Plants. Chrysanthemums (six): 1. Mr. Barrett; 2. Mr. Knight. Chrysanthemum in a pot, Mr. Barrett. Plant in a pot: 1. Canarina campanulata, R. Bevan, Esq.; 2. Cactus truncata, Mr. Rogers. Flowers. Bouquet of tender Flowers, Mr. Hammond. Hardy, Mr. Barrett. - Fruit. Grapes, out-door: White, Mr. Lord; Black, Mr. C. Adams. Plums, Coe's Golden Drop, Mr. J. H. Payne. Pears. Table: 1. Maria Louise, Mr. Barrett; 2. Crassane, Mr. Ward, Drinkston. Kitchen: Uvedale St. Germain, Mr. Rogers, Redgrave Hall. Apples. Dessert: 1. Royal Nonpareil, Mr. Stacey; 2. Golden Pippin, Mr. Steele. Collection of Table (30 sorts), Mr. Barrett. Kitchen: 1. C. Blomfield, Esq.; 2. Mr. Knight. Seedling: 1. Mr. Barrett; 2. Mr. Stacey. French Filbert, Mr. Musk. - Culinary Vegetables. Cauliflowers, Mr. Kent. Celery, Mr. Rogers. Endive, Mr. Payne. Broccoli, Mr. Hammond. Potatoes, Cambridge Kidney, Rev. C. Dewhirst. Giant Capsicum, Mr. J. H. Payne. Lettuces, Rev. B. Norgate.

Cottagers Prizes (17 candidates). Potatoes: Pine-apple, Ely, Bury; Red, Bradbook, Rougham. Onions, Palfrey, Rushbrooke. Celery, Last, Rougham. Parsnep, Rickwood, Timworth. Apples. Beaufin: Musk, Horringer. Russett: Elmer, Barton, and Last, Rougham, Grapes, Fisk, Barton. Extra-prizes were given for a loaf entirely of Cobbett's corn, sent by Mr. Stacey, gardener to O. Ray, Esq., which was very palatable bread; and another to Mr. Lines, for loaves one third maize and two thirds wheat." (Norfolk Chronicle, Nov. 28.)

NORFOLK.

Norfolk and Norwich Horticultural Society. The first General Meeting of the members of this Society took place on Nov. 25. Notwithstanding the unfavourable weather, the show of flowers, fruits, and vegetables surpassed the most sanguine expectations. Several contributions to the Show were withheld, in consequence of the inclemency of the weather. One lady (Mrs. Ives of Catton) had ordered 100 ornamental plants to be sent, and they were ready packed up, but she dared not allow them to be removed from her conservatory to Norwich. Although the Society has been established only one month, there are now 215 members, and 707. has been received in donations. This being only an experimental Show, no prizes were distributed. The following is an account of the principal specimens exhibited :

From Messrs. Mackie. - Forty-six varieties of Apples, among which (for the dessert) the Court of Wick, the Carse of Gowrie, Acklam's Russet, and the Summer Nonpareil, were remarkably fine. Of the Sauce Apples, perhaps the Green Cluster, Ray's Apple, the Winter Broad End, Syke House, and Royal Russet, deserve peculiar notice. A very beautiful specimen of the Aletris undulata attracted general attention. To the liberality of Messrs. Mackie the Society is also indebted for specimens of the Camellia Thea, Thuja cupressöldes, Amaryllis crispa, Státice mucronata, Lechenaúltia formòsa, and Erica autumnalis, with a great variety of Chrysanthemums and Primulas. We must not omit to mention a very beautiful specimen of honey in the comb, contained in a cylindrical glass in which the bees worked, weighing altogether 17 lbs., which was obtained without destruction of the bees, and was wrought in the course of a fortnight, in a bee box invented by Mr. Strutt of Suffolk, elegantly ornamented with dried flowers.

Mr. Middleton. Between 40 and 50 pots, containing 15 varieties of Chrysanthemums, among which the Tasseled Lilac and Early Blush were extremely elegant; also 30 pots of Chinese Primulas, one of which, a fringed White Seedling, was remarkably beautiful.

Coloured drawings of a group of georginas, of a seedling georgina, and a flower of the Cactus speciosissima, by Mrs. John Middleton, were much and deservedly admired.

Rev. Wm. Gunn. - Celeriac, and Nutmeg Pippins.

