Talks about Flowers Part 14

Kerosene or coal-oil mixed with water has proved very successful in the destruction of noxious insects and grubs. A tablespoonful of the oil to two gallons of water is the rule for tender plants; for hardy ones it will be necessary probably to have it of greater strength. As the compound does not mix readily, it needs to be thoroughly stirred, and then quickly applied. The best way is to draw it back and forth a few times in a syringe, and then apply.

Water tainted with coal-oil, poured into little holes made in mole tracks, will, it is said, drive them effectually away.

INDEX OF FLORISTS.

For the convenience of our readers who may wish to procure varieties of plants of which we have treated in this work, we give the address of reliable florists who make a specialty of those connected with their address. All of them will furnish their catalogues free when requested.

PANSIES. SEEDS FOR THE WILD GARDEN. B. K. Bliss & Sons, New York City.

VERBENAS, PETUNIAS, FUCHSIAS. C. E. Allen, Brattleboro, Vt.

GERANIUMS. Innisfallen Greenhouses, Springfield, Ohio.

PELARGONIUMS, ORNAMENTAL FOLIAGE PLANTS, GLOXINIAS. John Saul, Was.h.i.+ngton, D. C.

GLADIOLUS, SINGLE DAHLIAS, NOVELTY DAHLIA. V. H. Hallock & Thorp, Queens, N. Y.

COLEUSES--NEW HYBRIDS, DRACaeNAS. H. A. Dreer, Philadelphia, Pa.

CHINESE PRIMROSES, NEW PRIMULA, DOUBLE WHITE BOUVARDIA. Ellis Brothers, Keene, N. H.

NEW MONTHLY PELARGONIUMS. John G. Heinl, Terre Haute, Ind.

WISTARIA. E. H. Ellw.a.n.ger, Rochester, N. Y.

AMARYLLIS, RARE VARIETIES. John L. Child, Queens, N. Y.

LILIES A SPECIALTY. John L. Child; V. H. Hallock & Thorp, Queens, N.

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CAMELLIAS AND AZALEAS. John d.i.c.k jr., 53d st., and Darby Road, Philadelphia, Pa.

AUTHOR'S NOTES.

_Vick's Ill.u.s.trated Magazine_ is the best Floricultural Monthly we know of for amateurs. We are indebted to it for much of the information we have obtained respecting the culture of flowers, and have drawn largely from its pages in this work. There is a finely colored frontispiece in each number, and it is otherwise fully ill.u.s.trated. Its entire arrangement evidences the fine aesthetic taste of its editor and publisher. It is very low at $1.25 per year. Beautifully bound vols., $1.75. Mr. James Vick, Rochester, N. Y.

_The Gardener's Monthly and Horticulturist_ takes a wider range, treating not only of Flowers, but also of Fruit and Vegetable Gardening, Natural History and Science, Forestry, etc. The ample Notes pertaining to the several departments, by its editor, Mr. Thomas Meehan, are of special value. Published by Chas. H. Marot, Philadelphia, Pa., at $2.10 per annum.

"AN ESSAY ON ROSES."

NOTICES OF THE PRESS.

Mrs. M. D. Wellcome of Yarmouth, Me., whose pleasant and helpful "Talks About Flowers" are familiar to the readers of _The Journal_, has published in a neat pamphlet, _An Essay on Roses_, which was read before the Maine Pomological Convention last March, and has since been revised and enlarged for publication. This essay treats the subject historically and descriptively. It considers the cla.s.sification of Roses, tells what Roses to plant, gives suggestions as to the best mode of culture, and furnishes a list of the best hybrids and of the best ever-blooming varieties. Mrs. Wellcome writes with enthusiasm, and from a thorough knowledge and a considerable experience. All lovers of roses, and all amateur horticulturists will find the little monograph interesting and suggestive.

_Boston Journal._

The valuable and instructive _Essay on Roses_ read before the Maine Pomological Convention by Mrs. M. D. Wellcome, has been issued in a neat pamphlet.... Our readers who are familiar with Mrs. Wellcome's writings, will know how to value this production of her busy pen.

_Portland Transcript._

Our well-appreciated correspondent, Mrs. M. D. Wellcome, has published in a neat pamphlet, an essay upon "Roses."... It is an interesting and practical little manual, and will prove a valuable aid to young horticulturists.

_Zion's Herald._

The _Waterville Mail_ says: "Of this essay it is sufficient to say that it was prepared by a graceful writer,--a well-known contributor to the literary department of several prominent Journals, and a skillful florist--and that it secured the approbation of the Convention before whom it was read, and the representatives of the agricultural press."

Rev. J. M. Orrock, editor of _Messiah's Herald_, after describing the work, adds: "The author says in her introduction, 'I have brought you a bouquet of Roses, and there is little of my own but the string that binds them.' It is indeed, a pretty bouquet, and we hope many of her friends will want to see and enjoy it."

Mr. Samuel L. Boardman Esq., editor of the _Home Farm_, says: "This little booklet about Roses is just the plain, sensible guide all amateur growers will be profited by reading. There is just enough of history and sentiment in its opening pages, ample directions for culture, treatment, etc., closing with descriptions of the most desirable Roses, and lists from which to make selections for larger cultivators. Mechanically, the little book is as delicate as a rosebud; and every lover of this queenly flower should procure a copy."

The "Essay" is issued in a neatly ill.u.s.trated pamphlet of 24 pages, with ornamental cover. Price 15 cents. For sale by the author, Yarmouth, Me.

GERANIUMS!

We offer a fine a.s.sortment of Geraniums at =10 CENTS EACH=, for your selection; or we will send =16 FINE SORTS= of our own selection, all labeled, prepaid, by mail, for a remittance of $1.25. We have by far the largest stock of Geraniums in this country.

Roses, Ever Blooming.

We have a fine collection of Roses that we offer, strong flowering plants, labeled, at =10 CENTS EACH=, your choice; or we will send =16 FINE PLANTS= of our own selection, prepaid, by mail, for a remittance of $1.25.

We also offer a fine a.s.sortment of all kinds of flowering plants at the above low price. Send for a catalogue.

Address,

INNISFALLEN GREENHOUSES, SPRINGFIELD, O.

The Latest Novelty in Roses.

NEW HYBRID TEAS.

This new cla.s.s of ROSES combine =HARDINESS=, =CONSTANT BLOOM=, and =DELICATE COLORING=. They originated in England, and are now offered for the first time in this country. For full description of these Roses, and price, send for catalogue.