The fine display of Citrus fruits at Horticultural Hall has been well-sustained, both Florida and California having largely renewed their exhibits.

In fact, there has been no flagging of interest or attraction in the fruit display since the first opening to visitors. In the early part of the season came the Northern fruits, later the Citrus and Tropical.

At the present moment these fruit displays are not the only attraction at Horticultural Hall. The fine collection of Orchids, Cacti, and Agaves in bloom are largely attracting attention. An almost regal display of Fuchsias in magnificent bloom, occupies the benches. I very much doubt if the collections of Geraniums in bloom, exhibited by E. Baker and S. Eblin, of New Orleans, have ever been equalled in an exhibit at the South. Very many of the trusses will measure four to five inches across, and of almost every tint of color. In the Mexican Government exhibit are some fine specimens of Palms - Oreodoxa regia (Royal Palm) Chamaerops humilis, Cocos nucifera (Cocoanut Palm). Florida made fine exhibits of Phoenix dactylifera. California's exhibit of Palms was worthy of much credit for their healthy appearance. There were in their exhibit specimens of Latania borbonica, Chamaerops humilis, Livistonia altissima. In the exhibit were also Arecas, Sabals, Phoenix, etc. Maitre & Cook, of New Orleans, had also a nice display and fine assortment of Palms - Areca lutescens, Phcenico-phorium Sechellarum, Calamus asperimmus, C. Louisiamus.

The Rose display in the grounds around Horticultural Hall is worthy of attention. Florists of the City have contributed the greater portion. Maitre & Cook have over two hundred different varieties. Jules Fortu about one hundred. J. Eblin also has specimens. The Dingee & Conard Co., of Pa., Gabriel Marc, of N. Y.,have displays. The selections are of the choicest varieties of Tea and everblooming varieties.

New Orleans, April 20, 1885.