John Gordon, Esq. A very fine collection of Apples, among which the Palestine Pearmain, Aromatic Russets, and Margils, were of a superior description.

Mr. George Thurtell sent splendid specimens of the Union and Cadillac Pears, Pitmaston Nonpareils, Golden Gloucester, and Court of Wick Pippins; also some very fine white Spanish onions. E. Lombe, Esq., President. A very dainty dish of Mushrooms, grown on shelves at the back of his vinery; also some Rampions, a plant of the Cinerària cruénta, and Chinese Primulas. Lieut-Colonel Mason. — Forbidden Fruit (Citron), matured without any fire heat; and Crimson-fleshed Potatoes.

Mr. Warman. - Specimens of the Gloux Morceaux, and Passe Colmar Pears.

Rev. T. S. Buckle. - Specimens of a seedling Apple, raised in his own garden at Hethersett; and of the Norfolk Pippin.

Rev. Jeremy Day. Gansell's Bergamot Pear, and Striped Beaufin.

Mr. Norgate.-White Muscadine and Black Cluster Grapes, well ripened on the outward wall. John Browne, Esq. -Hethersett Pippins, raised in his own garden from seed.

Mr. Matchett.Potatoes called "Fair Ladies," being remarkably delicate; Black Worcester Pears; and the Cast (coloured to imitate nature) of a Union Pear grown in 1818, in the garden of the late Mr. Crowe of Lakenham, the original weighing 2 lbs. 2 oz. Some sprigs of Arbutus, or strawberry tree, in flower, and with ripe berries; also a Dutch Codlin, weighing 13 oz., grown by Mr. Knights of Pulham Market.

Mr. Henry Muskett.-Very fine Celery.

Mr. John Smith. A very beautiful seedling Rose, in full bloom.

Mr. Springall. French Red Potatoes.

Mr. Root, gardener to the late Mrs. Crowe. -A very excellent seedling Apple from the Nonpareil, and striped Beaufins.

Rev. E. J. Howman sent some Mangold Wurzel, of great size and weight.

Mr. R. R. Priest.-A Pineoly [?], brought from America, and containing nuts which are catable. Mr. G. Thurtell and Mr. Wilson also furnished the Society with some biscuits and specimens of bread made from Indian Corn.

After the Show, between fifty and sixty of the members (amateurs and practical horticulturists) dined together at the Swan, where an excellent dinner was served up by Mr. Asker. Edward Lombe, Esq., the president, was in the chair, supported by Colonel Harvey, Colonel Mason, Dr. Yelloly, Rev. Dr. Sutton, Capt. Custance, Stratton Marsham, Esq., J. Gordon, Esq., &c. Among the toasts given (after the King, and the Army and Navy) were:-Success to the Norfolk and Norwich Horticultural Society, and that of Bury; the Lord Bishop of the Diocese; with the health of the President (by Colonel Harvey) three times three: the Ladies Subscribers; the Treasurer (J. Kitson, Esq.); the Vice-President (R. Crawshay, Esq.), who was detained in London; the Originator of the Society (T. S. Norgate, Esq.); the Secretary (Mr. E. Norgate); Messrs. Middleton, Mackie, and Geo. Thurtell, and with thanks to them for their choice and splendid contribu

The Chairman observed that "this Institution is to be regarded not merely for the gratification of our own tastes, not merely as promoting a luxurious display upon the tables of the rich, but as having for its object also to raise the moral character of the poorer classes of the community. I have seen," said Mr. I ombe, “above half a century, and I can truly declare that the labourers of the present day are altogether an altered class to what I remember them. I am most anxious to see this Society firmly established, because I do regard it as a means of reviving the character of the good old English peasantry, and which I conceive to be one of its most legitimate objects." Sincerely do we join in this hope: the plan adopted by Mr Lombe and other gentlemen of fortune, and becoming, we trust, universal, of appropriating to each cottager his rood of land for cultiva tion, is the first step to the attainment of this object; the encouragement of the labourer in working his strip of ground (and Mr. Lombe said, "if my poor cottagers cannot sell their produce I become the purchaser myself"), is one means of raising his character; it gives him a degree of independence; whilst the prospect of a prize from this Society adds another inducement for exer. tion, and a praiseworthy motive for emulation and for industry, which is invariably found accompanied with honesty and good order. In support of the idea of the effects to be produced, we were happy to hear the statement of the secretary (Mr. Elias Norgate), that he knew that its establishment had already created an activity amongst the working gardeners, and that its proceedings were looked up to with attention. (Norfolk Chronicle, Nov. 20.)

