulty in sorting out each kind. If our mem- ory serves us right, the paper labeis cost 25 cents per 1,000 printed which is cheaper than a wooden label can be written. We prefer not more than 25 cut- tings in a bundle and, by the way, make the count 26 to 28. It is true 100 cuttings are 100 cuttings to the shipper, but it is very seldom they will give the purchaser 100 plants when established in pots. Fig. 2 shows cuttings bundled ready for shipment. Fig. 3 represents two plants of Ivory in 2-inch pots. The first was a drawn cutting potted three weeks ago and shows how the soft lower leaves have withered, leaving the bare stem. The second was from a short cutting pot- ted in February and still retains its foliage down to the pot. The slow growth is due to the low temperature maintained during the cold months, but from now on all kinds will respond more rapidly, Elmee D. SMITH. Chrysanthemums In the South. The weather is getting rather warm now for propagating in the greenhouse, but the cuttings will root readily in a cold frame. The frame should be deep enough to protect the cuttings from the dry winds. The best mate- rial for the bed is composed of about two parts charcoal dust and one part finely sifted loam. This can be pound- ed firm, and the cuttings set out in the usual way. Sand for cutting bed purposes is being discarded owing to trouble with fungus and the extra care required to prevent damping off. If charcoal dust is not readily obtainable pure loam will answer very well if care is taken in the watering. In very hot dry weather the cuttings may be sprayed a few times during the day, but do not let the bed get soggy. Whatever shade is used should be raised a few inches above the frame, back and front, to allow a good circu- lation of air. At night the shade can be removed entirely and let the cut- tings have the benefit of the dews. At this season the cuttings should root in from 14 to 20 days. Later in the sea- son more or less trouble is experienced from damping off, but if the extreme top of each cutting is pinched out be- fore inserting in the bed the difficulty will be overcome. This is a simple but sure remedy. It is better not to take the cuttings too soft, but go down to the semi-hard wood and make two cuttings from a stem. The cuttings may take a few days longer to root, but the result is surer. As soon as rooted the cuttings should be placed in pots and kept growing without a check until planting out time. Wsr. LEAR. Pkovidence. R. I. — John F. Wood was petitioned into involuntary bank- ruptcy April 9. LOKG Branch, N. J. — W. W. Ken- nedy & Son have leased a new store at 230 Broadway and will be open for business soon. Salt Lake City, Utah. — A. M. Hol- ter, who has been the florist at Liberty park for the past 10 years, has re- signed. He intends to go into business for himself. Fig. 3— Chrysanthemum Ivory in 2^-inch Pots 622 The American Florist. April 2 J, THE ROSE. Roses In Oregon and Washington. A paper read by Win. S. Sibson. Portland. Ore., before llie meeting of the American Rose Society at New Yorli, March 17. 1910. You will appreciate the vastness of the subject upon which I have been re- quested to speak, when I remind you of the extent of territory, and diversity of conditions in regard to climate and soil, that exists within the two states I am to discuss. Combined, they ag- gregate 165,000 square miles, an ap- proximate acreage of 61,500,000 acres of land, so diversified in character that, in a brief address, it is possible only to select a limited area, and to refer generally to the balance of this wonderful empire, which in develop- ment is only in its infancy. Having a coast line on the Pacific ocean of about 500 miles, these states are divid- ed about 150 miles from the coast by the Cascade range of mountains into two great sections, namely: East Ore- gon and Washington, and West Oregon and Washington. It is of conditions in the western division that I will en- deavor to say a few words that may interest those who are strangers to our country. CLIMATE. The climate of western Oregon and Washington is remarkably mild and even. Occasionally, of course, we have hard winters. The one from which we are now emerging has been, all told, the worst I have seen during a residence here of nearly 40 years. As a rule, however, the winters are mild, rainy and pleasant, with a mean tem- perature in a series of years for the five months between October and May of about 46°. In the summer months, from May to October, the average tem- perature, during a like period has been about 63°. These temperatures are averages for a series of j'ears. Cold snaps, which seldom record lower than from 10 to 15 degrees of frost, occasionally occur in winter and the hot spells of summer, which range from 85° to 90° and sometimes a few degrees higher, have been, of course, included in arriving at the averages I have quoted. RAINFALL. Western Oregon and Washington are frequently credited with an exces- sive rainfall; in fact, I have heard strangers claim that in Oregon it rains 13 months of the year. As a matter of fact, the precipitation at Portland does not exceed 46 inches per annum, and in a series of years it has not reached this average. Perhaps, to people who visit us in winter, it may appear to rain excessively, because the bulk of our rainfall takes place during the six months, from October to March. I have noticed that when we have an unusually long, rainy winter, gener- ous crops of grain, fruit, and all the products of the ground result, and while I have never seen an analysis of our Oregon winter rain water, I believe it is one of the best natural fertilizers, and laden with plant food by a bene- flclent nature. ABOUT ROSES. With such a climate as I have briefly outlined, with soil unexcelled, and with a people who are enthusiastic lovers of the rose, is it surprising that our country should have become cele- brated for its roses? The motto of the American Rose Society, "A rose for every home, a bush for every garden," is with us a condition and not a theory. This sentiment is good, but in my opinion far too modest, and I hereby beg to make a motion to amend and substitute, "Roses for every home; roses for every garden." The motto of the Portland Rose Festival Association is, "Roses fragrant, roses rare; roses, roses, everywhere." And this is con- sistent with the feelings, opinions, and practice of our people. WILD ROSES. Wild roses of many species are in- digenous and flourish in luxuriant fol- iage and wealth of bloom. The fra- grant sweet brier, vigorous and strong, in many places, lines our country roads. In some districts of deep al- luvial soil, the swamp brier attains a height of 20 feet or more. High up some mountain slope, we find wild roses rioting amid the huckleberry, sallal, and other native shrubs. The late Rev. Dean Hole, a great rosarian and one of the originators of the National Rose Society of England, in his valuable "Book About Roses," says in effect that wherever wild roses grow, rose culture may be successfully carried out. Without a doubt there are in our soil, climate, and surround- ings, qualities peculiarly conducive to rose growing. Eastern people are often surprised at the size, perfection, and beauty of roses in this country. To emphasize this assertion, I will quote the opinion of an expert, well known to many of you, who visited Oregon in 1903: PORTLAND, ORE. AN EXPERT OPINION. "Portland is the only place I have struck since leaving home that I would like to remain in." This was the re- mark of E. G. Hill, of Richmond, Ind.. a horticulturist well known to most rose growers of this city, who arrived here a few days ago on a tour of the coast. He had heard of the beauty of Portland roses and the first thing he did after getting here was to look about town and visit some of the prin- cipal rose growers. He was fortunate in arriving just after the rain and so found the roses in good condition. He was taken out by James Forbes to visit Riverview cemetery and other places and so had an opportunity to see the best roses to be found in Oregon. He was delighted and said he had never seen such beautiful roses before, though he had traveled through England and France when the roses were at their best and had come through southern California on his way here. Of some of the flowers he said: "I have never seen such a hedge of LaFrance roses, even in France, and as for the Caroline Testouts, the man who originated that variety never had any such on his place." The foliage on the trees and shrubs in the ceme- tery and the vivid green of the grass Mr. Hill considered perfectly wonder- ful. SIZE OF ROSES. I think it was Oregon, and perhaps Portland, that first realized all the good characteristics of that fine vari- ety Mme. Caroline Testout, which is now perhaps one of the five most pop- ular roses in existence. It fairly revels in the warm, moist days of early sum- mer and responds to intelligent and generous treatment, with almost con^ tinuous bloom from June until the frost of winter. When I was an ama- teur, or, as we say here, a rose crank, and before joining the professional ranks, I had the time and inclination to develop the best I could get out of my rose garden. Tou know Paul Ney- ron was, up to a few years ago, and perhaps is yet, the largest rose in cul- tivation. I have seen it credited in your eastern catalogues with this char- acteristic, and further described as sometimes attaining 5% to six inches in diameter!' In Portland, in my own garden, I have cut this rose, not once but often, measuring 11% inches in diameter! Perhaps you will think this is a rose story. It reminds me of a friend of mine. Judge W., of Port- land, now passed across to the happy hunting grounds, beloved of all good sportsmen and rose lovers. ROSES IN PORTLAND.— A FLOWERY CORNERr jgio. The American Florist. 623 A HEDGE OF PORTLAND ROSES. Mnny Stncts in tin- Kc-sidi-nci- District Look Like This for a Largi- Part of tlu' Year, Some years ago the judge and I were fly fishing on one of Oregon's lovely streams. A little distance ahead I saw him scientifically play and shortly land a fine trout, calling out excitedly, "Sib- son, a 3-pound beauty." While saying this, he had taken from his pocket his scale and hooked it in his beauty's gill, but, lo! it registered only 1% pounds! Throwing his scale far into the stream, he cried, "Darn this scale; it never is right." I beg, however, to assure you that the foot rule that measured the roses above referred to was correct. While the size attained above is exceptional, and was the re- sult of constant and intensive cultiva- tion, it indicates relatively the size of flowers that can be realized in our climate and soil. EVOLUTION. Ever since I have known Portland, when her population was only about 9,000, her people have been devoted to roses, and I believe the same ap- plies to every town in western Oregon and Washington. Nearly 20 years ago excellent rose shows were held in Port- land. In those days the ladies of the city took hold and, by united effort and good executive, exhibitions were held that would have been a credit to much larger places. The love of roses thus encouraged, rapidly increased and every new home builder became a lover of the rose. In 1901 the Hon. P. V. Holman, a leading attorney and noted amateur rosarian, suggested that Portland be christened and hence- forth called "The Rose City." The suggestion quickly took and today, not only in this country, but throughout the civilized world, Portland is iden- tified with fine roses. In 1905 the Lewis & Clark expo- sition attracted, I think, some 2,000,000 people to this city, and the reputation and beauty of her roses were dissemi- nated far and wide. About two years later, the Portland Rose Festival As- sociation was organized and annually in June there is h«ld a "week of roses," including the great rose show, under the auspices of the Portland Rose Society. At this rose show last year it was estimated 3,000,000 rose blooms were used in the decoration of the building in which the show was held. Perhaps I am saying too much of Portland, but in this connection it is almost unavoidable, because I live here, and have been, and am, in close touch with these matters. Other towns, however, in western Oregon and Washington are developing the same success in their cultivation. It is invidious to mention names where all are interested, but it would sur- prise many of you gentlemen to see the beauty and quality of flowers that are exhibited at the rose shows throughout this section. At many of them, the latest introductions of Bu- rope are exhibited. Our rosarians are also discriminating and well posted about their favorites, and woe betide tlie dealer who is not careful to keep everything true to name. .Shakespeare says: "What's in a name? That which we call a rose by any other name, would smell as sweet." But here we must have the true rose by its true name that was given to it by its introducer at its birth. I could say more about this, but it does not come within the province of this paper. COMiTERCIAL ASPECT. So far what I have written may not have been of interest to you as pro- fessionals, wishing to know something about the conditions from a commer- cial point of view. I regret to say that for commercial growing in a large way, many unsurmountable drawbacks exist. The mildness and beauty of the climate so favorable for the amateur is absolutely impossible for the professional. About five years out of seven, the plants will not ripen until too late for distant shipment. I have often cut good outside roses at Christmas. Then our spring usually opens too early. Frequently when the east is blocked with ice and snow, our roses are budding and getting ready to bloom. I have more than once seen outdoor roses in Portland begin to bloom by or about April 8. On the other hand, several times no roses have been in bloom on Memorial day, May 30. In the former cases, the shipping season is ruinously curtailed. At other times there are killing frosts late in January or February, and in my own experience I have seen the young 624 The American Florist. April 2j, wheat plants frozen out in the mid- dle of March, necessitating reseeding of practically the whole northern part of western Oregon. In such seasons the plants suffer such serious injuries that a year is practically lost before they can again be ready for market. The Gardeners' M. P. Extraordinary scenes of mourning were witnessed at Sunderland, says the Journal of Horticulture, when the funeral took place of Councillor Thomas Summerbell, ex-labor M. P. for the borough, who died suddenly of heart failure a day or two previous- ly at the age of 48. Among those who attended were the mayor and corpor- ation, and many representatives of the labor party, Including about a dozen members of parliament, trade unions and friendly societies. Mem- bers of miners' lodges came from great distances, bringing their ban- ners and bands, and in addition there were the bands of the police and the musicians' union. There were alto- eether over 6,000 people in the pro- cession, and over 50,000 spectators lined the route. AU tramway traffic was suspended during the funeral. The North-Eastern Railway Co. ran a special train from Newcastle, calling at the collieries on the road. By re- quest of the mayor the restaurants which are usually closed on Sundays kept open for the convenience of those who journeyed to the town to attend the funeral. Mr. Summerbell was a member of the last parliament, but was defeated at the late election. He was deputed by his party to champion the interests of the young gardeners lu Kew, whose conditions of pay were consraered unsatisfactory. In token of their esteem and appreciation of the deceased they despatched a large and handsome wreath to be placed upon the coflSn. New Use For Privet. The Fruit, Flower and Vegetable Trades" Journal, (Eng.) has a special- ly contributed article entitled, "A Pos- sible New Industry," in a recent issue "Some weeks ago," says the writer, "when discussing horticultural mat- ters in general with a friend, he sur- prised me by informing me that the common privet (LIgustrum vulgare) contained precisely the same dye as fustic (Morus tinctoria), and that an Infusion of privet leaves produced re- sults identical with fustic infusion. Mr. Bolton, who is a medallist and au- thor of a work on wool dyeing is fore- man dyer in a large dyehouse, and he followed up this discovery by exhaus- tive tests which proved that the privet color was not affected by exposure to sunshine or boiling with soap, and that it acted in practice in exactly the same way as fustic. Over 3,000 tons of fustic wood are imported annually. 'Can privet be profitably grown at home to replace these imports, and so keep the money in the country?' " asks the writer. The present price of fustic chips is £6 per ton and fustic extract is £36 per ton. Prophetstown, III. — George Miller intends to make extensive Improve- ments on his greenhouse plant soon. THE C ARNA TION. Care of the Youn? Stock. Propagation of young stock is, or should be, completed by this date, for any cuttings put in after the first week of April are too late to make satis- factory stock for this season unless they are permitted to remain in the field later than the average date of planting. The only exception to this rule would be in the case of some novelties that were being propagated for stock purposes rather than for blooming, for in such a case the late rooted cuttings might prove of value as stock producers for another sea- son. These last lots of cuttings re- quire close attention during the first few days after they have been potted off, from the fact that the sun is now strong, and the houses are neces- sarily aired freely both night and day, and these conditions are very trying to newly potted cuttings. Therefore, careful shading and frequent spraying are necessary until the plants make some more roots. A wilted cutting loses time, and every day counts in the short season that is now allowed for the preparation of carnation plants, for the weeks pass very quickly between the middle of April and the middle of July. The earlier lots of young plants should now be breaking freely, and be made for each house, so that one may see at a glance just what sorts are in that particular house, and will save many unnecessary steps in locat- ing the various lots of each variety at the time they are wanted for the field, for it is practically impossible to keep each variety by itself when there have been several successive lots of cut- tings put in. Green fly and thrips will be avoided on the young plants by preventive spraying with nicotine solution, or by fumigating when the weather permits, though there are few opportunities for the latter at this season from the fact that the weather seldom permits the closing of the houses. Thus the spray pump becomes the standby after the middle of March, though adding to the labor of the grower to that ex- tent, for fumigating may be done by the night man, while spraying must be done by daylight in order to be done properly. Plenty of fresh air. both day and night, will have been given to the young stock to harden it off ready for the field, the fires hav- ing been done away with just as soon as the weather permits. This prac- tice produces hardy and short-jointed plants that will start away almost as soon as they are planted out. Then with frequent cultivation with either the hoe or the cultivator, and some hand-weeding where it is not safe to ROSES IN PORTLAND, ORE. Even Poor Men's Houses Boast a Wealth of Roses. those that have not yet been topped will need looking over every few days in order to keep them topped as rapidly as they are in condition for that process. It is much easier to do the first topping while the plants are on the benches than it is to do this work after they are planted out in the field, for it takes less time and is not nearly so tiring to the back of the operator. And it is not only neater, but also saves time when planting, if the weeds are kept down while the plants are in the houses. These are merely ordinary cultural details, but they all count at such a busy period as planting time. It is also of much assistance if a careful list of varieties use the hoe, the stock should get away in good style, given reasonably favor- able weather for a few weeks. After April 1 a light shading is usually re- quired on the flowering stock, this practice not only saving the color of the flowers, but also preventing the soil from drying out quite so fre- quently, and at the same season the plants are generally ready for some extra feeding, either In the form of a topdressing of some fertilizer com- posted with soil, or a mulching of short manure, either or both being beneficial, according to the condition of the plants, and the amount of fer- tilizing material that may have been given them earlier in the season. igio. The American Florist. 625 Winter prices are a thing of the past, a more or less pleasant memory, but there is Memorial day to come, and carnations may be in greater de- mand at that time, so it will not do to neglect the stock during the spring slump. More syringing will be per- missible now, or rather will be neces- sary, for the hot sun and drying winds encourage the spread of red spider and thrips, and while the latter may be eradicated by the faithful use of nicofume, the red spider is more readily dislodged by vigorous syring- ing. Ventilation should be as free as the weather will permit, using a mini- mum night temperature of 50° as a standard. W. H. Taplin. To Be Done Now. IN THE GBEENHOUSES. Shift on all the salvias that have not already been attended to and pinch the shoots for the last time. Do not allow the young fuchsias to flower yet. Keep them growing and see they are not pinched for pot room. Keep plenty of air on the rambler roses wanted for Memorial day. The present hot weather is likely to bring them too early. A light shade is also beneficial. Pot the last batch of coleus cuttings as soon as rooted and give them good •care. They will need all the time there is between this and Memorial day to finish anything like salable plants. Pick off all old flowers on the aza- leas that are to be carried over another year. If these go to seed it will great- ly weaken the plants and they will not flower so freely. Prick off the seedling ferns in pots before the young plants appear. Shade and cover the flats with panes of glass to keep in the moisture. Separate young tomato plants before they have a chance to become crowd- ed in the seed beds or flats. Drawn, weak stemmed plants are never satis- factory and are late in producing fruit. Let seedling Asparagus plumosus and A. Sprengeri become strong before pricking off but not crowded. If the houses are crowded some of the forwardest bedding geraniums may go into frames but they must be covered at night. Keep close watch on the young cy- clamens for insects. Thrips and green fly are apt to put in appearance now and if not killed destroy all hopes of healthy plants. Shading is necessary now. It is not too late for sowing sweet peas inside to produce flowers before those from outdoors are plentiful. OUTDOORS. When pruning rambler and climbing roses leave as much of the new wood as possible. It is on this wood that the flowers are produced and while it is useless leaving poor or undeveloped wood, none of the well ripened should be taken. A light mulch of loose, partially de- cayed manure should be laid on the beds where herbaceous stock has been newly planted. This will serve to keep In the moisture and prevent the sun reaching the roots. Prepare the quarters for asters, zin- nias, sweet sultan and other annuals for cutting with especial care, using plenty of composted soil or half de- cayed manure rather than fresh. A light, firm soil is better for colored leaved shrubs than a rich, heavy loam, bringing out the color in the foliage much better. The finer varieties of wrinkled peas may still be sown. After the end of the month the earlier, quicker matur- ing kinds are better. When planting the early sown beets pinch off the end of the tap root. Oriental poppies are gross feeders and where there is any suspicion of the soil being poor give a good top dressing of rich manure. Plant potatoes in any soil that has to be cleaned this year. A good crop can be grown and the frequent hoeing and cultivating necessary will destroy the weeds. Liquid manure is an excellent stimu- lant for early cabbage. If this is not plentiful nitrate of soda is an excellent substitute. Frequent hoeing is the best hasten- er of growing crops. It allows the sun's warmth to get to the roots, sweetens the soil and retains surface moisture. The Late Rev. D. S. Heffron. OBITUARY. Rev.D. S. Heffron. The Rev. Daniel Salisbury Heffron, horticulturist and minister of the gos- pel, died at his home in Washington Heights, near Chicago, March 30. Mr. Heffron was born at Schroeppel, Os- wego county. New York, 93 years ago. He was educated afr Falley seminary, then went to teaching and was super- intendent of the public schools of Utica, N. Y., from 1850 to 1868. Mr. Heffron was a naturalist of con- siderable attainments and numbered Asa Gray and the elder Agassiz among his intimate friends. Throughout his entire life he was an enthusiastic hor- ticulturist and engaged extensively in that pursuit, while at Utica, raising among other things a number of meri- torious varieties of grapes and pota- toes, the latter Including Early Rose, which had a world-wide vogue and is still grown extensively. In 1868 he moved to Chicago and engaged in the seed business, buying out Hovey & Nichols at 170 Lake street, retaining A. H. Hovey as a partner. The latter dropped out in a short time and after the fire was suc- ceeded by James H. Morris as a silent partner, the concern retaining the firm name of D. S. Heffron, with H. G. Savage as manager. After two or three years Morris succeeded Heffron and later Morris sold out to King & Savage. The concern seems to have had considerable difiiculty at the time of the fire, changing location fre- quently. In 1872 it was located on State street near Harrison in an emer- gency shanty, moving the following year to a new building farther north on the west side of the same street. Washington street is also given as one of the locations about this period| It was at Whitestown that Mr. Heff- ron met and married Dorcas Mandane Chapman. His wife, who survives him, is a direct descendant of Roger Williams. The venerable couple cele- brated their golden wedding anniver- sary in July, 1895. They had been married 64 years. They had eight children, two who died in infancy; Dr. Helen M. Heffron, who died in 1894; Walter S. Heffron and Ella Ab- bott, the wife of Arthur Abbott, both of whom died in 1902, and his surviv- ing children, Ida Cassa Heffron, Arthur D. Heffron and Cora Heffron Murray. Walter S. Heffron's genial personality is held in loving remem- brance by the Chicago flower trade, with which he was identified, lastly in the business of E. C. Amllng, and his brother, Arthur D. Heffron, with the Albert Dickinson Co., Chicago, is well and favorably known in the seed trade. When Mr. Heffron moved to Wash- ington Heights it was sparsely settled, but in 1872 he was largely instru- mental in the organization of Bethany Union church and remained its pastor for 17 years. The remaining years of his life were spent in this community and his warm interest in horticulture and floriculture continued to the last. The funeral services were held at the home of his daughter, Mrs. George W. Murray, April 1, and the interment was at Mount Greenwood cemetery. Herman Wild. Hermann Wild, for 42 years a resi- dent of Sarcoxie, Mo., died at his resi- dence Sunday, April 10, of old age. Born in Rosswein, Saxony, December 24, 1824, he left his native country at the age of 20, arriving in New York, from whence he went to Milwaukee, Wis., and in 1848 was married to Miss Maria Haase, who survives him. One of the early settlers at Sarcoxie, he purchased a tract of land and com- menced farming, later establishing a florist business. He was a man of kindly nature and benevolent dispo- sition. Recently he and his wife pre- sented the city with land for a park. Besides the widow, one brother and six children survive him. He was a member of the Odd Fellows order for 40 years, the body being laid to rest with the honors of that organization. Twenty Years Ago. APRIL, 1910. A cyclone at Louisville, Ky., did con- siderable damage to greenhouses. The season was remarkably early, but owing to a very mild winter not a mild spring. Fine pictures of the exterior of some of the New York state florists' places were shown in the American Florist, showing great skill and more care than is usually taken now-a-days. Vaughan's Greenhouses at Western Springs, 111., were in their first year. The old Genista racemosa was being sent out under the name of G. Canari- ensis. Dr. Geo. Thurber, one of the most accomplished of American botanists, died April 2 at Passaic, N. J. OCALA, FLA. — Andrew McDonald, of Summerville, N. J., has moved here with his family and will establish a I flower business soon. 626 The American Florist. April 23, TheAmerican Florist 1885 Twenty-Fifth Year 1910 Subscription. United States and Mexico $1.00 year; Canada $2.00; Europe and Countries in Postal Union. $2.50. Subscriptions accepted onlyfrom thosein the trade. When sendini? us change of address always send the old address at the same time. Advertising rates on application, From the first issue the American Florist has accepted only trade advertisements. Advertisements must reach us Tuesday (earlier if possible), as we go to press Wednesday. We do not assume any responsibility for the opinions of our correspondents. Eastern Representatives; A. F. Faulknfr. 1133 Broadway. New York. ROBT. KiFT. 17Z5ChcstnutSt..Philadelphia.Pa. THE AMEMCAN FLOKIST, 324 Dearborn St.. CHICAGO THIS ISSUE 52 PAGES WITH COVER CONTENTS. Half hour chapters for plant growers... 617 — Hydrangeas — Geraniums 617 — Marguerites — Rambler roses 618 — Pansles 618 The retail trade 618 — April flowers in the New York stores.. 618 — Hauswirth's store. Chicago, at Easter (lllus.) 618 —Decorated auto by A. "Wiegand & Son (lIIus.) 619 — State flowers 619 Diseases of French (Roman) hyacinths (lllus.) 620 chrysanthemums 620 — Rooted cuttings (lllus.) 620 —Chrysanthemums In the south 621 The rose 622 — Roses In Oregon and Washington (illus.) 622 The gardeners' M. P 624 The carnation 624 — Care of the young stock 624 To be done now 625 Twenty years ago 625 Cybituary — Herman Wild 625 —The late Rev. D. S. Heffron (portrait) 625 Mother's day 626 Brooklyn Botanic Garden 626 Chrysanthemum Society of America... 626 The late Mrs. Vesey 626 A flower pot accident 626 Chicago 628 Boston 632-636 Philadelphia 633 ."^ew York 634 Orange. N. J 634 Madison. N. J 638 Rochester. N. Y 638 Jollet, 111 639 St. Louis 639 The seed trade 640 — French bulbs 640 — California seed crops 640 — Catalogues received 640 — Another pernicious bill pending 640 — Imports 640 Market gardeners 642 ^Grapes for forcing 642 — Success In market gardening 642 Montreal 643 The nursery tr^de 644 — Another pernicious hill pending 644 — Three beautiful snireas 644 — Market Gardeners' Ass'n of Monroe County 644 Buffalo 646 Cleveland 647 Albany, N. Y 648 Toronto 6S0 Mewport, B. 1 651 The McCray Refrigerator Co.. Ken- dallville. Ind., makes a fine line of re- frigerators specially designed for flor- ists, full details of which will be found In the handsome new catalogue .iust issued Mother's Day. Thf honor of originating Mother's day belongs to a young lady of Phila- delphia. Pa.. Miss Anna Jarvis. who conceh'ed the idea of celebrating the anniversary of her mother's hirth, which is May 9, under this designation. The white carnation is the flora! em- blem of the day, but other white flow- ers are used when carnations cannot be obtained. We understand this is the fourth year of the celebration. Chrysanthemum Society of America. Owing to a clerical error in our issue of April 9, page 530, the date of the annual show at Morristown, N, J., reads November 23, 24, 1910, It should read November 2-3-4, Brooklyn Botanical Garden. Plans are now being made for the new Botanic Gardens and Arboretum which will be located in Institute parli, Brooklyn, N. T. The Institute of Arts and Sciences has an annual fund of $2,000 to $2,500 for the pur- chase of plants while the city will fur- nish the land and maintain the gardens. Dr. C. Stuart Gager, director Of the department of botany at the University of Missouri, has been en- gaged as director at a salary of $4,000, Fuel Economy. Ed, American Florist: Will you please tell me if a boiler 10 feet long and 42 inches in diameter, with ten 6-.nch flues, is as economical on fuel as one of the same dimensions with sinaller flues, the boiler to be set in brick? p g ^"""^ •? 'Z'^^ ^^^"^ chimney, a boiler with 3-inch flues will be found more eco- nomical Of fuel than one with 6-inch flues, especially if a high pressure of of^^t^^ '^ T"^^^- "'' 'f "-"^^ ^"" -capacity hand if°Jb "■ " "*'"'"''• °" '^^ °ther hand. If there is considerable reserve capacity in the boiler, and it is only necessary to maintain a low pressure a very good showing can be made with a boiler with 6-inch flues, m other words, taking two boilers having the same area of grate and fire surface but with 6-inch flues in one and 3-inch in the other, it will be possible to get more out of the latter with a given amount of fuel, but the difference will be very slight when the boilers are ca led on for one-half, or less, of their full capacity, l. r. t Flower Pot Accident. A WARNING TO WINDOW GARDENERS A peculiar and unfortunate accident happened in front of the Belmont ho- tel, Forty-second street and Park ave- nue, New York, on the afternoon of April 8. John E, Mayhew, an adver- tising agent of Worcester, Mass had just left the Grand Central station and was passing the hotel, when a flower pot fell from the tenth story, struck him on the head and broke his skull He was taken to Bellevue hospital in a dying condition. We trust that this accident will be a warning to all dwellers in cities. Many times we have noted great carelessness by household- ers concerning the way they have plants, both in pots and boxes, outside their windows. Doubtless the people who caused this accident are deeply grieved, but that does not improve the situation. Here are some instructive figures from a local paper: "Distance flower pot fell before striking Mr. Mayhew, 120 feet. Weight of flower pot, about 10 pounds. Its velocity when Mayhew was hit, 128,60 feet a second, or about 100 miles an hour. Force of the blow, about three tons — about the same force a projec- tile from a 6-inch gun has when it strikes an object." Another Pernicious Bill Pending. H. R. 23252, now before congress (committee on agriculture in the house) provides for importation of nursery stock into this country by permit only and requires that a United States officer inspect all lots so im- ported at destination regardless of state inspection, that he have 10 days to make such inspection, and that the secretary of agriculture may extend the operation of the law to all seeds and bulbs. This is another of the drastic laws put forward at the instigation of and by employes or by authority of the Department of Agriculture and should be opposed by every commercial nurseryman, seedsman and florist in the country. The Late Mrs. Vesey. IN MEMORIAM. Whereas, The Ladies' Society of American Florists has been called to mourn the loss of its beloved first president, Mrs. Wm. J. Vesey, of Fort Wayne, Ind., and is desirous of ex- pressing its sympathy; therefore, be it Resolved, That in the death of Mrs. Vesey our society has lost a member whom we have prized for her msdom and advice. The board of directors will miss her executive ability in their session this coming summer. To know her was to love her instantly. She has gone in her prime of life and our hearts go out in sympathy to the hus- band and children — we grieve with them: and be it further Resolved, That a copy of th.ese res- olutions be sent to the family, and also spread upon the minutes of this society, and published in the trade papers, Mrs. Peter Fisher, Mrs. J. P. SiBSON, Mrs. J. C. Vatjghan. Whereas. The Supreme Ruler of the Universe has called from labor to rest Mrs. Maggie S. Vesey and there- by caused a cloud of gloom to hover over the immediate family and rela- tives as well as the large circle of friends in her beloved profession; therefore, be it Resolved. That the St. Louis Ladies' Home Circle in regular meeting as- sembled extend to the bereaved fam- ily in this their sad hour the sym- pathetic hand of consolation and af- fection with the profound hope that the confidence of our loss being her eternal gain shall widen the silver lining around the cloud of sorrow; be it further Resolved, That a copy of these res- olutions be presented to the family and to the trade press, and also be- come a part of the records of this meeting. Mrs. Otto G. Koenig, Mrs. C. a. Kttehn, Mrs. Theo. Miller, Committee. St. Louis, Mo„ April 11, 1910. Meetings Next Week. Baltimore. Md., April 26, 8 p. m. — Gard- eners' and Florists' Club of Baltimore, Flor- ists' Exchange hall, St. Paul and Franklin streets. Cleveland, O., April 25, 7:30 p. m. — Cleve- land Florists' Club, Progress hall, 2610 De- troit street. L.ake Forest, ni., April 27, 8 p. m, — Hor- ticultural Society of Lake Forest, Council Chamber. City hall. New London, Conn., April 27. — New Lon- don County Horticultural Society. Elks' hall. Toledo, O., April 27. — Toledo Florists" Club. Winnipefir, Man., April 27. — Winnipeg Flor- ists' Association. igio. The American Florist. 