Austin and McAslan
of 89, Mitchell Street, Glasgow.
Nurserymen and Seedsmen
Established in 1717 by John McAslan, who was succeeded by Robert Austin and Alexander McAslan, the latter a son of the founder; the firm remained in the hands of various descendants of the above until 1855, when James Hunter acquired the business, and later was succeeded by his son, Alexander N. Hunter. The original Nursery was in Hutchison's Hospital Gardens; next on Hill property; later at Govan, Coplawhill, and Titwood. All of these sites are now built upon.
1914 The present Nurseries at Cathcart cover about fifty acres; the Seed Stores, Salkeld Street, Glasgow, comprise a sixstoreyed building; the premises in Mitchell Street are used as Warehouse and Offices. Staff: Over 100. Specialities: Forest, Fruit, and Ornamental Trees, Shrubs, Roses, &c.; Agricultural and Horticultural Seeds.