WORCESTERSHIRE.

Vale of Evesham Horticultural Society. At the Meeting of the Committee on Oct. 15, the London Horticultural Society's medal, presented to this Society, was awarded to Mr. John Hunt of Pershore, for his various tine specimens of fruits, particularly strawberries, and other horticul tural productions, exhibited by him at all the meetings of the Society, since its first establishment, as well as during the present year, for which many prizes have been awarded; and for his success in cultivating and raising as seedlings, and by grafts, on 27 acres of orchard ground, between 3000 and 4000 seedling apples and pears, and above 800 named grafted fruits, many of which are new, and of improved quality and flavour. — Edward Savage. Evesham, Nov. 13.

DURHAM.

The Botanical and Horticultural Society of Durham, Northumberland, and Newcastle. — A Meeting was held on Nov. 13., in Newcastle. The show of fruits, particularly, was very large; and such is the interest now created by the Society, that many of the competitors (of whom there were nearly 50), travelled upwards of 20 miles to attend. The prizes were adjudged as follows:For the best dish of dessert apples, and the best dish of plums, two silver medals; and a bronze medal for the best six roots of rampion, to Mr. Robert Turnbull, gardener to the Rev. J. S. Ogle, Kirkley. Best dish of dessert pears, the silver medal; and best dish of mushrooms, the bronze medal; to Mr. Wm. Lawson, gardener to Matt. Bell, Esq. M.P., Woolsington. Best dish of grapes, and the best dish of currants, two silver medals to Mr. Jos. Cook, gardener to Miss Simpson, Bradley Hall. Best bouquet of Chrysanthemum indicum flowers, and the best exotic plant in flower, Salvia splendens, two silver medals; and for the 12 largest onions, the bronze medal; to Mr. John Ward, gardener to C. J Clavering, Esq, Axwell Park. Best six heads of endive, the bronze medal to J. C. Lamb, Esq., Ryton. Best dish of broccoli, the bronze medal to Mr. William Kelly, gardener to Armorer Donkin, Esq., Jesmond Cottage. Best six roots of beet, the bronze medal to Mr. John Moderill, gardener to J. C. Anderson, Esq., Point Pleasant. Best bouquet of flowers, the silver medal; and the best six roots of Hamburgh parsley, the bronze medal; to Mr. James Scott, gardener to Edward Charlton, Esq., Sandoe.

There were also exhibited a dish of very fine quinces, from an old tree in the garden of the Rev. Mr. Baker of Whitburn, which had been removed a few years ago, and has borne plentifully ever since. They were very much admired for their size and fragrance, and afford a proof that this fruit may be brought to great perfection even in this northern climate.

Twelve new kinds of apples from the garden of the Rev. Mr. Edmonston of Newburn, among which were some very fine dessert apples; and some of the largest and finest oranges we ever saw, from the garden of Charles Bacon, Esq., of Styford; some very curious potatoes, called the pine-apple potato (having very much the appearance of that fruit), from the garden of Mr. Straker of Jarrow Lodge; some very large grey Leadington apples, from the garden of Mr. Laidler; and some remarkably large celery, from the garden of Miss Simpson at Bradley, measuring near 4ft. 6 in., and about 14 in. in girth at the root, were exhibited.

The show of flowers, particularly of Chrysanthemum indicum, were very superb; and the number of beautiful bouquets upon the tables tended very much to increase the interest of the exhibition. Upon the whole, at this season of the year, the Show was of the most splendid description. (Newcastle Courant, Nov. 21)