627 Wants, For Sale, Etc One Cent Per Word, Gash with Adv. rorPlant Advs.. See Ready Reference Section. Where aosw^rs are to be mailed from this office, eoclote 10 cents extra to cover postaee. etc Sitoation Wanted— By sal^-slady with experi- CDce for puttt d plants aot* cut (lowers; preference cemetery New York or vicimty. r\ddrcss A B 21h E. I'Jth St.. New York City. Situation Wanted -By youne married man, Germa< , as caina ft. of ylass); near good home for the right nian; siate wages. John F. Miller. M cHenry. 111. Help Wanted— A florist of general ability, strict- ly temperate: state experience, refer nces and wages expected. W. W. Stertzing. 7280 Manchester av. St. Louis. Mo. Help Wanted— An experienced man for carna tions. chrysanthemums and general plant line; permanent position for good grower, Address Peirce Bros.. Waltham. Mass. Help Wanted— Two expert landscape garden- ers, at once: S 5.00 to $i8.00 a week; work all y. ar round: only good men need to apply. Address Box 2**. Waterloo. Iowa. Help Wanted.— A working foreman to take charge of rose department of 50,000 feet of glass. New modern, strictly up-to date plant. Must be ihoroughly competent. References required. Address Key 492. care American Florist. Help Wanted— Fir&tclass rose and carnation grower. Also one or two young men for pot plants in mail order d<-partment: must be rapid potters and able to water. State experience and salary wanted. Address Iowa Seko Company, Dea Moines. Iowa, Help Wanted— At once, carnation (or^man to take full charge of an up to date carnation estab- lishment; must be single, fully expernnctd in gr<'WiDg the best stock, ard able to handle men; state wages expected with board and room, and full particulars. Address N. ZwF.iFEL. North MilwauVee, Wis. Help Wanted— At once, a workine foreman, married, capable of handling h>'lp to advovntakie. on p ace of 3S,' Oflf.-ei of wlass where roses, carna- tions 'mums, bedding planis aod general stock are grown to t-upply our store: must be a pro- ducer of first class s'ock; send copies < f refer- ences: state age and vv^ges exoected in first r selling The olace is in a crowin.; college town: natural gas for heating at 10c a ihuusard. Chas. Uui-RR, Granville. Ohio. rOR SALE. One of the finest equipped, up-to date florist's business in Oklahoma oo the mnst prominent streets in Shawnee. Okla.; alsn f>n the car line: 12. fOO square feet of krlas-s; steam h -at. Business Si7U0' per month and can bedou-^ltd. Price; .^16.000 one half cash, balance one and two years at six percerit. This includes an auiomobilr- for deliv- ery. F »r further paiticulars wite t-iKE B.aker, 106 North Broadway. Suawnee. Oklahoma. WANTED. Seedsmen capable of earning $1000 per year. state fully your experience in seed business. Address Key 494, care American Florist. Agent Wanted Wholesale firm, exporting natural grass, clover, and agriculiural strds grass seed nii.\turcs to 1 he Stales is wanting au agent lor short trips and permanent renresenta- lion. Must be acquaioti-d wiili the trade. State rcferinces. age. cond ticns. Address Key 499, care American Florist. FOR SALE Second-tiand Greenhouse Bars, 14 ft. lengths, leper ft.; 9ft lengths, leper ft. Ventilators.with glass, 61/2x2 ft., $1.00 WIETOR BROS., si wabasn Ave., Cliicago Orchid Grower. .Advertiser needs and will njy gcod salary to a thoroughly competent grower of orchids on an ex- tensive scale in a commercial establishment: loca- tion, California. Address, with full particulars. Key 501. care American Florist. FOR SALE. Greenhouse plant; consisting of three houses. 15xlOU feet. Dietsch constiuct'OD, Carmody Ven- tilators, with show house 15>30 feet m frcnt; 5500 feet of 14x20 double thick American glass: houses heated hy 30 horse flue boiler and 2400 leet ol 4-in. piping, hot-water >ystim; plant complete with work-shop cfficeandall greeohousf tools. This property is situated in one of the wealthiest towns of its size in the State of New York about mid- way belwet n Rochester and Buffalo, on the Falls branch n( the N. V. C. R. R , has good retatil and wholesale bu-jiness and within walking distance of Catholic and Protestant cemeteries; everyihingr Dfw and uptodate. includher etc.: entire plant will be sold for less than the material could be bought for new today; title perfect, F r blue-print of plant, descriptions. price, lermji and full particulars addre-s the HIGHLAND REAL ESTATE CO., 1 1 1 Linden Avenne, MEMPHIS, TSNN Offer Them Now SLL SPECIALTIES For Cemetery Use All Bedding Plants Hindow Box Stock Plants for Vases The season is three weeks early, and the growers will get left who do not clean out their surpluses BEFORE THE COMET COMES 628 The American Florist. April 2 J, BEAUTIES, CARNATIONS, ROSES We are cutting heavily on all the better grades of BEAUTIES, ROSES, and CARNATIONS with all other seasonable stock in first-rate order. SEND US YOUR ORDERS AND THEY WILL BE TAKEN CARE OF. AMERICAN BEAUTIES Per doz. Extra long stems $3 00 30 inch stems 2 60 24 inch stems 2 00 20 inch stems 1 50 18-inch stems 1 25 15 inch stems 1 00 Short stems 76 Ctmtenay, Richmond, Mrs. Field, Uncle Per 100 John, Bride, Bridesmaid, Ivory, Sun- rise and Perle $4 00 to $6 00 My Maryland and Klllarney % Roses, our selection Carnations $ ■arrisU Valley Adiantum Asparagus, per bunch Ferns, per 1000 Per 100 4 00 to $ 8 00 3 00 1 50 to 3 CO to 2 50 12 50 4 00 1 00 50 2 50 2,000,000 FEET OF MODERN GLASS. PETER REINBERG, 35 Randolph St., Chicago WE ARE ABSOLUTELY CERTAIN That we can give you Complete Satisfaction on all your cut flower orders. It doesn't matter how large or how small they are, all will be taken care of, and taken care of properly. While we have fine stocks arriving daily of all popular flowers, we wish to call especial attention to the quality of our Bride, Bridesmaid, Klllarney, White Klllarney, Richmond and My Maryland Roses. They cannot be beaten anywhere. Carnations, too, are in splendid form and in all the popular varieties — the best coming to this market. Mlgnonette, Bulb stock, Callas, Lilies, Valley, Sweet Peas and all Seasonable Flowers; Ferns, Leucothoe, Galax, Asparagus and everything else needed in GrCCnS. We Give Personal Attention to All Orders. ZECH & MANN, Room 218, 51 Wabash Ave., Telephone Central 3284. Chicago Chicagfo. AN IMPROVEMENT. There are chronic "kickers" on the market who said things were getting worse at the end of last week, but no- body pays much attention to them. There was a far healthier tone to the market, the last two days more es- pecially, and stock cleaned up better than for a considerable time past. Of course many growers are throwing out more or less stock and this lessens the supply but there was also a brisker de- mand, both for local work and for out-of-town shipment and a great deal of stock was moved. Commencement exercises at out-of-town points have called for considerable flowers already in the territory served by this market while the city hotels are doing a big business and the call is large for flow- ers for table decorations. Roses have been good with more substance to the flowers and carnations are also in good shape. The arrival of Cattleya Mos- siae, earlier than usual, has put the or- chid supply on a better footing, C. Schroederae and C. Mossiae overlapping. There are now plenty of flowers for all. Sweet peas are still of medium quality only and the stock is not too plentiful. We have noted some extra good, long stemmed gardenias during the week and these are selling well. Even vio- lets have appeared again in better form after everyone thought they were "down and out," but they will not cut much figure In the market any more this year, and the end of the month will practically see the end of the vio- lets. During the present week there has been little change to chronicle. Stock has shortened up still more but, un- fortunately, the trade seems not to im- prove any. Both roses and carnations are good, much better than usual at this time of the year. Orchids keep getting more plentiful and the Spencer sweet peas improve this stock a little though they are not plentiful as yet. Sweet peas are holding their own bet- ter than any other flowers. Some ex- cellent gladioli are In and sell well. The early red peony from the south- ern part of the state appeared this week; the flowers are cut very tight, but they are much earlier than usual. If frosts hold off we may expect the deluge soon. OPENING OF THE BLA.CKST0NB HOTEL. The opening of the new Blackstone hotel gave John Mangel, who will run the florists' store in the building, a big amount of work. The decorations were very ornate and beautiful, yet simply and effectively carried out. In the main hall, fronting on Hubbard court, large vases of American Beauty roses, large palms and hydrangeas were effectively arranged. The palms were grand specimens and the hy- drangeas finely flowered stock. The main dining room is a magnificent apartment, curtains, carpet and all fit- tings being of a beautiful bright yet subdued red which lit up finely at night. Quite a pretty departure was noted In the combined lamps and flower stand on each table, the shade being just above a vase, shedding a soft light on the flowers with an ex- quisite effect. My Maryland roses and white daisies were used on all the tables. It is noteworthy that a sep- arate battery is provided for each table, thus insuring a regular light. The ball room and banquet hall were also beautifully treated, large kentias being the main feature, while magni- igio. The American Florist. 629 BEAUTIES Very Large Crop of long Stems They are the best quality in this market. Also a Big Cut of Roses and Carnations BUY DIRECT OF THE GROWER American Beauties perdoz. Extra long $3 00 3036ioch 2 50 24-inch 2 00 18-inch - .. $1 Goto 150 Short stems.. per 100, $3 00 to $4 00 Carnations Fancy red extra lone O. p. Bassett. Fancy White Enchantress Fancy Pink Enchantress and Winsor %l OJto 3 CO Per 100 $2 00 3 UO -Current Price Lisf- White and Pink Killarney, i Richmonds, Maids, Perles and Brides | E.vtra long and select, per 100 -S 00 Good lengths per 100 6 00 Medium leniiths. per luO $4 00 to 5 (« Short lengths 2 00 to 3 00 Miscellaneous Lily oftheVaUey per lOO $3 00 Tulips, all colors t2 ODto 3 00 Miscellaneous Sweet Peas, per ico $i oo Asparagus Sprays, pet 100 $3 00 to 4 CO Asparagus Strings 50 Sprengeri, per 100 2 00 to 3 00 Smilax, very long and heavy, perdoz 2 50 Adiantum, per 100 100 Galax, green orbronze perlCOO.. 100 Ferns, per 1000 2 50 ROSES, our selection, good medimn stems $2 00 per 100 Bassett & Washburn store and Office: 76 Wabash Ave., Ol^TOAOO Greenhouses: HINSDALE, ILL. WIETOR BROS. 51 Wabash Ave., CHICAGO Wholesale Growers of Cut Flowers — PRICE LIST American Beauties, f er doz Extra long *o2S 36-inch stems 2 50 BO-iBChstems 2 00 24-inch stems J 50 2frinch stems 1 00 12 inch stems 75 Short -A---;^ ^ Per 100 KUlamey. extra $8 00 medium ^^ good $3 00 to 4 00 RidUDOnd, extra .« 00 fancy 6 00 good $400to" 5 OO Mrs. Jardlne, extra 6 00 to 8 00 fancy 5 00 good 4 00 WMte Killarney. fancy 4 00 to 8 00 Brides and Maids, fancy 4 00 to 8 00 good 3 00 Uncle John, fancy SOOto 8 00 good 3 00 to 4 00 Perlc. fancy - 10 cents ROSES, our selecliOR $3 00 Carnations, extra fancy $3 00 Easter Lilies, short $2 00 per doz. VaUey $300to 4 00 Asparagus Plumosns, extra Quality, per hunch 75c Fancy Ferns. perlOOO $2 50 All other stock at lowest market rates. Prices subject to change without notice. No charge for packing. flcent specimen kentias 14-16 feet high were used in the smaller dining or cotfee room on the west side of the hall. In the lower entrance on Mich- igan avenue, smaller but splendidly flowered hydrangeas, kept low in front of the plate glass partitions, had a most pleasing effect. The whole dec- oration, in fact, was very fine and a great credit to Mr. Mangel, whom we congratulate on having secured this important concessions. The retail store will be finished in a few days and is of white marble and plate glass, a very attractive affair. A large icebox and marble top counter is installed, and everything is up-to-date in the fittings. NOTES. Bassett & Washburn have been very successful of late with Rhea Reld roses and the flowers now coming in to the store are excellent in every way, long stems, good foliage and equal to Beau- ties. The Beauty crop is keeping up in fine shape and all other stock shown is good. Mr. Washburn says he never saw a prettier sight than the snow made at Hinsdale on Sunday. The lilac bushes were in full flower, but when the snow came they were cov- ered with it and the effect of the pink flowers coming up among the snow was unique and beautiful. Probably such a thing was never seen before by the oldest or any other inhabitant. Al- though two inches of snow fell and the fruit trees are in full bloom, Mr. Washburn thinks little or no harm was done to the fruit. John Zech and M. Mann, of Zech & Mann, and a small party of others interested, paid a visit to the big car- nation growing establishments at Joliet on Sunday last, also visiting Albert C. Rott, the well-known retailer at that city. At the greenhouses everything was found in good shape and Mr. Rott was extremely busy with those elegant desig:ns of his. Mr. and Mrs. Rott's hospitality is unbounded and an ex- cellent dinner was done full justice to, all leaving for home early after a very pleasant day. The quality of the American Beauty roses now arriving at Vaughan & Sperry's is unusually good and they are handling immense quantities. One day last week 2500 long stemmed flow- ers went to one customer and there were other orders nearly as large. P. Sperry says the crop will last about three weeks, by which time their grow- ers hope to have another section in which will carry on tae supply until after Memorial day. 680 The American Florist. April 2j, BEAUTIES AT THEIR BEST A Large Supply Now in, $4 to $10 per 100. Roses in all popuUr varieties, Carnations, Lillum Lo ngif lorum, Callas, Fancy Valley, Fancy Ferns, Galax, Leucolhoe, Mexican Ivy. Wire Us for Prices on Large Quantities VAUGHAN & SPERRY 52=54 Wabash Ave., CHICAGO Iiong Distance Phone, Central 2571. The first peonies of the season at Kennicott Bros, arrived on April 18. E. E. Pieser says that in his 30 years' experience he has never Icnown them so early, though some 12 or 13 years ago they came in on April 29. From May 1-5 is considered an early date, but this year they are from 10-15 days earlier than they were ever known be- fore. The variety is the early red. Officinalis, and the flowers were cut very tight. The J. B. Deamud Co. is handling good gladioli, including Augusta and Vaughan's new darlc red seedling No. 203. The flowers are so good tliat they don't stay around the store, being or- dered in advance and snapped up al- most before the boxes are open. Em- peror narcissus is in excellent form here, also lilac from Michigan and all cleans up well daily, though the prices are not as high as could be wished. Zech & Mann have been handling a great line of Bride and Bridesmaid roses all the week. The flowers are perfect in color, the foliage good, and they say that the crop will last sev- eral weeks. All other stock here is in excellent shape and the out-of-town trade is reported good. Carnations are also a strong staple, the flowers being of fine color, large, and with extra good stems. Among the stock at Wietor Bros., we noted some especially good Mrs. Jardine this week. This rose is rap- idly improving in public favor and will be on hand from now on. Its only fault is that it flies open rather quickly in hot weather, and on this account should be cut tight. The long-stemmed Beauties at this store are also very attractive. H. R. Hughes, of West "Van Buren street, returned on Saturday from a very pleasant week's visit to Detroit. He made his headquarters at Breit- meyer's and says he was treated roy- ally by all the Detroit brethren. Mr. Hughes is drilling the children for his May party, which he hopes to make quite an educational feature this year. B. P. Rubel, of the Fleischman Floral Co., returned on Monday from a two weeks' vacation at French Lick. He Is feeling better for the rest and says that business has been excellent during his absence and continues good. Orchids, long-stemmed gardenias and American Beauty roses are among the principal items in demand here. The shipping trade this week at Peter Reinberg's has been extremely good and city trade is a little better than it was. The cooler weather has put all the stock in excellent condition (( The Busiest House in Chicago »» 1 HY not send your orders for Cut FlOWCrS to us? You save all further worry as you are assured of getting just what you want. J. B. DEAMUD CO. 51-53 Wabash Ave., CHICAGO for shipping, the American Beauty and My Maryland roses and all varieties of carnations being among the strongest lines. Geo. Reinberg is sending in fine Cattleya Mossiae, the flowers large and of good color. We have frequently advised leaving cattleyas to fully de- velop before cutting and are glad to note that the flowers coming to mar- ket from various growers show signs of this advice being taken. The Deamud Bowling Trophy Won bv T. C. Varnall for Bost .\vcmgi' During the Season 1909-1910. BOWLING. The Carnations are champions of the Florists' bowling league which ended the season on April 14, by roll- ing the games of which the scores fol- low, the last of a series of 81. Carna- tions, first; Violets, second; Orchids, third, and Roses, fourth, is the order. The team and individual prizes will be announced next week. In the compe- tition for the Deamud cup, T. C. Tar- nall was successful. There was a very large and enthusiastic crowd at this meeting and the enthusiasm became greater as the evening rolled on. On Thursday of this week a meet- ing will be held at J. Kruchten's store at which the prizes will be awarded and probably arrangements for the team to represent the city at the Rochester convention in August will be made. First Game. Carnations. | Violets. Farley ...110 ISS 165|Johnson ..155 199 128 Krauss ..137 111 122|Bergman .114 112 160 Winterson.132 132 1531 Kruchten. . 145 111 157 Pastern'k.l35 127 132|r,leberman.l41 121 104 Ayres 147 1G2 179 Yamall ..178 169 136 661 720 751 Orchids. Huiebner. .139 207 174 Graff 168 180 165 Vogel 119 164 164 Asmus .. .136 162 115 J. Zech.. .151 183 148 713 896 766 733 712 682 Roses. Goerlsch ..130 115 141 Pieser 116 150 175 Liorman . .138 159 109 Strauss .. .109 110 93 Wolf 156 203 117 649 737 635 Second Game. Carnations. I Violets. Farley ...121 139 131|Johnson ..169 158 167 Krauss ...167 142 ISllBergman. .120 169 148 Winterson.133 1S2 145] JCruchten .134 142 132 Past9rn'k,154 167 154|Ueberman.l24 14S 172 Ayres 123 164 129Yarnall ..137 158 166 Huebner CJraff . . Vogel . . .\smus . J. Zech 698 794 710l Orchids. I 151 152 129 152 150 166 120 13S 16B 146 109 164 684 776 764 Roses. Goerlsch ..122 107 179 Pieser ... .148 159 191 L,orman . .109 185 98 Strauss .. .113 106 142 .127 126 leSWolf ..!'. .161 149 179 653 706 71') 696 670 772 igio. The American Florist. 631 Cut Flowers | E. H. HUNT FOR ALL OCCASIONS. FLORISTS* SUPPLIES TOO. -SEND FOR PRICE LIST.- 76 Wabash Avenue, CHICAGO. KYLE & FOERSTER, W. p. KYLE. 5 J Wabash Ave., -CONSIGNORS SOUCITED. Wholesale Florists. L. D. Phone Randolph 3610. JOSEPH FOERSTKR CHICAGO LCAMLINB THE I/ARGEST, BEST EQUIPPED, MOST CENTRAI^LY LOCATED WHOLESALE CUT FLOWER HOUSE IN CHICAGO. 32. 34, 36 RANDOLPH STREET, CHICAGO. L D. 'Pbones Central 1978 and 1977. CHAS. W. McKELLAR, SI Wabash Ava. CHICAGO. ORCHIDS A Specialty Fane; Stock in Peoniet, Valley, Roses, Beaoties, Carnations and a full line of al I Cut Flowers. Greens, Wire-Work and Florists' Supplies. Send (or Complete Catalogue. TOEHLMANN BROS. CO. WboleaaJe Growers of and Dealers in 0-u.t; FT^lo-wer® All telegraph and telephone orders ■ Eriven prompt attention. Greenhouses 32-37 Randolph St. MORTON GROVE, ELL. CHICAGO. A writ of execution has been served on Rudolph Jahn, who for a few weeks has been trading at 294 Dear- born street as a retailer, by Albert Hoefeld for rent. The writ was served on April 13, and the sale will be on April 25. There are some fairly good fittings, a cash register and ice box, some small amount of ware, seeds and sundries to be disposed of. Hoerber Bros, are in shorter crop now with roses and carnations than they have been, but the stock that is coming is of good quality and cleans up well daily. They expect to be in full crop with roses for Memorial day, repeating their Easter success. At the J. A. Budlong establishment good carnations have been a leading feature this week, Victory and White Perfection being especially good. Mrs. Jardine and Richmond are most prominent in the roses. H. C. Rowe is rejoicing in the ac- quisition of a son and heir, April 14- J. a. BUDLONG Street, CHICAGO. CUT FLOWERS 37-39 Randolph Street, CHICAGO. WHOLESALE Boses and A Specialty GROWER Of WIETOR BROS. ^,°„'|r"oj Cu< Flowers AD telegraph and telephone orderi eiTCb prompt attention. 51 Wabash Ave.. CHICAGO. iK^oMe Rower MM*Ket>s Chicago. April 20. Roses, Beauty, extra select ... 35 in ■'. 30in 18in 15in Short Bride, Bridesmaid, select.. 4 medium 2 Rillarney. select. .. 4 medium and short2 Mrs, Jardine 4 Mrs. Potter Palmer My Maryland " Perle Richmond 4 Uncle John .. White Killarney, select .... 4 medium 2 Carnations, select fancy 1 common and splits . ■ Callas per doz.. 1 50 LiliumHarrisii — perdoz.. 2 ()0 Lily of the Valley 3 Miffnonette 3 Narcissus 2 Orchids perdoz.. 6 00@ 9 00 Sweet Peas Adiantum per lOCO. AsparaeusPlum. strinj^s, each, 60(g " ■' sprays 3 SprenKeri .. 3 Boxwood. .per bunch. 25c percase Ferns per 1000. Smilax 3 00 2 50 2 00 1 50 1 CO 75 Per 100 U0@ 6 00 00@ 3 00 00® 6 00 00@ 3 00 00@ 6 00 600 6 00 6 00 00© 6 00 6 00 00(8 8 ro 00© 3 00 50® 2 no 75 12 50 00@ 4 00 ooa 8 03 00® 3 00 40® 1 00 1 .50 > 75 00® 4 00 00® 4 00 . 7 50 2 50 1 50 Quality Counts.. Let us hare your next order for Roses and Carnations and other Seasonable Flowers. JOHN KRUCHTEN, 51 Wabash Ave.. CHICAQO. who, we hear, is to be named Henry Charles (Jr.). Mrs. Rowe and the baby are progressing nicely. The John C. Moninger Co. has pur- chased a lot on Hawthorne avenue and will erect a modern flat building. The total cost will be $29,000. E. C. Amiing reports a fair shipping trade this week, with ample stock to meet all demands. Early red peonies appeared here April 16. KENNICOTT BROS. WHOLESALE CUT FLOWERS 48-50 Wabash Ave., L. D. Phone, Central 466. Chicago We will havo aDytbins in the line of CUT FLOWERS and GREENS that you may want if anybody has it, at Cbicaero market prices on day of shipment. A. L. Randall Co. 1 9-2 1 Randolph St., CHICAGO. L.D. Phone Central 1496. Private Exchange All Departments. If you do not rc-ceive our price list reeularly send for it. BE YOUR OWN COMMISSION MAN AT THE Flower Growers' Market 60 Wabash Ave., CHICAGO. A Few Desirable Stands For Rent. See JOHN SINNER, Manager. ' CftCWERS*"SHlPPERS ,„ ^CUT FLOWERS" y* 59 WABASH AVE. *V* B^ONECENTRMJ HOEBBEfi QROS. Wholesale Growers of Gut Flowers, Telephone Randolph 2758. Greenhouses: DES PLAOiES, ILL. Store- 51 Wabash Avenue CHICAGO W. N. Rudd says local peonies will be in bloom for Memorial day. Vaughan's Seed Store has received three cars of box and bay trees. Visitors: C. A. Brazee, Wilmington, Calif.; A. N. Kinsman, Austin, Minn. 632 The American Florist. April 2 J, American Beauties Lily of the Valley, Carnations and all Tea Roses, Id lots of one hundred to one thousand. Phone or wire us. WELCH BROTHERS, „..o^. ». Boston, Mass. Grafted and Own Root Rose Plants Killarney, Richmond, My Maryland, White Killarney, (Waban strain), Kaiserin, Bride and Bridesmaid Send for Prices W. H. Elliott, Brighton, Mass. Rice Brothers Wholesale Florists and SuppUei, 1 15 N. 6th St., MINNEAPOLIS, MINN. Cut Flowers received twice daily. Can fill your orders to your satisfaction. Also headquarters for Wild Smllax, Boxwood, Galax Leavei, Hardy Fancy Ferns. Prices quoted on Urge quantities. THE MUNK FLORAL GO. Wholesale Growers of CUT TLOWERS Columbus, Ohio Weilaod & Olioger 128 [.Thirds., CINCINNATI, 0. Wholesale Growers and Shippers of Cut Flowers. Boston. MARKET IN BETTER CONDITION. Business has been somewhat better this week and stock has fallen off a little in quantity. This makes a better combination for everybody. Sweet peas have shortened up considerably and the quality is much inferior to that of the past two weeks. They are selling very well and the growers clean up every morning at good prices. Roses are fairly plentiful, but the quality is decidedly olf. It is difficult to get Killarney or Richmond with good heads and stems. The smaller grades are much better value in proportion than the larger ones. The prevailing fault seems to be that the roses are cut altogether too tight, and store men complain that they do not de- velop and open as they should. More often they droop over at the neck be- fore they show any signs of opening. White Killarney is coming best of all at present. Beauties are fairly plenti- ful and of good quality; prices are down to the point where they are at- tractive to the buyers. Gardenias are plentiful and a good many are being used. They are off somewhat on qual- ity. Some of the finest snapdragon of the season is coming in and it sells well. Iris is in good demand, but the supply is rather limited at present. A few gladioli have made their appear- ance and are picked up on sight. Mignonette is plentiful and selling well. Primroses are falling off a little Easter lilies and callas are plentiful enough for all purposes, and on large lots can be bought quite cheap. Can- didums are coming in in goodly num- bers. Valley is in good demand and considerable stock is coming in. Or- chids are still off a little. Carnations are not so plentiful and are selling well. There is plenty to meet all de- mands, but no great over-supply. On the whole the markets have been in much better shape throughout the week than during the preceding week or two. The plant trade is lively and there is considerable work going on with pansies, etc. Some fine hydran- geas and rambler roses are coming in. HOLTON & HINKEL CO. Wholesalers of Fresh Flowers 462 Milwaukee St., MILWAUKEE, WIS. We^e Rower MM'Kefe Boston, April 20. Per 100 Roses. Beauty, best 25 00@30 00 medium IS 00@20 00 culls 500@1000 " Bride. Bridesmaid 1 00@ 4 00 " Extra S00@8 00 Carnations 1 00 selected 2 00® 3 00 Callas 8 00@10 00 Cattleyas 35 OOigSO 00 Lilium Loneiflorum 8 00@10 00 Lily of the Valley 2 00® 3 00 Smilax 12 0D@16 00 St. Louis. Apri 20. Roses, Beauty, long stems 12 00@15 00 medium stems 6 00@10 00 short stems 2 00@ 4 00 Bride, Bridesmaid 3 00@ 6 00 Killarney 3 00@ 6 00 My Maryland 3 00@ 6 00 Richmond 3 00@ 6 00 Carnations 1 00® 2 00 fancy 2 009)2 50 Callas 8 00@10 00 Easter Lilies 6 0P@10 CO Jonquils 1 508i 2 00 Sweet Peas 15@ 40 Adiantum 1 50 Asparagus Spreneerl 2 00@ 3 00 Smilax 12 50015 00 Cincinnati. April 20. Roses. Beauty 1 00^ Bride, Bridesmaid 2 Golden Gate 2 Killarney 2 Richmond , 2 Carnations 1 Callas Daffodils, outdoor Daisies Hyacinths. Miniature Dutch Lilium Longiflorum Lily of the Valley 3 Narcissus, Paper White Sweet Peas Tulips 3 Adiantum 1 Asparagus Sprengeri. per bch, 25 Smilax 12 ) 4 00 00@ 6 00 00@ 6 00 00@ 6 00 00® ft 00 00® 3 00 10 00 50 50 4 00 12 50 00® 4 00 3 00 SO® 75 00® 4 00 00® 1 50 50®20 00 Milwaukee. April 20. Roses Beauty 6 00®40 00 Bride, Bridesmaid 3 00® 8 00 " Killarney 4 00® 8 00 Liberty. Chatenay 2 00® 8 00 " Perle 3 00® f> 00 Richmond 4 00® 8 00 Carnations 1 00® ?< 00 Lilium Giganteum 10 00 Lily of the Valley 4 00 Trumpet Major 3 00 Von Sion 3 00 Sweet Peas SOo' 1 nO Tulips 2 00® 3 CO Adiantum t 50 Asparagus. per string, SO® 60 " Plumosus, per bunch, 50 Sprengeri, " ■ 35 Ferns. Fancy per 1000 2 50 Yellow marguerites are coming in very heavy, as is usual at this season of the year. They are a popular flower and always sell well. Asparagus Sprengeri is coming in much more freely and is dragging a little at times. NOTES. Peirce Bros, are bringing in the first of their dwarf gladioli.- This firm is making them a specialty this season. ^..*u'M"iririr*ir Absolutaly e B*at Po< Serrlca. AutncM Houn 7a. m. to 8 p. m. 1619-16Z1 Ranstead St., PHILADELPHIA, PA. lii|oMeHo¥erMM'l^U Philadelphia, April 20. Per 100 Roses, Beauty.extra 20 00@25 00 first 10 00@15 00 Brides and Maids 4 00@ 6 00 " Tea 4 00@ 6 00 ■' extra S 00@12 00 Carnations 2 00@ 4 00 Callas s OOmO 00 Cattleyas 5u 00@75 Ou DaSodils 2 OOOP 3 00 Lilium Harrisii 5 00@ 8 00 Lily of the Valley 3 00@ 4 00 Mignonette .i 00@ 4 00 Snapdragons S 00ffil2 00 Sweet Peas 75© 1 00 .\diantum 11X3)150 AsparaBus per bunch SO Smilax 15 00ia2O 00 Pittsburg. April 20. Per 100 Roses, Beauty, special 15 00@20 00 extra 10 00@12 OO No.l 400@600 " Bride. Bridesmaid 2 00@ 6 00 Chatenay 2 00@ 6 OO •■ Killarney 2 00@ 6 00 " My Maryland 2 00@ 6 00 Richmond 2 00@ 6 00 Carnations 1 50@ 2 OC Callas 8 00 Cattleyas 50 00@60 00 Daffodils 1 00@ 3 00 Gardenias 35 00@50 00 Lilac, white... per bunch, 1 00@1 SO Lilium Longiflorum 6 Lily of the Valley Mignonette Pansies Primroses Sweet Peas Adtantum Asparagus Sprengeri. per bunch, strings... per string. sprays. . .per bunch, Smilax SO® 00 400 400 1 00 75 SO 1 50 50 SO 50 15 00 three, while a few four-year-old are also held in high estimation. Grafted plants show up well after the first sea- son, own root stock being the best the first year. A large plant at the end of one of the beds in a row where its mates had died or were removed was exceptionally strong and was pointed out as an example of what one plant could do if given the chance. This plant will produce 125 good flowers this season. Mr. Parenwald says the custom of growers is to set the plants 10-15 inches apart in the rows, but he gives 18 and one foot between the rows. He thinks if he only had the nerve to give them 24 inches each way it would pay in the increased vigor of the plants. His My Maryland re- turned liim the most money per square foot of bench space up to February 1, and was then passed by Killarney. Richmond is seen here in perfection, but is not as profitable as of yore. He believes this rose does best on its own roots, producing most in winter when the prices are highest. The figures for his Richmond specials have been better than for Beauties when offered in the same market. Another point is that in 100 Rich- monds all were perfect blooms, while the same could not be said about Beauty. The borders about the ground beds in which the roses were grown were all cement, two to three inches in thickness, the 2-inch looking as strong as the other. When asked how much glass his place contained he said by New York measure 52,000 square feet, by the Philadelphia gage 65,000, but when measured by the Chicago rule it was 75,000. New York, he said, counted the square feet of ground covered, Philadelphia the glass in the roof, and in Chicago they counted in the glass in the sides of the house. Cort's fasteners for holding the iron stakes to the wires, running the length of the bed were, he considered, indispensable and were in use in all the houses. New houses are still going up. The King Construction Co. is erecting two for Didden & Sons 30x200 feet. K. 634 The American Florist. April 2j, New York. A SLIGHT IMPROVEMENT. There was an improvement in tlie business of the past week. Though there was no marked advance in prices, there was, on account of cooler weather, less stock, and it moved bet- ter. While we are not in the habit of prophesying, it is a reasonable sup- position that, for the next two months, business will be more encouraging. Judging by all precedents covering our recollection, there will, for some time to come, be a decrease in the supply of cut stock, and if so It will greatly benefit all branches of the trade. Along about Easter, stock came into this market that was given or thrown away, for the simple reason that it could not be sold. We trust that such a condition will never again be seen. The price of American Beauty roses pushed up a little during the past week. Twenty-five cents each is now the ruling price; a few very good ones sell for 30 cents, but these are not con- trolling figures. The shorter grades of tea roses seem to go better than the specials. The reason is that in a great city like this there is always an im- mense amount of funeral work. A feature of the market at present is the very low price of gardenias, and it would appear that this industry, like some other branches of the trade, is being overdone. Gardenias that were formerly sold for 75 cents and $1 each were of a poorer quality than the flow- ers now being hawked about the streets of the city for 15 cents each. Four cents per flower is about the best that lilies bring, but it is hoped that there will soon be an improve- ment. It may have been the warm weather of March, or other reasons, but there are people in this wholesale district that would be glad to find an animal that would eat lilies at a profit. NOTES. A meeting was held in the Grand Opera house building on the night of April 18 to consider the proposition for a plant and cut flower market un- der the Queensborough bridge. A petition was drawn up and received about 50 signatures, asking the city comptroller to take favorable action. It has been erroneously stated in a local journal that this was a special meeting of the Florists' Club. It was a meeting of interested parties, in which members of various organiza- tions took part. As yet, nothing definite can be stated regarding the course that may be pursued. The decorations at St. Bartholo- mew's church for the Gould-Drexel wedding, April 19, by Alexander Mc- Connell, were largely in pink roses (Chatenay and Mrs. Jardine), callas and white daisies. The entire scheme was carried out in an artistic and be- coming manner. The bridal bouquet was of moss roses and orange blos- soms. Burglars entered the store of Geo. Saltford, at 43 West Twenty-eighth street, April 18, but failed to open the safe there. In the private office they were more successful in their safe cracking, but only found a few pen- nies and a couple of boxes of cigars, the best of which they annexed; they also took $300 from a desk. Wm. E. Williams, a highly respected citizen of Brooklyn, died at his home, 766 Fulton street, on April 11. Mrs. H. C. Riedel, his daughter, is the wife of H. C. Riedel, foreman of A. J. Guttman's store, 34 West Twenty- eighth street. He was buried in Green- wood cemetery, Brooklyn. F. C. Sheerer is now with the New York Cut Flower Co., selling the ex- tensive products of the Carl Juergen's estate of Newport, R. I. Mr. Scheerer is making many friends in the trade. Surplus Stock LILIUM AURATUMS 8-9-in. (ISOinacase) $ 4.50 per case LILIUM SPECIOSUM ALBUMS 8-9-iu. (220 in a case) $13.00 per case CYCAS STEMS % lb. (300 lbs. to a case)., 16.50 per case ' Prices f. o. b. New York. Sold only in case lots. Stock limited. Order at once. BAMBOO STAKES Natural and green. Various sizes always on hand. Yokohama Nursery Co., Ltd. 31 Barclay S#., NEW YORK Orang:e, N. J. ■ Announcement was made at the regular meeting of the New Jersey Floricultural Society at Lindsley hall, Main street, April 8, that Hitchings & Co., 1170 Broadway, New York, the greenhouse builders, had donated a silver cup to the society, valued at $25. This will be competed for at the an- nual dahlia show which will be held the second Friday in October. There was a large attendance and many beautiful exhibits. Geo. Smith, of East Orange, gave a very interesting talk on the commercial florist. He said that a man can be a florist but he cannot always be a good gardener, and the man who does not love plants is not worthy of the name of gardener. The florist or gardener that finds out what he can do the best and makes a specialty on that point is the man that always has the greatest success. Lager & Hurrell, Summit, had a great display of orchids on exhibition which attracted a great deal of attention, and for which they received 99 points. Foliage and flowering plants, also roses, carnations and other flowers from private places were in competi- tion for points. A. C. Von Gaasbeck, John Dervan gardener, was awarded 90 points for roses; A. B. Jenkins, Albert F. Larson, gardener, 97 points for roses; S. M. and Austin Colgate, Wm. Reid, garden- er, 75 points for roses; Thos. Edison, Frank Drew, gardener, 70 points for roses; Wm. Reid, 95 points for carna- tions; Chas. Hathaway, Max Schnei- der, gardener, 90 points for carna- tions; John Dervan, 85 points for car- nations; 95 points for best flowering plant; Wm. Reid, 85 points for flow- ering plant; 90 points for foliage plant. Cultural certificates were awarded to John Dervan for calceolarias and to Max Schneider for schizanthus and lilies. Chas. Ashmead was awarded a certificate of merit for lilies and campanulas; Wm. Reid, certificate of merit for calceolarias. Thomas Jones, Short Hills, showed wallflowers. Fritz Berglund, gardener at the Essex Coun- ty country club, showed sweet peas. Chas. Mc. Taggart of New York was present at the meeting. W. R. Lyndonvuxe, Vt.