SPRING FLOWERS

Evening Star, Issue 22463, 7 October 1936, Page 14

SPRING FLOWERS

UNUSUALLY PROLIFIC DISPLAY DOUBLED ENTRIES THIS SEASON HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY'S AWARDS Though gardeners have complained that the season is backward and wet, the spring show of the Dunedin Horticultural Society, opened to-day in the Early Settlers’ Hall was the most prolific ever staged by the society. The entries were almost double those received for any previous spring show, and, at the same time,, the quality was distinctive. The display proved either that the spring weather has not been so uncongenial or that Dunedin gardeners are developing the art of horticulture.

The abundance of flowers surprised the most optimistic of the society’s officials, who found themselves in rather a quandary through having engaged only the two smaller halls months in advance. Had they been able to leave the booking of accommodation till entries dosed, they would certainly have endeavoured to secure the Pioneer Hall, for the show to-day is uncomfortably cramped. The exhibitors, however, have made the best of the difficulty, and the showing of the blooms has not suffered unduly. Among the many features of an outstanding show are ihe miniature rock gardens and the massed displays from the gardens of Miss F. M. Cargill, Lady Sidey, and Mr C. W. Rattray. A glorious blaze of colour is made by the display of cinerarias raised from seed, the result of hybridisation, in Lady Sidey’s conservatory. The rock gardens comprise a new section of the show, and was created by the generosity of Mr W. F. Edmond, who presented a fine cup to further stimulate the growing interest in this phase of gardening. The displays are very artistic. The daffodil section is of exceptional strength numerically, and quality is apparent. In the open classes, the collections come from the gardens of such well-known growers as Messrs J. T. Gray, H. T. Trevena, G. Brownlee, and S. Gasper, while the amateur classes have brought forward all the bestknown growers, as well as a large number of new exhibitors. The daffodils are in wonderful condition, and have come from as far north as Eltham and as far south as Owaka.

The cut flowers present a bewildering mosaic, and very striking are the tulips, unusually numerous for this time of the year. In the past, the tulip classes have been almost neglected, but the strong competition is further indication that the spring has not been so adverse as many have claimed. The cut blooms are so numerous that they occupy several tables, the greater part of one of which is filled with a beautiful collection of cut shrubs. Among the shrubs to claim more than passing notice are Erica Aluliflora Daviesii, very similar to the better-known Erica Melanthera, but of a very pale pink colour, the flowering gooseberry (Ribes Speciosum), and the spindle tree (Viburnum Plicatum). Two striking displays of polyanthus are staged. Mrs Edwards, of York Place, is showing a remarkable strain of orange colour—undoubtedly one of the features for flower growers—and Air William Al'Laren is staging, on behalf of Aliss Ethel Johnstone, his usual fine display of polyanthus.

In the same hall as that utilised for the rock garden section, the ladies present a most colourful and attractive range of table decorations. Iceland poppies are strikingly prominent in the artistic schemes. In one corner is a display of vegetables which warrants more prominence. They were grown at Portobello by Air J. S. M'Cartney, and are proof of the exceptionally early growth possible on the Peninsula. The display is comprehensive and marked with quality, and includes potatoes, onions, celery, rhubarb, parsnips, and spring-grown carrots.

The preservation of flowers by cool storage is illustrated by the Crystal Ice Cream Company’s display. The daffodils and cut flowers were placed in storage a month ago and transported to the hall this morning. Reilly’s have a well-filled stand of lovely daffodils, which are also featured by Aliss M'Ewan. The Breeze Company is displaying a range of pots, and one of the most individual trade displays is that by Floriana, in which a bridal suite is used for a picturesque showing of bouquets. Judging was commenced shortly after noon, and the show was opened to the public from 2 o’clock. It will remain open to-night and all day to-morrow. The awards were:— NARCISSI OPEN CLASS. Championship daffodils, 18 varieties —J. T. Gray 1. Daffodils, six varieties—J. T. Gray Trumpets, six varieties—T. H. Clark 2, C. de Berry 3. incomparabilis, six varieties—C. de Beery 1. Incomparabilis, three varieties—T. H. Clark 2. Incomparabilis, three varieties T. H. Clark 1. Barrii, six varieties—J. T. Gray 1. Leedsii, three varieties—T. H. Clark I, C. de Berry 2. Leedsii, three varieties—C. de Berry Poeticus, three varieties—C. Caspar Poeticus, three varieties—S, Caspar 1, C. de Berry 2. Jonquil hybrid—T. H. Clark 1. Triandius hybrid—T. H. Clark 1. Nine varieties—J. T. Grav 1, T. H. Clark 2. Six varieties—G. H. Brownlee 1, J. T. Gray 2, T. H. Clark 3. OPEN OH AMATEUR CLASS. Twelve varieties (E. O. Reilly)—G. H. Brownlee 1, S. Gaspar 2. Yellow trumpet, seven blooms—T. G. Anderson 1, T. H. Clark 2. Incomparabilis, seven . blooms—J. B. Al'Kinlay 1, Airs H. K, Kirk 2. Le-edsh, seven blooms—T, G. Anderson 1, C. de Berry 2. Poeticus, seven blooms—S. Gaspar I, A. G. Rigby 2. Doubles, seven blooms—S. Gaspar 1, Airs H. K. Kirk 2. Trumpet A—T. H. Clark 1, H. T. Trevena 2. Trumpet B—W. V. Sturmer 1, T. H. Clark 2. Trumpet C—H. T. Trevena 1, T. H. Clark 2. Incomparabilis A—D. G. Alitchell 2. Incomparabilis B—T. G. Anderson 1. Barrii A—H. T. Trevena 1. Barrii E—H. T. Trevena 2. Giant Leedsii—H. T. Trevena 1, T. G. Anderson 2. Leedsii B—H. T. Trevena 1.