HAMPSHIRE

Hampshire Horticultural Society. - A Meeting was held on Sept. 4, and was numerously attended. The exhibition of fruit and flowers was magnificent, being produced from the gardens of Lord Ashtown, Mr. A. Baring, Mr. Beadon, Mr. Fleming, Mr. Garnier, Mr. Ricketts, &c. Flowers, particularly georginas, were in immense numbers: those from Mr. Page's nursery, Mr. Ricketts's, and Mr. Garnier's, excited much attention. The grapes from Mr. Baring's were very fine: the Black Hamburgh highly flavoured. Peaches and nectarines were neither fine in appearance nor good in flavour. A few specimens of early apples were fine and good. Melons, particularly the Netted Green-flesh, from Colonel Wall's, were very good. A fine specimen of onions from Mr. Fleming's; and a fine melon and an excellent specimen of cockscomb, from the garden of Miss Smith, were also exhibited. Two plants of Cobbett's corn were shown; one in full leaf, with tassel, displaying the plant complete, 44 ft. high, bearing five cones; the other with seven cones, topped and stripped of the leaves, in progress of ripening. These plants were produced on the estate of S. R. Jarvis, Esq., and in the garden of John Hampton, blacksmith, at Fair Oak; the latter of whom received the prize awarded by the Society for the production of any plant. On a spot of ground, six paces by two, cultivated by Mr Jarvis, 98 stalks are now standing, having 316 pods, all of which are in a very luxuriant state, and likely to come to the utmost perfection. Hampton has a still greater number in his garden. The Society expressed an opinion that attention to the cultivation of this species of grain cannot fail to become highly beneficial to cottagers. (Winchester Newsp, Sept. 5.)

DEVONSHIRE.

A new Horticultural Society. —A prospectus has been issued of a plan for the establishment of a Society at Plymouth for the improvement of horticulture in the southern parts of Devon and Cornwall, to be called " The South of Devon, Cornwall, Plymouth, Devonport, and Stonehouse Horticultural Society," from which we make the following extract, as likely to be generally useful:

"The inconveniences to be apprehended from the scantiness of the funds during the infancy of the Society might be obviated by borrowing a hint from the economical plan of the Dumfermline Florists' Society detailed in the October Number of the Gardener's Magazine for the present year (p. 618), which consists in adjudging numerical in place of pecuniary prizes, at the several exhibitions; and, at the close of the year, distributing the sum allotted for prizes to the successful candidates in the ratio of their numbers. For example:- Suppose six prizes to be contended for at each exhibition, let these be entered in the prize-book in the following method, with numbers annexed to them in an inverse order: 1st Prize, No. 6; 2d, No. 5; 3d, No. 4; 4th, No. 3; 5th, No. 2; 6th, No. 1. All numbers under 12 to be disregarded. Now let six candidates, A, B, C, D, E, and F, get numbers to the following amount, A, 21; B, 21; C, 20; D, 18; E, 16; and F, 20; in all 108; and the sum for distribution be 291. 14s.: divide this sum by 108, the proportion for each 108th share would be 5s. 6d.; of which shares A will be entitled to 21, or 51. 15s. 6d. ; B to the same; C to 5. 10s.; D to 47. 19s.; E to 4. 88. ; and F to 31. 6s.; in all 297. 14s., the sum to be distributed. By this means, not only will the prizes be more equally proportioned to the respective merits of the competitors, but the competition be kept alive to the end of the season, with a comparatively small fund; since the most successful competitor, at the first, or even second exhibition, may, without a steady continuance of exertion to the end of the season, be distanced by those who were far behind him at the first, and possibly thrown out altogether at the end; while much more emulation may be excited by a small fund in this, than by a much richer one in any other, mode of distribution."

An outline of the plan, and farther particulars, may be obtained from Messrs. Pontey, nursery and seedsmen, Cornwall Street, Plymouth; or Mr. Banks, lecturer on botany, &c., No. 45, St. Aubyn Street, Devonport. The plan seems judicious, and we hope its projectors will be enabled to carry it into execution. Our indefatigable correspondent, Dr. Hamilton, will be an invaluable officer in such a Society: no man is more unceasingly active in his endeavours to do good. -Cond.

DUMFRIESSHIRE.

Dumfries and Galloway Horticultural Society. -The Seventh Anniversary Meeting of this Society was held on Sept. 17. On no former occasion was there ever so fine a show of fruit produced; the quantity was large, and the quality very superior. The peaches and nectarines were excellent, but the plums in sorts, and apples, were much admired, and evinced the great improvement which has taken place in the quality of fruit since the institution of the Society. Premiums were awarded as follows:

An extra-premium was awarded to James Hennan, Drumlanrig, gardener to His Grace the Duke of Buccleugh and Queensberry, for peaches. (The competition was confined to him and James Younger, gardener to W. Younger, Esq., of Craiglands, in consequence of their having been equal last year for that article.)