— has been extremely storms almost dally week. Nothing is and trees cannot be frost in the ground, the past few days spring-like. The weather here cold, with snow- during the last planted outdoors lifted because of but the weather has been more AT LAST WEEK'S TEST before the Nassau County Horticultural Society APtllNE Was pronounced by many experts to be the Most Effective Insecticide on the market to-day for general greenhouse and outdoor use. The demonstration again proved conclusively that Aphine will do all that is claimed for it. A Trial Will Convince You. Send for descriptive circular' also name of nearest selling agent. Aptiine Manufacturing Go. MADISON, N. J. Buffalo, N. Y. — August J. Reichert was fined $20 April 15 for violation of the child labor law, he having em- ployed Joseph Packe, 13 years old, in his store. San Antonio, Tex. — The weather April 16 was very cold here with a severe storm. P. D. Hauser says this has been the best season he has ever had in business, doing more from January to April than in any entire year heretofore, with larger profits. Mr. Hauser is planning to attend the S. A. F. convention at Rochester next August. igio. The American Florist. 635 1889 Telepbone 167 MadUon Sqnare. J. K. ALLEN, lOlO Wholesale Commission Florist, Established 1887. NEW YORK CITY. 106 West 28th Street, Open the year around to receive shipments of Cut Flowers. Open Every Morning at 6 a. m. Prompt Returns To Shippers Traendly £ Schenck, WHOLESALE FLORISTS, 44 WKT ZStll STRXET. rkanes, 708 and 790. NEW YORK. Young & Nugent, Telephone 2065-2066 MadUon Sqnare. 42 West 28th Street, To out-of-to%vn florists We are In the Heart of And ?)Te~ special attention to steamer and Theater orderB. Prompt deliveries and best stock in the market. New York Alexander J. Guttman, THE WHOLESALE FLORIST OF NEW YORK 34 WEST 28th STREET, PHONKS, 1664-1665 MADISON SQUARE ENOUGH SAID. Trade Directory OF THE UNITED STATES AND CANADA. raicE S3. 00. postpaid. American Florist Co.. 3Z4 Dearborn s^ Chicago Roses, Carnations and all kinds of Seasonable Flowers in Stock. Wholesale I Commission Florists. norists' SoppUes and Wire Deslgng. WM. F. KtSTINB G0.< August Millang WHOLESALE FLORIST 41 W. 28th St., NEW YORK N.Y. Gut Flower Exchange Cooean Bldg. , 6th Ave. &W. 26th St,. New York. Open for Cut Flower Sales at 6 o'clock Every MorniDsr. Desirable Wall Space to Rent for Advertisioe. V. S. DORVAL, Secretary. ALFRED H. LANGJAHR WHOLESALE FLORIST, 55 W. 28tli Street, NEW YORK. All flowers in season. Consignments of first- class stock solicited. Phones 4626 and 4627 Madison Square. Yonkers, N. Y. A very interesting meeting of the Horticultural Society was iield in Wig- gins hall April 15 with President Ben- net in the chair and about 40 mem- bers present. Six new members were admitted and a number of applications received. The executive committee reported on the June show, saying prizes had been donated for all the classes, also three specials, one of them being $25 by the Yonkers Nursery Co., ¥lioMe HowcrMM'fteU New York. April 20. Roses. Beauty, special 15 0OS25 00 fancy 10 00^15 00 No.l 6 00® 8 00 No.2 1 OOS 300 Bride. Bridesmaid, special. 3 00® 5 00 extra and fancy 1 00© 2 00 Killarney. special 6 00® 8 00 extra and fancy. 3 00® 5 00 No.l and No.2. 50® 1 00 My Maryland 2 00® S CO Richmond 1 00®12 00 Carnations 50® 2 00 Callas per doz.. 75® 1 00 Cattleyas 25 00®60 00 Gardenias ...per doz.. 75® 2 50 Lilium Longiflorum 2 00® 4 00 Lily of the Valley 1 00® 3 00 Mignonette. .per doz.. 20® 50 Sweet Peas ..per doz. bunches 35® 75 Buffalo, .'ipril 20. Roses. Beauty, special 20 00@25 00 •• ■ fancy 15 00020 00 extra 10 00® 15 00 Bride. Maid. Killarney 8 00@10 00 Carnations 1 50@ 3 00 Callas 8 00@12 00 Daffodils 1 00@ 2 00 Daisies 1 00® 2 00 Jonquils 1 50@ 2 00 Lilium Longiflorum 8 00@10 00 Lily of the Valley 3 00@ 4 00 Mignonette 1 00@ 3 00 Sweet Peas 50@ 1 00 Tulips 1 00® 2 50 Violets... 40® 60 Adiantum" Croweanum 1 25® 1 50 AsparagusStr 50® 60 Ferns 2 00 Galax 1 50 Smilax '. 15 00 FORD BROS., Recelveri and Shipper! of Fresh Flowers 48 West 28th St., NEW YORK. Telephone 3870-3871 Madison Sqnmr*. to be used as the society thought best The schedule was submitted and read of the fall show and after some dis- cussion was adopted, there being 65 classes in all. The prizes offered by Vice-President Cochrane and Louis Melliot were very keenly contested for and the Judges decided in the following manner: H. Nichols first for a vase of antirrhinum; J. Goff second for Pandanus Veitchi; H. Scott Moore, Hentz & Nash, WHOLESALE COMMISSION FLORISTS 6S and 67 West 2eth Strest, Telephone No, 75£ Midi ison Sqnare. NEW YORK. HORACE E. FROMENT WHOLESALE COMMISSION American Beauty Roses a specialty. Rosci, Violets, Carnations, Valley, Lilies, Etc. 57 West 28th St., NEW YORK CITY Telephones: 2200 and 2201 Madison Square, Walter F.Sheridan WHOLESALE FLORIST , Telephenes: 3832 and 3533 Madison Sq. 39 West 28th St., NEW YORK. FLOWERS SHIPPED BY JOHN I. RAYNOR Are the best product of the best arrowers for the New York market. Adiantam Croweanum sold here excluslreir. 49 West 28th St., NEW YORK Telephone 1998 Madison Square. KESSLER^BROS. 50 W. 28th St., NEW YORK. OUT FLOWERS Wholesale Plantsmea and Florists. Phone 2336 Madison Sblpments Everywhere. Pron-Dt and satisfactory. ConsignmeotB solicited. third for a vase of Hydrangea Otaska. The judges were W. H. Waite, E. Berger and W. Shepard. L. W. 636 The American Florist. April 2j, A LLNnrserymen. Seedsmen and Florists wisbJDC *^ to do business with Europe should send for the "florticnltnral 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. As the H. A. is a purely trade medium, appli- cants should, with the subscription, send a copy of their catalog or other evidence that they belong to the nursery or seed trade. Money orders payable at Lowdham, Notts, Address Editors of "H. A." ClillweU Nurseries, LOWDHAM. Notts. England Mention the American Florist when writing THE BEST WAY o collect an account is to place it vrith the National Florists' Board Of Trade 56 Pine Street, NEW YORK. WHY? Becasue many debtors will pay the Board fearing otherwise a bad rating in our Credit List Full information as to methods and rates giyen on application. Mention the American Florist when writing WHOLESALE PRICE LIST GALAX, FERNS AND LEUCOTBOE Direct from the woods to the dealer. Per 1000 Galax green and bronze $0.50 Ferns, dagger and fancy 1.00 Greeen Leucothor Sprays, regular lengths... 2.00 Green LeucothoeSprayi, lOto 15-in 1.00 Special prices on lots of 100. OCO and up. Terms strictlv cash. f. o. b. Elk Park. N. C. North Carolina Evergreen Go.,«'"rc.^ Mention the American Florist when writing George Cotsonas & Co. Wholesale and Retail Dealers In all kinds of Evergreen Fancy aed Dagger^ Ferns, Bronze and Green Galax, Phone 1202 Mad, Sq. MalnStore, 50 W. 28th St.« NErW YORK. Mention the American Florist when writing New Crop Ferns FANCY and DAGGER ready May lit. Special price for large ordert Price $1.2S perlOOO. GALDWELL THE WOODSMAN CO., Ever^e^, Alabanna Mention the American Florist when writing Boston Notes. One of the largest growers of gar- denias in New York recently sent a man over to this city and shipped him quantities of these flowers every day to dispose of amongst the trade. After flooding the city for a week, the agent returned to New York far from pleased at the gardenia trade here. He did not choose an opportune time or he might have fared much better. The salesmen of the Bayersdorfer Co., of Philadelphia, have been in the city for the past week. They displayed a very attractive line of metal designs and Memorial day novelties, and booked several very good orders. They report trade as being very brisk in their lines. The whole of the park systems are a treat to see at this time. Forsythia in full flower is to be seen everywhere. Everything seems to be unusually for- ward, owing to the spell of warm weather recently. Several beds of tulips are to be seen in full flower, and fruit trees are much more forward than is usual for the time of year. Clara Cemetery Vase MADE OF SOLID MOULDED GLASS 12 inches high, with wide flaring mouth. Can be supph'ed in green or white. Doz., $2.50: barrel of 3 doz., $6.00, f. o. b. Chicago. Vaughan's Seed Store, CHICAGO: 84-86 Randolph St. NEW YORK: 25 Barclay St FANCY DAGGER New Crop Cawmm Hardy Cut TBTHS First Quality, $1.40 per M. ALSO DEALERS IN Baled Spruce for Cemetery Use BOUQDXT GREEN, SPHAGNUM MOSS. Etc. LB.BRAGUESSCN, Oldest, Largest and Most Reliable Dealers in the United States. Hinsdale, Mass. Henry M. Robinson & Co. Wholesale Commission Florists. Lul rlOWciS greens and Florists' SuppUes. FANCY. DAOQBR. Dagger and Fancy Ferns $1.50 per 1000 Bronze and Green Galax $1.00 *er 1000: 8.50 per 10 000 Lencotboe Sprays $1.00 per 100; $7.59 per 1000 Southern ^Vitd Smitax, Branch Laurel, Laurel Festooning, Oreen and Sphaenum Moss, Boxwood Sprays, A large stock constantly on hand. Can fill orders at a moment's notice. Telephone or telegraph. Telephones: 2617-2618 Main; Fort Hill 25290. 15 Province Street and 9 Chapman Place, BOSTON, MASS. $2.00 1000 FANCY FERNS, pS Naw Crop Oalax. Bronze or Green $1.25 per 100>: tMMt.SIM Sphadnnaa Moaa, large bales $1.25: ( bales. $7 .at. Extra fine Lancolhoa Sprays. Green and Bronze $1.00 per 100: $Sr.S0*er lOM Baxwaad per buncb. 35c: 50-pound con, $8.51 Florists in the Middle and Western States can save money by placing tbeir orders with us, A trial order solicited. MICHIGAN CUT FLOWER EXCHANGE, Inc. Wholesale Commission Florists and Florists' Suppliee, 38-40 Broadway, All phone connections. DETROIT, MICH The Boston symphony orchestra re- cently presented Madame Marcella Sembrich with a wonderful basket of American Beauty roses in appreciation of her services at its pension fund benefit. Madame Sembrich volunteered her services and the event was most successful. The basket was executed by Thos. F. Galvin, Inc. The H. M. Robinson Co. report busi- ness as being fair, and is planning for a big Memorial day trade. The trade in green goods reaches enormous proportions and is growing each year. C. F. Boyle, of the Thos. F. Galvin Co., Is still at the Somervllle hospital. He is gaining steadily and looks for- ward to being out soon. R. Perpetuated and Natural Slieit Southern Wild Smllax; L A. BEAVEN, EvMijecji, Uk Mention the American Florist when writing Minneapolis, Minn. — A guarantee fund of $15,000 has been subscribed and there will be $4,000 in premiums at the flower show next November. This was announced at a meeting of the florists at the Commercial club recently. igio. The American Florist. 637 DESIGNS OR CUT FLOWERS WUl be delivered for the trade in other cities by tke firms below, the Leading Retailers In the cities liKUcatcM, on Wire, Phone or Mall Orders. Aiexander McConnell, 571 fifth Ave., Windsor Arcade, NEW YORK CITY. TELEGRAPH Orders forwarded to any part of the United States, Canada and all principal cities in Europe. Orders transferred or entrusted by the trade to our selection for delivery on steamships or elsewhere receive special attention. Telephone Cells: 487 and 488 38th St. Cable address: Alexconnell. Western Union Code. Cleveland, O. The Cleveland Cut Flower Co. If ill fill your orders for designs and cut flo«ers 1b NORTHERN OHIO. Dayton, O. Matthews, FLORIST 16 W. 3rd Street. Flowers in any arrangement for all occasions* for Dayton and vicinity. Long dis. Phones St. Paul, Minn. HOLM & OLSONt ST. PAUL THE IXADIMG FLORISTS OF THE NORTHWER Orders will be well cared for anywhere Id MINNESOTA AND THE DAKOTAS. Los Angeles, Calif. J. W. Wolfskill, FLORIST, ^^A^syecia?tgf " 2 1 8 W. 4th St. St. Paul, Minn. L L MAY & CO. Order your flowers (or deMvery In this section from the teadlBQ florists of the Northwest San Francisco, Calif. J. B. BOLAND Saccessor to Sievers and BolaD()[ FLORIST eo KEARNEY S TREET. Atlanta, Ga. Atlanta Floral Co. 41 Peachtree Street. Pittsburg Pa. H. L. BLIND 6 BROS., T«« Stores: Liberty At. & Stb St.. 5424 Center At. Ureenbeuiei: West View, New York. Eatabliahed 1874. DARDS N. E. Corner 44th St. and Madison Ave. Has his own correspondents in all the large cities of Europe and the British Colonies. Cable orders forwarded by private code. Telegraph and Cable Acl- dress, DAJtDSFLOR. FROM NEW TORK EXCEPT AS NOTED. April 36. Ryndam, Holl.-Amer., 10 a. m., Hoboken Pier. Kronprlnzessin CeclIIe, N. Ger. Lloyd, 10 a. m.. Hoboken Pier. FROM BOSTON, Megantlc, White Star, 12 noon. April 27. Campania. Cunard. 9 a. m., Piers 54 and 66, North River. Breslau, N. Ger. Lloyd, 2 p. m., Hoboken Pier. April 28. Ultoma, Cunard, 12 noon. Piers 54 and 66, North River. La Bretagne, French, 10 a. m.. Pier 42, North River. Cincinnati, Ham.-Amer., 11 a. m., Hoboken Pier. FROM BOSTON, Numldian, Allan, 11 a. m. April 29. FROM ST. JOHN, Victorian. Allan. April 30. Columbia, Anchor. 11 a. m.. Pier 64, North River. Perugia, Anchor, Pier 64, North River. St. Paul, American, 10 a. m.. Pier 62, North River. Chicago, French, 10 a. m.. Pier 42, North River. Florida, French, Pier 84, North River. Kroonland, Red Star, 11 a. m.. Pier 59, North River. Amerika, Ham.-Amer., 10 a. m., Hoboken Pier. FROM PHILADELPHIA, Friesland, Amer- ican, 10 a. m.. Pier 64. New Orleans. M. Cook, wife and daughter. Miss Mabel Cook, will sail for Europe the last week in May, destination, Green- stadt, Rhin, Bavaria, Germany, where they go to visit Mr. Cook's sister, Mrs. J. B. Karber. They expect to remain until the latter part of August. Henry Rehm and wife will sail for Germany, April 27, from New York. Detroit, Mich. John Breitmeyer's Sons Corner Miami and Gratiot Avenoes. Artistic Designs. High Grade Cut Blooms. We cover aU Michigan points and good sections of Ohio, Indiana and Canada. Kansas City, Mo. Geo. M. Kellogg Flower and Plant Co., 906 GRAND AVE. KANSAS CITY and PLEASANT HILL, MO. Will fill all orders for Cut Flowers, Fimeral Designs, Wedding and Birtllday Gifts tbat maj be entrusted to tbem. Terre Haute, Ind. John G. HeinI t Son, 1 29 South Seventh St. Telephone 247. We are hi position to fill promptly aB ■*!!. toi» phone, telegraph and cable orders vrllk MM qaality stock in season. Pittsburg, Pa. A. W. SMITH CO. KEENAN BLDC Larceit Fl*ral Establisbment in America EstabUsbed 1874. Incorporated 1909. Rochester, N: Y. J.B. KELLER SO NS, r FLORISTS. I 25 Clinton Avenue, N. Rocbester Ptione 606. Long Dis. Bell Phone Sill IN HEART OF NEW YORK CITY Phone 2270 3Stb St. 12S4 BroadWH Onr Motto-THI GOLPm RULI Kansas City, Mo. Samuel Murray 1017 Broaway k^nl^rv"^; Both Phones 2670 Main. Write. Telephone or Tele?raph, All orders given prompt attention. Louiiville, Ky. EatabUshed 1880. M. D. REINERS 'ISuccessor to Cbatf W. Relmers; 329 Fourth Avenu* 638 Phe American Florist, April 2j^ DESIGNS OR CUT FLOWERS Will be delivered for tlie trade in other cities by the firms below,the Leading Retailers in the cities indicated on Wire, Phone or Mail Orders, CUcaga EsiabHshed Id 1857. ^^&: 739 Bucltingham Place, L. D. Phone 558 Lake View. Send us 70ur retail orders. WK HAVI TBK BIST FACIUTIIS Di THI CITT Chicago. HAUSWIRTB FLORIST Auditorium Annex. Mall, Telegraph or Telephone Orders Filled Promptly in Best Style. Gbiciiuiati, O. JULIUS BAER, 138-140 E.Fonrth St Lon^ Distance Tbone. New Orleans CUT FLOWERS for Tourists and General Trade. wire or mail. Highest Grade Stock Only^ "Bi^^ VIRGIN, hTn'aW Savannah, Ga. JOHN WOLF, Wholesale and Retail FLORIST. Kalamazoo and Battle Creek, Mich. B. A. FISHER CO. Wholesale and Retail Floriats. We Handle Ererything in Season. Milwaukeer. Wis. CCPollworthCo. c!i?^t^.^''o?^'« Wisconsin. Buffali, Niagara Falls, Lockpori. S. A. Anderson, 440 Main St., Buffalo, N. Y. Mall. Telephone aod Teleflrapb orders &lled vrompUy wiih the choicest stock. Washington, D. C. I4th and H Streets. Also 1601 Eutaw PlaM, Baltimore, Md. Madison, N. J. Rose night with the Morris County Gardeners' and Florists' Society was held April 13. It was not represented this yc:ar by any novelties, though we had hoped to have Radiance here to See if her countenance contrasted fa- vorably with standard varieties. L. A. Noe had American Beauty, Bride, Bridesmaid and KiUarney, all of which were shown in the pink of per- fection. Joseph F. Ruzicka, the grower, was on hand and ready to answer any questions, cultural or oth- erwise. A cultural certificate, was awarded. Another notable exhibit was from C. A. Work, Wm. Milhl- michel, grower, including My Mary- land and Richmond. These were es- pecially well grown and secured for the exhibitor a cultural certificate. H. B. Vyse, of the A. R. Whitney es- tate, Glimpsewood, had a beautiful batch of Hydrangea hortensis in 5-inch pots, single stem. Mr. Vyse starts his cuttings for these in May, and after the wood is fully ripened in fall he cuts them down, takes a lateral shoot near the base and allows it to flower in a rose temperature, after being duly rested. This way is quite un- usual, but very successful with him, as was fully demonstrated. In view of the grand inter-society show to be held in Morristown, No- vember 2, 3 and 4, the next meeting will be given over to the rose grow- ers to arrange the rose section of the final schedule, so that it will, as near- ly as possible, be arranged to the sat- isfaction of all. Everything looks very bright for a grand fall show. The prizes are invitingly large, and the Whippany River club house is all that could be desired in the way of a show hall. There is lots of room and it is easy of access. Herbert Little- wood was elected to membership. Ernest Wise, foreman in the park greenhouses of the H. McK. Twombly estate, under Robt. Tyson, has re- signed his position to accept one with a wider field In Thomasville, Ga. The best wishes of the club go with him. He still retains his membership. There is a warm feeling of goodfel- lowship in this society — for no less that nine members residing in aa many different states retain their ac- tive membership. E. R. Rochester, N. Y. At a meeting of the Florists' Asso- ciation, April 11, it was unanimously decided to support the Wilkie bill now pending before the legislature. This bill carries with it an appropriation of $50,000 to provide adequate green- house facilities for work in floricul- ture at the Cornell University college of agriculture. Charles Vick, superintendent of the S. A. F. exhibition, reported that space in the hall was going rapidly and that probably the galleries and basement would have to be utilized. Brooklyn, New York. "WILSON" 3 and 5 Greene Ave. and 339 to 347 Greene At« Greenhouses: Short Hills, N. J. Deliveries in NEW YORK. LONG ISLAND and NEW JERSIT. Mention the American Florist when writing New York. MYER, FLORIST, 609-ei 1 MadUon Avaw Phona 5287 FUit. Indianapolis, !nd. BertermaanBros.Co. FLORISTS 241 Msissachusetts Ave. Omaha, Neb. Hess & Swoboda FLORISTS, 1415 Famvm St. .sJf^dT'JIla Denver, Colo. yhc Park ....Floral Co. J. A. VALENTINE. President, WiSBINfTON D. e. ^^^ Gude'9 Washington, D. C. Geo. e. Shaffer, K K FLORIST s :: Phone 2416 Main 14th a Eye Sts, N. W Write. TelcBraph or Telephone. The Florists' IVIarket Place, Our Ready ReferenceAd. Dept igio. The American Florist. 639 DESIONS OR CUT FLOWERS will be delivered for the trade 1b other cities by tb* firms below, the Leading Retailers In the cltks indicated on Wire. Phone or Mail Orders. Kansas City, Mo. WILLIAM L. ROCK, Flower Co., will carefully execute orderi for Kansas City and any town in Missouri, Kansas or Oklahoma. Mention the American Florist when writing St Louis, Mo, Write, Wire or Phone Tour Ordera W 1406 OUve Street, Kicalar discount allowed on all orders,! either Plants or Cut Flowers. rkones Bell. Main 2306. Kinlocli. Central 4981 Kention the American Florist when writing Established 1849 New York. David Clarke's Sons FLORAL DECORATORS 2139-2141 Broadway i662.?il''3''°c"o?un>bus. ChoiCB Cut FloweFS Lansing, Micli. Gurdon B. Smith Covers all Points in Michigan. Best of Siiipping Facilities in all Directions. Always has the best of EverytiiiDg. Anderson, S. C. THE ANDERSON FLORAL CO. S33 MARSHALL AVI. JoUet, ni. The stock at the J. D. Thompson Carnation Co. never looked better than at present, and P. M. Peterson, the firm's capable and enthusiastic grower, Is to be congratulated on its elegant condition. The young carnations are still being shipped and there are large quantities in the best of order. Chrys- anthemums, too, are in fine shape, clean and healthy. Mr. Peterson is cutting back and planting up quite a little stock of carnations for early fall work. The stock prepared for early field planting is first class in every way and the whole place Is very neat and clean. Albert C. Rott, though his store has been somewhat overshadowed by build- ing operations, causing pedestrians to take the other side of the street, re- ports trade as fine, and we found him busy with funeral and other work. When the new stores are finished, he will reap the advantage, for they will be among the finest in the city At the Chicago Carnation Co.'s greenhouses the novelties, Sangamo and Mary Tolman, are still flowering freely. Both are great producers and the color of Mary Tolman is exquisite. All the popular kinds are grown here in quantity and heavy cuts of all va- rieties are in progress. Denver, Colo. FLORAL DESIGNS AND FLOWERS Best Quality on Shortest Notice DANIELS ^ FISHER Order by mail, telephone, teleeraph or cable. Cable address "Daniels. Denver" Toronto, Can. Canada's best known and most reliable lorisl Only the Best Dunlop's se 'Yonse Street. We deliver anywhere in Canada and guarantee safe arrival. St. Louis. TRADE CONTINUES DULL. The weather has been rainy all week, windy and cold. Trade has been very dull and carnations have been sent daily to the rubbish pile, the pub- lic not being anxious to buy even at 10 cents per dozen. The more con- servative west end florists have their usual amount of business. Weddings, receptions and funerals have given them a little to do, but things in gen- eral are dull. The cold weather has kept the plant men guessing as to planting-out time. The absence of out- door flowers ought to help the market. Long-stemmed American Beauty roses have been very plentiful and good stock was sold at $2 per dozen. NOTES. Ostertag Bros, have introduced a novelty in the retail business here. They have furnished a suite of rooms above their store on Jefferson and Washington avenues, with what they term their house of flowers. They have table, mantle and wedding decorations and canopies, all in artificial flowers and the customers can choose from these designs what they desire in fresh flowers. There is also a separate room for funeral designs. Henry stated that they had received several visitors, the local papers having given the innova- tion quite a send-off. The Florists' Club held its monthly meeting last Thursday, 19 members being present, with President Geo. Windier in the chair. Owing to the plant men being busy many were un- able to attend. De Wever's bulletin has not yet appeared, but it is ex- pected some action will be taken on it at the next meeting. Fred Ammann, in a few touching remarks, made a motion that the club e^ftend its sym- pathy to the bereaved family of the late Mrs. Vesey, of Fort Wayne, Ind. Arthur E. Beyer, formerly with W. J. Palmer & Son, of Buffalo, for 17 years. Is now in charge of Grimm & Gorly's down-town store and is also buyer, being seen at the market daily. A. C. Canfield, of Springfield, III., is shipping some fine long-stemmed American Beauty roses to this market. Some of the finest lily of the valley and carnations from Henry Baer, Pe- oria, 111., is seen at C. A. Kuehn's. The Eggeling Floral Co. furnished a 9-foot gates ajar for a funeral last week in East St. Louis. Park Commissioner Scanlan is pro- viding roller skating places In the parks for the children. Louis Geiger now has full charge of Grimm & Gorly's Cass avenue store. A. J. Meyer is now bookkeeper at C. A. Kuehn's. W. F. New York. FLORAL CO. We Guarantee Satisfaction 413 Madison Ave. cor. 48th St. Albany, N. T. E> ^K^ ^ B> ®, Flowers or Design Work. Delivered in Albany and Vidnity oa Telegfraphic Order. 11 NORTH PEARL STRKXT. Boston, Mass. Send flower orders for delivery in Boston and all New England Points To THOS. F. GALVIN, Inc., 124 TRKHONT ST. THE J. M. GASSER COMPANY, (g[LII^l[L/^[?3[D),®, We Cover All Points in Ohio. Buffalo, N. Y. Flowers ''Quality W.J. PalBter a Son. 304 Main St. Louisville, Ky, JACOB SCDULZ, 550 So. Fonrth Avenne. Colorado Springs, Colo. FRANK F. CRUMP, Wholesale and RetaO Florist MICHIGAN. "^<'"» '^i' be carelullT cared for by HENRY SMITH, Wholesale and Retail Florist ot GRAND RAPIDS GEOi Ai HEINLf medo, ohio! All Orders Promptly Executed. 640 The American Florist. Ai>ril 2 J The Seed Trade ieT) ki Amarloam Seed Trade AssoclalloB. J. C. Robinson, Waterloo. Neb.. Pres.; M. H. Duryea. New York. First Vice Prei.; F. W.BoIgiano.Wasbing ton. D.C.. Second Vice- Pres.; C. E. Kendel, Cleveland. O.. Sec'y ■nd Treas., Leonard H. Vaughan. Chicago. Asst. Sec'y. Twenty-eighth annual conven- tion, at Atlantic City, N. J. June 21. 1910. DUNKIRK, N. T. — The Dunkirk Seed Co. reports the largest business in its history. THE demand for seed corn both early and late has been good and many stocks are about exhausted. Ajx Important illustrated article on the "Diseases of Roman Hyacinths" will be found on page 620, this Issue. Deteoit, Mich. — D. M. Ferry & Co.'s travelers' annual meeting and banquet was held April 6, there being 110 present. "Windsor, Ont. — The seed warehouse of D. M. Ferry & Co., which burned here recently, was insured in seven companies for a total of $25,000. EEFCBT, Germany, April 1. — Ernst Benary announces that Ernst Senary, Jr., son of Frederick Benary and Heinrich Benary, son of John Benary, have been admitted to the firm. THE death of the Rev. D. S. Heffron, who raised the Early Rose potato, and other horticultural productions, is recorded in our obituary columns this week. He resided at Washington Heights, near Chicago. Yost Sluts and P. ' Sluis, of Sluis Bros., Enkhuizen, Holland, arrived at New York April 16 and will call on the seed trade in tlie United States and Canada. They were in Chicago April 20, enroute to the coast. G. C. Elderino, of W. J. Eldering & Son, Overveen, Holland, writing April 11, says: "Dutch bulbs show good growth afield. The flowers, however, are rather uneven and somewhat off in color on account of continued frosts." Mr. Eldering will start for the United States about May 1. Braslan Seed Growers Go. Lettuce, Onion, Sweet Peas, Growers for the Wholesale Trade Only. «AN JOSE, CALIF. Pieters-Wheeler Seed Company HOLLISTER, CAL. Growers of High Grade Seeds Onion, Lettuce, Radish, Sweet Peas, Etc. CORRESPONDENCE SOLICITED. The pure seed bill which passed the Maryland house and senate was vetoed by the governor April 13, after he had decided to sign it. It is said he was not opposed to the provisions of the bill, but that there were some techni- cal points, presumably regarding the authorship, which it seems caused him to veto it. French Bulbs. Special cable advice from Marseilles indicates that at the meeting of the syndicate on April 16, the growers' price for "run of the crop" on the following kinds was fixed at the prices here stated in francs: , Roman hyacinths 11 ctms. and up 80. Narcissus F. W. G. 12 ctms. and up 18. This means that jobbers in the dis- trict will demand for White Romans, 12 to 15 ctms., about 82 to 85 francs and for Narcissus Paper White Grandi- florus a price of from 20 to 25 francs. Another Pernicious BUI Pending:. H. R. 23252, now before congress (committee on agriculture in the house) provides for importation of nursery stock into this country by permit only and requires that a United States oflScer inspect all lots so im- ported at destination regardless of state inspection, that he have 10 days to make such inspection, and that the secretary of agriculture may extend the operation of the law to all seeds and bulbs. This is another of the drastic laws put forward at the instigation of and by employes or by authority of the Department of Agriculture and should be opposed by every commercial nurseryman, seedsman and florist in the country. California Seed Crops. Never in the writer's seed growing experience have all of the ranches been in such excellent 'condition. We have had something over 14% inches of rain this season, which Is sufficient to make a crop. The rain has fallen gradually, so that he ground has ab- sorbed all of the water, which has been a great benefit to all growing crops. The hoeing of the crops will be com- pleted on all the seed ranches, those of other growers in this section as well as our own, within the next two weeks, and if nothing unforeseen occurs, we will harvest a good crop. Peas # Beans Alfred J. Brown Seed Co., Growers for the Wholesale Trade. GRAND RAPIDS, MICH. On our Menlo Park ranch, we have a field of lettuce of various varieties over- 2% miles in length and from one- fourth to one-half mile wide, where we have a magnificent stand. It cer- tainly would be a great sight for any seed dealer to inspect this field of lettuce. All varieties of onion are looking excellent. The critical time for this crop, however, is when the seed is in the dough, at which time, if we have hot winds, the yield might be injured to some extent; but, from present prospects, everything is in a most promising condition, the season having been ideal. The radish crop is better than it has been for many years. Our beet crops are looking excellent, also salsify, kale, mustard, celeiy, carrot, and the va- rious other crops we are growing on an extensive scale are in fine condition. We hope that many seedsmen can arrange to pay us a visit this year and look over the crops, not only on our ranches, but those of other growers as well, as this is the season above all others to make such a trip. Chas. p. Braslan. San Jose, April 11. Catalogues Received. Vaughan's Seed Store, Chicago and New York, seeds and plants; E. G. Hill Co., Richmond, Ind., roses, car- nations, chrysanthemums and miscel- laneous plants; H. E. Fiske Seed Co., Boston, Mass., seeds; W. Atlee Burpee & Co., Philadelphia, Pa., wholesale list for market gardeners and florists; Elmer D. Smith & Co., Adrian, Mich., chrysanthemums; Northrup, King & Co., Minneapolis, Minn., seeds; Vick & Hill Co., Rochester, N. Y., aster seed; Heller Bros. Co., New Castle, Ind., roses; Ellwanger & Barry, Rochester, N. Y., nursery stock; Young's Seed Store, St. Louis, Mo., garden book; W. W. Barnard Co., Chicago, seeds; Wm. Toole & Sons, Baraboo, Wis., pansy seeds and mis- cellaneous plants; Click's Seed Farms, Lancaster, Pa., seeds; Archias' Seed Store, Sedalia, Mo., seeds; Connon Floral Co., Hamilton, Ont., Can., nur- sery stock; Martin Kohankie, Paines- ville, O., nursery stock; S. S. Pen- nock-Meehan Co., Philadelphia, Pa., display vases; Jacob Kaufmann Co., Seattle, Wash., seeds; McGregor Bros. Co., Springfield, O., seeds; Geo. S. Woodruff, Independence, la., gladi- olus; F. H. DeWitt & Co., Wooster, O., geraniums. Weigelt & Co., Erfurt, Germany, seeds; Theo. Oswald Weigel, Leipzig, Germany, botanical books; E. Neu- bert, Wandsbek, Germany, plants; Nonne & Hoepker, Ahrensburg, Ger- many, seeds; Max Cornacker, Wehr- den on the Weser, seeds; J. Lambert & Sons, Trier, Germany, seeds. Dobbie & Co., Rothesay, Scotland, seeds; Friedr. C. Pomrencke, Altona- Hamburg, Germany, seeds; Anatole Cordonnier & Fils, Bailleul, France, chrysanthemums; Ottolander & Hooft- man, Boskoop, Holland, nursery stock; Koolbergen & Sliedrecht, Boskoop, Holland, nursery stock. Imports. Imports for the week ending April 9 were received at New York as fol- lows: H. Frank Darrow, 63 packages seed; 12 cases trees and shrubs, 3 cases plants. Hussa & Co., 40 tubs laurel trees. P. Henderson, 25 bags seed. C. Abel & Co., 25 cases bulbs. igio. The American Florist. 641 Mention the American Florist when writing Hi^-class Seeds, Bulbs, Plants, Shrubs and Nursery Stock. Carl R. Gloeckner. President. 76 Barclay St., NEW YORK CITY COLD STORAGE LILY OF THE VALLEY PIPS .SI2.S0 per 1000 in cases of 2000 only Finest German, not Dutch grown. Ready now. For Fall Delivery 1910 Our own imports from Japan. Per ICOO Lilium Longinorunt Multiflorum. 79 .S50 00 Gjganteum. 7-9 6S i Formosum,79 65 00 F. O. B. New York. VAN ZANTEN BROTHERS Royal.Nettierland Bulb Nnrseries and Export Trade, HILLEGOM, HOLLAND, Wholesale growers of the leading sortsof Hyacinths, Tulips, Narcissus, Crocus, Spireas, Gladiolus, Peonies, etc., etc. Write our traveler. MR. G. BYLKEMA, care of Messrs. Maltns & Ware, 1 4 Stone St., New York for Catalogue and Special prices of all HOLLAND BULBS AND PLANTS Mention the American Florist when writing Fruit Auction Co., 6 cases trees and shrubs. Wm. Elliott & Son, 9 cases trees and shrubs, 5 cases plants. McHutchison & Co., 2 cases trees, 13 cases plants. Wadley & Smythe, 142 tubs laurel trees, 10 cases trees and shrubs, one case plants. A. Rolker & Sons, 15 cases plants. Julius Roehrs Co., 70 cases trees and shrubs, 220 tubs laurel trees, one case bulbs. Vaughans Seed Store, 24 cases trees, 350 tubs, one case laurel trees. P. Ouwerkerk, 148 packages trees and shrubs. Yokohama Nursery Co., 15 cases roots. H. Waterer, 13 cases trees. To others: 563 bags seed; 179 pack- ages, 596 cases, 520 tubs trees and shrubs; 333 cases, 14 packages, one box plants; one case bulbs, four cases trees, 10 boxes lily bulbs. 7-Top Turnip Seed Advance orders now taken for choice grades of Seven-Top Dixie Frost King Prize Taiter Now in full bloom on Bloomsdale Farm. Contract price, $200 per 1000 pounds. Plants from this seed of hardy northern breed, very s-uperior to the less hardy southern type, stand anyamount of snow and ice without injury. The seed will be harvested about the 20th of June and ready for shipment about the 1st of July D. LANDRETH SEED COMPANY .'ilso KALE— Dwarf German. .¥20 per 100 lbs. Siberian . IS per 100 lbs. Bristol, Penna. Rush Orders Flower Seeds, Market Garden and Field Seeds. All kinds of Tender and Hardy Plants. Tuberoses, Dahlias, Gladioli, Small Fruits, RUS H ORD ERS James VicK*s Sons: ROCHESTER, N. Y. SEASONABLE SEEDS For The FLORIST. H. E. FISKE SEED CO., Boston, Mass. C AULIFLOWER s^ A B B A G E E^ ULY OF THE VALLEY PIPS HJALMAR HARTMANN & CO. Locangsiraede 20, COPENHAGEN, DENMARK Mention the American Florist when writing The Everett B. Clark Seed Co. Gro\yer8 for the Trado Beans, Peas, Sweet Corn, Onion, Turnip, Radish, Beet, Etc. f^^^o^^^'''^" MILFORD.CONN. Mention the American Florist when writing T%C\X\^\ ITordpt To give us a trial on Asters. 1/Ull I £UIt$Cl Mignonette. Begonia Ver- non. Cineraria, Primula Chinenais. Primula Obconica, Salvia Bonfire and Splendens. Verbena. Cyclamen and Pansy Seed. The two latteritems ready July and August, We handle none but the highest quality strains. Katalog for the asking, SKIDELSKY & IRWIN 60^ 1215 Bets BUW.. PHILADELPHIA. PA. r BURPEE'S SEEDS PHILADELPHIA S. M. IsbeO & Co., Jackson, Mich. CONTRACT SEED GROOVERS, Bean, Caciunber, Tomato, Pea, Mukmehui, Sqnash, Watermelon, Radlsb, Sweet Com. Correspondence solicited. Mention the American Florist when writing Waldo Rohnert GILROY, CAL. Wholesale Seed Grower Specialties: Lettuce, Onion, Sweet Peas, Aster, Cosmos, Mignonette, Verbena, in variety. Correspondence solicited. Mention the American Florist when writing FOR SEEDS OF ALL KINDS APPLY TO W. W. JOHNSON & SON, Limltel, Beaton. Enalsnd. Mention the American Florist wh^>n writing WhoUsaU Prica Llat for Pleriita ■id Market Oardanara. Mention the American Florist when writing ONE-HALF CAR OF Calia Bulbs Ready end of July. Write for prices. Berrydale Experiment Gardens, Holland, Mich. Mention the A'inerican Florist when writing W. J. Eldering & Son, Wholesale Bulb Growers and Dealers. OVERVEEn! HAARLEM. HOLLAND. Headquarters for High Grade Hyacinths, Tulips and Narcissi. We do not sell at Retail. Write lor special quotations on large quantities. .\ddress our G. C. Eldering, care Hotel Seville, Madison Ave. and 2gtti St., New York. JOHN BODfiER & SONS CO. Gardena, Calif. Wholesale Growers of Sweet Peas, Tomatoes, Lima Beans, Lettuce, Astera, Cosmos and other Flower Seeds. Pope & Bergmann, Quedlinburg, Germany. Elite Seeds of Flowers and Vegetables. Speclaltlea : Stock Panales. Crclamen. etc., Cactus Dahlias, Bulbs. General Catalotfae Free 642 The American Florist. April 23, Market Gardeners Oraenhoiue Vedeiable Growers and Market Gardeners* Association. C.W.Waid. New Carlisle, Pa.. President; Franklin DeKleine, Grand Rapids, Mich., Vice-President; S. W. SeTerance. 