Daffodil from divisions 5,6, or 7 T. H. Clark 1, H. T, 'Trevena 2. Double—Mrs H. K. Kirk 1, T. H. Clark 2.

SEEDLING CLASSES. Jncomparabilis A—W. Strachan 2. Incomparabilis B—,l. T. Gray 1. Barrii B—J. T. Gray 1. Leedsii A—J. T. Gray 1. Leeds!i B—J. T. Gray 1. Six distinct seedling daffodils—J. T. Gray 1, Dr W. Sutherland 2. Three distinct seedling daffodils—W. Strachan 2. Six New Zealand-raised varieties—J. T. Gray 1. Throe New Zealand-raised varieties— J. T. Gray 1. POT PLANTS OPEN CLASS. Collection of pot plants—Miss F. M. Cargill 1, Lady Sidey 2. Three greenhouse plants—Miss F. M. Cargill 1. Bowl of bulbs in flower—J. M'Ewen 1, Miss F. M. Cargill 2. Three cinerarias, large flowers—Miss F. M. Cargill 1, Lady Sidey 2. Thfee cinerarias, stellata Lady Sidey 1, Miss F. M. Cargill 2. Two pots of freesias—Lady Sidey 1. Three pots of primulas—Miss F. M. Cargill 1. Pot plant in flower—Lady Sidey 1, Miss F. M. Cargill 2. Three foliage plants—Miss F. M. Cargill 1. OPEN OR AMATEUR CLASSES. Collection of rockery or alpine plants —Miss F. M. Cargill 1, Mrs F. A. Smith 2. AMATEUR CLASS. Six distinct greenhouse plants—E. E. F. Young 1. One pot or bowl of bulbs in flower— E. E. F. Young 1. Two foliage plants—E. E. F. Young 1. Pot or basket of asparagus—E. E. F. Young 1. Two pots of primulas E. E. F. Young 1. Two cinerarias, large flowered—J. G. F. Forest 2. Two greenhouse plants in flower— E. E. F. Young 1. One plant in flower —E. E. F. Young 1 and 2. DECORATIVE WORK ‘ $ OPEN CLASS. Bowl of daffodils—Mrs J. S. M'Cartney 1, Miss J. A. Burgess 2. Bowl of flowers, other than daffodils —Miss J. A. Burgess 1. Decorated basket, large—Mrs J. S. Al'Cartney 1 and 2. Lady’s spray—Mrs J. Gumming 1 and 2. Gent’s buttonhole—Mrs J. S. M'Cartney. Decorated basket, small —Mrs I. Goodger 1, Mrs J. S. M'Cartney 2. Bowl of floating flowers—Mrs J. S. M'Cartney 1 and 2. Table decoration—Mrs W. Reilly 2. OPEN OR AMATEUR CLASSES. Table decoration —Mr I. Goodger 1, Airs M. Fogarty 2, Miss W. Mondy 3. Vase of flowers—Mrs A. C. Stephens 1, Miss J. A. Burgess 2, Mrs I. Goodger 3. Floral cushion—Mabel Duncan 2. Decorated occasional table—Airs I. Goodger 1, Airs A. C. Stephens 3. Decorated bowl of mixed flowers— Mrs W. Reilly 1, Mrs J. S. M'Cartney 2. V 1 AMATEUR CLASS. Vase of daffodils—-Aliss A. Cable 1, Mrs R. Eaton 2. Decorated basket, large—Airs I. Goodgev 1, Alma Troup 2. Decorated basket, small-—Alma Troup 1. Lady’s spray—Alma Troup 1. Gent’s buttonhole—Alma Troup 1. Bowl of daffodils—Alma Troup 1, Airs R. Eaton 2, Mrs E. Harvey 3. Table decoration—Alma Troup 1, Airs I. Goodger 2. Table decoration, for those who have not previously won a prize—Airs R. Eaton 1, Airs A. C. Stephens 2. Vase of cut flowers—Mrs R. Eaton 1, Alma Troup 2. Bowl of floating flowers—Mrs W. Al'Donald 1, Nella M'Cartney 2, Alma Troup 3. Decorated basket, under 