The real problems in wild flower preservation are much misunderstood by most of the general public and are often overlooked by the majority of teachers and well-meaning conservationists. The objectives of most of the workers have been largelv of a sentimental and aesthetic nature rather than following lines of any practical value. Some have gone so far as to advocate no picking of wild flowers, even of such weedy ones as g oldenrod and daisies. This attitude has thrown much discredit on the work, particularly amongc the botanical profession and explains in a largre part their lack of initerest and cooperation. Most wild flowers were undoubtedly initended to be picked and enjoyed within reason by all flower lovers and except in very rare instances pickina or digging has contributed an almost infinitesimal part to their disappearance.