508 Illi- nois Life Building, Louisville, Ky., Secre- tary; M. L. Ruetenik, Cleveland, O,, Treas, Grapes for Forcing. Ed. American Rlorist: — I will thank you for advice as to the best grapes for forcing-, also for some of the best cultural methods. Beginner. The best grapes for forcing are Black Hamburg, Alicante, Madresfield Court, Gros Guillaume, Duke of Buccleugh, Alnwick Seedling, Muscat of Alexandria, Foster's Seedling, Buckland Sweetwater and Lady Downe's Seedling. To be successful in growing grapes, too much impor- tance cannot be attached to the for- mation of the border. I prefer inside borders exclusively, as the grower has them absolutely under Iiis control, giving him every opportunity to feed the roots and also withhold water when necessary. To construct such a border I would recommend excavating to a depth of three feet, sloping the bottom to any one point, from which a line of drain tile must be laid to carry off all sur- plus water. Cement the sides and bottom of the excavation to prevent the roots getting out into cold, un- suitable soil and also to keep water from surrounding land from getting in. After the cement is dry place carefully over the surface of the bot- tom from 10-12 inches of broken stone to give free drainage. Then over these place a layer of sods taken from an old pasture, laying them carefully grass down, and over these sprinkle a good coat of half-inch bones and also some soot, and a lib- eral layer of old lime plaster taken from some torn-down building, then another layer of sods and so on, layer by layer, until the border is com- pleted. When this compost has settled plant one-year-old canes five feet apart and prune back the cane, leaving only three or four eyes, and when these start rub off all except the strongest one, which will grow and form the fruiting cane. This cane, the following season, cut back to within five feet of ground, if proper treatment has been given, will carry handsome bunches without injury, and the following year more bunches, according to its strength, until the fourth year, when a full crop may be ripened. In forcing grapes a low tempera- ture, from 50° to 55° at night, must be maintained, allowing a rise of 5° by day when artificial heat is neces- sary. Sun heat of from 75° to 85° with slight ventilation until the buds show signs of growth, when a rise of from 5° to 10° may be given. Syringe the rods three times a day until growth appears, then night and morn- ing only, keeping a moist atmosphere in the house at all times except when vines are in bloom, when a drier and more buoyant atmosphere must be maintained until the fruit is set. Then continue with syringing and abundant moisture until the grapes are ripening, when syringing of the vines must be stopped, only sprinkling the border and paths on sunny days. The border should have a copious watering with clear, lukewarm water when heat is first introduced, repeat- ing the dose for three days in suc- cession in order that every portion of the border may get a thorough water- ing. When the fruits are set and bunches thinned at every alternate watering liquid barnyard manure may be given until the grapes show signs of coloring, when feeding must cease and a free circulation of air kept in the house night and day to assist the grapes to finish properly. As the grapes ripen only water the border to prevent the wilting and shriveling of the berries. JOHN ASH. Success in Market Gardening.* The first and subsequent editions of this excellent little book were from the pen of the late W. W. Rawson, of Arlington, Mass., and achieved a great success. The present volume is by Herbert Rawson, his son, who has brought it up to date, by means of notes and memoranda made by his father, who had the work in hand be- fore his death, supplemented by his own large experience, for, as he says, in his preface, "Like my father, I have been brought up in the business of market gardening, and can say, as he said, 'my father followed it before me.' " In revising this excellent work for those who are not acquainted with it, one hardly knows where to begin. Every page in the book is crowded with facts of great interest and value to the market gardener or would-be market gardener, put forth in a clear cut, trenchant way that makes them easily understood by all. All through the work technical (knowledge and practical instructions go hand in hand. Not only is the grower told to do cer- tain things, he is told the easiest way to do them and why they are necessary, yet it is all done in as few words as possible. A busy man can look up a certain crop and can see at a glance the most salient points in its culture. He does not have to wade through a thick shell of indigestible matter to get at the kernel. The kernel is there and it is all meat. The chapters on loca- tion and soils, irrigation and rotation of crops should be carefully read by those -who are thinking of embarking in the business for many mistakes may be thereby avoided. Another very useful chapter is that devoted to vegetables raised for market, in which are described the most suitable varie- ties of all kinds most generally grown and many others that are coming into use as market varieties. Manures, implements and other requisites have full attention and the chapters refer- ring to insects and preventives are ex- cellent. In short, there is not a dull or heavy chapter in the book, but each is replete with the best information. It is finely illustrated with cuts that tell what they are Intended to, well printed in clear type and a most in- valuable little work. The price is only $1.10. •We can supply any books here noted on re- ceipt of price quoted. VEGETABLE PUNTS Per 100 1000 Beet Plants $0 20 $1 25 Egg Plants 40 2 00 Pepper Plants, Bull Nose. Sweet Mountain and Ruby Kine 40 2 00 Tomatoes, small plants. Earliana, Early Jewel Dwarl Stone and Cham- pion, Ponderosa and Matchless 30 2 0$ Tomatoes, small plants. Stone. Par- aiion and Favorite and Success 20 1 00 Cabbage, full list of leadingvarieties, 20 100 10.000 and over !i5c per 1000 Lettuce, Grand Rapids, Big Boston. Boston Market and Tonnis Ball ... 20 100 Cash with order. R. VINCERT, Jr. & SONS CO., wmteMarsh. Now Ready... To ship a very large stocTt of Early Cabbage and Tomatoes of the best leading varieties at .■fl.25 per 1000: honest count. Sweet Potato Plant* ready May 25 at $1.50 per 1000. Celery ready May 15. three varieties. S. J. McMICHAEL, 142 Larkins St., P. O. Box 473, FINSLAT, O. Contracts to grow all kinds of Vegetable Plants, traasplanted or not. Also Gert- niuras. Coleus. Cannas, Salvias. Verbenas, Pansies, etc.. for spring delivery. Al stock only. Correspondence solicited. AlOnZO J. Bryan, Washington, 'ncw Ja Jersey. WatCA tor our Trade Mark stamped on every brick of Lambert's Pure Culture Mushroom Spawi Substitution of cheaper grades ii thus easily exposed. Fresh sample 'p ...^ brick, with illustrated book, mailed - ^ ^ postpaid by manufacturers upon re- ceipt of 40 cents in postasre. Address Tnd« Uark. American Spawn CO., St.Paal.Mlnn Market Gardeners' Ass'n of Monroe Co. The market gardeners of Ironde- qu'oit have formed an organization known as the Market Gardeners' As- sociation, of Monroe County (New York), and have agreed to rent stalls in the market here at the same price as last year or not at all. There has been a rumor that the market com- mission intends to raise the rent or at least sell the stalls at auction and the gardeners object to this, claiming that they are now paying a fair rental. The officers of the association (which will be permanent) are: Geo. M. Keller, Brighton, president; Geo. West, Irondequoit, vice-president; A. J. Warren, secretary; John H, Ander- son, treasurer. Prices of Indoor Fruits and Vegetables. New York, April 16. — Mushrooms, 45 cents to 70 cents per pound; cucum- bers, $1 to $1.50 per dozen; lettuce, 75 cents per dozen heads; tomatoes, 35 cents per pound; radishes, 3 cents per bunch; mint, 75 cents per dozen bunches; grapes, Gros Colman, 80 cents per pound. Cauliflower, (cold frame), $3.50 per dozen heads. Chicago, April 20. — Mushrooms, 20 cents to 40 cents per pound; cucum- bers, $1.25 to $1.50 per dozen; leaf lettuce, 20-28 cents per box; head let- tuce, Louisiana, $1-$1.75 per hamper; radishes, 35-40 cents per dozen; grapes, Gros Colman, 90 cents to |1 per pound. Wilson, N. Y. — R. S. Church is building a new greenhouse twice as large as his present one. WOBUEN, Mass. — S. S. Hovey has sold out to M. J. Aylward & Sons who will continue the business under the ' firm name of "Aylward, the Florist." igio. The American Florist. 643 1911 Both l^laiits'ahtl jSulbS; >~ Care! MHy^ $^lect^d,* V;-. - #Hile we Ud nW clalin t|iat Wf l^ifci§ii:r8^#^ \ K :'<^v^'|^soMei|; Iree f rom diseas^ jo^ that^^very ^">>i '^gf^ Montreal. Easter was this year the best on record. The prices were the highest ever experienced and this, it is claimed by some, had a lot to do with it, and that, contrary to the usual, some stock was left over on Easter Sunday morn- ing. Others say that everyone was overstocked, but all agree that the business done, figured out in dollars and cents, was by far the best Easter. Lilies were poor and did not sell as well as usual. Azaleas sold well, also all roses in pots. Lilacs sold fairly well, and there was not an over- abundance of bulbous plants, as usual; and these, owing to the moderate prices, sold quickly. In cut flowers violets and lily of the valley took the preference over roses and carnations: although most florists were heavily stocked, very little was left over. On the other hand, there was no sign of emptiness, nor were there any places closed for lack of something to sell. NOTES. At the meeting of the Gardeners' and Florists' Club last Monday night we had two essays, one by Alec Wilkie on mushrooms and the other by S. Viel on hotbeds. James Kean, of iVIount Bruno Floral Co. exhibited a splendid lot of My Maryland and Rich- mond roses. For the former he was given a certificate of merit. At McKenna's, who occupied an ex- tra store in addition to their already large one, all were very busy. Their lilies and expensive made up baskets, which are specialties of theirs, made quick sales. Are You Aware THAT OUR 1910 DIRECTORY OF FLORISTS SEEDSMEV AND NURSERYMEN Contains Approximately 1,500 NEW NAMES IN ITS 570 PAGES Price $3.00 Postpaid. Every name is keyed to show the branches of the business in which each individual or concern is engaged, with greenhouse area and acreage of land. AMERICAN FLORIST CO., 324 Dearborn St., Chicago. ties; their azaleas and lilacs sold well. A. C. Wilshlre is satisfied that trade takes a move up Sherbrooke street. Wilshlre Bros, had the largest sales of any holiday. Chas. Dernyck sold an immense lot of plants. LUCE. S. S. Bain welcomed with a smiling face customer and visitor alike. His stock consisted of a splendid variety, all his own growing. He expressed entire satisfaction with the amount of trade. Hall & Robinson had a fine show of roses in pots of all the different varie- 644 The American Florist. April 2j, The Nursery Trade L A^wiliiiin AasoolatloB af Naraerymen. F.H. Stanoard, Ottawa, Kans., President! W. r. Stark, Louisiana, Mo., Vice-President; John Hall. Rochester. N. Y., Sec'y. ThirtT-fftb annual convention to be held It Denver. Colo.. June 810. 1910. West Concoed, N. H. — The Concord Water Works are preparing a tract of land for a pine seedling nursery. Grand Forks, N. D. — Tfie park board has decided to use the River- side property as a nursery to raise trees for park purposes. TYLER, TEX. — The East Texas Nurs- ery Co., of this city, has been in- corporated with a capital stock of $50,- 000. The incorporators are: E. W. Mims, C. C. Crews, J. M. Mims and others. The administrations responsible for the appointment of John McLaren and J. G. Morley as superintendents of Golden Gate park, San Francisco, and the city porks, Los Angeles, re- spectively, having been deposed, those positions are now vacant. Portland, Ore. — The Wind River nursery has been established near here on the Columbia river by the for- est service and it is intended to grow 1,000,000 forest tree seedlings here this season. The capacity will be increased later and many millions of forest trees will be grown annually. This is the only nursery of its kind in the Pacific northwest and nothing will be grown but forest trees. AiotHer Pernicious Bill Pending:. H. R. 23252, now before congress (committee on agriculture in the house) provides for importation of nursery stock into this country by permit only and requires that a United States oflBcer inspect all lots so im- ported at destination regardless of state inspection, that he have 10 days to make such inspection, and that the secretary of agriculture may extend the operation of the law to all seeds and bulbs. This is another of the drastic laws put forward at the instigation of and by employes or by authority of the Department of Agriculture and should be opposed by every commercial nurseryman, seedsman and florist in the country. Tliree Beautiful Spireas. Spirsea Aruncus is one of the finest hardy herbaceous plants, growing three feet and upwards in height, bearing graceful spikes of snowy in- florescence, and producing a splendid effect in summer when in good condi- tion. It is a plant for every garden. Spirjea ulmaria flore-pleno, the com- mon meadow-sweet, has flowers not unlike miniature white bachelors' but- tons, in loose heads, on stems varying from 21/2 to 31/2 feet in height. It is a stately border plant, and it is some- what surprising that it has not become a more general favorite. We rarely see it even in good collections of har- dy plants. For gardens where the soil is cold and heavy this plant is invalu- able. It succeeds best in good reten- tive soils, but will grow well in any Bobbink & Atkins RUTHERFORD, N. J. World's Choicest Nursery Stock a^-dVnarnSSsl'rllfs Vines, Trained, Dwarf and Standard Fruit Trees, Grape Vines, and other Small Fruits, Herbaceous Plants and a general variety of Spring Bulbs. Dnvn/nnil R^V TrOOC ^^'^ ^1^ other decorative plants, such as Dra- DUAnUUU~Daj' IICCS cenas, Aucubas, Palms, Etc. Inspection of our Nursery invited, and convince yourself that we have the Stock. Only 9 miles from New York City. STOCK FOR FLORISTS ROSES (or rorcin^— Hybrid Perpetuals and Ramblers, all thr best ones: fine. stroDtr 8tu9. Clematis, Ampelopiii, Tree Hydrangeas and Lilacs, Shrubs, Vines and Perennials. Write for prices. PALMS— Kentias in 2H-inch pots. $8.00 per 100; $75 00 per 1000. JACKSON 6 PERKINS CO., Newark (near Rochester), Nevr York Nnrser;men and Florists. Wholesale only. Use printed stationery. ROSES Our Leading Specialty Also Azaleas, Rhododendrons, Conifers, Fancy Clipped Boxwoods, Forest and Fruit Trees, Hedge Plants, Etc. Ask for Wholesale Price Lists. S. A. VOSTERS & SONS, RIEL, HOLLAND. Phoenix Nursery Company Nurserymen and Flori»t» BLOOMINGTON, ILLINOIS S«Dd list of wants for prices. Wholesale catalogr for sprinsr issued Feb. 1st. ordinary border, and it looks well either associated with the shrubs or brought forward to the front of the border behind the lower growing kinds of herbaceous plants. In pots for a conservatory it is very useful. If for early forcing the plants should be taken from the reserve ground about January, potting them in any good compost, and placing them in a cool house to start them into gentle growth. They can afterwards be in- troduced to a higher temperature, where they can be brought into flower without being drawn. For blooming during the summer months the plants should be potted any time during early spring, and placed either in a greenhouse, cold frame ,or plunged outdoors. Propagation can only be effected by division of the plants, as the flowers do not produce seeds. The best time for dividing the clumps is in spring just before the plants commence growth. A good piece of ground should be selected for the purpose, and if In partial shade so much the better. After planting out the divis- ions give the bed a good watering, which should be attended to occasion- ally afterwards if the weather be dry. No further attention is necessary ex- cept cutting off the flower stems that may appear, as this will cause the young plants to make stronger crowns. The variegated meadow-sweet is also a very ornamental plant, and deserves more attention both as a border plant and for conservatory purposes. The double-flowered dropwort, Spi- rsea filipendula flore-pleno, is a very NAARDEN, (Holland) Jacs Smiis & Co., Azaleas, (hardy), Berried Plants, Bleedins Hearts, Blue Spruce«, Box wood, Clematis, Climb- ing Plants, Conifers, Evergreens, Funkias in ■orts, Hydrangea P. G., Japan Maples, PeoDiea, Pot-grown Plants, (Lilacs a specialty), Rhodo- denrons, Roses, Spireas, Valleys. Price List Free on Demand. JOHN T. WITHERS, Inc. Landscape Architect and Forester 1 Montgomery St. , JERSEY CITT, N. J. Tree Kenovatlon by Expert Operators. Stere- opticon lectures on Horticulture and Arboriculture old-fashioned garden plant, and may often be met with in old cottage gar- dens in its best condition. The value of this plant seems to be better known than that of S. ulmaria fl.-pl., for it is grown both in pots and borders, displaying its beautiful trusses of del- icate blooms freely. It is raiuch dwarf- er than the meadow-sweet, attaining a height of from 15 inches to 18 inches only. The flowers, which are some- what larger than those of the preced- ing, are faintly tipped with red, a character more noticeable in plants that are grown outdoors. This is tuberous-rooted, and dividing the plant should be attended to in spring, when every tuber will grow and make a plant. — Journal of Horticulture. Nut Notes. The Proceedings of the Albany con- vention is a neat pamphlet giving the addresses, reports and other matters of interest regarding this important meeting of the National Nut Growers Association. Copies can be obtained from the secretary at Poulan, Ga. We have little idea in this country to what extent nuts are consumed In foreign countries, says the Philadel- igio. The American Florist. 645 Extremes Meet MINIMUM COST — MAXIMUM QUALITY This is demonstrated fully in our 1910 catalogue of PERENNIALS and other HARDY PLANTS which we grow exclusively by the acre. Free For The Asking. Palisades Nurseries, Inc., SPAR KILL, N. Y. Mention the American Florist when writing LARGE TREES OAKS and MAPLES Pin«a and Hemlocka ANDORRA NURSERIES. Wm. Warner Harper. Prop. Ctaestnnt Hill, PHILA., TA. Storrs & Harrison Co. PAINESVILLE NURSERIES. CATALOGUES AND PRICE LISTS FREE ON APPLICATION PAINESVILLE, OHIO. Arbor Vitae (Thuya Occldentalls.) A splendid stock of 3 to 4 ft. and 4 t* 5 ft. trees. Write for descriptions and prices. The Wm. H. Moon Ca, MORRISVILIX. PA. DAHLIAS Jack Rose and other best Cut Flower varieties. Write for list and prices. PKACOCK DAHLIA FARMS WlUlamstown Junction, N. J. Eugene Pitou, Jr. CIVIL ENGINEER and Landscape Architect. Phone Barclay 6084—229 Broadway ,New York Desi^s. Estimates, Construction of Grounds. phia Record. We try to teach other nations that Indian corn is an excel- lent article of diet, but most of the European peasantry still believe that maize was created for the live stock. These people will sit down to a dish of steamed chestnuts with much rel- ish, and are content if they have noth- ing more. The dream of every father is to lay up something for his children that they may enjoy after he is gone. Now here is one thing he can lay up. A pecan grove is better than stocks or bonds. "No wood will be more difficult to replace when the approaching short- age, in the supply of hard woods overtakes us than the hickory," one of the foresters in the employ of the government recently said. The truth of this statement is not realized by any one more than the practical men of the various trades whose future prosperity is measured by the avail- able supply. Roses ! Roses ! We ofler for immediate delivery the following Roses on own roots, dormant, field-grown plants, first-class in every way: 1000 Helen Gould, Balduin, 12 cents. 300 Pink Baby Ramblers, 12 cents. 500 Newport Fairy, - - 12 cents. 1000 Dorothy Perkins, - 12 cents. 2000 Tausendschon, - - 20 cents. Also a limited number of dormant, field-grown plants, own roots of the following Roses at 12 cents each; Sweetheart, Trier, Lady Gay, La Flamma, Taunus Blumchen. Debutante, Hiawatha. Clematis Paniculata, field-grown, 1 yr. B cents. Clematis Paniculata, field-grown, 2 yr. 8 cents. Hydrangea Paniculata Grandiflora, 18 to 24 in. 6 cents. Hydrangea Paniculata Grandiflora, 2 to 3 ft 9 cents. Viburnum Plicatum, 2 to 3 ft 12 cents. Chinese Sacred LiUes, $3.00 per 100; $25.00 per 1000. filllHo Ta DacO CilMnrt^ As a work of reference, this book is almost UUIUC lU I\USC VUllUlC indispensable and was produced at a cost of $10,000. FREE to all who ask for it. Write to-day. The DINGEE & CONARD CO., West 6rove, Pa. Hardy Field-Grown Roses We ofier a fine stock of the following Roses, viz.: HYBRID PERPETUALS Per doz Per 100 Ulrich Brunner, Paul Neyron, Gen. Jacqueminot, Magna Charta, Mrs. John Laing, Baroness Rothschild, and other assorted varieties in less quantities, like Mme. Gabrielle Luizet, Marshall P. Wilder, Anna de Diesbach, Baron de Bonstettin, Prince Camille de Rohan, Alfred Colomb, Gen. Washington, Princess Beam, Rngosa Rubra, Rugosa Alba, Blanche Moreau (White Moss), Chapeau de Napoleon (Pink Moss), Persian Yellow, etc $2.00 $13.50 Frau Karl Druschki, Capt. Hayward, Hugh Dickson, and Mrs. R. G. Sharman- Crawford 2.25 16.00 HYBRID TEAS White Killarney 3.50 25.00 Killarney (pink), Gruss an Teplitz, La France, Maman Cochet, White Maman Cochet, Lady Mary Fitzwilliam, Hermosa, Ftoile de France, Mme. Abel Chatenay, Mme. Jules Grolez, etc. 2.50 18.00 CLIMBING Tausendschon and Lady Gay 3.00 20.00 Dorothy Perkins and Crimson Rambler 2.25 15.00 F. R. PIERSON CO., Tarrytown=on=Hndson, N. Y. A BLUE ROSE The Greatest Rose Novelty of the Century It flowered with us this sea- son and was greatly admired. ELLWANGER Mount Hope Nurseries The New Rambler (Violet Blue), hailed by the German rose growers as the forerunner of a genuinely cornflower blue rose, is a seedling of Crimson Rambler, very vigorous and hardy, and free blooming. Send for description and price. & BARRY ROCHESTER, N. Y. Send Advts. Early for Best Service. 646 The American Florist, April 2j, ^^p^w? ^H^J 'H^^^^l ^'l^l ^R^^^^l If^^ m:t' ^^m r^ r J^d^ vj ^K. "•■ ^^^I ^ &j /'^^^^^^^^■ig^^^^H^H Dreer's Hardy DelphiDiums belladonna. The freest flowering of all ttie DL-Iphiniums and the most valuable for cuttinp. its beautiful turquoiee-blue flow»-TS appeal to all who see it. Plant these early and you will have a continuous display of bloom from June until freezing weather. We offer an exception- ally fine lot of extra heavy one vear-old plants. S2.C0 per dozen: $15.00 per 100: $125.00 per lOOO. Dreer's Gold Medal Bybiids. Unquestionably the finest strain of mixed hybrids ever brought together, being seedlings of one of the best named collections and containing some wonder- ful varieties. Strong one-year old plants,.*!. 25 per dozen: SS.OO per 100; J75.00 per 1000. Formosunt. A splendid strain of this popular favorite dark blue variety. 85 centi per dozen; .•J5.00 per 100; .*50.00 per 100. ChJnese Blue and White. 75 cents per dozen: J5.00 per 100. CHOICE NAMED HYBRID VARIETIES. Alfred Henderson. Bold, massive spikes of semi-dout-le rosy-lavender flowers, 2 inches across, white eye. 20 cents each: $2 00 per dozen: $15.00 per 1000- Beatrice Kelway. Deep, ricji blue with a con- spicuous yellow eye, flowers 2 inches across and perfectly arrangfd. 20 cents each; $2.00 per dozen ; $15.00 per 100. Cerberus. Sapphire with black brown centre, a handsome spike. .35 cents each; $3.50 per doz. Chinese Cineraria. (Spurlcss Ha rdy Larkspur The large flowers without a spur, strikingly resembles a fine rich sky-blue Cineraria. 20 cents each; $2.00 per dozen: $15.00 per 100. Duke of Connaugllt. Rich. Oxford blue with dis- tinct bold while eye: fine large flowers. 25 cents each ; $2,50 per dozen ; .$20.00 per 100. J. C. Jenkins. Very large, semi-double bright mauve edged with royal blue and white eye. 25 cents each; .$2.50 per dozen; $20,00 per 100. King of Delphiniums. Most vigorous growing, immense size, semi-double, rich deep blue with lar^e white eye. 25 cents each; $2,50 per dozen; $20 00 per 100. lizzie. Lovely azure-blue flowers. 2 inches across, bold, creamy-yellow eye, arranged in bold massive stems. 25 cents each; $2.50 »er dozen ; $20.00 per 100. Lemartin. Similar in growth and habit to Bella- donna, but with rich Gentian-blue flowers with white center. 25 cents each; .$2.50 per dezen; $20.00 per 100. Mrs. Creighton, Semi-double, outer petals deep sky-blue, center rich plum with black eye. 25 cents each; .$2.50 per dozen ; $20.00 per 1( 0. Fersiltimon. Comparatively new; beautiful deli: cate turquoise blue. 50 cents each; .$5.00 per dozen. White Seedlings. These have been carefully selected and will be found desirable in any collection. 30 cents each; .$3,00 per dozen. For the most complete list of Hardy Perennial Plants offtred in America see our current Wholesale List. DELPHINIUM BELLADONA. Henry A. Dreer, 714 Chestnut St., PHILADEPHIA, PA. The above prices are intended for the trade only. Inc. Buffalo. A special meeting of the Florists' Club was held at Kasting's hall, April 12, at which it was decided to hold a flower show in the fall. It in pro- posed to make this one of the greatest and most up-to-date shows this city has ever had. A most able commit- tee has been appointed to arrange all the details, and a report is expected at the next regular meeting. May 3. At that meeting Chas. Guenther will read a paper on "Summer Roses," and it is expected that Geo. McClure, Jr., will be prepared with criticisms on the paper recently read by E. A. Slattery on "Color Harmony." A special arrangement of daffodils sent to a reception last week In a very elaborate basket was unfortunately re- ceived by the maid. Not appreciating the value of the basket and the florist's artistic work, she proceeded to ar- range them herself. She took the daf- fodils, which were in water, together with asparagus, lilacs, etc., separated them, put them in small glasses and consigned the gold basket and vases under the sink. You can imagine the hostess when it was discovered. The maid is a wiser girl now. Davenport, la. TRADE GOOD. Business has been very good the past week with barely enough stock to meet the demand. Funeral work has been very heavy. Plant business has picked up, but a check has been put on the business today (April 17) by the fall of two inches of snow. Never in the memory of the oldest inhabitant have we had such an early S A ROSE FOR EVERY GREENHOUSE S GRSFTED ROSES White Killamey. My Maryland, Pink Klllar- ney, Kictunond. Rose pots $15 00 per 100 3H-inch pots IS 00 per 100 Bride, Bridesmaid, Golden Gate, La France, Kaiserin. Rose pots $10 00 per 100 jkz-inch pots 15 00 per 100 ) S I J. L. DILLON, Bride, Bridesmaids, Perle, Sunrise, Golden Gate, Chatenay, Kaiserin. OWN ROOT ROSES Wliite Killamey, My Maryland. Richmond, Pink Killamey, American Beauty. ,? inch pots $ 9 00 per 100 3-inch pots $ 7 00 per 100 4 inch pots 12 00 per 100 4-inch pots 10 00 per 100 We will have large quantities of White KUlamey and American Beauty Rose plants of the best quality for spring delivery. Verbena and Coleus Cuttings and Plants ready for shipment. -Send for Circulars Bloomsburg, Pa. «> spring, being just 30 days ahead of the usual. The regular monthly meeting of the Tri-City Florists' Club was held on the evening of April 14, at the home of Henry Gaethje, Sr., of south Rock Island, with nearly every member present. Installation of the newly elected officers took place, Uncle John Temple being the installing officer. The auditing committee reported the books of the treasurer and financial secretary correct, with all bills paid, and a good sum in the treasury. One new member was elected to member- ship. The topic of the evening, a seasonable one, was greenhouse and bench construction. Ludwig Stapp spoke on "Modern Greenhouse Con- struction," and Henry Pauli gave a very interesting and instructive talk on "Cement Benches and Their Con- struction," also his success with crops on the same. Wm. Knees extended an invitation to the club to meet with him on the second Thursday of May, which was accepted, after which the members enjoyed a fine luncheon and social time. NOTES. Ludwig Stapp's place was found In the usual apple-pie order, and every- thing ready for a large spring busi- ness, Ludwig is building two new rose houses, 30x300 feet, and is well along with the work of construction. He has already finished one of the finest brick boiler houses in the state, and is at present sinking a well. Henry Pauli has bought the old Campbell place, lately conducted by Wm. Behring, Mr. Behring retiring from business about June 1. Mr. Pauli will conduct both places. A snowstorm and cold wave has put a crimp in the plant trade and stopped the planting out of carnations which has been going on at some of the places in dead earnest. T. E. IQIO. The American Florist. 647 Vaughan's Special Offer BOSTON FERNS Each 5-in, pots % 75 7in. pots 1 00 8-in. pots 1 25 Doz. S8 00 10 00 14 00 Per 100 Asp. Sprenger), 2H in $301 3 -in 5 00 4 -in 10 00 Aucaba, Japonica variegated. Each 18in. hieh $ 55 24to3n-in high 1 50 Ancnba, Japonica type. 18-in. high 1 00 100 $60 00 75 00 100 00 inOO $500 45 00 Doz. $5 00 IS 00 10 00 CROTONS We offer a choice collection of fancy sorts, well colored. Each Doz. 3-in. pots $0 20 $2 00 4'in. pots 35 3 5 5iD. Dots 50 6 00 6-iD. pots 100 10 00 Each Doz. 100 Azalea Mollis, 15 to 20 buds.tO 50 $5 00 $40 00 40toS0buds. 1 00 10 00 Doz. Bash Box Trees, 15 18 in. bieh..{4 0"^ 2ii-24-in.hiEh.. 8 00 Ampelopsis Veltchil, 2 vr 1 75 " " .3-vr 100 Crimson Ramblers, 2 years old. 2 to 3 feet, well branched, own roots. $2.00 per doz 2 years old, 2 to 3 feet well branched budded . 2 00 p<--r doz 3 years old. 3 to 5 feet, well branched budded.. 3.00 per doz 4-iDch pots TauSendSChOn. Per doz Per 100 I P'^f doz. Per 1 2-yr. old. dnrmaot grafted plants $3.50 $25.00 I I^dy Gay, 2yr.old. dormant stock .$3.00 $20.00 Crimson Baby Ramblers, 3 years budded $2 50 per doz ; $16.00 per lOD $12 00 00 15 00 $15.00 per 100 15.00 per mO 18.00 per 100 10.00 per 100 Deutzia Each Doz. 100 Lemoinei. 7in lO 25 $ 2 50 $20 00 Clematis Paniculata, 2 yr. 1 50 li iX) 90 00 3 vr. 2 00 15 00 4 yr. 3 60 25 00 Aralla Elegantisslma. fine stock. Each 5inch $100 6inch 150 ROSES p,.rdoz. Per 100 American Beauty budded. $2 00 $15 00 Gen.Jaclt l 75 14 00 Mrs.JolinLaing 175 14 00 Paul Neyron 2 00 15 00 John Hopper ' 175 14 ro Fisher Holmes 175 14 00 Gen Washington 2 00 15 00 Grass an Teplitz " 2 01 15 00 Magna Charts 1 75 14 00 Doz. Achillea Eupatorium $1 OO Anchasa Angastif olia 75 Aquilegia Ctirysantha in var 85 Arabis Alpina 85 n.Pl 85 After Prcziosa 1 20 Cardifolius 1 00 Laevis Pulcherrimus . .150 Novae Belgiae Glory de Nancy. 1 00 Ryecroft Pink I 50 St Eirwin 2 00 White Dwarf Queen 1 On Baptisla Australis 85 Bocconla Cordata 85 Boltonla Asteroldes 75 Campanula Medium Calycanthema 1 00 Single Mixed. 1 ro Double Mix.d 1 00 •' ■ Single White. 1 lO Chelone Lyonli l 25 Coreopsis Lanceolate 7^ Rosea 85 Daisy Shasta, California 85 " Westralla 85 Delphinium Cbinense 75 ** *■ .Album 75 ** Kelway's Hybrids 85 Dlanthus .Abbotsford, 125 ** Ptumarius Cyclops 85 " Latifolius Coccineus pi.. 1 00 *' Pluroarius double 85 Hardy Perennial Plants no $7 00 5 00 6 0U 6 00 60O 8 00 7 00 10 00 7 00 600 600 5 on 7 00 7 00 7 00 7 00 8 I'O 5 00 600 6 no 6 00 500 5 00 6 00 600 7 00 6 00 Doz. 100 Dianthus Perfection $1 25 Her Maje^ty 8> $6 00 " Semperfforens 85 6 00 Digitalis GloxiniaeBora, mixed.... 1 00 7 00 " Maculatalveryana.spotted 1 CO 7 00 Echinacea Purpurea C5 6 00 Erianthns Ravennae 85 6 oo Eupatorium H'azeri 85 6 CO Festuca Glauca 85 6 no Fonlda I ancUoUa 75 5 00 Gypsophila Pa'iculata fl. pi.. dnuble white 100 8 00 Heieniom Autumnale superbum.. . 85 6 00 " Rubrum 1 00 8 00 Hellanthus Multiflorus Max 85 6 00 Snars'folius 85 6 00 Heliopsis Pitchertanns 65 400 Hemerocallis Dumortieri 85 6 00 " Flava 85 6 0) " Kwansofi.pl 85 6 00 Hibiscus Crimson Eve 6'> 4 10 " Mnscheutos 60 4 I'O Inula EnsUolia 85 6 00 Iris Pallida Ualmatica 1 50 10 CO " Mixed German 60 4 "0 Lathyrus La'ifolms Albus 1 nO 7 00 '• Rubra, red 1(0 7 0") Pink Beauty 1 On 7 00 Lavender inn 7 "0 Linum Ptrenne 85 6 00 Lobelia Cardinalis 100 700 Doz. 100 Lyctmis Viscaria $ 85 .$6 '0 Lysimacliia Barystachls l on 8 00 Mint 60 4 UO Monarda Didyma 1 00 7 00 MvOSOiisPalusirisSemperflorens.. 60 4 CO Phaiarls Arundinacea var 75 5 00 Phlox, mixed. 3 and 4 year clumps. 1 00 6 00 Physostegla Virginica 85 6 00 Platycodon Grandiflora 85 6 00 Mariesi 85 6 00 " Alba 1 00 7 00 Primula V.risiiranditiora 1 00 7 00 Pjn-ethrum Ulieinosum 75 5 OO RudbecUa Golden Glow 85 6 00 Golden Ray 85 6 00 " Newmani 1 OD 7 00 " Nit da 1 00 7 00 Sidalcea Rosy Gem 1 00 7 00 Statice Latitolia 100 7 CO SoUdago Virraurea Nana 100 7 00 Sweet William, Single mixed 85 6 00 " " Double mixed 85 6 00 " Red. double ICO 7 00 " " White 100 700 Tarr«gon True German 85 6 00 Thallctrum Flavum 100 7 00 Tradescantia Virginica 85 6 no Trltoma t-fitzeri 1 00 7 00 Tunica Saxifraaa 1 00 7 00 Vinca Minor 75 5 00 Yucca Filamentosa. 3 in. pots 75 5 00 SPRING "BOOK FOR FLORISTS!" ASK FOR IT. NEW YORK VAUGHAN'S SEED STORE, All Plants f. o. b. Western Sprines. 111. CHICAGO. Cleveland. ROSES ABE PLENTIFUL. Stock did not seem to be over plenti- ful tile past week, except roses; of these there were more than could be handled through the regular channels, and many went to the street fakirs. as did a few carnations and violets, this is the street fakir's day and he plunges, buying large quantities of stock that would otherwise go to the dump. Prices are about the same as last week. Callas and Easter lilies still continue to arrive in bunches. Valley was more plentiful this week, but the market slow. Violets do not move very quickly. The demand for colored carnations exceeds the supply, Ted and Lawson having the call. En- chantress is losing color with some of the growers. Sweet peas are selling •exceedingly well, not enough of the better grade being obtainable to meet the demand, pink and lavender being the choice of colors. Dagger ferns are about done until the new crop arrives, fine fancy fern only being obtainable. American Beauty roses are coming in strong and the quality was never bet- ter, the shorts for funeral work having a good call; long stock is moving fairly well. Good stock of Bride and Bridesmaid is coming in. Richmond and Killarney are also good in color and size. The rain that began Sat- urday evening put a damper on busi- ness, as it continued cold and wet un- til Sunday noon. NOTES. The new Smith & Fetters Co. held its opening on Thursday, April 14, from 3 to 6 p. m. The store was very artistically decorated for the occasion, nearly every conceivable flower being shown to the best advantage. In looking at the cards attached to some of the flowers donated an idea of the extent of their business and number of friends could be imagined. From east and west, from supply houses and florists, wholesale and retail, local and out-of-town donations were seen, their cards one and all wishing the new firm "Success." Their window decora- tion in itself was well worth seeing, and attracted considerable attention. All in yellow, it contained some of the choicest Spanish iris, yellow snap- dragon, yellow daisies and white and yellow orchids ever seen, all very ar- tistically arranged. Milford Parks will have the flower stand nt Luna park again this year; Cannas King Humbert. Alphonse Bouvier. Chas. Hdnderson. Mile. Berat. Ex. Cramobell. Florence Vaughan. Mad.Crozy, Souv. de Actoine Crozy. Write for special prices. statinK quantity wanted. FRESH TOBACCO STEMS. Bale of 300 lb«.. $1.75; ton $9.00. W. C. BEGKERT, Seedsman, 103 Federal St., N.S., PITTSBURG, PA. Mention the American Florist when writim at present he is having quite a lot of sickness in the family, both Mrs. Parks and daughter being quite ill. Wm. Bramley & Son, East Seventy- first street, had a lot of funeral work the past week. C. B. Reading, Pa. — George Beears has moved to larger quarters at 206 N. Ninth street. 648 The American Florist. April 2 J, Geraniums ROOTED CUTTINGS Ricard, Poitevine and S. A. Nutt. ready May 15th. at $10.00 per ICOO. PLUMOSUS Fine stock from rose pots at $25.00 per 1000. Sample for 10c. Smilax and Sprengeri Readv June 1st. Smilax $12.50 per IQIO Sprengeri 15.00 per 1000 ALBERT M. HERR, Lancaster, Pa. Vinca Variegata... R. C. 90c; $8.00 per 1000. E.\tra fine. Abntilons, 3 kinds. 2inch. 2Hc. Ageratnm, 3 kinds. $1.50 per 100. Swalnsonia alba. 2 in. 2c: Yellow Daisies, 2-in. 2c. Feverfew, double white. small plants. 75c; ».00 per lOOO, Pansies, giant ?3 < per 10 lO. Sweet WilUams, $3.' CO per 1000. Aster». white. .?3.00 per .000. Rooted Cuttings, prepaid per lou. Heliotrope, $1.00: Fuchsia, 8 kinds, $1.00: Paris Daisy, yellow, white, $1.00; Cuphea, 75c. Vlnca Variegata, 90c ; Colens, 10 kinds 60c; Alteniantliera,3 kinds.SOc; Ageratnm. 