Flowers. Double and Dwarf Georginas, Thos Kennedy, gardener, Nithbank. Hollyhock, W. Crosbie, gardener, Dabton. -Fruit. Peaches: 1. A. M'Gillivray, gardener to C. G. S. Menteath, Esq.; 2. W. Moffat, gardener, Barjarg. Nectarines: 1. A. McGillivray; 2. R. Clark, gardener, Rac hills. Grapes, Red: 1. James Webster, gardener, Munshes; 2. R. Clark. Plums. Green Gage: 1. W. Moffat; 2. James Webster. Best variety: 1. R. Ross, gardener, Mount-Annan; 2. James Hennan; 3. James Younger, gardener, Craiglands. Pine-apple, R. Clark, Raehills. Melon, Jas. Younger. Pears, from the wall: 1. James Hennan, Drumlanrig; 2. A. M'Gillivray. From standards, John Learmont. Apples. From the wall: 1. A. M'Gillivray; 2. James Hennan. From standards: 1. James Webster; 2. W. Moffat; 3. R. Carson, gardener, Palmerston. -Culinary Vegetables. Celery, R. Clark. Green Peas, J. Learmont. Red Beet, James Webster.

Extra-Premiums. Silver Beet, James Webster. Magnòlia grandiflora, Mr. Porter, gardener to P. Johnston, Esq, of Carnsalloch. Currant Wine, Mrs. Jardine, Assembly Street. A fine new apple, named the Nithbank Pearmain, T. Kennedy, gardener. (Dumfries and Galloway Courier, Sept. 22.)

The following address was delivered by the secretary, Mr. Grierson :

"Since the institution of the Dumfries and Galloway Horticultural Society, in 1813, great has been the improvement in horticulture in all parts of the kingdom, to which the formation of similar societies has materially contributed. At the formation of our Society, very few provincial societies existed; and we had no small degree of merit in starting so early in so important an undertaking, and in attaining a degree of respectability which has rendered our Institution an object of imitation; and I have the satisfaction to say, that the Dumfries and Galloway Society has received the approbation of eminent horticulturists in various quarters; and we have the assurance of their countenance and support to stimulate us to new and continued exertions. It is fortunate that horticulture has attracted such general notice: it is one of those sciences which require zeal and perseverance to bring forward their advantages to view; as the stores of nature are unbounded, so is the progress of improvement, when skill and attention are applied to cultivation. It has been said, that he who causes two blades of grass to grow, where only one was produced before, is a patriot to his country. Such is the happy result of horticulture properly understood: not only the increase of quantity, but the improvement in quality; and not confined to quantity and quality, but the endless new varieties of produce which the persevering skill of the horticulturist may discover.

"The happy effects of the great attention bestowed on horticulture of late years, now begin to appear all over the country. To the late Sir Joseph Banks, the father of many important improvements, we are indebted for the progress of horticulture as a science: by his indefatigable zeal and abilities, many new plants were discovered, and introduced into cultivation in this country. Humble as the pretensions of our Society were at its institution, it did not escape his notice and approbation. To diffuse the advantages of his knowledge and industry, I believe, the London Horticultural Society was formed; and, from its extensive influence, persevering labours, and liberal views, the advantages of that Society are now extended, not only over our own country, but have attracted the attention of all Europe; and from every part of the world are the rich stores of

its industry collected, to enrich and adorn our native country. It may be looked upon as the parent stem from which branches have sprung and extended all over the land; and, like a parent, also, its fostering care is every where felt, not only by the premiums it bestows, but by sharing the produce of its labours, and stimulating by example: our Society has long had to acknowledge its bounty in various ways.

"The Caledonian Society was the first to follow its example; and now there are few counties in England or Scotland but can boast of a Horticultural Society, many of which display a zeal well worthy of so important an object; and, every year, the advantage to the country must more and more appear. The operative gardener finds a new stimulus to his industry, and is induced to acquire that knowledge which alone can improve him in his profession, and enable him to excel in the art; he becomes acquainted with the names, qualities, and proper cultivation of plants; he sees that it is not enough to put a plant into the ground that it may grow, but he finds it necessary to become acquainted with its nature and properties, the proper soil and manure, in order to cultivate it to advantage, and produce all the improvement its nature will admit of