18 years— Alma Troup 1 Most original floral design—J. G. F. Forest 1. Bowl of flowers, other than daffodils —Miss A. Cable 1, Miss Betty Stewart 2, S. E. Hamblin 3. CHILDREN’S CLASSES. Bowl of floating flowers—Muriel Hanvey 1. Vase of daffodils—Edna de Berry 1. Bowl of flowers—Muriel Hanvey 1. Bowl of daffodils—Muriel Hanvey 1. Small table decoration—Muriel Hanvey 1. CUT FLOWERS OPEN CLASS, Hyacinths, six varieties—Airs M. Brown 1. Six tulips—C. \V. Rattray 1 and 2. Six anemones—.l. Al'Ewan 2. Polyanthus, 12 varieties—Miss E. Johnstone 1, D. S. Fleming 2, Mrs F. A. Smith 8. Primroses, six varieties, cream, white, yellow, orange—Airs F. A. Smith 1. Primroses, six varieties, red, brown, maroon blue—Mrs F. A. Smith 1. Polyanthus, six varieties, crimson, ruby, or brown—Miss E. Johnstone 1, Miss R. Anderson 2, Airs F. A. Smith 3, Polyanthus, six varieties, yellow, orange, white—Miss R, Anderson 1, Aliss E. Johnstone 2. W. V. Sturmer 3. Ranunculi—Airs R. Eaton 1, J. M'Ewan 2. Auriculas—D. S. Fleming 1, Mrs F. A. Smith 2. Single wallflower—Aliss F. M. Cargill 1, J. M'Ewan 2. Double wallflower—J. Al'Ewan 1, Aliss J. R. Nelson 2. Stock—-Aliss R. Anderson L Collection of alpines or rock plants— W. Payne 1. Mrs E. A. Smith 2. Violas, six varieties—Airs F. A. Smith 1. Violas, one variety—Airs F. A. Smith 1 and 2. Pansies, six varieties—T. Alontgoraery . 1. OPEN OR AAIATEUR CLASS. Violas, three varieties, suitable for rock garden—-Airs F. A. Smith 1. Collection of six kinds of cut flowers —Aliss AT. Al'Pherson 1, J. Al'Ewan 2, C. W. Rattray 3. Collection of flowering or fruiting shrubs or trees—Aliss J. R. Nelson 1, W. Payne 2, Aliss F. Al. Cargill 3. Display of cut flowers, shrubs, or trees—Lady Sidey 1. AAIATEUR CLASS. Collection of cut flowers—Aliss R. Anderson 1, E. E. F. Aioung 2, Airs Pilling 3. Collection of flowering or fruiting shrubs or trees —Airs Pilling 1 W. A. Dunn 2. Cut flowers, three varieties—Aliss Betty Stewart 1, Airs E. Pilling 2, E. E. F. Young 3. Violas, one variety—G. King 1.

Hyacinths, three varieties—J. A. Boswell 1 and 2, Miss Hazel Brown 3. Four tulips—Miss Betty Stewart 1, 2, and 3. _ ; Anemones, sis varieties—W. Hughes 1 and 2. Primroses, six varieties—W. A. Dunn 1, P. S. M'Laren 2. Polyanthus, six varieties—Fred Moir 1, W. A. Dunn 2 ' Polyanthus, three varieties—Fred Moir 1, Mrs E. Pilling 2, W. A. Dunn 3. Polyanthus, three varieties, one stem of each—Fred Moir 1, P. S. M'Laren 2, Miss J. A. Burgess 3. Auriculas, three varieties —J. A. Boswell 1 and 2, W. A. Dunn 3. Kanunculi, six varieties—P. S. M'Laren 1, Mrs E. Hanvcy 2. Stock, three spikes—AV. Blackburn 1, Stephen Higman 2. Single wallflower—Miss Betty Stewart 1. Cleo. Troup 2. Double wallflower—Miss C. M. Collins 1, P. S. M'Laren 2. CHI LDP FA’S COMPETITION. Daffodils, three varieties—Jack Brown 1, Edna de Berry 2.