3 kinds 60c: Swainsona alba, $1.00; Dbl. Fetunias, 10 kinds. $1.00. Cash with order. BYER BROS., Chambersburg, Pa. Albany, N. Y. At the meeting of the executive board of the state assembly of moth- ers, held in this city on April 14, plans were formulated to have all the moth- ers' clubs in the state sell white car- nations on Mothers' day, the second Sunday in May. The Florists' Club some time ago voted to donate sev- eral hundred white carnations to the local mothers' club for the occasion. At the last meeting of the club some discussion was held on the subject of holding a flower show for the benefit of the members. It was decided to find a small hall and to go ahead with the arrangements. Secretary P. A. Danker is engaged in looking for a suitable place and will report at a later meeting. Geo. H. Price was admitted to membership in the club. Sheriff Piatt on April 13, at a pub- lic auction, held pursuant to fore- closure proceedings, sold the stock in the greenhouses of Fred Keller, Jr., on the Troy road. The sale was scheduled to be held on April 6, but owing to the small number of bidders it was adjourned for one week. Fred Goldring, Henkes Bros., Patrick Hyde and a number of other local florists bid in on stock they wanted. The sale brought only about $250. The foreclosure was due to the action of the McKwan Coal Co., of this city, which had an unpaid bill of $326.86 for coal supplied to Keller's green- houses. The greenhouses, land and stock growing outside are owned by Fred Keller, Sr., and no levy could be made on them. Chas. M. van Heusen, president of the Van Heusen-Charles Co., of this city, has purchased a tract of 51 acres of fine country property west of the city and proposes to develop it for a home. Mr. van Heusen has engaged a landscape gardener to go over the property, select a site for a country residence and develop the grounds. The tract has some unexcelled nat- ural baauties, not the least of which is a fine grove situated on an emi- nence that can be seen a long dis- tance. Fred A. Danker is building a new residence a short distance west of his present home on Central avenue. R. D. Florists' 'Mums 1i" A »T V From Pots. Rooted Cuttings. fiAIUiI 100 1000 100 1000 Cremo— Pacific Sport yellow $3 00 $2 50 Gloria (New)— Enchantress Pink 4 00 $30 00 3 00 $25 00 Golden Glow— Earliest yellow 3 00 25 tK) 2 00 15 00 Indiana (New)— A white Appleton 6 00 4 00 Ivory— Dwarf white 3 00 25 00 2 60 20 00 Monrovia— Bright yellow 3 00 25 00 2 60 20 00 October Frost— Best early white 3 00 25 00 2 60 20 00 Pacific Supreme— Improved Pacific 3 00 26 00 2 50 20 00 Roserie-Dark pink 3 00 25 00 2 50 20 00 MIDSEASON Col. D. Appleton— Incurved yellow 3 00 25 00 2 00 15 00 Crocus— Lipht vellow 3 OO 26 00 2 00 16 00 Dolly Dimple (New)-Fine yellow 6 00 4 00 Mrs. W. E. Kelley— Late midseason yellow 6 00 50 00 5 00 40 00 Major Bonnaffon-Incurved yellow 3 00 26 00 2 00 15 00 Pres. Roosevelt— Incurved light pink 4 00 86 00 3 00 26 00 Vivland Morel— Dark pink 3 00 2 50 LATE Golden Eagle— incurved bright yellow 4 00 30 00 3 OO 25 00 Mile. Jeanne Nonin— Incurved white 3 00 26 00 2 00 16 00 Also a fine line in Exhibition, Pompons and Singles. ELMER D. SMITH if CO., Adrian, Mich. American Beauty BENCH PLANTS Fine plants for out-door planting or replanting in the benches, cut back to about 18-inches; per 100, $5.00. KAISPRTN 2-inch pots, propagated last fall. t\.KiliJl^lXIll j^Q^ |.ggjy jQ pi^jjj jjj jj^g benches, $4.00 per 100, or $35.00 per 1000. Bassett & Washburn, 'i Office and Store, Wabash Ave., CHICAGO Greenhouses, Hinsdale. HI. Bench Plants lOfO American Beauty $50 CO Richmond 30 00 GEORGE REINBERG 51 Wabash Avenue, CHICAGO. Nashville. Trade has been rather quiet the past week and as a consequence flowers have been plentiful. Violets are en- tirely done and bulbous stock is abun- dant of every kind. Roses are only fairly profuse, sufiBclent for all de- mands, but not an overstock. Carna- tions are abundant and excellent in quality. Outdoor lily of the valley has been plentiful and of good quality, with many bells and a delightful fragrance. This sold at 75 cents per 100 and was much sought after. All kinds of garden flowers are now in the market for a brief season. None of them last very long. Irises, blue and white, have been used a great deal In the spring decorations for small affairs. A most effective decoration, which has been largely used, is the dogwood blossoms. Huge sprays placed in large vases against the wall, gave a fine effect and nothing prettier has been seen here. The dogwood is very fine this year and plentiful in this locality. M. C. D. A New Fern NEPHROLEPIS GIATRASII Awarded a Certificate of Merit by the Horticultural Society of New York. Prices: in 214-inch pots, $3.50 per dozen; $25.00 per 100; $200.00 per 1000. 25 plants at 100 rates; 500 plants at 1000 rates. Orders delivered in rotation as received. Now Ready for delivery, GEORGE GIATRAS, 463 Summit Ave., West Hoboken.N.J, SPECIALTIES. Roiea, from 3'in pots. Ckryiaatbemnias Camatlont for fall delivery. Smilax, Violeti IN BEST VARIETIES. Prices low. Send for list. Wood Brothers, VS^^\ Flower Colors Use our COLOR CHART in describinttbcni, rRICE. $1.00 POSTPAID. American Florist Co., 324 Dearborn St.. CBICAOO. ILL. tgio. The American Florist. 64& /- <@^pv ^ k ! PANSY GERANIUM. 1^ -=-- --~^=_^ Pelargonium NOVELTIES. From 2?^-in. pots, each, 25c; doz., $2.60. 1 each of 6 vars., $1.35; 3 each, $3.66. Emanuel Lias — Mottled rose and white. King Haakon — Purple, dark blotch on lower petals. King of Spain — Reddish purple, light center. LadaS — Blush pink, upper petals blotched maroon. Lady Churchill— Blush salmon. Prince Olaf— Orange scarlet. STANDARD SORTS. Extra strong2l/2-in.pots (ready for 3-in.). $1.50 $10.00 " 3 " " " " 4 " . 2.00 12.00 Countess — Clear salmon, white center. Dorothy — Rosy salmon, blotched dark maroon. Goldmine — Bright orange, one of the freest. Mme. Thibaut — white, blotched marooQ and rose. Mme. Vibert — Fiery red , blotched maroon , edged pink . Mrs. R. Sandlford — Pure white, double. Marie Mallet — White, blotched maroon. Princess May — Salmon rose, maroon blotches. Sandiford's Best — Beautiful pink, white margin. Sandiford's Wonder — Blotched white and red. Surprise — Fiery red, black blotches, white margin. Tommy Dodd — Lower petals blush, upper maroon and crimson. Mrs. Layal — The "Pansy Geranium." NEW YOiRK. All plants f.o.b. Western Springs "Spring Book for Florists." Ask for it. CHICAGO- Chrysanthemum Cuttings Now booking orders (or early delivery. WHITE Per 100 1000 Oct. Frost $2 00 $15 03 Kalb 2 CO 15 00 V. Poehlmann 2 50 20 ■ Touset 20) 1500 A. Byron 2 00 15 i Wanamaker 2 1)0 15 00 White Cloud 2 00 15 00 T.Eaton 2 50 20 00 Chadwick 2 50 20 On Nonin 2 OJ 15 00 PINK Ballour 2 00 15 00 Enguehard 2 00 15 Oj TELIOW GoldenGlow 2 00 15 00 Monrovia 2 00 15 0" Oct. Sunshine 2 00 15 00 Appleton 2 00 15 UO Y. Eaton 2 50 20 00 fiolden Chadwick 3 00 25 00 Halliday 2 00 15 00 Bonnaffon 2 00 15 00 Rooted Carnation Cuttings 5?5^?^"""'= Per 100 KOO White Enchantress $3 00 $25 00 Rose Pink Enchantress 2 50 20 10 J. D. THOMPSON CARNATION CO., JOLIET, ILL. ASPARAGUS PLUMOSUS 2-year clumps. 15c; 2-ioch pots, $2 25 per 100: SO.CO per lOOO. strooe. IMFATIENS in variety, strong. 2-inch. 3c. BRIDESMAID ROSES, 2 inch pots. 2Hc. W. W. Coles, Kokomo, Ind. JOSEPH HEACOCK CO. WYNCOTE, PA. Growers of Fine Kentias Send for Price List. A. N. PIERSON, Inc. CROMWELL, CONN. Grafted and Own Root Roses Per doz. Per 100 Per 1000 White KiUarney (Waban strain), grafted $2.00 $15.00 $120.00 Own root 1.50 8.00 75 00 KUlarney, grafted 2.00 15.00 120.00 My Maryland, grafted 2.00 15.00 120.00 Own root 1.00 6.C0 50.00 Richmond, Kaiserin, Bride and Maid, grafted 2.00 15.00 120.00 Own root 1.00 5.00 45.00 rihrvQanthPTtllimQ The best of the new ones and the best of the standards. Com- VUlljraolUllCiUUlua n^g^cial varieties exclusively. We are booking orders for both rooted cuttings and plants from pots for present delivery. Our Cst&lOltllC Contains the Carnatitn and Chrysanthemum lists. It includes our Rose ^^"^ x/otaxvpitv jjgj ^^^ jjjg l)eddin& stock. You need our catalogue. If you haven't received on*, send for it. We can handle your order, whether it is large or small. Xfrvf ITllll^l* T ICt nf PlnntC which we have to offer, see our full page advertisement ror r UllCr LiIM Ol riani:* j^ ^^^ American Florist of March 26th. White Killarney, My Maryland, Pink Killarney. 2H-iD. plants. Bookine orders now for future daliTeriee. The Riglit Flace— Tbe Right Goods— The light Price— Come and See Them Grow. 2h-ilich. 100 1000 WhlteKUUmey $8 50 J75 W Pink KlUamey 600 55 80 MyMaryland 6 00 55 00 Richmond 5 50 50 00 Brides 5 00 45 00 American Beauties'" 7 00 65 00 3H-iB. sizes will be offered, when ready, at 4096 increase over2H-in. You cannot afford to buy poor stock at 50% less. CHRYSANTHEMUMS, Rooted Cuttings and 2H- in. Good commercial varieties. Price lists will be mailed on request. Poehlmann Bros. Co., Morton Grove, ni. Mention the American Florist when writing ASTERS and DAHLIAS. ASTERS. Vick's Early and Late Branching. select colors, strong transplanted plants, 2-in,. J2.00 per inO; $18.50. per 1000. Dahlia Roots, 5 OOOmixed to color, $4.00 per 100: 435 00 per 1000. Dahlia Roots, Jack Rose. Sensation. Fringed 20th Century. Fringed Beauty, Gladys. Rose Pink Century. Big Chief, at $3.50 per doz.: $25.00 per 100. R. VINCENT Jr. & SONS CO., White Marsh, Md. Mention the American Florist when writing Snow-White Sport of Helen Frick Ghrysanttiemum From 214-inch pots $10.00 per 100. Rooted cuttings, $8.00 per 100. Unrooted cuttings, $5.00 per 100. HENRY EICHHOLZ, Waynesboro, Pa. 650 The American Florist. April 2j, Look! Bargains in BEDDING PLANTS For Immediate Shipment. Now Ready. Cannes, eiscle (best impioved dark Ftr 100 foliau.O 4in $S.O0 English ivy. 4-in lO 00 Begonia EriordI, our well known improved strain. 4 ill. (S.tK now ready) 8.00 Begonia Vernon, dark rid latest improved stram from bwitzenaod. 4in 7 OO lemon Verbenas, 4 in 7.00 Scarlet !>age, C'sra Bedman or Bonfire. 4iB. 7 UO Ageraium, dwarl best blue. 4-iii 7.00 Fuchsias, assorted colors. 4-in 7.10 Double Petunias, assorted. 4 in 7.00 Lanianas, assort' d 4 in . 7.00 Primula ODCOnica, 5 in., blue, in bloom 52.00 perdoz. Dracena In<): Cosmos, red. while and pink (assorted or mixed); COleus, Verschaffelti. Golden B. dder. Queen Victoria (fancy colors. 4c) ; Petunias, California Giant In mitat>l«. Uwarfand Rosy Morn: Swret Alyssum, Carpet of Snow or Little Gcnr. Tradescantla, two colors; Thon- bergia, or Black Ey. d" -usan; SalplglOSSls; Lobelia, Crystal Palace, blue dwarf and tr^iline: Corrflow rg(assorted); Dusty Miller; Centaurea Gymnocarpa; Parlor Ivy. ^" Don't forget that we are the growers and shippers of loomoea Noctlflorum, the pure whit. Moonvine with flower? as big as a saucer, very fragrant and the earliest Moonvine in existence, for which we have a world-wide reputation for the past twenty-five years; grows 50 feet and over in one season; over 25 000 are shipped eve' y spring all over America south, north, west and east. Mexico and Cuba; 2^2-in. pots. $5 00 per 100; 3 in. .$8.00 per 10 ; 4 in.. $12.(0 per 100, Cashwith order, please. All plants. 25 at tOO rale. All plants must travel at purchaser's risk only. Watch for our adv. of Araucarias about May 10, GODFREY 4SCHM4NN ■Wholesale Grower and Importer of Potted Plants, 1012 WestOntarioSt, PHILADELPHIA, PA. Toronto. BUSINESS ERRATIC. Trade the past two weelcs has been very erratic, but generally good. The visit of the governor general and suite created quite a demand for flowers, as there were supper parties and social events galore; this, coupled with the death of several prominent citizens and a few weddings, have helped use up the better grades of flowers. Roses are now coming in plentifully. American Beauties, which have been scarce all season, are again fairly plentiful, but hardly up to the standard in quality. Richmond is fine with good strong stems, and the other varieties are all that could be desired. Carnations have shortened somewhat, which is a good thing, for they were being slaughtered at unreasonable prices. Sweet peas, lily of the valley and orchids are all plentiful and good. NOTES. Spring trade has rushed in so quick- ly that Thos. Manton is more than busy and is looking for more help. There seems to be a small percentage of gardeners among the immigrants. Richmond roses, which are the mainstay of the Bedford Park Floral Co., have proved so profitable that the firm is putting up another house to be devoted to these. Fred Brown has opened a store at Yonge and Richmond streets, where We have the following young roses to oHer: 1500 American Beauties SOU Cardinal 250 I Richmonds (iOO Chateoay 95O0 Brides 200 Wooton 6500 Maids 125) Golden Gate 1250 Uncle John lOiiO Killarney lOiu Kaiserin ,150 Maryland 500 La France 5o0 Peile 900 Ivory 2C0 Palmer lO.COD Asters, Hals. 20,000 Colens, K.C' 2-in.. 5 000 Cannas .11.50 per li 0; $12.50 per lOnO . 2,5U per 1 20.00 per 1000 . .CiiperlOii; 5.00 per 100 2.50 per 100; 2000 per 10(0 3 in. $5.00: 4-in..$ 8,'0 ,5 10 Kng Humberts . 3 in., 8,0( : 4 in.. 12.50 15,000 Geraniums, led, white pii k and salmon... ,2'->-in ,$3.50; 3 in.. $5 0"; 4 in *8 00 10,0(0 Cbrysanthemums, 2!.'2 m, ready, also R.C, Ask for our Soft Wooded List. Bulb Stock- Cannas Cal ad iums. Tuberous- rooted Begonias Ufahiias. etc.. etc. GEO. A. KUHL, Wholesale Grower. PeMn, HI. Pansy Plants Large stocky plants in bud and bloom, the very best strain at «l,25per 100. tlO.OOper 1000; smaller plants $2.00 per lnOti. Stocks, Dusty Miller. Verbenas, Phlox, Alys- sum, Heliotrope. Ageratums, Mme. Salleroi Ger- aniums, Asp. Sprengeri and Scarlet Sage, fine plants out of 2^-in pots. $2.00 per 10 ■; 300 for $5.00; $15.00 per 1000. Cabbage Plants for field, .$1,25 per lOOO. J. C SCHMIDT, Bristol, Pa. Robert Craig Co... ^^s PALMS and Novelties in Decorative Plants. Markei and 49th Sts., Philadelphia, Pa Rooted Cuttings Per 100 1000 Per 100 1000 HeUotrope$.ll,00 $8.00 Petunias.... $1,25 Slo.oo Daisies, white Salvias 1,00 8.00 and yellow. IfO AlySiUm.dbl. .80 Coleus 70 6.00 Ageratums.. .60 5.00 Express paid on roL.ted cuttings. S. D. BRANT, Clay Center, Kans. Ferns for Dishes... Assorted varieties. 2Vi-in. pots. S3.S0 per 100: $30.00 per 1000. Cash with order. FRANK OECHSLIN 4911 Qulncy St. CHICAGO. bargain flowers are being liandled in quantity. Wm. Jay & Son report a good spring business. Stock in all lines lias been plentiful and they are rushed with planting. John Chambers is busily engaged in landscape work. H, G. D, The Stork at New Castle. The New Castle (Ind,) Times points out that the florists are doing more to make good the slogan "New Castle 20,- 000 in 1910," than any other class of people. As evidence it calls attention to the stork's recent visits to the homes of the following: Otto Benthey, S. Atkins, L, Dawson and Wm. Bren- neke, of J. Benthey & Co., and Carl Ragden and Frank Shelsky, of Heller Bros. This makes a total of six births in two months, which the delighted papas declare is "goin' some." All are doing nicely, thank you. ROSES IN PLENTY ON OWN ROOTS. Summer grown, winter rested. Doz. TEAS. Bon Silene % Tso l3ougere Bridesmaid Do Catherine Mermet 50 Christine de None. .50 Coquette de I.yon 50 Devoniensis 50 Isabella Sprunt 50 Mme. Joseph Schwartz. .50 Madame I..ombard 50 Mile. Pranzisca Kruger. .50 Maman Cochet. Pink. . .50 Marie Gujllot 50 Marie Lambert (Snow- flake) 50 3. Marie Louise 50 3. Marie van Houtte 50 3. Papa. Gontier 50 3. Perle des Jardins 60 4. Souv. de Pierre Nottine .50 3. The Bride 50 3. White Bougere 50 3. White Maman Cochet. . .50 3. HYBRID TEAS. Cherry Ripe Duchess of Albany (Red La France) Helen Gould (Balduin) , Kaiserin .\ugusta Vic- toria La Detroit Mile. Helene Gambler.. Meteor 50 Striped La France 50 %-in 4-ln. 100 1000 100 »3. J25. $ 8. 3. 23. S. 3. 25. 1 3. 27V4 3. 25. 3. 25. 3. 25. D. 3. 25. 3. 27% 3. 25. 8. 3. 27V6 8. 3. 25. .50 .50 .50 .50 .50 3% 3. 3Vi 3. 3. HYBRID PERPETUAUS. .85 .50 .50 .50 .50 .60 1.00 .60 .50 .60 .60 .50 .50 ,50 .60 .\merican Beauty Anna de Diesbach Ball of Snow (Boule de Neige) Clio Cociuette des Alpes Dinsmore Frau Karl Druschki.... Giant of Battles Gloire Lyonnaise La Reine Madame Charles Wood. Madame Masson Madame Plantier Magna Charta Paul Neyron Ulrich Brunner 76 Vlck's Caprice 60 CUMBERS. Climbing Clothllde Sou- pert 50 Climbing Meteor 50 Cloth of Gold (Chroma- tella) 50 Empress of China 50 James Sprunt 50 Lamarque 50 Marechal Nlel 50 Mary Washington 50 Reine Marie Henrlette.. .50 Solfatare 50 i HARDY CUMBERS Baltimore Belle 60 i Crimson Rambler 50 c Debutante 60 'i Dorothy Perkins ...... .50 3 Keystone 60 2 Lady Gay 50 2 Manda's Triumph 50 S Philadelphia Rambler. . .60 ;; Pink Rambler (Euphro- syne) Prairie Queen Seven Sisters South Orange Perfection Sweetheart 60 Tennessee Belle 50 Universal Favorite 50 White Rambler (Thalia) .50 Wichuraiana (White Me- morial 50 : »nscEi,i,AVEors. Aennchen Mueller (Anny Muller) Catherine Zeimet (White Baby) Gruss an Teplltz (V. R. Coxe) Henri Martin (Red Moss) Mousseline (White Moss) Mrs. Degraw (Bourbon) 6. 314 3% 3% 3% 4. 7. 3% 3% 4. 4. 3% 3% 3% 3% 3V4 .50 ,50 .50 .50 .50 .50 3. 25. 35. 25. 25. 25. 27% 27% 27 Vj 30. 27% 30. 27% 27% 60. 30. 30. 30. 30. 35. 60. 30. 30. 36. 35. 30. 30. 30. 30. 60. 35. 27% 25. 26. 26, 30, 25. 25. 25. 25, 26. 25. 25. 25. 25. 25. 25. 25. 26. 25. 25, 25. 25. % 30. .50 3. 27% .76 414 40. .75 4% 40, .50 3. 27% 7. 7. 7. 10. S. i^^TLEEDLE^^^ igio. The American Florist. 65 TRADE LIST Ferns, Boston and Scotli. From 3 in pots. Si W per lOJ Funkia, varicgata, strong plants. 4V^-in. pots. S'.OO per dozen. Clematis, large flowering varieties. 2 year- old plants: Jai kma-'i, Henryi. Mnie. Veil lard. *3.0D per do?en. Clematis, paniculata. strong plants. ^'10 00 per on; 3-in pots .*\00 per KX). Dracena Indivisa 4-inch pots. SIO.OO per 100. GeraiUam, Mrs. Parker, 3-in. pots $5.00 per ICO Passiflora coe'-ulea 3in pots .$'•'^0 per lOX Ptordti, 4-in. pots. .^1 00 per dozen. Plants (rnm a^'-in. pots. SiiOper 100; Achyrantlies, Lobelias, double and sinele blue; Parlorlvy, Vlnca viricfaia Moonvine ihe true larg' fl' w^-ri^y white variety ; A^er- atom, b ue; Salvia, Bonfire. Zurich; Coleus, Vrrschaffeliii. Golden Bedder, Queen \'ic- toria Quadricolor. Stock from 3-in. pots. ?4 00 per 100. Gera- niums, as*t varieties, single and double; Geraninmo, Kn«p and Nutmeg; Lantana, Le Naine; Feverfew. The Rem; Ivy. Hady English; Euonymus. radicans and Golden Variegated Boncysuckle, Woodbine and Halleana 4 in po's *! .5i per d->z. Rooted Cu'tinps :¥1<0 per lOO Salvias, Bonfiie and Zurch; Coleiis. Versch^ffelli G' Id- n Bf(^de» Queen Victoria. Quadricolor; Achyranthes. Lirderi : Carnation Naroleon III. Best hardy e^er blooming, crimson flowers. 2H-in. pots, ."^^.CO per 100. C. EISELE. 11ih and Weslmoreland Sts. Philadelphia, Pa. GOOD, GLEAN, HEALTHY 2-inch Stock We have the following in surplus stock, a few thousand to dispose of: ROSES Per 100 Per 1000 Maid and Bride $3.00 $20.00 Mrs. Jardine 4.00 35.00 Bench Richmond 4.00 30.00 J. A. Budlong, 37-39 Randolph street, CHICAGO. Neph. Whilmani 2Vi-in S.OOperlOO MAGNinCA (new). 2Vi-in .. 25.00 per 100 Boston Ferns ll^oiTpe^ 100. Henry H. Barrows & Son, Whitman, Mass. Newport, R. I. The Horticultural Society had an un- usually well attended meeting on the evening of April 12 to hear a talk on orchids by E. O. Orpet of I^ancaster, Mass. He had with him about a dozen varieties of cut flowers from ills most choice hybrid orchids which were very much admired, and his address, which was full of information, was very favorably commented on. A standing vote of thanks was given him at the close. At the same meeting a specimen amaryllis was exhibited by Paul Valquardson, gardener to Mrs. W. G. Wild; there were 21 large flow- ers in good condition on three spikes that came from the same bulb. This was awarded a silver medal for supe- rior culture. John T. Allan, gardener for J. R. Drexel, had also on exhibi- tion a seedling amaryllis of his own raising which he has named Miss Alice Grafted Rose Stock Killarney, White Killarney, Bride, Bridesmaid ■ and My Maryland, 2'4.in. stock, $15.00 per 100; $125,00 per 1000. GHARLES H. TOTTY, Madison, N. J. Geraniums Colevs 100 1000 8 varieties, my selection. 2H-in. pots. $3 00 $25 00 8 varieties, 3 in. pots 4 CO Asp. Sprengerl seedlinsrs 1 00 7 00 Asp. Sprengeri, .li^ in. pots 2 00 lOO 10 varieties 2i4-in.pots 2 00 Double Petunias, Si-edlings 2 50 10 van. ti.sof Cannas,3^2 in. pois 4 00 400 Asp. Plumosus, 2'4 in pocs 2 00 Altemantberas, red and yellow 2 00 -Cash, No C. O. D.- JOS. H. CUNNINGHAIVI, Delaware, O. Just Arrived. Fresh Stock. Cattleya Trianae, said by customers to be the Gaskelllana *40.00 per case hP' St importation ever received $40.00 per case Oncidium Varicosiun Rogersii Cattleya Labiata ..$125.00 per lOO; S 8.U0per doz $125 (jO per lOti; $18.00 per doz. All ready to ship now. G. L. FREEMAN CO., Successors to G. L. Freeman, Fall River, Mass. ORCHID PEAT, (Osmunda Fibre) Finest quality, hand cleaned, free from sticks and dirt. In chunks or handpicked ready for use. ALso Rotted and Azalea Peats, Leaf Mold, Live or Baled Sphagnum Moss. Prices and samples on application. THE C. W. BROWNELL CO., WALDEN, N. Y. ORCHIDS... Largest Importers, Exporters, Growers, and Hybridists in the World. SANDER, St. Albans, En^. NEW YORK OFFICE: T. MEUSTROM, Room 1, 235 Broadway. Agent. Orchids i^ Arrived tn fine condition: Cattlera War nerii. C. Harrisontae. C. Gaskelliaaa and C Gieas (Hardyaoa typ^): also Deodrobium Phalxnopsis ScbroederiaDum and Odooto- rlossum luteo-purpureum. \M,tt 6c Hnrrell, Summit, N. J. ASPARAGUS, Robustus ,3-inrh strong $5.00 per 100. Per 100 Asparagus, Spreneen. 3 inch strong $5 00 Smilax, 2' in. strong 3 00 Vlncn Var., 2H- 3. 4 in $< 00 S5 00. 9 00 Geraniums. Heterantlie and J. Doyle. 4 in... 7 00 Dormant Canna Roots, Allemania. Penn- sylvania. Kale Gray 2 50 Kine Humbert New York 5 00 WEST END GREENHOUSES, Hans Schmalzl, Prop. Lincoln, 111. Drexel. The color of it is a very striking shade of scarlet, extra good under artificial light. It was also awarded the society's silver medal. William Miller succeeds Andrew J. Pow as gardener to Mrs. Cornelius Vanderbilt at The Breakers. The 4 TEW GOOD THI^fGS YOl WANT. Rex Begonia, 2-in $5.00 per UM. Asparagus Sprengeri, 3 in. $5.00 per 100 Geraniums, Nutt Doyle. Ferkini. Grant, L» Favorite. R C. $1.25; 2-in. pots. $2.00: 3-in., $4 00 per 100; Viaud, Castellane, Poitevine, Jaulin. Ricard. Buchner. R. C. $1.50: 2-in. pots. $2 50; 3 in. $5.00 per 100; Mme. Sallerol. 2-in. $3.00 per too Asparagus Plumosus, 2-in. $3.00 per 100: 3-ln.. $5 00 per too. Cut Ironds 25c per bunch- Boston Ferns, 5-in 25c each, Wbltmanl Ferns. 4 in. 25c each Vlnca Var.. 2-in. $2.on per 100. Dracena Ind., .Vin.. .SS.cO: 4-in.. SIO.CO per 100. Coleus a- d Altemanthera. rf d and yellow; Ver- benas, Heliotrope, Cigar Plant, Scarlet Sage. Zurich, always in bloom. 2-in., HI CO per lOu. Cash with order. No C. O. D. All shipments at risk ol purchasers after being deliyered to the ei press companies properly packed in good order GEO. M. EMMANS, Newton, N. J. Mention the American Florist when writing We have changed our domicile from Secau- cus, N. J., to Mamaroneck. N. Y. We are largest collectors and importers of Orchids and are now booking orders for all the com mercial Cattleyas for delivery next sprint CARRILLO & BALDWIN, Mamaroneck, N. Y. change took place April 15. Mr. Miller has been a greenhouse man there for many years. 652 The American Florist. April 2j, Index to Advertisers Advance Co The VI Akron Mch Co VI Allen J K 635 American Spawn Co. 642 AmlingE C 631 Anderson Flo Co 639 Anderson S A 638 Andorra Nurseries... 645 Aphine Mfg Co 634 Ascnmann Godfrey. .650 Atlanta Floral Co... 637 .^UBspurger D & Son657 Baer Julius 638 Barrows H H & Son. 651 Bassett & Washburn 629 648 Baur Window Glass Co 6.ick Br35 Ready Reference 653 Reed& Keller V Rrgan Print House 66" Reimers M D (-37 Reinberg Geo 648 Rein berg Peter 6.8 Rice Bros 632 Rock WL Co 639 Robinson Henry M Co 636 Rohnert Waldo 641 Routzahn Seed Co. ..IV Sander & Son 651 Schmalz Hans 6-1 Schmidt J C 650 Schulz Jacob (.39 Shaffer Geo C (38 Sharp Partridge &C0VI Sheridan W F 635 Skidelskv & Irwin., .(ill Smith A W &Co....(,37 Smith Elmer D& Co64S Smith Gurdon B 639 Smith Henrv 639 Smith Wm C 632 Smith W &T Co.... I Smits Jacs t Thompson Car Co. 649 ThomsonWm&Son..t>57 Thorburn JM&C0...IV Totty Chas H 651 Traendlv&Schenck.(K55 U S Rocking Grate Bar Co 652 Van Zanten Bros... 641 Vaughan's SeedStore I IV«, 643f47 649(>61 Vaughan & Sperry..630 Vick & Hill Co IV Vick's Sons Jas (41 Vincent R Jr.. I 642 6«9 Virgin UJ 638 Vosters S A & Son3.r>44 Wagner Park Cons.. 661 Waite LJ (63 Weeber & Don I v^ Weiland& dinger.. 652 Weiland &Risch....63l Welch Bros 632 Wietor Bros 629 631 WilksSMfg Co 658 Wilson RobtG 638 Withers John T 644 Wittbold Geo Co. .638 Wolf John 638 Wolfskin J W 637 Wood Bros 648 WredeH IV Yokohama Nurs Co. 634 Young & Nugent 635 V^oungs (»39 Zangen O V IV Zech & Mann 628 Zvolanek Anton IV Gold Letters Gammed Gold and rnrpie Letten. For inscriptions on Floral DesiKOi. Best and Cheapest on the Market, Send for samples and prices. J. LICHTENBERGER. 1566 Avenue A, NXW YORK. Telephone: Lenox 5644 Orixo G^i-ato I>oe:s» It! Saves 10 to 25% of the coal your boiler is using. Positive guarantee given Send for circular "N" and our famous Lecture on Combustion. U. S. ROCKING GRATE BAR CO., 77 Jackson Boulevard, GHIGAGO. Steam Traps The Morehead Return Steam Trap is specially designed and constructed for greenhouse steam heating plants. It fills the dual capacity of steam trap and feed water pump. It will create conditions enabling the florist to grow better flowers; save on fuel, water and labor bills, and derive general all around satisfaction from the installation. Send for "Florist Trap Book." MOREHEAD M'F'G. GO., Dept. N, Detroit, Mich. No-w Minimum Shade. Less Expensive to Erect Than Wood. I«s^ T'1^G> O'iixr© Maximum ,,. _ — , Strength. Riiig Iroii Framc. "ASK THE MAN WHO HAS ONZ" Cochrane & McKay. Chicaeo. III., two 21 ft. by 141 ft. H. E. Asplin Rocky River. O.. 54 ft. by 175 ft. Wm. Kriegler LansiDg. Mich . 28 ft. by 100 ft. C. F. Maler. Denver, Colo., two 2l ft. bv lOU ft. F. Tegerler. Denver. Colo.. 25 »t. by 125 ft. C Brehmer. Chillicothe. O.. 42 ft. by 175 ft. F. Witthuhn. Cleveland. O.. 30 ft. by 66 ft. F. F. Crump. Colorado Springi, Colo.. 21 ft. by 150 ft. F. Holberg. Denver. Colo,. three 25 ft by 125 ft. Walla Walla Floral Co., Walla Walla. Wash.. two 32 ft. bv 100 ft. I King Construction Co , North Tonawanda, N. Y. igio. The American Florist. 653 Ready Reference Section. 10 CENTS PER LINE, NET; ACHYRANTHES. Achyranthes Lindenll. narrow pointed leaf variety' rooted cuttings, $10 per 1,000. A No. 1 stock. H. Heepe'a Song. Akron. O. AGERATUMS. Ageratum Princess Pauline, 2-ln., 2c. J. L. Schiller. 929 Prouty Ave., Toledo, O. AITERNANTHERAS. Alternantheras. strong rooted cuttings. P. major, red, 50o per 100; $4 per 1.000: A. nana, yellow, 50c per 100; $4 per 1.000; Brilllantlsslma, best red. 60c per 100; $5 per 1,000. R. R. Davis & Co.. Morrison. 111. Alternantheras, strong, well-rooted cut- tings, red or yellow. 50c per 100; |4 per 1,000. Brilllantlsslma, 60c per 100; $5 per l.OOO J. W. Davis, 225 W 16th St, Dav- €nport la. Alternantheras red and yellow. 2-in.. $2 per 100; $18.60 per 1.000. R.Vincent. Jr., & Sons Co.. White Marsh. Md Alternantheras. 2-ln., $2 per 100. Geo. M. Emmans. Newton, N. J. Alternantheras, red and yel., $2 per 100. Jos. H. Cunningham. Delaware. O. AMPELOPSIS. Ampelopsls Veltchill, 2-yr., $1.75 per doz. ; $12 per 100; 3-yr., $2 per doz., $16 per 100. Vaughan's Seed Store Chicago and New York ALYSSUM. Alyssum. dwarf and giant, dbl., 2-ln., $2 per 100; $18.50 per 1.000; 3-ln.. $3. R. Vincent, Jr.. & Sons Co., White Marsh. Md . Alyssum. double giant and dwarf, strong, 2Vi-ln., $2 per 100. Mosbaek Greenhouse Co.. Onarga. 111. Alyssum, 2%-ln.. $2 per 100; 300 for $5. J. C. Schmidt. Bristol, Pa. ANTIRRHINUM. Antirrhinums, dwarf majus nanum, from seed bed, Ic each; 2%-ln., $2 per 100. Mos- baek Greenhouse Co.. Onarga, 111. AR \UAS. Aralla elegantlsslma. 5-ln., $1 each; 6-ln., $1.60 Vaughan's Seed Store, Chicago and New York. ASPARAGUS. Asparagus Sprengerl. ready for 4-!n., 1st »lze, $6 per 100; 2nd size, $3.60. Plumosus, rose po;s, $25 per 1.000. A. M. Herr, Lan- caster. Pa. Asparagus Sprengerl. 214-ln.. $3 per 100; $26 per 1,000; 3-ln., $5 per 100; $45 per 1,000; 4-ln., $10 per 100. Vaughan's Seed Store. Chicago and New York. Asparagus plumosus. 2^4-ln.. $3 per 100; Sprengerl, 2%-ln., $2 per 100; 3-ln., $5; 4-in., $10. Mosbaek Greenhouse Co., Onarga, 111. Asparagus plumosus, 2-yr. clumps. 15c; 2-ln. pots, $2.25 per 100; $20 per 1,000. W. W. Coles. Kokomo. Ind. Asparagus Sprengerl. strong seedlings. 80c per 100, prepaid, $6 per 1,000. J. L. Schiller, Toledo. O. Asparagus plumosus nanus, 2H-ln. pots, strong plants. $2 per 100. Grand Rapids Greenhouse Co.. Grand Rapids. Mich. Asparagus Sprengerl Seedlings. $1 per 100; $7 per 1,000. Plumosus. 2%-ln.. $2 per 100. Jos. H. Cunningham. Delaware. O. Asparagus plumosus, 4-ln., extra fine large plants. $8 per 100. Scharff Bros.. Van Wert. Ohio Asparagus Sprengerl. 3-ln., $5 per 100. Plumosus. 2-ln.. $3; 3-ln., $5 per 100. Geo. M. Emmans. Newton, N. J. Asparagus plumosus nanus, from 3-in. pots, $5 per 100; $45 per 1,000. Floral Hill Gardens. G. F. Neipp. Prop.. Chatham. N. J. Asparagus Sprengerl. 3-in., $6 per 100; robustus. 3-in., $5, West End Greenhouses, Lincoln. 111. Asparagus Sprengerl. 2H-ln.. $2 per 100; 800 for $5. J. C. Schmidt, Bristol, Pa. Asparagus Sprengerl, 3-in, $4 per 100. Poehlmann Bros. Co., Morton Grove, 111. ASTERS. Asters. Queen of the Market. Vick's New Upright. In Imperial, Purity and Daybreak, Non Lateral Branching in pink, white, rose, light blue, lavender and crimson, 2^ -in.. $2 per 100. Mosbaek Greenhouse Co.. Onarga, 111 . Asters. Vick's early and late, transp., 2-ln., $2 per 100; $18.50 per 1,000. R. Vincent. Jr.. & Sons Co., White Marsh. Md. AUCUBAS. Aucubas Japonica var., 18-ln., 65c each; $5 per doz.; 24 to 30 Ins., $1.50 each; $15 per doz. Japonica type. 18 Ins., $1 each; $10 per doz. Vaughan's Seed Store. Chicago and New York. Aucubas. N. J. Bobblnk & Atkins. Rutherford, AZALEAS. Azalea mollis. 15 to 20 buds. 50c each; $5 per doz.; $40 per 100; 40 to 60 buds. $1 each; $10 per doz. Vaughan's Seed Store. Chicago and New York. Azaleas. Jacs Smits. Naarden. Holland. BAY TREES Bay trees, 26 to 40- In. heads. "Winterson's Seed Store. 45 Wabash Ave.. Chicago. Bay trees. Bobbink & Atkins, Rutherford, N. J. BEDDING PLANTS. Bedding stock. 2V^-ln., $3 per 100: Achy- ranthes. lobelia, parlor ivy, vincas, moon- vine, ageratum. salvia, coleus. Stock from 3-in., $4 per 100: Geraniums, daisies, Ian- tanas, feverfew, ivy geranium, English ivy, euonymus. Rooted cuttings, $1 per 100: Salvias, coleus, Achyranthes Lindeni, parlor ivy. C. Elsele, 11th and Westmoreland Sts., Philadelphia. BEGONIAS. Begonias, tuberous rooted, separate colors, single, $2.50 per 100; double, $4.50 per 100. Caladlum esculentum, 6-9. $3 per 100; 9-12. $6 per 100. Gloxinias, mixed colors, $3.50 per 100; separate, $4.50 per 100. F. R. Pier- son Co.. Tarrytown-on-Hudson, N. Y. Begonia Gloire de Lorraine and Agatha, $15 per 100; $140 per 1.000. Turnford Hall, $20 per 100. Pres. Taft. $20 per 100. J. A. Peterson. Westwood. Cincinnati, O. Begonia Lorraine and Agatha, 2%-ln., twice transplanted. $12 per 100; In 500 lots, $50 the 500. Julius Roehrs Co., Rutherford, N. J. Begonia Adolf Menzel. 2J4-ln.. $2 per doz. Vaughan's Seed Store, Chicago and N. Y. Rex begonias, 2-ln., $5 per 100. Geo. M. Emmans, Newton. N. J. BOXWOOD. Boxtrees. bush, 15-18 Ins., $4 per doz.; 20-24 Ins.. %% per doz. Vaughan's Seed Store. Chicago and New York. Boxwood. Bobblnk & Atkins, Rutherford, N. J. Box trees, all sizes. Ask for special list. Julius Roehrs Co.. Rutherford. N. J. BULBS, Bulbs, tuberoses, dwarf Pearl. 1st size. 4-6 Ins., 90c per 100; $7.50 per 1,000; $35 per 6,000; 3-4 In., 60o per 100; $4 per 1,000: $17.60 per 6,000. Caladlum esculentum. 6-7 Ins.. 35c per doz.; $2 per 100; $17 per 1.000; 7-9 Ins.. 60c per doz.; $3.60 per 100; $30 per 1.000; 9-12 In., 85c per doz.; $6 per 100; 11-12 Ins., $1.50 per doz.; $10 per 100; 12 Ins. up, $1.76 per doz.; $14 per 100. Gladi- olus. America. $3.50 per 100; $30 per 1.000; Augusta, $1.76 per 100; $16 per 1,000; Brenchleyensis, $1.46 per 100; $11.60 per 1.000; Mme. Monneret. $2.25 per 100; $20 per 1.000; Shakespeare. $4.26 per 100; $38 per l.otO; Vaughan's Florist mixture. $1.75 per 100; $16 per 1.000. Begonias. Gloxinias, hardy lilies, LlUum Harrlsli. vaughan's Seed Store. Chicago and New York. Gladiolus Alice Carey, the best white In cultivation. No. 1 bulbs, $5 per 100; $40 per 1.000. America. No. 1, $4 per 100; $30 per 1.000. Golden Nugget, best bright yellow, $1.50 per doz.; $10 per 100. Princeps, $1.25 per doz.; $8 per 100. List free. E. Y. Teas Co.. Centervllle. Ind. Bulbs. Llllum auratum, 8-9 In., 130 to case, $4.50 per case. L. speciosum albums, 8-9 In.. 220 to case. $13 per case. Cycas stems, % lb., 300 lbs. to case, $16.50 per case. Yokohama Nursery Co.. Ltd.. 31 Bar- clay St.. New York. Bulbs. Gladiolus. Brenchleyensis, May, Ceres, Isaac Buchanan, Pactoll. La Marck. Cinnamon vines. lilies, Iris, oxalls. E. S. Miller, Wading River, L. I., N. Y. Bulbs, Lllium longlflorum multi., 7-9, $50 per 1000. GIganteum. 7-9. $65. Formosum. 7-9. $65. Buds 76 Barclay St., New York. Bulbs, hyacinths, tulips, narcissus, crocus, splreas. gladiolus, peonies, etc. Van Zanten Bros.. Hillegom. Holland. Bulbs. Tuberose Armstrong, $1.S0 per 100; $16 per 1.000. F. Dorner & Sons Co.. La Fayette. Ind. Chinese sacred lilies. $3 per 100; $25 per 1.000. Dingee & Conard Co.. West Grove. Pa^ Bulbs, all florists' varieties. H. E. Fiske Seed Co.. Faneuil Hall Square, Boston. Bulbs, Callas. Berrydale Exp. Gardens, Holland. Mich. CANNA&. Cannas, Buttercup, B. de Poltevlne. F. Vaughan, Plerson's Premier, BohallloB, Robt. Christie, Souv. d'A. Crozy. Pennsyl- vania, Crimson Bedder, F. Benary. $3 per 100; $25 per 1,000. Golden King. Mile. Berat. L. Patry. Austria. Robusta. $2 per 100; $16 per 1,000. King Humbert and Tar- rytown, $8 per 100. F. R, Plerson Co., Tar- rytown-on-Hudson. N. Y. Cannas. 3-ln. pots. Jean Tissot, Pres. Mey- ers. Pennsylvania. Buttercup. Louisiana, F. Vaughan. Egandale. Alp. Bouvler 75c per doz.; $3 per 100; $25 per 1.000. Dormant roots same vars.. $2 per 100; $12 per 1.000. King Humbert. 3-in., $6 per 100. R. Vln- vent. Jr., & Sons Co., White Marsh, Md. Cannas. King Humbert. Chas. Henderson. Ex. Crampbell, Mme. Crozy, A. Bouvler, Mile. Berat, F. Vaughan. Souv. de A. Crozy. W C. Beckert. 103 Federal St., Northslde. Pittsburg, Pa. Cannas, Allemania, Pennsylvania, Kate Gray. $2.50 per 100. West End Greenhouses. Lincoln. 111. It You Do Not Find What You Need In Our Ready Reference Departinent, Write Us Aliout It. 654 The American Florist. April 23, Cannas. A good assortment of line bulbs. Write if interested. Mosbaek Greenhouse Co. , Qnarga, 111. Cannas, 10 vars., 3Vi-in., $4 per 100. Jos. H. Cunningham. Delaware. Q. CACTI. Cacti. Over 100 varieties of cacti, from $7 per 100 up. Write for free 2S-page cata- logue, and prices to the trade. Also Mexi- can Resurrection plants. The Francis E. Lester Company. Dept. L. S., Mesilla Park, N. IM. CARNATIONS. Carnations, Conquest, Sangamo, Mary Tol- man. $12 per 100; JlOO per 1,000. White Enchantress. White Perfection, Daybreak Lawson, Rose Pink Etichantress, Winona, Winsor, Splendor. Afterglow. Lawson-En- chantress. Beacon. Victory. Andrew Carne- gie, $3 per 100; $25 per 1.000. Enchantress, $2.50 per 100; $20 per 1,000. May Day. $6 per 100; $50 per 1,000. Alvina. $5 per 100; $45 per 1.000. O. P. Bassett. $6 per 100; $60 per 1.000. Gov. Deneen. $5 per 100; $45 per 1.000. Chicago Carnation Co.. Joliet. 111. Carnations. Scarlet Glow. $12 per 100; $100 per 1,000. Pink Delight. $6 per 100; $50 per 1.000. W. Perfection. R. P. En- chantress. Winona. W. Enchantress. $3 per 100; $25 per 1,000. F. Dorner & Sons Co., L,a Fayette. Ind. Carnations. White Enchantress. $3 per 100; $25 per 1,000. Rose Pink Enchantress. $2.50 per 100; $20 per 1.000. J. D. Thompson Carnation Co.. Joliet, 111. Carnations. R. C. $2 per 100. Elbon. Bos- ton Market. Napoleon III. 2H-in.. $3 per 100. C. Elsele. 11th and Westmoreland Sts.. Philadelphia. Carnations. Wood Bros.. Fishkill, N. Y. CHRYSANTHEMUMS. CHRYSANTHEMUMS. White. Per 100 Oct. Frost $2.00 Estelle 2.00 Polly Rose 2.00 Robinson 2.00 W. Chadwick.. 3.00 Merry Xmas... 2.00 Yanoma 2.00 Mrs. Buckbee.. 2.50 Snow Queen. . . 2.50 White Ivory.... 2.00 C. Touset 2.00 WIETOR 51 Wabash Ave. R. C. Ready Now. Pink. Per 100 Pink Ivory 2.00 Rosiere 2.00 Dr. Enguehard. 2.00 Yellow. .. Per 100 Monrovia $2.00 Robt. Halliday. 2.50 Golden Beauty. 2.50 Golden Glow. . . 