"Such are some of the happy effects resulting from the attention paid to horticulture of late years; and still it may be said only to be in its infancy, as it admits of endless improvement, which must now be more rapid from the opportunities afforded by the experimental gardens, and to which the attention of provincial societies should be particularly directed, as the best means of extending the progress of horticulture, and rendering its advantages permanent. The encourage. ment held out by the premiums of societies, for the production of new and improved varieties of flowers, fruit, and vegetables, have done much, and may still be continued with great advantage; but if experimental gardens were formed, even on a limited scale, in various districts, the result would be more important. Gardeners, in general, have neither time sufficient, nor the means necessary, to bestow on experiments; but in a public garden, devoted solely to that purpose, and managed by men of science, experiments can be followed to their utmost extent; and those connected with the Institution, as well as the country in general, will gain the advantage of their labours, without the risk of being disappointed in the result of the experiment. Combined with an experimental garden, a library of books on the science will prove of great importance to professional men, affording a source of information not otherwise to be obtained. Much useful knowledge and information has of late been diffused by the labours of Mr. Loudon, and particularly by his Gardener's Magazine, which is within the reach of every operative man. It is a work eminently calculated to promote a taste for horticulture, and to communicate all the new improvements in the art; and it affords an easy opportunity to gardeners to make the result of their experiments known to the public.

Of all studies, the study of nature is the most interesting to the eye of the curious: the beauty in plants and flowers is endless, something new is always presented to view, and we feel more and more disposed to admire the wonders of creation. Is it surprising, then, that a study so interesting, so pleasing, and combining so many important objects, should be pursued with so much zeal and attention, when, at every step we advance, the treasures of nature are unfolded to our admir. ation; and the greater our exertions, the more is our industry rewarded by the satisfaction of having conferred a lasting benefit on mankind. From these general observations, it would be easy to enlarge on the particular and more minute advantages derived from horticulture.

"In former times, little attention was bestowed on the cultivation of the garden; consequently, the store of fruit and vegetables was very limited. But it must be obvious to every person, the vast increase of fruit and vegetables; even potatoes, which, at no remote period, were unknown; and, not more than eighty years ago, the cultivation of them had to be encouraged by premiums. What would have been the situation of the population of our country without that useful vegetable alone? To the increased use of vegetables is to be attributed the decrease or almost extinc tion of some disorders which proved the scourge of the human race at one period. But, even as a luxury, and as a rational increase to the pleasures of life, we are equally indebted to horticul ture: the great variety of new vegetables with which our tables are supplied in succession; the rich and delicious fruits introduced into cultivation; together with the extensive variety and beauty of the flowers and shrubs which now adorn our walks and gardens, will prove the truth of all that has been asserted in favour of horticulture."

LANARKSHIRE,

Glasgow Horticultural Society. — On Sept. 9., this Society held their General Meeting, in the Black Bull Hall, when prizes were awarded as follows:

Flowers. Double Stocks, of six varieties: 1. Wm. Munro, gardener to James Campbell, Esq., Muirpark; 2. Wm. Knox, gardener to Mrs. Dixon, Levengrove. Double Hollyhocks, six varieties: 1. Wm. Knox, gardener to Mrs. Dixon, Levengrove; 2. Wm. Rankine, gardener to John Hamilton, Esq., Northpark. Double Georginas, three varieties: 1. George Duncan, gardener to Miss Oswald, Scotstown; 2. James Rutherford, gardener to Miss Fulton, Park; 3. John Wilkie, gardener to John Wardrop, Esq., Dalmarnock. - Fruit, Grapes (best-flavoured), of three varie ties, excluding Frontignac and Tokay: 1. James Ross, gardener to Mrs. Dewar, Muirbank; 2. Ninian Niven, gardener to James Stirling, Esq., Keir; 3. Peter Donaldson, gardener to Robert Watson, Esq., Linthouse. Peaches, from unflued walls: 1. Laurence Niven, gardener to James Finlay, Esq., Blochairn; 2. James Ross, gardener to Mrs. Dewar, Muirbank; S. Wm. Crawford, gardener to Robert Finlay, Esq.. Easterhill. Pears, three varieties, excluding Jargonelles: 1. Peter Donaldson, gardener to Robert Watson, Esq, Linthouse; 2. John Wilkie, gardener to John Wardrop, Esq., Dalmarnock; 3. John Gressock, gardener to James Hamilton, Esq. Apples (bestflavoured), six varieties: 1. George Duncan, gardener to Miss Oswald, Scotstown; 2. J. Gressock, gardener to James Hamilton, Esq., Middleton; 3. Lachlan Campbell, gardener to Lord Blantyre, Northbar.-Culinary Vegetables. Onions, heaviest spring-sown: 1. John Smith, gardener to the Marquess of Bute, Mount Stewart; 2. Daniel Cunningham, gardener to Sir Archibald Campbell, Garscube. Carrots: 1. John Smith, gardener to the Marquess of Bute, Mount Stewart; 2. James Sinclair, gardener to Kirkman Finlay, Esq, Castle Toward; 3. Daniel Cunningham, gardener to Sir Archibald Campbell, Garscube. Red Beets: 1. William Rankine, gardener to John Hamilton, Esq., Northpark; 2. James Walker, gardener to Archibald Douglas, Esq., Bredisholm.