3.00 Red. Per 100 Intensity $2.00 Black Hawk... 2.00 BROS. Chicago. Chrysanthemums, rooted cuttings. White. Lynwood Hall, Touset. Alice Byron. T. Ea- ton. Chadwick. J. Nonin. Ivory, Desjonis. Baby Margaret. Pink. Amorita (very early). Glory of Pacific. M. Dean. Mary Mann. Ro- sette. Pink Ivory, Yellow. Golden Glow (very early). M. Bonnaffon. Y. Eaton, Cremo. Robt. Halliday. Golden Eagle. Yel- low Jones. Baby. Golden Chadwick. Write for price list. Wm. Swayne. Kennett Square. Pa. Chrysanthemums. Oct. Frost. Kalb, Touset, Byron. Wanamaker. W. Cloud. Nonln, Bal- four. Enguehard. G. Glow. Monrovia. Oct. Sunshine. Appleton. Halliday. Bonnaffon. $2 per 100; $15 per 1.000. V. Poehlmann, T. Baton W. Chadwick Y. Eaton, $2.50 per 100; $20 per 1.000. Golden Chadwick. $3 per 100: $25 per 1.000. J. D. Thompson Carnation Co.. Joliet. 111. THE BIG LBADE-RS. Pres. Tatt (glisten- ing curly white); Gloria (the Enchantress); Mrs. W. B. Kelley (yellow); also the Xmas dollar makers, J. Rosette and Golden Chad- wick, plants, $4; R. C. $3. Frost, Early Snow. Touset. B. May. Nonln. Shaw, En- guehard. plants, $2.60; R. C, $1.50. Prime stock, guaranteed. Cash only. The Union City Greenhouses, Union City. Pa. Gloria, a large early Enchantress pink mum. Pres. Taft. a large glittering white midseason. both have stems and foliage un- surpassed. R. C. prepaid, 25, $1; 100. $3.76. Gloria. 2«!-In.. $6 per 100. Chas. Frost. Kenllworth. N. J. Chrysanthemums, Golden Glow. Poehl- mann, Desjonis, Pacific Supreme. Roosevelt. Nonln. Estelle. Monrovia, etc.. 20 best va- rieties, strong rooted cuttings. $1 per 100; list. Edward W^allls. Atco, N. J. Chrysanthemums. Dolly Dimple. Patty. Merry Jane. $1.50 per doz. ; $10 per 100. F. Dorner & Sons Co.. La Fayette, Ind. Gloria. Pres. Taft. Mrs. w. E. Kelley. 2-In.. 6c. Bonnaffon. White Bonnaffon. 2-ln., 3c. J. L. Schiller, Toledo. O. Chrysanthemums. We have 75 varieties. Including singles and pompons. $15 per 1,000. "Enough Sed." Ehmann's. Corfu. N. Y. Chrysanthemum Helen Frlck. 2 14 -In.. $10 per 100; rooted cuttings. $8; unrooted, $S. Henry Elchholz, Waynesboro. Pa. Chrysanthemum novelties. Totty. Madison, N. J. Charles H. Chrysanthemums. CroinweU, Conn. A. N. Plerson Inc.. Chrysanthemums, Bros., Fishkill. N. leading Y. vars. Wood Chrysanthemums. Adrian. Mich. Elmer D. Smith & Co.. CINERARIAS. Cinerarias. 2 'A -in J. C. Schmidt. Bris . $2 per tol, Pa. 100; 300 tor 55. CLEMATISu Clematis paniculata, 2-yr., J1.50 per doz.; $10 per 100; $90 per 1,000; 3-yr., $2 per doz.; $15 per 100; 4-yr., $3.60 per doz.; $25 per 100. Vaughan's Seed Store. Chicago and New York. Clematis, 2-yr., Jackmani, Henry i. Mme. Veillard. $3 per doz. Paniculata, $10 per 100; 3-in., $5 per lOU. C. Eisele. 11th and Westmoreland Sts., Phil ade lphia. Clematis paniculata, field-grown, 1-yr., 5c; 2-yr., Sc. Dingee & Conard Co.. W. Grove. Pa. COLEUSES. Coleus, G. Bedder and Verschaffeltii, 2-in., $2 per 100; $18.50 per 1,000; 3-in., $3. R. Vincent, Jr.. & Sons Co.. Whit^Marsh.Md, Coleus, 2-in., $2 per 100. Newton, N. J. Geo. M. Emmans, Coleus, 10 best kinds from 2-in., 2c. J. L. Schiller. Toledo. O. Coleus. 10 var., 2^ -In.. $2 per 100. Jos. H. Cunningham. Delaware. O. Coleus, 16 kinds, 2^-in., $2 per 100. Mos- baek Greenhouse Co., Qnarga, 111. Coleus. J. L. Dillon. Bloomsburg. Pa. CROTONS. Crotons, 3-in., 20c each; $2 per doz.; 4-in., 35c each; $3.50 per doz.; 5-in., 50c each; $6 per doz.; 6-in., $1 each; $10 per doz. Vaugh- an's Seed Store. Chicago and New York. CYCLAMENS. Cyclamens, finest stock, in separate col- ors, 3M:-in. pots, $10 per 100. Julius Koehrs Co.. Rutherford. N. J^ DAHLIAS. Dahlias, six novelties of special merit. Corona, Charles Clayton, W. K. Jewett, Manitou, Princess Yetive, The Baron, other novelties and the best standard varieties. The best is the cheapest. Prices reasonable and fair dealing guaranteed. Hollyhocks and other hardy plants. Catalogue. W. W. Wilmore, Box 382, Denver, Colo. Dahlias, Black Beauty, Elegante. $3 per 100; Arabella, Earl of Pembroke, $4 per 100; field-grown, undivided roots. Order today. Wagner Park Conservatories, Sid- ney, Ohio- Ohio dahlia, field roots, 75c each; $8.50 per doz. J. M. McCuUough's Sons Co., 316 Walnut St., Cincinnati. O. Dahlias. R. Vincent, Jr.. & Sons Co., White Marsh, Md. Dahlias, Pape & Bergmann, Quedlinburg, Germany. DAISIES. Daisies, $2 per 1,000. J. C. Schmidt, Bris- tol. Pa^ DEUTZIAS. Deutzia Lemoinei. 7-In., 25c each; $2.60 per doz.; $20 per 100. Vaughan's Seed Store. Chicago and New York. DRACENAS. Dracena indivlsa. from 2Vi-in. pots; pot bound, $3.50 per 100. Calla lilies, in 6-In. pots, $12 per 100. Frank J. Reppa, 19 N. Vermont St.. N e w York. Dracena indivlsa. 4-ln.. $10 per 100. C. Eisele. 11th and Westmoreland Sts.. Phila- delphia^ _^ Dracena indivlsa. 1-year, strong, bench grown, transplanted In Sept.. $1.60 per 100; $12 per 1.000. Cash. E . Fryer. Johnstown. Pa. Dracena indivlsa. perfect specimens, 30 to 36 ins. high. 5-in. pots, 25c each. John Irvine & Sons. Bay City. Mich. Dracena indivlsa. 4-m., 12c each. Mos- baek^ Dracena indivisa. 5 and 6-in., 30c and 50c each . John E. Sten, Red Wing, Minn. Dracenas. Bobbink & Atkins. Rutherford, N. J. Dracena Indivisa. 3-in., $5; 4-ln., $10 per lOii. Geo. M. Emmans. Newton. N. J. FERNS. FERNS FOR FERN DISHES. Extra strong, healthy, bushy, full-grown 2U-in. stock, guaranteed to please; assort- ment of 12 best varieties, $3 per 100- $25 per 1.000; 250 at 1,000 rate. CIBOTIUM SCHIEDEI, king of ferns, the pride of every flower store. Orders booked now for young stock for growing on. Ready March. April and May. J. F. Anderson. Fern Specialist. Short Hills. N. J. Ferns, assorted for dishes. 10 of the best varieties, strong, healthy, full grown plants, from 21,4 -in. pots. $3 per 100; $25 per 1.000; 3-in.. $6 per 100. Asparagus plumosus, 3- In. pots. $6 per 100; $60 per 1.000. Coco* Weddeliana. 2% -in. pots, 8 to 10 ins. high, $10 per 100; $85 per 1,000. Frank N. Esk- esen. Madison. K. J. Fern VV'hitmanl. 2%-ln.. 3c; $25 per 1.000. John A. Doyle, Springfield, u. Ferns. Amerpohli. Whltmanl, Piersoni and Boston. 2«.-in., $2.50 to $3 per 100; 4-ln., $6 per 100. Asparagus Sprengerl, field-grown, ready for 6-in. pots, $20 per 100. Metalrle Ridge Nursery Co.. Ltd.. 141 Carondelet St., New Orleans. La. Ferns. Improved Elegantlsslma. 4-In.. $3 per doz.; 6-in.. $9 per doz.; 8-In.. $12 to $1S per doz. Superbissima, 4-In., $3 per doz.; 6-ln.. $6 to $9 per doz.; 8-ln., $12 to $18 per doz. Boston, Piersoni, Whitmanl, Scottll, 6-In.. 56 per doz.; 8-in.. $12 per doz. F. R, Pierson Co.. Tarry town. N. Y. Ferns. Boston. 6-In., 76c each; $8 per doz.; $60 per 100; 7-In.. $1 each; $10 per doz.; $76 per 1.10; 8-in., $1.25 each; $14 per doz.; $100 per :00. Vaughan's Seed Store. Chl- cago and N.«w York. Nephrolepis. Whitmanl. 4-in. pots, 8c each; 3-in. pots. 5c each; 2^-in. pots. 3c each; 2 14 -In.. 2V^c each; runners, Ic. Ley & Bro., Highland. N. Y. Ferns for dishes, asst.. 2V4-In.. $3.50 per 100; $30 per 1.000. Frank Oechslln. 4911 Quincy St.. Chicago. Fern Nephrolepis Giatrasii. 2^4 -In.. $3.50 per doz.; $25 per 100; $200 per 1.000. George Glatras. 463 Summit Ave. . W. Hoboken, N. J. ~Ferns^ Boston and Scottii. 3-i'- $5 per 100. C. Eisele. 11th and Westmoreland Sts.. Philadelphia. Ferns, Boston, 3-in.. Sc each. Mosbaek Greenhouse Co.. Onarga. 111. Ferns. Boston. 3-In.. 26c each. Whitmanl, 4-in.. 25c. Geo. M. Emmans, Newton. N. J. Ferns. Whitmanl. 2VL-in.. $5 per 100. Henr y H. Barrows & Sons. Whitman. Mass. FEVERFEW. Feverfew. R. C. 76c per 100 prepald- Chas. Frost. Kenilworth, N. J. Feverfew, from seed bed, l^c; 2Vi-in., 3c. Mosbaek Greenhouse Co.. Onarga, III. ncus. Ficus eiastica. 22-24 Ins., $6 per doz.; $60 per 100. Frank Oechslin, 4911 Quincy St., Chicago. FUCHSIAS. Fuchsias, 6 vars.. 2-in.. $2 per 100; $18.60- per 1.000; 3-In.. $3. R. Vincent, Jr.. & Son* Co.. White Marsh. Md. GERANIUMS. Geraniums, strong 2-in. stock, Heteranthe. Nutt Jean Viaud, La Favorite. L'Aube. Hill, $2 per 100; $18 per 1,000. Our selection. $17 per 1.000. Pamela. $4 per 100. Anaataslft Lecadre. $3 per 100. Red Wing, the best novelty of the season. 25c each; $2.50 per doz. Write for geranium catalogue. F. H. DeWitt & Co., Wooster. Ohio. Geraniums, Nutt. Doyle. Perkins. Grant, La Favorite, R. C. $1.25; 2-ln.. $2; 3-In.. $4 per 100. Viaud. Castellane. Poltevlne. Jaulln. Ricard. Buchner. R. C. $1.60; 2-In.. $2.60: 3-in.. $5 per 100. Mme. Sallerol. 2-ln.. $3 per 100. G. M. Emmans. Newton. N. J. Geranium. Ricard. Nutt, Buchner, troro 2 and 2% -in. pots, extra fine lot of strong, cool grown plants. $2.26 per 100; $20 per 1.000; mixed. $2 per 100; $18 per 1,000. Well packed. J. R. Brooks. Oxford Depot, N. Y. Geraniums. Standard vars.. 2-in.. $2 per 100; $18.60 per 1.000; 3-in.. $3. Ivy leaved. 2-in.. $2 per 100; $18.60 per 1.000. R. Vln- cent. Jr.. & Sons Co.. White Marsh. Md. Geraniums. 8 vars.. 2%-ln.. $3 per 100; $25 per 1.000. Jos. H. Cunningham. Dela- ware. O. If YoQ Do Not Find Wtiat You Need in Our Ready Reference Department, Write ^ About It igio. 'The American Florist. 655 ROOTED GERANIUM CUTTINGS— Select- ed stock. Nutt (dark red), Grant (bright red), Poitevine (salmon), Viaud (pink), Buchner (white), Extra nice stock for de- livery May 1st, $12.50 per 1.000; $1.50 per $100. Cash. The W. T. Buckley Co.. Spring- field. 111. _^ Geraniums, standard varieties. 2 ^-in., 3c each, $25 per 1,000; 3-in., 6c each, $50 per 1,000; 4-in.. 10c each. $90 per 1,000. Mme. Salleroi, 3-in.. 4c. Mosbaek Greenhouse Co.. Onarga, 111. Geraniums. Mrs. Parker, 3-in.. $5 per 100. C. Eisele, 11th and Westmoreland Sts., Philadelphia. Geraniums. Heteranthe. Doyle. 4-In.. $7 per 100. West End Greenhouses, Lincoln, m Geraniums, apple. 2-in.. $2; 3-in.. $4 per 100. R. Vincent. Jr.. & Sons Co., White Marsh. Md. __^ Geraniums. R. C. Ricard. S. A. Nutt, $10 per 1,000. A. M. Herr. Lancaster. Pa. Geraniums. .^1.25 per TOO. Golden West Nurseries. Los Gates, Calif. GREENS. Greens .fancy and dagger ferns. $2.00 per 1.000. Galax, bronze and green. $1.25 per 1.000; 10,000. $7.50. Sphagnum Moss, large bales, $1.25; Leucothoe Sprays. $1 per 100; 1,000. $7.60. Boxwood. 35e per bunch. 50 lbs.. $8.50. Michigan Cut Flower Exchange. Inc.. 38-40 Broadway. Detroit. Mich. Greens, dagger and fancy ferns. $1.50 per 1,000. Bronze and green galax. $1 per $1,000; $8.50 per 10.000. Leucothoe Sprays. $1 per 1.000; $7.50 per 10.000. Henry M. Robinson & Co.. 15 Province St., Boston. Mass. Greens, southern wild smllax. Log mosses, natural and perpetuated. E. A. Beaven. Evergreen. Ala. Greens, hardy ferns. $1.40 per 1.000. Baled spruce for cemeteries. L. B. Brague & Son. Hinsdale. Mass. Greens, evergreen, fancy and dagger ferns, bronze and green galax. Geo. Cotsonas & Co., 33 W. 28th St., New York. Greens, cut palmetto and cycas leaves, galax, leucothoe, ferns, mosses, etc. Kervan Co., 113 W. 28th St.. New York. HARDY PLANTS. Hardy perennials. 2-in. pots. Delphinium Belladona. everblooming hardy larkspur. $3.50 per 100; $30 per 1,000. Dianthus Lat. atroc. fl. pL. everblooming, $2 per 100. Myosotis palustris seraperflorens, $2 per 100. Shasta daisy. $2 per 100. A. Hirschleber. Riverside. N. J. Dreer's hardy delphiniums. For varieties and prices see advertisement elsewhere in this Issue. Henry A. Dreer. Inc.. 714 Chest- nut St.. Philadelphia. Perennial phlox, named varieties, fleld- erown, $5 to $10 per 100. Mosbaek Green- house Co.. Onarga. III. Hardy perennial plants. For varieties and prices, see advertisement elsewhere in this Issue. Vaughan's Seed Store, Chicago and New York. Perennials. All of the moat desirable va- rieties. Let us know your wants. Wagner Park Conservatories. Sidney. O. Moonvlnes. 2 V4 in.. $5 per 100. Godfrey Aschmann, 1012 W. Ontario St.. Philadelphia. Perennials and other hardy plants. Pali- sades Nurseries, Inc.. Sparkhlll, N. Y. Herbaceous plants. Bobblnk & Atkins, Rutherford, N. J. HELIOTROPES. Heliotrope, Miss Bernlce, 2%-ln.. $8 per 100. Skldelsky & Irwin Co., 1215 Betz Bldg,, Philadelphia. Heliotrope, R. C, prepaid, 75c per 100. Chas. Frost. Kenllworth. N. J. Heliotrope. 2-in., $2 per 100. Geo. M. Em- mans. Newton. N. J. HOLLYHOCKS. Hollyhocks, double fleld-grown, true to color, strong stalk, red, white, pink, yellow, maroon and black: colors separate. Also Al- legheny or Everblooming In mixture $3 per 100; $25 per 1,000. Going fast. Order today. Cash. w. W. Wllmore, Box 382. Denver, Colo. Hollyhocks, double. In separate colors, out or 4-ln. pots, extra heavy and healthy. Price $8 per 100. A. L. MILLER. Florist and Nurseryman. Jamaica Ave.. Opp. Schenck Ave.. Brooklyn, N. Y. Hollyhocks, assorted, 2^4 -In., 3c. Mos- baek Greenhouse Co., Onarga, 111. HYDRANGEAS. Hydrangea Arborescens Grandlflora Alba. The true large flowering forcing variety, warranted true, 2^i-ln. pots, $3 per 100: 1- year field-grown, strong, 12 to 18 Inches, $6 per 100; $55 per 1,000. New trade list ready. Write for It today. The Good & Reese Co., The Largest Rose Growers In the World, Springfield, O. Hydrangea Arborescens Grandlflora. We have the largest stock of strong 2-year plants in America. Plants 2 to 3 feet, $2.60 per doz; $15 per 100; $140 per 1,000. Good plants, 15 to 20 Inches, $10 per 100. List free. E. Y. Teas, CentervlUe, Ind. Hydrangea Arborescens Grandlflora Alba (grown from stock obtained from The B. G. Hill Co.). Field grown 15 to 20 Ins., $7 per 100; $65 per 1.000; a smaller size, $5 per 100; 2%-ln., $3 per 100; $25 per 1.000. John A. Doyle, Springfield, O. Hydrangea Otaksa, rooted cuttings at $1.50 per 100. J. H. Flesser. Hamilton Ave., North Bergen. N. J. Hydrangea panlculata, grandl. 18 to 24 Ins., 6c; 2 to 3 ft., 9o. Dlngee & Conard Co.. West Grove. Pa. IVY. Ivy, hardy English, 4-in. pots, very bushy, 3 to 4 ft. tall, $15 per 100. John Reck & Son. Bridgeport. Conn. Ivy. German and parlor. 2-In.. $2 per 100. R. Vincent, Jr., & Sons Co., White Marsh, Md. English ivy. staked up. 4-in. pots, $10 per 100. Cash. John Irvine & Sons, Bay City. Mich . JERUSALEM CHERRIES. Solanum. Jerusalem, cherries, seedlings. Ic each. Mosbaek Greenhouse Co., Onarga, 111 . LANTANAS. Lantanas. 5 vars., 2-ln., $2 per 100; $18.50 per 1,000; 3-ln.. $3 per 100. R. Vincent, Jr., & Sons Co.. White Marsh. Md. LILACS. Lilacs. Jacs Smits. Naarden, Holland. LILY OF THE VALLEY. To Import. Lily of the valley. Jacs SmIts. Ltd., Naarden. Holland. Lily of the valley. Otto Mann, Leipzig. Saxony. Germany. rrom Storage. Lily of the valley, cold storage, 250, $3.50; per 1.000. $13. W. C. Beckert, Northslde, Pittsburg. Pa. Lily of the valley, H. N. Bruns, 3040 W. Madison St.. Chicago. Lily of the valley, cold storage. $12.50 per 1.000. Buds. 76 Barclay St.. New York. LOBELIA. Lobelia Kathleen, Mallard, and Newport Model. 2-ln., $2 per 100; $18.50 per 1.000. R. Vincent. Jr., & Sons Co., White Marsh, Md. ^^__ Lobelia Kathleen Mallard, 2-in., 2c. J. L. Schiller. Toledo. O. M YOSOTIS. Myosotis, early flowering, 3-in.. $4 per 100. M os baek Greenhouse Co., Onarga, III. MUSHROOM SPAWN. Mushroom Spawn. Lambert's Pure Cul- ture^ Americaji_Spawn_Co^^St^P^ Minn. Mushroom Spawn. Sure crop. $8 per 100 lbs. Weeber & Don. 114 Chambers St.. N. Y. NURSERY STOCK. Nursery stock, evergreens, shade and or- namental trees, shrubs, vines, trained dwarf and standard fruit trees, grape vines, small fruits. Bobblnk & Atkins. Rutherford, N. J. Nursery stock, blue spruce, berried plants, climbing plants, clematis, conifers, ever- greens, funklas, Japan maples, hydrangeas. Jacs Smits. Ltd., Naarden, Holland. Nursery stock, conifers, boxwoods, azaleas, rhododendrons, forest and fruit trees, hedge plants, etc. S. A. Vosters & Sons. RIei. Holland. Nursery stock. Clematis, ampelopsis, tree hydrangeas, lilacs, shrubs, vines and peren- nlals. Jackson & Perkins, Newark. N. Y. Nursery stock, large trees, oaks, maples, pines and hemlocks. Andorra Nurseries, Chestnut Hill, Philadelphia. Nursery stock arbor vltae (Thuya occl- dentalls), 3 to 4 ft.. 4 to 6 ft trees. The Wm. H. Moon Co.. Mor rlsvllle, Pa. Viburnum pUcatum, 2 to 3 ft., 12c. Dlngee & Conard Co.. West Grove, Pa. Nursery stock; ornamental treS and shrubs. W. & T. Smith Co.. Geneva, N. Y. ORCHIDS. " Orchids Importers, exporters, growers and hybridists. Sander, St. Albans. England New York oflice, room 1. 235 Broadway. Orchid peat, rotted azelea peat, leaf mold. live or baked sphagnum moss. C W Brownell Co.. Walden , N. Y. ' ' Orchids, Cattleya Trianae, labiata, Warnerl Dendrobiums, Oncidium V. Rogersii G L Freeman Co.. Fall River. Mass. Orchids, all commercial, cattleyas and novelties. Carlllo & Baldwin, Seacaucus. N. J. Orchids. Largest stock in the country. Julius Roehrs Co.. Rutherford, N. J. Orchids of all kinds. Lager & Hurrell Summit. N. J. PALMS. Palms. Kentias, In 2 14 -In. pots. $8 per 100; $76 per 1.000. Jackson & Perkins Co., Newark, N. Y. Palms. Kentias. Joseph Heacock Co , Wyncote. Pa. Palms. Bobblnk & Atkins. Rutherford.N.J. PANSIES. Ready now. 250,000 fine large, fall trans- planted pansles In bud and bloom. Superb strain; the finest market strain grown. A trial order will convince you that they are the best you ever had. You need them for your particular trade. Price, $1.26 per 100; $10 per 1,000. Cash with order. Leonaro Cousins, Jr.. Concord Junction, Mass. Telephone 82 Concord. 60.000 Beld-grown pansy plants!. They never saw either a cold or hot bed, strong, husky plants; beautiful blooms. They are the kind that sell and please, $20 per 1,000 Albert A. Sawyer, Pansy Specialist, Pansy Garden. Oak Park, III. Pansy plants, Kenllworth strain from fall sown sed, prepaid, 60c per 100; large $1- 1,000 by express, $3; large, $8. Chas. Frosf. Kenllworth. N. J. Pansy plants, 60c per 100; $2.50 per 1,000; large plants, $2.60 per 100. Jos. H. Cunnlng- ham. Delaware. O. Pansy and verbena baskets 10x5x3, $5 per crate of 500. L. D. Robinson. Jr.. 182 Main St.. Springfield. Mass. Pansles, fine strong plants, $5 per 1,000. Mosbaek Greenhouse Co., Onarga. 111. Pansles. 75c per 100. Golden West Nur- series, Los Gates, Calif. Pansles, $2 per 1,000. X O Schmidt, Bristol, Pa. PENNISETUMS. Pennisetum Ruppellanum (fountain grass), 2%-in.. $2.50 per 100. Mosbaek Greenhouse Co.. Onarga. III. PELARGONIUMS. Pelargoniums, novelties. 2%-ln.. 25c each; $2.60 per doz. Emanuel Lias, King Haakon, King of Spain, iLadas, Lady Churchill, Prince Olaf. Standard sorts, 2%-in., $1.60 per doz.; $10 per 100; 3-in., $2 per doz.; $12 per 100; Countess. Dorothy. Goldmine, Mme. Thlbaut, Mme. Vlbert. Mrs. R. Sandl- ford. Marie Mallet. Princess May, Sandl- ford's Best. Sandiford's Wonder. Surprise, Tommy Dodd, Mrs. Layal, Vaughan's Seed Store. Chicago and New York. PEONIES. Peonies, all vars., Jaca Smlts, Ltd., Naar- den, Holland. Peonies, leading vars.. W. & T. Smith Co., Geneva, N. Y. Peonies only by the wholesale. Best 100 varieties. J. F. Rosenfleld. West Point. Neb. Peonies, a superb collection. Jackson & Perkins Co.. Newark, N. Y. PEPPERS. Celestial peppers, from seed bed, $1 per 100. Mosbaek Greenhouse Co., Onarga. 111. PETUNIAS. Petunias, dbl. mixed, 2-ln.. $2 per 100; $18.60 per 1,000; 3-ln., $3. Dreer's single, same price. R, Vincent. Jr.. & Sons Co., White Marsh, Md. Petunias, dbl. fringed, 5 good vars., rooted cuttings, Ic. J. L. Schiller. Toledo, O. if Yu Do Not Find Wbat Yoi Need in Our Ready Referene Department. Write Us About it 656 The American Florist, April 2j, Petunias, dbl., 13 per 100. Joseph H. Cun- nlngham, Delaware, Q. PRIMULAS. Primula obconlca, 2Vi-ln., $2 per 100; 300 tor $5. J. C. Schmidt, Bristol, Pa. PRIVET. 60,000 California privet and Ampelopsla Veitchll. fleld-grown. BenJ. Connell, Mer- chantville. N. J. RHODODENDRONS. Rliododendrons. Jacs Smlts, Ltd., Naar- den, Hol land. RESURRECTION PLANTS. Resurrection Plants. — We are strictly head- quarters for the Mexican resurrection plant, and ship all over the world. Dormant plants, guaranteed to "resurrect," $2 per 100, delivered; $10 per 1,000; 5,000 at $8.50; 10,000 at $8; 1,000 weigh about 45 pounds. Also cacti. The Francis E. Lester Com- pany, Dept. L.. S.. Mesilla Park. N. M. ROSES, ROSE PLANTS, 2^-INCH POTS. 100 1000 Kalserln 4 35 Mrs. Jardlne 4 35 Richmond 3 25 WIETOR BROS. 51 "Wabash Avenue. Chicago. Roses, 2-in., Maid and Bride, $3 per 100; $20 per 1,000. My Maryland, $5 per 100; $40 per 1,000. Mrs Jardine. $4 per 100; $35 per 1,000. Bench Richmond, $4 per 100; $30 per 1,000. J. A. Budlong. 37-39 Randolph St., Chicago. Roses, grafted and own root, Klllarney, Richmond, My Maryland, White Klllarney. Kalserln, Bride and Bridesmaid. W. H. Elliott, Brighton, Mass. ^ Roses, hardy field-grown. For varieties and prices, see advertisement elsewhere in this issue. F. R. Pierson Co., Tarrytown- on-Hudson. N. Y. Roses, for varieties and prices, see page advertisement elsewhere in this issue. Ar- thur T Boddington, 342 W. 14th St., New York. Roses, grafted stock. Klllarney, White Kll- larney. Bride, Maid. Mv Maryland, 2H-in., $15 per 100; $125 per 1,000. C. H. Totty, Madison. N. J. Taft rose, 2^4 -in.. $15 per 100. J. M. Mc- CuUough's Sons Co., 316 Walnut St., Cln- clnnati. O. Roses, Bride. Maid, Golden Gate, 3-ln., $5 per 100. Geo. M. Emmans, Newton, N. J. Roses, Newport Fairy, 50c each ; $20 per 100. Julius Roehrs Co.. Rutherford, N. J. Roses. Bridesmaid. 2-ln., ly^c. W. W. Coles. Kokomo. Ind. Roses, leading varieties. E. G. Hill Co., Richmond. Ind. ^ New Rambler (violet blue). EUwanger & Barry. Rochester . N. Y. ^ Roses, leading varieties. Leedle Floral Co.. Springfield, O. Roses, 3-ln., Wood Bros., Flshklll. N. Y. SALVIAS. Salvia Zurich, R. C, Ic, from 2-ln., 2c; from 3-in-, 3i/2C. Bavaria, the white Zurich. 1910 introduction from 2-in. pots, $1 per doz. J. L. Schiller. Toledo, O. Salvia Bonfire, strong, 2-ln. plants from seed, ready to shift, $1.75 per 100: $17 per 1,000 cash. This is fine stock, must move It to get room. N. E. Beck, Massillon, O. Salvia Splendens and Bonfire, transplanted seedlings, prepaid. 75c per 100. Chas, Frost, Kenil worth . N. J. Salvias. 2'^-in. pots. 3c each; $2.50 per 100. Fine aster plants, $2.50 per 100. B. F. Castner. Washington. D. C. , Salvia Bavaria (the white Zurich), 1910 Introduction, nice plants, 2-in., $1 per doz. J. L. Schiller, Toledo, O. Salvias. Zurich, Bonfire and Splendens. 214-in.. $2.50 per 100. Mosbaek Greenhouse Co.. Onarga. 111. Salvia Zurich. 2-In., $2 per 100. Geo. M. Emmans. Newton. N. J. SEEDS. Seeds, onion. lettuce, sweet peas, carrot. celery, leek, mustard, parsley, parsnip, rad- ish salsify. C. C. Morse & Co., 48-56 Jack- son^ HYBRID GERBERAS (Adnet's strain). Crop 1910. $9 per 1.000 seeds; $60 per 10,000 Beeds, from the originator. Cash. Adnet. Antlbes, France. Seeds, beans, peas, sweet corn, onion, beet, turnip, etc. The Everett B. Clark Seed Co.. Mllf ord, Conn. ; East Jordan, Mich. ; Sister Bay, Wis. Seeds, sweet peas, for varieties and prices, see advertisement elsewhere in this Issue. Weeber & Don, 114 Chambers St., New York. Seeds, onion, lettuce, radish, sweet peas, etc. Pieters-Wheeler Seed Co., Holllster, Calif. Seeds, Phoenix Roebelenl. Sander, T. Mellstrom, Representative, 235 Broadway, New York. Seeds, turnips: Seven-Top. Dixie, Frost King, Prize Taker. D. Landreth Seed Co., Bristol, Fa. Seeds, specialties. Stocks, pansies, cycla- mens, etc. Pape & Bergmann, Quedllnburg, Germany. Seeds. Stokes' standard. 219 Market St., Philadelphia. Seed, pansy. 1,000 seeds, 25c; 1 oz.. $2.25. H. Wrede, Luneburg, Germany. Seeds, all kinds. Bridgman's Seed Ware- house, 37 E. 19th St., New York. Seeds. Landreth Seed Establishment. Bloomsdale Farms. Bristol. Pa. Seeds, Vlck's Quality. James Vlck's Sons. Rochester, N. Y. Seeds of all kinds. W. W. Johnson & Son. Ltd.. Boston, England. Seeds, all kinds. J. M. Thorburn & Co.. 33 Barclay St., New York. Vegetable seeds, plants, sold direct. Cata- logue free. Glick Seed Farms, Lancaster, Pa. Seeds. Bermuda onion. Federico C. Va- rela, Teneriffe, Canary Islands. Seed, asters. Vick & Hill, Box 4613, Rochester. N. Y. Contract Growers. Seeds, peas, beans. Alfred J. Brown Seed Co., Grand Rapids. Mich. Seeds, field, garden and flower. Routzahn Seed Co.. Arroyo Grande. Calif. Seeds, sweet peas, tomatoes, Lima beans, lettuce, asters, cosmos and other flower s eeds. John Bodger & Sons, Gardena. Calif. Seeds, beans, cucumber, tomato, radish, pea. muskmelon, squash, watermelon, sweet corn. S. M. Isbell & Co., Jackson, Mich. Seeds, sweet peas. Boundbrook. N. J. Anton Zvolanek, Seeds, lettuce, onions, sweet peas, aster, cosmos, mignonette, verbena. Waldo Roh- nert. Gilroy, Calif. Seeds, Cauliflower and cabbage. Hjalmar Hartman & Co., 31 Barclay St., New York, and 12 Stormgade, Copenhagen. Seeds, growers for the wholesale trad© onlv. Braslan Seed Growers' Co., San Jose, Calif. California seed contracts. Klmberlln Seed Co., Santa Clara, Calif. SMIL AX. Smilax, 2»^-ln., $3 per 100. West End Green houses. Lincoln. III. Smilax, $3 per 100. Golden West Nur- se r i e s .I^osGatos^Calif^^^^^^_^_^^^^^^ "Smilax. Wood Bros.. Fishklll. N. Y. SPIREAS. Spirea Japonica, 6-ln., 25c each; $2.50 per doz. Vaughan's Seed Store, Chicago and N. Y . Splreas. J. Smltg. Ltd.. Naarden. Holland. STEVIA. Stevla, R. C, prepaid, 75c per 100. Chas. Frost, Kenilworth, N. J. STOVE PLANTS. Stove plants and crotons. Finest collec- tion. Julius Roehrs Co.. Rutherford. N. J- SWAINSONA. Swalnsona alba, 2-ln.. $2 per 100. R. Vin- cent. Jr., & Sons Co.. White Marsh, Md. VEGETABLE PLANTS. VEGETABLE PLANTS. Per 1,000 Cabbage, transplanted $ 3.50 " seedlings 1.25 Cauliflower, seedlings 4.00 transplanted 5.00 Celery, seedlings 1.25 transplanted 3.50 Egg plants, seedlings 3.00 pot plants 25.00 Peppers, seedlings 3.00 pot plants 25.00 Tomatoes, seedlings 2.00 plants, per 100 4.00 Mosbaek Greenhouse Co. Onarga, 111, Vegetable plants, beet. 20c per 100; $1.25 per 1,000. Egg plant, 40c per 100; $2 per 1,000. Pepper, Bull Nose, Sweet Mountain, Ruby King, 40c per 100; $2 per 1,000; To- mato, small plants, Earllana. Early Jewel, Dwarf Stone. Champion, Ponderosa, Match- less, 30c per 100; $2 per 1,000. Tomato, small plants, Stone, Paragon. Favorite, Suc- cess, 20c per 100; $1 per 1,000. R. Vincent, Jr., & Sons Co., White Marsh, Md. Tomato plants, all the best sorts from seed bed, $2 per 1,000; transplanted. $3 per 1.000. Cauliflower, Erfurt, large from seed bed. $2 per 1,000 ; transplanted, $3 per 1,000. Cash. E. Fryer. Johnstown, Pa. ^^ Vegetable plants, cabbage and tomatoes, $1.25 per 1,000. Sweet potatoes. $1.50 per 1,000. Celery. 3 vars. S. J. McMlchael, 142 Larkins St.. Findlay, O. Extra heavy asparagus roots, $1 per 100; $4 per 1.000. Mosbaek Greenhouse Co., Onarga, 111. VERBENAS. Verbenas, 2-in., $2 per 100; $18.50 per 1,000; 3-in., ?3. R. Vincent, Jr., & Sons Co., White Marsh, Md. Lemon verbena, R. C, prepaid, 75c per 100. Chas. Frost, Kenilwortli, N. J. Verbenas, assorted, 2% -in., $2 per 100. Mosbaelc Greenhouse Co., Onarga, III. Verbenas. 2-in., $2 per 100. Geo. M. Em- mans. Newton, N. J. Verbenas. J. L.. Dllion. Bloomsburg, Pa. VINCAS. Vinca minor, the hardy vlnca for ceme- tery planting and under trees, where grass will not grow; well rooted layers, $1.50 per 100; $10 per 1,000. B. T. Teas, Centervllle. Ind. Vinca variegated, 2^-in., $2.50 per 100; 3-ln., 6c; 4-in., 12 c. Vinca minor, fleld- grown, $5 per 100. Mosbaek Greenhouse Co., Onarga, 111. Vinca variegata, 3% and 4-in. pots, 8-12 good leaders. $10 per 100; small plants. July cuttings. $5 per 100. Gash with order please. Paul Liebsch, Batavia. N. Y. Vinca var., 2-in., $2 per 100. Geo. M. Emmans. Newton, N. J. Vinca, 2^^, 3 and 4-in.. $3, $5 and $9 per 100. West E'nd Greenhouses. Lincoln. III. VIOLETS. VIOLETS, Baronne A. de Rothschild Is making good everywhere, as the most free and most fragrant single In cultivation. Size and stem equal to Princess, color a shade darker. Rooted runners or divisions, ready in April. Book your order now, at $6 per 100; $50 per 1.000. F. W. Fletcher Co., Au- burndale, Mass. Violets. Princess of Wales and Luxonne and California, rooted runners, clean and free from disease, $1 per 100; $8 per 1,000. Special price for large quantities. Cash with order. Jacques Gillmet, Moylan, Dela- ware Co., Pa. Violets. Wood Bros., Flshklll, N. Y. MISCELLANEOUS, Clara cemetery vases, 12 Ins., $2.50 per doz.; barrel of 3 doz., $6. Vaughan's Seed Store, Chicago and New York. ^__ Plant bed cloth, waterproof sheeting, hay caps, etc. Henry Derby, 123 F. Chambers St., N. Y. Dennison florist tags. Dennison Mfg. Co., Boston, New York, Philadelphia. Chicago, St. Louis. Pillsbury's Carnation Staple, 50c per 1,000 postpaid. I. L. Pillsbury, Galesburg, III. POTS, PA NS, ETC "NUFP SED." Best red pots are made by Geo. E'. Feustel. Fairport. Iowa. The Red Pot. C C. Pollworth Co.. All roads connect with Milwaukee. Pots, florist red. Peters & Reed Pottery Co.. Zanesville, O. Pots. Syracuse red. Syracuse Pottery Co. , Syracuse. N. Y. STAKES. Cane Staltes. Standard grade 6 to 8 feet, per 100, 86c; 500 for J3; $5.50 for 1,000. Pipe stems about 6 feet, per 100, 60c: per 1.000. $5. Vaughan's Seed Store, Chicago. WIRE DESIGNS. Headquarters for wire work. Send for list. F. W. Baii, 31 B. 3rd St., Clncln- nati, O. WIRE HANGING BASKETS. Wire basliets. D. U. Augspurger & Sons Co., Box 778, Peoria, 111. If Yob Oo Not Fini: What You Need In Oor Ready Reterenee Department, Write Us About It igio. The American Florist. 667 ^^ Has stood the test of over a Quarter •f a Century. THOMSON'S Vine, Plant and Vegetable MANURE UNRIVALLED FOR Vines. Tomatoes. • Cucumbers. all Flowerine:. Foliage aDd Fruit bearing Plants. Vegretabk-s. Lawns, etc. The result of many years practical experience. PERFECT PLANT FOODS Sold by Leading American Seedsmen. Thomson's Special Chrysanthemum and Topdressing Manure Freight paid on quantities. Write for our special offer to the American trade pamphlets, agents' circulars, etc.. to sole makers, WM. THOMSON & SONS, Ltd., Tweed Vineyard, Clovenfords, Scotland Sheep's Head Brand Pulverized Sheep Manure The Weal Plant Food for Florists. Write to- day fcr Prices and Booklet. Aurora, III. NATURAL GUANO COMPANY, Cattle Manure in Ba^s Shredded or Pulverized Pure — dry — uniform and reliable. The best of all manures for the greenhouse. Florists all over the country are using it instead of rough manure. fUnvRES Pulverized Sheep Manure i\ Absolutely the best Sheep Manure on the market. Pure manure and noth- ine else. The best fertilizer for carnations and for ^uid top-dressing. Unequalled for all field use, tWrite for circulars and prices. -.._ The Pnlverized Manure Company 32 Union Stock Yards, Chicago. Now is the time to make np WIRE BASKETS For spring selling. We Have the Best Basket in the Market. Try them this season. 10-in $1.50 per doz.; .$12.50 per 100 12-in 2.00 per doz.; 15.00 per 100 14-in 3.00 per doz.; 20.00 per 100 D.U.Augspurger&SonsCo. Box 778, PEORIA, ILL. SCHULTZVILLE, N. Y. — Elmer Wooden Is preparing to erect a violet house. Atlanta, Ga. — A. Borg- and Ivar Erickson, who recently purchased the Atlanta Floral Co., are adding a de- partment of landscape gardening. Ammoniated Lawn Lime Kills Weeds. Makes Grass Grow. Applied as a light top dressing to lawns it kills all flat leaved weeds such as Dandelion, Daisy, Plantain, Sorrel, Chlckweed, Moss, etc., in 48 hours and without other fertilizer produces a wonderful, luxuriant, rich, green growth of lawn grass— which is distinctly noticable 50 feet away. The use of Ammoniated Lawn Lime supersedes hand weeding of lawns, putting greens, etc. It saves the grass from being pulled up and in many cases ruined. Grasses lake a new vigorous growth, avoiding probable trouble in the future. /^., — „f Ti.* _. If very weedy 1-lb. to 40 square feet, 25-lbs to 1000 V^UdllLlLlCo. square feet, (20x60). Half to one-quarter amount if moderately weedy. ABSOLUTELY GUARANTEED. Money refunded if not satisfactory. We want Seedsmen or Florists as agents and distributors in every important city and town. Rf»fail PriPf^Q* 2-lb. cans, 25c, 50 cans per case. 5-lb. cans 50c, XXt.^l,CI,ll X IIV^CO. 20 cans per case. Bags, 26-lbs. $2.00; 50-lbs. $3.50; 100-lbs. $6.00; 1000-lbs. and over 5c per lb. Descriptive Circular and Wholesale Prices on Request. SUPERIOR CHEMICAL CO., (Incorporated.) Louisville, Kentucky. The "Meyer Green Silkaiine" is the only Green Thread that should be used by florists and growers. It is guaranteed full weight and full measure. Also Violet Thread for tying up Vio- lets. Price of both, $1.25 per lb. express or freight paid in good sized orders. JOHN C. MEYER & CO., i449 Middlesex St,, Lowell, Mass. Evergreen Brand Flower Fertilizer. A Pure Plant Food immediately available. It permanently enriches the soil. It prevents the onslaught of plant diseases or insect pests. Can be used at any time during the growing season, dry or in solution. Put up In 12 pound cans, Price, $2.00 each. For Sale by Leading Jobbers Further information can be obtained from Manufacturers, f 64-66 Wabash Ave., CHICAGO- D. D. JOHNSON CO. The Mastin Automatic Whitewash and Spraying Machine Is Reliable, Practical and Durable The tank is made of galvanized sheet steel, and in brass. The pump is of brass throuBhoul, simple and powerful. The mixing device keeps the contents of the tank well stirred up from slart to finish. When the machine is filled to within six inches of the top. a few strokes of the pump will compress enough air in the tank to produce a continuous mist-like spray for 15 minutes. All parts are made to gauge and may be had for repairs. Ask your dealer about our Extension Hose, Extension Rods, and the Mastin Whitewash Nozzle for Bordeaux mixture. Sold through Seedsmen, Dealers in Florists' and Poultry Supplies, J. G. MASTIN g CO., 3124 West Lake St., CHICAGO, ILL. 658 The American Florist. April 2j, I K\h^ A Commercial Curved Eave Range. Of course, the Curved Eave when it is built our way. is practical for the commercial house. Here is one bnilt over eight years ago. and Mr. Menand, (he owner, swears by it. Glass brealca^e at the eave? Not any more than in any of our oiher constructions. whiLli is practically none Strone"' Certainly it is stronp. why shouldn't it be, as the frame work is all steel and the liars an- less erection cost— which means it costs you less to eiect whether you or we do it. If you want a house 100 feet wide, say so. and we will show you a Section that's most convincing. Lord and Burnham Co., New York, St. James Bldg, Irvington N. Y. Boston, Tremont Bldg. Philadelphia, Heed Bldg. Chicago, The Rookery A fintter With a Reputation ISO. I ^' Aik tk« BU who hat tried them. For further putlculart, write to GEO. M. GARLAND CO., on nAINU. ILL. Write to ua about Materials and Plans for aoT size and style of GDEENHOUSE for lew structure or repairs. Hot Bed Sash '? '""^''. °\ ^"^ - .■^^^ m-m^^-KM. «->«.»«..« ^i^g required. Pecky Cypress for benches, lastine and least exDensive. The Foley Mfg. Co., Weatern Ave and 2etb St. CHICAGO. Greenhouse Construction By Prof. L. R, Taft. Price $1.50 AMERICAN FLORIST CO. 324 Dearborn St., Chicago. T'here is not a house built today, that * has the extreme lightness, beauty and practicalness of our U-Bar Curved Eave. U-BAR GREENHOUSES PIERSON DESIGNTERS AND BUILDERS U-BAR CO. I MADISON AVE,NEW YORK. Mention the American Florist when writing Use oar patent kon Beoeb Fittings and Roof Supports. ^ ™e JENNINGS"''"" IRON GUTTER. IMPROVED VAPORIZING PANS For Tobacco Extracts, etc Send for Clrcnlars. DIIXER, CASKEY & KEEN, S. W. Comer Sixth and Berk Sbvets PHII.ADELPHLA. VEIfTJUTJIIB APPARATUS. 660 The American Florist. April 23, Tobacco Papor IS THE STRONGEST BEST PACKED EASIEST APPLIED 24 sheets % 0.75 144 sheets 3.50 288 sheets 6.60 1728 sheets 35.10 JNiCO'rUniC "'"::::::"' Furnishes the cheapest __ J _.,. J, - ., __ _ JUST NOTE PRICES Most Nicotine for the Money! pi„t nso H Gaiion 5.60 Gallon 10.50 Manufactured by THE KENTUCKY TOBACCO PRODUCT CO., Louisville Ky. 6 Gallons 47.26 1 Carman's Antipest INSKCTICIDE AND FUNGICIDI For the Garden, Orchard and Greenhonse Non-poisoDous and harmless to vegetation. Kills Green ny. Aphides, Bark Lice, Tlirips Mealy Bud, Red Spider. Scale, Wire Wormi, Ants and Slugs. This is the grower's Friend. Handy to use, cheap and elective, mix e readily in «vater. Destroys all insect pests and keeps down tilth. Circulars on appli- catioD. $1.B0 per gallon. Also in quarts, half gallons and in bulk. PERFECTION CHEMICAL CO., FLUSHING. N. Y. Mention the American Florist when writing THE BEST Bug Killer and Bloom Saver For PROOF Write te P. R. PALETHORPE COMPANY, Owenaboro, Ky Mention the American Florist when writing ^ are easy to kill with The fumigating Kind Jobacco Powder $3.00 per bag 100 lbs. Satisfaction guaranteed or money bar.k; why try cheap aulistitutes that makers do not dare to guarantee ? TEE H. A. STOOTHOFF CO., MOUNT VERNON, N. T. Mention the American Florist when writing Wired Toothpicks 10.000, *1,75; 50.000, J7..S0. Manufactured by W J. COWEE, Berlin, N. Y. ^ample free. For saN- by dealers. Mention the American Florist when writing Sold by Seed Dealers all over America Used 25 Vears. KILLS THE Currant Worm, Potato Bug, Cabbage Worm, Slug on Roses, Caterpillars, Aphis on Roses, Bugs on Melons, Cut Worms, Sow Bugs, Lice on Fowls, Curculio on Plums. Tobacco Worms, kc. For pamphlets on Bugs and Blight, write to B. HAMMOND, Fishkill-on-Hudson, N. Y. Mention the American Florist when writing Gorham ^ Chapline Inc. CATALOGUES Printcry — price lists. HALFTONES, ENGRAVINGS and PRINTING FOR FLORISTS. 358 Dearborn Street, CHICAGO. The Regan Printing Housi LARGI IDNS OF CATALOGUES mUTI FOR FtOUMS. 91 Plymouth Piace, CHICAGO igio. The American Florist. 661 I^OIS 4( 9f n^^RTv HEWS STANDARD POTS POT MAKERS FOR 140 YEARS WORLDS LARGEST MANUFACTURERS Pearson Street, LONG ISLA.ND CITT, N.Y. WRITE FOR CATALOG AND DISCOUNTS. A. H. HEWS <& CO. Established 1 TBS. CAMBRIDGK, MASS. 45Z-460 No. Branch St., CHICAGO ILL. SYRACUSE RED POTS Prompt shipments ftnar anteed. We have a large stock of well made and well burned pots on hand for the trade of 1910. Our terms are as eood as the best. Our catalogue on application. SYRACUSEPOTTERYCO. SYRACUSE, N. Y. Those Red Pots "STANDARDS" Full size and wide bottoms. BULB PANS and AZALEA POTS DETROn FLOWER POT M'F'Y HARRY BALSLEY, Detroit, Mich. Rep. 490 Howard St. MISSION PLANT BOXES. Are the best and cheapest plant boxes in the market for large plants, boxwoods, bay trees, etc. They are attractive in de- sign, strong and durable. Suit- able for either outdoor or in- door use. Write for prices, WAGNER PARK CONSERVATORIES, Sidney, Ohio. Kramer's Pot Bangers For sale by Wholesale Seedsmen. Florists and Supply Dealers. Price. $1.00 per doiao by express. Sample dozen by mail, $1.25. I. N. KRAMER & SON, Cedar Rapids. Iowa 1 / \ f CUT FLOWER BOXES EDWARDS FOLDING BOX CO MANUFACTURERS PHILADELPHIA. PA. A \ y k USE KRICK'S PERFECT POT HANDLES AND HANGERS. Just the thing for Easter. When crowded for space, will sustain the weight of 1©0 lbs. Samples and prices on 'squest. CHAS.A. KRICK, creeneAve., Brooklyn, N. Y LoigDislance Telethon*. 178 Bushwick. NEPONSET PAPER POTS. HEADQUARTERS weterpr..,. VAIGHAN'S SEED STORE, Don't Break, ^. , ^ ^, m, , i Cost Little. Chicago and New York. { i I CUT FLOWER AND Design Boxes All sizM. lowest prices. Write C. C PoUworth Co., MaWAUKES SterUng Iron Reservoir Vases Chairs. Settees, Hitching Posts, Etc. Complete Catalogue and Discounts Upon Relucst. The Sterling Emery Wheel Mfg. Co., obSTs. a. Standard Flower Pots! Paclced in small crates, easy to handle Price per crate 144 6in.,in crate. $3.16 120 7 •■ 4.20 60 8 " 3.00 HAND MADK 4S 9-in.. in crate. $3 60 Price per crate 1500 2 in , in crate, $4.88 1500 2^ 5.25 1500 2h 6.00 1000 3 5.00 800 3^2 5.80 5004 4.50 456 4H 5.24 320 5 4.51 210 5H 3 78 48 10 24 11 24 12 12 14 6 16 4.S 3.60 4.80 4.80 4.50 Send for price Seed pans, same price as pots, list of Cylinders for Cut Flowers, Hanging Basltets. Lawn Vases, etc. Ten per cent off for cash with order. Address HILFINGER BROS. POTTERY: Fort Edward. N.T. or August Rolker & Sons, New Yorlc Agents 31 Barclay Street. New York City. Standard Flower Pots Poreeltr and Streortk Uiuarp««M CF.O.PIERCEGO. 12 W. BROADWAY New YORK MASTICA is elastic and tenacious, admits of expansion and contraction. Putty becomes hard and brittle. Broken glass more easily removed without breaking of other glass, as occurs with putty. Lasts longer than putt7. Easy to apply. Superior Quality. Hand Made. Greenhouse Glass Why not buy the best. Write ns for discounts. We can save money for you. BAUR WINDOW GLASS CO. Eaton, Indiana. SIEBEKrS ZINC Nevei Rust GLAZING POINTS Arc vosltlvely tbe but. Last forever. Over 30,000 pounds now in use. A sure preveatative of fliii slfppine. Effective on large or small glass. Easy to drive. Easy to extract. Two sizes fi and H. 40c per lb. by mail 16c extra; 7 Itra. for $2.50 15 lbs, for $5.00. by express. For sale hy the trade, RANDOLPH a McCLEMENTS, SoccMSOrs to Ctus. T. Siebert, Bamn a Beatty Sts., Pltteburit. Holds Class Firmly See the Point 49* PEERICSS ■< Olftzlnip Points ure tbe best. * No rfghta or lefta. Box of H 1.000 polDtB 75 Ota. poatpald. t HENBT A. DREER. I 7H ChMtnnk Bt., Pblla., ra. Attentionll Glass Buyersll GREENHOUSE GLASS. Yon will save monej if ^> obtain otir price* belore yon \mj. Qnalitr A. No. 1. Prompt shipmeot*. Hooker's Greenhouse White Paint The most durable white paint for this purpose. Half barrels, (26 gallons), pef gal. $1.86. 6 gal. paUs, per gal: |1A0 H. M. HOOKER COMPANY, WH0LB8ALB GLASS AND PAINTS, Lond Distance Pbone Dd M [onroe 4994. 651-659 Washington Boulevard, CIIIGA60. ''GREENHOUSE MATERIAL' 6 - 72x20 Tubular Boilers. 2 - 72x18 Tubular Boilers. 6 - 60x16 Tubular Boilers. 1 - 60x14 Tubular Boiler. 2 - 54x16 Tubular Boilers. 2 - 54x14 Tubular Boilers. 3 - 42x12 Tubular Boilers. 2 - 36x10 Tubular Boilers. 2 - 48x14 Fire Box Boilers. 3 - 48x12 Fire Box Boilers. 2 - 42x10 Fire Box Boilers. 1 - 36x12 Fire Box Boiler. 1 - 36x10 Fire Box Boiler. 2 - 30x 8 Fire Box Boilers. All of the above in good condition, for heating service onl}-. Special prices. 300,000 f«et of Standard Pipe, all sizes, will be cut to any length. BUILDING MATERIAL AND SUPPLIES Marvelous bargains in Greenhouse Sash and Building Material of all kinds. Cor- rugated Roofing and Siding, Structural Iron, Gutters, Eave Spouts, Hydrants and Valves, 10,000 feet Rubber Hose, Soil Pipe, Plumbing Material of all kinds, Feed Pumps, Flower Pots, etc. Thousands of other articles of interest to Florists or Greenbousemen. Sand for our now SOO.pago Catalog No. 47. Froo upon request. CHICAGO HOUSE WRECKING CO., 35th and Iron Sts., Chicago. Tell Yonr Dealer Yon "Saw It in TBE FLORIST." Rmerica is "the Fraw of ths UbsseI; there may be mare cam fart Amidships, but we are the £rst to tauch Unknav/n Seas,' Vol. XXXIV. CHICAGO AND NEW YORK, APRIL 30, 1910. No. 1143 TheMerican Florist TwENTT-piFTn Year. Copyright, 1910, by American Florist Company. Entered as Second-Class Matter Nov. 11, 1891, at the Post Office at Chicago, Illinois, under act of March 3, 1879. Published Evert Saturday bt AMEMCAN FLORIST COMPANY, 324 Dearborn St., Chicago, Long Distance Pbone : Harrison 7465. Eastern Ofttce : 1 133 Broadway, New York. Fblladelptila, Pa.: Robt. KUt, 1 725 Chestnut St. Registered Cable Address : Ameflo, Cliicago. Subscription, United States and Mexico, $1.00 a year; Canada, $2.00; Europe and Countries in Postal Union, $2.50. Subscriptions accepted only from the trade. Vol- umes half yearly from August, 1901. Address all correspondence, subscriptions, etc., American Florist Co., 321 Dearborn St., Chicago. SOCIETY OF AMERICAN FLORISTS AND ORNAMENTAL HORTICULTURISTS. Officers — F. R. Pierson, Tarrytown. N. Y.. Fres.; Fred W. Vick. Rochester, N. Y.. Vice- Pres.; H. B. Dorner. Urbana. 111.. Sec'y; Wm. F. K.\sting. Buffalo, N. Y.. Treas. Next meetioE at Rochester. N. Y.. August. 1910. Second National Flovjer Show, Boston. Mass., March. 1911. THE AMERICAN CARNATION SOCIETY. Next annual convention and exhibition at Boston. Mass., March. 1911 Fred. Burki, Pittsburg. Pa.. President; A. F. J. Baur. Thirty- eighth St. and Senate Ave.. Indianapolis. Ind., Secretary. AMERICAN ROSE SOCIETY. Next annual meeting and exhibition at Bos- ton. March 1911. Wm. H Elliott. Bright.n. Mass , President; A. F.-vrenwald. Roslyn. Pa. Vice President Benjamin Hammond, tish till- on-Hudson, N. Y., Secretary. AMERICAN PEONY SOCIETY. Seventh annual meeting at Horticultural Hall . Boston Mass.. June 19iO. B. H. Farr Reading. Pa., Pres.; A. H. Fewkes, Newton Highlands. Mass. Sec'y. Turn Your Surplus Stocks Into Cash By Advertising in the Ready Reference Department. See Page 699. WINDOW BOXES AND LAWN VASES. Filling: Window Boxes. Every indication at present points to an extremely early season and there is no doubt that customers will want their window boxes fixed and put in order much earlier than usual. For some reason, evergreens that were planted last fall in porch boxes and pedestal vases have stood very badly and are dying or dead and these look very unsightly these fine spring days. There is a good deal of work where there is a large number of window boxes to fill and anyone who has it in charge must have ample help, and help of the right character. The soil will, of course, have been previously prepared and must be richer than is used for plants generally, for the vines and flowering plants take a lot of sustenance, especially during a hot, dry summer, and the space is limited. Raw, fresh manure is not needed nor is old, dried out material that has all the nature burnt out of it, for this is simply the shell that held the nutri- ment. Good cow manure that has been laid up thinly for a few weeks to dry is one of the finest stimulants such plants can have. It is mild in action, cool to the roots ""d lasting while the lumps into which it has to be broken keep the soil free and open in a mechanical way. A fairly good substitute can be found in any of the excellent fertilizer.? now on the mar- ket, though these are usually quicker and less lasting in their action than the cow manure. Good rough bone meal is a good addition to the soil for this purpose, forming a larder for the roots for quite a long time and giving off its food in small and suitable quan- tities as desired. Window boxes to carry a good dis- play of flowering plants and vines through the season should be at least eight inches deep and nine inches is a better depth except in some in- stances, wliere they have to be kept as low as possible to prevent darkening the rooms. Each drainage hole in the bottom of the boxes should be covered with a piece of broken flower pot with the concave side down to allow the . water to escape. Over this an inch or a little more of strawy manure must be firmly placed, this again being covered with some of the rougher parts of the soil. This kind of makeup will insure the soil keep- ing in place and not silting down, leaving dirty streaks on the walls or clogging up the drainage holes. As a rule, the sc il can be filled in to within about four inches of the top of the box, but a little more can be left if the stock to be planted is in larger pots than usual. The front of the boxes is the most important part and this should be filled in first. Vines of some kind are usually chosen for this and sufficient should be used to fur- nish the boxes well. The advantage of plants with plenty of top will be seen here, as one large plant takes up less room at the root than two small ones and makes an equally good showing in the box front. One per- son should stand in front of the box when possible and direct the planter how to place the stock to the best advantage. After the front row is planted take the back, filling in with the taller plants. Then see that the soil is thoroughly worked in between the plants back and front, leaving no holes to settle afterwards, and then fill up the middle with whatever plants are used. A thorough soaking, not a mere driblet of water, but enough to moisten every inch of soil. should be given before placing the boxes in position and the superfluous water allowed to drain away. Of course in the case of large, heavy boxes these have to be filled in place and the work is more difficult, espe- cially when the position is not very accessible. When they are over streets on which the public is pass- ing only the most careful men must be trusted with the work or there is likely to be trouble ahead for the florist, owing to material being allowed to fall. When finishing the surface of the soil a light mulch of well de- cayed manure helps to keep the soil cool and moist and less frequent wa- terings will be needed. 664 The American Florisi. April 30, Plants for Window Boxes and Vases. There is no lack of variety in tlie stock sult::.ijle for planting in window boxes, vases and similar receptacles. A plant that does not get the recogni- tion it deserves in this country is the ivy leaved geranium or pelargonium. The plants are extremely free flower- ing, of elegant habit and very beauti- ful when at their best. They are eas- ily propagated in quantity, flower over an extremely long season and have fewer faults and more virtues than almost any other subjects that could be used for the purpose. The better Lawn and Porch Vases and Baskets. In filling lawn, pedestal and porch vases, baskets and similar receptacles, a little different treatment is neces- sary to that of ordinary window boxes. The view of the front is open all around and when planting these the vines should all be planted before filling in the center. The same thing is necessary in porch boxes where both sides show and where vines are used all around. In some positions these have to be kept low so as not to ob- struct the view from windows opening on to the porch or veranda; in others WINDOW BOXES AT BUFFALO, N. known varieties of the Mme. Crousse order are of scandent habit, but there are some varieties, probably hybrids between the zonal and the ivy-leaved types, that are more erect. They make fine baskets planted in mixture provided due care is used in selecting colors that do not clash. Simple but effective and showy baskets or vases may he made by planting the dwarf blue lobelia, coleuses, white marguer- ites and geraniums with a few trailing vines of the vinca or tradescentia order. Larger vases require bolder treatment and here the finer varieties of cannas, Caladium esculentum, dra- caenas, ficus, crotons and pandanus are very suitable. Aralia gracillima is a fine subject for planting in this class of receptacle, thriving either in sun or shade and standing well until late in the season. We saw plants of this last year taken out of window boxes in September in splendid condition, though they had been growing in almost total shade. It is one of the most attractive of foliage plants in ex- istence for the purpose. When the baskets or vases are of a size that can be brought inside for filling this is a great advantage, for the plants are, by this means, well established before they go outside. Even in dwelling houses when there is no greenhouse it is possible to gain a good deal of time by planting early and placing on the porch or veranda by day and lifting Inside at night. The bright days of May help the plants to get established and well in flower — settled down, as It were — before Memorial day, if only they can be protected from frost at night. taller, graceful plants have to be used in the center, this being more particu- larly the case in pedestal vases, on lawns or walks. Suspended baskets depend for their success more upon the vines used than the center plants, as these are most in sight. In the par- tial shade of a porch an elegant vine for basket use is Thunbergia alata. It is not that this plant does not enjoy a fair amount of sun, but exposed fully to the hot sun of summer the leaves are apt to be attacked by red spider which soon ruins the plants entirely, causing the loss first of all the color and afterwards the leaves themselves. The commond tradescentia or creep- ing sailor is another excellent vine, though it does not flower and there are many others that are suitable, such as Tradescentia zebrina, pani- cums, green and variegated and vin- cas. The soil and treatment necessary are the same as advised for the boxes, but the baskets in many cases have to be lined with moss to prevent the soil silting out before the roots of the plants are sufficiently advanced to hold it in position. In the concrete and iron vases now so much used in out- door gardening the soil around the edges is very apt to dry out rapidly. This can be prevented to some extent by leaving it low around the edges and high in the center, thus giving the water a tendency to run to the edges instead of away from them. This may seem a small matter, but it makes a great difference to the health of the Memorial Day Preparations. This is the busy time for the green- house departments connected with the large cemeteries. The final rush is now on. pushing along the various stocks for planting out next month and for Memorial day sales. Any plants that are showing signs of be- coming exhausted in the pots they are now in should be shifted into a little larger pot. while there is still time. May 1 should find all stock in such shape that the only work necessary with it will be to care for it as regards watering and ventilating and spacing out to prevent an overdrawn growth. But it is just as much a poor policy to have the plants overdone and exhaust- ed as it is to have them a little behind, for if a plant is small and in active growth ii will recover from the trans- planting outside quicker than an ex- hausted root-bound plant and give better satisfaction. Be prepared for this contingency. Heliotrope, marguer- ites, fuchsias, ageratums, coleus and all kindred quick growing plants that show signs of getting hard should be shifted to put them into active growth A PRETTILY ARRANGED WINDOW GARDEN. igio. The American Florist. 6 65 VERANDA BOX BY THORLEY, NEW YORK. Kcntias. Phccnix. Ficus Pandurata and Ivy in Terra Cotta Box. again. At this season plant growth is so rapid that a week or 10 days after potting will find them going ahead again in good shape. It is now too late to do any shifting of geraniums and have them in first class shape for Memorial day sales, but a batch of these plants should be coming along for later sales. Young plants now in IVi or 3-inch pots can be potted into 3Vi and 4-inch at this time. These will make ideal stock for summer sales, much to be preferred to the larger left over stock from Memorial day. The alternantheras should now be in the hotbeds and pushed along with a steady heat of 75°, being careful to guard against any drying out. Give air on every favorable occasion but do not allow any strong draughts. A small crack of air will suffice until the plants have become established again after potting. Kcheverias, if over- crowded in the boxes, should be re- boxed and given more room; those that have attained the required size can be treated to a cool temperature and by May 1 can be transferred to cold frames, but those that are still undersized should be given a gentle bottom heat in a hotbed for a short while. Lobelia and stocks that have been transplanted in flats can now be potted into 2V2-inch pots and plunged outside in cold frames, keeping the glass on with plenty of ventilation un- til the flowers appear when it can be removed every day that the weather is favorable. Verbenas, ageratum and Vernon begonias should be given their final shift into 2% -inch pots which is plenty large enough for these plants, using a light soil for quick growth. The hydrangeas of the hor- tensis type should now be showing their heads of bloom just above the foliage. Stock in this condition will come in just right for May 15 to 30. These plants must have close attention as regards watering; they will need going over twice a day to prevent V/ilt- ing, and if any show signs of starva- tion treat them to liquid manure once a week or an occasional dressing of pulverized sheep manure. Give them plenty of room to develop. Also allow plenty of air and a cool temperature to insure a well hardened plant. Hydrangea arborescens grandiflora alba promises well for Memorial day. p'ine large bunches of buds are begin- ning to show, indicating fine trus.ses of bloom later on. This type of hydran- gea does not require the amount of water the hortensis type does, neither are the plants such gross feeders, the roots being very fine as compared with those of hortensis. Pansies should now all be out in the frames and the glass kept off, except during very- heavy rains. They should not be al- lowed to dry out too much and the beds should be kept free of weeds. It will be a difiicult matter to hold the forget-me-nots to Memorial day in good shape if this warm weather keeps up. Pinch out all the old flow- ers as soon as they are finished and when watering avoid as much as pos- sible wetting the crowns of the plants. Roses in pots should now be bud- ding up and in shape to take plenty of water and an occasional watering with liquid manure. Give plenty of ventila- tion at all times to promote a sturdy hardened growth; do not cramp the plants for room but allow for their proper development. The English ivy can now be removed to cold frames to be given a thorough hardening off before planting out, also the Mme. Salleroi geranium. It is best to plunge the pots a little to pre- vent their being knocked over when watering — and to allow for them to have a little space between each plant. C. W. Johnson. 666 The American Florist, April 30, Notes on the Chicago Parks. LINCOLN PAHK. The farliness of the season is no- where better shown than in the flower garden at I^incoln park. The tulips were all out and at their best at tlio time of our visit. April 21, almost a month earlier than last year. The varieties have been well chosen to flower simultaneously and although Coleur Cardinal was not quite as for- ward as the others it was practically at its best. This is a fine tulip and cannot be left out of any collection of bcdders. The best white here is La Reine and the beds planted to this are excellent. The large mixed beds, too, are good, as are the beds around the fountain of King of the Yellows Cottage Maid is good, but something has happened to kill off quite a num- ber of the bulbs and this, as well as one mixed bed. is patchy. There must be something in the soil in these beds, for the other portions of the same beds are as good as any others in the place. "Vermilion Brilliant is another grand thing, certainly the most showy tulip now flowering. Outside of the flower garden every- thing looks fresh and green and more like June than April. The double plums are in full flower and all the shrubs and trees are very forward. In the herbaceous garden the grape hyacinths, white and blue, are finely flowered and with the dwarf Phlox subulata, one or two of the crowfoot family and early narcissi make a bright and welcome bit of color. Tulipa sylvestris is already in flower and many other things are rapidly ad- vancing. The white trillium is also In flower, being well established here. Head Gardener Scheile is also estab- lishing some of the hardy orchids and they are starting up and looking well. This is an interesting part of the park and all interested in hardy plants should visit it frequently during the coming season. In the greenhouses, propagation and preparations for the bedding season are going on and there are large stocks of all kinds of plants for the purpose. Cannas and foliage plants generally are largely used and all are in fine condition. The orchids are at- tractive, Cattleya Mossite being natu- rally a feature. C. Prince of Wales, a hybrid between C. fimbriata and C. MossiEe Wagneri, is in fine condi- tion. The sepals and petals are pure white, the lip prettily marked with purple. Lselio-Cattleya Corbielense. a cross between LssKa Dayana and Cattleya Loddigesi, iias the habit of the latter and flowers more nearly re- sembling those of the lEelia. Cattleya Aclandise. C. citrina and several oth- ers are flowering finely and there is a good show of Vanda suavis and V. tricolor and various phalaenopsis. The conservatories are gay with flowering plants including some elegant rambler roses, cinerarias, azaleas and others and the whole place is very neat and clean. GARFIELD PARK. The palms and other stock in the big conservatory on the west side are looking fine and the details of the planting scheme are beginning to be more apparent. There are many in- teresting plants that are not usually seen and, as they have at present plenty of room to develop, their habit can be seen more distinctly than is usual at such places where only the stems are visible, the growth being close up to the glass. The fernery, too, is very beautiful now, the plants making a magnificent growth. The water basin is being cleaned out and the place put in order. In the show house there is a fine display of green- house grown rhododendrons and Azalea mollis in big. s'.iowy groups as they should be shown, the center bed being devoted to calceolarias. The house devoted to foliage plants is in fine condition and at one end is a good display of orchids, consi-sting of Cat- tleya Mossise, Phaius grandifoliu.'s, a good showing of cypripediums and a number of fine forms of Dendrobium nobile. Gardener John Sells is to have his troubles again with the glaziers, it having been decided to spend an- other $50,000 on the roof this year. They are only waiting for warmer weather to begin the work. In the propagating houses are some 25,000 geraniums with all other bed- ding stock in similar large quantities. At Douglas park more flowers have to be used this year, as some of the in- habitants are feeling they have not been well treated in this respect. Con- sequently Jens Jensen is revising his original plans for this park, allowing for more flower beds and less shrubs, and this makes an additional drain on the resources at the Garfield park greenhouses. South of the green- houses on Madison street the tulips are now at their best and making a good show, though some of the varie- ties — notably Murillo — are a trifle un- even. Proserpine and others are fine and the immense beds make a very fine display. HUMBOLDT PARK. Humboldt park is rapidly becoming one of the finest in the city. The new plantings carried out a few years ago are gradually growing into shape and merging into the old Just as Mr. Jensen wished them to and the park is losing that raw, new appearance that it has borne for the last few years. There are several very pretty bits of wild planting, notably just north of the rose garden, where phloxes, crowfoot and vincas are pret- tily blended and flowering freely. This is a charming little bit of work that should be repeated on a much larger scale. Around the edges of the lagoons narcissi in variety are flowering freely and the herbaceous and rock plants are coming into line. Peonies are forwarder here than we have seen them anywhere else in the locality, the flower buds being fully formed and ready to open. The rose garden has been cleaned up and put in order for the summer and the yel- low tulips around the fountain basin are very showy and good. This is more than we can say of the "foun- tains," for we can see very little beauty in these ridiculous looking squirts of water from the mouths of impossible animals. JACKSON PARK. There is a freshness and beauty about Jackson park that we look for in vain in most of the other parks around the city and just now in the first flush of the young spring foliage the shrubs and trees are most beauti- ful. Among the flowering shrubs now at their best must be mentioned the yellow flowering currant. It is a mass of flowers and the fragrance fills the air for quite a distance around the shrubs. The pretty red bud (cercis) is showy and good and many of the berberises are also at their best from a flowering point of view, though their true beauty will be more apparent in fall when covered with the bright red fruits. Lilacs, pink and white, plums and pyruses in variety are flowering while the young foliage on the maples. WINDOW BOXES AT A CHICAGO RESIDENCE. igio. The American Florist. 667 JOHN BERTERMANNS DECORATED AUTOMOBILE AT THE INDIANAPOLIS AUTO PARADE. birches and other trees is superb. The rose garden is being sided up for the summer and the plants are starting up well. In the herbaceous beds around the garden we noticed the English cowslip flowering freely, also a num- ber of other polyanthus forms of prim- ula. The tree peonies are just ready to burst into flower and all the herba- ceous plants are starting up strongly after their winter's rest. The whole of the wooded island, in fact, with its birds, squirrels and other animal life, supplementing the beauty of the trees and shrubs, is a pleasant place these bright spring days. [Since the above was written a change has come over the scene and the wintry weather has sadly crippled the beauty of the foliage in many cases. The lilacs have in most places been ruined and the display generally of flowering plants and shrubs serious- ly curtailed. — Ed.] HUNTSVILLE, AXA. — A Severe hail- storm, April 15, damaged the green- houses of John T. Fischer to the ex- tent of $3,000. Staatsbubg, N. Y. — Three large greenhouses, one each for grapes, roses and palms, are being erected on the Dinsmore estate. New York. — Hanges & Papagelis, 252 West One Hundred and Sixteenth street, have filed a petition in bank- ruptcy with liabilities $4,825 and assets $30 in accounts. THE ROSE. Care of the Young: Stock. The young rose stock will need care- ful handling from now on in several different ways. The plants must be shitted along into larger pots at the right time; never let them become pot- bcund and be sure to drain them care- fully. Again they must be kept free of weeds; nothing softens up the young stock like a growth of weeds, besides which they take much of the strength from the soil. They should be re- moved as soon as they are late enough to pull easily. Of course there is con- siderable skill required to water pot roses properly, and also some patience, for one must make haste slowly. The driest plants should be gone over first and carefully spotted out with the wa- tering pot before giving them a general watering with the hose. Grafted stock requires much more water, as a rule, than own-root stock, owing to a quick- er root action and many more roots to the plant being a year ahead of the own-root stock in this respect. The grafts must be tied firmly and it is best to remove all of the raffia and slake the plants as soon as possible after they have been shifted from the small pots. A great many fine plants are often spoiled by neglecting to re- move the raffia at the right time. See to it also that the plants are given plenty of room. A very good idea is to place a row of plants across the bench with the pots touching, and let the room they require be between the rows. When this is done one can syringe with great force without upset- ting the plants and force must be used when syringing to keep down the spider. SUMMER ROSES. The summer roses should be care- fully looked after at this time, that is, Kaiserin and other varieties that have been kept dormant during the dead of winter and started up of late. Give theni plenty of air and stir the mulch frequently; it will not be advisable to let them bloom all at one time and by a little judicious pinching the crop can be split up, which is a great help to the plants, as there would natu- rally be a great many flowers come with only a few inches length of stem, which had better remain to shape or strengthen up the plants; they should also be kept tied up nicely and kept free of weeds. The regular stock should be in ex- cellent condition now, as it has had time to take on an extra growth dur- ing the bright warm spring days, such as we have experienced here in the eastern states. The plants must be kept mulched, but not too heavily, using thoroughly rotted manure for this work, the mulch being put on chiefly to protect and to keep the roots cool, while the feeding should be accomplished by using liquid ma- 668 The American Florist. April JO, nure once per week at full strength. A little air should be left on the houses now at night and do not be in any great hurry to dispense with the services of the night fireman. The greatest danger lies in the weaken- ing effect the early morning chill has on the plants, caused by condensa- tion, and as long as the weather is cool enough between midnight and daylight to cause the condensation to cover the foliage, so long should the Retail store of A. I. Simmons, Chicago. The illustrations herewith give a very good idea of the new store of A. I. Simmons, 242 W. Sixty-third street, Chicago. Mr. Simmons has rebuilt the whole place from the foundations up and the new store is 30x40 feet with a greenhouse at the rear 25x30 feet. The woodwork in the store is in co- lonial style and is carried out in green, white and mahogany. The ceiling is very decorative and is of steel. The INTERIOR OF THE NEW STORE OF A. I. SIMMONS, SIXTY-THIRD STREET, CHICAGO firing continue. Keep the pipes painted regularly with sulphur and do not let the houses heat up quickly in the morning. Raise and lower the ventilators gradually. The buds will from now on lose something in size and substance; especially is this true of the plants that have been forced through the season. By prompt dis- budding this can be remedied to a certain extent by pinching out the lat- terals as soon as they can be handled. Keep everything moving, including the compost and if it comes to taking the men out of the rose houses or hiring extra help, do the latter — it pays. E. Dayton, O. — The Florists' Club held its annual banquet April 14 at the Phillips. The floral decorations were beautiful and a number of short talks on things floricultural were interest- ing. La CR0S8E, Wis. — The Florists' As- sociation met April 19. P. Zoelner. of the Oak Grove Cemetery Association, gave a talk on the culture of roses and C. E. Schaffer, of the La Crosse Floral Co., talked about carnations and their culture. After this there was a gen- eral discussion by those present of these two subjects. At the next meet- ing Mr. Sallenthin will talk on the watering of plants and Mr. Schaffer on the soil conditions for carnations, after which there will be a general interchange of ideas on these two topics. fixtures were designed by Mr. Sim- mons and are certainly a great credit to him f.s is the store in its entirety. He finds that the new store has in- creased his business from 40 to 50 per cent, a good indication of how an attractive store, coupled with good treatment of customers, will draw trade. His counter top consists of a solid piece of cypress 4x20 feet and ffiur inches thick. We congratulate Mr. Simmons on his spirited policy and trust he will continue to receive its due reward in increased custom. CHRYSANTHEMUMS Current Work. Propagating the stock for commer- cial cut flower purposes should be pushed steadily along now, every avail- able cutting in good condition should be taken until the required quantity is in the sand and an allowance made for a small surplus to replace any sickly plants that may crop up or to take care of any increased plant- ings that may be later decided on. To be able to obtain full double blooms of good size and in good season with the early varieties there must not be ony more delay in propagating. They will require all the time possible from this date on to get them in the best condition. The same can be said for most of the second early and mid- season sorts. Successful propagation of chrysanthemums at this season re- quires a fresh, clean, sharp sand and ample watering of the cuttings to pre- vent any wilting. Draughts must be guarded against and enough shading provided to keep the cuttings in a fresh, plump condition. As soon as root action has begun pot the cuttings before any weakening occurs by rapid root growth which quickly happens at this season of the year if left over long in the sand. The early propagated plants being grown on for show blooms or fancy commercial flowers now in 2% or 3- inch pots should be given larger pots as often as they require them. Firm potting, plenty of ventilation, a cool temperature and space enough be- tween the plants to guard against a spindly growth are the ideal condi- tions right along for these plants. Do not neglect the fumigation; this is something that if closely followed up now will save lots of trouble after the weather gets warmer. One of the INTERIOR OF THE NEW STORE OF A. I. SIMMONS, SIXTY THIRD STREET, CHICAGO^ igio. The American Florist. 