Any varieties different from those specified above. Flowers: 1. John Gressock, gardener to James Hamilton, Esq., Middleton; 2. John Brown, gardener to Charles Todd, Esq., Plantation. —

* Particularly the leprosy vegetables have sweetened the blood.

Fruit: 1. Thomas Carswell, gardener to Andrew Buchanan, Esq., Drumpellar; 2. James Ross, gardener to Mrs. Dewar, Muirbank. - Vegetables: 1. James Sinclair, gardener to Kirkman Finlay, Esq., Toward Castle; 2. Charles Ross, gardener to George Buchanan, Esq., Woodland. The following articles were exhibited, without reference to prizes, viz. :

From Erskine House, very fine black Damascus grapes, and white Nice grapes, grown in the vinery, and several well-ripened bunches of grapes grown on the open wall; also some peaches, a pine-apple, &c. From Bargany, Ayrshire, a pine-apple, a melon, grapes, apricots, plums, and pears, all in a high state of perfection. From Golfhill, two enormous cabbages, weighing 29 lbs. and 39 lbs. From Scotstown, some Altringham turnips, a fine new variety. From Bredisholm, a quantity of excellent raushrooms, Maltese turnips, French beans and Cauliflower. From Gilmourhill, a selection of best sorts of apples, pears, and plums; also extra-fine cauliflower, onions, &c. From Muirpark, Linthouse, Drumpellar, Muirbank, Whitehall, &c. &c., various specimens of fruits and vegetables were exhibited, highly creditable to the gardeners. From Woodhall, most beautiful and well-grown specimens of Erica retòrta, Savileana, and jasminifiòra, a splendid cockscomb, and a very superior variety of the Schizanthus pinnatus, all in pots. From the botanic garden, Catasetum Claveringi (very curious), Amaryllis psittacina var. Fúchsia virgata, Fochsia (new and fine), all in pots; and cut specimens of Clarkia pulchella, and passion flowers of many species, two of them in fruit. From Mount Stewart, Rosa multiflora, and varieties of myrtles, from the open ground. From the nurseries in town, a number of green-house plants and hardy evergreens in pots, and cut flowers; and from Kenmuir and other gardens, ample supplies of evergreens and other flowers, with which the hall was richly and tastefully adorned.

To a stranger insufficiently informed as to the state of gardening in the west of Scotland, a visit to this exhibition would have given a strong impression of the professional talent, of the persevering industry, and of the great zeal of our gardeners; and likewise of the wealth, taste, and liberality of the patrons of horticulture in this district. (Glasgow Free Press, Sept. 12.)

The Stirling Horticultural Society was instituted in 1812. It holds three Meetings annually, on the second Tuesday of May and of July, and on the first Tuesday of September. By a recent communication from the secretary, we learn they are preparing to establish a horticultural library. We have recommended to them Richard's New Elements of Botany, according to the natural system, Kirby and Spence's Entomology, and the Library of Useful and of Entertaining Knowledge, for gardeners under thirty; and a few practical works for readers of a more mature age.

PERTHSHIRE.

Cond.