669 most important points in growing this high grade stock is to allow the plants to make a short, stocky growth and to avoid any unnecessary coddling. The specimen plants and standards for exhibition purposes should now be making rapid growth. The bright days, allowing for plenty of ventila- tion and frequent syringings, give con- ditions favorable to quick plant growth. Do not allow these plants to become root bound for want of potting into a larger size. If this part of the work is not followed up closely the plants get hard and woody, causing them to bud up, a condition that re- quires considerable time to overcome. At every potting the soil for these plants can be used a little coarser and richer, but plenty of drainage must be provided. The pinching back of the shoots or growths is a very important item and should be looked after every day or two. Keep them well pinched back, as every pinching hastens an- other shoot and the more shoots the plants can be made to produce from now on so much larger will be the specimen. The standards and half standards should now be forming their heads, and they should have the stems properly supported by being staked up to prevent any toppling over. The singles, pompons and anemone pompons are very popular now and ideal subjects for growing into large specimens for exhibition or other pur- poses. Most of them are easy doers and respond readily to this mode of culture. They are of more rapid growth than the large flowered varie- ties, consequently small plants now can be pushed along into fine speci- mens by fall. The one most important thing to remember is to keep them well pinched, as they are inclined to leggy growth. The soil or compost heap for the main plantings should be prepared at this time so that it has a chance to become thoroughly incorporated. Choose a stiff soapy loam if possible, using one part of well rotted manure to three parts of soil, mixing them thoroughly; then stack in a pile until needed and keep down any weeds that appear on it. C. W. JOHNSOX. FLORISTS' PALMS. Carnation Mis. J. C. V..ughan. The accompanying illustration shows a flower of Carnation Mrs. J. C. Vaughan, nearly four inches across, grown by E. J. Coster, proprietor of the Saskatchewan Greenhouses, Prince Albert, Sask. Mr. Coster has been re- tailing this variety all winter at $1.50 per dozen and says that the variety does well with him. POUGUKEEPSIE, N. Y. — Catherine Powers, widow of the late M. J. Lynch and mother of T. W. Lynch, J. M., J. E., Mary and Catherine Lynch, died April 19 after a very brief illness. Mrs. Lynch had not needed the serv- ices of a physician in many years, but a week before her death she took cold and pneumonia followed, to which she succumbed. She married Mr. Lynch about 40 years ago and they located on South street, where both died. After her husband's death Mrs. Lynch and her sons carried on the business and this will be continued by them. Work in the Palm Houses. The regular spring housecleaning and repotting should now be in full swing in the palm houses, for thor- ough work at this season will help materially in the production of good, saleable stock for the following au- tumn and winter. The heat and mois- ture that are necessary in the growing of stock of this character bring about conditions that are trying to bench lumber, and unless cypress is the ma- terial used for this purpose there are sure to be found many rotten boards, and much repairing that must be done about of a palm is very liable to loosen it at the collar, and the plants thus handled never grow away so freely as those that are undisturbed after potting. It is natural for these plants to send out some additional roots from around the base, as they make new top growth, and these fresh roots are likely to be disturbed and injured if the plants are carelessly handled. As to potting soil, it may be said in a general way, that palms enjoy a soil that contains plenty of humus, and humus is produced from decayed vegetable matter, and with this in view it is found that the best founda- tion for palm compost is rotted sod. CARNATION MRS. J. C. VAUGHAN SHOWING ACTUAL SIZE. before the plants can be reset in their permanent positions. The benches should be cleaned off anyway in order to get rid of dirt and fungus, and this gives a good opportunity to ex- amine the condition of the lumber; to make all necessary repairs, and to give the bench a good coat of white- wash, or cement wash, and then to cover it with a fresh layer of fine ashes, the latter being about the cleanest and cheapest satisfactory ma- terial upon which to set the pots. Then comes the repotting of the stock for which that particular bench has been reserved, it being taken for granted that the plants have been examined for insects and cleaned, if need be, prior to potting. It is much the better practice to do the clean- ing before the potting, from the fact that no newly potted plant should be subjected to the bending and handling that is unavoidable in dipping and cleaning. Such bending and pulling to which is added about one-flfth to one-fourth of well rotted stable ma- nure, a good grade of the latter being formed from equal portions of horse and cow manure. If the soil is very heavy, many growers add peat to make it more open, and also use a moderate quantity of bone dust or other prepared fertilizer as an extra stimulant. Sheep manure mixed in the soil does not seem to have very much value, though it is useful as an occasional stimulant to well-rooted stock when given in liquid form. Much the same may be said for dried blood, this substance giving poor re- sults when mixed with the potting soil, but being taken up quite readily by pot-bound palms. It will help such to recover and maintain the color in their foliage. Soot from soft coal is also beneficial in a liquid form, though to be avoided in the compost. But all these strongly nitrogenous manures should be used cautiouslv. 670 The American Florist. April 30, for too strong an application will make the foliage soft, and the leaf stems so brittle that they will some- times break fr«m a vigorous syringing. Bone dust is a safe fertilizer, if one can secure it of good quality, for bone decays but slowly, and consequently liberates its plant food gradually. But as the packing houses now save so many by-products from their bones, there is not much fertilizing value left in the average sample of ground bpne, its chief constituent being lime, and while lime helps in some soils, yet it is not a special fertilizer for pot plants in general. Another detail in the preparation of potting soil for palm growing is the suggestion not to use a sieve too much. It is not needful to use sifted soil for any pots larger than 2 or 3-inch sizes, for if the soil is properly prepared and thoroughly mixed, the lumps will be well broken without sifting, and some of the coarser portion of the soil will answer well to cover the drainage in the bot- tom of the pot. Pot firmly, using a rammer for all pots from the 5-inch size up, for a firmly potted palm not only grows better, but is also much more satisfactory to the storeman or decorator who ultimately handles it. Firm potting makes thorough water- ing needed, and in most cases at least two goods waterings will be required in order to moisten the soil down to the bottom of the pots. All newly pot- ted stock should be kept a little closer in regard to ventilation for a few weeks, or until they begin to grow freely, at the same time keeping a moist atmosphere by means of regular syringing in bright weather, and suf- ficient shading on the glass to protect and keep color in the foliage. Old plants that may have been used for decorating are liable to be in a sad condition at the end of the season, and some of them will not be worth keeping over, but others may be worth saving, and will need repotting to give them a fresh start. Some of these may be benefited by having the roots washed out before repotting, thus keeping the pots down to a con- venient size, but in any case they will need the same careful and firm re- potting, and should also have extra care in watering, spraying, and shad- ing until the roots resume active growth, W. H. TAPLi.v. The Double White Narcissus. The double white or gardenia flow- ered narcissus (N. poetieus fl. pi. or N. albus plenus odoratus) is one of the finest of all flowers for choice decora- tive purposes around Memorial day. Besides its chaste beauty there is the fact that, after the flowers are cut. they may be kept in the icebox for over a week, so that if they are not timed exactly right for any special day, they can be held over, even longer than this in special instances. This being the case, retailers often buy in advance. In many places this beauti- ful narci.ssus has been badly hit b: the wintry weather, but not in all, and there are some growers who will have a fine stock. Narcissus poetieus fl. pi. thrives on any good and mod- erately light soil, and those who grow for their own retail stores should plant it in quantity. Its worst fault is that after being planted in the same posi- tion a few years, it occasionally sends up blind flower buds, but this is usu- ally overcome by transplanting into a new position. To Be Done Now. IN THE GBEENHOUSES. Pot up the young Pandanus Veitchi from cuttings as soon as ready and keep the propagating bench working full time as long as the heat is used. Push on with the potting of palms as fast as possible and allow a rather closer, moister atmosphere afterwards. Feed pelargoniums advancing for flower and lay some tobacco stems about the stage underneath them to keep green fly at a distance. Double NarctEsus Poetieus. The variegated salvia is a fine thing for subtropical bedding. Grow the plants in rather poor soil, as this helps the color. Never keep old cinerarias around after they have passed the useful stage. They are great breeders of insects, especially fly and the leaf borer. Place thunias in the full sun in a brisk moist temperature. Very few flowers will be produced in a shady Dlace. Repot fancy leaved caiadiums as soon as ready. If they are forced into flowering by being allowed to get pot bound they will not make much leaf growth afterwards. It is better to sow annuals outdoors, even if they are a little later, than to attempt to grow more plants than there is room for under glass and get the seedlings crowded and spoilt. Whenever any replating of benches takes place see that they are in good order. Take no chances on a bench falling down and ruining a crop. Avoid overwatering sweet peas just at the time the flower buds are form- ing, as anything that hinders root action then causes the buds to drop. OUTDOORS. Sow annuals plentifully, both for cutting and a display in the beds. These form one of the cheapest meth- ods of making a good show. Make good any losses in pansy beds in order that the display will be even and not patchy. Stock arriving from nurseries in full leaf, as much of it is just now, will need especial care to keep it alive. Low growing shrubs should be cut back before planting. Harden off all stock in frames by leaving the lights off as much as pos- sible by day, but cover at night, as frosts may occur at any time. The weeds are getting strong already in newly planted shrubberies. They should be taken out and burnt and the surface soil loosened. Certain lawns and portions of lawns almost always burn up quickly in a hot summer. Such places should not be cut too closely, so set the lawn mower knives up a little when using it here. Look out carefully for "blind" plants when setting out cauliflowers. They require a rich, light soil. Propagate cowslips, polyanthuses and other primroses by division of the plants as soon as the flowers are over. Replace storm washed gravel in garden walks, destroy any weeds that are showing and tidy them up gen- erally for the summer. Lighten the tops of lilac bushes a little when cutting the flowers to al- low the light and air to reach the center of the plants, Washington. The rainy spell we have experienced during the past two weeks was much needed, and has added new vim to the outdoor stock. There was some im- provement in business, funeral work being especially plentiful. There seems to be an ever supply of good stock, which is moving very slowly, on ac- count of the outdoor flowers. The prospects for next week are very promising, however, judging by the number of weddings booked. Tom F. Gude, John Robertson, W. W. Kimmell, Geo. H. Cooke and Elmer Mayberry, the committee, announce that the annual banquet of the Flor- ists' Club will be held at Rauscher's hall. Commercial avenue and L street. Tuesday evening. May 3, at 7:30 p. m., and they hope to have a good attend- ance of the members, their wives and friends. Tickets are $1.50 per plate. A very interesting programme has been arranged, and there is no reason why all should not have the time of their lives. A short business session will be held prior to meeting. G. S. Trenton, N. J. A feature of the past week was the great amount of lilac being sold. In the stores, markets and on street stands, it was everywhere plentiful. Martin C. Ribsam, successor to C. Ribsam & Son, whose store was re- cently damaged by fire, is now located at Broad and Academy streets, and is doing a fine business. Just as soon as the necessary repairs have been made on the building at the former location on the corner of Broad and Front streets, the business will be reinstalled there. W. J. Chinnick's plant business seems very prosperous. Great quanti- ties of plants are being sold at his stand in the market. H. E. Blackman has a very neat re- tail store at 135 North Broad street and is having his share of business. The cut flower and plant business of Carlman Ribsam at 31 Wall street, is in a flourishing condition. The store of Frank J. Clark on Broad street is attractive and pros- perous. tOIO. The American Florist. 671 Pittsburg. STOCK CLEANS UP WELL. The end of the week found a gen- eral clean-up on almost all kinds of flowers. Carnations especially were in most active demand, the supply not being equal to it for the past two weeks, and by Saturday, helped by a number of store openings, not a car- nation was to be seen in any wholesale house. Roses, which have been a glut, moved freely and a clean-up was ex- perienced in that line also. Good Spanish iris is very scarce and sweet peas sell at sight. American Beauty roses, while plentiful, have held their own fairly well. Lilies are still in over- supply with prices slightly better. Asparagus plumosus and Sprengeri, both local and southern stock, is ar- riving in such quantities that half of it is being thrown away. NOTES. The McCallum Co. is now receiving the summer cut of roses, long stem Kaiserin being quite an improvement over Bride. F. H. Westhoft, De Hav- en, is consigning this firm some carna- tions that should have blue ribbons. The death of "Budget" Seaman, the well known football player and coach, Washington, Pa., caused a big demand for flowers. A floral football field made by Philips & Sedan of that city was one of the many designs. Two new firms are slated to open up soon, one on Frankstown avenue and one in the new Oliver building. A. W. Smith reports quite a run on special American Beauty roses and is moving immense quantities. Geo. Marshall, of the Pittsburg Cut Flower Co., is the democratic candi- date for select council. Geo. Eickhorn, who formerly ran a stand in the market, is now in the • employ of F. Ueberle. G. & J. W. Ludwig have been busy with a number of luncheons, many being in the east end. Marshall Anderson reports that his new store in Oakland is pushing ahead right along. The Pittsburg Cut Flower Co. is strong on fine Killarney and White Killarney roses. Miss A. L,. Wells, SteubenvlUe, O., has returned from her sojourn in Cal- ifornia. John Harris has been spending the past week in Ohio and West Virginia. Mrs. E. A. Williams has had a num- ber of elaborate decorations lately. J. B. Murdoch Co. is moving its business to 122 Ninth street. The South View Floral Co. is cut- ting a nice crop of callas. B. Eisner has been on the sick list for the past few days. Walter Paul is now with W. D. Faulk in Homestead. J. St. Paul. When the maple trees were in bloom March 20 and all trees quite green with leaves by April 1 it was predicted by a few "wise ones" that vegetation would suffer from cold weather later. While the loss to agri- culturists and horticulturists through- out the state will be heavy, I do not think the florists will be heavy losers. Early peonies and some other peren- nials are badly damaged, as some buds •were quite well developed, but no tender plants like carnations have been put out so the loss on that stock cannot be considered. Some bedding plants in hotbeds may have been slightly nipped. The mercury dropped to 20° on Friday night last and Satur- •day and Sunday nights water froze ■quite hard. All lilacs, Spirea Van Houttei and early flowering shrubs In bud were badly frozen. Some snowballs are killed but some not far enough along are all right. Nearly all fruits are killed — late apples and strawberries alone excepted. Early garden truck is hurt severely. The foliage on many trees, box elder, maple, elm, linden, etc., is in some instances frozen black. Many of the early tulips, narcissi, etc., were through blooming, but the later ones caught it badly and were frozen to the ground unless protected. O. J. Olson, of Holm & Olson, has the sympathy of the trade in the loss of his mother, who was drowned in Phalen creek. Friends and relatives of the aged women think that she was killed by an accidental fall from the bridge over the creek. D. D. D. Urbana-Champai/TD, 111. The recent cold weather has done considerable damage to the fruit in this locality. Dr. P. J. Burrill is of the opinion that the apple crop in this section is a total loss. All the small fruit seems to have perished also. In southern Illinois orchardists have been fighting with smudges, but as yet it is difficult to say whether or not the work has been successful. Prof. Blair has spent considerable time directing this work in the station orchards. The foliage on shade trees, and on most shrubs, which was dense and luxuri- ant for this season of the year, was also killed. Saturday morning the thermometer at the experiment sta- tion greenhouses registered 28°, and Sunday morning it had dropped to 23°. On going through the herbaceous grounds one finds that aquilegias, monardas, coreopsis, hollyhocks and many other plants are frozen nearly to the ground. Some species of aqui- legia were already in flower, but when the sun made its appearance for a short time on Sunday the flowers wilted, and turned black. The early peonies are also killed. A few of the later varieties were just beginning to come through the ground, and it is hoped that these are not injured. The florists have suffered but little loss. Gus. Johnson reports that his peonies are killed. Thos. Franks & Son report that all tender plants are still under shelter, but that peonies and other perennials are frozen. Arno H. Nehbling. Cincinnati. TRADE BETTER. During the past week quite a little activity has been noticed in the cut flower market and better clearances have been possible in all lines. Un- doubtedly business will rapidly gain its normal state as the demand for all kinds of flowers has increased and this, with the shortening up of supply, has enabled the grower to realize something like a living price for his product. American Beauty roses at this writing are not equal to the de- mand, while teas of all varieties are moving better with the call for white predominating. Carnations have stiff- ened in all colors, the price advanc- ing a cent on colored, while the best white are fetching $3 per 100. There are just about enough lilies to go around and sweet peas are not equal to the demand. Bulbous stock is on the down grade and another week will see its finish. In the green goods line, smilax is the only scarce article, there being enough asparagus for all wants. NOTES. Dave and Ollie Honaker came up from Lexington last Sunday to see our baseball club put the kibosh on the Chicagos, but as the cubs turned the tables and won easily they concluded to stay over and see the mighty Hans Wagner of the Pittsburgs. However, rain, snow and baseball don't mix very well and on Tuesday afternoon a long distance telephone message called them home on account of a large funeral order. Too bad, Dave. S. The bowling club got together again at Willert's bowling alleys Monday night and while some very good scores were made still no records were smashed. We hope the same interest will prevail and that our city will be represented at Rochester next August with a first-class team. Geo. Tromey has opened a branch store on Walnut and Sixth streets, and says that so far he is well satisfied with the investment. New Orleans. SEVERE DROUGHT. The season here is now over as far as the plant trade is concerned. The Easter trade was a very brisk one, in fact the best in many years, and the florists are well satisfied. The week of the Shriners' convention was also quite brisk. The weather of late has been quite unfavorable to the grow- ers, there being no rain for the last two months and everything is parch- ing. The private gardens about the city are now at their best, one mass of flowers. NOTES. The German Gardeners' Club gave its annual fishing outing on Thursday, April 21, to Peach Orchard, where a very enjoyable day was spent by about 20 members. Henry Krack and Louis Buckner in their excitement in fishing capsized their boat, but escaped with a good ducking. At the last meeting the following officers were installed for the ensuing year; Robt. Reinecke, president; Louis Buckner, vice-presi- dent; Otto Werner, secretary; John Rinck, treasurer. At the meeting of the Horticultural Society, April 21, it was decided the society would take its outing this year to Grand Isle, on the Gulf of Mexico, for three days some time in June. The members were guests of President A. Alost, at Rose Villa, April 17, 30 mem- bers and friends participating. A. Alost and Robt. Reinecke leave in the early part of June for an ex- tended trip to Europe and expect to be gone three months. Ed Baker is making good headway with the tree nursery of the Park As- sociation. The Metaire Ridge Nursery is still . sending out fine stock of cut roses. Jas. A. Newsham is quite busy ship- ping orchids all over the country. Chas. Eble has made more additions to his greenhouse plant. Richard Eichling is the happy fath- er of a fine girl. C. W. Eichling is nearly sold out of his new fern. D. OBITUARY. John Murray. John Murray, of Pawtucket, R. I., died at his home April 9, at the age of 75. Mr. Murray was a gardener of the old school, and was well versed on all kinds of hardy and greenhouse plants. Thirty years ago, Mr. Murray was one of the best known gardeners around Boston, and had charge of some of the best known private es- tates there. He lived in Pawtucket for the past 30 years and always fol- lowed his profession of gardener. He is survived by three daughters and two sons, his wife having died some years ago. J. Bristow. 672 The American Florist. April JO, TheAmerigan Florist 18SS Twenty-Fifth Year 1910 Subscription, United States and Mexico $1.00 ;! year: Canada $2.00; Europe and Countries in Postal Union, $2.50. Subscriptions accepted onlyfrom those in the trade. When sending us change of address always send the old address at the same time. Advertising rates on application. From the first issue the American Florist has accepted only trade advertisements. Advertisements must reach us Tuesday (earlier if possible), as we go to press Wednesday. We do not assume any responsibility for the opinions of our correspondents. Eastern Representatives: A. F. Faulkner. 1133 Broadway. New York. ROBT. KiFT. 1725ChestnutSt., Philadelphia, Pa. THE AMERICAN FLORIST, 324 Dearborn St.. CHICAGO THIS ISSUE 52 PAGES WITH COVER CONTENTS. Window boxes and lawn vases 663 — Filling window boxes 663 — Lawn and porch vases and baskets.. 664 — Plants for window boxes and vases... 664 — Window boxes at Buffalo (illus) 664 — A prettily arranged window garden (lUus) 664 — Veranda box by Thorley, New Tork (illus) 665 Memorial day preparations 664 Notes on the Chicago parks 666 John Bertermann's automobile (illus.).. 667 The rose 667 — Care of the young stock 667 New store of A. I. Simmons, Chicago (illus) 668 Chrysanthemums 668 — Current work 668 Carnation Mrs, J. C. Vaughan (Illus) . . 669 Florists' palms 669 — Work in the palm houses 669 The double white narcissus (illus) .... 670 To be done now 670 Washington 670 Trenton, N. J 670 Pittsburg 671 St. Paul 671 Urbana-Champaign, 111 671 Cincinnati 671 New Orleans 671 Obituary 671 — John Murray 671 National Council of Horticulture 672 The American Carnation Society 672 The government experiment gardens . . 672 Northern Indiana florists 672 Meetings next week 672 Chicago 674 Boston 678 Philadelphia 679 New York 680 Detroit 683 Milwaukee 683 The seed trade 686 — Seed corn in Ohio 686 — Imports 686 Market gardeners 688 — Asparagus 688 — Asparagus beetles 68S — Over-year seed 688 • — Prices of indoor fruits and vegetables 688 Cleveland 689 The nursery trade 690 — Alleged false consular invoice 690 — Rochester, N. T 690 — National school of forestry 690 St. Louis 692 Indianapolis 692 Providence 693 Toronto 694 Glen Cove, N. T 69,=i Kansas City 696 Baltimore 704 Grand Rapids, Mich 705 Wichita, Kans 706 Albany, N. T 708 It is always bad policy to risk ten- der stock outdoors in advance of tJie usual time, without adequate facili- ties for protection. PROF. ADOLPH BUISSENS, of the School of Horticulture at Vilvorde, Belgium, who visited a number of our commercial establishments last year in the interest of the Belgium govern- ment, has prepared an illustrated bul- letin on his observations, which has just been issued at Brussels by the minister of agriculture. The firms vis- ited included Poehlmann Bros. Co., Bassett & Washburn, Peter Reinberg, Geo. Wittbold Co., and Vaughan's Greenhouses, Chicago; Henry A. Dreer and Robert Craig Co., Philadelphia; F. R. Pierson Co., Tarrytown, N. T.; Cottage Gardens, Queens, N. Y.; Julius Roehrs Co., and Bobbink & Atkins, Rutherford, N. J.; the Dale Estate, Brampton, and John H. Dunlop, To- ronto, Ont. ^ National Council of Horticulture. The fourth installment of the press service of the National Council of Horticulture contains articles on "The Moonvine," "Where Roses Grow Well," "Fragrant Flowers," and "Pre- paring the Garden Soil." The articles are timely and practical and are en- tirely free to nurserymen, seedsmen, florists and local editors applying for them to James H. Burdett, 1620 West 104th place, Chicago. CLEANING Up Day has been fixed as May 1 in many cities of the United States and whenever our florist and nursery fiiends have an opportunity they should seek to aid such a move- ment in their home town or city. Now the Grand Army is said to be trying to put a ban on the use of plants and flowers on Memorial day because of high prices. We have not heard of the members of this honor- able body stinting themselves in other lines because the working men de- mand better pay. The American Carnation Society. CABNATIONS REGISTERED. By Henry Eichholz, Waynesboro, Pa. — Princess Charming. — Helen Bos- eler X Enchantress; salmon pink, three to four inches; very strong, vig- orous grower; very free producer of first-class flowers. Keeping and ship- ping qualities excellent. Christmas Cheer. — Alvina X Victory, fiery scar- let; two to three inches: habit dwarf, though stems reach iVz feet after Christmas; extremely floriferous. Will produce 100 or more blooms per plant in a season. Especially fine for pot culture. Through an error this name is printed Winter Cheer in the judges' report in the annual report. A. F. J. BAUB, Secy. Cola Weather Injures Vegetation. The cold weather experienced in the middle west late last week and early this week damaged nursery stock, fruits and early vegetable crops throughout that region very consider- ably. The weather was not unusual for April but, following an abnormal- ly mild March, vegetation was bound to suffer. Fruit trees and grapes ap- pear to have been injured most se- verely, while small truckers in Kan- sas and Missouri, whose crops of early vegetables were well advanced, lose heavily. The peony growers face a considerable shortage in their crops of flowers this season but it is not possible to estimate their loss at this time as the low temperature in most sections was accompanied by snow, which will undoubtedly protect the plants to some extent. The few car- nation growers who had stock in the field will lose a considerable portion of it. Very little bedding stock ap- pears to have been exposed. The Government Experiment Gardens. Peter Bisset, of the Bureau of Plant Industry, Department of Agriculture, Washington, D. C, has returned to headquarters after an extended inspec- tion tour of the government experi- mental work at many points through- out the United States, including the bulb farm at Bellingham, Wash., the experiment garden at Chico, Calif., now in charge of Dr. Van Fleet, the experiment garden at Brownsille, Tex- as, etc. Mr. Bisset speaks very favor- ably of the work in general and is particularly pleased with the progress made in Dutch bulb culture at Bel- lingham. Much of Mr. Bisset's time on this tour was devoted to investiga- tion of the various public parks and similar institutions in the west and on the Pacific coast with a view to se- lecting the most desirable locations for trials of new ornamental trees, shrubs and perennials recently introduced from China and other countries. '.Northern In(Jiana Florists. The Northern Indiana Florists' As- sociation met in Rochester April 20 in regular meeting and the members were given an address of welcome by Mayor Omar B. Smith in the Commer- cial club rooms, where the meeting convened. President Dederick re- sponded. The out-of-town members present included: W. W. Dederick, WarsaAv; J. S. Stuart, Anderson; W. S. Hall, Anderson; A. J. Wagoner, Columbia City; D. C. Noble, Columbia City; Willis Kinyol, South Bend; G. W. Stumpner. Argos; J. A. E. Hall, Anderson; C. C. Arnold, North Jud- son; Dloyd Isanberger, Warsaw; George Pastor, Huntington; Harry White, North Manchester. Secretary J. H. Shelton received letters from several members who sent regrets. The morning session was taken up with business matters and it was de- cided that the association be incorpo- rated. Different members gave short talks in which they gave their expe- riences for the betterment of the florists' business in general. Directors for the association elected at this meeting are: A. J. Wagoner, W. S. Kircher, J. S. Stuart, D. C. Noble, George Pastor, Harry White and J. H. Shelton. At 1:30 o'clock the members of the association, with Mayor Smith as guest of honor, enjoyed a banquet at the American restaurant. Following the banquet the business meeting was re- sumed at the Commercial club rooms. The visitors were all quite favorably impressed with the beauty of the city and complimented the local craftsmen on their excellent greenhouses. The annual meeting, which is to be held the third Wednesday in July, will be at Winona Lake, where the associa- tion will open permanent headquarters. Meetings Next Week. Albany, N. Y.. May 5. 8 p. m.— Albany Florists' Club, W. C. King's. 24 and 26 Steuben street. „ _ , Butralo. N. T., May 3, 8 p. m.— Buffalo Florists' Club, 385-387 Ellicott street. Chicago. May 5, 8 p. m. — Chicago Florists Club Union Restaurant. Ill Randolph street. Dayton O.. May 2. 8 p. ni. — Dayton Flor- ists' Club, 37 E. Fifth street. Detroit. Mich., May 2, 8 p. m.— Detroit Florists' Club. Cowie building, 42-44 Gratiot ''^Gran'd Rapids, Mich., May 2.— Grand Rapids Florists' and Gardener's Club, of- fice of member. „ IndlanapoUs. Ind., May 3. 3:30 p. ni.— State Florists' Association of Indiana, State Lake Geneva. Wis., May 7. 8 p. m.— Lake Geneva Gardeners' and Foremen's Associa- tion. News building. ,^ ^ , . Louisville, Ky.. May 3, 8 p. m.— Kentucky Society of Florists, Third and Broadway. Milwaukee. Wis., May 5. 8 p. m. — Mil- waukee Florists' Club, Quiet House, corner Broadway and Mason street. igro. The American Florist. 673 AIoDtrenl, Que., May 2, 7:45 p. ra. — Mon- treal Gardeners' and Florists' Crub, Royal Guardians' building, 211 Sherbroolc street, west. New Orleans, La., May 4, 8 p. m. — German Gardener's Club. 624 Common street. Newport, R. I., May 4. — Newport Horti- cultural Society. Pasadena, Calif., May 6, 8 p. ra. — Pasa- dena Gardeners' Association, Board of Trade rooms. West Colorado street. Philadelphia, Pa., May 3, 8 p. m. — Florists' Club of Philadelphia, Horticultural Hall, Broad street. Pittsburg. Pa.. May 3, 8 p. m. — Florists' and Gardeners' Club, of Pittsburg, Port Pitt Hotel, 10th street and Penn avenue. St. Paul. Minn.. May 3, 8 p. m. — IVIinne- sota State Florists' Association, 510 Snelling avenue, north. San Francisco. Calif., May 7. — Pacific Coast Horticultural Society. WasbiugtoD, D. C, May 3, 8 p. m. — Flor- ists' Club of Washington, 1214 F. street, N. W. Wants, For Sale, Etc One Cent Per Word, Cash with Adv. rorPlant Advs.. See Ready Reference Section. Where answers are to be mailed from this office, encloie 10 cents extra to cover posta&re. etc Situation Wanted— Gardener wishes posit on; thoiouKhly understands erowine of fl 'wcrs, Iruils and vepeiables under gla^s and outside care of lawn, etc : only places whtre a first-class man is wanted need apply Key 49S. car*- American Florist. Situation Wanted— On private place by compe- tent grower ot carnations, roses, 'mums and cut flowers in gpneral. as well as pot planis. life exper- ience best references; age 31; please state salary and particulars in first letter. Address Key 502. care American Florist. Situation Wanted— .^s working foreman: Ger- man. siDkile; 18 years' experience in growing rosps carnations 'mums, bulbs arid general stock p'ants; also good desitner and decorator; sober. honest and uood worker; have the best of refer- ences; can take full charge of any place; state wages. Key SOi. care American Florist. Help Wanted— Two good potters at once; $25 09 to JiO.UO per month, wiih board. Paul Lif.bsch. Batavia, N. Y. Help Wanted — Man for all 'round work in green- house and small nu'sery : married man with small family. Levant Colk, Battle Creek. Mich. Help Wanted--For greenhouse work; three or four good potters. Apply to Bassett & Washburn, Hinsdale. 111. Help Wanted— Two expert landscape garden- ers, at once; $ 5.0'J to $ 8.00 a week work all y- ar round; only good men need to applv. Address Box 29. \\aterloo, Iowa. Help Wanted— Young man in a growing sbjp- pinii place witt> a chance to share in the bu-iine^is in future; must be a ^ood piopagator. careful and conscientous worker and not afraid to tackle any job. J. L. 5CHILLER. Toltdo. O. Help Wanted— First-class rose and carnation .grower. Also one or two young men for pot plants in mail o der department: must be rapid potters and able to water. State experience and salary wanted. Address Iowa Sefd Company. Des Moines. Iowa. Help Wanted— At once, a working foreman, married, capable of handling help to adva-ntage. on place of 35.*'00feet of tlass. where roses, carna- tions, 'mums, bedding plants and general stock are grown to supply our store; must be a pro ducer of first class stock; send copies of refer- ences: state age and wages expected in first letter. John Reck & Sox Bridgeport. Conn. Help Wanted— A middle-aged man to grow roses. 'mums and carnations, Ameiican Beauties in particular; private place, near Philadelphia; will have 5000 ft. of glass to look after for the above menii >ned plants; all modern convenience. Please atswer the following Questions: How long in rose houses; where and for whom; salary re ccived; how long in dilierent places. J. F. Clark, Torresdalc. Pa. Help Wanted— .■\ licensed greenhouse fireman to work on large establishment located in the country near Boston: modern boiler house: must be experienced in greenhouse work and willing to do all kinds of work during summer; must be thoroughly reliable in every way; wages $45.00 a month the year around with five-room house near establishment. Address Key 503, care American Florist. For Sale— About 5000 feet of glass, with dwell- ing: no competition; can »ell more than you can grow at good prices. Dwight Greenhouses. Dwight. III. For Sale or Rent -4^.000 square feet of glass. in good location; needs partial rebuilding; rent accordingly, or will sell at reasonable price. Key 460, care American Florist. For Sale— Good greenhouse in one of the most desirable towns, in excellent location; three rail- roads making good sh pping center. A snap. Apply to Wm. Ballard, Perry. Iowa. Fur Sale— Gret'nh uses. 4 500 sq. ft. glass: ground i75x?50 ft.; good workroom: new5ror'm cottage; new barn: in town of S ()(X); Sraihoads; interurban line: is a booming town. Address Key 505. care American Florist. For Sale— Greenhouse property 5C0O feet of glass; Iki acres land in one of the best cities in central Indiana: well stocked and doing a good business: will be sold at a bargain on account ^of bad health of owner. Key 493, care American Florist. For Sale— A well paying florist business of 4 000 square feet of glass m good condition, very cheap, but must be sold for cash at once: the b^si reason given for selling The place is in a crowing college town: natural gas for heating at 10c a thousand. Ch\s Duf-RR Granville, Ohio. FOR SALE. One of the finest equipped, up-to-date florist's business in Oklahoma on the most prominent streets in Shawnee. Okla.; also on the car line; 12.000 square feet of gla^s; steam h at. Business J700permopth and can bedouhlf d. Price: S16.000 one half cash, balance one and two years at six percent. This includes an automobile for deliv- ery. For further particulars write Pike Baker. 106 North Broadway Shawpee. Oklahoma. WANTED. Len-a-pe Violet Plants, State size, price and quantity. Address Key 507, care American Florist. milfordTTlOnoisT a good live town of 1700 people wants a Greenhouse. Write Secretary Commercial Club. Plant Grower. Advertiser wants a first-class grower of pot plants for a retail business; must be competent to handle a general stock of plants and reliable in every respect. Address Key 508, care American Florist. WANTED. Seedsmen capable of earning $1000 per year. state fully your experience in seed business. Address Key 494, care American Florist. FOR SALE Second-hand Greenhouse Bars, 14 ft. lengths, Ic per ft.; 9ft lengths, leper ft. Ventilators, with glass, 6i/2x2 ft., $1.00. WIETOR BROS., 5i wabash Ave., Chicago PLANTSMAN WANTED. One who thoroughly understands plants and their arrangement in a lirst-classretai> store; good salary to the