Dundee Horticultural Society. — The Spring Meeting was held on May 10., when the successful competitors were as follows:

Flowers. Auriculas: 1. Mr. Thomas Spalding, gardener, Arthurstone; 2. Mr. John Hampton, gardener, Crescent. Selfs, Mr. John Hampton. Seedling : 1. Mr. James Smith, gardener, Ellangowan; 2. Mr. J. Bisset, gardener, Methven Castle. Polyanthuses: 1. Mr. J. Smith, gardener, Ellangowan; 2. Mr. Thomas Spalding. Seedling: 1. Mr. T. Spalding; 2. Mr. J. Smith. Hyacinths, Mr. J. Smith. Bouquet of Flowers, Mr. J. Hampton.-Fruit. Apples, preserved, Mr. J. Kidd. Best variety: 1. Mr. J. Kidd; 2. Mr. T. Spalding. - Culinary Vegetables. Cucumbers, Mr. James Kidd, gardener, Rossie Priory. Broccoli: 1. Mr. David Stewart, Lilybank; 2 Mr. James Kidd. Sea-kale, Mr. J. Smith. Lettuce: 1. Mr. John Hampton; 2. Mr. Radley of the Asylum. Leeks: 1. Mr. James Kettle, gardener, Glendoig; 2. Mr. J. Hampton. Onions, Mr. Radley. Cabbage, early: 1. Mr. Alexander Gowck, gardener, Mayfield; 2. Mr. David Mitchell, gardener, Carolina Port. Asparagus: 1. Mr. W. Brow, gardener, Meigle House; 2. Mr. J. Kidd. Apples, preserved: 1. Mr. J. Kidd; 2. Mr. Thomas Spalding. Best variety: 1. John Dick, gardener, Ballindean; 2. Mr. D. Mitchell.

Some early potatoes, full grown, were produced from Ballindean; some good auriculas from Dunhope nursery; a splendid plant of Acacia armata from Carolina Port; and some fine stocks and wallflowers from Crescent and Mayfield.

A sweepstakes between Messrs. Baxter and Martin, who did not compete for the Society's prizes this season, was gained by Mr. Baxter. Among those exhibited by Mr. Martin, were two flowers which deserve special notice: they were of his own raising, and attracted the notice of every connoisseur of a fine flower. - Daniel Urquhart. Dundee, May 14, 1829.

The August Meeting of this Society was held on the 7th of that month, when the successful competitors were as follows:

Flowers. Pelargoniums: 1. Mr. James Smith, gardener, Ellangowan; 2. Mr. John Hampton, gardener, Crescent House. Seedling: 1. Mr. J. Kidd, gardener, Rossie Priory; 2. Mr. Thomas Spalding, gardener, Arthurstone. Roses : 1. Mr. James Howe, gardener, Roseangle; 2. Mr. J. Hampton. Seedling : 1. Mr. William Brow, gardener, Meigle House ; 2. Mr. J. Howe. Herbaceous : f Mr John Dick, gardener, Ballindean; 2. Mr. D. Mitchell, Carolina Port. Bouquet, Mr. J. Hampton. -Fruit. Strawberries: Roseberry and Keen's Imperial, Mr. William Anderson, gardener, Cortachy. Seedling, Mr. A. Gowck, gardener, Mayfield. Currants. Red, Mr. W. Anderson. White, Mr. Wm. Brow. Black : 1. Mr. W. Brow; 2. Mr. D. Mitchell. Raspberries, Red and White, Mr. Jas, Smith. Seedling, Mr. A. Gowck. Gooseberries. Red and Seedling, Mr. Thos. Spalding. White, Green, Yellow, and Largest, Mr. Jas. Kettle, gardener, Glendoig. Second Seedling, Mr. A. Gowck. Cherries, May Duke : 1. Mr. Thomas Spalding; 2. Mr. J. Smith. Black Hearts, Mr. J. Smith, Bigarreaus, Mr. J. Kidd. - Culinary Vegetables. Cauliflower: 1. Mr. D. Mitchell; 2. Mr. William Anderson. Cabbage, early, Mr. J. Hampton. Early Carrots, Yellow Turnips, Imperial Lettuce, and Artichokes, Mr. D. Mitchell. Kidneybeans, Mr. J. Kettle. Green Cos Lettuce, Mr. Thos. Spalding.

Some old apples, in good preservation, were produced from Glendoig; and some large carrots and endive from Carolina Port. Some fine carnations and seedling picotees were produced from Rossie Priory; some fine picotees from Crescent; and some fine seedling carnations from Mr. Howe's garden, Perth Road. Some very fine seedling pinks were produced from Ellangowan, and a very beautiful variety of seedling carnations, selfs, and picotees, from Dudhope nursery. (Dundce Courier, Aug. 11.)

The Festival Meeting of this Society was held on Sept. 11. The successful competitors were as